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MUSIC to the EARS Bringing Chamber Music to New Bern he Carolina Chamber Music Festival returns to New Bern this month for its ninth annual season. Through a wide variety of programs, the group creates up-close-and-personal concert experiences with a rotating schedule of performers. Popular returning artists are affiliated with a variety of leading organizations, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Boston Pops, ECU and the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. Visitors join newcomers Gloria Chien (piano), the Larkspur Trio (flute, harp and viola) and North Carolina Composer in Residence Dan Locklair. With something for everyone – from beloved classical masterworks

by Chopin and Dvorak to a unique visual art collaboration with the Craven Arts Council – Festival concerts are paired with interactive, entertaining events including post-concert “Meet the Artists” receptions, pre-concert discussions and informal question-and-answer session.

By popular demand, events will continue to take place twice during the year – Sept. 11-17 and Feb. 21-26, 2012.

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Events will be held in historic downtown New Bern, with a special opening slated for Sunday, Sept. 11 with a concert at The History Place in Morehead City. Founded and directed by harpist Anna Reinersman and cellist Jennifer Lucht – the latter a Greenville native – the Carolina Chamber Music Festival will present four varied and interactive September programs featuring music for strings, flute, harp and piano.

The September 2011 Carolina Chamber Music Festival opens in Morehead City with Larkspur Trio (Sunday, Sept.

11), an afternoon of delightful works for flute, harp and viola held at The History Place. Audiences are invited to meet the artists at a post-concert reception. Tickets are $17 advance and $20 at the door, general admission.

Concerts continue the following week in New Bern with Classical Lunch (Tuesday, Sept. 13), a noontime one-hour event full of music for strings, flute and harp. Audiences are invited to enjoy the event from standard audience seating, or bring a lunch to enjoy at table seating.

Tickets are $15, general admission

In an exciting collaboration with the Craven Arts Council, Debussy after Work (Thursday, Sept. 15) presents musical works by French Impressionist composer Claude Debussy alongside original paintings inspired by the music. Visual artists Sally Angier and Linda Werthwein will be on hand to discuss their creative process of translating musical sounds into visual art. Tickets are $20 and space is limited for this popular event.

The Carolina Chamber Music Festival concludes its September activities with Shall We Dance (Saturday, Sept. 17), an evening of music influenced by dances new and old. The lyrical work “Dream Steps” (for harp, flute and viola)

by North Carolina Composer in Residence Dan Locklair is juxtaposed with the energetic music of Telemann and Dvorak’s popular “Piano Quartet Op. 87.” Locklair will offer a preconcert discussion about his work and the creative process at 7pm with music beginning at 7:30. Audiences are invited to meet the artists at a post-concert reception. Tickets are $22 advance/$25 at the door, general admission and $17 or $20 for seniors. The Family Audiences Program allows free admission for this event for one child with each paid adult ticket.

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Artistic Impressions Three Days of Art at the Craven Arts Festival The New Bern Riverfront Convention Center will be teeming with art as the Craven Arts Council swings into gear. For three days, Sept. 23-25, the Craven Arts Festival will host artist booths, special workshops, crafts for children and adults, live music, theatrical performances and an all-around artistic atmosphere for all who wander in.

“The festival will celebrate all modes of artistic expression,” said Carol Tokarski, executive director. “To that end we’ll cultivate not only appreciation for the arts, but also engagement with the arts, for all ages and all levels of experience. For instance, in addition to viewing the art, festival goers will be able to talk to sculptors at work on the riverside piazza, watch actors sing and dance on an indoor stage or try their hands at painting or pottery. That kind of engagement is in keeping with the Craven Arts Council & Gallery’s mission, which is to create an environment where the arts thrive, bring joy and enrich the cultural experience in our community.”

Participating artists will display an array of work, including jewelry, painting, drawing, mixed media, photography, sculpture, pottery, fiber arts and furniture, most of which will be available for purchase.

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first to meet celebrated basket weaver Billie Ruth Sudduth. Sudduth has been described as “the foremost basket weaver in the country” and was the first woman to be named a North Carolina Living Treasure.

Her baskets have been displayed all over the world and are part of the Smithsonian Museum’s permanent collection. One lucky person will also leave the festival with one of Sudduth’s prized creations.

Admission to the exhibition on Saturday and Sunday is free to the public, with activities taking place from 10am-5pm. A registration fee is required for select workshops (see sidebar).

