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Put Your Historical Knowledge to the Test at the Civil War Quiz Bowl by ERINN CRIDER The American Civil War was a defining moment people, to more obscure facts. The prizes for the for this country. The bloodshed was astounding, competition are usually Barnes and Noble gift but commitment to ideals was unwavering. cards, given with the intent of supporting the thirst Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the for Civil War knowledge. Prizes are given to two Civil War is a favorite era of history buffs. In categories: student and adult. The student category Fayetteville, there are many opportunities to learn is for those participating who are 16 and under. about and explore the history of the American This event is a tradition in the community. Civil War. Every year there are reenactments, For the past thirteen years, Civil War enthusiasts complete with costumes and cannons. The public have enjoyed testing their knowledge with the can watch the different battles and even ask Museum of the Cape Fear. There are a few new questions afterwards. There is also a venue to test aspects to look forward to in this year's event, Civil War knowledge — the Civil War Quiz Bowl. though. Methodist University is a cosponsor and The Civil War Quiz Bowl is great for those with has invited the museum to host the event on its years of experience and also those who are new campus. "This year, for the first time, we are to the scene. It is a great place to test knowledge making most of the questions multiple choice, true — and gain some, too. "For Civil War history or false and fill in the blank. Even some of the fill in The Civil War Quiz Bowl is a worthwhile educational event for buffs who have been reading books and visiting the blank questions have multiple choice answers history buffs of all ages. sites most of their lives, they will get to put their to choose from," said Greathouse. "This change is knowledge to the test. They'll see that all that based on feedback from contestants who were too studying as a hobby has paid off in a way that lets them determine how much quickly eliminated by questions that were for more than the armchair historian. they really know. Contestants will ask to choose a category. They will be asked We think that we have made the quiz bowl more inviting for people with all a question from that category. If they get it correct, obviously they remain in the levels of knowledge whom have a chance to give each other a run for their game. If they get it wrong, they receive a strike. Contestants get three strikes money, so to speak." before they are out of the contest. As a spectator, people can expect to learn The Civil War Quiz Bowl is on Jan. 23 in the Yarborough Auditorium in Clark some trivia, secretly indulge their own curiosity as to how much they know and Hall on the Methodist University Campus. Methodist University is be entertained. If they watch game shows on TV, this will be very similar but located at 5400 Ramsey St. The competition begins at 6:30 p.m., the action will be live," said Leisa Greathouse the curator of education at the and is open to the public. For more ERINN CRIDER, Staff Writer. COMMuseum of the Cape Fear. information visit http://www.ncdcr. MENTS? Editor@upandcomingweekly. The Quiz Bowl has 10 categories with 25 questions each. The categories gov/ncmcf/Events.aspx or call 486com. cover a wide rage of Civil War Topics, from generals, to battles and significant 1330. Admission is free. Experiencing Culture Through African-American Art by JOSE GREEN Every year the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County and the Friends of African and African-American Art team up to put together a top-notch exhibit for the area. Dont miss "A Celebration of African-American Art" at the Arts Council from Jan. 24-March 1. "In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, the free exhibition will feature a wonderful private collection from a prominent local collector of African-American art," said Mary Kinney, marketing director of the Arts Council. "It will be open six days a week from 7-9 p.m." The exhibition opens in conjunction with the Arts Council's 4th Friday celebration: a downtown tradition where people of all ages enjoy the art and entertainment that Fayetteville has to offer. Featured artists, exhibits, refreshments and entertainment are all combined to bring everyone the art of Fayetteville free of charge. Bistro's, bookstores, galleries and shops in the four and a half blocks of historic downtown Fayetteville become artistic venues and feature the arts in all forms. A special membership category devoted to the endeavor of the FAAA has been developed by the Arts Council, in which the members benefit from invitations to Friends meetings and social events, as well as invitations to special lectures that pertain to African-American art by local, national and international prominent artists and scholars. Through this membership category, the FAAA is also afforded the opportunity to raise public awareness and appreciation for African-American art by way of exhibits, educational programs and social events. Anyone interested in becoming a member must either be a current Arts Council member or join at the $35 level or higher to be eligible for the FAAA membership category. While the mission is to raise public awareness and appreciation for the artistic WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM legacy of indigenous Africans and people of African displacement, the primary focus of this membership category is to fund an annual exhibit for Black History Month and develop a schedule of informative events and activities to occur during the month, as well as throughout the year. Every fourth Friday of the month, starting at 6 p.m., the Downtown Alliance office has free fanatics cards that show the latest deals and a full list of 4th Friday events when the QR code on the back is scanned. One of these events featured on the card includes the exhibit at Cape Fear Studios, where works by Barton Hatcher will be on display, as well as works by special visiting pottery artists Charles and Linda Riggs. For more information, visit www.theartscouncil.com. For Cape Fear Studios, visit www.capefearstudios.com. For the Downtown Alliance, call 910-222-3382, or visit www.faydta.org. Although the Headquarters Library has no special events scheduled on Jan. 24, many of its branches in the surrounding area plan to host events for children and young adults. Fascinate-U Children's Museum makes 4th Friday fun for the whole family with fun activities for the kids and free admission from 7-9 p.m. This month, the featured craft is "Mix and Match Sports Time," where kids can make a sports-related puzzle. Find out more about Fascinate-U at www. fascinate-u.com. The Fayetteville Area Transportation and Local History Museum features unique exhibit year round that tell the story of Fayetteville through different lenses. The museum is open during JOSE´GREEN, Intern, COM4th Friday. Call 433-1457 for more MENTS? Editor@upandcomininformation. gweekly.com. JANUARY 15-21, 2014 UCW 7