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Christmas in the Smoky Mountains
Your guide to the holidays
By Tony Wheeler — Staff Writer
As long as there are little Virginias
being assured that Santa exists as cer-
tainly as love and generosity and devo-
tion, there will be Christmas. And as long
as there are people around who
hold onto the magic of the
meaning of the word, derived
from Christ's Mass, and give
from the heart, there will be
Christmas.
With Santa and his reindeer,
cut Fraser fir trees and candles
lit in churches at the retelling of
Christ's birth, the holiday is big
enough to hold all of the tradi-
tions that bring family and
friends together in celebration.
The spirit of Christmas is
alive and well this year. Many
of us in the mountains of North
Carolina and north Georgia are
only a few generations away
from being dirt poor, where an
orange and a bit of peppermint
in our stockings hanging from From Santa Clause and Christmas trees to horse-drawn carriage rides, much we need each other.
the hearth were indeed a treat. the holiday is big enough to hold all of the traditions that bring family Like traditions of long ago, it
Nowadays the treats have and friends together in celebration.
evolved as the world has, and
oranges and peppermints have been re-
placed by Xbox games and four-wheel-
ers. The same spirit of giving lives on,
resounding through the hills and valleys
of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Strong traditions never die, and people
can still cut a tree to decorate for Christ- for a glimpse of the magic. Now if department store Santa might be the real
mas. The only difference now is that fa-
thers most often load the family into the
car for a trek to a tree farm instead of cut- Christmas Eve, when the weatherman
ting it from their own land. The kids still
get to help pick the tree and fathers still
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chocolate to ward off the cold of Winter.
Fruitcake is still an important tradi-
tion, despite the rumor that only one
fruitcake exists in the entire world and
is just being passed around, the mother
of all re-gifts.
Children leave cookies and milk for 1947 (Hollywood must've been big on
Santa, and sometimes a carrot for Christmas that year), is the story of what
Rudolph, the lead reindeer.
Not too long ago, kids had to stare out Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade as peo-
the bedroom window, holding out hope ple are left wondering whether or not a
they're lucky enough to stay up late, thing. Because of its theme, the film has
they can watch the nightly news on become a perennial Christmas favorite.
tracks Santa and the sleigh on Doppler by English author Charles Dickens, about
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Like getting to stay up late, most of life's
best pleasures are free. Parents will also
watch some TV, the same black-and-white
movies they watch every year – "It's a
Wonderful Life" and "Miracle on 34th
Street." They'll keep a hankie nearby, or a
tissue for the younger generations, ready
to dab at the tears they swear they aren't
crying.
In the first film, a 1947 clas-
sic starring Jimmy Stewart, an
angel helps a compassionate
but despairingly frustrated
businessman by showing
what life would have been
like if he never existed. It tugs
People that move here do so for a slower pace,
and most of us that grew up here know better
than to live for greed alone. Here, we've learned
and hold dear to our hearts the knowledge of our
interconnections – how it's our presence needed
most, not our presents.
at the heartstrings, a tear-
jerker because it reminds us
how we're all connected, how
never gets old. We watch it
over and over.
“Miracle on 34th St.”, also a classic from mate moments and kind words for
takes place in New York City following
Another favorite is "A Christmas Carol" and
a miserly curmudgeon and his secular
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
conversion and redemption after being
visited by four ghosts on Christmas
Eve.
Thankfully, there aren't many
Ebenezer Scrooges in the mountains.
People that move here do so for a
slower pace, and most of us that grew
up here know better than to live for
greed alone. Here, we've learned and
hold dear to our hearts the knowledge
of our interconnections – how it's our
presence needed most, not our presents.
We've noticed one of the most beauti-
ful things about Christmas in the moun-
tains. For a few weeks at least, everyone
is in a good mood. We wish glad tidings
on strangers, smiling and saying "Merry
Christmas" to everyone who crosses our
path. With that spirit in mind, we hope
you enjoy the myriad of possibilities for
a Smoky Mountain Christmas. From
"Window Wonderland" where Franklin
transforms itself to a Victorian Christ-
mas, to the parades and Living Nativi-
ties around the area, from the parties
and sit-down dinners to "Shop with a
Cop," we take the time for more inti-
friends and family. After all, who does-
n’t love Christmas?
