Interactive Workshop Programs To Support Trauma Healing Offered in New Bern
For Immediate Release – February 26, 2026 Hesed Place, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to trauma recovery and community restoration, has launched ENGAGE, sensory-based workshops in safe spaces where participants can feel grounded, supported, and connected. ENGAGE is based in Interpersonal Neurobiology, with workshops in areas of creative arts, music, pottery, trauma-sensitive yoga, horticulture, Tai Chi, and more. The March calendar includes March 6 – Music with Becca at 6:00 pm; March 7 – Tai
CarolinaEast Medical Center Receives 2026 Best Hospitals Rankings By Women’s Choice Award®
New Bern Hospital Recognized as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience Plus Six Specialties (New Bern, NC) – CarolinaEast Medical Center has been recognized as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience by Women’s Choice Award®. This honor places CarolinaEast among the top 100 hospitals in the nation within its size category, based on number of beds. Additionally, CarolinaEast received top rankings in Knee and Hip Replacement, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Obstetrics,
New Bern Civic Theatre Seeks Two Spot Light Operators
We’re looking for two spot light operators for the run of Beetlejuice Jr. If you’re available, we would be so grateful!You’d be needed for:Rehearsals:March 3, 4, & 5Performances:March 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, & 21There are also school performances during the day March 11 & 17, if also able to assist then as well.No prior experience is necessary — we will walk you through everything during rehearsals so you feel confident and ready for showtime. If you can help with this position, please reply the attached
New Bern Civic Theatre Presents ''Beetlejuice Jr.''
NEW BERN, NC February 19, 2026– New Bern, NCFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE“Beetlejuice Jr.” Opens March 6 at New Bern Civic TheatreFamily-friendly musical comedy runs for three weekends in March, sponsored by Coastal Children's ClinicNew Bern — Get ready to laugh, gasp, and say his name three times! New Bern Civic Theatre proudly presents Beetlejuice Jr., opening Friday, March 6, 2026, and running for three weekends of spooky fun and outrageous comedy.Based on the hit Broadway musical and the beloved Beetlejuice
Call for Entry: The 2026 Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition
Call for Entry: The 2026 Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition Exhibition featuring the artwork of local, regional and national artists Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle St August and September 2026 The Craven Arts Council is seeking artists for their upcoming biennial exhibition, the Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition. This biennial exhibition is Craven Arts Council’s signature exhibition with over 100 artworks selected out of hundreds of entries. Interested artists can apply through CaFE
Party City now at Staples
Staples is excited to announce our new partnership with Party City, bringing an expanded range of celebration essentials directly to our community. With this collaboration, customers can now find vibrant balloons, festive piñatas, and a wide selection of party supplies right in our store. In addition, our Print & Marketing Services team is ready to support local events with custom banners, invitations, event boards, and yard signs making Staples a one-stop destination for both planning and promoting any
Tried By Fire Fashion Show Headlines New Bern Fashion Week on March 28
Tried By Fire, Inc. is pleased to host the First New Bern Fashion Week & Fashion Show on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Carolina Colours Pavilion, 3300 Waterscape Way. The evening includes hors d’oeuvres catered by the venue’s executive culinary staff, with a cash bar, silent auction, and other special surprises for this fundraising event to benefit My Sister’s House, a supportive transitional home for justice-involved women who do not have safe alternatives for housing when
Craven Community College Receives $2.4 Million Gift from Tim and Linda Hinken
NEW BERN – Craven Community College (Craven CC) has received a $2.4 million gift from Dr. Tim and Linda Hinken, marking one of the largest private donations in the College’s history. The gift, which was bequeathed after the Hinkens’ death in 2024, will support major capital projects, expand workforce development opportunities in the healthcare field, and establish the Tim and Linda Hinken Memorial Scholarship Endowment to benefit future students. A significant portion of the funding will be directed
Main Gallery: For the Record
Craven Arts Council & Gallery presents community exhibition using recycled vinyl records March 2026 317 Middle Street Craven Arts Council & Gallery (CAC&G) is proud to present their For the Record exhibition, featuring artwork created from vinyl records. Artists used vinyl records from CAC&G’s album collection as the predominant medium in their creations – encouraging artist to explore a variety of themes and styles. An open reception will be hosted at Artwalk on Friday, March 13th from 5 – 8 pm,
Director’s Gallery: Private School and Homeschooled Student Exhibition
Director’s Gallery: Private School and Homeschooled Student Exhibition Various young artists to exhibit works at Bank of the Arts Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle St March 2026 Craven Arts Council is proud to present the artworks of private and homeschooled students in the Director’s Gallery for the month of March. This exhibition will feature work created by students in art classes from various local private, parochial and home schools across Craven County. Craven Arts will host a reception during the
At the Gallery Concert Series: Dionne Warwick performed by Alisa Mike
Craven Arts Council & Gallery hosts concert performance featuring music by music icon, Dionne Warwick 317 Middle Street, New Bern, NC Saturday, March 28 th at 7 pm Craven Arts Council & Gallery (CAC&G) is proud to present their At the Gallery Concert Series featuring the music of Dionne Warwick, performed by Alisa Mike with accompaniment by Dale Moore. Doors open at 6 pm, with a pre-concert talk at 6:30 pm by Lee Purcell. This concert is sponsored by Fraiser Croft, & Ginny Mattern and
New Bern Pride to host Open Mic
New Bern Pride to host Open Mic Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle St March 7, 2pm-4pm New Bern Pride is proud to host an Open Mic event at Bank of the Arts on March 7, 2pm-4pm. This event encourages local poets, writers, musicians, and other creatives to share their original works with the community in a free and open setting. Artists may register to participate at www.newbernpride.com or the day of the event. This event is free and open to the public. Open Mic events offer local creatives the opportunity to
