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BUZZ School safety School board member Karen Carson has organized a public meeting for 6-7 p.m. Thursday, March 31, at the Farragut High School library to discuss school safety and communications with parents during emergencies following last week’s lockdown at Farragut High School. Carson has invited parents from other communities to attend as well.

Korda speaks Just 15 minutes after a lockdown at Farragut High School ended last Wednesday, Captain Robby Lawson of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office told members of the Rotary Club of Farragut that there was no danger. He called schools and shopping centers “soft targets� and said sooner or later a terrorist attack will happen in the United States. Then the speaker, George Korda, said public gatherings “are the way free people live.� He cautioned against those who “silo themselves� and said sometimes the steps taken to avoid a possible attack do more harm than good. Lawson announced a second KCSO precinct in Farragut will open in May. Korda cited high negatives for front-runners Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump and said the person who wins the presidency “could be so bloody and scarred they can’t do anything. And sometimes with government, doing nothing is OK.� He said Trump lacks the temperament to be president.

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Impact fees forum The town of Farragut invites the community to a public forum on developer impact fees from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, March 31, at the town hall. Town leaders are studying existing and future traffic impact on the road system with the intent to develop an infrastructure fee-based-formula for the town to use to require impact fees on future development. These fees will help maintain or improve the road system.

Pilates class The town of Farragut is offering a six-week Pilates class on Tuesdays, April 12 to May 17, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the community room at town hall. The instructor is Simon Bradbury. The cost is $60 with registration and payment deadline Monday, April 11.

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Sled hockey opens new path for disabled in competitive play

By Carolyn Evans Cool Sports, home of the Icearium, hosts nearly 400 kids and more than 200 adults on hockey teams. Those numbers are about to increase with the addition of a group who have previously been unable to play. The Knoxville Amateur Hockey Association (KAHA) has been chosen as one of 10 programs across the country to receive a $25,000 grant as part of Labatt’s “Pass It Forward� initiative to help USAHockey create new sled hockey programs. Children and adults who are physically challenged play sled hockey by sitting on small individual sleds. Colby Flatt and his dad, Mark, drove across the county to Cool Sports to be part of the kickoff event. Colby is handicapped because of a birth defect and uses a wheelchair, and he’s excited to be adding sled hockey to the other sports he plays.

Guests at the announcement of a new grant to bring sled hockey to Farragut give the sport a tryout at Cool Sports. Photo by Carolyn Evans

“This is actually really fun,� he says, “I would say come try it!� “Anytime you can get a competition specifically for kids who are disabled, it’s a plus,� Mark says. “Colby plays in baseball and

basketball leagues, but they don’t keep score. He’d rather play a real game and keep score.� “It’s a brand new sport for the community,� says Rob Link of KAHA, who will be the local sled

hockey director. Link is a hockey player himself and spearheaded the effort to apply for the grant.

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Board approves bid for new turf field By Wendy Smith The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen (FBMA) approved a contract with Playrite to install synthetic turf on field No. 1 in the northwest corner of Mayor Bob Leonard Park at a cost of $585,391. The field is the largest in the town’s park system. Field No. 2 was converted to a synthetic surface in 2013, and it’s been a “resounding success,� said town engineer Darryl Smith. Requests for the turf field are high even though the rental rate is twice that of a natural turf field. Being able to use the field in any weather appeals to athletic clubs. Three companies bid on the project, but two of the bids were rejected. Playrite installed the

previous turf field and had a good working relationship with the town, he said. The board approved, on second reading, three amendments to the zoning ordinance that will provide a clearly defined zoning district for assisted living facilities. The three ordinances will align definitions with state law, amend the community service district (S1) to allow for low-impact elderly care development and remove elderly care from R-6 and OSMFR districts, and add up-to-date language regarding senior living communities to Chapter 4 of the zoning code. At its March 17 meeting, the Farragut Municipal Planning Commission recommended an amend-

ment to the 2012 Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) and a rezoning that will allow a proposed 40-unit assisted living facility at Campbell Station Road and Herron Road to move forward. Unlike previous discussions of the project, all community feedback during the meeting was positive. The CLUP amendment and rezoning of the 4.5-acre parcel will go before the FBMA in April. The board approved, on first reading, a request to rezone two parcels on McFee Road, totaling six acres, from Rural Residential (R-1) to General Single-Family Residential (R-2) to allow for development of a small subdivision. There is already a house on the property, and the owner would

like to build six more homes. R-1 zoning requires lots without utility district sewer to be one acre. R-2 lots can be 25,000 square feet. The board discussed whether the subdivision would support the vision of the CLUP, which shows a mixed use neighborhood around the southern roundabout on McFee Road. They agreed that the proposed development was too small to interfere with the CLUP. Town Administrator David Smoak congratulated the board on Farragut being ranked the 6th Happiest City in Tennessee by www.zippia.com. Criteria used for the ranking include education level, employment, commute time, cost of living, poverty rate and home ownership.

AG says drug war ‘a colossal failure’ By Wendy Smith The Farragut West Knoxville Chamber of Commerce hosted a panel discussion on drug use at last week’s Breakfast Speaker Series event. While it wasn’t a business-related topic, Knox County Sheriff’s Office Assistant Chief Deputy Lee Tramel said drug problems touch everyone. “It’s an epidemic of Biblical proportions.� Tramel sat on the panel with Knox County District Attorney General Charme Allen and Criminal Court Clerk Mike Hammond. Drug problems used to be limited to certain parts of town, and Farragut wasn’t one of them, Allen said. But that’s changed. “Nobody’s immune from this problem.� The judicial system is facing a major shift in the way it handles drug offenders. The War on Drugs was a colossal failure, she said. According to a list she receives from the Knox County medical examiner, there were 84 overdose deaths last year. Just over 80 days into 2016, there have been 43. The primary culprit is heroin, which

Moderator Mike Arms with panelists Lee Tramel, Charme Allen and Mike Hammond at the Farragut West Knoxville Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Speaker Series event at Fox Den Country Club Photo by Wendy Smith appeals to young adults because it’s cheaper than pills. Tramel estimates that 99 percent of those in jail are there because of drugs, at least indirectly. The county houses approximately 1,200 inmates every day, and 23 to 25 percent are mentally ill. “It’s no place for a sick person to be.� The county is closer to having a

safety center than ever, but many details need to be addressed, he said. Allen agrees with the concept, but struggles with deciding who should be prosecuted and who should be sent to a safety or rehabilitation center. It could take three different forms − a mental health facility, an addiction treatment facility, or jail diversion for those committing low

level crimes, like public intoxication or disorderly conduct. Repeat offenders are good candidates for a safety center, she said. Those offenders are costing the county money, said Hammond. Two Sessions Court repeat offenders owe over $1 million each. “All the stakeholders are coming together. I think we can pull this off,� said Allen.

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REUNION NOTES â– Halls High classes of 2005 and 2006 combined reunion, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 30, Knoxville Hilton. Tickets: Eventbrite.com. â– Knoxville High School Alumni Association will host the Classes of 1910-1951, 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 30, Bearden Banquet Hall, 5806 Kingston Pike. Info: Wayne, 696-9858; Sara, 588-6098. â– Powell High Alumni Reunion, 4:45 p.m. Saturday, April 2, Jubilee Banquet Facility, 6700 Jubilee Center Way. Guest speaker: Dr. Chad Smith, PHS principal and PHS graduate. Info: Lynette Brown, 947-7371 or LBrown8042@aol.com. â– Woodhill School reunion, 6 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at the Pleasant Gap Fellowship building. Info: Betty Efflery, 982-0174, or Phyllis Summers, 922-2884.

Artist Sharon Gillenwater relaxes in her home studio with furry friend Lukas.

Gillenwater featured in TAA Spring Show By Wendy Smith Sharon Gillenwater loves animals. It’s obvious in her artwork and in her companions. Her five cats occasionally sunbathe in the attic studio of her West Knoxville home. But she also loves people, and enjoys painting and teaching them. That’s also reflected in the art that lines the walls of her studio, where she teaches oil painting two days a week. She is one of 15 local artists who will be featured in the 42nd Annual Spring Art Show hosted by the Tennessee Artists Association (TAA) this weekend. The show is 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 1, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 2, at the former Dance Tonight Studio next to the Fresh Market in Western Plaza. A First Friday reception is 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday. Gillenwater devoted herself to painting after retiring from the Air Force and expanded the hobby by be-

coming a Bob Ross certified instructor. “It was a new thing. It was frightening, but I found I loved it,� she says of teaching. She later attended the Liliedahl School of Classical Oil Painting, where she spent nine weeks immersed in landscapes, still life, and portraits. She now teaches using the techniques she learned from Johnnie Liliedahl. During her classes, students paint canvases that she has sketched so that everyone is painting the same thing. Students bring food and wine, which makes the classes festive. She’ll have 15 paintings in the show, including one that was a TAA project. The group meets every third Tuesday at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6500 Northshore Drive, and each month, artists are given an assignment. “My Dog� is the result of an assignment to paint with black, white and one other color. The TAA seeks to provide

“My Dog� by Sharon Gillenwater Photos by Wendy

fellowship and encouragement to fellow artists, to assist in the personal development of art skills and to develop market outlets for works of art on a cooperative basis. For information: www.tnartists.org Other First Friday happenings The opening reception for a retrospective of former West High School art teacher Owen Weston will be 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 1, at Broadway Studios and Gallery at 1127 N. Broadway. The exhibit runs through the end of the month. The First Friday opening of “Masterworks: From the Estate of Carl Sublett from the 1950s through the end of the 20th Century� will be 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 1, at Bennett Galleries, 5308 Kingston Pike. Sublett (1919-2008) was the founding member of the art group “The Knoxville Seven� and a long-time art instruc“The Red Door,� a departure from Gillenwater’s realistic style, tor at UT. The exhibit runs will be featured at the Tennessee Artists Association Spring through April. Show.

Marathon seeks volunteers The Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon needs volunteers for the April 2-3 race weekend. Duties range from distributing race packets, passing out water to runners, giving directions along the route, serving as course marshals, providing support at the post-race party, working at the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon Health and Fitness Expo, and cheering on runners at the start and finish lines. Volunteer registration: knoxville marathon.com/volunteer. Race info: knoxvillemar athon.com or 684-4294.

