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SUMMARY:Main Street Greeneville: Scarecrows of Main
DESCRIPTION:Public voting for Main Street Greeneville’s twelfth annual “Scarecrows of Main” competition is now open.  Vote for your favorite scarecrows\, in all categories\, via the following link at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TNTT6L2 or by dropping off your votes to the Main Street office at 310 S Main Street.  Use the Entry Number or display name to cast your vote.  There are several categories so pick your favorites. Voting remains open through Sunday\, October 24th.  There are 8 different categories:  Residential\, group/organization\, business or youth.  Votes will be tabulated based on the category selected on the entry form. Twenty-five scarecrows are entered in this year’s contest which is sponsored by Broyles General Store located at 730 West Main St. The winner in each category will receive a $25.00 Broyles General Store gift certificate\, a winner’s certificate and bragging rights. Winning entries will be so marked and identified. \n\nOne overall winner will be judged virtually by out of area judges. \n\nWhere are they? \n  \nThe display area includes the eighteen block downtown area known as the Main Street District along with Main Street from the 11E Bypass to Crescent School. \n\nEntries may be found at: 607 W Main St; 510 W Main St; 409 W Main St; multiple entries at 310 S Main St. (Andrew Johnson Complex); AJ Homestead\, S Main St; 201 S Main St; 102 S Main St; 101 W Summer St; 125 W Summer St; 255 W Summer St; 248 W Depot St; 124 N Main St; 214 N Main St; 216 N Main St; 218 N Main St; 104 N College St; and 115 Academy St \n\nAll entries will be on display to the public from now to Friday\, November 5th. \n\nMichael Reneau\, Event Chairman with Main Street: Greeneville said\, “We hope folks will come to downtown Greeneville to enjoy community members’ creativity again in the ’Scarecrows of Main’ event. Thank you to the business\, groups\, and individuals who help us enjoy autumn. Come see the scarecrows\, pick your favorites\, and vote at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TNTT6L2.”
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/main-street-greeneville-scarecrows-of-main/
LOCATION:Downtown Greeneville\, 108 N. Irish St.\, Greeneville\, TN\, 37743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Children's Activities,General,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T120000
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CREATED:20211019T173226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T173226Z
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SUMMARY:Carter Mansion Tours 
DESCRIPTION:Carter Mansion Tours\nNovember 6\, 20 11:00 am\nPrice: Adults – $9.00; Ages 7 to 17 years – $5.00; 6 and under free\nTax included Max:  6\nRegistration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals\nJoin Interpreter Slade Nakoff for a tour of Tennessee’s oldest frame house! Discover the secrets of this elegant\nfrontier home and learn the history of the family who built it between 1775 and 1780.\n*The Carter Mansion is located at 1031 Broad Street\, Elizabethton\, TN 37643\n*Accessibility to the home includes steps and an interior staircase.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/carter-mansion-tours/2021-11-06/
LOCATION:Carter Mansion\, 1031 Broad St\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Historical Events,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
CREATED:20211019T173501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T173501Z
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SUMMARY:Living History Weekend at Fort Watauga
DESCRIPTION:Living History Weekends at Fort Watauga\nNovember 6\, 7\, 20\, 21\, 27\, 28 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nStop in for an afternoon visit at Fort Watauga and join a member of our interpretive staff as they demonstrate a\nparticular aspect of colonial frontier life. From 18 th century woodworking and musket demonstrations\, to open\nhearth cooking or quill pen writing. You never know what may be going on at the fort. Come by\, check it out\,\nand take a step back in time.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/living-history-weekend-at-fort-watauga/2021-11-06/
LOCATION:TN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Historical Events,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
CREATED:20210915T133857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T133857Z
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SUMMARY:Warriors' Path State Park: Intro to Map & Compass
DESCRIPTION:Nov 11 – INTRO TO MAP & COMPASS \nGo “old school” with your land navigation skills! Learn to use these classic outdoor tools to find your way across the landscape. \nMore detailed information about each of these nature discovery opportunities on our park website: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/warriors-path \n 
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/warriors-path-state-park-intro-to-map-compass/
LOCATION:Warrior’s Path State Park\, 490 Hemlock Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37663\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Outdoors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211115
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
CREATED:20211019T173620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T173620Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Autumn Heritage Festival\nNovember 13 th & 14 th \nThe year may be drawing to a close\, but we aren’t going to let it pass without one more festive weekend at Fort \nWatauga! Events for the days include…… \nColonial Harvest Celebration\nSaturday\, November 13 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nSunday\, November 14 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\nJoin the festivities at Fort Watauga as the Washington County Militia gather to celebrate recent victories in the\nWar for Independence and give thanks for a bountiful harvest. Enjoy demonstrations of 18 th century life and\nliving history presentations.\nFall Fiber Show\nSaturday\, November 13 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nSunday\, November 14 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\nFall is the time we plan our winter projects and our handmade holiday gifts! Spend a day visiting our regions\nfinest fiber producers and artists! The day will include workshops vendors with handmade items for sale\, raw\nfibers\, and demonstrations of spinning\, weaving\, and more!
