Calendar of Events

Christmas Dinner with the Ramsey's will be held December 4-8 starting at 6:30 p.m. each night.

Each evening will feature a candlelight tour of the beautifully decorated home and lovely holiday dinner prepared by Rosa's Catering. The dinner will be held in the 1797 home of Francis Alexander Ramsey, his wife Peggy, and their children. This is a great opportunity to entertain the special people in your life, employees, or clients. Seating for a total of twenty guests in the dining room and the parlor is available each evening, and individual ticket purchases are also welcome. All proceeds go directly to Historic Ramsey House. Reservations are a must and will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis. Tickets are $125 per person ($100 of the cost is a tax-deductible donation). For more information or reservations, call Historic Ramsey House at 865-546-0745 or visit our website at www.ramseyhouse.org.

Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorngrove Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914

Marble City Opera will produce Amahl and the Night Visitors by Gian-Carlo Menotti, which will be presented by St. John’s Cathedral in Knoxville, Tennessee. This is a family friendly production with FREE admission. MCO will feature some of Knoxville’s favorite talent including bass-baritone, Daniel Webb and Artistic Director, Kathryn Frady Marvel, as well as young rising stars Josiah Mustaleski, and Joseph Coram as the title character Amahl. Amahl and the Night Visitors is Gian-Carlo Menotti’s beloved masterpiece. A unique Christmas story about a young crippled boy and his mother who are visited by three kings, and the miracle that follows. It is the perfect way to start the season. Tickets are free and can be acquired by contacting St. John’s Cathedral at 865-525-7347.

Dec 4 at 7:30pm, Dec 6 at 3pm at St. John's Cathedral, downtown Knoxville. Free admission.

Marble City Opera: 646-217-1580, www.facebook.com/marblecityopera & www.marblecityopera.com

Witty banter and physical humor create a hilarious spoof and a love letter to the screwball comedies of the 1930s in this play by Ron Bernas. "A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody" is the story of a well-to-do businessman, Matthew Perry, who finds himself wanting to enjoy life, so he decides to be a widower. He divulges his plan to his wife, Julia, who in light of their daughter's recent engagement, decides to stay alive. Over the course of one year, Matthew's attempts to kill Julia only seem to work on their house-guests. Bunny, the Perry's ditsy daughter, is left wondering whether her wedding should still go on, but her bright fiancee Donald supports her through the year of turmoil. A not so supportive butler, Buttram, seems to harbor a dreadful secret - or two. As the bodies start piling up, Detective Plotnik tries to figure out 'who-done-it' --- that is if something really has been done. Who will succeed in his or her resolution --- and who gets caught in the crossfire? This hilarious comedy has lots of surprises, right up to the end!

December 4, 5 and 6, 2015
Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2:00 p.m.
Clayton Center for the Arts - Haslam Flexible Theatre
502 East Lamar Alexander Pkwy., Maryville, TN, 37804

Tickets are $12.00 + fees for all performances. The Clayton Center for the Arts will add $1.00 printing fee for each ticket purchased through the Box Office. Tickets purchased online will have an additional service fee. Tickets are available at the Clayton Center box office at 865-981-8590 or for purchase online at http://www.claytonartscenter.com or http://www.knoxvilletickets.com. The play does contain some adult themes and, thus, parental guidance is suggested.

Foothills Community Players, in partnership with First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, is gathering new coats for Blount County Fire Protection District's yearly program COATS FOR OUR COMMUNITY. Each donation of one coat qualifies for a "FCP Coat Voucher." The voucher will be accepted at the Box Office and will take $3.00 off per ticket purchased in one transaction. FCP will refund $3.00 per ticket per transaction for purchases made over the phone or online, provided that receipt of transaction and new coat is donated at the lobby to FCP's volunteer on the day of the show.

http://foothillscommunityplayers.com/

by David Sedaris; adapted for the stage by Joe Mantello; directed by Jeff Stanley. At the Carousel Theatre

“80 solid minutes of legit laughs.” Sun Times

An unemployed, chemically dependent writer takes a job as a “helper elf” at Macy’s Santaland. Hear his tale of drunken Santas, screaming kids, and the un-wonderful insanity of the holidays. Sedaris’ cutting, sardonic wit is on full display in this one man show that is crazy funny! For mature elves only.