HEALTH NOTES ■Alzheimer’s seminar, 6-7:30 p.m. April 14, Wallace Memorial Baptist Church, 701 Merchant Drive. Presented by East Tennessee Personal Care Service and Andrew Dougherty, president of Medinteract. Free. Info/registration: 688-4343.

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Gardeners and would-be gardeners showed up to learn from the masters at the Gardening Class and Demonstration by Master Gardeners. The demonstration was held at the All Saints Catholic Church Demonstration Garden on Cedar Bluff Road. Photos by Mocan Jonny ny Moc Moca an an

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Workshop participant Kathy Thomas gets some instruction from master gardener Brian Townsend.

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Sherri Gardner Howell FARRAGUT FACES The free class was led by master gardeners Carolyn Kiser, Carolyn Noey and Marsha Lehman. A good group turned up for the class, knee pads, pruning shears and gardening gloves in hand, to learn from the experts. Tennessee master gardeners are trained volunteers who educate and train the public in the latest gardening information and techniques. They also assist the University of Tennessee Extension Service with volunteer jobs that range from running plant clinics to answering phone requests for horticultural information to designing and implementing community involvement projects and master gardener training programs. Coming up during this busy season for the gardeners are several community workshops: Raised Beds: Build ‘em and Fill ‘em – 3:15 to 4:15, March 24, at Humana, 4438 Western Ave. Led by Michael Powell Drip Irrigation: Putting It Together – 10:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 2, at All Saints Catholic Church, 620 N. Cedar Bluff Road (Rain date April 9). Led by Marsha Ann Lehman, Barbara O’Neal and Janice Gangwer How to Buy a Healthy Plant – 1 to 2 p.m., April 18, at Davis Family YMCA. Led by Barbara Emery Info: www.knoxcounty mastergardeners.org

Marsha Lehman, one of three master gardeners on hand to lead the workshop, gives utensils a cleansing spray before the group begins the hands-on demonstration.

By summer, these brown “sticks� being tended by Rebecca Broom and Carolyn Kiser will be filled with roses.

COMMUNITY NOTES ■Everett Road between Union Road and Split Rail Farm Subdivision is closed for a road improvement project. Info: townoffarragut.org/everettroad. ■Farragut Gun Club meets 6 p.m. each second Monday, Rosarito’s Mexican Cantina, 210 Lovell Road. The public is invited. Info: Liston Matthews, 3166486. ■Farragut Rotary Club meets 12:15 p.m. each Wednesday, Fox Den Country Club, 12284 N. Fox

MILESTONE Charles Johnson has been named to the Fall 2015 dean’s list of the Florida Institute of Technology.

“We’re getting the word out to the disabled community.� The money is to be used for necessary equipment, the cost of the ice, uniforms, and marketing, everything necessary to support the program for a year. The kickoff also drew special guests including hockey player Adam Page, a two-time Team USA gold medalist in the Paralympics, and his father, Norm, from Buffalo, N.Y., and members of the Nashville team Sled Preds. Adam says he believes sled hockey will be big in the Farragut area. “Teams already have been coming out of the woodwork,� he says. Adam

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has played all over the world and says as he gets older he wants to give back to the disabled community. “I want to help give younger kids the opportunities I’ve been given,� he says. No previous hockey or ice skating experience is required. Teams will be organized, but for now, friendly scrimmage time for both disabled and able-bodied individuals will be available once a week beginning in April. “The goal is to have a tournament team that can compete regionally and nationally,� Link says. Info: Cool Sports at 2184500

Den Drive. Info: farragutrotary.org. â– The town of Farragut is seeking donations for the 32nd annual Bob Watt Youth Fishing Rodeo scheduled for Saturday, May 14, at Anchor Park. Needed are: youth and adult spincast rod and reel combos in good working condition, fishing supplies and items to be used as prizes for participants. Info: Alden Rosner, arosner@ townoffarragut.org 9667057.

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A-4 • MARCH 30, 2016 • Shopper news and traffic lights but small enough to get from here to there. Tennessee football has tradition. Prep prospects We are told Butch Jones may not make the connecis about to succeed as Tention past Peyton Manning nessee football coach. It is but parents might rememhard to fail. Check the facts. the most recent of six Marvin ber Recruiting success national championships. West proves that young people Some may recall Reggie who get a glimpse of the White. university are willing to Tennessee has a forever consider it for four of the record of 813-367-54, eighth most important years of ary extraordinaire. Neyland best. The Vols are second their life. was wise enough to once de- among SEC programs. They And why not? The school cline the honor of his name have won 13 conference is in a beautiful part of the on a mediocre basketball crowns. OK, none lately. world, on the banks of the building. For foresight, he Tennessee has 19 former Tennessee River. The Great was awarded first prize. players and four former Smoky Mountains are a It is truly difficult to fail coaches in the College Footspectacular backdrop. as Tennessee football coach. ball Hall of Fame. Many The stadium is a show- The region is blessed. There others have been honored place, an awesome sight and is fascinating weather, four for smarts. Their real-world sound when filled to over- distinct seasons, the gentle- contributions are invaluable. flowing. Even when empty, ness of jonquils, summer Colorful Tennessee it is a stately monument to cookouts, autumn leaves in football sidelights include the success of Robert Reese a variety of colors, an occa- checkerboard end zones, Neyland, legendary coach, sional snowfall. Knoxville the Vol Walk and Vol Navy. army general and vision- is big enough to have malls The team runs onto Shields-

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Watkins Field through a giant T formed by the Pride of the Southland marching band. The Vols have a mascot unlike any other, a genuine bluetick coonhound named Smokey. He howls in perfect harmony when the band plays Rocky Top. Rare, indeed, is the mascot with a book about his heritage. See “Smokey” by Tom Mattingly, UT Press, 2012. There was a time when Tennessee overspent on facilities. It has recovered. The prime purchase was a world-class building for training. Not far away are a state-of-the-art broadcast center, additional practice fields and a next-generation dorm under construction. There is even the possibility of green grass on the stadium field. Rented heat lamps encourage off-season growth. Jones couldn’t find a

valid excuse for losing even if he looked. He has almost unlimited recruiting funds, enough to go anywhere in pursuit of prospects. He is top 10 in salary with enough left over to attract any assistant he wants (Bob Shoops’ $1.15 million per year did not wreck the budget). There is always enough to bring in celebrity speakers to encourage or enlighten the team. Tennessee has terrific people supporting football, academic leaders, NFL connections, business contacts, a few hundred Vols for Life. Tennessee has a history of successful coaches. Neyland went 173-31-12. Bowden Wyatt, Hall of Fame as a player and coach, peaked quickly. His mark was 49-29-4. Doug Dickey, excellent organizer and strategist, might have dominated the SEC if he had stayed. He

won 46 of 65 games. Good guy Bill Battle won with his inheritance, dribbled down year by year and departed at 59-22-2. Yes, he was brilliant in business. John Majors, favorite son, accepted a difficult assignment, took a long time in reconstruction, was up, down and up in productivity and endured a controversial ending. His record was 11662-8. Phillip Fulmer had a best run of 45-5, won the big one, oversaw erosion and was pushed out with a hundred more victories than defeats. Derek Dooley failed. It wasn’t all his fault. Hiring him was mistake. It is highly unlikely that Jones will fall short. Best guess is lasting fame, maybe a statue or a street in his honor. Butch Boulevard sounds good. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

Excavation provides fill dirt for Emory Road development By Betty Bean The west side of the gap in the ridge above the intersection at Clinton Highway and Old Callahan Road is home to the historic Powell Airplane service station. The east side is a massive excavation site where earthmoving equipment is eating away the hillside and massive dump trucks are hauling off the dirt. The property owner, Lonnie Harris, says he’s trying to flatten out the property – which is zoned agricultural and is a state-licensed borrow pit – to make it better suited to farming. He said he’s contributing to the economy by providing fill dirt for a new Kroger store on the old Powell Airport site on Emory Road. Thanks to a finger annexation several years ago, the former airport property, a low-lying, flood-prone wetland near

Beaver Creek, is inside the city limits. “Under state law I can do whatever I need to do to make my land more farmable. All the dirt that’s coming out of that is going into areas that are going to build commercial buildings. Yes, there’s a lot of dirt being moved, and it’s going to help increase the property tax base. Commercial property generates a lot more tax money. They need to fill 15 feet, and they had to get the dirt somewhere,” Harris said. Although Harris has had the borrow pit permit for 20 years, he blames the Knoxville-Knox County Hillside and Slope Protection Plan, adopted by the city in December 2011 and the county in 2012, for the excavation operation, which he concedes is unsightly but says is really nobody’s business but his own.

“When all these idiots like Tony Norman and Joe Hultquist (who jointly chaired the Hillside and Slope Protection Taskforce and presided over public meetings all over the county, at which Harris showed up to protest) tried to get this stupid hillside and ridge top plan through, what they succeeded in doing was making it so only the rich can afford to hold land. What they failed to realize is agriculture is usually conducted in the lower areas where it’s farmable. Residences are on hillsides. Now they’ve made it so hard to build anything there. This issue goes so deep, and the whole reason for it was so somebody else could confiscate somebody’s property so they can look at, because it’s pretty. … It’s confiscating the wealth and value of

somebody else’s property.” Although the county has no authority over the borrow pit except to monitor erosion control and no jurisdiction over the new Kroger site, Norman, a former county commissioner who is now a storm water project manager and works with engineers, developers and citizens on storm water issues, isn’t enthusiastic about any aspect of Harris’s operation. “Chopping off a mountain and hauling it over to fill in a flood plain? That’s just awesome. Lonnie’s a champion. A flood plain’s got a function – to hold water and release it slowly. It’s a mess out there. I’ve already had a call from a fellow whose property adjoins the site where they’re doing all the fill, telling me, ‘You just wouldn’t believe how high the water in Beaver

A borrow pit operation is gouging out the side of a ridge at Clinton Highway and Old Callahan Drive. Creek’s getting.’ “Water’s got to go somewhere, and we’re going to have property damage from that. We’re going to see some dramatic effects.” Harris, who said he has 35 years’ experience as a commercial landscaper, said he’s going to improve the looks of his property

with this project. “Don’t judge the way this cut that we’re doing looks now. Wait till it’s all done. That takes a little time, sort of like cosmetic surgery. It looks really bad to begin with, but when it’s all settled and done, it looks better than it did to begin with.”

