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FEATURES Vol. 34, #12  December 2013 Publisher: Diane Tyler Managing Editor: Amanda Dagnino Editor: Katie Coleman Director of Sales: Ashly Willis 252-342-2334 or sales@nccoast.com Sales Representative: Jamie Bailey 252-241-9485 or jbailey@nccoast.com Creative Director: Kim LaChance Design/Layout: Kyle Dixon Graphic Design: 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 Distribution Asst.: Ricardo Rivrea Pre-Press: Corey Giesey Business Manager: Georgia Lewis Commercial Print: Andrea Vangelist, Amy Krysa On the cover: Photo. New Bern Convention and Visitors Bureau.

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Beary Merry Christmas It’s that time of year again, Beary Merry Christmas in New Bern. Each year, the city expands its decorations and adds more lights to downtown New Bern. Santa has already settled into his house in Bear Plaza and will be on hand to hear children’s Christmas wishes every Friday,

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Saturday and Sunday until Christmas.

Beary Merry Christmas encompasses many of the holiday events that take place in December in New Bern. One of the most exciting events happening for the first time this year is the Sledding and Shopping Sunday, from 1-4pm on Sunday, Dec. 15. On that day, expect to see an unusual sight on Craven Street – snow. Not just the couple of inches that sometimes fall during the coldest of winters. There will be enough snow for sledding and an entire afternoon of fun. Kids can sled down a ramp on Craven and S. Front streets, and there will be a place where kids can play in the snow.

Expect to see some shops and galleries with extended hours and specialty shows to help with one of a kind Christmas presents. Carolina Creations is hosting “Make This a Hand Crafted Holiday.” The show consists of hand-crafted and hand-blown ornaments, jewelry, paintings and clay by gallery artists. The gallery is also showing a collection of hand-crafted nativities.

Jan Francoeur, owner of Carolina Creations, said, “We will be serving spiced cider every Sunday in December and we’ve heard Bernie the Bear will drop by on Dec. 14 at about 1pm.”

While the businesses in downtown are certainly getting in on the fun during the holiday season, there are plenty of events throughout the month covering a variety of interests. The NC Symphony is returning this year with Holiday Pops, featuring classical yuletide favorites and the ever popular sing-a-long. Take advantage of the open door policy during two separate tours,

one for bed and breakfasts and the other for historic homes. For those wanting something more active, the Holiday Hustle 5K, 10K or 1mile fun run is sponsored by Craven Smart Start.

Enjoy some homemade cookies, crafts and food gifts at the 15th annual Cookie Walk on Dec. 14. Stop in and have a lunch of homemade soups, freshly prepared sandwiches and desserts with the proceeds going to support Outreach Ministries. The Mistletoe March returns for its

second year on Dec. 14, starting at the New Bern Chamber of Commerce and ending at the New Bern Civic Theatre for a special screening of “The Polar Express.”

The month-long Beary Merry Christmas brings the community together with a variety of events, from the Christmas tree lighting on Dec. 6 to the Community Sing in front of Christ Episcopal Church on Dec. 19. Whether you fancy crafts, homemade food, classic holiday movies or traditional carols, there is something for everyone in New Bern to enjoy. For a complete list of events, visit www.bearymerrychristmas.com.

HOLIDAY EVENTS Fri. 6: Christmas Gala. 6:30pm. Riverfront Convention Center.

Sat. 7: CarolinaEast Foundation’s Breakfast with Santa. 8, 9:30 & 11am, 12:30 & 2pm.

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New Bern Christmas Parade. 3pm.

Coastal Christmas Flotilla. 5:30-7:30pm.

Union Point Park.

Crafting Christmas Ornament Workshop.

10, 10:30, 11 & 11:30am. NC History Center.

Sun. 8: Bed & Breakfast Open House. 2-5pm.

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Sat. 14: Holiday Hustle. 8am. Union Point Park.

Cookie Walk. 10am-1pm. Christ Episcopal Church Ministry Center.

Holly and Ivy Homes Tour. 10:30am3:30pm. Downtown New Bern.

Bernie’s Beary Merry Mistletoe March.

1:30-5pm. Chamber of Commerce.

Seasons of Delight - Candlelight Masquerade. 5-9pm. Tryon Palace.

Sun. 15: Sledding and Shopping Sunday. 14pm. Craven Street.

