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📽️ Unleash your inner friendly film critic

Get ready for Cherry Street Tavern’s inaugural 5-Minute Film Festival
NOOGAtoday | The exterior of Cherry Street Tavern with its sign hanging from the building
Envision a dinner date atmosphere during Cherry Street Tavern’s first film night. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
Local bar Cherry Street Tavern will soon host its first-ever 5-Minute Film Festival on Saturday, Nov. 25.

Folks will be able to see works from local and regional artists that span genres (think: horror, comedy, music videos, and surreal). At the end of the night, one filmmaker will win a $500 prize for best short.

Co-owner Marty Bohannon said the inspiration for this film-centered night was his brother Matt, who has been making independent music videos and hopes to inspire more creativity. Bonus: You’ll be able to see Matt Bohannon’s works throughout the night.

“We figured this would be a pretty accessible way for people to express themselves in the medium,” he said.

NOOGAtoday | A movie still of two men sitting in the backseat of a car.

Get a chance to see this crime + comedy film submission by Logan Nipper entitled “CRAPSHOOT,” following three amateur criminals.

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Movie still by Riley Smith via Logan Nipper

The submission pool (that currently is around 50 films) will be trimmed down by external judges — then the judging will be left to the audience. Here are some need-to-knows for audience members:
  • You need to be 18+, and there’s a $5 cover fee
  • Receive a card upon entry to vote for your favorite
  • Pro tip: Aim to get a seat around 6-7 p.m., the films start after sundown
  • Screening time will be around three hours with chances to hear from the filmmakers
  • End the night with tunes spun from DJ Neena Wang + the winner announcement
You can also expect to see the bar transformed into a mini theater with a projector screen, rows of seats replacing the bar stools, and theater-style concessions from Final Girl Vegan Food.

NOOGAtoday | A movie still of a woman in a black long sleeved shirt holding a glass of wine at a dinner table

See local films featuring local actors such as this submission entitled “Brass Tracks” — a drama short film by Trevor Whalen with actor Johanna Frederickson.

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Movie still by Riley Smith via Logan Nipper

“We’re centered in music, but there’s a lot of moving parts when it comes to what we do here,” Bohannon said. “I think I speak for my brother and the other owner, George MacEwan, we all have a background in hospitality and just want to see people have a good time.”
 
Events
Tuesday, Nov. 21
  • Cutthroat Comedy | Tuesday, Nov. 21 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $15-$25 | Come out for Chattanooga’s comedy game show featuring three teams of comics competing for the title of the funniest + punniest.
Wednesday, Nov. 22
  • NoogaLights | Wednesday, Nov. 22 | 6-10 p.m. | NoogaLights, 12000 Dayton Pk., Soddy-Daisy | $15-$20 | See the opening night of this drive-thru holiday light show that goes on nightly through January.
Thursday, Nov. 23
  • HipHop Feeds The Streets | Thursday, Nov. 23 | 12-6 p.m. | Chatt Foundation, 727 E. 11th St., Chattanooga | Donation | Donate clothing, blankets, and food to benefit the Chattanooga Community Kitchen.
Friday, Nov. 24
  • Randy Steele and the High Cold Wind | Friday, Nov. 24 | 8-11 p.m. | The Woodshop, 5500 St. Elmo Ave., Chattanooga | $12-$15 | See an award-winning songwriter + banjoist front this local bluegrass band.
Saturday, Nov. 25
  • Holiday Open House at Rock/Creek | Saturday, Nov. 25 | 12-3 p.m. | Rock/Creek, 301 Manufacturers Rd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Get in the spirit of the season at the Holiday Open House at Rock/Creek. Enjoy holiday popcorn, warm cider, free tote bags with any purchase, and a special Prize Wheel brimming with holiday deals.*
Events calendar here
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Community

Help Chattanooga become America’s first National Park City
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Nooga residents already proudly call their home a “City in a Park.” | Photos via Pexels
There’s chatter in Chattanooga about the future of Scenic City.

Chattanooga has been nominated by the National Park City Foundation to become the first official National Park City in the US, a prestigious nomination that highlights the city’s efforts to make it “greener, healthier, and wilder.”

Here’s where you come in, NOOGA: The city is looking for the community to help create the story. Show your support by signing up to “Join the Journey” and learn how you can contribute to the movement.
Help Nooga earn National Park City status
News Notes
Transit
  • Greyhound has relocated its Chattanooga boarding hub to Wildwood, GA. The decision follows the selling of the downtown transit building Greyhound was previously utilizing. The building is currently being eyed for a new homeless shelter. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Traffic
  • In anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state, TDOT will halt all lane closure activity on interstates + state highways starting tomorrow, Nov. 22 at 12 p.m. Closures will resume on Monday, Nov. 27 at 6:30 a.m.
Closed
  • Local barbecue restaurant Rib and Loin has closed its doors at its Hixson location. According to a statement, the owners have sold the property but will continue operations at its Brainerd Road location. (NewsChannel 9)
Biz
  • The Creative Discovery Museum has appointed Tim Sears as its new president + CEO, succeeding Henry Schulson. Sears previously worked for the Adventure Science Center in Nashville and the Jane Goodall Institute. (Chattanoogan.com)
Cause
  • The Main St. Farmers Market is teaming up with The Greenhouse Barrel + Taproom to host a month-long canned food drive and “Round Up” event. Stop by The Greenhouse now through Wednesday, Dec. 20 to drop off items and “round up” your tabs to donate to the market.
Community
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Shop
  • Make your home work smarter, not harder. Check out these Black Friday deals on streaming sticks, smart speakers, gaming consoles, tablets, doorbell cameras, smart thermostats + more.*
Retail
  • You’re going to come across a lot of Black Friday Deals, but this one is hard to beat. Divine Goods is offering a full 24% off your entire order with code “NOOGA24” starting Friday, Nov. 24. Glimpse their beautiful gift baskets this way.*
 
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🎄 Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree

10 places to buy live Christmas trees around Chattanooga
NOOGAtoday | A lot of Christmas trees in Southside
Grab friends and family to pick out (and in some cases, chop down) your very own tree for the holidays. | Photo provided by @courtneychristmastreesllc
Get ready to spruce up your space by buying + cutting a live Christmas tree from these spots around the Scenic City.

Weaver Tree Farms, 308 Signal Mountain Rd.
Opening day: Friday, Nov. 24
You might know this spot as the place with the big pumpkin on the side of Signal Mountain Road every October, but get ready for it to be transformed into a winter wonderland with live tree offerings.

Courtney Christmas Trees, 1513 Williams St.
Opening day: Friday, Nov. 24
Stop by this Southside pop-up tree destination for Fraser firs, wreaths, and even take family photos on the lot. Bonus: Stay tuned for dates to build your own wreaths on site.

The Barn Nursery, 1801 E. 24th St Pl.
Open now
Whether you’re in the market for a Christmas tree, evergreens for your outdoor space, or other holiday plants, this local nursery has it all. Bonus: Check out the store’s big holiday event on Tuesday. Nov. 28.
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Today’s edition by:
Haley Bartlett
From the editor
Attention walkers, bikers, and travelers — a section of the Tennessee Riverwalk will be closed for a few days. The trail near Boathouse Rotisserie & Raw Bar + all the way to Chattanooga Rowing will be closed today through Friday, Nov. 24.
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