Calendar of Events

Join the University of Tennessee Arboretum Society for a virtual program on Zoom Tuesday, September 20, 7 p.m. EDT as we learn from Stephen Alvarez, creator of the Ancient Art Archive (https://www.ancientartarchive.org/), about the Mural of America project. Stephen is an amazing photographer who uses photography, videography, and 3-D imagery to document indigenous art from native cultures all over the world.

Co-sponsored by Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning and the UT Arboretum Society, Alvarez will explain the Mural of America project that explores ten North American cultural landmarks illuminating the complex artistic mysteries of the past. Alvarez and the Ancient Art Archive’s extraordinary team of anthropologists, archaeologists, and Native American artists are exploring the ten sites’ artistic wonders, the rich cultures that gave birth to them, and how they remain meaningful today. Their work is still in progress on most of the sites, but their work at Tennessee's Devilstep Hollow Cave is complete and ready for all of us to experience.

An award-winning National Geographic photographer, film maker and explorer who produces global stories about exploration, adventure, culture and archeology, Alvarez has published over a dozen feature stories in National Geographic. The magazine has sent him from the highest peaks in the Andes to the depths of the deepest cave in the world. His latest National Geographic story on the Origins of Art led from early human sites on the southern coast of Africa to Paleolithic art caves in France and Spain. Moved by the power of humanity’s earliest artworks, Alvarez founded The Ancient Art Archive in 2016. The Archive is a nonprofit foundation dedicated to using the photography and the newest image-based VR technology to preserve and share humanity’s oldest artworks. Stephen lives with his family in Sewanee, Tennessee.

The program is free, but registration is required to receive your link. Register at www.utarboretumsociety.org. This program will be recorded, and closed captioning is available. Please note this program is scheduled on Eastern time. Please contact UT Arboretum Education Coordinator, Michelle Campanis, at mcampani@utk.edu with any questions or registration issues.

Innov865 Week’s premier event is Startup Day, an annual pitch competition and celebration of Knoxville’s thriving entrepreneurial community. It will take place on Tuesday, September 20. At the Startup Day, entrepreneurs showcase their local startup to a panel composed of venture capitalists, angel investors and industry leaders. Pitches are followed by a Q&A from the panel about their business and why they chose to grow their company in Knoxville. Cash prizes are awarded through crowd participation, totaling $10,000.

September 20, 2022 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: The Mill & Mine, 227 West Depot Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917
https://www.innov865.com/event/startup-day-2022/

Palisade Trumpet Collective was founded in 2021 to engage audiences through the exploration and evolution of music for trumpet ensemble. Each member of the ensemble is a distinguished performer, professor, and pedagogue from universities across the United States.

September 20 at 5:30 p.m.
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie L. Haslam Music Center

UT School of Music: Unless otherwise noted, concerts are FREE and open to the public. In-person events that take place in the Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall or the James R. Cox Auditorium also have livestream options.
Venues: Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall in the Natalie L. Haslam Music Center, 1741 Volunteer Boulevard; James R. Cox Auditorium and Performance Hall 32, Alumni Memorial Building, 1408 Middle Drive.
Information: 865-974-8935, https://music.utk.edu/events/

(All ages) Join Ijams and Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for Big Fun at Mead's Quarry on Sept. 20 from 6-9 p.m.! Listen to singer/songwriter Brooks Coker, ride your bike, rent a boat, and enjoy tasty fare from Chef Mo and the Ijams beer garden.

Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920. Visitor Center open daily 10-6; grounds and trails open daily from 8 AM - dusk. Information: 865-577-4717, www.ijams.org

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Addison's Bookstore, 126 South Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902

Join Professor Emeritus at the University of Tennessee, Michael A. Lofaro, at Addison's for a discussion of Knoxville author, James Agee.

I believe that readers deserve to know the true range of James Agee’s writing and how many genres he influenced or created in his short life (1909-1955). After a brief overview of his work, we will focus upon Agee’s final version of A Death in the Family, not the heavily altered one that posthumously won the Pulitzer Prize in 1957, and some of his never before published poetry, to explore both the continuity of his vision and his achievement as an author. Our ninety minutes together will provide ample time for interchange, questions, and comments. I always learn something interesting from these sessions and I hope that you will too.

Michael A. Lofaro, Professor Emeritus at the University of Tennessee, is the author or editor of twenty-two books, an online database, over eighty articles, and as well has received over sixty fellowships, grants, and awards. One of his favorite topics is Knoxville’s own James Agee and he has brought many new works of Agee’s to light in the ongoing scholarly edition of The Works of James Agee (11 vols.; 5 in print) and other publications.

About Addison's
Addison's is a two story independent, used bookstore located at 126 S Gay Street in Knoxville, TN specializing in rare and old books. But that's not all. We plan on hosting events, get togethers, and educational classes.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-presentation-and-conversation-on-james-agee-tickets-410512352497

The Tennessee Artist’s Association will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 20 at 7:00 pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6500 Northshore Dr., Knoxville. This meeting is free and open to anyone interested in the arts in East Tennessee. CDC Covid guidelines will be followed. Refreshments will be served.

The program will feature artist Kathleen Janke, who works in oils, photography, alcohol inks and basketry. Janke lives and works in Townsend, TN, and loves sharing her work and art with people. She finds inspiration for her paintings in the gardens and mountains that surround Townsend. Her work can be seen on her website at Gracehill Fine Art and Basketry @ https://gracehillart.com.

Tennessee Artists Association - Celebrating 50 years - 1972-2022. Monthly programs of TAA include practical art demonstrations, discussions, and opportunities for individual artists to get involved in learning, community and shows More on the Tennessee Artist’s Association can be found on the web at https://tnartists.org, on Instagram at @tn_artists, and on Facebook at TNArtistsAssociation.

Butterfly Foray and Monarch Tagging at Seven Islands State Birding Park

Enjoy the wonder and beauty of flying flowers as we search the park for monarchs and other butterflies. To help scientists understand the monarch migration, we’ll put tracking tags on the monarchs we’re able to catch. Kids of all ages are welcome. We’ll start at 1:00pm with a brief explanation of the monarch migration and its importance. We’ll take a short hike (1-2 miles) through the park to find butterflies and tag as many monarchs as we can. Butterfly nets will be provided, but if you have your own, feel free to bring it. Please note that monarch populations and migration patterns vary. On any day we could see many, few or none. No matter how many we see, we’ll learn about why monarchs and other butterflies are fascinating, their importance and how we can help them. Sturdy shoes and water are recommended.

Location: Seven Islands State Birding Park
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Fee: $8 per person
Ages: All

Advance registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

2022 dates:
Saturday, September 17
Sunday, September 18
Saturday, September 24
Sunday, September 25
Saturday, October 1
Sunday, October 2
Saturday, October 8
Sunday, October 9
Saturday, October 15
Sunday, October 16

Ticket sales close 24 hours before the start of the program. https://zooknoxville.org/experience/monarch-tagging/

Experience a piece of Munich’s Oktoberfest! Schulz Bräu is proud to announce our 7th annual German Oktoberfest! We even follow Munich time! With the time difference this means we will be serving our first Oktoberfest Liter bright and early, 6AM! All of our Oktoberfest celebrations are open to the public – aside from our 6AM Barrel-Tapping Ceremony on 9.17.22. Want in on the action?
http://www.schulzbraubrewing.com/events-oktoberfest/

(800) 245-9764
126 Bernard Avenue, Knoxville, Tennessee, 37917

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

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

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/