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September 1-5
Wed., Sept. 1
TryThis
- South Bound Lecture Series: Susan Cushman | Wed., Sept. 1 | 6 p.m. | Online | Free | Susan Cushman is the author of John and Mary Margaret, a novel that explores an interracial romance in the 1960s.
- Open Mic Night | Wed., Sept. 1 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $5 | See regional comedians working on their acts.
Network
- Basecamp | Wed., Sept. 1 | 9 a.m. | Waterhouse Pavilion | Free | During this monthly coworking event — feat. free lunch + coffee all day — President of CRVAS, Caroline Rash, will speak.
Thurs., Sept. 2
Network
- Downtown Chamber Council Meeting | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 7:30-9 a.m. | Waterhouse Pavilion | $15 | This month’s meeting will feature organizers of the upcoming Chattanooga Hip-Hop Summit and members of the local hip-hop community.
TryThis
- Heart-Focused Meditation with HeartMath | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 12-12:45 p.m. | Online | $15 | Find heart-centered peace with this online mediation class.
- Beginner Beading | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave. | $30 | Learn beading basics and create your own jewelry.
Learn
- In a Flash Creative Writing | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave. | $20 | Explore the world of flash stories—which are non-fiction or fiction stories of less than 1,000 words.
Arts
- Throwback Thursday | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 4-8 p.m. | Hunter Museum | Free | Enjoy the museum’s permanent collection for free.
- Teen Night At The Hunter | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 6-7 p.m. | Hunter Museum | 17 + under Free | Teens can enjoy a creative night of art activities + teen-led experiences in the museum’s current exhibition Power, Passion & Pose: Photographs by Ken Browar and Deborah Ory.
WaterCooler
- UTC Mocs vs, Austin Peay | 7:30 p.m. | Finley Stadium | $10+
- Chattanooga Lookouts vs. Birmingham Barons | 7:15 p.m. | AT&T Field | $6+ Ⓟ
Fri., Sept. 3
Show
- Cee Jay Jones | Fri., Sept. 3 | 7:30 p.m. AND 9:45 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $17-19 | Cee Jay Jones has appeared on BET’s Comic View, Showtime At The Apollo + is a current headlining performer for Carnival Cruise Lines.
- Carpetbagger’s Comedy Night | Fri., Sept. 3 | 9 p.m. | Bode Chattanooga, 730 Chestnut St. | $8+ | NYC + regional comics perform at this comedy event—tickets include 1 beer.
TryThis
- 7AM Dance Party | Fri., Sept. 3 | 7 a.m.-12 p.m. | Moxy Hotel, 1220 King St. | Free | Start your morning right with a strong coffee + dancing.
- Framework for the Future Walk Through | Fri., Sept. 3 | 12-1 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd. | Free, RSVP | Reflection Riding’s President + CEO will lead a small group through the Framework and what this plan means for the community — be prepared for a ~1 mile walk.
WaterCooler
- Chattanooga Lookouts vs. Birmingham Barons | Sept. 3-5 | Sept. 3-4 7:15 p.m., Sept. 5 2:15 p.m. | AT&T Field | $6+ Ⓟ
Sat., Sept. 4
Learn
- Football and the Civil War: How the Game Transcends Time | Sat., Sept. 4 | 2 p.m. | Recreation Field in Chickamauga Battlefield | Free | This ranger-led program examines the links between the Civil War and American football.
- Beyond Boomers and Millennials: Shifting Mindset About Generations and Age | Sat., Sept. 4 | 10-11 a.m. | Online | $15 | Learn future-oriented thinking tools to break through divisions + work toward a more compassionate world.
TryThis
- Cee Jay Jones | Sat., Sept. 4 | 7:30 p.m. AND 9:45 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $17-19 | Cee Jay Jones has appeared on BET’s Comic View, Showtime At The Apollo + is a current headlining performer for Carnival Cruise Lines.
- Wine Down on Saturday Night | Sat., Sept. 4 | 6-9 p.m. | Regan’s Place, 24 Station St. | $45 | Sample different wines from several regions + get down with a 80s-90s dance party.
ForKids
- Sunset Cinema: The Proud Family Movie | Sat., Sept. 4 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Miller Park | Free
Sun., Sept. 5
TryThis
- Cee Jay Jones | Sun., Sept. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $17-19 | Cee Jay Jones has appeared on BET’s Comic View, Showtime At The Apollo + is a current headlining performer for Carnival Cruise Lines.
