07.17.2023

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96º | Mostly cloudy | 8% chance of rain | Sunrise 6:46 a.m. | Sunset 8:48 p.m.

🌲 Stay among the trees

Luxury treehouse lodging now open at Ruby Falls

Choose from three luxury treehouse options. | Photo by NOOGAtoday

Last December, we shared Ruby Falls + Treetop Hideaways’ plans to open a luxury treehouse lodging location on Lookout Mountain. Now for an exciting update, the treehouses are officially open and ready to welcome guests.

Folks can choose from three rustic + refined treehouses — Dogwood, Wood Lily, and Redbud. Each treehouse was constructed with “carefully curated reclaimed materials” to mimic the feel of a childhood tree fort while offering the amenities you would find in a luxurious hotel.

Each treehouse can accommodate 2-5 guests and includes breathtaking views of the Tennessee Valley. You can cozy up inside, sit on the wraparound decks, or at the fully stocked fire pits (complete with s’mores kits).

Bonus: The treehouses also include local touches like granola bars from Noke’s Granola, coffee from Goodman Coffee Roasters + custom soaps from Good Fortune Soap and Spa.

Editors Haley + Kristen were recently able to tour the treehouses, here are a few of the amenities we loved about each one.

NOOGAtoday | treehouses — The Dogwood treehouse has plenty of natural lighting and high ceilings.
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Photo by NOOGAtoday

The Dogwood Treehouse

The only wheelchair-accessible treehouse.
Has an airy loft with a writing desk, daybed, and couch.
Has an indoor + a private outdoor shower.
Has bookshelves lined with games + a record player for cozy tunes.

The Wood Lily Treehouse

Has tons of plants, greenery, and even a fern mural to brighten the space.
Has a window seat nook in the loft that overlooks the forest.
Has an indoor + a private outdoor shower.

The Redbud Treehouse

Has a 1900s phonograph record player (which was spinning tunes from Dolly Parton when we visited).
Has a Ruby Falls mural painted on the side of the treehouse.
Has an indoor shower + a private outdoor soaking tub.

These cozy stays are available to book online + you can view an availability calendar to help plan your stay. Looking to add a little more adventure? Check out the add-on services available.

Events

Today, July 17

Monday Night Blues Jam | Monday, July 17 | 8-10 p.m. | Gate 11 Distillery, 1400 Market St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Spend your evening listening to blues tunes from Robin Baker Blues Band.

Tuesday, July 18

Lunch and Learn | Tuesday, July 18 | 12-1 p.m. | UTC Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 311 E. MLK Blvd., Chattanooga | $0-$5 | Hear insights from various industry experts + have thought-provoking discussions during your lunch break.

Wednesday, July 19

Drink Up at Main St. Farmers Market | Wednesday, July 19 | 4-6 p.m. | Main St. Farmers Market, Corner of W. 20th Street + Chestnut Street, Chattanooga | Free+ | This Drink Up Month edition of the farmers market will have several drink features and vendors.

Thursday, July 20

Evolving Our Riverfront Parks: Community Open House | Thursday, July 20 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View Ave., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Explore the concepts + provide feedback on the next phase of the ONE Riverfront Plan.

Friday, July 21

Photo Transfer Workshop | Friday, July 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Houston Museum of Decorative Arts, 201 High St., Chattanooga | $20 | Join the museum’s first-ever artist in residence Kris Bespalec to learn about her photo transfer + collage process.

Events calendar here

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Community

Your ultimate guide to Chattanooga has arrived

Fall in love with the city even more with our Ultimate City Guide. | Graphic by 6AM City

We all know that Chattanooga is a special place with a never-ending supply of things to do, see, and experience. That got us thinking — we already spend our days helping you get the most out of our city. So what if we curated a collection of guides that will be updated and available anytime to help you navigate all our great city has to offer?

That’s just what we’ve done. Say hello to NOOGAtoday’s City Guide, your ultimate digital destination for the best ways to get out there and learn about the city you love.

