What’s happening in Oak Ridge from May 29-June 4

Here is a summary of events happening in Oak Ridge starting Thursday, May 29, and continuing through June 4.

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

 

THURSDAY, MAY 29

Oak Ridge High School Commencement Ceremony – May 29

Location:  Blankenship Field.  Time:  7:00pm

 

Celebrate the Oak Ridge Public Library’s 70^th Birthday! – May 29

Location:  Oak Ridge Library – 1401 Oak Ridge Turnpike.

The Library will begin giving away copies of their 2014 Library Staff Cookbook and serving a birthday cake at 1:00pm in the Library Auditorium. Come in and get a slice of cake and stay for the adult programs offered afterwards.  For more information, call 865-425-3455 or email[email protected].

 

FRIDAY, MAY 30

Open Painting Studio – May 30

Oak Ridge Art Center – 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge

9:30am – 12:00pm.  For more information visit:  www.oakridgeartcenter.org

 

Open Fiber Studio – May 30

Oak Ridge Art Center – 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge

1:30pm – 4:00pm.  For more information visit:  www.oakridgeartcenter.org

 

SATURDAY, MAY 31

Oak Ridge Municipal Outdoor Pool Opens for the Summer! – May 31

Location:  172 Providence Road.

The OR Municipal Outdoor Pool opens FULL TIME, on its regular summer schedule.  Please visit www.orrecparks.org for the regular summer pool schedule.  Accessible to people with disabilities

 

Oak Ridge Dragon Boat Race and Festival – May 31

Location:  Melton Hill Lake Park – Oak Ridge.

The Oak Ridge Rotary Clubs are hosting this Dragon Boat Race and Festival.  To learn more about the race or to volunteer to help out, visithttp://oakridge.racedragonboats.com/.

 

Run for the Rose Women’s 5K  and Triathlon – May 31 and June 1

Location:  127 Randolph Road, Oak Ridge.   Time:  7:00am / Race begins at 8:00am

Come and enjoy a women’s sport event weekend!  There will be a 5K on Saturday (5/31) and a Triathlon on Sunday (6/1).  For more information, visithttp://www.imathlete.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?fEID=17975.

 

Atomic Energy is a LIFE magazine exhibition – Last Day!

Location:  American Museum of Science and Energy – Lobby

This exhibition was prepared in 1948 in consultation with the United States Atomic Energy Commission.  Artifacts displayed are the exhibit’s shipping crate, an exhibition pamphlet stamped American Museum of Atomic Energy and several books mentioned in the pamphlet.  For more information, visitwww.amse.org or call 865-576-3200.

 

Registration Open for AMSE Science Explorer Camp – Last Day!

Located at Freels Bend Cabin in Oak Ridge, AMSE’s Science Explorer Camp is scheduled for June 9-13 (Mon – Fri) and June 16-20 (Mon – Fri) from 8:00am-3:30pm.  Camp registration is available online now at http://amse.org/visitors/summer-camps or you can pick up a registration form at the Museum.  For more information, visit www.amse.org or call 865-576-3200.

 

Oak Ridge High School Student Council Flea Market – thru last weekend in November           

Location:  Oak Ridge High School parking lot (O.R. Turnpike side).

 

Oak Ridge Farmers Market – Every Saturday

Location:  Adjacent to Historic Jackson Square (East Tennessee Avenue, Oak Ridge).  Time:  8:00am – Noon

 

Saturday Tennis – Oak Ridge Tennis Club – Every Saturday

Location:  Jackson Square Tennis Courts – Broadway Avenue, Oak Ridge

Participate in an informal get-together of local tennis players on Saturdays. Play begins at 9:00am during the Spring through Fall.  To join the Saturday tennis email list, visit [email protected].

 

SUNDAY, JUNE 1

Survivor Sundae – June 1

Location:  Cheyenne Ambulatory Center – 944 Oak Ridge Turnpike.  Time:  2:00-4:00pm

This is a Celebration of Cancer Survivors & their Families!  You do not have to be a cancer survivor to attend!  This is a FREE event and open to the public!  There will be an ice cream sundae bar and a performance by The Mt. LeConte Jug Band. RSVP to 865-835-4662.

 

Run for the Rose Women’s Triathlon –  June 1

Location:  127 Randolph Road, Oak Ridge.   Time:  7:00am / Race begins at 8:00am

Come and enjoy a women’s sport event weekend!  There will be a 5K on Saturday (5/31) and a Triathlon on Sunday (6/1).  For more information, visithttp://www.imathlete.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?fEID=17975.

 

MONDAY, JUNE 2          

DOE Facilities Bus Tour – June 2 – August 29

Location:  This bus tour will depart from the American Museum of Science and Energy (AMSE) – 300 South Tulane Avenue.

