LOUISBURG, N.C.—Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives will bring their timeless talents to the Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center (JPAC) stage at 7:30 p.m., Friday, November 13. As a four-time Grammy Award winner, platinum recording artist and Grand Ole Opry star, Stuart has a showman’s zest for every conceivable flavor of country music, and has evolved into one of the most important roots musicians and visionaries in America. His most recognizable hits include “Burn Me Down,” “Little Things,” “Hillbilly …
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VGCC Drama students present Shakespeare spoof
Theatre lovers will soon be able to enjoy all 37 of William Shakespeare’s plays in one evening — sort of — at Vance-Granville Community College. Drama students will present “The Compleat Wrks of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged)” on VGCC’s Main Campus in Henderson, Nov. 5-8. Performances begin on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 6, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 7, at 2 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m.; and on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m. All performances are …
National Dance Company of Siberia at Louisburg College October 28th, 2015
LOUISBURG, N.C.— The Krasnoyarsk National Dance Company of Siberia will perform at the Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center on the Louisburg College campus at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28. This show displays more than 200 costumes, superb choreography of dances from different regions of Russia and Siberia, and unforgettable music in a must-see event that features 45 dancers. The company’s performances have been enjoyed in more than 70 countries around the world. The National Dance Company of Siberia has …
North Carolina adds $60 Million to its Film and Entertainment Grant Fund
The North Carolina legislature has allocated a total of $60 million ($30M for 2015-16 and another $30M for 2016-17) to the state’s film and entertainment grant as part of its fiscal biennium budget. The grant program awards productions a rebate of up to 25% of their qualified in-state spending. Combined with the state’s renowned crew base, established infrastructure, and picturesque locations, the grant should put North Carolina on any upcoming production’s radar. To be eligible, a production must be able to start …
Perry Memorial Library Hosts Digital Bookmobile Wednesday, October 7th, 2015
Have you ever wondered about ebooks and eaudiobooks? Do you have a portable reading device, smartphone, or computer that you would like to use for digital media? The Digital Bookmobile is for you! Come tour the bookmobile on one of only 2 stops in NC this year. It will be located in the parking lot on the Breckenridge side of the library from October 7th, 2015 1:00-7:00. This event is free and open to the public.
Concert in the Park for Saturday September 26th, 2015 has been cancelled
The Concert in the Park scheduled for this Sat. Sept. 26, 2015 has been cancelled due to 90% chance of rain. The City of Henderson Recreation Department and the Just Friends Quartet will reschedule sometime in the spring of 2016.
Community invited to celebrate the arts at VGCC on October 14th, 2015
Vance-Granville Community College will hold its first-ever “Fine Arts Day” on Wednesday, Oct. 14, in multiple locations on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. The day’s activities will all be free of charge and open to the public. According to Betsy Henderson, VGCC’s Department Chair/Instructor of Humanities and Fine Arts, the purpose of the event is “to celebrate the arts and arts education, showcase VGCC students and the arts programs we offer, and partner with talented local artists and …
Florence LaRue and The 5th Dimension in Concert at JPAC, October 2, 2015
LOUISBURG, N.C.— The 2015-16 Allen de Hart Concert Series continues with the 5th Dimension, featuring Florence LaRue, in concert at 7:30 p.m., Friday, October 2 at the Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center (JPAC) on the Louisburg College campus. Best known for hits such as “Up, Up, and Away,” “One Less Bell to Answer,” Last Night, I Didn’t Get to Sleep At All,” and “Aquarius/Let The Sun Shine In,” 5th Dimension has received 14 gold records, six platinum records and …
Christmas With The Embers December 11th, 2015
The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce is bringing “Christmas With the Embers featuring Craig Woolard” to the local community for the eighth consecutive year. The event will take place on Friday, December 11, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the new auditorium at Breckenridge Commons in Downtown Henderson. In addition to the fun-filled concert that the community has come to know and love, for the second year, there will be vendor tables set up in the entry gallery selling gifts, snacks …
The long wait is almost over! Final of Three “Meet Me in the Street” Events Scheduled for Friday, September 18, 2015
Henderson, NC –Yes! The event is near. Gear up and join us on the much awaited event. The final of three free “Meet Me in the Street” concerts is scheduled for Friday, September 18 (Tomorrow) featuring “Steve Owens & Summertime”. This popular band presents a mix of Carolina Beach Music, Southern Soul and Rock-n-Roll. Its no wonder that they have a faithful following with Cammy nominations for Male Vocalist of the Year, Entertainer of the Year, Group Album of the …
