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Summertime Adventure in Arkansas
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he warm months have arrived, bringing with them longer days and the promise of new family memories to be made. An affordable getaway to The Natural State is the perfect excuse to soak up all the fun and sun this time of year offers. Centrally located and naturally beautiful, Arkansas is the ideal location for all types of families. Whether you’re drawn to the spa-like thermal baths and thrilling family
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activities in Hot Springs, the unmatched dining and historical significance of Little Rock, or the incredible underground caverns and endless watersports in northern Arkansas, there is something special for everyone to explore. As you begin planning you next family adventure, keep these top destinations in mind:
Blanchard Springs Caverns Located in northern Arkansas’ Ozark National Forest, Blanchard Springs
Caverns is a living cave constantly growing and changing, a result of flowing mountain spring water. This attraction features beautiful views of the cave’s glistening formations, an underground river, and the world’s largest flowstone. With a year-round temperature of 58 degrees, it’s a great place to explore during hot weather season. Ranked among the best cave systems in North America by USA Today and Travel Channel, it’s a can’t-miss continued on page 2A ...
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destination for kids and parents alike.
Garvan Woodland Gardens & Treehouse Nestled in the picturesque Ouachita Mountains of southwest Arkansas, the stunning botanical gardens represent Arkansas at its best. From its dynamic architectural structures to its whimsical botanical landscapes, Garvan Woodland Gardens provides an unforgettable escape to a serene paradise. The gardens also feature an engaging Children’s Adventure Garden, including a uniquely modern treehouse designed to teach children about nature through engaging and interactive exhibits.
Bathhouse Row One of the most historic attractions in Hot Springs, Bathhouse Row was designated as a National Historic Landmark District in 1987. This significant destination is composed of eight individual bathhouses offering visitors relaxing amenities ranging from traditional and modern spa services to a remodeled brewery and distillery.
Johnny Cash Boyhood Home Fans of American music icon Johnny
Cash and his legacy are invited to explore the 11-mile stretch of music greatness on Highway 67 in eastern Arkansas where Cash and other artists such as Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, and Jerry Lee Lewis launched their careers. Visitors will also have the chance to see Cash’s restored childhood home in Dyess, which was featured in his 2005 biopic “Walk the Line.”
Crater of Diamonds State Park Located in Murfreesboro, Crater of Diamonds State Park is the world’s only diamond-producing site open to the public. Visitors get a true one-of-a-kind experience – the adventure of hunting for real diamonds in the park’s 37-acre field that is the eroded surface of the world’s eighth largest diamond-bearing volcanic crater. The park also includes 47 Class AAA campsites and five walk-in tent sites with free Wi-Fi, an enclosed pavilion with air conditioning and heating, picnic sites, gift shop, trails, and the Diamond Springs Water Park, a play pool for visitors of all ages. To learn more about the wide variety of adventures available in The Natural State, visit www.Arkansas.com.
Performing Arts Mini Camp for Ages 5-10 Offered This Summer
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thens Area Council for the Arts is pleased to host a Performing Arts Mini Camp July 29 through August 2 at The Arts Center, located at 320 North White Street in Athens. For ages 5-10, the camp includes two hours of daily performing arts workshops Monday through Friday, ending in a performance on August 2 during Evening with the Stars at 7:30 pm. Only students who attend all five days of camp may participate in the performance on August 2. Camp day is 10 am to noon for ages 5-7 and 1 to 3 pm for ages 8-10. The camp will be led by Jennifer Nunley, and students will be learning music from Disney’s Frozen, Jr. The cost of camp is $45 for all five days of camp, or $12 a day, and a snack and all materials are included. Registration deadline for Performing Arts Mini Camp Summer 2019 is Friday, July 19. For questions or more information about this or any AACA program, contact The Arts Center by phone at 423-745-8781, by email at programs@athensartscouncil. org, or in person at 320 North White Street in Athens.
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thens Community Theatre (ACT) seeks men and boys ages 11 and up and women ages 16 and up. ACT encourages singers, actors, and dancers ages 17 and older to audition. The large ensemble offers roles for men and women of varying ages and ethnicities, with several big song and dance numbers. The Addams Family, A New Musical is directed by ACT veteran, Traci McKenzie, with music direction by ACT orchestra veteran and bassist with local band September Song, Joe Littleton, with choreography by Jedi Gabel. Everyone auditioning will be asked to sing a prepared solo, perform simple choreographed movements, and may be asked to read from the script. An accompanist will be provided. Anyone interested in working with the production in any capacity (set and costume construction, technical crew, backstage crew, orchestra) is encouraged to attend an audition.
The Characters Gomez Addams, Tenor (Bb2 - G4), 35-55: A man of Spanish descent who adores his wife, takes great pride in his children, and is immensely proud to be an Addams; caught between his daughter and his wife he feels completely trapped and unable to make either happy; must have great comedic timing, move well, and strong vocals; fencing skills a plus. Morticia Addams, Alto/Mezzo Sop. (G3 - Bb5), 35-55: Beautiful, leggy, the real head of the family and the critical and moving force behind it; easy comedic actress with a sexy, dry wit, feels her husband is hiding something from her and will use any tactic to lure the secret out; a strong dancer. Uncle Fester, Tenor (C3 - C5), 30-50; Serves as the musical’s narrator, rotund and child-like, hugely enthusiastic and totally incorrigible; a vaudevillian, needs strong comedy and tenor vocals. Wednesday Addams, strong pop voice with belt (A3 E5), 17-25 to play 18: Gothic in a cool way, witty with a terrifically dry sense of humor; just wants her family to be “normal” for one night to meet the parents of the boy she’s fallen in love with, strong pop belt vocals. Pugsley Addams, Strong high vocals (unchanged voice) 11-14 to play 12: A charming, funny (husky – can be costumed) boy who loves being tortured by his sister; he wants to ensure he won’t lose his sister to her new boyfriend so he takes matters into his own hands; strong, high vocals, voice not yet changed preferred but not required. Grandma, Strong character vocals (G4 - F5) 35+ to play feisty 102 year old woman: Fun and quirky, but don’t mess with Grandma; comedic actress with strong character vocals. Lurch, Bass (Eb2 - E4) 24-50: Seeking actors at least 6’1” – the taller the better; a man of very few words, often We just moved to a new home, so spoken at half speed; most of what he utters is long, plainthere were many projects. The living room was where we were struggling tive groans, some tinged with irony or exasperation; must the most and needed advice. It was have low bass vocals. really easy to work with Decorating Mal Beineke, bari-tenor (C3 - A4) 40-65: Stuffy father Den. Sandy was willing to keep of 19 year old Lucas and exasperated husband to his rhymsearching for furniture and decor until we were happy. She found ing wife, Alice; thinks the Addams’ are beyond strange I have worked with designers before, but I always felt pressured to pieces that we would have never and does not want to spend time having dinner with them, do what the designer wanted to do. I found Sandy Kozar to be a come across on our own. And she much less be related. wonderful listener. She utilized the pieces in my home that mean definitely had ideas and suggestions Alice Beinecke, soprano/high belt (Ab3 - G#5), 40-65: something to me and was willing and able to work them in along that we would have not th ought of with some fresh new pieces to make it all come together in a and that helped us mix some of our Mother of 19 year old Lucas, seemingly mousy housewife antique pieces with the new comfortable and beautiful way. Their window treatments exceed who’s devoted to her family so she puts aside her own defurniture. I'm really proud of our any I have ever seen before. The quality is amazing, and Sandy is sires; while at the Addams’ family dinner party, she drinks home now and love being in it, and I extremely talented in choosing the right fabrics and colors. You a potion that causes her to let her hair down and speak her could not have done it by myself. cannot go wrong. I highly recommend Sandy Kozar and her team. truth; very strong comedic singer/actress. - Jane of Bearden, TN - Jeanne of Farragut, TN Lucas Beinecke, Pop Tenor (C3 - C5), 17 to 25 to play 19: Young man who fell in love with Wednesday Addams and plans to marry her; experiences the youthful pain and drama of young love and struggles with the differences Complimentary between his family and the Addams family. In-Home Consultation The Ancestors, SATB, 16 and older: Strong contemSandyKozar.DecoratingDen.com porary singer/dancers who have a fun, quirky sensibility. skozar@decoratingden.com Knowledge of tango and flamenco dancing a plus. Must 865.392.6222 be able to hold harmonies and portray recognizable histor521 Lovell Road, Suite 205 ical archetypes. Includes: Caveman, conquistador, soldier, Knoxville, TN 37932 pilgrim, bride, flapper, flight attendant, Native American (more possibly) founding father, Viking opera singer. CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS | FURNITURE | WALL & FLOOR COVERINGS | BEDDING | LIGHTING | ART | ACCESSORIES | HUNTER DOUGLAS DEALER Audition dates are July 20 at 6 pm and July 28 at 2 pm. The production dates are October 11-20. For more information, call 423-745-8781.
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AACA Seeks Submissions to Exposure:
Second Annual Photography Competition and Exhibit at The Arts Center
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thens Area Council for the Arts seeks submission of work by area amateur and professional photographers in Exposure, a juried exhibit and competition now through August 12. “We had such a strong level of participation last year in our first show that we knew we should host a second photography exhibit,” said Leslie Arnold, gallery coordinator for Athens Area Council for the Arts. “This year, to protect amateur photographers interested in participating, we are awarding prizes in two separate categories.” AACA is proud to have Ben Finch of Finch Photography, a renowned local photographer, return as host judge for this competition. A long-time collaborator and designer for AACA’s annual Arts Guide, Ben has years of experience and awards in both digital and film photography. Finch will select at least five prize winners and possibly more, depending on entry fees collected. Cash prizes will be awarded for Best in Show, as well as Best Film and Best Digital Photograph and 1st and 2nd place in each division. Another exciting development in this year’s contest is that the 1st place winner of the professional division will be invited for a solo exhibition at The Arts Center in 2020. Photographers may enter work using the online entry form (first step is digital submission only), and AACA must receive entry fees for work to be judged ($10 per digital entry, $5 per film entry). Detailed information on entry criteria, as well as the submission and judging process, is available at www.athensartscouncil.org. AACA encourages photographers to plan to frame or at least mat photographs that are accepted into the exhibition and competition before delivery. Awards will be presented to winners on Friday, July 20, at the Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony, which starts at 5:30 pm. ACT’s theatre camp presents its production of Robin Hood at 7:30 pm after the reception on July 20. Entry to both events is free and open to the public. The Visual Arts committee presents six to eight exhibitions annually, at least one of which is typically open to the public for entries. For more information on this exhibit and all AACA programs, call 423-745-8781, visit www. athensartscouncil.org, or stop by The Arts Center at 320 North White Street in Athens.
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Lecturer Tells the Story of the “Berlin Candy Bomber”
Medals Presented to Cadets
By James Patterson
(From L to R) Colonel Don Edmands, Jr., USAF (Ret), presents medals to Cadet Major Thomas Tefft, Cadet Lt Col Evann Richardson, and Cadet Major Madison Lobre at Spangdahlem (AFB) High School, Germany, during the end of year award ceremonies
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n a recent meeting, American Legion Post 256 once again hosted lecturer and author, Rachael Yarnell Thompson. On this visit, Mrs. Thompson conveyed the story of the “Berlin Candy Bomber.” It’s a heartwarming story of Colonel Gail Seymour “Hal” Halvorsen, now a retired officer and command pilot of the United States Air Force. Col Halvorsen gained fame by dropping candy to German children during the Berlin Airlift from 1948 to 1949. The children coined him with the names “Candy Bomber” and “Uncle Wiggly Wings.” Known as Wiggly Wings because that’s how the children could distinguish his aircraft from the many others, he told them “I’ll rock (wiggle) my wings.” For more information about the American Legion, visit the Post 256 website at www. tellicolakepost256.org.
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ollowing the presentation of the Distinguished Unit Award to the Spangdahlem High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC), medals were presented to the students for outstanding service. Cadet Major Thomas Tefft from Fresno, California, received the American Legion Military Excellence Medal. He plans to join the Marine Corps following high school. His father is principal at the high school. Cadet Lt Col Evann Richardson was presented the Sons of the American Legion SAR Bronze ROTC Medal. He hails from Colorado Springs, Colorado, and plans to attend Colorado State University, majoring in U.S. government and policy. His father is Flight Chief for the 52nd
Mabry-Hazen House Celebrates Independence Day with “Fourth of July on Mabry’s Hill”
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abry-Hazen House is hosting an old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration on Thursday, July 4th, from 5:30 to 10 pm. Gather with friends, family, and museum staff to celebrate Independence Day, the Declaration of Independence, and community. Enjoy great views, good food and beer, live music, and tours of the 1858 house in a fun, casual atmosphere. Last year nearly 250 people attended our Fourth of July celebration, and we expect the same attendance this year. Overlooking downtown Knoxville to the west and the Great Smoky Mountains to south, historic Mabry’s Hill enjoys a spectacular view of the City of Knoxville’s Festival on the Fourth fireworks. Launched from Henley Street Bridge, the western side of Mabry’s Hill offers an unparalleled seat to the city’s firework show. “When you see the view here, you understand what drew the Mabrys, Civil War armies, the Hazens, and present-day Knoxvillians to this place,” said Patrick Hollis,
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• 2,057 sq. ft. with Craftsman style front elevation. • A massive coffered ceiling throughout the main living area and a double tray ceiling in the master bedroom add a sophisticated feeling of elegant volume. • Fabulous walk-in marble/acrylic shower. • Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the entire living area. • Granite kitchen features wood cabinets and extra large pantry. • 10’x17’8” open grilling and sunning patio. • Large 10’x22’ screened patio. • Plus, much more!
