Smoky Mountains Around Town / December 2015 by Smoky Mountains Around Town

Photo by Kenneth Wayne

Smoky Mountains

Around Town

What To See And Where To Be In The Smokies!

Volume 2, No. 12

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New Year's Eve Ball Drop And Fireworks Show Gatlinburg will welcome the arrival of 2016 in unique style with its 28th Annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks Show around the intersection of Parkway and Historic Nature Trail at the base of the Space Needle late Thursday night, December 31. At the stroke of midnight on January 1, 2016, ﬁreworks will blast off the rooftop of the 400-foot tall Space Needle with special music choreographed for the ﬁreworks show produced by Pyro-Shows of LaFollette, Tennessee. The Space Needle has added rhythmic LED lights to the tower, making for a spectacular display. The entire city of Gatlinburg celebrates New Year’s Eve in a big way with many restaurants and businesses offering celebration specials. For more information on New Year’s Eve in Gatlinburg, please call 800-588-1817.

Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride Of Lights Visitors can soak up the spirit of the Gatlinburg Winter Magic season from the comfort of a Gatlinburg Trolley by taking the relaxing Trolley Ride of Lights. The specially designated trolleys carry their guests on a memorable journey through downtown and adjacent Hwy. 321, allowing everyone to experience the magical wonder of Gatlinburg Winter Magic. Trolley times 6:30, 7:30, 8:30.

"Peppermil s, Peppercorns and Peckerwood”

Featuring one-of-a-kind LED lighting displays along Gatlinburg’s famous downtown Parkway, adjacent River Road, and the triangle juncture of the two, the latest $1.6 million-plus rollout of custom designed and

fabricated lighting displays are marked by sections reminiscent of winter forests, evergreens and romance. The Hwy. 321 route features an injection of bright displays as well. Gatlinburg has converted its entire winter lights program to quarterwatt LED bulbs, replacing the 5watt incandescent bulbs and saving the City some 95 percent in energy cost and allowing the City to light the entire 120 days of the program for what it once cost for three days of electricity. Displays featuring animals indigenous to Great Smoky Mountains National Park including deer, foxes, squirrels and rabbits are part of the program.

November 11, 2015 - January 31, 2016

Many of the timeless displays visitors have grown accustomed to over the past 23 years have been converted to crisp LED as well. Most recently, fanciful snowmen, dancing fountains, a group of international children and a shiny rocking horse have joined the lineup. All trolleys take the same route, children under 3 are free if they are sitting in an adult’s lap, no food or drink on Trolley, enclosed and heated. See Pigeon Forge Winterfest Trolley info Page 11

By A. Jann Peitso Peppermills, Peppercorns and “Peckerwood” trees are pieces of a puzzle brought together by the skilled hands of some Gatlinburg artisans. Gourmet peppercorns may be on the top of your gift list this year. Perhaps a peppermill should be included, but not just any “store-bought” peppermill. The gears that grind the pepper are similar, but the piece of “peckerwood” in the hands of a true craftsperson becomes a work of utilitarian art. Meet those local wood turners at the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Holiday Show in the downtown Gatlinburg Convention Center, Nov. 24 – Dec. 6. Let them explain the uniqueness of each piece of wood that was chosen for that particular peppermill. As you grind your peppercorns later at home, you will never look at the wood of the grinder in the same way again. It will now have a story to tell. The Gatlinburg wood turners join potters, painters, jewelers, photographers, sculptors, glass makers and a glassblower at this “free to the visitors” Holiday Show. How about making this gift-giving season one “from the hands of an artisan”?

FOOT GEAR OPEN YEAR-ROUND for ATV's and UTV's

Teva Dealer

Of Gatlinburg

We Are The Only UGG’S Dealer In The Area! Can Am Maverick

Polaris Slingshot

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If it is Douglas Lake or The Great Smoky Mountains or just cruzin Gatlinburg we have you covered !!!

Calhoun’s Village •1004 Parkway, #301• Gatlinburg • 865-436-2500

Home Harvest Hydroponics Aeroponics Grow Systems Organics / Aquaponics

865-556-8957

www.HomeHarvestHydroponics.com

1003 East Parkway, #300, Gatlinburg

107 Wade Lane, Sevierville, TN 37876 • (865) 453-4769

www.DownSouthOutdoorAdventures.com

AquaFarm

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Crystelle Creek Presents A Special Holiday Concert KEN WAYNE Featuring Grammy Award Winning Singer and Songwriters Bobby Tomberlin & Bill LaBounty One Night Only - Saturday December 5th

Photography & Gallery

Photo Workshop Tours

Reservations Highly Recommended

To Perfect Your Camera Skills

Call (865) 430-1551

One on One & Group Photography Lessons

Limited Seating Bill LaBounty

1654 East Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 Bobby Tomberlin

Free Parking On Two Levels • Handicap Accessible

Great Smoky Christmas Arts & Crafts Show November 30 - December 6 / Admission: Free Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are offered at their annual Christmas show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.

Website & Brochure Design Services

The Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts Community is the nation's largest organization of independent artisans makes its home in Gatlinburg and the 8-mile Arts and Crafts Loop along Route 321, Buckhorn Road and Glades Road. The Tennessee artists and craftspeople here create beautiful and useful things with techniques handed down for centuries. Find gorgeous quilts, old-fashioned straw brooms with hand carved handles, exquisitely woven baskets, hand-dipped scented candles, Victorian ceramic pitchers, pottery, dulcimers, stuffed bears and leather vests. There is handmade jewelry unlike anything you'll ﬁnd in the malls back home. Painters capture scenes of landscapes and mountain life, while potters and weavers work magic with clay and cloth. Please visit our website: www.gatlinburgcrafts.com

Photo Restoration Services

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805 E. Parkway, Gatlinburg

Last school year, more than 15,000 students from 104 schools in Tennessee, North Carolina and surrounding states visited the Smokies to participate in the Parks As Classrooms program. Students in every grade, from elementary to high school, received hands-on, curriculumbased education thanks to this amazing program. These students represent the next generation of doctors, teachers, engineers, and of course the next generation of park stewards. Thank you for making a real difference with your generous support of Parks As Classrooms.

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• Muffins • Homemade Candies

• Smoothies • fudge

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¬Handcrafted Old World Santas ¬Special Ornaments (865) 436-3339 ¬Thoughtful Gifts

Gatlinburg’s Newest Casual Restaurant

Check This Paper for Grand Opening

865-850-2889

Parks As Classrooms

Alibis

Featuring home cooked meals, signature salads, hot steam subs and TV’s everywhere for the sport enthusiast! Opening Soon 2015.

Retouching & Color Correction

Photographers: Kenneth Wayne

Contributing Writers: Cynthia Reeves Chef JD Kathryn Sherrard Teri Pizza Danny Lewis W. Alan Bruhin Kimi Harris Glenn K. Turner Stacey Adam A. Jann Peitso

Free Parking

November 27 - December 19 Through the holiday season, visitors can meet characters and storytellers and enjoy caroling along the Parkway Friday and Saturday evenings during this annual event! Location is Downtown Gatlinburg. (865) 430-4148

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Great Food & Entertainment Your host Kim & David

The Best Place To Dance!

HOGG'S UPSTAIRS TAVERNE Neesee on the keyboard singing all your favorites

Gatlinburg Sports Bar Atmosphere By Day Gatlinburg Fun Hot Spot At Night!

So You Wanna Party ? Open Daily 3 pm

Entertainment Every Night!

Carrie Tillis, Bill Labounty and Bobby Tomberlin

(865) 430-1551

Follow Me To The Tree Appetizers • Salads • Soups • Entrees Italian Dishes • Daily Specials • Desserts Full Bar Service • Free Parking • In House Catering Pet Friendly Sports Porch!

WWW.CRYSTELLECREEK.COM 1654 East Parkway (Next To Dollar General)

Dancing On The Bar

Patio Seating

With the best view on the strip!

