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International Food and Music Festival 2016, Wendell NC.
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Enjoy International Food and Music in Wendell NC

August 20, 2016 Kay Whatley

Originally published August 1, 2016; new poster added (below) on August 20, 2016. The 2016 International Food and Music Festival planning is underway. Shirts have been designed, raffle tickets printed, and entertainment and vendors are […]

Dasan Ahanu will facilitate the poetry workshop in August 2016. Source: Donna Campbell Smith, Franklin County Arts Council, Franklinton NC.
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Franklin County NC Poetry Workshop Facilitated by Dasan Ahanu

August 18, 2016 Donna Campbell Smith

By Donna Campbell Smith, Assistant Coordinator, Franklin County Arts Council Franklin County Arts Council’s Diversity Team will sponsor a poetry workshop titled “Finding the Words-Making Them Work” with facilitator, Dasan Ahanu. The workshop is scheduled for […]

Centennial banner showing Mount Mitchell. Source: Norch Carolina State Parks, ncparks.gov.
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Centennial Celebration at Mount Mitchell State Park on August 27-28

August 18, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Charlie Peek, ncparks.gov North Carolina State Parks will hold its second Signature Centennial Celebration August 27-28, 2016, at Mount Mitchell State Park– the site where the 100-year history of the state’s system of protected lands for […]

Source: Colorado State Fair and Rodeo, Pueblo CO, www.coloradostatefair.com.
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Colorado State Fair to Include Free Entertainment

August 18, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Christi Lightcap, state.co.us The Colorado State Fair kicks off next week with a wide variety of free events that are sure to please every fair goer. Free opportunities include: The Agricultural Pavilion, presented by […]

Source: Bringing it Home documentary movie site, bringingithomemovie.com.
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“Dinner & A Movie” Industrial Hemp Educational Events by Vance-Granville Community College

August 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Vance-Granville Community College invites the public to learn about the state’s new Industrial Hemp Program through movie screenings and discussions, organized with the NC Industrial Hemp Association. The free “Dinner and a Movie” events includes the film, Bringing it […]

Oxford NC Hot Sauce Contest 2016 logo
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Oxford NC Hot Sauce Contest is Sept. 10

August 16, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Get your taste buds to Oxford, North Carolina, for the annual Hot Sauce Contest! Check out some of the fiery foods NC has to offer, and enjoy all the music, entertainment, […]

2016 Tar River Festival logo
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Tar River Festival is Sept. 10

August 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The annual Tar River Festival will this year include the usual fun activities, plus a food truck rodeo, local vendors, a 5K run, and a little bit of learning with the […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — August 12-14

August 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

Many things to do in North Carolina this weekend. Note that multi-day events are listed under the first date. While most events listed are in the Five County Stadium area and surrounding towns, some events are in […]

Chive photo by Two Frog, Columbia Falls MT.
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Get a Little Herbal Education in Your Kitchen

August 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

Growing fresh herbs is becoming more popular, as is learning survivalist-type skills for gleaning food from nature. A new online training option gives people across the US insights into preparing herbs and weeds for consumption. A Montana […]

Kirah Van Sickle “Guard Stand #2”. Source: Mary Bradley, WHQR.
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Enjoy Art, Food, and Wine at Wilmington Opening Reception

August 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

WHQR Announces New Show Opening at the MC Erny Gallery at WHQR Released by Mary Bradley, WHQR Gallery Coordinator & Development Director There is no reality, there is only perception. Artists Candy Pegram and Kirah Van […]

Bluegrass Island Festival location at Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo NC. Source: Google Maps.
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Festival Offers Live Music on NC Bluegrass Island

August 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

Enjoy live Bluegrass from more than a dozen bands and artists on an island park just off the coast of North Carolina. Smell the sea air, sit by the water, or settle onto the grass near the stage and […]

Redress 2016 Fashion Show poster. Source: Redress Raleigh NC.
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Planet-friendly Fashion Show Selling Out Fast

August 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Redress Fashion Show organizers announced August 10, 2016, that their Raleigh fashion show tickets are 75% sold. To come and watch the show, people are urged to get tickets now for this eco-conscious event. The annual Redress Fashion […]

Source: Vance County Regional Fair Facebook, Henderson NC.
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Vance County Regional Fair is August 31-Sept 5

August 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Vance County Regional Fair will bring rides, food, family fun, and tasty foods. This county fair returns for six days, August 31-September 5, 2016. Come to the Vance County Fairground, located at 1427 E Andrews […]

Poster for 2016 Organicfest, Asheville NC.
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Asheville NC’s 2016 Organicfest is August 28

August 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Debi Athos, organicfest.org Everyone is invited to attend the 15th Organicfest celebration on Sunday, August 28, 2016, 10am-6pm, for a festive day filled with live music by local entertainers such as Kendra Warren, Sheri […]

The New World Festival of the Arts is August 17-18, 2016. Credit: Artist Joseph Craig English image, released by the Dare County Arts Council, Manteo NC.
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Dare County Arts Festival Coming up August 17-18

