Smithville Elementary School Veteran’s Celebration Nov. 3
There will be a Veteran’s Celebration at Smithville Elementary School on Friday, Nov. 3 beginning at 9:30 a.m. where all veterans are invited. Guests will need to be at the school by 9:15 a.m. For additional information call 615-597-4415.
GOP Fall Picnic set for November 4
The Dekalb County Republican Party will host a free Fall Picnic at Green Brook Park on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All Dekalb County residents are invited to come and share in fellowship and hear from Republican candidates and campaigns.
England Family Fundraiser Chili Soup and Luncheon Nov. 4
There will be an England Family Fundraiser, Saturday, Nov. 4, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Smithville Church of God gym, 801 W. Broad Street. Bowl of chili/soup, cornbread or crackers, dessert and drink is $6 for adults and $4 for children ages 5 and under. Luncheon and music are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a live auction starts at 1 p.m. All money raised goes to helping Stephanie England, mother of five, who is having brain surgery. Her husband Robert will be caring for her and the children on the road to recovery. Donations and auction items are being received and any assistance is appreciated. Call 615-351-1119 or 615-318-0678 for more information.
The United Daughters of the Confederacy, Captain Sally Tompkins 2123 Meeting
The United Daughters of the Confederacy, Captain Sally Tompkins 2123 will have its monthly meeting Wednesday, Nov. 1, at 12 noon in the upper level of the Putnam County Library. Please contact 931-738-5869 if you have a Confederate ancestor or further questions.
Suzanne Williams Golf Benefit at RiverWatch Nov. 4
There will be a 4-player golf scramble golf benefit for Chamber Director Suzanne Williams on Saturday, Nov. 4 at RiverWatch Golf & Resort to start 10:45 a.m. Cost is $85 per player and there will be a live auction, food, beverages and music. To reserve your spot call 931-761-8124 or email clubhouse@riverwatchgolfclub.com
First United Methodist Church Homemade Lunch, Craft and Bake Sale Nov. 3
There will be a homemade lunch, craft and bake sale by First United Methodist Church from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3 at their Christian Fellowship Center located at 102 West Church Street, Smithville. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and carry outs are available. Bake sale will offer delicious pies, cakes, cookies, candies, etc. Crafts will offer those gifts you’ve been looking for and lunch will let you rest and enjoy a variety of homemade soups, sandwiches and desserts. All proceeds go to organizations in DeKalb County that serve the needs of others during the year and at Christmas.
Banks Cumberland Presbyterian Church Women’s Conference Nov. 4
There will be a Banks Cumberland Presbyterian Church Women’s Conference on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Lunch will be provided. Speaker will be Pastor Ann Cross from Freedom of Worship in Murfreesboro. Music will be provided by Jeremy Myers of Jeremy Myers Ministry of Murfreesboro. Everyone is welcome. For more info call Judy @ 615-5976-1599 or Melissa @ 615-49-5285
First Annual Jeff McEver Memorial Nov. 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Party Like It’s 1.999k Fun Run & Rockin’ Chair Reminisce”
Donations to benefit: SecondHarvestMidTN.org; FamilyLines.org; SUDSdiving.org and HeartbeatsForWarriors.org. Will be held at ShortMountainDistillery.com, 8280 Short Mountain Rd, Woodbury. Call/Text 931-284-1933 to RSVP for info.
Smithville Community Cumberland Presbyterian Church Red Cross Blood Drive Nov. 7
There will be a blood drive sponsored by the Smithville Community Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Tuesday, Nov. 7, from 1:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall located at 201 South College St. To schedule your appointment log onto redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: Smithville19. Walk-ins are welcome.
Veteran’s Day Celebration Nov. 11 sponsored by the American Legion and Ladies’ Auxiliary
Everyone is invited to a Veteran’s Day program sponsored by the American Legion and Ladies’ Auxiliary on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 9:30 a.m. at the County Complex. Preliminary music will begin at 9:30 a.m. and the main program begins at 10:00 a.m.. Music and singing will be part of the program. Billy Hawkins will be the guest speaker. After the program everyone will go to the courthouse to witness the laying of a wreath at the Veteran’s Memorial with “Taps” being played. Afterwards all veterans and their families are invited back to the County Complex for a delicious meal.
Turkey Trot to be held Nov. 11
DeKalb County Coordinated School Health will be holding the second annual Turkey Trot Walkathon on Saturday, Nov. 11, at Green Brook Park to benefit the Back Pack Program. All ages are welcome. There will be prizes given in each age category. We will have games, food, crafts, and face painting. Registration starts at 10:00am. The walkathon will start at 11:00 a.m. and end at 12:30 p.m., with prizes to follow. We ask that participants bring non-perishable food items for a donation to the Back Pack Program.
