Pride Center Garden Club
2025-08-14 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-21 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-26 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-28 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 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! 🌈🌱

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

Eastside Sunday Market
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, 2025-09-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-05 13:00 - 16:00 and 2 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.

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.

Knox Pride Fest 2025
2025-10-04 12:00 - 18:00 | Worlds Fair Park, 800 World's Fair Park Dr SW, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Knox Pride Fest 2025
Mark your calendars! Knox Pride Fest is happening on 10/4, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🏳️‍🌈
This event is more than just a party—it’s a chance to come together, uplift one another, and strengthen our community. Your presence matters. When we show up as our authentic selves, we create a space where everyone feels seen, supported, and celebrated.
Join us for a day of connection, love, and pride. Let’s make Knox Pride Fest 2025 a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we come together as a community!

Fall Festival Plant Sale at Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum!
2025-10-26 13:00 - 17:00 | TN
🍂 Save the Date: Fall Festival Plant Sale at Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum! 🌻
Celebrate the beauty of fall and our amazing community at the Fall Festival Plant Sale on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 1–5 PM.
Enjoy a day filled with:
🎨 Local Artists
🎶 Live Music
🎉 Games & Hayrides
🍔 Delicious Food & Face Painting
Browse and shop from a variety of fall trees, shrubs, and native plants—perfect for your home garden or landscaping projects.
Location: Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum
Bring the whole family and join us for this fun and festive afternoon!
Mark your calendars now—you won’t want to miss it!

Fall Gardening Weekend at Burwell Gardens!
2025-11-01 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-02 09:00 - 12:00 | TN
Join us at Burwell Gardens (131 E Burwell Ave) for two cozy mornings of garden prep, community connection, and fresh fall air!
📅 Saturday & Sunday, November 1 & 2🕘 9 AM – Noon☕ Coffee & munchies provided!
Help us get the garden ready for winter, connect with neighbors, and be part of the ongoing transformation of this beloved community space.
🌱 All are welcome — no experience needed!
Don’t forget:🥗 We’ll also gather for a Garden Potluck on Wednesday at 6 PM. Come share a meal and meet our new garden manager, Cecilia!
Let’s dig in, grow together, and celebrate community. 💚

Burwell Gardens Potluck
2025-11-05 18:00 - 20:00 | TN
Due to the rain, the Burwell Gardens Potluck has been rescheduled for Wednesday, November 5th from 6–8 PM. Come enjoy an evening of food, conversation, and connection in the garden — and take this opportunity to meet Cecilia Albert-Black, who will be stepping into a new leadership role at Burwell Gardens.
Bring a dish to share, bring a friend, and bring your questions or ideas for the future of the garden. Whether you’re a longtime neighbor or new to the space, all are welcome!
📍 Location: Burwell Gardens – 131 E Burwell Ave🕕 Time: 6–8 PM📅 New Date: Wednesday, November 5th
Let’s gather, reconnect, and celebrate what’s growing at Burwell! 🌱

Budgeting During Uncertain Times: Build Financial Confidence & Resilience (Part 1)
2025-11-06 14:00 - 17:00 | United Way of Greater Knoxville, 1301 Hannah Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37921, United States
Join us for this two-part workshop with consultant Mary Walker to learn practical strategies for budgeting & financial resilience!

Learn practical strategies for budgeting, cash flow management, & financial resilience during uncertain times through this hands-on workshop & walk away with a Financial Resilience Action Plan!
This is a two-part workshop meeting from 2pm-5pm on both Nov 6th and 13th. Participants need to attend both sessions.
Who: This workshop will be tailored to non-finance nonprofit professionals – Executive Directors, Operations & Finance Managers, Board Members, or Program Managers are all encourage to attend!
Topics:

Best practices in budgeting
Aligning budgeting with mission & strategic priorities
Understanding & manageing cash flow
Revenue growth & diversification
Short term & long term financial decisions, and more!

About the Facilitator:
Mary Walker, MBA is a nonprofit advisor who helps busy directors and boards make more-informed decisions in all aspects of their organizations–financial, marketing, fundraising, governance, and general management–so that their nonprofits can best fulfill their missions. She is passionate about empowering these leaders so their organizations can have a greater impact. Over her 30-year career, Mary has worked with many nonprofits, small companies, family businesses, and large corporations to solve compelling problems and build more financially stable enterprises. She has a strong history of success and has received national recognition for her work.

