
Downtown Bristol Blog
Free Credit Counseling Workshop

January 10, 2012 — Your credit can affect many aspects of your life. Buying a house, financing a vehicle, renting a property, or even qualifying for a job. This workshop will explain how you can improve your credit We will explain how your credit score is calculated and how to use credit wisely. Workshop segments include: Credit report — how to read your report Credit score — learn how the score is determined Debt — learn the warning signs of too much debt Loans — learn the essesntials of the loan process Credit cards — learn valuable tips for using credit cards This workshop will be held at the Bristol Public Library on January 10 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. For questions, please contact Cindy Green at 276-274-2181, to register go to www.peopleinc.eventbrite.com.
Deadline Nears for Municipal Academy

The 4th Annual Citizens Municipal Academy’s application deadline is just around the corner. The final day one may apply for the academy is Monday, January 9, 2012. Applications may be obtained on-line at www.bristoltn.org or one may be picked up in the City Manager’s Office (Room 201) located in the Municipal Building at 801 Anderson Street.
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Dailey and Vincent are back in BRISTOL!

Paramount Center for the Arts presents: Dailey and Vincent — SATURDAY, JANUARY 7, 2012 AT 8:00PM. Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent became the most heralded new act in bluegrass as their debut album Dailey & Vincent (2008) and busy tour schedule introduced them to wildly appreciative audiences. The group took home seven awards at the 2008 International Bluegrass Music Awards Show, including Entertainer of the Year and Album of the Year. Brothers from Different Mothers presents the band at a level of synergy that only comes from constant live performing. It exudes the enthusiasm of a venture still fresh for all its participants. Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent have been bluegrass musicians throughout their careers and never depart from that core sensibility on Brothers from Different Mothers. But, like the earliest icons, they also push the bluegrass envelope. Best of all, they've found the closest thing to brotherhood — a true musical partnership. - adapted from the notes by Fred Bartenstein
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2012 Kickoff Wine Tasting at Inari

January 07, 2012 — Saturday 4:00pm until 6:45 pm (or until it's gone) $5 per person. Please see below for details!
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Old Christmas Celebrated in Story by the Beaver Creek Storytellers

The 606 State Street Gallery, located at 606 State Street, Bristol, Tennessee, presents The Beaver Creek Storytellers celebration of Old Christmas, on Thursday, January 5, 2012 at 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Admission is $5.00. There will be free refreshments at intermission.
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Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion 2012 — Annual Poster Art Competition

Each year the Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion annual poster artwork becomes an item for collectors and festival enthusiasts alike. In fact, the posters are in such high demand that many of them are completely out of print. Renowned artists such as P. Buckley Moss, Charles Vess and April Street have all contributed their talents for the annual poster. You could add your name to this distinguished list by entering your artwork in our BRRR 2012 Annual Poster Art Competition.
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BRRR 2012 Arts & Crafts, Food Vending Space NOW OPEN!

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion is now accepting applications from vendors who wish to sell their wares during the annual music event. "We are always looking for vendors who have something unique to offer," says BRRR Vending Committee Chair Katie Sword. "Space is limited and it fills up very quickly so we urge everyone who is interested to get their applications in as soon as possible for consideration."
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SALE at Wm. King Clothiers

Our SALE is special because we only have two a year, and they only last a short time. We have already begun receiving our Spring 2012 merchandise, so we are moving out the old to make room for the new. In other words, NOW is the time to save substantially on our quality clothing. Visit 534 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620 or phone 423-968-9383, http://wmkingclothiers.com.
The King College Photography Department will display their artwork at the Bristol Public Library's Virgie R. Fleenor Art Gallery during the month of January & February
Photo by Clinton Warmoth
Artwork by the King College Photography Department will be featured in the Bristol Public Library’s Virgie R. Fleenor Gallery in January and February. The first gallery exhibit of the New Year is a compilation of works from the Spring 2011 King College Photography Project Lab. “This course is a unique experience for our students. Each semester a different focus or topic is chosen and then students from all levels of the program work together with their distinct and varying talents,” explains Tammy Mercure, King College Photography Professor.
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Upcoming Events
King College Students' Photography at Bristol Public Library
January 03 - February 29, 2012Old Christmas Celebrated in Story by the Beaver Creek Storytellers
January 05, 2012Behind the Note to perform at O'Mainnin's
January 06, 2012Slow Motion Trio to perform at Machiavelli's
January 06, 2012DAILEY AND VINCENT to perform at The Paramount
January 07, 2012The Sound Drivers to perform at O'Mainnin's
January 07, 2012Dirty Bourbon River Show with RELACKSACHIAN at Machiavelli's
January 07, 20124th Annual Citizen's Municipal Academy registration deadline
January 09, 2012Children's Storytime at Bristol Public Library
January 09, 2012Tuesday Pottery Class at One of a Kind Gallery
January 10, 2012Tuesday Basic Drawing Class at One of a Kind Gallery
January 10, 2012Sculpture for youth class at One of a Kind Gallery
January 10, 2012Credit Counseling Workshop
January 10, 2012Children's Storytime at Bristol Public Library
January 10, 2012Wednesday Day Pottery at One of a Kind Gallery
January 11, 2012Wednesday Drawing II at One of a Kind Gallery
January 11, 2012Pottery for Youth at One of a Kind Gallery
January 12, 2012Bristol Public Library heads to Chill Hill at Bristol Motor Speedway
January 12, 2012Kids' Art Hour at One of a Kind Gallery
January 12, 2012Annie Robinette to perform at O'Mainnin's
January 12, 2012Underhill Rose to perform at Machiavelli's
January 13, 2012Untold Empire to perform at O'Mainnin's
January 13, 2012Set The Controls –Recreating The Music of Pink Floyd at The Paramount
January 14, 2012Strike Zone to perform at O'Mainnin's
January 14, 2012Jared Bentley to perform at Machiavelli's
January 14, 2012Childrens Storytime at Bristol Public Library
January 16, 2012Children's Storytime at Bristol Public Library
January 17, 2012Open Mic for Original Music at 620 State
January 17, 2012Kim Lyons to perform at 620 State
January 18, 2012Miss Tess to perform at Machiavelli's
January 19, 2012Souper Supper at Bristol Public Library
January 19, 2012Governor Bill Haslam announces 2012 legistlative agenda
January 20, 2012Big O Jam Band to perform at Machiavelli's
January 20, 2012Uncle Hamish and the Hooligans
January 20, 2012Pseudo Blue to perform at Machiavelli's
January 21, 2012The Jones Boys Band to performat 620 State
January 21, 2012Behind the Note to perform at 620 State
January 23, 2012Childrens Storytime at Bristol Public Library
January 23, 2012Open mic for original music at 620 State
January 24, 2012Annie Robinette to perform at 620 State
January 25, 2012Blue Thursday to perform at 620 State
January 26, 2012Family Game Night at Bristol Public Library
January 26, 2012More Upcoming Events »