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BUZZ Bonnie Peters Back in the 1960s while gathering information for his book about Alex Stewart, John Rice Irwin, founder of the Museum of Appalachia, spent a great deal of time with his friend, Alex Stewart. I need to say that the book, “Alex Stewart - Portrait of a Pioneer� by John Rice Irwin is, without question, one of my very favorite books.
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Marvin West This is an extension of the chicken-or-egg timeline. You can use some of the thoughts in evaluating how Jalen Hurd does against Northwestern. Five Tennessee tailbacks achieved the grand prize of college football, election to the Hall of Fame. Little children should be taught their names in chronological order: Gene McEver, Beattie Feathers, George Cafego, Hank Lauricella and John Majors.
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Cindy Taylor For the past seven years members at Union Baptist Church have helped make Christmas a bit brighter for a few families in the community who need a little help for the holidays. Members come together to provide brunch, fun and presents for families from area schools and sometimes from inside the church. “We contact the counselors at local schools and ask them to help us identify families who need assistance,� said church member Debbie Rose.
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Charles Denney The USDA recently announced UTIA and UT Knoxville will receive a $1 million grant to combat obesity. It will be used to create a Regional Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Center of Excellence.
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Ronnie Mincey Once again, we stand at the edge of a New Year. Movies of the season help us pause to remember the year almost past and set our course for the future. When Carolyn Murr taught in the regular classroom, she showed her classes “It’s a Wonderful Life� every year. I first saw this movie about 20 years ago.
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Brittany Ball was made an honorary citizen of Luttrell and awarded the key to the city at the city of Luttrell Christmas dinner. She is pictured with Mayor Johnny Merritt and council member Barry Corum, Jody Smith and Lloyd Railey. She was honored the countless toys she has donated to the city of Luttrell to be given to the children at the Christmas Parade. Photos submitted
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By Cindy Taylor Halls resident Brittany Ball has not had an easy life physically. She had a normal childhood until she developed West Nile virus at age 5 following a mosquito bite. The virus caused Brittany to develop seizures which were kept somewhat under control for a few years allowing her to get through school and graduate. “Once she turned 12, the doctors have never been able to get Brittany’s seizures under control,� said her mom Donna. Now 20 years old, Brittany struggles daily with epilepsy which keeps her from leading the life enjoyed by most people her age. Despite, or because of, her physical struggles, Brittany has developed a huge heart. She and her mom held a garage sale this past fall where they met Halls resident Larry Estep. Estep was out looking for toys and stuffed animals to hand out at the
Luttrell Christmas Parade. “When Brittany heard what Larry was doing with the stuffed animals, she gave them to him rather than letting him buy them. Then she told him to hold on a minute,� said Donna. Brittany had been collecting “Build-a-Bears� for years and they were very special to her. When she heard there were children in Luttrell who would have nothing for Christmas she ran back in her house, gathered all but one of her beloved stuffed animals and brought them all down to Estep. “She only kept the one because it has gone with her every time she has had to be hospitalized and is very special to her,� said Donna. “Each animal had special meaning to her but she wanted to give back and help somebody else.� After meeting Estep, Brittany took the plight of the children in Luttrell to heart and continued to collect toys. These days Brittany
spends much of her time in bed because of her health, but she was able to ride on the float with Santa during the Luttrell Christmas parade where she helped hand out the toys. Luttrell council member Barry Corum was moved by what Brittany did and wanted to recognize her. The Luttrell City Council honored Brittany at its meeting Dec. 21. She received the key to the city and was made an honorary citizen of Luttrell. “She may live in Halls but she did a lot for the children here in Lu-
Brittany Ball goes for a ridealong with Santa during the Luttrell Christmas Parade where she helped give out toys. ttrell,� said Mayor Johnny Merritt. “She brought so much joy to the children and was a big reason that every child at the parade received a gift. Brittany has a huge heart.� Merritt says he wishes everyone could have seen Brittany’s face light up when she saw the kids get their toys during the parade. “I don’t understand why they would think I’m special,� said Brittany. “I am like this because God has a plan.�
New Year brings new chamber president By Cindy Taylor Union County Chamber of Commerce is ringing in the New Year with a new president. Carl Nichols comes highly recommended following a recent stint in Claiborne County as director of tourism for the Claiborne County Chamber of Commerce. Current president Pat Hurley says he is ready to move on to other endeavors and Nichols is the perfect replacement. “I’m looking to get more retired,� Hurley laughed. “I have known Carl for a while and I think he will do a great job.� Nichols is a native of Harlan, Ky. A teacher by profession, he was instrumental in salvaging tourism in Claiborne County, both politically and financially. “I got into all of this accidentally,� said Nichols. “The second year of the White Lightning Trail Festival I was asked to chair the tourism commission. Before long I was voted to be director of tourism in Claiborne County. Everything kind of progressed from there.�
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ties. The one rule of each one was to not step on the other’s toes. One never knew what the other was doing. Union County will be different in that respect. “I am a very good organizer and absolutely love building community,� he said. “The one thing I know that I am going to have to learn is the economic development portion of this job.� When the Claiborne County Chamber board voted to combine the position of tourism director with the position of director of the Chamber, Nichols was left without a job. “I loved my job and would have Union County Chamber president Carl Nichols tours Seven Springs Winery stayed there from now on,� he said. with owner Nikki Riddle. Photos by Cindy Taylor When Hurley heard Nichols was available, he encouraged Nichols says he has done it all Tourism Council and received the him to look at Union County. The in tourism. He has built floats, Chuck Davis Tourism Award for Union County Chamber board voted Nichols into the position of coordinated the White Lightning his work in Claiborne County. Trail Festival for five years and orNichols says that in Claiborne Chamber president Dec. 15. ganized the first Powell River Re- County everything was separated. gatta. He has served as vice presi- Tourism, Chamber and Industrial To page 3 dent of the Middle East Tennessee Board were three different enti-
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This produce was recently for sale at the Rutherford County Farmers Market, which is set up to accept EBT cards. Photo by J.
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UT receives $1 million ag grant One of every three children in Tennessee is overweight, and more than 20 percent of our children are obese. Childhood obesity has been linked to diabetes, high blood pressure, depression and poor academic performance. Adults in Tennessee aren’t faring much better. Our state’s overall obesity rate tops 30 percent. In a study based on data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Tennessee is the fourth worst state for obesity. These are not encouraging facts, but the University of Tennessee is working to solve our state and nation’s obesity problem through outreach efforts from UT Extension and the UT Institute of Agriculture, and UT Knoxville’s Nutrition Department. “We want to take what we’ve learned in Tennessee about childhood obesity prevention, and strengthen our outreach efforts across the country,� says UT Extension assistant dean Laura Stephenson, who leads its Family and Consumer Sciences Unit. The USDA recently announced UTIA and UT Knoxville will receive a $1 million grant for this effort. It will be used to create a Regional Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Center of Excellence.
The center brings together the expertise of nine research institutions. Utah State University will also receive funding for a similar project in the western U.S. “This new center will focus the expertise of a broad network of professionals to develop a system where families can learn to make healthful food choices,� says Stephenson. “Our goal is to decrease obesity and strengthen nutrition education efforts, and change the environment for families so adults will live healthier, and the children will develop good, life-long habits.� The center will focus on reducing obesity by analyzing programs to identify barriers to healthy living, and training and evaluation needs for partnering agencies. The funding comes from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). “Childhood obesity rates in America have tripled over the past three decades,� says NIFA director Sonny Ramaswamy. “While we are beginning to see promising signs of progress with the epidemic leveling off in children, these grants will help evaluate and strengthen existing nutrition education and obesity prevention efforts to help ensure this progress continues.�
come challenges including brutal weather and demonstrated perseverance to produce an “honorable and stellar multi-county service.� Loy in particular was cited for recruiting new members and standardizing
uniforms. He also assumed full responsibility for security and maintenance of the weapons used by the Guard. Gabler says the Honor Guard is a comfort to survivors and a tribute to the deceased veterans.
