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In preparing for Thanksgiving, this year will be difficult with the loss of my Dad. However, Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful and thankful. It does seem ironic to have a death to make a person realize all the many blessings received. My Dad was a blessing to his family with his sense of humor, his tender heart, and his devotion to his family. I am thankful and grateful that Dad was MY Dad. Life is a gift and I hope that in preparing for your Thanksgiving Holiday, that you take the time ‘to give thanks.’

Voice Magazine and staff would like to ‘give thanks’ and express gratitude for another year. We have grown and, even with this challenging economy, the continued support to the magazine has brought new opportunities for us in the New Year.

Watch our calendar for events and future activities that we will be hosting and sponsoring in 2011. We ask our fans to continue to show their support to our advertisers and businesses in the region. Voice Magazine is a ‘free’ magazine supported by the many businesses that advertise with us. We in turn, along with our readers, support them. We too are a small business and our BIG footprint in the region helps other businesses. Our readers do show loyalty to our advertisers! Thank you! That’s what keeps us and others going strong!

We wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! With the holiday season upon us, we hope that the spirit of giving reaches you and your loved ones.

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Thought of the month: “Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.”

-Harriet Beecher Stowe, writer PUBLISHER Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. EDITOR Janie C. Jessee 423-502-6246 editor@voicemagazineforwomen.com Office Phone/Fax: 423-926-9983 office@voicemagazineforwomen.com NOVEMBER CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Fashion Flora Crystal Robertson

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PUBLISHED BY JAN-CAROL PUBLISHING, INC. (Volume 7, Issue 11) While every precaution has been taken to ensure accuracy of the published material, Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc./VOICE Magazine cannot be held responsible for opinions or facts provided by its authors, advertisers or agencies. All rights are reserved. Reproduction in whole or part is prohibited without written permission. Agencies, Advertisers and other contributors will indemnify and hold the publisher harmless for any loss or expense resulting from claims or suits based upon contents of any advertisement, defamation, libel, right of privacy, plagerism and/or copyright infringement.

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A Tribute to Dad Janie C. Jessee, Editor

Cooking Tips Crystal Robertson, UT Extension Agent

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November Hot Hunk Hunt!

The October “Hot Hunk” was George Clooney in the YWCA ad on page 24.

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“Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you.

And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” John 14:1-3 The story is told of a mother who promised her young daughter a trip to the petting zoo. Knowing the visit to the petting zoo was a few days away, the mother began talking with increased anticipation about the event. However, the mother’s anticipation only frustrated the little girl. She wanted to go NOW. But the mother knew something the little girl did not know.

If they went now, the petting zoo would not be set up and the little girl’s heart would be broken.

But if they waited just a few more days, the little girl could pet the animals to her heart’s delight.

Mom knew that there was a time and place for the promise to be fulfilled. But, the trip must wait for the appointed time.

That’s what we are doing today. Waiting for the appointed time…the day of the Lord. In fact, that’s what believers have been doing since the days after the resurrection: waiting for the return of Jesus. Some wait more patiently than others, while some try to calculate the exact date, time and place of His return. Many of us can recall recent attempts by groups to predict the return of Christ. In many ways, we are like the little girl who was promised a trip to the petting zoo and, like her, our ability to understand time is imperfect.

What the little girl needed was to trust the words of her mother. What we need, then, is to trust the words of our Savior, “And, if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” Our job is to be ready and trust that this will be a promise kept.

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Thanksgiving Trivia for Fun

2. About how many feathers does a mature turkey have?

A. 1,500 B. 2,000 C. 3,500 D. 5,000 3. Which state produces the most turkeys annually?

A. Kansas B. Ohio C. Arkansas D. Minnesota

4. What Native American tribe celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the colonists?

A. the Wampanoag tribe B. the Sioux tribe C. the Choctaw tribe D. the Arapaho tribe 5. Which U.S. president specified that Thanksgiving would fall on the last Thursday of November?

A. Martin Van Buren B. Andrew Jackson C. William H. Taft D. Abraham Lincoln Answers: 1. C. 1621 2. C. 3,500 3. D. Minnesota 4. A. the Wampanoag tribe 5. D. Abraham Lincoln

1. When was the first Thanksgiving celebration?

A. 1492 B. 1567 C. 1621 D. 1777

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Capo's is more than your average music store. We have gifts for everyone on your list including art, books, cds, dvds Appalachian crafts, acoustic music instruments and more. See their ad on page 8.

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Boones Creek Potters Gallery The perfect place for the perfect gift! New jewelry arriving daily, plus two floors of gifts for all occasions. See our ad on page 13.

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Get the Look Dear Fashion Flora, Am I too old to wear leggings...

Wearing leggings after the ages of 40 or 50 is one of those questions that does not fall as a “one size fits all” answer. According to ‘The Glam Gals,’ Deborah Boland and JoJami Tyler (http://www.fabulousafter40.com/can-you-wearleggings-after-40-or-50-or-beyond,) the short answer is, you’re never too old for leggings, but you have to put them with the right outfits, shoes, etc…To avoid a costume and be fashion forward, remember that ‘Glam Gals need to be classy, not flashy.’

SO, How do you…..

Wear Leggings as Pants They do not replace jeans. Leggings are skin hugging, and if worn with anything that ends above the thighs, can look downright tacky. Worn with a tunic top or a roomy kaftan blouse that ends at the mid-thigh, leggings can actually flatter your curves. Since leggings are meant to keep legs warm in the winter, pair up leggings with a long knit sweater, and hold it all together with an eye-catching yet, subtle belt. Do remember not to let any top you wear with leggings end above the hips.

They should always cover the hips. Complete the entire look with a pair of ballerina shoes or gladiator sandals, and a large handbag to go with them.

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Wear Leggings with a Dress Opt for a dress with a straight cut if you want to wear it with leggings. Again, a belt holding together the entire outfit is an interesting addition. In some cases, even a flowing dress will look great. Do not allow the length of the dress to go beyond the knees. Pair up the look with interesting boots with a small heel. Those women wondering how to wear leggings with heels, and who just can't complete an outfit with them, should remember plain pumps are the most preferred choice with leggings.

Wear Leggings with a Skirt The best purpose served by leggings is that they help you flaunt your legs without having to show skin. As such, women who are uncomfortable with short skirts can find leggings to their rescue. Ideally, a skirt worn with leggings should end mid-thigh.

Anything longer or shorter will look distasteful. A denim skirt is the perfect choice for leggings.

