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August 16, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Michael R Harrell
    August 16, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Jonesborough Regional Planning Commission
    August 16, 2022  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Jonesborough 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.

August 17, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Michael R Harrell
    August 17, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

August 18, 2022

  • JAMSA Meeting
    August 18, 2022  8:30 am - 9:30 am

    Jonesborough Visitors Center, 117 Boone St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

  • Teller in Residence: Michael R Harrell
    August 18, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • McKinney Center Advisory Committee Meeting
    August 18, 2022  3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

    McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

  • Burger Nights at Boone Street Market
    August 18, 2022  5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

  • History Happy Hour: Mountain Air Waves, Stories of Local and Regional Radio
    August 18, 2022  6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

    116 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    The Birthplace of Country Music Museum returns to History HappyHour on Thursday, August 18th at 6:30 pm to talk about “Mountain Airwaves.”

     

    History Happy Hour favorites Dr. Rene Rodgers and ScottyAlmany will be on hand to share a new and exciting topic. “Mountain Air Waves: Storiesof Local and Regional Radio” will explore the history of early country radio,especially the local and regional stations that have been part of that musichistory. Radio impacted the development of musical genre and shared a widevariety of popular “barn-dance” shows that aired cross the United States, andit has been integral to the careers of many country and bluegrass musicians,past and present. From WLS and WSM to WCYB and WBCM – and beyond – radio wasand continues to be a vibrant center for music making.

     

    The program will be in-person in the board room of theChester Inn State Historic Site and Museum, and it will be streamed live on theChester Inn’s Facebook page. The program will begin at 6:30 pm. The program isfree and open to the public!

     

    This project is funded under an agreement with the TennesseeDepartment of Environment and Conservation, Tennessee Historical Commission.For more information on the Chester Inn Museum, History Happy Hour, or theHeritage Alliance please call our office at 423.753.9580 or the Chester InnMuseum at 423.753.4580. You can also contact the organization via email atinfo@heritageall.org. Additional information about the Heritage Alliance andits mission can be found online at http://www.heritageall.org/. Be sure tofollow the Chester Inn and Heritage Alliance Facebook pages for updates aboutevents at the Chester Inn and other Heritage Alliance programs.

August 19, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Michael R Harrell
    August 19, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Artist Exhibition Opening Featuring Jason Flack
    August 19, 2022  5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Opening to the public on Friday, August 5, theMcKinney Center’s next installment of its artist exhibition series will featureartist Jason Flack.  The exhibitionreception will take place on Friday, August 5, 5-7pm, during which timeattendees may meet and talk with the artist. This free exhibition will be on display through August 19.

    Jason is an “Urban Folk” & pop-artist,speaker and native of Johnson City, Tennessee. His work has been heavilyinfluenced by personal life experiences as well as many cartoons, comic booksand music. He has been drawing for over 30 years, painting for over 10 and hasentrenched himself in an all-things-art lifestyle being a part of local artadvocacy and bridging the gap between self-taught and academia. He was calledto start painting after the sudden death of his twin sister, Jessica, in2010. 

     

    His work elicits energy by using bright colorssurrounded by bold black lines. Since the beginning, he has used painting astherapy to direct grief into movement, thoughtfulness and to hold a mirror upto society. He is influenced by the work of many artists including Mike Judge,Margaret Kilgallen✝, Ed Roth✝, Genndy Tartakovsky and two major inspirations; Keith Haring✝ & Jean-MichelBasquiat✝. 

     

    JasonFlack’s work can be found all over downtown Johnson City, TN, in privatecollections and in the Reece Museum permanent collection. In the summer of2021, his painting titled, The Black Nanny won Best in Show at theKingsport Art Guild’s Appalachian Art Show. In 2021, he painted a mobilemural for Lowe’s to commemorate their 100 years of service along with 99 otherartists selected from all over the United States. He continues to collaboratewith the City of Johnson City and ETSU and was the featured front cover artistfor the A! Magazine for the Arts October 2021 issue. For August 2022, hewill be featured in “The Black Gaze” exhibit at the Tipton Street gallerydowntown Johnson City and The Arts Depot Presents: “From Dining Room to FreightStation” in Abingdon, VA. He will also be a vendor and speaker at the Bristolin Bloom Festival October 8th. Jason’s work can be found on Instagram(@artbyjasonflack).

