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After being pulled from shelves in March and yet again in August, Blue Bell Creameries ice cream comes back to Knoxville grocery stores on Monday, January 18.

All My Sons Moving & Storage of Knoxville learned that some Blue Bell products were pulled from shelves in March because of possible listeria contamination. This eventually led to a complete recall of all Blue Bell products in August.

Blue Bell has been aggressively working to correct any problems with their products for the past several months and is now offering a limited line of ice cream flavors to Knoxville residents and residents in 25 other cities. Flavors include Homemade Vanilla, Natural Vanilla Bean, Coffee, Cookies n’ Cream, Butter Pecan, Dutch Chocolate, Pistachio Almond and The Great Divide.

If you are craving a delicious scoop of Blue Bell ice cream after moving to Knoxville, you will most likely find what you are looking for at a Kroger grocery store. It has not yet been determined which other (if any) grocery stores will carry Blue Bell products in the near future.

Blue Bell Creameries originated in Brenham, Texas where it opened its doors in 1907 under the name Brenham Creamery Company. Here, farmers produced butter from excess cream and delivered it to local residents. It wasn’t until 1930 that the company began making ice cream and ultimately changed its name to Blue Bell Creameries.

To receive updates on Blue Bell’s progress, All My Sons Knoxville movers suggest visiting Blue Bell Creameries’ website.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is January 18^th, so take the day off from unpacking after moving to Knoxville and take your kids to do something fun! To help you plan your day, All My Sons Moving & Storage of Knoxville has four suggestions for things to do with your kids on MLK Day.

-The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Parade- Start your holiday off at the annual MLK Parade at 10 a.m. The parade begins at YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center and will feature groups, organizations and individuals who support equality and celebrate the accomplishments of Dr. King.

-Knoxville’s Holidays On Ice- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day marks the end of the season for Knoxville’s Holidays On Ice. To celebrate yet another wonderful year and Dr. King, the rink is offering $5 admission for children and students, ages 17 and under. Don’t miss your chance to ice skate after moving to Knoxville and head on over to Knoxville Holidays On Ice, which is located on Market Square. It will be open from noon to 8 p.m.

-The Outdoor Knoxville Adventure Center- All My Sons Knoxville movers suggest getting outside after moving to take in the cool, crisp air with family. The Outdoor Knoxville Adventure Center is located on the waterfront downtown and will offer several different recreational activities on MLK Day.

-Knoxville Zoo- Bring your kids to the Knoxville Zoo on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and receive “buy one, get one free” admission tickets. The Knoxville Zoo is open 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is located at 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive.

As times are constantly changing and ever-evolving, so are businesses and the way in which they function. For some business owners, making the switch to being completely online, rather than having an open storefront, is a better option. For a famous Knoxville piano store, making the move to a concierge-style business is their newest business venture.

Rather than renewing their lease, Steinway Pianos in Turkey Creek will be closing their doors. Announced just last week by current general manager Brandon Herrenbruck, a lot of locals and Knoxville movers were shocked and sad to hear that the storefront is closing. However, only the store is closing, not necessarily the business.

“I’m just closing the store,” he said. “It’s going to look different, but they (customers) will still have the opportunities to see and play different instruments. While the physical store is going away, I’m not.”

Local Knoxville movers and music lovers learned that American Keyboard Galleries, Inc. and Steinway Piano Gallery of Nashville celebrated 85 years and 25 years in business just last year, making it a great run for the company, but its numerous locations and developing times have lead them to close the original store and now the Turkey Creek store.

The famous Knoxville piano store will be moving to a concierge-style business. Explained by Herrenbruck, they are developing a “sophisticated, multimedia website at steinwayfamilypianos.com that will allow customers to research, live chat, even Skype with the family company before having to travel to one of their famous retail stores like the one they have had in New York since 1853.”

Herrenbruck explained that he is moving the piano company to the next level, and compared his efforts to that of Carvana where you purchase a car online and they ship it to your house. Herrenbruck is looking to turn Steinway Pianos into an online piano shopping experience like no other, with pianos costing up to $50,000.

New Year’s Eve is not just about great parties and a special kiss at midnight. New Year’s Eve is also about family, friends, life, health, and happiness for the year ahead. If you have recently moved to Knoxville and have younger children, you don’t have to worry about there being nothing for your kids to enjoy for the holiday, since 2016 New Year’s Eve events in Knoxville start at 10 a.m.!

