Community Calendar

Come meet some of the sweetest pets in Onslow County!

Thalian Hall is proud to present "Works by Hand: over twenty hand-carved linoleum prints by Janette Hopper".

Through metaphor and narrative, these prints speak about communication and sharing. The nudes
symbolize innocents, freedom, and honesty and are inspired by images of new and old masters and
by direct observation.

Janette K. Hopper has always enjoyed figure drawing and one of her first narratives was when she
was in elementary school of the Piped Piper in color crayon. Fortunately, the Boise Idaho School
System had excellent art programs and she had encouragement from her parents.

Throughout her education and life, she has been a keen observer, partly because her father taught
her that if she was bored, she was not looking. As she continued her education at the University of
Idaho, she was introduced to drawing the figure. She continued that work at Boise State University
and eventually while getting her MFA at the University of Oregon. Her other major interest was the
panoramic landscape view so she has always climbed to viewpoints and observed nature and is
known for her paintings.

She began making prints in Denmark while on a Fulbright. Artistically, Denmark was a freeing
experience for all her artistic ideals. Here she could see people of all ages enjoying the nude figure in
art, the North Sea and the architecture of the historic city either by walking or riding her bike.

She has always thought of the human body as a wondrous gift to house our spirit and our mind and
with which we share love and companionship with others. As an artist, she believes that art speaks to
all aspects of life and it must be honest. You will find these ideals in her prints.
Web: www.janettekhopper.com Instagram: janettekhopperart

Live acoustic jazz every Saturday at The ArtWorks-Wilmington, from 3pm-5pm. James Jarvis performs live on the grand piano for your listening pleasure. Tell your friends!

Historic Downtown Wilmington Marketplace is a city sponsored artisan outdoor market, in our 9th year. Every Sunday from April through October, local artists set up and display their creations on Front Street between Market and Dock streets, from 10-3pm. You can find jewelry, glass, fiber, clay, paintings and wall hangings.

Facebook: Historic Downtown Wilmington Marketplace
Instagram:@downtownilmartists
Contact: June Drachunus info@hdwmarket.com

Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!

Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.

Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!

Burgwin-Wright House is happy to welcome James C. Horton for his solo show in our gallery!
An avid history buff, Horton often incorporates historic scenes of old Wilmington as a subject for his paintings with subjects ranging from Landscape and Water Scenes to his interpretations of historical events and places. Horton is also attracted to subjects that have a complicated or intricate structure or are of scenic beauty.

The opening reception will take place on October 25 from 6-9pm. Horton's artworks will be on exhibit and for sale until November 16. Admission is free. The gallery is open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm.

A painting that Horton made of the Historic Brunswick Town now hangs in their Visitor Center, and two of his paintings, one of which is of the Burgwin-Wright House, are the covers of Jack E. Fryar’s, Jr newest book “When the British Came: Revolution in the cape Fear, 1765-1782. Horton has had several one person shows throughout the Wilmington area including 3 at the Bellamy Mansion.

Horton relocated with his wife, Joanne, to Wilmington from Pittsburgh PA in 2016 and loves the Coastal scene and all its adventure and stories He works in many media including Oil, Opaque Watercolor also known as Gouache, Graphite Pencil, and Acrylic.

A graduate of The Ivy School of Professional Art, Horton worked as a Graphic Designer as well as a Technical Illustrator before changing fields and working as a Computer Draftsman. His work in these technically oriented disciplines is evident in the detail that he achieves on his Paintings and Drawings. He has exhibited regularly throughout his life, first with the Pittsburgh Society of Artists and more recently with The Wilmington Art Association and The Art League of Leland. He also has had several paintings at The Artworks Gallery in Wilmington and many of his paintings are now in private collections.

In these difficult times be a part of something bigger than yourself, drop off new, unwrapped toys in the visitor center on the ground floor level Monday-Saturday between 10AM-4PM now through December 16th.

