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• Green Drinks | Wednesday, Dec. 7 | 5-7 p.m. | Chattanooga Brewing Co., 1804 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | Free+, RSVP | Celebrate the last Green Drinks of the year, co-hosted by the Main Street Farmers Market.
• Voice Acting 101 | Wednesday, Dec. 7 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $25 | This class will focus on developing well-rounded characters, vocal techniques, and tips to boost your recording quality at home.

• YPC After Hours: Ugly Sweater Edition | Thursday, Dec. 8 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Dusk Bar at Bode Chattanooga, 730 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Join the Young Professionals of Chattanooga for an ugly sweater event — spread cheer by bringing an unwrapped gift for the Forgotten Child Fund.
• 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.

• Chattanooga Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” | Friday, Dec. 9-Sunday, Dec. 11 | Various times | Memorial Auditorium, 399 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $19-$65 | This classic performance will also feature the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra performing live + students from Chattanooga Ballet’s school and the region.
• “Every Christmas Story Ever Told” | Friday, Dec. 9-Sunday, Dec. 11 | Various times | Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St., Chattanooga | $20-$25 | Enjoy a comedic retelling of some beloved holiday tales in this annual production.

• Slothrust with Moonkalf | Saturday, Dec. 10 | 7-11 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $20-$25 | Local organization Soft Animal is bringing indie rock band Slothrust to play an intimate rock show in Chattanooga.

• SHE BOP Holiday Market | Sunday, Dec. 11 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Chattanooga Whiskey Event Hall, 890 Riverfront Pkwy., Chattanooga | Free+ | Shop from vendors, sip on Chattanooga Whiskey signature cocktails, enjoy local food + be on the lookout for The Chattanooga Elf.

• The pros shop for you: Every product is independently tested and selected.
• Incredible value: You can give 50% more than what you pay.
• Guaranteed satisfaction: Seriously, folks really love their boxes.

• 69º | Rain | 70% chance of rain 🌧️

• The Budgetel Inn could reopen if certain conditions are met + satisfied, according to Judge Boyd Patterson, who is presiding over the case. The judge will release an official order on Tuesday with terms the owner would have to meet in order for former residents to be able to move back in. (Chattanoogan.com)

• Miller’s Ale House, a sports-themed casual dining restaurant + bar, recently opened an additional location in Hixson. The new spot at 774 Northgate Mall Dr. features more than 60 TVs + 60 menu items.

• East Ridge Animal Services is waiving its adoption fees during the month of December in an effort to secure loving homes for the animals in its care. The shelter is currently at capacity, with no room to spare — cats + dogs are available for adoption. 🐾

• Tickets are on sale for Girls Inc. of Chattanooga’s annual UnBought and UnBossed Luncheon on March 24. The luncheon will recognize the organization’s mentor honorees who have exemplified Girls Inc.’s values. Fun fact: Over 150 local women have been honored at this luncheon over the course of 19 years.

• Already looking forward to your next holiday meal? Main Street Meats recently released its Christmas Take-Home Menu for the holidays. Pre-sale orders can be made now online — the deadline to place your order is Friday, Dec. 16 + pickup will be on Friday, Dec. 23 and Saturday, Dec. 24 from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

• After being ranked No. 1 in the US in two categories, UTC sophomore Olivia Reeves will compete in the 2022 International Weightlifting Federation World Championships in Bogotá, Colombia on Monday, Dec. 12. Pending results, she could have the opportunity to compete in the 2024 Olympics. (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)

• Julie Van Valkenburg, marketing director for the Chattanooga Theatre Centre, died on Dec. 2. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, Dec. 11 at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. We’ll always be grateful for Julie’s contributions to Chattanooga + the local theater community. ❤️

• Choral Arts of Chattanooga will present its annual Christmas concert “Wonderful Peace” on Thursday, Dec. 15 at Second Presbyterian Church. The show will feature choral works composed by Martin Shaw and Dan Forrest + Randol Alan Bass’s “Gloria.” Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.

• Did you know? No-cost, high-speed home internet is available to Hamilton County students and their families from EPB. See if your household qualifies for the program. 💻 *

• Hey, Nooga: Take a peek in your medicine cabinet. We’re betting you have Gold Bond or Rolaids somewhere in there. These are just a few of the common over-the-counter self-care products that are made right here in Chattanooga by Sanofi’s Consumer Healthcare group. Learn more about career opportunities at Sanofi.*

• Got a coffee lover in your family? We can almost guarantee these two products are on their wish list — the Fellow Stagg Electric Kettle and the Fellow Pour Over Coffee Set. Both strike the perfect balance of form and function. Psst — don’t forget the matching travel mug. ☕ *

Why support the fund?

• Maintain its venues
• Attract exciting shows
• Remain a home for various local performing arts organizations (like Chattanooga Symphony & Opera)

What does a VIP ticket get me?

• Access to a catered reception in the Walker Theatre and the lobby before the concert + a private bar during the show
• VIP concert seating
• Gala goodie bag
• Contribution toward an annual Friends of the Tivoli membership
• VIP silent auction access
• Recognition on the website + in the Memorial and Walker lobby