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REMINDER:

Reverse Drawing - 2014

May 16, 2014

Farmer’s Market

Downtown New Bern

14 New Bern Parks & Recreation Flyer

12 Chamber Leadership 2014

Visit the Chamber website at: http//www.newbernchamber.com

13 B-A-H / B-B-H Promo

8 Annual Banquet

15 Sunrise Business Update - January 2014

6 New Members

4 Calendar - February / March 2014

20 Member Success Orientation

24 Leadershp Craven

22 Nonpro it Council

16 Young Professionals Group

18 New Bern Military Alliance

21 Business Before Hours - January 2014

26 Member News

2 Newsletter - Ad Rates

7 Renewing Members

Cover Photo Courtesy: Larry Conley, Photographic Artist

39 Leadership Craven Alumni Association

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Be sure to check the Chamber Website

12FEB

WED

Chamber Ambassadors Meeting12:00 pm to 1:00 pmChamber Board Room

20FEB

TUE

Business After Hours - Trent Cadillac - Buick - GMC, Inc.1707 Hwy 70 East, New Bern5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

25FEB

TUE

Business Before Hours - Bear Towne Java323 Middle Street, Downtown New Bern7:30 am - 8:30 am

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4FEB

TUE

Executive Committee Meeting12:00 pm to 1:00 pmChamber Board Room

11FEB

TUE

Board of Directors Meeting7:30 am to 8:30 amChamber Meeting Room

18FEB

TUE

New Bern Military AllianceBoard Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 amChamber Board Room

18FEB

TUE

Nonprofit Council Meeting8:00 - 9:00 amChamber Meeting Room

27FEB

THU

Leadership Craven Class of 2013-14Health Services Leadership Craven Class ONLY

26FEB

WED

Minority Business Council Meeting5:30 - 7:00 pmChamber Meeting Room

26FEB

WED

Finance Committee Meeting12:00 - 1:00 pmChamber Board Room

27FEB

THU

Downtown Council Meeting5:30 - 7:00 pmChamber Meeting Room

6FEB

THU

Young Professionals Group6:00 PM Wine Tasting and Food PairingCravin’ Wine

19FEB

WED

NBMA Military Luncheon - RSVP12:00 - 1:00 pmThe Chelsea - Downtown New BernNBMA Members / Guests ONLY

18FEB

TUE

LCAA Monthloy Meeting12:00 PMMorgan’s Tavern

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Calendar - February, 2014

e: www.NewBernChamber.com for updates

12MAR

WED

Chamber Ambassadors Meeting12:00 pm to 1:00 pmChamber Board Room

20MAR

TUE

Business After Hours - Marc Jessup Insurance/Pope Custom Homes, Inc, 2002 So. Glenburnie Rd.5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

25MAR

TUE

Business Before Hours - McCarthy Court Independent Living1321 McCarthy Boulevard, New Bern7:30 am - 8:30 am

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Calendar - March, 2014

18MAR

TUE

New Bern Military AllianceBoard Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 amChamber Board Room

18MAR

TUE

Nonprofit Council Meeting8:00 - 9:00 amChamber Meeting Room

4MAR

TUE

Executive Committee Meeting12:00 pm to 1:00 pmChamber Board Room

13MAR

THU

Leadership Craven Class of 2013-14EnvironmentLeadership Craven Class ONLY

11MAR

TUE

Board of Directors Meeting7:30 am to 8:30 amChamber Meeting Room

27MAR

THU

Downtown Council Meeting5:30 - 7:00 pmChamber Meeting Room

26MAR

WED

Minority Business Council Meeting5:30 - 7:00 pmChamber Meeting Room

26MAR

WED

Finance Committee Meeting12:00 - 1:00 pmChamber Board Room

13MAR

THU

NBMA Military Family of the Quarter/RSVP12:00 PM to 1:00 PMNew Bern Golf & Country ClubNBMA Members / Guests ONLY

6MAR

THU

Young Professionals Group6:00 pmBambooz Tiki Bar

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Jeremy JacksonJC Jackson Builders, LLC329 Bungalow DriveNew Bern, NC 28560(252) 671 3126Sponsor: Teresa Kruske

H. James YaegerFresh Coat1822 6 S. GlenburnieRoad, Suite 355New Bern, NC 28562(866) 748 2777Sponsor: Susan Milliron

Dave OverbeeTriple Play Restaurant & Sports Bar111 Williams RoadNew Bern, NC 28562(252) 671 4838Sponsor: Bambooz Tiki Bar

