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Taking a mental health day in Nashville
Take some time to reflect at Centennial Park.
Take some time to reflect at Centennial Park. | Photo via @centennialpark
If you’ve lost motivation to work, are feeling less productive, or find yourself worrying, feeling anxious, and stressed — you might need to take a mental health day.

Just like taking a sick day when our bodies are under the weather, taking a mental health day allows for a day of rest for our mental well-being.

Here are some ways you can recharge your batteries in Nashville.

☀️ Get some fresh air

Bundle up and go for a walk around the neighborhood, by Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, or along the Stones River Greenway. Fully immerse yourself in nature for a hike at Radnor Lake or one of the many other trails in the area.

Not looking to do something active? Grab a book or some close friends and sit outside at one of the local parks. Get some food and have a picnic — we love grabbing takeout and heading to Percy Warner Park.

🎨 Do something creative

Find something that inspires you or something you haven’t done before to experience creative freedom. Check out some of the candlemaking workshops at Paddywax Candle Bar, sign up for a painting or calligraphy class at Little Art House, or visit the open writing studio at The Porch.

👟 Get in a workout

It can be difficult to fit in active time during the work week, so taking some time to get your body moving can be a great way to utilize time during your mental health day. If you’re looking to really break a sweat, try out at spin class at Full Ride Cycling. Yoga is also a great option — Nashville Yoga Co. and Small World Yoga offer several kinds of classes.

Looking for additional information or resources about mental health? Check out these mental health resources around Nashville.
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Today, Dec. 15
  • Music City Christmas | Thursday, Dec. 15-Sunday, Dec. 18 | Times vary | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl. | $30+ | Mickey Guyton joins the Nashville Symphony for an evening of holiday-themed music and dancing.
Friday, Dec. 16
  • The Gulch Holiday Market | Friday, Dec. 16 | 3-6 p.m. | Noble Park, 333 11th Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | Check out local vendors while enjoying hot chocolate, live music, and donation opportunities.
  • Nashville’s Nutcracker | Friday, Dec. 16-Saturday, Dec. 24 | 7 p.m. | TPAC, Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St. | $38+ | This annual Nashville Ballet production features live music by the Nashville Symphony and a reimagined snow scene.
Saturday, Dec. 17
  • Snow Globe 360° | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 5 p.m.-12 a.m. | Nightscape, 114 12th Ave. N. | $25 | Visit Nightscape’s seasonal pop-up projection to view holiday-inspired immersive scenes and enjoy festive cocktails and bites.
  • Explore Winter Creeks with a Naturalist | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 1-2:30 p.m. | Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Ashland City | Free | Strap on your warmest waterproof boots and meet at Henry Creek to observe and explore aquatic habitats.
Sunday, Dec. 18
  • Music of The Beatles for Kids + More | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 12 p.m. | Brooklyn Bowl, 925 3rd Ave. N. | $15 | Jam out to the music of the Beatles.
  • Brunch with Santa & Mrs. Claus | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 12-2 p.m. | M.L.Rose Craft Beer & Burgers, 4408 Charlotte Ave. | Cost of purchase | Guests can enjoy photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus during M.L.Rose’s signature weekend brunch.
  • Holly Jolly Tasting Event | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 1-5 p.m. | Maryland Farms Wine & Spirits, 101 Creekside Crossing, Brentwood | Cost of purchase | Take part in a pop-up tasting event and shopping experience.
Monday, Dec. 19

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Weather
  • 48º | Mostly sunny | 10% chance of rain
Development
  • Get a first look at a new concert hall coming to Nashville Yards. The standing-room venue — which has yet to be named — will have a capacity of 4,500 people and include a balcony, a lifted floor, and other features. Venue owner AEG is eyeing a late 2024 opening. 🎟️ (The Tennessean)
Civic
  • Beginning in February, parking meters downtown will be enforced 24/7 — that’s right, even after 6 p.m. and on Sundays — as Metro implements its new smart parking program. Meters outside of downtown (think: Midtown and Hillsboro Village) will be enforced between 6 a.m.-12 a.m. (The Tennessean)
Coming Soon
  • Footwear brand Freebird is expanding in Music City. The company, which has a store at the Mall at Green Hills, plans to open a downtown location in March at 150 2nd Ave. N. Freebird is known for its handmade leather boots. 👢 (Nashville Post)
Show
  • Adam Sandler is bringing his stand-up tour to Bridgestone Arena on Friday, Feb. 17. Bonus: The show will feature a surprise guest. Tickets go on sale Friday at 12 p.m.
  • In other comedy news, Katt Williams will perform at Nashville Municipal Auditorium on Friday, April 28 at 8 p.m. The tour is a follow-up to Katt’s Netflix special “World War III,” which premiered earlier this year. Tickets are available. 🎤
Plan Ahead
  • OZ Arts Nashville’s 2023 Conversations at Oz will be held in-person. The annual benefit — scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 22 — invites community members and industry leaders to engage in insightful dialogue. Stay tuned for the lineup.
Health
  • The Nashville Predators Foundation is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a statewide blood drive (Monday, Dec. 26 to Friday, Dec. 30). Donors will receive a t-shirt and foam puck. See locations and appointment times.
  • Holiday cheer isn’t the only thing spreading this season. The CDC reported “very high” flu activity in our state this season. Find a flu vaccine near you — there may even be a needleless option. (Verywell Health)
Seasonal
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Welcome to Nashville, ACM 🎵

Academy of Country Music opens new Nashville headquarters
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It’s official: The Academy of Country Music has arrived in Nashville. | GIF by NASHtoday
The ribbon has been cut on the Academy of Country Music’s cross-country move to Nashville.

After nearly 60 years on the West Coast, the Los Angeles-founded music organization relocated its headquarters to Music City The Academy is operating out of Nashville Warehouse Company, a mixed-use development bordering Chestnut Hill and Wedgewood-Houston — if you see the massive mural of concert ticket stubs, you’re in the right place.

Lainey Wilson and Parker McCollum — the ACM’s reigning new artists of the year — were on site to help cut the ribbon, marking an exciting new chapter for the Academy.
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Today’s issue was written by Dylan.

Editor’s pick: It’s a wonderful time to remind you that the Belcourt Theatre’s annual screenings of “It’s A Wonderful Life” start next week (Tuesday, Dec. 20-Sunday, Dec. 25). This year, you’ll have 19 chances to see it on the Belcourt’s big screen. Tickets are on sale.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Metro launched its new dockless e-bike program this week.
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