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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 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!
Come Browse Our Shop Filled With Treasures (865) 436-0040 Arts & Crafts Community
600 Glades Rd., Suite 2, Gatlinburg
This sign at Route 321 and Glades Road is a landmark to the Arts & Crafts Community
Turn at traffic light #3 downtown Gatlinburg onto highway 321,go 3 miles, see sign above on the left. www.gatlinburgcrafts.com.
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
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Farmhouse Home Goods Mercantile & Café Has Grown Seeing the need for a Cafe with delicious, homemade lunch fare, and authentic Coffee House offerings- Mark & Lori Steele expanded their original business to create a warm and inviting Cafe, Mercantile & Coffee House in the heart of the Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts community. Each day, Lori uses treasured Family recipes to create delectable, made from scratch lunch items & baked goods. Favorites include Farmhouse Chicken Salad, NaNa's Sloppy Joe, Quiche, Grilled Panini, delicious soups and so much more. Served with oven roasted Cottage Fries, their mouthwatering sandwiches are hard to beat! The extensive Coffee menu includes real Espresso, Cappuccino, Chai tea latte, assorted hot teas, hand crafted iced coffees and more of your favorite beverages. Even the flavored syrups are Homemade!
What began two years ago as a unique shop featuring everything from home decor to Made in TN gourmet foods, Farmhouse Home Goods Mercantile & Cafe has become a favorite gathering place for locals and tourists alike.
Local Hand Made Art • Pressed Flower Art • Local Alpaca Items • Barn Art Melted Glass & Wood Wind Chimes • Mosaics And Much More
Artistic And Traditional Photography
The Farmhouse Mercantile is stocked with Made In Tennessee gourmet food products, unique Gifts & Décor, beautiful Boutique items, all natural Pet treats, Scentchips home fragrance and assorted hand crafted finds. Located in the Covered Bridge Village at 849 Glades Road, #1B5. Farmhouse is definitely a “Must visit” destination in Gatlinburg. (865) 325-8531 Free 4x6 Photo
Precipitation has halted Happy Valley Ridge Fire The Happy Valley Ridge Fire, located along the northwest boundary of the park north of the Abrams Creek Campground, is currently 90% contained. Approximately 125 acres have burned within the established 250 acre perimeter. Recent precipitation has essentially halted growth of the fire. Tree stumps and heavy fuels continue to smolder producing occasional visible smoke from Happy Valley Road. The National Park Service fire crew continues to monitor the fire daily.
Sparky’s Glassblowing Wolf Stock 2016 October 22
Ask About Our Glassblowing Classes! Come and watch Gary at work!
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Glassblowing at its best! Beautiful, handcrafted blown & sculpted glass (865)
325-8186
www.sparkysglassblowing.com Smoky Mountains Art’s & Crafts Community
849 Glades Road (Covered Bridge Complex)
Wolf PAWS “Positive Awareness Wolf-dog Sanctuary” is a non-profit corporation located in Dandridge, TN. Our mission is to rescue abandoned and abused wolf-dogs as pets in an attempt to reduce the number of wolf-dogs that are euthanized. Wolf PAWS is planning its second annual fund-raising even entitled “WolfStock” that will be held at our sanctuary on October 22, 2016. We will have live music, BBQ, vendor booths selling local arts & crafts and a Silent Auction. The success of our event will be largely due to the participation of our sponsors who graciously lend their financial support. We realize that you receive numerous requests from the community for sponsorships and appreciate you taking the time to consider our request. All monies raised at the event will go directly towards the care of the wolf-dogs, including feeding, housing, medical care and towards the day-to-day operations of the sanctuary. Unfortunately, most of the wolf-dog sanctuaries across the country are filled to capacity and shelters will typically euthanize any animal they believe to be part wolf for liability reasons. So their only chance of survival is to be rescued by a sanctuary such as WolfPAWS. We hope you will support WolfPAWS by joining us as a sponsor for the event. You will also gain exposure from the audience attending the event through banner space and personal recognition. There are several different packages available for sponsorship. Wolf PAWS would greatly appreciate any donations you cold offer us for our Silent Auction. Last year it was a huge success! 865-397-7656.
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• On Site Clothing Available For Photos • Studio and Outdoor Shoots • Small Intimate or Family Group Sittings
www.facebook.com/artlitsol www.facebook.com/strangeseasongiftshop 680 Glades Road, #6, Gatlinburg • (865) 325-8951
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 MaponLocator Page 6 21 680 Glades Road, #2 • Gatlinburg
¬Handcrafted Old World Santas ¬Special Ornaments (865) 436-3339 ¬Thoughtful Gifts Home of
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170 Glades Road, #25 • Gatlinburg
Introducing Our New Bountiful All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet ! Great Selections! Neesee on the keyboard
Come Hear Neesee Wednesday-Sunday & Local Artists Monday & Tuesday Every Second Monday Is Smoky Mountain Songwriters Night
Watch Your Favorite Team !
(865) 430-1551
Great Lunch & Dinner Menu
www.CrystelleCreek.com
• Award Winning Wings • Delicious Hand Made Brick Oven Pizza
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Appetizers • Salads • Soups • Entrees Italian Dishes • Daily Specials • Desserts Full Bar Service • Free Parking • In House Catering Pet Friendly Sports Porch!
1654 East Parkway
(Next To Dollar General)
• Banquets & Catering Available
• Best Burgers in Gatlinburg with Black Angus Beef www.threejimmys.com
(865) 325-1210
Directions: At traf ic 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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BLACKWOLFF KNIVES Now Open in the Glades will be heirlooms for many years to come. Ted is able to custom design a perfectly unique gift that will more than please the recipient. It will also help them know that you cared enough to commission a quality crafted heirloom remembrance for them. Blackwolff Knives is located at 170 Glades Road, Suite 2 inside the Smoky Mountain Arts & Crafts Village. They also have a unique inventory of soaps and lotions from Nelson Farms. They can be contacted at (865) 235-6008, www.blackwolff.com.
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.
