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Here Comes the Bride: The Loafer’s Wedding Issue Featuring: Vibes Nails and Lotion Bar • Total Hair and Body Medical • J’s Corner Catering Night Moves Mobile DJs • Allandale Mansion

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

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Volume 03 Issue 75

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04 Spotlight 05 4 Tips for Planning the Wedding of Your Dreams 06 Choosing Your Wedding Gown 07 Tri-Cities Nightlife 08 Puzzle Page 09 Pets of the Week 10 NIght Moves Mobile DJs 11 Things To Do 12

Tri-Cities Faces and Places

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PUBLISHER Hello Friends!

One of my favorite issues of the year is this one……. Our annual Bridal issue! Weddings are so exciting and I love everything about them from the music to the yummy cake. On our cover please welcome Vibes Nail and Lotion Bar. The nails are such an important part of the day and the pictures so you can showcase those beautiful rings!

Please check out the amazing services Jennifer and her staff have to offer at Vibes in downtown Johnson City. We also have some other wonderful businesses in this issue to help you with your wedding planning. Js corner in Elizabethton offers delicious catering, Allandale Mansion is a beautiful venue for your special day, and Night Moves mobile Dj will make sure you and your guests are dancing the night away! Let’s don’t forget we may need to get our body ready for the big day and Total Hair and Body is the perfect place for that! Be sure to look at the weight loss and other services they offer. I don’t want to leave out our other wonderful advertisers and would ask that you support these businesses. Erin McArdle is ready to help with your legal issue. Rocks is a yummy place to eat and Theatre Bristol is a good place to catch a play. Live Wire radio 103.9 is one of our favorite partners along with Bristol Motor Speedway. Last but not least if you are in need of employment please consider ACT as they offer great pay and benefits!

Have a great week and happy wedding planning!

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Dimestore Cowboys | Bob Fleming & the Cambria Iron | Jacob Danielsen Moore 10:00pm at Capone’s SATURDAY Mar 18th Rusty Steel 12:00pm at Wrecking Crew Harley-Davidson Some Old Friends 7:00pm at Mulligan’s Gaming Pub Donnie & the Dry Heavers | Fritz & Co. 10:00pm at Capone’s

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By [https://EzineArticles.com/expert/ Adrian_Hargray/624125]Adrian Hargray If you’re currently planning for your wedding but don’t know where to begin, then this article is just for you. Inside of this article, you will learn a few things that should be on your “to do” list that will make your wedding planning process a breeze.

Planning a wedding is not easy. There are a lot of things that needs to be considered before your big day arrives, so planning is crucial. Below you find 4 things to keep in mind when planning your wedding. They will prove to be helpful as you plan your special day.

1) The actual wedding day Do you know what day you want to have your wedding on? This is an important question, because everything else regarding your wedding revolves around this special day. To consider what day you should pick for your wedding, keep in mind factors such as booking the venue and the availability of family and friends. You don’t want to plan a wedding on a day where everyone is busy. You should consider making it on a weekend, so most people are off from their jobs on weekends.

2) Your wedding budget

wedding as possible.

Your wedding budget is important because you don’t want to break the bank trying to plan for your wedding.

You should know how much you’re will to spend on each detail regarding your wedding. It’s best to make an outline of things that need to be taken care of and how much each thing will cost. This is the best way to keep track of your costs and to keep costs down.

4) How big do you want your wedding to be?

3) Where your wedding will take place

These 4 things may seem minor but are

The size of your wedding is very important.

This is also a cost issue and having a lot of guests can certainly impact your bottom line when it comes to your wedding. When considering the cost, be sure to factor in other things such as the venue, the number of guests, the food, and even the entertainment.

very relevant to the planning of your wedding. Once you put these tips to work, you will see that planning your wedding is a piece of cake and that you can have the wedding of your dreams without breaking the bank to do it. Good luck with planning your wedding.

