Friday Five: Chattanooga's Best Events 6/16-6/23

Posted by on Friday, June 16th, 2017 at 10:03am.

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 vistas and more. Visitors for Free Yoga Day may register in advance at www.FreeYogaDay.us or upon arrival.


Saturday, June 17

The Art of Botany

When: 1:30-3 p.m.
Where: Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View
Cost: $15

The Art of Botany looks at the cross-pollination of art and plants, uniting artists and naturalists into dialogue. This program will feature three Knoxville-based artists and creatives, Margaret Scanlan, Norman Magden, and David Denton, who collaborated on the multi-media, experiential work, "Poppy Project," at the Knoxville Botanical Garden in 2016. Local therapist, herbalist and naturalist Holli Richey will respond to their work, speaking on the cultural use and medical history of poppies. Guests can enjoy a discussion on the generation of creativity by, and healing from, the humble plant.


Sunday, June 18

Father’s Day Bacon, Blues and Brews

When: 11 am. to 4 p.m.
Where: Chattanooga Market, 1829 Carter Street
Cost: Free

We've got you covered for Father's Day at the Chattanooga Market. Let Dad relax and enjoy some local blues music on the EPB stage and sample some local craft brews to boot. The whole family can enjoy lunch from one of the eateries or food trucks. And for purchase, there will be fresh cuts of meat, farm cheeses, produce…all the makings for a home cooked dinner. There will also be gifts for dad from local artisans. 


Tuesday, June 20

Mountain to Town Bicycle Adventure

When: 9 a.m. to noon
Where: Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St. 
Cost: $25, includes bike, helmet, water bottle, transportation, guide staff and ride support. Reservations are required.

Mountain to Town is a guided downhill mountain bike adventure that highlights the scenic trails atop Lookout Mountain and how they connect to the Tennessee Riverwalk all the way to downtown Chattanooga. Join Outdoor Chattanooga for this all-inclusive beginner friendly adventure which begins with equipment, a shuttle ride to the top of Lookout Mountain and the experienced guide staff providing ride support and instruction. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city while cruising down the beginner-friendly Guild Trail, comprised of tightly packed gravel, until it connects with the paved trails of the Tennessee Riverwalk in St. Elmo. From there, the scenic and leisurely paced bike ride will continue along the shores of the Tennessee River back into downtown where the adventure started at Outdoor Chattanooga in Coolidge Park. Participants will descend nearly 1,500 ft and only climb 340' over the 13-mile ride. This family-friendly adventure is appropriate for ages 12 and up! For more information and to make a reservation, email Outdoor Chattanooga or call 423-643-6888.


Wednesday, June 21

Noontunes: Side Affect

When: Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: Miller Plaza, 650 Market Street
Cost: Free

Side Affect is an indie dream-pop band from Chattanooga, formed by local Chris Johnson. Starting in 2015, Johnson recorded music in his bedroom and put out a single "Forever" and an EP "Headphones." The rest of 2015 was spent playing shows in the Chattanooga area and laying down work on the next release of music, the "Loving You" album released in April 2016. Continuing to grow a fan base in town, Johnson worked on new music and created a record label HOT SOUND with the EP "Poetic Girls" as the first release on the label in November 2016. Noontunes is a weekly, mid-day music performance in Miller Plaza. This series will showcase local talent and offer a platform for artists to be seen and heard every Wednesday in May, June and July from noon-1 p.m. 

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