Legislative Update. Join the Knoxville Chamber for a virtual briefing on proposed legislation for the upcoming session and a review of the legislative agenda developed by policy leaders at the Knoxville Chamber, Blount Partnership and Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce. Friday, Feb. 5, 7:30-9 a.m. Register, Information

SATURDAY, FEB. 6

Red Shoe Virtual Gala

CASA of East Tennessee’s annual event, now in its ninth year, features a Wizard of Oz theme of “There’s No Place Like Home.” The “party in a box” for the virtual event features emcee B97.5 welcome video; pre-recorded virtual entertainment; and access to the silent auction, including a large selection of local goods and experiences. Sponsorships and silent auction donation opportunities are available. Red Shoes are encouraged. Attendees in red shoes can email photos in advance to ada@casaofeasttn.org to be displayed on the virtual platform during the event. 6-9 p.m. $40 per person, $75 per couple. Information

FRIDAY, FEB. 12

Les Trois Chefs outdoors

The event is an annual benefit for Childhelp Tennessee and includes a four-course meal complete with wine pairings and silent and live auctions. The event will be held outdoors in a heated tent. Les Trois Chefs begins at 6:30 p.m. with cocktails and silent auction, followed by dinner and live auction from 8-10 p.m. Attire is business to cocktail. The event raises funds to support the programs and services of Childhelp in East Tennessee, which provides forensic services, medical exams and mental health counseling for victims of child abuse. COVID-19 protocols will be in place. 6:30-10 p.m. $275 per ticket. Lakeshore Park, 6410 S. Northshore, Knoxville. Information

SATURDAY, FEB. 27

Symphony Ball

The annual Knoxville Symphony Ball, now in its 90th year, will be called Knoxville Symphony Mardi Gras in 2021 and will be held virtually. The annual event benefits the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. 6:30-9 p.m. Information

SATURDAY, MARCH 6

KMA L’Amour du Vin Wine Auction and Dinner 2021

L’Amour du Vin partners with Relais & Chateaux property Blackberry Farm to create a spectacular evening, now in its 18th year. Silent auction and wine tasting begin at 6 p.m. with dinner and live auction at 7:30 p.m. A guest chef, vintner and artist will be announced. Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive, Knoxville. Information