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- May 11, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 12, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 13, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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Historic Zoning
May 13, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmJonesborough Town Administration, 123 Boone St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
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- May 14, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 15, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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Jonesborough Farmer's Market
May 15, 2021 8:00 am - 12:00 pmEast Courthouse
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Salvage Warehouse Open
May 15, 2021 8:00 am - 12:00 pm600 Depot St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
The Architectural Salvage Warehouse will be open from 8-12 on the first and third Saturdays of the month (April-October 2). Materials available include bricks, siding, flooring, doors, windows, sinks, and more. Stop by 600 Depot Street in Jonesborough and get the supplies you need. Call 423-753-9580 for more information.
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Historic Jonesborough Town Tour
May 15, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm116 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Available at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, these tours depart from the Chester Inn Museum. Costumed guides will discuss the history of the town, its people, and the lives they built as you stroll down Main Street.
Tickets are $5.00 per person and can be purchased at the Chester Inn Museum. Children 8 and younger are free. For more information on the tours, please contact the Heritage Alliance at 423-753-9580, or the Chester Inn Museum at 423-753-4580. To schedule a tour for a larger group, or another day, please contact the Heritage Alliance directly.
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- May 16, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 17, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 18, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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Jonesborough Regional Planning Commission
May 18, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmJonesborough Town Hall
The Planning Commission meets regularly the third Tuesday of each month, and reviews and approves commercial site plans, subdivision plans, signage, re-zoning and variance requests. All Planning Commission meetings are open to the public.
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- May 19, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 20, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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JAMSA Meeting
May 20, 2021 7:47 am - 8:47 amJonesborough Visitors Center, 117 Boone St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
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McKinney Center Advisory Committee Meeting
May 20, 2021 3:30 pm - 4:30 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
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History Happy Hour: A Friend in Mead is a Friend Indeed
May 20, 2021 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm904 Depot St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
This month’s History Happy Hour springs into action with alook at honey and mead! The program will take place at 6:30 pm on Thursday, May20th.
Join us as we welcome Kim Floyd and Jeff “Puff” Irvin fortheir presentation, “A Friend in Mead is a Friend Indeed.” They will look atsome of the history and significance of mead as well as some of the science that goes into the process ofproducing the beverage. Kim Floyd is the director of the North Carolina CraftBeverage Museum, and Puff Irvin is the Director of the Craft Beverage Institute of the Southeast at AshevilleBuncombe Technical Community College.
This presentation will be available via Zoom and Facebooklive. The livestream will also be available at Depot Street Brewing inJonesborough. Come and learn the history of some of your favorite beverages ata local brewery. If you prefer to view the program online, the Zoom logininformation is available on Facebook and the Heritage Alliance website. You canconnect directly with the program via Zoom or watch the live stream on theChester Inn’s Facebook page. This program is free and open to the public!
The Chester Inn State Historic Site and Museum is fundedunder an agreement with the Tennessee Department of Environment andConservation, Tennessee Historical Commission. Formore information on the Chester Inn Museum, History Happy Hour, or the HeritageAlliance please call our office at 423.753.9580 or the Chester Inn Museum at423.753.4580. You can also contact the organization via email at [email protected]. Additional information about the HeritageAlliance and its mission can be found online at http://www.heritageall.org/.Be sure to follow the Chester Inn and Heritage Alliance Facebook pages forupdates about events at the Chester Inn and other Heritage Alliance programs.
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- May 21, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 22, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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Jonesborough Farmer's Market
May 22, 2021 8:00 am - 12:00 pmEast Courthouse
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Historic Jonesborough Town Tour
May 22, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm116 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Available at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, these tours depart from the Chester Inn Museum. Costumed guides will discuss the history of the town, its people, and the lives they built as you stroll down Main Street.
