2010 Calendar of Events for Oak Ridge

Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec.

* Dates subject to change
* Secret City Excursion Train Rides one-hour excursions on the first and third Saturday of each month from April through September and there will be several dinner trains on select dates that haven't been decided.

JANUARY

January 1 - 10

Permanent Collection on Display
Oak Ridge Art Center, 865-482-1441

View some of the amazing masterpieces that are part of the Oak Ridge Art Center's permanent collection.
For more information, visit www.oakridgeartcenter.org.


January 17

Ebony Imagery Collection Opens
Oak Ridge Art Center, 865-482-1441

View an exhibit created by local African-American artists.
For more information, visit www.oakridgeartcenter.org.

January 18

MLK Day at Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge

Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge, (865) 482-1074
Celebrate the civil rights leader’s birthday with activities at the Children’s Museum.
For more information, visit http://www.childrensmuseumofoakridge.org.

January 22

Art A La Carte
Oak Ridge Art Center at 12 pm. 865-482-1441
For more information, visit www.oakridgeartcenter.org.

January 22 - April 4

Photography of Mike Naney
American Museum of Science and Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue - Oak Ridge, TN (865) 576-3200

This is an exhibition of photographs to document geologic observations and to record natural beauty. A brief explanation of the scientific phenomena and relationship of light, shadow, atmosphere, horizon, dimension and optical illusion will be noted in a few of the photographs. AMSE Lobby
For more information, visit www.amse.org

January 22 - May 9

100 Years of Scouting: Celebrating the Adventure, Continuing The Journey
American Museum of Science and Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue - Oak Ridge, TN (865) 576-3200

This exhibition commemorates the incorporation of the Boy Scouts of America on February 8, 1910 and documents the history of Scouting. Artifacts in the exhibit include uniforms, equipment and memorabilia collected by Lloyd Stokes of Oak Ridge. Stokes’ life-long participation in scouting has enabled him to collect items specific to Oak Ridge scouting, as well as scouting in general. AMSE Lobby
For more information, visit www.amse.org

January 23 - 24

Aladdin
Aladdin is inconsiderate toward his poor mother, rude to authority, and generally ill-mannered. But a powerful genie, fiercely sought by an evil-hearted sorcerer, gives Aladdin the chance to rise above himself, to dare great things -- even to win the hand of a princess.
For more information, visit www.orplayhouse.com

January 30

A Night at the Movies
Enjoy the Music of Titanic, Lord of Rings, James Bond, Star Wars, & more.
8:00 pm at Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center.  Presented by the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association.
For more information, visit http://www.orcma.org/

January 30 - May 9

Moneyville
American Museum of Science and Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue - Oak Ridge, TN (865) 576-3200

This traveling exhibit explores the history, science, math and economics behind money to build math skills and promote economic literacy in a fun, immersive urban environment at the American Museum of Science and Energy in Oak Ridge.
For more information, visit www.amse.org

 

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FEBRUARY

February 11 - 14

Valentine’s Day Train Rides

Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Relax and unwind with your sweetheart on this romantic and scenic excursion. Trains depart at 6 pm on Feb. 12; 1 pm and 5 pm on Feb. 13 and 14.
For more information, visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum


February 19 - 20

International Festival

Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge, (865) 482-1074
The annual festival showcases the world’s cultures through international performances, food, crafts, children’s activities and more than two dozen booths highlighting countries and regions of the world. More than 25 countries sharing culture and food and 15 international performances are scheduled throughout the day, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is $10.00 Adults, $9.00 Seniors, $8.00 for children. The key performer is Seona McDowell- Australian, Iris and English roots enchanting audiences with songs and stories that are witty, reflective and entertaining. She will play the guitar and autoharp sharing traditional, contemporary and original tunes.
For more information, visit http://www.childrensmuseumofoakridge.org.

February 20 - 21

Tom Sawyer
Tom Sawyer is a force of nature - whether he's sneaking out of his Aunt Polly's house at night to visit the graveyard; duping his playmates into white-washing a fence; stealing a kiss from the ravishing Becky Thatcher; or taking a stand against the murderous Injun Joe. Tom's smalltown adventures come alive in this charming and humorous adaptation.
For more information, visit www.orplayhouse.com

February 28

"Isotone" concert honors Stephen Hawkin
American Museum of Science and Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue - Oak Ridge, TN (865) 576-3200

The concert will be from 3pm - 5 pm and is co-sponsored by the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association and the American Museum of Science and Energy. Tickets are available from ORCMA. Concert in AMSE Auditorium.
For more information, visit www.amse.org

