Upcoming Events
From music festivals, racing, history, heritage, food and everything in between. Here's your guide.
Events
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Vernon Dalhart: First Country Music Star
The Jackson Theatre will present Vernon Dalhart: First Country Music Star on Friday, April 17 at 7:00pm, in partnership with the International Storytelling Center. This special evening of words and music celebrates one of the most influential recording artists of the 1920s and 1930s. Vernon Dalhart was the first artist to record a million-selling country
Jonesborough Repertory Theatre presents Cinderella
August 29th - September 14th A hilarious retelling of a great old story! Poor Cinderella, belittled by her stepsisters, Oofa and Murkatrina, overworked by her stepmother, has no prospect of happiness on the horizon. For tickets visit jonesboroughtheatre.com or call 423.753.1010.
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It's a journey through the life of Johnny Cash, as told by his music. The Man in Black was a man like no other, whether he sang about his love for June Carter Cash, his hard-living, hard-partying ways, or his deep and abiding faith. A multi-talented cast performs his best-known hits, like "I Walk the
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The 12th annual Papa Joe Smiddy Mountain Music Festival will be held at the Natural Tunnel State Park amphitheater on Sunday of Labor Day weekend. The festival is presented by the Cove Ridge Center Foundation to promote our Appalachian Heritage of music and to honor University of Virginia at Wise Chancellor Emeritus Dr. Joseph C.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
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September 1st at 6 p.m. Enjoy one of the last days of summer with an afternoon picnic in the Historic District. Then, cool down inside the Visitors Center with entertainment from the Johnson City Community Concert Band. Admission is free of charge. For more information call 423.753.1010. |
6 events,
Jim Two Crows Wallen as Teller-in-Residence at Storytelling Live!
National award winner Jim Two Crows Wallen grew up in a rich oral heritage, where, being an oldest son of an oldest son, it was his destiny to combine his love of history with a good story. His great-grandfather was full blood Cherokee. Wallen can remember sitting on the Courthouse lawn in Warsaw, Missouri, listening
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It's a journey through the life of Johnny Cash, as told by his music. The Man in Black was a man like no other, whether he sang about his love for June Carter Cash, his hard-living, hard-partying ways, or his deep and abiding faith. A multi-talented cast performs his best-known hits, like "I Walk the
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It's a journey through the life of Johnny Cash, as told by his music. The Man in Black was a man like no other, whether he sang about his love for June Carter Cash, his hard-living, hard-partying ways, or his deep and abiding faith. A multi-talented cast performs his best-known hits, like "I Walk the
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
4 events,
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It's a journey through the life of Johnny Cash, as told by his music. The Man in Black was a man like no other, whether he sang about his love for June Carter Cash, his hard-living, hard-partying ways, or his deep and abiding faith. A multi-talented cast performs his best-known hits, like "I Walk the |
7 events,
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It's a journey through the life of Johnny Cash, as told by his music. The Man in Black was a man like no other, whether he sang about his love for June Carter Cash, his hard-living, hard-partying ways, or his deep and abiding faith. A multi-talented cast performs his best-known hits, like "I Walk the
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and
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It's a journey through the life of Johnny Cash, as told by his music. The Man in Black was a man like no other, whether he sang about his love for June Carter Cash, his hard-living, hard-partying ways, or his deep and abiding faith. A multi-talented cast performs his best-known hits, like "I Walk the |
5 events,
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It's a journey through the life of Johnny Cash, as told by his music. The Man in Black was a man like no other, whether he sang about his love for June Carter Cash, his hard-living, hard-partying ways, or his deep and abiding faith. A multi-talented cast performs his best-known hits, like "I Walk the
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
10 events,
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You won't want to miss the Kids Count 5K!, a competitive road race to benefit the Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County, a 501 c 3 non-profit agency. All proceeds will be used to provide services for abused children at the center. Date: September 6, 2014 Time: Race starts at 8AM. Plan to be there
$12 – $2014.
