What’s happening in Oak Ridge from Feb. 27-March 5

Here is a summary of events happening in Oak Ridge starting Thursday, Feb. 27, and continuing through March 5.

This weekly listing of events is compiled by the Oak Ridge Convention and Visitors Bureau.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27

Other Desert Cities – Oak Ridge Playhouse – February 27

Oak Ridge Playhouse – 227 Broadway Avenue, Oak Ridge – Mainstage.  Time:  8:00pm

In this recent Tony Award-winning Broadway play, Brooke Wyeth returns home to Palm Springs after a six-year absence to celebrate Christmas with her parents, her brother, and her aunt, she announces that she is about to publish a memoir dredging up a pivotal and tragic event in the family’s history – a wound they don’t want reopened.  In effect, she draws a line in the sand and dares them all to cross it.  For more information or to order tickets, visit www.orplayhouse.com or call 865-482-9999.

 

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28

Training Available – TN Small Business Development Center – February 28

The TN Small Business Development Center has several upcoming seminars.  All are FREE, but registration is required.  The upcoming training sessions are as follows:  February 28^th at 11:30am-1:30pm – Small Business Start-Up Seminar.  For more information on this or to register, click the following link:  http://orcc.org/tsbdc/seminar.html or contact Jutta Bangs at [email protected] if you have questions.

 

Other Desert Cities – Oak Ridge Playhouse – February 28

Oak Ridge Playhouse – 227 Broadway Avenue, Oak Ridge – Mainstage.  Time:  8:00pm

In this recent Tony Award-winning Broadway play, Brooke Wyeth returns home to Palm Springs after a six-year absence to celebrate Christmas with her parents, her brother, and her aunt, she announces that she is about to publish a memoir dredging up a pivotal and tragic event in the family’s history – a wound they don’t want reopened.  In effect, she draws a line in the sand and dares them all to cross it.  For more information or to order tickets, visit www.orplayhouse.com or call 865-482-9999.

 

Open Painting Studio – February 28

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

 

Art A La Carte – Brown Bag Learning Lunch – February 28

Oak Ridge Art Center – 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Held at noon on the fourth Friday of each month, Art A La Carte is a series of brown bag luncheons that may include video tours of other museums or special exhibitions, profiles of national, international and regional artists and their work, and features on specific media and techniques for handling that medium.  Occasionally, artists will offer slide presentations of regional work, galleries tours of their exhibitions in the Art Center galleries, or demonstrations with discussion.  Call the Art Center for a specific schedule.  Guests should bring a bag lunch.  The Center provides coffee and tea.  Art A La Carte is FREE and open to the public. For more information visit:  www.oakridgeartcenter.org.

 

Open Fiber Studio – February 28

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, MARCH 1

“Atomic Energy:  A Life Magazine Exhibition Prepared in Consultation with the United States Atomic Energy Commission” – March 1 – April 20

Location:  American Museum of Science and Energy (Lobby) – 300 South Tulane Avenue.

A 1948 panel exhibition prepared by Life magazine for distribution, and was announced in National Committee on Atomic Energy newsletter 66 years ago.  The vintage photographic panel exhibit portrays the constructive uses of atomic energy, and the need for international control. Artifacts included are the panel display shipping crate, an exhibition pamphlet stamped American Museum of Atomic Energy, and at least one book mentioned in the pamphlet will be displayed.  This exhibit was donated to AMSE in 2013 by the Samuel P. Hayes Research Library at Perkins School for the blind in Watertown, MA.  For more information, visit www.amse.org or call 865-576-3200.

 

Rock to Bach Music Festival – March 1

Location:  Y-12, New Hope Center – 602 Scarboro Road, Oak Ridge.  Time:  10:30am-6:30pm

There will be 16 musical groups and you can come and go all day long!  Ticket prices are as follows: Adults – $12, Children (12 and under) – $6, Family Ticket – $30.  There will be lunch, coffee and snacks available.  This is a fundraiser for the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association.  For more information, visit www.orcma.org.

 

Other Desert Cities – Oak Ridge Playhouse – March 1

Oak Ridge Playhouse – 227 Broadway Avenue, Oak Ridge – Mainstage.  Time:  8:00pm

In this recent Tony Award-winning Broadway play, Brooke Wyeth returns home to Palm Springs after a six-year absence to celebrate Christmas with her parents, her brother, and her aunt, she announces that she is about to publish a memoir dredging up a pivotal and tragic event in the family’s history – a wound they don’t want reopened.  In effect, she draws a line in the sand and dares them all to cross it.  For more information or to order tickets, visit www.orplayhouse.com or call 865-482-9999.

