The Loafer 36

!

E E FR

JUNE 3-4 DOWNTOWN JOHNSON CITY, TN MUSIC

ART

WELLNESS AREA

and more!

KIDS ZONE

Volume 03 Issue 36 Publisher Lisa Durbin Creative DIrector Jon Bill Forrester Managing Editor Peggy Gale DIstribution Elizabeth Armstrong Sales Jessica Carlisle Entertainment Coordinator Andreax Jarre

your week’s line-up

04 Spotlight

Contributing Staff

06 Blue Plum Line-Up 07 Karaoke 07 Trivia 08 Puzzle Page 09 Pets of the Week 10 Tri-Cities Faces and Places 11 Things To Do 13 WQUT Concert Schedule 14 Beach Nite Band Kicks Off 2022 Lakeview Concert Series 14 Biker Events by Biker Wear 18 The Carter County Onmium is

Andy Ross

Back June 4th and 5th

Kathie Scalf Ken Silvers

20 Flatwater Tales Storytelling

Wendy Hayden

Festival is Back June 3 & 4

Ann Hartley

The Loafer Po Box 39 Telford, Tn 37690 423-930-7319 www.theloafer.net theloaferonlineprint@gmail.com All advertisements are accepted and published by the publisher upon the representation that the agency and/or advertiser is authorized to publish the entire contents and subject matter thereof. The agency and/or advertiser will indemnify and save the publisher harmless from any lossof expense resulting from claims or suits based upon contents of any advertisement, including claims or suits for defamation, libel, right of privacy, plagiarism, and copyright infringement.

Founder: Bill Williams

LBD

FAMILY MEDIA Let’s Get Social!

15 Beanz Biker Corner

columns & reviews

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

2

POW WOW 17

NOTE

FROM THE

PUBLISHER Hello Loafer Readers!

My goodness May flew in and out so quickly! Where did the month go??

School is out for most of the kids and moms are looking for fun things to do this summer. Wetlands is open now and there are lots of day camps happening in the local cities.

It is also time for The Blue Plum Festival! Make sure to look inside at their schedule. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

Sycamore Shoals also has the outdoor drama Liberty starting June 3rd. A great way to learn some history while being entertained.

Let us know what festivals or events coming up and we will be glad to help you get the word out in the community.

Whatever you are doing this summer I hope that you are happy and safe!

Thank you for your continued support!

Social Sentiments: Inspiration is eEverywhere....If You Know Where to Look

19 Tea Time with Appalachian Barbie: Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls...

Or Do! 21 Pop Life: The Northman 23 Batteries Not Included: Doorknobs

Love, Lisa Durbin Publisher

3

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

Spotlight

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

4

Kingsport Kingsport, TN THURSDAY June 2nd Club Rewind 7:00pm at Marker 2 Grille, Lakeview Marina

Johnson City, Tn Johnson City, TN TUESDAY May 31st Brim & Marci Leal 6:30pm at Rocks Wood Fired Pizza WEDNESDAY June 1st HB Beverly 6:30pm at Rocks Wood Fired Pizza

FRIDAY June 3rd Departure – Journey Tribute Band 7:00pm at Twilight Alive Marques Puckett & 8 Second Ride 7:00pm at Marker 2 Grille, Lakeview Marina Retroville 9:00pm at CJ’s Sports Bar SATURDAY June 4th Shooter Band 8:00pm at CJ’s Sports Bar Coal Camp 7:00pm at Marker 2 Grille, Lakeview Marina

Rusty Steel Acoustic 8:00pm at Wild Wing Cafe THURSDAY June 2nd Justin Mychals 6:30pm at Rocks Wood Fired Pizza FRIDAY June 3rd Bristol TN/Va Bristol, TN/VA Get Right Band 5:00pm Friday After 5 at King Commons WEDNESDAY June 1st Jamen Denton 7:00pm Syren 9:30pm at Cascade Draft House at Wild Wing Cafe Chris Long 7:00pm Toby Gibson Band, Big Son & Brownlow 10:00pm at Capone’s at Delta Blues BBQ SATURDAY June 4th THURSDAY June 2nd Jusfine with Strange Gods Vaden Landers 7:00pm at Cascade Draft House 10:00pm at Capone’s

Nightbreed 7:00pm at Quaker Steak & Lube Abby Bryant & The Echoes 7:00pm at Lumac Rooftop Bar FRIDAY June 3rd

SATURDAY May 28th Zach McNab & TN Esquires 6:00pm at Jonesborough Barrel House

Ryan Clevinger 7:00pm at Cascade Draft House

Lonesome Pine Blue Grass 8:30pm at Jonesborough Barrel House

Samantha Gray7:00pm at Delta Blues BBQ

Elizabethton Elizabethton, TN

Savage Outlaws 8:00pm at Quaker Steak & Lube

TUESDAY May 31st

SATURDAY June 4th

Downtown Country 6:30pm at Jiggy Ray’s

Natalie Grace, Corey Snowden, FRIDAY June 3rd and Joey’s Van 7:00pm at Dirty Trixx 7:30pm Cascade Draft House at Bonnie Kate Theater Casey James 7:00pm at 620 State Matt Walsh Low Down Blues Review 7:00pm at Delta Blues BBQ Jonesborough Jonesborough, TN THURSDAY May 26th Bryan Howell 6:00pm at Jonesborough Barrel House FRIDAY May 27th Jeff Lane 6:00pm at Jonesborough Barrel House Dom Flemons 7:00pm at Music on the Square

Submit Your Live Shows to: theloaferonlineprint@gmail.com or call 423-930-7319 to be Featured in the Loafer Spotlight

5

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

With Apperances By: Catherine Bach John Schneider Tom Wopat Rick Hurst Angelo Lamonea

Live in Concert

Rhonda Vincent & The Rage Larry Sparks & The Lonesome Ramblers Monroeville Alex Miller Joe Nichols John Schneider & The Stars’N Bars Band Cledus T. Judd Whey Jennings Bo Bice Carson Peters & Iron Mountain Avery Roberson

Comedy

Zach Rushing Kristen Tuff Scott Killer Beaz Darren Knight Southern Momma Jimmie Walker Roger Tindell Kyle Shute Hillbillies In The Holler

Plus Many Others See our website for complete entertainment list:

