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Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, September 23 to Friday, October 7.

Friday, September 30 and Saturday, October 1

3 Sisters BlueGrass Festival

When: 6-10 p.m.
Where: Tennessee Aquarium, 1 Broad St. 
Cost: Free

The 3 Sisters Festival has been a Chattanooga favorite since 2007 and features a full schedule of some of the biggest names in bluegrass including Yonder Mountain String Band, Ricky Skaggs, Rhonda Vincent, Dan Tyminski and Del McCoury. Combining both traditional and contemporary bluegrass, this festival appeals to a wide age range. This two-day event will include Dismembered Tennesseans featuring founder Fletcher Bright, and lots more top names in bluegrass. Food and beverages are for…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, September 23 to Friday, September 30.

September 23-October 2

The Telling Project: Chattanooga

When: Specific times available on the website
Where: Chattanooga State Humanities Theater, 4501 Amnicola Highway
Cost: Free

More than 40 original productions of The Telling Project have been presented nationwide. Each production tells the unique stories of local veterans and their families, told by the veterans themselves. Chattanooga State is proud to host the Chattanooga Telling Project with six veterans and family members from the Chattanooga area. Their stories are humorous, heartfelt, moving and profound. For more information about The Telling Project visit…

If you’ve recently purchased a home or are looking into becoming a homeowner, the subject of home warranties has probably come up in your research. But what’s the point of them? Do you really need one? Let us help you decide with our answers to these frequently asked home warranty questions. 

What is a home warranty?

A home warranty is a service contract in which a company agrees to pay for fixing or replacing home systems and appliances.

What does a home warranty cover?

Depending on which plan you choose, you can have either a little or a lot of coverage on your home appliances and systems. Basic plans typically include coverage for kitchen appliances, water heaters, plumbing, electrical, heating systems, etc. There are additional options…

We’re just days away from it officially being fall, but don’t break out the autumn decor and pumpkin candles just yet! Say goodbye to this season and squeeze the last bit of fun out of this summer with these Scenic City warm-weather activities. 

1. Cruise along the Tennessee River

Float along the Tennessee River for a relaxing tour with the Tennessee Aquarium’s River Gorge Explorer or enjoy the view via an authentic WWII amphibious landing craft with the Chattanooga Ducks. 

2. Rent one of the Chattanooga city bikes.

You’ve seen them everywhere, but have you tried one yet? It’s the perfect weather to grab a bike and give it a spin. Leisurely make your way through North Chattanooga, stopping by Coolidge Park for a game of frisbee and lunch…

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

Weekends in September

"August: Osage County”

When: Specific dates/times available on the website 
Where: Dalton Little Theatre, 210 North Pentz Street 
Cost: $10-15

Dalton Little Theatre presents Tracy Letts Tony and Pulitzer Prize winning drama that became the movie starring Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts. The play is an adult drama and does contain mature themes and adult language. For more information or to purchase tickets visit daltonlittletheatre.com.

Sunday, September 18

Wine Yoga

When: 4-6 p.m.
Where: Georgia Winery, 6469 Battlefield Pkwy, Ringgold, Ga
Cost: $15, which includes one hour of yoga and a…

Savvy sellers, take note! There are many small things you can do to make your home sell faster. Check our our top six best-kept secrets for selling your home quick. 

1. First Impressions 

Your home may be amazing from the inside, but most buyers judge a home before they even walk in the door. If your home doesn’t appear welcoming from the street, buyers might even pass it by without going inside. Clear any yard clutter—kids’ toys, mower, etc.—and store them away out of sight. Give your front door a spruce with a fresh coat of paint and a wreath. Trim shrubbery and plant colorful flowers. With these small changes, you can make a great impact on how quickly your home sells. 

2. Declutter the Closets

We know what you’re thinking……

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

Opening night! 

Fiddler on the Roof at the Theatre Centre

When: Specific dates/times available on the website
Where: Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River Street
Cost: $15-30

Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964, Fiddler on the Roof has touched audiences worldwide for more than 50 years with its humor, warmth and honesty. In the little village of Anatevka in Imperial Russia in 1905, Tevye, a poor dairyman, tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of a changing world. With iconic and beloved songs such as "Sunrise, Sunset," "If I Were A Rich Man," and "Matchmaker,…