Lizzy Ross “Folksy, jazzy, bluesy in all the best senses of the words… a voice like cigarettes and the smoothest whiskey you’ve ever tasted.” – Stephen Markley, Chicago RedEye. Lizzy Ross Band will play at the Broad Street Social Club on Saturday, February 2nd. Doors will open at 8pm and the show will start at [...]
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When was the last time that you took some time off – without the modern luxuries of cell phones, computers, television, etc.? As our lives get more complex with advanced technology and daily stressors, I believe it’s healthy to “go off the grid” for a bit. It’s important to take time out for self-reflection and relaxation [...]
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Free Events, Tours at Historic Site and Discounted Galleries Tickets Available All families will have an opportunity to enjoy the Governor’s Palace, learn about cooking in the 1770s, mingle with Governor Tryon’s Craven Militia, make their own clay bowl and more during the annual Free Day at Tryon Palace. Held from 9 a.m. until 5 [...]
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Although the temperature was only 32, we ventured into the forest and had a great time capturing our first real footage for our upcoming movie, “The Hunt” – Women vs. Wild! The above short video segment gives you a glimpse into what’s to come. The Hunt is a movie about two sisters’ escapades while turkey [...]
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Neuse River Senior Games (NRSG) is the recipient of a grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. The funds are being used to implement and hopefully sustain exercise programs at local senior centers in the region. The programs are designed to enable participants to improve their physical fitness prior to the games. NRSG [...]
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In Honor of Black History Month February 8, 9 at 7:30pm, February 10 at 2pm Tickets: $14 in advance, $16 at the door, $10 for Students and Active Duty Military with ID* Directed by John Van Dyke Bring on the Jazz! New Bern Civic Theatre presents a night of sizzling, red hot jazz performed by [...]
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25th: “Science and Math Take Flight” 4th Annual Gala and Fundraiser presented by Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation, 5:30pm, at the Havelock Tourist and Event Center. For details call 252-444-7260 25th: Tryon Palace Performing Arts Series, Doors open at 6:30pm, Concert: 7:30pm, North Carolina History Center. For details call 252-639-3524 26th: Harvest Bear Birthday Cupcake [...]
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Stephanie Duncan and Shannon LuQuire I always enjoy visiting the Havelock Chamber and Visitor’s Center, especially today. Although Havelock is 20 miles from New Bern, I’m very interested in learning about the people and businesses of this historic town. I met with Stephanie Duncan, Executive Director of the Chamber, to talk about social media and [...]
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The Atlantis Lodge is my favorite beach destination in North Carolina! It’s hard to find a pet friendly place at the beach. The Atlantis isn’t only pet friendly, but it has incredible oceanfront views, is very clean, and relaxing. If you don’t have pets, you won’t even know one stayed in your room. They have [...]
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In 1987, a group of women from diverse businesses and professional backgrounds met to discuss the possibility of developing a networking organization. After defining initial goals and objectives, the core group invited other women to join the endeavor. The first formal meeting of Coastal Women’s Forum was held in the spring of 1988. Membership has [...]
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