Tickets are $5.00 per person and can be purchased at the Chester Inn Museum. Children 8 and younger are free. For more information on the tours, please contact the Heritage Alliance at 423-753-9580, or the Chester Inn Museum at 423-753-4580. To schedule a tour for a larger group, or another day, please contact the Heritage Alliance directly. -
Summer Supper at Febuary Hill
May 22, 2021 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm102 W College St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
The Heritage Alliance is excited to kick-off a new diningexperience in Jonesborough with its Summer Supper series. The suppers will takeplace from May-September on five different historic lawns. Summer Suppers is anexclusive series and seating is very limited. Tickets for Summer Suppers can bepurchased through the Town of Jonesborough’s ticketing website at jonesborough.com/tickets.
The firstSummer Supper will take place on May 22nd at 6:00 pm at FebuaryHill, located at 102 W. College Street. Tickets for the event are $45.00 perperson. This includes a lovely, three course meal, as well as beverages, livemusic, and a chance to explore the grounds and sections of the home. Otherdates and locations include: June 12th on Spring Street, July 24that the Warner Institute, August 14th at the Historic Embree Farm inTelford, and September 18th at a home on East Main Street. Allsuppers will start at 6:00 pm, and tickets for each supper are limited to 26guests. If you are interested in attending more than one supper, you mustpurchase separate tickets for each date. The Heritage Alliance will observe allCDC safety guidelines throughout the event. Supper locations are subject tochange.
The SummerSuppers represent a new fundraiser for the Heritage Alliance. The funds fromticket sales will help the non-profit organization continue their educationalprograms, whether they be in-person or virtual. Ticket sales arenon-refundable, but they are considered a donation. In the case of inclementweather, tents will be utilized on the lawn and the Heritage Alliance will onlyreschedule the event in case of extreme or dangerous weather.
We hopeyou will consider spending a summer evening in Tennessee’s Oldest Town.
The Heritage Alliance is dedicated to the preservation of thearchitectural, historical, and cultural heritage of our region and to providingeducational experiences related to history and heritage for a wide range ofaudiences. For more information, visit our website at heritageall.org orcall our office at 423-753-9580.
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- May 23, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 24, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 25, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 26, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 27, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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- May 28, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park Season Pass Sales and Swim Lessons Sign up
April 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021online
Link to sign up for Swim Lessons Please note that class size is limited
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2021 Summer Camp Last Day for Early Bird Discount
May 28, 2021McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Use the code EBSU21 to get $10.00 off each class you register for through this day!
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Town of Jonesborough Employee Picnic
May 28, 2021 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmRegular route for garbage pick up
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- May 29, 2021
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Jonesborough Farmer's Market
May 29, 2021 8:00 am - 12:00 pmEast Courthouse
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Wetlands Water Park OPENS
May 29, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Park, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operation begins. Hours Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday.More details at wetlandsjonesborough.com
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Historic Jonesborough Town Tour
May 29, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm116 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Available at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, these tours depart from the Chester Inn Museum. Costumed guides will discuss the history of the town, its people, and the lives they built as you stroll down Main Street.
Tickets are $5.00 per person and can be purchased at the Chester Inn Museum. Children 8 and younger are free. For more information on the tours, please contact the Heritage Alliance at 423-753-9580, or the Chester Inn Museum at 423-753-4580. To schedule a tour for a larger group, or another day, please contact the Heritage Alliance directly.
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- May 30, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park - OPENING WEEKEND
May 30, 2021 12:00 pm - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Park, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm. Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets for ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday.
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- May 31, 2021
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Memorial Day
May 31, 2021Town holiday
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2021 Play-In-A-Week Camp
May 31, 2021 9:00 am - 2:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Ages 11 - 17
Class Limit: 16
Can you make a play in a week? You will get the chance to do this at the McKinney Center THIS SUMMER!
Starting from scratch, students will work alongside professional theatre-makers to create an original performance in just one week. You will develop a range of performance skills and learn technical theatre skills working alongside practicing artists. You will also make new friends and have a lot of fun in the process.