Wear Leggings with Boots The best way to wear leggings with boots is to tuck them into the boots. Ankle length boots, with a very small heel, are the perfect way to combine boots and leggings together.

Contrast the color of the leggings with the boots so as to enable both to stand out.

Avoid the DOs and DON’Ts Your figure is an important deciding factor about wearing leggings. If you are too curvy and not too tall, leggings may not be for you. While choosing the color of leggings, try to choose a shade that complements the outfit, rather than blatantly contrasting it. Steer clear of fluorescent shades, no matter what your age is. Don't wear very tight tops with leggings. The ideal look is to pair a large top with a small bottom to balance your figure.

After all these tips, you still can't be wondering how to wear leggings. Glamorize yourself with this wonderful fashion accessory. You just can't go wrong this time!

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Beauty Trends: Top Beauty Products in a recent survey, 1,500 Empire Beauty School students voted on their favorite beauty brands, and the winners were awarded the “Future Pros Style Awards” seal.

The Winners

Hereʼs a look at the beauty products the students from across the country consider the winners: • Best Curl Brand: LaCoupe • Best Drugstore Makeup Must-Have: Maybelline Great Lash Mascara • Best Hair Tool Brand: CHI • Best Shampoo & Conditioner Brand: Goldwell • Best Place to Shop for Beauty Products: any beauty supply store

• Best Nail Care Line: OPI • Best Hair-Straightening Brand: John Frieda • Best Concealer Brand: M.A.C. Cosmetics • Best Styling Brand: Goldwell • Best Skin Care Company: Olay • Best Mascara Brand: Maybelline • Best Overall Cosmetics Brand: M.A.C. • Best Overall Hair Care Line: Goldwell • Best Beauty Device: Neutrogena Wave Power Cleanser The students also consider a career as a cosmetologist a winner and one that can be fulfilling as well as lucrative. To learn more about hair and makeup and about a beauty career, visit www.empire.edu or call (866) 232-2771.

A vintage cameo ring and vintage-inspired accessories spotted at M Vintage in Jonesborough, TN.

Did you know?

When we think of things that expire, we usually think of milk, coupons, licenses, you know, the usual.

But did you know that your makeup also has an expiration date? Throw away makeup after: Mascara – 3 months Powder eye shadow – 9 to 18 months Foundation – 6 to 8 months Blush – 6 to 8 months Lipstick – 6 to 8 months Powder – 8 to 12 months Source: www.beautysecrets101.com

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I am a single 29-year-old mom, and have a 9-year-old daughter. My daughter was not invited to her friendʼs birthday party. She says that she was only girl not invited. The girl passed the invites out during school.

My daughter sits with this girl on the bus, at lunch, and they are on the cheerleading squad together. They attended each otherʼs parties last year. I am friendly with the mom and wonder if I should say something. I feel sad for my daughter and she now feels that she doesn't have ʻnice enough clothes.ʼ I also feel a bit angry, so how should I talk to my daughter about this?

was the ʻonlyʼ one not invited? How did your daughter know of the invitations, and how did she know that it was a birthday party?

Secondly, set a time to meet with the mother. Invite her to join you for a cup of coffee and discuss it. Keep cool and donʼt make a debate about it. Let your daughter know that the invitations handed out were not to ʻintentionallyʼ exclude her, but to possibly develop ʻnewʼ friendships. Address your daughterʼs comment of ʻnot nice enough clothes.ʼ Why does she feel that way? Encourage her to see her beauty in whatever she may wear.

Sincerely, Viola Voice

First, you need to set a positive example and be a positive role model in this situation. Do not express your anger or disappointment, as this will only hurt your daughterʼs feeling even more. Are you sure that she

Ask Viola Voice! Do you have a question? Send your question to: Dearviola@voicemagazineforwomen.com.

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The Wolves are Returning

With the success and excitement that the wolves brought to Abingdon in 2009, Advance Abingdon is bringing more wolves back for 2011. We have new designs, a Trotting Wolf and a Howling Pup. The wolves will be on the streets by Plumb Alley Day, May 28, 2011 and off the streets, Sept 5, 2011, and the finale shortly after that.

Wolf designs will only be accepted on an approved wolf design form and the designs will be auctioned off during the silent auction at the finale.

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There will be a wolf won by a ticket drawing during the finale, you would not have to attend only need to buy a ticket in advance. A couple of wolves will be held out for a silent auction for those who cannot attend the finale.

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Shop Capo’s This Holiday Season and let us be your “hiding place”!

Offering easy layaway for the holidays: 10% down with up to 90 days to keep it in layaway.

We will hold your purchases from Capo’s up to Christmas Eve!

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Visit our stocking stuffers section for great gift ideas!

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Jeanne Robertson Leaves a Trail of Laughter for All Ages on her Comedy with Class Tour With her career nearly half a century in the making, humorous speaker Jeanne Robertson will add to her collection of milestones with her upcoming solo tour "Comedy with Class." This 67-year-old former Miss North Carolina stands tall at 6'2" and has a personality, heart and sense of humor just as soaring. For years, this funny lady's witty speeches have been mostly limited to conventions and meetings that were closed to the general public, but with six nationally released DVDs, three books, hundreds of hours on satellite radio and over 9 million YouTube views, the demand for Jeanne's family friendly and engaging brand of comedy has grown exponentially.

Entertaining thousands each year, Jeanne is heard daily on Sirius XM Radio on the Laugh USA Family Friendly Comedy and Blue Collar Comedy channels. Meanwhile, the buzz around her laugh-out-loud comedy videos on YouTube has "gone viral" and now spans 9 million views, including more than 3.5 million for her "Don't Send a Man to the Grocery Store" story alone.

The resounding success of two upcoming shows in Dallas, TX, and Durham, NC, sealed the deal with Comedy String Entertainment and Outback Concerts for a 20-city tour in 2011. Outback Concerts is the promotion company responsible for several of the top touring comedy acts, including Jeff Foxworthy, Larry the Cable Guy and the Blue Collar Comedy Tour.

Jeanne's real life stories are relatable and memorable, making her humor stand out amongst typical comedic entertainers. Through her message-driven comedy, listeners can easily see that Jeanne reaches for the positive in people and consistently brings it to the surface while leaving them holding their sides and wiping tears from their cheeks in laughter. She embodies the classic southern woman, and at 67 years of age she shows no signs of slowing down. After decades as a public speaker and humorist, this former Miss Congeniality winner makes sure to keep her content revolving and new. "I tire of telling the same set of stories. The thrill is in creating new material. It keeps me fresh," says Jeanne.

