Calendar of Events

Moviegoers will travel back in time and see these classics, as they should be: in a historic theater originally built as a movie palace surrounded by other movie-lovers, enjoying some popcorn and a cold drink. Come experience some of your favorite classics on the big screen! Prior to each screening, hear the Mighty Wurlitzer organ fill the auditorium with magnificent music.  https://www.tennesseetheatre.com/events/summer-movie-magic

Moviegoers will travel back in time and see these classics, as they should be: in a historic theater originally built as a movie palace surrounded by other movie-lovers, enjoying some popcorn and a cold drink. Come experience some of your favorite classics on the big screen! Prior to each screening, hear the Mighty Wurlitzer organ fill the auditorium with magnificent music.  https://www.tennesseetheatre.com/events/summer-movie-magic

Adam del Monte is recognized globally as a rare talent in both flamenco and classical guitar genres, transcending traditional boundaries as a performer and composer. His unique sound incorporates a variety of musical styles while maintaining the essence of flamenco. Del Monte has recorded with Deutsche Grammophon and featured in the double GRAMMY-winning opera Ainadamar. He has performed at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center and participated in renowned festivals such as the Festival de Granada and the International Flamenco Festival in Los Angeles.

$25 ADMISSION
Where: The Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, Knoxville
When: Saturday, August 24 at 7:00 PM

Tickets: https://www.knoxvilleclassicalguitar.com/

Knoxville’s biggest *free* music festival is back! Born & Raised Productions is proud to present the sixth installment of Sunset On Central. Coming Saturday, August 24th to various venues on the Central Street corridor in North Knoxville. Sunset On Central is a music discovery festival featuring nearly thirty artists on four different stages highlighting some of the excellent up-and-coming talent that the city and region has to offer. There will also be food trucks, local vendors, and after parties.

This year, proceeds from this event will go to benefit the local music nonprofit, Knox Music Coalition. Knox Music Coalition is a 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission is to strengthen and connect Knoxville’s music scene through educational programs, career development resources, and music advocacy with local community.

3-11 PM
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-on-central-2024-tickets-939701100287

Saturday, August 24th from 11am-8pm at First Lutheran Church, 1207 N Broadway, free admission

Join us for our 10th GermanFest! German fare, oompah bands, children’s games, local craft beer, silent auction, and marketplace are just a few of the fun things we have cooked up! Prost!

https://www.facebook.com/FirstLutheranGermanFest/

 Saturday, August 24
Doors Open: 5:30 p.m. Show: 6:00 p.m.

Join us for a free concert featuring Shawn Camp & Wood Box Heroes at the Museum of Appalachia on Saturday, Aug 24! Grab your lawn chairs, put on those dancing shoes, and get ready to sway to some bluegrass tunes. Food and beverages will be on site!
For the safety and preservation of the Museum, no coolers, outside food, drinks, or animals (with the exception of service animals) are allowed).

Museum of Appalachia | 2819 Andersonville Hwy. | Clinton, TN 37716 US
https://www.museumofappalachia.org/fullmoonpickinparties/

August 24, 2024
Historic Cherokee Caverns
8524 Oak Ridge Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 275-5196
Price: $15 anyone 4 years old and up

An overprotective clown fish named Marlin is desperate to find his missing son, Nemo. During his search, Marlin enlists the help of a forgetful blue tang, and they head for Sydney. It's rumored that a fishnapped Nemo is living there in a dentist's aquarium. Rated G

Showtimes: 11:00am, 1:15pm, 3:30pm, 5:45pm and 8:00pm

Tickets are $15.00 per person. Children 3 & under are free with the purchase of an adult ticket. DUE TO THE FACT THAT THESE MOVIES TYPICALLY SELL OUT, THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS. Concessions are available. https://www.visitknoxville.com/event/cherokee-caverns-presents-movie-in-the-cave-finding-nemo/27512/

Calling all plant enthusiasts! On Saturday, August 24th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Marble City Market Food Hall will be transformed into a lush oasis for the Knox Plant Fest. This event is a must for anyone who loves greenery, from houseplants to herbs, vegetables, and more.

