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Leaving a Legacy

The terms “legacy or legendary” are used so frequently these days and when we think of these terms we usually think of an amazing accomplishment. While this is an accurate term one may not realize we are all leaving a legacy behind and greatness is not in just an act or accomplishment, it is or should be a way of life.

As we have read numerous articles and material on Pat Summitt, our Vols, Jalen Reeves-Maybin and took a look back at the past year of the publication, I have continually thought about this term.

With the death of Pat Summitt this term has been used in every article, news report and interview and is most appropriate when you look at the achievements of her life. However, I feel that is more resounding when you look at who she was and the character in which lived.

When I sat with Jalen a year ago at Tennova Fitness center, where he was interning to learn about marketing and advertising, I got a brief glimpse into the character of this young man. I started off the meeting asking “So you play for the Vols”. He responded with a quiet “Yes ma’am”. Then I asked “So what position do you play? Jalen: “Linebacker ma’am”. Me: “So is that defense? Jalen: “Yes ma’am”.

I never let on that I knew exactly who he was or my love for our Vols. I wanted to see if you took away what he was known for, how would he react. Not once did he become agitated at the questions. He showed he was much more than a Vol “football star”. He was and is a respectful, full of joy, and amazing man with hopes of leaving more of a legacy than can be measured in stats.

As I look at these examples and back over the past year of all the incredible individuals I have met through the publication, I wonder what is it that I am leaving behind. Am I giving my best? What kind of legacy am I leaving? While I may never be an athletic super star, as Pat Summitt has said, “If I’m not leading by example, then I’m not doing the right thing. And I want to always do the right thing.” I am not sure what most will remember me for. I hope my legacy will reflect the effort that I give to doing my best in this life. I have many failures and I know that I will make more mistakes in the future. I just hope my character prevails.

Jalen Reeves-Maybin (Photo and Cover by Michael Patrick, Knoxville News Sentinel)

(Our Coach) (Our Coach)

Pat Summitt won.

• 32 combined Southern Eastern Conference titles

• 8 NCAA championships

• Naismith Women’s College Coach of the Year (1987,1989, 1998, 2004)

• SEC Coach of the Year (1993, 1995, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2007, 2011)

• Glamour Woman of the Year Award (1998)

• Naismith Coach of the Century (2000)

• Legends of Coaching Award (2008)

• Best Coach/Manager ESPY Award (2008)

• Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2011)

• Author Ashe Courage Award (2012)

• Presidential Metal of Freedom (2012)

• Naismith Outstanding Contributor to Women’s Basketball (2013)

• 1,098 winning games

And that’s just to name a few.

Throughout her 38 years of coaching, her awards exceed double digits. It is an exceptional record of achievement, which led her to become the most winningest NCAA D-1 basketball coach of all time.

Although this distinguished list sets Summitt apart, her basketball career is not her only win. Summitt stated, “You win life with people.” Her reel of highlights revolved around people and winning relationships. 1,098 winning games – one cannot look at that number and not stand in ovation. On the court she guided 161 Lady Vols to victory. However, her intent with these relationships went beyond the area of the court.

court. She inspired people in all sectors of life to succeed and strive for greatness. Success does not come easily. Pat made this clear. It comes with a willingness to fail, then rise up and shoot again. Fans and admirers of Pat look at her records and are hard-pressed to find a missed shot. Even her lost games are admired, as the crowd knew Pat would come back with an undefeatable game plan. Failure and success were handled with grace and humility, as was her diagnosis with early onset dementia, Alzheimer’s type.

On August 23, 2011, Summitt publically announced her newest and most relentless opponent yet. She was unscathed by her opponent, as she stated she was fine and continued to coach. Her loyalty to her team was unmatched by this opponent; she was determined to coach for three more years. And the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, “backed Pat” unanimously. The seven-time SEC Coach of the Year’s victories, leadership, and dedication for Rocky Top was unwavering. Alzheimer’s was not going to prevail – it did not abide by the “Definite Dozen.” Its road to success was blocked and barricaded by a monsoon of orange and white. When Alzheimer’s swiped her memories and urged forgetfulness to take over, Summitt and her team stood firmly against their opponent.

Summitt was determined to lead her Lady Vols to victory; she wanted them to succeed and be gracious in all that they did. Her team of 161 had a 100% graduation rate. She abided by her “Definite Dozen” rules to success and advised her team to follow.

1. Respect Yourself and Others

2. Take Full Responsibility

3. Develop and Demonstrate Loyalty

4. Learn to Be a Great Communicator

5. Discipline Yourself So No One Else Has To

6. Make Hard Work Your Passion

7. Don’t Just Work Hard, Work Smart

8. Put The Team Before Yourself

9. Make Winning an Attitude

10. Be a Competitor

11. Change Is a Must

12. Handle Success How You Handle Failure

These guidelines do not solely apply to the confines of the

Summitt thoughtfully cultivated her next game plan – the Pat Summitt Foundation. In November 2011, she and her son Tyler Summitt formed the foundation as an effort to uncover innovative research for Alzheimer’s. Her game plan was executed flawlessly as she gained numerous supporters and donations. The winningest coach announced, “I thought I would be remember for winning basketball games, but I hope I am remembered for making a difference in this disease.” Pat dedicated her life, as she did to basketball, to making a difference in the lives of people. She committed herself to finding a cure; she would succeed by following the “Definite Dozen.”

On June 28, 2016, our coach played her final game.

Pat Summitt won.

She won with people, her relationship with Christ, and the “Definite Dozen.” Rule eleven stands true, “Change Is a Must.” In the sea of orange and white, there is change, there is success, and there is a cure.

The Pat Summitt Foundation has partnered with The University of Tennessee Medical Center to produce the Pat Summitt Alzheimer’s Clinic. This clinic is expected to open in December 2016. To donate, visit patsummitt.org or mail to the following address:

The Pat Summitt Foundation

520 W. Summitt Hill Dr., Suite 1101 Knoxville, TN

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SCORE A TOUCHDOWNwith Game Day Style

There’s something special about getting dressed for game day. For some, sporting their team’s colors is about team pride and the spirit of the game, while for others it’s about good luck. At the University of Tennessee Knoxville, there’s no lack of loyal, enthusiastic fans. Volunteer football is an institution and legacy, and fans go all out on game day. Although game day has the game of football at its core, it’s still enjoyable to add a fashionable touch to the orange and white wardrobe. This season, you can cheer the Vols on in style while exuding team pride.

Kick Off with Fun Tops & Rompers

Instead of the usual team t-shirt, opt for a garment that is “in” this season, but that still sports the Vols colors or emblem. Tie dye and stripes are trends this season along with loose, racer back tanks. There are many local shops that have fun tanks in UT colors. If you’re looking for something more fashionable, an orange dress or romper is a great option. Blush Boutique, in University Commons, offers stylish orange apparel featuring the latest style trends.

