Liberty Point Blog
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Valentine's Day is Almost Here. Check Out These Specials!
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and we know you are looking for ways to treat your sweetie! The Fayetteville area has many great restaurants and locations around town good enough for that special someone in your life and we encourage you check out some of the great local places in and around town!
Enjoy Fayetteville's New Antiquing Trail
The South is rich with amazing history, and Fayetteville and Cumberland County is no exception to this. And with more and more families deciding to keep their roots here in greater Fayetteville, family treasures are easy to come by. That’s if you know where to look for them!
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Celebrations
Martin Luther King, Jr. was many things in his lifetime. A clergyman. An activist. A Nobel Peace Prize winner. A prominent leader in the fight against Civil Rights in our country. We all know who he is, as it’s no wonder that he is a national icon in the United States. Every year on the third Monday of January, we recognize this legend and the advancements that he helped make for our country.
Fayetteville is no different in celebrating this man and what he has done. A number of organizations around Cumberland County take part in honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. If you can, please take the time to attend one of these events. They will be an uplifting experience & are appropriate for the entire family. Check out these great events:
Holiday Travel Tips!
With the holidays fast upon us, many of you are heading out of town to visit family and friends in various parts of the country. Whether you’re travelling by air or by land (or possibly by sea!), make sure you check out the following tips to make sure you are protected during this busy time!
Holiday Events 2011
Fayetteville/Cumberland County, NC, has a holiday events calendar filled with activities for the whole family. From special events to performances to festivals, this Southern military town is the perfect place to get into the Christmas spirit this year.
The Botanical Gardens Have Been Invaded!
The Cape Fear Botanical Gardens have been taken over by some pretty big bugs, but don’t worry – that 1,200 pound Praying Mantis won’t hurt you! Nor will the other nine large insects that have placed themselves around the Garden’s 77 acres.
Military through the Ages:
This article provided courtesy of Chris Woodson at the Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex.
Saturday, May 21, Armed Forces Day, the Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex will pay tribute to our nation’s military history with Military through the Ages: A March through History. Taking place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., this free event will feature living history presentations, educational programs, and entertainment. Guest speakers will discuss battlefield archaeology and the history of African Americans in our armed forces.
A Month long Salute to the Military
Each May, Fayetteville and Cumberland county salutes soldiers, veterans and their families with a series of events titled “31 Day Salute.” As the first sanctuary community for members of the military, its no surprise that our community takes a month to show our enthusiastic appreciation, respect and support for those who served in the armed forces.
Geocaching, Anyone?
Trail Trek is a unique, fun and family friendly way to learn more about the Greater Fayetteville community.
NC Veterans Park to Open July 4, 2011
On July 4, 2011 North Carolina’s Veteran’s park will open in downtown Fayetteville beside the Airborne & Special Operations Museum. The park’s theme is “A Veteran’s Journey: life before, during and after service.”
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