Calendar of Events

At the Knoxville Visitors Center
The first Friday of every month is Knoxville’s gallery hop, when art exhibitions and performances abound throughout downtown. And here in the Knoxville Visitor Center, we're bringing the house down with alt-country pioneers 6 String Drag. Join us live at 7pm or on the radio with host Nelson Gullett.

Information: 865-544-1029, www.wdvx.com, http://www.tennesseeshines.com

619 N. Broadway
Celebrate the launch of our Kickstarter campaign to transform The Knox Heritage Art & Salvage Shop!

1300 N. Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: 865-523-8008, www.knoxheritage.org

100 South Gay Street - in the Black Box

In celebration of Women's History Month, pianist/vocalist Emily Mathis leads an all-star cast through a tribute to some of the great female composers and performers from jazz history. Dorothy Fields, Billie Holiday, Peggy Lee and Mary Lou Williams are among the artists whose work will be highlighted. The evening's song selection will include "God Bless the Child," "Willow Weep for Me" and others. Performers include Kelle Jolly, vocals; Emily Mathis, vocals and piano; Pamela Klicka, trumpet; and Cheryl Dow, bass. Free admission!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1553096631631191

10 a.m.-8 p.m. March 5, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. March 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. March 7 (Half-price day) The Grande at Knoxville EXPO Center, 5441 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, Tennessee 37912

A three-day Spring/Summer pop-up children’s consignment sale event. Shop for baby equipment, cloth diapers, strollers and clothes, gently-worn kids’ clothing, toys and books for up to 50-90% off regular retail prices. All in one place, at one time. This season expect to find deals on Easter outfits, outdoor toys and sporting goods. Shop popular brands for picky teens in the new Juniors’ boutique area. Free admission and parking. Pay $5 at the door and shop early at the Charity pre-sale between 6-8 p.m. March 4. (Proceeds to benefit Kingwood School for children). More info: http://thepickychick.com/; follow on Instagram @thepickychick and on Facebook for regular updates.

Contact: beth@thepickychick.com; 865- 789-7525

Ijams Hallway Gallery Presents: The Artwork of Broadway Studio and Gallery Artists

This month's Hallway Gallery shows off the amazing collaboration of the artists of Broadway Studio and Gallery. Bright, colorful, and diverse- you won't want to miss out on seeing the first group showing of these talented artists.

More events at http://ijams.org/events/. Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920. Hours: Grounds and trails open during daylight hours. Call for Visitor Center hours. Information: 865-577-4717, www.ijams.org

The Southern Graphic Council International Printmaking Conference is March 18-21. The Art Market Gallery is exhibiting "Mapping the Mississippi", one of 15 Southern Graphic Council portfolio exchanges that will be on display. Exhibition dates are March 3-29. There is a night walk on Thursday March 19 and the Art Market Gallery will be open 5:30-9:00 PM for visitors on this evening. Refreshments will be served.

Owned and operated by 62 professional regional artists, the Art Market Gallery, at 422 South Gay St., is a few doors from Mast General Store and next to Downtown Grill & Brewery. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday; and 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday. The gallery is wheelchair accessible, and parking in the abutting garage and on the street is free on weekends and after 6 p.m. weekdays. For more information, call 865-525-5265, or visit artmarketgallery.net, or facebook.com/Art.Market.Gallery.

Southern Appalachian Photography Society exhibition

Fountain City Art Center, 213 Hotel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37918. Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 9AM-5PM; Wednesday & Friday, 10AM-5PM; 2nd and 3rd Saturdays, 9AM-1PM. Information: 865-357-2787, www.fountaincityartctr.com

Tuesday, March 3: The Kickoff Event

Wednesday, March 4: Fashion in Film & Special Effects in Makeup & Couture Hair Runway Shows

