Calendar of Events

A one gallery show that asks artists to select a favorite line or lines of poetry and create a work that illustrates or evokes the same idea or feeling. From well-known poems to those penned by the artist or friends, this exhibition is a treat for the eyes and soul. Poems will be displayed with works!

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

Have you ever wondered how many light bulbs are in each chandelier in the Grand Lobby? How has the seating capacity changed over the years? What event attracted the biggest crowds? Which Broadway show brought 12 semi-trucks full of scenery, sets, and costumes? Learn these details and more about the history, performances, and complete renovation of the Official State Theatre of Tennessee. You’ll go to areas not usually open to the public, and walk away with a better understanding and appreciation for this architectural and cultural gem.

DELUXE TOUR (Select Saturdays at 11AM, 90-100 minutes, $30 per person) An in-depth discovery of the Theatre’s rich history and comprehensive renovation, and its performances, past and present. Areas included will be the Grand Lobby, Auditorium, Balcony, Stage, Projection Booth and some special surprises!

Saturday, May 15 at 11am
Saturday, May 22 at 11am
Saturday, June 5 at 11am

All attendees will be required to wear a face covering over their mouth and nose and will be subject to health screening protocols before entering the Theatre, regardless of vaccination status.

While all are welcome, Deluxe tours are geared for attendees aged 12 & up. This tour involves mostly walking and standing compared to sitting, and guests will use several sets of stairs. Most of the tour can be experienced in a wheelchair and there is an elevator available, but a small portion of the tour is accessible only by stairs. Advance reservations are required.

https://www.tennesseetheatre.com/visit/tour-the-tennessee/
Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902

Three Thieves Californian Wine Dinner At Ancient Lore Village
Saturday, May 15, 2021 Through Sunday morning, May 16.
Fine food and libations.

Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast
Relaxation & Leisure Activities
Live Music
Wine, Cocktails & Entertainment

https://ancientlorevillage.com/californian-wine-dinner/#schedule
Reservations at 865.200.2434
info@ancientlorevillage.com
7107 Sevierville Pike
Knoxville TN, 37920

Join the Knoxville Guitar Society for its Spring Benefit Concert. This concert will feature local guitar students, teachers, and professionals.

Location: TBD, Knoxville, TN
7:00 PM
https://knoxvilleclassicalguitar.com/events

An eco-conscious approach to landscaping

This unique workshop will explore the role of native plants and trees in the landscape through ecology, garden design, and philosophy, providing a fresh perspective on garden aesthetics in urban and suburban landscapes.

We will cover the the importance of pollinator and native plants in your garden, which plants are essential for specific wildlife, the importance of proper site preparation, and year-round landscaping strategies to anyone looking for some help selecting trees and plants that provide interest throughout all the seasons.

Native plants will be available on site for purchasing, and there will also be a few varieties of surprise plants as a gift for participating. Led by Joy Grissom, co-founder of Native Plant Rescue Squad.

May 15th, 2021
1-3pm
Cost: $30 non-members, $25 Members, $25 Neighbors
Click here to sign up! http://knoxgarden.org/classes-events/workshops/

The Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center is pleased to announce the 2021 Heritage Happening Gala scheduled for Saturday, May 15, 2021. Our good friends at Mars, Inc. will be the title sponsor of this year's event, and the phenomenal T.G. Sheppard and T. Graham Brown will provide the evening entertainment. We anticipate an amazing night at the Hilton Knoxville Airport beginning at 5 pm.

In addition to opening the musical portion of the evening, T. Graham Brown will be our celebrity emcee! As in years past, we will have both a silent auction and live auction. The silent auction will be a bit different in that it will be online only in order to avoid the handling of common items, such as pens and bid sheets. However, the live auction will take place as usual with Paul Wilson as the auctioneer.

The evening's dress code is cocktail attire. Formal or black tie optional.
https://event.auctria.com/1bdd05e5-2be8-4127-b408-a55f06006b24/

https://www.gsmheritagecenter.org/events/calendar-of-events/

$385

If wine is bottled poetry, then a whole series of books await you for an evening full of libations at Ancient Lore Village!

