Hello 2012! Here we are in a new year! If this year zooms by as quickly as 2011, I think that I will start leaving the holiday decorations in place all year! I do believe that I have seen others do that! With each new year, it is important for me to set personal and professional goals. The year 2011 was a challenge for me to accomplish them. But I try to look forward to the new year as a time to renew, regain the perspective that a new page is ready to be written, and it is time to re-chart a course. Regardless of the ‘doomsdays’ predictions of 12.21.2012, I look forward to making changes and hopefully, improvements for this new year! For us here at Voice Magazine, the new year means new and fun events and taking on new projects. We will continue to participate in local events to promote our advertisers, their businesses and services and create new promotion. Visit our website, voicemagazineforwomen.com, for our 2012 projects, contests and community activities. Watch for announcements for a ‘new’ women’s event, special features each month in the magazine and other fun projects. Follow us on Facebook and participate in our ‘giveaways’ and free gifts. Be in the know with our weekly newsletter providing local information, invaluable tips, great recipes and the weekly spotlighting of local businesses. Send your e-mail address to: Sloane@voicemagazineforwomen.com. 2012 is going to be exciting! One big and exciting announcement for Voice Magazine is co-producing with Heritage TV a local talk show – Java with Janie – Your Appalachia! The talk show will be about ‘Women Celebrating Appalachian Culture.’ With the assistance of Tammy Robinson Smith, Publisher of Mountain Girl Press, ‘ WCAC’ will be spotlighting this region’s talent, art, heritage and lifestyle. For sponsorships, advertising rates and details, call 423-926-9983. Join us in support in highlighting our region! Starting a new year can bring new challenges with those changes. We continue to ask our readers and advertisers to support those supporting the magazine. Show your support by spending your dollars with local businesses! Share it with a friend, get involved and show your support. We help ourselves when we help others! And Thank You to all! Here’s wishing to you and yours the very best in this new year, and may it be joyous and prosperous! Thought of the month: To reach a port, we must sail—Sail, not tie at anchor—Sail, not drift. -Franklin Roosevelt Verse of the month: “…And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.” Matthew 17:20 KJV
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That Needs Exchanging? By: Jim Burns “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 Today, stores are busy processing exchanges. It happens every year right after Christmas. But have you ever thought about spiritual exchanges? They are always in season. Do you have anything that you need to exchange with God today? I know I do. Is there anything going on that is particularly burdensome? Then God wants to take your burden and exchange it with His presence. Here is a prayer that I pray that often gives me great perspective. Away from the world and hidden from public view, I exchange my weariness for His strength, I exchange my weakness for His power, I exchange my darkness for His light, I exchange my problems for His solutions, I exchange my burdens for His freedom, I exchange my frustrations for His peace, I exchange my turmoil for His calm, I exchange my hopes for His promises, I exchange my afflictions for His balm of comfort, I exchange my questions for His answers, I exchange my confusion for His knowledge, I exchange my doubt for His assurance, I exchange my nothingness for His awesomeness, I exchange the temporal for the eternal, I exchange the impossible for the possible, I exchange my fear for His love. Start your New Year with an ‘exchange’ that never fails.
be purchased online at www.wishetn.wish.org. Tickets are also available for purchase at Salsarita’s in Kingsport, the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, Shoney’s locations in Johnson City, Kingsport, or Bristol and at the Sam’s Club Optical Department in Johnson City. The Chocolate Festival will be held in conjunction with WKPT Radio’s 50 Plus Expo. This is the 25th year of their expo. Make-A-Wish Foundation’s Chocolate Festival Chocolate Festival ticket Saturday, February 11, 2012 holders may attend the 50 Plus Expo for free thanks to the MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center generosity of WKPT Radio. Kingsport, Tennessee “The foundation is pleased to be hosting the 2012 Chocolate IT’S CHOCOLATE TIME IN TENNESSEE! Tickets Festival this year, and we hope to are now available for the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s Chocolate have the Make-A-Wish Foundation Festival 2012 presented by Panera Bread! This year’s Chocolate become a household name throughout Festival will take place on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the northeast Tennessee,” said Wendy Belanger, MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center in Northeast Tennessee Coordinator. “We Kingsport, Tennessee. The event will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 serve so many wonderful and brave p.m. This is the largest chocolate festival in the area and is a longchildren and families in the area, and we standing local tradition. Anyone who loves chocolate looks hope that our ticket holders realize how forward to spending the day with friends or loved ones doing their much we appreciate their support for favorite thing – eating delicious chocolate. our wish children.” The Chocolate Festival provides ticket holders with bite-sized This year’s