CarolinaEast Medical Center to Participate in 2025 Organ Donation Awareness Flag-Raising Ceremony
CarolinaEast Medical Center is among dozens of hospitals that will partner with HonorBridge to simultaneously host a statewide Donate Life Flag-raising ceremony and moment of silence. Pause to Give Life promotes the mission of organ, eye, and tissue donation and honors donors, donor families, recipients, and those waiting for a life-saving transplant in North Carolina. Pause to Give Life includes hospitals throughout most of North Carolina and the observance occurs annually in April to kick off the start
Craven CC to Host 'Planting the Pinwheels' Event During National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Craven Community College's (Craven CC) Early Childhood Educators (ECE) Club, in partnership with the Local Interagency Coordinating Council and Craven Early Learning Network, will host "Planting the Pinwheels," a community event dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of safe, stable, and nurturing environments for children. This event will be held Thursday, April 3 at 11:30 a.m. at the secondary entrance of the New Bern campus. In collaboration with Prevent Child Abuse America’s Pinwheels for
Craven Community College to Host Three Interactive Events for STEM Week Beginning April 7
NEW BERN – Craven Community College (Craven CC) will present a series of interactive events during Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Week. The New Bern, Havelock, and Volt Center campuses will each host a free, engaging event with hands-on learning experiences for all ages. STEM Open House Monday, April 7 • 5-7 p.m. Volt Center, New Bern High school students and families are invited to an open house at the Volt Center! Focus will be on clean energy trades, HVAC, and electrical.
New Bern History Exhibit Finds New Home
The popular exhibit that wowed thousands at the North Carolina History Center in celebration of the New Bern Historical Society’s 100th Anniversary, has found a new home. It will now grace the walls of New Bern’s DoubleTree Hotel. In partnership with the DoubleTree, the Historical Society has now installed its exhibit “Through the Looking Glass, A Journey with the Storytellers” and it is open and available to the public. This exhibit features hundreds of images from New Bern’s past sharing the stories of
NEW BERN CIVIC THEATER BRINGS BACK A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE OF “DIARY OF A MOTHER”
On Saturday, April 12, 2025, New Bern Civic Theater and Tried By Fire, Inc. are pleased to present “The Diary of a Mother” for a repeat performance in our community. This original play by Jones County native Robert Brock, has cast New Bern’s own exceptionally gifted Gospel performer and vocalist, Bonita Burney Simmons, in the starring role. Other actors in this special production include singer and film/television actor Quincy Grant, television actor Minyon Thomas, and Robert Brock. Two performances will
Craven’s Crafts: Silk Scarves
Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to host a Silk Scarf Workshop on Saturday, April 12th. Craven Arts will be hosting two sessions of this event, available for all ages. Session one will be held from 11 am to 1 pm and session two from 2 to 4 pm. Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members of Craven Arts. Craven’s Crafts is a new program by Craven Arts, created as a bi-monthly workshop offering tutorials on simple crafts. Adding on to the variety of programming available, Craven’s Crafts
PJi Recognized as a Top Strategic Partner by The Paragon Network
PJi Recognized as a Top Strategic Partner by The Paragon Network Pilot John International® (PJi®) has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Diamond Strategic Partner Award by the Paragon Network, a premier organization of independent FBOs (fixed base operators) and international handling agents. This esteemed award recognizes PJi’s outstanding contributions to the aviation community and its exceptional partnership with Paragon Aviation Group. As a Strategic Partner within the Paragon Network, PJi has
New Bern Breakfast Rotary Club Announces the 14th Annual B/S/H/Oktoberfest
Fundraiser to support local scholarships, and community grants to include our “Kicks for Kids” program, which provides shoes for over 300 children in Craven County Schools. New Bern, March 25, 2025: The New Bern Breakfast Rotary Club today announced the return of the annual B/S/H/Oktoberfest to the Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern. The charity event will be held on Saturday, September 27th from 5:00 pm until 10:00 pm. The fundraiser will begin with New Bern Mayor Jeffrey Odham performing the
‘DISCOVER ROTARY’ EVENT OPEN TO PUBLIC ON APRIL 3
The Rotary Club of New Bern Breakfast invites the public to ‘Discover Rotary’ at an informal event on Thursday, April 3, at the Craven Pamlico Regional Library, 400 Johnson Street, in New Bern. This informational meeting will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 PM in the Library’s conference room. “Our Breakfast Rotary Club is creating an evening companion club for those folks who are not available to join us at our regular Thursday morning meetings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at the Masonic Lodge on Hancock Street,”
