Join the Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) for their Christmas at the Gallery on Main tree trimming. Bring an ornament or use one of the Arts Council’s ornaments to decorate the gallery’s tree. The public […]
A representative of Johnston County Public Schools is seeking local authors to participate in an upcoming literacy event. Authors will have the opportunity to share their work, sign books, and interact with students, faculty, and […]
For one evening only, shop local goods and meet local artisans, crafters, and business owners at The RTP Mistletoe Market. On Thursday, December 13, 2018, 4-7pm, join the fun and get your holiday shopping done at The Frontier, […]
Other Holiday Happenings Planned A full season of holiday events are on tap to end the 2018 calendar year, and a well-known name will make a stop in Rocky Mount as part of the festivities. […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond including a few unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed events are free happenings, […]
At the Monday, November 12, 2018 meeting of the Rocky Mount City Council, council members decided to immediately enforce the city’s existing ordinance prohibiting the parking of commercial vehicles on residential streets. The owners of commercial vehicles […]
Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) Writers’ Guild invites the public to attend the launch party for their sixth edition of County Lines: A Literary Journal. The party will be held Thursday, November 29, 2018, 7-9pm. […]
Wilson County Public Library will offer a variety of free programs for the community this December at the Main Library and Branches. Founded in 1939, the Wilson County Public Library engages the community and enhances […]
Franklin County Arts Council’s Diversity Team will host a Cultural Arts Festival November 17, 2018, 1-4pm, at Vance Granville Community College’s Louisburg Campus, Building 4, 1800 NC Hwy 56, Louisburg, North Carolina. Arts and crafts, […]
On Saturday, November 10, 2018, Keep America Beautiful (KAB) of Nash and Edgecombe counties will host a recycling event for America Recycles Day. The celebration will start at 10am and accept items until 1pm at the […]
Meet authors and check out their books at the Arkham Author Expo, organized by Sovereign Tomorrow Publications and Arkham Comix. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 17, 2018, 2-5pm, at Arkham Comix’s Wilson location, 3710 Peppermill Drive, […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond including a few unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed events are free happenings, […]
There’s nothing like a parade! For the holiday season, town and city parades in North Carolina bring fire trucks, old cars, marchers, and sometimes horses out for the joy of the spectators. Often parades are […]
Local artisans, crafters, and entrepreneurs will be participating in markets around the area. Think about shopping local or buying local goods during the holiday season to boost local, small businesses. Here are just a few […]
Wilson County Public Library offers programs for all ages. Coming up in November, enjoy storytimes, a family movie, and more this month at the Main Library and Branches. Main Library hours are Monday through Wednesday […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Area Chambers of Commerce, business groups, and local businesses/organizations hold educational events and provide free business training or networking opportunities. Events listed below may take place in the five-county area — […]
The drive-in movie theatre, Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre, is teaming up with A/V Geeks to raise funds for a local school. Attend a special screening on Thursday, October 25, 2018 and give them your support. The […]
North Carolina towns and cities offer trick-or-treating options around town. Many parents feel a higher level of safety by taking their children to organized trick-or-treat and trunk-or-treat events. Here’s a round-up of a few of […]
Parkstone at Knightdale, the newest luxury apartment community in the Knightdale, North Carolina area, held its “Grand Opening Celebration” on October 18, 2018. Bell Partners Inc., one of the nation’s leading apartment investment and management […]
On October 20, 2018, the Miracle League of Franklin County hosted its annual Fall Festival at Long Mill Elementary School, Youngsville, North Carolina. This annual event provided appropriate activities for families with members with special needs. The […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond including a few unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed events are free happenings, […]
Multi-use Sports And Events Facility Set To Open Next week With less than a month until opening, the SFM-managed Rocky Mount Event Center and City of Rocky Mount is preparing for an exciting grand opening […]
Six authors, all members of Franklin County Arts Council Writers’ Guild, will be selling and signing copies of their books at The Rusted Hinge Marketplace in downtown Zebulon Sunday, November 4, 2018, 2-4pm. The writers […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond (Inner Coastal Plains-Five County area of Eastern NC). While most listed events are free […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Quilt Trails showcasing patterns used in quilting are springing up across the United States. Painted wooden blocks depicting quilt styles are hung outdoors on barns, old buildings, and private locations — […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Quilt Trails showcasing patterns used in quilting are springing up across the United States. Painted wooden blocks depicting quilt styles are hung outdoors on barns, old buildings, and private locations — […]
While these movies are not free — most have an entry fee of $5 or more — these are opportunities to watch spooky movies, or movies that aren’t normally available on the big screen. Near […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond (Inner Coastal Plains-Five County area of Eastern NC). While most listed events are free […]
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