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Months that begin on a Sunday always have a Friday the 13th in them.
A fresh egg will sink in fresh water. A stale egg will float.
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Shopping Local Creates Community Style We hear the motto “Shop Local” all the time. Thirty years ago it would have been an odd thing to say. But today the decree is understood by everyone who has witnessed the closing of businesses, the emptying of buildings, and the loss of the character known as ‘the small business owner.’ It has become our reality alongside the growing opportunity to shop online or to find a cheaper version of our needs at a big box store. But what happens, as we save our pennies and enjoy the convenience of a few clicks away from having what we want, is we end up paying a hefty price. What was once a quaint district of shops and restaurants becomes a ghost town of
empty buildings and wasted space and we are left with no stores to peruse, no purveyors to say hello to, and no unique stores to take our guests.
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Melissa
It’s becoming an all-too-comBishop mon story: A locally owned and operated business where appears one day. we love to frequent and take our out-ofWe live in an area with the potential to become a tourist attraction. Anderson County is rich with national historic sites and natural beauty and that is a draw, but after visiting the museums and parks, we need to offer tourists something else: the unique Anderson County town flair. Our own style and visitors, the kind of our own place that welcomes place where there is some- visitors and keep them coming one available to help you find back for those items or dishes what you need and ask how they can’t get at home. your family is doing, just disHalf the fun of touring a new place is browsing through the shops and eating at the restaurants unique to that town. Why travel when you are going to have the same meal and buy the same goods at home? We can only create a tourworthy atmosphere by supporting our local businesses, artists, and restaurants. When you shop local, you help your neighbors. When you shop
local, you help to create a Some studies have found unique place to live. that for every dollar spent at a locally-owned establishment, As we enter the holiday shop- nearly 45% of that revenue ping season, keep this vision stayed in the local community in mind. And if you still feel with another 9% being spent the pull of the big box, here (See ‘Local’ on page 20) are some things to consider. According to the Andersonville Study of Retail Economics, local business generates 70 percent more local economic activity per square foot than big box retail. Our environment also benefits from your decision to shop from local businesses. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), industrial pollution is responsible for almost 50 percent of the pollution present in the United States. Shopping locally helps cut down on processing, packaging and transportation waste, leading to less pollution.
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Average shot of espresso contains less caffeine than a typical cup of coffee.
Girls Inc. of Oak Ridge is a United Way funded agency and works with more than (Continued from page 11) 600 girls annually in Anderson $75.00 per person. For more and Roane Counties. Girls information, call Girls Inc. at Inc. offers center-based and 865-482-4475 outreach programming to girls 5 to 18 years old in our after school, summer camp and sports programs. Girls Inc. provides more than 40% of its participating girls with need-based scholarships and assistance. Girls Inc. of Oak Ridge strives to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold! For more information you can contact Girls Inc., 865-4824475, or visit its website at: www.girlsincoakridge.org.
Girls
Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra Performs Baroque to Modern The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association is pleased to present the Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra, led by Maestro Dan Allcott, in an intimate performance featuring composers from the Baroque to Modern, Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 7:30 PM at the First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge. The concert will open with Te l e m a n n ’ s Don Quixote Suite, which features the string section in this lighthearted tribute to Miguel de Cervantes’ novel Don Quixote. Moving into the 20th century, the orchestra will perform Stravinsky’s Pulcinella Suite. Originally composed as a ballet with costumes and scenery designed by Pablo Picasso, the music continues to be popular among audiences in its concert form. The concert concludes with Tchaikovsky’s stirring and uplifting Serenade
for Strings. The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association offers free admission for students 18 & under to all Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra and Chorus performances. Tickets for adults are $25 and young adults, ages 19-29, are just $10. Support for the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association is provided by the Tennessee Arts Commission and WUOT FM 91.9. The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association presents professional performances in the Oak Ridge community with its symphony, chorus, and chamber music series. Subscription and individual tickets may be purchased online at www.ORCMA.org or by calling (865) 483-5569. Pictured is the Pulcinella Costume Sketch by Picasso
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But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Much more then, having now been justified by His blood, we shall be saved from the wrath of God through Him.
Romans 5:8-9
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Pastoral Symphony 6th, In Nature’s Realm Overture Don’t miss the free concert on Saturday, November 14th with the Oak Ridge Community Orchestra (ORCO). It features the expressive sounds of nature from Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony #6, the exquisite In Nature’s Realm
Overture by Dvořák, and the special L’Arlesienne Suite #1 by Bizet. That latter composition is all about the Girl from Arles. Georges Bizet wrote incidental music to accompany Alphonse Daudet’s play, L’Arlesienne, which opened at the Théâtre du Vaudeville, Paris, France on October 1, 1872, and closed after only 21 performances. In spite of the failure of the play, Bizet was able to rearrange some of the music into the popular L’Arlesienne Suite #1. The first movement (Overture) begins with an energetic theme, borrowed from the traditional Christmas carol “March of the Kings”. After development through various sections of the orchestra towards a climax, the march fades, and is replaced by the saxophone theme associated with L’innocent, the brother of the hero, Frédéri.
Community Orchestra
miered along with his famous ward the end of the 2nd move5th Symphony in December ment there is a cadenza for 1808. Beethoven provided woodwind instruments that
Dale Gedcke The Overture finishes with emotional and heroic lyrical themes representing Frédéri, himself. The second movement is a light and wistful Minuetto, which serves as an intermezzo to decelerate the listener for the dreamy and romantic 3rd movement, the Adagietto. In the 4th movement (Carillon), the energetic pace returns with the French Horns mimicking church bells. The audience is offered a brief respite, with a reprise of the dreamy music, before the French Horns return to close the composition with the Carillon motif. Ludwig van Beethoven’s 6th Symphony is unique in that it breaks with his usual symphonic style to emulate the sounds of nature. Perhaps, he was the pioneer who stimulated later symphonic composers to incorporate nature’s sounds into their compositions. The 6th symphony also broke with tradition by including 5 movements instead of the standard 4, and eliminating any pause between the last three movements. This symphony pre-
the notes right in the score to define the contents of each movement: 1) Awakening of cheerful feelings upon arrival in the countryside, 2) Scene by the brook, 3) Merry gathering of country folk, 4) Thunderstorm, and 5) Shepherd’s song; cheerful and thankful feelings after the storm. To-
imitates bird calls. Beethoven helpfully identified the bird species in the score: nightingale (flute), quail (oboe), and cuckoo (two clarinets). Antonin Dvořák’s “In Nature’s Realm Overture” (1891) continues the celebration of na(See ‘Symphony’ on page 18)
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where they are found, Preparing Open House and to So fly off to Mott’s Floral DeThey will custom make most welcome the town. sign like a flash, To get a load (Continued from page 50) anything you wish, Like an of their holiday stash. ornament, a card, or center- You’ll be glad you came to And for Christmas you’ll see piece dish. find something new, You will And as you spring to your car, they are truly inspired, To probably leave with a present and to the cold give a whistle, make your own holiday truly So give them a call at 298- or two. And fly through Oak Ridge like admired. 5658, To ask what they can to make your holiday great. With arrangements or bows or wall hangings too, Mott’s On South Tulane Avenue, is Florist will have something just
Jackson Square Fest to Aid ADFAC Buying local could help neighborhood families this holiday season. The Jackson Square Holiday Festival will be held on December 5, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Visitors can buy artisan and handmade gifts, sample local cuisine, sip mulled cider and wine, see live entertainment and even snap photos with Santa. Best of all, a portion of proceeds from this family-friendly event will be donated to Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties (ADFAC).
families,” ADFAC Executive Director Annie Cacheiro said. “The Jackson Square Festival and Market will be a fun event that raises funds, awareness and holiday spirit during this crucial time. We’re excited to be involved.”
The event, presented by Leadership Oak Ridge Class of 2015 and sponsored by UT-Battelle and Y-12, will celebrate that holiday spirit with giving. If interested in becoming a sponsor or vendor, please contact leadershi“The winter months can be es- pOR2015@gmail.com. pecially difficult financially for
the down of a thistle,
You will hear the Motts exclaim as you drive out of sight, “Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”
You’ve lost about 1% of your body’s water by the time you feel thirsty.
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ORCBA Presents Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association will present the opening production of their 52nd Season with Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” on November 21st and 22nd. Professional guest artists from the Georgia Ballet will perform as Snow King and Queen and Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalie. Special guest Frank Murphy of Classic Hits 93.1 WNOX returns as the Governor. Tickets to the Featured Performances are are $20 adults, $15 seniors, and $10 students, and may be purchased at the door or in advance at www.orcba.org. ORCBA is once again participating in the Knoxville Arts and Culture Alliance “Penny 4 the Arts” program, which allows students to attend for a penny with a paid adult/ senior admission. A Matinee performance will also be offered on Saturday, the 21st at
2:00. More information on all Clara’s Nutcracker Prince. Georgia Ballet as the Sugar performances is available at Soloists Jenny Collins, Plum Fairy and her Cavalier, www.orcba.org. Sarah Jett, and Katrina Quist as well as the Snow King and Queen. The Saturday afternoon Matinee performance does not include the professional guest artists. The performance is a bit shorter than the Featured Performances and can be a good option for families with very young children. All shows are at the Performing Arts Center located in Oak Ridge High School, which is a fantastic venue and truly an asset to the community. Local dancers Zoe Tobin, Jordan Walter, and Aimee Young will take turns throughout the weekend in the treasured role of Clara. Daniel Rickman, Ethan Rickman, and Treston Henderson will perform as
ORCBA ‘s Ballet with a Heart program will provide complimentary tickets to lower income and at risk students and their families that genuinely would not otherwise have the Artistic Director Molly Quist opportunity to attend a ballet and Assistant Director performance. Groups that Sharon Nicklow-Cousins work with families that may are both ORCBA alumni and are thrilled to pass the ORCBA tradition on to their own daughters, Katrina and Elizabeth, who are performing in the show. will dance featured roles including Snow Crystals, Spanish Soloists, Dew Drops, Flower Soloists, Mirlitons, and the Arabian dancers.
Featured performances are Saturday, November 21st at 7:30, and Sunday, November 22nd at 2:00. These performances will feature professional guest artists from The
qualify should contact Wendie Aurin at WendieAurin@gmail. com for more information. Purchased tickets for “The Nutcracker” will also include a voucher for free admission to ORCBA’s Spring 2016 performance. Final details for the Spring performance will be posted on their website as they are available. Dancers interested in participating in (See ‘Ballet’ on page 48)
The Eiffel Tower in Paris weighs over 1000 elephants.
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Art Center’s Gallery of Holiday Shops November 14th The twentieth annual Gallery of Holiday Shops sponsored by the Oak Ridge Art Center will be Saturday, November 14, from 9-4 at the Art Center facility on Badger Avenue. Just in time for the holiday season, this annual event will offer guests an opportunity to access the one-of-a-kind creations of over 40 regional artists and artisans in a variety of media. The arts and crafts items for sale will vary widely in style, technique, materials used, and price, but they have one thing in common: they are all hand-made. There is no admission fee, and proceeds from the artists’ sales will benefit both the artists and the Art
Center. For those trying to buy local, this is the perfect opportunity to find truly creative solutions. The 2015 exhibitors represent a wide variety of unique items to beautify one’s own space or for gifting in the holiday season. Among the exhibitors are jewelry artists Kathy Bradley, Shirley Diemer, Nikki Ferrara, Marianne Gansley, Judy Kidd, Trish Lankford, Kris Light, Charles Osten, Karen Plum, and Ruth Prince. Silver, bronze, copper and beaded selections will all be available. Techniques range from beading and bead weaving to silver and copper smithing
Special Guest
Kris Light and Mike Naney. While Mr. Naney and Ms. Light will have photographs, cards and other items such
a friend – like her adorable tiny cards carrying hand sanitizer and “snowman poop”. Soap makers will include Becky
as bookmarks, Ms. Loosli will have all sorts of papercraft items and charming small gifts to tuck into a coat pocket, open purse flap, or the hand of
and Lizabeth Van Cleave and Gabriella Solomon-Henry. Natural elements and wonderful scents make these usable
Leah Marcum-Estes to precious metal clay. Marianne Gansley, will return with jewelry composed of buttons – some antique, some newer. Nikki Ferrara will have beaded ornaments and other accessories for holiday decorating. Local potters represented will include Bill Capshaw, Carol Donath, Len and Helen Fuller, LeJean Hardin, Linda Mabry, and the Mama’s Gone To Pot crew – Kathleen Alexander, Janet Brudecki, and Audrey Wilson. Their wares will include handy kitchen and food safe items to unusual raku or crystalline ware that can add dazzle to any space. Fiber artists will include Judy Davis, Gloria Felter, Shereen Franklin, and Peggy Whitted. From beautiful hand spun fibers perfect for anyone who likes to make their own to “wearables” like scarves and hats, to tableware or quilted items, these artists will offer a wealth of “software.” Specialty cards for both the holidays and for use throughout the year will be offered by paper artist, Mickie Loosli, and photographers,
(See ‘Shops’ on page 21)
23% of all photocopier faults worldwide are caused by people sitting on them.
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Manhattan Project National Historical Park Community Celebration November 9-15 The Oak Ridge City Council designates the week of November 9-15, 2015 as “The Manhattan Project National Historical Park Week” Events Scheduled at Oak Ridge High School and Historic Jackson Square The
City
of
Oak
announced two community events to celebrate the establishment of the Manhattan Project National Historical Park. The legislation authorizing the Park was signed into law in December 2014, and designated sites in Oak Ridge, Los Alamos, Ridge New Mexico, and Hanford,
Washington as a new three- of Agreement outlining the auditorium beginning at site national park. roles and responsibilities of 2:00 p.m. Federal, state, the respective agencies in (See ‘Park’ on page 14) The Park will be officially managing and interpreting “established” on November the assets of the Park. 10th when Secretary of Mayor Warren Gooch, City Interior Sally Jewell and Manager Mark Watson, and Secretary of Energy Ernest Superintendent of Schools Moniz meet in Washington, Bruce Borchers will join D.C. to sign a Memorandum several other community leaders to represent the City of Oak Ridge at the signing ceremony. Masquers is a student-driven extracurricular program at On Thursday, November ORHS of 65-plus students 12th, two events in Oak supported by community Ridge will commemorate the establishment of the members and teaching staff. new Park. A community Past performances celebration with be held at have included Oli- the Oak Ridge High School ver, Guys and Dolls, Murder in the Magnolias, Emma, and many more. The Masquers’ yearly season showcases a fall play, a spring musical, a night of short sketches, and a murder mystery train dinner in conjunction with the Southern Appalachia Railway Museum.
ORHS Masquers Present; Harvey Oak Ridge High School Masquers, the school’s drama program, will present Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Harvey for three performances in November.
stead and mad-capped hilarity ensues. Come “see” the best dressed rabbit in town and a fantastic cast of student actors.
The performances are scheduled for Thursday, November 12 at 7p.m., and Saturday, March 14 at 7p.m., and Sunday, March 15 at 2p.m., at the Oak Ridge Performing Arts Center (ORPAC). Harvey is the story of Elwood P. Dowd and his invisible, sixfoot-tall rabbit named Harvey. When Elwood’s sister Veta tries to have him committed to the local mental hospital, the doctors commit Veta in-
Under the direction of Joseph Self, who has appeared in, directed, or managed over 300 stage productions, and is the Technical Director of ORPAC, Harvey offers comic entertainment for the entire family.
Advance tickets are $6 and available at the ORHS office and The Ferrell Shop. At the door, tickets will be $7 and $8 for adults.
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Grapes explode when you put them in the microwave.
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In England, the Speaker of the House is not allowed to speak.
Simply Southern” Holiday Gala for the Girls!; November 14th Girls Inc. will be kicking off holiday season this year at the Double Tree Hotel with a night full of dancing, delicious food and incredible auction items. The 21st Annual Holiday Gala for the Girls, Parade of Trees- the premier event of the season- will be held Saturday, November 14th beginning at 6:30pm, to benefit Girls Incorporated of Oak Ridge. Soul Candy and the Traffic Jam will help all of our guests dance the night away and kick off our Simply Southern Holiday season! You can savor a delicious southern style dinner including open bar!
Highlighti n g this evening is always the Live Auction. Bear Stephenson, auctioneer extraordinaire, with Stephenson Realty & Auction in Clinton, will be showcasing a number of exciting items and getaway packages including a two night stay in beautiful Stowe, Vermont, a package getaway to the incredible Primland Resort in Virginia- currently rated #5
in the country and a special package donated by Pinehurst in North Carolina! We will feature beautiful antique furniture, group dinner packages and a special surprise for guests to enjoy! In addition, our silent auction will include crafted theme baskets donated by over 15 local organizations and individuals that include Family Game Night, Wine Night Out, Breakfast in Bed and many more! Pick yourself a basket full of hand selected gourmet goodies or have those Holiday presents ready for friends and family! Already on board as sponsors at the Diamond Level is Big Ed’s Pizza; Sapphire Level are Eagle Bend Manufacturing and David Moses; at the Ruby Level, Advanced Management, Inc, Restoration Services, Inc, Steve and Shir-
ley Cates, Dr. Jean-Francois and Donna Reat; at the Pearl Level Enrichment Federal Credit Union, Spectra Tech, Martin & Jane Grossbeck, Kramer & Rayson LLP, Terry and Betty Anne Domm. Donna Reat, this year’s event chairman, stated support in the form of many levels of sponsorships are always welcome
and will be recognized in our programs, during the evening and through publicity.