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Your wedding venue can take up a significant piece of your wedding budget so you will want to pick the best spot to hold your wedding. If you’re working on a tight budget, you may want to consider having an outdoor wedding at a garden or even at your home. There’s nothing wrong with an outdoor wedding and people do it all the time. No matter where you have your wedding, you will have to factor in the costs and prioritize your budge accordingly.

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Choosing Your Wedding Gown By [https://EzineArticles.com/expert/Pam_ Kazmierczak/313448]Pam Kazmierczak

particular that you want to wear on your wedding day.

This is probably the most enjoyable part a bride to be would want to do of all the wedding preparations. Choosing what wedding gown to wear! If you’re planning to get married, there are lots of pointers that you have to consider when choosing a wedding gown. You can go traditional with all the veils and laces or opt to wear a chick modern wedding dress that accentuates your best features.

Modern wedding dresses are especially good for themed wedding occasions like garden or beach weddings. Modern wedding has more casual type of setting compared to a traditional wedding and somewhat more exciting. Dresses to wear on this type of setting must also be harmonious with the general theme you would want to have.

It is extremely important to choose according to your wedding theme, style of dress that you will be comfortable wearing and the budget as well. It is being balanced of these three factors that you have to decide on to make sure you are doing the right thing. Being the apple of the eye of everyone on your very special day is one good reason to give more time deciding what dress to wear.

You can browse wedding magazines available that display various wedding dresses from absolutely traditional to super modern style wedding dresses. You can also spend a day or two walking on wedding boutiques to widen your choices before actually pinpointing which in

Choosing to have a modern wedding theme gives you the option to you wear a chic and modern wedding dress as well. You can go from light and soft pastels to more colorful, bright dresses as long as you feel it shows harmony and compatibility with the entire theme. If you are planning to have a beach wedding, a short wedding dress is better to ensure that you don’t worry about long tails or gown hems touching the waters and getting wet.

You may also want to wear additional accessories like pearls and beaded accessories to accentuate your look and the wedding theme. Modern wedding themes allow you carry such unique, beautiful bunch of accent flowers that

are exceptionally fabulous as your wedding theme and you. You can also wear long strings of tropical flowers around your neck for an overall tropical look! You can even walk down the sand aisle barefooted, so cool and unconventional!

Overall, whether you choose to wear a traditional wedding dress or a casual modern one, making sure that you will look fabulous on that very special day counts the most. Choosing what wedding dress to wear is very important and should be given enough time for decision making.

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THURSDAY MAR 16TH IBN Biz Lunch 11:30am at Golden Corral FRIDAY MAR 17TH Johnson City Love & Hiking Date For Couples (Self-Guided) 7:00am at Willow Springs Park Ladies Night 6:30pm at Into the Fire Weekly YuGiOh Duel Night 6:00pm at CardFox SATURDAY MAR 18TH Johnson City Love & Hiking Date For Couples (Self-Guided) 7:00am at Willow Springs Park Storytime and Paint 10:00am at Into the Fire Shamrock Shuffle 5K 4:00pm at King Commons Park St. Patrick’s Day Dance 8:00pm at JC Elks Lodge Songwriter's Round 8:00pm at Wallace Theater SUNDAY MAR 19TH

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KINGSPORT FRIDAY MAR 17TH St. Patty’s Day Pub Crawl 6:00am Starting at High Voltage SATURDAY MAR 18TH Nature: Wolf Howling 10:00am at Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium Saturday Matinee 2:00pm at Kingsport Public Library

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motorcycles. I own 2. One is considered a “classic” as it is now 30 years old. The other is a newer bike... 2018. Both are Harley-Davidson. Both are my mechanical babies. My children, so to speak. My tech is Doug Krockow. Doug started his journey into the realm of motorcycle maintenance in 1993. His basic studies began at the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute Phoenix.

He procured his certificate in Basic Motorcycle Maintenance Program Harley-Davidson Technician Program HarleyDavidson Late Model Program Harley-Davidson Early Model Program. Doug was employed through various HD dealerships, attending new certification classes which include technician, expert technician, motor chassis, master electrical, and Master of service technologies. Doug knows Harley Davidson motorcycles.

