May Issue 2010 by Voice Magazine For Women

Have you ever had that moment in time? You know, that ‘defining moment’ that you will always recalled or that moment which changes the course of life for you. The month of May has always been a ‘defining moment’ for me. Graduations, loss of family members, job changes, and real estate purchases all seem to have one thing in common – they have occurred in the month of May. This May is keeping the tradition – how? We’ve moved! Voice Magazine has moved into a new office that is located on Bristol Hwy - just as you drive into Johnson City – just passed Pal’s and across from Food Lion. While searching for computer cords, outlets that work, and mouse pads, we were still able to keep on schedule for this month’s issue. Please enjoy this ‘follow-up on the expo’ issue. If you did not attend, shame on you! We had great entertainment, wonderful exhibitors with different products to sell, very supportive sponsors, and raised money for local charities. (Please see ‘on the cover’ for complete coverage.) For everyone involved this year, let me give you a huge – THANK YOU! And a gigantic ‘THANK YOU’ to our event planner Brandi Woodall, Positive Approach Events & Consulting, for all her long hours and dedication in making this event a success! Voice Magazine will be hosting other events this year. All will be fundraisers, and if you would like your non-profit organization to be considered as a recipient, please contact us, 423-926-9983. The region and local communities have been so supportive to us and we enjoy returning the support! We invite you to join our local version of Facebook, through our website by clicking on: http://tricitiesbusinesswomen.ning.com -Women Networking in Tri-Cities TN/VA. And - we want to hear from you! Please send your suggestions, comments and press releases to: comments@voicemagazineforwomen.com. Thank you to all our supporters and fans! Thought of the month: "Do not fear the winds of adversity. Remember: A kite rises against the wind rather than with it.” Author Unknown Verse of the month: “When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to his mother, “Woman, behold, your son!” (27) Then he said to the disciple, “Behold, your mother!” And from that hour the disciple took her to his own home.” John 19:26-27 KJV Happy Mother’s Day to MY Mother – I love you very much!

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Going into our 7th year, we are ahead of the rest and we are the best! Thanks to our advertisers and readers! We couldn’t be here and there without all of you!

600,000 Readers Annually, and Still Growing! We hope that you recognize the wonderful ladies gracing our front cover. Congratulations to all the “Tribute to Women” recipients of such an honorable award! Also, in this ʻfollow up on the expoʼ issue, we would like to say thank you to all our exhibitors, sponsors and say that it was a pleasure working with the charities: Second Harvest Food Bank, Abuse Alternatives, Jurneeʼs Journey, and Theatre of Bristol. Collectively, we raised hundreds of dollars for them, and thank you to all of you contributing and participating to make each event a success!

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May Hot Hunk Hunt! The April “Hot Hunk” was Apolo Ohno in the Countryside Vinyard ad on page 20.

Kellan Lutz Each month Voice will “hide” a picture of a “Hot Hunk.” If you find him, fill out this form and mail it in and you could WIN LUNCH FOR 2 at one of the Tri-Cities Restaurants!

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Voice Magazine For Women Introduces the First “Finer Consigner’s Guide” Now Available at Select Locations! Featuring the Best Consignment Shopping in the Area: Baby Boomerang Becca's Boutique Carol's Things Décor Exchange Encore Family Closet English Rose Antiques Furniture Warehouse Just Stuff Lend A Paw Thrift Shop Now and Again Packadoo Consignment Warehouse Plus Boutique Consignment The Furniture Warehouse The Refinery The Willow Tree Trendy Threads Try It Again Consignment & Tanning Wave Consignment Wear It’s At Consignment Boutique Welcome Home- Home Décor Consignment

Best friends and business partners, Rhonda Parvin and Wanda Robinson own Shear Grace Salon and Plus Size Boutique Consignment Shop. Their partnership dates back to 1983 when Gray Beauty Salon was located in the Red Barn Shopping Center; the current location of McDonald’s. Rhonda Parvin and Wanda Robinson, owners of Shear For 48 years, Rhonda Grace Salon and Plus Size Boutique Consignment. Parvin has been an educator and hairstylist. (She is the former owner of the Get The Look Salon & Day Spa.) Wanda was a hairstylist for 15 years before retiring to take care of her daughter. And they have remained best friends since 1983. Both Wanda and Rhonda have been active participants in the Gray community for several years, donating their time, money, and energy to various causes. With so many activities in common, they realized that they shared a common dilemma – where to find reasonably priced clothing for plus size women. Both ladies, being plus size themselves, found it to be difficult to find modestly priced clothing. The two decided to do something about it! Just as the friendship remained, they once again joined together in business. In January of 2010, the duo opened the Plus Size Boutique and Consignment Shop in Gray, TN located at 109 Industrial Drive, just passed Pal’s off of Gray Station Road. “My vision for the consignment shop is not only to help plus size women of the Tri-Cities save money on fashionable clothing, but also to bless all who enter,” according to Wanda. “And I am so excited to offer stylish clothing that is budget friendly.” The consignment shop is now accepting spring and summer apparel. Their merchandise includes clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories. The sizes range from 14 to 5X. “We would love to meet you, and help you find clothing. Hope to see you soon!” If you are looking for that hard to find style or that hard to find size, you will not be disappointed when you visit Shear Grace Salon and Plus Size Boutique Consignment Shop! See their ad on the next page (page 5).

Fashion and Fitness for Summer Summer is lurking and yes, we are all excited for some fun in the sun but what some of us aren’t so excited about are BATHING SUITS…AHHHHHH! As mentioned in last month’s fashion article, you can find that perfect bath suit to camouflage those imperfections, but this month I want to tell you about some easy exercises that everyone can do to get ready for the swimsuit season. These are some great and easy exercises that will give quick results: • For butt, hips, & legs, lunges are the best. They shape and lift. Try doing three sets of 20 either in place switching legs every 10 lunges or find an open area in your home or gym where you can actually travel forward. • Backward lunges are also great and hit another set of muscles. On your last lunge of each set go deep into the bend and hold it for 15 seconds on each side. You will feel the burn, and you will probably be sore tomorrow, but that’s how you know it’s working! • Another great way to work the hips and butt is to lay on one side with your body in a straight line and your legs straight as well, flex your top foot and lift it toward the ceiling. Try three

sets of 20 again switching sides after each set. • Also, get on all fours, keep your knee bent at 90 degrees and raise your foot toward the ceiling. This will work the area directly under your behind. Three sets of 20 will once again be sufficient. For arms: • Get yourself a set of dumbbells anywhere from 5 -10 lbs. Stand straight up with your hands down at your side holding a dumbbell in each. Your palms should be facing forward and away from you. Then bend your elbow but make sure it stays glued to your side. Only bring your hands toward your chest with your palms now facing your chest. Three sets of 15 for this exercise will get your biceps looking phenomenal in your tank tops. • There are several other simple exercises to get beach beautiful so stay tuned for future articles where I will share some more. Until next time Tri-Cities, enjoy the sun and be gorgeous! Passion for Fashion Please send your suggestions or fashion comments topassionforfashion@voicemagazineforwomen.com

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Recipients Honored at YW Tribute to Women Banquet YWCA’s 19th annual Tribute to Women Steering Committee is proud to announce this year’s recipients. This unique program empowers women by providing corporations, organizations and businesses the opportunity to publicly recognize the outstanding achievements of exceptional women in East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. Every day in the Tri-Cities, our communities are supported and strengthened by women devoted to enriching the quality of life for others. Every year, the YWCA honors these individuals and their many contributions to the artistic, cultural, educational and charitable areas of our lives. The YWCA is pleased to name 12 women from the Tri-Cities area as 2010 YW Tribute to Women honorees. A special panel of out-of-state judges considered nominees from the fields of art, education, business and community service. This year’s recipients are listed below.

