New Bern Magazine by NCCOAST

SEPTEMBER 2013 â&#x20AC;˘ COMPLIMENTARY

bike Historic New Bern Ride ALSO INSIDE

Chamber Music Fest Returns Tour the Heart of the Home

www.nccoast.com

New Bern Magazine

FEATURES

Vol. 34, #9  September 2013 Publisher: Diane Tyler Managing Editor: Amanda Dagnino Director of Sales: Ashly Willis 252-342-2334 or sales@nccoast.com Sales Representative: Carrie Simonson 252-503-0658 or carrie@nccoast.com Creative Director: Kim LaChance Design/Layout: Kyle Dixon Graphic Design: Mimi N. Guthrie, Erin Pallotti Production Director: Rudy Taitague Lead Pressman/Mail Center: Skip Hicks Pressmen: Allen Henry, Anthony Stamper Small Press: Edd Moore Bindery Leader: Jason Yates Bindery Operator: Rudy Taitague Distribution Manager: Dorrie Nicholson Pre-Press: Corey Giesey Business Manager: Georgia Lewis Commercial Print: Andrea Vangelist, Amy Krysa EDITORIAL DEADLINE for the October, 2013 issue: Friday, September 6; email articles/events/photos to Katie@nccoast.com.

New Bern Magazine

6 8 12 14 18 19

Sound Off RC Currents What You’re Craven Neuseworthy Arts Affairs Marketplace

FEATURED AREAS/MAPS 10 10 10 11 20 22

Exploring Oriental All about Havelock Ferry Schedule New Bern at a Glance New Bern Maps Advertiser Directory

* LOCAL AREA CODE 252 * New Bern Magazine is distributed free each month to residents and visitors at select locations in Craven and Pamlico counties, and to out-of-area visitors and vacationers via email requests from www.nccoast.com. Subscriptions, $15/year. Entire contents, maps, ad & graphic design 2013 by NCCOAST Communications. Reproduction without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. Neither the publisher nor advertisers will be held liable for any misinformation. Material is as accurate as possible at presstime.

A publication of NCCOAST 201 N. 17th St., Morehead City, NC 28557 252-240-1811  800-525-1403 Fax: 1-877-247-1856 www.nccoast.com

New Bern Magazine

SOUND bluegrass and old-timey tunes with an updated spin. The eastern Kentucky-based acoustic band is riding a fast track of popularity, gaining fans at music festivals across the country with their high-octane performance. One critic describes The 23 String Band as “electrifying” with topnotch songwriting and vocals “as tight as the cork in a jug of moonshine.” Tickets are $20 and available at Nautical Wheelers, 411 Broad St., Oriental, by calling 252249-3670 or visiting www.pamlicomusic.org.

DEFAS Kick off Season

When Judi Orbach moved to Beaufort more than 20 years ago, she sorely missed the live music and folk dancing she had enjoyed in her previous homes in Greenville, and in California. Along with an enthusiastic group of volunteers, she formed the Down East FolkArts Society, an organization dedicated to presenting and preserving live music and folk traditions of storytelling and dance. Now, 21 years later, Down East FolkArts is still a vibrant group of dedicated members supporting the best of traditional and innovative live music. This year’s line-up kicks off in September with young Jacob Johnson from South Carolina, playing his self-described “Neo-Acoustic Folk/Funk.” The up and comer takes the stage at 8pm on Friday, Sept. 20, at the Trent River Coffee Company, New Bern. General admission is $15; members, $12; students, $8. To learn more, call 252-646-4657.

Unwind with The 23 String Band

Pamlico Musical Society puts the pedal to the metal at 7:30pm on Saturday, Sept. 28 when The 23 String Band blazes onto the stage at Oriental’s Old Theater. These young artists play fuel-injected Americana music that takes audiences on a joyride across wide lanes of rockin’

New Bern Magazine

Chamber Music Fest Returns

Join CCMF for three dynamic up-close-andpersonal concert events this September in historic downtown New Bern. Concert highlights include pianists Melvin Chen and Nina Ferrigno performing music for piano four-hands by Schubert and Dvorak; the Calyx Piano Trio in works by Beethoven and Mendelssohn; Dvorak’s exhilarating “American String Quartet” and the North Carolina premiere of “kiss to the earth” (written for the Calyx Trio by Guggenheim Award-winning composer Amy Beth Kirsten). As always, festival concerts are paired with interactive, entertaining events including postconcert “Meet the Artists” receptions, pre-concert discussions and informal conversations with (cont. on page 16)

Explore The Shops of

Middle Street

New Bern Magazine

RIVER CITY Library Book Sale Planned

The New Bern Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale will be held in the basement of the Sudan Shriners’ building at 403 E. Front St., Sept. 27-29. The sale will be open from 9am-5pm Friday and Saturday and noon-4:30pm on Sunday. The bi-annual sale raises funds to help support special projects for the New Bern Public Library and provides a great place for the public to purchase books and mixed media. The sale usually has an assortment of titles including children’s, fiction, foreign language, cook books, Christmas, sports, music & theatre, religion, hobbies, home décor, boating, paperbacks, crafts, self help, gardening, antique guides, art, do-it-yourself manuals, videos, DVDs, CDs and more. For more information, call 252-638-7800 or visit newbern.cpclib.org/nbccpl/events.

