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The February “Hot Hunk” was Denzel Washingtonin the Lil Swee-tea Party ad on page 10. Mending Broken Lives

By Jim Burns

“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”

James 1:17 New American Standard Bible (NASB)

“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.”

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He had only one eye and his arm was dangling by a thread. But four-year-old Hannah loved Bear. Bear always accompanied her to Sunday school.One day her teacher suggested the class pray for people who were sick andhurting. The children prayed for hungry children around the world, sickrelatives, and broken relationships. Hannah put her arms around poor ,tattered Bear. She prayed, Dear Jesus, please make Bear better.

Then, Hannah had such a good time at church, she for got Bear and leftwithout him. One of Hannah's teachers, who had heard her prayer, took Bearhome to heal him. She replaced both eyes with pretty new buttons andsewed the arm back on. When she gave Bear back to Hannah on the nextSunday, Hannah was filled with joy. God fixed Bear, she said.

What Hannah would later understand about God, is that sometimes Heheals directly; other times he uses people like her Sunday school teacher tosew our bears together and help mend the broken parts of our lives.

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The Difference

By: Jan Howery

As we continue our series on thrift store and consignment shopping, weappreciate your questions and your support to our column!

Q. What is the difference between thrift stores and consignment shops?A. The biggest difference is NOT always the quality of merchandise.Consignment shops accept clothing to sell on a percentage. If you consignyour clothing with a consignment shop, you are paid a percentage of thedollar it sold for, and/or you may receive a higher percentage if you have acredit/shopping account. Some consignment shops also purchase a variety of items outright from individual owners and/or wholesalers. Thrift stores accept donations and sell the merchandise to provide revenueto support their non-profit organization or community project. You can askthem for a receipt for your contribution, but check with your accountant tosee if it applies to your tax return.

Q. How do I know what is accepted at a consignment shop or thrift store?A. Call your local consignment shops and ask for their acceptance guidelines.It has become so popular, that some shops have set themselves apart almostas boutiques, by accepting only certain sizes in clothing, particular typesof clothing (such as no tank tops) or accepting only designer name clothing such as Ralph Lauren, etc. If you call your thrift store, most willaccept most any type of clothing and if you are within a limited mile radius, you can ask if they offer a free pickup.

Q. How is the pricing determined and how is it different with a consignment shop vs. a thrift store?A. Many times in the thrift stores, there are volunteers helping with thepricing and getting the merchandise onto the sales floor. More often thannot, the helpers may not know the retail value of a one-kind-suit, or leathercoat, and the garment is priced very low; whereas in consignment shops,the owners will know their merchandise and the retail value. Pricing inconsignment shops is normally decided by the consignment owners because they know their clientele, how quickly their merchandise will sell,and what pieces sell best. However, in some cases, if a consignor takes anexpensive garment to a consignment shop, the consignor may ask theowner to price the garment at a certain dollar amount, because the consignor does not want it to be sold for anything less. Always be clear onthe shop’s policies. Each shop will have its policies and guidelines.

Q. Are consignment shops andthrift stores any different than a ‘resale’ store?A. The official distinctionsfrom NARTS, which is the National Association of Resaleand Thrift Stores, define a resale shop as a store that buystheir merchandise outright fromindividual owners, like a vintage store. A consignment orthrift shop can also be called aresale shop, but ONLY a storethat actually consigns their inventory can be called a consignment store, and ONLY astore run by a Not For Profitorganization is considered thrift.

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From the Exterior to the Interior!Decorating with Brick

Home interiors can have a new appeal using a material usually thought to be on theexterior instead of the interior–brick. Brick is a man-made product that can betransformed into having a very natural look or pop with color.

A lot of people like the look of exposed brick walls. They became popular in late1900s because many people found it was far less expensive to expose the brick in olderhomes, than it was to repair or replace the damaged plasterwork. They add character andrustic charm to any interior and can make any room look quite cozy. Especially popularis brick in modern lofts and in historical buildings, but these days you can find exposedbricks in other living spaces too.

From the traditional red color to the palest of yellows, brick can have many faces forevery home. Brick can warm your home in the winter, and keep it cool in the summer.From a modern urban loft to a historic Victorian home, the look of brick can change theappearance of your interiors in a dramatic style. Doorways, archways and fireplacescan be enhanced with brick, but more modern creative decorating will take brick intoother rooms of your home.

From contemporary to eclectic to modern to traditional, decorating with interior brickwill be found on the walls through the today’ s homes. The most popular rooms fornewly designed with interior brick are kitchens and bathrooms. These rooms are nowon the brick palette with signature designs and colors.

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Thin brick creates the warmth and texture of real brick without the need for additionalstructural support. A number of colors, textures and combinations are available. Thinbrick may be used in kitchen backsplashes, borders and islands, around fireplaces to adddesign and color variation, for wall surfaces and even for ceilings and floor coverings.

With Brickweb, both professionals and do-it-yourselfers can install thin brick withease. By using a traditional tile-mounted web-backer for mounting, Brickweb allowsalmost two square feet of thin brick to be installed at once. The technique is similar toconventional tile installation.

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Cleaning GreenBy Crystal Robertson, UT Extension Agent-Unicoi County

Many people have the perception that a homemadecleaner is not effective. Sometimes you will need to put alittle bit more elbow grease or let it soak for a bit to getsomething clean, however, homemade cleaners can be aseffective as conventional ones . . . with a bit of knowledgeand planning. When you consider the costs to your health,environment and how much you can be saving, it’s hard notto see the value in taking a few extra steps. The key is to

maintain all the little “messes” rather than waiting until the job is too big!Homemade cleaners require a little extra preparation up front, so why

switch? First is to simplify your cleaning by using fewer cleaning products.Choose or make products that you can use for several purposes. If you usefewer cleaners, you are storing fewer chemicals in your home and reducingyour family’s risk of poisoning or inhaling toxic fumes.

Secondly, is to reduce indoor pollutants. We spend an average of 90 percentof our time indoors. Studies conducted by the Environmental ProtectionAgency (EPA) show levels of several common organic pollutants to be 2 to 5times higher inside our homes than outside. Many of these pollutants comefrom the VOCs released from household cleaning products that actually triggerasthma and respiratory problems. Homemade cleaners allow you to usefamiliar, less-toxic ingredients.

Finally, making your own cleaners will save you money , and who doesn’tlike that? Homemade cleaning products cost less than commercial or over-the-counter cleaners. Both homemade and natural-based commercial products canbe used as alternatives to their more toxic commercial counterparts. Natural-based commercial products are more convenient, but they are often moreexpensive.

Ready to get started Here are a few items you will need to start yourbasic Green Clean Toolkit: Several spray bottles (make sure you properly label) Microfiber cloth Brush, sponge or mesh pad Baking soda Washing soda Borax Vinegar or lemon juice Vegetable oil Castile bar soap (found in laundry aisle) Hot water

Optional: Salt Hydrogen peroxide Tea tree/lavender oil Essential oils for scent

RecipesAll-Purpose Cleaner 3 tablespoons white vinegar1/2 teaspoon washing soda1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil-based liquid soap2 cups hot waterMix ingredients in spray bottle/bucket. Apply and wipe clean.

Tub & Tile CleanerWhite vinegarBaking soda or non-iodized saltTo remove film buildup on bathtubs, apply vinegar full strength to a spongeand wipe. Next, use baking soda or salt as you would scouring powder. Rubwith a damp sponge and rinse thoroughly with clean water.

Laminate Floor CleanerFor engineered wood and no-wax floors1/2 cup white vinegar1 gallon warm waterMix ingredients. Avoid over-wetting the floor by using a spray bottle to applythe mixture to the floor. Mop as usual (microfiber mops work best).