Chocolate Festival is samples of scrumptious chocolate desserts from local restaurants being presented by Panera Bread. and businesses. All samples are included in the price of admission. Our Gold Star Sponsors are Gilbert “I’m thrilled to be able to chair such a quality event and look forward Advanced Asset Management and to making it a fantastic experience for all of our participants,” NN, Inc. Gold Media sponsors Y stated Chocolate Festival Chairman, Craig Cox. Ticket holders GRAPH include WJHL-TV, WKPT radio PHOTO IN W D OO will want to save their chocolate appetite for the most delicious Y JIM G and Voice Magazine for Women. B l. S a O v T PHO te Festi “chocolaty treats” available from outstanding vendors such as: Panera Silver Star Sponsor is Sam’s Club. Chocola e th r Bread, Chili’s, Salsarita’s, Blue Bell Creameries LC, The Cake Gallery, pare fo All proceeds from the ticket sales and silent auction will Lynn pre nd Amy Food City, Shoney’s, featuring their famous Hot Fudge Cake, Sam’s a ry n go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of East Tennessee. These funds will be used e H l, e ri b a Club, The PowerHouse Church, Dixie Home Crafters, Amanda Hope G to grant the wishes of local children with life-threatening medical conditions. There – Grann’s Gourmet Apples and many more exhibitors! are normally 25-30 children in northeast Tennessee that are waiting for their wish to be As a thank you and incentive for our wonderful exhibitors, we grant awards to those who granted. Whether the children are wishing for our most popular wish, a trip to Disney, or have won first place in the following categories: Best Use of Chocolate, Wish Child’s Choice, something different like a horse barn, a hot tub to help with muscular pain, a tree house The Sweetest Service of Chocolate, Best Exhibitor Booth, Overall Best in Show and Most to play in, a visit with a NASCAR driver, a bedroom make-over or the chance to Unique Use of Chocolate. Last year’s winners were: Kaffe Blue (Best Use of Chocolate,) Two swim with dolphins, these funds will help the foundation ensure these “wish children” Dads Café N Catering (Wish Child’s Choice,) Powerhouse Church (The Sweetest Service of will receive their one most heartfelt wish. A wish offers a time to get away from the Chocolate,) Titanic Museum (Best Exhibitor Booth,) Shoney’s (Overall Best In Show) strains of dealing with an ever-present crisis. The entire family takes part whenever and Salsarita’s (Most Original Use of Chocolate.) Our exhibitors for this year are already busy possible, and all the wish expenses are fully covered by the foundation. It is a time for planning what they are going to serve and do for their booth to make it special for all of our families to come together to share in the magic of the wish experience. “As a four-year ticket holders. volunteer for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, it is an honor to be able to touch the lives In addition to enjoying more chocolate than you can imagine, attendees will also have of children who face a crisis situation every day,” stated Tiffany Porter. She continued, “The fun shopping at the Silent Auction during the event. There will be items that will be great funds raised from the Chocolate Festival grant us the opportunity to make these special wishes for Valentine’s Day gifts. David Clapp, The Art of Photography, will be providing a family come true, and we’re so grateful to ticket holders for attending this wonderful event.” studio session with an 8x10 mounted image, David Clapp will also be donating a $350 The Make-A-Wish Foundation was founded in 1980 when a group of volunteers helped spending spree for photos, Johnson City Country Club is donating a round of golf and lunch a young boy fulfill his dream of becoming a police officer. The foundation is now the largest for 4 (green and cart fee included,) a one hour chocolate massage will be offered by First Lady wish-granting charity in the world, with 65 chapters in the United States and its territories. Day Spa in Kingsport, Pizza Huts of the Tri-Cities will be offering one pizza a month for a year, With the help of generous donors and nearly 25,000 volunteers, the Make-A-Wish a $50 gift certificate from The Cake Gallery will be in the silent auction and the Carnegie Foundation grants a wish every 40 minutes and has granted more than 188,000 wishes Hotel has donated a one night stay at the hotel along with a ½ hour couples massage and a to children in the United States $50 gift certificate to Wellington’s restaurant, which is at the hotel. You can be part of granting a child’s wish by purchasing your tickets to the Chocolate There will be gifts of jewelry, designer purses, designer sun glasses, designer wallets for Festival now! Save the Date, Feb. 11, 2012 for a day of extreme fun, great shopping, and the men and women, designer fragrances, designer lotions, beautiful gift baskets, and gift most delicious day of CHOCOLATE in the Tri-Cities area! certificates from festival exhibitors, area businesses, and restaurants. Silent Auction For more information about the Chocolate Festival, call Wendy Belanger, Northeast Co-Chair, Charity Dinsmore, said, “The items we have collected so far are exceptional in Tennessee Coordinator of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of East Tennessee, at 423-989-9474 quality and value, and remember, all proceeds go for a good cause. Be sure to bring your cash or go to www.wishetn.wish.org. Do not miss out on this chocolate covered opportunity to or credit card as you’ll want to join in on the bidding for these fabulous items.” experience the tastiest event of the year and be a part of granting the power of a wish. 