Historic New Bern Ride

Bike MS is a two-day cycling event that raises funds to support people living with multiple sclerosis in North and South Carolina and throughout the US. Planned for Sept. 6-8, money raised funds MS research, programs, services and advocacy. In 2012, more than 2,100 participants raised $1,714,476. This year, the goal is to raise $1.8 million.

New Bern Magazine

Bike MS cyclists enjoy two full days of riding through rural Eastern North Carolina. Each day, cyclists can choose to ride 30, 75, 50 or 100 miles on fully-supported routes beginning and ending at Union Point Park. At the conclusion of each day’s ride, cyclists are greeted by cheerful volunteers, a hot meal, ice cold beverages and live entertainment. Bicyclists and volunteers can check in from 3-9pm at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center. A bike room and mechanics will be on-site to assist riders as needed. A VIP reception is slated from 6:30-8:30pm on Friday. On Saturday and Sunday, Union Point Park is a hub of activity, with massage therapists in action to aid aching cyclists and a mini-Bike MS for young riders planned for Saturday. A reception with live music and a buffet dinner brings Saturday to a close at the civic center, while a buffet lunch is planned from 11am-6pm on Sunday. To learn more about BikeMS, or to register, call Lucy Cook at 919-792-1015 or email lucy.cook@nmss.org.

Riverside Lecture Set

Did you know that one of the most dramatic captures of a union naval vessel in the Civil War happened on the banks of the Neuse River along what is now Riverside? Or that Roper Lumber Mill in Riverside was the largest lumber mill in North Carolina and one of the largest in the southeast? Were you aware that Maola Milk and Ice Cream started in Riverside, or that the Sadler Store in Riverside was run by one of the first women in New Bern to own a business and have a driver’s license? Tim Thompson kicks off this year’s Lunch and Learn series for the New Bern Historical Society with a program filled with the interesting history of New Bern’s “other” locally designated historic district and first suburb, Riverside. “A History of the Historic Riverside Neighborhood” will be presented at 11:30am on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at The Chelsea Restaurant. Tickets are $15 for Historical Society members and $17 for nonmembers; lunch is included. Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling the New Bern Historical Society at 252-638-8558. (cont. on page 12)

New Bern Magazine

In a place where boats outnumber its residents nearly three to one, the town of Oriental is a sailor’s refuge tucked away along the Neuse River, which oddly enough, earned its named from a Union Steamship that sank 33 miles north of Hatteras, near Bodie Island. The wife of Oriental’s founder and first postmaster, Lou Midyette, is said to have seen the transom of the vessel displayed years later at a home in Manteo and found it to be the ideal name for their little waterside hamlet. Boats are not just a part of Oriental’s history, they define it. Labeled the sailing capital of North Carolina, it’s common to find residents and visitors kayaking, fishing and sailing year round. Nearly 5-6,000 sailors come in to port each year from the Intracoastal Waterway, many for the collection of regattas held throughout the year. The town boasts a plethora of activities, a wealth of award-winning artisans, an active music scene, a theater group and a thriving community spirit. The year-round ferry, which carries 30 cars, docks at Minnesott Beach, just 10 miles from Oriental, making it accessible to points east and west.

Nestled along Hwy 70 between Morehead City and New Bern, Havelock is best known as the home of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, now the largest air station in the world. From its landmark Harrier plane propped up halfway through town to the thundering sounds of passing jets, there is no mistaking the presence and effect the air station has on Havelock’s visitors and residents. A small community started in the mid-1800s, Havelock grew, in part, because of the union between Atlantic and North Carolina railroads. A depot was built at the crossing and named after British Gen. Henry Havelock. The 1940s and World War II brought with them MCAS Cherry Point and Havelock’s population exploded, from about 100 to approximately 22,500 people. Havelock enjoys visitors year round, with annual events like its NC Chili Festival and the Cherry Point Air Show, held each year in June, and natural attractions such as the Croatan National Forest and Neuse River. To learn more about Havelock, visit cityofhavelock.com. 10

New Bern Magazine

CHERRY BRANCH CHERRY BRANCH MINNESOTT FERRY MINNESOTT 20 minutes 30 cars SCHEDULE - Year-Round FERRY Free Ferry Depart - 20 minutes Depart Cherry 30 cars Minnesott Year-Round Departures Branch Beach