Jeanne is no stranger to recognition either; she recently became the first woman to receive her area's Boy Scout "Man of the Year" award and has earned every top honor and award in her profession. She garnered the Certified Speaking Professional designation in 1980 and was inducted to the National Speakers Association's (NSA) Hall of Fame the following year. She shares the recognition with only 183 others, including Zig Ziglar, Ronald Reagan and Norman Vincent Peale, and was the first woman to receive NSA's most cherished honor, the Cavett Award. Standing tall in the man's world of professional speaking, she is one of the few women ever given the Golden Gavel Award from Toastmasters International, joining the likes of Earl Nightingale, Art Linkletter and Walter Cronkite.

The North Carolina Press Association named her as its 2001 North Carolinian of the Year for her "popularity on the speaking circuit, her award-winning ways and her representation of North Carolina." Past recipients include notable public figures such as Elizabeth Dole, Rev. Billy Graham and Dean Smith.

This refined comedienne brings delightful southern charm and loads of laughter to each performance. Jeanne Robertson's comedy is sharp and witty and always conveys a message beyond the surface. For more information about Jeanne and her upcoming appearances as the dates are released, please visit www.JeanneRobertson.com.

Jeanne Robertson will appear at the Paramount Center for the Arts in downtown Bristol TN/VA on Veterans Day, November 11, 2010. Tickets are $22.50 and $18 for veterans. When ordering tickets, let us know that you are a veteran. Doors will open at 6:00PM with a special tribute to female veterans, Wurlitzer music and holiday fashion.

A reception will follow in the lobby.

BRISTOL, TN/VA: SHOP LOCALLY Christmas Crunch Camp December 20th - 22nd

The 29th Annual Bristol Christmas Parade Thursday, December 2, 2010 • 7 p.m.

Please join us to usher in the joyous holiday season at the Bristol Christmas Parade on Thursday, December 2, 2010 in beautiful downtown Bristol. The parade will begin at 7 p.m. and will proceed from Bob Morrison Blvd. down State Street to the historic train station on Martin Luther King Blvd. We are looking forward to a spectacular event this year so please invite your family, friends and neighbors to watch the Bristol Christmas Parade on State Street.

ALL vehicles in the parade must be decorated with a holiday theme. For participation, please visit: www.bristolchamber.org/BristolChamber/2010Parade for an application and parade fees.

ABSOLUTE DEADLINE FOR ENTRY IS Friday November 19, 2010 PARADE FEES: NON PROFIT/ NON FLOAT $25 BEAUTY CONTESTANTS $35* NON PROFIT/ FLOAT $30 COMMERCIAL/NON-FLOAT $45 COMMERCIAL FLOAT $130 *Beauty contestants must provide their own vehicle.

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Will your kids be out of school and underfoot during the holiday season?

Will your holiday cheer be less than rosy having to deal with shopping, cooking, packing and wrapping?

Well...Theatre Bristol has what you need. A special holiday camp for children k-5 through 12th grade, December 20-22. The class will go from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily and is just $75 per camper. Christmas Crunch Camp will be a condensed version of Theatre Bristol's Summer Arts Camp where your children will learn various stagecraft skills that culminate in a performance on December 22nd with select scenes from a variety of holiday shows including Scrooge and The Gifts of the Magi. Meanwhile, mom and dad can concentrate on their various "to do" lists uninterrupted! Please pack a lunch for your child and we will provide the snacks!

Call Theatre Bristol today to register your child while there are still openings! 423-968-4977

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JOHNSON CITY, TN: SHOP LOCALLY For lasting floral beauty and fragrance–

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Yes! Just Add Water- custom floral designs is a new floral boutique located at 4411 North Roan Street, Suite 21, in the Wilson Center. “I am following what I have always wanted to do,” stated owner, Dwayne Harris. “ I love home decorating and re-designing with textures and artistic techniques.”

After working in the Transportation and Logistics for 17 years, Dwayne decided to take his self-taught talent to a business level. “I am a native of Greene County, and I have lived in Johnson City for 10 years. I saw a need in the area for truly unique home decorations that offered the customer the opportunity to personalize and tailor arrangements for their home or business. Whether it is live plants, silk arrangements, or fresh cut flowers, I use creative textures, such as decorative stones, rocks, peas, beans, or a combination to customize arrangements.”

Just Add Water- custom floral designs, with a variety of flowers and accessories, offers one of a kind arrangements from dish gardens and basket presentations, to garden style and contemporary structural designs. “With the holidays approaching, I also offer decorating services for their home or business.

Or any occasion – be it a special event or a traditional holiday. The decorations are customized designs for their décor.”

Gift ideas and hard to find accessories are among the selection for your home

at Just Add Water- custom floral designs. “I am always seeking to provide unique gifts to the customer. If someone is looking for a gift or signature home accessories, I welcome to them stop by.”

Flowers are used to commemorate life’s special occasions, and sometimes ‘just because.’ If you are looking to beautify your home, send a special message, or wishing to create a festive atmosphere for a social get-together, remember all you need is – Just Add Water- custom floral designs!

Just Add Water- custom floral designs is conveniently located across the road from Boones Creek Middle School in Boones Creek in the Wilson Center. Hours are Mon-– Fri – 9:00am – 5:00pm and Sat – 9:00am – 1:00pm. For additional information, call 423-328-0758.

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KINGSPORT, TN: SHOP LOCALLY River Mountain Antiques & Primitives has Something for Everyone

River Mountain Antiques & Primitives is conveniently located at 120 Broad St. Kingsport, TN. If you are looking for something special, you will find it here. “We offer fine antiques and rustic primitives,” stated the owner, Debbie Dykes. “You will find ‘something for everyone’ here. From our great selection of vintage pewter and crocks, to gifts for the fisherman or woman with selection of our bamboo fishing rods – which are perfect gifts.”

If decorating with a ‘rustic’ vision is what you see for your home or your lake house, your vision will be completed when shopping at River Mountain Antiques & Primitives. “Our rock tables are handcrafted from slabs of siltstone and cedar. These tables are great for a cabin or lake home, and will add to any décor.” The choice selection of gift items, home décor accessories, and one-ofa kind antiques at River Mountain Antiques & Primitives provides a one-stop shop for everyone.

River Mountain Antiques & Primitives offers more than decorations for your home. “We carry the recognized Flax and Sacred Threads clothing in styles that

will fit any figure. In addition, our sweater selection includes sweaters

by Pure & Willow. And with our women’s clothing and accessories, we offer beautiful scarves and jewelry to accent any outfit.”

