Community Calendar

Looking for a fun and welcoming place to enjoy some laughs? Our comedy open mic is the perfect spot! Whether you're a seasoned comedian or just looking to try your hand at stand-up, we invite you to come as you are. Everyone is welcome — both performers and audience members!

Doors open at 7 PM, so come early to grab a seat, enjoy some food and drinks, and get ready for a great night. Signup is in person before 8 PM, so if you want to take the stage, make sure to sign up early!

The show is hosted by the incredibly talented comedian Shawn Carter — a true powerhouse in the comedy scene. With years of experience, a unique comedic style, and an ability to keep audiences laughing all night, Shawn is known for creating an atmosphere where everyone feels at home, whether you’re on stage or in the crowd.

We’re proud to offer a friendly atmosphere where everyone can relax, laugh, and have a good time. Plus, we’ve got food and drinks available so you can enjoy some tasty bites and refreshing beverages while you watch the show.

Best part? There’s no cover charge! Just come in, grab a drink, and enjoy the laughs. So bring your friends, bring your energy, and get ready for a night full of comedy and good vibes!

St Paul's Church will host a free Christmas Dinner Christmas Day 3-5pm. Everyone is welcome.

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.

Bristol Buzz was born from a simple idea: to make art—together.
Bristol has always been a
place for bold, original voices. Let’s carry on that legacy by creating something greater than
ourselves. When we support each other, we all move closer to our individual goals.

There are plenty of open mics around the Tri-Cities, but at Blue Ridge Comedy Club, we’re
focused on more than just stage time—we’re building a community. Our stage is your stage.
Come perform in front of fellow creatives you might never meet otherwise. All acts are welcome
(I.e. Comedy, Music, Dancing, Juggling, etc.)

Join us on Monday, December 29 at 7:00 pm for 1972’s “The Godfather” – as part of our Audience Picks series -- at the Jackson Theatre in Historic Jonesborough, TN.

This Best Picture Academy Award winner chronicles the epic tale of a 1940’s mobster family in New York City, where the father builds an organized-crime empire and his three sons, to varying degrees, follow in his footsteps. Marlon Brando won Best Actor as the head of the “family.” ~ Rating R ~ Running Time 177 minutes ~ Directed by Francis Ford Coppola

Tickets -- $6 for kids/seniors and $9 for adults – can be purchased at THEACKSOTHEATRE.COM (Part II will be shown Dec 30 and Part III will be shown on Dec 31, 2025.)

UPCOMING Northeast Tennessee MASTER GARDENER CLASS
We all want to share our love of gardening.

The Northeast Master Gardener Association (NETMGA) membership includes volunteers from Hawkins, Sullivan, Washington, Carter, Johnson, and Unicoi Counties. Their many activities include information booths at various home and farm shows, answering Ask-a-Master Gardener questions, teaching classes in the community, and organizing new Master Gardener classes. Their presence can be seen in many local historic site gardens, demonstration gardens and community vegetable gardens.

A new Master Gardener class will begin January 28, 2025, and go through April 29, 2025. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Classes are available for the surrounding communities' participants and are held at the Sullivan County, Ron Ramsey Agricultural Center located at 140 Spurgeon Lane, Blountville, TN.

The cost for the class is $200 and applications are available online at the NETMGA website or UT website: https://www.netmga.net/ OR Call 423-574-1919 and press "0"

Join us on Tuesday, December 30 at 7:00 pm for 1974’s “The Godfather: Part II” – as part of our Audience Picks series -- at the Jackson Theatre in Historic Jonesborough, TN.

This Best Picture winning sequel follows Vito Corleone’s rise to the top of his Mafia family and his son Michael’s fall from grace after taking over for his father. Best Picture winner. ~ Rating R ~ Running Time 177 minutes ~ Directed by Francis Ford Coppola

Tickets -- $6 for kids/seniors and $9 for adults – can be purchased at THEJACKSONTHEATRE.COM (Part III will be shown on Dec 31, 2025).

Join us on Wednesday, December 31 at 7:00 pm for 1990’s “The Godfather: Part III” – as part of our Audience Picks series -- at the Jackson Theatre in Historic Jonesborough, TN.

Ill and guilt-ridden Michael Corleone worries about his empire and his offspring in this final installment of the Godfather trilogy. ~ Rating R ~ Running Time 162 minutes ~ Directed by Francis Ford Coppola

Tickets -- $6 for kids/seniors and $9 for adults – can be purchased at THEJACKSONTHEATRE.COM

BHT Presents Bryan White at the Jackson Theatre in Jonesborough, TN
Friday, January 2, 2026 at 7:30 pm

Bryan White is a CMA, ACM, and Grammy award-winning country music artist, producer, and songwriter. Throughout his prolific recording career, he’s charted 21 singles, of which 6 were number 1. His hits include “So Much for Pretending,” “Sittin’ On Go,” “I’m Not Supposed to Love You Anymore,” “Rebecca Lynn,” “Someone Else’s Star” and “From This Moment On” which he recorded with Shania Twain for her “Come On Over” album which is the biggest selling female album of all time. Bryan has sold more than 4.5 million albums. His list of honors include a Grammy, The CMA’s 1996 Horizon Award, The Academy of Country Music’s Top New Male Vocalist, CMT Awards Artist of the Year, multiple CMA and ACM Male vocalist nominations as well as Canadian Country Music Awards. In 1998, White was voted one of People magazine’s "50 Most Beautiful People.

Tickets are $28-$38 per person and can be purchased at THEJACKSONTHEATRE.COM

UPCOMING Northeast Tennessee MASTER GARDENER CLASS
We all want to share our love of gardening.

The Northeast Master Gardener Association (NETMGA) membership includes volunteers from Hawkins, Sullivan, Washington, Carter, Johnson, and Unicoi Counties. Their many activities include information booths at various home and farm shows, answering Ask-a-Master Gardener questions, teaching classes in the community, and organizing new Master Gardener classes. Their presence can be seen in many local historic site gardens, demonstration gardens and community vegetable gardens.

A new Master Gardener class will begin January 28, 2025, and go through April 29, 2025. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Classes are available for the surrounding communities' participants and are held at the Sullivan County, Ron Ramsey Agricultural Center located at 140 Spurgeon Lane, Blountville, TN.

The cost for the class is $200 and applications are available online at the NETMGA website or UT website: https://www.netmga.net/ OR Call 423-574-1919 and press "0"