 

SUNDAY, MARCH 2

Other Desert Cities – Oak Ridge Playhouse – thru March 2

Oak Ridge Playhouse – 227 Broadway Avenue, Oak Ridge – Mainstage.  Time:  2:00pm

In this recent Tony Award-winning Broadway play, Brooke Wyeth returns home to Palm Springs after a six-year absence to celebrate Christmas with her parents, her brother, and her aunt, she announces that she is about to publish a memoir dredging up a pivotal and tragic event in the family’s history – a wound they don’t want reopened.  In effect, she draws a line in the sand and dares them all to cross it.  For more information or to order tickets, visit www.orplayhouse.com or call 865-482-9999.

 

MONDAY, MARCH 3                    

Exercise for Fitness – Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings

Location:  Oak Ridge Civic Center – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.  Time:  9:00am-10:30am

This class will help you look and feel healthier!  Exercise for Fitness is an adult, well balanced program that 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, stretch bands and h oops to provide a comprehensive workout for each participant.  Classes meet year round.  Fees are $30 per month or $5 per class.  An annual “non-resident” fee of $20 per year is charged where applicable.  For more information about this or other fitness options at the Oak Ridge Civic Center, please check out the Civic Center’s webpage at http://orrecparks.oakridgetn.gov/civic-center/classes-and-activities/  or call 865-425-3450.

 

Aqua Power Classes – Every Monday and Wednesday

Location:  Oak Ridge Civic Center – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.

The program is geared toward participants who wish to receive a workout in the water and will be encouraged to work at their own pace. Participants do not have to be able to swim or get their hair wet.  Interested participants may register at the Civic Center front desk.  For further information, call 865-425-3450 or visit the website at www.orrecparks.org.

 

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, MARCH 4

Career Coach Computer Center Job Search Help – March 4

Location:  Oak Ridge Public Library Parking Lot – 1401 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge

Do you need help writing or editing your resume?  Have you been looking for someone to help you with online applications?  The Career Coach, sponsored by the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development Employment Security Division, will be returning to the Oak Ridge Public Library parking lot from 10:00am – 3:00pm on March 4^th.  This is a free service for the public, and participants do not have to be library members or Oak Ridge residents.  For more information on this program, call the Library at 865-425-3455 or email them at[email protected].

 

Print Making Studio – March 4

Oak Ridge Art Center – 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge

1:30am– 3:30pm

For more information visit:  www.oakridgeartcenter.org

 

Zumba Fitness Classes at the Oak Ridge Civic Center – Tuesdays and Thursdays

Location:  Oak Ridge Civic Center – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.  Time:  6:00pm

Are you ready to party yourself into shape?  That’s exactly what the Zumba program is all about.  It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health.  Join us on Tuesday & Thursday evenings at 6:00pm for an hour-long workout party!  Fees are $6 per class, or you may purchase a punch card for 5 classes for $25 and a 10 class card for $45.  Click here to print out a release form to have signed and ready to turn in at your first class:  http://orrecparks.oakridgetn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/ZUMBA-Release1.doc .  For more information about this or other fitness options at the Oak Ridge Civic Center, please check out the Civic Center’s webpage at http://orrecparks.oakridgetn.gov/civic-center/classes-and-activities/  or call 865-425-3450.

 

Disc Golf:  Random Draw Doubles – Every Tuesday

Location:  Carl Yearwood Disc Golf Course – Bus Terminal Road, Oak Ridge

Time:  6:00pm – 8:00pm

This is a challenging but short Par 3 disc golf course.  This course has tee signs, access to a water fountain, and there are two different basket locations and tee lengths on each hold.  For more information, call 865-425-3450.  This schedule will continue every Tuesday until September 25, 2015.

 

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5

Exercise for Fitness – Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings

Location:  Oak Ridge Civic Center – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.  Time:  9:00am-10:30am

This class will help you look and feel healthier!  Exercise for Fitness is an adult, well balanced program that 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, stretch bands and h oops to provide a comprehensive workout for each participant.  Classes meet year round.  Fees are $30 per month or $5 per class.  An annual “non-resident” fee of $20 per year is charged where applicable.  For more information about this or other fitness options at the Oak Ridge Civic Center, please check out the Civic Center’s webpage at http://orrecparks.oakridgetn.gov/civic-center/classes-and-activities/  or call 865-425-3450.

