How many times have you said or heard the words, “ I've had it!?” These three little words can close doors and yet open just as many! Think for a second – the flu - “I've had it!” - a great bottle of Malbec wine - “I've had it!” These simple words, “I've had it” seem to be a connection for opening a door. But, say the same words when you are completely stressed to the limit: “I've had it!” Or trying to communicate with someone with no reaction - “I've had it!” These same little words reflect the end and the closing of a door. But the similarity between them is clear - the connection. So before you speak these simple words again, ask yourself about the connection – do I want to close the door or open it? Oh well... “I've had it!?” YES - “I've had it” – 100 issues of Voice Magazine for women! Me and the staff! We've had the pleasure of connecting with you and bringing 100 great issues to the Tri-Cities region! We would like to say 'Thank you' to ALL of you in as many ways possible. It is so hard to believe that this is the 100th issue of Voice Magazine for Women. To show our gratitude, we are celebrating with you Ten Days of Giveaways on Facebook! Please participate! Our success comes from your support to us and to the local businesses featured each month in Voice Magazine. Our advertisers, readers, fans and those supporters behind the scenes are the ones that have brought Voice Magazine to this milestone - our 100th issue! Thank You! And we hope that you will enjoy this very special issue! We continue to ask for you to show your support to us and to our advertisers on our journey to our next milestone – the 200th issue! Be sure to get involved and show your support in the many activities and fundraisers we sponsor and/or support. Visit our website, www.voicemagazineforwomen.com for more information. Send your emails, inquiries, and/or your letters with your comments and suggestions to comments@voicemagazineforwomen.com. Happy Father’s Day to all those Dads out there! Show him that you care! And Daddy, I miss you and love you! Verse of the month: “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven; A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away; A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak; A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.” Ecclesiastes 3, 1-8 KJV Thought of the month: “It’s not your job to like me, it’s mine.”– Byron Katie.
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“But now are they many members, yet but one body. And the eye cannot say unto the hand, I have no need of thee: nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you. Nay, much more those members of the body, which seem to be more feeble, are necessary.” 1 Corinthians 12:20-22 KJV I’ve read the story about Charles Plumb, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate who became a jet fighter pilot in Vietnam. After 75 combat missions, his plane was destroyed by a surface-to-air missile. Plumb ejected and parachuted into enemy hands. He was captured and spent six years in a Communist prison. He survived that ordeal and now lectures about lessons learned from that experience. One day, when Plumb and his wife were sitting in a restaurant, a man at another table came up and said, “You're Plumb! You flew jet fighters in Vietnam from the aircraft carrier Kitty Hawk. You were shot down!” “How in the world did you know that?” asked Plumb. “I packed your parachute,” the man replied. Plumb gasped in surprise and gratitude. The man pumped his hand and said, “I guess it worked!” Plumb assured him, “It sure did — if your 'chute hadn't worked, I wouldn't be here today.” Plumb couldn't sleep that night, thinking about that man. Plumb says, “I kept wondering what he might have looked like in a Navy uniform - a Dixie cup hat, a bib in the back and bell bottom trousers. I wondered how many times I might have passed him on the Kitty Hawk. I wondered how many times I might have seen him and not even said good morning, how are you, or anything because, you see, I was a fighter pilot and he was just a sailor.” Plumb thought of the many hours the sailor had spent on a long wooden table in the bowels of the ship, carefully weaving the shrouds and folding the silks of every chute, each time holding in his hands the fate of someone he didn't know. Now, whenever Plumb shares his story, he asks his audience, “Who's packing your parachute?” This is a great reminder of the truth that, individually, every Christ-follower is an important member of the body of Christ. Each one of us plays a vital role, and without each individual’s contributions, we are all weakened. Someone, recently, has no doubt “packed your parachute” with a word of encouragement, a spiritual insight, a positive role-modeling of the Christian life or simply by giving you a hand with a task. Today, why not send an e-mail or make a phone call, thanking that person for “packing your parachute?”
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Colorblock Party By: Sloane Trentha m Uphoff For the last few seasons, a trend has made its way into the limelight, and it doesn’t seem like it’s going to go away any time soon. That trend is colorblocking, or pairing contrasting solid colors in the same outfit by creating “blocks” of color. Colorblocking comes in many forms. Some garments are already colorblocked when you buy them. For example, some pieces such as dresses and suits can separate the body into sections by dividing colors either horizontally or vertically. Another option is to choose each piece and color separately and layer the clothing to create the “block” look. The most basic way to color block is to choose only two colors: a bright hue and a neutral, such as black, white, gray, beige and other similar colors. Once you get the hang of pairing two colors, add one or two more colors with different hues than the original two. Another easy way to color block is to wear different shades of the same color. For example, baby blue complements navy blue. Cobalt blue would be a good choice for an additional color. If you want to go all out, don’t be afraid to experiment with different colors.
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None of us would be here without our fathers, so this year, show him what he means to you. Whether he is tech savvy, adventurous or the do-it-yourself kind of man, Voice Magazine can help you find that perfect gift for Dad.
