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What to expect for Taco Week in Chattanooga
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No tortilla is safe during Chattanooga Taco Week. | Photo provided by Nooga Nightlife
We’ve done burgers + barbecue, but now it’s time to break out the hard shells. Chattanooga Taco Week is hitting the Scenic City beginning today, July 10-Sunday, July 16.

All week long, you can enjoy $4 taco deals at 25+ participating restaurants. Check out some of Editor Haley’s must-tries.

🌮 Taco El Vez at Five Wits Brewing Co. | Choose between Tijuana or Dorado-style street tacos and a choice of meat, topped with homemade ingredients. Note: Vegan, vegetarian + gluten-free options are available.

🌮 423 Taco | Try out this spot’s Birria tacos made with a flash-fried cheesy shell paired with a consomé dipping sauce. Note: Vegetarian + gluten-free options are available.

🌮 Miss G’s ” Tortas y Tamales” | Get the Tacos de Barbacoa Tacos de Lengua (aka “beef tongue tacos”) topped with fresh cilantro, onion + radishes. Note: This spot is cash only.

🌮 Mezcla Cocina Y Cantina | This spot will offer its Cochinita Pibil taco made with marinated pork that is slow-roasted for 12 hours. Bonus: It comes with a salsa of your choice.

🌮 Abuelitas Seasons | This one is for those that like it their way — stop by the food truck to make your own taco with options like chicken, chorizo, and steak + fresh toppings. Bonus: You can make it vegetarian.

Holy guacamole, that’s some delicious news. Head to the “Learn More” tab on each participant to see what they’re serving, alternative options, hours of operation, and more.
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Events

Today, July 10
  • Bastille Day Celebration | Monday, July 10 | 6-10 p.m. | Adelle’s Crêperie, 400 E. Main St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Celebrate Bastille Day with games, live music, drinks, and of course, crêpes.
  • Mocktail Meet + Greet | Monday, July 10 | 8-10 p.m. | Unknown Caller, 715 Cherry St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Enjoy $2 off mocktails with the NOOGAtoday editors for this special Drink Up Month event.
Tuesday, July 11
  • Food Preservation Classes | Tuesday, July 11 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | University of Tennessee Extension, 6183 Adamson Cir., Chattanooga | $20 | Learn how to safely can fresh produce in a beginner-friendly class.
  • Paddle to Maclellan Island | Tuesday, July 11 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Coolidge Park, 150 River St., Chattanooga | $10-$35 | Take a guided tour with L2 Outside + pack a lunch for a picnic before floating back.
  • Steve Earle: “Alone Again, Solo & Acoustic” | Tuesday, July 11 | 6 p.m. | Songbirds, 35 Station St., Chattanooga | $100 | Enjoy an intimate performance from “one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation” — proceeds benefit the Guitars For Kids program.
Wednesday, July 12
  • Fleet Feet + Oddstory Pub Run | Wednesday, July 12 | 6 p.m. | Oddstory Brewing Co., 1604 Central Ave., Chattanooga | Free+ | Run a 5k route through downtown Chattanooga + enjoy pint night prices at the brewery after the run — runners meet at 5:45 p.m.
Thursday, July 13
  • Family Creek Day | Thursday, July 13 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Audubon Acres, 900 N. Sanctuary Rd., Chattanooga | $3-$30 | Splish-splash in the creek while you learn more about our waterways and the creatures that inhabit it.
  • Honoring the Land and Creating in its Reflection | Thursday, July 13 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View Ave., Chattanooga | Price of admission | Walk and explore “The Passage” by Ross’s Landing to discuss the history of the land, followed by an art-making session.
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News Notes
Biz
  • The Chattanooga Public Library System has named Will O’Hearn as its new library director. Will succeeds Corinne Hill + will begin his role on Friday, Aug. 25. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Cause
  • The United Way of Greater Chattanooga announced it will partner with 68 local nonprofits for its 2023-24 grant cycle. $4.7 million will be invested in the 501(c)(3) organizations across Hamilton, Marion, Sequatchie, Catoosa, Walker + Dade counties. See the full list of participants.
Listen
  • TEDxChattanooga will host its first-ever Sessions event featuring four local artists on Thursday, Aug. 31 at Barking Legs Theater. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Monday, July 17.
UTC
  • UTC’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) made the ranks in a worldwide competition held in Barcelona. The CIE team placed third in the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Team of the Year category, focusing on university programs that benefit students + the community. (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)
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  • Applications are open for Urban League of Greater Chattanooga’s Project Ready Mentor: National Achievers Society program. The program works “to prepare students of color in grades 10-12 for college, careers, and life” + runs from August through May. Apply by Sunday, Aug. 6.
Outdoors
  • Want to learn the secrets of gardening? The Chattanooga Department of Community Development will host a three-part presentation series at the North River Civic Center all about best gardening practices. Check out the topics + register by calling 423-870-8924.
Environment
  • The Tennessee Aquarium has welcomed an additional 2,500 baby lake sturgeons into its care at its freshwater field station. This year marks the 25th year of the Southeast Lake Sturgeon Working Group that reintroduces the species back to the Tennessee River.
Plan Ahead
  • The Hamilton County Fair will make a return on Nov. 10-12 at the McDonald Farm after a several-year hiatus. Get ready for rides, games, and so much more + stay tuned for more details in an upcoming newsletter.
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A NOOGAtoday-inspired mocktail
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Typically known as the “Pillow Talk,” this mocktail will be crowned the “NOOGAtonight” in honor of Drink Up Month. | Photo by Unknown Caller
After ~80 votes, the “NOOGAtonight” will be taking over Unknown Caller (715 Cherry St.) at our Meet + Greet Mocktail event on Monday, July 10.

Get to sipping on strawberry, lemon + cranberry with an aquafaba and saline foam topped with non-alcoholic bitters. You can find Editors Haley and Kristen in the back section of the bar sipping on this NOOGAtoday-inspired mocktail from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Come chatt awhile with us, grab a sticker + enjoy $2 off mocktails all night long. Bonus: ask about the two new additions, including the “Big Papaya.”
 
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Today’s edition by:
Haley Bartlett
From the editor
It’s time for the pups to swim with the McKamey Animal Center for its Pool Pawty on Saturday, Aug. 12 at the Carver Recreation Center. This event is pre-registration only + tickets go on sale on Friday, July 14 at 12 p.m. Learn more.
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