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BUZZ Softball at state! Seth Norris has the story and Roxanne Patterson snapped some awesome pictures as the Union County High School softball team played in last week’s state tournament in Murfreesboro.

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Raise for teachers? The school board has approved a 1.5 percent pay increase for teachers with budget approval and an OK by County Commission still to come. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Carter says revenues look solid to support the raise.

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Jody Smith just grins at his “healthy� lunch of pizza, cheeseburger and a doughnut.

‘Rooster’ retires After 35 years of service, Len “Rooster� Padgett has said goodbye to the Maynardville post office. His co-workers hosted a retirement party at Pete’s Place May 25, after his official retirement in April. Seth Norris has the story.

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Spring Fest The Plainview Spring Fest hosted by the Luttrell Volunteer Fire Department hit a weather snag once again with off and on showers throughout the day. While this may have hurt the crowd, those who did attend seemed to have a fine old time. The festival, held at the Plainview Community Center May 21, celebrated its third year of fundraising to benefit the Luttrell Volunteer Fire Department.

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Wine country “I’ve carefully observed the transformation of the hillside along the Jack Woods Hollow in Union County where a legal distillery once operated. “Much research and expertise has gone into the building and operation of The Winery at Seven Springs Farm. I’m impressed with those shiny new stainless steel containers and the education and skill of its winemaker, Nicky Riddle. T “The parents, James ‘Rick’ and Donna Riddle, are striving to see that the winery and farm are successful. Rick is a veterinarian and has an agricultural and military background. It is said that “we play with the hand we are dealt.�

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Candidates for president of the Union County Chamber Pearl Coffey and Leslie Corum are all smiles following presentations to Chamber members during lunch on May 24. Photos by S. Clark

By Sandra Clark A new president of the Union County Chamber of Commerce will be chosen this week by a vote of the membership. Ballots were mailed to business members last week with a Thursday, June 2, deadline. “Mail or hand-deliver your vote to the Union County Chamber (on Main Street next to the courthouse) by June 2,� said interim president Mayme Taylor. “The post office box will be checked at the close of office on June 2. Votes received after this date will not be counted. “Office hours on June 2 will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.� Two of the three finalists met members May 24 at FSG Bank. State Rep. Jerry Sexton was among the dozen or so in attendance. He said he served briefly

as a volunteer president of the Grainger County Chamber. “It’s a tough job for someone volunteering.� The Union County Chamber budget provides for $1,000 per month for a half-time president. The recently adopted budget does not contain funds to retain Americorps worker Neva Kitts, according to Taylor. Finalists for president are Pearl Coffey and Leslie Corum. A third applicant, Teresa Jarnigan, dropped out last week. Coffey led off, citing her volunteer work on the boards of Leadership Union County, the Soil Conservation advisory board and Nine Counties One Vision. “Education is important to economic development,� she said. “We need more businesses, not

college in the fall and their son will enter high school. Chris and Leslie own I-40 Motorsports Park in Lenoir City and have an eight-year home business in promotions. Through involvement with NASCAR, she knows Kevin Triplett, state tourism commissioner, who previously worked at Bristol Motor Speedway. “Union County has it all,� she said – beautiful hills, valleys and farms; parks, trails and the lake; festivals, Red Gate Rodeo and bluegrass music. The trick, she said, is to get people to visit the county to see the beauty and meet the residents. She would lead the Chamber to network businesses with political and community leaders, and she would promote history and heritage.

Art on Main is this weekend By Libby Morgan Art on Main, the annual celebration of all things artistic, is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 4, in Historic Downtown Maynardville, the Cradle of Country Music. The arts and music festival will honor Chet Atkins and celebrate the music of Union County. It is on, rain or shine. The Chet Atkins Tribute will be led by musicologist and radio host James Perry. In the flavor of Chet’s legendary thumb picking-style of guitar playing, Parker Hastings will perform. He is 15-years-old and holds the current title of national thumb picking champion – in the adult category. Tommy Emmanuel introduced Hastings to a Knoxville audience at his concert on May 21 at the Bijou when he invited Hastings to join him on stage. Parker will be performing on the noonday WDVX Blue Plate Special on Friday, June 3. Songwriter Eli Fox will bring his original Americana music to the Art on Main Back Porch Stage. He is a multi-instrumentalist who has appeared on the Blue Plate, Knoxville Stomp, and is scheduled to perform at the 2016 Bristol

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just more tourism.� She said county leaders must be open to new ideas. “Fifty years ago I’d have never thought there would be a winery in Union County.� She offered a regional perspective and respect for both new and old. “I have a home on Norris Lake, and I love the lake,� she said. “We have a 200-acre farm that has been in our family for 100-plus years.� In response to a question, Coffey said she supports regional tourism promotion including the newly formed Cumberland Gap tourism group and business development through the East Tennessee Development District. Corum spoke next, citing her experience in marketing and promotions. She and husband Chris live in Plainview off Ailor Gap Road. Their daughter is starting

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School board votes raise for teachers

icy, and requirements of the By Sandra Clark Uniform Grant Guidance. Teachers could be lookFor the ďŹ rst time, the ing at a 1.5 percent pay inschool board agenda was crease if the plan adopted by online and board members the school board May 26 is simply scrolled down a 57approved by Union County page agenda on Chrome Commission. The BOE will books. Six members presmeet 6 p.m. Thursday, June ent had no glitches. Board 2, at the high school in spemember Danny Wayne Colcial session to adopt its budlins was absent. get. Bridget Calfee outlined The Budget Commitdetails of this year’s SEEK tee of Union County Comprogram for 10 students mission will meet the next from vocational rehab. The week, Tuesday, June 7, at the courthouse to consider Trevor Collins works with school board member Brian Oaks. grant-funded program is Collins led a tutorial on Chrome books before last week’s Board June 13-20 and includes the BOE budget. Director of Schools Dr. of Education meeting to get each member online to view the tours to possible places of employment including Food Jimmy Carter said he would board’s agenda. City, Sam’s Club in Knoxville not have recommended and England’s manufacturthe increase if he hadn’t Len Padgett thought the budget would a grid to standardize sala- Collaborative Conferencing ing. The board deferred uncover it. He also noted that ries based on years of expe- Committee and Carter said not every teacher will get rience and degrees attained. committee members were til June 2 a vote on Carter’s that in retirement while get- exactly 1.5 percent more. Unlike in Knox County, generally happy with the proposal for revised coaching supplements. Coaching ting back to what he loves. The overall increase is 1.5 teacher pay is not differenti- outcome. “I’ve realized that when percent – roughly an in- ated based on test scores or The board deferred three supplements and school bus I get tired I can go home crease of $150,000. evaluations. items until June: changes contracts tend to draw the because I’m the boss now,â€? Carter and Finance DiTeachers participated to the elementary school most discussion at board said Rooster, “I’m doing a rector Ann Dyer developed through the Professional handbook, the head lice pol- meetings. little carpenter and farm work, and I’m doing what I enjoy. Although he isn’t going to miss the workload at the post ofďŹ ce, or the continuous changes the mail industry sees, Rooster will miss the folks he worked with, his family. Personal note: Rooster Padgett has worked with my mother, Tammy Walker Northern, for nearly ďŹ ve years. Back in 2009, my brother Jacob and I got in what was fortunate enough to be a non-injuring car crash on our way to school. Rooster explained to me that during this time, while my mom hurried off Members of the Union County Business and Professional Asdistraught and fearing the sociation board of directors enjoy a relaxing meeting at Bo worst, the post ofďŹ ce famShaffer’s lake house. Pictured are Gail Corum, Pam Ailor, Gina ily came together and had a Buckner and Chantay Collins. prayer. Whether the good or bad, Rooster says times like these are the ones he will remember. “We’ve had good times and sad times,â€? he said. “I’ve The Union County Busi- liminary results from the been really blessed.â€? ness and Professional Asso- Union County Scholarship Although retired from ciation’s board of directors Golf Classic, which commitone realm of public service, had a special meeting last tee chair Gina Buckner said Padgett will remain with anweek as Bo Shaffer welcomed was the best yet. Also disother. He is currently serving them to his lake house on cussed was the upcoming in his 24th year as a MayNorris Lake. Vickie Keck and ofďŹ cers election. Marilyn nardville city commissioner. Martin Shaffer served lunch Toppins and Shannon DeVickie Keck and Martin Shaffer stand with Pam Ailor at Bo for the group, and discussion Witt have met term limits, Shaffer’s lake house. Vickie and Martin served lunch for the took place on the deck with and new candidates will be nominated at the next board Union County Business and Professional Association board beautiful lake views. Discussion included pre- meeting. of directors. Photos submitted

Mail carrier Padgett retires after 35 years By Seth Norris After 35 years of service, Len “Roosterâ€? Padgett has said goodbye to the Maynardville post ofďŹ ce. His co-workers hosted a retirement party at Pete’s Place May 25, after his ofďŹ cial retirement in April. Back in 1981 when Rooster started, it was a simpler time for a mail carrier. As a sub, he wasn’t constantly on call like today’s are, and could do things he loved to do like farming and carpentry work. Full-time mail carriers could also hire their own subs, and with carpentry work on the downtick, that’s how he got his start. “In December by that time, carpentry work was pretty slow,â€? said Rooster, “When I got hired, they started a new policy letting the carriers hire their own subs, and Doris Graves hired me.â€? He served as a substitute mail carrier for 18 years and was ďŹ nally made fulltime. For many who know Rooster’s distinct laugh and talkative style, he was the perfect ďŹ t. “I’d stop and talk to people out-and-about on the route,â€? said Rooster, “I’d get out and give people their mail and check in on them.â€? With mail being faster pace today, rural carriers aren’t able to be as personal as they were once able to be, and that’s what Rooster loved the most about his job. “The way we do mail has changed,â€? said Rooster, “We all knew each other and were close, it was basically like family.â€? With more restrictions and time crunches, Rooster stayed true to the personable guy he was and “wasn’t going to change because change was coming.â€? He described himself as more of an independent guy, and he’s enjoying every bit of

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American legion’s fishing tourney set

American Legion Post 212 will host its annual free ďŹ shing tournament for youth up to age 12 from 9 a.m.2 p.m. Saturday, June 18, at Big Ridge State Park. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Free bait will be provided to use with bamboo pole or a rod and reel, which must be returned. Prizes for all participants; food and drinks will be served.

Roles of ice, heat and exercise Chiropractic Outlook By Dr. Darrell Johnson, DC Ice, heat and exercise are three elements you can use to ease bodily discomfort, including the common problem of lower back pain. Of course, if you are suffering with lower back pain, as many Americans do, your ďŹ rst step should be to see a chiropractor. Chiropractic treatment is proven effective in the treatment of lower back pain, as well as pain in other parts of the body. To get back to the ice, heat and exercise, though, your chiropractor can explain their roles. Ice, for instance, is effective in reducing inammation and easing pain. Three repetitions of 10 minutes on and 10 minutes off should bring relief. Never place ice directly against your skin. A safe, effective ice pack consists of ice cubes in a plastic bag that is then wrapped in a towel. Heat increases blood ow to an injured area and

speeds healing. You can apply heat in different ways. A conventional, electric heating pad is effective. Or you could heat a moistened towel in a microwave. Your local pharmacy will also have an array of heat-producing products. Exercise may be the most important part of the equation. You can minimize the likelihood of needing ice or heat treatment if you keep your muscles strong and exible, especially the back and abdominal muscles that make up the body’s core. Your chiropractor is a good source for advice on exercises you can do to keep your core strong. Talk with your chiropractor for more information on the effective use of ice and heat. Presented as a community service by Union County Chiropractic; 110 Skyline Drive, Maynardville, Tenn. 992-7000.

State parks add summer SIRs Fifty-ďŹ ve individuals have been named seasonal interpretive recreators for summer at state parks. They will provide guided tours, hikes, slide shows, demonstrations, campďŹ res and other activities for camp visitors. Locally, the SIRs are: â– Seven Islands State Birding Park – Mark Armstrong â– Norris Dam State Park – Josh Powell and

Brittany Perryman â– Big Ridge State Park – Jordan Cross Most of the summer staff are college students studying natural resource, recreation, history, or biologyrelated ďŹ elds. Tennessee State Parks offers a one-week intense training in interpretive techniques. Based upon Freeman Tilden’s Principles of Interpretation, participants learn to

develop thematic programs on the primary and secondary park themes. SIRs also work closely with the park rangers to assure that park facilities, buildings, grounds and equipment are safe and secure. As most full-time state park rangers start out as SIRs, this program provides a great starting point for a

state parks career. Tennessee’s 56 state parks offer diverse natural, recreational and cultural experiences for individuals, families or business and professional groups. State park features range from pristine natural areas to 18-hole championship golf courses. Info: tnstateparks.com

Tennessee School of Beauty to celebrate ‘Cancer Survivor Beauty and Support Day’

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Kennedy McBee, 13, sisters Kenzy, 3, and Kylie, 9, daughters of volunteer and former Luttrell fire chief Joey McBee, get ready for a ride on Little Engine No. 12.