Get a Sack...Full of Accessories

For game day, accessories are a fun statement, especially if you’re wearing a solid colored top, dress or romper. Orange and white bracelets are perfect to accessorize with outfits, or earrings with the UT emblem or orange and white prints. A scarf is also a great way to complete a look, especially as the weather becomes cooler. Look for scarves in fun prints that incorporate orange, white and even gray or black.

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Make a Field Goal with Footwear

For head to toe team spirit, there’s even footwear. Flip flops in UT colors with the logo come in sizes and styles for men, women and kids. Interception of “Style and Spirit” with polos and button-down dress shirts. For men, you don’t have to wear the same old t-shirt either. During the warmer weather, a UT polo shirt is a great option, or a short sleeve button-down shirt. In cooler weather a long sleeve button-down top paired with a vest is a great option. These shirts can come in solid orange, or even stripes or plaids, all in UT colors.

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Block the Weather with Easy Hair Styles

When attending a game or tailgating, you want your hair to like nice, but also to be out of the way and not be a fuss. During windy or humid weather, hair can be a challenge, so pulling your hair back can be helpful. Hair doesn’t have to be a plain pony tail though—your hair can be just as fun as your team apparel! For the perfect game day hair, we recruited the experts at GEO Hair Lab, stylists Aaron Francisco White and Jewely Patino. They made pony tails, braids and buns look stylish, and it’s all about texture and volume. Before putting your hair up, add texture with a curling iron, or wash and blow out your hair with a hair dryer. For a pony tail, add some teasing at the crown of your hair and wrap a few strands of hair around the rubber band and pin it for a stylish look. Braids are also great for game day hair. Side braids are “in” and an easy way to keep your hair in check. For a bun, after curling your hair, pull back the hair around your face and pin it into a top bun for a fun look.

Whether you’re a UT alumnus or alumna, a current UT student or UT football fan, with these style tips, you can look your best— and show your team pride—while cheering on the Vols. With football season around the corner, now is a great time to start preparing for tailgating, cookouts or attending the games.

Photography Credits

Photographer – Max Ganly Photography, www.maxganly.com

Wardrobe Stylist – Sarah Merrell, www.sarahmerrell.com

Hair Styling – Aaron Francisco White and Jewely Patino at GEO Hair Lab

Models – Gage Models & Talent Agency: Adam Stair, Leslie Truan, Emily Watson

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What made you want to make other women feel beautiful?

I (Sarah) struggled with an eating disorder and body image issues through college. As I looked around I began to realize that the struggle over body image, comparison, desire for perfection, dissatisfaction, etc. is common to every woman to some extent. We believe God has given us the mission to be that voice in the women who come to Beauty Hunters workouts.

What would you say to a woman who was too embarrassed to take that first step toward fitness?

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We have all been there. And we’ve all been the girl at the gym who has no idea what to do with all that equipment. We have one class in a gym. The rest are outside at area parks. If you know how to walk and bend your knees, we’ll teach you the rest. Grab a yoga mat and water bottle and give us a try! It’s even free! So you’ve only lost an hour of your time and invested it in your health. What have you got to lose?

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Are Your Child’s Eyes Ready for the New School Year?

Myopia, or near-sightedness, is increasing world-wide. In the US, the prevalence of myopia is approximately 40% of the adult population. High myopia can increase the risk for many eye problems including glaucoma, retinal detachments, and cataracts. Extensive research has been done to determine the cause and possible solutions for this growing epidemic.

It’s that time of year again. As our children acclimate to the new school year and adjust from the relaxed schedule of summer, we as parents attempt to make this transition as seamless as possible. School supplies, clothing, new backpacks, and yes, doctor’s visits.

Unfortunately for our children, many parents rely solely on vision screenings done at the school or at their pediatrician’s office. Although these screenings have their value, they must not take the place of thorough, comprehensive eye examinations performed by eye care professionals.

Vision plays an integral part in learning. Annual eye exams are just as important as annual physicals. The visual system is very complex and requires special testing which can only be done adequately by eye care professionals. Eye health and visual function are equally important for maintaining optimal vision. Dr. Brent Fry is the owner and optometric physician of Premier Eyecare located in West Knoxville. Dr. Fry is committed to providing children with clear, comfortable, healthy vision for a lifetime. “Every child is different and everyone has a unique visual system. It is my job as an eye doctor to thoroughly examine, diagnose, and treat any disorders which can interfere with clear, comfortable vision .” Due to the advancements of technology over the past few years, many individuals are having trouble focusing comfortably. “We are now prescribing glasses or contact lenses at a much higher rate among young people than ever before. There are many reasons for this, but computers, and hand-held electronic devices are surely playing a big role.”

One particular treatment which has been growing in popularity and effectiveness is Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT). Dr. Fry has been treating myopia with CRT for nearly two decades. CRT uses specially designed rigid gas-permeable contact lenses which are worn during sleep, to correct myopia. This treatment is especially well-suited for children and teenagers. Much research has been done on the control of myopia. CRT

lenses have been shown to be the most effective treatment in reducing myopia progression. CRT also eliminates the need for distance corrective glasses and daytime contact lenses.

CRT lenses mold the cornea overnight, changing the shape of the cornea similar to what is done in LASIK. CRT causes a temporary change making it ideal for young people whose eyes are still growing. LASIK is contraindicated in people under the age of 21.

Schedule your children’s annual eye exams with Dr. Fry at Premier Eyecare and he’ll make sure they are seeing their best to start off the new school year. 865-966- 0100. www. Premier-Eyecare.net

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It’s Football Time in Tennessee! Summer is approaching the end but we are heading into fall just in time for football. Our busy traveling months are slowing now that we’re heading back to work and school. This is the time to get back in the gym and keep a healthy routine before the holiday months. Have you ever wanted to train like an athlete? Or maybe you just want that athletic physique?

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Proper Nutrition is an Integral Part of a Healthy Lifestyle!

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Urban Living on the Patio

Hello Knoxville,

I am thrilled to introduce you to the launch of Allison Stanley Interiors, Staging Homes & Styling Spaces. At the age of 10, I drew my first ever residential floor plan where the whole design flowed effortlessly from my mind to paper in only a matter of minutes. The only point I got stuck was trying to figure out a place for guests to drop off their coats as they entered the front door. Here my first design dilemma unfolded and I would fall asleep at night racking my brain for the perfect drop off space.

Today my thinking isn't quite as simple as my 10 year old self, yet years later through lots of life changes and plenty of design dilemmas, I do still find inspiration thinking through and creating inviting spaces. Inspiration comes in many forms and often in my down time I am pouring through a wide range of design magazines, there is something about holding glossy pages and studying the details that awaken my creativity. I also follow many designers on social media as well as read blogs that help me stay current and study trends. Traveling to the seasonal showcase home markets in both Atlanta and High Point are influential as a designer but I find being invested locally to design happenings right here in our own city the most rewarding. I can't wait to share with you design happenings in Knoxville each month. You're invited to come along with me and be inspired together celebrating and uncovering the many platforms of design in our very own city.

