4620 4620 Kingston Pike. (766-0994) Boasting K'ville's best martini. 1st Monday, Knoxville Jazz Orchestra. Fridays, Donald Brown and reruns from the '70s. Saturdays, Silo Fulatang.

Club Malibu 7 2514 Martin L. King Ave. (546-7777) Dance party, Thursday, ladies free til 11pm. Friday & Saturday, everyone free til midnight. Dj Double R and Mc Denyce.

Dan's Bar & Grill 7204 Asheville Hwy. (524-9303) Wed., Fri., & Sat.: Live music.

Electric Ballroom 1213 Western Ave. (525-6724) Parties every Thursday and Tuesday. All kinds of DJs. $3.

Fairbanks Roasting Room 607 Market St. (544-3090) Sat.: various music/ dance events. 3rd Sun.: Sanctus Goth dance, 10pm.

Fiction 214 W. Jackson. (329.00FX) 18+. Fri.: DJ Paul spinning retro faves. Sat.: DJ Slink. Wed.: Wild Wednesdays w/ DJ Tommy Ill, dance contest, $250 prize. Free until 10pm.

Macleod's 501 Market St. (546-2103) Thurs., Fri. & Sat.: Karaoke night.

New City Cafe 116 S. Central (544-0100)

Prince Deli and Sports Bar 509 Lovell Rd. (777-4770)

Tonic 125 E. Jackson. (522-4656) Thurs. & Sat.: DJ Alfred, party hits. Never a cover.

La Ronde A controversial classic exploring ten lovers in their quest for intimacy. Later remade into a reality show on CBS. At the Actor's Co-op, thru April 19, shows start at 8pm. Call 909-9300 for info and tix.

The Real Inspector Hound Two prickly critics get drawn into a play, literally. At Theatre Central, thru May 3. $10, $5 for students w/IDs. Info call 936-2291.

The Laramie Project Real-life story of hate crimes and homosexuality. Not recommended for children. At the UTK Wesley Foundation, Thru April 13. $5 for adults, $3 for students. Round-table discussions follow each performance except April 10.

Crumbs from the Table of Joy A 1950s Black family deals w/ Communism, interracial marriage, religion, and other stuff. At the Clarence Brown Lab Theatre, 8pm each night, special 2pm matinee April 13. $5 donation requested. Call 974-5161 for info.

The Ransom of Emily Jane presented by Interact Children's Theatre for the Deaf, based on the O Henry play The Ransom of Red Chief. At the Palace Theater, April 26, 11am & 1pm; at Ijams Nature Ctr., April 27, 2 & 4pm. $4 per person, call 609-1646 for info.

Romeo and Juliet Haven't heard of this one, there might be something about it on the Internet. At the Clarence Brown Theatre, April 11-26. $17-23. Call 974-5161 for tix.

The Italian Girl in Algiers Rossini's uproarious opera on the battle of the sexes. At the Tennessee Theatre, April 11 and 13.

Lucia di Lammermoor Donizetti's gripping opera of love, murder, and madness. At the Bijou Theatre, April 12 and 14. For tix, call 291-3310; festival info, visit www.knoxvilleopera.com.

Made in the USA A musical revue honoring the nation's musical legacies. At the Roane St. Theater, April 24-26 & May 1-3, 7:30pm each night. $5 per person.

Rossini Street Festival All day April 12 on Gay St. Includes performances by the UT Opera Theatre.

Hams for the Hungry presented by Second Harvest Food Bank, look for donation barrels at area Krogers. Through April 13. Call 521-0000 for info.

Bunnyville Knoxville Zoo's newest exhibit. All types of Thumper's kin. Thru Sep. 1.

Knoxville Symphony Showhouse 2003 Thru April 27, 558 Stone Vista Lane. Mon. thru Sat., 10am-4pm; Sun., 1-5pm. Call 579-1699 for info.

Great Moonbuggy Race High school and college teams compete for the prize. April 11-12 at NASA's US Space and Rocket Ctr. in Huntsville, AL. Call 256-544-0034 for info.

Professional Rodeo Cowboy Ass'n Riding into K'ville for shows April 11 & 12, 8pm, at Thompson-Boling Arena. Tickets range from $12-$40. Call for info, 690-0653. Tix available at all Tickets Unlimited outlets.

Fine Crafts Marketplace Part of the Dogwood Arts Festival, April 11-13, in the Jacobs Bldg. in Chilhowee Park. $5 for adults, kids free. Call Teresa at 482-9065 for info.

Oak Ridge Goodwill Lawn and Garden Sale The first of many to come, April 11 & 12, 9am-6pm, at the Oak Ridge Goodwill retail outlet. Call 588-8567 for info.

