Club Nights
4620 4620 Kingston Pike. (766-0994) Boasting K'ville's best martini. 1st Monday, Knoxville Jazz Orchestra. Fridays, Reruns from the '70s (feat. Donald Brown, Mark Boling & Bob Knapp). 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 (June 7, 21, etc.): Karaoke w/ drink and dinner specials.
Electric Ballroom 1213 Western Ave. (525-6724) Parties every Thursday and Tuesday. June 12: George Acosta, 9pm. $12 door, $10 advance.
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.
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.
Lord Lindsey Mansion 615 W. Hill Ave. (522-2178). Thurs.: The Closet feat. DJ Slink, 11pm.-3am. 18+. Sat.: Party at the Mansion. 11pm.-3am. 21+. Fri. June 20: International Night, 11p.m.-3a.m. 18+.
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.
Wattever Nite Club (922-0622) Mon.:Beach party, wet T-shirt contest. Tues.: Karaoke & open mic. Wed.: 8-ball pool tourney. Thurs.: Ladies night, half price drinks for da ladies. Fri. & Sat.: DJ Black. Sun.: Man's night, half price drinks for da fellas.
West Haven Sports Bar & Grill 2906 Sanderson Rd. (544-1992). Fri.:Karaoke w/ Monster Entertainment. No cover.
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Five Women Wearing The Same Dress Five bridesmaids hide out in the bride's childhood bedroom during the big event. Play by Alan Ball, directed by Robert Hahn for Theatre Knoxville At Black Box Theatre, June 12-14, 19-21, 26-27 at 8pm.; June 15 & 22, 2pm. $12. Call 675-5172 for reservations.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum Stephen Sondheim's musical presented by the Tennessee Valley Players At Farragut High School, June 13, 14, 20, 21 & 22, 8pm; June 15, 2pm. Call 584-8173 for tickets.
A Day In Hollywood/ A Night in the Ukraine The Marx Brothers perform the works of Chekov, with lots of laughs for the whole family. At the Oak Ridge Playhouse, June 13 thru 22. Call for tix and info, 482-9999.
Nunsense The award-winning musical about nuns putting on a talent show. At Morristown Theatre Guild, June 12 thru 15, June 19 thru 22, 8pm. with 2pm matinees June 15 & 22. Call (423) 586-9260 for tix and info.
Pump Boys and Dinettes A knee slappin', toe tappin', countrified rockabilly hootenanny. At the Clarence Brown Theatre, 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, thru June 28. $10 per person, $5 w/ student ID. Call 936-2291 for info.
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.
The Foreigner, Brand New Beat & Smoke on the Mountain Music & comedy from the Cumberland Co. Playhouse & Bijou Theater. At the Bijou Theater Center, thru Aug. 29. Dates and times vary. Call for info and tix, 522-0832.
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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.
Knoxville Antique Show A prime destination for 300 top antique dealers. At the K'ville Expo Ctr., June 13, 2-7pm, and June 14, 8am-5pm. June 13 is reserved for $15 two-day pass holders, while June 14 is open to the public with a $5 admission fee. Call for info, 933-2333.
Rummage Sale At the Christus Victor Lutheran Church, June 13, 8am-5pm, and June 14, 8am-2pm. Proceeds will go to the Early Childhood Development Ctr. Call for info, 687-6622.
Kidney Run/Walk Raise awareness of kidney disease. June 14, 8am. Cherokee Park. Register at the event or call 688-5481.
By the Rivers of Babylon: A Celebration of Cultures in a Time of Turmoil is a festival presenting the cinema, food, dance and music of Afghanistan, Iraq, Palestine and other ancient cultures. Food by Falafel Hut, plus children's program, speakers and a performance by the Carpetbag Theater. June 14, 1-9:30pm. at Sacred Heart Complex (721 Northshore). Free. For info, call 604-4548 or [email protected].
Ijams Nature Center's Third Annual Yard Sale Find a treasure in someone else's donated books, furniture, tools and more. 9am.-3pm. June 14 at Ijams on Island Home Ave. in South K'ville. Call 577-4717 for info.
Meerkat Lookout Remember those cute creatures from The Lion King? See them in person at the K'ville Zoo's new addition to Grasslands Africa, opening June 14.
Quilt Show in the Smokies A variety of quilts on display, plus a live demonstration of wooden crafts. Door prizes awarded throughout the day. 10am.-6pm. June 14 at Townsend Visitors Center. Free. Call 448-6134 for info.
Scottish Dinner in Historic Rugby Celebrate the culinary heritage of our region's ancestors with no haggis in sight at the Harrow Road Cafe. Reservations taken for 5:30-8:30pm. June 14. $14.95 for dinner. BYOB. Call 1-888-214-3400 for reservations.
Pipe Organ Encounter High school pianists and organists from around the country gather in K'ville to show their stuff. Sponsored by UT School of Music and featuring recitals and performances from locals and visitors. June 15 thru 21, with events at various locations. Call for info, 974-7539.