5:05 AM ---------Cherry Minnesott ---------- 5:25 AM Branch 5:45 AM ---------6:10 6:10 AM ----5:25AM 6:45 6:45 AM 5:45 5:45AM 7:15 7:15 AM 6:15 6:15AM 7:45 7:45 AM 6:45 6:45AM 7:15 7:15AM 8:15 8:15 AM 7:45 7:45AM 8:45 8:45 AM 8:15 8:15AM 9:15 9:15 AM 8:45 8:45AM 9:45 9:45 AM 9:15 9:15AM 10:15 10:15 AM 9:45 9:45AM 10:45 10:45 AM 10:15 10:15 11:15 AM 11:15 AM 10:45 10:45 11:45 AM 11:45 AM 11:15 11:15 12:15 PM 12:15 PM 11:45 11:45 1:15 PM 1:15 PM 12:15 12:15 1:45 PM 1:45 PM 1:15 1:15 2:15 PM 2:15 PM 1:45 1:45 2:45 2:45 PM 2:15 2:15PM 3:15 3:15 PM 2:45 2:45PM 3:45 PM 3:45 PM 3:15 3:15 4:15 4:15 PM 3:45 3:45PM 4:45 4:45 PM 4:15 4:15PM 5:25 5:15 PM 4:45 4:45PM -------------- 5:45 PM 5:15 ----5:45PM 6:15 ---------6:15 -------------- 6:45 PM ----6:45PM 7:15 ---------7:15 -------------- 7:45 PM ----7:45PM 8:15 ---------8:15 -------------- 8:45 PM ----8:45 9:15 PM ---------9:15 -------------- 9:45 PM ----9:45 10:15 PM ---------10:30 ---- ---------- 10:45 PM ----11:30 11:45 PM 12:15 AM

----12:45

12:15

Exploring Tucked away on the banks of the Neuse River, the city of New Bern offers the comforts of a modern riverside city with a historic tradition that dates back to Colonial times. In 1710, Swiss baron Christopher de Graffenried founded New Bern as the second-oldest town in North Carolina, naming the city after Bern, the Swiss capital. The bear proudly displayed throughout the city comes from the Swiss city’s name, taken from the German word “bären” or “bears.” While providing shopping and dining experiences on par with other major cities, New Bern maintains the spirit and feel of a small town. Visitors can explore 150 historic landmarks, many of which date back to the 18th century. The revitalized historic district offers visitors a variety of shops, galleries, restaurants and historic homes. Tryon Palace is one of New Bern’s most popular historic sites. Completed in 1770, Tryon Palace was built by British Governor William Tryon and served as the capital building in the later 1700s when New Bern was North Carolina’s capital. Tryon Palace hosted many famous people, including George Washington.

New Bern is also famed for a late 1800s pharmacist named Caleb Bradham. Bradham mixed syrup of coca, kola nut extracts and rare oils with carbonated water to create the fizzy beverage known today as Pepsi Cola.

New Bern Magazine

What Bay Leaf Brings India to New Bern Since opening its doors in 2012, the Bay Leaf Restaurant, 309 Middle St., has been making a mark on the palates of area diners, providing not only a new option, but a whole new cuisine from which to choose. Indian food, said co-owner Avis Price, can sometimes make people nervous, but time and time again she has been told that Bay Leaf has “made a believer” out of its diners. “The one thing that we are doing differently is that most of our dishes are very mild and we give customers a choice about how spicy they may want a certain dish. They can customize our meal to their taste,” Price said. “I think that’s a great way to get people to try Indian food for the first time – to let them control the level of spice.” Those who do give it a try are generally pleasantly surprised, she said. The site offers a large selection of grilled entries, with the aim or providing a very lean entrée. In addition, vegetarians will be pleased to find a large variety of vegetable dishes. “And everything is fresh,” said Price. “That’s a big focus for us. All fresh, all made in

the restaurant.” That includes the popular naan bread, which is seasoned in a variety of ways and baked in a clay oven when ordered. Price said the menu includes rosemary, garlic, cheese and other varieties of naan that customers rave about. A buffet is featured at lunch with rotating options, which provides a great platform for newcomers to try a little of everything. Price also recommends korma, which is mild with a light sauce base. “If you haven’t eaten Indian food before, don’t miss out … come give it a try,” said Price. “Just about everyone is very glad they did.”

RIVER CITY (cont. from page 8)

Tour the Heart of the Home

The Kitchens of New Bern Tour is a unique opportunity to visit the heart of the home in six residences across historic downtown New Bern. Capture the newest industry ideas and learn

New Bern Magazine

about state of the art products from sponsors while savoring special treats by local chefs, have your cookbook signed by noted native cookbook author Bill Smith, and enjoy a day of fun in Historic Downtown New Bern. Held as a fundraiser for the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina, the tour includes a glimpse at the humble beginnings of today’s modern kitchen technology with a tour of the Kitchen Office and Garden. Considered modern for 1770, the sights, sounds and smells of an 18th-century kitchen await guests here at Tryon Palace. Tickets are $18 in advance, $20 on the day of the event and can be purchased online at newbernkitchentour.eventbrite.com. For more information, call 252-752-4996.

