Pride Center Garden Club
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, 2025-08-14 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) and 4 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! 🌈🌱

Sprout Your Smart Yard Workshop
2025-08-18 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | 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!

Smart Yards and Friends Festival
2025-09-27 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Budgeting During Uncertain Times: Build Financial Confidence & Resilience (Part 1)
2025-11-06 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 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 (America/New_York) | 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 (America/New_York) | 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.

TEAM Conference: Opportunities and Choices for Agricultural Success
2026-01-27 08:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

Garden Planning & Sprucing Day
2026-02-21 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | TN
Learn garden planning basics from a Knox County Master Gardener (KCMG) and help spruce up Burwell Gardens for spring. No experience needed—come learn and lend a hand.

Fruit Tree & Berry Bush Pruning Workshop
2026-03-05 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how and when to prune fruit trees and berry bushes for healthy growth and better yields. Led by Trees Knoxville, sponsored by Ebony & Ivory Brewery.

Seeding Summer Vegetables Into Trays
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Burwell Gardens, 131 E Burwell Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37917, United States
Learn how to seed tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumbers, and melons into trays for greenhouse growing. Led by a Knox County Master Gardener.

KCMG Introduction to Vegetable Gardening Class and Planting Workshop
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 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 (America/New_York) | 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.

Warm-Season Veggie Planting
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Lunch Hour Harvest: Agriculture, Local Food & Public Health in Tennessee
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
Join TN Local Food, the Tennessee Department of Health, and the UT Institute of Agriculture for a five-part webinar series exploring the connections between agriculture, local food systems, and public health. These monthly Lunch & Learn sessions will highlight real-world strategies, research, and partnerships working to improve health outcomes across Tennessee.
Introductory Webinar: Tennessee Agriculture & Public Health
Our first webinar in the series will offer an engaging introduction to the intersections of agriculture, local food systems, and public health in Tennessee. This session will explore how farming, food access, environmental health, and community wellbeing shape health outcomes across the state, while highlighting the collaborative partnership between TN Local Food, the Tennessee Department of Health, and the UT Institute of Agriculture. Participants will also receive a preview of upcoming webinar topics and featured speakers throughout the series.
Speakers: Femeika Elliott, Dr. Kim Morgan and Dr. Dawn Ford
When: May 20, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Cost: Free
Registration Link: https://mailchi.mp/tnlocalfood/whats-growing-this-may-at-tn-local-food?e=d98869bf0c

No Pushback, Just Buy-In featuring Michelle Saletan
2026-05-21 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | TN
Join Our Daily Bread for an engaging online webinar designed to help educators bring plant-based success to their facilities.
Important: This session will be held on Zoom. Participants must have access to Zoom in order to join and participate in the webinar.
Date: Thursday, May 21
Time: 1:00–2:00 PM EST / 12:00–1:00 PM CST
Format: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Michelle Saletan
What this webinar is about
From simple ingredient swaps to fully plant-based offerings, learn how to craft meals that are both nutritious and delicious without increasing complexity. Participants will learn how to communicate these changes with children, staff, and families to build excitement and support.
Whether you are just getting started or expanding plant-based offerings, this webinar will help you create meaningful, lasting change in your program.
What you’ll take away

Equip teams to introduce and grow child-friendly, plant-based menus
Demonstrate communication strategies to build plant-based support
Empower staff to boost participation and reduce pushback in programs

About the Presenter
Michelle Saletan is the Institutional Support Manager at Balanced, where she partners with schools and CACFP centers nationwide to expand fiber-rich, nutrient-dense, plant-powered meal options and strengthen nutrition security.
Michelle brings more than a decade of experience in school nutrition, having served both at the school level and in administrative leadership for a large district in Charleston, South Carolina. In her previous roles as Nutrition Services Manager and Operations Manager, she guided menu development, procurement, and staff training.
She is an active advocate for public health, wellness, and collaborative approaches to child nutrition and is known for helping increase the availability and popularity of plant-powered meals in cafeterias nationwide.
Reserve Your Spot
Registration is required. Click below to sign up for the webinar and save your seat.
Register for the Webinar
Zoom is required to participate.

Composting Workshop
2026-05-30 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Own the Supply Chain: Farmer’s Guide to Microprocessing w/ Melvin Hill Meats
2026-06-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | TN
Tired of long processing wait times? Join the Knox Good Food Fund for a practical workshop with Craig Taffaro of Melvin Hill Meats on transitioning to USDA-inspected microprocessing. Learn the real-world requirements, challenges, and opportunities to scale your livestock operation and improve margins.

Land and Water: An Evening with Kim Wilkie
2026-06-11 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Lakeshore Park – Marble Hall, 5930 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville, TN, 39719, United States
Join renowned British landscape architect Kim Wilkie for an evening exploring the relationship between land, water, and landscape design. Wilkie, author of Led by the Land, has collaborated on internationally recognized projects including Longwood Gardens, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and Earthworks at Broughton Park in England. The event will include discussion centered on landscape architecture, environmental stewardship, and the long history of humans living alongside the natural world. Seating is limited to 200 attendees.

Pollinator Workshop
2026-06-13 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 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.
