December 7th Update

CAMA hosts local historian Jack Neely at the KMA

Thanks to everyone who came out to the Knoxville Museum of Art to enjoy Jack Neely's presentation of Cumberland Avenue history on Wednesday, December 5th.  There were about 55 people in the audience and several members brought their own stories to share about Cumberland. 

CAMA members welcomed attendees and provided information about the organization

Jack Neely presents stories and history of Cumberland Avenue, KMA, Wednesday, December 5th

Refreshments were provided by Copper Cellar, Krispy Kreme, Sunspot and University Liquors - THANK YOU!

Folks enjoyed sharing their memories of Cumberland Avenue

After Jack Neely's talk, members of CAMA gathered for their first annual Holiday Party at the LiterBoard. Many thanks to Lysette Aviles of L7 Vapors for coordinating and setting up a great gathering and many thanks to Thomas Clinton for providing live music and sharing his incredible talent! 

The next Cumberland Avenue Merchants Association is scheduled for January 9th, at 3:00 PM at Copper Cellar. Please make plans to attend and find out what's coming up for CAMA in the new year!

Also keep in mind these exciting Community Events:

Today – Sunday January 6, 2019
Holidays on Ice Presented by Home Federal Bank
Market Square
Monday- Thursday: 4:00pm-9:00pm
Friday & Saturday: 10:00am-10:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm-9:00pm
Enjoy skating under the stars and twinkling lights while listening to music every night. There may even be a panda sighting by our Holidays on Ice Mascot, 'Peppermint Panda'! www.knoxvillesholidaysonice.com

Today – Sunday January 6, 2018
Peppermint Trail
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, bars, and boutiques feature peppermint specials throughout the season including peppermint coffees, desserts, cocktails, cookie decorating, cocktail classes, camps for kids, glass blowing...peppermint, peppermint, peppermint. https://www.downtownknoxville.org/holiday/peppermint/

Today – Sunday January 6, 2018
The Elf on the Shelf ® Adventure
Downtown Knoxville
Join us for a fun-filled holiday scavenger hunt and search for Santa’s magical helpers in Downtown Knoxville. Scout Elves will be sent from the North Pole by Santa to more than two dozen Knoxville businesses.
https://www.downtownknoxville.org/holiday/elf/

Today – Sunday January 6, 2018
Peppermint Window Wonderland
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville transforms into a Peppermint Trail with windows of restaurants and merchants decorated with a peppermint theme.
https://www.downtownknoxville.org/holiday/windows/

Friday December 7, 2018
The King and I
Tennessee Theatre
8:00pm
https://www.tennesseetheatre.com/event/708186/rodgers-hammersteins-the-king-and-i/

Friday December 7, 2018
WIVK Christmas Parade
Gay Street
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Join us for everyone's favorite parade, the WIVK Christmas Parade. Bands, dancers, lighted floats, characters and Santa Claus parade down Gay Street and brings fun holiday spirit to all!

Friday December 7, 2018
First Friday ArtWalk
Downtown Knoxville
5:00pm
Explore galleries, studios, and artist collectives; roam through shops hosting open houses and local artist exhibits; enjoy performance art and live music in the streets and a variety of venues; drop in restaurants along the way and treat yourself to drinks and great food. https://www.downtownknoxville.org/artwalk/

Saturday December 8, 2018
Market Square Holiday Market
Market Square, Union Ave, Market St
11:00am-5:00pm
The Market Square Holiday Market is held on Market Square, Union Ave, and Market St on the December Saturdays before Christmas each year. From 11:00am-5:00pm, artisans, food producers, food trucks, and farmers fill downtown with their wares, perfect for holiday gift giving. Find farm-grown greenery for decorating, hand-crafted gifts, and hot beverages to keep you warm while you shop! A small farmers market is held on Market Square from 11:00am-2:00pm featuring locally grown produce, meat, eggs, honey, plants, and more.

Saturday December 8, 2018
A Safety City Christmas
Safety City, 165 S Concord St, Knoxville, TN 37919
5:30pm-8:30pm
The Knoxville Police Department’s Safety City is ringing in the Christmas season with its first “A Safety City Christmas”.  Families will be able to walk through the miniature city enjoying the decorated buildings.  Children will have a blast playing games, making crafts, and rocking out to some wonderful holiday music.  We have even gotten word that Santa will make a special appearance.  This event is free to the public.

Saturday December 8, 2018
The King and I
Tennessee Theatre
2:00pm & 8:00pm
https://www.tennesseetheatre.com/event/708186/rodgers-hammersteins-the-king-and-i/

Saturday December 8, 2018
Jingle Bell Run
World’s Fair Park
9:00am – 11:00am
Festive holiday 5K run benefitting the Arthritis Foundation

Saturday December 8, 2018
Christmas Open House
James White’s Fort
11:00am-3:00pm
The sight, sound and smells of an Old Fashioned Christmas, period decorations of fruit and greenery: Self guided tours of buildings. Free admission.

Saturday December 8, 2018
Free pictures with Santa
Market Square
6:00pm
Free pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Saturday December 8, 2018
Old City Market
Jackson Ave between State & Central
11:00am – 4:00pm
A market focusing on crafts, art and locally made goods.

Saturday December 8 – Monday December 10, 2018
The Nativity Pageant of Knoxville
Knoxville Civic Coliseum
Saturday: 3:30pm
Sunday: 3:30pm
Monday: 7:00pm
Free admission, http://www.knoxvillenativity.com/

Sunday December 9, 2018
Hot Cocoa 5K Run
Victor Ashe Park
8:30am – 12:00pm
Charity 5K race to raise funds for a physical therapy clinic in Port-au-Prince, Haiti

Sunday December 9, 2018
Tuba Christmas
Market Square Stage
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Holiday music performed on dozens of tubas and euphoniums!

Sunday December 9, 2018
The King and I
Tennessee Theatre
1:30pm & 7:00pm
https://www.tennesseetheatre.com/event/708186/rodgers-hammersteins-the-king-and-i/