March 2007 Archives

After 30 years, the Smoky Mountain Jubilee has seen a lot of theaters in the area come and go. But they’re not going anywhere.
The theatre’s shows include a two-and-a-half hour production featuring country and gospel music sung by the Jubilee Quartet, clogging by the Smoky Mountain Sweethearts, and the comedy of Highpockets. Many of the artists have traveled and performed with some of the top musical artist in country and gospel music.

Dollywood’s Festival of Nations (March 31 - May 7, 2007)

Celebrate the pageantry of more than 250 international performers at Dollywood’s Festival of Nations, a multi-cultural spring festival. Musicians, dancers and artisans bring a world of entertainment to the Great Smoky Mountains.From Ireland to Russia to Zambia and Ecuador, enjoy all the festivities at this five-week event where the best of East Tennessee blends with spectacular international performances for an extravaganza like no other at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee!

The first 56 rides on Dollywood's new $17.5 million Mystery Mine roller coaster are up for grabs in an eBay auction starting March 20, 2007 at 11 a.m.
The winners can catch a ride on the Mystery Mine on Friday, April 13 during the grand opening festivities, attended by Dolly Parton.
Winners receive a seat on one of the first seven ride cars in Mystery Mine's first cycle, plus a limited edition commemorative package that includes:

The 57th Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage set for April 23 through 29, is truly an experience that offers something for everyone.
The Pilgrimage provides events that range from wildflowers, wildlife, and human history walks, to motorcades, photographic tours, and indoor seminars. The walks go from moderately easy to very strenuous hikes, with the longest being 16 miles. The majority of hikes are less than a mile, and the many indoor activities at Mills Conference Center in Gatlinburg include seminars, presentations during the day and special presentations in the evenings.

Everyone is invited to attend the St. Patrick’s Day Dinner on Friday, March 16th from 5-7 p.m. at the Fort Sanders Sevier Senior Center (1220 W. Main Street) in Sevierville, Tennessee. The meal is sponsored by the Smoky Mountain Cancer Support Group, and all proceeds benefit their Relay for Life Team.

We would like to give a special “Thank You” to all the visitors that took the time to answer our questionnaire.

We love the Smokies. I am originally from Tennessee, so I enjoy every time I am able to get back to Tennessee for a visit. Our favorite show in Pigeon Forge is seeing Eddie Miles at the Country Tonite Theatre. We go as often as we can and see his show. Eddie is a great entertainer. We first saw him many years ago at Memories Theatre. He does a great salute to Elvis as well as to country artist, too. Once you see him perform you are hooked. He loves his audiences and makes you feel like you are so special. He is the BEST!!!
Dianne

Make plans now for the 13th Annual A Mountain Quiltfest™ in Pigeon Forge , Tennessee ! Drawing more than 20,000 quilting enthusiasts each year to the Great Smoky Mountains, A Mountain Quiltfest welcomes the best quilters and crafters to Eastern Tennessee to compete in the multi-category quilt show. Learn from the world's top quilters teaching more than 60 instructional sessions and master classes for quilters of all levels, beginning March 14-18, 2007.

Some legendary names in country music will help the North American Country Music Associations International celebrate its 10th anniversary during Hall of Fame Week in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee March 5th – 11th.

The Hall of Fame dedication and show will be held on March 8, and the event will be featured at Country Tonite Theatre, with country music legends and Hall of Fame members such as John Conlee, Jeannie Seely, Jim Ed Brown, Stonewall Jackson, and Helen Cornelius. They will all be on hand to perform.

March 1-3 marks the 33rd Winter Carnival of Magic in Pigeon Forge! Prepare to witness amazing feats of illusion and dazzling stage and cabaret performances from the most elite magicians of the day.

Winter Carnival takes place at Country Tonite Theatre and offers two magical shows on March 2nd and 3rd. The event is sponsored by Ring 58, the East Tennessee chapter of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. The select brotherhood is comprised of magicians from all over the world, including the five featured magicians in the line up this year.