If you are looking for something old, something new, or something unique, you will find it at River Mountain Antiques. “Come in and start the season with a new look for yourself and your home. If you want to have a ‘Girls Night Out’ on Thursdays for you and your friends, call and reserve the date. That’s the perfect way to start the holidays!”

Downtown Kingsport’s Holiday Open House is on Thursday, Nov. 4th from 5-8pm. Join us! Stop in and layaway now for Christmas!

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Shelia Ferguson of Kingsport styles hair at Vogue’s Fashion’s Night Out

On September 7 in New York City’s Lincoln Center, Shelia Ferguson, from Hair Benders in Kingsport Tennessee, supported Guido, Redken’s Creative Consultant, and styled hair backstage at Vogue’s Fashion’s Night Out Fashion Show - the largest fashion show in New York City history!

The show, hosted by Vogue as part of the kick-off to New York Fashion Week and Fashion’s Night Out, featured more than 170 looks highlighting the hottest styles from Fall/Winter 2010 with Shelia Ferguson star-studded celebs in attendance and top runway models strutting the catwalk!

Shelia from Hair Benders was among 100 hand-selected stylists working backstage with Guido to create seven progressive hairstyles fashioned to perfection on the top models in the industry: “Fifties Flair,” “Rocker Chic,” “Weekend Wrap-Up,” “Pure of Heart,” “Tartan Twist,” “Go Global,” “Super Model,” and “Jazz Age Cool.” “…Being a part of the Vogue Fashion’s Night Out backstage hair team allowed me to sharpen my hairstyling skills and find inspiration in runway hair trends.” says Shelia. “I learned how to take inspiration from exaggerated runway styles and create wearable styles for my clients. I can’t wait to get started!”

The show was streamed live on CBS.com and the entire show can be accessed by following this link: http://www.cbs.com/specials/fashions_night_out/webcast/ The images seen here and an additional photo gallery of the backstage environment can be found in Vogue.com. Fashion’s Night Out gallery: http://www.vogue.com/parties/fno-the-show-backstage/ Those looking for fresh, high-quality hair services can call Shelia Ferguson at 423-378-4247 to make an appointment. For more information about Redken, please visit www.redken.com.

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T gÜ|uâàx àÉ Åç Wtwwç March 29, 1928 - October 21, 2010 By daughter, Janie C. Jessee As many of you know, my Dad passed away in the early hours of Thursday morning, Oct. 21, 2010. I want to say “Thank you” to all of you for your thoughts and prayers for my family and me. It has been a difficult time, and I know that there will be many days ahead with more tears.

My Dad, Tommy Fuller, was the maturing age of 82. He was a hard worker, loving father, and a loving, caring and dedicated husband to his wife (my mother) of 62 years. Born in Tazewell, Virginia, Dad made his home in Honaker, Virginia. He worked in the coal mining industry and farmed most of his life, but in the early 1970s, he became co-owner of an excavating & trucking business with my brother, Jimmy H. Fuller. Nothing was more exciting to my Dad than to ‘run’ a bulldozer - building roads, restructuring landscapes, and moving the earth. On his last day, he spoke of his desire to go back to work…on a bulldozer.

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Rev. Stephen Musick, of Honaker, VA, was the Officiating Clergy for my dad’s funeral service. He shared stories about my Dad, but especially how my Dad was thought to be ‘everybody’s paw paw.’ No one called my Dad, Mr. Fuller. He was called ‘paw paw’ – by the young and the old. Rev. Musick reminded us of Dad’s sense of humor and Dad’s love of his family. On behalf of my family, I would like to say ‘Thank you’ to Rev. Musick for his kindness, thoughtfulness, and support. Also, we would like to express our gratitude to the Honaker Funeral Home for the professional assistance in our time of loss. And ‘Thank you’ to all of you for the food, flowers, and condolences. May God Bless each and every one of you!

Daddy - we miss you and love you! You will live on each day in our hearts!

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To all those who have spent their savings to pay for their name brand wallets, there’s a new way! We carry recycled name brand fashions, jewelry, shoes, purses, wallets and more!

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Owner: Lisa Frosley Tuesday-Saturday 10-6, Closed Sunday and Monday

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Gingerbread House Competition For a real treat, see the amazing display of gingerbread houses at Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa in Asheville, NC on November 17, 2010-January 2, 2011 on Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. Valet parking is available at $10 a vehicle. Resort guests may view the display at anytime.

There is no admission charge to view the entries to the National Gingerbread House Competition. In addition to the gingerbread overload, see the beautiful holiday displays 2009 Grand Prize Winner: throughout and warm by the giant fireplaces Jodie Stowe of Polkville, NC in the grand lobby. Pick up a map in the lobby to find the various areas where entries are displayed.

Contestants from across the country will bring their architectural masterpieces to The Grove Park Inn. Delight in the imagination shown in these sugar-and-spice creations, strolling through the competition is a sure way to be swept up in the holiday spirit.

Groups traveling by any vehicle that seats 15 or more passengers in size must make parking reservations prior to arrival.

2009 Adult First Place: Please note that these groups must have Ann Bailey of Cary, NC dining or lodging reservations. For additional information please call 1-800-438-0050, ext. 1281.

The National Gingerbread House Competition awards ceremony takes place on November 15, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. and is open to the public at no charge for admission. Following the four hour competition, the resort’s visual design team will be spending the following days placing more than 325 entries in specially crafted holiday scenes.

The grand prize winning entry and selected other winners will be removed from the display during the week of December 18 as the resort transports them to New York City for its 12th straight appearance on ABC’s “Good Morning America.”

For more information or details for application, please visit: http://www.romanticasheville.com/gingerbread.htm We look forward to your visit to 2009 Adult Second Place: Asheville, North Carolina, and the Blue Billy Mochow of Burns, TN Ridge Mountains!

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A Healthy Twist on Holiday Meals

By Crystal Robertson, UT Extension Agent The beloved family recipes of the holidays rarely offer a balance of nutritious AND delicious. In fact healthy and holiday rarely go together. According to a recent Weight Watchers report, the average American gains 7-10 pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. Cooking healthy doesn’t have to meanless flavor. Some recipes can be altered by simply reducing an ingredient or substituting one for another. Some general reductions and substitutions include the following:

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• Sugar can be reduced by 1/3. Example: If a recipe says 1 cup, use 2/3 cup. This works best in home canned and frozen fruits and in making puddings and custards. It may be less desirable for cookies and cakes. It should be remembered that non-caloric sweeteners work best as substitutes for sugar in uncooked foods unless otherwise specified. They are usually adversely affected by heat. These substitutes also do not perform the other functions of sugar, such as browning and tenderness.

