Tennesee Valley Rock and Mineral Society

04/15/2026

04/13/2026

ROCK YOUR WORLD 2026 is just around the corner so mark your calendar and don't miss the fun!!!

YES,THIS EVENT IS STILL ON!!!!!! It has never been cancelled.

(A similar, paid event that was being held by a private group has been cancelled causing confusion about our show.)

ROCK YOUR WORLD is a FREE family-friendly event hosted annually by the Tennessee Valley Rock and Mineral Society 501(c)3. For more information about our group, visit tennesseevalleyrockandmineralsociety.org or our group page.

Explore rocks, minerals, and fossils with the Tennessee Valley Rock and Mineral Society. Join us for meetings, field trips, and community events in Chattanooga.

04/07/2026

04/07/2026

03/10/2026

Show and tell night🙃👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

02/28/2026

Whether you love rocks or just enjoy being in the great outdoors come see our friends at the Boots N Bonfire event in Redbank.
1117 Dayton Blvd

02/24/2026

🌩️ Storm Safety Day is coming! 🌪️

Join us Thursday, February 26 | 4:00–6:00 PM at Founders Hall at The Commons for hands-on storm safety tips, emergency vehicle displays, and family-friendly activities.

📻 Free weather radio programming

🛒 Weather radios available to buy from Ace Hardware. $5 will be donated to the Forgotten Child Fund per radio purchase.

🎙️ Local weather expert Josh Ingle will be onsite to answer your weather and storm safety questions

🚓🚒 Tri-Community Fire and the Collegedale Police Department will showcase rescue equipment and discuss safe sheltering options

🩺 Southern Adventist University nursing students will offer wellness checks and provide guidance on building a basic first aid kit

🐾 Dr. Tina Fields, Veterinarian, will share tips on keeping your pets safe and calm during a storm

🗺️ Kids can participate in a scavenger hunt with treasure box prizes

🎁 Enter for a chance to win a prize basket filled with goodies from McKee Foods

🤝 The Samaritan Center will explain how they assist families and individuals after a storm

☕ The White Oak Mountain Coffee Truck will be onsite with refreshments available for purchase

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun, educational, and free for all ages
Special thanks to Ooltewah High School JROTC for helping with setup and cleanup — we appreciate your service and support!

And thank you to the Collegedale Tomorrow Foundation for the use of the building, tables, and chairs.
Be prepared before the storm hits — and bring the whole family! ⚠️

02/24/2026

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Hear from scientists currently working to further knowledge of Georgia's geology at Tellus Science Museum's 2026 Symposium: Georgia Geology.