Upcoming Events
From music festivals, racing, history, heritage, food and everything in between. Here's your guide.
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Luthiers – skilled makers of stringed musical instruments – are both keepers of tradition and innovators. They carry on the old ways of working wood and string to create beautiful and functional instruments, while also bringing new creativity and technology to the fore in their pieces. The Luthier’s Craft explores and documents the traditional arts of fiddle, THEATRE BRISTOL PRESENTS ANNIE FOR THE HOLIDAYS WEBSITE Theatre Bristol presents ANNIE for the holidays at the Paramount Center for the Arts November 17 through 26. Directed by Kenn Naegele, with music direction by Steve Davis, ANNIE features a cast of 51 of the area's talented, dogs too, from around the region. This Thanksgiving, ANNIE |
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On November 27 at 6:00 PM, the Yarn Exchange, along with Jonesborough Novelty Band, as well as area artists, potters, and cooks, have come together to bring this exciting event. The evening begins with guests being invited to choose their very own hand-made bowl, created by a regional artist. Over 100 unique, one-of-a-kind bowls have
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Story of the Carols Music Guest: Jonesborough Novelty Band A Night with the Yarn Exchange is a scripted, one-hour story-based radio show, featuring oral stories that have been adapted from community members in Jonesborough and throughout Northeast Tennessee, that celebrates the unique culture of the region. Each month has a different theme, around which the |
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A musical by Catherine Bush with music by Dax Dupuy Rudolph is different from the other reindeer. He’s not very good at sports, and everyone makes fun of his big, red shiny nose. Then one Christmas Eve a giant blizzard hits the North Pole and Santa is unable to navigate. Rudolph and his nose come
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You don't have to be a paleontologist to find fossils. Identifying them is a different story. Bring any kind of rock, fossil, artifact, or mineral to Fossil & Artifact ID Night, and scientists at the museum will provide space for the study of these finds. There will be an archaeologist, paleontologist, and geologist on site. |
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By David Sedaris Recommended for mature audiences due to language and subject matter This outrageous holiday comedy stars Crumpet, a rebel without a Claus, who recounts his true-life tale of an out-of-work writer’s stint as a Macy’s department store elf. A delightfully absurd look at the commercial Christmas season, Sedaris’ sharp and hilarious observations have |
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Join Bristol's downtown merchants the evening of November 30th for this exclusive holiday event! A $10.00 ticket allows you after hours special discounts at participating stores, two adult beverages (must be 21 years of age or older) and/or lemonade, light appetizers, and door prize drawings! Stores include: Serendipity Shoozies Studio 6 Christina’s Closet Mercantile on
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The Garden of Love w/Martha Redbone Thursday, Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m., Culp Auditorium - $20/15/5 Martha Redbone is an American roots singer known for her varied music, interests, performances and heritage. In The Garden of Love: Songs of William Blake – a collection of Blake poems set to the music by this singer-songwriter – Redbone fuses the
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Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017, 7:30 p.m. – Martha Street Culp Auditorium Martha Redbone / The Garden of Love: Songs of William Blake In The Garden of Love – a collection of William Blake poems set to the music by singer-songwriter and American roots singer Martha Redbone and produced in album form by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's |
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3rd Annual “Festival of Trees” throughout the month of December at The Welcome Center. Kelly and the staff at the Welcome Center, 716 S. Shady Street- Hwy. 421, invites everyone to come out and enjoy the beautiful ‘Festival of Christmas Tree’s’ provided by local organizations and businesses from around the county. Hours of operation are
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December 1st, 2nd & 3rd- Johnson County Community Theatre Presents “A Christmas Play” at Heritage Hall Theatre. For ticket or other information call (423)727-7444 or visit http://heritagehalltheatre.org/ Monday, Dec. 1, 2017 – Friday, January 26, 2018 – Tipton Gallery, Johnson City SidebySide: Warhol and the Body An exhibition that aims to present sacred, profane, and queer views of popular culture, domestic women and various social issues through human figuration. Curated by Amber Howard. Reception on December 1, First Friday from 6 to
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December 1st– Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Courthouse Lawn event- part of the “Magic of Christmas in a Small Mountain Town”- sponsored by the Johnson County Chamber of Commerce. Join us on Friday evening, starting at 5pm on the Johnson County Courthouse Lawn, 222 W. Main Street, downtown Mountain City, for the
