North Carolina residents and visitors alike may explore a variety of historical locations throughout Eastern NC and across the state. One such historic site dedicated to North Carolina’s Native American heritage is Town Creek Indian Mound. Archaeologists have worked […]
By Crystal Sessoms, Edgecombe County Memorial Library Join the fun with a “Tar River Christmas 2016” — a Musical Winter Event with Stocks Elementary — at the Edgecombe County Memorial Library! On December 8, 2016, enjoy music, […]
By Donna Campbell Smith Jackie Dove-Miller wrote her first story when she was in the third grade. She says they were given a picture of a girl with an ice-cream cone behind her back, and […]
The Nashville Chamber of Commerce invites local residents and public servants to join its members for a cup of coffee on the first Friday of each month. The final “First Friday Coffee” of the year is Friday, […]
MONDAY, NOV. 21, 2016 By Annie Baggett, NCDA&CS Farms across the state are opening up to visitors for the holidays, offering choose-and-cut Christmas trees, winter hayrides, visits with Santa and other fun activities. “Agritourism is a […]
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 […]
Edited by Kay Whatley Blue Sphere Corporation, an international Independent Power Producer (IPP) announced November 23, 2016, that the Anaerobic Digestion facility that it has been developing in Charlotte, North Carolina, has received confirmation that Duke Energy […]
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 Mitch Amiano Just north of Charlotte lies a magical land of costumed characters and live entertainment on over 30 acres of former farmland in the town of Huntersville. Open in the Fall months from […]
By Kay Whatley This morning, as I pondered the upcoming holiday and the plight of displaced North Carolina residents, I opened Facebook to check for any new free Thanksgiving dinner announcements. Instead, I saw this Bible […]
One Medicine Symposium Returns for 13th Year Dr. Anna Allen, NCDA&CS Emergency Programs Division Veterinarians, physicians and other health professionals will gather in Durham next month to learn more about the intersection of human and animal […]
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? […]
Grants Selected will Support Agricultural Research, Marketing By Sarah Pearce, NCDA&CS Specialty Crop Block Grant Program The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services awarded 11 federally funded specialty-crop block grants for 2016, covering agricultural […]
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 […]
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, […]
Rocky Mount Station — actually named the Helen P. Gay Rocky Mount Historic Train Station — was originally built and opened in 1893. Over the years, the station has been part of the Wilmington and Weldon Railroad, the […]
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 Mary Angela Harmon Meetings of the Triad “Murder We Write” writers’ group are offering expert presentations — free and open to all writers in all genres — as a public service. Murder We Write programs are organized […]
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 […]
47 Films to Screen November 19 & 20, 2016, at The ArtsCenter By Nic Beery, beerymedia.com Now in its eleventh year, The Carrboro Film Festival will feature many shorts, and nine features. Tickets are on sale now, […]
Released by Allie Ryan, fsis.usda.gov OSI Industries, LLC, a Fort Atkinson, Wis. establishment, is recalling approximately 21,403 pounds of chicken products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection […]
Fifth Annual “Bull City Food & Beer Experience” to Benefit the Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association By Suzanne Golden, Golden Relations The Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) is partnering again with Tyler’s Restaurant & Taproom and Sam’s […]
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 […]
By Gina Kay Honosky, Taylorsville Apple Festival, Inc. Get ready for three days of shopping and getting into the holiday spirit with the second annual Old Fashioned Christmas event in Taylorsville, North Carolina (Alexander County). Old Fashioned Christmas is […]
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 […]
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