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CASA for Kids, Inc., serving abused and neglected children in Sullivan and Hawkins Counties, cordially invites you to attend The CASA Red Shoe Gala, our biggest fundraising special event of the year. As Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz stated, "There's no place like home!" CASA for Kids is currently able to serve 51% of the neglected children coming to the attention of our juvenile courts, yet every neglected/abused child needs to have their very own professionally trained Court Appointed Special Advocate. When a neglected child has a CASA volunteer, CASA can help bring them the enhanced hope of a safe permanent home where they can thrive. The US Justice Department finds that CASA is an effective prevention/intervention program. They report that if CASA is on a case, the average time the child spends in the system is cut in half. Furthermore, the US Justice Department has endorsed CASA to be a juvenile delinquency prevention agency– 53% of neglected/abused children without intervention become juvenile delinquents and 38% of them become violent adult criminals. Correspondingly, abuse and neglect of children has costly consequences, 3.1 trillion annually in direct and indirect costs. So, the US Justice Department has figured that, with support of CASA, there is a 40 times return in the investment. The community can have more abused children becoming delinquents and criminals, or through CASA, concerned citizens can provide the chance
for more neglected children at risk of harm to grow up safe and healthy, becoming productive adults. Sponsoring and attending the 2012 CASA Red Shoe Gala on Saturday, February 11th, will give that profound chance to more children – more quickly reunited with their stabilized family or adopted. It will be an exquisite night! Guests arriving to support a better future for CASA’s children will be treated royally! They should be, because supporters of CASA are the reason more of these neglected children in our community will have the real hope of a better future. As The Red Shoe Gala is CASA for Kids’ biggest fundraising event of the year, the extensive preparation will be obvious – as you step into the decorated wonderland of not one, but two ballrooms at MeadowView. The night will begin with the cocktail hour and viewing of over 200 varied donated auction items to make any ’Valentine’ thrilled for a whole year. After feasting on a served dual entry sit-down dinner, attendees can dance to the music provided by The Extraordinaires, renowned 9-member dance/entertainment band booked from North Carolina. Area juvenile judges will be presiding over 3 sometimes hilarious Red Shoe Contests. Judges know that only with enough staff and volunteers can CASA accept more cases, so they want the 2012 CASA Red Shoe Gala to be a sounding success, too. The CASA Red Shoe Gala promises to be a most exquisite and memorable event – Helping CASA to help children and in the process helping your community! Do call 247-1161: Neglected children in Sullivan & Hawkins Counties are waiting for that call of help for a lifetime! See CASA’s ad on page 27 for more information.
Lift up a child's voice. A child's life. Please do note the generous caring Sponsors already supporting the CASA cause and the Red Shoe Gala event – more sponsors are needed, so CASA for Kids, Inc. can afford to serve more children during 2012: Champion Chevrolet, VA Electric & Mine Supply, Eastman Chemical, AFAB Recycling, Keith & Connie Steere, Moore's Pharmacy, First Tennessee, Domtar, Don & Fran Perry, Tim & Sue Attebery, Stephen & Deborah Todd, Dr. John & Brenda Fincher, Penn Virginia Resource Partners, Jacob's Engineering, Bank of Tennessee, Price & Ramey, Absolute Communications, Family Dental Clinic.
Keeping a Cool Outfit Hot! By: Sloane Trentham Being a fashionista takes a lot of effort! It takes time and money to shop and buy trendy outfits that both look good on and are comfortable. However, it takes little effort to destroy those clothes that you worked so hard to get. Taking care of your clothes is important, so here are some tips that will help you keep your clothes looking dazzling for a long time.
Jeans
To keep jeans as good-looking as possible, turn them inside out before throwing them in the washing machine. This one little move can help maintain the color of the jeans, especially dark wash, for a longer time. Another trick to long-lasting jeans is to wear them more than once before washing them (unless they are really dirty.) To keep them fresh in between washes, spray them with fabric freshener.
Sweaters
Although it depends on what kind of fiber that it is made from, most sweaters take a little more effort to clean and care for properly. Be sure to read the label carefully, and dry clean if that is what the manufacturer instructed. Otherwise, it is a good idea to hand wash sweaters (turn them inside out while washing) with gentle soap in cool water. Let the sweater drip dry, and instead of hanging it up (which stretches and deforms the fabric,) fold it and put it on a shelf or in a drawer.
hair conditioner to soften it a bit. A 50/50 white vinegar and water mix will work also. Let it air dry for a fresh clean feel.
Whites
White clothes can be tricky to keep white. One trick to keep clothes white is a cold water fill-up during the washing process, then a warm water scrub and rinse. Cold water lifts stains out, while hot water sets them. If a white garment has a stain on it, wash it with cold water immediately, then finish cleaning it with hot water. Instead of using chemicalfilled bleach to keep whites white, use a half cup of baking soda with each load of whites!
