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• Sidewalks become canvases at Chalk the Plaza, a new Farragut event Saturday, May 31, at Mayor Ralph McGill Plaza (101 N. Campbell Station Road).
The artists get to work at 10 a.m., competing in a fun and friendly sidewalk chalk art contest. Whether you’re a solo artist or part of a group, everyone is invited to showcase your creativity. Registration at townoffarragut.org/register has been extended through Thursday, May 22; only one member of each group needs to register. From 1 to 6 p.m., visitors can peruse the chalk art and enjoy a mini art market featuring local vendors, delicious eats from food trucks and a lively kids zone.
For more information, contact Tourism manager Hallie Reid at hreid@townoffarragut.org or call 865-966-7057.
• The public is invited to a free workshop offered by Town of Farragut Community Development Department starting at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, May 29, in Farragut Town Hall (11408 Municipal Center Drive).
This informative session will cover zoning regulations and other land-use provisions directly impacting homeowners. Attendees also will get answers to frequently asked questions about homeowner-specific guidelines. Workshop will include information about Town’s Property Maintenance Division: its mission, the code enforcement process and the most common violations. Information about opportunities to support neighbors who are struggling to maintain their properties also will be available.
For more information, contact Community Development director Mark Shipley at mshipley@townoffarragut.org or call 865-966-7057.