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current remodeling project here at The Village Salon and to an extent has been turned loose to complete the job. The parallels between her job and your stylist’s job are quite remarkable. Renee asked very important questions and established very important parameters prior to taking on the job. Once her vision for the changes came to her, she began the project in two separate phases. Many of our guests would ask me what exactly we were
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going to do to the salon, and most all of them were shocked when my reply was that I didn’t know. The reason their question couldn’t be answered is Brian K. Whitehead because the project had Managing Partner been turned loose to Miss The Village Salon Renee. Since my particular area of expertise lies in The Village Salon 222 Village Square coloring hair, it is likely best in Tellico Village that the decisions made on the 865-458-9332 remodel of the salon are left thevillagesalon@aol.com to the people whose expertise lies in interior design. It is this Turning Loose that could possibly help you on your visits to the salon. Simply tell your stylist the expectations and budgets you have, and then allow them to take care of the rest of the project. You may find that Turning Loose of your control and absolving yourself from the decision making process will provide you with the best results. Turning Loose this project to Miss Renee has provided us with a fabulous, fresh new look, and my own absence from the decision making part has made it stress-free. So give Turning Loose with your stylist a try, and enjoy the experience.
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thens has a new attraction, and so far, it is drawing huge crowds. The much anticipated splash pad opened in May to a lot of happy and wet faces, both children and adults. Beside the many water features, there are three shaded structures constructed at the splash pad grounds for party rentals and other gatherings. Recent changes at the park include the addition of new rubber chips around the splash pad and existing playground area making it a safe place to play. A sidewalk connects to the adjacent soccer field parking
lot northwest of the splash pad, which is immediately adjacent to the existing playground. This area has plenty of parking for buses and other vehicles. The park already receives thousands of visitors monthly and hosts baseball, softball, and soccer tournaments. The Athens Regional Park is located at 101 Regional Park Drive off of Decatur Pike about half a mile from Interstate 75. For more information, call the Athens Parks and Recreation Department at 423-744-2704 or visit www. cityofathenstn.com/parks.
Downtown Knoxville Organization Updates Focus, Brand to Reflect District’s Vibrancy
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n 1993, when the Downtown Knoxville Central Business Improvement District (CBID) was formed, most people agreed that downtown Knoxville needed significant improvement, with the city center nearly devoid of residents and essentially deserted after the workday ended. Not so today. Downtown residents, workers, and visiting guests now enjoy what some have described as a surprisingly vibrant city – at all times of day. The district now includes dining, hotels, shopping, theaters, parks, public art, and more, all in a 0.67 square mile, walkable area. As of June 7, the CBID is known as the Downtown Knoxville Alliance (DKA). The name and corresponding logo reflect extensive research conducted by Robin Easter Design with downtown stakeholders and the organization’s staff, board, and committee members. “Our goal with the new name and brand is to reflect the vibrancy of downtown Knoxville today,” said Michele Hummel, DKA Executive Director. “Downtown Knoxville is moving beyond the ‘improvement’ stage, and the Downtown Knoxville Alliance now is focused on retaining and attracting a thriving community of residents, businesses, and visitors.” Through the research, the district was characterized as an inviting, inclusive, and intimate community offering a unique and diverse selection of dining, musical, artistic, and cultural experiences. “Downtown Knoxville receives high praise for its incredible energy, blend of history and unique character, and the quality and variety of arts, culture, and cuisine offered in a walkable district,” said Tim Hill, chair of the DKA board of directors. “The Alliance will continue to support these defining characteristics as we embrace the possibilities of this renewed brand.” In addition to enhancing and promoting the district, the DKA provides financial support for events located downtown, including Nourish Knoxville’s Farmers’ Market, the Asian Culture Center of Tennessee’s Asian Festival, and the Dogwood Arts Festival and Rhythm N’ Blooms by Dogwood Arts. It also promotes and produces popular downtown events such as the monthly First Friday ArtWalk, the summertime, kid-focused “Where’s Waldo?” scavenger hunt, and the holiday-themed Peppermint Trail, all designed to encourage residents and visitors to explore the district’s eclectic mix of merchants. To keep up to date on the latest developments, visit www. downtownknoxville.org, which has been updated to reflect the new brand, and connect with downtown Knoxville on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Loudon County Habitat for Humanity Dedicates 115th House
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Dedication guests take turns signing a board that will be used in the next Habitat house.
The Vazquez-Pantoja Family
n Friday, June 7th, Loudon County Habitat for Humanity dedicated the new home of Jose Vazquez and Guadalupe Pantoja. Family and friends were treated to a break from the rain to allow for a beautiful celebration and ceremony, which included “handing over the house keys.” Local residents Dirk and Jennifer Cox were joined by the Community Church of Tellico Village to sponsor the new house, located in Habitat’s Hope Haven neighborhood in Loudon. Attendees also included those who worked alongside the family to build their new home, including volunteers from the Community Church at Tellico Village, plus other volunteers, donors, and even some of Jose and Guadalupe’s new neighbors. “We are excited about dedicating our 115th house and helping another family become homeowners,” said Chris Callahan, Habitat’s homeowner services director. “There’s so much need in our county for decent and affordable housing,” he added, noting that Habitat receives more than 50 pre-applications each year. Dirk and Jennifer Cox presented the family with the keys to their new home and a Bible, a gift traditionally given to each new Habitat family. The ceremony included a blessing of the new Habitat home by Reverend Devin Phillips of the Community Church at Tellico Village. “Dirk and Jenny are wonderfully humble and generous,” said Tony Gibbons,
International, a worldwide Christian housing organization. All funds to build in Loudon County are raised locally to provide safe, affordable houses for low-income families who are willing to partner with Habitat. These partner families help build their
The Vazquez-Pantoja family in front of their new home.
Habitat Executive Director. “They were looking to give back to their community and saw Habitat for Humanity as a way to do this,” adding that Habitat’s mission is not possible without support from the sponsors and volunteers. “We are thankful to have the support of Dirk and Jenny and such a strong relationship with the Community Church at Tellico Village.” This house represents the first house sponsored by the Cox family and the 6th house built by the Community Church at Tellico Village and its members. Additional support comes from the Loudon County Habitat’s ReStore, Groundbreakers Club, Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati, SouthEast Bank, USDA Rural Development, Malibu Boats, and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Jose and Guadalupe will officially purchase the home in a few weeks. Loudon County Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity
houses and then buy them from Habitat through an affordable mortgage. Funds from these mortgages go into a Fund for Humanity, which allows Habitat to build other houses. For more information, visit www.loudoncountyhabitat.org.
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LAKEFRONT/MTN VIEWS 163 Chuniloti Way 4BD/4.1BA 5,728 sq ft $1,295,000
LAKEFRONT 144 Noya Trace 3BD/3.1BA 3,421 sq ft $859,000
LAKEFRONT TOWNHOME 249 Coyatee Shores 3BD/3BA 3,800 sq ft $639,000
LAKEFRONT TOWNHOME 102 Caddo Lane 3BD/2.1BA 2,804 sq ft $629,900
GOLF FRONT 114 Talah Way 4BD/3BA 3,288 sq ft $489,500
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LAKEVIEW 403 Awohili Trace 3BD/2.1BA 3,266 sq ft $479,000
LAKE & MTN VIEW TOWNHOME 304 Chota Landing Trace 3BD/2BA 2,154 sq ft $410,000
GOLF FRONT 100 Tooweka Circle 3BD/3BA 3,210 sq ft $379,000
CUSTOM BUILT 252 Chatuga Way 3BD/3BA 3,345 sq ft $368,000
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LAKEFRONT LOT 163 Indian Shadows Drive Harbour Place $325,000
RANCH HOME 164 Saloli Way 3BD/2BA 1,976 sq ft $319,900
LAKEFRONT LOT 110 Noya Lane Lot 6 Block 1 Mialaquo Point $279,000
BASEMENT RANCH 106 Santee Way 4BD/3BA 3,136 sq ft $329,000
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163 Chuniloti Way $1,295,000 MLS# 1070364
256 Cheestana Way $999,000 MLS #1049955
111 Doostoo Lane $974,900 MLS #1077984
144 Noya Trace $859,000 – MLS #1074952
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Lake Front – Tellico Village
Lake Front - Tellico Village
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2126 Cruze Road $790,000 – MLS #1056618
166 Oonoga Way $740,000 – MLS #1067272
153 Cheeskogili Way $719,000 MLS #1062469
180 Oonoga Way $699,750 MLS # 1059415
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Lake Front Townhome – Tellico Village
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102 Caddo Lane $629,900 MLS #1080121
320 Kiyuga Way $625,000 – MLS #1075323
155 Saloli Way $628,500-MLS#1027212
249 Coyatee Shores $639,000 MLS #1080113
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626 Tanasi Lane $625,000 – MLS #1084278
120 Tigitsi Lane $625,000-MLS#1015494
349 Golanvyi Trail $598,000 – MLS #1074977
108 Tanasi Drive $575,000 MLS #1083659
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Custom Built – Tellico Village
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Custom Built – Tellico Village
222 Chickasaw Lane $579,000 – MLS #1073849
102 Eufaula Trace $569,000 – MLS #1080592
107 Daleyuhski Way $538,900 – MLS #1073957
128 Depew Drive $529,900 – MLS #1078559
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213 Chickasaw Lane $524,000 – MLS #1078197
270 Osprey Circle $517,000 – MLS #1076919
117 Seminole Lane $509,900 – MLS #1053255
103 Waynoka Lane $489,900 – MLS #1082920
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114 Talah Way $489,500 MLS #1078660
945 Ironwood Lane $479,900 – MLS#1059086
403 Awohili Trace $479,000 – MLS #1076691
129 Kiowa Way $464,500 – MLS #1071360
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128 Tommotley Drive $455,900 – MLS #1074978
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304 Chota Landing Drive $410,000 – MLS #1082365
100 Okema Place $399,900 –MLS #1063819
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412 Skiatook Lane $399,900 – MLS #1070435
278 Coyatee Drive N $378,000 – MLS #1070340
114 Alichanoska Lane $374,900 – MLS #1070680
405 Cheestana Lane $375,000 – MLS #1074498
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Lake View – Tellico Village
Custom Built – Tellico Village
Custom Built – Tellico Village
209 Oligi Circle $375,000 – MLS #1076964
211 Kiowa Point $375,000 -MLS #1077050
252 Chatuga Way $368,000 – MLS #1076521
108 Hanani Trail $350,000 MLS #1079240
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Seasonal Mtn View – Tellico Village
Basement Ranch – Tellico Village
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242 Tommotley Drive $350,000 MLS #1082594
173 Tommotley Drive $349,900 – ML S#1074528
106 Santee Way $329,000 – MLS#1045289
126 Pocola Way $324,900 – MLS #1063356
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129 Konawa Way $318,500 – MLS #1061599
164 Saloli Way $319,900 – MLS #1074745
201 Toqua Greens Lane $299,000 – MLS #1081076
206 Daksi Lane $289,900 – MLS #1071495
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Charming Ranch – Tellico Village
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Townhome – Tellico Village
105 Seminole Lane $265,900 – MLS #1079293
104 Osage Lane $259,900 - MLS #1079267
201 Chota Hills Lane $229,000 – MLS #1076456
522 Tanasi Circle $283,900 – MLS #1076213
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Lake Front – Tellico Village
Lake Front – Tellico Village
Lake Front – Tellico Village
Lake Front – Tellico Village
Lot 2 Blk 13 Mialaquo Coves $575,000 – MLS #1080208
Lot 4 Blk 13 Tanasi Coves $399,900 – MLS #1071210
Lot 2 Blk 12 Tommotley Coves $369,900 – MLS #999896
Lot 4 Blk 1 Chota Cove $335,000 – MLS #1004638
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Lake Front – Tellico Village
Lake Front – Tellico Village
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Golf Front – Tellico Village
Lot 36 Blk 12 Kahite $349,000 – MLS #1066044
Lot 6 Blk 1 Mialaquo Point $279,000 MLS #1071796
Lot 3 Blk 22 Kahite $95,000 MLS #1064714
Lot 8 Blk 36 Kahite $47,500 – MLS #1077220
TV Lions Wrap Up Banner Year with Awards and Recognition
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OW!!! What a year!” With those words, outgoing King Lion, Ed Roeber, opened the final dinner meeting of the Lions’ business year on a recent Tuesday evening. This meeting traditionally serves as the capstone of the year, where accomplishments are reviewed and those responsible recognized in suitable fashion and also when a new slate of officers takes command to guide the club in the upcoming business year. All of these things were, in fact, completed. The true highlight of the year and the single factor that most embodies the club’s accomplishment of the Lions’ motto of “WE SERVE” was the fact that the club raised and donated more than $50,000 to support various service activities in Loudon County, East Tennessee, and to national organizations. The biggest single consumer of these funds was the free eyeglass program conducted in connection with monthly health fairs at the Good Samaritan Center in Lenoir City. Eye examinations and glasses provided to 136 indigent citizens of the county cost the club $15,540. Because of the success of this program, it is being expanded to offer the same service at the Good Shepherd Center in Madisonville, commencing in September. Cash donations were made to the following local organizations: The Mid-East Community Action Agency, Children’s Food Paks at TV First Baptist Church, WaTER, Good Samaritan Center, Loudon County Habitat for Humanity, Second Harvest, Iva’s Place, United Way of LC, Friends of the TV Library, TVVFD, Smoky Mountain Service Dogs, and East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. State-wide organizations included St. Jude’s Cancer Center, Lions Volunteer Blind Industries, TN School for the Blind, ET Lions Eye Bank, TN Lions Eye Center at Vanderbilt University, and Leader Dogs for the Blind. National organizations receiving donations included the Yellow Ribbon Fund, Fisher House Foundation, American Diabetes Association, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and Remote Area Medical. This level of support to these organizations is only possible because of the support of the residents of TV for all of the fundraising activities the TV Lions conduct. THANK YOU! In addition to raising and disbursing funds and conducting health fairs, the Lions also conduct other vision related programs in the Loudon County schools and daycare centers. In the schools, 4,661 students were vision-screened, with 555 referred for further treatment due to indications of vision problems or eye disease. In daycare centers, 567 children five years of age and below were screened, with 57 indicating needs for further examination due to potential eye problems. These referrals are key since early detection of problems can prevent serious vision problems in later life. The TV Lions also conduct programs to collect used items for recycling and further use, primarily overseas. The biggest collection effort, in terms of volume, is the collection of used pill containers. Last business year 10,409 were collected (1,809 during the unneeded drug collection effort in Tellico Village) and transported to Ohio, where they are processed and eventually sent to third world countries for use in medical programs in those locations. The next largest program is used eyeglass collection; 1,872 of these were collected and sent to Roanoke, VA, where they are processed and also sent to third world countries for use by indigent residents of those areas. The last and unfortunately, smallest program, is used hearing aid collection. Only 13 pair were collected and sent to Maryville for processing and donation to indigent citizens of Loudon County. The Lions hope to grow
The passing of the gavel from Ed Roeber to the new King Lion Larry Elder.
