Childhood piano lessons and scales from a long ago memory; a guitar that needs dusting off and tuned; an audition that nerves got the better of; and watching reels of swing dancers having the time of their lives are no match for today’s senior ad
Now in its 24th year, the College for Older Adults offers non-credit education opportunities for persons 50 years of age and older at the Southwest Higher Education Center in Abingdon, Virginia.
McCrumb to lead book discussion
The Bristol Public Library welcomes New York Times best-selling author Sharyn McCrumb to Bristol Public Library Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m. for a book discussion as part of its VA250 Community Read.
Robert McCrary goes from chemistry to illustration/graphic design
Robert McCrary spent his career at Eastman Chemical Company as a chemical engineer, working in plastic processing.
Howard Carman migrates from science to poetry
Howard Carman’s journey started in the scientific world and migrated to poetry after retirement.
Tony DeVault came to the theater world after a varied career
Tony DeVault came to the theater world when he was 52.
Eamon Russell loves making music
Eamon Russell has been making music since he was in kindergarten and began playing the fiddle to emulate his brother.
The 2026 International FL3TCH3R Exhibit: Social & Politically Engaged Art returns in 2026 to downtown Johnson City, Tennessee, where it will be on view through Sept. 27 at Fischman Gallery.
Symphony of the Mountains celebrates a season of extraordinary milestones during its 17th Annual Gala, “Saluting Our Legacy,” Saturday, Sept. 19 at The Virginian in Bristol, Virginia.
'Notes on the State of Southwest Virginia' author speaks
Ed Morgan, an Abingdon writer, naturalist and former mayor, discusses his new book, “Notes on the State of Southwest Virginia,” Sunday, Sept. 27, at 3 p.m. as part of the “Sunday with Friends” literary series, sponsored by the F
Rhythm & Roots celebrates 25 years of region's musical heritage
Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion, a division of the nonprofit Birthplace of Country Music, returns to State Street in historic downtown Bristol, Sept. 11-13, boasting a stellar lineup including headliners Sierra Ferrell, Old Crow Medicine Show, St. Paul&
Theatre Bristol brings “The Mockingbird Sings” back to its ARTspace Stage Sept. 4-6 and 9-10, leading into the 2026 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion Festival with a special presentation of the Bristol recording sessions story with a Bristol
Three years after its world premiere at Barter’s Smith Theatre, “Grandma Gatewood Took a Walk” continues to draw audiences back for the remarkable true story of Emma “Grandma” Gatewood.
Linda Garnett finds satisfaction and friendship in the music world
Linda Garnett made a career as an educator teaching teachers to teach at Virginia Highlands Community College and served as an administrator in the Washington County Virginia School System. Her career left her little time for one of her favorite pastim