Downtown Cr aven & Pollock Streets

(cont. on page 20) New Bern Magazine

Neuseworthy Thur. 5: Wine Tasting. 5-7pm. The Galley Stores on E. Front Street, New Bern, hosts an unstructured wine tasting. Cost is $5 per person. Details: 252633-4648. 6- 7, 13, 20: Paint and Wine. 7-9pm. Bear Hands Art Factory provides the know-how, guests provide the beer, wine and snacks. All materials provided. Guests will create a piece of art they can take home. Cost is $35. Details: 252-514-2187. 7-8: Bike MS: Historic New Bern Ride. Bike MS is a 2-day cycling event that raises funds to support people living with multiple sclerosis in North and South Carolina and throughout the United States. Each cyclist must raise a minimum of $300 by event weekend to participate. Details: www.msbike.org. 7, 14, 21, 28: New BernFarmer’s Market. 8am-2pm. Whether they make it, bake it, grow it or sew it you’ll find them all at the Farmer’s Market. Local artists and farmers combine their efforts to offer a full range of items from fresh spring produce to homemade breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, local honey, wines and sauces. Also find art, including pastels, aerial photography, flower arrangements, hand-

New Bern Magazine

made scarves, hats, handbags, jewelry and home décor. Details: 252-633-0043. Cedar Grove Cemetery Tours. 4pm. In collaboration with the Earl of Craven Questers and the New Bern Historical Society, members will offer tours and present a factual glimpse into the lives of more than two centuries of New Bern residents. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the Historical Society or at the cemetery gate. Details: 252635-1374. Oriental Farmer’s Market. 8-11am. The town of Oriental holds a traditional farmer’s market each Saturday morning between S. Water St. and the harbor. Expect arts and crafts and an array of produce. Kid’s Painting Club. 1:303pm. Kids learn with step-bystep instruction at Bear Hands Art Factory. Program is geared toward youngsters age 6-15. All materials included. Cost is $20. Details: www.bearhandsart.com. 10-12, 17-18: Tutor Training. 9:30am-12:30pm. The Craven Literacy Council will hold a 15hour volunteer training for new tutors. Details: 252-637-8079. Tue. 10: Fresh from the Past Movie Night. 7pm. Seating begins at 6:30pm for the Tryon Palace screening of “Who’s Killing the Great Chefs of Europe?” Free to attend, firstcome, firstserved. Details: www.tryonpalace.org. Classical Lunch. Noon1pm. The Carolina Chamber Music Festival

presents the Calyx Piano Trio and violinist Amadi Azikiwe at the Bank of the Arts. Admission is $15. Details: 252626-5419. Wed. 11: Tryon’s Tales for Tots – Life on the Water. 10-11am. You’re never too young for history. Preschoolers and parents will learn about local rivers and how important they were to the people and animals that lived near them in the past through this Tryon Palace program. Cost is $6 per child. Details: 252-639-3500 or www.tryonpalace.org. Lunch and Learn. 11:30am. The New Bern Historical Society program features lunch at The Chelsea Restaurant. Cost is $15 for members, $17 for nonmembers. The guest speaker is Tim Thompson, who will discuss the Riverside neighborhood of New Bern. Details: 252-638-8558. Civil War Roundtable. 7pm. The New Bern chapter meets at the Fireman’s Museum on Hancock Street. Meetings are free and open to the public. Details: Peter Meyer, 252-670-3670. Thur. 12: Dvorak After Work. 6-7pm. The melodies of Czech composer Antonin Dvorak are presented by the Carolina Chamber Music Festival at the NC History Center at Tryon Palace. Tickets are $20. Details: 252-626-5419. 13-15, 20-22: “12 Angry Men.” The New Bern Civic Theatre relives this courtroom classic. Performances begin at 7:30pm Thursday through Saturday with matinees starting at 2pm each Sunday. Tickets are $17 in advance, $19 at the door, $10 for students and active duty military. Details: newberncivichteatre.org.

