Stop by Immersion Gallery’s location at 231 Broad St. for a sneak peek video. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
Deemed one part gallery, one part theater, and one part funhouse, a new art venue concept will open in Chattanooga on Friday, Dec. 9.
Immersion Galley will have its soft opening this week at 231 Broad St. (the former Rock/Creek downtown location). The concept sprung from the mind of local artist Kevin Bate — you may recognize him from his work on the Glass Street asphalt mural, spearheading the McCallie Walls Mural Project, or creating the Fallen Five mural + several other murals around town.
The venue’s opening night will showcase local + regional talent from 25 artists and includes over 150 pieces of art ranging across all mediums that will be available for purchase (think: painters, sculptors, poets, dancers, animators, programmers, etc).
The event is an immersive experience, with “interconnected, ever-changing” rooms. Bate said attendees can “get lost in” the art, music, books, videos, and other aspects of the rooms as they move through the show. The first installment of the show will feature these rooms:
“The Wunderkammer-Cabinet of Wonders” | The anchor exhibit focused on items collected and displayed by people who are curious about the world they live in + what they’ve gotten from it
“Blue Ruin” | A collection of the bluest art that could be sourced
“Plant Based” | An experience not just for your eyes, but for all of your senses
“Serial Killers + Pinups” | Creep back to the Annex for this room filled with the seediest + saddest people you’ll ever lay eyes on (if you dare)
“The Alley Artwalk” | In partnership with River City Co., 3D art that celebrates life + colorful emotions
You can attend the one-of-a-kind gallery’s opening night this Friday from 5-10 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase online — this show is for folks 21 years and older.
Shows are planned to change quarterly, with several shows taking place each quarter. For more information on upcoming shows + events, follow Immersion Gallery’s Facebook page.
Food Illustration: Intermediate Procreate | Tuesday, Dec. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery, virtual | $20 | In this class, you will be taught how to draw a recipe in the Procreate app on your iPad.
Wednesday, Dec. 7
Arts for Older Adults: Step-by-Step Beginner Acrylic Painting | Wednesday, Dec. 7 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | This beginner-friendly acrylic painting class includes all the materials you’ll need to create your own painting.
Grandparenting at Reflection Riding | Wednesday, Dec. 7 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga | $5, RSVP | Join for a session with Dr. Zelma Lansford, author of “Grandparents are for Making Memories” — the session is free for members.
Green Drinks | Wednesday, Dec. 7 | 5-7 p.m. | Chattanooga Brewing Co., 1804 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Celebrate the last Green Drinks of the year, co-hosted by the Main Street Farmers Market.
Thursday, Dec. 8
Free Family Fun Night | Thursday, Dec. 8 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Creative Discovery Museum, 321 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Enjoy a free night at the museum after hours.
Friday, Dec. 9
Bode for the Holidays Launch | Friday, Dec. 9 | All day | Bode Chattanooga, 730 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | Free+, RSVP | Bode Chattanooga is transforming into a reimagined Christmas wonderland with a month-long holiday pop-up.
“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” | Friday, Dec. 9 | 7 p.m. | Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St., Chattanooga | $15-$20 | This musical adaptation of the holiday classic is appropriate for all ages.
We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Steve Everett was recently voted as the City of Soddy-Daisy’s new mayor by commissioners. The city’s former Fire Chief Jim Coleman was unanimously voted vice mayor. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Coming Soon
HoneySeed, a new eatery specializing in Montréal bagels and wood-fired pizza, will open tomorrow, Dec. 7. The spot will serve breakfast + brunch all day, with pizza being served after 4 p.m. —plus a full bar with local brews on tap. 🥯
Development
Local developer Jason Farmer has plans for ~168 townhomes near a new stretch of the South Chickamauga Creek Greenway. The estimated $42 million project will feature one and two-level townhomes at 4065 Caine Ln. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
State
Gov. Bill Lee recently announced a new transportation proposal, “Build With Us.” The plan’s goals include providing quality infrastructure in rural and urban communities + blunt congestion without raising the gas tax or going into debt. Read more about the initiative here.
Biz
On Wednesday, Dec. 7, The Enterprise Center will host a happy hour focused on inclusive career conversations and connections. The event will take place at The Edney from 4-6 p.m. RSVP here.
Community
A campaign by the American Heart Association + local partners is working to encourage young girls to pursue careers in STEM. STEM Goes Red is an extension of the Go Red for Women movement, which empowers communities to build a sustainable culture of health. (The Pulse)
Traffic
Getta road of this — according to QuoteWizard’s “Best and Worst Drivers by State” report, Tennessee has the 23rd worst drivers in America. Allow us to remind you of these local alternative modes of transportation. 🚗
Try This
On Wednesday, Dec. 7, Ice on the Landingwill share 20% of all proceeds made within 5-9 p.m. with the Children’s Hospital at Erlanger. On Thursday, Dec. 8, children ages 12 + under can skate free with a paid adult from 5-9 p.m. ⛸️
Holiday
It’s lit, Nooga. Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights is back with dazzling lights and exciting experiences through a winter wonderland of 30 brightly lit holiday scenes — plus decorating Gingerbread cookies with Mrs. Claus, live music, and more. Check the latest CHA Spotlight for a preview of festive fun.🎄 *
Shop
We can’t stop thinking about the luxurious floral embroidery on this beautiful red and black dress — and it would be perfect to wear to Chattanooga Ballet’s “Nutcracker” performance, too. The best part? It can be in your closet by Saturday with code RTRx6AM.*
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Funds raised from the sale of the limited-time ornament will benefit Signal Centers’ Hart Gallery. | Photo by Doug Strickland via Signal Centers
Whether your holiday decorations have been up way before the month of December, or you’re just now bringing your tree out of storage — we have some local additions for this year’s tree.
Here are some Chattanooga-themed + locally made ornaments you can purchase in town or online.
Inaugural Chattanooga Ornament | Purchase at Hart Gallery or online | The City of Chattanooga partnered with Signal Centers to create the official ornament of the city — a brass portrait of Chattanooga City Hall.
Walnut Street Bridge wooden ornament | Purchase on Etsy | Reader Todd W. shared this local maker’s wooden tree ornaments of the Market and Walnut Street Bridges — some of the ornaments are currently on backorder, so keep that in mind when purchasing.
Chattanooga ornaments by Jaime Barks | Purchase at Locals Only Gifts and Goods | Pick from Walnut Street Bridge, Tivoli Theatre, and Chattanooga Choo Choo ornaments.
Editor’s pick: Did you know that Fountainhead Taproom recently rolled out a ton of new food options for lunch + dinner? I recently tried out the Hot Pimento Cheese app and the Korean Sesame Beef Bowl and have to say they were beyond delicious. Pro tip: If the rainy weather has you wanting to stay at home, you can also grab your meal to-go.
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