Carnicus 2003 UT organizations in skit competitions. April 12, 6pm. For tickets, 656-4444.

Garden Safari Lots of activities, at the K'ville Zoo. April 12, 11am-3pm.

Little River Round Up Includes a morning Little River clean-up, and night time bluegrass and barbecue event. Call Kristi for info about concert or clean-up, 681-4809.

Dogwood Classic 8K Race & 5K Walk April 12, 8am, starting at Cherokee Blvd. in Sequoyah Hills. Registration starts at 6:30am. Call Carl at 482-2864 for info.

Talahi Plant Sale Part of the Dogwood Arts Festival. April 12, 9am-1:30pm, Lakeshore Park. Call Becky at 588-9621 for info.

K'ville Breakfast Rotary Club 9th Annual Wild Flower Sale Major fundraiser, choose from 48 different seedlings. April 12, 8:30am-3:30pm, at Rocky Hill Ctr.

Governor Cup Flintlock Match and Living History Weekend Celebrate K'ville's heritage. April 12-13, Marble Springs. $5 per adult, discounts available. Call 573-5508 for info.

Gyrlgroove's Spring Fling Womyn only dance, April 12, 8:30pm, at Generations Dance Studio. 18+ to enter, $7 per person. Visit www.gyrlgroove.com for info.

International Festival Discover the world and its many cultures, right here in East Tennessee. Lots of vendors and displays. April 12, 11am-5pm at the Rose Ctr. in Morristown. Call 423-581-4330 for info.

Health and Safety Fair Safety for the whole family! April 12, 1-3:30pm, at Farragut Primary School. Free. Call for info, 671-2872.

Polish Dinner in Historic Rugby Traditional Polish favorites, April 12, 5:30-8:45pm, at Harrow Road Cafe. $16.95 per person, call 628-2441 for info.

Warbird Weekend Warbird Aircraft will visit the TN Museum of Aviation in Sevierville. April 12-13. Call Bob for info, 908-0171, ext. 24 for info.

Easter Bunny Pictures Fundraiser for the Sharps Chapel Volunteer Fire Dept. April 12, 12-2pm, at the fire house. Call Peggy at 278-3991 for info.

Kids Easter Egg Hunt Call Doug at 588-7465 for info. Sponsored by B97.5, benefits Children's Hospital. April 13, 2-4pm.

Tech Talk and Coffee Session Presented by the E. TN Tech. Council. Features mayoral candidate Bill Haslam, April 16, 8-9:30am, at Digital Crossing. RSVP by April 14. Call 220-2020 for info (including other programs scheduled) or to RSVP.

Performance by the Bearden HS Singers & Dancers Bring a lawn chair, all are invited. April 16, 12:30pm, at Maloney Rd. Park. For info call Randy Webb, 983-6367.

UT Potters Mothers Day Sale Buy Mom a functional or sculptural piece. Or don't, but buy her something. Call 541-8441 for info. April 16 & 17, 9am-6pm, Art& Architecture Bldg.

Women's Health Day Sponsored by The People's Clinic, offers free pap smears and mammograms. Call for info, 524-3926.

Africa Day on Market Square part of the Dogwood Arts Festival and UT's Africa Semester. April 17.

Five-Minute Dating Club meets April l7, 7-9 p.m. Singles ages 35-55 date 7 to 9 individuals in one hour; must pre-register to join; call 865 470 0934 to register or e mail [email protected].

Easter Eggcitement Meet the Easter Bunny and search for eggs, at the K'ville Zoo, April 19, 10am-2pm.

Easter Egg Hunt Sponsored by the Sharps Chapel Community Park. April 19, noon. Call Helen for info, 2780-3190.

American Museum of Science and Energy 300 South Tulane Ave, Oak Ridge (576-3200) Tues.-Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun. 1-5pm. $2-3. Thru May 4: Robot Zoo.

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg (436-5860) Mon.-Sat. 8:30am-4:30pm. Thru May 24: Under the Influence: Faculty and Student Book Arts. Thru April 19: Spring Faculty Invitational Exhibition.

Art and Antiques Gallery Green Victorian House at the World's Fair Park (525-7619) Mon.-Sat. 11am-4pm, Sun. 1-4. Thru April 31: Watercolors by the late Martha Wright.

Art Market Gallery Candy Factory, 4th fl., World's Fair Park. (525-5265) Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm. Thru April 27: The Best of the Art Market. April 15-May 11: two and three-dimensional reflections of the Smoky Mountains. April 15-May 11: Marilyn Turner's printmaking and George Groom's woodturning.

Back Room Gallery Walnut Bldg., 420 W. Church Ave. (522-8484) Mon.-Fri. 10am-4pm or by appointment. Ongoing: Clay sculpture and pottery by Kelly Barrett and Trent Berning.

