Smithville Lions Club Pecan Fundraiser
We are selling one pound bag of half mammoths for only $11. All pecans are this year’s crop from South Georgia. All proceeds go to help the citizens of DeKalb County. To purchase stop by Starla Meigs, First Bank, Vester Parsley’s office, or Patty’s restaurant is Smithville. Call, message or text Wendy at 615-390-3567.
UCDD
Are you raising a relative child or need housing assistance? For more information on assistance and support, please contact Melissa Allison at the Upper Cumberland Development District toll-free at 1-0800-275-8233. A support group meeting will be held for relatives caring for relative children during the month. Please contact Melissa Allison at 931-476-4127. If you are interested in attending this meeting. For housing assistance, while caring for a minor child, please contact Myra Walker.
Veterans Service Officer Ready to Assist
Are you a veteran in need of assistance? DeKalb County has a Veteran's Service Officer ready to help you, not only with filing claims, but for conversations about your service.
Retired military service officer Bill Rutherford is located on the first floor of the DeKalb County Courthouse and is ready to offer assistance. He is available for in-office visits each Tuesday and Thursday or can be reached by telephone at any time at 615-560-3610. DeKalb County appreciates the service of all veterans and is proud to provide this service.
Al-Anon & AA meetings
Meetings on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church 105 Edgewood Avenue, McMinnville, TN 37110
DeKalb Foster Children Need Help During the Holidays
A child who has been removed from an abusive or neglectful home will be sharing Christmas with a family of strangers or possibly celebrating Christmas for the first time. Many of the younger children may wonder if Santa will know where to bring their presents or most may even wonder if they will get anything at all!
This year, there are more than 777 children in the Upper Cumberland who are in the care of Tennessee, and approximately 42 are in DeKalb County and these local children need the help of those in their local community.
The Santa for all Season group is requesting assistance to support these children during the season of giving. This organization provides assistance to foster and underprivileged children all year.
If you or your organization is willing to help provide a donation for these children, please contact Annette Greek at 615-597-5023 or make checks payable to Santa for All Season (DeKalb Foster Children’s Fund) and send to the following address: Annette Webb Greek, 1101 South College Street, Smithville.
Patchwork Regifting Event December 2
Christmas is the season for giving and children who participate in this year’s 9th Annual Patchwork Regifting Event will have a chance to experience that by doing something special for their parents and total strangers.
Regifting gives children ages 4 to 12 an opportunity to shop for their parents or caregivers at no cost. The gifts are then wrapped, tagged, and prepared for Christmas giving.
This year’s Regifting Event will be on Saturday, December 2 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. or until all gifts are gone at the DeKalb County Complex. Families must pre-register their children in order to be eligible for a chance to receive a door prize. Bring your children to the county complex and wait for them to shop. All children who shop will receive a goody bag.
Donations are collected throughout the year for this event so that those who can’t afford to buy gifts can still share in the joy of giving by regifting something.
The children are then asked to prepare a blessing bag to be given to others.
This year, children will help assemble Blessing Bags for local veterans.
If you need more information or would like to volunteer call or text Chelsye Madden at 931-247-3369 or Joanna Fuson at 615-517-9100. Please no calls after 5 p.m. You may also call Amber Adams at 615-684-5798 from 6-8 p.m. Email patchworkuc@outlook.com or visit Facebook.
Life of Christ, Dec. 9 & 10
Christmas Drive-Thru on December 9 & 10 from 6 pm to 8pm at Brush Creek Baptist Church, 26 School Bus Circle, Brush Cree, Tennessee. Donations appreciated for our Hats of Love Ministry. For more information call 615-683-8249 or email bembc@dtccom.net.
UCHRA
Commodity Distribution
The Upper Cumberland Human Resources Agency will hod a commodities distribution for DeKalb County on Wednesday, December 29, 2023 from 9 am, until 11 am at the DeKalb County UCHRA Office. Extra amounts will be passed out for the holidays, so please have your vehicle cleared out. Sign-up will be available at the distribution site.
The Upper Cumberland Human Resources Agency does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national, origin, religion, or disability in admission to, access to, or operate of its programs, services, or activities.
