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Press Release from Lenoir County Alliance for a Healthy Community September, 2016 For immediate release: Contacts: Constance Hengel, 252-522-7028, [email protected] or Joey Huff 252-526-4212, [email protected] Lenoir County Alliance initiates Healthy Community Hero Award for Lenoir County Kinston- The Lenoir County Alliance for a Healthy Community group has recently announced the initiation of a community health champion recognition program. Individuals or organizations will be recognized for demonstrating excellence through a project or program of action within recent history, and which has resulted in exemplary effort and impact in improving the health of the community. Community health encompasses the actions and conditions that protect and improve the health of the community and affect overall quality of life. The Lenoir County Alliance for a Healthy Community seeks nominations for the Healthy Community Hero Award through a simple nomination process. A nomination form may be obtained by going to www.facebook.com/lenoircountyallianceforahealthycommunity (note: you do not have to use Facebook to access this location) and it can be submitted to the group in an open nomination cycle. Individuals or organizations that are selected will be recognized throughout the year and this award offers the particular opportunity to recognize a diversity of important work that often goes unsung in the life of a community. Joey Huff, co-chair of The Alliance for a Healthy Community and the director of the Lenoir County Health Department shares, “Our community is filled with so many individuals and organizations that work hard every day to make a difference in the life of our community. We have real health problems that are improved every day by these efforts. This award will be a positive way to highlight some of the excellent work done here. We look forward to sharing some of the stories that help to improve the health status of our residents.” The Lenoir County Alliance for a Healthy Community is a an umbrella community coalition that seeks to improve quality of life through promoting

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Press Release from Lenoir County Alliance for a Healthy Community September, 2016For immediate release: Contacts: Constance Hengel, 252-522-7028, [email protected] or Joey Huff 252-526-4212, [email protected]

Lenoir County Alliance initiates Healthy Community Hero Award for Lenoir County

Kinston- The Lenoir County Alliance for a Healthy Community group has recently announced the initiation of a community health champion recognition program. Individuals or organizations will be recognized for demonstrating excellence through a project or program of action within recent history, and which has resulted in exemplary effort and impact in improving the health of the community. Community health encompasses the actions and conditions that protect and improve the health of the community and affect overall quality of life.

The Lenoir County Alliance for a Healthy Community seeks nominations for the Healthy Community Hero Award through a simple nomination process. A nomination form may be obtained by going to www.facebook.com/lenoircountyallianceforahealthycommunity (note: you do not have to use Facebook to access this location) and it can be submitted to the group in an open nomination cycle. Individuals or organizations that are selected will be recognized throughout the year and this award offers the particular opportunity to recognize a diversity of important work that often goes unsung in the life of a community.

Joey Huff, co-chair of The Alliance for a Healthy Community and the director of the Lenoir County Health Department shares, “Our community is filled with so many individuals and organizations that work hard every day to make a difference in the life of our community. We have real health problems that are improved every day by these efforts. This award will be a positive way to highlight some of the excellent work done here. We look forward to sharing some of the stories that help to improve the health status of our residents.”

The Lenoir County Alliance for a Healthy Community is a an umbrella community coalition that seeks to improve quality of life through promoting healthy living for all residents in Lenoir County by partnering with private, public, grassroots organizations and individual citizens. This group encourages a healthier community through facilitation of increased knowledge of community resources and initiatives, utilizing networking and collaboration to decrease barriers for an optimally healthy community. Started in 1999 and recognized as a certified Healthy Carolinians task force in 2000, the group includes representatives from dozens of community agencies. The Alliance meets ten months a year at 8:30 am on the fourth Tuesdays at the NC Veterans Home, and serves as an advisory committee for several local organizations. Invitation is open to the community.

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October 2016 Nonprofit E-Newsletter

NEEDED - Items/Services/Volunteers/etc:

Organization: Lenoir County Historical AssociationAddress: Harmony Hall Historical Museum 109 East King St. Kinston, NCPhone: 252-522-0421 Harmony HallContact Person: Judy WhiteDonations Needed: Volunteers to conduct tours of Historic Harmony Hall

Organization: First Baptist ChurchAddress: 2600 Rouse Rd Kinston, NC 28504Phone: 527-1114Contact Person: Jim SanderlinDonations/Volunteers Needed: Raffle Items from local businesses for our October 30 Business Expo

