September
Burger King paper icon sale
You'll grab a quick fast-food bite at some point soon. Why not help Children's Hospital, too? All area Burger King locations are selling paper icons for $1 each to benefit Radiothon 2011. Each icon includes two coupons – one for a free whopper with the purchase of any value meal, and the other for a free breakfast sandwich with the purchase of any breakfast value meal.
Burger King is hosting the icon sale through September to benefit the 2011 Star 102.1 Radiothon, which raises money for medical equipment for Children's Hospital. The those coupons are good through 12/31/10.
CPR Certification Class
The CPR Class will be offered September 13, 2010. This certification course teaches the American Heart Association chain of survival- from when to call 911 and how to effectively administer CPR to an infant, child, or adult. This course is designed for anyone who may be expected to respond to emergencies at home or in the workplace. Following the course, participants will receive an American Heart Association Heartsaver certification card. Class sizes are limited so pre-registration is required. Pre-register by calling (865) 541-8262.
Oak Ridge Car Seat Checkpoint
Is the car seat protecting your child safe? Oak Ridge Fire Station #2 will be hosting a Safe Kids Car Seat Checkpoint from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 18. There will be technicians on hand to educate and assist owners of child safety seats and booster seats with the proper installation and use of the seats. The checkpoint is sponsored by Safe Kids of the Greater Knox Area, the Oak Ridge Fire Department and the Oak Ridge Police Department. For more information, call (865) 425-3525. Oak Ridge Fire Station #2 is located at 609 Oak Ridge Turnpike in Oak Ridge, Tenn., 37830.
Sevierville Car Seat Checkpoint
Is the car seat protecting your child safe? Mountain National Bank will be hosting a Safe Kids Car Seat Checkpoint from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 18. There will be technicians on hand to educate and assist owners of child safety seats and booster seats with the proper installation and use of the seats. The checkpoint is sponsored by Safe Kids of the Greater Knox Area and the Sevierville Police Department. For more information, call (865) 868-1866. Mountain National Bank is located at 470 Collier Dr. in Sevierville, Tenn., 37862.
Harriman Car Seat Checkpoint
Is the car seat protecting your child safe? Regions Bank will be hosting a Safe Kids Car Seat Checkpoint from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 21. There will be technicians on hand to educate and assist owners of child safety seats and booster seats with the proper installation and use of the seats. The checkpoint is sponsored by Safe Kids of the Greater Knox Area, the Harriman City Fire Department and the City of Harriman Police Department. For more information, call (865) 868-1866. Regions Bank is located at 200 North Roane St. in Harriman, Tenn., 37748.
2nd Annual Butterfly Fund Golf Tournament
The Butterfly Fund golf tournament will be held on Monday, September 27 from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. at the Fox Den Country Club. The two tee times available are at 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The cost to play is $150 per person. To register, please visit the Butterfly Fund. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Bowen Engineering Charity Golf Tournament
Golf enthusiasts should make plans to participate in the upcoming golf tournament sponsored by Bowen Engineering Corporation.
The Bowen Engineering Charity Golf Outing will be held on Monday, September 27 at Gettysvue Golf & Country Club with check-in beginning at 9 a.m. and a shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. Prizes will be awarded for the longest drive, longest putt, closest to the pin and hole in one. Dinner will be provided and registration is $125 per person. Deadline to register is September 13. To register, contact Thomas Lawlor at (865) 293-4042 or by email at tlawlor@bowenengineering.com. Proceeds benefit the meal fund at Children’s Hospital.
For more information on these events or other fundraising opportunities, contact the Children’s Hospital’s Development Department at (865) 541-8441.
October
2010 Bluegrass Festival
The 2010 Bluegrass Festival will be held on Saturday, October 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Union Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Farragut. Admission is $5 per person and children under 12 are free. There will be free parking as well. Championship barbeque, Arts & Crafts and other merchandizing vendors from all over Tennessee will be at this event. The featured Bluegrass bands are Barry Scott & Second Wind; Darin and Brooke Aldridge; Still-House; Will Tate and 6ix Mile; Logan Murrell; Southern Gospel – Bethel University; and Bluegrass – Bethel University. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Children’s Hospital. For more information, contact Gaye Clingingsmith at (865) 966-9040.
