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. (686-4610) Tues: Improv/karaoke w/DJ Slim. Wed: Alternative dance party. Fri. & Sat: Dancing w/ Dr. Dru.

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

Bull Feathers 10535 Kingston Pike. (690-1786) Wed: Bike night. Thurs. thru Sat: Karaoke w/ Chris

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.

El Arriero 1140 Oak Ridge Turnpike (220-8048) Every other Sat (May 24, June 7, etc.): Karaoke w/ drink and dinner specials.

Electric Ballroom 1213 Western Ave. (525-6724) Parties every Thursday and Tuesday. June 5: Godspeed 2, featuring DJ's Satoshi, Jahson, Special K, Audible, Psyonic, Dan Weeks, Drama, and IKO. 9pm-6am, $5.

Fairbanks Roasting Room 607 Market St. (544-3090) May 29: Hip-hop, reggae, and R&B open mic, 9pm. $3. Fri: Streamliners 15-piece big band, 9:30pm. $6. Sat.: various music/ dance events. 3rd Sun.: Sanctus Goth dance, 10pm.

Fiction 125 E. Jackson. (329.00FX) 18+.Full bar and boasting K'ville's largest VIP room. DJ's Slink and Alfred spin the sounds nightly starting May 31.

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

Jiggers Lounge Budget Inn 323 N. Cedar Bluff Rd. (693-7330) Fri. and Sat.: Karaoke w/ Calbert, 10pm-2am.

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

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.

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

The Happiest of the Three The hilarious farce involving four philanderers, two blackmailers, one petite French maid, and a German handyman who prefers nudity from the waist down. At the West Side Dinner Theater, thru July 5. Call 966-8768 for reservations and info.

Smoke on the Mountain The humorous tale of the Sanders family and Reverend Oglethorpe. At the Theatre Guild (Morristown), thru May 30. Call for info and tix, 423-586-9260.

Greater Tuna Radio DJs take you through a riotous day in the life Texas's third smallest town. Presented by the Sevier Co. Theatre Guild. At the Sevierville Civic Ctr., thru June 1. $8 adv./$10 door. Call for info, 428-9067.

Pump Boys and Dinettes A knee slappin', toe tappin', countrified rockabilly hootenanny. See Spotlights. At the Clarence Brown Theatre, May 29 thru June 14. $17-$23 per person, $33 on May 30. Call for info, 974-5161.

The Owl and the Pussycat The story of a would-be writer and a former hooker. At Theatre Central, May 30 thru June 28. $10 per person, $5 w/ student ID. Call 936-2291 for info.

The Great American Cowpoke Mr. M. Missouri Clem presents a program of cowboy and cowgirl poems, songs, art, stories, and tall tales. At Cup-A-Joe's in the Old City, June 5, 8pm. Everyone is invited. Call for info, 577-9198.

Food Drive for Needy Kids Help Second Harvest feed hungry children, make a non-perishable donation at the Tomato Head. For info call 521-0000.

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

Flower Fest Gatlinburg's annual celebration runs through the end of June. Games, activities, and live performances highlight the citywide event. Call for info, 436-0526.

K'ville Team in Training Kick-off Party Kick off the drive to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's half marathon in August. Runners are encouraged to attend and meet coaches, teammates, mentors, and Honored Patients. At the Italian Market and Grill, May 29, 6pm. Call for info, 1-800-332-2980.

Nine Counties. One Vision. Thursday, May 29, 5:30-7:30pm, Knoxville Convention Center, Room 301, 525 Henley St. Call (865)525-4949 for more information.

Blount Mansion Celebrate Statehood Day at Blount Mansion with activities from 11am-2pm, May 30. Call for info, 525-2375.

Comedy Cruise LA comedian Kirk Noland headlines the event on the Tennessee Riverboat May 30, 10:30pm. Call for info, 1-800-509-2628.

Goodwill Fundraising Sale May 30-31, Goodwill retailers will be offering goods at half price. Proceeds benefit the Employment Training and Rehab. Program. For info, call 588-8567.

Adopt and Rescue Fair Presented by the K'ville Zoo and the K'ville/Knox Co. Animal Ctr. Learn about what animals make good pets and how to care for them. At Chilhowee Park, May 31.