Downtown Knoxville is my starting point. I am looking forward to touring the East Tennessee Community Design Center's (ETCDC) 2016 Home Tour, focusing on urban homes with outdoor spaces in eight different downtown buildings. These residences range in design style from modern to traditional while each sharing a common feature, having some type of unique outdoor space. I talked with Gayle Bustin, who is on the board of ETCDC and is spearheading this event. Bustin has traveled and lived all over the world but it was from her early childhood years traveling with her family to the great Smokey Mountains that planted an East Tennessee yearning among all her life travels. This area grew with her until she decided to settle down and retire. With original plans to build closer to the mountains, she and her husband caught the vision of downtown urban living. They bought a condo in the Holston almost 9 years ago and rented it until time to permanently reside there. When the time came to make downtown Knoxville home, they stayed in the building, kept the rental but bought a bigger place to call home on the 12th floor. Her home will be featured in the tour as well as that of her neighbors, the only other home shared on the 12th floor Holston.

Having the opportunity to talk with Bustin about urban living, I couldn't help to wonder for someone who has lived and traveled on almost on every continent, what it is like to settle in downtown Knoxville. She says her experience of living abroad is consistent to the diversity she finds downtown. It's the eclectic mix of culture and families that rather than divide, unites and brings a common connection among the people. I also ask the all too often and most frequently asked question... but where do you grocery shop? Being a mother and having a family, that seems to be my pitiful but honest fear of urban living. Bustin likes to keep it local and shops at the Farmer's Market and other nearby places but when she need things she can't find there, she hops on the free trolley to University Commons right passed campus. Her answer calmed my fears and seemed rather charming instead of dutiful to think of grocery shopping by way of farmer's market or trolley ride. Above all, she enjoys the neighborhood feel and says it is "more than a community but truly a village". She doesn't just pass her neighbors on the road, but frequently is out with them enjoying their presence and socializing together in the city. She rarely uses her car these days and gets around biking, trolleying or walking. It's these moments, living in the present among people in her community that leave her encouraged to reside in such a great city. Bustin has lived all over, and is thankful to return to a place of childhood memories and call Knoxville home.

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JALEN REEVES-MAYBIN Ready To Leave A Legacy At Tennessee

By Scott Herpst

ESPN recently came out with its list of the Top 100 college football players for the 2016 season.

Making their list, at No. 77, was Tennessee senior linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin. Fans in Knoxville would argue that No. 77 is way too low.

On a defense stocked with talent going into the 2016 season, there may be no one more important than Reeves-Maybin.

The Northeast (Clarksville) High product has established himself over the past three seasons as one of the top defensive players in the entire Southeastern Conference. He earned a spot on the league’s Pre-Season Media Days All-SEC Team at first team linebacker after ranking seventh in the conference in total tackles (105) as a junior. A total of 14 of those tackles went for a loss and he ended the year with six sacks.

He played in 11 games as a true freshman, but became a starter the following year, racking up 10 total tackles in his first-ever start, a win over Utah State. He hasn’t come out of the lineup since, having been a starter for the past 26 consecutive games, and head coach Butch Jones named him as one of four permanent team captains for the upcoming season.

But it was Jan. 12 of this year when Reeves-Maybin permanently endeared himself to Big Orange Nation.

After seriously considering to forgo his final year at Tennessee for a chance at the NFL Draft, Reeves took to Twitter to announce his decision.

“The truth of the matter is, my biggest childhood

dream was to be a GREAT college football player,” he posted. “Yea, I was taught as a kid, ‘good is the enemy of great’….So y’all got me for one more season and it will be nothing short of GREATNESS.”

At SEC Media Days, Jones spoke highly of his senior standout, as well as senior defensive back Cameron Sutton and junior running back Alvin Kamara, who also opted to spurn the NFL for one more season in Knoxville.

“Jalen spoke in front of the team when we had a team meeting,” Jones recalled. “And I think you’re starting to see the dynamics of our football family and how close this football team is. He stood up and he said he made a pact to his mother and he had a dream growing up that he would leave a legacy at the University of Tennessee. And he said, I have not left a legacy. I have done nothing yet in my career at the University of Tennessee, and I have one more year to get it done.

“And I think when you have that type of leadership — and Cam Sutton, what can I say about him as well. And Alvin Kamara. He had an opportunity to leave as well. And I think when you have individuals come back, that speaks volumes that they believe in your football program and they believe in their teammates and they love representing our university and our institution and our state.”

With fierce determination and fiery intensity on the field, and a pleasant, likeable personality off

of it, Reeves-Maybin has drawn comparisons to legendary UT linebacker Al Wilson, a fan-favorite who many considered the heart and soul of the Vols’ 1998 National Championship team. Like Wilson, Reeves-Maybin stands just six-foot tall and weights close to 230 pounds. And like the ex-Jackson Central-Merry product, ReevesMaybin commands attention and respect when he addresses his teammates and he has the total trust of his coaches.

“Some of our team meetings have been very, very dynamic. And I’ll tell you a story,” Jones said at Media Days. “In the spring, I had Jalen come to my office. He said, ‘Coach, I’ve put together a video, and I’d like to show our football team.’ And usually I want to proof the video, but I had so much faith and confidence in him, I said okay, go ahead. So he walks up to the team and put together a 25-point video on his own. The first thing he did is he showed clips from different games of himself, whether it was a missed tackle, whether it was a missed communication, a missed fundamental in coverage, and it started with him. Then he proceeded to go through all of the critical plays -- offense, defense and special teams. And a football play can come down to two to three plays that mean the difference between winning and losing, and you never know which play it’s going to be. That play could be in the first quarter. You just

never know. That’s why you play every play like it’s your last.”

Jones said “You always have to learn from the previous experiences and past experiences. It’s something we spoke about ever since we started that offseason program and just what does it take in pointing defining moments out in the game. But when we talk about leadership, we always talk about it’s better to be a playercoached team than a coach-coached team.”

The buzz surrounding Team 120 has been growing ever since Jan. 1 when the Vols absolutely blasted No. 13-ranked Northwestern, 45-6, in the Outback Bowl. It continued in early August when the Vols were ranked in the Top 10 of the USA Today Amway Coaches Poll — their first Top 10 appearance in the poll in nearly 10 years — and the Vols were one of four teams, along with Alabama, Florida State and Clemson, to receive at least one first-place vote.

And with other standouts like quarterback Josh Dobbs, running back Jalen Hurd, defensive tackle Derek Barnett and special teams standout Evan Berry all back in the fold, and with Jones pulling in some of the top recruiting classes in the nation, expectations are high among the Vols faithful that an orange-and-white checkered flag is in view, signifying the end of Tennessee’s long road back to the top.

