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Club Nights

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) April 25: Party Boyz DJ and dancing.

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


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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 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, thru April 26. $17-23. Call 974-5161 for tix.

Dance Showcase presented by the Knox Co. Schools Dance Dept., features dance to faculty and student choreography. April 24 & 25, 7pm. Free to public. Call 594-3792 for info.

Company A witty, sexy, Sondheim musical. At the Oak Ridge Playhouse, April 25-May 4. Call 482-9999 for info and tix.

Circle Modern Dance Local award-winning modern dance company. At Pellissippi Performing Arts Ctr., April 26, 8pm; April 27, 2 & 7pm. $12 advance, $15 door. Discounts for students and seniors. Call for info, 524-7615.

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.


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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.

Dogwood Arts Festival The biggest thing to hit K'ville. Thru April 27. Lots of events and activities, too many to list (or remember). Call for info 546-2213 or visit www.dogwoodarts.com.

Fountain City Art Guild Annual Spring Show Part of the Dogwood Arts Festival. At Commercial Bank, 5320 N. Broadway, April 12-25, during regular banking hours.

Tribute to Carson Brewer at the E. TN. Historical Society, April 18, 11:30am. Part of Dogwood Art's literary day. Call for info, 215-8826.

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 and hosted by The People's Clinic, offers free pap smears and mammograms. April 17 Call for info, 524-3926.

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

Heart of K'ville Ctr presents two career fairs at Pellissippi St. Magnolia Campus. April 17, Spring Career Expo, 11am-2pm. May 2, Summer Job Fair, 11am-3pm. Call for info, 329-3166.

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].

Bearden Village Festival includes lots of free concerts from lots of bands. April 18 & 19.

Easter Eggcitement Meet the Easter Bunny, 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, 278-3190.

Flower Fest Citywide celebration in Gatlinburg, includes demonstrations by local artists and craftsmen. Corresponding events in G-burg: Spring Wildflower Festival, April 21-27, and Rib Fest, April 24. Call 436-0500 for info.

Bike/Walk/Bus Week 2003 Fight traffic by bailing out of your car in this area-wide celebration of alternative transportation. April 21-27.

Visit www.knoxtrans.org/bikeweek for info.

IMBA Trail Building School 3-day event, lunch included.

At Haw Ridge Park in Oak Ridge, April 25-27. Call for info, 539-6155.

Fiddlers and Fiddleheads Festival Entertainment and activities fill the day, with bluegrass, country, and Gospel performances. At the Farmhouse Pavilion in Unicoi, TN, April 26, 10am-9:30pm. Call 423-743-8799 for info.

Int'l Migratory Bird Day and Nat'l Wildlife Conservation Weekend Increase bird awareness and conservation. At the K'ville Zoo, April 26 & 27, 11am-3pm.

Fifth Annual E. TN. High School All-Stars Showcase Games Best prep hoops in the area. April 27, 1pm. $5 adults, $3 kids. Call for info, 947-0417.

K'ville Comic Book Convention All sorts of collectibles. April 27, 10am-4pm, at the Cedar Bluff holiday Inn. Call Steve for info, 454-5532.

Alabama Alumni Ass'n Golf Tourney to raise money for E. TN. scholarships to UA. April 28, 1pm, at Rarity Bay in Vonore, TN. Call for info, 408-1628.

Springtime at Crescent Bend Includes the Tulip Festival, Parade of Bird Homes, Dogwood Retrospective, and ABC Bowling Memorabilia. Closed on Mondays. Events run through most of April. Call 637-3163 for info about displays and closing times.

Greenway School Open House for prospective students and their parents. May 7, 5-7pm. Call for info, 777-0197.

Free Vegetable Seed and Fertilizer for all income eligible residents of Knox Co., at various Community Action Committee Locations, thru June 30, 8:30am.-4pm. Mon-Fri. Call 546-3500 for locations and details.

