Calendar of Events

Music by Zina Goldrich, Book and Lyrics by Marcy Heisler
Brenda Luggie, Musical Director
Tony Cedeño, Stage Director
Jennifer Austin, Choreographer

This is a family friendly show about a girl from the Midwest who has a talent for giving advice, so she and her friends put on a weekly show from her garage in the hopes that her talent will be recognized. The letters she answers give lessons about etiquette, honesty, friendship, etc. and each letter and response are set to a different musical style.

Performance dates are June 22-23 and June 29-30. Each weekend will include a Saturday matinee (2pm) and evening performance (7pm) and a Sunday matinee (2pm).

Contact: Brenda Luggie, luggieb@roanestate.edu, 865-354-3000 x4236
http://www.roanestate.edu/?8550-Dear-Edwina

Beer lovers rejoice! Following in the footsteps of great craft beer Meccas such as Asheville, NC, and Atlanta, GA, Knoxville now has its own Craft Beer Week to celebrate.

Culminating in the Knoxville Brewfest, Knoxville Craft Beer Week (KCBW) is a full week of special events celebrating the beauty of craft brews. The full week’s schedule spreads from Saturday, June 22 through Saturday, June 29 and consists of a diverse collection of beer-centric events such as special cask-tapping events with beers brewed especially for KCBW, a charity 5k fun-run, beer-pairing brunches and dinners, infusion nights and more. The full schedule is still being determined, but an updated list of events is available at www.knoxbeerweek.com
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The Knoxville Craft Beer Week Association is an affiliation of local brewers, beer drinkers, distributors, craft beer markets, bars, restaurants and pubs. The mission of the association is to promote the availability, diversity, and enjoyment of craft-brewed beer to the Knoxville Metropolitan community through education, camaraderie, and responsible fun.

The McClung Genealogical Collection
Saturday, June 22, 2013, 10am

Learn to use the unique resources in the McClung Historical Collection to advance your genealogical research. Amount the treasures are locally published books, microfilm, manuscript, and internet facilities. Lecture will begin in the first floor auditorium. No registration necessary.

East Tennessee Historical Society, 601 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-215-8824, www.easttnhistory.org

Cherokee Heritage Day at James White’s Fort will feature some new activities this year. Among them will be a Cherokee language lesson, a hand drum demonstration, primitive tools for the children to try, and a lecture on the Trail of Tears as 2013 marks the 175th anniversary of the forced removal. Louise Brown and Micah Swimmer, both employed by the school system in Cherokee, North Carolina, will teach a class in basic Cherokee language and demonstrate the use of a hand drum respectively. Mark and Sherry Finchum, of Indian Creek Productions, Inc., will present a slide show on the Trail of Tears and a representative of McClung Museum on the University of Tennessee campus will provide the opportunity to experience drilling with bow drills and grinding corn with stones. In addition to the new features, the event will also include activities that have proven to be popular over the past several years. Traditional Cherokee dances will be performed, along with Cherokee storytelling. In the afternoon, a highlight of the day will be the reenactment of the signing of the Treaty of the Holston, which originally took place in Knoxville in 1791. Guests will also have an opportunity to visit a Cherokee campsite, interact with members of the militia, tour the fort, and see a variety of pioneer skills displayed.

The event is once again being offered free to the public. Cherokee Heritage Day is a cooperative effort between the James White’s Fort Association and Indian Creek Productions, Inc.

James White’s Fort is located at the intersection of Hill Avenue and Hall of Fame Drive in downtown Knoxville at 205 E. Hill Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915. Information: 865-525-6514, www.jameswhitefort.org

June 22 "Secret City Cruise-In" sponsored by the Clinton Region AACA (Antique Automobile Club of America) with Public Viewing of cars from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm in the American Museum of Science and Energy lower parking lot and grounds. American Museum of Science & Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM; Sunday 1-5PM. Information: 865-576-3200, www.amse.org

June 22 "Graphite Reactor Bus Tour from AMSE" with guide commentary offers four departures during the Secret City Festival. Participants must be U.S. citizen and at least 10 years and up. Must have photo ID. Must pre-register at the table near entrance to AMSE. Bus Tour departs AMSE at 10 am, 12 noon, 2 pm.and 4 pm. Allow 90 minutes from AMSE bus departure and return. There is no charge for this tour. Seating is limited and some restrictions apply. American Museum of Science & Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM; Sunday 1-5PM. Information: 865-576-3200, www.amse.org

There are so many ways to help the Ladies of Charity of Knoxville, and making a reservation for the Wild West Roundup to be held on Saturday, June 22, 6:00pm at St. John Neumann School corral/gym , 625 St. John Court 37934, is an immediate-fun opportunity!