Arts

Louise Bailey Dickson Her ancestors had the first land grant in Sullivan County, so zeal for this region is in Louise Bailey Dickson’s blood. In 1988, her dream to produce an event for the community, by the community, was realized in Kingsport’s Showtime, a family musical entertainment performance for which she produces an original theme every year. With her Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate degrees from ETSU, she has worked in many capacities in performing arts, choreography, and directing and producing. A recipient of the Outstanding Citizen Award, Louise is a creative asset and community treasure to Kingsport.

Jayne Duehring Jayne Duehring planned performances at a young age for her neighborhood and clearly this practice paid dividends for her future as the Director of Advancement at Barter Theatre. At the theatre, she effectively has held multiple titles, but her current title was designed for her since she has a unique talent for bringing people together – both on staff and in the community. Using her Dance Education degree, Jayne has successfully taught, fundraised and encouraged new programs (such as Theatre Thursday and The Green Room Society) for the theatre and the community.

Diane R. Nelson A well-published and prized artist and photographer, Diane R. Nelson has held various positions, including President, for Kingsport Art Guild. With twenty years of artistic experience, she has traveled the world photographing diving expeditions, and after retiring from ETSU as a professor of biological sciences, continues to conduct research to enhance her profession. With a generous heart, she donates her work to numerous area fundraisers and is a member of the Johnson City Affiliate of NAMI Tennessee, serving as Vice-President of the Board of Directors.

Business & Professional Etta Ryan Clark With a passion for knowing and understanding her coworkers and fellow community members, Etta Ryan Clark, VP of Public Affairs at Eastman Chemical Company, is a true difference-maker. Those who have worked with her can vouch for her strong desire to make everyone, stranger or friend, feel valued and important. A graduate of UT College of Law, Etta volunteers in many areas of the community including Kingsport’s United Way and Chamber of Commerce, and the Sullivan County Community Board for Indian Path Hospital. She does not just balance family, work and volunteer activities- she gives herself fully to each area with poise and compassion. Faith Dillow Esposito Those who know her best, champion Faith Dillow Esposito’s juggling skills of her professional aspirations and those needs of her family. Graduating with her J.D. (U of R Law School) in 1983, she worked at her family’s law practice for 27 years. Along with presiding as the only female substitute judge for the 28th Judicial Circuit Court of VA, she has made a practice of donating roughly 20% of her own legal services pro bono. Furthermore, she volunteers as the Vice-Chairman of the Bristol VA Utilities Board and has donated extensive hours to Bristol VA City Schools. Linda Peters Hoit In her 34 years as a community activist, Linda Peters Hoit has redefined the passion required to champion for the welfare of others. Extensive work in social and community programs for domestic abuse victims, homeless individuals, developing children, and at-risk young adults, as well as strong commitments to her

church and area education, have given her invaluable insight into the needs of a society. Linda is now using this knowledge to identify, eliminate and prevent crime and drugs in Johnson City as the Weed and Seed Coordinator.

Education Dr. Karen Cajka Honing her teaching skills from Pennsylvania to Mississippi, Dr. Karen Cajka tackles social justice issues such as bigotry, discrimination and oppression with vigor and persistence. Recently selected as Director of the Women’s Studies program at ETSU, with its newlyimplemented major (much to her credit), and recipient of the prestigious Patricia E. Robertson Diversity Leadership Award, she has successfully shed light on topics of diversity. Along with receiving a 99% student approval rating, she researches women’s writing from the 18th Century and has held numerous leadership roles on various educational platforms. Rhonda MacPherson Morgan Life-long learning is a term embodied by Rhonda Morgan, VP of Clinical Services at Holston Valley Medical Center. Rhonda’s nursing studies will soon include a doctorate degree from Waynesburg University, but her idea of education is not limited to a classroom. She emphasizes sharing knowledge and experience across her profession, and contributes her skill and expertise into the learning of others, evidenced by her title as 2009 executive nurse of distinction from the Tennessee Hospital Association. A believer in giving back to her community and profession, Rhonda donates all proceeds from her seven-part neuroscience course to fund education opportunities for local nurses. Kelly A. Vance Kelly A. Vance, with her commitment to academic excellence, communication, leadership, and innovation in the high school arena, supersedes expectations as a teacher at Tennessee High School. Her volunteer hours towards ACT tutoring have resulted in improving her students’ English scores by 3-5 points. She has leadership experience on various committees, including the Bristol TN Education Association. These fore mentioned items, plus her innovative work to develop online curriculums and a text-alert system for the THS senior class, leaves no doubt to why she was a Semifinalist for the McGlothlin Award in Teaching Excellence.

Volunteer Community Service Doris Hart Bush Doris Hart Bush, Executive Director of United Way of Greater Kingsport,

seeks to pour herself and her abilities back into our community. Her accomplishments at United Way, have, among other benefits, helped to raise $3.718 million in 2009, surpassing the campaign’s goal. Doris is a graduate of both Lead Bristol and Leadership Kingsport, and has served in such organizations as SHOUT! Youth Leadership, Junior League of Kingsport, American Red Cross, and Foundation for Excellence in Public Education in Sullivan County. She also gives her time to mentor new non-profit directors so they may take advantage of her extensive knowledge of the volunteer world.

Lizanne Elliot Even as a Doctorate student and an assistant professor at King College, Lizanne Elliot, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, still makes time to serve with Crossroads Medical Mission, which provides free healthcare to those in need. Lizanne has an enthusiasm for her patients that drives her to give each of them the care and individual attention they have often been denied elsewhere. Her busy schedule doesn’t stop here- with tireless effort, she humbly offers her advice and skill to others, and also seeks to continue her learning through the knowledge of her peers. Lizanne’s generosity of time and experience are invaluable to those around her.

Dr. Susan F. Lapis With over 700 volunteer hours of flying for SouthWings, a non-profit organization that provides volunteer pilots for environmental missions, Dr. Susan Lapis uses her science background and teaching experience to make education the extra dimension on her flights. She has flown with CNN, 60 Minutes, The Washington Postand the Sierra Club, to name a few of many. Dr. Lapis’ flights have made many contributions to environmental missions, like enabling the protection of hundreds of acres of pristine forest ecosystem and working towards the improvement of state and federal water quality laws.