Fri. 13: ArtWalk. 5-8pm. Downtown New Bern art galleries stay open late and feature special sidewalk and inside events, receptions, music and more. Details: 252-6382577 or cravenarts.org. Explorations – International Film Series. 2:30 & 7:30pm. “The Intouchables” is screened as part of this ongoing program at Craven Community College. Free. Details: 252-638-7351. Sat. 14: Paint & Wine – Date Night. 6-8pm. Couples are invited to Bear Hands Art Factory for a fun night of painting. All supplies are provided. Participants are welcome to bring beer, wine or other beverages along with snacks. Cost is $70 per couple. Details: 252-5142787. Classics – Old and New. 7pm. Composer in residence Amy Beth Kirsten premieres her new piano trio, Kiss to the Earth at First Baptist Church through this Carolina Chamber Music Festival presentation. Audiences are invited to a post-concert reception. Cost is $22 in advance, $25 at the door. Details: 252-626-5419. Thur. 19: African-American Lecture – Gullah Cuisine in African-American Food. 7pm. The NC History Place at Tryon Palace welcomes Charlotte Jenkins to explore the Gullah culture and demonstrate one of her famous dishes. Admission is free. Details: www.tryonpalace.org. Celebrating Judge William Gaston. 4pm. The New Bern Garden Club celebrates the 235th birthday of Judge William Gaston, North Carolina jurist, legislator and champion of religious freedom, at his gravesite in Cedar Grove Cemetery. Activities include a wreath laying, brief comments

on his life and accomplishments and a vocal rendition of the Old North State, which he wrote. Details: 252-6361621.

ue. 24: Hearing Loss AssoT ciation. 11am. The New Bern chapter meets in the common room at McCarty Court Apartments. Details: 252-635-2189.

Fri. 20: Jacob Johnson in Concert. 8pm. Jacob Johnson performs at the Trent River Coffee Company thanks to the Down East Folk Arts Society. General admission is $15; members, $12; and students, $8. Doors open at 7pm. Details: 252-646-4657. Sat. 21: New Bern Women’s Expo. 9am-4pm. Enjoy a great day out with friends and family while making a difference. The New Bern Women’s Expo offers a variety of activities, shopping and even educational sessions aimed at living a better and healthier life. Plus, half the net proceeds of the event go directly to the American Cancer Society. Admission is $3. Details: 252-635-5658 or www.encshows.com. Paint & Wine – Starry Night. 7-9pm. The classic painting is the subject matter for this popular program at Bear Hands Art Factory. All supplies are provided. Sandy Bruno instructs. Cost is $35 per person. Details: 252-5142787.

Thur. 26: Sunrise Business Update. 8-9am. Swiss Bear Downtown Development Corporation and the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce are happy to announce they are partnering to provide Sunrise Business Update, a new opportunity open to the business community. Bimonthly meetings are scheduled throughout the year at Baker’s Kitchen, 227 Middle St. Details: 252-638-5781. 27-28: Knights of Columbus Yard Sale. The popular biannual sale returns from 10am2pm on Friday and 7am-1pm on Saturday and includes antiques, collectibles, jewelry, books, household items, furniture and much more. Sale is held at 1125 Pine Tree Drive, New Bern. All proceeds benefit local charities. Details: 252-637-2322. Fri. 27: Oktoberfest. 6-9pm. The New Bern Breakfast Rotary Club celebrates the German holiday with food and (cont. on page 16) New Bern Magazine

Neuseworthy (cont. from page 15) traditional accompaniments at the New Bern Farmer’s Market. Details: www.newbernrotary.org. Jesse Stockton Performs. 5pm. Bear Town Market hosts Jesse Stockton in the Beer Garden as a fundraiser for the New Bern Fireman’s Museum. Details: 252-637-0022. “Dead Man’s Cell Phone.” The Old Theater Corp and the New Bern Civic Theatre present this imaginative comedy by author Sarah Ruhl at the Old Theater in Oriental. Details: www.oldtheater.org. 28-30: New Bern Friends of the Library Sale. The biannual sale raises funds to help support special projects at the New Bern Library. Held from

9am-5pm on Friday and Saturday, noon-4:30pm on Sunday in the basement of the Sudan Shriners building. Details: 252-638-7800. Sat. 28: Kitchens of New Bern Tour. 10am-4pm. Guests will be able to visit the heart of the home – the kitchen – through this unique tour to benefit the Food Bank. Special tastings by local chefs included. Details: www.newbern.foodbankcenc. org. 3 String Band Performs. 2 7:30pm. This electrifying bluegrass band visit the Old Theatre, Oriental, as part of the Pamlico Musical Society’s concert season. Details: www. pamlicomusic.org.

Fall Family Day & Teacher’s Day. 9am-3:30pm. Families of all ages can enjoy interactive crafts and activities at Tryon Palace with activities designed for school age children. Free admission for teachers. Details: www.tryonpalace.org. Indoor Garage Sale. 711am. New Bern Parks & Recreation will hold an indoor garage sale at the West New Bern Recreation Center, 1225 Pine Tree Drive. Shoppers can expect clothes, housewares and more. Sun. 29: 32nd Annual CROP Hunger Walk. 12-5pm. The annual CROP Hunger Walk helps fight hunger in the area. Begins and ends at Union Point Park. Details: 252-288-4927.

