176 things to do in Chocowinity, NC this weekend, Friday, November 13 through Sunday, November 15. On the first page: 14 community, 6 art, 5 theater, 3 fitness class. Among them: 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Farmville Community Arts Council (Thursday 7 p.m.); Senior Outdoor Adventure Recreation Destination Hike and Picnic at Jacksonville Commons Complex (Friday 7 a.m.); Coffee Pop-Up with El Cafecito at Gig East Exchange (Friday 8 a.m.); The Bicycle Shop's Friday Morning Road Ride at Piney Green Food Lion (Friday 8 a.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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Farmville Community Arts CouncilFarmville, NC28 mi
Art
A performance of the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, a musical comedy about a group of quirky students competing for the spelling champion title.
Limited run.
Farmville Community Arts Council, 3723 N. Main Street, Farmville, NC 27828
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m. Eastern Time
The State TheatreGreenville, NC17 mi
Theater
Austin Snell, with a guest TBA. GA Floor $20, GA Balcony Seats $30, Student $14.50.
The State Theatre, 110 West 5th St, Greenville, NC 27858
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Live music
The African American Music Series at Emerge Gallery & Art Center, celebrating African American musicians with ties to Eastern North Carolina, featuring Sam Doresty on saxophone. Free.
Emerge Gallery and Art Center, 404 S. Evans St., Greenville, NC 27858
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Farmville Community Arts CouncilFarmville, NC28 mi
Art
Runs across the dates shown. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: quirky students compete for the spelling title, with laughs and unexpected twists.
Limited run.
Farmville Community Arts Council, 3723 N. Main Street, Farmville, NC 27828
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Knights of ColumbusNew Bern, NC28 mi
Live music
Live jazz from Alex Bugnon, with food and music for a night open to everyone.
Knights of Columbus, 1125 Pinetree Drive, New Bern, NC 28562
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Baxter's 1892New Bern, NC28 mi
Other
A piano set at Baxter's 1892, a New Bern restaurant whose seats at the bar let you watch the bartenders work.
Baxter's 1892, 323 Pollock St, New Bern, NC 28560
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m. Eastern Time
The Casual NerdNew Bern, NC29 mi
Theater
TCN Standard Showdown at The Casual Nerd in New Bern, North Carolina.
The Casual Nerd, 3317 Dr. M.L.K. Jr Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Eastern TimePG
Movie screening
A free family film at Wilson Ballpark, part of the Warbirds Family Film Series, showing The Nut Job, rated PG.
Wilson Ballpark, 401 Goldsboro Street S, Wilson, NC 27893
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m. Eastern Time
Sports + fitness
A men's basketball game at home where Barton's Bulldogs host Wingate in Division II.
Barton College campus, 200 E. ACC Drive, Wilson, NC 27893-7000
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Family
Youth theater stage adaptation of Washington Irving's ghost story about schoolteacher Ichabod Crane, rival suitor Brom Bones and the Headless Horseman. $12 advance or $15 at the door for adults, $10 for seniors and students.
Edna Boykin Cultural Center, 108 Nash Street NE, Wilson, NC 27894
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Sports + fitness
Barrel racing and bull riding, plus other entertainment, fill a night at Carteret County Speedway.
Limited run.
Carteret County Speedway, 501 Whitehouse Fork Rd, Swansboro, NC 28584
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Elysian Performing Arts CenterMorehead City, NC57 mi
Festival
Runs across the dates shown. The Elysian Players perform White Christmas, Irving Berlin's classic holiday musical.
Limited run.
Elysian Performing Arts Center, 5058 Hwy 70 W, Morehead City, NC 28557
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Carteret Community TheatreMorehead City, NC59 mi
Community
The Play That Goes Wrong, a comedy where the hopelessly inept Cornley Drama Society tries to stage a 1920s murder mystery amid missed cues and collapsing sets.
Limited run.
Carteret Community Theatre, 1311 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m. Eastern Time
Catch 109Morehead City, NC59 mi
Other
Guitarist Justin Castellano plays live acoustic music at Catch 109 Seafood Restaurant and Oyster Bar.