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Come find out why Heirloom Tomato’s are special. Learn a few of the many verities of Heirlooms. Come share your stories about your Heirloom experience. Tomato’s grown for taste testing came from Mann’s Farm. The program is sponsored by Scott County Extension. Free program and samples. Located at the Cove Ridge Center within Natural Tunnel
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It's a journey through the life of Johnny Cash, as told by his music. The Man in Black was a man like no other, whether he sang about his love for June Carter Cash, his hard-living, hard-partying ways, or his deep and abiding faith. A multi-talented cast performs his best-known hits, like "I Walk the |
4 events,
Vernon Dalhart: First Country Music Star
Jonesborough Repertory Theatre presents Cinderella
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
4 events,
Chuck Brodsky as Teller-in-Residence at Storytelling Live!
Chuck Brodsky is a storyteller, songwriter, troubadour and modern day bard with an acoustic guitar and a voice that will take you places. For the past 20 years, he’s performed across the U.S. and abroad with his quirky, rootsy, and finely crafted material. Brodsky’s wit and irony, set to haunting melodies, tell stories of oddball
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
4 events,
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
5 events,
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
5 events,
Grills Gone Wild Barbecue Festival
Recurring
Come and join us at Tusculum College September 12 and 13th for two days of family fun! We will be hosting the 2nd Grills Gone Wild with over 20 pro barbeque teams competing for points in this Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned event. We will also be having a 5K, car show, numerous vendors and
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
12 events,
The VIBE 5 "The Run In Glow Motion"
Come and glow with us at the VIBE 5 glow run Saturday September 13th at Tusculum College in Greeneville! The VIBE 5 is part of the Grills Gone Wild Festival being held on campus and there will be fun for the entire family!! Electric 94.9 will be broadcasting live! We will kick off the run
Grills Gone Wild Car Show
Recurring
Join us at Tusculum College for the Grills Gone Wild Car Show! Registration fee is only $15.00 and awards will be given!
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Coming September 13, 2014… The 6th Annual Historic Blountville Flea Market and Yard Sale! Get ready for the 6th Annual Historic Blountville Flea Market and Yard Sale coming to downtown Blountville on September 13, 2014! Sullivan County is rapidly gearing up for this year’s festive occasion which will take place from 8 a.m. to 3
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Junior Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to take part in several activities within Natural Tunnel State Park. Explore the ground beneath your feet as groups crawl around looking at a variety of cave formations and cave life. Then each group will see the naturally made tunnel up close and learn about how it was
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover. |
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4 events,
Vernon Dalhart: First Country Music Star
Jonesborough Repertory Theatre presents Cinderella
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
7 events,
Linda Goodman as Teller-in-Residence at Storytelling Live!
Author, storyteller and playwright, Linda Goodman, an Appalachian Mountain native of Melungeon descent, learned the art of storytelling from her father, a former coal miner who was himself a master yarnspinner. Goodman draws on her roots to create a world where fantasy and ordinary heroes come together; she also tells traditional tales using a wide
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and
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$25.00 - Balcony $30.00 - Mezzanine $35.00 - Orchestra The Senegal St. Joseph Gospel Choir was founded in 1950 by Julien Jouga, a United Nations Ambassador Artist for Peace. Mr. Jouga was a fervent musician dedicated to Catholic choral singing and inspired by various forms of Senegalese music. He interpreted and combined both the Catholic |
7 events,
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and
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Barter Theatre presents Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys. They will be performing under The Tent next to Stage II. Tickets at the door are $16 and in advance are $14. |
5 events,
Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion
Recurring
Every year during the third week in September, historic downtown Bristol celebrates its musical heritage with a festival that attracts some of the best artists in bluegrass, Americana, Celtic, Country and many other traditions. The festival often includes performances by many award-winning artists. Over a hundred different artists perform in over a dozen indoor and
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
9 events,
New River Trail Challenge
The New River Trail Challenge Triathlon is an off road endurance triathlon. 40 miles dirt road bike + 12.1mile downriver kayak + 13.1 mile dirt road run. It is held in September at the New River Trail State Park in SW Virginia. The total energy output for this race is more than a 70.3 Half
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September 20th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jonesborough’s semi-annual town-wide yard sale will offer assorted items located throughout the Historic District. For more information call 423.913.2663.
