LEISURE
BARBECUE, BLUES AND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL – North Georgia Fairgrounds, 500 Legion Drive, Dalton, Ga. New event includes barbecue cook-off, arts and crafts, entertainment, custom motorcycle show, cornhole tournament. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 26-27. 706-913-6892.
BATTLEFIELD BICYCLE TOURS – Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, Fort Oglethorpe, Ga. Free, 2.5-hour bicycle tour through battlefield led by Outdoor Chattanooga with rangers providing history of park. Ride is 4 miles on moderately hilly terrain; appropriate for ages 8 and older, children must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone must wear a helmet. 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 19. 423-752-5213.
BEACH DRINKS: SAYING GOODBYE TO SUMMER – Chattanooga WorkSpace, 302 W. Sixth St. Learn how to make rum punch, lazy man’s paloma with a twist, and hooch. Beach-themed snacks will be served. $18 per person. 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21. 423-413-8978.
BEGINNER’S ASTROLOGY – Chattanooga Workspace, 302 W. Sixth St. Learn basic terminology, symbols, signs of the zodiac, the planets, elements and how astrology can impact your daily life; $15 per person. 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22. 423-413-8978.