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# Apple Valley Mountain Village

Shops & Restaurants in Townsend, TN

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- [Apple Valley Featured in the Chicago Tribune! Great Smoky solitude: How to escape the crowd at the most-visited national park in Townsend](https://applevalleystores.com/apple-valley-featured-in-the-chicago-tribune-great-smoky-solitude-how-to-escape-the-crowd-at-the-most-visited-national-park-in-townsend/) - Peaceful Side Social, Apple Valley Cafe and Dancing Bear Lodge were all featured in a Chicago Tribune article! Read it here. Read the Article
- [Give the Gift of the Peaceful Side This Holiday Season](https://applevalleystores.com/give-the-gift-of-the-peaceful-side-this-holiday-season/) - As you begin shopping and planning for this Holiday season, consider giving the gift of the Peaceful Side with an Oldham Hospitality gift card valid at all 7 of our PeacefulSide.com locations in Townsend, TN! Provide that special someone with a uniquely Townsend experience, and put the Peaceful Side of the Smokies in their pocket.
- [From 1992 to 2022 - It’s time for some change at Apple Valley!](https://applevalleystores.com/from-1992-to-2022-time-for-change-at-apple-valley/) - Apple Valley Mountain Village has been a fixture in Townsend since 1992, welcoming guests on the west side of town with our iconic big red barn roof. It’s hard to drive into Townsend and not pull into the familiar Apple Valley Mountain Village where visitors will find shopping, dining, and a peaceful place to relax
- [Making Coffee Better](https://applevalleystores.com/making-coffee-better/) - At the Dancing Bean Coffee House, we’re making a BIG difference with each little sip of our coffee. How? Keep reading to learn more about our mission to provide you with coffee you can feel good about drinking. The Dancing Bean Coffee House proudly serves Fair Trade Certified green coffee beans roasted fresh on-site in
- [Southern Living: Why The Smoky Mountains Are Known For Their Pancakes](https://applevalleystores.com/southern-living-why-the-smoky-mountains-are-known-for-their-pancakes/) - If it seems like there's a pancake house on every block, you're right. “Wow, is that another pancake house?” Each time new friends or family would come to visit me in my Smoky Mountain home, it wasn’t long before I’d hear this query. Their eyes would widen at the endless opportunities to eat pancakes along
- [Learn How to Make the Dancing Bean Pumpkin Spice Latte](https://applevalleystores.com/learn-how-to-make-the-dancing-bean-pumpkin-spice-latte/) - Pumpkin Spice S’more Latte Now that the Fall season is upon us, there’s no better way to enjoy a night outdoors than with roasting s’mores. However, if you can’t get outside, or if you prefer a caffeine kick by the fire, this is the recipe for you. Below our team of Bear-istas at The Dancing
- [Roamilicious — TOWNSEND, TENNESSEE – THE SIDE OF THE SMOKIES YOU’VE NEVER VISITED (BUT SHOULD)](https://applevalleystores.com/roamilicious-townsend-tennessee-the-side-of-the-smokies-youve-never-visited-but-should/) - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “This lovely spot in the heart of the Towsend in the Smokies is a wonderful pick me up after a hard day of hiking. You need to get the fish sandwich or barbecue sandwich and pair that with their signature Apple Pie Milkshake. The mac and cheese is totally worth the calories and you
- [Apple Valley Mountain Village is the ULTIMATE Christmas Shopping Destination on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies](https://applevalleystores.com/ultimate-christmas-shopping-destination/) - Holiday shopping can be a hassle, but what if you could get it done all in one place? At Apple Valley Mountain Village, you can do just that! From custom gifts, jewelry, and quilts at the General Store, to outdoor gear and apparel for the adventurer in your life at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center, Apple
- [Fried Apple Pies the Apple Valley Way!](https://applevalleystores.com/fried-apple-pies-the-apple-valley-way/) - You can’t visit Apple Valley Mountain Village without grabbing a few of our famous Fried Apple Pies - after all, they are what we are known for! Did you know each of our pies is handmade? And with over 50,000 sold each year, we can say we have perfected this art. Keep reading to learn
- [Coffee You Can Feel Good About](https://applevalleystores.com/coffee-you-can-feel-good-about/) - At the Dancing Bean Coffee House, we are proudly roasting Fair Trade coffee beans - but what does what mean to you? Keep reading to learn more about Fair Trade and how we’re working hard to make the world a better place. What is Fair Trade? According to FairTradeCertified.org, “Fair trade is a global movement
- [Our New Menu is a SMASH!](https://applevalleystores.com/our-new-menu-is-a-smash/) - Since 1992, Apple Valley Cafe has been a fixture in the Townsend, TN community, reliably serving up breakfast and lunch options locals and visitors love. After many years of featuring the same menu, our culinary team decided the Apple Valley Cafe menu needed a facelift and some improvements! Don’t worry…We kept your favorites like the
- [SQUEEZE Caroline…Meet our NEW Condiment Cow!](https://applevalleystores.com/squeeze-carolinemeet-our-new-condiment-cow/) - It all started with a TikTok… One day, while browsing TikTok for market research, our Marketing Manager Emma came across a video of a condiment dispenser that was like no other. She saw customers dispensing their condiments from a cow - that’s right, a cow! So her research began…And to her surprise, a simple search
- [Springtime in the Smokies is Truly Spectacular](https://applevalleystores.com/springtime-in-the-smokies-is-truly-spectacular/) - Spring in the Smokies is truly a spectacular sight. The great Smoky Mountains boasts a wet and humid climate, as well as a broad range in elevation, creating a haven for over 1600 species of flowering plants. Because of this diversity in plant life, visitors to the Great Smoky Mountains can enjoy different species of wildflowers
- [Anticipate the Adventure - The North Face Edition](https://applevalleystores.com/anticipate-adventure-north-face-edition/) - Learning to Layer for Fall and Winter Hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains featuring the North Face Collection The Great Smoky Mountains are one of the finest places in the world to see phenomenal Fall foliage and breathtaking views in the Winter. People travel from all over the world in October and November in hopes
