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Montague Park, reimagined
NOOGAtoday: Sculpture Fields
A sculpture called “Swizzle” by artist Mark di Suvero on display at the Sculpture Fields. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
The big news: Chattanooga’s Montague Park is set to be reimagined.

The Chattanooga Design Studio + the city’s Department of Parks & Outdoor Recreation (plus other community stakeholders) are partnering for an urban design and landscape planning process for this 100-year-old civic space — one that’s had quite a few roles in its time.

Thus far, the park has served as a:
  • Construction landfill
  • Recreational space
  • Brownfield (after the park was shut down in 2003 due to environmental concerns)
  • Sculpture park (which still stands)
The goal: Re-imagining Montague Park’s role as a 21st century park and creating a comprehensive plan for its revitalization.

The timeline: The design process is set to begin in early 2023, and will be structured to gather input from residents in surrounding neighborhoods and primary user groups.

(Some of) what to expect: One of the primary goals of the revitalization is to prepare a vision for integrated uses of Sculpture Fields and the Chattanooga FC Foundation (both of which are current leaseholders at the park), along with the Main Street Farmers Market.

The announcement: Community representatives + park stakeholders announced the selection of a nationally renowned landscape architecture firm to create a vision for the park — Reed-Hilderbrand.

The firm is known for work on the Buffalo Bayou Gardens in Houston + the Besthoff Sculpture Garden at the New Orleans Museum of Art, among other parks and green spaces.

The big picture: “We believe Montague Park is well positioned to be a world-class example of inclusive, beautiful civic space that will enhance experiences and enrich residents and visitors equally.” — Tom Bartoo, board member of Sculpture Fields at Montague Park
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Today, Dec. 21
  • Outshine Adventures Winter Hike Challenge: 90 miles in 90 days | Wednesday, Dec. 21-Monday, March 20 | Various times | Different hiking locations, Chattanooga | $20-$65 | Join Outshine Adventures’ 90-mile winter hiking challenge.
  • Tween/Teen Winter Break | Wednesday, Dec. 21 | 2-5 p.m. | Downtown Library, 1001 Broad St., Chattanooga | Free | Tweens and teens are invited to celebrate the break from school with crafts, movies, and activities — today, make mini book ornaments and watch “Little Women.”
Thursday, Dec. 22
  • Lon Eldridge & the Wamps: Triple L Trio Swing Dance | Thursday, Dec. 22 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $10 | Three sultans of strings and swing will have you movin’ and groovin’ at this event.
  • “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” | Thursday, Dec. 22 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Wanderlinger Brewing Co., 1208 King St., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | Join Wanderlinger for its first annual showing of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” — themed attire highly encouraged.
Friday, Dec. 23
  • Home for the Holidays | Friday, Dec. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch at the Choo Choo, 29 Station St., Chattanooga | $15-$17 | A showcase of local and national talent who are “home for the holidays.”
  • Winter Vibez | Friday, Dec. 23 | 7-9 p.m. | The Seed Theatre, 6237 Vance Rd., Chattanooga | $5-$10 | The House of Trinity will present tunes and performances themed for the season.
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Weather
  • 53º | Partly cloudy | 10% chance of rain 🌤️
Civic
  • Chattanooga city offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 23-Monday, Dec. 26 in observance of Christmas, and on Monday, Jan. 2 for New Year’s Day. Residential Solid Waste and Recycling will be collected as regularly scheduled.
Seasonal
  • Ice on the Landing will host its eighth annual Chanukah on Ice this Thursday, Dec. 22. The Chanukah parade will arrive at the Chattanooga Choo Choo at 6:30 p.m., followed by the lighting of the Ice Menorah. Traditional music and complimentary food will also be offered at this free event.
Transit
  • All CARTA bus, shuttle, and Care-a-Van services will end early on Saturday, Dec. 24 + there will be no services available on Sunday, Dec. 25 or Sunday, Jan. 1. CARTA’s full holiday service schedule is available online. 🚍
Health
  • Purpose Point Community Health Clinic will offer a free community health event for those 18 and older on Saturday, Jan. 7 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The event will feature free health screenings + services — appointments are preferred and can be made online or by calling 423-541-5950.
Try This
  • Dread Hollow is back for its “New Year’s Nightmare” on Friday, Dec. 30 + Saturday, Jan. 7. For two nights only, you can scream in the new year with the Krane Toys Haunt and Deliverance Escape Rooms. If you’re brave enough, you can purchase your tickets online.
Cause
  • The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer’s Teen Ambassador Program will host “Hit It for Hatch” — a doubles mixer tournament featuring middle school, high school + adult matches — on Saturday, Jan. 7. The tournament will take place at McCallie School and will benefit the foundation. 🎾
Read
  • Reading Changes Lives, Inc. (RCL), Chattanooga Public Library, and The Read House Hotel will host the upcoming Readers Conference in Chattanooga. The event will take place on March 10 with hopes to raise awareness of the impact reading can have on individuals + raise funds for RCL’s Literacy Garden. 📚
Drink
  • The 2023 Lookout Wild Film Festival (LWFF) has partnered with Wanderlinger Brewing Co. to launch an official LWFF branded beer, “Watch This!” The Cold IPA brew is available on tap at Wanderlinger Brewing Co. and Tremont Tavern + in cans at select locations. 🍺
Sports
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Shop
  • Don’t stress over finding last-minute gifts. Make gifting easy by selecting a gift card to our NOOGAtoday shop, Six & Main. From candles to clothes, there’s something for everyone. Purchase a gift card today. 🎁
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You oughta snow

Chattanooga preparing for winter weather
NOOGAtoday: Chattanooga spring snow
Chattanoogans could see “a coating to an inch” of snow this week. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
We’re dreaming of a white Christmas.

... And we just might see that dream come true (but, probably not).

Much of the US is currently awaiting arctic weather, with heavy snow and blizzards expected to hit some parts of the country + freezing temperatures projected for most.

What will this look like in Chattanooga? Here’s what to expect:
  • Temps will drop from an average high of ~50º to ~18º between Thursday, Dec. 22 and Friday, Dec. 23.
  • Friday morning, expect “wind chills in the -5º to -20º range.”
  • Colder temperatures (with some lows in the single digits) are projected to last through Christmas weekend.
  • As for snow? AccuWeather predicts that there’s a 48% chance of getting “a coating to an inch,” and a 43% chance of getting one to three inches starting Thursday night.
Compared to our Midwest friends, this may seem like nothing — but for Chattanoogans, these temps will be some of the coldest we’ve seen in a while for this time of year.

Stay safe + prepare:
  • Travel | Prep an emergency kit for travel (including blankets, water, and a first aid kit) + ensure your car is in good condition before leaving.
  • Home + pipes | Use these tips from TN American Water to prep your home.
  • Plants + pets | Bring plants inside Thursday night, and don’t keep pets outside for long periods.
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THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Brianna.

Editor’s pick: As for me, I’ll be heading down to Florida to spend some time with my family for the rest of the week. While the forecast isn’t quite sunny and 75, I’ll be trading the Tennessee temps for something a bit more bearable (if only by a few degrees). Stay safe out there, folks.

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