Parkinson’s Support Group
The Parkinson’s Support Group will have our next meeting on Tuesday, December 5 at 10 a.m. We will not have a speaker, but will have a Christmas party. Lunch will be provided, but we ask you to bring desserts to share. We also having a white elephant gift exchange. Shop your home to find a treasure to exchange. We meet at Caney Fork Baptist Church, 2404 Hwy. 70 E, Cookeville. Call Laura at 931-319-0309 to RSVP, or with any questions.
Smithville Christmas Parade and Christmas on the Square
Get ready to embrace the spirit of the season as Smithville gears up for an unforgettable holiday celebration. The Smithville Christmas Parade and the 22nd Annual “Christmas on the Square” are again joining forces to make Saturday, December 2nd, a day filled with joy, festivities, and cherished memories.
The Smithville Christmas Parade will kick off the festivities at 4 PM, but the line-up for the participants begins at 2 PM at the New Life Connection Center, located at 750 S. Congress Blvd., Smithville. The parade route will commence from the New Life Connection Center, proceeding along South Congress Blvd. and culminating in the heart of Downtown Smithville Square.
Following the Smithville Parade, the enchanting “Christmas on the Square” extravaganza will begin at 5:30 PM. The Smithville-DeKalb County Chamber cordially invites all attendees to stay and immerse themselves in the joy of the holiday season with an array of delightful activities in downtown Smithville.
Highlighted Events at “Christmas on the Square” include:
* Chamber of Commerce “Live” Windows Contest: People of all ages love the “Live Windows.” Downtown businesses and offices will adorn their windows with amazingly creative “live” scenes, and beautifully decorated interiors for the occasion from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Attendees can actively participate by voting for their favorite “Live” Display Window. Share your top pick on the Smithville-DeKalb County Chamber Facebook Page, and the window with the “Most Likes” will receive additional points in the judging process. Chamber Director Suzanne Williams will present awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places, in addition to a “Chamber Choice” award.
*Christmas Shopping: Discover an array of holiday specials and extended shopping hours at downtown stores, making it the perfect opportunity to select unique and wonderful Christmas gifts. Shops will be open until 8 PM.
*DeKalb Courthouse: Make sure to visit the DeKalb Courthouse to visit with elected county officials and partake in complimentary refreshments within a festive atmosphere. The courthouse’s exterior will dazzle with large Christmas trees adorning both sides.
*FREE Photo Booth: Sponsored by the City of Smithville, a photo booth will be available on the main floor of the courthouse for visitors to capture cherished moments.
*Smithville City Hall: Experience the magic of the season with festive outdoor Christmas displays, accompanied by holiday music playing outdoors. Inside, you can enjoy cookies and admire the decorations.
*Justin-Potter Library: Bring your camera! Santa himself will be making a special appearance at the library from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, offering photo opportunities for children. Each child will also receive a Christmas take-home craft.
*Refuge Church: After the parade, head to Refuge Church at 303 Public Square, where they will be serving hot soup while it lasts and providing a place to warm up.
*Smithville Electric: Be captivated by the dazzling lights at Evins Park’s Open-Air Stage, beautifully decorated by Smithville Electric employees, creating a magical atmosphere.
Chamber Director Suzanne Williams encourages everyone to attend this year’s Smithville Parade and to linger for the delightful and heartwarming Christmas on the Square event, describing it as the perfect way to usher in the Christmas season.
Inaugural Border Battle Alumni Basketball Game Between DCHS & CCHS Set for December 9 in Smithville
The First Ever Border Battle Alumni Basketball Game between DeKalb County High School and Cannon County High School will be Saturday, December 9 at 6 p.m. at the DCHS gymnasium.
Any former DCHS or Cannon County High School basketball player or cheerleader (Cheerleaders can be from any sport). The participation cost is $25 per player or cheerleader which includes a team shirt. Proceeds will benefit the Class of 2024 Project Graduation
Please submit sign-up sheets and payments to Yvonne Hale at the front office at DeKalb County High School. Forms may also be emailed to Regina Turner at rlturner@dtccom.net and payment can be made by Venmo@Regina-Turner-33 (please comment who and what the payment is for if submitting electronically) The deadline to enter is November 22.
