In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Mostly Sunny with a High of 93

📰 Are Fireworks Legal in Knox County?

📰 TWRA to Conduct Boating Safety Checkpoints This Weekend

🗓️ Learn How to Play the Bridge Card Game

📰 Celebrate Irena Linn at the First Annual Silver Gala

🗓️ Upcoming Events - Many New Events Added, Including Some Summer Used Book Sales!

🗓️ 1st Annual Independence Day Festival in Union County

🗓️ Make Your Voice Heard: Vote in the August 1 Primary Elections

🏡 Real Estate Section *New Today - Buy Now or Wait? (Issue #003)

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities
 

Are Fireworks Legal in Knox County? What to Know Before the 4th of July

With Independence Day just around the corner, many residents are preparing to celebrate with fireworks. However, it’s crucial to understand the regulations governing fireworks use in Knox County. Permit Requirement: Fireworks cannot be used in Knox County without first obtaining a permit from the state and approval from the county. Failure to secure the necessary permits before setting off fireworks can result in a Class 1 misdemeanor which can carry fines of up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment for up to six months. Tennessee law prohibits children under the age of 16 from purchasing fireworks. Individuals who are 16 or 17 years old must present a photo ID to purchase fireworks.

TWRA to Conduct Boating Safety Checkpoints this weekend

Checkpoints will be near Sailboat Cove on Fort Loudoun Lake and by Norris Dam. As part of the summer boating safety initiative, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) reminds all boaters to adhere to essential safety regulations. According to TWRA spokesperson Matt Cameron, the following items are required on board:

• Life Jackets: Ensure there is a life jacket for every passenger.

• Throwable Flotation Device: Have a floatable device to assist anyone struggling in the water.

• Fire Extinguisher: Keep a fire extinguisher onboard for emergencies.

Additionally, children under 12 years old must wear a life jacket while the boat is in motion. Boaters are also required to have their boat’s registration on board at all times.

Stay safe and enjoy the water responsibly this summer!

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Community:

Knoxville Brewfest 2024: is on Saturday, June 22nd. Session 1 is from 1pm-4pm and session 2 is from 6pm-9pm. Patrons are not allowed to attend both sessions. More Info

Burlington Library Used Book Sale: on Saturday, June 22nd from 1pm - 5pm, 4614 Asheville Hwy

Cedar Bluff Library Used Book Sale: on Friday-Saturday, June 28th-29th from 1pm - 5pm, 9045 Cross Park Dr

Howard Pinkston Library Used Book Sale: on Saturday, July 13th from 10am - 5pm, 7732 Martin Mill Pike

Used Book Sale at Hi-Wire Brewing: on Thursday, July 18th - Wednesday, July 24th during business hours, 2020 Barber Street

Ask a Master Gardener: Ask plant and garden questions at the Norwood Library, 1110 Merchant Dr. on Saturday, July 20th, from 10am - noon. KCMG public calendar.

Classic Movie at the Tennessee Theatre:
The Lion King and The Matrix are showing on Saturday, July 27th, Star Wars - The Return of the Jedi and Thelma and Louise are showing on Saturday, August 10th, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and Jurassic Park are showing on Saturday, August 24th, More Info

Farragut Library Used Book Sale: on Friday-Saturday, August 9th-10th from 10am - 5pm, 417 N Campbell Station Rd

Used Book Sale at East TN History Center: on Saturday, August 17th from 10am - 5pm during the History Hootenanny, 601 S Gay St

Game Night at Fountain City Social: happening Every Monday from 6pm-8pm at 4842 Harvest Mill Way, everyone welcome, current players range from their mid 20's up into their 60's, only requirement is a sense of humor

Food:

Beach-Themed Cookie Decorating Class: on Saturday, June 22nd from 11am - 12:30pm at the Farragut Community Center, 239 Jamestown Blvd, More Info

Market Square Farmers Market: happening Every Wednesday, now through November 20th from 10am – 1pm & Every Saturday, now through November 23rd from 9am – 1pm, More Info

New Harvest Farmers Market: happening Every Thursday, now through September 26th from 3pm - 6pm, 4775 New Harvest Lane, More Info

Music:

Knoxville Community Band Summer Concert: to be held on Sunday, June 23rd at 3pm at Bearden Middle School, 1000 Francis Rd. More Info

Hillbilly Thomists and Fiddling Leona: at the Bijou theatre on Saturday, August 3rd. Enjoy some of your bluegrass favorites as well as Feona’s fresh take on fiddling! Tickets are on sale now! Partial proceeds benefit the Chesterton Academy, a local classical model high school, More Info/Tickets

Air Supply’s The Lost in Love Experience: I'm all out of love…I'm so lost without you… - Remember that song? Come listen to this and other hits, on Thursday, October 10th! Tickets available here

Networking:

Recurring Weekly & Monthly Networking Events

Theatre:

Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Fox: now through Sunday, June 23rd at the Knoxville Children's Theatre, More Info/Tickets

Thespis Thinks: A romantic comedy play by Tom Eubanks, Thursday - Sunday, June 27th - 30th at St. Gregory the Great Auditorium, Knoxville Catholic High School, 9245 Fox Lonas Road NW, More Info

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

Learn How to Play the Bridge Card Game

Do you love to play cards? Learn how to play the Bridge card game or refresh your Bridge skills at Beginning Bridge Lessons! Recurring on Tuesdays starting on July 23rd from 6pm - 8:30pm, these lessons are sure to be fun! The cost is $10/lesson.

Lessons are held at the Knoxville Bridge Center, 7400 Deane Hill Drive. Register at the Knox Bridge website. Questions: contact Maggie Hughes at (865) 680-7364 or [email protected] 

Celebrate Irena Linn at the First Annual Silver Gala

Honoring the dedication to modern dance and young people in Knoxville, TN, Dancers Studio and Ignite! powered by Dancers Studio are proud to host the first annual Silver Gala for the renowned Irena Linn, and the World Premiere of the Irena Linn documentary on Sunday, June 23rd, 4pm - 7pm.

A special performance by the dynamic pre-professional youth company Ignite! powered by Dancers Studio comes on the heels of their premiere spring concert that ended with a standing ovation. This performance is sure to be spectacular!

A live auction featuring never-before-seen artwork by local artist, Beauford Delaney, works by Joseph Delaney, Dr. Dorothy Floyd, various experiential packages, and baskets.

Tickets are $75 and include intimate performances by Ignite! Dance Powered by Dancers Studio along with Cocktails featuring Uncle Nearest Whiskey, Hors d’oeuvres, and Desserts.

Tickets may be purchased online at www.dancersstudioknox.com or in person at Dancers Studio, 4216 Sutherland Avenue. For more information, contact [email protected], (865) 584-9636.

1st Annual Independence Day Festival in Union County

The festival will be held rain or shine under the Big Top at the Jaxx Drive Thru Arena, 874 Hickory Star Road in Maynardville on Friday, June 28th & Saturday, June 29th. Bring your lawn chairs for arena seating in front of the stage and enjoy a variety of food trucks on-site. Tickets are available at The Kitchen Design Center, by calling (865) 556-4255, online at unioncountyopry.com, and at the gate. Don’t miss out on this exciting community event celebrating Independence Day!

Knoxville Real Estate Insider

Buy Now or Wait? (Issue #003) *New Issue- 6/22/2024
Generational Trends (Issue #002)
Market Report as of April 2024 (Issue #001)

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Listings

Harriman, 4,754 sq ft, 3 beds, 4 baths on 1.10 acres, lakefront, For Sale or Trade $1,099,000, call or text (865) 809-7049, David Horner Property Group

Pigeon Forge, 9 acres with a modular home, great development areas for Rental Cabins, or Glamping Tents. For Sale or Trade $399,000, call or text (865) 809-7049 - off-market listing, David Horner Property Group

Make Your Voice Heard: Vote in the August 1 Primary Elections

The primary elections for the U.S. House of Representatives, Tennessee Senate, and Tennessee House of Representatives will take place on Thursday, August 1st. Voters will choose their preferred candidates for the Republican and Democratic parties in these races, with the general election scheduled for November. Additionally, several Knox County elections will be decided through a general election on the same day.

To participate, ensure you're registered to vote by Tuesday, July 2nd. For registration details, visit sos.tn.gov/elections.

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