In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather Partly Cloudy with a High of 90

📰 Big Ridge Bluegrass Festival Returns

📰 Dr. Biscotti and the Human Condition

📰 Movies Under the Stars: Across the Universe

🗓️Sausagefest 2024

📰 Tea in 18th Century America at Marble Springs State Historic Site

🏡 Real Estate 

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities

Big Ridge Bluegrass Festival Returns

Get ready to tap your feet and enjoy the sounds of traditional Bluegrass music at the 43rd annual Big Ridge Bluegrass Festival on Friday, August 16th, from 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM. This beloved one-day event, set against the beautiful backdrop of Big Ridge State Park, is a perfect summer evening of music, arts, and community.

The festival kicks off at 6:00 PM with a full roster of talented bands that will keep the music going until 10:30 PM. Whether you're a Bluegrass aficionado or just love a good tune, this event promises to be a memorable experience.

In addition to the music, the festival will feature a variety of arts, crafts, and food vendors, offering something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for unique handmade goods or delicious festival fare, you’ll find it here.

Best of all, the event is free of charge, making it an ideal outing for the whole family. Bring your lawn chairs, settle in, and enjoy a warm summer evening filled with great music, good food, and friendly faces. Don’t miss out on this cherished local tradition! More Info

Dr. Biscotti and the Human Condition

Boundaries. Choices. Happenstance. is an original play by Lisa Soland, produced by Theater 23. The story unfolds in the office of a psychologist, Dr. Biscotti, as he reflects on a recent tragic event. The play explores the lives of his clients, whose choices lead them down intertwining paths toward unexpected outcomes. As the psychologist navigates this web of psychological challenges, he is forced to confront his own humanity.

The play will be performed at the Knoxville Convention Center on Friday, September 20th, and Saturday, September 21st, at 7:30 PM, with additional shows on Saturday and Sunday, September 21st and 22nd, at 2:30 PM. More Info/Tickets

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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

Movies Under the Stars:

Across the Universe

Join Ijams and Central Cinema on August 16 for a special outdoor screening of the rock musical Across the Universe. Set in the turbulent late 1960s, this film re-imagines America through war, love, and rebellion, all set to a Beatles soundtrack. The story follows British worker Jude, who comes to the U.S. in search of his father and ends up entangled in a love affair with Lucy, set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War.

The event takes place on the Visitor Center lawn at Ijams. Doors open at 7 PM, with the movie starting around 8:45 PM. Food trucks and the Ijams beer garden will offer food and drinks for purchase. Tickets are $12 per person, including parking, with discounts for Ijams and Central Cinema members. Dogs on leashes are welcome, and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. More Info

Sausagefest 2024

at Last Days of Autumn Brewing

Get ready for the 7th annual Sausagefest! This all-you-can-eat event is set for a fun-filled day with live music, delicious food, and plenty of sausages. The festivities kick off with the "lighting of the grill" ceremony at 5:00 PM, followed by a feast from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Steph Cabell will provide live music starting at 7:00 PM.

The menu features a variety of sausages, including Bratwurst with apples and sauerkraut, Italian Sausage with peppers and marinara, Polish Sausage with German potato salad, and more. Hot dogs for the kids and fresh grilled corn on the cob will also be available. Tickets can be purchased online through the provided link. Don’t forget to wear your stretchy pants!

Tea in 18th Century America at Marble Springs State Historic Site

On Saturday, August 17, at 11 AM, Marble Springs State Historic Site invites you to a charming tea party as part of their "Beyond Petticoats" series. This educational program, "Tea in 18th-Century America," will transport you to the colonial era, exploring tea culture, customs, and etiquette of the 1700s.

Enjoy a selection of teas reminiscent of those thrown into the Boston Harbor, paired with homemade butter cookies. Vallie Prince, owner of The Kraken's Cup Tearoom, will present fascinating insights into the history of tea and its significance in 18th-century America.

If this session sells out, additional times may be added. Reserve your spot here: RSVP/Ticket Link.

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