Local ways to prepare for the end of daylight saving time
The skyline looks as moody as we feel when our sleep gets disturbed. | Photo by @musiccityproverb
It’s that time of year again. Yesterday, Nashvillians set their clocks back an hour, “falling back” to standard time.
Wondering how to navigate shorter, darker days as painlessly as possible? Make the transition easier by maximizing these helpful resources:
☀️ Soak up the sun
Add some sunlight back in your day with Small World Yoga’s community classes, which take place at libraries and other locations in the early morning and evening hours, or join Nashville Girls Who Walk for a group outing. Sunlight, wellness, and new friends? Win-win-win.
Hit up Vibrant Meals or The Prepped Palate for pre-made meals that only need reheating. Have extra time and want to learn a new cooking skill? Take a class with The Chef & I.
After dinner, stimulate your mind with some games at Game Point Café. Pro tip: The Game Point Snax menu is available until closing.
🌙 Nighttime fun
Sure, the sun sets earlier now, but that doesn’t mean the city goes to sleep. Bundle up for a movie night at the Belcourt Theater or find your new favorite band at one of Nashville’s music venues. Want to get moving? Join a sports league (individually or with a group of friends) or try out curling at Tee Line Nashville. Bonus: It’s open until 10 p.m. on weeknights.
TSU Men’s Basketball vs. Fisk Men’s Basketball | Monday, Nov. 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Gentry Center, 3645 Dr. Walter S. Davis Blvd. | $26 | Two local teams battle it out on the court — arrive at 5 p.m. to see TSU women’s basketball play Wilberforce.
“American Graffiti” | Monday, Nov. 6 | Times vary | Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Ave. | $8.50+ | See the 1973 George Lucas film in brand new 4K restoration.
Tuesday, Nov. 7
Mrs. Doubtfire | Tuesday, Nov. 7-Sunday, Nov. 12 | Times vary | TPAC’s Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St. | $70+ | Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny arrives in Music City.
Wednesday, Nov. 8
Brewer’s Dinner | Wednesday, Nov. 8 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Fat Bottom Brewing Co., 800 44th Ave. N. | $50+ | Enjoy a four-course dinner, beer pairings, and conversation with the Fat Bottom team.
Thursday, Nov. 9
The Cupcake Collection Celebrates 15 Years in Business | Thursday, Nov. 9 | 9:30 a.m. | The Cupcake Collection, 1213 6th Ave. N. | Free | The first 100 people in line will get a free cupcake, and six lucky people will win a year’s supply of cupcakes.
Rennie Harris Presents: Rome & Jewels | Thursday, Nov. 9-Saturday, Nov. 11 | Times vary | OZ Arts Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir. | $25+ | Dueling DJs lay the beats for this story of fear, love, and triumph set in the streets of Philadelphia.
Friday, Nov. 10
Christmas Village | Friday, Nov. 10-Sunday, Nov. 12 | Times vary | The Fairgrounds Nashville, 500 Wedgewood Ave. | $12+ | Shop for toys, clothing, and other gift items from over 200 merchants.
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Josephine will close its restaurant doors permanently after serving 12 South for 10 years. The restaurant’s last day of service will be on Saturday, Dec. 23.
Ranked
Yelp named the Top Places to Eat in Nashville in 2023. Tutti Da Gio in Hermitage — known for its pasta and wood-fired pizza — landed the No. 1 spot. Degthai, Mi Kitchen (Franklin), Red Perch, and Darfons also ranked high.
Eat
Speaking of dining out, Present Tense is now serving lunch on Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Japanese-inspired restaurant and sake bar opened earlier this year at 301 Hart St. — here’s a throwback to what we ordered.
Show
Comedian and actor Katt Williams will bring his “The Dark Matter” tour to Bridgestone Arena on Saturday, April 20. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m.
Seasonal
The Dancing Lights of Christmas, a holiday drive-thru show with over two million lights, opens at the Wilson County Fairgrounds’ James E. Ward Ag Center this week on Nov. 10. The $30/vehicle ticket includes access to visits with Saint Nick and the petting zoo in Santa’s Village. (WTVF)
Travel
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Elizabeth Duff made history as the first woman to drive a Nashville bus. Now, her legacy endures in the heart of downtown.
WeGo’s central transit center at 400 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. has officially been renamed the Elizabeth Duff Transit Center.
Metro Council unanimously approved an ordinance in July 2022 to make the change. Duff died on February 13, 2021 at the age of 72.
“Elizabeth was a pioneer, born and raised here in Nashville,” Mayor Freddie O’Connell said. “To the Duff family, I am here to say thank-you for continuing this legacy. Her son, Seneca, is a bus operator at WeGo and here today.”
WeGo plans to install historical displays at the transit center highlighting Duff’s life and tenure.
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Cuisinart’s 16-inch roaster and rack — because you deserve an easy-to-clean roaster this year, and this one’s big enough for a Thanksgiving turkey and has a nearly five-star rating.
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