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If a scarf is made from acrylic yarn, caring for it should be easy. Simply wash it in the washing machine and hang it up to dry. However, if the scarf is made from animal fibers such as wool or silk, caring for it takes a little more time. Hand wash the scarf in a sink or bathtub with a small amount of shampoo in cold water. Move the scarf around in the water and add a pea-sized amount of
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January is... Financial Wellness Month After the holiday spending, January is the perfect time for setting financial goals, making money spending decisions and evaluating long term obligations such as new additions to the family, family members leaving the nest or possibly attending to a senior family member’s needs. Now is the time to create plans for your everyday spending and borrowing. Create your financial identity.
• Save six months living expenses—by paying yourself first, you are planning for that ‘rainy day.’ Weather changes, so does life – unexpectedly – so plan for that financial storm. • Pay off your credit cards—Credit cards are usually the most expensive form of debt. Hide the cards from yourself, and make a commitment to pay more than the minimum required. You’ll save incredible sums of cash by paying off credit card balances. And pay attention to interest rates. Pay off the highest first.
In general, women approach topics differently than men—and money is no exception. Research shows that women tend to focus on the long-term goal, plan and time frame, whereas men tend to be focused on the monthly payment amount. So, here are a few steps to financial planning:
• Make a will—this is an essential step for all adults, especially those with dependents.
• Communicate—While it is always important to have a good financial plan, major life events are opportunities to communicate with loved ones about financial goals. Be proactive and take a few minutes to think about any expected—or unexpected—events and fit them into your plan. This includes major expenditures. Take the time to discuss your goals as a family unit. Recognize that your future tomorrow is today.
• Review progress—every year. List the value of what you own and what you owe. The difference between the two numbers is your financial net worth. Save this list, date it and compare it to your current year’s progress. You’ll be amazed at how much difference a year makes in your finances.
• Live beneath your means—Whether you are single, married, divorced or caring for family members, this is the first rule to establishing financial independence. Living by this rule will allow you to reach financial goals faster and with a lot less stress.
• Seek wise counsel— No matter how little or how much you may think that you have, don’t try to go it alone when making tough financial decisions.
So, just as you are planning for vacations, holidays, birthdays and events, start planning for your future. It starts with today!
• Keep track of everyday spending— this is a hands-on recognition of where your money goes. Look for ways to save. Do you really need that extra $5.00 cup of coffee each day? Use this money to pay yourself. Make yourself the first ‘creditor’ paid, and you’ll develop solid saving habits that will help you reach your long-term goals. Also, recycle, reuse and re-do!
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Spine Health Foundation Announces VEGAS In February, 2011, the Spine Health Foundation (SHF) began its mission of helping those throughout the Tri-Cities who suffer with spinal disorders. Bringing their mission to life is made possible by the 18 specialty physicians who provide healing solutions and area corporate leaders who make up the board of directors. These professionals recognize the importance of helping individuals get back to life by this “solution based� non-profit formed in the TriCities. In less than a year, this up and coming organization has provided hope and healing to seven local residents who would otherwise be left untreated. Left untreated, chronic pain related to spinal disorders can be life altering, leaving people feeling hopeless and unable to perform normal daily tasks. Many are at risk of losing their jobs, homes and families. Before contacting the SHF, these seven recipients had exhausted all avenues seeking help prior to turning to the SHF. The goal of the SHF is to provide people with the opportunity to regain their quality of life, and avoid the devastation that follows ongoing chronic back pain. Assistance through the SHF directly impacts lives around our community. By offering a solution to their spinal disorder, these individuals
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Celebration of Life Life changes as we age. As a parent, you looked for ways to help your children grow, change and celebrate accomplishments. Children of aging parents see the same principles, just in a role reversal. Although making the decision to move is especially difficult for seniors, the decision and the moving process can be made considerably easier if you plan ahead and enlist the help of professionals. If the senior decides to make the move when healthy and independent, the transition to a longterm home or an apartment community will be much easier. Have a celebration, much like a “welcome to the neighborhood” party. Lifestyle and personality contribute to aging and should be considered in making smart choices for new surroundings. Choices made in one area affect another area and so on. Look for ways to complement senior living. Attitude and familiarity also play largely in the ease or difficulty of the transition. Depending on the level of care needed, downsizing is a process. If your loved one sees the situation as a “forced” move from a family home to a smaller apartment, an unhealthy attitude can be mentally and physically destructive. Discuss the positives, and assure them that
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Bristol Women Celebrate 5th Year! On Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 5 p.m., the Women’s Empowerment Network of Bristol will host their 5th Annual International Women’s Day Celebration. This local event is an opportunity for women around the region to gather together and celebrate their individual and collective accomplishments in making a difference around the world. History has shown us time and time again that women are amazing people on both the global Jennifer Raichlin scale and the home front. This celebration is to honor all women of every walk of life for all the amazing accomplishments achieved. Each year this event chooses a local women-focused charity to which all proceeds will be donated. The Amazing Women Foundation in Johnson City will be this year’s beneficiary. This organization was founded to assist women who are in financial need. Dinner, musical entertainment and a motivational presentation by Natalie Manor, Business & EFT Coach as the key note speaker, will fill you, entertain you and empower you to move forward toward your dreams and goals as women. This event will be held at the Country Club of Bristol on Old Jonesboro Road in Bristol, TN, and is open to individuals of Bellydancers Alysheba, Tahiyya, and Aziza any age and gender. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. with cocktails and mingling. Items donated by local businesses will be raffled off with proceeds to benefit our charity. Anyone wishing to attend this event or donate items for the raffle should contact Jennifer Raichlin at 423-202-5306 or via email at empowerment@wenofbristol.com. Event cost is $30 per person and pre-registration is required no later than Thursday, March 1st. Registration fee includes a buffet dinner and one raffle ticket. Additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase. Special thanks to our media sponsor Voice Magazine for supporting our event. For more information on International Women’s Day, visit www.internationalwomensday.com.
