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

Friday, March 2

Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon Kick-Off Concert feat. Packway Handle

When: 5-7 p.m.
Where: First Tennessee Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd 
Cost: Free

Check out the Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon's Michelob Ultra Race Weekend Concert Kick-Off featuring an expo of local vendors with a variety of health and fitness related products, as well as a Michelob Ultra beer trailer. The Packway Handle Band will take the stage at 5 p.m. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, this group is a combination of Americana, Folk and Bluegrass. Whether you're a traditional bluegrass fan, or someone who's never preferred the sound, you're…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, February 23 to Friday, March 2.   

Friday, February 23

Work for Yourself@50+

When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: Edney Innovation Center, 1100 Market St., Floor 5
Cost: Free

LAUNCH CHA is offering Work for Yourself@50+ workshops in our community helping low- and moderate-income adults age 50+ gain the knowledge, support, and resources they need to make informed decisions and take the right first steps toward successful self-employment. The 90-minute workshop will walk participants through the Work for Yourself@50+ materials and connect them with local resources to help them reach their goals. The decision to start a business can be both exciting and daunting. Work for…

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

February 16-17

Disney's 'The Little Mermaid'

When: 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: The Colonnade Center, 264 Catoosa Circle, Ringgold, GA 30736 
Cost: $13 - $17

The Colonnade Players presents the musical production of Disney's "The Little Mermaid,” the story of a mermaid named Ariel whose biggest dream is to be able to live on land after she falls in love with a handsome prince that she rescued after he ends up in the ocean during a violent storm. Longing to become human and be with the prince, Ariel bargains with a Sea Witch and gives up her beautiful voice in exchange for human legs. The bargain is not without peril and…

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

Wednesdays in February

Archery Classes 

When: 3:30-6 p.m.
Where: Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St.Free

Take aim at Outdoor Chattanooga's "Try Archery" class. This free indoor class offers a hands-on opportunity to learn more about the sport of archery. Concentrating on range safety rules and fundamentals of archery, the class is taught using the National Archery in Schools Program (NASP) equipment and procedures. All sessions are walk-in, open to ages 6 and up. No reservation or prior experience required. All equipment and instruction provided. Just show up, take aim and give archery a try!

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

Saturday, February 3 

Miniature Garden "Make & Take" Workshops

When: 11 a.m. to noon and 3-4 p.m.
Where: The Barn Nursery, 1801 East 24th Street Place 
Cost: $35-55

Come check out this Miniature/Fairy Garden Workshop, The Barn Nursary’s popular "make & take" workshop which includes container, potting soil, charcoal, colorful stones, and a few plants and figures....and of course, fairy dust! This class is open to all ages. Call 423-698-2276 to reserve your spots. 

Tuesday, February 6 

Chatt About Science: Self-driving Cars, Sustainable Commuting, and Smart Cities

When: 7-8 p.m.
Where: Stone Cup Coffee House,…

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

January 26-27

Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella

When: 7-11 p.m.
Where: Tivoli Theatre, 709 Broad Street
Cost: $37-77

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the Tony Award-winning musical from the creators of The Sound of Music and South Pacific that's delighting audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale. This lush production features an incredible orchestra, jaw-dropping transformations and all the moments you love ' the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more ' plus some surprising new twists! Be transported back to your childhood as you rediscover some of Rodgers + Hammerstein's most beloved…

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

Friday, January 19 

All in for ALS

When: 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: Stratton Hall, 3146 Broad Street
Cost: $50-100

Launching this year, ALL IN for ALS is a new, unique, exciting event the Tennessee Chapter is introducing in the Chattanooga community. Join the ALS Association Tennessee Chapter for a night of fun casino games, food and drink, silent auction, and more. For more information, visit alstn.org.

January 19-21

Lookout Wild Film Festival

When: Times vary
Where: Walker Theatre, 399 McCallie Ave
Cost: $12.50 - $30

The sixth annual Lookout Wild Film Festival, held at the Walker Theatre located at 399 McCallie…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, January 12 to Friday, January 19. 

Friday, January 12 

What Woke Looks Like: Realizing Our Civic Potential (MLK Holiday Celebration)

When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: The Camp House, 149 E M L King Blvd
Cost: Free

Jazzanooga is sponsoring a special evening, “What Woke Looks Like,” in honor of the upcoming MLK Day Celebration to discuss and envision the future of our civic and art culture in Chattanooga. Inspired by his trip to the inaugural Obama Foundation Summit this past fall and its evocation of the Civil Rights Movement, 800 Collective founder Josiah Golson will share his experiences as an opportunity for a community conversation. Through talk, visual art, and…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, January 5 to Friday, January 12. 

January 8, 15, 22 and 29

Beginning Watercolor

When: 9 a.m. to noon 
Where: Townsend Altelier, The Arts Building, 301 E 11th St
Cost: $150 

This four week class is a perfect for those who are just starting out with watercolors or those who would like a refresher course. The instructor, During Cheek, will guide you through understanding the watercolor medium and materials. Learn the different techniques which make watercolor such a versatile medium. Along with instruction, there will be demonstrations and exercises working with color mixing and paint application. No previous painting or drawing experience required!

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Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from December 15 to Friday, December 22.

December 15-17 and 28-30

Beauty and the Beast 

When: Times vary
Where: Chattanooga Theatre Center, 
Cost: $12-30

The Chattanooga Theatre Centre production of this timeless story will take audiences into the enchanted world of Broadway's modern classic. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature of 1991 and incorporating many of its beloved musical numbers, this "tale as old as time" will feature amazing voices, splendid costumes, and spectacular sets. As a joint production of the Theatre Centre and its youth program, the 50-person cast includes volunteers young and old and will appeal to audiences young and old as well.…