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November 1-19, 2007
December 2 Distribution Day
Coats for the Cold Campaign
Donate your extra or unused coats at any Goody's or Prestige Cleaners location. Distribution is Saturday, December 2 at Knox Area Rescue Ministries. As the temperatures fall, it becomes even more important not to forget those in our community who are homeless or needy. Each year WIVK collects thousands of coats to provide to the poor and homeless men, women, and children in our community. Let’s ensure that those who are homeless or have fallen on hard times will have a warm winter coat.
Drop Off Location: All Goody's stores
November 30 - December 22
A Christmas Carol
University of Tennessee, Clarence Brown Theatre. Dickens' tale about the redemption that can come to those whose hearts are hard is back in a new adaptation.
www.clarencebrowntheatre.com
November 21-25
The Fantasy of Trees at the Knoxville
Convention Center has been a holiday tradition in East Tennessee since 1985. The Fantasy of Trees 2007 will showcase a theme of "Holiday Cheer Down South" highlighted with decorations and designs that celebrate the many traditions found throughout the Southern States during the holiday season -- from a traditional country Christmas and a Big Orange "Vol-iday" in East Tennessee to merry magnolias and mountains, sand and Santa, jingle bells and jazz, and big city shopping sparkle. In addition, new children's activities and shops will also reflect this year's festive theme. Wander through a magical forest of more than 300 beautifully decorated trees, holiday accessories, room scenes, fireplace mantels, swags, door designs, table centerpieces, topiaries, birdhouses and "Adopt-a-trees" decorated by local school children. The Gingerbread Village village features houses deliciously constructed and decorated by area bakers, chefs and school children. All proceeds from the Fantasy of Trees benefit Children’s Hospital.
www.etch.com
November 23
Celebration of Lights
City of Knoxville, along Gay Street, Krutch Park; 6:00 p.m.
Lighting of 38 foot tall tree, entertainment, children’s activities, refreshments and Santa Claus too!
Krutch Park resembles a winter wonderland with thousands of white lights glistening from the trees. Local bands and choruses will provide entertainment; WDVX will be bringing the Holiday Ho-Ho-Hoedown to the Market Square Stage, the Cherryholmes and Logan Murrell will perform. Seven time winner of the County Music Association station of the year, WIVK, will be providing up and coming talent to lead the crowd in Christmas Carols. Also, Holidays on Ice, Knoxville's only outdoor ice skating rink, returns for its third year. You will enjoy walking around the "Christmas Market" where local crafters come together with the Market Square merchants to assist in your holiday shopping. Horse-drawn carriage rides are always a treat and you can keep warm at the fire pit roasting marshmallows while you wait. You can visit with Santa and decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus and don't forget storytime with the Mayor as he reads Twas the Night Before Christmas.
• Downtown becomes a Christmas Village with caroling, hot chocolate, peppermint ice cream, marshmallow roasting and unique shopping
• Lighting of the spectacular First Tennessee Foundation tree in Krutch Park on Gay St.
• Music provided by the First Baptist Church combined choir
• Horse-drawn carriage rides
• Holiday shopping at the Christmas Market, November 23, 24 & 25
• Ice Skating on the outdoor ice rink on Market Square
• Free pictures with Santa Claus and decorating cookies with Mrs. Claus
• Krutch Park sparkles with over 100,000 lights
• WDVX presents Holiday Ho-Ho-Hoedown on the Market Square stage from 7-9 p.m. with Cherryholmes and Logan Murrell
November 24
Remember the Children
Market Square, 6:00 p.m. Decorate ornaments for Remember the Children Tree, to benefit clients of Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries.
November 23 - January 1, 2007
Holidays on Ice
Located at Market Square in Downtown Knoxville. Holiday season ice-skating returns to Market Square bigger and better! Enjoy ice-skating in downtown Knoxville, drink hot chocolate and taste festive concessions. The ice-skating rink is open to adults, children and groups throughout the holiday season.
Hours: Monday - Thurs. 5-9 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 12 noon-6 p.m.
Starting Dec 22: Friday, 12 noon.-10 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 12 noon-6 p.m.
