In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Cloudy with a High of 59

❤️ Singing Valentines by Smokyland Sound: A Unique Gift Idea

📰 Read for a Reason: Support the Children's Festival of Reading from Home

📰 Free Legal Clinic This Saturday: Get Expert Advice Without the Cost

❤️ Valentine’s Day Picnic and Movie Date…& Bring Your Dog!

🗓️ Event Showcase: Galentine’s Day Ladies Night & Pop-Up Shop at Admiral Pub

📅 Upcoming Events 

🗓️ Know of Some Local Events not Listed? Send us the Details!

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities
 

Read for a Reason: Support the Children's Festival of Reading from Home

Join the Fourth Annual "Stay Home and Read a Book Ball" on February 17th to Support the Children’s Festival of Reading

The Friends of the Knox County Public Library are excited to announce the return of the "Stay Home and Read a Book Ball" for its fourth year! This unique non-event serves a vital purpose: raising funds for the Knox County Public Library’s Children’s Festival of Reading. Participants are invited to contribute the amount they would typically spend on an evening out.

The Children’s Festival of Reading is a highlight for thousands of families from the area, converging at World’s Fair Park for a celebration of reading. This festival, marking its 18th year on May 18th, features a vibrant lineup of storytellers, musicians, authors, illustrators, and community organizations, all coming together to launch the Summer Library Club. Learn More about the Children’s Festival of Reading.

Singing Valentines by Smokyland Sound: A Unique Gift Idea

It’s a week from Valentine’s Day! Say “I Love You!” with a song! A thoughtful and unique gift is a Singing Valentine from Smokyland Sound Men’s Barbershop Chorus. Deliveries include a quartet, a song, a rose, and a card! So, don’t forget you’re special someone! Your Valentine will thank you! Call Smokyland Sound at (865) 368-0961. Mention you saw them on the Knoxville Insider to save $10!

Valentine’s Day Picnic and Movie Date…& Bring Your Dog!

Love is in the air at Zoom Room! Bring your date, a blanket and your dog for a picnic-style movie date. Watch Lady and the Tramp and fill a West Paw Toppl with fixings of your choosing for $25 - or fill your own Toppl from home for only $5! Register online, or call (865) 378-7200.

Free Legal Clinic This Saturday: Get Expert Advice Without the Cost

Looking for legal guidance but hesitant to out to a lawyer? This coming Saturday, February 10th, offers a perfect opportunity for you to get the advice you need at no cost. A free legal clinic is set to take place at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located in West Knoxville.

This initiative is part of an annual event organized by the Faith and Justice Alliance, which partners with church and faith-based communities throughout the city to offer legal support. The clinic will feature lawyers from Legal Aid of East Tennessee, the Knoxville Bar Association, the University of Tennessee College of Law, and the Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law.

During the event, attorneys along with law students will be available to meet with individuals in need of legal assistance. For those seeking more confidential advice, private consultations will be held in the church's Sunday School rooms. Don't miss this opportunity to receive professional legal advice without the worry of fees.

Galentine’s Event at the Painted Perch

It’s time to grab your gal pals for a fun day of shopping 🛍️, sales, give aways, door prizes, treats, Champaign 🥂and more! You don’t want to miss this one! Saturday, February 10th from 10am-6pm, at the Painted Perch, 9715 Kingston Pike.

Here is what to expect for the day…

• Sales Throughout The Shop

• FREE Gift For The First 15 Purchases

• Door Prizes, Including A Beautiful Gift Basket 🧺 W/ Gifts From Our Vendors

• Champaign 🥂 from 12-3!

• Light Refreshments Will Be Provided

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February Events

Looking for events happening this week?

Business Networking:

Expansion Connection Mondays: Business networking on Mondays, 9am at The Burgers restaurant in Powell, February 12th, 19th, 26th.

Incredible Business Networking LIVE (in person) Lunchtime Events, 11:30am-1pm:

• Knoxville North, Cancun Mexican Restaurant, Thursday, February 8th, More Info

Community:

Stay Home and Read a Book Ball: On Saturday, February 17th, have a ball reading at home and help raise funds for the Children’s Festival of Reading by donating what you would have spent on a night out, More Info

Used Book Sale: Knox County Public Library, South Knox on February 24th from 10am - 5pm. More Info

Wilma Dykeman Stokely Memorial Lecture (with Carolyn Finney): on Thursday, February 29th, at 7pm at the East Tennessee History Center, More Info

Gardening:

ABC's of Pruning - Ask Before Cutting: Join Knox County Master Gardener Marsha Lehman on Friday, February 16th from 10:30am - 11:30am at UT Extension - Eastern Region Office, 1801 Downtown West Blvd for a discussion of the ABC's of pruning, event is free; no reservation required. More Info

Music:

Jordan Rainer with Robinella: at The Open Chord on Friday, February 9th at 8pm, More Info

Fat Friday Mardi Gras: featuring Roux Du Bayou on Friday, February 9th at The Concourse, More Info

Music of the Moody Blues: Symphony Orchestra at the Civic Auditorium on February 10th at 8pm. More Info

Webb Wilder with Jennifer Daniels: at The Open Chord on Saturday, February 10th, 8pm, More Info

Young Pianist Series Concert: on Sunday, February 11th at 2:30pm at the Natalie Haslam Music Center. Tickets are $25 at the door.

"Friday Night Live!" presents Soulful Sounds Revue: featuring Lee Wills with special guests Larry Blair & Marki Lukyniuk on Friday, Feburary 16th at 6:30pm, More Info

The Ladies of Soul Tribute, Vol II: on Friday, February 23rd at The Concourse, More Info

Seasonal:

Galentine’s Drip & Sip: Indulge in Pampering with IV Beauty or Detox Drip, Brow Wax /Tint, Spray Tan, and Botox Services!! Sip on Prosecco, Infused Water, delight in hors d'oeuvre, and relish decadent desserts! Plus, enjoy Giveaways and Swag Bags! Saturday, February 10th from 4pm-7pm, More Info

Valentine’s Afternoon Tea with Live Music: Experience a romantic afternoon tea at the Spice and Tea Exchange of Knoxville at 4pm on February 11th & 18th, Cost: $55/person. More Info

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