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The Knoxville Girl

ast Tennessee PBS’ celebration of Over 100 Years of Country Music highlights some of the little known stories of the people, places, and events from East Tennessee that shape the early days of country music. This month we look at the murder ballad “The Knoxville Girl.”

Long before people complained about violence on TV and video games, stories of murder and killings were passed along in the form of folk music. These songs were called murder ballads, and they were as gruesome and popular then as horror movies are today. One such grim tune with local roots is “The Knoxville Girl.”

The earliest recording was in 1924 by Riley Puckett and Gid Tanner and was one of the famous Louvin Brothers biggest hits in 1956. More recently recorded by The Lemonheads and Elvis Costello.

This favorite Appalachian murder ballad has a long, disputed, tangled international family tree. What is not disputed is that the poem and folk song originated in an English Mill Town in the 1600s. The song has many variations including, “The Bloody Murder,” “Wexford Murder,“ “Wexford Girl.” The theme and

construction of this murder ballad carried across the Atlantic to the Appalachian mountains in the 1700s where the mountain fiddlers gave it new life in a scruffy new city. It wasn’t unusual for Irish, Welch, and English ballads to be Americanized.

These adaptations provided an important foundation for some of the earliest recordings of popular music here in the mountain south.

“The Knoxville Girl” is about a man who spots a woman he is interested in and takes her to a remote location to begin courting her. The courting goes bad, and he beats her with a stick until she is dead then throws her into the river. He is later ravaged with guilt and eventually landed in jail to spend the rest of his days.

Considering this song has many variants dating back to the 1700s, it seems that love gone wrong is a bit more common then we might think.

The Knoxville Girl I met a liitle girl in Knoxville, a town we all know well And every Sunday evening, out in her home, I’d dwell We went to take an evening walk about a mile from town I picked a stick up off the ground and knocked that fair girl down She fell down on her bended knees, for mercy she did cry “Oh Willy dear, don’t kill me here, I’m unprepared to die” She never spoke another word, I only beat her more Until the ground around me within her blood did flow I took her by her golden curls and I drug her round and around Throwing her into the river that flows through Knoxville town Go down, go down, you Knoxville girl with the dark and rolling eyes Go down, go down, you Knoxville girl, you can never be my bride I started back to Knoxville, got there about midnight My mother, she was worried and woke up in a fright Saying “dear son, what have you done to bloody your clothes so?”

I told my anxious mother I was bleeding at my nose I called for me a candle to light myself to bed I called for me a handkerchief to bind my aching head Rolled and tumbled the whole night through, as troubles was for me Like flames of hell around my bed and in my eyes could see They carried me down to Knoxville and put me in a cell My friends all tried to get me out but none could go my bail I’m here to waste my life away down in this dirty old jail Because I murdered that Knoxville girl, the girl I loved so well Knoxville Girl lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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The Happy Gardener Coreopsis – Saye Chappel Salvia High Butterfly Pollinator!

It is a “Annual” not a “Perennial” Celebrate Red-White-Blue color choices Grows May – December Heavy Bloomer Loves heat of the summer!

I hope this bit of information makes you a, “Happy Gardener”!

See you next month & Come Visit Stanley’s Greenhouse 3029 Davenport Rd KNOXVILLE, TN 37920 865-573-9591

Bookworm Books & Antiques

Used Books • Rare Books • Out Of Print Vintage Magazines & More!

Located Downtown: 431 E. Elk Ave, Elizabethton, TN Open 7 Days A Week 423-268-4841

Adult admission to the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games is $15 Thursday, $20 Friday, $30 Saturday and $15 Sunday. Tickets cover all activities in the meadows, which last from early morning to midnight Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $5 each day for children ages 5-12, and children younger than 5 enter free.

Tickets for Thursday night’s opening ceremonies are $15 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. Tickets for the Celtic rock concert only (no Friday Games activities) are $15 for adults or $5 for children (ages 5-12). The Saturday night concert is also $15 for adults and $5 for children (ages 5-12). This does not include admission to the Saturday Games activities.

Four-day passes are also available by calling (828) 733-1333. Adult passes are $75 (including shuttle), and children’s passes are $30 (also including shuttle).

Parking is available at the Games on Thursday and Friday on a first come, first served basis, with overflow parking at shuttle lots in Linville Friday only (no shuttle buses run on Thursday). Public parking is not available at the Games on Saturday and Sunday.

Shuttle service is provided for a fee between MacRae Meadows and satellite parking areas in Linville, Newland and Boone. Shuttle fees vary depending on the distance between the lots and MacRae Meadows, costing $5 for Linville and Newland and $10 for Boone.

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soups, sandwiches and salads. And there’s a daily hot lunch special that’s proven to please.

Guests who are gluten free or have other dietary requirements will find many options to fill the bill. The Seasonal Specials will introduce you to some new trends and other healthy options.

Dinner is served Tuesday through Saturday evenings and Monday’s in early May. Our Dinner menu changes daily, but always includes great beef, seafood, and chicken entrées. The favorites are Grilled Scottish Salmon, Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Piccata, Veal Marsala, and Sirloin, Ribeye or Tenderloin Steak grilled to perfection. We have “Five star food at Three Star Prices”! You Must Come!

