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Knoxville Opera Guild hosting 12th annual Croquet Tournament
Knoxville Opera Guild will host the 11th annual Knoxville Croquet Tournament on Saturday, May 21 at 10:30 a.m. on the grounds of the UT RecSports Field Complex across from Dead End BBQ on Sutherland Ave.
Participation is open to the public, and no experience is necessary to enjoy the event. Participants can register to play solo or with a partner or may choose to simply attend and mingle in support of the arts organization.
“The Croquet Tournament allows us to gather and enjoy fellowship as a community while enjoying some friendly competition for a worthy cause,” said Knoxville Opera Marketing and Public Relations Director Michael Torano. “It’s a great opportunity to strengthen our support base and end the 2015-2016 Season with a bang.”
The tournament is lively and consists of two-player teams who will proceed through up to five wickets. Along with playing croquet on the green, attendees will enjoy a gourmet brunch and high tea, raffle prizes, a bocce game and vintage automobiles. They can also participate in the vintage costume contest, with the judging panel consisting of special guest Diana Salesky.
Additionally, the Knoxville Arts Challenge competition will be presented by Mayor Tim Burchett. The heads of the Knoxville Opera, Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, Knoxville Museum of Art, and the Clarence Brown Theatre will compete for Knoxville’s most prestigious croquet award.
Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m. followed by the gourmet brunch and tournament. The event is sponsored by Dr. Mark Cramolini, Audrey Duncan, and Dr. Sharon Lord.
Tickets are $100 and can be purchased online. Please visit the Knoxville Opera website at www.knoxvilleopera.com for additional details and the schedule of events.
Published May 10, 2016 |
