Saturday, April 1

Watauga Valley Fife and Drums from 10 a.m. until noon. The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!

Inkle Weaving from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. Join instructor Ronnie Lail and learn how to weave wide sashes, narrow bands, and shoelaces on a loom that is light-weight and easy to carry around! You can create wonderful patterns through varied placement of colorful thread. Bring scissors. The cost is $60 which includes a loom to keep and all the supplies. If you have your own supplies the cost is $10 for instruction or $20 for instruction and thread.

Sunday, April 2

Handspinning for Beginners from 1:30 until 4 p.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. Join instructor Margaret Crouch for this class. Have you always wanted to learn to spin? This class is meant for those who have never used a spinning wheel before. You’ll learn the basics of drafting wool and using the wheel to make yarn. If you have a spinning wheel, plan to bring it, along with your spare bobbins. Cost of the class is $35 which includes prepared wool roving ready to spin.

Monday, April 3

Elizabethton Shrine Club will meet at Dashiell Masonic Lodge F&AM at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call George Lopota, 432-725-4123, or John Colbaugh, 423-895-2349.

Dashiell Masonic Lodge #238 F&AM will meet at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call John Colbaugh, 423-895-2349.

Nicotine Anonymous, a 12-Step Recovery Program of Mutual Support for those who want to stop smoking or live free of nicotine in any form, will meet at 7 p.m. at the Carter County Drug Prevention Coalition Youth Opportunity Center, 546 East Elk Ave., Elizabethton. There are no dues or fees. You only need to bring a desire to stop using nicotine. Contact Thad at 423-306-3866 for more information.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) will meet at First Baptist Church, 212 East F St., Elizabethton. Weigh-in begins at 5:30-6:30 p.m. with the meeting starting at 6:45 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend these meetings. For more information, call Joan Jarrett at 268-2100 or 914-1954 or Peggy Nave at 957-1114 or go to our website at www.tops.org (800-932-8677).

Saturday, April 8

Carter Mansion Celebration & Militia Muster from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the historic Carter Mansion located at 1031 Broad St., Elizabethton. Join us for two days of history, traditional arts and family fun as we celebrate the oldest frame house in Tennessee, and the historically prominent Carter family. Travel back to the 1780s and tour the Carter Mansion. Witness living history reenactors demonstrating aspects of 18th century life, and see local craftsmen showcasing traditional skills.

Watauga Valley Fife and Drums from 10 a.m. until noon. The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!

Watercolor Painting — Join instructor Barbara Jernigan for a watercolor painting workshop focused on Landscape Painting and Sketching Outdoors. From 9 a.m. until noon at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. Cost: $12 (plus supplies) or $20 (includes supplies). Learn and practice watercolor techniques and style.

Forestland management program — If you own forestland in the Tri-Cities area, the Appalachian Woodlands Alliance and Virginia Forest Landowner Program invite you to learn how you can work with local mills and foresters to manage your woodlands for long-term profit and forest health. On April 8, from 9 am to 1 pm, join us at the Domtar Kingsport mill, located at 100 Clinchfield Street, Kingsport, TN, 37660, for a free lunch and a workshop with local forestry experts. It is free to attend with prior registration. Register to attend by calling (540) 231-6391 or by visiting http://forestupdate.frec.vt.edu/onlineregistration.html.

Sunday, April 9

Carter Mansion Celebration & Militia Muster from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the historic Carter Mansion located at 1031 Broad St., Elizabethton. Join us for two days of history, traditional arts and family fun as we celebrate the oldest frame house in Tennessee, and the historically prominent Carter family. Travel back to the 1780s and tour the Carter Mansion. Witness living history reenactors demonstrating aspects of 18th century life, and see local craftsmen showcasing traditional skills.

Watauga Valley Art League Meeting and Program — from 1:30 until 3:30 p.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. Everyone is welcome to join the Watauga Valley Art League for their monthly meetings that feature a guest speakers and fellowship with area artists. WVAL meets the second Sunday of each month, except October.

Monday, April 10

Nicotine Anonymous, a 12-Step Recovery Program of Mutual Support for those who want to stop smoking or live free of nicotine in any form, will meet at 7 p.m. at the Carter County Drug Prevention Coalition Youth Opportunity Center, 546 East Elk Ave., Elizabethton. There are no dues or fees. You only need to bring a desire to stop using nicotine. Contact Thad at 423-306-3866 for more information.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) will meet at First Baptist Church, 212 East F St., Elizabethton. Weigh-in begins at 5:30-6:30 p.m. with the meeting starting at 6:45 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend these meetings. For more information, call Joan Jarrett at 268-2100 or 914-1954 or Peggy Nave at 957-1114 or go to our website at www.tops.org (800-932-8677).

