07.06.2023

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🍸 Coming soon: Broads

Broads cocktail lounge coming to downtown Chattanooga

Find out how the owners of Broads are creating the bar they want to hang out in. | Photo provided by Broads

Chattanooga certainly likes to keep things new and fresh with its evergrowing downtown area + a new neighbor will arrive soon in the form of a cocktail lounge — enter: Broads.

Brought to you by the minds behind vegan restaurant Cashew, owners Kristiana Mallo and Bailey Cole recently announced the construction of the cocktail lounge that will be located at 124 E. 10th St. (next to the Dwell Hotel).

NOOGAtoday | Broads cocktail lounge — The cocktail lounge will feature seating for small and larger parties, crafted to have a thoughtful experience.
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Photo provided by Broads

While the pair doesn’t have direct experience with the beverage industry, Kristiana said they wanted to open a bar they feel doesn’t exist yet in the area. She said the vision is being steered by wanting to be female-forward.

Let’s play the name game. Bailey said Broads came to them when reading the feminist dictionary “Womanwords” by Jane Mills, which describes the term “broad” as “a woman who is liberal, tolerant, unconfined, and not limited or narrow in scope.” She added it’s a way to move from the negative connotation of the term.

“We want to make it a place where everyone is welcome while making it a celebration of women, it will definitely feel like an ode to women.” — Kristiana Mallo

Broads — Here’s a little sneak peak at the type of vibe you can expect.
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Photo provided by @wrkshparchitecture

For the visionaries, the project is being overseen by local architect Wayne Williams of Workshop: Architecture + graphic designer Tiffany Hargis of Hargis Studio. Kristiana said the design will be aesthetically eclectic using soft colors and velvet with custom furniture, all styled around different vintage eras.

Other things folks can expect include a full cocktail, mocktail, and low-alcoholic menu made with the intention of having a thoughtful experience + supporting local spirits when possible.

“We want to be really diligent to make it a place where you go to hang out with a friend, where it’s comfortable to feel accepted no matter what you order on a drink menu.” — Bailey Cole

The lounge is projected to open by the end of December, into the new year. Follow the bar’s Instagram page for updates.

Events

Today, July 6

Write and Chatt | Thursday, July 6 | 12-1 p.m. | Adelle’s Crêperie, 400 E. Main St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Workshop with others in a supportive community of aspiring writers — this month’s theme is “What are you writing now?”

Friday, July 7

S’mores and Storytelling | Friday, July 7 | 7:30-8:45 p.m. | Audubon Acres, 900 N. Sanctuary Rd., Chattanooga | $7-$10 | Enjoy a night around the campfire with s’mores and storytelling by Latta Johnston.
“Seussical the Musical” | Friday, July 7-Saturday, July 8 | 8 p.m. | Signal Mountain Playhouse, 1110 James Blvd., Signal Mountain | $5-$15 | Bring your lawn chair and bug spray for an outdoor production of Dr. Seuss’ works in the form of music — tickets are cash or check only.

Saturday, July 8

Treat Yo’ Trans Self Day | Saturday, July 8 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Local organizations will partner to offer 100% free self-care services for the trans + non-binary community.
K&S Riverfront Market | Saturday, July 8 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | TN Riverpark, 4301 Amnicola Hwy., Chattanooga | Free+ | Check out shopping, food, and activities for the kiddos at this market.
Colorful Hat Circus & Variety | Saturday, July 8-Sunday, July 9 | Times vary | Chattanooga Convention Center, 1 Carter St., Chattanooga | $25-$39 | Experience the wonder of acrobatics, juggling + magic performed by an “all-star cast.”
Chattanooga Sip ‘N Que | Saturday, July 8 | 5-8 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | $0-$90 | Enjoy barbecue and sips of wine + whiskey at this inaugural festival.
Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show | Saturday, July 8 | 6-9 p.m. | DoubleTree Chattanooga Hamilton Place, 2232 Center St., Chattanooga | $59.99 | Test your detective skills over a dinner while you try to solve the murder mystery of the night.