Tickets for this spectacular evening are available in advance for $70.00 per person from Girls Inc. or on our website: www.girlsincoakridge. org. Tickets at the door will be (See ‘Girls’ on page 4)
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Appalachia (Continued from page 13) packages to find practical gifts, such as new shoes or books, purchased from a mail order catalog; and relished in the joy of receiving something as simple as an orange or a peppermint stick. Continuing through December 24th, special holiday exhibits include the children’s display in the Hall of Fame, with toys and furniture made by loving parents and grandparents, and Granny Irwin’s traditional Christmas Crazy Quilt— brought out only on special or festive occasions. Browse
the
regional,
‘American made’, handcrafted gifts and books in the Shop at the Museum for a special Christmas gift. Enjoy hot, southern countrystyle lunches, served daily from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Museum restaurant. Homemade cakes, pies, cookies, and other holiday treats are available all day, or can be made special to order for Christmas gatherings.
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Secret City Half Marathon & 5K
The Secret City Half Marathon & 5K has grown into one of the largest athletic events in Oak Ridge. A field of an estimated 500 runners and walkers will participate when the race celebrates its seventh anniversary on December hours are 8:30 Saturday, November a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily (8:30 21, 2015. a.m.-3pm on Christmas Eve and closed Christmas Day). “This year we have totally The Museum, a Smithsonian revamped the event and we Affiliate and a not-for-profit think participants are going organization, is located 16 to really enjoy the changes,” miles North of Knoxville, one says Lisa Kendall, race mile East of I-75, Exit 122. director for the half marathon and 5K races and Event Sales Manager for the Oak Ridge Convention and Visitors Bureau. In the past the event was held over two days but that is down to one day with both races starting just fifteen minutes apart. The previous ‘double loop’ half marathon route is gone replaced with a route that starts and finishes on the Melton Lake peninsula and includes Union Valley Road; home to the Rogers Group who is the presenting sponsor of this year’s event. “We are thrilled that the Roger’s Group gave us permission to route the race down their private road and by their quarry. It’s a very
scenic route that will be new The public is invited to come to many Oak Ridgers as out and take advantage of the complementary exams well,” Kendall added. and services offered. The This year’s event Health and Wellness Tent will will also include be open to the public from a Health and 8:30AM – 1PM. Enjoy music Wellness Tent courtesy of sponsor WNOX. s p o n s o r e d B & B Bar-BQ will be serving by Methodist up some fantastic breakfast/ Medical Center lunch fare with a beer garden staffed with as well! local physician groups offering complimentary Additionally, various local exams. Physician groups organizations are being supparticipating and example ported in their fundraising of valuable services offered: efforts so come on out and Parkway Cardiology show your community sup(instant cholesterol checks), port! Volunteer positions are Tennessee Orthopaedic still available that require no Clinics (orthopaedic injury experience; just a willingness evaluations), Tennessee to help! Go to www.SecretCiUrology Associates (vouchers tyHalfMarathon.com for event passed out for free PSA details, participant signups, testing), and Dermatology and volunteer signups. For Associates of Oak Ridge more information call 865482-7821. (skin cancer checks).
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ORCMA Presents Guitarist David Burgess
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Museum of Appalachia: The Historic Charm of a Pioneer Christmas in Old Appalachia
The Oak Ridge Civic Music guitar styles, along with many The concert will include music Association is pleased to popular and folkloric types of by Bach and Diabelli, as well present guitarist David Bur- music. He has acquired one as music from Spanish and gess in a solo recital on Latin American composSaturday, November ers, including Jose Gal15, 2015 at 3:00 PM at lardo Del Rey, Armando At the Museum of Appalachia, the Pollard Auditorium Neves, and Yamandú log cabins and barns nestle in Oak Ridge. Hailed Costa. Tickets are $25 at the base of a hill. Smoke by the Washington Post for adults; $10 for young rises lazily from chimneys, for his “impressive techadults and youth (29 and signaling warmth from within on a chilly December day. nique and fine sense of under). style,” David Burgess is recognized as one Mr. Burgess’ appear- Beginning on December the Museum will of today’s outstanding ance is made possible 5th, guitarists, appearing inby the generous support celebrate Christmas in Old ternationally as a soloist of Richard and Carolyn Appalachia, a festive winter and chamber musician. Korsmeyer. Additional celebration that captures the support comes from the beauty and simplicity of an Christmas. First prize winner in the Tennessee Arts Commis- old-fashioned Andrés Segovia Felsion and WUOT 91.9 FM. Inside the cabins, simple lowship Competition cedar Christmas trees are in New York City, Mr. The Oak Ridge Civic Mu- draped with paper chains, Burgess has also won strings, sweet sic Association presents popcorn top honors in the Ponce professional performanc- gum, and sycamore balls. International Competies in the Oak Ridge com- In the Dan’l Boone Cabin, a tion in Mexico City, the munity with its symphony, dormant sapling wears cotton Guitar ‘81 Competition chorus, and chamber muin Toronto and the 31st sic series. Subscription International Music Competi- of the largest collections of and individual tickets may be tion in Munich. Through his Latin American guitar music in purchased online at www.ORextensive travels in both Spain the U.S., from which he often CMA.org or by calling (865) and Latin America, Mr. Bur- draws interesting and unusual 483-5569. gess has explored traditional works for his programs.
“snow” and scraps of cloth for bows. Pine clippings, magnolia leaves and holly berries line the mantels above the fireplaces. The Little Tater Valley School House is adorned with handmade ornaments made by local students. Tattered or well-worn quilts are laid under the trees; topped with carved wooden animals, tin horns, rag dolls, wagons, and spinning tops— all of which were presents found early on Christmas morning. Children often opened their Christmas (See ‘Appalachia’ on page 12)
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Park (Continued from page 9) and local officials, including, representatives from the National Park Service and the U.S. Department of Energy, will participate in the program. The Oak Ridge High School Choir will perform a selection of Americana music. The event is open to the public. “This is a special day of
recognition not only for the City of Oak Ridge, but for all Tennesseans who served our nation during World War II,” said Oak Ridge Mayor Warren Gooch. “I encourage everyone to come out and join in the event to acknowledge the designation of this unique national park, and Oak Ridge’s significant contributions to American and world history.” The second event will take
To survive, every bird must eat at least half its own weight in food each day. place at 4:00 p.m. at Historic Jackson Square. The Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting at the new Fountain, followed by a “Community Photo” to commemorate the day. “We are hoping to generate a large crowd to re-create the iconic Ed Westcott photo taken at the end of the war,” said Oak Ridge City Manager Mark Watson. “Our
community worked for nearly a decade on the Park project to help preserve the history of the Manhattan Project. The photo will be a remembrance of this special day that the community can view for years to come.” Secret City Soiree - On Saturday, November 14th from 5:00 to 9:00, Jackson Square Merchants and the staff at Alexander Guest House invite
you to join them in their celebration of the establishment of the Manhattan Project National Park. It will be a festive event recreating the looks, sounds, and feelings of the 1940’s. Wear your 1940’s attire or come as your favorite person of the 1940’s for an evening at Jackson Square filled with music, swing dancing, and food. Educational exhibits from Y-12 and K-25, and the Children’s Museum will be there for the viewing and kids will get a taste of what growing up in the 40’s was like with games that were popular at the time. And everyone will get a look at the fashions of the day from clothing to hairstyles. Attendants are invited to shop, and view the displays of antique collections from the 1930’s and 40’s. Across from Jackson Square, the newly refurbished Alexander Guest House will be open for tours and at 5:30 and 7:30, viewings of local filmmaker, Keith McDaniel’s “Secret City: The Oak Ridge Story” will be shown in the cafeteria. The showings are first come, first serve as there will be limited seating. Jackson Square is located off Broadway and Madison in Oak Ridge. The Alexander Guest House is located across the street on Broadway. Call Linda Johnston at Through the Looking Glass at (865) 335-5614 for more information. For more info about the City of Oak Ridge, please visit the website at www.oakridgetn. gov. Media contact: Candice Brogan at (865) 425-3546 or cbrogan@oakridgetn.gov.
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The average human eats 8 spiders in their lifetime at night.
The HeART of the Community This past month, I had the opportunity to juror the photos submitted for the Camera Club of Oak Ridge’s Explore Oak Ridge photography competition sponsored by the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. During the meeting, Marc DeRose gave an excellent overview of the exploreoakridge.com initiative and the status of the National Manhattan Project Park http://www.atomicheritage.org as well as the important role the Camera
Club of Oak Ridge is playing in these efforts. The “Best in Show” award was taken by Julio Culiat and “People’s Choice” award was earned by Genevieve Martin. Other competition winners included: Ann Barber, Mike Boyd, John Clark, Julius Culiat, Yvonne Dalschen, Carol Finley, Nelya Grace, Genevieve Martin, Ray Smith, Don Spong and Rob Welton. All Images can be found in the root directory of http://oakridgecameraclub.
Local Arts
Jim Dodson
and gallery walk on Friday, November 13th. For more information, visit the club’s website at www.cameraclubofoakridge.org.
to local favorites like Richard Jolley and Charles Counts. The exhibitions will open on November 21, 2015. Gallery entry is always free at the Art Center and the public is welWhile on the topic of opportu- come and invited to visit daily.
pass.us/xor/ Please make every effort to attend the next meeting of the Camera Club which meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm at the Oak Ridge campus of the Roane State Community College’s City Room, 701 Briarcliff Ave. The Club’s Annual Salon is East Tennessee’s most prestigious photography competition and show. Hundreds of entries from both amateurs and professionals throughout East Tennessee hang in the beautiful New Hope Center during the month of November. The show formally opens with an evening reception
nities to view great examples of visual art, please consider visiting the Oak Ridge Art Center. Currently showing in the galleries is “Open Show 2015”, the juried mixed media exhibition by regional artists which continues to receive great visitation by numerous individuals, small groups, and school groups. The exhibition will run through November 7. The next exhibitions will focus on the Art Center’s international permanent collection and will feature both world renowned artists such as Renoir, Chagall and Matisse
Gallery hours are 9 AM to 4 PM Tuesday through Friday and Saturday through Monday from 1 to 4 PM. The Art Center will be closed Thanksgiving Day, but will be open the rest of the Thanksgiving weekend during normal hours. The Art Center will have their “20th Annual Gallery of Holiday Shops and Bake Sale” on Saturday, November 14, from 9 am to 4 pm. Unique gifts of fine arts and crafts created by 40 regional artists will be available for purchase. Gourmet (See ‘Arts’ on page 51)
Almonds are a member of the peach family.
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Children’s Museum Hosts A Tennessee Evening Dec. 4 The Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge will host a Tennessee Evening Gala on Friday, December 4, celebrating Tennessee heritage with music, dance and fine food representing the state’s traditions.
concert pianist. The Knoxville Contra Dancers will bring oldtime folk dancing to the Gala.
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sion Catering will serve Ten- working with Museum staff nessee cuisine for the event. members Mary Ann Damos, executive director, Heather Gala Committee volunteers McAmis and Jaclyn Waymire.
Beth Haynes of WBIR-TV will Kay emcee the Gala. Haynes coanchors WBIR’s “Live at Five Brookshire at Four” with Russell Bivin and Guests are invited to come as anchors 10 News at Five and Steve Reddick, Jefferson a favorite Tennessee person- the 10 p.m. news at Fox 43. Middle School teacher, is lead ality or character to the event singer and guitar player. Other held from 6-11 p.m. Decem- The Ridge City Ramblers first band members are Abby Hober 4 at the museum, 461 W. performed together in 2010, erner, Robertsville Middle Outer Drive, Oak Ridge. when teachers and others who School teacher, on fiddle; had visited Oak Ridge’s Sister Scott Linn, JMS teacher, on The Ridge City Ramblers will City of Naka, Japan, or hosted mandolin; Mary Tuskan, Clinentertain with toe-tapping visitors from Naka, put a band ton High School counselor, bluegrass and Americana together for an Oak Ridge on guitar; Gary Coleman, who music. Also entertaining will Sister City Organization event. studied under Edgar Meyer be Henry Perry, bringing his They have released one CD, Sr., on bass; and former Oak harmonica blues music to the Ramblin’ on my Mind. Ridge Mayor Tom Beehan, event, and Slade Trammell, a on banjo. Auctioneer Bear Stephenson will conduct a lively auction featuring many Tennesseethemed items, including a Gatlinburg getaway weekend, four platinum tour tickets to Graceland and a weekend stay for two in Memphis, along with jewelry donated by Karen’s Jewelers, a Bill Capshaw pottery piece, and an Apple watch. More items will be offered during the silent auction in Imagination Gallery. Mural artist Gale Hinton is contributing a Tennessee montage mural at the entrance to the Gala evening. All Occa-
are Larry Burkholder, Martha The Knoxville Area Model Hart, Cande Seay, Lee Mc- Railroaders serve as volunGetrick, Sandra Barry, Nancy teers the evening of the Gala. Harrison, Frances Drake, Pat (See ‘Gala’ on page 18) Imperato and Kay Brookshire,
During the chariot scene in “Ben Hur,” a small red car can be seen in the distance.
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Camera Club of Oak Ridge The Camera Club has been around since 1946, when Ed Westcott and fellow photography fans created the Oak Ridge Camera Club, soon to
club. This was known as the Carbide Camera Club, which absorbed the ORCC in 1954 and then continued as Martin Marietta Camera Club and
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Rob Welton
from November 9 to December 4, Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 4:30 pm. The opening reception and gallery walk will be held on Friday, November 13 from 7-9pm. The public is invited! The showing and gallery walk are a must see event in East Tennessee and both are free to enter. If you have ever doubted how beautiful this world is you need to walk the gallery just once and I am certain your faith will be followed by the employees Lockheed Martin Camera be restored! of the Oak Ridge plants or- Club. In 2000 it changed ganizing their own company t o C C O R a n d b e c a m e The CCOR also has monthopen to all area residents. ly meetings on the second Tuesday of the month in the Since 1948 when ORCC and City Room of Roane State CCC started a joint Salon Community College, 701 BriMeeting, the Annual Salon arcliff Rd. at 7pm. Themed has been part of the Oak club competitions challenge Ridge community for every members and give them an year since. After decades in opportunity to share their the Oak Ridge Community images and have them be Art Center the Salon moved to judged (kindly) by top area the Y-12 New Horizon Center photographers and artists in 2010. This year, the 67th who provide a highly instrucAnnual Salon will be on show tional experience. Programs
include presentations by professional photographers and hands-on demonstrations. On November 10, Peter Koczera of the Cumberland Trail Photography Project will talk about his work. Club members also meet up to photograph
Museum of Science and Energy is exhibiting a selection of club member images in the main auditorium. Yearly membership fees are $20 for an individual, $30 for a family and free for full time students. If you are interested in pho-
community events like the tography, give the Camera Secret City Festival, Dragon Club of Oak Ridge a try – no Boat Races or the ORCBA (See ‘Camera’ on page 47) Nutcracker. The American
The king of hearts is the only king without a moustache.
Page 18, Visions Magazine, November 2015 pleasurable images of nature in the listener’s mind. By the end of the overture, you will (Continued from page 5) realize that Dvořák also manture in the ORCO concert. It aged to sneak bird calls into is part of a “Nature, Life and his music. Love” trilogy of overtures written by Dvořák, forming the first To enjoy these compositions, part: “Nature” (Op. 91). The join the concert on Saturday, other two parts of the trilogy November 14th at 2:00 pm are the Carnival Overture, in the Sanctuary of the First Op. 92 (“Life”) and Othello, Baptist Church of Oak Ridge, Op. 93 (“Love”). Compared on the corner of the Oak Ridge to Beethoven, Dvořák paints Turnpike and LaFayette Drive. nature with a much less rigid Admission is free. But, modand more impressionistic est donations at the door to brush. Dvořák has the style support the orchestra’s routine of a much later era. Yet, he is operating expenses will be able to draw beautiful tones appreciated. and expressions out of every instrument of the orchestra, The Oak Ridge Communiin a way that easily stimulates ty Orchestra (ORCO) is a
Symphony
experiences in history, the arts, science and cultures, serving children and families (Continued from page 16) throughout the East TennesMore than two dozen individu- see region. als and businesses are sponsoring the Gala, the annual Tickets are $125 per person, fund raiser for the Children’s with a discount of $25 if purMuseum of Oak Ridge. The chased by Nov. 13. For more Gala supports the muse- information about tickets, um’s mission of educating corporate tables or sponsorchildren of all ages through ships, call Mary Ann Damos play. The Children’s Muse- at (865) 482-1074, extension um offers summer camps, 104 or 115. See the Children’s classes throughout the year, Museum web site at www.chilafter-school programs and drensmuseumofoakridge.org.
Gala
501(c)3, non-profit, volunteer organization, performing under the baton of Conductor and Music Director, Marcel Urias. Anyone wishing to regularly participate in the orchestra is encouraged to contact the Personnel Manager, Cyndi
Jeffers, at orcopersonnelmanager@gmail.com. Usually, we can accommodate additional string players, and occasionally there are openings in the brass, woodwind and percussion sections. The orchestra welcomes experienced musi-
cians of all ages. For more information about the ORCO visit www.OakRidgeCommunityOrchestra.com. Pictured is the Back-Row Brass in the ORCO. Photo courtesy of Nancy Cosgrove.
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Karoke means “empty orchestra” in Japanese.
Jet’s Pizza – Life is short, eat better pizza! Let’s get Jets.