“The Craven Arts Festival will showcase New Bern as an arts destination,” said Judy Avery, president of the Craven Arts Council. “We see this festival as providing great visibility for the tremendous talent and resources in our community.”

Avery believes that the festival’s debut this fall will provide a significant opportunity for businesses and individuals to demonstrate their support for the arts through sponsorships. Hopes are the annual event, sponsored in part of the Harold H. Bate Foundation, will help connect artists throughout the region with a new audience while providing educational opportunities to foster new artists.

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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 know 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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RIVER CITY Rotary Double Header “Service above Self,” the Rotary motto, will be put into action this September as the New Bern Breakfast Rotary Club members work hard to bring New Bern two fun events, just two weeks apart.

Mid-September brings one of New Bern’s favorites, the 3rd annual New Bern Breakfast Rotary Wine Tasting. Those who have attended in prior years always return and bring their friends.

Distributors will provide for guests’ tasting pleasure their most promising local, national and international wines. These will be paired with a mix of imported and domestic cheeses, fresh fruit and other appetizers.

The tasting will be held from 2-6pm on Saturday, Sept. 17 in the ballroom at the Hilton New Bern Riverfront. Tickets are $55 in advance or $65 at the door and are on sale at newbernrotaryevents.com, Mitchell Hardware, Aamco, River Bend Country Club and Audiology.

After a two-year absence, the Farmer’s Market will once again be the site for OktoberFest.

Plan to be there from 5:30-9:30pm on Friday, Sept. 30. Music will be provided by the fullsized, authentic Oktoberfest Blaskapelle band, Harbour Towne Fest Band. There will be wonderful German food, dancing, singing, schunkeling, toasting, etc.

Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door and can be found at Mitchell Hardware, Aamaco, Audiology and River Bend Country Club. No charge cards will be accepted at these locations. Tickets for beer and wine will be available for purchase.

Identification of age will be required.

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Scholarships, YMCA, Craven Community College, Craven Literacy Council, Craven Partners in Education, Rotary International projects and more.

Historical Open House The Attmore-Oliver House, circa 1790, 511 Broad St., one of the oldest homes in New Bern, is once again the home of the New Bern Historical Society offices. For the past several years the offices have been located in the Roberts House, an early 20th century home at 512 Pollock St. The move will make the Society’s museum and Civil War Collections, already at the renovated Attmore-Oliver House, more accessible to the public.

The public is invited to celebrate the move during an open house from 3-5pm on Sunday, Sept. 25. Light refreshments and tours of the new exhibits will be offered at no charge.

“It’s wonderful to be in the museum home we acquired in the 1950s,” said Lynn Harakal, executive director. “There are many artifacts belonging to the families of New Bern through the generations and we are thrilled to make them more available to the public. The Attmore-Oliver House has been a staple of Ghostwalk and the Spring Homes Tour through the years, and I’d like to invite all New Bernians to our open house, and to see this piece of their history.”

For more information about the Historical Society, the Attmore-Oliver House or the upcoming open house, call 252-638-8558.

Flower Show at Berne Village Five area garden clubs are coming together for a competitive standard flower show on Tuesday, Sept. 23 at the Courtyards at Berne Village.

Free and open to the public, the show features two judged divisions, horticulture and floral design. The doors open to guests from 16pm.

The design division will be alive with vibrant color and texture. Forty-eight designs depicting different aspects of the show’s theme, Reflections of our Lives, will be exhibited. Flower show chairman Ann Simpson said seeing how different designers put their own spin on a theme is always intriguing. In addition, the horticulture division provides a great opportunity to view pristine specimens of 54 different plant categories and to learn more about plants that thrive in the area.

The sponsoring garden clubs, New Bern, Trent Woods, Havelock and two Newport clubs, Bud ’N Shrub and Evening Star, are members of the Garden Clubs of North Carolina, Inc. Any amateur gardener may enter either division. Judging takes place in the morning by judges accredited by National Garden Clubs, Inc. For details or entry information, call 252288-5640.

Wounded Warriors Lunch The Knights of Columbus – 4th Degree and the New Bern Elks Lodge #764 are co-sponsoring a barbecue chicken lunch from 11am2pm on Friday, Sept. 16, at the KC Hall on Pine Tree Drive in support of the Wounded Warriors Leave Program. The organization provides a way for soldiers to go home for the holidays and during emergencies.