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Please join us Thursday, June 7th from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. in presenting a husband and wife team, Jeff Chapman-Crane and Sharman Chapman-Crane’s "A Winter's Day at Benora." Jeff Chapman-Crane is a full-time professional artist from Eastern Kentucky. His paintings, which are done in watercolor, egg tempera and gouache, are realistically done with balanced design, harmonious color and skillful craftsmanship. Much of his work reflects that of the classic American artists Edward Hopper, Winslow Homer, Thomas Eakins and Andrew Wyeth.Chapman-Crane is a four-time finalist in The Artist’s Magazine's annual portrait competition. Jeff and his wife, Sharman, currently operate the Valley of the Winds Art Gallery in Eolia, Kentucky. Sharman Chapman-Crane is a lover of nature and believes that art is a prophetic voice and a necessity for the human soul, not a luxury. Sharman uses recycled materials in her creations to show the importance of reducing and reusing to better the environment. She writes poetry with each piece to give that body of work a voice and to amplify its meaning. When asked why she does what she does, she said, "Because we share this earth; because we are neighbors." "Dye Your Own Silk Scarf" during the June 30th workshop. $44 per person (includes scarf: choice of silk or silk/wool blend) 10 a.m. - noon. Pick up your custom dyed scarf at 1:30 that day! Oil Stick Painting Workshop with Paul DeMarrais will be held on Saturday, July 14 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $75 per person. Come check out Downtown Saturday Nights in the City! We will be having an artist outside the gallery displaying their artwork for sale each Saturday from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. until the end of June!
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Stella Parton Tell It Sister, Tell It By: Sloane Trentham Uphoff Editorial Assistant The day after Stella Parton turned 63, she arrived at The Family Bakery in Gate City, Virginia, to sign copies of her new book, Tell It Sister, Tell It. It was then declared Stella Parton Day on May 5, 2012 in Gate City. “I’m not sure what it unlocks,” said Mayor Mark Jenkins with a laugh as he presented Stella with a big golden key. In her long flowing maxi dress and loosely-curled hair, Stella accepts the key with a big smile. The sound of a blender fills the background as iced coffee and smoothies are made in the small-town bakery as Stella signs books for her admirers. “The book has already been a huge success,” she said. “I have already had people tell me it has changed their life.” Stella, who wrote and recorded the country hit single, “I Want to Hold You in My Dreams Tonight,” calls her book an “inspirational memoir” and wrote it as a message of hope for women who have found themselves in domestic abuse situations. ““I thought that if I could have the courage to write about my own pain and suffering and struggles, then maybe it could reach out and help someone else,” she said. Each chapter is written to stand alone as a separate story from Stella’s life. She shares personal memories, including her heartbreak over losing her parents, her dreams of singing at the Grand Ole Opry and the horrifying circumstances in which she was almost raped. “There is so much shame attached to domestic violence and rape that I feel like it needs to be brought up more often,” said Stella. “I believe we are all responsible for speaking the truth no matter what people think about it.” Stella’s sister, Dolly Parton is a well-known singer/songwriter and actress, and while many people know about Dolly, they don’t know much about the rest of her family, who are from Sevierville, Tennessee. Stella, who is one of 12 children, wanted to tell of her experiences growing up from her own perspective. “Celebrity takes a big toll on a family,” she said. Some of the information in the book was a surprise to family and fans. Since her book has been released, Stella has been on tour, giving ten percent of the gross proceeds to women and children’s domestic abuse shelters across the country. Hope House Women’s Shelter of Scott County was the organization chosen for Gate City. ““We provide the women and children with food and shelter, and we try to help them find jobs, and Want to we try to help them find houses,” said Marge know how Quillen, representative for Hope House. “We Stella Parton stays don’t provide the jobs; We empower them to find one.” so young-looking? Hope House, which opened in 1996, is Voice Magazine got the maintained by the Scott County Crime chance to ask her what Prevention Association. The shelter offers an her biggest beauty emergency building with 22 beds that can secrets were: temporarily house up to five families at a “Get lots of rest, drink lots time. Hope House also provides a referral of water, no red meat, service for legal assistance, education and pray every day and keep counseling and even a foster placement for anger off of your face.” victims’ pets while they stay at the shelter. In 2004, Hope House opened an extension called DanPaul Closet Hearts of Hope Resale Shop.
Stella Parton made an appearance at The Family Bakery in Gate City, Virginia on May 5. (Top left) Donna Stallard, The Family Bakery owner, Mayor Mark Jenkins and Stella Parton are pictured with the golden key to the city on the very first Stella Parton Day. (Photos by Sloane Trentham Uphoff)
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African Sweet Potato-Peanut Stew Ingredients 1/2 cup water 3 tbsp low-salt soy sauce 1 onion, thinly sliced 2 small sweet potatoes, peeled and finely diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 2 small carrots, thinly sliced 2 cups canned crushed tomatoes 2 cups water 1 cup dried garbanzo beans or chickpeas, soaked overnight and cooked until tender. Alternatively use 1 can of chickpeas 4 tbsp chopped fresh herbs. I used mint, sage and marjoram, but you can go with cilantro or even basil would be great. 3 tbsp peanut butter 2 tsp curry powder (I used some Rajma masala I had on hand, but any curry powder would do for this)
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Directions 1. Heat the soy sauce and water in a large saucepan. 2. Add the onions and sweet potatoes, mix well, and cook for about 5 minutes or until the onions are softened. 3. Add the carrots and bell pepper and cook another three to five minutes. 4. Add the tomatoes, water, beans with any liquid, herbs, peanut butter and curry powder. 5. Stir to mix, bring it to a boil, then cover and simmer over low heat for another 10 minutes or until the vegetables are fork-tender. 6. Sprinkle more fresh herbs on top, and serve hot over brown rice. Visit www.holycowvegan.net for more great recipes!