- [The $7 Breakfast At This Down-Home Cafe In Tennessee Is Better Than Any Chain Restaurant](https://applevalleystores.com/the-7-breakfast-at-this-down-home-cafe-in-tennessee-is-better-than-any-chain-restaurant/) - Discover Breakfast Bliss at Apple Valley Mountain Village & Cafe If you’re craving a breakfast that beats the usual fast-food rut, point your car toward Townsend, Tennessee, and experience the rustic charm of Apple Valley Mountain Village & Cafe. From its iconic barn-style exterior nestled in the Smokies foothills to a cozy interior with exposed
- [Ready, Set, Grow! Join Us for Monthly Plant Prop & Swap at Dancing Bean Coffee House](https://applevalleystores.com/ready-set-grow-join-us-for-monthly-plant-prop-swap-at-dancing-bean-coffee-house/) - Calling all plant enthusiasts, garden gurus, and houseplant hobbyists! We’re thrilled to announce a collaboration between Dancing Bean Coffee House and the Tuckaleechee Garden Club to host a monthly Prop & Swap event right here in Townsend, TN. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting your plant journey, this is the perfect opportunity
- [Songwriter's Saturday at Apple Valley](https://applevalleystores.com/songwriters-saturday-at-apple-valley/) - "If you wrote a song, we want to hear it." Join us this September for Songwriter's Saturday! Each Saturday from 1-4 pm, local musician John Fee will host singers and songwriters as they take the stage to share their talent with all of Townsend! If you or someone you know has ever dreamed of performing
- [Labor Day Weekend Specials](https://applevalleystores.com/labor-day-weekend-specials/) - This Labor Day weekend, you're invited to join us for fantastic shopping specials in the General Store and the Home & Gifts Store! Home & Gifts Specials: Buy 1 Honey Butter, Get 1 Honey Butter 1/2 Price (Peach, Orange & Amaretto Flavors) DaVinci Jewelry: Buy 4 Charms, Get 1 Free Buy 7 Charms, Get Bracelet
- [Apple Valley Veterans Day Specials](https://applevalleystores.com/apple-valley-veterans-day-specials/) - Apple Valley Stores & Cafe will celebrate and honor veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces on Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11! As a token of our appreciation for their dedication and service, we invite all veterans to join us and enjoy special discounts and deals throughout the day, including: 10% Off all
- [Second Annual Charity Chili Challenge](https://applevalleystores.com/second-annual-charity-chili-challenge/) - Apple Valley Cafe Express, along with the Townsend/Cades Cove Gateway Alliance present: The Second Annual Charity Chili Challenge! Ticket Pricing*: Adults (10 and up): $12.00 Kids (9 and under): $6.00 *Includes chili samples and all the fixins. Proceeds go to the winning participants' charity of choice. Tickets can be purchased on Brown Paper Tickets or
- [Live Music Saturdays with John Fee](https://applevalleystores.com/live-music-saturdays-with-john-fee/) - Every Saturday through Labor Day, enjoy live music by John Fee at the Apple Valley Beer Garden. Relax on our Beer Garden Pavilion with a local Calfkiller draft beer, a vintage Coke, or one of our exclusive premium ice cream cones and sundaes. John Fee, raised in Harlan, KY, is as authentic as it gets
- [Live Music by John Fee on July 4th](https://applevalleystores.com/live-music-by-john-fee-on-july-4th/) - Join Us in the Beer Garden on July 4th! This coming July 4th, John Fee will be playing a special concert for the guests of Apple Valley Mountain Village in the Beer Garden of the Apple Valley Cafe from 12:30pm - 3:30pm. Raised in Harlan, Kentucky, John Fee is the son of a coal miner
- [Loop the Link Anniversary Weekend](https://applevalleystores.com/loop-the-link-anniversary-weekend/) - Apple Valley Mountain Village has a great event coming up, and we hope you’ll all plan to join us! Loop the Link Anniversary Weekend, November 8th-10th, will serve as a celebration of three very exciting anniversaries– 1-year anniversary of the completion of the Foothills Parkway and Missing Link, the 1-year anniversary of the Apply Valley
- [Apple Valley Grand Reopening Anniversary](https://applevalleystores.com/apple-valley-grand-reopening-anniversary/) - Join us on June 10th, from 8 am - 8 pm, as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary & the Grand Reopening of Apple Valley Cafe Express! You and the family are invited to join us for: Live music, featuring John Fee (1:00 - 4:00 pm) Cornhole, plus games for the kids provided by the Appalachian
- [Apple Valley Cafe Presents Barbecue Nights](https://applevalleystores.com/apple-valley-cafe-presents-barbecue-nights/) - Join us Every Saturday for Barbecue, Beer, and Live Music in Townsend! Every Saturday from 5-7pm in June and July, the Apple Valley Cafe is going to feature live music by Billie LaFollette as well as a barbecue plate special and draft beer specials. The barbecue plate includes home made barbecue, coleslaw, baked beans, and
- [Apple Valley Mountain Village Planning Open House Nov. 9-10](https://applevalleystores.com/apple-valley-mountain-village-planning-open-house-nov-9-10/) - Apple Valley Mountain Village Open House A special Open House event with food samples, door prizes, discounts on merchandise, and live entertainment is planned for Friday and Saturday, November 9th & 10th at the Apple Valley Mountain Village (formerly “Apple Valley Stores & Café”). We rebranded earlier this year as part of a campaign to

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- [Home](https://applevalleystores.com/) - Anticipating the Smoky Mountain Adventure Since 1992 WELCOME TO TOWNSEND, TN Located On The Peaceful Side Of the Smokies Explore the Mountain Village Anticipate Your Great AdventureAt The Apple Valley Mountain Village. Welcoming Visitors To The Peaceful Side Of The Smokies Since 1992! Shopping | Dining | Guided Adventures Cafe Order Online! Our
- [Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/cafe/) - If you’re craving great food and southern hospitality, Apple Valley Cafe is the answer! Featuring juicy burgers, beautiful salads, delicious pulled pork bbq and more.
- [Contact](https://applevalleystores.com/contact/) - Come visit us at 7138 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN 37882 or give us a call at (865) 448-1232.
- [Smoky Mountain Sasquatch](https://applevalleystores.com/sasquatch/) - About Us: Smoky Mountain Sasquatch celebrates the spirit of the Smokies with quality outdoor apparel and a playful nod to the legend of Bigfoot with unique souvenirs and gifts. Helping locals and travelers alike Prepare for the Wild— and maybe even spot the unexpected – located in the Apple Valley Mountain Village in beautiful Townsend,
- [Specials](https://applevalleystores.com/specials/) - Make your visit to Apple Valley Stores & Cafe in Townsend, TN even more exciting by taking advantage of these Smoky Mountain specials and coupons!