Organization: The CSS Neuse Foundation, caretakers of the Civil War Ironclad CSS Neuse II Address: Corner of Herritage and Gordon StreetsContact Person: John Nix: 252-560-2150, David Mooring: 252-560-0399, Mike Parker:  252-939-6487, Gary Hines:  252-521-9904, Joe Hargett: 252-527-2101, or Doug Williams: 252-717-4869.Volunteers Needed: looking for Volunteers who can open and display the Ironclad to the public on Saturdays and other appointed times during the week.  We are also asking for volunteers to join our Galley Crew (Cook Team) for events including Breakfast on the Boat and Wings over the Neuse.  Volunteers built and paid for the CSS Neuse at the corner of Herritage and Gordon Streets and we are now accepting volunteers who can share our story to the world. Special Request: The CSS Neuse Foundation has begun efforts to make the CSS Neuse II Handicap accessible. We have begun fundraising efforts to purchase an elevator to raise the handicapped 13 feet to the upper deck so they can learn our history and explore our magnificent ironclad. The elevator estimate is $35,000. If anyone wants to contribute to this effort with a donation please contact any board member. Also, if anyone knows of possible Grant Funding for this project please call or email David Mooring: 252-560-0399 or [email protected]

Organization: Preservation of the Grainger Complex, Inc., the volunteer non-profit that manages the Grainger Hill Performing Arts CenterAddress: PO Box 1334, Kinston, NC 28503Phone:(252) 560-8515; (252) 521-4513 ; or visit www.ghpac.comContact Person: Alison Merritt, (252) 560-8515; Barbara Smith, (252) 521-4513;  or Mary Ellison Turner, (252) 522-4686.Donations/Volunteers Needed: Our group is always open to volunteers to help with building maintenance, events, fund-raisers, and rentals. Donations are always welcome.

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ONGOING EVENTS:

Event Title: Second Annual Field of FlagsPurchase a flag in honor or of your special Veteran.When: Flags will fly from November 2nd-Novermber 16th, 2016Location: Choose the location of your flag; Kinston walk of Honor, Kinston Veterans Home, La Grange or Pink Hill, and new this year, Dover.Contact Info: To purchase your flag, please call Ralph Smith at 252-559-2856 or G.I. Joe’s Military Museum at 252-686-5139Cost: Your $10 donation covers a flag honoring a Veteran with their name, ribbon and “Buddy” poppy in remembrance.

Event Title: Prayer Shawl MinistryWhen: Every MondayLocation: Westminster United Methodist Church (Scout Room) 1001 Westminster LaneHours: 10:00 am-12:00 pmContact Info: Ann Robinson 252.560.5880Cost: Free. Bring your own needles and yarn.

Event Title: ScoutsWhen: Every TuesdayLocation: Westminster United Methodist Church 1001 Westminster LaneHours: 6:30-8:00Contact Info: 252.522.3334Cost: Free

Event Title: Coffee ChurchWhen: Every ThursdayLocation: Westminster United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall 1001 Westminster LaneHours: 6:30-8:00Contact Info: Angie Denton 252.522.3334 Ext. 3Cost: Free

Event Title: Bible StudyWhen: Every ThursdayLocation: Westminster United Methodist Church (Conference Room) 1001 Westminster LaneHours: 10-11Contact Info: Church Office 252.522.3334 Ext. 2Cost: Free

Event Title:   Sunday morning worship Date:  Sunday morningsLocation:  Westminster United Methodist Church, 1001 Westminster Lane. Kinston, NC 28501Hours 8:45 and 11:00 AMContact Info:  522-3334Cost: FREE!

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Event Title: Community Council for the Arts – In Our GalleriesDate: Through November 5, 2016 Description: On display at the Arts Center: Hampton Gallery – Chris Wagner; The Kenneth & Kristi Blizzard Gallery – Charles Sharpe; Minges Gallery – Connie Winters; Rayner Gallery – Justin McGowanLocation: Arts Center, 400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NCHours: Tuesday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Closed Sunday & MondayContact Info: Community Council for the Arts400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NC252-527-2517email: [email protected] and website: www.kinstoncca.comCost: Free and open to the public

Event Title: Community Council for the Arts – Youth PaintingDate: Wednesdays in October 2016 (stand-alone sessions)Description: Whether you attend just one week or all sessions in October, youth will enjoy learning techniques and creating original artwork. Pre-registration is required to reserve your space. Come enjoy the fun! Instructor: Molly Smith; ages eight (8) and up; beginners and advancedLocation: Arts Center, 400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NCHours: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.Contact Info: Community Council for the Arts400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NC252-527-2517email: [email protected] and website: www.kinstoncca.comCost: $10 per weekly session

DATED EVENTS:

Event Title: Essay Writing WorkshopDate: October 1, 8, 15, 22, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 120Cost: FreeStudents, brush up on your essay writing skills at this useful workshop. Local educator, Sharon Mervin, will lead the class. Please call to register.