Virginia Faith, 16, entertains at the Spring Fest. Photos by Cindy Taylor

Spring showers for Spring Fest The Th T he Plainview he Plai Pl Plai a nvie nvvie i w Spring Spri Sp ring ri ing g Fest Fes estt hosted by the Luttrell Volunteer Fire Department hit a weather snag once again with off and on showers throughout the day. While this may have hurt the crowd, those who did attend seemed to have a fine old time. The festival, held at the Plainview Community Center May 21, celebrated its Luttrell volunteer fire chief third year of fundraising to Jimmy Faulkner serves up a benefit the Luttrell Volungrilled burger. teer Fire Department. This year’s event included a live auction featuring NASCAR Speedpark tickets, Titanic tickets, Country Tonight Theatre tickets, Dollywood tickets and more. If you didn’t know where the Plainview Community Center was, all you had to do was follow your nose. The yummy food was a definite draw. Some of Luttrell’s firefighters manned the grill Nobody can pass up Dolly while others had a cast iron Merritt’s famous chicken and kettle of beans cooking over an open fire. And how could dumplings.

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anyone pass up Dolly Merritt’s chicken and dumplings? Vendors were on-site with jewelry, clothing, kettle corn and other fun items for purchase. Fire fighters and a few local residents were willing to take a pie in the face to help raise money. Betty Satterfield, Joyce Meltabarger and Kay Jones whipped up a batch of baked goods. They donated 100 percent of their proceeds to the fire department. Live entertainment throughout the day included The Newcomb Family, The Loope Family, Cross-

roads, Caleb Bailey Magic Show and many others. Children enjoyed a bounce house; train rides on the Luttrell Volunteer Fire Department’s Little Engine No. 12 and a dunking booth. The Luttrell Fire Department sends a big thank you to all volunteers, vendors, donors and community members for their support. More than 30 businesses and private donors sponsored the event. Fireworks closed out the evening. The Spring Fest is the largest fundraiser for the Luttrell Fire Department. If you missed the festival and would like to make a donation to the fire department send to: 2603 Highway 61 East, Luttrell, TN, 37779. Volunteers are always needed. Apply at the fire hall.

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In 1965, 65, K Keith eith h Miller authored a book called called, “A Taste of New Wine,� which I purchased in hardback for $3.50. I read it and was so impressed by his wisdom I loaned the book to many of my friends. The dust cover is dirty and worn.

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By 1968, the book was in its 12th printing. It was endorsed by many wellknown people of faith. Billy Graham’s comments were, “Keith Miller has written a wonderful book. In it he tells of the exhilarating and wonderful experiences of knowing Christ in depth.� In a surprisingly short period of time, there is now new wine among us. When the perils of tobacco use was finally accepted by most, we feared the economic loss I found this poem in a by the farmers then growbook I purchased at KARM, ing tobacco. I grew up on a “Favorite Poems Old and farm, and it was a priority to New: Selected for Boys and get the tobacco handed off Girls by Helen Ferris.� This Ronnie and to market in time to get was most timely, as Sandra Mincey those new shoes or whatevPrice recently suggested er for Christmas. that I write about the old I’ve carefully observed tree on Maynardville ElTEACHER TIME the transformation of the ementary’s playground. hillside along the Jack Carolyn Murr and I used Woods Hollow in Union the World Book Encyclope- her belief that had Pam not County where a legal disdia to identify the tree as intervened, the elm might tillery once operated. Much an elm. We marveled at its have suffered the same fate research and expertise has health and beauty, remi- as the other trees, some gone into the building and niscing about all the chil- with only a stump remain- operation of The Winery at dren that had played in its ing as a sad reminder of their existence. soothing shade. I once took a trip to I remember the tree from my own childhood at MES, Jamestown, Va. I was so how we used to play on the excited that I, with my own swing sets and touch the eyes, would get to see the Beware of coffee shop delower branches with our feet. very trees that our forefabates about Tennessee footThe tree, huge then, is much thers saw. I felt so foolish ball. Bruises and even lacwhen our guide revealed bigger four decades later. Ms. Murr noted how the that trees, like humans, erations are possible. Egos trees that were located in have a life expectancy, and can be damaged. Feelings the relative proximity of not one tree remained of may be hurt beyond repair. I innocently walked into the magnificent elm have those our ancestors knew. Sadly, the day will come one the other day and was all died. She attributes this possibly to poor tree trim- when future generations of immediately challenged to ming. Ms. Murr then related MES students will not have settle the disturbance. “Speak up,� said one comthe wonderful elm to shade to me a remarkable tale. batant. “You know it all.� It seems that several them and keep their secrets. “You’ve been around foryears ago many of the sur- Until then, let’s enjoy this rounding trees were being dear friend, thanking God ever,� said another. In commemoration of trimmed. The truck pulled for those who went before this year’s empty NFL draft, onto the MES playground, and helped Him provide headed for the glorious elm. and preserve this treasure at issue was which former Pam Ailor was driving by for untold thousands of Volunteer, born in the state and saw what was about to teachers and students. Let of Tennessee, played the happen. She stopped and us continue to protect this most pro football games? Under consideration identified herself to the landmark as a sign of stabilwere Doug Atkins, Bill Bates trimmers as president of the ity for future generations in and Reggie White. MES PTA and convinced turbulent times. Right here, out of courteNext, a story of some them not to touch the tree. sy, we pause for two seconds Ms. Murr indicated to me things long gone. so you can vote. Pause over. Atkins, defensive end from Humboldt, played in 205 pro games (mostly ChiTennCare Kids is Tennessee’s commitment to see cago). He struck fear into that children and teens have the best start to a healthy the hearts of quarterbacks life. TennCare Kids is a free program of check-ups and and sometimes alarmed health care services for children from birth to age 21 rival linemen assigned to who are TennCare eligible, including health history, block him. He is one of the complete physical exam, lab tests as appropriate, imreally big names in the colmunizations, vision and hearing screening, developlege and pro halls of fame. mental and behavior screenings as appropriate, and Bates, defensive back advice on healthy living. Union Countians interested from Farragut, played in 217 in the program should contact the Union County games, all with the CowHealth Department’s community outreach represenboys, and finished as one of tative, Pam Williams. Info: 992-3867, ext. 131. the all-time stars of special teams. He has coached and also distinguished himself as a father of athletes. White, a rare gladiator who included foes in his prayers and then dented their helmets, made the trip from Chattanooga to UT to

