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Hootenanny Raises Funds for Hickory NC Soup Kitchen

February 20, 2016 Kay Whatley

Kyle and Friends Hootenanny on March 28, 2016:  Feeding Friendships in the Community Released by Natalie Stachon, Carolina Moon Hospitality Highland Avenue Restaurant is thrilled to host an astounding group of culinary professionals. The following participants are from the […]

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Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Denver

February 19, 2016 Kay Whatley

Human Trafficking Awareness March Planned A march and demonstration is planned, organized by the Human Trafficking Task Force of Southern Colorado, to draw attention to the human trafficking issue in Colorado. Marchers will gather the morning […]

Photo Source: Denver Art Museum, denverartmuseum.org.
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Denver Art Museum Free on First Saturdays

February 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Free First Saturdays at the Denver Art Museum offers local families and individuals access to the museum, while waiving the General Admission fee.  Museum access and many activities are available at no charge, including bilingual offerings. […]

Photo: Simpson United Methodist Church, Arvada CO. Source: simpsonumc.com.
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Arvada Church Festival Includes Japanese Doll Display

February 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Simpson United Methodist Church’s annual Japanese Doll and Cultural Festival is scheduled for March 5-6, 2016. The festival is free and open to the public, held at Simpson United Methodist Church (UMC), 6001 Wolff Street, in Arvada CO. Each […]

Source: Colorado Office of Film, Television & Media.
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Colorado Office of Film, Television & Media Launches “Colorado Revealed” Video Contest

February 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

Entrants can win up to $15,000 in prizes and three Hateful 8 film strips provided by KODAK Released by Colorado Office of Film, Television, & Media When the world thinks of Colorado, what comes to mind? […]

Zebulon United Methodist Church in Zebulon NC. Photo Source: ZebulonUMC Facebook.
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Zebulon Church Requests Donations for Flea Market, Bake Sale

February 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Zebulon United Methodist Women, at Zebulon United Methodist Church (UMC), is holding their annual Flea Market and Bake Sale on Saturday, March 5, 2016, from 7am until noon. Funds raised from flea market sales and […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored (published Feb 5 2016)

February 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Live Music (Fridays @ 7:30-10:30pm) Live music Fridays. At Showside Grill & Bakery, 102 N Pine Street, Spring Hope. Live Music Saturdays (Feb 20 @ 7pm) Live music some Saturday nights. At Westridge Grill, 3629 Sunset Ave, […]

Source: Nashville NC Chamber of Commerce.
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Call for Distinguished Citizen Nominations

February 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Jo Anne Cooper, Nashville Chamber of Commerce The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for this year’s Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award. If you know of someone who has given back […]

2016 Shrimp Boil Flyer. Source: Nashville Chamber of Commerce, Nashville NC.
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Nashville Chamber Holds Shrimp Boil Fundraiser

February 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Jo Anne Cooper, Nashville Chamber of Commerce Announcing the 2nd Annual Nashville Chamber Shrimp Boil on March 24, 2016, 7-10pm, at Nash Community College’s Brown Auditorium, 522 N Old Carriage Road, in Rocky […]

Photo Source: "Crayones cera" by Jorge Barrios - Own work. Licensed under Public Domain via Commons - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Crayones_cera.jpg#/media/File:Crayones_cera.jpg.
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Adult, Young Adult and Teen Programs at Braswell

February 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braswell Memorial Library is located at 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount. For information on the young adult or teen (YA/T) programs, contact Scott Houston at 252.442.1951 x.257. For information on adult programs, contact […]

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FCAC Plans a Lively February

February 5, 2016 Donna Campbell Smith

By Donna Campbell Smith Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) is holding a variety of events during February. Each week brings a new opportunity to participate, learn, or enjoy local art and artists. February 6 @ […]

Source: The Carolina Theatre of Durham.
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Nevermore Film Festival Comes To Carolina Theatre Feb. 12-14

February 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Joe Student, Content Marketing & Media Relations, The Carolina Theatre of Durham, Inc.  Screening films from the frightening to the fantastic, the 17th Annual Nevermore Film Festival is scheduled for the Carolina Theatre of Durham from February […]

Source: Common Grounds Coffee and Music House.
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Annual Heart Strings Valentine’s Day Dinner in Bunn NC

February 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Common Grounds Coffee & Music House’s second annual Valentines Day dinner is taking reservations. Planned for February 14, 2016, the evening includes special music, a catered dinner, and a romantic time. A popular event last year, this Second Annual […]

Source: Breckenridge Film Festival.
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Breckenridge Film Festival Issues Call for Entries

February 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

According to the Colorado Office of Film, Television, & Media (coloradofilm.org), the Call for Entries is open for the 2016 Breckenridge Film Festival, held each year in Breckenridge CO. Films will be accepted in traditional categories, […]