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Put me in, coach! I cannot remember a time when I didn’t know Johnny Majors. Or at least felt like I did, even though the closest I got to Neyland Stadium as a kid was when my brother and I listened to George John Majors Mo o n e y ’s vivid word pictures of Johnny weaving his way down the field, bouncing off guys twice his size. We knew he was tough as a gizzard, but I don’t think we fully appreciated how physically overmatched he was, or how smart. We were just proud he was ours. And when those of us of a certain age remember a Tennessee guy getting screwed out of the Heisman, we don’t automatically think of Peyton Manning because it happened to Johnny first,

Betty Bean and we don’t let go of that kind of stuff. And now, Johnny Majors, the quintessential underdog without an ounce of quit, has entered a new arena in his golden years. And he’s lining up with the underdogs. Tennessee is red as a red state can get. John Terrell Majors’ blood runs orange. His heart is unapologetically blue. He’s been easing into the world of politics over the last few years, primarily campaigning for former players Heath Shuler and Anthony Hancock. This year, Majors is campaigning for Democrat Gloria Johnson, and he clearly doesn’t give a damn who likes it. One of his old players, who wishes to remain

anonymous, explains: “He hates those damn right wing nut job Republicans, always telling people how to live,” adding that Majors is staunchly pro-choice and that he likely had many conversations about politics with his brother Joe, a longtime (and very influential) Nashville lobbyist. “Probably explains why he thinks almost everyone in Nashville is an idiot.” Last week, Majors was guest of honor at a campaign kickoff for Johnson, who was ousted from her 13th District state House seat in 2014 by her GOP challenger, a promoter of Christian music who benefited from a GOP sweep year and an avalanche of outside money – remember the ads comparing Johnson to Lane Kiffin? (Don’t ask. It won some kind of political consultant award, so it must’ve been successful.) Knoxville financial advisor David Moon, an Ala-

bama native whom Majors recruited away from Bear Bryant to play offensive tackle at Tennessee in the early ’80s, isn’t surprised by his coach’s latest incarnation: “He is a remarkably complex man. It’s hard for most people to believe that a man who is able to ride a person’s ass like he can also loves museums, the symphony and is a passionate naturist and conservationist. He loves the geography of East Tennessee and often talked about it to his teams. His Thanksgiving Day speech always included references to the beauty of the mountains, rivers, etc. As a 20-year-old, it was hard to believe that a tree hugger could be such a strict, unwavering disciplinarian.” At the end of his speech at the Johnson event, Majors turned to his candidate: “Coach Gloria, put me in. I got my chin strap on and I got my jock strap on. I’m ready to play.”

Ed and Bob at Sam & Andy’s Commissioner Bob Thomas greets his mom, Nelle Thomas, and sister, Barbara Thomas, at Sam & Andy’s. Some came to lobby, some came to complain. The Thomases came to eat and support Bob. Photos by S. Clark

Michele Carringer checks her cell phone while talking with Commissioner Ed Brantley and Sharon Smith at Sam & Andy’s in Fountain City last week. Brantley beat Carringer for his at-large seat and political rumors are hot that Smith’s husband, R. Larry, wants the post in 2018. But they all came together over a burger and fries at Sam & Andy’s. Photos by S. Clark

government Where does Haslam stand on parkway extension? What is going on with our TDOT Commissioner John Schroer, who is once again advocating the very expensive extension of the James White Parkway across the urban wilderness of South Knoxville? Schroer works for Gov. Bill Haslam. How is it he comes to the governor’s hometown, where he was mayor for seven years, John Schroer to advocate a controversial project? Was this with or without the governor’s approval? Mayor Madeline Rogero and Gov. Haslam are friends and even political allies on certain issues despite belonging to different political parties. Rogero has staked much of her mayoral term on stopping the James White Parkway and secured opposition to it from the local Transportation Planning Organization (TPO). That opposition should be honored unless rescinded. Now the Governor’s point-person on increasing the gas tax and roads comes to the city Rogero leads as mayor and re-starts the battle to build the James White Parkway which was buried three years ago. Is Schroer free-lancing here without Haslam’s knowledge or approval? Is he out on his own? What gives? It is hard to believe Schroer would do this without informing the governor. Legacy Parks and greenway advocates have lobbied hard to halt this project. Schroer has done very little to help Chapman Highway despite a clear need to act. Council members Nick Pavlis and Brenda Palmer are strongly opposed to the Schroer position. Pavlis has been an active advocate of

It’s past time to consolidate Parks & Rec Neighborhood activist Ronnie Collins visited with Knox County commissioners at the monthly Ed and Bob’s night out, held last week at Sam & Andy’s in Fountain City. Collins came to discuss a perceived lack of attention at New Harvest Park – a county-owned and countyoperated park that lies within the city of Knoxville. He compared programming at New Harvest with

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programming at The Cove at Concord Park where Knox County sponsors free concerts monthly during the summer and a holiday lights extravaganza at Christmas.

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the urban wilderness. Rogero has not personally lobbied state lawmakers on this issue and leaves it to her lobbyist, Tony Thompson. Her approach to lobbying is very different from Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett who does the heavy lifting himself on a direct basis with state legislators. He is more successful than Rogero in Nashville. ■ Rogero teamed with Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland and Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke to gain a one-week Senate deferral on a House-passed bill to allow certain citizens to de-annex under certain conditions. The mayors cited revenue concerns along with problems in providing emergency services. ■ Gov. Haslam has named two Knoxville residents, Madge Cleveland and Pete Claussen, to the Tennessee Heritage Conservation Trust Fund. Claussen is also on the Tennessee State Museum Commission with this writer. Cleveland was once office manager for Mayor Ashe. Haslam has also filled the position of Deborah DiPietro on the State Museum Commission with Eleanor Yoakum from Tazewell. She is a former commissioner in the cabinet of former Gov. Don Yoakum Sundquist. She chairs the board of First Century Bank with branches in Knox, Union and other East Tennessee counties.

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SENIOR NOTES ■Frank R. Strang Senior Center 109 Lovell Heights Road 670-6693 knoxcounty.org/seniors Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Offerings include: card games; exercise programs; dance classes; watercolor classes; Tai Chi; blood pressure checks; Mahjong; senior-friendly computer classes; “Senior Services� resource wall. Register for: “Escape to Africa� presentation by Ed and Lauren Langston, noon Wednesday, March 30. Super Seniors Pot Luck, 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 6. Lunch and Learn: Skin Care, Aging, Cosmetic Injectables and more, noon Wednesday, April 13; RSVP by April 8. Veterans Office visit, 11 a.m. Thursday, April 14.

This camel was handcrafted in Beirut. Meriam Fox talks about her artwork.

Jan Smalley gives a clue about her address. Check the mailbox.

â– Karns Senior Center: 8042 Oak Ridge Highway 951-2653 knoxcounty.org/seniors Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Offerings include: card games; dance classes; exercise programs; mahjong; art classes; farkle dice games; dominoes; a computer lab; billiards room; outdoor grill and kitchen area. Register for: Super Bingo with Cindy, 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 31. IPad/iPhone class, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 6; cost: $25. Wildlife photographer Larry Perry presentation, 1 p.m. Thursday, April 7. Hamburger and Hotdog Cookout, noon Tuesday, April 12; bring side dish. â– CAC Office on Aging 2247 Western Ave. 524-2786 knoxooa@knoxseniors.org â– Knox County Senior Services City County Building 400 Main St., Suite 615 215-4044 Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Lucille Cooper shows examples of the new rage, adult coloring with pencils.

Dixie Smith shows an exquisitely made quilt and pillow. Note the elephant pin. She’s a collector.

Friends make art together By Sandra Clark It’s said beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and that’s sure the case with artwork at the recent “show and tell� at Sherrill Hills retirement community. Friends Dixie Smith and Meriam Fox have produced some impressive pieces by building jigsaw puzzles. A grandfather clock, for instance, took them six months to assemble. I didn’t ask how many

pieces! Dixie Smith is from Memphis. Her specialty was piece-made quilts, a hobby which she gave up when she sold her house. “I made some beautiful ones, though.� Meriam Fox lived in Beirut among other spots when she and her husband worked as missionaries. “We went for one year and stayed for four,� she says. A Lebanese woman drew on canvas and

taught her about the community’s art and culture. She gifted the Foxes an intricate camel which Meriam treasures until this day. Lucille Cooper has lived in Knoxville 14 years after moving here from California. She showed stitchery work from the past and her current passions – 3-D designs and adult coloring with pencils. Jan Smalley is from upstate New York, but traveled with her husband

during his military career. She moved to Knoxville to be close to her daughter. Smalley was the most prolific artist at the show, exhibiting latch hook, ceramics, needlepoint and painting. Her display was a temptation to purchase. “Oh, no,� she said. “We don’t sell at show and tell.� Oops. Interesting that with all the exhibitors, no two did the same work. And I’m ready for next year.

