In late March, I returned from a weekend of a family get together of sorts in Raleigh, NC. Spending time at the Governor’s Mansion and with the North Carolina Governor, Beverly Perdue, was beyond words! I was treated like royalty! WOW – Governor Perdue is an inspiration to all women! This Southwest Virginia Lady has opened many doors for other women, and proven ‘we’ Southwest Virginia gals can’t be stopped from reaching the top! Great weekend – even if old man winter did return! Warm or cold, the month of April has the air of change! With all the exciting up & coming events, be sure to mark your calendars to attend. Many of you have asked about our 'expo' and other Voice Magazine events. YES - we are finalizing dates and plans for our 'expo' event, as well as a couple of day events which are 'new' to the region. They will prove to be exciting and fun! Voice Magazine will continue to support other important local events, such as this month’s YW Tribute to Women. Attending the YW Tribute to Women is a wonderful opportunity for you to show your support to these outstanding women of the region and to the local YWCA. The YWCA is celebrating twenty years of giving recognition and honor to the unlimited talents and accomplishments of regional women. (See announcements on pages 16-17) This fundraiser is an event to celebrate, support, and network. Make your reservation to attend. Hope to see you there! We at Voice Magazine want to take a moment to say ‘Thank you’ to all our supporting fans. We hope you accept our personal appreciation of your unstopping support to our advertisers and to us! We could not do this each month without ALL of you! Join us in our ‘round up’ of 2011 activities. Get involved and show your support. Call for details 423-926-9983. Visit our website, www.voicemagazineforwomen.com. Send your emails, inquiries, and/or your letters with your comments and suggestions to comments@voicemagazineforwomen.com. 2011- The year to accept changes, expect challenges, and anticipate miracles! Thought of the month: “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.” ~Dr. Seuss Verse of the month: “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.” Proverbs 25:11, KJV Translated, “Who refreshes others will be refreshed.”
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Hopping Down the Bunny Trail Martha McGlothlin Gayle
YW Tribute to Women Contributed
Barter Theatre’s “Age of Arousal” A Must-See Review
Voice Magazine Calendar Staff
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“Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.” Philippians 2:4 One day, a centipede walked by a tree where a wise old owl was perched. The owl asked the centipede, “You have so many legs! How do you know which one to move next?” The centipede froze in his tracks. He started thinking. He didn’t know which leg to move so he couldn’t move any. He cried to the owl, “Help me! I’m stuck!” The owl said, “My little friend, you are stuck because you are too focused on yourself. When you are focused on what is going on in the world around you, you have no thoughts about how to move. You simply move.” The centipede looked out to the horizon and saw the sun setting. “How beautiful,” the centipede said. Just then, his legs were freed and he began to walk again. It’s been reported that Dr. Karl Menninger, a famous psychologist, once gave a lecture on mental health. During a question and answer session that followed his lecture, he was asked, “What advice would you give someone who felt a nervous breakdown coming on?” He replied, “Lock up your house, go across the railway tracks, find someone in need and do something to help that person.” Both the story and anecdote above remind me that when we focus on ourselves—on our problems and circumstances—we can become inwardly paralyzed, preventing us from being everything that God intends for us to be, including serving others effectively. We can freeze in our own tracks. Following Christ is not primarily an exercise in introspection, but rather of reaching out to others and lovingly serving them in His name. In times when I’ve been in tough situations, or have felt sorry for myself for some reason, I’ve experienced release from my anxiety by changing my focus to others and getting myself involved in serving. Routine self-evaluation is healthy. An obsession with self is not. Today, if you are feeling paralyzed by the weight of a difficult personal situation, I encourage you to shift your focus from yourself to the Son and find someone you can serve in His name. The weight will seem lighter and you will start moving again. “Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this?” John 11:25-26 KJV
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Garden Faire Hosts Brent Heath, Nationally Known Daffodil Hybridizer April 15, 16, and 17 in historic Abingdon, Virginia By Fran Wall
With golden daffodils fluttering and dancing in the breeze, the Washington County Virginia Master Gardeners eagerly await the arrival of the popular Mid-Atlantic Garden Faire held in historic Abingdon, Virginia. Gardeners and yard enthusiastic, the place to be is the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center on April 15, 16, and 17 to turn an ordinary yard into a showplace bursting with color. Brent Heath nationally known daffodil hybridizer, author, and co-owner of Brent and Becky’s Bulbs will be the featured speaker. Brent and Becky’s Bulbs provide bulbs to botanical gardens, cities, universities, landscape designers, and discriminating gardeners across the country. The Wall Street Journal voted Brent and Becky’s Bulbs “the best bulb company in the United States.” Brent and his wife Becky have received numerous honors from horticulture societies for their work with daffodils. Saturday Faire goers will be able to join Brent for two presentations. Listen to Brent as he explains bulb layering for a colorful garden in both spring and summer, and later learn which bulb cultivars are best suited to pot culture. After the lecture Brent will present a “handson” workshop where participants will plant and design their own “Living Flower Arrangement”. The workshop fee is $30, and it includes pot, soil, and bulbs. The workshop is limited to 30 participants, and sign-up will be Saturday at the door for class participants. Linda Thorn, professional orchid grower from Seagrove Orchids, will be offering on site orchid repotting services. Bring your orchids for evaluation. Linda will discuss potting medium evaluating what mix will best accommodate the specific orchid and growing style. She will have a wide array of grower pots, decorative orchid containers, and orchid potting medium for sale. Seagrove Orchids will offer a large variety of beautiful, quality orchids to add to any collection. The Faire is a must for all visitors who want to visit the rain gardens in Abingdon. On Friday the Upper Tennessee River Roundtable will present a one and a half tour sure to delight both seasoned gardeners and novices. The rain garden combines the beauty of native vegetation with the added benefit of soaking up rainwater to reduce runoff from roofs and driveways. Transportation is provided, but participation is limited. Arrive early and sign up for a chance to win a rain barrel! Experience a Garden Marketplace filled with bulbs, plants, shrubs, and trees to turn any yard into an outdoor garden delight. Vendors from throughout the Southeast will showcase unique tools, outdoor furniture, whimsical clothes, antique and new garden statues and handmade pottery and much more. The Plant Clinic is just the place solve those nagging problems that plagued the garden last year. Trained Master Gardener are ready to help. After all that work solving garden problems, the sunny Garden Café is the place to find a delectable menu filled with treats to satisfy any hunger and thirst. On the mezzanine discover creative table setting ideas for entertaining at the Table Top Competition. Be inspired by causal and formal decorative table settings. Before leaving the Garden, don’t miss Frank Renault’s spectacular collection of photographs. Join the thousands of other gardeners and yard enthusiasts at the 13th annual Mid-Atlantic Garden Faire for a fun-filled, educational weekend.
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Historic Abingdon, Virginia Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center Interstate 81, Exit 14, One Partnership Circle Expert speakers presenting a wonderful array of topics including: Bulbs, Native Plants, Changing Landscapes, Containers for all Seasons, Good Bugs, Rain Gardening, Invasive Pests, Pressed Flower Workshop, Daffodils, Managing Diseases without Pesticides, LED Landscape Lights, Heirloom Seed Saving, Growing Shiitake Mushrooms, Lavender, Culinary Tour of Appalachia and lots more!
