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An Online newsletter of<\/strong>
\u201cThe Andy Griffith Show<\/em>\u201d Rerun Watchers Club (TAGS<\/em>RWC)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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(If you received the Newsletter by email and are unable to see the images & videos, or if it seems like thing are missing, please<\/em> <\/a>go to this link <\/strong>to make sure you aren’t missing anything.<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hey folks, it’s time for another edition of Weaver’s Newsletter! As summer is beginning to wind down, the big event\u2014Mayberry Days in Mount Airy, North Carolina\u2014is just around the corner. We had great events this summer as both Mayberry Comes to Scottsburg and the Mayberry Meetup were successes in their own right. Weaver’s has recaps from both events below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While not strictly part of The Andy Griffith Show<\/em>, season 2 of Mayberry Man<\/em> wrapped up filming at the end of June and is expected to release sometime in the next year (maybe spring\/summer 2027). We’ve got updates on that for you as well!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I hope you enjoy this issue because we love sharing neat items available at Weaver’s Department Store and keeping you up to date on news\/happenings across the Mayberry fan community. Take a moment to browse through and see what catches your eye. You might even find a fun gift or treat for yourself, your friends, or your family because Mrs. Weaver has been hard at work coming up with new items that are exclusive to Weaver’s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, let’s take a stroll down the road to the fishing hole and see what’s happening around Mayberry!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2027 Mayberry Wall Calendar<\/a> – $17.00<\/p>\n\n\n

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The new 2027 calendar features ALL NEW calendar images for each month!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan your year in Mayberry! Each month features a different scene from our home town done in a watercolor art style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each month fills a full two page opening with an image at the top and calendar page on the bottom with days running from Sunday on the left over to Saturday on the right. Jot down plans and notes. Each month points out cast & crew member birthdays, special occasions and events. The cover features sights around Mayberry that are unique from the monthly images.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Proudly hang it on a wall in your home, office or at school for a full year of planning and smiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Printed on glossy paper stock. Measures 11″ x 8.5″ when closed, 11″ x 17″ when open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mayberry Word Art T-shirt<\/a> – $24.00<\/p>\n\n\n

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There are a lot of words that can be said about our hometown of Mayberry, N.C. But why say them when you can wear this t-shirt and let it do the talking for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will enjoy reading all the quotes and Weaver’s dares you not to smile and the memories come flooding into your mind. We even added a couple of images into the mix for those who might be like Ernest T. and like looking at the pictures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wear this t-shirt<\/a> with pride and watch the grinning begin on the faces of those who see it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

100% Cotton Machine Washable T Shirt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Color:<\/strong> Carolina Blue<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Style:<\/strong> Short Sleeve<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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== Mayberry Days 2026 ==<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Hopefully most of you know about the biggest Mayberry event of the year but just in case you don’t, here’s an article to make sure you don’t miss out on the fun.<\/em> – Editor<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve ever wished you could step off the couch, walk right into Mayberry, and spend a few days where the sheriff doesn\u2019t carry a gun and everybody still knows your name, Mount Airy, North Carolina, comes pretty close every September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s the spirit of Mayberry Days. Andy Griffith\u2019s real hometown\u2014the place that inspired the fictional town we all love\u2014turns into a week-long family reunion for fans of The Andy Griffith Show<\/em>. In 2026 the festival runs September 21\u201327, marking the 37th annual celebration and adding extra meaning in the year of Andy\u2019s 100th birthday.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Col. Tim’s Talent Time 2025 (Photo by Hobart Jones)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

