Downtown Bristol Blog

FREE Business Basics Workshop at the BPL

February 07, 2012
The Bristol Public Library and People Inc. will be co-sponsoring a FREE Business Basics Workshop on Tuesday, February 7th from 9:30am-12:30pm in the J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room at the Bristol Public Library. Find out if you’re ready to start a business, the steps for starting a business, marketing and customer service advice and the resources available to be successful. They will walk you through every aspect of getting started. The Business Basics Workshop is free, but advanced registration is required. To register, please go to www.peopleinc.eventbrite.com. The workshop will be held in the J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room at the Bristol Public Library, 701 Goode Street, Bristol, Virginia 24201. For questions about this workshop, please contact Cindy Green, of People Inc., at (276) 274-2181.
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AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' at The Paramount

February 04, 2012
Saturday, February 4th at 7:30pm — Tickets $30 Adult, $26 Seniors, $22 Groups of 8 or more. Ain’t Misbehavin’ is an extraordinary musical because it encompasses 30 show-stopping musical numbers that take you on a journey not only through the Fats Waller song book but through Harlem in its heyday. With snazzy period costumes, complete with bowlers and spats and ermine and pearls, the dynamic five member cast and a six piece band turn the theatre into a rollicking rent party. Ain’t Misbehavin’ is a night of entertainment that audiences young and old will never forget.
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AUCTION SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH • 10:00AM

February 04, 2012
THE SUSONG BUILDING — This building is located on one of the most visible corner lots in downtown Bristol. Very rarely will you have a chance too buy a piece of history in one of the fastest growing downtowns on the east coast. This building has approx. 9600 sq. feet of space on 3 floors with lots of great windows that supply a beautiful view of downtown.
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Downtown Bristol to Kickoff More Revitalization Efforts

February 03, 2012
Bristol, VA/TN – A kickoff and sign unveiling event celebrating Bristol’s new designation as an official Virginia Main Street (VMS) community was held Friday afternoon at the corner of Cumberland and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
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Valentine Silver Jewelry Workshop at One of a Kind Gallery

February 02, 2012
Make solid silver jewelry pieces using Precious Metal Clay. Make your sweetie a very personal, solid silver Valentine! Class is $45 plus the cost of your silver. Dates: Feb. 2, & Feb. 9 Time: 6:00P.M.-8:00P.M. Cost: $45.00 (plus cost of your silver*)
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The Beaver Creek Storytellers with Becky Wise at 606 State Street Gallery

February 02, 2012
Join the Beaver Creek Storytellers and Becky Wise of the Java J Jammers at 606 State Street Gallery on February 2 from 7 pm tp 9 pm. Admission is $5, and refreshments will be served at intermission. The Beaver Creek Storytellers of Bristol, Virginia-Tennessee is a non-profit association of storytelling enthusiasts who gather to support the Art of Story.They formed in 1997 when ten storytellers gathered at one member’s office to hone our techniques and performance skills. BCS is dedicated to assisting storytellers in developing their craft, promoting their performances, building a larger audience for story, and providing a community service. Stop by the 606 State Street Gallery in Bristol, Tennessee, on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. and enjoy the storytelling with us. Our performing guests include storytellers, musicians, singers, and poets.

Valentine's Day at The Bistro

February 01, 2012
It's not too soon to make your reservations! Show your loved one how much you care this Valentine's Day. Bring them to the Bistro on February 14th for our fantastic Valentine' Day Dinner! We are certain that you will see we are offering the best selection and value for one of the finest meals in the area. Call 423-989-3663 or email for reservations now, as we have limited seating and tend to fill up fast.
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Beth Holloway set as first speaker for Discovery Series

February 01, 2012
Keeping with current events, the Bristol Public Library would like to announce the first speaker of the 2012 Discovery Series, Beth Holloway, mother of Natalee Holloway. The event will be held on Thursday, March 22nd at 7 p.m. Holloway talks about hope, courage in sheer adversity, and travel safety. The purchase of a $50 ticket will support Library programs and will provide the ticketholder with access to the Private Meet & Greet at 6p.m., reserved seating to the public presentation at 7p.m., and a complimentary copy of Beth Holloway’s book Loving Natalee. All other seats are free general admission. Tickets and seating are limited. For questions about this Discovery Series event or any other library programs, call 276.821.6148 or email marketing@bristol-library.org.
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B MINE TOTE @ SHOOZIES

February 01, 2012
JAN 27th — FEB 12th 2012 at SHOOZIES — The B MINE TOTE is so adorable and will make a great Valentines Gift! Spend $100 with any Brighton products and recieve this tote FREE!Shoozies is located at 527 State Street, Bristol, VAor call 276-644-3275 for information.

M & M Bookkeeping & Tax Services

January 25, 2012
Call M & M Bookkeeping and Tax Service for no wait Income Tax Preparation! That's right you can drop off your tax information and they will have everything completed within 24 hours! $59 includes both Federal & State Preparation and Electronic Filing! Call or drop in 423-573-8455 or 423-366-3478, 12 6th Street, Bristol TN and let Mark help you today.

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Upcoming Events

King College Students' Photography at Bristol Public Library

January 03 - February 29, 2012

Judy O'Hara and Ken Simmelink: 606 State Street Gallery Featured Artists

February 01 - 28, 2012

Gerald Sheppard to perform at 620 State

February 06, 2012

Open Mic for Original Music at 620 State

February 07, 2012

Book Signing with Lisa Hall, author of "Cutie Pies Chronicles"

February 07, 2012

JP Parsons to perform at 620 State

February 08, 2012

Wine Down Wednesday at KP Duty

February 08, 2012

a peace of me workshop at blwofish emporium

February 08, 2012

Couple's Night at blowfish emporium

February 09, 2012

620 Blues Band to perform at 620 State

February 09, 2012

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