Community Calendar

This nostalgic exhibit features signage from the Mitchell Slotnick Pepsi Collection. During the 20th century, signage evolved from its infancy to dominance in the field of advertising. Pepsi signage examples on exhibit include metal signs, 3-D plastic signs, neon clock signs, thermometer signs, calendar signs, die-cut cardboard and die-cut metal, illustrations, and photographic prints. Spanning decades and various Pepsi logos and slogans.

This nostalgic exhibit features signage from the Mitchell Slotnick Pepsi Collection. During the 20th century, signage evolved from its infancy to dominance in the field of advertising. Pepsi signage examples on exhibit include metal signs, 3-D plastic signs, neon clock signs, thermometer signs, calendar signs, die-cut cardboard and die-cut metal, illustrations, and photographic prints. Spanning decades and various Pepsi logos and slogans.

This nostalgic exhibit features signage from the Mitchell Slotnick Pepsi Collection. During the 20th century, signage evolved from its infancy to dominance in the field of advertising. Pepsi signage examples on exhibit include metal signs, 3-D plastic signs, neon clock signs, thermometer signs, calendar signs, die-cut cardboard and die-cut metal, illustrations, and photographic prints. Spanning decades and various Pepsi logos and slogans.

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: 10-MINUTE PLAY CONTEST

Writers, unleash your creativity—we want your plays!

Do you have a bold idea, a gripping tale, or a hilarious scene? Submit your original 10-minute play for a chance to be staged, published, or awarded a cash prize!

GUIDELINES:

Original, unpublished works only
Max 10 minutes runtime (8-12 pages)
Any genre: comedy, drama, thriller, absurdist—you name it!
Open to all writers (emerging or established)

PRIZES & OPPORTUNITIES:

• Winning plays presented in a live readers theater production
• Cash awards for Audience Choice winners

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: September 1, 2025

SUBMISSION FEE: $20

HOW TO ENTER: Upload at this link:

https://form.jotform.com/250754861553159

Script (PDF format)
Title & brief synopsis
Your contact info

We will notify you upon receipt of your script and selection to the competition.

This nostalgic exhibit features signage from the Mitchell Slotnick Pepsi Collection. During the 20th century, signage evolved from its infancy to dominance in the field of advertising. Pepsi signage examples on exhibit include metal signs, 3-D plastic signs, neon clock signs, thermometer signs, calendar signs, die-cut cardboard and die-cut metal, illustrations, and photographic prints. Spanning decades and various Pepsi logos and slogans.

Did you ever think of what it would be like to find and restore lost treasure? Elise Carroll, conservator for the NC Office of State Archaeology’s Queen Anne’s Revenge Conservation Lab in Greenville does just that, and she’ll tell you about it at the New Bern Historical Society’s Lunch and Learn on Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 11:30 am at Carolina Colours Pavillion, 3300 Waterscape Way in new Bern.
Finding canoes from so long ago is exciting, but what is done to conserve them? And what do we know about the people that made them? Elise Carrol will explain.
The lakes in North Carolina have been an important maritime resource for Native Americans for thousands of years. In the 1980s, 23 dugout canoes were discovered in and around Lake Phelps, and four were recovered for further study. Elise Carroll, conservator for the NC Office of State Archaeology’s Queen Anne’s Revenge Conservation Lab in Greenville, is working on the re-conservation of three out of the four canoes recovered from Lake Phelps, alongside the conservation of newly recovered canoe from Lake Waccamaw. She will discuss the history of Native American activity around the lakes, the discovery of the canoes, and the efforts to stabilize the canoes so that they are preserved for generations to come.
Prepaid reservations for Lunch & Learn are required. The cost is $25 for Historical Society members, and $28 for nonmembers, which includes a buffet meal format. Two entrees are included along with salad, vegetables, rolls, and dessert. Iced tea, coffee, service, and gratuity are all included; wine and beer are available for purchase. Reservations open July 21 at www.NewBernHistorical.org or at the New Bern Historical Society Office at 511 Broad St. or by calling 252-638-8558.

Potluck.

Topic Discussions: 1-Personal moment towards humanism. 2- Effective community outreach promoting humanism (human valuing).

For more information go to https://www.meetup.com/humanist-freethinkers-of-new-bern

This new initiative aims to encourage economic development across Lenoir, Greene, and Jones Counties by building the managerial capacity of nonprofit organizations operating in our region. It will also develop a network of mutual support and promote collaboration within the nonprofit sector.

This is the inaugural event for the new project. It is open ONLY to executive directors and board members of nonprofits from the targeted three counties.

The project is supported by the following organizations: Lenoir Community College's Small Business Center, the Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce, Neuse Regional Libraries, Lenoir-Greene United Way, and UNC Health.

Join Tryon Palace Gardens and Greenhouse Manager Mike Spafford, for an exclusive look at standout plants featured in the Fall Plant Sale. This lecture highlights top picks for autumn planting, offering expert tips on adding color, texture, and seasonal interest to your landscape. Learn how to make the most of these selections to create a thriving fall garden.

This lecture will take place in Cullman Performance Hall at the North Carolina History Center.

This event will be fun for all ages! If you or someone you know is a fan of United States, North Carolina, or military history, this event will be the perfect way to spend your Saturday. Come celebrate and learn about some of the many military groups throughout history at the North Carolina History Center. Several military reenactment units from Tryon Palace and across the state will be onsite representing military history from the Revolutionary War through World War II.