Community centers are hubs of connection, learning, and support — weigh in on how to make Chattanooga’s even better. | Photo by @cityofchattanooga
Did you know there are 20 community centers in Chattanooga? In an effort to make sure these spaces meet the needs and dreams of all Chattanoogans, the city’s Neighborhood Services Division has launched its Your Center, Your Future survey.
From more recreational activities and exercise classes to community service projects and educational programming — you can share what programs, services, and improvements would benefit you and your household the most.
Ready to share your thoughts? Folks can take the survey online in English or Spanish —a paper copy may also be requested from your nearest community center.
The survey will remain open until Monday, Feb. 17. Bonus: Participants who provide their name + contact information will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win lunch with Mayor Tim Kelly.
Events
Events
Thursday, Jan. 30
Chattanooga Skillet Curling Competition | Thursday, Jan. 30-Sunday, Feb. 2 | First Horizon Pavilion | Free+ | Cheer on local teams as they compete on the ice to raise the most funds for the Chattanooga Area Food Bank.
Saturday, Feb. 1
Craft Your Own Miniature Houseplants | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Chattery (Broad Street) | $34 | Learn the basics of scale to create an endless array of tiny houseplants.
Toddler Treks | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Renaissance Park | Free, RSVP | This parent/child program aims to instill your kiddo with a lifelong love of nature.
Sunday, Feb. 2
Couple Shuffle | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Tennessee River Park Pavilion | $19+ | Sprint with your sweetheart or run solo on this course that includes photo-ops + a finish line filled with sweet treats.
Silver Adventures: Hike Blue Blazes Trail at Moccasin Bend | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Outdoor Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Adults 50+ can join Outdoor Chattanooga + the Hunter Museum of American Art for an educational walk through the woods.
Nita Strauss | 7 p.m. | Barrelhouse Ballroom | $26+ | See the guitarist known for touring with Alice Cooper + Demi Lovato take the stage in the Scenic City.
Archaeologists from Southern Adventist University and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem uncovered the artifact among the ruins of an ancient city in Israel in 2016.
The symbols carved into the Ivory Comb (yes, like a hair comb) offer a glimpse of early communication methods among humans.
What does the sentence say? You’ll have to see for yourself.
The exhibit housed within the Lynn H. Wood Archaeological Museum on campus is free, and the artifact will be on display until Friday, May 2. Learn more about and see the museum’s hours.
Coming soon to a porch near you — the St. Elmo Porchfest. The expansion of the Highland Park Porchfest, a community-led music festival where porches become stages, is slated for Saturday, May 3. Stay tuned for more details coming soon.
Community
The City of Chattanooga has donated a section of property that includes the Fireman’s Fountain to Hamilton County. The Chattanooga Fire Department shared that the fountain will be temporarily removed in the near future to conduct significant repairs. (NewsChannel 9)
Sports
Tickets are on sale now to see the Chattanooga Lookouts take on the ChattState Tigers in a seven-inning game on Wednesday, April 2. Fun fact: The game between the two teams will be their 15th meeting and first since 2019.
Arts
ArtsBuild will be joined by Mayor Tim Kelly for a fireside chat on Thursday, Feb. 27 to discuss how the arts are shaping the future of Chattanooga. RSVP to attend for free.
Outdoors
Green Steps and Waterways will host a Citico Creek litter clean-up event on Saturday, Feb. 22. Volunteers will meet at the Carver Youth & Family Development Center at 12 p.m. to clean the stream bank, floodplain + creek.
History
Preserve Chattanooga invites folks who live in historic houses to attend a lesson on how to research the history of your home on Saturday, March 1. Resources for caring for older homes will also be discussed. Register to attend.
Shop
Save time (and your hands) with these kitchen hacks: this jar opener is great for arthritic joints, while this chicken shredder does the hard shredding work for you.*
The Buy
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There’s a new little library for you all to visit. The City of Lakesite has installed a free little library outside its City Hall entrance. Next time you’re in the area, you’re encouraged to take a book and leave a book for someone else to enjoy.