Belleza Salon and Spa 6209 Kingston Pk. (558-8424). April 1 thru May 31: Lady in Waiting, figure paintings by Debby Hagar, Richard Hayes, Emily Spence, and Robin Surber.

Bennett Galleries 5308 Kingston Pk. (584-6791). Mon-Thurs: 10am-6pm, Fri-Sat: 10am-5:30pm. Thru April 12: Side-by-Side Show: Underprivileged scholarship students and their artist mentors exhibit their works. April 17 thru May 10: Signs and Symbols in Art, by Lisa Norris. April 24 thru 26: Braeland Studios and Droll Designs Trunk Show.

Clear Vision Window Gallery (455-4ART) Always open for pedestrian viewing. Thru April 16: Engaging Peace, by Mona Shiber de Kay.

East Tennessee Historical Society Museum 600 Market St. (215-8830) Mon.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 1-5pm. Ongoing exhibit: The East Tennesseans.

Ewing Gallery of Art and Architecture 1715 Volunteer Blvd., University of Tennessee (974-3200) Mon. 8:30am-8pm, Tues.-Fri. 8:30am-5pm, Sun. 1-4pm. Thru April 16: Art Buffet, UT's annual student art competition. April 19 thru 24: MFA Thesis Show. Reception, April 19, 6-9pm.

Gallery 133A 133A S. Gay Street (637-3223) Call for hours.

Hanson Gallery 5607 Kingston Pike (584-6097) Mon.-Fri. 10am-5:30pm, Sat. 1-5pm. Thru May 13: historical architectural paintings from local artist Joe Parrott.

Susan Key Galleries 29 Market Square. (522-3999) Mon.-Fri. 11am-5pm. Thru Apr. 30: Multimedia, photos, oils and watercolor by regional artists.

Knoxville Museum of Art 1050 World's Fair Park Dr. (525-6101) Tues.-Thurs.:10am-5pm; Fri. 10am-9pm; Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. noon-5pm. $5, youth 17 and under free. Permanent Exhibit: Martin Luther King, Jr. (etching by John Wilson). Extended thru May 26: Richard Jolley: Sculptor of Glass. Thru Apr. 27: A Century of Progress: Twentieth Century Painting in Tennessee. Thru May 4: Works on Paper from the KMA Collection (Trees). Thru April 11: Exhibition by A1LabArts, the artist group for "multi-disciplinary and experimental exploration of contemporary art issues in all media."

Knoxville Area Chamber Partnership 601 W. Summit Hill Dr., 3rd floor, Chapel Room (523-7543) Mon.-Fri., 9am-4pm.

Maryville College Fine Arts Center Art Gallery Maryville College campus Mon.-Fri., 9am-4pm. Thru May 9: Senior art show, Three's Company.

Frank H. McClung Museum 1327 Circle Park, University of Tennessee (974-2144) Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm. Permanent Exhibit: Geology & the Fossil History of Tenn. Thru May 18: The World Moves—We Follow: Celebrating African Art.

Mother Earth Oils & Herbs 119 S. Central St., in the Old City. (637-2800) Tues.-Wed. 2-9pm, Thurs.-Fri. 2-10pm, Sat. 12-10pm. Thru April 30: Pottery by Karen Briggs and Moon Garden Herbal Creations by Brandi & Jannette.

Nomad 31 Market Square (522-9594) Tues.-Fri.: 11:30am-5pm and by appointment. Closed thru April 28 for a buying trip.

Old City Java 109 S. Central. (523-9817) Sun.-Thurs. 8am-11pm, Fri.-Sat. 8am.-12am. Thru April 15: prints by Robert Giese.

Rodman Townsend Gallery Candy Factory, 7th fl. (523-7543) Mon.-Sat. 9am-10pm, Sun. 1-6pm. Thru April 30: Fountain City Art Guild exhibition; all 2-D mediums, in traditional style of landscapes, portraits and still life.

Smoky Mountain Glassmasters' Group 404 Eleventh St., peach Victorian house. (633-5122) Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm; Sat. 10am-1pm. Ongoing: Stained glass art featuring fused glass art by Patricia Mortenson.

The South Knoxville Heritage Center Old Candoro Marble Co. in Vestal (577-0078, 579-1315). First annual one-ton show. Professional artists of varied backgrounds transfer their vision into stone. Opening Reception April 26, 2pm. (Two works will be placed onsite April 10, 10am.)

Tenn. Valley Universalist Unitarian Church 2931 Kingston Pk. (983-5266) Mon.-Thurs. 9am-4pm.

Tomato Head Market Square (637-4067, 632-3113, 525-4671, 789-5530) Mon. 11am-3pm; Tues.-Thurs. 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat. 11am-11pm; Sun., 11am-10pm. Thru May 3: figurative works by Chris McAdoo.

