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One day, some other people arrived in the beautiful place. Their leader was from a far-away place called Bern, Switzerland. The people saw the two rivers that came together and admired the big forest that had what they needed to build things. They also decided that this was the best place in the New World to live. They called the place New Bern to remind them of their old city. Except for once or twice, the people of New Bern got along pretty well with the Tuscarora Indians, but that's another story. The people of New Bern built a fine town with pretty houses, and their town became a capital where the king sent a governor to rule the whole land. The people built a fine house in New Bern for the governor –- a palace. Everyone loved the palace, and people came from all over the land to see and enjoy it. Even pirates came up the river from the sea to see the town with the palace. And because it was always a beautiful place to live, people kept coming to New Bern. Over the years, the people
of New Bern got together to build a fort for their children to play in
and places where their children have parties, eat ice cream and purchase
toys. Today, they bring wonderful performers from far away to teach and
entertain the children. They even have a variety of summer and day camps
where children can feed farm animals, experience colonial life or just
have fun being a child. From near and far, visitors still bring their
children to New Bern to enjoy the town with a real palace, and the
people of New Bern continue to live happily ever after. Read on for the
details. This is hardly The End.
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The Accidental Artist You might think The Accidental Artist is a
great place to spend a rainy afternoon when the kids have decided
there's nothing else to do. Actually this is a great place to have fun
no matter what the weather is like. At this studio, you can showcase
your creativity by selecting and painting your own pottery. The
Accidental Artist will then fire your one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Come
relax in the informal atmosphere and give your artistic impulses free
reign. If you are feeling creatively challenged, the in-house artist can
create an item for you. You can even book studio space for birthday
parties, club meetings and other special occasions. The Accidental
Artist is open daily. Art & Materials Art & Materials is a great place for kids
(of all ages) to feed their artistic impulses. It is the only place in
New Bern to purchase the supplies for whatever art form one wishes to
pursue. The shop features a variety of workshops in painting, drawing,
pottery and more. Owners Chris and Shelley Mathiot bring in some of the
finest local artists to teach summer camps, after-school art lessons,
special holiday sessions and classes for home-school students.
Craven Arts Council The Craven Arts Council & Gallery
sponsors two week-long fun and educational Summer Arts Camps for
children ages 4 to 12 (morning and afternoon sessions). Day campers
strengthen their creativity in process-oriented activities in arts
disciplines such as creative drama, music, creative movement and visual
arts. Classes for particular age groups are limited, so early
registration is a good idea. Scholarships are available through school
art teachers.
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Bear City Fudge Company What better way to treat the kids — and
yourself — than with a delicious piece of homemade fudge? Bear City Fudge
Company offers at least 25 flavors. Some days there are more to enjoy.
Sample tastes are offered to help you decide between the classic flavors and
the more exotic ones. Platters, special orders and other services also are
available. While you're waiting for your order, you'll enjoy looking at the
many teddy bears on display and the mural that depicts the Craven Street of
days gone by. Bear City Fudge Company is open Monday through Saturday. The Cow Cafe The Cow Cafe is not only for the young but
also the young at heart. New Bern's only "Four Hoof" restaurant is in the
historic downtown area. Its delicious menu features such delights as the
Save-A-Cow barbecue baskets, the Grazin' Garden Salad, El Moo's Chili and
other favorites among the sandwiches, soups and salads offered. Of course,
you'll want to save some room for gourmoo popcorn, ice cream and tasty milk
shakes. The cow boutique features plenty of cow-inspired items, where you
can find the perfect gift for all ages that says "I love moo." The Cow Cafe
is open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner.
