CALL FOR ART SUBMISSIONS: Mini Masterpieces 2026
Craven Arts Council & Gallery offers an open call for miniature art submissions for upcoming exhibition December 2026 Craven Arts Council & Gallery (CAC&G) is proud to host an open call for art submissions for their Mini Masterpieces exhibition, highlighting art pieces 5 x 7 x 5 or smaller. On display beginning on Black Friday, this exhibition is open to all mediums, styles, skill levels and ages. Craven Arts invites artist to both create and showcase their miniature artworks, available for sale at one
Director’s Gallery: Exploring Realism and the Abstract by Judith Cutler
Craven Arts Council & Gallery presents solo exhibition featuring abstract expressionist artist Judith Cutler. November 2026 Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present the work of local acrylic artist Judith Cutler in a solo exhibition titled, Exploring Realism and the Abstract. Cutler’s exhibition will feature acrylic on canvas and pastel on paper, on display for the month of November 2026. Her work will explore abstraction as she highlights the importance of nonrepresentational art from an artist
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Main Gallery: New Bern Artist Studio Tour Exhibition 2026
Craven Arts Council & Gallery hosts artwork from featured New Bern Artist Studio Tour artists November 12, 2026 – November 19, 2026 317 Middle Street, New Bern, NC Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present the 2026 New Bern Artist Studio Tour Exhibition. This exhibition will showcase a variety of artwork from 50 artists featured on the New Bern Artist Studio Tour. Art displayed will feature a variety of styles and mediums, including 3D art styles - woodworking, ceramics, metals; 2D art mediums
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New Bern Artist Studio Tour 2026
Craven Arts Council & Gallery hosts free artist studio tour throughout New Bern for two days in November November 14 & 15, 2026 New Bern, NC Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present the 2026 New Bern Artist Studio Tour. This event connects the public to visual artists by showcasing the artists at work in home studios, shared spaces, and a co-op display at The Harrison Center. This free, self-guided tour starts November 14th, from 10am-5pm, with an optional tour day on November 15th from noon to
Craven CC to host Dear MariBella and the PigKickers bluegrass band with special guest Green Grass Cloggers Nov. 21
Nov. 9, 2026 NEW BERN — Craven Community College’s Lifetime Learning Center will present an evening of bluegrass music and traditional dance featuring Dear MariBella and the PigKickers with special guest the Green Grass Cloggers on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Orringer Auditorium on the New Bern Campus. With mountain musical roots and a Carolina coastal connection, the four-sibling band blends a distinctive bluegrass sound with heartfelt storytelling. Part of the college’s
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Craven CC student veterans invite community to support annual Field of Flags Nov. 6-13
NEW BERN — Craven Community College’s Student Veterans of America (SVA) chapter will help honor veterans and active-duty service members through the annual Field of Flags, on display Nov. 6-13 at Union Point Park in downtown New Bern. More than 2,000 American flags will fill the park, each bearing a tag with the name and service information of a veteran or active-duty service member. Students, employees and community members are invited to help place the flags and tags at 10 a.m. this Friday, Nov.
FRCE inducts first HH-60W for maintenance at new Global TransPark facility
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. – Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) inducted its first HH-60W Jolly Green II for scheduled depot-level maintenance Sept. 21, marking the platform’s first aircraft to be brought in for planned maintenance at the depot’s Global TransPark facility in Kinston. The achievement follows the Sept. 17 ribbon cutting of the brand new, state-of-the-art facility built specifically to support the depot’s new workload. FRCE Commanding Officer Col. Christopher C. McDonald II
A Wonderful Night With Baby Kangaroos
The first “Roos & Brews” in mid-October was a huge and delightful success. Together, over forty guests attended to cuddle baby kangaroos and raise $2,800 to benefit Hesed Place, a local nonprofit offering support and innovative ENGAGE programs to adults who have experienced trauma to learn practical tools for healing. Special thanks are given to some of the wonderful folks who made this first “Roos & Brews” evening so special - Allison Hudson of Happy Hopper Event Company for generously donating her
Sheriff Chip Huges Donates $10,505 to Support 2027 D.A.R.E. Summer Camp
New Bern, NC - Craven County Partners In Education extends its sincere appreciation to Sheriff Chip Hughes for his generous $10,505 contribution in support of the 2027 D.A.R.E. Summer Camp. The contribution reflects the support of the good citizens of Craven County who share Sheriff Hughes’s commitment to making Craven County a safer place to live, work, and raise a family. This funding will help provide a positive and enriching summer experience for approximately 55 young people through a four-week
Home for the Holidays: Grab a Friend and Discover New Bern’s Nonprofits This Giving Tuesday
The New Bern Chamber of Commerce and our Non-Profit Council, New Bern Giv3 invite the public to an evening of connection, generosity, and community spirit at the New Bern Farmers Market on December 1 with local nonprofits.NEW BERN, N.C. — What if your next favorite local nonprofit is one you haven’t met yet? Home for the Holidays: A Giving Tuesday Celebration is a community gathering organized in partnership with the New Bern Chamber of Commerce and local nonprofit organizations to celebrate generosity,
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Awarded $750,000 Federal Grant to Advance New Daily Service to Washington, D.C.