God Feed the Children Pantry Fish Fry November 11
There will be a God Feed the Children Pantry benefit fish fry and chicken tenders and silent auction at the Liberty Community Center on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. to help with costs of building repair and additions. Catfish, sides, dessert and drink for $7. Come and support the local food pantry. 501C3. For more information call Ronald Crook at 615-318-5204.
Earn your High School Equivalency Diploma through Free Classes
There are free classes held at the DeKalb County Complex, Room 119 Monday – Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Registration is Monday 3:30 – 7 p.m. and Tuesday 9 a.m. to noon. Don’t see a time that works with your schedule? Ask about special appointments. Call 855-516-0160 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Classes are funded under a grant with the State of Tennessee and the Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
Smithville Lions Club Annual Pecan Sale Fundraiser
It’s that time of year and Smithville Lions Club is taking orders for those delicious Mammoth (halves) pecans. A one-pound bag is only $10. To preorder call Wendy Bottomley at 615-390-3567 or the club at 615-4646112 and leave your name and phone number. You can also stop by the offices of Dr. Starla Meigs, Vester Parsley or Jackie Smith (State Farm Insurance). Thank you for supporting the Smithville Lions Club.
Bring on the Lights
Center Hill Lake Light Fest is back this year and hoping to be bigger and better than last year, but we need your help! Over 800 people drove through the holiday tour of lights at the Retreat at Center Hill Lake in 2016. Lighted decorations adorned all of our buildings and dozens of trees, there were hidden elves to be found, a giant Santa and of course, free hot chocolate for everyone! Please join us this year in creating a wonderland of lights for our community and visitors alike to experience and get in the holiday spirit. Center Hill Lake Light Fest is scheduled to run Thursdays through Sundays, November 30th to December 23rd, 5pm-9pm. Get your office, church, club or group of friends together and sign up to decorate a cabin! We are also looking for participants to perform a live nativity and carolers. There are many ways to participate! We are asking groups to commit by October 20th. For more information or to sign up, please contact Elizabeth Thompson at 615-597-4298 or ethompson@timothyhill.org.
Caring Hearts United Christmas at Three Star Mall
Caring Hearts United, a non-profit organization which assists hospice units in Warren and surrounding TN counties, will be hosting their annual fundraiser, Wonderland of Trees, November 11- November 18, 2017 at Three Star Mall in McMinnville, TN.
Fully decorated Christmas trees and wreaths are donated by area businesses and individuals for a silent auction. Live entertainment and children’s activities, (requires the purchase of tickets), including a children’s coloring contest, is also a part of this event.
Contact information on how to be a part of this wonderful event: Melinda Breedlove 931-212-4471
McMinnville Alanon Group Meeting
The McMinnville Alanon group meets Tuesday and Thursday nights at 7 at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church, 1024 Faulkner Springs Road, McMinnville.
Al-Anon Meetings
What can you do when someone close to you drinks too much? You might be surprised at what you can learn in an Al-Anon meeting. Meetings are held at Haven of Hope, 301 West Main Street, Smithville. On Fridays at 11 a.m. For more information call 615-597-4673.
Domestic Violence Support Group
A Domestic Violence Support Group is held for women in the community at Haven of Hope in Smithville. For more information, please call 615-597-4673.
You Can Help
Do you enjoy giving support and being a good listener to those around you? If so, then becoming a Caris Hopsice Volunteer could be for you. Please contact Gail Evans, volunteer coordinator, toll-free at 1-888-537-3430 or visit the website www.carshealthcare.com.
DeKalb Animal Coalition
The DeKalb Animal Coalition meets monthly on the first Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the former Senior Citizens room on the second floor of city hall. Everyone is welcome to learn about plans for a facility which will house and treat lost or stray animals to be returned to their owner or available for adoption.
Smithville Head Start Center
L.B.J. & C. Head Start is currently accepting applications to provide free comprehensive child development services to children three-five years of age from low-income families in a full-day program. Services are also offered to meet the special needs of children with disabilities. L.B.J. & C. Head Start helps all children succeed. L.B.J. & C. Head Start provides children with activities that help them grow mentally, socially, emotionally, and physically.
The L.B.J. & C. Head Start recognizes that, as parents, you are the first and most important teachers of your children. They will welcome your involvement in L.B.J. & C. Head Start activities and will work as partners with you to help your child and family progress. Children who attend L.B.J. & C. Head Start participate in a variety of educational activities, receive free medical and dental care, free healthy meals and snacks, and enjoy playing indoors and outdoors in a safe environment. L.B.J. & C. Head Start staff members will offer your child love, acceptance, understanding, and the opportunity to learn and to experience success. For more information contact the Smithville Head Start Center at 615-597-5168.
DeKalb County Canning College Course
The course is $25, which covers food and supplies. Same course is offered during day and night to accommodate participants’ schedules. Payment is due at least three days prior to class. The class will be held at the UT Extension Office, 722 South Congress Boulevard, Smithville. A minimum of four students are needed to make each class. Classes will be held in the kitchen at DeKalb County Complex.
