Calendar of Events

Reception June 25, 6:30-8:30 PM. Open to all artists and is both juried and judged with 10 or more monetary prizes in 2-D and 3-D categories. This year’s show was judged and juried by Adam Alfrey, Curator of Exhibits for the East TN Historical Society, the McClung Historical Collection, and the Knoxville Public Library.

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

Monteverdi's Roman masterpiece. Adults: $10.00; Students Under 12: $5.00
At the MASPA Theater. Information: 423-351-9013, www.masparts.org

Paul Newman and Robert Redford set the standard for the "buddy film" with this box office smash set in the Old West. The Sundance Kid is the frontier's fastest gun. His sidekick, Butch Cassidy, is always dreaming up new ways to get rich fast. If only they could blow open a baggage car without also blowing up the money-filled safe inside... Or remember that Sundance can't swim before they escape a posse by leaping off a cliff into rushing rapids... Times are changing in the west and life is getting tougher. So Butch and Sundance pack their guns, don new duds, and, with Sundance's girlfriend (Katharine Ross), head down to Bolivia. Never mind that they don't speak Spanish - they'll manage somehow.

25 Jun 2010 at 8:00PM and 27 Jun 2010 at 2:00PM

Historic Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com. For tickets: 865-684-1200, 865-656-4444, www.knoxvilletickets.com

Vibrant art crawl on the last Friday of every month at various locations in downtown Maryville. Coordinated by the Maryville Arts Coalition who has enlisted local businesses of all types to help foster its emerging art scene. Directions: From downtown Knoxville, take Alcoa Hwy past the airport. Veer left at the split (411). Pass the Sun Trust, Food City, and Kroger on your right and take a right on Broadway. Park at either of the two big parking lots on your left. Information: www.maryvilleartwalk.com

At the Clayton Center for the Arts, Maryville, Tennessee.

Tennessee Children’s Dance Ensemble: 865-588-8842, www.tcdedance.org

Brown bag luncheon & video presentation.

Oak Ridge Art Center, 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9AM-5PM; Saturday-Monday, 1-4PM. For information: 865-482-1441, www.oakridgeartcenter.org

The public is invited to spend an afternoon in the "Old West" for the “Western Writers Roundup” at the East Tennessee History Center as part of the Western Writers of America Conference on June 25. At 2 pm the public is invited to set in on a panel of local and national Crockett scholars and experts as they tackle the legend and lore of David Crockett. From 4-5:30 guests will enjoy free admission to the Museum of East Tennessee History to see "Betsy" Crockett's first rifle as well as other artifacts from when East Tennessee was the "first frontier". From 5:30-7:30 pm visitors can meet the more than 50 nationally known western writers, representing more than 150 different book titles. For a full list of books and authors attending or more information visit www.eastTNhistory.org.

East Tennessee Historical Society, 601 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Museum hours: Monday-Friday: 9AM-4PM; Saturday: 10AM-4PM; Sunday: 1-5PM. For information: 865-215-8824, www.easttnhistory.org

Artists around Blount County have put their creative touch on a selection of chairs to be auctioned off in support of adult literacy and the arts in the community. The event is free and everyone is invited. Co-sponsored by the Adult Education Foundation of Blount County and Fine Arts Blount, the auction will feature chairs of every style, from rockers to children’s benches. The talents of local artists include painting, fabric, fiber works and beading on the chairs which are one of a kind artistic creations. The chairs have been on display at various stores, offices and restaurants throughout Maryville. Prior to the auction, the public will have an opportunity to vote for their favorite chairs and awards will be presented to the artists. Auctioneer Steve Samples will start the auction at Fine Arts Blount, 106 E. Broadway, Maryville. The Adult Education Foundation of Blount County, a non-profit organization, works with under-educated adults to provide a second chance for education in basic reading, writing, math, English and computer skills. Fine Arts Blount, a non-profit organization, brings art to the community through art shows, adult and children’s classes, workshops, art-related events and community festivals. Info: 865-982-0898, www.fineartsblount.com

African American Appalachian Arts, Inc. (AAAA); City of Knoxville; Cornerstone Foundation; Knox County Government; Tennessee Arts Commission; Green Mountain Coffee (Sponsors of Kuumba Kamp); Pilot Travel Centers, LLC.; WBIR; Knoxville News Sentinel; WUOT; UT Minority Student Affairs; UT Black Cultural Programming Committee. and area sponsors are delighted to present one of Knoxville's most anticipated and attended events the KUUMBA Festival 2010, June 24 through June 27, 2010 at four premier locations throughout Knoxville: Knoxville Museum of Art, Downtown/Market Square and Chilhowee Park.

KUUMBA (Ki-swahili for "creative") Festival is a multi-event celebration with more than 200 entertainers performing throughout the festival, demonstrations, and service by more than 100 crafts' people and food vendors. (AAAA) Chair says, "This is going to be the best KUUMBA ever and a marvelous time that people will remember for years to come." The KUUMBA Festival is the largest African American Cultural Arts Festival in East Tennessee.

Beginning Thursday, June 24, KUUMBA kicks off at the Knoxville Museum of Art from 5 PM - 9 PM with African Food featuring "A Taste of Africa Buffet;" artist exhibits: silent auction with art work by Bobbi Crews. Featuring performing Artist Chocolate: Christian Comedian, Live Jazz band, Knoxville’s own Kuumba Watoto Drum & Dance Company, Ekpe!: Master Storyteller and Musician. Spoken Word Café featuring Knoxville Poetry Slam. Hosted by Bert Tanner, singer/ storyteller/ performance artist/ Actor: renowned artist of the “Carpetbag Theater”
Admission: $10.00.
Continuing on Friday, June 25, from 11 AM - 2 PM is the Kuumba Youth Arts Extravaganza on Market Square. Also, starting in Downtown Knoxville at 6 PM the JUNKANU Parade 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 at 8 PM. Featuring R&B Artist Steph Jones opening for recording Artist Vivian Green!
Saturday, On June 26 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 featuring local and up and coming Artist, Kuumba Watoto Dance and Drum Company and the Free Spirit Stilt Walker will precession through the festival. On Saturday at 8pm the main act will perform Recording Artists Ginuwine. Admissions: $5.00 before 5PM; $10.00 after 5PM. children 6yrs. & under FREE.

Ending on Sunday, June 27, 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. Last, the premier artist, The Temptations Revue, a tribute featuring Nate Evans will perform at 7pm. Admissions: $5.00 before 5PM; $10.00 after 5PM; children 6yrs. & under FREE.

Info: http://sites.google.com/site/kuumbafestival/, 865-546-9705, kuumbafestival@myspace.com

The Alice Project is an educational software that teaches students computer programming in a 3D environment. This two-week course takes place Tuesday-Friday for $80 (HOLA members) and $160 (non-members). The class is taught in English and Spanish by college instructor Isabel Rosenblitt. 100 S. Gay Street, Suite 109, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-335-3358, www.alice.org

East Tennessee Historical Society, 601 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Museum hours: Monday-Friday: 9AM-4PM; Saturday: 10AM-4PM; Sunday: 1-5PM. For information: 865-215-8824, www.easttnhistory.org

1st through 5th Grades. How do animals survive? During this week of camp, we will be exploring some special adaptations of plants and animals. To register call Sarah Brobst, 577-4717, ext. 24 or e-mail: sbrobst@ijams.org.

Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920. Hours: Grounds and trails open during daylight hours. Visitor Center: Monday: by appointment only for tour groups and school trips; Tuesday-Saturday: 9AM-5PM; Sunday: 1-5PM (March 1 - November 30). For information: 865-577-4717, www.ijams.org