This tour is free with paid admission to AMSE.  Dates:  Monday-Friday from June 2 thru August 29.

This tour explores the original Manhattan Project sites around Oak Ridge and tells the history behind the development of the world’s first atomic weapon.  Bus participants must be U.S. Citizens, have a photo ID, and be at least 10 years old.  For more information, contact AMSE at 865-576-3200 or visit www.amse.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, JUNE 3

Print Making Studio – June 3

Oak Ridge Art Center – 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge

1:30am– 3:30pm.  For more information visit:  www.oakridgeartcenter.org

 

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.  For more information, call 865-425-3450.  This schedule will continue every Tuesday until September 25, 2015.

 

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4

Oak Ridge Farmers Market – Every Wednesday

Location:  Adjacent to Historic Jackson Square (East Tennessee Avenue, Oak Ridge).  Time:  3:00 – 6:00pm

 

ONGOING EVENTS:

DOE Facilities Bus Tour – thru August 29

Location:  This bus tour will depart from the American Museum of Science and Energy (AMSE) – 300 South Tulane Avenue.

This tour is free with paid admission to AMSE.  Dates:  Monday-Friday from June 2 thru August 29.

This tour explores the original Manhattan Project sites around Oak Ridge and tells the history behind the development of the world’s first atomic weapon.  Bus participants must be U.S. Citizens, have a photo ID, and be at least 10 years old.  For more information, contact AMSE at 865-576-3200 or visit www.amse.org.

 

Summer activities going on at the Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge. 

For a detailed list of classes, workshops, and other activities visit, http://childrensmuseumofoakridge.org/activities/.

 

Registration for Imagination Station Summer Camp at the ChildrenÂ’s Museum of Oak Ridge is now Open.

Camp sessions will be held from June 9 to August 8.  There are 75 sessions for children aged preschool through rising 7^th grade.  Information is available by calling 865-482-1074 or visiting www.childrensmuseumofoakridge.org/camps/.

 

Aqua Power Classes – Every Monday and Wednesday

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

Interested participants may register at the Civic Center front desk.  For more information, visit www.orrecparks.org .

 

Exercise for Fitness – Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings

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

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, visit http://orrecparks.oakridgetn.gov/civic-center/classes-and-activities/ or call 865-425-3450.

 

Need some one-on-one Kindle Help? – Make an appointment at the Library! – Ongoing

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

This is a FREE program for the community and only requires that you bring your Kindle, your library card number and PIN, and the email address and password associated with your Amazon account.  To obtain a Library card or to make an appointment with Joan, call the Library at 865-425-3455.

 

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.  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/.

 

Activities at Girls, Inc.

Girls Incorporated Sports Program offers a variety of sports.  For more information, contact Tracy Crossno, Sports Director at 865-482-4475 or email her at [email protected]

 

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Welcome to Summer – The Secret City Scenic Excursion Train – June 7

June 7 – Welcome to Summer – 11am, 1pm, and 3pm

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. 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.

 

Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties (ADFAC) Dine & Donate Begins – June 9

On June 9th, 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:  In Oak Ridge:  Pizza Inn, Razzleberry’s, and The Other One.  In Clinton:  Hoskins Restaurant.  For additional information, please visit, www.adfac.org.

 

Leading a Multi-Generational Workforce:  An Employee Engagement & Coaching Guide – June 10

Location:  Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce – Joyce Conference Room – 1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike.  Time: 11:30-1:00

The presenter of this Value Series Training is Jim Christensen of Dale Carnegie Training of Tennessee.  Managers need to recognize how to motivate team members individually and capitalize on strengths each member brings to the team.  Fee:  Chamber Members is free for non-members the price is $30.  For more information or to register, call Kathy Gillenwaters at 865-483-1321.

 

Back by Popular Demand:  Career Coach at the Oak Ridge Library – June 11

Location:  Oak Ridge Public Library (parking lot) – 1401 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.  Time:  10:00am – 3:00pm

For more information on the Career Coach, check out their website at www.getonthecoach.tn.gov .  This is a FREE service for the public and participants do not have to be library members or Oak Ridge residents to receive assistance.  For more information on this FREE program, call the Library at 865-425-3455 or send an email to [email protected].

 

Secret City Festival – June 13 and 14

Location:  A.K. Bissell Park – 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike.

