Press Planner
October
Saturday, Oct 12th
Knoxville Drive Electric Festival
Due to the effects of Hurricane Helene, the Knoxville Drive Electric Festival has been rescheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct 12, at Pellissippi State Community College Main Campus, 10915 Hardin Valley Road. The event is free and open to the public.
This Festival “is set to be the largest electric vehicle event in the Southeast,” a KDEF press release stated. “Last year, it was the top regional event among nearly 300 during National Drive Electric Week, and this year promises to be even bigger. With over 100 electric vehicles on display, a Ride & Drive area, live music, kids zone, food trucks and more, this free festival is packed with fun for everyone.
“Attendees can explore the cost savings, range, power, batteries, infrastructure and smooth, quiet rides that EVs offer,” the release further stated. “More than 40 models, including the latest electric vehicles, will be showcased by owners and local dealers, and some will even be available for test drives. The festival’s music stage, powered by a Ford F-150 Lightning, adds to the excitement. Whether you’re driving or riding, if it’s electric, you’ll find it here — from trucks to cars to motorcycles, even e-bikes.”
For more information, including registration, visit the event page at: driveelectricweek.org/event?eventid=4180.
Tuesday, Oct 15th
Tennessee Artist’s Association meeting
Tennessee Artist’s Association will hold its regular monthly meeting starting at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 15, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6500 Northshore Dr. This meeting is free and open to anyone interested in the arts in East Tennessee. Refreshments will be served.
October’s program will feature Shannon Kelley, an artist and community organizer from Newport.
You can find more about Kelley and her work on Facebook, at tnwildflowerstudio.com and at easttnartscapes.org.
Friday, Oct 25th
Send shelter dogs a BarkBox
Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians partners with Young-Williams Animal Center to send shelter dogs a BarkBox,
“Since dogs are also a girl’s best friend, Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians is partnering with animal shelters across the region to treat pups and support local troops,” a GSSA press release stated. “Knoxville area donors can purchase a BarkBox to donate to a shelter dog at Young-Williams Animal Center. Proceeds stay local and benefit Girl Scout Troops across East Tennessee, funding programming and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
The Girl Scout-themed BarkBox includes a Pose and Play Beret dog toy, which doubles as a wearable hat, Berry Trios treats and instructions on how the pup can earn Puppy Patches. The boxes can be purchased for $25 each, and since the BarkBox is a standalone item, a BarkBox subscription is not necessary. It’s the perfect gift for a shelter dog awaiting a “furever” home.
The Girl Scout BarkBox may be purchased online for a donation at GirlScoutBarkBox.org. Donors can select Young-Williams Animal Center or another participating animal shelter. The boxes are available until Friday, Oct. 25.
Young-Williams Animal Center, a nonprofit organization, serves the needs of lost, abandoned and neglected animals and is the official intake center for the City of Knoxville and Knox County. The center takes in an estimated 11,000 animals each year and focuses on ending pet homelessness, promoting animal welfare and enhancing the human-animal bond.
“Girl Scouts are encouraged to make meaningful contributions to their communities,” said Lynne Fugate, CEO of Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians.
“Through our partnership with Young-Williams Animal Center, we’re empowering our girls to demonstrate compassion and goodwill to the less fortunate, and that includes our four-legged friends,” she added.
Friday, Oct 25th
Knoxville Opera 2024-25 season
Knoxville Opera announces what it labels a “sensational 2024-25 season lineup, combining classic operatic masterpieces with modern, innovative performances.”
The main stage season will set sail Oct. 25 and Oct. 27 with Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic gem “The Pirates of Penzance” in historic Tennessee Theatre, Gay Street downtown. “Under the energetic stage direction of Dean Anthony and the musical mastery of conductor Joseph Mechavich, audiences can expect a swashbuckling ride filled with humor, romance and lyrical brilliance that the whole family will love.”
Step into the romantic streets of 19th-century Paris with Puccini’s “La Bohème.” on Jan. 31 and Feb. 2, 2025. “Once again led by the creative vision of Anthony and conducted by the distinguished Michelle Rofrano, this beloved opera will weave a tale of love, passion and heartbreak amidst the Bohemian lifestyle of struggling artists,” a KO press release stated. “With its soaring melodies and poignant storytelling, you won’t want to miss your chance to experience the enduring power of love and art.”
Next spring, May 14 and May 16-18, experience Byron Au Yong and Aaron Jafferis’ contemporary “comic-rap-scrap-metal-opera, ‘Stuck Elevator’. This unique and impactful theatrical experience, co-produced with Knoxville’s River and Rail Theatre Company, will be directed by Keturah Stickann and conducted by the exceptional Judith Yan.”
Visit www.knoxvilleopera.org/for tickets or 865-524-0795.
Sunday, Oct 27th
2024 Harvest Fest
Shop Farragut-Farragut Business Alliance and Town of Farragut will host 2024 Harvest Fest, labeled an “Autumn Tradition” by its presentors, from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 27, in Village Green Shopping Center parking lot, 11505 Kingston Pike in Farragut. Entry to event is free and open to the public.
