Calendar of Events

The Knoxville Museum of Art presents The Paternal Suit: Heirlooms from the F. Scott Hess Family Foundation. This unique and challenging exhibition questions where personal stories end and national history begins. Los Angeles artist F. Scott Hess explores this and other questions in this multimedia exploration of the artist’s paternal ancestry going back four centuries.

Meet the artist; cash bar - Thurs, Aug 20, 5:30-7:30 PM

The Paternal Suit consists of over 100 paintings, prints, and objects created by Hess, but presented as legitimate historical artifacts, and supported by photographs, documents, and historical ephemera. Each object and artwork bears an artist’s name and detailed provenance and has been executed in the style of the century from which it supposedly originates. Sculpture, ceramics, furniture, toys, newspaper clippings, historic photographs, guns, and costumes advance the story. Hess does not claim authorship for the works on display, instead, he ascribes to them fictional artists, referring to himself as the director of the “F. Scott Hess Family Foundation.” The exhibition follows Hess’s ancestral lineage from 17th-century England to South Carolina and Georgia, where family members became key players in the War Between the States (1860–65). Through the prism of his ancestry, Hess examines the impact of false history and deception within each generation and throughout society as a whole, and questions the authority of these perceived “truths.” The ultimate subtext for the installation, which traces the trajectory of the Iverson, Patton, Nolan, and Hess family lines, is the seven-year old artist’s abandonment by his own father after a parental divorce.

Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37916. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10AM-5PM, Sunday, 1-5PM. Information: 865-525-6101, www.knoxart.org

Annual fundraising event for Knoxville Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Initiative. The mission of KAPPI is to prevent adolescent pregnancy through a comprehensive, community-wide collaborative effort that promotes abstinence, self respect, and responsible decision-making about sexuality and other health issues.

Featuring restaurants and vendors who provide food, coupons, and small gift items. Live music, dancing, a salsa lesson, and more!

http://www.knoxcounty.org/health/adolescent_pregnancy_prevention.php and http://www.mybodymyfuture.com/event/2013/aug/samples-on-the-square

LEGO CLUB Knox meets the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6-7:30pm at West Park Baptist Church: 8833 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville.

Individuals with Autism (under 18 and all skill levels) are welcome to attend, along with typical siblings and peer friends.

Please RSVP in advance to: info@asaetc.org or (865) 247-5082.At West Park Baptist Church on Middlebrook Pike. More info: www.asaetc.org

Artistic Spectrum: 865-816-9716, www.artisticspectrum.org

Thursday, August 20th at 6 pm The Southern Writers’ Book Group discusses Missing by Tim Gautreaux

Union Ave Books, 517 Union Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-951-2180, www.unionavebooks.com

In a Brown Bag Lecture on August 20, Dr. Aaron Astor will discuss his new book, The Civil War Along Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau. The Cumberland Plateau played host to some of the most dramatic military maneuvering of the Civil War. Straddling the entire state of Tennessee, the formidable tableland proved to be a maze of topographical pitfalls and a morass of divided loyalties. As Federal forces sought to capitalize on the early capture of Nashville, they moved into a region split by the most vicious guerrilla warfare outside Missouri, including the colorful and intensely violent rivalry between Confederate Champ Ferguson and Unionist Tinker Dave Beaty. The bitter conflict affected thousands of ordinary men and women struggling to survive in the face of a remorseless war of attrition, and its legacy continues to be felt today. Aaron Astor is an associate professor of history at Maryville College and has written numerous articles, conference papers, and books on the Civil War era, focusing especially on the Upper and Border South. Books will be available for Dr. Astor to sign following the lecture.

The program is sponsored by 21st Mortgage and is free and open to the public. The lecture will begin at noon at the East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay Street, Knoxville. Guests are invited to bring a “Brown Bag” lunch and enjoy the lecture. Soft drinks will be available.

August 20, 12:00 noon.
East Tennessee Historical Society, 601 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Museum hours: Monday-Friday: 9AM-4PM, Saturday: 10AM-4PM, Sunday: 1-5PM. Library: Monday-Tuesday: 9AM-8:30PM, Wednesday-Friday: 9AM-5:30PM, Saturday: 9AM-5PM, Sunday 1-5PM. Information: 865-215-8824, www.easttnhistory.org

Get to Know Benny Golson: All About that Sax (man)
Benny Golson
Lawson McGhee Library
August 20, 6:30 p.m.

Join us to celebrate one of the great sax men of our era. You know his music by heart. Now learn more about his wonderful contribution to music from Professor Keith Brown.

A National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master, Benny Golson composed music for the TV shows like M*A*S*H and Ironside and his jazz compositions are known throughout the world.
Golson will be playing at the Knoxville Jazz Festival on August 28.

Lawson McGhee Library, 500 W Church Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902
August 20, 6:30 p.m.
www.knoxlib.org

Summer is ending and Fall is swiftly approaching and that marks the start of the 2015 Fall semester! Join us as we kick off the school year in style and help support Breaststrokes Knoxville, a non-profit organization that benefits local women who have recently been diagnosed with cancer.

The mission of BreastStrokes Knoxville is to impact women in our community through empowerment, artistic expression and financial support. BreastStrokes Knoxville also strives to raise cancer awareness, encourage cancer screenings, and further support the cancer community.