It started small in 1990 as a one-day gathering to mark the show\u2019s 30th anniversary. The idea started at Frances Bavier\u2019s (Aunt Bee) estate auction earlier that year, and folks just kept coming back. Now it\u2019s nearly a week of concerts, contests, parades, and that unmistakable Mayberry feeling, organized by the Surry Arts Council. Fans travel from every state and several countries because, for a few days, downtown Mount Airy really does feel like home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll find most of the action within easy walking distance: the Andy Griffith Playhouse, Historic Earle Theatre, the newer Arts Center, the Andy Griffith Museum, and the Blackmon Amphitheatre. Wear comfortable shoes\u2014you\u2019ll be glad you did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The week mixes the familiar with new treats. There\u2019s the Saturday morning Mayberry Days Parade down Main Street, the Mayor\u2019s proclamation, guided tours of the Playhouse, and plenty of chances to meet special guests for photos and autographs. Kids have their own activities, and the rest of us can jump into the contests that have become traditions: The Andy Griffith Show<\/em> trivia (youth and adult), checkers, Mr. Tucker\u2019s apple-peeling contest, pie eating, the \u201cGoober Says Hay\u201d bale toss, and more. Thursday usually brings \u201cThe Emmett\u201d golf tournament, and the WBMUTBB auction always turns up unique Mayberry treasures you won\u2019t find anywhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Mt. Airy, N.C<\/strong>. – Barney, Andy, Gomer and the Mayberry choir sing Santa Lucia during Col. Tim’s 2025. (Photo by Hobart Jones)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Evenings fill up with live music\u2014beach, country, and the kinds of songs Andy grew up with. This year\u2019s lineup includes names like Too Much Sylvia, The Embers featuring Craig Woolard, Band of Oz, Tim White & Troublesome Hollow and Rodney Dillard & The Dillards, plus tribute shows and presentations (including one celebrating Andy\u2019s life and career). Sunday often wraps things up with a chapel service and sing-along. And yes, you can still grab a pork-chop sandwich while you\u2019re in town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets for the ticketed concerts and special events are on sale through the Surry Arts Council (online by Eventbrite or in person at the Playhouse). Many outdoor happenings are free. Lodging fills up, so check VisitMayberry.com<\/a> early. The official site, MayberryDays.org<\/a>, has maps, the latest schedule, and vendor details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s the kind of week that reminds you why we keep watching those reruns. Life feels a little simpler, the music sounds a little sweeter, and you leave feeling like you\u2019ve spent time with old friends. If you\u2019ve never been, this is a good year to come. If you have, well\u2026 you already know. We\u2019ll see you in Mayberry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mayberry Sheriff’s Office T-shirt<\/a> – $24.00
Mayberry Sheriff’s Office Cap<\/a> – $17.00
NEW <\/strong>Mayberry Sheriff’s Office License Plate<\/a> – $15.00<\/p>\n\n\n

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Show your support for the Mayberry Sheriff’s Office with this Mayberry Sheriff’s Office design. It will help you stand out in the crowd and on the road. Each item features a stylized version of the Mayberry patrol car door shield and the word’s “Mayberry Sheriff’s Office.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The newest addition to this trio is the License plate for your car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Floyd’s Barbershop<\/strong> Bulletin Board<\/strong> &<\/strong> Event Calendar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Andy Griffith Museum<\/em><\/strong>, featuring the late Emmett Forrest’s amazing collection of Andy Griffith artifacts, is a must-see attraction for any visit to Mount Airy, N.C. For complete updates on operating hours and other info, visit the website at AndyGriffithMuseum<\/strong><\/a>.org<\/strong><\/a> or call (336) 786-1604.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are upcoming events that folks have posted on Floyd’s bulletin board:<\/p>\n\n\n

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CROWNING MOMENT–Joy Ellison <\/strong>as Miss Mayberry Jr., Mary Wiggins. All hail!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n
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* Sept. 21-27: 37th Annual Mayberry Days\u00ae<\/strong> in Mount Airy, N.C. Special Guests confirmed so far include The Dillards<\/strong> (featuring Rodney Dillard<\/strong>) in concert, Karen Knotts <\/strong>(daughter of Don) presenting her newest show, “Tied Up in Knotts…Untied,”<\/strong> and Bill Knotts<\/strong> (nephew of Don) with a presentation of his own. Also confirmed to attend are popular TAGS cast alums Keith Thibodeaux<\/strong> (Johnny Paul Jason), Joy Ellison <\/strong>(Effie Muggins, Mary Wiggins, et al), and Margaret Teele<\/strong> (Agnes Jean Parker).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A first-time attendee this year is actress Kathy Garver<\/strong>, best known for playing Cissy on “Family Affair.” She also did the narration for the audio version of Becoming Thelma<\/em> Lou<\/em>, Betty Lynn’s posthumous memoir. Kathy is currently seen widely in commercials for ClearCaptions phones. And the festival is pleased to announce that returning this year are special guests Dan Roebuck<\/strong> (Cliff Lewis on “Matlock”), Laura Hagen<\/strong> (widow of Mayberry maestro Earle Hagen), and Dreama Denver <\/strong>(widow of Bob Denver).<\/p>\n\n\n

