Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Brunswick Community College Makes Learning Fun and Delicious

Coastal Region Of North Carolina Paula Dean
Published on September 27, 2011

One of North Carolina’s best college towns delivers big enriching programs and celebrity sightings such as Paula Dean. On October 15th, Paula Dean will visit students at Brunswick Community College sharing her inspirational life's story at a fund raising scholarship luncheon. VIP luncheon attendees at the Odell Williamson Auditorium will receive an autographed copy of her book the Southern Cooking Bible and free tickets to the NC Oyster Festival taking place the same weekend.

The Odell Williamson Auditorium is a state of the art facility which seats 1,500 people. In addition to the Paula Dean luncheon in the coastal region of North Carolina, a sampling of Performing Art Series events scheduled at the campus this winter season include: The President’s Own United States Marine Band, The Taylor Two Dance Company, Chamber Orchestra Kremlin, The Harry James Orchestra, Women of Ireland and more.

Also at the Brunswick Community College campus, The Brunswick Institute of Lifelong Learning ( B.I.L.L.). Courses at the Brunswick Institute are specifically designed for adults who enjoy learning new skills while meeting new friends who live in the area. Brunswick County in Wilmington has repeatedly been named one of the best college towns for those searching for Wilmington NC real estate. The non-credited courses at Brunswick Community College include:

  • Travel
  • Writing
  • Clay Sculpture
  • Stained Glass
  • Basic Sewing
  • Cake Decorating
  • Basket Weaving
  • Pottery
  • Painting
  • Jewelry Making
  • Genealogy
  • Sign Language
  • Flower Arranging
  • Bridge
  • Languages

Also impressive on campus is the 55,000 square foot Dinah E Gore Fitness and Aquatic Center. Comprehensive wellness programs are offered at the facility. Two swimming pools, an aerobics studio, fitness center and full gymnasium are a few of the amenities at the wellness center. Annual membership for seniors is as low as $27 a month plus a one time annual membership fee. For more information about Brunswick Community College, visit the college’s website at brunswickcc.edu.

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