Knox County Community Garden & Growers Alliance

July Meeting Announcement: Food Policy Council Accessibility Panel
2025-07-16 08:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | United Way of Greater Knoxville, 1301 Hannah Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37921, United States
We’re excited to invite you to a very special Knoxville-Knox County Food Policy Council Meeting on Wednesday, July 16th from 8:30–10:00 AM at United Way of Greater Knoxville (1301 Hannah Ave, Knoxville TN 37921).
This month’s meeting will feature an Accessibility Panel with expert speakers sharing practical strategies to make our local food systems more inclusive and accessible to all. Learn how to strengthen your programs and policies through equity-focused approaches.
Featured Panelists:

Lara Whitfield-Garfinkle – Community Engagement and Deaf Blind Program Coordinator, Knoxville Center of the Deaf

Monique Johnson – Founder and CEO, Learn Play Sign

Carly Pearson – ADA Coordinator, Knox County

Stephanie Brewer Cook – ADA Coordinator, City of Knoxville

🧏‍♀️ ASL interpretation will be provided.🌐 Open to the public – please share widely!📝 Have accessibility needs? Register now so we can accommodate you:
Questions? Contact us directly — and we look forward to seeing you there!

Pride Center Garden Club
2025-07-17 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-22 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-24 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-29 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-31 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-05 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-07 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-12 09:00 - 11:00 and 5 more dates | TN
Every Tuesday & Thursday from 9:00–11:00 AM, come get your hands in the soil and grow with us at the Pride Center Garden Club!
✨ Ran, our dedicated gardener and recent UT Master Gardener Program graduate, will be in the garden sharing tips, techniques, and a wealth of knowledge. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned grower, there’s always something to learn — and a great community to be part of.
📍 Where: The Pride Center📅 When: Tuesdays & Thursdays⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Come help out, learn something new, and connect with community in the garden. All are welcome! 🌈🌱

Eastside Sunday Market
2025-07-20 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-27 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-24 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-31 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-07 13:00 - 16:00 and 3 more dates | Dr. Walter Hardy Memorial Park, 2020 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37915, United States
Join us every Sunday from 1–4 PM at Dr. Walter Hardy Memorial Park (2020 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue) for the Eastside Sunday Market — your weekly destination for fresh food, local vendors, and community connection!
🛒 Shop local produce, handmade goods, and more🥕 SNAP accepted + Double Up Food Bucks (up to $20/day)👧🏾 Free kids’ activities every 4th Sunday💵 $5 in Produce Bucks on 4th Sundays🎶 Enjoy live performances and community programs like Drums Up, Guns Down
🗓️ The market runs every Sunday from July 6th to October 19th, 2025 — come by and bring the whole family!
💻 Vendor spots are still open and rolling — apply today at: www.eastsidesundaymarket.org
Powered by community. Grown in East Knoxville.

Celebrate Legacy Parks' 20th Anniversary with One Big Day!
2025-08-16 09:00 - 12:00 | French Broad Veterans Memorial Park, 2302 E Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, 37914, United States
8/16/25 – One Big Day!
Celebrate Legacy Parks’ 20th Anniversary with One Big Day!
Keep Knoxville Beautiful is partnering with Legacy Parks to celebrate their 20th anniversary with a volunteer day at the newly opened French Broad Veterans Memorial Park on Saturday, August 16th from 9am-12pm. We will be building a nature trail and planting a native grass and wildflower meadow.
sign ups: https://www.keepknoxvillebeautiful.org/upcoming-events/one-big-day-2025

Sprout Your Smart Yard Workshop
2025-08-18 17:30 - 19:30 | TN
Get ready to grow smarter, not harder! Join the Tennessee Smart Yards team and Knox County Master Gardeners for a hands-on, in-depth workshop designed to help you create a more sustainable, environmentally-friendly yard.
Event: Sprout Your Smart Yard
Date: Monday, August 18
Time: 5:30 PM onwards
Location: Knoxville Botanical Gardens & Arboretum
This workshop is perfect for homeowners interested in becoming Tennessee Smart Yard certified. Spaces are limited to just 20 participants to ensure personalized guidance and support.
Registration Fee: $15 — includes:

A free soil test
Two native plants to take home
A downspout diverter
A Smart Yard sign upon completion of the program

Reserve your spot today:
knoxgarden.org/events/sprout-your-smart-yard
Questions? Contact us at:
smartyards@knoxcountymastergardener.org
Grow green. Grow smart. Let us help you Sprout Your Smart Yard!

