We hope you’re hungry 🦃

Get ready to gobble up these turkeys from Main Street Meats. | Photo provided by Main Street Meats

Want to celebrate the day of thanks, but not planning on cooking a full dinner this year? Don’t quit Thanksgiving cold turkey — we’ve got you covered with where to dine-in + carry-out for Thanksgiving dinner.

We are totally falling for these local options for mashed potatoes, yams, and pumpkin pie — plus, we break down where to get local ingredients for those rolling up their sleeves in the kitchen this holiday. What could be butter? (Sorry, are our puns too corny? 🌽)

🍗 Where to dine-in:

Puckett’s Thanksgiving Day Family Style Meal, 2 W. Aquarium Way | Open Thursday, Nov. 24 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Pig out on an all-you-can-eat meal with starters, roasted turkey, meatloaf, pulled pork, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, cornbread dressing, green bean and sweet potato casserole, and pumpkin and maple pecan pie.

Southern Belle Riverboat’s Thanksgiving on the River, 151 Riverfront Pkwy. | Open Thursday, Nov. 24 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 3-5 p.m.

Have your buffet-style dinner overlooking the Tennessee River with live music on the Grand Chandelier Deck, then take a one-hour sightseeing cruise.

🥡 Where to carry-out or pre-order:

Bluff View Arts District, 411 E. 2nd St. | Orders must be placed by Monday, Nov. 21 at 4 p.m.

Choose from main dishes + sides created by expert chefs like slow roasted turkey breast, lemony brussels sprout salad, sage turkey gravy, cornbread dressing, and desserts like pumpkin pie or festive sugar cookies.

Main Street Meats, 217 E. Main St. | Orders must be placed by Thursday, Nov. 17

Choose from fresh, smoked, or brined turkeys and sides like broccoli with roasted garlic, bacon and cornbread dressings, green beans with ham hocks, macaroni and cheese, and dessert options.

Your Local Seitanist, 3950 Brainerd Rd. | Orders must be picked up on Tuesday, Nov. 22

Choose from braised or smoked turkey roast, stuffed turkey leg with yuba skin, deviled eggs, smoked boudin, guerilla bizkit take ‘n bake, and yam soufflé. Oh, and it’s all vegan, btw.

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EVENTS

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Today, Nov. 2

ChaTech Tech on Tap | Wednesday, Nov. 2 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Wanderlinger Brewing Co., 1208 King St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Enjoy drinks and snacks + have great conversations (about tech, of course).

Thursday, Nov. 3

“August: Osage County” | Thursday, Nov. 3-Sunday, Nov. 13 | Various times | Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St., Chattanooga | $20-$25 | This award-winning play features mature language + mature situations.
Great British Baking Show Series: Focaccia | Thursday, Nov. 3 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Reignbow Baking Co., 5600 Brainerd Rd., Chattanooga | $65 | This series of baking classes are inspired by “The Great British Baking Show” — this class will focus on Focaccia bread.

Friday, Nov. 4

First Friday Open Studios | Friday, Nov. 4 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | ClearStory Arts, 1673 S. Holtzclaw Ave., Chattanooga | Free+ | Check out the artists at ClearStory Arts in their studios along with artwork sales, live demos, music, and more.
Food Truck Friday | Friday, Nov. 4 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Kitchen Incubator of Chattanooga, 5704 Marlin Rd., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | Grab your lunch from over 15 food trucks at this first Friday of the month event.

Saturday, Nov. 5

Head of the Hooch | Saturday, Nov. 5-Sunday, Nov. 6 | Various times | 100 Riverfront Pkwy., Chattanooga | Free | Watch one of the world’s largest rowing regattas right here in Chattanooga.
Thanksgiving Market | Saturday, Nov. 5 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mountain Arts Community Center, 809 Kentucky Ave., Signal Mountain | Free+ | Get holiday shopping started early at this market with vendors, food, and more.

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

74º | Morning clouds, evening sun | 7% chance of rain ⛅

Community

New playground structures + updates are coming soon to various local parks in the next several weeks, thanks to budget savings. Expect updates soon at Ted Bryant, Lookout Valley, Pringle, Church Street, Caruthers, Shepherd, and Hixson Parks. (Chattanoogan.com)

Health

The Hamilton County Health Department will participate in the “Fight Flu TN” initiative by offering free flu shots to those 18+ on Wednesday, Nov. 9. The event will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Orchard Knob Baptist Church, no appointment necessary. 💉

Cause

Local PBS station WTCI was awarded a ~$10,000 grant to develop a Learning Neighborhood plan focused on extending the reach + impact of PBS KIDS early learning resources. The grant was received through the CPB-PBS Ready To Learn Initiative, funded by the US Department of Education. (Chattanoogan.com)
ArtsBuild is currently hosting its annual art supply drive to help furnish a brand-new art studio space for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga. You can purchase items directly from ArtsBuild’s Amazon Gift Registry.

Edu

Hamilton County Schools announced that it is increasing the number of school choice options for the 2023-24 school year. HCS is offering choice seats at 80+ school options to students in Kindergarten through 12th grade across Hamilton County. View available seats here. ✏️
East Brainerd Elementary’s Quiet Room project is complete, thanks to the East Brainerd Council. A ribbon cutting for the new room — a quiet space for educators to spend a few minutes each day — will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 9. (Local 3)

Biz

Locally-based business Text Request was one of six Tennessee businesses featured on Inc.'s inaugural Power Partner Awards list. The awards honor B2B organizations worldwide that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs + helping startups grow. 👏

State

TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee announced its second annual No Trash November statewide initiative. No Trash November encourages Tennesseans to participate in cleanup events in their communities — try this one hosted by Green Steps coming up soon.

Job

East Ridge’s TopGolf location will host a hiring event on Monday, Nov. 7. Interviews will take place from 1-4 p.m. for Front of House associates including bartenders, barback, guest services, drink runners, and food runners. Learn more here.

DYK

Did you know you can share your Black Friday deals with our NOOGAtoday readers? Promote your business with us by submitting a deal to be included in our Friday, Nov. 25 newsletter. Pricing varies by market + must be submitted by Wednesday, Nov. 16.

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EAT AND DRINK

There’s a new beer in town 🍻

Now you can get your hands on four of Creature Comforts Brewing Co.'s most popular flavors. | Photo by NOOGAtoday

In case you missed it, Creature Comforts Brewing Co., an Athens, GA-based craft brewery, recently expanded its distribution to Chattanooga.

You can try out four of Creature Comfort’s brews on draft at some of your favorite local spots like Tremont Tavern and Universal Joint + pick up a pack at local and regional box stores.

Here are four of the flavors you can currently pick up on draft:

Athena, a tart German-style wheat beer
Automatic, a bright + refreshing pale ale
Bibo, a crisp + dry Pilsner
Tropicália, a balanced + juicy IPA (this brew is Editor Kristen’s personal favorite)

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Kristen.

Editor’s pick: Personally, I’m having a difficult time accepting that October is over. I’m not the only one though. Final Girl Vegan Food is bringing back its bratwurst + other fall foods this Friday, Nov. 4 at Barley Chattanooga. There will also be live music by Eric Nelson while you enjoy your eats.

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