Calendar of Events

SATURDAY AT 2 PM – 3 PM
Tickets: www.ijams.org/event-details/take-action-transform-your-yard-talk-with-knox-county-master-gardeners

Tennessee Smart Yards is an UT Extension-led program that guides Tennesseans on practices they can apply in their outdoor spaces to create healthier, more ecologically-sound landscapes and communities. Join Knox County Masters Gardeners Sarah DeWitt and Mona Yethiraj for an event at Ijams learning all about how to modify what you do to get your home landscape (and neighborhood, too!) certified as a TN Smart Yard. You don’t have to be an expert gardener, just a willingness to think about how stuff works.

At this talk, you will also learn about the new Ijams Weed Warriors Native Landscape Certification Program that also falls under the Smart Yards program.

This talk is free and open to all ages. Please RSVP to save a spot in this program.

SATURDAY AT 5 PM
Tickets · $75 - $125
www.eventbrite.com/e/13th-annual-pesto-festo-tickets-392430689757

Pesto Festo is BACK! We are ready to celebrate with you! We are thrilled to announce that this year's Pesto Festo will be hosted at Knoxville's own sensationally beautiful historic house and grounds - Mabry-Hazen House!

A foodie fundraising event to help support Tennessee Valley's growers, raisers, farmers, food educators & chefs.

We have been working diligently to make sure this Pesto Festo is a bang of a good time so we are thrilled to announce that this year's Pesto Festo will be hosted at Knoxville's own sensationally beautiful historic house and grounds - Mabry Hazen House! @mabryhazenhouse

This year's glorious three course meal will be carefully crafted and curated by the celebrated Chef Robert McDonald of our beloved @bistro_bythetracks!

A Pesto Contest with prizes is open to the guests to both enter AND judge, a silent auction with incredible items from all throughout East TN. Live music, lawn games, all the foodies around and an overall really stellar time!

This is a no waste event! In support of all that Slow Food stands for we ask that you bring your place settings. This includes plate, silverware, napkin and any drinking ware. In addition to BYOS (setting) this event is also BYOB! We have wonderful local breweries that may surprise us but please feel free to bring your preference or a delicious bottle of wine.

Want to purchase a discounted $50 ticket and become a part of the Slow Food community? Join us today and sign up to be a member for your ticket discount code! Feel free to email or dm @slowfoodtnvalley for more info.

Extended through Oct 31

You can support Arrowmont through the Friends of Arrowmont Online Auction. This month-long auction presents unique arts and crafts by artists in the Arrowmont community. Each piece of art was created by a working professional artist who is showing their support of Arrowmont. Bring home one or more of the fabulous pieces of handcrafted artwork. Auction proceeds benefit Arrowmont and help ensure arts and crafts education is possible for people who otherwise might not be able to participate in a workshop.

Look for new artwork added to the auction each week and bid often to secure your favorite pieces. Thank you for supporting Arrowmont!

https://www.arrowmont.org/support/friends-of-arrowmont-auction/

The auction closes at 3:00 pm ET on Saturday, October 15, 2022. Items will be awarded to the highest bidder. Winners will be contacted after the auction closes. If you have any questions please contact Deborah Sosower, 865-436-5860 x 29, dsosower@arrowmont.org.

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Information: 865-436-5860, https://www.arrowmont.org

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

This
production brings this classic play to life on stage for teens to better understand and appreciate the writing of William Shakespeare. After all Shakespeare’s works were meant to be performed and not just read.

Adapted especially for middle and high school students and one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays, Romeo and Juliet is the story of an age-old vendetta between two powerful families (the Montagues and the Capulets) that erupts into bloodshed. A group of masked Montagues risk further conflict by gatecrashing a Capulet party. A young lovesick Romeo Montague falls instantly in love with Juliet Capulet, who is due to marry her father’s choice, the County Paris. With the help of Juliet’s nurse, the women arrange for the couple to marry the next day, but Romeo’s attempt to halt a street fight leads to the death of Juliet’s own cousin, Tybalt, for which Romeo is banished.

The play is performed by twenty seven talented young actors from ages 10 to 17.

This show is directed by KCT Artistic Director Steve Sherman with student Assistant Director, Ava Bradshaw.

KCT is East Tennessee’s leading producer of plays for children and families.

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

Friday, September 16 thru Tuesday, September 27

Over 80 artists of all ages put their creativity on full display to participate in our Annual Art in the Garden program this year! All summer you've had the opportunity to view them on display in the Gardens, and soon you'll be able to bid on your favorites! Each of the adults' and kids' art pieces will be available to the highest bidder on our online auction site.
The link to the bidding site will be on our website. Bidding will close at 5pm on Tuesday, September 27. Winning bidders will be contacted after the close of the auction and can schedule a time to pick up their art during our Fall Plant Sale. Payment will be made at the time of pickup.

UT Gardens, Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996. Information: 865-974-7151, https://utgardens.tennessee.edu/

At Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, Gatlinburg

Attend workshops from top Instructors, take in the Art Exhibits or come for the Fashion Show (September 21, 2022 @ 7:30 p.m.) - Reception and Sale after the show.

The Fine Art Show has returned for 2022 to the Sandra J. Blain Exhibition Galleries at the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, TN. This art show will feature the best in SPIN members' artwork including professionals, new artists, and MSPs (Master Silk Painters).

https://www.silkpainters.org/festivaltrad.php?ID=275

Mark your calendars! TheMaker City Summit is returning for our 7th annual maker business conference this fall. This year's Summit will be two full days and bigger than ever.

