Calendar of Events

Reception: Fri., Sept. 18, 6:30-8:30PM

213 Hotel Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37918. Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 9-5, Wednesday & Friday 10-5, Saturday 9-1. More information: (865) 357-2787, www.fountaincityart.org

The Knoxville Chapter of the Embroiderer's Guild of America (EGA) will host an exhibit at the Farragut Town Hall. Times are Friday, Sept. 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a 7 p.m. special presentation and reception; Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 20 from 1 to 5 p.m. The exhibit will highlight two Knoxville members who have reached a level of expertise in a particular embroidery technique and achieved the designation of Master Craftsman. Lois Threlkeld, current Knoxville EGA president, was awarded Master Craftsman in Counted Thread in spring 2009. Mary Busey has earned the Master Craftsman designation in both Counted Thread and Crewel. In addition, the exhibit will feature a special presentation by designer Darlene Lara on Friday, Sept. 18 beginning at 7 p.m. in the Board Room of the Town Hall. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Lara will discuss the meaning and importance of samplers, including where they came from, why they exist, who stitched them and who was the teacher. She will also discuss the various styles of samplers that were stitched in different countries and will have three antique samplers - and her exact reproductions of them - on display. Light refreshments will follow the presentation. The embroidery exhibit is free and open to the public. 11408 Municipal Center Drive, across from the Farragut Branch Post Office. For more information: 966-7057, anne.lagrow@townoffarragut.org

409 S. Gay St. (between Yee-Haw & Downtown Wine & Spirits) Featuring locally crafted housewares, apparel & accessories from local & regional vendors, recycled stationery, belt buckles & tire planters; apparel, bags, scarves, soap, art & more. Open House Friday, Sept. 18, 5-9 pm. Evening entertainment by Nathan Moses begins at 6:30pm. Hours: Friday: 12-9, Saturday: 10-9, Sunday: 1 – 5.

Mark your calendar for May 22 and September 18. Details coming soon!

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

String quartets from The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra give FREE performances at Borders – Books, Music and Movies throughout the season. These performances will take place in the café and will feature light classical music. For more information call 865-291-3310 or visit www.knoxvillesymphony.com

Knoxville's unique live music experience on select Fridays in the museum's Great Hall. Non-smoking, two cash bars, dancing, catering, family-friendly and great for a date. Free parking. Admission is usually $8 for non-members, $4 for members and students.

1050 World's Fair Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37916. Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 10am-5pm, Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday 1pm-5pm. For more information: (865) 525-6101, www.knoxart.org

Information: 865-215-8830, www.east-tennessee-history.org

Reception on September 18, 6:00-9:00 PM. The reception is free and open to the public. On view will be work by four students, each of whom is spending the month of September working in the studios of the UT School of Art. 113 South Gay Street. For more information, call 865-974-3407.

September 17-19 in Kodak

World-class bands, camping on the farm, food and arts and crafts. www.dumplinvalleybluegrass.com

The annual Latino Arts Exhibition at the Knoxville Museum of Art honors Hispanic Heritage Month. Widen your horizons for free! 1050 World's Fair Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37916. Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 10am-5pm, Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday 1pm-5pm. Free parking. For more information: (865) 525-6101, www.knoxart.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.