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Make parenting more enjoyable and build parenting skills and support with the Attached at the Heart Parenting Program (AHPP), registering now at ParentingSweet.org for online Thursdays at 7:30PM, and online or in-person sessions on Sundays at 4PM. Provided free of charge, AHPP helps improve pregnancy and birth outcomes and parent knowledge about child development; increases parent confidence and positive parenting skills, increases levels of empathy toward children, ensures healthy secure attachment, increases family connection, and protects against trauma. It is also a great way to connect with other parents and find support, encouragement, and friends.

Join Us for the 3rd Annual Free RPG Day at Old Black Mountain Games and Toys!

On Saturday, June 21st, Old Black Mountain Games will be hosting its 3rd annual Free RPG Day. This free event celebrates tabletop roleplaying games from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The event will kick off at 10 a.m. with Pathfinder and Dungeons & Dragons sessions for teens and kids. From noon to 8 p.m., teens and adults can enjoy mini-figure painting sessions, and TTRPGs every hour. Each session will be led by experienced game masters specializing in various genres of gameplay, from fantasy to sci-fi, and suspense to action. In addition to all-day gaming, the store will have special gift bags for purchase, chances to win free prizes, and more!

Doors open at 10 a.m. Join us at 1409 W Market Street, right across from Aldi. Just look for the sign that says "GAMES" above the door! For more information, visit us on social media at Old Black Mountain Games and Toys.

June 21st is the first day of summer, a time when kids are playing at friends or relatives houses. We ask about pets and allergies. Now we encourage adding one more question. "Is there an unlocked gun where my children play?" It's a simple question that can save a child's life. We will discuss how to initiate these conversations.

Join us for an impactful morning dedicated to raising awareness and providing life- saving information about the importance of secure firearm storage. Learn about evidenced-based approaches to youth suicide and local resources for families and children in crisis.

Our speakers are Dr. Michael Allshouse, pediatric surgeon with ETSU Health and professor at ETSU and Torrie Dreier, the Community Engagement Partnership Coordinator, Suicide Prevention Team, James H. Quillen VA Medical Center.

Firearms are the leading cause of death for children in our country and in TN. We are not about taking peoples' guns away, and we recognize there are many responsible gun owners who keep their weapons locked and unloaded. But the facts, according to Brady, are that every day 8 children and teens are unintentionally injured or killed by a shooting resulting from someone misusing an unsecured firearm from the home.

This ASK Day event is free and we will give free gun locks to anyone wanting them.

For the final performance of the 48th Pro-Art season, Symphony of the Mountains is proud to present "Stars, Stripes, and Symphonies" at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 29th at Leeman Field in Pennington Gap in conjunction with the W. Campbell Edmonds Concert Series. This free outdoor concert blends patriotic favorites, jazz standards, Broadway hits, and cinematic scores for a dynamic and uplifting program that honors both tradition and innovation. Pack a lawn chair or blanket and join us under the stars for an evening of music that celebrates shared stories and enduring melodies.

The concert features a thoughtful mix of familiar tunes and fresh arrangements—from the stirring “Star-Spangled Banner” to the swing of the Big Band era, the bold energy of “Chicago” and “Magnificent Seven,” alongside tributes to the American spirit with selections like “The American Frontier” and “Born on the Fourth of July.” Featuring soprano Julie B. Roy and narrator Rick McVey, the performance culminates with beloved national favorites “God Bless America” and “Stars and Stripes Forever.”

Symphony of the Mountains’ commitment to service encompasses the entire region, without regard for state or county boundaries. The orchestra consists of more than 70 professional musicians conducted by Cornelia Laemmli Orth. For more information about the symphony and to see a list of upcoming performances, please visit symphonyofthemountains.org.

Pro-Art partners with a variety of venues, therefore individuals with accessibility needs or general questions are encouraged to call (276) 376-4520 or email pro-art@uvawise.edu. For evolving conditions related to weather cancellation or similar unforeseen circumstances, patrons are encouraged to check proartva.org for up-to-date information.

Make parenting more enjoyable and build parenting skills and support with the Attached at the Heart Parenting Program (AHPP), registering now at ParentingSweet.org for online Thursdays at 7:30PM, and online or in-person sessions on Sundays at 4PM. Provided free of charge, AHPP helps improve pregnancy and birth outcomes and parent knowledge about child development; increases parent confidence and positive parenting skills, increases levels of empathy toward children, ensures healthy secure attachment, increases family connection, and protects against trauma. It is also a great way to connect with other parents and find support, encouragement, and friends.

Make parenting more enjoyable and build parenting skills and support with the Attached at the Heart Parenting Program (AHPP), registering now at ParentingSweet.org for online Thursdays at 7:30PM, and online or in-person sessions on Sundays at 4PM. Provided free of charge, AHPP helps improve pregnancy and birth outcomes and parent knowledge about child development; increases parent confidence and positive parenting skills, increases levels of empathy toward children, ensures healthy secure attachment, increases family connection, and protects against trauma. It is also a great way to connect with other parents and find support, encouragement, and friends.

Make parenting more enjoyable and build parenting skills and support with the Attached at the Heart Parenting Program (AHPP), registering now at ParentingSweet.org for online Thursdays at 7:30PM, and online or in-person sessions on Sundays at 4PM. Provided free of charge, AHPP helps improve pregnancy and birth outcomes and parent knowledge about child development; increases parent confidence and positive parenting skills, increases levels of empathy toward children, ensures healthy secure attachment, increases family connection, and protects against trauma. It is also a great way to connect with other parents and find support, encouragement, and friends.

Make parenting more enjoyable and build parenting skills and support with the Attached at the Heart Parenting Program (AHPP), registering now at ParentingSweet.org for online Thursdays at 7:30PM, and online or in-person sessions on Sundays at 4PM. Provided free of charge, AHPP helps improve pregnancy and birth outcomes and parent knowledge about child development; increases parent confidence and positive parenting skills, increases levels of empathy toward children, ensures healthy secure attachment, increases family connection, and protects against trauma. It is also a great way to connect with other parents and find support, encouragement, and friends.

Make parenting more enjoyable and build parenting skills and support with the Attached at the Heart Parenting Program (AHPP), registering now at ParentingSweet.org for online Thursdays at 7:30PM, and online or in-person sessions on Sundays at 4PM. Provided free of charge, AHPP helps improve pregnancy and birth outcomes and parent knowledge about child development; increases parent confidence and positive parenting skills, increases levels of empathy toward children, ensures healthy secure attachment, increases family connection, and protects against trauma. It is also a great way to connect with other parents and find support, encouragement, and friends.

Make parenting more enjoyable and build parenting skills and support with the Attached at the Heart Parenting Program (AHPP), registering now at ParentingSweet.org for online Thursdays at 7:30PM, and online or in-person sessions on Sundays at 4PM. Provided free of charge, AHPP helps improve pregnancy and birth outcomes and parent knowledge about child development; increases parent confidence and positive parenting skills, increases levels of empathy toward children, ensures healthy secure attachment, increases family connection, and protects against trauma. It is also a great way to connect with other parents and find support, encouragement, and friends.