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.

Friday, April 14

The Elizabethton Senior Dance Club will hold a dance at the Elizabethton Elks Lodge, No. 1847, 1000 N. Sycamore St., from 7 to 10 p.m. The Rambling Rose Band will provide music. Those attending the dances are asked to bring finger foods to share. There is a $6 door charge. The club holds dances the second and fourth Friday nights of each month. All seniors are welcome.

Saturday, April 15

Rocky Top Gun Permit School will offer a handgun carry permit class at 135 Keenburg Road, Elizabethton, starting at 8 a.m. Ken Potter, a veteran law enforcement officer, is the instructor for the class. Rocky Top is one of the first schools to offer permit training and has been teaching the program since 1997. Cost of the class is $55. You will need to bring your weapon and 50 rounds of ammo. Potter says for those who haven’t yet purchased a gun, loaner guns are available. You may call Ken at (423) 341-1709, (423) 543-6048 or email him at kpotter641@yahoo.com.

A Country Breakfast will be held from 7 to 10 a.m. at Fairview United Methodist Church. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy good food and great fellowship. The breakfasts, which are held every third Saturday of each month, consist of bacon, fresh ground sausage, tenderloin, eggs, pancakes, gravy and biscuits, cinnamon apples and more. Cost is by donation. The church is located at 878 Highway 81N, about five miles from downtown Jonesborough.

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).

Thursday, April 20

The Rotary Club of Elizabethton will hold its 46th Annual Bean Dinner at the T.A. Dugger Junior High Cafeteria, West E Street at Holly Lane. Dinner will be served from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person and may be purchased at the door or from club members or T.A. Dugger Jr. High students. Carry-outs will be available along with corn dogs and chips for children. For additional information, call 423-543-2221.

Friday, April 21

First United Methodist Preschool will have pre-registration at 10 a.m. in the church fellowship hall. This registration is for children ages 3-5. The child must be three years old on or before August 15 to be registered. A fee of $20 must be paid at this time for those students who obtain placement in the preschool for next fall. If you have any questions, please call the preschool at 543-3505, Ext. 202.

Saturday, April 22

A Business Showcase to benefit Graham’s Foundation will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the First Freewill Baptist Church, 706 1st St., Elizabethton. Come shop til you drop and support Graham’s Foundation, which provides support for preemies and their families. Many local vendors will be available for the public to shop. You can learn more about Graham’s Foundation by visiting their website: grahams foundation.org. Vendor spots are still available. For more information contact Erica Hall, NICU Ambassador, Graham’s Foundation, grahams4preemies@gmail.com or (423) 213-1641.

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.