The cost for lunch is $7. Orders of five or more to the same location will be delivered at no cost. For details, call Sandy Stewart at 252633-9419 or John Lawrence at 252-637-3009.

The deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, Sept. 12.

Heating up in Oriental Things will be a little warmer in Oriental this September, but because of the temperature gauge. The 5th annual Chili Cook-off sponsored

by The Old Theater Corp. takes center stage on Saturday, Sept. 24, bringing a little added heat to everyone’s day.

Back by popular demand with promises of a bigger and better event than ever before, the

festival runs from 11:30am-2pm at the Oriental Marina and Inn. Admission is $7 per person and there are no member discounts.

Trophies will be awarded for judge’s choice, people’s choice and the best decorated table. All proceeds benefit The Old Theater Corp., a nonprofit entity. For additional information, visit info@oldtheater.org.

Youth Council Seeks Members The New Bern Youth Council is recruiting new members for the 2011-2012 school year.

All 9th-12th grade high school students living in Craven County are eligible to apply. The New Bern Youth Council was established in 2002 by the New Bern Parks & Recreation Department to give the city’s youth a voice in city government.

The Youth Council consists of high school students who are interested in learning about city operations, participating in community service projects and advising the New Bern Board of Aldermen about issues and policies that affect the youth of New Bern. The group is a chartered member of the State Youth Council of North Carolina. This organization offers opportunities for leadership training, community service, and networking opportunities for high school students across the state. (continued on page 18) New Bern Magazine

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ARTS Ainslie Visits New Bern

Sewing Memories

Back in 1967 Scott Ainslie heard bluesman John Jackson at a concert in Washington, DC, and it was a turning point. For the next 40 years Ainslie has studied and played traditional music, visiting senior musicians who played America’s old-time banjo and fiddle music, blues and gospel.

From his home in Vermont, he has taken his passion for the music from presentations at local schools to concerts at the Kennedy Center, from intimate stages to the Empire Music Hall in Belfast, Ireland. New Bern will soon be added to that list as the Down East Folk Arts Society brings this talent to the Trent River Coffee Co. at 8pm on Friday, Sept. 16. Tickets are $15, general admission; $12 for members; and $8, students.

To learn more, call 252-6336444 or visit downeastfolksarts.org to learn more.

Carolina Creations Fine Art and Contemporary Craft Gallery in downtown New Bern features the work of Triangle-based fabric artist Elaine O’Neil through Sept. 18. A reception to meet the artist is slated from 5-8pm on Friday, Sept. 9, during ArtWalk.

O’Neil creates textile collages, each image using myriad fabric colors and textures, all painstakingly sewn together to create whimsical and realistic portrayals of scenes from the mountains to the coast. The subjects tend to focus around a sense of place, and the life that occurs there and she tries to establish an emotional bond with each as she stitches the memories together. Her hope, she said, is to evoke the feeling of pleasure and delight, where life is simple, sweet and full of endless possibilities.

A Maine native, O’Neil began sewing as a child. She attended the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science earning a bachelor’s degree in textile design. As the great-granddaughter of a lighthouse keeper, granddaughter of a farmer and the daughter of an ardent seamstress, she never runs out of memories to bring back to life.

To learn more about her work, call the gallery at 252-633-4369, email info@carolinacreations.com or visit carolinacreations.com.

On the Road to Mandalay Simon Spalding returns to the Trent River Coffee Co. on Thursday, Sept. 22, presenting “On the Road to Mandalay,” a program that combines songs, tunes and storytelling to weave a magic carpet of exploration, adventure and far off lands.

From a song about Amelia Earhart’s tragic last flight to Stephen Foster’s tribute to his favorite riverboat and sailor songs about the HMS Bounty, this musical journey rounds the globe and reaches far flung corners of the earth. Instruments include the familiar violin and banjo and more exotic instruments, such as the Chinese erhu and the “octar,” a hybrid of the mandolin and 12-string guitar.

Tickets are $5 and are available at the door.

Call 252-514-2030 for more information, or check out the artist at musicalhistorian.com.

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Trucking through Oriental “Mother Truckers” a comedy by Sapperstein and Murway will make its stage debut in Oriental, Sept. 16-17, with characters that will keep the audience in stitches and plot twists and turns that keep everyone guessing.

