July through August

History At Home Summer Ranger Programs at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. A creative mix of historical & natural programs presented throughout the summer by our Seasonal Interpretive Rangers Jessica Newell and Stuart Shelton. These programs are great for the whole family to enjoy! Please call for weekly schedules or check them out at www.sycamoreshoalstn.org – choose Monthly Interpretive Programs/History at Home.

July 27 – 28

Liberty: The Saga of Sycamore Shoals – Our 40th Year! Celebrate the 40th Year of Tennessee’s official outdoor drama, presented by local performers against the backdrop of Fort Watauga. See the Revolution as told by the Overmountain Men: colonists who defied British law and settled on Cherokee lands. These settlers formed an independent government, made treaties with the Cherokee, defended their homes, and fought a British army at the epic battle of King’s Mountain. Bleacher seating is available in the Amphitheater. Sponsored by Friends of Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area. Performances set for Thursday – Saturday, July 27-28 at 7:30 p.m. Advance Ticket Sales:  www.thelibertydrama.com

Friday, July 27

Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 8 p.m. at the Cross Roads Building, 413 E. Elk Ave., Elizabethton.

Saturday, July 28

The Hampton High School Class of 1966 will meet for dinner at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s in Elizabethton at 6 p.m.

The Austin Radford Family Reunion will be held at the Sinking Creek Pavilion at noon. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish and dessert. For more information, call 423-725-4004.

Narcotics Anonymous will meet at 12:15 p.m. at the Cross Roads Building, 413 E. Elk Ave., Elizabethton.

Xtreme Roan Adventures Youth Rally 2018 — 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Children ages four and up enjoy a fun-filled day of nature talks, hikes, live animal exhibits, and lunch. Sponsored by the Friends of Roan Mountain, pre-registration required. For more information contact Roan Mountain State Park at 423-772-0190 or Friends of Roan Mountain at 423-773-9234 or email Ken@XtremeRoanAdventures.org.

Sunday, July 29

The Ward and Arnold Family Reunion will be held starting at 11 a.m. at the pavilion behind the Elizabethton Twins ballpark in Blackbottom. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish and family photos. For more information, call Ruth Carden at 725-3571.

Rhea Lodge No. 47, 210 Second Ave., Jonesborough, will host a Steak and Gravy Dinner from 11:30 a.m. til 1:30 p.m. Tickets will be $8 at the door. Children 12 and under will eat free (limit 2 per family).

A reunion for the families of Nancy Kathleen Markland, William Moses Thomas, Lucy Jane Emory and Andrew Jackson Jennings will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Civitan Shelter at Steele Creek Park, Steele Creek Road, Bristol.

Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 8 p.m. at the Cross Roads Building, 413 E. Elk Ave., Elizabethton.

Monday, July 30

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, or in the event of inclement weather, please call Joan Jarrett at 423-268-2100 or 423-914-1954 or Teresa Teague at 423-213-2770 or go to our website at www.tops.org (800-932-8677).

12 Step Meeting, “Recovery on the River,” will be held at 8 p.m. at The River’s Edge Church, 1200 Bypass, Hwy. 19E, Elizabethton.

Tuesday, July 31

Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 8 p.m. at the Cross Roads Building, 413 E. Elk Ave., Elizabethton.

Al-anon 12 Step Recovery Group will meet at 6 p.m. at 3871 Highway 19E, Elizabethton.

Saturday, Aug. 4

The 35th Annual Smith-White-Price Reunion will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hampton Christian Church Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m., and those attending are asked to bring covered dishes of food as well as family photos and memorabilia to share. Bring a gift to play Bingo. The church is located at 810 Deerfield Lane behind Hampton High School. For more information, call Peggy Lewis or Julie Blue at 725-2453 or Liz Street at 725-3011.

The descendants of Emmert Doc and Wilda Deloach will have their annual reunion at the home of Ray and Brenda Loveless. Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish for a lunch to be served around noon. For more information, call Gaye Loveless at 432-542-8129.

Sunday, Aug. 5

The Hendrix Family Reunion will be held at the Central Community Christian Church located just off Smalling Road in Carter County. Bring a covered dish and plan to join others in a family meal at 1 p.m. Eating and drinking utensils will be provided. For more information, call 245-8172.

Tuesday, Aug. 7

The Watauga Post No. 49 American Legion and Ladies Auxiliary will meet at the Post Home on Watauga Avenue. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with business meetings to follow. All Legionnaires and Auxiliary members are urged to attend. Any veterans interested in becoming a member of the post is invited to attend.

Sunday, Aug. 12

The Perkins Family from the Shell Creek area will have their annual reunion at 1 p.m. at Morgan Branch Freewill Baptist Church, Shell Creek. For more information, call Wanda Frye at 772-3134.