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Nov 1-Feb 28 | Tryon Palace Winter Garden Hours
New Bern, Craven County
The magnificent gardens at Tryon Palace are open Monday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Sundays.
Building tours also available, with the last tour of each building beginning at 4:00 p.m. Admission charged.
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Nov 12-Dec 23 | Christmas Made in North Carolina
New Bern, Craven County
This show will feature artists from across North Carolina including paintings, pottern, woodworking, carving, jewelry, and other aratistic mediums. Saturdays will feature an arts and craft project free for the children through the month of December.
(252) 638-2577
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Nov 19-Dec 30 | Gallery Exhibit, Featuring: Peggy Brinkley
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Peggy Brinkley is the 2009 Landmark Show Winner.
The show will then have an Opening Reception, Friday, November 19th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, open to the public.
This event is proudly sponsored by: Gateway Bank & Trust
Location: The Center - Jaquelin Jenkins Gallery
Open During Business Hours
Admission: FREE
Arts of the Albemarle: 252-338-645
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Nov 26-Dec 17 | A Dickens of a Christmas Trolley Tour
New Bern, Craven County
Recount the classic novel by Charles Dickens as you enjoy a trolley ride through the historic downtown business district. This is a wonderful opportunity to see the unique decorations and lights that our downtown merchants will showcase as the story of “A Christmas Carol” is unveiled throughout the tour. Tours are offered on Friday evenings at 5:30pm and 7:00pm beginning the Friday after Thanksgiving until the Friday before Christmas. Space is limited, so reservations are strongly recommended. For more information please contact New Bern Tours & Convention Services at (800) 849-7316 or visit www.newberntours.com.
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Nov 26-Dec 31 | AOA's The Art of Giving, Gift-a-rama
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Arts of the Albemarle will be hosting its annual Christmas Open House on Friday, November 27th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Come enjoy hors d’oeurves, wine and punch while you peruse our one-of-a-kind gifts.
Original pieces of art, exquisite hand crafts, beautiful jewelry – there is something for everyone on your list!
Location: The Center
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Admission: FREE
Arts of the Albemarle: 252-338-6455
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Nov 26-Dec 31 | Three Centuries of Christmas Cheer in the 'Athens' of North Carolina
New Bern, Craven County
Experience Christmas customs that would have been familiar to New Bernians of the past. View an early settlement camp, tour the Grand Opening of Tryon's Palace, and experience traditions ranging from the eighteenth century through the middle of the twentieth. Multiple homes will be decorated and interpreted for the various time periods, as well as the North Carolina History Center.
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1-24 | A Dickens of a Christmas in Downtown New Bern
New Bern, Craven County
Join us for an entire season of celebration in Downtown New Bern! Special events include our Downtown Illumination every evening, special home tours, trolley tours, walking tours, bed & breakfast tours, a cookie walk, lighting of community tree, a parade, a flotilla, musical events, Santa in a winter wonderland at Bear Plaza, the story of "A Christmas Carol" in our shop windows and be a "Dickens Detective" by finding the secret code and more!
You won't want to miss the beautiful wreaths decorating business windows competing for "Best Wreath," the Nut Cracker peformance and the NC Symphony performance. Friday evening entertainment will be provided by the Salvation Army Band and Choir, and of course great shopping and dining is always offered! Please call the New Bern Chamber of Commerce for more information at (252) 637-3111 or visit www.downtownnewbern.blogspot.com.
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2 | Community Sing
New Bern, Craven County
Join the community in front of Christ Episcopal Church as we gather in the street singing Christmas carols for the holiday season. This event is free and open to the public. For more information please contact Christ Episcopal Church at (252) 633-2109 or visit www.christchurchnewbern.com.
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2-5 | Country Music Showcase: Santa, Elves, and Jingle Bells
Smithfield, Johnston County
Come celebrate the season with the cast of the Country Music Showcase. We'll take you on a musical stroll through our wonderland. This is the most popular show of the year so get your reserved seats early. Paul A. Johnston Auditorium, Johnston Community College, Smithfield. 919-209-2099. Show times: Thurs-Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm & 7pm, Sun 2pm.
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2-7 | American Music Jubilee Christmas Show
Selma, Johnston County
Music is such a significant part of Christmas- and nothing will put you in the Christmas Spirit as easily. Take a nostalgic trip back to an innocent age when anticipation of Santa made the holidays magical- when we all dreamed of a ""White Christmas"" and listen for ""Silver Bells."" Picture a ""Midnight Clear"" with gospel favorites, or find yourself tapping your toes to the exciting contemporary beat of hits like ""Christmas in Dixie."" The season begins in November and runs through December. Admission. Call for reservations. 919-202-9927 or toll free 877-843-7839.
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3 | USA Dance Ch. #6102 - Black and White Bal
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Singles and couples welcome - partners not required. Beginners are welcome!