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Carl Nichols strolls by the Court Street buildings on the Historic Maynardville Walking Trail which once housed TVA land offices.
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Nichols has a strong desire to jump growing agri-tourism in Union Couninto work already in progress on the ty. His ofďŹ cial ďŹ rst day as Union CounHistoric Maynardville Walking Trail, ty Chamber president will be Jan. 4. promoting small retail businesses and “There is outstanding potential for
growth in Union County,� he said. “I already know a good number of people here and look forward to our future working together.�
Christmas lunch for Sharps Chapel FCE Eleven members of the Sharps Chapel FCE meet for a Christmas lunch Dec. 17 at the Museum of Appalachia. After lunch each person showed the book(s) they had purchased for grade school children. Mary Johnson will deliver these books, along with books donated by Sunset Bay’s Dewey Decimals Book Club, to the Sharps Chapel Elementary School. FCE members are: Gloria Holcomb, Stephanie Williams, Janet Wolfenbarger, Mary Johnson (in back), Carol Sharpe, Rita Poteet, Carolyn Shields, Sue Ross (in back), Judy Maynard, Terry Reinitz and Pat Owens.
Honor Guard nominated for Tennessee STAR award The Tri-County Veteran’s Honor Guard and its founder, Sgt. Earl J. Loy, have been nominated for the Governor’s Volunteer Stars Earl J. Loy award by
retired Lt. Col. Ron Gabler of Sharps Chapel. Loy is also a former commander of the group which has participated in some 700 military funerals in a 3-county area. There are 24 or so current members of the Honor Guard and several past members. Gabler wrote: “Union County is fortu-
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their ranks are rapidly dying and therefore the need for a military (funeral) Honor Guard is both urgent and ongoing.� He said the Honor Guard has demonstrated extraordinary determination to over-
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4 • DECEMBER 30, 2015 • UNION COUNTY Shopper news back toward their house. I was just a small chap then, but I still remember how happy they were to get them rabbits.â€? “Alex,â€? I asked, “What happened to the Maxey family?â€? “Well, them Maxeys were honest, hard workers and they saved up a little bit of money and made their way out to Oklahoma. They managed to get a little land, worked hard and bought some more land. I think they got in on some of the oil wells and they done good. A few years later they came back here all dressed up and driving a fine car; and they didn’t look like themselves. They was awfully good people and I was just proud to see them get ahead.â€? Alex concluded, “I’ll never forget what one of them boys said when Pap gave them the rabbits and a poke of corn a couple of days before Christmas. ‘Oh, Lordy, we’ll live good now!’â€? Know the joy that the Maxey boys felt when they received two rabbits and a poke of corn.
Christmas on Newman’s Ridge Back in the 1960s while gathering information for his book about Alex Stewart, John Rice Irwin, founder of the Museum of Appalachia, spent a great deal of time with his friend, Alex Stewart. I need to say that the book, “Alex Stewart - Portrait of a Pioneer� by John Rice Irwin is, without question, one of my very favorite books. Often when I’m stuck to try to define or to know a very early East Tennessee expression, I turn to this book for understanding of this early life. Alex was a whittler and is perhaps best known for his mouth bows. In 1983, Alex was recognized at a function in Washington, D. C., as a national treasure! When I think of how Alex Stewart lived, it reminds me of how people in this area lived in the late 1700s – not 150 years later. This particular year there were no Christmas decorations to be seen along Newman’s Ridge. At Sneedville, he recalls seeing a decorated tree through the window of one of the homes. This is Mr. Irwin’s story: “I went by to see my old friend Alex Stewart and we sat before his open fireplace and talked as we always did. ‘Alex,’ I said, ‘I’ve been driv-
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ing through Hancock County most of the day and I never saw a single Christmas tree or any kind of decoration until I got into Sneedville. Let me ask you about old time Christmas ‌ how it was observed and what was it like when you were a boy?’ “Christmas!â€? Alex said deridingly, “We barely knowed when Christmas came. Everybody was trying to find enough to eat and we didn’t have time for any celebration. I remember one time when I was a boy up on Newman’s Ridge, we looked out of the window and saw two of the Maxey boys running through the snow towards our house as barefooted as a crow. They came in the house and their Daddy wanted to see if Pap could loan them a little bit of corn for Christmas ‌ said their Daddy would sure pay him back in the spring. “A few days before, Pap had been hunting and had killed three rabbits which he had skinned, dressed and hung on the limb of an oak
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tree in front of our house. Well, he went out there, took his knife out of his pocket, cut two of the frozen rabbits down and handed them to one of the Maxey boys. “One of the boys said, ‘Oh, Lordy, we’ll live good now!’ and they gleefully ran
