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Sponsor Appreciation: KaTom Restaurant Supply Thi

Sponsor Appreciation: KaTom Restaurant Supply

This will be the second year that KaTom Restaurant Supply has sponsored Bacon at the Bear and we couldn't be more excited about their support.

You will not want to miss this Appalachian Culinary and Cultural Experience showcasing some of the most sought-after regional chefs and featuring widely acclaimed Benton’s Bacon! Bacon at the Bear will be held in Townsend, Tennessee at the idyllic Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro with event programing to include a local artisan marketplace, chef demonstrations, bourbon and wine tasting, and a musical performance by Cat’s Away Band.

Our exciting lineup of chefs includes Jeff Carter, Alex Gass, Christopher Huerta, Danielle McGinnis & Shannon Johnson.

In addition to the previously mentioned programming, your ticket also includes two complimentary beverages curated or house crafted in Dancing Bear’s full-service bar.

This unique event benefits New Hope Blount County Children’s Advocacy Center in their mission to restore hope and healing to child victims of abuse and their supportive family members. We hope you will join us to mingle and dine amidst the sprawling beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains all in support of an organization that protects and facilitates healing for our community’s most vulnerable children.

A few tickets are still available. https://www.eventbrite.com/.../bacon-at-the-bear-tickets...

Sponsor Appreciation: White Star Station We are p

Sponsor Appreciation: White Star Station

We are proud to announce first time Bacon at the Bear Sponsor White Star Station. Thank you so much for your sponsorship and supporting our mission.

You will not want to miss this Appalachian Culinary and Cultural Experience showcasing some of the most sought-after regional chefs and featuring widely acclaimed Benton’s Bacon! Bacon at the Bear will be held in Townsend, Tennessee at the idyllic Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro with event programing to include a local artisan marketplace, chef demonstrations, bourbon and wine tasting, and a musical performance by Cat’s Away Band.
Our exciting lineup of chefs includes Jeff Carter, Alex Gass, Christopher Huerta, Kent Graham, Danielle McGinnis & Shannon Johnson.

In addition to the previously mentioned programming, your ticket also includes two complimentary beverages curated or house crafted in Dancing Bear’s full-service bar.

This unique event benefits New Hope Blount County Children’s Advocacy Center in their mission to restore hope and healing to child victims of abuse and their supportive family members. We hope you will join us to mingle and dine amidst the sprawling beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains all in support of an organization that protects and facilitates healing for our community’s most vulnerable children.

Tickets still available. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bacon-at-the-bear-tickets-156568262889

Sponsor Appreciation: Joe & Debbie Matteo This wi

Sponsor Appreciation: Joe & Debbie Matteo

This will be our 9th annual Bacon at the Bear hosted at Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro. Joe and Debbie Matteo have been gracious supporters of this event since 2016. We couldn't be more appreciative of your continuous sponsorship.

You will not want to miss this Appalachian Culinary and Cultural Experience showcasing some of the most sought-after regional chefs and featuring widely acclaimed Benton’s Bacon! Bacon at the Bear will be held in Townsend, Tennessee at the idyllic Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro with event programing to include a local artisan marketplace, chef demonstrations, bourbon and wine tasting, and a musical performance by Cat’s Away Band.
Our exciting lineup of chefs includes Jeff Carter, Alex Gass, Christopher Huerta, Kent Graham, Danielle McGinnis & Shannon Johnson.

In addition to the previously mentioned programming, your ticket also includes two complimentary beverages curated or house crafted in Dancing Bear’s full-service bar.

This unique event benefits New Hope Blount County Children’s Advocacy Center in their mission to restore hope and healing to child victims of abuse and their supportive family members. We hope you will join us to mingle and dine amidst the sprawling beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains all in support of an organization that protects and facilitates healing for our community’s most vulnerable children.

Tickets still available. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bacon-at-the-bear-tickets-156568262889

Please take the time to check out our Amazon Wishl

Please take the time to check out our Amazon Wishlist. 🤩We are so close to completing our sensory magnet wall, but we still need a few finishing touches.

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Bacon at the Bear is only 2 short weeks away. Purc

Bacon at the Bear is only 2 short weeks away. Purchase your tickets now!!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bacon-at-the-bear-tickets-156568262889

You will not want to miss this Appalachian Culinary and Cultural Experience showcasing some of the most sought-after regional chefs and featuring widely acclaimed Benton’s Bacon! Bacon at the Bear will be held in Townsend, Tennessee at the idyllic Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro with event programing to include a local artisan marketplace, chef demonstrations, bourbon and wine tasting, and a musical performance by Cat’s Away Band.

Our exciting lineup of chefs includes Jeff Carter, Alex Gass, Christopher Huerta, Kent Graham, Danielle McGinnis & Shannon Johnson.
In addition to the previously mentioned programming, your ticket also includes two complimentary beverages curated or house crafted in Dancing Bear’s full-service bar.

This unique event benefits New Hope Blount County Children’s Advocacy Center in their mission to restore hope and healing to child victims of abuse and their supportive family members. We hope you will join us to mingle and dine amidst the sprawling beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains all in support of an organization that protects and facilitates healing for our community’s most vulnerable children.

Bacon at the Bear is only 2 weeks away. We are get

Bacon at the Bear is only 2 weeks away. We are getting very excited!!

Don’t miss this Appalachian Culinary Event featuring some of the best regional chefs cooking their own personal dishes to benefit New Hope Blount County Children’s Advocacy Center. Each dish has a common theme, delicious Benton’s Bacon!

The event will be held July 31 from 6:00-9:00 in Townsend, TN at the beautiful Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro. Each ticket purchase comes with 2 complimentary drinks and a Bourbon or Wine Tasting session.

We look forward to seeing you all there.

Purchase tickets here.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bacon-at-the-bear-tickets-156568262889

Sponsor Appreciation: Maryville Monument This wil

Sponsor Appreciation: Maryville Monument

This will be the 3rd consecutive year that Maryville Monument has sponsored Bacon at the Bear and we are so appreciative of your continued support.

Purchase your tickets today.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bacon-at-the-bear-tickets-156568262889

You will not want to miss this Appalachian Culinary and Cultural Experience showcasing some of the most sought-after regional chefs and featuring widely acclaimed Benton’s Bacon! Bacon at the Bear will be held in Townsend, Tennessee at the idyllic Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro with event programing to include a local artisan marketplace, chef demonstrations, bourbon and wine tasting, and a musical performance by Cat’s Away Band.

Our exciting lineup of chefs includes Jeff Carter, Alex Gass, Christopher Huerta, Kent Graham, Danielle McGinnis & Shannon Johnson.

In addition to the previously mentioned programming, your ticket also includes two complimentary beverages curated or house crafted in Dancing Bear’s full-service bar.

This unique event benefits New Hope Blount County Children’s Advocacy Center in their mission to restore hope and healing to child victims of abuse and their supportive family members. We hope you will join us to mingle and dine amidst the sprawling beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains all in support of an organization that protects and facilitates healing for our community’s most vulnerable children.

Sponsor Appreciation: Lindsey Plyler State Farm In

Sponsor Appreciation: Lindsey Plyler State Farm Insurance

On behalf of the Blount County Children's Advocacy Center, we would like to thank Lindsey Plyler State Farm Insurance for sponsoring the 9th Annual Bacon at the Bear Event. It is with your support that we can provide these much needed services to the children of Blount County.

Bacon at the Bear is scheduled for July 31 from 6:00-9:00 at Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro in Townsend, TN. Tickets can be purchased below.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bacon-at-the-bear-tickets-156568262889

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