Best Burgers and Wings in Gatlinburg www.hoggsupstairstaverne.com (865) 436-8515 Open 7 Days Per Week from 12 pm until 1 am

745 Parkway, Suite 10 Gatlinburg

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Three Jimmy’s New Years Eve Masquerade Ball Come enjoy the Blair Xperience!!! $1500 total in cash prizes for the best dressed and best mask. Drink specials all night long. Don’t settle for second best, come to Three Jimmy’s.

Price includes your choice of: Smoked Prime Rib Salmon Champagne Chicken All Meals Served with Salad and Two Sides. Champagne Toast at Midnight. Single $55.00 Couple $100.00 Cover charge $20.00 at the door (does not include meal or guaranteed seat)

$1500 in Cash Prizes Best Dressed Singles First $200 Second $100 Third $50 Best Dressed Couples First $400 Second $200 Third $100 Best Mask $100 Employee First $200, Second $100, Third $50

1359 E. Parkway, Suite F, Gatlinburg • (865) 325-1210

Neil’s Gallery

Gatlinburg’s Largest Collection of Antiques

You owe it to yourself to stop by our antique shops in Gatlinburg for the best selection of antiques, collectibles and antique furniture in the area.

Seating Determined At Time Of Purchase / Deposit Required

L ocal A rtist ...

Robert A. Tino Originals, Canvas, Paper Prints • Oil Paintings • Acrylics • Watercolors

Located at the Covered Bridge in the Glades

www.neilsgallery.com

849 Glades Road, 2B6 • Gatlinburg •

865-430-4029

Astonishing Health Benefits of Colloidal Silver There are so many Colloidal Silver uses. In fact, people have used it with such success on so many unrelated uses, that many have dismissed Colloidal Silver as a ...scam. Colloidal silver uses have a history of hundreds of years. It may be taken in different ways for specific purposes. There are NO known side affects to taking colloidal silver when following the suggested manufacturers use. Common cold: At first signs of symptoms of this viral infection – Itchy feeling in back of the mouth, sneezing, etc, spray the back of the mouth and under the tongue every 2 hours. Alternatively, gargle with approximately one teaspoon -5 ml Colloidal Silver 56 times a day and swallow. Large amounts of Vitamin C (2-4

grams) are often recommended. Drink plenty of pure water. Intestinal problems: Because Colloidal Silver is quickly absorbed when taken normally as in a maintenance dose, it does not reach the large intestine. A different approach is therefore necessary. Irritable Bowel, Diverticulitis, Food Poisoning, Flu, conditions leading to diarrhoea where the offending pathogen is in the gut: A 7 oz. dose mixed with 1 quart of pure chlorine-free water taken ﬁrst thing in the morning on an empty stomach and bladder followed by lying down for 20 minutes, should give fast relief from the worst symptoms. Because intestinal ﬂora balance may be affected, it is usually recommended to replenish by taking live culture yoghurt or similar products. Drinking plenty of pure water is important. Continued to Page 4

The Decorium

”Specializing in Affordable Elegance for You and The Home”

(865) 325-1411 373 Parkway , Gatlinburg 2nd Location located in Arts & Crafts Community

608 Glades Rd ., Gatlinburg

AmericanSideshowAntiques.com

T he Smiths The Unique, The Unusual and the Hard-to-Find • Handmade Knives • Scrimshaw in Ancient Ivory

Unusual Antiques & Oddities from Remote Corners of the World

865-436-3322 www.TheSmithsShop.com 680 Glades Road, #2 • Gatlinburg

View Bears Responsibly

Formerly in The Village 450 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738

865-325-1565 Open 10 A.M. Daily

Free Parking behind The Store or next door at Crossroads Inn & Suites

Great Smoky Mountains National Park wildlife biologists remind the public to allow bears to forage undisturbed on natural foods during this critical feeding period before winter hibernation. Bears depend on fall foods such as acorns and grapes to store fat reserves that enable them to survive winter. This year, these foods in the park are extremely rare leading bears to move long distances in search of food. Many bears have been reported well outside the park boundary including several sightings in busy, downtown communities and neighborhoods. Residents please keep residential garbage secured and to remove any other attractants such as bird feeders and pet foods. “There were no cherries this year and the hard mast is marginal at best,” said Smokies Wildlife Biologist Bill Stiver. “Because food is scarce, bears are trying to access individual trees in areas they normally would not during good food years.” Feeding bears is illegal and all food waste should be properly disposed of to discourage bears from approaching people. Feeding, touching, disturbing and willfully approaching wildlife within 50 yards (150 feet), or any distance that disturbs or displaces wildlife, is illegal in the park. If approached by a bear, slowly back away to put distance between the animal and yourself creating space for the animal to pass. To report a bear incident call 865-436-1230.

Dog Boarding Dog Day Care Dog Grooming

“OK, I’m ready for dinner”

Some tourist don't stay in a place this nice!

www.barksandrecgatlinburg.com We are located on highway 321, 5.5 miles from trafc light #3 in Gatlinburg

And Piano Bar

1st Place in Two Categories at the Sevier County Fair Smoky Mountain Celebra on

865-325-1210 Dine In or Take Out

Wampler’s Ole Smoky Moonshine Pork 2014 Grand Champion

Regional Favorites

King of Wings 2014 Grand Champion

Steeped in Mountain Heritage

Vet Records Required For All Services

(865) 325-8245 Reservations Are Highly Encouraged

2159 East Parkway,Gatlinburg,TN 37738 Open all year round

Directions: At trafﬁc light #3 in Gatlinburg turn onto 321.

Go 2.7 miles to Glades Road and turn left. We are on the left.

1359 E. Parkway, Suite F, Gatlinburg

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Winter Sports of three chairlifts and hit the slopes. Beginners will want to try their ﬁrst runs on the Ski School Slope and Cub Way. Intermediate skiers are invited to try the Ober Chute, Bear Run, Castle Run, and Alpine Run Trails. Advanced skiers will enjoy the challenges of Grizzly Trail and Mogul Ridge. Night ski - The fun doesn't stop when the sun goes down. All the slopes are lit for Gatlinburg skiing at night. Skiers can relax at the apres-ski lounge, savor a delicious hot meal in the restaurant, or grab a quick snack at the food court. Gatlinburg is home to Tennessee's only ski resort. Hop on the tram from downtown, or drive on up to Ober Gatlinburg for some big air. From December through March, Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort is alive with speed and color as skiers hit the slopes. Take the tramway for a scenic two-mile trek to the top of Mount Harrison right from downtown. No skis? No snowboard? No problem. Gatlinburg skiing equipment rentals available in the rental shop.

Tubing it - Ober Gatlinburg features a 9-lane, 400-foot snow tubing park with a 50-foot vertical drop. Now tubing is even better than you remember it–and on a much bigger hill with its own Magic Carpet lift. This $1.5 million dollar facility is one of the ﬁnest in the south, with the capacity to host 150 visitors per session and 100 percent snowmaking coverage. There are no special skills or equipment required - just a sense of adventure!

All skill levels and love for beginners - Whether you're a veteran, or you've never skied or snowboarded, Ober Gatlinburg is the perfect place to give it a try. Certiﬁed ski instructors will guide you through the basics. Skiers and snowboarders are also welcome to take a refresher course or more advanced courses. Then hop on one

Skate away - Skate year-round on Ober's huge indoor ice arena. The 140' X 75' indoor ice arena is the centerpiece of Ober Gatlinburg's massive enclosed mall. With over 400 pairs of rental skates available for men, women, and children, you can skate away an hour or an afternoon.

“Success Through Customer Satisfaction”

24 hour turn around Hotels ¬ Restaurants ¬ Cabins ¬ Rental Companies

Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade

865-363-5486 2917 Cosby Hwy., Cosby, TN 37722

Parade will step off at 7:30pm on Friday, December 4 The Gatlinburg Christmas Parade in is known as the Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade and features over 100 parade entries of marching bands, ﬂoats, helium balloons, performers, and more! The Gatlinburg Christmas Parade 2015 is expected to draw more than 80,000 spectators viewing the parade throughout downtown Gatlinburg.