HAZZARDFEST.COM

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022 6

TUESDAY TUESDAY

Karaoke at Numan’s - JohnsonEntertainment City Karaoke with Absolute at The Pub Out Back Karaoke with Bert & L.A. at Kingsport Moose Lodge 7pm (The Italian Pizza Pub) - Johnson City 7pm

WEDNESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Turn the Page Karaoke at VFW Post 2108 – Johnson City Karaoke Night at Eric Wonderland Karaoke w/ HuskinsLounge VFW and PostBar 2108 – Johnson City, TN 8pm Karaoke at Quaker Steak and Lube (Bristol, VA) 7pm Karaoke Night at Wonderland Lounge and Bar Karaoke at- Kingsport Lodge Johnson Moose City, TN 9pm6pm Karaoke at Thunder Tavern 8pm Karaoke with RonValley at Kingsport Moose Lodge 6:30pm

THURSDAY THURSDAY

Karaoke at Zachary’s Steakhouse Karaoke with Karaoke with Open Mic Entertainment Michael’s Krazy Karaoke at Stateline Bar & Grill at Wild Wing Café Johnson City,atTN Karaoke w/ DJ Marquez Top Shelf Entertainment Wild8pm Wings Café JC Karaoke at Numan’s Johnson City, TN 10pm Karaoke at Numan’s - Johnson City Karaoke at Jiggy Rays Pizzeria - Johnson City, TN Karaoke at Jiggy Rays Pizzeria Abby’s Hell Yeah at CJ’s Sports Bar - Kingsport, TN 8pm Karaoke w/Tony & Rod Karaoke at CJ’s Sports Bar 8pm Karaoke at Tipsy Toad Tavern JonesboroughTN Karaoke at Tipsy Toad (Jonesborough) Karaoke w/ Absolute Entertainment at Tulips Grub & Pub 8pm Open Mic & Karaoke at Wonderland Lounge/Bar N Grill Karaoke w/ Absolute Entertainment at Tulips Grub & Pub 7-10 Karaoke at Midnight Oasis - Brtistol, TN Karaoke at Sonny's Marina/The FrenchPost Quarter Restaurant Karaoke w/ Eric Huskins VFW 2108 – Johnson City, TN 8pm Karaoke at Numan’s – Johnson City, TN 10pm Karaoke with Absolute Entertainment Rainbow Asian Karaoke w/ ShaneatRouse at Bear’s Bar Cuisine 9pm Karaoke at Kingsport Moose Lodge Karaoke w/ Reverb Karaoke at The Cottage 8:30pm Turn the Page Karaoke at VFW Post 2108 – Johnson City Karaoke w/ Eric Huskins VFW Post 2108 – Johnson City, TN 8pm Karaoke at Elizabethton VFW Karaoke w/ Absolute Entertainment at Tulips Grub & Pub 8-11 Karaoke w/ Michael Hawkins at Holiday Inn (Exit 7) – Bristol, VA Karaoke at Numan’s – Johnson City, TN 10pm Karaoke at Numan’s – Johnson City Karaoke at 27 Lions (Marion, VA) 9:00pm Karaoke with Absolute Entertainment at Rainbow Asian Cuisine 9pm Karaoke with Absolute Entertainment at Laurel Marina on South Holsten 9pm

FRIDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

Trivia TUESDAY

Wild Wing Café JC- Team Trivia Tuesdays 8:30pm Johnson City Brewing Company- Trivia Tuesdays 7pm Aubrey’s Johnson City- Trivia Night 7pm 27 Lions - Trivia Night 7pm Union Street Taproom - DJ Trivia 6pm

WEDNESDAY

Tipton Street Pub- Trivia Wednesdays 9pm Aubrey’s Bristol- Trivia Night 7pm Johnson City Moose Lodge 1831 - DJ Trivia 7pm Tipsy Toad (Jonesborough) - Trivia 7pm

THURSDAY

Holy Taco & Cantina Trivia Night 9pm JRH Brewing - Trivia Night 7pm Mellow Mushroom Johnson City - Mellow Trivia 7pm Gypsy Circus Cider Company - Trivia 6:30pm

MONDAY

Barley Waters- Trivia Night 7pm Yee-Haw Brewing- Trivia Mondays 7pm Woodstone Deli - DJ Trivia 7pm Model City Tap House - Live Team Trivia Night 7pm

SATURDAY

Karaoke at Kingsport Moose Lodge Turn the Page Karaoke at VFW Post 2108 – Johnson City Karaoke w/ Absolute Entertainment at Tulips Grub & Pub 8-11 Karaoke at Numan’s – Johnson City Karaoke w/ Tony & Rod at CJ’s Sports Bar

SUNDAY 7pm Open Mic with Karaoke at Go Burrito Johnson City Karaoke at Kingsport Moose Lodge 6pm

MONDAY

Karaoke at Thunder Valley Tavern 8pm

**The schedule is subject to change due to the request for social distancing at this time.**

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

KARAOKE Kara ke

7

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

8

Down 1. "____ Five" (Dolly Parton tune) 2. Stop ____ 3. Last word of "The Hollow Men" 4. Encircling luminously 5. Tiger Woods' ex 6. Separate 7. Joule fragments 8. Go for ___ (eat out) 9. Stupid fellow 10. Suffers through a boring meeting, maybe 11. Reveals 12. Less trusting 14. They often play at stadiums 15. Efficient route

DROP QUOTE

C RYPTO G RA M

ACROSS

1. The boondocks 8. "American Idol" judge Paula 13. Asthma sufferer's item 14. "Look Back in Anger" dramatist 16. Getting it down pat 17. Root-like stem 18. Baseball Gold Glover Jim 19. Begin hostilities 20. Sioux shelter (var.)

21. "Right you ___!"

22. Fed. disability support org.

23. Signs of things to come 25. Julep flavor 27. Just get by 28. Scientific study of the working environment 31. Belarus, before 1991

32. Forms a queue 33. DUI, in Wisconsin 36. "Presumed Innocent" author 40. Govt. loan source 41. Chunks of history 42. Critic Thomas 44. Fan ___ (lit. genre) 45. "___ matter of fact..."