We'll focus on everything California wine and craft cocktails - with heavenly food at every corner!

5:30pm: Cheese & Charcuterie with Cocktails at The Boulders with Live String Quartet Entertainment
7:00pm: Four-Course Three Thieves Wine Pairings Dinner at The Nest Patio

Sat, May 15, 2021

7107 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/californian-wine-dinner-tickets-147281897119

Lola at the Library Story Time

DATE: Saturday, May 15th from 11:00am to 12:00pm EST (via Zoom)

SPECIAL GUEST: Anna Mcquinn will be reading two of her books, Lola At The Library & Lola Gets A Cat, and will engage in Q & A with attendees.

The Bottom Knox with support from the Center for Children's and Young Adult Literature (CCYAL) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. To learn about The Bottom Knox, visit: https://www.thebottomknox.com/

For free registration, please fill out the form, below. You'll be sent a Zoom link the day before the event. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOVXOeUYuAFbpL_VfmPQsj9D4HrobIZXhQNxX3lifu6N6MLA/viewform

Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT
4630 Holston Dr, Knoxville, TN 37914

Join us for the grand opening of Kickstand Community Bike Shop's second location and Friends of Literacy's new offices inside Macedonia United Methodist Church.

Children will select their own free book, participate in onsite activities to earn a bike, and get a free SnoKrazy Sno-Ball!

Join us for food, music, fun activities, and more!

Other participating community organizations:
The Muse Knoxville
Jeff Roth Cycling Fnd.
The Epilepsy Fnd. of East Tennessee
Moms Demand Action
Keep Knoxville Beautiful
Knoxville Botanical Gardens
Labor Day Sunflower Project
Great Smokey Mountain Council BSA
Burlington Library
SnoKrazy Sno-Balls
Trotta Montgomery Real Estate
I BIKE KNX
Bike Walk Knoxville
Nourish Knoxville
YWCA
Kelly Segars
Trees Knoxville
KCDC
Knox Loves Bikes
Brown Bike Farms
Postal Coffee
Knox Education Foundation
Bell Joy Ride

Books provided by Friends of the Knox County Public Library, Lisa Libraries, and the generous Knox County community. Including books collected by Shoney's of Knoxville, Trotta Montgomery Real Estate, and Regions Bank! https://www.facebook.com/events/168486468507719

Knoxville Irish Society's Virtual May Second Saturday

Dia daoibhse, a chairde! Hello, friends!

Unfortunately, time has gotten away from us this week. We will have a virtual Second Saturday gathering event on Saturday May 15th @ 3pm eastern on the feast of Bealtaine! Bígí linn!

Join the Irish Community - a diaspora and group of Ireland enthusiasts; proof of heritage not required! All are welcome! Be sure to tune in and enjoy!

KIS Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/KnoxvilleIrishSociety

At Bistro at the Bijou, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm and 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Sat May 15

https://www.facebook.com/taber.gable

https://www.facebook.com/BistroattheBijou
807 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902

AUDITIONS FOR THE RIVER & RAIL 2021-2022 SEASON ARE OFFICIALLY OPEN!

Actors please upload a ONE MINUTE contemporary monologue to YouTube as a private/unlisted video and submit your headshot/resume/information and video link no later than JULY 1st, 2021.

If you are auditioning for The Unusual Tale of Mary & Joseph’s Baby please include 16 bars of a song in your audition video – you do not need to record a separate video – Deaf/deaf/HOH actors are especially encouraged to audition – audition material can be performed in ASL or your preferred language.

Stage Managers and Designers please attach your resumes/portfolios.

Should this submission process not meet your accessibility needs please contact chris@riverandrailtheatre.com and we will work with you to make accommodations

SEASON INFO/AVAILABLE ROLES and more info at https://riverandrailtheatre.com/our-season/