Spring City - Friends of the Parks

06/23/2026

🚨 SHAKE THE LAKE TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚨

To help ensure a safe and enjoyable event for everyone, please be aware of the following traffic changes and road closures during Shake the Lake:

🚧 RAILROAD CROSSINGS CLOSED
• Piccadilly Ave / Rhea County Hwy
• W. Jackson Ave / Rhea County Hwy

These crossings will be closed to vehicle traffic during the event.

🚗 FRONT ST. SIDE DETOUR
Vehicles located on the Front St. side of the railroad tracks will be routed to Wassom Memorial Highway.

🚶 E. JACKSON AVE CLOSED TO VEHICLES
E. Jackson Ave will be closed to vehicle traffic and designated for pedestrian use only.

🌊 VETERANS PARK EXIT ROUTE
All vehicles exiting Veterans Park will be directed to Watts Bar Highway via New Lake Road.

🚤 PINEY CREEK BOAT RAMP EXIT ROUTE
Vehicles exiting Piney Creek Boat Ramp will be directed toward Vanns Creek Road.

⚠️ Please follow all posted signs, traffic control devices, and directions from law enforcement officers and event staff.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to keep everyone safe during Shake the Lake. We look forward to seeing you there!

06/21/2026

It’s almost time to Shake the Lake! Vendors, we will be sending texts with instructions for set up beginning Wednesday afternoon! No need to reach out…we’ll message between 5-6PM.

06/21/2026

It’s a JAM-PACKED week and we are ready 🤩

Where will you be finding us this week?

06/21/2026

🎆🐾 KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE THIS 4TH OF JULY 🐾🎆

While we love the beautiful displays, the loud booms of Fourth of July fireworks can be absolutely terrifying for our pets. The sudden noises and bright flashes cause extreme panic, making Independence Day one of the highest-risk times of the year for lost animals.

Before you head out to celebrate, take these crucial steps to protect your furry family members:
• 🏡 Keep Them Completely Indoors: Bring your dogs and cats inside well before dark. Even well-fenced yards are not safe; panicked animals can easily jump, dig, or squeeze through spaces to escape. Keep windows, doors, and blinds tightly shut to block out the sights and sounds.
• 🔒 Check and Update ID Tags: Ensure your pet is wearing a secure collar with up-to-date identification tags containing your current phone number. If they are microchipped, log into the registry today to confirm your contact info is accurate.
• 🎶 Create a Secure "Safe Haven": Set up a quiet, comfortable room or a cozy crate away from exterior walls. Fill it with their favorite blankets and toys. You can use a radio, TV, or white noise machine to help drown out the startling firework sounds.

Let’s look out for our pets so everyone has a happy, stress-free holiday! ❤️🤍💙

06/19/2026

Get to The PIG! Go see Honey and Mel! Get your Duck Race Tickets!

06/19/2026

06/19/2026

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