Wood Cleaner2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons white vinegar1/4 cup lemon juiceMix ingredients. Using a soft cloth, rub into the wood, in the direction of thegrain.

Safety Tips1. Read the labels of cleaning products for recommended protective measures. 2. Some chemicals produce a toxic gas when mixed. NEVER mix ammoniaand bleach together! (i.e., spraying shower with bleach and glass cleaner(ammonia) on mirror.) 3. Chemicals can lose their effectiveness. Don’t mix more than you will usein a month’s time.4. Mix solutions in a well-ventilated area.

5. Place mixed products in unused new containers and label it. Neveruse containers that previously held food, beverages or chemicals. 6. Store out of reach of children. 7. No cleaning product is 100 safe. The terms natural and greendo not imply that the product is nontoxic.

For more information on green cleaning or additional recipes,email me at crobertson@utk.edu, or call 423-773-2451.

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PROJECTS Update the Kitchen - Most people consider the kitchen to be theheart of the home, and because of this, updates in this room payoff in a big way. Paint existing cabinetry that's dated, but in goodrepair. Freshen up the inside of the cupboards with white paint.Add fashionable drawer and cabinet knobs. Changing out thehardware is the easiest way to change the look of your existingcabinets. Going from a dark wood to a lighter color dramaticallychanges the feel of a room. Removing cabinet doors, to createopen shelving, is also an inexpensive option. If your cabinetdoors are just too dated, but you want to avoid all new cabinets,look into just replacing the doors, not the entire cabinet unit. Thiscan save you thousands of dollars. Install crown molding to cre-ate interest and make the ceiling appear higher. A little paint goesa long way! Fresh paint, in modern colors, can go a long waytoward updating the look of your kitchen. Plus, paint is relativelycheap.

Improve the Lighting - Layer light for both ambience andcomfort. Under cabinet lights remove shadows from your workspaces, while overhead fixtures can set a stylistic tone. Hang aclassic chandelier or opt for a sleek pendant with a fabric drumshade. If you have a ceiling fan, look for replacement fan bladesto update the fixture's look. Installing dimmers are an inexpensiveway to upgrade lighting throughout the house.Energy-Efficient Appliances - Replace old appliances withenergy-efficient models. Energy Star-rated appliances are betterfor the environment, and they also help you save money, becausethey use less energy. Spruce up the Bathroom - If your cabinets are feeling outdated asimple coat of white or brown paint can give it new life. In addition,you can also paint your old hardware to make it feel updated. If youare dealing with ugly old floors, why not cover up those floors withan inexpensive vinyl tile? Vinyl tiles can be found for as little as .20a square foot and can be installed directly over your old flooring.Replace the shower head and faucet too. Eliminating a rusted,corroded or outdated faucet and/or shower head is a simple way tomake the entire sink and shower look updated. Also, replace that oldshower curtain. Opt for a bold color pattern or choose an elegantdesign.Reinvent a Room - Reinvent the existing space in your home tosave money. Finish a basement, or convert the attic to a bedroom.Many homeowners can also add small apartments in, or over, theirgarages – which they can then rent out as a room.Add Energy-Efficient Windows - These days, buyers shop forhomes with energy efficiency in mind. Old, drafty single-pane win-dows are a major turn off. Energy Star claims that adding EnergyStar-rated windows can save you up to $500 a year in heating andcooling costs by making your home more energy efficient.Deck/Porch- Outdoor living spaces have become more desirable,especially since more people stay home for vacation; often calleda staycation. If you make your deck and your backyard moreappealing, your house will be more appealing to prospectivebuyers when you decide to sell. A clean, fresh, well-kept porchsets the tone for the entire house. Wash the walls, de-bug theceiling and put a fresh coat of paint on the trim, rails and floor. Agood stain will last longer than paint and add color in a surprisingspace. Once you've scrubbed and stained, bring out furniture andaccessories that will turn the space into a cozy sanctuary. Startwith an outdoor rug, which visually designates a seating areadedicated to conversation. Next, add furniture. If you're buyingnew or painting old furniture, stick to neutral base colors likeblack, white or beige and incorporate punches of color withcushions and pillows. Bright yellow is perfect for summer andpastels in spring. Hanging porch swings are the ultimate in frontporch charm and don’t forget to add hanging plants.

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Did You Know?Add Fresh FlowersBedroom, yes. Living room, of course.But a bouquet of flowers in a bathroomfeels especially unexpected. Even asmall vase of yard-cut greens addsfreshness to the room.

Move the FurnitureThe cheapest way of giving yourhome a fresh look is the simplest:move the existing furniture around.Just because a room has beenarranged in the same way for yearsdoesn't mean it's the best or only layout possible.

Picture This! Wall art and mirrors are a cheap,easy way to change the look of aroom—as longas you buycarefully. Placelarge picturescentrally on amain wall or trygrouping acluster of smallimages to create an unexpectedfocal point.

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Selecting Interior PaintWhen starting a DIY (do it yourself) project, ask questions. Before choosing your paint,

think about where your room fits into the scheme of things. Where is it situated in relationto other rooms? Is it a high or low-traffic area?

Flat paint, for instance, is best suited for ceilings, walls, surface imperfections andanywhere else that a muted low-reflecting surface is desired. Because it takes more effortto remove stains from this type of paint, a flat finish is best suited for the low-traffic areasof your home.

You may use low-luster, satin, and eggshell paint on areas where a sheen isdesired. These paints are easier to clean than flat paint and hold up better underrepeated washings. They withstand the wear and tear of high-traf fic areas-hallways, woodwork, kitchens, baths, children's rooms and playrooms, moreeasily than other finishes.

Semi-gloss and high-gloss paint and enamel are best suited forbanisters, railings, shelves, kitchen cabinets, furniture, doorjambs,windowsills and any other surface you wish to accentuate. But becareful; the higher the gloss, the more it emphasizes any surfaceimperfections.

When selecting an interior finish, try choosing a water-based enamel, insteadof an oil-based gloss paint. Water-based gloss enamels have less odor than conventionaloil-based paints. They are much easier to clean up after, and they wear better over time.

High-quality paint performs better for a longer period of time. It's less prone toyellow as it ages, goes on smoother , and won't leave brush marks. It is also easier towash and is dirt resistant.

Purchase test quarts to review your color and finish selections at home. Paint a pieceof scrap material such as cardboard, or even a portion of your wall, to study the effectsof various light conditions. Source: www.lowes.com

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Somehow itseems easier tostore and organ-ize your sneakercollection than itdoes your neverending pile of ballet flats and flipflops. When youplace them in thecloset, they takeup valuable shelfor floor space, but don't makevery good use ofit. Stacking themcan cause harm,so try this trickwith wire coathangers to keepthem all in order.A detailed tutorialis available atepbot.com.

Doubled Wall Art Combine two types of wall art—shadowboxes andplates—for a distinctive way to dress up a blankwall. Line the shadowboxes with colorful papers orfabrics, then mount coordinating plates inside theboxes with a strong adhesive. (Source: bhg.com)

Pick up a large fabric stretcher andsome fun fabric (look for bright andbold prints). Stretch the fabric overthe frame and secure with a staplegun for a customized yet inexpensivestatement piece. (Source: thenest.com)

Start your day off right with these spring foodsthat will transform this meal into an Easter tradition! Begin your day with a fruity and festive Easter Brunch Punch.

