Calendar of Events

Stroll back in time through Union and Confederate encampments as re-enactors make history come alive with period camping equipment, gear, artillery, medical supplies, food and clothing. Battle re-enactments at 2 p.m. each day. Check the Web site often for updates on demonstrations, times, and other details.

2614 Thorngrove Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914. Info: 865-546-0745, www.ramseyhouse.org

Garden Festival and Marketplace
The University of Tennessee Gardens
Saturday, June 27 - 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 28 - 11:00 a.m.- to 5:00 p.m.

Garden goods, specialty plants, workshops, music, Kids Corner, and more. Tickets available June 1.
More information to come! Visit http://bloomsdays.utk.edu or call (865) 974-8265

Debra has been growing herbs commercially for over 20 years. She wants to share her enthusiasm with you in this Saturday morning class. Learn how to make your own herb garden, whether you have space for a container herb garden or a kitchen garden. You will learn which herbs are basic essentials as well as some of the less commonly used culinary herbs. You will be able to take a few plants home or make a small herb container for your patio.

Instructor: Debra Taylor (Riverdale Nursery)
Location: Garden Club Room
Cost: $20 members, $30 nonmembers

2743 Wimpole Avenue, Knoxville, TN. 865-540-8690, www.knoxgarden.com

Friday night double features will be screened in the order listed; screening order will be reversed on Saturday night. Double features include an intermission.

Tickets are $5, available in advance at the Tennessee Theatre box office on Clinch Avenue, open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 12-4 p.m. Saturdays; by phone at 865-684-1200; or in the online gift shop at www.tennesseetheatre.com. A $1 per ticket fee applies to phone and online orders. For more information about the films and other events at the Bijou Theatre, visit KnoxBijou.com.

Let the Right One In (2008, R)
Friday, June 26, 9 p.m. and midnight
Saturday, June 27, 9 p.m. and midnight

A pair of lonely 12-year-olds find in each othe r the thing that was missing before they met. Part drama, part thriller, part horror film, of course, but it's the sensitive portrait of the children's friendship that makes the film work so intensely on so many levels. Glowing reviews accompanied its arrival, like, "A genre masterpiece, absolutely one of the most brilliant narratives I've had the pleasure to watch in the last decade," from Fears Magazine, and, "A brilliant film" from L.A. Weekly.

Voltaic (2009, NR)
Saturday, July 11, 9 p.m.
A concert film from one of the most innovative artists of our time, Voltaic features highlights from the Paris and Reykjavik dates on Bjork's visually dazzling Volta tour. Included are performances of songs from Volta as well as tracks from previous albums including Hunter, Joga, Army of Me and Hyperballad. This DVD is being released on June 23 by Nonesuch Records as part of a boxed set.

Easy Rider (1969, R) and Two-Lane Blacktop (1971, R)
Friday, July 17, 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 18, 9 p.m.
A double feature of the archetypal "search-for-meaning-in-America" film. Easy Rider: the saga of two guys (Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper), two bikes, two hippie chicks, and Jack Nicholson thrown in for good measure. Two Lane Blacktop features two guys (one of whom is folk singer James Taylor) with great hair chasin' an older guy with a hot car and a female passenger. Minimal dialogue, maximum rpm's. Favorite line: "What're you=2 0tryin' to do, blow my mind?"

Labyrinth (1986, PG) and The Dark Crystal (1982, PG)
Friday, July 24, 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 25, 9 p.m.
Fans of fantasy rejoice! This is the one-two punch you're craving. David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly star in the cult favorite Labyrinth, directed by Jim Henson. The Dark Crystal is another Henson project, this time co-directed by fellow Muppeteer Frank Oz. Great opportunity to compare two projects from the minds and hands of a pair of real puppet masters.

The Breakfast Club (1985, R) and Pretty in Pink (1986, PG-13)
Friday, July 31, 9 p.m.
Saturday, August 1, 9 p.m.
This John Hughes double feature will bring back all the painful/joyous memories of the mid-'80s, whether you actually have them or not. The cast of The Breakfast Club lists a brain, a beauty, a jock, a rebel, a recluse, played by actors who became known as the Brat Pack. Pretty in Pink includes appearances by Harry Dean Stanton and the Psychedelic Furs; it's worth seeing for those facts alone. Common thread: Molly Ringwald, arguably the cutest of the bunch.

