The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

Today is World Peace Day. Namaste.

Learn to bring the outdoors in during Jackie Boshears “Nature’s Touch in Holiday Decorating” at Erin’s Meadow Herb Farm. Class starts @ 1pm. 865.435.1452 or ErinsMeadowHerbFarm.com.

Dine and Dance at La Bella Sera, the Knoxville Opera Guild Ball at Cherokee Country Club. Cocktails and Silent Auction begin at 6:30pm with live music by Patton James and The Synchromatics. Proceeds benefit The Knoxville Opera. $175 per person. 865.524.0795

It’s a snap! Bring your special pet to the Young-Williams Animal Center for their Santa Claws Photo. Saturday from 12pm and Sunday from 1pm.
KnoxPets.org or 865.215.6662.

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

It’s a snap! Bring your special pet to the Young-Williams Animal Center for their Santa Claws Photo. Saturday from 12pm and Sunday from 1pm.
KnoxPets.org or 865.215.6662.

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

Start on Christmas early by purchasing a tree decorated by corporate members of the Oak Ridge community. Sales from Parade of Trees, on display at The Oak Ridge Mall, go to Girls, Inc. GirlsInc-OakRidge.org

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

“Holiday Cheer Down South” is 2007’s Fantasy of Trees theme. Celebrate the season at the Knoxville Convention Center and take home a creatively decorated tree (skirt! has one). Proceeds benefit East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. ETCH.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

“Holiday Cheer Down South” is 2007’s Fantasy of Trees theme. Celebrate the season at the Knoxville Convention Center and take home a creatively decorated tree (skirt! has one). Proceeds benefit East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. ETCH.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

“Holiday Cheer Down South” is 2007’s Fantasy of Trees theme. Celebrate the season at the Knoxville Convention Center and take home a creatively decorated tree (skirt! has one). Proceeds benefit East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. ETCH.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

“Holiday Cheer Down South” is 2007’s Fantasy of Trees theme. Celebrate the season at the Knoxville Convention Center and take home a creatively decorated tree (skirt! has one). Proceeds benefit East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. ETCH.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

“Holiday Cheer Down South” is 2007’s Fantasy of Trees theme. Celebrate the season at the Knoxville Convention Center and take home a creatively decorated tree (skirt! has one). Proceeds benefit East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. ETCH.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

All aboard for storytelling, holiday goodies and Santa! Ride the Three Rivers Rambler Christmas Express Train. Friday @ 6pm, Saturday & Sunday @ 11am, 2pm & 5pm, through December 2. Reservations required; call Mike at 865.524.9411.

Point your way to the Civic Audiorium for The Appalachian Ballet Company’s 36th production of The Nutcracker with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. The newly choreographed show is at 8pm on the 1st and 2pm on the 2nd. Call 865.982.8463 for tickets.

Tour historic Victorian homes decorated for the holidays in Old North Knoxville during the Christmas Tour of Homes. Tickets available at any Kroger. $9 for senior citizens and advance tickets; $12 the day of the event. For more information, call 865.523.4665.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

The Laurel Theater presents Tennessee Schmaltz, a musical tradition of Jewish klezmer combined with southern Appalachian and jazz idioms. Tickets for the 8pm performance are $11 for general admission, $12 at the door and $10 for Jewish Colonization Association members. tennesseeschmaltz.com

Point your way to the Civic Audiorium for The Appalachian Ballet Company’s 36th production of The Nutcracker with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. The newly choreographed show is at 8pm on the 1st and 2pm on the 2nd. Call 865.982.8463 for tickets.

Tour historic Victorian homes decorated for the holidays in Old North Knoxville during the Christmas Tour of Homes. Tickets available at any Kroger. $9 for senior citizens and advance tickets; $12 the day of the event. For more information, call 865.523.4665.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

Point your way to the Civic Audiorium for The Appalachian Ballet Company’s 36th production of The Nutcracker with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. The newly choreographed show is at 8pm on the 1st and 2pm on the 2nd. Call 865.982.8463 for tickets.

