Family Fun in Blount County

Get Them Kids Outta the House with These Kid Friendly Things to Do

Old Town Walking Tour

On Saturday, April 11, 2026, we’re offering our popular Old Town Tour a guided walking tour that takes participants back to the early days of Townsend and the Little River Railroad & Lumber Company. It’s a wonderful look to see the town through the eyes of those who built it. The tour is led by […]

Needle-felted landscape

Creative Spark Studio

Turn a handful of wool into a timeless landscape. Paint with wool using wool and felting needles to create a delightful landscape. If time allows we will have options for adding details using thread and embroidery techniques. Students will use several techniques of needle felting to create a fun spring landscape with mountains and flowers. […]

LRTC Hiking Series 2026 – Save The Dates

Little River Trading Company

Quarter 1 Hikes - February 14 - Valentine Hike March 28 - Walk On The Wild Side - Wildflower Hike Quarter 2 Clinic - March 24 Quarter 2 Hikes - April 18 - Earth Day Hike May 16 - Indian Boundary Hike June 20 - TBD Quarter 3 Clinic - June 25 Quarter 3 Hikes […]

Heroes for Hope 5k and Fun Run

Maryville Greenbelt Amphitheatre

Runners, families and community supporters are invited to lace up and be a hero for local children at the seventh annual Heroes for Hope 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Maryville Greenbelt Amphitheater. The event benefits New Hope Children’s Advocacy Center and raises critical awareness for child abuse prevention in Blount County. Heroes for […]

The Magic of Rob Lake

Clayton Center for the Arts

Rob Lake has dazzled millions on prime time network TV and streaming services worldwide. His appearances on NBC’s America’s Got Talent (2018) reached over 80-million YouTube and Facebook video views. His astonishing original illusions are uniquely presented as awe-inspiring storytelling on the grandest scale. Named “The World’s Greatest Illusionist” by NBC and “One of the […]

The Tasting Table

Vienna Coffee Company

Join us on the front porch for a relaxed and FREE tasting experience. The Tasting Table is a casual, drop-in event where you can sip and explore our featured coffees. We’ll walk you through what makes each coffee special, whether it’s the origin, processing method, or roast profile, and answer any questions you might have […]

Watercolor class- Jar of Hydrangeas

Creative Spark Studio

In this exclusive and unique watercolor painting class, participants will create a unique watercolor painting with the theme of hydrangeas in a glass bottle, guided by our own art educator, Yvonne. Participants will create their image by tracing using a light box or light source, so no drawing experience required. Paintings will be done step-by-step. […]

Needle felted set of coasters

Creative Spark Studio

Turn a handful of wool into a functional pair of wool coaters. Paint with wool using wool and felting needles to create a delightful pair of same or different coasters. Students will use several techniques of needle felting to create a fun pair of coasters. This is a fun and whimsical piece that is a […]

LRTC Hiking Series 2026 – Save The Dates

Little River Trading Company

Quarter 1 Hikes - February 14 - Valentine Hike March 28 - Walk On The Wild Side - Wildflower Hike Quarter 2 Clinic - March 24 Quarter 2 Hikes - April 18 - Earth Day Hike May 16 - Indian Boundary Hike June 20 - TBD Quarter 3 Clinic - June 25 Quarter 3 Hikes […]

The Tasting Table

Vienna Coffee Company

Join us on the front porch for a relaxed and FREE tasting experience. The Tasting Table is a casual, drop-in event where you can sip and explore our featured coffees. We’ll walk you through what makes each coffee special, whether it’s the origin, processing method, or roast profile, and answer any questions you might have […]

Teen Escape Room Art Heist

Blount County Public Library

Join the ultimate art heist at the library! As a team of skilled thieves, you must crack codes, uncover hidden clues, and outsmart the security system to steal a priceless, mysterious piece of art before time runs out! Registration details coming soon! Event Location: 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37804

LRTC Hiking Series 2026 – Save The Dates

Little River Trading Company

Quarter 1 Hikes - February 14 - Valentine Hike March 28 - Walk On The Wild Side - Wildflower Hike Quarter 2 Clinic - March 24 Quarter 2 Hikes - April 18 - Earth Day Hike May 16 - Indian Boundary Hike June 20 - TBD Quarter 3 Clinic - June 25 Quarter 3 Hikes […]

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