Creating Unique Hand Crafted Jewelry

The Jewelry Spot Gemstones • Wire Art • Enamels Sterling Silver • 14 Kt Gold Filled • Custom Orders Available

440-478-1841 www.thejewelryspot.net 849 Glades Road, Suite 1B7, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 Located at the Covered Bridge in The Glades

Misty Mountain Soap Co. A Healthier Choice In Skin Care

The parade takes place on December 4 at approximately 7:30pm beginning at traffic light #1A on Highway 321 and ends at Traffic Light #10…if you’re at traffic light 10, the parade will reach you around 8pm. The entire parade typically lasts around an hour. The majority of people tend to sit or stand along the parkway in downtown Gatlinburg for the best views closest to all the action. If you would like to view a map of Gatlinburg to see where the traffic lights are, you can view the city’s map at: http://www.gatlinburg.com/maps/ . Keep in mind that the Parkway through downtown Gatlinburg will be closed off during the Christmas parade as well as slightly before it begins and after it ends. With this in mind, if you plan to attend the Gatlinburg Christmas Parade then we highly suggest arriving in town earlier in the day, find a parking spot, and stroll through the downtown shops, grab a bite to eat, sip some hot chocolate and make an afternoon & evening out of it. Have fun and enjoy the entire experience! Where to Park If you’re fortunate enough to find a parking spot along River Road (which parallels the Parkway), most of those spots are free. If there aren’t any open spots, there are a handful of privately owned parking lots along River Road that typically charge a flat fee. There are also two city-operated parking garages, one at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies and the other at Traffic Light #3, the McMahan Parking Garage. Both of these parking garages provide numerous parking spots that should be available.

Natural Soaps, Lotions & Bath Products hand crafted in our shops!

(865) 430-8084 www.mistymountainsoap.com Two locations in the Arts & Crafts Community! 601 Glades Road (Morning Mist Village) 849 Glades Road (Covered Bridge Complex)

The Ship Pub

NOW REOPEN With original Price family owners! Inviting warm English decor!

December Events

December 1 to 31 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic –The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with dozens of spectacular LED bulb light displays, featuring all LED bulbs.(800) 568-4748 December 1 to 30 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights – Enjoy a guided trolley tour of Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays.Departure is from the Ripley's Aquarium Trolley Station. Trolley leaves at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30. Excludes December 5, 24, 25, 31. Group reservations are available. Book your seats on-line: www.gatlinburg.com/events November 30 to December 6 – Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Holiday Show – Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are offered as they host their annual holiday show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com - (800) 568-4748.

December 4 – Gatlinburg's 40th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade – This popular Christmas parade in downtown Gatlinburg is recognized as one of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast. Parade features lighted floats, marching bands, equestrian units and balloons. Parade begins at 7:30 p.m. (800) 568-4748 December (Date TBA) – Christmas on Ice – Enjoy the spirit of the season as local skaters display their talents on ice to the sounds of holiday music in a two-day performance at Ober Gatlinburg's ice arena. Call (800) 251-9202 and visit www.obergatlinburg.com. December 31– New Year's Eve Fireworks Show & Ball Drop on Historic Nature Trail at the Parkway – For the 27th straight year, the Space Needle area at traffic light #8 comes alive at the stroke of midnight with a fabulous fireworks show. Features live entertainment. “Best New Year's Eve Show in the South.” (800) 568-4748.

traditional favorite dishes:

Burgers•Wings•Pizza•salads authentic English dishes such as:

Fish & Chips•Steak & Guinness Pie•Bangers & Mash www.ship-pub.com Winter Hours: Tuesday thru Sunday, Closed Mondays (865) 325-1658

170 Glades Road, Suite 33, Gatlinburg

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Steaks Burgers Seafood and much more

Where The Locals Go

Howard's Steakhouse has been in Gatlinburg since 1946 offering the traditional Howard’s menu. Seating is also available outside next to a running stream. The bar is a long time locals favorite with a hometown atmosphere.

Catering Available The Wild Boar Saloon located upstairs offers a lighter fare with tavern style appetizers and specialty bar drinks. Offering a great night life atmosphere with Karaoke.

976 E Parkway, Downtown Gatlinburg

www.HowardsRestaurantGatlinburg.com (865) 436-3600

Intestinal Worms / Internal Parasites: Taking Colloidal Silver regularly can act as a preventative measure. The small parasitic worms lay eggs to reproduce. In this state, they are vulnerable to the effects of Colloidal Silver, preventing the eggs from hatching. Bladder infections and Urinary tract: Many favourable reports suggest Colloidal Silver taken as for “general internal cleansing” to be successful especially for bladder infections cystitis and urinary tract problems. For serious infections, 7 oz. taken as detailed under “Irritable Bowel” section above, may be used. External applications: Cuts, Grazes, Burns, Dandruff, Itchy Scalp, Skin conditions like Psoriasis and Eczema beneﬁt from frequent application. Colloidal Silver does not sting and has powerful antiseptic, disinfectant and germicidal properties. It has also been shown to promote wound healing. Athlete’s foot fungal infection: After washing and thoroughly drying the foot: Spray the affected area, leave 5 minutes and dry gently. Alternatively, a small wad of cotton wool can be soaked in colloidal silver and placed in between the toes for a few minutes if this is the only affected area. A small amount may be sprayed inside the shoes. Eye Infections: Mild Eye infections like “Pink Eye” are reputed to respond well to Colloidal Silver. A few drops applied at night and in the morning have been shown to quickly clear up the problem. Humans have been using colloidal silver for somewhere between 2 and 3 THOUSAND years. There has not been one reported death using colloidal silver in all of that time. Before antibiotics arrived, colloidal silver was the “standard treatment” for all pathogenic diseases. While you may have been cautioned against using colloidal silver, know that colloidal silver beneﬁts are tried and true.

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Gatlinburg Pickers Sparky’s Glassblowing

Come and watch Gary at work

by Danny Lewis

Now and again it’s fun to feature something ﬁne, exquisite and the mastery of the art of intricate, tedious, beautiful work as this example of a Chinese Cloisonne enamel regulator clock. Each little tiny piece is hand inlayed. That’s just a little heads up about clocks.

When you see a mantel clock with one single key hole on the face this means it only strikes on the hour. Two key holes strike on the hour and half hour. Three key holes strike on the quarter hour and half hour. These are generally the most valuable. Google clocks and learn a bit...after all it’s only time!

Glassblowing at its best!

Beautiful, handcrafted blown & sculpted glass

Happy Trails...Danny

(865) 325-8186

American Sideshow Antiques 373 Parkway, Gatlinburg 608 Glades Road, Gatlinburg https://www.facebook.com/AmericanSideshow (865) 325-1411

Jann's colorfully depicted images of quilts, trail “ﬁnds” and whimsical characters, all rendered in her splashes of watercolors, will bring a smile as you enter and a feeling of “let's return” as you leave. www.ajannpeitso.com

Watercolor classes are available for visitors upon request, two or three hours. All supplies are furnished. Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Village

170 Glades Road, Gatlinburg • 865.436.2363

How About Kiwi For Christmas?

www.sparkysglassblowing.com Smoky Mountains Art’s & Crafts Community

849 Glades Road (Covered Bridge Complex)

See Artisans At Work Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community The Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community is the largest group of independent artisans in North America with over 100 artisans. Established in 1937 this 8 mile loop weaves through Gatlinburg. These craftsmen and artisans weave, carve, cast, sew, paint and whittle to create a vast variety of collectibles such as jewelry, ceramics, dolls, pottery, quilts, brooms, baskets, candles, leather, silver smithing, wearable fashions, artistic photography, oils and watercolor paintings, blown and stained glass and so much more. The area also has restaurants, cafes, candy shops, soda fountains, tea rooms and lodging. You'll discover one-of-a-kind crafts, treasures and artwork and watch artisans at work. Stop along the way and chat with a painter or potter, or let a broom maker show you how it's done. This is a great experience for the entire family or just the two of you. There's plenty of free parking at each shop throughout the trail loop. Ride the "Craft Trolley" if you'd like to see it all

Now here's a few tips to help you enjoy your Kiwi better: Ripen a KIWI quicker by storing it in a brown bag with an apple. Easily peel a KIWI by slicing it at both ends and sliding a small teaspoon under its skin. By gently turning the KIWI, you will separate the peel from the fruit making it ready for slicing. Some folks just slice a KIWI in half and scoop out the fruit; others eat it whole! And, “yes,” you can eat the skin!