Tue. 17: Messiah Chorus. 7:30pm. Centenary Methodist Church.

Thur. 19: Community Sing. 6-7pm. Christ Episcopal Church.

Sat. 21: Santa Paws on Parade. 9am. Front and Craven streets.

Seasons of Delight: Candlelight Masquerade. 5-9pm. Tryon Palace.

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90 Years of Preserving History

ing echo the names of many families still in New “Persons interested in the organization of a Bern today, and those names appear on many Historical Society in New Bern are asked to be of the historic homes still standing. Attendance present at a meeting to be held at the home of at each meeting was taken by roll call. Each Mrs. Richard Duffy, on Johnson Street, tonight member was to respond, as they were at 8:30 o’clock.” called, with an interesting This notice appeared in the New fact about New Bern hisBern Sun on April tory. As the society began 19, 1923, anto collect information, nouncing the ineach item was made in augural meeting artin Henry 1 4/8/13 2:06 PM Page 1 triplicate – one for the of thesmall Newad_Layout Bern society, one for the state Historical Society. office in Raleigh and An enthusiastic one for the local library. group of 19 met that This collection became evening forming the the basis of the historiorganization whose cal collection in the aim was “the preserCraven County Library vation of the wealth today. of historic material to The society grew through the first decade, and be found in New Bern in 1929, the society initiated plans that resulted for future generations.” in the wildly successful New Bern Historic Cele This year marks the 90th anniversary of the bration and Pageant of 1929. In attendance were preservation society. the Secretary of the Swiss Legation in Washing The names of those present at the first meet-

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Enjoying a Celtic Christmas

Jennifer Licko is bringing Celtic music to New Bern for the holiday season. New Bern CivicTheatre is hosting the Jennifer Licko Band for Celtic Christmas at 7:30pm on Saturday, Dec. 7 and at 2pm on Sunday, Dec. 8.

The music of the holiday season has strong roots in Celtic traditions. Licko will be singing familiar Christmas sons in English, Scots Gaelic and Irish Gaelic. Irish guitarist Patsy O’Brien will also share

some of the Christmas songs and traditions he experienced growing up in Cork, Ireland. To add some bluegrass to her traditional Celtic sound, Zack Kline will be adding his fiddle to the band.

Featured on NPR as an international touring artist, Jennifer Licko has proven herself as a respected musician within the Celtic genre while acquiring fans outside of that niche. Jennifer masterfully combines Appalachian music of her North Carolina roots with the traditional Celtic music of her ancestors.

This show is sure to breathe new life into old favorites. For ticket information, visit www. newberncivictheatre.org.

ARTcrawl through Exhibits

Downtown New Bern is home to many talented artists, and they will be on display on Friday, Dec. 13.

ARTcrawl focuses on promoting the talent of more than 400 creative people in New Bern and lists between 40 and 70 locations of exhibits, performances, artistic demonstrations and sculptural installations throughout the downtown area. The monthly event is supported by a new artist organization, Community Artist Will.

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During ARTcrawl, visit local shops, galleries and restaurants to view exhibits and works created by local artisans. The Isaac Taylor Garden will house live music, painters and sculptors demonstrating their craft and booths for nonprofit organizations to hand out information.

One of the featured artists this month is Chris Buttitta, whose exhibit, “In Memory of Broad Street Social Club,” can be viewed at MJ’s Raw Bar. Using representations of contemporary pop and music culture, Buttitta defines the portraits in stark contrast of negative and positive space.

ARTcrawl will be held from 5-8pm. For more information, check out the Community Artist Will at www.communityartistwill.com.

The Gravy Boys Perform

The Pamlico Musical Society presents The Gravy Boys at Oriental’s Old Theater at 7:30pm on Saturday, Dec. 7. The Gravy Boys hail from the Triangle and perform acoustic Americana music that draws deep from the well of the country’s diverse musical heritage. Their high energy shows feature heartfelt vocal harmonies, boot-stomping rhythms, lively stage banter and honest musicianship.

The band has released three CDs of original music, “Crackerjack Whistle” (2012), “Dust Bowl

Lover” (2009) and “Workin’ the Angels for Handouts” (2007). The Gravy Boys are storytellers who spin their tales through tight, brother-duet vocals over a vintage acoustic backdrop. The band takes classic American themes and brings them into the present day with an authentic passion that resonates with all who listen.

