MLK Book Drive | Saturday, Jan. 6

Annual Prayer Breakfast | Saturday, Jan. 13

Gospel Music Extravaganza | Sunday, Jan. 14

54th Annual Memorial March and Parade | Monday, Jan. 15

Main Program | Monday, Jan. 15

• First Friday | Friday, Jan. 5 | 6-8 p.m. | ClearStory Arts, 1673 S. Holtzclaw Ave., Chattanooga | Free+ | See new works in the gallery, open studios, and live demos + shop from a mini market.

• Intro to Embroidery | Saturday, Jan. 6 | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | The Knot & Needle, 3803 Dayton Blvd., Red Bank | $39.99 | Learn the basic stitching techniques to craft a Tennessee-inspired floral art piece.
• Winter Brrrding: Birdwatching 101 | Saturday, Jan. 6 | 1-2:30 p.m. | Greenway Farms, 4QGM+GV, Hixson, TN | $25 | Come out on a family-friendly hike and learn about how birds habituate and communicate during the winter months.
• Art is Therapy: “The Release” | Saturday, Jan. 6 | 1-6:30 p.m. | The Seed Theatre, 1100 Market St., Chattanooga | Free | This workshop will aim to immerse individuals in art + provide direct access to mental health professionals and therapeutic services.

• The Art of Mindfulness | Sunday, Jan. 7 | 12:30-1:15 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $30 | In this class, you will learn mindfulness techniques + how to integrate the practices into your daily lives.
• The Art of Brewing Elderberry Syrup | Sunday, Jan. 7 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th St., Chattanooga | $27 | Learn how to make this syrup + leave with a recipe card to recreate the process from home.

• Pull My Linger Comedy Night | Monday, Jan. 8 | 8-10 p.m. | Wanderlinger Brewing Co., 1208 King St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Try your hand at open mic comedy with host Reed Landry and Friends at this 21+ spot.

1. Try a new hobby.
2. Find a fun way to move.
3. Go organic with groceries.

• Access to wholesale pricing (products are up to 30% off traditional grocery stores)
• Free two-day shipping with orders $49+
• All organic or non-GMO food
• Guaranteed price matching and more

• Neighborhood Services will launch its Neighborhood Leaders Alliance initiative on Tuesday, Jan. 23. This three-month problem-solving cohort will focus on “developing a shared understanding of our city.” Leaders of local Neighborhood Associations can RSVP online.

• UTC recently received accreditation for its Mocs Recovery Program, which provides students in recovery or treatment for substance misuse with support during their education. The university is one of the first 10 in the US to reach this status for this type of program. (University of Tennessee at Chattanooga)

• Get ready for tee time at the Valleybrook Golf Club for its Golf Seminar and Social on Thursday, Jan. 11 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Attendees will hear about USGA rule updates, the Valleybrook Tournament, and meet Jeff Sherrill, former caddy for Brad Faxson. RSVP by tomorrow, Jan. 6.

• Due to illness, Sleepyhead Coffee will postpone its Dry January Dinner with Mac’s Kitchen and Bar to Friday, Jan. 19. Tickets can be purchased for the new date + current ticketholders can receive a refund if there are scheduling conflicts.

• Applications are open to join the National Medal of Honor Heritage Center’s Teacher Fellowship. This year-long program is open to educators from Tennessee, Georgia + select counties in Alabama. Apply by Monday, Jan. 15.

• Mad Priest Coffee Roasters will welcome Chef Wellington Onyenwe of ShamisoFoods on Friday, Jan. 12 at The Daily Ration for an evening about “The Story of Coffee.” Attendees will be able to taste a three-course meal featuring coffee notes from regions where the roastery sources its beans.

• In honor of its 25th anniversary, the Chattanooga Pipe Band will perform a special show on Saturday, Jan. 27. This event is free and open to the public at Chattanooga Brewing Co. from 8:30 to 11 p.m. (Chattanoogan.com)

• Don’t trust Dr. Google — Cempa Community Care’s Primary Care services include preventative and diagnostic testing, nutritional counseling, vaccinations, women’s health services, mental health counseling + more. Schedule an appointment.*

• Festival magic, reimagined. See The Pop-up Project’s interactive odyssey during the final weekend of the Asian Lantern Festival, Jan. 12-14, at the Chattanooga Zoo. Inspired by Chinese folklore, this captivating performance of dancers, live music, and aerialists will weave its way through the grounds, encouraging visitors to engage + participate.*

• One of our top New Year’s resolutions? Getting our finances in order. Money Pickle matches you with a trusted advisor tailored to your needs through a complimentary video call to help you navigate your money. Book your free session.*

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Important dates

• Wednesday, Jan. 17 | An optional virtual informational session from 12 to 1 p.m.
• Wednesday, Jan. 31 | Call for submissions closes

Need-to-know information

• Artists must be 18+ and live in the EPB service area.
• Artists will be asked to submit at least five images of their art, a vision statement + a sketch of their concept that aligns with the theme.
• Artists will be awarded a supply budget + service fee for their work.