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Own a piece of baseball history
Many Chattanoogans have a lot of great memories at AT&T Field. | Photo by Ashley Day
It’s the end of an era for AT&T Field as the Chattanooga Lookouts inch closer to Opening Day at their new stadium, Erlanger Park. If you have fond memories of the old ballpark, you might soon be able to take a piece of it home.
Compass Auctions has announced two upcoming auctions where fans and collectors can bid on Lookouts memorabilia, historic signage, stadium seats, field bases, and more. One auction will take place in person, while the full stadium catalog will be sold online.
In person
When: Wednesday, March 25 at 10 a.m.
Where: Compass Auctions, 3114 Freeman St.
Online
When: Bidding opens tomorrow, March 11 at 3 p.m. and closes Wednesday, March 25 at 3 p.m.
Where: Compass Auctions website
Pro tip: If you’re hoping to snag a piece of baseball history, browse the items online before bidding begins.
Events
Events
Tuesday, March 10
Mediterranean Cooking Classes | Tuesday, March 10 + Thursday, March 12 | 2-4 p.m. | UT Extension- Hamilton County | $30+
Signal Mountain Road is down to one lane while crews do prep work on a stabilization project between Palisades Road and the top of Signal Mountain. The lane closures will be going on all week between 9 a.m and 4 p.m. (News Channel 9)
Festival
You can now grab tickets to Southside’s 4 Bridges Arts Festival, happening Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 at the First Horizon Pavilion. The nationally ranked festival brings in 140+ artists from across the country to showcase their art. (The Pulse)
Edu
Want a say in how Hamilton County Schools spends its money? The district is asking parents, students, and staff to fill out this survey as it develops next year’s budget and continues work on its Opportunity 2030 strategic plan.
Outdoors
Starting tomorrow, you might see some extra activity on Chickamauga and Nickajack lakes when you drive by. The Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship is happening tomorrow, March 11 and Thursday, March 12. Competitors will hop in their kayaks and try to catch, photograph, and release the most bass.
Civic
Live in Hixson? District 3 Councilman Jeff Davis will host a town hall this Sunday, March 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Greenway Farm Conference Center to discuss current and future projects impacting Hixson and the upcoming budget. The public is invited to attend and ask questions. (Local 3 News)
Number
100 million. That’s how many steps will be walked at Ruby Falls this month to raise awareness about women’s heart health. This marks the ninth year the attraction has partnered with the American Heart Association on the challenge, which has surpassed 1 billion steps since launching in 2018.
Tech
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Shop
Skip the regret, bloating, and hangovers when you shop this clean, women-owned cannabis brand, which offers bestsellers like THC pineapple gummies + mini THCA pre-rolls. This March, get 20% off sitewide and a free sample pack of Buzzed Gummies with code POTOFGREEN.†*
Stealing the Texas spotlight
This is the third year Tennessee House will have a spot at SXSW. | Photo provided by Launch Tennessee
Chattanooga leaders are heading to Austin, TX, this week for one of the world’s largest innovation festivals: South by Southwest.
The week-long event brings together leaders in tech, film, music, and media for conferences, showcases, and screenings featuring professionals from around the globe.
Chattanooga will have a presence thanks to Launch Tennessee, which is hosting an activation called Tennessee House. The space will highlight startups, technology, and innovation happening across the state — including right here in the Scenic City.
Chattanooga Day is happening Saturday, March 14 and will feature:
Mayor Tim Kelly discussing why startups are choosing Chattanooga
Leaders from UTC and The Company Lab sharing how the city’s smart traffic technology helps reduce congestion
City representatives talking about how Chattanooga is emerging as a leader in quantum technology
Inspired to make the trip and see it for yourself? You can register here. You don’t need a SXSW badge to attend, but badgeholders will get priority entry. Otherwise, follow Launch Tennessee on Instagram for possible behind-the-scenes glimpses.
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Last week, we asked readers which types of events they’re most interested in seeing in NOOGAtoday.
According to our survey, festivals, markets, and live music were the top categories. We’ll be sure to share more events in these categories in upcoming newsletters.
Speaking of live music, Reflection Riding has released the spring lineup for its Campfire Concert Series, and it includes some bluegrass, reggae, rock, a Grateful Dead tribute band, and even some “Alabama ghost country” — whatever that is. You can register for tickets starting Thursday, March 19.
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