For more information about the Games, visit www. gmhg.org, or call (828) 733-1333. For lodging and travel information, contact the High Country Host visitor center at (800) 438-7500 or highcountryhost.com.

• Do not leave a pet inside a parked car • Do not exercise your pet in hot weather • Do not muzzle a pet under a hair dryer • Do not house a pet on concrete or asphalt • Do not house a pet without shade or water

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As Spring comes to the mountains, many folks are heading to the High Country for a visit. Kaye’s Kitchen, opened in 2014 in Newland, NC, has become known as the place “Where Good Friends and Great Food Meet”.

“Our State” Magazine picked us as one of the best places to go for breakfast served all day until 2:00. We have a Saturday AllYou-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet featuring eggs, omelets, tender, fluffy pancakes and French toast, biscuits and gravy, your favorite breakfast meats, fresh fruit and much more. On Sunday we add a luncheon table to make it a memorable choice for Brunch.

For lunch we offer our homemade

FEATURE STORY – Sexton Farms................................................................................... 5 MILITARY – VETERANS – The Declaration of Independence by Owen Haddock..... 20 TRAVEL & EDUCATIONAL Who Doesn’t Love Bats? – Blue Ridge Nature Conservancy.............................................2 The Return of Cutthroat Trout in W Yellowstone Montana..............................................10 EVENTS Tennessee Harry Potter’s Birthday – Duck Crossing......................................................................... 9 Lyrics on the Lawn........................................................................................................... 9 Sequoyah Museum – Island Festival............................................................................. 24 4th Annual Stanley’s Greenhouse & Farms Butterfly Festival...................................... 18 North Carolina Ashe County Arts Council – Gallery Crawl..................................................................... 6 14th Carolina Mountain Literary Festival...................................................................... 15 64th Grandfather Highland Games Festival................................................................... 4 63rd Mt. Mitchell Craft Fair........................................................................................... 11 Old Timey Festival......................................................................................................... 13 60th N.C. Mineral & Gem Festival................................................................................ 16 Man on the Moon Anniversary - Monkey Business..................................................... 12 50th Smoky Mountain Folk Festival.............................................................................. 23 14th Village Art & Craft Fair.......................................................................................... 22 8th Annual W. Jefferson Antiques & Collectibles Fair................................................... 6

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Ashe County Corn Maze & Pumpkin Festival

Ashe County Corn Maze & Pumpkin Festival

The Ashe County Corn Maze has quickly become a family tradition. It is a perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy. The corn maze itself is around 5 acres, and can take as little as 30 minutes and up to an hour or so. Go at your own pace and take in the beautiful natural surrounds of the Ashe County scenery. The Ashe County Corn Maze is your family's fall tradition waiting to happen. Join us from September 28th through October 28th, every Friday through Sunday. When trying to experience the beautiful natural surroundings, while also having lots of activities for the whole family, then look no further than the Ashe County Corn Maze.

Open Every Weekend thru October 31st FRIDAY 3-9PM SATURDAY 10AM-9PM SUNDAY 1-7PM

U-Pick Pumpkins • Inflatables Knocker Ball • FREE Hay Rides NEW Paintball Trailer Live Music • Food www.AsheCountyCornMaze.com • For information call: (800) 238-8733

2152 Beaver Creek School Rd, West Jefferson, NC • Just 5 minutes from Downtown WJ

HOURS Fri: 3pm to Dusk Sat: 10am to Dusk Sun: 12pm to Dusk

PRICES $10 Child / Adult Children Under 3 are FREE $20 All Activity Pass

2152 Beaver Creek School Rd. West Jefferson, NC 28694 1-800-238-8733 http://www.ashecountycornmaze.com

Frosty’s is a family owned Choose and Cut Christmas tree farm, specializing in Fraser Firs since 1960. We strive to create lasting holiday memories and grow the perfect Christmas tree for you and your family.

Opening Day - November 23

Come Give Us A Visit!

2152 Beaver Creek School Rd. West Jefferson, NC 28694 Call 800-238-8733

Hours: Friday 3:00 to Dusk Saturday 9:00 to Dusk Sunday 12:00 to Dusk

Visits from Santa - See website for schedule.

Open all day Black Friday.

Live music - see website for lineup.

Frosty’s - Visit Santa’s Attic for gifts.

‘Make Frosty’s you Family Tradition’ Keepsake Ornaments • Hayride • S’mores Around the Bonfire

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WEST JEFFERSON, NC

A fun, family-friendly Escape Room Adventure in West Jefferson, NC. You have one hour to Escape!

Call 336-846-2410 for more info.

In the uniquely decorated gift shop you can buy a selection of locally handmade goods such as artwork, jewlry, herbal bath and aromatherapy products, salves, beard oils, perfume, incense, spiritual gifts, crystals, oddities, used books, funky clothing and more!

You can also be assisted in creating your own custom perfume oil!

Also Hosting a Walking Ghost Tour of Downtown West Jefferson Location: 103 N Jefferson Avenue Visit GreatSouthernGothic.com • Find Us On Facebook & Instagram

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All seating reserved.