November 25
Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker
This Broadway level spectacle features dazzling costumes, 50 All-Star Russian cast, hand-painted sets, larger-than-life puppets, and breathtaking scenic design by Valentin Fedorov. Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker is beloved by audiences and praised by critics for its unique setting of Act Two in the “Land of Peace and Harmony”. Tennessee Theatre, 3pm and 8pm.
www.tennesseetheatre.com
November 26 - December 14
Poinsettia Sale
Sertoma Center
The holiday would not be complete without a poinsettia in your home or business. Call and reserve this holiday favorite with proceeds going to benefit the Sertoma Center.
865-524-5555
November 29
Beck Holiday Jazz Concert
Beck Holiday Jazz Concert and Shopping Extravaganza will be held at 6pm at the Knoxville Mariott in the ballroom. Proceeds will benefit the Youth Enrichment Fund at Beck Cultural Exchange Center, Inc. 6:00 p.m., Downtown Marriott. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 524-8461.
November 30
Comcast Christmas at Chilhowee
Enjoy local choirs, children's activities and refreshments among hundreds of lighted trees in Chilhowee Park, 6–9 p.m. For more information contact Rick Evans at 865-215-1459.
December 1-23
Holiday Cruises
Star of Knoxville
Holiday cruises boarding nightly at 6:30 p.m. & sailing 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Featuring live entertainment & 3-entrée holiday buffet. Call for group rates.
www.tnriverboat.com
December 1
Extremely Christmas at Market Square
Christmas music, variety show, Grace Baptist Church Choir and orchestra. 2:00 p.m., Market Square.
December 1
Smoky Mountain Harmony Show Chorus, a women's four-part harmony, a cappella show chorus, three-time, five-state wide, regional chorus champions and member of Sweet Adelines International will present our "Christmas Homecoming" Show at 7:00 p.m. at West High School auditorium on Sutherland Avenue.
Tickets are $10 at the door ($5 for children 10 and under). Our special guests will be the men's quartet, "Ablaze," featuring Jimmy Phifer, Clay Shumard, Scott Tarver, and Mark Beeler.
This will also be our director, Nancy Shumard's last performance with us as Director. She is retiring from directing at the end of the year. So please come and join us in a celebration of her tenure with our chorus for this special performance.
December 1
Emporium Holiday Extravaganza
Emporium Holiday Extravaganza, Emporium Center for Arts & Culture
Fourth annual Emporium Holiday Extravaganza on December 7 & 8: a two-day celebration of handmade gifts, live performances, and holiday cheer in downtown Knoxville! The Arts & Culture Alliance ignites Knoxville’s holiday spirit by hosting an enticing array of unique holiday gifts from thirty local artists, museums, and historical homes as well as current works by more than ten of Knoxville’s finest performing arts groups.
The Alliance invites the public and downtown workers to wait for the downtown WIVK Santa Claus Parade by browsing the merchandise of artists on Friday, December 7, beginning at 11 am. Handmade gifts include: clay jewelry, bead and mixed media jewelry, artist-designed and handmade pure silver and chainmail jewelry, hand-painted glassware and ceramics in sumie style, wheel thrown and hand built pottery, garden and functional pottery, cards, small sculptures, home accessories, handcrafted pens, yard ornaments, magnets, dolls, woodturning, paintings, drawings, watercolors, pastels, small oils, Japanese ink paintings and prints, black and white photographs of Knoxville, and more! The Extravaganza continues until 9 pm as part of "First Friday" downtown with holiday entertainment, carolers, sweet treats, and warm drinks at the Emporium. On Saturday, December 8, from 10 am - 5 pm, the Emporium Center again hosts a variety of festive activities.
December 1-2, 8-9, 15-16
Christmas Express Train Ride
Three Rivers Rambler, Volunteer Landing
11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Catch a ride when the Three Rivers Rambler becomes the "Christmas Express." Listen as "The Polar Express" is read while you ride the rails and enjoy Christmas cookies and refreshments. Santa will be aboard to visit with the children. 90 minute, 11 mile ride. Reservations required.
www.threeriversrambler.com
December 1-2
19th Annual Old North Knoxville Victorian Holiday Home Tour
Tour 10 Victorian Era homes all decked out for the holidays. Tours are self-guided by walking, driving, or free trolleys. Refreshments, entertainment, and Santa! Saturday, December 1, is the Candlelight Tour, and houses will be open from 4:00 to 9:00 PM. On Sunday, December 2, tour time is in the afternoon from 12:30 to 5:00 PM. Tickets are $9 in advance at all Knoxville area Kroger's, or $12 day of event at location.