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
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5 events,
Vernon Dalhart: First Country Music Star
Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion
Recurring
Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion
Every year during the third week in September, historic downtown Bristol celebrates its musical heritage with a festival that attracts some of the best artists in bluegrass, Americana, Celtic, Country and many other traditions. The festival often includes performances by many award-winning artists. Over a hundred different artists perform in over a dozen indoor and
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As a single mom with a job waiting tables, Janelle Barely has time to play her music, much less go on a date, She definitely knows better than to get invoked with an actor, but sometimes a girl just has to do what she has to do. The morning after is hilarious, sweet and a
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As a single mom with a job waiting tables, Janelle Barely has time to play her music, much less go on a date, She definitely knows better than to get invoked with an actor, but sometimes a girl just has to do what she has to do. The morning after is hilarious, sweet and a |
3 events,
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Mary B. Martin School of the Arts is sponsoring the South Arts Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers again in 2014-15, and on Monday Sept. 22, the documentary My Toxic Backyard is the first of three free screenings this fall. My Toxic Backyard focuses on the residual effects of the CTS Superfund site in south |
4 events,
Susan O'Halloran as Teller-in-Residence at Storytelling Live!
Susan O’Halloran has been a story artist since the 1970s and has been covered by such media outlets as PBS, ABC Nightline, The New York Times and the Chicago Tribune. Whether telling personal stories or original fables, O’Halloran engages her audience with a passionate, wiry wit and an empathy for human suffering. She is a
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As a single mom with a job waiting tables, Janelle Barely has time to play her music, much less go on a date, She definitely knows better than to get invoked with an actor, but sometimes a girl just has to do what she has to do. The morning after is hilarious, sweet and a |
4 events,
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As a single mom with a job waiting tables, Janelle Barely has time to play her music, much less go on a date, She definitely knows better than to get invoked with an actor, but sometimes a girl just has to do what she has to do. The morning after is hilarious, sweet and a
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As a single mom with a job waiting tables, Janelle Barely has time to play her music, much less go on a date, She definitely knows better than to get invoked with an actor, but sometimes a girl just has to do what she has to do. The morning after is hilarious, sweet and a |
5 events,
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Named after Ukrainian nomads, Scythian (sith-ee-yin) plays immigrant rock with thunderous energy, technical prowess, and storytelling songwriting, beckoning crowds into a barn-dance rock concert experience. Celebrating 10 years of getting people dancing all night, Scythian is releasing their new album, Jump at the Sun, August 15, with new songs debuting at shows before then. Ed
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
6 events,
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and
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$35.00 - Balcony $30.00 - Mezzanine $45.00 - Orchestra DENNIS DEYOUNG is a founding member of STYX and the lead singer and writer on seven of the bands eight Top Ten Hits. His live concert with six piece band showcases all the STYX Greatest Hits spanning the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. The set includes all |
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3 events,
Vernon Dalhart: First Country Music Star
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
2 events,Donald Davis was born in a Southern Appalachian mountain world rich in stories, surrounded by a family of traditional storytellers who told him gentle fairy tales, simple and silly Jack tales, scary mountain lore, ancient Welsh and Scottish folktales, and most importantly, nourishing, true-to-life stories of his own neighbors and kin. Featured at festivals throughout |
7 events,
Balloon-a-Palooza
Recurring
Up, up, and away we go with some air-mazing balloon experiments in honor of Balloons Around the World Day! Try out the skewer through a balloon trick, blow up a balloon with some household items, make a giant fingerprint balloon, send balloon rockets zooming, and listen to the fascinating sounds of screaming balloons. Program times
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Marilla Cuthbert and her brother Matthew are determined to adopt an orphan boy to help them run Green Gables, their farm on beautiful Prince Edward Island. But their well-ordered lives take a surprising and hilarious twist when the boy they hoped for turns out to be a redheaded slip-of-a-girl named Anne Shirley, whose wild imagination
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As a single mom with a job waiting tables, Janelle Barely has time to play her music, much less go on a date, She definitely knows better than to get invoked with an actor, but sometimes a girl just has to do what she has to do. The morning after is hilarious, sweet and a
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As a single mom with a job waiting tables, Janelle Barely has time to play her music, much less go on a date, She definitely knows better than to get invoked with an actor, but sometimes a girl just has to do what she has to do. The morning after is hilarious, sweet and a |
4 events,
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Marilla Cuthbert and her brother Matthew are determined to adopt an orphan boy to help them run Green Gables, their farm on beautiful Prince Edward Island. But their well-ordered lives take a surprising and hilarious twist when the boy they hoped for turns out to be a redheaded slip-of-a-girl named Anne Shirley, whose wild imagination
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Wednesday, October 1 • 7:30 p.m. (Special Event on the National Storytelling Festival Grounds) Stories I Almost Forgot to Tell Spend an evening with Donald as he recalls some of his stories that were almost never told. |
7 events,
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Marilla Cuthbert and her brother Matthew are determined to adopt an orphan boy to help them run Green Gables, their farm on beautiful Prince Edward Island. But their well-ordered lives take a surprising and hilarious twist when the boy they hoped for turns out to be a redheaded slip-of-a-girl named Anne Shirley, whose wild imagination
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover.