46. At that time 47. Branches of the trachea 49. Appalled 52. Hooch 53. Helmet opening 54. Whispered words 55. Memory loss 56. Cheeses in red wax 57. Suffocate

24. Peruvian coins 25. People movers 26. "... ___ man who wasn't there..."

29. Compliment to a teammate, maybe 30. Like spider webs 33. Badly mistaken 34. Eddied 35. Former Chrysler head Lee 37. Shop tool 38. Wisconsin city 39. Bike maneuver 43. Win over 45. ___ and pains 48. It's typical

W'C THY MKGX QJHKY LHEWYWSQE LQGYWXM. JKY ZDQYXAXG YDXU DQAX WT IHGXQ, YDQY'M JQO.

— Justin Bieber

Answers to last week’s puzzles can be found on page 09.

49. Red and Dead 50. Talking piggy bank in "Toy Story" 51. Yes ____ (answer choice)

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

PETS

OF THE WEEK

9

Le xi home. I am leash and potty trained, have moderate energy, have been spayed and current on my vaccinations. I am a dominate personality and am fine with kids 7 and up, no cats and dog selective.

My name is Lexi !!! I am a 4 yr old Jack Russell mix love bug. My Mom says I’m a jewel. She had to surrender my friend, Chase, and I due to a major health issue and she hopes we find a wonderful

There are 5 Pairs of Sunglasses hidden in this issue of The Loafer.

Can you find them all?

Last Week's Puzzle Answers

C ha

Crossword

Cryptogram:

Dropquote:

"If you're losing your soul and you know it, then you've still got a soul left to lose."

"The fact is that we prepare for war like giants, and for peace like pygmies."

se

Sudoku

This handsome boy is named Chase. He is a 4 yr old Plott Hound with a beautiful brindle coat with a salt/pepper face.

Chase is leash and potty trained, neutered, current on vaccinations. He and his friend, Lexi, were surrendered due to their Mama going through a major health issue and treatments. He did not have a previous

happy puppy life, so he will need some extra consideration for some quirks he has. Don’t we all have those !!! He’s terrified of fireworks and sudden loud noises, but is quite the sweetheart and loves everybody. She hopes they both find a wonderful loving home.

If you are interested in adopting : The Bridge Home No Kill Animal Shelter 423-239-5237 • 2061 Highway 75 Blountville, TN Facebook: bridgehome

thebridgehomerescue.org

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

10

Tri-Cities Faces and Places Celebrating the people and places of our community!

JOHNSON CITY SATURDAYS ACOA (adult children of alcoholics) 1:30-3:00pm.

Call for info Bill 423-444-6107 or Cheryl 423-262-6149 FRI JUNE 3- SAT JUNE 4 2022 Blue Plum Festival at Founders Park (See Page 6 for More Info) SAT JUNE 4 - SUN JUNE 5 Repticon Johnson City Reptile & Exotic Animal Show Sat 9:00am/Sun 10:00am at Holiday Inn FRIDAY JUNE 3RD Food Truck Friday 11:00am at Wrecking Crew Harley Davidson SATURDAY JUNE 4TH Johnson City Farmer’s Market 8:00am at Founders Park Cruisin' for a Cause Car Show 10:00am at The Mall at JC

KINGSPORT WEDNESDAY JUNE 1ST Farmer's Market 7:00am at Kingsport Farmers Market THURSDAY JUNE 2ND Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting 4:00pm at Eric Donahue Photography

First Thursday Shop and Hop 5:00pm at Downtown Kingsport SATURDAY JUNE 4TH Farmer's Market 7:00am at Kingsport Farmers Market Trails All Day on National Trails Day at Warrior's PathState Park Nature: Wolf Howling 10:00am at Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium Nature: Wonder of Wolves 3:00pm at Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium Evening Makers Market 3:00pm at Kingsport Farmers Market

BRISTOL

WEDNESDAYS Comedy Open Mic 7:30pm at Blue Ridge Comedy Club

26th Annual Garden Gala 10:00am at Downtown Jonesborough

THURSDAY JUNE 2ND

Historic Jonesborough Town Tour 1:00pm at Chester Inn State Historic Site and Museum

FRIDAY JUNE 3RD

ABINGDON, VA WEDNESDAY JUNE 1ST Bingo 5:00pm at Abingdon Community Center FRIDAY JUNE 3RD Movies for Grown-Ups 2:00pm at Washington Co. Public Library

THURSDAY JUNE 2ND Adult "Italian" Cooking Class 6:00pm at Fern Valley Farm SATURDAY JUNE 4TH Street Fights 6;00pm at Bristol Dragway

SATURDAY JUNE 4TH

JONESBOROUGH

ELIZABETHTON

TUESDAYS Jonesborough Storytelling Guild “Stories n’More” Show 7:00pm at The International Storytelling Center SATURDAY JUNE 4TH Farmer's Market 8:00am at Jonesborough Farmers Market

COMEDY SHOWCASE

Story Tellers (Quitting Time) 8:00pm at Blue Ridge Comedy Club

Andy Sandford 7:30pm at Blue Ridge Comedy Club SATURDAY JUNE 4TH Andy Sandford 7:30 at Blue Ridge Comedy Club FRIDAY JUNE 10TH Zach Martina 7:30pm at Blue Ridge Comedy Club SATURDAY JUNE 11TH Zach Martina 7:30 at Blue Ridge Comedy Club Boomtown Improv 8:00pm at Wallace Theatre

Farmer's Market 8:00am at Abingdon Farmers Market SUNDAY JUNE 5TH Bingo 5:00pm at Abingdon Community Center FRI JUNE 3- SAT JUNE 4 Liberty! The Saga of Sycamore Shoals 8:00pm at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park FRIDAY JUNE 3RD First Friday 5:00pm at Downtown Elizabethton

To be featured in The Loafer's Things to Do email us at: theloaferonlineprint@gmail.com or call 423-930-7319

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

THINGS TO DO

11

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022 12

13

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

CONCERT SCHEDULE Bristol

GREENVILLE

Gatlinburg

Asheville

PARAMOUNT May 29 Million Dollar Quartet Aug 19 The Reep & Reno Comedy Show

NISWONGER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Jul 26 Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Aug 13 Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA

MONSTERS ON THE MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL Aug 19-21 Cinderella’s Tom Keifer, Extreme, Yngwie Malmsteen, Quiet Riot, Kip Winger, Autograph, Queensryche, Stryper, Ratt’s Stephen Pearcy, Night Ranger, Vixen, Firehouse, Nelson, Brother Cane, Pat Travers and many others.

