Calendar of Events

At 26, Matt Belsante performs like a seasoned entertainer well beyond his years. Maybe it was the old Sinatra records that he listened to with his Grandfather. Or maybe it was the steady diet of Coltrane, Ellington, Basie and Fitzgerald he was fed at home. Whatever it was, the Nashvillemusic industry took notice following a performance with the Nashville Jazz Orchestra when Matt sang as if he was channeling Sinatra himself. While attending VanderbiltUniversity’s Blair School of Music, Matt was recruited to sing for the Blair Big Band. Matt’s latest recording, “Blame It On My Youth,” a series of covers of classic Jazz and Big Band standards, was released to rave reviews. From his Grandfather’s lap to the stage, television and the web, Matt’s musical journey is only just beginning. Keep your eyes and ears on this young crooner as he continues his rise to the top! www.mattbelsante.com

At Hiwassee College, Madisonville. Buy Tickets: Adult $20 ($18/advance); Student $10. Students must show ID at box office. Monroe Area Council for the Arts: 423-442-3210, www.monroearts.com

On the second Friday of each month. All ages and experience levels are welcome to participate in this event. This is a fun family event. Kids love the Raku process. Or it could be a great ''date night'' event. Plus, you will be taking home a beautiful piece of art to decorate your home that you helped create! Hope to see you there! The fee includes your choice of one handmade bisque piece, use of our studio raku glazes, glazing instruction and the firing.

Mighty Mud, 2444 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11-6PM. For information: 865-595-1900, www.mightymudclay.com

May 11, from 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Remedy Coffee, 125 West Jackson Ave, Knoxville.
For more information, please visit http://art.utk.edu/graphic_design.

Features selections from the History Center's collection of works from the 1800s to the 1900s. Extended through October 14, 2012.
Exhibition open daily, Mon. - Fri. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM,
Sun. 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Admission: ETHS members free, children 16 and under free, Adults $5, Seniors $4.
For more information call 865 215 8830 or visit www.eastTNhistory.org.
The Museum of East Tennessee History is located in the East Tennessee History Center at 601 South Gay Street in downtown Knoxville.

Bike, Canoe and Paddle Board Rentals at Mead's Quarry!
Fridays: Noon - 8:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Sundays: Noon - 7:00pm

In partnership with River Sports Outfitters Ijams kicks off a new season of recreational rentals this weekend. Rent a hybrid or mountain bike and enjoy the Greenway or mountain bike trails through Ross Marble Natural Area. Or try out a canoe or paddle board on Mead's Quarry Lake.

Pricing:
Bike rentals - $22 for half day per person or $37.50 all day per person
Canoes & Paddle Boards - $11 for per hour per boat
All prices include tax.
A valid driver's license or state identification will be required to rent and will be held as security during the rental period. For more information http://www.ijams.org.

The Town of Farragut Arts Council presents Paul Tinnel as the featured artist for May and June. Located at the Farragut Town Hall, his exhibit showcases handmade wood bowls created by the art of segmented bowl turning.

Tinnel, a Lenoir City, Tenn. native, is an Air Force veteran and is retired from Y-12 in Oak Ridge. Having always had an interest in building and repairing, he began woodworking as a hobby in 1986. Over time, Tinnel has produced a wide variety of items, both decorative and functional, including traditionally turned, solid wood bowls. Around 2008, he developed an interest in the challenge and art of segmented bowl turning. With approximately 100 bowls now to his credit, Tinnel continues to produce a variety of bowl styles using a number of different wood species. His work is also a featured exhibit at The Town Framery in Farragut.

The Farragut Town Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at 11408 Municipal Center Drive directly across from the Farragut Branch Post Office.

Graduating seniors in the School of Art and the College of Architecture and Design are honored each year when selected by committee as the top students among their peers.

Exhibitors from the School of Art include William Lang, Bill Warden, Anna Boyd, Dean Yasko, Danielle Jodoin, and A.C. Wilson.
Exhibitors from the College of Architecture include Rodney Calvin, Annie Stone, Claire Craven, Mitchell Riggleman, Amanda Gann, Lauren McCarty, Valerie Friedmann, and Adam Richards.
Megan Zolnier will exhibit a project from the Interior Design program.

