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Issue #478
In this Knoxville Insider Issue…
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📰 Get Ready for Knoxville Cheese Week!
📰 Meet Author Stephanie Edwards at The Kraken's Cup!
🗓️ Upcoming Events
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Knoxville Book Festival 2025: A Celebration of Stories and Imagination
April 5th – 6th at Knoxville Convention Center
Calling all book lovers! The Knoxville Book Festival is back for another year of literary magic, bringing together authors, readers, and storytellers for a weekend filled with inspiration, creativity, and community.
📚 Meet Your Favorite Authors – Get books signed and hear from bestselling writers, including special guests Charlaine Harris and James Dashner.
🖊 Panels & Workshops – Engage in thought-provoking discussions on writing, publishing, and creativity.
📖 Book Marketplace – Browse a vibrant selection of books, reading accessories, and literary-themed treasures.
💬 Connect with Fellow Readers – Whether you're searching for a new book club or just want to share your love of reading, this is the perfect place to do it!
Join us for two days of books, conversation, and imagination at Knoxville's premier literary event!!More Info
🧀 Get Ready for Knoxville Cheese Week! 🧀
It’s a Wisconsin cheese takeover at this year’s Knoxville Cheese Fest! Now in its fourth year, this festival is bigger than ever, expanding into a full week of cheese-filled events from April 28 - May 4, 2025.
We’re bringing back fan-favorite events like the Cheese and Cider Pairing & Dinner and the Knoxville Cheese Fest Sampling Event—both known for selling out fast!
What’s New in 2025?
This year, we’re turning one day of cheese into a full Knoxville Cheese Week! Events will take place across multiple Knoxville locations, including our host site, The Barrelhouse, plus Sparrow Wine Bar, Lilou Brasserie, and more.
Highlights of the Week:
📍 Monday: World of Cheese (@ Sparrow Wine Bar)
📍 Tuesday: French Cheese Tasting (@ Lilou Brasserie)
📍 Wednesday: Grilled Cheese & Cider Pairing (@ Barrelhouse)
📍 Thursday: Cider & Cheese Pairing (@ Barrelhouse)
📍 Friday: Mini Golf & Cheese (@ The Greens)
📍 Saturday: Cheese & Wine (@ Sparrow Wine Bar)
📍 Sunday: Knoxville Cheese Fest (@ Barrelhouse)
Get your tickets today before they sell out! www.knoxvillecheesefest.com
Discover all upcoming events on our Community Events page
Upcoming Events:
Love a good April Fools’ Day prank? Marble City Sweets has the perfect treat for you! Marble City Sweets Bakery – 9307 Kingston Pike, Suite B
on April 1st (11 AM – 5 PM) - A one-day-only “pizzeria” pop-up featuring hyper-realistic pizza & wing cakes + cake pops! More Info
Step into a storybook world where whimsy and wonder come to life—all for a great cause! CASA of East Tennessee invites you to their Storybook Ball, an enchanting evening dedicated to helping children in need. April 4, 2025 Location: The Press Room Time: 6:00 PM More Info
The team at Zoom Room Dog Training in Hardin Valley is excited to invite you to our next Canine-Focused Business Networking Meeting on Friday, April 4 at 8:30 AM. Join us at our location: 10938 Spring Bluff Rd, Knoxville, TN 37932, for a morning of networking and collaboration with fellow pet-friendly businesses and professionals.
The Women of Lockerbie presented at St. Gregory Auditorium, Knoxville Catholic High School (9245 Fox Lonas Road). April 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 at 7:30 PM | April 5, 12, 13 at 2:30 PM Tickets & Info: Visit theater23.org
Get ready to kick up your heels—line dancing is back at RiverView Family Farm! Mark your calendars for April 5 and join Volunteer Line Dancing for a fun-filled Spring Barn Dance at one of Knoxville’s most scenic farm venues. More Info
Networking:
Veterans:
Free Veteran’s Breakfast: The United Veterans Council of East Tennessee presents 14 free breakfasts for Veterans and guests on four Saturdays, monthly, Coffee line starts at 8am, Chow line starts at 8:30am. Locations and Dates
Knoxville’s ultimate board gaming event is back for its 5th year! Fun K-Town is family game night on a whole new level, where your family includes hundreds of board game enthusiasts and you have nearly 1,000 games to choose from!
What to Expect:
🎲 A massive Game Library – check out and play from an extensive selection of board games!
🎲 The Game of the Hour – learn new games throughout the event!
🎲 A fun and friendly atmosphere – perfect for meeting new gaming friends or enjoying hours of play with family and old pals.
🎲 Three full days of board gaming fun – from classics to the latest and greatest!
💡 Don't wait to register! 2025 marks our 5th anniversary, and we expect another sellout event!
April 25 (12 PM) – April 27 (6 PM) at Knoxville Convention Center | 701 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN More Info
Meet Author Stephanie Edwards at The Kraken's Cup!
April 9, 2025 | ⏰ 11:00 AM
Join us at The Kraken's Cup as we welcome local author Stephanie Edwards for a special author event!
Stephanie's passion for storytelling began early—she landed her first newspaper column at just 13 years old. Inspired by the charm of the Lowcountry, the vast Atlantic, and a touch of the supernatural, she penned The Haunting on Palm Court: An Isle of Palms Suspense. This novel, along with its two sequels, captivated readers and claimed the No. 1 spot on Amazon’s Southern Fiction New Releases list.
Come hear Stephanie discuss her writing journey, the eerie inspiration behind her books, and what’s next in her literary world. Don't miss this chance to connect with a talented storyteller in an intimate setting! More Info
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