Calendar of Events

Ijams welcomes Donna Moore's Night Blooming Cereus showcase to the Hallway Gallery this month.

Moore says her work is often an exploration of reality distorted by time and memory. For this series, she used a flatbed scanner and an enlarger as her camera, and made cyanotypes and lumen prints using the sun and the passage of time to create original prints. Don't miss it!

Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920. Visitor Center open daily 10-6. Information: 865-577-4717, www.ijams.org

2/15 • Paint with a Turkey Vulture and American Kestrel
2/16 • Reset, Renew, Rejuvenate: Yoga Workshop and Sauna Session
2/21 • Woodcock Walk - Guided Birding Program
2/22 • Ijams Junior Naturalist
2/22 • Reading the Landscape: Geology
2/22 • Woodcock Walk - Guided Birding Program
2/23 • Take Action! Annual Ijams Seed and Plant Swap
2/28 • Woodcock Walk - Guided Birding Program

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

Step into the Paranormal Cirque!
Prepare to slow down and take it all in—unless you scare easily, in which case, you might want to run—as Paranormal Cirque welcomes you into a dark and mysterious world like no other! From February 14-17, 2025, experience the thrill under the black and red big-top tent at West Town Mall.

Beneath the "Clown Castle," expect an electrifying fusion of circus, theater, and cabaret. Witness Acrobats of the Air, master Illusionists, and eerie freaks and creatures performing breathtaking stunts. This is no ordinary circus—it’s a hauntingly beautiful journey poised between exhilarating fun and uninhibited fear, bringing nightmares and fantasies to life.

Please note: an age restriction is in effect. Guests must be 13 years or older to attend, and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Paranormal Cirque combines scare, surprise, and amusement to create an unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in a world of chills and suspense, where the extraordinary meets the mysterious.

Dare to take the plunge into a Paranormal journey you’ll never forget!
More information and tickets at: https://red.cirqueitalia.com/events/1239_Paranormal-Cirque-III-Knoxville-TN

Join us for a magical Valentine’s evening filled with love, laughter, and the charm of Italy. Savor a warm and inviting buffet of hearty Italian favorites and comforting soups, thoughtfully paired with fine wines and a variety of beverages available at a cash bar. Let the romantic ambiance sweep you off your feet as three local classical guitarists fill the air with timeless melodies and heartfelt tunes. Their performances will create the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable night for yourself and your loved ones. Throughout the evening, there will also be drawings for several exciting gifts and prizes, adding an extra touch of fun and surprise to the celebration.
A Holston Hills Clubhouse, Knoxville, TN
Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM
Tickets: $98 per person - Early Bird Special $93 per person

Spaces are limited—reserve your spot at a table today and treat yourself and your loved ones to a Valentine’s Day celebration to treasure forever! Mike Hurley, Andy LeGrand, and Ben Krieder will fill the air with romance, serenading you with over 65 heartfelt love songs as you enjoy a delicious dinner. They'll also treat you to a few stunning concert pieces, making this Valentine’s Day an unforgettable celebration of love and music!

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

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.

February 15th at 7pm @ The ORHS Performing Arts Center
Immerse yourself in an evening of music exploring profound connections between nature and emotions. Featuring works by John Luther Adams, Thomas Adès, Sergei Rachmaninoff, and Inocente Carreño, this concert promises to captivate your senses and feelings. The journey begins as chants and water "Become River," then sails "Over the Sea," falling in love with the Second Piano Concerto, and docking on the Margarita island in Venezuela with its vibrant "Glosa Sinfónica Margariteña."

Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance and generosity, featuring a lavish dinner, live music, and a curated auction. This year, we dedicate the Sweethearts Ball to our sweethearts—the children whose lives are enriched by Knoxville Opera’s education programs. Your support will directly fund initiatives that bring the magic of opera to young minds, inspiring creativity and fostering a lifelong love for the arts. Together, we can ensure a bright future for opera and the next generation. Let’s raise a glass—and raise the bar for arts education—at this spectacular celebration.

Cocktails & Silent Auction 6:30 PM
Dinner & Entertainment 8:00 PM
Followed by LIVE Auction and Dancing
Entertainment by The Streamliners and a special performance from Knoxville Opera featuring Metropolitan Opera Bass, Kevin Burdette.

