Calendar of Events

Tuesday, June 22, 2021
7:00 - 8:30 pm EST
Hosted via Zoom
Ticket and Auction information is below

The Circle of Change Awards are closely tied to Community Shares mission of promoting a more just & caring community through supporting the work of more than 30 social justice member organizations working to address the root causes of poverty, hunger, racism, and seeking positive changes on a systemic level. The Circle of Change awards honor those in our community who give significant time and energy in the service of social change. There are six awards given out.

The Danny Mayfield Champion of Change Award goes to a leader in our community who has championed an initiative or campaign whose goal is to change conditions that create injustice. Our 2020/21 honoree is Drocella Mugorawera. In her native country of Rwanda, Drocella was responsible for significant environmental reform, including implementing a land reform system that allowed women to inherit land for the first time in addition to using her position in the government to work on restoring peace and transitional justice efforts. After fleeing to the United States in 2008 she became involved in a number of social and environmental issues, becoming the Director of Bridge Refugee Services a few years ago. At Bridge she has shown leadership in advocating on behalf of refugees and immigrants helping to lead several community wide rallies and events in support and working to get both the state of Tennessee, Knoxville and Knox County to vote to allow refugee resettlement to continue.

The Artist of Change Award is presented to an artist or group of artists who uses their art to create or demonstrate a connection between their art and social change. Our 2020/21 honoree is Cheryl Prose for the Me Too Art Project. This project uses visual art to give a voice to survivors of sexual assault and abuse through artistic storytelling. It is designed to give survivors of sexual violence another vehicle by which to speak their truth about their experience, be a means by which to hold perpetrators accountable, raise awareness of the epidemic of sexual harassment and assault, and be a means by which solidarity is shown- without regard to gender- with and to those who have experienced this type of life-altering attack.

The Gardener of Change Award honors an educator who teaches their students to think critically about issues of injustice (locally, nationally or internationally) and encourages them to take action. Our 2020/21 honoree is Corey Hodge. Corey teaches proficiency in math and science to 4th graders at Maynard Elementary but is dedicated to also teaching them the importance of having grit and strength – qualities he observed in his hardworking single mom during her brief life. He works to help marginalized kids overcome not only their own troubles, but the low expectations that society sometimes places on them.

The Seed of Change Award is given to a young person who has shown leadership, vision and courage in addressing injustice. Our 2020/21 honoree is Sarah Margaret Hutchison for her work with Allies of Knoxville’s Immigrant Neighbors (AKIN). She has served on an advisory committee, the jail track team, and the steering committee while also helping with research, advocacy, and community-building. As a young white woman working on immigration issues, she models what it is to be a good ally to affected communities: she listens, she engages in one-on-one conversation, and she helps redirect white friends who may be operating in ways that impede productive allyship.

The Institution for Change Award goes to an institution that demonstrates socially conscious practices in the community. Our 2020/21 honoree is The Highlander Center. Although this award is not typically given to a Community Shares member group, the Highlander Center is being honored for their steadfast commitment to fighting for social justice even in the midst of adversity and attack. In March 2019, white supremacists burned down Highlander’s administrative offices leaving racist graffiti as their signature. Highlander’s staff and board showed their resilience by continuing their work without a break.

The Campaign for Change Award honors a recent campaign that has worked in pursuit of social change included grassroots support and has/had a significant impact on a constituency or the community at large. Our 2020/21 honoree is KITA (Knoxville Immigrant Transit Assistance). KITA is a collective that came about when ICE began moving asylum seekers out of the family detention facilities in Texas and Arizona and they started coming through the Knoxville Greyhound bus station on their way to meet family and friends in other parts of the country. They organized supporters to meet several buses a day to offer food, translation help, medicine, clothes and other needs to thousands of immigrants passing through Knoxville.

COST: DONATION OF ANY SIZE
https://www.communitysharestn.org/circle-of-change

TENNESSEE THEATRE IN-PERSON SUMMER CAMP
JUNE 21-25
FROM 9AM-12PM FOR AGES 8-11 AND 1PM-4PM FOR AGES 12-15
Mary Poppins summer camp is an immersive arts education program that introduces students to many aspects of theater-making through the lens of Mary Poppins, and will remind campers that anything can happen if we recognize the magic of everyday life. Instruction will be led by Amanda Taylor, Theatre Teacher at Beaumont Magnet Academy, and will feature activities throughout the Tennessee Theatre building and a special screening of the film. Camp sessions will explore characters, setting, time period, theme and motivation, music, and more!

