2B THE NEWS-TIMES Sunday, Jan. 5, 2014 At County Public Libraries Carteret County Public a.m. Wednesday and Time for Library, 1702 Live Oak St., Toddlers, for ages 18 months to Beaufort, 728-2050. 3 years old, is at 10 a.m. Friday. Public Library, Cape Carteret: Storytime 320 Salter Path Road, Suite W., with Ms. Anna for ages 3- Pine Knoll Shores, 247-4660. 5 is at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday; Down East Public Library, BOOKENDS is at 4 p.m. 702 Highway 70, Otway, 728- Tuesday; Anime Club is 5 p.m. 1333. Tuesday; Z-Factor Productions Newport Public Library, 210 is at 4:15 p.m. Thursday; and Howard Blvd., Newport, 223- Gaming at 3 p.m. Friday. 5108. Newport: Book Worms Western Carteret Public Book Club for third through Library, 230 Taylor Notion fifth grades is at 3:30 p.m. Road, Cape Carteret, 393-6500. Monday; Preschool Read-to- me Storytime for ages 3-5 is Happenings at 10 a.m. Tuesday; and Book Beaufort: Let’s Talk About It Buddies Book Club for kinder- begins at 7 p.m. Jan. 13 with garten through second grade is Nan Miller of Meredith College at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. who will discuss Charlotte Pine Knoll Shores: Preschool Bronte’s Jane Eyre. This is the Storytime, “Winter Wear,” is at first session of the Let’s Talk 10 a.m. Thursday. About It series, “Mad Women in the Attic.” Elizabeth Priddy Art exhibits of Beaufort 7-8:30 p.m. Jan. 15, Beaufort: Elizabeth Priddy will demonstrate Chinese brush will exhibit her paintings, clay painting, calligraphy and water pieces and hanging art this color painting on rice paper, month. In the display cabinet, including subjects on display Marge Echols will display her at the library during the month collection of beaded flowers. of January. Jan. 18 is Young Cape Carteret: Eileen Artist’s Day at the library. From Williams’ art quilts will be hang- 2-3 p.m., come explore your ing this month at the Western creative side with a free lesson Carteret Library in an exhibition from a local artist. This event titled, “Coastal Fiber.” She is a Sand dollars undergo several developmental stages before becoming the flat, round, cookie-shaped animals we recog- is for elementary-aged children professional quilt artist who has nize. A white sand dollar is the skeleton of a dead sand dollar. (N.C. Aquariums photo) and their guardians. exhibited nationally and interna- Cape Carteret: Let’s Talk tionally. Her quilts are hanging About It begins at 7 p.m. Jan. in many private and public set- 14 with Bill DiNome of UNC- tings, to include the Lineberger Wilmington coming to discuss Cancer Center, UNC, Chapel Azar Nafisi’s Reading Lolita in Hill. Tehran. This is the first ses- Newport: The display case sion of the Let’s Talk About will celebrate new beginnings It series, “Divergent Cultures.” by featuring the first novels in The Book Cottage is open 2-4 popular mystery series. p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays Pine Knoll Shores: The Art and at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Gallery at the Bogue Banks first and third Saturdays of each Public Library will feature this month. Hardbacks are $1, and month the colorful acrylic paint- paperbacks are 25 cents or 50 ings and collages of Morehead cents. City resident Tim Bradford. He Q. How do sand dollars reproduce? animals known as echinoderms, meaning Live sand dollars should never be col- Newport: In the children’s set up an art gallery in the par- A. These disk-shaped animals live in “spiny-skinned.” lected. When alive, the sand dollar’s spines library, there will be a medi- ish hall at St. Francis by the Sea colonies and reproduce by releasing eggs Like urchins, starfish, sea cucumbers are in constant motion to move it along eval celebration with stories of in Salter Path five years ago. and sperm into the water. As a rule, when and other members of this group, sand dol- and enable it to burrow into sand. knights, dragons and castles. The exhibits are changed every one individual begins to spawn, all the oth- lars feed largely on organic matter mixed For a look at a live sand dollar on the Our young readers will create month. The display cases will ers do likewise. among sand grains. move, watch a time-lapse video at www. coat-of-arms shields, juggling feature the intricate pine needle Simultaneous spawning greatly increas- The mouth is on the underside of the youtube.com/watch?v=SRAfjvws13E. balls, stained glass and a fire- woven baskets by Sandi Malone. es the chances of fertilization and continu- body and contains five teeth used for Discover more fascinating facts about breathing dragon. She has always been involved ation of the species. grinding. ’s aquatic environments by Pine Knoll Shores: Join the with pottery, needlework and Spawning usually takes place spring The burrowing habit of these flat, round visiting the aquariums on , folks at the Bogue Banks Library woodwork. Pine needle baskets through August and likely occurs multiple animals makes them difficult to see in the at Fort Fisher and at Pine Knoll Shores, or 3-4 p.m. Friday. represent an art that has existed times. shallow waters where they live. Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head. as long as people and pine trees Females can produce more than 350,000 Most beachgoers are familiar with the Information provided by the N.C. Children’s activities have shared the earth. She com- eggs per year. smooth, white, fragile sand dollars found Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. The state Beaufort: Storytime pro- bines pine needles with gourds, The fertilized eggs drift in ocean cur- washed up on beaches. operates three public aquariums: one in gram for 3-5 year olds is at 10 ceramic bases and driftwood. rents for many weeks as they undergo a These are skeletons of former live sand Pine Knoll Shores, another at Fort Fisher number of developmental changes – none dollars and are prized finds. Their white and a third on Roanoke Island, as well as of which are recognizable as a sand dol- color comes from having been bleached Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head. lar. by the sun. The facilities are administered by the Ferry Division raises donations During this time, thousands are con- By gently shaking the fragile shell, you N.C. Department of Environment and sumed by a wide variety of sea life. can often hear their five teeth rattling inside. Natural Resources and are designed to The State Employees Combined opinionated and even if they know Those that reach full development settle Live sand dollars, on the other hand, inspire appreciation and conservation of Campaign (SECC) once again deep down you are right, they on the seafloor to become exact miniatures are dark brown, or sometimes purplish or North Carolina’s aquatic environments. raised money this year for many don’t budge,” she laughed, “but of their parents. greenish, and covered with short, nearly For more information, log on to ncaquar- charities in North Carolina. that is ok, I know where they are Sand dollars are members of a group of invisible, bristly spines. iums.com, or call 800-832-FISH. Gov. Jim Hunt established the coming from.” SECC in 1984 as a federated cam- She explained that she gives paign to allow state employees to locally and “you hear so many support charities that have been negative things in our society of reviewed and approved for par- organizations taking from people Hospital gallery to feature photography ticipation. and not giving back, but this one All state divisions, agencies and just seemed right.” The Cassie Howe Algeo cation, he continued expand- universities that participated raised That is exactly what happened Gallery will feature this month ing his experience serving as $1,364,126 at last report. The N.C. at the Cedar Island ferry terminal. the photography of Morehead program director for a cable TV Department of Transportation, It started with an employee ask- City resident Bill Ward. station for six years. which raised $145,013, has about ing if the money they had collected The hospital art gallery While there, he was involved 71 divisions, institutes and offic- for the passing of his father could is in the hallway of Carteret in all sorts of production, and es. go towards Alzheimer’s. General Hospital, near the his studio received three cable The SECC coordinator this year When the realization that 90 cafeteria, just by the Arendell ACE nominations, competing for the Ferry Division, Menzette percent of the money goes directly Street entrance. against much larger systems Chadwick who works at the Cedar to the charity picked, the “passion” These shows are free and nationwide. Island ferry terminal, said this was was on, Ms. Chadwick said. open to the public at all times. Mr. Ward has taught pho- the best year she has ever seen in Then to make it even more Most of the works are for tography through the N.C. her 15 years with the division. interesting, the shifts that oper- sale. Purchase can be arranged Community College system and “We as the division collected ate the ferry — Shift A under through the Hospital Human led various workshops on pho- $12,940 so it was a huge success manager Gail Hunnings and Shift Resources Department. tography and graphic design. for us,” Ms. Chadwick said. B under manager Heather Fuchs The artist has provided the He has won awards in the “The campaign starts in July, but — decided to see who could raise following information. Carteret County Art from even with a late start in September the most and the friendly competi- Born in Hertford, Mr. Ward the Heart competition as we came in second in the depart- tion began. began his interest in photogra- well as the Onslow County ment and third statewide. This was Shift A came in with $8,355.50 phy working on the high school Arts Council and was one of just an awesome feeling to add to from selling shrimp burgers, light yearbook, followed by four the original members of the Works like this photograph, “Swamp Mist,” by Morehead the whole experience and we look rolls, cheese biscuits, clam chow- years on the college newspa- Carteret County Arts & Crafts City resident Bill Ward will be on display in Carteret General forward to next year and to start der, shrimp stew, chili and loads of per. Studying commercial art Coalition. Hospital’s Cassie Howe Algeo Gallery this month. The show early,” she added. crafts and a drawing. and audiovisual technology His work has a pleasing style is free and open to the public at all times, and most work will She said the success is due to Shift B came in