Tuesday, April 11

Jericho Shrine Temple will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Airport Exit. For more information or needing a ride, call George Lopota, 423-725-4123 or 423-943-7440.

The Widow/Widower’s Dutch Treat and Bingo Luncheon, sponsored by Tetrick Funeral Home, Silver Angels Home Care Specialists and Hathaway-Percy Funeral & Cremation Services, will be held at 11:30 a.m. at Sugar Love Bakery & Cafe (located in the Bonnie Kate Building). Provide for your lunch from the menu and Silver Angels Home Care Specialists will treat you to a dessert. If you have lost a spouse, please join us. Feel free to bring a friend or friends with you. For more information, call Laura Graham at Tetrick Funeral Services in Johnson City, 423-610-7171. To make a reservation, call Terry Cole at Hathaway-Percy Funeral Home, 423-543-5544, by Friday, April 7, to reserve your place.

The Liberty Spinners — from 9:30 until 11:30 a.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. This gathering of spinners and fiber artists is open to anyone interested in the art of spinning. Join us at 9:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month (April to November).

Thursday, April 13

Carter County Proud will meet at 6 p.m. at Smoke House BBQ Company in Elizabethton to discuss upcoming cleanup initiatives in the county.

Saturday, April 15

Watauga Valley Fife and Drums — from 10 a.m. until noon. The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!

Landscape Seminar & Plant Auction — from 9 a.m. until noon at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. An exciting array of unusual ornamental and native perennials, trees and shrubs will be auctioned during this event. A great opportunity to add new species to your landscape! Sponsored by The UT Extension Service, East Tennessee Nursery Association, and the Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber of Commerce.

Monday, April 17

Nicotine Anonymous, a 12-Step Recovery Program of Mutual Support for those who want to stop smoking or live free of nicotine in any form, will meet at 7 p.m. at the Carter County Drug Prevention Coalition Youth Opportunity Center, 546 East Elk Ave., Elizabethton. There are no dues or fees. You only need to bring a desire to stop using nicotine. Contact Thad at 423-306-3866 for more information.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) will meet at First Baptist Church, 212 East F St., Elizabethton. Weigh-in begins at 5:30-6:30 p.m. with the meeting starting at 6:45 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend these meetings. For more information, call Joan Jarrett at 268-2100 or 914-1954 or Peggy Nave at 957-1114 or go to our website at www.tops.org (800-932-8677).

Saturday, April 22

Watauga Valley Fife and Drums from 10 a.m. until noon. The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!

Sunday, April 23

Old-Time Music Jam – Led by Art Lang. From 1:30 until 4 p.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. Enjoy the rich musical traditions of our region each month. Old-time musicians of all levels are welcome. Don’t play an instrument? Come on over, kick back, and enjoy the tunes!

Monday, April 24

Nicotine Anonymous, a 12-Step Recovery Program of Mutual Support for those who want to stop smoking or live free of nicotine in any form, will meet at 7 p.m. at the Carter County Drug Prevention Coalition Youth Opportunity Center, 546 East Elk Ave., Elizabethton. There are no dues or fees. You only need to bring a desire to stop using nicotine. Contact Thad at 423-306-3866 for more information.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) will meet at First Baptist Church, 212 East F St., Elizabethton. Weigh-in begins at 5:30-6:30 p.m. with the meeting starting at 6:45 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend these meetings. For more information, call Joan Jarrett at 268-2100 or 914-1954 or Peggy Nave at 957-1114 or go to our website at www.tops.org (800-932-8677).

Sunday, April 29

Watauga Valley Fife and Drums from 10 a.m. until noon. The Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications and parades. This group is open to anyone ages 13 & up. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary; just come with a willingness to learn. Meet our volunteer coordinator John Large at the Sycamore Shoals Visitors Center. Lessons are free of charge, just call and let us know you’re coming!

Basketry – Basil and Thyme — Join instructor Candy Alexander from 9 a.m .until 4 p.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. Create a traditional Appalachian herb basket with a wrapped handle. Learn to weave a God’s Eye. A variety of woven patterns will be offered for the hoop.  Dimensions: 12” rnd. x 10” high.  Bring garden or kitchen shears, an old hand towel, pencil, small measuring tape, small spray bottle of water, and strong clothespins. The cost of the program is $28.

Community Plant Exchange — from 9 until 10 a.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. The front parking lot will be bustling this morning!  Bring cuttings and potted outdoor and indoor plants, to exchange for species you don’t have — a fun way to meet other gardeners and increase your collection.