Jessica CreechThe Gym 24/7124 Market StreetNew Bern, NC 28560(252) 672 9305Sponsor: Wayne Strausbaugh

Dallas Blackiston1507 North Pasteur StreetNew Bern, NC 28560(252) 635 5061Sponsor: Kevin Roberts

D. Sco GurganusBeacon Construc onP. O. Box 14396New Bern, NC 28561(252) 636 6100Sponsor: Stand Up Ou i ers

Patricia C. Schaible106 Lancy LaneNew Bern, NC 28562(252) 635 5332Sponsor: Teresa Suhrie

Randall No erDermatology Associates of Coastal Carolina2115 Neuse BlvdNew Bern, NC 28560(252) 633 4461Sponsor: Teresa Kruske

Beacon

Construc on

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Welcome....to our... New Members - December 2013

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Thank you.....to our.....Renewing Members - December 2013

A Step Up/ Peacock’s Plume

Bayview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Big Kahuna Pools, Spas & More

Coastal Womens Forum

D.I. Banks Electric, Inc.

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Don Lee Center

Dunkin’ Donuts/Neuse Blvd

Ed Hughes

ElectriCities of NC, Inc.

Fairfield Harbour POA

Fund Development, Incorporated

Garris Evans Lumber Co.

H & R Block

Hartman’s Mobile Marine Service

Home Instead Senior Care

Honorable Karen A. Alexander

Joy M. Harsen, Inc.

Kathie Jones Broker

Merry Maids

Michael G. Raines, Realtor

Mitchell Hardware

Odham’s Flower Shop

Outback Steakhouse

Richardson & Richardson, Attorneys at Law

Riverbanks Construction, Inc. (RBX)

Safe Steps Training, LLC

Sagamore Properties

Seniors Choosing to Live at Home Management Service

Sportsman’s Toy Store

SpringHill Suites by Marriott

Suddenlink

The Little Hoe

The Mediation Center of Eastern Carolina

Toni’s Projects

Trent Heating and Air

Trident Funding Corporation

Tryon Civitan Club

Tyco Integrated Security LLC - #41012

USO of NC – Jacksonville Center

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

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2014 Annual Banquet

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2014 Annual Banquet


2014 Annual Banquet

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2014 Annual Banquet


New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce - 2014 Leadership

New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce

2014 Leadership

Nancy Alexander

2014 Board ChairGreg Smith

Execu ve Commi ee

Chair Elect

Frank Fragale

Finance Commi ee

Chair

Greg Smith

Downtown Council

Chair

Chad Si g

Leadership Craven

Alumni Associa on—Chair

Keith Merri

Nonpro t Council

Chair

Marie Phillips

Ambassadors

Chair

Shep Harris

Young Professionals

Group—Chair

Tharesa Lee

Minority Business

Council—Chair

Bill Naumann & Sonny Roberts

New Bern Military Alliance

Co Chairs


Business After Hours

Thursday, February 20, 2013

5:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Sponsored by:

Trent Cadillac—Buick—GMC, Inc.

Business Before Hours

Tuesday, February 25, 2013

7:30 am to 8:30 am

Sponsored by:

Bear Towne Java

Business After Hours / Business Before Hours - February 2014

New Bern Parks & Recreation presents

“LEPRECHAUN LEAP” March 15 10am New Bern Aquatic Center

$20 if registered before March 7, $30 on the day-of

All proceeds go to the National Foundation for Transplants

Celebrate March by sliding down our winding waterslide, or plunging into our “refreshing” pool!

WE’RE FREEZIN’ FOR A REASON…

To raise awareness about the importance of Organ Donation!!!

Call 252.639.2902 for more information http://www.newbern-nc.org/RP/sp_events.php

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New Bern Parks & Recreation


Sunrise Business Update - 1/30/2014New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce

& Swiss Bear Downtown Development Corporation

Sunrise Business Update

present

Thursday, January 30, 2014 Was CANCELLED Due to inclement weather

Our guest speaker will be

Jack Veit—County Manager Craven County Government

Join us for breakfast and get updated on what is happening in your city.

