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Musgrave Pencil Company Tour


Monday, October 5, 10:00 AM

Musgrave Pencil Company

701 W. Lane St. | Shelbyville

Join us for a special public tour of Musgrave Pencil Company as we recognize one of Bedford County’s most historic manufacturers.

Go behind the scenes and discover how this longtime local company continues to manufacture pencils right here in Bedford County!

The tour is open to the public, but advance registration is requested so we can prepare for the number of attendees.

Celebrate 110 Years of Musgrave Pencil Company


Tuesday, October 13th 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Grindstone Cowboy

100 S. Spring St. | Shelbyville

Join us for Business After Hours, sponsored by Musgrave Pencil Company at Grindstone Cowboy. This networking event provides an opportunity to connect with fellow Chamber members, business leaders, and community partners in a relaxed atmosphere while building relationships that strengthen Bedford County's business community. Enjoy great conversation, refreshments, and the chance to learn more about local businesses making a difference in our community.

SPARK - Merle Norman / Caswell & Clay


SPARK is a dynamic networking event for both Chamber members and prospective members. It provides a platform for attendees to showcase their business, connect with others, and highlight how their services contribute to making Bedford County a thriving place for business.

Thursday, October 15th, 8:00 AM

Merle Norman / Caswell & Clay

105 S. Side Square | Shelbyville

Eakin Winter Coat Distribution


Friday, October 16th 7:30 AM-11:00 AM

Eakin Elementary School

1100 Glen Oaks Rd., Shelbyville

Be the Reason a Child Stays Warm

Eakin Elementary students will receive new winter coats and special gifts on Friday, October 16—and we need 50 volunteers to help make it possible.

Give just three hours of your time and help create a warmer winter for a child. Registration through the flyer’s QR code is required.

HR Association Lunch - Sponsored by HG Staffing


Wednesday, October 21st 12:00 PM

First Community Bank

207 Elm St. | Shelbyville

A collaborative discussion connecting HR professionals and business leaders to address workforce challenges, share practical solutions and strengthen Bedford County’s workforce. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss employer needs, exchange ideas and learn about available resources. Together, we can identify strategies that support recruitment, retention and long-term workforce growth.

Ribbon Cutting: Yesterday’s Treasure


Friday, October 23rd 2:00 PM

Yesterday’s Treasures I

105 Public Sq. West | Shelbyville

Join us as we celebrate the continued growth of Yesterday’s Treasures and the opening of its second Shelbyville location! The ribbon cutting will take place at the original Public Square West location. Come congratulate the team, explore this local business and help us mark an exciting new chapter in its story.

HR pROFESSIONALS & bUSINESS rOUNDTABLE


Wednesday, October 28th 11:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tennessee College of Applied Technology

2905 Hwy 231 N. | Shelbyville

Join Bedford County’s HR professionals and business leaders for a collaborative discussion about local workforce challenges and employer needs. Share experiences, exchange resources, build partnerships, and help develop practical solutions that strengthen our businesses and workforce.