 

Aqua Power Classes – Every Monday and Wednesday

Location:  Oak Ridge Civic Center – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.

The program is geared toward participants who wish to receive a workout in the water and will be encouraged to work at their own pace. Participants do not have to be able to swim or get their hair wet.  Interested participants may register at the Civic Center front desk.  For further information, call 865-425-3450 or visit the website at www.orrecparks.org.

 

ONGOING EVENTS:

Presenting Forbes Arts Exhibition – Month of February

Location:  Oak Ridge Public Library – 1401 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.

For the month of February, the Oak Ridge Library will be exhibiting Forbes Arts, nature photography by Rob Forbes.  Rob Forbes has been an artist for a long time and now has this great opportunity to show his Nature Photography to the public inside the Oak Ridge Library for the entire month of February!  All of these works will be for sale after the exhibition viewing.  Take advantage of a 50% discount of up to $50 and more. For more information on this exhibition or his art work, you can email him at [email protected] .  The Library number to call for information is 865-425-3457.

 

Ebony Imagery XV, Creative CrackerJacks at the Oak Ridge Art Center – thru March 9

Oak Ridge Art Center – 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge

In addition to the featured Exhibition, come and see selections from the Art Center’s Permanent Collection which features International Artists including Henri Matisse, Edouard Manet, Salvador Dali and many others.  This event is FREE and open to the public.  Bring your friends and family!  Call the Art Center for questions at 865-482-1441.

 

“Atomic Energy:  A Life Magazine Exhibition Prepared in Consultation with the United States Atomic Energy Commission” – thru April 20

Location:  American Museum of Science and Energy (Lobby) – 300 South Tulane Avenue.

A 1948 panel exhibition prepared by Life magazine for distribution, and was announced in National Committee on Atomic Energy newsletter 66 years ago.  The vintage photographic panel exhibit portrays the constructive uses of atomic energy, and the need for international control. Artifacts included are the panel display shipping crate, an exhibition pamphlet stamped American Museum of Atomic Energy, and at least one book mentioned in the pamphlet will be displayed.  This exhibit was donated to AMSE in 2013 by the Samuel P. Hayes Research Library at Perkins School for the blind in Watertown, MA.  For more information, visit www.amse.org or call 865-576-3200.

 

Life Development Center – Haw Ridge Park

Located:  Haw Ridge Park on Edgemoor Road, Oak Ridge

This facility has a challenging but safe rope course and the staff can provide other exciting adventures such as rock climbing, backpacking, white water rafting, and caving.  The center is also available for camping, family reunions, team building retreats, company picnics, birthday parties, and youth group outings.  The CenterÂ’s proximity to Haw Ridge Park and Melton Hill Lake also make it ideal for mountain biking, trail running, and canoeing.  The rates are determined based on the size of the group and the activities.  You can contact the staff at 865-200-1790 or send an email to [email protected].

 

Outdoor Activities in Oak Ridge (and surrounding areas) – Ongoing

For outdoor activities such as Golfing, Birdwatching, Hiking, Fishing, Horseback Riding, Swimming, Water Skiing, Camping or ATV fun, visit the following website for detailed information and locations http://oakridgevisitor.com/around-town/what-to-do/outdoor/.

 

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:

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – Prestige Tuxedo – March 6

Location:  Prestige Tuxedo – 143 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.  Time:  8am (Ribbon cutting at 8:15am).

Please come join us to welcome this new business to Oak Ridge.  Light refreshments will be served.

 

Come to the Library to Enroll in the Affordable Care Act! – March 8

Location:  Oak Ridge Public Library Auditorium – 1401 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.  Time:  2:00-5:30pm

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) event will be manned by volunteers who will provide both ACA information and ACA enrollment assistance for those interested in signing up for health insurance under the new ACA Exchanges.  Individual computer stations will be available, and volunteers will be on-hand to assist as needed.  In addition, a Spanish-language translator will also be available.  The official web site for enrollment iswww.healthcare.gov ; this site also contains detail information about the ACA, and its costs and benefits.  Those interested in enrolling are encouraged to bring Social Security numbers, income and tax information, and details of employer-sponsored insurance options (if any). Participants should bring this information for themselves and for any family members who may be enrolling.  This event is FREE and open to the public and light refreshments will be provided.  For more information about the program, contact the library at 865-425-3455 or email the library at [email protected].

