For the adventurous

• Community Passports | Gain admission to the National Museum of African American Music, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, and Cheekwood Estate and Gardens via this partnership.
• BCycle Pass | Explore the city for one week with two-hour unlimited rides courtesy of BCycle.

For the creative

• Metro Arts Lending Library | Uncover new local artists and showcase their work throughout your home. This partnership allows you to borrow art for up to three months.
• Art at the Library | The main library and five branches offer curated exhibits to browse during operating hours.

For the DIYers

• Seed Exchange | Grow your own community garden full of vegetables, herbs, or flowers.
• Library of Things | For up to three weeks, check out anything from tools and musical instruments to crafts and games. Pro tip: You can borrow two items at once.

“Adulting” made easy

• Notary Service | Select branches offer notary services for simple documents like auto titles and deeds of trust.
• Registration Renewal Kiosk | Renew your Davidson County tag and get your decal at three NPL branches.
• Drivers License Kiosk | Renew or replace your Davidson County drivers license via the self-serve kiosk at two NPL branches.
• Boater Safety Exam | Cruise Tennessee waterways by taking your boater safety test and securing your permit.

Learn from your librarian

• Jobs Lab | Get one-on-one computer help, extended computer time, resume + cover letter tips, and more.
• NPL Means Business | Access to resources for Nashville entrepreneurs and small business owners.

• Food & Arts Festival | Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 3-6 p.m. | Sevier Park, 3000 Granny White Pk. | Cost of purchase | This special edition of the 12 South Farmers Market offers live music, food trucks, mocktail demos, screenprinting, and more.

• Southern Rounds | Wednesday, Sept. 13 | 7 p.m. | Analog at Hutton Hotel, 1808 West End Ave. | $20 | Listen to songwriters behind country and Americana hits.
• 14TENN Fall Open House | Wednesday, Sept. 13 | 6-8 p.m. | 14TENN, 410 51st Ave. N. | Free | Tour the event space and meet its vendor partners at this whimsical garden party.

• Doggie Doodles | Thursday, Sept. 14 | 4-6 p.m. | Church Street Park, 600 Church St. | Free | Stop by the park with your furry friend for a pet portrait by artist Dina Capitani.
• The Rite of Spring | Thursday, Sept. 14-Saturday, Sept. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl. | $25+ | Join conductor Giancarlo Guerrero for symphonic performances of “A Short Piece for Orchestra,” “Piano Concerto No. 1,” and “The Rite of Spring.”

• ODESZA | Friday, Sept. 15 | 6:30 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater, 310 1st Ave. S. | $167+ | See the electronic duo on “The Last Goodbye” tour with Bob Moses and other special guests.

• Touch-A-Truck | Saturday, Sept. 16 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd. | Free | Explore trucks and other heavy machinery and speak with the people who operate them — there will be a “quieter hour” from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
• TSU Tigers vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs | Saturday, Sept. 16 | 5 p.m. | Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way | $30 | It’s John A. Merritt Classic weekend — arrive early for tailgating, live performances, vendors, and more.

• Oct. 3-Nov. 7, Tuesdays via Zoom | Experience Shakespeare’s written work side-by-side with film depictions, and learn how film aids understanding + enhances his art.

• Oct. 4-Nov. 8, Wednesdays via Zoom | Discover how the Mississippi River’s people and landscape shaped the soundtrack of America’s rich and diverse music.

• Oct. 2-Nov. 6, Mondays | Discuss the evolution of healthcare and learn about:
  
  • Physicians
  • Hospitals
  • Pharma
  • Health insurance
  • Quality vs. cost
  • Future impacts of technology + data

• Oct. 2-Nov. 6, Mondays | In time for the 2024 presidential campaign, examine the media landscape, including news sources, spotting real and fake reporting + being an engaged, responsible citizen.

• Oct. 3-Nov. 7, Tuesdays | Take your voice to the next level with instruction in blending tones, vocal techniques, harmony + musicianship. Bonus: Participants will perform for an audience.

• Say hello to Music Row’s newest coworking hub. Miami-based Ampersand Studios launched its Nashville location in a 26,000-sqft space at 1030 16th Ave. S. Members can expect a variation of content rooms, production offices, a photography + casting studio, and more.

• Six new concessions and retail storefronts are open at the Nashville International Airport. Travelers can now visit Donelson Emporium (Concourse D), Goo Goo Shop (Concourse A/B), Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum (Concourse B), and more.

• Cocktail and tapas bar EG&MC closed its doors on Jefferson Street over the weekend. The business will focus on a pop-up model with tasting experiences and events in the future. Stay tuned.

• A St. Louis-based Halloween pop-up bar tapped Nashville for expansion. Numbskull will take over Pearl Diver in October, offering six themed cocktails and two shots named after characters like The Inside Out Man — a “twisted take on a Manhattan cocktail.” (Nashville Business Journal)

• Nashville’s chef Star Maye will appear on tonight’s episode of “Chopped” on the Food Network at 7 p.m. She’ll compete against three other chefs hailing from the South as they create appetizer and entrée baskets + a dessert.

• Ready, set, ride. Monster Jam returns to Nashville this winter. Mark your calendar for the Bridgestone Arena shows on Saturday, Jan. 6 and Sunday, Jan. 7. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m.

• The Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s holiday tour brings “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve – the Best of TSO & More” to Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Dec. 6. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m., and for one week (or while supplies last), a limited number of $39 tickets will be available.

• David Briggs, recognized as “one of the world’s greatest contemporary organists” by The New York Times, is coming to Belmont University — and you can see him perform for free. Head to McAfee Concert Hall this Thursday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. to experience the organ in a new and exciting way. No tickets are required.*

• Opening Night | Thursday, Oct. 10 | Don’t miss the pre-game Gold Walk and Plaza Party — plus, fans will leave with a T-shirt.
• Music City Hockey Bobblehead Nights | First 10,000 fans receive Tim McGraw (Dec. 21), Keith Urban (Jan. 18), Amy Grant and Vince Gill (Feb. 23), and Jelly Roll (March 27) bobbleheads.
• Music Heritage Nights | Hispanic Music Heritage Night (Oct. 15), Pride Music Heritage Night (Oct. 25), Asian Pacific Islander Music Heritage Night (Jan. 29), and Black Music Heritage Night (Feb. 8)
• Other theme nights | Halloween, two Hockey Fights Cancer games, ‘90s Night, Miltary Week, and more