See fashion designs come to life on the runway. | Photo by Emily Coates via Chattanooga Fashion Expo
Move over New York City and Milan, our own Fashion Week is coming to the Scenic City.
The Chattanooga Fashion Expo returns to Chattanooga Thursday, Nov. 17-Sunday, Nov. 20 with aims to create high-quality fashion industry education, provide networking + mentorship opportunities, and showcase the art and talent of some of the region’s emerging and established creatives.
The inaugural event launched in 2021, and this year’s Chattanooga Fashion Expo will feature four days of non-stop action including runway shows, educational opportunities, and entertaining events you won’t find anywhere else.
Tickets for each event can be purchased online, and a VIP four-day experience package is also available for purchase to receive access to each event + additional perks.
Runway shows
“Hair Peace: The Black Hair Journey” | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 6-8 p.m. | The Hunter Museum | $35 | Opening night show
“Alice in Sewing Wonderland” | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 4 p.m. | Chattanooga Convention Center | $20 | Emerging show
“The Four Elements” | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 7 p.m. | Chattanooga Convention Center | $45 | Main runway showcase
Educational events
Friday Educational Program | Friday, Nov. 18 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Edney Innovation Center | Free, RSVP | Participate in workshops on the business + future of fashion, hair and makeup techniques, building a brand, and more.
Explore Chattanooga Food Tasting & Art/Fashion Tour | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Various locations | $45 | Join Chatt Taste for a tour curated to highlight food, art, and fashion.
Bonus: Head to CFE’s events page for parties + more celebrations.
Shaggy Woven Wall Art | Wednesday, Nov. 16 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $55 | Learn how to use basic weaving techniques to create a shag-style “floof” weaving for your wall.
Katherine Blanford | Wednesday, Nov. 16 | 7 p.m. | The Comedy Catch at the Choo Choo, 29 Station St., Chattanooga | $17+ | Katherine Blanford has brought her “human Golden Retriever” comedy presence to stages across the country.
Thursday, Nov. 17
Gratefull | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Bessie Smith Cultural Center, 200 E. MLK Blvd., Chattanooga | Free | This community Thanksgiving event has no fee, no expectations, and no agenda.
Nature by the Pint | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 6-7 p.m. | Barley Chattanooga, 235 E. MLK Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | This month’s event will feature Dr. Joey Shaw, who will discuss wildflowers of the southeast.
Friday, Nov. 18
Save Water, Drink Wine Mini Event | Friday, Nov. 18 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Signal Mountain Nursery, 1100 Hubbard Rd., Signal Mountain | $20+ | If you love Save Water, Drink Wine, this mini version at Signal Mountain Nursery is for you.
If These Walls Could Talk... | Friday, Nov. 18-Sunday, Nov. 20 | Various times | Coosa Mill, 1800 S. Watkins St., Chattanooga | $37.50-$90 | Choose your own adventure as you explore an old textile mill filled with music, art, dance, craft beverages, and more entertainment.
We have amonthly 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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Civic
East Ridge City Council recently selected an interim City Manager after Chris Dorsey announced his resignation. The council unanimously voted for Scott Miller, East Ridge City Manager from 2016-2018, to fill the position. (Local 3)
Sports
The BlueCross Bowl Tennessee state high school football championships will return to Chattanooga for the second consecutive year. The championship will take place Dec. 1-3 at Finley Stadium, and tickets are on sale now. 🏈
Seasonal
EPB will unveil its holiday windows on Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 5 p.m. This annual tradition — which dates back to the WWII era — transforms EPB’s downtown office windows into a holiday wonderland. View last year’s windows here.
Santa Claus is heading to the Hamilton Place Mall starting this Friday, Nov. 17. Santa will be available through Dec. 24 — visits are free, but photo packages are available for purchase. Reserve your visit online. 🎅
Biz
Locally-based business messaging platform Text Request recently released its 2023 State of Business Texting Report. The report explores the increasing popularity of B2C texting among consumers, highlights business use cases, and suggests growth opportunities. View the full report here.
Eat
It’s time to register your team + purchase early bird tickets for Green Spaces’ World Heavyweight Chili Championship — a major event at MAINx24. Besides a lot of fun, the event doubles as one of Green Spaces’ biggest fundraisers of the year. 🌶️
Film
Lookout Wild Film Fest is coming up Jan. 12-15, and this Friday, you can get a preview. Beginning at 7 p.m., Wanderlinger Brewing Co. will host the film fest’s trailer debut with specialty beer brewed just for LWFF + music. 📽️
Number
1,220,409. That’s how many Tennesseans AAA predicts will travel by car over the Thanksgiving weekend. The organization also predicts that 38,464 will travel by air + 10,941 will take other forms of transportation — stay safe out there, folks. (The Pulse)
DYK
Did you know this is your last chance to share yourBlack Friday deals with our NOOGAtoday readers? Promote your business with us by submitting a deal to be included in our Friday, Nov. 25 newsletter. Pricing varies by market + must be submitted by today, Wednesday, Nov. 16.
Job
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Community
Already making plans for the weekend? From ice skating to live music and holiday art, check out this list of must-do activities happening this weekend. 🗓️ *
Shop
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You’ll get a chance to see Scuba Claus throughout the month of December. | Photo by Casey Phillips via Tennessee Aquarium
You may have seen Santa Claus climbing down your chimney or flying through the air, but have you seen him underwater?
Guests at the Tennessee Aquarium might get a chance to see Scuba Claus spreading holiday cheers alongside the aquarium’s beloved underwater residents.
As part of the annual Holidays Under the Peaks celebration, Scuba Claus will make an appearance on Dec. 3, 10 + 17 at 2 p.m. From Nov. 25 through Dec. 21, guests can also enjoy festive music while exploring decorated halls and galleries packed with seasonal surprises.
THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Kristen.
Editor’s pick: Yesterday was my one-year anniversarywith NOOGAtoday! It’s been a quick year, but I have loved and cherished every second of meeting and working with some of Chattanooga’s finest + getting to tell some amazing stories along the way.
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