By Kay Whatley, Editor This list covers events from the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. In addition to the events below, the North Carolina State Fairgrounds is hosting […]
The Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) is hosting their monthly Afternoon Tea on Saturday, December 10, 2016, 3-5pm. This month’s guest is Photographer Tammy Winkel. Tammy Winkel’s photography show will premier during this afternoon tea. Tammy will give a short talk […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Organizers in Zebulon, North Carolina, are making sure that assisted-living residents and seniors receive a bit of holiday cheer. On Saturday, December 3, 2016, volunteers will converge on Zebulon House with […]
By Patrice Bayyan, knightdalechamber.org Across the nation and North Carolina there are key trends of technological unemployment, globalization, aging and the changing skill needs of the workforce. It opens up the question: What’s the impact? […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Nash County Sheriff Deputies are holding a series of hot dog grilling events across the county. The Nash County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) is reaching out to communities with their “Hot Dogs […]
A giveaway of free clean clothes and shoes is coming up for the Wilson County community and surrounding areas. On November 27, 2016, 8am-2pm, anyone from Wilson County and surrounding areas may come to Pender Street Park, in […]
By Jonas Silver, Town of Knightdale NC On Saturday, November 12, 2016, at 3pm, the North Carolina State Emergency Operations Center put out an immediate request for 100 FEMA Type I Engine Companies and Brush […]
So many Christmas and holiday-season offerings in Eastern North Carolina. This list covers events from the counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. Parades and tree-lighting ceremonies are listed first, then […]
By Yolanda Thigpen, ECML Edgecombe County Memorial Library is proud to host an appearance by the ECU Medical Readers’ Theatre Company. The group will be performing a dramatization of the “The Enemy” by Pearl S. Buck. […]
CreativeMindz Book Lounge is holding a Grand Opening of their Farmville, North Carolina, location alongside a chance to win a turkey for five lucky families. The Grand Opening celebration is December 6, 2016, at the CreativeMindz Farmville, […]
By Pat Wright, GroundSwell Pictures, Inc. Earthcaster, a new documentary that profiles Raleigh-based artist Thomas Sayre and his natural, massive earthen sculptures, will be screened on December 6, 2016, at 7pm. The screening will be held at […]
By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount NC Thousands of North Carolinians registered for disaster assistance since Hurricane Matthew struck, and thousands more may still be eligible. Some survivors don’t register for assistance for a variety […]
Wilson County Public Library is holding a number of programs in November and December at the main branch library. The Wilson County Public Library’s main branch is located at 249 Nash Street W, in Wilson, North Carolina. All programs […]
Braswell Memorial Library is located at 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. A variety of programs are planned for November, with a “Discover Space” theme featured on several events this month. Teen Programs November […]
Multiple events in Eastern North Carolina will honor veterans and their service to the US. While some services have already been held this past weekend, these events are coming up on Veterans Day or the […]
By Desiree Dolberry, Young Professionals of the Twin Counties aMONKst the art is a night to celebrate 20th century jazz and 20th century photography. We will recognize Rocky Mount’s native son, Thelonious Monk, a notorious […]
By Donna Campbell Smith, Franklin County Arts Council Franklin County Arts Council is holding a workshop for artists who want to apply for upcoming grant, and is designed to help them with the application. The grants are funded […]
Things to do in North Carolina this weekend. While most events listed are in the Five County Stadium area and surrounding towns, some events are in other parts of the state. The Grey Area News has attempted to confirm […]
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount On Saturday, November 12, 2016, Keep America Beautiful (KAB) of Rocky Mount, Nash and Edgecombe counties, will host a recycling event for America Recycles Day. The […]
The 7th annual Running Water Singers Powwow, postponed by Hurricane Matthew, is rescheduled to October 28-29, 2016. All are welcome to come and watch the dances, meet artists and crafters, and enjoy Native American foods. This event […]
“A Call For Support – Helping Those in Need!” Released by Patrice Bayyan and Nathan Ray, Knightdale Chamber of Commerce In the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, many towns and communities all over Eastern North Carolina are […]
Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, hosts several club which meet monthly. Come and find out what they are all about. All three clubs are free and open to the public, and there is […]
By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount The city of Rocky Mount has rescheduled the performances of “Dracula.” Based on the novel by Bram Stoker and directed by Brooke Edwards, artistic and managing director for the […]
**UPDATE: The grant application deadline has been extended to November 20, 2016.** By Jacquie Jeffers, NC Martin Luther King, Jr. Commissioner As the North Carolina Martin Luther King, Jr. Commissioner, I encourage nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations to apply now for the […]
By Donna Campbell Smith, Franklin County Arts Council The Franklin County Arts Council will be Honoring National Native American Heritage Month with presentations and Art Exhibits by Artists Pamela Wyrick Andrejev and Linda Wade Saturday, November 5, […]
By Donna Campbell Smith, Franklin County Arts Council Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) will host its November tea with writer and journalist Jane Falkner. The Afternoon Tea will be held Saturday, November 12, 2016, at 3 pm, […]
By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount In an ongoing effort to draw more residents to downtown, the city of Rocky Mount and the Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences will host a second annual […]
Groups are working in the flooded towns of North Carolina helping clean up so residents may move back into their homes. Several groups seek volunteers in Eastern NC towns. Volunteer groups have teams gathering in Goldsboro, […]
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