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Wilson County, NC: Library Programs for January 2021

December 21, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Wilson County Public Library engages the community and enhances the minds of all ages with programs, lectures, classes, and entertainment. Programs in January 2021 cover a variety of topics, designed for different age groups as […]

Wilson Idol 2020 Virtual Talent Show
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Shirley Caesar and Past Winners to Perform at Virtual Wilson Idol on Nov. 1

October 7, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Wilson Idol will be noncompetitive this year, instead virtually presenting the Legendary Winners from the Wilson Idol contests 2013-19 and other special guests. Internationally acclaimed Pastor Shirley Caesar, recognized worldwide as The Queen of Gospel, […]

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Wilson County Public Library Online Programs Planned for Oct. 2020

September 20, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Join Wilson County Public Library online in October for fun, spooky, and crafty programs for all ages.  All programs will be accessible via the library’s Facebook and YouTube channels, unless otherwise specified. Seasonal and Halloween […]

14oz kombucha bottle for Lenny Boy Brewing, to be manufactured at Ardagh's Wilson, NC facility. Source: Ardagh Group
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Wilson, NC Glass Manufacturing Facility to Supply Kombucha Bottles for Charlotte-based Brewery

July 23, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Ardagh Group partners with Lenny Boy Brewing Co. to supply locally-made glass kombucha bottles Ardagh Group, Glass–North America, a business unit of Ardagh Group, has partnered with Lenny Boy Brewing Co. to introduce a new […]

Wrenn's Farm strawberries at a farmers market. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Nash and Franklin County Farmers Markets, Other Nearby Markets, Open July 24 or 25

July 23, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and markets will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items in: Friday: Louisburg and Whitakers, North Carolina Saturday: Clayton, Goldsboro, Rocky […]

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Wilson County Public Library Programs at Wilson, NC and Branch Libraries in March 2020

March 1, 2020 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library offers programs for at the Main Library in Wilson, North Carolina, its five branch libraries, plus Bookmobile access. Digital literacy classes take place at five branch locations.  See Mail Library and […]

Amanda Gardner of WCPL with the Makerspace 3D printer. Photo: Kay Whatley
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New STEAM “Makerspace” Open at the Wilson County, NC Main Library

February 6, 2020 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Recent grant awards to Wilson County Public Library (WCPL) have funded creation of a new Makerspace on the second floor of the Main Library, and new resources for youth programs. Grants […]

Stage Manager Bella Johnson during Mamma Mia rehearsal. Source: Bobbi Jo Bone, Playhouse of Wilson, Wilson, North Carolina
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Wilson, NC: Audience Invited to Dress-up for Mamma Mia “Theme Nights”

February 5, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

During  two upcoming Mamma Mia performances, The Playhouse of Wilson has set themes to encourage ticket-holders to dress for the 1970s or as their favorite celebrity. Theme nights will be: March 7, 2020 @ 7:30pm […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Programs for February 2020

January 29, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Wilson County Public Library offers programs for at the Main Library in Wilson, North Carolina, its five branch libraries, plus Bookmobile access. Check out the library’s incredible line-up of Black History Month programs for […]

Pam Strickland shares sobering details of human trafficking in North Carolina. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Red Flags & More Taught at “Human Trafficking 101” Workshop in Wilson, NC

January 27, 2020 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor On January 15, 2020, I attended a workshop titled Human trafficking 101 in Wilson, North Carolina. Instructed by Pam Strickland, founder of NC Stop Human Trafficking, this free workshop covered the devastating […]

Clarence Henderson to speak at event February 2, 2020. Source: Jacquie Jeffers, State of NC Martin Luther King, Jr. Commissioner
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Clarence Henderson to Speak at Wilson, NC Church’s Black History Month Event on Feb. 2

January 24, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

On Sunday, February 2, 2020, the St. John AME Zion Church in Wilson, North Carolina will hold an event in celebration of Black History, with speaker Clarence Henderson, Civil Rights pioneer. The event will begin […]

Mamma Mia poster. Source: Bobbi Jo Bone, The Playhouse of Wilson (NC)
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Wilson, NC: Tickets Available for “Mamma Mia” Performances in March 2020

January 17, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  The Playhouse of Wilson will present their second show of the season, Mamma Mia, directed by Caleb J Skinner and Patricia K Bradshaw. Mamma Mia is about young Sophie about to get married. This […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Programs for January 2020

December 27, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

  Wilson County Public Library staff have planned a robust program lineup to kick off the New Year! Wilson County Public Library received a Library Services and Technology Grant Act (LSTA) EZ Grant for Digital […]

A Soulful Christmas Celebration 2019. Source: Vision Community Theatre Group, Inc.
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Wilson, NC Theatre Group Free “A Soulful Christmas Celebration” is Dec. 8

