Calendar of Events

Performed Thursdays and Fridays at 7 PM; Saturdays at 1 PM and 5 PM; and Sundays at 3 PM.

As another Christmas arrives with Mr. March still off at the war front, Mrs. March’s daughters are growing up to be strikingly different from each other. Jo is willful, impulsive, and temperamental, whereas Beth is humble and selfless. Meg does not see a future outside her hometown, whereas Amy dreams of Europe. Jo and Laurence are inseparable in their youth, but which of the “Little Women” will he marry? And if “Laurie” is too conventional for Jo, what kind of man will she end up with? Ripe with life lessons about the change from child into young adult, Little Women is a timeless American classic.

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

5/3 • Evening Paddle
5/4 • Early Morning Birding: Spring Migration
5/4 • Spring Fungi ID: Beginner Workshop
5/4 • Pond Exploration
5/7 • Big Fun Tuesdays: National Bike Month Celebration

And more!

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

As spring takes hold, Pauline Viardot's enchanting Cendrillon will delight audiences on May 3rd, 4th, and 5th at the Bijou Theatre. Once again led by the creative vision of Dean Anthony and conducted by the exceptional Kelly Kuo, this performance promises a magical and unforgettable reimagining of the classic Cinderella story.

At the Bijou Theater, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Knoxville Opera: 865-524-0795, https://www.knoxvilleopera.org/

Hard Knox Vintage Jazz Weekend!

Starting Friday, May 3rd and ending Sunday, May 5th, Hard Knox will be hosting a vintage Jazz dance weekend here in Knoxville. The weekend will feature live bands on Friday and Saturday, classes on Saturday and Sunday featuring teachers from around the country teaching Lindy Hop and other styles. There will also be competitions. Register at https://hardknoxlindyrox.com/registration-info.html.
Scholarships and student pricing are available!

for more information please visit https://hardknoxlindyrox.com.

Friday, May 3, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 1:30 p.m.
Knoxville Civic Auditorium

Relive the film that started it all. Watch the wand choose the wizard, a troll run amok and magic mirrors in high-definition while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ iconic score. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event as Harry, Ron, Hermione and all your favorite characters return to the screen and enchant the world all over again.

Tickets are available at www.knoxvillecoliseum.com. Information: 865-291-3310 or https://knoxvillesymphony.com

Most books $2 or less! Proceeds benefit Knox County Public Library

Upcoming Sales
Halls Branch: May 3-4, 10:00-5:00
Bearden Branch: May 10-11, 10:00-5:00
Children’s Festival of Reading at World’s Fair Park: May 18, 10:00-3:00

https://www.knoxfriends.org/

Graduate Book Show

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/

St. Paul United Methodist Church, 4014 Garden Dr, Knoxville, TN 37918
Parking in the front and back of church is free.

Art Show and Reception from 6:30pm to 8:00pm, Refreshments will be provided.

Art is from three classes instructed by Aurora Bull. Approximately 25 - 30 students artwork will be on display. The students range in style and subject matter to include; portraiture, landscapes, nature, abstracts, emotion, and still life set-ups.

Aurora is a lifelong artist with over 40 years experience creating and teaching art. She resides in Maynardville on a farm which offers inspiration to her detail oriented subject matter. She also draws inspiration from the nearby Smoky Mountains, her travels, and wildlife and nature around her.

https://stpaulftncity.org/

GRAMMY nominated Missy Raines was named 2021 International Bluegrass Music Association Bass Player of the Year, for the 10th time, more than any other bass player in the history of the organization. Missy Raines has proven herself without doubt as an iconic bluegrass instrumentalist. With the success of her latest release, Royal Traveller, Raines has stepped into the spotlight as a songwriter and singer as well. Royal Traveller was nominated for a GRAMMY in 2020 and was produced by Compass Records co-founder and renowned banjoist, Alison Brown.

Currently, Missy is touring with her own band, Missy Raines & Allegheny, a bluegrass ensemble featuring banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, and bass. Allegheny offers Missy fertile ground to bring a together a lifetime of traditional inspiration along with her unique approach to string band music.

Tickets available at TicketLeap (jubilee-community-arts.ticketleap.com), 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 | 1538 Laurel Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37916

New Favorites are on the program for this year’s SCO Spring Concert. Part of Sacred Heart’s Cathedral Concert Series under the baton of Dr. Ace Edewards, the Spring Concert includes:

· Handel/Elgar – Overture in D Minor
· Frank Bridge – The Sea, A Suite for Orchestra
· Vasily Kalinnikov – Symphony No. 1 in G Minor

When: Friday, May. 3, 2024, 8:00-9:30 p.m.

Where: Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, 711 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN

Admission: Free (donations welcome) but reserved seating is requested through Eventbrite.

Websites: For more information, visit www.scruffycityorchestra.com or www.shcathedral.org/cathedral-concert-series/

Scruffy City Orchestra Spring Concert, Friday, May 3, 8:00-9:30 PM, is part of Sacred Heart's Cathedral Concert Series under the baton of Dr. Ace Edwards held at The Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, 711 South Northshore Drive.
Scruffy City Orchestra is Knoxville's only community orchestra.

New Favorites are on the program for this year’s spring concert. The line-up includes:
Handel/Elgar – Overture in D Minor
Frank Bridge – The Sea, A Suite for Orchestra
Vasily Kalinnikov – Symphony No. 1 in G Minor

Admission: Free (donations welcome) but reserved seating is requested through
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cathedral-concert-scuffy-city-orchestra-tickets.

For more information about the Cathedral Concert Series, please visit https://www.shcathedral.org/cathedral-concert-series.

Friday, May 3rd (5:00-7:00 PM) - Join us for Tavern Notes: Weekly live music outside of the Tavern at Maker Exchange. Grab a drink or bite and shop work by 150+ makers in the Curio while you enjoy live music from Knoxville’s most talented performers. Free and open to the public – curated by Dogwood Arts. Free!

Mingle with the following mural artists from 5-8pm:
Allison Meriwether – Painter and Muralist
Whitney Herrington – Painter and Muralist
Orel Brodt -Fashion/Shoe Designer and Painter
Gared Luquet – Painter and Muralist

https://www.makerexchangeknox.com/calendar/firstfridaymay2024/
710 Clinch Avenue, Knoxville