Calendar of Events

Reception: November 3, 5:00-9:00 pm

Morehshin Allahyari is an artist, activist, educator, and occasional curator. She is the recipient of the leading global thinkers of 2016 award by Foreign Policy magazine.

Morehshin was born and raised in Iran and moved to the United States in 2007. Her work deals with the political, social, and cultural contradictions we face every day. She thinks about technology as a philosophical toolset to reflect on objects and as a poetic means to document our personal and collective lives struggles in the 21st century. Morehshin is the co-author of The 3D Additivist Cookbook in collaboration with writer/artist Daniel Rourke– (published on December 2016 online in 3DPDF format and in print by the Institute of Networked Cultures). Her modeled, 3D-printed sculptural reconstructions of ancient artifacts destroyed by ISIS, titled Material Speculation: ISIS, have received widespread curatorial and press attention and have been exhibited worldwide.

Free admission! UT Downtown Gallery, 106 S. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: W-F 11-6, Sat 10-3. Information: 865-673-0802, http://web.utk.edu/~downtown

"Welcome to Heresville" ceramic sculptures by Booder Barnes and word paintings by Robert H. Thompson

6-9 p.m. Friday November 3; 1-9 p.m. November 11
Kid Friendly

A1LabArts @ the Center for Creative Minds, 23 Emory Place, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: www.a1labarts.org

A reception will take place on Friday, November 3, from 4:00-9:00 PM as part of First Friday activities downtown to which the public is invited to meet the artists and view the artwork.

The East Tennessee Woodworkers Guild presents the 19th Master Woodworkers Show, a biennial juried show highlighting the works of 33 craftspeople and artists of East Tennessee and the surrounding region. The Show features many types of woodworking from traditional to whimsical, including fine furniture, cabinetry, turning, sculpture and marquetry. “We have a great show for 2017,” says Scott DeWaard, Show Director. “It happens only every other year, and for just three days; it’s a great opportunity to meet the makers. If you love fine, handmade furniture and want to know more about what sets it apart, then this is the show for you.”

The Show hours are Friday, November 3, 4:00-9:00 PM; Saturday, November 4, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; and Sunday, November 5, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Among the participants in this year’s show are the following notable artisans: Curtis Buchanan (Jonesborough), Ron Clayton (Loudon), Scott DeWaard (Walland), Richard Dwyer (Gray), Tad Gloecker (Bogart, GA), Chris Hedges (Athens, OH), Chris Hough (Ooltewah), Brian Horais (Knoxville), Al Hudson (Knoxville), Ken Lewis (Kingsport), Kenneth Johnson (Marietta, GA), Lou Mansur (Knoxville), Michael McDunn (Greenville, SC), Jeffrey Neil (Gray), Sandy Pittard (Walland), Stephen Shankles (Maryville), Paul Sasso (Almo, KY), Alf Sharp (Woodbury), Kirk Shufelt (Cullowhee, NC), Dennis Siemsen (Oak Ridge), Jerry Spady (Oak Ridge), and Ronald Young (Chattanooga).

For more information, visit www.masterwoodworkers.org or https://www.facebook.com/Master-Woodworkers-Show-133794143347973/. The East Tennessee Woodworkers Guild thanks its sponsors: Woodcraft of Knoxville, Peach State Lumber Products, Lee Valley Tools, Ltd. A&M Supply, Homestead Timber Frames, Kevin Adams Cabinetry LLC, Jeffries Wood Works Inc., Everhart Lumber Co., Dan Duncan Cabinetmaker and DeVol Millwork.

On display at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, in downtown Knoxville. Information: (865) 523-7543 or www.knoxalliance.com.

Help You Dwell Presents The Fall Flea Friday, November 3, 2017 and Saturday, November 4, 2017, 8:00AM-2:00PM.

We've been collecting unique and eclectic one-of-a-kind pieces of furniture and home decor for our Fall Flea at The Hive. Come & shop home decor and furniture!
Open both days 8am-2pm.
Cash and card payment accepted.

