We’ve heard of all sorts of “street teams” in our day but a Creative Hands version is news to us. It seems that Etsy.com, an online marketplace for handmade goods, has an energetic Knoxville following.
Event: Free Electronic Waste Disposal Day – April 18th
If you are like my family, then you have an old computer stuffed in a closet somewhere. Disposing of that computer in the wrong way can have a negative impact on our environment. In order to celebrate Earth Day, on April 18th from 9am to 1pm 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is offering free …
Event: Run for the Schools
Via a tweet from Amy Lawless this morning, Knoxville has yet another run coming up. The inaugural Run for the Schools will take place on Saturday, April 4th and will benefit the students and teachers of all schools (both public and private) in Knox County.
Things to Do: Entrepreneurs and Bargain Hunters Edition
There are plenty of things to do in Knoxville. Among those, something for entrepreneurs and bargain hunters. Entrepreneurship – Tough times like we face today call for do-or-die attitudes. If that entrepreneur inside of you just stood up and took a bow then Knoxville Overground (KO) may be your calling. …
Cycling Event: Royal Flush Poker Derby
If you like to mix poker with bicycling then the Royal Flush Poker Derby might be the vice you’re looking for. According to the flyer above, the ride is on Saturday, March 21st and begins at noon. Riders will leave from the old Bi-Lo in Bearden. The best hand wins.
Bijou Jubilee: Celebrating 100 Years of Theatre Goodness
Earlier this week Gay Street received a new building ornament courtesy of the Bijou Theatre. To kick-off 100 years of history, the theatre will begin its Bijou Jubilee on January 28th with the lighting of their new marquee. Thanks for the tip Morgan.