Calendar of Events

Monday, January 27, 2025

Arts & Culture Alliance: The Collage Collective

Category: Exhibitions, visual art and Free event

The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present five new exhibitions at the Emporium Center in downtown Knoxville opening on Friday, February 7, from 5:00-9:00 PM. A free gathering with the exhibiting artists will also feature live music by Ella Pinchok and Friends.

The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present a new exhibition featuring work by some of its member artists who work in collage. Exhibiting artists include Debbie Alley, Jamie Dakin, Barbara Enloe, Natalie McLaurin, Sara Blair McNally, Ellery Nief, Luis Santiago, Ranee Taylor, and Marilyn Avery Turner.

Read more about the artists at https://www.knoxalliance.com/collage-collective.

The exhibitions will be on display February 7 – March 1, 2025 at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. The Emporium is open to the public Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; and Saturday, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Most of the works on exhibition will be for sale and may be purchased by visiting in person or the online shop at https://www.knoxalliance.store. For more information, please see www.knoxalliance.com or call (865) 523-7543.

Arts & Culture Alliance: National Juried Exhibition of 2025

Category: Exhibitions, visual art, Fine Crafts and Free event

The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present five new exhibitions at the Emporium Center in downtown Knoxville opening on Friday, February 7, from 5:00-9:00 PM. A free gathering with the exhibiting artists will also feature live music by Ella Pinchok and Friends.

The Arts & Culture Alliance’s 19th annual National Juried Exhibition features selected works from 36 artists throughout the region. The National Juried Exhibition was developed to provide a forum for artists to compete on a regional scale and display their highest quality work. The exhibition encompasses all styles and genres from both emerging and established artists working in a variety of media such as wood, photography, oil, glass, fiber, paper and more. Over $1,800 in cash awards will be announced at a brief awards ceremony at 5:30 PM on February 7 with remarks from the juror, Jessica Wohl.

Exhibiting artists include:
+ Skip Rohde of Mars Hill, NC
+ Susan Parrish of Raleigh, NC
+ Ann Harwell of Wendell, NC
+ Megan Wolfkill of Cincinnati, OH
+ Brian Melton of Jamestown, TN
+ Adam J. Trabold of Johnson City, TN
+ Michelle Lindsey of Kingston, TN
+ Melinda Adams, Carmen Alcocer, Nick DeFord, Shannon Ferguson, Casey Field, Gordon Fowler, Lynne Marinelli Ghenov, Hannah Jordan, Gared Luquet, Jose Nunez, Amber Purdy, Lennie Robertson, Carla Sanchez, Amanda Scott, Hanna Seggerman, Jess Socia, Kurt Weiss, Chase Williamson and Vicki Grossman Wyrick of Knoxville, TN
+ Tina M. Brunetti and Laurel Hughes of Loudon, TN
+ Yvonne Dalschen, Erica Ashley Entrop and Robert Grassel of Oak Ridge, TN
+ Charlotte Rollman of Sevierville, TN
+ Marty McConnaughey of Sharps Chapel, TN
+ Charlotte Brindley of Talbott, TN
+ Laurie Lynn Szilvagyi of Vonore, TN
+ Laurie Drake of Sterling, VA

About the juror: Jessica Wohl is Associate Professor and Chair of Art, Art History and Visual Studies at Sewanee. Jessica Wohl received her BFA from the Kansas City Art Institute, and her MFA from the University of Georgia. Her work has been exhibited in nationally and internationally and is collected by the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, the Sprint-Nextel Corporation, H&R Block World Headquarters, and numerous private collectors. www.jessicawohl.com

The exhibitions will be on display February 7 – March 1, 2025 at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. The Emporium is open to the public Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; and Saturday, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Most of the works on exhibition will be for sale and may be purchased by visiting in person or the online shop at https://www.knoxalliance.store. For more information, please see www.knoxalliance.com or call (865) 523-7543.

Awaken Coffee: Gulya Elhan

  • February 7, 2025 — March 1, 2025

Category: Culinary arts, food, Exhibitions, visual art and Free event

Opening Friday, February 7 from 6-8

Awaken Coffee will host an opening reception for Gulya Elhan

Gulya is a Knoxville-based artist specializing in dot painting and geometric patterns. Originally from Azerbaijan, Gulya transforms the timeless symbolism of mandalas into breathtaking expressions of unity and connection. A self-taught painter with a passion for detail, her art reflects the intricate patterns and relationships found in life and nature. Gulya’s most notable accomplishment is creating The Sun, the largest handmade dot-painted acrylic mandala in the world. This extraordinary piece, which took 960 hours to complete, is displayed in LunaVerse Knoxville and is currently under review for a Guinness World Record.

Please join us for some amazing art and of course great coffee!

Awaken Coffee, 125 W Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902. Open daily. Information: 865-951-0427, www.instagram.com/awaken_coffee or www.facebook.com/awakencoffeeoldcity/

Rala: Love Letters by Mike C. Berry

  • February 7, 2025 — March 1, 2025

Category: Exhibitions, visual art and Free event

Join us First Friday, February 7th, 6-8 PM, for the opening of Love Letters, a vibrant new collection by Mike C. Berry. Known for his bold, expressive style, Berry's latest work explores love and connection through dynamic color and movement.

Rala: Regional and Local Artisans, 112 W. Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Mon-Thu & Sat 11-6, Fri 11-8, Sun 11-5. Information: 865-525-7888, https://shoprala.com or www.instagram.com/ShopRala

Beck Cultural Exchange Center: Black History Month Events

  • February 7, 2025 — February 27, 2025

Category: Festivals, special events, History, heritage, Lecture, panel and Meetup

Celebrate with us!

