Your Etsy gift guide (localized)

Win the holidays with gifts from these local Etsy sellers

Gift a sustainable tote bag that’s available in a variety of prints. | Photo via Etsy

Pop quiz, Chattanoogans. What’s better than shopping local? Shopping local from the comfort of your own home, of course. Not only is it one of the best ways to support the local economy, but locally-crafted gifts tend to wow during the holidays (a big win in our book).

To help your holiday shopping, we’ve rounded up 17 products we love from local Etsy shops — some of which hold the coveted Star Seller badge that’s given to sellers who consistently earn 5-star reviews, ship orders on time, and provide great customer service, aka less holiday stress for you.

Psst — Some of these items may sell out quickly due to limited quantities. Click on the link to the Etsy seller’s page to find similar items to gift.

🎁 Under $25

Reusable pear-print grocery tote ($18) | Give the gift of looking good and shopping sustainably with this seller’s reusable bags. | Rangemark

Ugly sweater dog collar ($17.30+) | Get pups in the holiday spirit, ugly sweater style. | Just Dog Gone Cute — Star Seller ⭐️

Personalized toddler pom pom beanie ($20+) | Keep your toddler or newborn’s head warm, and get your own in adult size to match. | Theba Handmade — Star Seller ⭐️

NOOGAtoday_Etsy_Pacifier_Holder — Perfect for babies to snuggle up with. |

🎁 $25-$50

Slip cast porcelain hanging crystal planter ($27) | Modern planters for the friend with too many house plants. | Bean & Bailey

Daisy sherpa pacifier holder ($28.50) | The plush, cuddly design + muted palette of this pacifier makes it perhaps the cutest baby gift ever. | Rhett N Roxie — Star Seller ⭐️

Gold-speckled wine cup ($30) | Gift a wheel-thrown, hand-painted cup for that special someone to enjoy their wine in. | Madhouse Ceramics — Star Seller ⭐️

NOOGAtoday_Rag_Doll_Etsy — A unique, custom toy to gift. |

🎁 $50-$100

Custom rag doll ($95) | This heirloom-quality cloth doll could be a favorite toy for generations. | The Busl Barn

Wildflowers and bee impasto painting ($66+) | Work with the artist + bring spring indoors with a textured impasto oil painting. | Kenzies Cottage — Star Seller ⭐️

Bird watcher gift box ($59) | Practiced birdwatchers or newcomers to the hobby will find something in this box to make that next sighting special. | Stella Erwin’s — Star Seller ⭐️

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Today, Nov. 30

Chattown Poets Open Mic | Wednesday, Nov. 30 | 8 p.m. | Gate 11 Distillery, 1400 Market St., Chattanooga | Free+ | This poetry open mic night will feature a theme of “Dear America” — sign-ups open at 7:30 p.m.
Asian Lantern Festival at the Chattanooga Zoo | Wednesday, Nov. 30-Sunday, Jan. 15 | 6-10 p.m. | Chattanooga Zoo, 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave., Chattanooga | $16.50-$21.50 | Light up your night with illuminated lanterns + interactive displays to celebrate the art, culture, and beauty of traditional Asian lantern festivals.*

Thursday, Dec. 1

Arts Alive! | Thursday, Dec. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | ClearStory Arts, 1673 S. Holtzclaw Ave., Chattanooga | $7-$10 | This art show features live music, poetry, and painting.

Friday, Dec. 2

Food Truck Friday | Friday, Dec. 2 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Kitchen Incubator of Chattanooga, 5704 Marlin Rd., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | Grab your lunch from 15 local food trucks during this event.

Saturday, Dec. 3

MAINx24 | Saturday, Dec. 3-Sunday, Dec. 4 | Various times | Southside, various locations | Free+ | Prepare for this 24-hour festival celebrating Main Street and Chattanooga’s Southside with a parade, music, cook-offs, poetry reading, and lots more.
Gingerbread Workshops | Saturday, Dec. 3 | Various times | Creative Discovery Museum, 321 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | $55 | Decorate pre-built gingerbread houses, enjoy cookies and hot cocoa, and more — price includes museum admission.