The Hive, 854 N Central St., Knoxville, Tennessee 37917. Information: (865) 282-2018, www.thehiveknox.com

Tennessee Stage Company's eighth Timeless Works benefit production of Phillip Barry’s classic comedy, The Philadelphia Story at the Historic Southern Railway Station, 300 West Depot Avenue.

8:00 pm Thursday – Saturday,
3:00 pm Sunday matinees

The Tennessee Stage Company, known to Knoxville audiences for Shakespeare On The Square and the New Play Festival returns to our Timeless Works series this autumn with the Phillip Barry’s classic comedy, The Philadelphia Story, a romantic comedy about a society wedding gone hilariously wrong in the hours leading up to the event.

The Philadelphia Story is a collaboration with the Historic Southern Railway Station, operated as an event space by Blueslip Winery. This beautiful structure makes a perfect backdrop for the simplicity and whimsy of our Timeless Works productions.

Timeless Works was conceived by the Stage Company as a benefit series to help raise funds for our other programs: Shakespeare On The Square, the New Play Festival and our Education and Outreach programs. All the artists donate their time and talents and all funds raised go directly back into the work of the Company.

Tennessee Stage Company: 865-546-4280, www.tennesseestage.com

Performances: 8 PM Thursday – Saturday, and 3 PM Sunday matinees

The Tennessee Stage Company, known to Knoxville audiences for Shakespeare On The Square and the New Play Festival, returns to our Timeless Works series this autumn with the Phillip Barry’s classic comedy, The Philadelphia Story. This romantic comedy is the story of a society wedding gone extremely wrong in the 24 hours leading up to the event. The Philadelphia Story is a collaboration with the Historic Southern Railway Station newly renovated and now being operated as an event space by the Blueslip Winery. This beautiful structure makes a perfect backdrop for the simplicity and whimsy of our Timeless Works productions.

Timeless Works was conceived by the Stage Company as a benefit series to help raise funds for our other programs, Shakespeare On The Square, the New Play Festival and our Education and Outreach programs. All the artists donate their time and talents and all funds raised go directly back into the work of the Company.

Tickets on sale now: limited availability. Call (865) 546-4280 for reservations or go online to purchase tickets through Paypal at www.tennesseestage.com. General Admission: $15. This is a benefit production for the Tennessee Stage Company. At The Historic Southern Railway Station, 300 West Depot Avenue, Knoxville.

Help us celebrate Southern Market's 21st annual Holiday Open House in style this holiday season! Shop decorative home décor, stylish gifts, and boutique fashions from the more than 40 local merchants and 50 local Etsy artists located within Southern Market. Join us as our merchants host interior design presentations, artist demonstrations, make and take workshops, and trunk shows. Enjoy a catered box lunch Thursday or Friday with a reservation and fee. Listen to live music and free gourmet food samples. Follow us on social media for complete details. Invite your friends to join you and shop local with Southern Market this holiday season!

The Southern Market
5400 Homberg Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee 37919
https://www.facebook.com/events/1066565573479155

McClung Museum Store will proudly partner with the U.S Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program as a Toy Drop-Off site this holiday season. From November 1–30, university and local community members are encouraged to help a child in need by donating a new, unwrapped gift for children up to 14 years old, or purchasing a new toy from the Museum Store for donation.

The Museum Store will also have appropriate gifts for purchase for Toys for Tots, including games, stuffed animals, stocking stuffers, kids’ books, adult coloring books and pencils, jewelry, and more. Need guidance? See the Toys for Tots FAQ for more information. Donations will be accepted in the Museum Store during museum hours. All Toys for Tots donors will receive a free gift.

McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture, 1327 Circle Park Dr on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. Hours: M-Sa 9-5, Su 1-5. Information: 865-974-2144, http://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu

The Arts Council of Roane County is honored to present our Sixth Annual Open Show at the Rockwood Visitor Center and Museum, 241 Rockwood Street, Rockwood TN 37854.