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MARCH

March 12 - 28

Is He Dead?
In this screamingly hilarious farce, a young painter of genius is in debt to a villainous dealer who intends on marrying the artist's girlfriend unless the deebt is paid. As an artist's work is of high value only after his death, the painter fakes his death and prospers, all while passing himself off as his own sister. Now a rich "widow," he must find a way to get out of a dress, return to life, and marry his beloved.
For more information, visit www.orplayhouse.com


March 15

CELT, an evening in Ireland with Michael Londra
8:00 PM at the Historic Grove Theater
Michael Londra, the voice of Riverdance On Broadway, will perform a benefit concert for Oak Ridge Revitalization
For more information, visit www.revitalizeoakridge.org.

March 27

Wildflower Walks
Norris Dam State Park and TVA Reservation at 10 am, 1 pm and 2 pm
Join the park staff on a guided walk that will acquaint you with the identification, the natural history and the folklore of spring wildflowers. At 10 am and 1 pm, join the park staff on the River Bluff Trail, for a three mile hike and at 2 pm at the Lower Clear Creek Trail.
For more information, visit www.yallcome.org.

March 27 Folk music legend John McCutcheon
7:30pm, Historic Grove Theater, 123 Randolph Rd.
Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and storyteller John McCutcheon has been an East Tennessee favorite for decades. His spellbinding performances feature guitar, banjo, hammer dulcimer, piano, fiddle, and autoharp. Proceeds from the concert will help build wheelchair ramps at the Children's Museum of Oak Ridge. The concert is aimed primarily at adults, but children are welcome.
Tickets are available at www.cumberlandmusic.org, at the Ferrell Shop in Jackson Square, or by calling 865-482-1074.
For more information, visit www.cumberlandmusic.org.

March 28

Youth Aliyah Concert
The concert will be from 3pm - 5 pm at the The Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church, 1500 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN.

An annual event that features performances by talented young musicians of Oak Ridge and the surrounding area. Performers usually range in age from 4 to 18 and perform a varied program of music by J.S.Bach, Bela Bartok, Melody Bober, Carol Bohm, Frédéric François Chopin, Muzio Clementi, Claude Debussy, Anton Diabelli, J.H.Fiocco, George Gershwin, and more. dgar Meyer, a native Oak Ridger, and the world renowned bassist and composer was a regular performer at the Youth Aliyah concerts in the past. He is joined by many other past participants who became professional musicians.
For more information, visit www.yaconcert.org

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APRIL

April 3

Spring Colors Train Ride
Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Relax and unwind with the family on this scenic excursion as you take in the vivid colors of spring. Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.
For more information, visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum.


April 11

2nd Annual Grits-N-Gravy Southern Festival
Oak Ridge Playhouse
The producers of the Secret City Film Festival have cooked up an afternoon of movie entertainment. Eighteen short films from southern filmmakers will be featured during the festival, which is scheduled to run from 2 pm until 7 pm.
For more information, visit http://www.SecretCityFilms.com.

April 16-17

Tennessee Arboretum Society Spring 2010 Plant Sale

Friday, April 16: Members only sale, 5-7pm
Saturday, April 17: Public sale, 9am-3pm
The University of Tennessee Arboretum Society will hold its spring plant sale April 16-17. The featured plants will be hardy camellias, both fall blooming and spring blooming. The hours are 5-7PM on April 16 for members only (memberships can be purchased that evening) and 9AM-3PM on April 17. The Arboretum is located on South Illinois Avenue.
For more information, visit www.utarboretumsociety.org

April 17

Dogwoods in the Wild Train Ride

Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Relax and unwind with the family on this scenic excursion as you take in the beautiful dogwoods. Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm. A dinner train will depart at 6 pm.
For more information, visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum

April 17 - 18

Southeast Intercollegiate Rowing Association "SIRA" Regional Championship
Melton Hill Lake. Hosted by: SIRA
For more information, visit http://www.orra.org

April 22 - 25

Spring Jamboree
Annual ATV ride on Windrock Mountain.
For more information, visit http://windrockatv.com/

April 24

Oak Ridge Sprints
Melton Hill Lake. Hosted by: ORRA
For more information, visit http://www.orra.org

April 25

Oak Ridge Dogwood Regatta
Melton Hill Lake. Hosted by: ORRA
For more information, visit http://www.orra.org

April 25 Earth Day 2010 at Oak Ridge Bissell Park
11am – 3pm
Earth Day 2010 in Oak Ridge is a family–friendly, FREE event featuring great food, local musicians and performers, educational presentations, a dedicated children's park that supports "No Child Left Inside," Xtreme outdoors, Big and Little Science, artisans and green vendors, animals, enviro-education, prizes, and something for all ages!
For more information, visit Earth Day Oak Ridge on Facebook