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Weather

60º | Partly cloudy with rain | 75% chance of rain ☁️

Development

The restoration of the building that once held Chattanooga’s Classic Coin and Jewelry store downtown is expected to be completed early next year. The building will offer both retail + office space to potential users, with plans to seek LEED Design status. 🏢 (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

Holiday

This Friday, Dec. 2, Hamilton County will host its first-ever Christmas tree lighting in front of the courthouse. The lighting will take place from 5-7 p.m. and include performances by the Hixson High School Choir and Chattanooga State Choir + appearances by Santa and Buddy the Elf. 🎄 (NewsChannel 9)

Edu

UTC is partnering with 11 local logistics companies to offer employment pipelines for eligible UTC Freight Broker Professional Program students. UTC will host an Open House on Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 5:30-7 p.m. for those interested in learning more about the program + meeting employer partners. (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)
Chattanooga Charter of Excellence is relocating its high school program to Alton Park in time for the 2023-24 school year, with applications open now. The high school building will be open for tours from 1-3 p.m. on Jan. 18, Jan. 25, and Feb. 8.

State

First Lady Maria Lee recently launched a 12 Days of Giving social media campaign to highlight Tennessee nonprofits. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Chattanooga made the list for day four, which will take place on Friday, Dec. 2.

Try This

This week’s Ice on the Landing promotions include a Princess Skate Party hosted by Hits 96 on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 12-2 p.m. + a meet and greet with Santa Claus on Sunday, Dec. 4 from 3-4 p.m. ⛸️

History

The UTC Library’s Special Collections department secured a $3,630 grant to digitize documents + photographs detailing Chattanooga’s history of labor and industry. Special Collections will digitize 200+ photographs and ~134 pages of materials documenting early manufacturing companies. (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)

Noogan

Former Chattanoogan Azusa Dance — who performs as “SHESHE” — was recently featured in a New York Times article about NYC buskers. Check it out here. (The New York Times)

Announced

Take your love for NOOGAtoday to the next level by joining our new membership program. Support local journalism while enjoying perks like: exclusive birthday deals, shoutouts on our member wall, discounts from our online shop (Six & Main) + more. 🎉

Seasonal

We’re all about staying warm throughout the colder months, which means we’re leveling up our typical outerwear to something a little toastier. Enter: heated jackets. We love this one for its three different heat levels and this slim fit option with 5,000+ five star reviews.*

Correction

Yesterday, we mistakenly called the Chattanooga Theatre Center’s upcoming performance, “Every Christmas Story Ever Told,” a youth show. The Theatre Center’s youth show is completely separate and will take place weekends Dec. 9-18.

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You won’t be Saint Nick-less this year

Where to see Santa in Chattanooga

Get ready to get Santa-mental with these holiday photo opportunities. | Photo by Cottonbro Studio via Pexels

Get your holiday wish list ready, Santa Claus is ~~coming to~~ in town. It’s officially the season to take the kiddos to visit Santa + take the perfect photos for your holiday cards.

Here’s a list of local spots to see Old Saint Nick:

Continuous events

The Chattanooga Choo Choo | Daily until Friday, Dec. 23 | Various times | Schedule your session + select your photo package online.

North Pole Limited Christmas Train | Various dates until Friday, Dec. 23 | Various times | Take a family-friendly + holiday-themed train ride to the “North Pole” with a surprise visit from Santa. Must book online.

Hamilton Place Mall | Daily until Saturday, Dec. 24 | Various times | Visits are free, and photo packages + keepsakes are available for purchase. Santa James will also make an appearance on Dec. 7 + 8 this year.

Northgate Mall | Daily until Saturday, Dec. 24 | Various times | Visits are free and photo packages are available for purchase (there are even options for your furry friends).

Special events

Food City (4510 Hwy. 58) | Wednesday, Nov. 30 | 6-8 p.m. | Bring your phone or camera to take photos with Santa.

The Read House Hotel | Friday, Dec. 9 | 5-8 p.m. | Enjoy live entertainment, complimentary hot chocolate, cider, and cookies + pictures with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at the hotel’s Holiday Jubilee.

DON'T BE A LOST CLAUS

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Kristen.

Editor’s pick: Fellow literature lovers, I’ve got some great news. David Sedaris is coming to Chattanooga’s Walker Theatre on April 11. You’ve got time to brush up on some of his works — I highly recommend “Calypso” and “The Best of Me” — before he comes to town.

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