Free New Business Tax Workshop on January 7, 2026
FREE WEBINAR FOR NEW BUSINESSES JANUARY 7
NASHVILLE – Attention, new business owners!
Join the Department of Revenue on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. Central time for a free webinar designed for new businesses.
Participants will learn about state tax obligations for new businesses in Tennessee, as well as other resources that may assist their businesses. Each new business webinar, offered quarterly, covers topics such as tax registration, sales and use tax, business tax, franchise and excise taxes, and how to get help from the Department of Revenue and other relevant state agencies.
Register for the January 7 webinar.
The Department of Revenue is responsible for administering state tax laws and motor vehicle title and registration laws, as well as collecting taxes and fees associated with these laws. The department collects about 87 percent of total state revenue. During the 2025 fiscal year, it collected more than $21 billion in state taxes and fees, as well as more than $5 billion in taxes and fees for local governments. To learn more about the department, visit www.tn.gov/revenue.
Christmas in the Caverns
Event Details
• Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
• Time: Doors at 6:00 PM CT | Concert at 7:00 PM CT
• Location: The Caverns, Pelham, TN
• Admission: Free for South Cumberland residents with advance RSVP (starting October 15, limited seating).
This December, the Sewanee Symphony Orchestra is joining with The Caverns and the South Cumberland Community Fund to bring something truly special to our community: Christmas in The Caverns: Symphony & Sing-Off on Friday, December 5, 2025.
This one-of-a-kind holiday concert will take place deep underground in The Caverns’ world-renowned venue, where the orchestra will bring festive music to life in a breathtaking setting. Adding to the magic, the evening will feature a regional Sing-Off competition, giving local singers the extraordinary opportunity to perform live with the Symphony.
We’re especially excited about the Sing-Off, because it opens the door for singers of all ages to be part of this event. Auditions are open now through September 15. To apply, singers just need to share two recordings of themselves singing (MP3, or a YouTube link), including one of the songs we’ll perform together: “Santa Baby,” “Santa Dear,” or “It Wouldn’t Be Christmas Without You.” Finalists will sing with the Sewanee Symphony Orchestra on December 5 and compete for prizes like cash awards, tickets, and more.
Coalmont: Coal Creek Cemetery Wreaths Across America
Dec 13 Coal Creek Cemetery Wreaths Across America Coal Creek Cemetery Noon
Christmas Market @ UT Education Center Saturday, December 13, 2025
Dec 12-13 Christmas Market @ UT Education CenterUT Education Center10am to 5pm
Christmas Market @ UT Education Center
Dec 12-13Christmas Market @ UT Education CenterUT Education Center10am to 5pm
Cookies & Carols @ Morton Memorial UMC
Morton Memorial UMC invites you to join us for Cookies and Carols on Tuesday, December 9th at 4:00pm. Come join us as we sing everyone's favorite Christmas Carols. Morton is located at 322 West Main Street in Monteagle and we will be singing in the Fellowship Hall.
Christmas at Beersheba ( Dec.9)
Make your Christmas season extra meaningful this year by attending Christmas at Beersheba! You and your church members are invited to join us for singing Carols and a Traditional Holiday Dinner followed by a Spirit-Filled Worship.
10 am Meet and greet in the Historic Hotel Lobby with hors d’oeuvres, followed by Christmas Carols & Games
Noon Christmas Dinner in the Dining Hall
1 pm Spirit-Filled Worship in the Chapel
Each day is programmed by a different church! We’ll share more information soon on each day’s host church.
Dec. 2nd –
Dec 4th –
Dec 8th –
Dec 9th –
https://www.beershebaassembly.org/event/christmas-at-beersheba/
Dangerous Drug Task Seminar for Parents, Educators, First Responders, and Community Members
TDDTF will make this vital information available to our larger community in order to spread awareness of growing drug trends. See the attached QR code to register, or email kim.litman@tbi.tn.gov to RSVP. The content and topics of this event are not for students/children and childcare will not be provided.
Christmas at Beersheba ( Dec.8)
Make your Christmas season extra meaningful this year by attending Christmas at Beersheba! You and your church members are invited to join us for singing Carols and a Traditional Holiday Dinner followed by a Spirit-Filled Worship.
10 am Meet and greet in the Historic Hotel Lobby with hors d’oeuvres, followed by Christmas Carols & Games
Noon Christmas Dinner in the Dining Hall
1 pm Spirit-Filled Worship in the Chapel
Each day is programmed by a different church! We’ll share more information soon on each day’s host church.
Dec. 2nd –
Dec 4th –
Dec 8th –
Dec 9th –
https://www.beershebaassembly.org/event/christmas-at-beersheba/
Artists’ Holiday Studio Tour | Sunday
Artists’ Holiday Studio Tour
The 2025 Artists’ Holiday Tour will be on Saturday, December 6 (10:00 AM–5:00 PM CST) and Sunday, December 7 (11:00 AM–4:00 PM CST) in Sewanee, Monteagle, Wartrace, and Bell Buckle.
During this festive weekend, visitors can explore studios and galleries featuring the work of local and regional artists in a wide variety of media, including textiles, sculpture, jewelry, pottery, painting, metalwork, and woodwork.
