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B-2 • JUNE 25, 2012 • SHOPPER-NEWS

This giant leopard moth was found in the parking lot of a gas station in middle Tennessee. Although it had been roughed up by its journey, its beauty was still intact.

This red-tailed hawk was spotted on the side of Pellissippi Parkway going toward Oak Ridge. This species can be found throughout the United States and the lower half of Canada. Photos by S. Barrett

Wildlife at the gas station At the risk of sounding wise beyond my years, it seems that people are in such a hurry these days, they often forget to stop for a moment and appreci-

The trick is to keep your eyes open and be aware of your world. You never know when you may get a neat photo to post on Facebook. Unfortunately, one of the main reasons for these close encounters with the wild is that humans are slowly building their way Sara into the homes of the creaBarrett tures we are used to admiring from afar. Just last week, folks driving down Pellissippi Parkway may have caught a glimpse of a red-tailed ate the beauty of their sur- hawk that was perched on a roundings. Even a stop at a fallen tree just off the side gas station can offer an op- of the highway. The species portunity to view nature at isn’t too rare, but if you were talking on your cell its finest.

Critter Tales

phone or thinking about your check list for the day, you would have missed seeing the real deal. Moths may also be a common sight, but you never know when a rare subject may present itself. In this case, a giant leopard moth had made its way to a gas station and could probably have sold autographs to the crowd of people that surrounded it. One thing to always remember when admiring wild life is to admire and respect the creature from a distance. It is called wildlife for a reason. In other animal news, the Knoxville Zoo is hosting its “Zoo to Do� 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 30, for family-friendly fun. The event is modeled after the zoo’s popular “Feast with the Beasts� event and will feature goodies from Krispy Kreme, Godiva Chocolate, Earth Fare, Papa John’s and more. In addition to food, there will be inflatables, barrel train rides, crafts, jugglers and much more. Tickets are $15, and children under 2 are free. Info: 637-5331 or visit www.knoxvillezoo.org.

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EWI scholarship recipients Executive Women International (EWI) of Knoxville recently awarded scholarships to local high school and college students. The recipients are Christian Academy of Knoxville student Austyn Anderson; Berean Christian High School student Nicole Glenn; Sevier County High School student Cole Burns; and Pellissippi State Community College students Tanya Lowe, Susan Renaud-Mitchell and Rachel Thompson. Photo submitted

SCOR Mavericks win state soccer championship The SCOR Mavericks, U-18 Girls soccer team, won the TSSA State Championship for the second consecutive year in Murfreesboro on June 1-3. The team includes players from various area schools: (front) Katelyn Drummer (Central), Mackenzie Hodge (Hardin Valley), Janelle Calhoun (Webb), Hannah Russell (Central), Shaun Breslin (Catholic), Emily Shotts (Karns), Megan Hodge (Hardin Valley), Erin Scott (Webb); (back) coach Gene Wheatley, Abby Spitler (Cumberland County), Patti Jordan (Stone Memorial), Ana Aponte (Bearden), Mikayla Gregg (Berean Christian), Kendall Van Hoozier (Farragut), Lorena Wheatley (Farragut), Claire Stauber (Catholic), Rachel Beaver (Karns), Liz Newsom (Webb), Laura Haun (Berean Christian) and coach Don Maples. Photo submitted

Parrott named as scholarship recipient

East Tennessee Summer Festival

The East Tennessee Foundation has announced Farragut High School student Katielynn Parrott as one of four Parrott recipients of this year’s Gordon W. and Agnes P. Cobb Scholarship Fund. Each recipient has been awarded a scholarship of $10,000 per year, renewable up to four years. The fund was established in 1993 and is intended to assist students who plan to pursue medical-related careers.

The East Tennessee Summer Festival will be held Saturday, June 30, and Sunday, July 1, at River Glen Equestrian Park in New Market. The park opens each day at 8 a.m. There will be live music, local art for sale, food vendors, a Civil War re-enactment of the Battle of Mossy Creek and kids activities including pony rides and face painting. Admission is free. Parking is $5 a car. Info: www. river-glen.com or email rglen2000@aol.com.