Easter Brunch Punch

Ingredients1 (12-ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed1 (12-ounce) can frozen lemonade, concentrate, thawed3 cups pineapple juice2 cups peach nectar1 (1-liter) bottle ginger ale5 cups ice cubesOrange, lemon, and pineapple slicesfor garnish

Directions1. In a large punch bowl, combine orange juice and lemonade concentrates and pineapple juice and peach nectar; stir until well combined.2. Cover and chill until ready to serve then stir in gingerale and ice cubes, float fruit slices on top, and serve immediately.Serves: 15

Country Club Fruit SaladIngredients1 (8-ounce) container low-fat vanilla yogurt1/2 cup honey1/4 cup orange juice1/4 teaspoon grated orange peel1/4 teaspoon salt1 cantaloupe, peeled and cut into chunks1/2 honeydew, peeled and cut into chunks2 oranges, peeled and sliced2 kiwis, peeled and sliced1 pint fresh strawberries, washed

Directions1. In a medium bowl, combine yogurt, honey, orange juice,orange peel, and salt; mix well and set aside.2. Arrange an assortment of fruit on 4 individual plates anddrizzle with yogurt dressing.Serve immediately.Serves: 4

Hot Cross BunsNo croissants or kaiser rolls will do on this holiday. YourEaster meal wouldn't be complete without this recipe for HotCross Buns. Serve them hot with a pat of butter for a cinnamon treat you won't soon forget.

Ingredients4 cups all-purpose flour, divided2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk. divided1/2 cup vegetable oil1/3 cup granulated sugar3/4 teaspoon salt3 eggs1/4 cup raisins2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions1. Coat a medium bowl and 2 baking sheets with cookingspray; set aside.2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, yeast, and cinna-mon; mix well. In a small saucepan, heat 3/4 cup milk, oil,granulated sugar, and salt just until warm. Add milk mixtureto flour mixture. Add eggs and beat with an electric beater onlow speed 30 seconds, scraping down sides of bowl as nec-essary. Increase speed to high and beat an additional 3 minutes.3. Stir in raisins and remaining 2 cups flour to form a softdough. Shape into a ball and place in coated medium bowl,turning to coat dough on all sides. Cover and place in awarm place to rise 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.

4. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place on a lightly flouredsurface, punch down, and divide into 24 equal pieces.5. Roll each piece into a small ball and place 1-1/2 inchesapart on coated baking sheets. Cover and allow to rise in awarm place 30 minutes, or until doubled in size. Bake 10 to12 minutes, or until golden. Allow to cool.6. In a small bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, andremaining 2 tablespoons milk; mix well. Spoon into a smallresealable plastic storage bag. Cut a small corner off bagand make a cross with confectioners’ sugar mixture on eachbun. Serve, or cover until ready to serve.Makes: 2 dozen Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Asparagus Frittata

Asparagus Frittata filled with eggs, scallions, Parmesancheese, and even a secret ingredient that will have your family begging for leftovers during dinner!

Ingredients10 eggs1/2 cup honey Dijon mustard and mayo blend2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon butter1/2 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmedand cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/2 cup sliced scallions2 cups fresh baby spinach

Directions1. In a large bowl, combine eggs, honey Dijon mustard and mayo blend, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, salt andpepper; mix well and set aside.2. In a 10-inch skillet, heat oil and butter over medium-highheat. Add asparagus and scallions and saute 5 minutes. Add spinach and cook until almost wilted, spreading mixtureevenly across bottom of skillet. Pour egg mixture over vegetables, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 15 to 20minutes, or until eggs are set.3. Turn frittata out of the skillet, sprinkle with Parmesancheese and cut into wedges.Serve immediately.DirectionsServes: 8Source: Compiled from mrfood.com

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apostle of Ireland. St. Patrick is credited withbringing Christianity to Ireland. SaintPatrick's Day has come to be associated

with everything Irish: anything green andgold, shamrocks and luck. Most importantly,to those who celebrate its intended meaning, St. Patrick's Day is a traditional

day for spiritual renewal and offering prayersfor missionaries worldwide. So, why is it celebrated on March 17th? One theory is that

that is the day that St. Patrick died. Source: www.st-patricks-day.com

Jonesborough Repertory Theatre Presents The HobbitBy Patricia Gray Based on the classic by J.R.R. TolkienDirected by Pam Johnson and Barb Jeffress

PerformancesMarch 15th-30stFridays at 7:30 pmSaturdays at 2 & 7:30 pmSundays at 2 pmThursday, March 21 at 7:30 pm

The Hobbit, based on the book by J.R.R. Tolkien and adaptedfor the stage by Patricia Gray, features Bilbo Baggins, a Hobbit,who has his quiet, comfortable life drastically altered when hemakes an out-of-character decision to join a quest to steal backtreasure from the ruthless dragon Smaug. Join Bilbo, Gandalfthe Wizard, and a team of 13 Dwarves on the adventure of a

lifetime as they encounter dangerous trolls, foul goblins, and magical elvesduring their journey across Middle Earth.

For more information about this show, contact JRT at 423-791-4440For information on tickets or to make a reservation, please call the Historic

Jonesborough Visitors Center at 423-753-1010 or purchase online atwww.jonesboroughtn.org. Ticket prices: General Admission $14 and Studentsand Seniors $12.

The Jonesborough Repertory Theatre is located at 125 West Main Street,Jonesborough, across from Jonesborough Presbyterian Church, next door tothe Historic Eureka Inn. We hope to see you at a future performance !

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Voice Magazine!Are you a photographer? Or do you have a great photo of yourself in the

great outdoors? Join us in celebrating the images of our region! We arelooking for a photo taken in the Southwest Virginia and/or NortheastTennessee Regions. Photo must follow the theme of Voice Magazine’sprevious front covers capturing the essence of the region and the womenwho live here. We are looking for a photo/portrait of a woman to express theregion’s outdoor beauty. Contest is open to professional and amateurs.Photo Contest Rules and Guidelines:

A photo/portrait of a woman to express the region’s outdoor beauty.

Exclusive photo for Voice Magazine for Women original photo unpublished.

Please submit high resolution digital photographs via email tophotocontest@voicemagazineforwomen.com.

Photo must have taken within the last 12 months and seasonally appropriate for the monthof the July front cover.

Photo submission examples could include a woman boating, water skiing, hiking,camping, fishing, horseback riding, etc. Basically just a woman enjoying the outdoors!

Previous issues of Voice Magazine for Women can be found on our website:www.voicemagazineforwomen.com for examples of past front covers.

Three entries per contestant.

The photograph, in its entirety, must be a single work of original material taken by thecontest entrant.

Photos that violate or infringe upon another person’s rights, including but not limited tocopyright, are not eligible.

Photographs that have won any other contests or have been published in magazines andnewspapers are not eligible.

Releases by photographer and subject must be signed for Voice Magazine for Women ifselected as the winner.

Deadline date: May 17, 2013. Winner will be notified by email in June. Prize:

Front cover photo of July issue and full recognition with a profile/bio in the July 2013issue of Voice Magazine for Women and website.

Judging of the annual contest will be conducted by the publisher, editor, staff and Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. ‘informal’ boardmembers. Decisions of the judges will be final. JCP owns rights to the front cover of the magazine and is granted unlimited useof the cover and photo for promotion, publicity and advertising of the magazine. No monetary compensation for present or future in accordance to this promotion will be provided.

