Community Calendar

Saturday, June 13 at 2pm: Join us for an afternoon screening of Rob Reiner's classic THE PRINCESS BRIDE: Heroes. Giants. Villains. Wizards. True Love. - Not just your basic, average, everyday, ordinary, run-of-the-mill, ho-hum fairy tale.

Presented by the Governor's School for the Integration of Biological & Statistical Sciences, this screening is free and open to the public.
(Rated PG, runtime 98 minutes.)

**Guiding Good Choices Parenting Workshops - for Parents and Caregivers of Pre-Teens and Teens!**

Live on Zoom |  Free to Attend

**Thursdays at 7:30 PM EST, starting May 14**

Join us for this six-week program! Register at https://appalachianpromisealliance.org/parenting/#ggc

Parenting a pre-teen or teen can be tough—but you don’t have to do it alone! Guiding Good Choices is a 6-week evidence-based workshop designed to help parents of 4th - 9th graders build stronger connections, improve communication, and navigate challenges together.

What You’ll Learn:

- How to help your child problem-solve and make healthy choices
- Skills for managing frustration, anger, and conflict
- How to support your child’s friendships and social development
- Strategies to strengthen your family bond
- Plus, a new session on technology and screen time

For one special session, pre-teens and teens join in to practice the skills learned—and have fun!

Join a trusted community of parents, ask questions, and gain practical tools to support your child’s growth.  Thanks to generous grant support, this class is completely free!

*Sign up today and feel more confident in guiding your child’s future!*

The Toe River Chamber Ensemble invites you to their two free concerts this season for an evening of live orchestral music.

The Annual Spring Concert will be held Tuesday, June 9, at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church on the Burnsville Square. A second outdoor performance is scheduled for the evening of Tuesday, June 30, 7 pm at Homeplace Beer Company, weather permitting. Both events are open to the public; donations are warmly appreciated and help support the ensemble’s ongoing work.

Director R. Kevin Paul will lead the ensemble in a program of classic and spirited selections. Known for his enthusiasm, humor, and dynamic leadership, Paul keeps the musicians energized with engaging and challenging repertoire.

Founded in 1976, the Toe River Chamber Ensemble is a true community orchestra, bringing together 25–30 volunteer musicians from Yancey, Mitchell, and Madison counties. Members span a wide range of ages and professions, united by their shared love of music and weekly rehearsals.

Originally organized under Toe River Arts, the ensemble became an independent organization in November 2022. The group extends its gratitude to Toe River Arts for decades of support and partnership.

The ensemble is a North Carolina nonprofit, unincorporated organization and relies solely on community donations. The musicians also express deep appreciation to First Baptist Church, which generously provides rehearsal and performance space.
For updates and additional information, visit the ensemble on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/toeriverchamberensemble

**Guiding Good Choices Parenting Workshops - for Parents and Caregivers of Pre-Teens and Teens!**

Live on Zoom |  Free to Attend

**Thursdays at 7:30 PM EST, starting May 14**

Join us for this six-week program! Register at https://appalachianpromisealliance.org/parenting/#ggc

Parenting a pre-teen or teen can be tough—but you don’t have to do it alone! Guiding Good Choices is a 6-week evidence-based workshop designed to help parents of 4th - 9th graders build stronger connections, improve communication, and navigate challenges together.

What You’ll Learn:

- How to help your child problem-solve and make healthy choices
- Skills for managing frustration, anger, and conflict
- How to support your child’s friendships and social development
- Strategies to strengthen your family bond
- Plus, a new session on technology and screen time

For one special session, pre-teens and teens join in to practice the skills learned—and have fun!

Join a trusted community of parents, ask questions, and gain practical tools to support your child’s growth.  Thanks to generous grant support, this class is completely free!

*Sign up today and feel more confident in guiding your child’s future!*

Join the Tri-Cities Aquatic Association for our monthly meeting and swap! This casual get‑together welcomes freshwater and saltwater aquarium enthusiasts to connect, trade plants, fish and equipment, and learn from one another. Each month we meet on the first Tuesday from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Impact Community Center in Bluff City, TN. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. We’ll have a brief meeting followed by a swap; future meetings may include educational talks. For more information or to request specific plants or fish, please email tricitiesaquaticassociation@gmail.com or visit our Facebook group.