Location: The Pines at Elizabeth City
7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Admission: $20 Pre-purchase tickets only
James Gomez, Northeastern NC USA Dance Chapter 6102
President: 252-335-2258
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3-12 | The Nutcracker Ballet
New Bern, Craven County
Be greeted by Christmas Carolers as you enter the Historic Athens Theatre to enjoy this year’s ballet production presented as a bedtime story for Marie, as told by her Mother. Join in the magical adventure that includes a grand Christmas party, twirling snowflakes, toy soldiers, life-size mice, and a journey to the Land of the Sweets with its beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy and its Waltzing Flowers. Performances will take place Fridays December 3, 10 at 8pm, Saturdays December 4, 11 at 2pm & 8pm and Sundays December 5, 12 at 2pm. Tickets are $10 general seating and will be available beginning October 1st at the New Bern Civic Theatre, Craven Arts Council, Craven County Convention Center, or online at www.downeastdancestudio.com. For more information please contact Wendy Daw at (252) 633-9622 or visit www.downeastdancestudio.com.
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3-18 | Christmas By The Sea Festival
Southport, Brunswick County
Three weekends of different events including home tours, entertainment, parade, concerts, flotilla, and more. Visit festival website for complete details. www.christmasbysea.com
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4841 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964 or 800/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Admission Fees Vary. Some events are free.
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4 | Christmas By The Sea Festival Parade
Oak Island, Brunswick County
Festival Parade on Oak Island steps off at 3pm on 46th Street/Oak Island Drive travels North on Oak Island Drive to McGlamery Street.
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 910/457-6964 www.christmasbysea.com
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4 | Battleship Alive!
Wilmington, New Hanover County
Times: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Watch and interact with World War II living history interpreters as they bring the Ship to life by re-enacting daily duties & drills. Free with regular Battleship admission. Please call 910-251-5797 for more information.
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4 | Coastal Christmas Flotilla
New Bern, Craven County
New Bern Parks and Recreation is proud to host the annual Coastal Christmas Flotilla! Join us for a magical evening of bright lights, beautiful boats and music. The Marine Corps Band will play while the boats are parading down the river. Santa will hitch a ride aboard “The Hatterascal” to greet the children in Union Point Park.
252-639-2902
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4 | Bear City Opry Christmas Show
New Bern, Craven County
Come enjoy the Bear City Opry Country & Gospel Music Christmas Show. Join us for a night of good country and gospel music played the way you used to hear it on the Grand Ole Opry. Doors open at 6:00pm with the show beginning at 7:00pm at the Masonic Theatre located in downtown New Bern. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door and children under 12 years of age are $2. For more information, tickets & reserved seating please call 252-670-7082.
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4 | Downtown Waterfront Market's "Last Minute Market Bazaar"
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Come on downtown and kick off the holiday season!
Location: Mariners Wharf
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Admission: FREE
Denise Richards: 252-338-0169
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4 | Christmas Open House at the Museum
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Annual Museum of the Albemarle Open House. Experience the sights and sounds of the holidays. Creative activities for the children highlighted with a visit from "Santa."
Location: Museum of the Albemarle
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Admission: FREE
252-335-1453
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4 | Jaycees Christmas Parade
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
The theme is "Twas the Night Before Christmas" and will start at Westover Street, besides Bojangle’s, with the line up going downtown Catalina and run along Corsair Circle. All floats must enter from Hull Dr., between the Moose Lodge and Performance Chevrolet.
Location: Downtown Elizabeth City
5:30 pm
Admission: $30.00/participants
Chris Dail, EC Jaycees Member: 252-331-0330
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4 | Lighted Boat Christmas Parade
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
The theme will be the same as the Land Parade - "Twas the Night Before Christmas", and will take place immediately following the Land Parade.
Location: Elizabeth City Waterfront
Takes place immediately following the Land Christmas Parade
Admission: FREE
Greg Duncan: 252-335-5530
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5 | The Albemarle Chorale Annual Christmas Concert
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Presented by The Albemarle Chorale. The concert is free, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Location: First United Methodist Church
4:00 pm
Admission: FREE
Leah Jonson: 252-426-5891
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5-29 | Kitty Dough and Jim Fineman Art Show
Manteo, Dare County
Kitty Dough Botanical Drawings and Nature Art
Jim Fineman- Clay Vases and Basketry
Dec. 5-29
Art Gallery
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon-Fri) 10 a.m. 4 p.m. (Sat)
Enjoy botanical drawings and nature art by this certified botanical illustrator, Kitty Dough and stoneware vases and basketry by Jim Fineman. Fineman gathers vines on Roanoke Island and combines them with reeds and sea grass to make the baskets. Reception: Dec. 5, 2-4 p.m. During 2010 the gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park will feature a group of exhibitions that give voice to the Earth. Earth Speaks will feature earth friendly mini quilts, beach glass art, nature and weather photography, watercolor collages of whimsical landscapes and wildlife, realistic wildlife paintings and prints, and bird and floral photography, natural material baskets, clay vases and more. (252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com.
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6-7 | Pearl Harbor Rembrance Weekend
Wilmington, New Hanover County
Times: 7:00 pm (Monday, December 6th), Noon (Tuesday, December 7th)
The Azalea Coast Amateur Radio Club hosts a world wide ham radio operator event onboard the Battleship commemorating the December 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor. Radio operators making contact will receive a special postcard verifying contact. Please call 910-367-1758.
