Calendar of Events

Join us when our new shows open!
"A Life’s Work: Phyllis Wichner" will include collages, prints, and batiks in the Long Gallery and "Family Ties: Kniseley & Van Wyk" will be composed of paintings by Father & Daughter, Ralph Kniseley and Susan Van Wyk.

Opening reception Saturday, May 9 from 7 to 9 PM. A Gallery Talk will be held at 6:30 PM.

Oak Ridge Art Center, 201 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Hours: Tu-F 9-5, Sa-M 1-4. Information: 865-482-1441, www.oakridgeartcenter.org

Mother's Day weekend, May 9 & 10.
UT Gardens Friendship Plaza, Knoxville, TN

UT Gardens, 252 Ellington Plant Sciences Bldg, 2431 Joe Johnson Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996. Information: (865) 974-8265, http://utgardens.tennessee.edu/

2014-2015 Knoxville News Sentinel Pops Series
Slip on your Blue Suede Shoes and head on over to the Civic Auditorium. Terry Mike Jeffrey and the Knoxville Symphony bring back all your Elvis memories, in a tribute fit for "The King".

At the Knoxville Civic Auditorium. Tickets and information: 865-291-3310, www.knoxvillesymphony.com

The Clayton Center presents Rythmic Circus, Feet Don't Fail Me Now! on Saturday,
May 9, 2015, in the Ronald And Lynda Nutt Theatre at 8:00PM.

Home grown hoofers from Minneapolis hit the road with a trunk full of tap shoes, funky costumes and a big brass band, ready to burst onto the stage. “Heatbox” the human beatbox, joins the swingin’ seven-piece funk band to accompany each tap, shuffle, and stomp with a clang, riff and refrain. It’s easy to see why the this troupe was a 2012 winner of the Edinburgh Festival “Spirit of the Fringe” Award. In this joyous parade of genre-hopping music and hard-hitting percussive dance, you’ll be jumping out of your seat and dancing to the beat!
Rhythmic Circus is a troupe of internationally renowned artists. Since their early start at a small theatre in northeast Minneapolis, they have grown into an international sensation touring to over 100 cities worldwide.
Although the company’s official inception was in 2007, the troupe’s core members have been choreographing and performing together since 2000. No stranger to the spotlight, they were featured on Twin City Public Television’s MN Original, collaborated with Vocal Essence in Witness: A Tribute to Duke Ellington at the Ordway Performing Arts Center and appeared in the Crash Bang Boom! Festival at the Minnesota Orchestra Hall.
The company’s repute goes well beyond the sum of the dancer’s talents; themed pieces include costume changes and musical segues that highlight the funky styling of a seven-piece band. With their combined and highly integrated talents, the dancers and musicians are known for leaving audiences on their feet and dancing in the aisles.

A family friendly show with internationally known artists who hit the road with a trunk full of tap shoes, funky costumes, and a big brass band ready to burst onto the stage.

Clayton Center for the Arts: 502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804. Tickets are available at the Clayton Center Box Office M-F 10AM-6PM or by phone or online: 865-981-8590, www.ClaytonArtsCenter.com

Knoxville Zoo's first bike ride event. Choose either a 30- or 50-mile route that leaves from the Zoo and travels through historic East TN. The ride will raise money for the Zoo's education, conservation and animal care programs. Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Knoxville/RidefortheWildSideKZ

Knoxville Zoo, 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive, Knoxville, TN 37914. Open every day except Christmas. Information: 865-637-5331, www.knoxville-zoo.org

VESTIVAL sets itself apart as “not your typical event.” One word describes VESTIVAL and that word is “unique.” Families with children really appreciate the imaginative children’s activities. Foodies love the fresh and local food offerings. The music? Outstanding. Typically, about a dozen bands play throughout the day on 3 stages. From interactive art project booths to quality crafts for sale, it is a celebration enjoyed by all generations. Hosted by Candoro Arts & Heritage Center.

