The Neighborly Notice - Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Debbie Helsley
Vol. 18, No. 22– Tuesday, June 10, 2025
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1. Cumberland Estates Neighborhood Yard Sale is Rescheduled
2. Town Hall East Hosts Candidate Forum
3. NAC Meets Tomorrow
4. Free Events Offered for Community "Day of Play"
5. Get Ready and Save the Date: Neighborhood Resource Fair
6. Board of Zoning Appeals Is Next Tuesday
7. Historic Zoning Commission Meets Next Week
8. Mayor Signs Mayor’s Monarch Pledge
9. Knoxville Neighborhoods Calendar (click link for online calendar)
1. Cumberland Estates Neighborhood Yard Sale is Rescheduled
Cumberland Estates West Neighborhood Watch has rescheduled their annual yard sale to next Saturday, June 14, from 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Dozens of homes participate in this sale with lots of home goods, garden\yard equipment, collectibles, furniture, and just about anything else you can imagine. Signs will be posted along the main roads to direct you to the sales. The neighborhood is located behind the Cumberland Estates Shopping Center at 5737 Western Ave.
Cumberland Estates is a residential neighborhood known for its innovative architectural designs and its role in “research housing” during the mid-20th century.
Many homes in Cumberland Estates reflect the popular mid-century modern style, showcasing sleek designs and functional layouts, and the neighborhood exemplifies how planned communities evolved to meet the housing needs of a growing population.
2. Town Hall East Hosts Candidate Forum
Town Hall East will host a Candidate Forum on Monday, June 23, for the candidates running for Knoxville City Council in the two districts included in the Town Hall East boundaries, District 4 and District 6. The location will be Rust Fellowship Hall behind Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 4904 Asheville Hwy.
Since voting in the August 26 election will be strictly by district, they have separated the forum into two sessions. The session for District 4 will begin at 7 p.m., and the session for District 6 will begin at 8 p.m.
All three candidates from District 4 and four of the five candidates from District 6 have indicated they will participate.
They hope that residents in these districts will attend and learn more about the candidates to make an informed decision.
3. NAC Meets Tomorrow
The Neighborhood Advisory Council (NAC) will meet tomorrow, June 11, from 4:30-6 p.m. in the Community Room of the Public Works Building, 3131 Morris Ave.
NAC members will hear from Mayor Kincannon about the proposed local option sales tax.
Consisting of neighborhood leaders from around the city, the NAC serves in an advisory and partnership capacity to:
- Give advice and feedback on the programs and policies of the Office of Neighborhood Empowerment,
- Bring neighborhood issues and concerns to the attention of the Mayor and City Administration,
- Propose responses and solutions to the Administration to address these concerns; and
- Serve as a sounding board for city initiatives and proposals affecting neighborhoods.
The NAC advises only to the Mayor and the City Administration and does not adviseCity Council or other appointed bodies. All are welcome to attend.
The City of Knoxville ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services.
To request language translation services, contact the City’s Human Resources Department at tit...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-3100. For disability accommodations, contact City ADA Coordinator Stephanie Brewer Cook at sc...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-2034 at least 72 hours before the meeting.
4. Free Events Offered for Community "Day of Play"
Legacy Parks Foundation, Knox County, and the City of Knoxville will celebrate the International Day of Play on Wednesday, June 11, with free, family-friendly activities in parks across Knoxville and Knox County.
Events will take place at these locations and times:
For Children:
Carl Cowan Park from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at 10058 S Northshore Dr.
- Splash pad
- Face painting
- Sno-cones
- Guided nature walk
- Activities and games
Safety City from 10 a.m-1 p.m. at 165 S Concord St.
- Bring your own bike and experience Safety City!
- Games
- Hands-on crafts and activities
Beverly Park from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. at 5321 Beverly Park Cir.
- Encouraging play between seniors and children
- Bubble play with The Muse
- CPR demonstrations and movement activities with the American Heart Association
- Girl Scouts
- Equipment demonstrations led by Functional Pathways
- Music and Motions activity with Hillcrest Healthcare
- Face painting
There’s fun for adults too!
Carl Cowan Park from 6-8 p.m. at 10058 S Northshore Dr.
