This past Saturday, the heart of Lebanon was alive with holiday magic during the 2024 Christmas on the Square!
Families from across our community came together to enjoy a day filled with festive fun. Local merchants and vendors offered unique holiday shopping experiences, while food trucks served up delicious treats to satisfy every craving. Children laughed and danced in the kids’ dance house, met adorable animals at the petting zoo and snapped selfies with Santa himself!
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the season, as well as to the amazing volunteers and planning committee who worked tirelessly to make this day unforgettable. We want to extend a special thank you to Bob Zenker, Special Events Vice-Chair; Mandy Winfree and Amber Cowan with 3:Sixteen; Brittani Jackson with Em + Kate; Lee Clark & team with the City of Lebanon; Lebanon Police Department and Lebanon Fire Department.
This annual event, hosted by the Lebanon Wilson Chamber of Commerce, the City of Lebanon, and our incredible Square Merchants, wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our wonderful community. Here’s to another memorable Christmas on the Square!
Help us congratulate our new member – Designed Just Right! This afternoon, Yesiel and Jasmine Sanchez Velez hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony for the business at the Chamber Office. The ceremony was conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.
Designed Just Right is passionate about construction, with a special focus on tile and flooring. They excel in helping clients create stunning accents that make their homes shine, adding beauty and personality to every space. Offering expert installation services for vinyl, laminate, tile, and hardwood flooring, as well as backsplash, accent walls, trim, and molding, they bring dreams and visions to life with skill and creativity. Designed Just Right takes pride in crafting spaces that truly reflect each client’s unique style.
Pictured with Designed Just Right owner Yesiel Sanchez Velez is his wife Jasmine and their daughter. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, VP Membership & Finance Andrea Wilke and Support Admin Stephanie Hollis. Chamber Ambassadors & representatives included Cindy Baldhoff with Good News Magazine, Domanique Burke with Burke’s Academy, Tony Tellemac with Intelicomm, and Jade May with Card Diva Inc.
Designed Just Right is located here in Lebanon & can be reached at djraccents@gmail.com or by phone at 740-504-2279
Thank you to everyone who joined us today to celebrate this new member!
Congratulations to Sage Dental of Lebanon! Friday, December 6, Sage Dental hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at their new location. The ceremony was conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.
Sage Dental, established in 1998, has grown to 138 locations as of 2024, including three practices in Middle Tennessee. The Lebanon location, which opened in July 2024, recently celebrated with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Sage Dental is dedicated to promoting overall health through comprehensive dental care. Offering services like general and cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, teeth cleanings, dental implants, dentures, and oral surgery, they utilize advanced clinical technology to deliver affordable, family-friendly dental care all under one roof.
Sage Dental is located at 1443 West Main Street Suite 200, Lebanon, TN 37087
Pictured with Rony Jfouf Ibrahim, DDS and staff is Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter. Sage Dental staff includes Stephanie Jeffers- District Manager, Cherita Hill- Office Manager, Monica Tapley- Dental Assistant and Chase Brown – Field Marketing Manager. Chamber Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.
This past Tuesday evening, we had an incredible Business After Hours hosted by our wonderful members, Corey & Misty Shadd, owners of The Village Play Place.
The Village Play Place is indoor children’s play place — a unique and family-friendly venue perfect for bringing Chamber members together!
This event offered the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow Chamber members, grow networks, and learn about a fantastic local business. What made this event extra special was the invitation for members to bring their families, creating a warm, community-oriented atmosphere where parents and kids could connect with others!
As always, attendees had the chance to win big with our Chamber Pot, but remember — you must be present to win! Unfortunately, neither winner was present this time.
A big congratulations to our lucky door prize winners who received tickets to this year’s Cocktails with Santa, generously donated by our friend Krys at Give A Little Christmas!
These Business After Hours events provide a relaxed, engaging way for our members to network, showcase their businesses and welcome new members. We are so grateful to everyone who attended and to our hosts for creating such a memorable evening!
Our new members at Durci Chocolate hosted a Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening on November 14.
Founded by Cassandra Durtschi and Dr. Eric Durtschi — a visionary chocolatier, Durći Chocolate has become a leader in the world of artisan chocolate-making and education. Durći Chocolate is dedicated to sustainability and ethical sourcing. For nearly 15 years, Dr. Durtschi has worked closely with farmers to teach them superior cacao processing techniques, empowering them to produce some of the finest beans available while earning a premium for their hard work. With a reputation as pioneers in the artisan chocolate movement, the Durtschi family is dedicated to sharing their knowledge and helping to elevate the entire chocolate industry.
Now based in Wilson County, Durći Chocolate has made our community their home, and we couldn’t be more excited to support their continued success. We encourage everyone to visit their facility, sample their exquisite creations, and learn more about the art of chocolate-making from a true expert.
Durći Chocolate is located at 1221 South Hartmann Dr, Lebanon, TN, 37087
Pictured with owners Dr. Eric Durtschi and Cassandra Durtschi are friends, family and supporters. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, Chamber Ambassadors & representatives are also pictured.
Ribbon Cuttings are sponsored by Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Lyn Williams
A-Squared Realty & Auction hosted a Business After Hours during the Grand Opening of its new office in Wilson County. The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce conducted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at the event.
Pictured with A-Squared Realty & Auction CEO AJ Stafford, Realtor and COO Adrian Kelley is Kimberly Ivery, Director of Operations & Strategy, and their outstanding team of agents. Surrounding the A-Squared teams are friends, family and community supporters. City of Lebanon Mayor Rick Bell, Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, VP Membership & Finance Andrea Wilke, Chamber Board of Directors, Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.
