Community Calendar

MindFit is a seminar designed to bring awareness to the mental health crisis happening in our world today. The goal of MindFit is to provide mental health information that is provided by qualified healthcare professionals, as well as those who works in professions that contribute to health and wellness. Discussion topics consist of mental illness, types of mental illnesses, treatments, prevention, and selfcare. There will also be group discussions and video presentation. Weather you know someone who has mental illness struggles, you struggle with mental illness yourself or just want to expand your knowledge on the topic, then you don’t want to miss out on this event.

If you need additional information, please contact our Health Ministry Director, Brenda Moore 252-474-5852

Did you know Queen Anne’s Revenge did not always sail under that name? Come find out more about the history of La Concorde, a slave-trading vessel which later became the infamous pirate Blackbeard’s flagship. Register for Saturday at the Lab in November 7, 2026, for a FREE guided tour from the archaeologists and conservators responsible for conserving, documenting, and investigating this one ship with two names! You will also have the chance to view artifacts newly recovered from the Brunswick Town waterfront by East Carolina University!

Tours will start every 30 minutes from 10am-1:30pm and will last approximately 1.5 hours. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your tour time. Tours are free and open to all ages, but registration is required.

This event is a free-to-attend informational event covering volunteer opportunities to impact global poverty through the non-profit the Borgen Project. The event will cover the volunteer and remote internship opportunities available through the Borgen Project, as well as opportunities to impact global poverty without committing long-term to a volunteer position. The event will be held at Chapel Hill Public Library in Meeting Room C on November 7, 2026, from 2:00-2:30PM.

MindFit is a seminar designed to bring awareness to the mental health crisis happening in our world today. The goal of MindFit is to provide mental health information that is provided by qualified healthcare professionals, as well as those who works in professions that contribute to health and wellness. Discussion topics consist of mental illness, types of mental illnesses, treatments, prevention, and selfcare. There will also be group discussions and video presentation. Weather you know someone who has mental illness struggles, you struggle with mental illness yourself or just want to expand your knowledge on the topic, then you don’t want to miss out on this event.

If you need additional information, please contact our Health Ministry Director, Brenda Moore 252-474-5852

Join the New Bern Historical Society as they welcome the return of the Cypress Society Singers and Dancers and the Tuscarora Educational Powwow Sunday, November 8 at 2pm at Craven Community College’s Orringer Auditorium.
The Cypress Society Singers and Dancers represent the Kahtehnuaka Tuscarora peoples that reside in these lands that are now called North Carolina. Primarily led by Kat Littleturtle and Kaya Littleturtle, you will be told the old stories of the eastern woodland native nations and shown the old dances and songs. The audience will go on a journey that began at the beginning of creation and get a glimpse of the culture and traditions of the original inhabitants of turtle island.
Come join us on November 8 at 2pm at Orringer Auditorium to hear these untold stories and get a glimpse into the culture and traditions that defined this region before Baron DeGraffenreid and John Lawson arrived. Tickets are $10 for members, active-duty military, and students; $12 for nonmembers. Reservations available online at www.NewBernHistorical.org or by calling 252-638-8558. A portion of the proceeds will go to supporting the Cypress Society Singers and Dancers. Their previous visit was very popular, so get your reservations early.
The mission of the New Bern Historical Society is to celebrate and share the history of New Bern and the area through events and education. Offices are located in the historic Attmore-Oliver House at 511 Broad Street in New Bern. For more information, call 252-638-8558 or go www.NewBernHistorical.org or www.facebook.com/NewBernHistoricalSociety.

Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!

This month Carr Ipock (former member of the Craven County Board of Education and Jennifer Dacey ((tentative) and current member of the Craven Board of Education) will discuss the Leandro vs the State of North Carolina lawsuit (1994).

The Leandro case originated when Leandro successfully sued the state so several rural school districts would be appropriately funded as the rural county's local property tax could not supplement the schools comparable to wealthier districts and meet the "sound, basic education" requirements.

The state supreme court affirmed the Leandro position (2002) and ordered state officials to fund multi-year comprehensive remedial plans. However, in April 2026, the conservative state supreme court ruled 4-3 that the judicial branch lacks the constitutional authority to compel the legislature to spend state funds, vacating the prior enforcement orders.

The case and appropriate funding for rural schools has been fought by the republican legislature yet these same legislators were able to pass school vouchers for use towards private school costs. Do the republicans want a large segment of the state's population ignorant?

Light refreshments will be provided.
The Humanists and Freethinkers of New Bern is a chapter of the American Humanists Association
This event is free, however, donations to offset the event costs are accepted.

Join us for the grand opening of the North Carolina Coastal Federation’s new Coastal Protection and Restoration Center! The new center will serve as a hub for coastal conservation, bringing together Coastal Federation staff, partners, and community members to advance efforts that protect and restore North Carolina’s coast.

This open-house celebration will feature a full day of activities for the whole family, including hands-on educational activities, presentations from Coastal Federation staff, guided nature hikes, boat rides on Bogue Sound, food trucks and local NC oysters, and live music. You’ll also get the chance to visit our new event center, Pelican Landing, which will be available to rent for community events. Guests are welcome to drop in anytime during the event to explore the Coastal Center, meet staff, and learn how to get involved in protecting our coast.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Coastal Protection and Restoration Center and celebrating this new chapter with our coastal community.

Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!

Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!