November 6, 2009 - November 28, 2009 | 7:00 PM | 700 Holston Avenue

The Forbes Family Christmas Animated Lights will be on display Nov. 28 through Dec. 25 at the 700 block of Holston Avenue in Elizabethton. Visitors can tune their car radios to 106.7 FM to enjoy 125,000 lights twinkling to Christmas music. Admission is free; however, a donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation is appreciated.

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November 20, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Kingsport Grocery Company

Copper Ridge @ the Kingsport Grocery Company Nov 20th @ 9PM

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November 20, 2009 | 12:00 PM | Quality Inn

Kiwanis Club of Kingsport will meet at noon at the Quality Inn, off Stone Drive, Kingsport.

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November 20, 2009 | 11:00 AM | Mountain View Regional Medical Center

Wellmont Health System's Marsh Regional Blood Center will hold public blood drives from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Office Max, Bristol, Va.; and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Mountain View Regional Medical Center, Norton, Va. Donors must be 17 or older, weigh 110 pounds or more, and be in good health Call 224-5888.

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November 20, 2009 | 10:00 AM | Office Max

Wellmont Health System's Marsh Regional Blood Center will hold public blood drives from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Office Max, Bristol, Va.; and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Mountain View Regional Medical Center, Norton, Va. Donors must be 17 or older, weigh 110 pounds or more, and be in good health Call 224-5888.

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November 20, 2009 | 12:00 PM | Food City dining room, Crown Center Plaza

Kingsport Republican Women will hold a luncheon with Tennessee Comptroller Justin Wilson at noon at the Food City dining room, Crown Center Plaza, Eastman Road, Kingsport. State Rep. Tony Shipley will be receive a special Legislator of the Year Award. To make reservations, call Linda Buckles at 288-5867 or e-mail ldbuckles@aol.com. Cost is $11.

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November 20, 2009 | 9:30 AM | Bob Clear Conference Room

The Kingsport Gateway Review Commission will meet at 9:30 a.m., in the Bob Clear Conference Room, 201 W. Market St. Call Forrest Koder at 229-9486.

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November 20, 2009 | 11:30 AM | Boys and Girls Club of Greater Kingsport

The United Way of Greater Kingsport will hold its Community Campaign Celebration from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Kingsport, off Stone Drive. A silent auction of UT memorabilia signed by Lady Vols basketball coach Pat Summitt will be held.

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November 20, 2009 | 8:00 PM | The Bus Pit

Karl Shiflett grew up in Texas with a love for "Acoustic Country" music of all styles. He began playing guitar and singing at the age of nine. His musical influences include Buck Owens, Porter Waggoner, Bob Wills, Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt & Earl Scruggs along with a multitude of others. He began his professional career as a sideman in the 1980's and has been a bandleader since 1993.

Come on out to see Karl & His Band Friday night!!!

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Category: Live Music

November 6, 2009 - November 28, 2009 | 7:00 PM | 700 Holston Avenue

The Forbes Family Christmas Animated Lights will be on display Nov. 28 through Dec. 25 at the 700 block of Holston Avenue in Elizabethton. Visitors can tune their car radios to 106.7 FM to enjoy 125,000 lights twinkling to Christmas music. Admission is free; however, a donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation is appreciated.

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November 6, 2009 - November 27, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Hands On! Regional Museum

November events at Hands On! Regional Museum in Johnson City include: Maze-a-Palooza, all month long; Showing of the Trees: Nov. 4-17; Museum will close at noon, Nov. 19, and reopen Nov. 22 for the Night of Lights Gala; Annual Night of Lights Gala: Nov. 20-21; closed for Thanksgiving on Nov. 26; Black Friday Fun Workshop: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Nov. 27. Call 423-434-HAND.

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November 4, 2009 - December 31, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Kingsport Grocery Company

Bobby Starnes will be hosting the Songwriter's Open Mic Night at the Kingsport Grocery Company every Tuesday night starting 8:00pm. Everyone welcome to jam!

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Category: Live Music

November 20, 2009 | 10:00 PM | Capone's

For a dose of real, down home country, make time for Knoxville's Matt Stillwell @ Capone's 11/20.

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November 20, 2009 | 8:00 PM | The Bus Pit

Catch Karl Shifflett & Big Country @ The Bus Pit 11/20/09

$5 at the door

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November 20, 2009 | 10:00 PM | Acoustic Coffeehouse

Late show at the Coffeehouse - Enigmatic Foe @ Acoustic Coffeehouse Next Door

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November 20, 2009 - November 21, 2009 | 10:00 PM | Rock N Horse II

A full weekend of good country - Crystal Morrisette @ Rock N Horse II

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November 20, 2009 | 8:00 PM | Freedom Hall Civic Center

Country comes back to the big house - Jason Aldean & Colt Ford @ Freedom Hall

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November 20, 2009 | 10:00 PM | O'Mainnin's Pub & Grille

Nomadz @ O'Mainnin's - The blues head back to Bristol Friday night.

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November 20, 2009 | 9:00 PM | Kingsport Grocery Company

Country comes to downtown: Copper Ridge @ KIngsport Grocery Company

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November 17, 2009 - November 24, 2009 | 7:00 PM

Just in time for the holidays! Crocheted fabric pots are a quick, economical gift that's sure to please. Simply use basic crochet skills and scrap fabric. Nov. 17 (7–9 p.m.) and 24 (7–8 p.m.), 2009. More at www.cindihuss.com. Contact Cindi Huss: 423-245-5408 or cindi@cindihuss.com. Prereg. req'd.

