KEYS HANDED OVER TO KADESH OFFICIALS
A HAPPY EASTER EVENT
PANCAKES AND CANDY FILLED EGGS HIGHLIGHT EASTER WEEKEND MENU
GOODEN,CHESSON FEATURED
EDENTON HIGHLIGHTED AT STATE MAIN STREET CONFERENCE
Edenton Shined at Main Street Conference
Edenton residents can be proud of Edenton Town Manager Corey Gooden, Edenton Main Street Executive Director Ches Chesson and members of the Main Street Edenton Board plus other business leaders who attended the annual NC Main Street Conference in New Bern last month as the town and its Main Street program received high praise from national and state Main Street leaders and state officials.
The spotlight pointed to Edenton’s use of New Market Tax Credits and how they helped create a positive outcome ....for the town and Provalus’s opening of a its Edenton office. Edenton’s current growth and preservation efforts as a destination were also lauded.
Gooden and Chesson were joined by Innovative Fund CEO Emma Wyatt and offered an overview of the steps and process Edenton used in securing over $7 million in New Market Tax Credits. Wyatt is responsible for distributing over $140,000 in New Market Tax Credits and after being presented an idea from Chesson, moved forward with the plan.
“We are excited to be here today. We started our relationship with the city of Edenton, two years ago, when Ches said, “I've got this idea” so we're excited to show you today how much the new market tax credit played a role in shaping this project and the success of it in Edenton,” explained Wyatt. ....
HAPPY EASTER, A BUSY WEEKEND AHEAD
THE FARMERS MARKET VENDORS, 2026
EDENTON FARMERS MARKET
Eat Fresh • Shop Local
Let’s Celebrate Together
Join the Edenton Farmers Market Spring Festival
April 25th 9–1 pm
Shop 30 local food vendors and artisans.
Enjoy everything from homemade jams, pies, honey, plus fresh veggies, seafood and handcrafted goods. good food, good neighbors and spring in full swing.
It’s Strawberry Season!
Mill Fork Farm and Cedar Stretch Farms have lots of fresh strawberries! Grab them while you can!
Be sure to check out the merchandise inside the market. They offer a variety of items produced from all over NC!
The Edenton Hot Dog Company will be serving the best hot dogs in town.
EASTER BREAKFAST
Edentonians of all ages including infants, toddlers, grade schoolers, moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, neighbors, friends and hungry pancake cravers will once again have the opportunity TO ENJOY BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY at the Unanimity No. 7 Masonic Lodge at E. Water Street on Saturday morning April 4. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausages and a hug from the Easter Bunny.
This is annual lodge event is a tremendously tasteful success with the community’s pancake breakfast enthusiasts. Masonic Lodge members flip pancakes and grilled sausages while making a lot of bunny huggers happy.
EASTER EGG HUNT
Following breakfasts, families parade to the Courthouse Green where the Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Edenton Baptist Church begins. However, the activities don't end after the hunt. A popcorn stand and a face painting station contribute to the annual community gathering of families partaking in an event envied by other towns.
With the level portion of the Green taped off and filled with multi colored Easter Eggs, including the ‘Golden Egg’ community youngsters enjoy romping through the field of sprouting pin wheels and multi colored eggs filled with treats for starry eyed hunters.
The line up for the bunny breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m.
UPCOMING EVENTS WORTH NOTING
YEARLY BUNNY BREAKFAST THE BEST
Edentonians of all ages including infants, toddlers, grade schoolers, moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, neighbors, friends and hungry pancake cravers will once again have the opportunity TO ENJOY BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY at the Unanimity No. 7 Masonic Lodge at E. Water Street on Saturday morning April 4. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausages and a hug from the Easter Bunny.
This is annual lodge event is a tremendously tasteful success with the community’s pancake breakfast enthusiasts. Masonic Lodge members flip pancakes and grilled sausages while making a lot of bunny huggers happy.
Following breakfasts, families parade to the Courthouse Green where the Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Edenton Baptist Church begins. However, the activities don't end after the hunt. A popcorn stand and a face painting station contribute to the annual community gathering of families partaking in an event envied by other towns.
With the level portion of the Green taped off and filled with multi colored Easter Eggs, including the ‘Golden Egg’ community youngsters enjoy romping through the field of sprouting pin wheels and multi colored eggs filled with treats for starry eyed hunters.
The line up for the bunny breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m.
EASELS in the GARDEN RETURNS
Easels in the Garden is a biennial art and garden fundraiser event sponsored by the Cupola House Association, featuring en plein air artists from Edenton and around the region painting in private gardens and public spaces. The event has grown since its start in 2012 and this year will feature 46 en plein air artists will be painting at a dozen private homes and public buildings.
The artists and their work will be on display and available for purchase by ticketed guests at the Saturday evening Garden Party.
If you have not purchased your tickets for this favorite spring-time event that supports the efforts of Cupola House, purchase tickets at: https://cupolahouse.org/ and tickets may be available the day of the event at the Cupola registration.
Pick up a copy of the Edenton Social Light in the Red News Boxes on S. Broad St. for more on this beautiful event.
FARMERS MARKET SPRING FESTIVAL
2026 Homesteading Conference
Calling all homesteaders of eastern North Carolina! Please join us for our third homesteading conference! This event is FREE and the goal is to bring awareness to small farms, plots and back porch patios. If you are interested in holistic farming, livestock raising, gardening and natural living please do not miss this event!
The Plows will be out in the field giving you an up close and personal look at many of the old equipment that was once used in our region. Bring the kids and enjoy breakfast and much more!