A Classic Antler Knife and Sheath Ted and Kathy Blackwolff, originally from Sarasota, Florida have created a unique and selective collection of production and custom made knives and sheaths. Some of the inventory features Navajo and Cherokee bows, quivers, arrows, shields, spears, hatches and artifacts. Often Ted is asked to commission knives for families. A recent example was a father and son who had an excellent hunting experience together. With the antlers from the hunt, a knife has been commissioned for each of them. In this family, these knives
Many Styles and Types Available
Artlitsol and Strange Season Opens in the Glades
373 P arkway , G atlinburg • (865) 325-1411
608 G lades Rd ., G atlinburg • (865) 277-716 7 2nd location is in the Arts & Crafts Community
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Free 4x6 Photo Just For Stopping In The Glades has a new family of artist bringing their talents to the Arts and Crafts Community. Brian and Chrissy Millette, from Massachusetts, secured and renewed a building in the Glades Village located in the Arts & Crafts Community. They have two distinct business operations in the same building. Artlitsol is a portrait studio providing studio and outdoor photography for group sittings or small intimate shoots with on site clothing available for photos. Chrissy is both artistic and traditional as a professional photographer. She will consult with you to determine your
• Cat owners are a third less likely to suffer from heart disease than non cat owners. • Cats are the most popular domesticated animal in the whole wide world. Who didn’t know that!! • A litter of cats don’t necessarily all have the same dad, that’s one reason why they’re all different colors. Cats can get pregnant by different cats at the same time. • There are 8.5 million cats in the UK right now, and that’s more than humans who live in London. • Cats HATE us touching their feet. It’s the most sensitive part of their body because they walk on tip toes at all times. • Cats can only see yellow and blue, anything with red and green appears grey to them. • Cats are long-sighted. That’s why when you drop a treat right in front of them and you think they’re an idiot for not being able to see it, they actually just can’t see it. It helps them hunt. • Cats like it if you give them a slow blink to say hello,
presentation concept. Strange Seasons is a unique gift shop displaying and featuring local hand made art such as Alpaca items, melted glass, barn art, wood art, wind chimes, mosaics, etc. Stop by and see interesting treasures inside and outside on a beautiful farm house wrap around porch.
Featuring home cooked meals, signature salads, hot steam subs and TV’s everywhere for the sport enthusiast! Opening Fall of 2016.
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They are located at 680 Glades Road, Suite 6 in Gatlinburg. (865) 325-8951
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it’s a great way to gain trust with a cat you’ve just met in the street. • Cats hear when they’re asleep. Unlike humans, whose hearing shuts off when they’re asleep unless a loud noise wakes them. • Cats purr when they’re scared & not just when they’re content. • They can hear a mouse scratching 30 feet away. • Almost all white cats are deaf. •Stroking a cat reminds them of being cleaned by their mum. • A cat fell 19 floors, not only survived, but didn’t break a bone. • Cats have over 20 muscles that control their ears. • Cats can’t taste sweetness. • Adult cats only meow to communicate with humans. • Cats can change their meow to manipulate a human and often imitate a human baby when they need food. • Cats only sweat through their foot pads.
805 E. Parkway, Gatlinburg
Judy Jones Pottery A Gatlinburg Pottery Gallery • Lead Free • Wheel Thrown • Microwave & Dishwasher Safe "Browse and watch potter at work"
www.judyjonespottery.com
(865) 430-3472
In The Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community 530 Buckhorn Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Your hosts Kim & David
The Best Place To Dance!
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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
865-325-1750
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Fowlers Clay Works Offers Classes Misty Mountain Soap Co. A Healthier Choice In Skin Care
Mike making one of his beautiful pieces of pottery! Mike Fowler, originally from Florida is now offering hands on pottery lessons for both locals and tourist alike. One-on-one training with close attention is provided in a friendly learning atmosphere for both beginners and more experienced students that want to learn the unique techniques of this age old art. Most students can learn the basics and actually have their own personalized piece of pottery. Students can make whiskey jugs, cups, plates, vases and bowls. Locals can participate in a six week course whereby they attend for 2.5 hours once a week. This is a more intensive course with more student participation and details of the art are more focused. The visitor or tourist class is a introductory presentation where the
pottery made is then fired and is shipped to the student in about four weeks. Mike, his wife Cheryl and daughter, Ava make a living by creating stoneware pottery. Mike began his ceramic journey in 1995 while he was studying Audio Engineering at Full Sail University. He refined his artistic technique as well as learned the art of historical southern pottery with Robert and Connie Alewine at Alewine Pottery in the Glades. Gift certificates are available for pottery and classes. Fowlers Clay Works is located at 1402 E. Parkway, # 10, in the Wood Whittlers Complex at Glades Road. 865-412-1003 Facebook/FowlersClayworks.
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)
Oktoberfest at Ober Gatlinburg There is no better way to experience the beauty of the Smoky Mountains in the fall than OktOBERfest at Ober Gatlinburg. The beautiful orange and reds of the trees and pleasant weather make it a festival to remember. This year, Ober Gatlinburg's 7th Annual OktOBERfest will be held from September 23-October 30. It takes place every October and celebrates some of the time-honored traditions of the original OktOBERfest in Munich, Germany. There's an abundance of activities geared for all ages, so everyone is welcome!
Ar st Ted Wolff Has Solely Handcra ed Each Knife and Sheath
The Bavarian cuisine is one of the main highlights of OktOBERfest. Most of the food is German-inspired and is derived from recipes from traditional Bavarian festivals. Dishes include but are not limited to schnitzel, bratwurst, strudel, turkey legs, pretzels, and sauerkraut. If there is not a taste for German food in your palate, there are other eateries on-site that will offer meals suited to your taste and overall budget. A great accompaniment to the food is beer. An Outdoor Bier
Garten is open every day for beer sampling, and a beer tent will be available for festival-goers who are 21 and over. Along with the authentic German cuisine and beer, you can also look forward to outdoor games and the Bavarian Fun Makers Oompah Band. The band dresses in authentic lederhosen while performing traditional Bavarian folk dances, oompah music, sing-a-longs, yodels, and more! They have multiple performances daily during OktOBERfest. When you have had your fill of yodeling, schnitzel and Bavarian beer, you can enjoy everything else that Ober Gatlinburg has to offer. Some of the activities include the new Ski Mountain Coaster, the Indoor Ice Skating Rink, the Alpine Slide, the Chair Swing, the Scenic Chairlift, the Amaze'n Maze, Mini-Golf, a full arcade, and the Wildlife Encounter. Remember to bring your camera along to capture the memories, as well as the gorgeous views from high above the City of Gatlinburg. This is an event you won't want to miss! Allow Ober Gatlinburg to provide you with an experience that you will never forget!