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/autumn-heritage-festival/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Children's Activities,Festivals,Food/Drink,General,Historical Events,Outdoors,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:A Christmas Story at Barter Theatre
DESCRIPTION:ABINGDON\, Va.— Today Barter Theatre announced their winter holiday season\, which includes A Christmas Story\, The Twelve Dates of Christmas\, and Jingle All the Way. A Christmas Story will be showing indoors at Gilliam stage from November 18th to December 29th\, while the other two productions will be shown at the Moonlite Drive-In for the entirety of their respective runs. The Twelve Dates of Christmas will run from November 26th to December 23rd\, and Jingle All the Way will be performed by the Barter Players from December 3rd to the 23rd. \nA Christmas Story follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle— while he seems to be rebuffed at every turn! Jingle All the Way also follows the journey of an underestimated protagonist\, Jangle the Elf\, who is the twin brother of Santa’s #1 helper at the North Pole; Will he be able to prove himself and save Christmas all at the same time? The Twelve Dates of Christmas is a raucous one-woman show\, which turns the classic Christmas show experience on its head! After all\, how can one be in a holly jolly mood after catching their fiance kissing someone else on live television during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade? \nProducing Artistic Director of Barter Theatre\, Katy Brown\, is thrilled to be bringing Christmas back to the Gilliam Stage\, as well as sharing shows at the Moonlite Drive-In. “We are very excited to offer both viewing experiences for our patrons. It’s such a magical time of year for so many people\, and we’re proud to be a part of our community’s cherished traditions. There’s nothing like Barter at Christmas!” \nPatrons can purchase tickets for Barter’s Christmas season beginning on September 22nd\, as well as find out more information about safety measures being put into place\, by visiting Barter’s website: www.bartertheatre.com
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/a-christmas-story/2021-11-18/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211120T170000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Homeschool Days
DESCRIPTION:  The Holiday Spirit isn’t only a modern concept! History is full of fun traditions that go from a simple song to decorating the White House with grand trees and lights. Our Holiday Homeschool Day is just the ticket to filling your day with some fun history and crafts just in time for this joyous time of year!\nNovember 20th from 10am – 4pm\, we will be hosting our Holiday Homeschool Day. This is our original Homeschool Days\, with a holiday twist. Children will be able to participate in different crafts than our Spring and Summer events\, learn about 18th-century daily life\, and make holiday gifts or keepsakes.\nCrafts available will be punched tin ornaments\, making corn husk angels\, snow globe ornaments\, stocking making\, and sock snowmen. For the littlest ones we will be offering jingle bell ornament making.\nWe also invite you to come out and visit the original homestead of the Capital of the Southwest Territory from 1790 – 1792. Tours of the historic house and site will be ongoing throughout the day.\nSign up and register for a time slot for the classes available.\nAdmission is $4 for adults\, $5 for children\, and $3 per craft\, per child.\nFor more information visit our website at https://rockymountmuseum.com/holiday-school-days/
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/holiday-homeschool-days/
LOCATION:Rocky Mount State Historic Site\, 200 Hyder Hill Rd.\, Piney Flats\, TN\, 37686\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Children's Activities,General,Historical Events,Storytelling,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Rocky Mount State Historic Site":MAILTO:info@rockymountmuseum.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
CREATED:20211108T150255Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Bristol Christmas Open House
DESCRIPTION:Ready or not\, it’s time to GET INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT! Believe in Bristol will again sponsor the Annual Christmas Open House in Historic Downtown Bristol on Monday\, November 22\, 2021\, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm.\nCome kick off the holiday season with merriment and good cheer! Santa Claus will be giving out candy canes\, Bristol Ballet will have dancers in costume\, there will be carolers amongst the early Christmas shoppers!\nLast\, but certainly not least\, a holiday favorite has returned — Horse & Carriage Rides! Come to the Downtown Center (Farmer’s Market) to catch your ride through downtown\, $5 per person. \n“We look forward each year to showcasing our beautiful downtown to the community and surrounding areas. Our Believe in Bristol Downtown Open House is the perfect way to ‘kick-off’ the holiday season. This event offers something to every age\, and we hope the attendees will feel the warmth and hospitality of Bristol” said Maggie Bishop\, Believe in Bristol Executive Director. \nBe sure to keep a look out for your favorite decorated window as the downtown merchants will be participating in the Merry Merchants Window Decorating Contest. \nThe Open House has traditionally been a customer appreciation night when merchants stay open late\, have special discounts\, and refreshments are served at participating locations. Join us and support your downtown shops; it’s a great way to stimulate our local economy and find special one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your holiday list. Don’t miss an evening planned for the entire family’s enjoyment
