MARTIN MARIETTA PARK PUBLIC INPUT MEETING
New Bern Parks & Recreation will host a public input meeting on Thursday,October 22, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Martin Marietta Park Lake Shelter, located at 700 S. Glenburnie Road, to gather community input on the continued development of Martin Marietta Park. The Lake Shelter is located near the entrance to the park. Bear left at the fork in the roadway and the shelter is one-third of a mile down on your left. The meeting will focus on potential amenities and improvements for the next
Continue the Celebration with Ghostwalk: Voices of Freedom Historical Society’s 36 th Annual Favorite Returns Oct. 22-24
NEW BERN, NC Now in its 36th year, Ghostwalk is a family-friendly fall event that combines spirits from New Bern's past, talented local volunteer actors, historic sites, and a fun-filled, creative environment. For three evenings in October you’ll be able to step back in time and visit with ghosts of lively New Bernians, spirits, specters, and ordinary folks. You’ll visit 13 “ghost sites” in Cedar Grove Cemetery and on the porches of historic homes. In keeping with this year’s theme, “Voices of Freedom,
MY SISTER’S HOUSE CELEBRATES 3RD ANNIVERSARY
Tried By Fire, Inc. is pleased to invite the community to celebrate our 3rd Anniversary of My Sister’s House opening as a safe and supportive transitional home for justice- involved women. This special event, graciously hosted by the Greenbrier Home & Garden Club, is scheduled for Friday October 23, 2026, from 4pm to 6pm at 524 Roundtree Street New Bern NC. “This event is one of our quarterly ‘Meet & Greet’ opportunities to thank the donors and volunteers whose assistance and encouragement sustain My
New Bern Civic Theatre Presents ''In the Heights''
In the Heights brings the Rhythm, Heart, and Dreams of Washington Heights to the Stage!New Bern, NC - Lights up on Washington Heights! New Bern Civic Theatre (NBCT) invites audiences to experience In the Heights, the vibrant and deeply moving musical from Tony Award-winning creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, the visionary behind Hamilton.Set in the close-knit New York City neighborhood of Washington Heights, In the Heights tells a story where dreams are big, the streets are alive with music, and change is always
Do You Know History of the New Bern Fire Department?
Historical Society Lunch & Learn Dec.2 NEW BERN, NC, We hear the sirens, see the red trucks and we know the New Bern Fire Department is on the way to help. They always have, as far back as we can remember. But go farther back and see how they began. Join the New Bern Historical Society for a great lunch while learning about the origin of the firemen's museum and the beginnings of the New Bern Fire Department. On Wednesday, December 2 at 11:30am, speaker John Lewis will explore how the two earliest
CarolinaEast Health System to Host Annual Bereavement Ceremony
October 15 th Event Open to the Public at Martin Marietta Park (New Bern, NC) – CarolinaEast Health will host its 12 th Annual Pregnancy and Infant Loss Bereavement Ceremony on Thursday, October 15, at 6:30 p.m. The event is held annually to memorialize and honor the lives of babies lost through miscarriage, stillbirth, and other causes. October is recognized nationally as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, helping to raise awareness and connect families with resources and support available
United Way of Coastal Carolina Announces, “Fill the Theatre” Community Food Drive
NEW BERN, N.C. — United Way of Coastal Carolina (UWCC), in partnership with Moen and the New Bern Civic Theatre, is inviting the community to help fill the nearly 300 theatre seats with food and essential items during its inaugural Fill the Theatre Community Food Drive, November 9 and 10, 2026. The two-day event will bring together individuals, families, businesses and community organizations with one simple goal: fill the theatre with donations that will help local organizations meet basic needs in the