• Fat can often be reduced by 1/3. Example: If the recipe has 6 tablespoons, use 4 tablespoons. This works best in gravies, sauces, puddings, and quick breads.

• Salt may be left out or reduced by ½. Example: If the recipe says 1 tablespoon, use 1½ teaspoons.

• Use spices and herbs for a different flavor.

• Whole grain flour can be substituted for ¼ to ½ of refined flour. Example: If recipe has 3 cups all purpose flour, use ¾ cup whole grain flour and 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour.

• Yogurt or cottage cheese may be substituted for sour cream in some sauce and dip recipes.

Other Common Substitutions Ingredient 1 whole egg 1 cup butter, lard or shortening 1 cup vegetable oil 1 cup whole milk 1 cup light cream 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup sour cream 1 ounce cheese Cream cheese Mayonnaise

Substitution 2 egg whites or 1/4 egg substitute or 1 egg white and 1 teaspoon vegetable oil.

1 cup soft tub margarine (or special spreads such as Benecol, Take Control, Smart Balance) or 2/3 to 3/4 cup vegetable oil, 1 cup applesauce 1 cup applesauce, fruit or vegetable purees 1 cup 1% or skim milk 1 cup evaporated skim milk or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil plus 3 tablespoons skim milk 1 cup evaporated skim milk or 2/3 cup skim milk plus 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 cup plain low or non-fat yogurt; 1 cup low/non-fat cottage cheese plus 2 teaspoons lemon juice and 2 tablespoons low fat buttermilk 1 ounce skim or low fat cheese (5 grams or less of fat per ounce) "Light" cream cheese (3 grams or less of fat per ounce). Fat-free cream cheese; Neufchatel cheese; low fat ricotta cheese Low/non-fat mayonnaise; low/non-fat plain yogurt; 3/4 cup plain yogurt with 1/4 cup low calorie mayonnaise

There are many ways to prepare delicious meals that will fuel you for the hectic holiday schedule without weighing you down. Incorporate healthy recipes, indulge in some of your favorite holiday foods – in moderation, and enjoy the season of giving thanks!

DECORATING TRENDS New Fall Trends in Home Décor

Just like your wardrobe, your home can- and should- change with the seasons. Sabrina Soto, Target Style Expert for Home and HGTV Designer, offers a few simple ways to revitalize your home décor with the hottest seasonal trends and a quick lesson in updating your wall décor.

Splashes of Color The fall color trends are vibrant and easy to incorporate- think turquoise, rust and chocolate brown. Soto suggests adding these effortless pops of color with bright accessories-vases, toss pillows and picture frames. To make an impact, use one color in the room at least three times.

Lucite Clear Style Lucite is an incredibly versatile material often used in coffee tables and lamps. Soto suggests adding a colorful shade to the base for a touch of personal style. Target has a chic geometric Lucite lamp base for only $29.99, and mix-and-match shades starting at $12.99.

Lush Velvet Comfortable cable-knit throws and heavier window treatments can give a room a more cozy look, says Soto. Velvet is on trend with its lush-looking sheen in a variety of colors including plum, rust and evergreen.

Warm Scents To make a home feel even more cozy, Soto suggests candles with pumpkin, cinnamon or vanilla aromas. A centerpiece made of pumpkins or gourds atop autumn colored linens for your dining table creates a warm, welcoming setting.

Create a Collage for Your Eclectic Taste A really hot trend right now is wall collages created with framed artwork, which can be easily updated each season by switching out photos or art in the frames or incorporating mirrors alongside traditional artwork for a personal, yet designer appeal.

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Guilt-Free Pumpkin Pie A 'skinny' version of a perennial holiday favorite made leaner but not less flavorful!

Shrimp Soufflé

1 to 11/4 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and de-veined 6 slices white bread cut into bite-size pieces 1/2 lb grated sharp cheddar cheese 1/4 cup melted butter 3 eggs, beaten 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/4 cup Countryside White 2 cups milk

Alternate layers of shrimp, bread and cheese in a buttered baking dish. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over the layered ingredients. Cover and refrigerate 3 or more hours.

Bake covered for 1 hour at 350. Serves 5-6.

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 can (15 oz each) solid-pack pumpkin 1 can (12 oz each) fat free evaporated milk 1/2 cup Egg Beaters® 100% Liquid Egg Whites 1 graham cracker pie crust (9-inch), unbaked Reddi-wip® Fat Free Dairy Whipped Topping, optional

Preheat oven to 450°F. Combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg in large bowl. Add pumpkin, evaporated milk and Egg Beaters; beat with wire whisk until well blended. Pour into crust.

Bake 20 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Bake an additional 35 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean, covering edge of crust with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes of the baking time to prevent over-browning, if necessary. Cool completely on wire rack.

Add whipped topping just before serving, if desired.

A reduced-fat graham cracker crust may be substituted--this will lower amount of fat even more.

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What: Networking & socializing with other business owners When: Thursday, November 18, 2010 6:30pm - 8:30pm Where: Just Add Water Custom Floral Designs 4411 North Roan, Unit 21, Johnson City, TN, 423-328-0758 FREE to attend! All are welcome! Drinks provided. Bring your favorite covered dish to share or donate $2.00. For more information and to RSVP, call 423-926-9983 or 423-328-0758.

God bless all of you. We wish you Happy Thanksgiving, A Blessed Christmas, and Hanukkah. Please remember and pray for our troops who protect us while we celebrate our heritage.

Come in any time and taste our award-winning wines. We've been voted best local winery for 3 years by people's choice awards. It's worth the trip! Call 423-323-1660 for more information.

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Renew and restore your holiday spirit at this private shopping and dining event!

Make the season a bit less hectic when you RSVP for a private shopping preview, leisurely brunch, personal shopping consultations and more.

Take a little time for yourself, plus get some special gifts for everyone on your Christmas list. Get it all done without the hustle and bustle of the holiday crowds! You will feel like you have your personal “Santa’s Little Helpers” as vendors assist with choosing unique gifts for all of the

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Saturday, November 13 from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

special people in your life. Simplify your holiday entertaining with scrumptious desserts, along with other tempting food and beverage items. You will even have the opportunity to put together customized gift baskets. Do you have readers on your list? Author Lisa Hall will be signing copies of her Cutie Pies Chronicles book series. Other books by Appalachian publisher, Mountain Girl Press, will also be available.

