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Community Yard Sale is This Saturday

10/30/2017

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PictureTilly and Miller Mae Bostrom selling their apple butter and T-shirts at Fairyland Finds. The next community yard sale is November 4 from 9 a.m.-noon at Lookout Mountain, Ga., City Hall.
by Gwin Tugman
Fairyland Finds, the clever name of Lookout Mountain’s monthly community yard sale, is this Saturday, November 4, beginning at 8 a.m. in front of Lookout Mountain, Ga., City Hall. Anyone is welcome to set up and sell their wares.

This monthly event started last month with some great sellers and great bargains. Wendy Taliaferro, who instigated this wonderful event, came up with the idea when folks were talking about what a great thing it would be. Wendy promoted Fairyland Finds on social media, as did her good friend Deanna Willingham, who spearheaded the publicity. These energetic gals got the word out to the mountain community that folks could gather at the Lookout Mountain, Ga., City Hall and sell whatever they could until noon.

There have actually been two of these events, which were held on back-to-back Saturdays, and about a dozen sellers made a good profit. All sorts of items were for sale at very low prices, some of them still with the original price tags attached! Children’s clothes, household items and furniture lined the lawn, and a few entrepreneurs also sold food items. Kathryn Briggs sold cookies, cinnamon rolls and other delicious treats. Adison Stuckey and Tori Ball sold homemade lemonade, and Tilly and Miller Mae Bostrom sold Tilly Mae’s apple butter and T-shirts.

Exhibiting my wares on both Saturdays, I made a total of $200. I sold some stuff that was taking up space. Wendy called it a win-win. She cleaned out a few closets, made a little money and met at least three new friends which she probably would not have known otherwise. I agree with her wholeheartedly. I met people I didn’t know and caught up with people I hadn’t seen in a while. The hardest part of Fairyland Finds for me was staying at my booth and not going around to the others to buy more than I sold!

Beside the facts that we cleared out some clutter and made some money, it was just so wonderful to see our community coming together to have fun and to show what a great place Lookout Mountain is! I hope to see you November 4, either with your things to sell or with your money to buy. Or both! It really is a great day full of laughter and camaraderie.

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Explore Life on Lookout, 1857-1920

10/25/2017

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PictureExplore Lookout history during a 4-mile ranger-led hike starting at Cravens House at 9 a.m. on Saturday, November 4.
On Saturday, November 4, at 9 a.m., Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will conduct a 4-mile, ranger-guided, hike on Lookout Mountain beginning and ending at the historic Cravens House.
 
Each year, thousands of people escape the bustling city of Chattanooga to hike through the quiet forests of Lookout Mountain Battlefield. However, these quiet woods were once bustling with human activity, and upon close inspection, modern hikers can still find traces of our past along the trails. Explore the history of Lookout Mountain on this ranger-guided hike along the Hardy, Mountain Beautiful, Bluff and Cravens House Trails.
 
This 4-mile hike will cover nearly 600 feet of elevation change over rocky and uneven terrain. Participants should dress appropriately for the weather, wear supportive footwear, bring water and are encouraged to bring a day pack and light trail snacks.
 
For more information about programs at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, contact the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center at (706) 866-9241, the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center at (423) 821-7786, or visit park website.  

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Covenant Holding Community Day

10/9/2017

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PictureThere will be inflatables, cotton candy and sporting events during Covenant's Community Day on October 14.
Come cheer for the Scots at Covenant' College's Community Day this weekend! On Saturday, October 14, the Covenant College Scots men’s soccer team will be playing Brevard College at 4:30 p.m., and the women’s volleyball team will be playingtwice on Saturday. The intramural field (next to the soccer field) will have multiple inflatables for children to climb and bounce on, as well as complimentary snow cones and cotton candy from 4-7:30 p.m.

Covenant’s volleyball team is currently undefeated in conference play and the team faces two fierce conference foes on Saturday. At noon, the Lady Scotts face No. 2 in the conference; and at 4 p.m, they'll play No. 5 LaGrange. LaGrange managed to squeeze out a victory over the Scots in last year’s playoffs. It will be a big day for the Lady Scots.

So, bring the whole family down to root for the Scots. There will be plenty of parking at the Scotland Yard lot (soccer field) and the Ashe Gym parking lot. The whole community is invited! It promises to be a fun-filled event for everyone.

