What’s happening in Oak Ridge from Oct. 24-30

Here is a summary of events happening in Oak Ridge starting Thursday, Oct. 24, and continuing through Oct. 30.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24

31^st Annual Children’s Halloween Party – October 24

Location:  Oak Ridge Civic Center.  Time:  6:00-8:30pm

This annual event will be attended by hundreds of children and their parents.  Activities will be planned for every room in the Civic Center and a hay ride will be offered in Bissell Park, weather permitting.  Volunteers age 16 and older are needed to assist with activities.  Persons wishing to work at the event can call the Civic Center at 865-425-3450.  For more information about this event, visit the Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks website at www.orrecparks.org.

 

Chamber’s Primetime Tailgate Party – October 24

Location:  Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot – 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike

This event is the Chamber’s premiere business showcase and networking event!  Participating businesses have been encouraged to come dressed in their favorite team colors and to decorate their display areas with a football tailgate theme.  The event will include music, food, beverages, and door prizes!  Everything one would expect in a tailgate environment, including special guests!  It’s a chance for organizations to showcase what their businesses are all about!  Over 80 businesses have reserved showcase space for this event so far!  For more information, call the Chamber of Commerce at 865-483-1321.

 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25

Trunk Sale for Habitat for Humanity  October 25

Location: Habitat for Humanity of Anderson County, 105 Randolph Road

A Trunk Sale at Grove Center this weekend will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Anderson County, and it will feature items ranging from exquisite jewelry and exotic beads to apparel and linen, organizers said.

The sale is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday at 105 Randolph Road.

Other items will includes accessories, handicrafts, and tribal and bohemian art, organizers said. Merchandise is designed and crafted by banjara (gypsies) and artisans in India.

 

Oak Ridge High School Football – October 25

Oak Ridge Wildcats vs Central

Location:  Away Game – Time:  7:30pm

 

Dia De Los Muertos – Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge – October 25

Location: ChildrenÂ’s Museum of Oak Ridge – 461 West Outer Drive, Oak Ridge.  Time: 3:30 – 5:30pm, for ages 8-13.

Learn about the Aztec and Catholic roots of this Mexican holiday by exploring the traditions, customs and artwork.  Design your own piece of artwork of a colorful Dia de los Muertos mask, and then use the design for face painting.  Decorate a sugar skull that you can take home.  The fee is $15 for members and $20 for non-members.  For more information, visit www.childrensmuseumofoakridge.orgor call 865-482-1074.

 

Special Preview of Karen’s Jewelers Vintage and Estate Jewelry Show – October 25

Location:  Karen’s Jewelers – 1120 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.  Time:  4:00pm – 7:30pm

Come by to preview the unique vintage, estate, and celebrity jewelry!  For more information about the event, to request a specific gem or jewelry from a specific period be available, or to request an appointment the day of the show, contact Karen’s Jewelers at 865-483-6717 or visit www.karensjewelers.com.

 

Open Painting Studio – October 25

Oak Ridge Art Center – 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge

9:30am– 12:00pm

Non-instructed studio time.  Bring all your materials and work at your own pace.  Any media.

For more information visit:  www.oakridgeartcenter.org

 

Open Fiber Studio – October 25

Oak Ridge Art Center – 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge

1:30pm – 4:00pm

Non-instructed studio time for all fiber/textile enthusiasts.  Bring your machine if desired and work with others.

For more information visit:  www.oakridgeartcenter.org

 

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

Trunk Sale for Habitat for Humanity  October 26

Location: Habitat for Humanity of Anderson County, 105 Randolph Road

A Trunk Sale at Grove Center this weekend will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Anderson County, and it will feature items ranging from exquisite jewelry and exotic beads to apparel and linen, organizers said.

The sale is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25 and Oct. 26, at 105 Randolph Road.

Other items will includes accessories, handicrafts, and tribal and bohemian art, organizers said. Merchandise is designed and crafted by banjara (gypsies) and artisans in India.

 

Dialogue with Dan – Discussion with Maestro Dan Allcott about the upcoming concert – October 26

Location:  High Places at Grove Center – 123 Randolph Road, Oak Ridge.  Time:  Noon to 1:00pm

Bring a brown bag lunch or you can purchase a sandwich from Panera Bread for $8.00.  At this luncheon, you’ll be able to discuss the music scheduled to be played at the concert later that day.  For more information, call 865-483-5569.  (A two dollar donation is encouraged).  