- [General Store](https://applevalleystores.com/general-store/) - Take a little piece of the great smoky mountains home for yourself or to share with someone special! Apple Valley’s General Store features unique gift items and souvenirs.
- [Blog & Press](https://applevalleystores.com/blog/) - Press & Blog What’s New at Apple Valley The $7 Breakfast At This Down-Home Cafe In Tennessee Is Better Than Any Chain Restaurant Discover Breakfast Bliss at Apple Valley Mountain Village & Cafe If you’re craving a breakfast that beats the usual fast-food rut, point your car toward Townsend, Tennessee, and experience the rustic charm
- [Privacy Policy](https://applevalleystores.com/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Data protection is a high priority for the management of Apple Valley Mountain Village. The use of the web pages of Apple Valley Mountain Village is possible without any indication of personal data; however, if a subject wants to use certain services of our website personal data could be collected. The processing of
- [Thanksgiving Pre-Orders](https://applevalleystores.com/thanksgiving-preorders/) - Thanksgiving Pre-Order Your Thanksgiving Meal Submit Your Pre-Order Frequently Asked Questions 🦃 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Order & Meal Details Q: What size are the Thanksgiving meals sold in? A: The meal is sold exclusively in batches designed to serve 10 people. We do not offer single-serving or custom batch sizes. Q: What type of
- [Join Our Team](https://applevalleystores.com/team/) - Join Our Team We Are Hiring! [contact-form-7 id="1406" title="Join Our Team"]
- [Gift Cards](https://applevalleystores.com/gift-cards/) - It’s always the right time to consider thoughtful gifts to family, friends, and co-workers. Send your loved ones an Apple Valley and Dancing Bear gift card.
- [Calendar of Events](https://applevalleystores.com/events/) - Village Events What's Happening at the Mountain Village Purchase Tickets [decm_event_display show_location="on" show_name="off" show_price="off" show_category="off" event_count="18" result_message="Please check back shortly as we add events to our calendar!" details_link_color="#B85120" details_icon_color="#3F352B" view_more_text="Read Event Info" button_align="on" button_make_fullwidth="on" show_pagination="on" _builder_version="4.16" _module_preset="default" title_level="h3" title_text_color="#B85120" duration_labels_text_color="#3F352B" callout_date_text_color="#B85120" results_message_text_align="center" custom_view_more="on" view_more_bg_color="#B85120" view_more_border_width="0px" view_more_icon="9||divi||400" hover_enabled="1" global_colors_info="{}" view_more_bg_color__hover_enabled="on|hover" view_more_bg_color__hover="#3F352B" view_more_bg_enable_color__hover="on" view_more_text_color__hover_enabled="on|hover" view_more_text_color__hover="#FFFFFF"][/decm_event_display]
- [Coffee House](https://applevalleystores.com/coffee/) - Dancing Bean is a must-stop place for all things coffee! We roast our own green coffee beans with the most consistent, controllable, and sustainable roaster in the world!
- [SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/smoc/) - Anticipate your Smoky Mountain adventure! Welcome to the Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center — Your one stop shop for the best outdoor brands and gear. 🥾
- [Shop](https://applevalleystores.com/shop/)

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## Products

- [Bean & Guild Artisan Workshop Series: Watercolor with Mary Kay Buckner](https://applevalleystores.com/product/bean-guild-artisan-workshop-series-watercolor-with-mary-kay-buckner/) - Join us at Dancing Bean Coffee House for a cozy afternoon of creativity and community! In this special Bean & the Guild event, Mary Kay Buckner of the Townsend Artisan Guild will guide you through the enchanting art of watercolor. Mary Kay, a retired art educator who rediscovered her passion for painting after moving to Walland, finds joy in capturing the beauty of everyday sights. She’ll share her techniques and tips to help you create stunning piece using watercolor, watercolor pencils, salt, and even plastic wrap. No experience? No problem! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, this class offers something for everyone. 🗓 Date: Thursday, November 20th ⏰ Time: 3 PM to 6 PM 📍 Location: Dancing Bean Coffee House, Townsend, TN 🎨 Cost: $40 per person (includes all supplies and one nonalcoholic beverage) Come sip coffee, make art, and embrace the magic of watercolor this season!
- [The Bean & Guild Artisan Workshop Series: Zentangle with Mollie Nicholson](https://applevalleystores.com/product/the-bean-guild-artisan-workshop-series-zentangle-with-mollie-nicholson/) - Thursday, April 24th | 3:00-5:00pm | The Dancing Bean Coffee House Class Description: Introduction to ZentangleJoin Townsend Artisan Guild member Mollie Nicholson for a relaxing, beginner-friendly exploration of Zentangle—a meditative art form that uses structured patterns to create beautiful, abstract designs. In this class, you’ll learn the basic techniques and principles behind Zentangle, discover how
- [Bean & Guild Artisan Workshop Series: Acrylic Painting with Carol King](https://applevalleystores.com/product/bean-guild-artisan-workshop-series-acrylic-painting-with-carol-king/) - March 20, 2025 from 3pm-6pm Participants will explore their creativity by painting a beautiful spring valley scene bursting with vibrant flowers. They will learn how to paint simple trees and fields of flowers while being guided to make the artwork uniquely their own. Although Carol generally paints with thinner layers, she will demonstrate various techniques
- [Bean & Guild Artisan Workshop Series: Acrylic Painting](https://applevalleystores.com/product/bean-guild-artisan-workshop-series-acrylic-painting/) - Join local artist Lyda Plemons as she teaches the structure of a white trillium using layered acrylic techniques. A native of East Tennessee, Lyda captures the beauty of Smoky Mountain landscapes and florals with soft, harmonious colors. Her award-winning work has been featured in exhibitions, magazines, and television, and she is passionate about sharing her love for
- [The Bean & the Guild Artisan Workshop Series: Exploring Watercolor](https://applevalleystores.com/product/the-bean-the-guild-artisan-workshop-series-exploring-watercolor/) - Join us at Dancing Bean Coffee House for a cozy afternoon of creativity and community! In this special Bean & the Guild event, Mary Kay Buckner of the Townsend Artisan Guild will guide you through the enchanting art of watercolor. Mary Kay, a retired art educator who rediscovered her passion for painting after moving to
- [SMOC Fall Foliage Tour](https://applevalleystores.com/product/smoc-fall-foliage-tour/) - Join Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center in partnership with Smoky Mountain Guides for a Fall Foliage Tour in the Smokies! When: Thursday, October 5th Time: 10am-2pm Pick Up and Drop Off Location: Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center 7138 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy. | Townsend, TN We travel past the Appalachian Trail and traverse the Crest of the
- [Artisan Workshop Series - Fused Glass](https://applevalleystores.com/product/artisan-workshop-series-fused-glass/) - We are excited to announce our next installment of the Bean & Guild class for 2023 coming Friday, October 20th from 3pm-5pm! Suzette McCauley, a local Townsend artist and member of the Townsend Artisan Guild, will be hosting a fused glass class where participants will cold fuse glass beads onto a glass blank following simple designs or
- [Artisan Workshop Series - Mixed Media](https://applevalleystores.com/product/artisan-workshop-series-mixed-media/) - We are excited to announce our next installment of the Bean & Guild class for 2023 coming Friday, August 18th from 3pm-5pm! Susan McCollum (@susan_mccollum_art), a local Townsend artist and member of the Townsend Artisan Guild, will be hosting a mixed media card class where participants will create cards like the ones in the featured photos.
