Chattanooga Celebrates Dolly Parton’s Birthday

News Summary

Chattanooga is set to honor Dolly Parton’s birthday with a week-long celebration from January 11 to 19. The festivities include themed activities at local venues, a special flavor from Clumpies, karaoke nights, and a Dolly-wrapped bus promoting reading. The event aims to raise funds for Signal Centers and celebrate the success of the Imagination Library, which has distributed 200 million books since 1995, promoting literacy in the community.

Chattanooga Gets Ready to Celebrate Dolly Parton’s Birthday

Get ready, folks! Chattanooga is rolling out the red carpet for a heartwarming celebration on January 19, all in honor of none other than the fabulous Dolly Parton. This special event, organized by Signal Centers, is set to showcase Dolly’s incredible contributions as a talented singer, songwriter, and philanthropist. It’s a great opportunity for the community to come together, celebrate, and express gratitude for all that Dolly has done over the years.

Dolly-Themed Fun Awaits!

The festivities will include a variety of fun activities that reflect the essence of Dolly’s inspiring career and her generous humanitarian efforts. And the best part? Funds raised during this wonderful celebration will support Signal Centers’ various programs, along with the beloved Imagination Library.

Local organizations have jumped on board, bringing a cornucopia of engaging activities, including dining at participating restaurants and hosting fun special events throughout the week. Creative ice cream lovers will be thrilled to know that Clumpies is whipping up an exclusive Dolly Parton flavor for the event! Can anyone say delicious?

A Week of Celebrations

The excitement kicks off on January 11 with a series of “Dolly Days” at the Creative Discovery Museum. Families can come out from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm for a day filled with story time, crafts, and even a lively dance party. What a delightful way to start this weeklong celebration!

And that’s not all! On January 15, the party continues with a Dolly karaoke night at The Boneyard. Dust off those vocal cords and get ready to belt out some of Dolly’s greatest hits! Whether you’re a pro or just want to have a good time with friends, it’s bound to be an entertaining evening.

Win Exciting Prizes!

Dolly-wrapped bus that will debut during the celebrations. What makes this bus even more unique is that it will feature a free little library for passengers. It’s a fantastic way to engage the community and spread the love of reading!

For those looking to participate in a little friendly competition, you can grab a “Dolly Parton Birthday Passport” at participating locations. This passport allows families to engage in seven activities throughout the celebration. Once you complete four activities, you earn an entry into a drawing for a shiny new iPad! Complete all seven, and you’ll get a second entry. The thrill of winning combined with celebrating Dolly makes this opportunity even sweeter.

Honoring the Imagination Library

This year is particularly special as the Imagination Library celebrates its milestone of distributing 200 million books since its inception in 1995. This wonderful initiative, founded by Dolly Parton, is all about promoting literacy among children. The Imagination Library sends free, age-appropriate books to kids, no matter their family’s income, and this celebration is a perfect way to shine a light on the importance of reading and literacy.

Throughout the week from January 13 to19, there will be various events promoting literacy and community engagement, featuring fun reading activities and more. It’s a heartwarming reminder of how communities can come together to make a difference, thanks to Dolly’s incredible legacy and the support of Signal Centers in Chattanooga.

So grab your friends and family, and get ready to celebrate what makes Dolly Parton such an iconic figure! This isn’t just a birthday party; it’s a community celebration filled with love, laughter, and a whole lot of musical magic!