Beautiful Live Plants * Display Gardens * Landscapers and Designers A Garden Marketplace Full of Everything under the Sun! Plant Clinic * The Garden Café * Door Prizes* Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM Sunday, 11 AM to 5 PM
Daily Admission $5 Run-of-Show Passes $10 Children 12 and under admitted free
Tickets available at the Abingdon Visitors Center, Washington County Extension, and at the door
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Two of last year’s shoe trends will still have a big impact in 2011. Clogs, in particular, have peaked as a trend, so it is not recommended to make a big investment in these pieces, but definitely these styles you will want to hang onto for another season. Don’t toss those clunky wooden shoes. It doesn't sound like the most glamorous or practical of footwear trends, and while the clog reached new heights in 2010, they will continue to have an impact on 2011's footwear trends. Specifically the brass studding will continue to be influential. Kitten heels are making a somewhat controversial return, spurred on by the trend of '50s and '60s dressing. More comfortable yet less appealing than their higher counterparts, kitten heels can work particularly well when dainty, pointed, and either retro-inspired or minimalist. When it comes to this style in 2011 it's all about the theming.
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Easter eggs are one of the most fun things about Easter. Grade-school age children are old enough to really participate in decorating Easter eggs, whether it’s dipping eggs in dye, painting on fun designs, or gluing on whiskers and ears to make colorful Easter egg creatures. There are an endless number of options when it comes to decorating Easter eggs, and kids can let their imaginations lead their creativity
Tips
The classic hard boiled egg
How to cook an egg in a microwave
Are you running out of time, but want an egg? Eggs are good for you and full of protein. Eggs are great for breakfast, in a salad, or on a sandwich. Make an egg fast and easy in the microwave. Fried egg: Break 1 egg into a microwave safe bowl. Gently poke the yolk of the egg with a knife. Cover the bowl with a saran wrap or a plate, so the egg does not explode. Put in microwave for 2 to 3 minutes. Scrambled Egg: Crack 2 eggs in bowl and scrambled with fork. Cover bowl and place in microwave for 1 to 11/2 minutes. Stir 1 or 2 times to make sure the eggs cooked thoroughly. Hard-Boiled Egg: Break 1 egg into bowl. Gently poke the yolk of egg with a knife. Cover the bowl and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes until hard. Gently stir occasionally to make sure the egg is cooked throughout. The egg may not appear pretty, but once you cut it up finely over a salad, all that matters is the taste. Poached Egg: Pour 1/3 cup of water into bowl. Break 2 eggs into bowl. Poke the yolks with a knife. Cover bowl and cook for 11/2 to 2 minutes. Let stand until whites are set and yolks are thick but not hard. Pour out the water and serve in bowl or lift egg out onto plate. Tips & Warnings Always cover the bowl - Stir occasionally to cook the egg thoroughly -Remember to break the egg yolks to avoid explosions in microwave - Do not put egg in microwave with the shell on, it will explode.
The simple, classic boiled egg, is indeed one of the finest and easiest edible delights known on earth, with just 70 calories, and full of nature’s most perfect form of protein.
Tips to remove shell from egg When eggs are done boiling, pour off boiling water, cover eggs with cold water, cover pan with snug fitting lid and shake pan vigorously. When you open the lid, the shell will be broken into hundreds of tiny pieces and simply rinse off the eggs. This is very quick and easy. Slide a spoon in between the egg and the shell, and pop it out. This works rather fast, but it is tricky. Be careful not to damage the egg during the process, and the egg has a tendency to fly all over the place sometimes. Use a clean pin to puncture the shell at the wide end of the egg, which will let air out of the pocket that exists there. This will help minimize the chance that the egg will crack when boiled. You'll want to leave the membrane intact, so just puncture the shell. Boil the egg; when done (10 minutes for hard boiled), quickly dump the boiling water. Refill the pot with very cold water from the tap; the egg will contract and the shell will peel off without ripping the egg white. Be careful to do this only if your pot can withstand the rapid temperature change! A better method is to use a ladle or small strainer to remove the eggs to a bowl of ice water. Put a tablespoon of vinegar in the water to help with the peeling. Cover cold eggs with cold salty water. Bring to a full boil. Turn off the heat and cover the pot and leave alone. The heat in the water will continue to cook the eggs as it slowly cools.
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Cola Easter Ham Allreceipes.com 1 (8 pound) boneless ham 2 cups packed brown sugar 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle cola-flavored carbonated beverage 1 cup grape juice 1 (20 ounce) can sliced pineapple, drained with juice reserved 1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). 2. Use a knife to score a diagonal pattern onto the ham with the lines about 1 inch apart. Place the ham in a large roasting pan and pat brown sugar over the entire surface. Some will fall into the pan, that's okay. 3. Bake the ham in the preheated oven until the sugar is melting off of it, about 30 minutes. Remove the ham from the oven and pour the cola, grape juice and juice from the pineapple into the pan. Baste the ham with the mixture and return it to the oven. 4. Continue to bake in the preheated oven, basting every 20 minutes, for about 2 hours. Cut the pineapple rings in half. Remove the ham from the oven and float the pineapple rings in the drippings. Allow the ham to rest for about 10 minutes, then slice and serve with the pineapple and sauce. Nutritional Information Amount Per Serving Calories: 691 | Total Fat: 25.4g | Cholesterol: 160mg | Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database
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Come join us for the Second Installment of our Titanic Trilogy
Friday, April 8, 2011 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom of the Southeast Culinary and Hospitality College Located at 100 Piedmont Avenue, Bristol, Virginia
This year we will be hosting an Edwardian cocktail party and Silent Auction. Ever wonder about the entertainment aboard the Titanic? Take a step back in time with us. Come join us and taste some of the tidbits served during that historical and fateful trip.
Tickets are $25.00 per person (As always, period costume is optional.)
Butler-style served food to include Shrimp Cocktail, Stuffed Mushrooms, Crab Puffs, Antipasta Kabobs, Spanikopita, Assorted Sweets and many other great things. In addition to these delectable treats, one drink ticket is included per ticket. For ticket information, please contact the Southeast Culinary and Hospitality College at (276) 591-5699
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1. When is the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton? A. April 15 B. April 20 C. April 29 D. April 30
4. In what country did Prince William propose to Kate Middleton? A. Egypt B. Kenya C. Belize D. Ireland
2. What was the subject William and Kate were studying at St. Andrews when they first met in 2001? A. Psychology B. Religious Studies C. Chemistry D. Art History
5. In 2002 Kate caught the young Royal's attention when she strutted down the catwalk for a fashion show at St. Andrews University in A. A revealing dress that resembled lingerie B. A wedding gown C. A bathing suit D. A prom dress
3. What gemstone is in Kate's engagement ring (other than diamonds)? A. Blue Topaz B. Blue Sapphire C. Blue Opal D. Aquamarine
Answers: 1.C. April 29 2.D. Art History 3.B. Blue Sapphire 4.B. Kenya 5.A. A revealing dress that resembled lingerie
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JONESBOROUGH, TN Jonesborough Community Members Gearing Up to Tell the Town’s Story During 2010, Jonesborough residents and community members shared their stories and memories of Tennessee’s oldest Town. Now, in 2011, they will see those stories come to life on stage in an epic performance by the same community members who shared their stories. A theater production, crafted using community-submitted stories, will debut in spring 2011 and the production of I Am Home, under the umbrella title of Jonesborough Yarn Exchange, will be performed by community members at the McKinney Center at the Booker T. Washington School in Jonesborough as part of the Mary B. Martin Program for the Arts. Community performance is not theater as you know it. These productions have an impact on the community that far reaches into the community after the production’s close. People of different races, backgrounds and ages are brought together in such a way that actually creates a bond among them that facilitates the bridging of cultural and racial differences. These bonds not only happen with the cast, but also with the hundreds of people who attend the performances who are moved by the stories and actors in the play. In addition, when these stories are shared among individuals through the performances, tolerance and understanding are cultivated and people feel a pride for and are more connected to their community.