Camp fee for each student is $100. Each camper will receive a bag that includes materials needed for the camp, a lesson binder, Tennessee Theatre sticker, and Tennessee Theatre coloring pages and activity sheets. Camp bags will be provided on the first day of camp and used again each day.

Register at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/lzaavZ8V1lrvwpbHg-liXw?t=1622756239

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

https://www.knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com/

Summer Term at KCT’s Creative Dramatics Academy consists of 5 days of intensive sessions. Most classes will culminate in a showcase presentation for family and friends at the end of the term. The cost for the week varies by class. To reserve a spot in any class, or for more information use the online submission form at knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com. You will receive registration information, via e-mail, upon inquiry. 50% of the class fee must be received upon enrollment to guarantee admission.

AGES 4 – 5
Tiny Thespians: Presents the Crayon Book of Numbers

Ages 6 – 7
Page to Stage: Under the Sea
Page to Stage: How to Catch a Dinosaur
Page to Stage: Monster Academy

Ages 8 – 10
Introduction to Acting, Ages 8 & 9
Introduction to Acting: Life in Narnia Ages 8 to 10
Introduction to Acting, Wonderful World of Dahl Ages 8 to 10

Ages 10 & 11
Intro to Acting, Ages 10 & 11
Intro to Improv, Ages 10 & 11
Introduction to Acting, Into the Wardrobe, Ages 10 & 11

Ages 12 & up
Intro to Acting, Ages 12 & Up
Intro to Acting, Ages 12 & Up, Into the Wardrobe
Intro to Improv, Ages 12 & Up 6
Musical Theatre: Move, Sing, Act! 12 & Up

Technical Classes
Costume Design for Animal Characters
Advanced Audition – Self Taping and Online Auditions
Lighting for the Stage
Beyond Tie-Dye

For many of our classes, we require no experience for enrollment. Acting classes are kept small so the instructor is able to meet the student where they are and help guide them individually through personalized feedback. We try to clearly identify classes that require experience, such as some workshops and for our advanced classes.

Week 1: Monday, June 14 – Friday, June 18
Week 2: Monday, June 21 – Friday, June 25
Week 3: Monday, June 28 – Friday, July 2
NO CLASSES July 4 – July 11
Week 4: Monday, July 12 – Friday, July 16
Week 5: Monday, July 19 – Friday, July 23
Week 6: Monday, July 26 – Friday, July 30

Monday-Friday 9am-4pm
Cost:$225 per week or $50 per day.

Dancers Studio is offering a day camp experience that is full of fun with dance, games, arts and crafts, snack time and much more! Give the kids something fun and constructive to do with their time off! Athletic attire recommended!

1. WEAR A MASK – Enter through the back door. During this time we will have no visitors.
2. BRING YOUR LUNCH – 2 snacks will be provided daily. No backpacks or luggage.
3. WASH YOUR HANDS – We will work throughout the day to disinfect different areas of the studio.

Call 865.584.9636 to reserve your spot!
https://www.dancersstudioknox.com/

June 11 - July 21, 2021

• Participants must have taken a class within the past year.
• A virtual tour of the show will be made available on June 11.
• Enjoy pieces from the instructors, too!

Awards:
• People’s Choice Awards will be voted on through the month of June and will be announced the beginning of July
• Vote for your three favorite pieces

Fountain City Art Center, 213 Hotel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37918. Hours: Tu-Th 9-5, or by appointment. Information: 865-357-2787, www.fountaincityartcenter.com

Opens Friday June 11th, 5-8 PM
The show will be up the whole month of June.
The artist is Aaron Joseph Arroyave.

https://www.ajaartwork.com/about/

214 Magnolia, 214 W. Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917. Friday 5-8, Saturday 12-4, and by appointment, via IG button, during the week: https://www.instagram.com/214magnolia/. 865-337-7106 or https://www.214magnolia.com/

"Art Thru The Window #4" at Broadway Studios and Gallery.

Featuring our resident artists. Art Show through the glass.