A constant companion

The Vineyard at Seven Springs Farm. 3-D photo by Alicia Muncey

Seven Springs Farm. I’m impressed with those shiny new stainless steel containers and the education and skill of its winemaker, Nicky Riddle. The parents, James “Rick� and Donna Riddle, are striving to see that the winery and farm are successful. Rick is a veterinarian and has an agricultural and military background. It is said that “we play with the hand we are dealt.� It looks like East Tennessee and Union County in particular may have been dealt a better hand than we had thought. The market will choose the wines people drink – will it be Napa Valley of California or wines from the Great Valley Wine Trail of East Tennessee? The

economic gain to our region and to our county will no doubt enrich the lives of our people. It may just put Union County on the “Big Map.� You will remember that before food processing and canning came along, there was no preserved grape juice, even for religious sacraments. In Jesus’ time wine was the accepted symbolic observance of the Lord’s Supper – “For this is my blood of the new covenant which is shed for many for the remission of sins.� (King James Bible) The blood of Christ is signified and represented by the wine. There are many interesting scriptures about wine, and 1 Timothy 5:23 is sometimes invoked by our

modern doctors when patients are having difficulties – “No longer drink only water, but use a little wine for your stomach’s sake. ‌â€? “There are now more than 25 wineries in East Tennessee, and five of those are on the Great Valley Wine Trail founded by the Riddles. These wineries are gaining momentum. When you are checking out the wines made at Seven Springs Farm, be sure to check out the art work on the labels by local artist Betty Hamilton Bullen. Then, too, when you are looking for a good read, I recommend “A Taste of New Wineâ€? by Keith Miller and “Wine for a Breaking Heart,â€? poems by Hafiz, a lyric poet of Persia.

Old Vols in the NFL

TennCare Kids provides services

Marvin West

Philadelphia to Green Bay and finally to Carolina. He played in 232 NFL games over 15 seasons. Before anyone could ask, I told them Reggie intercepted three passes, scored two touchdowns and had 198 career sacks. That made an impression. “You are pretty smart,� said one listener. “There are reference libraries,� said I. The coffee caucus, three cups in, seemed surprised to learn that homegrown Raleigh McKenzie from Austin-East played center and guard in 226 pro games, much for Washington but two years each for Philadelphia, San Diego and Green Bay. One budding genius suddenly remembered that Raleigh works for his twin brother Reggie as a scout for the Oakland Raiders. Reggie is general manager and also a very famous father. His son, Kahlil McKenzie, defensive tackle, 6-4 and 319, is a Tennessee star-tobe. Reggie is very smart but did not play nearly as many NFL games as Raleigh. The discussion got sidetracked onto how Kahlil and

the current Volunteers will do and how good an idea was moving the opener to a Thursday night and would I attend the Battle of Bristol. It took time to return to the subject, Tennessee-born Vols who survived the rigors of pro football for extended periods. If you are guessing, offensive linemen do have a better chance for longevity than backs, receivers and linebackers. Judge Tim Irwin, former Central High tackle, played in 201 games, almost all with the Minnesota Vikings. Chad Clifton, from Martin, played in 158 for the Packers. He is new to their hall of fame. Mike Stratton of Tellico Plains played 156 for Buffalo. Bruce Wilkerson, from Loudon, played in 147, mostly for the Raiders. Harry Galbreath, from Clarksville, made it through 141

with Miami, Green Bay and the New York Jets. Nashville tackle John Gordy, teammate of John Majors, did 134 games for the Detroit Lions. Defensive tackle John Henderson (Nashville) had 133. Cleveland’s Bob Johnson was Cincinnati’s center for 126 games. Linebacker Al Wilson (Jackson) lasted for 125. Linebacker Mike Cofer (Rule High, Knoxville) played 123. Don’t set this list in stone. Jason Witten (Elizabethton to UT to Dallas) is gaining on 200 games. He holds the NFL mark for consecutive starts by a tight end and is third all-time to reach 10,000 yards in receptions. One or more of the Colquitts (Knoxville) may kick forever. Marvin West invites additions and corrections from other know-it-alls. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

It’s a wrap! Tennessee Highway Patrol cruisers will have the black-and-cream color scheme applied with adhesive vinyl instead of paint, saving an estimated $1,910 on each marked vehicle. Tennessee purchases its THP vehicles in black, and in the past has applied the cream paint to create a two-tone color scheme at a cost of $2,300 per vehicle. When a vehicle reaches the end of its service life, the THP markings are covered by painting the entire vehicle white, at an additional cost of $350, before the vehicle is sold as surplus property. The cost of a vinyl wrap is $740 – a savings of $286,500 for the 150 cruisers to be purchased this year, according to a THP press release.

Free GED classes, tests available

Anyone in Union County seeking to earn their High School Equivalency Diploma should sign up now for GED classes provided by Clinch Valley Adult Education. The state of Tennessee is currently paying all test fees for qualifying students. Free classes and resources are also available. Info/registration: Union County Adult Education, 992-0805.

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Memories

The memory of the righteous is a blessing. (Proverbs 10: 7a, NRSV)

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by Cindy Taylor

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Memories light the corners of my mind, misty, water-colored memories of the way we were. (“Memories� Barbra Streisand)

Greg Marshall, Fellowship North Church and Legacy member, speaks at the inaugural Legacy meeting.

I am still thinking about Memorial Day and memories. There are memories we cherish, hang onto, re-visit time and again. There are others, of course, that we desperately wish to forget. Then, there are the memories that are painful, but worthy of remembering, lest we repeat our follies, our mistakes, our sins. The only good that can come from the painful memories is that we heed the lessons learned. That applies to all of us: children, grown-ups, pets, communities and nations. The sweet memories, the fun memories, the glowing memories, however, can, with time, heal the raw ones, transcend the sad ones, make useful the hard ones. One of the treasures I have in my possession is a letter my maternal grandfather, Maston Dunn,

Living the legacy By Cindy Taylor The Rev. Michael Thomas, lead pastor of Fellowship North Church, and associate lead pastor Steve Van Horn hold fast to the belief that the “seasoned� members in the church become even more valuable as they age. With that in mind, the two, along with church elders, are working to bring the “Baby Boomers,� around 25 percent of the church, into more interactive roles, especially as it pertains to younger generations. “Often the message to this generation is to relax,� said Van Horn. “This is not a Biblical concept and is one that the elders and other members of our church body have decided to push against as they approach retirement years.� The Legacy group launched on April 29 with a dinner meeting to cast a vision for the group’s purpose and how they can impact the coming generations. “Church elder Lee Bell has had a desire to start the ministry for a while,� said Legacy member Greg Marshall. “He has been the driving force.�

Members say the purpose of Legacy is four-fold; to build community among their age group and support each other in what God has called them to do; challenge one another to walk in the fullness of their calling; create opportunities to network and teach younger generations skills that Legacy members possess and reach out individually and as a group to make a difference in the church, the community and anywhere God places them. Thomas says there are tremendous relational benefits as well as scriptural mandates for the older generation to be mentors. “Moses commands the older to teach the younger within the context of the everyday normal routines of life,� said Thomas. “This is so the younger would constantly be reminded of the faithfulness of God to them, and would understand that no blessing comes at their hand but is provision from the Father; therefore the Father must be praised.� Van Horn says he has personally

been impacted by several members of Legacy before they were an organized ministry. “What I love about this group is that it is not something that is being manufactured,� said Van Horn. “They are being intentional to encourage one another to remain focused on what is eternally important. It is genuinely who they are.� Members of Legacy agree that in every generation it is the convictions and determination of the older to teach the younger how to be faithful, wise, good stewards, hard workers and teach them values, integrity, etc. so that the younger might walk in these. Then when one generation is gone, the void is filled. “There is no question that finishing strong requires more of us, and at a time in life where giving anything is so much more difficult than it once was,� said Thomas. “It takes sacrifice and selflessness.� Fellowship North Church is at 3203 Tazewell Pike. Info: north. fellowshipknox.org

Building the bones

FAITH NOTES ■Hansard Chapel Methodist Church, located on Highway 33 across from Tolliver’s Market, hosts a food pantry 6-7 p.m. each third Saturday. Gently used clothing is also available. Info: the Rev. Jay Richardson, 776-2668.

By Cindy Taylor It was once a Cessna. It has been a working roller coaster. This year it’s a submarine. No matter what the theme is for Beaver Dam Baptist Church’s VBS – the creative mind of Alan Summers can construct a slightly less than life-sized creation to complement it. A designer by trade and lifetime member of the church, it’s no surprise that Summers is drawn to create backdrops for VBS. Now with a family of his own, Summers puts his heart, and countless hours, into designing and building individual pieces and sometimes entire sets for special events at the church. Summers says his wife and son don’t see him much once he starts the yearly VBS build. “I’ve done this for so many years Lynda and Clark are used to it by now,� said Summers. “I usually put two to three months into the VBS set, but I really need to start right after Christmas.� This year’s theme, “Submerged. Finding Truth below the Surface,� is based on Psalm 139: 23-24. So naturally, Summers is building a submarine in the church garage. He has the “bones�

wrote to my grandmother, Belle, when he was courting her. His love and respect for her were clear in every line, and because of the existence of that letter, his love lives on in history as well as in my memory. On the other side of the family tree, we also have the letters that my father’s brother wrote to Daddy and Mother during World War II. They contain first person accounts of some of the deadliest battles in the Pacific (Okinawa, Saipan and The Marshalls, his family learned later), carefully redacted by the censors who were in charge of keeping troop movements secret. Those letters are living history, and provide at least some explanation of why my uncle came home a changed man, a man who refused to talk about his experiences in the war. May God bless them all, with peace at last.

MILESTONE Mabel Acuff

Alan Summers uses duct tape to cover the wood “bones� of this year’s VBS structure, a miniature submarine. Photo by Cindy Taylor of the sub ready and plans to start adding boat shrink wrap soon to beef up the structure. Wiring is in place, and the paint that will bring the sub to life will soon be added. The structure is 20 feet long and eight feet tall. Along with the interior wood supports and boat shrink wrap exterior, the sub will have lights, a working propeller and motorized movement. Summers uses reclaimed wood from past sets to keep the cost down. “The stage will have a few

other props too that resemble coral and sea life,� said Summers. “The vestibule will feature porthole walls beside the entry doors, with televisions that will run aquarium videos.� All of this should serve to give VBS students a real feel of the ocean. The 2017 theme won’t be

revealed until this June, so Summers says he doesn’t know what next year will bring. “I would love to do a set similar to what would have been used for the movie ‘Honey I Shrunk the Kids,’� he said. “I would build a larger-than-life set for the kids to enjoy.�

Mabel Acuff passed away May 14, one week after her 103rd b i r t h d a y. She retired from Knox C o u n t y Schools in 1978 after 40 years of service, most of those years at Gibbs High School where she taught English and was later a guidance counselor. She was a longtime member of Little Flat Creek Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school to

senior adults, led a weekly women’s Bible study and played the piano when needed. She was the widow of Herbert Acuff, longtime director of central accounting for Knox County. She is survived by their son, Gary, and his wife, Ann; grandsons, Bryan and David and David’s wife, Jennifer; great-grandchildren Hanna and Dylan. Memorials may be made to Little Flat Creek auditorium renovation fund, 9132 E. Emory Road, Corryton TN 37721. Stevens Mortuary represented the family.

When asked his secret to building the perfect set, Summers didn’t hesitate. “Lots of duct tape,� he replied with a laugh. Beaver Dam Baptist

Church welcomes kids PreK – fifth graders to attend VBS June 6-10. The church is at 4328 East Emory Road. Info: www.bdbc.org or 922-2322.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ■Alder Springs Baptist Church, located at the corner of Hickory Starr Road and Little Valley, 7-9 p.m. June 1317. Classes for all ages. ■Beaver Dam Baptist Church, 4328 E. Emory Road, 9 a.m.noon June 6-10. Ages: preK through fifth grade. Theme: “Submerged.� Info/registration: bdbc.org. ■Christ UMC, 7535 Maynardville Highway in Halls, 5:308:30 p.m. June 13-17. Ages preK through fifth grade. Theme: “Cave Quest.� Dinner provided. Info: 368-6115. ■Church of God of the Union Assembly, 336 Tazewell Pike, 6:30-9 p.m. June 5-10. Ages: 3 through teens. Theme: “Deep Sea Discovery.� Supper served each night. Info/registration: Linda Merritt, 992-0682.

■Milan Baptist Church, 1101 Maynardville Highway in Maynardville, 6:45-9 p.m. June 5-10. Classes for all ages. Theme: “Egypt: Joseph’s Journey from Prison to Palace.� Info: 992-8128 or milanbc.org. ■Nave Hill Baptist Church, 1805 Walker Ford Road, Maynardville, June 5-10; 6 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. ■New Beverly Baptist Church, 3320 New Beverly Church Road, 6-9 p.m. June 13-19. Theme: “Cave Quest.� Info: 546-0001 or newbeverly.org. ■Salem Baptist Church, 8201 Hill Road, 9 a.m.-noon June 6-10. Ages: 4 through finished fifth grade. Theme: “Submerged.� Info/registration: mysalembaptist.com/events/ vacation-bible-school.

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Smoky Mountain 4-H officers are: Robert Schlachter, Zeb Schlachter, Jeremiah Kadron, Allyson Hanna, Emmaline Jenkins, Joannah Kadron, Michael Hirsch, Jim Morgan, Elizabeth Hensley, Jonathan Tindell and Jeremiah Tindell.

