SEPT. 26

CONCORD UNIVERSITY BOARD OF GOVERNORS MEETING -- Athens, WV. The Concord University Board of Governors will convene for a special meeting on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 6 p.m. via videoconference. Members of the public wishing to join a BOG tele/videoconference meeting need to contact [email protected] for login instructions. An agenda will be available prior to the board meeting. Board agendas and minutes may be accessed on the University's website, https://bit.ly/4egMMZQ. For more information, contact Lora Woolwine, executive assistant to the president and board liaison, at [email protected] or 304-384-5224.

FORMER NASA ASTRONAUT JOSÉ HERNÁNDEZ FREE PUBLIC EVENT -- Kingsport, Tenn. Former NASA astronaut José Hernández will share his inspirational journey from migrant farmworker to space explorer during a visit to Kingsport on Thursday, Sept. 26. Hernández, whose life story was the subject of Amazon Prime's 2023 biopic "A Million Miles Away," will deliver a keynote address at 6 p.m. at the Toy F. Reid Employee Center, 400 S. Wilcox Drive, Kingsport, as part of Eastman's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15). Admission is free and open to the public, but registration is requested by visiting https://bit.ly/3Myc1Ue.

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FREE 2-DAY HEALTH FAIR -- Healing Hands Health, in collaboration with the ETSU Quillen College of Medicine, is pleased to announce a Free Health Fair scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 26, and Friday, Sept. 27, at 245 Midway Medical Park in Bristol, TN. The two-day Free Health Fair is open to the public! Everyone is welcome whether you have health insurance or not. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss medical concerns and will have access to a range of care services, such as Mental Health Screenings/Consults, EKGs, and Medical Exams that include blood pressure checks, blood sugar checks, pap smears, prostate exams, and labs. Additionally, Chest X-rays will be offered on Sept. 26, and the Ballad Health Mammogram bus will be onsite on Friday, Sept. 27. To schedule a mammogram appointment please email [email protected]. Appointments are required for all services. Call (423) 652-0260 ext.3 to schedule an appointment.

MENTAL HEALTH CONFERENCE & YOUTH AND FAMILY SUMMIT -- Blacksburg, Va. NAMI Virginia, the Virginia chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, will host its annual Mental Health Conference & Youth and Family Summit on Thursday, Sept. 26, in Blacksburg, Va. This event provides a space for attendees to collaborate with mental health professionals, peers, and family members and learn from one another. The one-day conference features networking, workshops, panel discussions, and activities to promote mental health wellness. Registration is closed, but the event waitlist is open at https://bit.ly/4edDbmq.

SWVCC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION'S 32ND ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP GOLF CLASSIC -- Southwest Virginia Community College Educational Foundation's 32nd Annual Scholarship Golf Classic tournament will be held Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Tazewell County Country Club, 7351 Pounding Mill Branch Road, Pounding Mill, VA 24637. Noon: Registration Begins. 1 p.m.: Shotgun Start. 6 p.m.: Dinner, Awards Ceremony & Prizes. This tournament is an opportunity to provide essential financial assistance to deserving SWCC students. Funds and donations raised go beyond covering tuition. Players and donors provide vital support for students to afford books, supplies, and other necessary materials. Every dollar this tournament raises goes directly into scholarship funds, helping more students pursue their educational goals without financial barriers. Submit your registration by Sept. 20 at sw.edu/golf. For more information, contact Stacey McGhee at [email protected].

SEPT. 27

TOM TEASLEY & JOHN WUBBENHORST CONCERT -- Master percussionist/multi-instrumentalist Tom Teasley and flutist John Wubbenhorst present a fusion of world music on Friday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m. at the Jettie Baker Center in Clintwood. The duo utilizes raga (from Sanskrit, meaning "color" or "passion"), one of the ancient traditional melodic patterns in Indian music that provides a framework for improvisation and composition. Tickets are $10 at the door. Children and students admitted free. For more information and to make reservations visit proartva.org.

SEPT. 28

CITIZENS' SEPTEMBER CRUISE-IN -- Floyd, Va. Citizens Telephone Cooperative invites the community to bring out the polished-up classic and muscle cars and trucks for the Citizens' September Cruise-In, Saturday, Sept. 28, from 4-6 p.m. at 220 Webbs Mill Road in Floyd, Va. There is no entry fee, and there will be food available on the premises for purchase. The public is invited to join car enthusiasts from the New River Valley for this free community event. For more information, visit www.citizens.coop or call 540-745-2111.