Mondays: Ben E. Scott Stroupe

Make the deliciousness last! Save KIWI for later use by tossing the peeled, diced fruit into sugar (about 1 teaspoon per each cup of fruit). Let the fruit stand until the juice develops and then transfer to a freezer bag, squeeze out air, and freeze up to 9 months!

6:00 till 9:00

Coming Soon! “Music At The Creek ”

Now just a few words about the Kiwi's nutrition and health properties: KIWI have been called super fruits because they contain just 50* calories and supply 85% of a woman's daily vitamin C requirement.more than an orange! (*Other sources claim an average size Kiwi contains 108 calories.)

Contact Ben at Crystelle Creek (865) 430-1551 (Any me A er 2 pm)

KIWI is listed by the Environmental Working Group as one of their "Clean 15," a list of produce with the least amount of pesticide contaminates. Whatever you choose to eat or serve for Christmas, May God bless your table with happy memories. Teri Pizza resides in Gatlinburg, TN and Ocala, FL. She is the author of SLIMPLICITY OF FRESH PRODUCE©, available at Amazon.com in paperback and ebook. You can like her book on Facebook, visit her website at ThymetoEatBooks.com or write to her at tnmntlady@gmail.com.

4-H Hooked on Helping Hunger Tuna Drive By Glenn K Turner

The boats are docked. The nets are drawn. 2015 has been another outstanding fishing trip for Sevier County 4-H Members. For the past 14 years, Sevier County 4-H members have set sail on a Fall Fishing excursion that benefits the Sevier County Food Ministry and CROSS Ministry in Seymour. This year's totals netted a donation of over 2,200 cans of tuna and $1,000.00 for these local Food Ministries. Beginning in 2012, 4-H decided to send the Seymour 4-H Clubs donations to CROSS Ministry to meet needs in the Seymour Community. This annual service project known as, “4-H Hooked on Helping Hunger” began in 2001 as an opportunity for 4-H members to learn about local needs and then take action. It's held each year in conjunction with the countywide 4-H Officer Training Workshop. “In 2001 we approached the Sevier County Food Ministry Director at that time, Steve Streibig, inquiring about specific items of need, and he suggested cans of tuna” said Glenn K Turner, Sevier County 4-H Agent. It is a somewhat specialty item, that can be expensive for the ministry to purchase but, yet is a good protein source. Those served by the food ministry see tuna as a special treat. The goal each year is one can per 4-H member with the slogan “One Can, Can Make a Difference.” With over 3,500 4-H members one can does make a difference. Each year that goal is surpassed.

This sign at Route 321 and Glades Road is a landmark to the Arts & Crafts Community

Music At The Creek

By Teri Pizza

Flown in from warmer climates, Kiwis are usually available in grocery produce departments this time of year. I agree it isn't considered a holiday fruit, like perhaps the orange, but it is green inside and it has some interesting trivia: • KIWI fruit is slightly oval and about the size of a plum or large egg. It has fuzzy brown skin and classy, bright green interior with small black seeds. • A KIWI's taste is similar to tasting a combination of pineapple and strawberry so it is perfect for salads and some desserts. • KIWIS are native to South China where they are know as Gooseberries.(Some people still have goose for Christmas so why not a “goose”berry? Okay, that is a stretch but seriously, Kiwi can brighten any cold day.) • KIWIS were unknown to North America until the 20th century!

without the hassles of driving. A one-fare trip will provide a great way to see everything getting on and off as often as you like. Either way you travel you won't be disappointed, see history in the making and it's the real thing! Turn at trafﬁc light #3 in downtown Gatlinburg onto highway 321,go 3 miles and see sign on the left. Visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com.

“When the project began in 2001, 50 cents would easily buy a can of tuna, of course now it's up closer to one dollar. When promoting the project we encourage 4-H'ers to consider giving up a soft drink or snack and put that money toward a few cans of tuna” Turner said. This approach seems to have worked over the years. Since the project began in 2001, 48,500 cans of tuna and over $19,500 have been donated to the Sevier County Food Ministries. “That's one Big Fish” Turner says. Jim Davis, Director of the Sevier County Food Ministry says, “Sevier County 4-H has become a faithful partner to the Food Ministry. When 4-H began the tuna project, thirteen years ago, we were serving about 800 families each week. Today that number has grown to 1600 per week. It is nice to know we can count on this donation each fall. It enables us to plan for our weekly food distribution. We are thankful for the monetary donation as well, as that will allow us to purchase food at 20 cents a can from Second Harvest.” 4-H members have learned to put into practice the 4-H pledge by using their “Hands for larger service.” They are learning that they can make a difference in the community. If you are not aware of the great things going on at the Sevier County Food Ministry, 4-H members invite you to visit Mr. Davis and see how you could be involved. Contact him at 428-5182. The Food Ministry is located next to the fairgrounds on Old Knoxville Highway.

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Let the Festivities Begin! Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre’s Holiday Show Guaranteed to be the silliest Holiday show you could ever hope to see, “Fanny’s Festive Fruitcake Follies” is a fun-ﬁlled revue show with songs, dances and originals full of nonsense comedy routines all performed with a holiday theme. The evening includes our ever popular sing-along, full of unrehearsed surprises and some of your favorite Christmas carols, the world’s shortest version of Charles Dickens’ Classic “A Christmas Carol” (performed by one very over-worked actor), and of course the one and only “Dancing Trench Coats”. Starring the versatile and incredible talents of “The Great Victorian Amusement Company”: Chris MacPherson,Timothy Coleman, Jeremy Pack, KaraVanVegel and Savannah Rae Robinson. Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre, the oldest and most unique theatre in the Smoky Mountains, opened its doors to delight audiences in 1977, and since then has entertained its patrons with over 40 original musical-comedies and musical comedy revues.

Start your Holiday season with some laughs! Fanny’s Festive Fruitcake Follies from November 26 through December 23. Show time 8:00 p.m. Reservations recommended. 865-436-4039. www.sweetfannyadams.com.

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Appalachian Bear Rescue Cub Update and Urgent Request By Kathryn Sherrard be released by the time you read this. Sadly, during this past month we lost two of our cubs. Cub #219 (Angelica) died from kidney disease. We didn't know of this condition until the necropsy was performed at UT, but it would not have been treatable. Cub #210 (Pansy) was found dead in the Wild Enclosure she shared with several other cubs. The results of her necropsy were “inconclusive,” but Curator Coy suspects that she had fallen from a tree.

Each month we update you with news of the cub population at Appalachian Bear Rescue. This year has been extremely busy for us. As of our November report, we were caring for ﬁfteen orphaned cubs. A lot has happened since that time. The good news is that on November 9th, four of the cubs were judged to be ready for release back into the wild. Cub #204 (Marvin), Cub #206 (Carter), Cub #207 (Noli) and Cub #215 (Sola), weighing between 77 and 97 pounds each, were released back into their natural forest habitat to have a second chance at a wild life. An exciting development is that for the ﬁrst time ever, these cubs will be tracked via GPS collars. Curator Coy Blair will be able to follow their progress and use the data in his Master's thesis. It will enable us to see how well the cubs adjust to their habitat and where their travels may take them, thus helping to guide our cub care in the future. Seven more of our cubs are almost ready and will likely

We have also admitted nine more cubs during this month. These cubs are much smaller than they should be for their age of 9 months. Cub #220 (Pumpkin) and Cub #221 (Gamble) were rescued in late October/early November and after a week in isolation, while they were given soft foods with medicines added, they were released into a Wild Enclosure with Cub #217 (Tedford) and Cub #218 (Derby).These four are making progress and putting on weight. In early to mid- November we received ﬁve very malnourished and dehydrated cubs, Cub #222 (Shelby) weighed only 8.8 pounds at 9 months of age, Cub #223 (Tucker) weighing just 7.7 pounds, Cub#224 (Rufus) weighed 9 pounds, Cub#225 (Flora) weighed 10 pounds, and Cub #226 (Tiny Tim) weighed 11 pounds. These little bears weighed what bear cubs usually weigh when they are about 3 months of age. They need special care to overcome the harsh lives they have had until now, and they are currently residing in our Cub Nursery or in The Cub House and its acclimation pen. When they are stronger they will be released into another Wild Enclosure. It is likely that these last cubs will need to spend the winter at ABR and will not be released until the spring.

