Here are the upcoming activities and events for the city's Parks and Recreation Department:
City-Wide:
Saturday, Aug. 7: “Dogs Across the Bridge” Dedication, 2 p.m. at South Entrance of Walnut Street Bridge (between the Holmberg Bridge and the “High Paw” Sculpture) “DOGood- Citizens for A Dog Friendly Chattanooga” will lead a parade across the Walnut Street Bridge
in celebration of getting it re-opened to "responsible" dog owners. The group has been working hard to promote good pet practices, serve as examples, involve numerous pet groups, and monitor areas already open to pet owners in the downtown. Following the bridge walk, there will be a “Yappy Hour” at Green Life Grocery from 4–6 p.m. Email: dogfriendlychattanooga@gmail.com
Saturday, Aug. 7: Swaggfest “Back to School” Teen Event at First Tennessee Pavilion, 6–11 p.m. Local talent showcase, popular national acts, resources for teens and families, positive focus as teens and young adults head back to school. Call 643-6081.
Saturday, Aug. 7, 14, 21, and 28: “Riverfront Nights” Concert Series at Ross’ Landing, 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Program starts at 7 p.m. and is sponsored by Friends of the Festival. (Ross’ Landing will be open for responsible dog owners). For information on performers visit: Riverfront Nights.com or call 757-2211.
Recreation Related Activities:
Monday–Friday, Aug. 2-6: Folk Art Camp for ages 12 – 15 at Wyatt Art Annex
Visual art projects using recycled and traditional media. Guest artists, field trips, outdoor recreation, and Friday cook-out. Cost: $60.00 per child Call Tracy Wamp at 757-2593
Tuesday, Aug. 3: Annual National Night Out at several parks.
Neighborhood associations and communities have a walk, block party, or get-together to raise awareness for their roles in fighting crime.
Wednesday, Aug. 4: Therapeutic Rec. Program “Chillin” Adult Social Group Event
Young adults group for folks who have disabilities will go to a Chattanooga Lookouts Game. Call Elaine Adams at 697-1345.
Thursday, Aug. 5: EAC Memorial Auditorium Fund-raising campaign kick-off.
Activities, entertainment, troop support by local wives & families, displays and appearances by military V.I.P.s Call Melissa Turner at 425-7826.
Saturday, Aug. 7: South Chattanooga Rec. Center “Garden of Youth” Community Garden.
8 a.m. at the recreation center. Fun sustainability project for area youth. Volunteers needed! Call Montrell Besley at 425-3550.
Sunday, Aug. 8: Warner Park Pool closes, but "Spray & Play" is open through Labor Day. Visit www.chattanooga.gov/parks&recreation for “Spray & Play” water playground hours.
Sports:
This Week’s Tournaments & Activities:
* Summit of Softball Complex: Aug. 7-8 ASA Adult
* Warner Park Complexes: Aug. 1–8 ASA World Series
Call Greta Hayes at 643-6064
Outdoor Chattanooga & Related Activities:
Thursday, Aug. 5: Stringers Ridge Hike - 6 p.m.
Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a free, guided hike for an hour and a half of hiking at a leisurely pace. Singletrack trail, a few rocky sections, and a couple of good hills. Sturdy shoes are a must. Meet at Outdoor Chattanooga Center in Coolidge Park to car caravan to the trailhead. Rain or shine, but not in thunder and lightning storms. RSVP is appreciated. Call 423 643-6888.
Friday, Aug. 6: “Bike2Work” Bike Commuter’s Breakfast - 7-8:30 a.m.
“DOGood- Citizens for A Dog Friendly Chattanooga” will meet with the bicycle community to discuss dog walkers and bike riders on the Walnut Street Bridge. Call Philip Pugliese at 643-6887.
Saturday, Aug. 7: Greenway 5-Mile Trail Race at Greenway Farm - 9 a.m.
A great way for people of all ages to run on a moderate, scenic course and raise money for the Wilderness Trail Association. Co-sponsored by Outdoor Chattanooga & Rock/Creek Outfitters. Call 643-6889.
Volksnhundz Walks Every Saturday at 8:30 a.m. “DOGood-Citizens for a Dog Friendly Chattanooga” weekly dog-friendly walks through downtown Chattanooga Sat. morning beginning at the Ross’ Landing Pier at 8:30 a.m. For more information, e-mail dogfriendlychattanooga@gmail.com.
Upcoming Events:
Aug. 10, 17, 21, 24: "Dining with Diabetes" Workshops at Carver Rec. Center, 12-2 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 11: First day of Hamilton County Public School
Saturday, Aug. 14: Brainerd Optimist “Fishing Rodeo” 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
The Brainerd Optimist Club located at 745 Scruggs Road, Ringgold, Ga. and the City’s Therapeutic Rec. Program host annual event for families who have members with disabilities. Children, teens, and adults invited to participate in fun fishing tourney. Free lunch and prizes.
Call Elaine Adams at 697-1345 or Al Sartin 706 937-5919.
Tuesday, Aug. 17: Start of Computer Classes at S. Chattanooga Rec. Center
Instructor Thomas Finley will offer another three–week session of computer classes in basics for beginners.
Tuesday and Thursday, 10–11:30 a.m. at the rec. center’s computer lab. Cost: $50.00 per person.
Call 425-3550 to sign-up and get more information.
In-Door Pool Closings for Maintenance: Call Peggy Grall at 697-1385
South Chattanooga Pool: Aug. 8-15 — closed (Aug. 16 - will go back to spring schedule)
Brainerd Pool: Aug. 16-22 — closed (Aug. 22 - back to spring schedule)