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Join Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga for a 90-minute screening of The Extraordinary Caterpillar followed by a short discussion with Wild Ones volunteers. Popcorn and drinks are provided—this free, family-friendly evening is a hands-on primer in native-plant stewardship.
Join Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga for a 90-minute screening of The Extraordinary Caterpillar followed by a short discussion with Wild Ones volunteers. Popcorn and drinks are provided—this free, family-friendly evening is a hands-on primer in native-plant stewardship.
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On October 6, Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga • 1000 E 30th Street Chattanooga, TN 37407 opens its meeting space for an intimate screening of The Extraordinary Caterpillar, a documentary that trains a magnifying lens on the lives of the small in a way most feature films do not. For 90 minutes you’ll settle in with popcorn and drinks, then stay for a short conversation with local volunteers from Wild Ones and Crabtree staff. The setting is part community education center, part native-plant demonstration—not a typical theater, but a place that frames the film in living context. The film itself traces caterpillar life cycles, host plants and the simple acts of stewardship that change neighborhoods. Seeing the footage in a community setting illuminates how native plant choices—backyard milkweed, oak regeneration, native grasses—translate into literal habitat. That connection is the event’s core: Homegrown National Park, the non-profit behind the project, aims to bring ecological action to neighborhoods through native plants, and this screening functions as both a primer and a rallying cry. Practical details are welcoming: the program runs 6:00–7:30 PM; it’s free with an optional $5 donation to help cover expenses; and capacity is limited to 30 people, which keeps conversation manageable and local. Families (ages 10 and up) and curious adults will appreciate the accessible pacing and the chance to ask questions. Staff require a signed client waiver on site; email [email protected] with accessibility questions. What makes this evening stand out is the pairing of film with place. At Crabtree Farms, native plant beds and hands-on education programs make the topic immediately actionable: walk away with plant lists, simple planting plans, and neighbors who might join a seed swap. The screening’s intimacy encourages concrete next steps rather than passive viewing. If you’re visiting Chattanooga or live nearby, this is a low-barrier way to plug into urban conservation. It’s family-friendly without being juvenile, and it’s cheap—popcorn and drinks included—so it’s easy to bring a friend and stay for the discussion. The event doubles as a social sketch of local stewardship: volunteers, educators, and curious citizens exchanging tips on how to make your yard part of a bigger ecological network. Whether you’re an amateur naturalist wanting close-up footage or a homeowner wondering which natives will attract caterpillars and songbirds, this screening offers both spectacle and toolbox. It’s a small evening with outsized implications: a reminder that big conservation starts with small creatures and small choices. Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early to claim a seat and enjoy the farm’s outdoor displays; seating is limited and the discussion begins promptly after the screening. This is an ideal first step toward learning native gardening techniques and connecting with local conservation initiatives in Chattanooga. Join us.
The screening is free, though a $5 donation is suggested to help cover event fees.
The event is recommended for ages 10 and up to ensure viewers can follow the film and discussion.
Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga • 1000 E 30th Street Chattanooga, TN 37407 is the listed meeting point for the event.
Yes; a mandatory client waiver is required at the venue. Staff will have forms available at check-in.
Email [email protected] with accessibility requests or questions prior to the event.
Volunteers and staff will share ways to join local plantings, seed swaps, or Homegrown National Park initiatives during the discussion.
Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga operates a 22-acre urban farm and community center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The farm cultivates seasonal produce, sustainable flower crops, beekeeping projects, and educational programming that connects urban residents to local food systems. Crabtree Farms offers guided group tours, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on workshops covering topics such as sourdough breadmaking, kombucha brewing, herbal remedies, fire cider making, cool-season cut flowers, and introductory beekeeping. Workshops are led by local instructors and visiting experts and often include a take-home project, such as a sourdough starter, a bottle of kombucha, or a jar of herbal preparation. The Evelyn Center is an on-site rustic-modern event venue with high beam ceilings, an open layout, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The venue hosts small and large private events, and rental fees support Crabtree Farms’ mission. Volunteer groups and community participants engage in stewardship projects that support farm operations while learning about composting, organic growing practices, and seasonal planting. Group tours can be tailored by age and interest and focus on gardening, local eating, and environmental stewardship. Crabtree Farms partners with educators and community organizations to expand accessibility and learning opportunities across Chattanooga. Visitors can reserve public workshops, schedule private tours, or book the Evelyn Center online or by contacting the farm directly to confirm availability and pricing.
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