- Pickleball instruction
- 3-point basketball competition
- Grass volleyball
- Yoga/Meditation
- Axe throwing
- Cornhole
- Food trucks
Edgewood Park at 6 p.m. at 2916 Ocoee Trail
Yoga with Nora Vines
Suttree Landing at 6 p.m. at 1001 Waterfront Dr. SE
Yoga with Dimara Carberry-Beattie
West Hills Park at 6:30 p.m. at 7624 Sheffield Dr.
Guided walk with Knox Girls Who Walk
The International Day of Play is a global celebration of something truly powerful — play! It's a reminder that play isn't just about having fun — it's a fundamental part of every child's growth, learning, and well-being.
Play helps children develop social skills, build resilience, explore creativity, and gain confidence. Through play, kids learn to navigate relationships, tackle challenges, and discover who they are — all while preparing to thrive in a fast-changing world.
For more information and updates, visit legacyparks.org/day-of-play.
5. Get Ready and Save the Date: Neighborhood Resource Fair
Guess what’s back, back again?! The Office of Neighborhood Empowerment is gearing up for the Neighborhood Resource Fair!
We are excited to announce that the Neighborhood Resource Fair will be held on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Jacob Building in Chilhowee Park, 401 Lakeside St. We will have over 90 booths consisting of City and County offices, non-profit organizations, and local service providers to showcase resources available to Knoxville neighborhoods.
There will be free food, music, and lots of swag. This year we plan to have some amazing performances and exhibitions for you to enjoy. We will also have the always popular door prizes.
Mark your calendar so you don’t miss this high energy event that helps build community, connections, and networks. Registration is coming soon.
6. Board of Zoning Appeals Is Next Tuesday
The Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) will hear properties next Tuesday, June 17, at 4 p.m. in the Small Assembly Room of the City County Building, 400 Main St.
Please check the City’s website for addresses on the agenda for this month.
If you or a neighbor would like to speak about any of these properties, please be sure to sign in on the sign-in sheet that will be on the table as you enter the room.
There is a Zoom attendance option available upon request. If you need to request a link, please contact Jeff Herriott at jher...@knoxvilletn.gov before noon on the day of the meeting.
The City of Knoxville ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services.
To request language translation services, contact the City’s Human Resources Department at tit...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-3100. For disability accommodations, contact City ADA Coordinator Stephanie Brewer Cook at sc...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-2034 at least 72 hours before the meeting.
7. Historic Zoning Commission Meets Next Week
The Historic Zoning Commission (HZC) meets on Wednesday, June 18, at 8:30 a.m., in the Small Assembly Room of the City County Building, 400 Main St.
Please check Knoxville Knox County Planning’s website for the City’s HZC’s agenda items and addresses for this month.
The HZC collaborates with developers to preserve historic sites and integrate historic facilities into broader planning efforts. The commission reviews applications for building permits for construction or demolition within a designated historic zone. The commission also advocates for changes to state, local, and federal laws affecting historic sites.
For more information, please visit the Knoxville Knox County Planning website.
The City of Knoxville ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services.
To request language translation services, contact the City’s Human Resources Department at tit...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-3100. For disability accommodations, contact City ADA Coordinator Stephanie Brewer Cook at sc...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-2034 at least 72 hours before the meeting.
8. Mayor Signs Mayor’s Monarch Pledge
Knoxville’s Mayor, Indya Kincannon, has signed the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge to help protect the monarch butterfly.
City staff will be working collaboratively to create spaces for the monarch butterfly to feed, live, and stop off while migrating north or south.
City staff are working on three goals at this time. The Public Service Department has created a pilot meadow with plants that the monarch butterfly needs to survive. The Office of Neighborhood Empowerment will be engaging with neighborhood groups, HOAs, etc., to identify opportunities to plant monarch gardens. We also worked collaboratively to create guidelines for a natural landscape if you want to promote monarchs and other pollinators in your garden. See our website for these guidelines.
If your neighborhood is interested in creating a monarch garden, please let us know by contacting Debbie Sharp at dsh...@knoxvilletn.gov.
9. Knoxville Neighborhoods Calendar (click link for online calendar)
To add your neighborhood event or meeting to the Google calendar, call 865-215-3232.
Other Calendars
Additional online calendars that cover events outside the neighborhood realm include:
- Arts & Culture Alliance (There’s More to Knoxville)
- Arts & Fine Crafts Center Classes (City of Knoxville)
- City of Knoxville General Calendar
- Parks and Rec Community Programming
The City of Knoxville requires a permit to operate a short-term rental property. Details and a list of short-term rental permits are located on the City’s website here.
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