November 2007 Archives

A shuttle service between Cherokee, N.C., and Gatlinburg that started in April 2006 is doing so well it is expected to expand its services to include a stop in Pigeon Forge starting in spring 2008.

The shuttle currently picks up passengers daily at traffic light three, in front of the Gatlinburg Welcome Center, from 9:30 to 10 a.m.; 2 to 2:30 p.m.; and 5:30 to 6 p.m. During summer, there is also an evening run for passengers going to the outdoor drama in Cherokee, and passengers are deposited and picked up at the theater. In winter, the service does not operate at night, but continues to run daily as long as Newfound Gap Road through Great Smoky Mountains National Park remains open.

Sevierville is first to kick off Smoky Mountain Winterfest with the annual “Music, Lights, and Magic” event on November 6, at the Municipal Complex. This event is free to the public and will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. featuring local dance troupes and choirs, free food, children’s games, fireworks and more.

This year’s event will include the all-new Enchanted Forest, a display of Christmas trees donated by area businesses to benefit local charities. The Enchanted Forest will be on display inside the Civic Center on November 6. Another new addition is a lighting display synchronized to music. This new display, which includes snowmen, large trees and music, will start after the traditional lighting countdown. Other event highlights include photo opportunities with Santa Claus.