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94º | 10% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:09 a.m. | Sunset 8:14 p.m.

 
Inhale, exhale, be well
NOOGAtoday | Various members pose on mats during a yoga class.
Ground yourself at a local yoga class. | Photo by Brooke Bragger Photography via Yoga Landing
This time of year means soaking up the sun and squeezing in some last-minute summer fun. But did you know that August is also National Wellness Month?

No matter what the rest of this month has in store for you, we hope you can find time to focus on your well-being. Keep reading to see our local itinerary to help you find your center.

NOOGAtoday | Bluff View Arts District

Clear your mind by taking a leisure stroll through the Bluff View Art District.

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Photo provided by Chattanooga Tourism Co.

Morning

Kick off your day by getting your blood flowing at one of many yoga classes happening around town. You can join a free Yoga for EveryBODY class tonight from 5 to 6 p.m. with the Chattanooga Fitness Center — and enjoy the last few outdoor sessions before the weather cools down.

Head down the street to Rembrandt’s Coffee House to grab your favorite morning beverage and breakfast + take a seat on the outdoor patio — you might as well take a quiet stroll through Bluff View Art District while you’re there.

NOOGAtoday | Reflection Riding

Immerse yourself in nature on Reflection Riding’s campus.

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Photo by NOOGAtoday

Afternoon

Ready to take your wellness up a notch? Have a professional work out those knots with a massage from one of many spas in the area. We loved our experience at HeadSPA’ce, featuring halo water therapy, a head massage, and clarifying scalp treatments.

Continue your wellness adventure with a quick drive through Lookout Mountain, where you’ll arrive at Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center. Here, you can reconnect with nature, take a stroll on its scenic paths, or participate in programs.

Evening

End the day by basking in the glow of a halotherapy session at Chattanooga Salt Cavern. We also love enjoying dinner with loved ones out on the patio to take in the Scenic City sunset.
 
 
Events
 
Monday, Aug. 26
  • Improv Chattanooga Monthly Open House | Monday, Aug. 26 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Downtown Branch, Chattanooga Public Library | Free | Adults of any age are invited to drop in to watch, participate, and try new things.
Tuesday, Aug. 27
  • Tuesday Matinee | Tuesday, Aug. 27 | 2-4:30 p.m. | Downtown Branch, Chattanooga Public Library | Free | Enjoy complimentary popcorn + a screening of “Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse.”
Wednesday, Aug. 28
  • Weed Wrangle | Wednesday, Aug. 28 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center | Free, RSVP | Learn how to manage and remove invasive plants with the center’s Land Conversation Team — wear protective clothing + bring water and sunscreen.
Thursday, Aug. 29
  • Battle of the Bars | Thursday, Aug. 29 | 5-7 p.m. | Common House | $20-$40 | This friendly competition will feature local bartenders crafting their best cocktails — tickets include 10 tastings.
Friday, Aug. 30
  • Night Market | Friday, Aug. 30 | 7-10 p.m. | Verre Noir | Free+ | Shop a local vendor market and check out some of the surrounding stores that will extend their hours into the night.
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News Notes
 
Olympian
  • The public is invited to a celebration of local Olympic Gold Medalist Olivia Reeves on Tuesday, Sept. 3 on UTC’s campus. The event will include a parade down Vine Street beginning at 5:45 p.m. + festivities on Chamberlin Field. Parking will be available at any UTC lot starting at 5 p.m. (Chattanoogan.com)
Eat
  • Nooga Wing & Craft Beer Week kicks off today, Aug. 26. Folks can enjoy $8 wings + $5 craft beer deals at participating establishments through Sunday, Sept. 1. Bonus: Participants will also have opportunities to win gift cards.
Cause
  • To keep NorthShore’s beloved Chalk Alley vibrant and functioning, the Association for Visual Arts + the NorthShore Merchant’s Collective are seeking donations for supplies. Monetary donations can be made online, $5 will supply 32 pieces of chalk.
Feel Good
  • Chattanooga-based nonprofit Love Without Reason recently celebrated completing 1,000 cleft lip surgeries. The organization provides free surgeries to close the opening between the nose + mouth to people across the world. Bonus: In celebration, Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp has dedicated a day (Oct. 22) to the organization’s accomplishments. (Local 3)
Arts
  • Scenic City Clay Arts (SCCA) is looking for community members to help create 200 bowls for its upcoming Empty Bowls event on Wednesday, Nov. 13. SCCA will host three volunteer days to create the bowls that will be donated to the event. Register to help.
Plan Ahead
  • The Chattanooga Food Center is seeking sponsors + vendors for its Good Food Fair on Saturday, Oct. 5. This festival designed for kiddos will feature a vendor marketplace, a resource fair, food trucks, and food demonstrations at the BlueCross Healthy Place in Highland Park.
Finance
  • Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (It sounds wild, but it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. These are hands down some of the best.*
 
 
Weather
 
🍂 Here’s how fall will feel
NOOGAtoday fall
We can’t wait to see these fall colors. | Photo by Kelly Lacy via Chattanooga Tourism Co.
Time to grab your sweaters. Fall is just around the corner in Chattanooga, so we’re sharing recent forecast developments to make sure you and your family are able to weather the season.

Reminder: The first day of fall is on Saturday, Sept. 22.

🌡️ Temperature

Think warm. This fall, Chattanooga has a 40-50% chance of temperatures being higher than normal.

🌨️ Precipitation

The Scenic City has equal chances of seeing above or below-average rainfall amount this fall, so make sure to keep your umbrellas on hand just in case.

☀️ Drought

Drought conditions are expected to persist this season through the end of November.
 
Asked
 
What fall-themed stories would you like for us to cover?
A. Pumpkin patches + apple orchards
B. Fall food + drink
C. Fall festivals
D. Where to see fall foliage
 
The Buy
 
An Amazon Essentials men’s long-sleeve poplin shirt, currently 55% off for Labor Day. Stock up on this wardrobe basic in classic patterns and colors (think: French blue, washed black, and blue-white checked).
 
 
The Wrap
 
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From the editor
I’m still dreaming about the food + drinks I had at The Greenhouse by Oddstory this past weekend during the Brunch Around the World pop-up. Mark your calendars for the upcoming dates, the next menu will be inspired by East Asian cuisine on Sunday, Sept. 8.
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