Voice Magazine for Women October Issue by Voice Magazine For Women

The time has come – pull out those blankets and light up those fireplaces. Fall is here! Some years ago, someone told me that this was a sad time of the year with all the flowers dying and leaves falling to the ground. Attitude – it can serve as our friend or our enemy. It can lift us up or carry us down. Sometimes challenging - we have a choice. I asked that person if they saw their glass as being half full or half empty. With a short a pause, the person replied, “It just depends on whether I like what’s in my glass…” We hope all of you ‘like’ what you see in Voice Magazine. The next couple of months will be very busy for us with the planning of new activities and scheduling for 2011. Please join us for our events and keep watch for more details about the exciting news of ‘more to come’ in 2011. We invite businesses to take advantage of our ‘holiday’ advertising specials, and promote their services and products in our holiday issues. Voice Magazine continues to grow and expand into Southwest Virginia. Starting in October, we are offering a concentrated expansion into restaurants. Watch for new future opportunities for savings in our Wine & Dine section, both in the magazine and online. For a complete list of our Events & Projects Scheduled, and each month as well as the last six months of Voice Magazine, visit our website: www.voicemagazineforwomen.com. Our website offers more information, additional articles, more recipes and etc. Also, follow us on Facebook with our question of the month, and be sure to invite your friends to follow us too! Please send your suggestions, comments, and press releases to: comments@voicemagazineforwomen.com. Thank you to all our supporters and fans! Thought of the month: “Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life but as by the obstacles which he has overcome.” -Booker T. Washington

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In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. (Romans 8:26) My father taught me two important lessons about the human condition. First, he taught me to be kind to others on the journey because everyone is fighting a battle. Second, he reminded me that every human being has a structural weakness. Some of us struggle with greed, others fear. One person battles lust and another pride. We each have an Achilles heel and we keep it carefully hidden beneath a veneer of self-sufficiency and success. Survival of the fittest teaches us to exploit the weaknesses of others; Jesus teaches us to bind the wounds of others, not revel in discovering them. F.B. Meyer, a Baptist evangelist and pastor from England, once said that when we see a Christian in sin, there are two things we do not know. First, we do not know how hard he or she tried not to sin. Second, we do not know the power of the forces that attacked him or her. And who knows what we would have done in the same situation. To keep from feeling shame, we are often tempted to be more aware of the faults of others than the glaring weaknesses others probably already see in our lives. Jesus asked, "Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?” (Matthew 7:3) There is no doubt that structural weaknesses need to be dealt with. In the material world, faulty engineering can prove fatal. In the spiritual world, unchallenged character flaws can be equally catastrophic. The goal is for each of us to be healing agents who instinctively bind up the wounded, encourage those who are beaten down, and restore those who have fallen. Jesus Christ referred to His enemy, Satan, as “the Accuser.” In our haste to defend ourselves and our doctrines, let’s be quick to realize that each person we meet is trying to make a go of their lives. Playing judge and jury forces us into a self-righteousness that human beings weren’t made to possess. Instead, we have the opportunity today to be the Encourager. When we see someone struggling, we can join our prayers with the very prayers of God for His troubled saints. The great benefit to living this way is that others will repay the favor with mercy and so will God. Who can you encourage today?

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With little witches, warlocks and ghosts galore, the spookiest day of the year is just around the corner. Here are a few ideas likely to make your next Halloween celebration a real scream: • Save the seeds from your pumpkin carvings and turn them into a healthy Halloween snack. First, let clean seeds dry on a paper towel for 10 minutes. Next, spray a muffin pan with butter-flavored, nonstick cooking spray, placing seeds in the cups and turning them to coat lightly. For a flavorful touch, let kids sprinkle on cinnamon and sugar, garlic salt or popcorn seasoning. Finally, bake in a preheated oven at 350º F, turning once, for 10 to 20 minutes or until brown and slightly crisp. • Prepare a Bone-Chillin’ Brew. Quench everyone’s thirst with an easy-tomake punch concoction that’s sure to keep the party alive. Start with Punch flavor NESTLÉ® JUICY JUICE®. Mix it with frozen lemonade concentrate and lemon-lime soda and refrigerate. Next, pour water into plastic gloves and fasten with rubber bands or twist ties. Then line a baking sheet with paper towels and place filled gloves on paper towels. Freeze for three hours or until firm. Once the “hands” are frozen, cut gloves off and let the hands float in the punch.

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The thicker belts are also known as corset belts as they are worn like that style of lingerie. They can be made from leather (or it's equivalent) or elastic. Women with small stomach and hip areas would best benefit from these belts. CHAIN BELTS -- Add a bit of glimmer and flare to a pair of jeans or a long tunic. This style will fit well on almost any body type as the design will draw attention away from your problem areas. Many of these belts come with extensions so they can fit any plus size lady. TIE BELTS -- These are made from leather ties and some sort of embellishment such as shells, coins or discs. They tie in the front and can be worn with or without belt loops. One ‘must have’ in every woman’ s wardrobe is a shapewear. It is definitely a lifesaver when you need to pull in the extra flab to smoothly fit in a dress, slacks, or jeans. From waist cinchers to thigh, torso and hip-hugging that instantly take inches off your frame; shapewear is a ‘must have’ for that perfect look and waist definition. http://plussize.lovetoknow.com

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Cool Weather Trend: Tights After several seasons as a fashion staple, tights remain a must-have accessory and an easy way to update any wardrobe. Paired with like colors for a sleek, monochromatic look or contrasting colors for a bold statement, tights have been seen on the runway and the streets under skirts, dresses, shorts and cutoff jeans. Among a fashion forecast that includes nude fishnets and patterned tights, many of this season’s looks are suitably sheer. Designers are showing sophisticated sheer tights that provide the perfect balance between sheer and opaque for effortless style from autumn, to winter, to spring.

