January
Tuesday, Jan 21st
Tennessee Artist’s Association
Tennessee Artist’s Association will hold its regular monthly meeting starting at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 21, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6500 Northshore Dr. in Knoxville. This meeting is free and open to anyone interested in the arts in East Tennessee. Refreshments will be served.
January’s program will feature W. James Taylor, a well-known area musician and artist who works in a variety of media. You can find more about W. James Taylor’s work and life at www.genevagalleries.com.
Wednesday, Jan 22nd
Indoor Drive-In Movie
Indoor Drive-In Movie runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 22, in Farragut Community Center, 239 Jamestowne Blvd. Cost is $5 per child ages 3-10. Create your own cardboard car and enjoy a family-friendly movie. All supplies will be provided and pizza and popcorn will be served. Only register children who will be attending; adults are free. For more information, visit townoffarragut.org
Sunday, Jan 26th
St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church January Gift of the Month
St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sugarwood Dr. in Farragut, once again will give Farragut citizens the opportunity to help those in need in Knox County on a monthly basis.
From 1 to 2 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 26, the church “is collecting non-food items for people who use the FISH Food Pantries,” a SEEC press release stated. Items in need are shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, soap and disinfectant wipes.
“Begun in 1986 to alleviate hunger, FISH provides food to about 21,000 people every month,” the release further stated. “In addition to resolving the basic need of food, many people need help with non-food items.
“You don’t even have to get out of your car; just pull up and someone will come out to get your donations.”
In addition, “We are also taking donations for the five Knoxville warming centers (that) provide a warm place to stay for those who need it when the temperatures drop below 25 degrees,” the release stated. “Needed are new or gently used blankets and pillows as well as protein bars, ChapStick and hand warmers.”
February
Thursday, Feb 6th
Mario Kart Tournament
Mario Kart Tournament is from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 6, in Farragut Community Center, 239 Jamestowne Blvd. Cost is $5 per child, ages 9-12.
Come and test your skills at an evening of tournament play on Nintendo Switches. Everyone will get the chance to play multiple rounds. Register by visiting townoffarragut.org
Sunday, Feb 9th
2025 Evelyn Miller Young Pianist Series will present Parnian Rezaei
A concert at Natalie Haslam Music Center/University of Tennessee College of Music, 1741 Volunteer Blvd., begins at 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 9.
The first concert of the 2025 Evelyn Miller Young Pianist Series will present Parnian Rezaei. Rezaei, an Iranian pianist, will present a concert inspired by William Blake’s “Songs of Innocence and Experience.: In the first half, journey through the elegance of the French Baroque to the lyricism of the 19th century with works by Debussy, Clara Schumann, Schubert, etc.
The second half dives into 20th-century innovation, with pieces by Cowell, Crumb, Fazıl Say and more, exploring extended techniques and prepared piano.
Currently pursuing an artist certificate under Dr. Chih-Long Hu at UT-Knoxville, Parnian has performed across Iran, the United States, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands and Northern Ireland. In addition to her solo work, she is a sought-after collaborative pianist and dedicated piano instructor.
Tickets, to be purchased at the door Feb. 9, are $25 for adults. Students are free of charge. For more information, visit www.youngpianistseries.com
Wednesday, Feb 12th
Free Legal Advice Clinic for veterans
Knoxville Bar Association and Legal Aid of East Tennessee are offering an in-person Free Legal Advice Clinic for veterans from noon to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 12, in Knox County Public Defender’s Community Law Office, 1101 Liberty St. in Knoxville.
Veterans who are not able to attend the clinic in person are encouraged to continue to use the telephone clinic option. Pre-registration is required for telephone clinic and veterans are asked to call Legal Aid of East Tennessee at 865-637-0484 to pre-register.
This is a general advice clinic with a wide variety of legal issues, including family law, landlord/tenant, bankruptcy, criminal defense, consumer protection, contract disputes, child support and personal injury.
Clients can expect legal advice, but no wills are drafted at this clinic nor legal work performed. In 2025, the clinics are held every other month: also April 9, June 11, Aug. 13, Oct. 8 and Dec. 10.
Friday, Feb 14th
Parents’ Night Out
Parents’ Night Out runs from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 14, in Farragut Community Center, 239 Jamestowne Blvd.
Enjoy a night out while your children spend the evening in the Community Center. This event will feature pizza, crafts and lots of games. Register by visiting townoffarragut.org.
Sunday, Feb 16th
Amadeus Concert Ensemble Winter Season
Amadeus Concert Ensemble announces its Winter Season of free concerts as part of the Cathedral Concert Series at Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, 711 S. Northshore Drive in Knoxville.
“The Lighter Side of Beethoven” begins at 4:30 p.m., Feb. 16, featuring vocal surprises including the composer’s Tyrolean songs, “Auld Lang Syne” and “God Save the King.”
The program also presents rarely heard selections from Beethoven’s cantatas, concert scenes, Knight’s Ballet and his unfinished opera Vestas Feuer. Metropolitan Opera bass Nathan Stark and soprano Mary-Hollis Hundley will make their ACE and Knoxville debuts.
Knoxville artist soprano Jacqueline Brecheen and tenor John Overholt fill out the quartet of soloists.
Maestro Brian Salesky returns to the ACE podium to conduct this unique program, which includes the participation of Knoxville Symphony Youth Choir in its second collaboration with ACE.
March
Saturday, Mar 1st
Shamrock Ball
Shamrock Ball again features two sessions: from 3 to 5 p.m., and from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Mar. 1, in Farragut Community Center, 239 Jamestowne Blvd. Cost is $30 per couple and $5 per additional family member.
This annual father/daughter dance is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Greater West Knox and benefits two local nonprofits.
The evening includes dancing, snacks, crafts and photos. All family members are welcome to attend.
Registration begins Wednesday, Jan. 8.
