The North Carolina-filmed horror feature, The Conjuring, took the top spot for this past weekend’s box office. Taking in nearly $84 million in its second weekend, the film set a record for the biggest opening for an original R-rated horror movie. The Conjuring, directed by James Wan and starring Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson, is the story of a couple who investigate paranormal activity outside a small Rhode Island farmhouse. The production filmed in New Hanover and Pender counties in …
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Productions Filmed in N.C. Nab 13 Emmy Nominations
When the 65th Primetime Emmy Nominations were announced earlier this month, North Carolina productions garnered 13. The critically acclaimed Homeland led the pack with 11 nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series. N.C. crew members Craig and Lisa Mae Fincannon of Wilmington were part of the show’s 11 nominations as they were once again nominated for Outstanding Casting For a Drama Series, the category for which they won last year. In addition to the Homeland nominations, fellow Charlotte region hot series Banshee …
3rd Annual Holiday Art Market Seeking Artisans and Crafters
The Granville Arts Council is now accepting applications from artisans & crafters for the upcoming 3rd Annual Holiday Art Market. Applications can be found at http://www.granvilleartscouncil.org/events.html or by emailing festival@granvilleartscouncil.org. The event is held November 9th, 2013 at the National Guard Armory in Butner, NC Direct link to the form
Perry Memorial Library Programs in August
The Perry Memorial Library will be sponsoring several free programs during the month of August. Summer Reading Program FinaleAugust 2 @ 3 p.m.Come and enjoy the great show put on by Flow Circus as we celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program. Knitting ClubAugust 5 & August 19 @ 1 p.m.Learn to knit and make some new friends. Basic Computer Skills ClassAugust 5, 12, and 26 @ 6:30 p.m.Learn the basics of using a personal computer. Makerspace Open HouseAugust …
N.C.-filmed The Conjuring tops box office with $41.9M, sets record
The NC-filmed horror feature, The Conjuring, took the top spot for this past weekend’s box office. Taking in nearly $42 million in its first three days, the film set a record for biggest opening for an original R-rated horror movie. The Conjuring, directed by James Wan and starring Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson, is the story of a couple who investigate paranormal activity outside a small Rhode Island farmhouse. The production filmed in New Hanover and Pender counties in Spring …
Productions filmed in N.C. nab 13 Emmy nominations
When the 65th Primetime Emmy Nominations were announced last week, North Carolina productions garnered 13. The critically acclaimed Homeland led the pack with 11 nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series. N.C. crew members Craig and Lisa Mae Fincannon of Wilmington, were part of the show’s 11 nominations as they were once again nominated for Outstanding Casting For a Drama Series, the category for which they won last year. In addition to the Homeland nominations, fellow Charlotte-Region shot series Banshee received a …
Perry Memorial Library Restored Portraits To Be Unveiled
The Perry Memorial Library is pleased to announce that portraits of Colonel Henry Perry, Jane Hall Perry, and H. Leslie Perry have been restored and will be unveiled at a public ceremony on Monday, August 19, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. on the first floor of the Perry Memorial Library. Colonel Henry Perry and his wife Jane Hall Perry, along with H. Leslie Perry’s widow Flora McKinnon Perry, were responsible for the founding of what is today known as the Perry …
VGCC instructor publishes e-book of poems
Chris Brockman, an instructor of English and Reading at Vance-Granville Community College, has released a new book of poetry on the ups and downs of aging. The collection is entitled “I Used To Be Old.” Brockman describes his work as “empathetic and accessible poetry that will resonate with anyone who is, has thought about, or is close to someone who is growing older,” adding, “and everyone is growing older every day!” The poems range from fond remembrances to love poems, …
Ridgeway Cantaloupe Festival Saturday July 20th, 2013
Preserving the Pride of Ridgeway! July 20, 2013 10 :00 a.m. until 4 :00 p.m. Cantaloupe, Brunswick Stew, Hot Dogs, Festival Refreshments and Foods. Historical Displays, Kiddie Rides, Horse back rides, and Arts and Crafts vendors. Local Entertainment! Directions : US Highway 1/158, Eight miles north of Henderson, 2 miles south of Norlina. From I85 take exit 226 South on Ridgeway Road, approximately 2 ½ Miles to US 1/158. Go right to the Festival Check their website here: www.ridgewayhistoricalsociety.com/newsandevents/cantaloupefestival.html
Christmas in Conway marks Hallmark Hall of Fame’s return to N.C.
