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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T190000
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SUMMARY:Gems of the Past: Pam Hall Mathews presenting on the History of the Cherohala Skyway
DESCRIPTION:Gems of the Past\nDiscover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region!\nJoin us for an engaging lecture series exploring the stories\, people and events that shaped our area. Each month\, a new topic brings history to life in the historic Gem Theater. \nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/pam-mathews-history-of-the-cherohala-skyway/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN\, 37331\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260821T205024Z
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SUMMARY:35th Annual Cherokee Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join the Sequoyah Birthplace Museum for the 35th Annual Cherokee Fall Festival on September 12 and 13\, 2026\, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. This two-day festival offers visitors an opportunity to experience Cherokee culture and history through traditional arts and crafts\, Native American food\, music and dance\, living history demonstrations\, blacksmithing\, historic printing press demonstrations\, and a Civil War encampment and battle reenactment. Special entertainment will be provided by the Warrior Dancers of Ani-Kituhwa\, the official cultural ambassadors of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. The festival will be held at the Sequoyah Birthplace Museum\, 576 Highway 360 in Vonore\, Tennessee. Admission is $10 for adults\, $5 for ages 13–18\, and free for children 12 and under. A family rate of $25 is also available.
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/35th-annual-cherokee-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Sequoyah Birthplace Museum\, 576 Highway 360\, Vonore\, TN\, 37885\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T162425Z
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SUMMARY:Gems of the Past: Linda Caldwell presenting on the Old Line Railroad
DESCRIPTION:Gems of the Past\nDiscover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region!\n\nJoin us for the next installment of the Gems of the Past: Overhill Histories Lecture Series\, featuring Linda Caldwell presenting “Old Line Railroad.”\n\nThis featured lecture will explore the history of the Old Line Railroad and its place in the Tennessee Overhill’s story. The program will be held at the Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN. Doors open at 6:30 PM\, and the lecture begins at 7:00 PM. Admission is free.\n\nPresented by the Tennessee Overhill Heritage Association. For more information\, call (423) 263-7232.
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/gems-of-the-past-linda-caldwell-presenting-on-the-old-line-railroad/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN\, 37331\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260820T200112Z
CREATED:20260820T200112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T200112Z
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SUMMARY:Battle of Athens 80th Anniversary: Documentary & Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Tennessee Wesleyan University will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Athens with a special documentary presentation and lecture exploring one of the most significant events in Tennessee political history. \nUsing preserved oral histories\, archival film and photography\, newspaper accounts\, and newly digitized records\, the documentary examines the events leading to August 1\, 1946\, when local veterans and citizens challenged entrenched political corruption in McMinn County\, as well as the reforms that followed. \nThe program will also feature Steve Byrum\, author of The Battle of Athens\, first published in 1996 for the event’s 50th anniversary. Byrum will discuss his research and present footage from the documentary at Townsend Auditorium on the Tennessee Wesleyan University campus in Athens. \nThe event offers an opportunity to learn more about the Battle of Athens\, its place in local and state history\, and its continuing significance to discussions of elections\, civic responsibility\, and democratic participation.
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/battle-of-athens-80th-anniversary-documentary-lecture/
LOCATION:Tennessee Wesleyan University\, 204 E College St\, Athens\, TN\, 37303\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T203000
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SUMMARY:Railroad on Water: The Legend of the S.S. Badger\, a film by Drayton Blackgrove of Delay in Block Productions
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Gem Theater for a free screening of Railroad on Water: The Legend of the S.S. Badger\, a film by Drayton Blackgrove of Delay in Block Productions. The documentary follows the history and legacy of the S.S. Badger\, from its early years in Sturgeon Bay through decades of service as a coal-fired car ferry.\nThe screening will be held Friday\, August 21\, 2026\, doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the film begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue in Etowah. Admission is free.\nCome learn the story of a remarkable vessel and the people who kept it sailing.
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/railroad-on-water-the-legend-of-the-s-s-badger-a-film-by-drayton-blackgrove-of-delay-in-block-productions/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN\, 37331\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T210000
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SUMMARY:Gems of the Past: Hunter Raby presenting on the History of the Hildebrand House
DESCRIPTION:Gems of the Past\nDiscover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region!\nJoin us for an engaging lecture series exploring the stories\, people and events that shaped our area. Each month\, a new topic brings history to life in the historic Gem Theater. \nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/hunter-raby-history-of-the-hildbrand-house/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN\, 37331\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Tennessee Overhill":MAILTO:tennesseeoverhill@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T160000
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Battle of Athens Festival: 80th Anniversary Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Athens at the 6th Annual Battle of Athens Festival on Saturday\, August 1\, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Market Park in Athens\, Tennessee. The festival will explore the history and significance of the 1946 Battle of Athens through artifacts and memorabilia\, pop-up museum displays\, a historical photo slideshow\, and a question-and-answer session with historians. \nVisitors can also enjoy food trucks\, historical vendors\, commemorative T-shirts\, and door prizes. Three guided downtown walking tours will be offered at 9:00 a.m.\, 7:00 p.m.\, and 8:00 p.m.\, with the final tour scheduled as a sunset tour.