Springfest Sevier Co. festival contests, crafts shows, special events, and more. Runs until June 13. Call 436-0500 for info.


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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. April 25 thru May 24: Artists-in-residence annual 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. Thru May 11: two and three-dimensional reflections of the Smoky Mountains. Thru May 11: Marilyn Turner's printmaking and George Groom's woodturning. April 29 thru May 25: Black and white, color and special effects photos by seven area photographers. Reception: May 2, 5:30-8:30pm.

Back 40 Gallery Yee-Haw Industries 413 S. Gay St.

(522-1812) Mon.-Fri. 11 am-5pm, varying Saturdays.

April 11-25: Lee Marchalonis & Bryan Baker.

May 9-23: David "Spivey" Jones and Josh Werner. Opening Reception, May 9, 6-9 pm.

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). 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 May 10: Signs and Symbols in Art, by Lisa Norris. April 24 thru 26: Braeland Studios and Droll Designs Trunk Show. Reception for both shows, April 26, 3-5pm.

Clear Vision Window Gallery (455-4ART) Always open for pedestrian viewing.

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. 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: Mixed media, photos, oils and watercolor by regional artists. Thru May 15: Art pottery by Pete Rose, Judy Brater Rose and Hugh Bailey; new mixed media artworks by Carl Gombert; giclee prints, "The Henley at Dawn" from The Bridges of Knox Co., by Rand Bradford.

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). 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).

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.

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.

Tenn. Valley Universalist Unitarian Church 2931 Kingston Pk. (983-5266) Mon.-Thurs. 9am-4pm. April 19 thru June 27: Images of Nature, photos by Clarence Berkley and Beyond the Obvious, drawing and painting by Robert Birdwell.

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.


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

Upcoming Book Discussion Groups and Events at Barnes & Noble: Third Thursday, 8pm, poetry workshop. 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 book groups,including Purely Poetry, Re-Viewing Religion, and Sci-Fi Readers. Call for info, 670-0773.

Upcoming Lectures presented by UT: April 27, 2pm, "Visualizing Violence: Memory, History, and Healing in South African Art," by Dr. Kim Miller.

Upcoming Book Discussion Groups and Signings at Borders: April 18, 7pm, Dr. Marilyn Tucker presents We Are Overweight Because We Are Starving. April 19, 1pm, M.M. Buckner signs and discusses Hyperthought. April 22, 6:30pm, Southern Lit. Book Grp. will discuss the short stories of Breece D'J Pancake. April 26, 2pm, L.W. Lewis signs and reads from Why Do Flies Eat Doggy Poop. Bring your kids. Call for info, 769-4084.

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

Book Signing Carl R. Smith signs his novel Fringe Patriots, April 24, 10-11:30am at the UT Book Store main branch, and 12:30-2pm at the UT Conference Ctr. Call 974-1054 for info.

Writer's Success Workshop Features author Tom Bird, includes three seminars. On the UT campus, April 25 & 26. $59 for the whole weekend, advance registration required. Call 974-0150 for info.

Upcoming Lecture Renowned scene designer Robert Cothran will present "Behind the Scenes: Thoughts on the Function of Stage," at Farragut Town Hall, April 27, 2pm. Call 966-7057 for info.

Conference on Southern Literature will be held by the Arts & Education Council April 24-26 in Chattanooga. Call 1-800-267-4232 or see artsedcouncil.org for info.


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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.

Knoxville Jazz Company and Angels Kickline will hold auditions at the Angela Floyd School for the Dancer. Various meetings, clinics and auditions upcoming. Call for times, dates, and other info, 675-9894.

Oak Ridge Community Orchestra seeks string players with four years experience; also seeking wind players. For info, call 483-0260.

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].

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

Court Appointed Special Advocates of the Tennessee Heartland is seeking volunteers to represent abused children in court. Training is required. For more info, call 425-0888.

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.