THE ORANGE PEEL May 27 Robert Earl Keen Jun 4 Fade to Black- A Tribute to Metallica Jun 10 Maren Morris Jun 16 Whiskey Myers (at Rabbit Rabbit) Jun 25 Bikini Kill Jul 27 10,000 Maniacs Oct 1 Trial By Fire- Tribute to Journey

BRISTOL TN/VA

CAMEO THEATER May 27 Firefall & Atlanta Rhythm Section Jun 25 Kruger Brothers Jul 8 Lita Ford Aug 27 Chris Knight Sept 16 Firehouse BRISTOL MOTOR SPEEDWAY Sept 30-Oct 1 Country Thunder Music Festival with Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Hardy, Lauren Alaina, Tracy Lawrence, Travis Tritt and others

GREENVILLE TN

KNOXVILLE TN

Knoxville

TENNESSEE THEATRE May 29 Bonnie Raitt Jun 7 Shen Yun Jun 16 Three Dog Night Jul 22 1964: The Tribute Aug 14 Brit Floyd Aug 17 Weird Al Yankovic Aug 18 Amy Grant Aug 27 Little River Band

GATLINBURG TN

NASHVILLE TN

Nashville

NASHVILLE MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM Jul 23 Coheed & Cambria Oct 1 Lil Nas X

RYMAN AUDITORIUM Jun 6 Darius Rucker and Friends Benefit Concert BRISTOL RHYTHM & ROOTS REUNION THOMPSON BOWLING ARENA Jun 24 Kraftwerk Sept 9-11 JJ Grey and Mofro, Tanya May 31 Paul McCartney Jun 25 Mandy Moore Tucker, Roseanne Cash, Del McCoury Band, Jun 22 James Taylor and his All Star Band Jul 15 Hanson Jerry Douglas Band and many others.

Jun 25 Alan Jackson Aug 2 Joe Bonamassa Aug 19 Luke Bryan Aug 16 Antrax, Black Label Society JOHNSON CITY Sep 28 Greta Van Fleet and Hatebreed Aug 24 Blondie (Opry House) Oct 14 Keith Urban FREEDOM HALL Sept 18 Crowded House Jun 19 David Victor formerly of Boston Oct 24 Joe Satriani KNOXVILLE CIVIC AUDITORIUM Aug 26 Lee Brice May 19 Dance Gavin Dance Oct 21 Chris Janson ASCEND AMPHITHEATER Jun 9 Jo Koy Jun 21 Train Sep 23 Kathleen Madigan MARTIN CENTER FOR THE ARTS Jun 24 Bon Iver Oct 14 Steve Martin and Martin Short Jun 5 Robert Earl Keen Jun 25 Ben Rector Jun 9 Brian Regan Oct 21 Jerry Seinfeld Jun 30 5 Seconds of Summer Jun 24 Corey Smith Jul 8/9 Brandi Carlile Aug 18 Brit Floyd BIJOU THEATRE Sep 23 Black Jacket Symphony May 27 Ricky Scaggs & Kentucky Thunder Jul 20 Norah Jones presents Van Halen’s 1984 Jun 7 Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters Jul 28 Glass Animals Oct 4 Scott Bradlee’s Jun 23 Melvins BRIDGESTONE ARENA Postmodern Jukebox Jun 4 Nashville R & B Fest Maryville, TN Kingsport Jun 18 Brooks & Dunn Jul 5 Rod Stewart And Cheap Trick THE SHED KINGSPORT’S RED WHITE AND BOOM Jul 13 OneRepublic & NeedToBreathe May 28 Puddle of Mudd INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION Aug 23 My Chemical Romance Jun 9-11 Blackberry Smoke Jul 2 38 Special and Ultimate Garth, Aug 26 Dierks Bentley (new date) Jul 16 Terri Clark the Ultimate Garth Brooks Aug 27 Roger Waters Jul 22-23 The Steel Woods Tribute Band Jul 30 Drive By Truckers Aug 5 Saliva SONESTA AIRPORT HOTEL FUN FEST SUNSET CONCERT SERIES Aug 20 The Cadillac Three Jul 21 Zach Williams/Shane & Shane May 27/29 Creatures Festival with Ace Aug 27 Jackyl Jul 22 Jamey Johnson/Colt Ford Frehley, Vinnie Vincent, Quiet Sept 3 The Kentucky Headhunters Jul 23 Lynyrd Skynyrd/Dalton Dover Riot, Enuff Z’Nuff, Vixen and more

JOHNSON CITY TN

KINGSPORT TN

MARYVILLE TN

ASHEVILLE NC

THOMAS WOLFE AUDITORIUM Jun 24 Leanne Morgan Aug 3 ZZ Top Aug 12 Foreigner Aug 25 Vince Gill Sept 24 Kathleen Madigan

CHEROKEE NC

Cherokee, N.C.:

HARRAH’S CASINO Jun 4 Tanya Tucker Jun 25 Kansas Jul 16 Chris Tucker Jul 23 Rodney Carrington Aug 8 Ron White Sep 24 3 Doors Down Sep 30 Earth Wind & Fire

GREENVILLE SC

Greenville, S.C.

BON SECOURS WELLNESS ARENA Jun 17 Brooks & Dunn Jun 19 The Temptations and The Four Tops Jul 6 New Kids On The Block Aug 13 Alan Jackson Cary, NC

CARY, NC

KOKA BOOTH AMPHITHEATRE Jun 13 Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit & Sheryl Crow Jun 14 Robert Plant & Allison Krauss Jun 23-25 Billy Strings

PIKEVILLE KY

Pikeville, KY

APPALACHIAN WIRELESS ARENA Jul 9 Poison with Lita Ford and Grimsley Rose Aug 2 Foreigner

CALL WQUT @ 477-1015 FOR MORE CONCERT INFORMATION OR VISIT W W W.W Q U T.CO M

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

14

Beach Nite Band Kicks Off

2022 Lakeside Concert Series Winged Deer Park’s Lakeside Concert Series begins its 15th year of showcasing local, diverse musical talent at the park’s Lakefront Festival Plaza Goulding Amphitheater on Thursday, June 2, with Beach Nite Band.