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CAROLINAEAST FOUNDATION ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS
The CarolinaEast Foundation will be awarding nursing scholarships this year, made possible through the Joseph Hageman Memorial Nursing Scholarship Fund, the Robert and Beatrice Honnet Nursing Scholarship Fund, the David Elliot Nursing Scholarship Fund, and the Dereck Whittenburg Foundation. Nursing scholarships are available for full-time students enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, an Associate’s Degree in Nursing, enrolled in the LPN to ADN
ROTARY OF NEW BERN BREAKFAST SCHEDULES SHREDDING EVENT
The New Bern Breakfast Rotary Club, in cooperation with the City of New Bern, will celebrate Earth Day again this year by inviting individuals and businesses to bring their “shreddables” to Union Point Park on Saturday, April 19 from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm. As part of this year’s Earth Day weekend, Rotary will provide a safe way to dispose of important papers no longer needed, and all documents are shredded on site. It is recommended that you check with your accounting professional to find out what tax
FOURTH ANNUAL GOSPEL FEST 2025, ‘TOGETHER IN HARMONY’, COMES TO NEW BERN
Tried By Fire, Inc. is pleased to announce the fourth annual Gospel-Fest on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at a new location. Previously hosted on the campus of Craven Community College, this year’s event will be held at Temple Church, 1500 Kingdom Way, with performances in the main sanctuary from 12:00 to 4:00 pm. Pastor Keith Whitfield has welcomed this year’s event to their campus. "At Temple Church, we believe in the power of the gospel to bring hope, restoration, and new beginnings. We are honored to
United Way of Coastal Carolina Announces Second Annual Casino Night
The United Way of Coastal Carolina is gearing up for an unforgettable evening of fun, glamour and philanthropy at their Second Annual Casino Night on Saturday, April 5th, at 6:00pm. The event will be held at the Riverfront Convention Center in Downtown New Bern and promises to be an exciting night for the whole community. Get ready for an evening full of professional casino games, delectable food and enchanting entertainment – all for a great cause. The event will feature professional dealers and classic
Director’s Gallery: Chris Bennett
Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present the artwork of local artist Chris Bennett for the month of April. Bennett is a former educator and works in contemporary styles, blending tradition and innovation. A reception for his artworks will be held at Artwalk on April 11th at 5 – 8 pm, where patrons can view his display and engage directly with the artist. As an artist who prefers the artwork to speak for itself, Chris Bennett is a lifelong artist and a recently retired art educator at New Bern
Main Gallery: Twin Rivers Artists Association and Craven Community College Judged Exhibition
Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present the Twin Rivers Artists Association and Craven Community College Judged Exhibition in the Main Gallery at Bank of the Arts for the month of April. This exhibition highlights the talents of local artists in our community and helps to encourage networking and artist participation in the Twin Rivers Artists Association. Craven Arts Council & Gallery will host an opening reception for the exhibition during the downtown New Bern ArtWalk, Friday, April 11th,
Craven Community College to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony for Corporate Training Center March 18
Craven Community College (Craven CC) will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its latest construction project, the Corporate Training Center, on Tuesday, March 18 at 4 p.m. It will take place between Kelso Hall and Bate Hall on the New Bern campus. The building will primarily be used for professional development as a flexible meeting space to conduct trainings or host educational meetings and seminars. This one-story building will consist of a large meeting space and several office spaces. It will allow
Pilot John International to Attend AEA International Convention in Phoenix
Pilot John International® (PJi®) will showcase products from some of the top manufacturers in the aviation industry during the AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Phoenix, Arizona, from March 18th to 21st. Aviation specialists from PJi will be on hand to share information, provide guidance, and answer questions about avionics and avionics test equipment, rentals and trade-ins, and flexible financing options at booth 435, located in the Exhibit Hall at the Phoenix Convention Center. PJi provides
Habitat for Humanity of Craven County raises the walls on home for New Bern PD employee
Volunteers, Collegiate Challenge students and city officials joined Habitat for Humanity of Craven County staff and board members for the March 3 wall raising ceremony of a new home at 2202 Hartford Ave. in New Bern. The project marks the ninth Habitat home that will be constructed in the Pembroke community as well as the first two-story project the nonprofit has undertaken since 2020. The homeowner, Monica, expressed her gratitude to HFHCC for the chance to bring her family back to her hometown of New