Smoky Mountain 4-H celebrates great year The Smoky Mountain 4-H Club gathered for its annual achievement banquet May 24 at the Union County Senior Center in Maynardville. Entertainment was provided by club member Emmaline Jenkins who sang beautiful Southern gospel music. She was accompanied on the piano by friend Andrea Crosby from Harlan, Ky. The banquet covers the entire 4-H year, with each club member’s participation recognized. Members this year participated in public speaking, a poster contest, a photo contest, bread baking, county and regional hog shows, regional and state sheep shows, state and national 4-H Congress, Junior High Academic Conference, state 4-H Round-Up, county poultry show, Horse Bowl, regional livestock judging and archery competitions. Thirteen club members were honored for Project Achievement Day. These

students completed a 4-H project for the year, along with a record book and project presentation. They were: Senior Level 2, Meredith Key; Senior Level 1, Joshua Sherritze, Zeb Schlacter, Robert Schlacter, Caleb Key, Elizabeth Hensley; Junior High, Allyson Hanna; Junior, Samuel Hensley, Kaleb Hanna; Explorer, Jeremiah Tindell, Jonathan Tindell, Joannah Kadron. Superstar Awards went to Jonathan Tindell, Jeremiah Tindell, Kaleb Hanna, Joannah Kadron, Samuel Hensley, Allyson Hanna , Elizabeth Hensley, Robert Schlacter and Zeb Schlachter. This award is given to students who complete project reports and demonstration reports, enter a club and county contest, do community service, fill out 4-H forms, complete record books and other project reports and records. This is a lot of work, and each Superstar won a cash prize.

2015-16 club officers were recognized for their work. These include Robert Schlachter, Zeb Schlachter, Jeremiah Kadron, Allyson Hanna, Emmaline Jenkins, Joannah Kadron, Michael Hirsch, Jim Morgan, Elizabeth Hensley, Jonathan Tindell and Jeremiah Tindell. Graduating seniors Dakota Sherritze and Meredith Key were also recognized. Students and parents thanked Bill and Debbie Morgan for all their hard work and dedication to the local 4-H club and presented the Morgans with gifts at the end of the banquet. “We wouldn’t have this club if it wasn’t for your time and sacrifice,� said Elizabeth Tindell. Smoky Mountain 4-H also thanked awards sponsors Hallsdale-Powell Utility District; Sarah Phillips, Environmental Education Outreach; and Water Quality Coordinator Todd Dykes. More photos on page 7

Smoky Mountain 4-H Superstar winners: (front) Jonathan Tindell, Jeremiah Tindell, Kaleb Hanna, Joannah Kadron, Samuel Hensley; (back) Allyson Hanna , Elizabeth Hensley, Robert Schlachter and Zeb Schlachter.

Completing Project Achievement at the Explorer Level were Jeremiah Tindell, Jonathan Tindell and Joannah Kadron.

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Norris Shores awards scholarships

Union County High School softball senior Rachel Pierce at bat in the state tournament.

The Norris Shores Property Owners Association awarded Union County High School graduating seniors Mikayla Huxley and Caleb Rhodes $500 scholarships at the UCHS awards ceremony held May 18. Jan Powarzynski and Patrick Hurley were on Rhodes Huxley hand to present the scholarships. The NSPOA scholar- to college-bound seniors ships are awarded each year from Sharps Chapel.

Smoky Mountain 4-H

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Softball Patriot Ashtyn Patterson makes a play in the field at the state tournament. Photos by Roxanne Patterson

Completing Project Achievement at Junior Level were Samuel Hensley and Kaleb Hanna.

Completing Project Achievement at Senior Level 2 were Joshua Sherritze, Zeb Schlacter, Robert Schlacter, Caleb Key and Elizabeth Hensley.

Meredith Key is the Project Achievement Senior Level 2 recipient.

Debbie Morgan (right) recognizes Smoky Mountain 4-H graduating seniors Dakota Sherritze and Meredith Key.

Allyson Hanna was the Junior High Level Project Achievement recipient.

MAYNARDVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS â– One-on-one classes are available by appointment for those wanting to learn how to use computers and other devices. For appointment: 992-7106. â– Healthy Kids Day, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, June

4. include: Summer Reading kick off and sign ups, games, door prizes, fun family activities â– The Maynardville Public Library is located at 296 Main St. Info: 992-7106, maynardvillepublic library.org or on Facebook.

Maynardville Public Library summer reading schedule Summer reading is about to heat up ■June 10, Dre Hinton, “Little People, at Maynardville Public Library. Summer Big Dreams.� reading runs June 4-23, kicking off with ■June 17, Super Science with Mr. Rich. Healthy Kids Day 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, ■June 24, Barry Mitchell, “Read Racer.� June 4. There will be games, door prizes ■July 8, HardKnox Rollergirls and fun family activities. ■July 15, Jason and Company with Ron Summer Reading story time with break- Lightly fast is 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Wednesday. Info: www.maynardvillepubliclibrary. Programs start at 1 p.m. and include: org, or 992-7106

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Life Beyond Bingo

SENIOR NOTES ■Union County Senior Citizens Center 298 Main St. Monday-Friday • 8 a.m.4 p.m. Info for all seniors groups: Melanie Dykes 992-3292/992-0361 ■Plainview Seniors Plainview City Hall 1037 Tazewell Pike Meets each first Monday 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ■Luttrell Seniors Luttrell Community Center 115 Park Road Meets each third Monday 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ■Sharps Chapel Seniors Sharps Chapel Community Bldg. 1550 Sharps Chapel Road Meets each first and third Wednesday 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Veterans sought Union County Mayor’s Office is currently accepting applications for plaques to be placed on the veterans’ wall. Info: 992-3061.

REUNION NOTES ■Bearden High School Class of ’66 reunion is Oct. 14 at Hunter Valley Farm. Info: Joe Bruner, 399-5951 or jobruner 01@yahoo.com. ■Fulton High School Class of 1966 50th reunion, 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, Calhoun’s on the River, 400 Neyland Drive. Cost: $25. Reservations deadline: July 15. Reservations/payment: Fulton High School 1966 Reunion, c/o Doug Welch, 890 Hansmore Place, Knoxville TN 37919. Info: Dougwelch1948@ yahoo.com. ■The Knoxville Central High School Class of 1966 50th reunion, Saturday, Oct. 8, Beaver Brook Country Club. Info: Gail Norris Kitts, gnkitts@ yahoo.com.

