Knoxville man's volunteering leads to full time career

A Knoxville man's volunteering eventually led him to a full time career. Jeremy Curl is now an entrepreneur who continues to give back to the community.

Curl opened his shop, The Fortunate Traveler, about two years ago, but the idea came after a trip to Guatemala in 2006.

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Santa's Coming to the Public Market!

Music, entertainment and BIG GIVEAWAYS! Register to win a flat screen TV and prizes galore!

Fall Festival TV Spots

Vendor Christmas Party!

The 1st annual TCPM Christmas Party is being planned for Saturday Dec. 17th, after closing. We hope that all vendors and spouses will participate! Fun! Food! Entertainment! Door Prizes!

Everyone is encouraged to bring to the potluck dinner their favorite recipe creation (crock pot dishes, Italian, baked goods, casseroles, vegetables, fruits, treats and deserts – whatever your favorite dish might be!) If you like, talk among yourselves so we might have a better balanced meal.

TCPM will provide a variety of beverages for you to choose from! We will provide the tables and seating. And yes, there will be a Christmas tree and decorations! It’s a meet, eat, and greet holiday season celebration for TCPM vendors and spouses. Don’t be surprised if Santa and Mrs. Claus show!

We encourage you to R.S.V.P at the front office!

Schmoozapalooza!

Thanks to everyone that came out and made Schmoozapalooza great!

Upcoming Events at Turkey Creek Public Market

Thursday, September 29, 2011
4:00 – 7:00 “Schmoozapalooza” at the Market! We are hosting Knoxville Chamber’s most popular networking event! The market will only be open to this event, so visit knoxvillechamber.com for info on ticket prices and how to participate!

Sunday, October 2, 2011
“Cruze In” at the Market! The 1st Sunday of every month the market will provide a limited number of parking spaces for car enthusiasts to gather and show off their cars!

Saturday & Sunday, October 22-23, 2011
Date Change
“Fall Festival” at the Market! Delight in the color of the season with your family at the market! Hay rides, straw maze, pumpkin patch, games, arts and crafts, and much, much more!

Saturday, October 29, 2011
“Halloween” at the Market! Bring your little goblin or ghost to the market for trick or treating with the vendors! Haunted house, scavenger hunt, games for the kids and more!

Our calendar is filling up fast for the year! If your group or organization would like to be a part of our festivities, call the market, 671-5000 to consult with our events coordinator!

Market events are subject to change after publication.

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Back to School Weekend Update!

"Back to School Day" at the Public Market!

Saturday, September 17, 2011

The entire day filled with fun activities and entertainment for children at the market.

Inside the Public Market:

• 9:00 – 4:00 Face Painting by Making Faces!
• 9:00 – 4:00 Magician, Patrick Slaughter will be entertaining the crowd with his famous magic show and teaching the children to perform a few tricks on their own!
• 9:00 – 4:00 Gramp Pa Giggles will delight the kids with extra ordinary animal and flower balloons!
• 9:00 – 10:00 Earth Fare will be on sight to demonstrate “How to Make Your Own Trail Mix”!
• 11:00 – 12:00 Our own Vicky Jones will host a fashion show on center stage, featuring adorable baby and children apparel from her shop, Baby Cakes!
• 1:00 – 1:30 Vendor and fashion designer, Samantha Miller will showcase her children’s apparel line, Little Bella Boutique, with a show of fashions on center stage!
• 1:30 -2:00 Vendor Liza Wolfe of Companion Couture Company will showcase custom made petware and accessories for the family pet!
• 1:00 – 2:00 Cities Cupcake, Linda Hurst will delight the children with cupcake decorating!
• 2:00 -3:00 Southernly Sweet will show the kids how to decorate sweets with their Sugar Art!

Doc Popcorn says he will be giving away a free cup of popcorn with the purchase of a bag of popcorn and as always, the samples are free!

Music performed by Vern Lindsey in the market from 11:00 – 2:00!

Outside at the Public Market:

• 10:00 -11:00 “Morning in Motion” hosted by Devin Driscoll, of Next Level Training will be getting the kids moving with a fitness activity!
• 1:00 – 2:00 Michael Whiteside local trainer to the schools will host a fitness activity, “Flexible Fitness”!

Boo Jackson, NBA professional will be on hand for autographs as well as Joelle Godfrey, top ranked middleweight boxer and Jabari Davis, former UT Vol football player!

Blount County Humane Society will be on hand with their adoptable kitties and dogs!