The show takes us into the world of Maxine Wormly, who has just concluded the memorial service for her beloved Nelson, who died of a sudden heart attack while out on the road in their brand new Peterbilt Truck. In order to make the truck payments, Maxine realizes she will have to take the rig back out on the road and sister Charlotte agrees to join her. With Nelson’s ashes in tow, they begin their big adventure – two Southern gals trying to make it in a male dominated world of trucking. Every turn of the wheel is hysterical as they thread their way along I-95 S. If history repeats itself, this will be a sold out performance, so organizers advise getting tickets early. They are $12 in advance and $14 at the door and are available at Croakertown, Nautical Wheelers, Village Hardware Store and Bank of the Arts in New Bern. The Old Theater box office opens at 6pm and the show starts at 7:30. For more information, email info@oldtheater.org.

Society Kicks Off Season Mix three-part harmonies with a healthy dose of light hearted humor and a lively folk vibe and you’ve got The Good Lovelies. The Pamlico Musical Society kicks off its 2011-2012 season when this delightful trio takes the stage at 7:30pm on Saturday, Oct. 1, at Oriental’s Old Theater.

Caroline Brooks, Sue Passmore and Kerri Ough hit the road in 2006, brimming with opti-

mism and a sunny repertoire of feel-good songs delivered with tightly polished vocals. Performing with charm and wit, the Lovelies pack a musical wallop that makes them festival favorites across North America, Australia and the UK. Audiences here can join the fun as The Good Lovelies exchange spirited banter as easily as they swap instruments. Banjo, mandolin, guitar and even the glockenspiel deliver upbeat melodies that keep you smiling long after the final notes have faded.

Shifting effortlessly from country, folk and jazz tunes, The Good Lovelies defy conventional description. Maybe Kerri sums it up best when she writes, “What we do is be ourselves, and sing and play our hearts out, and bask in the warm glow of the people we are entertaining.”

Tickets are $20 and available by calling 252249-3670, or visiting pamlicomusic.org.

Gala Opening for Musical On Sept. 9, the New Bern Civic Theatre will host a Commemorative Gala Opening Night for “Guys and Dolls” to remember the thousands of innocent men, women and children lost during the Sept. 11 attack on the World Trade Center, New York. The theater troupe hopes to recognize the endurance of those who survived, the courage of those who risked their lives to save others and the compassion of all who supported the country in its darkest hours.

Set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, this oddball romantic comedy – considered by many to be the perfect musical comedy – soars with the spirit of Broadway as it introduces the audience to a cast of vivid characters who have become legends: Sarah Brown, the upright but uptight “mission doll,” out to reform the evildoers of Times Square; Sky Masterson, the slick, high-rolling gambler who woos her on a bet and ends up falling in love; Adelaide, the chronically ill nightclub performer whose condition is brought on by the fact she’s been engaged to the same man for 14 years; and Nathan Detroit, her devoted fiancé, desperate as always to find a spot for his infamous floating crap game. (continued on page 19) New Bern Magazine

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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 cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, taken from the German word â&#x20AC;&#x153;bärenâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;bears.â&#x20AC;?

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ARTS (continued from page 15) Evening performances on Sept. 10, 16-17, 22-24 begin at 8pm. Matinees begin at 2pm on Sept. 11, 18 and 25. The Opening Gala on Sept.

9 begins at 6:30pm. Tickets are $17 in advance, $19 at the door and $10 for students and active duty military. For tickets, or to learn more, call 252-633-0567 or visit newberncivictheatre. org.

Celebration of Song A traveling exhibit highlighting the work of American Jewish songwriters makes a stop in New Bern in September. The exhibit, “A Fine Romance: Jewish Songwriters, American Songs,” is on loan to the New Bern-Craven County Public Library for six weeks through a grant from the American Library Association.

New Bern is one of only 55 sites in the nation to host the exhibit.

Temple B’nai Sholem will team with the library to present special programming during

the exhibit visit, Sept. 10 to Oct. 20. The exhibit explores the contributions of iconic Jewish songwriters such as George and Ira Gershwin, Jerome Kern, Irving Berlin, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein and others.

A sneak preview is scheduled in the library’s Hayden H. Jones Auditorium at 7pm on Sept.

14. There will be an opportunity to view the panels, speak with the evening’s hosts, enjoy refreshments and a medley of musical numbers performed by cast members of the New Bern Civic Theater’s production of “Guys and Dolls.”