Princess Mononoke (1997, PG-13) and Spirited Away (2001, PG)
Friday, August 7, 9 p.m.
Saturday, August 8, 9 p.m.
A double dose of animated fantasy by director/writer Hayao Miyazaki. Princess Mononoke is set in a time of upheaval in feudal Japan. The title character is a young brave princess raised by wolves who is sent to an ancient forest to defend it from human encroachment. It ranks high on any "best of" animation list. Joined by Spirited Away, a truly marvelous, spooky Japanese anime feature. Awards rained down on this picture, including the second Oscar ever awarded for Best Animated Feature. It tells the story of a 10-year-old girl and her journey through the realm of the bathhouse of the gods.

Relive a day in the life of the Cherokee - featuring a re-enactment of the signing of the ""Treaty of the Holston""; dance demonstrations; food and more! Fee is $8 for adults and $6 for under 17 years. Located at the intersection of Hill Avenue and Hall of Fame Drive in downtown Knoxville. For information, call 865-525-6514 or visit www.jameswhitesfort.org

When you smell the popcorn, you know it's that time of year again—time for screenings of classic movies at the Historic Tennessee Theatre! This year's Summer Movie Magic series features a great mix of comedy, drama and musicals:

The Pink Panther - Friday, June 19, 8 p.m. and Sunday, June 21, 2 p.m.
On the Waterfront - Friday, June 26, 8 p.m. and Sunday, June 28, 2 p.m.
The Birds - Friday, July 10, 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 12, 2 p.m.
The Sting - Friday, July 24, 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 26, 2 p.m.
Elvis Presley double feature: Viva Las Vegas/Jailhouse Rock - Friday, August 14, 8 p.m. and Saturday, August 16, 2 p.m.
Oklahoma! - Friday, August 28 8 p.m. and Sunday, August 30, 2 p.m.

Enjoy unforgettable films on the big screen. Each screening begins with Bill Snyder performing on the Mighty Wurlitzer. Series passes on sale as well as individual tickets. Info: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com

Monteverdi's Roman masterpiece. Information: 423-351-9013, www.masparts.org

African American Appalachian Arts, Inc. (AAAA) and area sponsors are delighted to present one of Knoxville's most anticipated and attended events at four premier locations throughout Knoxville: Knoxville Museum of Art, Emporium Building, Downtown/Market Square and Chilhowee Park. KUUMBA (Ki-swahili for "creative") Festival is a multi-event celebration with more than 200 entertainers performing on two stages, demonstrations, and service by more than 100 crafts' people and food vendors. The KUUMBA Festival is the largest African American Cultural Arts Festival in East Tennessee.

Beginning Thursday, June 25, KUUMBA kicks off at the Knoxville Museum of Art from 5 PM - 9 PM with the Taste of Africa, featuring "A Taste of Africa Buffet;" artist exhibits, featuring: Live Jazz band, Kuumba Watoto Drum & Dance Company, Spoken Word Cafè, and hands-on arts & crafts. Admission: $10.00

Continuing on Friday, June 26, Venue TBA, from 10 AM - 3 PM is the Youth Arts Extravaganza. Also, starting in Downtown Knoxville at 6 PM the JUNKANU on Gay Street and Market Square (features festival participants, the original Free Spirit Stilt Walkers, Kuumba Watoto Dance and Drum Company, churches, and community groups who strut, drum, and dance), culminates with a live concert on Market Square.

On Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28, at Chilhowee Park gates open at 11 AM until 10 PM enjoy the African Market Place with traditional crafts, clothing, and foods; the World Children's Village; and two entertainment stages. On Saturday on Center stage at 6pm R&B Recording Artists. Admissions: $5.00 before 5PM; $10.00 after 5PM. children 6yrs. & under FREE. Ending on Sunday, gates open at 12 noon until 9 PM relish in the African Market place as the early afternoon brings forth the Gospel with GOSPEL IN THE PARK and the Knoxville Zoological Garden's Petting Zoo (Children's World Village) from 3 PM - 5 PM. Also featuring a Live Recording Artist Performance at 7pm. Admissions: $5.00; children 6yrs. & under FREE, and on Sunday children 12yrs., and under FREE.

