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Blues and funk band Travers Brothership headlines Riverfront Nights

by Susan Pierce ·July 30, 2019

Twin brothers Eric and Kyle Travers, 26, have been writing songs and playing in a band for half their lives.

The Travers Brothership is touring in support of its current album, "Let the World Decide." / David Simchock photo

New children’s festival launching Aug. 3 in Cleveland

by Susan Pierce ·July 30, 2019

A new children's festival will make its debut in Cleveland, Tennessee, on Saturday, Aug. 3 - and it's free.

Inflatable castles are temporary inflatable structures and buildings and similar items that are rented for functions, school and church festivals and village fetes and used for recreational purposes, particularly for children. The growth in popularity of moonwalks has led to an inflatable rental industry which includes inflatable slides, obstacle courses, games, and more. Inflatables are ideal for portable amusements because they are easy to transport and store. festival tile kids tile / Getty Images

Restaurant Review: No fooling, Fulin’s is worth a visit

by Susan Pierce ·July 30, 2019

I am not adventurous in trying restaurants serving multicultural cuisine; in fact, Taco Bell is about as ethnic as I get.

Teriyaki Chicken at Fulin's Asian Cuisine is plated with an orchid garnish. Fried rice with shrimp, back right, incorporates about a dozen shrimp.

Out & About Calendar – July 31 – Aug. 7

by Susan Pierce ·July 30, 2019

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Miss Tennessee 2019 Brianna Mason will be at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, 200 E. M.L. King Blvd., today, Aug. 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. to greet visitors and sign autographs. The free reception is being held in her honor as the first black woman to be named Miss Tennessee. For more information: 423-266-8658.

Ocoee River Jam 7: Music festival moves to new location

by Susan Pierce ·July 23, 2019

For six years, Ocoee River Jam has been held on Snyder Farm in Ocoee, Tennessee, drawing local, regional and nationally known acts into Polk County for a weekend of good vibes and great music.

Monteagle’s Summerfest: Crafts, hikes and a Swiss colony anniversary

by Susan Pierce ·July 23, 2019

Three Monteagle events combined for the first time into one weekend

Mountain Market Arts & Crafts is held in Hannah Pickett Park on Monteagle Mountain.

Out & About Calendar – July 24-31

by Susan Pierce ·July 23, 2019

First Things First wraps up free summer movies in Coolidge Park with 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse'

First Things First wraps up its free summer movies under the stars with "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" on Saturday, July 27. The movie will start about 9 p.m. in Coolidge Park, 200 River St. "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" introduces Brooklyn teen Miles Morales and the limitless possibilities of the Spider-Verse, where more than one person can wear the mask. Come early with a picnic dinner or buy concessions on-site. Bring a blanket or folding chair for seating. For more information: firstthings.org. / Facebook.com/Sony Pictures

Summer Reads: Books your neighbors suggest

by Susan Pierce ·July 19, 2019

Literature your neighbors suggest

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Out & About Calendar – July 17-24

by Susan Pierce ·July 16, 2019

'How to Train Your Dragon 3' will be at Coolidge Park on Saturday; Top Tomato Bloody Mary contest is Sunday at Chattanooga Market

"How to Train Your Dragon 3" is next up in First Things First's series of free outdoor movies in Coolidge Park, 200 River St. Families are encouraged to come early with a picnic dinner, then set up their folding chairs to enjoy the movie at 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 20. For more information: firstthings.org. / Facebook.com/DreamWorks image

Here comes The Pink Bride wedding expo to Chattanooga

by Susan Pierce ·July 9, 2019

How many times have you gone to an expo and been stopped by vendors asking you to fill out an information form - whether you were interested in their services or not?