Does Oak Ridge really need another pizza restaurant... if it’s Jet’s the answer is yes! Jet’s Pizza, founded in 1978 is still using the original recipes created by “Mama Jet.” Even as the fastest growing pizza company in the country, no
corners are cut and quality is held to the highest of standards. Integrity of the product and ingredients is the first priority. Jet’s Pizza prides themselves on providing “100% better products for a 10% increase in price” – your first
bite will prove this as true! Drew, General Manager for Jet’s Oak Ridge, has been working for the company since turning 17 and has opened 6-7 restaurants in the area. When asked why he started working
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Naomi Asher area stores. “I am so excited about the growth of this area – Oak Ridge is really booming” says D r e w, “ I love bringing our brand to new communities.”
at Jet’s Drew responds with a smile “I ate there just about every day, so it made sense! I still eat it every day!” He started in Michigan at a local franchise and jumped at the chance to move to Tennessee and help open the Knoxville
So what makes the pizza so special? There are several styles to choose from, including hand tossed, New York “bold fold,” thin and crispy and – what they are most well-known for - the Detroit Style deep dish square pizza. The high quality cheese (grated in-house every day), fresh veggies (hand chopped each morning), and homemade dough (made just the way Mama Jet used to!) along with the house made sauce all work together to make the perfect pizza. Taking extra steps
to make each bite delicious, the crusts are “flavorized” for no extra charge. The Turbo Crust is doused with butter, garlic and Romano cheese! Other options are Cajun, poppy seed, sesame seed and
back up) or cold (my personal favorite breakfast). Of course, is com-
no pizza place plete without breadsticks! While you can go for the Jet’s Bread or Deep Dish Bread, the best choice is the Triple Cheese Turbo Stix! Freshly baked with mozzarella and cheddar cheeses (See ‘Jets’ on page 49)
shredded parmesan. There’s never been a reason so good to eat the crust! Whether you’re ordering one of the specialty pizzas or your traditional favorite toppings, Jet’s won’t disappoint. While it’s unlikely you will have leftovers, it’s important to note that this pizza is phenomenal reheated (right on the rack to crisp the crust
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Local (Continued from page 3) elsewhere in the state. These expenditures included employee wages/benefits, inventory, supplies, and services from other local businesses, profits accrued to the local owners, state and local taxes, and charitable contributions. This is not something that is happening elsewhere. Right here in Oak Ridge, we have had two bookstores close because of dwindling sales. Cedar Springs Christian Bookstore, which had been a fixture in the Manhattan Place Shopping Center for years, provided a place to turn to for help and advice closed its doors this year. “There has just been a decline in sales over the years,” said co-owner Vicky Geist. It is a testament to how our online buying habits have shut down actual stores that provide help, advice, and even the ability to really
engage with a product before ing from a local big box store, you are helping the economy you buy it. at home rather than five states That is true for Mr. Kay’s in away or somewhere across Oak Ridge as well. The be- the globe. loved used book store is in the process of closing and leaving And shopping online does not more than an empty space in have to take you out of town. a strip mall, but a hole in the Sites such as Etsy have “shop experience of book shopping: local” categories where you the looking, the browsing, and can discover and view the the discovering of something work of artists and crafters in your area. new. Sometimes we want something obscure and hard to find in stock within the walls of a local building, but you will find that most stores will be happy to order an item for you and have it ready to pick up. But if you have your heart set on buying someone you love a new car, that newest piece of technology, or something simply not available in any of our small businesses, consider making that purchase in town rather than online. Yes, you might spend a few more dollars, but even by purchas-
This year, be mindful when shopping so that you can give the gift that really keeps on giving: A better local economy! Editor Note: Anderson County Visions Magazine is solely supported through the advertising of small businesses in our County. We are one of only a handful of monthly publications across that country that direct-mail each issue. Supporting local business... is supporting us. Please shop local, and when you do... tell them you saw their ad in Visions Magazine.
No piece of square dry paper can be folded in half more than 7 times
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items welcome “teacher’s” or “office” gifts. Ms. Solomon Henry will also have whimsical handmade dolls to appeal to all ages. Other crafters will include wood artists, Barbara and Hugh Webb; basket weavers Judy and Virgil Davis. Mary Gallaher will have a variety of soy candles to help
cast a warm glow anywhere you might need one. In addition, she will have a variety of special baskets filled with a variety of products for gifting. While some of the items available in the show will be great ornaments for the holidays, others will add sparkle to your life year round. Several booths will represent multiple artists with a great variety of wonderful items to delight guests. All have unbelievable ideas and
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distinctive, original pieces and local community, but they’re for a hostess gift, sometimes items in all price ranges can being ‘green’ at the same time! for entertaining, sometimes be found. From the youngest on your holiday list to the oldest, there will be something wonderful. All the artists will be on hand to discuss their work with customers and several will be demonstrating throughout the day. Browsing at the Holiday Shops provides potential customers with the opportunity to chat with the artists, find out more about their techniques and inspirations, and establish a personal connection. “Many people are thinking more about issues that extend beyond what size or color gift to buy,” said Leah Marcum-Estes, director of the Art Center. “They are selecting items with a more personal touch and often that have stories and meaning. Some people are making the conscious choice to buy locally when possible, and they are thrilled to be able to buy gifts for people on their lists that are made by someone here in East Tennessee, instead of at a factory somewhere on the other side of the world. Not only are they supporting their
And, of course, they’re getting for a private stash. Some something that’s hand-made look forward to our bake sale and one-of-a-kind.” because they simply do not have the time or desire to bake In addition to the arts and themselves, but want the taste crafts, home-made food will of home for their holiday,” said be available as well as the Marcum-Estes. “It’s another Gallery of Holiday Shops way the Art Center can make Bake Sale. With items ranging your holiday to-do list a little from breads and appetizers to shorter.” desserts, the timing is perfect for Thanksgiving. Many items The Art Center’s Stumbo’s can be put in the freezer and Jumbos Café will sell chili used during the December dogs and Barb’s Que sandholidays, too. “Some people wiches and drinks to those return every year to buy fudge who want to have a snack or or cookies from us; sometimes (See ‘Shops’ on page 48)
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Mexico City sinks about 10 inches a year.
Honeybaked Ham – Celebrating Life, One Meal at a Time It’s hard to believe that the private room. Joseph Fuller – beautiful newly renovated who is an Oak Ridge graduate HoneyBaked Ham store has and long-time Oak Ridger, and
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Naomi Asher munity and the products they are bringing to it. Jo-Evin is all smiles and full of all the HoneyBaked Ham history having worked a Knoxville store for several years earlier in her career; her love of the companies and the products are palpable as she talks.
ever been anything else. The space is absolutely stunning and has a beautiful flow from the casual walk-up counter into the dining area and small
his wife Jo-Evin are thrilled to open their first restaurant. It’s clear within seconds of meeting them that they are passionate about this com-
May 1 st , HoneyBaked Ham sent out an email to former employees about franchising opportunities – JoEvin and Joseph were quick to respond and contacted the company to convey their interest. May 15th came up quickly and the couple attended a company “Discovery Day” to get more information about becoming franchise owners. June 1st they were filling out their paperwork and looking for their location! While it was a fast turnaround, it’s clear that they knew what they were doing and were more than prepared for the challenges that come with restaurant ownership. “HoneyBaked
Ham is a family owned company and they don’t just throw you out there, they have been very supportive. With that said, it’s been a lot of hard work to get to this point” says Jo-Evin, “the layout and design of the store was a labor of love, but we are SO happy. It’s the prettiest store I’ve
entire restaurant can seat 54, although they already plan to add a couple of additional tables. The hours are Monday-Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 11-5, but the couple is more than happy to host after hour events.
The attempt to have a “soft open” this past Friday (after scoring a difficult to attain 100 on their Health Inspection) didn’t work out as they were packed all weekend! The website is now up so visitors are expected to continue to increase. “We were hoping to have a smaller weekend business wise so we could work out the kinks… we were very busy been in” she continues. The but have been working out the small conference room can hold 15-20 comfortably – the (See ‘Honeybaked’ on page 42)
Canada has the longest coastline of any country in the world.
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Dunkin Donuts is Back! After a couple of decades of being Dunkin Donutless, Oak Ridge welcomes the return of the best donuts in the country with the opening of the new Dunkin Donuts at 1529 Oak Ridge Turnpike! Since March of 2015, Oak Ridge has been treated to America’s favorite coffee and donut shop that has been around since founder Bill Rosenburg opened the first Dunkin Donuts in Quincy, Massachusetts in 1950. In New England, there are so many Dunkin Donuts locations, it averages out to about 1 for every 15,000 residents, there has been an expression ever since the franchise spread: “My Dunkin,” meaning which Dunkin Donuts a person is a regular, which Dunkin is theirs.
Now Oak Ridgers have their own “My Dunkin.”
Peppermint Mocha.
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Owner David Baumgartner said, “What we want to be is Melissa a store of the community. We want to be involved in the loBishop cal activity and be of service. There is a lot a coffee shop shop to be a meeting place of all kinds with free wi-fi, comfy can do.” chairs, large tables, and outdoor seating. Because even though Dunkin made a name for itself by having great donuts, they sell more coffee than any other retailer. The reason is that they just have really good coffee and they know how to make it just right for each customer. It’s the coffee of Manager Shawn Cameron has been proud choice in East Tennessee as of the way Dunkin Donuts it is Dunkin Donut’s coffee has become a study spot for that is served during games students at the Oak Ridge at Neyland Stadium. High School as well as Roane State. They encourage their For those that like more than just a plain cup of joe, Dunkin Donuts has got all the styles of coffee like iced, espresso, layered, and flavors as well as chai latte. For the holiday season, they are rolling out the Pumpkin Macchiato, a foamy, sweet, espresso-fueled drink to keep you going through the season. But there will also be featured flavored coffees for the season as well: Snickerdoodle, Sugar Cookie, and
The franchise has, over the past sixty years, become so popular for a reason. At the Oak Ridge location, as at
will always be consistent and fresh. A new pot of coffee is made every eighteen minutes. They make it with coffee pots instead of high capacity brewers to ensure that fresh-
every Dunkin location, each brewed taste and made just coffee order can be specified the way you like it. And you as to how much cream, sugar, (See ‘Dunkin’ on page 48) or flavor goes into it and it
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No matter where you stand in Michigan, you are never more than 85 miles from a Great Lake.
Godfather’s Pizza: It’s what’s for Breakfast! Quality is not I don’t think for I’ve ever met a Restaurant sacrificed convenience single soul that Review either. Their said they didn’t mini 6 inch like pizza. It’s Melissa and large 13 a sure-fire inch pizza people pleasBishop choices are er and usually it’s a pretty convenient food thick, buttery crusts, just item as well: you could have browned at the tips to give it it delivered or go to a pizza a little crisp and caramelized
goodness. And they have more than just pizza. They offer potato wedges, chicken tenders, and chicken wings of three different varieties. As well as a twist on pizza: The Pizza Roll. It’s a pizza rolled For the past year, the Rocky up like a burrito with marinara Top gas station on the Oak dipping sauce on the side. Ridge Turnpike, the one that was previously known as the Dessert Pizzas are also on the Shell station, but is now a Mo- menu. Buttery, cinnamon and bil station, has been providing sugary pull-apart treats that the utmost in the convenient they call Monkey Bread. And pizza experience. You can fill other varieties of goodies like up your tank, buy a paper, get Cinnamon Streusel. a car wash, a candy bar and a fresh, hot delicious pizza all But the other thing Godfather’s Pizza offers that sets it apart in one stop. from the others is their line place and dine in or get take out. But Godfather’s Pizza in Oak Ridge just took pizza to the next level of convenience by putting it in a convenience store.
of Breakfast Pizzas. Monday through Friday, at 6:00 A.M., Godfather’s serves up egg and cheese pizzas with either sausage, bacon, or ham. Hot
and ready for a breakfast on the go, they offer a mini pizza with a cup of coffee or a fountain drink for just $3.99. This deal runs until 10:00 A.M.
and then all mini pizzas with a drink are $4.99 for the rest of the day. (See ‘Godfather’s’ on page 47)
PEZ candy even comes in a Coffee flavor.
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Butterflies taste with their feet.
Dogs have four toes on their hind feet, and five on their front feet.
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The Sign Driving home from a mini vacation in Florida last weekend, a little panic came over me and stayed for a long while. The feeling was not from the few near misses in the horrendous traffic. Or the fact the temperature had dropped 30 degrees from the day before and then to come home to find my heating and air unit also decided to take a vacation. No, the panic came from a sign that I saw in bright bold neon colors, “68 Days to Christmas”! I know that I am not the only one that felt that sense of panic when they saw that sign. That feeling was like seeing a police officer in your review mirror when you knew you were probably pushing the petal just a little too hard,
praying he wouldn’t turn his lights on. Yes that was the sudden panic. Then as we drove on, I had to have the “we need to talk” with myself and continued chanting my mantra, “Keep it simple self”. According to the National Retail Federation they estimate the average American spends approximately $700 on holiday gifts and goodies, totaling more than $465 billion. That is A LOT of $$$ and that is A LOT of “STUFF”! Thinking to myself, I asked, how can I stay below the national average in buying “STUFF”? Then the answer came and it was very simple! Do it the
Places & Spaces
Andrea Szinai way I have always done it with a little tweaking!
neighbors involved in hiding a larger gift that would have been way too obvious sitting in my driveway. That gift was probably the most challenging over the years to say the least. Now on average the hunt lasts for an hour or more depending on how good the clues are and how far they have to go to find them. We probably do look pretty silly running in and out of the house and down the street in our pajamas on Christmas morning, but that does not stop us! It is fun and can provoke very interesting conversations depending on how the clues are written. And you know, those gifts remained the most special and are remembered throughout the year and many years past.
About seven years ago I started a tradition in my family on Christmas morning! It is called the Santa Scavenger Hunt! When my children were younger, the hunt started Guilty as charged, I have with the last gift they would bought gifts that I have even receive. But they always knew it would be the best and the most fun gift! The Santa Scavenger Hunt had no boundaries and can take place inside and outside of the house! It starts by receiving one handwritten clue in the stocking and then the hunt is on! One clue leads to another clue and so on until the gift is finally found! One year I had to get a couple of the
forgotten that I bought and have found them sometime in March or April of the next year when I have been doing spring “clean-out”, sad but true! So in my state of panic, while chanting my mantra, I thought back to those years and I tried to remember just those gifts we exchanged during the Santa Scavenger Hunt. And yes, I can remember, but I couldn’t remember the rest of the exchanged gifts! Can you honestly list your presents you may have exchanged last year? I bet if you ask my children what their Santa Scavenger Hunt present was last year or even three years back, they could tell you, but I don’t think they could tell you what else they received in their traditional stack boxes tied with lots of ribbon! As my panic started to subside, and the problem (See ‘Sign’ on page 39)
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“I am” is the shortest complete sentence in the English language.
Thinking of Adopting? Be Prepared for Expenses November is National Adoption Awareness Month. If you’re considering adoption, you know that it will change your life in many ways. And you’ll need to prepare for many of these changes – including the financial ones, because adoption can be expensive. The average U.S. adoption costs between $8,000 and $40,000, while the range for international adoptions is $15,000 to $30,000, ac-
cording to the Child Welfare Information Gateway, a U.S. government-funded adoption information service. Given these numbers, you might think you’ll have a tough time paying for an adoption. However, you can get some financial help in the form of tax benefits, which include both a tax credit for qualified adoption expenses and an exclusion (from your taxable income) of employer-provided adoption assistance. In 2015, the
Financial Advice
Karl Flatau
can claim $10,000 ($13,400 minus $3,400) for the adoption tax credit. (Tax credits reduce your income tax liability on a dollar-for-dollar basis.)
thousands of dollars – in the first place. How will you do it?
benefits can reduce your overall cost of adoption, you still have to come up with the money – which, as we’ve seen, can amount to many
you will generally have some time to prepare. When you find the adoption agency that best meets your needs, get
Your first step is to plan ahead – as far ahead as possible. Since the adoption process Of course, while these tax can often take a year or more,
maximum tax benefit you can claim is $13,400; this amount is reduced if your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) exceeds $201,010 and is completely phased out if your MAGI is $241,010 or more. The adoption tax credit is nonrefundable, which means it’s limited to your tax liability for the year. Here’s an example of how you might use the tax benefits. Suppose you pay $13,400 in qualified adoption expenses in 2015 and your employer reimburses you for $3,400 of those expenses. Assuming you meet the MAGI guidelines, you can exclude $3,400 from your gross income for 2015 and
(See ‘Adopt’ on page 29)
The longest recorded flight of a chicken is thirteen seconds.
Turkey
(Continued from page 31) Wild Turkeys can now be found all over North American and are especially prolific in the east. They dwell mostly in hardwood forests and sometimes swamp lands. This favorite food source of Native Americans was nearly decimated in the early 1900’s, due to loss of habitat and over hunting. Thankfully in 1947, they were caught and relocated, resulting in the success of their reintroduction and beyond, as they are now found in areas they originally did not inhabit. The wild turkey is made for survival, which can make them a difficult yet popular hunt. The legal turkey hunting season varies from state to state and can be found by visiting the National Wild Turkey Federation at www.nwtf.org. This is a noble cause that embodies the American spirit. People
pay a lot of money these days to eat organic turkeys that are raised humanely and not full of antibiotics and hormones for us to ingest. The wild turkey is naturally organic and lives as nature intended: strutting about our land, until it is taken not by old age or disease, but by arrow or bullet, to feed our families. Ah, the cycle of life! If
Your Home Magazine, November 2015, Page 29 you are not much of a hunter, but would prefer a wild as opposed to domestic turkey, visit (Continued from page 28) www.brentwoodtradinggroup. com. They are one resource an estimate of the total costs involved. Once you’ve got this to find wild turkey for sale. figure, you can determine how To the Wild American Turkeys you’ll meet these costs. and their hunters, I salute you! You might be tempted to take And Happy Thanksgiving! out a loan from your 401(k), but you should try to avoid this move – a 401(k) loan will likely reduce the growth potential of this account, which is designed for retirement. You might also consider a loan from a bank – but debt is debt, even if it’s for the purpose of expanding your family, and it’s always a good idea to keep one’s debt level down.
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If the circumstances of your life allow you to plan even farther ahead, such as three to five years, you can find a savings or investment vehicle that may be appropriate for providing the money just when you need it. Adopting a child will change your life. Planning ahead, and carefully considering your options for paying for the adoption, can help you reach this major milestone in a manner that makes financial sense – now and in the future.
About the author...
Karl Flatau is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones in Oak Ridge. He can be reached for questions and If you knew you wouldn’t need comments at 483-3643. the money for, say, two years, you could consider putting away a certain amount each month in a special “adoption fund” in an investment that’s highly liquid and offers significant preservation of principal.