Open Monday - Saturday
www.blackwolff.com
Top 6 Places to View Fall Leaves in Gatlinburg
170 Glades Rd., Suite 2, Gatlinburg
Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway- Opened in 1973, Ober Gatlinburg’s Aerial Tramway is one of the largest in America. Each tramcar accommodates up to 120 passengers, so there’s plenty of room for the whole family. Soaring two miles to the top of Mt. Harrison, the tram offers spectacular panoramic views of Mt. LeConte and the rest of the Smokies. Rolling hills covered in colorful reds and yellows will leave riders with the feeling of stepping into a Smoky Mountain mural. Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway is open 7 days a week and departs from the Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg.
Crafts & Gifts Hand-Crafted in the Smoky Mountains
Gatlinburg Sky Lift- There’s plenty of time to take in all the sights as riders steadily glide up the side of Crockett Mountain. The final destination is 1,800 feet above Gatlinburg! At the top, spectators will find observation decks and unique souvenirs. The Sky Lift is one of the more romantic destinations on the list as they host weddings atop the lofty overlook. Gatlinburg Sky Lift is open daily.
We specialize in handmade soy candles, soaps, and fragrant air fresheners
(865) 325-8142 Located at the Covered Bridge in the Glades Gatlinburg's Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
New Maps Released Please see the U.S. Geological Survey News Release from the link below highlighting newly released topographic maps for North Carolina and Tennessee that include Great Smoky Mountains National Park: www.usgs.gov/news/new-usgs-maps-nc-and-tn-show-nationalpark-visitor-centers-and-other-features
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Fall is upon us! And that means there’s no better place to be than Gatlinburg for the changing of the leaves. Surrounded by Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a stroll through downtown Gatlinburg is the perfect segue to fall leaf-peeping pleasure. In fact, the Smokies are home to more than 100 species of trees, 80 percent of which are deciduous, making for a myriad of color this time of year. Here are the top 6 places in Gatlinburg for catching the sights of fall:
Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook- Coming in at #3 on TripAdvisor’s list of top U.S. attractions seeing the greatest increase in traveler interest, the Scenic Overlook provides a pull off area on the Gatlinburg Bypass. Showcasing spectacular views of downtown Gatlinburg alongside an incomparable mountain landscape, this is undoubtedly the spot to grab that fall family photo. Gatlinburg Space Needle- Standing at 407 feet tall, the view from the Space Needle leaves spectators with a mountain top feeling without ever leaving town. With a complete 360-degree view, the observation deck of the Space Needle offers an array of vantage points for fall scenes every day.
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail- Get off the Parkway and head out of town on Historic Nature Trail and in a matter of minutes, a cluster of color surrounds visitors’ cars. Two of the more popular waterfalls in the park are located on the Motor Nature TrailRainbow Falls and Grotto Falls. Also found on the Trail is the Noah “Bud” Ogle Cabin, showcasing a wooden flume plumbing system as well as one of the last remaining working tub mills. Hop in the car and get off the beaten path!
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community- With more than 100 artists and craftsmen along the 8-mile loop, Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community is the largest group of independent artisans in North America. Fall is the perfect time to take in all the beauty Gatlinburg’s arts scene offers. Take a stroll beneath the spectacular colors while selecting handmade items crafted in the Smoky Mountains for generations. www.Gatlinburg.com - (800) 588-1817
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Publisher: John F. Patti Editor: Elizabeth Patti Associate Publishers: P. J. West Brook St. Johns Steve Moore Kim Bell Jim England Brian Papworth Jim Woods
Photographers: Ken Wayne
Contributing Writers: Cynthia Reeves Chef JD Kathryn Sherrard Teri Pizza Danny Lewis W. Alan Bruhin Linda Hyder Glenn K. Turner Ken Wayne A. Jann Peitso Jim Yonan Ben Fuchs Brian Yearick
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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 Parkway, Downtown Gatlinburg
www.HowardsRestaurantGatlinburg.com (865) 436-3600
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Jann's colorfully depicted images of quilts, trail “finds” and whimsical characters, all rendered in her splashes of watercolors, wil bring a smile as you enter and a feeling of “let's return” as you leave.
Apples By Teri Pizza OCTOBER IS NATIONAL APPLE MONTH … but … What comes to mind when someone says, “apple?” A computer? New York, New York? Or the often heard, “As American as apple pie?” Whatever it is for you, there's no denying that apples have been a beloved fruit and a main stay for Americans and others for a long time, dating back to 6500 BC. The saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” is more true than false. They are very healthy for you by being low in fat and sodium, with only about 81 calories each, plus they're cholesterol free. Apples are also good for digestion and rich in pectin, helping to prevent high cholesterol. One apple has 21g carbohydrates, 8g fiber or 20% of our daily need, 10mg calcium, 10mg phosphorus, 159mg potassium, 8mg vitamin C, 731U vitamin A, 25g sugar, and 4mcg folate. Before selecting your produce, consider how you plan to use your apples and how many you might need. After all, an award winning pie might have not been so much about the cook as about the type of apple the chef used in the pie! Select from one of the following types when preparing your next award winning creation: For salads, use Red Delicious, Macintosh, Granny Smith, Jonathan, or Galas. When cooking or preparing apple sauces try Rome, Greening, or Macintosh. If baking, Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, and Rome are yummy; and all-purpose varieties include Winesap, Paulared, Northern Spy and the ever popular Golden Delicious.