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rolls, he understands the value of a well-organized and clean shop.

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The answer will almost always be no… unless the controversy directly impacts your brand or industry.

Inserting yourself into a conversation that does not directly impact you could have negative results for your company.

Your stance on a controversial issue should not be known to the public unless your business is

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directly impacted by it. Free speech applies, but that does not mean the consequences of that speech are free of repercussions. Your brand could be irreparably damaged by one comment.

Silence is golden in controversial situations and can mean the difference between repeat business and a negative reputation. Think about the consequences on your brand before you make a decision to speak on an issue that does not directly impact you or your business. *Printed in Volume ___ Issue __, January ___, 2022*

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Is Your Two Cents Worth It?

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to give my seal of approval on all accounts.

I must admit, I was a bit skeptical on the idea of AsianMexican fusion by way of Johnson City Tennessee.

While hearing this kooky concept was being spearheaded by the successful Stir Fry Group was a bit of a comfort, I had my initial reservations; especially when they began construction which involved obstructing the historic Coca-Cola mural that had been lovingly restored at the end of Tipton Street. Since their opening happened in the time since I relocated to Nashville, I only recently had the opportunity to make my first visit to the restaurant, and from food to structure, I am more than happy

of ranch because no matter how hard I try to escape, I am pure white trash at heart, but just know they are not typically served that way.) The oyster selection changes daily, but these were large and briney, just the way I like.

Stepping into the lobby, guests are immediately greeted by the historic mural I was so concerned with losing. Instead of covering up with drywall and studs, they just added on to the sturdy bricks that once marked the end of For the mains I was immediately Tipton Street, showcasing the drawn to the “Old School Stir painting with twinkling starburst Fry” section of the menu. Being lighting that illuminates a a Johnson City girl who spent gorgeous curved staircase leading too many nights in the earlyto the main dining room. I was mid 2000s dancing to Lil’ John surprised to see the bulk of the at the original Stir Fry Black & dining experience is executed Red parties before going to The upstairs, with the kitchen being Planet, I was hungry for some the showcase downstairs. I can nostalgia. These noodle and rice only imagine they’ve installed based dishes are huge and easily an elevator or dumbwaiter shareable, which means I need somewhere in the building or their to go back 5 times to try them all. service staff must have legs like a The Pad Thai was delicious, as was team of Clydesdales from running the Curry Basil Noodles. You’re up and down those stairs. given the options of proteins and add on’s, and we personally While the entire space is an eclectic expression of art, nowhere added chicken to ours, as well as a piping hot Miso Soup. is that more obvious than the bar. Running the length of the left wall, the lucite bartop is up-lit with hundreds of sliced geodes.

Arranged in every different color and shape, you can’t miss an Instagrammable moment with your cocktail at this showpiece.

For the “Juan” selections on the menu, there appear to be some tasty and unique tacos, which I will have to try on another trip. Following my Asian feast, there was no way I had room for anything else!

While I was busy admiring the architecture, I can’t forget to mention the food. For starters we enjoyed the Thai Chicken Wings and Fresh Oysters. I’m not the greatest reference in terms of heat, as I only consider something hot if it results in tears the next day, but I don’t think these would be offensive to someone more sensitive to spicy food. Tossed in chili paste, garlic and cilantro, they were still juicy and bursting with flavor. (I did ask for a side

The bar menu had some cool and refreshing cocktails that are sure to compliment the spicy, flavorful dishes. You can never go wrong with a classic Ranch Water or Margarita, but I was most intrigued by the rotating flavors of frozen libations. I’ve heard from a few friends they are dangerously delicious, but unfortunately the machine was down on the evening I was there. Again, I’m just happy to have another mission to return and report back, because a frozen

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daquiri sounds like the perfect warm weather compliment to those tacos I didn’t get to try.

