Calendar of Events

October 24-25:
The 40th Annual Mountain Makins Festival at historic Rose Center in Morristown is a weekend folk life festival. The festival honors the rich traditions of the past, and supports modern interpretations of those traditions. More than just a fine art and craft show, visitors to the family-friendly event enjoy two stages of mountain music, storytelling, prize-winning dancers, regional authors, children’s activities, and abundant good food. One special feature is the live demonstration of traditional crafts such as blacksmithing, basket making, wood turning and more.
Preview Party on Friday evening (10/23) features live entertainment, gourmet food and advance purchase of the crafts. Four time “Top 20 Event in the Southeast.”

Rose Center is located at 442 W. Second N. Street in Morristown, TN. Contact: 423-581-4330; beccy@rosecenter.org; rosecenter.org; facebook.com/mountainmakinsfestival.

Trick or treat at the UT Gardens while learning about Halloween and creepy crawlies.
Saturday, October 24, 1:00-3:00PM.
Cost. $6/child.
UT Gardens, Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996. Information: 865-974-7151, http://utgardens.tennessee.edu

Join KBGA for Fall Into Fun, an outdoor event for the entire family! Located at KBGA’s new Welcome Center, 2817 Boyd’s Bridge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914.

Activities will include: Scarecrow making, Bird feeder making, Pumpkin decorating, Garden tours. Light refreshments will also be available.

Admission: KBGA Members— $15 per family, Non-Members— $20 per family. Information: 865-862-8717, www.knoxgarden.org

Will there ever be a better way to spend an evening than by enjoying the flawless combination of horror, comedy, and theater that is the cult classic – The Rocky Horror Picture Show ?! We didn’t think so, but especially not when it’s playing at the Tennessee Theatre, giving you the chance to see the spectacular flick with tons of other dedicated fans!

Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information/tickets: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com

The 4th and Gill Neighborhood of downtown Knoxville is known for beautiful homes and creative people. To capitalize on and celebrate these treasures, ARToberfest was established in 2015. The event serves as a fundraiser for the 4th and Gill Neighborhood with the goal of making the Historic 4th and Gill Neighborhood the historic art neighborhood. Of the profits, 40% goes to public art, 40% for neighborhood maintenance and beautification, 10% to ARTreach (a non-profit that provides creative opportunities to youth), and 10% to the neighborhood with the greatest attendance. ARToberfest is an ever expanding event for the whole family. Entertainment includes: art vendors, live music, puppet performance, dance, art bikes, and geocaching. The UTK vs. Alabama football will be shown on the big screen. Brats are the standard fare – both meat and vegetarian. Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options by Crafty Bastard will be served. ARToberfest 2015 will be held on Morgan Street between Third and Gratz near the Central United Methodist Church. Tickets are $10 and kids 12 and under are free. Advanced ticket sales will begin on October 1. An advanced ticket comes with a free beverage. Come join the fun!
www.artoberfestknox.com

SPOOKY TALES! Ghosties, Ghoulies, and things that go bump in the night! Smoky Mountain Storytellers perform tales for the whole family at Sweet Fanny Adams Theater (Light #3), 461 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Parking across the street or park free at Gatlinburg Visitors Center and take the Trolley. Suggested donations, $7 at door, $5 for seniors, students and groups.

www.gatlinburg.com or www.smokymountaintellers.com, or call 865-429-1783.

ANTIQUE & VINTAGE GOODS • LOCAL ARTISANS • SHABBY CHIC TREASURES
Fabulous Hand Picked, Local Vendors. Only Antiques & Handmade Work, including Up Cycled & Repurposed Items. Door Prizes from Some of the Vendors, with a Winner Drawn Every 1/2 Hour (You Must be Present to Win)! Bring Children’s Books to Donate to the Friends of Tennessee’s Babies with Special Needs! FREE ADMISSION! https://www.facebook.com/events/155265508149399/

At Elizabeth Claire's, 364 Market St, Clinton, Tennessee 37716. TheTravelingBazaar.WordPress.com and FaceBook.com/The.Traveling.Bazaar

Marble Springs is proud to partner with the Tennessee War of 1812 Bicentennial Commission to host a War of 1812 commemoration. This event is a continuation of the commemoration of the 200th Anniversary of John Sevier's death and the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. Not only was Sevier an early hero of Tennessee history, and the first governor of the state, but he also served as a War Hawk in Congress and chaired the House Committee on Military Affairs throughout the War of 1812. Encampments will be open for viewing, lawn bowling, military drills, musket firings, popular music of the era, lectures relating to Sevier’s role during the war, and a scheduled guided tour of the buildings will be available. Details are subject to change.

Admission is a $3 suggested donation.

Marble Springs: 1220 West Gov. John Sevier Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920. Information: 865-573-5508, www.marblesprings.net

Saturday, October 24, celebrate Halloween a week early with the Knoxville Swing Dance Association at our Masquerade Ball! As part of it's monthly dance series, the KSDA presents the Moonshine Rhythm Club from Nashville, TN, a gypsy jazz/American swing band, who will be swinging it for us all night!
7:15 - 8:00 pm Beginner Drop In Lesson (free with admission)
8:00 - 11:00 pm Live music with the Moonshine Rhythm Club
https://www.facebook.com/moonshinerhythmclub
Purchase a ticket at any KSDA dance!

More information: http://klx.swingknoxville.org/ https://www.facebook.com/events/1657718841163752/ swingdanceknoxville@gmail.com 865-224-6830

School of Rock (www.schoolofrock.com) is opening its newest Tennessee location in Knoxville and wants to share with you what they’re doing to help mold the next generation of rock stars! To celebrate the new school, a grand opening will take place and include multiple live musical performances, a rock n’ rock hairstyle booth, free trial lessons and for the more curious guests, there will be a one-of-a-kind “musical petting zoo”— perfect for those who want to get an up close and personal interaction with cutting edge instruments.

At 101 Sherlake Lane, Knoxville: www.schoolofrock.com

The Tennessee Theatre will have a FREE open house that's perfect for kids of all ages. Watch FREE classic Looney Tunes, enjoy organ music on the Mighty Wurlitzer and take self-guided backstage tours. For one day, experience the Tennessee Theatre as kids of the 1930s to 60s did during the popular daytime children's programming. Children age 12 and under are welcome to wear Halloween costumes that are family-friendly and not scary. Toy weapons will not be permitted.

Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information/tickets: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com

By Fredrick Knott. Tony Wendice has married his wife, Margot, for her money and now plans to murder her for the same reason. He arranges the perfect murder. Unfortunately…the murderer gets murdered and the victim survives!

This exciting melodrama had a highly successful run on Broadway and the road.

"…original and remarkably good theatre—quiet in style but tingling with excitement underneath."
—NY Times
"It's a holiday for the whodunit fans, and, as such, it couldn't be more welcome."
—NY Herald-Tribune

Showtimes: Thu/Fri/Sat @ 8:00 pm and Sun @ 3:00 pm

Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 319 North Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information & tickets: 865-544-1999, www.theatreknoxville.com