In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Partly Cloudy with a High of 81

📰 Knoxville Runner Returns to Boston Marathon

📰 Breath of Life - Double Lung Transplant Recipient Triumphs in Knoxville Marathon

📰 Love Board Games? Check Out Fun K Town 2024 April 26th - 28th at the Knoxville Convention Center

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Knoxville Runner Returns to Boston Marathon

Liz Ford is preparing to run the Boston Marathon for the third time. The event requires a qualifying time of three hours and 40 minutes. Ford's participation was initially encouraged by Paul Conn, former president of Lee University, who promised to cover expenses for qualified Lee participants.

Nearly two decades later, Ford is returning to Boston and has reminded Conn of his promise, which he has agreed to honor. Ford describes completing the marathon as a deeply satisfying achievement, embodying her dedication to running.

Breath of Life - Double Lung Transplant Recipient Triumphs in Knoxville Marathon

Kassandra Klemenz, a 28-year-old Knoxville resident and double lung transplant recipient, completed the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon last week.

After undergoing a life-saving transplant due to severe cystic fibrosis, Klemenz used her newfound health to fulfill a dream of running a marathon. She emphasizes the importance of organ donation, sharing her journey from near-total lung failure to becoming marathon-ready, and encourages others to consider becoming organ donors.

Love Board Games? Check Out Fun K Town 2024 April 26th - 28th at the Knoxville Convention Center

Fun K-Town 2024 is set to take place at the Knoxville Convention Center from April 26th to 28th, offering attendees a vast library of games to play and the option to bring and share their own.

The event features a welcoming community atmosphere where newcomers can join games easily and learn new ones with the help of volunteers and fellow gamers.

Highlights include the "Game of the Hour" for quick starts, "BIG Games" for longer strategic experiences, and "Play to Win" contests with games provided by sponsors.

Additionally, there's a Virtual Flea Market for buying and selling games without shipping hassles. The event requires registration and spans three days, providing ample time for gaming enthusiasts to enjoy, More Info

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Community:

Game Nights at Fountain City Social: on all Mondays in April from 6pm-8pm, 4842 Harvest Mills Way, Everyone welcome, More Info

Chronic Joint Pain Seminar: on Tuesday, April 16th at 6pm, free dinner and educational seminar at Calhouns, 625 Turkey Cove Lane, to bring hope to those with joint pain or arthritis, revolutionary programs for: Stiff & Swollen joints, Popping or crunching noises, Joint pain, Loss of function, Loss of strength, and more, More details and RSVP

Pasta with a Purpose Benefit Dinner: and Silent Auction Fundraiser to raise funds to feed our homeless, on Saturday, April 20th from 5:30pm - 8:30pm, held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 544 North Broadway. Tickets & More Info

Rossini Festival: Downtown in various locations on Saturday-Sunday, April 20th-21st, Knoxville Opera’s annual International Street Fair celebrates the global impact on the music, food, art, and culture of East Tennessee, More Info

See more Community Events on our Community Events page!

Food & Beverage:

What is Tea: at the Kraken’s Cup, 4815 N Broadway St #107, on Wednesday, April 17th at 6pm, is a wonderful introduction to tea, including descriptions of the multiple types of tea and how they differ from each other (along with examples for you to try), a sample of your favorite tea to take home, and lots of random tea facts! Cost: $35 per guest. Purchase your ticket by calling (865) 297-3083 or coming by the tea house (Ask for Vic)

Tea-Infused Cocktails/Mixology Class: Learn how to mix delicious cocktails and mocktails infused with teas and sugars, herbs, and spices, at the Spice & Tea Exchange on Wednesday, April 24th at 6:30pm, 522 S Gay St. Cost: $60 per person. Call (865) 985-0913 to reserve your spot!

Spring Tea Social - A Victorian Salon: at The the Kraken’s Cup on Sunday, April 28th, enjoy tea tiny sandwiches and conversation with friends in the style of a Victorian Salon, Call (865) 985-0913 to reserve your spot!

