In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Mostly Cloudy with a High of 48

📰 Holiday Season Rise in Alcohol Relapse: Support Offered for Recovery

📰 Christmas Day at Fanatic Brewing Company

🗓️ Upcoming Events? Send us the Details!

🐕‍🦺 Pets: Training Tip of the Day

📅 Upcoming December Events

💡 We Want to Spotlight Your Business!
 

Holiday Season Rise in Alcohol Relapse: Support Offered for Recovery

Alcohol consumption and relapse rates significantly increase between Thanksgiving and New Year. This period is challenging for individuals battling addiction or in recovery, as it often involves social gatherings and changes in support systems.

The Metro Drug Coalition is offering support during this time, emphasizing the importance of expressing emotions and seeking peer support. They are providing activities and support, including art, music, yoga, and a Christmas party, to help those in need during the holiday season. More Info

Christmas Day at Fanatic Brewing Company

The Fanatic Brewing Company is having their 2nd Annual Misfit Christmas Party, from 2pm - 8pm on Christmas Day. You can bring an appetizer to share, but it is not necessary. Come and meet other misfits and enjoy the time together!

Upcoming Events? Send us the Details!

Do you know of upcoming January events? Or, are you hosting upcoming January events? Send us the details! Let’s get them showcased in the Knoxville Insider! [email protected] 

Pet Training Tip of the Day

Tip: If you have multiple fails, break it back down, or move on to something easier - give your dog a win instead of letting them get overly frustrated.

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

Upcoming December Events

Have an event to add? Let us know! [email protected] 

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!

Would you like us to spotlight your local business in front of thousands of Knoxville area residents in an upcoming issue of Knoxville Insider?

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!