A true community project at heart, the play will be acted by local residents of Jonesborough and Washington County. Participants do not need prior theater experience, but instead an interest in Jonesborough and desire to be involved with this community-driven project. The play is set to open April 28th and run through May 21st. Evening performances will be offered at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday with matinee performances presented at 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Ticket sales begin March 1st and will be available online at www.jonesboroughtn.org or through the Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center by calling 423.753.1010. I Am Home is one piece of the community-based program, Telling Jonesborough’s Stories. A one-of-a-kind project designed to celebrate Jonesborough and its people, the program is being carried out through a partnership between the Town of Jonesborough, Community Performance International, the International Storytelling Center and the Heritage Alliance of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. For more information about Jonesborough’s community storytelling program or the play, I Am Home, contact the Town of Jonesborough at (423) 791-3869 or the International Storytelling Center at (800) 952-8392, ext. 226.
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Did you know? The creamy-white bloom of the magnolia tree was designated the state flower of Louisiana in 1900 because of the abundance of trees throughout the state. Magnolia is an evergreen and the flower is usually fragrant. After the six to twelve petals of the flower have fallen away the large cone shaped fruit of the magnolia is exposed.
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Email Marketing Last month we discussed the importance of continuing communication with your existing customers. They spend 67% more than new customers, and after 10 purchases, they’ve referred you to an average of 10 people. One of the best technologies for connecting with current customers is email marketing. Why? EVERYBODY uses email! A recent study by eMarketer concluded 91% of internet users between the ages of 18 and 64 send or read email. And, an even Ann Johnson higher number of users over age 65 do the same. The results of a recent AOL survey revealed that users are checking their email at home, at work, in bed, in their PJs, in the bathroom, in the middle of the night, while driving (DON’T do that!) and an amazing 12% of respondents said they check their email in church! Email marketing helps build loyalty. What better way to reward loyalty than by giving your existing customers something that new customers don’t get? Give them a coupon to thank them for their business, or a special invitation to preview upcoming sale merchandise. Make them an insider! Believe it or not your customers really do want to know about you. Email marketing is cost effective, especially compared to direct mail (snail mail.) For the same response rate, direct mail cost 20 times more than email marketing. And, email marketing works. A study by the Direct Marketing Association concluded that every $1 spent on email marketing yields a return on investment of $48.29. That means if you spend $1000 your average return will be $48,290! Sounds too good to be true, right? There’s always a catch… And for email marketing that “catch” is spam. If you do email marketing right, you’ll grow your business. If you do it wrong, people will think it’s spam. And everybody hates spam. Last I checked, “hate” is not a buying emotion. Email marketing is delivering professional email communications to an interested audience that contains information THEY find valuable. If you’d like to learn more about email marketing, attend one of our free seminars, The Power of Email Marketing. Email ajohnson@bpcoach.com and request information. Ann Johnson is the owner of Business Partner, a one-stop marketing resource for small to medium businesses
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Hopping Down the Bunny Trail By: Martha McGlothlin Gayle Spring has sprung! And with it comes a seemingly endless string of holidays and events…Easter, Mother’s Day, graduations, and about twenty-eleven birthdays in May alone. Usually by the end of March I would be in the throes of Easter basket shopping. But this year, I was granted a three-week grace period to prepare for the Easter Bunny goodies (the three weeks due to, as my Papaw used to try to explain, paschal moons and vernal equinoxes. But I digress.). I think Easter, like so many other holidays, has spiraled out Martha McGlothlin of control. Even the Easter Bunny, with all his hopping power, Gayle can only hop so much. Easter baskets should be fun, inexpensive and stress-free. The basket doesn’t have to be a “basket.” Use your imagination! Last year, I was strolling through Lowe’s and found some pastel buckets and decided right then and there that they HAD to be the kids’ Easter baskets. Only later did I realize how huge they were and would take some serious filling up. To fill up two-thirds of the bucket I made my own Easter grass. I took various colors of paper (which I always keep on hand for just such projects) and shredded it in our industrial-strength shredder at work on the “crinkle” setting (a personal shredder works too). Sounds like a great idea, right? Well, it was adorable, but the kids went nuts over it and after the festivities they spread it over the floor like a ‘70s shag carpet. The sheer volume I had shredded could have covered a football field. I have leftovers in boxes in my garage awaiting another brave mommy moment. To give the baskets height I stuck in a tall handmade paper flower with each child’s name on it. The bucket baskets were a hit and the buckets are still useful today! Everyone loves Peeps don’t they? That gooey marshmallow confection shaped like Bugs Bunny that melts in your mouth. I had never thought of using them in a centerpiece until I saw this one. Absolutely sweet (pun intended)! Until my kids got ahold of them, that is. They couldn’t resist the bright-colored delicacies and ate them right out of the vase! Hop on down your own bunny trail and create something different this Easter. Maybe the chocolate Easter Bunny will visit you! Martha McGlothlin Gayle is the mom of four toddlers, all under the age of five. She enjoys making jewelry (see her website at www.marthajane.com), writing her blog (www.theconfettichronicles.blogpot.com), shopping at flea markets and decorating her home with salvaged items. Martha is also president of The United Company Charitable Foundation in Bristol, Virginia.