The wine selection was fairly straightforward and basic. The standard wine drinker would have no complaints, but of course I would enjoy seeing a few more interesting whites on the list. A budget friendly Vouvray, Picpoul de Pinet, or Albarino would be an excellent pairing for the cuisine here. I do think the focus of their menu is on their beautiful cocktails and that’s really where they shine, which is something I will never complain about.

All in all, I was pleasantly surprised by my experience at Juan Siao and I’m actually excited to return. I’m sure their warm weather menu changes will aim to please, and it seems like the perfect place to beat the summer heat with spicy plates and icy glasses.

XO - Kathie

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Chow Down at Juan Siao

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This week I am covering one of the documentaires that is up for Best Documentary Feature Film for the Academy Awards.

The film follows brothers Mohammad Saud and Nadeem Shehzad of India as they treat injured birds in India. The brothers were raised in New Delhi, and have an affection for Black Kites, a medium sized bird of prey they have seen and admired since their childhood. Unfortunately due to the heavily polluted skies of New Delhi, the birds often fall from the sky, and the brothers rescue as many as they can to treat their injuries. The brothers bird clinic is in Wazirabad, Delhi, and they have treated over 20,000 birds of prey over the last 20 years, helping the ecosystem in a country dealing with the aforementioned heavy pollution. The brothers have help from others in their efforts, and sometimes

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clash over rescue attempts and other matters. In one memorable scene, one of the birds grabs one of the siblings' glasses and flies away with them. In addition to the horrible air of the country there is also escalating violence in the country, of which we hear in the background but don't hear. One other interesting fact about one of the world's most populated cities is how monkeys, cows, frogs, rats and hogs jostle for space with humans. With all the pollution and upheaval around them the brothers bring a sense of peace to the area with their treatment of the birds. In other words, the city seems to be falling apart all around them, but they continue their life's calling.

I was mesmerized by this film and the stark contrast between the peacefulness of the birds flying above and the heavily populated city below. One shot of hundreds of birds in the sky is a scene I will never forget. No special effects, just nature putting on a spectacular show. While most movie fans may shy away from documentaires, this is one I recommend you take the time to watch.

The film has already won several awards already and they are deserved. The film is a co-production of India, the United Kingdom and the United States. The language spoken in the film

is Hindi, and has subtitles, which I know many do not enjoy, but this film is worth the effort. I really enjoyed this tale of two brothers caring for injured birds, and I feel if you take the time to view this film you will as well. Speaking of the Oscars, the other nominees for Documentary Feature Film are as follows: "All the

Beauty and the Bloodshed", "Fire of Love", "A House Made of Splinters" and "Navalny".

After viewing this film I really want to make an effort to see the other nominees. Now streaming on HBO Max, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV. (Not Rated)

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All That Breathes

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CONCERT SCHEDULE Bristol

GREENVILLE

PARAMOUNT Mar 11 Free Fallin’-The Tom Petty Tribute Mar 12 Newsboys Mar 16 Farm and Fun Time Show with Sam Bush, Annabelle’s Curse and Bill and the Belles Mar 31/Apr 1 49 Winchester Apr 15 Best of the EaglesTribute to The Eagles Apr 29 Ashley McBryde (sold out) May 11 Steep Canyon Rangers May 19 A Brothers RevivalTribute to The Allman Brothers May 21 Mac Powell Jun 17 Nightrain-Tribute to Guns n Roses Jul 22 Head Games-Tribute to Foreigner Jul 29 Journeyman: Tribute to Eric Clapton Aug 12 Yellow Brick RoadTribute to Elton John Sep 16 EW&F-Tribute to Earth, Wind and Fire Oct 14 Lady SupremeTribute to Diana Ross

NISWONGER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Mar 11 Jefferson Starship Mar 31 Gentri (The Gentlemen Trio) Apr 4 One Night of Queen-performed

by Gary Mullen And the Works Apr 14 Mark Lowry Apr 22 Masters of Soul May 5 Wild World of Animals Free Community Concert Series May 13 Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives May 20 Get The Led OutLed Zeppelin Tribute

