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🍽️ Time to eat farm-to-table

Shop around these farmers markets in Chattanooga

Outdoor market scene under a "Farmers on First Grocery Market" tent. People socialize, shop, and enjoy sunny weather. Energetic and community-focused atmosphere.

Bring products from local farms to your tables at home. | Photo by Gentry Homestead

Get ready to fill up your reusable shopping bags with fruits and veggies, Chattanoogans, because it’s officially farmers market season.

In the spirit of supporting all things local, we’ve rounded up 12 farmers markets in the Chattanooga area where you’ll find fresh food, live music, and local vendors.

Chattanooga Market | Sundays, end of April through mid-November (For opening weekend, the market is also open on Saturday, April 29) | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Features: Farm produce, artisan foods, fresh flowers, arts and crafts vendors, live music, and food trucks.
Parking: Park in lots surrounding the First Horizon Pavilion and Finley Stadium for $1 per hour — limited street parking is available.
Space: Outdoors + covered pavilion
Special events: Check out the full Chattanooga Market schedule for events like the Strawberry Festival, Market Baketacular, and more.

Note: pets are not allowed inside the pavilion space during market hours.

Main Street Farmers Market | Wednesdays, year-round | 4-6 p.m.

Features: Fresh goods from sustainable and food-focused local farmers.
Parking: Free parking in the accompanying lot
Space: Outdoors

Note: The time of the market adjusts for the time change.

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Chattanooga River Market | Saturdays, March-October | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Features: Handmade jewelry, crafts, artisan food, food trucks, and live music.
Parking: Parking is available at varying rates in lots and along the street.
Space: Outdoors

Brainerd Market | Saturdays, April-December | 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Features: Fresh local produce, meat, eggs, bread, local honey, jams and jellies, plants, arts and crafts, and more.
Parking: Two parking areas (one accessed from Brainerd Road and the other from Belvoir Avenue) with additional street parking in the surrounding community.
Space: Outdoors

Note: Market hours adjust for the seasons.

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Asked

How much revenue do farmers markets and on-farm stores bring in across the US?

A. $1.6 million
B. $10.6 million
C. $1.9 billion
D. $2.9 billion

See the answer in the Wrap.

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Events

Today, April 28

City Nature Challenge 2023 | Friday, Apr. 28-Saturday, Apr. 29 | Times vary | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Take part in the 2023 City Nature Challenge at Reflection Riding.
Resident Screening: “The Wild Wild West End Oral History” | Friday, Apr. 28 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Stove Works, 1250 E. 13th St., Chattanooga | Free | This story documents the importance of a warehouse complex and its tenants in developing + supporting “a community of punks.”

Saturday, April 29

Local Authors Fair | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Downtown Library, 1001 Broad St., Chattanooga | Free+ | This fair will feature ~100 local authors selling their books, telling stories, and meeting readers.
Creekside Flower Farm U-Pick | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Creekside Flower Farm, 5549 N. Marble Top Rd., Chickamauga | $10-$25 | Come pick a jar full of seasonal blooms while you enjoy the beauty of the farm — each jar comes with 20 stems.

Sunday, April 30

Sound Bath Meditation | Sunday, Apr. 30 | 1-2 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $30 | In this meditative experience, you’ll be led on a carefully crafted sound journey using various healing instruments + sound therapy techniques.
Artful Yoga | Sunday, Apr. 30 | 1:30-3 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View Ave., Chattanooga | $5 | Enjoy an art-inspired yoga session with instructor Mike Weger.

Monday, May 1

Tomberlin + Trace Mountains | Monday, May. 1 | 8-10 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $16-$18 | Acclaimed singer-songwriter Tomberlin will bring her unique contemporary folk style to Chattanooga alongside Trace Mountains.

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News Notes

Civic

Tennessee State Representative Yusuf Hakeen has secured funding for Chattanooga’s Bessie Smith Cultural Center. The center will receive $250,000 from the state to continue to preserve + celebrate African American history and culture. (WDEF)
The South Chattanooga Council will host a luncheon on Thursday, May 11 to network + discuss current projects. President and CEO of River City Co. Emily Mack will touch base on the ONE Riverfront, Reimagining Broad Street, and Hawk Hill survey projects.

Edu

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) will gift 64 schools with School Uplift grants. TVA will spend a total of $2.6 million to assist with building energy upgrades and improving learning environments. The winning schools + grant amounts will be announced on Monday, May 1. Watch live.

Coming Soon

A new facial bar is coming to Chattanooga. Clean Your Dirty Face will open its first Tennessee location in NorthShore at 19 Cherokee Blvd. Folks can check the spot out at its grand opening on Saturday, May 20.

Arts

The ArtCaraVan is coming back, Nooga. Starting Thursday, May 11, art cars from around the country will caravan around to Hamilton County schools. Bonus: The art cars will also make an appearance on Saturday, May 13 at the We Make Fest at Miller Park. (Chattanoogan.com)

Cause

The Chattanooga Fire Department will be out in the community from now through Saturday, April 29 for the Fill the Boot campaign. This fundraiser is in support of the Muscular Dystrophy Association to help raise funds for treatments and therapies. (NewsChannel 9)

Community

The Chattery will host an Orangeously Great Party for local author Darin Wright’s new book “Find Your Strength: A Love Letter to Orange” on Saturday, June 24. The event will feature a fashion show, local performances, a dance party, and more.

State

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services stopped in Chattanooga to sign the Forever Homes Act into law. The act will support foster and adoptive families + accelerate the placement of children — making adoption finalization go from six to three months. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

Family

Summer will be here before you know it. When your kids + teens aren’t dipping their toes in the lake this summer, let them dip their toes in topics they’ll be excited to explore (think: dance, art, jazz, cooking, paddleboarding, STEM, video game design + more). ChattState’s Summer Camps are open for enrollment.*

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Drink

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Asked

What locals love about the 423

What locals love about Chattanooga, TN

With scenic views like these, what’s not to love about Chattanooga? | Photo by @emily_k_lester

Last week, the community celebrated 423 Day — AKA April 23, which happens to be Chattanooga’s area code.

On the day celebrating all things Chattanooga, we asked our social media followers what they love most about the Scenic City. Since we’re all about highlighting the 423 today and every day, we thought we would share some of the responses.

“Amazing restaurants and bars plus beautiful outdoor spaces!!!” — @erockmarsh

“The people and the outdoors!” — @mattyblocal

“The access to the river is like no other city in America.” — Bobby S.

“Beautiful views everywhere.” — @amykgaines

“We have all 4 seasons!” — @georgetteshannon_dreamevents

“Friendliness and easy access to nature.” — @dana.severson

What do you say, shall we keep these good vibes going? Let us know what you love most about Chattanooga.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kristen Templeton

Answer: D. $2.9 billion. According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service’s report, direct-to-consumer agricultural sales generated $2.9 billion in revenue in 2020.

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