1127 N. Broadway, Knoxville TN 37917. Open hours vary, call for appointment, inquiries and purchases: 865-556-8676

https://www.ijams.org/preschool-summer-camp

Preschool Summer Camp focuses on child-led, age-appropriate, and experiential learning for children ages 3-5. Most of the day is spent outdoors, exploring nature and making a strong connection with the environment. Children learn through play, discovery, and inquiry. Not only do children develop a solid foundation for lifelong learning but also cultivate a love of nature that is the basis for a conservation ethic later in life. Each session is a combination of outdoor play, nature hikes, and animal presentations. Special crafts, art projects, and/or hands-on activities throughout the week allow campers to explore different topics based on their interests. Preschool camp is held Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Preschool Summer Camp Dates and Themes
Week 1: June 7-11 – Little Silly Scientists
Week 2: June 14-18 – Preschool Camp ROCKS
Week 3: June 21-25 – It’s the Circle of Life
Week 4: June 28-July 2 – Down ‘n’ Dirty
Week 5: July 5-9 – Fuzzy and Feathered Friends
Week 6: July 12-16 – It’s Easy Being Green
Week 7: July 19-23 – Wet ‘n’ Wild
Week 8: July 26-30 – Creepy Crawlies

Exciting explorations, awesome adventures, and delightful discoveries await your child at Ijams Nature Center’s Nature Adventure Camp! Ijams specializes in curating summer camps for curious kids. Whether your child is a budding ecologist, future veterinarian, or an outdoor explorer, Ijams camps offer a unique summer experience. All Ijams camp programs are designed and led by environmental educators and naturalists who bring their knowledge of science, nature, and animals on each exciting adventure. ​

Summer camps are offered for children ages 6-12. Before- and after-care is available for an additional fee.

2021 WEEKLY CAMP DATES AND THEMES​
Session 1 (June 7-11) – Survival of the Fittest
Session 2 (June 14-18) – H2Olympics (Mid-Summer Games)
Session 3 (June 21-25) – Branching Out!
Session 4 (June 28-July 2) – South Knoxville Summer Safari
Session 5 (July 5-9) – Survival of the Fittest
Session 6 (July 12-16) – H2Olympics (Late-Summer Games)
Session 7 (July 19-23) – Branching Out!
Session 8 (July 26-30) – South Knoxville Summer Safari

https://www.ijams.org/nature-adventure-camp

Start date: June 7, 2021
End date: July 30, 2021

Who is ready for summertime? The snow is fun, but nothing compares to the freedom of summer. With that, we are thrilled to announce our 2021 summer camp sessions! New this year will be a camp for 12-14 year-olds in June and a week of half-days for 4-5 year-olds. Check out our website to see the camp descriptions and register: https://ag.tennessee.edu/utg/Pages/camps.aspx.

We have limited camp scholarships available.

Our plan is to have camp in-person while following university policies, especially regarding the Covid-19 situation. Spaces are extremely limited, so register early to reserve your space! If, after registering, you determine your camper will not be able to attend you can apply the fee to a different week in 2021 or 2022 (or request a refund). Contact Whitney Welch if you have any questions about camp.

Start date: June 7, 2021
End date: July 23, 2021

Brain-boosting camps are back at Muse Knoxville with unique topics focused on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Your child will love the immersive, hands-on activities, and you’ll love how much they’re learning! Advanced registration is required.​
Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 3:00pm | Outdoors

JUNE 7-11, 14-18, and 21-25 CAMPS – Rising 1st – 4th Grade
$200/week for Muse Members or $230/week for Non Members
Camps will primarily be held outdoors under tents
Mask wearing will likely be required indoors for ages 5+
Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 12:00pm | Indoors

JULY 12-16 and 19-23 CAMPS – Rising PreK* – 1st Grade
$140/week for Muse Members or $160/week for Non Members
*PreK campers must be at least 4 years old and potty trained
Camps will be held indoors, but outdoor time will happen each day, weather permitting
Mask wearing will likely be required indoors for ages 5+

https://www.themuseknoxville.org/camps

The majority of artwork done by Gin Lizzy is portraiture (in many colors)!

https://ginlizzyart.blogspot.com
https://www.instagram.com/ginlizzyartist/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtByGinLizzy

Lox Salon, 103 W Jackson Ave, Knox, TN 37902. Open Mon-Sat
http://loxsalon.com/