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Call to purchase tickets: (276) 494-9436 Call soon! Seating is limited.

Madagascar Coffee Company One Sheridan Square, Suite 100, Kingsport, TN (Intersection of Wilcox Dr. and Meadowview Parkway, www.madagascarcoffee.com) Tickets are $10.00.

For the price of your ticket you will receive: • A brunch buffet of fresh scones, muffins and coffee • A copy of Christmas Blooms . This wonderful collection of holiday short stories normally retails for $12.95 plus tax.

• Chances to win door prizes • A presentation/question and answer session from the vendors on gifts and advice on holiday entertaining.

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Natural Remedies for Cold and Flu Season Parents of young children know that colds and allergies are nothing to sneeze at. And when the flu strikes a household, they know that every member of the family is at risk of getting it.

While a parent’s first step should always be to consult a doctor when a child is sick, there are other natural ways to ward off germs and ease the symptoms associated with cold and flu season.

First, always remind your youngsters to wash their hands or use an all-natural hand sanitizer after using the bathroom and before and after eating. Hands should always be washed in warm, soapy water (for as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice). Remember, parents, the more you practice at home, the more your children will keep it in mind when they’re at school and under someone else’s supervision.

If a member of your family becomes ill, a study has shown that soup can ease the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections that include nasal congestion, sore throat and coughing. The study, which was published in the publication Chest, showed scientists have discovered that soup contains an anti-inflammatory mechanism, and that warm liquid can be very effective at alleviating symptoms.

Nasal irrigation is also a popular technique that is extremely effective at naturally eliminating the sources of nasal discomfort caused by colds, allergies and sinus congestion. Parents who use neti pots know that they are used by pouring a salt water

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Simply Saline® offers a line of nasal products made from purified water and salt that share the same benefits as a neti pot, but come in portable cans and offer easy-to-use application nozzles to eliminate any awkwardness or discomfort.

Another popular homemade remedy uses buckwheat honey to help alleviate coughs.

Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine recommends half a teaspoon of the honey for children 2 to 5 years old, a teaspoon for children 6 to 11 years old and two teaspoons for children over 12. Honey should not be given to children under 1 year of age as it is associated with infant botulism.

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November – National Alzheimer’s Disease Month What is Alzheimer’s disease?

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, a serious brain disorder that impacts daily living through memory loss and cognitive changes.

Alzheimer’s is a degenerative disease, progressing from mild forgetfulness to widespread neurological impairment and ultimately death. Chemical and structural changes in the brain gradually destroy the ability to create, remember, learn, reason, and relate to others. As critical cells die, drastic personality loss occurs and body systems fail.

Who has Alzheimer’s disease?

• Although not all memory loss indicates Alzheimer’s disease, one in ten people over 65 years of age, and over half of those 85+ have Alzheimer’s disease. Currently, 26 million people worldwide have this dementia, and over 15 million Americans will be affected by the year 2050.

• Early-onset Alzheimer’s effects patients under the age of 65. This relatively rare condition is seen more often when parents or grandparents developed Alzheimer’s disease at a young age, and is generally associated with three genetic markers.

• For many, recognition of memory problems in themselves or a loved one brings fear of Alzheimer’s disease. Age-related brain shrinkage does produce normal changes in processing speed, attention, and short-term memory, creating so-called “senior moments.” Understanding significance begins with knowing what is normal.

SIGNS OF NORMAL CHANGE VS. EARLY ALZHEIMER’S SYMPTOMS Normal Early Alzheimer’s disease Can’t find your keys Routinely place important items in odd places Search for casual names and words Forget names of family and common objects Briefly forget conversation details Frequently forget entire conversations Can’t find a recipe Can’t follow recipe directions Forget to write down a check Can no longer manage checkbook Cancel a date with friends Withdraw from usual interests Miss an occasional right turn Get lost in familiar places

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Each year, Medicare plans adjust in cost and coverage and the changes can be confusing for the general public. For this reason, YWCA Bristol Adult Day Services has teamed up with the First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability to offer, Medicare 101, a presentation explaining the basics of Medicare and a Medicare Enrollment Assistance Program.

Please plan to attend the FREE LECTURE on Monday, November 1st at 1:00 p.m. at YWCA Bristol, 106 State Street, Bristol, Tennessee.

Attendees will come away with a clearer understanding of various options and plans available for seniors. In addition, community members are invited to attend the MEDICARE ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM held on Tuesday, November 23rd from 9 a.m. – Noon at YWCA Bristol to get ONE-ON-ONE assistance in enrolling in a Medicare plan that is right for you! Both the lecture and assistance will be offered by Lorrie Wilson, SHIP Volunteer Program Coordinator.

To register for the lecture and/or the enrollment assistance program, please contact YWCA Bristol at 423.968.9444.

What plastics are safe?

How do you tell which plastic containers are safe and which ones leach cancer-causing chemicals into your food?

EASY - Look for the recycling number on the container. If you look at the bottom of the container, you’ll see a little triangle with a number inside it.

Then follow these guidelines.

• Containers with a 3, 6, 7 on the bottom are the most dangerous of all.

They contain a dangerous and volatile chemical called BPA, and should be avoided at all costs.

• Containers with 4 or 5 on the bottom are generally safe, but you should probably use them sparingly. And never use them in a microwave.

• Containers with 1 or 2 on the bottom are the safest. These include clear water containers, as well as most cloudy containers you normally find water and milk in. These containers, called PETE and HDPE, are safe for storing food and drink – but again, you should never use them to microwave.

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The Traveling Tea Ladies make their debut

Little Creek Books Publisher Tammy Robinson Smith is thrilled to announce the publication of LCB’s first cozy mystery series: The Traveling Tea Ladies ~ DEATH IN DALLAS. Penned by Johnson City tea aficionado Melanie O’Hara Salyers, DEATH IN DALLAS is a fun non-stop read where “Designing Women Meet Charlie’s Angels.” According to Smith, readers will love this tale of good tea, good friends, and good mystery. Smith states, “We have been on the search for a cozy mystery series for a long time. When Melanie approached us with the concept for her series, we knew we had found a winner.”

Author Melanie O’Hara Salyers brings years of experience in the tea industry along with an enormous talent for storytelling to her writing. She trains tea business professionals through her Tea Academy seminars and owns Smoky Mountain Coffee, Herb and Tea Company. She makes her home in her 106-yearold Victorian Tea Room with her husband, Keith, and their children in Johnson City, Tennessee. Melanie is available for interviews, speaking engagements and book signings. You may contact her through her publisher, or directly at missmelanies@embarqmail.com. You may read more about Melanie and The Traveling Tea Ladies at www.travelingtealadies.com.

