Chattanooga's Community Resources

10/06/2026

"FOR EVERYBODY": All kindergarten students at Hamilton County Schools will receive a free one-time pass to the Creative Discovery Museum for a family of up to four.

This is the fourth consecutive year the museum has partnered with the county and Hamilton County Schools for the kindergarten pass program.

10/02/2026

Parents, You Deserve a Night Out! 💜
Need a little time to relax, recharge and enjoy some well-deserved date night time? Glenwood Community Center has you covered! 🎉
Parents can enjoy some time out while children ages 6–12 enjoy an evening filled with:
🎨 Themed crafts
🎲 Interactive games
🍿 A family-friendly movie with popcorn
🍽️ Dinner & snacks

📅 Dates: Oct. 9, Nov. 13 & Dec. 11
⏰ Time: 5–7:30 p.m.
📍 Glenwood Community Center
2610 E. 3rd Street, Chattanooga

Spots are limited, so register your child today to guarantee their spot!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSes3Rk4LF17yiRsqgnJdZOZg8Ua42udt9E1EJKuLMfF97R7pg/viewform

📞 For more information: 423-643-7001

09/29/2026

✂️ Fresh cut, anyone? We’ve got you covered! 💈

Chattanooga Community Development is offering FREE haircuts for all ages at two community center locations! Haircuts are provided by student barbers, and walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis. Last client accepted at 5:30 p.m.

📍 East Lake Community Center
3601 Dodds Ave.
🗓️ Every other Thursday, beginning October 1
⏰ 2:30–6 p.m.

📍 North Chattanooga Community Center
406 May St.
🗓️ Every Wednesday
⏰ 2:30–6:30 p.m.
Next session: September 30

Come by, get a fresh cut and head into the season feeling your best!

09/22/2026

PARK SPARK is coming to Lake Hills Park!

This one is more than a community event. It’s a celebration of Lake Hills Park and the neighborhood it serves.

Join us as we celebrate the brand-new pavilion and completed bridge repairs and activate the park with an afternoon of community resources, food, music, games, inflatables and plenty of fun.

• WHAT: Park Spark at Lake Hills Park
• WHEN: Saturday, September 26 | 3–6 p.m.
• WHERE: Lake Hills Park
• COST: FREE and open to the public

Presented in partnership with the Lake Hills Neighborhood Association, Councilman Dennis Clark, Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors and the Chattanooga Public Library.

COMMUNITY VENDORS: We still have a few spaces available. If your organization has resources, information or services to share with the Lake Hills community, we’d love to have you join us.

Sign up at the link below on Facebook or at the link in our bio on Instagram.

Vendor Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBf2WMtkCcu8RL9lq1F8SG2zsgOvTuV5YCtvtzCSRnLNu1jg/viewform?usp=send_form&pli=1&authuser=0

Come celebrate what’s new at Lake Hills Park and spend the afternoon with the community!

09/19/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR WIC CLIENTS: Beginning October 1st, all certification appointments will be required to be in-person appointments in order to receive WIC benefits. All other non-certification appointments will continue to be by phone or through the WICShopper app. If you have any questions about WIC, please visit Health.HamiltonTN.org or call the Health Department’s WIC Clinic at 423-209-8050.

09/18/2026

09/16/2026

Elements of Art
Hunter Museum of American Art and Chattanooga Community Development have partnered to bring free art classes for ages 6 & up! Give your kids a chance to relax and unwind after a busy school day, free of charge!

📍 South Chattanooga Community Center- 1151 W 40th Street, Chattanooga, TN
📆 Starting September 21, 2026
🕑 Mondays (4pm-4:30 pm)

09/13/2026

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