The Buzz Around Wayne County

2 THE BUZZ AROUND WAYNE COUNTY September 2024 Dan Wroblewski, Owner, Publisher A Publication of: Media Publishing, LLC 122 S Berkeley Blvd, Ste 3 Goldsboro, NC 27534 919-273-0488 dan@thebuzzaroundwaynecounty.com www.thebuzzaroundwaynecounty.com Only 1 copy per household • All rights reserved We reserve the right to accept or deny any advertising or news items presented to us. All advertising copy in The Buzz unless completely made and submitted by someone else, remains property of Media Publishing and cannot be used without written permission from Buzz management. S E P T. E V E N T S Saturday, September 7th from 12-2pm Book signing of "It's all about Guts" The book is a non-fiction story based on true life events starting with the arrival of Sherman's Army in Goldsboro. It gives an insight into the soldiers of the 135th United States Colored Troop, and the stories of their service in the Union Army. The book tells the story "In their own words" of this long forgotten Black history of the Civil War. Local authors Jay and Amy Bauer will be discussing and signing copies of this important new book. Sunday, September 22nd from 2-5pm Historic Tour of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Join us for a captivating journey back in time with the Historic Church Tour of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. Explore the history of this Church that dates to 1857. Proceeds will go to St. Stephen's and Wayne County Historical PA R A M O U N T P E R FO R M I N G A R T S S E R I E S Call or Order Online: (919) 583-8432 www.goldsboroparamount.com 1 0 0 4 2 4 OUR HABITAT Build Your Better Future By Matthew Whittle Most of the time we don't think of late summer and fall as a time of new beginnings, but for Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro- Wayne, it is. Here at Habitat our mission is focused on making affordable homeownership opportunities available to families with housing needs, and once a year, from Sept. 1 to Sept. 30, we take applications from those families who want to build better futures for themselves. But sometimes the fact that there is an application process at all is surprising to people. Sometimes people think Habitat gives homes away for free. However, nothing could be further from the truth. While it is true that we have wonderful partners who offer very low interest loans and that we do subsidize a good portion of the total sales price, our families do pay a monthly mortgage for the homes that they have also helped build. Of course, that mortgage is less than what they would be paying had they purchased through a traditional mortgage – if that path was available – but it is a monthly payment. September Line-up! Every Monday: Mindful Mondays Meditation 5:30-7 pm FREE Every Wednesday: Wellness Wednesdays Yoga 5:30-6:30 pm $10 9/3: Teen Art Club 5-7 pm $5/pp The perfect creative hub for teens to craft their own masterpieces, start exciting new projects, and prepare for college! 9/6: First Friday Open Studio 6:30-9pm FREE 213 W. Walnut Street Enjoy a night downtown and experience the collective of artists representing the Arts Council of Wayne County during their Open Studio hours! 9/6: Opening Reception: 3 Remain by Pam Darrow 6-8 pm FREE Join us as Pam Darrow reveals the history that led to her exploration and establishment of a singular and personal style of printmaking featured in our latest art exhibition, 3 Remain. 9/7: Star Healers Circle 1-4 pm FREE A monthly showcase for the community to enjoy healing artists and holistic practitioners. 9/7: NC Freedom Fest: Military/First Responders Art Market Sale All Military and First Responder families can come shop the Art Market at 10% off as a thank you for the sacrifices made to keep our community and country safe! 9/13: Adult Paint Lessons 5-7 PM Cost TBD Looking to dive into your creative potential? Join Heather Reynolds to learn the techniques to bring your artistic visions to life with the stroke of a brush! For more information about upcoming events, visit www.artsinwayne.org or call 919-947- 0009. Association. Guests will have a self-guided tour with access throughout the building and grounds, with multiple stations to learn about the history of the building and St. Stephen's connection with the Civil War, Black community, and the Episcopal faith. Ticket prices are $10 (individual) and $25 (for families of 3 or more) and include refreshments. **Following the tour, a FREE Choral Evensong will begin at 5:30pm Saturday, September 27th from 7-8:30pm Historical Poetry Slam Enjoy the creative written stylings of local writers as they tell stories of the past, or express different ideas or memories in ways only possible through the artistic lens of poetry. Preregistration is required. If you would like to recite a poem at the event, you can either send them to events@ waynemuseum.org or bring a physical copy on the day of the event to be reviewed for explicit content and language. Poetry related to our local history is encouraged but not required. Open to all Poets. Saturday, September 28th Last day of Moonshine Exhibit Shuquale Royal & her son Jayden, 10, hammer the last nail into their new Habitat home in Mount Olive last year. If you or anyone you know is interested in Habitat homeownership, applications will be available starting Sept. 1 at www.habitatgoldsboro.org. And so, the application is important as it's just the first step in what will be a 12- to 18-month process of sweat equity, home ownership preparedness classes and financial literacy and budgeting workshops. But in the end, it's worth it. If you're interested or know someone interested in Habitat homeownership, visit our website, www.habitatgoldsboro.org to learn more and to apply beginning on Sept. 1. You can also pick up applications at our office at 2719 Graves Drive, Suite 3, Goldsboro, from 9-4, Monday through Friday. If you have questions, call us at 919-736-9592.

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