The Arts Council is committed to promoting art and artists to the community and this event showcases some of the best art from around the region. Awards will be given for Best of Show, First, Second, and Third places in the adult category and for First, Second and Third places in the student category.

The reception will be Thursday, November 2 from 5:00 till 9:00 PM at the Rockwood Visitor Center and Museum. Tickets are available from ACRC members, the website and at the door for $10, children under 10 get in free. Hors d’oeuvres, wine, and soft drinks will be served. All money earned will help fund future activities of the Arts Council.

The show will run Tuesday, October 31 through November 3 from 10 AM till 3 PM and Saturday, November 4 from 10 AM till 2 PM. Arts Council of Roane County: www.artscouncilrc.com

The Camera Club of Oak Ridge is pleased to announce the 69th Annual Photographic Salon. The exhibition contains photographs in 9 categories from wildlife and landscapes to abstracts and creative development.

The Salon will be on display at the Y-12 New Hope Center, 602 Scarboro Rd. OR, from October 30 to November 9 during their regular business hours, Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 5 pm.

The reception and gallery walk with comments by the jurors and light refreshments will be held on Friday, November 3rd, 7-9pm.

Camera enthusiasts have been showing the public their best photos of the year since 1948. All entries are judged by a panel of professionals and best of show awards are given in three divisions. This year an additional student competition was introduced and the prizes in this category will be awarded during the reception. Don’t miss this amazing show featuring the talent of photographers of the whole region.

http://oakridgecameraclub.org/

Knoxville Children’s Theatre, in partnership with The Ritchie Company, will present 11 live performances of the Best Play Tony award-winner, “The Crucible.” This acclaimed drama is one of the most-produced plays in American history.

The live stage play will be performed October 27 through November 12:
Fri., Oct. 27 at 7 PM, Sat., Oct. 28 at 1 PM, Sun., Oct. 29 at 3 PM, Thurs., Nov. 2 at 7 PM, Fri., Nov. 3 at 7 PM, Sat., Nov. 4 at 1 PM, Sun., Nov. 5 at 3 PM, Thurs., Nov. 9 at 7 PM, Fri., Nov. 10 at 7 PM, Sat., Nov. 11 at 1 PM, and Sun., Nov. 12 at 3 PM.

The story focuses upon a young farmer, John Proctor, whose servant-girl Abigail maliciously causes the arrest of the farmer’s wife for witchcraft. The farmer brings the girl to court to admit the lie. But instead of saving his wife, he finds himself also accused of witchcraft and ultimately condemned with a host of others. This exciting drama about the Puritan purge of witchcraft in old Salem continues KCT’s fall tradition of producing Halloween-themed literary classics for children and families. “The Crucible” is one of the most-produced plays by high schools across the country. The play is performed by 15 talented young actors, from ages 12 to 17.

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

Art is happening in downtown Sevierville, TN. Artist Dasha Jamison will exhibit her paintings and pastels in her first solo show at Courthouse Donuts/Dyers Downtown through December 31st. A reception for the artist will take place Thursday, November 16th from 5:30 until 8:00 and is free to the public. This exhibition is part of an on-going series sponsored by the Sevierville Commons Arts Council and Sevierville Commons Association.

Born and raised in Russia, Dasha Jamison creates her paintings and drawings with the hope that the work will transport you to “ …a place you want to be.” Her appreciation for art was instilled by her mother and Dasha had the privilege to attend art classes as a child. As an exchange student, she moved to the United States and received her Master’s Degree in IT Engineering. Her journey as an artist began again in recent years, drawing inspiration from the landscapes of her travels. She utilizes a variety of media for her paintings, though drawing with pastels is her favorite form in which to be expressive. Dasha Jamison is a member of the Chicago Pastel Painters Association.

The Sevierville Commons Arts Council is a neighborhood revitalization organization of individuals, artists, studios, galleries and businesses dedicated to the promotion and awareness of the arts & culture through education, entertainment, community interaction and trade in Sevierville and Sevier County, TN. For more information, visit www.SeviervilleCommonsArtsCouncil.org.