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These days, the demand is very high for good, clean, upscale children’s clothing, furniture and accessories. When the owner of the new consignment shop Classy Kids, Joy Moffitt, was asked what was her drive behind opening the shop, she summed it up quickly. “ My hope is that all mothers can bring their child’s clothing, furniture, accessories, strollers or car seats into the shop for resale. I am counting on all the Moms out there to join me in making Classy Kids a really nice place to come and shop – and do some consigning! It is a win-win for everyone!” After being a stay-at-home Mom for over five years, Joy decided to put her passion for quality merchandise to work for others. “ I have a passion for great quality, name brand merchandise for my adorable son Will – and I have never liked paying full retail price. With my love for consignment and my love of getting a great item for a great price, I am passing savings on to others. I love finding that unique awesome item that someone else can experience and enjoy. It helps the environment to recycle and this gives some mothers a chance to experience these clothes for their own children that otherwise might not have been able to do so.” Joy loves sharing and passing on her consigning passion to others. “For this reason, I have opened Classy Kids – others can fall in love with consignment or, as with so many of us Moms, they can “feed their already developed passion!” How does consigning work at Classy Kids? “We market your children's resale clothing for you – we will BUY IT or CONSIGN IT. Here are our easy 1-2-3steps to consigning here at Classy Kids: First Step – We at Classy Kids are selective about the used clothing because we
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Recipients Announced for 2011 YW Tribute to Women
YWCA’s 20th annual Tribute to Women Steering Committee is proud to announce this year’s recipients. This unique program empowers women by providing corporations, organizations and businesses the opportunity to publicly recognize the outstanding achievements of exceptional women in East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. Every day in the Tri-Cities, our communities are supported and strengthened by women devoted to enriching the quality of life for others. Celebrating a 20-year tradition, the YWCA proudly honors these individuals and their many contributions to the artistic, cultural, educational and charitable facets of our community. The YWCA is pleased to name 12 women from the Tri-Cities area as 2011 YW Tribute to Women honorees. A special panel of out-of-state judges considered nominees from the fields of art, education, business and community service. This year’s recipients are listed below.
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Barbara Brown Jernigan Barbara Brown Jernigan is not just outstanding because she’s an active teacher of and participant in the arts - to quote her nominator, it is her “unbound compassion she has for those who struggle in art and life.” She has shared her knowledge of the arts by participating in the Watauga Valley Art League, Kingsport Art Guild and Tennessee Watercolor Society, and also organized her art classes to paint cards for elderly shut-ins at Christmas. Guided by a love for the difficult medium of watercolor paint, Barbara has dedicated her life to honoring the lives of others, whether it is teaching them to use art to express pain and difficulty, or promoting the works of other artists to raise money to support arts in the schools. Leah Ross A tenacious ambassador for Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion and the arts, Leah Ross has earned a reputation as a leader and visionary. During her tenure as Executive Director, Leah has helped grow Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion into a world-class festival re-igniting the enthusiasm for our Appalachian sound in Bristol and beyond. With Leah at the helm, BRRR has received the Shining Example Award for Festival of the Year, the Virgo Award for Best Destination Event of the Year and the Pinnacle Award for Special Events in the Cultural Arts Division. Leah has worked tirelessly to promote our musical heritage, to persuade legislatures to fund the arts and to encourage economic development through cultural heritage ventures and initiatives.
Cindy Saadeh “Inspiring”, “dedicated”, “outstanding”, and “generous” are only some of the words used to describe Cindy Saadeh, an artist in Kingsport who has been a key component in the growth of the arts community there. A supporter of the revitalization of the downtown Kingsport, Cindy’s enthusiasm and leadership has not only opened the doors for many local and regional artists but has also helped with the growth and education of the visual arts in her community. While Cindy’s work has been shown and sold all over the Southeast, her legacy will be most impacted by her gift of sharing vision and the desire for others to succeed as well.
Business & Professional Lorrie Quinn Cooper Lorrie Quinn Cooper’s professional career began upon her graduation from Virginia Tech in Mechanical Engineering. Since 1995, Lorrie has worked for AGC Glass Company, where she currently holds the position of Director of Purchasing. As testament to her leadership skills, charisma, work ethic and visionary thinking, Lorrie serves on AGC’s Leadership Team with responsibility for community relations. During the current challenging business climate Lorrie has been a strong voice of leadership, encouraging excellence to strengthen her company’s position in the global market. Lorrie also gives back to the community through her volunteer efforts with the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, Kingsport Tomorrow, Kingsport Convention & Visitors Bureau, Friends of Allandale, Junior League, and many others. Sandy J. Ratliff Dedication to entrepreneur and small business development has been a constant on Sandy Ratliff’s professional path. As the Business Services Manager for the Southwest office of the Virginia Department of Business Assistance, she has been responsible for the successful design and implementation of several programs geared towards new business growth. Her common sense approach, specialized knowledge in her field and creative insight toward solutions has led to the collaborative involvement of nearly 20 organizations and agencies within Southwest Virginia. Her considerable accomplishments can be tallied on a state wide scale, but her most important contribution has been her direct effect on Southwest Virginia residents by improving individual livelihoods and community sustainability by broadening small business and local employment opportunities.
Annemarie Witmer, P.N.P. Annemarie Witmer has dedicated her life’s work to helping others. She began in the nursing field at 18, and has continued to evolve through increased responsibility as well as continued education. Even now with a daughter she inspired to desire a medical career, she continues to aspire for more by seeking her DNP in Nursing. While her competency and attention to detail is noteworthy, it is her compassion and sensitivity that sets her apart. As a Nurse Practitioner at James Quillen Veterans Hospital she encourages her patients by taking into account not just their physical well being but their emotional health as well. Likened to Florence Nightingale she goes the extra mile, making a difference in the life of each patient she meets.
Education Melanie Lynn Crain Melanie Lynn Crain is a true teacher at heart. Although she had always dreamed of becoming a teacher, she put her aspirations on hold for her family. Later, as she worked full-time at an insurance agency, Melanie attended Virginia Intermont College and obtained a teaching degree for Elementary Education. Since then, she has excelled as an elementary schoolteacher and lifetime learner. She has represented her school system at numerous education workshops and training programs across the region, and has even presented “Planning and Teaching Sixth Grade Students” to Education scholars at Milligan College. Among her other recognitions, in 2010 she was named Outstanding Teacher by the Rotary Club of Bristol TN/VA. Dr. Amber Kinser As an educator who over her tenure has demonstrated determined leadership, Amber Kinser is responsible for building the ETSU Women’s Studies Program. She is a celebrated, nationally-known author, consultant and keynote speaker and has published two books, 20 essays and articles, and presented at over 50 workshops, conferences and invitational events. Most recently, Amber was selected by her peers to lead them as the new Department of Communications Chair at ETSU. For over two decades, Amber has promoted feminist leadership and critical thinking and has been tirelessly devoted to teaching students how to end social injustice. Cynthia P. Timp Cindy Timp is a ground-breaking educator in the field of special education in the Washington County, Virginia school system. She is also the founder of a non-profit disabilities foundation that helps families with severely disabled children facing financial and emotional difficulties. Cindy’s development of a successful “model inclusive classroom” for special needs children at High Point Elementary School drew the attention of the Training and Technical Assistance Center at Virginia Tech. T-TAC began requesting that Cindy and the preschool team present at state conferences in order to help teachers around the state achieve greater results for their own special needs students. Cindy has changed the landscape of special education in Washington County as well as nurtured families and special needs children who need support.
