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Book clubs in Chattanooga
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Sip on cocktails crafted by The Rosecomb while discussing the month’s book with the folks at The Book & Cover. | Photo by @thebookandcover
Whether you’re an avid reader, or just looking for friends to talk about the books on your summer reading list, you’ll want to bookmark this. We’ve put together a list of a few local book clubs to check out.

The Book & Cover Book Club | 1310 Hanover St. | 7 p.m. | Regardless of your favorite genre, this bookstore probably has a club for you — including a Cocktail Book Club in partnership with The Rosecomb. Check out these quick facts before signing up.

Walnut Book Club | Winder Binder, 40 Frazier Ave. | 6:30 p.m. | This book club meets on the first Thursday of every month to discuss books chosen by the hosts. Find out how to participate and also look into the relaxed and casual sister club, Tattered Binding Book Club.
Note: These meetings are B.Y.O.C. (bring your own chair).

Eastgate Readers Chatt | Eastgate Library, 5705 Marlin Rd. | 2-4:30 p.m. | Check out books picked by the library’s staff and discuss what you’ve read at this group that meets once a month on a Saturday afternoon.

Book Chatt Connection | Downtown Library, 1001 Broad St. | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Enjoy a more relaxed book club every second + fourth Wednesday of the month. These meetings discuss broader book-related topics instead of picking a specific title to read. There’s also a monthly, evening group at the Eastgate Library.

Rêve Book Club | Rêve Coffee & Books, 1948 Northpoint Blvd., Ste. 144, Hixson | Times vary | Follow this family-owned shop on social media to find updates on its book clubs, including one for kids. It also offers chances to participate in the club’s book selection.

SoLit Book Club | Various locations + times | You can join this literary arts hub for its ongoing Page-Turners on the Patio silent book club + its poetry book club series.

Chattanooga Boozy Bookworms | Various locations + times | This monthly book club is open to women “from all backgrounds” who enjoy discussing books, and sometimes other topics, over a cocktail. Note: Joining is free, but there’s an event fee ($3 per event) to offset the cost of using the Meetup platform.

Silent Book Club | Avondale Library, 1305 Dodson Ave. | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Bring a book and meet on the last Friday of the month. You’ll have time to read without noise, but the meeting will shift to reflective conversation.

Silent Book Club | Eastgate Library, 5705 Marlin Rd. | 12-1 p.m. | Carve out some time on the third Friday afternoon each month for some quiet reading and the opportunity to share book suggestions. The library also offers a “Sort of Silent Book Club” for people ages 12-18.

Chattanooga Newcomers Club | Join for details | 10 a.m. | Members meet on the first Wednesday of each month to talk about fiction + non-fiction books in leader-led discussions.
Events