Selection and storage tips: Pick colorful fruit without cuts, bruises, or wrinkled skin as near to its harvest date as possible. Apples are best kept in cool, dry places; a refrigerator is recommended. Dip raw, peeled apples in lemon, orange, grapefruit or pineapple juice to keep it from turning its white “meat” brown. A medium apple weighs about 5-6 ounces and equals about 1 cup sliced or 2/3 cup grated fruit; 3 will equal about 1 pound or 1 heaping cup of applesauce; and, 2 pounds or approximately 6 medium apples will be enough to bake a 9-inch pie. One bad apple WILL spoil the whole bunch so sort through your apples often to eliminate those with soft spots. Better yet, don't let your fruit go bad, peel and dice apples; simmer in a covered pot containing 1-2 tablespoons of water, a squeeze of lemon, and 2 tablespoons of sugar and cook until apple goes limp. Cool and place in a freezer bag until ready to use in salads, on top of cereal, in pancakes or muffins. A rose by any other name might be called, apple, since they are members of the rose family and there are 7500 different types of them in the world—get yourself a bunch this autumn and celebrate October! 70 varieties of produce are highlighted in Teri's book, Simplicity of Fresh Produce. Look for her new book, ENJOY! Recipes for Fresh Produce. Both books are available on Amazon.com. She and husband now divide their time between Gatlinburg, TN and Ocala, FL.
Arrowmont Hosts Silk Painters International’s mean to you? What does it mean to the silk artist? What does it mean in a transforming landscape?” The result is a dynamic group of silk paintings, sculptures and installations that explore a variety of themes and subjects. The SPIN Signature Members Exhibition showcases the work of nine distinguished SPIN members who were invited for inclusion in this exhibit. The exhibit will be on view during the duration of the conference only, October 7-15, 2016, in the Geoffrey A. Wolpert Gallery. Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is exhibiting over 70 silk paintings by 36 national and international artists in two exhibitions. The exhibitions are in conjunction with the Silk Painter International’s (SPIN) biennial conference “Silk in Transition” being held at Arrowmont October 7-15, 2016. Arrowmont invites the public to view the exhibitions and attend the reception. Admission is free. Silk in Transition will be on view October 1 – November 5, in the Sandra J. Blain Gallery. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm and Saturday 10 am-4 pm. A reception will be held Saturday, October 8, 6-8 pm Awards will be announced at 7 pm. SPIN members were asked to create works that answer the questions, “What does silk painting
The SPIN conference offers lectures, workshops and art exhibits with international artists. Various program packages are available including week, weekend and workshops only. No SPIN membership required. Housing and meal plans are available.
Watercolor classes are available for visitors
upon request, two or three hours. All supplies are furnished. 170 Glades Road, Gatlinburg • (865)436-2363 www.ajannpeitso.com Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Village
Free Living Well with Chronic Conditions Program Workshops By Linda Hyder The Pigeon Forge Public Library will be hosting a six week series entitled, Living Well with Chronic Conditions. The classes are free and open to the public. The class dates are Thursdays, September 8 to October 13, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. This 6-week workshop series is designed to help community members manage their long-term health issues effectively. Chronic conditions of those attending may include asthma, arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, chronic pain, sleep apnea, or fibromyalgia among others. If you or anyone you care for has a chronic disease, we welcome you to this series which is designed to address issues including: ·Finding effective and healthy ways to deal with pain and fatigue ·Helping to establish better nutrition and exercise choices in your life ·Discovering new treatment options ·Managing side effects ·Communicating with your health care professional effectively ·Leading a fuller and better life despite having a chronic condition
The Living Well with Chronic Conditions Program is conducted by three leaders, Sarah Vaden, Linda Hyder and Diana Saia, who were certified by Stanford University Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Master Trainers. This program is sponsored locally by UT Extension Service and the Regional Health Department. Linda Hyder, UT Extension Agent, has been
instructing this class for the past 3 years. “This is a great course for people to learn practical ways of dealing with the daily struggles of chronic health conditions. We do not go into detail about particular illnesses, however such information is covered in the course book from Stanford University, which is free to all participants. Each person also receives a free relaxation cd. This series is not to replace medical treatment or advice from medical professionals, but does encourage working with your health care team.” Last year, 80% of the Sevier County participants reported feeling better after completing the six week series. Linda reported that each week participants set a goal with a step by step plan to improve their health. “It is exciting to see how small steps, and a positive attitude lead to more confidence in daily managing chronic health issues.” It is also positive to see how class participants support each other as the classes continue. Graduation certificates are even given to those who attend majority of classes. Take advantage of this FREE opportunity and make reservations for Living Well With Chronic Conditions. Again, this series will be held Thursdays, form September 8 to October 13, from 10:00 – 12 Noon, at the Pigeon Forge Library. Each week the topic varies, so participants are encouraged to attend weekly. To register or info contact Linda Hyder, at 865453-3695 or email lhyder@utk.edu. Registration needed by September 6.
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SPIN is an international organization of silk artists, painters, practitioners and educators. Their mission is to establish silk painting as a recognized art form by encouraging and promoting the collecting, displaying and production of silk art at the highest level. Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts enriches lives by developing aesthetic appreciation and fostering self-expression with hands-on experiences in a variety of media, classes, conferences and seminars. 865-436-5860
Ship Pub
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www.barksandrecgatlinburg.com We are located on highway 321, 5.5 miles from traffic light #3 in Gatlinburg
Open all year round
Open 11 till 10 - Sunday 12 till 6 Serving The Area for over 10 Years The ORIGINAL Ship Crew Is Back Happy Hour 4-7 Full Menu • Appetizers • Salads Over 40 Drafts To Choose From
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2159 East Parkway,Gatlinburg,TN 37738 Reservations Are Highly Encouraged
Robert A. Tino Art at Neil’s Gallery that meshed realism with impressionism. His signature meshing of transparent watercolors and gouache (pronounced "gwash" - a little used opaque technique) evoke the countless moods of this mountain eden.
(865) 325-1658 170 Glades Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Check out Robert Tino art at Neil’s Gallery at the Covered Bridge.