At the Farmer’s Market:

• 10:00 - 2:00 Herbal Kidz Workshop "Make a Colonial Herb Wreath" and "Make an Herbal Dream Pillow" Workshop fee - $5 each

New Shopping Hours

Thank you to everyone for your feedback on Turkey Creek Public Market! Starting Friday, September 9th, the shopping hours of Turkey Creek Public Market will change to:

• Friday and Saturday, 9am-6pm
• Sunday, 10am - 5pm

Thanks to everyone that helped in making this decision!

Fundraising Reception for Becky Duncan Massey

Candidate for Tennessee State Senator, Thursday, August 25, 2011, 6:00-8:00 o’clock pm at Turkey Creek Public Market

Suggested donation is $100.00 per person.

Hosted by, John L Turley, Charlie Atchley and David Fiser

RSVP to 693-7239 or Masseyoffice@gmail.com

Turkey Creek Public Market-Farmer's Market Saturday Presentations

Join the fun and experience new things at the Turkey Creek Public Market-Farmer's Market this Saturday August 20th.

Tammy Brewer of Brewers Mushrooms in Sevierville, Tennessee will present a cooking demonstration "Gourmet Mushrooms in the Kitchen" beginning at 10:30. Attendees will learn how to prepare gourmet mushrooms and ways to add them to a variety of healthy dishes.

Tammy and Hugh Brewer own Brewer's Mushroom Farm located in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. They provide fresh mushrooms to local restaurants, health food stores and farmers markets.

Customers will find a wide variety of oyster mushrooms and other rare & exotic fungi grown in a organically controlled environment.

At 12:00 Knox County beekeeper Ed Close will present "How Sweet it Is - An Introduction to the Joy of Beekeeping."

Ed is the owner of Lovell Valley Honey Company in West Knox County. Attendees will see an observation hive and a display of beekeeping equipment. Come see the many natural products made from local beeswax and honey.

Local singer PJ Vann will entertain visitors to the Farmer's Market beginning at 1:00. PJ is well known in East Tennessee for her repertoire of contemporary country and soft rock music favorites.

The Farmer's Market Plaza is a covered outdoor marketplace attached to the new Turkey Creek Public Market located on Outlet Drive just off Lovell Road in West Knoxville.

Sixty truck stalls and fifty art/craft booths create the outdoor marketplace that host area farmers and craftspeople offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, farm products, and handcrafted art.

Free educational programs, cooking demonstrations and family activities will be presented throughout the year.

For more information visit online www.turkeycreekpublicmarket.com or call 865-671-5000

Shoppers will find widest selection of treasures

The first visitors to Turkey Creek Public Market on Friday, Aug. 12, will find a vibrant, ever-changing regional marketplace with more than 500 artisans, crafters, farmers and pickers offering the widest selection of goods and services.

The market opens at 10 a.m., although normal operating hours will be 8 to 5 Friday through Sunday all year long.

“Turkey Creek Public Market is like no other shopping venue in the area,” said Charles Atchley, one of the developers. “It is certainly going to be a fun place to shop. With so many vendors under one roof and even more in our outside Farmer’s Market Plaza, there is something here for everyone. But it is also a community gathering space, and that’s the exciting part.”

The facility, with nearly three football fields of space, is packed with an unending variety of finds including antiques, collectibles, jewelry, fashions and accessories. Shoppers will find unique items and great bargains as well.

Vendors include artists from the Foothills Crafters’ Guild, a variety of antiques and collectibles dealers plus home interior retailers such as Gift and Gourmet, Persian Rug Galleries, Callaways, O.P. Jenkins, and Bennett Galleries.

“We are so excited to be a part of the Turkey Creek Public Market,” said Bennett Galleries Owner Rick Bennett. “The concept is phenomenal and it allows us to reach a West Knoxville customer who doesn’t ordinarily shop in Bearden. So please come by and see what surprises we have in store.”

There are several jewelry makers, apparel and accessories designers such as Jetta Boone. Planet Xchange will have a presence and Goodwill Industries is even branching out to operate a boutique-type store in the new market.

Food services on site feature a butcher shop, a seafood shop, Java coffee, four restaurants including a Mexican cantina, a pizzeria and a barbeque vendor plus Denton’s and its famous Orange Julius. Shoppers will find treats from Magpies and Cities Cupcake Boutique as well as a variety of fresh-baked breads and sweets.

Additionally, the market will have monthly and seasonal events such as a "Back to School" weekend, scheduled for Sept. 17, a Fall Festival and events centered around the holidays.

