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Wilson County CVB Announces Holiday Lights and Festive Sights |
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Monday, 21 November 2011 15:24 |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact: Ricky Rodriguez, TMP, CTTP
Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau
1-800-789-1327 or 615-453-9655
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Wilson County CVB Announces Holiday Lights and Festive Sights
Lebanon, TN (November 21, 2011) – The Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau is pleased to bring you sample highlights of upcoming holiday events in our area. From parades, to train rides with Santa, to holiday theatre shows, and amazing drive-thru light displays, Wilson County is the place to be for holiday fun!
Don’t miss the City of Mt. Juliet’s Christmas Parade on Dec. 3, beginning at 11 a.m. The theme of this year’s parade is “Toy Soldier Christmas Honoring Our Troops.” Experience the holiday cheer with marching bands, floats, Santa and so much more! Enjoy the City of Lebanon’s Christmas Parade on Dec. 4, beginning at 2 p.m. The Jingle Jog 5K will take place prior to the Lebanon Christmas Parade. This fun run is sure to warm your heart!
Pack up the family and head to some of Wilson County’s drive-thru Christmas light displays! The Festival of Lights is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., every Thursday through Sunday at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center from Nov. 25 through Dec. 26. Admission is $5 per car. Then visit one of the nation’s largest Christmas light displays at Chad’s Winter Wonderland, located just off Hwy. 109 in Lebanon. Admission is id="mce_marker"0 per car and will be open Nov. 24 through Dec. 30. And don’t forget ChristmasLand! Now running its 15th year, make a donation and drive through to see thousands of holiday lights at 1130 Trousdale Ferry Pike, Lebanon. ChristmasLand is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and Friday and Saturday until 10 p.m. from Nov. 18 through Dec. 26. For more information, call 615-202-8451.
Another holiday favorite is the Tennessee Central Railway’s North Pole Express Train with Santa. The train will run Nov. 26, Dec. 3 and 10. Tickets for the train sell out quickly, so get yours today! For train information and tickets, please contact the Tennessee Central Railway Museum at 615-244-9001 or visit www.tcry.org. Santa will be on the Watertown Square Dec. 3 and 10 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., so bring the kids to meet and greet Ole St. Nick himself.
Celebrate Christmas the old-fashioned way with Historic Lebanon Tomorrow’s 4th Annual Tour of Historic Places, as well as the Victorian Christmas, which will be host to strolling characters and actors, carriage rides, and the holiday shopping village. Tickets for the Tour of Historic Places are id="mce_marker"0 the day of and the Victorian Christmas is free and open to the public. Both events take place the evening of Dec. 3 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. You also won’t want to miss Watertown’s annual Christmas Tour of Homes, on Dec. 10 and 11, where you will tour some of Wilson County’s beautiful and historic homes.
Join in the family fun with Providence Marketplace’s Holly Jolly Christmas event in Mt. Juliet. Enjoy free carriage rides, $5 pictures with Santa, and story time with Mrs. Claus from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Dec. 3.
Show off your charitable spirit with Cumberland University's "Trees of the Hall" on Nov. 29. This auction of festively decorated trees takes place in Memorial Hall on campus and benefits the School of Music and the Arts. The tree preview and silent auction with wine and hor d'oeuvres will begin at 6 p.m. Entertainment and a live auction with the Suzuki Violin Players and the University Choir start at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door.
Take a step back in time at Fiddlers Grove with demonstrations of life at the turn of the century from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The theme is “An Old Fashioned Christmas,” and the day will end with "Bluegrass in the Grove" at 6 p.m. The event includes guided tours, food, music and fun! Food is available for $5 per plate. Admission is free. For more information call Fiddlers Grove at 615-443-2626 or visit www.fiddlersgrove.org.
Feel festive as Encore Theatre Company brings the holiday spirit to the stage as they perform Greetings! Not your "typical" holiday play, Greetings! is a comedic play for all seasons. Tickets are id="mce_marker"5 and shows run Dec. 2-17.