At the corner of 681 Maryville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920 and 4450 Candora Ave. Knoxville, TN 37920

Every spring, visitors flock to this annual art and heritage festival known to locals as “VESTIVAL.” Proceeds from the event go toward the preservation and programs that take place at the historic marble building. Join us for an extra special year where we honor and celebrate the people’s history of Vestal and surrounding communities with stories, artifacts, and images from the past!

865-384-1273 or http://candoromarble.org/carous/what-a-celebration/
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Kidstuff is a show for kids and the kid at heart. On most Saturdays, host Sean McCollough delivers an eclectic mix of children's music. But on the second Saturday of every month, he hosts a special free live show in the Knoxville Visitor Center with great musical acts.

Two-time Grammy Award winners Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer perform their blend of old-time, folk, and swing music and several different instruments to Kidstuff Live.

WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-544-1029, www.wdvx.com

Presented by WIMZ. With unparalleled album re-creation, The Black Jacket Symphony present the legendary Hotel California played to perfection, in its entirety!

Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information/tickets: 865-522-0832, www.knoxbijou.com, www.ticketmaster.com

11th Annual Fountain City Art Center Garden Party Luncheon Benefit with Live & Silent Auctions; musical entertainment: the Ban Maney Jazz Combo. This will be the very last FCAC Garden Party in at the Gardens of Ginger and Bill Baxter, 3901 Sam Cooper Lane, Knoxville, TN 37918. Paid Reservations must be made in advance, $50 per person.

Info: fcartcenter@knology.net or (865) 357-2787.

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. www.fountaincityartctr.com

Renovation projects for your historic home with Open Door Architecture

Preservation Network is held at Historic Westwood, 3425 Kingston Pike. Parking is at Laurel Church of Christ, 3457 Kingston Pike. It is free and open to the public.

Information: 865-523-8008, www.knoxheritage.org

Poets for Preservation – Arthur Smith & Andrew Dillon

Poets for Preservation is held at Historic Westwood, 3425 Kingston Pike. Parking is at Laurel Church of Christ, 3457 Kingston Pike. It is free and open to the public.

Information: 865-523-8008, www.knoxheritage.org

The City of Harriman will host its first Medieval Movie Night at the Princess Theatre featuring “A Knight’s Tale.” A Flash Mob will perform in front at 6:30pm. Tickets are $6, and anyone coming in costume will get $1 off. The media and costumed street characters and vendors with the Tennessee Medieval Faire will get in free. Discounts are compliments of Darkhorse Entertainment.

Darkhorse Entertainment, LLC invites you to go back in time at the Tennessee Medieval Faire. The Grand Opening is the last three weekends in May, including Memorial Day, in Harriman, TN. It’s a new tradition – Joust for You! “The Medieval Faire has something for everyone,” said Barrie Paulson, VP-Manager & Entertainment Director. “The Faire is fun and family-friendly – and includes plenty of theatrical violence,” she said with a grin.

The rock stars of the Faire perform The Royal Joust in the tournament arena. There will also be Warriors’ Chess where the characters fight to take over the square. Warhorse rides will be offered between arena shows. Rotating on the stages will be professional, interactive, comedy shows. These include The ridiculously dangerous Fire * Whip * Sword Show; The Steele Sisters; Fantasies, Fables & Fortunes; and Albi Belly Dancers. There will also be Celtic musicians, interactive folk dancers, puppet shows, games, and The Royal Players whose characters include young King Henry VIII. Period crafts, food and beer will be available.

The Tennessee Medieval Faire will run the last three weekends in May, including Memorial Day: May 16-17, 23-24-25, 30-31. Hours are 10-5 EDT. Ticket prices are $14.95 for ages 13 and up, $7.95 for ages 5 to 12, free for ages 4 and under. Free parking is included. The festival is located at 550 Fiske Road, Harriman, TN. For more information, please visit the website: www.TMFaire.com. Please like us on Facebook. A New Tradition -- Joust for You. Fun for the Entire Family!