Expansive lake views, scattered benches, and great vibes. Stop by one of the local coffee shops in Bearden, then snag a spot in the marble hall overlook area — it’s quiet, elevated, and shaded.
Ideal reading spots include: quarry overlooks and tucked-away trail benches for long, uninterrupted reading sessions. Note: Parking is $5 a day — check out how to get free parking.
A. Cormac McCarthy, with an Appalachian lens B. James Agee, writing Knoxville as memory and place C. Nikki Giovanni, blending poetry and place D. Alex Haley, tracing American roots
There’s no time to waste. Registration for Zoo Camp is now open. Spots go fast, but we are still seeing some availability.
Spotted
We’ll see William Shatner at the Tennessee Theatre on Sunday, April 19 for a special showing of “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.” No spoilers, but you can ask all your burning questions after the movie. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Jan. 15 at 10 a.m.
Active
Looking for a low-pressure way to move your body? Lace up for the Fun Run-Walk-Bike on Gay Street Bridge — plus, your bib gets you discounts at local businesses. No registration required.
Eat
A new Popeyes is coming to the Bearden area. Stay tuned for the open date, but we know Knoxville’s third Popeyes will be at 7355 Kingston Pike, joining the locations in Halls and west of Farragut. (WVLT)
History
Knoxville’s Greyhound bus station is reopening... temporarily. The Old City station will open as a venue for the Big Ears Festival from Thursday, March 26 to Sunday, March 29. Take a look at what the building looked like when it was a terminal. (Knox News)
Sports
Calling all “Heated Rivalry” fans: Good Girl Books is organizing its Pucks & Pages night on Saturday, Feb. 14. Head to the Ice Bears game to shop hockey romances from the book truck. Tickets are $21.
Announced
Cody Johnson is coming to Food City Center next summer. Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, March 27. Psst — you can also sign up for a meet and greet.
Coming Soon
Have you seen what Jonathan’s Grille will look like? It’s expected to open in April, but you can take a peek now.
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We are one month away from Valentine’s Day, meaning I need to start planning now. My sweetheart loves movies, so I’ve got my eye on Cruze Farm’s drive-in movie schedule. Looks like “The Notebook” is showing on V-Day itself.
Already got plans? Hit reply and spill.
Looking for date-night ideas instead? Tell me the vibe — I’m sure I have recs.