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The 2017 Tree Lighting Ceremony marks the 15th year for this annual tradition in downtown Erwin, TN. This year's event will include more activities for families to enjoy. Visit Santa's Village in Erwin Town Hall parking to join Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and the Gingerbread Man in all of Santa's activities including
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Christmas on the Lake December 1 6pm - 8pm Come celebrate Christmas on the Lake. From 6 to 8 PM, you and your family can enjoy Christmas music, crafts for kids, face painting, storytelling, games, and a visit from Santa. It's all free - even the refreshments! Meet at: Recreation building on duck island
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December 2nd: “Jingle Bell Ride at Doe Mountain Recreation” 1203 Harbin Hill Road. Join us on Saturday, December 2nd for open and guided rides, which will end at Mountain City Elementary where all riders are invited to ride in the Annual “Christmas Parade”. For additional information visit the Doe Mountain Visitors Center at 1203 Harbin Jingle and Mingle- Downtown Open House and Festivities Come experience guaranteed snow the first Saturday in December. Downtown merchants and restaurants will offer sales and specials. The always popular horse and carriage rides will return again this year. Various locations in Downtown Kingsport | melissa@downtownkingsport.org
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CELEBRATATE THE SEASON! Community Festival” - Holidays Events: On December 2nd, several groups will provide activities on Main Street: Hale Springs Inn is hosting “Breakfast with Santa” (423-272-5171) and Rogersville Arts Council offers a “Vendors' Fair” from 10am-5pm followed by the “Sounds of the Season” concert at 6pm in “Occasions On The Square” (423-754-6363). The annual Christmas
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Colors of Christmas A 40 Year Holiday Tradition In Tennessee’s Oldest Town Imagine, peeking in the window of a charming historic home filled with the warmth of people, the twinkling lights illuminating off their Christmas tree and the sound of your favorite carol lulling in the background. You’re kindly invited inside as the owner
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Come one, come all! To the Radio Bristol Farm & Fun Time Christmas Ball! Featuring The Secret Sisters and Jill Andrews, live from the Birthplace of Country Music Museum! Date: Saturday, December 2, 2017 Time: 7:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Must be in your seat by 6:50 p.m.) Location: Birthplace of Country Music Museum Tickets:
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Ron Flanary to Speak at Thirtieth Annual Christmas Luncheon Bristol, Virginia – Each year the Bristol Historical Association begins the holiday season with a festive Christmas Luncheon. On Sunday, December 3, 2017 the association will celebrate the season with their 30th Annual luncheon at the Bristol Train Station at 12:30pm in downtown Bristol.
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Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” will be the theme for the 2017 Greeneville Christmas Parade on Sunday, Dec.3, at 2 p.m., according to an announcement made today by the Exchange Club of Greeneville and the Greene County Partnership. The parade, a project of the Greene County Partnership, is being coordinated by the Partnership and the Exchange Club
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Tuesday, December 5th - Sunday, January 7th - Curious Coal Celebrate Miner's Day by learning about the link between coal and fossils. Get an up close and personal look by examining coal specimens and core samples. Programs announced periodically throughout each day. Tuesday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am-5:00pm Sunday 1:00 pm-5:00pm Monday 9:00
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DEC 5, 2017 - 7:00PM TO 8:30PM The Arts Alliance Mountain Empire’s Public Speaker Series presents Excerpts from The Book of Mamaw by Eugene Wolf on December 5, 2017 at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum. Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Birthplace of Country Music Museum FREE EVENT Eugene Wolf has been performing since he
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Tuesday, December 5th - Sunday, December 31st -December Art Studio Activities Join us for wax resist watercolor snowflake paintings, pattern plate rubbings, and "snow-scape" paper craft in our Art Studio. All activities are self-guided with instructions provided. Stop by and get creative! HOURS • Tuesday – Friday 9am – 5pm • Saturday 9am – 6pm
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Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017, 4:30 p.m. – Reece Museum An Evening in the Reece Museum with an Emmett Till Painting Artists Dr. Lisa Whittington and Patricia Kabore have a conversation about Emmett Till's brutal murder as a point of departure to explore art, racism, and social justice. Both artists have work currently on display in
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Want to ring in the Christmas Season with family and friends? Do you have a special someone you would like to remember at Christmas? How about an old-fashioned Christmas Parade right here in the heart of Sullivan County? Historic Blountville is the place to be! TRADITIONAL TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY This year’s festivities will begin with the