Catch 109, 109 South 6th Street, Morehead City, NC 28557
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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7:07 p.m. Eastern Time
The Casual NerdNew Bern, NC29 mi
Theater
Friday Night Magic at The Casual Nerd in New Bern brings players together for Magic: The Gathering, the collectible card game created by Richard Garfield and released by Wizards of the Coast in 1993.
The Casual Nerd, 3317 Dr. M.L.K. Jr Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:07 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 a.m. Eastern Time
Jacksonville Commons ComplexJacksonville, NC53 mi
Fitness class
A hike and picnic for seniors at Raven Rock State Park, run through the Jacksonville Commons Adult Center.
Jacksonville Commons Complex, 100 Recreation Lane, Jacksonville, NC 28546
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 a.m. Eastern Time
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8 a.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time
Gig East ExchangeWilson, NC53 mi
Market
El Cafecito pops up at the Exchange with craft lattes and matcha, open to the public through the end of 2026.
Gig East Exchange, 127 Goldsboro St. S, Wilson, NC 27896
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Time
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8 a.m.–10 a.m. Eastern Time
Piney Green Food LionJacksonville, NC53 mi
Fitness class
Weekly road ride from The Bicycle Shop, starting in the Food Lion lot on Piney Green Road.
Piney Green Food Lion, 861 Piney Green Rd., Jacksonville, NC
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Eastern Time
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9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Eastern Time
Eagles Center, Wilson Community CollegeWilson, NC47 mi
Community
A Red Cross blood drive; registration uses the sponsor code WilsonCC.
Wilson Community College
Eagles Center, Wilson Community College, 902 Herring Ave, Wilson, NC 27893
Friday, November 13, 2026, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eastern Time
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9:30 a.m. Eastern Time
Main Library Meeting RoomJacksonville, NC54 mi
Family
A group reading session for babies up to age one, where parents read the same book together and join in songs, rhymes and simple activities. Registration is required.
Main Library Meeting Room, 58 Doris Avenue East, Jacksonville, NC 28540
Friday, November 13, 2026, 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time
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10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Main Campus Student CenterGreenville, NC16 mi
Talks + ideas
Final round of the 2026 3-Minute Thesis Competition, where ECU researchers present their work and competitors are cheered on.
Main Campus Student Center, 501 E. 10th St., Greenville, NC 27858
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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10 a.m. Eastern Time
Richlands Branch LibraryRichlands, NC50 mi
Community
Richlands Branch Library, 299 S Wilmington St, Richlands, NC 28574
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. Eastern Time
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10 a.m. Eastern Time
Kerr Street Recreation CenterJacksonville, NC56 mi
Community
Gametime and coffee for retirees.
Kerr Street Recreation Center, 36 Kerr St., Jacksonville, NC 28540
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. Eastern Time
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11 a.m. Eastern Time
Main Library Meeting RoomJacksonville, NC54 mi
DJ night
Dancing
Music and movement for all ages in the Main Library Meeting Room, with plenty of room to groove.
Main Library Meeting Room, 58 Doris Avenue East, Jacksonville, NC 28540
Friday, November 13, 2026, 11 a.m. Eastern Time
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11 a.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time
Jacksonville Board of RealtorsJacksonville, NC55 mi
Food & drink
A luncheon for landlords and property management companies on partnering to end veteran homelessness.
Jacksonville Board of Realtors, 200 Preston Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540
Friday, November 13, 2026, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Time
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11 a.m. Eastern Time
Consolidated Human ServicesJacksonville, NC56 mi
Other
Consolidated Human Services, 612 College Street, Jacksonville, NC 28540
Friday, November 13, 2026, 11 a.m. Eastern Time
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12 p.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time
Pitt County ArboretumGreenville, NC17 mi
Talks + ideas
A look at the last bits of color in the late fall landscape.
Pitt County Arboretum, 403 Government Circle, Greenville, NC 27834
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Time
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12 p.m. Eastern Time
GreenvilleGreenville, NC18 mi
Other
An upcycling pilot gives salvaged items a second life through refreshing, repurposing or reuse rather than discarding them.