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Honey is the only food that doesn’t spoil.
“Acts of Kindness in Anderson County” For Anderson County, the ability to serve its senior citizens is an important issue. Many of our senior neighbors arrived here to work on the Manhattan Project or the Norris Dam Project. Their hard work over the years played a critical role in making our area the desirable place it is to live, work and play today. For their sacrifices, our community needs to ensure their needs are met as they age. United Way is the perfect agency to do just that!
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and offers confidential a n d multilingual r e f e r r a l services.
When families gather during the holidays, they often notice that their aging parents may need more assistance in order for them to maintain their independence in their home. There are several United Way agencies that are excellent resources so research these great programs in order to be prepared to discuss options with your loved ones over Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
For many families striving to
support their senior members, the various needs can be very overwhelming. What does my community offer? How do I access the services? How do I know if I qualify for the services? Where do I start? United Way has the answer to these questions and more through its 2-1-1 program. All you have to do is dial 211 on your phone and you will be connected to helpful people who can direct you to the resources in our area. This service is provided for free to Anderson County residents thanks to YOUR United Way
For those who need support during the day only, perhaps while the caregiver family member can get a break or run errands or keep working, the United Way agency Keystone Adult Day Program is the perfect answer. Participants will be kept safe and active during the day which helps them rediscover a purpose in life. They will come home at the end of the day more satisfied and ready for a good night’s rest. Caregivers can have some time to take care of themselves which is so very
important.
food preparation, or running errands, then the UW agency If a senior needs help with Senior Citizens Home housework, beautician Assistance Services can services, grocery shopping, meet these needs with their
fully trained and bonded caregivers. A phone call will bring an intake worker to help you determine how much (See ‘‘Kindness’ on page 36)
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A giraffe can clean its ears with its 21-inch tongue!
A Different Kind of Wild Turkey I’m grateful for many things at Thanksgiving, especially for the bird. There’s nothing more tantalizing than the smell of a turkey roasting in the oven. However, Thanksgiving is not the only time you can run into a turkey. I was enjoying a hot cup of coffee and reading the afternoon paper when our grown son, Chuck, burst through the front door with a worried look on his face. He had borrowed our Honda Civic that morning to drive to work while his own car was in the shop. “Mom, you’re not going to believe this,” he yelled.
My stomach cramped immediately at those words. “I had a little accident with the Honda,” Chuck continued. “Oh, Chuck,” I groaned, relieved that he wasn’t hurt but annoyed that he had probably damaged our car. I followed him out the door and down the asphalt driveway. Our blue Honda Civic sat in front of the garage. It looked fine from the rear. Then Chuck pointed out the imploded windshield on the driver’s side and the small dent in the roof directly above it. Grayish fuzz protruded from the splintered glass.
ished his tale.
Judy Jabber Judy
“I used my cell phone to report the accident, and the police arrived in a few minutes. I explained what happened. DiGregorio They saw the dented roof and cracked windshield and shook “Look, Mom.” Chuck bent his their heads.” six-foot body over and opened the car door to show me the “Looks like another one,” the tiny pieces of glass sparkling first officer said. “Let’s take on the front seat. And more a walk down the hill to see where this thing ricocheted gray fuzz. after it hit your car and see if “What happened, Chuck? How we’re right.” did you drive the car home with the windshield like that?” Chuck accompanied them back to the approximate point “I peeked in-between the of impact. After a few minbroken pieces of glass to see utes of combing the grass the road.” “Well, what did you hit? What’s this stuff that looks like feathers?” “That’s the part you’re not going to believe. I was coming back from work. As I came to the overpass outside Oak Ridge, this huge dark object suddenly veered towards me from the right. It struck my roof and windshield with a big thud and bounced off. It scared me so bad I almost wrecked the car. I pulled right over to the side of the road.” Chuck took a breath and fin-
and weeds on the side of the road, they discovered the bald head and limp body of the unidentified flying object -- a wild turkey gobbler that looked like he weighed about twenty pounds. The bird had an impressive wattle and a prominent tuft of bristles like a beard. He had obviously been a prime specimen. The police informed Chuck that this was the third time that month a wild turkey had flown into someone’s windshield at the same location. Why the turkeys chose that spot to fly across the highway was a (See ‘‘Windshield’ on page 36)
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Stewardesses’ is the longest word that is typed with only the left hand.
Holidays Are Just Around the Corner It doesn’t seem possible that it is almost time for two big family meals to be planned and prepared. This year certainly passed fast. A lot of projects I planned to do are still waiting. So far we do not have much color in the woods and yard. Some oak trees have already dropped their brown leaves. Maybe the cold predicted for this weekend will speed up the color. We have several large hickory trees that are always a beautiful bright gold so I am
hoping they are showy again this fall. My husband, Bennie who was a Marine, went on the HonorAir Flight #19 to Washington, D.C. on Oct. 7. Our daughter, Leigh Ann lives in Maine, and she met their flight in D.C. and joined the Veterans for the bus tour and then came home for a few days. There were 134 Vets from WWII, the Korean War and first time Vietnam veterans plus guard-
Let’s Cook! Mary Cox ians (escorts), TV reporters and photographers, the Catholic Bishop from Knoxville, several members of HonorAir, and a medical team were on board the flight. My brother and I were among the hundreds of people and the Central High band who welcomed them back to McGhee Tyson that night. The waiting area was decorated with red, white and blue balloons, flags, etc. to surprise the group. There was no lack of patriotism. HonorAir is a great organization. Their flights are open to any veteran - just contact them for an application. The group sells a cookbook, American Treasures. It has
many recipes that I am sure are very good. 1 tsp. poultry seasoning (optional), 1 tsp. salt, 3 tsp. sage, Amish Pumpkin Pie 1/2 tsp. pepper. 1 cup cooked pumpkin In a large bowl mix: 5 cups 1/2 cup sugar crumbled cornbread, 5 cups 2 eggs crumbled biscuits and loaf 2 TBS. flour 1/2 tsp. each salt, cinnamon, bread. Day old breads work best. ginger 1/4 tsp. nutmeg In smaller bowl blend: 2 cans 2 TBS. Karo syrup 2 TBS. melted butter cream of chicken soup, 2 cans water, 3 beaten eggs, 1 1-1/4 cup milk tsp. vinegar. Mix pumpkin, sugar, salt, spices, flour and Add celery and onion to syrup. Beat egg yolks crumbs and toss well. Add to and add with butter and other ingredients and mix well. milk. Add beaten egg Cook in a 3-1/2 qt. Crockpot whites last. Pour into for one hour on high. Then unbaked pie shell turn to low and cook until and bake at 400 de- desired doneness. grees for about 10 minutes and then re- (See ‘Recipes’ on page 34) duce to 350 to bake until done. Test. I had a request to reprint this dressing recipe. Crockpot Dressing In a large skillet cook one cup chopped onion, 3 cups chopped celery in 1/2 cup margarine until soft. When tender add:
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The only 15 letter word that can be spelled without repeating a letter is “uncopyrightable”.
Honoring the Wild Turkey ing the government’s choice of making the bald eagle our Porch national bird, rather than his Ranger preference, the wild turkey. Franklin had his reasons for Melissa wanting the gobbler to grace our emblems, such as their Bishop brilliant plumage and above The above quote is by Benja- mentioned characteristics. yumminess. min Franklin, from a letter he Also missing the mark on wrote to his daughter, lament- Although they did not be- Franklin’s vision for the turcome a symbol of our nation, key is that the Thanksgiving Franklin just about got his or domestic turkey is not the APARTMENTS wish nearly a century after same as it’s brave and beautihis death. In 1863, Abraham ful cousin, the true native Wild Lincoln declared Thanksgiv- American Turkey. Although it ing as a national holiday and is questionable as to whether the turkey quickly became its turkey was even served at the symbol. Sometimes referred original Thanksgiving in1621, to as “Turkey Day,” this bird as all wild fowl was called that Franklin alone held in “turkey” by Native Americans. such high esteem got some It was however, a three day recognition.nUnfortunately for festival of coming together the bird, it was not because of and giving thanks for a good its noble character, but for its “He is, besides a little vain and silly, a bird of courage and would not hesitate to attack a grenadier of the British Guards who should presume to invade his farm yard with a red coat on.”
APARTMENTS
harvest.
age. Yes, domestic turkeys are truly born to be eaten and not The domestic turkey originally to live out their golden years came from Mexico. Early ex- on a retirement farm. plorers brought them back to Europe and successfully Wild turkeys in contrast, are raised them and arrived in the aggressive animals known for new world with their stock. The attacking joggers and hard to
feature of their white tipped feathers is still apparent today. The domestic Turkey has been bred to be docile, have the inability to fly or run very fast, and to have very large breasts. Those seemingly lucky birds, who are annually pardoned by the President of the United States, don’t live long after being saved from the dinner table. Due to their oversized breasts, which they were grossly bred to have, they quickly suffocate with
get away from since they can run up to speeds of 20 mph. They are also strong flyers for a short distance and travel in bands. This further impressed Franklin. The sight of a flock of these mammoth sized birds, who band together in groups anywhere from 30 to 200, flying through the sky, is more impressive than the solitary eagle. (See ‘Turkey’ on page 29)
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Recipes
into fruit and stir. Chill.
Ambrosia 14 oz. can pineapple chunks I think this could be turned 4 oranges in slices out in a baking dish and the 1 cup moist shredded coconut top browned in oven before Alternate layserving if desired. ers of orange, pineapple and Apple Tea coconut and 1 qt. apple cider sprinkle with or juice 1/2 cup sugar. 4 tea bags Chill. MaraschiHeat cider or juice no cherries and until simmering. sliced bananas Remove from heat may be added and add tea bags. before serving. Let steep two minGood to serve utes and remove with fruit cake. bags. Serve hot. (Continued from page 32)
Easy Fruit Salad 1 large can each of pears, peaches and pineapple chunks 1/2 jar maraschino cherries 3 oz. pkg. lemon Jell-O Drain fruits, cut in chunks, add cherries. Sprinkle with dry JellO and mix to coat fruit. When ready to eat. slice bananas
Holiday Bread Pudding One loaf French bread, broken in small cubes 1 quart milk 3 eggs, beaten 2 cups sugar 2 Tbs. vanilla 1 cup raisins 4 Tbs. melted unsalted butter
A ‘jiffy’ is an actual unit of time: 1/100th of a second. Soak the cubes of bread in the milk for at least an hour or over night in refrigerator. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Mix eggs, sugar, vanilla, and raisins and add to bread mixture. Stir well. Pour butter into a 9x13” casserole dish and add the bread mixture. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about an
hour, cool. whip in the egg to avoid curdling. Let cool and add whisSauce 1/2 cup unsalted butter, soft- key. Cut the bread pudding ened in cubes and place in serving 1 cup sugar dishes. Gently heat the sauce 1 egg, beaten and spoon over the top of 1 TBS whiskey each serving. Very rich but, very good. Cream the butter and sugar, heating in double boiler until Have a very Happy Thankshot and dissolved. Rapidly giving with family and friends.
Bullet proof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers, and laser printers were all invented by women.
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The Affordable Care Act for Health Insurance is Confusing Open enrollment for the 2016 Affordable Care Act is here! It began November 1st, 2015 and ends January 31st, 2016. The Affordable Care Act (ACA), more commonly referred to as Obama Care, is definitely confusing. It was confusing for agents that had been selling health care for years. Fortunately, for consumers, agents are required to undergo extensive training to be certified to sell health insurance through the Marketplace. So, what is ACA or Obama Care and what does it mean to me?
standard for health coverage available to Individuals and Families based on 10 Essential Health Benefits (EHB). These 10 EHB are required for all health insurance plans to be eligible for a tax subsidy. The coverage is available on or off the Exchange, meaning with or without government help to pay for the plan. It is estimated that 70% of all Americans are eligible for a subsidy!
What Marketplace health plans cover? All qualified health plans must include 10 Essential Health Benefits as defined by the Often I have individuals walk ACA (On or off the Exchange) into my office and say “I need Insurance but I don’t want 1. Ambulatory patient serObama-Care!” So what is vices (outpatient care you get “Obama-Care”? It is the without being admitted to a
Health Insurance Leslie Gross hospital 2. Emergency services
6. Prescription drugs
conditions.
7. Rehabilitative and habilitative services and devices (services and devices to help people with injuries, disabilities, or chronic conditions to regain or recover mental and physical skills)
You may choose to not enroll in Health Coverage for 2016 but that choice is subject to a tax penalty. The tax penalty is calculated on a per month basis. This means that if you only had health coverage for seven (7) months then you may owe a penalty for the other five (5) months.
8. Laboratory services
3. Hospitalization (like surgery 9. Preventive and wellness services and chronic disease and overnight stays) management 4. Pregnancy, maternity, and newborn care (both before 10. Pediatric services, including oral and vision care (but and after birth) adult dental and vision cover5. Mental health and sub- age aren’t essential health stance use disorder services, benefits) including behavioral health Another advantage is that you treatment (this includes coun- can no longer be denied covseling and psychotherapy) erage based on pre-existing
Tax penalties for not enrolling in health care are as follows: 2015: $325 per adult, $162.50 per child, Max $975 or 2% of household income; whichever is greater. (See ‘Insurance’ on page 37)
Non-dairy creamer is flammable.
Page 36, Your Home Magazine, November 2015 turkey home for Thanksgiving,” one of the officers suggested. ”He’d make quite a mystery. meal. No wonder he put a dent in your roof. He was too Turkeys are not renowned fat to fly.” for their flying skills. They don’t seem particularly smart either. Was it tasty berries or succulent insects that tempted them away from the safety of their usual habitat? Was it a femme fatale hen that lived in the woodlands across the road that lured them with seductive sounds? Or was it a typical male-female scenario where the gobblers decided to impress an attractive hen with a daring flight across the highway? Evidently, the gobblers didn’t have enough turkey sense to realize they couldn’t fly high enough or far enough to avoid Chuck wisely decided not to the traffic. bring me the bird. He feared “Son, you need to carry that I wouldn’t use it for eating but
Wildshield (Continued from page 31)
for beating him over the head for damaging the Honda. Now (Continued from page 30) we had one drivable car to share among the three of us, help you need and what each of whom worked in a dif- kind of caregiver would be a good fit. This agency has ferent location. been around since 1970 and Later, we turned in the serves a 16 county area. accident report to the Finally, if your senior should insurance company. become seriously ill and require medical care at “I’ve never seen Wild Turhome, then the UW agency key listed as the cause Clinch River Home Health of accident,” the agent are the ones to provide you stated. “Was your son with this support to allow your drinking?” loved one to remain in their home and avoid unnecessary “No, no,” we assured him. hospitalizations. The “This was the kind of wild clinically prepared staff can turkey that gobbles, not provide sitters, certified assistants for the kind you guzzle.” The nursing agent chuckled as we personal care, or nurses and explained the situation. therapists for medical care. Clinch River Home Health That evening I thought has existed since 1975 and some more about the has an excellent reputation in self-destructive behavior our community. of the turkey gobbler. I conSo I hope this list of services cluded it wasn’t only men who will be helpful to your or lead lives of quiet desperation. your loved ones. By being a
Kindness
Evidently, some turkeys do, too.
About the author... Judy is a local humorist and speaker and the author of Life Among the Lilliputians, Memories of a Loose Woman, and Jest Judy (CD). This column is reprinted from Life Among the Lilliputians with permission of Celtic Cat Publishing.
United Way agency, you can be assured they will provide excellent care. In fact, you could say that being a United Way agency is like receiving the Good Housekeeping seal of the past or perhaps the Angie’s List five star rating of today’s world! Please consider visiting one of these agencies served by The United Way of Anderson County or better yet look into how you can become a volunteer. For further information please contact United Way of Anderson County at http://uwayac. org. Or call (865) 483-8431. Office Hours: Monday to Friday – 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Email: director@uwayac.org
About the author... Jim Dodson is the Co-Chairperson for the 2015 United Way of Anderson County and can be reached via his email: jdodsonart@aol.com.
Emus and kangaroos cannot walk backwards, and are on the Australian coat of arms for that reason. sometimes Zero deductibles. These plans are a good fit for individuals diagnosed with (Continued from page 35) major medical issues. Unfor2016: $695 per adult, $347.50 tunately, many of these plans per child, Max $2085 or 2.5% have been eliminated by the of household income; which- providers. ever is greater.
Insurance
These penalties are per calendar year. There are No tax penalties if you are below the threshold of 100% of the Poverty Level and are not required to file taxes.
Catastrophic plans are designed for young adults. They have the highest deductibles and the lowest premiums. Their availability is limited to under 30 years of age.