And we hope you do, too. Please
enjoy our Christmas Gift Guide to kick
off the Season and shop with local mer-
chants so they'll have a nice Christmas
and we can all enjoy a happy New Year.
Peace on earth, spread the good will,
Merry Christmas to each and
everyone this year.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009 Christmas Gift Guide 2009 — The Macon County News 23
All proceeds from “Holiday in the are final.
UC” benefit the American Red Cross
and Community Table. For more infor-
mation, call (828) 227-7206 or visit
December 6
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Western Carolina University’s School
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of Music will present its annual
December 4-5 “Sounds of the Season” holiday concert
Madrigal Christmas Dinners at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, in the concert
Madrigal Christmas Dinners, a tradi- hall of WCU’s Fine and Performing
tion at Western Carolina
University since 1970, will
be held Friday, Dec. 4, and
Arts Center.
for the coming year
Saturday, Dec. 5, in the
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The dinners are re-cre-
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soned with bourbon-apple
Smoky Mountain Brass Quintet will be a part of this year’s
glaze, honey citrus-glazed “Sounds of the Season” concert Dec. 6 at WCU’s Fine and
Cornish hen, or a vegetarian Performing Arts Center.
• 3 one-hour Massages $150
plate featuring a stuffed
portabella mushroom. The School of Music’s primary schol- Prices valid only for Christmas gift certificates
Accompaniments include traditional arship fundraiser each year, the concert purchased through Dec. 31, 2009
wassail, hearts of Romaine salad with will feature performances by WCU’s
sugared pecans and dried cranberries Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Con- Gift certificates in any amount available for other
with a balsamic vinaigrette, roasted cert Choir, University Chorus, Early
garlic mashed new potatoes, honey cin- Music Ensemble, Musical Theatre
Therapeutic massage services.
namon-glazed carrots, plum pudding, Singers and Smoky Mountain Brass
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and $30 for all others. Tickets may be ance, and WCU faculty member Steve
purchased at the administrative offices Carlisle will provide a reading of “Twas
on the second floor of the Hinds Uni- the Night Before Christmas” accompa-
versity Center, or by calling (828) 227- nied by the Wind Ensemble.
7206. Ticket desk hours are 9 a.m. until Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for sen-
noon and 1 until 4 p.m. weekdays. Tele- iors 60 and over and WCU faculty and
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N.C. Symphony to play Dec. 11 holiday concert at WCU Holiday events at WCU Holiday events in Franklin begin the weekend after Thanksgiving
CULLOWHEE – The December 2-4 Franklin has many events planned With Santa. This event will be held
North Carolina Symphony CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University for the holidays. The Friday after from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gazebo
will get the season started will host activities ranging from storytelling to Thanksgiving, be sure to join us in in Downtown Franklin and is always
with a concert of holiday pictures with Santa Claus for WCU and the sur- downtown Franklin for our Annual full of holiday cheer. Your young ones
pops at 7:30 p.m. Friday, rounding community during the second annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event can also write their letter to Santa dur-
Dec. 11, at the Fine and “Holiday in the UC” at A.K. Hinds University begins at 7 p.m. Enjoy sounds of the ing this event and put it in the express
Performing Arts Center on Center from Dec. 2-4. season, complimentary cookies and mailbox to the North Pole.
the campus of Western From 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 2, and hot cider, a visit with Santa Claus and Then, Sunday at 3 p.m. the Franklin
Carolina University. Thursday, Dec. 3, there will be a build-a-holiday get your holiday shopping under Chamber of Commerce will present
In this return perform- character activity for $7 per character, holiday arts way with downtown merchants. Franklin’s Annual Christmas Parade.
ance, the symphony will and crafts, and pictures with Santa. From 6 to 10 Children can also write Letters to Come join us and you'll discover
play a holiday-themed p.m., the holiday comedies “Elf” and “A Christ-
program of classical and mas Story” will be screened at the UC Theater. On
pop selections including Thursday, Dec. 3, “The Santa Claus” will be
“Hark the Herald Angels shown at 6 p.m. followed by “Fred Claus” at 8
Sing,” “Joy to the World,” p.m. Admission is $2 per person and includes
“White Christmas” and a popcorn and a drink.
