The original Broadway cast of Mrs. Doubtfire. | Photo by Joan Marcus
The season of giving is upon us. Our gift to you? The lowdown on some of the gravy-est — we mean greatest — events happening in Music City this November.
🎭 Theater, opera, and symphonic sounds
“Mrs. Doubtfire” | Tuesday, Nov. 7-Sunday, Nov. 12 | Times vary | TPAC’s Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St. | $70.10+ | Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny arrives in Music City.
“The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat” | Friday, Nov. 10-Sunday, Nov. 12 | Times vary | Noah Liff Opera Center, 3622 Redmon St. | $34.50+ | Nashville Opera presents this story of a family coping with adversity through music.
John Denver: A Rocky Mountain High Concert Celebration | Tuesday, Nov. 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl. | $67+ | The Nashville Symphony and the late singer-songwriter’s former bandmates take the stage.
⛸️ Family fun
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” | Saturday, Nov. 4-Sunday, Dec. 17 | Times vary | Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St. | $22.50+ | Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory… but only to a lucky few.
Skate over to Bridgestone Arena to see this year’s Scott Hamilton & Friends. | Photo via Kathryn Costello Photography
🛍️ Markets and foodie events
Crafty Bastards Arts & Crafts Fair | Saturday, Nov. 4-Sunday, Nov. 5 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | oneC1TY, 8 City Blvd. | Cost of purchase | Over 100 artisan craft vendors showcase handmade jewelry, hand-poured candles, clothing, and other goods.
Bacon & Barrel Festival | Thursday, Nov. 9 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Loveless Barn, 8400 Hwy. 100 | $55 | Tickets include unlimited samples of bacon-themed dishes and 15 whiskey samples.
Christmas Village | Friday, Nov. 10-Sunday, Nov. 12 | Times vary | The Fairgrounds Nashville, 500 Wedgewood Ave. | $15+ | Shop for toys, clothing, and other gift items from over 200 merchants.
Dolly Parton and the Makers: My Life in Rhinestones | Tuesday, Oct. 31-Saturday, Dec. 9 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Lipscomb University, Beaman Library, 1 University Park Dr. | $25 | Dozens of Dolly Parton’s iconic gowns will be on display.
Beyond the Film: “Candyman” | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 6-9 p.m. | All People Coffee & Beverage Hall, 347 Douglas Ave. | $18.91 | Grab your popcorn, watch Nia DaCosta’s “Candyman,” and participate in discussions and interactive activities.
Wednesday, Nov. 1
Haunted Hills and Hollows | Wednesday, Nov. 1 | 5-7:30 p.m. | Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Hwy. 100 | Free | Wander through the woods to visit peculiar areas before sitting around the fire under the light of the waning gibbous moon.
Thursday, Nov. 2
Katie Kime Pop-Up | Thursday, Nov. 2 | 3 p.m. | Graduate Nashville, 101 20th Ave. N. | Cost of purchase | Shop Katie Kime’s newest collection of game day Oxfords and toile prints.
Friday, Nov. 3
Strictly 80s Dance Party | Friday, Nov. 3 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | The 5 Spot, 1006 Forrest Ave. | $5 | Dance to all your favorite 80s hits until the bar closes.
Saturday, Nov. 4
DC Wonder Woman Run | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 9 a.m. | Metro Center, 2200 Rosa Parks Blvd. | $69+ | Rope in a win on the 5K or 10K course + enjoy food and games at the post-race party.
Bob Ross Fall Sunset Painting Workshop | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 3-6 p.m. | Metro Parks Centennial Art Center, 301 25th Ave. N. | $61.60 | A Certified Ross Instructor leads this oil painting workshop with all supplies included.
Brrrr... here’s some chilly news. Multiple freeze warnings are in effect for all of Middle Tennessee, the first until 9 a.m. today and the second from 10 p.m. tonight through 10 a.m. Wednesday morning. Expect low temps in the mid-to-high 20s. (The Tennessean)
Eat
Sam Fox’s restaurant The Henry is expanding next year to Nashville’s 12 South Collection — 2803 12th Ave. S. Fox, who is also behind concepts like The Twelve Thirty Club and Doughbird, plans to offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner + coffee and cocktails at the two-level space.
Open
No Free Coffee, a lifestyle brand specializing in coffee and apparel, is now open at 915 Buchanan St. Visit the café Tuesday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. to try it for yourself.
Shop
In case you missed it, comedian Nate Bargatze closed out his Saturday Night Live hosting gig wearing a “37138” hoodie — Old Hickory’s zip code. The hoodie, made custom by Nashville’s N. B. Goods, is available for preorder.
Coming Soon
M.L.Rose Craft Beer & Burgers is expanding to Franklin next spring. The location (3084 Columbia Ave.) will feature ample TVs for the sports crowd, as well as a covered patio, turf area, and outdoor fireplace. In the meantime, see what’s on tap at the other locations.
Traffic
A portion of the downtown loop will undergo bridge work this weekend. TDOT is warning drivers that this section of I-65 South will be closed from Friday, Nov. 3 at 8 p.m. until 5 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 6.
Concert
New Kids on the Block is bringing the group’s “Magic Summer” tour to FirstBank Amphitheater Tuesday, July 16 + Wednesday, July 17. The 80s boy band will be joined by Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff. Tickets go on sale Friday, Nov. 3.
Beauty
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Eat
🍫 All treats, no tricks
7 local candy companies in Music City
Break us off a piece of Olive & Sinclair. | Photo via @oliveandsinclair
Step aside, Willy Wonka. In honor of Halloween, we’re looking at the history of candy and chocolate companies in Nashville.
Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Co., 1628 Fatherland St.
Chances are you’ve seen Olive & Sinclair’s chocolate bars in stores around town (or even internationally). The bars are made with organic cacao and pure cane brown sugar in varieties such as cinnamon chili and sea salt.
Poppy & Peep, 374 Herron Dr.
Inspired by their shared love of vintage candy shops, father and daughter duo Mark and Evane Stoner opened Poppy & Peep in early 2020. The small business specializes in bon bons, chocolate bars, and other confections as well as gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan treats.
Tempered Fine Chocolates, 1201 5th Ave. N.
This small-batch chocolate shop draws inspiration from French and Swiss chocolate-making techniques. Bonus: Check out the shop’s hot chocolate, espresso, and wine and whiskey pairings.
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