865-523-9787
www.oldnorthknoxville.org
December 2
Greening of the Sanctuary
First Baptist Church, downtown. 6:30 p.m. The church will decorate the Sanctuary for Christmas while Advent and Christmas carols are being sung. Reception on front lawn following featuring festive Christmas beverages. This is a heart warming event. 865-546-9661
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December 2
The Museum of Appalachia’s Christmas Open House
Sunday, December 2nd from 1 to 5 p.m., takes visitors back to a simpler time. In the cabins, musicians will play carols by the fireside. Quilting, storytelling, wood carving, and Dutch oven cooking will be demonstrated, and homemade chocolates will be offered for sale.
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December 3
Jazz for Tots
UT School of Music UT Music Hall
7:00 p.m. The Jazz Department at the UT School of Music presents their annual Christmas concert. Admission to concert is a brand new toy per person to donate to the U.S. Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" campaign. 865-974-8935
December 3-7
Songs of the Season
McGhee Tyson Airport-2nd level, near
the stream. 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. daily. Choral groups from area schools will perform holiday classics & new songs of the season for travelers. Check out www.flyknoxville.com for performance schedules. 865-342-3016
December 4-8
20th Annual Nutcracker on Ice
Ice Chalet (beside the shops at Western Plaza). 7:00 p.m. The enchanting music of Tchaikovsky and the familiar Nutcracker Christmas Story is brought to life on a sheet of ice by the gliding, jumping, spinning, dancing, & footwork of a large cast of skaters. Now in its 18th year, "Nutcracker on Ice" is produced with professional music, lighting, costumes, and choreography. It's a festive night of holiday magic at the Ice Chalet. 7 p.m. nightly; 2 p.m. Sat. matinee.
865-588-1858
December 5-21
Blount Mansion
Blount Mansion will have a fantastic selection of events and exhibitions to enhance the holidays for the entire family. Immerse yourself in the rich culture of frontier Tennessee, and experience our diverse range of displays and events.
865-525-2375
December 5
Advent Noonday Recital/Service
Church Street United Methodist Church. Advent noonday service provides a time of meditation and preparation for Christmas Day. Area musicians and soloists will perform the recital; pastors will lead the meditation. Recital 11:40 a.m., Service: noon
865-524-3048
December 7
WIVK Christmas Parade
Gay Street, 7:00 p.m. Bring the kids out to the annual Santa Claus Parade. It's your first chance to see Santa Claus riding on his sleigh. This timeless classic begins with a selection of high school bands, dancers, numerous floats, local celebrities and regional entertainers marching down historic Gay Street.
December 8
Governor John Sevier Candlelight Tour
Marble Springs State Historic Site, 8:00 p.m.
Take a step back in time this holiday season by experiencing the history and beauty of Marble Springs by candlelight. The historic homestead of Tennessee's first governor, John Sevier, offers a glimpse of the governor's frontier life.
865-573-5508
www.discoveret.org/jsma
December 8
Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis
Imagine the sounds of hundreds of thousands of bells jingling as people run, walk and cheer in the Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell/Walk Run for Arthritis beginning at 10 a.m. at Barley’s in the Old City. In Knoxville, bells will be ringing as people like you tie jingle bells to their shoelaces, don festive holiday costumes and join friends and neighbors in support of the Arthritis Foundation’s mission to prevent, control and cure arthritis and related diseases. The Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis raises awareness of America’s leading cause of disability, while raising desperately needed funds to prevent, control and cure arthritis. For more information please call Stacy Woodley at
865-470-7909.
December 8-10
The Living Christmas Tree
The Living Christmas Tree is in its 19th year of production as a Christmas gift. This year many changes are occurring to effectively communicate the gospel message. Join us as we celebrate the life of Jesus Christ at the 2007 Living Christmas Tree. Presented by Sevier Heights Baptist Church at Thompson Boling Arena.
865-577-4222
December 8
Fountain City Christmas Parade
Parade from Tazwell Pk & N. Broadway to Gresham Rd. & N. Broadway; 10:00 a.m. Christmas parade for the Fountain City community.
