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The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra returns this evening with a livestream concert from the Tennessee Theatre. The concert showcases music by American masters:  Pulitzer Prize winner Caroline Shaw, the legendary “Dean of Afro-American…
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The UT Humanities Center and Union Ave Books will host a free Public Books Circle meeting today beginning at 7 pm. The topic of discussion is The Age of Phillis by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers. Public Books Circle meets online twice a month…
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The usual festivities that make up Mardi Gras -- the parades, the bead throwing, the bottomless cocktails -- aren't going to be a thing this year. Even New Orleans has cancelled its traditional celebration, though houses are getting…
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Don't bother making a trip to the bank -- or the mailbox -- today. It's Presidents' Day, and federal, state and county office are closed today. That includes Knox County schools, libraries and courts. Curiously, though, City of Knoxville…
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Hungry for an outdoor outing? Several Knox-area food trucks will be out at three local food truck parks this weekend. Be sure to check each park's schedule for a complete list. 1. CJ's Tacos Look for CJ's pan-fried tortilla tacos at…
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1. How to Garden in Gravel Join UT Gardens Director Emerita Sue Hamilton for an exploration of her newest garden endeavor -- how to grow a low maintenance garden in gravel. Learn which plants to choose, how to prepare the soil, and the…
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1. Adopt an animal at Zoo Knoxville. Give yourself or someone special the gift of the very sweet digital Bee Mine adoption this Valentine’s Day, or let your fur-ever friend know how special they are to you with our limited edition What…
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1. Design a T-shirt for Mardi Growl. Enter your original artwork by Feb. 14 at midnight. More info here. 2. Drop into Rala. Cynthia Markert is the featured artist at Rala this month. Stop in the Old City shop to admire…
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The spring semester has already begun for UT's non-credit programs, but it's not too late to get involved. Go to UTnoncredit.com for info and registration. Here are five possibilities to consider: 1. Stand-up comedy: a crash course …
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1. Take a good long walk. Even if it's cold and you have to bundle up, just being outside will help your outlook on life. Get moving! 2. Cook something lemony. Lemon is sharp and bright and fresh. It just sounds like spring.…
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