Agenda this week

• Good News

• Real Estate

• Events of the Week

• Mckay’s

• Restaurant of the Week

“It’s no use going back to yesterday because I was a different person then.” – Lewis Carrol

Let’s get to it.

Good News

Chattanooga Mocs in Postseason Basketball- The Chattanooga Mocs men's basketball team earned a spot in the National Invitational Tournament (NIT). They faced Middle Tennessee State on Tuesday night, marking their fifth NIT appearance and first since 1987.

Hummingbirds-There have been sightings around Chattanooga, TN. So get your feeders out! A simple mix for them is 4 cups of water and 1 cup of sugar. My mom told me about this app. You download it and turn it on. It then picks up the sounds of all the birds around you and identifies them! We discovered about 10 different birds in our yard. I’d recommend checking it out. Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab - appkingo.

Sober Living- Chattanooga’s Council for Alcohol and drug abuse broke ground on 16 sober living apartments this week. For more deets go here: Groundbreaking held for 16 sober living apartments - WDEF

Spring Break- Kids are going back to school this week lol. Last week it was good news they were out of school. But this week it’s good news they are going back.

The Tivoli-Just closed on a loan for 73 million for renovations. Check out all the details here. Financing Closed For $73 Million Tivoli Restoration - Chattanoogan.com

Rise Up-  believes that every teen and young adult has the potential to lead, succeed, and rise above life’s challenges. Young people need the right tools, guidance, and opportunities to build confidence, make informed decisions, and take control of their future. Check out the website: RISE UP Cooperative

RiseUP is dedicated to empowering teens and young adults with essential life and leadership skills to help them navigate the challenges of adulthood with confidence and resilience. Through engaging, hands-on workshops, we provide the knowledge and support they need to thrive personally and professionally.

We offer free, life and leadership workshops designed to fill critical gaps in traditional education by teaching skills that are essential for success in life, school, and work. Our workshops fall under four main pillars:

1. Financial Literacy – Teaching budgeting, money management, and responsible financial habits.

2. Job Readiness – Preparing teens for employment with resume building, interview skills, and workplace etiquette.

3. Mental Health & Well-Being – Encouraging self-confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence.

4. Health & Safety – Providing knowledge on personal safety, healthy relationships, and decision-making.

Real Estate

• New listings view here: https://www.flexmls.com/share/Bri5j/Selected

• 196 Closed single-family homes last week view here: https://www.flexmls.com/share/Bri81/Selected

• My Favorite listing of the week in DUNLAP TN sitting on 47 ACRES view here: https://www.flexmls.com/share/BriDQ/2445-Old-State-Highway-28-Dunlap-TN-37327

📢 Have Questions about buying or selling? 💬 Contact Dan Hicks at RE/MAX
📞 (423) 605-0773 | 📧 [email protected]

Here are some notable events happening in Chattanooga, Tennessee, during the week of March 24th-31st, 2025. Quite a few Easter events coming up:

🐰 Hug-A-Bunny Days at the Chattanooga Zoo
Dates: March 27 & 30 | Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Celebrate spring with the Chattanooga Zoo! Take photos with the Easter Bunny, enjoy spring-themed games and crafts, gather Easter eggs, and watch zoo animals join in the fun with their own egg hunts.

🥞 Easter Bunny Breakfast at The Read House
Date: March 30 | Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Enjoy a special breakfast buffet with the Easter Bunny in the beautiful Silver Ballroom. Perfect for kids, with treats and coloring activities included!

🚢 Southern Belle Easter Riverboat Cruises
Dates: Various throughout the week
Hop aboard the Southern Belle Riverboat for scenic breakfast or lunch cruises with the Easter Bunny. A unique way to enjoy the Tennessee River while making springtime memories.

🌸 Spring at Rock City Gardens
Dates: Ongoing
Take in the blooms of the season at Rock City atop Lookout Mountain. With breathtaking views and engaging activities, it's a classic Chattanooga experience for all ages.

📸 Easter Bunny Photos at Hamilton Place & Northgate Malls
Dates: March 22 – April 19, 2025
Times:

• Monday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM & 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Visit the Easter Bunny for a festive photo op at Hamilton Place or Northgate Mall! Reservations are strongly encouraged due to limited timeslots, though walk-ups are welcome if space allows. Personal photography is not permitted. Click here to book your time slot and view photo package pricing.

Restaurant of the Week

Bread and Butter- 3955 Dayton Blvd Chattanooga TN

Check out the website here: Bread and Butter

Located in Red Bank, TN, it's not exactly a restaurant, but the food is worth it. Swing by, and it won’t disappoint! I got a couple of freshly made sourdough loaves and some cookies. They didn't last long at my house! I’ll be back for the breakfast sandwich and a cinnamon roll for sure!

Where should we try next?

Thanks for reading. I’d Love to shout you out in a future email. Let me know what GOOD has happened recently. [email protected] or reply to this email. See you this time next week.

Dan