GRAYSON HIGHLANDS FALL FESTIVAL -- Mouth of Wilson, Va. The Grayson Highlands Fall Festival will return to Grayson Highlands State Park on Saturday, Sept. 28, and Sunday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nestled in Virginia's stunning Appalachian Mountains, the festival promises a weekend of family-friendly autumn activities. Event highlights include: Live music with bluegrass on Saturday and gospel music on Sunday,. Craft market with handcrafted goods, seasonal decorations and unique souvenirs. Food vendors, including hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ, apple cider and more. And a pony auction at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is $15 per vehicle. To learn more, go to virginiastateparks.gov/grayson-highlands or call 276-579-7092.

LAMPLIGHT THEATRE 'DOWN-HOME JAMBOREE' -- The annual "Down-Home Jamboree" will hold performances at the LampLight Theatre at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, with an additional matinee performance at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29. These performances are done in true "Gaither Homecoming" sing-a-long fashion with old and new gospel favorites. Regular admission for the performances is $15 Adults, $10 Students, and FREE for children under 5. Tickets will also be available throughout the day at LampLight Theatre's "Fall Shindig" or can be purchased at the door. Shindig attendees will also get a $3 discount to the "Down-Home Jamboree" performance of their choice. Doors for the jamboree will open 30 minutes prior to performances. Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling the LampLight box office at (423) 343-1766, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., or online at www.lamplighttheatre.com.

LAMPLIGHT THEATRE 'FALL SHINDIG' -- Kingsport, Tenn. On Saturday, Sept. 28, from noon-7 p.m., experience a fun-filled day steeped in local traditions at LampLight Theatre's "Fall Shindig" at The Emporium at 146 Broad Street in Historic downtown Kingsport. Admission is FREE. Shop indoors at our Mountain Marketplace, with booths featuring local artisans, crafters and vendors. The Kuntry Kitchen menu will consist of barbecue, soup beans & cornbread, hotdogs, mac and cheese, and coleslaw. Satisfy your sweet tooth with banana pudding and a bounty of favorite desserts. Also visit the soft opening of the "Backstage Coffee Company," a new, full-service coffee house which will feature special roasts and blends. Jubilation Station will include fun activities for the "younguns" as well as a team of wonderful storytellers. Outdoor games of corn hole and FREE live entertainment for all ages with bluegrass and folk music performed by The Rheas of Sunshine on the indoor Leerie Stage in the dining area. Shindig attendees will also get a $3 discount to the "Down-Home Jamboree" performance of their choice. For more information, call 423-343-1766, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., or visit www.lamplighttheatre.com.

NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY -- MULCHING PARTY -- Saturday, Sept. 28, 9 a.m.-noon at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park, 1651 W. Elk Ave., Elizabethton, TN 37643. 423-543-5808. Cost: Free. Registration required at https://tnstateparksvolunteer.galaxydigital.com. Maximum of 12 participants. In conjunction with the "TN Serves" initiative and in celebration of National Public Lands Day, join us for a Mulching Workday as we work to stabilize the slope behind the amphitheater. Mulching will help prevent erosion and support the health of the surrounding vegetation. Volunteers will be spreading mulch over the designated area to create a protective layer that minimizes soil displacement and enhances the natural beauty of the park. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the preservation of our park's landscape while enjoying the outdoors and connecting with fellow community members. Meet at the amphitheater behind Fort Watauga at 9:00 am for instructions. Bring gloves, a shovel or pitchfork, and a full water bottle. Please wear sturdy shoes and be ready to make a positive impact! Note: Outdoor programs are subject to change or cancellation in the event of severe weather conditions.

OPEN MIC POETRY -- Join us for our 3rd Open Mic Poetry Night at The Book Cellar, 112 Court St. NE, Abingdon, VA 24210-2902, at 6 p.m. on Sept. 28. Bring your poems or just some of your favorites to read. This event is open to all (including all ages).