Tribute to Women Awards Banquet

Award recipients were honored during the annual Tribute to Women celebration on Thursday, April 22, at 6 p.m., which was hosted by Brenda White Wright, local motivational speaker. Support of the YWCA through Tribute to Women directly affects women, children and families in this region as the YWCA tackles the toughest community issues, which include affordable childcare, racial justice, teen pregnancy, youth development, technology education and more. For more information about this program or the other programs of the YWCA, visit www.ywcabristol.org, or contact the YWCA at (423) 968-9444 or via e-mail at ywca@ywcabristol.org.

Held at The Bristol Mall April 30, May 1 & 2

Fashions by Misty Mountain Designs

Fashion Shows by: Misty Mountain Designs (Located in Bristol Mall) Maurices (Located in Bristol Mall) Curvacious Consignment (Located in Boones Creek) Proceeds benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank Fashions by Maurices

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Thanks to our Many Exhibitors

Giving Back to the Community A portion of the proceeds from the Expo was donated to the following charities: Jurneeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Journey, Abuse Alternatives, Theatre Bristol, and Second Harvest Food Bank. Hundreds of dollars were raised for these organizations. Thank you to all who contributed!

Mutt Strutt Doggie Fashion Show

Bachelor’s Auction

Proceeds benefiting Jurnee’s Journey

Proceeds benefiting Abuse Alternatives

Pictured above are the contestants and Host Jurnee Carr in the 3rd Annual Mutt Strutt Doggie Fashion Show held on Saturday, May 1.

A Bachelorʼs Auction was held on Saturday, May 1 to raise money for Abuse Alternatives. Pictured are the bachelors: Patrick Savage (Interactive Branding Manager, Times Digital Group), Jamie Dove (Owner of Cahootenanyʼs and Main St. Pizza Company), David Pennington (Principal Broker for the URA, LLC, Johnson City, TN), and Emcee Jessica Nixon.

Silent Art Auction

Mutt Strutt Doggie Fashion Show Winners

Proceeds benefiting Theatre Bristol

2nd Place Winner- “Dog-Gone Loveable” Grand Prize WinnerLadonna Cable and Isabella. “Owner and Pet Look Alike” Tiffany Porter and Tiffʼs Tipper.

3rd Place Winner“I Got Personality” Janie Hyder and Moose.

Thank You to our Sponsors

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A Silent Art Auction was help on Sunday, May 2 to raise money for Theatre Bristol. Pictured above are actors giving a preview of “Seussical the Musical”. See page 17 for more information about the auction and Theatre Bristol.

Congratulations to Tonya Nidiffer as the winner of the cruise giveaway from Cruise Planners!

Photos By Amanda Hyder/Voice Magazine

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Cherokee Distributing brings Blue Moon to Blue Plum Festival Rob Sampson, rsampson@cherokeedistributing.com

It’s going to be a very blue, Blue Plum Festival this year. Cherokee Distributing Company along with Blue Moon Brewery announces that they are the title sponsor of the 3-day event. “Cherokee Distributing Company has been involved in the festival since its inception,” says Rob Sampson, general manager for Cherokee Distributing Company. “When the opportunity presented itself to be the title sponsor for 2010, we jumped at the chance.” Blue Moon Brewery will have a presence throughout the entire festival. They will feature giveaways in all dining establishments throughout downtown. They will also have Blue Moon sampling teams working on Friday and Saturday night. “We want all festival attendees to have the best experience possible,” says Sampson. “But we also promote responsible consumption and will be participating in the wristband program that has been in place during prior festivals.” Executive Director for Blue Plum Festival, David Pennington, says the wristband program has worked well in previous years. “You come in, show your I.D. at one of the designated sites, and you receive a wristband,” says Pennington. “It’s good for all the bars and restaurants downtown. It’s hassle free, really.” Pennington says that partnering with Blue Moon Brewery is exciting because it’s such a well matched collaboration. “I really can’t think of a better fit for the festival,” says Pennington. “We have so many new attributes coming to the festival. It’s going to be an exciting year.” Blue Plum Festival will be held the first weekend in June. For more information on this year’s Blue Plum Festival, visit www.blueplum.org.

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Meet Terry Kazmier of Sugar Mama Waxing & Beauty Studio

Comfort and convenience go hand in hand at Sugar Mama, Kingsport Town Center’s up and coming Waxing and Beauty Studio. Owner Terry Kazmier had a vision to fill an unmet need for today’s working woman. “I wanted to create a studio for the everyday person. I wanted them to receive quality services and beauty products in an appealing location with professional, licensed aestheticians.” But Terry didn’t stop there in her vision of what Sugar Mama could offer clients. Instead of just offering the sugar-based wax that has been around since Cleopatra’s day, Sugar Mama offers a variety of other waxes that can be customized for each individual’s needs based on their hair texture, sensitivity, and area being waxed. Sugar Terry Kazmier Mama also has a full line of skincare and makeup products they sell and work with. Licensed aestheticians work with these products to perform facials and consultations in the studio at the Kingsport Town Center. Sugar Mama opened its doors in March of 2008 and is already reaping the benefits of Terry and her staff’s hard work. “Right from the start, we were very well received, and we have a diverse clientele who keeps coming back because of the services we provide here,” Terry adds. Getting down to the details, Sugar Mama promotes the Murad Skincare System, a professional and highly acclaimed skincare line. Farmhouse Fresh, a bath and body product line that was listed on Oprah’s “O” list, also lines Sugar Mama’s shelves. It has a

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You can see the ‘love of fashion’ when you visit Sophisticated Starlet located in the heart of Kingsport, TN. “I opened my store mainly because of my own love of shoes and handbags. I have always enjoyed fashion, and I have a satisfaction in helping women feel beautiful! Just that perfect pair of shoes, that awesome handbag, or really cute jewelry is all they need for a little boost of confidence. I love my customers. I enjoy getting to know all of Sophisticated Starlet is located at 217 Broad them and do so by offering St., Ste. 100 in Kingsport, TN. attentive personal service. When women enter my store, I want to give them service that is beyond what they expect,” stated Angela Wallace, the owner of Sophisticated Starlet. With over seven years of working in retail and sales, Angela’s experience is the foundation of her success. “My first job, at 16, was in a toy store, formerly located in the Fort Henry Mall, called Hot Toys. When the stored closed, I accepted a job at Maurices in the Fort Henry Mall. I worked in the Kingsport store as a sales associate for two years, and then transferred to the Johnson City store when it opened. Later, I was promoted to an Assistant Manager. All that experience from Maurices created a pathway for me to be where I am today.” Hard work and an insightful intuition for what women like, Angela finds the best for less for her shop. “I think my store offers downtown Kingsport a place for the younger generation to shop. However, I do carry a great selection which appeals to women of all ages. My prices are affordable because I believe that you don't have to spend $200 on a pair of shoes to keep in pace with the latest trends and to look fashionable. Fashion doesn't have to break the bank!” Love shoes? Sophisticated Starlet is the place to find the perfect shoes at the perfect prices! “In my shoe selection, I carry name brands such as Novela, Damita K, Bumper, Qupid, Wild Diva, and Liliana. My handbags are fashion forward, designer inspired bags. In addition, I have fashion jewelry, scarves, and umbrellas, rain boots, insulated market totes, and wallets. And, here at Sophisticated Starlet, I offer a line of candles called Abby's Candles. They come in a variety of scents such as Jasmine, Twilight, Sweat Pea, Georgia Peach, White Peach and Hibiscus, and more. I invite everyone to visit my shop!” So, ladies, throw out those old shoes! It is time to step into the new season with your Spring in for the New Styles! new shoes from Sophisticated Starlet! 217 Broad St • Suite 100 Angela Wallace Kingsport, TN • (423) 245-1493 217 Broad St., Ste. 100 Tues - Fri 10:30am - 6:00pm, Sat 10:30am - 3:00pm Kingsport, TN (423)245-1493

