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Instagram accounts you should follow if you live in Chattanooga, part two
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Learn how to garden organically in raised beds with Karen Creel, a certified garden coach. | Photo by @thegardenchick
Last month we shared a list of 10 Instagram accounts you should be following if you live in Chattanooga. We asked if there were any other accounts or influencers we should add to the list — and as always, y’all came through with enough recommendations for a part two.

Here are 13 more accounts to give a follow.

@thegardenchick | Karen Creel is a certified garden coach who helps people grow their own gardens using a no-fuss method.

@happybirdwatcherco | Shares all things bird — photos, fun facts, feeding tips, and the connection between birdwatching + happiness.

@everydaythrifty | Nicole is a local “frugal lifestyle blogger” who helps busy people save money.

@emilyunkle | Local photographer, designer + creative, recommended by Alisa B.

@matthewhubbard | Check out this local author who just signed a publishing deal with Penguin Random House + has his own newsletter.

@chattavegan | A vegan, vegetarian + veg-curious guide to Chattanooga, recommended by Lynn N.

@buddha.boxer | “The Barkin’ Bunch” features Buddha, Bella, Wyatt + MJ, recommended by Miko N.

@groot_talestoastonish | Follow this Groot on its traveling adventures.

@rileysitton | Local lifestyle and mom blogger who posts everything from outfits to toddler things, recommended by Caitlin B.

@karaskorner123 | A local blogger recommended by Randy P., “She does a little bit of everything — fashion, Amazon buys, local restaurants, and events.”

@zippyeats | Vegan eats “from the road to the kitchen,” recommended by Lynn N.

@vodkalana | This hilarious meme account (featuring some mature content) is run by Chattanooga native, Lana, who is 65 years old and “not your typical social media star,” recommended by Olivia T.

@social.animall | A local pet + animal supply market, recommended by Taylor P., “Think Etsy, but for animals!”
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Today, Dec. 14
  • Lunch & Learn: How To Reduce Waste During the Holidays | Wednesday, Dec. 14 | 12-1 p.m. | Green Spaces, 63 E. Main St., Chattanooga | Free+, RSVP | Learn how to make your holiday celebrations more sustainable from Michael Ryan of New Terra Compost + Jimmy Urciuoli of Green Steps.
  • Cocktails for the Holidays | Wednesday, Dec. 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $35 | Learn how to make three batched cocktail recipes that will be perfect for your holiday gatherings.
Thursday, Dec. 15
  • Cultural Cross Ties Art Installation Unveiling | Thursday, Dec. 15 | 4-5:30 p.m. | Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, 1001 Airport Rd., Chattanooga | Free | This exhibit celebrates the collaboration between four artists in Chattanooga + four artists in Giv’Atayim, Israel.
  • Nature by the Pint | Thursday, Dec. 15 | 6-7 p.m. | Barley Chattanooga, 235 E. MLK Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Join this “Carbon Markets and American Forests” presentation by the Climate Trust’s Josh Fain with a drink in hand.
Friday, Dec. 16
  • Winter Break Spectacular | Friday, Dec. 16 | 2-7 p.m. | Miller Park, 910 Market St., Chattanooga | Free | All Hamilton County students and families are invited to celebrate with photos, music, games + a screening of “Elf.”
  • Bubbly Tasting for the New Year | Friday, Dec. 16 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $35 | Taste an array of sparkling wines from Prosecco to Champagne to pick the perfect wine for your holiday party.
  • The Dolly Disco | Friday, Dec. 16 | 9 p.m. | The Signal, 1810 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | $20-$40 | Come out to a Dolly Parton-inspired “country western disco dance party.”
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Weather
  • 52º | Rain | 96% chance of rain 🌧️
Civic
  • On Tuesday, Jan. 10, the Reimagining Broad Street project will host a hands-on workshop for the planning process. The workshop will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Aquarium and is free to attend — just be sure to RSVP.
Community
  • The Chattanooga Hamilton County Family Justice Center is currently seeking community input for its Domestic Violence Needs Assessment. Take the survey here to help identify what resources are needed, which populations are most in need, and how the organization can improve support.
Coming Soon
  • Nashville-based vintage shop Ugly Duck Vintage is opening a store in Chattanooga on Saturday, Dec. 17. The shop will be located at 163 River St. in NorthShore and feature clothing + sneakers.
Number
  • 48,000. That’s how many pounds of litter were removed from Tennessee roadways by volunteers during No Trash November. The trash was removed by over 1,300 volunteers participating in 95 cleanups. 💪
Arts
  • Arts at Erlanger recently announced the opening of its “Reflections and Shadows” exhibit in Erlanger Baroness Hospital’s gallery corridor. The juried gallery is available for viewing now through April 26, 2023.
Pet
  • Throughout the month of December, the Humane Educational Society is offering free adoptions (excluding puppies). Apply to adopt online for the Whisker Wonderland adoption event. 🐱
Try This
  • The Chattanooga Department of Parks & Outdoors will host two black light Pickleball events in January. Friday, Jan. 13 will be a family night + Saturday, Jan. 14 will be for adults and seniors.
Health
  • Holiday cheer isn’t the only thing spreading this season. The CDC reported “very high” flu activity in our state this season. Find a flu vaccine near you — there may even be a needleless option. (Verywell Health)
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Home
  • Feeling a cool draft throughout your home? You might have a leak that could be costing you big on your energy bill. EPB shares how to seal up your home properly — and keep the winter air outside. ❄️ *
Travel
  • How does Scott’s Cheap Flights work? Sign up for free, follow up to five airports, and Scott’s will notify you when flights are 40-90% off. Bonus: You can browse deals immediately after signing up (like a $300+ round trip to Bermuda). 🌴 *
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Shipping deadlines for Christmas
Four presents outside a front door.
Snail mail may be faster than Santa. | Photo by Element5 Digital via Pexels
Grab your packing tape. If you have a package that must arrive by December 25, we’ve got the details on when and where to ship your presents. 🎁

FedEx deadlines:

  • Wednesday, Dec. 14 | FedEx Ground
  • Tuesday, Dec. 20 | Express Saver
  • Wednesday, Dec. 21 | FedEx 2Day
  • Friday, Dec. 23 | FedEx SameDay
Locate your nearest FedEx location.

UPS deadlines:

  • Tuesday, Dec. 20 | UPS 3 Day Select
  • Wednesday, Dec. 21 | UPS 2nd Day Air
  • Thursday, Dec. 22 | UPS Next Day Air
Find your nearest UPS location.

United States Postal Service deadlines:

  • Friday, Dec. 16 | USPS Priority Mail Express Military service
  • Saturday, Dec. 17 | USPS Retail Ground service, First-Class Mail service, First-Class packages
  • Monday, Dec. 19 | Priority Mail service
  • Friday, Dec. 23 | Priority Mail Express service
Find your nearest Post Office.
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THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Kristen.

Editor’s pick: If you read my last Wrap, you know I’m doing some last-minute holiday shopping. I can happily mark a couple of my wine-loving friends off my list because these wine bottle coasters from POMKT are too cute. I plan on hopping over to Imbibe to grab their favorite bottle of wine to pair with the coasters.

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