 

Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties (ADFAC) Dine & Donate Begins – March 10

On March 10, the following restaurants will be donating a significant portion of their sales to ADFAC, a local nonprofit working to provide hope and stability to our less fortunate neighbors:  Nature’s Marketplace, Papa Murphy’s, The Other One, and Razzleberry’s in Oak Ridge and Hoskins Restaurant in Clinton.   For additional information, please visit, www.adfac.org.

 

Pugh CPAs Value Series Lunch – March 11

Location:  Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce – Joyce Conference Room – 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike

Time:  11:30am – 1:00pm

Speaker will be Marilyn Roddy, Director of STEMspark, the East Tennessee STEM Education hub of the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network. For members of the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce, the cost to attend our VALUE Series Lunch is included in your membership investment. For non-members, the cost to attend is $30.  For information about this event, contact Kathy Gillenwaters at 865-483-1321.  To register for this event, visit https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e8vvdy9rc48b6521&oseq=&c=&ch=.

Contact Lisa Hoyt at [email protected] for information on how to join the Chamber of Commerce.

 

“Spring Break at AMSE:  Every AMSE visitor saves $1.00 off regular AMSE Admission” – March 15-23

Location:  American Museum of Science and Energy – 300 South Tulane Avenue, Oak Ridge

Visitors to AMSE can explore the WWII Manhattan Project history creating the 1940’s secret city of Oak Ridge and the science that evolved.  Do experiments and discover more about basic science and energy sources.  Enjoy the live demonstrations with audience participation.  Extend history and science with the purchase of an educational souvenir from the Discover Shop.  For more information, visit www.amse.org or call 865-576-3200.

 

Huck Finn’s Story – Oak Ridge Playhouse – March 29-30

Location:  Oak Ridge Playhouse – Jr. Playhouse – 227 Broadway Avenue, Oak Ridge.

Alive with colorful characters and action-filled scenes, this play for young audiences reveals Huck as a clever, lovable boy who is baffled by the greed, hypocrisy and absurdity of society.  His conscience troubles him about what is wrong and what is right, and on a long journey down the Mississippi, he embarks on an adventurous tale of excitement and suspense that is delightfully sprinkled with Mark Twain’s home-spun humor. Times of Performances:  March 29 at 1:00pm and 4:00pm and March 30 at 2:00pm.  For more information, visit www.orplayhouse.com or call 865-482-9999.

 

“Assisted Living: The Musical”–MASSKUS Production’s TN Premier of Musical-Comedy Show – April 3-6, 2014

Location:  The Historic Grove Theatre – 123 Randolph Road, Oak Ridge.

“Assisted Living:  The Musical” is a fast-paced 75 minute show with two performers and a pianist appearing as 18 characters.  It is a good-hearted look at getting older with side splitting humor and catchy tunes.  It’s a show for those of a certain age, those that have parents and friends entering this phase, and for everyone that hopes to grow old with humor and dignity.  It tells the story from inside the “process” by being funny yet without being insulting or sarcastic.  The show will be performed five times at The Historic Grove Theater, dates and times are as follows:  Thursday, April 3 at 7:30pm; Friday, April 4 at 7:30pm; Saturday, April 5 at 3pm and 7:30pm; and Sunday, April 6 at 3pm.  Tickets for these performances are available through www.KnoxvilleTickets.com , by phone 865-656-4444, or toll free at 877-995-9961, and in person at Knoxville Tickets outlets or at the door.  Take a look at the “Assisted Living the Musical video link” at http://youtu.be/6PAf5rTGiPA.

 

Butterflies for Hope 5K and Bike Ride – April 4^th and 5^th

The 5K run will be on the evening of April 4^th beginning at 6:00pm.  On April 5^th, the bike ride will begin at the Hot Bagel Company, located at 1155 Oak Ridge Turnpike.  For the April 5^th bike ride details, visit http://racedayevents.net/events/butterflies-for-hope/ . You can contact Donna Sullivan at the Hot Bagel Company – 865-482-2435, if you have questions.  More details will be presented as the date gets closer.

 

“Spring Colors” – Secret City Scenic Excursion Train – April 5

Spring Colors:  11:00am, 1:00pm, and 3:00pm

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.  Advance reservations are required as seating is limited.  Call for ticket prices and departure times at 865-241-2140 and visit the website atwww.southernappalachia.railway.museum.

