Calendar of Events

Touring this magnificent historic mansion in the ambience of candlelight is bound to boost your holiday spirit. You’ll also enjoy traditional holiday décor of all natural materials recalling Christmases of long ago. Seasonal music, hot drinks, and baked goods will be available for guests, and there will also be baked goods for sale. Reduced holiday rates for Christmas tours are $5.00 per person; children age 11 and under free.

Ramsey House Plantation, 2614 Thorngrove Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914. Open year around (except Mondays & Holidays). For information: 865-546-0745, www.ramseyhouse.org

A fundraiser benefiting the UT School of Music scholarship fund and featuring entertainment provided by UT School of Music Faculty and Student Artists.


At the home of Fuad and Layla Mishu

$60 donation per person suggested.

Additional scholarship donations accepted. 

R.S.V.P. 865-974-8935 (VISA, MasterCard, Discover)

Heavy hors d'oeuvres.
www.music.utk.edu/events

Talented singer-songwriters Dave Barnes and Drew Holcomb will be teaming up at the Bijou Theatre. Their duo concert will feature songs from both artists repertoire, including songs from Dave Barnes’ currently unreleased Christmas album, Very Merry Christmas.

Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information: 865-522-0832, www.knoxbijou.com. For tickets: 865-684-1200, 865-656-4444, www.knoxvilletickets.com

Join us for a brunch reception and ceremonial tree planting in honor of Trees4TwoNations. The event is hosted by The Scottish Government's Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and the Environment Richard Lochhead, Trees4Scotland, and the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum.

Trees4Scotland was founded in 2008 and is dedicated to planting native permanent woodlands in Scotland. The Knoxville Botanical Garden has begun a relationship with Trees4Scotland to promote the efforts of both organizations and to reaffirm the importance of trees to our world.

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, 2743 Wimpole Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914. Hours: Gardens open daily from sunrise to sunset. For information: 865-862-8717, www.knoxgarden.org

An exhibition by ORAC members. Reception on December 5, 2-4PM with gallery talk at 1:30 PM.

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

Everyone's holiday season should include the classic tradition of Tchaikovsky's timeless score, the Nutcracker. Accompanied by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, the sights and sounds of the ballet company's elaborate production will resonate with adults and children of all ages.

At the Knoxville Civic Auditorium on Saturday, December 4th - 8:00 pm & Sunday December 5th - 2:00 pm

At Clayton Center for the Arts on Saturday, December 11th - 2:00 pm & 8:00pm

Tickets on Sale November 16. In advance - $36, $31 and $21; At door - $41, $36 and $26. $1 facility fee has been added to each ticket price. Student and senior citizen discount $5 off. Group rates available. For Tickets: Appalachian Ballet at 865.982.8463; Knoxville shows: Tickets Unlimited at 865.656.4444; Maryville Shows: Clayton Center at 865.981.8590. www.appalachianballet.com

Hallah Art Presents “Winter Wonder”, a collection of new work by Hallah John Paul Boltik, and featuring original Hallah Art pendants created by Headstock Studios in Asheville, NC. "Winter Wonder" opens with a reception on Friday December 3rd, 7:30-10:30pm at 5201 Kingston Pike Suite 7 Knoxville, TN. The exhibit runs from December 3rd through December 31st.

Self taught fine artist, Hallah John Paul Boltik, specializes in abstract floralism and disappearing wilderness landscapes. He works primarily with oils and acrylics on canvas and wood incorporating three dimensional and carving techniques in his work. “Hallah”, as his works are signed, also paints on reclaimed materials including wood, slate, brick, stone and tile.

The Art Market Gallery of Knoxville will spotlight the work of two member artists, Fran Thie and Roger Kroll. The Gallery will host a First Friday Reception for the Featured Artists on Friday, December 3 from 5:30-9:00 PM with light refreshments.

Art Market Gallery, 422 S. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11AM-6PM; Sunday 1-5PM. For information: 865-525-5265, www.artmarketgallery.net

Based on the novel by Valentine Davies.

Friday, Dec. 3, 10, 17 at 7 PM;
Saturday, Dec. 4, 11, 18 at 1 PM and 5 PM;
Sunday, Dec. 5, 12 at 3 PM;
Thursday, Dec. 9, 16 at 7 PM;

Located at 800 Tyson Street, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: 865-599-5284, www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com, info@childrenstheatreknoxville.com.
downtown Knoxville.

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Featuring unique, locally-crafted housewares, apparel, & accessories

15 Market Square

Dates & Hours: Dec. 3rd-5th & 10th-12th (Friday - Sunday of each weekend)
Fri. 12-9, Sat. 10-9, Sun. 1-5

The opening reception will begin at 5:00pm on Friday, Dec. 3rd.
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by E.T.A Hoffman, music by Peter Tchaikovsky
Christmas’ most beloved ballet completely narrated and primarily performed by children. Roane County’s favorite Christmas tradition. Arts in Motion Dance Studio, RSCC Theatre, Harriman. Tickets are $15 and available in advance and at the door (when available). For best seating, buy in advanced ticket. Tickets go on sale on Saturday, October 23, 10 am, at Kingston Arts in Motion. For tickets call (865) 376-0295.

December 3 & 4, 7 pm
December 5, 2 pm

http://www.roanestate.edu/theatre

The Monroe Consort and soloists from the Monroe Area Opera will be performing Handel's oratorio "The Messiah" on Saturday December 4th and Sunday December 5th. The Saturday performance will be at 7:30 PM in the Sanctuary of Keith Memorial Methodist Church, 600 Madison Avenue in Athens. The Sunday performance will be at 3:00 PM in the Brown Intermediate School Auditorium, 135 Sterrett Street, Sweetwater. All tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. A special performance for area public school students will take place at Brown Intermediate School at 12:30 on Friday December 3rd. The performers will be wearing 18th Century costumes. Soloists include Sopranos Nancy Owens and Savannah Roberts, Countertenor Kyle Renfro, Mezzo-sopranos Judy Maiuri and Laura Laurence, Tenor Grae Taylor and Bass Josh Gettinger. Dr. Douglas H. Manley will accompany and Dr. Karel J. Bouse will conduct.

Monroe Area School for the Performing Arts / Monroe Area Opera: 423-351-9013, www.masparts.org