Wilson County is growing rapidly, and A-Squared Realty & Auction’s specialized services are helping shape the area’s future, providing innovative solutions to home buyers, sellers and businesses alike.
The Business After Hours was filled with drinks, delicious refreshments and great conversation. With a packed-house of local professionals, it was the perfect opportunity for new members to introduce themselves and forge valuable connections. We love seeing our members come together and build strong professional relationships.
An amazing variety of door prizes provided by local businesses and stakeholders were awarded throughout the evening. The Chamber Pot drawing was valued at $275, with Pinnacle Financial Partners – Jeff Porter was drawn as the winner. Remember, you must be present to win! but with no representatives present to claim the prize, the Chamber Pot will now roll over to $300 for our next Business After Hours. Remember: You must be present to win!
A-Squared Realty & Auction is located at 704 Cadet Ct, Lebanon, TN 37087
First Presbyterian Church of Lebanon hosted a Columbarium Dedication ceremony. The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce conducted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony following the dedication.
Reverend Sherard Edington led the dedication ceremony for the church’s new columbarium — a sacred space for the cremated remains of beloved church members. The columbarium provides a peaceful and respectful place for families to honor their loved ones. The vision for the columbarium began in 2019, when the church recognized the need for such a space to meet the growing needs of our congregation. A dedicated committee was formed to explore the project. Hal Bone, a church member and the owner of Horizon Construction, helped in bringing the vision to life — making the construction process a reality.
Pictured with Reverend Sherard Edington are members of the columbarium committee and members of First Presbyterian Church of Lebanon. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, Board of Directors, Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.
The columbarium committee includes: Pat Bone, Suanne Bone, Jane Hay, Wayne Patton, Jim Stueck, Margaret Ann Trail, Van Turner, Caroline Walker, Allen Vance, and Reverend Sherard Edington.
On Friday, November 1, the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce proudly unveiled a new mural at the corner of East Main Street and South College Street (114 East Main Street). This artwork commemorates our 100-Year Anniversary and represents our mission: to coordinate the talents and energies of business, industry, and individuals to make Wilson County a better place to live, work, and raise a family. The mural showcases our mission through imagery depicting the Chamber’s seven Divisions — illustrating how each contributes to our community and encouraging our members to “Connect. Grow. Belong.”
A special thank you to the talented Kim Waddle Gregg, who painted this mural. Kim shared that while working on the project, she had the pleasure of meeting many people, including visitors to our wonderful town. She enjoyed learning about how the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce supports its members and local businesses.
Thank you to Kenny & Kellie O’Connell Sallis of Sallis Realty Group and Derrick & Jesse Fish for graciously allowing the Chamber to use their building for this mural. We would also like to thank City of Lebanon, TN Mayor Rick Bell, Lebanon’s Historic Preservation Commission, Lebanon City Council and Wilson County Convention & Visitor’s Bureau for their support and guidance throughout this project.
During the unveiling, Jason Johnson, Director of the Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit WilCo) and mural sponsor, spoke about the local art initiative. He shared that in 2020, Visit WilCo embarked on an exciting journey into the arts called Paint WilCo, with the goal of installing 10 murals throughout Wilson County by the end of that year. Johnson reported that Wilson County has far exceeded that initial goal, and the county continues to be positively impacted by this initiative.
We are proud to be a part of Lebanon and Wilson County for 100 years, and we look forward to the future as we continue to serve our community. We invite everyone to visit the mural, take pictures and celebrate this milestone with us! Our hashtag for the year is #LebChamber100 — please use this when posting pictures of the mural, along with #PaintWilCo, so we can see the faces of the community we love so much!
Randall Hutto, Wilson County Mayor; City of Lebanon Mayor Rick Bell; and City of Lebanon Economic Development Director Sarah Haston are pictured with Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter and Andrea Wilke – VP Membership & Finance. Chamber Board of Directors pictured include 2024 Chair of the Board – Ja’Rob Coggins, Past Chair – Wes Dugan Clu Lutcf, Membership Division Vice-Chair & Chair-Elect – Ian Isbell, Greg Butler – Board Treasurer, Education Division Vice-Chair DeJeay Woods, Sports Council Vice-Chair – Phillip Vance, James Neuble, Cory McDonald and Kenny Sallis. Chamber Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.
On Tuesday, October 22 the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce conducted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at The Village Play Place.
At its core, The Village Play Place was created to offer space for five important things: for kids, for parents, for celebrations, for education and for relevance. A space that is safe for kids to play, learn and, frankly, just be kids. A space for the parents to find support, other same-stage families to go through life with and feel connected to their community.
The Village Play Place is located at 703 S Cumberland St., Suite C-1, Lebanon, TN
Pictured with The Village Play Place owners Corey & Misty Shadd are staff, friends and community supporters. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, Chamber Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.
Heads Up Lebanon hosted a Ribbon Cutting Tuesday, October 8. The ceremony was conducted by the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce.
Heads Up Hair Salon offers a wide variety of haircare service, lash extensions, and more — all while maintaining the small-town charm that makes Lebanon so special. Lauren Foye, owner of Heads Up Hair Salon, purchased the business in 2023. As a resident of our growing community, Lauren saw this as an opportunity to bring her passion for the beauty industry to life. Lauren and her team of stylists believe that cutting your hair may be easy — but matching the style with your personality requires experts like them! Their dedication to understanding each client’s unique style is what sets them apart!
Pictured with Lauren Foye is her talented team of stylists — Jess, Kimberly and Trish. Many friends, family and clients were present to celebrate Heads Up. Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Melanie Minter, Chamber Ambassadors and representatives are also pictured.
Heads Up Hair Salon is located at 344 S Cumberland St, Lebanon, TN 37087