University of Tenn. College of Law Cumberland Ave. (974-9252) Call for hours. Thru July: Images of Human Rights Portfolio (art from South Africa).

Upstairs Gallery Oak Ridge Mall near Proffitts. (483-2001) Mon.-Sat.: 10am-8pm. Thru April 30: Erline McKay (ceramics) and Gay Bryant.

Walters State Community College Art Gallery in library, Morristown. (587-3087) Mon.-Thurs. 8am-8:30pm, Fri. 8am-4:30pm, Sat. 9am-1pm, Sun. 1:30-5:30pm.

Regular Poetry Open Mics: Fridays, 6pm at the Candy Factory; Wednesdays, 9pm at 11th St. Coffee House; For more info email [email protected].

Tennessee Reads! A volunteer effort to promote literacy and libraries, thru April 12, w/ many notable local volunteers. Call Tom Post for events and activities, 974-5466.

Upcoming Book Discussion Groups and Events at Barnes & Noble: Third Thursday, 8pm, poetry workshop. April 13, 2pm, members of Clarence Brown Theatre will discuss Romeo and Juliet. April 19, 2pm, Dr. Marilyn Kallett, George Scarborough, and Jeff Daniel Marion will read and sign their work. April 19, 7pm, Dr. Gregg Steinberg of Austin Peay will sign and discuss his new book, Mental Rules for Golf. Also several book groups, call for info, 670-0773.

Book Signing Local author Catherine Landis will sign Some Days There's Pie at the UT Book Store, Henley St. April 10, 12-2pm. Call 974-1054 for info.

Book Signing Local author and photographer Patrick Murphy-Racey will sign copies of Run Through the T at B.Dalton Bookseller, West Town Mall, April 10, 6-8pm. Call for info, 693-7300.

Upcoming Lectures presented by UT: "A Night of Social Responsibility, Radical Business Philosophy, and Free Ice Cream," by Jerry Greenfield (Ben & Jerry's founder), April 10, 7:30pm, University Ctr. Auditorium. Call 216-1410 for info. "Another Look at Le Corbusier," by Stanislaus Von Moos, April 11, 5:30pm, Art & Architecture Bldg. Call 974-3283 for info. "King Lewanika and the Invention of Lozi Style," by Dr. Karen Milbourne, April 13, 2pm, McClung Auditorium. Call 974-2411 for info. "Telling it from Tennessee," w/ John Egerton and Brian Griffin, April 14, 7pm, Hodges Library Auditorium. Call 974-8693 for info. "The Uses of History," by Howard Zin, April 15, 7:30pm, University Ctr. Auditorium. Call 216-1410 for info.

Book Signing Best-seller Ted Andrews will sign Animal Speak, April 11, 7-8pm, Back Door Store, Herbs and More, in Oak Ridge. Call 483-4400 for info.

Upcoming Book Discussion Groups and Signings at Borders: April 11, 7pm: Shannon M. Grier signs and discusses The Gate. April 18, 7pm, Dr. Marilyn Tucker presents We Are Overweight Because We Are Starving. April 19, 1pm, M.M. Buckner signs and discusses Hyperthought. Call for info, 769-4084.

Africa Semester Int'l Literary Colloquy a book discussion series, meets at West K'ville Branch Library, April 22, 6:30-7:45pm. Free, open to all. Call for info, 974-4676.

AUDITIONS

An Arts Collective is forming for poets, painters, performers, potters and others in a 4,500 square foot facility one block off Norris Lake. Will offer workshops, classes, readings, studios, retreats, etc. If interested, call (423) 626-0692 (for Lee) or 865-541-5697 (for Nikki).

Knoxville Arts and Cultural Alliance is gathering material of all kinds for its "Uniquely Knoxville Program." Submissions can be delivered to Lisa Zenni at the Candy Factory, 7th Floor.

OTHER

Jam For Cans needs Musicians Jam For Cans 2003 is an all-day music festival on August 16 on Market Square. All genres needed to perform. Deadline is April 30, send info to Mytis Welby Music ATTN: Jam For Cans 2003 502 Lindy Dr. Knoxville, TN 37920. Questions, email [email protected].

Vestal Vendors Wanted! for South Knoxville's Art and Heritage Festival—The Vestival. Call Terrin at 455-2625.

Crafters/Artists Invited to Apply for Historic Rugby Festival Booths available for arts and crafts sale and display. Festival is May 17-18, call 423-628-2441 for application info.

Pokadoodle's Children' Art Classes At Smart Toys and Books. New classes begin every six weeks. Call 300-7969 for info.

