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Bird is the word
Keep your eyes peeled for a Carolina Chickadee this weekend. | Photo by Jack Gentle
Charge your phones and grab your binoculars, Chattanooga. The annual Great Backyard Bird Counttakes flight today, Feb. 13 and runs through Monday, Feb. 16. The community event invites nature lovers and bird enthusiasts from around the world to go outside, watch, count, and celebrate birds.
Anyone can participate — all you have to do is go outside and observe for as little as 15 minutes. Count all of the birds you see or hear using one of the following tools:
The information will help experts study bird habitats, migration patterns, and global bird populations.
Don’t know where to start? Check out this list of common birds found in Tennessee + start in your backyard, the Riverwalk, or any of these parks around Chattanooga. Bonus: Once you submit the photo for the count, consider sending it our way.
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Hey, “Stranger Things” fans — wanna spend your Sunday in the Upside Down? The Woodshop’s Upside Down Bash is this weekend, complete with live synthy horror vibes from Voyag3r and themed food + drinks. Saturday is sold out, but you can still snag tickets for Sunday, Feb. 15. (The Pulse)
Travel
There’s a new nonstop flight at Chattanooga Airport. Starting this week, Allegiant Airlines will fly to and from Fort Lauderdale, FL on Thursdays and Sundays. Before you book and pack your bags, check out our airport guide for everything you need to know.
Arts
ArtsBuild is looking for artists to design custom liberty bells that’ll be displayed across Hamilton County starting in May. As part of the America 250 celebration, artists will transform 3-ft metal templates into a piece of art that tells a story. Interested?Email Ron Littlefield for more information.
Civic
Mark your calendars: Hamilton County voters will head to the polls on Thursday, Aug. 6 for state and federal primaries plus county general races. Want to knock it out ahead of time? Early voting runs Friday, July 17-Saturday, Aug. 1. See what’s on the ballot. (Local 3 News)
Trending
There’s a problem at the Winter Olympics — medals keep breaking. Well, nobody’s perfect. Chattanooga’s roads could do with repairing, too, especially now pothole season is here. Find out how to report potholes and other issues within the city. (WHAS 11)
Today Is
Friday the 13th, a day that has been long associated with bad luck. We hope it doesn’t impact you. Research shows that superstitions like these definitely impact black cats, who are less likely to be adopted. Psst.Jet at the Humane Educational Society needs a home. (History.com)
Community
We love our readers — this Valentine’s Day and always. Your thank-you emails pour in each week, often asking how you can support us. In this season of love, consider making a contribution to support our team and power local storytelling.
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What sets Iris apart from every other bar in Chattanooga?
It’s the highest rooftop bar in Chattanooga, and 68% of readers got it right. Iris is located on the 11th floor of the Waymark Hotel.
In addition to drinks, it serves food daily from 4 to 11 p.m. and will soon offer weekend brunch.
The Wrap
The Wrap
This weekend is your last chance to catch “King Hedley II” at Chattanooga Theatre Centre. Up next: something the kids will love. “Seussical Jr.” takes the stage for two weekends starting Saturday, Feb. 21, bringing Dr. Seuss’s beloved characters to life. There will be six shows total — grab your tickets.
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