In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather: Mostly Sunny with a High of 87

📰 Starts Tonight - New & Exciting Knoxville Museum of Art Temporary Exhibits

🗓️ GermanFest is this Saturday

🗓️ Poetry as Narrative – Writing Workshop

🗓️ Sips & Dips

📰 Knox Plant Fest at Marble City Market

🏡 Real Estate 

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities

GermanFest is this Saturday

Food, music, and drinks abound at GermanFest this Saturday, August 24th from 11am - 8pm at First Lutheran Church, 1207 Broadway! There are lots of children’s activites and a car show will be happening from 11am - 2pm.

Knox Plant Fest at Marble City Market

Calling all plant enthusiasts! On Saturday, August 24th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Marble City Market Food Hall will be transformed into a lush oasis for the Knox Plant Fest. This event is a must for anyone who loves greenery, from houseplants to herbs, vegetables, and more.

Explore a wide variety of plants as vendors from across the region showcase their best offerings. Whether you're looking to add to your indoor jungle or pick up some fresh herbs for your kitchen, you'll find something to love. Vendors include The Knoxville Spice and Tea Exchange, Amanns Gothic, The Upcycle Garden, Amanda Lynn's Workshop, Radiant Welds, Marley's Plant Boutique, Henna by Tuba, Happy Little Herbs, Leaflet Studios, and Terrarium Store.

While you shop, treat yourself to a refreshing herbaceous cocktail from Frank and George’s, crafted to perfectly complement the day’s botanical theme. And don’t forget to participate in the plant swap! Bring a plant from home and leave with a new green friend to add to your collection.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, Knox Plant Fest offers a fun and vibrant atmosphere to celebrate all things plants. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow plant lovers and bring a bit more green into your life! More Info

Starts Tonight - New & Exciting Knoxville Museum of Art Temporary Exhibits

Knoxville Museum of Art (KMA) is thrilled to launch an exciting new schedule of exhibitions, beginning with Jo Sandman/TRACES, opening to the public beginning Friday, August 23rd from 6pm-9pm at 1050 World Fair Park Drive. The public is warmly invited to the opening reception.

A special Members-Only hour will take place from 6pm-7pm, with a talk by Alice Sebrell, curator of TRACES, at 6:15pm. Attendees can expect to enjoy summer refreshments, a signature cocktail, and a special musical performance by Rubens Ghenov. The event is free and open to the public, More Info

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Community:

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

Movies in a Cave at Cherokee Caverns: on Saturday, August 24th, showtimes at 11:00 am, 1:15 pm, 3:30 pm, 5:45 pm, and 8:00 pm. Tickets are $15 per person, with children 3 and under admitted free with an adult ticket. More Info

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

West High School Class of 1974 - 50th Reunion: on Saturday, August 24th at The Foundry, 747 World's Fair Park Drive, at 6pm, For more information contact [email protected].

Marine Mud Run, an Off-Road 5k: on Saturday, August 31st, More Info & Register

Find additional events (including recurring events) on our Community Events page.

Food:

Big Kahuna Wing Festival (11th Annual): on Sunday, September 1st, World’s Fair Park from 3pm-9pm. More Info

Sips & Dips: On Wednesday, September 18th from 6pm-8pm, Kraken’s Cup is looking for some guinea pigs needed to test new menu items! Tickets required – Limited seating – $25 per guest at the Kraken’s Cup, 4815 N Broadway, Suite 107. Call for tickets - (865) 297-3083.

How Do You Brew? – How do you get the best flavor from your cuppa? Take this class to learn on Wednesday, September 25th at 6pm, Limited seating – $40 per guest at the Kraken’s Cup, 4815 N Broadway, Suite 107. Call for tickets - (865) 297-3083.

Sept 25, 2024 – 6pm

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:

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

Faith, Hope & Love - Music from Puccini, Verde & More: presented by Marble City Opera on Sunday, September 8th at 5:30 p.m. in the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, 711 S. Northshore Drive, Free 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:

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

Poetry as Narrative – Writing Workshop

On Wednesday, September 11th from 6pm-8pm, indulge in some tea and treats as you sharpen your writing abilities! Benefit from the expertise of exceptional UT instructors without the need to enroll in the university.

This workshop is conducted by Dr. Mary Leauna Christensen, a lecturer from the UT English Department, and is tailored for writers at any level of skill and experience, encouraging them to explore poetry as a form of storytelling. Participants will engage with contemporary poems from authors such as Natalie Diaz and Jake Skeets, followed by an opportunity to craft their own pieces.

Participants are asked to bring their preferred writing materials, be that pen/paper or laptop.

Tickets required – Limited seating – $45 per guest at the Kraken’s Cup, 4815 N Broadway, Suite 107. Call for tickets - (865) 297-3083.

Sips and Dips

On Wednesday, September 18th from 6pm-8pm, Kraken’s Cup is looking for some guinea pigs needed to test new menu items!

In this workshop you’ll explore a variety of delectable savory and sweet treats that may be featured on their menu. Rhonda Merrifield, an Epicure Ambassador for over four years, is passionate about sharing great food and innovative, simple ideas to make cooking enjoyable. She will guide us through the preparation and tasting of several Epicure items, accompanied by delightful tea.

Epicure’s gluten-free, peanut-free seasonings, baking blends, and more will aid in our mission to diversify the menu to accommodate our guests with dietary restrictions.

Tickets required – Limited seating – $25 per guest at the Kraken’s Cup, 4815 N Broadway, Suite 107. Call for tickets - (865) 297-3083.

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