Calendar of Events

Christmas Candlelight Tours
Friday, December 1st, 2023 – Saturday, December 2nd, 2023
6:30 - 8:30
Join us on December 1st and 2nd from 6:30pm - 8:30pm for a special holiday tradition! At this annual event, enjoy a tour of Historic Ramsey House, decorated with fresh greenery and candles. Take a step back in history and learn all about Christmas traditions of the early 1800's. Before and after your tour, relax around a warm bonfire, swapping stories, munching on s'mores and sipping on hot drinks.

Make sure you stop by our blacksmith forge to watch a demonstration, and learn about this time honored tradition! On Friday, The Tennesseans For Living History will be setting up camp on the Ramsey grounds. These living historians offer a breadth of unique information about early TN history, as well as a few exciting demonstrations. Reenactors in period dress will greet tours every 15 minutes.

Tickets and more information coming soon!

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

WATCHHOUSE with ALLISON DE GROOT & TATIANA HARGREAVES
Friday, December 1, 8:00PM

Due to popular demand a SECOND show with Watchhouse has been added! Join us on Saturday, December 2 for a special quartet set featuring Knoxville’s own Clint Mullican & Josh Oliver. The fantastic Alexa Rose will open.

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

Artsclamation! is an annual fine art sale featuring 35+ local and regional artists offering a variety of original works. All proceeds benefit the patients and families receiving behavioral health services at Peninsula Hospital and outpatient clinics.

Friday, December 1, 2023 – Preview Party | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday, December 2, 2023 – Public Sale | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sacred Heart Cathedral
711 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN 37919

Artists working with a variety of media are invited to apply to participate in Artsclamation! each year. Members of the Artsclamation! jury then review applications and select artists to invite to the show. Artists, including painters, photographers, jewelers, fiber artists, woodworkers and sculptors, participate in each year’s show. A percentage of each artist’s sales is donated to Peninsula. One artist is selected each year as Featured Artist for the show. A featured piece, created by that artist, is donated to Peninsula, used in promotional materials for the event, and sold at the Preview Party.

One in four people in East Tennessee suffer from a mental health illness. However, there is a significant gap in funding for programs to serve these individuals compared to other diseases and diagnoses. Artsclamation! is Peninsula’s only fundraiser and helps to fill some of the gaps left in those funding sources. Proceeds in past years have funded garden courtyards for adult patients, vans for transporting clients in outpatient programs, play areas for hospitalized children, therapeutic games and activity supplies.

https://www.covenanthealth.com/peninsula/artsclamation/

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 | 8PM

Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information/tickets: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com

WIVK CHRISTMAS PARADE
Friday, December 1, 2023
7:00 pm
Along Gay Street

Join us for everyone's favorite parade, the WIVK Christmas Parade! Bands, dancers, lighted floats, characters and Santa Claus parade down Gay Street and brings fun holiday spirit to all! Parade will start on Gay Street at Main Street ending at Magnolia.

https://www.knoxvilletn.gov/government/city_departments_offices/special_events/christmas_in_the_city

Get ready to witness a sensational revival as WDVX, the Clayton Center for the Arts, and Maryville College join forces to bring back The Smoky Mountain Jamboree at the Clayton Center for the Arts – Ronald and Lynda Nutt Theatre, December 1, 2023, at 7:00 PM.

This electrifying live extravaganza celebrates the heart and soul of Americana music, spanning from the sweet twang of bluegrass to the soul-stirring blues. The stage is set at the Ronald and Lynda Nutt Theatre within the Clayton Center for the Arts, and the tunes will echo across the airwaves of "East Tennessee's Own" WDVX 89.9 FM.

The stage will come alive with the sensational bluegrass prodigy, Wyatt Ellis, co-headlining this spectacular event alongside the charismatic Americana front man and singer-songwriter, Cruz Contreras both whom call Blount County home. Hosting the festivities is the one and only Jay Clark, ensuring that the night will be a memorable one for all in attendance and those tuning in on WDVX. The radio magic kicks off with a riveting 90-minute live broadcast, followed by an exclusive second set that's reserved solely for the Clayton Center audience.

Clayton Center for the Arts, 502 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804 claytonartscenter.com

Smoky Mountain Jamboree 2023
The Clayton Center for the Arts – Ronald and Lynda Nutt Theatre
December 1, 2023 7:00 PM

The Clayton Center for the Arts, WDVX, and Maryville College have formed a partnership to revive The Smoky Mountain Jamboree. The Smoky Mountain Jamboree is a live, Americana music (from bluegrass to blues) show presented in the Clayton Center for the Arts’ Ronald and Lynda Nutt Theatre and broadcast live on “East Tennessee’s Own” WDVX.

The Smoky Mountain Jamboree will feature two, nationally recognized artists that just happen to call Blount County home. Wyatt Ellis, acclaimed bluegrass prodigy, will co-headline the Jamboree along with Americana front man and singer-songwriter, Cruz Contreras. The Jamboree is hosted by Jay Clark.
Tickets at https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/43155435/smoky-mountain-jamboree-2023-maryville-the-clayton-center-for-the-arts-ronald-and-lynda-nutt-theatre

Clayton Center for the Arts, 502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804. Information/tickets: 865-981-8590, www.ClaytonArtsCenter.com

Jubilee Community Arts presents the Tennessee Sheiks at the Laurel Theater, Friday, December 1 at 8:00PM.

