Knoxville-based singer/songwriter Kevin Abernathy will perform Friday, Nov. 1, at Hiwassee College, 225 Hiwassee College Drive, in Madisonville, Tenn., his first show in his hometown. The concert is a benefit for the Monroe Area Council for the Arts and the Hiwassee College auditorium. The Americana artist made his solo debut in 2012 with “Some Stories.” Doors open at 7 p.m., and the all-ages show starts at 7:30. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students. Tickets are available online at www.monroearts.com or by phone at 423-442-3210.