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Boones Creek Potters Gallery and The Boones Creek Historic Trust are proud to host
Boones Creek Day 2012
Celebrates Tennessee’s First Community By special Proclamation, Johnson City Mayor Jeff Banyas will declare the second Saturday in June to be Boones Creek Day. “Daniel Boone blazed the first trail in 1742 and then, before Tennessee was a state, the first pioneer families settled, started their families and gave birth to Tennessee’s first community. Many of those original families, along with many newcomers, are actively involved in the Boones Creek Historical Trust,” stated Trust President Carlos Whaley. “It is a real honor to receive this Proclamation,” he added. On Saturday, June 9th, more than 50 crafters and exhibitors will gather on the grounds of Boones Creek Potters’ Gallery for the 3rd annual Boones Creek Day. Beginning at 10 a.m. and continuing through the day until 5:00 p.m., artists will be demonstrating their crafts. This year’s featured artist is Tim Roberts, an accomplished potter whose work ranges from porcelain to stoneware. Tim holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from East Tennessee State University and has shown his work at many prestigious craft shows, including Best of Tennessee Crafts, The Hunter Museum of American Art in Chattanooga, Tennessee. An interesting variety of 50 exhibit booths include the eighth great-grandson of Daniel Boone, Wade Boone Towe who will have an exhibit of Daniel Boone Knives. James Lang - glassblower, G&G Goating Green - handmade soaps and cosmetics, Richard Dwyer, woodturning, Jerry Honeycutt - paintings, Glenda Cox - Slab Happy Pottery, gourds by Vicki Shell and many more. Under the big tent, the dynamic Lightnin’ Charlie will bring the main stage alive. Voted Favorite Musician in the Mountain South for Six Years in a Row, Lightnin’ Charlie’s motto is “Good Music For Good People.” Lightnin’ Charlie makes an amazing 250 personal appearances a year and has numerous albums to his credit. He will be joined onstage by his wife, Beth. Back by popular demand, the bluegrass band, Rockingham Road will play the main stage at 11:30 a.m. An additional bluegrass group, the Dennis Cove Band will be picking on the porch at various intervals during the entire festival. Trey Hensley will headline the main stage at 2:30 p.m. for a concert with his band, Drivin’ Miss Crazy. Trey first appeared on stage at the Grand Old Opry at the tender age of 11 and has performed with some of country music’s greats. His eclectic music styles have ranged from bluegrass to hillbilly rock, to country. Great fresh food including hamburgers, hot dogs, ice cream, snow cones, kettle corn will be available. The Boy Scouts of America will be cooking fried apple pies for the celebration. 25 community businesses and industry make Boones Creek Day possible by underwriting the event. This community celebration is produced by, and serves as a fundraiser for, the Boones Creek Historical Trust whose goal is to preserve, restore and promote Boones Trey Hensley Creek. A suggested donation of $1 for adults is the entry cost with kids under 12 free. Boones Creek Potters’ Gallery is located at 2362 Boones Creek Road under the railroad trestle.
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Build Your Outdoor Living Dreams
Outdoor living is one of the finest parts of home ownership! Sure you can spend lots of time and money on the inside of your home, but on a warm summer night or a perfect autumn day, you don’t want to be cooped up indoors! Most likely you want to spend as much time as possible outside in good weather and you can make your backyard or other outdoor living spaces as beautiful as your interior ones. Start by thinking about what features you might like in your outdoor living space. An outdoor kitchen made from limestone and other masonry materials is a great addition to any yard, no matter the size. In this kitchen, you can include a range, grill, cabinets, warming drawers and even a sink. Be sure to also include counter space for preparing and serving food. As far as seating, you can build benches into the stone around the kitchen, or you can opt for a large table and chair to place somewhere in the outdoor living space. Covering your outdoor kitchen with a permanent overhang is also a smart idea so your valuable appliances don’t rust or face weather damage.
If you don’t need all the features of a kitchen but still want to cook some food and have space to relax outdoors, consider building a fireplace or fire pit in your yard. As with the kitchen, you can size this according to your needs and budget. Be sure to think carefully about materials in relation to your design and color preferences. Outdoor living spaces can be as customized as you like. In addition to kitchens, fireplaces and fire pits, you can also include water features (ponds, fountains, and pools,) brick ovens for baking pizzas, terraces, flower beds, and hundreds of other wonderful options. In order to get the most out of your yard, spend some time looking at outdoor living spaces online. Then, take a trip to the local masonry materials store to brainstorm about what materials will be suit your project. After that, dream, plan and begin building!