Subsidies are responsible for Affordable Care Act (Obama- the deduction in the actual Care) plans are categorized amount of the premium reas “Metal Plans”. quired to pay for coverage. Subsidies (tax credits) are calculated using the second Bronze plans are typically a lowest Silver plan. Example: 60/40 plan. They are basically catastrophic plans (although a Catastrophic plan is available for individuals under 30 years of age) Bronze plans are the least expensive but have the highest deductibles and usually do not have Doctor Co-pays. Silver plans are the standard plan for the Marketplace. They are the most commonly sold and are set up as 70/30 plans. With the use of the tax credit (subsidy) and cost sharing, these plans are considered the “sweet spot.” The premiums and cost sharing are adjusted based on your income and the size of your family, enabling these plans to potentially achieve a 94/6 cost sharing basis. Not everyone in these plans will reach that discount. Gold plans are 80/20 plans. And like all plans, they qualify for a tax credit (subsidy). They often have lower out of pocket costs for individuals with an illness requiring high maintenance. The premiums are higher than Silver plans but the premiums may be adjusted based on income levels. Platinum plans are 90/10. Although eligible for a subsidy, the premiums are higher. Most have very low or
A young family of four with an income of $50,000 might receive a subsidy in the amount of $101.00 per month. The same family of four with an income of $35,000 would receive a larger subsidy of $268.00. These subsidies are based on a 37716 zip code, and current 2015 calculations. Subsidies were calculated using a 30 year old male nonsmoker and a 28 year old female non smoker. In this example a $420 per month premium would be reduced by $268 and the consumer would be responsible for the balance or $152.00 per month. On the plus side, the deductible (in this case only) reduced from $4600 to $500
Your Home Magazine, November 2015, Page 37 per Individual with a family financial ruin. This is accorddeductible of $1000. Also af- ing to Health Magazine 2009. fected are max out of pocket Depending upon the report, amounts. Everyone’s situation these numbers may be higher. is different and this illustration The average bankruptcy is should only be used as a pos- $15000! sible example. Age, smoking, number of family members and household income are NerdWallet estimates nearly used to calculate subsidies. 10 million adults with year Assets are not taken into round health insurance will consideration. At time of still accumulate medical bills print these same calculations they can’t pay off. NerdWalwere not available for the 2016 let found, 15 million people will deplete their savings to calendar year. cover medical bills. Another 10 million will be unable to pay It is important to note that for necessities such as rent, more than 60% of bankrupt- food, and utilities because of cies are linked to medical bills, the bills. When their savings 78% of these people had Ma- are gone and their credit cards jor Medical Health Insurance. are maxed out, over-stretched Most people in this country are one illness away from (See ‘Insurance’ on page 39)
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The tip of a bullwhip moves so fast that the sound it makes is actually a tiny sonic boom.
Brookstone Ridge Offers Affordable New Homes for Area’s Working Families and Retirees With the surge of new jobs that are projected to be coming to Anderson County in the coming months, there is certain to be increased demand for affordable housing in the area. Combine that news with the recent announcement by the Anderson County Tourism Council that it is joining forces with Retire Tennessee, the state organization working to attract retirees to relocate in
our region, and it becomes clear that prospective homebuyers may find themselves facing a shortage of housing products from which to choose. In view of the fact that there has been relatively little growth in the development of new subdivisions in Anderson County, the supply of building lots for new home starts is almost depleted. Consequently, those new arrivals, whether they be new employees filling those jobs or retirees relocating to take advantage of the quality of retirement life in East Tennessee, are discovering that their choices of new homes or building lots is rather limited.
both new homes and building sites, all complete with water, sewer and underground electric, ready for construction of the home of your choice. Located on Norris Freeway, only 15 minutes from Halls, this neighborhood is within minutes of Norris Lake, the Clinch River and the 2,300 acre Norris Watershed, which has a network of hiking and biking trails. Homes here are readily accessible to several nearby shopping areas in Norris, Clinton and Halls and just a short 30-minute drive to downtown Knoxville via I-75. And for anyone working in Oak Ridge, the commute is relatively easy and uncongested.
Lynn Leach, owner of Double L However, one new home Construction, LLC, and one of community, Brookstone Ridge the developers of Brookstone, currently has an inventory of believes that his company is in an advantageous position and well-prepared to meet this anticipated increase in demand for new, affordable homes in East Anderson County. Not only does Brookstone have a number of move-in ready homes available with more scheduled for construction in the coming months, but the community also has ample room for expansion with at least two or three more phas-
es anticipated within the next sionally-landscaped entrance, 24 months. clearly gives the impression of being a stable and growing Leach points out that residents community. Loy Johnson of
in the community continue to express a high degree of satisfaction with the family atmosphere, as well as the peace and quiet of the neighborhood. Also, Leach stated that, “Since there is only one access in and out of the subdivision, our owners see Brookstone as a very safe, secure community, one which has attracted both young families with children as well as a number of retirees relocating from other states.” With more than seventy homes already occupied, Brookstone, with its wellmaintained lawns and profes-
Loy Johnson Real Estate, the sales and marketing firm for the development, noted that the prices for new homes being built in the next few months will range from the mid-$160’s to just a little above $200,000. However, Leach hopes to have a limited number of affordable new cottage homes available next spring with prices starting under $160,000. For more information on new homes and building lots, contact Loy Johnson Real Estate at 865.494.7211 or visit the website at www.LoyJohnson. com.
An earthquake on Dec. 16, 1811 caused parts of the Mississippi River to flow backwards!
Signs (Continued from page 27) solver that I am, I decided to make a little change this year! BUY LESS “STUFF” and do more “STUFF”! There that was easy! Or is it? My list seems to grow every year and it is hard to not want to buy everything you see knowing that person not only would like it, but could really use it. But then finding the time to shop for them even over the internet is stressful. And oh yes, how do you buy “STUFF” for someone that has all the “STUFF” they could ever need? Very simple, you don’t! One of my very best friends has always reminded me over the years, the gift of love does not have to come with a price tag! When the panic finally lifted, I began to think in terms of simple again. It is not that I am lazy and do not want to go in the crowds of shoppers on Black Friday, because I really do like that exhilarating experience! It is not that I do not want to express my love in an exchange of gift giving. It is just that I will continue in my quest to “keep it simple”! This year think about buying less “STUFF” and doing more “STUFF” to make your holidays memorable. My favorite gifts to get or give are coupons! A coupon book that might include a “one free car wash” or “one free evening at the movies”, or for instance for a child you could include a “one free hour at the park”, the possibilities are unlimited! But these create memories! If you are a family of great gift exchange, think about a pre-Christmas purge of unused “STUFF” and donate to a local charity that helps children have a Christmas, like the Holiday Bureau or local churches. Also, there of plenty of “STUFF” we can do in our local communities that give back and are a gift of love
and are worth a lot more than buying “STUFF” that a person will soon forget when they ring in the New Year! By the time this article gets published it will be well under 68 days until Christmas and even though “the sign” is still imprinted in my brain, the panic is gone because I choose to keep it simple!
Insurance (Continued from page 37)
consumers take the drastic step of cutting back on medications. More than 25 million people have reported skipping doses or delayrefilling prescriptions About the author... ing to save money, as reported Andrea has a BS in organiza- by NerdWallet. tional management. She is a member of the National Association of Professional Or- As a consumer, you have ganizers (NAPO). She been the right to go to WWW. an Oak Ridge resident for 21 HealthCare.gov or call Healthyears. For more info visit her care.gov at (800) 318-2596 website at www.organizing- and sign up for insurance covhomes.net or write P.O. Box erage. However, it has been 5354, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. my experience , that many consumers have been led to
Your Home Magazine, November 2015, Page 39 select coverage that does not include their doctor, and/or they have been put into a plan that only has one hospital available. Your conversation is usually with an individual that is in another state and is not familiar with Tennessee. It is not a help to you if you have to travel 3050 miles to visit a health care professional. I recommend the use of a local Licensed Insurance Agent to assist you in selecting and enrolling in a plan. Many consumers are concerned with the extra cost in electing to use an Insurance Agent. There are no extra fees, the price is the same.
The agent is paid directly from the Insurance Company and the price of the plan is the same, regardless of how you enroll. Product understanding, education, and consultation are available through your local licensed insurance agents. I recommend that you select one that is both knowledgeable and ethical. An agent’s job is not to just to get the hospital and doctors paid. It is to build a wall of protection around you and your family!
About the author... Leslie Gross is a licensed Insurance Agent in the State of Tennessee and is contracted with HealthMarkets Insurance Agency of Clinton. 442 N. Main Street, Clinton.
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111,111,111 multiplied by 111,111,111 equal 12,345,678,987,654,321.
February of 1865 is the only month in recorded history to not have a full moon.
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Which Wich do you Want? (See our advertisement on page 2 of this issue)
franchise broke out all over the country. By 2013, it went global.
Which ‘wich’ is the newest sandwich in town? Which So what is all the fuss and Wich in Oak Ridge! Officially why should you try a Wich for
opening on Monday October 19th at 1533 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Which Wich introduced Anderson County to the sandwich shop experience that first took Dallas, Texas by storm twelve years ago. Which Wich opened its first store in downtown Dallas in December of 2003 and by April of 2004, it was named among “The Best Sandwiches in Dallas” by D Magazine. Within a year, the
yourself? Well the difference is in the excellent sandwiches, but also in the way they are ordered.
want you to know that Which is about sandwiches, Restaurant Wich but they also serve incredible Review milkshakes. And save room for dessert because they Melissa have an Ice Cream Cookie Which, which is two cookBishop ies sandwiched around sandwich you want. Second, ice cream! you grab a sharpie and start checking, writing, or even And for those with spedrawing the sandwich of your cial dietary needs who dreams on the brown paper. are always You can check off the toppings you would like and you can even add a little note. You can put an “X” in the box for onions, but if you want lots of onions, you can write, “Lots of onions!!” wondering, when looking at a And give it a smiley face. They new restaurant, “Do they have like that kind of thing. anything for me?” Well, Which Then write your name on the Wich has kept the gluten-free, bag, just as mom would on dairy-free, and vegetarian in your school lunch and take it mind. If you cannot eat wheat to the counter. The employees of Which Wich will study your bag closely to create the sandwich of your dreams. Then they will call your name and off you go with your bag or you can sit down and enjoy the fun atmosphere.
It’s all in the bag, so to speak. There is a protocol to ordering a Wich, but it’s a system that leaves a lot up to the customer’s whims and imagination. First, you choose a bag. The iconic brown lunch bag is customized to the type of Owners Jeff and Amy Hensley
bread, you can opt for either a Bowlwich, which is any sandwich served in a bowl like a salad, or you can order a Lettuce Wich, which is any sandwich wrapped in lettuce instead of bread. And for non-meat eaters, they have a special line for you: any sandwich in bags marked #6 are vegetarian. And you can always opt out of mayonnaise and cheese to make it vegan. They also have a Kids’ Which menu, which are bags marked for the kidfriendly sandwiches and not only are they thinking about the kids that come into the res(See ‘Which’ on page 45)
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Honeybaked (Continued from page 22) kinks as we go along!” Joseph says smiling. We have a major dedication to customer service here – we are a premium product and should have premium service. The commitment to being a family run company has continued to this local level as Joseph’s brother, Chris Fuller, is the Production Manager. Joseph and Jo-Evin moved back to Oak Ridge about 4 years ago to be closer to their family – having 4 kids of their own, they needed the support of having family in town. While Jo-Evin isn’t an Oak Ridge native, she clearly fallen in love
with the community “I love the Southern, small town feel Oak Ridge has. The response to our opening the restaurant has been phenomenal!” It’s clear that the couple is invested in being a locally owned small business bringing exceptional food and service to the city.
Leonardo Da Vinci invented scissors. “While most people know about our ham and catering, it’s often a surprise to people when they come in and see the deli” says Jo-Evin. “we are happy about offering so many services to Oak Ridge and the surrounding areas but for me, the sweetest part is knowing
that we are such a large part of people’s holiday traditions. The food you get from us is homemade from our family to yours. We love that.” When planning your next gathering, consider HoneyBaked Ham Catering services – they are fully equipped to do hot catering for weddings and major events; additionally, they have a full brunch catering menu available. The catering options are so much more than just boxed lunches or trays! With an effort to make lunches quick and easy, fresh salads and boxed lunches are in the cooler ready to be grabbed for lunch on the go. Additionally, they are happy to take call ahead orders – which will be
ready and waiting in the cooler for hungry lunchtime visitors. Now, on to the food!! All the meats are spiral sliced and glazed with sugar and secret spices, each are hand-glazed by a master glazer. Only 1 in 10 hams make it to being a HoneyBaked Ham and are all additionally put through a 27 point inspection after arriving at the store. Each ham that comes has been smoked for a minimum of 24 hours and additives are never used. All the deli meats are glazed before being sliced and each sandwich is piled high with hand cut, fresh meats. The ham is such a perfect balance of smokey and salty mixed with the sweet crunch of the (See ‘Which’ on page 45)
Months that begin on a Sunday will always have a “Friday the 13th.”
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Arts (Continued from page 15) goodies will also be available for your holiday entertaining. In addition, lunch will be available with Stumbo’s Jumbos and Barb’s Que. There is no admission charge. Fall classes began the week of September 14-18, with some beginning throughout the Fall with mini-classes beginning the week of November 1620. For more information on exhibitions, classes, and other Art Center activities, call (865) 482-1441 or visit their FaceBook page or website at www. oakridgeartcenter.org. Our wonderful Music Arts School continues to offer opportunities for those individuals interested in learning to play an instrument or for any current musician wanting to learn a few new skills. Visit their website at www.musicartsschool.org The Oak Ridge Community Band which becomes the Wind Ensemble during its indoor concert season will be presenting its second concert of the “Every Day is Better with Music” series on Sunday afternoon, November 15, 3:30 p.m. at the Grove Theater Performing Arts Center. This “Vet-
eran’s Day Concert” will be a very special event to honor the Veterans of Foreign Wars and will include a program of patriotic favorites, music from the Swing Era, and a recognition of attending veterans as well as any currently serving military personnel. Admission to the Veteran’s Day concert is $5 for adults over 18, and children through age 18 are free. The Community Band is also continuing to add names and e-mail addresses to a list for anyone who would like advance online notification before each concert. The Community Band/Wind Ensemble is directed by band leader Dale Pendley and assistant conductor Lisa Michaels. For information visit www.orcb. org or call 865-482-3568.
The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association is proud to present its annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker”. Make plans to begin your holiday season with this long-standing tradition. All performances are at the Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center, 1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge. The performances are Saturday, November 21st at 2:00 and Sunday, November 22nd at 2:00. For more information (See ‘Arts’ on page 46)
The average lead pencil will draw a line 35 miles long or write 50,000 words.
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The Business Meeting Well, just as Pastor Hampton predicted they would, denominational headquarters worked quickly to “revision” the church after his stunt of closing the place on a Sunday “for lack of sin” (see Vol. 11, Issue 8, “Out of Business for Lack of Sin”). Within thirty days a new, younger, and fresher pastor was in place, and the church poised to “relaunch” under a new name: ReCreation Church. Same old people, though, and that’s what caused Pastor Bobby’s first big idea to get shot down, for good or for ill. He said, “I was signing up the fam” (by which he meant “family,”) at the health club this week, and I think the Lord may have given me the answer to the church’s financial problems. The health club has different levels of membership,
the salesman explained, so that you only pay for the services you plan to use.
following information:
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“The basic problem with the traditional church financial model,” Pastor Bobby con,Rev. tinued, “is that we offer the same services to everyone The problem stated, Pastor no matter how much they Bobby proposed a solution in give—or even if they a more hopeful tone, don’t give at all. It’s which was much no wonder we’re appreciated by going broke— those who were people natulooking at rally relate to their shoes. the church as “What if we they would offered differany other ent levels of provider of membership services in our so that the exmodern society, pectations of both and they’ve figured the members and the out that you get the most church would be clearer? bang for your buck by keeping Wouldn’t it help us get around the bucks in your pocket!” the awkwardness of always trying to nudge people into a greater level of church involvement? And maybe when people see the benefits of various levels of membership laid out more clearly, they will find the investment worth it, and it will help address our financial situation. I’ve taken the liberty,” Pastor continued, “of working something up,” and he handed out copies of a simple chart containing the
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Platinum Membership Yo u r I n v e s t m e n t : G i v e Silver Membership $12,000 per year. Benefits Your Investment: Attend and you may expect: All Gold give according to conve- benefits plus exemption from nience. Benefits you may all volunteer service. expect: Warm welcome, no questions asked about either Diamond Elite Membership attendance or giving, and Your Investment: Give onethat “been-to-church” feeling time gift of $250,000. Benefits whenever you come. you may expect: All Platinum benefits plus right of prior Gold Membership notice on all major church Your Investment: Attend reg- decisions to be placed before ularly and give weekly or the congregation. monthly, plus regular service in a volunteer role. Benefits People read silently, and no you may expect: Genuine one spoke until Hal joked, “I friendships with fellow believ- think the silver membership ers, pastor will know your should be called aluminum inname and your kids’ names, stead.” Delores didn’t want to pastoral visits when hospital- be the first to speak, but now ized, full funereal privileges, felt cleared to make a more regular parking spot. serious point. “No one is going (See ‘Meeting’ on page 49)
Every day more money is printed for monopoly than the US Treasury.
Which (Continued from page 41) taurant, they are also thinking of kids around the globe. The people at Which Wich believe a simple peanut butter and jelly sandwich can change the
world. They have something called “Project PB&J,” which brings comfort and food to those in the world who need it. From those affected by natural disasters to local organizations, for every PB&J that is sold, Which Wich gives one
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PB&J locally and one globally. your appreciation on the back of your Which Wich bag and Which Wich also finds a way they fill it with treats and deto support our troops. Every liver your message filled with year, they let you “Flag your good things. Since 2010, Bag” for service members Which Wich has sent more and veterans. You use blue than 10,000 bags to service and red Sharpies to show members and vets around the world.
give the newest, most fun sandwich system a try and welcome the franchise to our area. Have a wich at the restaurant and ask them about their catering services and help them do good things while eating good wiches!
Check out their website at So if you haven’t tried Which www.whichwich.com or call Wich yet, now is the time to them at (865) 294-5657.
