Community Calendar

Bring the kids (ages 0–8) for a FREE day of fun at the 12th Annual Smart Start Family Festival on Saturday, November 14, from 10am to 1pm at Long Leaf Park. Families will enjoy hands-on activities, live entertainment by the Broccoli Brothers Circus, raffle prizes, and more! Discover local resources and enjoy quality time together in a festive, family-friendly setting.
Questions about participating or sponsoring? Contact Jennifer at 910-815-3731 or jennifer.gallo@newhanoverkids.org.

For one day each year, we open the doors to our home and transform it into a gallery for our Annual Open House Art Show, a celebration of art, community, and another incredible year of shows.
Now in its 4th year, the Open House is our opportunity to bring together friends, collectors, artists, and supporters, share Bradley’s latest work, and simply say thank you to everyone who continues to support what we do.
Throughout the house, guests will discover Bradley Carter’s original paintings, acrylic paint-skin journals, his popular holiday series, and his award-winning novel, The Canvas We Share.
More than an art show, the Open House is a relaxed, personal way to celebrate creativity and the community that makes our year possible. The event will be catered by the wonderful Laura Carter, with food and refreshments to enjoy throughout the day, and may even feature a few special guests stopping by along the way.
We are proud to partner with the Arts Council of Wilmington & New Hanover County for this year’s Open House and look forward to welcoming everyone into our home for this special one-day event.

Explore the waters on a custom pontoon boat around Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach. Captained by a naturalist ,this one hour trip provides a combination of natural history and local flora and fauna ecology

Event submission for Free 55+ Dance Workshops

Join us for a lively workshop that starts with a gentle warm-up, followed by easy-to-learn dance moves and a fun routine. You'll explore expressive dance-acting, boost your confidence. and enjoy moving together at a comfortable pace. Then we will finish with a soothing stretch to leave you feeling energized and refreshed!

Call 910-341-7860 to register!

Workshop Times: 10:30am - 12pm

Workshop Dates: July 25, August 29, September 26, October 31, November 14, December 12

More info at wilmingtoncommunityarts.org/classes-and-events/take-the-stage-a-performing-arts-series-for-55/workshops/

South to North, East to West, (Inner to Outer), Darkness to Light: This journey takes us from the Incan Peru of Gabriela Lena Frank, through the inner world of Grammy Winner Jeff Scott's jazz-influenced, emotional The Journey, and through the timeless triumphs of Mozart and Beethoven's iconic journeys from darkness to light.

Date and Time: On Sat, 14 Nov 2026 19:30 - 21:30

Venue details: Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, 703 North 3rd Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401, United States

Category: Live Music | Concert

Price: General Admission: USD 33.86

A modern version of Euripides' classic story of two siblings struggling to escape the long shadow of family violence. Journey to the mythical land of Tauris where Iphigenia and Orestes battle fickle deities and a tyrannical king in one last attempt to end the cycle of killing.

Explore the waters on a custom pontoon boat around Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach. Captained by a naturalist ,this one hour trip provides a combination of natural history and local flora and fauna ecology

A modern version of Euripides' classic story of two siblings struggling to escape the long shadow of family violence. Journey to the mythical land of Tauris where Iphigenia and Orestes battle fickle deities and a tyrannical king in one last attempt to end the cycle of killing.

Join the folks at Fermental as we celebrate the arrival of February with our weekly SUNDAY JAZZ JAM, hosted by local artist, Jay Killman.

5pm - 8pm

With a solid foundation of house musicians including Killman, Jon Hill, and Gabrielle Sánchez, this recurring renaissance of jazz welcomes all level of performers: students, professionals, and beginners.

Bring your instrument or bring your ear and enjoy a weekly session of jazz artists and jazz enthusiasts.

Family friendly. Pet friendly.
FREE parking available throughout the Cargo District

More info: 910.821.0362

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Host Jay Killman is a professional musician performing with a wide array of acts including jazz ensembles, singer songwriters, hip hop groups, and fusion bands. He is also an avid composer, arranger and teacher. He is currently an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. www.jaykillmanmusic.com

Explore the waters on a custom pontoon boat around Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach. Captained by a naturalist ,this one hour trip provides a combination of natural history and local flora and fauna ecology