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.

Amnesia 5006 Clinton Hwy. (686-46-10) Tues: Improv/karaoke w/DJ Slim.

Bugalug's Tazewell (423-626-5906) Sat: Karaoke w/Monster Entertainment.

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.

Corner Lounge 842 N. Central (544-1111) Thurs-Sat.: Live Music.

Coyote Joe's 5640 Clinton Hwy (689-9722) Fri.: Karaoke contest w/cash prizes.

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.

The Game Room 3800 Sutherland Ave. Wed.: Karaoke w/Monster Entertainment. Free.

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

Prince Deli and Sports Bar 509 Lovell Rd. (777-4770) April 25: Party Boyz DJ and dancing.

Rita Market & Grill 6232 Washington Pike (689-0400 after 4pm) Wed: Dale Buckner Karaoke show. 6pm. Free.

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

West Haven Sports Bar & Grill 2906 Sanderson Rd. (544-1992). Fri.:Karaoke w/ Monster Entertainment. No cover.

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.

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

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

Trestle At Pope Lick Creek A Depression-era tale of a young woman's train-racing hobby, and the friendship that ensues. At the Actors

Co-op, May 1 thru 17. $12/$8 for students. Call for info, 523-0900.

Art Moves UT Dance Company's site-specific collaborative dance performance, presented within a museum tour. At KMA, May 2, 7pm & May 4, 2pm. $5 per adult. Call 973-1497 for info.

You're a Good Man Charlie Brown Check out the Peanuts gang. Presented by Farragut Performing Arts Theatre, at Studio Theatre, May 2-4, May 9-10. $10 per adult, $8 for kids. Call for info, 966-0366.

The Best of Broadway Presented by the

Oak Ridge Children's Showchoir. May 3, 8pm & May 4, 3pm. Tix are $4-$6. Call for info, 483-3659.

Trevor's Bijou Farewell Bid adieu to the conductor with KSO's Chamber Classics, featuring Violinist Ilya Walker performing Paganni. At the Bijou Theatre, May 3, 8pm & May 4, 3pm. $16.50-$23.50.

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

Townsend in the Smokies Spring Festival A showcase of Smoky Mountain Heritage and Culture. May 2-3, at the Townsend Visitors Center. Call for info, 448-6134.

Society for Military History holds annual meeting with theme of The Military and Society during Domestic Crisis. At the Hilton, May 1-4. Lots of speakers and activities. Call for info, 974-0128.

Rummage Sale With Gospel singing for entertainment. At the Bonview Baptist Church (Baxter), May 3, day-long event. Call for info, 521-6625.

Rummage Sale May 3-4, 8am-4pm, rain or shine. Central Baptist Church gym, 6300 Deane Hill Dr. (corner of Kingston Pike). Furniture, appliances, more. Proceeds benefit Sonlight Puppeteer Summer Mission Trip.

Communications Graphics Technology Display At Pellissippi St., Goins Student Lounge, Hardin Valley Rd., May 1, 4-8pm. Event is free and open to all, call 694-6750 for info.

Town Meeting to discuss ex-offender reentry assistance. At Eternal Life's Harvest Ctr., May 1, 7pm. Call for info, 521-9869.

Summer Job Fair Employers include Office Depot, Dollywood, Just For Feet, AmeriCorps and others. May 2, 11am-3pm, at the Heart of K'ville Ctr. at Pellissippi St. Magnolia Campus. Event is free and open to all. Call 329-3166 for info.

Children's Hospital Baseball Tournament Includes a raffle and games for all age groups. In memory of Nancy Elizabeth Hayes. May 2-4, at the Holston Chilhowee Ballpark. Different price rates for teams of every age group. Call Lenny Hayes for info, 382-1133.

Artique Benefit Antique sale and fine art auction to benefit Pellissippi St. Foundation. May 2, 6:30-10pm, at Green Meadow Country Club (Alcoa). Tickets are $50 per person. Call for info, 694-6528.

Art in the Gardens Opening Reception Presented by the UT School of Art and Institute of Agriculture. At the UT Gardens, May 2, 5-7pm. Free and open to all. Call for info, 974-3225.

Arts & Eats Auction Benefit for Planned Parenthood of Middle and E. TN. At Rothchild Catering, May 2, 7-10pm. $35 per person. Call for info, 660-0690.

Music & FUNdraising Supporting the Madeline Rogero for Mayor Campaign. Featuring Hector Qirko, R.B. Morris Band, and many others. At the Holston Hills Country Club, May 2, 7-10pm. $25 per person.

