Category Archives: Knoxville

Something peachy and piggy at Cottonwood

Posted on July 10, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

In North Knoxville is a beautiful historic home called Cottonwood. Built between 1894 and 1897 by botanist Nathan Wesley Hale and his wife, Laura Adelaide Sebastian, it sat at the time on 300 acres that the Hales dedicated to the … Continue reading →

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Symphony League delivers a little taste of Austria

Posted on July 2, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

Sometimes, when you purchase one of the “Elegant Dining” events from the Knoxville Symphony League, you can be transported to another country — without passing the Knox County line! These ladies are well-traveled. And they love sharing their international experiences … Continue reading →

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Kellie Harper receives rousing welcome at reception

Posted on June 26, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

Even though it’s not football or basketball time in Tennessee, local stores may have noticed a run on orange clothing and accessories recently. That’s because five area companies banded together to host a community welcome reception for new Lady Vols … Continue reading →

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Dr. Waters remembered in a way he would have loved

Posted on June 24, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

Four hundred folks spent this past Saturday night at the Knoxville Museum of Art honoring the memory of Dr. W. Bedford Waters, a medical pioneer in the field of urology, a supporter of the local arts scene, a world traveler … Continue reading →

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Symphony League’s ShowHouse: a downtown stunner

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

If you want to see the latest in downtown living, now’s your chance. The Knoxville Symphony League opened its 2019 Designer ShowHouse last week at Regas Square, and you can get a peek into the very latest in home design … Continue reading →

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Exceptional eating at Eugenia’s extraordinary house

Posted on June 14, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

If there are two kinds of events we love to attend, it is these: the wonderful Summer Suppers to support Knox Heritage and the fascinating Trust Fall dinners whereby you put yourself totally at the discretion of a local chef … Continue reading →

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Marriott opens two new hotels in downtown Knox

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

A festive ribbon-cutting and reception last week celebrated the opening of the new Courtyard and Residence Inn Knoxville Downtown on the site of the former News-Sentinel building. The unique property features rooms and amenities to fit every type of visitor … Continue reading →

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No auction, no speeches = best fundraiser ever!

Posted on May 16, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

  I know folks at our local and beloved nonprofits work really hard to put together great silent and live auctions for their events. And I know they work really hard on the remarks they want to make. I appreciate … Continue reading →

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Table for 200, please!

Posted on May 7, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

Credit where credit is due: That headline actually is a comment that someone named Amber Crouse posted to Facebook on a picture from the Long Table Dinner, which is what this blog post is about. But it is so appropriate, … Continue reading →

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Oompa Loompas, cats and blue men! What a season!

Posted on May 1, 2019 by Cynthia Moxley

The Tennessee Theatre unveiled next year’s season of Broadway musical offerings on Monday with a preview and reception on the stage of the historic venue. More than 200 people attended to nosh on appetizers, enjoy a beverage and hear two … Continue reading →

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