Calendar of Events

Starring vocalist Karrin Allyson. At the Bijou Theatre. Full details are at http://www.knoxjazz.org or call (865) 573-3226.

213 Hotel Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37918. Information: 865-357-2787, www.fountaincityart.com

Turn on your animal magnetism at the most unique Valentine’s Day event in
Knoxville; “Jungle Love”, an after-hours event for adults that celebrates the mating game. “Jungle Love” attendees will get the evening started with a happy hour at Penguin Rock, where they will have the chance to meet Gypsy penguin and hear about the romantic (and dramatic) entanglements that have taken place among the zoo’s flock of penguins. Afterwards, it’s off to the Pilot Traveling Exhibit Building for heavy hors d’oeuvres, another round of beverages and the evening’s feature event, “The
Mating Game: Who’s In Charge”, a racy presentation about love in the animal world given by Kevin Hils, Knoxville Zoo’s Director of Education. Seating for “Jungle Love” is limited, and advanced reservations are required. Cost to attend is $35 per person, and
includes beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment.

Knoxville Zoo, 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive, Knoxville, TN 37914. Open every day except Christmas. For information: 865-637-5331, www.knoxville-zoo.org

Rain or Shine! Proceeds to benefit Young-Williams Animal Center!
11 AM - Third Annual Costume Parade for Dogs - PARADE BEGINS at the new Downtown PetSafe Dog Park on the corner of Summit Hill Drive & Central Avenue and continues through the Old City to Gay Street and PARADE ENDS at Market Square.
12 NOON to 2 PM - Festivities on Market Square, including $10 Microchips and Rabies Vaccinations; Animal Rescue Groups & Pet-Related Product Vendors
http://www.cityofknoxville.org/mardigrowl/default.asp.

By Terrence McNally and directed by Biz Lyon. Winner of the Dramatists Guild Hull Warriner Award. A critical and popular success, this bittersweet comedy combines poignancy and laughter as it traces the unlikely romance that begins to develop between two middle-aged "losers." NOTE: This production contains mature themes and language that may be unsuitable for children. Parental discretion is advised.
Performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8:00 PM and Sunday at 3:00 PM. Tickets are $10 plus fees for Thursday & Sunday; $15 plus fees for Friday & Saturday. For more information on the show: 865-544-1999, www.theatreknoxville.com

Based on the novel by J. R. R. Tolkein. Performances: February 12 through 27, 2010. Located at 800 Tyson Street, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: 865-599-5284, www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com, info@childrenstheatreknoxville.com.

Friday, February 12, 5:00pm-8:00pm - Gallery Opening which will feature recent works by Kit Hoefer, Katpeacent & The Pogue Project, and Larry the Photo Guy. Works featured will include paintings, screened-textiles, photographs, drawings & prints. This exhibition promises colorful relief to a dreary winter weekend. The Art Opening is FREE to the public.
Saturday evening February 13, starting at 8:00 p.m. - ScareKrow and DeLacey will give a special performance to benefit the historic restoration of the Candoro Marble Building . This musical alliance will offer a unique experience within the marble walls. A suggested donation of $8 at the door will include refreshments.
Sunday Feb. 14 - The Candoro Building will be open 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. for viewing of the current art exhibition.

The Candoro Marble Building is on the National Register of Historic Places. Proceeds and donations are used to restore the Charles Barber--designed structure and to develop a Marble Museum. Candoro Marble Arts & Heritage Center, 681 Maryville Pike, Knoxville, TN. Information: 865-577-0078.

Knoxville is gearing up to dance the weekend away at the 2010 Tennessee State Dance Championships, which will take place at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium. Dancers, ranging in ages five to 19, from all over Tennessee will head to Knoxville for a chance to win in their division. Every type of dance, from hip-hop and jazz to ballet and musical theater, will take place at this exciting event. There is also a category dedicated specifically to teachers of dance. On Feb. 12, free dance classes will be offered at 6:30 p.m. at the Knoxville Marriott to registered participants. Two classes will be instructed by accomplished Broadway performer Judine Somerville. Judine has appeared at Radio City Music Hall as a “Rockette” and in several Broadway productions, including Hairspray. In its second year, the Tennessee State Dance Championship is a chance for dancers from all across the state to perform in a positive and encouraging environment. It is also a chance for dancers to experience the thrill of a real-life competition, with experienced judges, on-time performance schedules, and helpful feedback. For more information on the competition, contact Dan Lipps, National Director, at (843) 357-7484 or information@statedancechampionships.com.

