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November 02, 2026

Exhibitor Elaine Day

Come to the Townsend Visitor Center (7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy., Townsend) and enjoy forest...

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November 04, 2026

Grandma Gatewood’s Walk

This is a one of two storytelling Branch Out events for Smokies Life Park Keepers. Membership can...

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November 07, 2026

Grains and Grits Spirits Festival

Held at the Greater Smokies Event Grounds (7930 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, the Townsend...

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November 11, 2026

Exhibitor Deede Edele

Come to the Townsend Visitor Center (7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy., Townsend) and enjoy Black Bear...

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November 02, 2026

Exhibitor Elaine Day

Come to the Townsend Visitor Center (7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy., Townsend) and enjoy Black Bear...

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November 04, 2026

Grandma Gatewood’s Walk

Come to the Townsend Visitor Center (7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy., Townsend) and enjoy Black Bear...

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November 07, 2026

Grains and Grits Spirits Festival

Come to the Townsend Visitor Center (7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy., Townsend) and enjoy Black Bear...

Read More >
November 11, 2026

Exhibitor Deede Edele

Come to the Townsend Visitor Center (7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy., Townsend) and enjoy Black Bear...

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