Thursday, March 5: Accessories Showcase & The Emerging Designer Runway

Friday, March 6: Swimwear, Rock-n-Roll & The Men's Show

Saturday, March 7: The Grand Finale Runway Event

www.knoxvillefashionweek.com

March 2: "5 Wine Bottles" - Barley's (Maryville), 6 pm

March 4: "Colorful Stony Shore" - Blue Coast Grill, 6 pm

March 10: "Masquerade" - Mimi's Cafe, 6 pm

March 12: "Birds on a Wire" - Hurricane Grill and Wings, 6 pm

March 17: "Tennessee Theater at Night" - Dead End BBQ (Maryville), 6 pm

March 18: "On Top of Ol' Smoky" **DATE NIGHT** - Blue Coast Grille, 6 pm

March 22: "Blue Willow" - Mind Yer P's and Q's (Farragut), 5 pm

March 25: "All that Jazz" - The Crown and Goose, 6 pm

March 26: "London Police Box" - The Original Copper Cellar, 6 pm

March 27: "Champagne Glasses" - Meadow Country Club (Louisville), 6 pm

March 31: "Psychedelic Seascape" - Stir Fry Cafe, 6 pm

Wine & Canvas: Knoxville, TN, 865-356-9179, http://www.wineandcanvas.com/knoxville-tn.html

March 01-31 Ijams Hike-A-Thon 2015
March 10, 2015 SCIENCE CAFÉ: Plugging in to the Future
March 13, 2015 SPECIAL EVENT: Friday the 13th Horror Movie Night
March 14, 2015 PEG’S KITCHEN: Breakfast is Served
March 14, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
March 14, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
March 14, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
March 14, 2015 IJAMS BIRDING SERIES: Woodcock Supper Walk
March 20, 2015 SPECIAL EVENT: Carpetbag Theater Salon Performance
March 21, 2015 IJAMS BIRDING SERIES: Backyard Birding Basics
March 21, 2015 PUBLIC PROGRAM: Wagging Walk
March 21, 2015 PEG’S KITCHEN: Breakfast is Served
March 21, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
March 21, 2015 SPECIAL PROGRAM: Mason Jar Crafts
March 21, 2015 IJAMS BIRDING SERIES: Junior Backyard Birding Basics
March 21, 2015 TENNESSEE NATURALIST PROGRAM: Introduction
March 21, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
March 21, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
March 27, 2015 SPECIAL EVENT: Magical Harry Potter Cocktails
March 28, 2015 IJAMS SANCTUARY SERIES: Shinrin Yoku Walks
March 28, 2015 TENNESSEE NATURALIST PROGRAM: Ferns and Flowers

Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920. Hours: Grounds and trails open during daylight hours. Call for Visitor Center hours. Information: 865-577-4717, www.ijams.org

What: The Town of Farragut Arts Council will sponsor the 2015 Farragut Intermediate School Art Show this winter at the Farragut Town Hall. Don't miss this opportunity to marvel at the work of some of Farragut's most talented young artists. Awards will be given for best in show and first, second and third places during a reception on Tuesday, March 3.

When: Monday, Feb. 23 - Friday, March 6 - During regular Town Hall hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Reception: Tuesday, March 3 - 4:30 - 6 p.m.

Where: Farragut Town Hall
11408 Municipal Center Drive, across from the Farragut Branch Post Office

How: The art show and reception are free and open to the public. For more information, contact Special Events and Program Coordinator Lauren Cox at lauren.cox@townoffarragut.org or 966-7057.

Fountain City Art Center cordially invites you to attend the opening reception for the Knoxville Book Arts Guild, along with Watercolors by students of Mary Secrist and Kate McCullough, and the Southern Appalachian Photography Society exhibition. The reception will be held 6:30-8:00 PM, Friday, March 6.

Fountain City Art Center, 213 Hotel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37918. Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 9AM-5PM; Wednesday & Friday, 10AM-5PM; 2nd and 3rd Saturdays, 9AM-1PM. Information: 865-357-2787, www.fountaincityartctr.com