We have an urgent request to make of everyone who lives or visits the area during the winter. The natural food supply has been very poor this year. That is why we are receiving starving cubs this late in the year. It is likely that we will admit more malnourished and needy cubs in the next few months. Bears, including yearlings and cubs, that are not healthy enough and of sufﬁcient weight to survive hibernation will continue to search for non-existent food. Their bodies tell them that they cannot survive a winter without eating. This means that we are likely to see bears during the winter and they may look thin and hungry. We ask you please DO NOT feed them, even though you feel sorry for them. It is never a kindness to feed a hungry bear, as it can put that bear on the path to food-conditioning, which ultimately will result in the bear's death. If you see a cub or yearling that is very small and obviously hungry, please report it to the TWRA. They may decide that intervention is needed, and bring the animal to ABR. This has been a terribly harsh year for bears and all wildlife, and we humans need to leave them alone and not add to their very real stresses as they struggle to survive. This also means you should slow down and be watchful as you drive around in the mountains. Hungry wildlife may not be paying attention, so we must drive carefully. Thank you. To learn more about Appalachian Bear Rescue and the cubs we are caring for, please visit our Facebook page: facebook.com/AppalachianBearRescue. Also visit our website at www.appalachianbearrescue.org. If you are in Townsend stop by our Visitor/Education Center in the Trillium Cove Shopping Village. We’d love to see you!

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Crystelle Creek is having a Smoky Mountain Songwriters Reunion on December 14 in honor of the third anniversary of the Smoky Mountain Songwriters Festival. Everybody who has ever performed during the showcases in the last three years is invited to come and sing. Performers and the public are invited to this special occasion. Come back and enjoy your favorite singers who generally perform on the second Monday of each month at the Crystelle Creek from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ~See our ad on Page 2

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Visitors today have the opportunity to share in the passion and dedication that each of these women gave in support of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and its mission of preservation for future generations. One of Tennessee’s first recognized female artists, Mayna, studied art at the Academie Julian in Paris, France - a school whose alumni included Henri Matisse and Diego Rivera. The Academie Juilan provided a liberating and supportive environment for Mayna to study painting. She later also worked on carved woodblocks to create prints. A progressive figure, Mayna enjoyed painting all kinds of subjects, including people of different ethnicities and economic status. Her portraits were praised by museums and art critics due to the level of understanding and compassion revealed in her paintings. In 1918 Mayna’s husband, Frank Avent, purchased a small oneroom cabin near the Elkmont community known as “Daisy Town.” Originally built in the mid-1800s, the cabin was modified in 1926 when a large window was installed to allow more light into the room for Mayna to work. The inspiration that Mayna found in the Great Smokies is found by millions of visitors today. And the cabin, now known as the "Avent Cabin," still stands today in Elkmont as a reminder of a place where anyone can be moved by the beauty of nature. Laura Thornburgh was a writer, teacher, interior designer and photographer. She fell in love with the Smokies exploring the area with the Smoky Mountains Hiking Club in the late 1920s. She formed friendships with other prominent Smokies photographers of the day, such as Albert “Dutch” Roth and Jim Thompson. But Laura's passion for photography took her farther than simple mountain overlooks. The local mountain people who had called the Smokies home for generations were the focus of her lens. Laura was also a strong advocate for the creation of the national park. Not only did she want to protect the natural scenery, but also preserve the stories of the families she had come to know. Lydia Kear Whaley was born in 1840, and married at age 19. Griefstricken when her young son died at age 3, she lost her husband, who was a Union solider, less than a month later during the Civil War. Lydia never remarried, choosing to raise her two daughters by

Preserving Pumpkins By Linda Hyder

Pumpkins offer far more than a door stop at Halloween. They are delicious in pies, breads and other culinary treats. If you are considering preserving pumpkins, please consider the following suggestions from the National Center for Home Food Preservation. ·Canning pumpkin butter or mashed or pureed pumpkin is NOT recommended. Home canning is not recommended for pumpkin butter or any mashed or pureed pumpkin or winter squash. The only directions for canning pumpkin and winter squash are for cubed ﬂesh. In fact, the directions for preparing the product include the statement, "Caution: Do not mash or puree.” ·Canning Cubed Pumpkin - Only pressure canning methods are recommended for canning cubed pumpkin. There are no properly researched directions to recommend for canning mashed or pureed pumpkin or winter squash, or pumpkin butter. To be safe, all low acid foods, including pumpkin, must be canned using tested pressure canning processes. Older methods, such as boiling water canning for vegetables, oven canning and open-kettle canning, have been discredited and can be hazardous (USDA Complete Guide to Canning, 2009). An average of 16 pounds is needed per canner load of 7 quarts; an average of 10 pounds is needed per canner load of 9 pints – an average of 2¼ pounds per quart. Pumpkins and squash should have a hard rind and stringless, mature pulp of ideal quality for cooking fresh. Small size pumpkins (sugar or pie varieties) make better products. Wash; remove seeds, cut into 1-inchwide slices, and peel. Cut ﬂesh into 1-inch cubes. Boil 2 minutes in water. Caution: Do not mash or puree. Fill jars with cubes and cover cooking liquid, leaving 1-inch headspace. ·Freezing Pumpkins - Freezing is the easiest

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way to preserve pumpkin, and it yields the best quality product. Select full-colored mature pumpkin with ﬁne texture (not stringy or dry). Wash, cut into cooking-size sections and remove seeds. Cook until soft in boiling water, in steam, in a pressure cooker or in an oven. Remove pulp from rind and mash.To cool, place pan containing pumpkin in cold water and stir occasionally (So Easy to Preserve, 2006). Pack into rigid containers leaving headspace, and freeze. ·Pumpkin Preserves - Canning pumpkin butter is not recommended. Pumpkin is a low acid vegetable and cannot be safely canned in the boiling water bath process. It does not contain enough sugar or acid to be treated safely without concerns for botulism. The USDA currently does not have any tested recipes to recommend for safely canning pumpkin preserves (jams, jellies, conserves, or pumpkin butter) and storing them at room temperature. We have no properly researched procedures to recommend for home canning of pumpkin butters or pickled pumpkin products such as salsas, chutneys and relishes; recipes you try should be served immediately or stored under refrigeration at all times. These pumpkin products must be stored in the refrigerator or freezer and treated the same as fresh pumpkin. Use excellent sanitation in handling the fresh or preserved pumpkin. Do not let cut pumpkin sit out at room temperature for more than 2 hours during preparation prior to preserving. Pumpkin is a low acid vegetable and requires special attention to preparation and processing. Enjoy the taste and decorating with pumpkins, but think safety when planning to preserve pumpkins. For more info on food preservation, visit nchfp.uga.edu or contact Linda Hyder, UT Extension, 453-3695 or lhyder@utk.edu

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herself. She provided for her family by being a farmer, midwife, tailor and basket weaver. She was a skilled healer or “grannywoman” who would travel throughout the area to minister to the sick. She was also frequently called upon to "lay out the dead" by washing and preparing bodies for burial. Lydia was heavily involved in her community. She was one of the first advocates for the creation of the Phi Beta Phi elementary school in Gatlinburg and in her seventies became the school’s first basket weaving instructor. The school was formed to preserve the knowledge of traditional mountain skills such as weaving, basketry and other handmade crafts. Today Great Smoky Mountains National Park honors the life of Lydia Whaley by protecting the traditional mountain culture that Lydia lived and shared with millions. “Why don’t we have a national park in the Smokies?” It's the question that sparked the movement to create Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and it was spoken by Anne Davis, the "Mother of the Park." Following a trip to several national parks in the western states, Anne and her husband, Willis Davis, cofounded the Great Smoky Mountains Conservation Association, one of the most influential organizations that supported the creation of the park. In 1925, Anne was one of the first women to be elected to the Tennessee State Legislation. She sponsored the bill that would allow the purchase of 78,000 acres of land from the Little River Lumber Company, which ultimately became the first large parcel of land set aside for the creation of the Smoky Mountains. Anne’s push for a national park in the Smokies was prompted by the desire to both preserve, and promote, this special place. Recognizing the opportunities that a park could create, she envisioned new roads across the state that would carry the tourists to see one of the last remaining natural areas of the region. Anne knew that once the park was created, the need for hotels, gas stations, restaurants, and stores to accommodate these new visitors would boost the local economy. Anne saw that prosperity could come with the preservation. Her insight and commitment have allowed millions of visitors to enjoy Great Smoky Mountains National Park. ~written by Joshua Jones

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modern campsites feature ﬂush toilets and cold running water with a few even having electrical hook-ups (Elkmont, Smokemont and Cades Cove).

