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Nashvillians coming together

Ways to help those affected by The Covenant School shooting
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We’re sharing resources and ways to give back to our community. | Photo by NASHtoday
Just like the rest of Nashville and beyond, we are devastated by the shooting that took place at The Covenant School. It’s important for us to share ways we can help families, teachers, students, and others affected by this tragedy.

Whether you decide to donate or gather in support, here are opportunities to give back to our community.
  • The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has launched the Caring for Covenant Fund, which will be directed to The Covenant School.
  • GoFundMe has a verified list of fundraisers for people affected by the shooting on its website. The page will be updated with more fundraisers as they are verified.
  • The city is hosting a candlelight vigil on Wednesday, March 29 at 5:30 p.m. at Public Square Park.
  • The National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center has a list of resources for survivors, educators, caregivers, and community leaders.
Some local businesses will be donating a percentage of sales this week to support those affected by the shooting: Shop Lucky Collective, Banh Mi and Roll+, Chao Nail + Bar, ABEDNEGO, and more. See individual pages for details.

Dog Bandana Co. is selling a new “Nashville Strong” bandana with “100% of profits donated to victims and their families.”

Additionally, Rumble Boxing in The Gulch is hosting donation-based classes on Friday, March 31 (4:30 p.m.) + Saturday, April 1 and Sunday, April 2 (all classes). The donations received will go to the Caring for Covenant Fund via The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.

Did we miss a way to help? Send us an email and we will continue to update this list on our website.
Events

Today, March 29
  • Coins for Paws benefitting Wags & Walks | Wednesday, March 29 | 3-10 p.m. | Up-Down Nashville, 927 Woodland St. | Cost of purchase | The arcade bar will donate 100% of token sales during this event to local nonprofit Wags & Walks — tokens are 25 cents each and never expire.
Thursday, March 30
  • Preds Foundation 2023 Wine Festival & Tasting | Thursday, March 30 | 6-10 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $89 | The 16th annual event features wines, beer, and spirits + food samplings from local restaurants and an extensive silent auction.
  • Nashville Women in Jazz | Thursday, March 30 | 7-10 p.m. | Urban Cowboy, 1603 Woodland St. | Free | This week’s jazz residency artist is Katie Blomarz.
Friday, March 31
  • Wildflower Walk | Friday, March 31 | 3-5 p.m. | Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Ashland City | Free | Join Tennessee State Naturalist Randy Hedgepath on this wildflower walk through Henry Hollow.
  • Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville Bats | Friday, March 31 | 6:35 p.m. | First Horizon Park, 19 Junior Gilliam Way | $15+ | Cheer on the Sounds on opening day followed by post-game fireworks.
Saturday, April 1
  • Spring Market | Saturday, April 1 | 12-4 p.m. | Diskin Cider, 1235 Martin St. | Cost of purchase | Shop jewelry, disco ball art, vintage clothing and accessories, and more.
  • The Joni Letters | Saturday, April 1 | 11 p.m.-1 a.m. | Rudy’s Jazz Room, 809 Gleaves St. | $12+ | Liz Kelley and Alex Murphy present Herbie Hancock’s arrangements of Joni Mitchell songs.
Sunday, April 2
  • Music City Stones | Sunday, April 2 | 7:30 p.m. | City Winery, 609 Lafayette St. | $15+ | La Vie Quartet puts a string spin on the music of The Rolling Stones.
Plan Ahead
  • Easter Brunch at JW Marriott Nashville | Sunday, April 9 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Stompin’ Grounds Restaurant, 201 8th Ave. S. | $77 | Celebrate Easter with an incredible weekend brunch offering complete with complimentary valet parking — hop on making reservations today.*

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News Notes

Weather
  • 62º | Sunny | 10% chance of rain
Announced
  • Lauren Daigle’s album preview concert at Marathon Music Works, originally scheduled for Monday, is postponed to Wednesday, April 5. Daigle held a community vigil for The Covenant School shooting victims in place of this week’s concert.
Civic
  • The hours have changed for today’s redistricting public input session at the Southeast Community Center. Residents can drop in from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. to review the draft redistricting maps and provide feedback to Metro Planning staff.
Concert
  • Alternative rock group The Smashing Pumpkins are coming to FirstBank Amphitheater on Friday, Sept. 8. Special guests include Interpol and Rival Sons. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.
  • Live From The Loveless Barn, a new “Opry style” music series, launches Monday, April 17. The show will feature performances by Ty Herndon, Allie Colleen, Keith Burns, and Morgan Myles — tickets start at $35. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Folds of Honor.
Shop
  • Ladies of Charity’s semi-annual consignment sale returns Friday, March 31 and runs through Saturday, May 6. The sale, which often includes designer brands, comes together with the help of nearly 100 volunteers. Visit the store at 2216 State St. in Midtown. (Main Street Nashville)
History
  • The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s exhibit spotlighting Bill Anderson’s career and musical legacy has been extended through Monday, Sept. 25. The exhibit features a variety of photographs, keepsakes, and instruments. Watch Anderson’s Live at the Hall talk.
Plan Ahead
  • Nerd Nite, a monthly gathering hosted in 100+ cities across the globe, is coming to Nashville. The first-ever event will be held at Black Abbey Brewing on Wednesday, April 12 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Participants can expect three TED Talk-style presentations and other activities. Tickets are on sale.
Edu
  • Williamson County Fair is accepting applications through Saturday, April 1 for its annual scholarship program. Students must have a cumulative 2.75 GPA + submit two reference letters and a 300-word essay. At least two one-year scholarships will be awarded.
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Drink
  • The most polished organizational item in your kitchen: the Fellow Atmos Coffee Canister, which not only looks great but keeps coffee fresh by sucking oxygen out of the jar. Pro tip: You can use it to store any snack and it will stay fresh longer.
 
Environment

Heads up, gardeners

How to purchase a rain barrel through Metro Water Services
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The city’s popular subsidized rain barrel sale is back this spring. | Photo via MWS
Nashville’s rain barrel sale is back for a limited time.

The 50-gallon barrels, which retail for $194, are sold for $52 to Metro Water Services customers and $72 to non-customers. Up to two barrels per household can be purchased via this website through Sunday, May 21 for pick-up at Nissan Stadium’s Lot B on Saturday, June 3 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

What is a rain barrel and how does it work?
  • The device collects water for later use on plants, gardens, and lawns. The stored water is an alternative to city water and can be used during dry periods or droughts.
  • The barrels catch and store rainwater as it flows from a building’s roof into the gutters and through downspouts.
  • Users collect ~600 gallons of rainwater for every inch of rainfall that falls on a 1,000-sqft roof, according to MWS.
Pro tip: MWS has a step-by-step guide to assembling your own, as well as tips for installing, maintaining, and winterizing it.
The Wrap
 
Dylan

Today’s Edition By:
Dylan Aycock
From the Editor
This morning, the James Beard Foundation will announce the 2023 Restaurant and Chef award finalists from Music City. Meet the local chefs and restaurateurs up for the annual James Beard Awards. The winners will be revealed in Chicago on June 5.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Here are 40 organizations to volunteer your time with in Music City.
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