Grab friends and family to pick out (and in some cases, chop down) your very own tree for the holidays. | Photo provided by @courtneychristmastreesllc
Get ready to spruce up your space by buying + cutting a live Christmas tree from these spots around the Scenic City.
Weaver Tree Farms | 308 Signal Mountain Rd. | Opening soon
You might know this as the place with the big roadside pumpkin each October, but get ready for it to be transformed into a winter wonderland with live tree offerings.
Courtney Christmas Trees | 1513 Williams St. | Open for the season
Stop by this Southside pop-up tree destination for Fraser firs, wreaths, and a great backdrop for family photos. Find trees ranging in size from 5 to 10 ft.
Bear Valley Farm | 600 Manufacturers Rd. | Open for the season
Stop by this NorthShore pop-up to get a mountain-grown Fraser fir, wreath, or garland. Bonus: Buying a tree will get you a discount at the nearby Riverside Wine & Spirits.
The Barn Nursery | 1801 E 24th St. Pl. | Open for the season
Whether you’re in the market for a tree, evergreens for your outdoor space, or other holiday plants, this local nursery has it all.
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Hamilton County’s Christmas tree lighting is now set for Monday, Dec. 1 at 4:30 p.m. on the courthouse lawn (625 Georgia Ave.) due to the threat of severe weather today. Grab dinner from food trucks, visit with Santa, and stick around for the tree lighting after sunset.
Traffic
Some good news for those hitting the road this Thanksgiving. TDOT is pausing all construction-related lane closures to help traffic flow more freely on Tennessee interstates and highways. All lanes will be open starting at 12 p.m. tomorrow through Monday, Dec. 1.
Seasonal
As the eternal starchy advice of Samwise Gamgee goes, “boil ‘em, mash ‘em, stick ‘em in a stew.” But if you’re looking for more from your potatoes this Thanksgiving, the New York Times has some delicious ideas. However you choose to cook them, Chattanooga’s farmers markets are the place to get them.
Art
ClearStory Arts is having its Cold Turkey Art Pop-Up Market this Saturday, Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s a great chance to meet local artists, explore their studios, and shop for some unique holiday gifts. You can even sip on a cocktail while you shop. (The Pulse)
Talk
This one’s for you, BBQ lovers. Food historian Dr. Mark Johnson will sit down with Chef Erik Niel at Little Coyote next week to discuss the history and cultural impact of Southern barbecue. It’ll happen Thursday, Dec. 4 from 4:30 to 6 p.m., and tickets are available online.
Try This
The City of Collegedale needs a new logo + branding — and they’re willing to pay for it. Local designers can submit their proposed branding package between now and Monday, Jan. 12. The winning designer will get $2,500. (Local 3 News)
Film
October saw the lowest revenue generated by movie ticket sales in almost three decades — excluding 2020 for obvious reasons. With the holiday season on the horizon, and Oscar season in full swing, we recommend catching a flick downtown at the AMC Majestic 12 to help keep cinema alive. (Variety)
Celebrate the season by entering to win a Warehouse Row gift card — the perfect choice for holiday shopping, dining, and memory-making in Chattanooga’s charming historic setting. Enter by Thurs., Nov. 30 + keep an eye on your inbox to see if you’re one of the lucky winners.*
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The Buy
Amazon’s Black Friday Week sale features thousands of deals. Don’t spend hours sorting through them — we already did that for you. Here are three you can’t miss:
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Remember EPB’s Jingle Jam? For weeks, customers voted for their favorite original jingle from eight local artists. Lon Eldridge took the top spot, and now he’ll get a chance to be featured in future EPB promotions. Congratulations Lon!
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