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🌎 Global renovation

What Antioch’s Global Mall site could look like in the future
An graphic detailing land uses, including a transit center, town square, and more
A birds-eye view of the Global Mall plan. | Rendering via Metro Planning
A plan to redevelop Antioch’s Global Mall, formerly known as Hickory Hollow Mall, is gaining momentum with the draft concept now available for review.

Metro Planning anticipates releasing a final concept plan later this summer, so let’s put on our hard hats and look into ways this space could be revitalized + how you can get involved.

The site

The Global Mall site is situated southeast of downtown along Bell Road and consists of four anchor buildings. Nashville State Community College and the Southeast Community Center and library occupy two buildings, with plans for a KIPP school in the former Macy’s building.

Metro acquired most of the mall site in 2022 and kicked off the redevelopment study in October.

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A street-view rendering of the “town square” area. | Rendering via Metro Planning

The plan

The study area spans 350 acres and is based on feedback from community meetings. The plan in its current form looks to incorporate:
  • Transit center
  • Existing buildings housing the community center, library, and Ford Ice Center
  • Mixed-use buildings with housing and ground-floor retail
  • Parking garage
  • Hotel
  • Office and co-working spaces
  • Space for performing arts, museums, or other civic use
  • Retail, restaurants, and art studios
The multi-phase development would be anchored by a “town square” with ample green space and an “arts way” with a focus on housing for artists, galleries, and startup businesses.

In March 2022, Metro and Vanderbilt expressed plans for a 600,000-sqft health care facility in the mall’s interior; however, this proposal is absent from the most recent draft and may be incorporated into the redevelopment in other ways.

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This area of the draft plan is called “Innovation Boulevard,” which would include a mix of office, health care, and other uses. | Rendering via Metro Planning

Next steps

If you missed the community meetings this month, there’s still time to get involved. Metro Planning launched an online survey, as well as an interactive mapping tool that allows you to pinpoint exactly what you love — or perhaps dislike — about the draft plan.

Bookmark the project page and stay tuned for the final concept plan later this summer. The final version will ultimately require Metro Council approval.
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Events
Wednesday, Aug. 30
  • Mini Musical Instrument Petting Zoo | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S. | The Musical Instrument Petting Zoo is an opportunity for adults, families, and kids of all ages to try new and familiar instruments.
  • Once in a Super Blue Moon | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Hwy. 100 | Free | Hit the trail and observe the moon from the highest point in the park — registration required.
Thursday, Aug. 31
  • Bully | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 8 p.m. | Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, 925 3rd Ave. N. | $34.90 | Bully is the solo project of Nashville-based rocker Alicia Bognanno.
  • Yoga After Work | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 6-7 p.m. | Church Street Park, 600 Church St. | Free | Instructor Lauren leads an hour of yoga in the park.
Friday, Sept. 1
  • Story Trail Hike with Imagination Library | Friday, Sept. 1 | 3:30 p.m. | Long Hunter State Park, 2910 Hobson Pk. | Free | Families can join Ranger Rawlings on a short hike to read “The First Strawberries: A Cherokee Story.”
Saturday, Sept. 2
Sunday, Sept. 3
  • OctoBearfest | Sunday, Sept. 3 | 12-8 p.m. | Jackalope Brewing Company - The Ranch, 429B Houston St. | Cost of purchase | Head to Wedgewood-Houston for this Oktoberfest celebration featuring beer, stein-holding competitions, and bratwurst from Daddy’s Dogs.
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News Notes
Biz
  • The Gulch building last home to Nightscape is slated for a bar and restaurant concept — 114th 12th Ave. N. According to a permit, Night We Met will feature club and lounge areas. Stay tuned for more info. (Nashville Business Journal)
Announced
  • OZ Arts Nashville’s 2023-2024 season opens next month. The contemporary arts center’s 11th season features dance, theater, music, and multimedia performances, including a hip-hop retelling of “Romeo and Juliet,” an immersive costume party, and more.
Plan Ahead
  • The Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival released the full schedule with set times for the Saturday, Sept. 23-Sunday, Sept. 24 event. As a refresher, this year’s festival will be headlined by The Lumineers, Zach Bryan, The Black Crowes, and more. Passes + single-day tickets are still available.
Ranked
  • Nashville landed the No. 13 spot on Wallethub’s “2023’s Best Cities for Soccer Fans.” The ranking is based on 52 key metrics, including attendance, number of championship wins, performance level, and fan engagement.
Weather
  • Look up. Tonight’s full moon is not only the second one this month (aka a blue moon); it’s also the last supermoon we’ll see until 2032, appearing 8% bigger and 16% brighter than usual. Check local charts for the best time to view. Bonus: shop for telescopes. (NPR)
Concert
  • Ryman Auditorium is bringing back its Sidewalk Sessions series this fall (read: a free party on the PNC Plaza before select concerts). Expect live music, drinks at the outdoor bar, and giveaways beginning Tuesday, Sept. 5. See the full lineup.
Finance
  • Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
 
Sports

🏈 Titan Up, Nashville

Titans invite fans to celebrate 25th season with 2023 Kickoff Week
A wide shot of Nissan Stadium, home of the Tennessee Titans.
Mark your calendars: The Tennessee Titans’ first home game is Sunday, Sept. 17. | Photo by @followcurt
Get ready to paint the town two-tone blue as the Tennessee Titans gear up for 2023 Kickoff Week – a touchdown-worthy celebration leading up to the team’s 25th season.

Fantasy Football Draft Party | Tuesday, Sept. 5 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Nissan Stadium | Leagues can host their draft parties in a suite, tour the Titans locker room, and more.

Titans Tourneys | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 6-11 p.m. | Madden NFL 24 (virtual) | Titans fans will get the opportunity to compete against each other for a chance to win a pair of 2023-2024 season tickets and other prizes.

The Drop | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 9:43 a.m.-1 p.m. | Soho House, 500 Houston St. | This limited-edition, 6-piece merchandise collaboration with HANGTN will be available in-person only while supplies last.

Green Hills Park Festival | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 5-7 p.m. | Green Hills Park, 1210 Lone Oak Rd. | Come for T-Rac and Titans giveaways and stay for family-friendly fun, food, and a screening of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie.”

The Titans open the season in New Orleans on Sunday, Sept. 10, so keep the team spirit alive until the home opener against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Sept. 17. Stay tuned — we’ll have more on the upcoming season next week.
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In case you missed it, Nashville Children’s Theatre’s 2023-2024 season is underway. The season opened this month with “Three Little Kittens,” which runs through the end of November. Peep the schedule for five more productions.
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