Colored Pasta Workshop: Learn how to make colored pastas and a homemade Bolognese sauce, at the Spice & Tea Exchange on Wednesday, April 30th at 6:30pm, 522 S Gay St. Cost: $50 per person. Call (865) 985-0913 to reserve your spot!

Gardening:

Know Before You Grow - Toxic Plants in the Home and Garden: Join Master Gardener Claudia Kirk, DVM, to learn which plants commonly found in the home, garden, or florist bouquets are toxic to your pets or people, at UT Extension Eastern Region Office, 1801 Downtown W. Boulevard on Tuesday, April 16th from 10am - 11:30am. Free to the public. More Info

Ivan Racheff House & Gardens Plant Sale: annuals, perennials, wildflowers, vegetables…from local nurseries & garden clubs, on Saturday, April 27th from 9am - 3pm at 1943 Tennessee Avenue, More Info

Health & Wellness:

Alzheimer's FUNdraiser Dessert Auction: decadent deserts from area bakeries and restaurants are available for the second annual Alzheimer’s Dessert Auction at Ivan Racheff House and Gardens, Auctioneer will be Bear Stephenson, Saturday, April 21st from 2pm - 4pm, 1943 Tennessee Avenue, More Info 

Realtor Personal Protection Workshop: on Saturday, April 27th from 9am - noon, Warrior Heart USA, 297 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Suite 400, in Oak Ridge, for realtors and other professionals that work with clients in a private setting, Register here

Music:

Too Easy at the Asia Cafe: on Sunday, April 14th from 6pm - 9pm, 8926 Town and Country Circle

Friday Night Live with Mt. Olive Pleasure Club: at the Concourse, 4328 N. Broadway, Friday, April 19th at 6:30pm, More Info

Knoxville Community Band: will be playing at the Rossini Festival Downtown on Saturday, April 20th at 11am at the Market Square Stage. More info on the Rossini Festival 

Friday Night Live with Milk Man & The Big Band: at the Concourse, 4328 N. Broadway, Friday, April 26th at 6:30pm, More Info

Theatre:

Note: additional details (including some dates!) will be loaded this week

Into the Woods: at Knoxville Catholic High School now through Sunday, April 14th, More Info

King Lear: at Pellissippi State from Friday, April 12th - Sunday, April 14th

Midsummer Night’s Dream: at Farragut High School from Wednesday, April 17th - Friday, April 19th at 7pm in the main auditorium, Tickets are $5

Mamma Mia: at South-Doyle High School from Thursday, April 18th - Saturday, April 20th

Treasure Island: at Bearden High School from Friday, April 19th - Sunday, April 21st

Addam’s Family Musical: at Hardin Valley High School the weekend of April 26th and Central High School from Thursday, May 2nd - Saturday, May 4th at 7pm and Sunday, May 5th at 2:30pm, Tickets are $15 regular, $10 students, and faculty is free

Annie: at Lenoir City High School from Thursday, May 2nd - Saturday, May 4th

Aladdin Jr.: at Halls Middle School on Saturday, May 18th

Wizard of Oz: at Powell High School

Midsummer Night’s Dream: Farragut

Veterans:

Free Veteran’s Breakfast: The United Veterans Council of East Tennessee presents 13 free breakfasts for Veterans and guests on four Saturdays, monthly, Coffee line starts at 8am, Chow line starts at 8:30am. Locations and Dates

Business Networking:

PLMP Business Social Networking: on Wednesday, April 17th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm at Finn’s Restaurant and Tavern, 9000 Kingston Pike, Sponsored by Peachtree Planning

Bourbon & Business: a spirited networking event, on Wednesday, April 24th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm in the upstairs room at Maple Hall, 414 S. Gay St.

Business Professional Prayer Association (BPPA) Prayer Breakfast: on Tuesday, April 30th from 7:30am - 9am at Jack’s Cafe, 7202 Maynardville Pike

More Networking Meetings (recurring Weekly and Monthly)

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