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BRISTOL, TN/VA: SHOP LOCALLY Paramount Center for the Arts and Bristol Chamber to present Veterans Day program The Paramount Center for the Arts and the Bristol Chamber of Commerce take great pride in a tradition of providing excellence in programming which benefits the regional community. The two organizations have partnered to present a very special Veterans Day program at the Paramount on November 11th, which will especially pay tribute to female veterans before presenting nationally renowned humorist, Jeanne Robertson, in performance at 7:00 PM. The doors open at 6:00 PM with Mighty WurliTzer organ music and a holiday fashion preview. A meet-and-greet reception will be held in the Paramount lobby following the show. And, of course, men are welcomed to come and enjoy the evening as well! In her positively hilarious style, the 6’2” Jeanne Robertson is heard daily on Sirus/XM Radio’s Family Comedy Channel, and has been the recipient of every top honor in the speaking profession. She was named Miss Congeniality in the Miss America Pageant (she doesn’t say what year!), is the past president of the National Speakers Association, and was the first woman to receive the NSA’s Cavett Award. A member of the Speakers Hall of Fame, Jeanne was also honored by Toastmasters International when it named her the recipient of the Golden Gavel Award, presented annually to one individual who has demonstrated outstanding skills in communication and leadership. You may have seen this Speaker’s Hall of Fame inductee being interviewed on CBS’s “60 Minutes” by correspondent Morley Safer…or seen one of her speeches on public television…or heard her on family comedy channel…or read one of her three books on humor…or seen one of the six humorous DVD’s she’s released in the past eleven years. But, only when you hear her in person at Bristol’s Paramount will you appreciate why audiences across the nation proclaim, “the meeting ain’t over ‘till the tall lady speaks!” And this tall lady is thrilled to have an opportunity to recognize our women in service to our country on this special evening! The event is proudly sponsored by Voice Magazine for Women, WJHL 11Connects, and BVUB. Tickets are $22.50 reserved, and may be charged by phoning the Paramount Box Office at 423-274-8920 or on-line from www.ETIX.com. There is a special rate for veteran’s reservations which must be made through the box office.

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ELIZABETHTON, TN: SHOP LOCALLY Octoberfest Craft & Antique Show in Downtown Elizabethton Get out and enjoy the crisp weather, harvest scents and beautiful scenery at Octoberfest Antique and Craft Show presented by the Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in historic downtown Elizabethton. The crafts, music, antiques, corn hole, antique car show, Rod Run, food, Kids Zone, costume contest and 4 mile Run and 3K walk will please visitors of all kinds. “The festival was created to provide thousands of people with an opportunity to experience the sights and smells of fall in Carter County,” said Candy Craig, director of the Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber of Commerce.” There’s much to see and do at this year’s Octoberfest. The craft and antique show will line the streets of historic downtown. A variety of arts and crafts will be displayed: jewelry, paintings, gourmet food, wood working, children’s toys, floral arrangements, clothes, Christmas decorations and much more. Antique booths and a wide selection of antiques shops in the downtown area will provide extra shopping enjoyment. New in 2010 is the Octoberfest 4 mile Run and 3K walk sponsored by Sycamore Shoals Hospital Foundation. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the race will start at 9 a.m. Registration will be at Cat Island Memorial Park and finish at the Covered Bridge.

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Also new to the Octoberfest lineup is the Rod Run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., presented by the Carter County Car Club. Trophies will be awarded to the top cars in each of the ten People’s Choice categories: Best Car, Best Truck, Best Paint, Best Modified, Best Street Rod, Best Foreign Car, Best GM, Best Ford, Best Chrysler and Best Orphan. • The entertainment stage will begin at 1 p.m. with clogging, dancing and bluegrass music and country. • Bring the young’uns to the Kids Zone between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. for train rides, carnival games, face painting, and inflatable rides. • Come dressed up and participate in the Costume Contest. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. and judging at 12 p.m. There is a $5 registration fee. Participation ribbons and prizes will be awarded. • A Corn Hole Contest will be held in downtown Elizabethton starting at 11:30 a.m. A single elimination tournament will be played and prizes will be awarded for first place winners in each category. Registration begins at 11:00 a.m. Entry fees will be $10 per team and $5 for singles. • The Antique Car Show and Cruise-In will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the 400-600 blocks of Elk Avenue in downtown. The Food Court will host a variety of food, such as barbecue, smoked turkey legs, pinto beans, kettle corn, hot dogs, hamburgers, funnel cakes and much more. For more information on Octoberfest events, schedule and registration, visit www.elizabethtonchamber.com or call 423-547-3850.

CARTER COUNTY

Craft & Car Show

October 23, 2010 Come and enjoy food and music, selected exhibitions, fine regional crafts and antiques, from throughout the region.

Still Welcoming Vendors New In 2010!

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Downtown Elizabethton Music • Food • Corn Hole Tournment • Race/Walk • Kids Area Costume Contest • Antique Car Show • And Much More!

www.elizabethtonchamber.com TENNESSEE

423-547-3850

WISE COUNTY & NORTON, VA: SHOP LOCALLY

MountainRose Vineyards and Winery

32nd Annual Wise County Famous Fall Fling “The Place to be” October 9 & 10, 2010 ARTS…CRAFTS…FOOD…AND... Miles for Mammogram Walk-a-thon, Art, Photo, Essay, and Pet Contests, Chili Cook Off, Fun Bike Ride, Fashion Show, 5K Race/ Fun Run, Talent Show, Store Front, Miss Fall Fling Beauty Pageant, and Kidsʼ Korner. On Saturday come listen to your favorite bands & all the wonderful events! 1:30 – Emily & Thorton Spencer and The White Top Mnt. Band

2:30 – Dale Jett and Friends 4:00 – Benny Jones & CMT Country 6:00 - Austin Boggs And many more of your favorites, music all day until 7:00! On Sunday enjoy more music and fun! 12:30 – Virginia Highlands Pipes and Drums 2:30 – Kingsʼ Messengers 4:30 – East Kentucky Tyme Music and activities last until 5:30! Fun for the whole family!

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BOUTIQUE

10439 N. Reservoir Road Wise, VA • 276.328.2013 www.mountainrosevineyard.com

39th Annual

Clothing • Jewelry • Shoes • Accessories

Upcoming events at Turning 360 Oct. 9: Denim 101 Workshop Don’t miss this seminar and trunk show with the creator of Beija Flor Jeans! Oct. 10 Fall Fling Fashion Show at 4 pm Featuring great fall fashions from our new, affordable lines. The same great quality you’ve come to love, at prices you’ll love even more!

Reinvent yourself. We did.

BIG STONE GAP VIRGINIA OCTOBER 15-17

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Come celebrate our 4th birthday and experience our new look before it’s too late! Things are disappearing quickly!

THE SHOPPES ON MAIN 403 East Main Street • Wise, VA • 276.328.9427 Hours Mon. - Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 11am-5pm Special Hours by Appointment

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Siberian Husky Assist helps to find forever homes for Huskies in the South

ERWIN, TENNESSEE: SHOP LOCALLY 33rd Annual Unicoi County Apple Festival

Siberian Husky Assist is a safe haven relief program that started in 2003 and is based in Bristol, VA. The program educates the public about this unique breed and rescues neglected Siberian Huskies across the South. The program’s coverage area for rescues ranges from Roanoke, VA to Knoxville, TN. According to Marcia Horne, president of Siberian Husky Assist, “The goal of the program is to find the dogs loving forever homes. These special rescued Siberians need a home where we feel that a match is made to the characteristics of the dog and the family that adopts them.”

