Sports in ‘Nooga

Whether you are interested in playing sports yourself, or seeing professional matches, Chattanooga is a good place to be! Here's a look at a few places Chattanoogans (and visitors) can get out and play: Climbing gyms -- There are three climbing … [Continue reading]

Where To See Fireworks in Chattanooga in 2014

If your Independence Day celebration usually includes watching a professional fireworks display, here are a few places around Chattanooga you may want to go! On Thursday, July, 3, you can see fireworks at: Coolidge Park, as part of Pops on the … [Continue reading]

Celebrating Independence in ‘Nooga

How does your family celebrate on the 4th of July? Do you decorate, shoot bottle rockets, eat BBQ, or spend the day on the boat? This year you may want to add the symphony to your list. The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera will present Pops on the … [Continue reading]

Secrets 2 Staging – A Slight Twist on #LovingtheLocal

Each week, we like to feature an outstanding local business here on theNoogaLife. This week, instead of our usual format, we would like to share a guest post from business owner Theresa Maddox, owner of Secrets 2 Staging. Theresa helps … [Continue reading]

#LovingtheLocal with Area 61

Area 61 is part of the burgeoning arts scene on the Southside of Chattanooga. Originally, the gallery was going to feature works of art made from wood but it quickly evolved to include all sorts of beautiful, handcrafted art. From jewelry to painting … [Continue reading]

#LovingtheLocal with Southern Star Restaurant

If you like meatloaf, chicken and dumplings, pork chops, and other delectable southern food, you need to visit the Southern Star. With two locations -- one on the Southside, and one on Signal Mountain -- the Southern Star makes it easy for … [Continue reading]

Farmers Markets in ‘Nooga

In Chattanooga there are lots of options and ways to purchase fresh, locally grown food. Local food is better for several reasons: It’s fresher. A tomato grown in Chattanooga is going to be picked more recently than one grown in California and … [Continue reading]

#LovingtheLocal with Push Hard Lumber Company

Rudd and Becky Montgomery operate Push Hard Lumber Company from their home. The shop is just steps away from their beautiful, rustic cabin, and their lush flower gardens make the view outstanding. Push Hard is locally owned and operated, and uses … [Continue reading]

Swimming in the ‘Nooga

Now that school is done, 'Nooga parents are probably looking for things for kids to do. Watching movies and playing video games is good for a few days, but then you need something else. Luckily, Chattanooga is packed with parks, places to … [Continue reading]

#LovingtheLocal with Green Thumbs Galore

It's spring time and that has many 'Noogans out in their gardens, stalking the aisles at local nurseries, and generally enjoying the beauty and bounty of the great outdoors. This week our #lovingthelocal featured business can help you make … [Continue reading]

It’s Spring. Are You Cleaning?

This post was written by local freelance writer Dava Stewart. She's a better writer than she is housekeeper. I wish I could tell you that my house gets two thorough cleanings per year, once in the spring and once in the fall. The best I can do is … [Continue reading]

#LovingtheLocal with HooNew

This week’s #lovingthelocal business is HooNew, owned and operated by Evelyn Johnston. Evelyn’s booth is located in Redbriar Antiques in East Ridge, which has been open just over one week. She sells whimsical, funky, fun home decor and furnishings. … [Continue reading]