Calendar of Events

Atmosphere: The traveling Forever Tour, Sunday, October 20,
8:00 PM (Doors 7:00 PM) at The Mill & Mine.

Tickets at: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/atmosphere-the-traveling-forever-the-mill-mine-tickets.

The Mill & Mine, 227 W. Depot Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Tickets/information: 865-343-6000 or https://themillandmine.com

East Tennessee Bluegrass Association (ETNBA) and Ijams Nature Center are partnering to bring folks together to create music in a beautiful space! Join the fun at a community jam session for all acoustic bluegrass instruments (no harmonicas or spoons at this time) every third Sunday from 2-5 pm.

All skill levels are welcome. Jam sessions will be inside the Visitor Center during the winter months. Chairs will be set up and ready for you to enjoy the show!

Not a musician? Feel free to come out and enjoy the music! Always FREE and open to the public.

For more information or to sign up, go to www.ETNBA.org or follow ETNBA on Facebook or Instagram.

2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920
https://www.ijams.org/event-details/special-event-east-tennessee-bluegrass-association-monthly-jam-2024-07-21-14-00

An Evening With John McCutcheon, Sunday, October 20, 7:30 PM at the Bijou Theatre.

Tickets at https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B0060F1C68D575F

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

Save the Date: Friends & Farmers

The long, hot days of summer are coming to an end which means Friends & Farmers, our free annual appreciation party, is almost here!
Sunday, October 20, 2024, 3:30 - 6:30 PM at Strong Stock Farm.

Friends & Farmers is a free, family-friendly celebration and our favorite way to say “thank you” to our community of supporters. This exclusive party is the perfect way to spend an autumn evening celebrating local food and rubbing elbows with the folks who make it all happen.

There will be scenic views of the rolling hills & surrounding farmland of Strong Stock Farm, live music from the toe-tappin’ Tennessee Sheiks, food from Friends & Farmers newcomer, Chef Ben Willis-Becker, seasonal cocktails and mocktails and craft beer from Schulz Brau Brewing Company, sweet treats from Nolan Sherrill of Central Creamery,
horse-drawn wagon rides and a cakewalk led by Patrick Hollis of the Mabry-Hazen House Museum.

For an invitation, donate at the Steward Level or above ($150 annually or $12.50 monthly) or set up a recurring donation by Oct 13, volunteer 10+ hours with us by Oct 16 or become a sponsor of one of our impactful and highly attended events or programs. For more information contact outreach@nourishknoxville.org.

Nourish Knoxville, Inc. PO Box 2422 Knoxville, TN 37901-2422
https://www.nourishknoxville.org/

All our events are free to 18 and under and we do offer special codes for FREE tickets for college students also! All ticket and subscription prices are available for purchase online at https://www.orcma.org, by phone at (865) 483-5569, by email at office@orcma.org, or at the door.

Chamber Music Series - Join us for four extraordinary concerts featuring world-class ensembles!

Mirari Brass Quintet: October 20th at 3pm @ First United Methodist of Oak Ridge Renowned for their dynamic concerts and wide-ranging repertoire from classical to contemporary, they also excel in educational outreach.

We will have several new workshops from the Laurel Folk School in October!

Sarah Pirkle is a fiddler who also plays the clawhammer banjo, guitar, and mandolin; in addition to her instrumental work, she is a also singer and songwriter. She began playing the fiddle in 1991 with an emphasis on traditional southern fiddle styles.

More information and sign ups here: https://laurel-folk-school.square.site/

Jubilee Community Arts at the Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916. Tickets: https://jubilee-community-arts.ticketleap.com. Information: 865-522-5851, www.jubileearts.org

The McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture is excited to announce its annual event, Can You Dig It?, will take place on October 20, 2024. Hosted in celebration of International Archaeology Day, this free, family-friendly event offers the public a unique opportunity to explore archaeology through hands-on experiences and expert-led activities. Can You Dig It? will be held at the museum from noon to 4 p.m.

Attendees will explore the past through educational programming, crafts, and displays led by University of Tennessee, Knoxville researchers, professors, and graduate students. The event will feature a wide range of engaging activities, including cave art painting, hunter-gatherer games, and excavation experiences.