SYMPHONY OF THE MOUNTAINS: 'REVISITING THE GREAT CLASSICS' -- Kingsport, TN. Symphony of the Mountains is thrilled to kick off its 2024-2025 season on on Sept 28, at 7 p.m., with "Revisiting the Great Classics," an evening of beloved orchestral works that have stood the test of time, at Toy F. Reid Eastman Employee Center, Kingsport, TN. From the dramatic allure of Bizet's Carmen Suite to the vibrant streets of Gershwin's An American in Paris and the slow-building intensity of Ravel's Boléro, this concert will immerse audiences in music that has become the soundtrack of generations. Audience members are invited to attend a special pre-concert discussion at 6 p.m. This engaging presentation will explore the historical and cultural significance of the French compositions featured in the program, as well as the profound ties and lasting impact of the French-American alliance. Tickets: $40 advance, $45 day-of, call 423-392-8423 or visit our website below. For more information, visit www.symphonyofthemountains.org or call 423-392-8423.

UT ARBORETUM SOCIETY BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL -- Oak Ridge, Tenn. More than 2,500 are expected to attend the 9th Annual Butterfly Festival hosted by the University of Tennessee Arboretum Society and the UT Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the UT Arboretum. Gates will open at 9:30 a.m., and festivities will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Butterfly releases will no longer be part of the event, and guests are asked to leave pets and butterfly nets at home. A free pollinator plant will be provided by Tennessee Naturescapes for each family while supplies last, and additional pollinator plants will be available for purchase. Food vendors and craft vendors will be on site. Educational presentations will take place inside the air-conditioned auditorium. Lucas Coe-Starr will speak at 10 a.m. on "Fall Bird Migration in East Tennessee." Stephen Lyn Bales will speak at 10:50 am on "The Mystery of Monarchs." The UT Arboretum will be closed for parking to regular visitors on the day of the Butterfly Festival until 3 p.m. The regular parking lot is closed, and all parking areas will be dedicated to the Butterfly Festival. The entrance fee is $5 in cash (to facilitate entry) per carload. All other expenses can be paid with cash or credit card. Children's craft activities will be available at a cost of a $1 per ticket per activity or $10 for all ten crafts. The event will take place rain or shine. For more information, visit forestry.tennessee.edu.

SEPT. 29

ABBEY ROAD: TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES -- Abbey Road: Tribute to the Beatles comes to the Lincoln Theatre, 117 E. Main St., Marion, VA 24354, on Sunday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. With their tight harmonies, flawless note for note renditions of Beatles hits, custom-tailored costumes, vintage instruments, Liverpudlian dialect and precise attention to every detail, Abbey Road has honed their show to become one of the most musically and visually satisfying Beatle tribute acts in the world. Tickets are $35/$45/$55 and may be purchased online at www.thelincoln.org or by phone at 276-783-6092.

FALL IN THE FOOTHILLS FESTIVAL -- Knoxville, Tenn. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture offers the Fall in the Foothills Festival at the East Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center's Little River Dairy, 3229 Ellejoy Road in Walland, Tenn., on Sunday, Sept. 29, from 2-6 p.m. Perfect for family and friends of all ages, enjoy wagon tours, a corn maze, farm equipment displays and opportunities to speak with agriculture experts. Tours of the robotic milking system, which allows cows to be automatically milked at their discretion, will be available. An exhibit tent featuring a variety of merchandise vendors and displays will be open during the event and pumpkins will be given away to attendees while supplies last. Local food trucks will be on site as well as freshly grilled burgers and hot dogs for sale by the Future Farmers of America. The event is free for all ages. Pre-registration for the event is available at tiny.utk.edu/2024fallinfoothillsregister. On-site registration is also available. For more information, contact Kim Lane at 865-974-7201 or at [email protected].

JEEPS ON THE LAWN -- The Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Jeeps on the Lawn event at Allandale Mansion from 2-5 p.m. on Sept. 29. The cost to register a Jeep is $10. There is no charge for spectators. Each Jeep registered will be "ducked," and awards will be given for Best In Show and Best Custom Jeep. Registered Jeeps need to arrive between 1 and 1:30 p.m. To register, visit https://bit.ly/4dOQlpB. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the CivicRec link, then search for "jeep" in the search bar. For more information, visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org.

SINGING WITH FAITHFUL 2 -- HOMECOMING. Sunday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. Charity Pentecostal Church, 1007 Anderson St., Bristol, Tenn. For more information, call 713-498-1191 or visit www.faithful2.org.