Volunteer/Community Ser vice June Barrett
June Barrett is the definition of a strong, determined woman. Having overcome her own cancer and a car accident which left her daughter with a traumatic brain injury, she successfully managed a thriving career in real estate, all while caring for her elderly father. Mrs. Barrett eventually gave up her career to found The Crumley House, a non-profit rehabilitation center for patients with brain injuries. In 2001, it moved to a residential center and now offers day treatment to these patients with help from ETSU, Milligan and Tusculum. June continues to advocate legislation in favor of patients with brain injuries, lobby both Congress and Medicare on behalf of these patients, and raise funds for The Crumley House. Mary Cunningham In addition to being a wife, mother and grandmother, Mary Cunningham has been an active volunteer in the Tri-Cities for over 50 years. Her selfless and caring heart has been displayed in over 36 years of service with Meals on Wheels. She is a part of all functions of the organization— preparing meals, processing recipient applications, recruiting and training volunteers, organizing the delivery routes, and delivering meals herself. During her time with Meals on Wheels, she has had a hand in cooking or delivering over 1 million meals. In addition to her service with Meals on Wheels, she was the first woman to run and be elected to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen as well as devoting time to many other community organizations. Ann K. Holler Ann K. Holler has vastly contributed to developing arts programs that serve this community. She was the founding president for Arts Alliance Mountain Empire (AAME), the non-profit organization that has published the award-winning "A! Magazine for the Arts" since 2004. Since 2001 she has chaired the magazine committee, overseeing the editorial, circulation, and marketing facets of its operation. Her leadership and collaboration with other volunteers developing the organization and the publication have proven to be an irreplaceable asset to our region. As an educator, she is one of the most respected piano instructors in the area and teaches advanced music classes at King College in Bristol. She has been the Appalachian Music Teachers Association’s Teacher of the Year and Composer of the Year.
Tribute to Women Awards Banquet
Award recipients will be honored during the 20th Annual Tribute to Women celebration on Thursday, April 28, at 6 p.m. Tickets to the banquet, which will be hosted by Brenda White Wright, are on sale for $100 per person. Support of the YWCA through Tribute to Women directly affects women, children and families in this region as the YWCA tackles the toughest community issues, which include affordable childcare, racial justice, teen pregnancy, youth development, technology education and more. For more information, visit www.ywcabristol.org, or contact the YWCA at (423) 968-9444 or via e-mail at ywca@ywcabristol.org. Photos and information contributed by the YWCA.
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Understanding and Caring for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s By Crystal Robertson, UT Extension Agent- Unicoi County There's no one approach to caregiving when it comes to Alzheimer’s, because no two people experience it the same way. Managing changes in behavior can prove to be one of the most frustrating. These behaviors need to be understood--not taken personally. The brain loses the ability to learn and to record information and events in dementia. Early in the disease process, Alzheimer’s steals the brain’s ability to record information and Crystal Robertson events. Thus, the person can no longer remember a major event that occurred in their life the day before, information shared, instructions given, or an agreement made minutes earlier. Keep in mind the following principles when dealing with the challenges of caring for someone with dementia. Difficult Behavior is Not Willful. If you view their behavior as being done on purpose, it will only create a self-destructive pattern of anger and frustration. Try to understand the "why" of the behavior—there is a reason for it. Behavior usually does not occur in a void. Connect - Don't Correct. “My father says his Dad coming to take him fishing. When I tell him this can’t be true, he just gets mad and accuses me of lying to him.” Sound familiar? As the disease progresses, trying to convince a person that you are right and he is wrong will usually only create agitation and anger. And, you may only convince the person that you are someone not to be trusted. Try to step into their world to understand their perceptions, thoughts, and feelings. To tell the truth. If the person says something you know can’t be true, don’t argue about the correctness of what he said. Either let it go or look for the feeling behind the words. If the person seems pleased his father is coming, you might say something like “Tell me about your father.” On the other hand, if he is upset, you might use a distraction. The Past Becomes More Real and Lovable Than the Present. As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, it increasingly erases stored memories. “Today” for the person may be what occurred years earlier. As a result, the person may talk about a family member or friend, long dead, as if he is alive, and may not recognize the people around him. For example, a man may not know his granddaughter or may think that his daughter, who looks a lot like her mother, is his wife, or that his nephew is his brother. The person cannot change. We must change our behavior or the environment. An important key in meeting the challenges of caring for someone with dementia is modifying the environment and/or our own behavior—NOT trying to change the person. Trying to reason or rationalize with them, or expecting them to change, are not effective strategies. The disease “steals” these abilities from the person. It’s important, as a caregiver, to remain flexible and patient. The goal is to create a feeling of comfort and connect with the person in a positive way. Focus on feelings, not facts. If you argue, you’re likely to make the situation worse and convey that you are unfriendly or not to be trusted. Connect with the person as you would with a friend. For more information on Alzheimer’s disease, go to www.alz.org, or contact your local UT Extension office.
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Symphony of the Mountains to present “Evening of Musical and Epicurean Delightsâ€? Gala On April 9, 2011, Symphony of the Mountains will present its fourth annual “Evening of Musical and Epicurean Delightsâ€? gala at The Club at Ridgefields in Kingsport, Tennessee. The benefit for the symphony, which is a non-profit organization, has become a highly anticipated event, not only by the supporters of the symphony, but also by area food and wine lovers. The evening features a six course dinner prepared by guest chefs, wine pairings selected by Melissa Ward of the Troutdale Dining Room, music between courses, live and silent auctions and a cash bar. Mr. Bart Long, Register of Deeds, will be the auctioneer for the live auction, which will begin at 7:00p.m. The silent auction takes place throughout the evening. A sampling of the auction items: one week for two in Switzerland; one week in Costa Rica; a two night stay at the Umstead Resort and Spa in Cary, N.C.; a 46â€? Samsung LED TV; a round of golf at the Olde Farm; a week in a 4-bedroom beach-front home, Litchfield, SC; a two night (week-day) retreat at the Dancing Bear Lodge in Townsend, TN; a two-night visit to the Swag Inn, Waynesville, NC; a one-hour airplane ride for up to 3 people in a Cessna aircraft; catered dinners, wine pairings and guest appearances with the Symphony and so much more. The cost for this unforgettable evening has remained the same for 4 years‌$125.00 per person‌$900.00 for a corporate table for eight. The RSVP deadline is April 1, 2011. Symphony of the Mountains is a regional orchestra which offers outreach programs for the children and the youth of our communities. The orchestra has been asked by the Blowing Rock, N.C, Chamber of Commerce to perform for the second time at “Symphony by the Lakeâ€? at the Chetola Resort in July. Reservations can be made by calling (423)392-8423. Further information is available at info@symphonyofthemountains.org.
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Voice Magazine for Women April 2011 Calendar of Events Watch Daytime Tri-Cities WJHL-11 at 10 am
April is Cancer Control Month April is Alcohol Awareness Month April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Watch Mountain Music Showcase on TV!
Symphony of the Mountains Spring Youth Orchestra Concert See page 22 for more info.
Easter
Watch Mountain Music Showcase on TV First Friday Festival in Downtown Johnson City, TN
“First Thursday” Discover Downtown Kingsport Shops open until 7:00 pm
Seen on WAPK TV Channel 6 (Most Cable), Channel 36 (Satellite systems), Saturdays 8:30 - 9:00 AM, Sundays 1:00 - 3:00 AM Courtesy of ARC TV
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Washington County VA Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Virginia Ball Room – Every Third Thursday at 7:30am
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Seen on WAPK TV Channel 6 (Most Cable), Channel 36 (Satellite systems), Saturdays 8:30 - 9:00 AM, Sundays 1:00 - 3:00 AM Courtesy of ARC TV
Watch Mountain Music Showcase on TV Seen on WAPK TV Channel 6 (Most Cable), Channel 36 (Satellite systems), Saturdays 8:30 - 9:00 AM, Sundays 1:00 - 3:00 AM Courtesy of ARC TV
Tax Day Garden Faire April 15-17 in Historic Abingdon, VA. See page 5.