this program in the future, since being able to hear is a significant determinant of quality of life. Next on the agenda was the recognition of members of the club who made significant contributions to the club and merited verbal recognition or one of several awards given annually. Twenty-one club members were given certificates of appreciation for their participation in the following club programs: Health Fairs, Flyer Delivery, Vision Screening, the Golf-for-Sight Outing, Oktoberfest, Chili/Soup Dinner, and the Arts and Crafts Fair. Club awards recognizing general excellence of performance on a number of tasks were presented as follows: Club Rookie Member of the Year – Kathleen Dooley, Lion of the Year – Rosie Sylvester, and Lions of the Decade – Mike Kittl and Larry Stickler. The last two awards presented were Lions Club International Awards made on a recommendation by the TV Lions Club. These are the Melvin Jones Fellowship (MJF) Awards. These are given to individuals who not only serve their clubs in an exemplary fashion, but also are active in Lionism at the district and/or state level and are active in their communities. The member receiving the MJF award was Curt Isakson. In his 10 years as a club member, he has served in various positions, including president, worked in virtually every fundraiser during his tenure, chaired the program that recorded books for the blind and dyslexic, currently chairs the vision screening program, serves on the BOD of TN Volunteer Blind Industries, and is active in a variety of activities in Tellico Village and Loudon County. In a historic departure for the TV Lions, a second MJF, for significant community service, was awarded, but this one to an individual not a member of the club. This award was presented to Dr. Dennis H. Benedict, an Optometric Physician who is a member of the Good Samaritan Health Fair team and runs the vision portion of that program. Without his support, the club would not have been able to provide free examinations and eyeglasses to almost 600 indigent residents of Loudon County during the course of the last several years. His participation in this program is the current phase of a lifetime of community service
Presentation of the MJF awards to Dr. Benedict (above) and Curt Isakson (below).
in the local community where he practiced, as well as in support of overseas missions. KL Roeber then turned the meeting over to Lion Paulette Bailey, a former village resident and member of the club and a distinguished Lion having served in a variety of District officer positions, including District Governor. Her task was empanelling the slate of officers that will lead the club in 2019-2020, a period that includes the club’s 20th anniversary. The new slate includes President/ King Lion – Larry Elder, Vice Presidents – Chris Garner, Ron Lockhart, and Rosie Sylvester, Secretary – Harmon Towne, Treasurer – Dennis Kelly, Lion Tamer – Perry Sylvester, Tail Twister – Gerald Edgell, Membership Chair – Rosie Sylvester, Directors – Curt Isakson, Wayne DeLawter, Randy Heiden, Maureen Beyel, Larry Taylor, and John Diehm. In wrapping up a great evening, the new King Lion, Larry Elder said, “As we have shown tonight, we are a great club with a phenomenal membership, capable of doing great things for our community. Let’s extend that record into our new business year.”
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s the temperature goes up, The Lily Pad prices go down! All summer merchandise is now 25% off, leading up to our HUGE semi-annual 50% off sale beginning Saturday, July 20, at 10 am. As most of you know, this day has become quite a great social event! You’ll see lots of your friends and neighbors, all having fun and assisting each other find bargains galore! To prepare for this major event, beginning July 1st, the entire “LaSale Boutique” (the large room in the rear of the store) goes to 70% off, clearing the way for the next season! Shop our great selections of cotton gauze, now the most popular items we carry during the sweltering summer heat. These lines never go on sale as they’ve become staples yearround per customer request! Many new styles and colors are arriving daily, so visit our website or the store to check these lines out... unbelievable comfort, quality and design! Funky and fun, these styles take you anywhere! Remember to mark July 20th on your calendar... it’s a day we look forward to… seeing so many of our Lily Pad friends on one day, enjoying yourselves and looking for your Lily Pad finds! You may want to come in ahead of time, try on and make your list so you’ll know what to hurry in for on the morning of the sale! We look forward, as you do, to this fabulous event! There’s no way to clear the store of summer stock in one day,
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July & August Events at The Public Library at Tellico Village
»» Thursday, July 4 - The library is closed. »» Tuesday, July 16, 10 am to 12 pm - Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11. Jim Roger’s presentation will include the NASA feed to TV networks of the launch (including air-to-ground communications and NASA commentary), the lunar landing, moonwalk and recovery. Jim will also bring memorabilia from his personal space flight collection. Please call The Public Library at Tellico Village, 865-458-5199, to reserve a seat for this free event. »» Tuesday, July 30, 4:30 to 5:30 pm - Bruce Landis of Providence Advisors presents Making Medicare Easier. Please call the library at 865-458-5199 to reserve a seat at this free program. »» Friday, August 2, 10 am to 12 pm - First Friday Author for August, J. Kyle Johnson, author of Firedamp:
A Killing at Kettle Island. This is historical fiction right in our backyard in Pineville, Kentucky. He references a mining explosion on the day he was born that changed his life forever. He wants to honor Pineville and its residents by entertaining us with a superb “who-done-it” circa 1930. Most of his writing is based on actual characters and events associated with family and friends. Kyle lives in rural East Tennessee after a 35 year career with science and engineering contractors of the federal government. He was born in Pineville, Kentucky, and raised in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. He received his BS and MA degrees from Tennessee Tech University (‘75, ‘77). »» Tuesday, August 13, 10 am to 2 pm - Meet Scott Bishop at the library’s event: Treasures, Antiques,
and Collectibles. Scott has been in the design and antique business for more than 40 years. He will be providing evaluations for these items. Tickets are available (only 40). The cost is $25, and you may bring two portable-by-hand items. Observers are welcome at no charge but will “take a back seat” to the ticket buyers. »» Tuesday, August 20 and 27, 11 am to noon - Gerald Augustus, from the Civil War Roundtable, will speak to “The Big and the Little: Revolvers and Artillery in the Civil War” on August 20, and on August 27, he will discuss “Which Sword Should I Carry? The Swords Worn by the Soldiers in the Civil War.” These two events are free of charge, but we ask that you call the library at 865-458-5199 to reserve a seat.
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14A • East Tennessee’s Mountain Views, July, 2019
Another Reason to Rejoice
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oinciding with its fifth anniversary celebration as a chartered congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church in Tellico Village purchased the building at 143 Chota Center in Tellico Village (across from the POA offices), where it has been leasing space for the past 10 years. “In the past few years, we have seen significant growth and are now a bit cramped for space,” said Tom Schemberger, Shepherd of the Lake Council president. “The purchase of the 8,000 square foot building and parking lot opens up new possibilities for growth and expansion and ensures Shepherd of the Lake’s future in Tellico Village. In owning the building, we can expand and functionally improve the interior space of our church. We are also planning architectural changes to the building’s exterior.” The seller of the building is Click Funeral Homes, which will lease space in the building and maintain its long running presence in Tellico Village. “We are especially pleased with our excellent relationship with Click Funeral Homes and expect it to continue for many years in the future,” said Schemberger.
“What a wonderful way to celebrate the fifth anniversary of our congregation’s founding,” said Reverend Ingrid Schalk, pastor at Shepherd of the Lake. “The purchase of the building offers new possibilities for growth and expansion and additional opportunities for welcoming and serving our community as we share God’s love with the world. Truly, ‘The Lord has done great things for us and we are filled with joy.’ Psalm 126:3.” As an ELCA church, Shepherd of the Lake’s members share a living, daring confidence in God’s grace. Liberated by faith, the ELCA embraces individuals as a whole person – questions, complexities, and all. With four million members who actively participate in God’s work in the world, ELCA members believe they are freed in Christ to serve and love its neighbor. It is a church that belongs to Christ. Shepherd of the Lake holds Sunday services at 9 am with Holy Communion. All are welcome. Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church 143 Chota Center Loudon, TN 37774 865-816-4756 admin@shepherdofthelaketn.org
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Everyone Loves Flowers!
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n our years delivering Random Acts of Flowers to people in healthcare facilities, we have found that men sometimes need a little convincing before they receive them. Just such a thing happened on a recent delivery, until the volunteer thought to ask an elderly gentleman if he was a veteran. He said he was, and so she selected an arrangement for him that had been created out of red, white, and blue flowers and was topped off with an American flag. The gentleman was initially reluctant to accept any flowers, but once he saw the beautifully patriotic bouquet, he happily accepted. Then he smiled and welcomed the chance to talk about his military experience in the Navy during WWII. The volunteer spent some time with him thanking him for his service and giving him a personal moment of kindness. He told her that he rarely got visitors, let alone flowers, and he was really appreciative of the opportunity to visit with someone and to receive such a beautiful bouquet. We are always amazed by what a simple bouquet of flowers delivered with a caring human touch can do for a person!
Random Acts of Flowers improves the emotional health and well-being of individuals in healthcare facilities by delivering recycled flowers, encouragement, and personal moments of kindness. Please help us keep the joy of our mission going forward by volunteering or donating to our effort of delivering hope and encouragement. For more information, call us at 865-633-9082, email us at info@ rafknoxville.org, or visit www.RAFknoxville.org.
Knoxville Navitat Discount Days Support the Smokies
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riends of the Smokies and Navitat Canopy Adventures are partnering to show their love for Great Smoky Mountains National Park on three special days this summer. Call and mention Friends of the Smokies to book your adventure with Navitat Asheville or Navitat Knoxville for July 30, August 17, or September 28 to receive a 10% discount, plus a portion of sales will be donated directly back to Friends of the Smokies. Each of the dates celebrates a piece of the partnership between Friends of the Smokies, our parks and public
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lands, and gateway communities. » Tuesday, July 30 – International Day of Friendship » Saturday, August 17 – National Nonprofit Day » Saturday, September 28 – National Public Lands Day “We are very excited to partner with Navitat on both sides of the mountains to raise money for the Smokies,” said Tim Chandler, Friends of the Smokies Executive Director & CEO. “The three discount days coming up this summer are a perfect way to support the national park and get your adrenaline pumping at the same time!” “Friends of the Smokies provides vital funding and programming support to GSMNP, and Navitat is proud to be a contributor to this wonderful cause,” said Ken Stamps, CEO and Managing Partner of Navitat Canopy Adventures. Call either Navitat location to book your adventure and mention Friends of the Smokies to receive the discount: Navitat Asheville is located at 242 Poverty Branch Road in Barnardsville, NC. Call 828-626-3700. Navitat Knoxville is located at 2915 Island Home Avenue in Knoxville. Call 855-628-4828. Friends of the Smokies is an official non-profit partner of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and has raised more than $65 million to support critical park programs and maintain the Smokies as a crown jewel of the National Park Service. Find your park at www. FriendsOfTheSmokies.org.