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In conjunction with Virginians for the Arts 2010 theme “Minds Wide Open: Women in the Arts”, the Virginia Highlands Festival has chosen a female quilter as our Signature Artist. Each year, the Virginia Highlands Festival commissions an artist to create a signature piece to represent the Festival and its theme. The theme for the 2010 Virginia Highlands Festival is “Piece the Future from the Past”, and Audra Rasnake of Glade Spring, Virginia, has been selected as the signature artist. Audra began quilting as a young girl, and she has created quilts and wall hangings that are now displayed in several countries, and all over the United States. Audra considers herself to be a “traditional quilter”. She prefers “Civil War era colors – mustard Audra Rasnake is the signature artist of the festival. yellows, state blues, rusty reds, and mossy greens”. All of her quilting is done entirely by hand, and she takes great pride in all of her stitches. The wall hanging chosen as the 2010 Signature Art is a traditional Baltimore Album block, which was first popular in the mid-1800s. The piece includes pine burr blocks, cherry wreath blocks done in appliqué, appliqué birds that mimic Pennsylvania Dutch birds, and a cross-hatch quilting background. There are numerous “Fleur-de-Lys”, an old quilting motif that is a sign of protection, and a large scale saw tooth border. The piece includes 272 cherries and 232 leaves. Interestingly, one of the cherries is intentionally sewn with the wrong side of the fabric showing. Audra says that this is an old quilting tradition that she continues. It is used by quilters to show that “only God can make something perfect”. Audra is a self-taught quilter, but credits her mother for always being there to answer her questions. Quilting has been an art passed down for several generations in her family. She says that when she completed this particular work, her father commented, “This one’s going to get some attention”, and he was right. Most of her quilting work is commissioned, and ranges from wall-hangings to full-size quilts. She has quilts all over the United States and in several foreign countries. Audra has resided in Southwest Virginia all her life, and she currently lives in Glade Spring, Virginia with her husband and two sons. For more information, please call the Festival Office at 276-623-5266 or e-mail at vhf@eva.org.

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By Jim Burns “You created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.” Psalm 139:13-16 You are unique. You are special. God created you, and there is not another person in the world exactly like you. True, there are things about us that we really don't like. I wish I were taller, richer, and more intelligent. There are some aspects of our lives that we can work on to imrove and other aspects that we must learn to accept. The people who learn to accept the good with the bad are the ones who find happiness. A simple prayer that helps me when I'm feeling less than good about myself and the circumstances in my life. It simply reads: God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change those I can, and wisdom to know the difference. Great advice for those who sometimes forget they are special in the eyes of God! Happy Mother’s Day to ALL mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, and mothers to be!

Two Christian conferences to be held in Tri-Cities • Men & Women of Destiny Christian Conference will be held Friday, June 4th at 7:30pm and Saturday, June 5th at 9:30am at Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abingdon, VA. See their ad on this page. • Empowered Outpouring will be held May 19th-22nd at Holiday Inn in Johnson City, TN. See their ad on page 2.

Experience these two inspiring conferences! Buddy and Veronica McGlothlin are ordained ministers and founders of Dove Song Ministries. Their hearts are to inspire and encourage through God's Word. They host the "One-On One" TV program on CTN Direct TV and Dish Networks on Thursday at 8:00 p.m. and on Living Faith TV at 7:00 p.m. Thursday.

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Are we there yet? This very familiar phrase is generally heard by parents on the way to an exciting destination. It is also the most common phrase heard by excited visitors traveling to the lavender farm in Scott County Virginia. Hidden in the mountains of Southwest Virginia, the lavender lightens the air and it can be smelled as you travel down the rough gravel road along the Clinch River to your exciting destination – The Lavender Farm. As with all things, change has come, and the lavender farm is no longer open to the public. For those of you who love lavender and need a "lavender fix", Scott County Lavender now presents the Love Lavender Festival in Jonesborough, Tennessee. You will again smell the lavender as you stroll down the brick streets of Tennessee’s oldest town. As you see the pots of lavender and the lavender flags, you will enjoy the enthusiasm from local merchants for the festival. At 127 W. Main St. in Jonesborough, TN, you will find the Historic Eureka Inn decked out in lavender. A turn down 1st Ave. beside the Inn takes you past vendors selling organic products as well as lavender and other herbs. As you reach the beautiful gardens behind the Eureka, you will hear sweet music coming from the

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Gazebo. You may stop for a hand or foot massage with lavender massage oil. Enjoy a glass of lavender lemonade or iced tea. Have a sandwich of lavender chicken salad or dessert of lavender pound cake. You are invited to the educational seminars held each day. Debbie Cook from Springbrook Meadows Lavender Farm in Hillsboro, Ohio will present a seminar "Cooking With Lavender" both days. Joy Moore, a Master Gardner from East Tennessee, will help you grow herbs with her seminar "Grow A Herb Garden". Pat Osborne, from Gray, Tennessee and owner of Scott County Lavender, will offer a seminar on growing lavender- "Starting a Lavender Farm". There will also be a seminar on the "Medicinal Uses of Lavender". You may also learn to make a lavender wand in the class offered by Deana Carey from Gray, TN. At least three commercial lavender growers will be represented. They will all have very unique items made with lavender. You will appreciate the stories about the history of the herb. Lavender is the oldest herb known to man. From the Bible to the Roman Empire and to the tomb of King Tut to Olde England and France, they all have a history of using lavender. Lavender has recently enjoyed a revival in this country as lavender farms are moving from the Olympic Peninsula in Washington to the East Coast. Take a break and enjoy an herbal luncheon at Bistro 105. It is an all-inclusive meal prepared by Chef A. Todd Dawn, and ending the meal with lavender cheesecake. Reservations are requested. Call 423-788-0244. As your day ends, you can spend the night at one of the 14 beautifully restored rooms at the Eureka. Call 877-734-6100 for reservations or go to www.eurekajonesborough. The Love Lavender Festival is being held on May 22 and 23. The hours are from 10-5 Saturday and 12 noon to 5 Shop at on Sunday. Scott County Lavender and The Eureka Inn are presenting this exciting event. Visit online at www.lovelavenderfestival.com. Come & see what we mean when we say, "Lavender is More Than Just a 139 E. Main St. Corner of Boone & Main St. Color!"

