Need-to-knows

• Concession + drink sales begin at 6 p.m.
• Attendees can bring coolers and snacks, but no outside alcohol is permitted
• Live music begins at 7 p.m. + will end by 10 p.m. (unless it’s an extended performance)
• On the extended dates (May 25, Aug. 17 + Aug. 31), Riverfront Parkway will be shut down by Ross’s Landing to utilize both lawns
• Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs
• Attendees can enjoy cornhole + other giant games
• Leashed pets are welcome + a doggy pool will be onsite for your furry friends

Lineup

• May 25 | A1A: A Tribute to Jimmy Buffet Band + Ogya World Music Band
• June 1 | Strung Like a Horse + Lenox Hills
• June 8 | The McCray Sisters + Luke Simmons & The Lovestruck
• June 15 | Paul Thorn Band + Bee Taylor
• June 29 | On the Border: A Tribute to The Eagles + BIAS
• July 6 | Rubiks Groove + Scott Mulvahill
• July 13 | The Peterson Brothers + Swayyvo
• July 20 | Earth to Mars: A Bruno Mars Experience + Paul Childers Band
• July 27 | Mike Farris & The Fortunate Few + Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves
• Aug. 3 | Drivin’ N’ Cryin’ + Scarlet Love Conspiracy
• Aug. 10 | Back 2 Mac: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac + The Essentials
• Aug. 17 | Departure: A Tribute to Journey + Moon Juice
• Aug. 24 | The Afternooners + Et Cetera
• Aug. 31 | The Malemen: A Night of Motown + Rick Rushing & The Blues Strangers

• Try Archery | Monday, March 11 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St., Chattanooga | Free | Take aim at an indoor archery session provided by Outdoor Chattanooga — must be 18+.

• Yard Game Day | Tuesday, March 12 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Tennessee Riverpark Hubert Fry Center Oval, 4301 Amnicola Hwy., Chattanooga | Free+ | Bring the family for an afternoon of playing yard games.

• Page-Turners on the Patio | Wednesday, March 13 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Naked River Brewing Co., 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+, RSVP | Enjoy a brew with a book on your own or socialize with other readers.

• Spring Workshop: Mysterious Edible Mushrooms | Thursday, March 14 | 6-8 p.m. | Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St., Chattanooga | Free | Learn about all things fungi in this educational workshop with Gowin Valley Farms.

• “Whose Live Anyway?” | Friday, March 15 | 8 p.m. | Walker Theatre, 399 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $82.15-$306.50 | Join the comedians for a night of interactive improv.

• Hamilton County Commissioners recently approved a $500,000 contract increase involving McDonald Farm. The new contract will allow for engineering services to implement an “industry level” water-line extension on the site. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

• The prescribed burn for Maclellan Island is scheduled to take place tomorrow, March 12 beginning at 8 a.m. and lasting into the mid afternoon. During the burn, traffic on Veterans Bridge will be reduced to one lane in each direction. Note: The burn may be canceled if weather conditions change.

• Taco Mamacita’s second Chattanooga location at 2031 Hamilton Pl. Blvd. will open its doors to the public today, March 11. Swing by from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. to try out items from a new menu, along with other Tex-Mex favorites.

• Time to pump the brakes. The speed limit has been reduced at Walker Road (between Lee Highway and Standifer Gap Road) to 30 mph + at Gray Road (between Jenkins Road and Igou Gap Road) to 25 mph. Both speed limits are in effect immediately. (Chattanoogan.com)

• Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center has opened early access to its Native Plant Nursery for current members. The nursery will open to the public on Saturday, March 16 + will operate Thursdays-Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Foundation House Ministries will host its annual Spring Banquet on Tuesday, March 19 at Westwood Baptist Church in nearby Cleveland. From 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., attendees will hear from CEO and Founder Suzanne Burns and graduates from the program that helps support mothers and pregnant people in crisis.

• Registration is now open for the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga’s Miracle League. The league is designed to connect those living with disabilities to the game of baseball + is open to ages four and up. Note: Buddies will be provided for the players.

• Busy parents — this one’s for you. ChattState is hosting a ChattState Open House Egg-stravaganza on Saturday, March 23, offering a chance to see the campus, learn about free tuition, and talk with faculty and other busy adults like you. And just for kids: a petting zoo + the Easter bunny. Get details.*

• Don’t be left in the dark. From a supplies checklist to safety tips (and real-time updates), see how to get ready for spring and summer storms, tornadoes, and more.*

• This cozy men’s sweatshirt has been climbing the sales ranks and we can see why — the brushed fleece makes this everyday essential super comfortable.*

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