DeKalb County closures on
Veteran’s Day
The DeKalb County Courthouse, County Complex County Offices, and Smithville Senior Center will be closed Friday November 10, 2017 in observance of Veterans Day. The County Court Clerk’s Office will also be closed Saturday November 11th.
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.
Banks CP Church Veteran’s Day
Chili Supper Nov. 11
There will be a Veteran’s Day Chili Supper at Banks CP Church located at 2933 Banks Pisgah Road, Smithville on Saturday, Nov. 11, starting at 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
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 a.m. The walkathon will start at 11 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.
Operation Christmas Child
to Start Nov. 13
National collection begins Monday, Nov. 13, and extends through Monday, Nov. 20. Indian Creek Baptist Church, Smithville, is the drop-off center for our area. Hours are Monday thru Friday -6 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Sunday, 3-6 p.m. and on Monday, Nov. 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shipping and ministry cost for each box is $9 which was provided by the church.
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.
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.
