Calendar of Events

Our relationship to moving images is constantly evolving. Amid the global COVID-19 pandemic, for example, our use of–and reliance on–streaming services to access Hollywood blockbusters not only changed how we watch movies but also disrupted traditional models for financing and distributing such productions.

How did our relationship with moving images begin? What technological and cultural events sparked our interest in motion pictures as entertainment? And what role has East Tennessee and its people had in moviemaking?

Lights! Camera! East Tennessee!, a new feature exhibition at the East Tennessee History Center, answers these questions by chronicling Knoxville’s contributions to film from the promotion of Thomas Edison’s Kinetoscope in 1895 to its use as a location for major productions currently in development. At the heart of the story is 35 mm film, shown both in urban theaters and suburban cineplexes and shot by itinerant filmmakers, documentarians, industrial filmmakers, and news reporters. Multiple screens featuring highlights from these genres anchor the exhibition.

Equally intriguing are the stories of how Knoxvillians made Hollywood history. Learn about Clarence Brown, a graduate of Knoxville High School and the University of Tennessee, who became one of MGM’s most prominent directors. And see why James Agee, known to us today as a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist, was better known as a film critic and screenwriter during his life.

Lights! Camera! East Tennessee! will also spotlight the numerous actors from across East Tennessee who became Hollywood A-listers and the variety of films that were shot in East Tennessee, including A Walk in the Spring Rain (1970) and That Evening Sun (2009), both of which premiered in Knoxville.

East Tennessee Historical Society, 601 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Museum hours: M-F 9-4, Sa 10-4, Su 1-5. Information: 865-215-8824, www.eastTNhistory.org/lights-camera

Saturday, November 19
Details TBA
This year’s Phoenix Ball promises an exciting and entertaining evening for you, your family, and your friends!

Phone: 865-524-0795 | Email: info@knoxvilleopera.com | Web: www.knoxvilleopera.com

With Philip Clift

Saturdays, 2:30-5 PM - Nov 19, Dec 17, Jan 21, Feb 18

This 6-part series of foundation level workshops will cover a variety of yoga-related topics, the first being fundamentals of asana alignment. In each 2.5 hour class, we'll break down sun salutations and standing postures, thoroughly examining their alignment from the perspective of external pose shape and internal subtle energy dynamics. We'll explore several different approaches for each asana, and learn how to effectively modify down (easier) and up (more challenging). Additionally, we'll go over hands-on adjustments for all poses and modifications. Learning to adjust asana is particularly helpful in integrating an of understanding subtle energy dynamics. Each session will close with Yoga Nidra and deep relaxation.

$50 per session
https://renegadeyogacenter.live/pages/upcoming-workshops--events

Renegade Yoga Center, 516 Renford Road • Knoxville, TN 37919
(865) 500-7120

FEATURING BERNIE HERMS
Saturday, November 19 | 7:30PM

Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information/tickets: 865-522-0832, https://knoxbijou.org/

Saturday, November 19 at 8 pm

Greg Horne is a familiar face at the Laurel Theater, having perfomed at many Jubilee Festivals, contra dances, and with Laurel regulars R.B. Morris and Jay Clark. For this special show Greg is excited to welcome his own brother Tenzin Chopak to the Laurel stage. Greg and Tenzin grew up in Oak Ridge, Tennessee in a family that valued art and music as vital. Though both are very active performers, they rarely get to perform together.

Greg has written songs and played guitar, fiddle and several other string instruments for over 25 years. His songs show a passion for roots sounds from old time to honky tonk and rock, and a desire to do more than clone the past. Maintaining dual careers as a performer and teacher, he has written over a dozen instructional books published internationally by Alfred Music. In recent years he released an electric band album, “Working on Engines,” taught songwriting workshops in Montana and toured with Nashville Americana band Wild Ponies.

Tenzin Chopak is an artist, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Ithaca, NY. In 1999 he traveled from East Tennessee to North India. While studying Tibetan language and religion there, he was given the name "Tenzin Chopak". For the following twelve years in upstate New York, Tenzin kept music a quiet if not hidden part of his life.

In late 2011 he teamed with renowned banjoist Richie Stearns of the Horseflies, violinist Rosie Newton, violinist/luthier Eric Aceto, Harry Aceto, and bassist Ethan Jodziewicz, forming an ensemble he called Rockwood Ferry as a vehicle for his new music. He has released three albums under the Rockwood Ferry name with a variety of top Ithaca musicians. Tenzin’s two most recent releases are "Awful Good,” an acoustic ensemble album with deep roots influences and sweet vocal harmonies, and an intimate solo album "Alone in the House,” recorded with one microphone in one day. Tenzin's sixth studio album was released in late 2018.