Event Title: Basic Rider Course (1 Weekend) Date: October 1 – October 2, 2016 (Sat. & Sun.)Location: LCC | Bullock Building, Room 172| Kinston, NCHours:  8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $135

Event Title: Concealed Carry Permit (1 Day )Date:  Saturday, October 1, 2016 Location: Law Enforcement Officers’ Association Range  4087 Falling Creek Road | LaGrange, NCHours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $70

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Event Title: Family Game Day Date: Saturday, October 1, 2016Location: Pink Hill Public Library 114 W. Broadway St. Pink Hill, NC 28572Hours (beginning and ending time): 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Contact Info: Pink Hill Public Library 252-568-3631Cost: Free

Event Title: Table Top GamesDate: Saturday, October 1, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 134Cost: FreeCome play modern table top games such as Revolution and Munchkin. We'll enjoy an episode of Tabletop with Wil Wheaton while we play. This program is for ages 13 and up.

Event Title: 6 th Annual Caswell Center Foundation BBQ Chicken Plate Fundraiser Date: Tuesday, October 4, 2016Location: Pick up locations at Woodmen Community Center and Caswell LAC BuildingHours: 11:00 am – 2:00 pmContact Info: Please call 208-3790 or 208-3780 to pre-order your plate. Pre-order is not required, but helps ensure we don’t run out!Cost: $8.00

Event Title: Cooking Demo Holly White of Lenoir UNC Health Care prepares collards cooked with vegetables instead of meatDate: Tuesday, October 4, 2016Location: Lenoir County Farmer’s Market, 100 N. Herritage Street Time: 11:00 am-12:30 pmContact: 252-560-1617Cost: Free

Event Title: Dr. Elliot Engel presents Gone with the Wind Date: Tuesday, October 4, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 120Cost: FreeDr. Elliot Engel will present a lecture on the classic Southern novel Gone With the Wind. Please call to reserve a seat.

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Event Title: Community Council for the Arts – Painting Workshop with Kim EnglishDate: October 4-6, 2016Description: Painting workshop with nationally known and award-winning artist Kim English; class is currently full; waiting list availableLocation: Arts Center, 400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NCHours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Contact Info: Community Council for the Arts400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NC252-527-2517email: [email protected] and website: www.kinstoncca.comCost: $550; $100 non-refundable deposit required to reserve space; deposit due by September 1, 2016 and must be paid in full by October 1, 2016

Event Title: Introduction to Drones (4 Weeks) Date: October 4 – November 1, 2016 (Tuesdays)Location: LCC | Aviation Center| Kinston, NCHours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $70Event Title: Deck the Halls (8 Weeks)   Date: October 4 – November 29, 2016 (Tuesdays)Location: LCC | Bullock Building | Kinston, NCHours: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $70

Event Title: Community Council for the Arts – Painting with AcrylicsDate: October 5, 2016 (start date; Wednesdays for 6 weeks)Description: Enjoy acrylic painting furniture and/or canvas in this October class. Whether a beginner or at an advanced level, students will delight in learning helpful techniques and honing skills to create original works of art. Come join the fun! Instructor: Molly Smith; for all ages and skillsLocation: Arts Center, 400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NCHours: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Contact Info: Community Council for the Arts400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NC252-527-2517email: [email protected] and website: www.kinstoncca.comCost: $55, Member/ $65 Non-Member

Event Title: Lego ClubDate: Thursday, October 6, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library, Children’s Room, 510 N. Queen St. Kinston, NC 28501Hours(beginning and ending time): 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Contact Info: Children’s Department 252-527-7066, ext. 133Cost: Free

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Event Title: University of Mount Olive Concert Series Featuring Solas Date: Thursday, October 6, 2016Location: Hazel Waters Kornegay Assembly Hall (207 Wooten Street, Mount Olive)Hours: 7:30 p.m.Contact Info: Dr. Franklin Gross at [email protected]: FreeIt can be convincingly argued that no band has done more than Solas to prove that Celtic music today is a truly universal musical language, like jazz, rock, or bluegrass. The band’s sound is explosive yet seductively personal; timelessly melodic yet rippling with modern muscle. Through fresh and unexpected arrangements of age-old tunes, compelling and topical originals and covers, and unparalleled musicianship, Solas continues to define the path for the Celtic music world and drive the genre forward.

