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ShoppingMany businesses in Oriental close or shorten their
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Located in the heart of Oriental, A Different
Twist is a truly unique jewelry shopping experience. Come and join the
artists in a relaxing atmosphere and pick out an amazing piece of jewelry,
handcrafted of beautiful semi-precious stones, crystal or glass beads, or
precious metals. Other gift items include handcrafted soaps, jewelry boxes
and accessories. The jewelry artists are on site and are happy to assist
anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind gift. A Different Twist also offers
jewelry repair. Be sure to see the Bottle House, built entirely of beer
bottles. The store is open Tuesday through Friday 11 AM to 6 PM and Saturday
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Hidden away on the beautiful Bay River in
Bayboro, Candace Young has been making one-of-a-kind stoneware and Raku
pottery since 1981. Specializing in carved and pierced garden lanterns and
lamps, Candace has designed clay tools to create exciting textures and
shapes evocative of the natural environment of eastern North
Carolina. Candace also has created a unique method of arranging flowers that
anyone can use to make an free-form Ikebana arrangements and she gives free
flower-arranging classes throughout the year. She also makes Raku pottery
with a focus on "smoke painting" with feathers, horsehair and, upon request,
pet hair for memorials. Smoke painting is a process that involves handling
the pot at 1,800 degrees; the designs appear as if by magic as the hair is
smoked into the clay. The studio is always open and is accessible by car and
boat. Visit the website or call for directions. Candace is always happy to
demonstrate and give tours of the kilns and processes.
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The Bean on the Harbor The Bean is a quaint coffee shop overlooking Oriental
Harbor. It serves a full menu of coffee drinks, frozen drinks, ice cream,
bagels, breakfast sandwiches, muffins, Danish and other baked goods. On
Friday and Saturday nights and during special events, The Bean serves wine
and ice cold beer. Owner Eric Kindle has also instituted bike rentals.
Although closing time is optional (the store is open later in the spring,
summer and fall), The Bean is open with hot coffee ready to go at 7 AM,
seven days a week. Extended hours are offered to coincide with special
events at The Old Theatre, Croakerfest, Spirit of Christmas and New Year's
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The Charlotte Garrett
Gallery & Studio
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The Charlotte Garrett Gallery features the
watercolors of this North Carolina artist. Subjects include water birds,
natural coastal scenes and commissioned works. Also displayed are prints of
her work and photographs by her husband, Charlie. Custom framing is
available on premises. Gallery hours are 10 AM to 4 PM Monday through
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Circle 10 Art Gallery is eastern North
Carolina's oldest cooperative art gallery. In existence for 23 years, Circle
10 represents 20 award-winning artists offering original fine art,
photography and contemporary fine craft. The artists work in pastels,
watercolor, acrylic, charcoal, pencil, oils, original needlework and
photography. There are two potters, two weavers, a Nantucket basket maker,
two fine woodworkers, a stained-glass artist and a jeweler. Circle 10 serves
the community by offering a monthly Visiting Artist exhibition, and it
offers art classes and art trips as well as community outreach programs in
the schools and prison. When you visit Circle 10, one of the artists will
help you with your purchases. They are always happy to talk art as well.
Hours are Wednesday through Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM, Sunday from 1 to 4 PM
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If you are looking for healthy food or other
cool stuff, this will be your new favorite place. Lori Wagoner presents a
great selection of nutritious snacks and food supplies. Food allergy?
They've got you covered. If you don't see what you want, just ask. Lori will
get it for you. Call for seasonal hours. |
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Inland Waterway Provision Company
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Located by the harbor, Inland Waterway offers discount
pricing on everything you need for fishing, boating and outdoor activities.
Beautiful nautical-themed treasures abound, ranging from brass lanterns and
sextants, to jewelry, wind chimes and flags. Inland Waterway features
quality sportswear, footwear and foul-weather gear and offers a great
selection of T-shirts for the whole family. Deck and casual shoes are always
discounted 20 percent off retail price. Inland Waterway is open seven days a
week year round.
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If you are a collector or a
seeker of eclectic treasures, the place for you is Donna Bryant's Land and
Sea Cycles. Where else could you find a female lamp — six-feet tall, sleek
black boots, tight svelte black dress, black gloves, figure extraordinaire
and lamp for a head? Donna has gifts from solar lights in copper and
stainless steel to solar birdbaths, silver dragons to candle holders 36 to
42 inches high, refrigerator magnet poetry, Italian hand-painted house
numbers, indoor and outdoor sculptures and all kinds of art works by local
artists — everything from elegant to whimsical, classical to pop. Need a
gnome? Donna has gnomes and trolls. She also has a new shipment of gorgeous
pottery from Spain as well as multi-functional copper and stainless steel
chimineas/grills and convertible mahogany furniture with an optional
smorgasbord or fire pit you will have to see to believe. You need to make a
visit because just writing about all the merchandise could not nearly do it
justice. No matter whom you are shopping for, you can find something here.
