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March

Friday, Mar 13th 2026-2028 Community Investment Grants process United Way of Greater Knoxville (UWGK) released its Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the 2026-2028 Community Investment Grants process, inviting nonprofit organizations serving to apply. First-stage applications will be accepted from Feb. 19 to March 13. To support interested applicants, UWGK will host Nonprofit Information Sessions, providing an overview of funding priorities, the application process and key dates, as well as time for questions. Sessions are organized based on where organizations are headquartered. Advanced registration is required, and registration details are available at uwgk.org. Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to review the full Notice of Funding Opportunity and application materials at uwgk.org prior to the sessions.
Tuesday, Mar 17th MEDIC March incentives MEDIC is celebrating donors this month with incentives to reward them for their time and blood donation. All month, donors may receive a MEDIC Orange Tee or skip their gift and MEDIC will donate $5 to Ronald McDonald House. Now through Friday, March 13, all new donors will receive a $25 e-gift card. Tuesday, March 17, donors receive a special edition St. Patrick’s Day shirt. Appointments can be made online at www.medicblood.org, via the MEDIC app, or by calling 865-524-3074.
Wednesday, Mar 18th Knoxville Newcomers Club Join Knoxville Newcomers Club for lunch and a program on Wednesday, March 18, at 11:30 a.m. at Bearden Banquet Hall, 5806 Kingston Pike. Speaker will be April Timko from Street Hope. Call 865-254-5889 by Friday, March 13, for reservations.
Saturday, Mar 21st Ijams River Rescue Volunteers are needed for the 37th annual Ijams River Rescue on Saturday, March 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Potential volunteers can learn more and sign up for a cleanup site at Ijams.org/ijams-river-rescue. The dead- line to register is Sunday, March 15, or until all slots have been filled. Bags, gloves, and other supplies will be provided.
Saturday, Mar 28th Sunshine Open Sunshine Services invites golfers, businesses and community partners to participate in and sponsor the Sunshine Open: $1,000,000 Hole-in-One Challenge & Golf Tournament on Saturday, March 28, at Avalon Golf & Country Club. This inaugural event raises funds to support Sunshine Services’ mission of providing person-centered supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Team and corporate sponsorship packages are available. Visit www.sunshineservicesknox.org for registration and sponsorship details.

April

Wednesday, Apr 1st “Farragut Focus: A Creative Community” The Farragut Museum has opened a new temporary exhibit on Farragut artists titled “Farragut Focus: A Creative Community.” The exhibit features local artists including visual, performing, musical, etc., and will be open through April. The Farragut Museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 11 am – 2 pm, and admission is free.
Wednesday, Apr 8th Legal Advice Clinic Any veteran seeking legal help is encouraged to attend the Legal Advice Clinic for Veterans on Wednesday, April 8 from noon to 2 p.m. at Knox County Public Defender’s Community Law Office, 1101 Liberty St. This is a general advice clinic with a wide variety of legal issues. For more information, contact LAET at 865-637-0484.
Saturday, Apr 11th Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon volunteers needed Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon organizers need volunteers during the two-day event on Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12. Visit runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/TN/Knoxville/KnoxvilleMarathon to register and choose the day, time and task that best suits individual or group preferences.
Thursday, Apr 23rd Monte Carlo Casino Night Scholarship Fundraiser Monte Carlo Casino Night Scholarship Fundraiser, hosted by the Professional Women in Building Council of Home Builders Association of Greater Knoxville, will be held Thursday, April 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. at 5200 Holston Hills Road. Tickets are $125 per guest. Visit https://www.hbaknoxville.com or email cbowen@hbaknoxville.com to learn more.

May

Friday, May 15th Sporting Clays Tournament Mission of Hope announces its 3rd Annual Sporting Clays Tournament, scheduled for Friday, May 15, at Iron Mountain Sporting Clays in Kodak, Tennessee. This event welcomes shooters of all skill levels for a day of friendly competition while supporting Mission of Hope’s work to bring help, hope and joy to families in need across rural Appalachia. Proceeds from the tournament will support Mission of Hope’s core outreach programs, which make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families each year. Individuals, teams, and sponsors are invited to register by visiting missionofhope.org/clay-tournament or by calling 865-584-7571. Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and individuals eager to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Final Honor Air flight scheduled for April 8

Wednesday, April 8, Knoxville’s McGhee Tyson Airport will host what is expected to be the community’s final Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. Four of those veterans taking flight in April are from Farragut. Of those, Chester Fox, a Marine Corps veteran, and Glenn Sisco, who served in the Navy, are hoping to see the Vietnam Memorial. “I’ve seen pictures of [the memorial], and I hope I can stand it to see all that,” said Fox, who added he served in “all of ’67” in Vietnam. “I’ve never been to the memorial,” said Sisco, who served in Vietnam from 1962 to 1966. “I have a couple of friends who were killed the war. I hope to see their names on the memorial. “As a service person, we’re so fortunate to walk up to the memorial,” he added. “Some others couldn’t. It’s humbling.” In the Marine Corps, Fox was a combat engineer. To gain a seat on the Honor Air flight, “my oldest boy, he flies for American Airlines,” Fox said. “He arranged it some way. He’s hoping to join me there. “I hadn’t even heard about [Honor Air flights before], but it’s pretty exciting,” he added. For Sisco, “my wife kept encouraging me to go [on the flight],” he said. “I looked it up and found out it was going to be the last one.” So, he filled out an application and was chosen.

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Webb School welcomes spring with annual ArtXtravanza

Webb School of Knoxville is continuing its tradition and holding its annual spring ArtsXtravaganza to showcase community and student artists. The event, featuring acrylic artist Vicky Reddish, will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 27; from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m., Saturday, March 28; and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, March 29, on Webb School campus’ Lee Athletic Center at 9800 Webb School Lane. ‘There is an incredible sense of pride in hosting Artxtravaganza,” said Joy Edwards, event coordinator. “It’s more than just an art show; it’s a moment where the walls of our venue come alive with the collective imagination of the community. “Seeing months of planning culminate in a space filled with conversation, connection and creativity is deeply rewarding,” she said. The show will feature “an extraordinary selection of fine art from nearly 70 professional artists from across the region and beyond,” Edwards said.

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