Friday, June 3
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents HawkBaby. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, June 4
Bakersfield will be performing at the Covered Bridge Summer Concert Series at 7 p.m.
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Art Lang. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
The Happy Valley High School Class of 1966 will have its 50th class reunion at the Carnegie Hotel in Johnson City. If you have not received a registration form or have questions, call Judy (Reese) Shew at 423-929-0338. If no answer, please leave a message.
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
National Trails Day Hike — Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m. —Join Steve Ricker at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area for a special guided hike of the Sycamore Shoals walking path and adjacent grounds. Discover the significant history and rich heritage of Sycamore Shoals. Walk through the park along the river to where the Overmountain Men made their historic crossing and wander the Muster Grounds where the militia members gathered before their march to Kings Mountain. Dress appropriately for the weather as we will be taking a casual stroll on the walking path and through the grounds. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Visitor’s Center lobby.
26th Annual Native American Festival — 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Park — A two-day celebration of our Native American heritage! Award-winning dancers, storytellers, artists and scholars gather at the circle to share knowledge and demonstrate their skills. Come and discover Native American arts, music and legends, with an emphasis on the Cherokee culture. Admission charge is $5 for adults, $1 for children 12 and under.
Sunday, June 5
The Isaacs Whitehead Family Reunion will be held starting at 12:30 p.m. at Little Doe Freewill Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish to share. For more information, call Joyce at 543-4653 and leave a message.
26th Annual Native American Festival — 11:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Park — A two-day celebration of our Native American heritage! Award-winning dancers, storytellers, artists and scholars gather at the circle to share knowledge and demonstrate their skills. Come and discover Native American arts, music and legends, with an emphasis on the Cherokee culture. Admission charge is $5 for adults, $1 for children 12 and under.
Friday, June 10
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Marshall Ballew. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, June 11
The Lyons Cemetery Decoration Day will be held at 2 p.m. The cemetery is located at 1259 Dry Creek Road, Elizabethton. To request information on the cemetery directory or to make a donation please send to Lyonscemetery@gmail.com. For more information, call Keith Lyons at (423) 725-2284 or Paul Osborne at (423) 957-0272.
Southern Countrymen Band will play at the Buffalo Ruritan at 200 Willowbrook Road, Bluff City, from 7-10 p.m. Admission is $6.
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents The Brotherhood Quartet. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
June Jamboree on the Roan — This annual event hosted by Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is an opportunity to enjoy one of five hikes of varying levels of difficulty on Roan Mountain. For more information visit southernappalachian.wordpress.com or call 828-253-0095.
18th Century Eastern Cherokee Style Trade Necklace — From 10 a.m. until noon at Sycamore Shoals State Park. Instructor: Gary Stevens. Cost: $25 includes materials. In this class you will make an early trade necklace using authentic 150 to 200 year old beads. You will also add bone spacers, and/or coyote or buffalo teeth.
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
Sunday, June 12
The E.E. and Dolly Gouge Morton Family Reunion will be held at the Campground Shed at Roan Mountain State Park. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. All family members and friends are invited. For more information, call Geraldean Grindstaff at 543-2144.
Saturday, June 18
Rocky Top Gun Permit School will hold a state certified handgun carry permit school beginning at 8 a.m. The class will be held at 135 Keenburg Road in Elizabethton. Ken Potter, State Certified Instructor, will be teaching the class. To enroll call 341-1709 or 543-6048 or you can email Ken at kpotter641@yahoo.com to learn more about the program.
Monday, June 20
Alzheimers Tennessee Caregiver Support Group will meet at noon at Sycamore Springs Senior Living Center at 1504 W. Elk Ave. for caregivers of friends or relatives suffering from Alzheimers or another form of dementia. Attending the support group can help people to feel less isolated and to make connections with others facing similar challenges. For more information, contact Regional Director Tracey Kendall at 423-330-4532.
Friday, June 24
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Sound Traveler. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, June 25
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Trail Blazer Cloggers. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
Friday, July 1
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents The Roan Crows. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Sunday, July 3
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Mister Mystery. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Friday, July 8
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents T.V. Barnett and his Roan Mountain Moonshiners. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, July 9
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents The Corklickers. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, July 16
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Bandwagon Fallacy. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Monday, July 18
Alzheimers Tennessee Caregiver Support Group will meet at noon at Sycamore Springs Senior Living Center at 1504 W. Elk Ave. for caregivers of friends or relatives suffering from Alzheimers or another form of dementia. Attending the support group can help people to feel less isolated and to make connections with others facing similar challenges. For more information, contact Regional Director Tracey Kendall at 423-330-4532.
Friday, July 29
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents The Fiddlin’ Carson Peters Band. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, July 30
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Thistle Dew. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
Friday, August 5
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents The Blairs. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, August 6
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Shawna Cyphers and Friends. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
Friday, August 12
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Tommy Shortt. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, August 13
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Marshall Ballew. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
Monday, Aug. 15
Alzheimers Tennessee Caregiver Support Group will meet at noon at Sycamore Springs Senior Living Center at 1504 W. Elk Ave. for caregivers of friends or relatives suffering from Alzheimers or another form of dementia. Attending the support group can help people to feel less isolated and to make connections with others facing similar challenges. For more information, contact Regional Director Tracey Kendall at 423-330-4532.
Friday, August 19
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Thistle Dew. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, August 20
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents The Trail Blazer Cloggers. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
Friday, August 26
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents The Roan Crows. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Saturday, August 27
The Summer Concert Series at Roan Mountain State Park presents Bandwagon Fallacy. All performances will be from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Park Amphitheater. In the event of bad weather, the concerts and other performances will be relocated from the amphitheater to Picnic Shelter 3, which is located next to the park campground.
Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps — The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!
Monday, Sep. 19
Alzheimers Tennessee Caregiver Support Group will meet at noon at Sycamore Springs Senior Living Center at 1504 W. Elk Ave. for caregivers of friends or relatives suffering from Alzheimers or another form of dementia. Attending the support group can help people to feel less isolated and to make connections with others facing similar challenges. For more information, contact Regional Director Tracey Kendall at 423-330-4532.