Honeybaked (Continued from page 42) glaze. The smell alone is enough to make your mouth start watering. Signature sandwiches are built with precision and pure excellence. Hot sandwiches with toasty bread and melty cheese, cold sandwiches with sweet and savory chicken salad and generous portions of deli meats make these sand-
wiches standout in a town of sandwich shops. While the sandwich selection is fantastic, there are many options to bring home for dinner including several heat and serve side dishes to serve with the spiral sliced meats. “Pop the side in a casserole dish, throw some extra toppings on it and tell everyone it’s an old family recipe” says Jo-Evin, continuing with a contagious laugh “you don’t have to tell them it’s not YOUR family recipe! I promise it works.” The salads and most sides are made fresh daily – the broccoli bacon bliss says it all in the name, crunchy and tangy balanced with smoky bacon is the perfect side to one of the sandwiches. All the sauces are also made in house and available for purchase by the bottle. Soups are also being made daily including loaded baked potato, broccoli cheddar, chicken tortilla, ham and bean and minestrone. No meal is complete without dessert – and they are not lacking in that department either serving up all the classics including a New York Cheesecake that is creamy, buttery and just flawless. When it comes to a quick lunch, catered affair, dinner take-out or to send a gift that shows you care, HoneyBaked Ham Oak Ridge has got you covered! Joseph and Jo-Evin Fuller, Owners. Honeybaked Ham is located at 870 Oak Ridge Turnpike in Oak Ridge. (865) 272-9411
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Arts (Continued from page 43) contact Wendie Aurin, ORCBA President, at WendieAurin@ gmail.com or visit www.orcba. org. The next performance of the Oak Ridge Playhouse is “A Christmas Story” running from November 20th to December 6th. Based on the movie clas-
sic, the musical follows 9-yearold Ralphie and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action air rifle. Set in the 1940s Midwest, Ralphie plots numerous schemes to fulfill his desire for the coveted BB gun only to be constantly rebuffed with echoes of “You’ll shoot your eye out!” With tongues stuck to frozen flagpoles, Christmas at the Chinese restaurant, and the “major award,” all the iconic scenes from the film are here along with exciting new treats for both long-time fans of the film as well as those encountering this delightful coming of age tale for the first time. For more information or to order tickets visit www.orplayhouse. com or call 865-482-9999. Don’t miss the free concert on November 14 th with the Oak Ridge Community Orchestra. It features the expressive sounds of nature from Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony #6, the exquisite
There are 18 different animal shapes in the Animal Crackers cookie zoo!. In Nature’s Realm Overture by Dvořák, and the special L’Arlesienne Suite #1 by Bizet. That latter composition is all about the Girl from Arles. To enjoy these compositions, join the concert on Saturday, November 14th at 2:00 pm in the Sanctuary of the First Baptist Church of Oak Ridge, on the corner of the Oak Ridge Turnpike and LaFayette Drive. Admission is free but modest donations at the door to support the orchestra’s routine operating expenses will be appreciated. For more information on performances for the coming season, visit the orchestra’s website: www. oakridgecommunityorchestra. com. The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association’s next concert will be Sunday, 2015, November 15 at 3:00pm. David Burgess is recognized as one of today’s outstanding guitarists, appearing internationally as a soloist and chamber musician. He was first prize winner in the
Andrés Segovia Fellowship E-mail: office@orcma.org. Competition in New York City and has won many other top For further information about
honors. Through his extensive travels in both Spain and Latin America, Mr. Burgess has explored traditional guitar styles, along with many popular and folkloric types of music. He often performs interesting and unusual works for his programs from his large collection of Latin American guitar music. For more info on any of these events contact ORCMA at: 865-483-5569 or
any of these exciting events, contact the Arts Council Office at 482-4432 or visit the ACOR website at www.artscouncilofoakridge.org.
About the author...
Jim Dodson is the contributing writer for the Arts Council of Oak Ridge and can be reached via his email: jdodsonart@aol.com.
The plastic things on the end of shoelaces are called aglets. so Godfather’s is ready to take your larger order for enough pizzas and wings to host a (Continued from page 24) football party or church gatherIt’s a great place to run in ing. Just call ahead and know and get a pizza to go, but that they give a good discount you don’t have to go. There is for the larger orders. restaurant-style seating with a television and all the con- Godfather’s Pizza has been venience of having a variety around for a long time. And of candy bars, sports drinks, I was wondering where the or chips and dips right there in name came from? Was it the Rocky Top Station. named after the movie? Was it founded by mobsters? Well It’s good pizza at a great price going to the Godfather’s web-
Godfathers
Visions Magazine, November 2015, Page 47 site, I got a little explanation Willy starts makin’ pizzas. of how they got into the busi- In a matter of days the aroma ness: gets around da neighborhood. “Civilians” start comin’ by, The year is 1973. I tell one of askin’ to buy pizza. Us, bein’ my guys, Willy, to find a place good neighbors oblige…and where me and my guys can before ya know it we got a line hangout, relax, make plans for around the block! future…endeavors. Willy does just that. Our new “social club” Next thing I know…we’re is great…except my wise guys goin’ legit! We’re makin’ more want food too. So Willy knocks money in da pizza business a hole in the wall and there’s than ourother…stuff. just enough room for a sink, walk-in, and a pizza oven. So I tell Willy….”run with it…!”
Camera (Continued from page 17) fancy camera required, all levels of experience welcome. More information about the club at www.cameraclubofoakridge.com. The club has been successful for over ½ a century because of our attitude to share our knowledge and techniques of photography. It is remarkable that the club continues to grow even as internet photography resources are expanding! This is also because it remains one of the most cost effective ways to become a proficient photographer. This year, after a successful student competition in March of 2015, the Camera Club of Oak Ridge did invite the public of all ages to enter their favorite images of Oak Ridge in the “Explore Oak Ridge” competi-
We are in da pizza business full time!
True story? I’m not sure, but there must have been a line around some block when this pizza got out. Stop in and grab yourself a mini pizza or a large. Or even try a $.99 slice! Godfather’s is open seven days a week inside the Rocky Top Mobile Station at 1190 Oak Ridge Turnpike. Give them a call at 865-482-7725.
tion. The images shown here are from the resulting gallery. The October 13 competition was sponsored by the Oak Ridge Convention and Visitor Bureau, supporting their new website www.exploreoakridge.com and cash prizes were awarded to the winners. The five categories were Arts, History, Nature, Sports, Science & Techology and the judging and presentation was done by Jim Dodson with introductory remarks by Marc DeRose. The Best in show was taken by Julio Culiat and People’s Choice award was taken by Genevieve Martin. Other competition winners included: Ann Barber, Mike Boyd, John Clark, Julius Culiat, Yvonne Dalschen, Carol Finley, Nelya Grace, Genevieve Martin, Ray Smith, Don Spong and Rob Welton (alphabetical order).
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Dunkin (Continued from page 23) can get it when you come in to sit and enjoy or get it to go because they also have a drive thru. It is a little hidden, but if you drive around to the back of the shopping strip, you will come up at the end where Dunkin Donuts has a window ready to get you served and on with your day, whether it’s just a coffee or a donut or even
one of their meal deals. And “Box of Joe” which is kind of they open at 5 A.M. to get your like a box of wine, but with coffee. And Dunkin Donuts will day started right. deliver for larger orders. We all know about the great donuts and the great cof- There is a reason Dunkin Dofee Dunkin Donuts has, but nuts is so popular. The coffee they also serve some great is superb, but so are the dobreakfast and lunch meals, nuts. And you cannot beat the served any time of day. Dunkin Donuts has combo meals that include sandwiches, ice tea or coffee, and hashbrowns. Their sandwiches can be served on flatbread, bagel, or croissant, which is an excellent choice for their tuna or chicken salad. Dunkin Donuts coffee and pastries are a great gift for any office or party. They have a large order of coffee called
Venus is the only planet that rotates clockwise. price! Each donut is $.99, but buy six and it’s $4.99. And buy a dozen and it’s only $7.99! Stop in and savor the original classic pairing of donuts in coffee that has finally returned to our area. Give them a call at 865-298-5619.
Ballet (Continued from page 7) future productions should also visit the website. Auditions for the spring production will be in January. There is no cost to audition. There is a nominal production fee to participate in the show after parts are assigned. Auditions are open to dancers age 6 and up. ORCBA’s goal is to provide a clean, safe, fun, professional environment for dancers of all abilities and ages to perform before a live audience. ORCBA is also a recognized IRS 501(c)3 charitable organization, so donations are tax deductible. Please contact, Wendie Aurin, ORCBA President, at WendieAurin@gmail. com for more information on sponsorship opportunities.
Shops (Continued from page 21) lunch while at the Art Center. Individual desserts from the bake sale will also be available for dessert or to share with friends over a cup of coffee. The Art Center is located at 201 Badger Avenue behind the Civic Center and near the Museum of Science Energy Museum. For information about the event call 482-1441, drop by the Art Center, or visit the Art Center’s website: www. oakridgeartcenter.org or FaceBook page. It is a private, not-for-profit regional fine arts center and museum providing visual arts experiences and education to Oak Ridge and the surrounding area. The (Oak Ridge) Art Center is sponsored in part by the Tennessee General Assembly via a grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission. Call the Art Center at (865) 482-1441 for more information about the Gallery of Holiday Shops or any other events, shows, or classes at the Art Center.
First novel ever written on a typewriter: Tom Sawyer.
Meeting (Continued from page 44) to give the church a quartermillion dollars—this just isn’t realistic,” she asserted flatly. Pastor Bobby started in on an impromptu sermon on small and large faith, and was about to really get wound up when Mr. Hunter interjected as Pastor was taking a breath. Mr. Hunter didn’t speak much at business meetings, but was respected by all as a serious Christ-follower of longstand-
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ing, so when he did people unintentionally communicating took notice. something profoundly untrue about the gospel by attaching “Pastor,” Mr. Hunter said, “I a price structure to church appreciate the effort to ad- ministries.” dress our financial problems, but I think we had better take That took the air out of the time enough to think through room, and an awkward silence why God wants people to ensued until Gordon put a come to this church, no mat- finer point on it: “Well, we may ter what their motivations are. as well leave things as they God is looking for worship- are, because if you don’t take pers, not consumers of spiri- the giving into account we tual services, and he’s told us already have Silver, Gold, and to make disciples, not satisfied Platinum members without customers. And we had better calling them by those names.” make sure that we are not He didn’t include “Diamond Elite” members, because nobody had ever given the church a quarter million dollars, and not even Mr. Hunter had the right of prior approval on church decisions. If he did, the church would’ve never been rebranded “ReCreation Church.”
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either pizza sauce, cheese and toppings or any sub ingredients. And don’t complete that order without adding the Cinnamon Stix! While there are a few tables in the restaurant for grabbing a quick meal, the focus is really on carry-out and delivery for small orders or large catering orders. They are a fast growing company and always looking for great people to join the team. So make your next order Jet’s!
and topped with butter, garlic and Romano cheese – if that’s not enough, you can add pepperoni or bacon to it! It comes served with pizza sauce but you’re missing out if you don’t grab a side of homemade ranch as well. The cheese melts around the corners making them perfectly crunchy, buttery and delicious. Other sides include wings and boneless chicken. If you’re in the mood for something lighter, Jet’s Pizza is located at 1531 try one of the 4 freshly made Oak Ridge Turnpike (across salads! from Kroger next to Dunkin’ Donuts). 865-272-3723 / order If the normal pizza place food online at jetspizza.com isn’t grabbing your attention, try one of the 8-inch deli subs – toasty and stuffed with premium meats, veggies and cheeses! There are also Jet’s So the meeting was adjourned Boats - freshly baked pizza with no action taken, leaving dough filled to the brim with everyone to contemplate the level of their own church membership; giving requirements excluded.
About the author... Chris Bunn is pastor of Faith Bible Fellowship, an Evangelical Free Church in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. He and his wife, Robin, have lived in Oak Ridge since 1987, and have three grown children. Pastor Chris may be reached at pastorchris@faithbibleoakridge.com.
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There are 293 ways to make change for a dollar.
‘Twas the Month before Christmas at Mott’s Florist ‘Twas the month before Christ- Of the trimmings and style of a top floral artist, Whose mas designs and décor have been Time for Mott’s Open House. called the smartest. And the Family Florist was Mott’s Floral Design is really busy as a mouse. the name, And beautiful flowWreaths were designed and ers are always their aim. created with care, In hopes that the whole town soon Whether they’re fresh or silk they will deliver for you, A would be there. bouquet of beauty to make the To enjoy cookies, and coco, receiver gasp, “Oooh!” and door prizes too, Extended Motts has something for alhours and an inside view most every occasion, Flowers and cards and their gifts are a sensation!
your business or dwelling
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what’s to be seen.
In new styles and trends, they They will likely have someare always excelling. thing to make Thanksgiving
Melissa Bishop Mott’s Floral Design opened in May, And now it is clear they are here to stay. And of course there’s Jen Thomas “Who keeps us all sane,” Over deliveries and customer service she reigns.
See everything they offer at www.mottsflorist.com, Where For thirty-six years, Lisa Mott you’ll find something for your has been around, Creating wife, your brother, or mom. arrangements and scenery all over town. Though they are a business, Motts has given to charity, The With the help of her family generosity of their talents is Margo and Shannon, Sons no rarity. Michael and Matthew and sonin-law Brandon For a good cause they have made donations, Of floral arrangements for many occasions. But their business of course is to help you to be thoughtful And of new styles and trends they are ever watchful.
Come see what they do and can do for you, With tree great, A centerpiece or fall trimming, centerpieces, and On Friday the thirteenth and wreath before it’s too late. unique gifts too. November fourteen, Walk (See ‘Mott’s’ on page 6) They can be hired to adorn through their doors to see
There are approximately fifty Bibles sold each minute across the world!
Community Calendar The Community Calendar listings are free for musical events, theaters, art galleries, museums, community groups, public events, and non-profit groups.
AMSE Please note: The American Museum of Science and Energy, located at 300 South Tulane Avenue in Oak Ridge, is open Monday - Saturday from 9 am - 5
pm and Sunday from 1 - 5 pm. Admission is Adults $5.00, Seniors (65+) $4.00, Students (6 17) $3.00 and Children ( 5 and under) no charge. Group rates are available with advance reservations. AMSE memberships are Family $40, Grandparents $35, Individuals $25 and Family & Friends $75. AMSE members receive unlimited AMSE visits and free admission to 250 museums that participated in the ASTC Passport Program. AMSE members receive discounts on Discovery Shop merchandise, discounts on camps, classes, workshops and birthday parties. For more information
on AMSE memberships, exhibits, programs and events, go to www.amse.org To schedule a museum group visit, call AMSE at (865) 576-3200.
Children’s Museum
Visions Magazine, November 2015, Page 51 put together tracks and run trains on them, play in a sensory table, dig for dinosaurs in a sandbox, explore books, play with puppets, and “cook” in the “kitchen.” Free with museum membership or paid admission. Moms, dads, grandparents, and caregivers are welcome.
Thursdays, November 5, 12, 19 Musical Mornings, 10 a.m.Tuesdays, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24 Toddlers’ Playtime, 10 a.m.- noon. Children through age 4 and noon, for parents and caregivers parents and caregivers are invited with children age 4 and younger. to play in an age-appropriate All will gather in the Preschool musical play space in the Music Room where youngsters and Room. Parents and caregivers adults may socialize. Children can help children identify high will be able to build with blocks, tones and low tones, show them different rhythms, and just let them make their own music and sing their own songs. Sunday, November 15 Living Light Solar House Tours, 1-4 p.m. Take a tour of the Solar House, built by University of Tennessee students and donated to the museum by UT, and learn about caring for the earth and conservation practices in the home. Open for tours the third Sunday of each month.
Sunday, November 15 World of Trains Tours, 1-4 p.m. Join the Knoxville Area Model Railroaders as they open their club room and operate model trains in extensive train layouts in the museum’s exhibit. The Garden Railroad train will be running, weather permitting. Friday, December 4 A Tennessee Evening, 6-11 p.m. The Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge will host a Tennessee Evening Gala on Friday, Dec. 4, celebrating Tennessee heritage with music, dance and fine food representing the state’s traditions. Guests are invited to come as a favorite Tennessee personality or character to the event held from 6-11 p.m. Dec. 4 at the museum, 461 W. Outer Drive, Oak Ridge. The Ridge City Ramblers will entertain with toe-tapping bluegrass and Americana music. Also entertaining will be Henry Perry, bringing his harmonica blues music to the event, and Slade Trammell, a concert pianist. The Knoxville Contra Dancers will
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Page 52, Visions Magazine, November 2015 (Continued from Page 51) bring old-time folk dancing to the Gala. Beth Haynes of WBIR-TV will emcee the Gala. Haynes coanchors WBIR’s “Live at Five at Four” with Russell Bivin and anchors 10 News at Five and the 10 p.m. news at Fox 43. The Ridge City Ramblers first performed together in 2010, when teachers and others who had visited Oak Ridge’s Sister City of Naka, Japan, or hosted visitors from Naka, put a band together for an Oak Ridge Sister City Organization event. They have released one CD, Ramblin’ on my Mind. Steve Reddick, Jefferson Middle School teacher, is lead singer and guitar player. Other band members are Abby Hoerner, Robertsville Middle School teacher, on fiddle; Scott Linn, JMS teacher, on mandolin; Mary Tuskan, Clinton High School counselor, on gui-
tar; Gary Coleman, who studied under Edgar Meyer Sr., on bass; and former Oak Ridge Mayor Tom Beehan, on banjo. Auctioneer Bear Stephenson will conduct a lively auction featuring many Tennessee-themed items, including a Gatlinburg getaway weekend, four platinum tour tickets to Graceland and a weekend stay for two in Memphis, along with jewelry donated by Karen’s Jewelers, a Bill Capshaw pottery piece, and an Apple watch. More items will be offered during the silent auction in Imagination Gallery. Mural artist Gale Hinton is contributing a Tennessee montage mural at the entrance to the Gala evening. All Occasion Catering will serve Tennessee cuisine for the event. Gala Committee volunteers are Larry Burkholder, Martha Hart, Cande Seay, Lee McGetrick, Sandra Barry, Nancy Harrison, Frances Drake, Pat
Imperato and Kay Brookshire, working with Museum staff members Mary Ann Damos, executive director, Heather McAmis and Jaclyn Waymire. The Knoxville Area Model Railroaders serve as volunteers the evening of the Gala. More than two dozen individuals and businesses are sponsoring the Gala, the annual fund raiser for the Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge. The Gala supports the museum’s mission of educating children of all ages through play. The Children’s Museum offers summer camps, classes throughout the year, afterschool programs and experiences in history, the arts, science and cultures, serving children and families throughout the East Tennessee region. Tickets are $125 per person, with a discount of $25 if purchased by Nov. 13. For more information about tickets, corporate tables or sponsorships, call Mary Ann Damos at (865) 482-1074, extension 104 or 115. See the Children’s Museum web site at www.childrensmuseumofoakridge.org. The Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge, 461 W. Outer Dr., is offering fall pottery classes with professional clay artist Sherrie Carris. She has a BFA from the University of Texas, an MFA from the University of Iowa and a teaching certification from the University of Tennessee. To register, stop by or call the museum at 482-1074 or see www. childrensmuseumofoakridge. org.