There is even a free lunch club from Noon - 12:30, where you can hang out and have lunch with directors, designers, choreographers, poets, and musicians.
Spots for, Play-In-A-Week, are limited to 16 students and are expected to fill up quickly. Register early to avoid disappointment.
The registration fee covers snacks and a camp T-shirt. Students should bring their own lunch unless notified otherwise the day before.
This camp is partially funded by the Tennessee Arts Commission.
A confirmation email will be sent to you upon registration with further information and tips regarding summer camp.
May 31, June 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (students will meet on Saturday, June 5)
9am - 2pm
FINAL PERFORMANCE and "tailgate" lunch at 2 pm on Saturday, June 5.
McKinneyCenter.com
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Wetlands Water Park
May 31, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm. Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets for ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday.
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- June 1, 2021
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2021 Play-In-A-Week Camp
June 1, 2021 9:00 am - 2:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Ages 11 - 17
Class Limit: 16
Can you make a play in a week? You will get the chance to do this at the McKinney Center THIS SUMMER!
Starting from scratch, students will work alongside professional theatre-makers to create an original performance in just one week. You will develop a range of performance skills and learn technical theatre skills working alongside practicing artists. You will also make new friends and have a lot of fun in the process.
There is even a free lunch club from Noon - 12:30, where you can hang out and have lunch with directors, designers, choreographers, poets, and musicians.
Spots for, Play-In-A-Week, are limited to 16 students and are expected to fill up quickly. Register early to avoid disappointment.
The registration fee covers snacks and a camp T-shirt. Students should bring their own lunch unless notified otherwise the day before.
This camp is partially funded by the Tennessee Arts Commission.
A confirmation email will be sent to you upon registration with further information and tips regarding summer camp.
May 31, June 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (students will meet on Saturday, June 5)
9am - 2pm
FINAL PERFORMANCE and "tailgate" lunch at 2 pm on Saturday, June 5.
McKinneyCenter.com
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Wetlands Water Park
June 1, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
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Tennessee's 225th Anniversary
June 1, 2021 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmJonesborough Gazebo, 104 Spring St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
On Tuesday, June 1st, the State of Tennessee will celebrate 225 years as part of the Union. On June 1st, 1796, the State of Tennessee was admitted as the 16th State in the Union. In Jonesborough on Tuesday, June 1st, the public is invited to a program to commemorate the 225th anniversary and the contributions our town, county, and region attributed to this event, presented in cooperation of several heritage organizations. Washington County is the first county of the State of Tennessee, while Jonesborough is the first town in Tennessee. Also, townsmen William and Matthew Atkinson provided the first state seal in 1802 as Johnson Citian Col. LeRoy Reeves provided the first Tennessee State Flag with the three star design in 1905. Also, Capt. Jacob Hartsell wrote a poem entitled, "The Brave Volunteer," giving the state its nickname the Volunteer State during the War of 1812. Tennessee's first Governor John Sevier lived in Washington County from 1773 to 1796, when he moved to Knoxville to become Governor.
Three proclamations will be delivered as well as a speech by County Historian Judge John L. Kiener will be presented. As well as commemorations for Gov. John Sevier, Col. LeRoy Reeves, Capt. Jacob Hartsell, and William and Matthew Atkinson. Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket to the event.
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- June 2, 2021
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2021 Play-In-A-Week Camp
June 2, 2021 9:00 am - 2:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Ages 11 - 17
Class Limit: 16
Can you make a play in a week? You will get the chance to do this at the McKinney Center THIS SUMMER!
Starting from scratch, students will work alongside professional theatre-makers to create an original performance in just one week. You will develop a range of performance skills and learn technical theatre skills working alongside practicing artists. You will also make new friends and have a lot of fun in the process.
There is even a free lunch club from Noon - 12:30, where you can hang out and have lunch with directors, designers, choreographers, poets, and musicians.
