Registration begins at ECSU. Elizabeth City State University will hold registration for the spring semester at the K.E. White Center through Tuesday. Classes begin Tuesday. Freshmen and transfer students will register today from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Weekend/evening program and graduate students will register today from 9 a.m. to noon. Returning students will register Monday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, call 335-3300.

Currituck board to hold redistricting meeting. The Currituck Board of Education will hold a public meeting on the proposed 2008-09 elementary school attendance maps in the auditorium at Currituck County Middle School Monday at 7 p.m. Maps and descriptions of the options are available at all elementary and middle schools and are posted online at www.currituck.k12.nc.us.

Perquimans board to discuss revaluation. The Perquimans County Board of Commissioners will meet with property owners in Perquimans Courthouse Annex in Hertford Monday at 7 p.m., to discuss the recent property revaluation. For info, call 426-8484.

Filing period for election begins. The filing period for the Feb. 19 3rd Ward city election to fill the seat formerly held by Councilman Darryl Stallings Sr. will start Monday, Jan. 7, and continue weekdays until Tuesday, Jan. 15. Third Ward residents can file for the seat at the Pasquotank County Board of Elections Office at 426 McArthur Drive between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Wordsmiths to meet. The Wordsmiths, a writer's group in Hertford, will meet at Jitterz Coffee House in Hertford Monday at 6:30 p.m. For more info, call 4426-5657.

Camden boards to meet. The Camden Board of Education will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Commissioners in the media center at Camden County High School Monday at 11 a.m. The school board will meet before that meeting at the Central Office Monday at 8:30 a.m.

Home School group to meet. The Albemarle Home School Support League will meet at New Life Assembly of God Tuesday at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.ahsl.org.

University Women to meet. The executive committee of the Elizabeth City branch of the National Association of University Women will meet Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. The regular meeting will be Sunday, Jan. 13 at 3 p.m. For more information, call 338-6426.

DAV meeting date changed. Because of the New Year's Day holiday, Chapter 64 of the Disabled American Veterans will meet Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Genealogical Society to meet. Wanda Hunt McLean will speak on African-American maritime history at the Albemarle Genealogical Society's first quarterly meeting at the Currituck County Public Library in Barco, Tuesday, Jan. 8 at 7:30 p.m.

Faber to speak at 'Dinner with a Doc.' Dr. Steven Faber of Albemarle Gastroenterology will speak on the topic "Understanding and Coping with IBS" during the "Dinner with a Doc" program in the Education Center of Albemarle Hospital Wednesday at 6 p.m. To register, call 384-4455.

Red Cross volunteer orientation. The Greater Albemarle Area Chapter of the American Red Cross will hold an orientation session for volunteers Wednesday, at 11 a.m. The Red Cross offices are located at 905 Halstead Blvd., Suite 3. To register, call 335-2185 or e-mail pegkennedy-arc-volunteers@hotmail.com.

Women's Club to hold luncheon. The Currituck County Women's Club will host a luncheon at American Legion Club Post 288, Coinjock, Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. John McLaughlin of Food Bank of the Albemarle will be the speaker. Cost is $6. For reservations, call 453-3403.

Tourism panel meetings. The Marketing Committee of the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Tourism Development Authority will meet at the offices of the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce Thursday at 8:30 a.m. The Finance Committee will meet at the Visitor's Center Friday, Jan. 11 at 9 a.m. The Personnel Committee will meet Friday, Jan. 11, at 10 a.m.

Smoking cessation clinic. The American Lung Association of N.C. will host a weekly smoking clinic at the Pasquotank County Health Department on Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. starting Jan. 10. For info, call Lisa at 426-2115.

Financial aid workshop at Perquimans High School. A financial aid workshop will be held in the cafeteria at Perquimans High School Thursday at 7 p.m. Graduating seniors and parents are urged to attend.

Trade show seminar. John Elder will lead a "Breakfast & Learn" seminar for trade show exhibitors on how to get their exhibits to stand out, Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The seminar will be held in Room 121-A of the John Wood Foreman Technology Center. For more information, call 335-0821, ext. 2231 or 2370.

Camden superintendent to host forum. Superintendent Ron Melchiorre will host a community forum on the Camden County Schools in the lower courtroom in the Camden County Courthouse Thursday at 7 p.m. Parents are encouraged to attend.

Fitness and Nutrition Council to meet. The Albemarle Fitness and Nutrition Council, a subcommittee of Health Carolinians of the Albemarle, will meet in the annex of Albemarle Hospital Friday, at 8:15 a.m. For more information, call 384-4633.

Federal employees group to meet. Robert Williamson will be the speaker for the meeting of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association in the Community Room at the W.C. Witherspoon Memorial Library, Friday, at 1 p.m. For info, call 330-2119.

DAV van drivers needed. The Disabled American Veterans Chapter 64 in Elizabeth City is seeking qualified volunteer drivers to transport patients by DAV network transport van to and from the Veteran's Administration Hospital in Hampton, Va. For info, call 335-0997 or stop by at the office at 112 S. McMorrine St., Elizabeth City. Computers in Workplace classes. College of The Albemarle's Workforce Readiness/Human Resource Development Program will offer a 30-hour class on Computers in the Workplace beginning Tuesday, Jan. 15, and ending March 4. One class will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., while the second class will meet from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. through March 4. The morning class will be held at the State Employment Security Commission on McArthur Drive, while the evening class will be held in Room FC-207 of the John Wood Foreman Technology Center. The fee for the class is $55 which doesn't include a $5 computer usage fee. To register, call 335-0821, ext. 2314.

Hospital board to meet. The board of commissioners for the Albemarle Hospital Authority and Regional Medical Services, Inc., will meet in the hospital boardroom Tuesday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m.

