Asked and Answered: Holiday Decorating
I am trying to plan my holiday decorating and generally like to put our family tree up the weekend after Thanksgiving. We have a real tree every year and I am concerned that they will not be available the weekend after Thanksgiving because it falls so early this year. Do you have any idea when […]
R. R. Martin’s “A Clash of Kings”
Some readers may remember that some months ago I reviewed George R. R. Martin’s A Game of Thrones. Well, I have delved into the series some more and decided that it was time to review the second novel in the A Song of Ice and Fire series: A Clash of Kings. With such a developed […]
Have you ever had a brain blip?
Have you ever had a brain blip? Well, it seems I’m having more than my share. All day yesterday, I thought it was Sunday. I have no idea what happened to Saturday. Late Saturday night, I finally realized it was not Sunday. I said realized because it gives me some grace but really, I was […]
Buying Gifts for Children
Where does time go? It seems like yesterday that summer was in full bloom and school was a memory. Now… we are looking at the holiday season peeking around the corner. In a few short weeks Thanksgiving will arrive, bringing her bountiful feast and blessings, followed by Christmas and New Year’s Eve. It is time […]
Who can resell items copyrighted outside the US?
Does one really own what one buys? It sounds like a silly question, but increasingly in the global economy, this is becoming a serious thought for pondering. The digital age has brought the idea that consumers purchase use rights, rather than actually purchasing software, digital music, or e-books. Yet for over one hundred years, U. […]
Nov 13, League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of Jefferson County will hold its monthly program on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, 7:00 p.m., at the Jefferson City Community Center conference room. The program will feature guest speaker Judy Poulson, representing the Tennessee State League. Ms Poulson will discuss the League’s state and national goals for this year. Both […]
Nov 13, Book signing at New Market’s Minnis House B & B
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 from 5:30-8:00pm in honor of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s Birthday. She was a New Market resident and the author of Little Lord Fauntleroy, The Secret Garden, and The Little Princess. The owners, David & Kim Stapleton, are hosting the event with local & regional authors including Bill Landry, Sam Venable, Chef Walter […]
Fall 2012 Reading Program
Jefferson City Public Library, 1427 Russell Avenue, Jefferson City, TN 37760 is inviting all children to their Fall Reading Programs. Story hour every Friday at 11:00-12:00. We will be reading, singing, crafting, and just having a ball. Kids don’t forget to come early and pick out your books! Don’t fret older kids; we also have […]
Free Beginner Computer Workshops
Everyone in the community is welcome to attend. Registration is not required. We are encouraging customers to bring their own laptops. We have a limited amount of laptops and may require you to double up on them. So invite a friend and join us for these free workshops. Friday, November 9, 2012: Microsoft Word: letters, […]
Nov 8, Night Of The Patriots 2012 at JCHS
Night of the Patriots 2012 will be November 8 at 7:00 PM in the JCHS Gym. This is the 20th annual show, celebrating patriotism, showcasing student talent, and most importantly honoring our local veterans. All veterans are invited to enjoy a complementary chili supper in the Commons Area from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A […]
Nov 7, AARP Driver Safety Course hosted by Dandridge Senior Center
The Dandridge Senior Center will host an AARP Driver Safety Course on Wednesday, November 7, at the Dandridge Senior Center, 917 Elliott Ferry Road. Class hours are 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. To register, contact Center Director Linda Manley, 865 397-7605. To recognize and thank Veterans for their dedication and commitment to service, AARP Driver […]
Nov 9th, Veteran’s Breakfast Hosted by Rush Strong School
Rush Strong School wishes to honor veterans in the Strawberry Plains community with a breakfast and program beginning at 8:30 AM on Friday November 9th. Please RSVP by email to odelln@k12tn.net, on the web at www.jc-schools.net/rss or by calling the school office at 933-5313.
Nov 17th, The William Blevins Institute for Spirituality and Mental Health seminar
The next seminar of The William Blevins Institute for Spirituality and Mental Health is “The Healing Potential of Gratitude” on Saturday, November 17, 9:00 a.m. – Noon, in 151 Ted Russell Hall on the Carson-Newman campus. Register online at www.cn.edu/BlevinsInstitute or call 865-471-3311.
A Celebration of Shakespeare’s Works
Adapted and directed by UT Theatre faculty member, Kate Buckley, the production is set in a timeless context and includes monologues, scenes, forty-two characters, excerpts from nineteen plays, and six songs. “The majority of the creative input for this production was undergraduate driven. Their excitement in exploring Shakespeare’s characters has made this project a unique […]