Christmas favorites sing- On Thursday, Dec. 3, from 6 to 9 p.m., there will
along among many others. be ice skating in the Coulter parking lot. Admis-
Jeffrey Pollock will con- sion cost is $2 for children and $4 for adults. Also
duct and soprano Rozlyn on Dec. 3 will be horse-drawn carriage rides for
Sorrell will perform. The annual tree lighting ceremony is set for Friday, Nov. 27, at 7 p.m. on the square in down-
$2 per person.
Prior to the show, sym- town Franklin.
Greet the holidays with a concert from the North Carolina Symphony on Friday, Dec. 11, at A free showing of “This Christmas” is on Fri-
phony members will host Western Carolina University. day, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. on the UC lawn. ioned holiday atmosphere during Luminaries will line Main Street,
an “instrument zoo” in the Window Wonderland. On Dec. 4, and creating the soft glow which makes
FAPAC lobby, where children ages 5 and older can films, performed by the Paragon Ragtime Orchestra, Dec. 11, from 5-8 p.m. Window Won- the evening so magical. There will be
learn about a mix of instruments including the clar- on Sunday, Jan. 31; and Tom Mullica’s tribute to Red derland will take Franklin back in vintage horse-drawn carriage rides
inet, flute, trumpet, trombone, French horn, violin and Skelton, on Sunday, Feb. 14. time as “windows come alive” with and children of all ages can meet
viola. The zoo will also feature Cherokee instruments. Symphony tickets cost $25 for the general public; $20 living scenes from Franklin’s past. Santa Claus at the Macon County His-
“These are among the finest musicians in North Car- for WCU faculty and staff and people 60 years and Franklin businesses will be open to torical Museum on Main Street.
olina,” said Paul Lormand, FAPAC director. “This is older; and $5 for students ages 5 and older. Santa. This special mailbox will be there’s no Christmas like a mountain warmly greet visitors with hot choco- Highlands Road will be illuminated
an opportunity for people in our communities to expe- To purchase tickets, visit the FAPAC box office or call available Thanksgiving weekend in Christmas in Franklin, North Car- late, hot cider, cookies, or other re- with Christmas lights and restaurants
rience symphonic music from these wonderful, pro- the box office at (828) 227-2479 for Visa and Master- front of the new Franklin Town Hall olina. freshments reminiscent of the will be open for patrons. Window
fessional musicians without having to drive a great Card orders. To order online, go to location. Each letter is personally an- season. Strolling carolers will enter- Wonderland is a family event with
distance.” www.ticketreturn.com and select “need tickets” on the swered by Santa himself, so be sure to Window Wonderland tain shoppers with seasonal music something for all ages. Step into the
The holiday pops concert is the sixth installment of left-hand side. Select the “arts & entertainment” tab, include a return address. The first two Fridays following the and contribute to the holiday atmos- past and experience an old-fashioned
the Galaxy of Stars 2009-10 season. Next up are “The and then find “FAPAC events” under the “Western On the Saturday after Thanksgiv- Thanksgiving weekend, Franklin will phere as well as other entertainment Christmas in Franklin. It promises to
Clown Princes,” scenes and music from classic silent Carolina University” heading. ing, bring your young one to Cookies again be transformed into an old-fash- throughout town. be an evening to remember.

