Community Calendar

COMMUNITY

SUMMER READING PROGRAM: Through July at all Washington County Public Library locations including Abingdon, Damascus, Glade Spring, Hayters Gap, Mendota; activities include scavenger hunt, pirate and bug programs from Hands On Museum and vehicle swap; activities for teens feature summer swap and Stephenie Meyer book special; free, open to the public; (276) 676-6382 or http://www.wcpl.net.

PALEO HIKE: Bristol, Tenn., Steele Creek Park Nature Center, July 11, 4-6 p.m.; moderate 1.5 mile hike through prehistoric path; (423) 989-5616.

NOLICHUCKY RIVER CLEANUP: Jonesborough, Riverpark Campground Gazebo, July 12, 11 a.m.; sign in and receive trash bags, gloves; free food, entertainment follows; prize drawings; Anna and Tonet Davis, (423) 743-7855.

MEET MR. LINCOLN: Wise County Public Library, July 12, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; special program during the Battles at Wise re-enactment sponsored by The Napoleon Hill Foundation.

PICNIC: Bluff City, Boardwalk, July 12, 2-4 p.m.; hosted by Sullivan County Democratic Women; speaker, Mary Sasser, speaker Sen. Jim Sasser, everyone welcome; Mary Ann Leonard, (423) 323-4320.

BRUNCH: Bristol, Va., Holiday Inn Convention Center, Exit 7, July 16, 10 a.m.; hosted by Bristol Christian Women’s Club; $13; guest speaker, author Valarie Williams, music by Charlotte Clay, yoga with Eileen McIlvne; nursery available on request; reservations with Nancy Young, (423) 968-7976.

AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE EVENT: Abingdon, Washington County Fairgrounds, July 18-20; classes include jumping, reining, barrel racing, cutting, roping, pole bending; halter classes held; exhibitors earn points that turn into awards or cash at year’s end; Sharon Kostrova, (919) 498-0075; AQHA, (806) 376-4811 or http://www.aqha.com.

TEEN BLOCK PARTY ON BROAD: Marion, July 19, part of annual Downtown Days festival; local teen bands invited to perform, local radio station Z-103 (WZVA, 103.5 fm) will broadcast live; Ken Heath, (276) 783-4190 or .

FUN DAY: Piney Flats, Edgefield United Methodist Church, 745 Pickens Bridge Rd., July 19, 11 a.m.-3 p.m; hot dog lunch, cake walk, kids games; Bassmaster Casting Kids Competition for ages 7-10 and 11-14, rods and reels provided, prizes awarded; all activities free.

REMOTE AREA MEDICAL: Free health care outreach, Wise County Fairgrounds, July 25-27; complete eye exams, prescription glasses, dental fillings, extractions, cleanings, hearing exams, hearing aids, chest x-rays, bone density, sigmoidoscopy, cholesterol checks, mammograms, pap smears, medical specialty exams; provided for uninsured, underinsured, unemployed and those who cannot afford to pay; registration begins at 6 a.m. daily, first come first serve basis; (276) 835-9474.

TAZEWELL COUNTY FAIR: Tazewell County Fairgrounds, Aug. 10-16; contests for various ages, car and truck show, races, derbys, food booths, entertainment and more; bring items for quilt show entry Aug. 12 from 1-7 p.m.; (276) 988-7300 or http://www.tazewellcountyfair.org.

CAR SHOW: Johnson City, Freedom Hall, Aug. 19, 1-6 p.m.; new event at UMOJA festival for classic, antique cars, trucks, motorcycles; no entry fee or judging; Wayne Robertson, (423) 232-6219; limited space, register early.

PAGEANTS

MISS LONESOME PINE RACEWAY: Coeburn, Cultural Arts Building, July 19, 1 p.m.; open to all areas; nine age groups for girls, birth-18; group for married or ever been married women; group for boys, birth-5; side events; Sue Morris, 403 Charleston St., Weber City, VA 24290, (276) 386-9555, or Sandy Chapman, 911 Nottingham Rd., Gate City, VA 24251, (276) 386-9524, .

