Category Archives: Events

Next Symphony season: Beethoven’s 9th and Midori!

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

World-famous violinist Midori will return to East Tennessee next season to perform with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra at the historic Tennessee Theatre. In a series of programs celebrating the KSO’s 90th year and the 10th anniversary of Music Director Aram … Continue reading →

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Mardi Growl: Dogs, music and blessings for 18th year!

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

Mardi Growl, the biggest fundraiser for Young-Williams Animal Center every year, is always fun. Over its 18-year history, I’ve been to it in the sweltering heat as well as in the cold, drizzling rain. Brrr.  But this past Saturday, the … Continue reading →

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Wendel Werner wows in West Knox

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

Delicious food and drink, brilliant and celebratory music, and warm camaraderie on a Thursday night. What a great excuse to drop a few bucks in support of the Knoxville. Symphony League which, in turn, supports the Knoxville Symphony. Noted local … Continue reading →

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Scores of women — and 2 men — get stadium peek!

Posted on February 11, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

Members of the Executive Women’s Association, which consists of the top female business leaders in town, last week got a private tour of Covenant Health Park, the new multi-use stadium in downtown Knoxville that will be home to the Knoxville … Continue reading →

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Evergreen Ball: Funds and fun for the Smoky Mountains!

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

The Evergreen Ball, which raises funds every year for the Friends of the Smokies organization, was another big success this year, selling out Cherokee Country Club’s ballroom and two overflow areas and raking in big bucks in its silent and … Continue reading →

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Popular “Artsclamation!” moving to downtown Knoxville

Posted on January 8, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

The latest Artsclamation! fundraiser benefiting Covenant Health‘s Peninsula mental health programs has come and gone. But there’s news for the next Artsclamation: It’s moving to downtown Knoxville! After a two-decade run being held most often at Sacred Heart Cathedral‘s parish … Continue reading →

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Fete salutes innovation at Mercedes — and United Way

Posted on December 19, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

What does Mercedes-Benz of Knoxville have in common with the United Way? Turns out to be a lot more than you might think. Both organizations, it seems, are using innovation to maximize their results. The two concerns recently came together … Continue reading →

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21 years of cookies means happy holidays!

Posted on December 13, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

For 21 years, a group of friends — many of them original members — have been participating in a December cookie exchange. Every year we say the cookies are the best ones ever. But — I swear! — this year … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas from the 18th century!

Posted on December 6, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

Two historic homes in downtown Knoxville held holiday open houses last night and it sure was fun — even from a 21st century perspective! James White’s Fort, at 205 E. Hill Ave., and Blount Mansion, at 200 W. Hill Ave., … Continue reading →

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Animals win as Young-Williams celebrates 20 years!

Posted on November 25, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

This was a special month for animals in our community — and their human friends — as Young-Williams Animal Center celebrated its 20th anniversary serving Knoxville and Knox County. In addition, supporters of the official animal shelter came together for … Continue reading →

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