Music on the Square Returns!
Music on the Square has always been about music and the Jonesborough community. For over 20 years, Music on the Square has provided free, live music at its best with the townscape of downtown Jonesborough as the setting.
Putting It Together – What It Takes to Make a Radio Play Part 2
Part Two – The Cast
Once the script is written for the Radio Show, it’s time to assemble the StoryTown Players. There’s a core group of approximately 30 community actors who come together throughout the season to perform and record the shows. Some of them have been involved in the Radio Show from its earliest days when it was still known as the Jonesborough Yarn Exchange and performed at the International Storytelling Center.
Experience Nostalgia in Jonesborough
Are you longing for a taste of nostalgia? Look no further than Jonesborough! Jonesborough’s FreeBlockbuster at the Jonesborough Visitors Center: Remember the thrill of browsing through rows of VHS tapes at your local Blockbuster? Experience that same excitement at Jonesborough's FreeBlockbuster, nestled outside the Visitors Center.
Putting It Together – What It Takes to Make a Radio Play
Part One – The Script: Every month for the StoryTown Radio Show, “We gather all your stories in a brand new play, Then retell it the Jonesborough way.” That’s what the StoryTown theme song by Heather McCluskey says anyway. But how do we do that? Right now, I’m hard at work on the script for “I Will Not be Moved: Stories of Perseverance.”
Welcome back to StoryTown!
The StoryTown Radio Show returns to the stage and airwaves on Monday, February 26th at 7:00 pm. The 13th season kicks off with “Love Leads the Way,” a brand-new show featuring new stories about romance and Black history from right here in Northeast Tennessee.
Host your event in Jonesborough – rent these spaces!
Check out places you can rent for fun activities throughout the year: birthdays, weddings, baby showers, celebrations!
Capturing Jonesborough: A Picture-Perfect Journey Through Different Photo Angles
Every corner of Jonesborough tells a unique story, and what better way to capture those stories than through the lens of a camera? This picturesque town in Tennessee is a haven for photographers
Unearthing Appalachian Wives’ Tales
Deep within the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, a rich tapestry of superstitions and folklore has woven itself into the lives of its people. These eerie and enchanting tales have been passed down through generations, shaping the way communities view life, death, and the supernatural. Let’s explore some spine-tingling Appalachian wives' tales that continue to send shivers down the spine:
Too Many Books, Too Little Time!
No matter what you’re a fan of, from Sci-Fi to Fantasy to Non-Fiction, the Washington County Public Library (WCPL) has what you’re looking for!
Flowers in Jonesborough
Brighten someone’s day in Jonesborough! It is easy with many floral options to get a nice gift for any occasion. Check out where you can get them: