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‘Tis the season for giving back

50+ volunteer opportunities in Chattanooga
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Volunteers can help with farm maintenance and harvesting efforts at Crabtree Farms. | Photo by Julie Ellison via Crabtree Farms
Maybe you have some extra time on your hands, or maybe you’re just in the giving spirit.

All we know is there are more than enough great causes in Chattanooga to support with your time. Whether you’re an animal lover, an artsy type, a natural mentor, or a healthcare enthusiast — there’s a nearby volunteer opportunity for you. Here are 30+ ways to get involved in Chattanooga.

For the outdoorsy types

Green Steps | Green Steps hosts monthly community cleanups to pick up litter around the city.

Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center | Volunteer at a monthly weed wrangle, or lend your hand by helping with the grounds and gardening, environmental education, welcome services, or maintenance.

Crabtree Farms | Volunteer on the farm at November volunteer days, or apply for Crabtree Farms’ seasonal WorkShare volunteer program.

If you’re interested in healthcare

Erlanger Health System | Erlanger offers a Service Learning College Volunteer Program, a summer VolunTEENS program, and special event volunteer opportunities.

CHI Memorial | Fill out CHI Memorial’s volunteer application to provide your areas of volunteer interest.

Natural-born teachers and mentors

Girls Inc. | Choose from volunteer opportunities like reading with girls, helping out in the office, or working an event.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Chattanooga | Become a mentor to a high school student, or try community or school-based mentoring for less of a time commitment.

If you’re passionate about supporting local minority groups

Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga | Assistance ranges from helping to prepare Mitzvah Meals and installing exhibits to making calls to homebound clients and conducting oral histories.

Bridge Refugee Services | Volunteering with Bridge can involve shopping for groceries for new arrivals, transporting individuals, helping with online English tutoring, and more.

If you want to help your neighbors in need

Chatt Foundation (formerly Chattanooga Community Kitchen) | The Chatt Foundation’s greatest volunteer needs are in food service, but there are various other opportunities — Thanksgiving volunteer sign-ups are open now.

Northside Neighborhood House | Volunteer by working in NNH’s CommUNITY schools or thrift stores, or by assisting with special events.
23 MORE WAYS TO VOLUNTEER

The causes I feel most passionate about are…

A. Arts and cultural institutions
B. People experiencing homelessness
C. Minority and disadvantaged groups
D. Pets and animals
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Today, Nov. 9
Thursday, Nov. 10
  • Chattanooga Winexperience | Thursday, Nov. 10-Saturday, Nov. 12 | Various times | Various locations | $15-$150 | This three-day celebration of wine and southern feel will feature tastings, music, food, and more.
  • Holiday Sweatshirt Embroidery | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $38 | Bring your favorite sweatshirt to personalize with holiday embroidery.
  • The One Woman Art Show | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Craft Axe Throwing, 619 Camp Jordan Pkwy., Chattanooga | Price of admission | Check out local artist Lin B. Prabish’s work while throwing some axes — and get 10% off artwork on this night only.
Friday, Nov. 11
  • Campfire Concert with The Afternooners | Friday, Nov. 11 | 6-10 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga | $25-$30 | Enjoy an outdoor concert by the Afternooners around a campfire with s’mores + drinks.
Saturday, Nov. 12
  • The Alley Artwalk Project | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 12-4 p.m. | Cooper’s Alley, 10 E. 7th St., Chattanooga | Free | This one-of-a-kind experience allows you to vote on your favorite mannequin art piece + enjoy music and entertainment.
  • Touch-A-Truck Chattanooga | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Warner Park, 1100 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $5-$20 | At this family-friendly, hands-on event, kids will get the opportunity to explore, climb, and touch trucks of all kinds.
Sunday, Nov. 13
  • SHE BOP Popup | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Moxy Chattanooga, 1220 King St., Chattanooga | Free+ | This SHE BOP event will feature 30 vintage vendors, a community clothing swap, and food served by Cashew.

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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A day in the life of a ChattState student 📚

Try This: A day in the life of a ChattState student 📚
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ChattState student ambassadors gave Editor Kristen a campus tour. | Photo by the NOOGAtoday team
Ready to get schooled? City Editor Kristen here. 👋 I recently got the chance to go back to school and live a day in the life of a ChattState student. From picnics by the amphitheater to quiet time in the chill room, ChattState has something for every student to enjoy.

What we tried

We had the opportunity to tour ChattState’s 150-acre campus to check out some of the amenities + resources available for students on a daily basis — spoiler alert, there are a ton.

Dr. Gladys H. Crates Memorial Amphitheater
Students often gather by the amphitheater to listen to the student-run radio show + the space hosts a plethora of outdoor events. Bonus: we were told one of the best picnic spots on campus is behind the amphitheater.

