FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Jameesha Harris
Interim President
YUP of ENC
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Kickin’ It with the Candidates: YUP Hosts Nonpartisan Community Kickback for New Bern
New Bern, NC — July 23rd, 2025 — The Young Urban Professionals of Eastern North Carolina (YUP) invites the community to Kickin’ It with the Candidates, a free, family-friendly kickback at Fort Totten Park on Saturday, August 30th, 2025, from 4:30–8:00 PM.
This event is designed to bring neighbors and candidates together in a relaxed, approachable setting — no speeches, no podiums, just good food, fun games, and real conversations. Attendees can enjoy kickball, music, a grill, games (including a spades table), and a chance to engage with some of the candidates running to lead New Bern.
“We wanted to create a space where voters and candidates can meet on common ground — outside of formal settings — to connect, laugh, and have real conversations about the future of our city,” said Jameesha Harris, Interim President of YUP.
Event Details:
📍 Where: Fort Totten Park, 632 Fort Totten Dr, New Bern, NC
📅 When: Saturday, August 30th, 2025 | 4:30–8:00 PM
☔ Rain Date: Saturday, September 6th, 2025
The event is free and open to the public, and candidates are encouraged to attend, bring their families or teams, and enjoy a meaningful evening with the community.
About YUP
Young Urban Professionals of Eastern North Carolina (YUP) was founded to create intentional spaces where young professionals, creatives, and community leaders — particularly from marginalized communities — can be seen, supported, and mobilized. YUP’s mission is to empower our community through civic education, leadership development, and connection.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, YUP does not endorse or oppose any candidate for public office. This event is strictly nonpartisan and intended to foster open dialogue and civic engagement.
For more information or media inquiries, please contact:
Jameesha Harris
Interim President
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