Free Event, no registration required

Bring your latest project, pick up your favorite craft, and spend some time creating with others! The Makers Group is a relaxed, welcoming gathering for anyone who enjoys making things—whether you’re an experienced artist or just trying something new.

Work on your own project, share ideas, learn from fellow makers, or simply enjoy good conversation while you create. There’s no formal instruction and no experience required. Bring whatever you’re working on and come make something with us!

Knowing this is dinner time, some of our makers have been known to bring snacks to share with the group (not guaranteed).

Visit the Maker’s Facebook Group for information about potential mini classes:

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14scMhYKNxZ/

☕ Conversations with the City is coming to Calamity’s!

Ever wondered how our city government works? Have a question about what’s happening in Oak Ridge? Or maybe there’s something you’ve always wanted to ask our City Manager?

Here’s your chance to ask Randy Hemann, Oak Ridge City Manager, directly!

Join us at Calamity’s Coffee in historic Jackson Square on Thursday, October 29 at 5:30 PM for an evening of conversation and questions about our community.

And if you’d rather not ask your question out loud, no worries! We’ll have comment cards available, along with an optional survey so everyone has a way to participate.

No registration required
What is Silent Reading? A relaxed gathering where people come together to read their own books in comfortable silence. Enjoy the café atmosphere, socialize briefly before or after, and experience the joy of being “alone together” without the pressure of a traditional book club.

Bring your friends, pick a game, and settle in for a night of fun at Calamity’s! Whether you’re a strategy master, a casual player, or just looking for a reason to get out and meet some new people, everyone is welcome.

We’ll have a selection of games available to play, or bring your favorite from home. Grab a coffee, tea, or one of Calamity’s specialty drinks and let the games begin!

No experience necessary. No teams required. Just come ready to play, laugh, and enjoy some good company.

Times are loosely set. We always encourage folks to come in and enjoy a game or two! Come early if your game requires more time but remember, our coffee bar closes at 7pm.

Join us for a Spooktacular Craft Night with The Creative Social Group at Calamity’s Coffee in Oak Ridge!

We’ll be creating this adorable, personality-packed Halloween ghost—complete with oversized glasses, festive ribbons, and plenty of spooky-cute charm. No experience is needed, and all craft supplies are provided. Just come ready to create, laugh, and enjoy a fun evening with other creative women!

Thursday, October 22nd
Class: 5:30–7:30 PM
Calamity’s Coffee | Oak Ridge, TN

Please arrive about 15 minutes early so you have plenty of time to purchase your favorite drink, snack, or treat from Calamity’s before we begin. Supporting our wonderful host venue is a great way to say thank you for welcoming The Creative Social Group!

All supplies are included
No experience necessary
Drinks and snacks available for purchase from Calamity’s

Grab a friend and come spend the evening crafting, sipping, and having a little Halloween fun with us!

Please note: Class tickets are nonrefundable.

Visit Creative Social Facebook for tickets: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BnthpqWUm/

Think you know ASL? Let’s take things after dark. 😉

Join us at Calamity’s for a fun, grown-up ASL lesson exploring some of the more risqué, cheeky, and commonly avoided signs that you might not learn in a traditional ASL class.

This is your chance to expand your vocabulary, learn the signs people are sometimes too embarrassed to ask about, and have a few laughs along the way!

☕ Come grab a drink
🤟 Learn something new
😈 Get a little cheeky
😂 And probably learn a few signs you’ll never forget

Adults only. This event is intended for mature audiences and may include adult language and topics.

Whether you're an ASL student, experienced signer, or just curious, come ready to learn, laugh, and maybe blush a little.

Things are about to get a little less classroom and a little more after dark.

Join Candle Labs for a fun night of candle making.

You’ll pour an 8 oz soy candle, choose your candle color and fall scent, and go home with a custom candle in a featured container: 8 oz Heirloom Pumpkin Jar with lid! All supplies included!

Limited Seating. Register today:

https://bit.ly/CCFallCandleClass

POSTPONED Are you in love with one of the paintings on our wall? Now is your chance to own it! Join us at Splatter as we auction off these prized pieces. Half of the proceeds will go to the artists, the other half to a nonprofit of their choice. Food (by Barriga Llena) and wine provided, and auctioneer extraordinaire, Elaine will bring humor to the event! Stay after for a special painting night with Splatter!

RSVP Required (tickets $10 each):

https://www.calamityscoffee.com/pay-link/45387baa-14a3-4e90-b983-87eb5b33c8fc

HOSTED AT 201 Cafe and Wine Bar

Join us for Bingo for a Cause, a fun night of bingo, community, and giving back! Each month, Calamity’s Coffee partners with a local nonprofit to help shine a spotlight on the important work happening right here in our community.

This month, we’re proud to support the YWCA, an organization dedicated to empowering women, eliminating racism, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Bring your friends, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready for an evening of bingo and good company—all while supporting a great cause!

