Communications wants to shine the light on the great work of
our Summer in the City intern Teresa Cao.
 Lifeguard Training at Inskip Pool Wraps Up
After being closed last weekend, Inskip Pool has officially reopened to the public as of June 4th. The pool briefly opened for Memorial Day, but had to close for lifeguard training. “We had to make sure they had gotten enough training and that they also had all the certifications because safety is important to us,” says Parks and Recreation Director Sheryl Ely when asked about the preliminary measures.
The group training included in and out of pool safety as well as drills for rescuing. Every lifeguard was required to run through a series of rescues to prepare them for anyone who may need help during an emergency.
The lifeguards completed a series of certifications, including the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, and many completed Water Safety Instructor (WSI) training to become certified in teaching swimming lessons. The training officially wrapped up on June 3 and the new lifeguards will be on duty for the remainder of the summer.
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 Kid A’Riffic: Touch-A-Truck, Ice Cream and Hayrides!
The third Kid A’Riffic of the summer was a hit! Despite heat in the mid-90s, the outdoor event remained lively. Parents, grandparents, and children came from all parts of Knoxville to enjoy some quality time running through the water, creating art, and getting to explore City vehicles.
The Knoxville Botanical Gardens and Arboretum provided beautiful scenery and lots of space for the children to play and create lasting memories with their friends and family. The open lawn was surrounded by trees and covered with fun activities for the children to enjoy.
The welcome table was available for snacks and water, as well as sunglasses and beach balls to kick off the visit. Every table provided activities and learning opportunities for the kids, with many leaving with complimentary goodies and handmade crafts.
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 Participant's View of Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade
On a cool morning of June 20, 2022, the City of Knoxville and participating organizations paraded down Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue in a combined celebration of the Civil Rights leader and the newest federal holiday, Juneteenth.
Originally scheduled for Jan. 17, the parade was cancelled due to inclement weather and rescheduled for the day right after Juneteenth, a new federal holiday. Juneteenth celebrates the liberation of the last enslaved African Americans in Texas and has been widely celebrated by the Black community long before it became a federal holiday.
The parade proceeded down MLK and ended at Dr. Walter E Hardy Park, where a Juneteenth celebration commenced. Mayor Indya Kincannon, members of her cabinet and Knoxville Police Chief Paul Noel led the parade, with many celebrants enthusiastically following behind.
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