ArtWalk at CAGS

Celebrate ArtWalk with Community Artists Gallery and Studios

Join the Community Artists Gallery and Studios (CAGS) for ArtWalk on August 13th from 5 to 8 p.m. at 309 Middle St. in Downtown New Bern. “Fun in the Sun” will be featured at the ArtWalk on August 13th at Community Artists […]
The Complete Works of Shakespeare

NBCT Tackles All of Shakespeare with Three Actors in 97 Minutes!

Need a crash course on The Complete Works of Shakespeare in 97 minutes? New Bern Civic Theatre has just the show for you using only three actors! Join NBCT as we present the hilarious fast paced production of The Complete Works of […]
Craven County Schools

Board of Education Votes on Safety Protocols for Return to School

Today, during the Special Called Board of Education Meeting the Board of Education took action on the COVID safety protocols, specifically the wearing of masks for the upcoming school year. The following was approved: Students and Staff in Grades K-8 will be […]
Sampson & Son Restaurant

Taste Southern Soul Food at Sampson & Son Restaurant

Elton Sampson and his son, Lester “Blue” McKeithan, happily welcomed Laura Johnson and I as we walked into Sampson & Son Restaurant. Ashley and Michael (Blue’s kids) were behind the counter ready to take our order. Also on the team, nephew Caleb, […]
HOPE Program Screenshot

HOPE Program accepting Tenant Referrals from Landlords

More than $305.5 million in rent and utility assistance already awarded to help NC families The Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program has announced program changes to accept referrals of tenants from landlords and increase financial awards to North Carolina households that […]
The Great Trent River Raft Race

The Great Trent River Raft Race – Fun for All

The Great Trent River Raft Race is back! Join in the fun on August 28, 2021. Union Point Park opens to the public at 10:00 a.m., races start at 11:00 a.m., Awards Ceremony at 4:00 p.m. New this year is an Anything […]
New Bern Houses Move

Jim Hodges and Lunch & Learn Return with New Bern on the Move

Everyone’s favorite Curator, New Bern native Jim Hodges, returns to kick off the New Bern Historical Society’s Lunch & Learn series with a fascinating new program about the history of moving houses in downtown New Bern. This special two-hour lunch program will […]