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"It has been, and still is, a hard time for many" Americans, President Obama said in Tuesday night's State of the Union address. "But tonight, we turn the page."

The Encore Theatre is set to kick off its 2022-2023 season with Bye Bye Birdie, September 16-18 & 23-25, and will be performed at Sunrise Theatre, 250 NW Broad St. Downtown Southern Pines. This wildly nostalgic musical tells the story of a rock star determined to boost his popularity with one last publicity stunt before entering the army . It's sure to have you dancing and singing along in your seat!

A loving send-up to 1950's small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful, high-energy score, bouncy teens, and a hilarious script, Bye Bye Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world.

"Even though the play takes place in the 1950's, it is still easy for us to relate to the story today. It has held up through generations. Not only young love and rock & roll, but it also relates to growing up from adolescence to teenagers" says Director Rhonda Brocki, "Bye Bye Birdie may be set in 1958, but it could also be set in 2022."

Commenting on the production of this toe-tapping classic, Kevin Dietzel, Sunrise Theater's Executive Director, said, "We've loved the idea of working with the Encore Center on a performance. In a community as tight-knit as ours, it is amazing to have neighbors in theatre who are friendly and willing to support each other. The Encore Center always produces high quality work, so we jumped at the opportunity for this partnership."

This fun-for-the-whole-family show is put on in partnership with MALES of Distinction. Founded in 2017, this organization provides mentoring programs for ages 8-18, teaching valuable life skills such as decision making and financial management. These incredible youth are helping put this show together any way they can, including serving as ushers for performances.

Opening Night will be Friday, September 16th at 7:30pm, and the show will play Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm as well as matinees on Saturdays & Sundays at 2pm through September 25th.

Tickets range from $17-$25 and can be purchased at www.sunrisetheater.com

"Bring the entire family along (virtually) for a painting workshop that celebrates multimedia artist Louis Delsarte. In honor of Black History Month we celebrate the impact of muralist, painter, and illustrator Louis Delsarte. Delsarte was most known for his mosaic murals, dynamically depicting Black people in the most vibrant colors. In addition to teaching art and exhibiting his work in many major institutions, Delsarte exalted Black culture through bold and layered paint strokes. Teaching artist Bryan Wilson guides participants through the history and style of Delsarte, followed by a hands-on painting activity during which participants will have the opportunity to share their final work. Although you can join us with any supplies you have, the supplies encouraged for participation in the workshop are below: Multi-colored construction paper A canvas board/panel or card stock paper (11 x 14 or 12 x 16 inches) A small spray bottle (you can buy one or recycle one from household products by cleaning it thoroughly) Q-tips A sharpie or black marker Scissors Glue stick Acrylic paint (red, yellow, blue, white and black) 1 to 2 flat brushes (medium sized) 1 to 2 small round brushes (for lines and details) Something to cover your workspace if needed (newspaper, towels, sheets, tarp, etc.) On Saturday February 20th at 12:00 pm, use the link below to join the workshop: https://ganttcenter.zoom.us/j/98615627333 ABOUT THE TEACHING ARTIST Bryan M. Wilson, MFA graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Studio Art and a Minor in Graphic Design from Morris Brown College. After graduation, he became an in-house graphic designer for the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, GA. Bryan and his wife relocated to Charlotte, where he began teaching art and obtained his teaching credentials at University of North Carolina-Charlotte. In 2012 Bryan decided to take his painting and picture-making abilities to another level by pursuing his MFA in Drawing/Painting at the Academy of Art University where he graduated in 2015. He is now exhibiting throughout the east coast, alongside other distinguished artists. He is currently showing work at the Gantt Center, Coffey and Thompson Gallery in Charlotte, NC and Foster’s Frame and Art in Huntersville, NC."

Is Starting a Business Right for You? Business Start-Up Series - 4 Sessions Session 2: Business Concept November 3, 2020) The first workshop focuses on your business concept and step-by-step guidance in researching your idea, your market, and your competition. At the end of the Business Concept Workshop, you are able to identify your target markets, describe your products and services, and collect key competitive information to support your feasibility plan. Session 3: Marketing Plan (November 10, 2020) The second workshop provides you with an introduction to marketing communication methods and tools to maximize your customer reach. The discussion in the Marketing Plan Workshop covers pricing strategies, positioning, the difference between features and benefits, and different marketing strategies. At the end of this session, you will know how to outline your marketing strategy, test your marketing message, choose the right sales channel, and exercise your marketing strategy. Session 4: Financial Projections (November 17, 2020) The third workshop uses exercises to help you better understand financial concepts. This session reviews sales and prices, financial risks and rewards, true start-up costs, ongoing operating expenses, setting benchmarks for tracking progress and the organization of all your financial information. Using a hands-on approach, you learn how to use our financial model to forecast sales revenue and build solid pro-forma financial forecasts. Session 5: Funding Sources and Next Steps (November 24, 2020) The final workshop offers information on how to finance your small business. In this session, discussions include sources of funds, accounting the six C’s of credit, banking relations, ratio analysis, and monthly preparation and review of financial statements. A bank loan officer will give an inside view of how a banker assesses the merit of business plans and loan application. At the end of the series, you have all the tools necessary to decide whether or not to launch your small business. Attend all four sessions for $150.00 (A second person from the same company is an additional $50.00) Registration: https://charlotte.score.org/event/virtual-simple-steps-starting-your-business-workshop-series-2-5-nov Zoom virtual workshop, login information provided upon registration

