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Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount NC holds programs for all ages. Source: Braswell Facebook page.
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Library Workshop Covers Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

June 30, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Joetta L. Pittman, SCORE Library Liaison,  Braswell-Library.org A public workshop on cybersecurity is geared toward non-profits and small businesses in Eastern NC. At this seminar, attendees will identify the necessity for cybersecurity. We will review an […]

Billy Yeargin to present on July 16, 2016. Source: Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Braswell Memorial Library Adult Programs Planned for July

June 29, 2016 Kay Whatley

 Contributed by LaKesha W. Joyner, Adult Programming Librarian July adult programs range from writer gatherings to exercise to historical presentations. Check out these upcoming events. While most are held at Braswell Memorial Library, 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — July 1-4

June 28, 2016 Kay Whatley

This weekend’s events, fireworks displays, and Monday Independence Day celebrations are mostly on the North Carolina Coast and Piedmont.  A few Mountain events are listed. This listing is subject to changes and additions over the […]

A still from The True Cost movie. Source: The 2050 Group, Washington DC.
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Movie Highlights “The True Cost” of New Clothing

June 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

A special screening of The True Cost film about sustainable clothing is coming up in Raleigh. Hosted by Capital Group Sierra Club and Redress Raleigh, this film explores the impact clothing purchases have on the planet. Each […]

Wilson Idol 2016. Source: Summerville Promotion and Production Co., Wilson NC.
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Sign up to Share Your Talent at Wilson Idol 2016

June 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Dr. Mildred Summerville Wilson Idol showcases performances exhibited through song, instrumentation, and the spoken word.  Wilson Idol opens the doors for many participants and exposes them to the greater Wilson Community and beyond. Once […]

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Wendell NC 4th of July Includes Parade, WWII Ceremony

June 25, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Patrick Reidy, townofwendell.com The Wendell Historical Society’s annual Independence Day celebration this year includes a special presentation of dog tags to a WWII veteran. Join the fun on Main Street and at J. Ashley Wall […]

July 4 is free fishing day in North Carolina, when all ages can fish in all public waters without paying for a fishing license. Source: Take Me Fishing, takemefishing.org
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Fish without a License: Free Fishing July 4th!

June 25, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Jodie B. Owen, ncwildlife.org The NC Wildlife Resources Commission reminds anglers and would-be anglers of all ages that July 4 is “free fishing day” in NC. From 12:01am to 11:59pm, anyone can fish […]

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The Center For UFO Research Holding Abduction Conference

June 25, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Lakita Adams, State Director MUFON-NC Kent Senter of the Center for UFO Research NC is sponsoring an exciting event on October 29, 2016, in Greensboro NC.  The topic, Night Siege: An Unwanted Visit, focuses […]

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Independence Day Event will Light Up Rocky Mount NC

June 22, 2016 Kay Whatley

Rocky Mount NC Independence Celebration to feature Rubberband, Fireworks and More By Tameka Kenan-Norman The 45th annual city of Rocky Mount Independence Celebration will take place at the Rocky Mount Sports Complex Sunday, July 3, […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — June 24-26

June 22, 2016 Kay Whatley

Many things to do in North Carolina this weekend. While most events listed are in the Five County Stadium area and surrounding towns. a few are elsewhere in the state. What’s missing? Let the editor […]

Braswell Library Olympics, Rocky Mount NC.
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Braswell Library Offers Games, Sports Movies, Globetrotters and More

June 21, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Scott Houston, Adult Information and Young Adult Services Librarian Summer Reading 2016 is much more than just reading. Engaging events cover topics from sports to food and there’s even a movie each week! Braswell Memorial […]

Activate Drama presents Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Jr., June 24 and 25, 2016. Source: Wesleyan College’s Dunn Center, Rocky Mount NC.
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Special Willy Wonka Jr. Performance at the Dunn Center

June 19, 2016 Kay Whatley

Rocky Mount Area to Have a “Sweet” Experience with Activate Drama’s Production of Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Jr. Released by Stephen Moen Activate Drama will present a scrumdidilyumptious weekend of performances of Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Jr. at Wesleyan College’s Dunn Center June 24 and […]

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Pottery Workshop Offered in Franklinton NC

June 18, 2016 Donna Campbell Smith

By Donna Campbell Smith, FCAC Assistant Coordinator Leslie Martin will teach a two-part Hand Building Pottery Workshop at her studio and Franklin County Arts Council Center, 22 S Main Street, Franklinton NC on two Saturdays: August […]

Source: Zebulon Farm Fresh Market, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon Farm Fresh Market Giving Kids Free Meals

June 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Zebulon NC is an area with a high number of students in free/reduced school lunch programs. During summer break, the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market is working with the “Kids Summer Meals” program to provide free nutritious meals to area […]

"Finding Dory" movie poster outside the Wilson NC Carmike 10. Photo: Kay Whatley.
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Movie Review of the Issue — Finding Dory (Go See It!)