Museum of Appalachia Beginning on December 5 Christmas in Old Appalachia, the Museum will celebrate Christmas in Old Appalachia, a festive winter celebration that captures the beauty and simplicity of an old-fashioned Christmas. Inside the cabins, simple cedar Christmas trees are draped with paper chains, popcorn strings, sweet gum, and sycamore balls. In the Dan’l Boone Cabin, a dormant sapling wears cotton “snow” and scraps of cloth for bows. Pine clippings, magnolia leaves and holly berries line the mantels above the fireplaces. The Little Tater Valley
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The FDA permits up to 5 whole insects per 100 grams of apple butter. catalog; and relished in the joy of receiving something as simple as School House is adorned with an orange or a peppermint stick. hand-made ornaments made by Continuing through December
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local students. Tattered or wellworn quilts are laid under the trees; topped with carved wooden animals, tin horns, rag dolls, wagons, and spinning tops—all of which were presents found early on Christmas morning. Children often opened their Christmas packages to find practical gifts, such as new shoes or books, purchased from a mail order
special Christmas gift. Enjoy hot, southern country-style lunches, served daily from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Museum restaurant. Homemade cakes, pies, cookies, and other holiday treats are available all day, or can be made special to order for Christmas gatherings. December hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily (8:30 a.m.-3pm on Christmas Eve and closed Christmas Day). The Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate and a notfor-profit organization, is located 16 miles North of Knoxville, one mile East of I-75, Exit 122. The Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate and a not-for-profit organization, is located 16 miles north of Knoxville, one mile east of I-75, exit 122. For more information, call 865-494-7680, or visit the web site at www. museumofappalachia.org.
24th, special holiday exhibits include the children’s display in the Hall of Fame, with toys and furniture made by loving parents and grandparents, and Granny Irwin’s traditional Christmas Crazy Quilt—brought out only on special or festive occasions. Browse the regional, ‘American made’, The University of Tennessee hand-crafted gifts and books in Arboretum Society is a 48 year the Shop at the Museum for a old, non-profit organization
UT Arboretum
Visions Magazine, November 2015, Page 53 dedicated to furthering the objectives and programs of the University of Tennessee’s 250acre Arboretum in Oak Ridge. Proceeds from fund-raising events go toward the operating expenses and endowment fund for the UT Arboretum. To learn more about the Arboretum Society, and the UT Arboretum Endowment Fund, go to www.utarboretumsociety.org.
For more information on the plant sale, call 865-482-6656.
Classes/ Workshops Appalachian Arts.
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Page 54, Visions Magazine, November 2015 portions, and will hopefully allow students to see their surroundings in a new way. Discussed Saturdays, Nov. 7, 14, 21 in the class may be prominent Beginning Drawing, with John landscape artists and the jourAllen, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm. nals of naturalists inspired form This three session class helps the natural landscape. Earlystudents learn the basics of ob- bird Cost: Register and pay by servational drawing, using the October 24 and the cost is $65 landscape of East Tennessee for Craft Center members, $75 as a subject matter. Classes will nonmembers. After October 24, be held outside using the natu- Cost: $75/$85. Allen resides in ral environment as a subject, Knoxville, TN. He received his weather permitting, or may al- BFA in drawing, magna cum ternately be held inside utilizing laude from Clemson University natural objects to create a still in 2010 and a MFA from the Unilife. This class will help students versity of South Florida in 2014. improve their ability to create fin- He was an Instructor of Beginished drawings with correct pro- ning Drawing at the University
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Van Gogh only sold one painting when he was alive. of South Florida, Tampa FL from 2011-2014. Friday & Sat, Nov. 27 & 28 Open House. Come by and enjoy refreshments while you visit and shop. For more information, stop by the Center, located at 2716 Andersonville Hwy, call 865-494-9854, or visit www.appalachianarts.net.
61 in Norris, Tenn., one mile east of I-75 north at Exit 122. You must pre-register and pay for all classes in advance. Call the center at 865-494-9854 to register. www.appalachianarts.net.
and relaxation qualities, plus amazing, de-stressing and calming aromatherapy techniques with the use of essential oils. Students will see demonstrations, enjoy sampling and take home formulas and recipes.
Erin’s Meadow Herb Farm
Saturday, November 7 Fall Herbal Education Day Free Event!, 10:00-3:00, Join us for a day of herbal learning! 10:30-11:30 “Learn to Brew and Use Herbal Teas for Health and Happiness” Fight cold and flu, sleep and renew, lose weightfeel great!, 12:00-1:00 Sample our Homemade Herbal Soup and Bread. 1:00 – 2:00 “DIY Natural Spa Treatments” See how to craft pure and simple products for beauty, well-being and vitality. Plant Sale and Specials in the Herb Shop! Registration not required. We hope you can join us!
Thursday, November 5 Herbal Solutions for Sleep and Sunday, December 6 Relaxation with Kathy Burke Let’s Build a Santa with Wool, Mihalczo $30, 6:00-7:30. NEW with Nancy Shedden and Kar- Class location! The Central Colen Bills, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. lective Sign up here: www. Needle felting, or sculpting with thecentralcollective.com. Before wool, is the art of creating 2-D turning to the drugstore for a or 3-D items with wool by using sleep medication, consider trying a barbed needle. In this class, a natural remedy instead. You participants will learn this fun will avoid potential side effects craft by making an adorable cause by over the counter mediSanta to give as a gift or add cations, and can rest assured to their Christmas décor. Karen of the safety of these natural Bills and Nancy Shedden be- solutions. Discover herbs well gan needle felting while their known for their sleep inducing children were raising and showing sheep in the Knox County 4-H Sheep Project. Karen’s and Nancy’s children are college graduates now and on their own. However, Nancy’s youngest daughter continues to raise prize winning Oxfords and keeps these artists with a steady supply of good needle-felting wool. Earlybird Cost: Register and pay by November 17 and the cost is $30 for Craft Center members, $40 for nonmembers. After November 17: $40 / $50. Materials fee: $15 payable at the class. NOTE: A multi-needle tool will be available for additional $10. Registration Deadline: November 29. All Levels. Sunday, December 13 Bread Basket, with Sheri Burns, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. In this class, students will make a bread basket for the holiday table with wrought iron handles. Expect to have a blast, and leave with your finished basket to wow your friends! Earlybird Cost: Register and pay before November 30: $25 for craft center members, $30 for nonmembers. After August 11: $35/$40. Materials fee: $15 to be paid to instructor the day of class. Registration deadline: December 6. Beginner. The Appalachian Arts Craft Center is a nonprofit center promoting traditional artists and crafts. The shop and class facility are located at 2716 Andersonville Highway
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111,111,111 x 111,111,111 = 12,345,678,987,654,321 (Continued from Page 54) Saturday , November 14 Pellissippi State Culinary Institute Student Culinary Presentation with Chef John Alunni $10, 10:30 – 12:00. Join Chef Alunni as his culinary students show off their skills in the herb farm kitchen. This is a great opportunity to learn about the culinary degree program offered at Pellissippi State College, and career opportunities in the culinary arts. Come sample their tasty dishes! On the Menu: Herb roasted turkey, dressing, gravy, and orange cranberry sauce Sautéed garlic ginger and herb acorn squash Warm cauliflower and herbed barley salad John Alunni’s culinary career as a chef spans from time in the US Army to some of the finest restaurants in the Pocono Mountains, including head chef at Caesars Resort. Saturday, November 21 Natural Body Care Formulas for Men, Demo/Class $30, 1:00-2:30. Ladies adore natural skin care, but it’s just not for women. Men
need non-toxic body care too. These formulas are convenient to use, effective, and crafted with earthy scents men enjoy. Guys need to protect and hydrate their skin, especially in the upcoming winter season. Learn to make shaving and other grooming products for men using natural, nourishing ingredients. These formulas make wonderful gifts for the men in your life! Students will see step by step demonstrations, enjoy samples and take home formulas/recipes. Closed Wednesday Nov. 25th Friday November 27th Saturday, November 28 Make it and Take it – Herbal Essence Lotion Candle (massage candle) $10 each, 10:00-3:00. Stop in anytime between 10:00 – 3:00 to make this fragrant, handson herbal project. Enjoy crafting this candle with nourishing skin care ingredients, and pure essential oils. Herbal essence lotion candles are lovely, aromatic gift to make for yourself or others. Come learn how! Maximum allowed per student - 3. Additional supplies
will be available to purchase. Thursday, December 3 Lavender Recipes for Body and Soul with Kathy Burke Mihalczo $30, 6:00-7:30. NEW Class location! The Central Collective Sign up here: www. thecentralcollective.com. Sooth your spirit and rejuvenate your skin with recipes made with ancient and beloved herb lavender. These botanical health and beauty formulas draw from Mother Earth’s wisdom in our quest for tranquility, beauty and health. Students will enjoy demonstrations, sampling, and take home lavender health and body care recipes. Erin’s Meadow is located at 132 England Dr, Clinton (Marlow Community) Phone is 4351452, www.erinsmeadowherbfarm.com. Clinch River Yarn Co. The Clinch River Yarn Company holds classes many days each month. Please go online to www. clinchriveryarns.com for a complete listing of times and dates for the classes above. Clinich River Yarn company is located at 725 N. Charles G. Seivers Boulevard in Clinton. Phone: 269-4528.
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Orchestra Saturday, November 14 Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony #6, Don’t miss the free concert on Saturday, November 14th with the Oak Ridge Community Orchestra (ORCO). It features the expressive sounds of nature from Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony #6, the exquisite In Nature’s Realm Overture by Dvořák, and the special L’Arlesienne Suite #1 by Bizet. That latter composition is all about the Girl from Arles. Georges Bizet wrote incidental music to accompany Alphonse Daudet’s play, L’Arlesienne, which opened at the Théâtre du Vaudeville, Paris, France on October 1, 1872, and closed after only 21 performances. In spite of the failure of the play, Bizet was able to rearrange some of the music into the popular L’Arlesienne Suite #1. The first movement
(Overture) begins with an energetic theme, borrowed from the traditional Christmas carol “March of the Kings”. After development through various sections of the orchestra towards a climax, the march fades, and is replaced by the saxophone theme associated with L’innocent, the brother of the hero, Frédéri.
The O v e r ture finishes with emotional and heroic lyrical themes representing Frédéri, himself. The second movement is a light and wistful Minuetto, which serves as an intermezzo to decelerate the listener for the dreamy and romantic 3 rd movement, the Adagietto. In the 4th movement (Carillon), the energetic pace returns with the French Horns mimicking church
bells. The audience is offered a brief respite, with a reprise of the dreamy music, before the French Horns return to close the composition with the Carillon motif. Ludwig van Beethoven’s 6th Symphony is unique in that it breaks with his usual symphonic style to emulate the sounds of nature. Perhaps, he was the pioneer who stimulated later symphonic composers to incorporate nature’s sounds into their compositions. The 6 th symphony also broke with tradition by including 5 movements instead of the standard 4, and eliminating any pause between the last three movements. This symphony premiered along with his famous 5 th Symphony in December 1808. Beethoven provided the notes right in the score to define the contents of each movement: 1) Awakening of cheerful feelings upon arrival in the countryside, 2) Scene by the brook, 3) Merry gathering of
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of nature in the ORCO concert. It is part of a “Nature, Life and Love” trilogy of overtures written by Dvořák, forming the first part: “Nature” (Op. 91). The other two parts of the trilogy are the Carnival Overture, Op. 92 (“Life”) and Othello, Op. 93 (“Love”). Compared to Beethoven, Dvořák paints nature with a much less rigid and more impressionistic brush. Dvořák has the style of a much later era. Yet, he is able to draw beautiful tones and expressions out of every instrument of
Cuba is the only island in the Caribbean to have a railroad. the orchestra, in a way that easily stimulates pleasurable images of nature in the listener’s mind. By the end of the overture, you will realize that Dvořák also managed to sneak bird calls into his music. To enjoy these compositions, join the concert on Saturday, November 14th at 2:00 pm in the Sanctuary of the First Baptist Church of Oak Ridge, on the corner of the Oak Ridge Turnpike and LaFayette Drive. Admission is free. But, modest donations at the door to support the orchestra’s routine operating expenses will be appreciated. The Oak Ridge Community Orchestra (ORCO) is a 501(c)3, non-profit, volunteer organization, performing under the baton of Conductor and Music Director, Marcel Urias. Anyone wishing to regularly participate in the orchestra is encouraged to contact the Personnel Manager, Cyndi Jeffers, at orcopersonnelmanager@gmail.com. Usually, we can accommodate additional string players, and occasionally there are openings in the brass, woodwind and percussion sections. The orchestra welcomes experienced musicians of all ages. For more information about the ORCO visit www.OakRidgeCommunityOrchestra.com.
Events November 9-15 “The Manhattan Project National Historical Park Week” Events , The Oak Ridge City Council designates the week of November 9-15, 2015 as “The Manhattan Project National Historical Park Week” Events Scheduled at Oak Ridge High School and Historic Jackson Square The City of Oak Ridge announced two community events to celebrate the establishment of the Manhattan Project National Historical Park. The legislation authorizing the Park was signed into law in December 2014, and designated sites in Oak Ridge, Los Alamos, New Mexico, and Hanford, Washington as a new three-site national park. The Park will be officially “established” on November 10th when Secretary of Interior Sally Jewell and
Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz meet in Washington, D.C. to sign a Memorandum of Agreement outlining the roles and responsibilities of the respective agencies in managing and interpreting the assets of the Park. Mayor Warren Gooch, City Manager Mark Watson, and Superintendent of Schools Bruce Borchers will join several other community leaders to represent the City of Oak Ridge at the signing ceremony. On Thursday, November 12th, two
events in Oak Ridge will commemorate the establishment of the new Park. A community celebration with be held at the Oak Ridge High School auditorium beginning at 2:00 p.m. Federal, state, and local officials, including, representatives from the National Park Service and the U.S. Department of Energy, will participate in the program. The Oak Ridge High School Choir will perform a selection of Americana music. The event
is open to the public. “This is a special day of recognition not only for the City of Oak Ridge, but for all Tennesseans who served our nation during World War II,” said Oak Ridge Mayor Warren Gooch. “I encourage everyone to come out and join in the event to acknowledge the designation of this unique national park, and Oak Ridge’s significant contributions to American and world history.” The second event will take place at 4:00 p.m. at Historic Jackson Square. The Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting at the new Fountain, followed by a “Community Photo” to commemorate the day. “We are hoping to generate a large crowd to recreate the iconic Ed Westcott photo taken at the end of the war,” said Oak Ridge City Manager Mark Watson. “Our community worked for nearly a decade on the Park project to help preserve the history of the Manhattan Project. The photo will be a remembrance of this special day that the community can view for years to come.” Secret City Soiree - On Saturday, November 14th from 5:00 to 9:00, Jackson Square Merchants and the staff at Alexander Guest House invite you to join them in their celebration of the establishment of the Manhattan Project National Park. It will be a festive event recreating the looks, sounds, and feelings of the 1940’s. Wear your 1940’s attire or come as your favorite person of the 1940’s for an evening at Jackson Square filled with music, swing dancing, and food. Educational exhibits from Y-12 and K-25, and the Children’s Museum will be there for the viewing and kids will get a taste of what growing up in the 40’s was like with games that were popular at the time. And everyone will get a look at the fashions of the day from clothing to hairstyles. Attendants are invited to shop, and view the displays of antique collections from the 1930’s and 40’s. Across from Jackson Square, the newly refurbished Alexander Guest House will be open for tours and at 5:30 and 7:30, viewings of local filmmaker, Keith McDaniel’s “Secret City: The Oak Ridge Story” will be shown
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You can lead a cow upstairs but not downstairs. (Continued from Page 56) in the cafeteria. The showings are first come, first serve as there will be limited seating. Jackson Square is located off Broadway and Madison in Oak Ridge. The Alexander Guest House is located across the street on Broadway. Call Linda Johnston at Through the Looking Glass at (865) 335-5614 for more information. For more info about the City of Oak Ridge, please visit the website at www. oakridgetn.gov. Media contact: Candice Brogan at (865) 4253546 or cbrogan@oakridgetn. gov. Saturday, November 14 Gallery of Holiday Shops, The twentieth annual Gallery of Holiday Shops sponsored by the Oak Ridge Art Center will be Saturday, November 14, from 9-4 at the Art Center facility on Badger Avenue. Just in time for the holiday season, this annual event will offer guests an opportunity to access the one-of-a-kind creations of over 40 regional artists and artisans in a variety of media. The arts and crafts items for sale will
vary widely in style, technique, materials used, and price, but they have one thing in common: they are all hand-made. There is no admission fee, and proceeds from the artists’ sales will benefit both the artists and the Art Center. For those trying to buy local, this is the perfect opportunity to find truly creative solutions. The 2015 exhibitors represent a wide variety of unique items to beautify one’s own space or for gifting in the holiday season. Among the exhibitors are jewelry artists Kathy Bradley, Shirley Diemer, Nikki Ferrara, Marianne Gansley, Judy Kidd, Trish Lankford, Kris Light, Charles Osten, Karen Plum, and Ruth Prince. Silver, bronze, copper and beaded selections will all be available. Techniques range from beading and bead weaving to silver and copper smithing to precious metal clay. Marianne Gansley, will return with jewelry composed of buttons – some
Visions Magazine, November 2015, Page 57 antique, some newer. Nikki Ferrara will have beaded ornaments and other accessories for holiday decorating. Local potters represented will include Bill Capshaw, Carol Donath, Len and
Hele n Fuller, LeJean Hardin, Linda Mabry, and the Mama’s Gone To Pot crew – Kathleen Alexander, Janet Brudecki, and Audrey Wilson. Their wares will include handy kitchen and food safe items to unusual raku or crystalline ware that can add dazzle to any space. Fiber artists will include Judy Davis, Gloria Felter, Shereen Franklin, and Peggy Whitted. From beautiful hand spun fibers perfect for anyone who likes to make their own to “wearables” like scarves and hats, to tableware or quilted items, these artists will offer a wealth of “software.” Specialty cards for both the holidays and for use throughout the year will be offered by paper artist, Mickie Loosli, and photographers, Kris Light and Mike Naney. While Mr. Naney and Ms. Light will have photographs, cards and other items such as bookmarks, Ms. Loosli will have all sorts of papercraft items and charming small gifts to tuck into a coat pocket, open purse flap, or the hand of a friend – like her adorable tiny cards carrying hand sanitizer and “snowman poop”. Soap makers will include Becky and Lizabeth Van Cleave and Gabriella Solomon-Henry. Natural elements and wonderful scents make these usable items welcome “teacher’s” or “office” gifts. Ms. Solomon Henry will also have whimsical handmade dolls to appeal to all ages. Other crafters will include wood artists, Barbara and Hugh Webb; basket weavers Judy and Virgil Davis. Mary Gallaher will have a variety of soy candles to help cast
a warm glow anywhere you might need one. In addition, she will have a variety of special baskets filled with a variety of products for gifting. While some of the items available in the show will be great ornaments for the holidays, others will add sparkle to your life year round. Several booths will represent multiple artists with a great variety of wonderful items to delight guests. All have unbelievable ideas and distinctive, original pieces and items in all price ranges can be found. From the youngest on your holiday list to the oldest, there will be something wonder-
ful. All the artists will be on hand to discuss their work with customers and several will be demonstrating throughout the day. Browsing at the Holiday Shops provides potential customers with the opportunity to chat with the artists, find out more about their techniques and inspirations, and establish a personal connection. “Many people are thinking more about issues that extend beyond what size or color gift to buy,” said Leah Marcum-Estes, director of the Art Center. “They are selecting items with a more personal touch and often that have stories and
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You can lead a cow upstairs but not downstairs. (Continued from Page 57) meaning. Some people are making the conscious choice to buy locally when possible, and they are thrilled to be able to buy gifts for people on their lists that are made by someone here in East Tennessee, instead of at a factory somewhere on the other side of the world. Not only are they supporting their local community, but they’re being ‘green’ at the same time! And, of course, they’re getting something that’s hand-made and one-of-a-kind.” In addition to the arts and crafts, home-made food will be available as well as the Gallery of Holiday Shops Bake Sale. With items ranging from breads and appetizers to desserts, the timing is perfect for Thanksgiving. Many items can be put in the freezer and used during the December holidays, too. “Some people return every year to buy fudge or cookies from us; sometimes for a hostess gift, sometimes for entertaining, sometimes for a private stash. Some look forward to our bake sale because they simply do not have the time or desire to bake themselves, but want the taste of home for their holiday,” said Marcum-Estes. “It’s another way the Art Center can make your holiday to-do list a little shorter.” The Art Center’s Stumbo’s Jumbos Café will sell chili dogs and Barb’s Que sandwiches and drinks to those who want to have a snack or lunch while at the Art Center. Individual desserts from the bake sale will also be available for dessert or to share with friends over a cup of coffee. The Art Center is located at 201 Badger Avenue behind the Civic Center and near the Museum of Science Energy Museum. For information about the event call 482-1441, drop by the Art Center, or visit the Art Center’s website: www.oakridgeartcenter.org or FaceBook page. It is a private, not-for-profit regional fine arts center and museum providing visual arts experiences and education to Oak Ridge and the surrounding area. The (Oak Ridge) Art Center is sponsored in part by the Tennessee General Assembly via a grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission. Call the Art Center at (865) 482-1441 for more information about the Gallery of Holiday Shops or any other events, shows, or classes at the Art Center.
