Accra is the capital city of Ghana, and it will be Chattanooga’s first African sister city. “Thank you Mayor Elizabeth Naa Kwatsoe Tawiah Sackey and the people of Accra for agreeing to create this partnership with Chattanooga, and thank you to Kanika Wellington-Jones here in Chattanooga who made this possible,” said Mayor Tim Kelly. “Our other sister city relationships have enriched our community, grown our economy, and broadened our cultural horizons. It’s overdue that we establish one of these connections on the African continent, and I can think of no better partner than Accra. Many Chattanooga residents have West African roots, and we look forward to robust partnerships and cultural exchange, especially for our youth.”

The year 2024 will see the return of the Dragon during the 15-day festival commemorated in much of Asia. Let's celebrate Chinese New Year, the Year of the Dragon, on February 10 for a delicious buffet lunch at Forbidden City, 2273 Gunbarrel Road, Suite #103. Come at noon and join us in our private room. There will be several classy door prizes, and we want YOU to win! The cost for the buffet, beverage and gratuity is $20, and you will need to pay when you sign up with Eventbrite by February 8th @ Noon est.

Come and join the Chattanooga Sister Cities Association on Monday, January 29th, at 6pm EST at Food Works (205 Manufacturer’s Road). Enjoy a delightful meal and listen to Mayor Tim Kelly speak about the positive impact of creating cross-cultural connections as he shares stories from his time as an exchange student in Hamm, Germany, made possible through the Sister Cities Youth Program.

The evening’s keynote speaker will be Dr. Takeo Suzuki, the Director of International Programs at UTC. Dr. Suzuki brings over 20 years of experience in international education and a proven track record of effectively managing faculty, staff, students and budgets. He has a passion for creating transformative experiences in his community and is committed to empowering individuals to become global citizens.

The Walden Club is the premier city club in Chattanooga. The beautiful Walden Club is located at the heart of downtown Chattanooga high atop the tallest building. The stunning views of the city offers an inviting atmosphere of fine dining and socializing. The restaurant offers a menu that is easily an attraction that matches the views high atop Chattanooga. The menu is creative and delicious, with a lovely staff and two choices of entree for the evening, chicken or salmon.

Hear from the President of Chattanooga Sister Cities, Karen Claypool and fellowship with the association's board members. We are looking forward to seeing you.

We would like to invite you to join us live or in person as we demonstrate how to prepare Ghana Jollof Rice. We are bringing home our Ghana experience and desire to share it with you. We move.

Friday, August 26th

2:30pm - 4:30pm - USA

6:30pm - 8:30pm - Ghana

7:30pm - 9:30pm - Nigeria

Please RSVP by Tuesday, Aug. 23rd

Topic: African Live Stream Cooking Demo

We have a new Friendship City, and we're celebrating with a Lunch and Learn!

Accra, Ghana has just accepted our request to be our Friendship City, and after a year, if there is commitment on both sides and mutual agreement, we will become official Sister Cities! That's worth celebrating!

Join us next Wednesday, June 22nd, at the Walden Club (633 Chestnut Street # 2100) at 11:30 EST for a tasty meal and a presentation about Life in Accra with commentary by our new vice-president for Accra, Kanika Wellington.

The Walden Club chef and his staff are extraordinary, and you will be able to order from their excellent lunch menu featuring several specials of the day.

You won't want to miss this time of food, fellowship, and educational fun. Hope to see you there! Come and bring friends!

Free parking if you park in the garage next door and bring your ticket to be stamped.

Please RSVP no later than Wednesday, June 22nd, by emailing Joyce at jckhanum@gmail.com or calling Karen at (423) 653-8666.

In other Sister City Association news, we have two new board members we'd like to introduce: Barbara Ensign, who will be our VP for Fano, Italy, and Boz DelMundo, who will help with technology and communications. We are excited to welcome them both!

Stay tuned for info about our next cooking class, where Kanika will teach us how to make a Ghanaian specialty. This will be in person, and after cooking, we’ll be able to enjoy eating the results.