Complimentary Drawing Class at the Monart School of the Arts Open House, April 12 & 26, ages 4-8, 10-11am; ages 8-12, 11:30am-1pm. Call Sara at 531-7611 for info or pre-registration (required).

Third Annual Visual and Performing Arts Camp for Children is now taking applications. Camp will be June 9-20, applications must be received by April 30. Call Tom Cato at 912-927-5325 for info.

Ijams Nature Center offers several kids workshops throughout the month of April, including Colors in Nature, Brownies Try-it Workshop, and Webelos Badge Workshop, among others. Call 577-4717 ext. 11 for info and registration.

Preschool Creative Movement and Pre Ballet Classes At the K'ville Arts and Fine Crafts Ctr., Candy Factory 2nd Flr. Pre Ballet classes thru May 6, 3:45-4:30pm. $40 per person. For info and registration call 523-1401.

Acting Classes at the Bijou Theatre, for ages 5-17. Thru May 17, Saturdays, 10am.-1:30pm. $150 per child, call for info or registration, 523-4211.

MVP Basketball Academy Camp is April 12-May 10, at Maryville College. Boys and girls 8-17 years old are invited to intend, $40 per child. Call 513-403-3489 for info.

Registration for Crossroads Christian Co-op School is now open. Tours available for interested parents. Call Deborah at 966-1354 for info.

Cherokee Heritage Days a unique event for children, to be held at Sequoyah Birthplace Museum, Vonore, TN, April 11-12. Call 573-5439 for info.

Tennessee Lady Volunteer Rowing Camp for girls 13-18 will be held June 20-25. For more info call 974-8471 or see utladyvols.com.

Piano Lessons from a certified, experienced teacher. Call 584-2800 for info.

The Pottery School offers classes for pre-teens to young adults Thursdays, 4:30-7:30pm. Also Summer Camp Pottery Classes in June-July for ages 8-18. Call Valerie Eiler, 691-7211.

Tales for Tots is offered Wednesdays, 10am at Barnes & Noble (ages birth-5). Also, storytime is Saturdays at 11am.

Learn to Row! Lessons start April 26. Call 633-9214 or visit knoxrowing.com.

Various "Self Help," Study Smart" and "Timely Topics" Classes will be taught at Pellissippi State Community College. Call 694-6556 or 694-6405 for information and reservations. All sessions in the Student Development Center (Goins 123) of the Pellissippi Campus on Hardin Valley Road.

Bridge Lessons Thru April 29 at Knoxville Bridge Center, Deane Hill Dr. Call 694-0222 for info.

Upcoming Classes at Lilly's Bead Box Lampworking, Beginning Bracelet and Earring, Wire Bending, Peyote Amulet Purses, and so much more. Call 584-9100 for dates, times, and other info.

Upcoming Classes at Beadazzled Now introducing our new charm bracelet and hemp weaving classes. New beaded cross pendant and beaded bangle class. Beading, wire wrap, and wire bending classes also available. Thurs. 6-8pm. $15-$20 per person. Visit the store to reserve a spot, or call 237-5149.

American Red Cross offers classes in CPR and first aid. Call for times, location, and other info, 584-2999.

Hand-woven Reed Easter Basket Class in Historic Rugby, April 12, 10am-5pm. $28 per person. Call for info, 423-628-2441.

Dreams Workshop At the Eckankar Ctr. of K'ville, April 13, 4-5:30pm. Free. Call 637-6469 for info.

Upcoming Workshops at Ijams Nature Ctr. Living clean and green workshop-Frogs: Environmental Warning Signs. Free workshop, April 12, 7pm. Call for info, 577-4717.

Gardening Workshop All sorts of essential gardening topics covered in day-long workshop. At the Full Circle Farm in Rockford, April 12, 10am-3pm with lunch break. $10 per person. Call for info and registration, 981-3949.

Musical Theatre and Acting Workshop New adult class presented by Farragut Performing Arts, Thru May 31, meets Tuesday evenings, 7:30-8:30pm. Taught by Christine Wawzyniak, call for info, 966-0366.

Writing Workshop With Ted Andrews and Animal Speak. At the Back Door Store, Herbs and More, April 12, 2-5pm. $80 per person. For reservations call 483-4400.

How to Become an Educated Caregiver Presented by the Minority Applicant Pool System, explores important aspects of caregiving. This free workshop is April 12, 9am-noon, register at 8:30am. Call for info, 329-0097.

Advanced Scene Study Class April 14-May 21, Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm. Taught by David Brian Alley, $180 per person. Call 909-9300 to enroll.

Lean and Agile Factory Simulation Modeling Workshop presented by the E. TN. APICS, for resource management professionals. At the UT Conference Ctr., April 17, 8am. All day event is $195 per person. Call for info, 241-3684.

