Holiday happenings and light displays 🎄

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New Year’s Eve fun ✨

• “She Believed She Could” | Friday, Nov. 11-Saturday, Nov. 12 | 6 p.m. | Woolworth Theatre, 223 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $45.50-$50.50 | The musical revue celebrates the stories and songs of some of the most iconic women in country music.

• Nashville 1/2 Marathon, Marathon, and 5K | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 7 a.m. | Harrison Avenue near the Nashville Farmers Market | $79-$139 | The marathon course is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
• 2022 NPL Literary Award Public Lecture | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 10 a.m. | Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet High School, 613 17th Ave. N. | Free | Guests will hear from Pulitzer Prize-winning author Louise Erdrich.
• Steve Vai’s Inviolate Tour 2022: Live in Concert | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 8 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum | $39.50-$49.50 | The guitarist, composer, and producer will be joined by Larry Mitchell.

• Tennessee Titans vs. Denver Broncos | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 12 p.m. | Nissan Stadium | $100+ | Cheer on the Titans at home before the team heads to Green Bay the following week.
• Flora Fall Festival | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Flora Plant Shop, 305 E. Trinity Ln. | Cost of purchase | Shop plants, gifts, and seasonal treats at this pop-up vendor market.
• Tennessee Volunteers vs. Colorado Buffaloes Men’s Basketball | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 1 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $10+ | See the two college basketball teams go head-to-head in Music City.

• Art Class: Calligraphy 101 | Monday, Nov. 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Graduate Nashville, 101 20th Ave. N. | $65 | This beginner’s calligraphy class includes a calligraphy kit and in-person instruction.

• The Next Door’s 5th Annual Songwriter’s Night | Tuesday, Nov. 15 | 6:30 p.m. | The Listening Room, 217 2nd Ave. S. | $100 | Chrissy Metz, Faren Rachels, Catie Offerman, and Tiera Kennedy will take the stage.

• Scan your smile with either an at-home kit or an in-person visit
• Receive a customized treatment plan from a state-licensed doctor
• Start your journey with custom aligners (22-hour-wear or Nighttime Aligners™, depending on your needs)

• 65º | Rain | 80% chance of rain

• Veterans Day, a federal holiday commemorating people who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Expect various closures related to the holiday, and check out these Veterans Day deals across the city.

• Momento Specialty Coffee is now open in Hermitage at 4219 Lebanon Pk. The coffee shop, which is holding its soft opening through Sunday, Nov. 20, offers a variety of caffeinated drinks and pastries, plus breakfast and lunch items. ☕

• Speaking of coffee shops, Honest Coffee Roasters plans to open a location in SoBro — 803 Lea Ave. This is the company’s third location in the Nashville area, joining shops at The Factory at Franklin and L&L Marketplace. Stay tuned for the opening date. (Nashville Post)
• Boutique dog hotel Yardstick is coming to Berry Hill in December — 2605 Grissom Dr. The pup-centric biz will offer boarding, small group daycare, and bath services. Some of the features offered include spacious suites, three playrooms, and treats and toys from a curated room service menu.

• Nashville SC defenders Walker Zimmerman and Shaq Moore have been selected to represent the US at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. GEODIS Park will host free watch parties on Monday, Nov. 21 (US vs. Wales) and Friday, Nov. 25 (US vs. England) — register to attend. ⚽

• Kewpie, one of Japan’s top brands for mayonnaise, has chosen Clarksville as the location for its second US facility. The $65.2 million factory will employ 85 people and increase the company’s production of mayo, salad dressings, and other sauces.

• Tickets are now on sale for the 2023 Iroquois Steeplechase — set to be held at Percy Warner Park on Saturday, May 13. The iconic event returns for its 82nd year and will benefit the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. 🏇

• Nashville State Community College has been selected as an education partner for Amazon’s Career Choice program, which provides eligible employees with prepaid tuition, book, and fee assistance while pursuing an associate degree or technical certificate. Learn more + apply.

• Two words: Pineapple cottage. This Hakalau, Hawaii Vrbo has sweeping ocean views, an outdoor hanging bed for lounging, and is on a fruit farm (think: lemons, oranges, lychee and pineapple at your fingertips). Book as a January getaway or as the best holiday gift ever for only $175 avg/night. 🍍*

• AVO | 3 City Ave., Ste. 200 | Thanksgiving packages serve up to six guests and include items like braised collard greens, cornbread stuffing, and maple-glazed carrots.
• Radical Rabbit | East Nashville Farmers Market pickup and Hot Poppy delivery | Whole plates come with cornbread dressing, crispy oyster mushrooms, yams, mac and cheese + more.
• The Southern V | 1200 Buchanan St. | The Southern V has you covered with bulk order options, including mains, traditional sides, and desserts.
• Yellow & Lavender | 1406 McGavock Pk., Ste. D | Don’t forget sweet and savory treats like chick’n pot pie, focaccia bread stuffing, and a variety of pies.