Cost: $10.00 per person, which includes Baker’s Kitchen’s

full buffet breakfast

In consideration of the cancelled event in January,

County Manager, Jack Veit, will be the guest speaker,

at the next Sunrise Business Update—Thursday, March 27, 2014

2014 YPG Calendar of Events

January 9, 2014 - Meet & Greet – New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce February 6, 2014 – Wine Tasting – Cravin’ Wine

(Appetizers compliments of Cilantro’s Mexican Grill) February 12, 2014 – Lunch Bunch – Morgan’s Tavern & Grill

March 6, 2014 – Happy Hour/After Hours Networking & Live Music – Bambooz Tiki Bar (Food compliments of Triple Play Restaurant and Sports Bar) March 12, 2014 – Lunch Bunch – Cilantro’s Mexican Grill

April 5, 2015 – Frisbee Golf & Picnic (Family Event) – Glenburnie Park April 16, 2014 – Lunch Bunch

May 1, 2014 – Cinco de Mayo – Arturo’s May 14, 2014 – Lunch Bunch

June 14, 2014 – Stand-Up Paddle Boarding & Cookout (Family Event) June 18, 2014 – Lunch BunchJuly 16, 2014 – Lunch Bunch

August 15, 2014 – YPG River Jam – Union Point Park (Rain Location: Farmer’s Market) September, 2014 – Habitat for Humanity

September 17, 2014 – Lunch BunchOctober 2, 2014 – Oyster Roast (Guests Invited) – BridgePointe Hotel & Marina

October 15, 2014 – Lunch BunchNovember 6, 2014 – Open – Sponsorships Welcome

November 19, 2014 – Lunch BunchDecember 12, 2014 – Holiday Party – NBG&CC

January 8, 2015 – Meet & Greet – New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce February 6, 2015 – Kick-Off Party February 18, 2015 – Lunch Bunch

Please contact Ashley Baxter Curry if you are interested in sponsoring a monthly member meeting. (252) 626-1700 or [email protected]

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Young Professionals Group

Wine Tasting & Hors d'oeuvres Event

When: Thursday, February 6, 2014

Where: Cravin’ Wine (1706A Hwy 70 E)

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Cost: $10.00/person

Come swirl, sip and savor some of the finest wines with YPG! The very capable Cravin’ Wine will walk us through various wines and will provide a short background on each. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided by Cilantro’s Mexican Grill. Drop your business card in a bucket and have a chance to tell us about you and your business!

Please RSVP to Ashley Baxter Curry at [email protected] or on our Facebook page by Wednesday, February 5

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When: Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Where: Morgan’s Tavern & Grill

Time: 12:00 Noon

Cost: DutchLunch Bunch is back! Join us for the first one of the Year! RSVP to Ashley or Facebook by Monday, February 10

Young Professionals Group February Events


Young Professionals Group

NBMA events are open to members of the NBMA only and there is no charge to attend unless otherwise noted. RSVPs required for all NBMA events with limited seating.

To RSVP, contact Susan Milliron at 637-3111 or email: [email protected].

New Bern Military Alliance Board Meeting will be held as follows: Tuesday, February 18, 2014 – 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM – Chamber Board Rood

For more information on sponsorship of any of these events or to become a member of the NBMA, contact Kevin Roberts at 252-637-3111 or e-mail: [email protected].

The New Bern Military Alliance

The New Bern Military Alliance will host

Military Luncheon

Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at 12:00 PM

at

The Chelsea NBMA Members / Guests ONLY – RSVP by 18 Feb

to

252-637-3111 or E-Mail: [email protected]

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Photographs compliments of Larry Conley of Larry Conley Photographic Artist

NBMA - Military Luncheon - 1/22/2014

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Military Luncheon with Guest Speaker: Col. Pappas

Hosted at The Chelsea

January 22, 2014

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Member Success Orientation

You and your guest are cordially invited to

Business Before Hours

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Was CANCELLED due to inclement weather

Hosted by: Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

& Captain Ratty’s Seafood & Steakhouse

Hosted at: Capt. Ratty’s, 202 Middle St. Downtown New Bern

Start your day with a fun, casual business networking event! Door prizes include an assortment of gifts!

Please fill out your name and your company’s name to be entered to win the door prize:

______________________________________________

______________________________________________

By invitation to Chamber members & their guests only. Invitation admits two - please present invitation at door.

