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EVENTS

Upcoming

  • BCM: Hair Braiding
    BCM: Hair Braiding
    Sat, Sep 16
    The Bottom
    Sep 16, 7:00 PM – Sep 30, 7:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    This 3-week workshop series will cover the basic cornrow, feed in braids, and getting creative with your technique.
  • Tiny Bookshop Concert: An Evening with Kami Astro
    Tiny Bookshop Concert: An Evening with Kami Astro
    Sat, Sep 30
    The Bottom
    Sep 30, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Tiny Bookshop Concerts are a series of live performances showcasing local talent in an intimately empowering environment, think Tiny Desk Concert but with even more vibes & tea time.
  • Banned Books in Tennessee:   A Panel Discussion and Call To Action
    Banned Books in Tennessee:   A Panel Discussion and Call To Action
    Tue, Oct 03
    Knoxville
    Oct 03, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Knoxville, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Join us at The Bottom as we honor National Banned Books Week (October 1-7) with a panel discussion on the state of banned books in our state. Attendees will have a chance to write postcards to legislatures to advocate for free and open access to information and academic freedom.
  • Community World Building with Stacey Robinson
    Community World Building with Stacey Robinson
    Thu, Oct 05
    The Bottom
    Oct 05, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Join artist, educator, and DJ Stacey Robinson for an Afrofuturist short film screening and interactive world building activity. All ages are welcome to attend, supplies provided at no cost!
  • DIY Book Binding/Journal Making with George Habeib
    DIY Book Binding/Journal Making with George Habeib
    Mon, Oct 09
    The Maker Exchange
    Oct 09, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    The Maker Exchange, 710 Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902
    Join The Bottom at Maker Exchange to learn the basics of bookbinding from George Habeib. All supplies will be provided - come out, create in community & leave with a handmade journal!
  • Write It Out Open Studio
    Write It Out Open Studio
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Oct 25
    The Bottom
    Oct 25, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Write It Out is back! Come to The Bottom for some unstructured, open studio time to work on a writing project of your choice in the company of other writers. Open Studios will be held on the last Wednesday of the month from 4-6pm. The vibes will be vibing. See you in the studio!

Past Events

  • Jul 10, 2021, 9:00 AM
    The (Soon To Be New) Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Join us this month in cleaning, organizing & refreshing our new building. We’ll be continuously raising funds & offering ways to volunteer & get involved, like Saturday Spruce Ups!
  • Multiple Dates
    Details
    Sep 27, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Write It Out is back! Come to The Bottom for some unstructured, open studio time to work on a writing project of your choice in the company of other writers. Open Studios will be held on the last Wednesday of the month from 4-6pm. The vibes will be vibing. See you in the studio!
  • Sep 16, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Knoxville, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    At The Bottom, we have an exciting new Cool Down Tea Menu filled with herbal teas to satisfy your thirst. Stop by and enjoy them while supplies last. Starting September 16th, we will also be offering Saturday Tea Time from 2-4pm. You can enjoy tea and pastries as well as 10% off in-store purchases.
  • Sep 11, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Knoxville, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Join The Bottom and NYT best-selling author Jerry Craft for a discussion about his 'New Kid' book series!
  • Sep 10, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    The Bottom’s new reading and research room is inspired and guided by the work of Elandria Williams – organizer, activist, and leader. Elandria's work focused on African American and LGBTQ+ history, art and culture in the Appalachian region.
  • Sep 09, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Our community has given so much to us, and we are showing our gratitude by celebrating YOU!
  • Aug 20, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Tiny Bookshop Concerts are a series of live performances showcasing local talent in an intimately empowering environment. Join us as we kickoff this new listening series with multitalented artist and local musician W. James Taylor, read more below!
  • Aug 19, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Learn to sew with community, join us for Adult Sewing 101! In this workshop we'll cover the basics of using a sewing machine and will explore best approaches for clothing alterations. Please bring an item to alter!
  • Aug 19, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Knoxville, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Come out to The Bottom for our first ever Blind Date with a Book Fair! You’ll have a wide selection of mystery books to choose from — all $15 each. There will also be 10% off all Romance books and free roses to all customers while supplies last. We would love to see you there!
  • Aug 05, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Help us kick off another year of Black Creatives Meetups with a DIY lemonade bar & conversation with Jonathan Adams, Scholarship Awards & Outreach Manager from Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts. This will be a laid-back meetup to connect and share resources, you can join virtually or in person!
  • Aug 04, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Everyone has a Story. Though the meaning of each piece is not stated; this exhibition entitled "Story" is a collection of pieces that have different significant meanings within Jeremy's artistic story.
  • Jul 29, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    A Community Jam Celebration featuring tie dye, music, movement & more! Join us as we celebrate both the birthday and official DJ kickoff of our very own Art & Communications Director, Ty aka DJ Ty Dye!
  • Jul 29, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Get ready to shop till you drop for handmade goods designed and created by our 2023 class!
  • Jul 21, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    The Change Center, 203 Harriet Tubman St, Knoxville, TN 37915, USA
    Come out and support our young, creative entrepreneurs as they pitch their businesses to the community!
  • Jul 08, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Knoxville, 5930 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919, USA
    Catch The Bottom at the first Mimosa & Margarita Festival, lots of vendors, food trucks, music and more!
  • Jun 30, 7:00 PM – Jul 01, 11:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Join us as we close out Pride month with a celebration of Black Queer culture! This will be a night filled with empowering, intentional, and creative festivities. An RSVP is required to attend, more info is below:
  • Jun 24, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Saturday 6/24 we’re teaming up with our friends Two Bikes Knoxville, Vintage Market Knox, and Divine Urban Expressions for a Juneteenth Slow Ride & Celebration!! Slow Ride: 10am-12pm 🚴🏾‍♀️ Vintage Market: 11am-4pm 👖 Community Showcase: 2-3pm 🎤
  • Jun 19, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Monday June 19th we’re teaming up with our friends Two Bikes Knoxville, Vintage Market Knox Divine Urban Expressions for a Juneteenth Slow Ride & Celebration!! Slow Ride: 10am-12pm 🚴🏾‍♀️ Vintage Market: 11am-4pm 👖 Community Showcase: 2-3pm 🎤
  • May 27, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
    Black Creatives Meetup is an initiative that holds space for Black artists, makers & creatives to not only gather, but to also gain artistic & professional development. We're excited to have photographer Jalynn Baker joining us to provide 15 min headshot sessions!
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