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/downtown-bristol-christmas-open-house-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Bristol\, Bristol\, TN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Children's Activities,Festivals,Food/Drink,General,Shopping
ORGANIZER;CN="Believe in Bristol":MAILTO:info@birthplaceofcountrymusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
CREATED:20211122T141850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211122T141850Z
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SUMMARY:Bristol: Christmas Open House
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnnual Christmas Open House\nMonday – November 22nd\n5:30 – 8:30 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady or not\, it’s time to GET INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT!\n\nCome kick off the holiday season with merriment and good cheer! The Open House has traditionally been a customer appreciation night when merchants stay open late\, have special discounts\, and refreshments are served at participating locations. Join us and support your downtown shops; it’s a great way to stimulate our local economy and find special one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your holiday list. Don’t miss an evening planned for the entire family’s enjoyment!\n\nState Street will be transformed into Candy Cane Lane with festive lights and decorations\, including downtown merchants participating in the Merry Merchants Window Decorating Contest with the same Candy Cane Christmas theme. Santa Claus will be making his first appearance of the season downtown\, handing out candy canes\, and Theatre Bristol will be caroling and showing off their Christmas Scenes window display.\n\nLast\, but certainly not least\, a holiday favorite will once again return to State Street — Horse and Carriage Rides! Come to the Downtown Center (Farmer’s Market) to catch your ride through downtown. This year there will be an added horse drawn wagonette to increase ride opportunities! Prices for rides are as follows: $3 Wagonette / $7 for Horse & Carriage per person; $20 private ride on Horse & Carriage per couple; Ages 6 and under $1.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bristol-christmas-open-house/
LOCATION:Downtown Bristol\, Bristol\, TN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Food/Drink,General,Shopping
ORGANIZER;CN="Believe in Bristol":MAILTO:info@birthplaceofcountrymusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211126T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211223T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
CREATED:20210917T212357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210917T212357Z
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SUMMARY:The Twelve Days of Christmas
DESCRIPTION:ABINGDON\, Va.— Today Barter Theatre announced their winter holiday season\, which includes A Christmas Story\, The Twelve Dates of Christmas\, and Jingle All the Way. A Christmas Story will be showing indoors at Gilliam stage from November 18th to December 29th\, while the other two productions will be shown at the Moonlite Drive-In for the entirety of their respective runs. The Twelve Dates of Christmas will run from November 26th to December 23rd\, and Jingle All the Way will be performed by the Barter Players from December 3rd to the 23rd. \nA Christmas Story follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle— while he seems to be rebuffed at every turn! Jingle All the Way also follows the journey of an underestimated protagonist\, Jangle the Elf\, who is the twin brother of Santa’s #1 helper at the North Pole; Will he be able to prove himself and save Christmas all at the same time? The Twelve Dates of Christmas is a raucous one-woman show\, which turns the classic Christmas show experience on its head! After all\, how can one be in a holly jolly mood after catching their fiance kissing someone else on live television during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade? \nProducing Artistic Director of Barter Theatre\, Katy Brown\, is thrilled to be bringing Christmas back to the Gilliam Stage\, as well as sharing shows at the Moonlite Drive-In. “We are very excited to offer both viewing experiences for our patrons. It’s such a magical time of year for so many people\, and we’re proud to be a part of our community’s cherished traditions. There’s nothing like Barter at Christmas!” \nPatrons can purchase tickets for Barter’s Christmas season beginning on September 22nd\, as well as find out more information about safety measures being put into place\, by visiting Barter’s website: www.bartertheatre.com \n  \nAbout Barter Theatre \nBarter Theatre\, the nation’s longest running professional theatre\, is located in Abingdon\, Virginia. The theatre opened in 1933 during the Great Depression. Founder Robert Porterfield offered patrons admission to the theatre by bartering food and livestock. Barter Theatre was designated as the State Theatre of Virginia in 1946. It exists today as one of the last year-round professional resident repertory theaters remaining in the United States.  Barter Theatre is funded in part by The Virginia Commission for the Arts and The National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/the-twelve-days-of-christmas/