Eating Healthy in 2012: A Family Affair By Crystal Robertson, UT Extension Agent- Unicoi County The New Year is upon us, and as we all know, resolutions and good intentions abound regarding healthy eating and maintaining a healthy weight for yourself and your family. With that comes the age-old question: How am I going to keep this going and really make a difference in my life this year? While there are lots of answers and suggestions, I will keep to one that will benefit not only your eating habits, but also the well-being of your entire family. This year instead of going it all on your own, get your kids involved and excited about cooking and making healthy food choices. They will be Crystal Robertson more likely to try new things – and keep you accountable! Let kids help with the full process from shopping to setting the table to cooking. Start at the grocery store, and teach them what to look for on nutrition labels. Show them what is low in fat, which foods have whole grains, vitamins and minerals. Help them find out how much sugar or salt is in processed foods. Whether they realize it or not, they're learning about important nutrients and a variety of foods at the same time. Cooking with children can be great fun, but it takes time, patience and can be very messy. Remember that the food may not taste or look as good as you think it should, but it is well worth the effort. Not only does it teach them valuable life skills, but it gives them the opportunity to increase their vocabulary, work on fine motor skills and opens up the lines of communication to build family bonds. The number one reason people say they can’t eat healthy is lack of time. Planning meals actually saves time and money in the long run. By planning ahead, you will have the things on hand you need to fix quick, easy, healthy meals for you and your family and make it easier to involve your kids. Try not to put a lot of pressure on yourself to change overnight. Long-term changes take time, so allow yourself to take baby steps. Start by talking about food labels at the grocery store and allow your kids to help choose the healthiest choice of the foods they like, then work your way forward. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER: Good cooks of all ages always wash their hands before cooking. Children have short attention spans, so give them quick and simple jobs and provide constant supervision. Keep instructions simple, and provide only one step at a time. Most importantly, positive feedback on your children’s cooking effort will encourage continued participation. Try out this simple recipe that tastes great on veggies and pita bread!
Olé Frijoles Dip Ingredients: 1 cup low fat refried beans 1/4 cup mild taco sauce or salsa 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions: 1. Wash lid on refried beans can. Open with clean can opener. 2. In a microwave-safe medium bowl, combine beans, taco sauce and cheese. Mix gently. 3. Heat 1 minute in microwave or until cheese melts. 4. Remove bowl from microwave using hot pads. 5. Serve warm or cold with pita bread, carrots, or celery. For more information on healthy food choices or how to get your kids involved in the kitchen, contact me at University of Tennessee Extension, Unicoi County: crobertson@utk.edu.
