Calendar of Events

Opening Reception: May 14, 7—9 PM, with a gallery talk at 6:30.

Oak Ridge Art Center, 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9AM-5PM; Saturday-Monday, 1-4PM. For information: 865-482-1441, www.oakridgeartcenter.org

A fly fishing exposition and fund-raiser for Great Smoky Mountains National Park Fisheries Department. Sponsored by Little River Chapter of Trout Unlimited. Fly fishing demonstrations and seminars by experts. Music, children’s activities, exhibits, and food.

See: http://www.troutfest.org
http://www.smokymountains.org, http://www.smokymountainfestivals.org or call Jeanie Hilten at the Visitors Center at 865-448-6134 or 800-525-6834)

A Time line from the French and Indian War to the Civil War - Come stroll through history and see re-enactors and demonstrators relive America's past wars.

Ramsey House Plantation, 2614 Thorngrove Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914. Open year around (except Mondays & Holidays). For information: 865-546-0745, www.ramseyhouse.org

Details TBA!

For information: 865-357-2787, www.fountaincityart.org

Minister’s son and boxer turned musician, Paul Thorn has seen it all. He has a natural talent for using snapshots from everyday routine as elements of his exquisite writing - and it’s truly unforgettable.

Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information: 865-522-0832, www.knoxbijou.com. For tickets: 865-684-1200, 865-656-4444, www.knoxvilletickets.com

Robin Carbaugh of Spacemakers will discuss maximizing closet and storage space in historic houses (or any house with limited storage).

Knox Heritage: 865-523-8008, www.knoxheritage.org

This year’s Fountain City Art Center Garden Party Luncheon and
Auction will be held in the Gardens of Ginger and Bill Baxter at 3901 Sam Cooper Lane. All the proceeds from luncheon tickets, $35 per person, benefit programs at the Art Center.

Fountain City Art Center, 213 Hotel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37918. Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 9AM-5PM; Wednesday & Friday, 10AM-5PM; Saturday, 9AM-1PM. For information: 865-357-2787, www.fountaincityart.org

Writers’ Guild Offers Workshop on Getting Published
Humorist Judy DiGregorio will teach the workshop at the Redeemer Church of Knoxville, 1642 Highland Ave. The event will be sponsored by the Knoxville Writers’ Guild. Cost is $15 for Guild members, $20 for nonmembers.

The workshop is aimed at beginning writers who need to know the basics of manuscript and query letter preparation. It also discusses writing tools and resources such as writing conferences and classes. The course will show you how to improve your writing skills and publication opportunities.

To register, go to www.knoxvillewritersguild.org or send check to KWG Workshops, P.O. Box 10326, Knoxville TN 37939-0326.

Lecture: Development of the Telescope: Middle Ages to the Present

Marble Springs: 1220 West Gov. John Sevier Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920. Information: 865-573-5508, www.marblesprings.net

Gala and auction.

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, Townsend, TN 37882.
Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday
Closed on Sunday Information: 865-448-0044, www.gsmheritagecenter.org

Studio Arts For Dancers will be participating in their Spring Concert. Studio Arts for Dancers was founded in 1991 by Lisa Hall McKee.

$18.00 for adults and $13.00 for children under 12; plus service fees. At the door: $20.00 for adults and $15.00 for children

Tickets on sale now at All Tickets Unlimited Locations, by phone at 865-684-1200, online, and The Tennessee Theatre's Clinch Avenue Box Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm.

Doors open at 4:00PM

Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com. For tickets: 865-684-1200, 865-656-4444, www.knoxvilletickets.com

(All ages. Strenuous.) Join Ijams naturalist Sabrina DeVault for a hike up House Mountain, Knox County's highest point. It's a good climb with a great view at the top. Dress in appropriate hiking attire, bring water and snacks. Insect repellent, sunscreen, hiking stick, optional. Free for members, $5 for non-members. Call 577-4717 ext. 10 to register.

Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920. Hours: Grounds and trails open during daylight hours. Visitor Center: Monday: by appointment only for tour groups and school trips; Tuesday-Saturday: 9AM-5PM; Sunday: 1-5PM (March 1 - November 30). www.ijams.org