    “Jason’s work is bold in color and in the pointhe is trying to get across to the viewer. His work is insightful, engaging and it makes you think,” says McKinneyCenter Director, Theresa Hammons.  “Ihope when people come into the center to see his work, they stand and studyit.  Each piece tells a story. “

     

    Visitors to theexhibition will be able to experience Flack’s passion for the arts as well aspurchase any artwork on display. 

    McKinneyCenter.com

  • Yoga in the Park - Mill Spring Park
    August 19, 2022  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

  • Music on the Square: WHITETOP MOUNTAIN BAND
    August 19, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Food Truck: The PROJECT WAFFLE Family Food Truck

August 20, 2022

  • McKinney Center Fall 2022 Last Day to Register
    August 20, 2022  12:00 am - 3:00 pm

    McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    More details to come.
    McKinneyCenter.com

  • McKinney Center Fall 2022 Last Day to Register
    August 20, 2022

    McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    More info to come soon.
    Check out McKinneyCenter.com.

  • Jonesborough Farmers Market
    August 20, 2022  8:00 am - 12:00 pm

  • Architectural Salvage Warehouse Open
    August 20, 2022  8:00 am - 12:00 pm

    600 Depot St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    The Architectural Salvage Warehouse will be open from 8:00-12:00 on the first and third Saturdays of the month (April-September). 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.

  • Historic Jonesborough Town Tour
    August 20, 2022  1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    116 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.

  • Teller in Residence: Michael R Harrell
    August 20, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Old Jonesborough Cemetery Tour
    August 20, 2022  2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    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 4th - October 1st. Tickets are $3.00 and are available for purchase at the Chester Inn Museum. Proceeds from the tour help maintain the cemetery.

August 21, 2022

  • Yoga in the Park - Storytelling Park
    August 21, 2022  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

  • Brews and Tunes: JC Jazz Collective
    August 21, 2022  4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    BrewStillery
    Whiskey Kitchen Food Truck
    TBA

August 22, 2022

  • StoryTown Radio Show
    August 22, 2022  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    More details to come.
    McKinneyCenter.com

August 23, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Sheila Arnold
    August 23, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

August 24, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Sheila Arnold
    August 24, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

August 25, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Sheila Arnold
    August 25, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Historic Zoning
    August 25, 2022  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Jonesborough Town Administration, 123 Boone St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

August 26, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Sheila Arnold
    August 26, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Yoga in the Park - Mill Spring Park
    August 26, 2022  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

  • Music on the Square: Daniel Byrd’s Boogie Machine
    August 26, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Food Truck: ESHTA Food Truck

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    August 26, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

August 27, 2022

  • Jonesborough Farmers Market
    August 27, 2022  8:00 am - 12:00 pm

  • Storytelling Guild - Christopher Taylor Cabin
    August 27, 2022  11:00 am - 2:00 pm

  • Historic Jonesborough Town Tour
    August 27, 2022  1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    116 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.

  • Teller in Residence: Sheila Arnold
    August 27, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    August 27, 2022  2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    August 27, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

August 28, 2022

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    August 28, 2022  2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

  • Yoga in the Park - Storytelling Park
    August 28, 2022  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

  • Brews and Tunes: Jake Dwyer
    August 28, 2022  4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Johnson City Brewing
    Project Waffle Food Truck
    Sunset Slush Food Truck

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    August 28, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

August 30, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Bil Lepp
    August 30, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

August 31, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Bil Lepp
    August 31, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

September 1, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Bil Lepp
    September 1, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 1, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

September 2, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Bil Lepp
    September 2, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Music on the Square: FLORENCIA & the FEELING
    September 2, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Food Truck: WHISKEY KITCHEN Food Truck

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 2, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

September 3, 2022

  • Jonesborough Farmers Market
    September 3, 2022  8:00 am - 12:00 pm

  • Architectural Salvage Warehouse Open
    September 3, 2022  8:00 am - 12:00 pm

    600 Depot St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    The Architectural Salvage Warehouse will be open from 8:00-12:00 on the first and third Saturdays of the month (April-September). 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.

  • Historic Jonesborough Town Tour
    September 3, 2022  1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    116 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.

  • Teller in Residence: Bil Lepp
    September 3, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 3, 2022  2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

  • Old Jonesborough Cemetery Tour
    September 3, 2022  2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    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 4th - October 1st. Tickets are $3.00 and are available for purchase at the Chester Inn Museum. Proceeds from the tour help maintain the cemetery.