Kolwyck Library & Information Commons (KLIC)
The KLIC has space for students to gather in groups to study in private rooms or quiet areas for students to work without being disturbed. The library also posts all the upcoming events + programs students can participate in.

Chattanooga State Cafés
ChattState’s campus has two cafés for students to grab meals from, along with plenty of snack bars. Students even have access to a Be Caffeinated location on campus to get their coffee fix.

Keep reading to see how the rest of my day on campus went.*
THE TOUR CONTINUES

Weather
  • 73º | Mostly sunny | 0% chance of rain ☀️
Community
  • The Chattanooga Music Census deadline was extended to this Friday, Nov. 11. If you help make music happen in Chattanooga, take the census here. 🎵
  • A Cherokee Cultural Celebration will take place Saturday, Nov. 12-Sunday, Nov. 13 at Red Clay State Historic Park. The event will feature demonstrations, traditional dancing, and craft + food vendors. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Health
  • The Hamilton County Health Department will offer free flu shots today at Orchard Knob Baptist from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Anyone over the age of 18 is eligible with no appointment necessary — drive-thru + walk-up options are available.
Biz
  • Chattanooga’s Downtown Council will celebrate its 25th anniversary today. The community is invited to its free celebration at High Rail at the Chattanoogan Hotel for a happy hour from 4:30-6:30 p.m. The first 50 people to pre-register will receive a free drink. 🎉
Arts
  • ArtsBuild recently opened applications for its 2023-24 Hamilton County High School Visual Art Competition. Students in grades 9-12 are invited to submit artwork responding to the theme “Community,” with winning art to be on display at the Hamilton County Courthouse + Chattanooga Library.
Tech
  • Interested in data science, AI, and machine learning? Then ChaTech’s first in an ongoing series of Data Science Chattanooga gatherings on Thursday, Nov. 11 is for you. Registration for the event is free and drinks, snacks, swag + giveaway drawings will also be included.
Cause
  • Northside Neighborhood House is seeking donations for its “Santa’s Workshop” — where families get to “shop” for toys, books, and coats for their children. New, unwrapped toys can be donated to the NNH Main Agency (211 Minor St.). 🧸
Learn
  • Looking to flex those writing muscles? Author Wesley Fulkerson will lead SoLit’s upcoming writer’s workshop on Thursday, Dec. 8, which will combine writing + psychology to help create more authentic characters. The workshop is open to 20 participants — register online. ✒️
Plan Ahead
  • Girl’s Leadership Summit, a free one-day summit for local girls, will take place on Feb. 11 at UTC’s Student Center. The summit will focus on providing support, awareness + understanding around the topics of teen dating violence.
Fact or Fiction
  • If you install solar panels on your home, you’re considered “off the grid” and will never have to worry about another energy bill. Fact or fiction? See the answer from the EPB Energy Pros. ☀️ *
Active
  • Meet Helen, SPENGA Chattanooga’s newest instructor. Originally from Sweden, Helen’s passion for health and wellness turned into more than a hobby when she got certified as a personal trainer in 2015. Interested in working with her? Check the schedule + book an upcoming SPENGA session. 💪 *
Wellness
  • Did you know? BetterHelp is the world’s largest online therapy platform. Getting started is easy: Take a quick quiz and get matched with a licensed therapist within 48 hours. Join over 3.5 million others and sign up today for 25% off (read: save up to $75). 📲 *
The Word
  • ProCelinyl™, a brand-new molecule that is revolutionizing the hair loss industry. Not to split hairs here, but this molecule targets follicles directly to bring hair back into an active, vibrant state. Learn more.*
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State and Federal General Election Results

State and Federal General Election Results 2022
An "I voted" sticker held in front of the Hamilton County Election Commission.
View the recent election results below. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
First things first, props to you for making your voice heard this year. 🗳️

You’ve done your civic duty + now you’re probably wondering about the 2022 election results.

As of 10:30 p.m. last night, the Associated Press reported that Tennessee’s Governor will remain Incumbent Republican Bill Lee. AP also called the race for US House of Representatives District 3, reporting Incumbent Republican Chuck Fleischmann as the winner.

Find remaining election results via the Hamilton County Election Commission’s results tracker.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Brianna.

Editor’s pick: On Monday, we asked how many of you are part of Turkey Trot families. Here’s what the breakdown was:

Yes, and I love it | 35.82%
Yes, and I hate it | 1.49%
No, I sleep in on Thanksgiving | 53.73%
Depends on the year | 8.96%

Sounds like you folks enjoy your sleep, and for that, we can’t blame you.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Check out these Veterans Day events.
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Editorial: Brianna Williams, Kristen Templeton, Dayten Rose, Josh Kranzberg, Ashlea Hearn, Emily Shea, Victoria Bardega | Send us a scoop, question, or feedback.

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