The Essentials of Whole Food Plant-Based Living | 2:30-4 p.m. | The Chattery (Broad Street) | $23 | Start the new year by redefining your food lifestyle in this introduction that will challenge conventional dietary norms.
Departure | 9-11:55 p.m. | Barrelhouse Ballroom | $25 | This Journey tribute band is embarking on their 15th year and the Scenic City marks one of the first stops in 2025.
Sunday, Jan. 5
Holiday Christmas Lights Train | Times vary | Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum | $15+ | End the holiday season with a special six-mile trip that will take you across historic bridges, through a pre-Civil War, horseshoe-shaped tunnel + see a turntable demonstration.
Saturday, Jan. 11
Wauhatchie Boulderfest 2025 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Rockmont Park | $30+ | Whether you’re a beginner or pro, climb to new heights + enjoy a fireside hangout to support local conservation.
If Tennessee was a sandwich, what would it be? If you said Nashville hot chicken or picture Elvis’ iconic sandwich, you agree with Chowhound’s list of “The Most Iconic Sandwich in Each State.” Way cooler than Idaho’s, if you ask us.
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January is both National Hot Tea Month and National Soup Month. Makes sense — winter is a great time for warm liquid. Might we recommend these five local spots to enjoy tea?
Trivia
Calling all historians, APUSH students, and know-it-alls. Have you put your knowledge of US trivia to the test by taking our dang-near-impossible quiz? Go ahead and try to get a perfect score, we dare you.
Tech
Instagram now lets you schedule direct messages. If we could, we’d schedule a DM to you, asking to give us a follow on the ‘gram. Where else are you going to see such adorable animal content?
City Guide
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This guide is kind of our jam. | Photo by @brittbossert
Hear that? It’s the scintillating sound of Chattanooga’s live music venues beckoning you to a performance you’ll never forget.
The Signal | 21 Choo Choo Ave. Capacity: 2,000 After moving locations, this venue now offers an event space and concert hall, bringing in a range of acts. Think: Local musicians, nationally-known artists, and themed DJ nights.
The Woodshop | 5500 St. Elmo Ave. Capacity: 50 This neighborhood venue hosts live music events and live recordings, offering an experience that is up close and personal.
JJ’s Bohemia | 231 E. MLK Blvd. Capacity: 150 Host to primarily punk rock acts in the area, this 21+ spot has been “Chattanooga’s favorite weird little venue since 2006.”
Hi-Fi Clyde’s | 122 W. Main St. Capacity: 366 You can see live music at this restaurant in Southside every Thursday through Sunday. Note: Friday and Saturday becomes 21+ after 8 p.m.
Did we miss your favorite spot to jam out? Let us know.
It’s good to be back writing to you all. While I’m not one for resolutions, there’s nothing wrong with wanting to grow a little more. I’m definitely bookmarking this Chattanooga Seed Starting Guide to help improve my green thumb.
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