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New year, new you... right?

Asked: What are your Chattanooga resolutions going into 2024?
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It’s time to make those resolution lists. | Photo by @randygreenway
We’ve all been there, folks. A new year rolls around and you’re posed with the question of what you want to change or achieve. That’s why here at NOOGAtoday, we’re treating resolutions a little differently — we want to know, what are your Chattanooga-specific resolutions?

Maybe you’ve lived here your whole life but there are sights you’ve never seen, or you’re still getting used to the area and want to feel more like a local. Big or small, we want to hear them all. To get you started, we’ll go first.

Editor Haley here. I’ll be the first to admit resolutions aren’t often my strong suit, typically forgotten within the first few months of the year. There are a few things though that I’m looking forward to challenging myself in 2024.
  • Get back into hiking by trying out a new trail once a month
  • Finally pick up the hobbies of pottery and sewing — Scenic City Clay Arts + The Knot and Needle, I’m coming for you
  • Go to more live shows at our venues
  • Join a local book club
  • Cook more meals with only local ingredients from a farmers market
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2024 is the year to finally get crafty.

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Photo by Lily Hamstra via Scenic City Clay Arts

Editor Kristen here. I’m a firm believer that resolutions can be made any time during the year, but a fresh start never hurts. Here are a few things I’d like to achieve in 2024.
  • Volunteer with local organizations more often — I would love to work alongside the Tennessee Aquarium
  • I’m right with Editor Haley on picking up a new hobby or skill, I plan on taking classes with The Chattery more often this year
  • Add some more books to my TBR pile — especially some written by local authors
Your turn to let us know. You might just see them in an upcoming newsletter.
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Events
Tuesday, Dec. 19
  • Bone Thugs-N-Harmony | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 8-11:59 p.m. | The Signal, 21 Choo Choo Ave., Chattanooga | $49.31-$96.44 | See this Cleveland-based hip-hop group hit the stage in the Scenic City.
Wednesday, Dec. 20
  • Call Me Spinster | Wednesday, Dec. 20 | 8-11:55 p.m. | Barrel House Ballroom, 1501 Long St., Chattanooga | $15 | Spend a night listening to the sounds of this sister-trio band + hear music from the Lily Bethke Band, Brotherton Road, and Jason Lyles.
Thursday, Dec. 21
  • Winter Solstice Labyrinths & Yule Altar | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 5-8 p.m. | Unitarian Universalist Church of Chattanooga, 3224 Navajo Dr., Chattanooga | Free | Enjoy an indoor/outdoor candlelit walking labyrinth, a Yule log fire, and food + drinks to celebrate the solstice.
Friday, Dec. 22
  • Welding with the Grinch | Friday, Dec. 22-Saturday, Dec. 23 | Times vary | MetalMakers Welding School, 1007 Taft Ave., Chattanooga | $45-$175 | Choose from different “Grinch” themed items like a horseshoe Max to weld with the green man himself.
Saturday, Dec. 23
  • Last Minute Market | Saturday, Dec. 23 | 3-8 p.m. | The Commons, 4950 Swinyar Dr., Collegedale | Free+ | For the last-minute holiday shoppers — stop by for gifts from local vendors at this arts, crafts + farmers market.
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News Notes
Closing
  • Local houseplant shop + nursery The Secret Garden announced it will be closing its doors at both the Chattanooga and Cleveland locations. Starting today, Dec. 19 the remaining shop items will be 20% off. Note: The business will continue to offer biophilic design services and plant maintenance.
Civic
  • During the upcoming holiday weekend, the City of Chattanooga’s garbage + recycling services scheduled for Friday, Dec. 22 will be collected as normal. Collection for Christmas Day, Monday, Dec. 25 will be rescheduled for Saturday, Dec. 30. See additional closures.
Transit
  • TDOT has unveiled its first-ever proposed 10-year fiscally constrained transportation project plan. Notably, the $15 billion plan addresses investments, construction projects, and reviews of infrastructure + will be reevaluated annually to consider additional needs.
Development
  • Plans are in place to transform a former extended-stay hotel at 6240 Airpark Dr. into a 120-unit apartment complex. Once a rezoning proposal is approved, construction on the 2.5-acre site will begin in early 2024. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Community
  • River City Co. has opened requests for artists to submit their qualifications for the third installment of its banner refresh program. Submissions for the NorthShore district will be open until Monday, Jan. 15 + the top artists will be selected on Monday, Jan. 22.
Biz
  • EPB was ranked No. 1 for the seventh consecutive year in best customer satisfaction for residential electric service in the south by J.D. Power. The telecommunications company came out on top among mid-sized electric utilities, receiving 71 more points than the overall industry trend.
Kids
  • Elementary school students can spend part of their winter break getting creative with the Hunter Museum of American Art. Register for the Winter Break Camp taking place Tuesday, Jan. 2 through Thursday, Jan. 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ICYMI
  • In case you missed it, the City of Chattanooga is seeking project proposals + volunteers for its 12th annual MLK Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 15. Folks can register for service projects and sign up to volunteer online.
Shop
  • Level up his style with curated looks from Onward Reserve this holiday season. Shop the menswear brand at Warehouse Row to get a feel for the authentically created coats, tailored button-downs, penny loafers, and more in person. Trust us — you’ll want to feel this quality.*
 
Try This

🍳 Scramble up a Big Bad Breakfast

Try This: Brunch at Big Bad Breakfast
NOOGAtoday | A table of breakfast foods including french toast, chicken biscuits, jams, and avocado toast.
Try Big Bad Breakfast for anything but a bad time. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
In case you missed it, earlier this year the NorthShore area welcomed James Beard award-winning Chef John Currence with the opening of Big Bad Breakfast.

Located at 313 Manufacturers Rd., this breakfast and lunch spot is a perfect destination to meet your friends or take those out-of-towners this holiday season. Recently Editors Kristen + Haley got to enjoy their morning with brunch, and we’re hashing out all the details.

Here are some of our must-haves from the menu:
  • Biscuits | Regular with jam + the “Cathead” chicken biscuit | These biscuits are made in-house daily and were the perfect amount of fluffy — we recommend trying all jam offerings (but the blackberry was our favorite).
  • Main dishes | Huevos rancheros grit bowl, avocado toast, sun-dried cranberry + almond granola, and French toast | From the pork sausage (Fun fact: BBB gets all meat specially curated for its menu) to the soft texture of the French toast, it’s hard to pick a favorite on the menu.
Sip it down with these drinks
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This Adams Apple Company apple butter. It’s made in the USA + you can use it to make these amazing apple butter snickerdoodle cookies Lifestyle and Recipe YouTuber Jessica O’Donohue whipped up (just save a few for Santa).
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Today’s edition by:
Haley Bartlett
From the editor
Something I do every year (and sadly haven’t yet) is drive around to see the decorated homes in our surrounding neighborhoods. Seen one that is decking all the halls? Let me know.
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