Production begins Aug. 5 in the greater Wilmington area on a new Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation, Christmas in Conway. The film, which will premiere later this year on ABC, stars Mary-Louise Parker (Weeds, Red), who will play an ailing woman whose husband attempts to build a Ferris wheel in their backyard for the perfect Christmas present. Christmas in Conway is the seventh Hallmark Hall of Fame feature to shoot in the Wilmington region. Additionally, the production is the fifth …
Father Columba Nnorom to Guest Speak at Perry Memorial Library Thursday, July 18th, 2013
The Perry Memorial Library is honored to host Father Columba Nnorom on Thursday, July 18, 2013, from 6:00-7:30 in the Farm Bureau Room. In honor of Nelson Mandela’s 95th birthday, he will be presenting “How Catholics and Protestants Fought for Freedom for Mandela & for South Africa.” Light refreshments will be provided and this fascinating, first-hand account is free and open to the public. His discussion will include his part in the struggle to free Mandela during his incarceration as …
Tammy finishes N.C. filming
This week marked the end of a two-month-long road trip in Southeastern North Carolina for Tammy and stars Susan Sarandon and Melissa McCarthy. The Warner Bros. film, which was written by McCarthy and her husband Ben Falcone – who is directing – follows its title character (McCarthy) and her sassy, boozing grandmother (Sarandon) as they set off from Murphysboro, Ill., on a trip across the Midwest. Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Burgaw, Boiling Spring Lakes and Whiteville stood in for locations in …
Perry Memorial Library Upcoming Programs and Events
The Summer Reading Program is in full swing at the Perry Memorial Library and there are a number of programs and classes scheduled for July. The Knitting Club is a great place to learn to knit and make some new friends. It meets on July 1, 15, and 29 at 1 p.m. Learn how to use a computer at the library’s Basic Computer Skills class, every Monday at 6:30 p.m. The library will be showing several superhero movies in the …
Tributes continue for whirligig folk artist Vollis Simpson
Tributes and media coverage abounded with the passing of Vollis Simpson, whose giant whirligigs attracted art lovers and curiosity seekers from all over the world to a pasture on his Lucama farm. The New York Times reported the news as did the Associated Press, whose article was picked up by media across the country, from the Denver Post to the Miami Herald, plus CBS and NBC News. Simpson died May 31 at age 94. “He took his work ethic and …
The Lost Colony receives Tony honor
Outdoor drama The Lost Colony is taking pride in its Tony Award. The recognition – the Tony Honors for Excellence in Theatre – is given each year to individuals or organizations who have made major contributions to American theatre, but aren’t eligible for regular Tony Awards. The prize honoring The Lost Colony came during a cocktail party Saturday in New York, before the regular awards were presented Sunday night. The country’s longest-running symphonic outdoor drama has been in production every …
Final season of Eastbound and Down underway in Wilmington region
Filming is underway in the Wilmington region for the fourth and final season of HBO’s hit series Eastbound and Down. According to the N.C. Film Office, the series, based or partially filmed in North Carolina during its previous three seasons, has had a direct in-state spend in excess of $21.5 million while providing more than 3,500 job opportunities to date, including approximately 125 well-paying crew positions each season for the state’s highly-skilled film professionals. The series is expected to film …
VGCC offers Wire-Wrapped Jewelry class
Vance-Granville Community College will offer a two-hour class in which participants will learn techniques for crafting elegant handmade jewelry. The “Wire-Wrapped Jewelry” class is scheduled for Saturday, June 22 from 10 a.m. until noon on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. During this class, instructor Alison Beal of Wake Forest will lead participants through the process of making a total of four items: three different pairs of wire-wrapped earrings and a wire-wrapped briolette necklace. As this is a so-called …
E-Books at the Perry Memorial Library
The Perry Memorial Library now offers a quick way to access e-books for your Kindle, Nook, or other reading device. Simply go to the library’s homepage at www.perrylibrary.org. Near the top of the page you will see a link that reads E-Books. Clicking on this link will take you to the web site for e-iNC, a group of North Carolina public libraries offering access to books and audio books in electronic format. From this site you will be able to …
Perry Memorial Library June Events
The Perry Memorial Library in downtown Henderson, NC is offering a number of free classes and programs in June. June 3 @ 1 p.m.Knitting Club June 3 @ 6:30 p.m.Basic Computer Skills Class June 5 @ 10 a.m.VGCC Job Search Workshop June 6 @ 10 a.m.VGCC Job Search Workshop June 6 @ 11 a.m.Mother Goose (Pre-K program) June 7 @ 10 a.m.VGCC Job Search Workshop June 10 @ 5:30 p.m.Summer Reading Program KickoffBig Bang Boom to play at 6 p.m.! June 10 @ 6:30 p.m.Basic Computer Skills Class June …
Students present Quilt to VGCC President
Students in Quilting classes at Vance-Granville Community College recently surprised the president of the college with a unique gift. On May 29, students and their instructor, Peggy Stocks, presented an original quilt (complete with matching pillowcases), called “Very Good Color Combination,” to VGCC President Stelfanie Williams. Individual squares were quilted by various students and then assembled by Stocks. The instructor said the class wanted to make the quilt especially for Dr. Williams in commemoration of both her first year as …