- Blue Roo | Sun., Sept. 5 | 7 p.m. | The Blue Light, 43 Station St. | Prize of purchase | Don’t let those Bonnaroo outfits go to waste — this celebration making the most out of this year’s cancellation will feature 8 DJs, a light show, drinks, and cash prizes for the best festival attire.
TheBuy
- SheBop Pop Up | Sun., Sept. 5 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Mojo Burrito (unopened location), 3512 Dayton Blvd. | Free+ | Shop from vintage vendors, enjoy food from Mojo + desserts from Cashew (plus drinks by The Moxy), and bring 3 clothing items for a clothing swap.
September 6-12
Mon., Sept. 6
Dish
- Labor Day BBQ Fundraiser | Mon., Sept. 6 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Maple STree Biscuit Co. parking lot, 2020 Gunbarrel Rd. | Donations accepted | Spend Labor Day eating BBQ — and beans, slaw, bread, drinks, and desserts — for a good cause.
Tues., Sept. 7
Learn
- Lunch & Learn: Health Savings Accounts | Tues., Sept. 7 | 12-12:30 p.m. | Online | Free | Join The Chattery + DRW Financial for a free 30 minute virtual lunch and learn all about your finances.
- Crayola-graphy 101 | Tues., Sept. 7 | 6-7 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave. | $25 | Learn hand lettering with Crayola markers—supplies provided.
Wed., Sept. 8
ForKids
- Jedi Training Academy | Wed., Sept. 8 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Founders Hall, Collegedale Commons | $5 | Young Padawans — aged 6-12 — are invited to learn combat, earn their lightsaber, and even meet their favorite Jedi.
Learn
- Enhancing Critical Thinking Skills | Wed., Sept. 8 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave. | Learn some of the basic skills involved in the critical thinking process.
Thurs., Sept. 9
Outdoors
- National Treasures: Party at Point Park | Thurs., Sept. 9 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Point Park, Lookout Mountain | $100-175 | Proceeds support the conservation of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park.
TryThis
- Wet Bar Comedy | Thurs., Sept. 9 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $15 | This R-rated comedy show is for adults who don’t mind a little language or topics that might make the mainstream squirm.
- Back Alley Boogie | Thurs., Sept. 9 | 6 p.m. | Cooper’s Alley | Free | Get your groove on for a night of dancing, art, food, and drinks.
Fri., Sept. 10
TryThis
- Karen Mills | Fri., Sept. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $20-25 | Karen Mills has been a nationally touring comedian for over 25 years + she can be heard on SiriusXM daily.
- Chanel Ali And Hilliary Begley | Fri., Sept. 10 | 9:45 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $15 | Chanel Ali appeared on Comedy Central and Hilliary Begley appeared in the Netflix original Dumplin’.
Sat., Sept. 11
TryThis
- Karen Mills | Sat., Sept. 11 | 6:30 p.m. AND 8:45 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $20-25 | Karen Mills has been a nationally touring comedian for over 25 years + she can be heard on SiriusXM daily.
Learn
- Finding Freedom in North Georgia: Enslavement and Escape on the Underground Railroad | Sat., Sept. 11 | 2 p.m. | Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center, 3370 Lafayette Rd., Fort Oglethorpe, GA | Free | This ranger-led program explores the “fugitive” status of enslaved African Americans from North Georgia who lived in + around present-day Chickamauga Battlefield.
Sun., Sept. 12
September 13-19
Mon., Sept. 13
Learn
- Moccasin Bend Fall Lecture Series: Keith A. Hardison | Mon., Sept. 13 | 7 p.m. | IMAX Theater or Online | Free
Tues., Sept. 14
Sports
- Chattanooga Lookouts vs. Mississippi Braves | 7:15 p.m. | AT&T Field | $6+ Ⓟ
Network
- Real Estate Career Night | Tues., Sept. 14 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Keller Williams Greater Chattanooga Realty, 7158 Lee Hwy. | Free | Learn how to get a real estate license in TN + GA.
Try This
- Drag Trivia | Tues., Sept. 14 | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Jack Browns Beer & Burger Joint, 818 Georgia Ave. | Free | Wear your best outfits + enjoy Drag themed trivia all night.