MISS, JUNIOR MISS TAZEWELL COUNTY FAIR: Tazewell Middle School, July 26, 6:30 p.m.; applications at fair office, online at tazewellcountyfair.org or call (276) 988-7300 for mailing.

SUMMER CAMPS

THEATRE BRISTOL: Theatre Bristol School of the Arts, July 14-18, Storybook Live!; $100, due at registration; (423) 968-4977.

CULINARY ARTS EXPLORATION: Bristol, Va., Southeast Culinary & Hospitality College, 100 Piedmont Ave., July 14-25; ages 14-18 with interest in culinary arts; hands-on classes in commercial kitchen, field trips, visiting chefs; receive chef’s uniform, lunch each day, training by professional certified chefs, professional cooking book; earn ServSafe Certification, five college credit hours upon successful completion; $595; (276) 591-5699 or http://www.tricityhospitality.com.
KIDS KAMP: Elizabethton, 110 Corn Maze Lane, Beck Mountain Corn Maze & Entertainment Barn Camps through Aug. 8 for ages 8-15; Creek Critter program, anti-bully program, anti-drug program, self defense, nature hikes, archery, Guard Your Heart and Abstinence program for appropriate age group, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday; $125 per kid; $25 non-refundable deposit; (423) 543-2676, cell, (423) 543-1045.

ETSU: July 28-Aug. 1, Renaissance Camp for ages 6-12, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily; July 14-18, Digital Media Camp, for rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., $375; July 21-25, science and forensics camp, ages 12-15, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, $175; cost reduction when registering siblings or for more than one camp; (800) 222-3878 or http://www.etsu.edu/scs/renaissancechild.htm.

HEALING ARTS CENTER: Bristol, Va., 36 Moore St.,  July 19, 22, for grades 4-8; learn to make good food choices, earth friendly crafts, walking tours, exercise, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (flexible as needed); $25 includes lunch and snacks; Kathy Fisher, (276) 466-4183.

PALEO-PIONEER CAMP: ETSU and GSB Natural History Museum at Gray Fossil Site, Exit 13 on I-26, July 7-Aug. 1, 8:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m., ages 8-11; pre-register for four one-week sessions, (866) 202-6223 or http://www.grayfossilmuseum.-com.

THE STARWOOD PERFORMING ARTS CAMP: Johnson City Community Theatre, through July 13, ages 8-18; musical theater intensive for young performers will offer full scale musical and straight plays plus classes in dance, voice and acting; http://www.starwoodcamp.com.

FOR ANIMALS

PET HAVEN RESCUE CENTER: Tazewell County; no-kill facility has several dogs, cats in need of permanent homes; all are spayed or neutered, had first set of vaccinations, dewormed, flea-treated; $15 cats, kittens; $35 dogs, puppies; (276) 326-3483.

ANIMAL DEFENSE LEAGUE OF WASHINGTON CO., VA.: Spay, neuter assistance, adoptions; monthly meetings; (877) 301-2290.

FRIENDS FOR LIFE PET ADOPTION: Bristol, Pet Partners, 1962 W. State St., first Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; looking for a new pet or quality home for a pet? PUFA also provides dog houses, pet food, pet counseling for loss of pet; helps pay for pet altering; (423) 989-PUFA(7832).

HOLLY HELP SPAY FUND: Will display new Mobile Animal Disaster Response Unit at Dollar General Store, 1109 Bluff City Hwy, Bristol, Tenn., July 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Black Jack Rescue Group also on site with animals available for adoption. Spay/neuter assistance, pet food pantry, adoption assistance, lost, found pets; accepting aluminum cans and items, used cell phones, empty laser/ink-jet cartridges, Purina weight circles; tax deductible; funded entirely by public donations; (276) 466-5375 or 466-4274; http://www.hollyhelp.org.