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Photo by Jim Brown of USA Today Sports

Photo by Robin Rudd / Times Free Press

Tennessee Football

UNIFORM EVOLUTION

Johnny Majors • Oh yes it’s great to be a Tennessee Vol • Butch Jones • Vol Navy

1892

1892 In the second season of University of Tennessee football, the Vols played their home opener on the new “Curry Field”. Supposedly, the orange & white colors were inspired by the American Daisies which grew on The Hill, the home of most of the classrooms at the time.

1903 The 1903 team, coached by H. F. Fisher, had only 14 players.

1914 Zora Clevenger coached the 1914 team. Home games were played on Wait Field in front of more than 2000 fans.

1925 Home games were now being played on Shields-Watkins Field on 15th street (now Phillip Fulmer Way).

1938 #37, Bowden Wyatt led the team to a perfect 11-0 season. The coach was General Robert Reese Neyland, who was by now in his 11th year as head coach. Even though Neyland left Tennessee for the armed forces for the1941-45 seasons, he still coached the team for a total of 21 seasons.

1942 The 1942 team was coached by John Barnhill and went 9-1-1. #62 is in honor of Clyde “Ig” Fuson, who was killed in WW II in December 1944 and whose number is now retired. Tennessee did not field a team in 1943, but resumed play in 1944.

1951 The 1951 Tennessee squad is the stuff of legend and was Tennessee’s first outright National Championship team coached by General Bob Neyland. #27 was worn by All-American tailback/halfback Hank Lauricella who finished 2nd in Heisman balloting.

1967 Coached by Doug Dickey, the 1967 team won the SEC Championship outright with a perfect 6-0 record. #75 honors all-SEC offensive tackle John Boynton.

1971 This 1971 jersey honors #7 Condrege Holloway who actually starred at Tennessee from 1972-74. The 1971 squad was coached by 2nd year coach Bill Battle, who was only 28 when he became head coach. The 1972 season saw the first night game at Neyland Stadium, a 28-21 victory over Tennessee Volunteers.

1983 The 1983 team was coached by Johnny Majors. Tennessee was captained by #92 Reggie White, an All-American tackle and legend in his own time.

1989 Johnny Majors, in his 13th of 16 seasons, was head coach. Team captain was All-American offensive guard Eric Still. #79 honors Eric Still who played all 4 years 1986-1989.

1995 #16 honors the legend, Peyton Manning, who as a sophomore in 1995 led the team to an 11-1 record. Manning won 39 of the 45 games he started and finished his career as Tennessee’s all-time leading passer with 11,201 yards and 89 touchdowns. The coach of the 1995 team was former player, Phillip Fulmer.

1998 The 1998 Tennessee team went 13-0 in a single season and thus laid claim to the National Championship - their first in 47 years - beating Florida State 23-16 in the Fiesta Bowl. #37 honors wide receiver Peerless Price whose catching helped lead Tennessee to the Championship.

2007 The 2007 team was coached by 16th year coach Phillip Fulmer. #86 honors senior tight end Brad Cottam who was selected in the 3rd round of the 2008 NFL draft.

2009 [NOT PICTURED] Tennessee brought back its black alternate jersey (for the first time since 1920) with contrasting orange accents against South Carolina. Black was actually the Vols’ primary uniform color from 1911-1920. Orange pants, now used at home with orange jerseys as an alternate and on the road at times, made their debut in 1977.

2013 [NOT PICTURED] Tennessee unveiled its five jersey combinations less than a month before Butch Jones coached his first Vols game, and after wearing orange pants at Oregon and going with the all-white look at Florida, the Vols will wear Saturday the fourth combination in their first six games.

2015 Nike re-branding began in July when the Vols revealed this year’s updated uniform set, the first swoosh-centric pieces in the university’s new eight-year apparel contract. Nike provided subtle changes to Tennessee’s familiar home and away combinations while keeping the Vols’ traditional white and orange flair, but the R&D team went dramatic with the program’s new alternates, dumping the former all-grey look for a dynamic two-shaded ‘Smokey’ ensemble.

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Pigeon Forge Rod Run

by Margaret Easterly

In 1983, the owner of the Grand Hotel, Ken Seaton, searched for new ways to fill hotel rooms. And so, the Grand Rod Run was born. Seaton hired a promoter to run the event, while he tended to the hotel. Since 1983, several promoters have run the show. Byron Cooper, corvette extraordinaire, along with his brother became promoters, known as MCS Promotions, in 1991. However, Seaton still owned the show, then known as The Grand Run.

Today, there are three partners: Rod Milligan, and brothers, Bryon and Ronny Cooper. These three partners collaborate and keep the show running. Milligan owns ET Graphics, which is a major automotive apparel supplier. ET Graphics supplies all the merchandise sold during the now Pigeon Forge Rod Run, along with most major East coast automotive events. While Milligan supplies the merchandise, the Coopers focus on corvettes. The Coopers own Coopers Corvette Center in Knoxville and hold the “Corvette Expo” in Sevierville during March and in Loudon during October.

Over the past 33 years, the Coopers and Milligan expanded the Rod Run into one of the largest automotive events in the Eastern US. The show generates millions of dollars for Pigeon Forge and takes place twice a year in April and September at the new LeConte Center.

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When the Grand Hotel closed in 2013, the partners switched the location of the show and changed the name from The Grand Rod Run to Pigeon Forge Rod Run. In late 2013, the new LeConte Center was built and secured a place for future shows. MCS Promotions has claimed dates through 2026 for April and September events.

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Since MCS Promotions moved the show to the LeConte Center, the show has more than doubled in size. The Grand Hotel lacked the space for growth. When they moved the show, they gained a 100,000 square foot space for vehicles and free parking for spectators. Not only did the show gain space, but it also gained recognition. Many celebrities, including Cindy Howard (Shirley), Christi Lee (All Girls Garage), Courtney Hanson (Power Block TV), and Bryon Cooper’s favorite, Dennis Gage from “My Classic Car TV,” have made appearances. People come from over 1,000 miles away to view the Rod Run’s unique collection. Unique vehicles such as “The Dracula” and “The Koach” from the 1960’s show called The Munsters have made their way to the Pigeon Forge run. Eddie Munster even held a meet and greet with the vehicle. In September, spectators can expect to see the original Bat Mobile replica and Jim Mitchum from the movie, “Thunder Road.” The Coopers and Milligan only expect the growth to continue.

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UT Football Field [Turf Facts]

From 1921 to the end of the 1967 season the field surface was natural grass. In 1968, coinciding with the addition of the East Upper Deck, Tennessee-Turf (TartanTurf-3M) was installed as the playing surface, in part to provide better drainage.

Since 2007, the entire surface of Shields-Watkins field gets re-sodded annually with Bermuda Tifway 419, which rests on a 12-inch bed of sand and pebbles to enhance drainage. The particular hybrid Bermuda grass is also used on golf courses, other athletic fields as well as home and commercial lawns.