SOUND (cont. from page 6) the artists. Thanks to support from Public Radio East, the September festival includes a Classical Lunch from noon-1pm on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at the Bank of the Arts. Violist Amadi Azikiwe joins the Calyx Piano Trio for an afternoon of classics featuring music by Bach and Martinu alongside Beethoven’s “Trio in Eb Major, Op. 70 No. 2.” Tickets are $15. From 6-7pm on Thursday, Sept. 12, Dvorak After Work at the NC History Center at Tryon Palace spotlights the rousing rhythms and folk melodies of Czech composer Antonin Dvorak. Music includes Slavonic Dances for piano fourhands and the popular “American Quartet.” The evening is hosted by Finley Woolston of Public Radio East and audiences are invited to a wine and cheese reception immediately following the concert. Tickets are $20. The festival rolls to a close at 7:30pm onSaturday, Sept. 14 with Classics, Old and New at 16

New Bern Magazine

First Baptist Church on Middle Street. Celebrated composer Amy Beth Kirsten leads the evenings. A post-concert reception is planned to meet the artists. Admission is $22 in advance, $25 at the door. Tickets are available by calling 252-6265419. To learn more about the 11th Carolina Chamber Music Festival, contact the Craven Arts Council at 252-638-2577 or visit www.carolinachambermusic.org.

New Bern Magazine

ARTS Courtroom Drama at Athens

The New Bern Civic Theatre brings the classic “12 Angry Men” to the stage at the historic Athens Theater Sept. 13-15 & 20-22. Shows begin at 7:30pm Friday and Saturday with a 2pm matinee each Sunday. Admission is $17 in advance, $19 at the door, $10 for students and active duty military. Adapted by Sherman Sergel and based on the Emmy award-winning television movie by Reginald Rose, the play traces the fate of a 19-year-old man who has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. “He doesn’t stand a chance,” mutters the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room. It looks like an open-and-shut case – until one of the jurors begins opening the others’ eyes to the facts. It becomes personal and a new murder threat is born before their eyes. Tempers get short, arguments grow heated and the jurors become 12 angry men. The jurors’ final verdict and how they reach it will electrify you and keep you on the edge of your seat. Advance tickets can be purchased by calling 252-633-0567. To learn more, visit newberncivictheatre.org.

tainer of qualities or feelings. A mix of functional, beautiful, outlandish and concept vessels will be on display. New Bern ArtWorks, known for the unusual, has gathered a group of regional potters, sculptors and ceramic artists who have combined to produce a colorful and interesting array of vessels. The show will stretch your imagination as it has the artists in terms of the boundaries of “the vessel.” New Bern ArtWorks is located at 323 Pollock St. To learn more, call 252-634-9002 or visit www.newbernartworks.com.

Evolution of Carolina Creations

No Boundaries at ArtWorks

New Bern ArtWorks Fine Art Gallery is presenting the No Boundaries Vessel Exhibit Sept. 13-Oct. 31. A reception will be held from 5-8pm on Friday, Sept. 13 during ArtWalk to welcome the work. Vessel (/ves.el/): hollow or concave utensil, as a cup, bowl, pitcher, or vase used as a container; a craft designed to navigate on the water; a duct, canal or other tube that contains or conveys a body of fluid in an animal or plant; a person as a con18

New Bern Magazine

Carolina Creations Fine Art and Contemporary Craft Gallery at 317 Pollock St. will feature the work of Lou Plummer in September and October. The opening reception for her show, Evolution, will take place from 5-8pm on Friday, Sept. 13 during ArtWalk. Plummer creates collage from papers handmade by her and others. Before working with paper Lou spent many years as a professional photographer but always longed to work with her hands. After attending a class at the John C. Campbell School in Brasstown she found her calling. Claudia Lee has been her teacher and mentor ever since. The paper Lou uses is created by first beating down fiber into pulp. The pulp can be used in its natural state or dyes can be added for color. The pulp is then drained through a screen (mould) and laid down. Water is removed by pressing and drying to make paper. Plummer has chosen to title her show Evolution to show the progression from her first experiments with paper to her current expression through collage. For more information contact the gallery at 252633-4369, email info@carolinacreations.com or visit www.carolinacreations.com.

MARKET Antiques & Collectibles

JL Kirkman’s Antique Mall, 1198 Hwy 17 N, Bridgeton, a unique mall filled with treasures past & present; antique furniture, home décor, ephemera, antique books, costume jewelry, records, pottery, art & much more! Mon.-Fri. 9am6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, 252634-2745 or jlkirkmans.com (H-11).