Explore a wide variety of plants as vendors from across the region showcase their best offerings. Whether you're looking to add to your indoor jungle or pick up some fresh herbs for your kitchen, you'll find something to love. Vendors include The Knoxville Spice and Tea Exchange, Amanns Gothic, The Upcycle Garden, Amanda Lynn's Workshop, Radiant Welds, Marley's Plant Boutique, Henna by Tuba, Happy Little Herbs, Leaflet Studios, and Terrarium Store.

While you shop, treat yourself to a refreshing herbaceous cocktail from Frank and George’s, crafted to perfectly complement the day’s botanical theme. And don’t forget to participate in the plant swap! Bring a plant from home and leave with a new green friend to add to your collection.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, Knox Plant Fest offers a fun and vibrant atmosphere to celebrate all things plants. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow plant lovers and bring a bit more green into your life! https://www.facebook.com/events/764947998929168

Knoxville Museum of Art (KMA) is thrilled to launch an exciting new schedule of exhibitions, beginning with Jo Sandman/TRACES, opening to the public on August 23, 2024. The public is warmly invited to the opening reception that Friday from 6:00-9:00 pm. A special Members-Only hour will take place from 6:00-7:00 pm, with a talk by Alice Sebrell, curator of TRACES, at 6:15. Attendees can expect to enjoy summer refreshments, a signature cocktail, and a special musical performance by Rubens Ghenov. The event is free and open to the public, with a cash bar.

Jo Sandman is celebrated for her restless curiosity, sparked by her time at Black Mountain College, and expressed through her experimentation with various imagery, materials, and processes. For more than seventy years, she fearlessly explored an interdisciplinary mix of painting, drawing, experimental sculpture, installation, and photography. Close examination of this work reflects Sandman’s desire to try anything in pursuit of her ideas. TRACES, organized by the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center, Asheville, NC, offers viewers a rare opportunity to experience the evolution of the artist’s journey over multiple decades.

"We are honored to present Jo Sandman's TRACES at the Knoxville Museum of Art," said KMA Executive Director Steven Matijcio. "Her unique artistic vision and profound impact on the art world make this exhibition a must-see for art enthusiasts and the broader community alike."

For additional information and updates, follow the Knoxville Museum of Art on social media:
Facebook: Knoxville Museum of Art, Instagram: @knoxvillemuseumofart, X: @knoxart

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.

8/23 • Evening Paddle
8/24 • Evening Paddle
8/25 • Take Action: Greening Your Home: Homemade Cleaning
Products Workshop
8/25 • Self-Care Sunday Yoga
8/29 • Pickin' on Nature with The Singletons and the UTK Appalachian Ensemble

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

Saturday, August 17, 2024 10am to 3pm
Monday, August 19, 2024 11am to 6pm
Thursday, August 22, 2024 11am to 6pm
Friday, August 23, 2024 11am to 6pm
Saturday, August 24, 2024 10am to 3pm

Join us in welcoming a new cohort to the UT School of Art!
At UT Downtown Gallery, 106 S. Gay Street, Knoxville TN 37902
http://downtown.utk.edu
Free! Contact Phone: 865-673-0802
https://calendar.utk.edu/event/first-year-mfa-exhibition

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

Tom Sawyer may be the most famous resident of St. Petersburg, Missouri, but he’s a down to earth character who not only knows how to cure warts with stump water and live the swashbuckling life on the high seas, he can also whitewash a fence in no time flat. Mark Twain’s homage to the imagination and high adventure of youth on the mighty Mississippi features Tom and a cast of characters who live at the very heart of Americana: Huck Finn, Aunt Polly, Becky Thatcher, the Widow Douglas, Muff Potter, and more.

The play is performed by 17 talented young actors and designed by 9 talented young designers from ages 9 to 16.

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