The grand opening is at 2pm on Sunday, Sept.

18. The Pamlico Chorale will present “Romance with Broadway.” This local group, singing under the direction of Reba Tiller, will be entertaining with the familiar and best loved music from this genre, as well as other familiar pieces from our Jewish composers. To learn more, call the library at 252-638-7807.

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Neuseworthy 2, 9: “Murder in Boxcar Number Nine.” 7pm. This comedy murder mystery dinner theater will be offered at the BridgePointe Hotel and Marina. General admission is $30 and tickets can be purchased at athensmysterydinners.yolasite.com.

Details: 252-229-4977.

3, 10, 17, 24: New Bern Farmer’s Market. 8-2pm.

Think Globally – Eat Locally with the help of the New Bern Farmer’s Market, 421 S. Front St. Site features local produce, spring flowers and herbs, free range poultry, goat cheese products, homemade bread, pastries, cakes and cookies, olive oil, handmade candies and a variety of additional items. On the 17th, the market will celebrate Heritage Day with music by local entertainers and locallygrown produce, recipes and samples.

Cedar Grove Cemetery Tours. 4pm. Join the Earl of Craven Questers for a tour of the historic cemetery, including the graves of Civil War soldiers and some of New Bern’s most colorful citizens. Tickets are $10.

Details: 252-638-8558.’

Sun. 4: Free Sunday in the Garden. 1-6pm. The first Sunday afternoon, March through October, offers free admission to the gardens at Tryon Palace. Details: 252-5144900 or tryonpalace.org.

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Mon. 5: Stanly-Spaight Duel.

4pm. On Sept. 5, 1802, a prominent New Bern lawyer met his political rival, a former state governor, not far from the Academy Green.

Step back in time to an era where a man’s personal honor was his most cherished quality and any incursion could result in violent retribution.

Join Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens and watch the drama unfold during this gripping reenactment of that fateful day. The Fife & Drum Corps kick things off. $3-$6.

Details: 252-514-4900 or tryonpalace.org.

Fri. 9: New Bern ArtWalk.

5-8pm. Enjoy an evening of arts openings and meet artists in historic downtown New Bern. Refreshments available.

Free. Details: 252-638-2577 or cravenarts.org.

Sat. 10: Bear City Opry.

7-9pm. The Opry brings a family-friendly musical variety show to the stage. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door and children 12 and under are $5. Doors open at 6pm. Details: 252-636-6225 or bearcityopry.com.

Beginning Internet Computer Class. 9:15am12:15pm. The New Bern Library will introduce the basics of using the internet during this morning program.

Registration required. Details: 252-638-7807.

Thur. 11: 9/11 Memorial Observance. 7pm. Schola Cantorum, the choir of the Episcopal Diocese of East Carolina, presents “Memorial Requiem” by contemporary composer Cynthia Roberts-Greene in honor of the tenth anniversary of the terrorist attacks in New York. The choir, under the direction of Douglas Leightenheimer, will be accompanied by a full orchestra.

Donations accepted.

Details: 252-6332109 or genbolena@ christchurchnewbern. com.

Asian Games. 2pm.

Join the Asian Games Club of New Bern at the Trent River Coffee Co. for an afternoon of fun. The featured

game, Xiangqi (Chinese chess), will be taught and English instructions will be available. Details: 252-5142030 or 252-636-1256.

and songs. No charge at the door, however, donations for the musicians are always welcome. Details: 252-5142030.

Mon. 12: Let’s Talk About it.

7pm. This series at the New Bern-Craven County Library is themed “Mysteries: Clues to Who We Are.” This month’s title is Michael Malone’s Time Witness. Books are available at the library. Registration is required by calling 252-6387807.

Wed. 14: Tryon’s Tales for Tots – Let’s Hear it for the Constitution. 10-11am. You’re never to young for history.

Preschoolers and parents will learn about life in the past through stories, objects and crafts. Come listen, look and learn about the past. Ages 35, $6 per child. Details: 252514-4900 or tryonpalace.org.

Lunch & Learn. Noon. Enjoy an educational lunch at The Chelsea with the New Bern Historical Society as area historian John Leys examines New Bern’s role in the American Revolution. The cost is $17 for nonmembers and $15 for members. Lunch options include chicken Mediterranean pasta or baked salmon.

