Charlie Austin writes: Join us at Karns Middle School on Saturday, Oct 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the second annual Karns Fall Festival and Chili Cook-off, presented by Karns Middle and Karns Fair. Lots of fall vendors, arts and crafts, midway games for the kids and a showcase of Karns Middle clubs and organizations. Enjoy the Chili Cook-off and meet your fellow community members. Info and Chili Cook-off registration is available online at www.karnsfair.org/.

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Emily Ann Roberts will hold a concert to benefit Horse Haven of Tennessee at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, at 2477 Ford Road, Lenoir City. Tickets are $30 each with kids 10 and younger admitted free. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. No pets, smoking or vaping on property. Info: Ashley Ford, horsehavenoftn@gmail.com or 865-609-4030.

Chynna Barows writes: We’re a new party company here in Knoxville. We offer party styling, modern bounce houses, balloon decor, small rentals & more! Perfect for game day tailgates, Halloween parties, holidays, birthday parties or a just because party! www.Instagram.com/thepartyelevators

Julie McBee-Fritts is the new contact point for renting the Karns Community Center (old library) at 7708 Oak Ridge Highway or the Youth Center at 6616 Beaver Ridge Road (behind the fire station, near Bojangles). The number is 865-292-5270 (no texts, please).