Community Calendar

Tryon Civitan Club presents the "No Child Wet Behind Diaper Drive"

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.

Area musicians come together to play traditional music in an acoustic string jam. This is a fun, friendly easy-going group. New musicians and traditional music fans are welcome. Please visit www.bctma.org for more information

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary (CGAUX) is the uniformed citizen volunteer component of the United States Coast Guard. All of our missions are operated as directed by the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard or the Secretary of Homeland Security. Auxiliarists provide crucial non-law enforcement and non-military support to the U.S. Coast Guard land, sea and air missions. There are four general task areas served by the Coast Guard Auxiliary: Recreational Boating Safety, Operations, Marine Safety and Mission Support. The CGAUX has units in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, American Samoa, and Guam.

The Carteret County Arts & Crafts Coalition host juried artists and craftspeople to show and sell handmade items. The free event is family friendly. Vendors include painters, potters, jewelers, wood carvers, enamelist, stained glass, porcelain and textile artists and more.

The School of Art and Design invites alumni to submit work for RE/collection, the 2026 Alumni Exhibition.

RE/collection offers a point of departure rather than a directive. The title suggests ideas of return, reflection, accumulation, and transformation—whether revisiting past work, rethinking materials, or tracing how a practice evolves over time.

Artists may choose to engage these ideas directly, or simply use this opportunity to share recent work that reflects their current direction. The exhibition embraces a range of approaches, highlighting both continuity and change across the diverse practices of ECU alumni.

Jenkins Fine Arts Center Open House is on Friday, September 4 | 2:00–5:00 PM
Tour facilities, meet current faculty, and reconnect with the School prior to the reception.

Reception is on Friday, September 4, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Held across all exhibition venues

The 2026 Alive at Five Concert Series is the perfect way for families and friends to enjoy an evening of music, fun, and entertainment together. Grab your lawn chair, gather your crew, and get ready for an energetic lineup featuring beach music favorites, crowd pleasing party hits, and dance tunes that will have everyone on their feet. With a lively atmosphere, great music, and plenty of family friendly fun, Alive at Five is a Crystal Coast tradition you will not want to miss. Come ready to sing along, dance the night away, and make lasting memories.

Check the website for the full schedule of events.

The First Friday ArtWalk is celebrated on the first Friday of each month. It is a time to enjoy Downtown’s eclectic mix of restaurants, galleries, shops, and live music venues along your stroll! Enjoy amazing artwork, live music, delicious food, and local beer.

The Emerald Express Trolley is a FREE transit option during the ArtWalk! Jump on and hop off to meet up with friends or to simply park and ride. The trolley loops through Downtown approximately every 20 minutes.

Next ArtWalk: Friday, September 4, 2026 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Over 25 businesses will be open to share art, music, and culinary treats for the senses! Hop on our Emerald Express Trolley to easily check out all of the venues!

The School of Art and Design invites alumni to submit work for RE/collection, the 2026 Alumni Exhibition.

RE/collection offers a point of departure rather than a directive. The title suggests ideas of return, reflection, accumulation, and transformation—whether revisiting past work, rethinking materials, or tracing how a practice evolves over time.

Artists may choose to engage these ideas directly, or simply use this opportunity to share recent work that reflects their current direction. The exhibition embraces a range of approaches, highlighting both continuity and change across the diverse practices of ECU alumni.

Reception is on Friday, September 4, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM for all four locations, including Emerge Gallery & Art Center. .
This is also the First Friday ArtWalk in Downtown Greenville. Join us for a wonderful evening where our community comes alive with creativity!

A chilling theatrical mystery inspired by the dark imagination of Edgar Allan Poe.