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Of blood and parachutes Then he took a cup and after giving thanks he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you; for this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. (Matthew 26:27-28 NRSV)

A special Seder plate helps understand the symbolism of the food served. LeAnn Trotter and Max Robards get ready to eat the symbolic Seder meal at Concord United Methodist Church. Photos by Carolyn Evans

Seder meal ties timeless tradition to Christian holiday By Carolyn Evans More than 200 people came to Concord United Methodist Church during Easter week to eat some bitter herbs. The herbs were part of a Jewish Seder, a traditional meal thousands of years old that included ceremonial handwashing and candle lighting. Concord UMC members recreated the Seder meal to honor the Passover and commemorate the meal the Jewish people ate just before Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt. The Seder is a ritual performed by a community, or multiple generations of a family, that retells the story of the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt, as told in the book of Exodus (the Shemot in the Hebrew Bible). This Jewish tradition is part of the Christian background, says Jane Currin, director of missions. The Rev. Glenna Manning and the Rev. Mike Stallings led the service, which was open to all ages. “It is important to us to tell this story as it is a rich part of our Judeo-

Christian heritage,� says Manning. “It is based on the traditional Jewish celebration of Passover but adapted into a uniquely Christian celebration.� The meal begins with information about the traditional Passover feasts and concludes with the celebration of a meal together. The meal served for the evening was beef brisket, potatoes, charoset (similar to a fruit salad), matzo bread and dessert, along with “bitter herbs� (celery and romaine lettuce, since the roots are bitter). Parsley, representing a renewal of nature, is dipped into salt water (representing tears shed before joy) before being eaten. “This service reminds us that God did not begin his revelation of himself in the world with Christians but to Hebrews, to Israelites, to the Jews first,� Manning says. “It also reminds us that Jesus was not a Christian, but a Jew. It is only in recognizing that connection – that we have 4,000 years of God at work creating a people – that allows us to truly appreciate who we are as

I have donated blood to the Red Cross for years. There is a saying among Red Cross volunteers: “Blood is like a parachute; if you don’t have it when you need it, you won’t ever need it again.� In this Easter season, I think about the blood of the Lamb of God, poured out for our sakes. He freely “donated� that blood we so desperately need, giving it willingly, out of obedience to the Father and love for all of us. I have known pastors who were squeamish about blood, avoiding any mention of it during Holy Week. But the Jews of Jesus’ day understood about it. And Jesus understood that he was taking the place of the Jewish Passover lamb, becoming the sacrificial Lamb for all of humankind. Herod and Pilate sent Jesus back and forth, each trying to avoid responsibility for Jesus’ fate. Herod had

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his soldiers flog him and put an elegant robe on him to mock him, then sent him back to Pilate. Pilate was uneasy about Jesus’ blood being on his hands, and so publicly tried to wash away his guilt in the matter. He ultimately left Jesus to the angry Passover crowd, who were shouting for Jesus’ execution. (Isn’t it odd that not one of that bloodthirsty crowd bothered to stand at the foot of the Cross and actually witness the agony of their victim?) The triumph of Easter is that untold millions stand at the foot of an empty cross and today worship a living Lord!

people of God.� The meal has become more and more popular at CUMC since the first one three years ago. Tables are set with one extra place setting that remains vacant. That place is reserved for Elijah, since Jewish people believe Elijah will return, Currin says. Youth and members of the confirmation class serve as table hosts and lead in the Exodus story. Participants discuss the meaning of each of the foods in the Passover celebration. “People have grown to love this service as they understand better their faith heritage,� Manning says. “It has become a wonderful evening of fellowship as we do what people have done for centuries: gather Community around the table as family and share stories. We believe that Jesus spent services the last night before his crucifix- ■Central UMC, 310 Hickory Creek Road, Lenoir City, will ion with his disciples gathered in partner with First Farragut an upper room where he shared the UMC to host a mobile pantry Passover Feast and instituted Holy food giveaway beginning Communion. Our Seder meal is a re9 a.m. Saturday, April 2, at membrance of this event.�

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music and readings. Info: west sideuuc.org.

Vendors/ consignors wanted ■Central Baptist ChurchBearden, 6300 Deane Hill Drive, is seeking consignors for its children’s consignment sale, to be held Friday-Saturday, April 15-16. Fee: $10, nonrefundable. Proceeds go to West Hills Elementary School Back Pack Program. Registration: cbcbearden.org/events. Info: cbbclothingsale@gmail. com or 588-0586.

Central UMC. Gently used children’s clothing will also be given away. Any area residents in need of help are encouraged to attend.

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Hall is thankful that no chemotherapy or radiation was ■Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian News anchor Ted Hall brought a message of trust ever needed for healing. “Many good things have Church, 3700 Keowee Ave., and letting go of control when he spoke Friday come from this,� he said. Keaton went to sevwill host Grief Care, a weekly at the Halls Business and Professional Assoeral camps and was also on television to talk grief support group for people ciation’s annual prayer breakfast. about cancer. He is now 19 years old and grieving the death of a loved Hall was a reporter and news anchor at one, 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays plans to study abroad in Japan this sumWBIR-TV for 18 years before heading to Atthrough May 16. Info: 522mer. lanta to work at WXIA. He shared with the 9804 or sequoyahchurch.org. Hall reminded the group that God’s group his road to becoming a news anchor plan is always better than our own. and how he learned to let go. “I’m not sure about the future, but I Special services While visiting family in Kansas, don’t have to worry about it.� Follow- ■Westside Unitarian UniverHall’s wife, Lesa, noticed that their ing Keaton’s illness, Hall’s priorities salist Church, 616 Fretz Road, youngest son, Keaton, wasn’t acting changed. holds meditation services quite right and realized he was having a After fulfilling his contract at WXIA, 6:30 p.m. each second and seizure. The couple rushed him to a hosfourth Wednesday. Includes he quit his job, trusted God and repital there and were advised to return to quiet reflection, simple turned to Knoxville. He is currently Atlanta promptly. WVLT news anchor Ted Hall working at WVLT and is thrilled to be Doctors in Atlanta performed surgery shares his story of faith with back home. on Keaton’s brain and found a cancerous guests at the annual Halls Prayer “This time, instead of praying and tumor. When the Halls didn’t hear from Breakfast. Photo by R. White telling God what I wanted to do, I waitthe doctors, Ted remembers “the world ed on God.� spinning for two weeks.� He began to ask

Youth programs â– Beaver Ridge UMC, 7753 Oak Ridge Highway, is accepting registration for its Summer Weekday Programs for PDO (children 1 year old and walking) and for TNT (elementary school-aged children). Also accepting registration for Fall Preschool and Fall PDO. Forms available in the preschool office. Info: 531-2052.

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Ladle it up! Empty Bowls showcases art, raises funds for Fish Pantry By Sherri Gardner Howell Yvonne Kidder wasn’t going to let a little thing like a new menu stop her from lending a helping hand. Kidder, owner of Einstein Bros. Bagels at Cedar Bluff and Farragut, has been the host for several years for Empty Bowls, a fundraiser for the Fish Pantry sponsored by the Farragut High School

National Art Honor Society. When time came for the event this year, soup was no longer on the menu at Einstein Bros. Bagels. “We just made some soup and forged ahead,� says Kidder, with a smile. The annual event was a great success, raising a record-breaking $2,500-plus for the Fish Pantry. The pot-

tery bowls, made by NAHS members, were beautiful as well as functional, and the service – always with a warm smile – was carried out with a fun flair by teachers and art society members. Greeting guests were FHS art teachers Wendie Love and Gabi Szymanowska.

Carrie Brimi, a teacher at Farragut High, chooses a bowl for her soup at Empty Bowls. Photos by Sherri Gardner Howell

Farragut High art teacher Wendie Love and FHS alum Jordan Butzine show off a couple of the Yvonne Kidder, owner of Einstudents’ bowls. stein Bros. Bagels, gets a table ready for the next customers.

Elizabeth Hinds, marketing manager for Einstein Bros. Bagels, and Catherine Widner, FHS student and art society member

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Enjoying the fundraiser are Liz Enyenihi, art student Katrina Scott and Amber Rookstool.

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Kindergarten Round-up is April 12 Kindergarten Round-up for the 2016-2017 school year will be held in all Knox County elementary schools Tuesday, April 12. To enter kindergarten, children should be 5 years old by Aug. 15. To enroll their children in kindergarten during round-up, parents need to bring the child’s birth certificate, proof of up-to-date immunizations and health/physi-

The sound of a buzzer echoing down the hallway of Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church may sound to some like an alarm clock. To Cedar Springs’ Science Bowl contestants, it is the sweet sound of competition.

Sara Barrett Freshman Josiah Boyle, sophomores Tara Conway and Tyler Fulghum and juniors Lily Turaski and Wesleigh Wright practice every other week at Cedar Springs. All four are homeschooled, and their team beat out more than 50 others in the state to head to nationals in Washington D.C. in April. Lily is the team captain, and for good reason. She competed in the Science Bowl for the last six years and has also volunteered at middle school level during competitions. “I have learned so much about science over the years, but astronomy is my favorite,� says Lily. “I took a class on it because of Science Bowl, and I fell in love with it.� Each team member has

HEALTH NOTES ■Alzheimer’s seminar, 6-7:30 p.m. April 14, Wallace Memorial Baptist Church, 701 Merchant Drive. Presented by East Tennessee Personal Care Service and Andrew Dougherty, president of Medinteract. Free. Info/registration: 688-4343. ■Free Health Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 16, Ten-

cal examination, and proof of residency within the school zone. ■A.L. Lotts – 3:30-6 p.m. Info: 539-8611 ■Amherst – 3-5 p.m. Info: 560-7001 ■Blue Grass – 4:30-6:30 p.m. Info: 539-7864 ■Farragut Primary – 4-6 p.m. Info: 966-5848 ■Northshore – 3:30-6 p.m. Info: 670-4104

Destination Imagination Global Finals returns to Knoxville Destination Imagination While the majority of the (DI), a nonprofit organiza- participants are from the tion dedicated to teach- United States, student ing students the creative teams from countries such process through hands-on as Canada, China, Mexico, round. Each player has tried science, technology, engi- Poland, Turkey and Qatar out the role of captain and neering and mathematics will also be competing. has felt the pressure of split- (STEM) and arts challeng- This is the sixteenth cones, will host Global Finals secutive year UT will play second decision making. “I have to know what our 2016 from May 25-28 on the host to Destination Imagination’s Global Finals. team strengths are,� adds UT campus. More than 1,400 teams Info/agenda: http://globalLily. Especially this year, since the new division team are scheduled to compete. finals.org. challenge has been added to the competition. Teams are given a problem and limited materials to find a solution. The Cedar Springs ■West Hills Elementary participates in the following proHomeschool team will grams to help raise money for the school: General Mills “Boxtravel to Washington D.C. Tops for Education,� Campbell’s “Labels for Education,� and to compete against teams linking Food City ValuCards, Kroger Plus Cards and Target from across the country Red Cards to the school for points. Info: 539-7850. April 28-May 2.