This award winning, 2-day event celebrates 12 years of family fun, great entertainment, arts & crafts, and commemorates the incredible history that makes Oak Ridge unique.  Tickets for the Friday and Saturday night concerts are now on sale!  Friday, June 13^th, Eddie Money with be performing, with Jada Blade as the opening band; Saturday, June 14^th, Kix Brooks will be performing, with Phoenix Drive as the opening band.  Early Bird Tickets on sale thru June 1 for $18, after June 1, all tickets will be $20.  For complete Festival information and details, or to purchase tickets for the concerts, please visit http://www.secretcityfestival.com/  or call 865-425-3610.

 

Secret City Festival – The Secret City Scenic Excursion Train – June 13

June 13 – Secret City Festival – 1pm, and 3pm

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 at www.southernappalachia.railway.museum.

 

“Nikon Small World” – American Museum of Science and Energy – June 13 – September 14

Location:  American Museum of Science and Energy

This is an exhibition of 20 award winning photomicrographs of various science subjects.  See the unseen!  AMSE admission is $1 for all ages in conjunction with the annual Secret City Festival.  For more information, call 865-576-3200 or visit www.amse.org.

 

Secret City Festival – The Secret City Scenic Excursion Train – June 14

June 14 – Secret City Festival – 11am, 1pm, and 3pm

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. 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.

 

Secret City Cruise-In Car Show – June 14

Location:  American Museum of Science and Energy – Lower parking lot.  Time:  10am-5pm

This show is presented by the Clinton Region Antique Automobile Club of America.  For more information, call 865-576-3200 or visit www.amse.org.

 

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at New China Palace – June 19

Location:  New China Palace – 123 Central Avenue, Oak Ridge.  Time:  4:30-5:30pm (Ribbon cutting at 4:45pm)

Stop by and celebrate the new location of one of Oak Ridge’s oldest established restaurants.  Adult beverages and food will be served.

 

Lavender Festival – June 21

Location:  Historic Jackson Square – East Tennessee Avenue, Oak Ridge.  Time:  8:00am – 3:00pm

This annual festival offers great food, fun activities for children, interesting herb demonstrations, crafts, antiques, music and much more.  For an up-to-date schedule of events, visit www.jacksonsquarelavenderfestival.org.

 

Summer Solstice – The Secret City Scenic Excursion Train – June 21

June 7 – Welcome to Summer – 11am, 1pm, and 3pm

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. 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.

 

Dinner Train – The Secret City Scenic Excursion Train – June 21

June 21 – 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.  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.

 

Boys Night Out! – East Tennessee’s Favorite Party Band – June 21

Location:  Historic Grove Theater – 123 Randolph Road.  Time:  7:30pm

They will play from a vast library of 1960-70-80’s music, specifically orchestrated for their eleven member group.  Tickets for this performance are available through www.KnoxvilleTickets.com , by phone at 865-656-4444, or toll free at 877-995-9961.  You can buy tickets at the door as well.  For more information, visit www.masskus.com.

 

Green Energy and TVA Lecture Series – American Museum of Science and Energy – June 26

Location:  American Museum of Science and Energy

Dick Smyser Community Lecture Series featuring Dr. Marilyn A. Brown will speak on Green Energy and TVA.  This FREE lecture is open to the public and sponsored by the Friends of ORNL.  Reception will be from 6:00-6:30pm and the Lecture will take place from 6:30-7:30pm.  For more information, call 865-576-3200 or visit www.amse.org .

 

Ninja 5K Race to Support the Wounded Warriors Project and Oak Ridge Graduation Celebration – June 28

Location:  Horizon Center in Oak Ridge – Novus Drive, Oak Ridge.

The Ninja 5K is a 3.1 mile race or walk.  The race course is very flat and accessible for all ages and abilities.  The race will be timed, but both runners and walkers are encouraged to participate.  Check-in on race day at 5:00-6:45pm.  Race will begin at 7:00pm.  Race will conclude at 8:00pm.  There will be Martial Arts Demonstrations at 6:00pm.  You can register early on Friday June 27^th from 11:00am-7:00pm at the Horizon Center.  For more information or to register online, visit http://www.ninja5k.com/.

 

1776 – Musical – Oak Ridge Community Playhouse – July 4-20

Location:  Oak Ridge Community Playhouse – Historic Jackson Square – 227 Broadway.   Mainstage

It’s the summer of 1776, the American nation is ready to declare independence from England, if only our founding fathers can agree to it!  The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid musical life as human faces are put on the men behind the national icons.  John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin attempt to convince the members of the second Continental Congress to vote “Yea” in this funny, insightful, and compelling musical comedy.  For more information, visit www.orplayhouse.com or call 865-482-9999.

 

IN THE AREA:

Barn Dance – May 30

Location:  Museum of Appalachia – 2819 Andersonville Highway.

For more information, call 865-494-7680 or visit www.museumofappalachia.org.