Tickets are available at the door, online at www.ashecountylittletheatre.org, at the Ashe Arts Center, or by phone using a credit card.

Call 336.846.2787 962 Mt. Jefferson Road West Jefferson, NC 28694

DAMASCUS, VA Blue Ridge Conservancy Bats The Original Shuttle Service • Family Friendly

Explore the Virginia Creeper Trail on Wheels

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Blue Ridge Conservancy to screen documentary and discuss their efforts to save the endangered bats of Grandfather Mtn. Where: Blowing Rock Art and History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC 28604 When: Thursday, July 18, 11 a.m.

Cost: Free for Museum Members, $5 for non-members Contact: Willard Watson, programs director, 828-295-9099 ext. 3006

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Who doesn’t love bats? Well a lot of people, but these flying critters are critical to the ecosystem by pollinating plants and controlling flying insect populations through predation. The High Country is an incredibly diverse ecosystem, home to the most salamander species of anywhere on the planet, but did you know it is also home to an endangered bat species?

The Virginia big-eared bat is only found in unique areas across the southern Appalachian Mountains. Grandfather Mountain is one of those rare locations with a population of Virginia big-eared bats, and development was set to directly impact that population of bats.

The Blue Ridge Conservancy and our local, state and federal partners worked to permanently protect the habitat of the endangered Virginia Big-Eared Bat in the Grandfather Mountain corridor through raising $1 million dollars and purchasing 174 acres of land to protect Virginia big-eared bat roosting habitat. To celebrate this amazing conservation success, Appalachian State University’s Documentary Film Services produced a short film to tell the story.

Blue Ridge Conservancy Communications and Outreach Associate, Nikki Robinson was a co-producer for this documentary about the Virginia big-eared bat and will take us through their process of tracking bats, identifying roosting sites, and protecting the land.

Scholars & Scones is a monthly educational program which invites patrons to spend a morning sipping coffee, eating locally-baked goodies, and learning about the latest research, writing, and creativity taking place in our region. There are complimentary breakfast goods from Backstreet Bakery and fresh cups of Hatchet Coffee Co. Dangerfield Blend will be served. Free for museum members, $5 for non-members.

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GREENEVILLE, kingsport, TN Lyrics on the Lawn Returns to Downtown Greeneville, This July

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he front lawn of the Dickson-Williams Mansion at 108 North Irish Street will be alive with music this July 11, 18 and 25. Free concerts will take place every Thursday evening, rain or shine. This year’s lineup features Flyin’ J’s, The Billy Crawford Band, Beth Snapp, Brandon Rohr, Avant Farm and Mic Harrison and the High Score. The Fourth of July performances will take place at the “America Downtown” site off North Main Street near the Greene County Library and Walters State Community College.

For complete details visit www.mainstreetgreeneville.org or contact Executive Director, Jann Mirkov at 423-639-7102. In case of rain, the concerts will be moved inside to the Capitol Theatre on South Main Street.

For Tickets or More Information please call 423-392-8427 or visit www.kingsporttheatre.org

Greeneville’s Historic Tours Return April 1 Greeneville, Tennessee: Tennessee’s second oldest town is brought to life as you stroll down the same streets that Andrew Johnson did when he returned from the White House in 1869.

The 90-minute ’A Walk with the President’ tour, available through Main Street Greeneville Tours, will take you back in time. Experience the architectural treasures of our historic churches and homes while walking the same streets as notable American heroes. A stop at Old Harmony Cemetery will bring alive such stories as the great cholera epidemic of 1873. Great photo opportunities are available during the stop at

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Tennessee’s oldest Goal (jail).

Now in its fourteenth year the walking tour along with its sister tour of the Dickson-Williams Mansion, offered daily at 1:00 pm, is conducted by professional guides ready to share their knowledge of this historic community.

Tickets may be purchased at the General Morgan Inn where tours begin daily Monday through Saturday, April through October, at 9:30 AM. For groups over twelve people please call Main Street Tours at 423-787-0500 a minimum of twenty-four hours in advance to arrange your tour.

ELIZABETHTON, TN Come on by and get inspired!

Where do the cool cats go to get their cool tee shirt collection made into a cool tee shirt quilt?? They go to Fletcher’s Homemade! Tee shirt quilts are a practical art form and I work with your collection, your tastes and your style to create something that reflects YOU. Get those old shirts out of the back of the closet and let them tell your story.

Quality quilting cotton fabrics including batiks and

Northcott Toscana fabrics.

Patterns, and notions.

Located in Historic Downtown Elizabethton Featuring locally made products, perfect for practical at 510 E Elk Ave, Elizabethton, TN 37643 gift giving: natural soaps, jewelry, adorable doll clothes, 206-979-7811 pillows, ceramic buttons and clever embroidered dish towels.

Unique ornaments and vintage broaches.

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Monday – Friday 11am-5:30pm CLOSED SATURDAY & SUNDAY

from Fletcher’s Homemade, because homemade is just better!