Cedar Springs Homeschool students Josiah Boyle, Lily Turaski, Wesleigh Wright and Tyler Fulghum take a break from practicing for the National Science Bowl competition. Not pictured is Tara Conway. Photo by S. Barrett their specialty during competition, one of which does not necessarily pertain to science, believe it or not. Because of that specialty, the team even has their seating arrangement down to ‌ well, a science. Wesleigh is responsible for writing down each problem. She sits to Lily’s immediate right and is the go-to person for verification purposes. Her penmanship helps her team most, but Wesleigh has always had a love of science.

“When I was little and I would get in trouble for something, my mom would take away my science book as punishment,� she says. Josiah, Tara and Tyler fill in around Lily and Wesleigh. Josiah tends to focus on questions relating to physical and nuclear science, Tara’s strong suit is anatomy and Tyler specializes in energy and environmental science. As team captain, Lily has to know pretty much immediately who to turn to for the correct answer during each

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â– Normal Aging vs. Dementia presentation, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, Farragut Town Hall, 11408 Municipal Center Drive. Instructor: Rebekah Wilson with Choices in Senior Care.

â– Peninsula Lighthouse Group of Families Anonymous meetings, 6:15-7:15 p.m. each Tuesday, 1451 Dowell Springs Blvd. Newcomers welcome; no dues/fees; no sign-up; first names only. Info: Barbara L., 696-6606 or PeninsulaFA2@aol.com. â– UT Hospice Adult Grief Support Group meeting, 5-6:30

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p.m. Tuesday, April 5, UT Hospice office, 2270 Sutherland Ave. A light supper is served. Info/reservation: Brenda Fletcher, 544-6277.

CALL FOR ARTISTS â– The Arts & Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville is seeking nomination for Poet Laureate for the city of Knoxville. The deadline for nominations

to be received is Friday, April 1. Info/nomination forms: knoxalliance.com/poet.html, or send an SASE to Liza Zenni, Arts & Culture Alliance, PO Box 2506, Knoxville, TN 37901. â– Knoxville Photo 2016 Exhibition: juried exhibition of photographic works to be held June 3-24 in the main gallery of the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St. Entries must be original works completed within the

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of Jesus performance. In addition, Via Crucis has now grown to two re-enactments: one at All Saints and one at Holy Ghost Catholic churches. Via Crucis is a live reenactment that takes spectators through 14 stations, starting with Jesus being sentenced to death by Pontius Pilate and ending with his burial in the tomb. Those who attend walk together as a group from station to station. All Saints and Holy Ghost Hispanic members were joined by Hispanic members from Sacred Heart Cathedral. They rehearsed every Sunday for two months, created costumes and gathered props. Antonio Dianas, who organized the first presentation five years ago, directed the Holy Ghost performance, assisted by Tomas Tomas, with Alejandro Samano directing at All Saints. Father Miguel Velez, who works with the Hispanic community, and Father Michael Woods, pastor at All Roman soldiers lead Jesus, played by Jesus Valles, away after being condemned to die by Pon- Saints, also participated in the drama. tius Pilate.

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Via Crucis has grown since the dramatic re-enactment of the 14 Stations of the Cross was first presented by the Hispanic community in Knoxville five years ago. This year’s presentation featured a cast of 60 – not including participation from Caiaphas, played by Fernando Barquero, leads the shouts for the crowd – and had nine countries represented in the “Crucificalo!� at Station One.

Helping lead a cast of 60 plus spectators from the crowd through the 14 Stations of the Cross dramatic presentation are Father Michael Woods and Father Miguel Velez. The outdoor presentation, Via Crucis, was held at All Saints Catholic Church and Holy Ghost Catholic Church simultaneously on Good Friday. Photos by Nancy Anderson

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This colorful painting by Scott Eakin will be on view at the Emporium Center this First Friday. Photos submitted

a gem next door By Sandra Clark Big Ridge State Park has a new park manager, Keith Montgomery, who has quickly embraced the public service and downright friendliness that sets this park apart. That was obvious last Saturday at the park’s annual day-before-Easter egg hunt which attracted some 4,900 visitors, based on the rangers’ car count. An event this big doesn’t happen by accident. It’s a treat for kids because of the hard work by park workers and volunteers and the financial support from individuals and businesses from a three-state region. Boy Scouts guarded the perimeter before each hunt. But back to Montgomery. He walked into the center of the scattered eggs to take pictures and start the hunt. He recruited the Easter Bunny (a nephew, Robert Allen) and even his wife, Tanda Montgomery, as the bunny’s sidekick. Montgomery previously worked at the Knoxville Zoo with a specialty in landscaping and outdoor event management.

Big Ridge State Park is just minutes away. Take I-75 north to the Hwy. 61 exit (watch for billboards touting the Museum of Appalachia). Turn right and travel about 20 minutes through scenic farms, quaint Andersonville where the speed limit really is 30 mph, and rugged Union County ridges. You will love this park. Here’s what the Legacy Parks Foundation website says about Big Ridge: Big Ridge State Park rests on the southern shore of Norris Lake, an impoundment of the Clinch River created by the completion of Norris Dam in 1936. Much of the park’s recreational focus centers on the 49-acre Big Ridge Lake where you can enjoy sand volleyball, tennis, horseshoes, basketball and softball. Recreational equipment may be checked out at the park office at no charge. The park’s sandy beach is a popular swimming area in summer. Seasonal Interpretive Rangers provide free weekly activities during the summer including guided hikes, mov-

Ellyonna Shelley and Sophie Cole of Andersonville get a new look, thanks to skillful face painting by Alexis Sivyer and Ashlynn Irick. Face painting was donated by Texas Roadhouse near Knoxville Center mall where Dallas Sluder is managing partner. Ashley Miller, store marketer, directed the effort. She said it’s a promotion for Kid’s Night every Monday at the restaurant. “We have free crafts, coloring, face painting and games from 5-8 p.m.” Info: 865-540-4150.

Kids in the 5-7-years age group dash into the circle to pick up plastic eggs. Every egg had a surprise.

Master potter of 37 years Lisa Kurtz will display her pottery at the Art Market Gallery beginning this Friday.

Artful abundance By Carol Z. Shane

Park manager Keith Montgomery photographs the egg hunt. ies, campfires, arts and crafts, nature programs and organized sports. Bicycling: Within the park, bicycles are allowed on the paved roads only, but there are miles of lesstraveled country roads surrounding the park that can provide hours of scenic riding for the road enthusiast. Camping: The Park maintains a 50-site campground, 19 rustic cabins and a large group camp area. For overnight backcountry camping, there are three designated campsites. Backcountry camping is free, but a permit is required. Leashed pets are allowed, but no pack animals. Fishing: Enjoy lake fishing year round along the shoreline with the exception of the swimming beach. There are a variety of fish on the lake, including bluegill, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and crappie. The boat ramp at the park is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Visitors may use their own electric trolling motors on park rowboats but gasoline outboards are not allowed on Big Ridge Lake. Hiking: Over 15 miles of hiking-only trails wind along the Park’s ridges and hollows, over old roadbeds, alongside the lakeshores and beside

cemeteries and remnants from early settlements. The park’s most prominent historical features are: ■ the Norton Gristmill built in 1825, now mostly a replica but the original mill race and millstones remain; ■ Indian Rock where a plaque marks the site of the 1794 ambush of Peter Graves; ■ a small monument at Lon Sharp Cemetery recalls the 18th-century Sharp’s Station believed to have been located near the cemetery; and ■ the Norton Cemetery which houses the grave of Maston Hutcheson (18261910), who according to local lore is responsible for hauntings in the area. A few minor remains of Hutcheson’s house are still visible at the junction of the Ghost House Loop Trail and the Big Valley Trail connector. Paddling: While private boats are not allowed on the spring-fed lake within the park, rental canoes, paddleboats and rowboats are available during the summer. Paddlers can access the boat ramp at Norris Lake on the western section of the park, just past the park entrance. There is no access during the winter due to the lake’s low water level.

It’s spring! The dogwoods are budding and the daffodils are making way for the tulips. April’s First Friday approaches and, along with it, a smorgasbord of ways to see Knoxville at its finest and most artfully abundant. The big draw this weekend is, of course, the Big Ears Festival, which Rolling Stone has called “America’s biggest musical gathering of the ambitious and avantleaning,” and which last year featured “toe-dipping stations for 20th-century composition, contemporary indie-rock, abstract electronics, jazz, folk, ambient and Syrian pop.” Alongside all that 21stcentury sonic fabulousness will be an array of visual art on display. The longest-running, with exhibitions in place through March 10, 2017 – is “Art in Public Places,” part of this year’s Dogwood Arts Festival. Large-scale sculptures, selected and awarded by Brooklyn, N.Y. native, Afro-Cuban sculptor, and president of the Mid-South Sculpture Alliance Isaac Duncan III, can be viewed downtown and at McGhee Tyson airport. While you’re downtown, stop by the Emporium Center for the Dogwood Arts Regional Fine Art Exhibition. Food and beverages will be offered from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, and you can mingle with some of the 43 artists whose work made it into this juried show. At the Art Market Gallery, drop in after 5:30 for refreshments, live music by Matt Tillery, and an exhibition by ceramic artist Lisa Kurtz and photographer Dennis Sabo. Kurtz, who’s been a pot-

ter for 37 years, says, “My work in clay is a love affair with the material itself.” She explains that because the material is so malleable, texture plays an important part in her pieces. She enjoys exploring the contrast between “raw, earthy stretched slabs of clay and smooth, polished wheelthrown forms,” and prefers to integrate both techniques into each of her pieces. “I am excited about having my work as one of the featured artists at the Art Market Gallery this month, because I have been working on new glazes and forms,” she says. Kurtz, who lives and works in Knoxville, teaches drawing at Pellissippi State Community College and pottery at Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tenn. Art of a different kind is on view at Holly’s Corner on Central Avenue, beginning at 6 p.m. with “Cupcake Wars,” in which entrants vie for prizes in a cupcake decoration contest. Admission for viewers is free, and cupcakes are available for purchase. Take a jaunt a little further north for “An Evening with Owen Weston” at Broadway Studios and Gallery. The reception begins at 5 and features light refreshments. Weston, who has taught art for several decades at West High School, has put together a retrospective of his work. All in all, it’s one artful weekend! Info: www.dogwoodarts. com, www.theemporium center.com, www.art marketgallery.net, www. holly seventfuldining.com, www.broadwaystudiosand gallery.com. Send story suggestions to news@shopper newsnow.com.