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Christmas Carolers at the Museum Friday, December 8 | 10:00 a.m. Birthplace of Country Music Museum Students from Watauga Elementary School will bring a choir group of 41 students to the Birthplace of Country Music Museum on December 8 to sing Christmas carols at 10:00 a.m. The students will perform in the atrium of the
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With the holiday drawing families together, it's the the perfect opportunity for genealogists—amateurs and experts alike—to record precious family memories and preserve family history. But how do you make genealogy fun and interesting for everyone? It's easy! Visit Bristol Public Library for a free workshop on "Preserving Family History for the Next Generation" and learn
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This beloved, long-standing classic continues to be a holiday favorite. As Bristol Ballet celebrates its 70th anniversary this season, the dancers are proud to present The Nutcracker to its audiences. Directed by guest director Janelle Tatum Eggleston, this year’s production will have new backdrops, choreography and character development. Ms. Eggleston was director of Bristol Ballet |
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Enjoy a fun-filled morning of holiday activities at the 3rd Annual Breakfast with Santa. Kids can enjoy a tasty pancake breakfast, followed by many exciting activities including facepainting, making reindeer food for Christmas Eve, dancing with the elves, making ornaments, music and games...and most importantly a visit and photo with Santa himself! Two seating times
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Breakfast with Santa....and get your picture made too! Come and enjoy breakfast with Santa and let him know what is on your wish list. We can put your letter in our Santa Mailbox for you to make sure Santa has it when he get's back to the North Pole
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Join Brumley’s Restaurant and the General Morgan Inn for our annual Brunch with Santa! Bring your family and have brunch with Saint Nicholas himself! Your children will have the opportunity to meet Santa and tell him their most desired Christmas wishes while everyone can enjoy breakfast and lunch items from our restaurant! Don’t miss this
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December 10th – The Rotary Club “Tour of Homes”-part of the “Magic of Christmas in a Small Mountain Town”. 1pm-5pm. Tickets available at The Welcome Center, located on S. Shady Street (Hwy. 421 S.). For more information call (423)727-5800, or (423)727-7988.
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Are you looking for a fun day of shopping? Then you will not want to miss Something Beautiful's Winter Market. Shop for yourself or for great, unique gifts for others! Some of the very best local, hand-made items that represent our region will be available, along with your favorite direct sales vendors! Don’t miss Something
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New Sabine Hill tours scheduled in December On Sunday, December 10 at 2:00 pm and Saturday, December 16 at 10 am we will be offering tours of historic Sabine Hill recently dedicated November 1st of this year. These tours are by reservation only; information on registration can be found at the end of this page. |
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The Unicoi County Chamber of Commerce and Farm Bureau Insurance will host the 4th Annual Gingerbread House Contest during the Holiday season. There is no fee to enter the contest. All entries must be dropped off at the Chamber of Commerce office by 5 p.m. on Monday, December 11. Gingerbread creations will be taken to
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You're Invited to Our Winter Social November 07, 2017 You and your colleagues are invited to our Winter Social on Tuesday, Dec. 12 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Paramount Bristol on State Street in downtown Bristol. Find out what we've been up to and meet new friends in the industry. Open to members, friends and
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Let’s Swing! A 1940’s Christmas Party Brought to you by the Jonesborough Senior Center For the first time ever, the Jonesborough Senior Center will bring a one of a kind event to Jonesborough: Let’s Swing! A 1940’s Christmas Party. This fun and festive event invites you to cut a rug with the Tri-Cities Jazz |
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Christian-Sells Funeral Home invites everyone to Cinema 4 in Rogersville, for a FREE movie showing on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. The movie for December is "Polar Express" starring Tom Hanks, Chris Coppola, and Michael Jeter. The movie will be Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. All ages are invited and welcome to
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A Charlie Brown Christmas, the Emmy and Peabody award-winning story by Charles M. Shultz, has warmed the hearts of millions of fans since it first aired on television over 50 years ago. Now the classic animated television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation featuring all of your favorite characters and classic Vince |
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Friday, December 15th 4:30pm until 9:00pm Tis the season to be TACKY!!! And what better way to spend a tacky evening than at the Inn!?! We will have Karaoke, the Tavern will be serving festive beverage, and McKinney's Restaurant will have a scrumptious dinner menu that will make you forget just how tacky you are!!!
