Chattanooga is gaining a new music venue, a fine dining restaurant, and a brand new experience — all in one. | Rendering by Mattaforma
Michelin star-chefs, intimate settings, conversations over courses, and transcendental house music filling the void — that’s what each guest will experience when Monospace opens in the Southside.
Brought to you by the minds of creative director and DJ Christopher Knowles + Craig Richards, executive chef of Altanta-based Lyla Lila, this venture has been in the making since 2023.
“Our joy is in curating, we want you to think of Monospace as effectively breaking out of your comfort zone,” Knowles said. “We want to curate really interesting and compelling experiences for you.”
Pop-up events that feature an intimate dinner followed by an after party with a DJ
The opening of an outdoor space.
Knowles said this modular concept is a cross-pollination of two experiences that connect people + build community.
Photo provided by Monospace
The space will reside at the undeveloped side of Stove Works and be a build-out of shipping containers that will be transformed into a micro-kitchen + bar and a DJ booth. This area is projected to break ground at the end of this year.
Culinary Experience: Cozy Meals | 6-9 p.m. | Creative Arts Guild, Dalton, GA | $90 | Learn recipes for meals that warm the heart and soul during the cold months in this 21+ class led by Chef Jasa Joseph.
MANIA | 7:30 p.m. | Walker Theatre | $48+ | From “Waterloo” to “Take a Chance on Me,” this band performs all of ABBA’s greatest hits, transporting you back to the disco era of the 1970s.
Tuesday, Feb. 18
Housing Policy Forum | 6:30-8 p.m. | The Historic | Free, RSVP | Join CALEB for a solution-oriented discussion + presentation on data and visuals showcasing housing trends in our area.
“SIX” | Tuesday, Feb. 18-Sunday, Feb. 23 | Times vary | Memorial Auditorium | $70+ | From Tudor Queens to pop icons, the “SIX” wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
Mobility for Men | 6-7 p.m. | Key to Change Wellness | $20 | Men of all ages can take this approachable alternative to yoga to improve mobility in the hips + back.
Thursday, Feb. 20
Buy Black: Show and Share | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery (Broad Street) | Free, RSVP | Think show and tell but for the culture — bring in your favorite Black-owned items to share with others to learn about + celebrate different brands.
Make & Take: Natural Skincare | 6-8 p.m. | Crabtree Farms | $35 | Treat yourself to an afternoon of self-care and discovery as you learn to create your own healing skin salve and calendula-infused face oil.
Early voting has officially begun for the City of Chattanooga’s Municipal Election on Tuesday, March 4. Now through Thursday, Feb. 27, city residents can head to one of three polling stations to cast their vote — the polls are closed today, Feb. 17 for President’s Day and will resume tomorrow.
Development
Construction has begun for the city’s new Business Resource Center on East MLK Boulevard. This $1.8 million project will be a hub for local entrepreneurs, offering technical assistance, funding opportunities + access to legal and accounting services. The center is projected to open in October. (Local 3)
Travel
We’re all dreaming of beaches and sunshine, right? The Chattanooga Airport has launched a nonstop flight to Punta Gorda, FL through Allegiant Air. Biweekly seasonal flights are available to book on Thursdays + Sundays.
Featured
Two Chattanooga businesses were featured in TikTok’s Super Bowl commercial. Cocoa Asante — whose business bloomed after being featured by TikTok influencer Keith Lee — and CPRWrap Inc., a company that creates life-saving kits, were shown as examples of small businesses thriving on the platform. Bonus: See behind the scenes.
Community
Finley Stadium has released its “2025 Pavilion Events at a Glance” calendar. Things we’re excited about? The Chattanooga Stampede Pro Rodeo, the return of the Chattanooga Market + the Chattanooga Margarita Festival. Don’t worry, we’ll be giving the full scoop on these major events in the future.
UTC
Thanks to a $10,000 grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation, UTC’s fitness facility, the Aquatic and Recreation Center (ARC), has a newADA-compliant chair lift for the indoor pool. The ARC is open to all students, with memberships available for affiliated community members. (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)
Arts
Scenic City Clay Arts (SCCA) is creating a “Clay Makers’ Showcase” exhibition in ArtsBuild’s building. The installation will run from Thursday, Feb. 27 (with an opening reception from 5:30 to 7 p.m.) through Thursday, April 24 + will feature the works of the students in SCCA’s collective.
Mansion Monday
This 4,072-sqftSignal Mountain home nestled on five acres of private land. Originally built in 1972, this ranch-style home received an add-on of the right wing in 2002, offering the now spacious primary suite. See the full layout — we love the stone work.
Number
$0. That’s how much it costs to post your first job listing on our community job board. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain — you’ll discover talented local candidates. Try it now.
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Outdoors
🛶 A paddle adventure like no other
Join over 300 paddlers this summer to travel through Georgia, Tennessee + Alabama on the water. | Photo via Chattanooga Tourism Co.
This summer, a historic feat is taking place in our backyard (but really, the riverfront) as Paddle Georgia — the largest week-long canoe/kayak camping adventure in the country — launches its first expedition through the Tennessee River to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
The journey will begin Sunday, June 15 + run through Sunday, June 22, covering over 80 miles. Alright, paddlers, let’s break down the trip and some local sights.
Kick off in nearby Ringgold, GA for a 10-mile run to Graysville.
Travel from Graysville to Chattanooga’s Sterchi Farm Trailhead (16 miles) — you’ll see: Audubon Acres, Camp Jordan (campsite), Shallowford Ecological Preserve + the South Chickamauga Creek Greenway.
A 6-mile dash during the Chattanooga Cha Cha through downtown — you’ll see: Coolidge Park, the Tennessee Aquarium + have the day to explore.
Speaking of paddlers, in all my years living here, I’ve actually never taken up paddling myself (but I’m hoping to change that this summer). For my fellow beginners, I recommend booking an instructional class through L2 Outside or checking out Outdoor Chattanooga’s guide to paddling in the Scenic City — they sometimes offer free lessons as well.
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