Habitat for Humanity of Craven County launches ‘Donate Locally, Build Our Community’ campaign
Habitat for Humanity of Craven County (HFHCC) is urging donors to put their dollars to work locally to help families realize the dream of owning a safe, affordable home. The nonprofit is launching its “Donate Locally, Build Our Community” campaign to stress the importance and community impact of local donors giving directly to HFHCC. Citizens who donate locally have the benefit of seeing their dollars at work in the community they live in, helping to build a brighter future for Craven County
AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Virginia, North Carolina & South Carolina
The American Pickers are excited to return to Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout the region in November 2026.AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find historically significant or rare items, in
McDonald assumes command at FRCE
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. – Marine Corps Col. Christopher McDonald II assumed command of Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) from Navy Capt. Randy Berti during a change of command ceremony Sept. 25. During the ceremony, Berti formally transferred authority and responsibility of the depot to McDonald in front of an audience of hundreds of FRCE employees, distinguished visitors and special guests. Berti assumed command Sept. 12, 2024, after serving as FRCE’s executive officer, the depot’s
Main Gallery: Coastal Photo Club Exhibition
Craven Arts Council & Gallery host an exhibition featuring artwork from local photography group October 2026 For the month of October, Craven Arts Council & Gallery (CAC&G) invites the public to view the Coastal Photo Club Exhibition, displaying works by local photographers of the Coastal Photo Club. On view in the Main Gallery, this exhibition features a wide array of subjects captured both national and internationally. The Coastal Photo Club Exhibition showcases the variety of styles and materials
Director’s Gallery: Mum’s the Word 2026
Craven Arts Council & Gallery hosts annual artwork competition inspired by chrysanthemums for the Mumfest downtown New Bern October 2026 Craven Arts Council & Gallery (CAC&G) is proud to present their annual exhibition in conjunction with Mumfest, Mum’s the Word, in the Director’s Gallery for the month of October. Each piece in the exhibition features chrysanthemums, with one work to be selected for the 2027 Mumfest logo. CAC&G will host a reception during the October ArtWalk from 5 – 8 pm on Friday,
Craven Arts Council & Gallery hosts a family friendly interactive art space during Mumfest!
October 2026 Downtown Sculpture Park, Corner of Middle and Broad Street Craven Arts Council & Gallery will host Art in the Park, a family-friendly arts interactive event during Mumfest. From 11 am – 4 pm, Craven Arts will host a variety of activities open to the public including welding activities, rock-painting, and their annual affordable art sale, featuring discounted art supplies, paintings, and more. Art in the Park invites attendees to participate in visual arts in Craven County in the Sculpture
Craven Arts Council & Gallery expands on their Arts in Public Places program in Havelock, NC
Saturday, October 17 th 10 am – 3 pm 103 Trader Avenue, Havelock, NC 28532 Craven Arts Council & Gallery (CAC&G) and the Havelock Cultural Arts Advisory Committee are proud to announce an upcoming mural in Havelock this fall at the Havelock Senior Citizens Center. Designed by Craven Arts and the Cultural Arts Committee, the project will feature native floral depictions and vine work extending across the front wall of the center, surrounding the title name of the facility “Havelock Senior Center”.
