The Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a 3^rd Shot Drop pickleball tournament later this month.

This unique pickleball tournament focuses on the strategic third shot drop – a crucial skill in the game of pickleball. Players will compete in a fun, friendly environment, showcasing their precision and finesse.

Players will get a chance to enjoy some competitive play with the department’s intermediate and advanced divisions. The tournament will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on October 26 at the Riverview Park pickleball courts (300 Louis Street).

The cost is $10 per player, participants must be ages 16 and up and only one partner needs to register. The second player’s name can be added during checkout.

To register, visit https://bit.ly/3ZNwiUi. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or by going to www.kingsporttn.gov and clicking on the “CivicRec” link, then searching for “pickleball” in the search bar.

The Streets and Sanitation Division of the Kingsport Public Works Department will conduct its annual snow removal equipment inspections on October 18. The inspections will take place at the Kingsport Public Works facility at 609 West Industry Dr.

Members of the media may attend the inspection on October 18th from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Kingsport has more than 40 vehicles equipped with snowplows and salt spreaders. Another three trucks are equipped to place pre-treatment anti-icing brine on roads prior to a snow event.

Currently, Kingsport has 4,300 tons of salt on hand along with 6,000 gallons of calcium chloride and 10,000 gallons of salt brine. Contracts are in place to purchase additional salt if needed.

For more information about the inspection event, please call 423-229-9451.

Kingsport Parks and Recreation is partnering with the Milligan University Women’s Basketball team to offer a special program later this month.

The event is the A.S.P.I.R.E. Challenger League Basketball program, and it will be held on October 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event is free and open to all ages.

A.S.P.I.R.E. programs (Adaptive: Sports, Recreation, and Inclusive Recreation Experiences) are for people with disabilities or physical limitations and are designed to ensure fair and equal competition among participants.

Participants will learn and practice the basics of basketball, including shooting, dribbling and ball handling.

“Milligan University has done this program for several years and we greatly appreciate them coming over and working with our ASPIRE players,” said Program Administrator Renee Ensor. “The players always make sure the program is just a fun day of basketball.”

Though the event is free, you can register to let Kingsport Parks and Recreation officials know approximately how many people will be showing up. Participants can also show up the day of the event and join in.

To register, visit https://bit.ly/4eq7s1m. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link, then search for “challenger league” in the search bar.

For information about other classes, programs and activities from the Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department, please visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org.

Instructor Elena Corradino will teach a hands-on class about how to use the exciting and trending art medium of resin.

The All about Resin class will be held on October 19 in Room 228 of the Kingsport Renaissance Center (1200 E. Center Street). The class runs from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. with a 30 minute break for lunch (bring your own or eat local).

Participants will learn techniques to create their own abstract resin coasters, crafting nine beautiful and functional pieces of art over the course of the class, perfect for gifting. Each participant will make different kinds of coasters, including alcohol ink coasters and resin mold coasters, and will leave being able to use resin safely on their own.

Corradino will go over safe mixing techniques and mistakes that can cost resin. The cost of the class is $98 per person and includes all materials. Participants will also be allowed to keep their respiratory mask and silicone mold.

To register, visit https://bit.ly/3Nhs93E. Online sales will end 48 hours prior to the class. For ages 18+ and limited to five participants. For information about other classes, programs and activities of the Kingsport Cultural Arts, visit www.artskingsport.org.