September 20, 2024

Today’s Forecast

91º | 0% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:28 a.m. | Sunset 7:40 p.m.

🌈 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

Health and Mental Health Support | This fund supports LGBTQ+ Chattanoogans access healthcare.
Fannie Mae Scholarship Fund | In honor of drag entertainer Fannie Mae Charles, this educational support scholarship is awarded to LGBTQ+ students.
Employment and Housing Support Fund | This fund is dedicated to supporting sustainable housing + employment opportunities for LGBTQ+ community members.
Chattanooga Pride Community Center Fund | Help meet the organization’s goal to host workshops, classes, and community events in a safe and accessible meeting space.

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.

Events calendar here

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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.*

Job

Hiring? Our new community job board could help you find that perfect candidate. Bonus: For a limited time, you can post your listing for free. Give it a try.

Shop

Go green

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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The Wrap

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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