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By Crystal Robertson, UT Extension Agent- Unicoi County June is National Great Outdoors Month, and it is chock full of activities to encourage families to fling open the windows and doors of America’s indoor childhood and let the fresh air in. Explore the great outdoors and discover the many health benefits of active, outdoor activities that put nature back into the childhood (and adulthood) experience. During the school year, it can be hard to squeeze in the Surgeon General’s recommended one hour per day of unstructured time in Crystal Robertson the outdoors. Summer is a great time to start a new habit of enjoying outside time. Can’t do one hour every day? That’s okay! Try starting with 15 minutes a day, or squeeze in 30 minutes twice a week. The biggest challenge is getting out the door. Once you are there, you might find it hard to go back inside! Try these ideas and watch baby steps become big benefits. Go on a photo scavenger hunt in your backyard or local park. Capture a lady bug on a leaf, a muddy worm or a hot pink sunset and upload them to Ranger Rick’s Photo Contest (www.nwf.org/rrphotocontest). There’s no deadline and great prizes, so go outside and snap away! Have a few lawn games on hand for play when entertaining friends or just for fun in the backyard. Croquet or badminton can be fun for older kids and adults, and ladder ball or cornhole can be fun for anyone. Encourage kids to earn screen time by balancing it with equal amounts of reading, chores or physical activity. Len Saunders, author of Keeping Kids Fit and father of two, suggests that for every hour of physical activity, kids earn 30 minutes of tech time. June 9th is National Get Outdoors Day, and you can find several free fishing events for kids that day. Local events can be found at the Covered Bridge at Doe River in Elizabethton, Cherokee Rod & Gun Club Pond in Kingsport, and Big Creek at the Amis Mill Eatery in Rogersville to name a few. Go to http://www.tn.gov/twra/fish/events/events.html for more information. Summer is the prime time to enjoy music outdoors. Bring your dancing shoes and a lawn chair to any of the downtown outdoor venues this season. Jonesborough offers Music on the Square on Fridays, Bristol has the Full Moon Jam on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and downtown Kingsport offers music every Thursday and Friday night. Do you know the best spots in the area to watch the sunrise or sunset? Make a list of potential spots and check them off as you discover your favorites. Bring a picnic breakfast or dinner and your camera for comparing tough decisions. Looking for more adventure? Spend the night under the stars and celebrate the Great American Backyard Campout on June 23. Find the resources and activities you need to keep your campers busy all night at http://www.nwf.org/Get-Outside/GreatAmerican-Backyard-Campout/Get-Ready.aspx. You'll enjoy spending time together doing wholesome activities you remember from your own childhood. Engage your child's curiosity and sharpen observation skill, and foster respect for the natural world. You'll also be healthier for it! Outdoor activities promote physical fitness and well-being, and spending time in a natural setting can reduce stress and improve concentration. So what are you waiting for? Go on out and play!
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ABINGDON, VA Carved From Our Past July 28th - August 12th The Virginia Highlands Festival celebrates its sixty-fourth year of continuing with the dreams of Robert Porterfield who, in 1948, held the first festival on the front porch of the Martha Washington Inn. His purpose was to preserve and celebrate the cultural heritage of this area. This year the Virginia Highlands Festival will be held from July 28th until August 12th, with the Antiques Market limited to July 28th until August 5th. The Festival has grown into a regional festival representing all of Southwest Virginia. Now it not only preserves the arts, crafts and skills that developed in this region, but it also imports talented artist and performers from all over the USA and the world for the enjoyment of area residents and visitors. This year’s festival theme is “Carved from Our Past” and is dedicated in the memory of Mary Porterfield, Robert’s wife who passed away this year. The signature artist, John Dickens, who carved his art to depict Robert Porterfield said, “Bob started the festival, but it was Mary who kept it going.” On the Saturdays of the festival, come meet John Dickens and see the signature art before it is moved, on loan, to the Barter Theatre. Even though the Festival doesn’t officially begin until 10:00 A.M. on July 28th, there are a couple of events that occur earlier. The Fine Arts committee will present a Fine Arts workshop in water coloring at the Christ the King Catholic Church Community Room from Tuesday until Saturday, July 24-28, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, as well as the Fine Arts reception, July 27th at 7:00 PM, at the Arts Depot. Also the popular Antique Market Early Bird Show, on July 28th from 8:00 AM until 10:00 AM beside the SWVA Higher Education Center, for those antique shoppers who want to get the first jump on antique shopping. The festival will officially open at 10:00 AM on July 28th at both the Antiques Market and the Arts and Crafts on Remsburg Drive and will culminate with the popular street party at 8:00 PM on July 28that Depot Square with the introduction of LEGGZ, a retro band from Roanoke, who perform favorite music from today’s hits to Motown and Classic rock. They have opened concerts to rave reviews for such well-known acts as Bon Jovi, Robert Cray and the Doobie Brothers. The Juried Arts and Crafts Show will be held July 28 through August 12, 2012, along Remsburg Drive starting at the Abingdon Market Pavilion. Visit the many professional crafts people who show, demonstrate and sell their wares. Music is a mainstay of the Festival, and this year is no exception. The ‘Soul Folk Revival’ will be featured on Sunday, July 29th at the Abingdon Market Pavilion. On the Barter Stage, July 29th at 7:30 PM, will be Richard Leigh, songwriter of many tunes, most notable are “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue” and “The Greatest Man I Never Knew.” Richard started college at Virginia Highlands Community College and says, “If it wasn’t for Abingdon, there’d been no ‘Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue.’” Celtic weekend, on August 4th and 5th, will feature the “Maidens IV,” a wholehearted and full of life, high-action Celtic & Folk music group who mix hints of Rock, World and the flavor of Gypsy Jazz will perform both days. Arvel Bird, a contemporary Celtic Native American/Scotsman band dubbed worldwide as “Lord of the Strings” will also perform on August 4th and 5th . The Festival will end with the popular Phantom Street Dance and, of course, Monroe Jameson’s Blue Grass Festival. On August 5th at 7:30 PM at the Barter Theatre, the Performing Arts will present the charming Faye Lane’s "Beauty Shop Stories,” a story of the glittered-up memories of a Green Bean Queen in the beauty shop her mother owned and where Faye grew up.