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For nearly twenty years, Robert A. Tino has interpreted the landscape of the Great Smoky Mountains with an eye, palette and brush stroke
Fatality From Rock Wall Fall Neil’s Gallery On Monday, September 12, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Rangers were notified by Swain County 911 of a medical emergency at the Newfound Gap parking lot near the North Carolina/Tennessee state line at approximately 1:55 p.m.
Robert integrated oils into his portfolio because of the immediate accessibility of blending that allows him to achieve a different kind of softness. Whether the medium is watercolor or oil, Robert preserves his personal experience of the mountains with each scene in remarkable detail, while exploring his characteristic affinity for flourishes of color, depth and texture. Neil’s Gallery, 849 Glades Rd,#2B6, Gatlinburg. 865-430-4029 - www.neilsgallery.com
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Marguerite Root, age 85, of Canal Winchester, Ohio fell approximately eight to nine feet from where she was sitting on a parking lot guard wall to a lower stone walkway. Ms. Root and her family were taking pictures with a view of the mountains in the background when she fell backwards off the rock wall to the stone walkway below. Park Rangers and Cherokee Tribal EMS responded to the scene and provided patient care. Ms. Root never regained consciousness and was transported to the Cherokee Tribal Hospital in Cherokee, NC where she was pronounced dead.
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By Danny Lewis Some of you that follow Mike and Frank on American Pickers every now and then notice that they trip across what’s called “Trench Art”. These guys will get so excited when they find some because of its history. The guys that made this art were heroes. Just imagine while they were dug in the trenches what was going through their minds. They thought of their family, their girl friends, the filthy dirt and mud that most people cannot imagine while they are fighting for their lives in a trench for the good ole USA.
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But anyway, while there were times when they were doing nothing and bullets were not flying they hammered out ash trays and things from World War II shells and shot. We have some pieces here that may be representative of shoulders that created this art....maybe, or maybe not. These were pieces that were from spent or shot that could be picked up in the trenches and used as something to work with. These pieces of art are collectible to some people because they are initially inexpensive. But since they were made in the 20s, 30s and 40s they could be worth more in time. Plus they’re just cool. So there you have it! God Bless Our Soldiers and God Bless American...semper fi!
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Arrowmont’s “Meet the Artist” Art & Dinner Auction Meet the Artist will be held on November 4, 2016 at Harper Audi located at 9735 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, Tennessee 37922. Reception and silent auction begin at 6 p.m. Dinner and live auction begin at 7:15 p.m.
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Reserve a table or purchase individual tickets $150 per ticket or $1,500 per table. Reservations by table – bring eight guests and enjoy a bottle of champagne and signage at your private table.
Benefiting Arrowmont’s educational programs, “Meet the Artist” is a special event featuring art by top regional artists and craftspeople. Be the envy of yourfriends – enjoy the work and company of great artists and fine food. Take home a glorious painting, exquisite piece of pottery, lovely hand-dyed scarf, orchoose a dinner with elegant wines. Other auction items include cases of wine, exciting getaways, events with Arrowmont artists and many other desirable items.
Corporate and individual sponsorships are available. Please contact Fran Day by email at fday@arrowmont.org or call 865.436. 5860 x32 for more information and tickets. Featured Artists: Elizabeth Barton, Warren Carpenter, Alan Carter, Tina Curry, Dick Ensing, Stan Fronczek, Marcia Goldenstein, Bill Griffith, Janet Harper, Stan & ChrisJohnson, Edwin Kalke, Jerry Laffer, Peggy Leland, Whitney Leland, Lisa Naples, Lindsay Pichaske, Todd Pletcher, Tom Riesing, Tommie Rush, Margaret Scanlan, Greg Schramek, Carol Shinn, Liz Zlot Summerfield, Lana Wilson and Margit Worsham.
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Tips to Sleep Better When You Travel By Dr. Frank Lipman
When traveling it can be challenging to fall asleep in a hotel room, no matter how lovely and accommodating. I’ve compiled a list of my favorite tips to help you sleep away from home. Set Yourself Up for Success - Some people can sleep through just about any noise. Others? Not so much. If you fall into the latter camp, ask the front desk for a room on a higher floor and far away from elevators, vending and ice machines, and outdoor patios. And don’t forget your earplugs! Eat Earlier in the Evening - You’ll sleep better if your belly isn’t digesting dinner all night, so try to eat at least three to four hours before you plan to turn in. Stuck with a late-night dinner reservation? Remember to eat simply, choosing lighter, easy-todigest foods that won’t make you (or your belly) toss and turn all night. Skip the Nightcap - An after-dinner drink in the lounge is a sociable way to decompress from the day, but if sleeping well is a concern, trade the bubbly for a cup of soothing chamomile, mint, or valerian tea. Create an “Electronic Sundown” - An hour or two before going to bed, turn off the television, and shut down your laptop, tablet and phone. The light emitted by electronics will make your brain think it’s daytime, and achieving deep, restorative sleep will be difficult. Get Steamed (In a Good Way!) - A hot bath, shower, or stint in the hotel hot tub an hour or so
before bed is a fantastic way to prep for sleep. A bit of tub time will help relax muscles and lightly boost body temperature, which in turn promotes falling asleep faster. A sauna will offer similar sleeppromoting benefits, so if there’s one, indulge! Keep the Room Cool - A sleeping temperature of 60 to 65 degrees is best for most people, even in the dead of winter, so be sure to adjust the room temperature before you climb into bed. Unwind Your Body - Most people associate yoga with the early morning hours, but there are some simple yoga poses that can help ease your body into sleep — and you don’t need to be a yogi to do them. Two classic, relaxing poses are the Supta Baddha Konasana or Reclining Bound Angle Pose, and Savasana, also known as the Corpse Pose. For added relaxation, try a few basic Restorative Yoga poses. Or get an end-of-day massage at your hotel. Downshift Your Brain - When you’re away from home and your routine, it’s easy to get stressed out and wound up. To mellow out before bedtime, try a guided meditation, tune into an ambient music channel or listen to Brainwave Power Music, which utilizes ‘binaural beats,’ a collection of meditative sound patterns that encourages restful sleep. Light Your Way But Not Too Much - Many people leave the bathroom light on in case they need to visit in the middle of the night, but the harsh light can disrupt sleep. Travel with a few batteryoperated tea lights. Before hitting the sack, place the tealights in a line to light the way.