The next B-B-H will be hosted at Bear Towne Java on February25, 2014


Business Before Hours - January 2014


Nonpro it Council

January 21 “Red Day” Opportunity for Nonprofits

Partnering with Giving Tuesday Impact Funding by United Way of Coastal Carolina

February 18

Economic Development and Your Nonprofit in the Community

March 18 Generational Giving

April 15 Celebrate National Volunteer Month

“Nonprofits Giving to Nonprofits”- A day of Volunteerism & Giving Tuesday

May 20 HEALTHCARE???????

June 17 Professional Development Day @ University of Mount Olive—New Bern

August 19 Marketing Through Events

(MUMFEST/BUSINESS EXPO/TRADE SHOWS, RESOUCE FAIRS, etc.) Giving Tuesday

September 16 Plug-into Foundation Funding

October 21 Online Giving—Giving Tuesday, an Online Funding Opportunity

November 18 Nonprofit Awareness Month, the social and economic impact of Nonprofits

Belk Charity Days & Giving Tuesday

December 16 Breakfast potluck, Election of 2015 officers & Door prizes, etc.

Door prizes Report on Giving Tuesday

New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce

Nonpro t Council Mee ng

January 21,2014

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Nonpro it Council


Chamber Explorations Travel - 2014

Introducing….

Chamber Travel Opportuni es for 2014

Oktoberfest—Austria Germany: Departure—September 22

Preview Mee ng: Chamber Mee ng Room, May 8, 5:30—6:30 PM


Chamber Explorations Travel - 2014Introducing….

Chamber Travel Opportuni es for 2014

Cuba Departure—November 6

Preview Mee ng: Chamber Mee ng Room, May 8, 6:30—7:30 PM


Leadership Craven - Human Services

Promote your business to other Chamber members and the community! E-mail your news to [email protected]. Due to the number of submissions, please limit your news to 150 words. Deadline is the 15th of each month prior to publication, on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis, based on availability of space. All submissions are complimentary.


Member News

Tryon Civitan Club - Tryon Civitan Club Sponsoring Their Fifth Annual Food Drive For the Salvation Army In February

For the month of February, The Tryon Civitan Club, in conjunction with The UPS Store, will be sponsoring their Fifth Annual Food Drive to bene it the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army is in need of canned meat, tuna ish, macaroni & cheese, peanut butter. As well as soups & canned pasta such as beefaroni, ravoli & spaghetti. Anyone wishing to donate any of these items can drop them off at The UPS Store, located on South Glenburnie Road (across the street from the Post Of ice), Monday through Friday 8am to 6 pm and Saturday 8am to 4pm.

As always, The Tryon Civitan Club thanks everyone for their continued support of the projects they have during the year in support of our community. If you have any questions about this project or need any additional information, please contact Mack Paul, Tryon Civitan Project Chairperson at 637-7500.

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Member NewsCraven Community College Foundation

Craven Community College Foundation has announced that WCTI News Channel 12 has signed on once again this year as a Diamond sponsor for 2014 Community Fabric Awards. The event, to be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center, is the premier fundraiser for the college’s Foundation. The ceremony, and coordination of gifts, was made possible through the support and efforts of the Craven Community College Foundation. For more information about the Community Fabric Awards and the Foundation, contact Judy Eurich at 252-638-7350. The Foundation’s website can be found at www.cravencc.edu/foundation.

Tryon Civitans - Flapjack Fundraiser

The Tryon Civitans will be hosting a Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast on Saturday, February 22nd from 7:30am to 10am at Applebees on Martin Luther King Blvd. in New Bern. Tickets are $7.00 for the delicious pancake & sausage breakfast and can be purchased at The UPS Store at 1822 S. Glenburnie Rd. or from any Tryon Civitan member. Walk ins are also welcome. All proceeds bene it non-pro its in our community, a few of which are Coastal Women’s Shelter, Merci Clinic, Habitat for Humanity, Craven County Special Olympics, Religious Community Services and the Twin Rivers YMCA. For more information please contact Kathi Whit ield at 229-5512 or Amy Still, 252-288-4596.


