James Ogle, conductor, will return to New Bern for the thirty-fifth performance of George Frideric Handel’s Messiah, set for Monday, December 11 at Centenary United Methodist Church, on the corner of New and Middle Streets. An Open Rehearsal will be held at […]

Craven Community Chorus: Presents “Noel, Noel” featuring Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria” under the direction of Philip Evancho. The second half will include traditional and not so traditional Christmas songs. Accompaniment will include Cheryl Kite on piano and The Trent River Orchestra under the […]

Extended Hours and Events for the Holiday Season Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to announce special hours, performances, and workshops for the 2017 holiday season. These events are meant to provide the public with free, open events that celebrate and […]

James W. Smith Elementary School teachers Luana Palimetakis and Diane Bondurant, with Principal Renee Whitford, were awarded a Bate Foundation Individual School Grant administered by Partners In Education. The grant, “STEM Lab: Students Totally Engaged in Music,” is for $5,000.  Funding will […]

New Bern Parks & Recreation is pleased to bring you the 33rd Annual Coastal Christmas Flotilla on December 2nd at Union Point Park. Special guests include the 2D MAW Band from Cherry Point, Brian North from WCTI 12, and Santa Claus! The […]

Habitat for Humanity of Craven County is hosting a Block Party on Saturday, November 18th from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm and invites the community to come by and join in on the fun. “We’ve been making some renovations at the ReStore […]

Craven County Schools is pleased to announce Mr. Stacy Lee will be joining the school system as the new Chief of Systems and Operations.  His wealth of knowledge and leadership experience in public education and in private industry make him a valuable […]