Chattooga Chamber To Host Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon In Summerville

The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community to celebrate Administrative Professionals Day with a special luncheon honoring local office and support staff.

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Ducky Derby Returns To Summerville With Races, Vendors, And Family Fun

A popular community tradition is making its return to downtown Summerville as the Ducky Derby is set for Saturday, May 9.

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Chattooga Chamber To Host Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon April 22

The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce will host a special Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon on April 22 to honor the hard work and dedication of administrative professionals across the community.

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Pink Houses Tribute Band Headlines Summerville Friday Night Concert Series April 24

The City of Summerville is inviting the community out for another night of live music as the Friday Night Concert Series continues on April 24.

The featured performance will be Pink Houses, a John Mellencamp tribute band, taking the stage from 7:30 to 9:30 PM in the East Washington Street Entertainment District. An opening local act will begin at 7 PM.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of great music in downtown Summerville. The event is sponsored by the City of Summerville Main Street.

SMS FFA Plant Sale Set For April 15–18 In Summerville

Garden season is right around the corner, and Summerville Middle School’s FFA program is getting ready to help the community grow with its annual plant sale.

The SMS FFA Plant Sale will take place April 15 through April 17 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. each day, with a special Saturday sale on April 18 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.

The sale will be held at the Summerville Middle School greenhouse, located at 200 Middle School Road.

Shoppers will find a wide variety of plants, including hanging baskets, petunias, succulents, herbs, ferns, and spider plants, along with a large selection of vegetables like tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, peppers, and melons.

Prices range from $1 plants and herbs to $15 hanging baskets, with bundle deals available on several items.

Organizers say the event is a great opportunity to support local students while picking up plants for spring gardens, landscaping, and outdoor spaces.

Leadership Chattooga Student Edition Graduation Luncheon Set For April 1

The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce will hold its Leadership Chattooga Student Edition Graduation Luncheon on Wednesday, April 1.

For April, the Chamber’s regular luncheon meeting is being moved to Wednesday to celebrate the student graduation event. The public is invited to attend the catered lunch, but seating is limited and reservations are required.

Reservations must be made by 5 p.m. on Monday, March 30. See the Chattooga Chamber website or Facebook page for more information about reservations.

The luncheon will be held from 12 noon until 1 p.m. at the Hurley Community Development Center, located at 10050 Commerce Street in Summerville.

Summerville Friday Night Concert Series Returns with Free Live Music

The Summerville Natural Gas Friday Night Concert Series is set to return this spring and summer, bringing free live music to downtown Summerville’s East Washington Street Entertainment District.

The concert lineup kicks off April 24 at 7 p.m. with Pink Houses, followed by the 1st Generation Band on May 15, and Strictly Skynyrd on June 19. Each performance will begin at 7 p.m. on the outdoor stage, offering a mix of classic rock, soul, and Southern favorites for music fans of all ages.

Hosted in the heart of downtown and sponsored by Summerville Main Street, the series is designed to bring the community together for evenings of entertainment, food, and local shopping. Organizers encourage residents and visitors to come out, enjoy the atmosphere, and support local businesses during each event.

Speak Life Support Group to Host March Meeting in Summerville

Families and individuals in Chattooga County affected by special needs have a place to gather, connect, and encourage one another through Speak Life, a local support group led by parents of a child with special needs.

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Summerville Seeking Food Vendors For 2026 Celebrate Independence Festival

The City of Summerville is now accepting applications for food vendors for the 2026 Celebrate Independence Festival and Fireworks.

The annual event will be held Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

City officials say the food vendor application is now available online through the Summerville Parks and Recreation website and will remain open through April 10.

Vendors selected to participate will be notified on April 17. The cost for a 15-by-15 vendor space is $75, and the fee must be paid by June 1.

The Celebrate Independence Festival is one of the community’s biggest summer events, featuring food vendors, family activities, and fireworks.

More information and vendor applications are available at www.summervillerec.org.

Summerville to Hold Public Listening Session Today on Support for Youth With Special Needs

Happening today, the City of Summerville will hold a public listening session to gather community input on ideas and services that can better support youth with special needs and their families.

The meeting is set for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 6 p.m. at The Depot on East Washington Street.

City officials say the goal is to hear directly from residents about the needs, resources, and programs that could make a difference for local families.

The public is encouraged to attend and share input.