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Fun events

• In-Town Gallery All Member Show | Friday, May 5 | 5-8 p.m. | In-Town Gallery, 26 Frazier Ave., Chattanooga | Free | During the month of May, you can check out art from all of the gallery’s members.

• Running of the Chihuahuas | Saturday, May 6 | 12 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd, Chattanooga | Free+ | Come out for the 14th annual ROTC race, participate in a best-dressed contest, enjoy live music by Olivia Lunny, and more.
• Mom & Me Cookie Decorating | Saturday, May 6 | 2-4 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $65 | Create great memories for you and your child while learning the basics of cookie decorating.
• Ballet in the Park | Saturday, May 6 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Coolidge Park, 150 River St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Enjoy performances, food trucks, a public ballet class for all ages, and children’s crafts and activities.
• Kentucky Derby Watch Party | Saturday, May 6 | 5-8 p.m. | Naked River Brewing Co., 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | $30-$40 | Fundraise with Nooga Rugby + enjoy food, mint juleps, and more at this Derby dash party.
• Movies In a Park | Saturday, May 6 | 6-11 p.m. | Frost Stadium at Warner Park, 1100 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga | Free | Enjoy a showing of “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile” at the beautiful Frost Stadium in Warner Park, along with games and popcorn — Bring the family, blankets and chairs.*

• Strawberry Festival | Sunday, May 7 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Buy fresh strawberries from nearby farms, shop sweet treats inspired by the fruit from local vendors, and listen to live jazz music.
• 10 Year Party | Sunday, May 7 | 12-7 p.m. | Chattanooga Whiskey Event Hall, 890 Riverfront Pkwy., Chattanooga | Free+ | Celebrate The Rustic House’s 10th anniversary by making your own candle + enjoying food, drinks, live music, and more.

• Painting Florals in Acrylic | Monday, May 8 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $48 | Learn how to create a variety of florals in your own style in this acrylic painting class.

• The Kelly administration + Station Street business owners announced a finalized 30-day safety plan for the district beginning on Friday, May 5. Notably, business owners can stay open until 3 a.m., and the outside open-container prohibition will remain in effect through next month. (Chattanoogan.com)

• The first-ever East Ridge Clean Up Day will be held on Saturday, June 24 from 7 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the East Ridge Community Center. Sign up to volunteer online — registration will end on Friday, June 2. Bonus: T-shirts and lunch will be provided to volunteers.

• Several roads and intersections along Market Street will be closed today, May 5 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. to stage the annual Armed Forces Day Parade. Detours will be posted.

• Chattanooga-based Scenic Suds Car Wash has opened a new $6 million location at Ashland Terrace + Norcross Road (across from the Highland Plaza shopping center). This is the eighth car wash location since the company opened nearly five years ago. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

• Lookout Wild Film Festival + Rock/Creek are partnering together to host Reel Rock 17, a fundraising event to benefit the Southern Climbers Coalition. The event will feature films, climbing challenges, food trucks, beer, and more fun. Get your tickets.
• The Charles H. Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center will host its Third Annual Golf Tournament on Tuesday, May 9. The event held at Sweetens Cove Golf Club helps support the center + its mission to memorialize the history of the highest military award for valor.

• The Houston Museum of Decorative Arts will have its opening reception for its first-ever artist-in-residence on Friday, May 19 from 6-8 p.m. The museum will display local artist Kris Bespalec’s “Acts of Preservation” installation. RSVP online.
• Scenic City Clay Arts (SSCA) is hosting its Stock the Studio donation drive now through Wednesday, May 10. When you donate to purchase much-needed studio supply items, a SSCA donor will match it, doubling your gift. Donate now.

• Applications for summer + fall internships at Stove Works are now open. Interns will work in a collaborative + creative office assisting Stove Works’ staff for 8-10 hours per week. Note: Applications will close on Monday, May 15.

• The Military Officers Association of America’s Chattanooga Chapter will host a veterans appreciation event at the Chattanooga Lookouts game on Sunday, May 21. Attendees will receive admission to the game and a buffet-style dinner. For inquiries, email Ray Mitchell. (Chattanoogan.com)

• Career shopping? ChattState’s Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) program opens the world of skilled trades to students looking for a fast-track career option + great lifelong earning potential (think: industrial technology, electrician services, nursing, medical assisting, and more). See potential careers.*

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• Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Enter: Floom’s limited edition Mother’s Day arrangements. Browse one-of-a-kind bouquets featuring tulips, roses, peonies, orchids, and more. Plus, peruse the selection of indoor plants. Shop now.