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“We are really excited about the new season of monthly events held every FirstFriday of the month from April–December, states Brandi Woodall, Blue Plum andFirst Friday Director. “The goal is to ease into March and build consistency andpartnerships along the way. Truly thrilling is the partnership formed with CumulusMedia who will keep everyone in-the-know by helping to promote the monthlyevents as well.”March 1, 2013- The kickoff event featuring a Drumming Circle sponsored byCampbell’s Music and dancing from Mona Lisa Belly Dance Company. Bring adrum and join in the fun and dance in the streets!April 5, 2013- Johnson City Tartan Fest – A first in Downtown Johnson City.Wear your kilt and come enjoy music, food and festivities.May 3, 2013- The Corazon Latino – A celebration of Hispanic Culture featuring music, food and children’s activities.June 7-9, 2013- Blue Plum Festival – Now in it’s 14th year, come out andenjoy one of the South’s largest FREE outdoor music and arts festivals!July 5, 2013- Paint the Town Red, White and Blue. With kid’s activities, livemusic and vendors this month’s theme will continue to grow into an annualholiday tradition!August 2, 2013- Touch A Truck, presented by Hands On! Regional Museum isa crowd favorite!September 6, 2013- Calling all Contra Dancers! Want to help us break a wordrecord? We need 2,209 dancers on Main Street…talk about kicking up your heels!October 4, 2013- Halloween on Main – Held in conjunction with the Johnson CityArts Council this event is sure to be fright to delight!November 1, 2013- Bowl-o-Rama – Turkey bowling makes its debut on MainStreet. We’ll be partnering with a local grocery store to bring you this funfrozen event that will also be a food drive for local food pantries!December 6, 2013- Window Wonderland will be the First Friday event atwhich we’ll be unveiling our downtown windows. With participating stores offering those in attendance a chance to win prize packages just in time for theholiday! Schedule is subject to change. For more details on First Fridays or to learn how to participate, visit www.downtownjc.org for times and specific contact information.

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William King Museum Launches Campaign to Bring Artist to Abingdon

William King Museum seeks to bring artist PatchWhisky to Abingdon this March to paint the walls of astorage building located directly behind the Museum.

Originally from West Virginia, Whisky is painter-sculptor now based out of Charleston, SC. His style hasbeen described as “graffiti meets the Cartoon Network”and he has been known to paint everything from entirebuildings to vehicles.

“This project is being undertaken to bring attention tothe Museum as it continues to of fer cutting edgeopportunities for artists and contemporary regional artof all kinds to engage the public,” explains Leila Cartier,Curator at the William King Museum.

The opportunity for Patch Whisky to bring his streetbased art to Abingdon is an exciting one, but one that isnot currently funded. In order to support this project,William King Museum will launch a Kickstarter

campaign beginning Monday, February 18. The Museumseeks $3,900 of funding through this campaign, whichwill offer supporters unique rewards for their pledges.These include postcards of the painted building signedby the artist and an opportunity to attend a private partyat the Museum with the artist, aptly being touted as the“Whisky Social,” among other benefits.

The campaign with Kickstarter is an all-or -nothingcampaign, which means that if the project isn’t funded inits entirety, no funds are dispersed. “This building is ablank canvas for Patch, an artist who regularly seeks tocreate a fun and engaging visual experience,” saysMuseum Executive Director , Marcy Miller . Securedfunding will be used to pay for paint, materials and artistfee. The campaign will run from Monday, February 18until Monday, March 11.

If successful, Whisky will begin to paint the buildingon March 25. The community is invited to watchWhisky as he transforms this building into a work of art.

To learn more about this project, visit the Museum’ swebsite: www.williamkingmuseum.org

April 12-14Abingdon, Virginia

When the drab greywinter has gardenerslonging for the colorfulflowers of spring,Washington County MasterGardeners are hard at workpreparing for the16th Mid-Atlantic Garden Faire. Thisyear’s Faire will bringtogether everythinggardeners desire torejuvenate their dormantgardens and transform theirlandscapes into a colorfuloasis.

On April 12th, 13th and14th, the SouthwestVirginia Higher EducationCenter located in historicAbingdon, Virginia

minutes from I-81 off Exit 14 will be transformed into a gardeners’ dream.Drive down One Partnership Circle to experience fifty shades of springgardening at the Faire. Occasional or serious gardeners will unearthtreasures to make their landscape the most envied in the neighborhood.

“Fifty Shades of Spring” is just what gardeners will discover whenmaking their way through the colorful Garden Marketplace. The MasterGardeners have assembled the practical and the unique for the garden showthis year. Trained nursery specialists from across the Southeast will offeran array of exotic and unusual flowers, native and heirloom plants, shrubs,and trees. From hostas to hydrangeas the selection from the premiernurseries will brighten any landscape. After getting the perfect plants, thenovice or expert gardener will be able to find everything necessary to takeadvantage of nature’s beautiful color palette. Unique quality tools, outdoorfurniture, ornamental iron, floral and potting supplies, apparel, whimsicalgarden art, and much more will entice the gardener at the alluringmarketplace.

New this year in the Garden Marketplace is the $125 shopping spreesheld on Friday and Saturday. The lucky winners will be able to chooseplants and gardening accessories from the best vendor in the Southeast.Drawings are at 3:00 pm each day, and tickets are available at the Faire for$1.00 each or 6 for $5.00.

The Mid-Atlantic Garden Faire provides educational opportunities forgardeners to learn about all areas of the garden and landscape. Notedexperts from throughout the nation will solve gardening problems, delightlecture goers, and amaze workshop participants.

More than 35 hours of garden-related programs is included in the $6price for daily admission.

This year’s featured speaker is Tony Avent, owner of Raleigh, NorthCarolina's Plant Delights Nursery. Tony will introduce gardeners to a widerange of little known plant choices to expand the garden color palette

beyond the basics. He will show gardeners how easy it is to have color andseasonal interest all year.

The Plant Clinic is just the place to meet friends and solve those naggingproblems that plagued the garden last year. Visitors can pose queries to thetrained Master Gardener there ready to help.

After solving your garden problems, relax at the Garden Caf whereenticing treats from Gadabouts, Nancy’s Fancy, and Troutdale will satisfyany hunger and thirst. On Sunday, join the fun and bring the family tobrunch. Faire admission is not necessary to enjoy a dining faire from theregion’s premier restaurants.

Discover creative table setting ideas for entertaining at the Table TopCompetition. Be inspired by casual and formal decorative table settings.The innovative table setting designs are accentuated with exquisite floralarrangements created by local garden club members and enthusiasts. Thecompetition is open to the public. If interested, contact the Extension Officeat (276) 676-6309. The deadline is March 22nd.

This year the Faire has added an exciting new Floral Design Competitiondisplay! The event is open to all ages and skill levels. For moreinformation, please contact Washington County Virginia Extension Officeat 276-676-6309. Deadline for entries is March 29.

Visit the Upper Tennessee River exhibit to sign up for the Rain GardenTour on Friday, April 12, from 3:30–5:00. Tour rain gardens in Abingdonand discover howto add thislandscape featureto your yard. Thetour will featuregardens installedby the UpperTennessee RiverRoundtable inpartnership withother agencies andthe Town ofAbingdon. Thetour is limited to24 participants anda donation of $2.50will cover the costof transportation.

Before leavingthe Garden, don’tmiss The AmericanChestnutFoundationinteresting display,and FrankRenault’sspectacularcollection of floralphotographs.

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Food City 500 to be held Sunday, March 17

Bristol Motor Speedway kicks of f NASCAR’s 2013 short trackseason in mid-March, and then welcomes fans back for a second SprintCup event on the fourth Saturday in August.

Bristol's feature event in March, the Food City 500, takes place on St.Patrick’s Day (March 17), and marks the fourth NASCAR Sprint CupSeries race of the 2013 season. The IRWIN Tools Night Race,NASCAR fans' most popular event, returns on August 24 for Saturdaynight action under the lights.

August race week begins with the UNOH 200 Camping World TruckSeries/Whelen Modified Series doubleheader Aug. 21. The Food City250 Nationwide Series race is set for Aug. 23, followed by the IRWINTools Night Race on Aug. 24.

Season tickets, as well as March race weekend only tickets, are nowavailable. To purchase tickets, please contact the BMS ticket of fice atits toll free number 1.866.415.4158 or 423.BRISTOL (274-7865). Fansalso may purchase tickets online now.