Saturday, November 14 21st Annual Holiday Gala, Girls Inc. will be kicking off holiday season this year at the Double Tree Hotel with a night full of dancing, delicious food and incredible auction items. The 21st Annual Holiday Gala for the Girls, Parade of Trees- the premier event of the season- will be held Saturday, November 14th beginning at 6:30pm, to benefit Girls Incorporated of Oak Ridge. Soul Candy and the Traffic Jam will help all of our guests dance the night away and kick off our Simply Southern Holiday season! You can savor a delicious southern style dinner including open bar! Highlighting this evening is always the Live Auction. Bear Stephenson, auctioneer extraordinaire, with Stephenson Realty & Auction in Clinton, will be showcasing a number of exciting items and getaway packages including a two night stay in beautiful Stowe, Vermont, a package getaway to the incredible Primland Resort in Virginia- currently rated #5 in the country and a special package donated by Pinehurst in North Carolina! We will feature beautiful antique furniture, group dinner packages and a special surprise for guests to enjoy! In addition, our silent auction will include crafted theme baskets donated by over 15 local organizations and individuals that include Family Game Night, Wine Night Out, Breakfast in Bed and many more! Pick yourself a basket full of hand selected gourmet goodies or have those Holiday presents ready for friends and family! Already on board as sponsors at the Diamond Level is Big Ed’s Pizza; Sapphire Level are Eagle Bend Manufacturing and David Moses; at the Ruby Level, Advanced Management, Inc, Restoration Services, Inc, Steve and Shirley Cates, Dr. Jean-Francois and Donna Reat; at the Pearl Level Enrichment Federal Credit Union, Spectra Tech, Martin
& Jane Grossbeck, Kramer & Rayson LLP, Terry and Betty Anne Domm. Donna Reat, this year’s event chairman, stated support in the form of many levels of sponsorships are always welcome and will be recognized in our programs, during the evening and through publicity. Tickets for this spectacular evening are available in advance for $70.00 per person from Girls Inc. or on our website: www. girlsincoakridge.org. Tickets at the door will be $75.00 per person. For more information, call Girls Inc. at 865-482-4475 Girls Inc. of Oak Ridge is a United Way funded agency and works with more than 600 girls annually in Anderson and Roane Counties. Girls Inc. offers center-based and outreach programming to girls 5 to 18 years old in our after school, summer camp and sports programs. Girls Inc. provides more than 40% of its participating girls with need-based scholarships and
assistance. Girls Inc. of Oak Ridge strives to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold! For more information you can contact Girls Inc., 865-4824475, or visit its website at: www.girlsincoakridge.org. Beginning Thursday, Nov. 12 ORHS Masquers Present; Harvey Oak Ridge High School Mas-
quers, the school’s drama program, will present Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Harvey for three performances in November. The performances are scheduled for Thursday, November 12 at 7p.m., and Saturday, March 14 at 7p.m., and Sunday, March 15 at 2p.m., at the Oak Ridge Performing Arts Center (ORPAC). Harvey is the story of
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a fantastic cast of student actors. tickets will be $7 and $8 for adults. Under the direction of Joseph Elwood P. Dowd and his invisible, Self, who has appeared in, direct- Saturday, November 21 six-foot-tall rabbit named Harvey. ed, or managed over 300 stage Secret City Half Marathon & 5K, The Secret City Half Marathon & 5K has grown into one of the largest athletic events in Oak Ridge. A field of an estimated 500 runners and walkers will participate when the race celebrates its seventh anniversary on Saturday, November 21, 2015. “This year we have totally revamped the event and we think participants are going to really enjoy the changes,” says Lisa Kendall, race director for the half marathon and 5K races and Event Sales Manager for the Oak Ridge Convention and Visitors Bureau. In the past the event was held over two days but that is down to one day with both races starting just fifteen minutes apart. The previous ‘double loop’ half marathon route is gone replaced with a route that starts When Elwood’s sister Veta tries to productions, and is the Technical and finishes on the Melton Lake have him committed to the local Director of ORPAC, Harvey offers peninsula and includes Union mental hospital, the doctors com- comic entertainment for the entire Valley Road; home to the Rogers mit Veta instead and mad-capped family. Advance tickets are $6 and Group who is the presenting hilarity ensues. Come “see” the available at the ORHS office and sponsor of this year’s event. best dressed rabbit in town and The Ferrell Shop. At the door, “We are thrilled that the Roger’s Group gave us permission to route the race down their private road and by their quarry. It’s a very scenic route that will be new to many Oak Ridgers as well,” Kendall added.This year’s event will also include a Health and Wellness Tent sponsored by Methodist Medical Center staffed with local physician groups offering complimentary exams. Physician groups participating and example of valuable services offered: Parkway Cardiology (instant cholesterol checks), Tennessee Orthopaedic Clinics (orthopaedic injury evaluations), Tennessee Urology Associates (vouchers passed out for free PSA testing), and Dermatology Associates of Oak Ridge (skin cancer checks). The public is invited to come out and take advantage of the complementary exams and services offered. The Health and Wellness Tent will be open to the public from 8:30AM – 1PM. Enjoy music courtesy of sponsor WNOX. B & B Bar-BQ will be serving up some fantastic breakfast/lunch fare with a beer garden as well! Additionally, various local organizations are being supported in
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their fundraising efforts so come on out and show your community support! Volunteer positions are still available that require no experience; just a willingness to help! Go to www. SecretCityHalfMarathon.com for event details, participant signups, and volunteer signups. For more information call 865482-7821.
Sat. & Sun., Nov. 21 & 22 Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker”, The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association will present the opening production of their 52nd Season with Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” on November 21 st and 22nd. Professional guest artists from the Georgia Ballet will perform as Snow King and Queen and Sugar Plum
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artists from The Georgia Ballet as the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier, as well as the Snow King and Queen. The Saturday afternoon Matinee performance does not include the professional guest artists. The performance is a bit shorter than the Featured Performances and can be a good option for families with very young children.All shows are at the Performing Arts Center located in Oak Ridge High School, which is a fantastic venue and truly an asset to the community. ORCBA ‘s Ballet with a Heart program will provide complimentary tickets to lower income and at risk students and their families that genuinely would not otherwise have the opportunity to attend a ballet performance. Groups that work with families that may qualify should contact Wendie Aurin at WendieAurin@gmail. com for more information. Purchased tickets for “The Nutcracker” will also include a voucher for free admission to ORCBA’s Spring 2016 performance. Final details for the Spring performance will be posted on their website as they are available. Dancers interested in participating in future productions should also visit the website. Auditions for the spring production will be in January. There is no cost to audition. There is
a nominal production fee to participate in the show after parts are assigned. Auditions are open to dancers age 6 and up. ORCBA’s goal is to provide a clean, safe, fun, professional environment for dancers of all abilities and ages to perform before a live audience. ORCBA is also a recognized IRS 501(c)3 charitable organization, so donations are tax deductible. Please contact, Wendie Aurin, ORCBA President, at WendieAurin@gmail. com for more information on sponsorship opportunities.
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Music (See Also Community Orchestra & ORCMA headings)
ORCMA Saturday, November 15 Guitarist David Burgess in a solo recital. The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association is pleased to present guitarist David Burgess in a solo recital on Saturday, November 15, 2015 at 3:00 PM at the Pollard Auditorium in Oak Ridge. Hailed by the Washington Post for his “impressive technique and fine sense of style,” David Burgess is recognized as one of today’s outstanding guitarists, appearing internationally as a soloist and chamber musician. First prize winner in the Andrés Segovia Fellowship Competition in New York City, Mr. Burgess has also won top honors in the Ponce International Competition in Mexico City, the Guitar ‘81 Competition in Toronto and the 31st International Music Competition in Munich. Through his extensive travels in both Spain and Latin America, Mr. Burgess has explored traditional guitar styles, along with many popular and folkloric types of music. He has acquired one of the largest collections of Latin American guitar music in the U.S., from which he often draws interesting and unusual works for his programs. The concert will include music by Bach and Diabelli, as well as music from Spanish and Latin American composers, including
is made possible by the generous support of Richard and Carolyn Korsmeyer. Additional support comes from the Tennessee Arts Commission and WUOT 91.9 FM. The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association presents professional performances in the Oak Ridge community with its symphony, chorus, and chamber music series. Subscription and individual tickets may be purchased online at www.ORCMA.org or by calling
(865) 483-5569.
Saturday, November 21 Baroque to Modern, The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association is pleased to present the Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra, led by Maestro Dan Allcott, in an intimate performance featuring composers from the Baroque to Modern, Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 7:30 PM at the First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge. The concert will open with Telemann’s Don Quixote Suite, which features the string section in this light-hearted tribute to Miguel de Cervantes’ novel Don Quixote. Moving into the 20th century, the orchestra will perform Stravinsky’s Pulcinella Suite. Originally composed as a ballet with costumes and scenery designed by Pablo Picasso, the music continues to be popular among audiences in its concert form. The concert concludes with Tchaikovsky’s stirring and uplifting Serenade for Strings. The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association offers free admission for students 18 & under to all Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra and Chorus performances. Tickets for adults are $25 and young adults, ages 19-29, are just $10. Support for the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association is provided by the Tennessee Arts Commission and WUOT FM 91.9. The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association presents
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ing equipment. Owning instead of renting will definitely reduce professional performances in the the expenses for upcomOak Ridge community with its Saturday, November 7 ing shows and will enable symphony, chorus, and chamber Norris Got Talent, Mark your us to continue to provide music series. Subscription and calendars for an evening of mu- quality entertainment to individual tickets may be pur- sic and fun brought to you by the our community. Any and chased online at www.ORCMA. Norris Little Theatre November 7 all donations are alorg or by calling (865) 483-5569. at 7pm. “Norris Got Talent” will ways welcomed. And showcase a parade of friends don’t forget, those and neighbors from Norris and the donations are tax surrounding area who definitely deductible. We look have talent! Tickets are $10 per forward to watching you person and are now on sale at smile, hearing you laugh and Saturday Tennis Every Saturday of the year, there the Norris City Office. There will sing along with us as we prove is an informal drop-in doubles be some tickets available at the once again that “Norris Got Taltennis match at the Jackson door, but don’t wait until the last ent”. The festivities begin at 7 Square tennis courts on Broad- minute because seating is limited. PM, Saturday night, November way Avenue in Oak Ridge. They Elaine Myers, Managing Director 7 at the Museum of Appalachia meet at 1:30pm in the winter and of the Museum of Appalachia, auditorium. If you live in or near 9am in the summer. Ask for the has graciously offered the use Norris and need transportation to Coordinator when you arrive and of their stage in the auditorium and from the show call 865-617you will be matched up with play- behind the museum gift shop for 4791, and we will see that you ers of similar playing ability. If the Saturday night show. During don’t miss out on the fun. cancelled due to bad weather, a intermission, delicious desserts See you there! make-up match occurs on Sun- and other treats will be available Thursday, day at 1:30pm. Questions? Call from the Museum’s kitchen. All Beginning proceeds from the show will be Nov. 12 Rangan at 474-0519. funneled back into the theater ORHS Masquers Present; Harcoffers to help fund future pro- vey Oak Ridge High School Masductions for our community. Our quers, the school’s drama procurrent goal is to raise sufficient gram, will present Mary Chase’s funds to purchase our own light- Pulitzer Prize-winning play Harvey for three performances in November. The performances are scheduled for Thursday, November 12 at 7p.m., and Saturday, March 14 at 7p.m., and Sunday, March 15 at 2p.m., at the Oak Ridge Performing Arts Center (ORPAC). Harvey is the story of Elwood P. Dowd and his invisible, six-foot-tall rabbit named Harvey. When Elwood’s sister Veta tries to have him committed to the local mental hospital, the doctors commit Veta instead and mad-capped hilarity ensues. Come “see” the best dressed rabbit in town and a fantastic cast of student actors. Under the direction of Joseph Self, who has appeared in, directed, or managed over 300 stage productions, and is the Technical Director of ORPAC, Harvey offers comic entertainment for the entire family. Advance tickets are $6 and available at the ORHS office and The Ferrell Shop. At the door, tickets will be $7 and $8 for adults.
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November 20 - December 6 The Christmas Story - The Musical. The Oak Ridge Playhouse presents The Adventures of The Christmas Story - The Musical. Based on the movie classic, the musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie and his quest for the Holy
Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action air rifle. Set in the 1940s Midwest, Ralphie plots numerous schemes to fulfill his desire for the cov-eted BB gun only to be constantly rebuffed with echoes of “You’ll shoot your eye out!” With tongues stuck to frozen flagpoles; Christmas at the Chinese restaurant; and the “major award,” all the iconic scenes from the film are here, along with exciting new treats for both long-time fans of the film as well as those encountering this delightful coming of age tale for the first time. For tickets, go online to www.orplayhouse.com. Saturday, December 19 Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL, 7:30. Playing 18 characters on a bare stage, veteran actor Mark Cabus brings to the Playhouse his acclaimed one-
man stage version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale of transformation and redemption. Kevin Nance, former theatre critic for The Tennessean wrote, “Cabus delivers a tour de force, acting out all the parts in Charles Dickens’ Holiday classic and making it seem as if that’s the only way it should be done.” This special one-night-only performance event is “one of the smallest yet most sensational shows of the year. Don’t miss it.” For tickets, go online to www.orplayhouse. com. The Community Calender is a Free Service of our publication and is open to a variety of FREE events in Anderson County. Events that have a charge will be published at the determination of the publisher. Deadline ti submit a calendar listing is the 20th of each month for the following month’s publication. Please email your formated calendar event to Chris@acvisionsmag.com.
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