For an entertaining night, visit Oriental’s Old Theater. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets are $20. Visit the Pamlico Musical Society at www.pamlicomusic. org for ticket information.

A Christmas Classic

Ratio Theatre Company in New Bern is presenting “A Christmas Carol,” adapted from the book by Charles Dickens. The performance is held at the Orringer Auditorium at Craven Community College. Focusing on Dickens’ powerful language, humor and warmth, this charming version of “A Christmas Carol” simply and directly tells the story of the redemption of a human soul.

This version of the holiday classic is directed by Michael McGinn. The show starts at 7:30pm on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13-14. The matinee performance is at 2pm on Sunday, Dec. 15. Tickets are $15 for adults, $8 for students and $5 for children. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ratiotheatre.org or at the Ratio Box Office located at 901 Pollock St., New Bern. (cont. on page 12)

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Holiday Pops Returns

The NC Symphony returns to New Bern for a classical take on holiday tunes with Holiday Pops. A North Carolina tradition, the symphony’s holiday show brings all the joy and excitement of the season straight to the Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern. Enjoy yuletide favorites, orchestral masterworks, the ever-popular Christmas carol singa-long and much more.

The performance will be led by resident conductor William Henry Curry. This is his eighteenth season with the NC Symphony and serves as the artistic director for the Rex Healthcare Summerfest Series and all NC Symphony summer programs. He has also served as music director of the Durham Symphony Orchestra since 2009.

Make Holiday Pops a new holiday tradition this year at 7pm on Tuesday, Dec. 10. Tickets may be purchased through the NC Symphony Box Office, at the Riverfront Convention Center in person during its regular business hours or at the door one hour prior to

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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.

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This 18th century candlelit celebration will

surprise Tryon Palace visitors with a new perspective on holidays past and present. Costumed performers, magicians, daring feats of skill and agility, dancing

and a rare glimpse of the Governor’s Palace by candlelight are a staple of this annual event.

Visit the palace from 5-9pm on Dec. 14 and Dec. 21 for this holiday celebration.

This year it is the eve of Revolution, and the world is topsy-turvy as the Governor’s Palace is transformed for the holidays into a vivid tableau of the four seasons. Both nights include a traditional Jonkonnu celebration of music and dancing just outside the Palace gates, a performance by the Fife and Drum Corps. Other performers include Levram the Great on (cont. on page 24)

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.

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Tour the Town for the Holidays During December, New Bern is decorated from trees to lamp posts in all things Christmas.

Lights and bows line the streets of downtown putting visitors and locals in the holiday spirit.

Take advantage of the festive scenery by going on the Holly and Ivy Homes Tour and the Bed & Breakfast Open House.

For the holidays, bed and breakfasts in downtown New Bern take the opportunity to dress up the inns in garlands and decorations, and then open the doors to the public. Drop in for the Bed & Breakfast Open House from 2-5pm on Sunday, Dec. 8. There is no fee to participate in this event. Take a stroll down Pollock Street and make a stop at the seven participating bed and breakfasts including the Aerie Bed and Breakfast, The Hanna House Bed and Breakfast, The Captain’s Stay and Sail Inn. During the open house, look forward to free refreshments, staff dressed in Dickens costumes and live Christmas carols.

New Bern residents open up their private residences in the historic district for the Holly and Ivy Homes Tour, sponsored by the New Bern Woman’s Club. For 15 years, generous homeowners have been opening their beautifully decorated homes to folks from near and far. All are delightfully decorated for the holiday season. Enjoy cookies and hot cider from the “Sugar Plum” House and be sure to pick up a package of New Bern snow scene note cards.

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The tour runs from 10:30am-3:30pm on Saturday, Dec. 14. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 the day of the tour and can be purchased at the Bank of the Arts, Harris Teeter on S. Glenburnie Road or over the phone with a credit card by calling 252-638-2577. All proceeds from the tour go toward local charities and community projects.

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Neuseworthy Sun. 1: Havelock Tree Lighting. 3-5pm. The annual tree lighting ceremony includes a visit from a special holiday guest. Details: www.havelocknc.us.

Asian Games Club of New Bern. 2pm. A meeting of the Asian Games Club will be held at the Trent River Coffee Co. The featured game for each meeting is taught with English instructions. Medieval European games are also offered this month. Free to attend. Details: 252-514-2030.