Keep an eye out for lineup and tickets coming soon!
https://themakercity.org/

Future Book Sales:

• Farragut Branch: September 16-17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Fall Sale at Central United Methodist: September 29-October 1 (Members-Only Day September 29), 3:30 p.m.-7 p.m.

https://www.knoxfriends.org/

Works by Emma Loy

Show statement: A show exploring the immaterial path of heirlooms and antique objects passed down through generations of women within a lineage.

Gallery 1010, 100 S. Gay Street, Suite 114, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Reception Fri 5-7 PM, Sat 10 AM – 1 PM, or by appointment. Information: https://gallery1010.utk.edu/

Pellissippi State Community College invites you to join the College in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month between Sept. 15 and Oct. 15. The College’s Hispanic Heritage Month Committee has planned 10 events, all of which are free and open to the public, that will celebrate the rich and beautiful complexity of Latino and Hispanic culture.

Thursday, September 15
Panel Discussion: Refugee and Immigrant Arrival Stories

10:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Division Street Campus
Discussion followed by snacks in the Student Lounge. History Assistant Professor Nick Rummell will moderate.

Keynote Address: DACA, Ten Years On
6-7 p.m. via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87481598527
Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law Assistant Professor Arléne
Amarante will give an overview of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
(DACA) statute, especially its impact in Tennessee.

Monday, September 19
Explanation of New Workforce Expansion Law
6 p.m. via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81009742207
Luis Mata, policy coordinator of the Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition and TIRRC Votes, will discuss how this law allows some immigrants to obtain trade licenses.

Wednesday, September 21
Roundtable discussion with Latino students, staff and faculty
2 p.m. Hardin Valley Campus,
Goins Building Cafeteria Annex (GN 151a)

Friday, September 23
Presentation on “Day of the Dead” exhibit
2 p.m. University of Tennessee McClung Museum via Zoom (Click Here to View)
Curator of Academic Programs Katy Malone will lead this tour

Wednesday, September 28
Band: Candela, with Hispanic food
Noon-2 p.m. Hardin Valley Campus Courtyard

Wednesday, October 5
American Culture is Hispanic Culture
Noon, Strawberry Plains Campus and via Zoom. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88494186440
Instructor Nathan Widener

Thursday, October 6
Understanding U.S. Immigration Policies in the Past and Present
3:30-4:30 p.m. and via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87668004552
Presented by De Ann Pendry, Distinguished Lecturer, Department of Anthropology, University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Thursday, October 13
Film: “Critical Thinking”
The film will run throughout the day at the Magnolia Avenue Campus
Based on a true story from 1998, five Latino and Black teenagers from the toughest underserved ghetto in Miami fight their way into the National Chess Championship under the guidance of their unconventional but inspirational teacher.

Music Faculty Recital: ¡Celebremos el mes de la Hispanidad!
7 p.m. Hardin Valley Campus, Clayton Performing Arts Center

Pellissippi State | 10915 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN 37933
https://www.pstcc.edu/hispanic-heritage/

ALL PERFORMANCES HAVE BEEN CANCELED

The Clarence Brown Theatre will open its 2022/2023 Season with Agatha Christie’s masterpiece, “Murder on the Orient Express,” running on the MainStage September 14th to October 2nd.

Tickets may be purchased by calling the Box Office at 865-974-5161 or online at https://clarencebrowntheatre.com/plays/murder-on-the-orient-express/. UT Faculty/Staff receive 15% off ticket prices. Students see the previews for FREE, the rest of the performances for $5, and Opening Night for $10.

The Pay What You Can Preview performance, where patrons can name their own price, will be held Wednesday, September 14. Behind the Scenes Sunday will take place following the Sunday, September 18 matinee. A Talk Back will take place Sunday, September 25 following the matinee. Deaf Night at the Theatre will take place Tuesday, September 27. The Open Captioned performance is Sunday, October 2 at 2:00 pm.

Free and convenient parking is available in the Upper Parking of McClung Tower Garage (G2) on Volunteer Boulevard.

The production contains all the glamour, intrigue, and suspense of Christie’s novel, with a healthy dose of humor to quicken the pace. Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of year, but by morning there is one less passenger. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed numerous times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, the passengers rely on detective Hercule Poirot to identify the murderer – before he or she can strike again.

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

On Nov. 14, 2022, ten talented senior adults will get the chance to shine as part of the 3rd Annual Seniors Got Talent, Knoxville variety show produced by the Morning Pointe Foundation in conjunction with Morning Pointe Senior Living at The Bijou Theatre.

Morning Pointe’s event seeks to showcase local senior talent and celebrate the young-at-heart. Auditions for Seniors Got Talent Franklin are happening now through Oct. 7 for in-person auditions or Oct. 14 for online auditions. Details – including locations, times and how to upload a video of a senior performance – can be found at www.morningpointefoundation.com/seniorsgottalent.

Participants are not required to be Morning Pointe residents; anyone 62 years young or older may apply. Acts showcasing talents of all kinds are welcome but should not exceed three minutes in length. Ten seniors or acts (including groups) will ultimately be selected to perform in the big show.

Only one act will take home the grand prize of $500. Second- and third-place winners will also receive awards, and Morning Pointe is introducing a brand-new People’s Choice Award. Show attendees will be able to vote for their favorite act at $1 per vote, with funds going to the Morning Pointe Foundation.
Tickets for the grand finale will be $25 and will go on sale in mid- to late-October.