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Mike Parker: Saturday marked 250th anniversary of ‘Boston Tea Party’
This political protest occurred on December 16, 1773, at Griffin’s Wharf in Boston, Massachusetts. American colonists, frustrated and angry at Britain for imposing a tax on tea – then the favorite beverage of British colonists – called the action “taxation without representation.” The protesters dumped 342 chests of British East India tea into the harbor.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Holiday Drop By Brunch for Family and Friends
One of the Holiday traditions I share with my very best friends each year is to host a “Drop by Brunch” on one of the last shopping days before Christmas. It’s a fun way to share recipes and the Holiday with friends as they head out to do last minute shopping.
Mike Parker: The tragedy behind one Christmas song
One thing I like most about this time of year is the seasonal music that plays everywhere I go. While I enjoy songs such as “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” and “Frosty the Snowman,” I much prefer songs and carols that capture the celebration of the birth of the Lord Jesus.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Try Some New Party Appetizers
Aren’t we all, always hunting for a new idea for taking an appetizer to the party. Part of the Holiday party fun is learning and trying new recipes. Here are few party plate recipes that you may have not tried before. Please feel free to share with me any new ones that you find!! Enjoy!
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Crowd pleasing cheeseballs
Cheeseballs are always a crowd pleaser, they can be savory or salty and can be served with sweet or salty crackers, as well as vegetables or fruit. Making and serving a cheeseball can also give you a chance to be creative.
Kristy Kelly: Thanksgiving FAQs
Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday that celebrates the harvest and the blessings of the past year. It is a time for families and friends to gather together, share a feast, express gratitude, and enjoy each other’s company. However, it can also be a time for stress, confusion, and conflict, especially if you are not prepared or experienced.
Neuse Regional Libraries share success stories with ECU students and North Carolina Librarians
Wonderful things are happening at the Neuse Regional Libraries and we’re always thankful for opportunities to talk about them! Several staff members have been invited recently to discuss successful programs and services to a variety of audiences and we were happy to share details about our experiences that could help others reach out to meet needs in their own communities.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Cranberries Shine During the Holiday Season
Everyone goes extra crazy about cranberries from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day, sadly after that often cranberries are shelved. Most of us are all too familiar with the many ways to consume cranberry sauce during the Holidays, and stringing them around your vintage Christmas trees. Let’s not forget that cranberries are one of best fruits to have on the menu year-round, not only are they tasty, they are a great source of nutrients and antioxidants.
Dr. Justin Tilghman: Cultivating Gratitude This November
I wanted to take a break from our 6-month purpose series to focus on the concept of gratitude as we head into the Thanksgiving and holiday season.
Raney Rogers: The arts as something to do in Kinston
This past Friday I had the opportunity to attend the Open House for Art 105, take a closer look at the art on display and spend some time talking with the artists about their work to learn more about who they are. Truth be told, I was tired from working all day and the call of a cushy couch with a good book was flashing lights in the back of my head, but I wanted to see some new art.
Mike Parker: N.C.’s first governor to be celebrated Saturday, Nov. 18
The life and times of Gov. Richard Caswell will be the subject of a celebration planned for Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Gov. Richard Caswell Memorial in Kinston. This living history will highlight Caswell’s long service as a political and military leader – both when North Carolina was a British Colony and later as a fledgling state.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Sweet or savory, butternut squash
Sorry summertime squash, the health benefits of fall-harvest squashes such as the savory butternut squash far outweigh those of its’ summer cousins. Of all the winter squashes, butternut squash is the easiest to work with; it has thin skin and can be easily peeled with a vegetable peeler. Its dense flesh and robust flavor work well in a variety of dishes, from sweet to savory.
Mike Parker: SALUTE! Tribute Show honors veterans
At 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11, the auditorium lights will dim and the stage lights will come up in force as the SALUTE! Tribute Show kicks off a high-energy show to honor area veterans.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: What to do with leftover Halloween candy
Don’t need all that Leftover Halloween Candy? Here’s What You Can Do With It!!! Buy too much Halloween Candy? Or maybe you had less Trick-or-Treaters? It’s so easy to pick up those tiny little candy bar treats if you have them in a bowl at home after Halloween.
Unsung Heroes: Griffins' lasting impressions on education
In the heart of Jones County, there are individuals who quietly shape their community through dedication and selflessness. Brenda and George Griffin, residents of this region for over four decades, are among those unsung heroes, tirelessly contributing to the betterment of their community through education.
Mike Parker: Salute! stretching Veterans Day into Veterans Week
Salute! and G.I. Joe’s Living History Museum are turning the November 11 Veterans Day into Veterans Week with events running from Friday, November 3, through Sunday, November 12.
Mike Parker: Jamil Burton featured during Oct. 26 ‘Artist Talk’
From 6 p.m. through 8 p.m. on October 26, the smART Gallery at 210 North Queen Street in Kinston will feature Jamil Burton and his work at an “Artist Talk and Exhibition Opening.” The event is free to all who wish to attend.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Recycle your Fall Decorations!!
It’s really sad that one of the most nutritious fall vegetables is often only used for decoration and often overlooked for a healthy addition to your menu!! Besides being great for decorating, and the only vegetable that is carved and lit up, this low-calorie squash is rich in potassium and loaded with beta-carotene (a powerful antioxidant), and its natural sweetness brings flavor to baked goods without any added guilt.