Event Title:   Breakfast on the Boat Date: Saturday, October 8, 2016Location:  Corner of Herritage and Gordon Streets, KinstonHours(beginning and ending time): 7:00am until 10:30amContact Info: John Nix: 252-560-2150, David Mooring: 252-560-0399, Mike Parker: 252-939-6487, Gary Hines: 252-521-9904, Joe Hargett: Work 252-527-2101 ,  Doug Williams:  252-717-4869, or Eric Cantu: 252-560-8031.Cost:  $7.00 for:  Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, Grits, Biscuits, Coffee. Milk, and Orange Juice.  Prepared by the CSS Neuse II Galley Crew.

Event Title: Star Wars Reads and Story Bird Creations ContestDate: Saturday, October 8, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 133Cost: FreeWe’ll meet in the Teen Area to discuss the Star Wars films, create Mad Libs, and answer trivia. We’ll also discuss teen related resources at the library including our Teen Read Week projects. Each participant will create their own stories using Story Bird, an online literature site. The theme is Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. All stories are due by Thursday, October 13 and one lucky teen will win a $25 Amazon gift card. Winner will be announced on October 15 at the next Teen Read Event.

Event Title: "Wine Down By the River"Date: Saturday, October 8, 2016Location: Pearson Park and the Farmer's Market GazeboHours: 4:00-6:00 pm, wine tasting, Pearson Park; 6:30-9:00 p.m., gourmet dinner prepared by Chef Scot Elden, Farmer's Market GazeboContact Info: Alison Merritt, (252) 560-8515; Barbara Smith, (252) 521-4513; or visit www.ghpac.comCost: $20 per person (Wine Tasting); $50 per person, gourmet dinner with wine pairings prepared by Chef Scot Elden

Event Title: University of Mount Olive: Ghost ApparatusDate: Monday, October 10-Friday, November 4Location: Teresa Pelt Grubbs Gallery – Laughinghouse HallHours: 8 AM to 5 PM Mon-FriContact Info: Larry D. Lean at [email protected]: FREEGeorge McKim's abstract paintings are filled with color and are visually electric. McKim is the author of Found and Lost, a collection of re-purposed and remixed Found Poetry and Visual Poetry. This is a show that everyone must see.

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Event Title: Notary Public Education (2 Days) Date: Tuesday, October 11 & Thursday, October 13, 2016 Location: LCC | Bullock Building, Room 150 | Kinston, NCHours: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $70

Event Title: Commercial Sewing (6 Weeks) Date: October 11 – November 15, 2016 (Tuesdays)Location: Domestic Fabrics | Kinston, NCHours: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]:  $70

Event Title: Community Council for the Arts – Experienced Oil PaintingDate: October 12, 2016 (start date; Wednesdays for 6 weeks)Description: Refine your oil painting skills with visual artist Linda Clark. Students may use still life or original photographs. Critique of individual work will be the focus of this class. Experienced painters only. Participants are asked to wear old clothes, an apron, or a smock, as paint can stain. Instructor: Linda Clark; for adult ages; experienced levelLocation: Arts Center, 400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NCHours: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.Contact Info: Community Council for the Arts400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NC252-527-2517email: [email protected] and website: www.kinstoncca.comCost: $75 Member/ $85 Non-Member

Event Title: Introduction to Machine Embroidery (8 Weeks) Date: October 13 – December 8, 2016 (Thursdays)Location: LCC | Building #20Hours: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Contact:  Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $70

Event Title: Introduction to CATIA (8 Weeks) Date: October 13 – December 12, 2016 (Mon. & Wed.)Location: LCC | Business Technologies BuildingHours: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $180

Event Title: Cornhole on the LawnDate: Thursday, October 13, 2016Location: Harmony Hall Historical Museum 109 East King St. Kinston, NCHours: 5:30-7:30 PMContact Info: 252-522-0421Cost: $20.00

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Event Title: University of Mount Olive: Fall Department of Music Prism ConcertDate: Thursday, October 13, 2016Location: Hazel Waters Kornegay Assembly Hall (207 Wooten Street, Mount Olive)Hours: 7:30 PMContact Info: Dr. Bill Ford at [email protected]: FREEA Prism concert is an interactive concert in which all of our music groups will participate - including Concert Band, Concert Choir, Free Spirit, Chamber Choir, and various soloists. The music is continuous with the performers set up in different positions around the Assembly Hall. It will be an entertaining evening you won’t want to miss.

