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Yoga in the gallery. Source: Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences, Rocky Mount NC.
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Rocky Mount, NC: Imperial Centre Arts Education Programs for Spring 2020

February 3, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Sign up now for Imperial Centre’s Spring arts classes and workshops. Programs are available for all ages, with teaching artists offering beginner and advanced workshops. The majority of these programs are held in the Arts […]

The Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences, Rocky Mount NC. It is located on the former sites of the Imperial Tobacco Company and old city library. Source: imperialcentre.org.
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Rocky Mount, NC: Imperial Centre Fall Arts Programs

September 1, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

It’s time for the Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences’ Fall arts classes and workshops. New to the arts or have experience? There is something for everyone — kids, adults, and families. Come experiment […]

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Wilson County Library Summer Reading and Programs

May 31, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Founded in 1939, the Wilson County Public Library engages the community and enhances the minds of all ages with programs, lectures, classes, and entertainment. Upcoming programs, along with 2019 summer reading information, may be found […]

The Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences, Rocky Mount NC. It is located on the former sites of the Imperial Tobacco Company and old city library. Source: imperialcentre.org.
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Upcoming Arts and Community Events at Rocky Mount’s Imperial Centre

October 29, 2017 Guest Author or Contributor

By Tracy Grosner, Rocky Mount Parks and Recreation The Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences a series of community events, workshops, and arts classes coming up, both free and low cost. Unless otherwise noted, these […]

East RegionalLibrary in Knightdale NC. Photo Source: WakeGOV.
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May Programs and Services at Knightdale NC Library

May 10, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Brandy L. Hamilton, East Regional Library For May, East Regional Library offers services and age-appropriate programs. Get job assistance or attend an event at the East Regional Library, part of the Wake County Public Libraries system, is […]

Youth First poll map. Source: Lincoln Mondy, BerlinRosen.
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Majority of Americans Favor Keeping Youth Out of Prisons

February 13, 2017 Kay Whatley

New Poll Shows Strong Support for Community-Based Alternatives to Incarceration to Rehabilitate Youth By Lincoln Mondy, Berlin Rosen A new poll released February 13, 2017, by Youth First shows that 78 percent of Americans favor keeping young […]

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Adult Programs Offered at Knightdale NC Library

January 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Brandy Hamilton East Regional Library holds adult classes on topics ranging from fitness to finance to fun. Some events require registration, while others are walk-in events. All are scheduled for East Regional Library, located […]

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Youth Programs Upcoming at East Regional Library

December 30, 2015 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Brandy Hamilton Listed below are just a few of the child and teen programs taking place throughout January 2016 at East Regional Library, located at 946 Steeple Square Court, in Knightdale NC. Storytimes Baby Storytime […]

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    Selma, NC: CommUNITY Day Slated for Mar. 13
    March 6, 2021
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    Farmers Markets Openings Soon, Several Open on Mar. 5 or 6, 2021
    March 4, 2021
  • Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park. Photo: Kay Whatley, The Grey Area News
    Vendors: Apply Now for 2021 Wilson, NC Farmers & Artisan Market
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    February 24, 2021
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    February 24, 2021
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    February 8, 2021
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Croc Day Classic glow-in-the-dark. Source: Crocs, Inc.
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The-Strangeness: Crocs Gets “Lit” for #CrocDay on Oct. 23

October 23, 2019

Crocs, Inc. continues its annual Croctober celebration by partnering with premier streetwear brand Pizzaslime to deliver their latest, limited-edition, glow-in-the-dark version of the Classic Clog for Croc Day on Wednesday, October 23, 2019. National Croc Day was […]

Barn owl. Source: NC Wildlife. Credit Peter K. Burian
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NC Wildlife Seeks Public’s Help in Barn Owl Sightings and Nest Box Placement

August 2, 2019

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is asking the public to report any sightings of barn owls to the agency. Commission biologists are seeking barn owl observations to help them learn more about habitat needs […]

Hug Huddle artist Stuart Semple. Source: DPAC
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Artist Plans “Hug Huddle” Art Event in London and Denver

March 13, 2018

By Kay Whatley, Editor Do you feel like you could use a hug? How about a hug that connects people across the globe? On Monday, March 26, 2018, British artist Stuart Semple is inviting the public […]

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