Earlier this week, the City of Summerville announced the annual Christmas Parade.  Once again this year, the parade will be held the first Monday in December.  The theme for this year’s parade is “The Magic of Christmas”.  Businesses, civic groups and churches wishing to enter a float in this year’s parade should register with the Summerville Recreation Department.  The cost is $25 and registration can be done online at www.summervillerec.org

The Trion Boys Basketball team is hosting a Halloween Maze event on October 24th, 26th, and 31st at the Triangle / Sam R. McCain Stadium parking lot. The maze will be open from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, offering a fun and spooky experience for all ages with scare levels suitable for everyone. Entrance is $5, with food and snacks available for purchase. The event will benefit the Trion Boys Basketball team, helping them during the season. Don’t miss this chance to have Halloween fun and support the Trion Boys Basketball Team.

The Trion High School Band is excited to announce their annual Fill Your Freezer Fundraiser, offering an opportunity for local residents to support the band while also potentially stocking their freezers with high-quality beef. For just $20 a ticket, participants will receive two chances to win half of a Black Angus cow. With only 550 tickets available, the band encourages the community to act quickly to secure their chance. Tickets can be purchased from any band member. The drawing will take place on December 12th during the annual Christmas Concert. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support the Trion High School Band while also enjoying the chance to fill your freezer.

The Pregnancy Resource Center of Chattooga County is holding their annual Open House for the community on Thursday afternoon 4:00-6:00. The Center is located at 11564 Highway 27 (behind Little Caesar’s Pizza, next to the Boys & Girls Club). The Resource Center offers pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, parenting classes to pregnant women & young moms.

Mark your calendars! The Chattooga County Historical Society, in collaboration with the city of Summerville and Summerville Main Street, is thrilled to announce an exciting event: Living History Tours at the Summerville Cemetery, kicking off next Sunday, October 20th. The festivities will begin at the Historic Summerville Depot, where visitors can eagerly await the arrival of the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s steam passenger train. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore the Sequoyah Quilt Show, showcasing stunning quilts that reflect the rich heritage of the region. As part of the Living History Tours, participants will embark on an engaging journey through the Summerville Cemetery, where they will be introduced to some of the fascinating characters from Chattooga County’s storied past. The guided Living History Walk promises to bring history to life, shedding light on the remarkable individuals who once called this community home. The Chattooga County Historical Society will provide further details about the tours in the coming days, ensuring that history enthusiasts and newcomers alike will have all the information they need to participate in this unique experience. Don’t miss this chance to connect with Summerville’s rich history! Join us on October 20th for a memorable day of exploration and discovery.