We’ve broken the guides into three categories:

LIVE — Schools, neighborhoods, and unwritten rules of the city
WORK — Top industries, startups, and great spots to work outside
PLAY — Parks, festivals, hikes, and date nights

That just scratches the surface. We’ve got guides to local Airbnb and Vrbo rentals, navigating the airport, volunteer opportunities around town, and even where you and your pooch can grab a drink together.

Ready to get to know your city even better? Check out the link below. And if there’s a guide you’d love to see, send us a suggestion because this list of guides will just keep growing.

Oh, and one more thing. For all you marketing folks out there, we have one exclusive sponsorship available. We will feature your brand next to everywhere the guides appear in the newsletter, website, and social media. It’s an opportunity that won’t last long, so drop us a line.

Start exploring now

News Notes

Development

Pendergrass Park in nearby Dayton has closed for construction. The $4.8 million project is a part of BlueCross BlueShield’s Healthy Place program + will provide upgrades and additions to the park, including a splash pad and fitness area. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

Traffic

Phase two of the I-75, I-24 interchange construction has begun + the South Moore Road and McBrien Road bridges will close on Wednesday, July 19 at 9 p.m. The bridges are projected to remain closed for a year during the construction period.

Closing

After 15 years of business, Smart Furniture Studio will close its showroom at 1700 Broad St. at the end of this month. Online shopping will still be available + the remaining items in the shop will be on sale (up to 75% off) until close.

Family

RiseUp, Narrative4, and YoungAndWiser, Inc. will partner to host an “Understanding Your Teen” workshop at the Chattanooga Public Library’s downtown branch on Wednesday, July 19 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Families can learn how to “navigate the challenges in this phase of their lives.”

Civic

Chattanooga Police Department’s Chief Celeste Murphy recently appointed Kevin West as director of public affairs. Kevin formerly served as the program director for WGOW radio station + will begin his new position tomorrow, July 18. (Chattanoogan.com)

ICYMI

In case you missed it, tickets are now on sale for TEDxChattanooga’s first-ever “Sessions” on Thursday, Aug. 31 at Barking Legs Theater. The event will feature four local musical groups. Get tickets.

Real Estate

Whether it’s golf with friends, a solo pool day, or a delicious meal + classic cocktail, Black Creek Club membership puts you in touch with the finer things in life. Learn more about membership benefits and plan your next visit.*

Outdoors

Did you know that trees can help reduce your home’s energy costs? Get started with EPB’s helpful tips about how to plant and care for new trees.*

Finance

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.*

Shop

On our wish list: the NETVUE Smart Bird Feeder. It identifies bird species + captures live, high-quality footage you can save or share from your phone.*

Asked

What’s your Chattanooga happy place?

Asked: Where’s your Chattanooga happy place?

The U-Pick Flower Garden at Signal Mountain Nursery is one of our favorite seasonal spots. | Photo by NOOGAtoday

We’re wanting to spread a little joy, Nooga. Which had us thinking, where is your Chattanooga happy place? Think of a place you go in town that warms the heart, allows you to feel calm, or somewhere that brings back fond memories.

We’ll start off.

Editor Kristen here. For me, the U-Pick Flower Garden at Signal Mountain Nursery is one of my local happy places. It’s a seasonal spot where you get to walk through the flower garden and pick whichever flower is speaking to you to take home. It’s a therapeutic experience where you’re surrounded by beautiful flowers and butterflies — it’s just as wholesome as it gets for me. Plus, the gardens just opened up for the season.

Editor Haley here. One of my go-to happy places would have to be the aisles of Dirty Jane’s Antiques. Whether you’re there with an idea in mind on what you want to find, or aimlessly walking around, it’s hard not to get lost in the eclectic secondhand belongings — bonus if it’s raining. There is just something so comforting about being surrounded by well-loved items.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kristen Templeton

From the editor

I was able to check out The Local Dive Retail in NorthShore this weekend, and wow what a vintage lover’s dream. From clothes, furniture, shoes, records, decor, and more — it’s a must-see spot the next time you’re in a shopping mood.

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