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Lamp Man Gets To The ROOT Of It By Brian Yearick, Runville, Pa.
Future Exhibits at the Gatlinburg Convention Center The Craftsman's Fair - October 18-23 Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Thanksgiving Show - November 22-27 Sevier County Library Exhibit with Reception - March 5
themselves, only to be damaged again and again. This injury and healing is what gives the roots their gnarly character. “We never harvest more than two roots from a single tree,” Bill said. “That insures we never hurt the tree.” “The root tips are what we harvest, that way there is only one cut in the wood and only the dead tips are removed,” he said. Once the wood has been dried and cleaned, it gets clear coated to protect it and draw out its natural beauty; it is never stained or bleached. After clear coating, the roots are finally ready to be turned into lamps.
Being unable to harvest wood from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Bill and Cindy from “Thistle Dew!” just outside Gatlinburg, search the mountain runoff streams for distressed roots. A distressed root is when dirt is eroded away from the roots and then flooding and debris from mountain storms damage the exposed roots. The roots then try to repair
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twisted copper. All lamps cast a warm amber glow, using a vintage Edison Bulb. The root lamps are great for any rustic, natural or eclectic home. Visit Thistle Dew! on Facebook to view their inventory and choose the lamp that's right for you. Their gallery is located at 1402 E. Parkway, #12 in Gatlinburg. We are located behind Wood Whittlers at light 3A on 321.
There are two different lamp styles available, a hanging version where decorative antique looking cords are used and a standard stand up lamp and a hanging chandelier. “All of our lamps come with a custom sand composite shade,” Bill said. “The recipe for the shade has been around for over 2000 years.” Natural dyes are added to accent the wood's tones. Holes in the shade are designed for specific lighting effects and fused glass can be included for added color and effect. If any rocks have been added for ballast or enhancement, the lamps are embellished with braided or
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Steve Carr Now In Gatlinburg Flex Seeds Protect Your Heart & Lower Cholesterol Steve Carr is a native of Texas and for the first time in his life is a new resident of Tennessee. He is a musician since birth and brings with him a special blend of Blues, Rock and Country....all at the same time. You can hear traces of all three in just about everything he does.He has performed on stage and in the recording studio with the likes of Clint Black, Marty Raybon, the late Terry McMillan and the late Hoot Hester just to name a few. He has been the regular entertainment at Crystelle Creek Restaurant in Gatlinburg every Tuesday night since February 2016. Also you may have seen him performing with several local bands in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. He’s a very special talent. Check him out!
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Flax seeds have quickly become the new “it” food. It seems as if you can’t find a healthy recipe or an article on weight loss that doesn’t say to add a tablespoon of flax seeds as a nutritional boost.
But are the tiny seeds truly a superfood? Or are they just the latest trend? Flax is a plant that has been around for tens of thousands of years. The seeds are loaded with nutrients. They are packed with fiber and high in omega-3 fats and lignans. Lignans are antioxidants that fight inflammation and lower bad cholesterol. There are so many health benefits to including flaxseeds in your diet that it’s hard to know
where to start. Their Omega-3 fatty acids are known to cut the risk of heart disease, in part because they reduce bad cholesterol.
The seeds are rich in phytoestrogens, which have been shown to fight the growth of breast cancer tumors. They may also ease the symptoms of menopause. The high levels of fiber in flaxseeds not only keep you regular, but also make you feel fuller longer and help control blood sugar levels. Adding flaxseeds to your diet is incredibly easy. The seeds have a sweet, nutty taste that makes it a natural for sprinkling on top of cereal or oatmeal. Continued to Page 12
Appalachian Bear Rescue By Kathryn Sherrard
Are You Feeding Bears?
Hopefully you are properly indignant when you read that question, and promptly answer, “No, of course not! I would never feed bears!” But stop for a moment and think. Do you ever leave food scraps outside after a cookout or where you have had a picnic? Do you ever get rid of your garbage in a non-bear proof trash container? Do you ever feed your pet dog or cat outside? Do you have bird feeders full of sunflower seed hanging outside? Do you use a grill and fail to scrub it thoroughly after cooking? If you answer “yes” to one or more of these questions you may be inadvertently feeding bears! Fall is the time when bears are particularly active in their search for food. Their bodies tell them that they must gain a significant amount of weight in order to be ready for the winter, when they will not eat or drink anything. They need to gain about one-third to one-half additional body weight. This fact has definite implications for us humans who live or visit in their habitat, which includes all of us in the area around the Smoky Mountains. For one thing, it means that bears may not be as watchful and cautious as they usually are. They are so focused on finding food that they may not be aware of human hikers, for example, who are coming toward them. Even though a bear's senses are very keen (their sense of smell is legendary – they can smell food from a mile or more away!) when they are sniffing out good things to eat it's possible that the smell of a hiker may not trigger the usual defense responses. So we have to be exceptionally watchful to avoid surprising a bear in such a situation. The national park rules state that we must not approach any nearer than 150 feet from a bear. That is 50 yards, or half the length of a football field! This is a good rule to follow, whether you are in the park or not. In fact, when viewing wildlife the rule of thumb is that if the animal changes its behavior (for example, if it stops eating and looks toward you) you are too close. At this critical time of year, let's all do our part to insure that our bears and other wildlife are able to eat what they need to safely prepare for winter. The other vitally important action we should take is to be especially careful of our trash and garbage. ABR, in partnership with TWRA, has installed several bear proof trash containers along Hwy 321 in the Townsend area. We are
also trying to promote the installation of more of the containers in other areas. If you possibly can find and use them, please do. If you are in the national park, there are bear proof dumpsters in picnic areas, campgrounds and many other locations We often hear “A fed bear is a dead bear,” and “Garbage kills bears.” Both sayings are absolutely true. Bears are opportunistic and will take advantage of unsecured trash. This can be very dangerous for them, as they tend not to distinguish between, say, donuts and the wrapper the donuts came in. Eating wrappers of plastic, paper or Styrofoam can make a bear sick and interfere with digestion of the natural foods that bear needs to eat. Please be sure to dispose of your food scraps and garbage properly.