SINGING WITH FAITHFUL 2 -- Sunday, Sept. 29, 6 p.m. Greenwood Baptist Church, 26397 Denton Valley Road, Bristol, Va. For more information, call 713-498-1191 or visit www.faithful2.org.

OCT. 1

THE LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF VIRGINIA OFFERS 'OFFICE HOURS' FOR VIRGINIANS TO ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT VOTING IN NOVEMBER -- Every Tuesday starting on Sept. 17 (which is also National Voter Registration Day) through Election Day, Nov. 5, the League will staff a zoom meeting from 10-11 a.m. where people can drop by and ask questions on voter registration, casting an in-person or mail-in ballot. We will not answer questions regarding what candidate or party someone should vote for but will refer them to Vote 41 so they can get our nonpartisan information. This will be solely for providing information on how to cast their ballot either in person, or via mail. Virginians can sign up on a Google Spreadsheet at https://bit.ly/3zihjiS to receive the zoom link. Email [email protected] for more information.

WATAUGA ASSOCIATION OF GENEALOGISTS MEETING -- Watauga Association of Genealogists (WAGS) will feature authors Bill Gann and Gary Toms from Independence, Missouri at the Johnson City Public Library, 100 W. Millard St., Johnson City, on Tuesday, Oct 1, at 6:30 p.m. The title of their presentation is "Writing a Family History." Bill and Gary will share some of their experiences in researching and writing their third book, a history of the Adam C. and Rosina (Broyles) Gann family from Washington, County. The presentation will contain a bit of history of the families involved, and some of the methods and sources used in the process. The public is invited to attend all WAGS meetings. You may also attend this meeting by Zoom. The Zoom link can be found on the first page of the WAGS website at https://wagsnetn.org//.

OCT. 2

AL-ANON -- A support group for friends and family of alcoholics and addicts meeting at 7 p.m. every Wednesday in the basement of Lebanon United Methodist Church in Elk Creek, Virginia. For more information, call 276-655-4941.

OCT. 3

8TH ANNUAL PLEIN AIR ABINGDON 3-DAY OPEN AIR PAINTING EVENT -- Oct. 3-5. The Virginia Highlands Festival invites artists and friends of the arts to join a three-day Plein Air festival complete with daily pop-up galleries celebrating the beauty of Abingdon's historic architecture and natural landscape through fine art. Thursday, Oct. 3, Barns at Chip Ridge pop-up gallery, 5-7:30 p.m. Day 1: Artists gather at The Arts Depot to plan their painting locations in multiple options provided in scenic Washington County, Va. (9 a.m.-2 p.m. to witness art in action). Join us for a free pop-up exhibit, sale, and reception featuring the day's work of over 50 artists at the Barns at Chip Ridge. Special demonstration and art talk by juror, Jeremy Sams, will be open to the public from 5-6pm. Light fare provided. Tumbling Creek Cider available for purchase. Friday, Oct. 4, The Tasting Room at Nicewonder Farm pop-up gallery, 5-7:30 p.m. Day 2: Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards hosts day two for artists to capture vineyards, mountains, and the morning glory of the Blue Ridge (9 a.m.-2 p.m. to witness art in action). Gather for the second round pop-up exhibit & sale with free admission and light reception (wine not included) provided at The Tasting Room located on the Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards. Enjoy a wine tasting of up to six selections paired perfectly with the crisp mountain air, charcuterie, and vineyard storytelling. Saturday, Oct. 5, William King Museum of Art Grand Finale Juried Art Gallery & Sale (includes Day 3 quick draw creations of historical Abingdon). VIP access: 5-6 p.m., $25 (artist awards at 6 p.m.) Exclusive opportunity to purchase from the Finale Juried Show reflecting three days of Plein Air creations from our visiting artists. Enjoy a wine reception & hors d'oeuvres from local award-winning eateries. Meet and greet with the artists as well as the juror, Jeremy Sams. To reserve your VIP ticket, visit: https://bit.ly/PleinAir24VIPticket. General Public: 6-7:30 p.m., free admission (artist awards at 6 p.m.) Light refreshments provided. For Artist Registration: https://www.pleinairabingdon.com.

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