Quick facts

• The city managed a similar program for more than 14 years before stopping due to the COVID-19 pandemic — during this time, over 750 residents received assistance.
• The program has been renamed HARP + received a $425,000 increase in funding through the American Rescue Plan Act.
• HARP is part of Mayor Tim Kelly’s ONE Chattanooga Relief and Recovery Plan + will be administered by the city’s Neighborhood Services Division.
• HARP will help complete moderate home projects such as interior and exterior painting + porch, step, siding, and deck repairs.

Who is eligible?

• Reside within Chattanooga city limits
• Be the primary homeowner with a low-to-moderate income (find qualifications here)
• Be able to provide proof of income, ownership, paid taxes, and insurance

How to apply

• Wednesday, May 24 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | South Chattanooga Community Center, 1151 W. 40th St.
• Monday, May 29 | 12-3 p.m. | Chris L. Ramsey Sr. Community Center, 1010 N. Moore Rd.
• Thursday, June 1 | 2-5 p.m. | Avondale Community Center, 1305 Dodson Ave.

• River to Rail Historic Bike Tour | Tuesday, May 16 | 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Hubert Fry Center, 4301 Amnicola Hwy., Chattanooga | $59 | Go on a 12-mile bike journey to learn more about Chattanooga’s history — bikes and helmets included.
• Community Park Walking | Tuesday, May 16 | 5-6 p.m. | Lake Hills Park, 4395 Bellview Ave., Chattanooga | Free | This week, the community is invited to participate in a mindful walk through Lake Hills Park.

• Urban Appalachian Wildcrafting | Wednesday, May 17 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $65 | This intro-level mini-course will teach you how to gather herbs, plants, and fungi from urban environments.
• Photography Walk & Talk | Wednesday, May 17 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Renaissance Park Pavilion, 133 River St., Chattanooga | $30 | This beginner photography class will focus on composition techniques as you take a walk around Renaissance Park.

• BEAVERLAND: An Evening with Leila Philip | Thursday, May 18 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga | $25-$250 | Hear from award-winning author Leila Philip as she takes you into the world of the beaver.
• Grow Your Own Way: Monthly Yoga Class | Thursday, May 18 | 6-7 p.m. | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th St., Chattanooga | $12 | This monthly community yoga class offers support for better self-care practices + teaches resilience skills.
• Spirit Artwork by Adrian Chu Redmond and Bourbon Tasting by Imbibe | Thursday, May 18 | 6-9 p.m. | GALLERY 1401, 1478 Market St., Chattanooga | Free | GALLERY 1401 will partner with Imbibe to host the first bourbon tasting, paired with colorful hors d’oeuvres, and set against the backdrop of Adrian Chu Redmond’s intriguing Spirit Artwork.*
• Strike Out Stroke with Erlanger | Thursday, May 18 | 7:15 p.m. | Chattanooga Lookouts AT&T Field, 201 Power Alley, Chattanooga | $6-$11 | Visit the Erlanger booth at the Lookouts game for giveaways + potentially life-saving information on stroke.*

• Kris Bespalec “Acts of Preservation” Opening Reception | Friday, May 19 | 6-8 p.m. | Houston Museum of Decorative Arts, 201 High St., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | See the work of the museum’s first-ever artist-in-residence, Kris Bespalec.
• Shakespeare from a Hat | Friday, May 19-Saturday, May 20 | 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 improved adaptation of “As You Like It.”

• The Chattanooga Airport will temporarily relocate its security checkpoint and reduce it to one screening lane beginning today, May 16-Friday, May 19, due to the airport’s ongoing expansion. Note: Passengers are advised to arrive ~2.5 hours before their flight to allow for the transition.

• The new Nordstrom Rack location at The Terrace at Hamilton Place (2220 Hamilton Place Blvd.) will open to the public Thursday, May 18. To celebrate the completion of the 24,000-sqft store, shoppers can enjoy a weekend full of events, giveaways, and more.

• The YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga will temporarily close four of its pool locations on Sunday, May 21 for city-wide training sessions. The pools will reopen on Monday, May 22 for regular use.

• The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has appointed Dr. Bryan Johnson as its executive vice chancellor and chief strategy officer. Johnson, a former cooperate executive + Hamilton County Schools superintendent, will begin his new role on July 24. (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)

• The Riverbend Festival is going cashless for its 2023 season. Two reverse ATMS will be available on-site for attendees to purchase VISA cards. They can also buy pre-loaded “Cash 2 Cards” ahead of time for any value up to $500, without fees. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

• The neighborhood of Ridgedale will host a community Block Party event on Saturday, May 20 — taking over all of Watkins Street (between the Mill + the former Parks and Recreation building). Folks can enjoy live music, food trucks, local vendors, games, and more.
• The East Ridge Community Center will host a new “Game Time” program every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The events are free to the public + will offer a variety of board games, puzzles, and more to play.

• RiseUp Co-Op will host its Adventure Trek event on Saturday, June 10 at the Chattanooga Green. This family-friendly scavenger hunt will take place along the free CARTA shuttle route to win prizes. Teams can register in groups of 2-4 or 5-8 people.

• Member presale has opened for the Tennessee Aquarium’s Fish & Sips event on Saturday, July 22. This after-hours adventure will feature a walk-through of the aquarium while sipping on local brews. Tickets go on sale to the public Thursday, June 1.

• Turn misplaced keys into a thing of the past with the Apple AirTag. The button-sized tracking device can give you step-by-step directions to your lost keys (or phone…or wallet…) and has a battery life of one year. Pro tip: Put one in your checked luggage and never worry about lost baggage again.*