07.31.2023

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Try these drink recipes created by local bartenders

NOOGAtoday | The Magician cocktail by Matilda Midnight

“The Magician” was crafted by Matilda Midnight’s Bar Manager Monica Penn. | Photo provided by Matilda Midnight

Well, Nooga. It’s the last day of July, which means we’re officially wrapping up our Drink Up Month. We had such a wonderful time celebrating Chattanooga’s beverage industry and can’t thank the folks who partnered with us + everyone who came out to the events enough.

To end the celebrations, we’re bringing you some delicious drink recipes from local bartenders. If you try the recipes out, make sure to let us know how you liked them.

“The Magician”

Created by Monica Penn, Bar Manager of Matilda Midnight.

1.5 oz Madre Mezcal
.75 oz Aperol
.75 oz lime juice
1.5 oz guava syrup
Top with soda
Cilantro
Salt + pepper rim

Add mezcal, Aperol, cilantro, lime, and guava syrup to your shaker. Add ice, shake, and then fine strain into salt + pepper rimmed Collins glass. Add ice and top with soda. Garnish with cilantro flower and a lime wheel.

NOOGAtoday | Blackberry Basil Gimlet from No Hard Feelings — Make an alcoholic version of this cocktail by adding gin.
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Photo provided by No Hard Feelings Bar

Blackberry Basil Gimlet (Mocktail)

Created by Freddy Schwenk, Owner of No Hard Feelings Bar.

1.5 oz Seedlip Garden 108 (NA spirit)
.75 oz blackberry syrup
.75 oz lemon

Garnish with a fresh basil leaf. Can swap with your choice of gin to make an alcoholic version.

“M’s Cup”

Created by Garth Poe, Bar Manager of Main Street Meats.

1.5 oz Pimm’s
1 oz cucumber mint-infused Fords gin
.75 oz strawberry syrup
.75 oz lemon juice
Tonic
Mint

Combine all ingredients in a shaker tin, mount with ice, and shake. Strain into a Collins glass, top with tonic, and mount with ice. Add a huge mint bushel as the garnish.

“It’s sweet and tart and bitter and refreshing, all at the same time — with all the fruit and herb garnishes cemented into the essence of the drink. It’s slightly more gin-heavy than a classic Pimm’s Cup, too.”

More recipes to sip on

Events

Today, July 31

Full Moon Paddle | Monday, July 31 | 7 p.m. | Chickamauga Lake, Chattanooga | $69 | Join Outshine Adventures for a peaceful paddle on Chickamauga Lake beginning at sunset + ending by the light of the full moon.

Tuesday, Aug. 1

Watercolor Sketching in Nature | Tuesday, Aug. 1 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Lula Lake Land Trust, 5000 Lula Lake Rd., Lookout Mountain, GA | $35 | Join local artist Jaime Barks to learn how to paint with watercolors.

Wednesday, Aug. 2

Try Climbing at Walnut Wall | Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 9-11:30 a.m. | Coolidge Park, 150 River St., Chattanooga | Free | Try out vertical rock climbing with Outdoor Chattanooga on the Walnut Wall in Coolidge Park.
Fleet Feet + Oddstory Pub Run | Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 6 p.m. | Oddstory Brewing Co., 1604 Central Ave., Chattanooga | Free+ | Run a 5k route through downtown Chattanooga + enjoy pint night prices at the brewery after the run — runners meet at 5:45 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 3

Vision + Verse: Inspired By The Land | Thursday, Aug. 3 | 6-7 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View Ave., Chattanooga | Free | Join poet Amir Andalib, musician Andrew Witherspoon, and dancer Kendra Norwood for a performance inspired by the museum’s featured exhibit + participate in a follow-up discussion.
Make Your Own Nature Crown | Thursday, Aug. 3 | 6-8 p.m. | Audubon Acres, 900 N. Sanctuary Rd., Chattanooga | $45 | Learn how to make your own upcycled nature crown made from organic + thrifted materials.

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Drink

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Two four-packs of Rebel Rabbit High Seltzer.

Grab a seltzer to feel the buzz and join the rebellion. | Photo provided by Rebel Rabbit

A relaxing, refreshing sipping experience with no hangover? We’re in. This summer, we’re drinking Rebel Rabbit’s THC-infused seltzer — the first of its kind to be federally legalized.

Rebel Rabbit was founded in 2021 with a mission to create products encouraging more balanced lifestyles. Their all-natural, hemp-derived seltzers are designed for anyone looking to cut back on alcohol (and all its negative effects) while still maintaining that elevated experience you get from sipping a deliciously-crafted drink.

Ready to try the buzz? Rebel Rabbit’s high seltzers are available in:

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News Notes

Open

Paleta Pops is now open in Chattanooga’s Southside in its collaborative space with Vibrant Meals. Stop by for a refreshing, handmade popsicle at 203 E. Main St.

Edu

Signal Centers Inc. recently launched its Work Ready program to “address the shortage of trained childcare workers in our area.” The paid internship program is designed to help TANF-eligible individuals gain tools to work in the childcare industry. Learn more + apply.

Civic

The Ridgedale Community Association recently announced its 2023-25 officers. Notably, Chattanooga Public Library’s Public Relations Coordinator Christina Sacco was appointed as president.

Community

Local business management consultant firm Hinton and Company will host a free virtual panel discussion from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3. The panel is open to the public and will cover topics on affirmative action + corporate DEI. RSVP.

Theater

Newly-formed nonprofit Next Exit Productions will bring the award-winning play “50 Miles Away” to Barking Legs Theater in August. The Chattanooga debut of the romantic comedy will run for six shows. (The Pulse)

Plan Ahead

Experience the Roaring 20s in Colledgedale with the Flapper and Tap’R’ arts and farmers market on Saturday, Sept. 9 at The Commons. The market will feature vendors, live music, and prohibition-era themed drinks.

Home

Are your energy bills hiking up with the summer temperatures? We asked the EPB Energy Pros to give us their best tips for optimizing home energy usage. See what they had to say (hint: it will lower your energy bills this summer).*

Award

👏 A special congrats to these cities

Three Hamilton County cities receive statewide honors

NOOGAtoday | Collegedale Public Works Department

Congratulations to the members of the Collegedale Public Works Department. | Photo provided by Small Cities Coalition of Hamilton County

Hamilton County cities Collegedale, Lakesite + Red Bank recently received statewide honors at the 83rd annual Tennessee Municipal League (TML) Conference.

Each year, TML honors Tennessee cities for their “overall excellence, improvement, specific outstanding programs, or department accomplishments.”

Lakesite

Received an award for “Excellence for Small City Progress” honoring the city’s accomplishments + growth over the past year. The city completed its first-ever strategic plan, conducted a community survey, and is in the process of developing its Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

Collegedale

The Collegedale Public Works department received the “Excellence in Public Works” award for their efforts in responding quickly + efficiently to the Norfolk Southern train derailment.

Commissioner Katie Lamb was the recipient of the “Bob Kirk Leadership” award for being an outstanding public servant to their municipality + community.

Red Bank

Public works employee Johnny Ledford (who has served with the department for 31 years) received the “Murphy Snoderly” award, which is given to a city employee “who has proven themselves by continuing to do outstanding work.”

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kristen Templeton

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