FRIDAY, FEB. 7 @ BECK - The Indelible Appalachians
5:30PM
Dinner, Documentary & Discussion in partnership with UTK
RSVP at https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=2RNYUX1x3UWeypqhnAnW-doMsPbB2jpLgxTPHLA9EBJUQzJQTlo0TUNIOFA3NjlBMDRUV0g0QllUWCQlQCN0PWcu

Sat Feb 8, 15, 22, 10 AM - 2 PM @ Beck
Tell Your Story - Record Your Oral History

Feb 13 - Nat'l Assoc of Real Estate Brokers
Panel Discussion & snacks at 5:30 PM

Feb 18 at 6 PM at Beck
Hip Hop Forum = Can We Kick It?

Feb 24 at 6:30 PM at Bijou - Leaving Legacy - Living Legacy
Black History Month Feature Program

Feb 26, 5:30 PM at Beck
The Black Church - Sacred Legacy

Feb 27, 10 AM - AARP Black Veterans Scam Jam
Panel discussion with Lunch

For More Information Call Us Today at 865-524-8461 or Visit http://www.beckcenter.net

Dogwood Arts: House & Garden Show

Category: Exhibitions, visual art and Festivals, special events

At Knoxville Convention Center, 701 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37902

This year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a DIY enthusiast, or simply looking for help on your next home project — the House & Garden Show has something for everyone.

February 7-9th at the Knoxville Convention Center
• Friday & Saturday: 10AM-6PM
• Sunday: 10AM-4PM
• Purchase Tickets Here

What to Expect: Attendees can look forward to an exciting lineup of expert speakers on the How-To Stage [presented by Patterson’s Appliances], hundreds of top vendors showcasing products and services for your home and garden, and a curated collection of handmade goods in the Maker Market. Plus, with over 10,000 square feet of beautifully designed Grand Gardens, the event is a must-see for anyone ready to escape winter and start planning for another blooming East Tennessee spring!

The best part? Everything you need is under one roof at the Knoxville Convention Center. Skip the hassle of driving all over town to gather quotes for your next home or garden project — here, you can access exclusive show discounts and connect face-to-face with industry experts, all in one convenient location. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to find expert solutions, support local businesses, and get inspired for the season ahead.

Dogwood Arts, 123 W. Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-637-4561, www.dogwoodarts.com

Clayton Center for the Arts: Primary Players Present Anastasia

  • February 7, 2025 — February 9, 2025

Category: Kids, family and Theatre

Primary Player’s Children’s Theatre Group Presents:
Anastasia: The Musical (Youth Edition) Performances are February 7 through February 9 at Clayton Center for the Arts.

Anastasia is inspired by the Twentieth Century Fox Motion Pictures by special arrangement with Buena Vista Theatrical.
From the play by Marcelle Maurette as adapted by Guy Bolton, this 60-minute adaptation, specially tailored for young actors, is based on the spectacular Broadway musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be.

There will be a sensory-friendly performance on Thursday, Feb. 6 at 10 a.m. Other performances are:
Friday, February 7, 2025 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 8, 2025 2:00 PM
Saturday, February 8, 2025 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 9, 2025 2:00 PM
Tickets at: https://claytonartscenter.com/event/anastasia-the-musical-presented-by-primary-players

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

Gallery 1010: What Was, What Is, and What Will Be

Category: Exhibitions, visual art and Free event

A cycle of being shown through paintings by Iris Love, Julia Johnson, and Lili Call

Gallery 1010, 100 S. Gay Street, Suite 114, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Reception Fri 5-9 PM, Sat 10 AM – 1 PM, or by appointment. Information: https://gallery1010.utk.edu/

Gallery 1010 is a contemporary art exhibition space located at 100 S. Gay Street in Suite 114 of the Emporium Center of downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. As one of three University of Tennessee School of Art galleries, Gallery 1010 is the only fully student-run, non-profit, off-campus exhibition space in the state of Tennessee. The mission of Gallery 1010 is to provide space for the School of Art students of the University of Tennessee to experiment and develop new ideas while gaining educational gallery experience in professional standards and practices.

Tennessee Theatre: Drew & Ellie Holcomb: Memory Bank Tour

Category: Music

DREW & ELLIE HOLCOMB: MEMORY BANK TOUR
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7 | 8PM

Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information/tickets: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com

Keep Knoxville Beautiful: 6th Annual Sustainability Summit

  • February 7, 2025

Category: Classes, workshops, Festivals, special events, Lecture, panel, Meetup, Science, nature and Technology

Keep Knoxville Beautiful is excited to announce the sixth annual Summit on February 7, 2025!

"How to build a heat-resilient city"

Is it hot in here or is it just the infrastructure?? From greenspaces to shade trees, from building design to construction materials, how we develop a city can either keep it cool or create intense heat pockets. Join Keep Knoxville Beautiful as we learn from experts about the necessity of building a heat resilient city where we can continue to live, work, and play.

https://www.keepknoxvillebeautiful.org/sustainability-summit

Bijou Theatre: Warren Hayes Band

Category: Music

THE WARREN HAYNES BAND, MILLION VOICES WHISPER TOUR
Friday, February 7, 8:00 PM at the Bijou.

Tickets at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B00616FF4CA8039

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

Knox Draw: Figuary: Figure Study Salon

  • February 7, 2025

Category: Exhibitions, visual art and Free event

We’ll be having an open house show where artworks made at Knox Draw will be plastered all over the walls! A collection of rarely exhibited works that capture raw moments of artistic development!

6 PM

These works, often kept in newsprint pads, sketchbooks, deserve to be seen. They represent the dedication, practice, and growth that happens in the studio every week. This show celebrates not just individual pieces, but our community's commitment to artistic development - we hope you join in!

Held at SpaceCraft / Ironwood Studios, 119 Jennings Ave
https://classicaart.com/home
https://lu.ma/3y3sab0n

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