Theatre Bristol presents A Midsummer Night’s DreamTheatre Bristol presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream, William Shakespeare’s most

popular comedy, running March 1 through 17 at the 512 State Street ARTspace Theatre,in Bristol, TN. Directed by Daniel Reed Potts and starring veteran actors andnewcomers in performances of this timeless classic of love, enchantment and practicaljokes, as well as Athenian court royalty , woodland fairies and hardworkingtradespeople making for plenty of confusion and great entertainment. Showperformances are Fridays March 1 and 15 at 8:00 pm; Saturdays March 2 and 16 at 8:00pm; and Sundays March 3 and 17 at 3:00 pm, with tickets available at the door and inadvance online through theatrebristol.tix.com. Reservations and ticket sales for theThursday, March 14, 10:00 am school performance must be made in advance bycontacting info@theatrebristol.org by March 1 (additional shows may be added).General admission tickets are $12 and student and senior (65 ) tickets are $10. Schoolperformance tickets are $8 each with a discount of $5 per ticket for groups of 12 ormore. For more information, visit www.theatrebristol.org, or contact Spence Flagg at423-383-5979 or email info@theatrebristol.org.

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Plans for the 2013 YW Tribute to Women banquet and recognition eventare well underway. The submission deadline for nominations has passed,and the forms have been sent to this year ’s judging panel for review.TheSteering Committee leads the entire Tribute campaign, which culminatesin a special awards banquet honoring the chosen recipients. This year’sawards banquet is scheduled for April 25, 2013.

The 2013 Tribute Steering Committee is beingchaired by Tara Gemmell. Tara is Director ofManagement Services at Bristol Tennessee EssentialServices (BTES) where she is responsible for HumanResources, Customer Service and BTES facilities.Tara is a recipient of the 2010 Business Journal 40Under Forty award and a graduate of LEADBristol!She is active in numerous community volunteeractivities and currently serves on the 2013 YWCA

Board of Directors and is a member of the Rotary Club of Bristol VA-TN.Tara graduated from the University of Virginia's College at Wise earningher Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Communications.

This year’s four-woman judging panel features:

Alisa Bailey is a senior public administrator andgovernment official with more than 30 yearsexperience in government and private sector industries.In the spring, 2012, the Charleston, WV, native,assumed the position of President and CEO of theCharleston Convention and Visitors Bureau, where sheleads the bureau’s mission to enhance the city’ s taxbase and quality of life through tourism expenditures.Previously, Ms. Bailey served as West Virginia’s first woman Bureau Chiefof Commerce overseeing eight state agencies and as the State’ s TourismCommissioner.

Leslie Ludlow is a former healthcare marketingand public relations professional in a communityhospital setting. In this role she learned the importanceof being involved with the local community andorganizations. As an active volunteer she has beeninvolved with PTA, a local theatre company, UnitedWay and the American Cancer Society . She

previously served on the Executive Boards for the March of Dimes, theAmerican Heart Association and the PT A. Leslie is a graduate of theChamber of Commerce’s Leadership Sumner program.

Angela Moore is currently working in the fields ofSocial Justice and Human Resources at the YWCACentral Alabama. In addition, she operates theblossoming, full-service events planning venture“Amazing Kreations” with her business partner ,offering media and event planning assistance at no costto small organizations and businesses. She is a formerbroadcast producer, a trained motivational speaker andmarketing expert. For nine years she worked in full-

time ministry, where a majority of her time was spent empowering womenand girls.

Patricia Ottinger is a Senior Associate withMcGinly and Associates specializing in inspiration,motivation, and leadership. She is a presenter for theU.S. Department of Education Council on Leadership,a bimonthly meeting of educational leaders fromacross the Washington, DC area and invited guestsfrom across the country and around the world. Duringher 25 year professional career in elementary schooladministration Patricia served as Charter Principal oftwo new schools.

Tickets for the event will be available soon by visitingwww.ywcabristol.org or calling (423) 968-9444. Support of the YWCAthrough Tribute to Women directly affects women, children and families inthis region as the YWCA tackles some of the toughest community issues,which include affordable childcare, racial justice, teen pregnancy, qualityafterschool care, technology education and much more.

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call for entry for the upcoming Carousel Fine Craft Show. In celebrationof the amazing community project known as the Kingsport CarouselProject, we present Kingsport’s new premier juried, high quality, fine artsand crafts show. This juried show of approximately 20 quality exhibitorsis open to all fine artists, artisans, craftspeople, photographers andprintmakers. The show will be juried by Kingsport Artisan Walt Turpeningand will take place at the Kingsport Farmer ’s Market. All work must beoriginal hand-made works of fine craft/art. NO commercial items forresale, kits, imported or consigned goods will be accepted. Applications areavailable through the Of fice of Cultural Arts or online atwww.Arts.KingsportTN.gov

The show will be opened up with a Gala Event on Friday , March 22from 6-9 pm. This will be a special fundraiser for the Carousel Project.Carousel animals and paintings in progress will be prominently displayed.The public will be encouraged to visit the show to see the progress of theCarousel Project and to interact with the carvers, painters and other volunteersas well as taking part in the Fine Craft Show. The future site of the KingsportCarousel will be in the vicinity of the Kingsport Farmer’s Market.

Dates/Times:March 22-24, 2013 Gala Event:Friday, March 22 from 6 pm – 9 pmShow hours: Saturday, March 23 from 10 am – 5 pmSunday, March 24 from10 am – 5 pmTickets available now at www.EngageKingsport.com

The Carousel Project:It started as one man's dr eam to have a car ousel for the Kingsport community . He

talked a few fellow Kiwanis members into investigating the idea and the Four Horsementook charge. Now Kingsport has a carousel carving studio at the Lynn View CommunityCenter where the carvers can be found working on their animals. It is open to the publicMonday-Friday from 10 am – 5 pm. Volunteer painters are also hard at work painting thehand-carved animals. Another set of volunteer painters are painting Kingsport scenes onRounding Boards for the Carousel.Mechanics, merchants, fundraisers and enthusiasts areurged to get involved in this legacy pr oject for Kingsport. The work continues until the1956 vintage Herschel frame is in its own round house connected to the Farmers' Marketand all animals have a place on the carousel with children of all ages riding. Completiondate is set for spring 2014 so there is a lot of work to be done and a gr eat way to get toknow great people!

City of Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts 1200 E. Center St. Kingsport, TN 423.392.8414 www.EngageKingsport.com

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Turning 50? Talk with your physician about a screening colonoscopy. Colon cancer is one of the most preventable and curable

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March is ‘blue’ for ColonCancer Awareness Month

Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer(cancer of the colon or rectum) is the second leading cause of cancer

deaths in the United States. Every year , more than 140,000Americans are diagnosed with colorectal cancer , and more than50,000 people die from it.

Are you at high risk? Your risk for colorectal cancer maybe higher than average if:

You or a close relative have had colorectal polypor colorectal cancer.

You have inflammatory bowel disease.

You have a genetic syndrome such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) orhereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer

The risk of getting colorectal cancer increases with age. More than 90 of casesoccur in people who are 50 years old or older. Colorectal cancer screening saves lives,but many people are not being screened according to national guidelines.

Colorectal cancer screening tests can find precancerous polyps so they can beremoved before they turn into cancer. In this way, colorectal cancer is prevented.

Screening tests also can find colorectal cancer early, when treatment often leadsto a cure.

What are the symptoms of colorectal cancer?

Precancerous polyps and colorectal cancer don't always cause symptoms, especiallyat first. You could have polyps or colorectal cancer and not know it. That is why havinga screening test is so important. Symptoms for colorectal cancer may include:

Blood in or on the stool (bowel movement).