Cumberland Wildflower Extravaganza Taught by Jack Carman, Bob Brown and Mack Pritchard, includes 2-4 miles of hiking. At Historic Rugby, April 19 & 20, 9am. $25 per person. Call for info

Pre-Marital Training Seminar meets state requirements for marriage fee waiver, and includes interactive training. Focuses on communication. At Cokesbury United Methodist Church, April 26, 9am-1pm. Call to register, 693-0353.

Gokor Chivichyan Submission Grappling Seminar held at Xtreme Karate, April 26 & 27. Registration deadline is April 12. Call Mat for info, 609-8852.

Acting Classes At Bijou Theater Center, April 15-May 20, Tuesdays 6-8pm. $150 per person. For info, call Leigh, 523-4211.

Beginning Tai Chi class offered weekly, Saturdays, 9-10:30am, Tenn. Valley Unitarian-Universalist Church. New beginner classes start in March. Classes also available in Oak Ridge and Morristown. For more info visit www.ttcs.org or call 577-1665 or 482-7761.

Beginning Tai Chi class offered Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm, at the Taoist Tai Chi Ctr. in Oak Ridge. For more info visit www.ttcs.org or call 577-1665 or 482-7761.

Tai Chi Classes from Master Richard Clear at the Mind Body DeStress Clinic in Maryville. Call 980-0137 to register.

Belly Dance Classes will be taught by Alexia Smith Tuesdays, 8pm at the First Care Medical Center. Call 577-0070 for more info.

Learn to Ballroom and Latin Dance Rumba, Cha Cha, Swing, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, and Salsa the night away. No partner necessary. Call Renee, 548-1547, for more info.

The Pottery School offers throwing and hand building classes for adults and other classes for pre-teens to young adults. For information call Valerie Eiler, 691-7211.

Community Craft Ctr offers weaving, pottery and craft classes beginning regularly. Call for info 494-5894.

Meditation Classes w/ Dr. Vidya Anderson at the Sheltered Well. Call 591-2159 for info and registration.

Kundalini Yoga and Meditation (the yoga of higher consciousness) Elevate your spirit at Laurel School. 16th and Laurel, Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30pm. Tuesdays at the Unitarian Church, Illinois Ave. and Robertsville Rd., Oak Ridge, 6:30pm; By donation. Bring a blanket. 524-1091 for info.

Hatha Yoga w/ Prasad Hutter Classes start April 8. 8-wk. focuses on relaxation, energy and decreasing stress while increasing flexibility, focus, and strength. Call 300-8125 for info.

Hatha Yoga Classes Mondays, 7pm, at St. James Episcopal Church on Broadway. $8 per class, all levels welcome. Call Annalee for info, 521-6391.

Knoxville Area Career Ctr, 3929 Western Ave., offers classes on topics such as "Remodeling Your Resume" and "Crafting a Successful Cover Letter" throughout the month. Free, registration required. 522-8322 for more info.

The Glass Bazaar at 5201 Kingston Pk. offers several cooking classes each week. Costs range from $20-$45 per class. Chefs from many local restaurants are instructors. 584-9072 for info.

Tennessee Small Business Development Center in Oak Ridge offers free weekly pre-business planning workshops Tuesdays, 10am-12pm at 1020 Commerce Park Drive. Free individual business counseling also available. For more info call 483-2668 or 220-2020, or email [email protected].

Modern Dance and Improvisation with Circle Modern Dance meets Sundays at the Candy Factory, 7th fl: open level modern technique at 3:30pm and dance improv at 5:30pm. All levels welcome; classes $5 each. For more info call 524-7615.

Smoky Mtn. Glassmasters' Group offers classes in beginning to advanced stained glass art techniques. New classes offered each month. Call 633-5122 for schedule and pricing info. Located near World's Fair Park at 404 11th St.

HEALTH & WELL BEING

Support Group for Families of Military Personnel At the Cokesbury United Methodist Church, Tuesdays, 7pm. Call for info, 693-0353.

Knoxville Mothers Center promotes empathy, fosters friendships, and encourages growth. Every Monday, 9:30-11:30am at Fountain City United Methodist Church. Spring registration in progress. Visit website at www.korrnet.org/kmc for info.

Women's Group focusing on coping w/ HIV. Sponsored by Ft. Sanders Med. Ctr. and Hope Ctr. Call 541-3767 for info.

Adult Children of Alcoholics a 12-step program to recover from dysfunctional homes, meets Tuesdays at Park 40 Club, and Thursdays at Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan. Call 531-4846 for info.

Bridges Support Group for people dealing w/ psychiatric symptoms, meets 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at Cherry Cottage. Call 584-3638 or 692-2682 for info.