Clarence Brown Theatre / Carousel Theatre, 1714 Andy Holt Ave on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. For information: 865-974-5161, www.clarencebrowntheatre.com. For tickets: 865-974-5161, 865-656-4444, www.knoxvilletickets.com

Santa Claus has come to town and made “Santa’s Village” at Knoxville Zoo his temporary East Tennessee headquarters. The jolly old elf will be available to hear Christmas wishes and pose for holiday photos Thursday, Dec. 3 through Sunday, Dec. 6 and Thursday, Dec. 10 through Sunday, Dec. 13 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. each day. Guests may bring their own cameras for photos or purchase portraits taken by a professional photographer.

Located indoors at the Pilot Flying J Wee Play Adventure play area, the halls of Santa’s Village are all decked for the holidays with dozens of trees and thousands of lights. Guests can celebrate the season with special yuletide crafts, creative play and encounters with special animal visitors throughout the day. Santa’s Village is included with general zoo admission. Currently, the zoo is offering buy one, get one free tickets through February 29, 2016 during Kroger BOGO Days.

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

The Appalachian Ballet Company in their 44th season will present the annual holiday tradition - The Nutcracker. The production features live music by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. The Appalachian Ballet Company will present four public shows and two school matinees (includes K-8 curriculum guide covering common core standards).

December 3 & 4: 10:00 AM - Full length school matinee at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium - $6
December 5 at 7:30PM and December 6 at 2:00PM - Full length public performances at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium.
December 11 at 7:30PM and December 12 at 2:00PM - Full length public performances at the Clayton Center for the Arts in Maryville.

For over 100 years, this classic story has proven to be a favorite, enchanting audiences of all ages. Come see the magic with lavish scenery, glorious tutus, soldiers, snowflakes and sugar plums! For more information: 865-982-8463, www.appalachianballet.com

A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody by Ron Bernas is a spoof of and love letter to the screwball comedies of the 1930s and to stage mysteries in general. As the show opens, the Perrys make their traditional New Years resolutions together: Matthew declares to Julia that he wants something more . . . to be able to travel abroad, to play golf every day, to spend more time at his club. Thus, he resolves to kill her by next New Years Eve so he will be free to pursue his heart’s desires. Julia takes his resolution in stride and resolves to still be alive a year later. Their games begin and they let no one stand in their ways as they attempt to keep their resolutions as the year goes by. To liven things up, we add the Perry’s spoiled, dingy daughter Bunny, her bright and forgiving boyfriend Donald, Buttram, the Perry’s longtime butler who harbors a dreadful secret, and Plotnik, a bumbling police detective who tries to figure out “who-done-it” --- that is if something really has been done. Who will succeed in his or her resolution --- and who gets caught in the crossfire? This hilarious comedy has lots of surprises, right up to the end.

At the Clayton Center for the Arts in Maryville. Foothills Community Players: 865-712-6428, www.foothillscommunityplayers.com

We're excited to announce as well that we've added glass painting classes! We'll start in December painting some snowman wine glasses but we plan to add other types of glassware to our repertoire so keep a look out for those.

Red Ornament - Imagination Forest - Powell - Dec 2nd - 6 - 9pm
Tennessee Theater at Night - White Fox Beads Studio - Dec 5th - 3 - 6pm
Let It Snow - Mind Yer P's & Q's - Farragut - Dec 8th - 6 - 9pm
Starry Christmas **Cookies and Canvas** - Imagination Forest - Powell - Dec 9th - 6 - 8pm
Be Good For Goodness Sake - Casual Pint Hardin Valley - Dec 14th - 6 - 9pm
Snow Covered Bridge - Original Copper Cellar - Dec 15th - 6 - 9pm
Snowy Night - Green Meadow Country Club - Alcoa - Dec 17th - 6 - 9pm
Snowy Moon Branches **Date Night** - Gibby's Dining & Drinks (inside Holiday Inn) - Dec 21st - 6 - 9pm
Snowman Wine Glasses **SPECIAL EVENT** - Carolina Ale House - Dec 30th - 6 - 9pm

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

Knoxville Zoo is offering “Buy One, Get One Free” admission tickets Dec. 1, 2015, through Feb. 29, 2016, during Kroger BOGO Days.

“It may come as a bit of a surprise to our guests, but winter is a great time to visit the zoo,” said Lisa New, President and CEO of Knoxville Zoo. “We’re lucky to have many days of mild weather, and most of our animals enjoy being out and active on those days. Our red pandas and river otters are especially lively this time of year.” On days when the temperature drops below 40 degrees, some animals will be moved indoors, but visitors can still see many favorites, including elephants, gorillas, penguins, chimpanzees and reptiles, in their indoor viewing areas. A December trip to the zoo may even include a visit with Santa Claus, too, when the Pilot Flying J Wee Play Adventure indoor play area hosts Santa’s Village. Santa’s Village will offer visits and photo opportunities with Santa as well as holiday-themed crafts Dec. 3 through 6 and 10 through 14 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. each day. Half-price admission tickets can be purchased at the zoo ticket window during regular zoo hours and online at knoxvillezoo.org. Discounted admission tickets must be used by Feb. 29, 2016, and cannot be combined with any other promotion, discount, or coupon.

