Shops on the North Shore will stay open late Thursday with a variety of special offers, food, fun and games to benefit a good cause.
Ten percent of all proceeds from sales and events between 5 and 8 p.m. go to the Northside Neighborhood House, an 86-year-old service organization that provides educational programs and assistance to people in need living north of the river.
“All of us in the NorthShore Merchants Collective are committed to preserving and promoting the unique nature and eclectic personality of our neighborhood,” said David Smotherman, NSMC president. “We want to share that personality in a fun way through Night Out on the North Shore and, at the same time, benefit the organization dedicated to serving people in this area.”
Parking is available throughout the district. Many businesses provide free patron parking in private lots. Hourly parking is available on the street, and there is no charge for the meters after 6 p.m. Parking is available in lots at Renaissance Park and Chattanooga Theatre Centre for $1 for two hours, $2 for four hours and $4 for all day (no charge at the CTC lot for patrons attending an event at the theater).
Some merchants will extend discounts and promotions through the weekend.
Night Out On The North Shore merchant specials
* Bill Shores Frames & Gallery, 307 Manufacturers Road. Earth Day celebration with American Indian artist/musician Daniel Bigay, 6-8 p.m. He will have shell-carved jewelry and flutes on display and will play songs from his newly released CD, “Red Man Thunder.” Refreshments will be served.
* Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St. Performance of “Enchanted April” at 7 p.m. on the MainStage, with real-time captioning for the deaf and hard of hearing.
* Epiphany Salon & Day Spa, 330 Frazier Ave., Suite 108. Grand opening of location on North Shore with food, live music and a tour of the salon beginning at 4 p.m. Enter for a chance to win a full spa day.
* Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry Co., 201-A Frazier Ave. Refreshments and merchandise specials.
* Frankie & Julian’s, 330 Frazier Ave. Mini spring fashion show and refreshments. Enter to win a $100 gift certificate.
* Hanover Gallery, 111 Frazier Ave. “Favorites” art show, celebrating gallery’s first birthday on Frazier and third year in business. Register to win a Wet Canvas palette knife painting party for six adults valued at $210.
* Knitting Mill Antiques, 205 Manufacturers Road. Special sales, wine and other refreshments. Register for a chance to win a $250 shopping spree.
* My Color Image Boutique & Gallery, 330 Frazier Ave. Jewelry-making demonstrations by six local artists. Drawings for a free jewelry-making class and a free art drawing class, product discounts and hors d’oeuvres.
* n2 shoes, 113 Frazier Ave. First anniversary celebration includes light refreshments and gifts with purchase. Register to win a free pair of shoes and $200 gift certificate.
* North Shore Yoga, 313 Manufacturers Road. Ten percent discounts on retail purchases.
* River City Apparel Outlet, 36 Frazier Ave. Twenty percent discount on Rainbow sandals.
* Smart Furniture Studio, 313 Manufacturers Road. Ten percent discount on accessories; wine and hors d’oeuvres served. Enter to win an Adirondack chair by Loll Designs valued at $500.
* Sophie’s, 401 N. Market St. Ten percent discount on purchase and hourly giveaways of gift valued at $75. Register to win a $250 shopping spree.
* Taco Mamacita, 109 N. Market St. Half-price guacamole and $3 Coronas.
* Tangerina’s, 157 River St. Tours of the folk artists’ workshop; refreshments served; drawing at the end of each hour for a free pair of ear bobs.
* The Terrace at Frazier, 345 Frazier Ave. Open house to see Chattanooga skyline from the penthouse. Register to win two Riverbend pins.
* Winder Binder Gallery & Bookstore, 40 Frazier Ave. Spin a prize wheel for discounts up to 50 percent and prizes such as signed books, art and a $100 gift certificate.