Calendar of Events

Kids grow fast, but don't let that break your budget! Visit the Emory Square Goodwill for a special kid's clothing event March 2-4. Find a great selection of high quality pre-loved children's clothes at low Goodwill prices! Purchases from Goodwill help to support job training programs for people in our community. Learn more at www.goodwillknoxville.org. https://www.facebook.com/events/399986877035486/

9 AM - 6 PM each day at Emory Square Goodwill – 7623 Clinton Highway, Powell 37849

In room 109, A+A Building

Ewing Gallery, 1715 Volunteer Blvd on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. Ewing Gallery Hours: M-W and Fri: 10-5, Thu 10-7, Sun 1-4. Information: 865-974-3200, www.ewing-gallery.utk.edu

Faculty recital in Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie L. Haslam Music Center

Unless otherwise noted, concerts are FREE and open to the public. The Natalie Haslam Music Center is located at 1741 Volunteer Blvd on the UT campus, and the Alumni Memorial Building is located at 1408 Middle Drive on the UT campus. *For individual or small group performances, please check the web site or call the day of the event for updates or cancellations: 865-974-5678, www.music.utk.edu/events

Prominent poet, songwriter and musician RB Morris, Knoxville's first Poet Laureate, will speak at the March 2 meeting of the Knoxville Writers' Guild.

"I'll be talking about poetry and songwriting, and some of the current projects I'm involved in as Poet Laureate, perhaps sing a song or two and read a few poems," Morris said. He'll also field questions about his creative process as writer in multiple art forms.

The public is invited to the program, which will be in the Fellowship Hall of Central United Methodist Church, 201 East Third Avenue, where you will find a large, free parking lot. Admission is a suggested $2.

Morris's published books of poetry include "Early Fires" (Iris Press), "Keeping the Bees Employed" and "The Mockingbird Poems" (Rich Mountain Bound). His music albums include "Spies Lies and Burning Eyes" and his most recent solo project, "Rich Mountain Bound." Morris served as the Jack E. Reese Writer-in-Residence at the University of Tennessee 2004-2008. He was inducted into the East Tennessee Writers Hall of Fame in 2009.

Knoxville Writer’s Guild: Meetings take place at Central United Methodist Church, 201 East Third Avenue in Knoxville, Tennessee. The public is invited to attend. A $2 donation is requested at the door. www.knoxvillewritersguild.org

Hosted by Knoxville Horror Film Fest at Scruffy City Hall, 32 Market Sq, Knoxville, Tennessee 37902

Yet another new King Kong movie is hitting theaters soon, so we thought now was a great time to celebrate our favorite giant ape. We'll be playing lots of clips from the best films that feature this character, and some pretty amazing knock offs and wannabe Kong's. Our friend Kelly Robinson (who put on the amazing Knoxferatu event in October) will also be coming out to discuss some lost Kong ripoff and gorilla films. Kelly wrote an article about lost films for Rue Morgue (issue 124), and is probably Knoxville's foremost expert on the subject. We've also chosen a feature that was a favorite from our childhood featuring the big guy, that we're very eager to revisit. Please join us and help spread the word. It's free! http://www.knoxvillehorrorfest.com/

For the 27th year in a row, dozens of regional dry cleaners are coming together to support job training in their community through Goodwill’s Project Wear and Share. This annual clothing drive, a collaboration between Goodwill Industries-Knoxville and participating dry cleaning establishments, is designed to raise awareness about Goodwill’s vocational services while providing dozens of new opportunities to donate unneeded clothes and linens.

Donations will be sold at Goodwill’s 28 regional thrift stores; proceeds will benefit Goodwill’s vocational training and employment opportunities for individuals with barriers to employment. Training programs range from computer literacy to certified nurse assistant courses, career assessment and planning to job placement services. In 2016, Goodwill Industries-Knoxville served over 3,750 individuals in their 15-county East Tennessee service area.

Participating dry cleaners are located in Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Farragut, Maryville, Alcoa, Seymour, Sevierville, and Morristown. Donations can be made at any participating cleaner during their regular business hours. Helpful donations include gently used clothing, shoes and linens. Find a list of participating dry cleaners at www.goodwillknoxville.org or contact the Goodwill Marketing Team at 865.588.8567.

