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Wine & Design's new location takes workshops to another level

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Tuesday, 16 April 2024

Written by Sheila D. Barker

Wine & Design Fayetteville has recently relocated to larger premises. Their new address is 2180 Skibo Rd. Ste C, situated next to Popeyes, just north of the Skibo and Raeford intersection. The decision to move was driven by their need for a space that could accommodate growth and expansion. With the new location, they can now accommodate double the number of people and introduce new workshops, such as laser woodworking.
Wine & Design offers a large range of projects.
“We offer classes that work with chunky yarn where you can knit blankets, hats, dog beds, and more. We offer door leaners and door hangers that follow seasons. Just recently, we introduced a planter for real or fake plants that is made out of the image of your pet. People love them,” said owners Mike and Jenna.
Resin workshops are also a new addition.
“Our resin workshops are really fun with all kinds of different options. From Harry Potter Wizard Houses, to light sabers, to cute cows, we paint and design different themed frames and pour resin in for a durable project you keep forever. We even offer a personalized custom resin pour family portrait.”
With May 4th, Star Wars Day, right around the corner, what would be better than a Resin 4 Foot Light Up Saber Workshop? The crew at Wine & Design are huge Star Wars fans. Participants will have the opportunity to personalize their saber to any color scheme they want. The Wine & Design artists will walk you through the whole process of how to create your masterpiece.
You are encouraged to bring your own beer, wine, champagne, or non-alcoholic beverage or snack to enjoy while you work on your project. (No liquor is permitted). The class will last for about two hours.
After the first class sold out, another one was added with the likelihood of selling out as well. Reservations are required to participate. If you are interested in signing up for this class visit: https://tinyurl.com/3y9cbwmf. You can also contact them by email at fayetteville@wineanddesign.com or by phone at 910-366-5911.
Also available May 4th is a May the 4th Be With You Star Wars Trivia & Paint Night. This class is also approximately two hours long with reservations required. BYOB or BYOW as well. To register for this workshop visit: https://tinyurl.com/42xz4cbp
Get the full list of events planned at Wine & Design on their website calendar:
https://www.wineanddesign.com/calendar/fayetteville-nc 

(Photo: Wine & Design's new location on Skibo Rd allows for more space for larger classes. Their next specialty class will center around May 4, Star Wars Day, with a resin light saber workshop. Photo courtesy of Wine & Design's Facebook Page). 

NC SciFest: Balloon powered vehicles and how they move

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Tuesday, 16 April 2024

Written by Max Atkeson

After their exciting event on all things books and STEM, NC Scifest is set to host yet another amazing and informational fair on wind-powered vehicles.
Science fairs have long been an exciting opportunity for kids of all ages and backgrounds to show off their hard work. This April, the spotlight shines on balloon-powered vehicles in the Cumberland County Public Library.
Don’t miss the chance to give you and your kids an educational and creative afternoon on April 23, at North Regional Library on 855 McArthur Road. Join the fun at 3:30 p.m. on this Terrific Tuesday!
Presented by RTI International and proudly produced by Morehead Planetarium Science Center, the NC Scifest offers plenty of chances to learn about Science with their in-person and online events.
Not only can you learn about balloon and wind-powered vehicles, but you and your children can build your very own balloon-powered car and hovercraft! Expect to be amazed by all the different types of vehicles and technologies you’ve
never seen before.
Wind-powered vehicles are considered the best for the environment and a great show of innovation. Kids will be able to learn all about how abundant and inexhaustible wind is as a resource and how it’s used to create all sorts of amazing inventions. Get the kids started on a science kick and help them learn all about the world of science through NC Scifest!
If you can’t make it to this event, don’t worry because NC Scifest has plenty more April events and fairs to choose from. Keep an eye out for other events happening throughout the month.
These events barely scratch the surface of how many opportunities NC Scifest gives to children all over North Carolina. They’ll be hosting over 400 events this month statewide for all ages and backgrounds. Admission is free to most of the events.
It’s easy to feel very inspired by NC Scifest’s mission to teach children all over North Carolina about the world of science and fuel their creativity in the process.
Because of this, many recognize the importance of teaching the next generations about science and their impact on the world.
Another wonderful way to support their cause is through sponsorships. To keep admissions free, NC Scifest relies on sponsors to keep going and welcomes organizations of all kinds to join their mission. Outside of attending and sponsoring, an easy way to support the continued success of NC Scifest is through donations.
For more events and information, visit ncsciencefestival.org. Look for the interactive map and events listing page to find an event close to you and browse their events listing page for more.