SIBERIAN HUSKY RESCUE: Damascus, Sicilies, Laurel Avenue, July 12, noon, rescue meeting; also Blue Ridge Dryland Mushers Sled Dog Club will meet at 1:30 p.m.; foster homes needed; medical care, food, crate for dogs allowed indoors provided; Marcia, (276) 466-9856 or Beverly, (276) 669-2916; http://www.siberianhuskyassist.com.

FRIENDS OF ANIMAL SHELTERS: Blountville; needs volunteers 18 or older just a few Saturdays yearly, at your convenience; walk dogs, give animals special attention, help with adoption selection at the Sullivan Co. Animal Shelter; call (423) 968-9050 or (423) 538-5331.

ANIMAL DISASTER RELIEF: Ongoing volunteer training for response, rescue, evacuation of animals at disaster sites with Holly Help Fund; (276) 466-5375 or http://www.hollyhelp.org.

MARGARET B. MITCHELL SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC: 16222 Lee Hwy.; one-half price on spay/neuter surgeries for cats during July; $25 for females, $17.50 for males, rabies vaccination included free; clinic provides reduced-cost spay, neuter surgeries for low income individuals, animal shelters, those caring for feral cats; schedule appointments Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at (276) 591-5790 or e-mail .

PAWS RECYCLING: Castlewood, Hicks Market, Hwy. 50, upper gate; aluminum recycling drop-off site; bring flattened, bagged aluminum cans Sunday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., proceeds benefit PAWS programs; PAWS, P.O. Box 302, Castlewood, VA 24224 or .

FUNDRAISERS

COOKOUT: Bristol, Va., Goodson-Kinderhook Fire Dept., July 12, 5-8 p.m.; hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, baked beans, cole slaw, watermelon, cantaloupe, drinks; $6 adults, $4 ages 5-12; children 4 and under free; benefits fire department; (276) 669-1251.

GOLF TOURNAMENT: Kingsport, Ridgefields Country Club, July 14, shotgun start at 10 a.m., reception catered by Troutdale follows play; live, silent auctions; teams of four, $600 or $150 per player; companies, individuals can sponsor tournament in several ways; deadline to enter is July 9; benefits Children’s Advocacy Center; (423) 279-1222.

DAR SENTIMENTAL TEA: Abingdon United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, July 16, 2-4 p.m.; showcasing vintage hats; featuring Lynn Wassom, international flight attendant, European buyer of Wassom Interiors, Elizabethton; $16 in advance from any Black’s Fort Chapter DAR member or call Jan Thrasher, (276) 623-2442; proceeds go to DAR scholarships, awards, memorials.

LIONS CLUB GOLF TOURNAMENT: Bristol, Tenn., Tri-Cities Golf Club, July 25; lunch at 11:30 a.m., putting contest at noon, shotgun start at 1 p.m.; benefits Bristol Host Lions Club; C. Adrian White, (276) 466-3131.

CLASSIC CAR SHOW: Jonesborough, Lamar School, 3261 Highway 31 S., July 26, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; judging at 1 p.m. for top 30 entrants, best of show, best paint, longest distance traveled; trophies, door prizes, food, music; proceeds benefit Bethesda United Methodist Church projects; (423) 753-3358, 753-8235 or 753-4507.

DONATIONS NEEDED: Children’s Advocacy Center of Sullivan County accepting donations of gently used items for fundraiser yard sale in late July; furniture, electronic equipment, lawn equipment, baby items, home decor, household appliances accepted through mid-July; no clothing accepted; Lura Meade, (423) 279-1222.

MIRACLE MILE, RELAYS: Bristol, Tenn., Bristol Motor Speedway, Aug. 30, 8 a.m.; 10 events include Mile Series for ages 14 and under, 40 and above, open mile with separate heats for male and female; Relay Series for four-person teams, t-shirts, refreshments provided; Miracle Mile Walk, open to all, sponsors needed for walkers; pre-registration is $15 plus $10 for each additional event by Aug. 23, late registration fees are $25/$10; benefits Small Miracles Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center; Mary Smith, (423) 384-0894.