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Art Crawl Planned for Oct. 14 and 15 in St. Elmo

10/9/2017

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PictureThe Incline Art Crawl is in St. Elmo from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. on October 14 & 15.
Elizabeth Miller has always been a mover and a shaker, and she doesn’t let much get in her way. She’s as funky as she is big-hearted, and her vision, as well as her commitment to it, is large. She grew up on Lookout Mountain, the daughter of Sandra Miller and Neil Miller. Her vocations have run the gamut, from lead singer in a Rock band in NOLA to radio talk show host to antiques dealer, and you may have caught a glimpse of her decked out in fancy vintage attire and oversized cat eye sunglasses, waving royally in elbow-length gloves from the hood of her late father’s Mercedes during a parade.

St. Elmo couldn’t ask for a more creative and energetic and committed ambassador. Elizabeth is spearheading the first Incline Art Crawl on October 14-15. The first bi-annual crawl will “pop-up” around the horseshoe-shaped streets surrounding the lower Incline station at West 40th Street and Old Mountain Road. This unique location was chosen for its visibility near a highly-visited tourist attraction, and is the perfect setting for a fall art exhibit where locals and tourists can linger and circulate throughout the neighborhood’s pedestrian-friendly business district.

Much more than a collection of eclectic and impressive art, clothing and creations, Elizabeth says the Incline Art Crawl will benefit the community by integrating all that speaks to the soul of diverse Appalachian urban culture, both to its history and its dynamic presence. “Residents appreciate affordable modern living in a 19th century village, its architectural gems, and its diverse mix of neighbors, sometimes knowing their neighbors for multi generations. All of that is rapidly facing extinction, and a festive block party will draw the older folk out to mingle and celebrate with the cultural creatives, the kids and everyone in between,” she says.  

The Incline itself is part of the cultural richness. The iconic and oft-photographed mass transit railway is the gateway to our world of visitors, and a large outdoor art show during the fall foliage will be a lovely spectacle. Rather than a kudzu-covered run-down looking neighborhood, tourists on-board will see a cultural celebration of locals in the center of an attractive business district.

The juried show of work by both emerging and established artists includes sculpture, fiber, Appalachian crafts, vintage clothing and all manner of furniture, and promises to make for a fabulous weekend. Free parking is available during the show at the Food City parking lot across the street; folks can use the stairway behind Mojo Burrito and cross St. Elmo Avenue at the flashing crosswalk.

The art show and sale goes on from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, October 14 and 15. Pop by and check out this pop-up packed with great art, fashion and community!


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Local Artists Featured at Art's Meow Fundraiser

10/9/2017

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PictureDarlene is a cat that The Alice Fund helped. You can purchase cat-themed art made by local artists at Art's Meow at Coolidge Park Pavilion from 12-4 p.m. on Sunday, October 15.
Not so long ago, the fundraising plan for The Alice Fund, a local nonprofit that assists cat owners in financial need, consisted of donation jars placed next to cash registers. Contributions made by grateful recipients and supporters of the nonprofit’s generosity added to the mix.

Today, as the need for Alice Fund services grows, members are hoping the passions of cat-loving and art-loving area residents will unite to widen the organization’s fundraising capacity.

In case you didn’t know, October is National Feral Cat Day, and on Sunday, October 15, The Alice Fund will host its fourth annual Art’s Meow, a showcase of feline-themed artwork created and contributed by area artists. All pieces are original, in a variety of styles and mediums and all are available for purchase. The sale will be presented in the Coolidge Park Walker Pavilion, from noon-4 p.m. More than 75 artists and art galleries have been asked to contribute pieces.

Local artists offering pieces include Sandra Babb, Maddin Corey, Marty Littauer, Lisa Bohnwagner, Olga de Klein and Dana Shavin. Area studios contributing pieces include the Hart Gallery, Arts Build and Uptown Art. A portion of each sale will be donated to The Alice Fund to help cats and owners in need – cats like Darlene, as she eventually came to be named.

Darlene was a kitten when a driver swerved to miss hitting her as she wandered aimlessly by the roadside. A good Samaritan stopped to investigate and discovered that the kitten’s eyes were matted shut; she couldn’t see.

The rescuer rushed the stray to The Cat Clinic, where veterinarian and Alice Fund Founding Advisor Marcia Toumayan determined that Darlene’s eyes had been so badly damaged that they had to be removed. Darlene’s prognosis was good. Though blind, Darlene recovered completely and was adopted by a family. As with most extensive medical care, there was still the issue of the cost of surgery, medications, rehabilitation and more, however.

That’s where The Alice Fund comes in. It helped pay for Darlene, and other cats like her, whose owners can’t pay for medical treatment. Several area veterinarians have partnered with Dr. Toumayan and the Cat Clinic to provide reduced-cost care, with The Alice Fund and owners paying the balance.