October 1 & 2 - 8:00am - 8:00 pm The festival, drawing more than 100,000 annual attendees, has been consistently named and is the 2010 recipient of the Southeast Tourism Societyʼs Top 20 events in the southeast. The premier two-day event offers something for everyone -- handmade crafts, antiques, entertainment, a large childrenʼs area, a Blue Ridge Pottery show and sale, contests and a smorgasbord of food!

To get involve either as a volunteer, or offer donations, visit SiberianHuskyAssist.com

Follow the ‘road less traveled’... Hwy. 107 from Jonesborough to Erwin!

Forever a Diva

The Inaugural BarktoberFest will be held

Come play dress up at Forever a Diva!

Saturday, October 9th from 10am-2pm

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!

206 Gay St. • Erwin, TN • (423)735-9196

Refreshments will be provided Meet representatives from the Animal Defense League and meet some of the animals that are available for adoption. A portion of all sales that day will go to support the Animal Defense League of Washington County. Other events listed at caposmusicstore.com

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

From 10am to Noon, Meet Capo, The Face of Capo’s Music Store!

For more information contact Amy at Capo’s at 276-525-1880

903 East Main Street Abingdon, Virginia Exit 19 beside Highlands Ski House

(276)525-1880 Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am - 7pm www.caposmusicstore.com • email: caposmusicstore@gmail.com

• Fresh and Silk Floral Needs • Sweet Shop Candy • Big Sky Carvers • Willow Tree

• Hen House • Bearington Bears • Autumn Wreaths • Fall Décor

123 Main Ave. Erwin, TN • 423-743-3301

Bearington Bears Halloween Collection

JONESBOROUGH, TENNESSEE: SHOP LOCALLY Jonesborough Storytelling Festival to be held October 1-3

Make plans now to attend the 2010 National Storytelling Festival October 1-3, 2010 in Jonesborough, Tennessee. Located in the natural beauty of Northeast Tennessee in the Southern Appalachian Mountains, Historic Jonesborough has played host to the National Storytelling Festival for over three decades. Called “the leading event of its kind in America” by USA Today, the award-winning festival takes place the first full weekend of every October. The National Storytelling Festival began in 1973 when 60 people gathered around an old farm wagon in Courthouse Square to hear a few Appalachian tales. During the decades since, that tiny audience has grown to 10,000 listeners, and the hay wagon has been replaced by

large, circus-like tents spread throughout the town where world-renowned tellers spin their tales in this storybook setting. Produced by Jonesborough’s International Storytelling Center, the National Storytelling Festival represents three days of exciting storytelling performances that reflect a wealth of cultures, traditions, and styles - a world of stories in one small, historic Artisan town. For more Chocolates information, visit www.storytellingcenter.net or call 423-788-0202 (423) 913-1276 or e a r t h & sky (800) 952-8392. CONFECTIONS

Information from www.historicjonesborough.com

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Casual, Comfortable Clothing for Today’s Lifestyle 121 West Main St. • Jonesborough, TN Beside Main St. Café • 423-753-0233

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108 Minga Dr., Johnson City, TN 423.929.1080

GRACIOUS DESIGNS

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Home decor, gifts & In-Home design

Free Decorating Classes! Sat., Oct. 9th - 11:30 a.m. -- The Guest Ready Home Sat., Oct. 16th - 11:30 a.m. -- The Perfect Tree Made Easy Sat., Oct. 23rd - 11:30 a.m. -- The Holiday Home Sat., Oct. 30th - 11:30 a.m. -- Cozy Family Rooms Sat., Nov. 6th - 11:30 a.m. -- The Thanksgiving Table

Book your In-Home Consultation Today! (423)753-5247 117 East Main Street • Jonesborough, TN www.graciousdesignshome.com

Due to limited space, call for reservations All classes are from 11:30-12:30

Marty Glasgow - Owner Cassie Kitzmiller - Designer

139 E. Main St. Corner of Boone & Main St.

Jonesborough, TN • 423-753-5305

103 E. Main St. Jonesborough, TN

423-753-0583

KINGSPORT, TN: SHOP LOCALLY

Brazilian Blowout leaves hair the smoothest Rocking steady in the same location for 23 years, RESULTS SALON & DAY SPA, an Aveda Concept Salon in Colonial Heights – Kingsport has introduced the Brazilian Blowout, a service that reduces bulk and styling time, delivers smooth shiny hair, and eliminates the daily damage hot tools cause. The Brazilian Blowout (or BBO) is the most innovative and effective professional smoothing treatment in the world. Results stylist Lisa Bettini explains, “The Brazilian Blowout is a protein and smoothing treatment that should not be confused with relaxers or straighteners. While those products do straighten hair it isn’t without sacrifice. The integrity of the hair is compromised because body is lost and that ultimately leads to profuse and sometimes permanent damage.” The Brazilian Blowout solution is formaldehyde-free and there is no down time. You’re free to wash and dry your hair as soon as you want. The change is dramatic and lasts up to 12 weeks. Hair can even be colored at the same appointment. Lisa says, “People with big or coarse, kinky or ethnic, wavy or curly locks are perfect candidates for the BBO. I describe it as designing your hair to liams ddie Wil fall north and south which is more desirable than spreading east and Dr. Fre Before west.” Results Salon is a registered Certified Salon of the Brazilian Blowout. Alternatively, “curly girls” like AnnaLynne McCord, and Sarah Jessica Parker,

who want to love their curls can get advice on cuts and proper use of products from Bettini. “I have very curly hair that I’ve come to embrace but it’s taken years. I consult with my curly hair clients and give recommendations that don’t cost anything. Like use a large cotton T-shirt around a wet head instead of a bath towel. Think of the most expensive piece of clothing you own. You are not going to throw it in the washer with a scoop of detergent. You’ll take it to the best dry cleaner. The most valuable garment you own is your hair because you wear it everyday.”

