Put on your best walking shoes, we’re taking this history lesson to the streets. | Photo by @ellespicsoflife
How long does it take to see 65 historic sites around Chattanooga? Well, that’s completely up to you.
Thanks to funds from Chattanooga Tourism Co.'s Cultural Tourism Advancement Grant, Preserve Chattanooga has launched a database of self-guided tour maps.
While you can see the full map for each area online, we’re dropping a pin on some of our must-sees. Pro tip: The gold star icons represent architectural + historic gems.
Patten Hotel | Once was the stone Fort Jones + was built as the city’s first $1 million skyscraper in 1908
Customs House | Built in 1892 with limestone + in the Romanesque Revival style
Columbia Hotel | Now known as The Dwell Hotel with surrounding storefronts
Bonus: If you prefer a tour guide, you can join Preserve Chattanooga on Saturday, March 22 for an hour-long tour of the buildings downtown — just RSVP.
Rock Painting | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Tennessee Riverpark | Free+ | Leave your mark one rock at a time with this craft + add it to Scarlett the Rock Snake while enjoying games and drinks.
Meadowlands Hike | 1-3 p.m. | Cloudland Canyon State Park, Rising Fawn, GA | Free | Take a moderate hike with the park naturalist, from The Interpretive Center along the Overlook Trail to the Meadowlands.
Thursday, March 20
Farm Days | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | McDonald Farm, Sale Creek | Free+ | Explore the farm to meet the animals, learn how to care for them, and have a barnyard blast.
Bobby Stone Film Series | 7:30 p.m. | The Walker Theatre | $12+ | Watch the classic telling of Count Orlok in the silent film “Nosferatu” as it’s synced with Radiohead’s album “Kid A.”
Friday, March 21
Porch Sale | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Wright Hotel, Chatsworth, GA | Free+ | Come out to shop vintage, antiques, and used items to support the upkeep of this historic hotel.
Riverside Chattanooga 10 | Friday, March 21-Saturday, March 22 | Times vary | First Horizon Pavilion | Free+ | Come for the cars, stay for the people at this event that features live music, food trucks, a market + a showcase of vintage and luxury cars.
The City of Chattanooga is looking to create a bank of local vendors to join its City Supplier Program. Businesses can register through the online Supplier Portal + will gain access to bid notifications and procurement resources for when the city needs to purchase goods and services.
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Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly presented Ishmael Reed with a key to the city during his recent visit. Reed — a poet, novelist, playwright + cultural critic — will also be recognized as Chattanooga’s Poet Laureate Emeritus.
Listen
Calling all songwriters, singers + musicians, get ready to work on your earworms. Chattanooga Pet Sitter, LLC is seeking local talent to create its theme song/jingle. Email a video of your submission by Saturday, April 12 — the videos will then be posted on Facebook to be voted on.
Announced
The Caverns’ CaveFest lineup just dropped, featuring headliners Sam Bush, Leftover Salmon, Dan Tyminski Band + Tim O’Brien. Presale for this two-day festival (slated for Saturday, Oct. 11 + Sunday, Oct. 12) begins tomorrow at 10 a.m. CT — get more info and sign up for the code.
Read
The Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library will host its annual Author Fest on Saturday, March 29. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., you can enjoy this free event that features 30+ authors, screenwriters, and artists + enjoy panels, readings, and crafts for the whole family.
Travel
Tennessee Valley Authority has opened its 14 campgrounds for the season. From Barton Springs and Beech Lake to Watauga Dam, check out the options + make reservations for your next camping adventure. Bonus: The Raccoon Mountain visiting center reopens in June.
Plan Ahead
Northside Neighborhood House is bringing back its fashion show event — you might remember City Editors Kristen and Haley on the catwalk last year — on Friday, April 11 at the Chattanooga Whiskey Event Hall. Purchase tickets to see local models showcase items from the nonprofit’s thrift stores.
Cicadas prefer oaks, willows, maples, and ash trees. | Photo via Gene Kritsky
In just a few short weeks, that familiar sound will fill the air, and 14 states are about to get broody and moody with the swarm of Brood XIV cicadas.
With the help of Cicada Safari, we’re sharing some quick facts about these shelled creatures.
They typically emerge once average soil temps reach 64° — Hamilton County still has some warming up to do.
Brood XIV is a periodical species that emerges every 17 years — first discovered in 1634 + last seen in 2008. Bonus: Read local research done on the Magicicada.
The annoying sounds you hear? Yeah, that’s all the males talking.
Ecological benefits of cicadas include natural aeration for soil, natural pruning of trees + adding nitrogen and nutrients into the soil after decaying.
Buzzing to see these insects up close? You can help Cicada Safari map these sightings — just download the free app to submit your own photos. Pro tip: Look for cicadas where there are trees, full sun, and low vegetation — like in parks + cemeteries.
Bonus: Prove what you learned by taking our cicada quiz.
The Buy
The Buy
New swim options. Get ready for vacations, trips, and beach days ahead with one-pieces and cover ups:
It’s no secret I love to shop our vintage markets and pop-ups, and this season is definitely the best time to do so after some spring cleaning. You’ll find me bin diving during Ugly Duck Vintage Clothing’s next Coolidge Park sale on Sunday, April 6.
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