Mon. 2: A Novel Idea Book Club. 1pm. Held in the conference room at the New BernCraven County Public Library, this month’s featured selection is “Shadowlands” by C.S. Lewis. The club is free. The book is available in the library. Details: 252-638-7800.

3, 7, 10, 14, 21, 28: New Bern Farmer’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. Details: 252-633-0043.

Wed. 4: Intermediate Internet Computer Class.

10:15am. Conference room of the New Bern Public Library. Advanced Registration is required.

Thur. 5: Artist of the Month Reception. 7pm. The New Bern Public Library’s featured artist for December 20

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is Cora Mae Pipkin. Her specialties include watercolors, collage, batik, watermedia art and calligraphy. The reception is free. Refreshments will be served. Hayden H. Jones Auditorium. Details: 252-6387800.

Fri. 6: Christmas Gala.

6:30pm. The New Bern Riverfront Convention Center plays host to this celebration of the season. Guests can expect cocktails, hors d-oeuvres, dinner, gourmet dessert and live entertainment by “Sleeping Booty.” Tickets are $60 and must be purchased in advance. Details: 2013christmasgalcom.

New Bern Tree Lighting Ceremony. 6pm. Visit the Doubletree by Hilton to watch the tree lighting ceremony followed by musical performances and an appearance by Santa. Details: www.downtownnewbern.blogspot.com.

7, 14, 21, 28: 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. Ex-

pect arts and crafts and an array of produce.

7-8: Celtic Christmas. Take a break from the busy holiday shopping and join New Bern Civic Theatre as it presents a special Christmas concert

by Jennifer Licko. There will be an evening performance at 7:30pm on Saturday and a matinee at 2pm on Sunday.

Details: www.newberncivictheatre.org.

Sat. 7: Coastal Christmas Flotilla. 5:30pm. New Bern Parks & Recreation is sponsoring the 29th annual Coastal Christmas Flotilla at Union Point Park.

Santa will greet children at the park at the conclusion of the flotilla. Details: 252-639-2902.

CarolinaEast Breakfast with Santa. The CarolinaEast Foundation will host Breakfast with Santa at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center with seatings at 8, 9:30 & 11am and 12:30 and 2pm. Be sure to get a reservation, this event always sells out. Children and adults are $17 per person. Details: 252-633-8247.

The Gravy Boys Perform.

7:30pm. Pamlico Musical Soci-

ety presents The Gravy Boys at Oriental’s Old Theater. Tickets are $20. Details: 252-249-3670 or www.pamlicomusic.org.

New Bern Christmas Parade. 3pm. Craven County Jaycees bring the Christmas spirit to New Bern. The money raised and toys donated are used to provide a “Here Comes Santa” party for area mentally and physically challenged youth in Craven County. Details: www. cravencountyjaycees.org.

Crafting Christmas Ornament Workshop. 10, 10:30, 11 and 11:30am.

This free workshop inspires young artists (ages 5-10) with a fun way to make, decorate and take home a pinwheel ornament that can be enjoyed for many Christmases to come.

The workshop is held at the North Carolina History Center and each class is limited to 18 children.

Preregistration is encouraged.

Details: www. tryonpalace.org.

A Coastal Carolina Christmas Arts, Crafts & Gifts Show. 9am-4pm. This show at the Craven County Fairgrounds features unique hand-crafted items made by more than 80 local and visiting artists, including jewelry, painted items, woodworks, candles, shell art creations, clothing, basket weaving, books, dolls and garden items. Food vendors will be on site. Cost is $4, children under 12 are free.

Details: 252-249-0486 or 252249-2802.

“A Dickens of a Christmas.”

3pm. The Friends of the New Bern Public Library present this talk by Dr. Elliot Engel on how Charles Dickens changed Christmas forever by writing “A Christmas Carol” in 1843.

One performance only, this is a ticketed event, and tickets are available at the library circulation desk. Refreshments will be served. Details: 252638-7800.

Sun. 8: Bed & Breakfast Holiday Open House. 2-5pm.

Take a peek inside New Bern’s bed and breakfasts. Tour historic homes, enjoy beautiful decorations, live Christmas carols, free refreshments and more. Details: 252-636-5553.

9-10: CarolinaEast Jewelry Sale. 8am-4pm. The CarolinaEast Auxiliary sets up the sale in the front lobby of CarolinaEast Hospital. Details: www.carolinaeasthealth.com.