with $3,964.50 only added to his interest in all with strong composition and be for sale. (Contributed photo) the understanding of the program from their fish fry and barbecue, things creative. interesting subjects and primari- she gained after attending a semi- light rolls, biscuits and loads of After graduating, he had ly is taken from the world around Mr. Ward currently works You can see more of his nar in Greenville. crafts. a 12-year stint in the N.C. him, concentrating mainly on as the director of commu- work by visiting Crystal “The theme this year was The charities benefiting from Community College system as landscapes and natural things nity relations for Carteret- Images on Facebook. ‘Follow Your Passion’ and that is these donations are: Alzheimer’s a graphic artist and then as an but also some portraiture. Craven Electric Cooperative For more information exactly what hit me and several Foundation, Ronald McDonald audiovisual technician, which Mr. Ward maintains that good and owns his own business, about the Arts for the Hospital of our employees this year,” she House, St Jude’s Children’s provided a wealth of learning composition can be found with Crystal Images, which pro- Committee, contact Mary said. Hospital, Abused Children’s experiences across the state. any subject and should be the duces videos, graphic design Ann Harris at 504-0720 or She said a true understanding of Fund and the Duke’s Children’s Following his tenure in edu- key element with any artwork. and photography. [email protected]. the program was never fully con- Hospital. veyed to the employees until this Other operations able to year when she heard stories from donate were Southport, Ocracoke, those that have relied on chari- Hatteras and Manns Harbor ties like The Ronald McDonald Shipyard with straight out dona- N.C. Maritime Museum to offer bevy of programs House, which SECC supports. tions, collection jars and a dunking N.C. Maritime Museum in conversation between whalers www.museumfriends.org. Seashore and other great bird- As a result, it became more booth that caused a lot of laughter Beaufort is starting 2014 with a or to visit with another ship Proceeds help support the watching spots in between. personal for her and she tried to at the shipyard. series of educational events. while at sea. Admission is free, operations of the Friends of the Museum staff will partner convey that message throughout Other charities chosen where, One of the first items on the and reservations are preferred. N.C. Maritime Museum. with the Core Sound Waterfowl the division with emails and phone American Cancer Society, calendar is the Brown Bag Gam Next is the third-annual Ornithologists can explore Museum and Heritage Center calls. Baptist Children’s Home, noon to 1 p.m. Thursday about Clam Chowder Cook-off 6 to the coast with the museum dur- to serve as field guides and “I knew it was a challenge and American Vet’s Dogs, Wellness the U.S. Lifesaving Service in 8 p.m. Jan. 17. Four volun- ing the Coastal Culture and travel hosts. Pointy pintails, a hurdle to get the true reason Foundation, Children’s Hospital North Carolina. teer guest clam chowder cooks Waterfowl Watching Excursion bashful buffleheads, mergan- for this organization and how we of Kings Daughter, and Wounded During your lunch hour, join will compete at the Harvey W. Jan. 21-22. sers and other feathered friends as state employees could impact Warriors. Associate Museum Curator Smith Watercraft Center. Thousands of snow geese can be observed. across to them but I had to try,” Cherry Branch and Ocracoke Benjamin Wunderly for an Participants can enjoy a tast- and tundra swan are common The birding trip includes an she said. employees also donated by buy- informal discussion on the ing-sized portion of each of the sights while they winter in overnight stay in Nags Head. Not only did she try, she did ing bowls of the chili and clam history of the U.S. Lifesaving four chowders and then vote Eastern North Carolina. with a lot of them. chowder and crafts from Cedar Space is limited, and regis- Service in North Carolina. for their favorite. In addition The N.C. Maritime Museum “There are still a lot of skeptics, Island. tration, $65, is required. Hotel The small crews of this ser- to clam chowder, the event will in Beaufort will offer an heck I was for years, actually 14 To all who participated Ms. vice, the predecessor to the U.S. host a cornbread taste-off. overnight excursion to pro- accommodations and meals are years, but when I believe in some- Chadwick said she can’t thank Coast Guard, rescued hundreds Tickets, $30 for nonmem- vide a close-up look of these not included. thing my ‘passion’ comes out, “ everyone enough, especially those of sailors in a time when most bers and $25 for Friends birds. Visitors will travel to Call the museum at 728- she said. “Sometimes that is a good who purchased tickets, food, crafts people traveled by water. members, are available at the Lake Mattamuskeet Wildlife 7317 for details. thing and it moves people, and and those who just jumped in to Gam is defined as a friendly Museum Store or online at Refuge, National See Museum / Page 3B other times they decide you are too volunteer their time and talents.

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