The Muse Knoxville is one of the largest, public, family-friendly New Year’s Eve events to take place in Knoxville. The Muse Knoxville is a museum that focuses on science and art, and is located at 516 N. Beaman St. in Chilhowee Park. The museum will be hosting a New Year’s Eve celebration from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. so that even the youngest residents of Knoxville can join in on the fun and celebrations. Knoxville movers suggest taking family photos in one of the photo booths, enjoying some food, partaking in the crafts and activities, as well as watching the early ball drop.

If you are a new Knoxville resident, Knoxville moving companies recommend the New Year’s Eve Countdown on Market Square in downtown Knoxville. One of the largest 2016 New Year’s Eve events in Knoxville catered more towards adults, the event will begin at 11 p.m. with music, the countdown will begin at 11:59 p.m., and the ball drop, fireworks, and singing of “Auld Lang Syne” will mark the start of 2016.

The holiday season is here and if you have moved to Knoxville at any point in time this year, there is no better way to get to know Knoxville than by getting out of your new house and celebrating the holiday season in town. In order to make your move to Knoxville even more special, local Knoxville movers have a list of 2015 Knoxville Holiday Events that you and your family can enjoy through the New Year!

1. Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland will be open throughout the month of December, until January 3^rd. Open rain or shine and even on holiday dates, this Christmas wonderland’s hours are from dusk to 10 p.m. and possibly later on the weekends. Enjoy light shows and displays and tour through Santa’s Village. Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland is one of Knoxville’s top-rated holiday events that comes recommended by local residents and Knoxville movers alike.
2. Christmas at Biltmore is also open the entire month of December, through January 11^th and is technically located in Asheville, North Carolina, but is frequented by Knoxville locals. View hundreds of trees and miles of garland throughout the picturesque estate.
3. Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas is located in Pigeon Forge and is one of the best ways to celebrate your first Christmas in Knoxville. Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas takes place throughout the months of November and December, through January 3^rd. View over four million lights and numerous holiday musical performances.
4. Ice! Featuring The Nutcracker will take place at Gaylord Opryland Events Center the entire month of December, through January 2^nd.

Knoxville is a magical winter wonderland during the holiday season. For more 2015 Knoxville holiday events visit the Knoxville Moms Blog.

Have you recently moved to Knoxville and your children are not too thrilled about having to pack up all of their belongings and move into a new home, even if it is just across town? How about if you moved to Knoxville from out of state? Moving is never an easy task, especially during the holidays. If you have recently moved to Knoxville and your family is having a slight case of the holiday blues, take them to the Knoxville Zoo.

On Monday and Tuesday, December 28 and 29, the Knoxville Zoo is hosting royal guests for the holiday season.

For the first time ever, the zoo will host Wonderfully Winter Princess from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside the Wee Play Adventure exhibit. The princesses will be available for photo ops and autographs, as well as activities and games like reindeer and snowball games.

Knoxville movers have heard that the Assistant Marketing Director, Tina Rolen, mentioned that the zoo is typically not very crowded during the holidays, so the princess efforts are partly to draw a crowd to the Knoxville Zoo.

“We’ve got some amazing princesses coming, beauty will be debuting her amazing Christmas gown, we’ll have the frog princess, a Jedi that some of you may have heard from the new star wars movie will be here in addition to Rapunzel, Cinderella of course our winter princesses,” Rolen explained.

If you are moving to Knoxville before February or are new in town, tickets to the zoo are buy one get one free until February 29, so be sure to visit the Knoxville Zoo’s website.

Knoxville has come a long way and no one understands this more than local Knoxville movers, All My Sons Moving & Storage, and other local residents. Once described as a “scruffy little city” by a Wall Street Journal reporter in 1980, Knoxville has morphed into a popular town outfitted with historic landmarks, neat attractions, flavorful restaurants and entertaining outdoor activities.

“We love it here. We really enjoy the town,” said Lindsay Conrad, a wife and mother who moved to Knoxville with her family from Charleston less than a year ago.

Says another local resident, Eric Donovan, who also works as the communications director at Visit Knoxville at the Convention and Visitors Bureau, “There’s a lot to do here when you visit, a lot to have fun doing.”

“There are Turkish, Greek, Irish, Italian, Asian, Hispanic, and Kuumba festivals throughout the year. People are realizing how important community is,” she said.

Downtown Knoxville is also proving to be increasing in popularity not only for residents, but businesses as well. According to Donovan, businesses are interested in setting up shop in historical Tennessee buildings, making moving to downtown Knoxville desirable for many.

Although new business is booming in the area, many residents have decided to move to Knoxville because of how close they are to getting away from it all. In less than an hour’s drive, Knoxville residents can find themselves in the middle of the Great Smokey Mountains National Park preparing for a relaxing hike along the park’s diverse trails.

Whether you are looking for better business opportunities or a great place to raise your family, Knoxville has much to offer and a lot of it has transpired over short period of time.

