Local legends

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• Nature by the Pint | Thursday, Oct. 19 | 5:45-7 p.m. | Hutton and Smith Brewing Co., 431 E. MLK Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+, RSVP | Listen to a local expert discuss long-distance hiking + the challenges hikers might face.
• Boo’Z in the Zoo | Thursday, Oct. 19 | 6-9 p.m. | Chattanooga Zoo, 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave., Chattanooga | $20-$25 | This 21+ only event will feature after hour fun with drinks, trick-or-treat stations, a costume contest, and a ride on the haunted carousel.

• “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” | Friday, Oct. 20-Sunday, Oct. 22 | Times vary | Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St., Chattanooga | $22-$27 | See a local production of Edward Albee’s classic American drama about two seemingly opposing couples.
• Carpetbagger’s Comedy Night | Friday, Oct. 20 | 9-10:30 p.m. | The Granfalloon, 400 E. Main St., Chattanooga | $15 | Come out to the final Carpetbagger’s Comedy Night featuring national, regional, and local acts.

• The Great Big Volunteer Day | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Chattanooga Audubon Society, 900 N. Sanctuary Rd., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Join fellow community members and nature enthusiasts to help remove invasive plant species in the area.
• Thriller At Miller | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 5-10 p.m. | Miller Park, 928 Market St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Grab your blanket or chairs for a screening of “Hocus Pocus” + enjoy games, a DJ, and food trucks.
• Laugh Out Latte | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 7-9 p.m. | Sleepyhead Main + Dodds, 2602 E. Main St., Chattanooga | $5 | Sip on mocktails and coffee while listening to a showcase by Uncommon Comedy.

• The Hamilton County Commission recently approved the transfer of the FUSE initiative from the Sheriff’s Office to the Department of Economic and Community Development. This change hopes to “coordinate efforts across county government in addressing the mental health crisis in our community.” (Chattanoogan.com)

• The City of Chattanooga was recently awarded a AAA bond rating from S&P Global Rating for the third year in a row. This award recognizes several factors, including the city’s growing regional economy, “strong and stable financial position,” and supportive practices and policies. (WDEF)

• Tech Tuesdays Chattanooga, a new weekly series, will kick off on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at Society of Work in Somer Station. This free and open-to-the-public workspace + event series “connects and empowers founders, funders, coders, and community builders in the local tech industry.”

• Outshine Adventures + partners will host a Litter Clean Up at Harrison Bay State Park and the Wolftever Creek Boat Ramp on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. You can help clear out the litter on land and in the water via paddleboard. RSVP.

• River City Co. will host its “Downtown Skele-bration” on Saturday, Oct. 28. The day will feature four events at various locations downtown to celebrate Halloween + Dia de Los Santos (All Souls Day) that are open to the public and family-friendly. See event details.

• Remember when we announced the closing of local jewelry shop Bela Co.? The business has officially closed its doors to customers and will have an estate sale today, Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. + Saturday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Think: furniture, fixtures, and leftover inventory.

• The Music Division of the UTC Department of Performing Arts will host the premier of alumnus Dagan Beckett’s documentary “Beautiful Faces.” The screening will take place on Friday, Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. with an opportunity to meet Beckett before. Get your tickets online. (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)