Little River Band heads to the Crown Theatre

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Tuesday, 16 April 2024

Written by Max Atkeson

In a much-anticipated event, the beloved Little River Band is gearing up to play at the Crown Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 4. Fans and rock enthusiasts alike are eager to welcome their favorite band into Fayetteville while on their 2024 American tour. After gracing states like Florida, Washington, and West Virginia, LRB sets their sights on North Carolina. Don’t miss your chance to see rock legends Wayne Nelson, Chris Marion, Ryan Ricks, Colin Whinnery, and Bruce Wallace in person.
LRB was founded in Melbourne, Australia in 1975 by musicians who already enjoyed success in other rock acts over the previous years. The name “Little River Band” comes from a road sign for the Victorian township of Little River. LRB was the first Australian rock band to have sustained commercial success in America.
The late Glenn Frey, founder of The Eagles, called Little River Band “the best singing band in the world,” and their chart-topping songs prove that he was right. LRB celebrated multi-platinum albums and chart breaking hits through the 70s and 80s such as “Cool Change,” “Reminiscing,” “The Night Owls,” “Take It Easy On Me,” and tons more. Their song, “Reminiscing” has even garnered a rare title of having over 5 million air plays on American radio.
Stephen Housden, LRB’s rock-style guitarist, has retired from touring, but encourages and helps out his bandmates while they do. LRB continues to play for sold-out audiences while, according to their website, Housden “continues to write and participate in all things Little River Band.”
The current lineup in LRB includes keyboardist and Dove Award-winning producer Chris Marion, singer-songwriter and guitarist Bruce Wallace, drummer and vocalist Ryan Ricks, and lead guitarist Colin Whinnery. Alongside those four, Wayne Nelson, who joined the band in 1980, quickly became the band’s frontman with bass and lead vocals in 1999.
Bringing their classic hits and love of music around the world, Little River Band is no stranger to performing. Although they started in Australia, their initial focus was to get airplay on American radio. LRB easily achieved that goal with amazing songwriting and insane musical skills. Alongside the previously mentioned song “Reminiscing,” “Lady” follows close behind in American airplay with over 4 million airplays.
In 1981, Wayne Nelson was recognized by the world-renowned Sir George Martin, a producer for the Beatles. Martin chose Nelson to record vocals on two of the band’s biggest songs, “The Night Owls” and “Take It Easy On Me.”
Stephen Housden joined LRB that same year and was a big contributor to their string of top-10 hits.
Although none of the founding members still work with Little River Band, Nelson has been with the band for over 40 years. The band member’s commitment and love of music keep both themselves and their fans lively and excited for every show.
At the annual ARIA Music Awards in 2004, Little River Band was placed into the Australian Recording Industry Association Hall of Fame.
Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to their music, don’t miss your chance to see Little River Band!
For more information, events, tickets, and pricing, visit reallittleriverband.com or by visiting the Crown Complex’s website at https://www.crowncomplexnc.com/events/detail/little-river-band.

NC SciFest: Test puzzle skills at the Going Nuclear Escape Room

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Tuesday, 16 April 2024

Written by Kaitlyn Potts

The annual NC Science Festival has over four hundred events throughout April statewide, several of which are happening in Fayetteville. The Cumberland County Public Library is partaking in the NC Science Festival this year by offering an escape room on April 30th. It will go from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., and admission is free for everyone. The Going Nuclear Escape Room will happen at the Main Headquarters Branch, located at 300 Maiden Lane in downtown Fayetteville.
“Join us for an afternoon of daring escapes, as you try to problem-solve your way out of a nuclear reactor meltdown!” is how the NC Science Festival summarizes the indoor event. It is a hands-on experience perfect for teenagers and families.
The puzzles and clues related to the game will include the use of knowledge related to technology, engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry and science in general. This is a great opportunity to develop an appreciation for science and a wonderful learning experience for free at the library. It is important for kids and adults alike to take an interest in science, as it encourages curiosity and learning about our world.
What exactly is an escape room? An escape room is a very immersive game that involves being locked in a room with other people. Games involve a series of puzzles with a limited time to accomplish them all, which makes it a good teamwork and time management exercise. Each escape room tends to have its unique theme, with the goal of finding a way out of the room.
Usually, it involves finding a key to “escape”. The theme for this particular escape room is scientific, involving a pretend scenario of escaping a locked room before a nuclear reactor meltdown. Escape rooms are exciting and enjoyable, putting attendees’ on-the-spot problem-solving capabilities and critical thinking skills to the test.
This specific event is part of a collection of other events for the April 2024 NC Science Festival. According to their website, the main goal of the yearly festival is to “help spread science education through exciting, educational, and fun hands-on science events. The educational, cultural, and financial impact of science affects all North Carolinians, and we want to make sure that continues through future generations.” They identify it as a period of celebration, as there is so much to cover to the point an entire month is needed to “do our state science celebration justice.”
The NC Science Festival has quite a diverse number of generous sponsors that make events like the Going Nuclear Escape Room possible. Sponsors for this festival include Duke Energy, RTI International, the Biogen Foundation, PBS North Carolina, and even Google.
For any further information about this event, contact the Cumberland County Public Library at 910-483-7727 ext. 1361. Information about this event is also available on the NC Science Festival’s official page at https://ncsciencefestival.org/events/going-nuclear-escape-room.