Budgeting During Uncertain Times: Build Financial Confidence & Resilience (Part 2)
2025-11-13 14:00 - 17:00 | United Way of Greater Knoxville, 1301 Hannah Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37921, United States

Budgeting During Uncertain Times: Advanced Strategies
2025-11-20 14:00 - 16:00 | United Way of Greater Knoxville, 1301 Hannah Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37921, United States
Join consultant Mary Walker to sharpen your financial oversight skills during uncertain times!

Sharpen your financial management skills with practical tools & frameworks for strategic financial leadership, long-term planning & risk management for nonprofits navigating changing financial realities!
This is a one day workshop meeting from 2pm-4pm on November 20th.
Who: CFOs, Finance Teams, Board Treasurers, etc. with a strong finance foundation.
Topics:

Linking budgets to mission-driven outcomes & strategy
Proactive cash flow modeling
Forecasting for contingencies
Evaluating program efficiency & ROI
Framing financial data for board decision-making, & more!

About the Facilitator:
Mary Walker, MBA is a nonprofit advisor who helps busy directors and boards make more-informed decisions in all aspects of their organizations–financial, marketing, fundraising, governance, and general management–so that their nonprofits can best fulfill their missions. She is passionate about empowering these leaders so their organizations can have a greater impact. Over her 30-year career, Mary has worked with many nonprofits, small companies, family businesses, and large corporations to solve compelling problems and build more financially stable enterprises. She has a strong history of success and has received national recognition for her work.

Trees Knoxville: Invasive Removal Workday!
2025-11-22 10:00 - 13:00 | TN
🌳 Volunteers Needed: Invasive Removal Workday! 🌿
Join Trees Knoxville for a hands-on volunteer day as we work to remove invasive plants and restore native beauty around Lennon Seney Methodist Church.
📍 Location: 2084 Dandridge Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915📅 Date: Saturday, November 22nd🕙 Time: 10 AM – 1 PM
💪 Bring your energy, your friends, and (if you have one) a hoe to help us tackle invasive growth!🥪 Food and snacks provided — come ready to work and enjoy good company in the process.
Let’s care for our green spaces together — we can’t wait to see you there! 🌱

TEAM Conference: Opportunities and Choices for Agricultural Success
2026-01-27 08:30 - 14:30 | Jubilee Banquet Center, 6700 Jubilee Center Way, Knoxville, TN, 37912, United States
Farmers, growers, gardeners, and food system leaders from across the region are invited to gather for a full day of learning, connection, and practical insight at the TEAM Conference: Opportunities and Choices for Agricultural Success.
This free, one day conference is designed to support agricultural success at every level, from home gardening and small farms to livestock operations and sustainable food systems.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026Time: 8:30 AM to 2:30 PMRegistration opens at 7:30 AMLocation:Jubilee Banquet Center6700 Jubilee Center WayKnoxville, TN 37912
A light breakfast of muffins and fruit will be available during registration. The conference will open with welcoming remarks at 8:30 AM and conclude by 3:00 PM. Lunch is provided at no cost to attendees.
Featured Keynote Speakers

Wilma Jordan, Valley Dream Farm
Dr. Colt Knight, University of Maine Extension

These speakers bring hands on experience and research driven insight into building resilient and profitable agricultural systems.
Conference Tracks
Attendees will be able to engage with sessions focused on:

Livestock
Profitable Vegetable and Fruit Production
Home Farms and Gardening
Food Sustainability

Each track is designed to offer practical takeaways, real world strategies, and opportunities to connect with others doing similar work.
Registration Information
This event is free of charge, but registration is required.
Register online at:www.team-ag.org
Vendor and Organization Tables
Organizations and vendors interested in hosting a table at the conference are welcome. There is no fee for tabling, but space is limited.
To request a table, email:events@team-ag.org
Whether you are a seasoned producer or just beginning your agricultural journey, this conference offers valuable tools, knowledge, and community connections to help you grow with confidence.