July, 2019, East Tennessee’s Mountain Views • 15A
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307 E 2nd Ave, Lenoir City, TN 37771 $425,000 MLS #1077399
$299,900 4206 Shaw Ferry Rd, Lenoir City, TN 37772 $299,900 MLS #1071979 Stucco and cedar siding with stacked stone trim, gas heat, electric cooling, wood burning fireplace with gas lighter. Vaulted ceiling dining room, kitchen with eating area, sunroom. Floored storage above the garage. Basement with a multi-purpose room and a half bath. Single car garage in basement used as a workshop/storage area
Step into timeless elegance of yesteryear’s charm in this finely crafted, well preserved home. Features Palladian windows, gorgeous heart pine & red oak flooring, crown molding throughout. Formal living area as you enter the home shows off the quality workmanship, dbl 8 ft pocket doors will take you to the parlor, another set of the same pocket doors takes you to the formal dining room. Kitchen features a breakfast area & access to the sunroom & patio. Main level features a renovated bath with glass enclosed shower. Den area w/ access to the covered porch. Upstairs features a renovated bath, 5 bedrooms, large linen room & enclosed sunroom that isn’t part of the sq footage. Outside features a wraparound porch w/ finished pine floors. Garage w/ room for 2 cars. Been in the same family since 1920s.
998 Britts Drive, Lenoir City, TN 37772 $449,900 MLS #1075681 Stunning ALL BRICK basement ranch with the POTENTIAL of almost 6,000 FINISHED SQ FT in desirable Rockingham subdivision! This home has been meticulously cared for and is full of high-end upgrades throughout. The 3,000+ sq ft main level offers an inviting open concept living space with large family room, kitchen, dining area & enclosed patio perfect for entertaining. Gourmet kitchen is equipped with high end SS appliances including 2 ovens, granite tops, walk-in pantry & TONS of cabinets. Master suite has trey ceilings, new carpet & spa-like ensuite bath with separate soaking tub and shower. Downstairs awaits ENDLESS possibilities with 2,800+ sq ft perfect for a workshop or could be easily finished to include an added bedroom, rec room, bathroom & more! Call today to schedule your private tour! Current owner has spared no expense in equipping this home with topnotch upgrades and features. Some of these include installing Jeld Wen Casement windows to enclose both the upstairs and downstairs patios, custom blinds throughout, additional cabinets for added storage in all bathrooms and laundry room, Gutter Guards and new irrigation system. The list of features that make this property stand out from the rest is unlimited! Some of these include recirculation system for instant hot water throughout the house, motion censored overhead garage door lights, and poured concrete walls and safe room in basement. HVAC unit has had routine maintenance twice a year to ensure proper and efficient operation. Rockingham subdivision is a well-established subdivision conveniently located close to Lenoir City, Farragut, and Turkey Creek. Just minutes from I-40 & I-75, schools, shopping, and dining. All within county limits to keep taxes low.
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1130 Shell Community Rd Philadelphia, TN 37846 $699,900 MLS #1082970
2+ ACRES OF PRIVATE LAKEFRONT. A flat walk to the water with rip-rap banks! Just 1 mile to the main Hwy and only 20 minutes to Farragut or Maryville. No HOA! Private boat launch with dock, 2nd covered boat dock features lift & party deck w/ fireplace. 3Br 2.5Ba brick basement ranch w/ circular drive and meticulously maintained park-like setting features updated kitchen, geo-thermal heating & cooling, upper & lower garage, huge workshop, 2 indoor storage rooms, 2 fireplaces, lake-fed irrigation, a bathhouse, and more. You don’t often see a large private lake lot this close to town! Appointment w/ List Agent only. Buyers must have prequal letter to view.
2 HOMES ON NEARLY 25 ACRES OF FARMLAND & WOODED PRIVACY! One owner, well-maintained log home with 6 year old dbl wide in excellent condition. A separate parcel of 13.5 acres is in included in this price, adjoining parcel located in Loudon County has road frontage access at Davis Dairy Rd. Log home features open floor plan, stack stone fireplace, lg kitchen with island and pine cabinets, master on the main as well as another bedroom, upstairs features 2 bdrs, bath and loft overlooking the living area, lg covered front porch & screened porch to the rear. Dbl wide features 3 bdrs and 2 baths, lg covered deck overlooking the pasture land. Property has been used for cattle, fenced with a pond. Presently no cattle but absolutely gorgeous property and well maintained.
218 Tecumseh Way Loudon, TN 37774 $599,000 MLS#1076692
12250 Highway 70 E Lenoir City, TN 37772 $415,900 MLS #1079139
WATER ACCESS HOME – Water views – Tanasi golf neighborhood. New 15k paver patio completed in May 2019, newer master bath, great room & dining rooms have cathedral ceilings & hardwood floors. Large kitchen w/ granite, plenty of maple cabinets, island, gas range, stone backsplash, butler pantry, desk, some glass doors. Gas fireplace, private irrigation well for irrigation and car washes. Large screen porch and grill area w/ lake views. 2 AC units and 2 propane warm heaters, cedar closet, nice front porch, driveway has easy turn around. Tall ceilings in lower level, lot next door may be available for sale in separate deal.
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ATTN HOBBY FARMERS, HORSE LOVERS, AND CAR FANATICS! 5.76 unrestricted acres. Completely renovated craftsman style home. One mile from the Knox Co. line, mins to Turkey Creek. New roof, new siding, gutter, low e windows, and flooring. Gourmet kitchen has all-new cabinets, brushed stainless GE Appliances, and quartz countertops. Walk-in closets in every bedroom. New LED lighting throughout. Two master suites, Juliet balcony off upstairs master. Detached 739 sq ft garage perfect for car lovers. Home warranty included.
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308 Tanasi Point Loudon, TN 37774 $674,900 MLS#1074956
1458 Marble Hill Rd Greenback, TN 37742 $625,000 MLS #1082563
WATERFRONT HOME ON A GREAT COVE IN TELLICO VILLAGE. Private dock with boat lift, cathedral ceiling in main room overlooking the deck and lake. 4 bed & 4 full baths, master on main, the other main floor bedroom is currently being used as office. Washer/dryer on main floor. The view and location is awesome! Screen porch, grill deck, lower level has wet bar, room for pool table & lounge area, plus a huge Florida room off lower level w/ separate heat & air. Workshop area w/ outside door. 2 fireplaces both have propane – 1 has gas logs and 1 has gas starter for wood burning in lower level. This location has million dollar homes. 1 owner. Home needs updating and is priced accordingly.
CUSTOM BUILT, BRICK BASEMENT RANCHER ON 2.55 GORGEOUS ACRES. Lots of room to grow or spread out in this 5,000+ sq ft home. Features cathedral ceiling w/ open living space, hardwood, stack stone fireplace, granite counters, abundance of cabinetry, pendulum lights & recessed lighting, split bedrooms, master features separate baths, walk-in closet, upstairs features a bonus room & half bath, downstairs features a lg rec room, exercise room, bedroom & full bath. Lg screened in porch overlooks the pool & acreage, patio downstairs offers plenty of shade or sun around this gorgeous pool, enjoy the cool nights with an outdoor fireplace, 4 car garage is heated & cooled. This property offers plenty of privacy, acreage will allow a barn and horse if desired. This well cared for home is a showplace!
2300 Highway 11 W Lenoir City, TN 37771 $238,750 MLS #1076505
2919 Golden Pond Way Sevierville, TN 37862 $252,999 MLS #1069412
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR ALMOST 20 ACRES in a convenient location with no city taxes? This 19.9 acres includes a 2 bedroom, 1 bath house and lots of space to build your dream home and several acres that have been cleared in a private setting with several oak and pine trees on-site. This property includes a barn and additional sheds for farm equipment with several sources of water on the back of property. Call today for your private showing!
COME BREATHE THE MOUNTAIN AIR! Charming log cabin nestled in a laurel covered hillside. Located in popular Wears Valley. Bears and wildlife abound. Watch them from one of the two private decks or sitting in a rocker on the covered front porch. This home features a cathedral ceiling, two fireplaces, and a large hot tub. Custom furniture conveys with property. Currently used for rental property has a constant flow of income.
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Smoky Mountain Realty ranked #1 for the total number of transactions among other Loudon County Real Estate offices in 2018. Smoky Mountain Realty ended the year with 240 transactions. These statistics were provided by the Knoxville Multiple Listing Service for dates of 1/1/2018-12/31/2018.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show Celebrates Grand Opening in Pigeon Forge
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he swashbuckling adventure that is Pirates Voyage officially opened last month in Pigeon Forge, with Dolly Parton on hand to introduce the thrilling dinner and show. She shared her excitement about her latest entertainment offering for families. In addition to the initial investment in the property, the Pirates Voyage construction phase for the new show was $9 million, bringing the investment in the property to a total of $28 million. The dinner and show truly is an unbelievable adventure with sword fights, cannons, and pirates scaling high above two pirate ships fighting to win Davy Jones’ coveted sunken treasure. A rowdy crew of characters combines heroics and high-flying fun that will have guests cheering and experiencing thrills around every corner in an epic battle for lost treasure on land, on deck, and in the water of the show’s 15-foot-deep indoor lagoon. Since its opening, there has been extraordinary guest feedback. “Our guests have been telling us that Pirates Voyage is unlike any other family fun attraction they have experienced,” said Leah Hicks, Director of Sales & Marketing for Pirates Voyage. “Where else can families have fun together creating memories of a lifetime – with ship-to-ship
battles, cannons blazing, acrobatics, and a delicious feast? It’s perfect for swashbucklers, pirates, and mermaids, and the food alone makes the show one-of-a-kind!” The adventure actually begins in the Pirates Village, where younger swashbucklers, as well as parents and grandparents, can “Join the Crew” and be transformed into mermaids and pirates before the main show begins. The four-course pirate feast straight from Captain Blackbeard’s galley makes Pirates Voyage the most unique place to eat in the Smokies. The meal begins with
Photos by Wes Ramey, courtesy of The Dollywood Company
voyager creamy vegetable soup and a buccaneer biscuit. The feast fit for a pirate continues with cracklin’ pan-fried chicken, a bone-in pork chop, matey’s mac ‘n’ cheese, and Jolly Roger sweet potato souffle. Walk the plank peach turnover and unlimited Coca-Cola® products, tea, or coffee complete the meal. Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available by request. Show times and reservations are available by calling 865-505-2469 or visiting www.piratesvoyage.com.
Dollywood Hosts a “Summer Celebration” Everyone Will Enjoy
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Wildwood Grove, nightly fireworks, extended hours highlight summer at Dollywood
ith summer quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to enjoy the biggest season in Dollywood’s history, as the award-winning vacation destination has a sensational celebration that provides families more time to enjoy together. Dollywood’s Summer Celebration (now through August 4) features extended park hours from 10 am to 9:30 pm daily, as well as a nightly fireworks spectacular, thrilling new entertainment, and the fun of Dollywood after dark! For the first time, families can enjoy the beauty of Wildwood Grove in the evening. As the sun sinks in the sky, Wildwood Grove glows warmly as lanterns and lights glimmer like cheerful fireflies. Once darkness falls, the area sparkles as the green, leafy canopy of the Wildwood Tree comes to life each evening in a unique nighttime experience that features nearly 650 lighted butterflies dancing playfully in the warm evening breeze. Summer Celebration also is full of new entertainment offerings, including an exciting production from Dollywood’s talented entertainment team called “Summer Feels…” Taking place in DP’s Celebrity Theater through August 4, “Summer Feels…” is highlighted by 10 talented performers and six world-class musicians who take audiences on a musical journey through today’s hits with a few surprising old favorites mixed in! Several special entertainment guests visit Dollywood this summer as well. On select Thursday’s throughout the summer, WIVK and Dollywood team up to present the
New Faces of Country concert series. These concerts at Back Porch Theater offer an intimate setting for fans to hear from some of the genre’s next big stars. Be sure to catch them as they begin their rise up the charts! Artists currently scheduled to appear include Adam Craig, Caylee Hammack, and King Callaway. Each evening during Summer Celebration ends with Dolly’s Nights of Many Colors, a thrilling fireworks extravaganza synchronized to music. There is no better way to finish a day with family than by enjoying the moment together. It’s story time again as The Little Engine Playhouse showcases three favorite books from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, including Coat of Many Colors, based on Parton’s children’s book. Coat of Many Colors and Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon (new for 2019), feature sing-along songs that kids of all ages will enjoy.
Everyone’s favorite, The Little Engine That Could, also comes to the stage with a delightful reminder of what can happen with just a little bit of determination. While Dollywood guests have an amazing amount of entertainment options to enjoy during their visit, they also can experience the park’s award-winning rides in a completely different environment. Once the sun sets, Dollywood’s trademark attractions, like Wild Eagle, Lightning Rod, and Thunderhead, provide a unique experience for those who climb aboard. These rides thrill guests who race through the summer night with no idea which way the track will turn next! For more information about Dollywood’s Summer Celebration, call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD or visit www. dollywood.com. For show schedules, park maps, and more, download the Dollywood app.