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French exchange student settles in Pierre Ribardierre hails from the Normandy region of France and for the past nine m o n t h s has made quite an impression as a Rotary Youth Exchange Tom King student in Knoxville at Webb School. He’s learned to love fried chicken, water skiing, beef jerky and Chick-fi l-A. He’s a fun-loving 17-year-old from a small village – La Chapelle Montiligeon, about two hours from Paris. As a sophomore at Webb School he will have two more years of school in France before graduation. He is fluent in French, Japanese and English. Pierre’s exchange is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Farragut. He was on Webb’s soccer team, the JV wrestling team and in the Robotics Club. “I really enjoyed both soccer and wrestling and in wrestling I could use my Judo,� he said. He holds a Brown Belt in Judo and a Black Belt in karate. Jared Frazier, Webb’s soccer coach and social studies teacher, says of Pierre: “Not only has he had a positive impact in our classroom, Pierre has made a major impact on the soccer team and the school community as a whole. Pierre is outrageously kind, thoughtful and genuine in his interactions with everyone.�

His mother is Japanese, his father a Frenchman. He lived in Japan for five years. “As you can see I don’t have a ‘French’ face,â€? he said when speaking at Farragut Rotary. Webb School’s Liz Gregor, the school’s multicultural coordinator, says, “Academically, Pierre is one of our stronger exchange students. His teachers have glowing recommendations about him. He’s very polite and courteous and his language skills are very good!!!â€? Last Wednesday he moved in with his third host family, the Jacobs – Dr. Jacquelyn Jacobs and Stanton Jacobs. They have twin boys, Connor and Kyle, who are seniors at Webb and were on the soccer team with Pierre. He says school here has been easier for him. His school day in France runs from 8 a.m. to around 5:30 or 6 p.m. “My school has about 1,000 students with 30-35 students in each class. It’s easier to get help from the teachers here at Webb since we have only about 15 in each class. We take more subjects in France and we have a lot more homework. Our teachers are very strict in France compared to here. “It has been a great year and it’s not over yet,â€? he said. â–

Farragut networking Farragut West Knox Chamber visited the new Rural/Metro fire station at Choto last week. Pictured are Farragut Fire Marshal Dan Johnson, Fire Chief Jerry Harnish, Chamber president Bettye Sisco, Deputy Chief of Operations Gene Blaylock, Capt. William Kear and Lt. Clarence Patten. “We’re really happy with the turnout and glad everyone came out to see the new fire station. It’s a great facility and we’re glad to share it with everybody this morning,� said Patten. Photo by Nancy Anderson

Open Streets Knoxville seeking vendors Open Streets Knoxville, a free event promoting physical activity and community interaction, will be held 1-6 p.m. Sunday, May 15. During Open Streets, a 1-mile stretch of Central Street, from Willow to Scott, Old City to Happy Holler, will be closed to all Pierre Ribardierre on water motorized traffic, allowing participants a skis for the first time day of shopping, playing, exercising and so-

cializing all on foot or two wheels. The family and pet friendly event will feature free games, classes and activities for all ages and abilities. Open Streets Knoxville is accepting applications from vendors interested in donating services, sponsoring the event or hosting an activity. Info/application: openstreetsknoxville.com.

6 p.m. Friday, April 8, at the new SouthEast Bank in Farragut. Tickets are $50. â– Bart McFadden is the new president/CEO of You can email Matt Jerrell the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley for more information at the Johnson City native will begin working in mjerrell@gemserve.com Knoxville on March 28, just in time for the orga-

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■Thursday, April 7, 8-9:30 a.m., networking: Kids 1st Advocacy Center, 887 US-70, Lenoir City. ■Thursday, April 14, 5-6:30 p.m., networking: Casual Pint – Northshore, Thunderhead Road. ■Friday, April 22, 6-9:30 p.m., Annual Auction, Rothchild Catering, 8807 Kingston Pike.

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Funky, eclectic vintage in Knoxville Jeff Bolin and wife Amie met through their mutual love of all things nostalgic. Amie loved repurposing furniture. Jeff had other interests.

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Nostalgia on McCalla owner Jeff Bolin in his vintage clothing booth Photos by Cindy Taylor

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“I’ve been collecting antiques and vintage since I was 12 years old,� said Jeff. “I had an obsession with 1950s items.� It didn’t take long for their personal partnership to branch out into co-ownership of two unique shops. The two refer to their shops as funky, eclectic vintage stores. Nostalgia was established in West Knoxville more than nine years ago by Amie. Nostalgia on McCalla came about six years later. Jeff manages the McCalla shop while Amie manages the original store in West Knoxville. Jeff does metal work, but his current obsession is vintage clothing. He has a booth in the McCalla shop along with eight other artists and more than 30 total dealers. “I enjoy matching a customer with just the right piece of vintage clothing,� said Jeff. “I love all my artists and dealers and I love this store. My vendors all have different flairs and tastes. I am the most blessed shop in Knoxville.� The shops are great places to browse for household items, vintage clothing, books, jewelry, furniture and more. Artists have booths where customers can purchase pottery, metal art, paintings, etc. All art is lo-

cal and original and prices are surprisingly affordable. Pottery artist Scottie Baxter displays her work at Nostalgia on McCalla. “Jeff is constantly improving the store and recruiting new vendors,� said Baxter. “A lot of people don’t realize what an eclectic place it is.� Baxter mentioned that many of the creations carried are upcycled, repurposed and made from reclaimed items. Natural yarns are a newer addition to the shop. From mid-century mod-

ern to steampunk, the variety of items available in the shops draws all ages, dispositions and bargain hunters. The Bolins make their store available for a few local club meetings as well. Jeff says the area is very up-andcoming. “There are new businesses moving into the block and we are within walking distance of the Old City,� said Jeff. “During First Fridays we are open late and have outdoor events, music and food.� The Bolins say their shops are best described as epito-

mizing the reduce, reuse, recycle mentality, and that Nostalgia supports the entrepreneurial spirit of its vendors by providing a space where artists and craftsmen can sell their creations, teach others and collaborate to exchange ideas. Nostalgia in Bearden is at 5214 Homberg Drive; 5840832. Nostalgia on McCalla is near the east end of the Old City at 1401 McCalla Avenue; 622-3252. Visit Facebook. com/NostalgiaOnMcCalla. Check the shops for hours. Contact Cindy Taylor at ctaylorsn@gmail. com

‘Art of Recycling’ exhibit in April Sculptures created by eight University of Tennessee art students that incorporate materials provided by steel recycler Gerdau will be on public display April 1-17 at the Knoxville Convention Center. “The Art of Recycling� sculpture exhibition celebrates April’s National Recycling Month and is a partnership among Gerdau, Dogwood Arts and the University of Tennessee sculpture program. The sculptures will be unveiled in a public ceremony Friday, April 1, at 10 a.m. In February, Gerdau’s Knoxville steel mill opened its scrap yard to the students, along with John Powers, UT assistant professor of sculpture. The group selected more than two tons of discarded metal and steel, provided free of charge by Gerdau, and gained inspiration for new works of art. “I am delighted that our students again have the opportunity to participate in this wonderful experience,� said Powers, who has worked with the project since 2014. “We appreciate Gerdau’s generosity and hospitality. The access and support they provide are key to this event’s success. The students’ creative juices are flowing, and they are eager to reveal their works to the public.� The partnership always has resulted in new works of art, but 2015 was the first time it culminated in a public art exhibition. The

Rebecca Bell Jenkins: Family law advocate he practice of family law has become increasingly important to our everyday lives as more and more families are faced with the realities of divorce and postdivorce, including matters of spousal support, child custody, juvenile court issues (required to protect children in situations where the parents aren’t married) and myriad other compli- Attorney Rebecca Bell Jenkins cations, misunderstandings and disputes whom they were granted custody at the time of the that can arise. None of us is trained to divorce. It is not a rare thing handle these matters, and so we look to an expert to hear of grandparents like local attorney Rebec- attempting to become ca Bell Jenkins, a skilled guardians of children legal practitioner with a whose parents have become addicted to drugs or focus on family law. Bell Jenkins reminds alcohol or for some other us that situations change reason are not giving a in life, so it is not at all child the care and attenuncommon to need to ad- tion he or she deserves. These are all matters just certain legal aspects of a divorce. In addition, that Bell Jenkins, who sometimes court-man- has offices in both West dated spousal support or Knoxville and Powell and child support is not paid has been licensed to pracin a timely manner, or at tice law since 1995, deals all. Disagreements occur with daily. She says family law over the division of property as was directed by deals with personal issues over which people usually the court. “Post-divorce issues become extremely emooften come up,� Bell Jen- tional. “In our practice we kins says. “Maybe what worked two years ago isn’t know that it is extremely working now. Occasion- important to really listen ally the parenting plan to our clients. For each client in our office, their needs to be adjusted.� The conduct of a custo- case is the most impordial parent can sometimes tant one in the world. work to the detriment of We know this, and we the child or children for pride ourselves on listen-

Knoxville Convention Center remains an enthusiastic supporter of the project. Participating UT students include Shane Coe, Will Evers, Brian Hoppers, Erica Mendoza, Marisa Mitchell, Patty Tinsley, Charlie Waddle and Anna Weible. Around the world, Gerdau transforms millions of metric tons of scrap into steel every year. The company’s Knoxville mill recycles discarded steel into reinforcing bar, which is used to support concrete in new bridges, buildings and other structures.

