It’s hard not to feel productive in these outdoor spaces around town. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
Working from home is all fun and games until you need a change of scenery. Check out these local spots to get fresh air while you work on tackling that to-do list.
Start your workday with a coffee and house-made pastry. Note: Outlets are located along the back wall and at the base of the fountain in the center of the patio.
Get a breath of fresh air in this spot’s garden-like patio area with plenty of tables. Pro tip: Make sure you charge up your laptop as there aren’t any outlets outside.
Make your office a work of art, literally at this Southside park that spans 33 acres and features large, contemporary sculptures from all over the world.
Lunch and Learn | Wednesday, Aug. 9 | 12-1 p.m. | green|spaces, 63 E. Main St., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Hear from speakers representing Erlanger Nurse Family Partnership + Build It Green discuss what environmental interventions can improve your health.
Thursday, Aug. 10
Bitters 101: Cocktails | Thursday, Aug. 10 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $35 | Learn the history of bitters, what they’re used for, and how they affect drinks while tasting cocktails + take home recipe cards.
“50 Miles Away” | Thursday, Aug. 10-Saturday, Aug. 12 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $15-$50 | Watch the journey unfold on the stage as two strangers who meet on the highway are searching for their next destination.
Friday, Aug. 11
“Dear Hip Hop: Poetry & Storytelling of When We Met Hip Hop” | Friday, Aug. 11 | 6-9 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with a guided conversation from Velvet Poetry, trivia hosted by DJ MCPRO, and a panel discussion with local creatives.
Helen Keaney | Friday, Aug. 11-Saturday, Aug. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch, 29 Station St., Chattanooga | $19-$22 | Have a night full of laughter with a national headliner.
Saturday, Aug. 12
Intro to Beekeeping | Saturday, Aug. 12 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th St., Chattanooga | $30 | Get introduced to key concepts in beekeeping, honey extraction, bee biology + the costs involved.
Pool Pawty | Saturday, Aug. 12 | 1:30-3 p.m. | Carver Recreation Center, 600 N. Orchard Knob Ave., Chattanooga | $20 | Bring the pups to cool down with swimming, pup cups, and fun games — note ticket price is per dog.
FarleyCon Pop Culture and Comic Book Expo | Saturday, Aug. 12-Sunday, Aug. 13 | Times vary | Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy., East Ridge | $15-$50 | Experience all things pop culture full of meet and greets with stars from the comic + TV world.
Secretary of State Tre Hargett has appointed Hamilton County Schools educator Rebekah Reed as a member of the 2023-24 Civic Education and Engagement Advisory Committee. Rebekah will help develop statewide lesson plans + curriculum. (Chattanoogan.com)
UTC
UTC’s Gary W. Rollins College of Business recently named Mike Bradshaw director of the UTC Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE). Mike has been with the university since his own enrollment + has served as CIE’s first entrepreneur-in-residence since 2021. (University of Chattanooga Tennessee)
Pets
Thursday, Aug. 10 is HES Night at the Chattanooga Lookouts. The Humane Educational Society will be on-site with adoptable dogs to interact with before the game. Bonus: Get a $5 discounted ticket to the game using the code “hesc2023.”
Health
The Signal Mountain Police + Fire Departments will host a community blood drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 28 at 1111 Ridgeway Ave. A Bloodmobile will be on-site + donors will receive a free t-shirt. Schedule your appointment time.
Plan Ahead
The AIM Center will host a members’ art exhibit from Sept. 15 through Oct. 27 at the Association for Visual Arts (30 Frazier Ave.). “Creating Place: Recovery Through the Arts” will feature ~70 works of art from individuals who receive mental health services from the center. (The Pulse)
Listen
TEDxChattanooga has announced the five speakers for its upcoming flagship event in November. Folks will hear talks from Christine DiPietro, Greg Funderburg, Hudson Brock, DeJuan Jordan, and Jon Jon Wesolowki. Read more about each speaker.
Shop
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Finance
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Asked
☀️ When the sun goes down
Asked: Where is your go-to sunset watching spot?
Any place in the Scenic City is a good place for a sunset. | Photo by @tvernier
We recently shared a little nod to our scenic views via Instagram, and it got us thinking. Where are your go-to spots to watch the sunset, or even rise?
Whether you’re new to town or have been a Chattanoogan your whole life, we want any and every suggestion (we promise we will keep your secrets...only sharing with our thousands of dedicated readers + followers).
We’ll go first. Editor Haley loves sitting on the docks by the Riverwalk and watching the sun go down over the mountain hills. There’s just something about the pink and gold hues that make the city shine.
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Award
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Pets
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