A dynamic, free youth acting and stagecraft workshop meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays at Stanley White Recreation Center. Led by experienced local theater directors, students learn improvisation, vocal projection, script reading, and character development in two age cohorts (Ages 8-10 & 11-15).

Transform vintage hardcover books into vibrant, textured works of mixed-media art inspired by Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. Taught by professional art educators, this multi-week class covers collage, acrylic wash techniques, gold leafing, and botanical illustration.

Craft your own trendy, cozy textured chunky chenille yarn braided pumpkins just in time for fall home decorating! All materials, stuffing, cinnamon stick stems, and ribbon embellishments included.

Learn impasto palette-knife modeling paste techniques to create 3D textured, rustic autumn pumpkin art on stretched canvas with metallic gold accents. Perfect for beginners and seasoned painters alike (Ages 18+).

Showcasing over 40 master clay artists and potters from across the Carolinas. Browse hand-thrown stoneware, functional kitchen pottery, crystalline vases, and sculpture demonstrations in the historic district.

New Bern’s popular free outdoor summer concert series at Union Point Park. Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers for high-energy Southern rock, beach music, and classic soul bands performing against sunset river views.

The Carolina Chamber Music Festival returns to New Bern’s historic Bank of the Arts gallery, showcasing world-class classical musicians, virtuosic string quartets, and intimate salon performances surrounded by fine regional art.

The Carolina Chamber Music Festival winter residency presents acclaimed guest artists performing classical sonatas, chamber music quartets, and community educational outreach concerts at Bank of the Arts.