Greenville, 1717 W. 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12 p.m. Eastern Time
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12 p.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time
Community
Inpatient Rehabilitation (IPR) Caregiver Support Group at Recreational Therapy Room in Greenville, North Carolina.
Recreational Therapy Room, 2100 Stantonsburg Road, Greenville, NC 27834
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Time
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12:15 p.m. Eastern Time
Festival ParkWashington, NC3.1 mi
Other
A community walking program at Festival Park for people of all ages and abilities, where you set your own distance and pace on a stroller and wheelchair friendly route.
Weekly, Fridays
Festival Park, 119 Water St, Washington, NC 27889
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12:15 p.m. Eastern Time
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1 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Military & Family Readiness CenterGoldsboro, NC50 mi
Talks + ideas
A home buying workshop at the Military & Family Readiness Center.
Military & Family Readiness Center, 1410 Langley Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27531
Friday, November 13, 2026, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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1 p.m. Eastern Time
Board games
The Gilded Dragon, 3710 Peppermill Dr, Wilson, NC 27896
Friday, November 13, 2026, 1 p.m. Eastern Time
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1 p.m.–3 p.m. Eastern Time
N.C. Cooperative ExtensionMorehead City, NC58 mi
Community
A workshop on making pickles for holiday food gifts.
N.C. Cooperative Extension, 303 College Circle, Morehead City, NC 28557
Friday, November 13, 2026, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern Time
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2 p.m.–4 p.m. Eastern Time
Smiles and Frowns PlayhouseAyden, NC18 mi
Theater
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, a 40th Anniversary production: Dorothy and Toto join the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion on the way to the Emerald City.
Limited run.
Smiles and Frowns Playhouse, 4354 Lee St., Ayden, NC 28513
Friday, November 13, 2026, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Time
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2 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Weeks FarmNewport, NC56 mi
Market
Artisans Holiday Market @ Weeks Farm in Newport.
Weeks Farm, 4382 NC-24, Newport, NC 28570
Friday, November 13, 2026, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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4 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Winterville Chamber of CommerceWinterville, NC17 mi
Market
A seasonal market in the heart of Winterville, where local businesses, artisans and food vendors set up alongside family activities and themed events.
Winterville Chamber of Commerce, 252 Main St, Winterville, NC 28590
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Richlands Branch LibraryRichlands, NC50 mi
Community
Richlands Branch Library, 299 S Wilmington St, Richlands, NC 28574
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Main Library Meeting RoomJacksonville, NC54 mi
Community
An art program in the Main Library Meeting Room where you paint, draw and build your own creations.
Main Library Meeting Room, 58 Doris Avenue East, Jacksonville, NC 28540
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Venue at 678 Stratford StKinston, NC35 mi
Other
Runs across the dates shown. The Sound Presents Mantles, a gathering to embrace your call and walk into your mantle.
Limited run.
Venue at 678 Stratford St, 678 Stratford Street, Kinston, NC 28504
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Venue at 9965 Red Oak RdWhitakers, NC58 mi
Food & drink
A Women in Agriculture dinner with a guest speaker on farm branding, followed by a livestock farm tour the next day.
Venue at 9965 Red Oak Rd, 9965 Red Oak Road, Whitakers, NC 27891
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Wildwood ParkGreenville, NC10 mi
Fitness class
Food & drink
Runs across the dates shown. Marshmallow & Hot Chocolate Night Hike at Wildwood Park in Greenville, North Carolina.
Limited run.
Wildwood Park, 3450 Blue Heron Drive, Greenville, NC 27858
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
The Tipsy Palate Restaurant & BarRobersonville, NC24 mi
Karaoke
Karaoke with DJ Ronnie P at the Tipsy Palate Restaurant & Bar: come sing and laugh.
The Tipsy Palate Restaurant & Bar, 705 N Main St, Robersonville, NC 27871
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m. Eastern Time
Tier Zer0 GamingGoldsboro, NC49 mi
Theater
Magic: The Gathering's Friday Night Magic as a draft: players open booster packs around tables of up to eight, keep one card at a time and pass the rest, then build 40-card decks and play one-on-one. Room for up to 40 players; entry is $18.
