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The League of Women Voters of Carteret County continues our tradition of honoring women of high standards who contribute to our community through their stellar work leadership and philanthropy. This year we are recognizing amazing women across different occupations who have been leaders, mentors, and provide inspiration and innovation for others. These individuals will be recognized as our 2026 Women in Excellence in Carteret County. All nominees will be recognized, and 4 winners will be announced at our annual Women’s Equality Day reception at the Hospitality and Culinary Arts Center Building, Carteret Community College, 3915 Arendell Street, on Thursday, August 20th, 5:30-7:30 pm. Our speaker with be Greta Quinn, Instructor at Carteret Community College.
President Norma Hall states that “Every year we celebrate Women’s Equality Day by recognizing the great work and positive impact that women have had in our community throughout the years, and we continue to support the vital role that women play in building our community that make it a better place to live. This celebration commemorates the anniversary of women winning the right to vote August 26th,1920.”
The reception is open to the public and the ticket cost is $25. Appetizers will be served and there will be a cash bar available. Registration and tickets can be found online on http://lwvcarteretcounty.org/ Please come and join us for an evening of fun and networking and meet these amazing women in our community!

Open every Saturday, April 11 - November 28th. The Onslow County Farmers Market connects local farmers & ranchers, food producers, and artisans with the community. Shop seasonal produce, meats, eggs, baked goods (including gluten free options), honey and handmade artisan products.

We accept SNAP/EBT and SUNbucks. We participate in NC Farmers Market Nutrition program providing produce to eligible WIC families and seniors.

Please join this citizen science program and learn about pollinators and their habitats. All materials for the census will be provided; we need you to select a plant to watch and count and record the number of insects that visit that plant for a 15-minute period. Your information can then be submitted and become part of the data for the census.

A FREE pollinator craft will be available for children in The Children's Garden.

For more information, check out the following site: https://gsepc.org/ The Great Southeast Pollinator Census--Citizen Science at Work. You can signup for the newsletter, review materials, watch a video, and check out The Great Pollinator Count, a children's book that introduces kids to the importance of pollinators.

When you visit, you can also check out the Onslow County Farmers Market.

Animal Care Clinic Veterinary Hospital will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a “Dunk a Doc” fundraiser on August 22 from 1–3 PM at the clinic. The family-friendly event will include the chance to dunk a veterinarian, local vendors, a petting zoo, face painting, and more. Proceeds will benefit the Craven County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit through Friends of the Craven County Sheriff’s Office. The community is invited to attend and celebrate while supporting a great local cause.

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.

Open every Saturday, April 11 - November 28th. The Onslow County Farmers Market connects local farmers & ranchers, food producers, and artisans with the community. Shop seasonal produce, meats, eggs, baked goods (including gluten free options), honey and handmade artisan products.

We accept SNAP/EBT and SUNbucks. We participate in NC Farmers Market Nutrition program providing produce to eligible WIC families and seniors.

Greenville’s The Voice–Finale 

Saturday, August 29   
7:00 pm at John Paul Catholic High School

MAC’s The Voice was a huge success last year! The 2026 Finale will feature the contestants whom judges advance from the three preliminaries, the audience favorite from each preliminary, and two “wild cards”. Those contestants will perform two songs each (of their own choice). Last year, first place went to the incredible Tim Messina. Who will it be this year? There is only one way to find out!

All tickets $15. https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=mac

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.

The Magnolia Arts Center is seeking entrants for the spoken word event OUTSPOKEN. tickets for the event are $15 and can be found herehttps://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=mac

Open every Saturday, April 11 - November 28th. The Onslow County Farmers Market connects local farmers & ranchers, food producers, and artisans with the community. Shop seasonal produce, meats, eggs, baked goods (including gluten free options), honey and handmade artisan products.

We accept SNAP/EBT and SUNbucks. We participate in NC Farmers Market Nutrition program providing produce to eligible WIC families and seniors.