In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Weather | Scattered Thunderstorms with a High of 93

🗓️ Experience the Rhythms of Culture at the Kuumba Festival

📰 Polish Heritage Festival!

📣 Business Spotlight: Fusion Therapy

🗓️ Ready to Ditch the Apps? Find Love Face to Face! 

📰 1st Annual Jeep Bash!

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities
 

Experience the Rhythms of Culture at the Kuumba Festival

Mark your calendars for August 1 as Downtown Market Square transforms into a vibrant celebration of African culture, heritage, and community spirit from 12 PM to 10 PM during the beloved Kuumba Festival!

The day kicks off with the colorful and flavorful Kuumba Marketplace, where food and merchandise vendors from around the world come together to share their culture and creativity. Enjoy global bites, handcrafted goods, and one-of-a-kind finds!

Throughout the day, don’t miss powerful performances by the Kuumba Watoto Dance and Drum Ensemble and Indigenous Vibes, showcasing the amazing sounds and movements of traditional West African drum and dance. Artists of all ages will captivate the crowd with their energy and passion.

Each evening wraps up with an electrifying live band performance, so bring your dancing shoes and be ready to celebrate!

Founded in 1989 by local Knoxville artists and community activists, the Kuumba Festival has grown to become the largest cultural heritage and music festival in East Tennessee, proudly celebrating African culture in the Diaspora and featuring the rich diversity of the African World Marketplace.

Don’t miss this powerful and joyful celebration of culture, community, and creativity! More Info

Celebrate Polish Culture at the Polish Heritage Festival!

Join us Friday, August 2 from 6:15–9:00 PM at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus (11 Northshore Dr) for a joyful evening of Polish tradition, music, food, and fun!

Enjoy lively performances, shop for unique Polish-themed T-shirts, and indulge in authentic Polish dishes and beer — all available for purchase. Don’t miss the crowd favorite Taste of Poland Plate for just $10!

Admission is only $1 and supports this special community event. Be sure to enter the raffle for your chance to win beautifully curated baskets filled with surprises!

We accept Venmo and cash, so it’s easy to join the festivities.

Bring your friends and family and come celebrate Polish heritage with great food, fun, and community spirit.

Dziękujemy — we can’t wait to see you there! More Info

Discover all upcoming events on our Community Events page

Upcoming Events:

The Tennessee Stage Company proudly presents the 35th Shakespeare Festival, Knoxville Shakespeare, featuring two of the Bard’s most beloved plays:

• Love’s Labour’s Lost
  July 31; August 2, 8, 10
  7:30 PM nightly; 2:00 PM indoor matinee on July 27

• Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
  August 1, 3, 7, 9
  7:30 PM nightly; 2:00 PM indoor matinee on August 3

Calling all cheese lovers, curious cooks, and DIY foodies! Get ready to roll up your sleeves, dive into some dairy, and discover the magic behind one of the world’s most beloved cheeses. The Art and Science of Making Homemade Mozzarella Cheese workshop is happening on July 31, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Maryville College Downtown Center (118 E Church Ave, Maryville)—and it’s going to be grate. More Info

Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars at Seven Islands State Birding Park as we shine a light on one of nature’s most misunderstood creatures—bats! This family-friendly program is perfect for curious minds ages 6 and up and will explore the fascinating biology, habits, and critical role bats play in Tennessee’s ecosystems. July 31st Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Meet at the Bluebird Barn Cost: $10.00 per adult | FREE for kids under 5 Pre-registration is required More Info

Networking:

See Recurring Weekly & Monthly Networking Events

Veterans:

Free Veterans’ 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

Ready to Ditch the Apps? Find Love Face to Face! 

Forget the swiping, ghosting, and endless texting—it's time to get back to real connection! Join the Find Love In July Speed Dating event, hosted by Smoky Matchmaker, and meet fun Knoxville singles aged 35-50 who are looking for love just like you! At Maple Hall on July 30 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Enjoy a fun, fast-paced evening with over 10 speed dating rounds (6+ minutes each), sweet treats, and your first drink on the house! Bonus: Pro matchmaker Ella will be there with dating tips to help you shine.

Ladies stay seated, gents rotate, and everyone gets a Date Scorecard to keep track of sparks. Matches are revealed within 24 hours—who knows what magic might happen?

Stick around after for mingling, drinks, and maybe even dinner. This isn’t just speed dating—it’s speed connecting.

Spots are limited, so grab your ticket and come mingle with fun singles! More Info

Fusion Therapy

If you’re struggling with chronic pain or limited mobility, there’s a local solution that’s bringing real relief—without surgery or daily pain meds. Meet Amanda Langell, the powerhouse behind Fusion Therapy, a mobile massage practice specializing in corrective bodywork and pain management across the Knoxville area.

Amanda's journey into specialized bodywork wasn’t just professional—it was personal. After years of physically demanding jobs and constant pain that nearly forced her into surgery, she began traveling the country to study innovative, non-invasive techniques designed to reduce pain and restore movement. From Orthopedic Massage to Neuromuscular Reprogramming and RAPID NeuroFascial Reset, she now offers a unique toolbox of therapies that deliver noticeable relief—often in just one session.

With 13 years of experience and a mission to get clients out of pain quickly, Amanda brings her healing hands straight to your home or office. Whether you’re dealing with frozen shoulder, plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel, sciatica, or the kind of “mystery pain” doctors can't pinpoint, Fusion Therapy may be the breakthrough you've been looking for.

Amanda also gives back—volunteering with the Muddy Creek Light Show in Lenoir City and helping organize the upcoming International Horseback Archery Allegiance World Championships, hosted for the first time in the U.S. this September.

Ready to feel better—fast? Reach out and see how Fusion Therapy can help you move forward without pain.

📞 Amanda Langell: (865) 409-0636
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.fusiontherapyllc.com

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