LOCATION:The Moonlite Drive In\, 17555 Lee Hwy\, Abingdon\, VA\, 24210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Theatre
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211203
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
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SUMMARY:Downtown Johnson City Candy Land Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Connect Downtown Johnson City\, in collaboration with the City of Johnson City and Visit Johnson City\, is\nexcited to announce downtown’s holiday tradition\, Candy Land Christmas\, will return in 2021 with thousands\nof lights for people to enjoy! As a gift to our community\, this event features magical displays\, 152 Christmas\ntrees\, a holiday market\, and much more. This year’s Candy Land Christmas will be a lasting memory for people\nof all ages. \nCandy Land Christmas’ celebration will kick off November 27 at 7 p.m. with a grand lighting event in the heart\nof Downtown. During the Grand Lighting event\, attendees will be able to enjoy a musical performance from\nthe Indian Trail Intermediate School Chorus at King Commons and the First Christian Church Choir at Founders\nPark. The Christmas trees will remain lit every evening until January 2\, 2022. This event will bring Christmas\ncheer to residents\, visitors\, and businesses for over a month. \nThanks to presenting sponsor\, Bank of Tennessee\, Candy Land Christmas will double in size from last year\,\nfeaturing 152 holiday trees\, 150 of which are decorated by either local businesses or non-profit organizations.\nTogether these trees help tell the story of our community. This year\, holiday trees will transform Founders\nPark to the Gumdrop Forest and King Commons to Cupcake Commons. By expanding our Christmas footprint\,\nwe will welcome more visitors to the event and allow for ample space for social distancing and safe holiday\nventures. \nThis Christmas celebration is not only a great\, free event for families and friends to enjoy during the holiday\nseason\, but also benefits the community and local businesses. Candy Land Christmas will be an anchor event\nduring the holiday season. Connect Downtown Johnson City hopes families will visit downtown to walk\nthrough our greenspaces\, grabbing dinner at a local restaurant and shopping at a small business\, we anticipate\nthis event will fuel our local businesses and support our district. \nCandy Land Christmas is more than just two parks filled with Christmas decorations – it’s a community event\nthat brings everyone together\, creates a lifetime of memories\, and is now a great annual tradition.\nThis event wouldn’t be made possible without our sponsors: Bank of Tennessee\, Evans and Evans Real Estate\nAgents – Cortney Stewart and Amanda Westbrook\, Gabriel’s Christmas\, TownView Senior Living\, SaladWorks\,\nand Brightridge Broadband. \nMore information: downtownjc.com/candylandchristmas.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/downtown-johnson-city-candy-land-christmas/
LOCATION:Founders Park\, 225 S. Commerce Street\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Festivals,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
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SUMMARY:Clay Christmas Ornament Making
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 27th 10 to 2 \nCLAY CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS \nOn Saturday November 27th\, Tara Belk will be on hand to help kids of all ages create their own clay Christmas ornaments and make special Holiday memories. \nThis activity is FREE for all ages.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/clay-christmas-ornament-making/
LOCATION:Johnson County Center for the Arts\, 127 College St.\, Mountain City\, TN\, 37683\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Children's Activities,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
CREATED:20211123T132036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T132036Z
UID:95000-1638009000-1638016200@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Erwin Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:Join us in downtown Erwin on Saturday\, November 27 to help kickoff the holiday season with the Erwin Christmas Parade. The theme of this year’s parade will be “A Sleigh Ride with You” and all are invited to join in the celebration. \nThe parade will begin at Erwin Village Shopping Center on North Main Avenue and travel through downtown Erwin\, ending at Erwin Utilities on Love Street. \nFor information on float entry\, please contact the Chamber of Commerce office at 423-743-3000. Applications are required for entry.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/erwin-christmas-parade-6/