Wake up and breathe the crisp mountain air, sip your coffee on the deck of your hotel suite and keep an eye on the wilderness – you just might see a deer a bear or an elk wandering in the forest. Encounters with wildlife are commonplace when visiting Great Smoky Mountains National Park and this pristine ecosystem is known for its old growth forests, rugged mountain peaks, mysterious caves and welcoming historic towns. It’s no wonder visitors come from all over the USA and the world to lose themselves in this wild and beautiful landscape.

Why is There No Entrance Fee? - Great Smoky Mountains National Park has had no entrance fee since the 1930s, but what is the story behind this decision? The park land was once privately owned. When the states of North Carolina and Tennessee paid to construct the Newfound Gap Road, they transferred ownership of it to the federal government.

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As a condition of this transfer they stated that no license fee or toll should ever be imposed on people traveling on this road. If the park ever wanted to charge an entrance fee, action by the Tennessee legislature would be required.

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Trails Forever Work Completed For 2015 Phase 1 of the rehabilitation project on Alum Cave Trail has completed for the year. The crew has made some incredible progress since May and the results speak for themselves. Several sections along the 5-mile trail, including the staircase at Arch Rock (see picture), were targeted to help prevent erosion on this popular trail to Mt. Le Conte. In Phase 2 next year, crews will move further up the trail, aiming to tackle the narrow upper sections. Thanks to your donations, we will contribute nearly $500,000 to this project over two years. Thank you to all the crew members and

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According to the National Park Service website, the trail is one of the Park’s most popular and is in need of rehabilitation for visitor safety: “Rangers respond to numerous accidents on the trail each year, especially on the narrow upper section. There are several narrow areas where erosion and landslides have damaged sections of the trail, making it difﬁcult to safely travel through the areas during inclement weather or to pass hikers coming from the opposite direction. By restoring these fragile trail sections, the Park can best ensure long-term sustainability and safety.”

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Record Crowd Turns Out for Gatlinburg Winterfest Kickoff & Chili Cookoff Contestants Take Home Top Honors Well over 8,000 people turned out as Gatlinburg kicked off the 26th year of Smoky Mountain Winterfest Wednesday night for the annual Gatlinburg Chili Cookoff and Winter Magic Kickoff on the Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg. To signify the start of Gatlinburg Winter Magic, city ofﬁcials turned on more than 3 million lights across downtown. A tough night of competition led to Margaritaville Island Hotel taking home The People's Choice Award with Hilton Garden Inn winning Best Booth Decoration.

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National Park Records Another Increase in October Visitation The National Park Service Cares For Special Places Saved By The American People So That All May Experience Our Heritage

Great Smoky Mountains National Park welcomed 1,370,640 visitors in October 2015, exceeding 2014's mark of 1,303,640. This year's visitation makes 2015 the second highest October visitation in the park's history. Only October 1987 saw more visitors. October is traditionally the second busiest month of the year for the national park, driven by visitors coming to see the park's fall foliage.

year history. The current annual visitation on record was set in 1999 when 10,283,598 people visited Smoky Mountains National Park. For more information about visitation, please go to the National P a r k S e r v i c e Vi s i t o r U s e S t a t i s t i c s w e b p a g e a t https://irma.nps.gov/Stats/.

Park rangers saw a noticeable increase in visitation at park visitor centers and contact stations, including a record setting number at the Sugarlands Visitor Center. Visitors also took advantage of the park's front country and back country camping opportunities. Over 50,000 visitors camped in the park's nine front country campgrounds, and over 11,000 experienced the wonder of the park's wilderness at one of the park's many backcountry campsites and shelters. “While our scenic roadways are always busy in October, I'm pleased to know more visitors also choosing to enjoy the park beyond the windshield,” said Superintendent Cassius Cash. “The incredibly diverse trail system, campgrounds, and backcountry sites in the Smokies offer an experience unmatched anywhere.” Over 9.5 million people have visited the park so far this year, a 5% increase, which could make 2015 the busiest year in the park's 81

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1st Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies For more information about events coming up during Gatlinburg Winter Magic: www.gatlinburg.com/events or you can call (800) 588-1817.

Southern Flying Squirrel

The southern flying squirrel is smaller than the northern flying squirrel. It is about 7-10 inches in length. It has thick, silky grayish-brown fur above and white fur below. It has very large eyes and a long, flat tail. It has a loose fold of skin between its front and rear feet. When it stretches out its legs, this skin forms a kind of parachute that lets the squirrel glide from branch to branch. As the southern flying squirrel approaches its landing site, it pulls up, slowing its descent! When it is gliding, it uses its tail as a rudder. They are found from Texas, Kansas and Minnesota east through most of the eastern United States. It is also found in southeastern Canada and in Mexico and Central America. And live in areas with lots of old trees with cavities for nesting and with seedbearing hardwood trees like hickory, maple, beech, and poplar. The southern flying squirrel eat berries, seeds, fruits, lichen, tree bark, buds and nuts. They also eat insects, carrion, nesting birds and eggs. They mate in early spring and again in late summer. After a gestation period of 41 days, the female gives birth to 2-7 young. The female feeds and raises the young. They are weaned at about 65 days old and begin gliding when they are about five to six weeks old. They become independent at about four months old. It stays in its den huddled with squirrels to keep warm in winter.

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Timbers Log Cabin Restaurant Classic American Menu

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Located at the intersection of Glades Road and King Road in the Arts and Crafts Community 600 Glades Rd #10, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

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Greenbrier Pottery Jeff started making pottery in 1994 when he took a pottery class at UNC-Asheville. One experience of ﬁring Raku was all it took to get Jeff hooked! Jeff was not sure what to major in at the time. But he soon decided to major in art with a concentration in ceramics and graduated from UNC - Asheville in 1997 where he got a BFA in Ceramics. Jeff also taught pottery at the Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts and Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College both in Asheville. After years of selling his pottery through Galleries

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and Craft Shows, he moved to Gatlinburg in 2010 and opened his own Gallery, Greenbrier Pottery in Glades Village. This location was both his studio and retail gallery space. He made his pottery and sold it there in the shop for ﬁve years but the studio space was really too small, so this past Spring he decided to move his studio back home where he has a much larger studio space and all of his kilns. Greenbrier Pottery is now located inside Linda Morrow's Artists Attic located at 680 Glades Road, #5 in Gatlinburg at the Glades Village or please call 865-430-5777. Each piece of Jeff’s pottery is unique and beautiful. He has an assortment of Raku, Smoke Fired and Funtional Pottery. You can visit Jeff's website at http://greenbrierpottery.blogspot.com/.

