Know before you go

• This event is 21+ only and you must have a valid photo ID for entry
• No pets allowed
• No outside food or drink allowed inside the festival
• This is a rain-or-shine event

What your ticket includes

• Tastings from the 40+ breweries
• A souvenir-tasting pint glass
• Shop from local food + art vendors
• Access to live music performed by Tennessee Dead
• Cornhole + other activities

Adult Big Wheel Race

Volunteer

• Wild Ears: Interpreting Nature | Thursday, Aug. 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga | $30 | Learn to interpret the intuitive noise of nature with wildlife biologist Laura Marsh.

• Artist in Residence: Kris Bespalec “Acts of Preservation” Closing Reception | Friday, Aug. 25 | 6-8 p.m. | Houston Museum of Decorative Arts, 201 High St., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Come out to the last night to view the exhibit + enjoy wine and light snacks.
• James Baldwin Festival of Words | Friday, Aug. 25-Sunday, Aug. 27 | Times vary | Locations vary, Chattanooga | $0-$30 | This three-day festival will showcase emerging + established local artists of African descent who are creating, innovating, and producing work in the literary arts.

• Chocolate Festival | Saturday, Aug. 26 | 12-4 p.m. | Creative Discovery Museum, 321 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | Price of admission | Enjoy all things chocolate — from samples to making cocoa butter lip balm + learning the process of turning cocoa beans into edible sweets.
• Beginner Book Arts: Postcard Travel Journal | Saturday, Aug. 26 | 2:30-4:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $45 | Leave this workshop with a travel journal perfect for recording your adventures.

• Team Spirit Day | Sunday, Aug. 27 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Wear your favorite team’s colors while shopping the Chattanooga Market + have an opportunity to meet the UTC Mocs until 3 p.m.

• A home chef’s paradise | 3 bed, 3.5 bath | New construction boasting a large open kitchen, butler’s pantry, and walk-in pantry
• Porch party perfect | 4 bed, 4 bath | New build with a screened-in porch and wrap-around deck (fireplace and mountain views included)
• Soaring ceilings | 2 bed, 2 bath | Customizable townhomes featuring 10-ft ceilings

• The Chattanooga Housing Authority has proposed two new zoning codes for the downtown area. The codes would “allow for a mix of housing, recreation, and commercial development” planned for 120 acres that will be a part of the Westside Evolves plan. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

• Remember the new School Facilities plan? One of the first public meetings for feedback will be on Wednesday, Aug. 30 at 6:30 p.m. at the Red Bank Community Center. Folks are encouraged to share their thoughts, concerns, and questions at the town hall.

• New restaurant Sabor Modern Latino and Sushi has opened in the Red Bank area. Located at 1800 Dayton Blvd., this family-owned spot will offer “Costa Rican-style menu selections” to customers. Check out the new eatery’s Facebook page for a sneak peek at the food offerings.

• Chattanooga’s Department of Community Development will adjust hours of operation to accommodate more residents. Beginning Monday, Sept. 11, all of the department’s community and civic centers will have extended hours.

• The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga will host its annual Entrepreneur Power Luncheon on Thursday, Aug. 31 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Westin hotel. The luncheon will benefit its Center for Economic and Black Business Success. Get tickets.

• The Chattanooga Lookouts will host its College Football Night on Saturday, Aug. 26 at the AT&T Field. Attendees will get a chance to win SEC Championship tickets + four UTC season passes. Get tickets online.

• In-Town Gallery will host local artist Denice Bizot’s exhibition “Earth Crush” for an opening reception on Friday, Sept. 1 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The exhibit will feature sculptures created from metal + will be on display through Saturday, Sept. 30.

• The Signal Mountain Fire and Police Departments will host a cornhole tournament fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 7 at the Mountain Arts Community Center. The games will be double elimination + begin at 12 p.m. Note: Register with the Scoreholio app by searching for the event. (Chattanoogan.com)

• Tired of scrolling through multiple apps just to find something good to watch? See these recs for the best shows to watch this week.*

• ChattState is partnering with North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) to offer a free eight-week Apprenticeship Readiness Program to those interested in a comprehensive learning experience in the construction and building trades. Applications are due by Friday, Aug. 25.*