Vendors have been very enthusiastic about the new market. Especially in this economic climate, entrepreneurs are finding the market offers a low-risk opportunity to start a business.

Outdoors, the Farmers’ Market Plaza offers an additional 150 covered spaces for local farmers and craftspeople selling locally grown produce and handcrafted art.

Kathy Burke-Mihalczo who runs Erin’s Meadow Herb Farm near Oak Ridge is coordinating the outdoor market. Throughout the year, the Farmers’ Market Plaza will offer free educational programs, cooking demonstrations and family activities on topics such as healthy cooking, organic gardening, local agriculture and sustainable living.

“We have several events planned for opening weekend,” said Burke-Mihalczo. “We also have plans for a monthly antiques and collectibles fair outside beginning later this fall. We have had great response and participation, but still have a few spaces left for qualified vendors for the plaza.”

Free and open to the public, this weekend’s events at the Farmers’ Market Plaza include:

• Saturday, August 13
  • 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – “Kaboom! Kabobs!” Cooking demonstration by the UT Culinary Institute featuring homegrown grilled veggies.
  • 1-2 p.m. - “Fun Food Facts for Families.” An interactive family activity with nutritionist Andrea Wolfer teaching parents and children how to add pizazz to food with fresh herbs from the garden.
• Sunday, August 14
  • 10:30 a.m.-noon - “Yummy Yoga.” This family-friendly activity with nutritionist Andrea Wolfer introduces parents and children to Sun Salutation, balance poses and interactive yoga games. After yoga, participants will make fruit smoothies and yogurt parfaits.
  • 12:30-1:30 p.m. - “Compost Happens!” Educator Bob Grimac will offer tips on how and where to build your compost pile and teach you how to turn kitchen waste into black gold for your garden.

Friday through Sunday - The Habitat for Humanity Home Store of Oak Ridge will be at the outdoor market with items such as furniture, lamps, books, art and home décor for purchase.

The market’s indoor facility will also serve as a community gathering space.

“This is an amazing space for events,” said Libby Fisher who is coordinating events for Turkey Creek Public Market. “The venue is available to corporate, non-profit and community groups as well as exhibitors and trade shows. We are booking businesses and groups interested in using the facility during business and after hours. This facility is a great community asset.”

Turkey Creek Public Market is located at 11221 Outlet Drive just north of I-40/I-75 at Lovell Road exit 374. Additional information is available at http://www.turkeycreekpublicmarket.com or by phone at (865)671-5000.

Turkey Creek Public Market Farmer's Market Plaza Opens August 12

The Turkey Creek Public Market Farmer's Market Plaza will open on Friday August 12th. Business hours are Friday through Sunday 8:00-5:00.

The Farmer's Market Plaza is a covered outdoor marketplace attached to the new Turkey Creek Public Market located on Outlet Drive just off Lovell Road in West Knoxville. The modern, new retail venue is made up of 600 indoor booths that include food vendors, and an event/gathering space.

Sixty truck stalls and fifty art/craft booths create the outdoor marketplace that will host area farmers and craftspeople offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, farm products, and handcrafted art.

Free educational programs, cooking demonstrations and family activities will be presented throughout the year and will include topics on healthy cooking, organic gardening, local agriculture, and sustainable living.

Free presentations will be offered opening weekend on Saturday August 13 and Sunday August 14 and the public is invited.

The schedule is as follows:

Saturday August 13th 10:30-12:30 "Kaboom! - Kabobs!" Cooking demonstration by the UT Culinary Institute featuring homegrown grilled veggies. 1:00-2:00 "Fun Food Facts for Families" with nutritionist Andrea Wolfer. This interactive family activity teaches parents and children how to add pizazz to food with fresh herbs from the garden.

Sunday August 14 10:30-12:00 "Yummy Yoga" with nutritionist Andrea Wolfer. This family friendly presentation teaches parents and children Sun Salutation, balance poses, and interactive yoga games. After the fun learn to make fruit smoothies & yogurt parfaits! 12:30 - 1:30 "Compost Happens!"with educator Bob Grimac. Learn how and where to build your compost pile. See how to turn yard, kitchen and household waste into black gold for the garden!

Market Opening on August 12th!

A huge thank you to everyone for their patience. We're happy to announce the official opening day for Turkey Creek Public Market is set for August 12th! We can't wait to see you there!

Schmoozapalooza V

September 29, 2011
4-7 p.m.