LOCATION:Downtown Erwin\, 119 N. Main Ave.\, Erwin\, TN\, 37650\, United States
CATEGORIES:Car/Bike Shows,Children's Activities,General
ORGANIZER;CN="Unicoi County Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:amanda@unicoicounty.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142700
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SUMMARY:Christmas in Olde Jonesborough
DESCRIPTION:Historic Jonesborough hosts a month-long series of holiday events and activities. Christmas in Olde Jonesborough will feature a different theme every Saturday from November 27 to December 18. \n\nEach Saturday will offer a variety of events from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. including caroling\, visits with Santa\, music\, storytelling and extended holiday shopping hours in Tennessee’s Oldest Town. Santa will be on site in his sleigh beside the Washington County Courthouse for pictures and visits with children. Bring letters to Santa\, drop them off in the mailbox from November 27 to December 19 and receive a reply from the jolly old man himself. Free gift wrapping will be offered inside the International Storytelling Center during events on any purchases made in downtown Jonesborough. The public is also encouraged to bring a new or gently used gift for St. Nick to deliver to less fortunate children in the area.  Gifts can be dropped off with St. Nick at his sleigh. \n\nThe Christmas in Olde Jonesborough series will kick off with Whoville on Saturday\, November 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. complete with the Grinch and other characters. Dress as a Whoville character and get a “grinch treat”. Catch a movie inside the Lollipop Shop and enjoy a reading of the classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the Chester Inn Museum. \n\nThe Jonesborough Christmas tradition\, Gingerbread Village\, returns. Pick up for participants are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday\, November 27 at the International Storytelling Center for 50 houses. Individuals can participate by picking up a free gingerbread kit or make their own gingerbread house and drop off to be displayed in shops downtown. Drop off is December 1 at the International Storytelling Center from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The public will vote on their favorite entries December 4 through December 18 online\, and the winners will be announced December 20. Gingerbread houses will be displayed December 3 through December 18. \n\nThe Lighting of the Tree Ceremony starts at 6 p.m. in front of the Washington County Courthouse.  Music and storytelling will lead up to the event. \n\nChristmas in Olde Jonesborough continues on Saturday\, December 4 with Doggone Christmas from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees can bring their furry friends for pictures with Santa\, a treat station and shop at the Christmas Market for pet friendly items. At 1 p.m. there will be contests including Ugliest Christmas Dog Sweater\, Best Holiday Costume and Pet/Owner Lookalike. Donations will also be accepted for the Washington County Humane Society at the back of the Santa’s sleigh. \n\nJoin us for Santa’s Christmas Village on December 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. throughout town. Key locations include the Jonesborough Visitors Center and the International Storytelling Center. This year\, children will be able visit Buddy’s Workshop to make their own masterpieces to take home with them\, with the assistance of area artisans and crafters. Attendees will enjoy free pictures with Santa\, cookie decorating\, games and more. \n\nThe much-anticipated Jonesborough Lighted Christmas Parade will take place that evening at 6 p.m. The parade will travel through the festively decorated historic district from Boone Street to Main Street. \n\nThe series wraps up on December 18 with the Christmas Church Tour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stroll through Jonesborough and visit participating churches in the downtown historic district. See their beautifully decorated sanctuaries and enjoy music\, hand bells and historic information. Grab a guide at the International Storytelling Center to begin the tour. Hosts will also be available at each location to discuss the history and architecture. Each church is located within easy walking distance of downtown and attendees can shop for last-minute gifts. \n\nOther events happening in Jonesborough include Small Business Saturday\, Downtown at Dusk and the Celebration of Trees. \n\nSupport small businesses by shopping local November 26 through November 28 and enjoy extended shopping hours for Small Business Saturday. Get to downtown Jonesborough early to visit the Shop Small welcome tent to pick up some swag and a Shop Small Bingo card. The welcome tent will open at 10 a.m. on Saturday\, November 27. Participants can also pick up Shop Small Bingo card early on Friday\, November 26 at the Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center. Return the bingo card before December 22\, once someone gets 5 in a horizontal\, vertical