Now for an update on the cubs currently residing at Appalachian Bear Rescue. We have three cubs, all of whom were born in January of this year. Two are siblings – Andy Bear and his sister Eliza Bear. The third is the little male cub who came to ABR in March as a 3-pounder. They have been eating and eating, and now they are estimated to weigh over 40 pounds each. They will probably be ready for release in a couple of months so they can find dens and start their lives in the wild. To learn more about Appalachian Bear Rescue and our cubs please visit our Facebook page: facebook.com/AppalachianBearRescue. Photos are posted almost every day. Visit our website: www.appalachianbearrescue.org and our blog at abrblog.wordpress.com. If you are in Townsend stop by our Visitor/Education Center in the Trillium Cove Shopping Village on East Lamar Alexander Parkway. It is open Tuesday Saturday from 10 to 4; closed Sunday and Monday. We’d love to see you there!
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Pastor Greg Hooker at Morning Mist Village Josh and Jacob at Crystelle Creek Restaurant
Lisa & Jeff at Taste of Italy Restaurant
Jenny & Amber at Holston’s Kitchen
PJ and Steve at Crystelle Creek Restaurant
Lori & Mark at Farmhouse Home Goods Mercantile & CafĂŠ
Steve Carr performing
Participants at the 4th Annual Gatlinburg Elks Golf Tournament at Gatlinburg Golf Course
Kim and David
Gary Mackey, Heather Maples, Craig Johnston, Kurt Flata, Taylor Brooks and Mark Mayer
Shyanna, Jimbo, Cansis, Janine & Kim
Carol and Jennifer
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Born in New Orleans, she grew up in Orangeburg, SC. Neesee started playing the piano at six years old. After playing Moon Beams in her first piano music recital she started playing by ear. At fifteen Neesee started The Soul Expressions Band playing high school gym dances. She also played the piano in a R&B Band as well as also playing in a Classic Rock Band. At thirty one Neesee joined an 18 piece jazz orchestra where she became a cover artist for four years.
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Neesee's mother always wanted to see where Dolly Parton came from but she never got the chance. So after she passed, Neesee decided she would make the trip she and her mother had longed to do. After making the trip to the Smoky Mountains, Neesee decided to leave her home town as she knew that was the only way she was going to grow her music. Her first job was at the Comedy Barn in Pigeon Forge where she did a comical musical act. From 2002 – 2005 Neesee was with the Ole Smoky Hoedown Elwood Smooch Show. She wrote the song “Black Redneck” which was used in the show. After Elwood Smooch Neesee spent nine years performing at the Downtown Grill & Brewery in Knoxville, TN. Followed by a 5 year engagement at The Point in Dandridge, TN.
Live music in Gatlinburg can also be found at: Three Jimmy's A Good Time Eatery offers live music, DJ, and karaoke. Every Tuesday is BAMM JAM night 9 pm till close. Wednesday is Open Mic with Mark Meyer, Thursday and Friday are DJ/Karoke, and Saturday is dance band night.
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Tom & Earl's Back Alley Grill has Denver Evans on the keyboard entertaining every Thursday, Friday and Saturday weather permitting.
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The Smoky Mountain Brewery and Loco Burros have live entertainment on the weekends. Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine Distillery and Sugarlands Distillery host live music throughout the day every day of the week.
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Not only can Neesee play the piano and sing, she has also been known to write a song or two. She wrote the Crystelle Creek TV Commercial that airs on the in-room TV channel in Gatlinburg. It is a parody of the song “Cheek to Cheek”. She is also the Assistant Choir Director at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pigeon Forge.
Every 2nd Monday of the month there is a SMSWF Songwriters Showcase at Crystelle Creek Restaurant and Grill. Area songwriters showcase their original songs starting at 6 pm. If you are a songwriter and would be interested in performing please contact John Condrone at 865-898-7301. www.smswf.com
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So what is it that makes avocados so satisfying? Well, aside from the fiber and the nutrients which are always satiety-inducing, probably the most hunger busting element of the succulent green fruit are the fats. Avocados are among the plant world’s most lipiddense products, containing significant amounts of both saturated and unsaturated fats. According to the USDA, 1 cup of avocado
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Scientists were looking to see how avocado consumption would influence blood sugar levels and insulin responses, satisfaction and further food intake. The researchers, from the Department of Nutrition at Loma Linda University found that participants who added half an avocado to their lunch reported a significantly decreased desire to eat by 40 percent over a three hour period and 28 percent over a five hour period compared to their desire to eat after a standard, non-avocado-containing lunch. Even more significantly, their satisfaction was long lasting. Three hours after eating participants reported increased satisfaction by 26 percent. And the avocados didn’t throw off blood sugar. According to Dr. Joan Sabat who led the research team, “there was no increase in blood levels beyond what was observed after eating the standard lunch”.
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The Ship Pub in the Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Community hosts a SMSWF Spotlight once a month with Songwriters not from the immediate area.
Neesee came back to Gatlinburg where she performed at Hellbender's, then at Bear Creek for Jim England. When Bear Creek was sold to PJ West, Neesee stayed on and has become quite an icon with over 5000 songs to choose from spanding six decades from the 1920s till now. Tourists call to see if Neesee is still performing. Every now and then at Crystelle Creek you might find her jamming it out with Bobby Tomberlin who wrote “One More Day” for Diamond Rio. You will find Neesee at Crystelle Creek Wednesdays thru Sunday beginning at 5 pm. Feel free to make your own request for songs you want to hear.
This past November’s issue of the highly regarded publication ”Nutritional Journal” has a cool article about avocados. It quotes a study (entitled, somewhat awkwardly, “A Randomized Crossover Study to Evaluate the Effect of Hass Avocado Intake on PostIngestive Satiety and Insulin Levels and Subsequent Energy Intake in Overweight Adults“!) that compared the effects of adding a fresh avocado to a lunchtime meal to the effects of eating a standard nonavocado-including lunch.