With Black Friday just around the corner, the Knoxville Police Department (KPD) are coming out full force to make shoppers and local Knoxville residents aware of the dangers during the holiday shopping season. Black Friday is known for being one of the biggest shopping days of the year with stores offering deals on products at nearly a steal and thieves know this.

If you are planning a move to Knoxville and have decided to participate in annual Black Friday shopping events, our local Knoxville movers are excited for you, but want you to be careful and take heed to KPD advice. To better prepare you for a safe Black Friday shopping experience, All My Sons Moving & Storage Knoxville moving company has outlined KPD shopping safety tips.

1. Be aware of your surroundings – Black Friday can be chaotic, with shoppers scrambling to get a last product on the shelf. Rushed shopping results in products, people and money being moved around quickly and with that, shoppers can lose their self-awareness. Criminals are more likely to target those who seemed side-tracked, so be sure to pay attention to who and what is around you at all times.

2. Don’t distract yourself while walking to the car – As you are exciting a store after scoring a great Black Friday deal, don’t get on your phone and start texting or looking at social media. Keep your head up and be looking around for anyone walking toward you that may look suspicious.

3. Lock your car – This tip should be a no-brainer, but with the hustle and bustle of Black Friday, it’s an important step that could be overlooked as you’re rushing from one store to another.

4. Don’t leave belongings in plain sight – If you are leaving purchased items in your vehicle while you continue shopping, try hiding them under seats or a blanket. Better yet, try to make a trip home to drop items off so they are not tempting to criminals.

5. Carry your keys in your hand when walking to your car – Be prepared to enter your car immediately, lock the doors and exit the parking lot as soon as possible. Do not sit in your car and balance your checkbook or look at your phone. By doing so, this gives criminals the opportunity to approach you and your vehicle.

Our local Knoxville moving company hopes you get everything you’re searching for this Black Friday, but also wants you to have a safe experience while doing so. Good luck!

If you have recently made the move to Knoxville, chances are you are less than interested in preparing a Thanksgiving meal after all the unpacking. All My Sons Moving & Storage of Knoxville completely understands this, but also doesn’t want you and your family to miss out on a special occasion. Make your first holiday in Knoxville a memorable, but stress-free one by making reservations at one of the local Knoxville restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day.

- Cherokee Grill – If you are looking for a traditional Thanksgiving meal after moving to Knoxville, bring your family to Cherokee Grill located off Parkway in Gatlinburg. The restaurant will be serving from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and reservations are recommended. Bonus: Cherokee Grill proudly serves Smokey Mountain Brewery microbrews, so if you’re interested in craft beer this is the Thanksgiving destination for you.

- Big Fatty’s – Whether you are interested in dining in or taking out, Big Fatty’s is a great choice for your Thanksgiving Day meal. Their restaurant has rave reviews and will be serving Thanksgiving dinner from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and take-out is available on a call-ahead basis. Reservations are recommended for dine-in service.

- Windows on the Park – This elegant restaurant sits on the top of the Holiday Inn World’s Fair Park and offers breath-taking views of the popular park through massive glass windows surrounding the entire space. On Thanksgiving, Windows on the Park is offering lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. and dinner from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. If you’re making last-minute Thanksgiving plans after moving to Knoxville, this may be the perfect restaurant choice for you as reservations are not required.

What better way to get in the holiday spirit and acquainted with your new town after moving to Knoxville, than getting involved in Thanksgiving celebrations? From turkey trots, to the farmers market, to volunteer opportunities there are plenty of reasons to celebrate the spirit of giving this year. Narrow down what Thanksgiving Day events in Knoxville you’re interested in using this guide from All My Sons Moving & Storage of Knoxville. You’ll be sure to see our local Knoxville movers out there, as well!

1. Hot to Trot 5K/10K/Fun Run – This family-friendly event starts at 7:30 a.m. in front of Fleet Feet Sports and ends back in front of the store for a day of food, fun and celebration. If you haven’t been getting much exercise since moving to Knoxville, this is a great way to put some miles behind you and burn off some of that holiday food.

2. New Harvest Park Farmers Market – Looking for last minute fresh fruits and vegetables before your Thanksgiving dinner? The New Harvest Farmers Market will be open from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at 4700 New Harvest Park Lane. Support local farmers after moving to Knoxville and pick up some locally-grown food to add to your holiday meal.

3. Volunteer at the Love Kitchen – On Thanksgiving, the organization will be preparing to serve 3,000 meals to those less fortunate. Volunteers are needed to help serve over 100 meals at the Love Kitchen and deliver around 2,900 meals to areas around Knoxville.