November 20, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

On Sunday, December 8, 2019, 4-6pm, a free music event, A Soulful Christmas Celebration 2019, will be held in Wilson, North Carolina. This concert by Vision Community Theatre Group will provide an evening of beautiful […]

Mamma Mia poster. Source: Bobbi Jo Bone, The Playhouse of Wilson (NC)
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Auditions for “Mamma Mia” in Wilson, NC Set for Dec. 9-10

November 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

By Bobbi Jo Bone, The Playhouse of Wilson Read all about it!  The Playhouse of Wilson is at it again.  Our second show of the season is Mamma Mia.  Auditions will be held at the […]

Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park. Photo: Kay Whatley, The Grey Area News
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Whirligigs, Movies, Food, and Festivities This Fall in Wilson, NC

October 25, 2019 Kay Whatley

There’s a little bit of everything going on this Fall in downtown Wilson, North Carolina. Activities relating to Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park and the Whirligig Festival means that — in addition to the whirling going […]

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Rocky Mount Police Department will House IBIS Technology Regional System

October 22, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Rocky Mount Police Department has taken the lead on a new initiative to address gun violence with its ballistic identification technology. The department is now home to IBIS (Integrated Ballistic Identification System). Neighboring agencies who […]

Author Dr. Tiffany D. Tyson with Book 1: Billy the Bully. Source:  Tyson Multimedia Inc.
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Wilson, NC Author Dr. Tiffany D. Tyson Releases “Patti Fix-it: A Series of Children’s Books”

October 10, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Book tells how one young girl creates a positive change in a tense situation at the neighborhood playground Dr. Tiffany D. Tyson’s entire life has been very productive in creating fair opportunities for women. Her […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Announces October Programs

September 26, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Wilson County Public Library offers programs for all ages at the Main Library, its five branch libraries, plus Bookmobile access during October 2019. Founded in 1939, the Wilson County Public Library engages the community and […]

Source: Deans Farm Market, Wilson, North Carolina
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Wilson, NC: Deans Farm Market “Fall Fest” Kick-off is Sept. 28

September 12, 2019 Kay Whatley

Deans Farm Market is holding their annual Fall Fest on Saturday, September 28, 2019, 10am-4pm. Located in Wilson County, Deans Farm Market is a farm stand, playground, meal maker, and frequently a fun place for […]

Source: St John AME Zion Church, Wilson, NC
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Wilson Historic Church to Hold 3 Unique Events

August 14, 2019 Kay Whatley

St John AME Zion Church in Wilson, North Carolina, for its 151st Anniversary, has planned several music-oriented events for the remainder of 2019. The public is invited to join their August Women in White, September […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Programs for May 2019

April 30, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Wilson County Public Library will offer a variety of programs for all ages at the Main Library and Branches in May 2019. With questions about the library, call 252.237.5355 or visit www.wilsoncountypubliclibrary.org. Main Library Programs […]

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Wilson County Late March and April Library Programs Announced

March 18, 2019 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library will offer a variety of programs for all ages at the Main Library and Branches in April 2019, as well as the addition of an English/Spanish bilingual storytime on March 26, […]

Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child play flyer-small. Source: Dr. Mildred Summerville
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Wilson Playwright’s Creation to Be Performed in Charlotte Aug. 10

March 5, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Tall One Outreach Ministries presents the Award-winning Gospel Stage Play, “Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child” Part 2, written and produced by Dr. Mildred Summerville and directed by Trina Jeffrie (AKA Sister Cantaloupe), to be performed […]

Black History Month Celebration flyer. Source: Sweetriches, Wilson, NC
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Celebrate Black History at Wilson, NC Free Event

February 1, 2019 Kay Whatley

Get ready for an entertainment-filled evening in Wilson, North Carolina, as the nonprofit Love One Another Sisterhood, Inc. hosts a free Black History Month Celebration. Come and enjoy a night of music, poetry, dance, and acting […]

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“Voices~ The Struggles, The Faith, The Hope” in Wilson NC on Feb. 23

January 9, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Related Essay Contest is Accepting Submissions Now until Feb. 1, 2019 Vision Community Theatre Group will celebrate Black History Month with a special performance entitled, VOICES~ The Struggles, The Faith, The Hope. An essay contest […]

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Wilson County Public Library Programs for January 2019

December 13, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Do your New Year’s resolutions include spending more time at the library? Kick off the new year with Wilson County Public Library free programs and special events in January 2019. Main Library hours are Monday-Wednesday 9am-9pm; and […]

Source: Ray Shell
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Community Arts Group to Hold 8th Anniversary Celebration on Dec. 8

November 30, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

By Ray Shell Dulamaes and Taip Lab present a celebration of eight years with The Real Friends of the Barn on Saturday, December 8, 2018, starting at 7pm. The celebration will be held at The […]

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