Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, June 16 to Friday, June 23.

Saturday, June 17

Free Yoga Day

When: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 
Where: Isha Institute of Inner Sciences, 951 Isha Lane, McMinnville, TN 37110
Cost: Free

Isha Institute of Inner-sciences will host its summer series of Free Yoga Day designed as a family friendly event in which participants ages 7 and up can choose from several simple yoga classes that range in time from 15 to 90 minutes. Participants will also learn how to continue the practice at home. Ideally situated in the scenic Upper Cumberland region, Isha's classical yoga and meditation center features a sprawling 1,400-acre wooded campus with several waterfalls, stunning bluff…

Need a last minute gift for Father’s Day? Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered with our picks for local shops with gifts for every kind of dad (even the one who has everything). 

For the fashion dad:

Hanover Blue
1100 Hixson Pike #112, Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 531-2120

If your dad is the type who likes to look put together, a safe bet for gift shopping is Hanover Blue. With everything from Southern-style Collared Greens bow ties and Euro chic Billy Reid shirts, there are options for whatever his style. Hanover Blue also offers beautiful leather accessories, fun sunglasses and Yeti products. Bonus, this Riverview shop neighbors Alice Blue and Verde Boutique, in the event that you need to do a little shopping of your own. 

For the foodie…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, June 9 to Friday, June 16. 

June 10-11

30th Annual Spring Garden Tour

When: June 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; June 11 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: See below. 
Cost: $15 for both days; purchase at any one of the gardens

The 30th Annual Spring Garden Tour, sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Hamilton County, features seven public and private gardens located around Chattanooga, Hixson and East Brainerd. The tour benefits educational programs sponsored by the Master Gardeners and the Chattanooga Area Food Bank. The tour gardens include: Jo Keeler, 1018 Olde Mill Lane, Hixson, TN 37343; Sally Wencel & John Turgeson, 1909 Windy Oaks Lane, Hixson, TN 37343; Jim &…

8 Days. 5 Stages. Nearly 100 Artists. Tons of Traffic. 

It’s that time again! Love it or hate it, tonight's the night when Tennessee River at Ross’s Landing will start it's eight-day shut down for the Riverbend Festival. Whether you're planning on going or planning on avoiding it, we've got everything you need to know! 

Celebrating more than 35 years, this annual music festival features a wide variety of artists covering almost every music genre. With five stages and nearly 100 performing acts, the schedule can get a little crazy. We've included a breakdown below, as well as a link to a downloadable PDF version. Speaking of crazy, don't forget about Riverbend Traffic! Check out the info below for all of the road closures you need to know about. 

Buying your first investment property is exciting! In Chattanooga where home inventory is low, buying investment property or flipping homes is a great opportunity to make additional income. But for any beginner, it’s easy to make mistakes in the process. Here are some of the most easily done missteps and how to avoid them. 

1. Assuming it’s a get rich quick situation. 

Some people paint real estate investing as easy way to make money fast, and that’s just not always true. There is a lot of time and effort that goes into a real estate investment, and your first one may not go as planned. If you buy a home looking for the market to improve later and give you a profit when you resell, that may take longer than you imagined. Understand that

2.…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, June 2 to Friday, June 9. 

Friday, June 2

On the Rocks, a Cairn Yoga Open House

When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: Cairn Yoga, 2011 Dayton Blvd, Suite B
Cost: Free

Enjoy a complimentary cocktail or glass of wine while you tour and enjoy our brand new studio with this open house event. Meet our teachers and administrative staff, exchange thoughts and ideas, and perhaps even take advantage of a special offer specifically for our open house attendees!  21+ only, please. For more information, visit cairnyoga.com

Saturday, June 3

National Learn To Row Day

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
Where: Tennessee Riverpark, 4301 Amnicola Hwy
Cost: Free

USRowing and Lookout Rowing…

The Chattanooga area is home to so many trails, and on June 3, it’s time to celebrate them in honor of National Trails Day!  

Whether you want to visit a trail to volunteer and do maintenance work or go as an appreciative user, here are five places and activities perfect for celebrating the day.

Bring Fido for a hike at Cloudland Canyon State Park

Hit the trails with your favorite furry friend on this easy 2 mile round trip hike. There will be some opportunities for your dog to play in the streams along the way. Meet at the Backcountry Camping parking area. All dogs must be on a 6-foot leash and a $5 park fee applies unless you are a season pass holder. Trail maps and driving directions to the event will be available at the park Visitor's…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, May 26 to Friday, June 2. 

Friday, May 26

Beach Blanket Movie Night

When: 8:30- 11 p.m. 
Where: Chester Frost Park, 2277 N. Goldpoint Circle, Hixson, TN 37343 
Cost: Free

Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Dept. invites you to bring out the family and kick off Memorial Day weekend at the 13th Annual Beach Blanket Movie Night at Chester Frost Park beach. The public is invited to bring chairs or blankets or watch the movie from your boat on the three-story screen. Due to copyright laws we can't mention the title but the movie is a Disney 2016 release about an adventurous teenager who is inspired to leave the safety and security of her island on a daring…

If you’re looking to buy a home, it’s time to check that dreaded credit score! While to us our credit score doesn’t mean too much, to a lender who’s considering whether to approve your mortgage loan, a low credit score can indicate you’re a risky borrower. And for most of them, that’s not a risk they’re willing to take. 

So, what do you do to get your credit score up and get ready for your home purchase? Let us help with these tips. 

1. Get a current copy of your credit report

Knowing is half the battle when it comes to your credit. If you know where you stand, then you know exactly how much work it’s going to take to make that good credit score happen for you. You're entitled to one free copy of your credit report every 12 months from each…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, May 19 to Friday, May 26. 

Friday, May 19

Ballet Tennessee Repertory Performance

When: 7:30-9:30 p.m. 
Where: UTC Fine Arts Center, 752 Vine Street
Cost: $17 - $19  

The Ballet Tennessee Repertory Performance features the versatility of the Ballet Tennessee Company in a variety of classical and contemporary works, with choreography by Catherine Gaudreau, Brittany Johnson-Mills, Hannah Locke, and Emma Pannkuk. The highlight of the evening is "Dream Awake," a full length original ballet choreographed by Barry VanCura. Ballet Tennessee alumnus LaJeromeny Brown (School of American Ballet) returns to perform the lead in "Dream Awake." He will also dance the…