In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather Partly Cloudy with a High of 87

📰 Ijams Hummingbird Festival

📰 Exodus - The Bob Marley Tribute

📰 Farragut Lawn Chair Concert

🗓️Marine Corps Mud Run Sign-Up Event

📰 East TN Parrothead Club's August Boat Drinks Cruise!

🏡 Real Estate

🗓️ Upcoming Events

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Ijams Hummingbird Festival

August 17th 7am - 1pm

Don’t miss out on a day brimming with fun and discovery at the Ijams Hummingbird Festival! This year’s festival is set to be a memorable experience with a host of exciting activities, a vibrant marketplace, animal encounters, and a speaker series.

Festival Highlights:

• Live Animal Encounters: Get up close with incredible birds of prey such as owls, hawks, and kestrels. Local rehabilitators will provide insights into these fascinating creatures.

• Marketplace: Browse a diverse selection of local art, nature-themed items, handcrafted creations, and garden essentials from local nurseries and vendors.

• Guided Walks: Explore Ijams' trails with expert naturalists. Enjoy guided walks focused on bird-related topics and appreciate the natural wonders of the area. (Accessible walks are available!)

• Educational Booths and Activities: Engage in hands-on educational activities for all ages under the big tent. Learn and celebrate the wonders of birds and all things winged.

• Kids' Nature Zone: A special area for kids to explore nature through art projects, crafts, experiments, and interactive challenges. Kids can become junior naturalists with the help of expert educators!

Ticket Information:

• General Festival and Marketplace Admission (excludes bird banding session):

  • Adults (ages 13+): $12

  • Children (ages 3-12): $9

Members receive a 10% discount on their ticket prices!

Whether you’re a bird enthusiast, art lover, or looking for a fun family outing, the Ijams Hummingbird Festival offers something for everyone. Join us for a day of nature, creativity, and community. See you there! More Info

Exodus - The Bob Marley Tribute

Exodus, led by the acclaimed Lazo, has earned widespread recognition for its exceptional reggae performances. Honored as the Top Reggae Performer of the Year by the Canadian Reggae Music Awards, Lazo's talent has been further validated by multiple Juno nominations, including a Juno Award in 2000 for Best Reggae Recording for his “Heart and Soul” CD. His compositions, such as “Love Is on Your Side” and the 1995 album “Something Real,” have also received Juno nominations.

Described as infectious, Exodus’ reggae music is known for its ability to instantly uplift and energize audiences, inducing smiles, an irresistible urge to dance, and an overall sense of well-being. Recent reviews highlight Exodus as one of the best Bob Marley tributes, praised for superb musicianship and a compelling stage presence.

Thursday, August 15th at 7:30pm at the Worlds Fair Park. Tickets here

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Community:

Emotional Sobriety: Each Thursday at 5pm at The Kraken’s Cup. The Kracken’s Cup has partnered with Sober in Knoxville to create a safe and accepting environment for their N Knoxville meetups. Questions? Email [email protected].

Classic Movie at the Tennessee Theatre:
Star Wars - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and Jurassic Park are showing on Saturday, August 24th, More Info

German Fest: on Saturday, August 24th from 11am-8pm at First Lutheran Church, 1207 N Broadway, free admission

Food:

Tea Flights: offered Mondays - Thursdays at The Spice and Tea Exchange. Limited to 4 people per group at $8.99/person. Call the store for more information (865) 985-0913

Music:

Tim White & Troublesome Hollow: at Union County Opry on Saturday, August 17th at 7pm, 150 Main Street in Maynardville, More Info

August Live Music Month by WDVX: Jon Whitlock, Tennessee Shines, Martha Spencer’s Wonderland Country Band & Five Mile Mountain Road, Wood Box Heroes & Shawn Camp, More Info

The Lonesome River Band: at Union County Opry on Saturday, September 7th at 7pm, 150 Main Street in Maynardville, More Info

Tenors, Tuxedos, and Stalactites: Marble City Opera kicks off its twelfth season on Saturday, August 17th at 5:00 p.m. inside Historic Cherokee Caverns, 8524 Oak Ridge Highway, More Info

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:

There are many recurring business networking events, both weekly and monthly.

See Recurring Weekly & Monthly Networking Events

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

Farragut Lawn Chair Concert

August 17, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Get ready for a fantastic evening of music at the Farraugt Lawn Chair Concert on Saturday, August 17th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Founders Park at Campbell Station. The lineup features an incredible array of performances:

• 🎶 The Get Right Band

• 🎵 Official Roger Alan Wade

• 🎶 Tennessee Sheiks

• 🎵 Ms. Nikki & The Uptown Players

Arrive early and make sure to stop by the Visit Farragut tent! The first 100 visitors will receive a special event pin. Bring your lawn chair, enjoy the music, and experience a great night out in the community. See you there!

Marine Corps Mud Run

Sign-Up Event – August 13th!

Get ready to get muddy and sign up for the Marine Corps Mud Run, happening on August 31st! Join us for a special sign-up event at The Casual Pint Northshore on August 13th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., hosted in partnership with radio station 103.5.

This is your chance to register for the Mud Run, meet fellow participants, and enjoy a great evening out. Plus, Drip into Wellness will be at the Mud Run, offering post-run mini IV Hydration for rehydration and muscle recovery ($95). I’ll also be at The Casual Pint to answer any questions you may have about IV Hydration and how it can benefit your recovery.

And here’s a special perk: If you sign up for the Mud Run before August 15th, you’ll receive a free B12 shot!

Event Details:

• Sign-Up Event: August 13th, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

• Location: The Casual Pint Northshore

• Mud Run Date: August 31st

Visit knoxmud.org to sign up for the Run and secure your spot in this exciting event. Don’t miss out on the chance to participate and take advantage of these great offers!

East TN Parrothead Club's

August Boat Drinks Cruise!

Ahoy, Parrotheads! It’s time to break out your Hawaiian shirts, dust off your flip-flops, and set sail for the East TN Parrothead Club's annual Boat Drinks Cruise on August 17, 2024. This year, we're cruising with a cause—benefiting the Alzheimer's Association of Tennessee (ALZ, TN).

Get ready for a night of tropical tunes and nautical fun as we embark on a lively evening filled with great music and even better company. Can you operate a “Coconut Telegraph” or have you ever set sail on the “Pascagoula Run”? If you haven’t committed a “Great Filling Station Holdup” yet, this is your chance to experience the ultimate Parrothead adventure!

Our entertainment for the evening will feature Liquid Velvet, a 70s and 80s band that will keep you dancing and singing along all night long. The cruise departs promptly at 9:00 pm, so make sure to arrive early to secure your spot and get into the party spirit.

Tickets are priced at $20 for club members (a special code will be provided) and $25 for non-members. Please note that this is a 21 and up event—no exceptions! While food is not included, you’ll have access to two full bars where you can enjoy our bartenders’ renditions of “Boat Drinks.”

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while having a blast on the water. We promise you’ll have so much fun that you’ll be singing “Come Monday” with a smile on your face!

Secure your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable night! Tickets Here

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