Without Reservations "Dinner on the Green" fundraiser for Second Harvest Food Bank will be held June 17 at the K'ville Expo Center (Clinton Hwy.). Food provided by a variety of local restaurants. Refreshments at 6pm, dinner at 7pm. $40 per person, $75 for two. Corporate tables for $750. Call 521-0000 for reservations.
Twilight Garden Walks Guided tours of the UT gardens given Tues. June 17, 7pm. Free. For info, call 525-4555 or [email protected].
Fundraiser Contra Dance for Jubilee Community Arts will be held at 8 p.m. June 21 at the Laurel Theater. Tim Klein calls the dances with the Mumbillies providing music. $10 suggested donation. Call 522-5851 for info.
Garrison Weekend at Ft. Loudoun Musket drills, artillery training, frontier cooking, 10am-5pm. June 21 and 10am.-2pm. June 22. Free. Call (423) 884-6217 for info.
Summer Solstice Sacred Circle Dance Spend the longest day of the year drumming and bellydancing with kindred spirits. No prior experience necessary. Bring blankets, food, summertime toys. Drinks provided. West Hills Park (Near YMCA), June 21, 9-11am. Free. Call 694-3906 for info.
Food Drive for Needy Kids Help Second Harvest feed hungry children, make a non-perishable donation at the Tomato Head on Mondays. For info call 521-0000.
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.
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. Ends 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.
Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg (436-5860) Mon.-Sat. 8:30am-4:30pm. 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) Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 1-5. Thru June: Art by the late Martha Wright. Call 525-7619 for info.
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. June 17 thru July 13: Ceramic sculptures of whimsical animals by Hugh Bailey, and wood cuts and linoleum prints of "Porches of Fort Sanders" and "E. TN. Scenes" by Gay Bryant.
Back Room Gallery Walnut Bldg., 420 W. Church Ave. (522-8484) Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm or by appointment. Thru July: Carousel animals created by Karen Manston's 7th & 8th grade students from St. Mary's Catholic School. Ongoing: Clay sculpture and pottery by Kelly Barrett and Trent Berning.
Belleza Salon and Spa 6209 Kingston Pk. (558-8424). Thru September 30: "Postcards from Chilhowee Park," oil paintings of the historic 1911 exhibition of Richard Hayes.
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: Paper works by Andrew Saftel and "Craft as Sculpture." Opening reception: June 12, 6-8pm.
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. 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.
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 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. June 13-Aug. 3: Seldom Seen Abstract Works from the KMA Collection. Permanent Exhibit: Martin Luther King, Jr. (etching by John Wilson). 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. 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.-Fri. 2-9pm, Sat. 12-9pm. Thru June: Gemini Moon creations by Brandi and glass beadwork by Evan Fridge.
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 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.
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 July 15: Recent works by Azurdee Miller. Reception: June 15, 4:30-6:30pm.
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) Tues.-Sat.: 10am-8pm. June's Artists in the Spotlight are Art Costello (photography), Dick Walls (painting), Garry Taylor (jewelry) and Vickie Taylor (gourd baskets). For info call 483-6540.
Walters State Community College Art Gallery in library, Morristown. (587-3087) Mon.-Thurs. 8am-8:15pm, Fri. 8am-4:15pm.
Yee-Haw Industries Back 40 Gallery 413 S. Gay St. (522-1812) Mon.-Fri., 11am-5pm.
Open Book Upcoming Book Discussion Groups and Events at Barnes & Noble: Third Thursday, 8pm, poetry workshop. June 12, 10am: Morning Readers Book Group will discuss Atonement, by Ian McEwan. June 13, 6pm: Patrick Murphy-Racey will sign Run Through the T. Call for info, 670-0773.
Upcoming Book Discussion Groups and Signings at Borders: June 13, 7pm: Bruce W. Spangler signs The Gospel According to John Bill Bob Mark: A Smoky Version. June 21, 7pm: Jennifer Bannan signs Inventing Victor, a new short story collection. Call for info, 769-4084.
Regular Poetry Open Mics: Fridays, 6pm at the Candy Factory; Wednesdays, 9pm at 11th St. Cafe; For more info email [email protected].
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AUDITIONS
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.
Hard Times Writing Contest Turn life's obstacles into good prose for the chance at prizes of $500, $350 & $250, plus honorable mentions. Deadline is July 15. For submission guidelines call Writer's Workshop at (828) 254-8111or [email protected].
OTHER
Diadora Impact Soccer Tryouts Under 15 thru Under 19, boys and girls, June 17-19, at US Cellular Fields. Boys try out from 6-7:30pm, girls from 7:30-9pm. Call for info, 936-4950.
TN-Elite Soccer Club Tryouts At US Cellular Fields. Under 13 and 14 teams, June 5, 6:30-8:30pm. Under 15 and 16 teams, June 6, 6:30-8:30pm.