Sewanee stops include the studios of Judith Condon, Pippa Browne, Diane Getty, Ben Potter, Claire Reishman, and Merissa Tobler, along with the American Legion Hall, the Spencer Room at St. Andrew’s–Sewanee School, and Frame Gallery Gifts and Art.
In Monteagle, open studios and galleries include those of Cheryl Lankhaar, Jim ClenDening, Linda Kerlin, Terrie Ponder Watch, and The Gallery at Monteagle Assembly. In Bell Buckle, Sherri Warner Hunter will open her studio, and the Wartrace Emporium in nearby Wartrace will also participate. Light refreshments will be available at most locations.
More info and a map can be found here.
VOCTAVE: IT FEELS LIKE CHRISTMAS
VOCTAVE: IT FEELS LIKE CHRISTMAS
Saturday, December 6 • The Caverns • Grundy County, TN
Experience Voctave’s soaring harmonies underground at The Caverns, where world-renowned acoustics will make this magical holiday performance even more unforgettable.
This 11-member a cappella ensemble has racked up over 150 million social media views and wowed audiences with arrangements that span Disney classics to Broadway showstoppers. Their holiday spectacular It Feels Like Christmas features favorites from their chart-topping album and promises a joyful evening of music for the whole family.
As Jazz Weekly puts it: “Voctave bring a cappella music to a new dimension.”
Monteagle: Christmas Parade (line up at 2:30 pm)
Monteagle: 12/6 (line up at 2:30 pm) 3:30 pm Christmas Parade
Artists’ Holiday Studio Tour
Artists’ Holiday Studio Tour
The 2025 Artists’ Holiday Tour will be on Saturday, December 6 (10:00 AM–5:00 PM CST) and Sunday, December 7 (11:00 AM–4:00 PM CST) in Sewanee, Monteagle, Wartrace, and Bell Buckle.
During this festive weekend, visitors can explore studios and galleries featuring the work of local and regional artists in a wide variety of media, including textiles, sculpture, jewelry, pottery, painting, metalwork, and woodwork.
Sewanee stops include the studios of Judith Condon, Pippa Browne, Diane Getty, Ben Potter, Claire Reishman, and Merissa Tobler, along with the American Legion Hall, the Spencer Room at St. Andrew’s–Sewanee School, and Frame Gallery Gifts and Art.
In Monteagle, open studios and galleries include those of Cheryl Lankhaar, Jim ClenDening, Linda Kerlin, Terrie Ponder Watch, and The Gallery at Monteagle Assembly. In Bell Buckle, Sherri Warner Hunter will open her studio, and the Wartrace Emporium in nearby Wartrace will also participate. Light refreshments will be available at most locations.
More info and a map can be found here.
Monteagle Christmas Bazaar @ Town Hall
Monteagle Christmas Bazaar will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Monteagle City Hall.
A Very Special Christmas
Event: A Very Special Christmas
Date: December 5th
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: 1433 Main St., Altamont, TN 37301
Hosted by: Tennessee South Cumberland Chamber of Commerce & GRACE (Grundy Recovery Alliance Community Endeavor)
Details:
Designed for special children in the community
Time with Santa and helpers
Photos with Santa & each child receives a gift
Games & activities in Santa’s workshop
Activities include:
• Pin the nose on the snowman
• Throw the cookie in Santa’s mouth
• Reindeer food
• Goodie bag, etc.
Facebook: Tennessee South Cumberland Chamber of Commerce
Christmas Tree Lighting @ Angel Park
Join us Friday afternoon at Angel Park for the Village Christmas Tree Lighting, complete with a performance by the St. Mark & St. Paul Children’s Choir and a visit with Santa. Bring an unwrapped toy for Operation Noel or canned goods for CAC to spread holiday cheer!
Altamont: 12/5 1-4 pm Santa at the courthouse
Altamont: 12/5 1-4 pm Santa at the courthouse
Christmas at Beersheba
Make your Christmas season extra meaningful this year by attending Christmas at Beersheba! You and your church members are invited to join us for singing Carols and a Traditional Holiday Dinner followed by a Spirit-Filled Worship.
10 am Meet and greet in the Historic Hotel Lobby with hors d’oeuvres, followed by Christmas Carols & Games
Noon Christmas Dinner in the Dining Hall
1 pm Spirit-Filled Worship in the Chapel
Each day is programmed by a different church! We’ll share more information soon on each day’s host church.
Dec. 2nd –
Dec 4th –
Dec 8th –
Dec 9th –
https://www.beershebaassembly.org/event/christmas-at-beersheba/
The Monteagle Christmas Tree Trail return
located between Main Street and College Street.
GC Historical Society Festival of Trees
Festival of the Trees returns to the Grundy County Heritage Center!
From December 1–31, the Grundy County Heritage Center transforms into a dazzling holiday showcase filled with themed trees, wreaths, lights, and that small-town Christmas magic we all love.
This annual tradition brings together families, local organizations, and community storytellers to celebrate the season in a way that feels uniquely South Cumberland. If you’ve never been, this is the year to start a new December tradition.
Stop by, take in the glow, snap a few photos, and share your favorites with us!
Grundy County Heritage Center – Tracy City, TN
December 1–31
Admission is free, donations for the Historical Society appreciated