Community Calendar

Cut. Layer. Reimagine.
Collage Collective, the first exhibit of the new year brings together four local artists pushing collage beyond the page—into reflection, healing, and play.
🖼️ On view Jan 11–Feb 28 at the EMD Gallery
🎉 Artist Reception Jan 16, 6–8p during Farmville’s Art Walk
📍Address: 3725 N Main St, Farmville, NC 27828
⏰Hours: Tues - Friday 9a-12p + Fridays 4-6p & Saturdays 10a-12p
💛 Works available for purchase—take one home and support local art at FCAC.

See incredible quilted designs celebrating America 250 with this patriotic exhibit of local craftsmanship! These quilts were designed and created by the Twin Rivers Quilters Guild and will be on display at the North Carolina History Center during the early part of 2026.

This exhibit is FREE to enjoy and open to the public during regular business hours at the North Carolina History Center.

The Arts Council of Carteret County will hold its annual Art From The Heart adult and student art shows to showcase local artists and raise funds to support scholarships for area high school graduates to study the arts. The adult art show will run from January 30th to February 12th and the student art show will take place from February 17th to 27th. The show will be held in Atlantic Beach at the Atlantic Station shopping center, in the former Ernie’s Gift Store.
Artist Max Dowdle, who recently completed the Legacy NC mural on the Carteret Community Theatre, will be judging the adult show. Cash prizes will be awarded in three categories: Two Dimensional; Three Dimensional, and Photography. Awards will be given at the opening reception, January 29th, 5:30–7:00 p.m. People’s Choice awards will be given at the end of the show.

Cut. Layer. Reimagine.
Collage Collective, the first exhibit of the new year brings together four local artists pushing collage beyond the page—into reflection, healing, and play.
🖼️ On view Jan 11–Feb 28 at the EMD Gallery
🎉 Artist Reception Jan 16, 6–8p during Farmville’s Art Walk
📍Address: 3725 N Main St, Farmville, NC 27828
⏰Hours: Tues - Friday 9a-12p + Fridays 4-6p & Saturdays 10a-12p
💛 Works available for purchase—take one home and support local art at FCAC.

Come Again is a social respite program where people in early to middle stages of dementia spend time with trusted, trained volunteers in a safe, judgment-free space. We aim to bring joy, friendship, and purpose to everyone while giving care partners a chance to rest. Activities include fellowship, music, art, movement, and service projects, plus a hot lunch. Starting May 1, Come Again meets every Thursday from 10 am to 2 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2311 Elizabeth Ave. There is a small fee to attend. Come Again honors our loved ones living with dementia by lifting up their remaining strengths in a supportive, creative and purposeful way. For more information about joining Come Again or volunteering, contact director Lindsay Roberts at lindsayroberts@newbernrespite.org, 919.428.0618 or www.newbernrespite.org.

See incredible quilted designs celebrating America 250 with this patriotic exhibit of local craftsmanship! These quilts were designed and created by the Twin Rivers Quilters Guild and will be on display at the North Carolina History Center during the early part of 2026.

This exhibit is FREE to enjoy and open to the public during regular business hours at the North Carolina History Center.

The Arts Council of Carteret County will hold its annual Art From The Heart adult and student art shows to showcase local artists and raise funds to support scholarships for area high school graduates to study the arts. The adult art show will run from January 30th to February 12th and the student art show will take place from February 17th to 27th. The show will be held in Atlantic Beach at the Atlantic Station shopping center, in the former Ernie’s Gift Store.
Artist Max Dowdle, who recently completed the Legacy NC mural on the Carteret Community Theatre, will be judging the adult show. Cash prizes will be awarded in three categories: Two Dimensional; Three Dimensional, and Photography. Awards will be given at the opening reception, January 29th, 5:30–7:00 p.m. People’s Choice awards will be given at the end of the show.

It's almost your favorite time of year again...The Friends of SML's 35th Annual Used Book Sale!! The sale will be held at the Greenville Convention Center February 5-8, 2026. There will be thousands of great items to choose from, including hardbacks, children’s books, and DVD’s.
See the sale schedule below:
• Thursday, February 5: Friends of SML Members Only Sale 4-8 PM (Membership can be purchased or renewed at the door or online at sheppardlibrary.org)
• Friday, February 6: Sale opens to the public 9 AM - 8 PM
• Saturday, February 7: 9 AM - 4 PM
• Sunday, February 8: $5 Bag Day 12 - 3:30 PM ($5/bag - Buy a FOL reusable bag or bring your own of comparable size)

Thursday, February 5, 2026 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Come eat pancakes with us and be the one of the first to shop the Tiny Art Show Sale.

Enjoy an all you can eat supper of pancakes, french toast, sausage, mimosas, and coffee, while supporting a great cause. Get in early to preview and buy from the Tiny Art Show.

All art from the Tiny Art Show exhibition will be $5 and $10. Paintings, drawings, sculptures, ceramics, jewelry, and more! Tiny art for a tiny price!

Proceeds benefit Emerge's Educational and Outreach Programs.

Tickets: (advanced price available online until 2:30pm on Thursday, February 5)
Adult: Advance: $15 / At the Door: $20
Student (ECU/PCC) and Seniors: Advance: $12 / At the Door: $15
Child (5 to 13): Advance: $8 / At the Door: $10
Children under 5 are free!

Join Tryon Palace at Charlotte Rhone Center with the Climbers Club of New Bern! We will be sharing a special presentation about an inspiring new art sculpture coming to downtown New Bern! This powerful project will honor the legacy, resilience, and contributions of African Americans who helped shape and mold New Bern’s downtown. Come learn about the vision behind the sculpture, how it connects to our shared history, and what it means for the future of our community.

Please join us! It is FREE to attend.

For more information, contact Vinson Biggs at Vinson.Biggs@dncr.nc.gov