Local events

• Lifestyle Lies and Longevity Lessons | Wednesday, Sept. 20 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $15 | Learn and discuss the most helpful lifestyle tips and longevity lessons tailored towards women’s health.
• Open Mic Night | Wednesday, Sept. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch, 29 Station St., Chattanooga | $7 | Try out your best jokes on stage at this 18+ show.

• Patio Party | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 5 p.m. | State of Confusion, 301 E. Main St., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | Enjoy drink deals and special menu items like the Modelo-infused birria tacos.
• Chattanooga Bacon & Barrel Festival | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | $44-$55 | Sample signature bacon-themed dishes and 15 types of whiskey + enjoy live music and other drink offerings.

• Noontunes | Friday, Sept. 22 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Broad Street (Aquarium Way-High Point Climbing Gym), Chattanooga | Free+ | Head to this lunchtime series for a plant + seed swap, and listen to music by Karen Collins ft. Thomas Bumpass.
• Campfire Concert Series | Friday, Sept. 22 | 6-10 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga | $0-$35 | Enjoy an outdoor concert by Bluesfrog & The Georgia Rhythm around a warm campfire with s’mores and drinks.
• Summer Forever Beach Bash | Friday, Sept. 22 | 7 p.m. | TailGate Brewery, 1464 Market St., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | Celebrate the end of summer with drink specials, a new frozen cocktail release, and Hawaiian pizzas.
• Torchlight Gala | Friday, Sept. 22 | 7-10 p.m. | The Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View Ave., Chattanooga | $80-$105 | Spend an evening enjoying hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, and a silent auction.

• Tennessee Whiskey Festival | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 1-5 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | $40-$125 | This whiskey and spirit-tasting festival features distilleries from TN and beyond, local chefs from The Bitter Alibi, Civil Provisions, and The Daily Ration, and live music.*

• The City of East Ridge is seeking community feedback to inform the creation of its citywide parks and recreation master plan. Residents are encouraged to complete an online survey to share what they would like to see as East Ridge aims to improve its facilities and programming.

• The Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce has appointed Adam Myers as its vice president of economic development. Myers will work to foster Chattanooga + Hamilton County’s economic prosperity by collaborating with local businesses and organizations. (Chattanoogan.com)

• Chattanooga was recently named the “Best All-Around” city to retire in the south by Southern Living. According to the list, the Scenic City “ticks all of the boxes for a great retirement town — including being a magnet for your children and grandchildren.”

• UTC’s Master of Computer Science program has been recognized as one of the best online master’s degrees by Forbes Advisor. UTC’s program was highlighted for factors such as affordability, student outcomes, and student experiences. (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)

• The Children’s Hospital at Erlanger, Safe Kids + The Basics Chattanooga are partnering to host a FunFair Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Chattanooga Green. The free event will have games, snacks, activities, and resources for the kiddos and their families. (Chattanoogan.com)

• The Cherokee Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America has launched its annual MoonPie Sale to raise funds for local troops. Folks can purchase MoonPies at local Elder’s Ace Hardware, Food City, and Tractor Supply stores through October. Check out the schedule.

• Colder months are around the corner — if you need help paying for energy bills, see if you qualify for a Home Uplift renovation (worth up to $10,000) that can keep your home cozier and help reduce your yearly energy costs by $400.*

• Interested in Emergency Medical Services? Learn the ins + outs of training to become a Paramedic or EMT by registering to attend an EMS Information Session at ChattState. Next sessions: Thursday, Sept. 21 and Thursday, Oct. 12.*

• 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.*

• Menopausal symptoms can show up as early as your mid-30s. Test your hormones + walk through your results with a specialist with Wellcore’s $99 At-Home Assessment Kit.*

• Celebrate NOOGAtoday’s birthday with 20% off items in our online store, Six & Main. Use code NOOGABIRTHDAY at checkout.

• Hello fall, we’re glad you’re here. Six & Main has everything you need this season from refreshing cocktails to cozy candles. Shop fall essentials.

• Last week, Apple unveiled the Apple Watch 9 — which means you can get a great deal on the Apple Watch 8. Snag it for Amazon’s lowest price in 30 days.

• It doesn’t get more luxurious than the Drowsy sleep mask, which is silky smooth on skin and completely light-blocking for the deepest sleep.

• The Bentgo stackable lunch box includes two stackable containers, built-in silverware, and dividers to snugly fit food portions into individual compartments.