Family
- Scholar Village Open House | Tues., Sept. 14 | 6-8 p.m. | The MOMentum Network, 1152 Lincoln Park Ln. | Free | Learn about a program where single parents completing college can lean on each other.
Wed., Sept. 15
Arts
- Online Painting Critiques with Mia Bergeron | Wed., Sept. 15 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Online | $50 | This is a chance to gain insight and feedback on your work, all from the comfort of your own home
TryThis
- Open Mic Night | Wed., Sept. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $5 | See regional comedians working on their acts.
Sports
- Chattanooga Lookouts vs. Mississippi Braves | 7:15 p.m. | AT&T Field | $6+ Ⓟ
Learn
- No Pressure: Instant Pot 101 | Wed., Sept. 15 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave. | $28 | Learn how to avoid a hot mess with this introductory instant pot class.
Show
- Ice Nine Kills | Wed., Sept. 15 | 8 p.m. | The Signal | $28 | Ice Nine Kills will be joined by Escape The Fate, Currents, and Fame on Fire.
Thurs., Sept. 16
Arts
- Charcoal Figure Drawing with Hollis Dunlap | Thurs., Sept. 16- Sat., Sept. 18 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Online | $450 | Learn the foundations for painting with this 3-day figure drawing workshop.
- Artist Talk: Jerome Meadows | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 6-7 p.m. | Hunter Museum | Free | Meadows will discuss his experience designing the Ed Johnson Memorial + reflect on his 29-year career.
TryThis
- Dale Jones | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $17-19 | Dale Jones was a finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing.
- Dirty Spelling Bee at Barley | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 8-10 p.m. | Barley Chattanooga | Free | Win prizes for spelling naughty words.
Community
- Celebration of the Center for Mindful Living | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 5-7 p.m. | Church On Main Southside Venue, 1601 Rossville Ave. | Free | Celebrate the Center for Mindful Living’s 9 years of promoting mindfulness in Chattanooga.
Fri., Sept. 17
TryThis
- Dale Jones | Fri., Sept. 17 | 7:30 p.m. AND 9:45 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $17-19 | Dale Jones was a finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing.
History
- People’s History of Chattanooga Tour with Michael Gilliland | Fri., Sept. 17 | 12-2 p.m. + 3-5 p.m. | Union Depot Historical Marker, 158 W. MLK Blvd. | RSVP | Gilliland will lead participants on a tour of downtown Chattanooga using the landscape and landmarks to discuss slavery and antebellum Chattanooga, the Civil War, Reconstruction + more.
- The Ed Johnson Project Keynote Lecture and History Roundtable Discussion | Fri., Sept. 17 | 5:30-7:45 p.m. | The Camp House | RSVP | This lecture covers the history of lynchings + anti-black violence and will feature a roundtable discussion about the significance of the Ed Johnson Memorial.
Arts
- The Work of an Artist: Q&A with Jerome Meadows | Fri., Sept. 17 | 5-6:30 p.m. | The Bethlehem Center, 200 W. 38 St. | Free | Meadows is the artist behind the Ed Johnson Memorial.
WaterCooler
- Chattanooga Lookouts vs. Mississippi Braves | Sept. 17-19 | Sept. 17-18 7:15 p.m., Sept. 19 2:15 p.m. | AT&T Field | $6+ Ⓟ
Sat., Sept. 18
Active
- Paddle for PanCAN | Sat., Sept. 18 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Suck Creek Boat Launch, 1907 Suck Creek Rd. | $35 | This kayak/paddleboard 5K benefits the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
- Chickamauga Battlefield Bicycle Tour | Sat., Sept. 18 | 9:30 a.m. | Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center, 3370 Lafayette Rd., Fort Oglethorpe, GA | Free
Show
- Dale Jones | Sat., Sept. 18 | 7:30 p.m. + 9:45 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $17-19 | Dale Jones was a finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing.
- The Rad Ole Opry | Sat., Sept. 18 | 9 p.m. | JJ’s Bohemia, 231 E. MLK Blvd. | $10 | This new comedy showcase will feature standup comedy, musical comedy, and standard live music.
