Nolensville has a population of ~15,487 people. | Photo by NASHtoday
Nolensville — one of Nashville’s neighbors to the south — has experienced extensive growth over the last few years. If you haven’t visited recently, use the itinerary below to make the most of your time in this charming Williamson County town.
Drive time: ~30 minutes south of downtown Nashville.
Eat + Drink
Make Itty Bitty Donuts your first stop for made-to-order mini donuts by the dozen or half-dozen and coffee.
When it’s time to eat lunch, visit Mama’s Java or House of Bread for baked goods, sandwiches, and more. Amico’s lunch menu is served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays.
Wind down with craft cocktails and charcuterie at Happenchance Social. Pro tip: Grab a wine card upon arrival for self-serve pours.
The Nolensville Feed Mill offers a variety of goods, including produce, salsa, pickled items, candy, and more. Plus, the market is known for its chicken salad.
Nellamoon hand pours its candles using a small batch technique. Popular scents include Golden Hour and Tobacco Vanilla.
Monamie Coffee held a soft opening over the weekend at 7028 Nolensville Rd. | Photo by NASHtoday
What’s new
Wabash Southern Kitchen serves “traditional Southern cuisine with a modern twist” — like housemade sourdough rolls, pimento hush puppies, and a hot chicken quinoa bowl.
Across the street is Mad for Galbi, which specializes in Korean barbecue.
Monamie Coffee celebrated its soft opening over the weekend at 7028 Nolensville Rd. Stop in for coffee, tea, and more.
Asked
How often do you visit Nolensville?
A. I live here or frequent the town regularly. B. I’ve visited a few times over the years. C. I’ve never been, but it’s on my to-do list. D. I have no plans to visit any time soon.
Tom and Tim of Plain White T’s | Monday, May 22 | 7:30 p.m. | City Winery, 609 Lafayette St. | $35+ | Known for 2000s hits like “Hey There Delilah” and “Rhythm of Love.”
Tuesday, May 23
Into the Woods | Tuesday, May 23-Sunday, May 28 | Times vary | TPAC, Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St. | $48+ | Be enchanted watching this twisted take on your favorite storybook characters.
Goat Cuddling | Tuesday, May 23 | 4-7 p.m. | East Nashville Beer Works, 320 E. Trinity Ln. | Free+ | Join Shenanigoats in the brewery’s beer garden for an evening of pizza, beer, and goat cuddles.
Wednesday, May 24
The War and Treaty | Wednesday, May 24 | 7 p.m. | Analog at Hutton Hotel, 1808 West End Ave. | $20+ | See the husband-and-wife duo perform during a live TV taping — VIP tickets include a whiskey tasting with Heaven’s Door.
Author Doan Phuong Nguyen | Wednesday, May 24 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pk. Ste. 14 | Free | A conversation and book signing with Vandy alum Doan Phuong Nguyen, author of the middle-grade kids’ novel, Mèo and Bé — registration is required.
Thursday, May 25
Curator’s Perspective: Storied Strings | Thursday, May 25 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway | Free | This lecture will explore the guitar’s symbolism in American art from the early 19th century to the present day.
Friday, May 26
Home Espresso and Extraction | Friday, May 26 | 6-9 p.m. | 8th & Roast, 4104 Charlotte Ave. | $65 | This hands-on class for aspiring espresso aficionados will focus on dialing in and extraction.
It’s (finally) summer: Get off your phone and out into nature.
The BBC has even named Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill one of the top five hidden travel destinations in the entire country. | Photo by Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Did you know? The Shakers, a 19th century communal living movement, believed contentment was found through living in harmony with the land and each other, creating beautiful art and craft objects, and living simply.
Sound refreshing? Experience it for yourself at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, KY — just three hours away. Discover 3,000 acres with 36 miles of trails, meet four-legged farm friends, eat incredible fresh food grown on-site, and explore Shaker history.
The building formerly home to Broadway Brewhouse Midtown (1900 Broadway) has reopened under new ownership. The bar is now called Broadway Brewpub & Grub and offers 70+ beers on tap. (Nashville Post)
Legacy
Nashville honored the late musician DeFord Bailey with a street dedication on Saturday. “DeFord Bailey Avenue” replaces Horton Avenue in Edgehill, where the former Grand Ole Opry member lived for many years. (The Tennessean)
Coming Soon
The Dirty Monkey, a neighborhood bar with ties to Hawaii, plans to open in Madison — 701 Gallatin Pike N. It will take the space last home to Italian restaurant Smeraldo’s. Stay tuned for the opening date. (Nashville Post)
Sports
With Nashville SC’s 2-1 road victory against Charlotte FC on Saturday night, the team extended its unbeaten streak to eight matches across all competitions. The Boys in Gold resume US Open Cup play tomorrow night vs. Inter Miami CF before returning to GEODIS Park on Sunday.
Finance
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Correction
On Friday, we accidentally called 312 Pizza Company, a partner of restaurant membership club Offline, “321 Pizza Company.” Fun fact: 312 has been an area code for the city of Chicago since 1995, and the restaurant’s pizza recipe comes from the Little Italy neighborhood of Chicago. Our apologies for the mix-up.
Fun Fact
Too bee or not to bee?
Where to find beehives in Nashville, TN
Head to the third floor of the Adventure Science Center to say hello to “Queen Dolly” and the other bees. | Photo via @adventuresci
You may already know about the beehives at Centennial Park, but bee-lie-ve it or not, that’s not the only place bees are buzzing around town these days.
🐝 Tennessee Agricultural Museum, 404 Hogan Rd. | Visit the new observation hive installed by the Nashville Area Beekeepers Association and see if you can spot the queen bee.
🐝 Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd. | The Adventure Science Center’s new observation beehive is located on the third floor, also installed with the help of NABA. The exhibit is included with admission.
🐝 Kimpton Aertson Hotel, 2021 Broadway | The two hives on the 17th floor will produce local honey for the hotel and its onsite restaurant, Henley. To celebrate their buzz-worthy arrival, book a staycation with the “Bee Kind to Nashville” package.
Heads up. Nashville Public Library’s Green Hills branch will be closed through Monday, June 5 for carpet replacement. While the branch is closed, you may pick up your held items via curbside service on select days from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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