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TENNESSEE THEATRE Mar 16 Buddy Guy Mar 18 Cheap Trick Apr 26 Ben Folds and a Piano Apr 27 Wilco Apr 28 Amy Grant May 13 Alice Cooper May 20 Chelsea Handler Aug 18 Kansas

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RYMAN AUDITORIUM Mar 11 & 12 Bobby Weir and Wolf Bros Mar 18 Buddy Guy Mar 30,31 & Apr 1 GOOSE Apr 6 The Mountain Goats Apr 7 & 13 Morgan Wade Apr 8 Leann Rimes Apr 14 & 15 Lady A Apr 19 Leann Morgan (Opry House) Apr 21 David Spade Apr 27-29 Nickel Creek May 8-10 John Mellencamp May 19 Crowded House May 24 Rick Springfield Jul 6 Sam Bush Jul 13 Rhonda Vincent Jul 27 Ricky Skaggs Aug 19 Kansas ASCEND AMPHITHEATER May 6 Whiskey Myers May 11 Koe Wetzel Jun 23 Walker Hayes Jul 11 Foreigner and Loverboy Jul 18 Louis Tomlinson Jul 19 Yungblud Aug 27 Ghost Sep 12 /13 Artic Monkeys BRIDGESTONE ARENA Mar 31 Kane Brown Apr 7 Chris Tomlin Apr 16 New Edition May 4 Janet Jackson with Ludacris Jun 13 Duran Duran Jun 17 Bryan Adams and Joan Jett NISSAN STADIUM Apr 15 Luke Combs May 5-7 Taylor Swift May 19 Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks Jun 11 CMA Fest Jul 22 Ed Sheeran Jul 28-29 George Strait, Chris Stapleton & Little Big Town Jul 3 Matchbox Twenty and The Wallflowers

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I knew that warmer weather was well on its way long before any meteorologist said so. How? Oh, it was a small observation. One that, at first, I didn’t pay all that much attention to. “Huh. Didn’t I just replace this box of tissues?” I thought as I went through the last one in the box on the nightstand. I replaced it the following morning, then noticed a day or two later I had just gone through the box that was in my office.

just that the constant need for one is greatly diminished.

Even though I’ll be going through about two to three boxes a week, I welcome the yearly nasal dam burst.

I’m sure the people who make Puffs plus Vicks also welcome it. As they see a little spike in their sales from me. Picking up one of those bundled four packs at the grocery every single week. What I welcome about this is that it’s a surefire sign that Spring is well on its way.

Again, I thought “Didn’t I just replace this one?” That’s when I realized that Sure, it’s not going to happen my nose was showing its reliability as a weather forecaster, even more so than that groundhog up in Pennsylvania. Every year, sometimes twice a year, but typically as Winter starts the earliest stages of giving way to Spring, my nose will run every morning as if someone turned on a faucet and forgot about it.

This morning rush, which at times feels akin to the kind of flow a prospector would dance about, typically lasts from the time I get out of bed till I take a shower. The magic of the steam must be what “resets” my nose for the day. Of course, that doesn’t mean I won’t need to use a tissue or two for the rest of the day,

Batteries Not Included

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overnight, but it means the final weeks of cold are with us. For those of us who have always called East Tennessee home, we know this means playing a deceptive dance with warm days bundled right up against cold days. We don’t ween ourselves out of winter into Spring, we indecisively jerk back and forth.

But my nose reassures me. Yes, that “spring of deception,” as a popular online post you see around this time each year says, is a real thing.

I don’t worry about it for when it

comes to the seasons changing, my nose truly knows all. When does my nose settle down, you’re wondering? It typically stops before the season change fully arrives.

Maybe a week or so before the calendar says it’s Spring proper.

But till we get to the days when the warmth is here to stay, I’ll keep going about my day investing in boxes upon boxes and tissues and struggling to determine if I’ll need a jacket for the day or not. See you next week.

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The Nose Knows