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! 🌈🌱

Volunteer at Pastor Richard S. Brown Community Garden
2025-08-15 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-18 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-20 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-22 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-25 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-27 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-29 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-01 09:00 - 12:00 and 8 more dates | Pastor Richard S. Brown Community Garden, 2723 Louise Ave, Knoxville, 37914, United States
Community Garden Volunteer
Pastor Richard S. Brown Community Garden
2723 Louise Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37914
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
9am-Noon

Pastor Richard S. Brown Community Garden
Come check out this beautiful 100 bed garden on the East side! With 64 beds available for community adoption and 36 beds dedicated to growing fresh produce for local distribution, there’s always something meaningful to do. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just love being outdoors, we welcome helping hands!
What to bring:

Water bottle
Gardening gloves
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, etc.)
Closed-toe shoes (boots preferable)

Contact: Emily Brewer
Community Gardens Manager
Knox County Community Gardens and Growers Alliance
emily.brewer@knoxgardenalliance.org | (317) 354-7849 (c.)

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 | 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