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12 Tips to Keep your Animals Safe this Holiday Season The holiday season is upon us! But through the rush of the holidays, don’t forget the cautious care of your pets. Here are “12 pet tips of Christmas” to help keep your dog and cat safe during the eventful holiday season.

Anticipate your guest’s arrivals and confine your dog to prevent it from escaping or worse yet “soiling” your guest’s clothes with an unwanted jump.

Reduce your dog’s stress by maintaining its regular feeding and exercise routine. Develop a routine for your dog during holiday parties. A special treat in a special room of your house works well.

Put packages out of reach! Dogs who smell food in a package will rip it open. Food is the number one holiday hazard for dogs. The foods that we eat can cause havoc on an animal’s intestines. Put away children’s toys after they are opened. Ingested toys can cause choking and may have to be removed through surgery.

Tell guests not to share indulgences with your pet. Poultry skin, fat trimmings, rich gravies, and buttery sauces can cause severe vomiting, diarrhea, or even worse, a life threatening inflammation of the pancreas.

Also, remember that an ounce of alcoholic beverage can put a small dog into a coma.

Stow chocolate candy or baking ingredients out of reach. Chocolate is the most common toxicity treat during the holidays. Small amounts cause problems. Larger amounts can cause above normal heart rhythms, nervous system malfunctions, and even death. Secure your garbage in bins with tight lids. (This is a good habit to get into all year!) A dog can chew up holiday garbage, which can result in intestinal problems.

Buy only decorating products that are labeled non-toxic.

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Return paper and other gift wrapping materials to their storage places after gift wrapping is finished.

Place holiday plants out of reach and vacuum often. Poinsettia can cause drooling, oral pain, and vomiting. Mistletoe causes vomiting, labored breathing, shock, and death from cardiovascular collapse. When animals eat the needles from real or fake trees, they can also get intestinal blockage.

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Election Day

First Friday Festival in Downtown Johnson City, TN

Daylight Saving Time Ends

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Mountain Music Showcase is now seen each Saturday morning from 8:30 - 9:00 on MyTriCities WAPK channel 6 on most cable systems.

Yule Time Ladies Shopping and Dining Event: Madagascar Coffee Company 9a.m-11a.m. See ad on page 21.

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Washington County VA Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Virginia Ball Room – Every Third Thursday at 7:30am BYOB (Bring Your Own Business Networking Event): see ad on page 20.

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Abingdon, VA This is the Christmas show for all of the Celtic music fans in the Tri-Cities area! On Thursday evening, December 9th, the Abingdon Senior Center is proud to present the fabulous Celtic band from Williamsburg - Coyote Run! This is their "seasonal show" and it is a great privilege to have them bring this special show to Abingdon once again! The group was in Abingdon last December and it is thrilling to give folks in the area a chance to see this fantastic evening of music once more! An evening of family-friendly, holiday entertainment ranging from outrageous to poignant to sacred to "wow"! This enormously popular Celtic band takes you on a holiday visit

to the imagined Celtic town of Inis Veil where holiday celebrations are under way. Powerful music, storytelling, passionate musicianship and killer harmonies - this show has it all! Says Sarah Meador of Rambles.net - "Coyote Run perfectly captures the mix of rejoicing and contemplation that is the holiday season at its best!" The house opens at 7:00 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30. Tickets are $12.00 ($10.00 for Senior Center members) and children ten and under are admitted free. Call or visit the website for ore information: (276) 628-3911 - www.abgseniorcenter.org. You can visit Coyote Run on the web at: www.coyoterun.com.

Erwin, TN Christmas Shopaganza Nov 12 – Fri 6:00pm – 9:00pm Nov 13- Sat 9:00am – 2:00pm Christmas Shopaganza – First Baptist Church - Corner of Main & Love St. Come Shop and Support ‘Care and Share.’ Includes Silent Auction, a 12lb turkey drawing, and more! Proceeds to benefit ‘Care and Share.’

Nov 20 – Sat Downtown Christmas Open House 12:00pm – 5:00pm Tree lighting at 4:30pm.

Nov 27 – Sat Downtown Erwin Christmas Parade – 10:30am Johnson City, TN The Johnson City Newcomers Club is having our annual charity auction and luncheon on Nov 18th from 9:30 - 1:30 at the Johnson City Country Club. We will have gift baskets, homebaked goodies, one of a kind items, hand-crafted items, a Pigeon Forge mountain cabin weekend and much more! The cost of lunch is $13 per person and reservations/payment must be received by Nov 12. Please call Gloria Radford 423-9265852 or Pat Petti 423-282-6966 for reservations. All proceeds are given to local area charitable organizations.

The Poetry Society of Tennessee, Northeast Chapter, holds its monthly meeting on Saturday, November 13, 2010 on the campus of Northeast State Community College in the Wayne G. Basler Library - room L106. Noted local author, Jane Hicks, will be presenting a program on the trials of becoming published. All lovers of poetry are invited to attend for readings, reviews, and contest information. Annual dues for the PST-NE are $25 per year, which includes membership in the local, state, and national organizations. The meeting will begin at 10:00 am and conclude at 12:00 pm. Contact Todd Bailey at 423-367-0532 for more information. Northeast State Community College, in conjunction with the Poetry Society

of Tennessee Northeast Chapter, will be hosting an Open Mic on November 8, 2010. Poetry readings will begin at 6:00 p.m. in room L106 in the Wayne G. Basler Library on campus. Feel welcome to bring an original piece or personal favorite to share with the audience. All lovers of poetry are invited to attend the event.

Take a walk down memory lane with Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel when Blue Moon Dinner Theatre present Trouble at the Tropicabana, an audience participation murder mystery by Tony Schwartz and Marylou Ambrose. The curtain rises on November 5 and will play for two weekends only through November 13. What can you expect from an audience participation murder mystery? Fun the minute you walk in the door!

Doors open at 6:00 PM, when you’ll get a chance to mingle with Lucy, Ricky, and other cast members as they drop hints about themselves and the show and give you a chance to ask questions. At 6:30 PM, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner, featuring entrée from Green Market Pasta, while the cast keeps a low profile. The main show starts after dinner, at 7:30 PM. The action takes place in Lucy and Ricky’s living room; then switches to Ricky’s club, the Tropicabana. You’ll hear Ricky sing some Latin favorites, see the Cabana girls dance, join in a conga line, and take mambo lessons. Besides Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel, you’ll meet movie mogul heiress Celia B. DeMilo; Mr. Big, a notorious gangster; and Ricky’s cousin Rosita, an illegal alien. Will Ricky sign a movie contract? Is Celia who she claims to be? Will Lucy and Ethel ruin Ricky’s big chance with another harebrained scheme to get into show business? What’s the escaped convict Mr. Big doing at Ricky’s club? How do the Cabana girls keep those fruit baskets on their heads? And who committed the murder? The murder? That’s right—the murder! Someone will be ruthlessly murdered at the end of the show, and it’s up to you to solve the crime!

