Lifestyles
Related Photos
Oktoberfest taps the keg Oct. 10
Preparations are under way by the Crossville Knights of Columbus for the 18th annual Oktoberfest. Reserve the dates of Oct. 10 and 11 for your dining, dancing and listening pleasure high atop the Cumberland Plateau, located at the Knights of Columbus Activity Park, 2892 Highway 70 East in Crossville (Exit 322 off I-40, south to Hwy. 70, then 1/3 mile east).
The festivities will kick off with the traditional tapping of the keg at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 10. The tapping of the keg this year will be done by the event Honorary Lord Mayor Josh Brandon from 102.5 WOW Country. Continuous music will then run immediately after through 9:30 p.m. On Saturday, Oct. 11, another day of fun, food, music and excitement begins at 11 a.m. and continues until 9:30 p.m.
Oktoberfest in Crossville has become an event that is anxiously awaited by many throughout Middle and East Tennessee. Oktoberfest in Crossville has been rated by many as the most authentic Oktoberfest they have attended.
So if you want to dance to the best German bands in the country, eat the best German food in the land, or just come out and watch the festivities, Oktoberfest in Crossville is the place to be rain or shine. All activities are under cover.
Admission tickets are $7 at the gate; advance tickets are $5, and can be purchased at both Cancun Mexican Restaurants, the Lace Place and Artist Corner in Crossville, the Fairfield Glade Community Center in Fairfield and Star Realty in Lake Tansi or by calling 707-7291 or e-mailing jguzek@citlink.net. Admission for children under 14 is free.
Additional information can also be found at www.crossvilleOktoberfest.com.
- Lifestyles
-
-
Competition grillers go whole hog
A group of barbecue cookers from Rosemark, TN, walked away with the grand champion prize in the first Crossville Wheels ‘n Squeals competitive barbecue event Saturday.
-
AROUND THE TOWN: So much to do, so much to see during August
The month of August starts on Sunday and that always means… lots of activities. Cumberland County basically goes into overdrive with the 127 Corridor Sale, back to school and the annual Cumberland County Fair.
-
Take a trip to the charming Hebbertsburg community
On Saturday, August 7, the Sounds of Country group will entertain at the Hebbertsburg Community Center and don't eat before coming, because you'll be able to get a delicious home-cooked spaghetti dinner with bread and a beverage, for only $5.
-
127 SENIORS: Center gearing up for 127 yard sale
The center's big fundraiser for the year is the 127 yard sale and help is needed to get the items displayed for the sale.
-
Meeting set for Korean War Vets Association
Wednesday, Aug. 11, at 1 p.m., at the Fairfield Glade Community & Conference Center is the next scheduled business meeting for Chapter #297, Korean War Veterans Association. All members are asked to make every effort to attend and welcome new Commander Chan Smith as he handles his first full meeting.
-
Fair Park helping seniors maintain healthy lifestyles
The focus at Fair Park this year is health and fitness! According to the American Heart Association, regular, moderate exercise enables seniors to enjoy and maintain a healthier lifestyle.
-
PLEASANT HILL RAMBLINGS: Find more than just mail at the post office in PH
What makes Pleasant Hill in Cumberland County different than the five other Pleasant Hills in the state of Tennessee? We have a zip code (38578) and a post office. We are also the only Pleasant Hill incorporated, which happened in 1903.
-
PLATEAU GARDENING: Japanese beetles can cause major damage to gardens this time of year
The Japanese beetle population typically fluctuates somewhat from year to year. Members attending the July Cumberland County Master Gardener meeting were asked whether the number of Japanese beetles sighted around Crossville in 2010 was more or less than seen last year. Those attending thought there were fewer this year.
-
Have ‘shrimp your way’ this Saturday
On July 31 the Elks Lodge will be featuring their famous "24 shrimp your way" dinner. The choices are scampi, fried or cocktail, any combination you like.
-
The Wright Call
- More Lifestyles Headlines
-