Details: 252-638-8558.

Tue. 13: Classical Lunch.

Noon-1pm. The Carolina Chamber Music Festival presents music of Chopin, including classics for the violin, viola, flute and harp. Enjoy the music from standard seating or bring a lunch to enjoy at the tables. $15. Details: 252-626-5419 or carolinachambermusic.org.

Irish Music Session. 7-9pm.

This informal music session at the Trent River Coffee Co. will feature the accordion, fiddle, guitar and flute and a variety of Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes

Thur. 15: African American Lecture Series – The Spirit of Fredrick Douglass. Michael Crutcher discusses the life of

Frederick Douglass leading up to the Civil War at the NC History Center at Tryon Palace. Emphasis will be placed on his speeches, correspondence and the events that related to his eventual meetings with Abraham Lincoln.

Details: 252-639-3592 or tryonpalace.org.

Debussy after Work.

5:30pm. The Craven Arts Council and the Carolina Chamber Music Festival bring together a unique evening of visual and musical art. A wine and cheese reception begins at 5:30pm and the concert begins at 6. $20. Details: 252-626-5419 or carolinachambermusic.org.

16-17: “Mother Truckers.”

7:30pm. The Oriental Repertory Co. brings this hysterical romp to the stage at the Old Theater on Broad St. Tickets are $12 in advance, $14 at the door, and are available at Bank of the Arts and Village Hardware, Nautical Wheelers and Croakertown. Details: info@oldtheater.org.

Fri. 16: Wounded Warriors BBQ Lunch. 11am-2pm.

The Knights of Columbus 4th Degree and the New Bern Elks will hold a barbecue chicken lunch to benefit the Wounded Warrior program.

Carry out or dine in at the Knights of Columbus Hall.

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Scott Ainslie in Concert.

8pm. The Down East Folk Arts Society brings this roots musician to the stage at the Trent River Coffee Company.

Tickets are $15, general admission; $12 for members; and $8, students. Details: 252-633-6444 or downeastfolksarts.org.

Sat. 17: Constitution Day. 9:30am-3:30pm. On Sept.

17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention, including New Bernian Richard Dobbs Spaight, met for the last time to sign the document.

Celebrate the event with Tryon Palace Historic Sites and Gardens. Free. Details: 252639-3581 or tryonpalace.org.

3rd annual Wine Tasting. 26pm. Spend an afternoon enjoying wines from around the globe with New Bern Wine Distributors and the New Bern Breakfast Rotary at the Hilton Riverfront Hotel. Tickets are $55 and are available at Mitchell Hardware, Audiology of New Bern, Aamco Transmissions and River Bend

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Shall We Dance? 7pm.

The Carolina Chamber Music Festival leads guests through a world of music influenced by dances old and new. A pre-concert discussion with composer in residence, Dan Locklair, begins at 7pm. The music begins at 7:30. Tickets are $22 in advance and $25 at the door or $17 in advance and $20 at the door for seniors. Details: 252-626-5419 or carolinachambermusic. org.

Women’s Expo. 9am-4pm.

The New Bern Riverfront Convention Center welcomes its annual Women’s Expo.

Expect an educational and interactive experience with exhibitors from various area businesses, seminars, samples, demonstrations, health screenings and more, $3.

Details: 910-219-8403.

Tour of Homes & Murals.

Noon-4pm. Tour the homes on the water at River Bend and the murals of Chick Wooten at the RHA Howell Center. Tickets are $10 and are available at the River Bend Market, River Bend Country Club and by calling 252-6729334 A b i l i t y, Awareness & Wellness Fair.

10am-3pm.

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Therapy Services will holds its second annual awareness fair at Lawson Creek Park, showcasing services and programs for children, adolescents and adults. Free. Details: 252349-0220 or creeksiderts.org.

Sun. 18: African American Downtown Walking Tour.

2pm. Learn about 300 years of African American history on a walking tour of the historic district. The tour, sponsored by Tryon Palace Historic Sites and Gardens, lasts for 90 minutes and covers 16 blocks. Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for students.

Reservations required by calling 252-639-3500.

NC Symphony Performs Schubert. 7:30pm. The New Bern Riverfront Convention Center welcomes the NC Symphony as it explores some of the Schubert’s finest work for orchestras. William Henry (cont. on page 24)

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Details: 877-627-6724 or ncsymphony.org.

