October
Wednesday, Oct 22nd
Donate a BarkBox
Girl Scouts of the Southern Appalachians have partnered with Knoxville’s local shelter, Young-Williams Animal Center, to support shelter dogs and help fund Girl Scout programs in our community. Knoxville area donors can purchase a BarkBox to donate to a shelter dog at Young-Williams Animal Center. The Girl Scout-themed BarkBox includes a toy marshmallow stick, Berry Trio treats and instructions on how the pup can earn Puppy Patches. The boxes can be purchased for $30 each. Proceeds benefit Girl Scout troops across East Tennessee, funding programming and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
The Girl Scout BarkBox may be purchased for a donation online at secure.qgiv.com/for/barkbox/event/girlscoutsxbarkbox25/. Donors can select Young-Williams Animal Center or another participating animal shelter. The boxes are available until Wednesday, Oct. 22.
Wednesday, Oct 22nd
“The Fun With Chemistry Show"
Celebrate National Chemistry Week (NCW) 2025 with Dr. Al Hazari’s 35th annual presentation of “The Fun With Chemistry Show.” It will be held Wednesday, Oct. 22, 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 555 Buehler Hall at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK). Kids ages 2 to 102 years are invited to attend this free event. For questions, contact Dr. Hazari at ahazari@utk.edu. Free parking is available in the UTK Parking Garage (White Avenue and 11th Street) from 6 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, Oct 26th
Harvest Fest
2:00PM - 6:00PM, Village Green Shopping Center, 11505 Kingston Pike, Farragut, TN 37934
Join the Farragut Business Alliance at Harvest Fest for a celebration of all things fall in East Tennessee.
This event features a wide variety of retail and promotional booths, including food and beverage vendors and entertainment. Be sure to participate in the Halloween costume contest. This is a free event and we look forward to seeing you there.
Sunday, Oct 26th
St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church Gift of the Month
St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sugarwood Drive in Farragut, has announced its Gift of the Month for Mobile Meals. Mobile Meals serves over 1,100 hot, nutritious meals to seniors living in Knox County every weekday. Meals are delivered on holidays. For Christmas, gift bags are handed out to each person. To make gift bags, St. Elizabeth’s is collecting: footie Socks with tread, small lotion, square boxes of tissue, nightlights or small flashlights, magnifying glasses and large print puzzle books.
The Drive By to Drop Off is on Sunday, Oct. 26 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the church parking lot.
Thursday, Oct 30th
Harvest Jam
5:00PM - 8:00PM, Pinnacle at Turkey Creek, 11251 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934
Fall into fun at Harvest Jam, Pinnacle Turkey Creek’s annual autumn celebration. Join us for an evening filled with festive vibes, local flavor and community spirit. This family-friendly event features: • Live music • Trick-or-treating for kids • Pop-up vendors and shopping • Photo ops, giveaways and more
Thursday, Oct 30th
Turkey Creek Medical Center Fall Festival
Turkey Creek Medical Center, which is part of Tennova Healthcare, will host a Fall Festival from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30, at the medical center, 1020 Parkside Drive.
“Join us for a spooktacular evening of family fun at our annual Fall Festival event,” a TCMC press release stated. “Bring the little ones out in their best costumes for a safe, fun and festive Halloween celebration right here at Turkey Creek Medical Center.
“This is a free community event, and all are welcome,” the release further stated.
The event is being held at Lobby B. Parking will be available near the Lobby B entrance.
November
Saturday, Nov 1st
Tennessee Student Poetry Contest and Tennessee Collegiate Poetry Contest
The Poetry Society of Tennessee (PST)’s Tennessee Student Poetry Contest and Tennessee Collegiate Poetry Contest are open for submission. The contests are free to enter and open to Tennessee-based students in grades 2-12 and at any level of college study. Winners will receive prizes, and first-place poems will be published in Tennessee Voices Anthology, 2025-2026, PST’s anthology of winning and other selected poems. E-mail or postmark deadline for the Tennessee Student Poetry Contests competition is Feb. 10, 2026. Find guidelines at www.poetrytennessee.org/pststudentcontests.html. Entries for the Tennessee Collegiate Poetry Contest must be submitted via e-mail by Nov. 1. Guidelines are available at poetrytennessee.org/pstcollegiate.html.
Saturday, Nov 1st
Outdoor Farmers Market Season
Dixie Lee Farmers Market is well under way with its Outdoor Farmers Market Season from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Nov. 1 at The Reniassance - Farragut, 12740 Kingston Pike.
“We are committed to bringing you the freshest and most delicious fruits, vegetables, and other locally sourced products,” a DL Farmers Market press release stated.” Our farmers work hard to bring their harvest to your table, and our artisans craft unique products that you won’t find anywhere else.”
December
Friday, Dec 5th
Cathedrals: An Advent Night of Worship
St. John Neumann Catholic Church will present Cathedrals: An Advent Night of Worship on Friday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m at 633 St. John Court in Farragut. This concert event will feature acclaimed Christian artists Matt Maher and Sarah Kroger. Tickets are on sale now. General admission tickets are $30 and VIP tickets are $75. VIPs have access to special seating, heavy hors d’oeuvres and drinks along with a meet & greet before the concert. Tickets can be purchased at www.itickets.com/events/484242.html.
