Pro Tip: While you’re at Shady’s, stop by the Dumb Cluck food truck out back. | Photo by Shady’s Corner
Heads up, gamers. Netflix has introduced a slate of video games within the streaming service — including “Pictionary: Game Night” and “Tetris Time Warp” — that allow customers to scan a QR code and use a phone as the controller.
Before you rush to the television, check out these spots where you can play games IRL:
Game On Chatt | This Lee Highway store hosts weekly board game nights.
Shady’s Corner | Stop by for a drink + pick up one of the board games available to play.
Clever Alehouse | The bar’s arcade games are free to play from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Engel Stadium is reaching its final inning. The historic former home of the Chattanooga Lookouts is slated to be torn down to make room for a new women’s sports complex. According to UTC’s Brent Goldberg, “it’s not salvageable to renovate [the stadium].” (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Opening
Food City’s newest location is set to open this Wednesday, Oct. 22. The 54,000-sqft location on Highway 58 will include an in-store bakery and deli with a hot food bar, cafe seating, and a fireplace, in addition to expanded grocery, frozen food, and produce departments.
Transit
8%. That’s how much CARTA’s weekly ridership increased in the last year. Despite the increase, the organization still came in below budget last quarter. Check out CARTA’s Read & Ride program, which CEO Charles Frazier said played a role in ridership numbers. (News Channel 9)
Mansion Monday
Ever dreamed of living above your own business? This 8,375-sqft Southside mixed-use home could make that a reality. Once you pass through a retail space on the main level, head up the stairs to access three residential units — or cross the courtyard for a detached carriage house.
Biz
There’s only one week left to apply for TVFCU’s Idea Leap Grant. Small business owners across the region have the opportunity to score up to $30,000. View guidelines + apply to take your biz to the next level.*
Environment
This Thursday, Oct. 23, ~500 Lake Sturgeon will be released into the Tennessee River underneath the Market Street Bridge. The release celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Tennessee Aquarium’s Lake Sturgeon reintroduction program, which has raised and released 430,000 of the state-endangered fish since its inception. (The Pulse)
Number
2,346 lbs. That’s how much the winning pumpkin weighed at this year’s World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off. Pick up your own prize of a pumpkin at one of these local patches. (AP News)
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Wellness
Ready to sleep better tonight? Canary’s melatonin-free sleep gummy is packed with tart cherry + ashwagandha for rested, refreshing sleep — use code SLEEP20 for 20% off.*
The classic burger-and-fries restaurant is currently serving up Halloween fun — with a side of cheeky commentary. Stop by for a $4.88 single patty with cheese burger (add on a large fry for $2.88), or check out other local spots where you can find a meal for under $10.
Korean beauty products are more than just a trend — they’re becoming a staple in skincare routines worldwide. Known for their innovative formulas and emphasis on prevention over correction, K-beauty is all about keeping your skin healthy from the start. Here are our top five picks, all under $35 and available on Amazon:
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🧖 The Biodance collagen face masks brighten, improve elasticity, and minimize pores.
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.
Clearly, I’m a writer — not an artist. But that doesn’t mean I won’t join in on pumpkin painting fun each year. Attend the upcoming Paint Your Own Pumpkin class at Painting With a Twist so that you can, too.
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