By Sara Barrett This week at Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, the Shopper News will present its first Beyond Bingo event for folks interested in life after their senior discount. Everything is free, including lunch provided by Sherrill Hills. Door prizes will be given away and there’s a pretty good chance you’ll leave with a few other freebies. Beyond Bingo will take place 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today and tomorrow (Wednesday and Thursday, June 1-2) at Sherrill Hills, 271 Moss Grove Boulevard. In addition to numerous vendors that will be on hand, a number of speakers will share advice in their areas of expertise: ■Jasen Bradley, CPT, manager and NASM certified personal trainer, Fitness Together Jasen Bradley became a trainer more than 10 years ago. “My own path to becoming a personal trainer began after my father passed due to heart disease. It gave me the motivation to not only make my health a priority, but to help others do the same,� he says. Bradley is now a trainer and manager for Fitness Together in Farragut. He plans to focus his presentation at Beyond Bingo on the success of FT clients and how many of them started their new, healthy lifestyles after the perceived “normal� age. “I want our clients to spend as much time with their children, families, and hobbies as long as they can without wasting their time on ‘fly by night’ health fads. “FT offers seniors a dedicated personalized program fit around their interests and goals,� Bradley continues. “No program is the same and the results are guaranteed. “Whether it’s improving your overall health and wellness, or seeking fitness through strength training, helping you get out of bed without pain, running faster, jumping higher, or learning about your weight management options to reach your fitness goals, we’re eager to start you on a journey that

Info: LorenRiddickTeam.com ■Paul Yau, MD, Tennessee Orthopedic Clinic Dr. Paul Yau, board certified physician, received his fellowship training in joint replacement and adult reconstructive surgery from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Yau currently chairs the orthoJasen Bradley Blake McCoy Loren Riddick Dr. Paul Yau pedic department at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center and coordinates the hip fracture and joint will change your life forever.� Info: cuss and answer questions about replacement services there. His specialty practice keeps him 671-2022. reverse mortgages during his precurrent with the latest surgical ■Blake McCoy, founder sentation. and CEO, Independent Insur“Questions I am commonly techniques and advances in orthoance Consultants asked by seniors are ‘Do I still get pedic care including hip arthrosBlake McCoy had a close rela- to own my home?’ and ‘What hap- copy and anterior hip replacement. Yau is a member of the American tionship to his grandparents grow- pens when I die or move out of the ing up, and he feels that’s part of house in relation to my heirs?’� says Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Association of Hip and what inspired him to help seniors. Riddick. “I feel seniors don’t get treated The Loren Riddick Team has a Knee Surgeons, and Arthroscopy properly,� says McCoy. “They have nearly 100 percent repeat and re- Association of North America. Info: so much knowledge, and often they ferral client base according to its tocdocs.com are ignored.� website. McCoy would see agents only interested in helping themselves instead of doing what was best for their client’s situation. He was inspired to get his insurance license at age 19. In September, he will have had his license for 14 years. Year-in and year-out, our most McCoy plans to discuss the four loyal Shopper News readers are parts of Medicare during his preour seniors. That was true when sentation at Beyond Bingo. He also I began publishing the paper in Sandra hopes to cover the difference be1971 and remains true today. ReClark tween an independent agency and spect for place becomes stronger a captive agency, and how to qualas we age, and the Shopper is all ify for extra help with prescription about people and place. drugs. For instance, Shannon Carey Info: medicareknoxville.com or has a great tale in our new North/ readers with a party of sorts. Val call 691-5571. East Shopper this week about and Cassie Smith at Sherrill Hills ■Loren Riddick, branch how retired Carson-Newman Retirement Resort agreed to host manager, People’s Home Eqguy Jim Coppock celebrated his the first one and it’s this week! uity, HECM division A good turnout will guarantee 80th birthday. He asked his kids Loren Riddick is an East Tento throw a party at Holston Hills other such events in other parts nessee native who earned an asCountry Club for his friends from of town. There’s no cost or obligasociate’s degree from Walters State sixth grade at Chilhowee Elemen- tion. We hope you can make time Community College. to attend! tary School. Riddick has been in the mortOh, yes, Sherrill Hills is at the Incredibly, people came from gage arena since 1999 and currently top of the hill behind Academy across the country. heads the Home Equity Conversion Beyond Bingo: So our sales Sports on Kingston Pike just west Mortgage (HECM) division of Peomanager, Amy Lutheran, and I of Cedar Bluff. Info: 865-622ples Home Equity. He has assisted decided to celebrate our senior 4059 clients with both forward and reverse mortgages, and plans to dis-

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THROUGH FRIDAY, SEPT. 16 Online registration open for the Marine Mud Run, to be held Saturday, Sept. 17. Individual waves, 8 a.m.; team waves, 11:30 a.m. Course: 3 miles of offroad running, which entails some obstacles, hills and mud pits. Registration deadline: Friday, Sept. 16, or until total registrants reaches 3150. Info/registration: knoxmud.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1 Chalk on the Walk, 11:30 a.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook. Submissions deadline for Appalachian Arts and Crafts Center jurying process. Three sample of work, $25 jury fee and completed forms must be submitted by noon. Info/forms: appalachianarts.net, 494-9854, 2716 Andersonville Highway.

THURSDAY, JUNE 2 Beauford Delaney Celebration, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Beck Center Exchange Center, 1927 Dandridge Ave. Free and open to the public. Info/reservations: ddbubose@knoxart.org or 934-2036. Bee Friends beekeeping group meeting, 6:30 p.m., Tazewell Campus of Walters State Community College. Guest speaker: Bodie Osborne, president of Backyard Beekeepers in Middlesboro, Ky. Topic: how to extract and bottle honey. Everyone welcome. Info: 617-9013. Big Ridge 4th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Big Ridge Elementary School library. Info: 992-5212. Coffee with the Candidates, Union County Chamber of Commerce, 1001 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-2811. Computer Workshop: Introducing the Computer, 10:30 a.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info/registration: 922-2552. An Evening of “Radical Gratitude� with Will Pye, 6:30 p.m., Clinton Physical Therapy Center, 1921 N. Charles G. Seivers Blvd. Info: Kelly Lenz, 457-1649 or cptcklenz@aol.com. Storytime with the Tennessee Smokies, 10:30 a.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552.

Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038.

MONDAY, JUNE 6 American Legion meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 3875522. QED Experimental Comedy Lab, 7:30-9:30 p.m., The Pilot Light, 106 E. Jackson Ave. Free weekly comedy show blending stand-up, improv, sketch and other performance styles. Donations accepted.

