Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Colonial ship sheduled to wrrive to New Bern today

Colonial ship scheduled to arrive today for 300th Anniversary Jubilee Weekend

The 16th century replica ship Elizabeth II is scheduled to arrive at the Grand Marina on the New Bern waterfront Wednesday afternoon for the New Bern Jubilee Weekend. It will remain docked behind The Hilton through the weekend, hosting area school groups Thursday and Friday. There will be no admission to tour the ship during the weekend.

The original Elizabeth was one of seven vessels in Sir Walter Raleigh's military expedition to the New World in 1885.

Thursday's Jubilee public event is the Jubilee Flotilla, with boats large and small scheduled to begin their cruise along the New Bern waterfront at 8 p.m.

Boat owners have been encouraged to decorate with lights and a 300th theme.

Come out and celebrate with us .....

Friday, September 3, 2010

Haiti dance troupe to preform in New Bern





Haiti dance troupe to perform in New Bern




The Resurrection Dance Theater from Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, will be making a stop in New Bern from Sept. 13 to 15, including performances for 2,500 school children and a public performance at Garber United Methodist Church. Make sure not to miss this exelent show by 11 dancers and drummers are all from the St. Joseph's Home for Boys in Haiti.

The internationally recognized dance troupe members are all from the St. Joseph's Home for Boys in Haiti. s, former street children and child slaves in Haiti who have performed all over the United States and Canada, including a performance before the Pope on World Youth Day in Canada.

The public performance, which is sponsored by Hearts With Haiti and Garber United Methodist Church, will be in Garber's Morris Hall at 7 p.m. Morris Hall is located at 4202 Country Club Road in Trent Woods.

For ticket information, contact the church office at 252-637-4022. Tickets for the public performance are $5 and credit card payment is accepted by phone. All proceeds from the performance will be donated to the St. Joseph's Home for Boys to help rebuild their home in Haiti.

Specila THANK YOU to Garber United Methodist Church for sponsoring this great event!

If you can't make one of the performances but would like to make a donation to help with the ongoing earthquake relief effort, you may click here to make an on-line donation or mail a check to one of the addresses below:

Hearts with Haiti
11503 Springfield Pike
Cincinnati, OH 45246
888-802-6452

Hearts with Haiti
27 Horne St.
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-758-8085


Sonja Babic

Your North Carolina Broker

252-617-0861

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Hurricane emergency supply list

As hurricane Earl is approaching and we all are hoping that we will not get much of the hurricane action here in New Bern it is still very good idea to get prepared. Hurricanes are very powerful storms and they do change their paths here and there. For your convince here is list of supplies you should have ready and handy

Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days

Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days
— non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
— foods for infants or the elderly
— snack foods
— non-electric can opener
— cooking tools / fuel
— paper plates / plastic utensils

Blankets / Pillows, etc.

Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes

First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs

Special Items - for babies and the elderly

Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes

Flashlight / Batteries


Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio

Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a traditional (not cordless) telephone set

Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards - Banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periods

Keys

Toys, Books and Games

Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag
— insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.

Tools
- keep a set with you during the storm

Vehicle fuel tanks filledPet care items
— proper identification / immunization records / medications
— ample supply of food and water
— a carrier or cage
— muzzle and leash

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Saturday, July 3, 2010

Have a happy and safe 4th of July Weekend

I would like to wish you a happy & safe 4th Of July Weekend.

Did you know...


- Independence Day was first celebrated in Philadelphia on July 8, 1776.
- The first public Fourth of July event at the White House occured in 1804.
- On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress, looking to promote national pride and unity, adopted the national flag.
- The first Independence Day celebration west of the Mississippi occured at Independence Creek and was celebrated by Lewis and Clark in 1805.
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The Liberty Bell sounded from the tower of Independence Hall on July 8, 1776, summoning citizens to gather for the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence by Colonel John Nixon.
- Both Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, died on Independence Day, July 4, 1826.

- In 1941, Congress declared July 4 a federal legal holiday.
- The 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence did not sign at the same time, nor did they sign on July 4, 1776. The official event occurred on August 2, 1776, when 50 men signed it. Later that year, five more signed separately and one added his name in a later year. Thomas McKean was the last to sign in January, 1777.
- The origin of Uncle Sam probably began in 1812, when Samuel Wilson was a meat packer who provided meat to the US Army. The meat shipments were stamped with the initials, U.S. Someone joked that the initials stood for "Uncle Sam". This joke eventually led to the idea of Uncle Sam symbolizing the United States government.

- Benjamin Franklin, John Adams & Thomas Jefferson served on the committee that picked the eagle for the national seal (Franklin wanted the turkey.)


This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave. ~Elmer Davis ~~~ THANK YOU



Sonja Babic

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New Bern NC Real Estate
New Bern Homes For Sale

Friday, July 2, 2010

Guinness World Record attempt in New Bern


Sunday's Guinness World Record attempt at the ‘world's largest open sandwich ” barbecue bun.• in New Bern

Feeding New Bern since 1945! Moore’s BBQ is more that a great place to eat it is also New Bern’s landmark. Tommy Moore is celebrating New Bern’s 300’s anniversary in the best way he can “with great BBQ” Moore build special 3,200 pound oven for this event and he is ready to take on current world record. Festivities begging 1 pm Sunday in Union Point Park and I hope to see you there.

This will be great event come out and support our great city of New Bern


Moore has paid for all the expenses in the record attempt, which he says is his way of helping the city celebrate its 300th birthday.

Sonja Babic
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252-617-0861

Thursday, May 13, 2010

New Bern is getting ready for 2010 Bike Rally

Last year the rally was moved to New Bern from Myrtle Beach. Allen said about 5,000 people turned out for the rally despite two days of heavy rain.




This year's rally will feature some of the same attractions as last year, as well as some additional features. And with absolutely fabulous forecast for this coming weekend thousands are expected to show.

Ride-In Bike Show Saturday Entry fee: $10

♦ Registration: 10 a.m. to noon

On Saturday evening, the musical entertainment will move downtown to the New Bern Farmer's Market on South Front Street for the First Annual Spring Rally Block Party that will feature two live bands.

The block party is a joint venture between Harley-Davidson of New Bern and the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce, Allen said. It will be open to local residents and rally attendees. Admission will be $5.




Come out and have good time!!! Hope to see you there

Sonja Babic

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New Bern NC Real Estate

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