Hi, folks. Here is the latest Calendar from the Downtown Partnership. I 
know many of you receive duplicate information, but repetition promotes 
memory, which is the second step to learning. I think the first is opening 
up to the message.

Hope you all have a wonderful holiday. Don't forget the backyard games to 
offset some of the munching and slurping.

Kim

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>Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2003 08:27:50 -0500
>Subject: Downtown Calendar
>From: Sandra Rose <[log in to unmask]>
>To: Downtown 10/13/03 <[log in to unmask]>
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>Chattanooga Downtown Partnership
>Calendar 11/24-12/01
>
>Enjoy Winter in Chattanooga with the following downtown events happening 
>through Monday, December 1st.
>
>Before chowing down on turkey, dressing and pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving, 
>Thursday, November 27th, many Chattanooga residents will be taking a 
>stroll for a good cause.  This year, more than 2,000 people are expected 
>at the 3-mile/5K Grateful Gobbler Walk for the Homeless in downtown 
>Chattanooga, benefiting more than 20 local charities that help the 
>homeless.  The race will offer a t-shirt souvenir for all participants. 
>People may register from 8 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday at 201 
>Forest Avenue in North Chattanooga or online at www.homelesscoalition.org. 
>Registration on the day of the event will begin at 7 AM, and the walk will 
>start at 8:30 AM.  Registration is $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 
>& under.  For more information call 267-2320.
>
>The River Gallery in the Bluff View Art District will be holding their 
>"Working Artist Open House" with several artists on Friday, November 28, 
>from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  Artists in the event include John Kuenneth and 
>Jessica Weiss bringing their unique jewelry; Michael Thiele demonstrating 
>his hand-crafted drums and drum table made from exotic wood; and sculptor 
>Jim Collins who will sign copies of his book - a pictorial compilation of 
>his work over the last forty years.  To learn more about this all day 
>event, contact the gallery at 265-5033 ext. 5.
>
>The spirit of the holidays will shine throughout the city as the 
>Chattanooga Downtown Partnership kicks off its Winter Days & Lights series 
>with Christmas on the River and Grande Illumination on Friday, November 
>28th. This free family event, sponsored by EPB, will take place beginning at
>7:00 PM in Coolidge Park, where crowds will witness the 23rd annual 
>Christmas on the River Lighted Boat Parade while enjoying the sounds of 
>rock group Big Deal on the riverbank stage. A live Nativity scene will be 
>in presented by Soddy Daisy First Baptist Church. Following the boat 
>parade at 8:00 PM, the Grande Illumination will commence with lively song 
>and dance performances by the Lindsay Fussell Dancers and Choo Choo Kids 
>as they present a rock Œn¹ roll Christmas party. Everyone¹s attention will 
>then turn towards the sky as Santa joins in on the celebration by 
>skydiving into Coolidge Park (weather permitting) and taking the stage to 
>dazzle the audience with a dramatic light show and illuminate 130 downtown 
>buildings. Santa will also lead the audience in a special community 
>candlelight ceremony. The celebration candles may be purchased on-site 
>throughout the show for $3. A glittering fireworks finale including 
>pyrotechnic waterfalls over the Tennessee River will bring the evening to 
>a colorful conclusion at 8:45 PM. Christmas on the River & Grande 
>Illumination will be followed by the Holiday Starlight Parade on Saturday, 
>December 6; and Appalachian Christmas on Friday, December 12. For more 
>information on Winter Days and Lights, call 265-0771 or visit 
>www.downtownchattanooga.org.
>
>The Creative Discovery Museum  begins their "Cool Wonders"  Weekend Film 
>Festival on Friday, November 28, which will run until January 4, 2004. 
>This series for children will feature three animated and two live action 
>films for children ­ "The First Snow of Winter," "Why Rabbit Turns White," 
>"The Legend of Spirit Bear," "Tracks in the Snow" and "How to Build an 
>Igloo."  All these movies are family friendly and are rated "G" for all 
>audiences.  The movies are free of charge with regular paid admission to 
>the Museum.  For more show time and movie info call the Discovery Museum 
>at 756-2738.
>
>Join the Tennessee Aquarium for "Big Night on the River" on Friday, 
>November 28.  Please call 265-0695 for more information.
>
>The Southern Belle Christmas Carol Dinner Cruises are being held on 
>Friday, November 28, on the Southern Belle.  For more information on this 
>event call 266-4488
>
>The Tivoli Theatre welcomes the CSO Pops performance: Home for the 
>Holidays on Saturday, November 29, at 8 PM.  Join the CSO and CSO Chorus 
>for this festive family celebration, featuring your favorite Yuletide 
>carols and other seasonal classics. All seats are reserved.  For ticket 
>information call the CSO at (423) 267-8583.
>
>The NCAA Division I-AA Football Championship game is coming to 
>Chattanooga.  The game will be held on Friday, December 19, at Finley 
>Stadium at 7 PM. There will be tons of events the day of the game for the 
>whole family.  Prior to the game will be a special Holiday Market, Chili 
>Bowl VII, Coca-Cola Spirit of Champions interactive games, live music, 
>food, fun and more from 12 PM all the way up to kickoff. Remember to get 
>to your local Bi-Lo before Saturday, November 29, to receive a half-price 
>ticket ($10).  After that, tickets will be full price and can be purchased 
>at the McKenzie Arena box-office or by calling 423-266-6627.  Chattanooga 
>needs you there to keep this game in our city in the future!
>
>The Gifts of the Magi opens at the Chattanooga Theatre Centre on Saturday, 
>November 29, and will run through December 20. The opening of The Gifts of 
>the Magi will feature a beautifully decorated Mainstage lobby courtesy of 
>flowers by Gil & Curt. Showtimes for The Gifts are Thursdays at 7 PM, 
>Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM, and Sundays at 2:30 PM.  Call 267-8534 for 
>tickets.
>
>Catch Sundays on the Southside with the Chattanooga Market in Cricket 
>Pavilion from noon till 5 PM on Sunday, November 30. This market will 
>feature the First Annual Southside Showdown with four of downtown¹s best 
>chefs, John Palacio of the Read House, Erick Wood of Cibo, Efren Ormaza of 
>Terra Nostra and Jack Martin of Erlanger go head to head in a seafood only 
>competition. Bailey Jester will share the stage with the Showdown from 
>12:30 to 4:00 with an eclectic mix of musical styles ranging from 
>bluegrass to pop music. Also on hand will be the Subaru Art Lab featuring 
>Mini Christmas Tree Design with Beka Harrison and Tryan Sikkema from 12:30 
>to 4:00. As always farmers and artists will be at the Market all day 
>selling direct to the public, and there will be a climbing wall in place 
>for the expert rock climber to strut their stuff or the novice to learn 
>about this grueling sport. For more information on the market call 265-9270.
>
>The Kiwanis travelogue will be at Memorial Auditorium as they visit 
>Amazing Thailand with filmmaker Mike Shiley on Monday, December 1, at 7:30 
>PM.  Admission is $7 at the door, or call the Kiwanis office for 
>information on travel series packages at (423) 267-6569.
>

Kim Edward Renz
Patten Performances, Department 6756
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Fine Arts Center, 752 Vine Street
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37403-2598
Office: 423-425-4379 Facsimile: 423-425-5249
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