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🌈 Y’all means all this fall

A procession of people wearing rainbows, LGBTQ Pride flags, Asexual Pride flags, and fairy wings walk away from the camera in Chattanooga Pride
Last year’s Pride was a blast and this year is turning out to be the same. | Photo courtesy of @chattpride
Pride, but make it autumnal.

Every fall, Chattanoogans break out their Pride festivities. Why not in June? Because October is LGBT History Month — and offers much cooler weather than the summer.

The schedule

  • Pride Kickoff Party | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 6 p.m. | The Moxy
  • Practice with Pride | Monday, Sept. 30 | 6 p.m. | Renaissance Park
  • Queer Chronicles: History Unfolded | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 6 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater
  • Open Mic Night | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 7 p.m. | Sleepyhead Coffee
  • Pride Trivia | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 7 p.m. | Mellow Mushroom
  • Pink Pony Club Night (21+) | Friday, Oct. 4 | 9 p.m. | Common House
  • Magic of Literacy | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 3 p.m. | The Chattanooga Choo Choo
  • Rainbow Revue (18+) | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 8 p.m. | The Westin
  • Pride Parade | Sunday, Oct. 6 | 11:30 a.m. + 1 p.m. | Ross’s Landing
A family with a young child wearing a tie-dye rainbow shirt walk surrounded by a group at Chattanooga Pride

There are plenty of family-friendly events in the line up this year.

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Photo courtesy of @chattpride

Get involved

Want to be a part of the parade? Groups and businesses can be a part of the vibrant celebration by filling out the parade registration form.

Singers, dancers, drag performers, and other artists can apply to show off their talents through the entertainment registration form.

Those looking to lend a helping hand can sign up with the volunteer registration form.

Community funds

Bonus: Each of these funds currently has a sponsor that matches donations up to $2,500.
     
     
    Events
     
    Friday, Sept. 20
    • Mindfulness Storytime | Friday, Sept. 20 | 10-11 a.m. | Eastgate Branch, Chattanooga Public Library | Free | Pre-school-aged children and their grown-ups are welcome to handle big feelings through mindful activities like a story time, yoga, and breathing exercises — September’s theme is “trust.”
    • Chattanooga Noise Night: Women of Noise | Friday, Sept. 20 | 8-10 p.m. | Stove Works | Free | Make some noise for experimental musicians like Ipek Eginli, Leperwitch, and Slow Blink.
    Saturday, Sept. 21
    • Hispanic Heritage Festival | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 12-4 p.m. | Highland Park Commons | Free+ | Enjoy entertainment, dancing, food, and craft vendors + watch soccer teams compete during the Beth Cup.
    • Walk to Wage Hope for the Pancreatic Cancer Community | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. | Tennessee Riverpark Shelter | $25 | Walk to raise awareness + support for the pancreatic cancer community — all proceeds to benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
    • Pink Pony Club for Brats | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Sleepyhead Coffee Main + Dodds | $12+ | Celebrate the first anniversary of the Main + Dodds location with music spun by a DJ and themed cocktails — guests are encouraged to wear pink or green.
    Sunday, Sept. 22
    • Chattanooga Market Makers Market | Sunday, Sept. 22 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion | Free+ | Bring the kids to shop pottery, knitting, painting, wood carving, and leather working.
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    News Notes
     
    Number
    • $3.5 million. That’s how much the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga will receive from Journey Health Foundation. The funds will go towards establishing a Research Center for Health and Economic Analytics to combat healthcare disparities.
    Civic
    • Jurors will now receive $25 per day — a bump from the previous pay of $10. The County Commission opted to go even higher than the original recommendation of $10. (Chattanoogan.com)
    Tech
    • SNAAP is testing a new ride-sharing solution in the Scenic City. The autonomous pods operate on an elevated ribbon way 16-ft above the ground. Take a peek at the pods. (NewsChannel 9)
    Canceled
    • This month’s Neighborhood Services’ Roundtable has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict. Keep an eye on the website for future event dates.
    Cause
    • Empty Bowls of Chattanooga returns on Wednesday, Nov. 13 to raise funds for families accruing lunch debt in Hamilton County Schools. Tickets are $75 and include dinner, dessert, and a locally-crafted ceramic bowl.
    Feel Good
    • Move over Moo Deng, the Chattanooga Zoo just introduced two new live streams. Virtually pop into the giraffe barn and outdoor red panda exhibit any time.
    Finance
    • Rates just dropped. Now could be the perfect time for you to tap into your home equity — calculate your payment.*
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    Go green

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    Pick up some plants for your outdoor garden. | Photo provided by Crabtree Farms
    Botany good plants lately? Make sure to stop by Crabtree Farms’ Fall Plant Sale and Festival on Saturday, Sept. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Fill your fall gardens with native, ornamental, and edible plants. Those without green thumbs can enjoy live music, 30+ local vendors, hay rides, and delicious goodies like tapas, sangria, and kombucha. Plus, this year Chattanooga Food Center will host a live food demo with Shadi Kermanian from 12 to 2 p.m.

    Note: Expect some crowds for this event and plants tend to sell out quickly. You can plan for your shopping trip by checking out the plant sale guide prior to arriving.

    Pro tip: The farm’s guide breaks down what kind of lighting and moisture the plants need, along with other key information that can help you decide which plants would work best for your space.
     
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    This lightweight, breathable men’s pullover —it’s a great basic slim fit and offers soft elasticity for wrinkle free wear.
     
     
    The Wrap
     
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    Today’s edition by:
    Jessalin

    From the editor
    I know the lyrics to Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club” hit a little differently for Chattanoogans. (And if you were lucky enough to get tickets for her Tuesday, Oct. 1 show in Franklin, I kind of hate you.)

    Alas, Chappell Roan is not from Tennessee. Apparently, “I’m having wicked dreams of leaving Springfield, MO” just didn’t rhyme as well.
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