Conquer the New Bern Historical Society’s 6 th Annual History Quest, Sept. 26 Be Better Than the Average Bear!
NEW BERN, NC Expect lots of fun as you test your sleuthing skills in this sixth annual family friendly outdoor history hunt! On Saturday Sept 26 starting at 10am, teams will gather at New Bern Battlefield Park to receive their clues to a series of quests. Hop in your car and follow the clues to find historical places in and around New Bern. In this year’s event, you’ll find a whole new slate of clues and places to discover. You’ll be amazed at what you’ll learn about our past! Teams can start any time after
Living History Day at Battlefield Park September 5th
What was it like in 1862? NEW BERN, NC, Have you ever wondered what life was like in your great-grandfather’s time? Here is an opportunity to find out. Join us as uniformed re-enactors from the 5th and 7th NC Infantry Regiments will set up a full period camp at New Bern Battlefield Park Saturday, September 5th. It will be open to the public at no charge, from 8am to 4pm. Both Union and Confederate soldiers will be in camp. Visitors will be able to view several demonstrations and displays including a
The Harlowe Patriots: Fourteen Free Men of Color Who Fought in the Revolutionary War
NEW BERN, NC, It's a little known but important piece of American history: black soldiers fighting against the British in the Revolutionary War. It's estimated that 5,000 black soldiers served on the Patriot side during the Revolution, which lasted from 1775 to 1783.Fourteen free men of color from the Harlowe community of Havelock fought in key battles of the war, with General George Washington leading the fight for independence. They answered the call when their country needed them. Learn more about these
Epiphany School's ''Faith in Action'' Kicks Off School Year Through Community Service
NEW BERN, N.C. — While many schools spend the first week of the year settling into classrooms, students at The Epiphany School of Global Studies begin by stepping into the community. On Thursday, August 20, every Epiphany student will participate in Faith in Action, the school's annual day of service and one of the signature experiences of Odyssey Week, the first three days of the academic year designed to immerse students in Epiphany's commitment to faith, scholarship, and global citizenship. Rather than
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FRCE conducts first on-site HH-60W Jolly Green II repair
Samantha Morse Fleet Readiness Center East MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. – An unplanned repair on an Air Force search-and-rescue helicopter is providing Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) with the opportunity to refine its HH-60W maintenance skills before the depot begins planned maintenance on the aircraft platform later this year. While FRCE is slated to begin inducting HH-60W Jolly Green II aircraft for depot-level maintenance overhauls in September at its new facility at the North
Craven CC, Appalachian State University create new transfer pathway for Health Sciences students
NEW BERN — Craven Community College (Craven CC) has signed an articulation agreement with Appalachian State University (ASU) that creates a streamlined transfer pathway for graduates of select Associate in Applied Science (AAS) programs in Health Sciences to earn a Bachelor of Science. Effective July 1, 2026, the agreement allows eligible Craven graduates to transfer into ASU's Health Sciences program with junior standing, building on the skills and knowledge gained through their associate
Craven CC receives $32K AHIMA Foundation grant to support Health Information Technology students
NEW BERN — Craven Community College's (Craven CC) Health Information Technology (HIT) program has been awarded a $32,356 grant from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Foundation. The competitive grant recognizes Craven CC's commitment to preparing the next generation of health information professionals and advancing the mission of improving health through education. "Our goal has always been to remove barriers to student success while preparing graduates to meet the
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Craven County Partners In Education and Books-A-Million Launch Book Purchasing Program for Pre-K through Grade 5 Classrooms
Partners In Education (PIE) is proud to partner once again with New Bern’s Books-A-Million (BAM) to offer our community an opportunity to support literacy in Craven County Schools. From July 19 through August 16, 2026, community members can visit Books-A-Million at 3005 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. to purchase books for Craven County Schools’ classrooms through the annual Book Purchasing Program. Abi Hopkins, General Manager at Books-A-Million, emphasizes the impact of the initiative: “The
Main Gallery: 2026 Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition
August & September 2026 Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present their signature biennial exhibition, the 2026 Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition. This exhibition features over 100 artworks out of over 400 entries, carefully curated by this year’s juror, Ben Billingsley, from the Cameron Art Museum. The exhibition highlights work from 22 states and includes paintings, printmaking, ceramics, photography, woodworking and much more. Artwork selected for the exhibition falls into 5 distinct
Director’s Gallery – New Bern – Beyond the Ordinary
Craven Arts Council & Gallery hosts group exhibition from local artist workspace Laceleaf Studio & Company Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to host a group exhibition featuring artists from Laceleaf Studios for the month of August. On display in the Director’s Gallery, New Bern – Beyond the Ordinary will feature diverse paintings thematically focusing on ordinary findings in the city of New Bern. An open reception for this exhibition will be held at Artwalk on August 14th from 5 – 8pm at Bank of the
Call for poetry: Ekphrastic Poetry Competition
