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Jun 6 NATIONAL DAY OF CAVES & KARST / RUBY FALLS Ruby Falls is celebrating the National Day of Caves and Karst on June 6. This special day raises awareness of the crucial roles both caves and karsts play in our lives and environment. Tennessee has over 10,000 known caves – more than any other state. Caves and karst are rich in natural resources, including the most productive groundwater on earth with 175 different minerals; some of which are found only in caves. www.rubyfalls.com/ events/national-day-of-caves-and-karst Jun 14 - Dec 9 LUMEN MARTIN WINTER: LEGACY OF DEVOTION Lumen Martin Winter (1908–1982) was a celebrated midwestern American artist with a unique range of talents. His lifelong dedication to creating art resulted in a prolific body of work that included sculpture, painting, drawing, mosaic art, and murals. Though best remembered for public art, Winter painted and drew on a smaller scale daily. Winter’s son William remembers his father’s passion for art, “He had a compulsion to create. If he had time, he would find some materials to use and something to draw.” His legacy is a lifetime of creativity and a commitment to artmaking that continued until his final days. Thanks to local collectors Patty and Larry Puckett, Winter’s drawings and paintings will be on view at the Hunter Museum, providing an intimate look into the artist’s studio and process. huntermuseum.org Jun 15 Join the fun at the Chattanooga Zoo’s 8th annual Ice Cream Safari! Guests will enjoy all-you-can-eat ice cream while exploring the Zoo during a dreamy summer evening. The animals will even join in on the fun with their own special ice treats! www.chattzoo.org/events/ice-cream-safari ICE CREAM SAFARI: CHATTANOOGA ZOO

Jun 17 - Jun 21 IMAX 3D THEATER

Over at the IMAX 3D Theater, guests can once again embark on a (much) larger-than-life journey with one of the world’s most-fa mous insects — the Monarch Butterfly — with the return of Flight of the Butterflies 3D . This audience-favorite returns for a series of special screenings this summer. Viewers will follow these gor geous pollinators on a multi-generational, 2,500-mile migration from the mountains of central Mexico to the United States. Along the way, they’ll learn about the important ecological role Mon archs play. tnaqua.org/imax Jun 19 JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM: BESSIE SMITH CULTURAL CENTER Let’s come together to honor the true spirit of Juneteenth—a day that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and a pivotal moment in our history. This year, we’re not just cele brating freedom; we’re diving deep into the untold stories and historical events that led up to this significant day. Understanding our past is crucial for building a better future. Join us to learn, reflect, and celebrate the journey toward freedom and equality. Together, we can keep the legacy of Juneteenth alive and ensure the true story is told and remembered. www.bessiesmithcc.org/ event-details/juneteenth-celebration-of-freedom Jun 23 CHATTANOOGA WATERFRONT TRIATHLON The now 40-year-old triathlon takes place in the heart of down town Chattanooga and offers athletes a fast, down-river swim, a spectator-friendly, two-loop bike course, and a scenic run along the Tennessee Riverwalk. It is a summer race not to be missed! findarace. com/us/events/publix-chattanooga-waterfront-triathlon Jun 30 RED, WHITE, AND BLUEBERRIES AT THE CHATTANOOGA MARKET Happy 4th of July! Blueberries are our firecracker fruit! Cele brate with berries galore—and the annual blueberry pie eating contests! Sign up to participate in the super fun Blueberry Pie

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