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nd Sundays at 2:30 pm, closing on December 17. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and students, and available at www.Theatre Bristol.org.The children of Room One are excited about Christmas and the celebrations, especially singing, "Jingle Bells, Batman Smells." That sounds like it makes for an interesting outcome so be sure to
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December 16th “America’s Elvis- Capt. Woody Woodall & Blue Suede Soul Band” at Heritage Hall Theatre. For ticket or other information call (423)727-7444 or visit http://heritagehalltheatre.org/
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New Sabine Hill tours scheduled in December On Sunday, December 10 at 2:00 pm and Saturday, December 16 at 10 am we will be offering tours of historic Sabine Hill recently dedicated November 1st of this year. These tours are by reservation only; information on registration can be found at the end of this page. Built
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The children of Room One are excited about Christmas and the celebrations, especially singing, "Jingle Bells, Batman Smells." That sounds like it makes for an interesting outcome so be sure to see Theatre Bristol's holiday production of Junie B in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells when it comes to the ARTspace stage for three weekends from December 1
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Greeneville, TN – On Saturday, December 16 the National Park Service will host the annual Wreaths Across America program at Andrew Johnson National Cemetery, beginning at 11:30 a.m. The featured speaker this year is Lt. Col. Neal Kerney, Tennessee National Guard, with remarks also given by Acting Superintendent Eric Leonard. The wreaths will be
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The annual screening of "It's a Wonderful Life" will be showing at Paramount Bristol again this year. Doors open at 1:00pm with music by Rex Ward and The Mighty Wurlitzer Theater Organ. Screening begins at 2:00pm. Refreshments provided after screening. Venue Information: Paramount Bristol 518 State Street Bristol, TN, 37620 http://www.paramountbristol.org/
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The children of Room One are excited about Christmas and the celebrations, especially singing, "Jingle Bells, Batman Smells." That sounds like it makes for an interesting outcome so be sure to see Theatre Bristol's holiday production of Junie B in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells when it comes to the ARTspace stage for three weekends from December 1
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Sunday, De. 17, 2017, 3:00 p.m. – Willow Tree Music Room Dada Does Christmas Let Dada Cabaret put you in the holiday spirit with a show featuring creative arrangements of traditional Christmas tunes. This is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Cindy Goodwin at 423-439-7276.
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Tuesday, December 19th - Sunday, January 14th - Drinking Straw Science Join us for some fun and silly drinking straw science experiments in honor of Drinking Straw Day! Uncover the hidden science of straws with a floating ball game, make a straw "flute", and try out the double straw . HOURS • Tuesday – Friday 9am
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OURNEY'S END DECEMBER 19, 2017 | 6 PM DOWNTOWN BRISTOL | MAP On Tuesday, December 19th at 6:00 PM, Journey’s End will again take place in Historic Downtown Bristol! Journey’s End is Bristol’s local interpretation of the Latino tradition of Las Posadas (The Inns). Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem is recreated as they go from
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On Tuesday, December 19th at 6:15 PM, Journeys End will again take place in Historic Downtown Bristol! Journeys End is Bristols local interpretation of the Latino tradition of Las Posadas (The Inns). Mary and Josephs journey to Bethlehem is recreated as they go from inn to inn seeking lodging and the final inn welcomes them |
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Hundreds of little shepherds and angels will flow down Main Street singing traditional Christmas songs and lighting the way for sheep and other animals as they search for the star of Bethlehem. The scene will be set to link activity to the First Baptist Church as the sheperds and angels arrive to see Mary, Joseph |
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PUSH! FILM FESTIVAL ENCORE SCREENING OF FORGIVE – DON’T FORGET DECEMBER 21, 2017 | 6 PM BIRTHPLACE OF COUNTRY MUSIC MUSEUM (423) 573-1927 | MAP | WEBSITE Join PUSH! Film Festival for an encore screening of the 2017 PUSH! Film Festival Best Feature FilmForgive – Don’t Forgeton Thursday, December 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum.
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The Pea Pickin' Hearts will be here on Saturday, December 22nd to entertain us with some great Holiday songs. The talented duo have been an Inn favorite for years and always please the crowd with their perfect chemistry that can only develop over years of performing with one another. If you would like to make |
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Saturday, December 23rd, 10:30am-2:30pm - Winter Wonderland Pop-in Activity Stop in anytime between 10:30-2:30 to test your engineering skills by building your own graham cracker "gingerbread" house and make your own polymer snow to take home. Children must be supervised at all times. Materials fee of $3 per person, while supplies last.