April 30 - May 16

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
The wildly popular musical telling of the Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors returns to the Playhouse with a new staging. The tuneful parable comes to vibrant life as the story of the boy blessed with prophetic dreams is told in an engaging mix of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock'n'roll.
For more information, visit www.orplayhouse.com

April 30 - May 1

Clinch River Antique Spring Antique Fair
Historic Downtown Clinton
More than 70 antique dealers and artisans will line Market Street in Historic Downtown Clinton. In addition, Market Street's antique and specialty stores will be open and there will be antique cars, kiddieland, entertainment and great food. Free admission and parking. For more information, call 865-457-2559.

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MAY

May 1

Dogwoods in the Wild Train Ride

Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Relax and unwind with the family on this scenic excursion as you take in the vivid colors of spring. Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.
For more information, visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum


May 1 - 16

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
The wildly popular musical telling of the Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors returns to the Playhouse with a new staging. The tuneful parable comes to vibrant life as the story of the boy blessed with prophetic dreams is told in an engaging mix of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock'n'roll.
For more information, visit www.orplayhouse.com

May 15

Armed Forces Day Train Ride

Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Relax and unwind with the family on this scenic excursion. Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm. A special dinner train departs at 6 pm.
For more information, visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum

May 15 - June 20

Snoopy as the World War I Flying Ace
American Museum of Science and Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue - Oak Ridge, TN (865) 576-3200

This traveling exhibit will showcase 40 digital images of “Peanuts” comic strips illustrating Snoopy the Fly Ace.
For more information, visit www.amse.org

May 15 - 16

South/Central Sprints
Melton Hill Lake. Hosted by: Univ of Tennessee
For more information, visit http://www.orra.org

May 27 Hot Brass
Secret City Sounds Concert Series "Hot Brass" is United States Air Force Band of Mid-America! This dynamic ensemble offer music for all tastes! Location: Pavilion Stage – Bissell Park – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.
Concerts are FREE!
Concert begins at 7:00pm. Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy a casual evening of music. Food and drinks are available.
Click for more information on HotBrass

May 28 Bua at Grove Theatre
Doors open at 7:30pm; show begins at 8:00pm.
Traditional Irish-American band Bua was named the Top Traditional Group at the 2009 Irish Music Awards! They can raise the rafters with their playing, charm with their singing, and delight with their contemporary energy! It is a breath-taking excursion, and one you will not want to miss!!
Tickets: $14 advance - $17 at the door. Get tickets online at www.cumberlandmusic.org or at the Ferrell Shop in Jackson Square.

Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec.

JUNE

June 1 - September 3

DOE Facilities Bus Tour
Various locations in Oak Ridge
This tour is free with paid admission to the American Museum of Science and Energy, and runs Mondays – Fridays during the summer (no weekends), except holidays. Explore the original Manhattan Project sites around Oak Ridge and learn the history behind the development of the world’s first atomic weapon which helped to end WWII. For more information, contact AMSE at 865-576-3200.
For an up-to-date schedule of events, visit www.amse.org.


June 18 - 19

8th Annual Secret City Festival
Join us for this citywide celebration featuring the largest multi-battle WWII re-enactment in the South! Tours of Manhattan Project sites will be offered throughout the weekend. A special children's festival area features free games, the Euro Bungy, rock climbing wall, live entertainment, a petting zoo, pony rides, and more! Arts & Crafts vendors, antique dealers, and exhibitors will be showing off their wares. Free entertainment from marionettes to music to tai-chi demonstrations will take place on various stages. Oscar the Robot will be teasing kids with his wit and charm, and the Tennessee State Parks will have their eagle and owl on hand for photo opportunities.
For an up-to-date schedule of events, visit www.secretcityfestival.com.

June 19

12th Annual Lavender Festival
The Lavender Festival is an herb fair featuring the farmers market, music throughout the day, enticing food, vendors selling herb plants and herbal products, handmade soap, jewelry, pottery, culinary and garden items, as well as arts and crafts. The focus is on gardening, cooking, aromatherapy, health, sustainability, and all things herbal. There will be cooking demonstrations, herbal tastings, informative lavender presentations, and a special Herb of the Year.  For more information, call 865-483-0961.
For an up-to-date schedule of events, visit www.jslavenderfestival.com.

June 19

Secret City Festival Train Ride

Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Enjoy the Secret City Festival, then learn more about the history of our Secret City when you ride the rails beside one of the original Manhattan Project facilities. Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm. A special dinner train departs at 6 pm.
For more information, visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum

Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec.