The goal of Marine Toys for Tots is to help bring the joy of Christmas and the holiday season and a message of hope to America’s less fortunate children through the gift of a new toy. Our local Wilmington Toys for Tots Campaign serves over 3,000 children annually

“Painted Powerfully: New Work by Jeri Greenberg” Exhibit
November 1, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Reception Date: November 3, 2-5pm

“Painted Powerfully” is the newest exhibit of pastel paintings by artist, Jeri Greenberg. Jeri’s past shows were mostly one subject and one focus. With her newest works her intent is to paint powerfully no matter the subject matter. This body of work features people, still lifes, side-eyed glances and teetering apples. The common denominators are powerful strokes, strong mark making and joyous color. As an instructor, Jeri pushes her students to find their joy at their easel because for this artist the “easel has always been my “home”; the place I am the most serene, and the place where my scattered thoughts come together and settle around me like pixie dust.”

Join us in the gallery on Sunday, November 3rd, from 2-5pm. Enjoy special refreshments, meet our artists, and enjoy live music by solo guitarist, Roger Davis! On view along with this new work will be a new exhibit by painter and sculptor, Jessie Robertson, “Frogs & Friends: Conservation Art”, as well as the kick off to the 2024 Holiday Season!

The holidays will begin a little early with a rotating exhibit featuring over 30 of Art in Bloom Gallery’s Artists. Feast your eyes on new work directly out of the artists’ studios. Shop for unique works of art that come with an abundance of creativity, which will bring smiles all year round! Many our artists are offering fine art under $250.

About the Artist
After many years as a fashion illustrator and sportswear designer, Jeri turned her love of graphic design towards advertising next. Having time to devote herself to painting again, and falling in love with the pastel medium, has led to a new and interesting “next act”, as a full-time painter and teacher.
Feeling that “Pastels are an immediate tool to express feelings” and the perfect vehicle in which to “Make the Ordinary, Extraordinary” and tell stories in her paintings, Jeri works to constantly get a deeper understanding of this wonderful medium. With her background in illustration, Jeri helps her students get a strongly drawn foundation down behind their color work.

Jeri loves painting still lifes, urban interiors, figures and fabrics, and the occasional landscape as well. Recently relocated, Jeri teaches weekly classes at the Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington NC, and holds demos and workshops around the country, as well as jurying national and international pastel exhibits.

Griot & Grey Owl Black Southern Writers Conference is dedicated to celebrating and uplifting Black voices in Southern literature. This year's conference promises to be a transformative event that unpacks the theme of Home & Heritage with multi-sensory experiences curated by culture-shifting writers.

It will also bring together local vendors and partners, such as Trees for the Triangle and Southern Foodways Alliance, to help us contribute to community restoration efforts after Hurricane Helene.

In collaboration with partners like Duke University, the City of Durham, the City of Raleigh, the Durham Arts Council, Discover Durham, the Hayti Heritage Center, and the United Arts Council, the conference will host participants for a weekend of impactful performances, workshops, and community events featuring the heavyweights of Southern literary scene.

Friday (Free Day) Activities:
- 11 AM: Write-In led by Black Feminist Love Evangelist Alexis Pauline Gumbs and many other illustrious writers, poets, and performers at Nasher Museum.
- 2 PM: Opening Ceremony & Keynote with Alexis P Gumbs and Expert Embodiment Practitioner Prentis Hemphill at Reynolds Auditorium at Duke University Bryan Center.

Saturday & Sunday (Ticketed Activities):
- Unforgettable culinary experience Lunch & Learn led by James Beard Award-winning Chef Michael Twitty, known for his work on Netflix's "High on the Hog."
- Griot’s Poetry Slam, hosted by award-winning poets Bluz, Jay Ward, and Dasan Ahanu.
- Workshops, Panels, & Book Talks
- Hallmark Talk w/ Michael Twitty
- Dinner with the Authors
- Closing Ceremony & Entertainment by Ashlee Haze
- Afterparty w/ Dasan Ahanu