Financial assistance is not the only contribution the organization makes. Its Facebook page serves as a spot to post information regarding lost cats and cats in need of new homes. Last month someone going into assisted living posted a plea for a new home for her 3-year-old spayed and declawed cat. Imagine the relief when a new home for this precious companion was found through The Alice Fund. In addition, the Alice Fund’s Facebook page posted ways to help with the Chattanooga Humane Educational Society’s Animal Disaster Relief efforts in Houston after Hurricane Harvey. And there are always adorable posts highlighting adorable cats and kittens that are available for adoption.

Started in 2008 and named in honor of a feral cat named Alice, The Alice Fund mission is to provide medical care to cats whose owners and caregivers would otherwise lack the resources to access medical services for the cats under their care.
For more info, visit The Alice Fund website.


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Plan Your Native Garden at Weekend Plant Sale

10/4/2017

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A selection of native plants at Temple Park
PictureA butterfly on a globe amaranth flower at the Alice Stout Memorial Garden.
Imagine your garden overflowing with beautiful songbirds, colorful butterflies, hummingbirds and other small wildlife. Once you meet the simple criteria, you can even certify your yard through the National Wildlife Federation.

Mr. Daniel Talley, and his wife, Nancy, own Botanica Chattanooga prescribe to the philosophy that gardening with nature harmonizes the local ecology with your preferred design tradition, which is not as to say to let your yard run wild with whatever naturally does the best. Think about landscaping as being beyond ornamental. Use plants that encourage local insects and wildlife rather than ones that look pretty but poorly serve the little locals. Furthermore, good planning and planting with natural varieties will reduce the use of pesticides and chemicals. Over time, you will be able to do away with chemicals entirely, allowing your healthy, native landscaping to thrive organically.
 
Daniel’s list of the top short meadow species that would do well on Lookout Mountain includes poverty oatgrass (Danthonia spicata), needlegrass (Piptochaetium avenaceum), Pennsylvania sedge (Carex pensylvanica), butterflyweed (Asclepias tuberosa), and aromatic aster (Aster oblongifolius).
 
Landscape designers Jimmy Stewart and Ann Brown have a few favorite plants they like for the pollinator garden, and they can all be seen at the Alice Stout Memorial Garden at Temple Park off of West Brow Road. Buddleia “Adonis” (2015 Butterfly Plant) is a compact plant with an abundance of deep blue flowers. “Hot Lips” and “Scarletta” both sound like trouble, but the deep red blooms of this salvia are edged in white, making them pop even more. “Sassy Red” and “Sassy Purple” salvia may not be as new and different as these newcomers, but they live up to their names with their vibrant colors. Gomphrena “Fireworks” (globe amaranth) does indeed resemble a firework bursting in air with its purple spikey blooms. Chrysanthemum “Becky” is a perennial favorite of all, but especially of Jimmy’s since that’s his wife’s name. Achillea “Oertel’s Rose” is a spreading yarrow that fills up nooks and crannies with a gorgeous pinkish purple bloom. Coreopsis “Daybreak” is hardy and long blooming, and similar to gaillardia “Goblin.” Lantana “Miss Huff Hardy” and “Chapel Hill Hardy” are both extremely hardy, as well as gorgeous in the summer, and verbena “Homestead Purple” spreads its deep purple clusters all around, trailing picturesquely over rock walls. Echinacea “Solar Sunrise” is a coneflower with a color similar to a sunrise, and just as breathtaking. Asclepius (annual butterfly weed) is from the milkweed family, and is everything the butterflies are looking for as far as room and board go. Parsley, with its frilly edges and soft mounding appearance, are perfect for laying butterfly eggs, as are the wispy, airy fronds of fennel.

Native plants naturally thrive in their indigenous regions, making caring for them less complicated and more cost efficient. They generally require less water than non-native plants and are often drought tolerant. By going native, you can probably use fewer pesticides. Native plants also help maintain the landscape by preventing erosion and enriching the soil. They also discourage non-native plants that can be invasive and of little benefit to a healthy ecosystem. 

This weekend you can purchase native plants and get loads of advice at Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center. Check out their fall native plant sale on October 6-7.  There will be lectures and tours from naturalist and historian Michael Green, as well as instructional speakers like city water quality expert Lyn Rutherford on topics discussing utilizing native plants for erosion control and “Why Fall is the Best Time to Plant” with Master Garner Chris Mahoney. Admission is free with the purchase of a plant. For more info and a complete list of plants that will be available, go to www.reflectionriding.org.


 


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