JULY

July 1 - September 3

DOE Facilities Public Bus Tour
Various locations in Oak Ridge
This tour is free with paid admission to the American Museum of Science and Energy, and runs Mondays – Fridays during the summer (no weekends), except holidays. Explore the original Manhattan Project sites around Oak Ridge and learn the history behind the development of the world’s first atomic weapon which helped to end WWII. For more information, contact AMSE at 865-576-3200.
For more information, visit http://www.amse.org


July 3

Independence Day Train Ride

Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Celebrate our nation’s independence as you look back on our incredible history. Learn more about the history of our Secret City when you ride the rails beside one of the original Manhattan Project facilities. Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.
For more information, visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum

July 3

Fire on the Water
Sequoyah Marina on Norris Lake
The largest 4th of July Fireworks show in Tennessee Enjoy with food and fun takes place on Norris Lake at Sequoyah Marina.
For more information www.sequoyahmarina.net. 

July 4

July 4th Celebration and Anvil Shoot
Museum of Appalachia, (865) 494-7680
July 4th will be celebrated in an unusual, dramatic, and traditional fashion at the Museum of Appalachia. Anvils will be shot at 10 a.m., 12 noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. In addition, there will be demonstrations of other traditional activities such as open-hearth cooking, wood carving, blacksmithing, saw milling, rail spliting, crosscut sawing, spinning, and buggy rides. Old Time music will be played and sung on the porches of the cabins and in the old log church. The demonstrations and music can be found throughout the 65-acre farm/village complex.
For more information www.museumofappalachia.org.

July 9

Soul Connection
Oak Ridge original 60’s – 70’s R & B band.
Location: Pavilion Stage – Bissell Park – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.
Concerts are FREE!
Concert begins at 7:00pm. Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy a casual evening of music. Food and drinks are available.
For further information, call the Arts Council at 865-482-4432.
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July 14 - 18

USRowing Club National Championship
Melton Hill Lake. Hosted by: USRowing
For more information, visit http://www.orra.org

July 23 Frost Bottom Boys
Bluegrass band with the energy of rock n roll and a smooth jazzy feel.
Location: Pavilion Stage – Bissell Park – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.
Concerts are FREE!
Concert begins at 7:00pm. Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy a casual evening of music. Food and drinks are available.
For further information, call the Arts Council at 865-482-4432.
Click for more information on Frost Bottom Boys

Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec.

AUGUST

August 1 – September 3

DOE Facilities Public Bus Tour
Various locations in Oak Ridge
This tour is free with paid admission to the American Museum of Science and Energy, and runs Mondays – Fridays during the summer (no weekends), except holidays. Explore the original Manhattan Project sites around Oak Ridge and learn the history behind the development of the world’s first atomic weapon which helped to end WWII. For more information, contact AMSE at 865-576-3200.
For more information, visit http://www.amse.org


August 13 Christabel and the Jons
Unique and distinctive folksy swing music
Location: Pavilion Stage – Bissell Park – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.
Concerts are FREE!
Concert begins at 7:00pm. Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy a casual evening of music. Food and drinks are available.
For further information, call the Arts Council at 865-482-4432.
Click for more information on Christabel and the Jons


August 27 Hot Shot Freight Train
Americana/Narrative rock band influenced by American storytellers who bring their art alive through music.
Location: Pavilion Stage – Bissell Park – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.
Concerts are FREE!
Concert begins at 7:00pm. Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy a casual evening of music. Food and drinks are available.
For further information, call the Arts Council at 865-482-4432.
Click for more information on Hot Shot Freight Train


Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec.

SEPTEMBER

September 1 - 13

DOE Facilities Public Bus Tour
Various locations in Oak Ridge
This tour is free with paid admission to the American Museum of Science and Energy, and runs Mondays – Fridays during the summer (no weekends), except holidays. Explore the original Manhattan Project sites around Oak Ridge and learn the history behind the development of the world’s first atomic weapon which helped to end WWII. For more information, contact AMSE at 865-576-3200.
For more information, visit http://www.amse.org


Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec.

