So we’re not ready to skip to Christmas yet…because it’s not even Thanksgiving! If you’re with us in wanting to commemorate turkey day, here are some fabulous ways to do so locally: 

Go watch the lighted boats at Holiday Cheer at the Pier 

Although technically a “holiday” event, the boat parade at Ross’s Landing is always held right around Thanksgiving, making it a perfect end to your celebrations. Although this year the event has a change in name and maybe a few fun new additions, it’s still the same boat parade we all know and love! Mark your calendars for November 24 from 5-9 p.m. for an evening including shopping from local artisans and crafters, dining from local food trucks, pictures with Santa, Lighted Boat Parade (7 p.m.) with more than…

We're headed into November with some exciting news - The Torgerson Team is growing! 

If you've bought a home with us, chances are you've worked with our former showing assistant Jordan Cook. Jordan will be joining The Torgerson Team full time as a Buyer Specialist.

Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Jordan grew up loving sports, home-cooked meals and spending time with friends and family. Whether it was playing lacrosse in the backyard with his brother, playing fetch with his dogs or just relaxing on the couch with friends, he quickly realized how important a good home was. 

After graduating from the University of Tennessee, Jordan moved to Chattanooga and began the journey into the real estate industry. Coming from a family of commercial real estate…

Tis the season…FOOTBALL SEASON. 

If you’re any like us, one of the best parts of football is the opportunity to gather with family and friends over a ton of snacks. Now we’re not talking snacks of the potato chips and Hostess cake variety—we’re talking about the good stuff. And since sharing is caring, we’re going to let you in on some of our tried and true best football season recipes! 

Cheesy Football

What You Need

• 2 pkg. (8 oz. each) Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 pkg. (8 oz.) Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1/2 cup Miracle Whip Dressing
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 cup chopped Pecans
• 2 Tbsp. pimento strips
• RITZ Crackers

What You Do

1. Beat first 5 ingredients…

Some days you just need a cocktail—and the Scenic City isn’t going to let you down! One of the best parts of the Chattanooga food and drink scene is the opportunity to branch out and experience something new for Happy Hour. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorites for you to try. 

St John’s Meeting Place 

1274 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402
stjohnsmeetingplace.com

At the top of the list for happy hour locales is St John’s Meeting Place, located right next to St. John’s Restaurant on Market Street. Oftentimes this eatery gets overlooked based on the perception that it’s expensive, but hold the phone, y’all—they have one of the best and most affordable happy hours in Chattanooga.  With $5 cocktails, select small plates and discounts on…

After nearly a hundred year wait, a rare total eclipse is happening this Monday, August 21. Although Chattanooga is not quite in the path of totality, we’ve got a solid 99.5% viewing here—so if you don’t want to travel, you really don’t have to. 

In Chattanooga, the eclipse will start at 1:02 p.m., and 99.55 percent of the sun’s light will be covered at 2:32 p.m. If you plan on staying here for the big event, we’ve got you covered with some of the best ways to celebrate locally! 

Creative Discovery Museum’s Solar Eclipse Party

When: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: 321 Chestnut Street
Cost: Regular museum admission

Join Creative Discovery Museum for its Solar Eclipse Party perfect for kids. Out-of-this-world fun will be had by all from 11 a.m. to 4…

The Chattanooga area is full of makers and growers! In order to give us a way to support these artisans and local farmers, the city has become home to several markets. Nearly any day of the week you can get your hands on the highest quality local produce and handcrafted goods made by Chattanoogans for Chattanoogans! Check out our list below and go visit them while we still have some summer left: 

Chattanooga Market

When: Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April - December
Where: First Tennessee Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd. Chattanooga, TN 37408 

This is Chattanooga’s largest and arguably most beloved market in the Tennessee Valley. Named one of the “Top 10 Public Markets in America” by Formers and featuring more than 300 vendors, the…

Chattanooga is not short on amazing food. But there may be a few delicious restaurants you’ve passed right by and never even seen! Whether you’re a local or just here for a visit, we’ve got you covered with some of the Scenic City’s best hidden restaurants to try.  

Opa 

249 River St, Chattanooga, TN 37405

When we think about best kept secret kinds of restaurants, Opa tops the list! This white-washed, blue accented teeny tiny building near Coolidge Park hardly looks like a restaurant at all considering it’s only large enough to hold about three tables max. If you can find yourself a seat inside or outside on their patio, make sure to have a big fat authentic Greek lunch at Opa with favorites like spanakopita, tzatziki and gyro. We recommend…

Nathan Torgerson of The Torgerson Team at Keller Williams Realty was named one of America’s most productive sales associates as a part of REAL Trends America’s Best Real Estate Agents, the newly issued ranking report produced by REAL Trends and sponsored by Zillow Group.  

This is the second year in a row he has been named a member of the “America’s Best Real Estate Agents,” and ranked in the top 100 for the state of Tennessee. Torgerson is one of only eight Chattanooga realtors to receive this recognition.

“I am honored to be named on this ranking of the country’s top residential real estate agents,” says Nathan Torgerson. “It represents the time and effort that we put into each client that we serve and how much work it takes to build a successful…

The Torgerson Team at Keller Williams Realty is sponsoring its first ever Back to School School Supply Drive beginning this month! 

For the month of July, The Torgerson Team will be collecting donations of school supplies on students’ and teachers’ wish lists including: sticky notes, EXPO markers, dry erase board cleaner, Kleenex, highlighters, pens, Clorox/Lysol wipes, paper, hand sanitizer, binder clips, pencils, Sharpie pens and paper clips. These much-needed supplies will be distributed to local teachers and students just in time for the new school year. 

“Many families locally are struggling to make ends meet, and some of them are unable to provide the basic school supplies their children need to be effective,” says Nathan Torgerson of The…

Want to know where you can see fireworks and celebrate Fourth of July this year? Check out our list of all the local fireworks happening from now through the Fourth! 

Saturday, July 1 and Tuesday, July 4 

Lake Winnepesaukah

1730 Lakeview Drive, Rossville, GA 30741

Spend the day at Lake Winnepesaukah’s SOAKya Water Park and celebrate the Fourth! Featuring a lazy river and wave lagoon, as well as water slides and a toddler splash park, SOAKya Water Park is a great way to beat the heat as a family. Lake Winnie will be lighting things up July 1 and 4 with fireworks displays beginning at 10 p.m. From now until September 5, guests can purchase an all-inclusive ticket to enjoy both Lake Winnie and the water park for $34.95 ($17.95 for children 2…