Woodstream Hardwoods Farewell Party and Sale

Issue #300

01 Oct

In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather: Scattered Showers with a High of 79

📰 Woodstream Hardwoods Farewell Party and Sale 

📰 TODAY - Toys for Tots Kickoff

📣 Business Spotlight on Paint Around

🗓️ October Sky Festival

🏡 Real Estate 

🗓️ Upcoming Events 

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities

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Today’s Record High: 95 in 2019 — Record Low: 36 in 1924


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Woodstream Hardwoods Farewell Party and Sale

Woodstream Hardwoods is closing and will be having a weeklong farewell party and sale October 5th-12th from 9am-5pm. Everything must go. They are located at 3636 Division Street.

Toys for Tots Kickoff

TODAY at 2 p.m., Southeast Handling Systems (5214 S Middlebrook Pike) will proudly host the kickoff event for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve's annual Toys for Tots campaign. Everyone is welcome. If your company is looking to be part of toys for tots they will have boxes for you to pick up. We will also have information about being an official drop off site. More Info

Business Spotlight on Painting Around

Meet Painting Around, a mobile art experience where creativity knows no bounds. Located with a store front at 170 Glades Rd, Suite 32 in Gatlinburg, TN, and mobile throughout Knoxville, this unique business caters to all ages, offering a variety of creative experiences. Whether you're into DIY arts & crafts or the exhilarating black light splatter paint room, Painting Around brings your imagination to life.

Founded 2.5 years ago by Marie Thomason, Painting Around was born from a desire to establish a welcoming space where individuals can freely express their artistic talents. Marie’s vision was to create a judgment-free zone where people could celebrate creativity, regardless of their artistic ability. Her commitment to fostering an environment for everyone to create their masterpiece defines the mission of Painting Around.

What sets Painting Around apart is its flexibility and customization for all kinds of events and personal preferences. It specializes in accommodating a variety of groups and occasions including birthdays, bachelorette parties, date nights, girls' trips, fundraisers, events, festivals, and team-building exercises. Their focus on tailoring experiences to meet customer needs ensures a memorable and personal art experience every time.

Marie and her team are passionate about community engagement. They collaborate with local schools, nonprofits, and small businesses, adapting their services to support community initiatives. Painting Around takes pride in its ability to contribute meaningfully to the community, particularly through events that give back to local causes.

Painting Around is excited to announce their second annual Sensory Santa Event at their Gatlinburg storefront. Additionally, they frequently host Sip & Paint events and networking after-hours that bring together local business owners to foster community connections and collaborations.

For more information or to participate in a Painting Around event, you can contact Marie Thomason directly at (865) 441-9427 or via email at [email protected]. Visit their website to discover more about their offerings and upcoming events.

Join Painting Around for an artistic adventure that promises to be as enriching as it is enjoyable, where every stroke of the brush brings you closer to your community.

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Community:

TODAY at 2 p.m., Southeast Handling Systems (5214 S Middlebrook Pike) will proudly host the kickoff event for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve's annual Toys for Tots campaign. [email protected]

Get ready to do the "Time Warp" again as the Rocky Horror Music Show brings the iconic songs of Rocky Horror to life like never before on Friday, October 4, 2024 at the Bijou Theater! More Info

Join the Historic House Museums of Knoxville for a special Founder’s Day reception on Thursday, October 3rd, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the historic Mabry-Hazen House, located at 1711 Dandridge Avenue (with parking available at 1649 Rosedale Ave). Please email: [email protected] for more info!

Oak Ridge Street Painting Festival: on Saturday, October 5th, starting at 10am, street art, live music, games, and local vendors for everyone to enjoy throughout the day. Chalking begins at 8 AM, so bring your family, friends, and creativity for a day full of fun and community spirit. More Info

Celebrate the beauty of fall at the Fabulous Fall Plant Sale hosted by UT Gardens Knoxville on Saturday, October 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2518 Jacob Drive. More Info

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

Food:

Brew at the Zoo: On Friday, October 4th, from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m., enjoy an evening of great brews, delicious food, and fun animal encounters. Features 35 breweries, More Info

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:

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

SAGE 30th Anniversary Reunion Show on October 11th at Open Chord at 8pm. Tickets Here

Networking:

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

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

Knox Makers Market

Check out Knox Makers Market on Saturday, October 12th, from 5pm-9pm. at their workshop in South Knoxville, 116 Childress Street Sw for an evening of unique makers from around Knoxville, food trucks, maker demos and tours of our community workshop. Located just off Chapman Highway with plenty of parking nearby. Event will be held rain or shine. More Info

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