9 Lakes Blog
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The Knoxville Sessions and the Black Voices That Shaped Music History
February 15, 2026The Knoxville Sessions: An Overlooked Turning Point In 1929–1930, producers from Brunswick-Vocalion set up recording equipment inside the St. James Hotel and captured what would… -
Springtime Events in East Tennessee
February 11, 2026Springtime in East Tennessee is the kickoff to the busy event season. Spring break and spring festivals. Shake off the winter cobwebs. Let’s go play…. -
Cast Your Line Year-Round in East Tennessee’s 9 Lakes Region
December 28, 2025Fishing in East Tennessee’s 9 Lakes Region is a thrill for all seasons, but winter fishing deserves a top spot on every angler’s bucket list…. -
Gear Up for the 2026 Season of Cycling Adventure in East Tennessee
December 15, 20259 Lakes of East Tennessee Region Welcomes Cyclists to Spectacular 2026 Lineup of Events and One New Road Event In keeping with its ascending reputation… -
A Season of Magic- Events to Celebrate the Season
December 3, 2025December is a wonderful time to be in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee. With mostly mild temperatures, but enough chill in the air to… -
Merry and Bright – 12 Jolly Ideas to Light Up Your Holidays
November 23, 2025The holiday season is meant to be shared with friends, family, and loved ones—and the 9 Lakes Region is full of sights, sounds, and celebrations… -
Over the River and through the Wood- Thanksgiving in the 9 Lakes Region
November 9, 2025Originally published in 1844, this song speaks to the tradition of traveling to be with family on Thanksgiving. Told through the eyes of a child,… -
Gratitude and Reflection- November Events in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee
November 4, 2025November is a beautiful reminder to pause, reflect, and give thanks. With all the hustle of holiday planning, let’s take moments to appreciate the present—whether… -
FARMS AND FRIGHTS- Halloween Fun
October 5, 2025Get lost in a corn maze; pick out a pumpkin in the patch; enjoy a bonfire; or get your adrenaline running with a good fright. … -
Fall in Love with Autumn in East Tennessee
October 3, 2025Saying goodbye to summer means welcoming the beautiful colors of fall. Autumn is traditionally a time to hunt and gather the bounty of the land. …
