Eastern Region is excited to welcome you to the foothills of the magical Appalachian Mountains for a few days of fun and relaxation.

Join us in

Johnson City, TN

for the 2022 TEAFCS State Conference! The conference will be held

April 12th – April 14th at the Carnegie Hotel.

Schedule

Please note all times are set to the eastern time zone

Click here for a detailed schedule

On Day 1 you are invited to a welcome event at the breathtaking Grace Meadows Farm. To learn more about Grace Meadows Farm, visit here http://gracemeadowsfarmtn.com/.
On Day 2 you will have the opportunity to choose a mobile workshop from 5 different unique experiences. To learn more about what each workshop has to offer, check out the videos below created by our friends in the Upper 8! Roan Mountain Hiking Tour Link: https://youtu.be/yToENzrTX1o Jonesborough / Johnson City Tour Link: https://youtu.be/_PdMAnQNtVc Appalachian Music Tour Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0AVhwa5c3k Johnson City Brewery Tour Link: https://youtu.be/777de2S2pkg
On the evening of day 2 prepare your formalwear for the Mountain Gala. The Mountain Gala will be a celebration of one another’s accomplishments across the state as we announce the State TEAFCS award winners.
On day 3 you will be invited to a special brunch with speaker Donald Davis. To learn more about Donald Davis, click here https://www.ddavisstoryteller.com/.

Registration Information

Registration can be found at https://tiny.utk.edu/teafcscon22 The conference fee is $135.00 for TEAFCS Members and $165.00 for non-members. After March 13th, the registration fee will increase to $165.00. Registration includes a welcome event and dinner at Grace Meadows Farm, a mobile workshop of your choice, the Mountain Gala, a t-shirt, closing brunch, and speaker Donald Davis. After March 13th, the registration fee will increase to $165.00 for all attendees.
Registration fee can be paid via PayPal to teafcscon@gmail.com. Or, you may mail a check to the Conference treasurer at: Lucy Timbs  UT Extension Washington County 206 West Main Street Jonesborough, Tennessee 37659 *If using PayPal, print off your receipt. It will serve as your credit to get reimbursed with the program funds

Hotel Information

Staying at the historic Carnegie Hotel in Johnson City is a wonderful experience in itself. “Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, our boutique replica property pays homage to its namesake “Carnegie Hotel”, which first opened in Johnson City, September 27th, 1891, and stood 19 years before succumbing to fire April 3rd, 1910. Traditional décor, charming ambiance, and dedicated staff offer guests the unique experience of a bygone era, accompanied by all the modern amenities today’s travelers have come to expect.” To learn more about the Carnegie Hotel and to view amenities, visit here https://www.carnegiehotel.com/. Book your room at the Carnegie Hotel by March 13th to get the state rate. When calling Carnegie to make your reservation, tell them you are coming for the TEAFCS conference and need the state rate. You can ONLY book your hotel by calling. Carnegie Hotel 1216 W. State of Franklin Road Johnson City, TN 37604 Phone: 423.979.6400

If you have any questions about the 2022 State Conference please contact Crystal Blankenship or Meagen Brown, TEAFCS VP of Professional Development.

Email Crystal Email Meagen

If you have questions about TEAFCS VP of Member Resources, Schancey Chapman Email Schancey[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]