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THE DILLARDS FEATURING RODNEY DILLARD<\/strong>—All Keyed Up for Mayberry Days\u00ae !<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Tim White & Troublesome Hollow<\/strong> also returns with their popular mixture of comedy and bluegrass music, and  Michael Hoover<\/strong> reigns with his \u201cMemories of Elvis\u201d show featuring Denise Glass<\/strong> as Patsy Cline. Also scheduled are comedy by John Floyd<\/strong> (The Mouth of Mayberry) and John Riggle<\/strong> and concerts by Mayberry Melodies<\/strong>, Band of Oz<\/strong>, The Embers featuring Craig Woolard<\/strong>, <\/strong>and first-timers The Cleverlys <\/strong>and Too Much Sylvia<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Neal Brower <\/strong>will be presenting his popular Professor Brower\u2019s Lecture<\/strong> on Saturday (plus he will offer an entirely different, bonus America 250-themed presentation about “Andy Discovers America” on Friday), and Randy Turner<\/strong> will be doing three different presentations during the week. Registration is also still open for the Mayberry Days Golf Tournament<\/strong>  (aka The Emmett<\/strong>). Additional Special Guests and other details TBA. For tickets and complete info as plans develop, visit www.mayberrydays.org<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

* Nov 13-14: Mayberry at Bluegrass Museum and Hall of Fame<\/strong> (Owensboro, Ky.) has been confirmed in celebration of Rodney Dillard’s<\/strong> donation of his musical collection to the museum. The stated plan is to have a concert at the Woodward Theatre (part of the museum) on Friday the 13th (band with a Mayberry flavor) but nothing is booked yet. They may be having trouble booking that date due to cautious folks like Barney. On Saturday the 14th (10a – 5p), you would be able to tour the museum and see several Mayberry tribute artists wandering through and visiting with patrons. Rodney\u2019s Concert would likely start at 7p with Mayberry tribute artists Interacting with crowd beforehand and likely interacting with Rodney on stage. The details are still not nailed down and the even is not yet showing on the Bluegrass Museum & Hall of Fame website<\/a> (bluegrasshall.org)<\/a> but keep an eye out for it to be added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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* April 9 & 10: The 7th Annual Mayberry-Lucy Festival<\/strong> in Granville, Tenn., known as \u201cTennessee\u2019s Mayberry Town,” is in the planning stage, but, based on previous years, you can be assured it will be a wonderful event with shows, music, autographs, parade, cruise-in, Mayberry Squad Car Nationals Obstacle Course, and much more. There will be a special time to honor memory of our great friend Dennis Rush<\/strong> (Howie Pruitt) and much more will be announced as the time draws near. For schedule details, updates and other info, visit www.granvilletn.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

* June 4-6, 2027: Mayberry Comes to Scottsburg<\/strong> returns to Scottsburg, Ind., after a successful 2026 event. (NOTE:<\/strong> The dates for the event have moved forward in the month once again to avoid conflicting with a large festival held in an adjacent county that’s been going on for many years.<\/em>) This will be the fourth Mayberry comes to Scottsburg and the organizers hope you will make this an annual trip on your Mayberry calendar. Visit the website for more details, including tickets to some portions (but most of the festival is free), at MayberryComesToScottsburg.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whistlin’ Wisdom<\/a> – $20.00
The Gospel According to Andy – Volume 3<\/a> – $16.00
Serving With A Smile<\/a> – $20.00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Each of these new devotional books focuses not only on the scripture but also on The Andy Griffith Show<\/em> while presenting information from different points of view. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whistlin’ Wisdom<\/em><\/a> invites readers back to the front porch of Mayberry, where life lessons are simple, faith runs deep, and a good story is best told with a smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Gospel According to Andy – Volume 3 <\/em><\/a>is the the third volume of the series explores a Christian life lesson from each episode of the fourth season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Serving With A Smile: Devotions from The Mayberry Deputy<\/em><\/a> presents fifty-two stories where God was present in small and large moments in the authors life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All are wonderfully written and will enhance your walk and make you smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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== Mayberry Comes to Scottsburg ==<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Tribute Artist make Scottsburg into Mayberry for the weekend.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

