posted November 17, 2008
Enjoy Autumn with the following downtown events happening through Monday, Nov. 24.
CreateHere has joined partners from across Tennessee and the globe to celebrate the first-ever Global Entrepreneurship Week, Nov. 17-23. The goal of the week is to inspire young people everywhere to embrace innovation, imagination and creativity. For more information on Global Entrepreneurship Week, visit unleashingideas.org.
The Chattanooga Lady Mocs basketball team will be in action twice this week when they host former conference rival ETSU on Monday at 7 p.m. and the two-time national champion UTK Lady Vols in the "Pack the House" Challenge game on Friday at 6:30 p.m. Gates open to the public at 6 p.m. on Monday and at 5 p.m. on Friday. The Chattanooga Mocs football team will host Samford on Saturday at 2 p.m. at Finley Stadium Davenport Field. This game is Hometown Heroes Day, which means that all emergency service personnel in uniform or with valid ID will receive a free ticket to the game. This game will also feature the "Take-a-Kid to the Game" promotion where each adult ticket purchase gets you a youth ticket FREE. Arrive early and enjoy the "Party in the Pavilion" inside the First Tennessee Pavilion where there will be big screen televisions, food, entertainment and more from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.GoMocs.com or call 266-MOCS.
On Thursday from 5-9 p.m. "Stroll the Historic Southside" with your friends and family while finishing all of your holiday shopping. There will be at least 25 locations participating in this event.
The CSO Opera will present Turandot this Friday at the Tivoli Theatre beginning at 8 p.m. Three riddles, an icy princess and the impending threat of death—what better way to begin the CSO's celebration of Puccini at 150 than with his grandest opera. Purchase tickets online at www.ChattanoogaSymphony.org, or by calling 267-8583.
Dickens' A Christmas Carol opens Friday at 8 p.m. and continues through Friday, Dec. 19, at the Chattanooga Theatre Centre. For tickets, call the box office at 267-8534 or visit www.TheatreCentre.com.
Relax and enjoy waves of fun by cruising over to the Tennessee Aquarium for "A Tropical Holiday Adventure" Nov. 21 through Jan. 4. This quick trip allows people to bask in balmy temperatures while enjoying crystal clear ocean views, Caribbean holiday music, cascading waterfalls and lush tropical forests. Throughout this journey guests will learn more about exotic island and underwater wildlife in a relaxed setting. You may also want to visit the IMAX Theater to see The Light Before Christmas or The Polar Express 3D. For more information, visit www.TNAqua.org.
Have your Holiday Picture made with Santa Claus in the magical Winter Wonderland at the Chattanooga Choo Choo beginning this Friday through Dec. 22. Times and Package Prices vary, so go to www.ChooChoo.com under Local Events for further information.
Did you know the word "philanthropy" means "love for humankind?" Beginning Saturday explore the meaning of philanthropy and see the various shapes it can take, both worldwide and in our own community, in the Creative Discovery Museum's newest exhibit "Helping Hands." Learn how easy it is to make a positive difference in someone's life, using your Time, your Talent, or your Treasure. Please visit www.CDMFun.org for more information.
The American Diabetes Association and the Sports Barn will host an indoor spinning Cycle-a-thon to raise funds for the ADA on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the downtown Chattanooga Sports Barn. Cyclists are invited to register to spin for 30 minutes and raise pledges towards a $10,000 fundraising goal. Registration forms can be picked up at any Sports Barn location. Call 865-524-7868 for more information.
This Sunday at the Chattanooga Market you'll find a fabulous showing of antique dealers from Chattanooga and the surrounding areas. If you're a collector, decorator, or just appreciate these old time finds, come to the Tennessee Pavilion to find your next piece. You can also take home locally grown produce and hand crafted art from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, please visit www.ChattanoogaMarket.com.
The Jukebox Junction Family Theater will have two holiday shows in one evening of family fun on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 13. Shows begin each night at 7:30 p.m. at the Chattanooga Choo Choo. The first hour features the 50's 60's Rock N Roll Christmas Revue, followed by an hour of laughter, music and Tennessee joy at Elwood Smooch's Choo Choo Cha Boogie Christmas Show. Please visit www.JukeboxJunctionTheater.com for more information.
The Holiday Starlight Parade, Chattanooga's largest holiday parade, will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. Chattanooga Downtown Partnership is currently seeking volunteers to participate in this event. Please call 265-0771 for more information.
Tickets are now on sale for Chattanooga Downtown Partnership's Breakfast with Santa, which will be held on Saturday, Nov. 29, at The Chattanoogan Hotel on Broad Street. There are two seatings available, the first from 8:30-9:45 a.m., and the second from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Guests will enjoy a breakfast buffet, chilly science fun from the Creative Discovery Museum Science Theatre and a delightful musical show by our famous singing Santa.Goody bags filled with toys, candy and special discount coupons from area attractions will be given to each child in attendance. Tickets for Breakfast with Santa may be purchased online at www.DowntownChattanooga.org, or by calling 265-0771. Reservations are required, and payment must be made at time of reservation. This event is sponsored by Chattem, BB&T and Eagle Digital.
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