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 3, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

September 4, 2022

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 4, 2022  2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

  • Yoga in the Park - Storytelling Park
    September 4, 2022  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

  • Brews and Tunes: Sasan Ahovan
    September 4, 2022  4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    European Brews
    Estha Food Truck
    Lil’ Delights Food Truck

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 4, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

September 6, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Geraldine Buckley
    September 6, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

September 7, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Geraldine Buckley
    September 7, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

September 8, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Geraldine Buckley
    September 8, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Historic Zoning
    September 8, 2022  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Jonesborough Town Administration, 123 Boone St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 8, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

September 9, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Geraldine Buckley
    September 9, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Artist Exhibition Opening
    September 9, 2022  5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    More details to come.
    McKinneyCenter.com

  • Yoga in the Park - Mill Spring Park
    September 9, 2022  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

  • Music on the Square: RAINBOW GIRLS
    September 9, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Food Truck: The PROJECT WAFFLE Family Food Truck

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 9, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

September 10, 2022

  • Jonesborough Farmers Market
    September 10, 2022  8:00 am - 12:00 pm

  • Historic Jonesborough Town Tour
    September 10, 2022  1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    116 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.

  • Teller in Residence: Geraldine Buckley
    September 10, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Nancy's Story at Telford Ruritan
    September 10, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

    101 Telford School Rd, Telford, TN 37690, USA

    In 1820, Elihu Embree published hisnewspaper The Emancipator on MainStreet, Jonesborough. The seven edition paper is the first publicationdedicated solely to the cause of abolitionism. Embree passed away in Decemberof 1820. Even though the paper was short-lived, The Emancipator had over 2,000 subscribers and its reach went allthe way to Boston and Philadelphia. In spite of his abolitionist beliefs,Embree himself was an enslaver. Nancy was an enslaved woman owned by ElihuEmbree, and her story will be shared at the Telford Ruritan Club on Saturday,September 10th in the original play entitled “Nancy.”

     

    Written by Anne G’Fellers-Mason,Executive Director of the Heritage Alliance, “Nancy” follows a year in thewoman’s life, from January 1820 when Elihu Embree wrote his will to January1821 when his will was read before the Washington County court. In his will,Embree tried to free Nancy and her five children, but were his wishes carriedout? What was Nancy feeling and thinking during this time? The play is based onprimary research relying heavily on documents from the Washington CountyArchives. The role of Nancy will be performed by local actress Ubunibi-Afia Short.“Nancy” won an Award of Excellence from the Tennessee Association of Museumsand an Award for History in the Media from the East Tennessee HistoricalSociety. The show has been performed twice in the region to sold-out crowds. Donot miss your chance to see this powerful performance. These performances wereoriginally scheduled for June 25th, but they had to be postponed dueto health reasons.

     

    “It is an honor to bring the show tothe stage at the Telford Ruritan Club,” Mason says. “The Heritage Alliance isall about making connections with our community, and we are so glad we can dothat through Nancy’s story. We have performed this play in the Sarah SevierMemorial Chapel at the Embree House Historic Farm and on a stair landing atHarris Hall at Washington College Academy. Nancy’s story can be shared justabout anywhere. This time, we’re taking to the stage in the old, schoolauditorium. ”

     

    There will be two performances onSeptember 10th at 2:00 pm and 6:30 pm. The show is a fundraiser for theTelford Ruritan Club and the Heritage Alliance. The show will be performedonstage in the old Telford School located at 101 Telford School Road. Ticketsare $15.00 and can be purchased directly through the Town of Jonesborough’sticketing system at Jonesborough.com/tickets or by calling theJonesborough Visitor’s Center at 423.753.1010. Seating is limited to only 50people per performance, so make sure you purchase your tickets in advance.

     

    The Heritage Alliance is dedicated tothe preservation of the architectural, historical, and cultural heritage of ourregion and to providing educational experiences related to history and heritagefor a wide range of audiences. For more information, visit our website at heritageall.orgor call our office at 423.753.9580.

     

    The Telford Ruritan Club has beenserving their community since 1961. They host a BBQ supper on the second Fridayof every month. They support various organizations including Wreaths AcrossAmerica, Tilted Tavern Animal Sanctuary, and St. Jude’s Second Harvest FoodBank. They maintain a Little Lending Library, a Community Produce Stand, and aroadside food pantry box at their site. 