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Comedy, political satire and Hollywoodʼs golden era are the themes for Jonesborough Repertory Theatreʼs latest comedy, Moonlight and Magnolias by Ron Hutchinson. Set in 1939 Hollywood, the production tells the story behind one of the greatest films of all – Gone With The Wind. Moonlight and Magnolias is a terrific blend of slapstick and satire. With adult language and themes, it is meant for a mature audience. The production is directed by J.J. Jeffers, returning to JRT after directing the regional premiere of RENT at Theatre Bristol, and JRTʼs 2009 Tennessee premiere production of Hallelujah Girls. Moonlight and Magnolias would not be possible without JRT season sponsors Ken Ross Architects, Johnson City Power Board and Main Street Café and Catering. Tickets are available now, general admission $12, seniors and students $10. Performances are April 30-May 9, and May 14 ThursdaysSaturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. To make reservations visit The Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center or call 423-753-1010. For directions and additional information, on the production call the Jonesborough Repertory Theatre at 423-791-4440 and visit www.jonesboroughtheatre.com.

Voice Magazine would like to say a special ʻThank youʼ to the Theatre of Bristol cast for the delightful preview of their production, “Seussical the Musical,” performed at the ʻAll About Women Expo & Craft Showʼ in the Bristol Mall. Many items were donated to the silent auction as a fundraiser for Theatre of Bristol. Donations were from local artists, including C. David Cook, Tony Henson and many items from the ʻOne of a Kind Gallery.ʼ Thank you to the artists, as well as Mimi Kind, the owner of the ʻOne of a Kind Gallery,ʼ located at 604 State Street, Bristol, TN. Mimi provided many different and interesting items. Mimi is an artist and former art teacher at Tennessee High School. In 2003, she was named Secondary Art Educator of the Year, and in 2004 she received one of three National Awards of Excellence from the Council for Art Education. She will be teaching classes in drawing, watercolor, pastel, and batik. Thank you to all the artists for their contributions and to the bidders!

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Caterpillar Crawl Carnival to be held May 15

In keeping with its commitment to reading and literacy, the Junior League of Bristol will hold the 2nd Annual Caterpillar Crawl Carnival on Saturday, May 15, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in downtown Bristol. The family friendly event celebrates a downtown scavenger hunt inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the classic childrenʼs book by Eric Carle.

Scavengers are provided a list of clues and a map as they search along State Street for ten bronze caterpillar statues created by local artist Val Lyle. The statues depict the caterpillar in different situations as seen in The Very Hungry Caterpillar book. The Caterpillar Crawl begins at the State Street Farmerʼs Market and will culminate with a Caterpillar Crawl Carnival at the Bristol Public Library, located at 701 Goode St. in Bristol, VA. The carnival will feature games, balloons, snacks, a butterfly exhibit, a visit by KC the Caterpillar, and a book reading of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. There will also be a clay table, where Lyle will help children sculpt their very own statues to take home with them. All of the activities are open to the public and free of charge. “Weʼre so excited to celebrate the second anniversary of the Caterpillar Crawl in

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CASA’s Summer Concert Presents the LandSharks CASA for Kids, Inc. is excited to announce that on Saturday, the 5th of June, the premier Jimmy Buffet cover/tribute band in America, the LandSharks, will be performing in Kingsport. Gary Roland and the LandSharks is one of the most well-known, well-liked and indemand bands in the country, performing throughout the world in thousands of concerts and shows. They have performed on stage with Jimmy Buffet as his back-upband, have toured with him and have been hired as the official house band at Universal Studios Margaritaville. The LandSharks were in Kingsport in 2007 with a Concert for the Cure crowd that loved them and now they return to benefit CASAʼs mission to help abused/neglected children in Sullivan and Hawkins Counties end up in safe, permanent homes. So, just what are the LandSharks? They are a fun, professional, interactive band with lots of audience participation and enjoyment. A “Landshark” is anyone who is ready to have a good time. At this Landshark concert, ticket holders will get to see a great show, listen to great music and have an INCREDIBLE amount of fun. Concessions by BoneFire Smokehouse with hula hoop & limbo contests and face painting for the kids will be provided. More fun on land than at sea! So plan now to attend the LandSharks Outdoor Concert to be held in Memorial Park, across from Dobyns-Bennett High School. You will have a great time and help a great cause at the same time. General admission tickets are only $20, with preferred seating and supper for VIP ticket-holders. Call 247-1161 for more details; tickets are available online right now at www.casa4kidsinc.org.

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“Making a Mother’s Day Memory” by Brandi Woodall Positive Approach Events & Consulting Ever stand in the flower aisle and stress over the perfect gift for Mom? Sure it was easy when we were children; any crayon etched piece of construction paper was a masterpiece in Mom’s eyes. But as you get older, the “what do I get my Mother” question comes up every year. Here are some tips to help you create a wonderful Mother’s Day without breaking the bank!

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• Flowers and candy are always a nice gesture. Why not go a step further and bake or make that special family recipe like Grandma’s Chocolate Chip Cookies? Not only will you give her something you’ve created, but you’ll also share something that is special to her as well.

• A fun and easy memory board is a great gift for housing family photos. Covering foam board with material and ribbon in a lattice pattern and then tucking in

often delete messages without reading them). If their messages become a nuisance, you can always filter them out or maybe better yet, change your email address. This is also an excellent way to eliminate a lot of spam messages. It will take a while for the “spammers” to find you again. If it’s a business account or your email address is on your card and you don’t want to change it, just tell them that the account is for work only and you aren’t allowed to use the account for personal messages. Q. I’m invited to many parties or gatherings and often the hostess does not state the dress code on the invitation. Is it best to over dress or under dress? What should I do? A. The first thing you should do when you’re unsure of what to wear is to call the hostess and ask her how everyone is going to dress. As for over or under dressing, the basic rule is: the simpler -the better, the more understated- the more elegant, the less decorated- the more noticeable. Less is often more. The National League of Cotillions offers a wide range of etiquette classes covering a variety of everyday topics, such as: introductions, greeting and shaking hands, sports etiquette, & family dining. Ann also covers more formal parts of etiquette: formal dining, eating unusual foods, receiving lines, and sending and receiving invitations and thank you notes. In addition students receive extensive instruction in social dancing. Ann is the Area Director of the National League of Cotillions, teaching etiquette classes and social dancing to young people in kindergarten through twelfth grade in East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. In addition, Ann also conducts etiquette classes and business protocol classes for adults. She works with colleges, universities, and businesses throughout the Mountain Empire. To schedule Ann as a corporate or guest speaker or for details about this year’s Cotillion programs, call or email: Ann Woods, phone: 423-989-3316, email: cotillion@btes.tv.

mementos like photos, newspaper clips, handmade cards, etc. will be something she can display year around. Remember to leave a little space so that you can keep adding to the board. Need a place to display? Make the board small enough to go on the fridge and attach a magnet. Now she’ll have a reason to smile every time she goes to the kitchen for milk and eggs!