2nd Monday SMSWF Songwriters Showcase Celebrates 3rd Year By Cyndy Montgomery Reeves The 2nd Monday SMSWF Songwriters Showcase hosted by John Condrone is celebrating its 3rd year of bringing songwriters to Crystelle Creek Restaurant and Grill every 2nd Monday to share their original songs. “We are going to have a birthday party December 14th and invite all the songwriters who have performed at one of the 2nd Mondays to come back for a reunion,” says Cyndy Montgomery Reeves. Pending how many songwriters show up will determine the number of songs each songwriter will share. The public is invited. There is no admission charge. John Condrone and Cyndy Reeves decided after the 1st Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival to create a SMSWF Songwriters Showcase that would allow area songwriters as well as songwriters from other places to share their original songs. It is all for the love of music that John Condrone has driven from Maryville to Gatlinburg the past 36 months to host the 2nd Monday SMSWF Songwriters Showcase at Crystelle Creek. John started writing music when he was ﬁve years old. Even during his career in the ring wrestling under the name of Johnny

Meadows, John never stopped writing songs. He wrote theme songs for some of the wrestlers, including entrance themes, which were becoming big at that time. John is an Award Winning Dove & Grammy Nominated Songwriter whose commercial success spans over radio, television, ﬁlm and today's digital game market. John got a cut with Playstation for an orchestra piece for one of their games. John received a Dove award for “But Then” recorded by Young Harmony, with a nod for “Christian Country Song Of The Year”. He's had songs recorded by Selena Gomez, Julie Reeves, Queen Of Hearts, Disney, and many others, including the #1 single “If You Stole My Heart” for Kim Simon which hung around 17 weeks in the Top Twenty and evolved into a CMT video. John wrote that song with Alan Shapiro when he was a staff writer at Sony. Currently John is employed by Denso in Maryville, TN, runs his own DJ Services and is a presenter for songwriter workshops and critique sessions. He continues to actively write, pitch and produce in today's music scene; as well as, hosts several different songwriters nights in the Knoxville, Maryville, Gatlinburg area.

Bird Watching Vacations Holiday Hoedown for Health

Bring your binoculars and your logbook, because there are over 240 species in the mountain woods and many birds native to Tennessee. You never know what you might see on bird watching in Gatlinburg. The rich range of elevations and diverse topographies of the Smokies make for some of the best bird watching vacations in America. From the spruce-fir forests of the higher elevations to the valleys and open fields, avian life is everywhere. You may spot a great-horned owl, a red-breasted nuthatch or a red-eyed vireo. Watch for wild turkeys in Cades Cove. In September, scan the skies for broad-winged hawks flying over the ridges. Nearly 120 species breed in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 52 from the neo-tropics. Though you’ll see many birds native to Tennessee in the Smokies, others make the mountains an important stop on annual migrations. There are several rare species, and you can see the lists of threatened and endangered bird species here. The National Park Service has more on birding in the Smokies, or stop at one of the many visitor centers, and get ready for some new entries in your logbook.

By Linda Hyder Monday, November 30th - 4:00 to 6:00 The Sevier County Health Improvement Council will be hosting a Holiday Hoedown for Health at the Sevierville Civic Center. The event will be a fun time, ﬁlled with great tips and information on how to be healthy and ﬁght the winter “blaughs” during the holidays and winter months. Music will be performed by Boogertown Gap – Old Time String Music, along with fun activities such as a lively “Healthy Cake Walk”, musical chairs. Health council members will also be available to share information on health resources in Sevier County. Door prizes will also be distributed for participants. Brief workshops will be held during the Holiday Hoedown. Larissa Weber, Nutrition Educator with Sevier County Health Department, will be offering ideas for “Healthy Holiday Cooking.” “Chair Exercises: Getting a Workout while Sitting” - will be led by Karen Quilliams, Instructor with Sevierville Parks and Recreation. Also a timely topic – “Managing Stress Through the Holidays” will be shared by Edward Harper, with Blount Memorial Hospital. Free workshops open to everyone. A free event put on by the Sevier County Health Improvement Council which is comprised of more than twenty members across Sevier County who are advocates for improving health and wellness within the county. The Council meets monthly to discuss health issues in the county as well as team together to provide community opportunities promoting wellness. “One such opportunity is this Holiday Hoedown where families can begin their celebration of Christmas with fun physical activities, as well as learning helpful tips on reducing holiday stress and cooking healthy, tasty holiday treats. We are asking people to join us in celebrating Christmas, and their health”, according to Linda Hyder, Chairman of the Health Council. The Council welcomes new members who are interested in promoting health and wellness. For more info on the Holiday Hoedown for Health or getting involved with the Sevier County Health Improvement Council contact Linda Hyder at 865-453-3695 or lhyder@utk.edu.

Award Winning Dove & Grammy Nominated Songwriter Any songwriter wishing to be a performer at the 2nd Monday SMSWF Songwriters Showcase needs to contact John Condrone at 865-898-7301. The Songwriter Opportunities at the 5th Annual Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival will start taking applications and entries starting November 15. Check out these opportunities at www.smswf.com. There is also a T-shirt Design Contest. Venues with live music in Gatlinburg include Sugarlands Distilling Company's Back Porch, Crystelle Creek Restaurant and Grill, The Smoky Mountain Brewery, Three Jimmy's A Good Time Eatery, Ole Smoky Moonshine Holler, Hoggs Tavern Downtown, Tom and Earl's Back Alley Grill and Loco Burros.

Classic Hikes of the Smokies December 8: Noland Creek Hike 4 miles, 800 ft ascent, easy Features: Historic home sites, Bryson City Visitor Center & Museum Highlight: Water Quality Monitoring Program Friends of the Smokies guided hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park feature interpretation and leadership by author and hiking expert, Danny Bernstein. Each hike highlights an achievement or cause Friends of the Smokies has supported in the Park. To register contact AnnaLee@FriendsOfTheSmokies.org or 828-452-0720.

Fine Dining & Catering In the Smokies

www.bestitalian.com The Original Best Italian Located in back of Elks Plaza shopping center, across Parkway from Hampton Inn & TGI Friday's in Gatlinburg between trafﬁc lights 8 & 9 (865) 430-4090

Best Italian on the Parkway Between Aunt Mahalia's Candy & World Of Illusions between trafﬁc lights 6 & 8 (865) 436-4345

10 Fun (and Free) Things To Do While In Gatlinburg Find Adventure Along The Parkway - Put on your walking shoes, get out of the car, and join in the great family tradition of the downtown Parkway stroll, also known as the center of excitement to those who visit Gatlinburg frequently. Explore every nook and cranny where you’ll find more than 200 unique shops, dozens of restaurants, and attractions for all ages. As you stroll, be on the lookout for homemade taffy pulling, mouthwatering caramel apples being dipped or delectable fudge being prepared. You might just choose to play miniature golf, experience the world’s largest underwater aquarium tunnel, ride America’s largest aerial tram, take a chair lift to the top of the town, visit the unique museums or take a turn on live-action rides along the way. You can even people-watch! Investigate The Arts & Crafts Community/The Glades - Take a trolley ride or a leisurely drive to visit the eight-mile loop of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community and see craftsmanship at its best, as artisans using simple tools and skillful hands whittle, carve, cast, sew, weave and transform raw elements into works of art and function. Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community is recognized internationally as the largest group of independent artisans in North America with nearly 100 shops, studios, galleries, cafes and lodging options. Stroll River Road By The Little Pigeon River - If you need an “away from it all” moment, take a leisurely stroll along the Riverwalk that runs along the Little Pigeon River one block off the downtown Gatlinburg Parkway. Feed the ducks, watch as fishermen cast their flies in hopes of landing a mountain trout, or relax along the riverbank as you listen to the swift river flow before you. Admire beautiful arrays of flowers and dip your feet in the brisk mountain stream. Find the perfect photo spot and help assure that your moments in Gatlinburg are never forgotten. Drive The Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail - Need to rest your feet? Jump in your car and explore a collection of historical sites on Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail including the preservation of a homestead owned by the Noah “Bud” Ogle family who lived in Gatlinburg after the Civil War. See log cabins, Roaring Fork

