Calendar of Events

“Nikon Small World” is a traveling exhibit of 20 award winning photomicrographs featuring science subjects on the nano scale. See the unseen. AMSE Lobby.

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

“Clinton Engineer Works (CEW) Real Estate Maps” detail the property boundaries before acquisition by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The exhibit consists of 13 maps, one index map, and maps of segments A-K and O. An indexed listing of landowners associated with the properties is also available. AMSE Lobby.

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

Saturday, June 14
10:00AM - Class of 2014 Autograph Session at WBHOF
5:30PM - Gala reception at the Tennessee Theatre
7:00PM - 2014 Induction Ceremony at the Tennessee Theatre
9:00 - Post-induction Celebration at the Tennessee Theatre

WBHOF Special Hours of Operation
Friday, June 13, 10:00AM-2:00PM
Saturday, June 14, 10:00AM-4:00PM (Free Admission)
Sunday, June 15, 8:00AM-2:00PM

For more information regarding the 2014 Induction Ceremony please call
9865) 633-9000 or visit www.WBHOF.com.

Three-day, two-night camping and poetry writing trip at Firefly Farms, a working farm and artists' retreat nestled in the rolling hills of Knoxville, Tennessee. Taught by poets Erin Elizabeth Smith, T.A. Noonan, and Rhonda Lott, this trip provides an opportunity to create and edit work while collaborating with other talented writers from across the country in order to promote personal and professional success in creative writing. Designed for current and recently graduated undergraduate students. For students who are considering graduate programs, this trip provides an excellent opportunity to refine portfolio work and generate more.

The total cost rests around $200 and includes all food and drink, transportation to and from the airport, and all on-site amenities. Tents, sleeping bags, and other outdoor equipment are available to rent upon arrival. Space is limited to 10 poets, so reserve your spot early! (A deposit of $50 is required to hold your spot, with payment in full due by June 1st, 2014. Payment plans are available.)

Sundress Academy for the Arts: 195 Tobby Hollow Ln, Knoxville, TN 37931, (865) 560-6106, safta@sundresspublications.com, http://www.sundresspublications.com/safta.

Part of Tennessee Theatre's Summer Movie Magic Lineup. Screenings on June 13 (8:00 PM) & June 15 (2:00 PM).

$8 adult, $6 children under 12 and seniors 65 and over; Subscriptions are $35 adult and $25 children and seniors.

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

June 13 – 14 AMSE Special $1.00 Admission for all ages during the two-day Secret City Festival. AMSE is open from 9 am – 5 pm Monday – Saturday and 1 – 5 pm on Sunday

June 13 – 14 “Oak Ridge: World War II Secret City” is AMSE’s flagship permanent exhibition highlighting the building of the city, the construction of the three plants to enrich uranium for the first atomic weapon, and the lifestyle of the people from 1942 – 1945 featuring photographs, artifacts, models, and audiovisuals.

June 13 – 14 “AMSE’s 1940’s Flattop House” with original furnishings is an outdoor exhibition available to tour during regular museum hours.

June 13 – “ORNL Graphite Reactor Tour with Guide Commentary” at 10 am and 4 pm. Registration begins at 9 am at the ORNL Table set-up outside under the solar panels at AMSE. Must be U.S. citizen, at least 10 years of age, and have Photo ID. Seating limited. Some restrictions apply. Board Bus at AMSE 15 minutes before departure. Allow 90 minutes for bus tour from AMSE to Graphite Reactor and return to AMSE.
June 13 “Finding Your Family Members in the ‘A’ Awards” presented by Joel Walker, Education Specialist, with the National Archives at Atlanta. Come take a look at the digitized records of the ‘A’ Awards honoring the many workers of the World War II Manhattan Project from 10 am – 12 noon and 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the lobby at AMSE. The National Archives at Atlanta has the largest holdings of the Atomic Energy Commission records in the country. These records include the accounts of the Manhattan Project and the early years of Oak Ridge.