Back by popular, foot-stomping demand, the Roundup proceeds will entirely go(no overhead!) to help the Emergency Assistance Program of the Ladies of Charity for the Knoxville and surrounding areas' needy. Free food, clothing, medicine, newborn layettes, baby and toddler foods and diapers, help with utilities, rent, and heating fuel, and new residence startup kits are some of the Program's ways to help.

Now back to the corral where there will be an Auctioneer(not the cattle kind), an international Square Dance caller who will instruct all comers in every do-si-do and 'swing your partner', promenading step, AND the most de-licious Chuckwagon vittles one have ever put in their mouth! Join the fun at $75 per person.

Saloon opens at 6:00pm, Dinner Bell at 7:00. The $75 covers all the fixin's except whatever silent or live auction items one might be lucky enough to purchase. The LOC Emergency Assistance clients win while everyone at the Roundup on June 22nd has fun and socializes and bids and dances!

Come casual. Boots are mighty fine. Make reservations by June 17 with Carolyn Susano 584-1480. Make all checks to: Ladies of Charity 120 W. Baxter Ave 37917 Attn:Wild West Roundup.

8:00 am Ijams Morning Canoe Cruise
(Ages 5 and up) Enjoy the delightful spring air as you cruise around the Mead's Quarry Lake with naturalist, Stephen Lyn Bales. Intertwined with the sounds of today's wildlife are the reminders of industry past. Although human activity resulted in formation of the lake, there is abundant wildlife that makes this water their home today. The fee for this program is $15 per person for members and $17.50 per person for non-members. Pre-registration is required; please call (865) 577-4717, ext. 119 to register.

11:00 am Pea Pickin' in the Park
(Recommended for Adults) It's pea picking time in Tennesse! Join Ijams resident green thumb, Peg Beute, as she shares tips and tricks to growing and harvesting peas. You'll be sure to have a great time in Peg's Pea Patch! This program is free of charge, but pre-registration is required. Please call (865) 577-4717, ext. 110 to register.

1:00 pm TN Naturalist Program: TN Trees and Forests
(Ages 16 and up) The Tennessee Naturalist Program is an ongoing series that introduces participants to the wonder of the state's amazing natural resources. This session will focus on the Tennessee's woodlands and trees. Open to registered participants only. For more information about the Tennessee Naturalist Program, visit our website.

2:00 pm Live Animal Program
(All Ages) Have you met all the animals that call the Ijams Visitor Center home? If not, be sure to stop by every Saturday for a chance to get nose-to-beak with some of our resident furred and feathered ambassadors. This program is free, but donations to support animal care are welcome.

3:00 pm Animal Presentation: Red-tailed Hawk on the Plaza
(All Ages) You may have seen Tiger, our Red-tailed Hawk in her cage by the parking lot, but have you had a chance to see her up close? Join Ijams' resident hawk whisperer, Stephen Lyn Bales, as he brings her out to meet the public. This program is free, but donations to support animal care are welcome.

Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920. Hours: Grounds and trails open during daylight hours. Call for Visitor Center hours. Information: 865-577-4717, www.ijams.org

June 21 - 22 " AMSE $1.00 Admission Days" during the Secret City Festival. All ages pay $1.00 per person. View "Oak Ridge: World War II Secret City" permanent exhibition and AMSE's 1940's Flattop House with original period furnishings, plus special exhibitions, live demonstrations and historic films, on two levels at AMSE. American Museum of Science & Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM; Sunday 1-5PM. Information: 865-576-3200, www.amse.org

The Secret City Festival celebrates 11 years of family fun, great entertainment, arts & crafts, and commemorates the incredible history that makes this town unique. Join us as we honor the men and women who built this community and helped end the greatest war mankind has ever known. This award-winning, 2-day event includes the following and MUCH MORE: concerts featuring nationally known entertainers, The Dirty Guv’nahs and Rick Springfield; live music and entertainment; expanded toddler’s, children’s, and teen’s areas; WWII Living History activities and demonstrations; Oak Ridge history exhibits; regional exhibitors and vendors; arts & crafts; TN Creates juried arts show; festival food, fun, and more!