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On August 6th at 7:30, Robert Post will perform at Barter. Robert is a brilliant physical comedian with a stunning theatrical mind. Combine a quart of dry humor with three tablespoons of expert mime, versatile acting and skilled juggling, then add a keen sense of satire and the absurd, and you’ve got Post Comedy Theatre. Discover those special, hard-to-find antique items at this 45,000-square-foot market daily from July 28th till August 5th. For many people, it's the centerpiece of the festival. Antique lovers spend days browsing through tents filled with an impressive array of fine formal and country furniture, top-end collectibles, folk art, jewelry, accessories, books and primitives. Dealers from all over the U.S. offer fine period furniture, porcelain, sterling silver, quilts, clothing, paintings, rugs and more. Dealers always restock, so be sure to visit more than once! Magicians, jugglers, balloons, and parades bring out the child in all of us. Each day will be packed with activities and fun for the entire family. Youth, arts and crafts and music events will be brought back along Remsburg Drive, and don’t forget “Abingdon’s Got Talent” on August 8th at 6:30 PM when local teens and tweens are invited to show off their talents. The contest is open to all talent, not just singing and is free of charge. Cash prizes will be awarded. For those who are adventurous, there will be walks along the channels and the Appalachian Trail. Spend lazy mornings and afternoons exploring our misty Appalachian landscapes, forested hillsides, sweeping vistas and pastures filled with cattle and old barns. Local experts will show you the geological faces of the area, and naturalists will guide you on leisurely walks looking for wild plants and animals. Whether by foot or by bike, get a close-up look at ecology, wildlife habitats, farms and cave environments and mountain top star gazing. For the more cultural events, there is the Fine Arts at the Arts Depot where beautiful juried paintings are displayed for your enjoyment and purchase. Also hear the art talks by Ed Chitwood who gives his interpretation of many of these fine works. Then there is the two-day creative writing workshops at the Higher Education Center, July 30th and 31st, with workshops on how to write plays, songs, poetry and how to get your work published. Southwest Virginia is full of history and each day during the Festival there will be stories told by people in period dress on site telling the stories. The Battle of Kings Mountain and Living in the Backcountry will be presented by members of the General William Campbell Sons of the American Revolution, Black's Fort Daughters of the American Revolution, Historical Society of Washington County, Virginia, and the Over Mountain Victory Trail Association. This will occur daily from 11 .m. to 5 p.m. Visitors can also walk along a segment of the Over Mountain Victory National Historic Trail. Park Ranger guided tours, colonial games and educational activities will round out your historic day. The Home & Garden Committee Kitchen Tour is always one of the most popular festival events with a Twilight tour on August 2nd at 5:00 PM and a Kitchen tour on August 3rd at 12:00 PM. Again this year, the committee has assembled a variety of beautiful kitchens that range from a remodeled 1960s home whose owner "repurposed" wormy chestnut for cabinets, to a new craftsman-style home with a lodge feeling featuring an eight-foot kitchen island and whose owners built the entire home around the kitchen plan! Other kitchen designs on these tours range from a Williamsburg-style kitchen to an "Old World" look with leathered granite counter tops. And to highlight concurrent events, “Who’s Afraid of Virginia’s Wolves?” has returned. Follow the wolf trail to view public art sculptures. Thirty-eight adult and pup-sized wolves feature the incredibly imaginative work of local artists. These sculptures will be on display in front of local Abingdon businesses through the Festival. And of course, while in Abingdon visit Barter Theatre, William King Museum, Historic Whites Mill, the Fields-Penn House and Museum, Parks Mill and the Holston Mountain Artisans. Go to the Festival Website for detailed information on all that will happen over the 16 days: WWW.VAHIGHLANDSFESTIVAL.ORG
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BRISTOL, TN/VA Shop Locally Crooked Road General Store presents Jeff & Sheri Easter Friday, June 8th at 7:30pm Whether you're listening for the first time, or have been a faithful follower for years, Jeff & Sheri Easter are bound to touch your soul. It's hard to find in today's market anything quite as pleasant as what you'll find in their gospel concerts. But be prepared. you're about to be blown away. Jeff and Sheri Easter are just that good! Tickets are $18.00 in advance, $23.00 at the door.