Stomach pain, aches, or cramps that do not go away.

Losing weight and you don't know why.

These symptoms may be caused by something other than cancer . If you're havingany of these symptoms, the only way to know what is causing them is to see your doctor.When should you begin to get screened?

You should begin screening for colorectal cancer soon after turning 50; then keepgetting screened regularly.

Some people have a higher risk because they have inflammatory bowel disease, apersonal or family history of colorectal polyps or colorectal cancer, or geneticsyndromes like familial adenomatous polyposis or hereditary non-polyposiscolorectal cancer (also known as Lynch syndrome)

Talk with your doctor about which test or tests are best for you. TheUSPSTF recommends these tests:

Colonoscopy (every 10 years).

High-sensitivity fecal occult blood test (FOBT), also known as a stool test (everyyear).

Flexible sigmoidoscopy (every 5 years) with high-sensitivity FOBT (every 3years).As always, talk to your doctor about getting screened.Source: www.cdc.gov/features/colorectalawareness/

Did you know?March is National Nutrition Month. National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition

education and information campaign created annually in March by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign focuses attention on the importance of

making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activityhabits. This year is the 40th anniversary of National Nutrition Month®.

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Computer Vision Syndrome These symptoms contribute to computervision syndrome, which the American Optometric Association defines as thecomplex of eye and vision problems related to near work that are experiencedduring or related to computer use. While decreasing time spent at a computermay not be an option, there are ways to maximize healthy vision forcomfortable use of the computer.

Have a regular comprehensive eye exam to ensure your eyes arehealthy and that you have the correct eyeglass or contact lens prescrip-tion if necessary. Be certain to tell your optometrist about the computerwork you do.

Wear glasses that are specifically designed to function comfortably atthe computer. The lenses you wear for day-to-day activities may not bethe best for working at thecomputer.

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Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the U.S.; however ,awareness surrounding the disease is relatively low. According to data fromthe AOA's latest American Eye- consumer survey:

Glaucoma is not preventable, but that it's treatable

Glaucoma affects deterioration to peripheral vision making it hardto see

Glaucoma has no early warning signs and only an exam that dilates theeyes can show what's going on

Yearly eye and vision examinations are an important part of preventivehealth care since many eye and vision problems have no obvious signs orsymptoms. Comprehensive, yearly eye exams are designed to:

Evaluate the functional status of the eyes, taking into account specialvision demands and needs

Assess vision health and related systemic health conditions

Determine a diagnosis (or diagnoses)

Formulate a treatment and management plan

Counsel and educate patients about their visual, ocular and relatedsystemic health care status, including recommendations for treatment,management and future care

The AOA's guidelines for receiving comprehensive eye exams begin early inlife. The AOA urges parents to bring infants six to 12 months of age to theirlocal optometrist for a an assessment and then again for an exam at age threeand age five before entering kindergarten. Children and adults should receiveyearly comprehensive eye exams, unless otherwise advised by an optometrist.For more information visit www.aoa.org.

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Lisa HallBurton the Sneezing Cow and The Cutie Pies ChroniclesBooklovers Warehouse3302 W. Market St. Johnson City, TNSaturday, March 9, 11 AM to 3 PM

Linda Hudson HoaglandThe Best Darn Secret, Snooping Can Be Dangerous and thesoon-to-be released Snooping Can Be Contagious(Books 1 & 2 of “The Lindsay Harris Murder Mysteries”)Perkins Restaurant 4618 Ft. Henry Drive, Kingsport, TNSaturday, March 2, 9 AM to 2 PMAll Seasons Indoor MarketRoute 460, Pounding Mill (5 Miles from Tazewell, VA) March 3 & 4, 8 AM to 4 PMMarch 9, 10 & 11, 8 AM to 4 PMMarch 16, 17 & 18, 8 AM to 4 PMMarch 23, 24 & 25, 8 AM to 4 PMMarch 30 & 31, 8 AM to 4 PM

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Rose KlixGod, my Greatest LoveSaturday, March 23, 2013 from 1:00 – 3:00 PM, a Toast andRoast Creative Writing event at the Memorial Park CommunityCenter Activities room, 510 Bert Street, Johnson City, Tennessee.The program is open to the public and will include a toast to areacreative writing individuals, organizations, and institutions in theTri-Cities area. Invited guests include, but are not limited to, Lost State Writers Guild, Appalachian Authors Guild, NationalLeague of American Pen Women, libraries, colleges and universities, publishers, printers, and book stores. This event isopen to the public for those interested in creative writing or inpresenting information. Please RSVP by March 1, 2013 to Rose Klix (423) 631-2056.

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FROM JAN-CAROL PUBLISHING, INC.Enter your short story in Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.’s writing contest and maybe your story

will be published in the forthcoming Mountain Girl Press story collection, Whimsical Petals inthe fall of 2013.

Whether you are an experienced writer or a novice, we are currently soliciting short storiesfor entry into our new writing contest. When the contest ends we will pick the top 10 stories topublish in a new short story collection from Mountain Girl Press titled Whimsical Petals. Eachwinner will receive three copies of Whimsical Petals.

The new collection will be an addition to our other short story collections titled The ZinniaTales, Self-Rising Flowers and Christmas Blooms. You may view those collections on ourwebsite www.jancarolpublishing.com.

Contest requirements:1.) The story must be set in the Appalachian Mountains and must feature strong Appalachian women, either from the past orcontemporary times.2.) The theme of the story should reflect the Appalachian woman’s humor and grace through adversity.3.) The length of the story must be no less than 1500 words and no more than 2500. 4.) All stories should include the name, address and daytime telephone number of the author.5.) All stories may be submitted online at submissions@jancarolpublishing.com and should be accompanied by a $10.00 administrative fee mailed to Voice Magazine for Women, P.O. Box 701, Johnson City, TN, 37605. 6.) Contest will close June 30, 2013. Winners will be notified by a representative of Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.7.) Stories not fitting the guidelines will not be published online.

March is . . . National March Into Literacy Month

Celebrates the love of reading among children and promotes awareness of literacy as a fundamental.

Small Press Month Recognizes small, independent publishing companies that

make up 94% of the total publishing company population.

Read an E-Book Week: March 3 through March 9

Remember all of our authors’ books are available on Nook and Kindle!

NEA's Read Across America Day: March 2Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthdate by reading!

Girls Write Now Day: March 8 Enter our writing contest. See above for details.

Brain Injury Awareness Day is March 21, 2013

Lori’s Miracle: How one family’s hope and faith overcame adversity

June Barrettwww.crumleyhouse.com

On a sunny September day in 1981,fourteen-year-old Lori Beth Ford was involved in

a tragic car accident that left her with a TBI - traumatic brain injury.The doctors and medical staff tried to convince Lori's family that shewould not live, or if she did live, she would be incapacitated for therest of her life. Told through her mother's voice, Lori's Miracle is theinspiring story of a girl whose childhood dreams were shattered, buther success was redefined in a way that no one could have everimagined; ultimately leading to the establishment of The CrumleyHouse, a world renowned traumatic brain injury rehabilitation center,located in Limestone Tennessee.

Saturday, March 9th 300 Urbana Rd, Limestone, TN

(at The Crumley House)

Onsite registration 8:30-9:30 a.m.; race starts at 10:00 a.m. Registration: $25 registration (includes performance tees while supplies last)

Register at werunevents.com/calendar-register-results-2013. Take a look atthe Joggin for the Noggin 5K Run/Walk on Facebook. Show your support!

Also, available for purchase, the book Lori’s Miracle–the written story behind the birth of The Crumley House by its founder, June Barrett.