- [Artisan Workshop Series - Gel Printing](https://applevalleystores.com/product/artisan-workshop-series-gel-printing/) - We are excited to announce our next installment of The Bean & The Guild! Carol Campbell, local Townsend artist, is a member of the Townsend Artist Guild and will instruct the art of gel printing. In this class, you will spend 3 hours creating your own “Dancing Bear”. You will use gel plates, hand cut
- [Artisan Workshop Series - Bead Weaving](https://applevalleystores.com/product/artisan-workshop-series-bead-weaving/) - We are excited to announce the FIRST Bean & Guild class for 2023 coming Friday, February 3rd from 4-6pm! This class will feature Sissy Caldwell, owner and designer of Featherbell's Fine Jewelry & Gifts. Sissy is a member of the Townsend Artisan Guild and will be teaching the art of bead weaving. In this class,
- [Artisan Workshop Series - Colored Pencil Art](https://applevalleystores.com/product/artisan-workshop-series-colored-pencil-art/) - We are excited to announce our 4th installment of The Bean & The Guild! This class will feature Lauren Kline, a professional portrait artist, and you will spend 2 hours learning the art of colored pencil drawing. Lauren’s love for animals and art come together to create wonderful masterpieces. In this class, you will learn

## Venues

- [7140 E. Lamar Alexander Pkway, Townsend, TN 37882](https://applevalleystores.com/venue/7140-e-lamar-alexander-pkway-townsend-tn-37882/)
- [Apple Valley Mountain Village](https://applevalleystores.com/venue/apple-valley-mountain-village/)
- [Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/venue/apple-valley-cafe/)
- [SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/venue/smoc/)
- [The Dancing Bean](https://applevalleystores.com/venue/the-dancing-bean/)

## Organizers

- [Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/organizer/apple-valley-cafe/)
- [Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center](https://applevalleystores.com/organizer/smoky-mountain-outdoor-center/)

## Events

- [Guided Hike & Lunch in the Smokies](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-hike-lunch-in-the-smokies-june-2023/) - Join us on June 22nd from 9am - 1pm for a HIke and Lunch led by our outdoor guide, Ryan McNutt! Ryan will shuttle you from SMOC to the trailhead, and then immerse your senses in nature while going on an easy beginner style hike through Anthony Creek After the hike you will enjoy a
- [Summer Reading Series - Guest Author Morgan Simmons "Singing Creek"](https://applevalleystores.com/event/story-time-in-the-reading-nook-2-2/) - Join us for an exciting summer reading series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center in Townsend, TN! Every Wednesday from May 31th to July 26th, we'll be featuring nature-themed books that are perfect for kids ages 0 - 8. After 5 out of the 9 events attended, participants will receive a complimentary adventure pack filled with
- [Summer Reading Series](https://applevalleystores.com/event/story-time-in-the-reading-nook-2/2023-05-31/) - Join us for an exciting summer reading series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center in Townsend, TN! Every Wednesday from May 31th to July 26th, we'll be featuring nature-themed books that are perfect for kids ages 0 - 8. After 5 out of the 9 events attended, participants will receive a complimentary adventure pack filled with
- [Live Music Saturdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/live-music-saturdays-3/) - Join us every Saturday in the Summer for Live Music on the Beer Garden patio at Apple Valley Cafe from 12::30pm to 3:30pm!
- [Live Music Saturdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/live-music-saturdays-2/) - Join us every Saturday in the Summer for Live Music on the Beer Garden patio at Apple Valley Cafe from 12::30pm to 3:30pm!
- [Book Signing + Meet and Greet with the Authors](https://applevalleystores.com/event/book-signing-meet-and-greet-with-the-authors/) - Join us at the Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center on September 14th from 1 pm - 4 pm for an exclusive book signing event with the authors of "George Masa: A Life Reimagined," Janet McCue and Paul Bonesteel. Dive into the fascinating life of George Masa, a trailblazing photographer whose work helped shape the preservation of the Great Smoky Mountains. This is a unique opportunity to meet the minds behind the book, get your copy signed, and discuss the legacy of a true Appalachian legend.
