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Month: November 2019

In this image, Earth is the dot to the left of the image and the large arc around it is our planet’s magnetic bow shock. Credit: Vlasiator team, University of Helsinki
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The Strange-ness: Earth “Song” Recorded during Solar Storm

November 25, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Earth’s magnetic song recorded for the first time during a solar storm Data from the European Space Agency (ESA) Cluster mission has provided a recording of the eerie ‘song’ that Earth sings when it is […]

Interior of East Regional Library, Knightdale NC, in November 2017. Photo: Kay Whatley
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East Regional Library 2019 Programs, New Schedule for 2020

November 25, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Check out these December programs planned at East Regional Library (ERL) in Knightdale, North Carolina. Unless otherwise noted, events listed take place at the library, 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, NC. Library information is online […]

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FSIS Public Health Alert Issued for Romaine from Salinas, California, Growing Region

November 25, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert due to illnesses caused by E. coli O157:H7 associated with romaine lettuce from the Salinas, California, growing region. […]

Things To Do in NC When You're Bored - Winter
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 2019

November 25, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This week’s list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond — occasionally including unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed […]

North Carolina Holiday Flotilla. Photo: courtesy Blockade Runner
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Excellent Weather Conditions Are in the Forecast for Flotilla Week

November 25, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Weather Advisory at Wrightsville Beach, NC Monday: Sunny, 64 high, 44 low, 0% chance of rain Tuesday: Mostly Sunny, 67 high, 50 low, 10% chance of rain Wednesday: Partly Cloudy, 71 high, 49 low, 20% […]

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East Coast Wings + Grill to Donate 10% of Net Gift Card Sales to Food Banks

November 24, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

East Coast Wings + Grill, a family-dining franchise commended for its wide variety of buffalo-wing flavors and inclusive menu, is celebrating the season of giving with a holiday gift card promotion designed to give back […]

More than 400 homeless in Denver received new winter coats from Knights of Columbus Council 539 in Lincoln Memorial Park. Source: Knights of Coumbus
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Knights of Columbus Distribute Coats to Denver Homeless

November 23, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

New coats given out as part of organization’s Faith in Action initiatives More than 400 homeless received new winter coats from Knights of Columbus Council 539 on November 20, 2019 in Lincoln Memorial Park, Denver, Colorado. […]

Carolina Wren by Bette Parette. Source: Audubon Great Backyard Bird Count
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Participate in the Audubon Annual “Christmas Bird Count”

November 22, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Between December 14, 2019 and January 5, 2020, participants will join the world’s longest-running wildlife census, which contributes invaluable data to bird population research. For the 120th year, the National Audubon Society is organizing its annual Christmas […]

Pecan tree in the orchard at Lakeview Pecans, Bailey, North Carolina, November 2018. Photo: Kay Whatley
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It’s November and NC-grown Pecans Are On Sale for Your Holiday Feast Prep

November 22, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

North Carolina pecan growers prevail, good crop for Thanksgiving Pecan pie lovers can celebrate. The North Carolina pecan growers have a good crop ahead of the holidays despite a relatively dry summer and damages sustained […]

To the Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA. Source: Barbi Baker, New Hanover County
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To the Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA Exhibit Open at Cape Fear Museum

November 22, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science announces the opening of our newest traveling exhibit, To the Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA. Just before the first man landed on the moon, Charlie Brown and Snoopy […]

Holiday Market 2017 vendors, Zebulon NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Zebulon, NC: Tree Lighting and Holiday Market Scheduled for Nov. 22 & 23

November 21, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Holiday events will be taking place in downtown Zebulon, North Carolina including a tree lighting and special “Holiday Market.” Downtown Tree Lighting Festival Friday, November 22, 2019 @ 6-9pm Downtown Zebulon will become the winter […]

The Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences, Rocky Mount NC. It is located on the former sites of the Imperial Tobacco Company and old city library. Source: imperialcentre.org.
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Rocky Mount, NC: Imperial Centre to Open through Holiday Weekend

November 21, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences will welcome visitors through the Thanksgiving holiday by opening its doors Friday, November 29 through Sunday, December 1, 2019. Typically, the Imperial Centre is closed the day after […]

Things To Do in NC When You're Bored. Source: The Grey Area News, Zebulon NC.
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Nov. 22-24, 2019

November 21, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This week’s list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond — occasionally including unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed […]

Santa arrived at the end of the Christmas Parade in Zebulon NC. Photo: Kay Whatley, 2017
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East NC Holiday Fun, Parades & Christmas Tree Lightings by Town

November 21, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor These upcoming holiday parades and town tree lightings are opportunities to gather together and celebrate the season. Many of these are organized by town officials or parks and rec personnel, […]

A Soulful Christmas Celebration 2019. Source: Vision Community Theatre Group, Inc.
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Wilson, NC Theatre Group Free “A Soulful Christmas Celebration” is Dec. 8

November 20, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

On Sunday, December 8, 2019, 4-6pm, a free music event, A Soulful Christmas Celebration 2019, will be held in Wilson, North Carolina. This concert by Vision Community Theatre Group will provide an evening of beautiful […]