Mon. 19: A Novel Idea Book Club. 1pm. This month at the New Bern Library’s book discussion club, the topic is Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser.

The club is free and open to the public. No registration is required. Open to the public.

Details: 252-638-7807.

23-25: Craven Arts Festival.

10am-5pm. This family-friendly arts event at the Riverfront Convention Center includes a juried art exhibit, workshops for artists, children’s interactive performances and crafts, live demonstrations and the opportunity to purchase work from a variety of vendors, including furniture, pottery, jewelry, photography and more. Details: 252-638-2577 or cravenarts.org.

Book Sale. 9am-5pm. The Friends of the Library will hold a fundraising book sale at the Sudan Shrine Center.

Free and open to the public.

Fri. 23: 3rd annual Golf for Tomorrow. The Sound of Freedom Golf Course aboard MCAS Cherry Point will host this fundraising tournament for the Craven-Cherry Point Child Development Center, Havelock Boys & Girls Club, Craven Community College Scholarship Foundation and Allies for Cherry Point’s Tomorrow. Details: 252-4471101.

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Reflections of our Lives – Standard Flower Show.

1-6pm. This standard placement flower show will feature 48 competitively judged floral designs and 54 classes of horticulture exhibits. Live music accompanies this event at the Courtyards at Berne Village. Free. Details: 252-288-5640.

Contra Dance. 7pm. Kick up your heels at Christ Episcopal Church, 311 Middle St. Beginner’s lessons begin at 7 and dancing runs from 7:3010. Music will be provided

by Charley Horse and Gerry Prokopovitch from Greenville will serve as caller. Admission is $7 per person, $5 for fulltime students and $20 for the whole family. Details: 252636-1256 or fullersteaching@ yahoo.com.

Sat. 24: 5th annual Chili Cook-Off. 11:30am-2pm.

The Old Theater Corp. brings the aroma of chili to the Oriental as it promises a bigger and better even than ever before. Admission is $7. Details: info@oldtheater.org.

Sun. 25: New Bern Historical Society Open House. 3-5pm.

The Historical Society has a new home in one of New Bern’s oldest. The AttmoreOliver House is now serving as the primary office for the organization and they’re welcoming guests with an old-

fashioned open house. Light refreshments will be served and tours will be offered.

Free. Details: 252-638-8558.

Tues. 27: History to Mystery.

7pm. The New Bern Historical Society and the New Bern Public Library team up to bring local author Karen Dodd to the library auditorium. The program is free and everyone is welcome.

30-2: 25th NC Seafood Festival. Features live music, rides, arts and crafts, demonstrations and so much more.

Special events include the Blessing of the Fleet, Southern Outer Banks Boat Show and Outdoor Expo and the Twin Bridges 8K Road Race.

Average attendance is around 125,000. Details: ncseafoodfestival.com.

Sept. 30: OktoberFest. 5:309:30pm. The New Bern Breakfast Rotary presents a traditional Oktoberfest celebration at the Farmer’s Market. Enjoy German food and music by the Harbour Towne Fest Band. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Details: newbernrotary.com.

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Arts, Galleries & Crafts The Accidental Artist, 220 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.

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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).

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: 252634-9002 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. Year-round classes.

Make your projects unique with ideas, yarn, patterns and help in putting it all together. We ship. Hours: 10am5pm, M-Sat, 252-514-2681, weaverswebb.com (R-17).

Entertainment & Attractions New Bern Civic Theatre, 412 Pollock St. Box office: 252633-0567. Info: 252-6349057, newberncivictheatre. org (R-18).

Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens, tour historic buildings including Tryon Palace,

the grand restoration of North Carolina’s colonial capitol & governor’s mansion, plus 14 acres of impressive gardens exploring three centuries of gardening history. One of North Carolina’s prime attractions, programs & special events are featured throughout the year. 252-514-4900, tryonpalace.org (R-15).

Food, Wine & Gourmet Annabelle’s, fine dining featuring an array of cultures of the world, ABC permits, open 7 days for lunch & dinner, dine in or take out, 252-6336401, inside Twin Rivers Mall (G-3).

Cow Café, 319 Middle St., is New Bern’s only Four Hoof restaurant, featuring a full lunch & supper menu along with delicious treats including ice cream, GourMoo popcorn & more. Check out the Cow Café’s Dairy MooSeum, a treat for all ages, 252-6729269 (R-18).