After

Provided by Results Salon & Day Spa 4559 Ft. Henry Drive, Kingsport, TN 423-239-4229

Great Selection of Flax & Sacred Threads

RESULTS SALON &

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An Aveda Concept Salon 4599 Ft. Henry Drive • Kingsport, TN 423-239-4229 www.resultsdayspa.com

120 Broad St. • Kingsport, TN Layaway Available

423.247.8663

KINGSPORT, TN: BANQ announces new director BANQ Downtown Kingsport announced that Stacey J. Eubanks has been selected as Executive Director. She will be responsible for the event venue's overall operation, including sales and marketing, public relations, event planning and BANQ's long-term development. Congratulations to Ms. Eubanks!

“Usually Barefoot...Always Changing!” Toys

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Teresa Salyer Owner 246 Broad St. Kingsport, TN 37660

house of fashion

Tel: 423.765.9045 E-mail: sidori@charter.net

unique consignment boutique

Pre-Teen - Women’s Fashion Clothing • Shoes • Accessories • Home Décor Classes available at Sidori’s After Hours Club

Bridal Showers, Baby Showers, Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations

The

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Open Mon - Fri: 11:00 - 2:00

Microdermabrasion • Hair Removal • Skin Rejuvenation BOTOX® • Juvederm® • RADIESSE® Chemical Peels: Glycolic Acid/Lactic Acid/Jessner's Peels Therapon Skin Care Products Latisse Lash Enhancement Fractional CO2 Skin Resurfacing

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Weight Loss Program with Physician Consult, using Lipo-Injections & Phentermine

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GREENEVILLE/ ROGERSVILLE, TN: SHOP LOCALLY Heritage Days will celebrate its 31st anniversary on October 8, 9 and 10. The theme for this year’s event is “Building a Legacy.” New this year to the festival activities is the Corn Hole Tournament, which will be held in the courtyard of the historic Hale Springs Inn on Saturday, October 9, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This game of luck, skill and lots of fun is similar to horseshoes, using a bag filled with corn tossed at a hole in a platform. A Chili Cook-off, will be held in conjunction with the Cruise In on Friday evening. Join us in historic downtown Rogersville, TN for free family entertainment as we celebrate our heritage, October 8, 9, 10. There’s something for everyone with many more activites! For more information, registration, and schedule of events, please call 423- 272-1961 or visit www.rogersvilleheritage.org.

Get Set for Fall!

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(423)272-7800

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ABINGDON, VA: SHOP LOCALLY

Clothing & Accessories

NOW OPEN

Mark your calendars and make your list as the MISTLETOE MARKET returns to Abingdon, VA on Nov. 5-8. Held in the Grand Hall of the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center (Interstate 81 at Exit 14), this holiday gift mart features retail merchants from across the Southeast. The Mistletoe Market Place is a fundraiser benefiting William King Regional Arts Center in Abingdon. Held at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center, it's a haven for those wanting to avoid the chaos of Christmas shopping. Sleepy Hollow on Remsburg Drive - October 23. Come out and play...if you dare! Abingdon Market Pavilion from 6-9pm. For more information please contact the Abingdon CVB at 276-676-2282. Free Admission.

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793 W. Main Street • Abingdon, VA In The Heritage Center • Across from Dairy Queen

276-525-1924 Tues – Fri: 10am – 5:30pm, Sat: 10am – 3pm

(276) 619-0081

Located at 793 West Main Street, Abingdon, VA Across from Dairy Queen

White’s W hite’s Mill Mill Mercantile Mercantile Where ere History Hiistory Meets Community

End of the Season Sale! Rare and Unseen Markdowns!

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Taste with Distinction • Contemporary Comfort Metropolitan Style • Exquisite Outdoor Living Collections Winston Furniture – the first company to offer patio furniture with endurance fabrics: • Special mildew resistant yarns • Ultraviolet stabilizers to withstand the tortures of weather • 15 year warranty on all furniture

Wide selection of cushion furniture and styles: • Cushion Sets • Sling Sets • All available in a variety of finishes End of the season discounts! Purchase today!

Store Closing Everything Reduced Again!

(End of the season discounts applicable to Winston Furniture only)

450 Commerce Drive (I-81 Exit 17) • Near Hampton Inn • Abingdon, VA Mon. - Fri. 10am - 6pm Sat. 10am - 2pm • www.alfrescolifestyles.com • 276-628-4797

Stone Mill Village I-81 Exit 14 Abingdon, VA 276-628-2899 • Mon-Sat 10-5:30

Save MONEY and ENERGY in the Winter Months By Crystal Robertson, UT Extension Agent

The months are getting colder. Is your home prepared for the chill, or are you throwing money out the window – literally? It only takes a minute to look around your house for wasted energy. Little things do add up, and when it comes to saving electricity, they might well add up to extra money in your pocket.

Crystal Robertson

• Start by setting your thermostat to 68˚ in the winter months. Your heating costs rise 3% for every degree above 68˚, so just four degrees warmer will increase your bill by 12%.

• Next, make sure your vents and return grills have adequate space to generate airflow. They need to be open. • Also, be sure to replace your air filter monthly. Make it a habit by changing out the filter when you get your electric bill each month. This is important not only to heat your home more efficiently, but for the life of the heating and cooling system. • Keep cool air from seeping inside your home by checking for air leakage. About one-third of the air leaks are found through openings in your ceilings, walls, and floors. Some common spots to look are around your plumbing, chimney, attic access hatches, electrical outlets and switches, door frames, and windows. Inspect the exterior for leakage where utilities penetrate the structure and look for any cracks in the foundation. Do not seal air exhausts or intake vents needed for equipment and appliances. • Switch and outlet sealers are a great way to insulate. Believe it or not, those tiny holes let cold air into your home. Simply remove the outlet covers, insert the specially designed insulation pads underneath, and replace the cover. • Fireplaces are another culprit for cool air leakage. Replace your fireplace screen with glass doors as they are safer and reduce the heat that escapes. Consider saving your fireplace for special occasions – it might be pretty, but it sends your heated air right up the chimney. After use and the fire is completely extinguished, don’t forget to close the damper. October 1 marks a 6.4% rate hike for TVA residential customers, the largest cost adjustment since August 2007. We can combat these higher electric bills by being more energy efficient. Find out how you can do more by visiting www.energyright.com/savingenergy and take the interactive Home e-Valuation survey.