 

A Double Dose of Awesomeness – The Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra – October 26

Location:  Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center – 1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge

Under the direction of Maestro Dan Allcott, The Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra proudly presents, “A Double Dose of Awesomeness”. Concert will include Brahm’s Double Concerto, featuring Wesley Baldwin, cello and Wei Tsun Chang, violin, Schubert’s Symphony No. 2, Wagner’s Overture to Rienzi, and Verdi’s Overture to La Forza Del Destino.  Concert begins at 7:00pm.  Ticket prices:  Adults-$25, Young Adults-$10, and Youth-$5.  Tickets available at the door.  For more information, visit www.orcma.org or call 865-483-5569.

 

Secret City Head Race – Regatta – October 26

Location:  Melton Hill Lake – Oak Ridge

Athletes:  Collegiate/High School/Adults.  Competitors:  1200 per day.  For more information, visit www.orra.org.

 

Owl Prowl with Katie Cottrell – October 26

Location:  UT Arboretum – 901 South Illinois Avenue, Oak Ridge.  Time:  6:30pm

The Owl Prowl is one of the Arboretum’s most popular events!  Join them for this unique opportunity to see several of these fascinating raptors up close.  It begins at the Arboretum shelter (follow the signs from the Arboretum parking lot) where Katie Cottrell and Kathy Strunk will share some of their knowledge about these nocturnal raptors from the Clinch River Raptor Center.  This is a look-but-don’t-touch experience, suitable for all ages and is perfect for some pre-Halloween fun and learning.  After understanding more about owls and other raptors, including their habitats, you will take a short walk through the grounds after dark.  Maybe one of the owls will call out to you!  For more information, visit www.utarboretumsociety.org or call 865-483-3571.

 

Halloween Spooktacular – Secret City Excursion Train – October 26

This train ride gives you the opportunity to experience the journey enjoyed by travelers during the golden age of rail travel in the 1930’s and 40’s.  Passengers will begin their journey back in time abroad Southern Railway Coach Fort Oglethorpe, built in 1947.  Train Ride times:  11am, 1pm, and 3pm.  Call for reservations and ticket prices at 865-241-2140 or visit the website atwww.southernappalachia.railway.museum.

 

Linda and Charlie Riggs Workshop – Naked Raku and Alternative Firings – October 26

Join us at the Oak Ridge Art Center for a workshop with Linda and Charlie Riggs.  The fee is $255, $235 for members.  Firing fee: $25.  Special room rate available for this event at the Double Tree Hotel in Oak Ridge.  For information call 865-482-1441.

 

Karen’s Jewelers Hosts Vintage and Estate Jewelry Show – October 26

Location:  KarenÂ’s Jewelers – 1120 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.  Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Come by to see a unique show of vintage, estate, and celebrity jewelry!  For more information about the event, contact Karen’s Jewelers at 865-483-6717 or visit www.karensjewelers.com.

 

Oak Ridge Farmers Market – Opens at 8am every Saturday

Location:  Parking lot across from Jackson Square – East Tennessee Avenue, Oak Ridge

For more information, visit www.easttnfarmmarkets.org.

 

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27

Halloween Spooktacular – Secret City Excursion Train – October 27

This train ride gives you the opportunity to experience the journey enjoyed by travelers during the golden age of rail travel in the 1930’s and 40’s.  Passengers will begin their journey back in time abroad Southern Railway Coach Fort Oglethorpe, built in 1947.  Train Ride times:  1pm and 3pm.  Call for reservations and ticket prices at 865-241-2140 or visit the website atwww.southernappalachia.railway.museum.

 

Linda and Charlie Riggs Workshop – Naked Raku and Alternative Firings – October 27

Join us at the Oak Ridge Art Center for a workshop with Linda and Charlie Riggs.  The fee is $255, $235 for members.  Firing fee: $25.  Special room rates available for this event at the Double Tree Hotel in Oak Ridge.  For information call 865-482-1441.

 

MONDAY, OCTOBER 28

Aqua Power Classes at Oak Ridge Civic Center – Every Monday and Wednesday

Participants do not have to be able to swim, and do not have to get their hair wet.  Classes will be held Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30-8:30pm.  Cost is $5 per class, or $42 for a 6-week session.  Call Civic Center for details and holiday closings at 865-425-3450.

 

Ballroom Dancing – Every Monday, 6:30 p.m.

Location:  Wildcat Den Room of the Midtown Community Center.