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Tune in to the affirmative Once again, we stand at the edge of a New Year. Movies of the season help us pause to remember the year almost past and set our course for the future. When Carolyn Murr taught in the regular classroom, she showed her classes “It’s a Wonderful Life� every year. I first saw this movie about 20 years ago on television on Christmas Day. It began snowing, chasing the last of our company away just before the movie began. As the movie magically flowed, the snow accumulated, until there was approximately two inches on the ground at its end. The snow added a touch of magic to the story. Life
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circumstances convinced George Bailey that his life had been meaningless, but he was given the wonderful gift through angelic visitation to see that the world was indeed better because of his life. In my later years of teaching, I showed my students the version of “A Christmas Carol� starring George C. Scott. Scrooge was shown by spiritual visitation how miserable his life actions
had made his own and others’ lives. It only took one angel for George Bailey, but Scrooge needed four (nonalcoholic, at least) spirits for his reclamation. Who can watch these movies and not think on the past and look to the future? 2015 and all the preceding years have had their struggles: bad decisions, stressful times, loss of friendships, sickness, death of friends and loved ones, and the list could go on and on. But the past has also had its share of blessings: good decisions, fun times, new friendships, good health, prosperity, and the list could go on and on.
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Ron LeQuire and Ned Jones prepare the Christmas brunch.
Lola Mitchell Myers, 92, formerly of Maynardville, passed away Dec. 21 in Knoxville. She was born Dec. 27, 1922, in Grainger County to the late Clarence and Elsie Mitchell. She was preceded in death by husband, Kent Myers; son, Joel Myers; brothers, C.B. MitchLola Myers ell Jr. and Richard Mitchell; sisters, Iva Stanley, Edith Dukes and Margaret Hale. She is survived by children Karen (Richard) Burris, Pam (David) Jordan and Sanford Kent Myers; three grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and brothers Audley (Liva) Mitchell and Winfred (Phyllis) Mitchell. Trinity Funeral Home in Maynardville handled arrangements for the family.
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A gift of By Cindy Taylor For the past seven years members at Union Baptist Church have helped make Christmas a bit brighter for a few families in the community who need a little help for the holidays. Members come together to provide brunch, fun and presents for families from area schools and sometimes from inside the church. “We contact the counselors at local schools and ask them to help us identify families who need assistance,� said church member Debbie Rose. Once the schools share the names, the church in-
Little lambs Barrett Robbins and Rileigh LeQuire don their costumes to perform in a Christmas skit at Union Baptist Church.
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vites the families for the brunch. They respond if they wish to participate. Not every family chooses to attend. This year the response from the families was 100 percent. Rose says the church’s activities committee spearheads the brunch but it takes the entire church participating in order to accommodate all the families. Some church members cook the meal, others take photographs of the children with Santa for the family to take home, others purchase gifts to be given to family members, some assist the children with crafts during
their morning together and there are other members who perform a skit and sing Christmas carols. Union Baptist pastor, the Rev. Gary Vandergriff, delivers a brief Christmas message. “We want to give the true gift of Christmas,� said Rose. “To give without expecting anything in return. Although we do receive the blessing of watching these families experience Christmas.� After the meal, the families meet in the sanctuary for a brief Christmas program while church members clean up brunch. Gifts are then placed on the
tables as a surprise for the families who come back to the fellowship hall after the program. Each child receives a new outfit, pajamas, gloves, scarves, hats and a toy. Adults receive at least one piece of clothing along with outerwear. At the end of the morning each family takes home a box of food with enough staples and supplies to cook complete meals for Christmas breakfast and dinner. Included in the box are additional items such as toiletries, a picture frame for the Santa photo, fleece blankets and a fruit basket. There is no cost to the
Fritz Eric Voss Fritz Eric Voss, age 48, of Corryton, died Dec. 22. He was a scholar, teacher, blacksmith, archer and beloved mentor to students in Union County schools; member of the SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism) and U.S. Army veteran. Above all he was a devoted Fritz Voss husband to his one true love of 24 years and three days, Angie. Survivors include father Virgil Voss (Dorothy); mother Bonnie True (Carl); sisters Christina Voss, Michelle Johnson. Memorials may be made to the Fritz Voss Memorial Scholarship Fund.