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9-14 | American Music Jubilee Christmas Show
Selma, Johnston County
Music is such a significant part of Christmas- and nothing will put you in the Christmas Spirit as easily. Take a nostalgic trip back to an innocent age when anticipation of Santa made the holidays magical- when we all dreamed of a ""White Christmas"" and listen for ""Silver Bells."" Picture a ""Midnight Clear"" with gospel favorites, or find yourself tapping your toes to the exciting contemporary beat of hits like ""Christmas in Dixie."" The season begins in November and runs through December. Admission. Call for reservations. 919-202-9927 or toll free 877-843-7839.
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10 | "Jingle Bell Workshop"
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Spend the morning or afternoon learning the history of gingerbread at Christmas and decorate a gingerbread house.
Children must be accompanied by adult.
Location: Museum of the Albemarle
10:00 am - 11:00 am, kids from 3 to 5 years of age
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm, kids from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade
Registration Required
Admission: Call to find out
252-335-1453
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11 | Fall Commencement
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Location: Elizabeth City State University
Genevia Kellogg: 252-335-328
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11 | Bear City Opry Christmas Show
New Bern, Craven County
Come enjoy the Bear City Opry Country & Gospel Music Christmas Show. Join us for a night of good country and gospel music played the way you used to hear it on the Grand Ole Opry. Doors open at 6:00pm with the show beginning at 7:00pm at the Masonic Theatre located in downtown New Bern. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door and children under 12 years of age are $2. For more information, tickets & reserved seating please call 252-670-7082.
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11 | Elizabeth City State University Presents a Christmas Choir
Manteo, Dare County
RIFP Performance Series
Elizabeth City State University Presents a Christmas Choir
December 11 at 2 and 7 p.m.
Indoor Theatre
The performances are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500
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11 | 12th Annual Cookie Walk
New Bern, Craven County
Enjoy homemade cookies baked by the ladies of Christ Church. The Cookie Walk Cafe will be featuring homemade soup and sandwiches as well. Spend time listening to live entertainment by the Middle Street Moods. You pay by the pound. All proceeds support Christ Church projects. Event will take place from 10am-5pm at Christ Church Ministry Center. For more information please contact Christ Episcopal Church at (252) 633-2109 or visit www.christchurchnewbern.com.
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11 | Tryon Palace Grand Illumination
New Bern, Craven County
5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Tickets will be sold for specific tour time slots
Experience an eightennth-century candlelit Christmas celebration! The evening program includes a tour through the Palace (and perhaps a word or two with the Governor), performances by Tryon Palace's Fife and Drum Corps and Jonkonnu troup, and an assortment of other performers. The evening ends with a grand illumination over the South Lawn.
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12 | North Carolina Symphony POPS Concert
New Bern, Craven County
The North Carolina Symphony will present a holiday concert at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center at 7:30 PM.
877-627-6724
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12 | The Holly and the Ivy Holiday Homes Tour
New Bern, Craven County
Sponsored by the New Bern Women's Club, this annual event features historic homes for the holiday season from 12 PM to 5 PM.
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13 | Craven Messiah Chorus
New Bern, Craven County
This event will be the 28th performance of Handel's Messiah at Centenary Methodist Church. There will be an open rehearsal at 3:00 PM and the performance will be at 7:30 PM.
252-633-2918
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14 | History Tales "Make It, Take It": Christmas Traditions
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Discover various Christmas traditions, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.
Elementary students accompanied by an adult.
Location: Museum of the Albemarle
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Admission: FREE
252-335-1453
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14 | Junior Museum Explorers: Life During the 1930s and 40s
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Students will participate in a specialized gallery tour and a hands-on activity. Free for students 12-17
Location: Museum of the Albemarle
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Admission: FREE
252-335-1453
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16-21 | American Music Jubilee Christmas Show
Selma, Johnston County
Music is such a significant part of Christmas- and nothing will put you in the Christmas Spirit as easily. Take a nostalgic trip back to an innocent age when anticipation of Santa made the holidays magical- when we all dreamed of a ""White Christmas"" and listen for ""Silver Bells."" Picture a ""Midnight Clear"" with gospel favorites, or find yourself tapping your toes to the exciting contemporary beat of hits like ""Christmas in Dixie."" The season begins in November and runs through December. Admission. Call for reservations. 919-202-9927 or toll free 877-843-7839.
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18 | Tryon Palace Grand Illumination
New Bern, Craven County
5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Tickets will be sold for specific tour time slots
Experience an eightennth-century candlelit Christmas celebration! The evening program includes a tour through the Palace (and perhaps a word or two with the Governor), performances by Tryon Palace's Fife and Drum Corps and Jonkonnu troup, and an assortment of other performers. The evening ends with a grand illumination over the South Lawn.
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18 | New Bern History Bowl
New Bern, Craven County
This is the FINAL History Bowl Session and will include the semi-final and final matches. It will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Orringer Auditorium at Craven Community College.
800-767-1560
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24-26 | Seasons Greetings!
New Bern, Craven County
Tryon Palace is closed in celebration of the holidays.
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