🎟️ How It Works:
Come play bingo, enjoy some drinks and snacks, and help us raise funds and awareness for the YWCA. Whether you're a seasoned bingo player or have never played before, everyone is welcome!

☕ Want Calamity’s Coffee?
You can pre-order your favorite Calamity’s drinks, and we'll make sure they get to you during the event.

Come for the bingo. Stay for the community. Leave knowing you helped support a local cause.

We can't wait to see you there!

WISHLIST:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3APU8IQY1B024/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex?

Join Poet Laureate for the City of Oak Ridge (2026-2028), John C Mannone. Whether you're an experienced poet or sharing your work for the first time, all voices are welcome. Bring your favorite poems, original pieces, or simply come listen and enjoy an inspiring evening of words and community.

Admission is free.

🎭 Get ready for a wild night of improv! 🎭

The Secret City Improv Festival has continued to grow every year, bringing more laughs, creativity, and incredible performers to our community—and Calamity’s is excited to bring you a little taste of the fun!

We’re thrilled to be hosting some of the festival’s fan favorites for a more intimate night of improv, right here at Calamity’s Coffee. Expect quick thinking, unexpected twists, big laughs, and plenty of moments where absolutely anything could happen!

☕ Grab a coffee.
🎭 Settle in.
😂 Prepare to laugh.

Come experience a smaller taste of the Secret City Improv Festival with us!

You never know what’s going to happen when the performers take the stage—and that’s half the fun!

Grab your little ones and head over to Calamity's on Thursday, October 8th for a special visit from local children's author Becky Thomas, creator of the Roscoe the Rooster children’s books! These stories teach kindness, perseverance, and other values with an interactive puppet appearance by Roscoe himself!

Becky will be reading two Roscoe books at different times, so come to one or come to both:

5:30pm — Roscoe the Bossy Rooster
6:30pm — Roscoe and Community Helpers Never Give Up

Kids will love getting to meet Roscoe up close and ask him questions! Signed copies of the Roscoe books will be available for purchase after each reading. Grab a coffee, find a cozy spot, and enjoy some story time fun!

No registration required
What is Silent Reading? A relaxed gathering where people come together to read their own books in comfortable silence. Enjoy the café atmosphere, socialize briefly before or after, and experience the joy of being “alone together” without the pressure of a traditional book club.

Laidback class giving you a hands-on, non-scary introduction to the basics of watercolor: water control, paint dilution, and color mixing  (No previous painting or drawing experience required!)

You will take home your very first 5” x 7” mini painting of 3 pumpkins + gourds, plus a supply list + step by step instructions for more practice at home.

Tickets are $60 and include the cost of all materials! (The maximum class size is 6 so don’t wait ) Register here: https://signedcricket.com/.../watercolor-for-beginners... (Be sure to select the Sep 22nd class!)

Times are loosely set. We always encourage folks to come in and enjoy a game or two! Come early if your game requires more time but remember, our coffee bar closes at 7pm.

Whether you're brand new to ASL (American Sign Language) or looking for people to practice full conversations with, this welcoming class is open to everyone! Instructor Amy Cone, an experienced ASL interpreter across a variety of fields, brings deep passion and knowledge to each session. She is sometimes accompanied by her husband, Daniel, who is Deaf and adds both personal insight and a wonderful sense of humor to every class. Together, they tailor each session to the needs and skill levels of the participants, making it a great fit for beginners and experienced learners alike.

This is our most attended class, so please be sure to email us to reserve your seat. While the class is free, donations are appreciated to help cover the cost of handouts and the instructors’ time (recommended donation: $5).

Come learn, practice, and connect through ASL in a supportive and engaging environment!

To reserve: contact@calamityscoffee.com

Join Allison Swanner of Exceptional Artist for a 2-hour hand-building clay workshop at Calamity’s Coffee! Participants will learn slab-building techniques to create their own coffee mug from clay, then choose from colorful slips and use the sgraffito technique to carve a one-of-a-kind design into the surface.

This beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through the entire process—from building your mug to adding color and carving your design. Choose a simple design or get creative and make it your own! All skill levels are welcome, and no clay experience is needed.

After the workshop, your mug will be returned to the studio to dry, receive a clear glaze, and be kiln-fired. Finished mugs will be available for pickup at a later date.

All clay materials, instruction, glazing, and firing are included.

THIS CLASS REQUIRES REGISTRATION ON THE EXCEPTIONAL ARTIST WEBSITE:

https://www.exceptionalartist.org/shop/p/sgraffito-mug-workshop-calamitys-coffee-oak-ridge

Join Poet Laureate for the City of Oak Ridge (2026-2028), John C Mannone. Whether you're an experienced poet or sharing your work for the first time, all voices are welcome. Bring your favorite poems, original pieces, or simply come listen and enjoy an inspiring evening of words and community.

Admission is free.