Friday and Saturday, the USEC Pavilion Stage is filled with exciting FREE entertainment, from music to dancing to juggling. A special Children’s Stage is set up on Saturday with entertainment perfect for the younger crowd. Knoxville-native rock ‘n’ roll band The Dirty Guv’nahs will bring their signature sound to the UCOR Concert Stage Friday, June 21, at 7 p.m. The Friday Night concert, sponsored by Lamar Dunn and Associates (LDA Engineering), also features Soul Candy and The Traffic Jam. Pop-Rock music icon, Rick Springfield, will bring his unstoppable energy and unforgettable songs, which have provided the soundtrack for many generations, to the UCOR Concert Stage Saturday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m. The Saturday Night concert is sponsored by CROET & Pro2Serve. Casey Abrams from American Idol will serve as the opening act.

Concert tickets may be purchased for $20 each by clicking on the Headliners page, by phone at 865-482-4432 or in person at the Oak Ridge Civic Center at 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike. No backpacks or coolers will be allowed into concert area. All bags will be searched prior to entry. No exceptions.

http://secretcityfestival.com/

The 24th Annual Festival - a multi-event celebration serving as the largest African American cultural arts festival in East TN. Entertainers, demonstrators, live music performances, dancing, and an African Market Place featuring an array of crafts and food vendors fill this four-day, four-night event!

Thursday, June 20 - Krutch Park & Haley Heritage Square
12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Opening Luncheon featuring Ekpe Abioto and the “I am a Genius” Children’s Choir, a Kuumba Watoto Dance and Drumline performance, Shaka Zulu Connection Stilt Walkers performance, and musical guests Kelle Jolly and The Soul Sax Trio
6:00 p.m. Kuumba Kamp Graduation presentation at Haley Heritage Square featuring Rev. Osagyefo Uhuru Sekou

Friday, June 21 - Downtown Knoxville & Market Square
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Youth Arts Extravaganza
6:00 p.m. JUNKANU (Parade) beginning on Cumberland and Market Street to Market Square featuring festival participants, the original Free Spirit Stilt Walkers, Kuumba Watoto Dance and Drum Line, churches, and community groups who strut, drum, and dance
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. African Market Place on Market Square with traditional crafts, clothing, and foods
8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Musical Performance by raggae band EVER-G & The Crew

Saturday, June 22 - Chilhowee Park
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. African Market Place, World Children’s Village and entertainment
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. First Kuumbathon at the Health & Wellness Area featuring a fusion of dance and drum workouts with Sister Zock
2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Youth Talent and Pep Rally Stage
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Kuumba Watoto Dance and Drum Company and the original Free Spirit Stilt Walkers
8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Musical Performance by American Idol Winner Ruben Studdard and Grammy Nominated Artist Alvin Garrett

Sunday, June 23 - Chilhowee Park
12:00 - 9:00 p.m. African Market Place, World Children’s Village and entertainment
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Gospel in the Park
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Kuumba Watoto Dance and Drum Company and the original Free Spirit Stilt Walkers
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Concerts TBA

For more information, visit www.kuumbafestival.com.

At the Museum of East Tennessee History through August 7. The exhibit provided by the Y-12 History Center, has appeared at a number of prominent venues, most recently at the National Archives and Records Administration's Southeast Region branch in Atlanta. The photographs, many by the Manhattan Project official photographer Ed Westcott, give visitors a firsthand look at life in the Secret City, the war effort, the Cold War, and ongoing research and technology.

The exhibition is open and free to the public.

East Tennessee Historical Society, 601 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Museum hours: Monday-Friday: 9AM-4PM; Saturday: 10AM-4PM; Sunday: 1-5PM. Information: 865-215-8824, www.easttnhistory.org