NEW BERN, N.C. — OCTOBER 2026 Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) announced that it has been awarded a $750,000 grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation's Small Community Air Service Development Program (SCASDP). One of only 14 airports nationwide to receive an award, EWN was the only airport in North Carolina selected for funding this year. The grant will support EWN's effort to introduce daily service to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). For travelers in New Bern, Craven
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ENJOY BINGO & BLESSINGS IN NOVEMBER
It’s a time to count your blessings, forget your worries, have some fun, and shout “Bingo”! Whether you have enjoyed Bingo before or just want to try your luck with marking random numbers to fill your bingo card, you should plan to spend a couple of entertaining hours at “Bingo & Blessings” on Friday, November 13. This fun-filled evening will offer food & beverages, beer & wine, and an opportunity to win gift baskets or cash prizes! It is always a special night of connection, laughter, and a
Craven County Partners in Education Announces $100,000 Annette Milstead Legacy Fund to Support Craven County Schools Teachers and Students
New Bern, NC - Craven County Partners In Education is pleased to announce the establishment of the Annette Milstead Legacy Fund, a $100,000 endowment created through a generous gift from Clay Milstead in memory of his beloved wife, Annette Milstead, and in honor of her lifelong dedication to education. Annette Milstead was a dedicated educator who served students throughout Craven County Schools. During her teaching career, she taught at Brinson Memorial Elementary School, H.J. MacDonald Middle School, and
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Craven Community College expands adult education offerings on Havelock Campus
HAVELOCK, N.C. -- Craven Community College will offer adult education classes on its Havelock Campus beginning Jan. 11, 2027, providing a local opportunity for individuals to work toward their GED® or HiSET® high school equivalency credential. Classes will meet Monday through Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. on the Havelock Campus, located at 305 Cunningham Blvd. No tuition will be charged. The new offering reflects Craven’s commitment to providing accessible education pathways in Havelock, both for
Craven County Partners in Educate Invites the Community to Flip Out Over Pancakes for PIE
Morgan’s Tavern & Grill to host 2026 Pancakes for PIE on December 5th Craven County Partners In Education (PIE) announces their 11th Annual Pancakes for PIE event in downtown New Bern. New Bern, North Carolina’s Colonial Capital, transforms into a wonderland the entire Christmas season. One special event has become known all over the region as a “must do” before starting a day of shopping and attending Christmas-themed events held during New Bern’s Beary Merry Christmas season. 2026’s Pancakes for PIE will
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Craven Community College names new Corporate Training Center patio and Volt Center kitchen
Craven Community College names new Corporate Training Center patio and Volt Center kitchen in honor of Hinkin family Oct. 15, 2026 NEW BERN, N.C. — Craven Community College will recognize the generosity of Dr. Tim and Linda Hinkin by naming the Volt Center Kitchen and a new patio behind the Corporate Training Center in their honor. Announced in February 2026, the Hinkin family’s $2.4 million gift is the largest individual private donation in the college’s history. Bequeathed following the Hinkins’
Digital Advertising is in Your Future
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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
New Bern Artist Studio Tour
New Bern, NC Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present the 2026 New Bern Artist Studio Tour this November, in various locations downtown New Bern. This event connects the public to local artists by showcasing the artist & their work in their studios, with an additional co-op space hosting 15+ artists in The Harrison Center, located downtown New Bern. This free, self-guided tour starts November 14 th , from 10am- 5pm, with an optional tour day on November 15 th from noon to 3pm. Now in its ninth