Join your friends for a fun evening Painting. Take home your beautiful seasonal wine glass

For tickets: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLZFY4Q8R055N/checkout/XW7Z25BC5TL7SPUBJLO62GFZ?src=webqr

Hosted by Mare Martell, and end of life doula with Light of Love.
https://lightoflove.net/

A Life's End Open Dialogue is a welcoming, respectful gathering where people come together to talk openly about death, dying, grief, and the meaning of life. Inspired by the global Death Café movement, this is not a support group, therapy session, or lecture. Instead, it is an informal conversation where everyone is invited to share experiences, ask questions, listen, and reflect in a judgment-free environment.

Whether you've experienced loss, work in end-of-life care, are curious about advance planning, or simply want to explore a topic that is often avoided, you are welcome. There is no agenda, no expectation to speak, and no right or wrong perspective.

Our goal is to normalize conversations about mortality, reduce fear through open discussion, and encourage deeper appreciation for the lives we are living today.

Come as you are, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, and join us for meaningful conversation in a safe, compassionate space.

No registration required
What is Silent Reading? A relaxed gathering where people come together to read their own books in comfortable silence. Enjoy the café atmosphere, socialize briefly before or after, and experience the joy of being “alone together” without the pressure of a traditional book club.

Times are loosely set. We always encourage folks to come in and enjoy a game or two! Come early if your game requires more time but remember, our coffee bar closes at 7pm.

Whether you're brand new to ASL (American Sign Language) or looking for people to practice full conversations with, this welcoming class is open to everyone! Instructor Amy Cone, an experienced ASL interpreter across a variety of fields, brings deep passion and knowledge to each session. She is sometimes accompanied by her husband, Daniel, who is Deaf and adds both personal insight and a wonderful sense of humor to every class. Together, they tailor each session to the needs and skill levels of the participants, making it a great fit for beginners and experienced learners alike.

This is our most attended class, so please be sure to email us to reserve your seat. While the class is free, donations are appreciated to help cover the cost of handouts and the instructors’ time (recommended donation: $5).

Come learn, practice, and connect through ASL in a supportive and engaging environment!

To reserve: contact@calamityscoffee.com

Learn how to create your very own stained glass project in our 2 hour mobile Stained Glass Workshop at Calamity's Coffee! The participant begins with a pre-cut and ground kit of stained glass and learns how to copper foil and solder. There will be several kits and many colors to choose from to create your own masterpiece!

Options may include:

• Moth

• Dog Paw

• Heart

This Intro 2hr stained glass class is for those who want to learn the very basics of stained glass. You will be guided to learn how to copper foil and solder a small pre-cut project. Everyone leaves with their very own completed piece! All skill levels welcome & all materials provided- no experience needed!

NOTE: Please wear cotton clothing and close-toed shoes with long hair pulled back. Must be 14yr or older for this class (anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). This activity requires good close vision and hand dexterity.

THIS CLASS REQUIRES REGISTRATION THROUGH INSTRUCTORS WEBSITE:

https://www.visualizeartstudio.com/service-page/calamity-s-stained-glass-mobile-workshop?referral=service_list_widget

Here’s your chance to learn more about the UT arboretum and give you a preview of the upcoming Butterfly Festival scheduled for August 29th!

RSVP not required

Free Event, no registration required

Previously called the Secret City Scrappers, the Maker’s Club is composed of anyone who likes to craft. The last Friday of the month is your opportunity to create, build, craft, tinker, invent, or learn new skills. Bring materials with you and surround yourself with other folks who love making things in a supportive environment.

Knowing this is dinner time, some of our makers have been known to bring snacks to share with the group (not guaranteed).

Mike Stallo will talk about some lesser known events that took place in Oak Ridge during the 1940s. Topics include bank robberies, murder, and more.

No registration required
What is Silent Reading? A relaxed gathering where people come together to read their own books in comfortable silence. Enjoy the café atmosphere, socialize briefly before or after, and experience the joy of being “alone together” without the pressure of a traditional book club.

Times are loosely set. We always encourage folks to come in and enjoy a game or two! Come early if your game requires more time but remember, our coffee bar closes at 7pm.

Whether you're brand new to ASL (American Sign Language) or looking for people to practice full conversations with, this welcoming class is open to everyone! Instructor Amy Cone, an experienced ASL interpreter across a variety of fields, brings deep passion and knowledge to each session. She is sometimes accompanied by her husband, Daniel, who is Deaf and adds both personal insight and a wonderful sense of humor to every class. Together, they tailor each session to the needs and skill levels of the participants, making it a great fit for beginners and experienced learners alike.

This is our most attended class, so please be sure to email us to reserve your seat. While the class is free, donations are appreciated to help cover the cost of handouts and the instructors’ time (recommended donation: $5).

Come learn, practice, and connect through ASL in a supportive and engaging environment!

To reserve: contact@calamityscoffee.com