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Presented by award-winning Georgia author Donna Coffey Little, “Wofford’s Blood: The Odyssey of a Cherokee Family” tell the true story behind her new book, which focuses on the life of James Daugherty Wofford- a mixed-race Cherokee boy who is caught up in the mounting tensions between Cherokee and Anglo-American worlds in early nineteenth century north Georgia. Wofford must come to grip with where his loyalties lie and the challenges of growing up in a society where racial slavery and its cultural consequence have increasingly becoming an establish part of everyday life.

Dr. Donna Coffey Little is a Professor of English at Reinhardt University and founded Reinhardt’s Etowah Valley Low-Residency MFA in Creative Writing. Her historical novel Wofford's Blood was published by Mercer University Press in 2024. It was named Book of the Year by the Southern Literary Review and Best Historical Novel of 2024 by the national Independent Press Association. Her other publications include the poetry chapbook Fire Street as well as creative nonfiction essays, poems and scholarly articles in StorySouth, Tiferet, Georgia Backroads, Calyx, The Atlanta Review, The Florida Review, Women’s Studies, Modern Fiction Studies, and Contemporary Women’s Writing.

This event is free and open to the public

50s & 60s Musical Experience in Ringgold, GA

August 13-17 | LIVE at The Colonnade Theatre
3pm & 7:30pm Shows

Tickets at NorthGeorgiaJukebox.com or 706-489-6650

Step back in time and crank up the nostalgia with North Georgia Jukebox Revue — a high-energy musical rewind through the unforgettable sounds of the 1950s and 60s! This toe-tappin’, heart-thumpin’ stage show celebrates the golden era of rock ’n’ roll, doo-wop, Motown, and more, brought to life by a dynamic cast of singers and dancers.

WaterWays announcing the start of our summer water quality testing initiative, including results from this week’s first round of testing. Over the next eight weeks, WaterWays will monitor local waterways and share timely updates to help keep the community informed about current water conditions, potential concerns, and the importance of protecting our shared water resources. We would appreciate your help sharing this information with the public and highlighting the ongoing work being done to support clean, safe, and healthy waterways across our region.
Thank you for your time and consideration.

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50s & 60s Musical Experience in Ringgold, GA

August 13-17 | LIVE at The Colonnade Theatre
3pm & 7:30pm Shows

Tickets at NorthGeorgiaJukebox.com or 706-489-6650

Step back in time and crank up the nostalgia with North Georgia Jukebox Revue — a high-energy musical rewind through the unforgettable sounds of the 1950s and 60s! This toe-tappin’, heart-thumpin’ stage show celebrates the golden era of rock ’n’ roll, doo-wop, Motown, and more, brought to life by a dynamic cast of singers and dancers.

Chattanooga Roller Derby is making league history by hosting the first official Nooga Knockdown Tournament at Camp Jordan Arena August 15th - 16th.

Doors open bright and early Saturday morning at 8AM for a nine-game rotation, beginning with the Chattanooga All-Stars’ first 2026 home appearance against Minnesota Nice and culminating on Sunday with a matchup between our sister league, Rome Roller Derby, and the Greenville All-Star Special.

Teams fare from as far east as Greenville, South Carolina and as far west as Conroe, Texas and St. Paul, Minnesota. Saturday afternoon will begin with a Junior Roller Derby bout between our own Ruby Regulators and the Vette City Juniors from Bowling Green, KY.

We’re honored to have the Chattanooga Zoo as our charitable partner, partnering with us to further its mission of educating and inspiring our community to conserve wildlife. Bring the kids to see their Pop-Up Zoo from 3PM - 7PM on Saturday. A portion of proceeds from the tournament will go to benefit the Chattanooga Zoo.

Tickets available now at: square.link/u/WVUkmcmL.

Day Of and Weekend tickets will also be available at the door.

Bring the whole family and enjoy a full weekend of derby thrills, local craft and art vendors, CRD special tournament merch, and adult beverages and concessions from Camp Jordan Arena!

The first annual Nooga Knockdown Tournament hosted by Chattanooga Roller Derby! This roller derby tournament will be bringing teams from around the South East (and Minnesota!) and will feature our All Star team who played in Regional Championships earlier this year, along with our Junior Team, the Rubie Regulators. And for those interested in joining this fast paced, hard hitting sport, we will be offering a new skater in-take following the Tournament.

Named one of Holler's "10 Country Artists You Need to Know" and nominated for Chattanooga's Best of the Best Local Band, Bella Lam brings an electrifying live set anchored by her latest single, "Bootfirst," a high-energy anthem that showcases her signature mix of heartfelt storytelling and modern country edge.

50s & 60s Musical Experience in Ringgold, GA

August 13-17 | LIVE at The Colonnade Theatre
3pm & 7:30pm Shows

Tickets at NorthGeorgiaJukebox.com or 706-489-6650

Step back in time and crank up the nostalgia with North Georgia Jukebox Revue — a high-energy musical rewind through the unforgettable sounds of the 1950s and 60s! This toe-tappin’, heart-thumpin’ stage show celebrates the golden era of rock ’n’ roll, doo-wop, Motown, and more, brought to life by a dynamic cast of singers and dancers.

50s & 60s Musical Experience in Ringgold, GA

August 13-17 | LIVE at The Colonnade Theatre
3pm & 7:30pm Shows

Tickets at NorthGeorgiaJukebox.com or 706-489-6650

Step back in time and crank up the nostalgia with North Georgia Jukebox Revue — a high-energy musical rewind through the unforgettable sounds of the 1950s and 60s! This toe-tappin’, heart-thumpin’ stage show celebrates the golden era of rock ’n’ roll, doo-wop, Motown, and more, brought to life by a dynamic cast of singers and dancers.

A monthly sea shanty singing session at the TailGate Brewery in downtown Chattanooga at 1464 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37408, on the second deck (floor)! Generally the third Monday of the month from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM. Great food and grog (drinks) available. All ages welcome.

Free and open to the public. No talent necessary and songbooks are provided with all the best sea and river shanteys and songs, even some Irish ones to boot!