There’s a wide world of Chattanooga-themed topics to discuss on the horizon.| Photo by NOOGAtoday
Allow us to set the scene — Thanksgiving, 2022. Aunt Mildred’s house. Dinner is served, and the conversation has just begun...
It’s awkward. Cringey. And you know the topic of your relationship status is incoming — so you stop it in its tracks + bring up one of these Chattanooga-themed conversation starters. Thanksgiving dinner saved. 🙌
The best Thanksgiving side dish
According to this map, Tennesseans’ favorite side dish for Thanksgiving is sweet potato casserole — but what’s the table’s take on that? We’re just glad we’re not living in Maine...
The Broad Street reimagining
Back in September, the City of Chattanooga, Chattanooga Design Studio, and River City Co. started asking Chattanoogans to help create a plan for Broad Street’s future. So, here comes the table topic — how would you reimagine Broad Street? Better bike lanes? Wider sidewalks? More trees? Discuss. (And afterwards, take the survey before it closes next week.)
Fun facts about Chattanooga
Impress your friends and family with these 15 interesting facts about the city. Quiz them on which ones they do or don’t know — like how many historically significant women named Mary Walker lived in Chattanooga.
Why Chattanooga is the best
Have family visiting from out of town and secretly enjoy starting a fight at the table? Bring up all the reasons why Chattanooga is significantly better than any other city in Tennessee — we even have points to make you seem super impartial, like the fact that Knoxville is fine if you like that particular color of orange.
Local lore
Ask the table to share their theories on local lore. Our suggestions: the legend of Green Eyes (is it just deer or the spirit of a soldier?), Underground Chattanooga (is the old Chattanooga buried below downtown’s streets?), or Shipley Hollow (do you believe the many creepy accounts from over the years?).
EPB Holiday Windows Unveiling | Wednesday, Nov. 23 | 5 p.m. | EPB Main Office, 10 W. MLK Blvd., Chattanooga | Free | Come to the grand unveiling of EPB’s holiday windows — an annual tradition that dates back to the WWII era.
Thursday, Nov. 24
The 10th Annual Stuffing Strut | Thursday, Nov. 24 | 8-10 a.m. | Chester Frost Park, 2277 Gold Point Cir. N., Hixson | $30 | Participants support the Northside Neighborhood House, Soddy Daisy Food Bank, Jim Wilson Fund at Soddy Daisy Middle School, and Dallas Bay Fire Department.
Friday, Nov. 25
Reindeer on the Riverfront & Lighted Boat Parade | Friday, Nov. 25 | 4-8 p.m. | Ross’s Landing, 100 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Get photos with Santa, visit live reindeer, take mini train rides, warm up by a fire pit + take in the lighted boat parade.
Christmas Toy Drive and Tribute Night | Friday, Nov. 25 | 7 p.m. | Level Up Arcade & Billiards, 3801 Ringgold Rd., Chattanooga | $10 or toy donation | Bring a new unwrapped toy or a $10 donation cover to enjoy your favorite songs performed by local musicians.
Saturday, Nov. 26
Small Business Saturday Market | Saturday, Nov. 26 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | Free+ | Shop local at this Small Business Saturday market to find unique, handmade gifts perfect for the holidays.
Family Bike Day | Saturday, Nov. 26 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Bring your bikes and the whole family to see more of Reflection Riding’s property.
Sunday, Nov. 27
Artful Yoga with Suzanne Sabourin | Sunday, Nov. 27 | 1:30-3 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View Ave., Chattanooga | $5 | Enjoy an art-inspired yoga practice with instructor Suzanne Sabourin.
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.
The City of East Ridge offices and public library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 24 + Friday, November 25 in observance of Thanksgiving. All properties scheduled for Thursday garbage pickup and recycling services will be collected today, and Friday’s collection will take place on Monday, Nov. 28.
Health
CARTA + Volunteer Behavioral Health has joined forces to increase awareness of behavioral health issues and the treatment services that are available in the community. CARTA’s electric shuttle now has signage to direct people in crisis and non-crisis scenarios where to call for support locally. ❤️
Community
Looking for somewhere to take the kids now that school is out for Thanksgiving break? The City of Chattanooga + its partners are collaborating to host various free events this week for teens and families to spend the break safely.
Cause
Clever Alehouse is partnering with Northside Neighborhood House to host a holiday drivebenefiting the Santa’s Workshop Program. From 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1, NNH will be at the restaurant to collect gifts + monetary donations. Clever will also donate 10% of food sales to the program.
Pets
McKamey Animal Center will extend its hours on Friday, Nov. 25 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. for its Black Furday adoption event. If you bring an item off MAC’s wishlist, you can spin the adoption wheel for discounts + prizes. 🐾
Arts
The Association for Visual Arts Annual Member Salon Show will run from Wednesday, Nov. 30-Friday, Dec. 23 + an end-of-the-year celebratory reception will take place on Saturday, Dec. 1. The events will celebrate and highlight the 187 works of art from AVA’s 98 member artists.
Travel
According to AAA, air travel over the holiday weekend is predicted to be up ~8% over 2021 with 4.5 million Americans flying to their Thanksgiving destinations. If you’re flying out of Chattanooga Airport, make sure to check out our tips for making your trip as smooth as possible. ✈️
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Prepped for the big day only to have the turkey burnt, the green beans mushy, and the mashed potatoes bland?
While most restaurants open for dine-in on Thanksgiving are now full of reservations, there are still a few spots you can drop by last-minute.
🍗 City Café Diner, various locations | Open 24 hours (downtown location — other locations close at 12 a.m.)
Enjoy City Café's already-extensive menu, plus Thanksgiving specials like a roast turkey dinner, spiral ham, and sides ranging from mashed potatoes to squash casserole.
Grab a bite at this local bar + enjoy a show from artist in residency Bemi Allen. Pro tip: hot mulled wine is back for the holidays, and the curry cauliflower pasty is delicious any day of the year.
🍗 Hoptown Beer Bar, 9431 Bradmore Ln., Ooltewah | Open 5-11 p.m.
Sip on Thanksgiving drink specials at this nearby bar with craft beer, cocktails, and wine + jumbo pretzels from Bluff View Bakery.
THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Brianna.
Editor’s pick: With that, I’m off for the week, Chattanooga. I’ll be spending some time with family and eating my fair share of stuffing + cranberry sauce. I’m also dying to try The Friendly Feast’s Roasted Delicata Squash recipe — find it below.
Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Spice up your Thanksgiving table with these local recipes.
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