Come join the Secret City Ballroom Dancers every Monday night at 6:30pm for ballroom dancing.

Fee:  Admission is $6 on live band nights and $3 on regular Mondays.

For more information contact Ann Stuck at 865-482-2658 or Patti at 865-482-3701.

 

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29

Print Making Studio – October 29

Oak Ridge Art Center – 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge

1:30am– 3:30pm

For more information visit:  www.oakridgeartcenter.org

 

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30

Oak Ridge Farmers Market – Every Wednesday from 3:00-6:00pm

Location:  Parking lot across from Jackson Square – East Tennessee Avenue, Oak Ridge

For more information, visit www.easttnfarmmarkets.org.

 

ONGOING EVENTS:

Forty-Fifth Annual Open Show:  At the Oak Ridge Art Center – thru November 2

The Oak Ridge Art Center’s Open Show is a juried mixed-media exhibition open to all artists.  It is intended to showcase exceptional work produced throughout our region.  There are no size, media, or geographic limitations – it is open to all artists of all media.  The only restrictions are that all work submitted must be original to the artist (idea, design and production), created within the past three years, and have not been shown in a previous Open Show.  Artists are encouraged to enter up to the maximum of three pieces.  The juror will make all determinations on work selected for the exhibition and the awards.  For more information visit: www.oakridgeartcenter.org

 

Cold War Patriots Remembrance Quilt – American Museum of Science and Energy – thru November 4

American Museum of Science and Energy – Lobby

Cold War Patriots Remembrance Quilt display honors the nuclear workers and their contribution to America’s safety.  This one-of-a-kind Remembrance Quilt of 1,250 commemorative hand-written quilt squares forms an American Flag that measures 17 feet x 11 feet. For more information, call 865-576-3200 or visit www.amse.org.

 

 “Oak Ridge in Art” – American Museum of Science and Energy – thru January 5, 2014

“Oak Ridge in Art” features eight framed prints and paintings by residents or former residents of Oak Ridge, including work by Nick Fielder, Helen Guymon, Fred Heddleson, Pat McWilliams Hoskins, Nancy Smith, Irvin Grossman, and Helen Bayless.  For more information, call 865-576-3200 or visit www.amse.org .

 

“The Science Maze”- American Museum of Science and Energy – thru January 12, 2014

“The Science Maze” where visitors get lost in science facts and discover interesting tidbits of science fields from astronomy to zoology as they make their way through The Science Maze.  For more information, call 865-576-3200 or visit www.amse.org.

 

Exercise for Fitness

Location:  Oak Ridge Civic Center

The Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department is sponsoring “Exercise for Fitness”, an adult exercise program taught by Charlotte Hensley.  The class meets at the Oak Ridge Civic Center on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 9-10:30am.  This well balanced program offers exercise routines that include stretching, toning, Pilates, and aerobics.  The instructor incorporates the use of a variety of equipment including fitness balls, hand weights, steps, and hoops to provide a comprehensive workout for each participant. Participants may register for the class at the Civic Center Information desk from 8am to 10pm Monday through Saturday.  The cost for the class is $30 per month or $5.00 per class.  An annual non-resident fee of $20 per year is charged where applicable.  For more information, call the Civic Center front desk at 865-425-3450 or check out their web site at www.orrecparks.org.

 

Fall/Winter/Spring activities at Girls, Inc.

Girls Incorporated Sports Program, offers a variety of sports each year such as, volleyball, tumbling and running in the Fall; basketball and bowling in the Winter; and softball, tennis and a basketball clinic in the Spring.  For more information, contact Tracy Crossno, Sports Director at 865-482-4475 or email her at [email protected].

 

Sports in Oak Ridge

If you are looking for sports activities in Oak Ridge, check out the Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department webpage,www.orrecparks.org.  Many different sports are played throughout the year for adults and children, (men and women’s softball, soccer, basketball, swimming, tennis, volleyball, etc.)  You will find the schedules for team sign-ups, and the dates and times that each sport is played on their webpage.  You can also contact them at 865-425-3450.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Photography – Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge – November 1, 8, 15, 22

Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge.  Time:  3:30-5:30PM.  Ages:  8-13

Learn basic functions of your camera and explore the possibilities of your camera’s creative settings.  Experiment with portraiture and microphotography using the museum and its garden as your backdrop.  Hand-color your photos and create a mixed-media collage with them and host a reception in the gallery.  Students should bring their own digital camera.  Fee is $50 for members and $55 for non-members.  Deadline to sign up is October 25.  Class limit is 15.  For more information, visit www.childrensmuseumofoakridge.orgor call 865-482-1074.