Source: Nashville NC Chamber of Commerce.
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Nashville NC First Friday Coffee Brings Businesses Together

February 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Jo Anne Cooper Friday Friday Coffee is back for 2016! February 5, 2016 , 7:30am, is the first meeting of the new year. All are welcome to gather at the Nashville Exchange Steakhouse and Cafe, […]

Source: Common Grounds Coffee and Music House, Bunn NC.
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Bunn Coffee House Offers Children’s Tea

January 30, 2016 Kay Whatley

“A Tea with Snow White” Common Grounds Coffee & Music House is hosting a special children’s tea party January 30, 2016, from 1pm until 3pm. This is no mere pretend Tea Party. This is the real deal. […]

Source: Town of Knightdale Police Department.
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Knightdale Citizens Police Academy Begins February 29

January 29, 2016 Kay Whatley

Free Class Meets Monday Nights – Apply by February 17 Released by Town of Knightdale The Knightdale Police Department is continuing a program designed to give its citizens and area business owners a chance to […]

Photo Source: Town of Bunn.
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Bunn Fun Day Seeking Sponsors

January 29, 2016 Kay Whatley

Second Annual Event Offers Local Businesses Sponsorship Opportunities By Kay Whatley and Sherry Mercer  The Town of Bunn is bringing back their Bunn Fun Day for a second time. The family-friendly event offers residents and visitors […]

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Free Business Workshops Offered January 28 in Eastern NC

January 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

Two Eastern NC community colleges are holding free workshops for entrepreneurs, and those who would like to be entrepreneurs. Both of the workshops listed below are scheduled for January 28, 2016, from 6-9pm. If you’d […]

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Wendell Offers Crafts & Snacks for Children

January 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

ABC Craft and Snack Saturday Wendell Community Library offers a special story time for children age 3-5, and their caregivers. Come on January 30, 2016, and participate in an interactive program with an alphabet craft and […]

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Knightdale Library Offers Healthy Eating Books

January 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

Healthy Eating Trends: There’s a Book for That Vegan, Paleo, Gluten-Free – oh my! Drop in January 27, 2016, between 11am and noon to browse a selection of the latest and greatest books, selected by […]

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The NASH Seeking Help with Easter Preparations

January 19, 2016 Kay Whatley

2016 Easter Food Box Drive Released by Nash County Aging Department The Nash County Senior Center is in need of assistance and participation in the third Annual Easter Food Box Drive. The purpose of this program is to collect and […]

Source: Trader Joe’s Customer Relations Recall Notice.
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Cashews Recalled for Potential Salmonella Contamination

January 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Only One Lot of Raw Cashew Pieces is Affected Trader Joe’s has issued a voluntary recall, based on an alert from their supplier. “Trader Joe’s Raw Cashew Pieces” marked with bar code number “00505154” and the code “BEST BEFORE […]

Hemp rope. Source: Photo Cordage en chanvre" by Ji-Elle - Own work. Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 via Commons.
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Industrial Hemp Is Not For Hippies

January 16, 2016 Kay Whatley

Industrial Hemp May be Profitable for NC Farmers, Doesn’t Get People High By Kay Whatley Edited by Warren Williams (NCIHA), Kim Beaver, and Nicole Banks Before farmers can get industrial hemp seed in the ground, or even determine what their […]

"Farmland (2014) documentary film poster" by Source (WP:NFCC#4). Licensed under Fair use via Wikipedia.
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Extension Film Screening Offers View into Farm Life

January 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Wayne County Cooperative Extension invites all to see Farmland, a film by James Moll, and learn more about how farmers spend their days producing food for the country. This free movie is showing on […]

Photo Source: "Crayones cera" by Jorge Barrios - Own work. Licensed under Public Domain via Commons - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Crayones_cera.jpg#/media/File:Crayones_cera.jpg.
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Coloring for Adults & Teens at Braswell

January 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Joetta L Pittman, MLS It’s showing up everywhere, and now it’s here: the Braswell Memorial Library’s Adult and Teen Coloring Club. Club meetings begin January 23, 2016. The news is peppered lately with […]

Source: Wikipedia. See more about Selma film at https://www.facebook.com/SelmaMovie.
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Paramount Theatre Showing Selma on MLK Day

January 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor As part of its Paramount Movie Nights series, the Paramount Theatre in Goldsboro will show the film, Selma. The film is scheduled for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, which is Monday, […]

Honeybee photo. Source: NC Extension Service, www.ces.ncsu.edu
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Beekeeping Short Course Offered by Extension

January 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Colby Griffin, Extension Agent The Coastal Plains Beekeeping Chapter, in conjunction with the NC State Beekeepers Association and NC Cooperative Extension are offering a beginning beekeeping short course. Starting February 23, 2016. the […]

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