30th Summer Celebration Lawn and Garden Show Scheduled for July 11
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ummer Celebration, one of the largest gardening shows in the Mid-South, will be held Thursday, July 11. The event features 18 garden talks and tours, more than 40 plant and craft vendors, an extensive Master Gardener plant sale, and a plant and pest diagnostic clinic. Hosted by the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Summer Celebration runs from 8 am to 4 pm at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center in Jackson, Tennessee. Admission is $5 for adults (cash or check only) and free for children under 18. The 2019 theme, Kaleidoscope, will pay homage to the bounty of colorful blooms at the UT Gardens, Jackson, as well as celebrate the colorful history of this event. “This year is the 30th anniversary of Summer Celebration, and to mark that milestone, we’re reviving some of our most creative garden displays from the past three decades,” said Jason Reeves, curator of the UT Gardens, Jackson. Reeves says guests can expect to see a “Kitchen Garden” complete with appliances, painted trees, neckties, and a few surprises. Visitors can also attend a garden talk that will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the inspiration for Summer Celebration’s signature garden art. When gates open at 8 am, visitors can shop hard-tofind ornamentals at the Master Gardener plant sale or visit local nurseries and garden-themed vendors at the exhibitor tent. For specific plant or pest concerns, head to the diagnostic center to get advice from UT experts. Garden talks begin at 9 am and repeat throughout the day. They will be held both indoors and out. Hear ideas for adding color and personality to your landscape, finding plants with foliage worth flaunting, and growing
vegetables with novel traits and colors. Talks will also cover hydrangea care, wildlife management, turf maintenance, and other trending gardening topics. The UT Kitchen Divas will help celebrate the 30th anniversary with a Poppin’ Pepper Party. This cooking demonstration will be presented hourly beginning at 10 am. There is an additional $5 charge to see and sample dishes from this very popular presentation. Tickets can be purchased at 9 am outside the demonstration kitchen for morning shows and at 12:15 pm for afternoon shows.
A wagon tour of the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center rounds out the program. This tour is included in the admission price and will depart every 30 minutes for interested visitors. The West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center is located at 605 Airways Boulevard in Jackson, Tennessee. For large groups of 20 or more, pre-registration is appreciated. Please call 731-425-4751. For more program information, visit www.west.tennessee.edu/ events.
Alice Cooper
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Randy Patterson, Boomerocity.com lice Cooper is going to shock the Greater Knoxville area at Thompson-Boling Arena on August 3rd. To the uninitiated, one may still think of Alice as some psycho with a girl’s name who wears eye makeup and gets his head chopped off via guillotine every show. Everything but the psycho part is true. Actually, Alice is your typical husband/father/grandfather/Bible believer. Okay, all but the “typical” part is true. Seriously. You can read all about it in the long version of this article on www.boomerocity.com. But, for the moment, check out what the man formerly known as Vincent Furnier said about the upcoming show in Knoxville. “Actually, it’s going to be more like the end of the last tour – the last time we’re ever gonna do this show that we’ve done for the last year and a half is in Mexico City with Kiss,” said Alice. “It’s big – eighty thousand or ninety thousand people – then we’re putting that show to bed. Then I start rehearsing with the Vampires and go out with them for about two or three weeks. Then that’s done for a while. There’s a new Vampires studio album coming out and a live album, so that’s going to be another thing. And then we start rehearsing for a brand new tour, which I’d say will be another 150 shows. “There’s 12 to 15 songs we have to do on stage. You have to do School’s Out. You have to do Eighteen and No More Mr. Nice Guy, Poison. Those are the songs the audience has to hear. Then how do you produce that on stage visually different from the last time you did it? That’s really where the fun puzzle comes in. You start putting pieces together. You know you can’t use the Frankenstein again, because we did it two shows in a row. So now that’s put to bed. Something else has to take its place. It is, actually, part of the fun – knitting the show together from beginning to end in rehearsal.” Alice then shared why he chose Halestorm to open for him on this and a few other stops on this tour. “Lzzy has been a friend of ours for a long time,” he said. “We met Lzzy the very first time the Vampires hit Rock in Rio. Lzzy was down there and we were gonna do ‘Whole Lotta Love’ in honor of Bonham. Lzzy was there, and I think Johnny Depp or somebody said, ‘Let Lzzy sing this.’ And I went, ‘Yeah! Absolutely!’ She came out and sang it with us and killed it, of course, and we’ve been friends ever since. So when it came time to pick an opening act for this tour, and when her name came up, everybody said, ‘Yeah! Halestorm would be great on this show!’ “So it’s a little variety, Halestorm, and I think there are other shows that are gonna come up. The Struts may be playing with us in Australia. We have different people at different segments of the tour. Lzzy’s a great hit for us.” With tours comes the obvious question of when we can expect a new album from the founder of shock rock. “To be honest with you, I’m going to be writing the album with Tommy Henriksen on the road with Bob Ezrin,” said Alice. “We don’t really have a target date for that album, but a lot of it is written right now. I think when there’s time off of the road, we’ll be going into the studio on that time off. We do albums fairly quick, because Bob and I and Tommy work really well together, really quickly, and we surround ourselves with great players. And we know – absolutely know – if a song is right or if it isn’t right. We always over-record everything. If we want 12 songs, we do 18. We do 18 songs and pick the best ones.” When I asked Alice if he is staying with the same band as he has been touring with, he said: “Yeah, same band. I’d never get rid of a winning combination like that.” Then, anticipating my unasked tag-on question as to how long he will continue to perform, Alice said: “My job as a rock star is probably fourth or fifth on my list of Randy’s first interview was at the tender age of 13 with importance in life. But it’s something that Shep and I and Sheryl have been doing for as none other than Col. Tom Parker. Thirty-six years later long as I can remember, and I don’t see any way of stopping it. So we’re just going to he founded the webzine, Boomerocity.com, and has keep going until we can’t anymore.” conducted close to 200 interviews with some of the most Alice spoke at length about his faith, his charity (Solid Rock), being a grandparent, interesting people in music. and what his kids are up to. You can read it all on www.boomerocity.com. by
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osquitoes: Dayton’s Mosquito Control Management Program is an easy and cost-effective way to enjoy summer without being bitten by pesky mosquitoes that can carry diseases such as the Zika and West Nile viruses! Dayton’s treatment approach is environmentally-friendly and won’t cause any harmful effects to you, your pets, or your landscaping. Fleas: Often riding unseen into your house on your pets, fleas and their eggs drop into the carpet, and an indoor flea infestation can easily be created when all the eggs mature into adults! The best ways to keep fleas from getting inside your home are to call Dayton’s to eliminate them outdoors and to use veterinarian-approved flea control products on your pets. Ticks: Ticks are looking for their next tasty meal on you or your pets! Did you know that it usually takes only 36 hours for ticks to infect their victims with diseases they carry such as Lyme disease? Some symptoms of tick-borne diseases include swollen joints or lymph nodes, fever, and fatigue. Dayton’s will treat your yard for ticks as a safety precaution to help eliminate the risk of getting bitten. Quarterly Perimeter Pest Control: Having Dayton’s perform regular pest control around the outside perimeter of your home is the very best way to keep your home pest-free all year round and prevent them from coming inside and infesting your home! Dayton’s Pest Control 865-588-6686 www.daytonspestcontrol.com
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hile many family events can be moved outside for the summer, the professionals at Undercover Systems can actually offer you unlimited out-of-door events, free from rain and the searing summertime sun, that the entire family can enjoy all year-round. Now is the perfect time to install the totally unique underdeck ceiling system from Undercover Systems under your home’s existing raised decks. This underdeck system will ensure that this year’s events will be protected from unexpected and unwanted rain and the sizzling summertime sun. “Now is a great time to weatherproof all of your out-of-door events,” said Jim Conn, owner of Undercover Systems. “Throughout the entire process, our skilled craftsmen work with you, each step of the way, until your project is completed to your satisfaction. And because your project will be completed this summer, your family can begin enjoying your new outdoor living spaces while the barbeque season is in full swing.” Undercover’s patented underdecking system helps extend your outdoor season of enjoyment by protecting your family from July and August’s relentless sun, autumn rains, winter snow and ice, and next year’s springtime showers. You’ll also appreciate Undercover Systems’ attention to detail, which comes from years of experience, as they help you craft a seamless transition from your home’s interior to your new out-of-door living spaces, with a fully customized underdecking system designed specifically for your home and not the one-size-fits-all, big box store components used by the competition. A complaint-free member of the Better Business Bureau, Undercover Systems offers homeowners the peace of mind that they deserve in a building contractor. Why not surprise your family with a special out-of-doors gift they can enjoy all year long and rediscover a summertime of family fun at home? Call Jim Conn at 423-2670091, and start celebrating the great out-of-doors. Undercover Systems 423-267-0091 www.UndercoverSystems.com
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Left Behind – The Hiwassee Cat Story
July, 2019, East Tennessee’s Mountain Views • 19A
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tudents weren’t the only ones affected when Hiwassee College in Madisonville, TN, closed its doors in May. A feral cat colony being supported by students, staff, and faculty was left behind without care. Feral cat colonies consist of homeless felines who are not adoptable due to their unsocialized history. There is one very large such colony on the Hiwassee Campus. Since the students and faculty have departed, an effort is being made for volunteers to continue the feeding of these dependent cats. Many of the cats have been spayed/neutered, ear-tipped, and vaccinated (65), and a Trap/Neuter/Release program is in place so that the colony will not be reproducing and will eventually die off. We are at a point where we need help from the community for both funding and volunteers. We currently have only two
people set up on a regular basis to take care of the feeding schedule. If you can spare any time to help care for these homeless kitties, please contact Judy at 1catnut@ gmail.com. The program cannot continue without volunteers to help. Funding is critical to be able to continue to provide the food necessary to keep these colonies healthy. We are estimating an initial cost of $2,000 to keep this program operational for the next six months. A Go Fund Me account has been set up to collect donations at www.gofundme.com/leftbehind-the-hiwassee-cat-story. Any funds collected above costs will be donated to the Trap/Neuter/Release program or to the Monroe County Animal Shelter. Please consider contributing to help provide the means to keep these cats in their communities or made available for adoption. A donation in any amount will help support this effort.
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231 S. Panoscenic Drive - Maryville $379,000 - MLS# 1064690 John Tuck - 865-567-1936
120 Inagehi Way - Tellico Village $299,000 - MLS#1040244 John Tuck - 865-567-1936
136 Inagehi Way - Tellico Village $773,000 MLS#1069656 Cindy Brewer - 865-679-2344
201 Kawga Lane - Tellico Village $265,000 - MLS# 1077227 Becky Hunt - 865-789-2571
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Blk 15/Lot 8 905 Kahite Trail - Tellico Village $229,900 - MLS# 1041612 John Tuck - 865-567-1936
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Volume 19, No. 7
SECTION B www.etmv.com
July 2019
Who Does Your Advisor Work For?
