Calendar of Events

The first Saturday of each month, about 15 vendors, including paintings, screen-printing, handmade soap and beauty products, photography, mixed media, jewelry, and more will be at the Homberg Market. Food will be provided by Who Dat Dogs owned by Steve Segari and Bob Deck with Ampient music will be performing.

In the Parking Log of Davis Studio, 315 Mohican Dr., Knoxville, TN. 865-584-1219; www.ampientmusic.com

The 70 photographs presented in this stunning exhibition are drawn from the recent book, Sudan: The Land and the People, written by U.S. Ambassador Timothy Carney ( the last ambassador to Sudan) and his wife and collaborator, journalist Victoria Butler. Award-winning photographer Michael Freeman spent over two years compiling extraordinary images of the rich ethnic, cultural and geographical diversity of Africa’s largest country. Bordered by nine nations, Sudan holds the key to regional stability and prosperity. It has long had the potential to be the engine of economic development for the whole of northeastern Africa. Sudan’s wealth lies not only in its plentiful natural resources, but in its ethnic and cultural heritage.

For millennia, immigrants and invaders from the Mediterranean and the Middle East have come together and blended with African ethnic groups to produce peoples of great beauty who share a turbulent past and rich cultural heritage. Armed conflict, drought and famine have plagued Sudan since its independence in 1956.

McClung Museum, 1327 Circle Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37996. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9AM-5PM; Sunday, 1-5PM. For information: 865-974-2144, http://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu

Once again we visit downtown locations where you've never set foot-upstairs, downstairs, new constructions, under-construction, and surprising views.
Bring your sense of adventure and wear your sensible shoes. You'll enjoy delightful treats from downtown restauranteurs.

Knox Heritage: 865-523-8008, www.knoxheritage.org

June 4, 8:00 PM – midnight: Photography Exhibition at Bliss in the Old City
View the newest exhibition by the Rifle Print Company entitled “Dangerous Beauty”, which opens on Saturday, June 4 with a silent auction where proceeds benefit various charities. Cash bar. Award-winning photographer Don Dudenbostel has endeavored to capture beautiful women holding exotic weapons. Information: 865-525-6369 or www.rifleprints.com

Bliss Entertainment Venue, 118 S. Central Street in the Old City.
www.rifleprints.com

Subject: [Knox-EarthDrum] New Meetup: Kuumba Night!
To: <Knox-EarthDrum-announce@meetup.com>Join us for an evening of drumming at Kuumba Night! The event will kick off with a drum circle facilitated by Obayana Ajanaku; regardless of your experience, Oba will help you get the most from this jam, whether it's improving your technique, finding your inner rhythm, discovering your space within the music or sharing energy with fellow drummers. And no worries if you don't have your own drum: Oba will provide spare djembes for free.

Following the drum circle will be a special performance by Oba's West African orchestra, Kuumba Kahn. For anyone wanting to witness the pure and powerful energy of traditional West African music, this is a must see. All dancers and hoopers are invited!

So come drum with us for a great cause on Kuumba Night and experience the magic of traditional West African music.

COST: $7 per person / drum rentals are FREE

Broadway Academy of Performing Arts
706 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37917
www.broadwayacademyknoxville.com

The Knoxville Writers' Guild will sponsor the workshop, "You've Written a Book, Now What?" with author and editor Chris Hebert at the Redeemer Church, 1642 Highland Ave. Cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members.

"Writing a book is just the first of many challenges," Hebert said. "Having written it, what do you do next? There are as many different types of outlets for books as there are types of books themselves. It can be hard for a writer-especially a first-time writer-to know where to begin."

"In this workshop we'll discuss these questions and others," he said. "And we'll talk about how to think about your own work in the way publishers do."

Knoxville Writer’s Guild: 865-330-3606, www.knoxvillewritersguild.org

"NIKON SMALL WORLD" traveling exhibition of 20 award winning photomicrographs that allow the museum visitor to see the unseen. Dynamic images at the intersection of science and art show the beauty and complexity of life as seen through a light microscope. AMSE Lobby.

American Museum of Science & Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM; Sunday 1-5PM. For information: 865-576-3200, www.amse.org

Come out, check out, and bid on over 90 photos of beautiful and creative images, painted on the chests of amazing women!

It's the 3rd Annual Support the Tatas Fundraiser!!

The auction starts at 6pm and bidding closes at 8:30pm. The highest bid wins, and the proceeds go to a local breast cancer survivor.

Only CASH or CHECK will be accepted. Bidding starts at $45/photo

Join us for wine, snacks, Bellydancing and awesome photos!

If you can't make it Friday, the images will be available for viewing all month at URBhana.

URBhana, 115 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information: 865-951-5454, www.urbhana.com

A very serious exhibition featuring work/play by nine emerging and established international artists. Show curated by Hali Maltsberger.
Works by: Thane Lund, Giorgio Sadotti, Kevin Van Aelst, Sean Naftel, Brian Nigus, Kiernan Dunn, Beka Peralta, Hali Maltsberger, Joshua Jobb.

Opening Reception June 3, 2011 6-10 PM

8 Shooters Studio, 1202 Central, Knoxville, TN 37919
Information: www.a1labarts.org

Exhibiting together for the First time, a selection of five UT’s Visiting Artists showcase their most recent works in the group exhibition entitled Being There. Artists included John Bissonett, Can Birand, Nick DeFord, Pam Jorden & Michal Puszczynski. These five outstanding national & international artists will display wall-hung works alongside sculpture pieces produced within the last year. Working independently, each past or present UT Visiting Artists shows the variety of concepts and materials that drive their independent practices.

UT Downtown Gallery, 106 S. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Wednesday-Friday: 11AM - 6PM; Saturday: 10AM - 3PM. For information: 865-673-0802, http://web.utk.edu/~downtown

A satirical revue.

Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 319 N. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37917. 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 information: 865-544-1999, www.theatreknoxville.com. For tickets: 865-523-7521, www.KnoxTIX.com

"Forbidden Knoxville," a Satirical revue is back--the singing, the dancing, the horror!
Starring: Cathy Rea Vilbrey, Bill Howard, Reggie Law, Anne Millett, Michael Peng, Dana Wham. written by Jayne Morgan and musical direction by: Vicki Masters.

Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 319 N. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37917. 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 information: 865-544-1999, www.theatreknoxville.com. For tickets: 865-523-7521, www.KnoxTIX.com