“Moonlight in the Garden” returns to JC Raulston Arboretum for a seven-night exhibition For seven nights in November, the magical lighting exhibition Moonlight in the Garden will illuminate and showcase JC Raulston Arboretum at North […]
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 — […]
The National Pumpkin Festival returns to Spring Hope, North Carolina for its 47th year. The annual festival will be held October 5-6, 2018 in downtown. Every year, this wonderful family event meshes the best of fall […]
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 […]
East Regional Library, located at 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, North Carolina, offers events for all ages. See upcoming events in the below listing. Library hours are: Monday-Thursday 9am-9pm Friday 10am-6pm Saturday 10am-6pm Sunday 1pm-5 pm With […]
On Friday, October 19, 2018, 6-8pm, the Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) Writer’s Guild will hold a social event with a “Six Pack of Authors” — local authors with recently published books. Come and meet representatives […]
UPDATE: A cancellation has been issued for this event. No new date has been announced, as yet. _____ Dog owners are invited for an afternoon of fun with their pets during the city of Rocky […]
Elizabeth City State University, Winston Salem State University, and the city of Rocky Mount have announced that all events for the 21st Down East Football Viking Classic scheduled for Sept. 12-15, 2018 have been cancelled […]
The Life Changing Transplant Foundation’s annual 5k Run/Walk for Life, scheduled for Knightdale Station Park on Saturday, September 15, 2018, has been postponed due to Hurricane Florence’s impending arrival. A new date will be announced in the […]
Twin County Community Pride, Inc. is pleased to announce the 15th-annual Class of Inductees to the Twin County Hall of Fame. This year’s class of ten includes an author and painter, an educator, the ‘King […]
In advance of the Rocky Mount Event Center’s grand opening in October, the Rocky Mount City Council has approved the RMEC Traffic Control Plan. There will be 328 on-site parking spaces between two lots at […]
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 […]
Celebrate local business and attend the Grand Opening of the Wilson, North Carolina PowerPlex Athletic Center on Saturday, September 8, 2018, 11am-3pm. The PowerPlex Athletic Center is a multi-sport training facility. The facility includes two […]
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 — […]
Donations for Care, Eventual Forever-Home Needed It was a normal Tuesday on August 28, 2018, when a Zebulon, North Carolina woman went outside to hang her laundry in the sun. She heard a whining noise, […]
In September 2018, the Wilson County Public Library will offer a wide variety of free programs for the community at the Main Library and branch libraries. There is truly something for everyone in this month’s lineup. For […]
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 […]
This year, OkTARberfest Weekend is planned for October 19-20, 2018 in Louisburg, North Carolina. Why the odd spelling of this festival’s name? Well, the Tar River runs through Louisburg and that’s where this annual event […]
Homework help and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM), as well as arts, crafts, and more activities await students in Kindergarten through Sixth grade at the city of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Parks and […]
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In an effort to decrease the mosquito population, the city of Rocky Mount encourages residents to recycle old tires and tip over containers that have accumulated water. Used tires and standing water provide a prime […]
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 […]
The Rocky Mount Fire Department responded to a call Monday regarding two females who were possibly electrocuted at the Economy Inn & Suites-Gold Rock on Hwy 48 in Battleboro, North Carolina. One female, 31, died from […]
By Dr. Mildred Summerville The Summerville Promotion and Production Company, along with The Tall One Outreach Ministries would like to congratulate the following contestants who are the participants in the 2018 Wilson Idol Talent Show, […]
Wendell Community events don’t slow down for Fall — they keep on rolling. Check out upcoming opportunities for festivals, community time, music, delicious foods, and more. The Town of Wendell is online at www.townofwendell.com and […]
Rocky Mount Event Center Consultant Charles Penny and John McDonald, vice president and account executive for Sports Facilities Management, updated the Rocky Mount City Council on the progress happening at the center. The update, provided […]
By Donna Campbell Smith Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) is sponsoring an acrylic pouring workshop facilitated by Donna Campbell Smith on Saturday, September 29, 2018, 6pm, at her home studio, 159 Mays Crossroads Road, Franklinton, […]
The Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences free and no-fee programs for Fall 2018 are listed below. Programs with a fee often offer a discounted members-rate and a rate for general public. All are […]
On August 16, 2018, the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce announced the SHE-E-O First Annual Women’s Conference Kick-Off. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 19, 2018, starting at noon. It will be held at Benvenue […]
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