May
Thursday, May 29th
“My Social Security Options”
Two workshops, one on Social Security and one on Medicare, will be presented by Adam W. Sursa, MBA, a registered Social Security and Medicare analyst with Tri Star Insurance Management Group,
The Social Security educational workshop, “My Social Security Options,” starts at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 15, and begins at 10 a.m., Thursday, May 29, at TSIMG, 102 Chaho Road in Knoxville.
Key questions addressed will be: when should I claim my Social Security? What benefits am I eligible to receive? What rules apply to my unique situation?
The Medicare workshops, “My Medicare Options,” starst at 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 20, and at noon, Wednesday, May 28, at TSIMG.
Schedule an appointment to either or both with Lauren Applegate by calling 865-404-4690.
Saturday, May 31st
Chalk the Plaza
Chalk the Plaza, a celebration of creativity, community and fun, happens at Mayor Ralph McGill Park, 101 N. Campbell Station Road, from 1 to 6 p.m., Saturday, May 31.
“Enjoy delicious bites from food trucks, browse unique pieces from local art vendors and let the little ones have a blast in the kids’ zone — all while watching talented artists transform the sidewalks into stunning masterpieces,” a Town press release stated. “Our mini art market and food trucks will be available from 1 to 6 p.m., while our artists are hard at work.
“This fun and lighthearted competition is perfect for amateur artists,” the release further stated. “Participants will check in at 10 a.m. to begin their sidewalk masterpiece. If you’re competing with a group or class, only one person needs to complete the registration form. Registration is open; go to townoffarragut.recdesk.com and look for Chalk the Plaza Competition. “We are looking for local artists to join in on the fun of this event with a mini art market.”
June
Friday, Jun 6th
Volley for Hope
Southern Pickleball presents 3rd Annual Volley for Hope benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 8, at Pavilion of Pickleball, 701 Racquet Club Way in Knoxville.
Registration is $60 and includes up to two events. To sign up, visit Second Harvest’s Volley for Hope page: SecondHarvestETN.org/volley-for-hope sign-ups also can be done at pickleballtournaments.com
Registration ends after Sunday, May 25.
Women/girls doubles is June 6, with mixed doubles June 7 and men/boys doubles June 8. All ages are welcomed, with bracket set-ups dependent on age-group sign-ups.
Competition the final two days may begin as early as 8 a.m. “Specific start times for each event will be posted and e-mailed to players approximately one week prior to the event,” a SHFBET press release stated.
As registration proceeds, tournament management reserves the option to combine brackets as needed if brackets do not fill. Brackets will be combined by age if possible to avoid combining skills.
Skills levels include 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5-plus; skill levels will be divided by age after registration is completed.
A team must play at the skill level of the higher rated player (or higher) and the age group of the younger player. Age is calculated as of 12/31/2025.
Tournament players each receive a swag bag full of pickleball goodies. Snacks and beverages will be available.
Saturday, Jun 7th
Lenoir City Arts & Crafts Festival
Sixty-Second Annual Lenoir City Arts & Crafts Festival, a key non-profit fundraiser, once again is set for Lenoir City Park, 6707 City Park Drive, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, June 7, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, June 8. Open to the public, event entry fee is $3, with children 12-and-under free. Bus rides from the parking lots also are free of charge.
Event beneficiary is General Federation of Women’s Clubs’ Suburbia Woman’s Club, Sponsorship are $10,000 (Presenting sponsor); $5,000 (Gold sponsor); $3,000 (Silver sponsor); $1,500 (Area sponsor); and $1,000 (Supporting sponsor). Visit lenoircityartsandcrafts.com/sponsors-lenoir-city-festival/ for more information.
Monday, Jun 9th
Farragut Cheerleading will host a Junior Cheer Camp
for rising kindergarten through fifth-graders in Lynn E. Sexton Gymnasium at Farragut High School from 9:30 a.m. to noon, Monday through Wednesday, June 9-11. “All participants will learn cheers, chants, stunts and a dance,” a Farragut Cheerleading press release stated. For more information, or to register, visit https://farrhs.givebacks.com//store/items/1185039
November
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.”
