Community Calendar

Join us for Mary’s Art Explorers on Thursday, May 8th, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the Pancoe Education Building. We’ll be reading Hair and Pelitos: a story in English and Spanish from The House on Mango Street. The book is written by Sandra Cisneros and illustrated by Terry Ybanez. All registrants will recieve a copy of the book, thanks to the National Endowment of the Arts: Big Read Program, while supplies last.

This storytime session is perfect for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, though older siblings are welcome to join. Your registration includes admission to the museum for the whole day, so you and your little ones can continue exploring after the program. Space is limited, so preregister to guarantee your spot!

After, participants will create a story-inspired craft. This is a great opportunity for the whole family!

It is with great honor that Cameron Art Museum pays tribute to Mary Cameron Hoey by naming its most popular and long-standing family program after her.

Thursday morning music club meets at 10:30 on the second Thursday Oct. - May. Our upcoming meeting will feature Beverly Andrews and the Classical Carolina trio in the lovely chapel at first Presbyterian Church. Reception will follow.

The Town of Leland is seeking bird-themed photographs for the cover of the Fall 2025 CAPE Activity Guide. Individuals of all skill levels are encouraged to submit their best bird photographs for consideration. Detailed contest rules and submission information are available at townofleland.com/capecontest.

The Cameron Art Museum is proud to present the DesignNC Cocktail Party: a lively evening for design industry influencers and Wilmington tastemakers to mix and mingle, featuring live entertainment, an open bar, and more.

Founded in 2019, DesignNC is a premier event dedicated to the art of design and decorative crafts. Held at Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington, NC, this dynamic program features internationally recognized designers and artisans, offering inspiring talks, hands-on experiences, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a design professional, enthusiast, or student, DesignNC is your gateway to creativity, innovation, and artistic excellence. DesignNC’s proceeds help CAM’s mission and programs.

Firedance, hoop, flow and drum to the rhythms of your soul and let your spirit rise in the flames

Thursday May 8th / 9pm-11pm / No Cover
Fitz and the Tantrums Afterparty w/
Croatoa
https://www.instagram.com/croatoanc

Founded in 2019, DesignNC is a premier event dedicated to the art of design and decorative crafts. Held at Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington, NC, this dynamic program features internationally recognized designers and artisans, offering inspiring talks, hands-on experiences, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a design professional, enthusiast, or student, DesignNC is your gateway to creativity, innovation, and artistic excellence. DesignNC’s proceeds help CAM’s mission and programs.

Featuring designers Janie Molster and Laurie Durden. The feature event will include designer-led presentations and an intimate and curated seated lunch.

Step into history with a guided tour of Boundless, a life-size bronze sculpture by artist Stephen Hayes. Located in PNC USCT Park on CAM’s grounds, this striking monument honors the legacy of the United States Colored Troops (USCT)—the brave soldiers who fought in the Battle of Forks Road during the Civil War in 1865.

The sculpture was created from the cast features of 11 African American men connected to the site and its story – USCT descendants, re-enactors, veterans, and community leaders. Boundless was unveiled November 13, 2021 and is on permanent view in the PNC USCT Park on the museum grounds. The sculpture is deeply connected to our community’s history, present, and future.
Free with museum admission

Learn more about Boundless and the PNC USCT Park here: https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcameronartmuseum.org%2Fboundless%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cck1359%40uncw.edu%7C4e310a8c4a874d590f0208dd55c4098d%7C2213678197534c75af2868a078871ebf%7C0%7C0%7C638761022674343254%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iYt0WaRkKfh%2BJwYvTb4dXRAiQHl%2FWdhCstKO5Be5jPE%3D&reserved=0

For questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact Georgia Mastroieni, Deputy Director of Operations at (910) 726-9492 or georgia@cameronartmuseum.org

Made possible by PNC Bank

Photographs by Alan Cradick

The Town of Leland is seeking bird-themed photographs for the cover of the Fall 2025 CAPE Activity Guide. Individuals of all skill levels are encouraged to submit their best bird photographs for consideration. Detailed contest rules and submission information are available at townofleland.com/capecontest.

The Pender Sheriff's Charitable Foundation's Denim and Diamonds Annual Auction and Dinner will be held May 9th at the Old Homestead Farm in Rocky Point. The gala will raise funds for AEDs (automated external defibrillators) for patrol cars so that deputies can access this life-saving technology in an emergency. Tickets are $75 each and can be purchased at pscfnc.org under the Events tab.