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ing carefully and also on making certain that they understand every aspect of their case and how it will be handled. This is the most productive way to have the desired legal outcome.â€? In addition to her legal experience, Bell Jenkins is also a Rule 31 Listed Family Law Mediator. This means that she can serve as an independent third party in a discussion between the two parties and their attorneys as they attempt to work out their differences without going to court. “In mediation we try to help the parties craft their own agreement instead of having ‌ a lengthy trial that ends with a judge issuing a ruling that neither party is happy with,â€? she explains. Bell Jenkins can be reached through a central telephone number – 6912211 – that serves both the West Knoxville office in Franklin Square and the Powell satellite office.

Rebecca Bell Jenkins, Attorney at Law Suite 202 in Franklin Square 9724 Kingston Pike

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Runner gets late start, but he’s still in the race at 67 Ed Dennison doesn’t need Tony Stark’s Iron Man suit to do some pretty amazing things. All he needs is a pair of running shoes and an artificial knee joint made from titanium alloys and polyethylene plastic and he’s good to go. And go. And go. In fact, Dennison has been on the go since Parkwest Medical Center orthopedic surgeon Dr. Paul Becker did a partial knee replacement on his right leg last July. Now, like the Marvel superhero, there’s no stopping him. “The one I want to do is the Half Ironman in Kona, Dr. Paul Becker Hawaii,” he said. “That’s my ultimate goal, and I believe I can do it. That’s what I’m working on – it’s a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride and a half marathon.” The June 2017 race is an ambitious goal for any runner, but particularly so for a 67-year-old man who didn’t lace up a pair of running shoes until a decade ago and did so then only “by accident” because his triglyceride levels were dangerously elevated. “I had gone to the doctor for a physical and they had done bloodwork, but called me back and said the lab had made a mistake and needed to do it over,” said Dennison. “Well, as it turned out, they didn’t make a mistake – my triglycerides were right at 1,000 (almost seven times the normal level of 150 milligrams per deciliter).” Told by his doctor and a nutritionist that he “would never make it to 60,” the 42-year-old Dennison changed his diet and began exercising. “I was never overweight. I would have been one of those thin people who have a massive heart attack,” he said. “So we started eating healthy and doing exercises at home, just trying to keep my triglycerides down.” Eventually, he and his wife began using the corporate gym where she works. It was there that he was coaxed by other runners into his first 5K run.

“My wife told me I was crazy and too old to do this stuff,” he said with a laugh. “She wouldn’t even go to watch me run, which was a good thing because after the first 100 yards I thought I was going to die. I thought I was crazy, had to go home and go to sleep because I was so worn out because I had run three miles!” Before he realized it, he had signed up for another one. By the third race six months later, his wife was running with him. Today, he estimates he’s run four marathons and about 15 half marathons. “I try to run at least three half marathons a year,” he said. “I once did three half marathons in five weeks in 2013 and could’ve led up to my ‘demise’ in 2014. That was when I started having the knee problems and it really started hurting.” It wasn’t the first time Dennison’s knees had given him trouble. Active at racquetball, soccer and other sports, he’d had knee issues since he was about 20. At age 42, he had arthroscopy on both knees and then again at 60. His knees forced him to change his approach to half-marathons, running six minutes and walking one and other runwalk variations. “The result for me was an overall 20-second difference for the entire, 13.1 miles,” he said. “My best time running non-stop for a half-marathon was 2:23:34 and my best run-walk was 2:23.54.” But after finishing a 10K race in March 2014, he was unable to bend his leg at a 90-degree angle. Cortisone shots by Dr.

Becker, enabled him to “get through another year” of runs before the pain returned. At that time, Dr. Becker thought a total knee replacement would likely be needed but first suggested another arthroscopic surgery to “see a little clearer what’s there and what’s not.” The results from that scope revealed Dennison had end-stage osteoarthritis in the medial compartment of his right knee. But the good news was that instead of a total knee replacement, he could have a partial knee replacement and still run half marathons. “I was keenly aware of Mr. Dennison’s activity level and running program,” With his new partial knee done at Parkwest, Ed Dennison is back to running half marathons.

said Dr. Becker. “The whole plan was to keep him in this program as long as possible and do what it takes to return him to his current activity level. “I was also aware that Mr. Dennison had adjusted his pace trying to keep up with his runs every year. I feel it is my position as a doctor to try to maximize a patient’s health both physically and mentally and get them back into their sport of choice. “His lifestyle as a runner mapped out his treatment plan,” Dr. Becker added. “I do not have anybody running any significant mileage with a full total knee, the only way

to get him back running would be to implement a partial total knee replacement. Therefore, we changed his treatment option to a partial total knee arthroplasty.” “He did say that I probably don’t want to do full marathons because of the extensive training involved,” said Dennison. “But I told him that I’m OK with that. I can give up the full marathons. I’ve done four. I’m good.” In a 50-minute procedure last July, Dr. Becker resurfaced the medial compartment of Dennison’s knee, smoothing out the areas of bone-on-bone wear. Within three hours of the surgery, Dennison began his first session of physical therapy. He was discharged from Parkwest the next day. “Parkwest was great,” Dennison said. “The nurses, therapy staff and everybody were great. It really was an excellent experience. I knew exactly what to expect on the day of surgery. They were a very good group of professionals with a great attitude. If we have to have anything done again, we’re going to Parkwest.” Today, he’s right back at his active lifestyle. “I have pretty much the same complete range of motion that I do on the other leg now and each week it gets better,” he said. A month after his surgery, Dennison was back at his part-time job as an instructor for a treadmill class. He also joined a “spin” class that same month and two weeks later, started doing yoga once a week. In between, he also coaches a running group and walks at least a couple of miles on other days and is working on his certification to become a personal trainer. “That’ll be my next career when I grow up,” he says with a laugh. “Running has just become a lifestyle with us,” Dennison said, adding that his wife has also run a marathon now. “The benefits have been tremendous. When I run I like what I do, my tri-glycerides are good, and I say to myself, ‘Dialysis or run? Take your choice.’ So I run. The surgery was the best thing that could’ve happened to me. It keeps me going.”

A woman’s Achilles heel Active women are at least twice as likely to suffer serious knee injuries as men, but it’s not just athletes who are at risk. Although female athletes at the high school and college level suffer serious knee injuries, women who play recreational volleyball or participate in step aerobics also can injure their knees, says the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). A mother who carries her child down a flight of steps and misses the last step also can injure her knee. In short, a knee injury can happen to any woman, no matter how athletic she is. The chief movements that cause knee problems in women are pivoting and landing from a jump, the AAOS says. Luckily, women can help protect themselves by getting into better shape,

knowing their strength, controlling their weight and exercising their leg muscles. Why are women’s knees, in a sense, their Achilles heel? Since a woman has a wider pelvis, her femur (thigh bone) descends into the knee at an inward angle. When a woman becomes fatigued, as during an athletic event, the angle on landing becomes more pronounced, further increasing the chance of injury. A band of fibrous connective tissue called the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) passes through a “notch” in the lower end of the thighbone that forms part of the knee. The ligament, one of several that attach the upper and lower leg bones, is about the same size for a woman as a man – but the notch is up to 20 percent narrower in women. That

makes the woman’s ligament more susceptible to tearing. A woman’s hamstring muscles, at the back of the thigh, are often weak compared with her quadriceps, the muscles at the front of the thigh. The quadriceps pull the bones of the lower leg forward, and the hamstrings pull them back. Hamstring muscles help protect the ACL from injury. When the pulling power is out of balance to the rear, the knees suffer. The muscle imbalance is far worse in women than in men. The imbalance may begin to happen during childhood if girls engage in less physical activity. Exercise can help overcome the problem. If you or a loved one are experiencing knee problems, call 865-374-PARK for a referral to an orthopedic physician.

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SUNDAY, APRIL 3 The Vegetarian Society of East Tennessee meeting, 6 p.m., Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, 2931 Kingston Pike. Program: Jim Harb will demonstrate falafel making. Cost: $4 plus a vegetarian potluck item.

MONDAY, APRIL 4

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THROUGH FRIDAY, APRIL 15 Selected works by artist Kay List on exhibit, Envision Art Gallery, 4050 Sutherland Ave. Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday. Info: kaylistart.com; envisionartgallery.com; 438-4154.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 Line dancing, noon-1 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 640 Plaza, 4438 Western Ave. Free and open to the public. Info: 329-8892, TTY: 711.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, MARCH 31-APRIL 2 Big Ears festival, various venues. Info/tickets/ schedule: bigearsfestival.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 1 First Friday Comedy, 7-9 p.m., Saw Works brewing, 708 E. Depot Ave. Free comedy showcase featuring Atlanta comedians Ian Aber and Hayley Ellman. First Friday Knoxville “The Next Level!!!” 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Jubilee Banquet Facility, 6700 Jubilee Center Way. Adult party featuring multiple DJs. Advance tickets: $10, 1stfridayknoxville-tnl.eventbrite. com; Simply 10, 2043 N. Broadway; Gams’ Hair Fashions, 1524 University Ave; 615-995-9093. First Friday opening reception for Carl Sublett exhibit, 5-8 p.m., Bennett Galleries, 5308 Kingston Pike. Featuring: “Masterworks from the estate of Carl Sublett from the 1950s through the end of the 20th Century.” Exhibit on display through April 30. Info: 584-6791. Opening reception for exhibit by Owen Weston, 5-9 p.m. Broadway Studios and Gallery, 1127 N. Broadway. Exhibit on display through April 30. Info: BroadwayStudiosAndGalley.com. Opening reception for Art Market Gallery’s April featured artist exhibit: ceramic artist Lisa Kurtz and photographer Dennis Sabo, 5:30 p.m., Art Market Gallery, 422 South Gay St. Complimentary refreshments and music performed by Matt Tillery. Exhibit on display through April 30. Info: 525-5265; artmarketgallery.net; on Facebook. Vendor application deadline for Tennessee Medieval Faire, to be held May 14-15, 21-22, 28-30, 550 Fiske Road, Harriman. Vendors must make and sell their own wares, and all work will be juried. Info/ applications: TMFaire.com.