- [Find A Dot, Save A Lot - Red Dot Sale at SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/event/find-a-dot-save-a-lot-red-dot-sale-at-smoc/) - February just got more adventurous at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center! Our BIG Red Dot Sale is happening ALL month long. Find the Red Dot and save up to an awesome 40% off! Get unbeatable deals on top brands like Patagonia, The North Face, Kavu, Free Fly, Howler Bros, and LISVN. Whether you're gearing up for
- [The Bean & Guild Artisan Workshop Series: Acrylic Painting with Carol King](https://applevalleystores.com/event/the-bean-guild-artisan-workshop-series-acrylic-painting/) - Participants will explore their creativity by painting a beautiful spring valley scene bursting with vibrant flowers. They will learn how to paint simple trees and fields of flowers while being guided to make the artwork uniquely their own. Although Carol generally paints with thinner layers, she will demonstrate various techniques for adding texture, allowing each
- [The Bean & The Guild Artisan Workshop Series](https://applevalleystores.com/event/the-bean-the-guild-artisan-workshop-series-2/) - We are excited to announce the THIRD class in The Bean & The Guild Artisan Workshop Series. In this class, you will be weaving a Southern Long Leaf pine needle rim onto a prepared gourd. You’ll weave enough rows to understand the spiral stitch and how to attach beads. We’ll also weave in our loose
- [The Bean & The Guild Artisan Workshop Series](https://applevalleystores.com/event/the-bean-the-guild-artisan-workshop-series/) - We are excited to announce the SECOND class in The Bean & The Guild Artisan Workshop Series. This alcohol ink session features Mary Proffit. Alcohol ink is an amazing, fun, and vibrant form of art in which anyone can create a beautiful piece of artwork, no matter their art experience. The possibilities are endless...inking on tile,
- [The Bean & The Guild Artisan Workshop Series](https://applevalleystores.com/event/the-bean-the-guild-artisan-workshop-series-3/) - We are excited to announce our 4th installment of The Bean & The Guild! This class will feature Lauren Kline, a professional portrait artist, and you will spend 2 hours learning the art of colored pencil drawing. Lauren’s love for animals and art come together to create wonderful masterpieces. In this class, you will learn to draw a black bear (see example below) on a small square piece of paper (much like the bird in the photos below). Her pet, people, and wildlife portraits are all made of strictly high quality colored pencils on archival paper. From cats and dogs to birds and bears, her passion doesn't end there. Lauren also tutors other aspiring artists online. Her colored pencil membership allows you to learn all sorts of drawing skills from colored pencil basics to tricks you would have never thought of using. For this class, Lauren suggests bringing: - Set of any colored pencils eraser sharpener Lauren will be providing some extra pencils, erasers, and sharpeners just in case - but please come prepared! Your paper will already be cut and ready to use.
- [Sasquatch & Stories](https://applevalleystores.com/event/sasquatch-stories/) - Join us for Sasquatch & Stories, a free family-friendly event featuring a 30-minute storytime followed by songs — brought to you in partnership with our friends from the Blount County Friends of the Library.
- [Bean & Guild Artisan Workshop Series: Watercolor with Mary Kay Buckner](https://applevalleystores.com/event/bean-guild-artisan-workshop-series-watercolor-with-mary-kay-buckner/) - Join us at Dancing Bean Coffee House for a cozy afternoon of creativity and community! In this special Bean & the Guild event, Mary Kay Buckner of the Townsend Artisan Guild will guide you through the enchanting art of watercolor. Mary Kay, a retired art educator who rediscovered her passion for painting after moving to
- [Summer Reading Series at SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/event/summer-reading-series-at-smoc-2/2025-06-11/) - Storytime & Crafts with SMOC + Friends of the Library 11 AM · Select Wednesdays Starting June 11th Bring the little ones and join us at SMOC for a fun Summer experience in partnership with Blount County's Friends of the Library! Enjoy a 30-minute story followed by a hands-on craft activity—perfect for curious minds and
- [The Bean & Guild Artisan Worksop Series: Zentangle with Mollie Nicholson](https://applevalleystores.com/event/the-bean-guild-artisan-worksop-series-zentangle-with-mollie-nicholson/) - Thursday, April 24th | 3:00-5:00pm | The Dancing Bean Coffee House | $40pp (includes a nonalcoholic beverage of your choice) Class Description: Introduction to ZentangleJoin Townsend Artisan Guild member Mollie Nicholson for a relaxing, beginner-friendly exploration of Zentangle—a meditative art form that uses structured patterns to create beautiful, abstract designs. In this class, you’ll learn
- [The Bean & the Guild Artisan Workshop Series: Exploring Watercolor](https://applevalleystores.com/event/the-bean-the-guild-artisan-workshop-series-exploring-watercolor/) - Join us at Dancing Bean Coffee House for a cozy afternoon of creativity and community! In this special Bean & the Guild event, Mary Kay Buckner of the Townsend Artisan Guild will guide you through the enchanting art of watercolor. Mary Kay, a retired art educator who rediscovered her passion for painting after moving to
- [Monthly Prop + Swap with Tuckaleechee Garden Club](https://applevalleystores.com/event/monthly-prop-swap-with-tuckaleechee-garden-club/2025-01-07/) - Calling all plant lovers and green thumbs! We have teamed up with the Tuckaleechee Garden Club for a monthly Prop & Swap at the Dancing Bean Coffee House. When: First Tuesday of every month, 9:30AM-11AM Where: Dancing Bean Coffee House, Townsend, TN Here’s your chance to: Bring your plant propagations and swap them for new
- [Summer Reading Series at SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/event/summer-reading-series-at-smoc/2024-06-05/) - 11am Every Other Wednesday Starting June 5th! Collect stamps on your bookmark for each reading! Complete the series and enjoy Free Toppings on your ice cream at Peaceful Side Creamery! 10% off your book purchase! Each event will include a 30-minute story followed by a 30 minute activity. Register to get your Free Welcome
- [John Fee + Friends LIVE in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe!](https://applevalleystores.com/event/john-fee-friends-live-in-the-beer-garden-at-apple-valley-cafe/2024-05-25/) - Every Saturday! Starting May 25th 12:30-3:30
- [Bean & Guild Artisan Series - Fused Glass](https://applevalleystores.com/event/bean-guild-artisan-series-fused-glass/) - Friday, October 20th 3pm-5pm $45 per person We are excited to announce our next installment of the Bean & Guild class for 2023 coming Friday, October 20th from 3pm-5pm! Suzette McCauley, a local Townsend artist and member of the Townsend Artisan Guild, will be hosting a fused glass class where participants will cold fuse glass beads onto
- [SMOC Fall Foliage Tour](https://applevalleystores.com/event/smoc-fall-foliage-tour/) - Join Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center in partnership with Smoky Mountain Guides for a Fall Foliage Tour in the Smokies! When: Thursday, October 5th Time: 10am-2pm Pick Up and Drop Off Location: Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center 7138 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy. | Townsend, TN We travel past the Appalachian Trail and traverse the Crest of the
- [Front Porch Pint Night - Supporting Save Our Smokies, Inc.](https://applevalleystores.com/event/front-porch-pint-night-supporting-save-our-smokies-inc/) - Front Porch Pint Night: Supporting Local Nonprofits and Celebrating Community Join us after a session of SMOC Walks for a fun evening at our Front Porch Pint Night, where you can relax, socialize, and make a positive impact on the local community while sipping local craft beer and shopping outdoor essentials. This event is designed
- [Homeschoolers Reading & Activity](https://applevalleystores.com/event/homeschoolers-reading-activity/) - Announcing a special series for unconventional learners! On the first Wednesday of every month beginning September 7th, we will have interactive reading, crafts, and activities at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center from 11am to 12pm. Coming up on September 6th we will read, “Octavaria Gets Her Veiled Chameleon,” written by Deana Charcalla, combined with a chameleon
- [Live Music Saturdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/live-music-saturdays/2023-06-24/) - Join us every Saturday in the Summer for Live Music on the Beer Garden patio at Apple Valley Cafe from 12::30pm to 3:30pm!
