January
Wednesday, Jan 21st
MEDIC needs O blood types
MEDIC has seen a significant increase in demand for O blood types. Eligible donors are encouraged to donate as soon as possible. All O negative and O positive donors will receive a
$25 e-gift card with their successful donation. Appointments are not required but encouraged. Appointments can be made online at www.medicblood.org, via the MEDIC app, or by calling 865-524-3074. Walk-ins are welcome.
Sunday, Jan 25th
National Blood Donor Month
The American Red Cross and National Football League are partnering in January for National Blood Donor Month. As a thank-you to donors for helping address the need for blood during the critical post-holiday time, those who come to give through Jan. 25 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a Super Bowl LX giveaway. For full details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/SuperBowl. Make an appointment to give blood or platelets by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
Friday, Jan 30th
Tennessee’s EFS application window open
Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship (EFS) application window for the 2026–2027 school year is open. Families who are already EFS beneficiaries and wish to renew for the 2026–2027 school year can begin submitting their renewal applications now. On Jan. 13, 2026, the application window opens for students who are not currently receiving an EFS scholarship. All applications must be submitted by Jan. 30. For questions related to all available school choice programs, call 615-741-5158 and select the prompts for Office of Programs and School Choice or e-mail EFS.Questions@tn.gov
Saturday, Jan 31st
Snowflake Ball
The CAC Office on Aging’s Senior Companion Program will host its annual Snowflake Ball on Saturday, Jan. 31, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the Rothchild Conference Center, 8807 Kingston Pike in Knoxville. Dance the night away at this fundraising event benefitting the Senior Companion Program. The Snowflake Ball will feature the Ensemble Swingtime Band, dinner and a silent auction. Attendees also vote for their favorite Snowflake Ball king and queen nominees and watch the crowning to close out the evening. For tickets and more information, visit knoxseniors.org.
March
Tuesday, Mar 3rd
Tennessee Artists Association scholarship
Tennessee Artists Association is offering a $500 scholarship to a deserving senior to be used at any two-year or four-year technical school, college or university or independent study toward a certificate or degree in the arts. Applications now are available and are due by Tuesday, March 3. The Official TAA Scholarship application form is available from: taa.findout@gmail.com/scholarship. Additional information can be found at Tennessee Artists Association website: tnartists.org or by e-mail at TAAfindout@gmail.com.
Saturday, Mar 28th
Sunshine Open
Sunshine Services invites golfers, businesses and community partners to participate in and sponsor the Sunshine Open: $1,000,000 Hole-in-One Challenge & Golf Tournament on Saturday, March 28, at Avalon Golf & Country Club. This inaugural event raises funds to support Sunshine Services’ mission of providing person-centered supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Team and corporate sponsorship packages are available. Visit www.sunshineservicesknox.org for registration and sponsorship details.
