Indulge in fall flavors:

• Choose from a selection of seasonal shareables like Camarones al Curry and Duck and Butternut Meloso at Bulla Gastrobar, a Southpark neighborhood restaurant known for Spanish tapas and cuisine.
• Located in the Mint Museum in Uptown Charlotte, Mariposa is a multicultural restaurant featuring dishes from around the world that pairs culinary indulgence with culture on the outdoor balcony.
• Enjoy the flavors of fall when you sip on HEX Coffee’s unique Kabocha Squash Latte (think: sweet potato mixed with pumpkin, with hints of star anise and cardamom).
• Prefer a pint? Try the award-winning NoDa Brewing Company’s pumpkin flavored Gordegous or try The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery’s Mecktoberfest for malty notes of roasted caramel.
• End the night at Dot Dot Dot, a speakeasy hidden in the backlot of Park Road Shopping Center, for a glass of NC Apple Cider (a mix of Four Roses Bourbon, Laird’s Applejack, fresh apple cider and lemon).

Photo provided by Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority

Plan a perfect autumn outing:

• Get cozy at Treehouse Vineyards and enjoy locally-produced vintages by the firepit.
• Take in the scenery at Veronét Vineyards & Winery and admire the sweeping views of the vineyard and Crowders Mountain — the perfect backdrop to enjoy a tasting flight paired with charcuterie.
• For city scenery, grab a seat at Merchant and Trade’s rooftop bar overlooking the Queen City skyline.
• Afterward, head over to Spectrum Center, home to the Charlotte Hornets and host to a variety of events year-round (think: concerts, conferences, and more).

Get a seasonal wardrobe refresh:

• For high end shops, head to SouthPark for your favorites from Gucci to Tory Burch.
• Visit Concord Mills for big name brands like Coach and Brooks Brothers. Bonus: Check out family-friendly entertainment like SEA LIFE Aquarium and The Speedpark at Concord Mills.
• Looking for something more local? Spend a day in South End at boutiques like Bonobos, Uniquities + more.*

• Charley Crockett | Monday, Nov. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 5th Ave. N. | $25+ | The artist will be joined by the Greyhounds.

• Fourteenth Annual Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum | Tuesday, Nov. 15 | 6:30-7:45 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S. | Free | The museum will honor acclaimed writer and music industry leader Kay West.
• Grand Ole Opry | Tuesday, Nov. 15 | 7 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry | $49+ | See performances by Kelsea Ballerini, the Gatlin Brothers, and Wade Bowen, among others.

• Five Finger Death Punch and Brantley Gilbert | Wednesday, Nov. 16 | 6:30 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $24.85+ | The artists will be joined by special guest Cory Marks.

• Friends+Giving Fundraiser with Woodford Reserve & Nashville Lifestyles | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 6-8 p.m. | Thompson Nashville, 401 11th Ave. S | $50 | Enjoy a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, specialty cocktails, and live music — proceeds from ticket purchases will go to four local charities.
• Nashville Predators vs. New York Islanders | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $26+ | Cheer on the Preds on home ice.

• Nashville R&B Music Experience: Monica and Friends | Friday, Nov. 18 | 8 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $65+ | Monica, Bell Biv DeVoe, Dru Hill, Xscape, Next, Ginuwine, and 112 will perform.

• 54º | Mostly sunny | 5% chance of rain

• Puffy Cotton Candy is now open at CoolSprings Galleria. The specialty cotton candy store spins characters like Hello Kitty and a puffy sheep + offers various flavor options ranging from birthday cake and cherry to chocolate and watermelon. See the menu.

• Third time’s the charm. Taylor Swift has added yet another Nashville concert date to her “Eras” tour. The concert on Sunday, May 7 at Nissan Stadium marks the star’s biggest run of shows in Music City. 🎤

• The Tennessee Titans defeated the Denver Broncos 17-10 on Sunday. Ryan Tannehill made his game return, throwing two touchdown passes to Nick Westbrook-Ikhine to bring the team out of a point deficit. The Titans will take on the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on Thursday. (WSMV)

• New York-based Le Labo Fragrances has popped up outside of 12 South’s Imogene + Willie. Shoppers can visit the store from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday-Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays through Sunday, November 27.

• Construction on WeGo Transit’s North Nashville transit center is now underway. The $17 million facility at 26th Avenue and Clarksville Pike will include waiting rooms with WiFi, bicycle storage and scooter stations + real time bus arrival times. 🚌 (WTVF)

• $100 million. That’s the amount Dolly Parton was awarded over the weekend by Jeff Bezos. Recipients of the Bezos’ Award for Courage and Civility donate the funds to the charity of their choosing.
• 4 million. The number of subscribers to Morning Brew, a free daily newsletter that covers the latest in business, finance, and tech. Morning Brew is 100% free and takes just 5 minutes to read (and thanks to its witty, fun tone, you’ll want to open it every morning).*

• Oh hey, November. The key to keeping your spirits up and avoiding seasonal affective disorder this time of year? Sunlight. Magic up more sunshine indoors with a light therapy lamp. This glare-free mood light is height and angle adjustable, while this subtly designed lamp lets you adjust light warmth and brightness. ☀️*

• The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is here, which means it’s time to ask yourself a big question: keep your coverage, or change it? Fidelity Medicare Services can help. Fidelity’s licensed Medicare advisors provide customized advice based on your situation — and if you choose a new plan, they’ll help you enroll.*

• Treat yourself to a chance to win $2,300 in fitness and wellness gift cards during Naternal Wellness’s Fit Fall Giveaway. Now through Sunday, Dec. 4, enter to win a grand prize of wellness gift cards ranging from $300-400 from each participating brand. Enter now.*

The making of ICE! 🧊

Need to know 💡

• What to wear: Knee-length parkas are provided, but it’s recommended that guests wear hats and gloves as well. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required.
• Ticket: Tickets must be purchased in advance online or by phone. It is recommended you arrive 10 minutes before your reservation. Most guests spend 20-40 minutes in the exhibit, though your reservation is not timed.