Prizes will be awarded to the first people to correctly guess both the murderer and the motive. The dinner menu can be customized to fit your culinary wishes. Vegetarian meals can be substituted at no additional cost with forty-eight (48) hours notice. Chicken Cordon Bleu, Salmon Fillet, and Fillet Mignon are also available for an added cost with forty-eight (48) hour notice. Most meal allergies can be accommodated with forty-eight (48) hours notice. Gourmet cakes and roses are also available for purchase. For Trouble at the Tropicabana, the theatre opens at 6 o'clock each evening of the performance, dinner service begins at 6:30 p.m., and the performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the dinner and performance are $39.99 plus tax. Dessert & Show tickets and Show Only tickets are available as well. For complete information and reservations, visit the website at www.Blue-

MoonDinnerTheatre.com or call (423) 232-1350 for tickets and information on group discounts.

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Blue Moon Dinner Theatre 215 E Main Street Johnson City, TN 37604 Phone (423) 232-1350 info@bluemoondinnertheatre.com Tri-Cities, TN Local Author – Lisa Hall will be appearing and offering book signings: The Gift Box Christmas Open House Saturday, November 6 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Gray Exit from I-26, left at light, mile on left. www.thegiftboxgray.com Yule Time Ladies (private brunch and shopping event) Enjoy Brunch, a free book, private shopping and more – all for the purchase of a $10.00 ticket per person! Call (276-494-9436) Saturday, November 13 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Madagascar Coffee Company One Sheridan Square, Suite 100 Kingsport, TN www.madagascarcoffeecompany.com Call (276) 494-9436 to purchase your $10.00 ticket (The price of a ticket includes brunch, a free book, private shopping and more!)

Mountain Girl Press and Voice Magazine ask for your attendance!

Mountain Girl Press and Voice Magazine for Women invite you to a stress-free shopping event sure to make your holidays brighter this year. Join us from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at the Madagascar Coffee Company located at One Sheridan Square, Suite 100, Kingsport, TN (Intersection of Wilcox Dr. and Meadowview Parkway.)

Mountain Girl Press Publisher Tammy Robinson Smith says, “This premier event will put the fun back into holiday shopping. Gather your best girlfriends, your mom, or sister and come enjoy tasty goodies and Madagascar coffee while our vendors show you their best gift ideas. Afterward, all you have to do is pick up your gifts from each booth, and check holiday shopping off of your “to do” list. What a great Saturday morning treat for busy ladies!”

This shopping extravaganza will include a light brunch while you listen to holiday shopping tips for even the

Elizabethton Christmas Open House Sunday, November 21 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Lisa Hall will be signing books at the Coffee Company, 444 East Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, during this event. Downtown Elizabethton merchants welcome Christmas shoppers to experience downtown shopping during Elizabethton Christmas Open House event. www.experiencingcoffee.com Wise County, VA Tales of the Lonesome Pine announces upcoming schedule: Thursday Nov 11th, 7pm - Schlock and Awe Friday Nov 12th, 7pm - Murder in the Bookstore VII: Get in Line!!!! Everyone just loves Ms. Meadows - - - so why is she dead???? Reserve your part by Nov 5th to take part Friday Dec 3rd, 7pm Hanukkah - Hear the story and taste the traditions of this ancient celebration with special guests from the community Thursday Dec 9th, 7pm - Schlock and Awe Friday Dec 10th, 7pm - Celtic Christmas. One of our most popular annual events - reservations strongly recommended Tales of the Lonesome Pine Used Books 404 Clinton Ave East Big Stone Gap, VA 24219 276-523-5097 www.scottishsongandstory.co.uk www.clanjamphry.com www.bigstoneceltic.com

pickiest person on your Christmas list from unique vendors from across the Tri-Cities. Vendors include Southern Treasures; Spa Glow; Mountain Girl Press; Madagascar Coffee Company; Lisa Hall, author of the regional, best-sellers The Cutie Pies Chronicles; as well as customized holiday cards; opportunities to customize your own gift baskets; and holiday food and dessert vendors to make entertaining this year simple and delicious; and much more!

Gifts for the men on your list, the kids, family members, friends - and ‘those hard to buy for’ as well!

Door prizes will be awarded throughout the morning.

And, everyone who purchases a ticket for the event will receive a ‘free’ copy of CHRISTMAS BLOOMS, a collection of short stories written by Appalachian women writers (a $12.95 retail value.) Cost of the ticket includes brunch, private shopping, and the book, all for $10.00.

Put fun back into your shopping and join us!

Don’t delay! Call (276) 494-9436 to purchase your ticket, now. Seating is limited. Call today.

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Pickers and public welcome. Taping a bluegrass or traditional country music band the first Saturday of each month at 7 pm. Free admission. Good food and non-alcoholic drinks available. The Crooked Road General Store is located at 6292 Gate City Highway, Bristol, VA. Take Exit 1 off Interstate 81, go 2 miles and look for the red sign on the left.

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Down 1. Drink from a dish 2. Brio 3. "Not to mention ..."

4. All in a hand 5. The "N" of U.N.C.F. 6. Bauxite, e.g.

7. Rubberneck 8. Stop flow of 9. Bull markets 10. Extreme dislike 11. Lush 12. "___ and the King of Siam" 14. Asian weight units 15. Appraiser 21. Polytheistic Neo-Pagan religion 24. Declines 26. "___ any drop to drink": Coleridge 27. "Cast Away" setting 28. Denials 29. Gossamer 31. Deep cavity 34. "C'___ la vie!"

35. Bit of a draft 36. "Star Trek" speed 37. Cleaning cabinet supplies 39. Buenos ___ 40. "___ of the Lock" 43. Gun, as an engine 45. Like some exercises 47. Vessel for storing drinks 48. Determined organism's sex 49. Quartet member 50. Type of computer 52. Engages in 53. Chance occurrences 55. Arizona Indian 57. Alliance acronym 58. House 60. "I" problem 62. Big Apple inits.

63. "48___"