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This sweet Southern comedy is set in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1948—1973. Boolie hires Hoke, a chauffeur, agaist his aging mother's wishes, after she "destroys one three-week-old Packard, a two car garage and a tool shed" when she was "just putting the car in reverse." Follow the interesting relationship that develops between a black man and |
10 events,
*42nd Annual National Storytelling Festival
October 3rd - 5th Join us for the National Storytelling Festival where tents and tellers can be found throughout the Historic District. The nation’s oldest and most dynamic event dedicated to the oral tradition of storytelling showcases a variety of internationally-known artists. Pre-festival evening concerts will be held on both Wed., Oct. 1st and Thurs.,
Unicoi County Apple Festival
The streets of downtown Erwin will be overflowing with 100,000 plus visitors for this 2-day event. There will be over 350 craft and food vendors, plus two food courts and four entertainment stages including two-full days of performances by top gospel entertainers and bluegrass performers. Festival hours are 8:00 am to 8:00 pm both Friday
National Storytelling Festival
Make plans now to attend the 42nd annual National Storytelling Festival,October 3-5, 2014 in historic Jonesborough, Tennessee! Held during the first full weekend in October each year, this world-renowned event celebrates storytelling at its most magical.
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Marilla Cuthbert and her brother Matthew are determined to adopt an orphan boy to help them run Green Gables, their farm on beautiful Prince Edward Island. But their well-ordered lives take a surprising and hilarious twist when the boy they hoped for turns out to be a redheaded slip-of-a-girl named Anne Shirley, whose wild imagination
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The Science of Fermentation - Discover Zymology, or the science of fermentation, during October’s Discovery After Dark! Taste test your favorite fermented foods such as sauerkraut and kimchi, and find out why these foods are so good for you. Learn about the “magical health elixir,” kombucha, and try this ancient, live bacteria beverage. And of
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"Rob is Rod! No doubt about it. This is one impersonator that will make you do a double take. He is that good." -Joe Walsh of "The Eagles" Rob Caudill has wowed audiences all over the world with his unreal similarities to Rod Stewart. From his wardrobe, his hair and appearance to his incredible voice, |
9 events,
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Marilla Cuthbert and her brother Matthew are determined to adopt an orphan boy to help them run Green Gables, their farm on beautiful Prince Edward Island. But their well-ordered lives take a surprising and hilarious twist when the boy they hoped for turns out to be a redheaded slip-of-a-girl named Anne Shirley, whose wild imagination
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As a single mom with a job waiting tables, Janelle Barely has time to play her music, much less go on a date, She definitely knows better than to get invoked with an actor, but sometimes a girl just has to do what she has to do. The morning after is hilarious, sweet and a
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An unlikely love story with some of the greets songs written for the Broadway stage, filled with witty dialogue and unforgettable characters. Sparks fly as Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle and the rich and arrogant Professor Higgins combine to create the ultimate makeover. |