2003 Mountain Laurel Conference Sponsored by the Smoky Mountain Romance Writers, includes speakers Pamela Morsi and Karen Hawkins. Workshops will be offered. May 2-4, Radisson Hotel (Summit Hill Dr.). $135 per person, includes admission to all workshops and meals. Reserve at 1-800-333-3333.

Glenmore Garden Market A variety of plants for sale. May 3, 9am-2pm at the Glenmore Mansion. Call Sharon Redden for info, 932-4193.

Breakfast For the Children Benefits E. TN. Children's Hospital. At the K'ville Marriot, May 3, 9:30am. $7 per person. Call for info, 541-8276. Tix available at area BiLos.

Clay Zava Visits K'ville Internationally acclaimed gem cutter displays his own work at GemStone Designs Jewelry, May 3, 10am-6pm. For info, call William Patty at 531-2928.

Ride for Sertoma Ctr. Benefit motorcycle ride sponsored by the Blood Brothers. Leaves from Biker Rags, May 3, 11am, with a final destination of Colboch in Morristown. Call for info, 524-5555 ext. 247.

Spring Tea and Fashion Show At St. Thomas's Episcopal Church, May 3, 2-4pm. Donations of $10 expected. Call 687-4936 for info.

Bird Fair Large selection of exotic birds and supplies. May 3 & 4, 9am-5pm, at the Knoxville Expo Ctr. $3 entrance fee. Call for info, 522-4054, or email [email protected].

Rabies Vaccination Clinic Keep your pets from becoming rabid. At various K'ville schools, May 3 & 10, 2-4pm. Call for locations, 215-5200.

Israelfest 55th Anniversary of Israel's Independence, includes something for everyone sponsored by K'ville Jewish Alliance. May 4, noon-5pm, at the Arnstein Jewish Community Ctr. Call for info, 789-4479.

E. TN. Hosta Society Plant Sale Includes a 1pm lecture. At the UT gardens, May 4, 12-4pm. Call for info, 522-8031.

UT Arboretum Society Plant Sale At the UT Arboretum and Forestry Station in Oak Ridge, May 3, 9am-3pm & May 4, 12-4pm. Email for info, [email protected].

K'ville Heritage Markers Dedication Ceremony Guest speaker Mayor Victor Ashe. At Blount Mansion, May 5, noon. Kicks off Knox Heritage Week, May 5 thru 12. Visit www.knoxheritage.com for info.

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

Waterford Crystal Signing with master craftsman Sean Rea, May 7, noon-4pm, at Karen's Jewelers (Oak Ridge). Call for info, 483-4644.

Knoxville@Night Benefit for Jonathan Rule w/ Casey Jones, Jodie Manross, Dixie Dirt, Mitch Rutman and too many others to list. At: Various locations, Old City, Market Square. $5 donation requested. (See next week's Spotlights for full info.)

Knox Heritage Lunch At St. John's Cathedral, May 8, 11:30am-1pm. $5 per person. Visit www.knoxheritage.com for info.

Strokes for Hope Golf Tournament Proceeds benefit brain tumor research. At Dead Horse Lake Golf Course, May 9, shotgun starts at 8am and 2pm. For info, visit www.abta.org.

Vestival South Knoxville's Arts & Heritage Festival May 10, 11am-7pm. At the Candoro Marble Bldg., 681 Maryville Pike. One-ton outdoor sculpture show, Evan Carawan, Casey Jones & so many more. Catered by Crescent Moon Cafe. Call for info, 577-0078.

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.

Friends of the Kingston Library Book and Bake Sale At the Kingston Public Library, May 9 & 10, (bake goods May 10 only), 9am-4pm. Call for info, 376-4895.

Women's Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Weekend Six inductees, lots of activities. May 9 & 10, call for info, 633-9000 for info.

Friends of the UT Gardens Plant Sale At the UT Gardens, May 10, 9am-2pm. Call for info, 525-4555.

Vestival Mother's Day Brunch At the Candoro Marble Bldg., May 10, 10am. Just 50 cents for mothers. Activities begin at 11am. Call for info, 577-0078.

Solutions to Issues of Concern to Knoxvillians invites the public to a Strategy Team Meeting, May 13, 6-8pm, at 3204 East Magnolia Ave. Free workshop on tenants' right by Legal Aid of E. Tenn.Call 523-8009 or go to www.koonet.org/solutions/jane#tn-solutions.org for info.

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

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 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.