Spots for, Play-In-A-Week, are limited to 16 students and are expected to fill up quickly. Register early to avoid disappointment.
The registration fee covers snacks and a camp T-shirt. Students should bring their own lunch unless notified otherwise the day before.
This camp is partially funded by the Tennessee Arts Commission.
A confirmation email will be sent to you upon registration with further information and tips regarding summer camp.
May 31, June 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (students will meet on Saturday, June 5)
9am - 2pm
FINAL PERFORMANCE and "tailgate" lunch at 2 pm on Saturday, June 5.
McKinneyCenter.com
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Wetlands Water Park
June 2, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm. Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets for ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday.
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- June 3, 2021
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2021 Play-In-A-Week Camp
June 3, 2021 9:00 am - 2:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Ages 11 - 17
Class Limit: 16
Can you make a play in a week? You will get the chance to do this at the McKinney Center THIS SUMMER!
Starting from scratch, students will work alongside professional theatre-makers to create an original performance in just one week. You will develop a range of performance skills and learn technical theatre skills working alongside practicing artists. You will also make new friends and have a lot of fun in the process.
There is even a free lunch club from Noon - 12:30, where you can hang out and have lunch with directors, designers, choreographers, poets, and musicians.
Spots for, Play-In-A-Week, are limited to 16 students and are expected to fill up quickly. Register early to avoid disappointment.
The registration fee covers snacks and a camp T-shirt. Students should bring their own lunch unless notified otherwise the day before.
This camp is partially funded by the Tennessee Arts Commission.
A confirmation email will be sent to you upon registration with further information and tips regarding summer camp.
May 31, June 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (students will meet on Saturday, June 5)
9am - 2pm
FINAL PERFORMANCE and "tailgate" lunch at 2 pm on Saturday, June 5.
McKinneyCenter.com
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Wetlands Water Park
June 3, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm. Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets for ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday.
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- June 4, 2021
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2021 Play-In-A-Week Camp
June 4, 2021 9:00 am - 2:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Ages 11 - 17
Class Limit: 16
Can you make a play in a week? You will get the chance to do this at the McKinney Center THIS SUMMER!
Starting from scratch, students will work alongside professional theatre-makers to create an original performance in just one week. You will develop a range of performance skills and learn technical theatre skills working alongside practicing artists. You will also make new friends and have a lot of fun in the process.
There is even a free lunch club from Noon - 12:30, where you can hang out and have lunch with directors, designers, choreographers, poets, and musicians.
Spots for, Play-In-A-Week, are limited to 16 students and are expected to fill up quickly. Register early to avoid disappointment.
The registration fee covers snacks and a camp T-shirt. Students should bring their own lunch unless notified otherwise the day before.
This camp is partially funded by the Tennessee Arts Commission.
A confirmation email will be sent to you upon registration with further information and tips regarding summer camp.
May 31, June 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (students will meet on Saturday, June 5)
9am - 2pm
FINAL PERFORMANCE and "tailgate" lunch at 2 pm on Saturday, June 5.
McKinneyCenter.com
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Wetlands Water Park
June 4, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm. Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets for ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday.
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- June 5, 2021
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Jonesborough Farmer's Market
June 5, 2021 8:00 am - 12:00 pmEast Courthouse
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Salvage Warehouse Open
June 5, 2021 8:00 am - 12:00 pm600 Depot St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
The Architectural Salvage Warehouse will be open from 8-12 on the first and third Saturdays of the month (April-October 2). Materials available include bricks, siding, flooring, doors, windows, sinks, and more. Stop by 600 Depot Street in Jonesborough and get the supplies you need. Call 423-753-9580 for more information.