Cemetery, and the remains of a village that supported some two dozen families more than 150 years ago. The motor nature trail is accessible to automobiles via the eight-mile one-way paved road. Many stops along the way allow you to get out, take a deep breath of mountain air, step back in time as you visit the sites and enjoy the aura of the mountains. Several trailheads are on the route, so consider a short walk or hike to your heart’s content. Absorb Sugarlands Visitor Center - Located at Great Smoky Mountain National Park’s main northern entrance two miles south of Gatlinburg along Newfound Gap Road, (U.S. 441) Sugarlands is a visitor center you should visit. A free 20-minute orientation motion picture provides an in-depth look at the Smokies and the enormous diversity of plant and animal life in the Park. Natural history exhibits include mounted specimens of park animals in recreations of their habitats and reproductions of journals kept by the ﬁrst park naturalists. Ranger talks and slide shows are presented daily from spring through fall. Explore The Greenbrier - Just a few miles outside of Gatlinburg is a hidden jewel known as Greenbrier. A plethora of daytime fun and free outdoor activities can be enjoyed on this area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, located just east of Gatlinburg. Tube, swim, skip rocks, picnic, hike, sunbathe, or mountain bike. Ramsey Cascades Trail Head is also located here. Beware, the water is cold! Discover Cades Cove - Historical cabins, farmhouses and churches are maintained in Cades Cove, a western valley in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. First settled by Europeans in 1819, today, the National Park Service maintains a historical and cultural preserve of log cabins, churches and other structures. The 11-mile one-way road passes by 19 numbered tour stops as identiﬁed in the pamphlet available at the entrance. Be sure to bring your camera in hopes of spotting wildlife such as deer, bear, turkey, owl and fox. If you prefer, you can also experience the loop on horseback or bicycle! Take In The Gatlinburg Overlook - See Gatlinburg from a bird’s eye view from the two overlooks in Great Smoky

Mountains National Park. It’s the perfect souvenir photo spot and one of the most popular places to watch the sun rise. So grab your cameras and head up to Gatlinburg Overlook and enjoy the view! Visit Arrowmont School Of Arts & Crafts - Indulge in a little culture as you browse the galleries of Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts. Arrowmont is an international haven of contemporary arts and crafts education. Founded in 1945, the school has developed into a leader in arts and crafts education, with an annual enrollment of more than 2,000 students from the United States and abroad. Stop by and tour select collections of the art galleries, the resource center and the book and supply store. Enjoy Live Music throughout Gatlinburg - Some of our live music venues are relaxed spots where you can hear singersongwriter’s laid-back tunes while other venues are rocking spots where you can dance ’til dawn to the best bluegrass music in the region.

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Meet The Locals

Dan and Carol Holly at Three Jimmy’s Restaurant 1st Place Halloween Winners

Brook, Jeff and Dena at Crystelle Creek Restaurant

Three Jimmy’s at Three Jimmy’s A Good Time Eatery

Bobby Tomberlin, Sylvia, Bill LaBounty & Beck LaBounty at Crystelle Creek Restaurant.

Patrice & Darrel at Decorium’s Christmas Shop Open House

Donald Trump and Neesee

Beuie and Doug at Hogg’s Upstairs Taverne

Whether you're Republican or Democrat you have to be proud of our hometown girl, Denise Hurst "Neesee". She was asked to perform the national anthem for Donald Trump in Knoxville. Neesee is a local musician who plays at Crystelle Creek Restaurant on Wednesday thru Sunday along with private bookings and entertaining our military VETS. Congratulations Neesee, you're a deﬁnite winner for this home town.

By Glenn K Turner - Sevier County 4-H Members pictured with Jim Davis, Director Sevier County Food Ministry, with the initial tally for the 2015 4-H Hooked on Helping Hunger Tuna Drive. Since this annual project began in 2001, 4-H members have donated over 48,500 cans of tuna and over $19,500 to the Sevier County Food Ministry.

Lucille and Shawn at Sidney James Mountain Lodge

By Glenn K Turner - Sevierville Sunrise Rotary received the 2015 Friend of 4-H Award from the Sevier County 4-H Program. Pictured with Pat White, President of Sunrise Rotary are 4-H Honor Club ofﬁcers (from left) Liberty Wood, Claire Jenkins, Rachel Jenkins, White, Stephanie Hanson, Sarah Ann Bowyer and Christy Newsom.

Merry Christmas!

Winter's Blessing Limited Release December 5

Teri Pizza

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A book written by local resident, Teri Pizza. Tips to help you use fruits and vegetables like a pro! Visit her facebook page https://www.facebook.com/simplicityoffreshproduce/

Join us at Robert A. Tino's gallery for an afternoon of wine and art! Sugarland Cellars will be releasing their private label limited edition wine, Winters Blessings to celebrate the beauty of our winters here in the Smokies! The wine is a Spiced Cherry Dessert wine that has been aged in oak barrels for over 6 months! The label will be designed by local artist Robert A. Tino and $5 of every bottle sold will be donated to the Friends of Great Smoky Mountains National Park! At the event, Sugarland Cellars will have wine to sample and purchase along with some cheese and horderves. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Take in the ﬁve million twinkling lights throughout Pigeon Forge while riding on the Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights. The tour begins and ends at Patriot Park. All trolleys on the Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights are enclosed and heated and come with a personal tour guide who will share stories of Pigeon Forge History and information on the famous Winterfest displays. Tickets can be purchased the day of the tour and reservations are required for groups of 10 or more. Please note that the Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights will be running Monday-Friday only, three times a night in November and December at 6:30 PM, 7:45 PM and 9:00 PM. In January the tours are only on Mondays and Fridays and there must be a minimum of 15 passengers for a tour to depart.For more information, call 865-453-6444.

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By Chef JD Well here we are once again, the glorious season of Christmas. This is the time of year where we ought to be more thankful, giving, and loving. Yes, you read correctly... Every time you start feeling the pressure of the holidays, take a deep breath let it out slowly, while thinking of your favorite place, you favorite thing to do, or love one. Then start listing all the things that you are grateful for, like; being in the Smokys, having a roof over your head and food in your stomach... or just plainly being alive! Speaking of being alive... how else would you be able to try out the following recipes? Hahahahaha! Of course I had to start off with a dessert.

Ingredients:

Carmel Apple Cheesecake

• 3 cups Graham Crackers, crushed to crumbs • 1 stick Butter, melted • 3 (8 ounce) packages Cream Cheese, room temp (softened) (I prefer Philly Cream Cheese) • 1 cup Sugar • 3 medium Eggs • 1 teaspoon Vanilla, pure

• 1 cup Heavy Cream • 1/4 cup Sour Cream • 1 1/2 cups Apples (your choice), peeled, diced • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice • 1 teaspoon Sugar • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon

Directions: Preheat oven 325° Place oven proof bowl ﬁlled 3/4 of hot water. Place in the bottom corner of your oven. In a bowl, mix together the ﬁrst 2 ingredients and press into your 9” spring-pan. Bake 10 minutes and remove from oven. Mean while, in a medium bowl, blend well the cream cheese, heavy cream, sour cream and vanilla. Add 1 egg at a time and blend well. Spread this over crust. In another bowl, stir together the rest of the ingredients and place on top of the mixture in pan. Bake for an hour, remove from oven, let cool, top with Carmel topping and refrigerate.

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The following recipe can be used as a side, to stuff a turkey, pork chops or even chicken. Sometimes I just wish to have stufﬁng and gravy.

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Apple stuffing

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The Many Roads To Gatlinburg Alternative Routes For Busy Times Those driving north through the Chattanooga area on I-75 North can take Exit 81, and follow Highway 321 North through Maryville and Townsend. Highway 321 connects with Highway 73, which winds through Great Smoky Mountains National park into Gatlinburg. Motorists driving east from the Nashville area can take I-75 South to Exit 81, and follow Highway 321 North through Maryville and Townsend. 321 North connects to Highway 73 and winds through the National Park to Gatlinburg. Those coming from Virginia can take I-81 South to I-40 East. From there, exit 435 will connect drivers to Highway 321 South, leading directly into downtown Gatlinburg. Drivers coming south from Kentucky through

the Lexington area can take I-75 South to I-640 East, connecting to I-40 East. From I-40 East, drivers can take Exit 435 and follow Highway 321 South into Gatlinburg. Motorists coming from the Asheville area can take I-40 West to Exit 443 and follow the Foothills Parkway to Highway 321 South into Gatlinburg. Drivers coming from Atlanta can take I-85 North to I-985 North to US 23. From Highway 23, take Highway 74/441 through Cherokee, North Carolina into Gatlinburg. Knoxville motorists can take Highway 321 North through Maryville and Townsend, or access Highway 441 (Chapman Highway) through Sevierville and Pigeon Forge and into Gatlinburg.

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