Earth Day Good Friday Royal WeddingPrince William and Kate Middleton to wed at Westminster Abbey in London
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Crisis Center has organized The Clothesline Project to honor women who have been affected by sexual and domestic violence. The Clothesline Project even will take place from 11:00 AM. to 4:00 PM at the State Street Mural, 810 State Street, Bristol, TN.
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Bristol, TN/VA April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Crisis Center has organized The Clothesline Project to honor women who have been affected by sexual and domestic violence. The Clothesline Project is a national project which works to create awareness about sexual and domestic violence. It celebrates those who have survived and remembers those who lost their lives due to such violence. The Clothesline Project is a visual display of shirts designed by survivors and friends of victims of sexual and domestic violence. The shirts hang side-by-side to “Break the Silence”
and bear witness to those experiences. The Clothesline Project event will take place on April 16, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the State Street Mural, 810 State Street, Bristol, TN. The event will include musical performances by Soh-jurn, Major Canty, Impeach Dixon, JP Parsons, Ryan Ward, and Lawson Garrett. Food and refreshments will be available from local restaurants. For more information about this event and its sponsors go to: www.visitbristoltnva.org / www.pickbristol.com / www.crisiscenterinc.org or contact Tiffany Wilson at (276)466-2218 or twilson@crisiscenterinc.org. SPRING DETOX SUPPORT GROUP SERIES -Facilitated by Jennifer Darrow, CWC -Monday evenings for 8 Weeks (April 4th Through May 23rd), at 7:15pm each day -At Waterfalls of Wellness Healing Center, Bristol, TN. When Spring comes we often spend time cleaning the winter dirt and dust out of our house, office, or our vehicles, but do you ever consider that your body is also much in need of Spring Cleaning? This 8 week support and accountability group will walk you through the basics of how to remove the buildup of winter toxins. It includes an intro presentation on detoxification, simple home remedy steps to assist the body in detox, herbal recommendations to help the body’s own detox system to function more efficiently, and some tasty simple recipes for helping you maintain your results. Most importantly you’ll have the support of the entire group to help keep you focused and moving forward. Cost: $120.00 for the entire series (includes herbal products, handouts, email support, and recipes) Pre-registration is required by Monday, March 28th. Contact Jennifer at 423-202-5306 or via email at myally@allyforachievement.com for more details. EARTH DAY CELEBRATION & FESTIVAL! Sponsored by WOW Healing Network and A Time to Heal Apothecary At 18519 Westinghouse Road, Abingdon, VASaturday, April 23rd from 11am – 6pm. In honor of Earth Day we will be hosting an Earth Day Festival! There will be lots of fun things for the entire family to learn and share hands-on experiences. It will be an event to encourage individuals to learn earth friendly ways of existence and wellness, and gain better understanding of how we and our entire environment are interconnected. Children can learn to plant their own garden, use “earth friendly” dyes to color their Easter eggs, learn fun exercises to be healthy, and much more! Parents can learn how to create tasty & healthy raw “cooked” meals, make their own healing salves, learn about homemade soaps, and SO much more. Face painting and hair braiding will also be available. Cost for this event is $5.00 per adult. Children under 12 get in for free. “COOKING” RAW FOR REAL PEOPLE -Presented by Jennifer Darrow, CWC Thursday, April 14th from 6-8pm - At the home of Jennifer Darrow (directions provided with registration) For years it has been no secret that more fruit & vegetables in our diet are beneficial. Today many individuals have taken that concept to a new level in advocating a “raw foods diet”. In fact, a diet rich in raw vegetables can lower your risk of breast cancer, while eating lots of fruit can reduce your risk for developing colon cancer, according to a study published in the May 1998 issue of the journal Epidemiology. This growing movement is drawing Americans looking for overall well-being, purification, longevity, more energy, and a cure for diseases like chronic fatigue syndrome, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and even cancer. But did you also know that eating this way can help you spend less money at the grocery store (processed snacks are alarmingly expensive) and crave less sugar and fat? Many also lose weight! This cooking demo will show you how easy and tasty many raw foods dishes can be. You will see how they are made, taste the results and go home with scrumptious recipes! Cost: $40 per person. Pre-registration required by Monday, April 11th. Contact Jennifer at 423-202-5306 or via email at myally@allyforachievement.com for more details. COMMUNITY TREATMENT SAMPLE DAYS -Facilitated by Waterfalls of Wellness Healing Network- Thursday, April 7th from 1:30pm – 7:30pm -At Waterfalls of Wellness Healing Center, Bristol, TN. Community Treatment Sample Days are an opportunity for individuals in the community to sample various holistic therapies at a reduced cost. These monthly events will feature a different therapy each month providing for a well rounded experience. April will feature our Network Massage Therapists providing sample chair massages. Cost is $20 at the door and allows participants to have one sampling of the monthly modality. For more information contact Jennifer Darrow at 423-202-5306. Tickets for Buddy Valastro, “The Cake Boss” will be available April 1st at 10am.The Bristol Public Library’s 2011 Discovery Series will be hosting Buddy Valastro, author and star of TLC’s hit show, Cake Boss on December 1st, 2011 at 7pm, at Viking Hall Civic Center in Bristol, TN. All tickets for this event will go on sale April 1st at 10am. Tickets for seats located within the 1st five rows on the floor level will be on sale for $100 each at the Bristol Public Library beginning at 10am on April 1st. All other tickets will be available at the Viking Hall Box Office, or online at www.vikinghall.com. Proceeds from ticket sales will provide funding for programs of the Bristol Public Library. “A lot of folks in our region and beyond are looking forward to ‘Christmas with the Cake Boss’ says Kathryn Ragan, Marketing Director of
the BPL Foundation. “This is an opportunity to support the Bristol Public Library AND enjoy a fun event.” Ticket prices range from $20 to $100 each. “Of course, the ticket holders on the floor level can get a photo and have their book or program personalized by Mr. Valastro that evening”.For more information about this event and other library programs, call 276-821-6148 or visit www.bristol-library.org Ballroom Fox Trot Friday April 8 -7:30 – 9:30 pm -Hour class followed by social dancing- $10 per person - no partner required – Pay at the door and refreshments provided. Located at 628 Cumberland St -Bristol VA – For more information, call 276669-6051 or visit info@bristolballet.org On Thursday, April 7th at 7:00 p.m. East Tennessee State University's Bluegrass, Old Time, Country Music, and Celtic bands take the stage at the Paramount Center for the Arts in Historic Downtown Bristol for "SPRING CELEBRATION 2011." The annual concert, now in its eighth year, showcases exuberant and extraordinary talents of the ETSU program's students. Special Guests "The Boxcars". Offering the world's first Bachelor of Arts in Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music, East Tennessee State University is widely considered the home of bluegrass music in higher education. Since 1982, students from all over the world have learned the music of the mountains on the ETSU campus. This year, 15 student bands will perform, as will members of the ETSU teaching faculty. There will also be a special guest appearance by The Boxcars featuring the Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music program's own Adam Steffey (2010 IBMA Award winner for Instrumental Recorded Performance of the Year and Mandolin Player of the Year) . Tickets for this year's concert are $14 for adults and $10 for students, children, and seasoned citizens over 65. For ticket availability call the Paramount box office at (423) 274-8920. For more information about the Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music Program at ETSU call (423) 439-7072. Greeneville, TN Book sale for Greeneville/Greene County Public Library books, books, and more books! Plus special collection! Sale: April 28-30, 2011- HOURS and PRICES: 4pm - 8pm, Thursday.........hardback $2.00.......paperback $1.00 10am-8pm, Friday..............hardback $1.00.......paperback $0.50 8am - 2pm, Saturday..........hardback $0.50.......paperback $0.25 after 11am (Sat.)