🌱 Abortion Rally In Chattanooga + Auditions For Giant Steps

Insert linkHey, Chattanooga! Here's everything you need to know to get this Monday started off right. Here are the most important things going on in Chattanooga today.

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First, today's weather:

An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 83 Low: 57.

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Here are the top three stories today in Chattanooga:

1. On Saturday, a group of all ages, races, and genders gathered in downtown Chattanooga for a common purpose: to fight for abortion rights. People at the rally marched to Chattanooga City Hall, making their voices heard throughout the community. A draft opinion to overturn Roe V. Wade leaked earlier this month, and if finalized, would leave the option to outlaw abortion up to each individual state. (WTVC)
2. Auditions for the world premiere of Giant Steps: An Urbean Musical will be on Sunday and Tuesday at the Chattanooga Theatre Centre. With music and lyrics by Chattanoogan Michael Dexter, Giant Steps is a contemporary twist on the classic fairytale Jack and the Beanstalk. You can sign up in advance to audition to get details in advance, or just show up on Sunday or Tuesday at 7 p.m. (The Chattanoogan)
3. Two new East Ridge city parks are nearing completion. The dog park behind City Hall is open for use although the agility equipment will not be delivered until June. The splash pad at Pioneer Frontier Park is still on track to open around Memorial Day, according to the city manager. (The Chattanoogan)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• Chattanooga Organized For Action - Renaissance Presbyterian Church (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Visit Audubon Acres on Jun. 4 for a day of fun! This low-key event will feature the Little Owl 5K, storytelling sessions, vendors, and local music. It is free for Members, $6 for non-member adults, and $3 for non-member children. (Facebook)
• The Hunter Museum of American Art is being prepped for the next special exhibition! "Enchanted: A History of Fantasy Illustration" opens next week. Celebrate at the opening event on Thursday, May 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. (Facebook)
• Come downtown on May 21 for an IRONKIDS Fun Run on the Riverfront! A portion of registration fees will help support the Tennessee Aquarium's nonprofit mission. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.