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

Dec 1 Knoxville Skies, 4:30,
Dec 4 Knoxville Skies, 4:30, $2
Dec 5 Saturday Science Connections 11:30-1:30 FREE with admission
Dec 7 Muse Mondays 10-11am FREE with admission
Dec 8 Knoxville Skies, 4:30, $2
Dec 11 Knoxville Skies, 4:30, $2
Dec 12 Saturday Science Connections 11:30-1:30 FREE with admission
Dec 14 Muse Mondays 10-11am FREE with admission
Dec 15 Knoxville Skies, 4:30, $2
Dec 18 Knoxville Skies, 4:30, $2
Dec 19 Saturday Science Connections 11:30-1:30 FREE with admission
Dec 21 --(Open for extended hours till 5PM)/ Muse Mondays 10-11am FREE with admission/ WINTER WONDERLABS* 10am * 1 1am * 1 pm (*additional fees, see website for details)
Dec 22 --Knoxville Skies, 4:30, $2 / WINTER WONDERLABS* 10am * 1 1am * 1 pm (*additional fees, see website for details) / COOKING UP SCIENCE CAMPS -$36/30 (Ages 6-8, 9am to 12pm and 1-4pm, enroll in one or both! see website for details)
Dec 23 --WINTER WONDERLABS* 10am * 1 1am * 1 pm (*additional fees, see website for details)
Dec 26 Saturday Science Connections 11:30-1:30 FREE with admission
Dec 28 --(Open for extended hours till 5PM)/ Muse Mondays 10-11am FREE with admission/ WINTER WONDERLABS* 10am * 1 1am * 1 pm (*additional fees, see website for details)
Dec 29 -Knoxville Skies, 4:30, $2 / WINTER WONDERLABS* 10am * 1 1am * 1 pm (*additional fees, see website for details) / CREATE, CRAFT, CODE CAMP-$60/50 9am to 12pm / INTRODUCTION TO 3D PRINTING CAMP -$40/32 1-4pm (Ages 9-13, enroll in one or both! see website for details)
Dec 30 --WINTER WONDERLABS* 10am * 1 1am * 1 pm (*additional fees, see website for details)
Dec 31 SPECIAL EVENT--Cheer In The New Year At Noon, 10am-4pm, Ticketed Event celebrating a New Years Eve countdown to noon for the whole family!

The Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman Street, Knoxville, TN 37914. Information: 865-594-1494, www.themuseknoxville.org

Join us! Sunday, December 13th, 6-9 for an exhibition of mixed media collage work by Renee Suich.

Artist Statement:
I enjoy creating Mixed Media collages that are inspired by nature, history and the energy that surrounds us all.Some works have been referred to as "Heritage Collages", as I incorporate vintage photographs in a unique abstract layout. My vision starts with a story that I want to share, then I use layers of handmade altered paper, natural objects and or painting. The different mediums allow me to explore color and texture in a new way. I have also started using encaustic methods in my work. Encaustic is painting with wax. Every piece becomes a new challenge as I learn and combine different techniques.

The Birdhouse Bird-Feeder Gallery/Cafe, 800 N 4th Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: http://birdhouseknoxville.com, birdhouseknoxvillegallery@gmail.com

Returns for 10th season with expanded schedule! Locally owned Home Federal Bank joins its love of downtown Knoxville and Christmas this winter through its continued role as presenting sponsor for the City of Knoxville’s Holidays on Ice. Knoxville’s only open-air ice rink opens to the public on Friday, Nov. 27. This year marks the 10th season for the ice rink on Market Square. In celebration of its anniversary and based on popular demand, the rink is extending its season by 15 days. “This is an exciting time for Holidays on Ice,” City of Knoxville Director of Special Events Judith Foltz said. “For the first time in many years, the rink will be completely open air. We’re removing the tent, enhancing the rink with overhead lighting and extending the season by 15 days.” In 2014, the rink hosted 19,000 skaters and 20,000 spectators. For more information including operating hours and admission rates, visit http://www.knoxvillesholidaysonice.com.

For information on Christmas in the City: City of Knoxville Special Events, 865-215-4248,
http://www.knoxvilletn.gov/government/city_departments_offices/special_events/christmas_in_the_city/