THURSDAYS-SUNDAYS, APRIL 1-17 “Annie, Jr.,” Knoxville Children’s Theatre, 109 E. Churchwell Ave. Performances: 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 1 and 5 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays. Info: 208-3677; knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com; info@ childrenstheatreknoxville.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 2 AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6500 South Northshore Drive. Registration: Paul Johnson, 6750694. Info: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822. Autism Site Knoxville (ASK) grand opening and celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, 10 a.m., ASK’s autism community center, Papermill Center, 4028 Papermill Drive, Suite 20. Featuring: video game truck for older kids and teens, Disney princess greetings from Enchanted Princesses, a special visit from Kylo Ren, and an art workshop. Info: AutismSiteKnoxville.org; 816-9716; ASK@ autismsiteknoxville.org. “Drip Irrigation: Putting it Together,” 10:30 a.m.-noon, Master Gardener Demonstration Garden, All Saints Catholic Church, 620 N. Cedar Bluff Road. Presented by Master Gardeners of Knox County. Free and open to the public. Info: 215-2340. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Sponsored by Feral Feline Friends of East Tennessee. Info: www.feralfelinefriends.org. River Rescue, sponsored by Ijams Nature Center. Communitywide annual event covers 40 different cleanup sites along the Tennessee River and associated creek tributaries. Bags and gloves are provided. Info: 577-4717, ext. 135. Saturday Stories and Songs: Jodie Manross and Laith Keilany, 11 a.m., Cedar Bluff Branch Library, 9045 Cross Park Drive. Info: 470-7033. Spring plant sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Historic Ivan Racheff House and Gardens, 1943 Tennessee Ave. Plants include herbs, succulents, native plants, annuals, perennials, wild flowers, shrubs, specialty items. Lunch available 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: Evelyn Lorenz, 435-4769.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 2-3 Auditions for Shakespeare on the Square, Emporium Building, 100 S. Gay St. Hosted by Tennessee Stage Company. Times: 1-3 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. All auditions by appointment only. Info/appointments: 546-4280; tennesseestage@ comcast.net; tennesseestage.com.

Public reception for Roane State art exhibit featuring contemporary vernacular American art, 6 p.m., O’Brien Art Gallery on the Roane State main campus in Harriman. Works on display from the collection of Roane State staff member Michael D. Hill. Info: Hill, hillm@roanestate.edu or 882-4654. Sweet Potato Pie recorder practice group meeting, 3-4:30 p.m., Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, 2931 Kingston Pike. Info: bobgrimac@gmail. com or 546-5643.

MONDAY-TUESDAY, APRIL 4-5 “IPad/iPhone Basics for Seniors” class, 1-3 p.m., Farragut Town Hall, 11408 Municipal Center Drive. Presented by Social Media 4 Seniors. Cost: $45. Registration/payment deadline, Monday, April 4. Info/ registration: townoffarragut.org/register; 218-3375; in person at the Town Hall.

MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4-6 Student Scholarship Book Sale, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday –Tuesday and 8 a.m.-noon Wednesday, College Center in the Goins Administration Building, Pellissippi State Hardin Valley Campus. All types of books available for purchase. Proceeds go directly to student scholarships. Info: 694-6400, pstcc.edu.

two performances by the Bright Star Touring Theatre and more. Info/schedule: townoffarragut.org/bookfest. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Sponsored by Feral Feline Friends of East Tennessee. Info: www.feralfelinefriends.org. Knoxville Alzheimer’s Tennessee WALK, 9 a.m., UT Gardens. Performing will be Knoxville native Emily Ann Roberts, recently seen on NBC’s “The Voice.” Info/registration: AlzTennessee.org/KnoxWalk2016. Talahi Plant Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Lakeshore Park, at the corner of Northshore Drive and Lyons View Pike. Presented by the Knoxville Garden Club and the Garden Study Club. Theme: “Let it Grow.” Free admission. Info: on Facebook.

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 Sing Out Knoxville, a folk singing circle open to everyone, will meet 7-9 p.m., Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, 2931 Kingston Pike. Info: bobgrimac@gmail.com or call 546-5643.

MONDAY, APRIL 11 AARP Driver Safety class, 7:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m., South Knoxville Senior Center, 6729 Martel Lane. Info/ registration: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822. “Topiary Arrangement” class, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Farragut Town Hall, 11408 Municipal Center Drive. Cost: $20. Registration/payment deadline, Monday, April 4. Info/registration: townoffarragut.org/register; 218-3375; in person at the Town Hall.

MONDAY-TUESDAY, APRIL 11-12

QED Experimental Comedy Lab, 7:30-9:30 p.m., The Pilot Light, 106 E. Jackson Ave. Free comedy show blending stand-up, improv, sketch and other performance styles. Donations accepted.

“Advanced iPad/iPhone Basics for Seniors” class, 1-3 p.m., Farragut Town Hall, 11408 Municipal Center Drive. Presented by Social Media 4 Seniors. Cost: $45. Registration/payment deadline: Monday, April 11. Info/registration: townoffarragut.org/register; 2183375; in person at the Town Hall. Student Scholarship Book Sale, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Pellissippi State Magnolia Avenue Campus front lobby. All types of books available for purchase. Proceeds go directly to student scholarships. Info: 6946400, pstcc.edu.

TUESDAY, APRIL 5

TUESDAY, APRIL 12

“Book Making: Create an Art Journal from Envelopes” class, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Farragut Town Hall, 11408 Municipal Center Drive. Cost: $40. Registration/ payment deadline, Monday, April 4. Info/registration: townoffarragut.org/register; 218-3375; in person at the Town Hall. Casual Comedy, 7-9 p.m., Casual Pint-Hardin Valley, 10677 Hardin Valley Road. Free stand-up comedy showcase featuring Derek Sheen from Seattle. Host: Shane Rhyne. Reception and awards presentation for Farragut middle schools art showcase, 5-6 p.m., Farragut Town Hall, 11408 Municipal Center Drive. Featuring art students’ works from Farragut Middle School and St. John Neumann Catholic School. Free and open to the public. Info: 966-7057.

Happy Travelers Trip: “The Nerd,” 1 p.m. CST, Cumberland County Playhouse. Bus leaves North Acres Baptist Church, 9:30 a.m.; Expo Center, 10 a.m.; Flying J, 10:30 a.m. Lunch: Cumberland Mountain State Park. Reservation deadline: Monday, April 4. Info/ reservations: Derrell Frye, 938-8884 or 254-8884. Harvey Broome Group Sierra Club meeting, 7 p.m., Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, 2931 Kingston Pike. Program: “What’s Next for Greenways?” presented by Ellen Zavisca, Senior Transportation Planner, Knoxville Regional TPO. All programs free and open to the public. “Packing and Shipping Artwork” professional development seminar, noon-1 p.m., the Emporium, 100 S. Gay St. Cost: $5 members of Arts & Culture Alliance/$8 nonmembers. Info/registration: 523-7543; sc@knoxalliance.com.

MONDAYS, APRIL 4-25

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6 Jazz Lunch at the Square Room featuring “Mike Baggetta plays Patsy Cline,” noon-1 p.m., 4 Market Square. Admission: $15 includes Café 4 lunch buffet. Info/tickets: knoxjazz.org or Café 4.

THURSDAY, APRIL 7 Celebrate National Poetry Month with Rose Klix, noon, Halls Senior Center, 4405 Crippen Road. Participants receive complimentary poetry book from Klix. Info: 922-0416. “How to Use Facebook for Seniors” class, 1-3 p.m., Farragut Town Hall, 11408 Municipal Center Drive. Presented by Social Media 4 Seniors. Cost: $30. Registration/payment deadline: Thursday, April 7. Info/ registration: townoffarragut.org/register; 218-3375; in person at the Town Hall.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 7-8 AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., First Baptist Church of Seymour, 11621 Chapman Highway, Seymour. Registration: Diane Lewis, 982-1887. Info: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.

FRIDAY, APRIL 8 Alive After Five: SoulfulSounds Revue, 6-8:30 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive. Admission: general, $10; museum members and students, $5. Info: knoxart.org. Jay Clark & the Tennessee Tree Beavers, 8 p.m., Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave. Tickets: $12, some discounts available. Info/tickets: www.jubileearts.org.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 8-9 Friends of the Library Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Farragut Branch Library, 417 N. Campbell Station Road. Info: 777-1750.

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 The Dismembered Tennesseans, 8 p.m., Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave. Tickets: $12, some discounts available. Info/tickets: www.jubileearts.org. Farragut Book Fest for Children, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Founders Park, located next to the Farragut Branch Library on Campbell Station Road. Free event includes: a storybook character parade, art activities, face painting, cookie decorating, the Ruff Reading Program,

TUESDAYS, APRIL 12-MAY 17 Pilates class, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Farragut Town Hall, 11408 Municipal Center Drive. Cost: $60. Registration/ payment deadline: Monday, April 11. Info/registration: townoffarragut.org/register; 218-3375; in person at the Town Hall.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 “DIY: Learn how to make eco-friendly home cleaners,” 2-3:30 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 640 Plaza, 4438 Western Ave. Free and open to the public. Info: 329-8892, TTY: 711.

THURSDAY, APRIL 14 Appalachian family square dance, 8 p.m., Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave. Sponsored by Knoxville Square Dance. Music by The Hellgramites. Callers: Leo Collins, Stan Sharp and Ruth Simmons. No experience necessary. Admission: $7, $5 students and JCA members. Info: jubileearts.org. “Ginseng: Gold in the Smoky Mountains,” 3:154:30 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 4438 Western Ave. Presented by Master Gardener Janie Bitner. Free and open to the public. Info: 329-8892. Pizza Ha’s, 8-9:30 p.m., Pizza Hoss, 7215 Clinton Highway. Free monthly stand-up comedy showcase featuring local and regional comedians on the second Thursday of each month.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 14-15 AARP Driver Safety class, 1-5 p.m., Asbury Place, 2648 Sevierville Road, Maryville. Registration: Diane Lewis, 982-1887. Info: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.

FRIDAY, APRIL 15 Alive After Five: Kukuly & The Gypsy Fuego, 6-8:30 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive. Admission: general, $10; museum members and students, $5. Info: knoxart.org.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 15-16 Children’s consignment sale, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Central Baptist Church Bearden, 6300 Deane Hill Drive. Proceeds go to West Hills Elementary School Back Pack Program. Info: cbbclothingsale@gmail.com or 588-0586.

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