Try This
- ChattSkates End of Summer Splash Down | Sat., Sept. 18 | 2-6 p.m. | Ross’s Landing | Free | Thrill-seekers and curious spectators alike are invited to witness skaters launch off a ramp into the Tennessee River — a snow cone truck + live DJ will be on site.
History
- History Panels on Display | Sat., Sept. 18 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Camp House | This event provides important timelines of Ed Johnson’s trial + murder as well as an overview of Black leaders and their important roles in Chattanooga.
- RISE MLK History Tour with Shane Morrow | Sat., Sept. 18 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. + 3-4:30 p.m. | Waterhouse Pavilion | RSVP | Shane Morrow of RISE Chattanooga will lead participants on a tour of downtown Chattanooga highlighting Black life + history.
- Medal of Honor Tour | Sat., Sept. 18 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Charles H. Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center | RSVP | Learn about Tennessee’s only known African American Medal of Honor recipient, George Jordan.
Learn
- The Legacy of Lynching and the Soul of America: A Conversation with Jon Meacham and Dr. Eddie Glaude, Jr. | Sat., Sept. 18 | 5-6 p.m. | Olivet Baptist Church, 740 E. MLK Blvd. | RSVP
For Kids
- Sunset Cinema in Miller Park | Sat., Sept. 18 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Miller Park | Free | Bring along the family for the animated comedy The Secret Life of Pets, in partnership with the McKamey Animal Center.
- Colors of our World Storytime | Sat., Sept. 18 | 10-11 a.m. | Chattanooga Public Library - Downtown Branch (outside) | Free | Kids will enjoy storytime with books that focus on celebrating diversity.
Show
- Romeo y Julieta | Sat., Sept. 18 | 11 a.m. + 7:30 p.m. | Stove Works, 1250 E. 13th St. | Free | See an outdoor, immersive dance experience of Romeo + Juliet in Spanglish.
- Righteous Brothers | Sat., Sept. 18 | 8 p.m. | Tivoli Theatre | $35-99
Arts
- Keeody Gallery Presents: Visuals for the Voiceless | Sat., Sept. 18 | 6-8 p.m. | ArtsBuild, 301 E 11th Street #300 | RSVP | This is an exhibition of new works inspired by Ed Johnson by regional artists.
Health
- Get Vaccinated Chattanooga Neighborhood Block Party and Health Fair | Sat., Sept. 18 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Second Missionary Baptist Church, 2305 E. 3rd St. | Free | This event will feature live music, free food, health screenings, and COVID-19 vaccinations.
Sun., Sept. 19
For Kids
- Family Clay Workshop: Bird House | Sun., Sept. 19 | 2-4 p.m. | Scenic City Clay Arts | $20 per family
Legacy
- The Ed Johnson Memorial Dedication | Sun., Sept. 19 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Walnut Plaza | Free | This dedication will honor the legacy + memory of Ed Johnson through storytelling and arts from community members. Dr. Eddie Glaude, Jr. will offer the keynote address and will end with the unveiling of three bronze sculptures.
- The Ed Johnson Memorial Dedication Gathering | Sun., Sept. 19 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Walker Pavilion in Coolidge Park | Free | Following the Memorial Dedication Ceremony, celebrate with uplifting art — including a drum circle, spoken word + dance performances by Kofi, The Pop Up Project, and other local artists.
Arts
- Making the Ed Johnson Memorial Exhibit | Sun., Sept. 19 | 5-7 p.m. | Association for Visual Arts, 30 Frazier Ave. | Free | This educational exhibit in AVA’s Landis Gallery will showcase the inspiration and process behind the new Memorial by artist Jerome Meadows.
September 20-26
Mon., Sept. 20
Try This
- Soap Making 101 | Mon., Sept. 20 | 6-8:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave. | $45 | All supplies are included in this class where you’ll create + take home 5-6 soaps.
- Big Bang Theory Team Trivia | Mon., Sept. 20 | 7 p.m. | Old Chicago Pizza, 250 Northgate Mall Dr. | Free | The top 3 teams at this themed trivia night will receive gift cards.
Featured Event
- John Hamm Performing Arts Series | Mon., Sept. 20 | 7 p.m. | Covenant College, 14049 Scenic Highway, Lookout Mountain, GA | The John Hamm Series kicks off with American soprano Karen Slack, who has appeared with the Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Washington National Opera, and San Francisco Opera. Ⓟ
Tues., Sept. 21
TryThis
- Celebration of Valor Luncheon | Tues., Sept. 21 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Chattanooga Convention Center | $125-$1,500 | Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter is the keynote speaker for this event — all proceeds go to the National Medal of Honor Heritage Center.