Fleet Readiness Center East Earns Landmark Third OSHA VPP Star Designation
Depot becomes the only NAVAIR facility to achieve Voluntary Protection Program Star status across three application areas, capping a 95% reduction in workplace injuries since 2002. MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. – Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) has earned Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star recognition from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in a third application area, becoming the only Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) facility to achieve VPP Star recognition
Craven CC to Offer Free Sensory-Safe Certification Class to Support Personal Care Providers
NEW BERN — Craven Community College will offer “Safe Spaces, Brave Faces,” a free, one-time class designed to help barbers, cosmetologists, customer service professionals and other personal care providers better serve clients with sensory sensitivities. The class will be held Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. in Orringer Auditorium. The structured, two-hour certification program will provide evidence-based, trauma-informed education focused on creating more inclusive and comfortable service
FRCE artisans lead the way in new NAVAIR development program
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. – Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) recently piloted a new leadership program for the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) enterprise, serving as the exclusive testing ground for skilled trade employee development. After months of training, FRCE celebrated the graduation of the program's first cohort Sept. 2, paving the way for a new, one-year development program that is now being offered NAVAIR-wide. As a key component of the NAVAIR Leader Development Continuum,
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Cookies to First Responders on 9/11 by New Bern Breakfast Rotary
The Annual Cookie Delivery to First Responders by the New Bern Breakfast Rotary took place on Thursday, September 10, following their regular morning meeting. “This recognition and appreciation to our local First Responders began in 2020 as a community service project initiated by our club president that year, the late Donald Masch,” explained this year’s club president Ann Super. “It is our way to Never Forget the events of 9/11 each year and to express our thanks to the local fire and police departments,
MumFest Returns to Historic Downtown New Bern October 10–11
NEW BERN, N.C. — Fall fun is returning to Downtown New Bern! MumFest, New Bern’s award-winning annual festival, returns October 10–11, 2026, bringing two days of live music, food, shopping, entertainment and family fun to the heart of historic downtown. Presented by Swiss Bear, Riverside Automotive Group and the City of New Bern, MumFest will feature more than 250 vendors showcasing handmade arts and crafts, local businesses, nonprofits and commercial exhibitors. Festivalgoers can also enjoy a wide variety
FRCE cuts ribbon on new Global TransPark facility, strengthening capacity for future growth
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. – Officials from the Department of War, Department of the Navy and the state of North Carolina cut the ribbon on a state-of-the-art repair complex at the North Carolina Global TransPark Sept. 17, significantly boosting Fleet Readiness Center East’s (FRCE) ability to deliver mission-ready aircraft to warfighters. The new facility expands FRCE’s maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities for three key defense platforms: Navy C/KC-130T Hercules, Marine
Leadership Jones Cohort 7 Launches Six-Week Academy in Pollocksville
POLLOCKSVILLE, N.C. – Leadership Jones Cohort 7 launched its six-week grassroots leadership academy Monday morning at The Filling Station, bringing Jones County residents and community leaders together under the theme “Take Your Seat at the Table.” During the opening session, Dr. Michelle Eley discussed the importance of understanding individual leadership styles. “When you understand leadership styles, you can move together in community,” Eley said. The academy will continue meeting on Mondays from
Local housing groups unite to raise over $8,000 for Habitat for Humanity of Craven County
Habitat for Humanity of Craven County has been chosen to receive a grant from the North Carolina REALTORS Housing Foundation (NCRHF) to support local housing initiatives. HFHCC was notified on August 18 that the nonprofit was selected to receive a Matching Grant from NCRHF on behalf of the Neuse River Region Association of REALTORS (NRRAR) in the amount of $3,840. “Your work in addressing community housing needs is vital, and we look forward to partnering with you on your initiative,” the notification
Continue the Celebration with Ghostwalk: Voices of Freedom Historical Society’s 36th Annual Favorite
NEW BERN, NCNow in its 36th year, Ghostwalk is a family-friendly fall event that combines spirits from New Bern's past, talented local volunteer actors, historic sites, and a fun-filled, creative environment. For three evenings in October you’ll be able to step back in time and visit with ghosts of lively New Bernians, spirits, specters, and ordinary folks. You’ll visit 13 “ghost sites” in Cedar Grove Cemetery and on the porches of historic homes. In keeping with this year’s theme, “Voices of Freedom,
PJi Launches Nationwide ISO-Compliant Calibration Lab for Aviation & Industrial Customers
Pilot John International® (PJi®), a global leader in aviation ground support equipment and tooling solutions, is proud to announce the opening of its dedicated Calibration Lab in Eastern NC. This state-of-the-art facility is now providing ISO/IEC 17025-accredited calibration servicesfor a wide range of electronic, mechanical, pressure, force, and temperature instruments – supporting customers across aviation, manufacturing, energy, medical, education, and more. Strategically located in New Bern, NC,