East Tennessee Psoriasis Support Group will have guest speaker Dr. Lawrence Busahkell speaking on the basics of psoriasis April 10, 7pm. Call for info, 363-4873.

Nature Spirit Community meets alternating Saturdays. Potlucks follow, please bring your favorite dish. April 12, a ritual for Earth Renewal in honor of Earth Day. Meetings start at 5:30pm. 637-3363 or [email protected] for meeting, location details.

Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step support group for those who overeat, binge, purge, or starve. Meetings are held Saturdays at 9:30am at Second Presbyterian Church, 829 Kingston Pike, Room 229. 671-8871 for more info.

Narcotics Anonymous a 12-step program, meets every Mon., Tues., Thurs., 7pm, Fifth Ave. Baptist Church. Call 406-2220 for info.

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Knoxville offers free monthly support groups (no registration required) and educational courses for families/friends of mentally ill persons. New classes start in late April. Ask about our Journey of Hope and Visions for Tomorrow. Call to inquire and to register, 602-7807.

The Wellness Community provides psychological and social support services for cancer patients and their families at no charge, in addition to a myriad of other good health classes. Most meetings and classes at 1844 Terrace Ave; also in Oak Ridge. For more info call 546-4661.

Crohns and Colitis Support Group For patients and families w/ IBD. Call for info, 541-4924.

New Heart Society, a support group for pre- and post op. organ recipients, meets the last Tuesday of every month, 6:30pm at Barnhills Buffet, Kingston Pike. For more info call 992-6597.

Greater Knoxville PFLAG meets the fourth Thursday of every month at TVUUC, 2931 Kingston Pike, 7pm. For more info see korrnet.org/knxpflag or call 531-2539, 7-11pm.

American Cancer Society offers many support groups in Knox, Blount, Anderson and Sevier Cos. inc. CancerNET, Man to Man, Nu-VOICE Club, and Look Good...Feel Better. For more info call 1-800-ACS-2345; Blount residents, call 977-5534; Anderson Man-to-Man, call 457-1649.

E. TN. Victims' Rights Task Force meets in the Shamrock Rm., St. Mary's Med. Ctr., fourth Thurs., 6pm. Call 215-3877 for info.

Hepatitis C Support Group a support group for patients, family, and friends, meets first Thursdays, UT Med. Ctr., 6:30pm. Call Mark at 577-4535 for info.

OTHER

League of Women Voters hosts a forum on long-term care, April 15, 11:45am, Church St. United Methodist Church. Reserve by April 8, get a box lunch. Call for info, 546-3198, or email [email protected].

Community Supported Agriculture in conjunction with Grainger Co. Organics, provides Knoxville w/ fresh, local, organic produce. April 10, 7:30pm, 11th St. Expresso House.

E. TN. Georgia Bulldog Club will meet for dinner and then attend the UT-UGA baseball game, April 11, 7pm. Call for info, 588-6056.

Democratic Part of K'ville is holding a reorganization meeting and electing a new chairman, April 12, 10am, at Bearden Middle School. For info, call Wade Till at 947-1726.

Smoky Mountain Storytelling Ass'n meets April 13, 2pm, Candy Factory, 7th Flr.

Rationalists of E. TN will hold a philosophy roundtable, April 13, 10:30am, at the Candy Factory. Call for info, 539-3006.

UT Philosophy Club presents Dr. Bob Fullinwider, "Variety is the Spice of Life: What Multicultural Education Says," April 11, 3:30-5pm, Rm. 1210 McClung Tower. Reception to follow.

Tennessee Artists Ass'n features metal sculptor Charles Kirkland, April 15, 7pm, at Westminster Pres. Church. Call for info, 693-4292.

Computer Graphics Special Interest Group meets April 22, Claxton Rm. 206 on UT campus. 5-7pm. Door prizes included.

Amnesty Int'l meets April 13, 1:30pm, at the Church of the Good Samaritan. Call 310-0707 for info.

Knox Co. Beekeepers Ass'n meets April 12, 10am, at The Fruit and Berry Patch in Halls Crossroads. Free to all. Call 525-6008 for info.

Youth Liberation Front 'Zine Magazine meets Thursdays, 6-9pm, Old City Java. For info, contact [email protected].

DVD Recording and Audio Enthusiasts Group meets second Tuesdays, 7-9pm. For location and info, call John, 680-1137.

Peace Rally Every Saturday, Kingston Pk. and Morrell Rd. Bring your own sign. Call 470-2638 for info.

Great Smoky Mountain Chapter of the Ass'n of Fundraising Professionals AFP meetings will now take place at the Faculty Club on the University of Tennessee Campus on the first Wednesday of the month.�Meetings are scheduled in May, July, September, and November of 2003. For information about joining or attending a luncheon, contact Susan Contente at 541-6688, extension 1236

Vegetarian Society of E. TN meets the first Sunday of each mo. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 2931 Kingston Pike, 6pm for cooking. Call 689-2446 for info.