It’s a rusty old machine gun, with tattered strap and battle-scarred wooden stock—not even very large by today’s standards. By itself, it’s not that impressive. But mention the name Sgt. Alvin C. York, and this war relic takes on special meaning. It represents “the flag on the hill,” a brave deed by a backwoods soldier who remained cool under fire, silencing machine gun nests that were raining a firestorm of bullets on Allied troops. York was the leader of seven men who captured 132 German machine gunners on October 8, 1918, in the Battle of the Argonne Forest in northern France. For this heroic deed, York received the National Medal of Honor and became the most decorated soldier of World War I. This M1908/15 Maxim light machine gun is documented as one of the German weapons confiscated on that day. This historic artifact will become the centerpiece of an already extensive exhibit at the Museum, revealing the man behind the medals—a simple and honest East Tennessee backwoodsman who used his fame to help others. A special exhibit at the Museum will include items on loan from the York family.

Museum of Appalachia, 2819 Andersonville Hwy., Clinton, TN 37716. Hours: February: 10 AM to 4 PM weekdays, 10 AM to 5 PM weekends; March: 10 AM to 5 PM weekdays, 10 AM to 6 PM weekends.Information: 865-494-7680, www.museumofappalachia.org

Open house and reception with the artist on February 5 from 6-8 PM. If you’ve visited the Performing Arts Studio lately, you’ve no doubt been drawn into “The Mind Mapping Project”, Zach’s exhibition of vibrant, intriguing mixed media paintings. We hope you’ll join us for a night of art appreciation! Knoxville Arts and Fine Crafts Center, 1127 Broadway Suite B, Knoxville, TN 37917. For information: 865-523-1401, www.cityofknoxville.org/recreation/arts

Paintings, watercolors, prints and drawings by Bruce D. Busey will be on exhibit at Regas Restaurant during the month of February. The exhibit is a part of Knoxville's First Friday ArtWalk. Also on exhibit will be acrylic paintings by Asheville artist, Sharon Trammel, Professor of Fine Art at Asheville Buncombe Community College. Works inspired by performers, personalities and events of Asheville, North Carolina. Website: www.sharontrammel.com. For more information contact: B. D. Busey, 865-379-8263 or 865-548-4253.

Regas Restaurant, 318 N. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37917. For information: 865-522-6055, www.thechophouse.com

First Friday Opening, February 5, 5-8 p.m. The Trunk Show will highlight several collections by Philippa Roberts and includes over 75 individual pieces of jewelry. California designer Philippa Roberts' stunning collection of jewelry illustrates
her love for clean lines and soft colors. Born in South Africa to a jewelry making family, Philippa was naturally drawn to working with metals and stones. She graduated from Miami University in Ohio with a BFA in metal design and photography before moving to San Francisco in 1995. Her daily walks along the coast of the Pacific cean inspire much of her creativity. From the clean, blue stones in many of her pieces to the simple replication of a dragonfly on a necklace, her work stems from the nature around her. She also incorporates a feeling of the urban, with lines and patterns that imitate architecture and design seen around the city. Philippa integrates silver and gold with different colored stones, adding texture, shape and hue to her designs. She forms all the original pieces by carving in wax or fabricating in metal. Using silver as her main medium, Philippa creates necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings that can be worn formally or informally, with an appeal to all ages.

Hanson Fine Art & Craft Gallery, 5607 Kingston Pk, Knoxville, TN 37919. Hours: Monday-Friday 10AM-5:30PM; Saturday 10AM-5PM. For information: 865-584-6097, www.hansongallery.com