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/6th-annual-battle-of-athens-festival-80th-anniversary-commemoration/
LOCATION:Market Park\, 106 South Jackson Street\, Athens\, TN\, 37303\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260714T182810Z
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SUMMARY:Calhoun River Town Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Calhoun’s connection to the Hiwassee River during the River Town Festival on Saturday\, July 18\, 2026\, at the Hiwassee Blueway\, 101 Cherokee Crossing in Calhoun\, Tennessee. \nFestival activities include a Hiwassee River photo contest\, with entries due July 10\, and a fishing contest running from June 22 through July 12 for the largest catch between the Highway 411 and Highway 58 bridges. Events on July 18 begin with the Charity Duck Race at 9:00 a.m. at Saulpaw Dam. The Cardboard Boat Regatta and Downstream Rush Kayak Race begin at 10:00 a.m.\, followed by Make a Splash at 11:00 a.m. Pontoon boat rides will depart hourly from 11:00 a.m. through 3:00 p.m. \nHistorian Sheriff Joe Guy will lead Hidden Meadows tours at 10:00 a.m.\, noon\, and 2:00 p.m. Participants may launch their own kayak or canoe from the Hiwassee Blueway\, with a limited number of loaner boats available. The Downstream Rush Kayak Race runs from Hiwassee Acres to the Hiwassee Blueway and includes a $20 registration fee and a $500 prize. \nAt sunset on July 18 and 19\, participants can join Glow with the Flow\, an illuminated evening paddle from the Hiwassee Blueway. Participants should bring and decorate their own vessel\, although limited loaners will be available. Fireworks over the Hiwassee River will also take place at sunset on both evenings. \nAdvance registration is required for select activities and is available at Calhoun City Hall. Preregistered participants will receive a free T-shirt. Visit calhounrivertown.com for registration details and additional information.
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/calhoun-river-town-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Hiwassee Blueway\, 101 Cherokee Crossing\, Calhoun\, TN\, 37309\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T152447Z
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SUMMARY:Gems of the Past: Dr. Brett Riggs When the Revolution Came to Great Hiwassee
DESCRIPTION:Gems of the Past\nDiscover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region!\n\nJoin us for the Gems of the Past: Overhill Histories Lecture Series as Dr. Brett Riggs presents on When the Revolution Came to Great Hiwassee. This lecture will examine how the American Revolution affected the Hiwassee region and the communities who lived there.\n\nDoors open at 6:30 PM\, and the lecture begins at 7:00 PM. Admission is free.\n\nLocation: Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN.\n\nPresented by the Tennessee Overhill Heritage Association. For more information\, call (423) 263-7232.
