Nonprofits

A Step Ahead Chattanooga

• Connected 6,700 folks to free birth control
• Covered over $2 million in clinical expenses

Children’s Advocacy Center of Hamilton County

• On-site district attorney
• On-site therapists + therapy dog, Ashley
• On-site pediatric service for examinations
• Advocates to work with the family + caregivers
• Forensic interviewers

• “Miss Nelson is Missing” | Friday, May 19-Sunday, May 21 | Times vary | Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St., Chattanooga | $10-$13 | This “hilarious adaptation” of the children’s book is appropriate for all ages.
• “Shakespeare from a Hat” | Friday, May 19 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Greenway Farm Park, 5051 Gann Store Rd., Hixson | $0-$50 | During this special showing, the Scenic City Shakespeare cast will perform an improvised adaptation of “As You Like It” — bring a chair or blanket.

• Spirits in the Wild | Saturday, May 20 | 6-9 p.m. | Chattanooga Zoo, 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave., Chattanooga | $70-$85 | This 21+ event will feature cocktails + appetizers, live entertainment, and animal art — all proceeds benefit the Chattanooga Zoo and its animals.
• Latin Night | Saturday, May 20 | 10:15 p.m.-2 a.m. | 107 Entertainment, 2255 Center St., Chattanooga | $10-$80 | DJ Bori will be playing Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cumbia, and Reggaeton music.

• Market Baketacular | Sunday, May 21 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Celebrate bakers with the Chattanooga Market, purchase baked goods, and participate in a cake walk at 1:30 p.m.
• Sunday Brunch & Bluegrass | Sunday, May 21 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Woodshop, 5500 St. Elmo Ave., Chattanooga | Free+ | Eat brunch food while listening to this “swampgrass jam band” out of Gulf Shores, AL — Slide Bayou.

• Artist Talk with Lora Miller | Monday, May 22 | 12:15-12:45 p.m. | In-Town Gallery, 26 Frazier Ave., Chattanooga | Free | Watch Lora create her masterpiece and explain the elements of abstract painting.

• The City of Chattanooga is one of 15 cities to join the Good Jobs, Great Cities Academy led by the National League of Cities + the US Department of Labor. The initiative provides opportunities for cities to invest in areas like infrastructure, clean energy, the creation of jobs, and more.

• The Flying Squirrel has rescheduled its celebration of 10 years to next Saturday, May 27 from its original date of Saturday, May 20 due to thunderstorms in the forecast. Note: The restaurant will still be open for normal business hours.

• United Way of Greater Chattanooga recently launched the Tennessee Benefit Kitchen app, a free screener tool that helps residents determine their eligibility for benefits + how to apply for them. Folks can text “Benefits” to 211-211 or visit online to utilize the tool.

• Multiple road + lane closures will take place this weekend for the IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga triathlon. There will also be several locations with temporary parking restrictions on Sunday, May 21 — these areas will be marked with “special event no parking” signage.

• The Chattanooga Public Library recently released its Summer 2023 events + programs schedule. The festivities will kick off with parties at various library branches throughout the city on Saturday, May 20. Check out the full calendar of events.

• In case you missed it, the Montague Park design team is seeking community engagement + feedback for the next steps on the Unifying Vision for Montague Park project. The team will host two public engagement sessions on Tuesday, May 23.

• The Chattanooga Roller Derby will have its next bout on Saturday, June 10 at the Camp Jordan Arena. See Chattanooga’s Ruby Regulators, All-Stars, and B-team all take on their opponents starting at 2 p.m. Get your tickets.

• The Holmberg Arts Leadership Institute program led by ArtsBuild is currently accepting applications for its 2023-24 class. The program is designed for locals who share a “passion for advancing + engaging with the arts in our community.” Apply by Friday, June 2.
• The Rossville Boulevard Corridor Art and Climate Project has selected three Chattanooga-area artists to work on its upcoming projects. Aubrey Charnell, Chase Guajardo, and Andy Ramirez will work with the organization to bring their perspectives to climate issues in the area. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

• After nine years of leadership at green|spaces, Michael Walton is leaving his position as executive director. The organization is seeking his replacement + interested applicants can view the position description and requirements online.

• Wi-Fi giving you trouble? It might be because you put your router in one of five wi-fi blocking locations in your house. See the worst + best places to put the router.*

• Calling all Half IRONMAN participants and supporters — wrap the race with a celebratory meal at Warehouse Row. Stop by one of the Chattanooga-staple restaurants, or snag some last-minute athletic gear, sunscreen, sunglasses + more. Pro tip: You can give the legs a rest thanks to free on-site parking.*

• 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.*

• Quick, who’s the next person you’ll buy a gift for? We’ve got 25 gift ideas that will spark joy + are perfect for every budget. One of our favorites? A heated back and neck massager to relieve pressure and tension.

• Fridays | Amber Carrington, a finalist on season four of the singing TV show “The Voice”
• Saturdays | Kofi Mawuko, a master drummer
• Sundays | Highbeams, an Atlanta-based folk-rock trio