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The English-Speaking Union<\/h5>\n \n
Colonial NC Branch<\/div>\n \n

Celebrating 50 Years of ESU in New Bern and Eastern NC
\n1976-2026<\/p>\n

The English-Speaking Union\u2019s diverse educational programs are the hallmark of our mission. Our programs highlight the broad base audience we serve\u2014students, educators, English-language learners, new immigrants, and members.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/h3>\n \n

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Unknown Tales Lurking in the New Bern Historic District<\/a><\/h2>October 21 @ 11:30 am<\/span> – October 22 @ 1:00 pm<\/span> UTC+0 <\/span><\/span>

Learn some very interesting facts about our community from Lindsey Able at Bear Feet Street Tours! This is an ESU Members only luncheon with selections of baked ziti, lasagna or<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Poet Sheena Powell shares “Tuskegee Airmen” from Polyhymnia<\/a><\/h2>November 7 @ 12:00 pm<\/span> – 1:30 pm<\/span> UTC+0 <\/span><\/span>

This Veteran’s Day themed luncheon features a reading by Sheena Powell from her newly published book of poetry, Polyhymnia. She will discuss her relationship with members of the Tuskegee Airmen<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Holiday Dinner and Choral Celebration<\/a><\/h2>December 15 @ 5:30 pm<\/span> – 8:00 pm<\/span> UTC+0 <\/span><\/span>

Join ESU and the New Bern High School Advanced Choir in this holiday celebration. Venue details will be posted in October. This event is for members only.<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>