By Yvonne Marsh, CFP®, CPA
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rust is a big deal in my business. As I sit with a retired couple watching them sign the paperwork allowing us to manage their investment portfolio, I am reminded of the weighty responsibility our firm has. They are entrusting us to be good stewards of their life savings and to give them our expertise and guidance to help them navigate the unknowns of their financial future. Weighty indeed. In the preliminary meetings with the couple, they asked one of the most important questions anyone can ask: Are you with a registered investment advisor or a broker dealer? Ah! I could tell they had been doing their homework. The answer to this question is fundamental to understanding how you are offered advice and how your advisor is compensated. In the broker dealer world, the advisor works for the “house,” operating with the tools pre-designed to give the house an advantage. Don’t get me wrong – they may truly care for their clients’ well-being and be of high moral
character, it’s just that they are constrained by a set of products pre-approved by their employer, and the system is designed to reward selling rather than providing conflict-free advice. Legally, all they have to do is provide a product that is “suitable” to you. In the registered investment advisor world, there is no “house.” RIAs can access virtually all products and use an independent custodian to hold client assets. They are required by law to put their clients’ interests ahead of their own. This is known as the “fiduciary” standard of duty. RIAs are paid a flat percentage of assets rather than commissions, effectively putting them on the same side of the table as their clients. As client account balances grow or decline, the RIA’s income follows suit. There are no commissions for buying and selling. And just to keep life interesting, your advisor can have a foot in both worlds and be dually registered, effectively switching hats, on an account by account basis. Crazy, right? Here are a few questions to ask your advisor: 1. “Are you affiliated with a broker dealer?” If you see
“SIPC” in the small print on their business card, they are. 2. “Does your employer receive money from the funds I am invested in?” i.e. in 2018, Edward Jones received $78.9 million from American Funds, and they acknowledge it creates a conflict of interest. Here’s the link: www. edwardjones.com/images/revenue-sharing-disclosure. pdf. 3. “Do you receive compensation from trading stocks or bonds? Or from purchasing the mutual funds I am invested in?” When I first got my investment licenses, I spent a painful short year in the broker dealer world. A friend recommended I work with him in that space, and I naively didn’t know any better. I got a quick lesson and left for the RIA world. I’ve never looked back. Marsh Wealth Management, LLC 504 Ebenezer Road Knoxville, TN 37922 865-622-2162 www.marshwealth.com admin@marshpros.com Financial Planning & Investment Advisory Services are offered through Marsh Wealth Management, LLC (“MWM”), an independent investment advisor registered with the state of Tennessee. Yvonne Marsh is an Investment Advisor Representative of MWM in the state of Tennessee. Marsh Professional Group, LLC, is a TN registered public accounting firm and a separate legal entity from MWM. For a detailed discussion of MWM and their investment advisory fees, see the firm’s Form ADV on file with the SEC at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
WHO DOES YOUR ADVISOR WORK FOR? Yvonne Marsh, CFP®, CPA
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Premiere Consignment: Your Key to a Successful Estate Sale
2B • East Tennessee’s Mountain Views, July, 2019
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state sales, also referred to as tag sales in many areas of our country, are used to liquidate the personal possessions of an individual, family, or estate. These sales are generally the most efficient way to sell unneeded personal and household items resulting from the passing of a homeowner, downsizing, relocation, bankruptcy, or divorce. Estate sales continue to grow in popularity. An efficient way to dispose of personal possessions, estate sales require a great deal of preparation that can seem overwhelming to many if you are unfamiliar with how to properly organize a sale of this scope. Much more involved than a yard or garage sale, a successful estate sale needs to be well organized. Items for sale should be divided into categories. Sales items are often catalogued. Displays are typically set up in the home with valuable items, particularly smaller pieces, displayed separately for security purposes. Next, you need to price your items, set your sale dates, advertise, then prepare yourself for the crowds of buyers. Sound daunting? An estate sale can easily become overwhelming, which is why a growing number of Tellico area residents are turning to the professionals at Premiere
Consignment in Tellico Village for assistance in conducting an estate sale. At Premiere Consignment, we offer our clients a complete turnkey estate sale experience. We help organize, display, price, advertise, and sell those no longer needed personal and household items. We are with you every step of the way to make certain that your sale is the complete success you’ve envisioned. At the end, the client is left with a check and a home that is cleared of every unwanted/unneeded item. There are other ways Premiere Consignment can help you, too. We can place remaining unsold items for sale in our Tellico Village retail showroom or use our extensive eBay sales platform to sell a variety of other sales items, such as collectibles, to buyers across the country and the world. Experienced in estate sales, why not let Premiere Consignment help you make your sale the success it deserves to be? Call Premiere Consignment at 865-458-9721 today for answers to all of your questions or to schedule your estate sale. Premiere Consignment
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hile Salon Anew has earned a reputation for professional looking hair services, nails, and skin care, what you may not know is that Salon Anew is also your source for fashions in Vickie’s Secret Boutique, located right inside the salon. At Vickie’s Secret Boutique, you’ll discover the latest fashions and trends from top California designer lines at savings you may find hard to believe. You’ll also find the latest in designer-inspired jewelry and accessories ranging in price from $10 to $25. Vickie’s Secret Boutique also features women’s shoes to complete your ensemble. In fact, most apparel and shoes at Vickie’s are priced from $20 to $40. So if your wardrobe could use a bit of an update, do what other fashion conscientious women do and shop Vickie’s Secret Boutique. Also, make an appointment for hair, nails, and skin care at the same time. Be sure to take advantage of the special summer sale going on now on select merchandise at Vickie’s Secret Boutique. Vickie’s Secret Boutique 101 Cheeyo Way Loudon, TN 37774 865-458-3960
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Accessories Give Your Closet Personality
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very closet should be as unique as those who use who use the space. While your personal image is enhanced by the accessories in your wardrobe, your closet’s personality is affected by the accessories chosen. Pocket squares for sport coats, belts and shoes,
handbags and scarves – all are an important part of every outfit worn. Today’s closets also have many items to help keep your wardrobe organized and to save time. When designing your new space, start with what you know, then rely on professionals to make suggestions
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of accessories that will make dressing so much easier. There are so many features that can be added to improve the function of your space that mirror your personality. Many of these items are just a slight impact on the budget. If fashion is important to dressing each day, a mirror could be the first concern. Features in today’s closet are only limited by the imagination. Keeping shoes off the floor seems like a no-brainer, but when shoes have always been on the floor, you might not have even considered adding a shelf section to keep them organized. What about an ironing board in the closet? How convenient would it be to remove the wrinkles from the blouse you are about to walk out the door in if a trip to the laundry room was not necessary to set up the ironing board? Tie and belt racks are pretty familiar to most, but another convenient closet tool is the valet rod. This is a pull out bar for assembling your evening ensemble or placing the dry cleaning as you sort and put it away. Jewelry organized in velvet lined drawers is wonderful, and custom pull-out necklace boards are even better to see your necklaces and keep them untangled.
Chris McKenry - 2019 Designer of the Year Don’t forget about laundry hampers that will keep dirty clothing off the floor. A conveniently placed hamper in the closet will contain dirty clothes as they are carried from the closet to the laundry room. These are just a few suggestions for your new closet. Do your planning and then be ready to discover exciting new options to give personality to your closet that will make your life so much easier.
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Ke e n e r H o m e s, I n c. “Trust is the foundation your home is built on.” “Our decision to build our first house on the lake took us to many areas of the United States. Then we discovered Tellico Village. It had everything we wanted in our new retirement area. We found and purchased a lot. We also found a builder, Kit Keener. Our only experience with building a new home was in a retirement community in Texas. There our choices were basically pick a model, level of cabinets, floors, and counters. Even that seemed stressful at the time. Was building this house from scratch stressful? A thousand times YES! But we were very thankful that we were working with Kit. He gave us good guidance on many issues. One specific issue was the way the house would be positioned on the lot. After he thought about the situation, he came up with a plan to place garages on the opposite side of the house. He said that would save a lot of money over our original plan. We had never considered that option, and it made no difference to us which side the garages were on. We did that, and it did save us money. Did we have some instances of discussion? Of course, but throughout the entire process, Kit was honest, attentive, and we were able to come to a win-win for everyone. We relied heavily on Kit’s many years of building experience and ended up with a house we love. Kit and his company have been here longer than most any another builder. Several have come and gone. He doesn’t overextend his building capacity and is focused on building quality, not quantity. We could have not found a finer individual or company to build with.” – Bill & Joyce Denton
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Step Out in Fashion This Summer
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re you looking for some stylish ways to update your wardrobe this summer? Then look no further than Sweetwater Flower Shop in historic downtown Sweetwater. Sweetwater Flower Shop receives shipments nearly every day of designer-inspired apparel, scarves, jewelry, handbags, and hats that can liven up and brighten up your entire summer wardrobe at savings you won’t believe. Discover beautiful lacelike patterned apparel and scarves that are perfect for both business and casual attire but are light enough to remain comfortable no matter how high the mercury rises. Also, if the temperature drops at night, as it often does, your fashionable scarf can function as a light wrap as well. Also, don’t forget to accessorize your new wardrobe selections with Sweetwater Flower Shop’s extensive collection of fashionable designer-inspired jewelry, in-
cluding their latest vintage pieces. They also offer a large selection of popular clutches, handbags, purses, and totes that can be used to enhance all of your summer fashions. Sweetwater Flower Shop is your premier shopping venue for the latest in today’s fashions and accessories, home décor items, florals, gifts, and fresh flowers. Right now, many spring and summer clothing items are 25% off, and all fall and winter items are buy one, get one free… with some even 75% off. So visit Sweetwater Flower Shop in historic downtown Sweetwater and discover an affordable way to update your wardrobe this summer. Sweetwater Flower Shop 118 W. North Street Sweetwater, TN 37874 423-337-6623
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“Arts in the Airport”
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he Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority (McGhee Tyson Airport) and the Arts & Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville are pleased to present the 21st “Arts in the Airport” exhibition, a new selection of artwork from 41 artists in the East Tennessee region. “Arts in the Airport” was developed to allow regional artists to display work in the most visited site in the area. During the past 10 years, nearly 890 unique works of art have been displayed and more than $58,000 returned to local artists in sales. The contemporary 2- and 3-dimensional artwork is exhibited in the secured area behind McGhee Tyson Airport’s security gate checkpoint through August 28. Juror Jered Sprecher, professor at the University of Tennessee, provided this statement about the exhibition: “What a privilege to serve as juror for this installment of the Arts in the Airport juried exhibition. The call for entry made the statement ‘Everywhere You Look, UT’. As I surveyed the numerous entries, I kept in mind the university’s role in sharing knowledge and creative and scientific advancements, as well
Stacy Jacobs
Annie Rochelle
as helping all citizens to be good stewards of this state’s resources. The University of Tennessee is a dynamic meeting place for people of all walks of life. I kept this rich heritage in my mind as I selected individual artworks for this exhibition. These individual artists show the multi-faceted and rich visions of life in Tennessee.” The following artists’ works are on display: Eleanor Aldrich, Lynda M. Best,
Jim Scarsella
David Boruff, Bobbie Crews, Viktoriia Cubbedge, Yvonne Dalschen, Nick DeFord, Jurgen Dopatka, Carol A. Erikson, Melissa Everett, Alan Finch, Geri Forkner, Carl Gombert, Stan Hillard, Brian Horais, Chris Hornsby, Stacy Jacobs, Judy Kelley Jorden, Gretchen Kaplan, Andreas Koschan, Vickie Kallies Lee, Beauvais Lyons, Ryan Mason, Roy McCullough, Kate McCullough, Ken McMahon, Jodie Miller,
Susan B. Miller, Allen Monsarrat, Steve Olson, Hei Park, William Rerick, Jack Retterer, Annie Rochelle, Caitlin Ryan, Phil Savage, Mary Saylor, Jim Scarsella, Joshua G. Shorey, Emma Slaymaker, and Carl Whitten. Congratulations to the following artists, who received cash awards: » Award of Merit ($250) – Stacy Jacobs for Light in Empty House (silver halide print) » Award of Merit ($250) – Annie Rochelle for Chance Configuration After Audubon (Baltimore Oriole) (acrylic, gouache, graphite on linen) » Best of Show ($500) – Jim Scarsella for Directions (wood) Please note that the exhibition is normally available for viewing only by visitors flying in or out of the airport. Otherwise, visitors may view the exhibition by appointment with Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority staff. Contact Becky Huckaby, Director of Public Relations, at 865-342-3014. For more information, contact the Arts & Culture Alliance at 865-5237543.
Smoky Mountain Quilters of Tennessee 39th Annual Quilt Show & Competition
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early 200 quilts will be on display at the Smoky Mountain Quilters of Tennessee 39th Annual Quilt Show & Competition August 2-3 at the Knoxville Expo Center, located at 5441 Clinton Highway in Knoxville. Come and shop 20 vendors and a boutique of unique items hand-crafted by guild members. Quilt appraisals will be done by appointment. Contact certified quilt appraiser, Cindy Stuart, at 865-980-2162 or cstuart1@hughes.net. On Friday, August 2, Merikay Waldvogel, 2009 Quilters Hall of Fame inductee, will present an antique quilt bed-turning from 11 am to 1 pm. On Saturday, August 3, a special exhibit and meet-and-greet with award-winning quilter, Linda Roy, is scheduled for 9 am to 3 pm. The show will be held on Friday, August 2, from 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday, August 3, from 9 am to 4 pm. Daily admission is $7, and a two-day pass is $10. Parking is free. For more information, call 865-213-2335, email info@smokymtnquilters.com, or visit www. smokymtnquilters.com.
The WordPlayers Produce Broadway Bluegrass Musical: Bright Star
Illuminate your summer
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rom Grammy, Emmy, and Academy Award-winning Steve Martin and Grammy Award-winning Edie Brickell comes Bright Star, the five-time Tony nominated, Broadway musical that The New York Times called “a shining achievement.” Inspired by a real event, this original musical tells a sweeping tale of love and forgiveness set in the mountains of western North Carolina in the 1920s and 1940s. The story follows literary editor Alice Murphy and her relationship with Billy Cane, an ambitious young writer who recently returned from World War II. Suggested for ages 13+. Bright Star will be performed July 19 at 7:30 pm, July 20 at 2:30 and 7:30 pm, and July 21 at 3 pm on the U.S. Cellular Stage at the Bijou Theatre in downtown Knoxville. Tickets range from $21.50 to $25.50 and may be purchased online at www.knoxbijou.org or www.wordplayers.org, by phone at 865-684-1200, or at the door.