NC farms invite visitors in for farm activities and events. Photo: Kay Whatley, HS Howell Farm Market 2019
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Agritourism: Winter 2019 Events at Farms Across North Carolina

November 20, 2019 Kay Whatley

  Farms across North Carolina are opening their gates for travelers looking for ways to celebrate the season with unique and fun farm experiences. From choose-and-cut Christmas trees and light shows to pop-up markets and […]

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MORE Act Becomes First Comprehensive Marijuana Bill to Pass Congressional Committee

November 20, 2019 Kay Whatley

House Judiciary Committee Agrees We Need MORE with Historic Vote Clearing Path to End Marijuana Prohibition On November 20, 2019, the House Judiciary Committee voted to approve the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act (MORE […]

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The Strange-ness: NUFORC Data Shows North Carolina #12 in UFO Sighting Reports

November 19, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor The National UFO Reporting Center, or NUFORC, contains UFO sighting reports for the State of North Carolina going back to the mid-20th century. According to NUFORC data, North Carolina ranks […]

Path at Moonlight in the Garden. Photo: Nadia Ethier
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Things We Did in NC: “Moonlight in the Garden” at JC Raulston Arboretum is a Wonder to Behold

November 19, 2019 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Wow!  What amazing sights there are to be seen at “Moonlight in the Garden” with trees accentuated by the moon and multicolored lighting, other growth hiding in the shadows, and an […]

Shopping local at Selma Saturdays 2019. Source: Selma, NC Parks and Recreation
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Selma Saturdays 2019 Gave Local Artisans Opportunities; Returning in 2020

November 19, 2019 Kay Whatley

Selma Saturdays, organized by the Town of Selma, North Carolina’s Parks and Recreation, brought together shoppers and local makers for six dates in 2019.  This “Uptown” market provided space for local artisans, and these vendors […]

Hemp growing on a farm in Bunn, NC (Franklin County). Photo: Kay Whatley
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NC Industrial Hemp Commission Public Meeting by Conference Call is Nov. 22

November 18, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold an emergency public meeting so Commission members can discuss the resolution approved on November 11, 2019 to extend the NC Industrial Hemp Pilot Program through 2020. The […]

Pup in holiday hat. Source: SPCA of Wake County
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A Top Triangle Holiday Lights Attraction Aims the Spotlight at Shelter Pets

November 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

  This November, SPCA Wake and the Christmas Lights on Holt Rd have joined together to find homes for shelter pets in need. Two special adoption promotions made possible by Christmas Lights on Holt Rd encourages […]

Mamma Mia poster. Source: Bobbi Jo Bone, The Playhouse of Wilson (NC)
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Auditions for “Mamma Mia” in Wilson, NC Set for Dec. 9-10

November 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

By Bobbi Jo Bone, The Playhouse of Wilson Read all about it!  The Playhouse of Wilson is at it again.  Our second show of the season is Mamma Mia.  Auditions will be held at the […]

NC Forest Service tree seedlings in field. Source: Brian R. Haines, NC Forest Service.
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NC Forest Service Offers Discount to Military Members for Tree Seedling Orders

November 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

In recognition of the service and sacrifice by members of the armed forces, the North Carolina Forest Service is offering a 20% discount on tree seedling orders placed by active or retired military personnel during […]

Mistletoe Madness by Maximum Cheer and Dance is Dec 7. Source: Ashley Pittman, Rocky Mount Event Center
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Rocky Mount Event Center Hosts 2nd Cheer and Dance Competition

November 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Maximum Cheer and Dance Competition Returns to Downtown Rocky Mount Returning for the second time to Rocky Mount Event Center, Maximum Cheer and Dance will be hosting Mistletoe Madness on Saturday, December 7, 2019, 8am, […]

Cats and Dogs. Credit: Frank and Kay Whatley, Nadia Ethier
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SPCA Wake Offer: $5 to Microchip Your Pet on Nov. 23

November 13, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

On Saturday, November 23, 2019, 9am-noon, pet owners may get up to four pets microchipped for $5-per-pet at a special Microchip Clinic in Raleigh, North Carolina held by the SPCA of Wake County. Normally $20 […]

Diversity Team logo. Source: Franklin County Arts Council
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Franklin County, NC: Celebrate Diversity at “Cultural Arts Festival” on Nov. 16

November 13, 2019 Kay Whatley

This Saturday, November 16, 2019, 1-4pm is the annual Cultural Arts Festival in Louisburg, North Carolina. Bring family and friends for an enjoyable afternoon of multi-cultural music, song, dancing, poetry, art displays, and vendors. Performances at […]

Best in Show – Captains Christina, Patrick, and Charlie Hudson – 2018 North Carolina Holiday Flotilla. Source: Ken Oots/Star News
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Flotilla Week and Airlie Gardens kick off the Coastal Carolina Holidays

November 11, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Thanksgiving week, known as flotilla week in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina launches the coastal Carolina holiday season with two long-running traditions, the 36th-annual North Carolina Holiday Flotilla, and Airlie Gardens’ 15th-annual Enchanted Airlie. A highlight […]

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