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Mill Spring Makers Faire
June 5, 2021 10:00 am - 5:00 pmSpring Street and Mill Spring Park - Jonesborough
We are super excited to host our Makers Faire on Saturday, June 5 in Downtown Jonesborough. Local makers, artists and craftsmen will set-up and display their handmade goods along Spring Street and Mill Spring Park. Are you a maker? Apply here: https://millspringmakersmarket.regfox.com/makers-faire
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Wetlands Water Park
June 5, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm. Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets for ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday. -
Historic Jonesborough Town Tour
June 5, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm116 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Available at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, these tours depart from the Chester Inn Museum. Costumed guides will discuss the history of the town, its people, and the lives they built as you stroll down Main Street.
Tickets are $5.00 per person and can be purchased at the Chester Inn Museum. Children 8 and younger are free. For more information on the tours, please contact the Heritage Alliance at 423-753-9580, or the Chester Inn Museum at 423-753-4580. To schedule a tour for a larger group, or another day, please contact the Heritage Alliance directly. -
2021 Play-In-A-Week Performance
June 5, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
FINAL PERFORMANCE and "tailgate" lunch at 2 pm on Saturday, June 5.
Find out more about the Play-In-A-Week camp at McKinneyCenter.com
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Old Jonesborough Cemetery Tour
June 5, 2021 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm116 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Learn the history of the Old Jonesborough Cemetery, the stories of the people who are buried there, and the ways in which they impacted the town. Tour is available the first and third Saturdays of the month at 2:30 from June 5th - October 2nd. Tickets are $3 and are available for purchase at the Chester Inn Museum. Proceeds from the tour help maintain the cemetery.
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- June 6, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park
June 6, 2021 12:00 pm - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Park, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
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2021 McKinney Center Community Play
June 6, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:30 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
details TBD
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Yoga in the Park
June 6, 2021 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmJimmy Neil Smith Park, 111 W College St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
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Brews & Tunes
June 6, 2021 4:00 pm - 6:00 pmInternational Storytelling Center Plaza
Music, food and beer. Details soon! Yoga up in the park from 4 - 5 pm
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- June 7, 2021
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Applications for McKinney Center Market Due
June 7, 2021 8:00 am - 5:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
The McKinney Center is looking for vendors and artists for a series ofmarkets.
The purpose of this market is to provide a safe environment for artists and crafts people to sell their products, to provide a safe environment for patrons to shop for products, and to
help artists and the McKinney Center recoup lost income due to COVID-19 cancellationsin 2020.
There will be a series of five different markets. Vendors may register for one or more of the markets at a time. You may also register for one now and register for another later. Please pay close attention to registration deadlines for each market!
Thedates of the Markets are:
Friday and Saturday, February 26 & 27. Friday, noon - 7pm and Saturday, 9am -7pm.
Friday and Saturday, March 5 & 6. Friday, noon - 7pm and Saturday, 9am -7pm.
Friday and Saturday, May 7 & 8. Friday, noon - 7pm and Saturday, 9am - 7pm.
Friday and Saturday, June 11 & 12. Friday, noon - 7pm and Saturday, 9am - 7pm.
Friday and Saturday, July 9 & 10. Friday, noon - 7pm and Saturday, 9am - 7pm.
Due tothe need to social distance, space for vendors and artists is limited. Twelve spaces are available inside thebuilding and eight spaces are available outside in the front parking lot. The cost for vendors is $75 for inside space,$50 for inside space, with the addition of a donation of a product of approximately,$25. The donated product will be usedfor the McKinney Center’s spring fundraiser that raises money for studentscholarships.
Vendorcriteria, booth space and logistics can be found at: https://townofjonesborough.regfox.com/mckinney-center-markets
Formore information please call the McKinney Center at 423.75.0562.
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Wetlands Water Park
June 7, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
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2021 Movie Makers Camp
June 7, 2021 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Grades 7 - 12
Class Limit: 8 students
Students will work together to create a film of their own. As a class they will write, direct, shoot, act in, and edit their own film, using high-def digital editing software. Green Screen technology will also be an option, as students place characters in historical settings or exotic locales. Students will also have access to props, costumes, artifacts, old documents, photos and letters, and have the freedom to shoot in locations throughout town, including the historic cemetery, the Chuckey Depot, and areas that are usually closed to the public, such as the Christopher Taylor Cabin. Student films will be presented at the 7th Annual Jonesborough Student Film Festival on November 4, 2021, where they will have the opportunity to ride in a limo from Jonesborough's Visitors Center to the McKinney Center. Once at the McKinney Center they will proceed down a red carpet to their movie premier! Family and friends will be invited to attend!