TUESDAY, JUNE 7

First Friday Comedy, 7-9 p.m., Saw Works Brewing, 708 E. Depot Ave. Free stand-up comedy showcase featuring Jenn Snyder from Columbia, S.C. Opening night for “The Word� exhibit, 5-9 p.m., Broadway Studios and Gallery, 1127 N Broadway. Exhibit on display June 3-24. Info: Jessica Gregory, 556-8676, or BroadwayStudiosAndGallery.com. “Plan to Can and Preserve Food,� 9-10 a.m., Union Farmers Co-op, 3035 Maynardville Highway. Free pressure gauge testing; free food preservation and nutrition information. Bring the canner lid, gauge and seal. Info/appointment: Becca Hughes, 992-8038, rlhughes@utk.edu.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, JUNE 3-4 Spring rummage sale, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Mount Hermon UMC, 235 E. Copeland Road. Info: 938-7910.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4 Art on Main Festival, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Main Street and around Courthouse in Maynardville. Featuring: artists, crafters, food vendors, children’s activities, music concerts and music jams, train rides, student art exhibit. Supports the local arts. “Food Preservation: Step-by-Step Canning, Drying and Pickling,� 2 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. 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.

Family Pajama Storytime, 6:30 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. Memoir Writing, 6-8 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway. Instructor: Kathleen Fearing. A Featured Tennessee Artist workshop. Registration deadline: June 9. Info/ registration: appalachianarts.net; 494-9854; in person at the Center. Plainview 7th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Plainview Community Center. Info: 992-5212.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, JUNE 17-18

Casual Comedy, 7-9pm, Casual Pint-Hardin Valley, 10677 Hardin Valley Road. Free stand-up comedy showcase featuring Pittsburgh comedians Alex Stypula and Tim Ross.

International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook.

“Night at the McClung Museum� family sleepover, 7 p.m.-8 a.m., McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture, 1327 Circle Park Drive. For children ages 5-11 and their parents. Tickets: $40 per person members; $50 nonmembers. Info/tickets: 9742144 or mcclungmuseum.utk.edu. Quilt show, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Knoxville Expo Center, 5441 Clinton Highway. Hosted by the Smoky Mountain Quilters of Tennessee. Admission, $7; two-day pass, $10. Info: smokymtnquilters.com or on Facebook.

THURSDAY, JUNE 9

SATURDAY, JUNE 18

Halls Book Club: “Pigs in Heaven,� 1 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. All welcome. Info: 922-2552. “Killer Tomatoes vs Tomato Killers,� 3:15-4:30 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 4438 Western Ave. Presented by Master Gardeners Joe Pardue and Marcia Griswold. Free and open to the public. Info: 329-8892. Pizza Ha’s, 8-9:30 p.m., Pizza Hoss, 7215 Clinton Highway. Free stand-up comedy show featuring local comedian Sean Simoneau. Super Hero Storytime and Costume Party with Spider Man, 3 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. VFW meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 278-3784.

Lavender Festival and A Taste of Tennessee Wines, Historic Jackson Square in Oak Ridge. Festival, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; A Taste of Tennessee Wines, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Portion of proceeds go to the Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge. Info: jacksonsquarelavenderfestival.org. Mosaic Stepping Stones, 1-6 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway. Instructor: Jessica Kortz. A Featured Tennessee Artist workshop. Registration deadline: June 11. Info/ registration: appalachianarts.net; 494-9854; in person at the Center. Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038. Vintage baseball, noon and 2:30 p.m., Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorn Grove Pike. Games and parking free; concessions available. Bring lawn chair or blanket for seating. Info: ramseyhouse.org.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 10

MONDAY, JUNE 20

“Plan to Can and Preserve Food,� 9-10 a.m., Union Farmers Co-op, 3035 Maynardville Highway. Free pressure gauge testing; free food preservation and nutrition information. Bring the canner lid, gauge and seal. Info/appointment: Becca Hughes, 992-8038, rlhughes@utk.edu.

“If You Build it, They Will Come,� 1-2 p.m., Davis Family YMCA, 12133 S. Northshore Drive. Presented by Master Gardener Amy Haun. Info: 7779622.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, JUNE 10-11

MONDAY-FRIDAY, JUNE 20-24

The McKameys’ annual Hometown Singing, Second Baptist Church in Clinton. Friday: 7:30 p.m. special guest The Inspirations from Bryson City, N.C.; Saturday, 6 p.m. special guest The Primitive Quartet from Candler, N.C. Reserved seating, $16; general admission, $13. Info/tickets: 457-3678.

Kids’ Craft Camp, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Norris Community Building, 20 Chestnut Road, Norris. Instructor: Sheri Burns. Bring a sack lunch each day. Registration deadline: June 10 or until filled. Info/ registration: appalachianarts.net; 494-9854; in person at the Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 16

TUESDAY, JUNE 21

Bark in the Park, 3-8 p.m., World’s Fair Park Festival Lawn. Fundraiser for the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley. $5 donation at the gate includes: Kid’s Korner, Grayson Subaru Misting Tent, pet contests and more. Info: humanesocietytennessee.com/bark-inthe-park/. “Killer Tomatoes vs Tomato Killers,� 1:302:30 p.m., Bearden Branch Library, 100 Golfclub Road. Presented by Master Gardeners Joe Pardue and Marcia Griswold. Free and open to the public. Info: 588-8813 or knoxlib.org. Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038.

MONDAY, JUNE 13 QED Experimental Comedy Lab, 7:30-9:30 p.m., The Pilot Light, 106 E. Jackson Ave. Free weekly comedy show blending stand-up, improv, sketch and other performance styles. Donations accepted.

TUESDAY. JUNE 14 Art Journaling and the Joy of Doodling, 1-3 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway. Instructor: Sarah Brobst. A Featured Tennessee Artist workshop. Registration deadline: June 7. Info/registration: appalachianarts.net; 494-9854; in person at the Center. Paulette 6th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Paulette Elementary School cafeteria. Info: 992-5212. Knoxville Zoomobile, 3 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552.

Excel 2013 certificate class, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Knoxville Area Urban League, 1514 E. Fifth Ave. Free class taught by Pellissippi State instructors. Learn new or upgrade old skills. Space limited; registration required. Info: Bill or Jackie, 524-5511. Honor Guard meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans invited. Info: 256-5415. “Roses in Pots,� 11 a.m.-noon, Karns Senior Center, 8042 Oak Ridge Highway. Presented by Master Gardener Rosarian Brian Townsend. Info: 951-2653.

THURSDAY, JUNE 23 Excel 2013 certificate class, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Knoxville Area Urban League, 1514 E. Fifth Ave. Free class taught by Pellissippi State instructors. Learn new or upgrade old skills. Space limited; registration required. Info: Bill or Jackie, 524-5511. Hospitality Job Fair, 1-4 p.m., Knoxville Area Urban League, 1514 E. Fifth Ave. On-site interviews and applications with local employers in the hotel, convention and hospitality industries. Info: Bill or Jackie, 524-5511. “If You Build it, They Will Come,� 3:15-4:30 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 4438 Western Ave. Presented by Master Gardener Amy Haun. Info: 3298892.

FRIDAY, JUNE 24 Ijams Nature Center presents “Can You Hear the Frogs?� 3 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552.

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