Long arm quilt service available. Make your new or vintage quilt top into a beautiful heirloom. I also make tee shirt quilts and memory quilts. Email for more information on upcoming sewing classes: quilting, garment construction and crafty.

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W Yellowstone, Mt | Erwin, TN | Hot springs, nc Travel Recommendation - Montana

The Return of Cutthroat Trout to Yellowstone Lake!

by Josh Metten, Lead Guide

jan Bowden Artist, co-owner of Union St Gallery LLC 100 Union St., Erwin, TN 37650 ph (740) 398-0855 Chance favors the prepared mind, and opportunity favors the bold. —Louie Pasteur

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ook in many of the tributaries of Yellowstone Lake today and you might catch the flash of a spawning cutthroat trout. It's a scene that just a few years ago had nearly vanished. In the 1990's, non-native lake trout appeared in Yellowstone Lake, and these predatory fish quickly caused a collapse in the cutthroat population. The decline of these fish which would have a cascading effect far beyond the lake.

Unlike cutthroat trout, lake trout spawn in deep water, which keeps them largely out of reach of the 4 mammal and 16 bird species which prey upon cutthroat trout. The spring spawn, happening now was historically a boon for grizzly and black bears, who fished 93% of spawning streams around Yellowstone Lake.

That number declined to zero by 2008. The bears moved on to elk calves, likely impacting a population of elk which migrates far outside of the park each year.

Osprey nests along the lake shore declined from 60 to fewer than 5.

Recent efforts to control lake trout populations may be paying off however.

Cutthroat trout are returning to spawning streams, and along with them the bears.

Yellowstone Lake and it's tributaries represent some of the most pristine waters left on earth, and if lake trout suppression efforts continue, cutthroat trout may also have a future.

Join Jackson Hole EcoTour Adventures to experience first hand and dive deep into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. We will explore the wildlife, incredible vistas and off the beaten path locations while sharing our local experiences and knowledge. https://www.jhecotouradventures.com 307-690-9533.

Wed. – Sat. 10-5 Our gallery carries our work, fused glass & metal sculptures. We also offer classes.

First Friday of the month with a guest artist & classes listed on our FB page, Union St Gallery LLC.

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Gather on Town Square for Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair, Aug. 2-3

he first Friday and Saturday in August, craft lovers come together on Burnsville’s grassy Town Square for the annual Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair.

Now in its 63rd year, the crafts fair has become a signature event of this small mountain town.

Over 200 artists and crafters set up for the event. The fair evolved out of a local tradition for crafters to come to Town Square and sell their wares before the end of the summer season. The event is now one of the largest and longest running crafts fairs in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

“The quality and variety of the work really set the crafts fair apart,” says Ginger Johnson, executive director of the Yancey County Chamber of Commerce, which organizes the event. “Artists come from all over the Southeast.” The nearby Penland School of Craft draws people from all over the world as well.

The fair is from 9-5 Friday and Saturday. For info visit www.YanceyChamber. com or call (828) 682-7413.

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BURNSVILLE, NC

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• The Original NC “Home” T-Shirts • Burnsville Souvenirs • Life is Good Apparel • Mountain Mamas Fashions • Simply Southern Apparel

• Games, Puzzles, & Crafts • Children’s Books • Breyer Horses • Calico Critters • TY Plush • Outdoor Toys

Downtown Burnsville • 828-628-9101 Now OPEN 7–Days a Week! Open Sundays 11-4

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his summer marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission to the moon. And to celebrate, Monkey Business Toy Shop in Burnsville, NC is hosting a “Man on the Moon” party in July 20th from 12 -2. The toy store has been buzzing with excitement about the historic anniversary and has devoted their showcase window to commemorate the event. They have replicated the moments of the first man on the moon, Neil Armstrong, with his planting the American flag and you can even catch a glimpse of the first footprint on the moon.

A very interesting connection for the small mountain town of Burnsville to Apollo 11 is the fact that the fabric used to make the American flag that was planted on the surface of the moon was made by the local Glen Raven facility.

The “Man on the Moon” party will be a fun experience for the entire family. They will be serving Moon Pies and Tang (the drink made famous by astronauts!). There will be activities for the kids along with selfguided tours on the “Moon”. And the kids will also get treat bags filled with goodies to commemorate the event (while supplies last).

The staff of Bare Dark Sky Observatory will also be on hand to share some wonders about our solar system. The observatory is located at the Mayland Earth to Sky Park in Burnsville and features the largest public use telescope named the “Sam Scope”. For more information on the observatory visit Monkey Business Toy Shop invites everyone to come out and enjoy the event in downtown Burnsville with them. The store is located one block west of the historic town square and is open Monday-Saturdays 9-6 and Sundays 11-4. For more information, please call 828-682-9101.

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112 W. Main Street Burnsville, NC 28714 828-536-5180 SPRING HOURS: Mon - Thursday 11-7 Friday & Saturday 11-8 OPEN SUNDAYS 12-6

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• 1/3-pound 100% ANGUS beef hotdogs with over 40 toppings.

• Veggie Dogs and Veggie Chili with Gluten free buns also available.

• Schedule your Birthday Parties and other gatherings here with game room and great eats!!!