Arts Galleries & Crafts

The Accidental Artist, 219-A Craven St., in historic downtown New Bern is a paintyour-own-pottery studio. Relax & have fun in this creative setting. No experience necessary & all ages are welcome! Bring your own refreshments. Groups, parties or individuals. Open studio time daily. We gladly arrange shipping, 252634-3411 or theaccidentalartistnc.com (R-19). Carolina Creations Fine Art & Contemporary Craft Gallery, 317 Pollock St., features wonderful handcrafted gifts by over 250 North American artists. Artists include Janet & Michael Francouer, Hank Goodman, Peter James, Mary Page Whitley & many others. Blown glass, NC pottery, handcrafted jewelry, paintings and prints. Bridal registry. Open 7 days a week, 252-633-4369, carolinacreations.com (R-19). Martin Henry Designs, 504 Guion St., local Martin Henry is a nationally known artist selling his designs throughout the US. Visit a working studio and gallery where you will find an array of metal sculptures for both home and garden. Martin Henry Designs also offers a beautiful labyrinth for spiritual thought and meditation. Plenty of parking. Just four blocks from Tryon Palace on the corner of George and Guion streets (E-9).

New Bern ArtWorks & Company, located in Studio 323 – home of working artisans – 323 Pollock St. A fine arts gallery representing regional and nationally recognized artists featuring a wide range of styles and mediums. Open Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm. Details: 252-634-9002 or newbernartworks.com (R-18). Weaver’s Webb & Gallery, 602 Pollock St., constantly enriches their collection of fine yarns for knitting and crocheting as well as supplies, patterns and books for knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross stitch, and weaving. Yearround classes. Make your projects unique with ideas, yarn, patterns and help in putting it all together. We ship. Hours: 10am-5pm, Mon.-Sat., 252514-2681, weaverswebb.com (R-17) .

Entertainment & Attractions

Tryon Palace, where guided tours, live reenactments and conversations with costumed interpreters from centuries past bring history to life in vivid detail at the Governor’s Palace, Gardens and Historic Homes. And, at the new high-tech NC History Center, interactive games and hands-on exhibits delight visitors young and old, 252-639-3500, www.tryonpalace.org (R-15).

Food, Wine & Gourmet

Bay Leaf Restaurant, 309 Middle St., brings a little spice to downtown New Bern with its authentic Indian cuisine. Lunch buffet and plenty of vegetarian options, all made fresh daily. Call 252-638-5323 (Q-18). Bear Towne Java, 323 Middle St., New Bern’s premier coffeehouse & cafe serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, an array of desserts, fresh juice smooth-

ies, shakes, assorted teas & wonderful iced & hot coffee & espresso beverages; open 7am, 252-633-7900 (R-18). Cow Café, 319 Middle St., New Bern’s only four hoof restaurant, featuring a full lunch and supper menu along with delicious treats, including ice cream, GourMoo popcorn and more. Check out Cow Café’s Dairy Mooseum, a treat for all ages. Call 252-672-9269 (Q-18). El Tequila Mexican Restaurant, 2037 S. Glenburnie Road, offering selections that set them apart, this popular eatery has been adding a little bit of spice to New Bern’s dining options since 2009. Menu includes everyone’s favorites as well as house specialties. Call 252-633-2958 or visit wwweltequilamexicanrestaurant. com. Neuse River Winery, 169 Morris Creek Lane, Oriental. Small batch artisanal winery specializes in American/French hybrid grapes that grow well in the Eastern North Carolina climate. The tasting room open Thur.-Sat. 11am-6pm or by appointment, 252-249-1503. Ribeye’s Steakhouse, 313 Pollock St., enjoy a night out with family and friends at one of New Bern’s favorite restaurants. Serving only high quality, USDA steaks, endless salad bar and a full menu of grilled items, 252-288-5814, www.ribeyessteakhouse.com.

Real Estate

Century 21 Sail/Loft, 1000 Broad St., Oriental, is the waterfront realty specialist with more than 30 years experience in Oriental and Pamlico County. The team is standing by to help you choose a home in one of the most relaxing places in Eastern North Carolina. For information, call 252-249-1787 or 800-327-4189. (cont. on page 21) New Bern Magazine

A New Bern City Map

B C D E F G H I J 1

9 10 11 Historic Downtown New Bern

L M N O P Q R S NORTH CAROLINA HISTORY CENTER

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20

New Bern Magazine

MARKET (cont. from page 19) Tab Premium Built Homes has been designing and building homes from 1,200 to 36,000 square feet for clients all over Eastern North Carolina since 1991. These homes are designed to be unique and different while typically exceeding the state building code requirements. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and make the home building process easy and fun. For more information, call 252-638-8310 or visit info@tabpremiumbuilthomes.com (G-7). Trent River Realty, Inc., 48 Shoreline Drive & 333 Middle St., can handle all your real estate needs. Whether you’re buying or selling, Trent River Realty is dedicated to making your real estate experience a great one. Call 252-672-8412, 252-633-1442 or visit trentriverrealty.com (Q-18).

