City of Knoxville - Office of Neighborhood Empowerment

Come join us at the CPR4Life event today, it goes until 2pm today at the Knoxville Colosseum! Free giveaways, and life saving skills!

Excited that Knoxville's very own Safety City- and its role in road safety education for thousands of Easts Tennessee second graders a year will be the focus of this webinar on June 24.
Register: https://unm.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pte0i5hJRPyqdx8GxejOug #/registration

Free Summer Meals at the Pilot Family Y Outdoor Pool!

The Pilot Family YMCA is offering FREE daily meals for kids all summer long, and it’s truly open to everyone.

Who is eligible?
- ANYONE 18 and under. No exceptions.
- No YMCA membership required.
- No guest pass needed.
- No ID required.
- No income requirements.

When & Where:
📍 Outdoor Pool at the Pilot Family Y, 400 N. Winston Rd. Knoxville, TN 37909
📅 Monday–Friday
⏰ 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
☀️ All summer long

Come as you are, bring your friends, and come eat with us!

You are invited to join us for our Stars & Stripes Cookout on Friday, June 26th, right here at O'Connor!

We will be celebrating the Fourth of July and America's 250th with a cookout, games, and fun! 🎉Hamburgers, hot dogs, and sides are included with the purchase of a ticket.

📅Friday, June 26th, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
💸$5 Tickets available at the front desk
📍611 Winona St Knoxville, TN 37917
📲865-523-1135 for more information

Ready to take the next step toward employment?

Join us for our FREE Employment & Life Skills Workshop and gain practical tools to help you succeed! Learn about job applications, résumés, interview skills, budgeting, ID requirements, and more.

🎓 Certificate of Completion
🚌 30-Day Bus Pass
🍽 Lunch Provided

📅 June 29 | 10:00 AM–2:30 PM | CAC East Center

RSVP by June 17:
📧 [email protected]
📱 865-770-2077

We are seeking applications for 2026-2027 Recreation Challenge Grants!

The deadline to submit an application for our annual Challenge Grant, which provides grants to non-profit projects associated with public parks or recreation facilities within the City limits, is Friday, June 26th. Eligible community groups, homeowner associations, schools, Scout troops and other organizations who are recipients are reimbursed 50 percent of the cost of a single project, up to $3,000.

Grants have been used for playground equipment, water fountains, benches and landscaping. Grant projects can also be used to promote activities in City Parks and on Greenways, such as fitness classes (Yoga, Tai Chi, or other activities), passive activities (painting, birdwatching).

Learn more and download the application form here:
https://www.knoxvilletn.gov/government/city_departments_offices/parks_and_recreation/recreation_challenge_grant

What makes a neighborhood feel welcoming, connected, and resilient? Throughout June, we’ll explore the design elements that help shape great neighborhoods.

June at Muse Knoxville! 🫧

Summer is officially here, and we’re filling the month with opportunities to learn and play. Join us for Muse Pop, Summer Camps, Kids Trivia at Casual Pint Northshore, and so much more!

Plus, all your favorites are back, including Toddler Tuesdays, Member Mornings, Sensory Night, and weekly programs!

*Registration required for select events. Register at the link in bio!

The Neighborhood Resource Fair is coming back this August!

Join us on Saturday, Aug. 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the World’s Fair Exhibition Halls for a day focused on community, connection, and helpful resources. Last year, more than 90 vendors participated, offering information, giveaways, and services for residents, plus there were activities for kids, entertainment, free food, and door prizes.

Registration will be required for all attendees. It opens in early July, so keep an eye out for details.

This is a great opportunity to connect with local nonprofits, City and county agencies, and organizations that serve our community. We’ll also be sharing previews of door prizes on this page in the weeks leading up to the event.

We hope to see you there!