North River Civic Center

1009 Executive Drive, Suite 102
Hixson, Tennessee 37343
Phone: (423) 870-8924

Director: Linda Rugina

The City of Chattanooga celebrated the grand opening of the North River Civic Center in Hixson on February 20, 2004. The center is owned by the City of Chattanooga and operated by the Department of Education, Arts & Culture. The facility features educational, recreational and fitness programs for youth, adults and seniors north of the river, and also serves as a meeting place for community organizations. The center is located in the office park behind Northgate Mall.

The center features a large meeting room and full kitchen with restrooms and front reception area. The main meeting room can be divided into two sections for simultaneous activities, while a third area just outside the kitchen is furnished for card games and socializing. The large kitchen also serves as an arts and crafts center.

Some of the community organizations that meet regularly at the NRCC include the Kiwanis, the Hixson Chamber of Commerce, the Rose Society, the Lions Club, Y-Me, the MS Society, the Hixson Utility District, and many more.

Artists Wanted! North River Civic Center is currently accepting applications from visual artists to exhibit in the center's exhibition space. This is an ongoing call for entries. Exhibits may feature the work of a single artist, a small group exhibit or a themed exhibit. For an application or more information call Linda Rugina at (423) 870-8924 or CLICK HERE to download a brochure. 

Regularly Scheduled Programs:
Life Drawing (Mondays, 10:00 am-12:30 pm)
Bingo (First Tuesday of the month, 10:00-11:00 am)
Knitting (Wednesdays, 10:00 am-Noon)
Tap Dance (Fridays, 10:00-11:00 am)
Tai Chi (Fridays, 1:00-2:00 pm)
Low Impact Aerobics (Mondays & Fridays, Noon-1:00 pm)
Mahjong (Thursdays, 10:00 am-1:00 pm)
Bridge Club (Mondays at 1:30 pm, Thursdays at 10:00 am)
Play Cards (Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:30-4:30 pm)
Line Dancing (Wednesdays, 5:30 pm)
Bowling League (Thursdays, 2:00-4:00 pm)
Ballroom Dance (Thursdays, 2:00-3:00 pm)

CLICK HERE to download the NRCC's new 2008-09 Program Book.

Sunset Concert Series:
Monthly Friday Concerts from 7:00-8:00 pm, FREE Admission
The Choo Choo Kids (Jan. 23, 2009)
Jericho Brass Band (Feb. 27, 2009)
OLTA Celtic Band (March 20, 2009)
CSO Ensemble (April 24, 2009)
The Dismembered Tennesseans (May 15, 2009)
Ed Huey Blues (June 19, 2009)

Walking for Fun and Fitness
Wednesdays, 10:00 am
Walking is an excellent exercise for improving and maintaining your health. Just 30 minutes a day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce body fat, and boost muscle power and endurance. Unlike some other forms of exercise, walking is free and doesn't require any special equipment or training. Walking for fun and fitness isn't limited to strolling by yourself around your neighborhood. Meet us at the NRCC!

Fighting Depression
Mondays, starting December 1, 6:00-7:00 pm
Instructor is Shirley Crump, FREE admission
This is an 8-week study group to offer insight and understanding to the malady of depression. The instructor is not a therapist. If medical care or psychological counseling is necessary, each participant is expected to obtain this care. The goal of the group is to discuss depression and explore strategies to defeat it. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Format of each meeting:
     A) Introductory Comments
     B) Weekly Topic
     C) Good Reports
     D) Assignment
     E) Exercise of the Day
Topical Outline for the eight weeks:

     1) Overview of study: Introduction, purpose, format, topics
     2) Definition of depression, symptoms, types, strategies
     3) Journaling
     4) Religious considerations
     5) Secular considerations
     6) Exercise
     7) Counseling
     8) Medications

Tennessee Watercolor Society Exhibit Reception
Sunday, December 14 at 4:00-6:00 pm (EST)
Join the NRCC and theTennessee Watercolor Society at this reception to kick off a two month exhibition featuring 28 artists from the region. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by calling (423) 870-8924. The exhibition will run through February 28, 2009. CLICK HERE to download an invitation. 

Planning Ahead for All the Right Reasons
Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at Noon (EST)
Bob Tomlinson, Family Service Counselor at Chattanooga Funeral Home/Hamilton Memorial Gardens, will present a free seminar on pre-planned funeral arrangements. Learn the benefits of pre-planning. Learn how to freeze inflation. Sign up to receive your free personal planning guide. Discuss various options for memorial services. This seminar will be especially helpful for individuals dealing with aging parents, veterans, individuals 55 and older, individuals with grown children or grandchildren, and anyone who wants information delivered in a pressure-free setting. Light refreshments served, door prize!