The field is mowed 62 times a year and is irrigated 42 times a year from May through November. About 756,000 gallons of water are applied to the field annually at an estimated cost of $1612.80

The turf is maintained through several processes such as irrigation, aerifying, fertilizing, liming, dethatching, topdressing with sand, and insecticide and herbicide application.

When cold weather sets in, the Bermuda grass goes dormant and ryegrass takes its place.

Annual costs of maintaining Shields-Watkins field is around $10,000 annually. However, that figure represents the field only, not the stadium itself.

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2016 Tennessee Volunteers Football Schedule

Appalachian State Mountaineers

Thursday Sept. 1 7:30pm ET SECN

Saturday Sept. 10

Sept. 17

Sept. 24

Saturday Oct. 1

Saturday Oct. 8

Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN

Virginia Tech Hokies

Bristol Motor Speedway, Bristol, TN

Ohio Bobcats

Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN

Florida Gators

Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN

Georgia Bulldogs

Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA

Texas A&M Aggies

Kyle Field, College Station, TX

Alabama Crimson Tide

Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN

South Carolina Gamecocks

Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC

Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles

Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN

Kentucky Wildcats

Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN

Missouri Tigers

Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN

Vanderbilt Commodores

Vanderbilt Stadium, Nashville, TN

SEC Championship Game

Georgia Dome, Atlanta, GA

A Partnership That Provides {To

End Hunger}

The Scarecrow Foundation’s mission, as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is ending hunger in America through entertainment and promotion. In order to make this mission possible, the foundation partners up with various hunger agencies and food pantries. These partnerships enable The Scarecrow Foundation to promote and bring awareness to certain causes. In an effort to put an end to hunger, they have partnered with The Love Kitchen. Since 1984, Helen and Ellen Ashe, the Love Kitchen founders, sought out to make a change. Helen saw a broadcasting of Church Street United Methodist’s soup line. Immediately, Helen knew what her mission was: she would “help feed God’s children.” Ellen joined in with her mission, and they moved forward with the ideals of their parents in mind:

• There is only one Father and that is the Father in Heaven.

• There is only one race, the human race.

• Never take the last piece of bread. Someone may come by in need of it.

On Valentine’s Day in 1986, The Love Kitchen launched. The sisters served 22 people that day in a small church. Today, the love has spread with a fair and humble hand. It expanded into its own building enabling the volunteers to serve many more people. Although they started off serving just 22, the Kitchen now provides around 3,000 meals each week to the Knoxville community. The Love Kitchen serves people whom Helen calls the five Hs, which are the homeless, homebound, the hungry, the helpless, and the hopeless. Each week the volunteers serve

80-120 hot meals in house, while delivering many other meals to homebound people. The kitchen works off of gracious donations and volunteers. Considering private donations and an unpaid staff run the organization, every bit of help and pennies contribute to the success of Helen and Ellen’s mission.

If you are looking to get involved, visit www. thelovekitchen.org for more information. Every volunteer and donation is welcome with a hug and a lot of love.

Meanwhile, The Scarecrow Foundation will host its 12th Annual Gator Hator week in support of the Love Kitchen. The Scarecrow Foundation encourages “entertainment with a purpose.” Entertainment is the driving force of the foundation’s promotion. Jimmy Buckner, executive director of The Scarecrow Foundation and Florida Gator himself, says, “We have a lot of fun bringing awareness to hunger.” And the Gator Hator event, certainly, exceeds the expectation. During the week of September 17th, the foundation will put on over 20 events ranging from pool and poker tournaments to trivia. Visit www.gatorhator.com to get a full rundown of the events. At the end of the week, The Scarecrow Foundation intends to raise $17,000, which will provide the Love Kitchen with a new steam kettle. The Scarecrow Foundation invites you to Gator Hator week, September 17th – 24th, and to donate directly to www.thelovekitchen. com.

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6-8 medium potatoes (about 3 pounds)

1 pound lean ground turkey

1 jalapeño pepper, minced

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Green onion and cilantro for topping

Taco Meat Seasoning:

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1/4 t. paprika

1/4 t. chili powder

1/4 t. onion powder

1/4 t. garlic powder

1/2 t. Himalayan pink salt

1/2 t. cumin

1/4 t. black peper

Preheat oven to 400 degrees, wrap sweet potatoes in aluminum foil. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until soft when squeezed. Remove from oven and allow them to cool enough to handle. Cut them in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out center leaving a little bit of flesh. (You can use the leftovers to make mashed sweet potatoes for the next day!) Sauté ground turkey in a skillet until cooked, then add 1/2 cup of water with taco seasoning. Fill each skin with a heaping spoonful of ground turkey then top with tomatoes, jalapeños, and guacamole or avocado, green onion and cilantro.

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Events in Greater Knoxville

COMEDY

Full Disclosure Comedy

Aug 24 - 8:00 PM Open Chord

QED COMEDY LABORATORY

March 21, 2016 - December 19, 2016

Recurring weekly on Monday

Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Price: Donations Accepted

106 East Jackson Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37915

POETRY OPEN MIC

July 1, 2016 - September 1, 2016

Recurring monthly on the 1st Phone: (302) 757-6651

Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

800 N. 4th Ave | Knoxville, TN 37917 (302) 757-6651

THE IMPROV*ABLES: COMEDY SHOW

Recurring monthly on the 1st

Time: 7:30 PM

Price: Free (Donations Excepted)

1209 North Central Street | Knoxville, TN 37917

COMMUNITY

FOOD TRUCK PARK & MARKET

Recurring monthly on the 3rd Thursday Phone: (865) 249-7808

Time: 6:00 PM

300 West Depot Street | Knoxville, TN 37917 (865) 249-7808

FITNESS WORKSHOP: BARRE BELLE SUP YOGA

July 14, 2016 - December 31, 2016

Recurring weekly on Thursday, Saturday Phone: (865) 577-4717

Time: 6:00 PM

Price: $25/person

2915 Island Home Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37920 (865) 577-4717

K-TOWN SOUND SHOW CHORUS: OPEN REHEARSALS

July 14, 2016 - December 29, 2016

Recurring weekly on Thursday

Time: 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Price: Free

500 Hotel Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37918

EMORY PLACE BLOCK PARTY

August 20, 2016

Time: 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Price: Free

Emory Place | Knoxville, TN 37917

WONDER OF HUMMINGBIRDS FESTIVAL

August 20, 2016

Time: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Price: Free

2915 Island Home Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37920 (865) 577-4717 ext. 117

MARKETING FOR SMALL PRESS AUTHORS AND THE SELFPUBLISHED

Saturday, Aug. 20

Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Price: $2

201 E. 3rd Ave. | Knoxville, TN 37917

MARKET SQUARE FARMERS’ MARKET

May 4, 2016 - November 16, 2016

Recurring weekly on Wednesday Phone: (865) 805-8687

Time: 11 am to 2 pm (865) 805-8687

BIKE ZOO SATURDAY MORNING RIDE

July 16, 2016 - December 31, 2016

Recurring weekly on Saturday Phone: (865) 558-8455

Time: 9:00 AM

5020 Whittaker Dr | Knoxville, TN 37919 (865) 558-8455

THE 3RD ANNUAL GREAT LLAMA RACE

October 1, 2016

Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

963 Worlds Fair Park Drive | Knoxville, TN 37916 (865) 690-3323

FAMILY

SECOND SUNDAY ART ACTIVITY DAY

March 13, 2016 - November 13, 2016

Recurring monthly on the 2nd Sunday

Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Price: Free

1050 World’s Fair Park Drive | Knoxville, TN 37916 (865) 525-6101

“NAVITAT AT NIGHT” | EXPERIENCE THE ZIPLINE ADVENTURE PARK AFTER DARK!

