Calendar of Events

‘A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ comes to Clayton Center for the Arts on March 16 at 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM with the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a Celtic production for this generation.

The show is performed by former World Irish dance champions, and features dancers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles and heartwarming storytelling.

More information and tickets at: https://claytonartscenter.com/event/a-taste-of-ireland/

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

This North Carolina based duo is touring to support the release of their fourth full length album Be Real With Me and enjoying the afterglow of the successful nationwide syndication of their PBS series, “On the Road with Chatham Rabbits.” Austin and Sarah McCombie quit their day jobs in 2018 to devote their full focus to music. They take their name from early 20th Century string bands that paid homage to the rabbit industry in their former Bynam, Chatham Co, home.

Sarah Osborne McCombie grew up in the piedmont of North Carolina. At age 18, her voice landed her onstage at Prissy Polly's BBQ with her favorite band, the iconic old-time trio The South Carolina Broadcasters. As banjo player and vocalist for the band, Sarah played countless concerts all the while earning her degree from Peace College in Raleigh, NC.

Austin McCombie's relatives in Southwest Virginia played bluegrass and his parents in Wilmington, NC immersed him in 90s country classics and beach music standards. Somewhere in the middle, he found the name for his favorite sound: old-time. Austin spent a fair amount of time on the dark side, playing guitar and keys in his super band DASH.

https://www.chathamrabbits.com/

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

Sunday, March 16, Lawson McGhee Library meeting room, 2:00 - 4:30 PM.

Daytime Docs is a monthly film series featuring documentaries that bring awareness to diverse perspectives and life experiences through the power of visual storytelling.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’ll be showing the exhilarating 2018 film Maiden. This film follows the story of Tracy Edwards, a 24-year-old cook on charter boats, who became the skipper of the first ever all-female crew to enter the Whitbread Round the World Race in 1989.

Viewers are encouraged to stay after the screening to discuss the film. Then browse our Sights & Sounds collection to take home a few documentaries and films until our next screening!

Lawson McGhee Library
500 W. Church Ave
Knoxville, TN 37902

Knox County Public Library: 500 West Church Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-215-8750, www.knoxcountylibrary.org/

7:00 PM at First Presbyterian Church, 600 W Main St., Morristown, TN

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and giving back! UTK alumni Marki Lucky is returning to the Knoxville area to perform a special concert in support of koloHUB, which is dedicated to providing much-needed medical and humanitarian aid to those affected by the unprovoked and unjust war in Ukraine.
Marki’s talent will fill the room with beautiful melodies, and your presence will help make a meaningful difference. All proceeds from this concert will go directly to koloHUB’s ongoing efforts to provide medical and humanitarian support where it’s needed most. Let’s come together to enjoy incredible music while supporting a great cause!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1180007596969359/

3/15 • Wildflower Walk
3/15 • The Big Camera: Anna Atkins Cyanotype Pop-Up Event
3/15 • Spring Fungi ID: Beginner Workshop
3/16 • Paint and Hike Workshop
3/16 • Reset, Renew, Rejuvenate: Yoga Workshop and Sauna Session
3/16 • Monthly Bluegrass Jam with ETNBA
3/18 • World Storytelling Day
3/20 • Monsters Made with Love Workshop

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

35 North’s Annual Farragut Spring Festival
March 15-16, 2025 - 11321 Kingston Pike - Admission: FREE!

Celebrate the arrival of spring at 35 North’s Annual Farragut Spring Festival, a two-day event filled with live music, delicious food, and family-friendly fun!

Festival Highlights: Live Music – Enjoy incredible bands across multiple stages, featuring rock, country, indie, blues, and more. Food & Drinks – Savor tasty bites from local vendors. Arts & Crafts Market – Shop unique, handmade goods. Kids’ Zone – Games, face painting, and fun activities. Lawn Games & Outdoor Activities – Perfect for all ages. Beer Garden – Relax with a cold brew in a lively atmosphere.

Whether you’re a music lover, foodie, or just looking for a great weekend with friends and family, this festival has something for everyone!

Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable weekend of music, fun, and community!

https://visitfarragut.org/event/farragut-spring-festival/

Step back in time at the Historic Sam Houston Schoolhouse in Maryville, TN during Living History Weekend, happening March 15-16, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM each day.

Experience history firsthand with reenactors, vendors, and a variety of activities that bring the past to life. Enjoy delicious offerings from a food truck, explore unique goods from local vendors, and immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic site. Admission:
• $10 for ages 13 and up
• $5 for ages 6-12
• Free for children 5 and under

Mark your calendar and join us for this engaging two-day event celebrating the history of Sam Houston and early Tennessee life! https://www.samhoustonhistoricschoolhouse.org/calendar

March 15-16 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM at Whimsy Emporium Art & Vintage, 2608 Sutherland Ave
Free Admission! Enter a magical secret garden where fairies are real, Spring is in full bloom, and whimsy awaits! This enchanting pop-up market brings together talented Appalachian makers celebrating cottagecore and fairycore fantasy with:
• Whimsical pottery & handmade treasures
• Fairy-inspired fashion, tea, bath & body essentials
• Fresh-baked bread, unique books, & rare plants
• And so much more!
Featured Vendors:
• Delicious fresh-baked bread
• Good Girl Books
• The Plant Trolley …and more surprises!
Come dressed in your best cosplay or fairy-inspired attire and immerse yourself in a world of fantasy, creativity, and small-business magic. Whether you're hunting for unique gifts or indulging in a day of enchantment, this is a Spring celebration you won’t want to miss!
Join us & shop small! https://www.facebook.com/events/614639318091362

You can find our full listing of events by visiting our Events Calendar: https://music.utk.edu/events/
Can't attend in-person? Check out our Livestream. https://music.utk.edu/livestream/

Wind Ensemble Concert
Thursday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Building, Cox Auditorium

Chamber Singers & Concert Choir Spring Concert
Tuesday, March 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Building, Cox Auditorium

Musicology Distinguished Lecture Series: Professor Timothy D. Taylor
Monday, March 31 at 4:30 p.m.
Natalie L. Haslam Music Center, Powell Recital Hall

Men's & Women's Chorales Spring Concert
Tuesday, April 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Building, Cox Auditorium

BY PHILIP DAWKINS
LAB THEATRE

A magical fable with music. This exciting new play tells the story of the Fail family and their seemingly difficult challenge to just stay alive around blunt objects, disappearances and the odd case of consumption. Sometimes you just never see death coming. In this upbeat, tuneful, magical fable you can either worry about the ever-impending death or you can live, love, and sing some songs along the way.

Clarence Brown Theatre, 1714 Andy Holt Ave on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. For information/tickets: 865-974-5161, www.clarencebrowntheatre.com

On view through March 28
In the Blackberry Farm & William "Ed" Harmon Galleries

Featuring works by Knoxville artist Jon Pemberton, this exhibit showcases a collection that interprets anonymous secrets and transforms them into art. A reception will be held in the gallery on Saturday, March 22 from 6-8 p.m.

Visit Monday-Friday 10am–5pm to see these works in person.

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

On view through March 27
At DENSO & La Dolce Vita Galleries

This art exhibition showcases K-12 art students alongside their teachers and current art interns/student-teachers from East Tennessee. A Closing Reception and Awards Ceremony will be held on Thursday, March 27 from 5:30-7:30PM.
www.dogwoodarts.com

Visit Monday-Friday 10am–5pm (or before/during CCA performances) to see the results of the artistic student-teacher synergy that happens in our schools!

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