Meet Author Michael Westmoreland

Issue #375

In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather | Cloudy with a High of 61

🗓️ Modern Dance, Primitive Light 2024

🐕 Weekends with Santa Paws

🎄 Fountain City Christmas Parade Returns After 7-Year Hiatus

🗓️ What is Tea? Class this Wednesday

🗓️ Upcoming Events 

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Meet Author Michael Westmoreland

Join local author Michael Westmoreland on Sunday, December 29th, from Noon–2:00pm at The Kraken’s Cup for the release of his latest fantasy novel, Sons of Osiris: Regicide.

Your $10 ticket includes reserved seating, tea, and a house-made scone. Additional food and drinks are available for purchase. Seating is limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to engage with Michael and dive into his epic series.

📍 The Kraken’s Cup, 4815 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN 🎟️ Reserve tickets

Modern Dance, Primitive Light 2024

Circle Modern Dance returns with its captivating performance, Modern Dance, Primitive Light 2024, at the Laurel Theater. Shows run Thursday through Saturday, December 19th-21sy, at 8 pm, with a special matinee on Saturday at 2 PM.

Celebrate the season with this Knoxville tradition showcasing innovative choreography and artistry.

🎟️ Tickets are available online at circlemoderndance.com or at the door. Don't miss this luminous performance!

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Community:

Experience the charm of a traditional German Christmas market right here in Knoxville at Schulz Bräu Brewing's Christkindlesmarkt! This beloved event captures the essence of the holiday season, inspired by the festive markets that originated in Germany during the late Middle Ages. This year’s Christkindlesmarkt will take place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 29 to December 22. Hours are Fridays from 3 PM to 8 PM and Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM to 8 PM. More Info

Get ready to experience the magic of the holidays at Safety City Christmas 2024! This FREE festive event invites families to explore a dazzling display of Christmas lights across the miniature city while enjoying a fun and safe environment. December 10th, 11th, 12th, December 17th, 18th, 19th: 4 PM – 8 PM More Info

Fountain City Christmas Parade: After a 7-year hiatus, the much-anticipated return kicks off at 9 a.m. on Saturday, December 21st, starting at Gresham Middle School. Local bands, floats, and community groups will bring holiday cheer to the streets of Fountain City.

Old Sevier Holiday Market: This festive event takes place on Sunday, December 22nd from 1pm–5pm at Hi-Wire Brewing, located at 2020 Barber Street. More Info

Thirsty Thursday: Enjoy the Winery at Seven Springs Farm with drink specials, fun activities, and cozy vibes. On Thursday, December 26th, from 6 PM to 8 PM, join us for a special winter celebration featuring bonfires, warm company, and delicious treats at 1476 TN-61 E, Maynardville. 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.

Networking:

Canine-Focused Business Networking: For local businesses serving canine clients, Wednesday, December 11th at 8:30am at Zoom Room, 10938 Spring Bluff Way. Also, coming up on Wednesday, January 8th and Friday, January 24th!

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

Weekends with Santa Paws

Capture some great Christmas pictures of your dog with Santa! Stop in anytime next weekend, December 21st-22nd, 10am-8pm at Zoom Room, located at 10938 Spring Bluff Way.

What is Tea? Class this Wednesday

Explore the World of Tea at The Kraken’s Cup Join The Kraken's Cup for an immersive "What is Tea?" class and discover the six distinct types of true tea. Sample each variety, learn what sets them apart, and leave with a favorite tea sample to enjoy at home. This class is a perfect introduction for tea enthusiasts and serves as a foundation for additional tearoom offerings.

📅 When: Wednesday, December 18th at 6:00 pm📍 Where: 4815 N Broadway, STE 107, Knoxville 🎟️ Tickets: $35 per person More Info/tickets

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Thank you for reading our articles each Saturday! We're taking a short break for Christmas but will return in 2025. See you then!

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