Member NewsAtlantic Security Systems

Mike Krauss, President of Atlantic Security Systems, has been elected to become one of six Directors of the North Carolina Electronic Security Association. In this position Mr. Krauss will be the “go-to” person for licensed alarm dealers in our area. NCESA is a chartered state association of the Electronic Security Association. Each organization represents business professionals dedicated to the betterment of the electronic security industry throughout the state of North Carolina and the U.S. Our associations are made up of member companies that adhere to a set of standards and ethics that promote professionalism in the electronic security alarm industry. This professional code of conduct bene its the millions of people who rely upon security systems for their personal safety, the safety of their homes and families, businesses and communities. In this new position, Mr. Krauss will be

responsible for contacting member and non-member companies, assisting them in their efforts to maintain a level of professionalism and enhance the common goal of high quality services and products. Many people may not know that to sell, install, and service security systems, including security cameras requires the possession of both an electrical license and a license issued by the NC Department of Justice. Getting that word out and self-policing those policies is also a priority of member companies.Mr. Krauss wishes to thank the NCESA for this honor and opportunity and also the many customers of Atlantic Security Systems, whose patronage over the years has made this possible.


Member NewsNew Bern Preservation Foundation - New Bern Antique Show February 14 - 16 AT THE New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

The New Bern Preservation Foundation will hold their 26th annual New Bern Antique Show & Sale at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center Friday through Sunday, February 14-16. In the midst of New Bern’s historic downtown, the Convention Center will host over 35 professional antique dealers for Valentine’s weekend. These dealers will offer 18th through 20th Century furniture, crystal, jewelry, rugs, paintings, prints, vintage linens, silver, glass, toys, books, chandeliers, and everything from antique buttons to memorabilia. On Saturday and Sunday professional identi iers will be available to evaluate items brought to the show. The valuations are FREE to show attendees (two items per ticket holder). There will be raf les for cash prizes

and numerous non-cash prizes as well. Throughout the show hours, there will be one or more restoration resources available to answer questions. Show times are 10 am to 5 pm on Friday and Saturday and 11 am to 4:30 pm on Sunday. A ticket to the show covers admission for all three days. Tickets are $7.00 in advance or $8.00 at the door. Advance tickets may be purchased at Mitchell Hardware, Harris Teeter of New Bern and the New Bern Preservation Foundation of ice. All proceeds from the Antique Show will bene it the preservation activities of the Foundation. For additional information call the Foundation of ices at (252) 633-6448, visit the website at www.newbernpf.org or the Foundation’s Facebook page for updates on dealers and events. https://www.facebook.com/pages/New-Bern-Preservation-Foundation/90192990185


Member News

Southern Gentlemen Chorus - Want To Make Some Points With A Loved One HeresYour Chance. Send A Southern Gentlemen Barbershop Chorus Singing Valentine

Quartets from the Southern Gentlemen Barbershop Chorus will be delivering Singing Valentines within the greater New Bern/ Havelock area on Friday February 14. Each recipient will receive 2 beautiful love songs sung by a quartet, a red rose, a personalized Valentine card and a digital photograph. The cost is only $35.00. We also sing to the wives of our deployed service members and you can sponsor one of these Valentines. The Southern Gentlemen Chorus is a 501C3 non-pro it organization. A portion of the proceeds bene it Merci Clinic, Coastal Women’s Shelter and Navy and Marine Corp Relief organizations. For more information, please call 252-288-9132 or visit the website, www.newbernbarbershop.com. The phone number again is 252-288-9132.

Masterful Dog Training, Inc.

Dona Baker, President of Masterful Dog Training, Inc. provides “Training For Both Ends of the Leash”. Private sessions and well as group classes are available for your training needs. Problem-solving is Dona’s specialty and creating harmony in your home is her main objective. Dona’s interest in dogs and training began over 40 years ago and she has successfully trained thousands of dogs. Private sessions can be in your home or of ice or indoors year-round at Lynaire Kennel or Jill’s Pet Gallery. Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Obedience & Good Manners, Advanced Obedience, Canine Good Citizen classes and testing, and Fast & Fit Fidos are our current offerings. For more info, visit MDT’s website at: www.Masterfuldogtraining.com or call 252-672-K9ED (5933).


Member News

New Bern Parks & Recreation

New Bern Parks & Recreation announces our irst-ever LEPRECHAUN LEAP, on March 15 at 10am! We challenge you to take a chilly dip into the frigid water at New Bern Aquatic Center, along with other warm-hearted people----all for the sake of those who desperately need organ transplant surgery. Registration is underway now at West New Bern Recreation Center, or online at http://www.newbern-nc.org/RP/sp_events.php. Registration is $20 through March 7, and is $30 the day of the event. Register and start fundraising today and make a difference in the lives of those who desperately need organ transplant! Contests for best costume, biggest fundraiser, biggest splash, and more. Dress in your best winter swimsuit and join the fun! For more information, call 252.639.2902.