Specialty Shops, Gifts, Clothing

Bern Bear Gifts, 301 Pollock St., New Bern’s original souvenir & gift source for European imports & city/state souvenirs. Emphasis on Bern, Switzerland, our “Mother City.” All flags, Tshirts, chocolates, nice selection of English teapots, musical notions, German nutcrackers, cuckoo clocks & steins. Visitor information too, phone/fax 252-637-2300 (R-19). Branch’s Furniture, 309 Pollock St. and 215 E. Front St., Branch’s furniture specializes in items for the home and office since 1949. Check out the Branch’s Furniture Annex at 215 E. Front St. for a great selection of outdoor furniture for your custom outdoor living space. Call 252-633-4400 or visit www.branchsfurniture. com (Q-18, R-20). Four C’s, 252 Middle St., offers unique gifts, T-shirts & toys, plus active clothing from Columbia, Woolrich & Atlantis.

Also sandals, shoes & boots by Teva, Naot, Dansko & Colombia. Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 11am-3pm. Great gifts for all ages, free gift wrapping, 252-636-3285 (R-18). Jan’s Hallmark, in the New Bern Mall, 3100 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., is the perfect stop for all your gift shopping. Hallmark cards, candles and a variety of collectibles, including Precious Moments, Willow Tree, Jim Shore, Lolita Glasses and a variety of seasonal and everyday items. Call 252-6381585 or visit www.jans-hallmark.com. Mitchell Hardware, 215 Craven St., a New Bern tradition for 100 years offers a complete line of hardware, gifts, cast iron & enamelware, crockery, pottery, cookbooks & more! It’s great browsing in a yesteryear setting with everything you need … today. Mon.-Fri. 6:30am-5:30pm, Sat. 6:30am5pm, 252-638-4261, mitchellhardwareonline.com (R-19). Tryon Palace Museum Store, 529 S. Front St., located in the NC History Center, offers a wide assortment of specialty products, including books, food, plants, pottery and fine crafts, jewelry, tabletop objects, toys and more. 252-6393532 (R-15). Twice as Nice, 224 Craven St., is an upscale consignment boutique featuring high quality women’s, men’s and children’s clothing and accessories, home décor, and furniture items at reasonable prices. Open Mon.-Fri. 10-6pm, Sat. 10-5pm and Sun. 12-4pm (March thru Dec.), 252-6334432 (R-19). VashTi Lifestyle Clothing, locally owned and operated by Lynne and Tom Janyssek, offers corporate to casual, lifestyle clothing for men and women in the heart of historic downtown New Bern. Call 252-5146720 or find them on Face-

book (R-18)

Transportation & Business Services

Bridget Ipock – Farm Bureau Insurance, 2305 Hwy 70 E, New Bern. Located in the James City area, Bridget is prepared to discuss all your insurance needs, from life to property to auto. Call her today at 252-637-3437 or email bridget. ipock@ncfb.com. Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, 200 Terminal Drive in New Bern is close, convenient & connected. Now offering more airlines for more convenience: US Airways Express & announcing new Delta Connection Service provided by Atlantic Southeast Airlines. Visit NewBernAirport.com for more info. Wayfarers Cove, 1107 Bennett, Arapahoe, on the Neuse River, this hurricane-protected, fullservice, 150-slip marina offers a permanent home to boats of all designs and sizes. With the 60-ton travel lift we assist with everything from routine repairs to complete overhauls. Stop by our Ship’s Store for service, supplies and scuttlebutt, 252249-0200.

New Bern Magazine

ADVERTISER Transportation Services

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport. . . . . . . . 9 Wayfarers Cove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

El Tequila Mexican Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . 4 Neuse River Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Ribeyes Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Antiques and Collectibles

Professional Services

JL Kirkman’s Antique Mall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Arts, Entertainment & Attractions Accidental Artist, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Carolina Creations Fine Art & Contemporary Craft Gallery. . . . . . . . . 13 Foodbank of NC Kitchens Tour. . . . . . . . . 17 Martin Henry Designs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 New Bern ArtWorks & Company . . . . . . . 13 Tryon Palace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Weavers Webb Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Food, Wine & Gourmet

Bay Leaf Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Bakers Kitchen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Bear Towne Java. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Cow Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

New Bern Magazine

Farm Bureau Insurance, Bridget Ipock . . . 22 Lynaire Kennels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Real Estate & Development

Century 21 – Sail/Loft Realty. . . . . . . . . . . 23 Tab Premium Built Homes . . . . . Back Cover Trent River Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Specialty Shops, Gifts & Clothing Bern Bear Gifts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Branch’s Furniture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Four C’s, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Jan’s Hallmark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 11 Mitchell Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Peacock’s Plume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Twice as Nice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 VashTi Lifestyle Clothing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

New Bern Magazine