Art Market Gallery Candy Factory, 4th fl., World's Fair Park. (525-5265) Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm. Thru May 11: two and three-dimensional reflections of the Smoky Mountains. Thru May 11: Marilyn Turner's printmaking and George Groom's woodturning.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 413 S. Gay St. (522-1812) Mon.-Fri., 11am-5pm. May 9 thru 23: David "Spivey" Jones and Josh Werner. Reception: May 9, 6-9pm.

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: Color Patterns, by Lisa Norris, and Signs and Symbols in Art, a collection from various artists.

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

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. May 7 thru June 6: Honors Exhibition. Reception, May 6, 4-6pm.

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 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 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.

Mountain Laurel Gallery 1060 World's Fair Park Dr. (544-7100) Mon.-Sat. 11am.-4pm. Ongoing: Folk and fine art.

Nomad 31 Market Square (522-9594) Tues.-Fri.: 11:30am-5pm and by appointment. Now open after a buying trip. Ongoing: Contemporary hand-woven clothing and weaving by Judi Gasten. Opening reception: May 6.

Old City Java 109 S. Central. (523-9817) Sun.-Thurs. 8am-11pm, Fri.-Sat. 8am.-12am. Thru June 1: Paintings and sculpture by Alan Finch.

Rodman Townsend Gallery Candy Factory, 7th fl. (523-7543) Mon.-Sat. 9am-10pm, Sun. 1-6pm. May 2, 5:30-7pm: Art Group 21 Spring Exhibition.

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). Thru May 30. First annual one-ton show. Professional artists of varied backgrounds transfer their vision into stone.

Tenn. Valley Universalist Unitarian Church 2931 Kingston Pk. (983-5266) Mon.-Thurs. 9am-4pm. 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. May 3 thru June 7: Works by Jessica Calder. Reception: May 3, 11am-1pm.

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. May 1 thru 31: Joan Ellen Zucker (ceramics) and Bill Lett (metal sculpture).

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].

Upcoming Book Discussion Groups and Events at Barnes & Noble: Third Thursday, 8pm, poetry workshop. Also book groups, including Purely Poetry, Re-Viewing Religion, and Sci-Fi Readers. May 3, 3:30pm, Mary Casanova will discuss Cecile: Gates of Gold. May 10, 1pm, Earlene Fowler will sign and read Sunshine and Shadow. Call for info, 670-0773.

Book Release Party Of Myth and Legend, by James J. Molchan. At Fairbanks, May 3, 7:30pm. Free to all. For info, call 544-3090.

Upcoming Lectures presented by UT: May 4, 2pm, at McClung Auditorium, "Art and Life in Yoruba Culture," by Dr. Babatunde Lawal. Call for info, 974-2144."Focus on Teaching" panel discussion on the Civil and Revolutionary Wars. At the Hilton, May 3, 9am (Civil War discussion) & 3:30pm (Revolutionary War). Call for info, 974-0548.

Book Signing At the UT Book Store (Henley St.), May 8, 12-2pm, Alex Gabbard will sign Return to Thunder Road and Blood of the Roses. For info, call 974-3972.

Upcoming Book Discussion Groups and Signings at Borders: Call for info, 769-4084.

Roundtable Discussion Held at the E. TN. Historical Society, covering the Civil War experience in E. TN. May 2, 1:30-3:30pm.

Historical Lecture Explore the life of E. TN.'s Sam Houston with biographer James L. Haley. Presented by the E. TN. Historical Society, at the Radisson Summit Hill, May 6, 5:30pm. $35 per person, reserve by May 2. Call for info, 215-8824.974-0128.

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).

Oak Ridge Playhouse has roles available for five males and five females for "A Day in Hollywood/ A Night in the Ukraine." Auditions are May 3 & 4, 2pm. Call for info, 482-9999.

Knoxville Opera Chorus Auditions At 612 E. Depot Ave., May 1 & 8, 5:30-8pm. To set up an appointment, call 524-0795 ext. 6.

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

Vestival Vendors Wanted! for South Knoxville's Art and Heritage Festival—The Vestival, May 10. Arts and crafts vendors call Terrin at 455-2624, food vendors call Mickey at 579-4234, bakeoff contestants call Trudy at 577-3675.

Contact of Knoxville Crisis Line is seeking potential volunteers for its hotline, and offering better listening classes starting May 8. Call for info, 523-9108.

Submissions Needed for local literary rag. Email poems, stories, essays, etc. to [email protected] for May 31 issue.

Volunteers Needed at the E. TN. Historical Society. Help preserve the region's history. Call for info, 215-8828.

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.