..$2.00 per bag (available at sale) Section “Special Collections”...reasonably priced. ADDRESS: 406 North Irish, Greeneville, TN. Johnson City, TN Hands to Service, Hearts to God - Cherokee United Methodist Women’s 20th Annual Quilt Show- Friday, April 8th and Saturday, April 9th, 2011-9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This annual event features a marvelous display of family heirlooms and works of art in the medium of needlework from quilters and crafters throughout the area. For more information or for group reservations for the famous tea plate luncheon, please call 423-926-0978. To show a quilt please call 423- 431-8822. With the egg hunting season right around the corner, a few individuals and companies in downtown Johnson City are organizing a free Easter egg hunt. On Saturday, April 23, 2011 from 11am until 2pm, kids from 0-12 years are invited to participate in the first annual Urban Eggscapade.The event itself will begin at Majestic Park at 11am for the 0-5 year old children, with eggs being hidden throughout the park. At 12pm, children from 6-12 years are invited to seek their way throughout the downtown region where eggs will be hidden on building facades, enjoy free activities, and also receive discounts and promotions from participating area businesses. Although the event is free to the public, the organizers are still asking for items from area individuals and companies. Donations of eggs, activities, and volunteers to help the morning of the event, including hiding eggs, and monitoring the crowd as a safety precaution are still needed. For more information on this event or to donate your time or items please email paeventstn@gmail.com or visit the event page for The Urban Eggscapade at www.facebook.com/positiveapproachevents.com Kingsport, TN The 27th Exchange Place Spring Garden Fair will be held Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 1, from 12 - 5 p.m. at Exchange Place Living History Farm, 4812 Orebank Road in Kingsport, Tennessee. Thousands of plants will be for sale with an emphasis on natives, herbs, perennials, and heirloom plants, along with garden accessories and related crafts. The Fair will also feature garden talks, children's activities, ol' timey music and traditional foods, as well as demonstrations of springtime activities on an 1850s farm such as sheep shearing and plowing. For more information, call 423-288-6071. POETRY WORKSHOP -The Poetry Society of Tennessee – Northeast Branch and THE COSMIC POSSUM: JANE HICKS presents a workshop open to all poets and lovers of poetry. Jane is a teacher, poet, and fiber artist from upper East Tennessee. Her book, Blood & Bone Remember, was published by the Jesse Stuart Foundation in January 2005 and won the Poetry Book of the Year 2006 Award from the Ap-
palachian Writers Association. Date: Saturday, May 14, 2011 -Time: 9 AM to 3 PM -Place: Northeast State Community College- Wayne G. Basler Library - room L106. -Cost: $25 - Limited to the first 20 participants – Register NOW! Registration Forms available online at: www.roseklix.com/pstne.html www.pstne.weebly.com. For information call Rose Klix – President PST-NE – 423-477-2223. A light breakfast of fruit and muffins will be provided by PST-NE. Please bring a sack lunch. Coffee, tea, soda, and chips will be provided by PST-NE.
FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP -April 12, 6-7:30 p.m. Facilitator: Marina Evans - Join us for a time of sharing as we gain encouragement and helpful information from each other. Support persons encouraged to attend. FREE! *Annex
Rogersville, TN VENDORS NEEDED FOR SHAKESPEARE AND FRIENDS RENAISSANCE FAIRE. JUNE 4 & 5, 2011- The Rogersville Arts Council is now accepting applications for vendors and crafters at its 12th Annual Shakespeare and Friends Renaissance Faire on June 4 & 5, in Rogersville TN. All items sold must be pertinent to the late 1500s to early 1600s. Acceptable merchandise would be jewelry, paintings and artwork, stained glass, woodworking, pottery, weaving, clothing, Celtic items, armor and swords, etc. This is not a juried show and commercial merchandise is accepted. For more information visit our website at www.shakespeareandfriends.org or call 423-923-3581.
DIABETES – NUTRITION BASICS -April 13, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Speaker: Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, JCMC - This class teaches basic nutrition survival skills when newly diagnosed with diabetes. FREE! *Annex
Tri-Cities, TN/VA Need Help = Call 211 - Contact Ministries is a non-profit, a telecommunications ministry calling center serving Carter, Greene, Unicoi, and Washington counties for almost 35 years. CONTACT 211 was started by the churches in this area. Contact provides these services to our community: crisis intervention, information & referral, and "reassurance" calls. Contact's helpline is staffed by local volunteers of all ages and all walks of life. Each volunteer has completed an extensive training program led by area professionals and "on-the-job" training with veteran volunteers. Last year, we had the opportunity to serve over 26,000 callers, assisting each caller on one to one bases. Contact is supported through local United Ways, Individuals, Businesses and Churches. News from Little Creek Books - IN THE GARDEN WITH BILLY: Lessons about Life, Love & Tomatoes, written by LCB author Renea Winchester is on the "long list" for a nonfiction award from the Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance (SIBA) for 2011.The list is available at http://www.sibaweb.com/siba-news/sibanews/209-2011-siba-book-award-long-list Additionally,LCB author Renea Winchester is nominated for a Georgia Author of the Year Award for 2011 by the Georgia Writers Association. The list can be viewed at http://authoroftheyear.org/nominees.html .To read more about Renea or Little Creek Books, please go to www.littlecreekbooks.com Mountain States Health Alliance Classes Classes are held at different times, in different locations. Please check specific class for details. Call 1-800-888-5551, option 4, to register for a class. The Annex Classroom is located at the back of The Mall, between Belk Home Store and Belk Women’s Store. Enter directly from the parking lot at the green awning. The HRC classroom is located in The Mall at Johnson City by the Belk Women’s Store on the lower level. Contact information: Teresa Hicks, Mountain States Health Alliance, 1021 W. Oakland Ave, Suite 200, Johnson City, TN 37604 YOUNG MOMS &; DADS GROUP - April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 3:30-5 p.m.-Facilitator: Pam King, RN, JCMC- This special group is designed to meet the unique needs of the pregnant teenager. Join us for prizes, fun and learning! FREE! *Annex DIABETES PREVENTION – IT IS POSSIBLE! April 7, 9 a.m.- noon Speakers: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE, Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, JCMC- Have you been told you have “pre-diabetes” or “borderline” diabetes? Gain the tools you need to change the course you are on and learn how to decrease your risk of developing diabetes. $25 fee. *Annex CPR – HEALTH CARE PROVIDER - April 9, 8 a.m.-noon or 1-5 p.m. This class is for health care workers and includes CPR for adult, child and infant victims plus AED training and foreign body airway obstruction. Includes new AHA guidelines. Fee for class. *Annex AGING GRACEFULLY -April 11, 6-7 p.m. -Speaker: Erica Jewett, FNP - How can you improve your chances of staying healthy and living longer? What myths are associated with aging? Is forgetfulness normal as we age? Learn some simple choices we can make in order to age gracefully. FREE! *HRC