All dates and times are subject to change. For more information on these events and others, contact the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau or visit www.visitwilsoncounty.com. You can also look for us on Facebook and Twitter!
ABOUT Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau – The mission of the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau is to maximize the economic impact of travelers to the community and position it as a premier destination to target markets. To learn more about the destinations and various events available, visit us online at www.visitwilsoncounty.com.
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CVB Releases Economic Visitor Impact Report |
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Tuesday, 25 October 2011 10:04 |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact: Ricky Rodriguez, TMP, CTTP
Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau
1-800-789-1327 or 615-453-9655
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CVB RELEASES ECONOMIC VISITOR IMPACT REPORT
Lebanon, TN (October 25, 2011) – Visitors to Wilson County were responsible for an estimated 107 million travel related expenditures to the local economy, according to a report released by the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development at the Governors Conference in Memphis this month. The report, 2011 Economic Impact of Travel on Tennessee Counties, was prepared for the Tennessee Department of Tourism by the Research Department of the U.S. Travel Industry Association.
According to figures from the report, travel related expenditures in Wilson County were optimistically good despite the recession. It showed that travel related expenditures in Wilson County increased 8.5% from the previous year. Increases were also experienced in payroll, local taxes and state taxes.
As a result of travel related spending, Wilson County’s hospitality and tourism industry stimulated the economy by generating 940 jobs, a 2.10% increase from the previous years report and generating 6.41 million dollars in travel related state tax receipts and 3.25 million dollars in travel related local tax receipts, both with increases from the previous year.
“Tourism means more than dollars and cents to local residents. What is here for the visitor is also here for residents. It’s a wonderful symbiotic relationship that works well for everyone – especially Wilson County,” said Ricky Rodriguez, director of the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
ABOUT Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau - The mission of the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau is to maximize the economic impact of travelers to the community and position it as a premier destination to target markets. A full copy of the report, Economic Impact of Travel on Tennessee Counties, is available at the Tennessee Department of Tourism’s website. Also, a one-page summary of the report is available at the Wilson County CVB Office. To learn more about the destination and various events available, visit us online at www.visitwilsoncounty.com.
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Annual Mt. Juliet Pow Wow Celebrates Native American Culture |
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Tuesday, 13 September 2011 13:56 |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact: Ricky Rodriguez, TMP, CTTP
Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau
1-800-789-1327 or 615-453-9655
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Annual Mt. Juliet Pow Wow Celebrates Native American Culture
Mt. Juliet, TN, (September 12, 2011) – The public is invited to celebrate Native American culture at the 30th annual Mt. Juliet Pow Wow on Sept. 24-25 at Charlie Daniels Park in Mt. Juliet.
The gates to the park will open at 10:30 a.m. on both days. Festivities include Native American food, arts, crafts, music, dancing and a silversmith on site. Over $11,000 in prize money will be awarded for drum and dance contests. Admission is free for children five and under, $4 for children ages six to 12 and $7 for everyone 13 and older. Everyone attending is encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
The Pow Wow has added meaning this year, as Gov. Bill Haslam has signed a resolution by the legislature designating September as “American Indian Heritage Month” in Tennessee. The resolution recognizes Native Americans, as descendants of the original inhabitants of the United States, for their military service and contributions to society in many different fields. It also encourages all Tennesseans to observe the month “with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities relating to the cultures, traditions, and languages of Native Americans.” Representative Linda Elam, one of the resolution sponsors, will attend the opening ceremony on Saturday to present the resolution.
For additional information about the Pow Wow, visit www.mtjulietpowwow.com, or contact Cindy Yahola at 615-443-1537 or
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ABOUT Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau - The mission of the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau is to maximize the economic impact of travelers to the community and position it as a premier destination to target markets. Located just a few miles east of Nashville, Wilson County truly is the place to be in Middle Tennessee. To learn more about the destination and various events available, visit us online at www.visitwilsoncounty.com.