"Parkway Playhouse is celebrating it's 73rd Season with a very exciting lineup of shows! Our 2019 Mainstage Season will include the bluegrass musical "Along About Sundown", the heartwarming comedy The Dixie Swim Club", the Tony Award winning musical "A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder", the beloved 2017 musical "Amelie", the Tony Award winning dark comedy "The Humans", and the Appalachian classic "Dark of the Moon". Please visit parkwayplayhouse. com for more information regarding our vast array of performances and events."

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56 Stardust Rd. Burnsville, NC 28714 828-682-8043 Summer Hours: Tues- Fri 10-5 and Sat 10-2

´ shop nestled in Yancey County. We feature farmhouse ´ decor, American made Barn Charm is a home decor furniture, and vintage reproductions. Our stylish´ decor is sure to compliment any room in your home, while creating a warm authentic feel. We have combinations of old and new, rustic to modern, farmhouse furniture, and shabby to chic. Come see us for charming finds .and smiling faces.

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BURNSVILLE, NC Just in time for Summer!

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(828) 682-1186 7 Town Square • Burnsville, NC 28714 Hours of Operation: M - F 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturdays 10 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Closed on Sundays

he Crazy Daisy Thrift Boutique helps support the programs of the Family Violence Coalition of Yancey County, Inc., so every time you donate clothing or household items to the store or make a purchase you are helping the FVC’s domestic violence and sexual assault programs. The FVC is a private, non-profit that has served victims of both domestic violence and rape/ sexual assault in Yancey County, N.C. since 1995. In addition to an emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence

and/or sexual assault and their children, the FVC also provides a 24/7 crisis line, medical and legal advocacy, peer counseling, crisis intervention, referrals and information, multiple support groups, limited transportation and financial assistance, as well as outreach education/awareness. Stopping violence in our communities start with all of us.

The 24-hour crisis line for the FVC is (828) 682-0056.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 602, Burnsville, N.C. 28714.

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burnsville, micaville, nc The 14th Annual Carolina Mountains Literary Festival

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he 14th Annual Carolina Mountains Literary Festival brings dozens of authors to Burnsville, NC September 5-7. The 2019 theme is On The Move-stories of migration, immigration and travel.

The Festival begins on Thursday night with a free performance: Red Herring Productions’ multi-media presentation, “My Grandfather’s Prayers”, the story of the director’s grandfather and cantor who fled pogroms in Russia and the Hungarian White Terror to make his way to the United States.

For adults and mature teens.

On Friday and Saturday, authors in fiction, poetry, memoir, non-fiction and young adult literature give free readings.

Friday night’s banquet will feature Andrew Lawler, author of The Secret Token- Myth, Obsession and Search for the Lost Colony of Roanoke. $35 BYOB. The Saturday night Keynote will be Charles Frazier, author of 4 novels including Cold Mountain and Varina. $25.

Most events are FREE. The banquet ($35 BYOB), Saturday night Keynote ($25) and four 3-hour writing workshops ($35) require pre-registration.

Sessions in venues around the Burnsville Town Square allow questions and discussions with authors. You will also be able to buy books and have them signed.

For a complete list of authors, to view the schedule, register for special events, volunteer, donate, view - cmlitfest.org

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ne of a Kind Art Gallery, celebrating its eighth year of operation, continues to grow with the works of over 170 local artists and craftspeople in the nostalgic Old Micaville Country Store.

Gallery owner Kari Weaver invites you to come on in and enjoy the fine, folk, and funky local art. The selection of artwork includes pottery, jewelry, paintings, prints, photography, lamps, glass, woodworking, and more. The mountains of Western North Carolina are home to a diverse and vibrant art community, and OOAK offers a broad representation of the creative work being done here. Artwork is uniquely displayed in the vintage 1922 building which retains much of its original architecture still in place, right down to the original hardwood floor and windows.

OOAK has brought live music to Micaville by having the Micaville Music Jam every Saturday morning in the loft. Hosted by local singer-songwriter David Wiseman, the Jam is a gathering of local musicians and visitors to play and share music together.

Everyone is welcome.

Micaville Music also hosts Thursday evening concerts from late April though the end of October. The Gallery space is transformed into a listening room for a unique and intimate way to listen to live music. July concerts include Showtunes on July 11 and a Night with the Blues featuring Steve Barnes, Eric Witherspoon, and Ronald P. Knight on July 25. Concerts cost $5.00 at the door. Micaville Music is proud to be a part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina.

Come visit us and stay awhile. Hours are 10:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Saturday and noon to 5:00 pm on Sunday. We are open 7 days a week through the first week of January.

