November
Monday, Nov 17th
Orange and Blue Blood Drive
It’s time for the annual Orange and Blue Blood Drive competition. MEDIC Regional Blood Center is set to take on Kentucky Blood Center from Nov. 17-21 to see who can collect the most blood products. Donors will receive a special edition sweatshirt, ticket to the East Tennessee Children’s Hospital Fantasy of Trees event and coupons for Papa John’s, Salsarita’s, Texas Roadhouse, and Denton’s. Appointments can be made online at www.medicblood.org, via the MEDIC app, or by calling 865-524-3074. Walk-ins are welcome.
Monday, Nov 17th
Real Estate Seminar
On Monday, Nov. 17 from 6 to 7 p.m. there will be a Real Estate Seminar held in the Farragut Community Center Large Classroom, 239 Jamestowne Blvd #201. Hosted by Wafa Sulaiman of Realty Executives Associates and Nathan Williams of Edge Home Finance, this free, no-pressure seminar will demonstrate how to use your home equity to your advantage.
Saturday, Nov 22nd
Campbell Station Skate
A synthetic ice rink, nestled in the heart of Town at Mayor Ralph McGill Plaza, 101 N Campbell Station Road, Farragut, is surrounded by a dazzling display of holiday lights. Campbell Station Skate will be open from Nov. 22 through Jan. 3. This year there will be a food truck stationed at the ice rink on the weekends from 4 to 8 p.m.
For more information such as hours of operation and a link to purchase tickets, go to visitfarragut.org/event/campbell-station-skate/
Monday, Nov 24th
Countdown to Light the Park
10…9…8…kickoff the holiday season as the Town of Farragut spreads holiday cheer with more than 100,000 lights. This free event also features live entertainment, crafts for the kids and some fun family photo spots. Be there with your family and friends as Santa flips the switch on all the holiday fun.
5:30 to 7 p.m., Founder’s Park, 405 N Campbell Station Road
Thursday, Nov 27th
“Feed Hope. Share Love.”
The Salvation Army of Knoxville has launched an emergency food campaign titled “Feed Hope. Share Love.” in response to a dramatic rise in local food assistance requests. Donate online to the Knoxville Area Command at www.SalvationArmyKnoxville.org or mail a check to PO Box 669, Knoxville, TN 37901. Local residents who prefer to give grocery store gift cards may drop them off at any Salvation Army Corps office.
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.
Wednesday, Dec 10th
Legal Advice Clinic for Veterans
Any veteran seeking legal help is encouraged to attend the Legal Advice Clinic for Veterans on Dec. 10 from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Knox County Public Defender’s Office, 1101 Liberty Street in Knoxville, TN 37919. Please note: This is an advice-only clinic. Clients can expect legal advice, but no wills are drafted at this clinic nor legal work performed.
Veterans who are not able to attend the clinic in person are encouraged to continue to use the telephone clinic option. Preregistration is required for telephone clinic and veterans are asked to call Legal Aid of East Tennessee at 865-637-0484 to preregister.
Wednesday, Dec 31st
Friends & Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive
Food City has kicked off its 8th annual Friends & Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive. Now through Dec. 31, specially marked bags containing non-perishable food items, as well as bags containing pet food products, will be available for purchase for only $15 (plus tax) at all area Food City locations. Customers wishing to purchase the bags may deposit them in the collection bins located at the front of the store. One hundred percent of the products collected will benefit local hunger relief organizations and animal shelters throughout the region.
