East Tennessee Highlands Hurricane Relief Concert

Issue #329

In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Partly Cloudy with a High of 79

📰 “Goodnight Moon” & “The Runaway Bunny” Live at the Bijou

🗳️ Let’s Vote! EARLY VOTING ENDS 10/31

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🗓️ Upcoming Events 

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East Tennessee Highlands Hurricane Relief Concert

Come together to make a difference on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at the Oak Ridge High School Auditorium for the East Tennessee Highlands Hurricane Relief Concert. This special event, held from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, will feature an inspiring lineup of musicians and artists with all proceeds supporting hurricane relief efforts for families in the Tennessee Highlands affected by Hurricane Helene.

Featured Headliner: Wyatt Ellis
At just 14, Wyatt Ellis is already a rising star in the world of bluegrass music. Hailing from East Tennessee, Ellis made waves with his #1 debut single, “Grassy Cove,” on the Bluegrass Today charts and earned his place as one of the genre’s most promising young artists. Billboard praised Ellis as a “sterling newcomer” who made his Grand Ole Opry debut in 2023—a testament to his talent and the deep roots of bluegrass in his music.

Additional Performers Include:

  • Teryn Dixon & Friends – Known for their rich harmonies and heartfelt performances, this group will bring a soulful touch to the concert.

  • The Collective Unit – Adding a unique, high-energy vibe, The Collective Unit promises a lively performance.

In addition to music, the concert will feature special guest DeanaBean, a local children’s author from Anderson County, who will be supporting the cause in a meaningful way. For every book purchased during the event, DeanaBean will donate a book to children in the Tennessee Highlands impacted by the hurricane. Her books will be available to browse and purchase at deanabean.com.

Join Us
This event offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy an afternoon of live music while supporting a crucial cause for our community. Don’t miss this chance to help those affected by Hurricane Helene and experience some of East Tennessee’s finest musical talent! More Info

Experience “Goodnight Moon” & “The Runaway Bunny” Live at the Bijou

Bring the magic of beloved children’s classics Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny to life on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 2:30 PM at the Bijou Theatre. These cherished tales, both featuring endearing bunny characters, have warmed the hearts of generations, and now, thanks to the Mermaid Theatre’s enchanting adaptation, they’ll take center stage in a way that young audiences will remember for years to come.

Goodnight Moon brings to life the timeless ritual of saying goodnight, celebrating the soothing, familiar moments of bedtime. The Runaway Bunny shares the whimsical tale of a bunny imagining his escape, always met with gentle and loving reassurances from his mother. With soothing bunny banter and dream-like imagery, both stories instill young readers with a sense of comfort and security.

Mermaid Theatre’s production brings a fresh perspective to these literary treasures, adding layers of visual artistry and imagination. This performance promises to be a wonderful experience for families, offering a moment of connection through stories that speak to the universal themes of love, safety, and wonder.

Don’t miss this delightful opportunity to introduce the young ones in your life to the magic of live theater through these cherished bedtime tales! More Info

Let’s Vote! Three New Early Voting Locations

Let’s break some records for election voting this season! Your vote is important! Voting is easy, and there are many locations in Knox County to vote, including three new locations! EARLY VOTING ENDS 10/31

Downtown: City-County Building – Small Assembly Room, 400 Main Street
East Knox County: Carter Senior Center, 9040 Asheville Highway
East Knoxville: Eternal Life Harvest Center at Five Points, 2410 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Farragut (NEW): Village Green Shopping Center (Old Stein Mart), 11437 Kingston Pike, Farragut
North Knox County: Halls Recreation Center, 6933 Recreation Lane
Northeast Knox County (NEW): Gibbs Ruritan Club, 7827 Tazewell Pike, Corryton
Northeast Knoxville: New Harvest Park, 4775 New Harvest Lane
Northwest Knox County: Karns Senior Center, 8042 Oak Ridge Highway
Northwest Knoxville: Knoxville Expo Center, 5441 Clinton Highway
South Knoxville: Meridian Baptist Church, 6513 Chapman Highway
University of TN (NEW): Baker School, 1640 Cumberland Avenue
West Knox County: Downtown West, 1645 Downtown West Blvd., Unit 40

More Info and Hours (As of October 26th, 118,540 votes have been cast across all locations! Check out the daily grand totals and location counts.

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Community:

McClung Museum After Hours: Halloween Paint and Play on October 30th from 6pm - 8pm More Info

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics: on Wednesday, October 30th at 8:45 pm. More Info

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

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:

Too Easy - 1st Friday at the Emporium: Relax and enjoy music by Too Easy on Friday, November 1st from 6pm-8:30pm! They will be performing songs from their new CD 'Life's Summer Breeze' at the Arts & Culture Alliance, 100 S. Gay Street. More Info

Networking:

Get to know other local business owners and representatives by attending some of the many networking events available in our community! There are many recurring business networking events, both weekly and monthly.

Worth Every Penny: Mastering Your Pricing: brought to you by eWomen Networking, on Tuesday, November 12th from 11am-1pm. Pricing is the key to prosperity, yet it’s one of the most challenging aspects of running a business. Without knowing your WORTH, attracting your best customers can feel impossible. Join Markey Read in this lively and empowering presentation to discover how to price your services confidently and create amazing offerings based on your Cost of Services Sold (COSS). Contact Abigail to register: [email protected] or (954) 804-9413.

Theatre:

The Elephant Man at Theatre Knoxville: running through Sunday, November 3rd. Showtimes are Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30 PM, and Sundays at 3 pm. Visit the theater's website for more details.

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

Watercolor Christmas

Looking to make your holiday season extra special this year? Join Cat Ballesteros from The Happy Gift Shoppe for an engaging, beginner-friendly watercolor card-making class! This workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to add a personal touch to their holiday greetings, with no previous art experience required.

Class Details:

  • When: Friday, November 8, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST

  • Where: The Southern Market, 5400 Homberg Drive

  • Cost: Includes all materials for creating beautiful, custom watercolor Christmas cards and postcards

Cat will guide you through the basics of watercolor painting, from blending colors to creating unique holiday designs, making sure each participant leaves with a set of handmade cards ready for gifting. This one-hour session is a wonderful way to relax, get creative, and craft memorable holiday greetings for your loved ones.

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to add a heartfelt touch to your holiday season. More Info

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