Calendar of Events

May 9, June 20, July 4-5, August 1, September 13

Enjoy a train ride behind our 1925 steam engine!

More information on our excursions can be found online: www.ThreeRiversRambler.com

Grandchildren of any age can bring their grandparents to the Museum of Appalachia on that day and receive half off regular admission for grandparents. The Museum is located 16 miles north of Knoxville, one mile east of I-75, exit 122. Information: 865-494-7680, www.museumofappalachia.org

The UT School of Music proudly presents the first of three concerts in our Faculty Chamber Music Series: Music of the Ages—An Age of Elegance on Sunday, September 13 in the James R. Cox Auditorium located in the UT Alumni Memorial Building. Join the performers for light refreshments and enjoy the music of UT student chamber ensembles beginning at 3:00 p.m. The faculty concert begins at 4:00 p.m. The concert and reception are free of charge; no tickets are required. The three concerts in the series are: September 13, 2009 - "An Age of Elegance", featuring works by Mozart, Bach, and Victor Ewald ; November 15, 2009 - "An Age of Revolution", featuring works by Shostakovich, Brahms, and Messiaen; and February 4, 2010 - "An Age of Enlightenment", featuring works by Telemann, Mark Harrell, Puccini, and Malcolm Arnold. This is a fabulous opportunity to enjoy performances by world-class musicians, and get to know the faculty of the UT School of Music. The Alumni Memorial Building is located at 1408 Middle Drive on the campus of the University of Tennessee, near the north end of Neyland Stadium. The full programs can be previewed at www.music.utk.edu/chamberseries, or call (865) 974-8935.

A Show and Sale of the 2009 Collection presented by the National Institute of American Doll Artists and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts. At Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts Auditorium. For information: 865.436.5860 or www.arrowmont.org

Experience a true ‘country market' with traditional crafts, music and demonstrations.
(865) 546-0745, www.ramseyhouse.org

Admission is $5.00 per person. Children 12 and under are FREE. The festival is held in conjunction with Ft. Loudoun State Historic Area's 18th Century Trade Faire as the "Great Island" Festival. At Sequoyah Birthplace Museum, visitors can experience Tribal foods, arts and crafts demonstrations, music and dance, Cherokee encampments featuring time periods of the 1400's, 1700's, 1800's, 1900's, and up to the 20th century. Special entertainment will be provided by Native American artists and storytellers. Also on Saturday David Haggerty of the Tennessee State Parks will be here with the Birds of Prey. Come see Bill Landry of the Heartland Series doing a presentation on 18th Century Naturalist William Bartram on Saturday and Sunday. Free Cherokee name cards will be available for children 12 and under. Food and craft vendors will also be available. No carry in coolers, or pets are allowed. 576 HWY 360, Vonore, TN 37885 423-884-6246, www.sequoyahmuseum.org

Based in Knoxville, A1LabArts is a nonprofit dedicated to multi-disciplinary and experimental exploration of contemporary art issues in all media. Opening reception September 11, 6:00-8:00 PM. 2931 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919. Information: 865-335-2670, www.a1labarts.org

+ Field of Dreams (PG) on September 11
+ The Goonies (PG) on September 18
+ Kung Fu Panda (PG) on September 25
+ Casablanca (PG) on October 2
+ Wallace and Gromit in the Curse of the Were-Rabbit (G) on October 9
+ Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (PG 13) on October 16
Pull out your lawn chair or blanket and join the fun for Knoxville's favorite outdoor movies series every Friday night. For information, call 865-215-8750.

By Ed Graczyk, Directed by Courtney Woolard
Showtimes: Thursday, Friday, Saturday @ 8:00 pm and Sunday @ 3:00 pm
Tickets: Thursday, Sunday $10; Friday, Saturday $15.
319 N. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37917.  865-544-1999, www.theatreknoxville.com

by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, based on the writings of Anne Frank

Thursdays at 7 PM, Fridays at 7 PM, Saturdays at 1 PM & 5 PM, Sundays at 3 PM

865-599-5284; www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com

Fridays: September 11 - Hazel Tippo with Hazel & Company will host a salad dressing tasting; September 18 - Gloria Felter, local quilter, will demonstrate her hand-stitching; September 25 - Wendy Smith and Kathryn Byrd, local potters, will demonstrate their wares.
301 S. Gay Street (corner of Gay St & Summit Hill). 865-523-7263

Chilhowee Park

Exhibits, tractor pulls, livestock contests, music, food, and rides. Buy tickets beginning July 15 - three-day admission passes are $15. 865-215-1470 or www.tnvalleyfair.org