Tier Zer0 Gaming, 207 S Berkeley Blvd, Goldsboro, NC 27534
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Mustang TaproomGoldsboro, NC49 mi
Karaoke
Mustang Taproom, 1240 Andrews St, Goldsboro, NC 27531
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Suncatchers made with crushed glass layered inside cut wooden frames and sealed in clear resin, so they shimmer in the sun.
Hammer & Stain Crystal Coast, 5477 NC Hwy 24, Bogue, NC 28570
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
An open-style workshop teaching resin art, from color mixing and pouring to wave effects and cells, with wood boards or coastal shapes to make a one-of-a-kind piece.
Hammer & Stain Crystal Coast, 5477 NC Hwy 24, Bogue, NC 28570
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Gaffer'sEmerald Isle, NC57 mi
Other
Local musician Brian Felton plays a live set of rock and country music at Gaffer's.
Limited run.
Gaffer's, 9106 - A Coast Guard Road, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m. Eastern Time
Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center - Carteret Community CollegeMorehead City, NC57 mi
Food & drink
A Wine Expo wine dinner: a multi-course menu by Michelin-starred Chef Pascal Coulon of Floyd's 1921, paired with wines from Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards.
Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center - Carteret Community College, 3915 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m. Eastern Time
Crystal Coast Civic CenterMorehead City, NC58 mi
Community
Crystal Coast Civic Center, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Katura Dance AcademyGreenville, NC17 mi
Community
Student Choreography Showcase in Greenville.
Katura Dance Academy, 3525 S. Memorial Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
New Dimensions ChurchGreenville, NC18 mi
Movie screening
A free family movie night at New Dimensions Community Church, with free pizza, popcorn, movie candy and fellowship.
New Dimensions Church, 1700 West 6th Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Senator Bob Martin Eastern Agricultural CenterWilliamston, NC21 mi
Other
The 2nd Annual Backyard Indoor Grand Nationals: two nights of indoor dirt kart racing, with more classes and bigger payouts.
Senator Bob Martin Eastern Agricultural Center, 2900 NC-125, Williamston, NC 27892
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Aurora Community CenterAurora, NC23 mi
Community
Runs across the dates shown. Second Annual Shiver Tour in Aurora.
Limited run.
Aurora Community Center, 295 Main St, Aurora, NC 27806
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Word of God Christian CenterNew Bern, NC26 mi
Other
A Women of Favor celebration centered on the unique value found in Christ. The dress code is flashy denim and diamonds.
Word of God Christian Center, 3650 Neuse Boulevard, New Bern, NC 28560
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Jacksonville Commons Middle SchoolJacksonville, NC53 mi
Community
Jacksonville Commons Middle School, 315 Commons Drive S, Jacksonville, NC 28546
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Jack Amyette Recreation CenterJacksonville, NC56 mi
Community
Jack Amyette Recreation Center, 1825 South Drive, Jacksonville, NC 28540
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Crystal Coast Civic CenterMorehead City, NC58 mi
Community
A lavish-meets-casual evening from the Boys & Girls Club of the Coastal Plain, with live music, food and signature cocktails.
Crystal Coast Civic Center, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Live music
The ECU Jazz Ensemble-(A) and the ECU Dr. Billy Taylor Combo in concert at Wright Auditorium. Free and open to the public; also streamed live.
East Carolina University
Wright Auditorium, 100 Founders Dr, Greenville, NC 27858
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Magnolia Arts CenterGreenville, NC15 mi
Art
Runs across the dates shown. Tickets for "RENT" at MAC at Magnolia Arts Center in Greenville, North Carolina.
Limited run.
Magnolia Arts Center, 1703 E. 14th Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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7:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Magnolia Arts CenterGreenville, NC15 mi
Art
Runs across the dates shown. A rock musical by Jonathan Larson, inspired by Puccini's La Bohème and set in Manhattan's East Village, following friends through poverty, addiction and the AIDS epidemic. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Musical.
Limited run.
Magnolia Arts Center, 1703 E. 14th Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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