The Chattanooga skateboarding scene needs you — get ready to noseslide in. | Photo provided by Cassette Skate Shop
Last summer, we broke down the plans for the upcoming $3 million renovation to the Chattanooga Skate Park + one question remained: Where will folks be allowed to skate when the park is closed for construction?
Currently, the City of Chattanooga’s ordinance prohibits “skateboards and aggressive skates” on downtown streets and sidewalks.
Moore, who has grown up in Chattanooga + got introduced in the local skating scene in 1996, said he got more involved when Brent Sanders — organizer behind the grassroots Chattanooga Skate Park Project — passed the torch to him after the movement disbanded.
He since has been working as the liaison between the community and the city to create the area’s first legal DIY skatepark at 3937 St. Elmo Ave.
Once built, Pocket Plaza will be open for at least a year through a lease drafted between the city + CARTA (who owns that lot). Moore will then have the opportunity to apply for another year (in six-month increments).
Sweet & Sourdough | 6-9 p.m. | Sweet & Savory Classroom | $97 | You dough not need expert skills in the kitchen to navigate this course that will help you start your bread-making journey, covering everything from fermentation to baking times.
Thursday, May 29
Mini KISS | 7-11:55 p.m. | Barrelhouse Ballroom | $25+ | See this KISS-inspired performance that’s been on shows like “Lip Sync Battle” + “Jimmy Kimmel Live.”
Friday, May 30
Mayday | 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | First Things First | $99 | It’s Mayday, baybay — local creatives, entrepreneurs, and marketers can join this one-day event with guest speakers, lunch, and networking.
Campfire Concert at Reflection Riding: Et Cetera | 5:30-10 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center | $30+ | Enjoy an evening of s’mores, food trucks, and family-friendly fun while soaking up the sounds of multi-genre band Et Cetera under the stars. Kids 12 and under are free.*
Saturday, May 31
Moon Taxi | 8-11 p.m. | The Signal | $38 | This Nashville-based alternative rock band behind songs like “Two High” is hitting the stage in the Scenic City.
Sunday, June 1
The Walnut Street Bridge Festival | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Coolidge Park | Free+ | The bridge being under construction won’t stop this annual event — head to the park for food trucks, live entertainment, a KidZone, and more.
The final steps are in motion for bringing the Harvesting Inclusive Play project to life at Heritage Park. The ~15,000-sqft addition will bring two play areas for kiddos of all abilities + is projected to have its grand opening on Friday, July 4 — get caught up on the details.
Travel
This news from the Chattanooga Airport has us singing “Chicago, Chicago.” Starting in October, American Airlines will operate nonstop flights from CHA to Chicago O’Hare International Airport through its Embraer 175 aircraft — an addition to the United Airlines offering.
Cause
Now through early August, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga will offer its Free Summer Food Program to kiddos in Bradley, Hamilton, Polk, Rhea, Sequatchie, Walker + Catoosa counties. Download the spreadsheet for locations, times, and dates of the food offerings. Fun fact: 300,000 meals were served last year.
Edu
Nominations are open for the Tennessee Early Educator Awards, which will recognize 10 educators (childcare through 3rd grade). Awardees will receive a $1,000 cash prize, a shopping spree at Lakeshore Learning, and an all-expenses-paid trip to Nashville. See eligibility + nominate an educator by Friday, June 6.
Community
Chattanooga Pride is seeking volunteers for its Enchanted Solstices Gala on Saturday, June 21. Those ages 21 and older can sign up to be on the setup or breakdown crew, handle guest flow, and support vendors + performers.
Plan Ahead
Dazey Skate Co. dropped its full lineup of themed nights for the return of Skate Station at the Chattanooga Choo Choo. Looking ahead at June + July, we’re eyeing the Dance Skate lesson, Disco Night, and Free Admission Family Day.
Active
Do you think you can beet local farmers? Southeast TN Young Farmers Coalition will bring its annual Farm Olympics to McDonald Farm on Saturday, June 7. Starting at 1:30 p.m., you can compete in farm-centered challenges + enjoy a picnic, music, and more family fun — register online.
Outdoors
Hidden Gems US Travel has mapped out a Blue Rivers Road Trip for Tennessee — featuring local destinations North Chickamauga Creek + Big Soddy Creek. The trail will take you to six destinations, from the Scenic City up toward the Kentucky border.
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You’ve heard of beating the summer heat, but what about the traffic? Thanks to Thrive Regional Partnership + the Tennessee Infrastructure Alliance, here are four scenic routes to try:
US Hwy 321 + TN State Route 320 |Avoids I-24/I-75 congestion
Use if traveling from South Chattanooga to the Manchester area — perfect for your Bonnaroo travel plans + goes through areas like Soddy-Daisy.
TN State Route 58 | Avoids I-75 congestion (along Chickamauga Lake + Tennessee River)
Connects downtown and leads to Harrison, continuing through Decatur to I-40 at Kingston.
TN State Route 318 to US Highway 11 | Avoids Moccasin Bend + Hwy 27/I-24 interchange
Use when driving from the St. Elmo and Lookout Mountain area towards Wildwood, GA (or near Trenton, GA).
TN State Route 153 N to TN State Route 11 | Avoids I-75 / I-24 split, Missionary Ridge + Moccasin Bend
Avoid the interstate entirely from the Brainerd and Soddy-Daisy areas through Dunlap and north to Cookeville.
The Buy
This digital measuring spoon. Perfect for baking or any time you need a precise measurement, it features a battery-operated scale with multi-unit measuring.
As a longtime “Hunger Games” fan, I’ve been following the casting announcements for the upcoming film adaptation of “Sunrise on the Reaping” pretty closely — chef’s kisses to the casting directors for not missing the mark. They’ve even opened up a casting call for one lucky fan to join. Learn how to volunteer as tribute.
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