Mon. 9: Kindle Basics. 2:30pm.

Held in the conference room at the New Bern-Craven County Public Library. Advance registration is required. Details: 252-638-7800.

Tue. 10: Fresh from the Past Movie Night. 7pm. There will be a screening of “Chocolat” at the Tryon Palace Waystation, directly across from the palace front gate. Seating for this film is first-come, first-served. Free.

Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

NC Symphony – Holiday Pops.

7:00pm. A North Carolina tradition, the symphony’s holiday show brings all the joy and excitement of the season straight to the Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern. Cost is $36 for adults and $10 for students. Details: 877-627-6724 or www.ncsymphony. org.

Irish Music Session.

7-9pm. Held at the Trent River Coffee Company in New Bern, this monthly session will feature traditional Irish music. Free. Details: 252-514-2030.

Beginning Internet Computer Class.

10:15am. Held in the conference room at the New Bern Public Library. Advance registration is required. Details: 252-638-7800.

Wed. 11: Tryon’s Tales for Tots – The Twelve Days of Christmas. 10-11am. Preschoolers and parents will visit the Stanly house and learn how the family celebrated Christmas. Space is (cont. on page 22) New Bern Magazine

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(cont. from page 21) limited to 20 children. Cost is $6 per child with one accompanying adult for free. Details: 252-639-3500.

Nook Tablet Class. 2:30pm.

Held in the conference room at the New Bern Public Library. Advance registration is required. Details: 252-6387800.

Thur. 12: Beginning Internet Computer Class. 10:15am.

Held in the conference room at the New Bern Public Library. Advance registration is required. Details: 252-6387800.

13-15: A Christmas Carol. Ratio Theatre Company in New Bern is presenting “A Christmas Carol,” adapted from the book by Charles Dickens at the Orringer Auditorium at Craven Community College. The show starts at 8pm on Friday and Saturday and at 2pm on Sunday. Cost is $15 for adult, $8 for students with ID and $5 for children under 12. Details: www.ratiotheatre.org.

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Fri. 13: ARTcrawl. 5-8pm.

Make your way through galleries, shops, restaurants and gardens in downtown New Bern to see exhibits and performances by local artists. Details: www. communityartistwill.com or 252-649-1712.

14-15: Oriental’s Spirit of Christmas. Festivities start with volunteers putting together luminaries on Friday. Townsfolk and visitors are entertained by local choral groups, single and ensemble musicians, Christmas puppets, decorated boats, a parade and the illumination of the Tree of Lights. Free. Details: 252-675-9989.

14 & 21: Seasons of Delight – A Candlelight Masquerade. 59pm. This 18th century candlelit celebration will surprise Tryon Palace visitors with a new perspective on holidays past and present.

Cost is $20 per adult,

$15 for foundation members and advance tickets purchased before Dec. 1 and $10 for students. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Sat. 14: Holly & Ivy Historic Homes Tour. 10:30am3:30pm. The New Bern Women’s Club will host its annual

Holly & Ivy Historic Homes Tour during the holiday season. Details: maryjofox2@ gmail.com.

Christ Church Cookie Walk.

10am-1pm. The 15th annual Christ Church Cookie Walk is held at the Ministry Center in New Bern. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at the Cookie Walk Café while listening to the music of the Middle Street Moods. Details: www.christchurchnewbern.com.

Holiday Hustle. 8am. Craven Smart Start is hosts this annual family fun run at Union Point Park. The race includes a jingle bell job 5K, tinsel 10K and a 1-mile family fun run with Santa. Details: www.cravensmartstart.org.

Beary Merry Mistletoe March. 1:30-5pm. March through downtown New Bern to the sounds of the holidays and end at the New Bern Civic Theatre and enjoy an exclusive showing of “The Polar Express.” Everyone is encouraged to wear holiday pajamas.

Seating for the movie is limited to 300. The screening is free but tickets must be picked up in advance at the New Bern Chamber of Commerce. Details: 252-637-3111.

Havelock Christmas Parade. 2:30pm. Get in the holiday spirit with this parade that runs down East Main Street and ends at Cunningham Boulevard.

Details: www. havelocknc.us.

MERCI Clinic Pancake Breakfast.

6:4510:30am. Come to Morgan’s for a pancake breakfast benefit for the MERCI Clinic.

