The University of Tennessee Arboretum Society’s Annual Dinner and Silent Auction will be held at 6 p.m. today (Tuesday, November 11) at the Elks Club in Oak Ridge.
The speaker will be Richard Evans, retired director of the Arboretum’s Forest Resources and AgResearch Education Center for 39 years. He will recap the Arboretum’s history, programs, research, and advancements during the first 50 years.
The evening will begin with at 6 p.m. with a social hour (cash bar) and silent auction followed by a buffet dinner at 7 p.m. A brief a brief business meeting will take place, followed by Evans’ presentation.
Silent actions items include fine crafts, gifts certificates, signed books, art, wine and accessories, hard tools, and much, much more, a press release said. “Arrive early for the best bidding and to chat with other Arboretum supporters!”
Next year marks and exciting time for the Arboretum as construction has begun on the new auditorium, which will be completed by June 2015. The audience will be given an updated on the new 2,400-square-foot building, designed to accommodate 120 people for programs and events.
The Elks Club is at 684 Emory Valley Road in Oak Ridge. The public is welcome to attend, and the cost is $25 per person.
Reservations are required. To reserve a place or for more information on the Annual Dinner and Silent Auction, call Lynda Haynes at (865) 483-0525 or send an email to lyndaandchuck@bellsouth.net, or call Pat Row at (865) 482-9096 or send an email to patrow@comcast.net. Credit cards, cash, or checks will be accepted at the door. Come enjoy and evening of great food, an interesting presentation, and silent auction.
To learn more about the Arboretum Society, go to www.utarboretumsociety.org.
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