In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Mostly Clear with a High of 45

📰 Knoxville's Iconic Flea Market Prepares for New Chapter at Chilhowee Park

📰 7-Year-Old Raises $4,000 for Foster Kids with Lemonade Stand

📰 Law Enforcement and Medical Personnel Graduate from Specialized Crisis Response Training

🐕‍🦺 Pets: Training Tip of the Day

📅 Upcoming December Events

💡 We Want to Spotlight Your Business!
 

Knoxville's Iconic Flea Market Prepares for New Chapter at Chilhowee Park

The Flea Market at the Knoxville Expo Center - a long-standing event held at the Expo Center for over 20 years, is relocating to the historic Jacobs Building at Chilhowee Park next year.

Long-time vendors are optimistic that their loyal customers will follow them to the new location. The Expo Center has been like a second home to these vendors, and they have appreciated the consistent support from the flea market's management. As the market prepares for this transition, there's a sense of community and anticipation for continued success at the new venue.

7-Year-Old Raises $4,000 for Foster Kids with Lemonade Stand

Seven-year-old Emory from Knox County demonstrated remarkable compassion and entrepreneurial spirit by raising nearly $4,000 through a lemonade stand last summer. Instead of keeping the profits for herself, she chose to use the money to bring joy to others.

Emory, along with her family, used the funds to purchase toys for foster children in Knox County, showcasing a heartwarming act of kindness and community support.

Law Enforcement and Medical Personnel Graduate from Specialized Crisis Response Training

Twenty-seven individuals from various law enforcement, first responder, and medical organizations completed Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training this past Friday. The graduates represented a range of departments including police, fire, sheriff's office, and medical centers across Tennessee.

The CIT program involved 40 hours of intensive training focused on identifying mental health resources, fostering collaboration between officers and mental health professionals, and practicing verbal de-escalation and crisis response techniques.

Pet Training Tip of the Day

Tip: Pay attention to fear/anxiety signals and displacement behaviors; know when it is time to take a step back and build their confidence.

Today’s Pet Training Tip of the Day is brought to you by Sharon Short of Zoom Room Knoxville-Hardin Valley.

Upcoming December Events

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Monday, 12/18:

• Christmas Party at the Strike & Spare Fountain Lanes: December 18th, 5pm - 8:30pm. This party is for anyone that needs assitance during the holiday for their children (ages 0-12 will receive a gift & ages 13-16 are also invited). They will provide bowling, food & snacks. Santa Claus will be there for photo opportunities and visits. NO gifts will be given before 8pm. MUST be present to receive gift. Limited Lanes are available, call to sign up (Ricky Spiva - (865) 283-2394 or Fountain Lanes - (865) 687-4611.

• The Grand Victoria Christmas Open House: December 18th, 3pm - 8pm, 6325 Tazewell Pike. Come check out the newest venue in Knoxville, enjoying a Christmas open house and local vendors with gifts and crafts. More Info

Thursday, 12/21:

• Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour: December 21st, Second Presbyterian Church, 2829 Kingston Pike, 4pm and 7pm. Cost: Varies. More Info

Multi-Date Events:

• The Best Thing About Christmas at the Bijou Theatre: December 19th & 20th, See the Christmas Spirit…Nashville Style, Doors open at 6pm, Show begins at 7pm, More Info/Get Tickets 

• Downtown Peppermint Trail: Now through 1/7/2024. More Info

• Ice Skating in Market Square: An open-air ice rink, Now through 1/2/2024. More Info

• Santa & the Grinch: Have your photo made with Santa & the Grinch every Sunday until Christmas, 2pm - 5pm at Painting with Friends Studio, 4301 East Emory Road 1st come 1st serve. Cost: $3.00/person. More Info 

Expanding Small Business Saturday into Small Business December

As the holiday season approaches, we have a unique opportunity to transform the success of Small Business Saturday into a broader, more impactful initiative: Small Business December. This initiative is more than just a campaign; it’s a community-driven movement to support our local economy and the small businesses that are its backbone. Small businesses give our community its unique character, create jobs, and invigorate our local economy. By choosing to shop locally throughout December, we not only find unique gifts for our loved ones but also contribute to the prosperity and resilience of our neighborhood.

Our collective efforts can make a significant difference. We encourage each of you to be ambassadors for this cause. Share your local shopping experiences on social media, recommend your favorite small businesses to friends and family, and consider buying your holiday gifts from local artisans and shopkeepers. Local businesses often offer beautifully crafted, unique items that make thoughtful and memorable gifts. Remember, every purchase you make at a small business is an investment in our community’s future.

Let’s come together to make Small Business December a new tradition that supports and celebrates the heart of our community - our local businesses. It’s more than just shopping; it’s about building a stronger, more connected community. Your support can help turn a challenging year into a brighter season for our small business owners. Let’s show them how much they mean to us and make this December a month of local love and community spirit.

We Want To Spotlight Your Business!

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We ❤️ Local Businesses!

We know our community is brimming with businesses that have fascinating stories and big hearts. If you're a local business owner making waves, crafting unique experiences, or simply putting a smile on our faces, we want to chat with you! "Knoxville Insider" is eager to shine a light on the unsung heroes of our town. Let's collaborate and let the community know what makes your business special. Send us a message to [email protected] and let's celebrate the spirit of Knoxville together! Not a business owner, but love a local business? Tell us all about it at the email address above!