New Releases from read ine ue

A Depression-era historical adventure for teens!Lorna MacDonald CzarnotaSixteen-year-old William Saxton, called Blue, lies

awake every night listening to the buzzsaw of his sicklyfather’s lungs and worrying about his mother. Bluewrites to Eleanor Roosevelt in Washington, D.C., askingfor help, but she doesn't answer. With no more than foodfrom the family icebox and a fishing pole, Blue runsaway intending to hop the rails to D.C. where he plans

to confront the First Lady. The journey changes Blue’s purpose and he willnever be the same. Author Lorna MacDonald Czarnota lives in Buffalo,New York. Order Breadline Blue at www.lornamacdonaldczarnota.com.

hi dren in the arden Book 2 of The Glade Series is available this month!Martha Jane OrlandoGreen tomatoes flying through the air! A church

picnic gone awry! A brooding rattlesnake ready tostrike! An all-too-close encounter with Cousin Ronnie’ssurly sons! These are just a few of the many adventureswhich await Davy and his friend, Grey, True Squirrel ofthe Old Ones, in Book 2 of The Glade Series, Childrenin the Garden. But, the adventures are only part of the

story . . . as the relationship between Davy and Grey, blossoms, so doesDavy’s confidence, courage and determination to never revert to the angryboy he used to be. He discovers the meaning of true friendship, and decidesthat his family, even his stepfather, Jim, might not be so bad after all. AuthorMartha Jane Orlando is passionate about writing. She hopes you will findBook 2 of The Glade Series, Children in the Garden, just as exciting andenthralling as Book 1, A Trip, a Tryst and a Terror. Learn more about theseries at gladetrilogy.wix.com/theglade.

noo ing an e ontagiousBook 2 of The Lindsay Harris Murder Mysteries hits bookshelves this month!Linda Hudson HoaglandLindsay Harris, a single mother who works as a legal secretary/assistant,

is headed for trouble when her twin daughters, Emily and Ellen, acquire ababy-sitting job for a mysterious single dad for two small children. With theencouragement of her daughters and her friends, Jed and Marnie, she jumpsknee deep into the problem of trying to prove the mysterious single dadinnocent of killing his two children. Because her need to snoop intomysteries that need answers has spread to others (meaning her family andfriends) Lindsay has now proven that Snooping Can Be Contagious. Order atbarnesandnoble.com or amazon.com.

Coming SoonMo ing ut and Mo ing nRebecca Williams Spindler & Madelyn SpindlerBook 3 from The Tale of Two Sisters is coming soon from Jan-Carol

Publishing. This series praised as “hilarious and extremely honest series”which includes books Sara Jane is a Pain and Life According to Liz, hasbeen listed as Top Middle Grade Novels for two years in a row onGoodreads.com. The final book of the series, Moving Out and Moving On,follows sisters Sara Jane and Liz as they face embark on new chapters oftheir lives with the same gusto they’ve always displayed! Keep up with theauthors and their cast of lively characters at Fans of Spindler Writing onFacebook.

et her s a esVictoria FletcherEarly elementary readers will be enchanted while they learn through

words and pictures in this educational collection of fables from authorVictoria Fletcher. A retired elementary teacher, Victoria Fletcher seeks tocontinue instilling life lessons in her readers just as she did for her studentsduring her three decades in the public school system. Learn more aboutVictoria at victoriafletcher.biz and watch for Fletcher’s Fables coming soonfrom JCP!

Open the World with a Book Want to purchase a signed copy of your favorite

Jan-Carol Publishing author’s book? You can find their websites atwww.jancarolpublishing.com. AND, be sure to like us on Facebook at

www.facebook.com/JanCarolPublishingInc. We will keep you up to dateon our new books, author events and interviews. Join the fun, today!

Now accepting manuscript submissions! Visit www.jancarolpublishing.com for submission guidelines

or send an email to Submissions@jancarolpublishing.comFind us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JanCarolPublishingInc

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Join Us! Voice Magazine is lookingto add to our current outside salesstaff! This is a growth opportunityfor a dynamic individual with a posi-tive attitude. Apply your ‘sales expe-rience’ to selling ads and servicing.Must have ‘do what it takes’ attitude,be tenacious and enjoy serving busi-nesses. This position is part-time tofull-time. Commission only. (Abing-don, VA area) Email your resume to:sales @voicemagazineforwomen.comor fax your resume to 423-926-9983.

In Home Care Services in Kingsport isnow accepting applications for allshifts. Only experienced applicantsneed to apply. Call: 423-245-1065.

Clerical Aide Position:Morrison School, a local non-pr ofit school for children with learningdisabilities, is looking for a full time Clerical Aide to assist the SchoolDirector and the Administrative Manager. Duties would include butare not limited to:• Answer incoming phone calls or emails and distribute to appropriate

staff members• Greet visitors • Maintain and mail out general information packets to people

inquiring about Morrison School• Key information into database• Prepare student enrollment packets• Maintain stock of office, kitchen and janitorial supplies• Track and maintain academic materials and student files• Develop computer generated spreadsheets• Assist staff with use of iPads, computers etc.Job Requirements:Preferably training and/or experience in general office work with sub-stantial knowledge and skill relative to office equipment and technology.

Morrison School in Bristol, Virginia is now accepting appli cations forteacher and teacher's aide positions. Call: 276-669-2823.

Abingdon, VAVirginia Tech is hosting the 2nd annual BLOG-OnConference at the Southwest Virginia Higher EducationCenter on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 from 9 a.m.–1 p.m.The cost is $35.00. The BLOG-On conference will bepresented by Jeremy Bise and Barry Myers. Jeremy isthe co-founder of ThoseGeeks, a website design anddevelopment company in Abingdon. He is a designer,developer, marketer, project manager, speaker andblogger! Barry is a freelance web and communicationsdesigner who has created web designs and content fordozens of websites. With a focus on making sites lookgood and function well, Barry excels at real-worldproblem solving and finding tools that make workmore impactful and easier at the same time. TheBLOG-On Conference is sponsored by Virginia TechSouthwest Center, ThoseGeeks, Stacy Makes Centsand Debtor to Better. Additional information may beobtained by contacting Penny McCallum, Director,Virginia Tech Southwest Center at pmccallum@swcenter.edu or Dove Bush at dbush@swcenter.edu.Register online at www.cpe.vt.edu/reg/swvac.

List of upcoming Cooking Along the Crooked Road ClassesMarch 2: Gluten Free Breadmaking 10 a.m.-1 p.m.,Youth Cooking Class and Pizza Party 2:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. March 16: Irish Cooking Traditions, Darla Jean Hood,Wilderness Trail Association 10 a.m.-1 p.m.March 23: Easter Brunch Class for Kids, Chef Earl Baker,Wildflour Bakery 10 a.m.-12 p.m.March 25: Cupcakes, Cake Balls and Spring Celebrations,Natalie Shortridge, Baby Cakes Cupcakery 6 p.m.-9 p.m.April 1: Spotlight on Chicken: Comfort Food from aSouthern Kitchen, Betsy White, ZazzyZ’s 6 p.m.-9 p.m.April 8: Creative Pizza-Making with Mellow Mush-room, Matt Shy 6 p.m.-9 p.m.April 15: Vegetable Cookery with Fresh Market 6 p.m.-9 p.m.More classes to come!For complete list of spring classes, information or toregister, call 276-619-4300 or visit www.swcenter.edu/cooking.Southwest Virginia Higher Education CenterOne Partnership Circle, Abingdon, VA