Micaville is located 4 miles east of Burnsville, NC, 9 miles west of Spruce Pine, NC, and 14 miles north of BRP milepost 344 at the intersection of Hwy 80 S and Micaville Loop on the Mt Mitchell Scenic Byway. Parking is available in front of the church, across the street in the empty lot and in the old Taylor Togs parking lot. For more information, please call 828-675-0690, email ooakartgallery@gmail.com, or visit us on Facebook or ooakartgallery.com

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spruce pine, NC Rocks and Things

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t Rocks and Things in Downtown Spruce Pine you will find really nice Sterling gemstone jewelry. We have over 1,500 rings for you to choose from including 200 Native American turquoise rings. We have 4 Squash Blossom necklace/earring signed sets, 6 large silver and turquoise necklaces, 20 turquoise and gemstone necklaces, 50 earring sets, 300 gemstone pendants, and lots more silver and gemstone jewelry. Our inventory includes thousands of crystals, from tiny single points to 90 pound single points and clusters up to 80 pounds.

We also carry crystal balls, skulls, pendulums, and pendants. Open 7 days a week from 9 to 5 in Spruce Pine at 114 Oak Ave. Phone: 828-765-1667, email: rocksandthingstoo@hotmail.com or see Check our virtual tour at our virtual tour at www.shopmainstreets. www.shopmainstreets.com. com . Click North Carolina, Spruce Pine, Click on North Carolina, Spruce and Rocks and Things. Click on arrows to Pine, and Rocks and Things. move around the store. The 35th Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show We are located in the is at the Parkway Fire and Rescue event historical downtown grounds July 28th to Aug. 4th. Go to www.

Spruce Pine @ 114 Oak Ave. grassycreekgemshow.org for info.

Contact us at 828-765-1667

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60th Anniversary NC Mineral & Gem Festival Rock hounds- Jewelry Lovers

Earound the country.

njoy aisles and aisles of beautiful jewelry, gemstones, and minerals from

“Dealers come from as far away as California and as close to home as Little Switzerland,” said Patti Jensen, Director.

Spruce Pine, N.C. has been deemed the most important mining district in the world and has celebrated nature’s resources in this mountain area for decades.

“The world would come to a slow crawl without the rich minerals from the Spruce Pine area,” said Patti Jensen with the Mitchell County Chamber.

“Spruce Pine provides over 90% of the world’s purest quartz for the production of computer chips among many other uses. And did you know that the “sand” at the Master’s in Augusta is trucked in from Spruce Pine?”

Kicks off July 31st – 6 pm - VIP One night only exclusive event. Live music, food, drinks, silent auction and 60th anniversary “swag bag”. Special ribbon cutting will open festival Thursday August 1st 9:30 am. All are invited to join in!

The popular mine tours will happen this year during the Festival, Thursday August 1st and Friday August 2nd. Tours are a ticketed item and require reservations. Space limited and tours are very popular. Reserve spots early!

The week is full of activities including an outdoor gem show, Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show, sponsored by, Parkway Fire Department.

This event is held Sunday-Sunday and just a few miles down Hwy 226 from the NC Mineral and Gem Festival.

Sunday 12:30-5:00. • Admission $4 • Senior Thursday $2 Mitchell County Residents Sunday $2.

12085 South Hwy 226, Spruce Pine, NC. • Thursday-Saturday 10-6

SPRUCE PINE, NC Loving the Rustic at Southwest Trading Company

by Carolyn Evans

Hours Monday–Saturday 8:30-5:30 Closed Sunday 665 Oak Ave., Spruce Pine, NC (828) 765-9133 GREAT Selection of Perennials!

They’ve run the store together for the last 12 years, and that’s just the way they like it.In Spruce Pine — halfway between Asheville and Boone and 45 minutes from Elizabethton, Tennessee — you can find store owners, Gregg and Lisa Henline behind the counter at Southwest Trading Company.The Henlines are Spruce Pine natives with two grown children and their second grandchild on the way. They have a passion to provide their customers with the finest rustic, cabin, and lodge home furnishings and are committed to providing American-made products along with their Southwest line produced in Mexico.Lisa says she enjoys home decorating, a perfect passion for this store owner.“Most of our customers become friends,” she says.“We carry cabin, rustic and farmhouse style furniture and home décor,” she says.

“Most of the furniture is handmade, solid wood from all across the U.S. and North America. We have home decor, gifts and accessories for almost any taste. We also carry an extremely popular line of outdoor polyresin furniture.

Other furniture bestsellers include log beds and dining sets, sofas in leather, faux leather and fabric. There’s much more than furniture to delight the shoppers. Customers love the Chala handbags, decorative pillows, quilts, comforters, placemats and napkins and the A Cheerful Giver candles.“Our store is two floors,” Gregg says, “and we have a building across the street, so we have three floors of furniture. It’s all rustic, hand-built, one-of-a-kind pieces. “I enjoy meeting the customers and working every day with my wife,” he added. “We make a great partnership.”

Garden Decor • Concrete Statuaries & Fountains Burley Pottery • Clay Pots • Windchimes.

NEW inventory arriving daily! Happy Frog, Foxfarm & Daddy Pete’s Soil and Soil Amendments

Southwest Trading Company • 279 Oak Avenue Monday through Saturday from 9 till 5 For more information, visit the website at www.swtradingcompany.com or call 828-765-8261.

Don’t forget shopping inside for garden items, outdoor furniture, fire pits, pottery and much more.

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The Heart of Country Primitives and Home Décor

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It’s All About the Pollinators!

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Save the Date & Mark your Calendar!

