The expression “for the birds” is a dismissive remark. If something is “for the birds,” it’s meaningless, not worth bothering about.
But here in Knox County, we have Seven Islands State …
Rev up for regatta, sunflower festival
Rain, rain, go away. Seriously, shoo! – at least on Saturday.
Two big events are scheduled for July 13, and it would really be nice if Mother Nature dried her eyes …
Do good – and have a good time!
Excuse me, I can’t help myself:
“Thar be dragons!”
Isn’t that what everyone says when the annual KARM Dragon Boat Festival rolls around? It must be – my ears have been ringing …
By the light of the Strawberry Moon
You may have heard about the upcoming Strawberry Moon, June’s full moon so named by Native Americans because its appearance marked the time to pick ripe strawberries. Last year’s Strawberry …
So much to do, from water to air
I’m constantly amazed by the variety of outdoor activities available in our area, but it has really struck me lately how much the infrastructure for two specific interests has grown.
Paddling …
It’s play time on Sutherland
If you’re not aiming to be out in nature this weekend, the best place to get out and play is going to be Open Streets Knoxville on Sutherland Avenue.
Scheduled for …
Think green, donate bikes for Earth Day
Time to show some love for your mother – Mother Earth, that is.
Earth Day is coming up Monday, April 22, and Knoxville’s 20th annual EarthFest will get the celebration started …
Oh, go fly a kite!
All this recent passion for Mary Poppins has me humming “Let’s Go Fly a Kite,” and what do you know? The 10th annual Fine Arts Blount Kite Festival just happens …