Perry Memorial Library Host Author Peter Coyote Sunday September 27th, 2015
Peter Coyote, Emmy Award winning narrator, noted actor, award-winning author and activist will be appearing at the Perry Memorial Library Farm Bureau Room on Sunday, September 27, 2015, at 2:00pm. Coyote will be discussing his latest book, The Rainman’s Third Cure: An Irregular Education. A key presence in the book is Henderson resident Sue Howard Nelson. Peter will be visiting the library to discuss his book but also to honor this strong compass in his life, Sue Nelson. A book …
Final of Three “Meet Me in the Street” Events Scheduled for Friday, September 18, 2015
Henderson, NC – The final of three free “Meet Me in the Street” concerts is scheduled for Friday, September 18 featuring “Steve Owens & Summertime”. This popular band presents a mix of Carolina Beach Music, Southern Soul and Rock-n-Roll. Its no wonder that they have a faithful following with Cammy nominations for Male Vocalist of the Year, Entertainer of the Year, Group Album of the Year, and Song of the Year. The free concert will take place on Breckenridge Street …
Meet Me In The Street Thursday August 27th, 2015
Come on out join the Chamber and The Konnection Band as they play all the songs that you love to hear. There will be vendor booths, food and free entertainment for your enjoyment along Breckenridge Street in downtown Henderson. The weather is looking good and it’s going to be a shaggin’ good time, so make your plans now for Thursday, August 27th starting at 5:30 until 8:30 PM! Sponsors for this year’s concert series are: Presenting Sponsor, CenturyLink; Gold Sponsors, …
Louisburg College Announces an Exciting Line Up for the 2015-2016 Allen de Hart Concert Series
LOUISBURG, NC | The College is pleased to announce an exciting line-up for the 2015-2016 Allen de Hart Concert Series. With seven sensational shows and two pre-concert holiday dinners, this series is sure to offer something for everyone! The series will open with a concert by Melissa Manchester on Friday, September 11, 2015. Manchester’s extraordinary career has earned both critical praise and commercial success. “Don’t Cry Out Loud” delivered her first Grammy nomination for Best Pop Female Vocal Performance in …
Vance-Granville Community Band Looking for Area Musicians, Announces first Fall Rehearsal
Would you like to get your musical instrument out of the closet, and play it again? Have you longed for your high school days, when you loved to play in an ensemble and wished you could do so again? The Vance-Granville Community Band, under the direction of VGCC music instructor Ivory Brock, is looking for people who would like to do just that. Since it was first formed in 2008, the all-volunteer community band has included VGCC students, local high …
VGCC to offer Craft Artists Entrepreneurship program at Farmers Market
Vance-Granville Community College is offering a new course designed specifically to help creative local residents with skills in arts and crafts to succeed as entrepreneurs. The “NC REAL Professional Craft Artists Entrepreneurship” program will be conducted at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market, located at 210 Southpark Drive in Henderson, on Tuesdays from 6 until 9 p.m., Aug. 11 through Sept. 29. “If you are considering starting your own business selling your handmade items, then the NC REAL Professional Craft …
Visit NC to Use Periscope to Promote #NCMusicDay to Visitors
RALEIGH, N.C. (June 25, 2015) ? Music lovers can pick up the beat at events taking place across North Carolina on Friday, thanks to the #NCMusicDay showcase on the Periscope live-streaming app. The broadcast results from a partnership between Visit North Carolina and the North Carolina Arts Council, the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. The featured events ? a mountain music street dance, a showcase from the African American Music Trails of Eastern North …
Imagination Art Station 2015 June 22 – 26th, 2015
The Vance County Arts Council in partnership with Vance County Schools will host Imagination Art Station the week of June 22th through 26th. Monday through Thursday the camp will be held at EM Rollins School and on Friday, June 26th at Emrose Gallery on 233 S. Garnett Street. Students will participate in arts & crafts, drama, drawing, scrapbooking as well as African drumming and dance. There will be a special appearance by two-time Emmy Award Winner Willa Brigham. Applications to …
VGCC Carpentry students lauded for theatrical set
Students in the Carpentry program at Vance-Granville Community College have built many structures while in class over the years, including houses, storage buildings and gazebos. But this semester, they branched out into a new field when they constructed the set for the most recent VGCC Dinner Theater production. For the first time, the Carpentry department was involved in bringing a play to life, as they built from scratch a representation of a country church in 1938, the setting of the …
Meet Me in the Street May 15th, 2015 The Holiday Band
It’s that time of year again! The Henderson-Vance Chamber’s “Meet Me in the Street” will officially kick off in May. Join us on Friday, May 15th for our first free event featuring The Holiday Band. Mark your calendars. Come on out and join the Chamber and The Holiday Band as they play all the songs that you love to hear. There will be vendor booths, food and free entertainment for your enjoyment along Breckenridge Street in downtown Henderson. It’s going …