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Positive Planning

Fall Forward

by Brandi Woodall, Positive Approach Events & Consulting

The warm days and cool crisp nights of autumn, the smell of baked apples, and of course the annual display of art that nature gives us when the leaves begin to turn colors is back! I love fall, it is without a doubt my favorite time of year. This is the season I look forward to hosting family and friends in our home for gatherings. Do you have guests coming and you’re stumped on what Brandi Woodall to serve for dinner? Then head to the farmer’s market to get inspired by this year’s harvest. This is a great time of year to shop for vegetables and fruits that you’ll only find in season now. Not only will you be able to buy fresh and local, you’ll also save money because you’ll be buying direct from the farmer. No autumn table is complete without apples! Have unexpected company and you’re thinking coffee and dessert but you have no pastries or cakes on-hand? No problem, just slice up some apples, sauté them in a pan with a little butter, a few sprinkles of cinnamon and sugar and serve over ice cream or prepare some quick oats (oatmeal) and you just created an apple crisp! Decorating around the house is a lot less stressful this year as well. Keep it cozy by collecting a few inexpensive fleece blankets, baskets, light scented candles, (my favorite right now is holiday spice) and voila! instant ambiance. Over the top home décor isn’t a necessity during fall, it’s all about comfort. Are you an on-the-go gal much like myself? Well, make sure you’re prepared because with fall comes unpredictable weather. Create an emergency kit for the car; include things like an umbrella, blanket, jacket and even hair items like ponytail holders or brushes. Always be prepared for the elements (of surprise)! If you’re considering an event, we offer complete event planning services...from concept to cleanup, we’ll handle the work and you relax with the family! Call Brandi Woodall at (423)946-2693 for your consultation! www.positiveapproachevents.com, www.venuejc.com.

What: Networking & socializing with other business owners When: Thursday, October 21, 2010 6:30pm - 8:30pm Where: Polka Dots 744 Gray Station Rd., Gray, TN, 423-979-0001 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 to 423-979-0001 by Tues., October 19. Great opportunity to get your “Voice” out there!

Mona Lisa’s Gelato Cool treat without the guilt

Curried Roasted Vegetables with Goat Cheese A wonderful combo – the sweet potatoes and the baby eggplant. Suggested serving with a fruity Chardonnay or Chenin Blanc. A light vegetarian meal can finish with a more substantial dessert. Maybe the right time to satisfy a craving for warm Dutch apple pie à la Mode. Ingredients: 2-½ tablespoons canola oil 3 medium onions, thinly sliced 1-tablespoon sugar 8 ounces plain yogurt or low-fat plain yogurt 1-¼ teaspoons Madras curry powder Salt & fresh ground black pepper ½ cup white wine 3 baby eggplants, sliced ½ inch thick salted & drained on paper towels 3 medium – small sweet potatoes (1lb) sliced ¼ inch thick 3 ounces soft chevre (goat cheese) crumbled Heat oil in a medium skillet or sauté pan. Add onions and sugar to the pan Sauté onion about 15 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently until soft and light golden.

In a small bowl combine yogurt, curry, salt, pepper and wine. Blend well: add to onions. Rinse salt off eggplant slices & pat dry with paper toweling. In a greased 1 ½ quart casserole dish, layer 1/3 of the slices of the sweet potatoes and eggplant, topping the layer with ¼ onion mixture; repeat this 3 times. Top with onion mixture. Cover and bake in preheated 350 degrees over for about 45 minutes. Add the crumbled chevre and bake another 15 minutes. Serve immediately, spooning any remaining sauce over each serving. Preparation time: about 25 minutes. Makes 4 servings.

What treat is smooth, tasty, decadent and guilt free? Gelato! All under one roof, Johnson City’s newest shop for frozen treats is Mona Lisa’s Gelato, located at 305 W. Oakland Ave. in Johnson City, TN. After vacationing in Italy last year, owners Steve and Sheridan Nice found a tasty Italian dessert that they wanted to bring home with them and offer to others. “It’s different from ice cream,” Steve Nice said. “Traditional ice cream is composed of 50 percent air and has an average of 15 percent butterfat. Gelato has only 25 percent air and an average of 7 percent butterfat. So it’s more dense and it’s much creamier. Gelato typically has one-third less calories than ice cream.” Steve and Sheridan make their gelato from all-natural flavors with an assortment of fresh fruit and nuts. “The product does not contain preservatives and we make it made fresh. And we do use the imported gelato-making machines from Italy.” “My background is in food, and I went to cooking school in France,” stated Sheridan, who previously ran the Epicurean Restaurant in Johnson City. “Basically, I’ve just returned to what I love, and I’m back in the business.” Sheridan uses her cooking intuitiveness and training in creating new recipes for the gelato and gourmet cupcakes sold at Mona Lisa’s. “My gelato flavors include tiramisu, white chocolate amarena cherry, strawberry, pistachio, birthday cake and spumoni.” “We came back (from Italy) and thought this would be a wonderful business to be in and something that would be unique for Johnson City,” said Steve. “And certainly it’s something that we love, and we’re finding out that a lot of other people love it, too... They come in happy and they leave happier.” Beginning in October, Mona Lisa’s Gelato will expand their business and menu to include breakfast and lunch. “We will offer scratch made pastries and coffee at 7:00 in the morning, and for lunch, we will offer homemade soups and paninis.” Conveniently located behind the Mellow Mushroom in Johnson City, Mona Lisa’s Gelato offers every day serving of tasty treats and delicious food. Hours: Mon – Sat 11:00 am - 8:00 pm and Sunday, 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm. (Article provided in part by Mona Lisa’s Gelato)

Countryside Vineyard and Winery Received Two International Gold Ribbon Awards Voted as the #1 Local Winery Enjoy the taste of our “award winning” wines! • Gift Items • Gift Certificates & Baskets • Wine & Beer Making Supplies • FREE Tours & Wine Tastings

Directions: Exit 63 off I-81, go past old Sam’s Club building and the water tower. Take the third road on the left - Henry Harr Rd. - and continue for 1/2 mile and you will see us on the left. Approximately 1.5 mi. from the exit. WORTH THE DRIVE!

CALL US OR STOP BY! 423-323-1660 Monday -Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm • Sunday 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Gelato Italian Ice Cream • Made fresh daily • All natural - no preservatives • 1/2 the butter fat of ice cream • 1/3 less calories than ice cream

Also: Cupcakes and Homemade Desserts

Beginning November, come in for scratch-made pastries, coffee cakes, and gourmet coffee starting at 7am and homemade soups and yeast rolls from 11am - 7pm.

305 W. Oakland Ave. • Johnson City, TN •

423-262-8357

(Behind the Mellow Mushroom) • Visit www.monalisasgelato.com • Hours: Mon-Sat: 11-8, Sun: 12-8

17TH ANNUAL

Women In Business CONFERENCE The 17th annual Women In Business Conference, “A Glimpse in the ʻSHEʼ Future” proved to be another year of success for 2010! Both women and men attended this yearʼs networking event and enjoyed topics ranging from Power up with Confidence to a panel discussion about Social and Digital Marketing.