Event Title: Book SigningDate: Saturday, October 15, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 134Cost: FreeScherrie Strayhorn will be signing copies of her book, When Nothing Else Could Help. After the sudden loss of her oldest daughter’s father and the tragic loss of her young daughter at two months old two years later, Scherrie found herself in unchartered waters. Through the use of poetry and prose she gives her personal testimony and teaches us that there is truly purpose for the pain.

Event Title: Ghost Stories and a Halloween Movie for TeensDate: Saturday, October 15, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 3:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 133Cost: FreeTo wrap up Teen Read Week, join us to share your scary Story Bird creation or simply listen and prepare to be scared! We’ll announce the winner of the story writing contest and watch Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Event Title: Lego ClubDate: Saturday, October 15, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library, Children’s Room, 510 N. Queen St. Kinston, NC 28501Hours (beginning and ending time): 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Contact Info: Children’s Department 252-527-7066, ext. 133Cost: Free

Event Title: Wreath Workshop (4 Hours) Date: Saturday, October 15, 2016 Location:  Bullock Building| Kinston, NC  Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $25

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Event Title: The Donald Thompson BandDate: Sunday, October 16, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 133Cost: FreeCome and listen to the sounds of years gone by as The Donald Thompson Band delivers a high energy performance of vintage rhythm and blues and classic rock. This program is sponsored by the Kinston-Lenoir County Friends of the Library.

Event Title: University of Mount Olive Concert Series Featuring U.S. Air Force Heritage Band of America Date: Monday, October 17, 2016Location: Kornegay ArenaHours: 7:30 PMContact Info: Cindi Wellinger at [email protected]: FREEThe United States Air Force Heritage of America Band has a rich history of inspiring hearts and minds, building and sustaining American patriotism and enhancing esprit de corps in the United States Air Force.  It was one of the original Army Air Corps bands, created in 1941.  The band provides a variety of musical presentations ranging from classical to jazz to Broadway hits.

Event Title: Quilting (8 Weeks) Date: October 19 – December 14, 2016 (Wednesdays)Location: LCC | Building #20 | Kinston, NCHours: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: Based on attendance

Event Title: BooktalkingDate: Thursday, October 20, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 134Cost: FreeThe October Booktalking Book Club selection is Me Before You by Jojo Moyes. Books are available at the Reference desk of the Kinston Public Library.

Event Title: Adult ColoringDate: Saturday, October 22, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 133Cost: FreeAn afternoon of relaxation and coloring. For ages 18 and up.

Event Title:   3 rd Annual Fall Festival of Fun! Benefit for the Lenoir Greene Partnership for ChildrenDate:  Saturday, October 22, 2016Location:  Woodmen Community CenterHours:  10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Contact Info:  Molly Taylor, [email protected] or (252) 939-1200Cost:  $5.00

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Event Title: Tween Book Buzz - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Date:  Saturday, October 22, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library, Children’s Theater, 510 N. Queen St. Kinston, NC 28501Hours(beginning and ending time): 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Contact Info: Children’s Department 252-527-7066, ext. 133Cost: Free

Event Title: Needlecrafts (8 Weeks) Date: October 24 – December 12, 2016 (Mondays)Location: LCC | Building #20 | Kinston, NCHours: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: Based on attendance

Event Title: Needlecrafts (8 Weeks) Date: October 24 – December 12, 2016 (Mondays)Location: LCC | Building #20 | Kinston, NCHours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: Based on attendance

Event Title: University of Mount Olive Sing for Another DayDate: Tuesday, October 25Hours: 7 PMLocation: Southern Bank Auditorium in Raper HallContact Info:  Emily Jenkins at [email protected]: FREESponsored by UMO’s Sisterhood of Crown and Martlet, the 6th annual Sing for Another Day is a benefit concert to raise money for Southeastern Cancer Care in Goldsboro, NC. The concert will include performances by UMO students, faculty, staff, and alumni who would like to exhibit their talents while raising money for a worthy cause. 