June 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor While our kids are older than when they first watched Finding Nemo, they still found it cute and funny. My teenager and I went to see Finding Dory today, and despite both […]

Source: City Of Rocky Mount NC.
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Variety of Rocky Mount NC Events Coming Up

June 16, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Bev Harrelson, rockymountnc.gov The City of Rocky Mount NC and local organizations have events coming up this summer. Most are free and open to the public, while others are for specific age groups. 10th […]

Keep Hives Alive tour stop 2016. Source: Steve Ellis.
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Toxic Free NC Hosts Rally and Press Conference to Keep Hives Alive

June 14, 2016 Kay Whatley

National Dead Bee Tour Brings Urgency to Global Pollinator Decline and Includes North Carolina Stop Released by Preston Peck, toxicfreenc.org With over  an average of 40 percent of US honeybee hives dying and costing over $2 […]

Knightdale Chamber of Commerce Business Expo logo.
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Knightdale Chamber Business Expo is July 26

June 14, 2016 Kay Whatley

“Value of Collaboration Between Large & Small Business” Experience one of the Chamber’s premier networking and business marketing events, featuring a spectrum of small and home-based businesses, non-profit and government agencies, and corporate exhibitors from the […]

The Rocky Mount Senior Center, 427 S Church Street, Rocky Mount NC.
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Senior Center Celebrates 10 Years with Summer Blast and Senior Day Vendor Fair

June 12, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount The Rocky Mount Senior Center will host their annual Summer Blast on Thursday, June 16, 2016, from 11am to 2pm. The event features James Parker and the Electric […]

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Knightdale NC Holding Third Annual Celebration July 4th

June 12, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Town of Knightdale is planning fireworks, food trucks, vendors, music, and more for its annual July 4th Celebration. The free celebration is being held at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, in Knightdale NC. […]

Daddy Dont Go documentary is Directed By Emily Abt and Andrew Nam Chul Osborne. Official poster.
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“Daddy Don’t Go” Documentary Showing in Colorado Springs

June 11, 2016 Kay Whatley

Daddy Don’t Go Documentary Highlights Economic Challenges Facing Fathers Film to Be Featured at the White House This Summer Released by Kristina Iodice, DHS Public Information Officer, elpasoco.com The challenges low income, single fathers face will be the focus […]

Source: Dunn Center for the Performing Arts, Rocky Mount NC.
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Dunn Center Lineup Released for Fall 2016

June 11, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Motoko Asano, for ncwc.edu The Dunn Center for the Performing Arts has released information on its shows coming in 2016. Shows planned include country music concerts, juggling performances, ballet performances, and more. The Dunn Center for […]

Downtown Rocky Mount's Lawn Chair Theatre returns for 2016. Source: www.downtownrockymount.com, Rocky Mount, NC.
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Rocky Mount NC Family fun returns to Lawn Chair Theatre

June 11, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount Very few things can make people cheer, cry, and laugh, all within two hours, like a movie. This year’s movie choices at Lawn Chair Theatre will have viewers […]

Teen Summer Reading Program. Source: Maegen Wilson, Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County NC Summer Reading Programs

June 11, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Maegen Wilson, Assistant Director, Wilson County Public Library Wilson County Public Library has been busy preparing for this year’s Summer Reading Program. The goals of Summer Reading are: To encourage and motivate children and families to […]

Howard Overton of Overton Productions is providing music for the Juneteenth event. Source: Donna Campbell Smith, FCAC, Louisburg NC.
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Juneteenth Celebration in Bunn NC on June 18

June 11, 2016 Donna Campbell Smith

Franklin County Arts Council Sponsors Juneteenth Celebration By Donna Campbell Smith, FCAC Franklin County Arts Council is hosting a free Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 18, 2016, 1-4pm, at BROAD community center, 583 Bunn Elementary School Road, in […]

Gold Medal Flours recalled, General Mills working with the FDA, possible e. coli contamination. Source: FDA.gov.
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Possible E. coli Contamination in Flour

May 31, 2016 Kay Whatley

Gold Medal, Gold Medal Wondra, and Signature Kitchens Flour Recalled General Mills is collaborating with health officials to investigate an ongoing, multistate outbreak of E. coli O121 that may be potentially linked to Gold Medal […]

Denver, Colorado. Source: Nicole Banks, Aurora CO.
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Things To Do in Colorado When You’re Bored – June 3-5

May 31, 2016 Kay Whatley

Many things to do in Colorado this weekend. While many events listed are in the Denver area and surrounding towns. some are elsewhere in the state. What’s missing? Let the editor know. Note that multi-day events are listed under […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored – June 3-5

May 31, 2016 Kay Whatley

Many things to do in North Carolina this weekend. While most events listed are in the Five County Stadium area and surrounding towns. a few are elsewhere in the state. What’s missing? Let the editor […]

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