In conjunction with the Chattanooga Choo-Choo's year-long centennial celebration, WTCI-TV and the Chattanooga Choo-Choo are hosting a free preview screening of "Tracing the Tracks," a WTCI-produced documentary, on Tuesday, June 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Choo-Choo's Centennial Theatre.
"Tracing the Tracks" explores the history of the Chattanooga Choo-Choo and the history of the rail system in eastern and southern regions. The use of the song, "Chattanooga Choo-Choo," made famous by the Glenn Miller Orchestra in 1941, is a unifying theme of the documentary.
The documentary will premiere on WTCI on Wednesday, July 15, at 9 p.m.
Chair Affair seeking artists
On Point is looking for artists to donate painted or decorated chairs to its fourth annual Chair Affair art auction on Nov. 7 at Loose Cannon Studio. All proceeds will benefit On Point's youth outreach and leadership development programs serving students in 62 area schools.
There are no restrictions to what type of chair is used, and artists are free to paint or decorate their chair using the medium of their choice. Donated chairs will be displayed in store windows throughout Chattanooga during the month of October.
To submit a chair or piece of art, send your name and contact information to kathryn@liveonpoint.org by June 30.
All finished chairs must be delivered to the On Point office, 4509 Hixson Pike, by Sept. 23.
For more information, call Kathryn DeNovo at 423-899-9188.
Potluck dinner at Crabtree Farms
Crabtree Farms is opening its gates to the public for a potluck dinner and tour of the farm on Tuesday from 5:30 to 8 p.m. as part of the Main Street Farmers Market's "New Food Economy Week." Crabtree Farms is located near downtown at 1000 East 30th St.
The tour is free for all. Anyone choosing not to bring a dish for the potluck dinner, but who still plans to eat, will be charged $8.
For more information about New Food Economy Week, log onto www.mainstfarmersmarket.com.
Blood Assurance giving away Harley
Blood Assurance, Comcast and KZ106 are partnering to give one winner a 2009 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster Low motorcycle. Visitors to any area Blood Assurance or blood drive may register for the bike through July 10.
The winner will be drawn at the Thunder Creek Harley Davidson Sundown concert on July 10.
Blood donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health.
All donors will receive a complimentary snack and special edition Harley Davidson T-shirt.
For a complete list of contest rules or to find a location near you, log onto www.bloodassurance.org or call 800-962-0628.
Hospice adolescent retreat June 27
The Bereavement Department of Hospice of Chattanooga will hold its adolescent grief retreat on Saturday, June 27, at The Chattanooga Nature Center, 400 Garden Road. The free retreat is sponsored by the Hospice of Chattanooga Foundation.
The one-day retreat, for ages 12-18 who have suffered a recent loss, helps teens with the healing process through music enrichment, arts and crafts and journaling.
To register, call 892-4289. ext. 422.
Dream Home tickets available
Supporters of St. Jude Children's Hospital have one week left to buy a ticket for the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway. The winner and runners-up will be drawn live on WRCB Sunday, June 28, at 11 a.m.
The $310,000 home built by Pratt and Associates is in the Frontgate community of Ooltewah. In addition to the home, 14 other prizes will also be awarded. These include a $1,000 Best Buy gift card, a $1,000 Target gift card courtesy of Jody Millard Pest Control, a $1,000 gift certificate to Lisa's Gold and Diamonds, a $1,000 Lowe's gift card, a $1,000 gift card to Holcomb Garden Center and more.
Tickets are $100 and only 7,500 will be sold.
Tickets may be reserved by visiting any Chattanooga area Trust Federal Credit Union or Lowe's or by calling 800-750-6962.
Swim team's fundraiser June 27
Red Bank Gators swim team will hold an auction on June 27 at 5:30 p.m. in the Red Bank community pavilion adjacent to the Red Bank pool.
Purchase gift certificates to Dollywood, Stone Mountain, Chattanooga Ducks, Southern Bell, Ruby Falls, Comedy Catch, CSO. Or, buy your child a birthday party from Tennessee Academy of Gymnastics, Astro Jump, or Partyville.
There are also certificates for sports physicals, restaurants, health and beauty and spa services.
There is no admission and the auction is open to the public.
Zoo chimp's party scheduled today
Hank the Chimpanzee, resident of the Chattanooga Zoo, is celebrating his 41st birthday today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Warner Park.
Join the zoo staff as they celebrate with games, crafts and free birthday cake (while supplies last).
For more information, call 697-1319.
Litespeed bicycle demo rides Tuesday
Litespeed Bicycles and River City Bicycles will bring a fleet of demo bikes to the weekly Chattanooga Bicycle Club's Red Bank ride Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m.
The fleet will be set up in the former Bi-Lo parking lot in Red Bank off Dayton Boulevard, weather-permitting. Cyclists should bring helmets and shoes along with a driver's license for collateral.
The bike fleet will also be available at meetings on July 28 and Aug. 25.
Quilt show in Crossville
The Mountain Memories Quilt Show will be held at the Community Complex Fairgrounds in Crossville, Tenn., today from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CST in conjunction with Crossville's Depot Days and the Antique Tractor Show.
The show is sponsored by the Cumberland County Piecemakers Quilt Guild. It features about 200 quilts of all sizes including bed quilts, wall hangings, wearables and home décor. There will be demonstrations each day. Marsha Radtke of Crossville will sign her book, "A Baltimore Album."
Humorist Queen speaks at Southern
Humorist Sandy Queen will speak about the importance of joy in life and the benefits of a forgiving outlook on Monday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Ms. Queen's presentations will be held at Southern Adventist University's Hulsey Wellness Center. Admission is $10.
For more information, contact the Wellness Institute at 236-2594.
Senior Olympians' fundraiser today
Chattanooga Chargers, a Senior Olympics women's softball team, will hold a rummage sale today from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to raise money for their trip to compete in the National Senior Olympic Games in San Francisco this summer.
The sale will be held in the parking lot across from Arby's on Highway 58.
For more information, call Louise Lujan, 298-2235.
Soddy-Daisy family day June 27
The Soddy -Daisy High School Band will host Clear Creek Family Day on Saturday, June 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Clear Creek Church of Christ on Hixson Pike.
The event is a fundraiser for the band's trip to the 2010 Tournament of Roses Parade.
The day of old-fashioned fun will include wet and dry inflatables, children's games, balloons and concessions.
Admission is free, but $5 armbands will be sold to play in the inflatables all day.
There will be a nominal charge for other activities.
Smoking cessation class Wednesday
"Freedom from Smoking," an eight-week smoking cessation course begins Wednesday in Memorial Hospital's Center for Cancer Support, Suite 307.
The free course meets from noon to 1:30 p.m.
Participants learn to think positively and avoid traps of falling back into the smoking habit.
Small-group discussion and interaction with others who have quit smoking are part of the program.
To register or for more information, call 495-7778.
Butterfly count scheduled today
The Cumberland Trail State Park is sponsoring a North American Butterfly Association-sanctioned butterfly count in the North Chickamauga Creek Gorge today at 11 a.m.
Volunteers should meet at the main North Chickamauga Creek parking area, 354 Montlake Road in Soddy-Daisy.
Volunteers of all ages are needed to count butterflies sighted within the selected count area.
No experience is necessary.
For more information, call the ranger office of the Cumberland Trail State Park at 332-7394.