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families. Church members consider the meal an out- ■Hansard Chapel Methodist reach ministry that allows Church, located on Highway them to share the love of 33 across from Tolliver’s Jesus. Market, hosts a food pantry “This is such a worth6-7 p.m. each third Saturday. Gently used clothing is also while ministry and one that available. Info: the Rev. Jay we all enjoy every year,� said Richardson, 776-2668. Rose.
Famous tailbacks and their friends This is an extension of the chicken-or-egg timeline. You can use some of the thoughts in evaluating how Jalen Hurd does against Northwestern. Five Tennessee tailbacks achieved the grand prize of college football, election to the Hall of Fame. Little children should be taught their names in chronological order: Gene McEver, Beattie Feathers, George Cafego, Hank Lauricella and John Majors. Here is the first chickenor-egg question: Was their greatness based on athletic excellence and exceptional smarts or on the crusty linemen who (after shaving with chainsaws) knocked obstructions and resistance into the third row of seats? It has been said that great
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running backs simplify blocking assignments. It has also been said that if a tailback plays an entire game without getting grass stain on his britches, friends up front must have been very protective. With McEver on the field, Tennessee never lost a game. His first best splash, in 1928, was his 98-yard return of the opening kickoff against Alabama. He also caught a touchdown pass in that 15-13 monumental upset.
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Scrooge said he feared the Ghost of Christmas Future more than any specter he had seen. That is because the future is unknown. Both George Bailey and Scrooge made decisions that positively affected their own and other’s futures. While we don’t know what 2016 holds, we do have the ability to make positive decisions that can affect it for good for ourselves and our fellow travelers on life’s journey. And the good news – we don’t have to go into 2016 alone. Hebrews 13:2 says, “Be
not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares� (KJV). I know many “angels� have entertained me throughout life, and most of them were unaware they were functioning in that capacity. They were my parents, who raised me; my family, who supported me; my friends, who by choice, not birth, encouraged me; fellow Christians, who pointed the way to God. Sadly, I have many times been like Scrooge – I have not always properly recipro-
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In 1929, he scored 130 points and became Tennessee’s first all-American. Robert R. Neyland said McEver “was the best player I ever coached – or saw.� Maybe you’ve heard of Herman Hickman. He’s in the Hall of Fame. As a sophomore guard, he led the way for McEver. Ends Paul Hug and Fritz Brandt were allSouthern. Feathers followed McEver and led two undefeated teams. Hickman was a large factor in 1931. Tackle Ray Saunders, end Van Rayburn, center Talmadge “Sheriff� Maples and blocking back Deke Brackett were key aides. Parenthetical to this particular segment, Feathers averaged 9.9 per carry as the first thousand-yard rusher in
cated the good sent my way, and I have to say, as Scrooge did, “God forgive me for the time I’ve wasted.� But, like George Bailey and Scrooge, we have a chance to use our mistakes to do better in 2016. Thank you for allowing me to share your 2015. My fondest desire is that 2016 is your best year ever!