131 Morris Town Road Edenton
UPCOMING EVENTS
EASTER EGG HUNT SET ON THE TOWN GREEN
EASTER EGG HUNT SET ON THE TOWN GREEN
EASTER EGG HUNT SET ON THE TOWN GREEN
VOLUNTEER SEASON IS UPON US
EASTER EGG HUNT SET ON THE TOWN GREEN
EASTER EGG HUNT SET ON THE TOWN GREEN
ANNUAL CHAMBER BANQUET
EASTER EGG HUNT SET ON THE TOWN GREEN
ANNUAL CHAMBER BANQUET
A SUNNY SATURDAY DOWNTOWN
A SUNNY SUNDAY STREET FAIR SLIDE
THE ALBEMARLE QUEEN EASTER WEEKEND
SPRING FLOWERS FROM THE PARK
THE EDENTON'S FARMERS MARKET, SATURDAY'S PLACE TO BE
THE EDENTON'S FARMERS MARKET, SATURDAY'S PLACE TO BE
THE EDENTON'S FARMERS MARKET, SATURDAY'S PLACE TO BE
NO KINGS RALLY TAKES PLACE ON EDENTON'S PROTEST CORNER
LIKE THE RESIDENTS. EDENTON DOGS ARE EXTREMELY FRIENDLY
Kids and Cops Glow Run
T-shirt enthusiasts need to register before April 9, to receive a Kids and Cops Glow Run t-shirt. The Chowan County Sheriff’s Office is thrilled to host the upcoming Kids and Cops: Glow Run. This exciting event is focused on giving back to the children in our community and strengthening the bond between local law enforcement and our youth.
The Kids and Cops program, established in 2012, was created to build lasting, positive relationships through mentorship, summer camps, and community events. Over the years, it has become a cornerstone for connecting officers and kids in meaningful ways.
The 5K run will light up the night with a fun glow run experience, according to the sheriff's office.
Each race packet will include glow gear to help you shine as you run. Participants who register by the early sign-up date will also receive a commemorative event t-shirt.
Join the department and the sheriff for a night of fun, fitness, and community spirit to support our youth. To register go to: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Edenton/KidsAndCopsGlowRun
Childrens Festival, April 18
On Saturday, April 18, the Chowan/Perquimans Smart Start Partnership (CPSSP) will be hosting the 18 annual week of the young child event.
The yearly Children's Festival brings families, service providers and a massive amount of volunteers together to promote a safe and smart start to a child’s future. A variety of games and active, fun events are scheduled for the kids and a vast selection of information on services and programs to assist children and families facing the joy and challenges of raising youngsters.
In years past, the petting zoo was one of the major attractions of the event.
CPSSP program coordinator Sarah Williams, highlighted services the Smart Start program offers. “Parents who need support improving parenting skills, addressing a specific child behavior, or simply want to ensure that they are doing their best as a parent can enroll in the Triple P program. The partnership schedules both one-on-one and group sessions to help parents address child behaviors or other issues causing them stress or concern.
In the past more than 500 adults and children lined up early and enjoyed the event at Perquimans Recreation Center.
“‘We’re celebrating the lives of young children, providing them with educational experiences, while at the same time because we are a rural community, we are trying to get parents information on what services are available,” Williams said. “Many services are available, but people don’t necessarily know about them or want to ask for help. Working with other agencies and organizations in the community to come together to tackle the big issues facing early child care and education is another way of supporting families.”
This year’s Week of the Young Child Children’s Festival and Safe Kids Day begins at 10:00 a.m. and continues until 1:00 p.m at the Perquimans Recreation Center.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, FRIDAY NIGHT CATFISH
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Weather Update-APRIL 3 - April 9
HISTORIC EDENTON, NORTH CAROLINA 7-DAY WEATHER OUTLOOK
📍 Historic Edenton North Carolina — 7-Day Weather Outlook:
Friday, April 3 — Thursday, April 9, 2026
Friday
🌤️ Partly sunny and warm
High: ~72°F • Low: ~54°F
A pleasant start with mild spring air.
Saturday
🌦️ Mostly cloudy with scattered showers
High: ~70°F • Low: ~58°F
Periods of light rain possible.
Sunday
🌧️ Showers likely, mild
High: ~73°F • Low: ~61°F
A damp but relatively warm day.
Monday
⛈️ Warm with showers & thunderstorms possible
High: ~76°F • Low: ~60°F
Storm chances increase through the day.
Tuesday
🌤️ Partly sunny and cooler
High: ~68°F • Low: ~50°F
A refreshing break after the front.
Wednesday
☀️ Sunny and seasonable
High: ~70°F • Low: ~52°F
Classic early April weather.
Thursday
🌤️ Mostly sunny and mild
High: ~74°F • Low: ~55°F
A gradual warming trend continues.
🌟 Weekly Outlook Summary 🌟
A mild and somewhat unsettled early April pattern takes shape across Edenton this week. After a pleasant start Friday, rain chances increase through the weekend, with showers Sunday and thunderstorms possible Monday as a front moves through.
Behind the system, cooler and drier air arrives Tuesday, bringing sunshine and more comfortable conditions through mid-week. Temperatures then gradually warm again into Thursday, maintaining a classic springtime feel.
🧭 Weekly Weather Headlines
• 🌤️ Pleasant start Friday
• 🌧️ Showers increase over the weekend
• ⛈️ Storms possible Monday
• 🌬️ Cooler, drier Tuesday
• ☀️ Seasonable and mild mid-week
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