Today, May 9
  • May Lunch & Learn | Tuesday, May 9 | 12-1 p.m. | green|spaces, 63 E. Main St., Chattanooga | $0-$15 | Hear from three local leaders in freight logistics as they discuss the possibilities for fleets transitioning to a low-carbon economy.
  • CO.MOBILITY Summit 2023 | Tuesday, May 9-Thursday, May 11 | Times vary | University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, 651 Vine St., Chattanooga | $0-$49 | This inaugural event will bring together bright minds across industries to discuss the way we move, consume energy, and connect with the world.
  • The Legacy Project: “Dancing Dialogues” | Tuesday, May 9 | 7-8 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $20 | Listen to dancers from two different communities have meaningful conversations and then create a dance that reflects their conversation.
Wednesday, May 10
  • Tech Goes Home | Wednesday, May 10 | 2-4:30 p.m. | Downtown Library, 1001 Broad St., Chattanooga | Free | Learn digital skills and computer basics in this 15-hour program — participants will be eligible for a $50 Chromebook after completion.
  • The Founders Dinner | Wednesday, May 10 | 6-9 p.m. | Easy Bistro & Bar, 801 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | $200 | Celebrate Chattanooga Whiskey’s 11th anniversary + Easy Bistro’s 18th anniversary with a seven-course tasting menu and drinks.
Thursday, May 11
  • BLAH BLAH BLAH | Thursday, May 11 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Stove Works, 1250 E. 13th St., Chattanooga | Free | Get to know the studio’s May residents and their practice as they discuss their work.
  • Belly Dancing 101 | Thursday, May 11 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $20 | This beginner-friendly belly dancing class teaches basic moves and introduces you to the music and culture from which the dance originates.
  • Candle Workshop | Thursday, May 11 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Burlaep, 801 E. 11th St., Chattanooga | $80 | Make a candle with The Rustic House — tickets include admittance for two, drink tickets + ingredients for two candles.
  • Artist Reception for Carylon Cooper | Thursday, May 11 | 6-9 p.m. | GALLERY 1401, 1478 Market St., Chattanooga | Free | GALLERY 1401 welcomes local artist Carylon Cooper to share her newest collection of artwork (which would make a perfect Mother’s Day gift) over cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.*
Friday, May 12
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News Notes
Closing
  • The City Café location at 901 Carter St. will be closing its doors on Monday, June 26. But don’t fret, the restaurant has secured a new location at 511 Broad St. (next to Mayan Kitchen) with an anticipated re-opening on September 1. (Local 3)
Traffic
  • Hamill Road (between Adam Road + Woodland Lane) will be closed now through Friday, May 12 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. for critical upgrades to the sewer infrastructure. Detours will be posted, commuters may need to plan for additional travel time through the area.
Number
  • $69,750. That’s how much total money LaunchTN invested into 11 statewide projects as part of its new Community Partner Program. LAUNCH CHA Academy — a 10-week course for local entrepreneurs building their businesses — was one of the projects to receive investment.
Sports
  • The Chattanooga Mocs beach volleyball team will hold a golf tournament fundraiser on Friday, May 19 to help cover costs for upcoming games in California. Individual golfers, teams, and sponsors can sign up to participate online. Note: Registration must be completed by Friday, May 12.
Arts
  • The Townsend Atelier will host an opening reception on Friday, May 12 for local photographer Bruno Poco’s exhibition, “Three of My Neighbors Have Disappeared.” Poco’s work is “a photographic exploration of marginalized communities in rural areas around Chattanooga.”
Biz
  • EMPACT — a Google IT Certification + workforce development program partnership between the City of Chattanooga, ChattState, and The Enterprise Center — is seeking hiring partners. Interested businesses can inquire via email about how to get involved.
Community
  • East Ridge Parks and Recreation + the East Ridge Police Department will partner to host a presentation concerning a growing scamming problem. “Being Scam Aware” will be on Friday, May 12 at 6 p.m. at the East Ridge Community Center to help educate folks on avoiding scams. (East Ridge News Online)
Learn
  • Songbirds Guitar & Pop Culture Museum will offer an eight-week guitar class this summer for middle + high school students. The lessons will be on Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m. from June 5-July 24 — for only $50. Those interested can register online.
Fun Fact
  • Did you know if you have any questions about school registration you can call the Hamilton County Schools Registration Hotline? Families can call 423-498-5437 from 2:30-6 p.m. on weekdays. Bonus: a bilingual registration staff member is also available for Spanish speakers.
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  • Graham Burns recently returned from London where she saw the coronation of King Charles III. Notably, Burns also traveled to see the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, when she was just 13 years old. We hope you had a royally great time, Graham. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
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Kids
  • Two words: free bowling. Sign up for Kids Bowl Free to connect with local bowling alleys where kids can receive two free games of bowling every day this summer. Plus, grab a Family Pass + up to four adults can join in on the fun.
 
Small Business

Small Business

Spreading the local love to our small businesses
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Chattanooga has no shortage of local small businesses, and we love them all. | Photo by Chattanooga Tourism Co.
Last week marked National Small Business Week, and we asked folks to tell us their favorite places in Chattanooga. You did not disappoint — with nearly 500 comments, the local love was felt everywhere in the Scenic City.

We wanted to share a few that seemed to have gotten the most tags — but don’t fret, this won’t be the last time we spotlight the businesses shared in our post. In the meantime, check out these beloved spots.

Naughty Cat Café | 3742 Tennessee Ave. | Show some kitties love while sipping on a complimentary drink — you might meet your fur-ever friend.

Eros Hat Co. | 45 E. Main St. | Try out this spot’s custom hats + permanent jewelry experience.

I Go Tokyo | 34 Frazier Ave. | Purchase high-quality Japanese linens, ceramics, and more.

Cocoa Asante | Online + pop-ups | Enjoy the delicious taste of these sustainably-made chocolates sourced from Ghana that recently went viral on TikTok.
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Haley Bartlett
From the editor
Today is National Moscato Day — celebrate with a glass or two at Look Out Winery, Inc. Decant miss seeing the sunset over the mountains and Tennessee River with glass of wine and a slice of wood-fired pizza in hand.
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