The Tennessee Sheiks are Don Cassell, Nancy Brennan Strange, Don Wood, Barry “Po” Hannah, Ken Wood. Michael “Crawdaddy” Crawley, Marcus Shirley, Will Ross, Nicholas Cassell and Brent Thompson. Taking inspiration from the jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt, they describe their music as acoustic swing. The Sheiks’ members are known individually for their work with area bands and musicians for over 20 years working in bluegrass, blues, alt-country, jazz and swing idioms.

Tickets/reservations available at Ticketleap, by mail or at the door 30 minutes prior to show.
$20 at the door, $15 General Audience Advance, $14 JCA members, students & seniors 65+

Jubilee Community Arts at the Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916. Tickets: www.brownpapertickets.com/producer/1118485, 1-800-838-3006 ext 1, and at the door. Information: 865-522-5851, www.jubileearts.org

Zach Russell, Friday, December 1, at Pretentious Beer Co., 131 S Central St. Music starts at 8:00PM.

We're so excited to have Zach Russell taking the Pretentious Beer Co. stage to celebrate the release of his debut full-length album Where The Flowers Meet The Dew with special guest Redd.

For seven years in Nashville, Russell studied how fellow writers and performers were approaching their craft, even spending a stint on the road as Tyler Childers’ merchandise manager. Getting a firsthand look at precisely what it takes to chase down greatness, Russell believed he could achieve it as well. But ultimately, taking a breather from Nashville brought clarity—and lots of songs—to the East Tennessee-based artist, and got the ball rolling on what would become Russell’s debut full-length album, Where The Flowers Meet The Dew out Dec 1st.

Tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/zach-russell-album-release-show-at-pretentious-beer-co-knoxville-tickets

The Blount County Arts and Crafts Guild invites you to its 19th Annual Santa Mouse Arts & Crafts Show, November 30 through December 2,
Dotson Memorial Baptist Church (just off William Blount Dr)
814 Dotson Memorial Rd, Maryville, TN

Join us for your holiday shopping to find quality handcrafted items from local artisans, such as basketry, fiber arts, glasswork, gourd art, jewelry, holiday crafts, ornaments, paintings, soaps, woodworking and more! Free admission and parking!

Nov 30 & Dec 1 10 am-5 pm Dec 2 10 am-3 pm

www.blountartsandcraftsguild.com

HAVE A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE EVERY TIME YOU STOP IN! TAKE ADVANTAGE OF DAILY DISCOUNTS AND FREEBIES. ENJOY QUIET, RELAXED SHOPPING AWAY FROM THE COMMERCIAL HUSTLE AND BUSTLE WHERE YOU WILL DISCOVER THE MOST UNIQUE ITEMS TO SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. GET A STAMP ON YOUR LITTLE RIVER PASSPORT TO EARN A GIFT CERTIFICATE TO USE ON ORIGINAL ART!

Day 1 Monday, November 27: Merry Cup o' Joe
Experience our brand new locally roasted gourmet coffee.
Select a free Little River Art mug with purchase of coffee.
Day 2 Tuesday, November 28: Dogs around the Tree
We have everything to help you celebrate the Season with your favorite pups. Shop while sipping hot chocolate and take home a treat for your fur baby too.
Take home a dog felted ornament with any $20 purchase.
Day 3 Wednesday, November 29: Holiday High Tea
Join us for a special tea party. You can sample our loose teas while enjoying scones and finger sandwiches.
Purchase any tea and get a china tea cup ornament.
Day 4 Thursday, November 30: Deck Your Halls
Beautiful art, sparkling lights, and colorful decor-- take your pick! Enjoy homemade caramel corn and hot cider while you shop.
Buy one of our beautiful ornaments and get one free.
Day 5 Friday, December 1: Holiday Happy Hour 3PM-6PM
Sip a cocktail with us while wrapping up you last minute shopping. And we will wrap up your presents free of charge.
Take home a holiday rocks glass with a $20 purchase.

Little River Art & Frame, 4313 Papermill Drive, Knoxville, Tn 37909
https://www.littleriverartists.com/5-days-of-christmas

Welcome to the 18th Annual East Tennessee Regional Student Art Exhibition, presented by the Knoxville Museum of Art. The ETRSAE showcases the strength and diversity of art education programs in East Tennessee, celebrates talented middle and high school students, and supports arts education. This annual exhibition provides the opportunity for students to participate in a juried exhibition and to have their artworks displayed in a professional art museum environment. We are so delighted by the quality of the artworks, the dedication of the teachers, and the commitment of the museum staff to establish a museum/school tradition for our community.

Public, private, and home schools grade 6–12 in 32 East Tennessee counties were invited to submit up to 15 artworks per teacher. Categories for the competition include ceramic, drawing, digital imagery/video production, mixed media, painting, computer graphics, sculpture, photography, and printmaking. Each participating school is represented by one work of art.

The Best-in-Show winner receives a Purchase Award of $500, and the artwork becomes a permanent part of the collection of Mr. James Dodson, on loan to the Knoxville Museum of Art’s Education Collection. The Best-in-Middle School winner receives $250. If you are a NAEA/TAEA member and the teacher of the student who is selected as this year’s Best-in-Show and Best in Middle School, you will receive a $100 Art Educator Award from the Knoxville Museum of Art. Each student in the exhibition receives a certificate of participation and the “Best” in each of the 10 categories. The winners receive a cash award and a museum family membership.

Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park, Knoxville, TN 37916. Hours: Tu-Sa 10-5, Su 1-5. Information: 865-525-6101, www.knoxart.org. Admission and parking are free.