Past-Present-Future A look back and forward in the history of Knoxville's & Knox County's neighborhoods and civic life. Panelists include Knoxville historian and former director of Beck Center Bob Booker, UT history prof Bruce Wheeler, Knox Heritage Director Kim Trent, and Shane Rhyne of the East Tenn Historical Society. May 31, 11am-12:30pm at the East Tenn Historical Society, 600 Market St.

Greeneville Fly-in & Cruise-in Check out all kinds of planes, past and present. At the Greeneville-Greene Co. Airport, May 31 & June 1, 9am-5pm. $5 per person. Call for info, 423-638-4925.

Tour de Cure Two-day bike race to raise money for diabetes research. The non-competitive race traces the 150 miles from Oak Ridge to the Cumberland Gap National Historic Park, and is scheduled for May 31 & June 1. Call for info, 524-7686.

Adventure Con 400 tables of antique toys, comics, dolls, and other collectibles. Lots of celebrity guests, too. At the K'ville I-75 Expo Ctr., May 31, 9am-5:30pm & June 1, 10am-4pm. $5 per person. For info, visit www.adventurecon.com.

NCCJ Walk-a-thon Help the Nat'l Conference for Community and Justice stamp out bigotry, bias, and racism. Build a team or walk as one. At Volunteer Landing, June 1, 4-6pm. Call 637-6140 for info or to register, or visit www.nccj.org.

Ride 4-A-Child All motorcycles welcome for this ride to benefit Childhelp USA. Leaves at noon from Gear Up MotoSports. Door prizes, an auction, and a $5 barbeque dinner follow the ride at Coyote Joe's. $10 riding fee per person. Call for info, 583-0393.

Celebrate w/ Our Youth Rally Includes a performance by the New Life Drama Co. At the K'ville Day Women's Aglow Lighthouse, June 2, 7pm. For info, call Beth Bowman at 693-0806.

Child Advocate Open House For anyone 21 or older interested in becoming an advocate for abused children. At the Anderson Co. Courthouse, rm. 115, June 4, 5-7pm. For more info, call 463-6850 and ask for Toni or Tanya.

June Jubilee Honor America's original first lady, Martha Washington, in Historic Dandridge. Event includes games, door prizes, food, arts and crafts, and a bunch of other stuff. June 7, 9am-10pm. Call for info, 397-7131.

March for Jesus A multi-parish celebration. Food donations will be accepted for future distribution in K'ville. Church contacts and volunteers with trucks needed. At the K'ville Civic Auditorium, June 7, 9:30am. Call for info, 637-8254.

Kids Fish Free Day Bring your kids to learn how to bait, spin, and fly fish. At TVA Miller Island Access on the Clinch River, June 7, 10am-2pm. Call for info, 584-0344.

Shakespeare and Friends Renaissance Faire Includes performances by the ETSU Shakespeare Ensemble, A Human Chess Match by the Known World Players, storytelling, puppetry, and so much more. In Rogersville, TN, June 7 & 8. Call for info, 423-272-3879.

100 Block of Gay Street Fundraising event includes cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, live music, and a silent auction. Begins at 128 S. Gay Street, June 12, 5-8:30pm. Presented by the E. TN. Community Design Ctr. $25 per person. Call for info, 525-9945.

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.

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

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg (436-5860) Mon.-Sat. 8:30am-4:30pm. May 30 thru Aug. 8: Summer Faculty Invitational and Selections from Arrowmont's permanent collection.

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

Art Market Gallery Candy Factory, 4th fl., World's Fair Park. (525-5265) Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm. Thru June 15: hand-woven vests by Carol Pritcher, and paintings and drawings by Jane Boling. Thru June 29: K'ville Watercolor Society's Annual Mixed Media Show. Reception: June 6, 5:30-8pm.

Back 40 Gallery 413 S. Gay St. (522-1812) Mon.-Fri., 11am-5pm.

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 June 7: Glassmaster Richard Jolley. June 12 thru July 12: Andrew Saftel and Craft as Sculpture.

Clear Vision Window Gallery 517 Union Street. (455-4ART) Always visible for pedestrian viewing. Thru July 15: "Art Word Bound: A Mail Art Collaborative," featuring artists from around the nation. May 30 thru Aug. 8: "The One Ton Show," w/ photos of artists working in 2000 lbs of TN marble.

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.-Fri. 8:30am-4:30pm. Thru June 6: Honors Exhibition.

Gallery 133A 133A S. Gay Street (637-3223) Call for hours. Thru May 31: Drawings and paintings by David Seal.