Sweets for the Sweet! Calling all Sweethearts! Healing Hands Health Center is excited to announce their second annual ‘sweet’ fundraiser. Healing Hands Health Center was founded in 1997 after a need was identified for persons who were working, but could not afford basic health care. A small group of devoted individuals decided to see what faith and determination could accomplish. Healing Hands Health Center provides, for a nominal fee, medical, dental, podiatry, chiropractic, eye care, pastoral and psychological counseling services to people who otherwise could not afford to access health care. According to Executive Director, Helen Scott, “We fill a niche in our community, and we do not overlap or duplicate other programs.” With the support of a small staff, Healing Hands Health Center exists with the help of more than 200 dedicated volunteer physicians, dentists, optometrists, ophthalmologists, opticians, chiropractors, podiatrists and counselors, supported by nurses, other health care professionals and lay volunteers who provide the clinic’s services. Other community resources are used to support patients and services. Diagnostic testing is provided as an in-kind donation by Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. Depending on the community support, this fundraiser is a ‘sweet’ way for people to show their support. Several other medical organizations and specialists accept referrals from Healing Hands Health Center at no cost or at a low cost to the patient. Prescription medications are
provided at reduced or no cost to the patient. The local Lions Clubs help fund the eyeglasses. Nothing says “Happy Valentine’s Day” like a delicious cupcake, and that cupcake tastes even sweeter when it helps uninsured workers access charitable health care. Each cupcake helps underwrite the cost of patient care expenses including medications and medical supplies. Your donation of $50 will include a hand delivered cupcake honoring the person(s) of your choice, a personalized card with your special message and a note saying a gift has been made to Healing Hands Health Center in their honor. Cupcakes are specially designed and donated by Blackbird Bakery in Bristol, VA. Healing Hands Health Center is NOW accepting cupcake orders for its second annual ‘Sweets for the Sweet’ fundraiser. Quantities are limited. So place your order today! For questions and to order, please contact Helen Scott at (423) 652-2516 or execdirector@btes.tv. Serving the Unmet Healthcare Needs of Bristol TN/VA, Blountville, Bluff City and Piney Flats. Healing Hands will be a widely recognized, volunteer Christian Ministry that serves as an innovative leader in coordinating services and providing health care that is comprehensive, free, or low cost, and of high quality to the underserved of our region.
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New Years Day
“First Friday” Discover Downtown Johnson City
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27th Annual Tri-Cities Bridal ShowD.P. Culp Center at ETSU See page 2
Martin Luther King Jr.
Chinese New Year
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Amelia Earhart Day
Washington County VA Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Virginia Ball Room – Every Third Thursday at 7:30am
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Abingdon, VA Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center will hold Have a Heart: Valentine Baking Classes for Kids. Babycakes Cupcakery’s Natalie Shortridge will be the instuctor. The classes will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2012 10-11:30 am (6-10 year olds) 12:30-2:30 (11-15 year olds). For information: 276 619-4300, online registration: www.swcenter.edu/cooking.
Bristol, TN/VA Winterfest at Sugar Hollow- Jan 14 -10:30am. The Sled Dogs are coming to Bristol! Sled Dog Demo – 11:00am – Walk for spay/neuter/adoption $20.00 helps the SHA Rescue and Community Spay/Neuter division. First 150 to register* receive nice tote with a ‘thank you’ from businesses. Working Dog Demos – by Master Trainer, Paula Shupe of “Beyond Sit and Stay,” and Jess Sparks of Silver Star Search Dogs. Warm Pavilion – other vendors and rescues, microchipping, child sleddog-rides, Southern Fire Cloggers, Dog Jacket Contest by the Junior Rescue Division. $1:00 per dog: (most handsome, beautiful, unusual and funny dog jackets.) Spay-ghetti dinner – 5:00 pm at pavilion -only $12.00 which includes live music with “Bad Influence” (70’s-80’s) music. Guest speakers include Animal Behaviorist, Dr Beth Strickler and Musher J.J. Levy (handler for Iditarod Musher; Hugh Neff) and a Silent Auction. Sugar Hollow Park, 3600 Lee Hwy, Bristol, VA. (276-494-3153) *register for walk by mail before Jan 6. Payable: Siberian Husky Assist, 6194 Penn Rd. ,Bristol, VA 24202 Each year the Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion annual poster artwork becomes an item for collectors and festival enthusiasts alike. In fact, the posters are in such high demand that many of them are completely out of print. Renowned artists such as P. Buckley Moss, Charles Vess and April Street have all contributed their talents for the annual poster. You could add your name to this distinguished list by entering your artwork in our BRRR 2012 Annual Poster Art Competition. "We've had a number of requests from artists who are interested in contributing their talent," says BRRR Director of Marketing, Charlene Baker, "with so much interest,a competition is the fairest way to choose. I'm really anxious to see what comes back." The Grand Prize winner of the competition will recieve $250 cash and plenty of publicity leading up to the festival, which takes place on State Street in Downtown Bristol September 14th-16th. The deadline to enter the contest is Friday, February 17th at 5pm. For competition rules and instructions on how to enter, artists should go online to bristolrhythm.com for details. DAILEY AND VINCENT to perform at The Paramount - January 07, 2012. Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent became the most heralded new act in bluegrass as their debut album Dailey & Vincent (2008) and busy tour schedule introduced them to wildly appreciative audiences. The group took home seven awards at the 2008 International Bluegrass Music Awards Show, including Entertainer of the Year and Album of the Year. Brothers from Different Mothers presents the band at a level of synergy that only comes from constant live performing. It exudes the enthusiasm of a venture still fresh for all its participants. Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent have been bluegrass musicians throughout their careers and never depart from that core sensibility on Brothers from Different Mothers. Ticket prices: $24 Adult, $22 Senior/Student. Miss Bristol Pageant at The Paramount Center will be held January 28, 2012. The Miss Bristol, Miss Tri Cities, and Miss Mountain Lakes Scholarship Pageants are preliminaries to the annual Miss Tennessee Scholarship Program which will be held in Jackson, Tennessee on June, 23, 2012. In turn, Miss Tennessee is the official state preliminary to the Miss America Program. Award certificates will go to the top talent, interview, swimsuit, and evening gown winners. Tickets $12.00 at the door. Red Room at The Paramount will be held January 29, 2012. The Red Room is a gathering of college students from all over the Tri-Cities to celebrate the word of God through worship and music. Admission is FREE. AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' at The Paramount will be held February 04, 2012. The year it opened, Ain't Misbehavin' made history by winning every Tony Award, including Best Musical! Ain't Misbehavin' is an extraordinary musical because it emcompasses 30 show-stopping musical numbers that take you on a
journey not only through the Fats Waller song book, but through Harlem in it's heyday. With a dynamic five member cast, and a six piece band who turn the theatre into a rollicking rent party, Ain't Misbehavin' is a night of entertainment young and old will not soon forget! Tickets $30 Adult, $26 Seniors, $22 Group of 8 or more. All tickets are reserved seating. New Year Wellness Program Series, facilitated by Jennifer Raichlin, Certified Wellness Coach, will be held Thursdays in January 2012 from 6-7:30pm each session at Waterfalls of Wellness Healing Center in Bristol, TN. The Perfect Jumpstart to Making your Healthy New Year's Resolution Stick! This four week program will cover everything from Basic Nutrition & Portion control, Essential Oils for Health, Developing a Conscious Relationship with your Food, AND Stress Release & Meditation Techniques. This Series of classes will provide information AND support for you as you move forward toward Optimal Wellness. Cost for this series is budget friendly at $60 for the entire 4 weeks. (Individual classes $20 each). Seating is Limited so Registration is Required. Contact Jennifer at 423-202-5306 or myally@allyforachievement.com to reserve your seat! Spiritual Exploration Group, facilitated by: Michele Villeneuve, Reiki Master, Life Coach & Sonya Johnson, Nutritionist, Reiki Practitioner (Friday group only) will be held Friday, January 20th from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM and Monday, January 23rd from 1:00 PM to 2:30 at Waterfalls of Wellness Healing Center in Bristol, TN. This group is designed to explore various topics of the spiritual and metaphysical nature. Topics may include intuition, angels, spirit guides, Near Death Experiences, energy, reincarnation and a variety of other subjects. There will be time for group or individual exercises as well as discussion of the experiences. Cost: $10. For more information or to RSVP please contact Michele at 570-367- 3845 or mvilleneuve44@hotmail.com. FREE Community Open House Friday, January 13th from 5:30pm-8:30pm at 739 Bluff City Highway (lower level), Bristol, TN 37620 at Waterfalls of Wellness Healing Center. Learn about holistic and alternative healing therapies available in the Tri-Cities region. Meet some of the practitioners in our Network. Get information on classes, workshops, and wellness seminars available to you in your neighborhood. Healthy light snacks will be provided. All who attend will be registered to win a Holistic Wellness Package. For more information call Jennifer Darrow at 423-202-5306. Belly Dance Basics will be held January 10, 2012-February 21, 2012 from 5:30pm-6:30pm (No class February 14, 2012). Instructor: Alysheba of the Desert Divas. Do you have physical restrictions? Do you lack coordination or balance? Do you want to get rid of those winter blues? Then Belly Dance Basics is for you! Belly Dance was created by women for women no matter the physical to tone, slim, and re-energize the body to fun World Dance Music! Also reconnect with parts of your body you didn't know you could move! Belly dance is a great way to build self-confidence and connect with other women! If you answered yes to any of these questions then Belly Dance Basics is a great investment for you! Class fee is $10.00 per class. Hip scarves will be provided for class use and for purchase! If you have any questions or would like to pre-register please feel free to contact Alysheba at: AlyshebaStar@hotmail.com. Tai Chi Fitness Classes, facilitated by Jennifer Raichlin, CWC, Certified Tai Chi Instructor, will be held Mondays from 3pm-4:15pm and Wednesdays from 5:45pm-7pm. Tai Chi is one of the oldest disciplines know to increase balance, body awareness, muscle tone, flexibility, aid digestion, and reduce stress. It teaches our Being how to approach all of life through internal relaxation instead of through worry, fear or a position of defense. These classes are designed for the average person who wants to enjoy the benefits of Tai Chi, while also getting a meaningful workout, without strenuous difficult exercise. Once the basic moves are mastered, one can easily use these techniques daily for increasing balance, strength, and energy. Cost is $10.00 per class. Discounts will be given to those who prepay by the month. Contact Jennifer for more information at 423-202-5306 or via email at myally@allyforachievement.com.
