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Get ready to choose your own adventure

Choose your own adventure with The Pop-Up Project
NOOGAtoday | Performers in an abandoned mill surrounded by crowd.
Come out to the second immersive production in Coosa Mill. | Photo provided by Kelly Lacey
Last fall, The Pop-Up Project’s “If These Walls Could Talk...” performance brought thousands of folks together at Mill Town, a mixed-use development near the Oak Grove + Ridgedale neighborhoods.

This year, the dance production company has continued its partnership with Mill Town to present “Until the Sun Rises,” an immersive show that will allow audience members to step inside the action — experiencing dance, music, and installation art in a new way.

The show was written and produced by The Pop-Up Project’s Co-Founder and Director Jules Downum + choreographer Jeri Eduave and will be performed inside Coosa Mill (the Standard Coosa Thatcher building at the center of Mill Town).

“This year’s show is full of heart, and is based on stories from individuals whose moral beauty we find inspiring,” said Downum.

NOOGAtoday | The Pop-Up Project performers take a bow after show, surrounded by crowd.

This year’s show will open up more spaces within the Coosa Mill than ever before.

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Photo by Rachael Porter

So, how will the show work? The Pop-Up Project invites attendees to choose their own adventure, meaning you will be able to decide how much you want to be involved in the show. Upon your arrival, you’ll choose from a variety of stickers:
  • Green sticker | Performers may engage with you
  • Yellow sticker | Performers will approach with caution
  • Red sticker | Indicate you would rather not be engaged with by performers
Audience members will move locations throughout the three-hour show, following the dancers throughout the space. Each room, hallway, stairway, and corner will deliver a unique experience.

Pro tip: Chairs will be available to take a break during the performances, but if you would prefer to sit throughout the entirety of the show, we recommend attending the seated performance on Access Night.

Ready to embark on your adventure? There will be five performances of “Until the Sun Rises” with the opening night showing on Friday, Nov. 3. at 7:30 p.m.

Bonus: Keep the fun going at the pre-parties + after-parties.
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Events
Today, Nov. 2
  • Gentle Fitness Class for All Beginners | Thursday, Nov. 2 | 5-6 p.m. | Chattanooga Fitness Center, 1254 E. 3rd St., Chattanooga | Free | Build community in a low-stress environment, whether you’re working out for the first time or you’re getting back into a fitness routine.
Friday, Nov. 3
  • Rox Climbing Fest | Friday, Nov. 3-Sunday, Nov. 5 | Times vary | Stone Fort, 9104 Brow Lake Rd., Soddy-Daisy | $125 | Spend three days camping and bouldering + enjoy keynote speakers, educational programming, and music.
  • “Weird/Rude/Probably Cursed” | Friday, Nov. 3 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $30-$40 | See a showcase of “misscreatives who are not shy about diving horns first into the strange and dragging their audience with them.”
Saturday, Nov. 4
  • 25th Birthday Celebration | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 3-8 p.m. | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Celebrate the farm’s birthday with a community potluck, bonfire, and activities for the family.
Sunday, Nov. 5
  • Chattanooga Beard Contest | Sunday, Nov. 5 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | See how your beard shapes up compared to others based on anything from length to most decorated.
  • Soddy Daisy Pie Festival | Sunday, Nov. 5 | 2:30-5 p.m. | First Baptist Church, 10185 Dayton Pk., Soddy-Daisy | Free+ | Bring your best pie to enter in a pie competition + enjoy music, hayrides, and a bonfire with hotdogs and s’mores.
Saturday, Nov. 18
  • JW Starlight: A Holiday Pop-Up Experience | Saturday, Nov. 18-Saturday, Jan. 6 | 5-11 p.m. | JW Marriott Nashville, 201 8th Ave. S., Nashville | $30-$40 | Journey aboard the JW Starlight and be whisked away on a 60-minute sensorial expedition across stunning landscapes complete with weather events, environmental surprises, craft cocktails, and more.*
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News Notes
Development
  • The Chattanooga City Council approved a Westside tax district, allowing for investments in development projects such as The Bend + Westside Evolves. New tax revenues in the district will go toward “specific, agreed upon expenses related to the development.” (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Sports
  • Chattanooga and the surrounding areas will host 500+ softball teams this weekend for the largest fall fast-pitch softball tournament in the country. Girls softball teams from 32 states will compete and seek college recruitment opportunities. Good luck to all the competitors.
Cause
  • In an effort to support customers during a time of need, EPB + TVA have committed $220,000 to the United Way of Greater Chattanooga’s Bridge fund. The fund aids residents who are facing financial hardship to address basic needs such as food, utilities, and housing. (Chattanoogan.com)
Learn
  • Curious about recent updates and renovations at the Chattanooga Airport? Join the Young Professionals of Chattanooga in conversation with the airport’s CEO April Cameron on Wednesday, Nov. 15. Attendees will hear from Cameron and other staff members + take a tour of the airport. Register to attend.
Environment
  • TDOT has announced its third annual No Trash November initiative, a month-long effort that encourages residents to participate in cleanup events. This year, the initiative’s goal is to remove 50,000 pounds of litter from roadways across the state. Find one of the events around Chattanooga.
Outdoors
  • Point Park will waive its entrance fee on Saturday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Folks will be able to take in the views atop Lookout Mountain and explore the trails for free from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fact or Fiction
  • Heating your home makes up 45% of your energy bill — fact or fiction? See the answer.*
Arts
  • Looking for a new date night idea? The Doo Wop Project and Grace Potter are coming to the Walker Theatre this November. Get tickets for these shows and see what else is coming to the Walker Theatre and Memorial Auditorium this fall.*
 
Sports

🛶 On your mark, get set, row

Get ready for Chattanooga’s 2025 Head of the Hooch regatta
NOOGAtoday | rowers paddling across Tennessee River with crowd on the shore.
Gather along the Tennessee River to see this year’s Head of the Hooch competitors. | Photo via Chattanooga Tourism Co.
Chattanooga’s annual two-day Head of the Hooch regatta will take place this weekend, Saturday, Nov. 4-Sunday, Nov. 5.

Folks can gather along the Tennessee River to cheer on registered teams as they row a 4,500-meter course that will end at Ross’s Landing. Pro tip: Check out the full race schedule.

The best spots to watch? Try one of these locations:
  • Walnut Street Bridge for an aerial view
  • Coolidge Park for a quieter setting
  • Ross’s Landing for a crowd + finish line view
  • Somewhere along the Tennessee Riverwalk for the spot you think is best, based on the race course
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Kristen Templeton

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
Last night, I got a sneak peek of Elsie’s Daughter before its opening to the public on Friday, Nov. 3. The space is absolutely beautiful with a carefully curated food + drink menu to match.

Note: At this time, reservations are currently only available for The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo guests, so service will be on a first come, first served basis.
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