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The Greater Good Gallery will hold a book launch event, open to the public in the Isaac Taylor Garden. Creative people and art lovers are welcome to join in the celebration on Wed., Oct. 18, 2017 (rain date Oct. 19) from 4-8pm. There will be a group photo at 6pm. Visit, GreaterGoodGallery.com for information on purchasing the book, “A Brief History of Artists in Eastern North Carolina: A Survey of Creative People including Artists, Performers, Designers, Photographers, Authors and Organizations.” “A Brief History of Artists in Eastern North Carolina” is a feast for the eyes. The visual guide includes more than 500 works in full color with a five-page index of creative people and organizations. The main part of the book is a 239-page look at more than 140 contributors which shaped our cultural history in eastern North Carolina, circa 2017. Authors Ben Watford, Jon Derby and Lisa Bisbee Lentz, all artists and educators, share a common vision that people should be encouraged in creative endeavors. The book can be used in lessons about the culture of eastern North Carolina. Students will come to appreciate struggles and successes of creative people in ENC. This survey is a valuable resource for an art courses, or as a reference to supplement humanities programs. Take a colorful tour of the creators’ works and lives in eastern North Carolina (ENC). The book tells the story of a cultural experience in how diverse artists from different places in ENC treat the same subject matter, such as landscape, portraits, or animals. The pages showcase art and creative people with a brief description of their contribution towards a vibrant and diverse arts community. The artists explain key influences, processes in their work or information about their future endeavors. Often, the artist quotes his/her intentions to improve your enjoyment in art. Collectors and lovers of art will gain insight into the ENC culture. The main part of the book is subdivided into a full spectrum of creativity. It’s a brief survey of creative accomplishments by visual artists, painters, sculptors, potters, dancers, performers, carvers, graphic designers, photographers, weavers, crafters, fabric artists, photojournalists, illustrators, architects, drafters, digital artists, muralists, authors, writers, poets, musicians, projects, exhibit venues, events, volunteers, theatres, councils, collectives and organizations. Contributions by Bernice Abraham, Tessie Ann Adams, John & Brandy Angelo, Art by Benetez, Barbara & Ben Watford, Ashley Barnes, Barry Knauff, Chuck Beckley, Nada Behr, Brenda Bennett, Betsy Drake Interiors, Alice Bilello, Gail & Jim Bisbee, Linda Boccia, Dion Burroughs, Chris Buttitta, Scotty Canady, Se’rah Cheatham, Andrea Clements Thompson, Becky Coleman, CoraMae Zimmerman Pipkin, the Corrs, Judith Cutler, Rich Daniels, Jon Derby, Donna Slade, Angelina Doyle, Samrae Duke, Janet & Michael Francoeur, Pete Frey, Dewey Funkhouser, Brenda Gear, Giorgianni’s, Mark & Lynn Golitz, Dee Mayer, Asha Goodwin, Lynne Baron Goodwin, Gary Gowans, Greater Good Gallery, Gregory Keyzer, Joanne Gwaltney Ashton, Charlie Hall, Alice Bilello, Krystal Helton, Lee Hood, Isaac Taylor Garden, Carol Jones, Martin Kampitch, M. Patrick Kavanaugh, Patrick Keough, Gerry King, Molly Knazek, Rebecca Koehler, Kristen Moffitt, Mike Lentz, Arden & Jeth Lindsey, Lisa Bisbee Lentz, Patricia Bisbee, Sam Love, Ed Macomber, Nell Maha, Lela Cahoon McClanahan, McDaniel’s, Elaine Meyer, GeeVee Meyer, MJ’s Raw Bar, Tony & Rita Morello, Karin Lisa Nelson, New Bern Now, New Bern Sun Journal, Nexus Poets, Matt O’Brien, the Owens’, Stacey Patterson, Maggie Peacock, Gary & Janice Peterson, Red Shoe Gallery, Cindy Ridlon, Ed Ruiz, Ben Selby, Rebecca Shelby, Silk Flowers By Jean, Donna Slade, Marjorie K. Smart, Erin Smith, STA Contracting, Bridget Swayne, Judy Szychowski, the Taglieri’s, B. Jean Taylor-Mitchell, Sherry Thurston, Darlene Tighe, Meg Unfiltered, Vicki Vitale-Farrow, Amy Voorhees, Gail Warwick, Michaelé Rose Watson, Alan Welch, Deborah Wheeler, Martha Williams and many more. For more information about the book, please contact Lisa Bisbee-Lentz at the Greater Good Gallery, 228 Craven St., 252-649-1712. By Lisa Bisbee-Lentz, Art Director, New Bern Now

Sep 29, 2017

A Brief History of Artists in Eastern North Carolina Book

The Greater Good Gallery will hold a book launch event, open to the public in the Isaac Taylor Garden. Creative people and art lovers are welcome to join in the celebration on Wed., Oct. 18, 2017 (rain date Oct. 19) from 4-8pm. […]
Neuse River Backwater Open

Sep 28, 2017

13th Annual Neuse River Backwater Open

October 7, 2017 Boat and Kayak Divisions This is the only all artificial tournament in Eastern NC that showcases the four most sought after species in the Neuse River – flounder, speckled trout, red drum, and striped bass. The tournament benefits the […]
Live at The City Laundry

Sep 27, 2017

October Happenings Live at The City Laundry

Late Nights at Live! Friday and Saturday nights in October: Live @ The City Laundry features late night Karaoke Fridays and Dance party Saturdays. 10pm No Cover charge! Wednesdays in September Pub Trivia with Austin Vaquilar: Pub Trivia every Wednesday Night! Come […]
Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Sep 27, 2017

Walk to End Alzheimer’s in New Bern on October 28th

The Alzheimer’s Association® is inviting New Bern residents to join the fight to end the disease by participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Saturday, October 28, 2017, 10am – 12pm, at The Galley Store and Marina in New Bern. The Walk […]
Coastal Women's Forum

Sep 26, 2017

Coastal Women’s Forum Dinner with Speaker Angelina Doyle

Coastal Women’s Forum will hold its next Dinner Meeting on Tuesday, October 3, at 6:00 PM., at the Chelsea Restaurant in New Bern. Informal networking will begin at 5:30 PM. This month’s topic will be “Driving to Success”.  Angelina Doyle will cover how […]
Synergy Interactive Veterinary Clinic

Sep 26, 2017

Spooktacular Open House at Synergy Integrative Veterinary Clinic

Synergy Integrative Veterinary Clinic is hosting a Grand Opening Spooktacular Open House on October 22, 2017 from 2 – 4:30pm at 4005 Dr MLK Jr Blvd in New Bern. Guests will be able to meet the doctors, tour the facility, and see […]
Tryon Civitan Club

Sep 25, 2017

Tryon Civitans sponsor Peanut Butter drive to benefit Religious Community Services

The Tryon Civitan Club, in conjunction with The UPS Store, is sponsoring their Tenth Annual Peanut Butter Drive to benefit Religious Community Services. The Peanut Butter Drive will last the entire month of October. RCS distributes peanut butter in food orders filled through […]

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