- [Front Porch Pint Night (Back 2 School Edition) - Supporting Team BUSAR](https://applevalleystores.com/event/front-porch-pint-night-supporting-team-busar/) - Front Porch Pint Night: Supporting Local Nonprofits and Celebrating Community Join us for a fun evening at Front Porch Pint Night, where you can relax, socialize, and make a positive impact in the local community while sipping local craft beer and shopping outdoor essentials. This event series was created to support various nonprofit organizations while
- [Bean & Guild Artisan Series - Mixed Media](https://applevalleystores.com/event/bean-guild-artisan-series-mixed-media/) - Friday, August 18th 3pm-5pm $40 per person We are excited to announce our next installment of the Bean & Guild class for 2023 coming Friday, August 18th from 3pm-5pm! Susan McCollum (@susan_mccollum_art), a local Townsend artist and member of the Townsend Artisan Guild, will be hosting a mixed media card class where participants will create cards
- [Live Music Saturdays - David Easterling](https://applevalleystores.com/event/live-music-saturdays-4/) - Join us every Saturday from 12:30pm to 3:30pm for Live Music in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe! This weekend we will have WDVX Blue Plate Special featured artist, David Easterling! He will be bringing along a friend C4 who will join him in playing your favorite tunes. Grab a Smash Burger and a
- [Workshop Series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center](https://applevalleystores.com/event/workshop-series-at-smoky-mountain-outdoor-center/2023-07-22/) - Join us for an exciting workshop series at the Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center in Townsend, TN. Learn valuable outdoor skills, engage with nature, and enhance your knowledge of the great outdoors in this Summer Workshop Series! Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or new to outdoor activities, these workshops are perfect for all ages and skill
- [SMOC Walks: Guided Nature Walk Series Thursdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-july-13-2023/) - Join us for a Free SMOC Walks: Guided Nature Walk Series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center! Hosted by Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center (SMOC) and led by outdoor guide Ryan McNutt, our guided Nature Walks offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, learn outdoor skills, and connect with nature. Whether you're
- [Guided Nature Walk at SMOC Saturdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-saturdays-july-8-2023/) - Join us for a Free Guided Nature Walk Series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center! Hosted by Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center (SMOC) and led by outdoor guide Ryan McNutt, our guided SMOC Walks offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, learn outdoor skills, and connect with nature. Whether you're a nature
- [SMOC Walks: Guided Nature Walk Thursdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-august-10-2023/) - Join us for a Free Guided Nature Walk Series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center! Hosted by Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center (SMOC) and led by outdoor guide Ryan McNutt, our guided Nature Walks offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, learn outdoor skills, and connect with nature. Whether you're a nature
- [SMOC Walks: Guided Nature Walk Saturdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-saturdays-july-22-2023/) - Join us for a Free SMOC Walks: Guided Nature Walk Series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center! Hosted by Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center (SMOC) and led by outdoor guide Ryan McNutt, our guided SMOC Walks offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, learn outdoor skills, and connect with nature. Whether you're
- [SMOC Walks: Guided Nature Walk Saturdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-saturdays-june-24-2023/) - Join us for a Free SMOC Walks: Guided Nature Walk Series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center! Hosted by Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center (SMOC) and led by outdoor guide Ryan McNutt, our guided SMOC Walks offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, learn outdoor skills, and connect with nature. Whether you're
- [Guided Nature Walk at SMOC Saturdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-saturdays-june-10-2023/) - Join us for a Free Guided Nature Walk Series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center! Hosted by Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center (SMOC) and led by outdoor guide Ryan McNutt, our guided SMOC Walks offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, learn outdoor skills, and connect with nature. Whether you're a nature
- [Guided Nature Walk at SMOC Thursdays](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-june-8-2023/) - Join us for our Free SMOC Walks: Guided Nature Walk Series at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center! Hosted by Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center (SMOC) and led by outdoor guide Ryan McNutt, our guided SMOC Walks offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, learn outdoor skills, and connect with nature. Whether you're
- [Front Porch Pint Night - Supporting Keep Blount Beautiful](https://applevalleystores.com/event/front-porch-pint-night-supporting-kbb/) - Front Porch Pint Night: Supporting Local Nonprofits and Celebrating Community Join us after a session of SMOC Walks for a fun evening at our Front Porch Pint Night, where you can relax, socialize, and make a positive impact on the local community while sipping local craft beer and shopping outdoor essentials. This event is designed
- [Front Porch Pint Night: Supporting Tremont Institute](https://applevalleystores.com/event/2363/) - Front Porch Pint Night: Supporting Local Nonprofits and Celebrating Community Join us after a session of SMOC Walks for a fun evening at our Front Porch Pint Night, where you can relax, socialize, and make a positive impact on the local community while sipping local craft beer and shopping outdoor essentials. This event is designed
- [Guided Nature Walk at SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-2-2/) - Join us for a nature walk on Earth Day, Saturday April 22nd, to celebrate and connect with nature! Our property has beautiful trails that are perfect for a family-friendly nature walk. We are excited to offer 2 time slots - one at 10 am and one at 2 pm - so you can choose the time that works best for you. Our guide for the day is Ryan McNutt, who will lead you through the trails, pointing out interesting plants and wildlife, and teaching you about trail safety, the basics of foraging, and plant identification. Ryan will also share tips on responsible collecting and show you some interactive fun along the way! This is a great opportunity to learn about the environment and the importance of protecting it, all while enjoying the beauty of nature with your family. We encourage you to come prepared with comfortable shoes, water, and a sense of curiosity. Join us on this Earth Day for a fun and educational nature walk and celebrate this beautiful planet we call home!
- [Guided Nature Walk at SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-2-3/) - Join us for a nature walk on Earth Day, Saturday April 22nd, to celebrate and connect with nature! Our property has beautiful trails that are perfect for a family-friendly nature walk. We are excited to offer 2 time slots - one at 10 am and one at 2 pm - so you can choose the time that works best for you. Our guide for the day is Ryan McNutt, who will lead you through the trails, pointing out interesting plants and wildlife, and teaching you about trail safety, the basics of foraging, and plant identification. Ryan will also share tips on responsible collecting and show you some interactive fun along the way! This is a great opportunity to learn about the environment and the importance of protecting it, all while enjoying the beauty of nature with your family. We encourage you to come prepared with comfortable shoes, water, and a sense of curiosity. Join us on this Earth Day for a fun and educational nature walk and celebrate this beautiful planet we call home!