DON’T MISS Stanley’s Fourth Annual Butterfly Festival Educational Classes/Workshops – AUGUST

11523 KINGSTON PK. FARRAGUT, TN 37934

1410 SEVIEVILLE RD. MARYVILLE, TN 37804

865-603-4285 • Mon-Sat 10am – 6pm • Sunday 1-6 pm

AUGUST – Saturday: August 17, 2019 – 10am – 1pm BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL On the Wing Stanley’s Fourth Annual Butterfly Festival This educational event will have a children’s butterfly workshop, a seminar on butterflies and other pollinators, pollinator plant exhibit and a butterfly release on the Stanley’s – Davenport farm in Monte’s Meadow.

Off-Site Events August 24 – 8am-2pm – Ijams Nature Center Come see us at the 9th Annual Hummingbird Festival! Come Early & See Hummingbird Banding Demonstrations! Hours: 8am-11:30am September 7th – 1pm-2pm Wild Birds Unlimited – 7240 Kingston Pike in the Gallery Shopping Center – Importance of “Pollinators” – Mom & daughter Lisa and Abby Stanley will be personally selling a curated selection of “Pollinator” plants and new release plants. They will discuss the importance of Pollinators and answering any questions you may have for them.

Education Presentations Stanley’s Greenhouse & Farms will be there selling, Pollinator Plants and answering any questions you may have for pollinator needs.

Be sure to Check our website for more exciting information and details to what’s happening inside of Stanley’s Greenhouse & Farms!

New Hours for July Monday-Friday: 8-5 Saturday : 9-5 Closed Sundays www.stanleysgreenhouse.com • 865-573-9591 • 3029 Davenport Rd. 5 Minutes from Downtown Knoxville across the river.

Left at 3rd red light next to Dunkin Donuts. First stop sign, take a right!

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The Declaration Of Independence

By Owen Haddock, Military Editor

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he Declaration Of Independence was first read on July 4th, 1776.

What began as a tax revolt evolved into a fight for human rights, which continues to change our world today. It took the Continental Army and Navy to guarantee what the Declaration promises. Unlike recent wars, WWII began with noisy overt invasions and the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Joe Eddlemon joined the Marines and became a corporal at age 16. Corporal Eddlemon was trained in aviation mechanics and gunnery. He served as a flight engineer on the twin engine PBY seaplane and SBD Dauntless Dive bomber. Joe’s acuity allowed him to rise from buck private to full Colonel in the United States Marine Corps. He earned a B.S. in engineering physics and induction into the Tau Beta Pi, Sigma Pi Sigma, Sigma XI, engineering, and science honor societies.

He pursued additional graduate work in physics and mathematics. He later served as Commanding Officer of USMC Volunteer Training, Unit 6-1 and Company Commander USMCR 6th Engineering Company. Joe was active in the Knoxville Chapter - Military Order of World Wars and the Lt. Alexander Bonnyman (Medal of Honor) Chapter Marine Corps League. He invited me to join him in the Military Order of World Wars.

There I became friends with his wife Lois Reinche and children Gerald, Cynthia and Scott. Joe symbolized the service and sacrifice essential to our continuing to celebrate Independence Day and enjoy the rights of free citizenry. Semper Fi Joe and Family.

Young Marine heading for combat, Joe Eddlemon USMC. Joe was a 16 year old Marine Corporall.

Owen S. Haddock Military Editor – Mountain Escapes Chair, Military Order of World Wars National Security Committee DFC Society, Order of Daedalians, American Legion, Air Commando Association

L to R: Lt. Col. Nolan Scharbel USMC, Ret., and long term friend of Col. Joe Eddlemon USMC, Ret. Both Commanded the Knoxville Chapter Military Order of World Wars.

Air Force Association Former CAP Cadet International Exchange Certificate of Proficiency

COL. JOE EDDLEMON’S INVOCATION

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Col. Joe Eddlemon’s USMC, Ret. courageous surviving wife Lois Reiniche Eddlemon and Joe’s daughter, Cindy Smith.

SBD Dauntless Dive Bomber, with Joe shown as rear gunner, over the central Pacific 1944.

lmighty father, whose way is in the sea and whose paths are in the great waters, whose command is overall, and whose love never fails; Let us be aware of thy presence and obedient to thy will. Keep us true to our best selves, guarding us against dishonesty in purpose and in deed, and helping us so to live that we may stand unashamed and unafraid before our fellow Marines, and loved ones and thee. Make us considerate to those entrusted to our leadership and faithful to the duties assigned to us. Keep us ever mindful of traditions of our Corps. If we are inclined to doubt, steady our faith; if we are tempted, make us strong to resist; if we should miss the mark, give us courage to try again. Help us in our work and in our play that we may better maintain the honor of the corps untarnished and unsullied and acquit ourselves like men in our effort to be Semper Fidelis in doing our duty to Thee and our Country. Guide us with the light of truth and keep before us the life of Him by whose example and help we trust to obtain the answer to our prayer, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen Edited by Owen S. Haddock, Friend and Companion in the Military Order of World Wars www.mclknoxville.org/joe-eddlemon-rip • www.valuesvirtuesandoutcomes.net/usmc/

Artist creation of Joe in Position to defend the attack.