- Two Leaf Tuesday | Tues., Sept. 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Bees on a Bicycle, 1909 Market St. | Price of purchase | Bring your own planter or buy one + let the experts guide you to what works well — beverages and potting soil will be on hand. 🪴
Show
- Emo Night | Tues., Sept. 21 | 8 p.m. | Exile Off Main Street, 1634 Rossville Ave. | Free | It isn’t just a phase — Josh Head of the band Emery is stopping by to spin all of the emo favorites.
Wed., Sept. 22
Try This
- Burn: Autumn Equinox Festival | Wed., Sept. 22 | 6 p.m.-12 a.m. | 4707 12th Ave. | $20 | Join Sanctuary Performing Arts + Chattanooga Fire Cabaret to celebrate the beginning of fall with a fire and flow festival including vendors, food, and tattoo artists.
Show
- Kate Willet | Wed., Sept. 22 | 9 p.m. | JJs Bohemia, 231 E. MLK Blvd. | $15 | Comedian Kate Willett is stopping in Chattanooga for 1 night to make her debut performance at JJ’s Bohemia, Including local comedians Ryan Darling, Andrew Ledbetter, and Lauren Riley.
- Furnace Fest Kickoff: Crucial Night | Wed., Sept. 22 | 9 p.m. | Exile, 1634 Rossville Ave. | Free | Live vinyl DJs will spin the classic hardcore + punk records, and you’re encouraged to bring your own obscure punk rock records.
Thurs., Sept. 23
TryThis
- Big Eddie Caylor | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $12-14
- Dirty Spelling Bee at Barley | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 8-10 p.m. | Barley Chattanooga | Free | Win prizes for spelling naughty words.
Active
- Bike and Brew Tour | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 5:30 p.m. | Starting at Five Wits | $47 | Ride through downtown Chattanooga while stopping at some of the city’s best breweries for a 5-oz pour + a fried moon pie tasting.
Show
- Furnace Fest Kickoff: Defeater and Gumm | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 9 p.m. | Exile, 1634 Rossville Ave. | $10 | Watch Epitaph recording artists Defeater before they take on Furnace Fest, enjoy a vegan pop-up from Your Local Seitanist, and make sure to bring a vaccination card.
- Station Street Live | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Station Street | Free | Come out to enjoy this free family + dog-friendly live music event on Station Street.
Fri., Sept. 24
Network
- Scenic City Summit | Fri., Sept. 24 | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Online | $50-60 | This local IT professional development conference allows you to join online for the whole day or for the sessions that interest you.
TryThis
- Big Eddie Caylor | Fri., Sept. 24 | 7:30 p.m. + 9:45 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $12+ | Comedian Big Eddie Caylor is known as “The Mayor of Ooltewah.”
Show
- Steel Toes and Hired Hands | Fri., Sept. 24 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Miller Park | Free | Enjoy a production from award-winning playwright Peggy Douglas centered around Chattanooga’s working class in the 1950s.
Featured Event
- Barefoot in the Park | Tonight-Sun., Oct. 10 | 8 p.m. | Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St. | $15+ | Neil Simon’s beloved romantic comedy follows a free-spirited bride and her buttoned-down groom learning marriage is no walk in the park in 1960s New York City. Ⓟ
Sat., Sept. 25
Try This
- Big Eddie Caylor | Sat., Sept. 25 | 7:30 p.m. AND 9:45 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $12-14
Health
- Get Vaccinated Chattanooga Neighborhood Block Party and Health Fair | Sat., Sept. 25 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | BlueCross Healthy Place at Highland Park, 1800 Vance Ave. | Free | This event will feature live music, free food, health screenings, and COVID-19 vaccinations.
Sports
- TN Vintage Base Ball: Sulphur Dell Cup | Sat., Sept. 25 + Sun., Sept. 26 | 11 a.m. + 6 p.m. | Army Post in Fort Oglethorpe | Free | Go back in time and watch a 19th-century version of a baseball tournament.