or diagonal and they’ll be entered to win a gift card from a downtown Jonesborough business. \n\nThe Jonesborough Area Merchant & Service Association (JAMSA) and Main Street Jonesborough programs will host Downtown at Dusk on Friday December 3\, 10 and 17. There will be multiple tastings and/or drink samples at different merchants in downtown Jonesborough. The events will be from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and will be a different Christmas theme. Downtown at Dusk on December 3 is favorite Christmas song themed\, December 10’s is favorite Christmas movie themed and December 17’s is Christmas around the world themed. \n\nTwinkling lights\, the scent of Fraser firs\, handcrafted ornaments and lovely Christmas decorations are filling the shops and store fronts of downtown Jonesborough. The annual Celebration of Trees\, a unique exhibit of beautifully decorated Christmas trees\, will be held in Historic Jonesborough from December 6 to December 26. This year’s exhibit begins at the Jonesborough Visitors Center where seven beautifully decorated live trees will be on display within the Old Town Emporium Gift Shop. These trees are all sponsored and decorated by area businesses and non-profit organizations. Here you can pick up a program which features a listing of locations throughout the historic district where you can view over 30 decorated trees. \n\nFor more information on Christmas in Olde Jonesborough or to get tickets\, call 423.753.1010 or visit www.jbochristmas.com. \n\n### \n\nAbout the Town of Jonesborough: A unique 18th century town nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee\, Jonesborough’s natural beauty\, charming architecture\, and storytelling heritage have attracted visitors worldwide. Stay a day\, a week or forever\, and create your own stories in beautiful Historic Jonesborough. Visit www.jonesborough.com for more information.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/christmas-in-olde-jonesborough-5/2021-11-27/
LOCATION:Downtown Jonesborough\, 116 W Main St\, Jonesborough\, TN\, 37659\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Children's Activities,Festivals,Food/Drink,General,Historical Events,Shopping,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Christmas in Olde Jonesborough: Whoville
DESCRIPTION:The Christmas in Olde Jonesborough series will kick off with Whoville on Saturday\, November 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. complete with the Grinch and other characters. Dress as a Whoville character and get a “grinch treat”. \n\nThat Saturday\, catch a Christmas movie inside the Lollipop Shop\, located at 129 East Main Street in downtown Jonesborough. The movie will show continuously from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. \n\nEnjoy a reading of the holiday classic\, How the Grinch Stole Christmas\, at the Chester Inn State Historic Site and Museum for several readings of the holiday classic. This program will feature a reading of the “Grinch” in their restored parlor room as well as a display of holiday items from their archival collection. The Chester Inn Museum will also talk about the history of Victorian holiday celebration customs and the practice of storytelling during the holidays. \n\nThis year there will be readings at 11:45 a.m.\, 12:30 p.m.\, 1:15 p.m.\, 2 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. Each program will be approximately 35 to 40 minutes. \n\nIn an effort to provide a safe social distance for program attendees\, the Chester Inn Museum will limit the attendance at each performance to the first 20 people. Attendees can pick up their tickets at the Chester Inn Museum on Saturday\, November 27. Tickets for the first program will be available starting at 11 a.m.\, and tickets will be available for each subsequent program once the preceding program is finished. Keep up with the event by following the Chester Inn Museum on Facebook. For questions\, please call 423.753.4580\, email chesterinn@heritageall.org or message at the Chester Inn Museum on Facebook. \n\n### \n\nAbout the Town of Jonesborough: A unique 18th century town nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee\, Jonesborough’s natural beauty\, charming architecture\, and storytelling heritage have attracted visitors worldwide. Stay a day\, a week or forever\, and create your own stories in beautiful Historic Jonesborough. Visit www.jonesborough.com for more information.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/christmas-in-olde-jonesborough-whoville/
