In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Weather | Scattered Thunderstorms with a High of 85

📰 Beaver Creek Flotilla

📰 Blasters & Burgers Grand Opening

📰 Fountain City Day in the Park – A Memorial Day Celebration

📰 Oak Ridge Community Band Memorial Day Concert

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities
 

Beaver Creek Flotilla

Get ready for a day of outdoor adventure and community spirit! Join us on Saturday, May 31st, 2025, at 9:30 AM for the Beaver Creek Flotilla, a fun-filled event celebrating one of Knox County’s most treasured natural resources—the Beaver Creek Water Trail!

Gates open bright and early at 7:00 AM, so grab your kayak, paddleboard, or canoe and prepare for a scenic float down Beaver Creek. You'll launch right behind Powell High School and enjoy a leisurely 3-hour journey to Roy Arthur Stormwater Park on Harrell Road in Karns.

Registration is just a $10 donation and includes:

• Guaranteed spot in the flotilla

• Transportation for you and your gear

• Official event T-shirt

• Official event koozie

• The satisfaction of supporting a great cause

• A day of floating fun with your Knox County neighbors

Whether you're a seasoned paddler or just looking for a unique way to enjoy the great outdoors, this event is for you!

Why Participate?

All proceeds from the Flotilla directly support the ongoing restoration and enhancement of Beaver Creek—including debris removal, creek bed cleanups, and the installation of public access docks. Your participation helps keep this natural treasure clean, accessible, and beautiful for generations to come.

Don't miss this chance to make a splash for a cause. Register now, and be a part of something that makes waves in our community! More Info

 Blasters & Burgers Grand Opening – June 13, 2025! 

Get ready, Knoxville! Blasters & Burgers, the ultimate Indoor Foam Dart Arena and Party Zone, is opening its doors on Friday, June 13th at 4:00 PM—and you're invited to join the action!

Action-Packed Battles for All Ages!

Step into a world of foam dart fun where you’re NEVER too old to play! Whether you're a kid, teen, or adult, our arena is designed to deliver thrilling, safe, and high-energy battles for everyone. Grab your gear, gather your crew, and prepare for the most adrenaline-pumping experience of the summer!

Perfect for Parties & Group Events

Planning a birthday party, team celebration, or family outing? Blasters & Burgers is the place to be. With a dedicated party zone and plenty of foam-fueled action, we guarantee smiles, laughter, and memories that last.

Grand Opening: June 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Summer Hours:
11 AM – 9 PM Sunday through Thursday
11 AM – 10 PM Friday & Saturday

Don’t miss your shot at Knoxville’s newest hot spot for fun. Blasters & Burgers is where the action begins! More Info

Discover all upcoming events on our Community Events page

Upcoming Events:

May 20, nature lovers are invited to explore Collier Preserve during a pair of guided nature walks. Led by a knowledgeable Master Gardener, these walks begin at 11 a.m. Participants should meet at the Powell Public Library, 330 W. Emory Road.

Cinderella ballet performance presented by Pursuit School of Dance on May 23 at 7 PM and May 24 at 6 PM at The Historic Grove Theater in Oak Ridge, TN. A beautiful tale told through graceful movement and stunning choreography—perfect for the whole family! More Info

Get ready for a magical night of nostalgia and family fun as Ijams Nature Center and Central Cinema kick off the Movies Under the Stars outdoor film series with the animated classic An American Tail! May 23 | Doors at 7:00 PM | Movie at dark | Ijams Nature Center Visitor Center Lawn More Info

Get ready to throw on your stars, stripes, and party spirit for an unforgettable night at the Do The Red, White, & Brew Pub Crawl on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM! Hosted at Suttree's High Gravity Tavern and stretching across downtown Knoxville, this patriotic party promises a night of contests, prizes, and all-American fun. More Info

Networking:

See Recurring Weekly & Monthly Networking Events

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

Honor Fountain City Day in the Park – A Memorial Day Celebration of Tradition and Tribute

Join the community at Fountain City Park for a day of celebration, remembrance, and hometown pride at the annual Honor Fountain City Day in the Park, a cherished Memorial Day tradition since 1975.

Hosted by Fountain City Town Hall, Inc., this free and family-friendly event offers something for everyone:

Live Entertainment

• 10:00 AM – Knoxville Pipes and Drums

• 11:00 AM – Fountain City Ramblers

• 2:00 PM – Tennessee Wind Symphony Jazz Band

Kids’ Fun & Community Booths

• Games and prizes for children

• Interactive booths from the American Red Cross, Knoxville Fire Department, and Knoxville Police Department

Vendors & Eats

• Local craft vendors and Fountain City merchandise

• Delicious eats from April’s Grill, Sweet n Sassy Catering, and SnoBiz

Ceremonies at the Gazebo

• 3:15 PM – Community Awards Ceremony
  Led by Rev. Jim Whedbee with an invocation, followed by a patriotic opening by Boy Scout Troop 55 and vocalist Jacquie Brecheen. Former Vice Mayor Nick Pavlis will present the honored guests.

• 4:00 PM – Memorial Day Ceremony
  A moving tribute featuring:

  • “Service and Sacrifice” by John Becker (WBIR Channel 10)

  • Patriotic music by Jacquie Brecheen

  • CHS ROTC Color Guard and the East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard

Bring your family, enjoy a day of community spirit, and help us pay tribute to the men and women who gave their all for our country. Let’s honor their legacy—together. More Info

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