GALLERY HOURS: Mon - Fri 10-5PM, Sun 1-4PM

For additional information on this exhibition or lecture, please call the Ewing Gallery at 865.974.3200 or visit us online at www.ewing-gallery.utk.edu.

Thursday 5/10
Caitlin Cannon and Ashley Edwards
Sara Swenson

Friday 5/11
The Bearded
Gladson Family

Saturday 5/12
Frazier Band
The Drawlstrings

Monday 5/14
Moors and McCumber
Miss Brown To You

Tuesday 5/15
Chet Vincent and the Big Bend
Erik Alan

Wednesday 5/16
Jay Clark
The Carper Family

Thursday 5/17
Kara Clark
Tom Kastle

Friday 5/18
Time Sawyer

Saturday 5/19
These Undowners
Side Saddle with Shane Tutmarc

Free 2-hour visitor parking located next door to the Knoxville Visitor Center. One Vision Plaza, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. FREE. For more information: 865-544-1029; www.wdvx.com

Sunday, May 5, 10 am to 2 pm , Raku Firing Workshop, with Bill Capshaw. Earlybird Cost: By April 20 $40 for Craft Center members / $50 nonmembers. After April 20 Cost: $50/$60. More details about the types of pots to bring and what to wear will be given to those who register. Beginning-Intermediate.

Saturday, June 9, 10 am to 1 pm , and 2-5 pm, Christmas in June Quilting Workshop (stockings and ornaments), with Gloria Felter. Earlybird Cost for one class: By May 17 $25 for Craft Center members / $35 nonmembers. After May 17 Cost for one class: $35/$45. Earlybird Cost for both classes: By May 17 $40 for Craft Center members, $50 nonmembers. After May 17 Cost for both classes: $50/$60. A supply list will be given to those who register. Beginning-Intermediate, though sewing experience required.

Thursday and Friday, June 14-15, Macrame Cord Lawnchair, 10 am to 2 pm , with Eiko Travaglini . Earlybird Cost: By May 21 $30 for Craft Center members / $40 nonmembers. After May 21 Cost: $40/$50. Materials will cost an additional $20-$35 (approximately) for the chair and cord. A supply list will be given to those who register or they can be purchased from the teacher. All levels.

Sunday, June 17, Greeting Card Basket, 1-6 pm, with Diane Getty. Earlybird Cost: By May 30 $20 for Craft Center members, $30 nonmembers. After May 30 Cost: $30/$40. The fee includes all supplies. All levels.

For more information go to www.appalachianarts.net.

The Knoxville Museum of Art presents Streetwise: Masters of 1960s Photography May 4-August 5, 2012.

This exhibition highlights the work of a group of eight American photographers who focused their lenses on the rapid social and political changes that transformed the nation during the turbulent 1960s. The featured images present a realistic, sometimes dire, view of America surveying the “outlaw culture” of bikers and chain gangs, Boston’s red light district known as the Combat Zone, Black Panthers, the gritty streets and neighborhoods of New York, the politically charged South, and fringe communities and subcultures around the country.

The public is invited to a preview party Thursday, May 3 from 5:30-7:30pm. This event is free and includes a gallery talk and cash bar.

The museum is located in downtown Knoxville at 1050 World’s Fair Park and is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday 10am–5pm, and Sunday 1pm-5pm. Admission and parking are free. For more information, contact Angela Thomas at 865.934.2034 or visit www.knoxart.org.

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An Opening Reception with light refreshments will take place on May 4th from 6:30 to 8 PM.

www.knxvillewatercolorsociety.com

213 Hotel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37918. Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 9AM-5PM; Wednesday & Friday, 10AM-5PM; Saturday, 9AM-1PM. For information: 865-357-2787, www.fountaincityart.org

Bliss Home will feature Bill Timm for May First Friday. A reception will be held at Bliss Home, 29 Market Square, from 6 to 9 p.m., Friday May 4th.

Bill Timm is a metal sculptor residing in Knoxville, TN, but is from traces his roots to the steel capital fo the world: Pittsburgh, PA. For ten years, Bill has created abstract and realistic sculptures from found objects. Bill is a self taught abstract and metal fabricator who has received several regional and national awards for his sculptures.

Bill’s art is viewable beginning May 4th and will remain through the end of the month.
For more information please contact Scott at info@shopinbliss.com.