Bristol, TN/VAUpcoming Events at Paramount Center for the Arts Comedian James Gregory will perform Saturday,March 2nd at 7:30 p.m. at Paramount Center forthe Arts. “The Funniest Man in America” will de-liver common-sense wisdom, old-fashioned val-ues and politically-incorrect humor. JamesGregory is known for inspiring fanatic devotion,whether it’s the first or 15th time you’ve seen him.Tickets $35 VIP and $27.50 Individual

An evening with Perpetuum Jazzile will be heldTuesday, March 5th at 7:00 p.m. at Paramount Center for the Arts. After seeing their concertsomebody once said: “Perpetuum Jazzile is a vocalgroup in which music is actually the only thing thesingers take seriously.” Well, there is some truth tothat…but there is more. Powerful rhythms, richharmonies, energetic sounds are what they love tomake and give to the audience through (mostly) a cappella songs and renditions. Who needs instru-ments when they have voices? Smiles on people’sfaces are what they strive for.Tickets $22.00

On Friday, May 17th at 8:00 p.m. prolific singer-songwriter Clint Black has long been heralded asone of Country music's brightest stars. His manytalents have taken him even further, as Black hastranscended genres to become one of the most successful artists in all the music industry. To date,Black has written, recorded and released more than100 songs, a benchmark in any artist's career. Anastounding one-third of these songs eligible formajor single release also achieved hit song statusat Country radio, while more than 20 million of hisalbums have been sold worldwide. While it's well-known that Black is an accomplished singer andguitarist, people may be surprised to learn that heis also proficient on drums and harmonica. Tickets: $100 Gold Circle, $52.00 Individual

USAF Rhythm in Blue Jazz Ensemble will perform on Tuesday, March 19th at 7:00 p.m. atParamount Center for the Arts. Rhythm in Bluefeatures the diverse talents of 15 professional musicians whose commitment to excellence hasearned worldwide acclaim and military distinction.The band incorporates a wide repertoire of jazz

and fusion, from big band swing to cutting-edgecontemporary music. Their fabulous vocalist radiates sounds of the great jazz divas and inspireswith patriotic classics. Admission is FREE withticket. Tickets are available in the Box Office.Paramount Center for the Artsparamountcenter@btes.tvwww.theparamountcenter.com(423) 274-8920

Gray, TNAndrew and Abby's Closet Children's ConsignmentSale will be held March 7-9 at the Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray, TN. Hours will be Thursday andFriday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., *1 p.m.-5 p.m, (*1/2 off). Visit www.andrewandabbyscloset.com for more info.

Johnson City, TNOn Saturday, March 23rd from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.an Easter Egg Hunt will be held. There will also begames, refreshments and prizes! We are located at 115Woodlawn Dr., Johnson City, TN 37604. For more information call the Activity Department at: 423-975-0095 ext. 308 or email activities@lakebridgehealth-carecenter.com

Upcoming Events at Atlantis Spiritual Center:Every WednesdayYoga Classes5:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m.Cost is $7 per class.Friday-Sunday, March 1-3Kimberly Crowe offers Soul Reading with life pathhealing and Client ConsultationsMarch 1st 7 p.m-9 p.m. Introduction to the Realm of Spirit Guides $11.00 March 3rd 1 p.m.-5 p.m.Kimberly Crowe presents: Healing and Beyond Class fee $66.00. $11.00 discount if you also come toFriday night = $55.00Please call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space.Friday-Sunday, March 8-10An Evening with the Angelic Host and Ascended Masters, channeled by Brenda Lee Morrison Friday, March 8 from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. $25 Intuitive Readings on Saturday and Sunday45 minute sessions for $105Please call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space.Sunday, March 10: 1 p.m.-5 p.m.Medicinal Herb Class $35Facilitated by Laura PrescottPlease call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space.Saturday & Sunday March 16-17Soul Source Workshop - on Saturday, March 16 from 12 p.m.-5 p.m.Soul Liberation Attunements & Embodied Spirit Journeys- on Sunday, March 17

Facilitated by Forrest GreenPlease call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space.Friday, April 5: 3 p.m.-9 p.m.Intuitive Readings with Happy Medium Jonna Rae$2/minutePlease call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space.Saturday, April 6: 1 p.m.-5 p.m.Reiki 1 Class $75 - Preregistration required.Please call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space.Sunday, April 7: 1 p.m.-4 p.m.Spirit Talk: Break on Through to the Other SideGet answers to your questions for departed loved onesfrom Happy Medium Jonna Rae. She'll also teach youhow to make your own personal connection with familyand friends on the other side during this experiential 3-hour workshop. $30Please call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space.Atlantis Spiritual Center, 240 E. Main St. Johnson City, TN 423-926-8884www.atlantisjohnsoncity.com“Like” us on Facebook!

Mountain States Health Alliance Health Resources Center ClassesHATHA YOGA-QUIET THE MIND, REFRESH THE BODYWednesday, March, 6, 13, 20 & 27, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.Instructor: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, Certified YogaInstructor, RYT-500, AFAADress comfortably to participate and bring a yogamat. $5 fee. *AnnexMOMMY’S MILK CLUB - BREASTFEEDINGGROUPMonday, March 11 & 25, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Facilitator: Ann Perry, RNC, IBCLC, MSHA Get toknow other moms who are breastfeeding and support each other. Focus will be on starting solids(3/11) and teething and biting (3/25). FREE! *AnnexLAUGHTER YOGA Monday, March 11, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.Speaker: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, Certified Yoga Instructor, RYT-500, AFAALaughter is the best medicine for body and mind. Itis more infectious than a sniffle or sneeze. Experience the fun andrelease some stress aslaughter and deep cen-tered breathing are com-bined in this feel goodworkout! FREE! *AnnexEAT THIS, AVOIDTHAT - HEALTHIERFAST FOODTuesday, March 12, 12 p.m - 1 p.m.Speaker: Amanda Guinn,RD, MSHAIt is possible to eat welleven on the run. Simplefood swaps and tips tohelp you cut calories, fat and pounds when you

are eating out. FREE! *AnnexHEALTHY EATING ON A BUDGETMonday, March 18, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m..Speaker: Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, JCMC Joinus to learn smart, practical and budget-friendly tipsthat you can use to maximize your grocery dollarswithout compromising nutrition. FREE! *AnnexBEAT THE TOBACCO HABIT!Monday, March 18, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.Speaker: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, JCMC Now’sthe time to break free from your smoking or chewing habit! Learn tips and get the support youneed to become smoke-free. Free Orientation! 4 week series available. *HRCAll classes are held in the HRC Classroom unlessAnnex Classroom location is specified. The HRC islocated in The Mall at Johnson City by the BelkWomen’s Store on the lower level. Our Annex is located at the back of The Mall, between Belk HomeStore and Belk Women’s Store. Enter directly fromthe parking lot at the green awning. Please callREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED – CALL 1-800-888-5551 • www.msha.com/hrc.

Kingsport, TNIrish Dance Troupe ‘Atlantic Steps’ is coming onFriday, March 15th 2013 to the Tri-Cities! Theywill perform at the Wellmont Regional Center forthe Performing Arts at Northeast State CommunityCollege in Blountville, Tennessee. Address: 2425Tennessee 75, Blountville, TN 37617Opening act: Local band from Southwest Virginia,‘Fire in the Kitchen.’ They specialize in lively Appalachian and Celtic music. This production isbrought to you by a grant from the Tennessee ArtsCommission and your friends at The City ofKingsport Office of Cultural Arts. With great appreciation to Engage Kingsport and the staff atthe Wellmont Regional Center for the PerformingArts. A Master Class with Brian Cunningham,Kieran Jordan and the cast of Atlantic Steps isbeing offered for $10.00 at 4 p.m. the day of theshow. There are only 25 openings for this class.Participants should have some dance experience.To reserve your space call the Office of CulturalArts at (423) 392-8414.

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