Thanks to overwhelming community support from a few of our favorite bars we hope to raise even more money this year through our first annual pub crawl. Participating in our inaugural Back to School Pub Crawl to Benefit Breaststrokes include;

Sapphire A Modern Bar and Restaurant
Downtown Grill & Brewery
Preservation Pub
Scruffy City Hall
Five Knoxville
Carleos Knoxville
Wagon Wheel

Wristbands for the event are only $10 during the pre-sale and $15 starting Saturday 8/8 and that will get you some amazing drink specials at the participating businesses! Limited BreastStrokes merchandise will be available at check in.

https://www.facebook.com/events/871988049533101/

The Fountain City Art Center is delighted to host a large display of fine craft work by the artists of the Foothills Craft Guild. Among the crafts represented will be pottery, hand-turned wooden bowls and vases, handmade books, jewelry, loom-woven garments, knitted and crocheted items, basketry, macrame, stained glass, and so much more! These beautiful works make such incredible gifts. Attend the opening reception on Friday, August 14, 6:30 - 8:00 PM - free and open to the public.

Fountain City Art Center, 213 Hotel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37918. Hours: Tu & Th 9-5, W & F 10-5. Information: 865-357-2787, www.fountaincityartctr.com

Knoxville Children’s Theatre will present the timeless comedy The Wind In The Willows, featuring a new stage adaptation by Zack Allen of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame.

The play will be performed Thursdays and Fridays at 7 PM; Saturdays at 1 PM and 5 PM; Sundays at 3 PM.

The play will be performed by 10 talented young actors, from ages 10 to 14. The role of Mr. Toad will be played by KCT veteran Brock Mullins, who attends 7th grade at Christian Academy of Knoxville. Brock was recently seen in KCT’s The Hobbit. Mr. Rat is played by Cody Chaffins, who attends 8th grade at First Baptist Academy. Cian Bell, a 9th-grader, plays Mr. Badger, and Emma Stark, a 5th-grader, plays Miss Mole.

The Wind In The Willows is one of the best-loved children’s books of all time. In 2003, the BBC listed the comedic novel as the 16th best children’s book of all time.

Knoxville Children's Theatre, 109 E. Churchwell Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: 865-599-5284, www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com

Using the vivid hues of her native India, Medha Karandikar brings her sensibilities as a poet and writer to her paintings. She has been inspired by the folk art of Western India in her latest collections. With over 60 pieces on view, the exhibit showcases three distinct styles of work in acrylic, colored pencil, and mixed media.

The Rose Center, 442 West Second North St., Morristown, TN, 37814. Hours: M-F 9-5. Information: 423-581-4330, www.rosecenter.org or www.facebook.com/rosecenter

Come enjoy cool drinks and have an outstanding time painting with us at some of the new venues we've booked this coming month. We have some beautiful new paintings to create with you and we're also expanding beyond Knoxville and are excited to paint with new friends in the surrounding area. We look forward to seeing you in class!

Also, we've had such a positive response to our special 10 person minimum for Private events, that we are extending this special in August as well. August dates are already booking so be sure to call us and get your one of a kind paint party on the calendar!

Tuesday, 8/11, 6 - 9 pm
Cades Cove at Barley's - Maryville

Saturday, 8/15, 6 - 9pm
A Whale of a Tale at Elvira's Cafe - Sevierville

Sunday, 8/16, 2 - 4pm
Cookies and Canvas, Ta-Dah at The Basement Community Art Studio

Tuesday, 8/18, 6 - 9pm
Get Them Gators at Downtown Grill and Brewery

Wednesday, 8/19, 6 - 9pm
Love Anchor at Calhoun's - Pigeon Forge

Thursday, 8/20, 6 - 9pm
Psychedelic Seascape at Baneberry Golf and Resort

Friday, 8/21, 6 - 9pm
I Love Wine and Art at Tennessee Valley Winery - Loudon

Saturday, 8/22, 6 - 9pm
Camping Out at Buffalo Mountain Grill - Oak Ridge

Monday, 8/24, 6 - 9pm
No Problem at Uncorked Knoxville

Thursday, 8/27, 6 - 9pm
Midnight Moon at Original Copper Cellar

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

Bliss Home is pleased to present The Lake House, by Knoxville artist, Kate Moore, for August and September First Fridays! Bliss Home, located at 29 Market Square, will host an opening reception on Friday, August 7th from 6pm to 9pm and September 5th, 2014 6pm to 9pm. Complimentary treats from Wild Love Bakehouse will be provided.

Starting with a simple love for crayons, Kate decided from a young age she needed to build her life around art. Kate grew into an artist by exploring different mediums, and dabbling in painting and drawing, until she found her own voice as an artist in graphic design. From custom wedding invitations to small business branding, Kate has spent the last seven years perfecting her graphic design skills at her studio, Kate Moore Creative, located on the 100 block of Gay Street. Kate's exhibit, The Lake House, celebrates the gorgeous lakes, rivers and mountains of East Tennessee which make her appreciate her home.

Purchase Kate's art and you are providing ONE MEAL to a hungry tummy in East Tennessee, through the efforts of Second Harvest Food Bank. Kate is so excited to be a part of something so wonderful, and she hopes her art brings fun and happiness the world. Artist's Website: www.livelovestudio.com

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