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The event was made possible through the Event Sponsor Appalachian Power – APPCO. Thank you! And a Thank You goes to Chef Richard, Southeast Culinary School, Bristol, VA for providing the tasty lunch. Also, a big Thank You goes to all the sponsors, speakers, and the enthusiastic audience. The event was informative, affordable, and a great way to network locally. Mark your calendars for next yearʼs event – Sept. 14, 2011. Hope to see you there!

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On Saturday, November 13th, 2010 YWCA Bristol will host their 30th Anniversary Women’s Turkey Trot and Gobbler’s Gait 5K. This is Bristol’s only all-women’s road race and has been a beloved event every fall since 1980. The long-standing tradition is reinvigorated this year with a new race route! Appropriately, the new course will cross over Anderson Street Bridge beside the YWCA’s previous site in Bristol. Perhaps some of the ladies who have “trotted” for years will feel the link between past and present as they cross over. The run will begin at 8:00 am; the walk will start at 8:15 a.m. at the YWCA on 106 State Street. Registration forms can be picked up at YWCA Bristol or downloaded at www.ywcabristol.org. Pre-registration cost is $15 and $25 on race day. Tee-shirts are guaranteed for the first two hundred registrants. Awards will be given to winners in several categories including mother/daughter teams. A light brunch will be served after the race and many door prizes will be given away. Participating women are also invited to enjoy the whirlpool, sauna, and steam room in the YW’s all-women’s Fitness Spa after the race. YWCA Bristol is very grateful to the sponsors who make this event possible: Allen Chiropractic Care, Inc., Charlie Sams, Highlands Community Services, KS Promotional Products, Magic of Massage Spa, Med Trim Rx, Premier Printing, PowerTalk WPWT, Voice Magazine for Women, and Wellness Way Chiropractic. For more information about the YWCA 2010 Turkey Trot/Gobbler’s Gait, please call 423.968.9444. Come join the fun!

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This holiday season, many of us will be invited to dinner or gatherings. Some may even be staying overnight at a friend or family member’s home. A great way to show your appreciation for the work is to bring a gift for the hostess. So, when is a gift for the host appropriate and what makes a perfect hostess gift?

When should I bring a host or hostess gift? Cocktail party Host and hostess gifts are completely optional for cocktail parties. But if you were in a generous mood, a bottle of wine or a batch of blueberry muffins for the next morning—or, for the holidays, something seasonal, like an ornament—would be thoughtful. Be sure to enclose a gift card so the host won’t wonder whose thought it was that counts. Dinner party Yes, bring a gift, but keep it simple and under $25. Anything that distracts the host may be a nuisance. A bottle of wine, a small potted plant, a flower arrangement already in a vase, candles, or soaps are better bets. Present the gift to your host when you arrive, or leave it on an entryway table if your host isn’t there to greet you. Casual get together such as brunch A gift is optional. You may choose instead to bring something to the meal—a side dish, dessert or drink. But ask: just showing up with a tray of danishes puts the host on the spot. Overnight stay A gift is mandatory. You can present the gift upon your arrival, during your stay, or after your exit. Consider giving your hosts something you note in the course of your visit that would be right for them, like a tray that goes with their color scheme. The longer the stay, the more expensive or elaborate the gift. For example, for a weekend stay, you may decide to send flowers. If you’ve stayed for three nights or more, a gift certificate to the host’s favorite spa or restaurant would be a good bet.

Host and hostess gifts: Wine with a twist: Add an embroidered kitchen towel or a dainty linen dishcloth around the wine bottle, or attach cute cocktail or personalized napkins with a dainty holiday ribbon. Or add a quirky wine topper with a holiday bow. Instead of wine, why not give two martini glasses with a fun new recipe and a bottle of liquor that the recipe calls for. (Or a set of shot glasses) An assortment of nuts: You can mix and make a ‘nutty’ assortment yourself or purchase an assortment. Place them in a holiday tin, or in an inexpensive dish. Coffees: Many times as the evening wears down, coffee is served and your hostess will appreciate gourmet coffees. (or teas) Candies for the sweet: Purchase candies from a retro or hard to find nostalgic store. These candies make great gifts. Chocolates: You really can’t go wrong with chocolate and one of my favorite places to purchase fine chocolates is Earth & Sky Confections in Jonesborough, TN. Cheese please: Cheese baskets are perfect gifts for any hostess. Have a variety of tasty cheeses and crackers and add a personalized card. Dishpan Hands: For the hostess with the mostess, provide her with Hostess Dishwashing Gloves. Cute and affordable. (www.findgift.com) For the fireplace: If your hostess has a fireplace she'll love incense logs you make yourself. They're so easy! Just take empty paper towel rolls and fill them with dry potpourri. Wrap them in Christmas wrapping paper (no foil) and tie the ends with ribbon. The logs will look like giant pieces of candy, but when you throw them in the fireplace, they let out a scent that fills the room. Make your own dry potpourri by gathering tiny pine cones, leaves and other dry goods and scenting them yourself. Sprinkle cinnamon on the dry mix or soak the dry goods in lemon or vanilla water, allow to dry on paper towels, then insert into the cardboard tube. Stack the "logs" in a pyramid shape, tie with a ribbon, then present it to the hostess. You can also stack the logs in a nice wicker basket and add a bow. Emma S. - Featured Crafts & Hobbies, http://www.findgift.com/For-Who/Host-or-Hostess Ideas from Etiquette and Advice from the Emily Post Institute

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The page was spotless Before I touched my pen down, Pure, snow-white clean, Waiting for the mark of a thoughtprint. Like a field of snow waits for footprints of life: Beautiful alone, untouched yet longing to be enhanced By a single rabbit's random hopping Lor by child prints beside a father's boots. Waiting to be enhanced or else scarred By spinning tires slinging mud Or by the awesome tramp of soldiers And their blood. I touch my pen down Briefly as a single random musing Or as a though child, Begotten by the works of masters. Let not my pen mar the expectant beauty Of the virgin page. May no corruption find its way past the doorways Of my mind. Give me thoughtprints Worthy of the waiting page.

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Unicoi County Apple Festival Oct 1& 2. See page 18. Jonesborough Storytelling Festival Oct 1 & 2. See page 15. 32nd Annual Wise County Fall Fling Oct. 9 & 10. See page 13 for more information.