the NFL. The Chicago Bears also provided blockers. Cafego was SEC player of the year in undefeated 1938 and more famous in ’39 as offensive star and safety when the Volunteers didn’t permit a single point. George ran and passed and punted. Guards Ed Molinski and Bob Suffridge (sixth in Heisman voting) and end Bowden Wyatt were stars up front. All three are in the Hall of Fame. Tackle Abe Shires and blocking back Sam Bartholomew (Jacobs trophy) weren’t too tacky. Lauricella became an instant legend with the 75yard run against Texas in
very good. Majors had some really fine friends escorting him through the spectacular 1956 season. Blocking back Stockton Adkins, tackles John Gordy and Charles Rader, guards Bruce Burnham and Bill Johnson and center Bubba Howe cleared the way. Majors was nimble and quick. He made some would-be hitters miss. Now I ask you, which came first, great Tennessee blockers or famous tailbacks? Hurd is all the way up to second-team all-SEC. How much are the linemen helping? Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com
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the 1951 Cotton Bowl. Lots of Volunteers cut down lots of Longhorns on that long trip. John Michaels caught Neyland’s attention. The coach once said “Michels was the best blocking guard in the United States of America.� The 1951 national championship team set records with 3,068 yards and 40 rushing touchdowns. Michels won the Jacobs trophy as the best blocker in the SEC. He’s in the Hall of Fame. Center Bob Davis, blocking back Jimmy Hahn, ends John Davis and Vince Kaseta, tackles Charley Stokes and Jim Haslam and guard Vernon Lyons were
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This group of Union County seniors made a Christmas trip to Dixie Stampede on Dec. 10.
Union County seniors are a traveling bunch throughout the county. By Sandra Clark Can we sustain this? Melanie Dykes, director Probably. Melanie manof senior centers, has joined the Shopper News team – ages to fill her Facebook tasked with providing pic- page with pictures of folks tures and write-ups of vari- having fun. Let’s try to bring that enous activities of the seniors
Traveling seniors Sharps Chapel residents Kathy Hatmaker and Betty Sharp (at right) were among Union County seniors who visited Apple Barn and Dixie Stampede.
ergy to the Shopper. From time to time, Union County seniors will appear in other Shoppers ... and sometimes you’ll read about Knox County programming. Enjoy!
Shirley McNair had a December birthday at Union County Senior Center.
Happy Birthdays! Plainview seniors Kay Jones, Patsy Shoffner and Bobbie Thomas celebrated December birthdays.
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kids Decorations and gifts at the coffee break
Big Ridge singers delight fans
‘Bear Necessities’ honors volunteers
Big Ridge Elementary School children delighted family and friends with a concert in the high school auditorium Dec. 17. Recorders (shown above) were harmonized for an instrumental number. Backstage, kindergarteners in Ms. Angie’s class prepare to enter the stage. The snowflakes (at right) are Bryson Sparks, Samuel Johnson and Zoey Beeler.
By Michella Blackburn The Union County Children’s Center Bear Necessities Coffee Break was held in December to show appreciation to the people who have helped and made donations to our facility through the year. The center was founded in 2006 to provide a safe haven for sexually and physically abused children. Instead of being interviewed countless times at different locations, a child can share his experience with one caring and specially trained professional. From the gift of a handmade quilt when they first walk through the doors to the kindness of our staff and volunteers during their visit, children are treated with warmth. Our focus is on the child,
At the coffee break are Stacy Jordan with Carmeuse Lime and Stone; Tiffany Freels with Carmeuse Lime and Stone; Michella Blackburn, victim advocate with Union County Children’s Center; and Bobbie Daniels, forensic interviewer.
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WEDNESDAY, DEC. 30 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.
THURSDAY, DEC. 31 New Year’s Eve Gala, 10 p.m., World For Christ Church Inc., 4611Central Avenue Pike.
SATURDAY, JAN. 2 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.
SUNDAY, JAN. 3 Advance screening of the first hour of “Downton Abbey” final season, 2 p.m., Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay St. Free. Info: 684-1200.
MONDAY. JAN. 4 Mighty Musical Monday with Kukuly and the Gypsy Fuego, noon, Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay St. Free. Info: 684-1200.