The plate includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and fresh

cut fruit, all with unlimited refills. Cost is $8. Details: 252636-2430.

Sun. 15: Sledding and Shopping Sunday. 1-4pm. Meteorologists are predicting snow on Craven Street. This event includes lots of activities for the kids and a canned food drive for Religious Community Services. Details: www.bearymerrychristmas.com.

Tues. 17: Messiah Chorus.

7:30pm. Handel’s Messiah performs at Centenary Methodist Church. Open rehearsal is at 3pm and the performance is at 7:30pm. Details: 866-2924192.

Wed. 18: Mommy & Me. 9:3010:30am. This program is held at the Stanley White Recreation Center and offers a great way for kids to work on their mobile and communication skills.

Mommy & Me is designed for children ages 0-5. Details: Ashley Parham at 252-639-2913 or parhama@newbern-nc.org.

Thur. 19: Community Sing.

7pm. Get in the holiday spirit by joining carolers from across the community singing favorite Christmas carols. Meet in the yard of the Christ Episcopal

Church on Pollock Street. Details: 252-633-2109.

Fri. 20: Friday Flicks.

7:30pm. The Old Theater in Oriental is showing “Meet Me in St. Louis” as part of the Friday Flicks program. Tickets are $5 and include free popcorn.

All proceeds support The Old Theater. Box office opens at 6:30pm and doors open at 7pm. Details: Visit www.oldtheater.org.

Sat. 21: Santa Paws on Parade.

9am. Last year more than 300 pets with their people participated in this annual pet parade.

Line up begins at the corner of Front and Craven streets at 8:30am. Costumes are encouraged, but not mandatory. Details: 252-637-0247.

Saturday Afternoon at the Movies. 2:15pm. November’s featured movie at the New Bern Library is “Mamma Mia.” Free. Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Details: 252638-7800.

Tues. 31: Dragon Run. 8:30 & 11:30pm. Oriental’s annual New Year’s Eve tradition includes the running of a traditional Chinese dragon down Hodges Street. Details: www. towndock.net.

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Dec. 14, the Pickled Circus Brothers on Dec. 21 and Signora Bella the slackrope walker on both nights. The event comes to an end with black powder fireworks over the South Lawn.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for foundation members and $10 for students. For more information, visit www.tryonpalace.org.

Coastal Christmas Flotilla

Union Point Park is the place to be for the

29th annual Coastal Christmas Flotilla on Dec. 7.

Sponsored by the New Bern Parks and Recreation, this even features the 2D Marine Air Wing Band from Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, New Bern High School Band and special emcee Skip Waters. The flotilla features various types of watercraft, all decorated in their own unique way. The New Bern High School Band will kick things off at 5pm, the Marine Corps Band at 5:30pm followed by the boat parade and an appearance by the man of the season, Santa Claus.

The flotilla begins at the Eastern Carolina Yacht Club, sails past Union Point Park at around 6pm, continues on to Council Bluff Green Park and returns to Union Point Park. Santa will

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greet children at the park at the conclusion of the boat parade. Bring friends and family to the park to see the sights and sounds of the season.

Have Breakfast with Santa The

CarolinaEast Foundation is hosting Breakfast with Santa at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center. The event offers seatings at 8, 9:30 & 11am and 12:30 and 2pm. Santa will be available for pictures and to hear each childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wish list. Each family will receive a printed photograph with Santa before they leave. The KidZone is returning this year with crafts and bead-making, Polar Express activities, story time with Mrs. Claus, letters to Santa and cookie decorating.

Children may also purchase items in the Under the Tree kids-only gift shop. Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s helpers will be on hand to help children with their purchases.

Come and enjoy this community holiday fundraising event for the CarolinaEast Foundation. This fundraiser enables the foundation to better fulfill its mission of assisting countless individuals, families and nonprofit healthcare organizations with unmet healthcare needs in Eastern North Carolina.

Make sure to make reservations for this event.

Each year, Breakfast with Santa sells out. Children

and adult tickets are $17 per person. For more information, or to make your reservations online, visit www.carolinaeastfoundation.com, email awillis@ carolinaeastfoundation.com or call 252-633-8247.

Oriental’s Holiday Happenings

Oriental has something to look forward to throughout the month of December. From the Spirit of Christmas celebration to the New Year’s Eve Dragon Run, there’s no shortage of events in this small waterfront town.