See Mountain Music Showcase on the Road on Bristol’s CW4 TV each Saturday from 3-4pm Octoberfest Antique and Craft Show in Elizabethton, TN See ad on page 12. See Mountain Music Showcase on the Road on Bristol’s CW4 TV each Saturday from 3-4pm

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(Employment Section) Join Us! Voice Magazine is looking to add to our current outside sales staff! This is a growth opportunity for a dynamic individual with a positive attitude. Apply your ‘sales experience’ to selling ads and servicing. Must have ‘do what it takes’ attitude, be tenacious and enjoy serving businesses. This position is part-time to full-time. Email your resume to sales@voicemagazineforwomen.com or fax your resume to 423-926-9983. Teacher & Aid, private school 1st-12th grades 276-669-2823 or 276-591-7149 Morrison School 139 Terrace Drive Bristol, VA www.morrsionschool. org morrisonschool@bvunet.net We are looking for some part time help, two to three days weekly, with more days in September and October. We would like this person to be able to help in the tasting room, help David process grapes and work in the winery including bottling. This fall, they will need to be willing pick grapes. This person needs to be able to lift 35-50 pounds and be at least 21 yrs old. Work days will often be Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Previous experience in sales and operating a cash register are a plus. Good people skills are essential. Please send resume to swlawson@comcast.net. MountainRose Vineyards -10439 N. Reservoir Rd., Wise, VA

Abingdon, VA Take a Tour of a Treehouse and a Tree Playhouse on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 10:00am, $10.00. Join Rachel Fowlkes for a tour of her magical houses in the trees. The main treehouse (with 2 bedrooms, bath, fireplace and kitchen) is featured in New Treehouses of the World by Peter Nelson (copies are available for purchase at Zazzy'Z, 380 E. Main St., Abingdon or on Amazon.com) and an additional tree playhouse has been built recently. All will meet in Room 226 at the Southwest VA Higher Education Center for a brief presentation and then organize into carpools and drive to the site. Please try and carpool if possible. Wear walking shoes and dress according to the weather. Keep posted to any schedule changes - rain may necessitate cancelling or postponing the trip due to the condition of the dirt roads. Johnston Memorial Hospital Blood Bank has scheduled the following blood drives. To make a donation appointment, please contact the Blood Bank at (276)619-9708. October 1, 2010: Range Resources, Abingdon, VA, 9 am - 3 pm October 5, 2010: Food City, Damascus, VA, 10 am - 3 pm October 6, 2010: HAPCO, Abingdon, VA, 9 am - 2 pm October 7, 2010: Southwestern Virginia Training Center, Hillsville, VA, 10 am - 3 pm October 12, 2010: Food City, Abingdon, VA, 10 am - 3 pm October 13, 2010: Coome's Recreation Center, Abingdon, VA, 3 pm - 7 pm October 14, 2010: Rugby Rescue Squad, Rugby, VA, 12 noon - 5 pm October 20, 2010: Abingdon High School, Abingdon, VA, 9 am - 3 pm October 21, 2010: Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, VA, 12 noon - 5 pm October 26, 2010: Food City, Marion, VA, 10 am - 3 pm October 27, 2010: Galax High School, Galax, VA, 9 am - 2 pm October 28, 2010: Virginia Highlands Community College, Abingdon, VA, 10 am - 3 pm October 29, 2010: JMH Donor Center, Abingdon, VA, 7 am - 4 pm Healthy individuals who are ages 16 and above and weigh more than 110 pounds are eligible to donate blood. Healthy donors who are currently taking blood pressure or cholesterol medications are eligible. Diabetic donors are eligible if certain criteria such as blood glucose level and routine checks on glucose level are met. First time donors age 65 or older must have permission from their doctors, ensuring that a blood donation will not compromise their health. Donors must provide valid identification, such as driver’s license or a donor card, have eaten a meal within the last 4 hours and be well and healthy. Donors who are 16 must have parental consent to donate. All blood types are needed. JMH Blood Bank is the blood collection entity of Johnston Memorial Hospital, located in Abingdon, VA. The JMH Blood Bank provides blood products to Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion, VA and Twin County Regional Hospital in Galax, VA. Bristol, TN/VA The Miss Bristol Organization is proud to announce the date of their 2011 Scholarship Pageant. The pageant will be held on October 24th, at 7 p.m. at The Paramount Theater. Tickets are $12. The Miss Bristol Organization will be crowning three young women, awarding them the titles of Miss Bristol, Miss Mountain Lakes and Miss Tri-Cities. As a preliminary pageant in the Miss America Organization, these three ladies will go on to represent East Tennessee at the 2011 Miss Tennessee Pageant, to be held in Jackson, Tenn. in June. The primary objective of all pageants within the Miss America Organization is to enhance educational achievements and promote public service. The Miss Bristol Organization epitomizes these core values, having awarded in excess of $10,000 in scholarships and prizes in only a three-year period. This year, in addition to the opportunity to compete for the title of Miss Tennessee, each winner will be given a $500 scholarship and prizes from