July 2, 2016 - September 3, 2016

Recurring weekly on Saturday

Phone: (855) 628-4828

Price: $44 kids ages 8 to 11; $49 ages 12+ and adults

2915 Island Home Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37920 (855) 628-4828

VINTAGE BASEBALL EXPRESS TRAIN ABOARD THE THREE RIVERS RAMBLER

All Summer Season

Time: 10:30 AM

Price: Adults: $26.50; Seniors: $25.50; Child (3-12): $15.50; Toddler (1-2): $7.50; Infants: FREE

2560 University Commons Way | Knoxville, TN 37919 (865) 524-9411

GHOST HUNTING ADVENTURE WITH HAUNTED KNOXVILLE GHOST TOURS

Recurring weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Price: Price Varies per Season (865) 377-9677

DOGWOOD ARTS: ART IN PUBLIC PLACES

July 13, 2016 - March 10, 2017

Recurring daily

Time: 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM

Price: Free

Downtown Knoxville | Knoxville, TN 37902 (865) 637-4561

FAMILY FUN DAY: SAILING ALONG THE NILE

August 27, 2016

Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Price: Free

1327 Circle Park Drive | Knoxville, TN 37996-3200 (865) 974-2144

3RD ANNUAL KNOX ASIAN FESTIVAL

August 28, 2016

Time: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Price: Free

Market Square | Knoxville, TN 37902

NEW HARVEST PARK FARMER’S MARKET

June 2, 2016 - November 24, 2016

Recurring weekly on Thursday

Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

4775 New Harvest Lane | Knoxville, TN 37918 (865) 215-6600

Happy Anniversary!

HUSHH MAGAZINE TURNS 1 THIS MONTH

a look back at the inception of hushh magazine

[Get your FACTS straight.]

[A] This was the fist issue of Hushh Magazine. It took nearly 8 months to go from inception to creation.

[B] Karen Waldrup was our first featured celebrity in the magazine. She started the trend for us wich lead to our local artist spotlight.

[C] This was the first total abstract cover that we did. More copies of this issue were taken than any other up to that point.

[D] We had the opportunity to team up with Gage Models and Talent and have been working together ever since. Go Team Gage!

[E] Tara Thompson was one of the most humble and down to earth celebrities we had the opportunity to interview.

[F] James McCartney gave us an exclusive interview through Open Chord Music! Our relationship with Open Chord has let us pass along some very talented artists to our readers.

[G] 2 important things happened during this issue. [1] We decided to go to a two month shelf life. It allows us to put better content in and it also allows for our advertisers to be seen a little longer. [2] We realized that who we are as a magazine is always evolving. Whether it’s through slight variations in our logo or the content inside. We strive to bring East TN a great publication that is current, fresh, and most importantly - FREE!

[To recap.]

It is hard to believe Hushh Magazine was started one year ago to showcase Knoxville’s “hidden gems”.

As all publications, it began with an idea. Well not just one idea, but one after another, after another as creative director Tim Scarsella would not be content with just one publication. Tim presented me with several different publication ideas and while all would have been good, Hushh he said, “you know like Knoxville’s best kept secrets”, was the one that got my attention.

The publication is free. We did not want to charge for the publication or give money for our articles to outside sources. It is an advertiser driven publication. I, along with creative director Tim Scarsella and office manager Cajun Graham, started Hushh one year ago to give the Knoxville area something new. Something without an agenda. No platform for personal opinions or political propaganda. Simply Knoxville, East TN stories about our area as well as the people and businesses that make it great.

The idea was to be a boutique style book showcasing Knoxville’s best kept secrets. And as hard as we tried to make it a luxury boutique book, it just didn’t fit. We wanted to showcase all of Knox and the border counties not just one little area of Knoxville. So we allowed the publication to evolve.

Since then Hushh has transformed into much more than a simple boutique book. It has featured rising country stars such as Fairview Union, Tara Thompson, Karen Waldrup, Jimmy Charles, rock artist James McCartney (yes Paul McCartney’s son) and local artist Erick Baker. In addition to artists, Hushh has featured fitness star Jessica Bass and rising model Emily Presnell. The magazine also took on a roll dedicating each issue to local charities including, STAR (Shangra-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding), The Sierra Club, Alzheimer’s of Tennessee, Humane Society of Tennessee Valley, Young-Williams Animal Center, ALS, American Heart Association, and The Autism Achievement Academy. Hushh partners with a new charity each issue as a means to raise awareness and money for a multitude of local organizations. Hushh is grateful to work alongside The Scarecrow Foundation for this issue with a mission to help end hunger in America starting here in East Tennessee. The opportunity to work alongside these organizations has proven to be an undeniable valuable. In March, we set out to promote Gage Model and Talent’s Knoxville Fashion Week, which benefited the Autism Achievement Academy. Since the show, we gained a relationship with Gage Talent founder Jaime Hemsley along with Sarah Merrell of Gage Models and Talent whom coordinates the models, photographers, apparel, and locations for our Style section. She went above and beyond when organizing our last cover shoot featuring Emily Presnell. Hushh is blessed to work with such talented individuals.

There has also been great learning experiences. “Shh” we will just keep that a secret.

With the help of those like Sarah, the rest of the Gage Team, Katie Lee (of Pearls and Twirls), Open Chord and our other contributors: charities, advertisers, along with writer Margaret Easterly and AMAZING STAFF, we are able to make this free publication a successful reality. We greatly appreciate the huge amount of effort, support, and kindness that everyone involved has shown us. We came from very humble beginnings and have grown, in the past year, to one of the most distributed local magazines in Knoxville and the East TN area.

Evolution of Hushh Magazine.