The free concerts offer a mix of the area’s top talent at a venue known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or folding chairs to relax on the grassy hillsides, or move and groove whenever the mood strikes. The location provides easy access, free parking, concessions, and a playground.

The popular Beach Nite Band returns to Winged Deer Park’s lakefront performing Carolina beach music featuring soul, R&B, disco, blues, boogie, and memorable oldies music. The band, which has been providing live entertainment for several decades, is based out of the western Virginia/southern West Virginia regions, and members previously performed with the doowop group The Collegians for more than 20 years.

The concerts will be held 7-9 p.m. each Thursday through July 28 at Winged Deer Park’s Goulding Amphitheatre, 199 Carroll Creek Road, Johnson City. There are two exceptions this year. The Johnson City Symphony Orchestra will

perform at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept.

11 at the Winged Deer Park Festival Plaza, and there will be no concert on Thursday, June 30.

This year’s concert schedule is as follows: Thurs June 2: Beach Nite Band Thurs, June 9: The Billy Crawford Band Thurs, June 16: J.R. and the Big Guns Thurs, June 23: The Shooter Band Thurs, June 30: NO CONCERT Thurs, July 7: Big Band Theory

BIKER EVENTS sponsored by biker wear Local Events:

1. Meet & Greet MMA Fighter “Warboy” June 2nd 1pm to 3pm At Biker Wear 116 Buffalo Street downtown Johnson City, TN 2. Bonnaroo June 16th – 19th Manchester, TN

Rallies:

1. 33rd Annual True Sons Pow Wow June 3rd & 4th Newport, TN 2. 8th Annual Snake Pit Bike Rally June 10th to June 12th Shady Valley TN 3. Hog Rock River Rally June 2nd - 5th Cave In Rock, IL 4. Warrensburg Bike Rally June 3rd – 13th Warrensburg NY 5. Street Vibrations Spring Rally June 3rd – 5th Reno, NV 6. Boone Bike Rally June 3rd – 4th Boone, NC

Thurs, July 14: My New Favorite

7. June Bug Boogies June 16th – 19th

Thurs July 21: Jesse Barry and the Jam

9. Thunder In The Smokies June 24th – 26

8. Indian Motorcycle Pow Wow Maggie Valley NC June 16th – 19th

Thurs, July 28: Powershift Sun, Sept. 11: Johnson City Symphony Orchestra The Lakeside Concert Series is presented by The News & Neighbor, 101.5 WQUT Tri-Cities’ Classic Rock, the Washington County Sheriff’s Department, and the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

For more information call 423-283-5827.

Rides: 1. The Moose Cruise June 4th Kingsport Moose Lodge

Bike Night:

1. Kingsport Moose Riders Every Wednesday 2. 19E Pit Stop Every Wednesday 3. Quaker Steak & Lube Every Thursday 4. Tulips Grub & Pub Every Friday 5. Peacemakers Bike Night 801 Boozy Creek Every 3rd Friday 6. East Coast Wings Every Wednesday 7. Dog Tag Brigade Every Wednesday at Jonesborough VFW 8. The Pub Out Back Every Monday

15

Hello my fellow brothers and sisters. I hope this finds you and your family in good health. I like to promote local event, so this week I thought it would be nice to talk about the POW WOW which is hosted by the True Sons Motorcycle Club.

The POW WOW has been going on for 33 years in Rogersville, TN. The True Sons started this event as a way to get together with sister motorcycle clubs for brotherhood and fellowship.

The first few POW WOW’s were held in a cow pasture and moved around the Rogersville area until the club bought the place they have now at 183 Lawson Drive. Their first club house was on a road called Elbow City and yes that is the actual name of the road. It was near the old Pressman’s home in Rogersville. As with any

Beanz Biker Corner

By Anne Hartley 423-297-5675

motorcycle club they take a lot of pride in their clubhouse property and their annual field meet. They show respect to those around them, they help the community around them.

At their annual POW WOW, they take great pride in the fact that nobody is served a hot beverage and the food is always amazing.

Useless Facts: 1. Apple seeds contain cyanide.

2. The cheesiest pizza ever was topped with 154 varieties of cheese.

3. There are giant technicolor squirrels in India.

4. A shark is the only animal that can blink both its eyes.

5. You would likely “mutate” in space without a spacesuit.

6. In most advertisements, including newspapers, the time displayed on a watch is 10:10.

7. There are around 16 million people alive today that are direct descendants of Genghis Khan.

8. An ostrich’s eye is bigger than its brain.

9. There’s a city called “Rome” on every continent except Antarctica.

10. The opposite sides of a die will always add up to seven.

11. Marie Curie’s 100-year-old belongings are still radioactive.

12. A dentist invented the electric chair.

13. Barbie’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts.

14. The inventor of Pringles is buried in a Pringles can.

15. Women hiccup less than men.

3515 Bristol Hwy Ste 101 Johnson City, TN • www.bikerweartn.com • (423) 631-0542

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

Beanz Biker Corner

Sponsored By Biker Wear

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

16

Come visit visit our our new new home home online: online: Come 149 N. Lincoln Avenue Jonesborough, TN

Jonesborough for:

Oil Changes:

Repairs:

Replacements:

Tires

Synthetic or Conventional

theloafer.net

Come to us in

We will meet you Anywhere for:

Headlight Windshield Wipers

Major or Minor

Tune-Ups

3507 E Andrew Johnson Hwy Greeneville TN 711 Asheville Hwy Greeneville TN 423-946-1500 • GRANITEQUARTZGREENEVILLE.COM

GRANITE | MARBLE | QUARTZ | QUARTZITE

STONE COUNTERTOPS SALES • FABRICATION • INSTILLATION

We install within 7-10 business days after template.

Family owned and operated.

100’s of colors available.

HUGE SPECIAL

1. $1,999 for the 35 sq/ft with sink and cut out • Luna Pearl • Dallas White

HUGE SPECIAL

2. $2499 Quartz Sale for the 25 sq/ft with sink and cut out • White Lace • Grey Galaxy

17

A quick internet search of the word "inspiration" leads to numerous quotes looking to help boost the hopes of the people who are searching for ways to pull themselves up and brighten their day.

The best inspiration can be found through your own experiences. Your successes can inspire you to continue that path and create more successful experiences.