August 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

Celebrating its 35th year, The New World Festival of the Arts will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, and Thursday, August 18, 2016, on the waterfront in downtown Manteo, North Carolina. The New World […]

A scene from the 2015 Dogtoberfest in the Town of Knightdale. Source/Copyright: All rights reserved by Knightdale NC.
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Knightdale’s 2nd Annual Dogtoberfest Seeking Vendors, Sponsors

August 8, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Megan Thornton, Recreation Program Supervisor, Town of Knightdale Dogtoberfest returns on October 22, 2016, noon-3pm, at Knightdale’s Ashley Wilder Dog Park. Organizers are accepting vendor and sponsor applications now. The event is scheduled for Ashley Wilder […]

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“Learn and Network” on Wednesdays with the Business Alliance of NC

August 8, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Sheyenne Kreamer The Business Alliance of NC (BANC) announces their series, “Next Steps to Better Living!” This is an educational and networking series produced by the BANC Health & Wellness Team! Attend and you will be learning […]

The CherryArts Festival at Stanley is September 16-18, 2016, at Stanley Marketplace, Aurora CO. Source: CherryArts.org.
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CherryArts Festival at Stanley Returns Sept. 16-18

August 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

National Art and Local Flavor at Stanley Marketplace Opening Night Ticketed Special Event, Free to the Public September 17-18 with Art, Cooking Demos, and Entertainment Released by Stephanie H. Blake, Ph.D., APR, blakecommunications.com CherryArts Festival at Stanley, […]

The crowd enjoying a Town of Knightdale outdoor movie screening. Source: Thomas Walls and Megan Thornton, knightdalenc.gov.
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Free Family Movie Series in Knightdale Starts on August 26

August 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

As you’re packing up your blanket and lawn chairs, and rounding up friends/family, a crew is setting up an inflatable screen and preparing the concession stand. A PTA group is organizing the concession stand. Parks […]

Herbs shown growing in a garden (Country Doctor Museum herb garden in Bailey NC). Photo: Nadia Ethier.
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Symposium Covers Growing, Using, and Cooking with Herbs

August 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Herbs serve many uses, from remedies to flavoring. An upcoming Master Gardener event in Clinton NC offers attendees a chance to learn about growing herbs and using them. The Sampson County Herb Symposium is Saturday, September 10, […]

Ron Hines at Special Olympics NC Over the Edge (black shirt). Source: Special Olympics North Carolina.
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Over the Edge Superhero Supporting Special Olympics Event in Raleigh

August 2, 2016 Kay Whatley

Adventure Seekers will Rappel 30-story Building on September 30 and October 1, 2016, Superhero Raising Funds Released by Rachel McQuiston (Special Olympics North Carolina) and Robert B Butler (NCPressRelease.org) Superhero Ron Hines will be there when […]

Loose on the Neuse is July 23, 2016. Source: Upper Neuse Riverkeeper, Raleigh NC.
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Hundreds Expected to Converge for Neuse River Clean-Up

July 21, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Matthew Starr, Upper Neuse Riverkeeper There will be hundreds of people kayaking and canoeing down the Neuse River this Saturday to rid the waterway of trash, according to clean water advocates. “Loose on the Neusse is […]

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Harm Reduction Conference in Jamestown NC

July 19, 2016 Kay Whatley

Conference on Integrating Harm Reduction into Existing Service Provisions On August 11, 2016, a harm reduction conference is offered for workers and residents of North Carolina interested in helping reduce drug overdoses in the state. Held at Castle […]

2016 1st Fridays on the Lawn run July through October in Wilson NC. Source: wilsonnc.org.
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Next Wilson NC First Fridays on the Lawn is August 5

July 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

From July to October, join the fun in Historic Downtown Wilson NC for First Fridays on the Lawn, a free community concert offering music diversity alongside family entertainment and educational opportunities. Residents of the Wilson community come […]

Rockin' Classic Auto Expo returns to Rocky Mount NC. Source: www.downtownrockymount.com.
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Rockin’ Classic Rolls into Downtown Rocky Mount on July 30

July 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Tameka Kenan-Norman, rockymountnc.gov For the fifth consecutive year, the Rockin’ Classic Auto & Motorcycle Expo is set to cruise into the city of Rocky Mount NC. On July 30, 2016, beginning at 10am on Main […]

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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 […]

Mutual UFO Network.
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MUFON-NC Comes to Raleigh NC on August 13

June 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

August Meeting Invites Triangle Guests and Ufologists Released by Lakita Adams, State Director MUFON-NC The Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) North Carolina chapter is coming to Raleigh NC for their August quarterly meeting!  The group meets regularly to discuss UFO […]

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 […]

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An altar constructed of salt in the Wieliczka salt mines. Source: US Central Intelligence Agency library.
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The Strange-ness: Speleotherapy

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By Kay Whatley, Editor There is a salt-mine-based respiratory therapy called Speleotherapy. The therapy basically involves breathing while inside a salt cave or salt mine. The salty, dry air retards the growth of bacteria, and salt […]

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