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CVB Releases Economic Impact of the Wilson County Fair |
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Tuesday, 09 August 2011 08:06 |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact: Ricky Rodriguez, TMP, CTTP
Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau
1-800-789-1327 or 615-453-9655
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CVB Releases Economic Impact of the Wilson County Fair
Lebanon, TN, (August 8, 2011) – Every August, Wilson County has the opportunity to shine as we welcome visitors to the Wilson County Fair. The 2010 fair was a success, with 397,075 attendees. This year’s fair is expected to bring an estimated impact of $5.5 million in travel-related expenditures to the local economy, according to findings released by the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
“The Wilson County Fair provides the perfect setting for visitors to experience the heart and soul of our county – our culture, history, food, music and great people,” said Ricky Rodriguez, Director of the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
This year’s fair is set for August 12-20, and is based around the theme, “Hats Off to the Wilson County Fair.” As always, the fair will feature nightly entertainment, rides, games, contests, agricultural shows, commercial exhibits and much, much more. Fiddlers Grove Historic Village offers living history demonstrations and allows visitors to experience what life was like during the turn of the century in Wilson County. The Village consists of original and replicated buildings such as a one-room schoolhouse, working blacksmith shop, doctor’s office, jail and grist mill, just to name a few.
The nine-day event will also feature a performance by national country recording artist John Anderson, and many others. Anderson has won awards throughout his career, including Country Music Association’s Horizon Award and a Grammy Award for Amazing Grace: A Country Salute to Gospel.
The Wilson County Fair has consistently been one of the largest county fairs in the region. A three-time winner of the "Champion of Champions" award, the fair was voted "Best Fair in the State" by readers of The Tennessee Electric Magazine and was selected as a “Top 20 Southeast Tourism Event” by the Southeast Tourism Society. For more information, visit www.wilsoncountyfair.net or the mobile site, www.wilsoncountyfair.mobi.
ABOUT Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau - The mission of the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau is to maximize the economic impact of travelers to the community and position it as a premier destination to target markets. Located just a few miles east of Nashville, Wilson County truly is the place to be in Middle Tennessee. To learn more about the destination and various events available, visit us online at www.visitwilsoncounty.com.
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Wilson County Welcomes CABA Baseball Tournament |
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Tuesday, 12 July 2011 14:01 |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact: Ricky Rodriguez, TMP, CTTP
Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau
1-800-789-1327 or 615-453-9655
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Wilson County Welcomes CABA Baseball Tournament
Lebanon, TN, (July 11, 2011) – The Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce the schedule for the upcoming Continental Amateur Baseball Association’s (CABA) World Series Baseball Tournament for its 14 & Under League. Hosted by the Lebanon Sports Commission, over 32 teams from various parts of the country will play on five fields throughout Mt. Juliet and Lebanon, beginning July 15 and running through July 23.
The tournament begins on Friday July 15, with an opening ceremony at the Jimmy Floyd Family Center in Lebanon. Other activities throughout the week include a Home Run Derby on Monday, July 18, followed by a fireworks display provided by the City of Lebanon. On Tuesday, July 19, players and their families will enjoy a Luau/Swim night at the Jimmy Floyd Family Center.
All games are open to the general public, and will be played at Veteran’s Field, Eskew Field, Cumberland University, Friendship Christian School and Wilson Central High School. Day passes are available for $7 per person or $30 for a Tournament Pass. Children 10 and under will be admitted for FREE. Concessions will be available throughout the week.
All information is subject to change. For additional information about the tournament, please visit www.cabaworldserieslebanon.com.
ABOUT Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau – The mission of the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau is to maximize the economic impact of travelers to the community and position it as a premier destination to target markets. Located just a few miles east of Nashville, Wilson County is the place to be in Middle Tennessee. To learn more about the destination and various events available, visit online at www.visitwilsoncounty.com
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This is a ride you won't want to miss, and with several trips scheduled throughout the year, chances are good you'll get the chance!
There's nothing quite like it - the biggest and best-loved Fair in all of Tennessee... and it's right here in Wilson County!