Tickets/reservations available at Eventbrite, by mail or at the door 30 minutes prior to show
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/greg-horne-tickets-410254882397
$15 at the door, $13 General Audience Advance, $12 JCA members, students & seniors 65+

Jubilee Community Arts at the Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916. Tickets and information: 865-522-5851, www.jubileearts.org

NOV 19 | 7:30 PM
With Host Jason Altieri, featuring the Holly Jollies with Chloë Agnew & Timothy Miller

TICKETS ARE FREE AND WILL BE AVAILABLE ON SEPTEMBER 15 2022 @ 10 AM.

Jump back in time to the 1940s when radio was king and Christmas was on the air. Hear your favorite holiday classics, duets and more. Start your season off with a little nostalgia and a ton of good cheer!

The Holly Jollies with Chloë Agnew of Celtic Woman and Atlanta Braves’ favorite tenor, Timothy Miller along with the Atlanta Pops Orchestra will make you laugh, make you cry and brighten up your holiday season - 1940s style!

Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 212 Tusculum Blvd, Greeneville, TN 37745. Information: 423-638-1679, https://www.npacgreeneville.com

Sat Nov 19, 9 AM – 4:30 PM

The inaugural Youth Summit will be held in the Main Assembly Room of the City County Building, 400 Main Street. The Mayor’s Youth Council will host and lead the discussion at the event, which will convene young people ages 13-18 to discuss and identify viable solutions for four major issues affecting our city and its residents: community and civic engagement, mental health, violence prevention and homelessness. The day will conclude with participants presenting their ideas to elected officials, local leaders, teachers, parents and other community members who would like to attend. The Youth Summit is open to all Knoxville residents ages 13 – 18 with an interest in civic and community engagement and creative problem solving. Registration is free and open now at https://bit.ly/RegisterYouthSummit; participants under 18 are asked to include a guardian’s name and contact information.

November 19 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Gather ’round the table with new and old friends, alike, for a Friendsgiving Dinner to celebrate all of the friendships we are thankful for! Our Chefs will be serving up a traditional Thanksgiving dinner and, afterwards, you’ll get to spend time in cozy conversation around the fire pit.

Cost per person: $35/ person

FRIENDSGIVING MENU

Turkey
Stuffing
Mashed Potatoes + Gravy
Roasted Garlic Beans
Individual Apple Pies
Deviled Eggs
Rolls + Butter
Sweet Tea

Ancient Lore Village, 7107 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920. Information: 865-200-2434, https://ancientlorevillage.com/eventscal/month/

9:00am - 2:00pm

Join us November 19th to make your very ornament! This traditional Scandinavian snowflake ornament is perfect as a homemade decoration to adorn your home! Each student will go home with 2 - 10 inch and 2 - 8 inch ornaments!

This class has limited availability. Register here!
https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/ramseyhouse/items/411364/availability/980607563/book/

Sheri Burns Bio
A retired homeschool mom of 4, as well as a practicing nurse for the last 30 years, Sheri first learned basketry 18 years ago as an extension of being a homeschool teacher. While teaching Appalachian history to her children, she took her first basket class, so she could make baskets with her kids and fell in love with the art form. Sheri is passionate about teaching the art of basket weaving as well as continually learning new styles and techniques.

Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorngrove Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914. Information: 865-546-0745, www.ramseyhouse.org

November 19 | East Tennessee History Center | 2:30 - 4:00

Knoxville is a movie-loving town. We're film actors, filmmakers, film critics and film goers. Knoxville itself has been filmed and depicted in the movies. The Tennessee Theatre is home to the Mighty Wurlitzer, one of the few remaining pipe organs in the country. Learn about all of this and more during this walking tour with Laura Still Knoxville Walking Tours.

Registration required with active adult library card. *Light rain or shine. Be prepared to walk for 90 minutes.
https://www.knoxcountylibrary.org/event/knoxville-goes-movies-walking-tour-laura-still
http://knoxvillewalkingtours.com/

Come to Marble Springs State Historic Site on Saturday, November 19th, from 1 pm to 3 pm for a Colonial pie-making workshop to take home a pie to put away until Thanksgiving day! Visitors will come to our tavern to make a traditional apple pie with Mrs. Fran to take and bake. Perfect for freezing and baking on Thanksgiving Day! Visitors will also receive a pastry cloth and recipe card to bring a piece of Marble Springs home. All visitors must bring a rolling pin, a sharp knife, and a potato peeler from home.

Marble Springs State Historic Site: 1220 West Governor John Sevier Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920. Information: 865-573-5508, www.marblesprings.net

(Ages 16+) Join the Museum of Infinite Outcomes next Saturday, Nov. 19, at Mead's Quarry for one or both of these all-inclusive en plein air drawing and painting classes! No experience necessary and all materials are included. Learn More and Register

See: Drawing from Light, 1-3 p.m.
You’ll begin with a fall hike and then practice observation and drawing in black and white.

See: Sunset Watercolors, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
After a hike, you’ll paint the sunset in this full-color watercolor class.

https://www.ijams.org/event-details/creative-series-en-plein-air-drawing-painting-workshops