 

Spring Plant Sale – UT Arboretum – April 11 and 12

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

There will be a wide assortment of plants, and individuals will be there to help you choose good plants for your landscape.  There will be various plant vendors there such as:  Beaver Creek Nursery, East Fork Nursery, Sunlight Gardens, and Riverdale Nursery.  Dano’s Hot Dogs will be there selling food.  April 11^th will be for members only and will be from 5:00-7:00pm.  April 12^th will be the public sale and will be from 9:00am-3:00pm.  For more information on this or any Arboretum Event, visit http://forestry.tennessee.edu/arboretum.htm or call 865-483-3571.

 

Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties (ADFAC) Dine & Donate Begins – April 14

On April 14th, the following restaurants will be donating a significant portion of their sales to ADFAC, a local nonprofit working to provide hope and stability to our less fortunate neighbors:  Razzleberry’s, Subway, and The Soup Kitchen in Oak Ridge and Hoskins Restaurant, Subway, and Riverview Grill Seaford & BBQ in Clinton.   For additional information, please visit, www.adfac.org.

 

The Secret City Scenic Excursion Train – April 19

April 19 – Spring Colors – 11am, 1pm, and 3pm

April 19 – Easter Dinner Train – 6pm

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.  On the “dinner train ride”, a delicious dinner prepared by Chef Andras will be served.  Advance reservations are required as seating is limited.  Call for ticket prices and departure times at 865-241-2140 and visit the website at www.southernappalachia.railway.museum.

 

Registration Open for Fiesta Primetime – Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce – April 24

Location:  Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce (Parking Lot) – 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.  Time:  4:30-6:30pm

This is one of the ChamberÂ’s biggest networking opportunities of the year!  We hope youÂ’ll plan to participate.  Visithttp://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e8wzuwq0f1706f6a&llr=sttrkqcab to reserve your spot.  Contact Lisa Hoyt at[email protected] for information on how to join the Chamber of Commerce.

 

AinÂ’t MisbehavinÂ’ – Oak Ridge Playhouse – April 25 – May 11 (Various Dates and Times)

Location:  Oak Ridge Playhouse – 227 Broadway Avenue, Oak Ridge.  Mainstage

This Tony-winner evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of honky tonk dives, rent parties, and stride piano players, in 1930’s Harlem. The rollicking, swinging music of the inimitable “Fats” Waller gets the joint a-jumpin’ as the cast struts, strums and sing songs made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.  For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit www.orplayhouse.com or call 865-482-9999.

 

IN THE AREA:

February Classes at the Appalachian Arts Craft Center – Month of February

The Appalachian Arts Craft Center is offering multiple classes throughout the month of February.  Some of these classes include knitted bead cuff bracelet, intensive throwing workshop, beginner wheel and playing with fire!  For information on the class times, how to register, and prices, call 865-494-9854 or visit www.appalachianarts.net.

 

Outdoor Channel’s Fishing University Show coming to Norris Lake! – February 27

The host of the Outdoor Channel’s “Fishing University” television show will be on Norris Lake next week filming a show for their 2014 season.  You will have the opportunity to meet the hosts of the show, Charlie Ingram and Ray Brazier and their guests, Dean Smith, CEO and Kody Bradbury, Brand Manager of Legend Boats on Thursday, February 27^th from 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Museum of Appalachia.  This is a free event for the entire family and will give you the opportunity to ask the pros everything you always wanted to know about bass fishing.  For information on the “Fishing University” show, visit www.fishingu.com .  For information on “Fishing University’s” visit to Anderson County, contact the Anderson County Tourism Council at 865-457-4547 or visit www.yallcome.org.

 

New General Store at Windrock

Windrock Park has a new General Store at the trailhead in Oliver Springs.  In addition to selling trail supplies and permits, the store is where you can rent one of their new Kawasaki Teryx 750 (side by side).  This is a great opportunity for visitors to have easy access to Windrock’s 72,000 acres without bringing or owning their own equipment.

 

Five County Norris Lake Spring Clean Up – March 22

Spring is just around the corner and with spring comes spring cleanups.  The Five County Norris Lake Spring Clean Up will be from 9:00am to 1:00pm.  There will be multiple launch points in each county.  You can find all the information at www.yallcome.org/anderson-county-highlights/norris-lake-cleanup .  If you have questions, please call Anderson County Tourism at 865-457-4547.