Father’s Day is Sun., June 19, meaning you only have a couple of days to get that special gift for the father figure in your life.
From experiences to local goodies — we’ve got you covered with our last-minute, local Father’s Day gift guide.
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Opt for an evening game on Friday + Saturday or an afternoon game on Sunday. | Photo by NOOGAtoday |
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⚾ For the sports fan
Take Dad out to the ballgame… 🎶 Give tickets to a Chattanooga Lookouts game as they play Biloxi Fri, June 17-Sun., June 19. Bonus: If Dad is a Star Wars fan, tonight’s game is Star Wars Night where themed jerseys are available to purchase + benefit the Alzheimer's Association.
💼 For the style icon
While you’re strolling through the Chattanooga Market, make a stop by Britt’s Leather Co. to shop an array of handmade leather bags, hats, wallets, belts, backpacks, and more. |
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See made-to-scale, historically accurate mannequins of Medal of Honor recipients. | Photo by NOOGAtoday |
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🎖️For the history buff
If you’re my dad, stop reading here. If the dad in your life is a fan of local and national history, treat them to a tour of the Charles H. Coolidge National Medal of Honor Center. Pro tip: To observe Juneteenth, the center is offering guided tours at a discounted rate on Sun., June 19. 🍽️ For the foodie
Make a basket filled with local goodies like Hoff Sauce, Tru Bee Honey, or Hot Chocolatier Sipping Chocolate. Pro tip: Head over to Locals Only Gifts and Goods to pick up these items + more for the ultimate Chattanooga gift basket.
👕 For jokester
Since it’s Father’s Day we’ll let the corny dad jokes slide — who are we kidding, we love our puns here. If your dad loves cracking jokes, pick them out a shirt from the Six & Main Dad Jokes Collection. |
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Today -
Watercolor Floral Pattern Play | Fri., June 17 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery | $75 | Try your hand at painting lush watercolor florals. 🖌️
- Nightfall | Fri., June 17 | 7 p.m. | Miller Plaza | Free | Opposite Box and Original FBI will perform tonight. 🎸
- Carpetbagger’s Comedy Night | Fri., June 17 | 9 p.m. | Bode Hotel, 730 Chestnut St. | $10 | NYC comics and Southern favorites come together for this comedy show. Pro tip: Get there early at 8 p.m. for the pre-show happy hour.
Saturday - Juneteenth National Freedom Day Parade | Sat., June 18 | 3 p.m. | Carver Recreation Center, 600 N. Orchard Knob Ave. | Free, RSVP | Celebrate and commemorate the official end of institutional slavery in the US.
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St. Elmo Maker’s Market | Sat., June 18 | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | The Secret Garden, 3800 St. Elmo Ave. | Price of purchase | Shop local from 25+ vendors at this fair-like market.
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Run For Wishes: A Magical 5K | Sat., June 18 | 9-10:30 a.m. | Ross’s Landing | $30 | This race benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation of East Tennessee. 👟
Sunday -
Juneteenth Popup Shop | Sun., June 19 | 1-5 p.m. | Southside Community Park, 3501 Central Ave. | Price of purchase | Support Black local businesses this Juneteenth and enjoy a performance by Chattanooga Dance Elite.
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Battle of The Goats Hair Show | Sun., June 19 | 6-10 p.m. | Chattanooga Convention Center | $30+ | Chattanooga’s hair stylists + barbers compete for a $1,000 grand prize. 💈
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Weather - 97º | Mostly sunny | 20% chance of rain ☀️
Development -
The Hamilton County Commission approved a request to rezone land in the Apison area from agricultural to residential, making way for developers to construct 800 planned houses. The project planned for the 321-acre site at 3120 Bill Jones Rd. is expected to take 10 years to complete. 🏘️ (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Opening -
Riverfront Medical Center will officially open at The Bend development on Tues., June 21. The new, 25,000-sqft medical office building, completed by Noon Development, houses local practices like the Riverfront Surgery Center, Athena Esoterix, and Four Bridges Dermatology & Cosmetics.
Cause -
The National Cornbread Festival donated $10,000 to launch a fund to benefit the five families of the South Pittsburg High School students who died in a car accident earlier this month. Donate at local Citizens Tri-County Bank locations to support the accident victims fund. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Holiday -
This Sunday is Juneteenth, which marks the end of institutional slavery in the US. The Chattanooga Festival of Black Arts & Ideas’ Juneteenth celebration has already been underway with several community events this month. Don’t miss the Legacy Music Festival + Juneteenth Commemoration Concert.
- In observance of Juneteenth, the Birchwood Pike City Landfill, Recycle Collection Centers, Refuse Collection Centers + more will be closed on Mon., June 20. Regular operations will resume on Tues., June 21. Residential waste and recycling will be collected as scheduled. ♻️ (Chattanoogan.com)
Biz -
The Chattery’s Summer Saturdays series — a free, day party celebrating + providing a space for Chattanooga entrepreneurs on the third Saturday of each month this summer — kicks off this Sat., June 18. This Saturday’s programming celebrates Black entrepreneurs and features an interactive art activation.
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The Oatmeal Experience announced that it will be onsite at the Downtown Family YMCA on Mondays and Tuesdays, starting Mon., June 20. The food truck offers a variety of health-focused, customizable oatmeal bowls. 🥣
Shop -
Moxy will host The Moxy Bazaar today, Fri., June 17, and Sat., June 18. The community market will take place both days and will feature local vendors, cocktails from Bar Moxy, sample bites from Spice Trail + more. Stay for the Bollywood-themed dance party on Saturday night at 6 p.m. 🍹
- Nooga’s looking so bright we need sunglasses — Vincero sunglasses, that is. Your weekend adventures + happy hours deserve a great pair of shades, and Vincero premium eyewear checks all the boxes: High-quality, ethically made, and (best of all) 20% off. 🕶️ *
Drink -
The Chattanooga Red Wolves + CHI Memorial Stadium announced the upcoming Summer Beer Fest, taking place on Sat., June 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. before the team’s match against FC Tucson. The festival will feature local breweries, such as Five Wits Brewing Co. + Cherry Street Brewing, and special food offerings. 🍺
Community -
The Chattanooga Trans Liberation Collective will host a clothing swap for trans, non-binary + gender noncomforming locals at the Chattanooga Free Store on Sun., June 26 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Get a free new outfit or give old clothes — minor alterations or repairs to clothing will be offered. 👖
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After much anticipation, we finally have an opening date for Chattanooga’s newest pizza + beeria.
Slim & Husky’s is set to officially make its mark in the Scenic City on Thurs., June 23 at its location on 401 E. MLK Blvd. You can enjoy your pizza + brews Thursday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Friday-Saturday from 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
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Editor's pick: I’m so excited to attend my first Carpetbagger’s Comedy Night tonight at the Bode Hotel. I’m already a huge fan of Dusk Bar, so you can definitely count on me getting there early for the pre-show cocktail hour. I definitely want to keep trying some drinks off the menu, but “My Boo” — a gin or vodka-based cocktail with house-made blueberry-lavender syrup, lemon juice, topped with a splash of prosecco — has been my favorite so far. Missed yesterday's newsletter? Here’s a breakdown of the recently approved 2022-2023 Chattanooga budget. |
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