June 14 “ORNL Graphite Reactor Tour with Guide Commentary at 10 am, 12 noon, 2 pm and 4 pm. Registration begins at 9 am at the ORNL Table set-up outside under the solar panels at AMSE. Must be U.S. citizen, at least 10 years of age, and have a photo ID. Seating limited. Some restrictions apply. Board Bus at AMSE 15 minutes before departure. Allow 90 minutes for bus tour from AMSE to Graphite Reactor and return to 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

Jeff Gordon is pleased to announce the upcoming CCC Extravaganza! Our Tenth Anniversary feature will be a towering classic – The Mark of Zorro! Guaranteed to appeal to movie fans of all ages and tastes, The Mark of Zorro is a film brimming over with rousing energy, perfectly in keeping with the special celebratory nature of our June evening. Film following a most convivial buffet dinner. Advanced Ticketing Only – Seating is Limited, So Please Act Soon.

Cost: $25/person Menu: BBQ Pork and Grilled Chicken, Salad and Mixed Vegetables, Grilled Potatoes, Dessert and Beverages. Cash Bar for Beer; Bring your own Wine.

Info: cccextravaganza10@aol.com or 865-242-2148
At Bearden Banquet Hall (behind Buddy’s BBQ) 5806 Kingston Pike Knoxville, TN 37919

Knoxville’s Unique Live Music Experience

Big band swing will be the theme. The 17-member Streamliners Swing Orchestra will keep the dance floor crowded till 9:30 after a smaller combo, led by Streamliners vocalist, Kayley Farmer, opens the show.

Admission is $15 for general admission and $10 for museum members and college students with valid ID. Ages 17 and under are admitted free. Free parking, non-smoking, casually elegant atmosphere, 2 cash bars, delicious food, family friendly, and great for a date! Friday evenings @ 6:00-8:30 pm. All tickets are sold at the door. No reservations required.

Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37916. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10AM-5PM; Sunday, 1-5PM. Information: 865-525-6101, www.knoxart.org

Ever spent the night at Knoxville Zoo? Come join us for a night of adventure!
Friday, June 13
Saturday, August 9
Friday, October 3

All participants must be age 6 or above.
Knoxville Zoo, 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive, Knoxville, TN 37914. Open every day except Christmas. Information: 865-637-5331, www.knoxville-zoo.org

A showing of the movie, “Gravity,” starring Sandra Bullock will be in the Sharon Lawson Room of the Library after the library is closed, so enter the library through the outside door to the Sharon Lawson Room - on the Employee Parking Lot end of the building.

Blount County Public Library, 508 N. Cusick Street, Maryville, TN. Information: 865-982-0981, www.blountlibrary.org

R&M Tribute Entertainment and TCB Shows return to Oak Ridge to present Legendary Tributes. The entertainment will be held at High Places Community Church – The Grove Theater located at 123 Randolph Street, Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Admission is $15.00 per person. A portion of the show proceeds will be donated to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and High Places Community Church.

The show will feature Terry Turner as Neil Diamond and Tom Jones. Ronnie Miller will perform as Engelbert Humperdinck and a tribute to the BeeGees. In addition both Terry Turner and Ronnie Miller will perform a ’70 era stage style tribute to the King of Rock n Roll-“Elvis Presley.”

Contact Missy Miller to purchase advance reserved seats at (865) 684-6082/ tribute.entertainment.com or Carole Polk at (205) 567-2556/ carole@tcbshows.com. Credit/debit card are accepted.

Join Strata-G for an evening of sweet tunes featuring The Tim Hughes Quartet at the Emporium Center for Arts & Culture, 100 S. Gay Street #201 Knoxville, TN 37902. Live and silent auctions, regional art, and southern inspired hors d'oeuvres. Proceeds will benefit KARM (Knox Area Rescue Ministries). $50/single or $85/pair. For tickets and information, please contact RSVP@stratag.org.