Traditionally observed in mid-October, International Archaeology Day raises awareness about the study of archaeology through a multitude of events and programs. To celebrate the day, the McClung Museum has partnered with professional archaeologists and units across the UT campus to bring the celebration to the Knoxville community.

New to this year's Can You Dig It?, the McClung Museum has partnered with Knoxville's Historic House Museums to showcase how archaeology continues to provide insights into local history, linking research to the stories behind some of the city's most well-known sites.

Can You Dig It? is free to attend, but tickets are limited, and registration is required. To register, please visit https://tiny.utk.edu/CanYouDigIt24

The McClung Museum has partnered with UT Parking to offer free parking for Can You Dig It? guests in lot S9, located next to the Art and Architecture building on Volunteer Boulevard. Parking in lot S9 is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional campus parking is available at $2 per hour through the ParkMobile app.

10/19 • Ijams Junior Naturalist
10/20 • Orionid Meteor Shower - Guided Program
10/20 • Self-Care Sunday Yoga
10/20 • Monthly Bluegrass Jam with ETNBA
10/23 • Ijams After Dark: Hallo-Week at Ijams

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

Oct 19-20, 1-5 PM at the Emporium, 100 S. Gay Street

A multiday celebration of the printers, presses and publishers of Knoxville, TN

Don't forget to save the date for Knox Small Press Fest, happening all throughout the month of October. They will be hosting a first Friday event, workshops, a publishers fair and more! Follow along on their socials at @knoxsmallpressfest for more information about events and small press highlights.

https://www.instagram.com/knoxsmallpressfest

By Bernard Pomerance
Directed by Sarah Campbell

The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century. A horribly deformed young man – the victim of rare skin and bone diseases – he becomes the star freak attraction in traveling sideshows. Found abandoned and helpless, he is admitted to London’s prestigious Whitechapel Hospital. Under the care of celebrated young physician Frederick Treves, Merrick is introduced to London society and slowly evolves from an object of pity to an urbane and witty favorite of the aristocracy and literati, only to be denied his ultimate dream – to become a man like any other.

Performances are Thu-Sat 7:30 PM and Sun 3 PM

Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 800 S. Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information & tickets: 865-544-1999, www.theatreknoxville.com

$15.00

Join us for a night of terror and intrigue on our Historically Haunting Halloween Tours! Explore Blount Mansion and learn about the chilling history of the Blount family, the city of Knoxville, and beyond!

Let us be your ghastly guide to the afterlife as you encounter the dark and twisted corridors of the house where you'll hear tall tales of ghosts, spirits, and other supernatural phenomena that are prevalent throughout the hills of Appalachia. You may even have the chance to see some of the house's most eerie artifacts, including a Victorian hair wreath, a (possibly) possessed doll, and more.

But beware! The spirits of the house are known to be restless, and they may just make an appearance during your tour. So be prepared for a night of terror and suspense as you explore the hallowed ground of Blount Mansion.

Tickets are $15 a person and are available at the link below.

Tours are available on select nights in October, and tickets sell out quickly, so book yours today!

Tours will be conducted at 8pm, 8:30pm, 9pm, and 9:30pm.

https://blount-mansion.square.site/

Friday, October 18th, 2024 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday, October 19th, 2024 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday, October 20th, 2024 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Each year the Knoxville Gem & Mineral Society hosts a Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show to the public. This show is a must-see for any rock connoisseur or anyone with a love and fascination with gems, minerals, fossils, and other mineralogical and geological wonders.

The three -day 33rd Annual Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show opens October 20th at 10 am at the Rothchild Conference Center at 8807 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37923. Show times are from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm October 18th – 19th, Friday and Saturday; from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm on Sunday, October 20th. The Gem Show is open to the public and has an admission fee of $8 a day for adults or $15 for the whole show; children under 12 are admitted free. The Gem and Mineral Show will have many vendors that offer great products including a wide variety of jewelry, rare fossil and mineral specimens, meteorites, gems of all colors shapes & sizes, lapidary & jewelry equipment, and much more.

The Knoxville Gem and Mineral Society is a non-profit organization. A portion of the proceeds from our annual show is used for educational purposes in the earth sciences. This includes scholarships to the University of Tennessee Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences and the East Tennessee State University Geoscience Department. https://www.knoxrocks.org/gem-show/