Austin Arnold Scholarship Benefit Concert Saturday, June 9th at 7:00pm This heartfelt tribute will bring together such acts as Forsaken Hero, Spank, and others to raise funds to benefit the Austin Arnold Scholarship Fund. Tickets are $20 at the door. Paramount Center for the Arts 518 State Street Bristol, TN 37620 (423) 274-8920 www.theparamountcenter.com
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What better way to spend the 4th of July weekend than in a picturesque town that provides an amazing nostalgic patriotic experience? This event began in 1970 and continues to bring festival lovers to the mountains of East Tennessee annually in celebration of our nation’s birthday. Come join us from Friday, June 29 through Sunday, July 1 for all the fun that includes a parade, music, food,
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Six Tips to Help You Plan Now for Your Big Day If you’re planning on getting married or remarried and haven’t been paying close attention to the wedding industry, you may experience sticker shock as you begin calculating costs. An average American wedding costs the newlyweds and their families about $26,000 — and that’s without the honeymoon tab.1 Even with a carefully pruned guest list and modest reception, it can be difficult to pull off a wedding under five figures. Short of eloping, the best way to manage wedding costs is to start early and plan carefully while keeping finances in mind. The following tips can help you get your wedding planning—and your marriage—off to a great start. 1. Communicate with mom, dad and the future in-laws. To avoid misunderstandings, hurt feelings and unexpected expenses, it’s critical to maintain open lines of communication with everyone who is involved in the wedding planning process. This is especially important for brides and their families, as tradition often puts the mother of the bride squarely in charge of planning and dear old dad on top of the checkbook. But things have changed, and it’s not unusual for couples to share costs, or for the groom’s family to chip in. 2. Set a budget. Regardless of who is paying, couples need to identify a wedding budget before working out the details. This number should be based on what you can afford and should act as your reality check throughout the planning process. Added costs can add up quickly, especially if you aren’t calculating along the way. Knowing the maximum amount you can spend will help you keep a level head as the caterer, bridal shop, florist and other vendors start flooding you with tiered price packages and fancy add-ons. 3. Be flexible and keep your focus. Assuming you don’t have an unlimited budget, this is important mental preparation for the tough decisions you will face in the planning process. You may have elaborate visions in your head of the ideal wedding day, but be prepared to adjust your expectations as you come face-to-face with real price tags for wedding finery. Better yet, focus on the purpose of the day and savor the true meaning. The right attitude can help reduce your stress and lessen the pressure to seek perfection in the not-so-important details. 4. Prioritize. The hard work is in the nitty gritty—figuring out how to allocate your total dollars. If accounting isn’t a strength of yours, seek out the many wedding websites and books that can help you generate an itemized list of expenses. Give the
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June 21 is Baby Boomers Recognition Day Aging with grace, this “greatest generation” heads into its twilight years. The United States is about to change regarding its composition. By 2030, only 18 years from now, when all members of the Boomer generation have reached that age, 18 percent of the U.S. will be 65 years old and older,
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according to Pew Research Center population projections. And in a few short months, the first of America's 77 million baby boomers will start applying for Social Security retirement benefits. That's about 10,000 boomers every day. (Baby Boomers – the generation born from 1945 through 1965, represent a rapidly aging population unprecedented in the history of this country.) This generation is diverse, individualistic and accounts for nearly one in three Americans today. They demonstrate an insistence on maintaining youth and activity. The baby boomers demand a healthy productive aging focus for their healthcare. As a result, the health providers are offering more occupational therapy which improves quality of life for older adults. According to the American Journal of Occupational Therapy, occupational therapy helps older adults to restore and maintain participation in the activities, or everyday occupations that they enjoy. These practitioners have an essential role in the health and wellness of older adults and incorporating preventive programs as well. With baby boomers moving into their golden years, many have elderly parents needing care and possibly caring for their grandchildren. (One of seven provide primary care to a parent or other older family member.) For more information on the services of occupational therapy, please visit www.aota.org - The American Occupational Therapy Association.
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Why Do We Feed Our Stress? Cindy Holmes, MS. RD. LDN. Medical & Lifestyle Nutrition Therapy Stress is an ever increasing component of the American way of life, and it seems that our waistlines are increasing along with our stress levels. Millions of Americans admit to stress eating behaviors, but the real question everyone is asking is, why do we feed our stress? We could go into a litany of reasons that have been researched, some more extensively than others, but there is actually a very simple scientific/biochemical explanation: Cindy Holmes, Our bodies release serotonin, a major mood MS. RD. LDN. neurotransmitter, when we eat. I am sure you have all seen some of the obnoxious pharmaceutical ads for antidepressants, so you are likely familiar with the name serotonin but may wonder what it is that serotonin actually does in the body. When serotonin levels are low we can become depressed and anxious. Conversely, when levels are high we become “happier” which is actually a euphoric illusion. A few people have trouble maintaining serotonin levels and need medication to assist them. However, many more take the medication to
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June Trivia For Fun 1. How many days did June have in the early Roman calendar? A. 30 B. 29 C. 31 D. 28
4. Which of these is not one of the three June gems? A. Ruby B. Alexandrite C. Moonstone D. Pearl
2. Many believe that June was named for this goddess. Answer:
5. In the old saying what is 'a swarm of bees in June' worth? A. Golden spoon B. Silver spoon C. Tin spoon D. Wooden spoon
3. What is the flower for June? Answer:
Answers: 1. B. 29 2. Juno 3. Rose 4. A. Ruby 5. B. Silver Spoon. 'A swarm of bees in May is worth a load of hay, A swarm of bees in June is worth a silver spoon, A swarm of bees in July is not worth a fly'
Who’s Afraid of Virginia’s Wolves? In 2009, Advance Abingdon, a Virginia Main Street Organization, conceived the idea of putting wolf statues on the streets of Abingdon as a public art project and futurefundraiser for Advance Abingdon. “Why wolves?” you ask? Because Abingdon was originally named Wolf Hill, and one of the most famous stories about Abingdon is Daniel Boone’s dogs being chased from a cave in what is now Downtown Abingdon. The town’s people and businesses jumped at the idea, and 27 wolves were sponsored and scattered along Main and Valley Streets for 5 months. Hundreds of sketches were presented to Advance Abingdon by local artists for selection as wolf artists. Two of the artists selected were children; one a high school senior and the other an elevenyear-old. During the five months the wolves were on the streets, Advance Abingdon passed out 15,000 maps as residents, visitors and tourists visited each of the 27 wolves and had their pictures taken with them. It became a scavenger hunt for families and students. Each wolf tells a story.