Stubbs & Perdue, P.A. - Our Business Is Protecting Yours

Stubbs & Perdue is pleased to announce that two of its attorneys have been selected as Super Lawyers® for 2014. In addition, three attorneys have been selected as Rising Stars. Selection for this honor is a multi-phased process that includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. Stubbs & Perdue attorneys chosen by peer recognition and professional achievement to become Super Lawyers® include Trawick (“Buzzy”) Stubbs, Jr. and Laurie B. Biggs, Bankruptcy. Rising Stars include Matthew M. Buckmiller, Litigation, William H. Kroll, Bankruptcy, and Kindelle M. McCullen, Criminal Defense. Please join us in congratulating these attorneys for their hard work in achieving such worthy recognition. Stubbs & Perdue also provides services in


Member NewsFederal and State criminal law, family law, commercial and residential real estate, business and professional corporations, estate planning, civil litigation, as well as bankruptcy, workouts, and foreclosures. Board Certi ied Specialists include: John W. King, Jr. (Real Property Law, and Estate Planning and Probate), Buzzy (Bankruptcy), and Laurie (Bankruptcy). Other attorneys available to serve you include Rodney Currin, Ashley Baxter Curry, and Joseph Z. Frost. In addition to our attorneys, other members of our staff include North Carolina State Bar Certi ied Paralegal Wendy P. Karam, along with real estate staff Yvonne E. Shockney and Rosalie Paradine, who is also a North Carolina State Bar Certi ied Paralegal. For more information about Stubbs & Perdue, P.A. or to schedule an appointment, please visit our website at www.stubbsperdue.com, or contact us at (252) 633-2700 or [email protected].

Craven Arts Council - Jazz at Its Best on February 9

February 9 brings six world-renowned jazz greats to New Bern to celebrate 25 years of the Sunday Jazz Showcase during two performances at the Doubletree by Hilton. This outstanding group includes Canadian Bria Skonberg, leader, on trumpet; Australians Adrian Cunningham on reeds and Nicki Parrott on bass; Italian Rossano Sportiello on piano; Floridian Eddie Metz on drums; and North Carolina’s own Maddy Winer on vocals. Tickets for the 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. performances can be purchased by calling 252-638-2577 or 252-637-2300, or by visiting the Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle Street in New Bern. The Sunday Jazz Showcase began in 1989 when local businessman and Craven Arts Council member John Sturman and his wife, Hanna, decided New Bern could use some top-level jazz. Driving down to Wilmington, NC for the annual North Carolina Jazz


Member NewsFestival that’s held on a Saturday, they decided it made perfect sense to put something together in New Bern for the next day. After a few unsuccessful attempts to ind a corporate sponsor, John decided to try the nonpro it sector and approached the Arts Council. Cary Worthy, executive director at the time, came to see the light that this could be a great fundraiser. The Showcase was irst known as the Sunday Jazz Buffet, complete with ice carvings and buffet. Milton Hinton, who had played bass on some 800 recordings, joined drummer Bobby Rosengarden (with the NBC Orchestra for more than 20 years), clarinetist Kenny Davern (considered by the New York Times “the best in the country”), and longtime jazz pianist Dick Sturman. To everyone’s delight, it was an instant success, and Hinton was quoted as saying, “I hope I live long enough to perform again with Dick!” The problem with instant successes is that then folks start complaining that they can’t get tickets, so the event expanded to

include a second performance in the evening. Today, the Sunday Jazz Showcase continues to be sponsored by Craven Arts Council, led by longtime Executive Director Carol Tokarski, and continues to be a major fundraiser for the nonpro it. Although each year the Council hears that “this one’s the best,” the 25th Sunday Jazz Showcase may very well be “the best.” Don’t miss it!


Member NewsHoward, Stallings, From & Hutson, P.A.