Event Title: Needlecrafts (8 Weeks)Date: October 25 – December 13, 2016 (Tuesdays)Location: Fairfield Recreation Center | Kinston, NCHours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: Based on attendance

Event Title: Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop (8 Weeks) Date: October 25 – November 29, 2016 (Tuesdays)Location: LCC |BTU Building, Room 125 | Kinston, NCHours: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $70

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Event Title: Fall FestivalDate: Thursday, October 27, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library, Schechter Auditorium, 510 N. Queen St. Kinston, NC 28501Hours (beginning and ending time): 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Contact Info: Children’s Department 252-527-7066, ext. 133Cost: Free

Event Title: Pumpkin CarvingDate: Friday, October 28, 2015Location: Pink Hill Public Library 114 W. Broadway St. Pink Hill, NC 28572*Please bring your own pumpkin. Carving kits and design pages will be provided.Hours (beginning and ending time): 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Contact Info: Pink Hill Public Library 252-568-3631Cost: Free

Event Title: Teen Scream Haunted HalloweenDate: Saturday, October 29, 2016Location: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library 510 N. King Street, KinstonHours: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Contact Info: 252-527-7066, ext. 134Cost: FreeAre you too afraid to enter the Haunted Library? It will be a frightful night where ghouls and ghosts will linger, and zombies will want your brains! Come in costume or as yourself but come prepared to SCREAM!

Event Title: Notary Public Education (1 Day) Date: Saturday, October 29, 2016 Location: LCC | Bullock Building, Room 170 | Kinston, NCHours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Contact: Sharon King | 252.233.6850 | [email protected]: $70

Event Title: Fall Festival & Business ExpoDate: Sunday, October 30, 2016Location: First Baptist Church 2600 Rouse Rd, Kinston, NC 28504Hours: 4:00-7:00pmContact Info: Jim Sanderlin, 527-1114 or [email protected]: FREE Admission to the public! Business/Arts & Crafts tables: $20 for 6' table, $25 for 8' table, $40 for two tables in an L shape.  Raffle

Event Title: Fall FestivalDate: Monday, October 31, 2016Location: La Grange Public Library 119 E. Washington St. La Grange, NC 28551Hours (beginning and ending time): 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Contact Info: La Grange Public Library 252-566-3722Cost: Free

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Event Title: Fall FestivalDate: Monday, October 31, 2016Location: Pink Hill Public Library 114 W. Broadway St. Pink Hill, NC 28572Hours (beginning and ending time): 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Contact Info: Pink Hill Public Library 252-568-3631Cost: Free

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Event Title: Casino Night Fundraiser for the Pink Hill Wellness and Education CenterDate: Saturday, November 5, 2016Location: Queen Street Deli, KinstonHours: 7:00-10:00 pm Contact Info: Jennifer Scott 252-568-2425, [email protected]: $50 per person, sponsorship opportunities available

Event Title:   Rehearsals, Community Performance of Handel's Messiah Date: Sundays, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27Location: First Presbyterian Church, 2101 N. Herritage Street, KinstonHours: 2:00 -3:30 PM, EXCEPT Nov. 13 which is 5:00 - 6:30 PMContact Info: John O'Brien, [email protected]: Free

Event Title: Community Council for the Arts – Business After Hours at the Arts CenterDate: November 15, 2016Description: Opening reception for Lenoir County Artist League’s annual juried show “LOCALS ONLY”; this annual event features musical entertainment from the Kinston Jazz TAPS Group and introduces dance couples participating in the annual Stars Dance for the Arts to be held January 21, 2017Location: Arts Center, 400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NCHours: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Contact Info: Community Council for the Arts400 N. Queen Street, Kinston, NC252-527-2517email: [email protected] and website: www.kinstoncca.comCost: Free and open to the public

Event Title: Thanksgiving Special Event Date: Saturday, November 19, 2016Location: Lenoir County Farmers MarketHours: event starts about 11 o'clockContact Info: 252 560 1617Cost: Contribution to Farmers Market Kitchen project appreciated.Vivian Howard of A Chef's Life and Chef and the Farmer Restaurant and  Leraine Tolston of Queen Street Deli will prepare and serve samples of Thanksgiving menu items. There will also be a Pop Up Art Show at the market with artists from Art 105 Gallery. For "pop up" spaces, please call  252-560-1617