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

Ijams Nature Center offers several kids workshops throughout the month of May. Brownies Badge workshop (May 3), Canoe Trip on the TN. River (May 3 & 24), and turtle and snake exploration (May 8 & 10), among others. Call 577-4717 ext. 11 for info and registration.

Greenway School Open House For prospective students and parents. Greenway teaches an advanced curriculum for 6th, 7th and 8th graders, May 7, 5-7-pm. Call for info, 777-0197.

Bee Bilingual Spanish Classes All ages welcome, at Borders, May 10, 1pm.

Free Soccer Training For 1st through 5th graders. Presented by Diadora Impact staff through May 14, Wednesdays, 6-7pm, at Mayor Bob Leonard Park. Call Norm for info, 936-4948.

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.

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.

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.

Preservation Network Workshop "How to Finance the Purchase and Restoration of a Historic Home." At the Time Warp Tea Room, May 10, 10-11:30am. Free to all.

Tenant's Rights Workshop Presented free of charge by an attorney from Legal Aid of E. TN., May 13, 6-8pm, at 3204 Magnolia Ave. Call for info, 523-8009.

GED Classes will be taught at Pellissippi State Community College. Other "study smart" classes also available. 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.

Upcoming Classes at Lilly's Bead Box Watch making, peyote amulet purses, and so much more. Call 584-9100 for dates, times, and other info.

Upcoming Classes at Beadazzled Now introducing stone-cutting classes. Also, 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.

Diabetes Management Classes offered free of charge by the Knox Co. Health Dept., at the KCHD auditorium, May 1, 8, 15 & 22, 7-9pm. Call for info, 215-5000.

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.

Classes Offered K'ville Arts and Fine Crafts include Weave a Cotton Scarf, and Hand Wired Jewelry. held at the Candy Factory, and yoga classes, May 5 thru June 30, Mondays, noon-12:50pm. Call for more info, 523-1401.

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.

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.

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

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 for Women Ajeet's yoga classes will leave you uplifted and relaxed. At the Yoga Room, Tuesdays, 6:30pm. $10 per person/$5 for students. Call for info, 579-4942.

Kundalini Yoga and Meditation (the yoga of higher consciousness) 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.

Alzheimer's Association Training Event Learn to be a caregiver to those suffering from Alzheimer's. At

Second Pres. Church, May 15, 8:30am-3:30pm. $40 for professionals, $20 for family caregivers. Must

register by May 8. Call for info, 544-6288.

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.

Upcoming Classes at the Well By Nature taught by independent practitioners, include feldenkrais, fluid moves, and healthy cooking. Call for info, 584-3864.

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.

Support Grp. for Children of Parents w/ a Mental Illness Eight-week group for kids 8-12, starts May 20. Meets Tuesdays, 6:30-8pm, at the Mental Health Ass'n. Must register by May 13. Call for info, 584-9125.

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 for those who grew up in dysfunctional homes, meets 7-9:30pm, Tuesdays at Park 40 Club, and Thursdays at Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan. Call 531-4846 or email [email protected] 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.

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 soon. 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

Rationalists of E. TN. will hold philosophy roundtable, "Altruism: Is It Voluntary or Coerced," at the Candy Factory Board Room, May 4, 10:30am. Call for info, 539-3006.

K'ville Writers' Guild meets at the Laurel Theater, May 1, 7pm. Features a presentation by Beauvais Lyons. Call for info, 483-7203.

City of K'Ville Greenway Commission will meet at the City County Bldg., May 6, 4pm. Open to the public.

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.

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, Treemont Sam's Creek, May 3. 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.

K'ville 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.

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]

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.

UT Singers Vocal Jazz Ensemble Part of the Farragut Pres. Church Spring concert series. At the Church, May 4, 6pm. Free to all. Call for info, 974-6649.

Glenfinnian in Concert Celtic Christian band concludes the season's concert series. At the Messiah Lutheran Church, May 12, 7pm. Concert is free, all are welcome. Call 588-9753 for info.

K'ville Youth Christian Concert Band Season's final performance, at the Cedar Springs Pre. Church, May 13, 7pm. Free to all, followed by a reception.

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.

Glenn Farrington & Friends Live gospel music, fun for the whole family. Tuesdays, 7pm. Ritta Market & Grill. Call 689-0400 after 4pm for info.

Celebrate Recovery A Christ-centered program at

the Cokesbury Ctr., Thursdays at 7pm. Call for info, 693-0353.

Free Lunch Sundays At Kindred Spirit, meeting at 10:30am in the square dance bldg. Call Jim for info, 521-0633.

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.