December 9
Sanctuary Choir/Orchestra Concert
First Baptist Church of Knoxville
The Sanctuary Choir will present a variety of sacred works and favorite Christmas carols, as well as congregational sing-alongs. The 40-voice choir & soloists will be accompanied by pipe organ, piano, and an orchestra of community and Knoxville Symphony musicians. Admission is free, but tickets will be issued due to limited seating. For tickets or info, call the church office at 546-9661 or visit www.fbcknox.org.
December 9
Community Christmas
Church Street United Methodist Church, 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Bring your family and friends to re-enact the nativity story. A light supper will be served. All ages are encouraged to dress up (costumes are provided) to tell the story of Jesus' birth.
865-524-3048
December 10
Christmas Music Presentation
Church Street United Methodist Church. Special Music presented by the Parish Adult Choir, with orchestra. 11:00 a.m.
865-524-3048
December 12
Church Street United Methodist's Advent Noonday Recital/Service
Recital: 11:40 a.m.
Service: 12:00 p.m.
Advent noonday services will provide a
time of meditation and preparation for
Christmas Day. The recital will be
performed by area musicians and
soloists. Pastors will lead the
meditation. 865-524-3048
December 12
Church Street United Methodist's Advent Noonday Recital/Service
Recital: 11:40 a.m.
Service: Advent noonday services will provide a time of meditation and preparation for Christmas Day. The recital will be performed by area musicians and soloists. Pastors will lead the meditation.
December 14-16
21st Annual Clayton Holiday Celebration
Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, Knoxville Civic Auditorium, Fri: 7:30 p.m., Sat. 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm. Sun: 3:00 p.m. A Christmas celebration perfect for the whole family! Our annual celebration returns with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra conducted by Maestro Lucas Richman. 865-291-3310
www.knoxvillesymphony.com
December 16
Walk through Bethlehem
Church Street UMC, 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Experience the village of Bethlehem, as it might have been the night Jesus was born. Visit the shops, worship in the synagogue, observe the villagers, hear the angel choirs, see the animals, and search for the special baby born that night. On any other day of the year, it's a huge, gothic, towering downtown building that houses one of east Tennessee's largest United Methodist congregations. But for one day each December Church Street United Methodist Church becomes the tiny, poor, Judean village of Bethlehem as it might have been 2000 years ago when Jesus was born. And for the last four years, on that one Sunday afternoon, two to three thousand visitors have entered the city to experience Christmas as it truly might have been. Free admission.
December 16-18
Knoxville Nativity Pageant
Knoxville Civic Coliseum; Sun: 3:00 p.m., Mon and Tues: 7:30 p.m. Story of the birth of Christ. 865-691-8186
knoxvillenativity.com
December 18
Christmas Concert
The City of Knoxville will hold its annual Christmas Concert performed by the Knoxville Community Recreation Band. Consisting of over 40 volunteer members who have participated in high school, college and professional bands, the KCRB will perform an inspirational medley of holiday classics. Immediately following the Nativity Pageant, Civic Auditorium. 8:30 p.m. Free event.
865-687-3827
December 18-22
Empty Stocking Fund Distribution Day
The Empty Stocking Fund, the News Sentinel's annual Christmas campaign, provides a spot of holiday cheer to some Knoxville area families of meager means. The fund offers Knoxvillians an opportunity to share their bounty and help their neighbors have a Yuletide meal and something for a needy child to play with on Christmas morning. Distribution Day events will begin at 7 a.m. in the Knoxville Expo Center, for the distribution of 3,500 food baskets and toys for about 2,500 children. For information on how to donate, please use the following link.
www.knoxvillecharities.org
December 21-29 (closed the 25th)
Festival of Lights
Festive displays featuring customized animated light scenes decorate the park and it surroundings with over 50,000 lights. 6:30pm-9:30 pm, weather permitting. Wagon rides offered on December 22 and 23. Other nights are pedestrian walk through. No pets on wagon rides. The Cove at Concord Park.
December 24
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
First Baptist Church, 5pm in the sanctuary.
December 24
Church Street United Methodist's Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Church Street UMC. Music Prelude: 4:30 p.m. & 10:30p.m. Services: 5:00p.m. & 11:00 p.m. A musical prelude followed by traditional services. 865-524-3048
December 26-31
Christmas Tree Recycling
Ijams Nature Center, 8:00 a.m. - dusk. Bring your old Christmas tree to Ijams Nature Center to recycle. Place neatly in the road between visitors center and Miller Building. 865-577-4717
Christmas Carols, Recipes, and Stories
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