City of Knoxville - Office of Neighborhood Empowerment

08/25/2026

Hi Neighbors!

Here is the link to this week's newsletter: https://bit.ly/NeighborlyNotice-2026-08-25

If you have trouble accessing the newsletter through that link, try viewing it on the website by clicking here: https://www.knoxvilletn.gov/government/city_departments_offices/neighborhoods/the_neighborly_notice_newsletter -75f2cef64aaacd0d2d54d5883416b127

Below are this week's topics:

1. No Newsletter Next Week
2. Neighborhood Resource Fair is this Week
3. City Announces Labor Day Closures
4. Register for ONE Grant Workshops
5. City Now Accepting NAC Applications
6. City Council Announces Workshop
7. Better Building Board & Public Officer Hearing are Next Week
8. City Seeks Crossing Guards for the 2026–2027 School Year
9. KEMA to Offer Community Emergency Response Training
10. Stormwater Engineering Seeks Input
11. City Hosts Hill Ave Engagement Block Party
12. What’s Next Knoxville?
13. Planning Commission Posts Preliminary Agenda
14. CareCuts Hosts Golf Tournament
15. KBG invites Community to a Free Night of the Knoxville Symphony
16. United Way Kicks Off Annual Campaign
17. KCHD Offers Diabetes Management Series
18. Trees Knoxville Provides Volunteer Forester Classes
19. AmeriCorps Seniors Host 9/11 Day of Service
20. Save the Date: KKB East Knox Clean-up Coming
21. Bike Walk Knoxville Offers Friendly Driver Program
22. Knoxville Neighborhoods Calendar (click link for online calendar) https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=a25veHZpbGxldG5uZWlnaGJvcmhvb2RzQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ

Have a wonderful day!

08/24/2026

Missed the registration deadline for the Neighborhood Resource Fair? Don't worry, you can still join us!

Watch this short video to learn more about the upcoming Neighborhood Resource Fair and the many resources, services, and connections available to neighborhood leaders and residents. 🎥
https://youtu.be/-kcxULcS0ds?si=nIlPPYqUh7xjFmWu
Advance registration is now closed, but on-site registration will be available the day of the event, so there's still time to participate.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

08/20/2026

Thanks to Knoxville - Knox County Community Action Committee for sharing the Neighborhood Resource Fair flyer. See you there!

📍 CAC will be at the City of Knoxville’s Neighborhood Resource Fair!

Join us Saturday, August 29, from 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at the World’s Fair Exhibition Hall and connect with CAC and other local organizations offering helpful community services and resources. The event is free and will also include free food and opportunities to win door prizes.

Stop by and see CAC while you’re there—we’d love to connect with you and share more about the programs and services available to our community!

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 World’s Fair Exhibition Hall, 935 World’s Fair Park Dr.

Registration is encouraged, and preregistering with the QR code on the flyer earns extra door prize tickets!

08/20/2026

What's in store at the 2026 Neighborhood Resource Fair? Great information, resources and conversations that will help you and your family make the most out of living in Knoxville. Register in advance for bonus door prize tickets and vouchers for free lunch! Link in top comment.

08/18/2026

Hi Neighbors!

Here is the link to this week's newsletter: https://bit.ly/NeighborlyNotice-2026-08-18

If you have trouble accessing the newsletter through that link, try viewing it on the website by clicking here:https://www.knoxvilletn.gov/UserFiles/Servers/Server_109478/File/Neighborhoods/News/2026/Advisory-2026-08-18.pdf

Below are this week's topics:

1. Alanna McKissack Shares About Time on NAC
2. Triple Your Chances to Win at the Neighborhood Resource Fair!
3. ONE Grants are Back!
4 Final Stormwater Discussions this Week
5. City Seeks Neighborhood Leaders for Neighborhood Advisory Council
6. BBB and POH Are Scheduled for Next Week
7. City Celebrates National Night Out on Oct. 6
8. AmeriCorps Seniors Hosts 9/11 Day of Service
9. Make an Impact Behind the Scenes with KKB
10. Bike Walk Knoxville Offers Friendly Driver Classes
11. Take Charge of Your Health with Free Diabetes Management Classes
12. Knoxville Neighborhoods Calendar (click link for online calendar)

Have a wonderful day!

08/17/2026

Neighbors! The City's Stormwater Engineering department seeks your feedback on flooding in your yards, streets and surrounding areas to add to the information they received in a system analysis. Two more public meetings are planned for Aug. 17 and 20. Send someone from your neighborhood group or street to share information and learn more. You can also share this link to a survey at https://www.KnoxvilleTN.gov/stormwater

08/15/2026

We're only TWO WEEKS away from the 2026 Neighborhood Resource Fair. Have you RSVPed and shared with your favorite neighbor? (photo of puppy from Humane Society, Tennessee Valley to feed the algorithm.) Link in top comment.

08/14/2026

Did you know that the City maintains an online calendar of public meetings, special events and activities in City parks? Plan your week of civic engagement and weekend fun by visiting https://www.KnoxvilleTN.gov/calendar

08/14/2026

This Sunday, Aug. 16 on Market Square!

🌍✨ Save the Date! ✨🌍
Join us on August 16 for a beautiful celebration of cultures, traditions, music, dance, food, and community! ❤️
Our festival is all about bringing people together through the beauty and diversity of cultures.
🎶 Live performances
👘 Traditional clothing
🍴 International food
💃 Music & dance
🎨 Family-friendly activities

If you would like to become a vendor or perform on stage as an artist, please contact Diana Tati - spots are limited! 🌟

Come celebrate unity, friendship, and culture with us! More details coming soon.