Land and Sea Cycles is closed on Monday and Tuesday. It is open
Wednesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM and sometimes until 7 or 8 PM.
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Marsha's Cottage, located in a classic 1930s
Sears-Roebuck bungalow, features distinctive, casually elegant clothing,
gifts and accessories for all seasons. The shop carries only those brands
known for outstanding quality and visual impact. Marsha, Donna and Linda
invite you to visit and enjoy an unhurried and memorable shopping
experience. The store is open seven days a week for your convenience. |
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Priscilla's Too is located inside the General
Store in the Oriental Harbor Village Center development. The General Store
carries domestic and imported beer and snacks for those headed out on the
water or elsewhere. Priscilla's Too, tucked away in a small alcove, features
more than 100 labels of world-class wines. It's kept stocked by Priscilla
Livingston, the owner of Priscilla's Crystal Coast Wine Store in Morehead
City. Come in and enjoy weekly specials and discounts on cases. Both
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Quarterdeck Marine Store |
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This is a complete ship's store, offering all the marine
hardware and supplies sailors and power boaters need. There are T-shirts,
foul-weather gear, shoes and shorts for adults and children. Patrons will
also find nautical books and charts, binoculars, sunglasses, and beer and
wine. Quarterdeck offers discounts to BOAT/US card holders and is open seven
days a week all year. Outboards, cruisers, sailboats and motor yachts are
available for rent or charter, and marine services are available. Call for
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Off the beaten path and not opened for long
hours, Rose Cottage has developed a loyal following of persistent
shoppers. Owner Virginia Mays fills her shop with wonderful decorative
accessories, accent furniture and vintage Madame Alexander dolls. Just
follow the signs along the river. You'll be glad you did. Call for days and
hours of business.
The Shops at Croakertown The Shops at Croakertown are not your usual gift shops. With an extensive selection of cards and stationery, unique gifts and accessories, jewelry and original artwork by local artists and craftspersons and fiction and nonfiction books for all ages and interests, there is something for everyone — including gourmet goodies. Lynn has 1,500 labels of domestic and imported wine, as well as cheese in Croakertown's new Oriental Wine and Cheese Shop. Another wonderful addition is the Southern Belle Gardens, a full-service florist and agent for Teleflora, FTD, Bloomnet and 1-800-Flowers with the ability to ship anywhere. Choose your own design or let them create custom fresh flower arrangements or gift baskets for any occasion. Weddings are their specialty. The Shops at Croakertown are open year-round, Monday
through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM. Holiday hours (November 1 through
December) are extended: Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM and
Sunday from 12 to 4 PM. The last Friday of every month is a wine-tasting ,
featuring new wines and a sampling of Croakertown's gourmet goodies for only
$5 per person.
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In 1993 Pat Ciccone opened the original
Dragonfly, which quickly became one of the favorite shops in Oriental. After
taking a three-year break due to Hurricane Isabel in 2003, the shop is back,
offering puzzles and puppets, lamps and designer rugs, florals and beautiful
candles. On the shop's walls are original art by local artists and jewelry
cases brimming with gold, silver, glass, and, of course, dragonfly pieces of
wearable art. Now located in the historic Inland Waterway Treasure Company
building across from the Town Dock, the shop is open every day except
Tuesday. Call ahead during winter for the days and hours opened. |
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The world's largest supplier of marine hardware
and electronics is located on N.C. 55 coming into the town of Oriental. The
knowledgeable staff can recommend the best foul-weather gear, boat
accessories and appropriate replacement parts for your boat. This is also
just a great place to browse for marine-related items. It's open seven days
a week. Call for seasonal hours.
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Healthcare
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Nova Urgent Care provides quality medical care
when you need it. Nova offers everything from physicals to minor emergency
care for the people of Pamlico County. No appointment is necessary; you can
walk right in. They specialize in Worker's Compensation injuries. The Urgent
Care staff is highly qualified, consisting of a physician, board
certified in family practice, a certified family nurse practitioner with ER
experience, and a certified physician's assistant who served in the U.S. Air
Force and has prior OR and urgent-care experience. The office is located in
Alliance, next to the Hardee's, and is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM
to 8 PM and on Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM. |
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Oriental Dental |
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This dentist's office is open Monday through
Wednesday from 9 AM until 5 PM, Thursday from 9 AM until 1 PM and other
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Oriental Medical Center specializes in family
practice. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM and
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