LOCATION:Downtown Jonesborough\, 116 W Main St\, Jonesborough\, TN\, 37659\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Children's Activities,Festivals,General,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Reading: Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Chester Inn State Historic Site and Museum on November 27th for several readings of the holiday classic\, Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! This program is part of the town of Jonesborough’s “Whoville” holiday celebration which takes place from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. This program will feature a reading of the “Grinch” in our restored parlor room as well as a display of holiday items from our archival collection. We will also talk about the history of Victorian holiday celebration customs and the practice of storytelling during the holidays. Each program will be approximately 35-40 minutes. \n\nThis year there will be readings at 11:45\, 12:30\, 1:15\, 2:00\, and 2:45. In an effort to provide a safe social distance for program attendees\, we will be limiting the attendance at each performance to the first 20 people. Attendees can pick up their tickets at the Chester Inn Museum on the 27th. Tickets for the first program will be available starting at 11:00\, and tickets will be available for each subsequent program once the preceding program is finished. You can keep up with the event by following the Chester Inn Museum on Facebook! For questions\, please call us at (423) 753-4580\, email us at chesterinn@heritageall.org\, or message us at the Chester Inn Museum on Facebook. \n\nThis project is funded under an agreement with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation\, Tennessee Historical Commission. For more information on the Chester Inn Museum or the Heritage Alliance please call our office at 423.753.9580 or the Chester Inn Museum at 423.753.4580.  You can also contact the organization via email at info@heritageall.org.  Additional information about the Heritage Alliance and its mission can be found online at https://www.heritageall.org/. Be sure to follow the Chester Inn and Heritage Alliance Facebook pages for updates about events at the Chester Inn and other Heritage Alliance programs.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/reading-dr-seusss-how-the-grinch-stole-christmas/
LOCATION:Chester Inn State Historic Site and Museum\, 100 W. Main St.\, Jonesborough\, TN\, 37659\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Book Signing: Make Your Mark
DESCRIPTION:Hands On! Discovery Center to Host Book Signing for Local Author\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHands On! Discovery Center announces an exciting event featuring local entrepreneur and new author\, Jose Castillo. The public is invited to a book signing and meet and greet with the author on Saturday\, November 27th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.\n\n“Make Your Mark” is an interactive children’s book set in Johnson City that features a young girl\, an artist\, and a wall. It highlights four unheralded individuals who made an impact on our town.\n\n\nColonel LeRoy Reeves\, a Johnson City attorney who designed the Tennessee state flag.\nDr. Hezekiah Hankal\, a teacher and pastor who\, in 1887\, became the first African American elected official in Johnson City.\n“Blind” Lemon Jefferson\, a blues and gospel musician who performed in Johnson City in the 1920s.\nEliza Shaut White\, who helped women earn the right to vote in Tennessee.\n\n\n“The book is about making your mark in this world\,” said Castillo\, “and it’s about finding out how you fit into the broader story.” The book weaves the story along using art\, history\, and the sense of heritage and community that is found here in Johnson City.\n\n“Make Your Mark” is available in the Hands On! Discovery Center gift shop. During the book signing\, attendees will receive 20% off the price\, with admission to the Discovery Center. Additional activities associated with the book will be available during the event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Hands On! Discovery Center\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHands On! Discovery Center\, located at 1212 Suncrest Dr. in Gray\, TN\, is a nonprofit organization that provides experiences that inspire the discovery and understanding of science and the arts through interactive\, hands-on programs and exhibits such as the Discovery Lab\, Tesla Experience\, Art Studio\, and Imagination Playground. Additionally\, visitors can learn about the 5 million-year-old Gray Fossil Site. Enjoy exhibits and programs featuring plant and animal fossils that have been unearthed at the site. Visit online at visithandson.org or call (423) 434-4263.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/book-signing-make-your-mark/
LOCATION:Hands On! Discovery Center\, 1212 Suncrest Drive\, Gray\, TN\, 37615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Bristol: Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Annual Christmas Tree Lighting\nMonday – November 29th\n6:30 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBristol’s Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting is set for Monday\, November 29th at 6:30 p.m. at Cumberland Square Park in Historic Downtown Bristol. The event showcases the site’s nearly 50-foot Norwegian Spruce and its younger counterpart\, a 25-foot Douglas Fir decorated with thousands of warm-white Christmas lights – about 30\,000 of them – for a dramatic and joyous display.\n\nRefreshments provided by Emmanuel Episcopal Church and The Bristol Hotel.\nSpecial thank you to event sponsor: The Bristol Hotel
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bristol-annual-christmas-tree-lighting/
LOCATION:Downtown Bristol\, Bristol\, TN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Festivals,Food/Drink,General,Music
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