Negative experiences can create lessons that teach you how to cope in ways you had not previously considered.

Social Sentiments

By Wendy Hayden socialsentiments @outlook.com

socialsentiments.net

Inspiration can be found in the lives of the people you care for. Their experiences create life lessons that can promote a positive outlook. By talking your loved ones through their experiences, you learn more about yourself and how you would handle certain situations.

Positivity creates a better world. Actively searching for inspiration can completely change your outlook and promote a better mentality.

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

Inspiration Is Everywhere...

If You Know Where To Look

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

18

The Carter County Omnium is Back on June 4th and 5th The Carter County Omnium returns for the fifteenth year on June 4 and 5. The three races cover Carter and Unicoi Counties winding through our beautiful and challenging terrain.

The Carter County Roan Groan, with it’s mountain top finish , the Ballad Health Time Trial with it’s climb, and the Carter County Bank Criterium in downtown Elizabethton, provides a unique weekend of bicycle racing.

The events will bring a total of about 700 people to our area.

Stephen Bassett,riding for Rally Racing, winner of the pro men’s Omnium in 2020 and 2021, will not be able to defend his title this year, due to his European racing schedule.

Bassett said, the “Roan Groan is without a doubt Tennessee’s most iconic course. It’s always a pleasure to race up Roan Mountain. Great races are hard to come by these days and the Carter County Omnium has held its place as one of the best races in the country.”

Mitchell Hopkins is returning to

defend his Masters 40+ win of last year. He said “Carter County Omnium has stood the test of time with great organization and the ability to change venues when necessary. Still one of the best race weekends for amateurs there is. It’s always fun to have a proper mountain top finish”.

In the 2021 Omnium there were 338 racers from 25 states. The majority of them were here for the first time. Early registration is trending to be about the same this year, though we have some international registrants again who were absent during Covid-19. Devraj Grewal riding for Oliver’s Racing is from Sidney, Australia. He raced the National championships Australia in January and the Oceania Continental Championships in April. Before Covid-19 we had a few pro racers from Colombia, Italy, Great Britain, and New Zealand over the years.

The Carter County Roan Groan for the Pro 1 /2 category is unique in the USA. They race from Elizabethton

Cat Island Park to Carver’s Gap uses 80 miles of roads in Carter and Unicoi Counties. They climb a total of 9,747 ft, finishing with a 7.5 mile category 1 climb of 2,584 ft. In 2021, Bassett averaged 23 mph and still had to sprint on the top of the mountainin for the win against five other racers.

This course is similar to stage 17 of this year’s Tour de France in the Pyrenees.

Stage 17 is 81 miles long climbing a total of 10,000+ ft and finishes with a 5 mile 2,000 ft climb. Our winners in the past go on , like Bassett, to race for pro teams in Europe.

This level of racing is made possible by our sponsors providing the $12,000+ cash prizes. They are, Tour Carter County, Ballad Health, Carter County Bank, Edward Jones, Nor-Well, Carter County Parks and Recreation, Holiday Inn, and Food City.

You can watch the developing racers on Sunday June 5. For schedule and info: cartercountyomnium.com/spectator/

19

by Kathie Scalf

I spend enough time traveling the great state of Tennessee to know that it’s one of the most beautiful places in the country in general, but our cozy little corner in particular is really something special. Nestled among the peaks and valleys of the Appalachian Mountains and criss-crossed by the narrow paths of the Appalachian Trail, there’s no shortage of natural beauty or outdoor adventure in and around the Tri. Getting in a hike is one of my favorite ways to exercise; surrounded by the peace and tranquility of nature, taking in fresh air and wildlife, it hardly feels like a workout at all! That is, until I find myself on the wrong end of a steep incline and realize I can no longer breathe. But like life, eventually you crawl your way over the hard part and get to enjoy the view from above, or at least have time to catch your breath.

we’re the top of the food chain, but Mother Nature is always quick to remind us with freak disasters that she’s going to reign supreme.

For a quick and easy hike that’s not too far off the beaten path, check out The Blue Hole. Located on Holston Mountain in Carter County, this once hidden gem now has adequate parking and stairs in place for easy navigation down to the falls. Technically 4 small waterfalls, the main attraction is the deep, blue pool at the bottom of the main falls. You’ll be hard pressed to find colder water anywhere else, with the small, azure swimming hole hovering around Arctic temperatures even in the dog days of August. There are small unmarked trails leading away from the falls themselves, but I wouldn’t recommend exploring too far, as it seems they land on private property fairly quickly. The Blue Hole was a legendary smooching and What better way to literally chill swimming spot for my parents out after a long hike on a hot when they were dating, and then day than by making your end when I got in high school I carried destination a gorgeous waterfall? on that tradition. Going now, Bearing safety in mind (I cannot there’s a little less swimming emphasize this enough), there’s and a lot less smooching, but more than plenty waterfall hikes I have discovered a newfound of varying difficulties within an appreciation for the beauty and hour or so of the region. So why legacy that lives on in that place. not lace up your boots, pack Another spot with minimal effort some snacks and make a day but maximum reward is Elk River of it? Hiking to a waterfall is a Falls just over the state line in Elk perfect activity in a group, as a Park, NC. A quick trip from the duo or alone, but again, I must insist if you plan on getting in the parking lot pops you out at the tipwater, bring a life jacket and water top of the 50ft waterfall; a unique shoes and take ALL the necessary birds-eye view that you don’t get a lot on your average waterfall precautions. We humans think hike. The large pool at the bottom is surrounded by large rocks for sunbathing, snacking and hunting for crawdads. And while many people make the insanely stupid

decision to jump from the top of the falls, I hope none of you are as willing to roll the dice; every summer there are always tragedies at this beautiful space, from severe injuries to death because some daredevil wanted to get a cheap thrill. It’s just not worth it!

A heavily trafficked but moderate climb is Linville Falls, again located barely across the NC state line in Burke County. While there are several landings along the climb to the top which offer a variety of views of the towering falls, it’s difficult to get up close and personal the way you can at the others I’ve discussed.

It’s definitely more of a tourist attraction, especially in the fall for all the leaf lookers, heavily congested with foot traffic which also makes it a little hard to connect with the nature aspect for me. However, the reason I listed this site is because of its close proximity to Linville Falls Winery.