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Annual Mistletoe Magic Art and Craft Show Thanksgiving weekend Christmas events in Rabun County, Northeast Georgia
One of the area’s most popular baskets to folkart, ironwork, can- Friday, Nov. 27 Sunday, Dec. 6
ways to entertain family and dles, soaps, clothing and children’s — Christmas in Downtown Clayton, Ga. Join in an — The 18th annual Christmas Tour of Homes, spon-
friends during the Thanksgiving toys, just to name a few. old-fashioned Christmas tradition for the entire family. sored by the Rabun County Board of Realtors, begins at
holiday weekend is to visit the During the show, the Cowee Come shop downtown Clayton in the evening and 11 a.m. and continues to 4 p.m. The homes and business
Annual Mistletoe Magic Holiday Quilters will display some very old enjoy getting in the spirit of Christmas on Friday, Nov. on the tour are located in the south end of the county in
Art and Craft Show. The hand- and beautiful quilts throughout the 27 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. The night of fun includes a Lakemont. Proceeds from ticket sales and auctioned
made juried products of 70 of the building and will also be selling visit with Santa Claus, caroling, music and luminaries. items go to the Rabun United Christmas Fund, which
areas most talented artisans will tickets for a beautiful handmade Merchants will offer special sales, door prizes and free helps the less fortunate in the county. For more informa-
be featured along with strolling quilt which will be raffled at 3 p.m. refreshments. tion, call (706)782-7751.
musicians and carolers; Mr. and on Saturday.
Mrs. Santa Claus and their elves; So mark your calendars for Fri- Friday, Dec. 4 Saturday, Dec. 12
great food by Main Street Pizze- day and Saturday, Nov. 27 and 28, — The Holiday Shopping Extravaganza and Festival — The Rabun County Christmas Parade will begin at
ria and more than 80 free, hand- and bring your family and friends of Trees will be at the Rabun County Civic Center on 5 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Clayton, Ga. This
crafted door prizes which will be to this year’s Mistletoe Magic Holi- Dec. 4 and Dec. 5. The center is located on W. Savannah year’s theme is “Christmas in the Mountains.” The pa-
given away. day Art & Craft Show, the perfect Street in downtown Clayton, Ga. Find gifts for every- rade route begins on South Main Street and winds
This festive event will be held place to begin your Christmas one on your list, even the hard to buy for. Buy from a se- through historic downtown Clayton before ending at
in Franklin, at the Macon County shopping and get in the holiday lection of kitchen items, jewelry, candles, handmade Ramey Boulevard. Emcees Kathy Blalock and Ron Bar-
Community Building on 441 spirit. It’s a great time to take ad- crafts, pottery, home den, along with four
South, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on vantage of being able to shop lo- accessories and cro- judges, will be at the
Friday and l0 a.m. to 4 p.m. on cally, while supporting the local chet items. Conces- grandstands in front Kids and parades go together like Santa Claus and Christmas.
Saturday, Nov. 27 and 28. economy and buying a unique gift Lola Swimmer of Whittier “paints with feathers.” sions will be of the Rock House parade will begin at 5 p.m. at the intersection of Wash-
Excitement abounds already in
provided and you Park, where the ington Street and West Llewellyn Streets in Clarkesville.
anticipation about this annual
can enter to win awards will be given From that point, the parade will follow Washington
event. Christmas trees will be
door prizes. Christ- out. Rabun Youth, a Street and end on the Square. Parade entries will be
donned in festive decor and all of
mas trees beauti- local after school pro- judged and winners will be announced on Monday, Dec.
the 70 booths along with the en-
fully decorated by gram, will have sev- 7. Following the parade will be a lighting of the Christ-
tire building will be seasonally
local merchants will eral concessions set up mas Tree, carolers and downtown shopping. Santa Claus
decorated. Festive quilts will be Suzi Olivio’s specialty is handmade soaps.
be auctioned off to along the route, selling will be available for visits and photos in the Historic
hung throughout, while carolers
able from Main Street Pizzeria. Visitors benefit FAITH hot and cold bever- Mauldin House located at 458 Jefferson Street. For more
stroll along the aisles setting the tone
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make sure no one is left out, Santa and
Artists and craftsmen will exhibit charity. Children note to Macon County Towns County, Ga.
