In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Partly Cloudy with a High of 83

📰 Resident-Inspired Pickleball Courts and Upgrades at Corryton Park

🗓️ Dogwood Arts Festival Returns to World’s Fair Park

📰 Love Board Games? Check Out Fun K Town 2024 at the Knoxville Convention Center

🗓️ West Hills Market This Thursday

🗓️ Ladies Night at the Painted Perch & Co - Sip, Snack & Shop This Thursday

🗓️ Upcoming Events 

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Resident-Inspired Pickleball Courts and Upgrades at Corryton Park

Knox County recently inaugurated new Pickleball courts at Corryton Park, with additional upgrades to the basketball court and picnic shelter.

These improvements, inspired by a resident's suggestion sent via email to Knox County Parks, were part of a six-month project led by Joseph Mack, the senior director of Knox County Parks and Recreation.

The project, which also included updates to the concession stand and ongoing work on the ball field, was funded through the department's operational budget and aimed to better meet community needs.

Dogwood Arts Festival Returns to World’s Fair Park

The Dogwood Arts Festival is set to brighten World’s Fair Park once again from April 26th-28th. This cherished event, a cornerstone of Knoxville culture for over six decades, is brought to life each year by a dedicated team of mostly volunteer workers.

This year's festival spans three days and promises an enriching experience with a lineup of local and national vendors and artists. Attendees can look forward to live music, a variety of food trucks, and vibrant displays throughout the park's lawns and the Tennessee Amphitheater.

The festival not only celebrates the culmination of a year of hard work and commitment by the organizers but also continues to nurture and expand one of Knoxville’s grandest traditions.

Love Board Games? Check Out Fun K Town 2024 at the Knoxville Convention Center

Fun K-Town 2024 is set to take place at the Knoxville Convention Center from April 26th-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

Ladies Night at the Painted Perch & Co. - Sip, Snack & Shop This Thursday

Ladies! It’s time to unwind and treat yourself! Enjoy a fabulous Sip & Shop Ladies Night on Thursday, April 18th at The Painted Perch & Company from 6pm - 8pm at 9715 Kingston Pike. Experience delicious drinks, exclusive discounts, fun giveaways, and a chance to catch up with your friends and enjoy a night out!

/ contributed by Kim O.

West Hills Market This Thursday

Every third Thursday of the month (Thursday, April 18th this month) through September, the West Hills Market brings local vendors, crafters, food trucks and music from 5pm - 8pm at Knoxville First Church of the Nazarene, 538 Vanosdale Rd. Interested in becoming a vendor? Contact Kimberly Workman at [email protected] or call (865) 604-8887.

/ contributed by Mykayla Z.

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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:

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

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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