See which traveling art installations will be staying in Chattanooga from January to May. | Photo provided by Creative Discovery Museum
We have discovered the secret to traveling the streets of Bollywood + stepping back in time to conservation efforts of the mid-19th Century without even leaving the Scenic City.
Okay, fine we’ll tell you — the answer lies within the two art exhibits the Creative Discovery Museum (CDM) and The Hunter Museum of American Art are debuting this month.
You and your kiddos will be immersed into Indian culture through fun and educational activities that depict the similarities and differences between life in India and here in Chattanooga.
Don’t miss: Preparing roti and other traditional dishes, taking a Tuk Tuk ride, walking the Bollywood red carpet in colorful sarees + shopping the marketplace that features spices and block printing.
See John James Audubon’s 1843 handcolored lithograph + other works from the Bank of America Collection.
Photo provided by The Hunter Museum of American Art
This art exhibit comes from The Bank of America Collection + captures pivotal moments of the environmental movement through art. See 88 works of art in four categories.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Hope and Community | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art | Free | Enjoy free admission + participate in activities and discussions related to the legacy of Dr. King, from poetry writing to meditation.
Tuesday, Jan. 21
Dragon Bingo | 7-9 p.m. | The Dragon | $5+ | Join The Seed Theatre for a game while you sip on mocktails and infused drinks.
Wednesday, Jan. 22
Spirits & Sustainability | 5-7 p.m. | Millies on Main | Free+, RSVP | Sip and shop for high-quality, pre-loved name-brand furniture, decor, and gifts while hanging out with green|spaces.
Thursday, Jan. 23
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen | 8:45-10 p.m. | The Beverly Ballroom at The Hotel Chalet | $34+ | Hear your favorites like “Somebody to Love” and “Bohemian Rhapsody” performed in a new way while underneath the warm glow of candlelight.
Tennessee’s first premier racing simulator lounge has opened on Hixson Pike. FlatOut Sim Racing offers six full motion racing simulators + one full flight simulator — all assembled by hand by Nashville-based company Podium1.
Community
If cleaning out your closets was on your New Year’s to-do list, think about selling your old winter items to Four Bridges Outfitters. The NorthShore store is currently in need of ski apparel, gloves/mittens, neck gaiters, sleeping bags, and more.
Eat
It sure is getting chili in here, isn’t it? Leroy’s Beer Lounge will be bringing back its chili cook-off on Saturday, Feb. 1. Starting at 3 p.m., your $7 tasting tickets will get you bowls of over 20 different types of homemade chili. Bonus: Proceeds will go back to the community.
Older Adult
The City of Red Bank Parks, Trails, and Recreation Division has added more free programming for residents 55 or older. Check out what the rest of January has in store, like guided exercises on Thursdays at 10 a.m.
Mansion Monday
A 9,178-sqft Colonial-style home atop Lookout Mountain on West Brow Road. See the details of each room, including a home gym with a mini basketball court + pay close attention to the sunset views and the infinity pool.
Shop
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Asked
Asked
Which famous Martin Luther King Jr. speech references the Chattanooga area?
A. “Loving Your Enemies” B. “I Have a Dream” C. “Where Do We Go From Here” D. “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop”
A non-slip doormat with a size option big enough for double-door entryways. It’s machine washable (score), doesn’t slip and slide out of place, and comes in neutral, geometric patterns to match any room’s decor.
The annual Memorial March and Parade always has such a special place in my heart — my first year at UTC, I got to cover the event for our school newspaper. If you haven’t been before, I promise you don’t want to miss out on joining the community today at 1 p.m. (the parade starts on Georgia Avenue). Bonus: You might still be able to volunteer for a MLK Day of Service project.
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