Knox County Community Garden & Growers Alliance

Miller Heritage Community Garden Grand Opening
2026-04-17 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | TN
You are warmly invited to join the Knox County Community Gardens and Growers Alliance for the official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the Miller Heritage Community Garden in the Western Heights Neighborhood at 1311 Jourolman Avenue at 5 PM on Friday, April 17, 2026. See flyer attached.

This special moment marks more than just the opening of a new garden. It represents a continued investment in community sustainability – access to affordable fresh produce and healthier lives. The lots were generously donated by Sandra Davis-Bullis, whose family has owned the property for more than 100 years. In honor of that enduring legacy, the space has been named the Miller Heritage Community Garden.

The Garden features 29 raised beds that will be available for adoption by neighborhood residents, creating opportunities for individuals and families to grow their own fresh, healthy food. We are also proud to partner with the Western Heights Baptist Center (WHBC) and its Youth Program to provide hands-on educational experiences, while helping supply fresh produce to the WHBC Food Pantry and the community.

We invite you to attend this groundbreaking ceremony and celebrate this pivotal moment for the Western Heights, Mechanicsville, and Lonsdale communities. Together, we are continuing the Knox County Community Gardens and Growers’ Alliance’s mission of addressing food insecurity and strengthening community connections across Knox County.

We appreciate your support and hope to see you there as we plant the seeds for a healthier, more connected future.

KCMG Introduction to Vegetable Gardening Class and Planting Workshop
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Payne Avenue Baptist Church, 2714 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Knoxville, TN, 37914, United States
The Knox County Master Gardeners will host an Introduction to Vegetable Gardening class at Payne Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. The class will cover the basic principles of vegetable gardening, including a seed packet reading activity, and participants will receive handouts to help them design and plan their summer gardens.
During the second hour, participants will walk across the parking lot to the Pastor Richard S. Brown Community Garden for a hands-on planting activity and demonstration. ( Brown Gardeners- You will get to plant your garden with some extra help there!!!)

Burwell Corn & Bean Sowing
2026-04-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how to sow corn and beans and explore trellising methods for climbing varieties. Led by Hillary from Broken Shovel Farm.

YWCA Keys of Hope Luncheon
2026-04-30 11:30 - 13:00 | TN
The YWCA’s Annual Keys of Hope Luncheon brings together over 700 residents and leaders to support and showcase the work of the YWCA and the Jenny Boyd Keys of Hope Program for Women. This year’s guest speaker is former Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero.

Warm-Season Veggie Planting
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how to transplant tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumbers, and melons into the garden. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Open Streets Knoxville
2026-05-17 14:00 - 18:00 | TN
Open Streets Knoxville returns for an exciting afternoon of car-free streets, community connection, and active fun! Experience Gay Street like never before as it opens up to people instead of cars, from Summit Hill Dr. to Hill Ave., and extending across the Gay St. Bridge. Walk, bike, roll, dance, explore and more in the street! This free, family-friendly event is open to everyone of all ages and abilities, and invites you to experience Knoxville in a whole new way. Come out, be active, connect with your community, and enjoy the streets as public spaces meant for people.

Composting Workshop
2026-05-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how composting works at Burwell Gardens, including best practices and common mistakes. Led by Kat from Green Heron.

Pollinator Workshop
2026-06-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn about beneficial pollinator plants and herbs and how to support pollinators in your garden. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Burwell Summer Potluck
2026-06-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Celebrate the growing season with a community cookout at the gardens. Bring items to grill or share.

Pruning & Trellising Tomatoes Workshop
2026-06-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how to prune tomatoes and explore different trellising systems to improve plant health and yields. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Weed ID and Management Workshop
2026-07-25 08:00 - 10:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn to identify common garden weeds and effective weeding techniques. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Seed Saving Workshop #1
2026-08-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how to save seeds from summer crops like tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Crop Rotations Workshop
2026-08-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how to transition garden beds from warm-season to cool-season crops using crop rotation principles. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Cover Cropping Workshop
2026-09-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how and why to plant cover crops in a vegetable garden to improve soil health. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Burwell Fall Potluck
2026-09-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Bring a fall-inspired dish to share as we gather around the fire and reflect on the growing season. Hosted by Burwell Community Gardens managers.

Soil Health Workshop
2026-09-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn about soil health indicators, soil testing methods, and how to interpret results. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Garlic Planting Workshop
2026-10-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how to plant garlic for successful overwintering and next year’s harvest. Led by Hillary from Broken Shovel Farm.

Seed Saving Workshop #2
2026-10-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how to save seeds from perennials and fall crops for long-term garden resilience. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Mulching Party
2026-11-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how and when to mulch different crops while helping prepare the garden for winter. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

Gardening Season Reflection
2026-11-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Reflect on the 2026 growing season through guided discussion and shared learning. Facilitated by a Knox County Master Gardener.