Hort, Hops, and Crops Field Day
2025-09-18 08:00 - 17:00 | ETREC Plant Science Unit, 3450 Maloney Road, Knoxville, Tennessee, 37920, United States
Join Us for an All-New Field Day Experience!
The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture invites you to dig into the latest in horticulture, hops, turf, and crop science at our exciting new event: Hort, Hops, and Crops Field Day!
Date: September 18, 2025
Location: ETREC Plant Science Unit, 3450 Maloney Road, Knoxville, TN 37920
This interactive field day is your opportunity to:

Explore exhibitor booths and state-of-the-art equipment displays
Attend a diverse selection of educational talks from leading experts
Enjoy a delicious on-site lunch
Experience exclusive tours of the Plant Sciences Research Farm or the nearby Organic Crops Unit (limited shuttle space available)

Whether you’re a grower, educator, student, or simply curious about the future of plant science and agriculture, this event offers something for everyone.
Save the Date and Plan to Join Us!
For more information or questions, please contact: kalane@utk.edu
Presented by the East Tennessee AG Research and Education Center

Smart Yards and Friends Festival
2025-09-27 09:00 - 13:00 | UT Campus Gardens, 2518 Jacob Dr, Knoxville, Tennessee, 37996, United States
Join us on Saturday, September 27th, 2025 from 9 AM to 1 PM at UT Gardens (2518 Jacob Drive, Knoxville, TN) for a fun, FREE, family-friendly celebration of sustainable gardening and smart yard practices!
🌼 Festival Highlights:✅ Explore the Gardens✅ Learn about composting, native plants, and going from lawn to meadow✅ Discover tips on gardening for wildlife✅ Visit the Smart Yards Realtors booth✅ Pesticide-Seed Swap✅ Ask-a-Master-Gardener!
🌧️ Rain or shine — no registration required!
🎟️ BONUS: Pre-register using the QR code for a chance to win great prizes like a rain barrel, worm bin, native plants, wildflower seeds, or a bat box. (Must be present to win.)
Let’s grow smarter together 🌱Hosted by: UT Extension, TSU Cooperative Extension, and Knox County Master Gardeners.

Battlefield Farm’s first-ever Overall Ball
2025-10-02 18:30 - 21:00 | The Point, 211 W Fifth Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Overalls have long symbolized resilience, practicality, and honest hard work. More than just clothing, overalls embody a legacy of labor, self-reliance, and commitment to working with your hands to feed and sustain a community.

We are thrilled to announce Battlefield Farm’s first-ever Overall Ball. Join us for an unforgettable evening of food, music, and community as we gather in support of Battlefield Farms & Gardens and the launch of The One-Five Mobile Market, a bold response to food insecurity in East Knoxville. Featuring:

BBQ dinner with all the fixins
Silent auction featuring local businesses
A dance or two
A cocktail hour
a whole lot of celebratin’

Dress code: Overalls, boots, flannel, and farm-chic fits welcome!

Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025 @ 6:30pm
Location: The Point – 211 W Fifth Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917
Tickets: $75 per person

https://battlefieldfarm.org/overallball/

Only 125 tickets available — reserve yours early! Tickets go live on August 14th!

Stay tuned for more details!

Your purchase helps support a more just food system in East Knoxville. Battlefield Farm is a grassroots urban farm working to restore food sovereignty and economic opportunity in East Knoxville. The Overall Ball is more than a fundraiser — it’s a movement. Proceeds support our continued mission to grow food and build community in East Knoxville. Each ticket and every bid helps fuel The One-Five Mobile Market, which brings fresh, fairly priced groceries directly to neighborhoods in need.