Gifts don’t have to cost a ton of money! Don’t get me wrong, very few women are ever going to say no to a massage or facial gift certificate. But is that really the best we can offer… REALLY? How about being creative and giving something that she’ll cherish forever? Your time is a great place to start. If you have siblings, arrange to take Mom out for brunch, or better yet, have everyone participate by cooking, decorating, and truly making the day all about her.

Give your Mother a positively memorable Mother’s Day just by giving her your time! For more tips on planning gatherings and events please visit our blog! www.paeventstn.com ‘Hope you joined us for the fun and exciting ‘All about Women Expo and Craft Show’ at the Bristol Mall. Positive Approach Events was proud to once again be the Event Coordinator for this amazing annual event!

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Did you know the most common immune system disorder is allergies? Our immune system was created to keep us healthy by fighting off offending agents such as harmful bacteria and viruses, so a healthy immune system results in a higher resistance to disease and infection, better ability to handle stress, and greater overall health and well being. However, when our immune system becomes impaired, allergies can result as an over active response to a non-offending substance, like pollen, dust, dog or cat dander or even certain foods. Many things affect how well our immune system functions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the physical, emotional and bio-chemical Dr. Karen Feeley stresses we encounter daily are the cause of decreased health, and symptoms, like allergies, are an example of an immune system overloaded with stress. There is mounting evidence that vaccinations are becoming increasing responsible for many childhood allergies and immune system dysfunctions, and recently more research has begun to implicate the overuse of antibiotics and antiseptics as another growing influential factor in allergy development. Medical doctors commonly prescribe antihistamines or steroids to halt the immune system allergenic response. I am sure most allergy suffers are thankful for the relief of their nagging symptoms, but simply prescribing a pill does not address the underlying cause, and many of the drugs that are prescribed run a very real risk of causing other serious health complications, like heart problems, adrenal exhaustion, and damage to the nasal passages and upper respiratory tract. There is a healthier and safer approach to allergy relief.

Allergy suffers have long praised chiropractic for being a mainstay in their fight to alleviate their symptoms naturally. Since chiropractic care is centered on helping your immune system function as effectively as it can, it helps to combat the underlying causes where allergies begin in the first place. A healthy immune system is our first defense, and our ongoing offense against exposure to all types of allergens. Chiropractic is not a treatment for allergies, but a solution to a malfunctioning defense mechanism. Our emphasis must not be on evading but on building. Regular chiropractic treatments help us do just that, build a stronger more efficient immune system, which allows our body to function at its best. If you experience seasonal or chronic allergies, choose to be healthier by calling our office 423-323-7691.

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I Push…Push…Push and Get Things Done Then I’m Just So Tired but Still Can’t Sleep If this sounds like you, you may be suffering from a Hidden Hyper-thyroid. The Hidden Hyper-thyroid is by far the most difficult functional state to correct. It can be a complicating factor involved in most any health condition. These patients are generally in total mystery about why they feel the way they do. They have often been to a number of different doctors and have had numerous tests performed all with the same conclusion…the tests don’t show anything wrong. Blood tests are useless in finding this condition. Many patients have been diagnosed, by symptoms alone, as being hypo-thyroid and have been prescribed medications which provide no benefit and often make the symptoms worse. Many have even been placed on anti-depression and/or anti-anxiety drugs, to no avail. These patients are often highly energetic by nature, but they constantly deal with a deep underlying fatigue bordering on exhaustion, of which they are acutely aware. They push through this pervasive fatigue with coffee, sugar, B vitamins and other stimulants which actually worsen the condition over time. Many share the common characteristics of being highly intelligent, quick thinking and fast in “getting it”. Hidden Hyper-thyroid patients often speak rapidly and can be highly emotional often going through rapid and dramatic emotional swings for which they are prescribed drugs such as Prozac. They are known as the person who can “get things done”. They feel better mentally and physically by staying busy. The energy required to sustain this level of activity comes from shear will power and causes them to crash when they slow down at the end of the day. However, instead of falling into a deep, refreshing sleep, they have a great deal of difficulty falling asleep and/or staying asleep. They describe their sleep as, “looking at the clock every half hour just praying for morning to come”. Hidden Hyper-thyroid patients often feel and hear their hearts beating at night and regularly have an increased heart rate that is aggravated by even slight exertion. Hidden Hyper-thyroid patients often suffer silently, because they appear healthy and no one can pinpoint what’s causing their health issues, they may be concerned that others will consider them a “complainer” or a hypochondriac. End your misery. It is possible, for you to regain the health and vitality you deserve. Call 423-202-6216 and schedule a complimentary analysis, or ask for a free information packet. CALL TODAY 423-202-6216.

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YWCA Bristol is celebrating its 13th Annual Girls in Sports campaign this year with a hands-on series for girls ages 6 through 12. The Girls in Sports clinic will introduce young girls to a variety of sports that may be offered at high school and collegiate level. Area coaches and athletes from all over the Tri-Cities will be on hand to offer tips, advice, and basic maneuvers in Badminton, Basketball, Soccer, and Volleyball. Nets, rackets and various sports equipment will be available so that all girls have hands-on experience with each sport at the fair as well as the upcoming clinics.

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By BethAnne Hewett One of the first things children discover is, eating is fun. Soon, children also discover how much they enjoy interacting with other children and adults. When we take the joy of eating and put it together with interacting with others, we discover something, the secret ingredient - LEARNING. Teachers sometimes overlook the benefits of cooking with children in the classroom and therefore miss out on an opportunity to explore new teaching methods. Although there are many advantages of teaching in the kitchen, here are just a few areas where children can benefit: • Basic Educational Skills. Math skills such as counting eggs, ordinal numbers (first, second, third), measuring liquids, sorting wet and dry ingredients, and working with fractions (converting a recipe), are all part of cooking. Reading the steps to a recipe can help children with listening skills and broadening their vocabulary. • Social Development. Working together in a classroom promotes communication and sharing with other classmates. It also encourages experimenting and being creative together as a group. • Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence. Developing a new recipe, preparing and consuming a finished project, gives children a sense of accomplishment. Encourage your students by letting them know that their help was important to the project and celebrate by possibly naming your new recipe after your school or class room name. • Exploring Learning Styles. Every child learns in a different way. Cooking in corporates a combination of three learning styles: hands-on, visual, and auditory. Encourage the Picky Eater. We all know that children can be picky sometimes (or most of the time). However, children will taste and sample vegetables, fruits, and spices that they have mixed, stirred, measured, and cooked. Some teachers may feel a little apprehensive to take on the challenge of cooking, sometimes because they don’t feel confident themselves in the kitchen. My advice, start simple! If your teaching preschoolers, it’s better to start with a basic, yet creative recipe – even for the culinary challenged! ENJOY! Orange Julius 6 servings 12 oz. can frozen orange juice concentrate 1 c. cold water 1 c. whole milk (or 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream) 1 t. vanilla 1 tray of ice cubes Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend for about 30 seconds. Scrape the sides, and blend another 30 seconds. Serve immediately. This recipe is always a hit with my preschoolers – also the most requested!