Craven Arts Council & Gallery hosts an open call for poetry submissions inspired by signature exhibition Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to announce the return of the Ekphrasis Poetry Competition, inspired by the works of their signature biennial exhibition, 2026 Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition. This competition features an international open call for submissions of original poems inspired by the artwork in the exhibition. No prior experience required and all ages are welcome to apply
John Moore Film Screening Local Racial Conciliation Coalition presents Film Screening on John Moore
The Forward Together Coalition is proud to present a film screening on the lynching of Dover native, John Moore, on Saturday, August 29th at 3:30 pm at the West New Bern Recreation Center located at 1225 Pinetree Dr, New Bern, NC. The coalition will present a 10-minute film created by local filmmaker Francine Robinson, following the NAACP Luncheon Fundraiser at the Elks Lodge providing an opportunity to showcase the film in a community setting. The film screening is free and open to the public, however
Craven County Partners In Education Announces Stuff the Bus Event with Title Partners B/S/H/ Home Appliances & Staples of New Bern
Craven County Partners In Education (PIE) will be hosting their Annual Stuff the Bus Event on Saturday, August 15 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot of Staples at 3230 Dr. M.L.K. Jr. Blvd. PIE president Brandy Popp announced that B/S/H/ Home Appliances and Staples will be the Title Partners for the 21st Annual Stuff the Bus. Both organizations share PIE’s mission to start our students back to school on the road to success with the necessary school supplies. This is B/S/H/ Home Appliances
Notice of the 2026-2027 Meetings of the Board of Trustees of Craven Community College
NEW BERN – Pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes Section 143-318.12 and Craven Community College Board of Trustees Bylaws and Policies, notice is hereby given for the Board of Trustees meeting schedule. The Board of Trustees of Craven Community College will meet eight times during fiscal year 2026-2027 at 5:30 pm in the Ward Boardroom of the Brock Administration Building on the New Bern Campus, unless otherwise noted. Meetings are scheduled as follows: Aug. 18, 2026Sept.15, 2026*Oct. 20,
Community Leaders Recognized by New Bern Breakfast Rotary
The New Bern Breakfast Rotary recognized two community leaders at their Annual Installation Dinner on June 25. These awards follow nominations from Rotary members each year to select professionals in the nonprofit and business sectors in our community who represent one of Rotary International’s seven Areas Of Focus. Amanda Delgado, Executive Director of the Coastal Center for Hope & Healing was presented the 2026 Community Leader - Nonprofit Sector Award by newly elected club President, Ann Super in
CCC and ECU sign agreement guaranteeing admission for graduates of 10 technical programs
GREENVILLE — Craven Community College (Craven CC) and East Carolina University (ECU) have signed a new partnership agreement creating a seamless transfer pathway for students pursuing bachelor's degrees in industrial technology. Signed June 29 at ECU's Science and Technology Building, the agreement guarantees admission to eligible Craven CC graduates who complete one of 10 approved Associate in Applied Science (AAS) programs and meet program-specific admission requirements. The partnership provides
NEW PRESIDENT AND BOARD INSTALLED FOR NEW BERN BREAKFAST ROTARY CLUB
Rotary District 7720 Governor Brownie Futrell installed Ann Super as president of the New Bern Breakfast Rotary Club for the 2026–27 Rotary year during the club’s 41st annual installation dinner on June 25 at the Chelsea Restaurant. A Rotarian for nine years, Ann joined the Breakfast Rotary after moving from Pennsylvania in 2022. She currently serves as District 7720 CART Chair, leading an adjunct Rotary program that raises funds for Alzheimer’s research, and is a Certified Facilitator with the Rotary
August Reign of Terror, 1781 Historian Dennis Harper at Lunch & Learn August 27
NEW BERN, NC, Join the New Bern Historical Society for Lunch & Learn at 11:30am on Thursday, August 27 at Carolina Colours Pavilion as they host author and historian Dennis Harper to learn about this frightening time in our history. On January 28, 1781, Maj. James H. Craig, with his British forces, captured the town of Wilmington. His mission was to establish a supply base for Lt. Gen. Charles Cornwallis’s army as they continued their southern campaign into North Carolina. Major Craig’s most notable
Craven Arts Council & Gallery accepting grant applications
Craven Arts Council & Gallery is now accepting applications for North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program grants through 5:00 pm August 31, 2026. Since 1977, The North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences. Using a per capita based formula, the program provides funding for the arts in all 100 counties of the state through partnerships with local arts councils. Craven Arts Council & Gallery serves as the North
Craven Arts seeks applications for the NC Arts Council Artist Support Grants
Craven Arts Council & Gallery seeks applications for Artist Support Grants for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The deadline to apply is September 11th , 2026. These grants support artists in all disciplines with funding for projects that will have a significant impact on the advancement of their professional artistic careers. The Artist Support Grant program is managed through a partnership with Craven Arts Council to serve artists in Craven, Carteret, Jones, Lenoir, Onslow, and Pamlico counties. Funding is
Relentless Resilience Workshop Series - Rebuild Strength from the Inside Out
Relentless Resilience Workshop Series - Rebuild Strength from the Inside Out Life can knock you down—but it doesn’t get the final word. Hesed Place invites the community to Relentless Resilience, a trauma-informed, six-part workshop series led by award-winning speaker Tah’Ron Cannon of Committed to Progressing Forward LLC. This series helps participants build real-life resilience—learning how to adapt, recover, and move forward through adversity, trauma, and uncertainty.A Flexible, Six-Part Resilience