TURKEY SHOOT: Bristol Goodson Lions Club, Fridays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; proceeds help those in need within the community; Mick Arnold, (276) 669-3417.

KIDNEY CARS PROGRAM: Donate your used car to the National Kidney Foundation; money raised benefits programs in research, patient services, organ donation, public education; tax deductible; call (423) 323-1650 for packet of information or donate online at http://www.kcars.org.

ONGOING

TAZEWELL FARMER’S MARKET: Tazewell Farm Bureau parking lot, Saturday’s, 8 a.m.-noon through October; various vegetables, fruits, nuts, baked goods, ostrich crafts, meats, berries and more; those wanting to sell farm products see Nancy Lyons at the market.

ABINGDON FARMER’S MARKET: Saturdays, 7 a.m.-noon, Anita Givens, registered dietician will give short presentation; Tuesdays, 4-7 p.m.; music at the Market every Tuesday, 4-7 p.m.; Roger Goodson will be guest chef; market tote bags, t-shirts on sale now; features new items weekly; fresh produce from local farmers; (276) 623-1121, or http://www.abingdonfarmersmarket.net.

STATE STREET FARMERS’ MARKET: Bristol, Tenn., 810 State St., Saturdays through Oct. 25, local produce and more; kicking off season with art contest for contestants of all ages; $500 prize to winner chosen by the public, unveiled to community in July; deadline for entry is June 6; (423) 764-1879.

MARION FARMER’S MARKET: Town Square parking lot between Cherry, Town streets, across from post office, Saturdays through October, 8 a.m.-noon; farmers, local crafts, informational booths, food; church, non-profit groups may qualify for free booth space for fundraisers; those interested in participating as vendor, musician or non-profit, call (276) 783-4190 or .

NUTRITION EDUCATION: Abingdon Senior Center, third Tuesday, 10 a.m.; free; door prizes; (276) 676-6309.

BINGO: Damascus, 919 S. Shady Ave., Saturdays, 6:30 p.m., benefits Damascus Volunteer Fire Dept., (276) 475-3811; Saltville Rescue Squad, 126 Battleground Ave., Mondays, doors open 5 p.m., benefits the squad, (276) 496-4531; Saltville Ruritan Club, beside fire department, Fridays, doors open at 4:30 p.m., various games, benefits club projects, (276) 496-3716 or 496-3900.

BREAKFAST: Bristol, Tenn., American Legion Post 145, 515 Marion Ave.; Saturdays, homemade breakfast, 8 a.m.-noon, $4; (423) 968-9973 or 968-7632.

WELCOME HOME BABY SPECIAL DELIVERY: Free service provided by Commonwealth of Virginia for pregnant women and new mothers in Bristol/Washington County, Virginia area; receive complimentary gifts, parenting information; Children’s Advocacy Center, (276) 645-5867.

PLANT SWAP: Johnson City, Mize Farm & Garden, 929 W. Watauga Ave, first Saturday monthly, 1 p.m.; trade plants, seeds, bulbs for those you don’t have; plant exchange only, no money; Sarita, (423) 434-1800 or e-mail Vaughn at .

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

ABINGDON SENIOR CENTER: Office help; deliver goods to community groups; clean, service Meals On Wheels vehicles, stock shelves; housekeeping, maintenance; food service and other miscellaneous help; Polly or Alma, (276) 628-5859.

ABUSE ALTERNATIVES: Bristol; shelter monitor, answering hotline, children’s program support, office assistance, grocery and general shopping, client advocates, client moving help, community education/event coverage, fundraising; one day or long term projects available; all necessary training provided; Sue Wright, (423) 652-9098, .