The winery is located adjacent to a Christmas tree farm, and features a tasting room inside a stunning villa. There is typically live music and lots of room to roam and relax. The best way, in my opinion, to enjoy a hike to this waterfall is by getting your exercise in early, then finishing the day relaxing with a glass of wine and a group of friends.

The last group of cascades I’ll have room for is Red Fork Falls on Unaka Mountain in Unicoi.

This is another set of smaller falls and one large main one, which is located about a half mile in.

The trail itself crosses several creeks and is the most difficult I’ve mentioned, but the dizzying 60ft waterfall is worth the trek.

Surrounded by lush greenery, you’ll feel like you’ve escaped Tennessee to the rainforests of Costa Rica. With this hike being fairly remote, I would suggest a good pair of all terrain water shoes and taking a buddy in case of an emergency. But all in all it’s manageable and worth the trip.

Cooling off in the creeks along the way is honestly a refreshing aspect to this more difficult journey.

There are dozens more falls around East Tennessee and Western North Carolina that I wish I had the time and space to cover. A quick google search will provide you with those options as well as detailed directions guiding you every step of the way.

So get off the couch and get your butt outdoors! You won’t regret breaking a sweat and getting some Insta-worthy pics of the natural beauty of our hometowns!

XO - Kathie

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

Don’t Go Chasin’ Waterfalls…Or Do!

Flatwater Tales Storytelling Festival is Back June 3 And 4

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

20

The Flatwater Tales Storytelling Festival, featuring three nationally renowned storytellers, is back with in-person performances June 3 and 4. This popular annual event will return live at the Historic Grove Theater, 123 Randolph Road, Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

entire Festival, and Pinnacle Bank is underwriting the Friday night only premiere performance by Sheila Arnold.

Other corporate sponsors are the UT Arboretum in Oak Ridge, Bridgewater Balance and Hearing, Chuck’s Car Care Center and TNBank.

For the Friday night show only, June 3, 7 p.m., Flatwater Tales has commissioned acclaimed storyteller Sheila Arnold to write and tell the story of the Scarboro 85, the 85 brave youngsters who desegregated the Oak Ridge Schools in 1955. Few people know of this 1955 The three-day event will feature milestone event. Sheila will honor the storytellers Sheila Arnold, Bil Lepp and Scarboro 85 in her presentation, “The Kim Weitkamp known to audiences Secret City’s Secret City: Scarboro,” by nationwide for their wit, wisdom and telling some of their stories. Storytellers ability to make audiences laugh, cry Bil Lepp and Kim Weitkamp will also and reminisce. Two special events have perform Friday evening. Friday evening been added to the weekend: a writing tickets are $10 for adults and $5 workshop by Bil Lepp, on Thursday, June for children.

2, and a special tour of Oak Ridge by Oak During the three shows on Saturday, Ridge Historian, Ray Smith on Friday, June 4, the storytellers will share June 3. different stories for each performance.

The festival has received significant The morning family show, from 10:00 corporate sponsorship for 2022. a.m. to noon will offer tickets at $10 for Consolidated Nuclear Security at adults and $5 for school-age children.

Y-12 National Security Complex The afternoon show is from 2-5:00 p.m. is the Presenting Sponsor for the and the evening show is from 7-10:00 All tickets, including the early bird special, can be purchased online at Eventbrite or the Ferrell Shop (cash or check only) in Oak Ridge. Tickets for individual performances and events are available.

p.m. Tickets for the afternoon and evening performances are $25 for each show. All shows are Eastern time zone. For groups of ten or more tickets will be $20 each for either the afternoon or evening performances.

House, the Chapel on the Hill, a drive by of several historic alphabet houses including the “D” house that famous Manhattan Project photographer Ed Westcott lived in during his retirement years.

Storyteller Bil Lepp, star of the History Channel’s “Man vs. History,” will present a special writing workshop “Bringing a Story to Life and Including Your Audience in the Experience” on Thursday June 2, 2-4:00 p.m. at the UT Arboretum Auditorium, 901 S. Illinois Avenue in Oak Ridge. Tickets for the workshop are $50 and are also available at Eventbrite and the Ferrell Shop in Oak Ridge. The Ferrell Shop accepts cash or check only.

The Flatwater Tales Storytelling Festival is led by volunteers from all three Oak Ridge Rotary Clubs.

A first-time special event has been added to this year’s Flatwater Tales. Oak Ridge Historian, Ray Smith, will lead a tour of some historic Oak Ridge sites on Friday, June 3, at 1p.m. Tickets for this free tour are available on Eventbrite. The event is FREE but registration is required. Learn the history of Oak Ridge by spending the afternoon with Ray. The tour (in your own vehicle following Ray), will include the Oak Ridge International Friendship Bell, the Secret City Commemorative Walk, Historic Jackson Square, the Alexander Guest

Get Your Home Ready for Spring!

Yard Clean-Up & Hauling, Landscaping and Mowing

Country Boys Lawn Services and Decking

35 Years of Experience Honesty & Christian Integrity

Call For a Free Estimate

423-900-3632

Facebook.com/CountryBoysLawnServices Mulching

Leaf Removal Yard Scape Mowing

Landscaping / Design

Brush Cutting

Stump Grinding

Deck Building

Pressure Washing

Gutter Cleaning

All Types of Fences

(Commercial & Residential)

Tree Removal

21

Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgard ("True Blood") sure gives his all in the current film "The Northman", in which he co-produced and stars as Amleth, a Viking warrior prince. The film relies heavily on Norse Mythology, and is set in 895 AD. We first see Amleth as a child welcoming his father, King Aurvandill (Ethan Hawke) home to the island of Hrafnsey after a successful overseas conquest.

The King is also welcomed by Queen Gudrun (Nicole Kidman), who appears to be happier to see her husband than he is to see her (foreshadowing). After his arrival home with a celebration, King Aurvandill takes Amleth to a spiritual ceremony to prepare his son to one day become heir to the throne. The ceremony is bizarre to say the least, and for my tastes went on a bit too long. The following morning after the ceremony, the King is ambushed and murdered by a group of masked warriros, of which one I willl not identify. After he witnessess the murder of his father, Amleth is able to escape and return home, only to find his village under seage. The lad sees his mother kidnapped, and after realizing he must flee, takes a boat and while swearing to avenge his father and save his mother, heads out to sea. Later Amleth is found by a group of Vikings, and is raised

Pop Life

By Ken Silvers theloaferonlineprint @gmail.com

by them as a berserker, a warrior who is able to fight in a trancelike fury, which later gave rise to the English word berserk. Now an adult, Amleth encounters a Seeress following an attack in the land of Rus, who predicts the warrior will soon seek revenge on the person who murdered his father. Eventually discovers the person responsible for killing his father was overthrown

by Harald of Norway, and is living in exile in Iceland. Amleth is able to find a ship headed to Iceland, and sneaks aboard posing as a slave.