By Greta Harless & Margaret Easterly

Summer music festivals have multiplied quickly over the past few years, and those around the South East are no exception. One new festival in particular has strong ties to the Knoxville community and is located only a short drive away. Located just 70 miles north of Knoxville in Sneedville, TN, Cypher Fest is a three-day hip-hop festival located on a beautiful strip of the Clinch River. This music festival, which will take place September 16, 17 and 18, marks Tennessee’s first ever hip-hop festival and will feature performances from a number of acts including Agent 23, Natural Habitz, The Jaystorm Project, and more. But to fully understand Cypher Fest, first we must backtrack to an idea that sparked with the launch of a group called Secret City Cyphers in 2014. Secret City Cyphers started out as hip-hop meetups that took place in

various outdoor locations around Knoxville. Events have been hosted everywhere from Market Square and Krutch Park to Tyson Park and James Agee Park.

Not long after these outdoor meetups began, Secret City Cyphers joined forces with the Open Chord to offer an open mic style event once a month where poets, hip-hop artists, and acts of all genres come together to perform. The nights kicks off with a short jam and then the stage opens up to open mic performers. Finally, the event concludes with a cypher between the hip-hop acts. These events offer ample community support and offer an outlet for both new and as well as seasoned performers.

company called Unseen Entertainment. With an awesome team beside me, we decided to throw even bigger events, like Riverboat parties, and sold out our first two,” he said.

“Fast forward to the fall of 2016, and here we are, our first official festival - Cypher Fest. We might be crazy for putting this together in such a short amount of time (basically 90 days), but hey, I’ve never been a fan of normal.”

Secret City Cyphers has always been far less about celebrating a particular genre of music and much more about celebrating the energy of music in general. They’re just a group of like-minded people getting together to celebrate music, and they apply that mindset to this festival as well.

Hart explained, “Just like our Cypher events, CF is Hip Hop based, but sprinkled with many other types of art forms throughout the 3 days and nights. It’ll have a little bit of something for everyone.”

If you’re unclear on what a cypher is, it’s more or less an event where lyricists and performers get together and take turns spitting verses. What makes Secret City Cyphers so unique is that they take the traditional definition of the word and turn their events into incredible performances with emcees, DJs, beatboxers, breakdancers, and musicians of every single genre. With Secret City Cyphers, it’s doesn’t matter what genre you play or what music you enjoy; everyone comes together at these events and supports each other like family. Talent is talent, and if you’ve got something to share, then the Secret City Cypher crowd is eager to listen.

The ideas only grew from there for Secret City Cyphers founder Jason Hart. “Once we were doing the Cyphers for about a year or so, I started my own entertainment

Much like their Cypher events, the amount of community support and outreach Hart has seen so far has been overpowering, he said. “From H.D. Worley, Will Johnson, and Max Fridman building the CF website from scratch, Elisabetta Proietto (Twisted Scissors) and Ashley Humpries on top of social media, to people like Erin Fowler (Charlotte Couture), who’s helping with too many things to list. Scott and Bernadette West even became our first sponsor last week,” said Hart. “We’re receiving tons of support from over a dozen Cypher communities as well, from Nashville, TN, all the way to the coast of North Carolina! I get emails and phone calls every day from someone saying they just want to be a part of this in any way they can.” With such a short time to plan the festival, having so many people dedicated to putting on this festival is paramount to its success. “It’s

pretty incredible actually, we’re truly blessed to have so much love and support, and all of the people that want to make Cypher Fest happen just as bad as we do,” he said. As far as most festivals go, you’re getting a ton of value for you dollar on this one. Tickets are only $50 for a three-day pass and $25 for children 12 and under. Hip-hop acts from a total of seven different states will perform throughout the weekend. And as if that’s not enough, they also have a wide variety of activities and entertainment planned. Bring your camper or a tent, cook out, take a day hike, catch some live music, maybe do some kayaking on the river, or sit in on a poetry workshop – the opportunities are endless. “Live painting, poetry workshops, fun in the river, DJ camps, full-moon drum circles, and late night hip-hop & dance cyphers are just a few things to look forward to at Cypher Fest,” Hart said. And although this is a hip-hop festival, you don’t have to be a hip-hop junkie to enjoy yourself. Hart explained, “Just like at the Secret City Cypher events, our events appeal to a diversity of artists, musicians, and audiences in general,” he said. “We’ll have spoken word, live bands, funk, soul, R&B, and a handful of deejays (old school & new). This is an all ages event, so from 2 year olds to 72 year olds, we’re all gonna boogie down in September,” said Hart.

for that!” This is a weekend about building community and celebrating and appreciating music and the outdoors. “We want people to come enjoy the beautiful riverfront property at Spirit Crossing, discover new music, meet new people, and have a freakin’ blast at our very first festival,” Hart said.

But they’re not just selling tickets to a festival here; they’re selling an overall experience. Above all, this is a festival about community and positive energy. Hart said they are giving back by adopting a Leave No Trace code

What To Bring

Printed Ticket

Tent (& stakes to secure it)

Sleeping Bag

Pillow

Toothbrush & Toothpaste

Toilet Paper

Sunscreen

Bug Spray

Hand Sanitizer

Flashlight

Towel

Hat

Sunglasses

Rain Gear

Bathing Suit

Warm Clothing

Hart says that if there’s one things he wants people to take away from this festival it’s that “there’s still a positive side to hiphop culture out there - something the media tends to ignore. At Cypher Fest, everyone will get to see that on a much larger scale than our usual events, and we’re very excited

ethics for this event, encouraging festivalgoers to enjoy the outdoors responsibly by leaving their campsite and the camp ground as a whole in even better shape than they found it.

Water Shoes / Sandals

Spare Socks

Cooler

Food

Water (one gallon per person per day)

Dishes (cup, plate, silverware, no disposables)

Portable Grill (no open ground camp fires)

Trash Bags

First Aid Kid

Alcohol (21+ with I.D., no glass)

Cigarettes, Cash (for ice, food, merch)

Chairs

Ear Plugs

Inflatable Mattress / Foam Mat

Canopy / Extra Tarp

Hammock

Raft / Tube / Kayak

Musical Instruments

While plans for the festival are shaping up nicely, there is still much work to be done. If interested in volunteering, send an email to CypherFest@gmail.com. And if interested in sponsorship or investment opportunities please send inquiries to Unseen3nt@gmail.com.

