Brush Creek Baptist Church Christmas Drive-Thru Dec. 2-3
There will be a Life of Christ Brush Creek Baptist Drive Thru at 26 School House Circle, Brush Creek, on Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 2-3, from 6-8 p.m. For more information call 615-683-9606 or email bcmbc@dtccom.net. In case of inclement weather call 615-683-8249 and listen to the recording. Donations appreciated for our Hats of Love ministry.
DeKalb Retired Teacher’s
Meeting Thursday, Dec. 7
There will be a DeKalb County retired teacher’s meeting on Thursday, Dec. 7, at 11:30 a.m. at Northside School and an auction for DeKalb retired teachers scholarship fund. All retired teachers are invited to attend. Notify Russell Watson at 615-597-7182 to reserve space. Meal provided by First Bank of Smithville. Special note for all attendees – bring a list of your former teachers to be included in the 50th anniversary booklet.
Upcoming DeKalb County
Christmas Parades
Smithville Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. Line up starts at 11 p.m. at Smithville Elementary School. To be in the parade contact Jeff Wright at 615-597-6750 or John Poss at 931-349-5598.
Liberty Christmas Parade Sunday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. Lineup will be at 1 p.m. at Salem Baptist Church. Call 615-464-8085 for more information.
The Alexandria Christmas Parade will be Sunday, Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. Line-up begins at 1 p.m. on West Main Street. To enter stop by or call the Alexandria City Hall at 615-529-2171 extension 2
DeKalb Community Complex Fourth Annual Regifting Event Saturday Dec. 2
The DeKalb Community Complex will hold its annual Regifting Event on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. until 12 noon or until all gifts are gone for children ages 5-11. The regifting event is held to help Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital and other children’s organizations. Children shop for parents/caregiver – any child not income based. Children help assemble Blessing Bags, families preregister for door prizes and a quilt square is decorated per child/volunteer to donate. You need to preregister, bring them on Dec. 2 and wait for them as they shop. To find out more contact Kim Walker at 931-212-7567 or email at kdwalker2011@hotmail.com or Ann Cripps at 615-464-7516. You can email at patchworkuc@outlook.com or check out their Facebook at facebook.com/PatchWorkUC.
American Legion and Ladies’ Auxiliary Fundraiser Dec. 2
The American Legion and Ladies’ Auxiliary will have a fundraiser for Girls and Boys State on Saturday, Dec. 2 on the top floor of City Hall. This is the day of the parade, so come get a bowl of soup or chili, dessert and a drink for $6. To-go boxes will be available. Anyone who wishes to donate a dessert please call Judy Redmon at 615-597-6240. Come before or after the parade for a great meal! Monetary donations are definitely welcome.
Salem Baptist Church to host an Active Shooter Response training class Dec. 4
This is an event for the benefit of the community and churches. Sheriff Ray has been notified as well. You can call me if you have questions 615-536-5340.
We’re going to be hosting Active Shooter Response training at Salem Baptist Church on Monday, Dec. 4, from 6 p.m.-8.p.m. The training will be put on by law enforcement friends from the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department. There is no charge, and we invite other congregations to join us as well. From nursery workers, to regular attendees, to security teams, this training is designed for everyone. Let’s be diligent in safeguarding our churches!
“For God hath not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7
DeKalb Co Neighbors Helping Neighbors Blood Drive,
Monday, Dec. 18
There will be a DeKalb County Neighbors helping Neighbors Blood Drive on Monday, Dec. 18 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. located at the County Complex Senior Citizens Center inside the Blood Mobile.
To schedule an appointment, go to: Bloodassuance.org/dekalb or contact Trudy Cody @ 931-239-9411 or TrudyCody@bloodassurance.org
Please remember to eat a good meal, drink additional water and bring photo ID!
All donors will be given a FREE “OH What Fun IT IS TO GIVE” t-shirt and entered into drawing for: Kitchen Aid Mixer Prize Pack!!
Help Wanted – Be a Caris
Hospice Volunteer today
Do you enjoy giving support and being a good listener to those around you? If your answer is yes, then becoming a Caris Hospice Volunteer could be for you. Please contact Gail Evans, Volunteer Coordinator at 888-537-3430 or visit the website at www.carishealthcare.com for more information or to apply.
Free Community-Based
Education in Nurturing
Parenting Classes
The evidence-based Nurturing Parenting Program builds protective factors in families that, when present, increase the health and well-being of children and families. A workshop will be held in DeKalb County to help families learn about the philosophy and practices of Nurturing Parenting. The classes are also offered in Cannon, Clay Cumberland, Fentress, Jackson, Macon, Overton, Pickett, Smith, Van Buren, Warren and White Counties. To register, please contact: Annette Dupree-Sanders, Statewide Training Program Manager, Tennessee Voices for Children at 615-269-7751 or 931-980-4588 or by email adupreesanders@tnvoices.org. www.tnvoices.org
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
