Calendar of Events
Saturday, September 30, 2023
Tennessee Mountain Writers: Writing Compelling Nonfiction
Category: Classes, workshops and Literature, spoken word, writing
Terry Shaw, a cofounder of Howling Hills Publishing, will lead the Tennessee Mountain Writers’ 2023 Fall Workshop, “Writing Compelling Nonfiction,” on Saturday, September 30 at the Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church, 809 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN.
The workshop will cover the elements of a good story; pitching and getting published; gathering information; shaping your story; and editing your work. Workshop attendees should send a short writing sample (750 words or less) for critique during the workshop to terry@howlinghillspublishing.com.
Terry Shaw has worked as a newspaper reporter and columnist, a copywriter and publicist, a freelance book editor, and the content manager for a Fortune 500 company. He serves on the board of the Tennessee Mountain Writers and is a past president of the Knoxville Writers’ Guild. The workshop will run from 9:00 – 3:00 EDT with a break for lunch, which is included and will be delivered. Meal options available after registration. Coffee, tea, soft drinks, and snacks before the morning session are included. Registration fee is $85.00. Participants will be limited to 20. Registration Deadline is September 23. For a registration form or additional information, see the Tennessee Mountain Writers web site, www.tmwi.org, or contact Sue Weaver Dunlap at sawdunlap@gmail.com
Tennessee Mountain Writers is a non-profit, non-political organization that promotes Tennessee literary arts and supports the work of Tennessee writers. This project is funded in part under an agreement with the Tennessee Arts Commission.
The Bottom: Tiny Bookshop Concert with Kami Astro
Category: Literature, spoken word, writing and Music
Grab a friend on Saturday 9/30 & join us for an evening of tea, music, and conversation. Kami Astro is a recording engineer, producer, and musician. Astro wants to champion cross-genre music, and to create a safe, inclusive space that welcomes all artists, regardless of race, creed, nationality, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Tiny Bookshop Concerts are a series of live performances showcasing local talent in an intimately empowering environment, think Tiny Desk Concert but with even more vibes & tea time.
https://www.thebottomknox.com/events-1/tiny-bookshop-concert-an-evening-with-kami-astro
Sep 30, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917
Friends of the Library Fall Used Book Sale
Category: Free event, Fundraisers, Kids, family and Literature, spoken word, writing
September 28-30
Central United Methodist Church, 201 3rd Avenue
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28: Members Preview Day**, 3:00–7:00 pm
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29: Open to the public, 10:00 am–5:00 pm
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30: Open to the public, 10:00 am–5:00 pm, with pop-up specials starting at 1:00 pm
**A current 2023 Friends of the Knox County Public Library membership is required to shop during Members Preview Day. Join or renew now at www.knoxfriends.org or at the door. Memberships start at $20.
Most items are $2 or less.
The sale is sponsored by Central United Methodist Church, Knox County Public Library, Knoxville News Sentinel, Perk City Coffee House, Magpie's Bakery, Three Rivers Market, Real Good Kitchen, and WATE 6 On Your Side.
https://www.knoxfriends.org/book-sales/
