Community Calendar

Northeast State Community College welcomes the Darrell Scott Electrifying Trio, which features Bryn Davies and Jeff Sipe, to perform on Friday, October 17th at 6:30 p.m. in the Ballad Health Center for the Performing Arts Theater on the Blountville campus, 2425 Highway 75. Get tickets now at https://givebutter.com/NeSCCDarrellScott.

From his recordings to collaborations with Steve Earle, Beyoncé, the Chicks, and Emmylou Harris, Scott mines and cultivates the everyday moment. He takes the rote, menial, and mundane and allows it to be surreal, ever poignant, and candidly honest, blooming, and resonating. On his albums such as Family Tree, Theatre of the Unheard, Live at the Station Inn, and Jaroso, Scott’s words help listeners make sense of the world and our place in it.

Anthony Childress will open the evening on stage. Childress’ project is composed of a trio of friends based out of East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. They offer familiar songs in unfamiliar ways, as well as many originals that offer an emotional connection to the music. The trio will be joined by Bristol, Tennessee’s, Blake Collins. Collins is a mandolinist known for his unique sound that bridges tradition and innovation. Rooted in the rich heritage of bluegrass, Collins draws inspiration from an eclectic range of styles bringing a distinctive voice to every project.

The performance is sponsored by the Northeast State Community College Foundation and will benefit the Entertainment Technology and Economic and Workforce Development student programs. Tickets are General Admission seating. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Tennessee Hills will be onsite as well as local food trucks 2 to Taco, Fisher’s NY Style Pizza and Smashed Tri-Cities.

You are invited to attend our 2025 River Craft & Goodies Fair on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is held in the basement of First Presbyterian Church, located at 105 South Boone Street in downtown Johnson City. Parking is available in the lot on West Main Street between The River and the church. Join us for a cup of coffee and fresh-baked hand pies, shop the tons of crafts, plants, baked goods, home and holiday decor, artwork, theme baskets, and River Button Bracelets. All proceeds, 100%, benefit The River and its mission to help women help themselves. Please save the date, mark your calendar, and invite your family and friends to attend. If you are a crafter, artist, maker, or creator and want to donate items for the sale, please call The River at 423-926-8111 for more information. Your support provides free laundry and shower services, feminine hygiene products, resource referrals, mail and telephone support, a safe space Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and a diaper subsidy program that distributes 12,000 diapers a month. The River is a small nonprofit making a BIG difference in the day-to-day lives of the women we serve. Our motto is "sharing loads of God's love."

First Presbyterian Church of Elizabethton is sponsoring an evening show by well known singer-storyteller Michael Reno Harrell on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 7 p.m. Adult admission is $20, with profits going to support The Shepherd’s Inn, a safe house and emergency shelter in Carter County. Tickets can be purchased at the church’s website at fpcelizabethton.org. On the night of the event, tickets will be sold for cash only. Harrell will also tell stories the following day during the church’s regular church service at 11 a.m. Open to all, the church is located at 119 West F Street, Elizabethton, TN 37643. For more information, email info@fpcelizabethton.org.

The Mountain Makins Festival, presented by Visions By Vicki, is an award-winning celebration of Appalachian culture, held annually at historic Rose Center in Morristown, Tennessee. Established in 1976, this cherished festival honors the rich traditions of the past while embracing modern interpretations of life back when. Recognized as the “Best Festival in the Southeast” in 2016 and 2019 by the Southeast Festivals and Events Association, and a four-time “Top 20 Event in the Southeast” winner, the festival offers a vibrant blend of arts, crafts, music, and cultural heritage. This years festival is held October 24, 25, and 26, 2025.

Highlights:
•Artisan Craft Fair: Explore over 70 juried artisans showcasing handcrafted goods, including pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, and more.
•Live Music & Performances: Enjoy two stages featuring mountain music, storytelling, prize-winning dancers, and regional authors, celebrating the sounds and stories of Appalachia. Additional lineup information will be available on our website.
•Traditional Craft Demonstrations: Witness live demonstrations of blacksmithing, basket weaving, woodturning, apple butter making, quilting, and other traditional Appalachian crafts.
•Children’s Activities: Younger attendees can engage with a variety of educational activities designed to entertain and inspire.
•Culinary Delights: Savor a variety of delicious, home-cooked foods and regional delicacies available throughout the festival grounds.
Special Events:
•Preview Party: Kick off the festivities on Friday evening, October 24, with the exclusive Preview Party. This event offers attendees early access to artisan booths, live entertainment, and gourmet food.

The Jonesborough Senior Center Fall Craft Fair presents more than 40 member/vendors who offer crafts for sale. All crafts are made by members. In addition, homemade baked goods, chili and corn bread will also be available for purchase. All proceeds from the Craft Fair will go to the Jonesboro Senior Center's benevolent fund to help seniors with special needs. This is no charge to attend this event.

Come to the Town of Honaker, Virginia, for the Haunting in Honaker! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 25th to join us for a variety of unique experiences, including the one that started it all –– the Haunted History Walk. Take a stroll through historic downtown Honaker on this guided walking tour, as we tell you about the town, its tragedies, mysteries and local lore. Hop on our haunted hayride and make your way through the historic railroad tunnel, which boasts its own folk stories and legends. Plus, new this year, check out our twist on the ‘haunted house experience.’ There's lots more to come and it all happens Saturday, October 25th. Be sure to follow our Facebook event page to receive detail updates as soon as they're released. This event is sponsored by the Appalachian Leading Ladies. All proceeds benefit the club's college scholarship fund.

The Mountain Makins Festival, presented by Visions By Vicki, is an award-winning celebration of Appalachian culture, held annually at historic Rose Center in Morristown, Tennessee. Established in 1976, this cherished festival honors the rich traditions of the past while embracing modern interpretations of life back when. Recognized as the “Best Festival in the Southeast” in 2016 and 2019 by the Southeast Festivals and Events Association, and a four-time “Top 20 Event in the Southeast” winner, the festival offers a vibrant blend of arts, crafts, music, and cultural heritage. This years festival is held October 24, 25, and 26, 2025.

Highlights:
•Artisan Craft Fair: Explore over 70 juried artisans showcasing handcrafted goods, including pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, and more.
•Live Music & Performances: Enjoy two stages featuring mountain music, storytelling, prize-winning dancers, and regional authors, celebrating the sounds and stories of Appalachia. Additional lineup information will be available on our website.
•Traditional Craft Demonstrations: Witness live demonstrations of blacksmithing, basket weaving, woodturning, apple butter making, quilting, and other traditional Appalachian crafts.
•Children’s Activities: Younger attendees can engage with a variety of educational activities designed to entertain and inspire.
•Culinary Delights: Savor a variety of delicious, home-cooked foods and regional delicacies available throughout the festival grounds.
Special Events:
•Preview Party: Kick off the festivities on Friday evening, October 24, with the exclusive Preview Party. This event offers attendees early access to artisan booths, live entertainment, and gourmet food.