For more than 10 years, Oriental has decked the halls and donned its finest for the annual Spirit of Christmas event. Scheduled for Dec. 14-15, this well-known holiday tradition brings businesses, churches, civic groups and local residents together to celebrate Christmas with spectacular decorations, joyful carols, cozy refreshments and a strong spirit of community.

Walk down streets lined with luminaries and stop by local churches and businesses that open

their doors to guests for celebratory music and festive refreshments. Admire the quiet harbor’s boats draped with garland and lights in celebration of the season. Let the sounds of local talent put visitors in the Christmas spirit as musicians and choral groups entertain the crowds. Watch the Spirit of Christmas Parade and finish off the weekend with the Tree of Lights illumination, the lighting of the town Christmas tree.

Try out a new New Year’s Eve tradition with the Oriental Dragon Run. One of the town’s most animated and unique traditions since 1961, the annual Dragon Run takes place on New Year’s Eve down Hodges Street in downtown Oriental. Join the fun as the whole town comes together to parade a Chinese dragon in celebration of the New Year. Bring pots, pans and all kinds of noisemakers to ward off bad spirits as an ornate Chinese dragon makes its way down the streets. The Dragon Run will make its way through Oriental at 8:30 and 11:30pm.

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Go Take a HIKE! North Carolina is truly one of the most visually beautiful states in the union. And while much of that beauty can be viewed from primary thoroughfares and country roads, even more is hidden away in our protected wilderness, free for all to see, yet not quite within reach of motorized vehicles. For those willing to get out of their cars and venture into the wilds, there is a plethora of treasures to be found.

GETTING STARTED

Preparation is important when it comes to hiking, both in understanding your own capabilities and learning the area you wish to hike.

Trails vary greatly, from wide, flat paths to rocky, uneven terrain. Start small, with 1- to 2-mile hikes, to sample various difficulty levels. This will also give newcomers the opportunity to decide what type of clothing and shoes work well for them before isolating themselves on a longer hike with the wrong shoes or constrictive clothing.

Get connected with other hikers, either online or through a hiking club, and read as much as you can about hiking in your area.

It may be that a certain trail is prone to mud during the early spring rains, although it is perfect for a hike in the fall. There are a variety of great websites, state trail guides and clubs that can help point a beginner in the right direction.

WHAT TO BRING

Hiking can be something of a balancing act.

While you want to be sure to have the necessary supplies on hand, nobody wants to carry more than they have to, especially on longer hikes.

The most common problem that people face is lack of supplies and planning.

Experts estimate that a person should carry about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds of food per day, per person. Of course, you’ll need some way of heating that food, if applicable, and the ability to safely deal with the waste the meal produces.

Foil packs of tuna and chicken are popular as well as pasta meals that can be boiled over a small flame.

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matches, whistle, sunscreen, bug spray, bedding for overnight trips and medications if needed.

SAFETY FIRST

When planning a hike, like many activities, it’s important to tell someone at home where you are going and how long you plan on being gone. Don’t overlook emergency safety items when taking off for a short day hike. A first aid kit, flashlight, cell phone, maps and compass should always be on hand, whether you’re headed out for an hour-long stroll in the woods or taking off for a week-long adventure. In both cases, always carry more water than you anticipate needing.

Make noise while hiking. Wildlife, especially large animals, do their best to avoid contact with humans. If you are making a little noise while underway, it gives them a chance to amble off into the woods. If you do encounter a bear or wild cat, maintain a safe distance and allow the animal to move away from the area without feeling threatened.

Always cook, eat and relieve yourself away from your camp or shelter. Those scents often attract animals. Likewise it is always important to store food and trash safely, either hanging in a tree or in a bear canister.

In North Carolina, snake bites are also a concern, although it is important to note that few people in the US die from snakebites. Be watchful where you step and if you do encounter a snake, stay back and let him go along his way. If a bite does occur, clean it thoroughly with soap and water and call for help at the first chance possible.

Keep in mind that weather is an ever-changing force of nature. After even a brief rainstorm, leaves and rocks can become extremely slippery and make passage more treacherous. Small trickles and streams can quickly become raging rivers that are challenging to pass. If in doubt, do not cross.

Always stay together while hiking and never assume that clear water along the trail is safe for human consumption.

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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 Craf t 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).

Fine Art at Baxters, 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: 252634-9002 or fineartatbaxters. com (R-18).