MONDAY-TUESDAY, JAN. 4-5 New Play Festival auditions for Tennessee Stage Company, 7-10 p.m. Monday and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St. No appointment necessary. Info: 546-4280.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 6 International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m.,
not the system. While we are dedicated to delivering comprehensive service to the child abuse victims and their families, our true goal is to comfort and provide understanding to the child, much like the comfort of a familiar quilt. On behalf of the Union County Children’s Center and the families we serve, we would like to thank everyone who came out to show their support and donate. The mission of the Union County Children’s Center is to reduce the traumatization of the child abuse victims and their families by facilitating a comprehensive multi-disciplinary team approach to detection, investigations, prosecution and treatment of child abuse; and prevent child abuse in our communities. We ask that when you or your business/organization is looking to make a donation, please remember us. Union County Children’s Center is located at 120 Veterans Street, Maynardville.
Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers. org; on Facebook. Jazz Lunch at the Square Room, noon-1 p.m., 4 Market Square. Featuring “Kayley Farmer sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook.” Admission: $15; includes lunch buffet. Info/tickets: knoxjazz.org.
helps reduce points for traffic offenders and teaches how to reduce risk while driving. Cost: $30 members/$35 nonmembers. Must preregister. Info/registration: Kate, 862-9254, or Stephanie, 862-9252.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8
AAA Driver Improvement Course, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., AAA Office, 100 W. Fifth Ave. Eight-hour course helps reduce points for traffic offenders and teaches how to reduce risk while driving. Cost: $40 members/$50 nonmembers. Must preregister. Info/registration: Kate, 862-9254, or Stephanie, 862-9252. 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. Roux du Bayou Cajun Dance Music, 8 p.m., Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave. Tickets: $12, some discounts available. Info/tickets: www.jubileearts.org. Saturday Stories and Songs: Faye Wooden, 11 a.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Info: 689-2681. Saturday Stories and Songs: Sarah Rysewyk, 11 a.m., Powell Branch Library, 330 W. Emory Road. Info: 947-6210.
Opening reception for “Gallery of Arts Tribute”: a juried exhibition developed to recognize local artists and honor the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 6-8 p.m., Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St. Info: 523-7543 or knoxalliance.com.
SATURDAY, JAN. 9 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. Saturday Stories and Songs: Faye Wooden, 11 a.m., Powell Branch Library, 330 W. Emory Road. Info: 947-6210. Saturday Stories and Songs: Georgi Schmitt, 11 a.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Info: 689-2681. The Tennessee Stifflegs Old-Time String Band, 8 p.m., Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave. Tickets: $14, some discounts available. Info/tickets: www.jubileearts.org.
SUNDAY, JAN. 10 Pen to Podium: SAFTA Reading Series, 3-4 p.m., Lawson McGhee Library, 500 W. Church Ave. Featuring: George David Clark and Jeni Wallace. Info: 215-8750.
TUESDAYS, JAN. 12 - FEB.16 “Reflections, Light and Magic” class, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive. Cost: KMA members $150/nonmembers $175. Materials list provided. Info/registration: knoxart.org.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 13 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.
THURSDAY, JAN. 14 AAA Driver Improvement Course, 5:30-9:30 p.m., AAA Office, 100 W. Fifth Ave. Four-hour course
SATURDAY, JAN. 16
TUESDAY, JAN. 19 Computer Workshop: Introducing the Computer, 2 p.m., East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. Preregistration required. Info/registration: 215-8700. Tribute Show honoring Dolly Parton’s 70th birthday, 7 pm., Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay St. Tickets: $25. Proceeds will benefit Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Knox County. Info/tickets: knoxbijou.com
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 20 Greensky Bluegrass with Horseshoes and Hand Grenades, 8 p.m., Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay St. Info/tickets: knoxbijou.com. 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.
WEDNESDAYS, JAN. 20, 27 “Beautiful, Vibrant Alcohol Inks” class, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive. Cost: KMA members $50/nonmembers $65. Info/registration: knoxart.org. “Mosaics Keepsake Box” class, 2-4 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive. Cost: KMA members $50/nonmembers $65. Info/registration: knoxart.org.
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