Friday’s 1890 Seafood, enjoy turn of the century dining, daily lunch & dinner specials, casual atmosphere, relaxing prices, open 7 days, dine in or take out, 252-637-2276, 2307 Neuse Blvd. (E-5).

Half Time Pub & Grub, 3325 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., enjoy handcrafted, made-toorder cuisine in a great sports atmosphere with 23 hi-def monitors while our all-pro team caters to you. It’s like having box seats at every game, 252-672-8777 (G-3).

Harvey Mansion, 221 S. Front St., enjoy casual dining in six historic dining rooms. Come early from 5-6:30pm for a scaled down version of the menu with smaller portions and smaller prices. Open Tues.-Sun. 5pm, last seating at 8pm, 252-635-3232, harveymansionhistoricinn.com (S-18).

Port City 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).

Say it with Cake, 1906 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, specializing in celebration and wedding cakes, fondant, royal icing, gum paste décor and the best butter cream recipe in New Bern. Delivery available within 30 miles, 10 percent discount for senior citizens and military ID, 252-6351370.

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Stillwater Harbour/Tab Premium Built Homes, an exclusive and secluded area that offers affordable waterfront living just minutes from downtown New Bern. Homes start in the $300s, with a total of 36 home sites and 100 deepwater boat slips in a protected harbor. For more information, call 252638-8310.

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,

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Village Realty, 802 Broad St., Oriental, located on the Intracoastal Waterway. Whether buying, selling or looking for a perfect vacation property, Village Realty is ready to share the beauty of this historic waterside village. Call 252-2490509 or e-mail michelle@villagerealtyorientalnc.com.

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, 1916 S. Glenburnie Road, for all your home mortgage and consulting needs. Call 252637-9494 or 252-229-4754 or visit newbernmortgage.com for our free home ownership guides (H-1).

Specialty Shops, Gifts & Clothing Bear Essentials, 309 Middle St., is a natural and organic bath, body, baby and gift shop. Now featuring the full line of Dr. Hauschka’s skin care products. Call 252-6376663 or email maryann@bearessentialsofnewbern.com.

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 (R-19).

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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. M-Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 11am-3pm.

Great gifts for all ages, free gift wrapping, 252-636-3285 (R-18).

Marsha’s Cottage, 204 Wall St., Oriental, features casually elegant clothing, accessories and unique gifts. New merchandise is arriving daily.

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Mitchell Hardware, 215 Craven St., a New Bern tradition

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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).

NautiPaws Pet Boutique & Dog Bakery, 223 Middle St., in historic downtown New Bern, is pawsitively a shop just purrfect for pets. Specializing in gourmet dog treats & unique gift items, holistic & all natural pet food for pets & their owners. All four-legged friends are welcome inside for a treat.

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Street Sounds, 3200-B Martin Luther King Blvd., features Rockford Fosgate, Kenwood, Pioneer, JVC, Memphis Car Audio and more for all your car audio needs. Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm and Sat. 10am5pm. 252-672-8895 (F-6).

Tangles & Knots, 1910-G, South Glenburnie Road, New Bern, offers color, cuts, perms, texturizing, nails, manicures, pedicures and waxing. Paul Mitchell Focus Salon and supplier of Paul Mitchell Pet Care. Open Mon. and Sat. by appointment, Tues.-Fri., 8am8pm, 252-636-5933 (G-1).

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. 252639-3532 (R-15).

Twice as Nice, 2650 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd.; Upscale Boutique, 224 Craven St., consignment stores featuring high quality women’s and children’s clothing and accessories at reasonable prices.

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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.

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Gorgeous 3BR/2 bath brick home on 1.6 acres overlooking water. Includes boat house, pier & boat lift!

Waterfront 2 BR/2bath home w/ dock, exterior is complete. Interior not finished, can suit to your preferences.

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ORIENTAL

ORIENTAL

3 BR/2.5 bath on 1.5 acres, updated kitchen, detached brick workshop, storage bldg. Exceptional value.

3BR/2 bath waterfront home nestled in park-like setting on Kershaw Creek, panoramic views and deep-water dockage.

2 BR/2 bath townhome overlooks village harbor & duck pond. Bead board ceilings, bamboo & tile flooring & unique personal touches!

$359,000

$229,000

$200,000

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