Show
- Romeo y Julieta | Sat., Sept. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Stove Works, 1250 E. 13th St. | Free | See an outdoor, immersive dance experience of Romeo + Juliet in Spanglish.
- Steel Toes and Hired Hands | Sat., Sept. 25 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Miller Park | Free | Enjoy a production from award-winning playwright Peggy Douglas centered around Chattanooga’s working class in the 1950s.
- Andrew Duhon in the Garden | Sat., Sept. 25 | 8-10 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave. | $25-30
Community
- East Ridge Centennial Celebration | Sat., Sept. 25 | 8 a.m. | Camp Jordan Park | Free | Celebrate 100 years of East Ridge with music, a beer garden, an arts + crafts marketplace, history walk, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.
- Public Lands Day | Sat., Sept. 25 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Stringer’s Ridge, 1312 Spears Ave. | RSVP | In honor of Public Lands Day, Chattanooga Park Stewards will host an environmental stewardship event with opportunities to create park improvements, learn trail maintenance skills, and participate in plant management.
Outdoors
- MGHC Fall Garden Festival | Sat., Sept. 25 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Bonny Oaks Arboretum, 6183 Adamson Cir. | $5 | Check out gardening exhibits + demos, and vendors with plants and garden items for sale.
Sun., Sept. 26
Show
- Steel Toes and Hired Hands | Sun., Sept. 26 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Miller Park | Free | Enjoy a production from award-winning playwright Peggy Douglas centered around Chattanooga’s working class in the 1950s.
- Dances in Raw States: A Choreographic Workshop | Sundays, Sept. 26-Oct. 31 | 4-6:30 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave. | $90 | Dancer Ann Law leads this 6-week workshop about finding your choreographic voice.
TryThis
- Apple Festival | Sun., Sept. 26 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Chattanooga Market, First Horizon Pavilion | Free | The Chattanooga Market, but more hard-core — apple cake, apple jelly, apple pie, apple candles + more. 🍎
Volunteer
- Ironman Chattanooga | Sun., Sept. 26 | Starts at 7:30 a.m. | Downtown Chattanooga | Free to volunteer | Be aware of closed roads + volunteer to help out at this event that brings in thousands of tourists.
September 27-30
Mon., Sept. 27
Show
- Monday Night Blues Jam with Rick Rushing | Mon., Sept. 27 | 7-10 p.m. | Wanderlinger Brewing Co. | Free | Cure the Monday night blues with the smooth stylings of Rick Rushing + other guests.
Tues., Sept. 28
Cause
- Friends of Scouting Luncheon | Tues., Sept. 28 | 11:30 a.m. | Chattanooga Convention Center | Free
Show
- Santana | Tues., Sept. 28 | 8 p.m. | Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium | $65-250
Arts
- Spoken Word and Poetic Readings | Tues., Sept. 28 | 7-9 p.m. | Wanderlinger Brewing Co. | Free | All ages are welcome to recite their own poetry.
Wed., Sept. 29
- FEED’s Oktoberfest | Wed., Sept. 29 | 6:30 p.m. | FEED Table & Tavern, 201 W. Main St. | $70 | Enjoy Dr. L Sparkling Riesling as you arrive, then prepare to feast on German cuisine like Kartoffeleintopf with Frankfurter Gruene Sosse — Creamy Potato Soup + Bratwurst. 🍺
- Beginner Macrame | Wed., Sept. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave. | $38 | Learn how to make your own macrame plant hanger in this class, with all supplies included.
Thurs., Sept. 30
TryThis
- Jodi White | Thurs., Sept. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | The Comedy Catch | $12-14 | 3 times divorced relationship expert Jodi White relates her stories of life, love and heartbreak.
- Dirty Spelling Bee at Barley | Thurs., Sept. 30 | 8-10 p.m. | Barley Chattanooga | Free | Win prizes for spelling naughty words.
Learn
- CIVIQ: Reimagining Our Relationship to Place | Thurs., Sept. 30 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Waterhouse Pavilion | Free | Ronda Lee Chapman discusses how we define community, how we honor ancestral lands we inhabit + enjoy, and the ways we interact with the inherent politics of place.
Show
- Theo Von | Thurs., Sept. 30 | 7 p.m. | Tivoli Theatre | $25-55
- Ryan Oyer in the Garden | Thurs., Sept. 30 | 7-9 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave. | $12.50-15