ADVENTA HOSPICE: Elizabethton; needs volunteers to help those with terminal illness; no patient care, no medical experience required; training provided; Jeni Meredith, (423) 547-0852.

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY: Johnson City, 508 Princeton Rd., Suite 102; light office duties, no computer work; Vickie Sutherland, (423) 975-0635; 283-7112 (fax).

ARC OF SULLIVAN CO./ PEOPLE PLACE: Bristol; work with adults with developmental disabilities doing crafts, music, etc.; Nancy, (423) 274-8165.

ASSE INTERNATIONAL: High school student exchange organization looking for people in this area to help promote and assist in administering well-respected program by finding, interviewing families interested in hosting and acting as counselor for international teenagers; (800) 677-2773; visit http://www.asse.com.

BRISTOL FAITH IN ACTION: Bristol, 703 Chester St.; serving residents of both Bristols, Blountville, Bluff City, portions of Piney Flats; training to interview clients, assist with office work, other service opportunities; Rebecca Craddock, (276) 466-8292 or http://www.bristolfaithinaction.org.

BRISTOL NURSING HOME: Needs volunteers who love people, willing to give a few hours of their time to someone else; Bingo Caller on Thursday afternoons 2-3 p.m.; Pat Nash, (423) 764-6151.

BRISTOL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER: Bristol, Tenn., Operate Volley Trolley cart between hospital, vehicle; escort patients in wheelchairs; gift shop workers; lobby reception workers; (423) 844-2831.

BROADMORE ASSISTED LIVING: Bristol, 826 Meadow View Rd.; doing crafts, bingo, singing or just a friendly visit; Copeland Hicks, (423) 764-4622.

CARIS HEALTH CARE LP: Local hospice agency; companionship to patients and/or administrative duties; training provided, mileage tax deductible; Holly Hudson, (866) 929-2044 (toll free).

CASA: Bristol, Tenn., 516 Holston Ave., Suite 207; 10-15 hours per month; advocate for abused, neglected children; training provided; Jan Mitchell, (423) 652-1171 or casaforkidsbristol.wordpress.com.

CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER: Bristol/Washington County, Va.; office workers, child care, various other duties; Kathi Roark, (276) 645-5867 or Patty Thomas, 619-5320.

CIVIL AIR PATROL: Abingdon; Holston Valley Composite Squadron of the Virginia Wing CAP; performs 95 percent of U.S. inland search, rescue missions as tasked by Air Force Rescue Coordination Ctr.; perform homeland security, disaster relief, counter drug missions at request of federal, state, local agencies; Justin Adkinson, (423) 773-4587; ; http://www.va129.org.

CRISIS CENTER: Bristol, 101 Oakview Ave.; accepting applications for sexual assault care companions, hotline workers; working one-on-one with sexual assault victims, help callers deal with life changing situations and more; in-depth training provided; (276) 466-2218, (423) 928-8522 or .

CRISIS LINE: Bristol; accepting applications for hotline workers, sexual assault care companions, computer/technical office assistant, board of director positions; intensive training, ongoing support provided; (276) 466-2218, (423) 230-0900, (276) 628-7731.

CROSSROADS MEDICAL MISSION: Bristol; clerical, registered nurses, family nurse practitioner; Cindy Rockett, (276) 466-1600 or .

FIRST TENNESSEE AREA AGENCY ON AGING, DISABILITY: Johnson City, 207 N. Boone St., Suite 800; visit elderly at least one hour per month in Public Guardian Program; flexible times to fit own schedule; brief training session; individuals, church and other groups invited to participate; Marie Bennett, (423) 722-5105.

FIRST VIRGINIA CAVALRY: Local, family-oriented re-enacting unit needs people interested in Civil War history, local heritage; no horses required; Capt. Monte Baker, (706) 313-5876; Lt. Randy Glass, ; Sheila Myers, (276) 646-8060.
GRACE HEALTHCARE, REHABILITATION CENTER: Abingdon, 600 Walden Rd.; visits, reading, any other talents to share; Violet Campbell or Heather Gilliam, (276) 628-2111.