A wonderful time was had by everyone who attended Mayberry Comes to Scottsburg in Scottsburg, Indiana. At least, that’s what I’ve heard from all the reports! Fans came from more than 13 states to attend the third annual event, and they certainly weren’t disappointed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eric Lowry\u2014the event coordinator and Mayberry tribute artist for Mayor Pike\u2014and his team did an amazing job putting together shows, activities, the parade, and even a car show to make the event truly shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cast members from The Andy Griffith Show<\/em> and their families entertained the crowds throughout the weekend. Rodney Dillard<\/strong>, the guitar-playing Darling boy, and the Dillard Band performed Saturday evening to a full house. As always, they brought smiles and laughs to everyone in attendance. Rodney always puts on a show that fans thoroughly enjoy, and it’s one you really don’t want to miss!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Scottsburg, Ind.<\/strong> – Andy leads Jimmy out of Scottsburg while Henry Bennett and Rayfield look on.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

There were special Q&A sessions with Keith Thibodeaux<\/strong> and Joy Ellison<\/strong>, and all the cast members were available for autographs at various times during the weekend. Mayberry daughters Dixie Griffith<\/strong> (Andy’s daughter) and Karen Knotts<\/strong> (Barney’s daughter) are always delightful additions to any event, bringing wonderful memories to share with all of us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One special presentation over the weekend celebrated Andy’s 100th birthday year. Put together by our friend Randy Turner, the presentation featured MC duties shared by Rik Roberts (Barney tribute artist and actor in the Mayberry Man<\/em> franchise), Allan Newsome, and Randy. Dixie, Karen, Rodney, Keith, and Joy all joined in to share fond memories of family life and time on the set. It was a wonderful celebration of Andy’s entire career, not just The Andy Griffith Show<\/em>, and it was definitely a highlight of the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So much more happened during the weekend, but you get the picture. It was an amazing weekend for Mayberry fans!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you get the chance, make plans to attend a Mayberry event in your area\u2014the next one up is Mayberry Days in Mount Airy. These events won’t go on forever, so if you’ve been planning to go “someday,” try to make sure someday is now!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Justice of the Peace Gavel<\/a> – $18.00<\/p>\n\n\n

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Now you can be just like Andy and call those around you to order with this gavel engraved with the words “Mayberry Justice of the Peace<\/strong>” on the handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signal a major event like a recess or the end of a case by striking the matching sound block.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The engraved gavel and block are made of walnut and will look great setting on your desk or as a part of your collection.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

G<\/strong>avel Size:<\/strong> 9.5×3.5 inches
Block Size:<\/strong> 4.75 inches
Material<\/strong>: Walnut<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Floyd’s Barber Shop Main Street T-shirt<\/a> – $24.00 &
NEW<\/strong><\/em> Floyd’s Barber Shop Main Street License Plate<\/a> – $15.00<\/p>\n\n\n

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Show off your haircut in style wearing this Floyd’s Barber Shop t-shirt<\/a>. Featuring the lettering right off the window, scissors, neck duster brush, comb, along with his slogan “Two Chairs No Waiting<\/em>” and location on Main St, Mayberry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The NEW Floyd’s Barber Shop license plate<\/a> for your car. Featuring the lettering right off the window, scissors, neck duster brush, comb, along with his slogan “Two Chairs No Waiting,<\/em>”  Main St, Mayberry location all on a Carolina Blue background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Color:<\/strong> Carolina Blue<\/p>\n\n\n\n