Recent works by artist Marjorie Horne and clay works created by 11 Art Market Gallery artists will open with a reception at 5:30 p.m., March 3, during Downtown Knoxville’s monthly First Friday Art Walk, with complimentary refreshments, and music performed by Carl Gombert.

Marjorie Horne’s transparent and reflective surfaces have been recurrent themes in her colored pencil drawings and watercolors. More recently she has included landscapes, cityscapes, nature studies, figures, and portraits in her work. Originally from Richmond, Indiana, Marjorie is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and a member of the Colored Pencil Society of America. One of her pieces is included in CPSA’s The Best of Colored Pencil V. Always, art is a form of meditation for her. It feeds her soul and brings wholeness to her life.

The Art Market Gallery’s clay artists and sculptors have gathered together this month to reveal a wide variety of style, vision, and technique. The clay artists include Hugh Bailey, Gray Bearden, Bob Concliffe, Ann Dally, Larry Gabbard, Patricia Herzog, Eun-Sook Kim, Lisa Kurtz, Karen Kyte, Amber Anne Palo, and Linda Sullivan.

Art Market Gallery, 422 S. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Tu-Th & Sa 11-6, Fri 11-9, Su 1-6. Information: 865-525-5265, www.artmarketgallery.net or www.Facebook.com/Art.Market.Gallery

Sponsored by Gage Models & Talent Agency, Star 102.1, Hushh Magazine, Go Knox, and Hard Rock Café Pigeon Forge. KFW is an art and fashion event with the ultimate goal of creating buzz and giving a relevant outlet to fashion houses, buyers, and culture enthusiasts. KFW connects consumers with products and services that relate to fashion, beauty and luxury while showcasing incredible Knoxville talent and highlighting the rich fashion community that is thriving in Knoxville. Events include:

The Kickoff Event – Tuesday, February 28: 6-8pm Celebrating our Design Community, the Fashion Arts in Knoxville, and Fashion for a Cause
Hard Rock Café, 2050 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

The Emerging Model Runway – Wednesday, March 1: 6-9pm
Doors open at 6pm and runway starts at 7pm
Emporium Center, 100 S Gay St, Knoxville TN 37902

Couture Hair & Special Effects Makeup on the Runway – Thursday, March 2: 6-9pm
Doors open at 6pm and runway show starts at 7pm
Relix, 1208 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37917

Swimwear, Couture & The Men’s Show – Friday, March 3 : 7-10pm
Doors open at 7pm for cocktail hour, runway starts at 8pm
Relix, 1208 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37917

The Grand Finale Runway Event – Saturday, March 4
The Mill & Mine, 227 W Depot Ave. Knoxville, TN 37917

Tickets & information: http://knoxvillefashionweek.com/schedule-tickets/

Enjoy the visual delights of photography and a myriad of fascinating and beautiful images from the portfolios of Pellissippi State photography students. Enjoy the broad range of photographic styles -- and have a chance to meet the artists -- at the opening reception from 3-6 p.m., Feb. 28.

The exhibit is free. Hardin Valley Campus of Pellissippi State: 10915 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN 37932. Bagwell Center Gallery hours: M-F 10-6:30. Information: 865-694-6405, www.pstcc.edu/arts

Reception Feb 27, 6-8 PM with awards at 7 PM.

Ewing Gallery, 1715 Volunteer Blvd on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. Information: 865-974-3200, www.ewing-gallery.utk.edu

Now through March 4th and enjoy tremendous savings throughout the store! Great Savings for Our Most Valued Customers! Specials are while supply lasts! UP TO 30% OFF Custom Framing; One of a kind Wine Glasses; Jewelry Up To 30% OFF - Handmade necklaces, rings, bracelets and earrings.

Liz-Beth & Co.: 7240 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919. Information: 865-691-8129, www.liz-beth.com

Thursdays and Fridays at 7 PM, Saturdays at 1 PM and 5 PM, and Sundays at 3 PM

The play is a live onstage version of the smash Broadway musical adapted from the classic animated film, especially written for ages 4 and older. Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, and the Academy Award-winning motion picture, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. is a fantastic adaptation of the story of transformation and tolerance. The classic story entwines Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, with the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end, and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

The play is performed by 25 talented young actors, from ages 9 to 16.

Knoxville Children's Theatre, 109 E. Churchwell Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: 865-208-3677, www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com.