Almond Tree Cafe & Ice Cream Parlor Almond Tree Cafe & Ice Cream Parlor (used to
be Marina Sweets) has long been an Insider kids' favorite because of
its baked goods and ice cream. Milk shakes, banana splits and sundaes are
cool treats you must try during a busy expedition in New Bern. Parents will
appreciate the opportunity to introduce their children to the old-fashioned
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A Day at the Farm For an "udderly" good time, visit A Day at
the Farm, located 20 minutes west of New Bern off U.S. Highway 70. A Day at
the Farm, a former dairy that operated from 1947 to 1993, offers kids a
chance to see an old-time dairy farm and explore old barns, an old kitchen
and other outbuildings dating back to 1896. One of the most popular events
is the Easter Egg Hunt. Other group activities may include butter-making the
old-fashioned way. The Pack House is a great place for a sleepover in the
loft or a special party event. A Day at the Farm also sponsors a week-long
summer camp that gives young people (and the young at heart) an idea of the
fun and chores of farm life. Prices vary depending on activity; call ahead
for more information and for an appointment or for information about special
events. Gifts and treats are available in the ice cream parlor and gift
shop. Kirkman's Farm
& Petting Zoo A family-run operation located about 20
minutes west of New Bern, Kirkman's Farm is a real working farm where
visitors can see many of the day-to-day activities that go along with
growing crops such as corn, wheat, rye, oats, hay and pumpkins. In addition
to seeing the farming activities, children will enjoy the opportunity to
feed and pet the farm’s many barnyard buddies, including goats, potbelly
pigs, rabbits, ponies, cows, a miniature donkey, ostriches, an emu, a
rhea and more. In season, the farm offers hayrides and a pumpkin patch. At
Christmas, hayrides tour the farm's lights and decorations. School groups
and Scouts are welcome. Anytime you plan to visit, be sure to call ahead for
an appointment.
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Build and Grow Program Build and Grow is a free program held
once a month for children grades 2 through 5. Lowe's provides all
materials and supplies, and each child is given his or her own work
apron and safety goggles. As children complete a project, they are
awarded a certificate, as well as a patch for their apron. A parent must
accompany the child throughout the activity. A word to the wise:
Pre-registration is absolutely required at the Customer Service Desk as
Lowe's only receives enough kits for the number of children who are
pre-registered.
New Bern-Craven County Public The children's library at the New
Bern-Craven County Public Library is well-organized for toddlers through
sixth-graders to enjoy selecting from the collection of books,
videotapes and audio cassettes. Stories on CD-ROM are available for use
in-house on the department's computers. Help is plentiful. Weekday
programs for children include Time Out For Toddlers on Friday at 9:30
AM, featuring stories, songs and finger plays for children ages 3 and
younger. Preschool Storysteps for ages 3 to 5 takes place Tuesdays at
9:30 AM, offering stories, puppet plays, music and other fun. The
Children's Story Hour is held Thursday at 4 PM for children between the
ages of 5 and 10 and involves storytelling, movies and creative
activities. The Story Seekers program fosters the imaginations of
children ages 10 and older through puppetry and storytelling.
(Pre-registration is required for Story Seekers.) The library hosts a
number of other special programs throughout the year, including the
Summer Reading Book Club. New Bern Historical Society Every spring, the New Bern Historical
Society hosts a Civil War Adventure Day for boys and girls at the
location of the Battle of New Bern, which took place in 1862. This event
brings history to life in an encampment-style environment that features
authentic drills, musket-shooting demonstrations and more. While these
programs are fee-based, members of the historical society receive a
discount. Tryon Palace Historic Sites &
Gardens Besides the standard tour (admission fee
of $5 for children grades 1 to 12 and free for children kindergarten-age
and younger), Tryon Palace offers a number of pint-sized programs
designed to foster an interest in history, among them the summer Camp
Yesteryear, the Colonial Fife & Drum Corps, and holiday day camps,
concerts, films and more. Information on age limitations, registration
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"Playground Radio 1450" is new
kid-friendly format for radio station WNOS 1450 AM in New Bern. The idea
is to provide a fun, engaging station kids really want to tune in, and
also one that parents can turn to as safe and appropriate. Programming
is aimed at kids from toddlers through middle school and their parents.
You will hear popular music from artists and movie soundtracks, TV theme
songs and skits, and educational content. Hook up with Hannah Montana/Miley
Cyrus, the Jonas Brothers, the Cheetah Girls, Dan Zanes, High School
Musical, the Laurie Berkner Band and Enchanted. There are weekly
features, including "The New Bern Time Capsule," a weekly look at local
history; "Classics for Kids," which introduces listeners to classical
music, composers and styles; "Schoolhouse Rock," a series of upbeat
songs that teach American history, math, grammar, science and economics;
"Nature Watch," which explores the world of wild birds and animals; and
"Calendar Countdown," which looks at upcoming calendar events and
explains their origins and current observation in kid-friendly terms.
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