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Did You Know? You can prevent avocados from browning by sprinkling the flesh with a little lime or lemon juice? Use lots of Celtic Sea Salt on raw, fresh avocados. The salt and avocado fats will act synergistic-ally to amplify the distinctive tastes and subtle flavors of the rich, buttery fruit. Can’t wait to eat your hard avocado? You can hasten it’s ripening by putting it in a paper bag. The bag will trap ethylene oxide, a ripening-inducing gas that is emitted by the tasty fruit as it ages. Make sure you keep the bag in a dark cool area and you check your avocado regularly or you may end up making guacamole!
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Planning to Establish Native Grass Forages Next Year? By W. Alan Bruhin Native grasses offer beef producers a number of advantages, including enhanced profitability, drought tolerance and reduced exposure to fescue toxicosis says Patrick Keyser, professor and director of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture's Center for Native Grasslands Management. “Keeping cattle off infected fescue in summer is especially beneficial because concentrations of toxins are often elevated at this time of year,” says Keyser. “Furthermore, impacts of toxicosis are compounded by summer heat stress. Several studies have shown that stockers can experience increased gains, at least seasonally, by moving them off of tall fescue onto a warm-season forage.” Now is the time to plan and begin implementing a change to native grass pastures for next year's grazing. Keyser says controlling weed competition in advance of planting any perennial forage crop, including native grasses, is the
key to success. “Cool-season perennials should be controlled during the fall and warm-season perennials in August – September before planting is planned,” he says. “Because of the limited options for annual weed control, advanced weed control is critical. Killing the first flush of summer annual grasses like goosegrass, crabgrass, and seedling johnsongrass prior to planting can reduce competition from these species,” the forage expert emphasizes. For more information about establishing and managing native grasses for forage, read Keyser's collection of essays online at the UT Beef and Forage Center. Additional info is available from the UT Extension Publication “Establishing Native warm-season grasses for livestock forage in the Mid South, (Publication # SP731-B). This and other publications are available for download at the UT Extension Publications website. Just enter publication number or topic in the search engine.
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Meeting And Tradeshow Set For November 4
The Tennessee Forage and Grassland Council will hold its annual meeting and tradeshow on Friday, November 4, at Ellington Agricultural Center's Ed Jones Auditorium in Nashville. “Several emerging issues will highlight this year's program,” says Gary Bates, director of the University of Tennessee Beef and Forage Center. “The lineup of speakers is outstanding and should provide for a very interesting day.” Dr. Ray Smith, forage specialist from the University of Kentucky, will be discussing opportunities select and utilize the best forage species and varieties. Other topics include grazing native warm-season grasses, variable rate fertilization and liming of pastures, and the influence of cow size on productivity. Dr. Renata Nave, forage researcher with UT, will be discussing her research on intercropping corn and forage. One of the highlights of the meeting will be UT Beef Nutritionist Dr. Jason Smith discussing new information on pasture mineral contents and potential issues producers in the state need to recognize.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the meeting begins at 9 a.m. CST. A $25 registration fee covers the cost of membership in the Tennessee Forage and Grassland Council as well as lunch. The meeting will conclude by 3 p.m. CST. “This meeting is a great opportunity for any farmer who's looking to produce forage and grasses as profitably as possible,” says Bates. “This is where Tennessee's top producers will be, and if they can't help you, they'll know the other good producers in your area.” An accompanying trade show offers producers a look at and a lesson about the constantly changing technology necessary to make the best decisions for their farms and for their buyers. The day's events also include a silent auction provided by the major seed, chemical and pharmaceutical companies participating in the tradeshow. For more information about the Tennessee Forage and Grassland Council, contact your county's UT Extension office or Bates at 865-9747208 or by email at gbates@utk.edu.
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www.ChefJDs.com By Chef JD Hello my Fall Peepers & fellow locals! Finally the weather is changing to where we should be! I don't know about you but this summer's sweltering heat was for the birds... the whole country was on a boil. Anywho, it's finally over except a few here and there, YEAH! Keep in mind that the 8 mile loop in the Arts & Crafts Community is free all the time. We have over 100 Arts & Craftsmen, which many perform right on the premises. Just hang a left at stop light 3, keep going until the third light and take a left, you'll see the sign. You will not regret it! Okay, it's time for the yummy stuff! Crockpot Blueberry Dump Cake Ingredients: ·2 cups Frozen Blueberries, defrosted & drained ·1/2 cup Sugar ·1 box White Cake Mix ·1 cup Butter, melted Directions: Mix blueberries & sugar. Spray Crockpot with nonstick & dump blueberry mixture into crock. In bowl, mix cake mix & butter. Then spread over blueberries. Cook on low for 2 1/2 hours, until toothpick comes out clean. Here's one... Got extra pancakes? Instead of tossing them, try this next recipe! Pancake Rollups 1 can of your favorite pie filling and your leftover pancakes. Spread filling on pancake, roll the
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Park Hosts Stargazing Event Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in cooperation with the Smoky Mountains Astronomical Society, will offer a stargazing program in Cades Cove on Saturday, October 8, 2016 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Experienced astronomers and numerous telescopes will be on hand to provide a discovery of the spring sky’s position of stars, galaxies, and constellations, including the Milky Way. In case of rain or cloud cover where night skies are not visible, the program will be cancelled. “It’s a great opportunity to gaze at the star-studded sky without the obstruction of artificial light as seen in developed areas outside the park,” said Park Ranger Mike Maslona. “People will be amazed at the vast depths of this planetary world and all that they can see in the complete darkness. This program mixes astronomy, legends, and the beauty of the
stars to create a worthwhile exploration into the wonders of the heavens.” Participants for the program will be directed to park near the orientation shelter at the entrance to the Cades Cove Loop Road. A park ranger will walk with the group one-third of a mile to a nearby field to the viewing location. No vehicles are allowed to drive to the site. Those planning to attend should dress warm and bring a flashlight. Participants might also like to bring a lawn chair or blanket for sitting, along with binoculars which can be used for stargazing. Carpooling is strongly encouraged. The program is subject to postponement due to rain or cloud cover. Call the day of the event to confirm that the program will take place at 865-448-4104.
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