Meet Zakai Zeigler at Food City!

Issue #431

12 Feb

In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Weather | Rain with a High of 53

📰 The Picky Chick Consignment Sale is Back!

📰 Volunteers Needed for Ijams River Rescue on March 8

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities
 

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Meet Zakai Zeigler at Food City!

Join us at Food City on Morrell Road for an exciting opportunity to meet Zakai Zeigler from the University of Tennessee Men's Basketball team! Thanks to our friends at Powerade, Zakai will be making a special appearance on February 19th at 3:30 PM.

Come by to say hi, snap a picture, and enjoy the moment with one of your favorite players. Plus, the first 100 attendees will receive an autographed photo from Zakai himself!

Don't miss this chance to connect with a Tennessee basketball star. We can't wait to see you there! More Info

 

The Picky Chick Consignment Sale is Back!

Get ready for the ultimate Spring/Summer shopping experience at The Picky Chick Consignment Sale! From February 20th-22nd, the sale is officially open to the public with free admission and free parking.

Stock up on everything you need for your children, from newborns to juniors/young men’s clothing sizes. You’ll find a huge selection of toys, shoes, books, outdoor toys, sports equipment, children’s furniture, baby items, and more at unbeatable prices!

Pro Tip: Bring shopping bags, totes, or even a wagon to carry all your amazing finds!

Don’t miss out on this incredible sale at the Knoxville Expo Center. Check out our website for more details: www.thepickychick.com

See you there for the best deals on kids’ essentials!

Find 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.

Find recurring events on our Community Events page.

Community:

Join us for an exclusive evening at Peter Kern Library as we explore the craft of fine spirits with Forbidden Bourbon. This two-hour distillery tasting experience is perfect for bourbon enthusiasts and cocktail lovers looking to expand their knowledge while enjoying expertly crafted drinks. February 12
6:00 - 8:00 PM More Info.

AVCs of Blueberries Seminar February 13 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
UT Extension Eastern Region Office, 1801 Downtown West Blvd.
Join Master Gardener Marsha Lehman as she covers key topics like soil pH, blueberry varieties, and plant care.

Single Mingle- Join us on February 13, 2025, at 5:00 PM at Fountain City Social – 80s Cocktail Bar for an exciting evening of connection and conversation. More Info

Celebrate love and creativity this Valentine’s Day with a special flash tattoo event at Idle Hands Tattoo in Knoxville. Whether you're looking for a heart-themed design, a whimsical illustration, or a unique way to mark the occasion, our talented artists will be ready to bring your vision to life in a fun and festive atmosphere. Idle Hands Tattoo (1204 Kenesaw Ave, Suite D) February 14, Walk-ins only from 12 PM – 8 PM (First come, first serve) More Info

Prepare to slow down and take it all in—unless you scare easily, in which case, you might want to run—as Paranormal Cirque welcomes you into a dark and mysterious world like no other! From February 14-17, 2025, experience the thrill under the black and red big-top tent at West Town Mall. More Info

On February 14 from 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM, immerse yourself in The Dark Market: The Curations of Eros, featuring over 35 talented artists, makers, and curators from across the Southeast. Explore a world of mystics, oddities, apothecary, herbology, alchemy, curiosities, tarot readings, and more. More Info

Networking:

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

Discover Your Fate with the Frightonium Oracle

This Valentine’s Day, dare to uncover the mysteries of your heart at Tremble Industries’ latest innovation in predictive science: the Frightonium Oracle.

Step into a realm where cutting-edge technology meets ancient mysticism. The Frightonium Oracle fuses tarot, crystal gazing, and palmistry with the enigmatic properties of Frightonium to reveal your romantic destiny. Will love bloom, or will the shadows of fate take an unexpected turn? One thing is certain—your heart will be left racing, whether from passion or fear.

Are you brave enough to face the truth? Join us for an unforgettable evening of suspense, romance, and the unknown.

Location: Tremble Industries
Time: February 14th & 15th, 7PM - 9PM
Admission: Free, but space is limited. Secure your spot now!

Prepare for an experience that will leave you breathless—one way or another… More Info

Volunteers Needed for Ijams River Rescue on March 8

Volunteer and make your community a cleaner, healthier place to live, work, and play during the 36th annual Ijams River Rescue on Saturday, March 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. A severe weather date is set for Saturday, March 15.

Ijams Nature Center’s annual cleanup event brings together hundreds of individuals, families, Scout troops, businesses, and church groups to remove tons of trash and tires from sites along the Tennessee River, creeks, and streams. Sites are typically located in Knox, Anderson, and Blount counties.

Last year’s 390 volunteers removed an estimated 10.48 tons of trash, 46 tires, large household appliances, and car parts from 31 sites along area waterways.

Potential volunteers can learn more and sign up for a cleanup site at Ijams.org/ijams-river-rescue. Slots fill on a first-come, first-served basis, and typically book quickly. The deadline to register is March 1, or until all slots have been filled.

Site captains will be stationed at each site. Bags, gloves, and other supplies will be provided.

Volunteers will receive a free t-shirt featuring a chubby-cheeked chipmunk designed by Stephen Lyn Bales.

The 36th annual Ijams River Rescue is made possible by City of Knoxville Stormwater Engineering, Dow, First Horizon Bank, Brunswick Boat Group, Borderland Tees, Vulcan Materials Company, Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union, Old Sevier District, Tailwater Properties, and Tennessee Valley Authority, with support from CAC AmeriCorps and Water Quality Forum.

Ijams Nature Center is a 318-acre nonprofit educational center in the heart of Knoxville and serves visitors of all ages, stages, and abilities. Its mission is to encourage stewardship of the natural world by providing an urban greenspace for people to learn about and enjoy the outdoors through engaging experiences. Ijams features 14 miles of hiking and mixed-use trails, a public access river dock, swimming, boating, biking, and so much more. Hundreds of world-class educational programs and events are coordinated and offered annually. Ijams’ grounds and trails are open every day from 8:00 AM until dusk. For more information, visit Ijams.org or call 865-577-4717.

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