- [Front Porch Pint Night for LRWA](https://applevalleystores.com/event/front-porch-pint-night-for-lrwa/) - Thursday, May 4th from 5-8 pm at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center! Join us in supporting our favorite local nonprofits by shopping new outdoor styles and supplies and sipping on local brews! Each pint will cost only $5 and the money goes straight back to our friends at Little River Watershed Association! Millie Rochelle, recently featured
- [Story Time in the Reading Nook](https://applevalleystores.com/event/story-time-in-the-reading-nook/2023-04-12/) - Story time in the Reading Nook at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center is a peaceful time and engaging time to hang out and listen to stories read aloud by one of our engaging storytellers. Each story chosen is one that will grab the attention of young minds and fill their imagination with wonder about the great outdoors. You will receive 10% off your purchase at SMOC for participating. The stories read are most appropriate for 6 years old and under. A complimentary snack is included.
- [Guided Nature Walk at SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc-2/2023-04-22/) - Join us for a nature walk on Earth Day, Saturday April 22nd, to celebrate and connect with nature! Our property has beautiful trails that are perfect for a family-friendly nature walk. We are excited to offer 2 time slots - one at 10 am and one at 2 pm - so you can choose the time that works best for you. Our guide for the day is Ryan McNutt, who will lead you through the trails, pointing out interesting plants and wildlife, and teaching you about trail safety, the basics of foraging, and plant identification. Ryan will also share tips on responsible collecting and show you some interactive fun along the way! This is a great opportunity to learn about the environment and the importance of protecting it, all while enjoying the beauty of nature with your family. We encourage you to come prepared with comfortable shoes, water, and a sense of curiosity. Join us on this Earth Day for a fun and educational nature walk and celebrate this beautiful planet we call home!
- [Guided Nature Walk at SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-nature-walk-at-smoc/2023-04-22/) - Join us for a nature walk on Earth Day, Saturday April 22nd, to celebrate and connect with nature! Our property has beautiful trails that are perfect for a family-friendly nature walk. We are excited to offer 2 time slots - one at 10 am and one at 2 pm - so you can choose the time that works best for you. Our guide for the day is Ryan McNutt, who will lead you through the trails, pointing out interesting plants and wildlife, and teaching you about trail safety, the basics of foraging, and plant identification. Ryan will also share tips on responsible collecting and show you some interactive fun along the way! This is a great opportunity to learn about the environment and the importance of protecting it, all while enjoying the beauty of nature with your family. We encourage you to come prepared with comfortable shoes, water, and a sense of curiosity. Join us on this Earth Day for a fun and educational nature walk and celebrate this beautiful planet we call home! Join us for a nature walk on Earth Day, Saturday April 22nd, to celebrate and connect with nature! Our property has beautiful trails that are perfect for a family-friendly nature walk. We are excited to offer 2 time slots - one at 10 am and one at 2 pm - so you can choose the time that works best for you. Our guide for the day is Ryan McNutt, who will lead you through the trails, pointing out interesting plants and wildlife, and teaching you about trail safety, the basics of foraging, and plant identification. Ryan will also share tips on responsible collecting and show you some interactive fun along the way! This is a great opportunity to learn about the environment and the importance of protecting it, all while enjoying the beauty of nature with your family. We encourage you to come prepared with comfortable shoes, water, and a sense of curiosity. Join us on this Earth Day for a fun and educational nature walk and celebrate this beautiful planet we call home!
- [](https://applevalleystores.com/event/2063/2022-10-05/) - Story time in the Reading Nook at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center is a peaceful time and engaging time to hang out and listen to stories read aloud by one of our engaging storytellers. Each story chosen is one that will grab the attention of young minds and fill their imagination with wonder about the great outdoors. You will receive 10% off your purchase at SMOC for participating. The stories read are most appropriate for 6 years old and under. A complimentary snack is included.
- [Author Emily M. Leonard - Special Event!](https://applevalleystores.com/event/author-emily-m-leonard-special-event/) - Join us for a special event with Author Emily M. Leonard on March 25th with a lineup of activities from 10am to 5pm! **MEET AT SMOC AT EACH ACTIVITY TIME** This Event is FREE to participate! Join us Saturday March 25th for a day with Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker, Speaker, and Author Emily M. Leonard! See
- [The Bean & The Guild Artisan Workshop Series - Gel Printing](https://applevalleystores.com/event/the-bean-the-guild-artisan-workshop-series-gel-printing/) - We are excited to announce the next Bean & Guild class for 2023 coming Friday, April 27th from 3-6pm! This class will feature Sissy Caldwell, owner and designer of Featherbells Fine Jewelry & Gifts. Sissy is a member of the Townsend Artisan Guild and will be teaching the art of bead weaving. In this class, you will spend 2 hours creating a heart pendant perfect for Valentine’s Day with various types of seed beads and stitching. Sissy is a native of East Tennessee, and grew up right here in the Smoky Mountains. She discovered her talent of jewelry making later in life after retiring from her business career. Sissy’s artistic signature is off-loom bead weaving blended with a variety of other jewelry-making and fiber-arts techniques, including embroidery, precious metal clay, glass, and natural items to create truly distinctive jewelry and gifts.
- [The Bean & The Guild Artisan Workshop Series - Bead Weaving](https://applevalleystores.com/event/2154/) - We are excited to announce the FIRST Bean & Guild class for 2023 coming Friday, February 3rd from 4-6pm! This class will feature Sissy Caldwell, owner and designer of Featherbells Fine Jewelry & Gifts. Sissy is a member of the Townsend Artisan Guild and will be teaching the art of bead weaving. In this class, you will spend 2 hours creating a heart pendant perfect for Valentine’s Day with various types of seed beads and stitching. Sissy is a native of East Tennessee, and grew up right here in the Smoky Mountains. She discovered her talent of jewelry making later in life after retiring from her business career. Sissy’s artistic signature is off-loom bead weaving blended with a variety of other jewelry-making and fiber-arts techniques, including embroidery, precious metal clay, glass, and natural items to create truly distinctive jewelry and gifts.