“Shop Farragut will assemble vendors from across the Farragut and Knox County business community,” a Shop Farragut/FBA press release stated. “The Festival will feature 40-plus retail and promotional booths, including food and beverage vendors.
“Local live entertainment, prizes and giveaways and our annual Festival Halloween Costume Contest” are featured, the release further stated. “Costume categories include Best Pet, Best Individual Under 16, Best Individual Over 16, Best Family/Group, Best Baby and Judges’ Choice.
Guest judges are Town Vice Mayor Scott Meyer; Lauren Morgan, District 5 Knox County Board of Education representative and local radio morning host Joey Tack.
Entertainment begins at 2 p.m. with EmiSunshine; first round of Costume Judging begins at 3:30 p.m.
School of Rock will perform starting at 4 p.m., with second round of Costume Judging beginning at 5:15 p.m.
Non-perishable food items will be collected for The Shepherd of Hope Food Pantry. Visit www.faithloves.org/shepherd-of-hope-food-pantry for a list of needed items.
Media sponsors are farragutpress and 105.3 WFIV-FM.
For more information, visit shopfarragut.com
November
Tuesday, Nov 12th
Morning Pointe Foundation Seniors Got Talent
Fourth Annual Morning Pointe Foundation Seniors Got Talent variety show, in partnership with Morning Pointe Senior Living, is introducing some big changes this year, including a lowered age of competition and additional prize money.
The 2024 Knoxville show will take place beginning at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 12, in The Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay St. in downtown Knoxville. Ten local senior acts will compete.
This year, the Foundation has lowered the minimum age of contestants from 62 to 60, opening the doors to a wider variety of talent in the Greater Knoxville community.
“Seniors Got Talent is open to any talented seniors (not just Morning Pointe campus residents),” a MP press release stated. “Acts have included singers, musicians, dancers, poets, comedians and more.”
More changes for this year’s Seniors Got Talent show include an increase in prize winnings. The grand-prize winner will receive $1,000, with $500 going to the second-place winner and $250 awarded to the third-place winner.
Online auditions are open now at morningpointefoundation.com/events/seniors-got-talent/, and in-person auditions will take place from Sept. 24 through Oct. 6 at local Morning Pointe Senior Living campuses. Tickets will be $10 and will go on sale in October.
Tuesday, Nov 26th
Afterschool Art
Afterschool Art runs from 2:30 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 26. Cost is $4 per child (ages 6 through 12). No experience is required. “This class allows students of all ages, skill levels and interests to explore art in a fun and ever-evolving environment,” a Town press release stated.
No registration is required. To see all upcoming classes and events, visit farragutparksandrec.org/programsandevents.
For more information, contact Recreation and Event manager Rachel Malone at rmalone@townoffarragut.org or call 865-218-3375.
The Auction ’24 helps JoJo, vet
Smoky Mountain Service Dogs was 2024 Selected Charity during Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce 37th Annual The Auction Charity Gala and Dinner Affair — with presenting sponsor First US Bank — which was held in The Venue in Lenoir City Thursday evening, Oct. 3. Among the highlights was a Silent Auction to get the evening started, which was mixed in with networking and cocktails in The Venue’s L-shaped lobby and held from 6 to 7:15 p.m. After participants enjoyed dinner to begin things in the ballroom, which was catered by Classy Caterer, it was Rick Terry, owner of Rick Terry Jewelry Designs in Farragut and event’s Bling Sponsor, and emcee Julie Blaylock, FWKCC president/CEO, who announced the grand winner of “Bling Sponsor Fun.” One hundred attendees each purchased a $20 box of sterling silver Cubic Zirconia earrings — except one of the 100 tiny boxes actually contained the “Real 2.0 total carat diamond and white gold earrings.”
Read MoreCain-‘Kane’ a Town-County water relief tandem
From Alex Cain, new Town of Farragut Alderman representing the North Ward, to Knox County Mayor Glenn “Kane” Jacobs — with help from Town officials — Farragut and the county each contributed big-time with water bottle drives to help Hurricane Helene victims in Upper East Tennessee late last week. While Jacobs helped lead the county’s effort in a Knoxville-based water drive Saturday, Oct. 5, from the Town side of things came a water donation drive spearheaded by Cain and Town administrator David Smoak — along with help from several Town employees and at least one local business — in the parking lot of Faith Promise Church, West End Avenue, from early morning to early afternoon, Friday, Oct. 4. The result, according to Cain, was roughly 12,000 cases (each case having from 40 to 48 bottles ranging from 16 to 20 ounces) collected, which was “two full dump trucks plus a Town of Farragut pick-up truck equivalent of water collected today. … And that doesn’t count three extra vans full” from Protech Automotive Solutions/Caliber Collision. As for what prompted the Town’s response, “Monday, (a local radio station) and The Sports Animal (radio), they were doing a supply drive at their radio station, and they had a company bring them a semi-truck trailer, and their goal was to fill the trailer,” Cain said.
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