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Category: Classes/Workshops

November 17, 2009 - November 24, 2009 | 7:00 PM

Just in time for the holidays! Crocheted fabric pots are a quick, economical gift that's sure to please. Simply use basic crochet skills and scrap fabric. Nov. 17 (7–9 p.m.) and 24 (7–8 p.m.), 2009. More at www.cindihuss.com. Contact Cindi Huss: 423-245-5408 or cindi@cindihuss.com. Prereg. req'd.

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Category: Classes/Workshops

November 3, 2009 - November 24, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Health Resources Center, The Mall at Johnson City

Young Moms and Dads Group, 3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Nov. 3-24, Health Resources Center, The Mall at Johnson City. To pre-register, call 952-3700.

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November 20, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Health Resources Center, The Mall at Johnson City

Female Pelvic Organ Prolapse, noon, Nov. 20, Health Resources Center, The Mall at Johnson City. To pre-register, call 952-3700.

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October 27, 2009 - November 24, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Renaissance Center

Sea My Quilt; First Frontier Quilters annual challenge show. Quilts must have an aquatic/nautical theme and use a substantial amount of supplied "challenge fabric" Opening reception is November 1st from 2 to 4. Ribbons to be award at 2:15 light refreshments come on down

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October 5, 2009 - December 14, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Broadmore Senior Living

Broadmore Senior Living of Bristol invites you to join our Grief Share Support Group every Monday at 2:30. For more information, please contact us 423-764-4622. Broadmore Senior Living of Bristol is located at 826 Meadowview Road in Bristol, TN (behind Bristol Regional Medical Center)

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Category: Health

October 9, 2009 - November 21, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Proud Annie Mystery Theater

Proud Annie Mystery Theatre presents: "Bloodhounds II" which is set in 1930's Jonesboro in the editing office of "The Jonesboro Star" a weekly tabloid of nefarious news. Trying to decide what their lead story should be for their Halloween issue, a staff member introduces the rumor of the "Jonesboro Biter" a vampire-like individual that consumes blood from the unsuspecting populace. When a patron is "bitten", experts are called in to help locate the vampire for interview by the lead reporter. The "Clue Hunt" includes a trip to the upstairs vampire lair where clues to the identity of the vampire are located in a suspected daytime casket of the villain "biter." Identify the "Biter" and win prizes!
All this intermingled with a six-course gourmet dinner "to die for."
A four hour taste experience and entertainment extravaganza beginning at 6:30 pm most Friday and Saturday nights requiring reservations at $42.50 per person + tax, BYOB set-ups available with no corkage fees.
Discounts available for groups of eight or more. Costumes are encouraged. Visa, MasterCard and Discover Cards accepted. Photos will be taken during performances and e-mailed to patrons.
For more information and reservations phone (423) 753-3735

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Category: Performing Arts

September 4, 2009 - November 23, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Museum of the Middle Appalachians

Deltiology and the Postcard: A Lost Medium for Messaging” is the new exhibit in the Saltville Hall of the Museum of the Middle Appalachians in Saltville

Deltiology, the formal name for postcard collecting, is now the third largest collectable hobby in the world.
The exhibit features postcards from Galax, Wytheville, Bristol, Abingdon, Lebanon, Glade Spring, Preacher Creek, Pocahontas, Gate City, Tazewell, Dante, Sugar Grove, Carroll County, Newbern, Salem, Norton, Grundy, and of course, Saltville.
Call the Museum at 276-496-3633 or visit www.museum-mid-app.org

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Category: Exhibits

September 4, 2009 - December 30, 2009 | 7:00 PM | Cahootenanny's

Every Wednesday @ Cahootenany's in Johnson City, Tennessee, we have $5.00 bottomless draft from 9p.m. til 3 a.m. This is a night where we encourage local musicians to come play and also local artist to come sell their artwork or crafts.

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Category: Live Music

September 14, 2009 - December 21, 2009 | Celebration Church

Discussion/DVD support group for those grieving the loss of a loved one. Each week is self-contained so you can start anytime.
Monday at 7pm at Celebration Church, 429 Shipley Ferry Rd, Blountville (enter through back of building)
Call Ann at 423-384-6258

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Category: Religion

July 31, 2009 - January 3, 2010 | William King Regional Art Center

This exhibit of tall case clocks and shelf clocks explores the history, innovations, and rivalries of Northeastern clock manufactures from 1790-1870.

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June 3, 2009 - December 21, 2009 | Celebration Church

GriefShare is a 13 week 2 hour video support group for those grieving the loss of a loved one. Each week is self contained so you can start when you are ready. GriefShare is lead by volunteers who have experienced the grieving process. Subject include Living with Grief, The Journey of Grief, The Effects of Grief, Why?, and many others. Join at at 7pm on Monday evenings. Also coming in Nov and Dec one evening seminars on Surviving the Holidays.

Celebration Church
429 Shipley Ferry Rd
Blountville TN 37617
423-323-3969

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Category: Religion

March 31, 2009 - December 29, 2009 | Earth Fare Market

Gluten Free Gatherings is a new community program sponsored by Earth Fare Market in conjunction with Healthier Solutions by Marie. It's aim is to provide support and information to people in the Tri Cities who are dealing with celiac disease or gluten intolerance issues.

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Category: Health

November 15, 2009 - December 31, 2009

A beloved holiday tradition, the Festival of Trees at the Southwest Virginia Museum celebrates its 14th year. Get in the mood for the holidays as you tour the museum's four floors of more than 80 wonderfully decorated trees, fireplace mantles, banisters and doorways. The trees are decorated by individuals, families, churches, schools, businesses and civic groups in the region. Step into a lovely, enchanting atmosphere of community and holiday spirit. Regular museum admission rates apply.

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Category: Fairs & Festivals