ALL-DAY ENERGY- April 12, 6-7 p.m. Speaker: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, JCMCDo you run out of energy before the day ends? Learn tips, tools, exercises and foods to help perk you up, improve alertness and keep you going strong all day. FREE! *HRC
DANCING THROUGH THE DECADES - April 14, 21 & 28, 6-7 p.m. Instructor: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, JCMC - Learn or revisit the twist, disco, macarena, conga, running man and finish off with a taste of hip hop. Don’t miss this fun workout! $5 per session. *Annex SURVIVING WELL WITH CANCER -April 14, 6-7:30 p.m. Speaker: Eric Crawford, RD, MSHA - Fight cancer one meal at a time. Discussion will include healthy eating to lower cancer risk, weight loss/maintenance tips, plus vitamins and supplements to help with cancer prevention. Plus healthy smoothies - recipes and samples. FREE! *HRC DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT -April 16, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. or April 25, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Speakers: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE, Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, JCMC These classes are designed to put you in control of your diabetes. Basics of diabetes, preventing complications, meal planning, carbohydrate counting, monitoring blood sugar, medications and much more. $40 fee includes one support person. *Annex RECTAL CANCER April 18, noon-1 p.m. Speaker: Connie Pennington, MD - Get the facts about rectal cancer from prevention and testing to treatment options and recovery. FREE! *Annex CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE - April 18, 6-7 p.m. Speaker: Jennifer Smith, RN, MSHA - Get the facts about dietary recommendations including sodium restriction and label reading. FREE! *HRC CORONARY RISK PANEL -April 19, 7-9:30 a.m. Total Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, Blood Glucose and Hematocrit. No food or drink (except water) 8-12 hours before the test. $15 fee. *Annex
BFF CLUB - BREAST FRIENDS FOREVER -April 21, 6:30-8 p.m. Speaker: Sam W. Huddleston, IV, MD - Learn the latest about reconstruction following breast cancer surgery. In conjunction with the American Cancer Society. FREE! *HRC LOVING THE SKIN SHE’S IN – HEALTHY BODY IMAGE -April 25, 6-7:30 p.m. Speakers: Michele King, MS, & Sarah N. Webb, RD, MSHA -Help the girls in your life develop a positive body image and self-esteem which focuses on health rather than thinness. Learn how to recognize subtle indications of eating disorders and the importance of healthy nutrition for a developing body. FREE! *Annex HEAR ABOUT COCHLEAR IMPLANTS - April 25, 6-7 p.m. Speaker: Bruce Abkes, MD - Find out about cochlear implants - how they work, the different options, and who is a candidate for them. Get your questions answered. FREE! *HRC INFANT MASSSAGE -April 26, 1-3 p.m. Speaker: Raquel Keithley, PT, JCMC Moms and/or Dads and Babies are invited to attend the Parent-Infant Massage program. Learn how massage can enhance bonding and communication between parent and infant plus promote relaxation and improved sleep. Bring a soft blanket, unscented massage oil and normal baby gear. FREE! *Annex SIBLINGS OVERCOMING CONFLICTS ABOUT AGING -PARENTS -April 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Speaker: Kim Howell, Educator, Home Instead Senior Care -
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HEARING SCREENING -April 27, 1-4:30 p.m. Have your hearing checked at the HRC (courtesy of East Tennessee Hearing Center). FREE! *HRC
MOM & BABY CONNECTION – BREASTFEEDING GROUP -April 28, 4-5:30 p.m. Facilitator: Lisa Lipscomb, LBC - We’ll focus on getting in shape. Get to know other moms who are breastfeeding and learn, share and support each other. Refreshments. Babies welcome! FREE! *Annex
OH, MY ACHING HEAD! April 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Speaker: Michael Vavra, MD - Learn about the various causes and types of headaches including treatments and preventive care. FREE! *HRC
SAFE SITTER –BABYSITTING PREP COURSE April 30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Do you have an 11- to 13-year-old who wants to babysit? Make sure he or she is ready for that responsibility. Safe Sitter teaches nurturing techniques, management skills and how to respond to medical emergencies. Class size is limited. Registration required. $30 Fee. *Annex
Tri-Cities Go Red for Women Luncheon Join the fight at the Second Annual Tri-Cities Go Red for Women Luncheon. Make it your mission to fight heart disease in women. Take your seat at the 2011 Tri-Cities Go Red for Women Luncheon on Friday, April 29, at MeadowView Conference Resort and Convention Center, in Kingsport, TN. Your registration fee of $65 enables you to attend the Second Annual Tri-Cities Go Red for Women Luncheon with special keynote speaker Joan Lunden. In addition to lunch, you’ll have the opportunity to attend educational breakout sessions and a healthy cooking demonstration. All proceeds support the American Heart Association and heart care in the Tri-Cities. Join the movement. Purchase your Go Red for Women Luncheon ticket by calling the Wellmont Foundation at (423) 230-8550. Be a part of this extraordinary day! Registration: 9 a.m. Breakout sessions: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Luncheon: Noon-1:30 p.m. Be sure to tell 'em that you saw this announcement in Voice Magazine for women!
PROGRESSIVE RELAXATION -April 19, 6-7 p.m. Speaker: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, JCMC - Uptight? Tense? Learn a technique to help melt away your stress. FREE! *Annex
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The Choices you Make Determine the Path you Take
Who’s it for?
Pregnant and/or parenting teens in Sullivan County
*MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND *
Where is it? Celebration Church 429 Shipley Ferry Road (off Exit 66)
ON A HORMONAL ROLLERCOASTER? -April 11, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Speakers: ETSU Nursing Honor Students- Focus will be on the physical and emotional changes that fluctuating hormones can cause during perimenopause/menopause. Learn ways to cope including info about hormone replacement. FREE! *Annex LOWERING YOUR CHOLESTEROL & TRIGLYCERIDES -April 12, noon-1:30 p.m. Speaker: Sarah N. Webb, RD, JCMC- Find out how to improve your cholesterol and triglycerides with nutrition and exercise. Gain a better understanding of what the numbers mean and tips to raise the good and lower the bad. FREE! *Annex
Learn strategies to help families communicate effectively, make decisions together and provide the best care possible for elderly parents. FREE! *HRC
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What can I expect?
Door prizes like baby supplies Mom & Dad gift baskets, and more! Free breakfast and lunch Lots of other teen parents Informative workshops and exhibits An inspiring guest speaker
For more info, contact: lbrittenham@sullivanhealth.org Phone: 423-279-2860 SCAPPI Sullivan County Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Initiative
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