Debra Dylan: Go to the Go!
Think there’s nothing fun to do in this town? Been meaning to start that exercise program? Looking for something different to do? Then go to the City of Knoxville’s FREE Go-Expo at Victor Ashe Park on Saturday May, 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the Go-Expo you will discover a wide variety of local outdoor and recreational opportunities while enjoying demonstrations, food, and live music in one of the City’s most beautiful parks.
Sandy Hull, Executive Director of the Legacy Park Foundation, reports that over 30 informational booths will be presented at the Go-Expo, including, but not limited to:
Mast General Store
Gander Mountain
River Sports
Chota Canoe Club
Greater Knoxville Tennis Association
Knoxville Disc Golf
Pluto Sports
Knox Area Junior Golf Association
Tennessee Ornithological Association – Knoxville Chapter
Knoxville Greenways Coalition
Although skateboarding is not allowed in Knoxville community parks, a special area will be reserved for Pluto Sports’ skateboarding demonstrations. Attendees are encouraged to bring their skateboards to this special event.
Food and beverage vendors will be available and picnicking is encouraged. Stake out a shady spot and listen to the Knoxville Community Band play at 4:00 p.m. and the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra at 6:00 p.m.
Go-Expo
Saturday, May 12
11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Free Admission
Victor Ashe Park & Greenway
4901 Bradshaw Road (Northwest Knoxville)
Directions: From downtown Knoxville, take Western Avenue headed west; after approximately four miles, turn right onto Pleasant Ridge Road; go approximately three miles (before Northwest Middle School) and turn left onto Bradshaw Road; park is on immediate right.
