Welcome to Knoxville Sage! 🔮

As we kickoff 2025, we’re thrilled to have you join us on this new journey of discovery, growth, and inspiration. Knoxville Sage will be your weekly guide to unlocking the magic of our scruffy city—delivering a blend of enchanting insights, local events and more!

Whether you’re seeking hidden gems in Knoxville, looking for the next bookish event, or simply a moment of wisdom to brighten your week, we’ve got you covered. Every Wednesday, our newsletter will be your lantern, illuminating the path to a more prosperous, empowered, and connected life in the heart of East Tennessee.

Here’s to a year of growth, magic, and new beginnings. Welcome to the Knoxville Sage community—your journey starts here!

Sage Advice

You are probably wondering why we need this newsletter. We know how often unique and meaningful events can get lost in the noise of social media algorithms, so this newsletter ensures they get the spotlight they deserve. Whether you’re looking to expand your horizons, connect with like-minded locals, or enjoy an inspiring day out, Knoxville Sage is here to make sure no magical moment goes unnoticed.

In every edition, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of events that capture the vibrant spirit of Knoxville and its magical, mystical side. From cozy book club gatherings and artisan markets to financial literacy workshops and enchanting community rituals, there’s something extraordinary for everyone.

Night Sky: New Moon

We just had a new moon Monday, December 30th! This wasn’t just any New Moon though! It was a Black Moon.

A Black Moon is a rare and mystical lunar event that carries unique significance, particularly in astrological and spiritual contexts. Its definition can vary slightly depending on the interpretation, but here are the most common meanings:

• Second New Moon in a Calendar Month: A Black Moon can occur when there are two new moons within the same calendar month, a phenomenon similar to a "Blue Moon" but for new moons instead of full moons.

• Third New Moon in a Season of Four New Moons: In a more precise astronomical context, a Black Moon can also refer to the third new moon in a season that has four new moons, which is an uncommon occurrence.

• No Full Moon in February: In some cases, the term Black Moon is used to describe a month—usually February—that doesn’t have a full moon at all, which only happens about once every 19 years.

Symbolism and Mystical Significance:

• Spiritual Renewal: A Black Moon is often seen as a powerful time for introspection, setting intentions, and embracing new beginnings.

• Amplified Energies: With its rarity, a Black Moon is believed to amplify the energies of the new moon, making it an ideal time for manifestation, meditation, and inner work.

• Hidden and Mysterious: Its name and association with darkness evoke a sense of mystery, shadow work, and connecting with unseen forces.

Hopefully you were able to use this Black Moon energy to embrace the transformation and possibilities that could come in the new year!

Adopt Your Next Familiar

Hawaii, is a sweet little black kitten with three legs. She is a bit shy, but is learning to embrace the world with quiet courage and charm. Let her brighten your day by putting in an adoption application with Maryville Alcoa Animal Rescue Center. 

This Weeks Happenings!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! WELCOME 2025!

FIRST EDITION - Knoxville Sage - Magic to your inbox!

First Day Hike - Ijams Nature Center - Welcome 2025 in the best way possible: communing in nature with friends and family 10am. Register

Cinnamon Abundance Ritual - First of the Month - blow cinnamon through your front door, call in abundance for the month. *please note: cinnamon is toxic to cats so be mindful of this.

Readings & Reiki - Inner Perfect - Enjoy a reading or reiki session with Gary Coppola 11am-6pm. Learn More

Tarot with Frank - Inner Perfect - Enjoy a Tarot Reading with Frank 11am-5pm. Learn More

Family Owl Prowl - Ijams Nature Center - Meet some of Ijams' resident owl ambassadors before heading out on the trails after dark in search of these beautiful birds! 6pm-8pm. Learn More

Drop Into Bliss - Renegade Yoga - Journey through sound portals for a transcendental sound healing experience 7pm-8pm. Sign Up

Wire Wrapping 101 - The Sacred Owl & Salt Room - Learn the art of wire wrapping 1pm-2pm. Learn More

Aura Photos - Inner Perfect - Translate your energy into living color with an Aura photo session 12pm-5pm. Learn More

Intuitive Tarot Readings - Inner Perfect - Enjoy an intuitive tarot reading with Diana Bogan 11am-6pm. Learn More

Family Owl Prowl - Ijams Nature Center - Meet some of Ijams' resident owl ambassadors before heading out on the trails after dark in search of these beautiful birds! 6pm-8pm. Learn More

Tracks and Scat - Ijams Nature Center - Join Ijams naturalists to uncover various signs of animals that are still very active in winter, even if they often go unnoticed! 10am-1130am. Learn More

Winter Tree ID - Ijams Nature Center - Join an Ijams naturalist for this immersive workshop where you'll learn the basics of tree identification, species histories, and leave with a larger understanding of tree phenology! 2pm-4pm. Learn More

Akashic Records Reading & Healing Session - The Sacred Owl & Salt Room - This can include, but is not limited to; general reading (clarity, guidance, truth), energetic clearing (lower thought forms, psychic attacks, cord cutting, etc), mediumship, past life regression, ancestral healing, specific activational upgrades, etc), 12pm-4pm. Learn More 

Reiki Energy Healing - The Sacred Owl & Salt Room - Reiki is a powerful way to heal on an emotional, spiritual, and physical level. 12pm-6pm. Learn More 

Self Care Yoga - Ijams Nature Center - Ijams is partnering with Hope Irwin to bring you a weekly yoga class on Sundays from 1-2 pm. Learn More 

Fanciful Book Club Meeting - Fable Hollow Coffee & Bookshoppe - 6pm-8pm. Learn More 

Candlelight Yin Yoga - Inner Perfect - 7pm. RSVP 

Tea & Tarot Tuesday - Trends of Eluna - Every Tuesday they brew one of their signature types of Hawaiian herbal teas, available to sip while you shop 11am! 15 mins tarot reading 2pm-3pm. Learn More