Downtown Bristol Blog
This week's "Meet the Merchant" featuring new business to Historic Downtown Bristol: Fabric, Etc.!
Fabric, Etc.
507 State Street
Bristol, VA 24201
276.644.4775
507Fabric@gmail.com
How did Fabric, Etc. come about?
We really wanted to have a name that represented what we were going to primarily have in our store, but also, that we had more than just fabric! We went through many, many names trying to be creative and crafty, (asking all of our friends and family too) but, none of the other names did the job of letting everyone know what we offer. Even though Fabric, Etc. is very basic, it let's everyone know what we primarily carry and that we carry much more than just fabric! We both love people, and that's really what it's all about for us. Making friends and being able to help them make their decorating dreams come true is reason that we are in business.
Are you a Bristol native? If not, what brought you to Bristol?
I am a native of Bristol, and my husband Billy is from Kingsport. We will be married 22 years this June 21st, and have lived here most of that time, but moved to SC for 5 years, making it back this past December. We both felt like that we wanted to open a store, and my dream has always been to open a store on State Street!
Tell us about your family! Kids? Dogs? Cats?
Billy and I did not get the privilege to have children, but we love our Niece and Nephews so much, we consider them our kids whether they know it or not, LOL! It's so great to live in the same town with them again, as well as the rest of our awesome family! We have a little Jack Russell named Rylie, and we spoil her rotten!
Outside of your business, what are your other passions?
Billy and I both love the outdoors and adore living on the Holston River. We love our church. We love to make little trips to Asheville and Boone to admire the culture and Mountains. We both love music, which makes living in our awesome town very fun! We both like to play golf, even though we haven't gotten to play since we've moved back, and Billy loves to fish, and a is gun enthusiast.
Bristol Favorites
Favorite Bristol Restaurant: Right now, Whiskey Rebellion...great food!
Outdoor/recreation spot: The Holston River
Lunch spot: Bank St.!
Sweet Tooth: It's a toss up between The Southern Churn and Blackbird!
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Downtown Bristol Events
May 31 | Bristol Station Brews & Taproom
East Tennessee Comedy and The Beer Run present the "New Comedians Showcase," an evening of comedy with up-and-coming new talent! This comedy event at Bristol Station showcases top contestants from the recent "Funniest Person in the Tri-Cities" competition: Bryan Morton, Cliff Andrews, James Byrd, Jenny McKinney, & Kris Bell.
Cover is only $5!
June 1 | Downtown Center
The City of Bristol, Tennessee is ready to kick off the summer season with an event that the whole family will enjoy. Bristol’s Biggest Block Party will take place on Thursday, June 1st beginning at 5:00 PM at the Downtown Center, and there is no cost for admission.
The block party coincides with the opening night of the Full Moon Jam summer concert series, now in its 21st year. Live music will be provided by local favorites Southern 76, who will take the stage at 5:00 with their signature blend of country and classic southern rock. Then, at 7:00, Entice will heat up with stage with a blend of hits from yesterday and today that will have the crowd dancing in the street.
While the adults enjoy the music, the kids will have plenty of fun activities as well, with inflatables to bounce in, clowns, balloon animals, bubble tables, face painting, sidewalk chalk, and hula hoop contests. All this fun is certain to stir up a few appetites, and fortunately, there will be plenty of options available on site from Food Truck Junction, featuring delicious fare from Caribbean Grill, Catering-4u, and Smokin’ Pete’s BBQ, plus some cold treats to beat the heat from Kona Ice and Jolly Wally Ice Cream. As an added bonus, a limited number of hot dogs will be available to the first few hundred guests in attendance.
Last, but certainly not least, once the sun goes down, the party will literally go out with a bang as the first fireworks of the season light up the night sky just after 9:00. All this, plus a few very special surprises, can be found at Bristol’s Biggest Block Party on Thursday, June 1st, starting at 5:00 PM at the Downtown Center, 810 State Street, Bristol, TN. This event is made possible by 98.5 WTFM, the Bristol Herald Courier, and Food City.
Motorists should be aware that this block of State Street will be closed to thru traffic on this day for stage setup.
For more information about the event, please contact Terrie Talbert, Community Relations Director, at 423-764-4171 or tsmith-talbert@bristoltn.org.
June 1 | Downtown Center
George Goode and his band Southern 76 have been entertaining crowds with country and classic rock for 30 years. They provide some of the best local talent around.
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The City of Bristol Tennessee will host its annual free concert series "Full Moon Jam" on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Downtown Center (Country Music Mural), 810 State Street. Performances begin at 7 p.m. and continue until 9 or 9:30 p.m. through September 28th. Bring a lawn chair or come early to grab one of the 350 chairs provided on-site. Refreshments are sold in the concessions area for a nominal fee. Clean, well-stocked restrooms also available.
Bands subject to change without notice. For more information visit the City of Bristol TN website.
June 1 | Blackbird Bakery
Bella Bane will play Blackbird Bakery from 8-10pm.
June 2 | Bristol Public Library
Come have a unique experience at the library by joining us for the “Burst My Bubble” Game Demonstration on June 2 in the J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Meet game designer Dan Crutchfield, learn about the tabletop game industry, and get a sneak peek demo of Purple Potato Games’ latest game, “Burst My Bubble.” For more information about this family-friendly game and Purple Potato Games’ upcoming event, check out the “Burst My Bubble” Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Burstmybubblestrategycardgame.
June 2 | Cumberland Square Park
Bristol's annual Relay for Life will be held Friday, June 2nd from 5pm to midnight in Cumberland Square Park.