Howard, Stallings, From & Hutson, P.A. is pleased to announce the opening of a Morehead City of ice at 4251 Arendell Street, Suite G, in the East Coast Square South building. Hours are currently by appointment. We offer a wide range of legal services throughout the State. With three locations we can better serve businesses and their owners, because our business is taking care of your business. We are also proud of our attorneys who have been recently chosen by their peers for recognition as Legal Elite in North Carolina Business Magazine: John Hutson and Joan Davis for Litigation, Jim Angell and Nick Brown for Bankruptcy, and Allan From for Estate Planning and Tax. Two of those same attorneys and others have also been recognized as 2014 Super Lawyers, a recognition granted to only 5% of NC lawyers that involves peer nominations and review of accomplishments by the Super Lawyers publication: John Hutson and Russell Johnson for Litigation, Beth Atkins for Business,

and Jim Angell for Bankruptcy.Visit us on the web at www.howardstallings.com . Morehead of ice 252-917-5060; New Bern of ice 252-633-3006; Raleigh of ice 800-822-4182.

The New Bern Civitan Club - Presents A Bene it Concert

The New Bern Civitan Club is sponsoring a bene it concert starring Deborah Boily, International Cabaret Artist. Do you love the music of Piaf? Streisand? Marvin Hamlich? Bert Bachrach? Memorable show tunes? The great stuff you used to hear on the radio? Then you will love this wonderful intimate evening performed by Deborah Boily. She will perform 2 sets with wonderful stories and great songs “sung by the best Cabaret performer on either side of the Atlantic” by Cabaret Scenes Magazine. The concert will be held Saturday, February 22 at 7:30 pm and again Sunday, February 23 at 2:00 pm at the Cullman Auditorium at


the North Carolina History Center. There will be a pre-show featuring John Van Dyke and Co. 45 minutes before each show in the lobby of the History Center. Tickets may be obtained by calling (252) 636-2217. Tickets are also being sold at the following New Bern locations: Fuller Music, Bank of the Arts, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center, Sun Journal, C. Foy Tonsorial Parlor and Harris Teeter. Advance ticket price is $35. Groups of 10 or more will be $33 each. All proceeds directly support Craven County charities. For additional information, contact Jim or Maureen Comer at (252) 636-2217 or email [email protected].

Eastern Carolina Vocational Center - ECVC Employees Recognized for Meritorious Service

Five employees from ECVC (Eastern Carolina Vocational Center) were honored with Foundation Awards during the employee Christmas lunch held December 23, 2013 at the Pitt County Agricultural Center. The Morris Brody Award for Excellence was presented to Christina Bell, Programs Specialist. Meritorious Service Award winners were as follows: Mary Bullock, Frames Touch-Up Painter (Production); Elaine Collins, Employment Specialist (New Bern); Carolyn Mosley, Shipping Clerk (Production); and, Walter Vines, Shipping/Receiving Clerk and Forklift Driver (Production). ECVC’s Foundation Board Chairman, Edwin Gray, presented the awards. Along with plaques, the winners received monetary awards made


Member Newspossible by the support of ECVC’s Foundation Board. Each winner was nominated by their fellow co-workers and/or supervisors based on his/her extra efforts and special contributions to the success of their departments, as well as ECVC. About ECVC: ECVC is a nonpro it company established in 1965 and a member of NISH’s network of Community Rehabilitation Programs. Its social mission is “to help people with disabilities attain a higher quality of life through achievement of their vocational goals.” The company’s local and government contracts provide inancial stability to help support its mission. Its Vocational Placement & Training Services staff help secure competitive employment positions for people with disabilities at community businesses. Contact: Ellen Jackson, Director of Customer Services, 252-317-3123, [email protected], www.ECVCinc.com

Larry Conley - Photographic Artist

At the Stated Business Meeting of the Sudan Shriners, during their recent Winter Ceremonial held in New Bern NC January 24th and 25th 2014, Nobel Larry Conley was elected to Photographer Emeritus status. Nobel Conley has served on the Public Relations committee in the capacity of Chief Photographer for 21 years of the past 22 years.


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February Monthly Meeting

February 18th 12:00pm

Morgan’s Tavern & Grill (upstairs)

All alumni are invited to attend but dues must be current.

Dues may be paid at meeting.

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Leadership Craven Alumni

1st Annual Super Ball Golf Tournament

May 3, 2014

River Bend Country Club

9am Shotgun Start

Leadership Craven Alumni Association

Business Matters - February 2014

Documents

Transcript of Business Matters - February 2014