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In November, 2009, the wolves went to auction and proved to be one of Abingdon’s biggest single auctions in history. The artists were paid a stipend for their work. Six of the wolves can still be seen on the streets of Abingdon and in local businesses. After hundreds of requests to do this project again,in 2011, Advance Abingdon decided it was time to try it again. The Town’s people and businesses jumped on the project, just as the local artists did. We were astounded by this year’s results and received sponsorship for 38 wolves and again hundreds of artist designs. Again two of the chosen artists were children. As in 2009, there are two wolf models, a large full size wolf and a pup. The art portrayed on each wolf tells a different story and to mention a few: Constitution – the Constitution in decopage Professor - a College Professor Virginia Creeper - the Creeper Trail then and now Muster at Wolf Creek – where the battle of Kings Mountain began Dewey – the Librarian The wolves will all be out and on display from Memorial Day weekend until the the first of October. Maps showing the locations of each wolf, its title, sponsor and artist will be available at bed and breakfasts in Abingdon, local businesses, Barter Theatre, William King Museum and the Abingdon Convention and Visitor Bureau. T-shirts will be available at the Abingdon Convention and Visitor Bureau, Zazzy’s and Holston Mountain Artisan Center. The Gala and auction will be held October 19, 2012 at Heartwood Gateway Center. Ticket information will come later. Along with the actual statues, the sketches of the selected wolves will also be auctioned. See all the wolves on Facebook at Advance Abingdon Wolves or contact Susan Howard at (276) 698-5667.
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Abingdon, VA The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center (SWVHEC) announced that the summer garage sale scheduled on June 9, 2012 has been cancelled due to low vendor participation. Mark your calendar to attend the winter sale scheduled on February 2, 2013. The Virginia Highlands Festival announces dates for the annual Antiques Market. Festival dates are July 28-August 12, 2012. Antiques Market dates are July 28-August 5, 2012. The 2012 Antiques Market will be shortened to 9 days, from July 28, through August 5, with Early Bird Shopping on Saturday, July 28 from 8-10am. The Antiques Market Committee, chaired by Sandra Darden and Shirley Snowden stated this shortened time frame will better meet the needs of the dealers by allowing dealers to lessen the time spent away from their businesses and help defray their travel expenses. About 50 antique dealers from a dozen states will fill the tents on the grounds of the Virginia Highlands Community College. They will share their space with food vendors selling snacks, cold drinks and frozen treats, while ample parking and Festival trolley service will connect the Antiques Market to other Festival activities. Antique lovers will find the joy of discovery, as established dealers from around the country bring out pieces they've been saving specifically for the Festival. "It's so much fun to look for that special piece to add to your collection, like that missing bowl from Grandma's china," said Snowden. The Festival's Antiques Market is also a homecoming of sorts for many dealers, some of whom have been showing at the Festival for more than 20 years. Inventory changes daily, so when you do find that piece that speaks to you, get it while you can. You don't want to be stuck thinking about how beautiful it might have looked in your home! Daily tickets to the Market are $5. $12 gets you a pass good for the duration of the show, and $20 gets you in for Early Bird Shopping at 8:00am on Saturday, July 28th. For more information on the Antiques Market, including a list of dealers, visit the Festival website at www.vahighlandsfestival.org or "like" the Antiques Market Facebook page at www.facebook.com/VHFAntiques.
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Barter Theatre promises that a craving for a good, laugh-filled, Southern comedy will be satisfied in the upcoming production, “The Red Velvet Cake War.” Before writing this play with Jessie Jones and Nicholas Hope, and many others, playwright Jamie Wooten spent many seasons with Dorothy, Blanche, Rose and Sophia as a writer/producer of the classic television series, The Golden Girls. Jones, Hope and Wooten are currently enjoying the reputation of being three of the most widely-produced comedic playwrights in America. All’s fair in true love and red velvet cake as these man-chasing, red velvet cake-baking, monkey-shine cuttin’ ladies throw the most memorable family reunion ever. “We all have stories about the uncle who passed out in the mashed potatoes at Thanksgiving dinner, or the cousin who kept squirrel tails in the garage, or the aunt who went running naked through the neighborhood in the middle of the night,” said Director Nicholas Piper. “You may not have exactly those stories to share, but I bet there’s something you’re chuckling about right now.” Preheat your family’s schedule now for this delicious, Southern comedy and get a heapin’-helpin’ of “The Red Velvet Cake War” at Barter Theatre beginning May 31. See your favorite Barter Theatre Actors bring this Southern comedy to life! Call 276.628.3991 or visit BarterTheatre.com. Check out what your friends are saying about this and other Barter productions at Facebook.com/BarterTheatre. Editor’s Note: Join Voice Magazine for Women in support of this good laugh comedy! Voice Magazine for Women in one of the media sponsors and we invite you to follow us on Facebook for our ticket giveaways to see this production! Johnson City, TN Each year in June, 65,000 people flock to the site of the Blue Plum Post Office, the first post office in the Johnson City area, which sorted