Camp registration fee includes the use of all tech equipment, licenses used, supplies, snacks, and a camp T-shirt. Students may be asked to bring costume items from home such as hats, scarves, shoes, etc.
June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Gillespie Building - 1523 Persimmon Ridge Road, Jonesborough, TN. This building is at the entrance of Wetlands Waterpark. The Gillespie Building is owned by the Town of Jonesborough and is the location of the McKinney Center's film studio!
McKinneyCenter.com
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2021 Teen Pottery Wheel Camp
June 7, 2021 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Ages 13 - 18
Class Limit: 6 students
In this "teen-only" class, students will learn to use the potter’s wheel by making a basic bowl, mugs, and vessel shapes. Our goal is for each student to produce five projects that will go home with them to enjoy or give as gifts.
Registration fee includes materials including clay and glazes, supplies, snack, and a camp t-shirt!
Projects need time to dry and will be fired in a kiln. Therefore, final projects will be available for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. The McKinney Center and camp instructors will notify parents when items are ready.
June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
McKinneyCenter.com
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- June 8, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park
June 8, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm. Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets for ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday. -
2021 Movie Makers Camp
June 8, 2021 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Grades 7 - 12
Class Limit: 8 students
Students will work together to create a film of their own. As a class they will write, direct, shoot, act in, and edit their own film, using high-def digital editing software. Green Screen technology will also be an option, as students place characters in historical settings or exotic locales. Students will also have access to props, costumes, artifacts, old documents, photos and letters, and have the freedom to shoot in locations throughout town, including the historic cemetery, the Chuckey Depot, and areas that are usually closed to the public, such as the Christopher Taylor Cabin. Student films will be presented at the 7th Annual Jonesborough Student Film Festival on November 4, 2021, where they will have the opportunity to ride in a limo from Jonesborough's Visitors Center to the McKinney Center. Once at the McKinney Center they will proceed down a red carpet to their movie premier! Family and friends will be invited to attend!
Camp registration fee includes the use of all tech equipment, licenses used, supplies, snacks, and a camp T-shirt. Students may be asked to bring costume items from home such as hats, scarves, shoes, etc.
June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Gillespie Building - 1523 Persimmon Ridge Road, Jonesborough, TN. This building is at the entrance of Wetlands Waterpark. The Gillespie Building is owned by the Town of Jonesborough and is the location of the McKinney Center's film studio!
McKinneyCenter.com
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2021 Teen Pottery Wheel Camp
June 8, 2021 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Ages 13 - 18
Class Limit: 6 students
In this "teen-only" class, students will learn to use the potter’s wheel by making a basic bowl, mugs, and vessel shapes. Our goal is for each student to produce five projects that will go home with them to enjoy or give as gifts.
Registration fee includes materials including clay and glazes, supplies, snack, and a camp t-shirt!
Projects need time to dry and will be fired in a kiln. Therefore, final projects will be available for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. The McKinney Center and camp instructors will notify parents when items are ready.
June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
McKinneyCenter.com
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- June 9, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park
June 9, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm. Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets for ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday. -
2021 Movie Makers Camp
June 9, 2021 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Grades 7 - 12
Class Limit: 8 students
Students will work together to create a film of their own. As a class they will write, direct, shoot, act in, and edit their own film, using high-def digital editing software. Green Screen technology will also be an option, as students place characters in historical settings or exotic locales. Students will also have access to props, costumes, artifacts, old documents, photos and letters, and have the freedom to shoot in locations throughout town, including the historic cemetery, the Chuckey Depot, and areas that are usually closed to the public, such as the Christopher Taylor Cabin. Student films will be presented at the 7th Annual Jonesborough Student Film Festival on November 4, 2021, where they will have the opportunity to ride in a limo from Jonesborough's Visitors Center to the McKinney Center. Once at the McKinney Center they will proceed down a red carpet to their movie premier! Family and friends will be invited to attend!
