Dog Playgroups this Weekend - for Introvert and Extrovert Dogs

Issue #501

23 Apr

In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Weather | Light Rain with a High of 77

📰 Call for Video Auditions: 2025 Scruffy City Orchestra Concerto Competition

📰 Honoring Vietnam Veterans: 50th Anniversary Wreath-Laying Ceremony

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

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Dog Playgroups this Weekend - for Introvert and Extrovert Dogs

Looking for a safe and fun way to help your dog socialize? Zoom Room Hardin Valley has the perfect weekend plans for your pup with two specially curated Play Groups!

Saturday, April 26 at 4PM – Introverts' Group
Is your dog a bit shy or overwhelmed by overly energetic pups? This session is ideal for those who want to play but get nervous or prefer a more low-key environment. Let your introverted furry friend socialize at their own pace in a calm, understanding space.

Sunday, April 27 at 3PM – Extroverts' Group
Got a pup who loves everyone and can’t wait to play? This energetic playgroup is made for social butterflies who enjoy making new friends (whether other dogs are ready or not)! It’s the perfect chance to let them burn off energy and have a blast.

📍 Zoom Room Hardin Valley – 10938 Spring Bluff Way
📞 (865) 378-7200
🌐 zoomroom.com/knoxhv

Don’t miss out—these tailored sessions are a fantastic way to boost your dog’s confidence and fun!

Call for Video Auditions: 2025 Scruffy City Orchestra Concerto Competition

Scruffy City Orchestra is now accepting video audition submissions for its 2025 Concerto Competition, open to high school students and young adults up to age 25 from East Tennessee and surrounding areas. This year’s competition is specifically for woodwind, brass, and percussion players, with winners earning the opportunity to perform with the orchestra at the fall concert held at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus in Knoxville.

The submission deadline is midnight on Monday, June 2, and all entries must be submitted via video.

Now in its 10th year, the Scruffy City Orchestra continues to promote music arts throughout the region under the direction of Dr. Ace Edewards.

Discover all upcoming events on our Community Events page

Upcoming Events:

Described as “Cirque meets the Passion of Jesus,” The Thorn has moved and inspired over 1 million viewers nationwide with its dynamic storytelling and awe-inspiring artistry. From heart-pounding performances to deeply emotional moments, this is a show that will stir your soul and leave a lasting impression. April 23 at 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM at Knoxville Civic Auditorium More Info

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! April 25 (12 PM) – April 27 (6 PM) at Knoxville Convention Center | 701 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN More Info

Get ready for a "purrfect" night of music and community spirit as Happy Paws Kitten Rescue brings back their annual fundraising concert—LollaPAWlooza: Mewsic to the Rescue! April 26 | 6 PM | The Open Chord 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

Outlandish Adventure Festival with Music, Movement & Outdoor Magic

Get ready, Knoxville—the Outlandish Adventure Festival is back and bigger than ever! On May 2–3, 2025, Ijams Nature Center and Mead’s Quarry will come alive with a thrilling mix of live music, outdoor adventure, and community fun—all set against the stunning backdrop of Knoxville’s great outdoors.

Music That Moves You
This year’s festival offers a full lineup of local and regional talent across two natural stages. From the upbeat energy of School of Rock to the genre-bending vibes of Good Guy Collective, the soulful soundscapes of Day and Age, and the headlining Appalachian outlaw flair of FERD, there’s a sound for every listener. Expect a fusion of funk, indie, rock, punk, and percussion—echoing through the woods and over the water.

Adventure Awaits
The festival isn’t just about music—it’s a celebration of outdoor life in East Tennessee. Watch high-flying stunts like slacklining over the quarry, bike whip-offs, and fire dancing. Try your hand at kayaking, paddleboard yoga, trail running, hiking, and bird watching. Explore vendor tents filled with local makers and outdoor brands, or just relax in nature's groove.


Free Admission  More Info

Whether you're there for the music, the adventure, or the community spirit, Outlandish Adventure Festival promises two days of unforgettable outdoor excitement. Don’t miss it!

Honoring Vietnam Veterans: 50th Anniversary Wreath-Laying Ceremony

On Thursday, April 24 at 3:00 PM, a special wreath-laying ceremony will take place at the Vietnam War Monument at the East Tennessee Veterans Memorial in World’s Fair Park, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.

This solemn tribute is part of a nationwide remembrance, with simultaneous ceremonies being held at locations across the country, including the Vietnam Veterans Memorial (“The Wall”) in Washington, D.C.

The ceremony in Knoxville will include remarks from Rev. Pat Polis, immediate Past-President of the Captain Bill Robinson Chapter 1078 of Vietnam Veterans of America.

The public is encouraged to attend this moment of honor and reflection as we remember the service and sacrifice of Vietnam veterans.

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