 

Fall Colors – Secret City Excursion Train – November 2

This train ride gives you the opportunity to experience the journey enjoyed by travelers during the golden age of rail travel in the 1930’s and 40’s.  Passengers will begin their journey back in time abroad Southern Railway Coach Fort Oglethorpe, built in 1947.  Train Ride times:  11am, 1pm and 3pm.  Call for reservations and ticket prices at 865-241-2140 or visit the website atwww.southernappalachia.railway.museum.

 

Youth Showcase – November 2

Location:  Grove Center.  Time:  6:30pm – 9:30pm

Join us for this Benefit Performance featuring live performances from Anderson County Youth, delicious treats from RazzleberryÂ’s and an exciting silent & live auction with Bear Stephenson!  All proceeds will be used to provide Child Advocacy Center services to abused children at the Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County Tennessee, Inc.  Cost:  Adults – $25; Children – $15.  You can purchase tickets online at https://youth-showcase.eventbrite.com or buy at the door for $5 more.  For more information, visitwww.childadvocacycenter.net or call 865-463-2740.

 

Daylight Savings Time Ends – Secret City Excursion Train – November 3

This train ride gives you the opportunity to experience the journey enjoyed by travelers during the golden age of rail travel in the 1930’s and 40’s.  Passengers will begin their journey back in time abroad Southern Railway Coach Fort Oglethorpe, built in 1947.  Train Ride times:  1pm and 3pm.  Call for reservations and ticket prices at 865-241-2140 or visit the website atwww.southernappalachia.railway.museum.

 

Annual Dinner and Silent Auction – UT Arboretum – November 12

Location:  Elks Lodge in Oak Ridge – 684 Emory Valley Road, Oak Ridge

Time:  6:00pm  Cost:  Dinner is $25 per person and there will be a cash bar available.

After dinner there will be a very brief business meeting to discuss the status of the auditorium project from Dr. John Hodges, III, Director of the East Tennessee Research and Education Center.  Then, weÂ’ll hear from our Featured Speaker, Dr. Robert Trigiano, UT Professor of Entomology and Plant Pathology.  According to his website, the aim of his work with dogwoods is to develop new cultivars with superior horticultural traits, which include disease resistance, more attractive bracts and foliage, including color and size, and adaptation to climate change.  Also, there will be a Silent Auction, including items such as:  gardening tools, plants, bulbs, bird houses, fountains, sculptures, books, wind chimes, gift certificates to area restaurants or garden centers, handmade crafts, wine, and food items.  All proceeds go to help support the Arboretum!  For more information, contact Lynda Haynes at 865-483-0525 or contact her at [email protected] or call Pat Row at 865-482-9096 or send an email to [email protected].

 

Annual Parade of Trees – November 16

Location:  Pollard Auditorium – 210 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge.  Time:  6:30pm

This event is a fundraiser for the Girls Incorporated!  Fee:  $70 per person in advance and $75 at the door.  For more information, contact Suzanne Shipley Kline at Girls Incorporated of Oak Ridge at 865-482-4475.

 

Holly Work Day – November 16

Location:  UT Arboretum – 901 S. Illinois Avenue, Oak Ridge.

This is a Holly Volunteer Work Day.  Tasks include:  planting and mulching new hollies; selective pruning directed by Dr. Will Witte; general weeding and cleanup; and relocating the deer fencing around newly planted hollies.  Volunteers are invited to collect live holly cuttings for use in their personal holiday decorations.  This year each participant will receive a free holly plant from Elmore Holly Collection cuttings propagated by Carmen Gianforte.  The contact person for this event is Dennis Superczynski.  You can contact him at 865-675-8502.  For more information or to sign up, visit [email protected].

 

Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” – November 23 and 24

Location:  Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center.

Time: 11/23 at 7pm; 11/24 at 2:30pm

Gala celebration at 5pm is included with admission (11/23 show only).  Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, and $10 for students.  Go to the following website to learn about the Encore and School Performances and the “Penny 4 the Arts Program” or to order tickets:  http://orcba.org/Default.aspx .  You can also email Wendie Aurin, ORCBA President, at [email protected], for more information.

