July Calendar of Events
Every Thursday,
Now through August 20th
Sprinkler Fun Days
Beat the heat this summer at Sprinkler Fun Days downtown at Cornerstone Commons. From 3-4 p.m. each Thursday the City's giant water sprinkler will be set up for all to enjoy. Supervised by Goldsboro Fire Department. Sponsored by Goldsboro Metal Recycling. 919.735.4959 ∙ www.dgdc.org
Now through August
Join the DGDC!
Lend you talent and creativity to an organization committed to Goldsboro's future success. Join the Downtown Goldsboro Development Corporation Board or Directors or one of our Committees. Applications are available on our website. www.DGDC.org ∙ 919.735.4959.
Now through August
Summer Art Camp
Get a jump on your child’s summer fun with the Arts Council of Wayne County’s annual Summer Art Camp programs. The 2015 Summer Art Camp, Excellent Adventures: Exploring Our World, is sure to unleash every child’s creative imagination. www.ArtsInWayne.org ∙ 919.736.3300
July 4th 9p.m.
The Mount Olive Jaycees, along with the Town of Mount Olive, will host fireworks on July 4th, 9 p.m., at the Mount Olive Airport. Come and help us celebrate Independence Day!
July 9th 6-9 p.m.
Center Street Jam
Blake Kearney
Sponsored by Scrubbles Touch Free Car Wash. FREE downtown summer concert series. Enjoy live music, great food, and cold drinks. Located in the John St. parking lot. Mandatory ID check for purchase of beer. www.DGDC.org ∙ 919.735.4959
July 9th 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Open Mic Night
Musicians, singers, spoken word performers, creative thinkers...we want to hear from you! It's free and everyone is welcome. Arts Council of Wayne County www.ArtsInWayne.org ∙ 919.736.3300
July 10th 5p.m. – 8p.m.
First Friday
Looking for something fun and relaxing to start off your weekend? Stop by First Friday for refreshments, exhibits, art, live music, and much more. Meet our studio artists. Shop the Art Market. It’s free & family friendly! Arts Council of Wayne County
www.ArtsInWayne.org ∙ 919.736.3300
July 10th 7:30p.m Nahunta Friends Church will celebrate Christmas in July with a free and fun Christmas movie at the picnic shelter behind the main building at 7:30. The public is invited. Bring a lawn chair. Movie will be shown in the new, detached fellowship hall in case of rain. Free popcorn and soda! For more information call Nancy : 919-922-5413.
July 13th – 16th
American Girl Summer Dance Camp
Legacy Dance Project presents an American Girl-themed summer dance camp for the doll lovers in your life. Dancers are invited to bring their doll and friends, and enjoy dancing, stories, games, crafts and fun. Ages 5-8. Sign-up by July 6th
www.legacydanceproject.com 919.738.3772
Through July 17th
Teeny Tiny Art Show
Art comes in all shapes & sizes! The Arts Council is hosting their first Teeny Tiny Art Show, and they’re calling for submissions. Anything can be entered, as long as it’s no bigger than 4”x4”x4”. Entries will be accepted June 1st-3rd and the public can enjoy the art through July 17th. Call for details.
www.ArtsInWayne.org ∙ 919.736.3300
July 13th – 24th
Stage Struck Summer Camp
Two-week drama workshop for 6th – 12th grade students. Students learn different aspects of stage performance, which has included set design, costumes, make-up, acting, singing, technical theater, etc. Registration is limited.
www.stagestruck.org 919.736.4530
July 17th 7p.m. – 9:30p.m.
Wayne County Jazz Showcase
PNC presents this monthly jazz concert every third Friday at the Arts Council of Wayne County. If you are a lover of jazz music, you will not want to miss this performance of our area's most talented musicians. FREE & open to the public! www.ArtsInWayne.org
www.artsinwayne.org.
July 19th- Thursday, July 23rd Nahunta Friends Church at 2537 NC 581 N., Pikeville, will have VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL. All the children in the community are invited to come hear about Jesus Christ and His love for each of them and have a great time! For more information call Nancy at 919-922-5413.
July 23rd 6-9 p.m.
Center Street Jam
Hip Pocket
Sponsored by Goldsboro News-Argus. FREE downtown summer concert series. Enjoy live music, great food, and cold drinks. Located in the John St. parking lot. Mandatory ID check for purchase of beer. 919.735.4959
July 24th - 25th
22nd Annual Princess of North Carolina
Who will be crowned 2015 Princess of North Carolina? Find out on Friday and Saturday, July 24th & 25th. In its’ 22nd year, the PONC awards over $20,000 in scholarship bonds, cash and prizes. Call for event details and to reserve tickets – 919.735.5590.
July 31st 7 p.m.
Stage Struck Presents: BIG Stars Showcase
6th – 12th grade students from the region perform aspects of theatrical performing arts learned through a two-week daily camp. They perform selections from multiple productions seen on Broadway stages. The students dance and sing their way into your heart and ignite a passion for entertainment within each of you. General Admission - $10/each. www.goldsboroparamount.com 919.583.8432
On Sale Now!
Eighth Annual Paramount Performing Arts Series
The Goldsboro Paramount's BIGGEST series yet! Featuring acts like Red Moon Road, Yolanda Rabun, the NC Symphony, Black Violin, James Gregory and more! Build your own series by choosing 3 or more events and save anywhere from 10-30% off the individual ticket prices. 919.583.8432 ∙ www.GoldsboroParamount.com
