Attend the Unity Ball and Silent Auction!

Celebrating 300 Years of Shared History

Saturday, April 14, 2012

7:00pm - 11:00pm

North Carolina History Center

529 S. Front Street, New Bern, NC

Entertainment by: The Secret Agent Band

Guest Speaker Dr. Freddie Parker, of NCCU, Durham, NC

Heavy Hors d’oeuvres: The Flame Banquet Centre

Attire: Semi-Formal

$50.00 per person - Proceeds to benefit Tryon Palace African-American Programs

Purchase tickets at: Tryon Palace, The Flame, Bank of the Arts, The New Bern Historical Society, Area Day Reporting Center.

For more information, contact Sharon C. Bryant at 252-639-3592.

Submitted by: Sharon C. Bryant, African American Outreach Coordinator, North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace

Why Should I Adopt a Senior Pet?

Are you thinking about adopting a pet and immediately picture a puppy or a kitten?  Have you thought about what that would mean to your life?  Young ones are not housebroken or trained, chew everything they can get their mouths around including you and can be very disruptive to your routine.  When you come home after a tiring day, your puppy or kitten will demand immediate attention.  Your young dog will need to be taken to obedience training class. I know, you say, but they are soooo cute. 

Why not consider an older pet?  Many companion animals lose their homes through no fault of their own.  Many folks think that animals that end up at the shelter or in rescue are genetically and behaviorally inferior.  But it is not uncommon for wonderful, well-trained animals to outlive their usefulness or novelty with folks who adopted them on impulse or no longer want them.  Other reasons they become homeless is the death of their person, or that person has to go to a nursing home, assisted living or move in with a child and the beloved pet is not welcome.  Even though they are wonderful loving pets, they find themselves unwanted and homeless.

With a mature pet, what you see is what you get.  They are open books from the start.  You will immediately know their full-grown size, disposition and grooming requirements.  They are already trained but can still be taught new tricks.  They are great at focusing on you and the task at hand.  Plus all the years of being able to read their first human can help them quickly figure out what you want and fit right in.

Older dogs and cats are more practical for older adopters.  When you adopt a young one that can live for fifteen years, they might outlive you and be in the same predicament of having to find another home.  Older dogs are still active, love to go for walks, play ball, bark when someone approaches your house and go for rides in the car.  Older cats love to cuddle and play with toys and catnip.  Since they have a bit less energy than their young counterparts, they are happy to join you on the sofa or in your easy chair. 

At the shelter, the older dogs and cats are often the last to be adopted and the first to be euthanized.  Saving an animal’s life offers an unparalleled emotional return on your investment, and you will feel the rewards every day you spend together. Adopting an adult rescue can be the best decision that you ever make.  Rescue a dog and/or cat and get a devoted friend for life.  Go ahead, do a good deed and adopt an older dog or cat in need of a home. Give that animal a chance that it otherwise would not have.  You won’t be sorry.  Contact a local animal rescue or our animal shelter for you next best friend.

Submitted by: Bonnie Compton, Pals for Paws, 252-637-7387

St Patrick’s Day Celebrations in the Greater New Bern Area

Start your day at the New Bern Farmers Market with a St. Patrick’s Day celebration from 8:00am – 2:00pm.

Enjoy corn beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, drink specials among other tasty treats at participating New Bern Restaurants and Bars:

Downtown New Bern’s Pub Crawl Timeline:

3:00pm – 5:00pm: Persimmons Waterfront Restaurant, E. Front St., 252-514-0033

5:00pm – 6:00pm: Hilton New Bern/Riverfront, 100 Middle St., 252-638-3585

6:00pm – 9:00pm: Bear Town Market (BTM)’ s Beer Garden, corner of Middle and S. Front Sts.

9:00pm – 10:00pm: MJ’s Raw Bar & Grill, 216 Middle St., 252-635-6890

10:00pm – 11:00pm: The Chelsea Restaurant & Catering, 335 Middle St., 252-637-5469

11:00pm until? : The Harvey Mansion’s 1797 Steamer Bar, 221 S. Front St., 252-635-3232

Around Town:

Hurricane Restaurant and Bar with specials and live music with Brian Mac, 100 Marina Dr. in Fairfield Harbour, 252-638-8566

Attitudes Pub and Grill - listen to Peggy on the Piano, 32 Shoreline Dr. in River Bend, 252-633-2006

Spunky McDoogle’s, 1908 S. Glenburnie Rd. for more dinner and drink specials.
If your favorite place isn’t listed, give them a call to find out if they have any exciting events lined up.

