Tag Archives: David Butler

Celebrating an old building and a slightly younger man!

Posted on January 30, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

There were so many reasons to celebrate that we just HAD to have a little drop-in party last Friday to raise a glass. Here are some of them: My new office building, the beautiful, historic Arcade Building on Gay Street … Continue reading →

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‘Cause for Paws:’ big fun for people and animals

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Cynthia Moxley

Young-Williams Animal Center wowed again this year with its 9th annual Cause for Paws fundraiser, held at the beautiful Knoxville Museum of Art. What makes this dinner and auction stand out from the rest is the presence of the adoptable … Continue reading →

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Big fun and big changes at Knoxville Botanical Garden

Posted on November 16, 2023 by Cynthia Moxley

I don’t know what it is about a garden, but parties in them always seem to be fun! It’s almost like you can’t NOT have a good time when you are gathered for food, drink, and camaraderie in a beautiful … Continue reading →

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KMA celebrates re-opening of its signature collection — and a $3 million gift from Ann and Steve Bailey

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Cynthia Moxley

Supporters of the Knoxville Museum of Art gathered last week to celebrate the re-opening of the museum’s signature “Higher Ground” exhibition which showcases art and artists with connections to East Tennessee. But they also were delighted with an unexpected announcement. … Continue reading →

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Butler honored by Knoxville Museum of Art: ‘He helped us conquer our innate inferiority complex!’

Posted on October 12, 2023 by Cynthia Moxley

David Butler and his husband, Ted Smith, were honored recently at the 25th annual James L. Clayton Award Luncheon at the Knoxville Museum of Art. The Clayton Award is presented annually to the individual, family or institution whose support of … Continue reading →

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‘Drink Up the Moon’ — and feel free to snooze

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Cynthia Moxley

If you go see artist Jane Cassidy’s two installations at the Knoxville Museum of Art — and you really should! — and you happen to fall asleep, she will consider her art to have been a success! Cassidy, from Galway, … Continue reading →

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Museum supporters celebrate vibrant upcoming year

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Cynthia Moxley

Members of the Knoxville Museum of Art’s Collectors Circle gathered last week for an evening of art and conversation to kick off the group’s new year of activities. Held at the lovely Lyons View Pike home of Dorothy and Caesar … Continue reading →

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Sweet solstice supper is gentle slide into summer

Posted on June 28, 2023 by Cynthia Moxley

“Why go to Stonehenge when you can experience the Solstice amid the old stones at the Botanical Gardens?” the invitation queried. “Why, indeed?” we asked ourselves. One other instruction on the invite: As part of the fun, we encourage guests … Continue reading →

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Artsy party announces Yo-Yo Ma appearance

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Cynthia Moxley

If you were looking for anyone from Knoxville’s arts and culture crowd last night, chances are they were at The Mill & Mine music hall. That’s where Ashley Capps and his colleagues from the Big Ears Festival were making a … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2022: unexpectedly spectacular!

Posted on December 28, 2022 by Cynthia Moxley

We celebrated “The Carmichael Christmas” a week early this year when 15 members of Alan’s family came to Knoxville from Kentucky, North Carolina and Tennessee. My family decided to get together on Easter instead of Christmas. So, Alan and I … Continue reading →

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