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).

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. Year-round classes.

Make your projects unique with ideas, yarn, patterns and help in putting it all together.

We ship. Hours: 10am-5pm, Mon.-Sat., 252-514-2681, weaverswebb.com (R-17).

Entertainment & Attractions

New Bern Civic Theatre, 412 Pollock St. Box office: 252-633-0567, features a full calendar of plays and performances throughout the year.

Info: 252-634-9057, newberncivictheatre.org (R-18).

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 hightech 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 smoothies, shakes, assorted teas & wonderful iced & hot coffee & espresso beverages; open 7am, 252-633-7900 (R18).

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. (cont. on page 29) New Bern Magazine

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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 252249-1787 or 800-327-4189.

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 252-6388310 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, T-shirts, chocolates, nice selection of English teapots, musical notions, German nutcrackers, cuckoo clocks & steins. Visitor information too, phone/fax 252-637-2300 (R19).

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 consign-

ment 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 252-514-6720 or find them on Facebook (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@ncfbins.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.

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Accidental Artist, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Aurora Fossil Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Carolina Creations Fine Art & Contemporary Craft Gallery. . . . . . . . . . 13 Fine Art at Baxters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Martin Henry Designs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 8 New Bern Civic Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Tryon Palace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Weavers Webb Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Food, Wine & Gourmet

Baker’s Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Bay Leaf Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Bear Towne Java. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Cow Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 El Tequila Mexican Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Gina’s Pizza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Neuse River Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Ribeye’s Steakhouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Professional Services

Farm Bureau Insurance, Bridget Ipock. . . . . . . 9 Lynaire Kennels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Real Estate & Development

Century 21 – Sail/Loft Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Tab Premium Built Homes. . . . . . . Back Cover Trent River Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Specialty Shops, Gifts & Clothing

Bern Bear Gifts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Birthplace of Pepsi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Four C’s, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Jan’s Hallmark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 12 Juliette’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Mike’s Downtown Jewelers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Mitchell Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Twice as Nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 VashTi Lifestyle Clothing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

discover NORTH CAROLINA

Go Take a HIKE! (cont. from page 26) into the woods, this includes food waste and other trash. Human waste can be buried in a “cat hole” about six to eight inches deep, but remember to only do so a few hundred feet away from active camps.

Most importantly, enjoy the journey. The waterfall or overlook you’re heading for is certainly worth the trip, but don’t forget to stop and smell the flowers along the way. You never know what you may stumble upon.

Plan your next vacation with us!

LEARN MORE ABOUT IT www.nchikes.com www.fs.usda.gov/activity/nfsnc www.neusioktrail.org www.everytrail.com www.blueridgeparkway.org www.appalachiantrail.org

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Oriental

Exceptional 3BR/2.5Ba luxury townhome overlooking harbor & marina. Gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hardwood floors, screen porch and garage.

$499,000

OrChard Creek

Lovely 3BR/2Ba waterfront home near Oriental.

Features large screen porch, beautiful landscaping and private pier. Great views!

$345,000

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MinnesOtt BeaCh

Nice 3BR/2Ba brick home near free ferry, golf course and marina. Features deck with hot tub, detached workshop and gorgeous landscaping!

$129,500

Oriental

Spacious 2BR/2Ba condo tel on harbor.

Overlooks pool and includes deep-water boat slip.

Convenient to local shops & restaurants. Excellent rental history!

$230,000

Oriental

BrOwn Creek

Exceptional 3BR/2Ba waterfront showplace in tranquil creek side setting. Featuring lofty ceilings, hardwood floors and fabulous kitchen cabinetry. Private pier with boat lift. Minutes from ICW & Pamlico Sound.

$475,000

spiCers Creek

Gorgeous 3BR/2Ba waterfront home on over 6 acres. Features granite counters, fireplace, screen porch & private pier. Great Views!

$399,000

neuse river

Well maintained 3BR/2Ba manufactured home in the country. Beautiful walnut wood flooring, stone countertops, fireplace and much more. Super Price!

Stunning 2BR/2Ba waterfront condominium in the village. New flooring & paint throughout. Includes covered deck and deep-water boatslip. Nice views!

Quaint 2BR/2Ba riverfront cottage near Oriental.

Features wood floors, lots of storage and sunroom with spectacular waterviews!.

$89,500

$199,000

$276,500

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800-327-4189 www.SailLoftRealty.com

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