Sunday, July 9

Peach Festival | Sunday, July 9 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Enjoy fresh peach-inspired goods made locally + shop at other artisan, craft, and produce vendors.

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News Notes

Closing

Six18 Restaurant & Lounge has temporarily closed its doors. The business cited in an Instagram post that the pause will allow it “to regroup, reinvent, and emerge with an even stronger commitment to serving our community.”

Traffic

The 2300 block of Tunnel Boulevard will be closed today, July 6 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. During this time, crews will be on site to repair the roadway subsurface. Detours will be posted.

Health

The Hamilton County Health Department will partner with the state to host its Youth Substance Misuse Summit for educators on Tuesday, July 25. Teachers + school staff members can hear from experts about emerging drug trends and ways to intervene. RSVP.

Biz

Yesterday, Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area celebrated 100 years of serving the community. To mark its anniversary, an art exhibit featuring its history has been installed at its Opportunity Campus in the Bonny Oaks Industrial Park.

Noogan

Leadership Tennessee has selected Councilwoman Demetrus Coonrod to participate in its 2023-24 Signature Program Class X. The program includes representatives from 14 counties to analyze challenges within the state + work together to identify solutions. (Chattanoogan.com)

Arts

An opening reception for David Michael Salerno’s traveling exhibit “Together: A Portrait of Americans” will be held on Friday, July 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Townsend Atelier. The exhibit, which features 40 portrait paintings, will be on view through Friday, July 28 by appointment.

Community

Community members of all ages are invited to attend Chalk Art Day at the Hubert Fry Center on Tuesday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Department will provide the chalk, all you need to bring is your imagination.

Plan Ahead

Registration is now open for the 2024 Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon that will take place March 1-3. Sign up for the marathon, half marathon, 5K, team relay, or the kid’s fun run for a discounted early bird rate.

Shop

If you’re looking to buy a new pair of sunglasses this summer, you’re in luck. Our online store (Six & Main) has you covered with a variety of polarized, floating sunglasses… that’s right they float in the water. Find your perfect pair now.

Correction

In yesterday’s newsletter, we shared the news about the grand opening of the Batter’s Place Pickleball Courts. We mistakenly mixed up the numbers in the address, the courts are located at 8011 Batter’s Place Rd. (not 6011).

Eat and Drink

🥃 Serve us a NOOGAtoday mocktail

A NOOGAtoday-inspired mocktail

Unknown Caller will rename one of its mocktails for one night only in honor of NOOGAtoday. | Photo provided by Unknown Caller

We asked and you delivered, readers. To get ready for our first Drink Up Month event of the season, we needed some help coming up with a name for a NOOGAtoday-inspired mocktail by Unknown Caller to be served at our meet + greet event.

Sip on these results

“Scenic City Sober Sipper” — JW.
“Sunset Mock” — Candace S.
“Daily news (sans booze) refresher” — Kristen O.
“The Choo-Chooga” — Kat R.
“NOOGAtonight” — Editors Haley + Kristen

Pour us one and vote for your favorite by 12 p.m. on Friday, July 7. The winning name will be announced Monday, July 10 ahead of our event.

The winner is...

After ~80 votes, the “NOOGAtonight” will be taking over Unknown Caller (715 Cherry St.) on Monday, July 10.

Get to sipping on strawberry, lemon + cranberry with an aquafaba and saline foam topped with non-alcoholic bitters. You can find Editors Haley and Kristen in the back section of the bar sipping on this NOOGAtoday-inspired mocktail from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Come chatt awhile with us + enjoy $2 off mocktails all night long. Bonus: ask about the two new additions, including the “Big Papaya.”

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Haley Bartlett

From the editor

In case you missed it, Boxcar General Store recently announced it will be closing its doors. The nostalgic candy and classic toys store will be selling everything for 20% off in its final days.

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