Hospice advisory board to meet. The advisory board for Albemarle Home Care and Albemarle Hospice will meet at the offices of Albemarle Home Care Thursday, Jan. 17 at 12:30 p.m. For more information, call 338-4353.

ECSU alumni to meet. The Elizabeth City State University National Alumni Association will hold a general membership meeting in the theater of the Ridley Student Center Saturday, Jan. 19 at 10 a.m.

Nixonton Crimewatch group to meet. The Nixonton Community Crime Watch group will meet at the Ruritan Building on Halls Creek Road Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 264-2934.

Wildlife Resources Commission to hold hearing. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed hunting, trapping and fishing rules at Swain Auditorium in Edenton Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. Among the rule changes to be discussed are a reduction in the Eastern season buck bag limit and an extension on squirrel season. For a complete list of the changes, visit www.ncwildlife.org. Send comments to 1701 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1701 or by visiting the Web site.

Weight loss program. The Currituck Center of the N.C. Cooperative Extension Service and Albemarle Regional Health Services will cosponsor "Eat Smart, Move More," a weight-loss program from Wednesday, Jan. 23 to Wednesday, April 30. Classes begin at 5:15 p.m. and 7 p.m. The enrollment fee is $10. For info, call Georgia Kight at 232-2261 or e-mail at georgia_kight@ncsu.edu.

Meeting to focus on teen violence. "The Talk," a meeting focusing on solutions to teen violence, will be held in Courtroom A of the Pasquotank County Courthouse Monday, Jan. 28 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, e-mail manofsteeltime@aol.com.

Weight-loss workshop. Dr. Jason B. Jones will lead a free doctor-coached weight loss workshop Tuesday, Jan. 29 at 6 p.m. For more information, call 335-2225.

Scholarship applications available. Applications for a variety of scholarships are available at the Pasquotank County Extension Center. Completed scholarship applications are due by Feb. 1. For info, call 338-3954.

Quality Home offering info on depression. Quality Home Staffing Home Care Agency is offering information on depression awareness during the month of December. For details, drop by the office at 425-C McArthur Drive, Elizabeth City or call 337-6124.

NCDC accepting after-school applications. Northeastern Community Development Corp. has a few vacancies remaining in its After School Program. The program is open to children in grades K-3 and participants are provided homework assistance, structured play, and enrichment activities. To register, call 338-5466, ext. 21.

Kindergarten readiness program. First United Methodist Preschool in Elizabeth City will start a kindergarten readiness program in January. The program is intended to prepare 4- and 5-year-olds for kindergarten. The class size is limited. For info, call 335-7615.

GED classes offered in Currituck. College of The Albemarle's Basic Skills Program is now offering General Educational Development classes at Moyock United Methodist Church on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Classes are free. To register, visit the church during class hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For more info, call 335-0821 ext. 2302.

Community Care Clinic moves. The Community Care Clinic has moved to 918 Greenleaf St. in the Fleet Reserve Building. For more info, call 384-4733.

Northeastern CDC offers housing services. Northeastern Community Development Corp. offers a comprehensive program of housing-related services as well as counseling and tenant mediation services. For more info, call Katrina Bryant at 338-5466, ext. 25.

HIV/AIDS services offered. HIV/AIDS case management services are available in the area by calling 332-5900.

Head Start applications in Currituck. The Economic Improvement Council is seeking applications in Currituck County for its Head Start program. Children must be 4 years old. For info, call 453-4992.

Head Start applications. The Perquimans County Head Start program is now accepting applications for 4 year olds. For info, call Suzette Hayes at 426-5949.

Moyock UMC preschool taking applications. Moyock United Methodist Church preschool has a limited number of preschool spaces available. For info, call 435-0610.

Fed school programs reviewed. The Office of Federal Programs for the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools has information available for review about its Title I, Title II and Title V programs. For info, call Linda Ward at 335-2981.

Marching Unit needs recruits. The River City Marching Unit is seeking boys and girls ages 5 1/2 to 12 to participate in upcoming parades. For more information, call Kim Wood at 312-1309 or Lisa Simpson at 312-1140.

Healthy Carolinians panel seeks members. The Healthy Carolinians of the Albemarle Chronic Disease subcommittee is seeking volunteer members. For more info, call Georgia Kight at 232-2261 or Yvonne Mullen at 338-3954.

VUU alumni group seeks members. The Northeastern North Carolina Chapter of the Virginia Union University National Alumni Association wants to re-establish the chapter in the region. For more information, call Maria James at 757-288-7140 or e-mail nencvuu@hotmail.com.

VUU alumni membership drive. Alumni from Virginia Union University are seeking alumni, family of current students and supporters in northeastern North Carolina. For more info, call 757-288-7140 or e-mail nencvuu@hotmail.com.

Witherspoon-Harris award nominees. The Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Community Relations Commission is seeking nominees for its Witherspoon-Harris Community Contribution Recognition Award. Nominees must reside in Elizabeth City or Pasquotank County and have made extraordinary community service contributions. Forms may be picked up in the City Clerk's office at City Hall.

Art League membership drive. The Perquimans Art League is holding its annual membership drive. Pick up applications in the Perquimans Art League gallery or at the Perquimans Chamber of Commerce office. For more information, call 426-3041 or 426-5657.

Treasure Point 4-H Camp fund. The Camden County 4-H Foundation has established a "Treasure Point 4-H Camp Re-building fund" to raise money to replace the log cabin destroyed by arsonists in early November. Make checks payable to the Camden County 4-H Foundation and send to either the Camden Center of the N.C. Cooperative Extension Service or the Bank of Currituck in Camden. For more info, contact Danelle Barco call 338-1919, ext. 229.