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Bluegrass Circle and Gospel Grass at the Pickin' Porch at the Foundation Event Facility
May 27, 2013Come to the Pickin' Porch on Monday, May 27 at 7pm and enjoyBluegrass Circle and Gospel Grass. The Pickin' Porch Show is a weekly two hour Bluegrass and Old-Time music show hosted by "Your Bluegrass Buddy" Tim White.These wonderful performances feature the very best singers, musicians and groups to be found anywhere, and most of them hail from right here in the Birthplace of Country Music region! The mission of the Pickin' Porch is to honor the region's deep musical roots and to promote Bluegrass and Old-Time music here and around the world.We invite you to join us every Monday night at 7:00 PM. All Pickin' Porch shows are performed live at Foundation Event Facility, 620 State Street in Bristol, Tennessee. Admission is free, but an optional donation of $4 per person is greatly appreciated.
Bristol Public Library Closed for Memorial Day
May 26, 2013The Bristol Public Library will be closed on Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. Regular hours resume on Tuesday, May 28.
Zumba Classes at Bristol Ballet
May 25, 2013Get energized and come out for the fun Zumba classes on Saturday mornings from 8:30-9:30 at Bristol Ballet! Classes are $3 per class and they are running a promotion through June: 5 classes for $10 if you purchase a punch card. For more information, contact Bristol Ballet on 276-669-6051.
CHANGE TO EVENT!!! Denny as Kenny Full Moon Jam Tribute Concert Moved to the Paramount Due to Weather!
May 23, 2013Full Moon Jam is held every Tuesday and Thursday, May through September, from 7pm at the Downtown Center, 810 State Street. This year there will be over 30 bands at no charge — from country and Southern rock to bluegrass and nostalgic music!
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Seafood and Wine Specials at KP Duty
May 22, 2013Your friends at KP Duty noticed how their seafood Friday nights have been a big hit with you! And so they have decided to extend those specials for a while longer! Come to KP every Friday night this month for 75 Cent Oysters, 50 Cent Shrimp, $2 Drafts, and $5 Martinis! They also have a special Wednesday promotion: 1/2 off selected wines!
Who Art You? Summer Art Camp Registration Now Open and Places Are Filling Up Fast!
May 22, 2013Find Yourself at Art Camp in Historic Downtown Bristol! By joining our Who Art You? camp, your child can leave their mark on the Bristol arts! This camp focuses on 15 downtown arts and entertainment activities hosted by our local arts-related businesses — activities include painting, pottery, graphic arts, creative movement, music, storytelling, karate, culinary arts, and much, much more. There are two week-long summer sessions, with the camp running daily from 9a.m. to 3p.m. Session 1 is scheduled for June 24-28 and Session 2 for July 22-26; the cost is $250 per child and $25 off for 2+ children. For registration details, contact Rene Rodgers at 276-644-9700 or rrodgers@believeinbristol.org.
Bring a Date or a Friend! BVU Screening 2012's "Pitch Perfect" in Cumberland Square Park as Part of State of the Arts Weekend
May 22, 2013As part of the State of the Arts Weekend, BVU will be screening 2012's "Pitch Perfect" in Cumberland Square Park on Saturday, June 15. So help us celebrate the arts by bringing your blanket or a chair, a picnic and a friend, and enjoy a good movie on a warm summer's night! The movie will begin at dark in the park! For more information about this and other State of the Arts events, contact Believe in Bristol on 276-644-9700 or check out bristolarts.org or believeinbristol.org.
State Street Farmers' Market open for the summer!
May 13, 2013It is market time in Tennessee! The farmers' trucks are packed and ready to head to the State Street Farmers Market for the spring opening. The market opened on Saturday, May 4 in Historic Downtown Bristol at 810 State Street. Since 1999 the market has been hosted in the Downtown Center where there is the availability of hot coffee and fresh-baked morning biscuits, along with restroom facilities and entertainment most mornings. Check out the market webpage at www.statestreetfarmersmarket.org and see what is going on at the market throughout the year. The State Street Farmer’s Market opens at 8:00 AM and goes to 12 Noon each Saturday through October. For information on vending at the market contact Terry Napier at 423-764-0423 or at tnapier@bristoltn.org.
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Annual Police Memorial at Cumberland Square Park
May 13, 2013On Wednesday, May 15 from 11:30 to 12:30, Bristol FOP Lodge # 28 will hold the Annual Police Memorial event at the Veteran's Park in Cumberland Square Park. The organizers reach out to law enforcement departments as far north as Bland County, VA and as far south as Greene County, TN — last year's event saw the attendance of over 150 law enforcement officials. Everybody is welcome!
An Intimate Evening with Clint Black at the Paramount Center for the Arts
May 13, 2013CLINT BLACK is coming to the Paramount on Friday, May 17th at 8:00pm! Prolific singer-songwriter Clint Black has long been heralded as one of country music’s brightest stars. His many talents have taken him even further, as Black has transcended genres to become one of the most successful artists in all the music industry. To date, Black has written, recorded and released more than 100 songs, a benchmark in any artist’s career. An astounding one-third of these songs eligible for major single release also achieved hit song status at country radio, while more than 20 million of his albums have been sold worldwide. While it’s well-known that Black is an accomplished singer and guitarist, people may be surprised to learn that he is also proficient on drums and harmonica. He will be joined by special guest Mallory Hope. Tickets are now on sale. There will be a limited number of Gold Circle tickets available for $100 each; all other tickets are $52.00. Join us for this exciting event! To purchase tickets, please call our Box Office at (423) 274-8920 or go online to www.etix.com.
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Upcoming Events
Bristol Rhythm & Roots Weekend Passes on Sale for $45
January 01 - May 31, 2013Bristol Public Library's Virgie R. Fleenor Art Gallery to Feature Artist Nick Freeman in Exhibit in May and June
May 01 - June 30, 2013Inari Wine Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Specials and Events Throughout May!
May 01 - 31, 2013Featured Artists for May at 606 State Street Gallery: Josh Shaffer and Fred Martin
May 01 - 31, 2013R.A.D. (Rape Agression Defense) Course at YWCA
May 14 - June 04, 2013Hundred Acres at O'Mainnin's
May 25, 2013Wine tasting at Inari Wines
May 25, 2013Bristol Public Library closed for Memorial Day
May 26 - 27, 2013Bluegrass Circle and Gospel Grass at the Pickin' Porch at the Foundation Event Facility
May 27, 2013606 State Street Jammers at the 606 State Street Gallery
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