Individual Tickets $275
https://knoxvilleopera.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUH000000XapV2AS

Knoxville Opera: 865-524-0795, https://www.knoxvilleopera.org/

Building on a 70-year history as one of the most influential bluegrass bands in the region, the New Dismembered Tennesseans today bring a new lineup, new repertoire, and new energy to the band founded by Tennessee master fiddler and philanthropist Fletcher Bright and his high school friends back in 1945. Make that “mostly” new lineup, as original banjo player Ed “Doc” Cullis still performs with the band today. Today, along with Cullis, the band features long-time members Laura Walker (bass & vocals) and Don Cassell (mandolin & vocals) plus Bobby Burns (guitar & vocals), Tom Morley (fiddle & vocals) and Fletcher’s granddaughter, Eleanor Bright (clawhammer banjo & vocals).

Tickets available at TicketLeap (jubileearts.org), 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: https://jubilee-community-arts.ticketleap.com. Information: 865-522-5851, www.jubileearts.org

February 15: South Knox Branch Used Book Sale, 10:00-5:00

https://www.knoxfriends.org/book-sales/

Join Kaleidoscope Collective for a Dance Party Potluck at Spacecraft on Saturday, February 15th. Bring a dish to share and your dancing shoes for an unforgettable night with friends! RSVP at https://lu.ma/9u8m8jqd

at SpaceCraft Knoxville, 119 Jennings Ave Gallery, Knoxville, TN 37917
Free street parking available.

The Smithsonian’s National Collection of Fishes X-rays represent more than 70 percent of the world’s fish specimens and is the largest and most diverse collection of its kind in the world. Although the X-rays featured in the national collection were made for research purposes, the strikingly elegant images demonstrate the natural union of science and art and are a visual retelling of the evolution of fish. X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out, an exhibition from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES), showcases these dramatic prints exposing the inner workings of the fish.

The exhibition features 32 black-and-white digital prints of different species of fish. Arranged in evolutionary sequence, these X-rays give a tour through the long stream of fish evolution. The X-rays have allowed Smithsonian and other scientists to study the skeleton of a fish without altering the specimen, making it easier for scientists to build a comprehensive picture of fish diversity.

The exhibition also includes specimens from the collections of the McClung Museum, the Etnier Ichthyological Collection, and the Vertebrate Osteology Collection to highlight research happening with fish specimens at the University of Tennessee.

McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture, 1327 Circle Park Dr on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. Hours: Tu-Sa 9-5, Sun 12-4. Information: 865-974-2144, https://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu/

By Neil Simon

Corie, a free-spirited optimist, and Paul, a reserved attorney, couldn’t be more different. Corie’s spontaneity clashes with Paul’s practicality, leading to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and endearing reconciliations as the newlyweds embark upon married life in their quirky, cozy new apartment. As their relationship evolves, the couple not only faces the challenges of wedlock, but also a grueling flight of stairs and an eccentric upstairs neighbor who adds an extra dash of hilarity. Love sparkles in Neil Simon’s delightful romp, reminding us that true love can endure even the quirkiest of circumstances – and be incredibly fun.

PG-13 AUDIENCES
https://www.orplayhouse.com/

— Under the stunning White & Black Top Tent
• February 14 – Friday: 7:30pm
• February 15 – Saturday: 6:30pm & 9:30pm
• February 16 – Sunday: 5:30pm & 8:30pm
• February 17 – Monday: 7:30pm
West Town Mall, 7600 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919

Welcome to the darkest corner of your mind as Paranormal Cirque III comes to town! This one-of-a-kind production features incredibly talented artists with the sole purpose of taking you in a sensual journey of acrobatics, contortion, aerial acts and more. Prepare to be on the edge of your seat while you witness death-defying stunts, creepy creatures, and haunting performances.

Horrifying yet seductive, this show comes to life under the mysterious white and black Big Top Tent with hypnotic and sultry acts. Provocative illusionists, freaks and mysterious creatures will make you see that this circus is anything but normal. Our wide range of otherworldly characters will send shivers down your spine. From zombies to erotic witches; sexy vampires to gruesome ghosts, and everything in between, there's no shortage of terrifying beings in this show.

Tickets are available now at www.paranormalcirque.com or by calling at 941-704-8572. Get yours and step into a world of delicious scares, sensual horror, alluring acrobatics, and plenty of saucy secrets you’ll get to discover for yourself! Don't miss your chance to experience the most spine-tingling show of the year!

Restricted – under 18 REQUIRES accompanying parent or guardian. This show has adult language and material.