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

Free Music and Movement Storytime For up to 7-year-olds. At Borders, April 18, 11am or 7pm. Come as you are to the children's dept.

Complimentary Drawing Class at the Monart School of the Arts Open House, April 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 an Owl Prowl (April 19), Student Holiday Nature Camp (April 21), and Overnight Adventure Hike in Big South Fork (April 26 & 27), 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.

Ten Star All Star Basketball Camp is taking applications for its summer camp; the camp is by invitation only. Boys and girls ages 10-19 are eligible. College basketball scholarships are possible for players selected to the All-American Team. Call 704-373-0873 for info.

AJCC Summer Camp Open House discounts available at open house, 6800 Deane Hill Dr. April 27, 1-3pm. For info, visit www.jewishknoxville.org, or call 690-6343.

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

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.

Summer Camp for Babies Now accepting enrollments for birth to 18 months for an 8-week Kindermusik camp. Call Kim for details, 671-0131.

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


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

"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, watch making, peyote amulet purses, and so much more. Call 584-9100 for dates, times, and other info.

Upcoming Classes at Beadazzled Beading, wire wrap, cross making, 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.

Soul Travel Workshop At the Eckankar Ctr. of K'ville, April 22, 4-5:30pm. Free. Call 637-6469 for info.

Upcoming Workshops at Ijams Nature Ctr. Call for info, 577-4717.

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.

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.

Massage Clinic Free 15 minute chair massage to benefit Fibromyalgia Awareness with a donation of at least $5, April 18 & 19, 10am-4pm. Call for info, 588-6789.

Business Showcase Daylong event showcasing products and servicing techniques. April 24, 9am-6pm, K'ville Expo Ctr. $50 per person. Call for info or registration, 637-4550.

Upcoming Classes at the K'ville Arts and Fine Crafts Ctr. Classes include Impressionism, Weave a Cotton Scarf, and Hand Wired Jewelry. Call for more info, 523-1401.

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, 423-628-2266.

Mindbody DeStress Clinic offers classes in QiQong, the ancient Chinese system to improve health and prevent disease. April 22, 5:30pm. Call for info, 980-0137.

Raised Bed and Container Gardening Class taught by Frank T. Smith, at the UT Ag Campus, April 24, 6:30-8:30pm. $10 per person, call 977-7742.

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.

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 focus 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.


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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.

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.

OTHER

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

Nine Counties. One Vision meets April 24, 5:30-7:30pm at the K'ville Convention Ctr.

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.

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.

Rationalists of E. TN. will meet April 20, 10:30am at the Candy Factory. Call for info, 539-3006.

HAPPEN is a nonprofit corporation formed to rescue animals from shelters. If you are interested, contact Karen at 637-3666.

Walters St. Outdoors Club has lots of hiking outings planned. Next one, Old Settlers Trail, April 19. Call for info, 423-585-6949.

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.

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

973-1352 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.


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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.

Christian Songwriters in the Round Hosted by songwriter John Condrone, April 19, 7pm, at the Gift Garden and Cafe in Maryville. Call for info, 983-4680.

Christus Victor Lutheran Church 4110 Central Ave Pike.Holy Week schedule: April 17, 7pm: Maundy Thursday Service. April 18, 7pm: Good Friday Service. April 20, 8:30am, breakfast and fellowship; 10:30am: Easter Festival Service.

Easter Sunrise Service at Fort Dickerson Park, April 20, 6:45am. Breakfast follows, presented by MCC Knoxville. Other Easter week celebrations also planned. Call for info, 531-2539.

Tenn. Valley Unitarian Universalist Church Mary Lieberman, of Bridge Refugee and Sponsorship Services, will discuss the resettling of refugees in E. TN. over the past 21 years. April 20, 9:45-10:45am. For info, call Sue Vaughan at 455-0456.

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.

Yom HaShoah Annual tribute to the six million victims of the Holocaust. At Temple Beth El, April 28, 7-8:15pm. For info, call 789-4479.

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.