Hanson Gallery 5607 Kingston Pike (584-6097) Mon.-Fri. 10am-5:30pm, Sat. 1-5pm. Thru July 1: Cynthia Markert (figurative paintings), Robert Batey (historic Knoxville photography), Stephen Schlanser (etched glass vessels).

Susan Key Galleries 29 Market Square. (522-3999) Mon.-Fri. 11am-5pm.

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 29: Student Art Exhibition. Thru August 10: Still Lifes, by Michiko Kon.

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.

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. May 31 thru August 31: Hats and Headresses: Adornment of the Head From Around the World.

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 May 31: Oil Paintings by Victoria Lewelling, and Wire Wrapped Jewelry by Carmelita Dixson.

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. Hand-woven clothing by Judi Gasten and small media waxworks by Joyce Gralak.

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. Thru June 15: Illusionary Abstracts by McTeer McNabb.

Rodman Townsend Gallery Candy Factory, 7th fl. (523-7543) Mon.-Sat. 9am-10pm, Sun. 1-6pm.

Smoky Mountain Glassmasters' Group 404 Eleventh St., peach Victorian house. (633-5122) Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm; Sat. 10am-1pm. Ongoing: Stained glass art featuring the engraved glass art of Janet Vancil.

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 June 7: Works by Jessica Calder.

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 May 31: Joan Ellen Zucker (ceramics) and Bill Lett (metal sculpture). Thru May 31: Jefferson Middle School (sculpture). June 1 thru 31: Helen Guymon (paintings).

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].

Appalachian Ballad Lecture The June installment of the E. TN. Historical Society's Brown Bag Lecture series presents Dr. Ted Olson discussing and performing Appalachian ballads. At the ETHS, June 11, noon, and free to all. Call for info, 215-8824.

Bookfair to benefit the Human Animal Bond In Tennessee (HABIT), at B. Dalton (West Town Mall), May 31, 10am-3pm. Call for info, 693-7300.

Feature Writer Wendy Bessman discusses and provides advice about succeeding as a writer. At the K'ville Writers' Guild monthly meeting, Laurel Theater, June 5, 7pm. $1 is requested per person, refreshments will be served. For info, visit www.knoxvillewritersguild.org.

Upcoming Book Signing Local columnist Sam Venable will sign You Gotta Laugh to Keep from Cryin' at the UT Bookstore, June 5, 12-2pm. Call for info, 974-1054.

Upcoming Book Discussion Groups and Events at Barnes & Noble: Third Thursday, 8pm, poetry workshop. June 1, 3pm. Sam Venable will sign You Gotta Laugh to Keep from Cryin'. June 8, 5pm: the Skeptic Book Club discusses Robert Dahl's How Democratic is the American Constitution? Also book groups, including Purely Poetry, Re-Viewing Religion, and Sci-Fi Readers. Call for info, 670-0773.

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

Cumberland Writers' Conference Presented by the Cookville Creative Writers' Ass'n, includes several workshops and panel discussions. At the OVC rm. at Tenn. Tech, June 7. Space is limited so register now. For info, visit www.ccwa0.tripod.com.

AUDITIONS

Oak Ridge Playhouse is holding auditions for the musical comedy Gypsy, May 31 and June 1. Male and female roles needed from ages 10 on up. Call for appropriate time, 482-9999, or visit www.orplayhouse.com.

Actors Co-op is holding auditions for On Golden Pond and Speaking in Tongues. Those auditioning should prepare a two-minute monologue and bring a resume and head shot. Auditions are at the Black Box Theatre, June 1, 1-3pm.

Artists Submissions now being accepted at The Gym (Homberg), for its 2003 art exhibition. Those interested should send 5-10 slides of work, a brief bio, and an artist's statement in a SASE to: Bethann DeGrow/ 605 King St. #7/ Knoxville, TN 37919. For more info, call 546-6852.

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.

New Millenium Writings Seeks entries for poetry, fiction and nonfiction writing contests. Winners receive $1000 prizes. Deadline is June 17. Send submissions to "NMW," Room E/ PO Box 2463/ Knoxville, TN 37901. For more info, visit www.mach2.com.

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

OTHER

Volunteers Needed for East K'ville cleanup in neighborhood around Fuller and Graves Streets. May 31, 9am-3pm. Call Jason Kirk for info, 524-2786.

