In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Weather | Light Rain with a High of 83

📰 Father’s Day Refresh & Relax at Alchemy

📰 Celebrate Independence Day in Farragut!

📰 Garden Buzz: Pollinator Celebration at UT Gardens

📰 Marble City Opera’s Pint Sized Opera

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities
 

Father’s Day Refresh & Relax at Alchemy

Treat the dad in your life to the ultimate indulgence this Father’s Day with a night of relaxation, luxury, and style at Alchemy Cigar & Lounge on June 16 from 6–8pm.

Hosted in collaboration with Aesthetics by Samantha, this exclusive event offers a unique blend of pampering and sophistication for just $75 per guest, which includes:

A “Quick Fix” facial with licensed skincare expert Samantha, featuring:

• A deep cleanse

• Sculpting massage using advanced techniques

• Cryo refresh treatment to invigorate and revitalize tired skin

A hand-crafted Old Fashioned cocktail to sip while you unwind
A premium cigar to complete the experience

With over 13 years of expertise, Samantha brings cutting-edge skincare and therapeutic massage together for a truly rejuvenating session.

 Only 8 spots available – this intimate gathering ensures personalized attention and a serene atmosphere, so be sure to reserve early!

Give Dad the gift of relaxation and class—Reserve your spot now and help him look and feel his best! More Info

Celebrate Independence Day in Farragut!
July 4 | Parade begins at 9:30 AM

Get ready for a star-spangled morning of fun, patriotism, and community spirit as Farragut kicks off Independence Day with its annual Fourth of July Parade!

Where to Watch:
Find the perfect viewing spot along Kingston Pike between Lendon Welch Way and Boring Road to enjoy all the parade magic—complete with marching bands, festive floats, and plenty of red, white, and blue.

Don’t Miss the Visit Farragut Hospitality Tent!
Be sure to stop by our tent next to the historic Campbell Station Inn for fun festive giveaways, including limited-edition event pins and commemorative cups—available while supplies last!

Pro Tips:
Come early, bring your chairs, and settle in for one of Farragut’s most beloved traditions. Let’s make this Fourth of July a day to remember!

See you there for a morning full of hometown pride and patriotic joy!

Discover all upcoming events on our Community Events page

Upcoming Events:

On Tuesday, June 17th at 11 a.m. master gardeners will lead tours of Collier Preserve, a native plant garden and birding area. The guided nature walks will be one hour and are free. Meet at the Powell Branch Library next to Collier Preserve, which is located at 316 W. Emory Road. More Info

Master gardener Cid Letsinger will answer garden and plant questions at the Norwood Branch Library on Saturday, June 21st from 10 a.m. - noon. The library is located at 1110 Merchant Dr. Other master gardeners will be at community farmer’s markets in June, including those at Dixie Lee at Renaissance, Ebenezer Road, Tellico Village, New Harvest Park and Market Square. 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

Garden Buzz: Pollinator Celebration at UT Gardens

Celebrate National Pollinator Week with an evening dedicated to the buzzing heroes of our ecosystem! 🐝🌼

Join the University of Tennessee’s Bee Campus Committee, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and other local environmental conservation groups for the Garden Buzz Pollinator Celebration on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 5:30–7:00 PM at the UT Gardens, Knoxville (McIlwaine Friendship Pavilion, 2506 Jacob Drive).

This free, family-friendly event will include:
 Educational booths from local conservation organizations
A guided garden tour showcasing pollinator-friendly plants
 Free perennial flowering plants (while supplies last!)

Whether you’re a garden enthusiast, pollinator advocate, or just looking for a fun and informative way to spend your evening, this event is a sweet spot for learning and connecting with nature.

Let’s create buzz for pollinators and protect their habitats—one garden at a time! More Info

Marble City Opera’s Pint Sized Opera

Join Marble City Opera for an unforgettable night of music, mingling, and celebration at Boyd’s Jig & Reel in Knoxville’s Old City on Monday, June 16, 2025, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

This special Pint Sized Opera event will celebrate the close of Marble City Opera’s 2024-2025 season and offer a sneak peek into what’s ahead. Known for bringing opera into fun, unexpected spaces, this evening promises casual charm and world-class performances.

Tickets are just $10 and include:

• Access to the full performance

• A delicious buffet of heavy hors d'oeuvres

• A cash bar for your beverage of choice

Throughout the evening, enjoy mingling with guests and artists while vocalists deliver short sets of beloved arias and showtunes every 20 minutes—a perfect blend of opera and community in a relaxed pub atmosphere.

Reserve your seat now at: MarbleCityOpera.com/tickets

Don’t miss this unique celebration of opera, food, and friendship—cheers to another amazing season!

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