American Business Women's Ass'n Express Network meets every second Wednesday of the month. 966-8205 for more info.

Associated Construction of Women meets on the second Thursday of each month at Gettysvue Country Club. Call 945-2518 for info.

City People An ass'n of residents and friends of the center city. Regular events and benefits. Call 637-1111 for info.

Colonial Village Neighborhood Ass'n. meets second Thurs. of every month, 7pm, at the South Knoxville Church of God. April 10, guest speaker Bill Haslam.

Optimist Club of West K'ville will host a lawnmower safety clinic, April 15, 9:30am-noon, at Mayor Bob Leonard Park. Free to all. Call 966-4096 for info.

Knoxville Musicians Ass'n meets Thursdays, North K'ville Rec. Ctr, 3109 Ocoee Trail, 6:30-8:30pm. Includes music for dancing. For info, call 524-1897.

Young Exec. Committee holds an executive mixer at Club LeConte, the second Thurs. of each month. Call 523-0405 for info.

Film Discussion Group: 3rd Wednesday of each month, 7pm in the Cafe at Borders. Info: http://www.geocities.com/knoxfilmforum.

SANP (Sharing the Awareness of Nature thru Photography) holds monthly meetings at First Methodist Church, 3316 Kingston Pike. For more info call Ron McConathy, 376-3976, or see www.sanp.net.

5-Minute Dating Service for adults 35-55 meets Thursdays, 7pm. Spend five minutes with a number of dates each evening. Call for info, 470-0934.

National Scrabble Ass'n Club 553 meets Wednesdays 6-10:30pm at Books A Million. Contact [email protected], [email protected] or 539-1539 for info.

Knoxville Scrabble Club meets Tuesdays, 6pm, at Borders Books. For more info call Martha Woodward, 470-0934.

Knox2600, a group for anyone interested in technology, meets the first Friday of each month at Borders Cafe, 5-8pm. For more info email [email protected].

Knox Area Speculative Fiction Ass'n. Call Ziggy at 523-3193 for info.

Knox Disc Golf Club, a group of recreational, pro and amateur players, holds weekly and monthly tournaments and special events. For more info call 97301352 or see kdgc.freeservers.com, or email [email protected]

Lambda Student Union, a GLBTQ and straight organization, provides support and holds political, social and entertainment events during the semester. Email [email protected] or call Nic, 673-9666, for more info.

Spectrum Cafe a safe harbor and social gathering place for GLBT and questioning high school youth. Every first and third Saturday, 7-10:30pm, TN Valley Unitarian Universalist Church/ Call David for info, 250-3288.

Lesbian Social Group Network has monthly meetings for closeted/ professional women, weekly meetings for out women. For more info call 531-7788 or see www.LesbianSocialGroup.com.

USA Tennis League is forming teams now, for levels from 2.5 (beginner) to 5.0 (advanced). League dates are Mar. 22-June 3. Call Cheryl Thompson, 688-1070 or [email protected].

Dogwood Prayer Breakfast April 11, 7:15am at the Tennessee Theatre. Tix are $10, includes musical performance and a box lunch. Call 523-2916 for info.

Noonday Handbell Recital featuring the St. John's Cathedral Bellringers, April 14, 12:05-12:30pm, at St. John's. Free to all.

33 AD An Easter Perspective in narrative and song. Written and performed by Dale Lund. April 18 at New City Cafe, 8pm. Call 544-0100 for info.

K'ville Inner City Churches United for People will hold a Good Friday Mass, April 18, 12-3pm, and an Easter sunrise service, 7am, at St. John's Cathedral. Call Thea with questions, 922-8555.

Easter Sunrise Service at Lakeshore Mental Health Institute, April 20, 7am. All NAMI staff, family and friends are invited. Call Rose Ann for info, 584-1561 ext 7351 for info.

Losel Shedrup Ling Tibetan Buddhist Ctr. of K'ville is holding various retreats and workshops, second Saturdays through July, 9am. $25 per person. Call Traci for subject matter and info, 382-1585.

Messianic Jewish Congregation meets at Knoxville Christian Ctr, Saturdays, 10:30am. Call 769-5455 for info.

H.E.R.E. Ministries presents the non-denominational eXperience, at Ebenezer United Methodist Church, Sundays, 5pm. Call 691-8330 for info.

He Is Ministries Ministering to the GLBT Community. 3707 N. Broadway. Call for info, 688-5276.

Universal Interfaith Church in West Knoxville is a new gay-affirming interfaith church. 936-1619 for more info.