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Growing and Harvesting Herbs With “culinary herbs” comprised of so many plant species, you might think it would be hard to give general statements about growing requirements for herbs. Not so – most, if not all, culinary herbs thrive in sunny sites with well-drained, infertile soils. The fastest way to kill an herb is to place it in a shady, wet spot in the landscape. Herbs rarely need fertilizer. In fact, fertilize them too much and they don’t taste as good.

Herbs are either perennials or annuals in the garden. Knowing which are annuals and which are perennials is essential when planning and planting an herb garden. Perennial herbs like sage, thyme, lavender, chives and mint do not need to be replanted each year. But annuals like basil and cilantro will not survive winter – so they must be replanted each spring. To make matters more confusing, dill, fennel, and a few other annual herbs reseed each year, so they will return. Just don’t expect them to be in the same place!

The best time to harvest herbs is in the morning when the sprigs are fresh. Harvesting herbs is simple. Most herbs have the best flavor and fragrance before flowering. Harvest about one-third to one-half of the plant just as the flower buds appear. Annual herbs can be cut back more severely since they will not survive the winter and they will re-grow quickly. After harvest, be sure to wash and dry the leaves and stems before use.

Preserving Herbs Dehydrator drying is a fast and easy way to dry high quality herbs because temperature and air circulation can be controlled. Pre-heat dehydrator with the thermostat set to 95° F to 115° F. Rinse the herbs under cool running water and shake to remove moisture before dehydrating. Herbs are dry when they crumble, and stems break when bent. Check your dehydrator instruction booklet for specific details, but it should take one to four hours.

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Acony Records is proud to announce another leg of the Dave Rawlings Machine tour in support of its critically acclaimed debut record, A Friend of a Friend. Released in November 2009, this is the first record by Dave Rawlings, the guitarist, producer, singer and songwriter best known for his work with Gillian Welch and Old Crow Medicine Show. These long time compatriots made the record with Rawlings as did newer friends Benmont Tench from the Heartbreakers, Karl Himmel, and Nate Walcott of Bright Eyes. The touring Machine will include Rawlings and Welch along with members of Old Crow Medicine Show. Dave Rawlings is performing at the Paramount Center for the Arts in beautiful downtown Bristol, TN/VA on Friday, June 11 at 8:00PM. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased by calling the Paramount Box Office, 423274-8920 or online at www.etix.com. We would like to announce the upcoming 6th Annual ACT/SAT "Cram" Review Course in Bristol, Tennessee. The dates are June 13 (5:15-8:30 p.m.) and June 8-10, 2010. This course includes over 20 hours of instruction to prepare students for both the June 5th SAT test and the June 12th ACT tests. The location for the course is the Bristol Chamber of Commerce building. Instructors are Mrs. Deidre Pendley, M.A. Ed. (19 years experience teaching High School Mathematics and ACT/SAT Preparation classes) and Mrs. Candace Sutherland, M.A. Ed. (20 years experience teaching High School English, Science, and ACT/SAT Preparation classes). Private tutoring is also available at a rate of $35/hr. Elizabethton, TN The Pinnacle Club of Mountain States Health Alliance has scheduled new member orientation on Tuesday, May 18 at 8 a.m. in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital classroom. Fasting blood work for new and renewing members will be offered. Refreshments will be served after blood is taken. Registration is required - call The Health Professionals at 1-800-888-5551 (Press 4) to register or for more information. The Pinnacle Club of Mountain States Health Alliance has scheduled a Dutch treat Lunch & Learn program in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital Classroom on Tuesday, May 18, at 11:30 a.m. Erin Neuberger, Pharm.D., will discuss generic vs. brand-name drugs, interactions with natural remedies and prescription medications, and the benefits of red yeast rice during the noon lecture. Registration is required. Call The Health Professionals at 1-800-888-5551 (Press 4) to register or for more information. Johnson City, TN Youth ages 6 and older are invited to participate in the Parks and Recreation swim program. The Sea Otters Swim Team will meet at Freedom Hall Pool Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until noon

beginning May 24. Swimmers will learn the fundamentals of competitive strokes in a fun environment and will participate in weekly swim meets, as well as a championship meet at the end of the program. Participants ages 6-11 must be able to swim 25 meters, those 12 and older must be able to swim 50 meters to participate in the program. Fee is $65 for the first child and $20 for each additional child if paid by May 21. Fees increase $5 per child after May 21. Registrations can be made at Freedom Hall Pool. Call (423)4614850 for more information. The Blue Moon Dinner Theatre is proud to announce Steel Magnolias to run July 10 to September 2. In preparation for Steel Magnolias, the Blue Moon will hold open auditions for remaining roles on Sunday, May 2, at 7:00 p.m. For more information or an audition appointments please go to www.BlueMoonDinnerTheatre.com or call 423-232-1350. Steel Magnolias is set in Truvy's beauty salon in Chinquapin Parish, Louisiana, where all the ladies who are "anybody" come to have their hair done. The play is filled with hilarious repartee, humorously revealing verbal collisions, and a touch of sadness. As the ladies come face to face with trying times, they draw on the underlying strength—and love—which give the play, and its characters, the special quality that makes them truly touching, funny and marvelously amiable company in good times and bad. The Blue Moon is casting the roles of M’Lynn (female, mid-forties) and Annelle (female, late teens/early twenties). If anyone is interested in auditioning for a role, please contact the Blue Moon by emailing backstage@BlueMoonDinnerTheatre.com or calling 423-232-1350. The Johnson City Fashion Doll Club will meet Sunday, May 16, at Kroger on State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, from 1:30-4PM. The club is not meeting on its traditional second Sunday due to Mother’s Day. The monthly contest is Cinco de Mayo, and members will hold their annual Swap Shop at the meeting. Snacks will be furnished, but attendees should bring their own drink. For more information, call Pat Pennington at 928-2939. Best-selling author and storyteller Steven James will bring his art to the classroom May 10-28 at Milligan College to teach “Innovative Biblical Storytelling.” This college-level, Christian storytelling class is available to current college students and to high school students seeking dual enrollment credit. It will meet Monday-Friday from 9:30am to 12:30pm in Milligan’s Hardin Hall. For more information to register for the class call the Admissions Office at (800) 262-8337 or email admissions@milligan.edu. The Pinnacle Club of Mountain States Health Alliance has scheduled a new member orientation on Tuesday, May 11 in the North Side Hospital Courtyard Classroom from 8-9 a.m. Fasting blood work for new and renewing members will be offered. Refreshments will be served after blood is taken. Registration is required. Call The Health Professionals at 1-800-888-5551 (Press 4) to register or for more information. The Pinnacle Club of Mountain States Health Alliance has scheduled a Lunch & Learn program at Ryan’s, Johnson City, on Thursday, May 13, at 11:30 a.m. Jennifer Smith, RN, and Lori Joyner, RN, will present the noon lecture, “Managing Congestive Heart Failure.” Registration is required. Call The Health Professionals at 1-800-888-5551 (Press 4) to register or for more information.

