New bouldering gym, HVAC mayhem, tie-dye night, RC drift day, and more. 
Happy Tuesday, Knoxville. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Knoxville Brief serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead:
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Climbing gym 🧗
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HVAC scramble 🔧
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Tie dye night 👕
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Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Knoxville’s first bouldering gym: Climbing Roots is set to open later this year in the former Sevier Heights Baptist Church, complete with training walls for all levels, a Ninja Warrior course and kids’ zones — check it out.
Heat wave backlog hits HVAC: Phones rang off the hook for East Tennessee HVAC companies on June 23rd as soaring temperatures left technicians booked up and homeowners scrambling to stay cool — read more.
Inside Old Sevier Market: Empty coolers, produce racks and a Johnny Cash mural showcase South Knoxville’s soon-to-open community grocer on Sevier Ave — take an early look inside.
The most underrated investment: While markets seesaws with the headlines, gold and silver are quietly holding value behind the scenes. Curious how it works? Snag this free investor kit to learn more.
Highlights this week
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Unemployment rate stays at 3.5%
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Accessibility expands in state parks
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Historian explores Knoxville baseball origins
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Celebrate freedom with evening solidarity
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Wednesday diners enjoy half-price wings
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Get 1/2 off your first TruGreen lawn treatment
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Scoops of sunshine: Tesoro Gelato is your passport to gelato heaven, where every scoop tastes like a vacation in a cup—from fruity forest berry to velvety stracciatella. It’s hands-down the sweetest way to beat the heat this weekend.
Pocket-sized perfection: If you’re craving dumplings that dance between delicate pleats and bold fillings, look no further than Asian Yummy—they steam, they sear, they even deep-fry, but no matter the shape, each bite packs a flavor punch you won’t see coming.
See clearly, look cheeky: Ready to upgrade your eye game? Luttrell’s Eyewear isn’t your grandma’s eyewear counter (unless grandma’s a style icon). From retro cat-eyes to modern minimalist frames that whisper “I’ve got this,” they’ll have you seeing—and being seen—in a whole new light.
Kickflip ready: Drop in for decks, wheels, and gear that won’t bail on you—Pluto Sports keeps everything locked in so you can focus on landing that trick instead of worrying about snapped axles.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
This week
🎨 Big Fun Tuesday: Tie Dye Party @ Meads Quarry | Tuesday (7/1) at 6 pm – Grab a pre-washed shirt and get ready to unleash a rainbow tornado at the quarry’s coolest crafting bash. Kick off the evening with a laid-back social bike ride or paddleboard paddle, then dive into dye duty at 6:30. No cover charge, just bring donations for dye—and leave room for food-truck snacks and beer-garden brews.
⚾ “Let Us Have Base Ball Clubs Organized” @ East Tennessee History Center | Wednesday (7/2) at 12 pm – Step up to the plate for a lunchtime pitch on Knoxville’s first baseball pioneers with Dr. William E. Hardy. Expect riveting tales of intercity rivalries, dusty archives, and the gentlemen who swung the inaugural bats. No glove required—just your curiosity and maybe a cracker jack.
🎸 Faster Pussycat @ Open Chord | Thursday (7/3) at 8 pm – Crank up the amps as Faster Pussycat rips through classic glam-metal anthems with Supersuckers and Seven Year Sideshow backing the charge. Doors swing at 7 pm for this all-ages mosh-party, so snag your $32 advance tix (or $40 at the door) and don your leather and studs. No refunds if you chicken out—so lock in your spot for a sweaty, snarling good time.
🏃 The Fireball Classic 5k @ UT Vet School | Thursday (7/3) at 8 pm – Lace up and scorch through Knoxville’s oldest, flattest, fastest 4th of July run—this isn’t your grandma’s shuffle down Main Street. Expect cherry-red race shirts, high-octane energy, and bragging rights once you cross that finish line. Who needs fireworks when you can light up the pavement instead?
💪 FiA Convergence @ The Bluff | Friday (7/4) at 8 am – Kick off the Fourth with a full-body blast at FiA Convergence’s free community workout at The Bluff. Grab your mat, don your red, white, and blue, and sweat it out with fellow fitness buffs in a patriotic powerhouse session!
🃏 Lorcana League Play @ Play to Win Games | Friday (7/4) at 7 pm – Summon your deck at Lorcana League Play and duel for glory. With just a $5 entry fueling 100% store credit prizes (50/30/10/10 split), it’s time to prove your card-smithing prowess this Independence Day!
This weekend
🏁 Red Bud Race Day Watch Party @ Honda Yamaha Suzuki & Husqvarna of Knoxville | Saturday (7/5) at 10 am – Fuel your need for speed at the ultimate motocross viewing fest! Bring chairs and coolers for live-streamed action on a giant screen plus food trucks, free raffles, and a bonus ball cap if you rock your MX jersey. Rev up your weekend with jump-filled thrills from LaRocco’s Leap. Missed the pit passes? This party is your front-row pit experience.
🚗 R/C Drift Day @ HobbyTown | Saturday (7/5) at 10 am – Ready to slide? HobbyTown Knoxville and East TN RC Drifters invite you to a full-throttle day of tire-smoking fun—no real cars required. From rookies to seasoned shifters, join the crew for nonstop RC antics and friendly competition. Battery charged? Your drift machine awaits its moment in the garage spotlight. Let’s carve some corners!
🧘 Sound Bath with Mary Conroy @ Renegade Yoga | Saturday (7/5) at 7 pm – Unplug and ride a wave of crystal bowls, gongs, and chimes to serene nirvana. Mary Conroy guides you through healing frequencies designed to reset your mind-body vibes—just bring your mat and maybe an eye mask. Feel the stillness swirl as sound heals every cell. Perfect for melting stress and recharging your inner radiance.
👻 Paranormal Adventure Tour @ Haunted Knoxville Ghost Tours | Friday (7/5) at 8 pm – Dare to chase spirits in Market Square with Knoxville Paranormal’s Ultimate Ghost Hunting Adventure. Dive into hands-on investigations, historical tales, and expert-led thrills with J-Adam Smith guiding every spooky step!
🪕 Knoxville Area Dulcimer Club Meeting @ Second United Methodist Church | Sunday (7/6) at 1:30 pm – Dust off your dulcimer (or any acoustic stringed wonder) and join fellow mountain-music enthusiasts for lessons, jams, and laid-back fellowship. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned picker, KADC is all about preserving Appalachian tunes and sharing the joy of old-time music in libraries, festivals, and beyond.
🎶 Live music & entertainment
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7/1 Comedy Night @ Central Cinema – 7 pm
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7/1 Uncaged: Zac Brown Tribute @ Open Chord – 8 pm
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7/1 Tuesday’s Blues Jam @ Rogers – 8:30 pm
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7/3 Puffs with Patriots @ Alchemy – 6 pm
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7/3 Brownman and more @ Asia Cafe West – 6:30 pm
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7/3 Open Mic Jam @ Hi-Wire Brewing – 7 pm
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7/3 Fountain City Ramblers @ Calhoun’s on River – 7:30 pm
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7/3 Faster Pussycat @ Open Chord – 8 pm
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