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

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

Are you interested in volunteering as a literacy or ESL tutor? Please join us for our next New Tutor Training Workshop. The workshop begins on August 25, 2026, and will continue with sessions on August 27, September 1 and September 3. These training sessions will be from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm. All sessions will be held at Craven Literacy Council Meeting Rooms, 2507-F Neuse Blvd., New Bern, NC.
No prior teaching experience is required.
For more information contact Jim Chesson at james.chesson@cravenliteracy.org.

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

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.

August Reign of Terror, 1781
Historian Dennis Harper at Lunch & Learn August 27

Join the New Bern Historical Society for Lunch & Learn at 11:30am on Thursday, August 27 at Carolina Colours Pavilion as they host author and historian Dennis Harper to learn about this frightening time in our history.
On January 28, 1781, Maj. James H. Craig, with his British forces, captured the town of Wilmington. His mission was to establish a supply base for Lt. Gen. Charles Cornwallis’s army as they continued their southern campaign into North Carolina. Major Craig’s most notable military expedition was his punitive raid that began on August 1, 1781, when he left Wilmington and headed to Duplin County. From there, he led his troops toward New Bern, skirmishing along the way with militia. In his program author Dennis Harper will discuss Craig's activities over 10 months of occupation of Wilmington, NC which includes 5 skirmishes in Jones County, the ransacking of New Bern in Craven County, the deaths of Capt. John Gordon and Dr. Alexander Gaston and much more.
Executive Director, Anthony Giardino is excited about this presentation. “Dennis Harper brings us a thrilling Revolutionary War story that not many are aware of. Be sure to get your reservations early!”
Prepaid reservations for Lunch & Learn are required. Online reservations open July 13 for members, July 15 for non-members. The cost is $25 for Historical Society members, and $28 for nonmembers, which includes a buffet meal format. Go to www.NewBernHistorical.org or call 252-638-8558.

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

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

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.

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