OCTOBER

October, every full weekend (Sat/Sun)

Fall Colors Train Ride
Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Enjoy the beautiful fall colors of East Tennessee on this relaxing journey. Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.
For more information, visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum


October 6 - 10

Tennessee Fall Homecoming
Museum of Appalachia, (865) 494-7680
Come and visit the most extensive and authentic gathering of old-time musicians and pioneer-type craftspeople in the country. Explore the 65-acre museum complex with hundreds of people engaged in frontier, mountain and rural activities, along with over 300 traditional, folk, early country and bluegrass musicians, including such nationally famous folks as Ralph Stanley, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, The Isaacs, Mac Wiseman, Leroy Troy, Pine Mountain Railroad, The Cluster Pluckers, Raymond Fairchild, The Lewis Family, Mike Snider, Rhonda Vincent, Sparky Rucker and many, many more.
For more information, visit www.museumofappalachia.org.

 
October 8 - 9

Clinch River Antique Spring Antique Fair
Historic Downtown Clinton
More than 70 antique dealers and artisans will line Market Street in Historic Downtown Clinton. In addition, Market Street's antique and specialty stores will be open and there will be antique cars, kiddieland, entertainment and great food. Free admission and parking. For more information, call 865-457-2559.

October 9 3rd Annual East Tennessee Sports Expo - The South's Most Unique Multi-Sports Event
Oak Ridge High School, Oak Ridge, TN
Events include: NPC Bodybuilding, Figure and Bikini Competitions, Powerlifting, Armsport Arm Wrestling, Smoky Mountain Fencing, Vendors, Exhibitions and more. Part of the ticket sales benefits ORHS Athletic Dept.
Vendors open 10:30am-5pm to the public. Sponsorships and Booth Space available
Tickets on sale August 14th. Contact Ginger Nunamaker 865-363-7854
For more information, tickets, newsletter signup and more visit easttnsportsexpo.com.

TBD

Secret City Film Festival
Oak Ridge Playhouse
Submitted documentaries and short films will be participating for cash and prizes in the annual Secret City Film Festival.
For more information, visit http://www.secretcityfilms.com

October 16 - 30

Fall Color Cruises
Norris Lake, Sponsored by Friends of Norris Dam State Park, (865) 426-7461
Spend a day admiring the picturesque scenery of the Norris Lake, nestled in the majestic mountains of East Tennessee. Enjoy the wonderful mosaic of natural colors during a two hour cruise on Norris Dam State Park’s pontoon boat. You will also enjoy learning about the natural wonders and fascinating history of the first dam and lake built in the Tennessee Valley. Groups are encouraged to register early. Limited to 10 people per ride. Rides begin at 11 a.m., 12 noon, 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

October 22 - 24

ATV Fall Ride
Annual fall ATV ride on Windrock Mountain.
For more information, visit http://windrockatv.com/

October 30 - 31

Spooktacular Train Ride
Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Trick-or-Treat in style on this exciting train ride. Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, and 7 pm on October 30 and 1 pm, 3 pm, and 7 pm on October 31. A special dinner train departs at 6 pm.
For more information, visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum

 

October 31

Secret City Head Race
Melton Hill Lake. Hosted by: ORRA
For more information, visit http://www.orra.org

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NOVEMBER

November 21

Secret City Half Marathon
This year, the course will start and end at the National Fitness Center in Oak Ridge and will run along city streets and greenways. A portion of the course will run along the Oak Ridge waterfront (Melton Lake Greenway).  Also new this year, we have a 2-person Half Marathon Relay race.
For more information visit http://secretcityhalfmarathon.com/

November 26 - 27

Thanksgiving Friday and Saturday Train Rides
Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Relax and unwind after a long holiday weekend with the family on this scenic excursion. Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm.
For more information visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum

Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec.

DECEMBER

December 1 - 12

Twelve Days of Christmas in Old Appalachia
Museum of Appalachia, (865) 494-7680
Music of the season will be heard across the grounds, with a different choir or band performing each day. Demonstrations of old-time skills will be offered daily, varying from blacksmithing to quilting. Musicians will play and sing seasonal music for visitors before a cozy fire in the Peters Homestead House.The Museum is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Christmas Day.
For more information, visit http://www.museumofappalachia.org.


December 4 - 5 and 11 - 12

Santa Trains
Secret City Excursion Train, (865) 241-2140
Get ready to start your holiday season with the family on this scenic excursion. The man in the big red suit will make an appearance! Trains depart at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm.
For more information visit www.southernappalachia.railway.museum

December 11

Holiday Homecoming
Annual Holiday Homecoming
Norris Dam State Park, 4 pm – 9 pm
Celebrate the Holidays by strolling through the decorated cabins at Norris Dam State Park. The cabins will be decorated in different themes that depict a different Tennessee Holiday homecoming. Christmas Caroling and craft making will also be occurring throughout the cabin area. There will be old time music in the Tea Room where Santa will also be available for taking wish list and pictures.

For more information, contact the park at 865-426-7461.

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