Apr 02 Thursday
Learn about black bears, an iconic symbol of the Smokies. Great Smoky Mountains National Park ranger-led program. Sugarlands Visitor Center, Tenn. Free. Info and confirm details: nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/calendar.htm or 865-436-1200.
Apr 04 Saturday
Join fellow artists on Saturday mornings for a creative refresh in a welcoming, lighthearted environment. You’ll have the option of being inside, in a spacious, light-filled space, or outside under a covered pavilion. You can bring a project you’d like to work on, sketch from provided still lifes, or work plein aire.
These mini-retreats are located in West Knox, in a 20+ acre bucolic setting with fields and woods, on the Tennessee River. All levels are welcome and no experience is needed.
$20 per session or $50 for 3 sessions includes art supplies and yummy snacks.
Space is limited to 15 participants--please RSVP at lunacreates.com/sketch-club the Friday before to save your spot!
Discover what life in the Cove is like for its inhabitants—past and present. Great Smoky Mountains National Park ranger-led program. Cable Mill Historic Area in Cades Cove, Tenn. Free. Info and confirm details: nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/calendar.htm or 865-436-1200.
Apr 10 Friday
The 2026 Art Show of the Art Guild of Tellico Village will take place on April 10, 11, and 12. Presented at The 2026 Art Show of the Art Guild of Tellico Village will take place on April 10, 11, and 12. Presented at The Community Church at Tellico Village in Loudon, TN, this acclaimed display includes more than 250 pieces of original art, highlighting the exceptional and varied creativity of 200+ Art Guild members.
“This has become a favorite community event in Tellico Village,” says show chairperson and guild president Donna Hart. “And art lovers visit from Knoxville and beyond, often waiting at the door before the show opens!”
For over 20 years, this Art Show has featured a wide range of subjects, styles, and media, in both 2- and 3- dimensional artworks. A popular draw at the 3-day event is the Artist Demos presentation. The public is invited to vote for "People's Choice Awards,” which determine the Best of Show, 2nd-, 3rd-, The public is invited to vote for "People's Choice Awards,” which determine the Best of Show, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th-place winners. Jerry's Artarama of Knoxville will award gift certificates to the chosen artists. Visitors will also be treated to live music performances each day of the show, presented by many gifted Tellico Village musicians. Art Show attendance is FREE to the public, and all are welcome.
So please mark your calendar for April 10-12. Show hours are Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-5, and Sunday 11-4. The public is invited to the Opening Reception on Friday from 4-6 pm, when many exhibiting artists will be on site to meet and greet visitors.
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