Mrs. Claus along with some of their
throughout the entire community and pets can also residents, the Franklin It's that time of year again. Christmas will be here be-
elves will be present to visit with the
building. who will provide very af- have their pictures High School March- fore we know it and that means the Sheriff's Christmas
children and pose for pictures. The
fordable and uniquely handmade taken with Santa. ing Panther Regiment Parade, "A Georgia Mountain Christmas," to benefit the
show is a perfect opportunity to begin
treasures. Everything from artwork, — “Celebrate will participate in the Sheriff's Empty Stocking Fund for underprivileged and
Christmas shopping. After you “shop
woodwork, pottery, stained glass and Christmas” in Tallu- Clayton parade. For needy children in the community. The parade is at 5:30
until you drop,” lunch will be avail-
lah Falls at the Town Hall on Main Street, Friday at 6 more information, call the Rabun chamber at (706)782- p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28. The route will begin in the top
p.m. Bring a dish to share, Christmas carols around a 4812. parking lots of the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, and
bonfire, visit with Santa Claus and watch the lighting line up will begin at 4 p.m. The sheriff's office is asking
of the floating tree on Tallulah Lake. Saturday, Dec. 19 for each entry to bring a new unwrapped toy for the
— The Dillard Lighting of the Tree and Festivities will — “Because it’s Christmas,” hosted by the Georgia Empty Stocking Toy Drive. All parade entries must be
be held at 6 p.m. on the fairgrounds at Dillard City Hall Mountain Laurel magazine, is a celebration of art and well lit. Children under the age of 18 need to be super-
in Dillard, Ga. Bring your families and enjoy Christmas music to benefit Richard’s Kids, a nonprofit organiza- vised by an adult. For more information, call (706)896-
Shoppers of the Mistletoe Magic Craft Show will find all kinds of unique handcrafted items to festivities in Dillard. Lighting of the community Christ- tion which brings toys to less fortunate children in the 4444.
keep or give away as gifts. mas Tree, food and refreshments, and Santa will make county. The event is at the
an appearance for the kids. Bring cameras and mingle Rearden Theater, Rabun
Sylva Christmas parade December 5 Recipes will also be provided (and available for a while. Horse-drawn sleigh rides will be available Gap- Nacoochee School in
Sylva’s Christmas parade is set for Saturday,
Dec. 5, at 3:30 p.m. Our theme this year is “A Sto-
rybook Christmas.” Applications are online at
at other Inns) by Morningside B&B and The
Lodge on Mirror Lake, although not on the tour.
Non-Inn contributing restaurants include: On the
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A second Holiday Innkeepers Tour is now
being planned. This time Highlands inns, hotels
and B&Bs will be fully decorated for the holidays.
Each inn will have a treat with a corresponding
• REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED • recipe card. The more inns visited, the more
cards visitors will receive, finishing with a Holi-
828-349-9972 day Innkeeper’s Cookbook. Many of the inns will
also have holiday recipe cards from restaurants
1281 Georgia Road • Franklin, NC • Located in the Whistle Stop Mall too, rounding off the cookbook to represent all
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The Holiday Innkeepers Tour is on Dec. 12,
Happy Holidays
from 1 to 6 p.m. Participating Inns include: 4 ½
Street Inn; Chandler Inn; Colonial Pines Inn B&B;
Fire Mountain; Hampton Inn; Highlands House
B&B; Highlands Inn; Highlands Suite Hotel; Inn
from at Half Mile Farm; Main Street Inn; Mitchell’s
Lodge & Cottages; Mountain High Lodge; and Old
Edwards Inn & Spa.
Saturday, Dec. 5
Rabun Gap, Ga. Music will
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ent the musical comedy “Nuncrackers,” a sequel to event. The parade takes
Campus.
A second performance will be held on Thurs- “Nunsense.” The play, a nostalgic look at growing up place on December 5 at 5
day, Dec. 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the Cecil Groves Catholic in Hoboken, N.J., will surely make you laugh. p.m. This year's theme is
Center on SCC’s Macon Campus in Franklin. The play is presented as the first TV special taped in the
Both programs are free and open to the pub- Cable Access Studio built by Reverend Mother in the
‘Twas the Night Before
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The program will feature traditional and pop-
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soloists from the chorale. Accompanist Annie
ented students. Featuring all new songs including Clement C. Moore poem,
Artist/Craftsman
Harlow will also perform on the dulcimer with “Twelve Days Prior to Christmas,” “Santa Ain’'t Com- the theme may be inter-
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Playhouse is located in the old Dillard School in Dillard,
Ga., next to the famous Dillard House restaurant. For
more information, call Sue at (706)782-0343.
