Community Calendar

WaterWays announcing the start of our summer water quality testing initiative, including results from this week’s first round of testing. Over the next eight weeks, WaterWays will monitor local waterways and share timely updates to help keep the community informed about current water conditions, potential concerns, and the importance of protecting our shared water resources. We would appreciate your help sharing this information with the public and highlighting the ongoing work being done to support clean, safe, and healthy waterways across our region.
Thank you for your time and consideration.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EHwsEjLzMCrzMjNQDarLPrB5oSFzn7hLIZpt8pQLrnc/edit?usp=drivesdk

WaterWays announcing the start of our summer water quality testing initiative, including results from this week’s first round of testing. Over the next eight weeks, WaterWays will monitor local waterways and share timely updates to help keep the community informed about current water conditions, potential concerns, and the importance of protecting our shared water resources. We would appreciate your help sharing this information with the public and highlighting the ongoing work being done to support clean, safe, and healthy waterways across our region.
Thank you for your time and consideration.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EHwsEjLzMCrzMjNQDarLPrB5oSFzn7hLIZpt8pQLrnc/edit?usp=drivesdk

St. Mark A.M.E. Church, in partnership with the local community, will host its official Kick-off Fundraiser to Rebuild St. Mark on Saturday, August 29, 2026. The community fish fry will begin at 12:00 PM (Noon) and run until sold out at the McMinn Senior Activity Center, located at 205 McMinn Avenue in Athens.

Two years ago, a tragic fire destroyed the beloved St. Mark A.M.E. Church building. Since that devastating loss, the congregation and community members have remained resilient, continuing to gather and plan for the future. This fish fry marks the formal launch of the capital campaign dedicated to raising the necessary funds to rebuild the church home.

"St. Mark A.M.E. Church has been a sanctuary, a pillar of faith, and a place of community support in Athens for generations," said organizers. "While the fire destroyed our physical building, it could never destroy our faith or our spirit. This fish fry is our first big step toward raising the walls of St. Mark once again, and we invite the entire McMinn County community to come out, enjoy a hot meal, and stand with us as we rebuild."

Event Details:

What: St. Mark A.M.E. Church Rebuilding Kick-off Fish Fry

When: Saturday, August 29, 2026 | Begins at 12:00 PM (Noon) until sold out

Where: McMinn Senior Activity Center, 205 McMinn Avenue, Athens, TN 37303

Purpose: All proceeds directly benefit the St. Mark A.M.E. Rebuilding Fund.

Plates will feature fried fish, sides, and beverages. Donations and contributions above meal purchases are welcomed and deeply appreciated.

WaterWays announcing the start of our summer water quality testing initiative, including results from this week’s first round of testing. Over the next eight weeks, WaterWays will monitor local waterways and share timely updates to help keep the community informed about current water conditions, potential concerns, and the importance of protecting our shared water resources. We would appreciate your help sharing this information with the public and highlighting the ongoing work being done to support clean, safe, and healthy waterways across our region.
Thank you for your time and consideration.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EHwsEjLzMCrzMjNQDarLPrB5oSFzn7hLIZpt8pQLrnc/edit?usp=drivesdk

Flying for Kids is a family-friendly radio-control model aircraft event hosted by the Bradley County Radio Control Model Aircraft Club. Visitors can watch a variety of model aircraft in flight and learn about aviation, aerodynamics, radio-control systems, aircraft construction, and the technical skills involved in model aviation.

The event raises money for The Caring Place SacPac Meals program, which helps provide meals for children in need over the weekends. Spectator admission is free. Food will be available for purchase, and restrooms will be available on site.

Participating pilots must hold current AMA membership. Pilot donations are requested.

For additional information, contact Jeannine Patterson at piperj3cub.jp@gmail.com or visit https://bcrcmac.org/

Doggie Days of Summer is geared towards senior and disabled dogs, but open to all dogs and their families.

Bring your dogs or kids out for a fun day of sniffs and snacks from browsing our established sniff stations to our All You Can Treat Bar.  There will be something for everyone with our array of local vendors, an onsite adoption / foster event, yummy food trucks, dog personality contests, and some engaging speakers providing a Vet Chatt panel discussion and training demonstrations.

We can't wait to end the Scenic City summer right in the middle of downtown celebrating our local community and their furry best friends!

"AMERICA THROUGH THE TEMPEST" pairs the wit and wisdom of Shakespeare's words with the trials and triumphs of American history, featuring the state of Tennessee and Hamilton County at the heart of the production. The cast of actors and creatives led by Director Emma Collins and Assistant Director Hunter Rodgers features Kyree Brown, Maria Chattin, Jonathan Harris, Jamie Mclntosh, and Sarah Roberts. Enhancing the spectacle will be fight choreography by Will Snyder, and choreography by Monica Ellison. This family-friendly, outdoor production is offered free of charge. Bring your picnics, lawn chairs and outdoor blankets, seating at the historic Sniteman cabin at Greenway Farm Park is not provided.

Scenic City Shakespeare is a recipient of a $10,000 grant for Tennessee America 250 initiatives from the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial. The grant award will be used for the development and performance of "AMERICA THROUGH THE TEMPEST", a free afternoon production at Greenway Farm Park in Hixson, TN at 2:30pm on Sunday, October 25th, 2026.