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New Model Train Exhibition Transports Guests into Summer at Biltmore
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rom model trains in a miniature landscape, to the thrill of a raptor encounter, to stars gracing the concert stage, Biltmore shines this summer with experiences to bring wonder and a touch of nostalgia to guests of all ages. Biltmore Gardens Railway Biltmore Gardens Railway runs through September 29 with a model train exhibition in two estate locations: The historic Conservatory and Antler Hill Village. In the Conservatory, nearly 800 feet of track carries G-scale locomotives and railcars as they traverse bridges and trestles in multiple rooms at varied viewing levels. Adding to the charm, trains weave through exotic botanicals and miniature replicas of estate landmarks. The plant-based recreations of estate structures include replicas of Biltmore House, the Stable, the Conservatory, Lodge Gate, the Bass Pond Waterfall, the Gardener’s Cottage, plus All Souls Church and the train depot in Biltmore Village. In Antler Hill Village, a second railway display showcases the travels of Biltmore’s founder George Vanderbilt. Model trains travel on 250 feet of track, passing replicas of international landmarks including the Eiffel Tower in Paris and London’s Tower Bridge. The landscape is designed by Biltmore’s gardeners using shrubs, trees, and flowers. The miniature replica structures were hand-crafted out of all-natural materials by Applied Imagination, an award-winning crew of artists, botanical experts, and landscape designers known for popular exhibitions across the U.S., including the New York Botanical Garden and the United States Botanic Garden in Washington, D.C. Many of the materials used in the design of Biltmore Gardens Railway were collected directly from the estate including pine cones, bark, bamboo, grapevines, honeysuckle, acorns, pods, seeds, and grasses. Biltmore Gardens Railway is included with regular
The Gang, and Amy Grant and Steven Curtis Chapman. Details and tickets can be found at www.biltmore.com/ concerts or by calling 866-336-1255. » Antler Hill Village & Winery: Enjoy live music daily in Antler Hill Village this summer. Sample Biltmore’s extensive portfolio of wines at Biltmore Winery. Visit friendly farm animals at the farmyard. » Mile-long sunflower patch along Winery Drive: In mid-to-late summer, tall sunflowers and wildflowers stretch amid meadows of native grasses on the road leading from Biltmore House and gardens to Antler Hill Village & Winery. » Italian Gardens: Reflecting pools teem with exotic water lilies, elephant ears, and papyrus, with koi and goldfish swimming just beneath. daytime admission to the estate. Insider-tips: What’s not to miss at Biltmore this summer » New adventures in Biltmore’s backyard: Visitors can now discover the ancient art of falconry on the estate’s grounds, learning how to handle a trained hawk or falcon. Another new offering is the Outrider USA Adventure Tour that takes participants off-road through remote trails and roads of the estate on electric recumbent tricycles. Another idea for getting out in Biltmore’s 8,000 acre backyard – guests staying at either of Biltmore’s lodging properties are offered complimentary guided hikes and yoga classes. » 23rd Annual Biltmore Summer Concert Series: Biltmore House, the sunset over the Blue Ridge Mountains, and a canopy of stars serve as the backdrop for enjoying music during the Biltmore Summer Concert Series. The 2019 concert line-up includes The Beach Boys, The B-52s, The Charlie Daniels Band and The Marshall Tucker Band, Chicago (sold out), The O’Jays and Kool &
Stay at Biltmore Available August 27, Summer on the Farm packages at The Inn on Biltmore Estate and Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate allow guests to reconnect with nature, explore Biltmore’s farm life, and enjoy acres of gardens and trails. The Summer on the Farm package at each estate property includes bike rentals and an exclusive farm experience consisting of one of the following: Hands-on crafts and demonstrations, a farmyard visit to gather eggs and wagon ride, or a Farm to Forest tour. More information and additional summer lodging packages are available at www.biltmore.com/stay. Summer Savings » Kids 16 and younger receive FREE admission to the estate with paid adult admission through Labor Day, September 2. » Guests save $10 by booking online seven or more days in advance of visit. For more information, visit www.biltmore.com.
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or the ninth year, the East Tennessee Historical Society (ETHS) is pleased to announce its participation in Blue Star Museums to offer free museum admission to the nation’s active duty military personnel and their immediate families, as well as National Guard and Reserves, from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2019. Blue Star Museums is a collaboration between the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and 2,000 museums across America. The program provides families an opportunity to enjoy the nation’s cultural heritage and learn more about their new communities after completing a military move. The complete list of participating museums is available at www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums. “As the Volunteer State, Tennesseans are always among the first to respond to our country’s call,” said Cherel Henderson, ETHS Executive Director. “The Blue Star Museums is a wonderful way for us to give back and to say thank you for your service and sacrifice.” “The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to celebrate the tenth summer of collaborating with Blue Star Families, Department of Defense, and especially the more than 2,000 museums across our nation that make this program possible,” said Mary Anne Carter, acting chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts. “Organizations such as the East Tennessee Historical Society are providing wonderful opportunities for military families to share a memorable experience together this summer.” This year’s participating Blue Star Museums represent not just fine arts museums, but also science museums, history museums, zoos, nature centers, and children’s museums. Museums are welcome to sign up for Blue Star Museums throughout the summer at www.arts.gov.
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“We’ve seen the tremendous impact the Blue Star Museums program brings to our military families, and we’re thrilled to be celebrating a decade of support,” said Kathy Roth-Douquet, Chief Executive Officer of Blue Star Families. “Not only are museums fun to explore, but they are also great for making memories and strengthening military families as a whole.” “The Defense Department congratulates Blue Star Families and the National Endowment for the Arts on reaching an incredible milestone: Ten years of service to the military community though Blue Star Museums,” said A.T. Johnston, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy. “We offer our sincere gratitude to the more than 2,000 museums across the country who open their doors through this wonderful program. Your patriotism and generosity have enriched the lives and experiences of our military families.” The free admission program is available for those currently serving in the United States Military: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, as well as members of the Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and up to five family members. Qualified members
must show a Geneva Convention common access card (CAC), DD Form 1173 ID card (dependent ID), or a DD Form 11731 ID card for entrance into a participating Blue Star Museum. About the East Tennessee Historical Society Established in 1834, the East Tennessee Historical Society is widely acknowledged as one of the most active history organizations in the state and enjoys a national reputation for excellence in programming and education. For 185 years, the East Tennessee Historical Society has been helping East Tennesseans hold on to our unique heritage – recording the events, collecting the artifacts, and saving the stories that comprise the history we all share. The historical society pursues its education mission through publications, lectures, conferences, school programs, museum exhibits, and heritage programs such as the popular First Families of Tennessee and the Civil War Families of Tennessee. The East Tennessee History Center houses the staff and programs of the East Tennessee Historical Society, the Museum of East Tennessee History, the Calvin M. McClung Historical Collection, and the Knox County Archives.
About the National Endowment for the Arts Established by Congress in 1965, the National Endowment for the Arts is the independent federal agency whose funding and support gives Americans the opportunity to participate in the arts, exercise their imaginations, and develop their creative capacities. Through partnerships with state arts agencies, local leaders, other federal agencies, and the philanthropic sector, the Arts Endowment supports arts learning, affirms and celebrates America’s rich and diverse cultural heritage, and extends its work to promote equal access to the arts in every community across America. For more information, visit www.arts.gov. About Blue Star Families Blue Star Families builds communities that support military families by connecting research and data to programs and solutions, including career development tools, local community events for families, and caregiver support. Since its inception in 2009, Blue Star Families has engaged tens of thousands of volunteers and serves more than 1.5 million military family members. With Blue Star Families, military families can find answers to their challenges anywhere they are. For more information, visit www.bluestarfam.org.
Chris Knight Performs at The Shed in Maryville July 12
hris Knight doesn’t like to say much. Won’t chat about his worldview or engage in conversations on his creative approach. For 15 years, seven acclaimed albums and a hard-nosed career that’s been hailed as “where Cormac McCarthy meets Copperhead Road,” Knight has always let his music do most of the talking. And on record – as well everywhere across America, from roadhouse taverns to major-city concert halls – his songs have had plenty to say. But with his latest album, Little Victories, Knight has taken the discussion to a whole new level. His first album of new material since 2008, Little Victories is a record of blunt honesty, elegiac truths, and the raw rural poetry of an artist who’s come into his own and intends to stay. And for a performer who’s been compared over the years to Cash, Prine, Earle, and Nebraska-era Springsteen, Knight now stands alone as a singer/songwriter that has
carved his own idiosyncratic sound and sensibility out of the dirt road American dream. Little Victories not only sounds like a Chris Knight album, but the best Chris Knight album yet. “I don’t ever get in a big rush about things,” said Knight. “I can tour pretty good on what I got. I took my time, like I always do. Write a song every now and then. I don’t like to talk about politics, but I do write what I’m thinking about.” If many of the songs on Little Victories seem to take a hard-eyed look at the current socio-economic climate, Knight – the former strip-mine inspector who still lives in the backcountry coal town of Slaughters, Kentucky (population 200), where he was raised – is upfront about their origins. “About two years ago, we had a big ice storm here in Slaughters that just devastated the whole area,” he said. “We were out of power for close to a month, cooking in
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Knight producer Dan Baird. “You Can’t Trust No One” emerges as an unsettling paean to small-town American cynicism and anger, and “The Lonesome Way” is a gut-punch of slide-guitar, violin (courtesy Tammy Rogers of The Steeldrivers, who appears throughout the album) and bullheaded regret. The humble acoustic remorse of “Out Of This Hole” is Knight at his most plaintive, and the crushed dreams of “Hard Edges” carry a banjo-tinged melancholy. And if the title track not only finds Knight at his most cheerily optimistic (for Chris, at least), it also features vocals from his lifelong musical hero John Prine. “When I was 16, I got a John Prine songbook and learned about 40 of his songs,” said Knight. “Used to play them for the kids in study hall at school every day. About 20 years later, I finally got to meet him when I opened a few shows for him. He asked me to come out and sing ‘Paradise’ as part of his encore, and I got to play the blonde Martin guitar that was on the cover of his first album. I sent him ‘Little Victories,’ and he liked the song enough to be on it.” Knight treasures the moment when the two first listened to the playback of their distinctive twangs rasping joyfully together on the chorus. “Prine turned to me and said, ‘We sound pretty good together. Just like Phil and Don Everly.’” After 15 years, eight albums, and a still uncompromised reputation as one of the best singer/songwriters in America, what has Knight learned from it all? “I’ve learned that I’m pretty lucky to do what I do and make a living at it,” he said. “I’m really proud of this record, and it’ll be fun to play these songs live. For people who like my music and maybe even for someone hearing me for the first time, I think they’ll find songs on here that mean something to them and they can hang on to. I don’t want to talk about it too much, but I think people are gonna be surprised.” And for Chris Knight, that’s victory enough. Knight will be performing at The Shed in Maryville on July 12 at 8 pm. Tickets are $20. For more information, visit www. chrisknight.net.
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elcome to the second half of the year! How is your yard? Have you done your weekly checkup? I encourage you every month to go out and monitor for problems, but I think that a few of you take me a little too seriously. While I will always tell you to keep an eye on your plants, this month I am also going to ask you to step back and take a look at what is pretty. Look at your flowers as a thing of beauty, not as an object that requires constant vigilance in order to be perfect. Watch a bee land and wiggle its little rear as it backs out of a flower. Watch the sun come up or set over your landscape. Be grateful. Now that I have that little sermon out of the way, we are going to talk about one of my favorite flowers: Hydrangeas! There are several different kinds that require different growing conditions, and it can be very confusing. Here is your official Hydrangea guide: How many kinds of Hydrangeas are there? The answer depends on who you ask. I have heard anywhere between 23 and 80, but only six are commonly grown in the U.S.: 1. Hydrangea anomala, or climbing Hydrangea 2. Hydrangea arborescens, which include ‘Annabelle’ and ‘Incrediball’ 3. Hydrangea paniculate, the only sun lover with varieties such as Limelight, Bobo, etc. 4. Hydrangea macrophylla, which has the traditional colored blooms 5. Hydrangea Quercifolia or Oakleaf 6. Hydrangea serrata or mountain hydrangea, which includes Tuff Stuff How do I care for my Hydrangea? Most hydrangeas prefer morning sun and afternoon shade. The Paniculatas prefer a little more sun, however, and are frequently grown in full sun. All are heavy drinkers! They are quick to tell you when they are thirsty, and fully-grown plants can drink up to five gallons per day. They like to have good topsoil or compost mixed with the clay when planting but only need fertilizing if they are chlorotic or seem to be having a hard time growing. None have serious problems with insects, but fungal issues are a frequent hazard. I’ll talk more about those later.
