Kintana roams the Tennessee Aquarium’s Lemur Forest. | Photo via Doug Strickland + Tennessee Aquarium
A new addition has leaped into Tennessee Aquarium’s Lemur Forest. Kintana, a 2-year-old female red-collared brown lemur, can now be seen getting acclimated to her new home after arriving from the Dallas Zoo.
Kintana has now been introduced to John, the sole male red-collared brown lemur. The two seem to be getting along as John becomes familiar with Kintana’s adventurous and playful nature.
In addition to trying to spot Kintana at the Lemur Forest, guests can be on the lookout for other changes at the Tennessee Aquarium. Recently, the giant Pacific octopus moved to the Island Life gallery and a Gentoo Penguin chick hatched.
Events
Events
Monday, July 21
Ooltewah Cruise In | 4-9 p.m. | Cambridge Square, Ooltewah | Free | Zoom over to this auto show to check out cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more wheels as you grab a bite from local restaurants.
Monday Night Blues Jam | 7:30-10 p.m. | Gate Eleven Distillery | Free | Jam the night away with this month’s performer, Lori Mast + members of her band High Gravity.
Tuesday, July 22
Tuesday Matinee: “Back to the Future Part 2" | 2-4:30 p.m. | Downtown Library | Free | McFly back to watch the second installment of this sci-fi series while eating free popcorn.
“Les Miserables” | Tuesday, July 22-Saturday, July 26 | Times vary | Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium | $57+ | Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, this Broadway production is known to be a “timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit.”
Wednesday, July 23
Freezing Foods | Wednesday, July 23-Thursday, July 24 | Times vary | University of Tennessee Extension | $20 | Make the most of your food and save money by learning these freezer techniques.
Trisha Yearwood signs “The Mirror” | 6 p.m. | Barnes & Noble — Hamilton Place | $23+ | See the country star in person and get a signed copy of her new album.
Build a meaningful career in Emergency Medical Services
Presented by Chattanooga State Community College
Thanks to ChattState scholarship opportunities, you can become an emergency medicine professional with zero debt. | Photos by NOOGAtoday
If you’re dreaming of a rewarding healthcare career, there are more paths available than medical or nursing school. ChattState offers emergency medical services (EMS) programs ranging from a single semester to two years, and financial aid options could help you save money or even graduate debt-free.
An ambulance simulator to practice real-world emergency care
Anatomy classes that go beyond memorization, with an interactive 3D Anatomage Table
Medical mannequins that allow students to practice caring for men, women, and toddlers
🚑 Flexible healthcare career paths in a high-demand field
All EMS programs at ChattState set students up for long-term success, including valuable experience for further healthcare education. Certificate and degree tracks include:
$300,000. That’s what students at Hardy Elementary School are getting to help design a park for the East Chattanooga community. This fall, students will learn design principles, how to budget, and take feedback from the community. Construction is expected to start next spring or early summer. (News Channel 9)
Plan Ahead
Sugar or salt? Your help is needed to determine the best margarita in Chattanooga. The Chattanooga Margarita Festival is happening on Saturday, Aug. 9 at the First Horizon Pavilion. Attendees can try margaritas from some of Chattanooga’s best restaurants and vote for their favorite. General admission tickets are $54.
Open
The boardwalk on the South Chickamauga Creek Greenway is back open between Caine Lane and the Youngstown Road trailhead. The Chattanooga Parks Department was able to quickly make the needed repairs after a tree fell on the trail earlier this month, just in time for you to hit the trails.
Real Estate
Get ready for new neighbors, Chattanooga is growing. The area ranked No. 39 on Construction Coverage’s list of mid-sized metro areas building the most homes. The study determined the region is adding 13.7 new housing units for every 1,000 existing homes.
Biz
In 1998, the most common job in Tennessee was a retail salesperson, according to a recent study. Nowadays, the most common job is a freight mover. That’s what we call taking care of business. (Visual Capitalist)
Drink
If you’re ready for a pumpkin spice latte, you’ll likely be waiting a few more weeks. The seasonal drink isn’t expected to return to Starbucks until late August, based on historic data. If you need something to sip on until then, we recommend exploring our local coffee shops. (USA TODAY)
Try This
According to a sommelier, these are the best wines to get from Trader Joe’s this summer — all of which are $20 or less. Pair a bottle with some cheese from local business Bleu Fox Cheese Shop, and you’ve got yourself a perfect summer picnic. (Business Insider)
Travel
Do you know someone who puts the “bomb” in “bombshell?” While the country is still coming down from its collective “Love Island USA” hysteria, the producers are already looking for Season 8 applicants. If you’d like to see Fiji without the drama, the Chattanooga Airport is a good place to start.
Mansion Monday
This midcentury modern home in North Chattanooga has five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a wrap-around deck, and plenty of windows giving natural light. Even with all of these features, the house doesn’t have a seven-figure list price — perhaps that’s why Zillow Gone Wild took notice.
Now that’s what we call a brunch spread. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
What’s better than going out to brunch? Eating brunch outside. These local spots will get your day started with great food + outdoor seating.
Editor’s note: All times listed are brunch-only. The Daily Ration | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Greet the day with a meal under the covered patio that has plenty of seating.
The Feed Table & Tavern | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Try Feed’s notable brunch dish “The Company Benedict.”
State of Confusion | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Taste menu items inspired by Latin American, New Orleans, and Carolina Lowcountry cuisines.
Scottie’s on the River | Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Enjoy brunch with riverfront views and grab a meal like fish + grits, crabcake Benedicts, or the oyster bar.
Massey’s Kitchen, Lookout Mountain | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Start your day with a scenic view from this Mediterranean-inspired eatery + bring your pups to sit outside on the patio.
Psst. Wondering what everyone bought during this year’s Prime Day? Here are the top most shopped items that The Buy team recommended — and some of them are still on sale:
👀 Slip into a soft pair of high-waisted leggings with NexiEpoch’s light-compression pair.
👀 It’s hard to say no to a two-in-one vacuum and mop roomba from iRobot, especially with features like “Clean While I’m Away.”
👀 Your under-sink storage space gets a lot more functional when you use these pull-out cabinet organizers that can fit around plumbing.
👀 Anker’s magnetic charging station charges devices two times as fast, all while replacing messy cords.
👀 The perfect lipstick doesn’t exi — ope, we nearly forgot about Clinique’s sheer, flattering Almost Lipstick.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Great news, today is National Junk Food Day. No, I did not know about this “holiday” until this year, but yes, I will be observing it. It sounds like a great excuse to enjoy a local snack — time to stock up on MoonPies.
}})