Artists, Construction Workers & Interior Designers Needed for the 2nd Annual Tennessee One Ton Show, in November at the South K'ville Heritage Ctr. Artists paired with electricians, carpenters, plumbers and given one ton of marble to sculpt. No experience necessary. Call for info, 579-1315. Deadline is July 1.
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.
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.
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Broadway Family Karate Summer enrichment classes for ages 5 and up starting June 16. Classes meet Mon., Wed., Fri. for 7 weeks. Cost is $150 for first child, $75 for each additional from same family. Call 688-0120 to register or get info.
Actors Co-op Training Studio Boot Camp Different sessions for ages 5-9 and 10-14. Instructive sessions taught by Actor's co-op members. June 16-27, 10am-noon for younger age group, 1-3pm for older age group. $150 per person. Call for info, 909-9300.
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.
Kindermusik w/ Princess Eady A musical storyhour for children under 7. June 20 at 11am and 7pm at Borders. Call 769-4084 for more info.
Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix Release Party Kids can participate in Harry Potter trivia, a Sorting Hat game and a HP lookalike contest. Borders, June 20, 10pm-midnight. Free.
Camp Shakespeare Young adults ages 14-18 study acting, fencing, dance & movement from members of the Tennessee Stage Company. June 24-28 at the Candy Factory. $200 (scholarships available based on financial need). Call 546-4280 for info.
KMA Summer Camps Continue thru June. Different sessions available for kids of all ages. For info call Rozz at 525-6101 ext. 226.
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., 8am-noon, thru the summer. Call for classes and info, 687-8159.
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.
YMCA Art Program is offering a variety of camps for kids 3-5 years old, the first week of 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).
Registration for Crossroads Christian Co-op School is now open. Tours available for interested parents. Call Deborah at 966-1354 for info.
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Woodstrip Canoe Building Class Classes will build two large canoes over the course of the week. Open to anyone. At the TN. School for the Deaf, June 15-21. For info, call Dick Hancock at 594-6022 ext. 575 or email [email protected].
Comedy Sketch Writing Workshop taught by Mark Hatmaker, June 16, 7pm. $20 per person. Call 670-1072 or email [email protected] for info.
Beginning Meditation Classes to benefit Jubilee Community Arts will be held four consecutive Wednesdays starting June 18 at the Laurel Theater. $60 per person. Instructors are Vidya Anderson and Jim Lawler. To register, call 522-5851. Email [email protected] for info.
Doing Business with Knox County Let Mike Ragsdale and Knox County purchasing officials teach your business how to deal with the County. June 19, 9-11am. Knox County Health Department Auditorium (140 Dameron Ave.). Call Robert Minter at 215-5756 for info.
Summer Art Classes for teens and adults, will begin at the Westside YMCA in early June. Classes are Tues., 6-7:30pm, Wed., 1-2:30pm, and Sat., 11:15am-12:45pm. Eight sessions for $65. Call for info, 690-9622.
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.
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.
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HEALTH & WELL BEING
Fibromyalgia Workshop & Support Group will meet at 10am. June 21 at Total Rehab Phyisical Therapy (1304 Papermill Pointe Way). Brenda Mitchell will speak. Call 588-6789 for info.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Knoxville will begin a free educational course for friends and families of the mentally ill in late June/early July Classes held at Peninsula Lighthouse (6800 Baum Drive). Pre-registration required. Call 602-7807.
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 7:30-9:30pm, Tuesdays at Park 40 Club (9217 Park West Blvd.), and Thursdays at Church of the Good Samaritan (425 N. Cedar Bluff Rd). 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
Trout Unlimited (Clinch River Chapter) will meet at 7pm June 12 at St. Francis Episcopal Church in Norris. Jimmy Jacobs, author of Tail Water Fishing in the South will give a slide presentation. Go to www.crctu.com for more info.
Rationalists of E. TN. will meet to discuss: "The Social Machine: Thomas Hobbes's Leviathan and the Science of Statecraft" at the Candy Factory, June 15, 10:30am. Call for info, 539-3006, or visit www.rationalists.org.
TN Artists Assoc. will meet at 7pm June 17 at the Candy Factory. Painting demonstration by Susan Colclough. Call 693-4292 for info.
E.TN Meeting Professionals will meet June 24 on the Star of Knoxville Riverboat. Registration/boarding at 11:30am. Cruise leaves at noon. Light entertainment with lunch. Call 300-7365 or www.etmp.org.
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 and train them as service animals. If you are interested, contact Cynthia at 455-2389.
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 35-60 meets Thursdays, at Giant Panda. Must pre-register to join. Spend five minutes with a number of dates each evening. 5-minute dating for singles age 25-34 now accepting applications for speed dating. Must pre-register to attend first meeting. For info, call 470-0934 or email [email protected].
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.
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].
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.
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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.
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.
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