Community Calendar

In celebration of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, the Arts Council of Carteret County is proud to announce a special K-12 art competition. This initiative invites young artists across Carteret County to reflect on our nation's history, ideals, and future by answering the question: What does "We the People" mean to you?
As the nation celebrates its semiquincentennial in 2026, the Arts Council of Carteret County aims to highlight the diverse perspectives of the next generation. The competition is open to all students from rising kindergartners through rising 12th graders, including public, private and home-schooled students.
"We want to encourage students to explore what this milestone means to them through a variety of mediums, including poetry, prose, painting, drawing, photography and mixed media." said Melissa Kelley, President of the Arts Council of Carteret County. "This is an opportunity for young creatives to share their vision of American community, belonging and the shared values that shape our future."
Winners will be honored during an Opening Reception, Monday, June 29th. All submitted works will be on exhibition at the Arts Council's Carolina Artist Gallery from June 30 through July 11, Tuesday-Saturday, 11-5.
For full contest rules, submission forms and to learn more about our 250th anniversary programming, please visit
https://www.artscouncilcarteret.org/event-details-registration/accc-america-250-student-art-contest

The New Bern Yarn Project launches a community art installation to commemorate America's 250th anniversary. In partnership with Craven Arts Council/Bank of the Arts, the iconic New Bern bears will display handmade knitted and crocheted scarves throughout downtown and surrounding areas. The theme, "Woven Together for 250 Years," honors community spirit and creativity. The installation will be on display July 2-15, 2026

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.

As part of BHA’s America 250, 1776 – 2026 celebrations, we’re hosting a FREE community gathering for kids and adults where the past meets the present!

A DJ will entertain with pop hits of today and host short historical activities from the past throughout the event, featuring colonial dress-up/photo booth, face painting, 1700s dancing, a cookie and cakewalk, ice cream, hot dogs, popcorn, colonial games and more!

Food trucks will be on the Historic Site for eats, and beer, wine and soft drinks will also be available for purchase. This is a family-friendly event on the lawn!

NOTE: BRINGING PERSONAL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND/OR COOLERS, SPARKLERS, FIRECRACKERS OR OTHER FIREWORKS ON SITE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.

Do bring your camp chairs or blankets and have fun with history!

July 3rd from 4:00pm to 7:00pm on the Beaufort Historic Site grounds.

*We need volunteers to help with crowd control, facilitate historical activities, and wear 1700s clothing. If you’d like to help, call 252.728.5225 to sign up.

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 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 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 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 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 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.