Become a Court Appointed Special Advocate Serve in Knox, Blount, Hamblen or Sevier Co. Classes begin at the CASA office June 10, 9am-1pm, and June 12, 5:30-9:30pm. Call for info, 329-3399.

Gardeners and Designers Needed Second Harvest needs K'ville's landscape designers to help w/ gala event, Without Reservations, scheduled for June 17 at the K'ville Expo. Those interested should call Dean Hitt at 368-9255.

Arts in the Airport is looking for submissions for its "Flying Solo" exhibition at the Nashville Int'l Airport. Open to all artists residing in TN. Send a bio, 10-20 slides of past work, resume, artist statement, and SASE to: Arts in the Airport/ Attn. Caroline Carlisle/ One Terminal Drive, Suite 501/ Nashville, TN 37214. Due by May 30.

Artists Needed for consideration by TN. Valley Unitarian Universalist Church for its 2004-05 exhibitions. Send 10-20 slides, resume, SASE, and artist's statement to: Art Committee/ TN. Valley Unitarian Universalist Church/ 2931 Kingston Pike/ Knoxville, TN 37919. Submissions due by June 1. Call for info, 691-1710.

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

YMCA Art Program is offering a variety of camps for kids 3-5 years old, the first week of both June and July. Classes are four days a week, 9-11am at the Northside and Westside YMCA. Enrollment is limited, call now for info: 922-9622 (Northside) or 690-9622 (Westside).

Greenway Summer Institute is a one-week day camp with activities in acting, Lego robotics, mask-making, creative writing, and much more. Open for children entering fifth, sixth, or seventh grade this fall. Camp is June 23-27 at Greenway School. Deadline for registration is June 1. Call for info, 777-0197.

Cooking Camp for boys and girls ages 8-13, at the Cokesbury UMC, June 2 thru 6 and June 23 thru 27. $95 per child, call Nancy Zimmerman for registration, 966-2147.

Horse Mountain Farm's Riding Camp 2003 Kids learn basic horsemanship in half day camps, for 7-year-olds and above. Camps are Mon.-Fri. starting the week of June 9, 8am-noon. Call for classes and info, 687-8159.

Summer Reading and Writing Program Three-week class is designed for second and third-graders with reading problems. Offered by the UT Hearing and Speech Ctr., June 9-27, Mon. thru Fri., 9-11:30am. $600 per child, includes oral and written diagnostic tests prior to program. Call now for info or registration, 974-5451.

Dive Into Reading Knox Co. Public Library offers the Summer Library Club to encourage kids to read for pleasure when school is out. Prizes given to kids who read 15 hours. Call for info, 215-8769.

Pellissippi St. Summer Camps For six-year-olds up through teenagers, classes in sports, juggling, acting, and much more. Most classes are in June and July. Call 539-7167 for info about summer camps.

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.

Comedy Improv Workshop and Scouting for Talent Event Conducted by West Side Dinner Theater's Mark Hatmaker. June 2, 7-9pm. $25 per person, or $20 w/ advance registration. Call 670-1072 or email [email protected] for info.

KMA Summer Camps Begin June 2 and span the entire month. Different sessions available for kids of all ages. For info call Rozz at 525-6101 ext. 226.

Beginning Kayak Clinic Sponsored by the E. TN. Kayak Club, at the Clark Ctr. Park (Oak Ridge) and in local rivers, June 2-7. $45 per person. Space is limited. Email [email protected] for info.

ESOL Classes, Study Smart Sessions and GED Classes will be taught by Pellissippi State Community College, at area campuses and other community locations. Call 694-6556 or 694-6405 for information and reservations. All GED sessions are in the Student Development Center (Goins 123) of the Pellissippi Campus on Hardin Valley Road.

Upcoming Classes at Lilly's Bead Box Lampworking, bracelet and necklace making, and so much more. Call 584-9100 for dates, times, and other info.

Upcoming Classes at Beadazzled Now introducing stone-cutting classes. Also, beading, cross making, wire wrap, watch making, wire bending, beaded bangle and beading classes also available. Thurs. 6-8pm. $15-$20 per person. Visit the store for info, or call 237-5149.

American Red Cross offers classes in water safety, CPR and first aid. New lifeguard training courses starting soon. Call for times, location, and other info, 584-2999.