Oak Ridge Car Seat Checkpoint
Is the car seat protecting your child safe? Oak Ridge Fire Station #2 will be hosting a Safe Kids Car Seat Checkpoint from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 16. There will be technicians on hand to educate and assist owners of child safety seats and booster seats with the proper installation and use of the seats. The checkpoint is sponsored by Safe Kids of the Greater Knox Area, the Oak Ridge Fire Department and the Oak Ridge Police Department. For more information, call (865) 425-3525. Oak Ridge Fire Station #2 is located at 609 Oak Ridge Turnpike in Oak Ridge, Tenn., 37830.
Harriman Car Seat Checkpoint
Is the car seat protecting your child safe? Regions Bank will be hosting a Safe Kids Car Seat Checkpoint from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 19. There will be technicians on hand to educate and assist owners of child safety seats and booster seats with the proper installation and use of the seats. The checkpoint is sponsored by Safe Kids of the Greater Knox Area, the Harriman City Fire Department and the City of Harriman Police Department. For more information, call (865) 868-1866. Regions Bank is located at 200 North Roane St. in Harriman, Tenn., 37748.
November
Harriman Car Seat Checkpoint
Is the car seat protecting your child safe? Regions Bank will be hosting a Safe Kids Car Seat Checkpoint from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 16. There will be technicians on hand to educate and assist owners of child safety seats and booster seats with the proper installation and use of the seats. The checkpoint is sponsored by Safe Kids of the Greater Knox Area, the Harriman City Fire Department and the City of Harriman Police Department. For more information, call (865) 868-1866. Regions Bank is located at 200 North Roane St. in Harriman, Tenn., 37748.
Oak Ridge Car Seat Checkpoint
Is the car seat protecting your child safe? Oak Ridge Fire Station #2 will be hosting a Safe Kids Car Seat Checkpoint from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 20. There will be technicians on hand to educate and assist owners of child safety seats and booster seats with the proper installation and use of the seats. The checkpoint is sponsored by Safe Kids of the Greater Knox Area, the Oak Ridge Fire Department and the Oak Ridge Police Department. For more information, call (865) 425-3525. Oak Ridge Fire Station #2 is located at 609 Oak Ridge Turnpike in Oak Ridge, Tenn., 37830.
Sevierville Car Seat Checkpoint
Is the car seat protecting your child safe? Mountain National Bank will be hosting a Safe Kids Car Seat Checkpoint from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 20. There will be technicians on hand to educate and assist owners of child safety seats and booster seats with the proper installation and use of the seats. The checkpoint is sponsored by Safe Kids of the Greater Knox Area and the Sevierville Police Department. For more information, call (865) 868-1866. Mountain National Bank is located at 470 Collier Dr. in Sevierville, Tenn., 37862.
Fantasy of Trees
The Fantasy of Trees has been a holiday tradition in East Tennessee since 1985, and this year's event marks the 26th year of this celebration of the season. This year's show is November 24-28 at the Knoxville Convention Center.
In 2010, this special holiday event will showcase a theme of "A Holly Jolly Christmas," highlighted with whimsical decorations and wintry designs that celebrate and showcase the fun and festive holiday season with reindeer at play, this year's "hot holiday colors" of lime green and bright reds, and twinkling snowflakes, glitter and lights.
The Fantasy of Trees features hundreds of sparkling designer-decorated holiday trees; a variety of festive and colorful decorations from poinsettias and lights to floral presentations and glittering snow; holiday gift shops with unique items for everyone; a wonderful village of gingerbread houses; the “Fantasy Theater” featuring continuous live entertainment; special events including a Babes in Toyland Parade and Santa’s Senior Stroll; and dozens of children’s activities including visits with Santa and hands-on holiday crafts.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 4-12, and free for children under age 4.
Look for much more information on the Fantasy of Trees home page.
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