National Night Out...August 2nd...Are you ready?

Whites Creek Revitalization Club is the proud sponsor again this year!

Combat crime while meeting some new neighbors at the 17th Annual National Night Out, a unique crime and drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch, on Tuesday, August 2 in various cities around Nashville.

The events usually consists of big block parties, which feature cookouts, visits from local police and sheriff departments, flashlight walks, contests and more, all with the intention of strengthening neighborhood spirit and sending the message that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. My sister is Blockwatch Lead in her Tacoma Washington neighborhood and they will be cooking up hotdogs, burgers and fun & games for the kiddies.

Where are the block parties for 2011?
National Night Out is an organization which encourages people to take to the streets and reclaim their neighborhoods, so block parties are not publicized to people who do not live in the neighborhood. Ask your neighbors if they have set up a block party, or start building community yourself. Whatever you do...do something and have fun!

What Is There to do in Whites Creek?

What do you mean...what is there to do in Whites Creek?

You can take a violin lesson...
go to the Fontanel...
get your feet wet....
take a nature walk....
meet new friends from near and far....
hug a friend real close...
play games at a neighbor's home...
listen to local journalist and historian Dan....
or say "hello" to the many beautiful people you meet along the way! Just a few things you could do!

Garden Tour this Sunday 3-5:30

A Few Reminders For Garden Tour this Sunday

Etiquette in the Garden

Our Open Days Garden Hosts spend countless hours preparing their gardens for your visit. Please reward their hard work by following these guidelines:

• Do not pick any plant or remove any part of a plant.
• Do not leave litter in the garden.
• Stay on the paths.
• Follow any posted signs or directions.
• Respect the privacy of the owners by not contacting them directly.
• Please leave all pets at home.
• Children must be supervised at all times.
• Park your car so others can enter and leave the parking area.
• Ask the owner's permission to take photographs; tripods are not permitted.
• Respect the listed dates and times of openings. To pursue special visiting arrangements, please contact a WCRC member.

Make your donation out to Twilight Garden Club
Contact Marie Coleman or Tove Rawlings for more info or to make a yearly contribution

Twilight Garden Club's Celebration!

On May 31st the beginning of something "special" was happening at the entrance of Whites Creek...suddenly beauty appeared and many residents and friends took notice. Did you?

The ladies of the Twilight Garden Club are at it again...doing what they do best! Sharing and beautifying the community through awareness and hard work. We give a big THANK YOU! for their commitment and dedication to our community.

You are cordially invited to attend Twilight Garden Club's "Completion Celebration" Sat. July 16, 2011 @ 10:30 AM. The event will be held at the corner intersection of Whites Creek Pike (state hwy 431), Lloyd Road and Buena Vista Pike in Whites Creek.

Local speaker, Dan Coleman, will present a short history of Whites Creek and introduce long time residents. Entertainment will be provided by Russ and Becky Jeffers and The Smoky Mountain Sunshine, a renowned Bluegrass Band, who performed for 24 years at Opryland Theme Park. - Seating will be provided - The event is open to the public.

Refreshment will be served by club members after the ceremony.

Preparing for Beauty

Only eleven days until our annual Open Garden Days & Tour! This tranquil garden is loving cared for by Mr. & Mrs. Charles Garret and will be on the tour July 17th! Be sure to note the address and enjoy the serenity of their garden and hospitality of this pleasant couple.

Paint Your Life!

The minute I sat in front of a canvas I was happy. Because it was a world, and I could do what I liked with it. (Alice Neel)

Artwork in progress by Mrs.Wright
Acrylic on canvas board

Whites Creek Garden Tour

Save the date for a tour of fabulous local gardens!

The Whites Creek Garden Tour sponsored by (WCRC) is a fun, family-friendly event that has been an annual tradition since 2009. The WCRC is proud to support Whites Creek-based community gardens and other non-profits that promote horticulture, education, family or the arts.

The WCRC is open to community business organizations and residents who are interested in the historical and positive improvement of Whites Creek.

So Save the Date...JULY 17th SUNDAY 12-3

Meet Lady Perkins & Lexie

One of the added joys of living in beautiful Whites Creek is engaging with lovelies like Lady Perkins and her charming pet Lexie! They always have a real smile in their heart and on their faces. Be sure to say hello when you see them walking.