- [Apple Valley Mountain Village's 30th Anniversary Celebration](https://applevalleystores.com/event/apple-valley-mountain-villages-30th-anniversary-celebration/) - Join us November 11-13 to celebrate 30 years of Apple Valley Mountain Village in Townsend, TN!
- ["Not So Scary" Ghost Stories & Crafts at SMOC!](https://applevalleystores.com/event/not-so-scary-ghost-stories-crafts-at-smoc/) - We will host family friendly afternoon of crafts and stories at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center in Townsend. Not So Scary stories will take place at 1:30pm & 2:30pm told by local storyteller Jim Gass on the Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center porch. Complimentary spiced apple cider will be available for you to enjoy while you shop for our newest fall apparel and gifts! Play at our free craft table which will be open for nature crafts and will feature examples of a few art projects. All supplies will be complimentary.
- [John Fee & Friends LIVE at Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/event/john-fee-friends-live-at-apple-valley-cafe-8/) - Join us every Saturday this summer in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe where we will welcome John Fee & Friends! Enjoy acoustic country tunes played by John Fee and his special guests - including the young and talented Brooke Solomon!
- [John Fee & Friends LIVE at Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/event/john-fee-friends-live-at-apple-valley-cafe-7/) - Join us every Saturday this summer in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe where we will welcome John Fee & Friends! Enjoy acoustic country tunes played by John Fee and his special guests - including the young and talented Brooke Solomon!
- [SMOC Nature Trails Walk & Talk](https://applevalleystores.com/event/smoc-nature-trails-walk-talk/) - Join us at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center in Townsend on Saturday, September the 3rd and go on an interactive “Nature Walk & Talk” with a Naturalist from Tremont Institute! We will be walking the nature trails on site at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center. Bring a journal, a camera, or just your cell phone to document
- [John Fee & Friends LIVE at Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/event/john-fee-friends-live-at-apple-valley-cafe-6/) - Join us every Saturday this summer in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe where we will welcome John Fee & Friends! Enjoy acoustic country tunes played by John Fee and his special guests - including the young and talented Brooke Solomon!
- [John Fee & Friends LIVE at Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/event/john-fee-friends-live-at-apple-valley-cafe-5/) - Join us every Saturday this summer in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe where we will welcome John Fee & Friends! Enjoy acoustic country tunes played by John Fee and his special guests - including the young and talented Brooke Solomon!
- [Waterfalls Hike](https://applevalleystores.com/event/waterfalls-hike/) - Saturday, July 30th 9am - 2pm Includes: Complimentary morning coffee Shuttle to and from SMOC Experienced Guide Immersive Nature experience Trail Snacks SMOC is hosting a 1/2 day guided waterfall hike with Smoky Mountain Guides featuring gorgeous Appalachian cascades, waterfalls and iconic nature scenes and a knowledgeable guide to fill you in on the history
- [Book Signing with Nancy East](https://applevalleystores.com/event/book-signing-with-nancy-east/) - Nancy East is a GSMNP Search + Rescue member and a record holder for the 900 miler club, which requires hikers to complete every trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Join us Saturday, July 30th for an evening with Nancy as she presents a lecture sharing stories of her experiences on the trails,
- [Social Hour with Tremont Institute](https://applevalleystores.com/event/social-hour-with-tremont-institute/) - Friday | June 24th | 4 - 5pm Gather on the SMOC porch for social hour with special guests from Tremont Institute on Friday, June 24th to join in on conversation about wildlife sightings, get updates and information on hiking trails, and learn about what types of plants and animal life to look for this
- [Guided Kayaking Adventure](https://applevalleystores.com/event/guided-kayaking-adventure/) - Half Day Guided Kayaking Adventure + Lunch Join Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center on a Guided Kayaking Adventure with Smoky Mountain Guides 4 hour excursion on Chilhowee Lake and Abram’s Creek! Tour the Chilhowee Lake on a guided kayaking trip and be submerged into the Peaceful Side of the Smokies. Smoky Mountain Guides will guide you
- [Storytime in the Reading Nook at SMOC](https://applevalleystores.com/event/story-time-in-the-reading-nook-at-smoc/) - Join Mr. Tim for story time in the reading nook at Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center every Wednesday at 10am! He will read stories from our reading zone written about wildlife, wilderness and adventuring in nature. Each story is sure to fill imaginations with wonder and knowledge. All ages welcomed, but most suitable for ages 8
- [John Fee & Friends LIVE at Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/event/john-fee-friends-live-at-apple-valley-cafe-4/) - Join us every Saturday this summer in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe where we will welcome John Fee & Friends! Enjoy acoustic country tunes played by John Fee and his special guests - including the young and talented Brooke Solomon!
- [John Fee & Friends LIVE at Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/event/john-fee-friends-live-at-apple-valley-cafe-3/) - Join us every Saturday this summer in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe where we will welcome John Fee & Friends! Enjoy acoustic country tunes played by John Fee and his special guests - including the young and talented Brooke Solomon!
- [John Fee & Friends LIVE at Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/event/john-fee-friends-live-at-apple-valley-cafe-2/) - Join us every Saturday this summer in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe where we will welcome John Fee & Friends! Enjoy acoustic country tunes played by John Fee and his special guests - including the young and talented Brooke Solomon!
- [John Fee & Friends LIVE at Apple Valley Cafe](https://applevalleystores.com/event/john-fee-friends-live-at-apple-valley-cafe/) - Join us every Saturday this summer in the Beer Garden at Apple Valley Cafe where we will welcome John Fee & Friends! Enjoy acoustic country tunes played by John Fee and his special guests - including the young and talented Brooke Solomon!
- [Hike + Dine with Dad](https://applevalleystores.com/event/hike-dine-with-dad/) - Take dad on a guided trek through historical Elkmont in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park surrounded by natural wonders including lush forests, cascading waterfalls, streams and wildlife all around. At the end of the hike you will learn how to cook a delicious backcountry meal together and dine by the streams. This will be
- [The Bean & The Guild Artisan Workshop](https://applevalleystores.com/event/bean-and-guild-artisan-workshop/) - We are excited to announce the FIRST class in The Bean & The Guild Artisan Workshop Series. This carving session features award-winning woodcarver, Bill Shinn, demonstrating a safe and simple way to successfully carve the "Spirit Man" by learning the basics of sculpting "the old man" in Balsa Foam using a tongue depressor. The techniques

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## Event Categories

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