Link to Event: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85028773152?pwd=Y0JCR1JEd2VqcWY1c3BJM0hveHFkdz09

Football Dreams and Expat Realities: Exploring Chattanooga’s Sister City of Wolfsburg

• Tuesday, May 8, 2018
• 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• The Comedy Catch at The Choo Choo,  29 Station Street, Chattanooga, TN 37408

Are you a Chattanooga Football Club fan eager to hear about Reed Farnsley's firsthand experience seeing Wolfsburg FC v. Bayern Munich?

Or perhaps you are a Sister Cities Chattanooga member who would love to learn more about life in Wolfsburg from British expat Peter Woolcock?

Whatever your interest, join us for an evening celebrating the partnership between Chattanooga and Wolfsburg, furthered by the people-to-people connections that are the heart and soul of Sister Cities!

This event is free to the public, with donations to Sister Cities Chattanooga gratefully accepted. The Comedy Catch offers a full menu and bar service for guests who wish to purchase food and drinks.

We have a reserved area but will need a final count no later than May 7. Please, click here to RSVP.

Free for members only

Date:   Wednesday  4/11/18

Time  Start at 6:00 dinner at 6:30

RSVP by Wednesday 4/4/18

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flavor-of-the-worlds-members-dinner-join-become-a-member-tickets-44087549046

Renewal/ New membership by Wednesday 4/4/18  - No signing for membership at the door.

One event that we all look forward to each year is our annual Flavors of the World Membership Dinner.  

We will be featuring cuisine from many of our favorite local restaurants and even some homemade dishes, too!   Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Asian, Latin and American flavors will all be represented, so there's something for everyone!

There is no cost for this event, since it is included as part of your membership, however YOU MUST RSVP.  Not a member?  Don't worry.  Simply go to our website and click on the Join Us tab to purchase through PayPal or mail a check to:

Chattanooga Sister City Association, Inc.
PO Box 734
Chattanooga, TN 37401-0734

(if you are paying by check, please allow enough time for it to be received/processed prior to the event date)

We would like to know how many are coming, so if you are planning to attend, please click on here to RSVP.  A single membership is one ticket to the dinner and a family membership is two tickets. 

We can't wait to see you there!

(bring a little cash for tipping the bartender)

Dress to impress!

This is a part of our regular Meet & Greet series. Come, enjoy a drink or some food, mingle with people and enjoy the company of friends new and old. There will be a special event where you can win a nice price. Don't miss it. 

Be sure to RSVP and bring a friend!

We have a reserved area for seating but will need a final count no later than March 12.

https://www.eventbrite.com/myevent?eid=43847588317

Parking: 5th Street Garage at UTC or on street parking.

Would you like to learn more about life in Russia? Then, join us for a conversation with members of Political Science Club, members of the Chattanooga Sister City Association, and citizens of Chattanooga about Russia. This event will go beyond the news headlines to discuss life in Russia and their views on issues such as nationalism, education, relations with the United States, health care, culture, and many others.

Tennessee Room, University Center (UC) at UTC.

615 McCallie Ave ·

Chattanooga, TN

Dinner this week, Thursday the 18th, at Bela Lisboa beginning at 6 PM

https://www.google.com/maps?q=Bela+Lisboa&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwix6eC1gdvYAhUBxYMKHe99D68Q_AUICigB

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The Chattanooga Tono Friendship Committee cordially invites you to the

Tono Delegation Send-off Party

Please join us for a night of music and performances

To send-off the 2018 Tono Delegation

Led by Toshiaki Honda, Mayor of Tono City

Friday, January 12, 2017, 7:00 pm EST

The Edney Innovation Center, 1100 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402

Please RSVP by January 10 FINAL

$25 per person, includes a full buffet, live performances, and 2 drink tickets

*while all accommodations will be made to provide enough for everyone. An RSVP is essential as is showing up on time! Thank you.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2018-tono-delegation-send-off-party-jan-12-tickets-41553611972