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January

Sunday, Jan 26th St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church January Gift of the Month St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sugarwood Dr. in Farragut, once again will give Farragut citizens the opportunity to help those in need in Knox County on a monthly basis. From 1 to 2 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 26, the church “is collecting non-food items for people who use the FISH Food Pantries,” a SEEC press release stated. Items in need are shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, soap and disinfectant wipes. “Begun in 1986 to alleviate hunger, FISH provides food to about 21,000 people every month,” the release further stated. “In addition to resolving the basic need of food, many people need help with non-food items. “You don’t even have to get out of your car; just pull up and someone will come out to get your donations.” In addition, “We are also taking donations for the five Knoxville warming centers (that) provide a warm place to stay for those who need it when the temperatures drop below 25 degrees,” the release stated. “Needed are new or gently used blankets and pillows as well as protein bars, ChapStick and hand warmers.”

February

Saturday, Feb 1st 2025 Read City challenge Knox County Public Library and Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs are set to launch the 2025 Read City challenge from 10 a.m to 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 1, at Bridgewater Place (205 Bridgewater Road) with a hands-on science fair. Library Laboratory features demonstrations, experiments, crafts and more. Participants will be invited to operate a robotic arm, excavate fossils and explore the galaxy in a planetarium among other activities. The event is free and open to the public.  A dozen organizations — including The Muse, American Museum of Science and Energy, Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, Oak Ridge National Lab, University of Tennessee Knoxville and Zoo Knoxville — will have booths and activities for kids of all ages. Jacobs will kick off the day with a storytime on the main stage.
Thursday, Feb 6th Mario Kart Tournament Mario Kart Tournament is from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 6, in Farragut Community Center, 239 Jamestowne Blvd. Cost is $5 per child, ages 9-12. Come and test your skills at an evening of tournament play on Nintendo Switches. Everyone will get the chance to play multiple rounds. Register by visiting townoffarragut.org
Sunday, Feb 9th 2025 Evelyn Miller Young Pianist Series will present Parnian Rezaei A concert at Natalie Haslam Music Center/University of Tennessee College of Music, 1741 Volunteer Blvd., begins at 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 9. The first concert of the 2025 Evelyn Miller Young Pianist Series will present Parnian Rezaei. Rezaei, an Iranian pianist, will present a concert inspired by William Blake’s “Songs of Innocence and Experience.: In the first half, journey through the elegance of the French Baroque to the lyricism of the 19th century with works by Debussy, Clara Schumann, Schubert, etc. The second half dives into 20th-century innovation, with pieces by Cowell, Crumb, Fazıl Say and more, exploring extended techniques and prepared piano. Currently pursuing an artist certificate under Dr. Chih-Long Hu at UT-Knoxville, Parnian has performed across Iran, the United States, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands and Northern Ireland. In addition to her solo work, she is a sought-after collaborative pianist and dedicated piano instructor. Tickets, to be purchased at the door Feb. 9, are $25 for adults. Students are free of charge. For more information, visit www.youngpianistseries.com
Wednesday, Feb 12th Free Legal Advice Clinic for veterans Knoxville Bar Association and Legal Aid of East Tennessee are offering an in-person Free Legal Advice Clinic for veterans from noon to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 12, in Knox County Public Defender’s Community Law Office, 1101 Liberty St. in Knoxville. Veterans who are not able to attend the clinic in person are encouraged to continue to use the telephone clinic option. Pre-registration is required for telephone clinic and veterans are asked to call Legal Aid of East Tennessee at 865-637-0484 to pre-register. This is a general advice clinic with a wide variety of legal issues, including family law, landlord/tenant, bankruptcy, criminal defense, consumer protection, contract disputes, child support and personal injury. Clients can expect legal advice, but no wills are drafted at this clinic nor legal work performed. In 2025, the clinics are held every other month: also April 9, June 11, Aug. 13, Oct. 8 and Dec. 10.   
Friday, Feb 14th Parents’ Night Out Parents’ Night Out runs from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 14, in Farragut Community Center, 239 Jamestowne Blvd. Enjoy a night out while your children spend the evening in the Community Center. This event will feature pizza, crafts and lots of games. Register by visiting townoffarragut.org.
Sunday, Feb 16th Amadeus Concert Ensemble Winter Season Amadeus Concert Ensemble announces its Winter Season of free concerts as part of the Cathedral Concert Series at Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, 711 S. Northshore Drive in Knoxville. “The Lighter Side of Beethoven” begins at 4:30 p.m., Feb. 16, featuring vocal surprises including the composer’s Tyrolean songs, “Auld Lang Syne” and “God Save the King.” The program also presents rarely heard selections from Beethoven’s cantatas, concert scenes, Knight’s Ballet and his unfinished opera Vestas Feuer. Metropolitan Opera bass Nathan Stark and soprano Mary-Hollis Hundley will make their ACE and Knoxville debuts. Knoxville artist soprano Jacqueline Brecheen and tenor John Overholt fill out the quartet of soloists. Maestro Brian Salesky returns to the ACE podium to conduct this unique program, which includes the participation of Knoxville Symphony Youth Choir in its second collaboration with ACE.

March

Saturday, Mar 1st Shamrock Ball Shamrock Ball again features two sessions: from 3 to 5 p.m., and from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Mar. 1, in Farragut Community Center, 239 Jamestowne Blvd. Cost is $30 per couple and $5 per additional family member. This annual father/daughter dance is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Greater West Knox and benefits two local nonprofits. The evening includes dancing, snacks, crafts and photos. All family members are welcome to attend. Registration begins Wednesday, Jan. 8.

‘Serving the hungry’ still top goal of CUMC Mission Blitz

For at least a decade, members of Concord United Methodist Church have made it their mission to allieviate hunger in their community and abroad and take part in about 25 other mission projects as part of Mission Blitz. This year’s Mission Blitz, where church members take part in a number of missions, took place Friday, Jan. 17, through Monday, Jan. 20. “Serving the hungry” is the fulfillment one volunteer said he received from the mission. “The church likes to provide food for folks who have food insecurities.” Kristin Johnson and Breanna Wells, both with Beauty for Ashes in Lenoir City, stepped in to help with the Crop Drop because “we decided to give back to them.” Part of Mission Blitz is a Crop Drop project, in which the church “receives a tractor trailer load with 40,000 pounds of sweet potatoes,” explained Jane Currin, CUMC mission director. Those potatoes were donated by area farmers.

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‘Absolute honor’ as Speaker 2: Zachary

Tennessee General Assembly House Speaker Cameron Sexton (R-Crossville) named state Rep. Jason Zachary (R-District 14, which includes Farragut and Concord) deputy speaker for the 114th General Assembly. “As deputy speaker, Zachary will partner with the committee chairs and legislative leadership to streamline the legislative process, promote efficiency and advance conservative policies, ensuring greater benefits for Tennesseans,” a House Republican Caucus press release stated. “Jason Zachary is a strong leader who has consistently demonstrated his commitment to the people of Tennessee,” Sexton said. “I am excited to see him take on the role of deputy speaker, where his leadership skills and dedication will be instrumental in helping us advance our conservative agenda and deliver results for Tennesseans.” “It’s an incredible honor to be chosen to serve Tennesseans as deputy speaker for the 114th General Assembly,” Zachary said. “Tennessee continues to thrive because our great state is a shining example of bold conservative governance. I’m deeply grateful to Speaker Sexton for placing his trust and confidence in me, and I look forward to advancing the extraordinary vision of Tennesseans who have put their faith in us to lead,” he added.

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