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Saturday, December 23rd, 10:30am-2:30pm - Miniature Terrarium Pop-in Activity Looking to brighten up your home or office this winter? On the hunt for a last minute gift? Stop by anytime between 10:30-2:30 to make your own miniature Mason jar terrarium. Children must be supervised at all times. Materials fee of $3 per person, while supplies |
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CONTACT: RON METCALFE PHONE: 423-470-0302 2017 Andrew Johnson Bank Ladies’ Classic Bracket Revealed Greeneville, Tenn. – The bracket for the 2017 Andrew Johnson Bank Ladies’ Classic Basketball Tournament, to be played December 27-30 at Hal Henard Elementary School, December 27-30, has been set. The 16 competing teams include Monacan High |
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Join the Casual Word and Elderbrew on Saturday, December 30th for an evening of Pints and Prose! Ten Pre-War typewriters will be on hand for you to empty your minds, and fill your glass! |
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Come ring in the New Year with Amis Mill! Our Dinner menu includes Stuffed Mushrooms, Seafood Bisque, Grilled Georgia Quail, SMores Creme Brulee and much more! Reservations begin at 5:15 with limited seating.Call 423-272-7040 for more details or to make reservations. Join Whiskey Rebellion for a roaring 20s New Year's Eve celebration! WR will open the doors on Sunday, December 31st at 6pm to serve a limited menu, offer passed hors d'oeuvres, and a midnight champagne toast! Just $15 per person and $25 per couple. Get your tickets while you can, put on your 1920s best,
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The Town of Greeneville announces plans for the fourth annual Midnight On Main celebration to ring in the new year on Sunday, Dec. 31. Two blocks of Main Street will be filled with music, dancing, food and other festivities for all ages beginning at 7 p.m. DJ Joe Prokop of Big Show Entertainment will lead Ring in the New Year at the 2nd Annual ARF Masquerade Ball! We sold out last year, and it was standing room only! This year we have moved to the large ballroom, and expect all available seating to fill up quickly, so be sure to purchase your tickets early! The elegant dinner will be served Come celebrate the end of an amazing year for Kingsport! Join us for music, food trucks, a kidzone, entertainment, giveaways, a midnight firework show and more! See you there! Join Quaker Steak and Lube for a New Year's Masquerade Party. Featuring the music of Syren, and no cover charge! The fun begins at 9pm.
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"Light Up the Night" New Year Hike New Year's Day 12:00AM – 1:30AM EST Start off the New Year right - on a "de-light-full" hike through the night. We'll light up the midnight trail with old-timey kerosene lanterns, and discover a "new world" at the beginning of a new year. After our night-time discovery hike,
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Happy Homestead Sunrise Hike January 1 6:30am - 8:00am Are you looking for a fantastic way to greet the New Year? Meet with Ranger McKay at the Visitor's Center for a very special way to greet the New Year. Start the day with a cup of coffee and donut, and walk the Bluff Loop Trail to
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January 1 9:00-11:00 AM Start the New Year off right with Roan Mountain State Park's First Hike of 2018. Join a Park Ranger for a winter morning hike along the frosty Doe River. Meet at Picnic Shelter 3 in the Campground. We will be hiking approximately 1 mile out and 1 mile back along the Tom
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ETHAN BORTNICK WEBSITE FACEBOOK TWITTER INSTAGRAM WATCH Recognized by the Guinness World Records as “The World’s Youngest Solo Musician to Head-line His Own Concert Tour,” 15-year-old Ethan Bortnick has been performing around the world, raising over $40,000,000 for charities across the globe. When he was just three years old, the Hollywood, Florida native asked his
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Saturday, January 6th, 9:30 am-noon - Old Rock Day Workshop We are going to "rock" your world with some fun in honor of Old Rock Day! Discover exactly what the difference is between Geology and Paleontology. Explore the differences between rocks and minerals, and then try out a rock and mineral hardness test while learning
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Winter Garden Seminar - A Home for Butterflies January 6 10am - noon "A Home for Butterflies" is our 29th annual Winter Garden Seminar. Rita Venable will share her wisdom and knowledge of our native butterflies, their habits and habitats. Rita is a writer, photographer, and speaker, and is the author of Butterflies of Tennessee (published in 2014).
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Discover how to create a healthy landscape that will also attract butterflies. Winter is the perfect time to plan your natural yard & garden! About the Guest Speaker: Rita Venable is a skilled and talented nature writer, photographer, and speaker. She is the author of Butterflies Of Tennessee Rita has published numerous articles and photographs
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