its first letter and sold its first stamps in July 1849, to celebrate the region’s rich arts, crafts and music communities. On the first weekend in June, Main Street, Market Street, Roan Street and Buffalo Street in downtown Johnson City come alive to celebrate the art and music community at the Blue Plum Festival. The Blue Plum Festival features local and national entertainment, animation contests, handmade arts and crafts, children’s activities, a 5K run and food concessions. The unique downtown shops, Hands On! Regional Museum, restaurants and antique shops are also open for visitors to explore. The Blue Plum Festival is free, and it is very successful at providing something for all age groups to enjoy.” The Blue Plum features an extensive musical line-up throughout Friday and Saturday. “Americana genre is the majority of the music at the festival, but there is also a mix of other genres, including country, rock and bluegrass,” said Murdock. Art vendors provide festival attendees with an eclectic mix of art to choose from, including crafts, woodwork, pottery, jewelry, paintings, photography, sculptures and metalwork. All art vendors will have products available for purchase, and some will also be providing live demonstrations. For more information, please visit www.blueplum.org, or call (423) 928-3479. Emmy-winning producer and author Jonna Rae Bartges brings her unique, fresh and upbeat flavor of psychic mediumship to Johnson City’s Atlantis June 15 through 17. “I see dead people so you don’t have to” is ‘Happy Medium’ Jonna Rae’s slogan. Friday June 15 at 7 p.m., she’ll give a brief presentation and sign copies of
her autobiography, Psychic or Psychotic? Memoirs of a Happy Medium. In her book, she shares how growing up psychic let her navigate a near-death experience, win EMMY® Awards, comfort grieving families and talk to Walt Disney and whales while doing PR for Disneyland and Sea World San Diego. Her sometimes humorous, always real life journey helps people understand and cultivate their own psychic potential. Because so many of the stories in Jonna Rae’s book deal with animal communication, she’s donating 20% of her proceeds that evening to the Washington County Humane Society. From noon thru 6 p.m. Saturday, June 16 at Atlantis as a guest consultant, Jonna Rae will use her gentle humor, authenticity and compassion to connect clients not only with loved ones in spirit, but with very specific and accurate information about their past, present and future. She works closely with psychologists, psychiatrists and medical professionals to help bring together science and spirituality in a practical, positive and effective way. Sunday, June 17, from 2-5 p.m., Jonna Rae will guide students to access their natural intuitive ability in her popular and highly interactive workshop, “Connecting with Your Psychic Self.” Since she was shown how to open people up to their own psychic ability in a meditation in 1979, she has guided thousands of students to accurately see and respectfully communicate intuitive information. Jonna Rae will use music, guided meditation and humor to put students in touch with their inner psychic. Participants will learn how to accurately connect with: 1. God, or their Higher Self 2. Their own body, to really hear what it’s trying to tell them 3. Other’s minds 4. Animals 5. People in the spirit world Tuition is $40; space is limited to insure personal instruction. To schedule a private psychic consultation or reserve a space for the workshop, contact Atlantis at (423) 926-8884. For more information about Jonna Rae, visit her website at www.JonnaRae.com, or contact her at jonnarae@bartges.com. Kingsport, TN Fun Fest 2012 (July 13th-21st) is proud to announce the entertainers for 2012 Sunset Concert Series. Jeremy Camp will kick off the series on Thursday, July 19th followed by Travis Tritt on Friday, July 20th, The festival finale will be Lynyrd Skynyrd on Saturday, July 21st. The Sunset Series will take place on the Brock Services Stage at J. Fred Johnson Stadium. Additional Series sponsors include Eastman Credit Union, Kingsport Convention & Visitors Bureau and WXBQ.
Beginning May 23rd, online Sunset Series ticket packages can be purchased at www.funfest.net. The 3-night package, which includes a general admission ticket to the Thursday, Friday and Saturday concerts, will be $37.50. The 2-night package, including a general admission ticket for your choice of any 2 of the 3 nights, will be $25. Any remaining general admission tickets will be available at the Fun Fest Store at 400 Clinchfield St., Ste. 100 for $15 each. The Fun Fest Store opens on June 22nd. Wise, VA All events listed are free and open to the public. Unless otherwise noted, all events take place at Big Glades Community Square Amphitheater in downtown Wise. The amphitheater does not have permanent seating, so attendees should bring a lawn chair. The Family Movie Night series is sponsored by Sykes in Wise. In addition to what's listed, remember our farmer's market each Thursday, 4-6:30 p.m., beginning the second week in June and running through October. Saturday, June 2 Todd Grebe & Cold Country Wise Old River 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, June 4 Family Movie Night "Kung-Fu Panda II" 8:30 p.m. - about 10:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16 (ROCK show - will be linked up with a fund-raising motorcycle ride to benefit the American Cancer Society) (STREETS WILL BE BLOCKED) Jaded Image Big Gun AC/DC Tribute Band 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Monday, June 18 Family Movie Night - "Puss in Boots" 8:30 p.m. - about 10:30 p.m. Saturday, June 23 WNVA "Summer Jam" local music show Starts at 5 p.m. Featuring: Generation Undeclared, Lethality, If Birds Could Fly, We Killed Vegas, The Craig Street Ramblers and Cornbread Mafia, sponsored by WNVA, 106.3 FM
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