Adventure Day at New Bern Battlefield Park is Saturday, March 22, 2025
Harry Goodman Battlefield Adventure Day, a springtime event for the entire family, is Saturday, March 22 at the New Bern Battlefield Park. A day full of learning activities, period games and living history, it is held annually at the Park, which has been extensively upgraded by the New Bern Historical Society. The event is open to guests of all ages, with special activities for children 6-12 years old. Check-in begins at 12:30 pm. with activities from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Guests will be greeted by
The Ben Rosenblum Trio Live at The Athens: April 11th - Part of NBCT's Encore Series and Arts in Apr
New Bern Civic Theatre is proud to welcome The Ben Rosenblum Trio to The Athens stage, April 11th. Pianist, accordionist and composer Ben Rosenblum has traversed a truly unique musical path, one that has seen him perform alongside world-class musicians across more than twenty music genres and twenty-five countries, as well as lead bands at prestigious venues across the world. Rosenblum’s journey has taken him on tours with Grammy-winning pop artist Rickie Lee Jones and Juno-winning contemporary Indian
Hallowed Ground Lantern Tour March 20-22
The New Bern Historical Society invites you to an exciting storytelling event, the Hallowed Ground Lantern Tour, March 20, 21 & 22, 6-9pm. New Bern Battlefield Park, site of the first Battle of New Bern, is host to this intriguing event. The tour takes you on a guided, lantern-lit walk through the wooded battlefield trails, where spirits of real characters from New Bern's past will share their very human and inspiring stories of courage and conviction. You will hear about the planning behind the
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage Welcomes Carrie Zaslow
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage is pleased to announce that Carrie Zaslow has joined the New Bern office. "Carrie’s passion for helping clients navigate the real estate process with ease and her dedication to building strong relationships make her a fantastic addition to our team," said Drake Bratton, Managing Broker of the New Bern office. With a decade of real estate experience and a background in corporate human relations, Carrie understands the importance of clear communication to ensure a
Deliver Impactful Client Presentations with These Powerful Methods
In the competitive world of business presentations, standing out requires more than just a well-designed slide deck. It’s about crafting a narrative that speaks directly to your audience’s needs and preferences. By focusing on strategies that enhance clarity, engagement, and personalization, you can transform your presentations into compelling stories that captivate and persuade. Whether you’re addressing a room full of executives or a diverse group of stakeholders, the key lies in understanding your
Beaufort native leads the way at FRCE
From writing a report titled “The Sound of Freedom” in elementary school to later enlisting in the Army, Beaufort, North Carolina, native David Rose has always been driven by a deep sense of dedication to serving his country. Today, as the Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) executive director – the senior civilian for a command workforce comprised of more than 4,000 civilian, contractor and military personnel – Rose continues to embody that commitment, proving that his passion for service has only grown
Craven Community College's Lifetime Learning Center to Welcome John Brown Big Band March 21
Craven Community College's (Craven CC) Lifetime Learning Center (LLC) has rescheduled the John Brown Big Band concert to Friday, March 21, due to winter weather that occurred on the original date in January. The concert will take place at Grover C. Fields Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. The performance, titled "The Roots of Jazz," is part of the college's celebration of its 60th anniversary and corresponds with the anniversary's theme of "Deep Roots, Strong Futures." John Brown Big Band is a
New Bern Civic Theatre Announces The Encore Series 2025
New Bern Civic Theatre (NBCT) is proud to announce the Encore Series 2025 offering a year’s worth of entertaining events running parallel to its robust season of popular community theatre plays and musicals. The Encore Series expands NBCT’s calendar with a wide variety of local, national and international performing artists, acts and activities. Many recurring favorites from previous seasons are in the lineup for 2025 such as Walk-In Bathtub Improv Comedy (no two shows are ever alike), The 4th Annual New
Craven Community College, NC State University to Host 'Engineering Your Future' Event in Havelock
Craven Community College (Craven CC) and NC State University, in collaboration with local industry partners, will host "Engineering Your Future," a free information session to inspire and prepare local students for rewarding careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). It will be held Thursday, April 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the STEM Center on Craven CC's Havelock campus. Designed for high school and college students and parents, this hands-on event will provide insights into
Unlocking the Power of Personalized Mail for Business Growth
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