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865-986-7229 when to prune, select one of these. One more note: It is best to leave young Hydrangeas alone for the first two years before you start doing any pruning. You can deadhead, but wait until they are more mature to chop. Why didn’t my Hydrangea bloom? The most common reason for non-blooming in pruning at the wrong time. Other causes are lack of sufficient sunlight, over-fertilization, disease, and Mother Nature throwing a late frost at us after the buds have started to swell. While many hydrangea varieties like afternoon shade, a little sun in the morning will encourage blooms. Paniculatas require more sun and can tolerate full sun with proper watering. Fertilize can cause problems if done too early, which causes the buds to swell prematurely and get zapped by cold. High nitrogen can cause big green bushy plants with no blooms. If you need to fertilize, it is best to wait until frost danger is past and use an organic product. Hydrangeas can be susceptible to a variety of fungal disease, and we are in the heart of fungus territory! Black spot, rust, and powdery mildew can wreak havoc, so try to water at ground level and plant where they
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10B • East Tennessee’s Mountain Views, July, 2019
Fourth Annual Butterfly Festival at UT Arboretum Includes Monarch Release
UT Gardens’ Plant of the Month: Nuttal Oak Photo by H. Jones, courtesy UTIA
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onarch butterflies, educational sessions, and a butterfly release will be featured at the 2019 University of Tennessee Arboretum Butterfly Festival. The family-friendly event will be held Saturday, August 3, from 10 am to 1 pm at the UT Arboretum in Oak Ridge. Focusing on hands-on and experiential learning, the fourth annual Butterfly Festival offers three educational sessions and two viewing tents containing monarch and painted lady butterflies. The UT Insect Zoo, operated by entomology and plant pathology professor Jerome Grant and UT graduate students, will showcase preserved and live insects found in Tennessee and throughout the world. Both exhibits will be open throughout the day. Entry to the festival is $5 per car, collected at the front gate of the UT Arboretum, with all proceeds benefiting the UT Arboretum Endowment and ongoing operations. The event touts many activities designed especially for children, including a kid-focused educational talk on butterflies from Shirley Raines, a preschool teacher and author. Some activities, like face painting, decorating sugar cookies and butterfly magnets, and making a monarch caterpillar bracelet, require an additional ticket. Tickets may be purchased for $1 each or six for $5. A limited supply of monarch butterflies may also be purchased by festival guests wishing to participate in the monarch butterfly release. Butterflies are $10 each, and guests can purchase their butterflies beginning at 10 am.
Photo by Charles Samuels, courtesy UT Arboretum Society
Butterflies will be released promptly at noon, and all festival guests are welcome to witness the event. Snacks and lunch will be available for purchase throughout the day from local businesses. The patio of the auditorium will feature beautiful dulcimer music from UT graduate student Allen McBride, and several East Tennessee artisans will have work on display and for sale as well. While supplies last, each family will receive one free Joe Pye weed plant from Tennessee Naturescapes, a plant nursery in Clinton. Joe Pye weed is a native plant that attracts butterflies and promotes pollinator health. Contact the UT Arboretum for more details or to request accommodation for accessibility by calling 865-483-3571. The UT Arboretum is a project of the UT Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center. The 250-acre research and educational arboretum is part of a greater 2,204-acre research forest. The arboretum serves as an outdoor classroom to university students in a variety of fields and as a community resource with numerous interpretive nature trails and ecological points of interest. Visitors to the Butterfly Festival may also plan to explore any of the arboretum’s seven miles of self-guided walking tours. The UT Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center and Arboretum is located at 901 S. Illinois Ave. in Oak Ridge. A map can be found online at www. utarboretum.tennessee.edu.
By James Newburn, Assistant Director and Curator of the UT Gardens, Knoxville
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eople can be such creatures of habit. That characteristic often eases our lives by allowing us to take the guesswork out of our choices, but it can also stifle discovery of new things. We have meatloaf every Tuesday, take the same road to church every Sunday, and have had the same hairstyle for years. The same thing often happens in our landscapes. We want a tall, majestic shade tree. The obvious choice, which is easily available and familiar to us because we see it in city streetscapes, parks, and our neighbor’s yard, is the pin oak, not to be confused with the willow oak, as these common names are often interchangeable. The pin oak in this discussion is Quercus palustris and has a lobed leaf with sharp points, not the slender linear leaf of the “other” pin oak, also called willow oak Quercus phellos. The habit of going with the familiar, even in tree choice, can lead to a certain blandness that deprives us of discovering an unfamiliar gem. Nuttall oak (Quercus texana, still sometimes still referred to as Q. nuttallii in the nursery trade) is an underused oak that has similar characteristics to the pin oak but with a few bonus features. Named after the British-American botanist and ornithologist, Thomas Nuttall, this oak is fast growing, with a strong central leader with a pyramidal shape that ages to a more rounded form, making it an ideal shade tree. Native to lower Mississippi River bottomlands, this tree can tolerate poorly drained clay soils. Landscape height can reach 40 to 60 feet or more, with a spread of 25 to 40 feet, so give it plenty of room to grow in full sun. Rooting is deep compared to shade trees like many maples, so surface roots that may damage sidewalks or water pipes are less of a problem. Nuttalls are a superior choice to pin oaks in other ways, too. They have not fallen victim to bacterial leaf scorch, a disease that has been decimating pin oaks. This disease causes early fall leaf browning, progressive defoliation, and is ultimately fatal. Nuttall is a good choice as a replacement for trees that succumb to this disease. Another endearing quality is that the lowest branches of Nuttalls stay perpendicular to the ground rather than drooping, so go ahead and put your picnic table under the branches, because you’ll be able to walk (or mow) under them. Leaf color is far more striking in Nuttall oak than many other oaks. Starting in the spring, new growth has a purple-copper color that matures to deep green. Its late fall color is yellow-orange to orange-red and may even turn brilliant red. As winter approaches, it drops its leaves cleanly. Pin oak leaves are noted for their habit of hanging on, tattered and brown, well into the winter months. Nuttall oaks may not be as widely known as pin oaks, but they are available commercially. More and more nurseries are carrying them because they are such relatively fast growing trees. The straight species is available as well as cultivars like ‘Arcade’, ‘Esplanade’, and ‘Sangria’ that vary somewhat in fall color and growth habit. So try fish tacos next Tuesday, take the road less traveled on Sunday, and dare to have a new ‘do. While you’re at it, diversify your plant palette like you diversify your financial portfolio. A good place to start might just be with a Nuttall oak. The UT Gardens include plant collections located in Knoxville, Jackson, and Crossville. Designated as the official botanical garden for the State of Tennessee, the collections are part of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture. The Gardens’ mission is to foster appreciation, education, and stewardship of plants through garden displays, educational programs, and research trials. The Gardens are open during all seasons and free to the public. For more information, visit www.ag.tennessee. edu/utg.
July, 2019, East Tennessee’s Mountain Views • 11B
Ijams Nature Center Joins Forces with Aslan Foundation, Tennessee Department of Agriculture Forestry Division, and Grayson Subaru to Wage War on Weeds
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n 2019, Ijams Nature Center has declared war… on weeds. With support from the Aslan Foundation, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry, and Grayson Subaru, Ijams’ new Weed Warriors program focuses on eradicating invasive, nonnative species and restoring East Tennessee’s native landscape. “Preserving the native plants, trees and grasses of this region provides a healthy habitat for native animals, birds, insects, and fish to thrive,” said Amber Parker, Ijams Executive Director. “Bush honeysuckle, English ivy, and other fast-growing, nonnative species choke out the rich diversity of plants native to this area. Our native species are what make this region so special. If we don’t protect them, we could lose them - and the wildlife that relies on them for habitat and food - forever.” During the first year of the program, funding from the three partners is helping with start-up costs, from developing an education program and training volunteer Weed Warriors to building a bank of tools and gear to conduct the work. During the course of their training, volunteers will learn about invasive plant identification, treatment and removal, how to use tools properly, and methods to work safely in an outdoor setting. The initial cadre of Weed Warriors will lead their own volunteer groups to cover even more ground on the property. The second year of the project will move beyond Ijams’ borders and into the community. Weed Warriors will teach individuals, neighborhood groups, and busi-
nesses to identify invasives, promote the benefits of native plantings, and encourage them to choose natives when landscaping their homes and offices. The Weed Warriors project started with a mass eradication of invasive species on three acres of property that is the future home of the Grayson Subaru Preserve. Using the bulk of the first year’s funding, Ijams hired Invasive Plant Control, a Nashville-based company that specializes in treating large areas in a short amount of time. A team of six IPC staff cleared and treated three acres in only three days. Parker said this approach, while expensive at $5,000 per acre, has the potential to become a best practice in how nature centers, parks, and other protected natural areas are managed. It would take many months to accomplish the same result with staff and volunteers. “This initial investment in expert eradication followed with maintenance by trained volunteers may be the best way to effect meaningful, long-term landscape change,” said Parker. “We’re studying how this approach affects the restoration of native landscapes, how it impacts the diversity of flora and fauna, and how human perception of the landscape changes.” Aslan Foundation’s Executive Director, Andrea Bailey, agrees. “The Aslan Foundation is committed to protecting Knoxville’s natural resources,” said Bailey. “What we learn during this partnership with Ijams has the potential to be a model for one of the area’s most valued treasures,
Shakespeare on the Square Presents 29th Season
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he Tennessee Stage Company presents its 29th Summer Shakespeare Festival, featuring the comedies A Midsummer Night’s Dream and The Comedy of Errors. A Midsummer Night’s Dream opens the festival on Thursday, July 11, at Market Square. It continues through August 10, alternating performances with The Comedy of Errors, which runs July 12 through August 11. Admission is free to the Market Square performances. The indoor matinees at the Scruffy City Hall are $15. A donation basket is passed at Market Square, with a $10 suggested donation. Special VIP seating is available on the Square for $15. A Midsummer Night’s Dream July 11, 13, 19, 21, 25 & 27 and August 2, 4, 8 & 10 7 pm nightly outdoors on Market Square 2 pm matinee on July 21 indoors at Scruffy City Hall This famous romantic comedy is set in the Athenian woods on one magical midsummer night. Two young lovers, pursued by rivals for their love, spurned fathers and the angry Duke of Athens find themselves lost in a magical wonderland peopled by the King and Queen of the fairies and their sprite henchmen Robin Goodfellow, known as Puck. All three delight in playing games with mere mortals who chance to enter their woods. Add a group of rowdy tradesmen seeking a secluded spot to rehearse their play for the Duke’s wedding and you have all the ingredients for a wild evening of magic and comedy that could only have come from the glorious imagination of William Shakespeare. “Oh, what fools these mortals be.” The Comedy of Errors July 12, 14, 18, 20, 26 & 28 and August 1, 3, 9 & 11 7 pm nightly outdoors on Market Square 2 pm matinee on July 28 indoors at Scruffy City Hall One of Shakespeare’s first (and funniest) plays. Two sets of identical twins(!) with the same names(!!), Dromio and Antipholus, who were separated as infants, grow up in rival cities. Ephesus and Syracuse, with no knowledge of the others – until the twins from Syracuse pay a visit to Ephesus. Elaborate embarrassments abound as the whole town tries to sort out two Dromios and two Anthipholi. It’s a wild roller coaster ride with mistaken identities, hilarious blunders, and slapstick farce around every curve. “I to the world am like a drop of water that in the ocean seeks another drop.” A Midsummer Night’s Dream is directed by H. Caitlin Corbitt and The Comedy of Errors is directed by Jennifer Alldredge. Shakespeare on the Square productions are performed on a rough replica of the new Globe Theatre in London (a reconstruction of Shakespeare’s original theater). The plays are presented in the timeless style of Elizabethan theatrical presentations. The Tennessee Stage Company encourages audiences to spend an evening on the Square: Do a little shopping, have a nice dinner, see the play, and maybe stop by a pub afterward. All of this and more is available on Market Square nightly. So come early and see the Square! For more information about the Tennessee Stage Company, Shakespeare on the Square, or its support guild, Buddies of the Bard (BOB), call 865-546-4280, email tennesseestage@comcast.net, or visit www.tennesseestage.com. Shakespeare on the Square would not be possible without the support of the Tennessee Arts Commission, the Downtown Knoxville Alliance, the City of Knoxville, and Knox County.
Ijams Nature Center is a non-profit, 315-acre educational nature center for all ages, abilities, and walks of life. Ijams’mission is to encourage stewardship of the natural world by providing an urban greenspace for people to learn about and enjoy the outdoors through engaging experiences. Located just three miles from downtown Knoxville, Ijams features 12 miles of hiking and mixed-use trails, a public access river dock, swimming, boating, biking, and more. The center offers hundreds of educational programs annually, from day camps and school field trips to outdoor and classroom education programs on beginner birding and hiking to wildflower walks and family adventures. The Ijams grounds and trails are open every day from 8 am until dusk. The Visitor Center is open Monday through Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. For more information, call 865-577-4717 or visit www.ijams.org.
August 7 • 7:30 pm | Knoxville Civic Auditorium
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in the industry for more than 40 years and selling more than 26 million albums, Vince Gill is one the most successful musicians and guitarists of his time. Gill recently released the record Down To My Last Bad Habit, of which he wrote/co-wrote, co-produced, and is a featured musician on all 12 songs. Gill achieved his big breakthrough with “When I Call Your Name,” which won the Country Music Association’s Single of the Year award. Since then, he has won 17 more CMA honors, including Song of the Year four times – making him the most-awarded artist in that category in CMA history. Since 1990, Gill has received 21 Grammy® Awards and has sold more than 26 million albums. The Academy of Country Music has handed Gill eight awards, including their prestigious “The Home Depot Humanitarian Award” and the “Career Achievement Award.” Gill was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007. He is also a member of the Grand Ole Opry. In August 2012, Gill was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He is also a member of the six-time Grammy-winning band The Time Jumpers.
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