Chrysalis Laser Skin Care, Bel-Meade formalwear, Electric Sun Tanning and Jim Ball Designs just to name a few. For more information on how to become a contestant, sponsor, or how to purchase tickets for the event, visit www.missbristoltn.org. Antique Roadshow Appraiser Ken Farmer and associate Bob Miller are returning to the Bristol Public Library. If you have any antiques in your home, get them out and dust them off, because popular appraiser, Ken Farmer, from the PBS program, 'Antiques Roadshow,' and his associate, Bob Miller, will be in the Tri-Cities on Thursday, October 7th. Kenneth W. Farmer Jr. is the owner of Ken Farmer Auctions and Appraisals, LLC in Radford, Virginia. Mr. Farmer has served as a guest appraiser in furniture, folk art, decorative arts, and musical instruments on the PBS television series Antique Roadshow. Bob Miller has been an associate of Ken Farmer Auctions and Appraisals since 2002 and has appeared in appraisal fairs throughout North Carolina and Virginia. Due to the overwhelming success of last year’s event, there will be two sessions this year; the first session is from 2-4p.m. with a second session lasting from 6-8p.m. Ken Farmer and Bob Miller will be appraising items in the J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room of the Bristol Public Library. This event is open to the public. Tickets will be passed out on the day of the event on a first come, first serve basis. The cost is only $10 per appraisal item with a limit of 5 items per person. Local antique shops are encouraged to participate by setting up a display table in the Virgie R. Fleenor Art Gallery for patrons to enjoy while waiting in line for Ken Farmer or Bob Miller to appraise their items. For more information, call (276)821-6148 or visit www.bristol-library.org. Following a year full of impressive accolades, including nine CMA (Country Music Association) nominations, singer/songwriter Miranda Lambert is prepared to hit the road again this fall as the headlining act for CMT On Tour. Lambert won top female honors for both the ACM and CMT Awards earlier this year. The nationwide tour includes special guest Eric Church. The tour stops in Bristol on Saturday, October 30, 2010. Tickets go on sale on Friday, September 24, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. and will be available at the Viking Hall Box Office, 1100 Edgemont Ave. Bristol TN, by phone 423-764-0188 or online at e-tix.com. Elizabethton, TN Get out and enjoy the crisp weather, harvest scents and beautiful scenery at Octoberfest Antique and Craft Show presented by the Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in historic downtown Elizabethton. The crafts, music, antiques, corn hole, antique car show, Rod Run, food, Kids Zone, costume contest and 4 mile Run and 3K walk will please visitors of all kinds. Erwin, TN The 33rd Annual Unicoi County Apple Festival is scheduled for Oct. 1 and 2. The festival, drawing more than 100,000 annual attendees, has been consistently named and is the 2010 recipient of the Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 events in the southeast. The premier two-day event offers something for everyone -- handmade crafts, antiques, entertainment, a large children’s area, a Blue Ridge Pottery show and sale, contests and a smorgasbord of food! Johnson City, TN Anniversary Party Dance will be held Saturday, October 23, 2010 at Carnegie Hotel Ballroom, 1216 W. State of Franklin Rd., Johnson City, www.carnegiehotel.com. Featuring: Music Memories Band, 7-10:30 p.m. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. $6.00 at the door. No partner needed. Couples social dancing and line dancing with a fun mixer dance at the break! Dressy western or dressy casual (no short shorts). No outside food or drinks. Sponsored by TN Dancers – We’re 3 years old!

http://tndancers.embarqspace.com or 928-2786. For directions: http://www.carnegiehotel.com/map-directions/index.cfm, 423-979-6400. What would you do if the one person you trusted most was implicated in murder? What would you do to protect them? What if you discovered you were the victim of a criminal hoax and in mortal danger? And, on top of all this, what if you were blind? Blue Moon Dinner Theatre opens the suspense drama Wait Until Dark, by Frederick Knott, on Friday, October 1, for a four week limited engagement. An evening with the Blue Moon begins with a candlelit meal followed by a live performance of the play. The Blue Moon Dinner Theatre is located in Downtown Johnson City at 215 East Main St. Reservations can be made by visiting the theatre online at www.BlueMoonDinnerTheatre.com or by calling 423-232-1350. Wait Until Dark is rated PG 13, for violence and adult situations. During certain scenes in the play, the theatre is in complete darkness. Anyone with a heart condition or is pregnant should beware the startling and suspenseful nature of this drama. For complete information and reservations, visit the website at www.BlueMoonDinnerTheatre.com or call (423) 232-1350 for tickets or information on group discounts.

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, home-baked goodies, one of a kind items, handcrafted 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 423-926-5852 or Pat Petti 423282-6966 for reservations. All proceeds are given to local area charitable organizations.

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 American cellist, pianist, and composer Dave Eggar will be performing at the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, on Tuesday, October 5. This free concert, sponsored by the Southwest Virginia Museum and ProArt, will be held under an event tent on the lawn of the museum and will begin at 7:00 p.m. A musical prodigy as a child, Dave Eggar began playing the cello and piano at age three. By the age of seven, Dave had performed on Broadway and with the Metropolitan Opera. He debuted at Carnegie Hall at the age of 15. Dave is a graduate of Harvard University and the Julliard School's Doctoral Program. For additional information about the performance, please contact the Southwest Virginia Museum at 276-523-1322.

Jonesborough, TN Make plans now to attend the 2010 National Storytelling Festival October 1-3, 2010 in Jonesborough, Tennessee. Produced by Jonesborough’s International Storytelling Center, the National Storytelling Festival represents three days of exciting storytelling performances that reflect a wealth of cultures, traditions, and styles - a world of stories in one small, historic town. For more information, visit www.storytellingcenter.net or call (423) 913-1276 or (800) 952-8392. The 2nd annual Fine Art in the Park will take place on October 23 and 24, 2010 from 10am-5pm each day. It will again be held on the grounds and inside of the prestigious International Storytelling Center in the heart of Jonesborough, Tennessee. As this is both a juried and judged art show, the goal of this show is to focus on truly fine art. In keeping this a fine art only event, there will be no food vendors or other festival-type offerings at this show. Rather, an attempt will be made to offer a venue for juried artists to showcase their artwork. Our public relations efforts will focus on drawing in a public who will attend this event for the purpose of viewing and purchasing artwork. This well balanced show will be to highlight categories of artwork such as: paintings, woodworking, pottery, textiles and jewelry. In addition to our juried artists we will again offer local "tastings". Local cheese, wine, chocolates, honey, coffee and beer will be offered. Please phone (423)753-0044 or (423)741-2815 for more information. Very few artist spaces are still available. Wise County, VA Tales of the Lonesome Pine announces upcoming schedule: Tuesday Oct 5th, 7pm - International Night, Mexico with Fulbright Scholar Raul Godinez-Ramos Tuesday Oct 12th, 7pm and for 5 weeks - knitting and crochet classes. $25 fee for lessons including yarn and hooks. Weekly needlework regulars hang for free Thursday Oct 14th, 7pm - Schlock and Awe (continuing monthly cheesy horror movie series) Friday Oct 29th, 7pm - Fright Night, with fat-free scary stories for kids til 7.30, then gore and gruesomeness at 8pm 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

With your hosts Jim Edwards, Liz Marshall, and Linda Wright

Showcasing the VERY BEST in local Bluegrass! YOU ARE INVITED! Where: Damascus General Store When: Every Saturday night 7pm – 9pm What: Mountain Music Showcase is taped every Saturday night from 7pm –9pm at the Damascus General Store in Damascus, VA.

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Abingdon Farmers Market Pavilion Sunday, October 10, 2010 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Dishes and wine pairings offered by: Chef Jassen Campbell House on Main Chef Phillip Newton Harvest Table Restaurant Chefs Karen Urie Shields and John B. Shields Town House Hosted by: Mike and Margie Munsey Co-hosted by: Dr. Rachel Fowlkes $75/person To purchase tickets, please call 276-623-1121, or visit: www.asdevelop.org/ace If you are unable to attend, and would like to make a tax deductible donation to ASD, visit: www.asdevelop.org or mail your check to P.O. Box 791 Abingdon, VA 24212

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