Reiki Level 2 Class (Pre-requisite Reiki Level 1), instructed by Marita Aicher-Swartz, will be held Sunday, January 22nd from 9:00am – 5:00pm at Waterfalls of Wellness Healing Center in Bristol, TN. This one day class includes lecture, discussion and practice using all the level II symbols including distant healing, and practice using all the Japanese Reiki Techniques mentioned above. While practice takes place during the class, it is expected that you will set aside additional time to practice after the class is over. Please commit to this additional time which should be one evening a week for several weeks, or its equivalent, to practice Reiki with one or more people from your Reiki class or with members of your family or friends. This additional practice is necessary to gain the experience and confidence you need to fully utilize the Reiki training. Cost: $175.00 with a $100.00 non-refundable deposit. Contact Marita at peace@marita-reiki.com for more information or to register. NOTE: Reiki I and II may be taken together as a two-day intensive. Artistic Expressions - Series 1 (Class #1 - "Climbing the Stairs of Color"), facilitated by Jennifer Raichlin, Certified Wellness Coach, will be held Saturday, January 28th from 10am-12:30pm at Waterfalls of Wellness Healing Center, Bristol, TN. This is the first class in a six class series of art classes designed to help an individual become more expressive through creativity. It has also been extremely useful for individuals who are working through challenging times or changes in their life experience. Each class combines breath/meditative techniques with body movement, music, aromatic science and various artistic mediums (tools). In Class #1 we explore the basic colors of the spectrum and their association with feelings and emotion. Then utilize the creative flow to create a personal Mandala, which offers the participant an artistic representation of their experiential journey. Cost per class is $30.00 and includes all materials. *Pre-pay for all six classes and receive a 10% discount and a free journal for tracking your artistic experiences. Registration must be completed and full tuition of $162.00 paid by Thursday, January 19th to receive this discount. (for info on the other 5 classes in this series visit www.allyforachievment.com) Seating is Limited to 6 people per class so early registration is suggested! Contact Jennifer at 423-202-5306 or myally@allyforachievment.com.
join with the East Tennessee Children's Choir to present John Rutter's work: Mass of the Children. The Chorale anticipates 3-4 open positions in each of the four voice parts, (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) and seeks singers with good sight reading skills who love choral music. Interested singers should contact the conductor, David Hendricksen at (423) 638-0409 or by email at conductordavid@embarqmail.com in order to schedule an audition appointment time for January 12. Auditions are private and short (about 15 minutes), and involve singing a familiar piece, sight reading, and some simple vocal exercises to check pitch and dynamic range, control of vibrato and general vocal production. For further information about the Chorale or the audition process, visit the Chorale’s web site (www.thecivicchorale.org) or contact the conductor as indicated above. Kingsport, TN CASA for Kids, Inc - Providing advocacy for abused/neglected children. The next scheduled training session will be held at our Bristol Satellite Office beginning January 10, 2012. Check our website to complete an application to begin the screening process. It will be one of the most profound important things you will ever do for children who desperately need a 'powerful voice in court'. Lift up a child's voice. For more information call, 423.247.1161 or visit www.casa4kidsinc.org. Casa For Kids, Inc, 317 Shelby St. Ste. 206 Kingsport, TN 37660 - Fax 423.247.1156
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Johnson City, TN The Civic Chorale, the region’s leading independent auditioned choir, will hold auditions for new members on Thursday, January 12, in the choir room of Munsey Memorial United Methodist Church, at the corner of Roan and Market Streets in Johnson City, where the group rehearses. The Chorale will sing a concert on March 11 with choral compositions of three American composers: Randall Thompson, Aaron Copland, and our own region's Kenton Coe. On April 28, The Civic Chorale will
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day in January? A. The second Monday of the month B. The third Monday of the month C. The first Tuesday of the month
4. What 'strange' custom is practiced by Japanese people at the moment the New Year begins? A. They bow to the first animal they see B. They begin to laugh C. They put a bowl of rice by their front door
3. Janaury is also called the National ____ Month in the United States. A. Chocolate
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Reiki Level 1 Class, instructed by Marita Aicher-Swartz, will be held Saturday, January 21st from 9:00am – 5:00pm at Waterfalls of Wellness Healing Center in Bristol, TN.This one day class is a combination of lecture, discussion and experience. Practice time includes giving and receiving a complete Reiki treatment using all the hand positions and the self-treatment. Cost: $175.00 with a $100.00 non-refundable deposit. Contact Marita at peace@marita-reiki.com for more information or to register. NOTE: Reiki I and II may be taken together as a two-day intensive.
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