Below are some of the key UT Arboretum events for 2008. If you live anywhere around the Knoxville/Oak Ridge area and don't regularly visit the Arboretum, you are really missing out!

Saturday, February 16, 2008 - New Trail Ribbon Cutting - A brand new trail is almost complete. There will be new stuff to see even for "regulars" and possibly some other activities to go along with the event.

Saturday, March 1, 2008 9:00AM - Holly Collection Work Day - If you are interested in helping out while learning about hollies and holly pruning/maintenance, you can contact me and I'll give you more details.

Saturday, March 15, 2008 10:00AM - Garden Tool Workshop - Come learn how to maintain your yard and garden tools.

** Saturday, April 19, 2008 9:00am-3:00pm (public sale) - Local nurseries and Arboretum Society provided plant of all kinds will be available. Get some unusual and high quality plants at a great price and help the Arboretum at the same time!

May (To Be Determined) - Bird Walk at the UT Arboretum

Saturday, May 17, 2008 - Kid's Day at the Arboretum - An opportunity for learning for kids and parents.

September (To Be Determined) - Fall Wildflower Walk at the UT Arboretum - This was fascinating last year! You'll be amazed at what's growing naturally around our area.

** Saturday, October 11, 2008 9:00am-3:00pm - Fall Plant Sale -

Local nurseries and Arboretum Society provided plant of all kinds will be available. Get some unusual and high quality plants at a great price and help the Arboretum at the same time!

Saturday, October 25, 2008 6:30pm - Owl Prowl at the UT Arboretum - Come see the owls and learn about birds in this area.

Here is a link that might be useful: UT Arboretum Society 2008 Calander