gifts, caroling, etc. Santa
will make a special appear-
ance in the final float. The (828) 349-4505 • Open M-Sat. • 9788 Georgia Road • Otto, NC 28763
20 The Macon County News — Christmas Gift Guide 2009 Wednesday, November 25, 2009 Wednesday, November 25, 2009 Christmas Gift Guide 2009 — The Macon County News 5

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6 The Macon County News — Christmas Gift Guide 2009
Franklin
Holiday Calendar
November 27
Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
Ceremony on the Square in
Downtown Franklin - 7 p.m. -
Free cider, cookies and music.
Contact 828-524-2516.
November 27-28
4th Annual Mistletoe Magic
Arts & Craft Show; Macon
County Community Building.
70 of the areas most unique arti-
sans. 70 free handcrafted door
prizes, live music, Mr. & Mrs
Santa Claus, great food, baked
goods and a food drive for area
food banks. Call Laurie Keneipp
at (828)524-6630.
November 27-28
Mountain Artisans “Hard
Candy Christmas” Art & Craft
Show, WCU Ramsey Center,
Cullowhee, N.C. 10 a.m. to 5
p.m. daily. 100 of the area’s
finest craftsmen. For informa-
tion, call Doris Hunter at 828-
524-3405.
November 28
The Imperials Concert with The In-
spirations - The Smoky Mountain Cen-
ter for the Performing Arts.
www.GreatMountainMusic.com.
(828)524-1598.
Over the river
through the woods
Waynesville Cycle Center
18999 Great Smoky Mountain Expressway • Waynesville, NC
(828) 452-5831
Wednesday, November 25, 2009 Wednesday, November 25, 2009 Christmas Gift Guide 2009 — The Macon County News 19
Happy Holidays!!
December 1-3 Center for the Performing Arts. Con-
The Velveteen Rabbit - Smoky
Mountain Center for the Perform-
tact (828)524-1598.
www.GreatMountainMusic.com.
ing Arts. Contact (828)524-1598.
www.GreatMountainMusic.com December 8
FHS Band/Chorus Program, Smoky
December 4 & 11 Mountain Center for the Performing
Window Wonderland - The first Arts. Contact (828)524-1598.
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December 12
ebration on townhill in Franklin
The Brasstown Ringers. First United
features “living” window displays
of the season, carolers and other
sounds of the season, carriage
rides, refreshments and more. Con-
Methodist Church. 4 p.m. Contact
Linda Sterrett (828)371-8794.
December 12 & 19
Mountain Nature
Nature & Birding Supplies • Nature Books & Gifts
tact (828)524-2516. Smoky Mtn Shrine Club Turkey
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United Methodist
Gifts Inspired by Nature
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December 12
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for the hit song “The on regular priced
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Above, Window Wonderland — scheduled for Dec. 4 & 11
tain Center for the
Performing Arts.
Contact (828)524-
for Children 10% OFF Food Tastings • Webkinz
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November 29
Annual Franklin Christmas Parade -
December 18-21
The Gift of Christ- (828) 524-9290
Kenny G’s right off
441 N on Highlands Rd. (706) 782-0838 Friday, Saturday & Sunday
3 p.m. - Through the streets of down- mas. A musical cele- November 27, 28, & 29th
town Franklin. Call the Franklin bration of tradition
Chamber of Commerce for informa- and worship, cen- (828) 349-0890 •1281 Georgia Road #262•Franklin, NC
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December 6 love of family, friends and a baby born
Toys for Tots Dance, 2 to 5 p.m. to be the Savior of the world. Presented
Macon County Community Building. by members of local churches and
www.highmountainsquares.org.
(828)349-0905 or (828)349-4187.
choirs in association with the Smoky
Mountain Center for the Performing
December 6
Arts. Visit on the web at:
www.GreatMountainMusic.com or
contact (828)524-1598.
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