Sign up today at relayforlife.org/bristoltn.
Questions? Contact Amy Hopson at 423-502-0207 or amy.hopson@cancer.org.
June 2 | Downtown Bristol
About 49 Winchester
49 Winchester's sound takes the poetic lyrics of singer/guitarist Isaac Gibson & combines influence from the roots of blues & rock music with modern day influences to create an energetic and melodic blend of high energy folk rock. This eclectic group of musicians take pride in the brotherhood that being in a band holds, and their closeness as a unit shines through their live performance.
Border Bash, a free summer concert series held annually May through August, celebrates its 18th anniversary including children’s activities, arts & craft and food vendors in addition to live music and much more. All the events will rotate this year! The May 19th & July 21st events will be held in the Downtown Center, the June 2nd event will be in the 400 & 500 Block of State Street, the June 16th & August 4th events will be held in the Piedmont Intersection of State Street, and July 4th will be held in Cumberland Square Park.
Border Bash is hosted by Believe in Bristol, Birthplace of Country Music, and the Cities of Bristol. Sponsors include: Be.Ella Boutique, Blackbird Bakery, Bristol Pediatric Associates, P.C., Brown Edwards & Co., Camellia Digital, Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Anne and Ben Cowan, Express AV Productions, Kil’n Time Ceramics Studio, Rob Nicar, Revolution Curbside Recycling, Serendipity Boutique, Tom and Barbara Smith/Merrill Lynch, Tri City Tent and Event, Walling Distributing, Wellness Yoga of Bristol, Wells Fargo, Dr. and Mrs. Zaidi and media sponsors Bristol Herald Courier, Radio Bristol, 99.3 The X, WCYB-s, and WXBQ 96.9 FM .
June 2 | Downtown Bristol
About Indighost
Indighost is a psychedelic rock band from the Appalachian Highlands area. The band is known for their stunning live visuals, dirty guitar tones, catchy melodies, and vocally driven concert experience. Indighost is electric-fuzz-magic; with heavy grooves and cosmic riffs conjured from the ether like a strange wind uncovering the spires of a forgotten temple.
Border Bash, a free summer concert series held annually May through August, celebrates its 18th anniversary including children’s activities, arts & craft and food vendors in addition to live music and much more. All the events will rotate this year! The May 19th & July 21st events will be held in the Downtown Center, the June 2nd event will be in the 400 & 500 Block of State Street, the June 16th & August 4th events will be held in the Piedmont Intersection of State Street, and July 4th will be held in Cumberland Square Park.
Border Bash is hosted by Believe in Bristol, Birthplace of Country Music, and the Cities of Bristol. Sponsors include: Be.Ella Boutique, Blackbird Bakery, Bristol Pediatric Associates, P.C., Brown Edwards & Co., Camellia Digital, Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Anne and Ben Cowan, Express AV Productions, Kil’n Time Ceramics Studio, Rob Nicar, Revolution Curbside Recycling, Serendipity Boutique, Tom and Barbara Smith/Merrill Lynch, Tri City Tent and Event, Walling Distributing, Wellness Yoga of Bristol, Wells Fargo, Dr. and Mrs. Zaidi and media sponsors Bristol Herald Courier, Radio Bristol, 99.3 The X, WCYB-s, and WXBQ 96.9 FM .
June 3 | Studio Brew
Michael Landis is coming to Studio Brew with some new incredible cheeses, two of which are Studio Brew's new signature cheeses made with two of their craft beers.
Just $30.00 per person which includes a Meet & Greet Beer before the event. The Pairing and fun time after the event.
Tickets at $30/ $25 for Followers Of Fermentation Members
Call to book your seat at 423-360-3258 or email pam@studiobrew.beer.
June 3 | Studio Brew
Born in Bristol, Tennessee, and spending all of 2015 recording his debut album, 2016 holds nothing but promise for Derrick Ryan. A power house of heart and soul, a Derrick Ryan show will be a one of a kind experience.
June 3 | Bristol Station Brews & Taproom
Join Bristol Station and the American Outlaws to watch the USA v. Venezuela soccer match this Saturday at 10. Wear your Red, White, & Blue and receive $1 OFF beer purchases during the game!
June 5 | Blackbird Bakery
Join Blackbird Bakery for live bluegrass June 5th at 7pm.
June 6 | Bristol Public Library
As part of its spectacular Summer Celebration, the Bristol Public Library is offering a free movie presentation of The Big Year (2011). Based on the bestselling book by Mark Obmascik, The Big Year is an American comedy film starring Jack Black, Steve Martin, and Owen Wilson, which features a hilarious competition between 3 birders (portrayed by Black, Martin, and Wilson) as they try to identify the most number of bird species in a year. Each man has his own crisis to surmount as they take on the “Big Year” to identify and discover as many birds as they can in this hilarious, globe-trotting adventure.
It all starts at 6:00 p.m. in the J. Henry Kegley Meeting room, so don’t be late! Popcorn and bottled water will be served to movie attendees.
June 6 | Downtown Center
One of the best bluegrass bands in the Tri-Cities. Come out and enjoy those old time sounds when the music started.
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The City of Bristol Tennessee will host its annual free concert series "Full Moon Jam" on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Downtown Center (Country Music Mural), 810 State Street. Performances begin at 7 p.m. and continue until 9 or 9:30 p.m. through September 28th. Bring a lawn chair or come early to grab one of the 350 chairs provided on-site. Refreshments are sold in the concessions area for a nominal fee. Clean, well-stocked restrooms also available.
Bands subject to change without notice. For more information visit the City of Bristol TN website.
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