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 by K'ville Arts and Fine Crafts include Weave a Cotton Scarf, and Hand Wired Jewelry. Held at the Candy Factory, and yoga classes. 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 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 day and evening classes for adults and summer "Hands on the Potters Wheel" workshops for pre-teens to young adults. For information call Valerie Eiler, 691-7211.

Belly Dance Classes taught by Alexis Smith in all levels. Tuesdays, Intermediate at 5:45pm, Beginners II at 7pm, Beginners at 8pm, all classes above the First Care Medical Ctr. Call 577-0070 or email [email protected] 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) 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.

Upcoming Classes at Well By Nature taught by independent practitioners, include feldenkrais, fluid moves, Pilates, tai chi, aquatic yoga, belly dancing 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 in the World's Fair Park Art District in the "Peach" Victorian House.

HEALTH & WELL BEING

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

Celebrate Recovery A biblically based recovery program for people with compulsive and addictive behaviors. Thursdays, 7pm, at the Cokesbury Ctr. Call for info, 693-0353.

Celebrate Recovery Knoxville is a Christ-centered support group for all of life's difficulties. Meets every Wed., 6:30pm, and Sun. 5pm at the Grace Baptist Church in Oak Ridge. Call for info, 691-8886 or visit www.gracebc.com.

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. A free educational course starts in late June, and meets at Peninsula Lighthouse. Reservation required for educational courses. Ask about our Journey of Hope and Visions for Tomorrow. Call to inquire and to register, 602-7807.

The Sexual Assault Crisis Ctr. offers several support groups meeting regularly. Call for class offerings and schedules, 558-9040.

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.

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

Knox Area Social Forum A gathering of progressive groups, working on many different issues, will meet at St. James Church (B'way), May 31, 1-4pm. All are welcome. For info, call 633-5963.

Rationalists of E. TN. will meet to discuss: "Altruism: Is It Voluntary or Coerced?" at the Candy Factory, June 1, 10:30am. Call for info, 539-3006, or visit www.rationalists.org.

Harmony Adoptions of Tenn. will hold an informational meeting free and open to anyone interested in pursuing adoption. At the Maple Grove Inn, June 10, 6:30-8pm. Snacks will be served. Call Pam Frye for info, 982-5225.

Lost Texans of E. TN. will be meeting at Fourth and Gill Park, June 10, 7pm. Bring the food you miss most from Texas. For info, call Kim at 983-1931.

Great Smoky Mountain Chapter of the Ass'n of Fundraising Professionals meets at the Faculty Club, first Wednesday of the month.�Meetings are scheduled in July, September, and November of 2003. For info, 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.

E. TN. Computer Society meets the second Thursday of each mo., 7pm, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints behind West Town Mall. For info, visit etcs.org.

American Business Women's Ass'n Express Network meets every second Wednesday of the month. 966-8205 for more 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, Ramsey Cascades Waterfalls, May 31. Call for info, 423-585-6949.

City People An ass'n of residents and friends of the center city. Regular events and benefits. Next up: Progressive Dinner, June 13, 6pm. Call 637-1111 for info.

K'ville Musicians Ass'n presents music and dancing Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, at the North K'ville Rec. Ctr. Performances are free and open to all. Call for info, 524-1897.

Colonial Village Neighborhood Ass'n. meets second Thurs. of every month, 7pm, at the South Knoxville Church of God.

Ladies of the Associated Construction of Women meet second Thursdays at the Gettysvue Country Club. For info, call Kris Hall, 945-3007.

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.

Film Discussion Group Meets third Wednesdays at the cafe in Borders, 7pm. For info, visit www.geocities.com/knoxfilmforum.

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.

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. Or visit www.spectrumcafe.org.

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.

Celebrate Recovery Knoxville is a Christ-centered support group for all of life's difficulties. Meets every Wed., 6:30pm, and Sun. 5pm at the Grace Baptist Church in Oak Ridge. Call for info, 691-8886 or visit www.gracebc.com.

Pseudo-Macarius Spirituality Workshop Based on the teachings of a fourth-century monk, how to attain a palpable awareness of the Holy Spirit. At the John XXIII Catholic Ctr., June 7, 10am-2:30pm.

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.

Celebrate Recovery A Christ-centered program at the Cokesbury Ctr., Thursdays at 7pm. Call for info, 693-0353.

Xtremesingles is a non-denominational Christian organization for the active, adventurous, or outdoor oriented singles. Events are each week. For more info, visit Xtremesingles.org.

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.