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Culture
“Impact Zones” now on view at the Hunter
Next time you’re visiting the Hunter Museum of American Art, check out the two-part art installation “Impact Zones.”
September 10, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Introducing Chattanooga’s new literacy program: Beats and Books
Learn more about the recently-launched Beats and Books literacy program aimed at promoting literacy, fostering community, and improving education resources.
September 6, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Obvious Dad and Southern Exposure’s new theatrical partnership
What happens when a local theater company + a performing arts program join forces? Read along to find out.
September 5, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | James Baldwin Festival of Words
Culture
James Baldwin Festival of Words schedule announced
The Chattanooga Festival of Black Arts & Ideas will host a festival to honor James Baldwin from Friday, Aug. 25-Sunday, Aug. 27.
August 13, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Field trip season has begun with ArtsBuild’s “Imagine!” program
ArtsBuild has partnered with seven organizations around the Scenic City to bring arts education to elementary school children — find out how to sign up for a field trip.
August 12, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
Meet Daniel D. Smith, local author + US Navy veteran
We sat down with this Chattanooga author to discuss his fifth book and first novel, “The Biltmore’s Mona Lisa” — find out how his life has shaped the makings of this heist tale.
July 29, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
Chattanooga to become a World of Bluegrass
Chattanooga Tourism Co. has announced the city’s newest festival for the next three years — tune in as we string the details together.
July 29, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Songbirds
Culture
Updated Arts Venue Guide released to support local arts
ArtsBuild has released its updated and expanded Arts Venue Guide, aimed at connecting local artists with helpful resources.
July 18, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Behind the mystery of the street smiley face mosaics
Have you stumbled upon these mysterious mosaics that have popped up around town, filling former potholes?
July 1, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | "Unearthing Boldness"
Culture
Public art unveiled in honor of Bessie Smith and Blue Goose Hollow
A new sculpture has been unveiled as part of the Bessie Smith + Blue Goose Hollow Artistic Trailhead Marker Project.
June 28, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Where did Chattanoogans shop in the 1950s?
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