Nestled in the heart of Charlotte, NC, Home.Grown CLT blossoms as an artistic extravaganza. This festival is a tapestry woven with threads of the local creative community. It showcases and celebrates a variety of disciplines and demonstrations at Charlotte Art League this October 7th from 3-10pm.

From mesmerizing visual spectacles, to awe-inspiring performances and eclectic artisans, attendees are encouraged to explore and discover the various creatives of this city. Home.Grown CLT is more than just an event; it's a hub of innovation, collaboration, and inspiration. The festival provides a platform for artists and art lovers to come together, fostering a sense of unity that only the power of art can create.

Join us this Fall to celebrate and cultivate our uniquely artistic corner of the world.

Billie Holiday's unique vocal approach and advanced sense of rhythm made her one of the most important and influential vocalists in American History. Her relentless fight to be treated as an equal - as a musician, a female, and an African-American - made her one of the most important American figures in the 20th century. Join us as we detail how she developed her unique vocal style and how she blazed a trail for women and African-Americans that would pave the way for future generations.

Prime drinks have become a Gen Z status symbol, a prized social media prop for a certain brand of teen male. But they're causing jitters among pediatricians who say they pack scary caffeine levels.

Wednesday night's showcases blends the sounds of Haiti, India, Italy and the Indigenous people of North America.

Carole Soule is taking advantage of primary season to give New Hampshire's farming community more attention.

National Geographic photographer Nick Nichols calls the Congo Basin jungle of Africa The Last Place on Earth — the title of his new book detailing his adventures in the region.

The Apple co-founder's complicated story is the subject of The (R)evolution Of Steve Jobs, by composer Mason Bates and librettist Mark Campbell. It premieres Saturday in Santa Fe.

To business owners the word bankruptcy can mean failure. We visit a retailer in Charlotte, N.C., which tried to avoid the big failure. But bankruptcy might be the secret weapon of the U.S. economy.

Writer Olivia Laing recalls her days as an expatriate Brit in New York in her new book, a meditation on modern life and loneliness. It's a lonely read, too, but full of heart-piercing wisdom.

The beloved Americana duo is back with its first new album in a decade. Hear two early cuts from it, "War Child" and "Spittin' On Fire."

LISC is celebrating three years in Charlotte by continuing to raise funds to put back into communities.

As Scots vote on whether to become an independent country, Melissa Block checks in with the patrons of Nellie Dean's, a popular pub just a short walk from two polling places in Inverness.

Charming critics and audiences with New Threats From The Soul, his funny, loose, reference-packed album, the veteran Louisville musician is having an unlikely breakthrough at 40 years old.

Julia joined KUER in 2016 after a year reporting at the NPR member station in Reno, Nev. During her stint, she covered battleground politics, school overcrowding, and any story that would take her to the crystal blue shores of Lake Tahoe. Her work earned her two regional Edward R. Murrow awards. Originally from the mountains of Western North Carolina, Julia graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2008 with a degree in journalism. She’s worked as both a print and radio reporter in several states and several countries — from the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Dakar, Senegal. Her curiosity about the American West led her to take a spontaneous, one-way road trip to the Great Basin, where she intends to continue preaching the gospel of community journalism, public radio and podcasting. In her spare time, you’ll find her hanging with her beagle Bodhi, taking pictures of her food and watching Patrick Swayze movies.

Caitlin Dickerson is an NPR News Investigative Reporter. She tackles long-term reporting projects that reveal hidden truths about the world, and contributes to breaking news coverage on NPR's flagship programs. Her work has been honored with some of the highest awards in broadcast journalism, including a George Foster Peabody Award and an Edward R. Murrow Award. In 2015, Dickerson was also a finalist for the Livingston Award.

Bobby Carter is a leader on the Tiny Desk Concerts team for NPR Music. He's brought an ever growing roster of big names and emerging artists through NPR's HQ to squeeze behind the desk of All Songs Considered host Bob Boilen and record standout performances, including Usher, Mac Miller, Noname, Anderson.Paak and H.E.R.