Camp registration fee includes the use of all tech equipment, licenses used, supplies, snacks, and a camp T-shirt. Students may be asked to bring costume items from home such as hats, scarves, shoes, etc.
June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Gillespie Building - 1523 Persimmon Ridge Road, Jonesborough, TN. This building is at the entrance of Wetlands Waterpark. The Gillespie Building is owned by the Town of Jonesborough and is the location of the McKinney Center's film studio!
McKinneyCenter.com
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2021 Teen Pottery Wheel Camp
June 9, 2021 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Ages 13 - 18
Class Limit: 6 students
In this "teen-only" class, students will learn to use the potter’s wheel by making a basic bowl, mugs, and vessel shapes. Our goal is for each student to produce five projects that will go home with them to enjoy or give as gifts.
Registration fee includes materials including clay and glazes, supplies, snack, and a camp t-shirt!
Projects need time to dry and will be fired in a kiln. Therefore, final projects will be available for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. The McKinney Center and camp instructors will notify parents when items are ready.
June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
McKinneyCenter.com
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Yoga at Mill Spring Park
June 9, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmMill Spring Park
weather permitting !
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- June 10, 2021
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Wetlands Water Park
June 10, 2021 10:00 am - 6:00 pmPersimmon Ridge Road, Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Normal daily operations begins. Hours - Monday through Saturday 10 am - 6 pm.
Sunday hours noon - 6 pm. Sunday Funday rates begin. Tickets for ages 4 & up are $9 each and every Sunday. -
2021 Movie Makers Camp
June 10, 2021 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Grades 7 - 12
Class Limit: 8 students
Students will work together to create a film of their own. As a class they will write, direct, shoot, act in, and edit their own film, using high-def digital editing software. Green Screen technology will also be an option, as students place characters in historical settings or exotic locales. Students will also have access to props, costumes, artifacts, old documents, photos and letters, and have the freedom to shoot in locations throughout town, including the historic cemetery, the Chuckey Depot, and areas that are usually closed to the public, such as the Christopher Taylor Cabin. Student films will be presented at the 7th Annual Jonesborough Student Film Festival on November 4, 2021, where they will have the opportunity to ride in a limo from Jonesborough's Visitors Center to the McKinney Center. Once at the McKinney Center they will proceed down a red carpet to their movie premier! Family and friends will be invited to attend!
Camp registration fee includes the use of all tech equipment, licenses used, supplies, snacks, and a camp T-shirt. Students may be asked to bring costume items from home such as hats, scarves, shoes, etc.
June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Gillespie Building - 1523 Persimmon Ridge Road, Jonesborough, TN. This building is at the entrance of Wetlands Waterpark. The Gillespie Building is owned by the Town of Jonesborough and is the location of the McKinney Center's film studio!
McKinneyCenter.com
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2021 Teen Pottery Wheel Camp
June 10, 2021 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmMcKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
Ages 13 - 18
Class Limit: 6 students
In this "teen-only" class, students will learn to use the potter’s wheel by making a basic bowl, mugs, and vessel shapes. Our goal is for each student to produce five projects that will go home with them to enjoy or give as gifts.
Registration fee includes materials including clay and glazes, supplies, snack, and a camp t-shirt!
Projects need time to dry and will be fired in a kiln. Therefore, final projects will be available for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. The McKinney Center and camp instructors will notify parents when items are ready.
June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
McKinneyCenter.com
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Historic Zoning
June 10, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmJonesborough Town Administration, 123 Boone St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
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