Experience what the buzz is all about! Schmoozapalooza is the Knoxville Chamber's most anticipated networking event. It provides over 500 businesspeople the opportunity to network in a casual and lively atmosphere, while offering businesses the opportunity to showcase their products and services in the Tabletop Expo. Tickets are $10 (Knoxville Chamber members receive a $5 discount if they register in advance) and can be purchased by going to "Chamber Events" on knoxvillechamber.com. Tables in the Tabletop Expo are $200 for Knoxville Chamber members and $300 for non-members. An exhibitor registration form can be downloaded by going to "Chamber Events" on knoxvillechamber.com!

Market Opening Delayed by Storm Damage

Dear Vendors, we are sorry to report that the Public Market July 15 Opening will be postponed due to roof panel damage caused by the June 21 storm which has wreaked havoc in West Knoxville. Under normal circumstances an event like this would cause only minor delays but the Market opening requires a Certificate of Occupancy which cannot be obtained without perfect conditions in place.

Replacement roof panels have to be ordered, shipped, and then installed. The extent of the delay is undetermined and we will keep you informed of the new opening date as soon as that can be assessed.

We recognize the inconvenience this causes our vendors and beg your indulgence as we wrestle with the challenges of opening. We are winding down construction activity, installing landscaping, and topping off the parking lot as we prepare to acquire the Certificate of Occupancy. We are very proud of the Public Market and our excitement only adds to our resolve to get facility open as quickly as possible.

A new opening date will be announced shortly.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at 865-671-5000.

Vendor Orientation

New vendors have two chances to see the new Turkey Creek Public Market before opening day!

• June 9th 6-8pm
• June 11th 10am-noon

Construction Update

Visit the Turkey Creek Public Market Facebook page for updated photos of the construction.

Market Update For Vendors

Thank you for your continued interest in the new, Turkey Creek Public Market. We expect about a million shoppers a year to enjoy the exciting public market experience!

Shopping hours have been set for Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 8am-5pm – and occasionally Monday holidays.

We have experienced some construction delays due to the weather. Pleasing our vendors is our top priority. We understand the anxious anticipation to visually experience the new market! We can’t thank you enough for your patience and understanding.

The good news is that on certain days you are now allowed to visit the property. Please call 865-671-5000 to make an onsite appointment. Vendors will receive an email shortly about the orientation meeting.

The Basics:

If you don’t already know, the new public market is located across the street from Cotton Eyed Joe on Outlet Dr. - right off the 374 Lovell Rd exit.

• Physical address: 11221 Outlet Dr. Knoxville TN 37932
• Mailing address: PO Box 1210 Kodak, TN 37764
• Phone: 865-671-5000
• Email: TurkeyCreekPublicMarket@gmail.com
• Website: TurkeyCreekPublicMarket.com

We offer FREE basic utilities, parking, trash and cardboard haul away, Wi-Fi, an aggressive marketing and advertising campaign, and, an advanced security system - all included in the rent.

After the opening, vendors/shopkeepers may set up and work in their “shops” Mondays and Thursdays 8am to 4pm. Special arrangements maybe allowed for vendors with a scheduling conflict. After the main offices are open, vendors will be welcome to come in to work on their booths five to seven days a week.

Booth Construction:

We will construct booths at no cost for our vendors opening at the same time we open for shopping. The booth frame and basic OSB board will be installed according to the shopkeepers’ requirements. We will have some items available for rent such as display cases. Due to storage issues, we are asking you provide your own peg board or slat board. We will still install the walls for you at no charge. We are still taking quotes for security tarps. We will be sending each vendor a “form” to fill out with booth construction requests.

Outside Farmers Market:

Outside spaces will rent up to $25.00 per day (Friday, Saturday, Sunday – 8am-5pm – and occasionally Monday holidays). The $25.00 rent fee includes the space where you can back your truck into the space to bring your produce or other farmer related products out of the back of your truck and to your provided table to sell to your customers. All spaces are positioned under a covered pavilion with a table. Easy set up. No tents necessary! Farmers just need to show up on the days they wish to sell, contact the management about rent, taxes & business license information and simply choose an outside space that is unoccupied. Permanent or long term space rentals are available but merchandise must not be left on the property over night. If you know in advance when you will be arriving, we would love a “heads up” phone call!

Communication:

We have been trying to contact some vendors for several weeks now. If you or someone you know is in this situation, please contact us! Occasionally, a voice mail is unclear and we are unable to return the call. We apologize for this and it is fortunate that this situation is rare.

Sincerely,
Turkey Creek Public Market

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