AARP DRIVER SAFETY CLASS For registration info about this and all other AARP driver safety classes, call Carolyn Rambo, 584-9964. â– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, June 27-28, Second Presbyterian Church, 2829 Kingston Pike.

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DONATE BLOOD, SAVE LIVES Donors will receive a coupon for a free Chick-fil-A sandwich and a chance to win a pair of Tennessee Smokies tickets. Also, receive a free movie ticket for Regal Cinemas if you donate July 2-3. Donors can donate at a number of daily mobile sites or one of two fixed sites: 1601 Ailor Ave. and 11000 Kingston Pike in Farragut. Blood drives in your area: ■11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, July 2, Regal Cinema at West Town Mall in the lobby. ■11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, all Bruster’s Real Ice Cream locations. Receive a free pint of ice cream for donating. ■11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, Knoxville Center Mall, Center Court, lower level. Donors must be at least 17 years old (16 years old weighing 120 pounds with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and have positive identification.

HEALTH NOTES ■Cancer survivor support groups, Monday evenings and Tuesday mornings and Tuesday evenings, at the Cancer Support Community of East Tennessee, 2230 Sutherland Ave. Support groups for cancer caregivers, Monday evenings. Cancer family bereavement group, Thursday evenings. Info: 546-4661 or www.cancersupportet.org. ■Covenant Health’s Bodyworks offers community exercise for all ages at $3 per class. Classes include Easy Cardio Max, Mind and Body, and Senior Cardio. Visit www. covenanthealth.com/bodyworks or call 541-4500 to find a location near you. ■Lung cancer support group meets 6 p.m. each third Monday at Baptist West Cancer Center, 10820 Parkside Drive. No charge, light refreshments served. Info: Trish or Amanda, 218-7081. ■Stop Smoking: 1-800-7848669 (1-800-QUITNOW) is a program of the Knox County Health Department. The hotline is answered 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. ■Support group meeting for family members or caregivers of an adult with a mental illness is 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. each third Tuesday at Cherokee Health Systems, 2018 Western Ave. Info: Rebecca Gill, 602-7807, or www.namiknox.org. ■UT Hospice conducts ongoing orientation sessions for adults (18 and older) interested in becoming volunteers with its program. No medical experience is required. Training is provided. Info: Penny Sparks, 544-6279.

â– UT Hospice Adult Grief Support, for any adult who is suffering loss, meets 5 to 6:30 p.m. each first and third Tuesday in the UT Hospice office, 2270 Sutherland Ave. A light supper is served. Info or to reserve a spot: Brenda Fletcher, 544-6277.

KIDS NOTES ■Kitchen Fixins – A Healthy Cooking Class for Children, 10 and 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 27, at Smart Toys and Books, 9700 Kingston Pike in Franklin Square. Ages 5 and up; $15 materials charge. Reservations are required: 691-1154. ■Designing with Duct Tape, 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, at Smart Toys and Books. Ages 7 and up; reservations and a materials fee of $5 required in advance: 691-1154. ■Family Game Night, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 29, at Smart Toys and Books. Refreshments available. Ages 3 and up; no charge, but reservations required: 691-1154. ■Summer Acting Camp for high school students, presented by Clarence Brown Theatre Company, will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 23 to Aug. 3, in Clarence Brown Theatre performance spaces. Limited to 20 students. Cost is $525. To register: http:// www.clarencebrowntheatre. com/actingcamp.shtml or contact Terry Silver-Alford, tsilvera@utk.edu. ■HonorAir Knoxville Guardian Program is now open to high school students 17 years or older interested in the Oct. 3 flight to Washington, D.C. Applications are due by Aug. 8. Students must have their parent’s permission to participate, complete the online guardian application at www. honorairknoxville.com and submit a short essay of 200 words or less explaining why they are interested in being an HonorAir Knoxville guardian. Info: 938-7701. ■Ongoing activities at Smart Toys and Books, 9700 Kingston Pike in Franklin Square, include: Story Time with Miss Helen, 11 a.m. every Thursday; “Mommy and Me� art classes at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon every Friday, $5 materials fee, reservations required in advance, ages 2 and up; Game/craft demo 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday; Thomas Play Day, 10-11 a.m. every first Monday, ages 2 and up, reservations required in advance, no charge.

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