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/gems-of-the-past-dr-brett-riggs-when-the-revolution-came-to-great-hiwassee/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN\, 37331\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705
DTSTAMP:20260619T155955Z
CREATED:20260619T151927Z
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SUMMARY:TENNESSEE OVERHILL INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS 2026
DESCRIPTION:McMinn/ Monroe & Polk Counties Confirmed 2026 Events\nMcMINN COUNTY\nEnglewood Celebrates \nJune 25 to June 28\, 2026 \nJune 25\, 6:00 PM | Englewood Alumni Banquet | Englewood First\nBaptist Church Family Life Center \nJune 26\, Dusk | Outdoor Movie Night\, “The Sandlot” | Church Street and Englewood Avenue \nJune 27\, Morning through Afternoon | 5K\, pancake breakfast\, antique car show\, live music\, and Little Miss June Days Pageant June 27\, 7:00 PM | Concert on Main | Downtown Englewood on the Square \nJune 28\, 6:00 PM | Community Church Service | In front of Englewood First Baptist Church \nAthens Buddy Liner America 250 Drone &Fireworks Show\nJuly 4 I Starts 4:30 PM I Concert 7:30 PM I Drone 9:30 PM I Fireworks after\nAthens Regional Park\n2405 Decatur Pike\, Athens\, TN \nEtowah’s Old Fashioned Fourth of July\nJuly 4 I 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM\nDowntown Etowah\, including the Etowah L&N Depot area\n72 7 Tennessee Ave. \nMONROE COUNTY\nTellico Plains Red\, White & Boom\nJune 27 I 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM\nHistoric Town Square\, Tellico Plains\, TN \n1776 5th Annual Celebration\nJuly 3 I 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM\nThe Porch at Tellico Plains KOA\n1225 Mecca Pike\, Tellico Plains\, TN \nSweetwater’s Independence Day Celebration\nJuly 4 I 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM I Parade 6:00 PM\nFireworks at dark Historic Downtown Sweetwater\n205 N Main St.\, Sweetwater\, TN \nMadisonville Celebrates America’s 250th\nJuly 4 I 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM\nHouston Park\, 298 Houston St.\, Madisonville\, TN \nPOLK COUNTY\nDucktown Miners Homecoming\nJune 27 I 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM programming listed\nDucktown\, TN \nRed\, White & Bluegrass on the Bridge\nJuly 2 I 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM\nHistoric Steel Bridge\, downtown McCaysville\, GA & Copperhill\, TN \nTwin Cities Independence Day Fireworks Celebration\nJuly 3 I Approx. 9:30 PM\nDowntown McCaysville\, GA & Copperhill\, TN \nGreat American Rodeo\nJuly 3 & 4 I 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM\nCopperhill Ballpark\, West Tennessee Ave.\, Copperhill\, TN \nTwin Cities Independence Day Parade\nJuly 4 I 1:00 PM\nDowntown McCaysville\, GA & Copperhill\, TN I Lineup on East Tennessee Ave. \nPolk County Fireworks Event\nSaturday\, July 11 I Events start 4:00 PM I Two River Boys 4:00 PM I Brett Wilcox 7:30 PM I Fireworks around 9:30 PM\nShowbarn\, Benton\, TN
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/tennessee-overhill-independence-day-celebrations-2026/
LOCATION:TN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T163235Z
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SUMMARY:Eric Hughey "Fort Loudoun"
DESCRIPTION:Gems of the Past\nDiscover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region!\nJoin us for an engaging lecture series exploring the stories\, people and events that shaped our area. Each month\, a new topic brings history to life in the historic Gem Theater. \nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/eric-hughey-fort-loudoun/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN\, 37331\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Tennessee Overhill":MAILTO:tennesseeoverhill@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T163322Z
CREATED:20260619T145650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T163322Z
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SUMMARY:Our American Story: Voices from Tennessee
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Nancy Cantrell Dender Gallery in Etowah for Our American Story: Voices from Tennessee\, a traveling exhibit from the Tennessee State Museum.\nThe exhibit will be on display June 18 through July 28\, 2026\, hosted by the Etowah Historical Commission and Tennessee Overhill Heritage Association.\nRegular viewing hours are Thursday\, Friday\, and Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The gallery will also be open on July 4. Additional special openings will be announced on Facebook. Individuals may also call Tennessee Overhill to schedule a private appointment. \nAdmission is free. \nLocation:\nNancy Cantrell Dender Gallery\n700 Tennessee Avenue\nEtowah\, TN 37331 \nThursday\, Friday & Saturday 1pm-7pm\nOpen July 4th \nAdditional special openings will be announced on Facebook
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/our-american-story-voices-from-tennessee/
LOCATION:Nancy Cantrell Dender Art Gallery\, 700 Tennessee Ave\, Etowah\, TN\, 37331\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T163306Z
CREATED:20260422T163103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T163306Z
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SUMMARY:Sheriff Joe Guy "The Battle of Athens"
DESCRIPTION:Gems of the Past\nDiscover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region!\nJoin us for an engaging lecture series exploring the stories\, people and events that shaped our area. Each month\, a new topic brings history to life in the historic Gem Theater. \nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/sheriff-joe-guy-the-battle-of-athens/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN\, 37331\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Tennessee Overhill":MAILTO:tennesseeoverhill@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T162849Z
CREATED:20260422T162542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T162849Z
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SUMMARY:Jim Swayne "The Old Federal Road"
DESCRIPTION:Gems of the Past\nDiscover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region!\nJoin us for an engaging lecture series exploring the stories\, people and events that shaped our area. Each month\, a new topic brings history to life in the historic Gem Theater. \nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://tennesseeoverhill.com/event/gems-of-the-past-the-old-federal-road/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 700 Tennessee Avenue\, Etowah\, TN\, 37331\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Tennessee Overhill":MAILTO:tennesseeoverhill@gmail.com
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