GRAND COURT BRISTOL: Call bingo for independent and assisted living residents from 1-2 p.m. on Saturdays; Libby, (276) 669-1111.

HEALING HANDS: Bristol, Tenn., 210 Memorial Drive; help with dental clinic for community’s working uninsured; dental experience helpful; need dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, receptionists; (423) 652-0260 or e-mail .

HELP HOUSE: (Hope for Effective Loving Parenting); Bristol; make a difference in a child’s life; (276) 466-4899.

H.E.L.P.: Meadowview, 13168 Meadowview Square, upper level.; Highlands Educational Literacy Program needs one-on-one tutors to help adults improve reading,writing, English skills; Sallie Garrett or Judy Hurd, (276) 944-5144.

H.L. BONHAM REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM CENTER: Chilhowie, 408 Whitetop Rd.; help staff center; training provided by Virginia Tourism Corp.; half or full days; (276) 646-3306 or .

HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY SERVICES: Bristol; needs people for therapeutic foster parenting in Washington County and Bristol Virginia, to give homes to children with some emotional instability; specialized training, monthly fee provided; Andre, (276) 645-4781.

HIGHLANDS EDUCATIONAL LITERACY PROGRAM: Meadowview Community Center Lab and Washington County Public Library; computer volunteers needed to work with students during daytime or evening; (276) 944-5144.

HOLSTON UNITED METHODIST HOME FOR CHILDREN: Johnson City, 215 E. Springbrook, Suite 1; loving, dedicated, Christian homes to become part of foster care ministry; 24 hour support, monthly training, reimbursement; Tonia Parlier, (423) 787-8768 or 952-2290.

HOME NURSING COMPANY: Serving all of Southwest Virginia area; many volunteer opportunities available; Brenda Duty or Connie Lambert, (276) 889-4318 or (800) 344-2668.

HOPE HOUSE OF SCOTT COUNTY: Gate City; volunteers needed at local domestic, sexual abuse and homeless shelter program; training provided for crisis calls, administrative assistant, direct services; marginalized underserved populations encouraged to apply, EOC; also seeking volunteers to assist with Sexual Assault Specialist and Outreach programs; must reflect county demographics and willingness to assist with traditionally underserved populations of Scott, Lee counties; individuals of color encouraged to apply; applications at (276) 386-1313.

HOSPICE SUPPORT SERVICES OF WASHINGTON CO., VA.: Abingdon; provide support service to terminally ill patients, families in Washington Co., Va.; training classes at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Nurses Conference Room, third floor; (276) 676-7220, leave message.

JUBILEE HOUSE RETREAT CENTER: Abingdon, 822 E. Main St.; various duties; Sister Stephanie, (276) 619-0919.

MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION: Searching for summer camp volunteers to assist young people with neuromuscular diseases, help them enjoy weeklong MDA summer camps across the nation; must be at least 16 years old, able to lift and care for a young person between the ages of 6 and 21; become a companion to a camper, help with daily activities such as eating, bathing, dressing; also assist campers with recreational activities such as arts and crafts, swimming, horseback riding; to obtain application or learn about other ways to support MDA’s summer camp program, call your local MDA office at (800) 572-1717; visit http://www.mda.org/clinics/camp.

NHC HEALTHCARE: Bristol; various duties including bingo helpers, in-room visits and activities with patients, patient transporters to various activities and therapies; high school, college students welcome; John Malone, (276) 669-4711, Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

OCCUPATIONAL ENTERPRISES: In conjunction with Departments of Social Services seeking individuals, groups to serve in these areas: mentoring, SOL tutoring/screening, recreational/social activities, transportation to appointments, etc., as needed; serves Buchanan, Carroll, Dickenson, Lee, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise, Wythe counties, cities of Bristol, Norton; Suzanne Potts, Bright Futures, (276) 889-0290, ext. 121; toll-free, (866) 205-9517 or .