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 10, 2022  2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

  • Nancy's Story at Telford Ruritan
    September 10, 2022  6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

    101 Telford School Rd, Telford, TN 37690, USA

    In 1820, Elihu Embree published hisnewspaper The Emancipator on MainStreet, Jonesborough. The seven edition paper is the first publicationdedicated solely to the cause of abolitionism. Embree passed away in Decemberof 1820. Even though the paper was short-lived, The Emancipator had over 2,000 subscribers and its reach went allthe way to Boston and Philadelphia. In spite of his abolitionist beliefs,Embree himself was an enslaver. Nancy was an enslaved woman owned by ElihuEmbree, and her story will be shared at the Telford Ruritan Club on Saturday,September 10th in the original play entitled “Nancy.”

     

    Written by Anne G’Fellers-Mason,Executive Director of the Heritage Alliance, “Nancy” follows a year in thewoman’s life, from January 1820 when Elihu Embree wrote his will to January1821 when his will was read before the Washington County court. In his will,Embree tried to free Nancy and her five children, but were his wishes carriedout? What was Nancy feeling and thinking during this time? The play is based onprimary research relying heavily on documents from the Washington CountyArchives. The role of Nancy will be performed by local actress Ubunibi-Afia Short.“Nancy” won an Award of Excellence from the Tennessee Association of Museumsand an Award for History in the Media from the East Tennessee HistoricalSociety. The show has been performed twice in the region to sold-out crowds. Donot miss your chance to see this powerful performance. These performances wereoriginally scheduled for June 25th, but they had to be postponed dueto health reasons.

     

    “It is an honor to bring the show tothe stage at the Telford Ruritan Club,” Mason says. “The Heritage Alliance isall about making connections with our community, and we are so glad we can dothat through Nancy’s story. We have performed this play in the Sarah SevierMemorial Chapel at the Embree House Historic Farm and on a stair landing atHarris Hall at Washington College Academy. Nancy’s story can be shared justabout anywhere. This time, we’re taking to the stage in the old, schoolauditorium. ”

     

    There will be two performances onSeptember 10th at 2:00 pm and 6:30 pm. The show is a fundraiser for theTelford Ruritan Club and the Heritage Alliance. The show will be performedonstage in the old Telford School located at 101 Telford School Road. Ticketsare $15.00 and can be purchased directly through the Town of Jonesborough’sticketing system at Jonesborough.com/tickets or by calling theJonesborough Visitor’s Center at 423.753.1010. Seating is limited to only 50people per performance, so make sure you purchase your tickets in advance.

     

    The Heritage Alliance is dedicated tothe preservation of the architectural, historical, and cultural heritage of ourregion and to providing educational experiences related to history and heritagefor a wide range of audiences. For more information, visit our website at heritageall.orgor call our office at 423.753.9580.

     

    The Telford Ruritan Club has beenserving their community since 1961. They host a BBQ supper on the second Fridayof every month. They support various organizations including Wreaths AcrossAmerica, Tilted Tavern Animal Sanctuary, and St. Jude’s Second Harvest FoodBank. They maintain a Little Lending Library, a Community Produce Stand, and aroadside food pantry box at their site. 

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 10, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

September 11, 2022

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 11, 2022  2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

  • Yoga in the Park - Storytelling Park
    September 11, 2022  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

  • Brews and Tunes: Pixel Vision
    September 11, 2022  4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    BrewStillery
    Whiskey Kitchen Food Truck
    TBA

  • Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun
    September 11, 2022  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

    Jonesborough Repertory Theatre, 125 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Annie Oakley is the best shot around, and when she's discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction which, while good for business, is bad for romance. (Summary from Concord Theatricals)

    Some of Irving Berlin’s most recognizable songs like “There’s No Business Like Show Business, ” “ They Say It’s Wonderful,” and “Anything You Can Do.”

September 12, 2022

  • Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting
    September 12, 2022  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Jonesborough Town Administration, 123 Boone St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

    Meeting agenda will be available at Town Hall.

September 13, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Tom Lee
    September 13, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

September 14, 2022

  • Teller in Residence: Tom Lee
    September 14, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

September 15, 2022

  • JAMSA Meeting
    September 15, 2022  8:30 am - 9:30 am

    Jonesborough Visitors Center, 117 Boone St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

  • Teller in Residence: Tom Lee
    September 15, 2022  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

  • McKinney Center Advisory Committee Meeting
    September 15, 2022  3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

    McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA

  • Burger Nights at Boone Street Market
    September 15, 2022  5:30 pm - 7:30 pm