Please feel free to comment below or send me an email. Visit New Bern Now on Facebook!

Have a great time!

Wendy Card

Local Coalition Participates In Operation Medicine Drop

The Coastal Coalition for Substance Abuse Prevention is partnering with many members of the local communities in both Carteret and Onslow counties for Operation Medicine Drop. In collaboration with Project Lazarus, this initiative works to bring awareness to the need for proper medication disposal.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse states: “In 2010, approximately 7.0 million persons were current users of psychotherapeutic drugs taken non‐medically (2.7 percent of the U.S. population)”. To protect our waterways, children and our communities, Operation Medicine Drop provides a way for people to anonymously and safely dispose of unused medications.

Operation Medicine Drop is a statewide effort to encourage the public to safely dispose of their unused and expired medications. Over the counter and prescription medications can be dropped off at any of the Operation Medicine Drop sites.

Marine Fisheries March 22, 2012 10am – 2pm

Carteret County Food Lion Stores March 24, 2012 10am – 2pm

Onslow County Walgreen Stores March 24, 2012 10am – 2pm

Onslow County Food Lion Stores March 24, 2012 10am – 2pm

      Gum Branch Road, Piney Green Road, Collage Plaza, Freedom Way,
      Branchwood Shopping Center AND

Jacksonville Fire Station on Huff Drive (this is a drive through drop off)

By disposing of old medications at an official take back event, you ensure the waterways are kept clean; children and youth are kept safe from poisonings and substance abuse and misuse opportunities are reduced. Law enforcement will be at these events to take possession of all medications. No personal information is recorded unless you would like to be on an email list to receive further updates on future drug take back events.

The Coastal Coalition for Substance Abuse Prevention (CCSAP) is a five‐county regional collaboration, including Onslow and Carteret counties. If you would like any more information visit www.omd‐nc.org or contact the CCSAP Media Coordinator for Project Lazarus, Tanya Roberts via email or 252-665-3424.

Submitted by: Tanya Roberts, Coastal Coalition for Substance Abuse Prevention Media Coordinator

Community Notes from around New Bern

The Tryon Chapter of the Embroiderer’s Guild of America holds meetings every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon at the West Craven Recreation Center.  It is a non-profit organization which meets to foster the art of embroidery and needlework. Please contact Sue Marsh for further information, 252-637-9371. Submitted by: Rose

CENTURY 21 Zaytoun Raines is pleased to announce its new rental division Z & R Rentals, specializing in residential property management. Contact Z & R Rentals at 252-670-0045 or ZandRRentals@gmail.com. Submitted by: Debra Shepard

Learn basic camera functions, working with natural light and flash as well as design and color theory to really enhance your photography. This will be an information-packed course that will take you from a novice to intermediate photographer! Contact John or Brandy at Portraits by Angelo, 252-633-3755 to find out more or sign up. Submitted by: Brandy Angelo

Please feel free to comment below or send me an email. Visit New Bern Now on Facebook.

Wendy Card

National Healthcare Decisions Day – Your Decisions Matter

Join Americans across the country in making future healthcare decisions known to family, friends, and healthcare providers. Share your wishes and complete your advance directive, because your decisions matter.

Celebrate National Healthcare Decisions Day by joining:

CarolinaEast Health System and partners on April 16th at 2pm at the New Bern-Craven County Library. There will be a panel discussion by Dr. Robert Monteiro, Chaplain Michael Bostian, and Attorney Jennifer Dacey.

Learn more about National Healthcare Decisions Day www.nationalhealthcaredecisionsday.org or call 252-665-3424.

Submitted by: Tanya Roberts, MSW, CSAPC, NASW-NC President, NASW, COCP Secretary/Treasurer, National Healthcare Decisions Day Initiative, NC Liaison

John Van Dyke “Under the Influence”

Eastern Carolina Jazz and The Flame Banquet Center will present a concert featuring local singer John Van Dyke, on Sunday March 25th at 6pm. Van Dyke will perform a collection of tunes paying homage to some of the Musical Artists who helped to shape his musical journey.

General admission is $15.00. Buffet and beverage service will be available at an additional charge for those who wish to enjoy dinner with the show.

Sunday, March 25th  - Doors open at 5pm - Music starting at 6pm

The Flame Restaurant and Banquet Centre, 2301 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC

Tickets are available at Bank of The Arts in Downtown New Bern and at New Bern Farmers Market, or you may call 252-649-0109 for advance reservations. Tickets will be available at the door but advance reservations are recommended.

Submitted by: John Van Dyke