RED CROSS: Bristol, Va., 14298 Lee Hwy., drive and provide feeding/bulk distribution from emergency response vehicle; when deploying for national disaster a 2-3 week commitment is needed; all expenses paid, free training; (276) 645-6650.

SMALL MIRACLES THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK RIDING CENTER: Kingsport, 1026 Rock Springs Dr.; assist with lessons; training sessions second Saturday; (423) 306-1840 or 349-1111.

STITCHES FROM THE HEART: California, 3316 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica; non-profit national group needs volunteers to knit, crochet or quilt blankets, sweaters, hats for babies in need; items donated to hospitals nationwide; patterns available; donated yarn appreciated for seniors; toll-free, (866) 472-6903, or http://www.stitchesfromtheheart.org.

SULLIVAN COUNTY ARCHIVES: Blountville; help preserve old county records; Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Shelia Steele Hunt, (423) 323-4660.

UNITED WAY OF WASHINGTON CO. VA.: Abingdon; help with variety of tasks, projects; (276) 628-2160.

WILLIAM KING REGIONAL ARTS CENTER: Abingdon, 415 Academy Dr.; volunteer opportunities for high school, college students; greet visitors, answer phones, work in gift shop, tour guide, assist with research and displays, assist with mailings; flexible hours, individual training; Betsy Pearce, (276) 628-5005.

WONDER KIDS THERAPEUTIC EQUESTRIAN CENTER: Blountville, Abingdon locations; volunteers needed for summer camp June 23-26; training sessions on third Saturday monthly; call (276) 591-8257 or (423) 817-1546.

YWCA: Qualified computer lab instructors on as needed basis; resume to YWCA, 106 State St., Bristol, TN 37620.

WAYS TO HELP

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED: American Cultural Exchange Service needs host families for next school year’s foreign exchange students. He or she will become your son or daughter for several months, resulting in an experience of a lifetime for your family; local coordinator, Della Taylor, (423) 928-6831 or national office at (800) 661-2237.

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED: North West Peace International Student Program looking for caring families in Tri-Cities area to host high school students ages 15-18 from various countries; (423) 764-3957 or (866) 846-3977.

ADOPT FAMILY SNACK BASKET: Kingsport, Holston Valley Regional Children’s Hospital and Center seeking help from area churches, organizations to adopt the family snack basket made available to visitors in pediatrics; each organization would sponsor the basket for one month this year; commits to keeping basket stocked with snacks for those visiting a young patient; Amanda Wilson, (423) 224-6275.

HIGHER FAITH MINISTRIES’ CLOTHES CLOSET: Bristol, Va., 1318 Lee Hwy., accepting donations of casual clothing for all ages, toys, household items and more to distribute to those in need; financial donations welcome for rent, utilities, etc.; Charlie and Becky Hale, (423) 764-7904.

CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER: Blountville; in need of donated upholstery fabric and in-kind upholstery services for about 25 chairs from center to be updated for health, cosmetic reasons; (423) 279-1222.

PEOPLE PLACE PROGRAM: Arc of Sullivan County, seeking funds to continue programs serving people with developmental disabilities such as activities in music, crafts, gardening, self advocacy, individualized programs to improve independent living skills; send contributions to People Place, 400 Shelby St., No. 100, Bristol, TN 37620.

CAMELOT CARE CENTERS: Kingsport, 2991 Ft. Henry Dr.; provides therapeutic foster care, adoption for area children; offers 24 hour support for families, reimbursement for caring for these children; free training in Tri-Cities; make a difference by becoming foster/adoptive parent; Kelly Whitaker, toll-free, (877) 607-7749.

HOW TO SUBMIT INFORMATION
To submit calendar entries e-mail: or fax (276) 669-3696 to Linn Casey. Deadline is noon on Monday; notices running without dates must be updated monthly to remain in listing.