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Kid-friendly activities in Chattanooga
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Chattanooga, TN has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
February 13, 2026 12:43 PM
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18 murals around Chattanooga
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
March 3, 2025
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Ishmael Reed sitting with his arms crossed in front of a bookshelf filled with various books.
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Culture on 4 returns featuring poet and novelist Ishmael Reed
Locals will have the opportunity to hear from one of Chattanooga’s greatest writers, Ishmael Reed.
February 21, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGA | Audubon Summer Camp
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20+ summer camps for the kiddos in Chattanooga
It will be summertime before you know it — which means no school for the kids. Here are some local summer camps to check out.
February 19, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
Illuminated sculpture of a tree-like figure with a human face at night, featuring glowing green foliage and colorful lanterns resembling flowers and fruits. The figure’s face is detailed with vines and plants forming its features. Bright floral and animal-shaped lanterns surround the sculpture.
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SeaLight Festival coming to Sculpture Fields at Montague Park
Things are looking extra bright over at Sculpture Fields at Montague Park.
February 13, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Date night ideas
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Date night ideas in Chattanooga
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Scenic City.
February 10, 2025
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Four images showing the six actresses in SIX performing onstage with microphones and full costumes.
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Broadway smash-hit “SIX” arrives in February
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A piece of Ivory in the shape of a hair comb with various markings scratched onto the surface.
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This ancient artifact is a must-read
The discovery of a historical object that shaped our understanding of the modern-day alphabet has local ties, and Collegedale is the only place in the U.S. to see it.
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NOOGAtoday | Zach Riddle Art
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Q+A with Zach Riddle Art
Hear more about this local artist’s country-wide project rooted in the mission of investing in yourself.
January 24, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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Find a new hobby or club in Chattanooga
We’re feeling inspired this year to try new things — join us in finding a new craft or community to be a part of in the Scenic City.
January 23, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Scenic Stitches introduces a fiber arts festival in Chattanooga
A new arts festival is hitting the Scenic City, bringing crafters and creatives together for a weekend at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
January 21, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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