Cypher Fest | September 16-18 2016

~ Story by Alec Cunningham

Events in Greater Knoxville

FAMILY FOOD & DRINK OUTDOORS

September 9, 2016 - September 18, 2016

Recurring weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Time: 10:00 AM

Price: Adults Ages 12-64: $10.00; Senior Citizens Ages 65 & Older: $8.00; Children Ages 6-11: $7.00; Children Ages 5 & Under: Free; Parking: $7.00/car 3301 E. Magnolia Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37914 (865) 215-1471

MARINE MUD RUN 5K & KIDS RUN

September 17, 2016

Location: Melton Holl Park Knox County, TN

Phone: (865) 773-3061

Time: 8:00AM-2:00PM (865) 773-3061

GOODWILL VINTAGE FASHION SHOW AND BOUTIQUE

September 22, 2016

Time: 6:00 PM

Price: $40/ticket or $375/table for 10 525 Henley Street | Knoxville, TN 37902 (865) 588-8567

ESAU’S VENDOR MARKET

September 24, 2016

Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Price: $5/person

3301 E. Magnolia Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37914

HAPPY & HUNGRY HOUR

Recurring every week day

Location: Downtown at 1706 Cumberland Avenue, TN

Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Price: No cover charge. Complimentary valet parking (865) 437-5500

PASTA AND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL BENEFITING FAMILY

PROMISE OF KNOXVILLE

August 20, 2016

Time: 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Price: $10 for adults; $5 for children 5-12

6300 Deane Hill Drive | Knoxville, TN 37919 (865) 584-2822

OLD CITY WINE BAR: SONGS & SUPPER WITH WOODY

July 18, 2016 - December 26, 2016

Recurring weekly on Monday

Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Price: $35.00/person

108 West Jackson Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37902 (865) 851-7676

KNOXVILLE JAZZ ORCHESTRA: JAZZ LUNCH WITH KAYLEY FARMER

January 6, 2016 - January 4, 2017

Recurring monthly on the 1st Wednesday

Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Price: $15

4 Market Square | Knoxville, TN 37902 (865) 573-3226

TASTE OF TURKEY CREEK

September 10, 2016

Location: 11251 Parkside Drive, Pinnacle at Turkey Creek, TN

Time: 6:30 PM to 9:30 AM

11251 Parkside Drive | Knoxville, TN 37934

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April 5, 2016 - November 1, 2016

Recurring monthly on the 1st Tuesday

Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Price: $5

2918 Sutherland Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37919 (865) 523-0066

20TH ANNUAL KNOXVILLE BREWERS’ JAM

October 8, 2016

Time: 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM

963 Worlds Fair Park Drive | Knoxville, TN 37916

JAZZ ON THE SQUARE

May 26, 2016 - August 25, 2016

Recurring weekly on Thursday

Location: Market Square, Market Square Stage, TN

Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Price: Free (865) 215-4248

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May 26, 2016 - November 3, 2016

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Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Price: $35.00 per person (865) 523-0066

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March 25, 2016 - October 28, 2016

Recurring weekly on Friday

Location: 2918 Sutherland Avenue, River Sports Outfitters, TN

Time: 6:15 PM to 7:30 AM

IJAMS NATURE CENTER: WAGGING WALK

July 16, 2016 - December 17, 2016

Recurring monthly on the 3rd Saturday

Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Price: $5/non-members; Free/members 2915 Island Home Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37920 (865) 577-4717, ext. 110

KAYAK 101

May 30, 2016 - October 31, 2016

Recurring every 2 weeks on Monday 1400 Cherokee Boulevard, Sequoyah Hills Boat Ramp, TN 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Price: $35.00 per person. (865) 523-0066

TCWN DRAGON BOAT RACE FESTIVAL

August 27, 2016

Location: 500 Neyland Drive, Volunteer Landing, TN

Time: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

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BIKE WALK KNOXVILLE’S SUMMER TOUR SERIES

September 20, 2016

Time: 6:00 PM

Price: Free 1317 Island Home Drive | Knoxville, TN 37920

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THE RED PIANO LOUNGE: LIVE JAZZ

February 2, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Time: 5:00 PM

4620 Kingston Pike | Knoxville, TN 37919 (865) 313-2493

KARAOKE NIGHT AT CARLEO’S

June 7, 2016 - December 27, 2016

Recurring weekly on Tuesday

Time: 8:00 PM- 2:30 AM

Price: FREE

117 S. Central Street | Knoxville, TN 37902 (865) 522-6430

HUNTER VALLEY FARM SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

June 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016

Recurring weekly on Wednesday

Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Price: All pre-ordered tickets are $15, at the door for $20. Robinella on June 1, 2016 is $30 per ticket.

9133 Hunter Valley Ln | Knoxville, TN 37922 (865) 223-2758

Umphrey’s McGee

Aug 19 - 8:30 PM

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The Steel Drivers

Aug 20 - 8:00 PM

U.S. Cellular Stage at The Bijou Theatre

J Luke

Aug 21 - 6:00 PM

Wild Wing Cafe Knoxville

Corey Smith Live

Aug 27 - 7:00 PM

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Back Porch on the Creek

Maroon 5

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Thompson-Boling Arena

Styx

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TOUR DE COMPADRES W/ SPECIAL GUESTS

MAT KEARNEY, JOHN MARK MCMILLAN, AND WELSHLY ARMS

September 25, 2016

Time: 7:00 PM Price: $29.00-$50.00

500 Howard Baker Jr. Avenue | Knoxville, TN 37915 (865) 215-8900

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MY NEW ALBUM IS NOW AVAILABLE!

My new album #DearAmanda has officially released! It can be purchased through my website or through iTunes! Many thanks to everyone who helped me make this album possible!

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Much Love, Erick

A Q&A with Erick Baker: The Musician, the TV Show Host, the Family Man The release of his album “Dear Amanda,” local singer-songwriter Erick Baker sits down to talk about life, love, and the importance of family.

Q Tell us about what’s been going on with you recently.

A So it was 2014 and I was at a point where every step forward in my career was a step away from my family. So I decided to take a break from music, take a break from the road and focus on my family. Fast forward two years later, and my marriage is stronger, I’m a much better father, much better friend, hopefully a better son and brother, and now music is back in my life. So I caught my breath, the dust settled, I refocused, and I started working on these tunes.

Q Would you call “Dear Amanda” a love letter?

A It is a love letter. But it’s also me looking in the mirror and seeing where I’ve fallen short. I’ll close my eyes and I know the man I want to be, and then I open my eyes and see the man I am. I’m working to be the best version of myself. It’s a celebration of the good – that’s the love letter side. But it’s also a realization and a self-evaluation. In the liner notes, it says, ‘Breathe deep. Don’t try and save your breath, ‘cause no one know how many we have left. Our days are numbered, but it’s up to us to make them count.’ And for me, that’s what it’s all about.

Q What does your daughter think of the album?

A That’s funny you ask that, because just the other night I asked her, “Who’s your favorite singer, honey?” And she goes, “Daddy.” But hopefully Daddy isn’t just a singer-songwriter, he’s not the one who’s on stage – he’s the one reading her bedtime stories.

Q Take us through an average day in the life of Erick Baker since your PBS series Tennessee Uncharted.

A Tennessee Uncharted gives me the opportunity to get outside almost everyday, which for the last decade, touring the world as a singer-songwriter, I’ve only seen passing by through a windshield. On a daily basis, the show has allowed me to rediscover how great Tennessee is one outdoor adventure at a time. So far, I’ve been hunting, fishing, hang gliding, white water rafting, kayaking, dirt bike riding, and wake surfing just to name a few. Not to mention, I’ve been able to stop and see some of the most beautiful places and eat some of the best food in the state. Basically, the show has turned an average day in the life of Erick Baker into an extraordinary one.

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