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SUMMARY:Rider Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for riding with Cycology Bicycles and growing our cycling community!\nJoin us for a free social-paced fun ride with lunch to follow. A rare opportunity for all abilities to ride together and have fun at a social pace.\nThis year we will have three route options. All routes roll out at 10:00 AM. The greenway route starts at Pearson Springs Park and road rides start at Cycology Bicycles.\n~Greenway Ride 15-mile route starts at Pearson Springs: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48580679\n~Road Ride Around 30-miles: TBD\n~Road Ride Around 40-miles: TBD\nA light lunch with beer specials will be provided at Cycology Bicycles after the rides starting around 12:30 PM!\nPlease RSVP by selecting “Going” to this event OR email Ride Guide Jackie Taylor at Jackie@CycologyBicycles.com.\nBad Weather Day Sunday\, October 26th  \nEvent Location: 2408 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy\, Maryville\, TN\, United States\, Tennessee 37804
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CATEGORIES:Community Event,Outdoor & Nature,Sports & Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T180000
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SUMMARY:Make A Cozy Quilted Bowl @ Tri-Hop
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday October 22\, 2025\n6:00pm- 8:00pm\nAt Tri-Hop Brewery\n205 S Court St\nMaryville TN 37804\nTickets linked above!\nThis beginner friendly program will walk participants through using clay slabs to hand build their own food-safe pottery bowl. Everyone will have the opportunity to embrace creative freedom and add personality through texture rollers\, carving\, or sculpting onto their pieces- bring your inspo pictures and ideas! Learn tips & tricks from practicing artists\, and create something of your own! We will be using a unique ‘quilting’ technique- it’s foolproof! Finished pieces will be individual-sized\, like a soup bowl. No prior experience needed.\n**WOULD MAKE A GREAT CHRISTMAS PRESENT!**\nDrinks will be available for additional purchase! Alcoholic beverages are only available to those 21+ with a valid ID.\nSeating is limited\, pre-registration is REQUIRED.\nPieces will be ready for pickup from the original class site 4-5 weeks post class\, announced on The Happy House Eclectic Facebook page. Pieces remaining 3 weeks after drop off will be re-homed at venues discretion.\nDeadline to register is end of day\, Tuesday October 21  \nEvent Location: Tri-Hop Brewery
URL:https://letsbeblount.com/event/make-a-cozy-quilted-bowl-tri-hop/
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SUMMARY:Appalachian Ghost Stories
DESCRIPTION:Sue Weaver Dunlap\, Pat Hope\, Sheri McCarter\, and Terry Shaw will read stories from three of the ghost story anthologies from Howling Hills Publishing. This year’s edition is “25 Tales: Even More Appalachian Ghost Stories & Mysteries.”  \nEvent Location: Neighborly Books Maryville\, 106 East Broadway Ave\, Maryville TN 37804
URL:https://letsbeblount.com/event/appalachian-ghost-stories/
LOCATION:FES Security
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Literature & Books,Nightlife & Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception: Pinkie Mistry
DESCRIPTION:The Clayton Center for the Arts proudly presents a stunning new exhibition by celebrated East Tennessee artist Pinkie Mistry\, whose vibrant oil paintings and monumental public murals have captivated audiences throughout the Smokies region and beyond.\nMistry\, who has transformed the visual landscape of our community with three beloved murals right here in Maryville and thirteen throughout the greater Smokies region\, brings her mastery of oil and canvas to this remarkable gallery presentation. Known for her acclaimed “Wings of Wander” mural series and as the illustrator of five enchanting children’s books\, Mistry continues to build bridges between cultures\, communities\, and the natural world through her art.\nThis extraordinary exhibition showcases four distinct yet harmonious bodies of work that reflect the artist’s diverse inspirations and masterful technique. Visitors will be mesmerized by her evocative series capturing the fluid grace and cultural richness of Indian and Cuban dancers\, where each brushstroke pulses with rhythm and movement. Her collection of twenty luminous butterfly paintings celebrates transformation and migration—themes that resonate deeply with both the artist’s personal journey and our region’s natural heritage. Mistry’s mountain-inspired series pays homage to the majestic Smokies that have long served as both her home and creative muse\, while her deeply textured floral works reveal nature’s intricate beauty through layers of rich\, tactile oil paint.\nDrawing from her East Tennessee roots\, rich cultural heritage\, and extensive world travels\, Mistry creates art that speaks to universal experiences of movement\, beauty\, and belonging. Her bold colors and dynamic themes invite viewers to see their own stories reflected in each carefully crafted canvas.\nJoin us in celebrating an artist who has made Maryville and the entire Smokies region more beautiful\, one brush stroke at a time.\n——————–\nIn observance of the Hindu holiday\, Diwali\, authentic Indian small bites and refreshments will be served.\nDiwali is the Hindu festival of lights. It symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma\, light over darkness\, good over evil\, and knowledge over ignorance. Families light diva’s (candles)\, gather in prayer (puja)\, exchange gifts and have a feast and many sweet treats.  \nEvent Location: 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy\, Maryville\, TN\, United States\, Tennessee 37804
URL:https://letsbeblount.com/event/artist-reception-pinkie-mistry/
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Shindig with Jay Clark and Special Guest RB Morris
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Jay Clark with the TN Tree Beaver Trio and special guest RB Morris\, Knoxville’s poet laureate and acclaimed Americana songwriter. Blount County’s Jay Clark has been a staple in the East TN music for more than 20 years. Showtime is 7pm (doors open at 5:30pm). $15 tickets ($10 for Maryville College students with ID). This listener-focused concert series invites guests to settle in for an evening of storytelling\, songwriting\, and Southern soul — a true music experience.  \nEvent Location: 205 Court St Maryville\, TN 37804\, Maryville\, TN\, United States\, Tennessee 37804
URL:https://letsbeblount.com/event/tuesday-shindig-with-jay-clark-and-special-guest-rb-morris/
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SUMMARY:Orion's Open House: THE HORROR!
DESCRIPTION:Ready to get in gear for Halloween with Orion and his friends? Join Orion with Björn Stache\, Blitz Eros\, Nancy Potwin\, Atomic Atom\, Memento Moira\, Aurora Borealis\, Inque Spill\, Eva… See more \nEvent Location: The Bird & The Book
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SUMMARY:Art Display and Demonstrations-Townsend Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:Thirteen artists will be displaying their art including fiber arts\, jewelry\, mixed media\, painting\, photography\, pottery\, and woodworking. Artists will be there to discuss their inspirations and demonstrations will be during each day. Stop by and visit us!  \nEvent Location: Townsend Visitors Center
URL:https://letsbeblount.com/event/art-display-and-demonstrations-townsend-visitor-center/
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