For more information call: 865-546-9705 or visit www.kuumbafesttn.com

Quilts by members of the Smoky Mountain Quilters.

201 Badger Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9-5; Saturday-Monday, 1-4. For more information, visit the Web site or call (865) 482-1441.

By C.S. Lewis, Dramatized by Aurand Harris. June 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 @ 7:30 pm and June 24 & 27 @ 2:00 pm

At The WordPlayers' Theatre @ MCM, 1540 Robinson Rd. @ Middlebrook Pike
Adults - $10, Students/Seniors - $8, Children Under 12 yrs. - $5
Groups of 10 or more $6, Thursday Tickets: PAY WHAT YOU CAN
All tickets are general admission. Tickets available at the door with cash or check. Purchase tickets online at www.cmajor.net (Events)

Bring a new toy to The Magician's Nephew for a child age 3-13 and receive a free child or student ticket to the show! The toys will be given to children with disabilities and their siblings at Joni and Friends-Knoxville family retreats. For more information about Joni and Friends, please visit www.joniandfriends.org

The Magician's Nephew is the first book in C.S. Lewis' famed Narnia Chronicles. This play reveals the creation of the world of Narnia, holds the first confrontation between Aslan the Lion and the evil Queen Jadis, and illustrates the rewards of obedience. The Magician's Nephew explores the confrontation of good and evil as we watch young Digory and his friend Polly set forth on a series of magical adventures through mythical kingdoms and enchanted lands. Seeking a healing apple for the boy's mother, they encounter Queen Jadis and awaken her from her enchanted sleep, unleashing the power of evil in Narnia. Aslan sends Digory on a quest to bring back an apple to protect Narnia, but the same apple that could protect Narnia could also save his mother. Digory has a difficult choice to make. What will he do? Come and see how this exciting adventure unfolds.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 865-539-2490, www.wordplayers.org

By Cole Porter. Performances will be at the UT School of Music Hall. Please call (865) 584-8173 or e-mail Tnbolts @ comcast.net for further information.

Summer Concert Series - Open to the Public - in association with the Gold Award Winning Steve Kaufman's Acoustic Kamps

Alumni Gym, Maryville College, Maryville, TN

Concerts begin at 7PM Tickets are $13 in Advance and $15 at the door. All Tickets + Tax. Call 865-982-3808 or 865-983-3330 to order over the phone prior to the day of the show or stop by Murlin's Music World to pick up tickets.

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Monday, June 15
Steve Kaufman (TN) and Friends, Steve Baughman (CA), Cindy Gray (NV), Mike Clemmer (TN)

Tuesday, June 16
Fred Sokolow (CA), Mike Muddox (CO), Evie Laden (CA), Keith Yoder (ID)

Wednesday, June 17
Rusty Holloway (TN), Casey Henry (TN), Rolly Brown (PA), Johnny Bellar (TN)

Thursday, June 18
Laura Boosinger (NC), Jeff Jenkins (TN), Stacy Phillips (CT), Just Us Bluegrass Band (TN)

Friday, June 19
Mark Cosgrove (PA), Chris Proctor (UT), Dan Crary (CA), Bobby Hicks (NC), Kamp Kompanions

Saturday, June 20
Steve Kaufman and the Instructor Concert Finale

Monday, June 22
Steve Kaufman (TN) and Friends, Keith Yoder (ID), Andy Owens (NC), Eric Thompson (CA)

Tuesday, June 23
Robin Kessinger (WV), Mike Kaufman (NJ), Kathy Chiavola (TN), Gary Davis (TN), Scott Nygaard (CA)

Wednesday, June 24
Tony McManus (Scotland), Cindy Gray (NV), Casey Henry (TN), John Moore (CO), Just Us Bluegrass Band (TN)

Thursday, June 25
Robin Bullock (DC), Bill Keith (NY), Beppe Gambetta (Italy), Bill Evans (CA) John Reischman (Canada)

Friday, June 26
The Kruger Brothers (Switzerland), Don Stiernberg (IL), John Carlini (NJ), David Harvey (TN), Kamp Kompanions

Saturday, June 27
Steve Kaufman and the Instructor Concert Finale

Go to Steve Kaufman's Acoustic Kamps at Maryville College www.acoustic-kamp.com for more information on each of the performers. Also look for the "Discount Coupons" at www.acoustic-kamp.com