 

Thanksgiving Specials – Secret City Excursion Train – November 29

This train ride gives you the opportunity to experience the journey enjoyed by travelers during the golden age of rail travel in the 1930’s and 40’s.  Passengers will begin their journey back in time abroad Southern Railway Coach Fort Oglethorpe, built in 1947.  Train Ride times:  11am, 1pm and 3pm.  Call for reservations and ticket prices at 865-241-2140 or visit the website atwww.southernappalachia.railway.museum.

 

Thanksgiving Specials – Secret City Excursion Train – November 30

This train ride gives you the opportunity to experience the journey enjoyed by travelers during the golden age of rail travel in the 1930’s and 40’s.  Passengers will begin their journey back in time abroad Southern Railway Coach Fort Oglethorpe, built in 1947.  Train Ride times:  11am, 1pm and 3pm.  Call for reservations and ticket prices at 865-241-2140 or visit the website atwww.southernappalachia.railway.museum.

 

Secret City Half Marathon and Expo Weekend Event – November 30 – December 1

Join us in Oak Ridge, TN, for an entire weekend of events!  From children to adults, individual and teams, with any skill level, there is a race for you!  November 30^th the race will be at the Oak Ridge Civic Center and AK Bissell Park.  On December 1^st the race will start at the National Fitness Center at 750 Briarcliff Avenue, Oak Ridge.  For all details or to register, go towww.SecretCityHalfMarathon.com.  Proceeds from the race will go to the following local organizations:  CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children), ASAP (Allies for Substance Abuse Prevention of Anderson County) and TORCH (Trinity Out-Reach Center of Hope).

 

Annie – Oak Ridge Playhouse – November 22 – December 8 (various dates)

Oak Ridge Playhouse – 227 Broadway Avenue, Oak Ridge.

Leapin’ Lizards!  The popular comic strip heroine is back in one of the world’s best-loved musicals.  With equal measures of pluck and positivity, determined little orphan Annie escapes the orphanage and the clutches of embittered Miss Hannigan, in search of her parents who abandoned her years ago.  Yet, with a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City, she manages to charm the hearts of billionaire Oliver Warbucks, a loveable stray mutt named Sandy, and even the President!  Dates and times of performances:  11/22 and 23 at 8pm; 11/28 (Thanksgiving) – 11/30 at 8pm; 12/1 at 2pm; 12/6 and 12/7 at 8pm; 12/8 at 2pm.  For more information or to order tickets, visit www.orplayhouse.com or call 865-482-9999.

 

IN THE AREA:

Breakfast with Dr. Fagundes – October 25

Location:   Hollingsworth Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership – 2135 N. Charles Seivers Blvd, Clinton.

Time:  8:00-9:30am.

Dr. Marcio Fagundes is a Board Certified Radiation Oncologist and Medical Director for The Provision Center for Proton Therapy.  He will explain the most innovative cancer treatment in the world – proton therapy.  Treating patients with proton therapy since 1993, Dr. Fagundes is excited to share the benefits of this non-invasive treatment and the impact the Provision Center for Proton Therapy will have on our area.  The public is invited to this informative breakfast.  Tickets are $15 for Chamber members and $20 for guests. Tickets are available at the Chamber office or by visiting the Chamber’s website at www.andersoncountychamber.org.

 

Windrock 100 – Windrock Park – October 26-27

Dirty Bird Events will have two options for participants.  One event will be a 100 km (62 miles) race and the other will be a 100 mile trail race.  Both races will take place at Windrock Park.  For more information, call 865-435-1251 or visit www.dirtybirdevents.com.

 

Fall Color Trips – Norris Lake – thru October 27

Each year, nature displays a spectacular array of fall colors.  Join us as we venture along the shores of Norris Lake on a pontoon boat ride and view this beautiful display of nature’s artistry.  Each boat ride will last approximately one hour and will depart from the Norris Dam Marina.  Park Rangers will narrate your trip with tree identification and park history.  The daily trips will depart at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, and 3:30pm each day.  The cost is $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for children under six.  Trips will be cancelled for inclement weather.  Please call the park office to register for a trip.  Call 865-426-7461 or visit www.norrisdamstatepark.org.

 

UTV Rally Raid Race Series – Windrock Park – November 9

UTV Rally Raid is four hours of adrenaline packed racing against the clock during the hours of daylight and darkness at high speed. No prior race experience is necessary and all classes of driver and vehicle are catered for.  There will be a race each month through the 2013 year.  You can race the entire series or just one race.  For more information, call 865-435-1251 or visit www.utvrallyraid.com.