A display of traditional Chinese lanterns will illuminate The Sculpture Fields at Montague Park during the Sea Light Festival. The festival will be open Feb. 20-April 20, Thursdays through Sundays, 5-9 p.m., at 1900 Polk St. The exhibition will consist of hundreds of Chinese lanterns made with modern LED lights combined with traditional lantern frames made from Chinese silk cloth and steel wire. The award-winning Zigong Acrobatic Troupe will perform juggling, balancing and face-changing acts. Food vendors, shops and games will also be on hand. Tickets
FEB. 21-23
Con Nooga 2025
Con Nooga 2025 is scheduled for the Chattanooga Convention Center. The fan convention will feature cosplay contests, more than 400 hours of programming and a gaming arena with tournaments and free-play options. Schedule. Download the Apple or Android app
SATURDAY, FEB. 22
Erlanger nurse hiring event
Erlanger will host a nursing hiring event 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Erlanger East Hospital, 1751 Gunbarrel Road. The event will include hiring opportunities for inpatient and outpatient RNs and LPNs, on-the-spot interviews with the nursing leadership team and a tour of Erlanger East Hospital. Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Erlanger East Hospital and Children’s Hospital at Erlanger all have open positions in select departments.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 26
‘Citizen Soldier’ book discussion
Robert Elliott, author of “Citizen Soldier: From the Land of Lincoln to Iraq and Back,” will visit the Collegedale Friends & Fun Group at the Collegedale City Hall beginning at 10 a.m. He will discuss his book, share personal experiences and answer questions from attendees. The F2 Club is for community members who are 50 years of age and older. Information: parksandrec@collegedaletn.gov, 423 468-1971.
FRIDAY, FEB. 28
Night Market
Join The Chattery for an evening of shopping at local Black-owned businesses. The event begins at 6 p.m. at the organization’s temporary space at 231 Broad St. Founded in 2014, The Chattery offers affordable classes to the Chattanooga community. Information
Chambliss Mardi Gras Gala
Chambliss Center for Children will host its annual Mardi Gras Gala at The Read House Hotel in downtown Chattanooga. The event will feature Cajun cuisine, live Dixieland jazz and a silent auction. The evening will support Chambliss Center for Children’s programs, which provide affordable and accessible care to over 750 children. Reservations