PBY Catalina that Joe crewed as flight engineer.

highlands, waynesville, nc Village Square Art & Craft Show

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ighlands Mountaintop Rotary invites you to cool off in our mountain town and enjoy the Village Square Art & Craft Show on August 24th and 25th.

Now in their 14th year, they are known for outstanding fine art, mountain made crafts and rustic furniture.

The event is held rain or shine from 10 to 5 in Kelsey-Hutchinson “Founders” Park at Pine and N. 5th Streets in downtown Highlands, NC. Plan on lunch with the Rotary Club, which will be have tacos and drinks. Or eat at one of the many establishments nearby. Bring the kids and the dog. The kids will have a blast playing in the interactive water feature.

The picture gallery at our website features some of the exciting products you will find there as well as a map and regular updates: highlandsvillageartshow.com. In order to help the arts thrive in the mountains, the shows feature only local and regional artisans.

For more information contact show coordinator Cynthia Strain at (828) 787-2021 or cypicturelady@aol.com.

Treat yourself to dinner before the show in the new Fangmeyer Theatre at

THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT THE SHELTON HOUSE

Weekends July 5 - 28

on the Performing Arts Center Main Stage

250 Pigeon Street on Highway 276 South in Waynesville, NC

FOR RESERVATIONS: 828-456-6322 or www.harttheatre.org

Bringing Art & Photos to Life

Village Framer

Waynesville’s Premier Custom Framing Studio And Gallery 56 N. Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0823 22 | MOUNTAIN ESCAPES |

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50 Anniversary th

August 30-31, 2019 Open Tent Show – 5-6:30 p.m.

Main Stage Indoor Show – 6:30-11 p.m.

Festival Director:

Joe Sam Queen | 828-452-1688 www.smokymountainfolkfestival.com

Paid for in part by the HaywoodCounty Tourism DevelopmentAuthority.

1-800-334-9036 • www.visitncsmokies.com

vonore, maryville, tellico plains, TN August 4, 2019 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM (ET) Sequoyah Remembrance Day

OPEN YEAR ROUND

Mon-Sat 9am-5pm • Sun Noon-5pm (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, & New Year’s Day)

Come Visit Our Newly Renovated Museum Call for details

Stay informed - check out our website or like us on Facebook.

Visit & enjoy our outdoor exhibits and take a walk on a mile and half trail!

Operated by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Nation. Tennessee’s ONLY Tribally-Operated Historical Attraction.

Hwy 360 • PO Box 69 • Vonore, TN 37885 • 423-884-6246 • www.sequoyahmuseum.org Located in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee on the shores of beautiful Tellico Lake, 37 miles south of downtown Knoxville.

Sequoyah Birthplace Museum in Vonore, TN will be celebrating Sequoyah Remembrance Day and Sequoyah’s contribution to the Cherokee people by creating a writing system, the Cherokee Syllabary with free admission to the museum from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The 1809 Cherokee Blacksmith shop will be up and running with demonstrations all through the afternoon. Local demonstrators will also be set up demonstrating pine needle baskets and Gary Holt will be talking about the Cherokees in the Civil War in our 1800’s dog-trot log cabin.

September 7 & 8, 2019 Cherokee Fall Festival

The Sequoyah Birthplace Museum, Tennessee’s only tribally owned museum, will host its 28th annual Cherokee Fall Festival on September 7-8, from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. each day. Visitors will have the opportunity to step back in time to experience food, Cherokee arts and crafts demonstrations, music and dance. A blacksmith will be doing on-site demonstrations in the shop both days. Other demonstrations and displays will include Cherokee life in 1700’s and a Civil War encampment.

The Heart of Country

DRUID HILL

Pr Primitives and Home Décor

ANTIQUE MALL

865-603-4285 • Mon-Sat 10am – 6pm • Sunday 1-6 pm

We buy and sell Antiques and Collectibles

Help Support a No Kill Blount County Humane Society!

Outdoor Patio Furniture Garden Decor Planters Shop Daily - New Items Arriving!

CAT ADOPTIONS ARE ALWAYS 2ND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH 6 ITEMS ALWAYS IN NEED OF: • Paper towels • Small paper plates • Can cat food • GERBER Baby Food for our SENIORS • All Natural - No Chemicals Cleaning Products • ODOBON cleaner

DRUID HILL

2726 Druid HillMALL Drive ANTIQUE

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Outdoor Patio Furniture Garden Decor th Planters 4 of July Summer Sale Shop Daily - New Items All Month 15%Arriving! off Everything!

2726 Druid Hill Drive Maryville, TN. 37804

865-233-5365

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Show your LOVE for the Animals!

2408 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37804 www.LittleRiverTradingCo.com

865-681-4141

Donations can be mailed to or dropped off at: All Creatures Thrift Store 1005 E Broadway Ave., Maryville, TN 37804 CALL Leila for Adoptions at 650-454-6843 www.blountcountyhumanesociety.org

1410 SEVIEVILLE RD. MARYVILLE, TN 37804