While on the ship Amleth meets Olga (Anya Taylor-Joy), a Slavic slave who says she is a sorceress. When the ship arrives in Iceland, Amleth discovers he now has a half-brother named Gunnar (Elliott Rose). Amleth is a slave in the small village, and after escaping one night ecounters a strange man who tells about a magical sword that can only be retrieved at night. After hearing the story, Amleth enters a mound (a raised area of earth covering a grave or graves) and is able to retrieve the sword after fighting and defeating an undead Mound Dweller. The obtained sword will play a huge role in the revenge of Amleth (which could have been the title of the movie). During their time as slaves, Amleth and Olga grow closer, and eventually due to a selfless act by Amleth, is rewarded Olga as his wife.

The new couple then make plans to overcome their masters in order to seek freedom from bondage for themselves and the other slaves.

The plan of the duo works, and after several surprising interactions, one especially shocking encounter with his mother, Amleth and Olga are able to flee Iceland, but while fleeing on a ship, Amleth reveals to Olga he must return to Iceland and avenge his father. When he returns to Iceland, he battles the person responsible for killing his father at the Gates of Hel, otherwise known as the volcano Hekla. The fight is exciting and has a surprising end. All the actors in this film are in top form, and one actor I

have not mentioned up to this point is Claes Bang who stars as the King's brother Fjolnir, and is very effective in the role. Meanwhile, Kidman is her usual excellent self, but the definite highlight is Skarsgard, who is completely animalistic in his role, which is perfect for his character.

The actors aside, I did feel the film was a bit too long, and would have fared better with a bit of editing. The film also contains graphic violence, which I supposed you should

expect in a film about Vikings. On the positive side, the film features beautiful cinematography, which aids the storytelling. While I certainly didn't enjoy every aspect of "The Northman", Skarsgard is the film's saving grace. Now playing in theaters. (Rated R)

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

The Northman

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

22

NOW HIRING! • • • • • • • • • •

$500 Sign-on bonus after 90 days Full & Part Time Positions Available 1st & 3rd Shifts Available Competitive Hourly Pay Paid Weekly Weekly Attendance Bonus for those who qualify - .50 cents per hour* Shift Premium - .40 cents per hour Full Plan of Benefits – Eligible 1st of the month following 30 days Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Holiday Pay Paid Vacation, Education Assistance, 401k, Product Discounts

APPLY TODAY! www.mullicanflooring.com/Company/Careers 423-262-8668

23

Somedays when you get out of bed you have an idea of what your day will have in store for you. On other days you get up and you have no idea what the day will throw at you. Example: you never wake up planning to get into a fight with a doorknob. I went downstairs into the room that’s in the partially finished basement and was going to head out into the said basement. Reaching the end of the stairs I turned and faced the door that was to my immediate right.

I put my hand on the knob and turned, but nothing happened.

more confused than before and wondered how quickly I run over I had spent half an hour trying to to the hardware store. It was an get into the basement, I decided odd way to start my day, but I was to push all my weight up against the door while turning as furiously just happy to be in the basement as I could. That did nothing. I then and not trapped in my house. felt deep shame that it took this Still, I can’t help but wonder long to realize that there is another if someone sabotaged that door in the basement room at doorknob. Gaslighting by the back, I could just go out of it.

I hoped. I went to that door and doorknobs could become a new opened it without trouble. Out in psychological warfare game. I the basemen, at last, I walked from better have a talk with my fake son, the back half into the half that I went and dried my glistening Lemuel, about this. He’s getting doubles as a garage.

I made a sound. A little “hmm” was hands as best I could to where they into those “awkward years” where an indication that I was curious as would have some surface traction I returned to the door that had vexed me so and, for kicks, turned sabotaging daily hardware could again. I returned to the door and to why something that’s worked the knob from the outside side. tried again.

This time I could feel become a common occurrence. every other time I’ve ever operated This time I heard a pop, felt the knob turn, but just like before it suddenly didn’t want to work.

Maybe I’ll be a poster child for a nothing happened. I tried the only the doorknob turn and felt it I turned the knob again. Once new series of PSAs? Something to more, nothing happened. Another other option I could think of at the move—right out of the door and time.

I turned the knob in the other think about. See you next week. into my hand.

I was somehow “hmm” was uttered. I stood there direction.

This time there was a to assess the situation. My first difference. I heard a pop and could thought was maybe I was at fault. feel a slight vibration at the same My non-existent wife, Sheila, had time. This must have been the recently pointed out to me how dry latch release, at long last. Smiling, I my skin was and insisted I started pushed on the door and was ready moisturizing on the regular. to move on with my day.

This meant that I spent most of my free time constantly rubbing my hands with lotion, often leaving a fine sheen of lotion that makes my hands as slick and smooth as a Teflon-coated pan. As a result, I have noticed some difficulty in holding things as well as I once could. Remote controls fly out of my hand as if someone holding a shotgun just yelled “pull!” Perhaps my moisture-dense hands are not getting any traction on the doorknob, I may feel like I’m turning it, but I’m not.

However, the door didn’t open.

Frustration was now rising inside me. I began to turn the knob left and right frantically, pulling and pushing on it and putting my free hand towards the top of the door to see if I could add more force to get it to open. Nothing, the door didn’t budge, despite hearing that pop again.

Batteries Not Included

By Andy Ross theloaferonlineprint @gmail.com

This is when I began to get a tiny bit paranoid that I was trapped within my own home. Would I ever see the sun again? Who was in charge of this turn of events?

Was my home out to get me like in all those bad 1980s sci-fi movies?

That’s when I remembered I do not have any smart home technologies in my house. I was safe from

”The Great Google Doorknob Rebellion”—for now.

theloafer.net | May 31, 2022

Doorknobs