Tour historic Victorian homes decorated for the holidays in Old North Knoxville during the Christmas Tour of Homes. Tickets available at any Kroger. $9 for senior citizens and advance tickets; $12 the day of the event. For more information, call 865.523.4665.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

Admission for the U.S. Marine Corps “Jazz for Tots” Christmas Concert is a new toy.  For more details on the 7pm show at the University of Tennessee Music Hall, call 865.974.8935.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

Admission for the U.S. Marine Corps “Jazz for Tots” Christmas Concert is a new toy.  For more details on the 7pm show at the University of Tennessee Music Hall, call 865.974.8935.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Hit downtown for The Arts & Culture Alliance Emporium Holiday Extravaganza. Local artists, museums, historical homes and performing arts groups present handmade gifts, live performances and holiday cheer! 865.523.7543 or www.knoxalliance.com

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Hit downtown for The Arts & Culture Alliance Emporium Holiday Extravaganza. Local artists, museums, historical homes and performing arts groups present handmade gifts, live performances and holiday cheer! 865.523.7543 or www.knoxalliance.com

Take a drive through the country to Erin’s Meadow Herb Farm for a “Delicious, Hot, Herbal Drinks” class. Find soothing gifts and accessories for the home and garden. Class starts at 1pm. RSVP at 865.435.1452 or www.erinsmeadowherbfarm.com. 

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Hit downtown for The Arts & Culture Alliance Emporium Holiday Extravaganza. Local artists, museums, historical homes and performing arts groups present handmade gifts, live performances and holiday cheer! 865.523.7543 or www.knoxalliance.com

Take a drive through the country to Erin’s Meadow Herb Farm for a “Delicious, Hot, Herbal Drinks” class. Find soothing gifts and accessories for the home and garden. Class starts at 1pm. RSVP at 865.435.1452 or www.erinsmeadowherbfarm.com. 

Dress to impress for the Jingle Bell Run and Walk for Arthritis. The dog-friendly 5K run and 1-ml. fun walk will award prizes for best costume and benefit the East TN Arthritis Foundation. Register online at www.knoxvillejbr.kintera.org or call 865.470.7909.

Tune in to Community Television of Knoxville from 1-9pm for the Holiday Gift Auction. The on-air televised sale features hundreds of gifts donated by area merchants and local residents to support community access TV.  Call 865.215.4352 for details.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Dress to impress for the Jingle Bell Run and Walk for Arthritis. The dog-friendly 5K run and 1-ml. fun walk will award prizes for best costume and benefit the East TN Arthritis Foundation. Register online at www.knoxvillejbr.kintera.org or call 865.470.7909.

Tune in to Community Television of Knoxville from 1-9pm for the Holiday Gift Auction. The on-air televised sale features hundreds of gifts donated by area merchants and local residents to support community access TV.  Call 865.215.4352 for details.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Tune in to Community Television of Knoxville from 1-9pm for the Holiday Gift Auction. The on-air televised sale features hundreds of gifts donated by area merchants and local residents to support community access TV.  Call 865.215.4352 for details.

Happy birthday, Emily Dickinson!

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

Snuggle down and watch Gone with the Wind, which premiered on this day in 1939.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.

“It sometimes happens that a woman is handsomer at twenty-nine than she was ten years before.” ~Jane Austen, birthday girl.

Illuminate a light in honor or memory of your pet on the Young-Williams Animal Center outdoor tree. A $5 donation will get you a light along with a photo of your pet placed on the tree during “Deck the Paws” celebration. 865.215.6662 or knoxpets.org.

Immerse yourself in tradition at Christmas in Old Appalachia. Authentic pioneer cabins will deck the halls for the season. Shop for handmade gifts and decorations while listening to live holiday music.
www.MuseumofAppalachia.com.

The frontier culture of Tennessee at Blount Mansion will host a fantastic variety of holiday events and exhibits for the entire family. Call 865.525.2375 for hours.