Community Calendar

New Food Pantry now available to neighborhood and surrounding areas twice a month. Every 2nd Thursday of each month we will be giving away non-perishable goods and personal care items. On the 4th Thursday of each month we will be serving a hot meal.

FOL Spring 2026 Book Sale Members Sale, membership available at the door ($10.00/individual, $20.00/family); print and other media, most items 50 cents - $1.00; most credit/debit cards accepted; electronic scanning devices not permitted at Members Sale

The FOL Spring 2026 Book Sale includes print and other media covering all subjects. Most items are 50 cents - $1.00. Electronic scanning devices are permitted Friday and Saturday. Most credit/debit cards are accepted. Funds obtained are used for the Oak Ridge Public Library.

ArtXtravaganza returns to Webb School of Knoxville’s Lee Athletic Center, March 27-29. This year’s art show and sale will showcase the exceptional talents of nearly 70 professional artists from across the region and beyond.

Widely regarded as one of the premier art shows in the Southeast, ArtXtravaganza brings art and community together, offering guests the opportunity to purchase from a thoughtfully curated selection of paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, and more – all at a variety of price points. Visitors can explore a rich tapestry of mediums – from oil/acrylic, ceramic and watercolor, to wood, glass, stone, metal, and fiber.

Abstract acrylic artist Vicky Reddish of Nashville is ArtXtravaganza’s featured artist for 2026.

ArtXtravaganza kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. with a ticketed Patron Party offering a sneak peek at the artwork for sale. The show continues Saturday at 10 a.m., with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m., and resumes Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free Saturday and Sunday and open to the public. Don’t miss the Brushes & Bids online auction, March 23-27. Thirty percent of each sale is tax deductible. Visit artxtravaganza.org for more information.

Join fellow artists on Saturday mornings for a creative refresh in a welcoming, lighthearted environment. You’ll have the option of being inside, in a spacious, light-filled space, or outside under a covered pavilion. You can bring a project you’d like to work on, sketch from provided still lifes, or work plein aire.

These mini-retreats are located in West Knox, in a 20+ acre bucolic setting with fields and woods, on the Tennessee River. All levels are welcome and no experience is needed.

$20 per session or $50 for 3 sessions includes art supplies and yummy snacks.

Space is limited to 15 participants--please RSVP at lunacreates.com/sketch-club the Friday before to save your spot!

The FOL Spring 2026 Book Sale includes print and other media covering all subjects. Most items are 50 cents - $1.00. Electronic scanning devices are permitted Friday and Saturday. Most credit/debit cards are accepted. Funds obtained are used for the Oak Ridge Public Library. SATURDAY EVENTS: all items half price 10:30 am to 2:30 pm; $3.00/bag from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm, bag provided by FOL.

ArtXtravaganza returns to Webb School of Knoxville’s Lee Athletic Center, March 27-29. This year’s art show and sale will showcase the exceptional talents of nearly 70 professional artists from across the region and beyond.

Widely regarded as one of the premier art shows in the Southeast, ArtXtravaganza brings art and community together, offering guests the opportunity to purchase from a thoughtfully curated selection of paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, and more – all at a variety of price points. Visitors can explore a rich tapestry of mediums – from oil/acrylic, ceramic and watercolor, to wood, glass, stone, metal, and fiber.

Abstract acrylic artist Vicky Reddish of Nashville is ArtXtravaganza’s featured artist for 2026.

ArtXtravaganza kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. with a ticketed Patron Party offering a sneak peek at the artwork for sale. The show continues Saturday at 10 a.m., with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m., and resumes Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free Saturday and Sunday and open to the public. Don’t miss the Brushes & Bids online auction, March 23-27. Thirty percent of each sale is tax deductible. Visit artxtravaganza.org for more information.

ArtXtravaganza returns to Webb School of Knoxville’s Lee Athletic Center, March 27-29. This year’s art show and sale will showcase the exceptional talents of nearly 70 professional artists from across the region and beyond.

Widely regarded as one of the premier art shows in the Southeast, ArtXtravaganza brings art and community together, offering guests the opportunity to purchase from a thoughtfully curated selection of paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, and more – all at a variety of price points. Visitors can explore a rich tapestry of mediums – from oil/acrylic, ceramic and watercolor, to wood, glass, stone, metal, and fiber.

Abstract acrylic artist Vicky Reddish of Nashville is ArtXtravaganza’s featured artist for 2026.

ArtXtravaganza kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. with a ticketed Patron Party offering a sneak peek at the artwork for sale. The show continues Saturday at 10 a.m., with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m., and resumes Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free Saturday and Sunday and open to the public. Don’t miss the Brushes & Bids online auction, March 23-27. Thirty percent of each sale is tax deductible. Visit artxtravaganza.org for more information.

TennGreen Land Conservancy’s sixth annual Hike-a-Thon is taking place during the entire month of April 2026. This month-long competition is free to register and supports the protection of our lands and waters—where people and nature can thrive.

While the Hike-a-Thon benefits Tennessee nature, participants can adventure and compete from anywhere in the world. The event includes numerous individual and team competitions for hikers, paddlers, trail runners, climbers, off-road bikers, nature photographers, and more. The Hike-a-Thon welcomes everyone, whether you're an experienced outdoor adventurer or simply looking for a fun way to spend more time outside.

So many incredible prizes are up for grabs this year! Thanks to generous conservation partners, Hike-a-Thoners can win big—think an Eddyline Kayak, a year of Bongo Java coffee, plus hiking gear and gift cards galore. You’ll also have chances to win unforgettable outdoor experiences, from guided fly fishing with Hellbender Outfitters to a tri-toon boat rental at Wildwood Resort & Marina, or adventure passes to Cumberland Caverns, Foggy Bottom Canoe & Kayak, or the Tennessee Aquarium.

Proceeds from the Hike-a-Thon benefit TennGreen Land Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) environmental nonprofit and the oldest accredited statewide land conservancy in Tennessee.

TennGreen Land Conservancy’s sixth annual Hike-a-Thon is taking place during the entire month of April 2026. This month-long competition is free to register and supports the protection of our lands and waters—where people and nature can thrive.

While the Hike-a-Thon benefits Tennessee nature, participants can adventure and compete from anywhere in the world. The event includes numerous individual and team competitions for hikers, paddlers, trail runners, climbers, off-road bikers, nature photographers, and more. The Hike-a-Thon welcomes everyone, whether you're an experienced outdoor adventurer or simply looking for a fun way to spend more time outside.

So many incredible prizes are up for grabs this year! Thanks to generous conservation partners, Hike-a-Thoners can win big—think an Eddyline Kayak, a year of Bongo Java coffee, plus hiking gear and gift cards galore. You’ll also have chances to win unforgettable outdoor experiences, from guided fly fishing with Hellbender Outfitters to a tri-toon boat rental at Wildwood Resort & Marina, or adventure passes to Cumberland Caverns, Foggy Bottom Canoe & Kayak, or the Tennessee Aquarium.

Proceeds from the Hike-a-Thon benefit TennGreen Land Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) environmental nonprofit and the oldest accredited statewide land conservancy in Tennessee.