From humble beginnings
Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County reminisces on its history as it celebrated its 50th anniversary this year.
Magical props
Theater props — and costumes — at local theatre companies spark imagination and transform productions through the efforts of its creators.
The To-Do List
Here are just some of the things happening in and around Fayetteville this month. Scan the code with your phone for more events, additional information and to post your event on our website. Events are subject to change. Check before attending.
Behind the scenes of Fayetteville’s arts and culture community
Fayetteville is known for its prominent arts scene and distinct cultural fabric. In this “Arts & Culture” magazine edition, we bring to the forefront those who laid the foundation for local arts, who pioneered new traditions, and who continue to enhance local arts through magical craftsmanship.
Early breast cancer detection
How Cape Fear Valley’s Breast Care Center, faith, and family got one local teacher through her breast cancer journey
Demure about difference
Fort Liberty offers a kind, caring, and loving community also ready to share its culture and embrace yours, no matter where you’re from.
Poetry — a marriage of art and culture
To all our poets in Fayetteville and the region, thank you for expressing the subjective beauty that lets us see what we need to see, and touches us in the way we need to be touched. Thank you for sharing your vision so we can find ours.
More October 2024 Coverage
The lost art of letter writing
When you offer your condolences, your congratulations, or your wishes for a happy birthday in your own words, you are reminded of the true value of letter writing. You will be glad you took the time to write a personal note, and your friend will be glad to be remembered in this way.
Halloween for Hallo-weenies
It’s safe to say that every horror movie I’ve ever seen has scarred me for life. Thus, I will be scrolling right past all the “Scream” movies on Netflix this Halloween and opting instead for something that’s right on my level of “scary.” It’ll be a tough call between “Casper the Friendly Ghost” and “Pooh’s…
Saved by poetry
How a retired soldier has amplified the slam poetry scene in Fayetteville one rhyme at a time