The Pinnacle Club of Mountain States Health Alliance has scheduled a Dutch treat Lunch & Learn program in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital Classroom on Tuesday, May 18, at 11:30 a.m. Erin Neuberger, Pharm.D., will discuss generic vs. brand-name drugs, interactions with natural remedies and prescription medications, and the benefits of red yeast rice during the noon lecture. Registration is required. Call The Health Professionals at 1-800-888-5551 (Press 4) to register or for more information. Clothesline in Boones Creek (4411 N. Roan St.) will be hosting a yard sale benefiting the Washington County Animal Shelter Spay and Neuter Fund. The sale will be held beside their store and will be held May 21st and 22nd. For more information call 423-2823388. Jonesborough, TN It’s time to begin the 2010 Music on the Square summer concert series! Held each Friday evening, May - September, Music on the Square is Americana at its best, featuring live, outdoor performances by local and regional bands, storytellers, poets and performance artists. Many of the shops in Jonesborough stay open for these events and the restaurants are full of diners and dessert seekers. Folks can visit, chat, enjoy the music and meet new friends as the bands play a variety of bluegrass, Celtic, old-time, blues, jazz and world beat blends. Being an official town event, Main Street is blocked off to through- traffic for these concerts and plenty of parking is found behind the Jonesborough Courthouse. Restrooms are available and handicap access is available for parking and seating. Each concert begins around 7 p.m. and is free of charge due to the generosity of local sponsors. MOTS is an outdoor event so bring your lawn chair or blanket and sit with us under the stars! For more information, visit musiconthesquare.com or call the Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center, 423-753-1010. MAY 7 @ 7p Jonesborough Novelty Band Don’t miss opening night as the Jonesborough Novelty Band uses banjo, guitar, upright bass and spontaneous personalities to lead the crowd into the old sing-a-long-songs we all know the words (and moves) to! Band members are Terry Countermine, Sam Burke and Mark Calliham - local favorites who are well-known for their community involvement at family events and fundraisers. MAY 14 @ 7p Tomahawk The seasoned musicians in Tomahawk have had success all over Washington County and surrounding areas playing a variety of instruments and singing their unique bluegrass style. Members include Janine Broyles, Randy Broyles, Eric Bowman, Janice Winters and David Winters. -- tomahawkband.com MAY 21 @ 7p Harry Shull Memorial Bluegrass Night with Dehlia Low Dehlia Low is a young Asheville, NC-based band focused on early country, bluegrass and original music. Their songs feature honest, hard-hitting vocals with tight harmonies backed up beautifully by masterful dobro and mandolin playing, lively fiddling, solid guitar and a booming upright bass. Members include Anya Hinkle, Bryan Clendenin, Stacy Claude, Aaron Ballance and Greg Stiglets. -dehlialow.com MAY 28 @ 7p Angela Easterling Angela Easterling plays guitar and writes songs influenced by Americana, Folk, Roots, Rock-n-Roll, Country, Bluegrass, literature and French Pop. She was selected as a New Folk Finalist at the 2009 Kerrville Folk Festival and offered an official showcase at this year’s Americana Music Conference. -- angelaeasterling.com Jonesborough Repertory Theatre is offering two summer youth conservatories for new and veteran actors. JRT will offer a musical theatre conservatory featuring Godspell Jr., by Steven Schwartz, and a second conservatory featuring the comedy The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood, by Mary Dobson. Godspell Jr. portrays the gospel of Matthew, illustrating the life and teachings of Jesus including faith, love and kindness. The musical theatre conservatory is lead by Jennifer Schmidt and Kristin Smith,

director and choreographer of JRT’s sold out run of I Love A Piano, and the ever-popular 1940’s USO shows. Registration for Godspell Jr. is May 1 at 10am and May 2 at 6pm, the conservatory will run June 13-18 from 9am to 3:30pm, concluding with performances June 18 and 19. The musical theatre conservatory is for students in sixth to twelfth grade. The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood is a parody of the classic tale, in the same vein of Monty Python. This conservatory, lead by Artistic Director Jonathan McCarter, is open to kindergarten through twelfth grade students. Registration is May 8 at 10am and May 10 at 7pm. The conservatory will run June 21 through July 2 from 10am to 4pm. Performances will be held July 2-4 during Jonesborough Days. Tickets for both conservatories will go on sale May 20 for $5. To reserve tickets visit or call the Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center at 423-753-1010. The Jonesborough Repertory Theatre is located at 125½ West Main Street, across from Jonesborough Presbyterian Church, next door to the Historic Eureka Inn. For further information on the production call the Jonesborough Repertory Theatre at 423-791-4440, visit www.jonesboroughtheatre.com. Jonesborough Repertory Theatre underwent major renovations in April. With new seating, carpeting and lighting the JRT is excited to announce the 2010-2011 season. In addition to updating the face of the theatre, Artistic Director Jonathan McCarter is also updating customer service. Beginning with the 2010-2011 season, JRT will offer season subscriptions. General admission subscription packages are available for $80, student and senior packages are available for $70. Benefits given to season subscribers include; ticket reservations available two weeks prior to the general public, an invitation to all opening night galas, and the saved value of one main stage production ticket. To purchase season subscriptions call The Historic Jonesborough Visitor’s Center at (423) 7531010, for more information visit jonesboroughtheatre.com or call (423)791-4440. Kingsport, TN The Pinnacle Club of Mountain States Health Alliance has scheduled new member orientation on Thursday, May 20 at 8:15 a.m. in the Indian Path Medical Center Cafeteria Classroom. Fasting blood work for new and renewing members will be offered. Refreshments will be served after blood is taken. Registration is required - call The Health Professionals at 1-800-888-5551 (Press 4) to register or for more information. Unicoi County, TN University of Tennessee Unicoi County Extension Office will be offering a Dining with Diabetes class beginning May 11 at 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at the Unicoi County Health Department. Dining with Diabetes is a once a week class that runs for four weeks. This class is open to those with diabetes, their family members and caretakers. The classes are free but space is limited and pre-registration is required. Participants must attend all class sessions. You will learn how to prepare meals that are healthy, easy to prepare and taste good. Recipes will be demonstrated and participants will have the opportunity to taste each one. Participants will also learn up-to-date information on nutrition, meal planning, exercise and how to understand common diabetesrelated medical tests. Recipe booklets, blood glucose meters, and handouts will be given to

each participant. Diabetes is a very serious and costly disease, but research has shown that those who learn to manage their blood glucose (sugar) levels, eat healthy, and exercise regularly can lower their risk of complications and lead a healthier and more productive life. Dining with Diabetes is offered statewide and is sponsored by University of Tennessee Extension Service with partial funding provided by Roche Accu-check. Registration for this program can be made by calling the Unicoi County Extension Office at 743-9584 by May 7.

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