12.08.2023

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Walk it out

Walking trends in Nashville

Take a scenic stroll at Centennial Park. | Photo by NASHtoday

If you’ve been singing the lyrics “I walk a lonely road” a lot lately, you’re not… alone (well, in a sense). Nashville roads are actually even lonelier than many, but we’ll get to that in a minute.

If national averages indicate anything, it’s that roads overall may have been more lonely during the past few years. According to a recent data report by Streetlight, annual average daily walking trips dropped 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022.

How does that national average shake out in the Nashville metro area, and where are the best spots to raise those national trend (and step count) numbers? Let’s take a look.

By the numbers

-42% | Percent change in walking trips in Tennessee
-45% | Percent change in walking trips in Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin
29 | Nashville’s score out of 100 on Walk Score’s walkability meter

What does a percent change in walking trips mean? Say a metro area sees a -50% change in walking trips. This means, on average, walking trips declined by 50% in that area. (For the record, none of the top 100 metros in the study saw that much of a decline — the biggest dip was 49% in Akron, OH.)

Where to walk the walk

Wondering where you can get your steps in? Check out these pedestrian-friendly spots around town, from local parks to greenways.

Nashville’s greenways | Navigate the city’s greenway system, including the 10.7-mile Stones River Greenway, the 9.7-mile Shelby Bottoms Greenway, and more. Use these individual maps as a resource.
Centennial Park | A ~1.2-mile paved path loops around Lake Watauga and the Parthenon.
Hiking trails | From quick and easy hikes around town to adventurous trails, we have a guide for that.

Asked

Which US state’s average daily walking activity had the smallest decline from 2019-2022?

A. New Jersey
B. California
C. New York
D. Montana

Drop your answer

Events

Friday, Dec. 8

Nashville’s Nutcracker | Friday, Dec. 8-Sunday, Dec. 10 | Times vary | TPAC’s Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St. | $55.20+ | This annual Nashville Ballet production features live music and scenes that are unique to Music City.
FOOD | Friday, Dec. 8-Sunday, Dec. 10 | Times vary | OZ Arts Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir. | $32+ | Take a seat for this theatrical experience filled with sounds, scents, and images that shape a conversation about personal memories, consumption, and the evolution of food production.

Saturday, Dec. 9

Carols, Cookies, and Crafts | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Tennessee State Museum, 1000 Rosa L. Parks Blvd. | Free | Join the museum for live carols, cookies, hot cocoa, and festive crafts.
Nashville Punk Rock Flea Market | Saturday, Dec. 9-Sunday, Dec. 10 | Times vary | Eastside Bowl, 1508A Gallatin Pk. S. | Cost of admission | Shop from over 50 vendors, enjoy live music and comedy shows, and contribute to a toy drive at this all-ages flea market.

Sunday, Dec. 10

John Paul White with Alexa Rose | Sunday, Dec. 10 | 7 p.m. | 3rd and Lindsley, 818 3rd Ave. S. | $24.40 | Catch the Americana musician and former half of The Civil Wars.

Monday, Dec. 11

Gentle Flow Yoga | Monday, Dec. 11 | 6 p.m. | Global Education Center, 4822 Charlotte Ave. | Free | This all-levels class is designed to release tension, improve flexibility, and promote inner calm.

Tuesday, Dec. 12

Nashville Nights & Caroling with Chris | Tuesday, Dec. 12 | 6-8 p.m. | Gaylord Opryland Resort, 2800 Opryland Dr. | Free+ | Join NSYNC’s Chris Kirkpatrick for an evening on caroling + enjoy discounted ICE! admission and free hot chocolate — available to residents in Davidson and bordering counties.

Events calendar here

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Biz

Real Estate

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Meet Kenect Nashville, a boutique, all-inclusive coworking and apartment community where modern residences meet human connections. | Photo by Kenect Nashville

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Access to other Kenect communities across the county when traveling
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News Notes

Development

Dolly Parton’s latest business venture? The country star plans to convert a downtown office building into a hotel. The 11-story building at 211 Commerce St. offers ground-floor commercial space, including Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer. (Nashville Business Journal)

Concert

Do you wanna get rocked? Def Leppard and Journey’s 2024 co-headlining tour is coming to Nissan Stadium on Saturday, July 20. The rock groups will be joined by Steve Miller Band. Tickets go on sale Friday, Dec. 15.

Biz

Pickleball Kingdom announced a multi-unit expansion in the Nashville area. While no specific locations have been unveiled, expect indoor and outdoor courts, a pro-shop, and space for events and tournaments. A forthcoming Murfreesboro location is also listed on the website.

Eat

M.L.Rose Craft Beer & Burgers’ list of future locations is growing. The burger joint announced plans to open a Gallatin location in 2025 — 2145 Nashville Pk. M.L.Rose’s forthcoming Franklin and Inglewood restaurants are slated to open next year. (Nashville Scene)

Announced

The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and YP Nashville formed the Young Professionals (YP) Council. The 18-member group will participate in year-round programming focused on professional development, networking, and other initiatives. Meet the council.

Arts

More than 60 printmakers are represented in “Everywhere is Beauty: 2023 Print Invitational,” on display through Friday, Jan. 19 in Hatch Show Print’s Haley Gallery. Artist works showcase a broad spectrum of printing methods, ranging from letterpress to cyanotypes.

Wellness

As we age, our hormone levels decline, affecting bone density, sleep, libido, and more. Test + optimize your hormones with Wellcore’s At-Home Assessment Kit — only $79 with code NEWYOU.*

Try This

🧪 Save the (play) date

Adults, here’s how you can stay late at Adventure Science Center

This one’s for the over 18 crowd. | Photo by NASHtoday

Have you ever wanted to roam Adventure Science Center after hours? Here’s how you can.

This winter, the science center will stay open late (4:30-8 p.m.) for guests 18 years and older on the third Thursday of the month — Jan. 18, Feb. 15, and March 21.

Ready to embrace your inner kid? If you’re up for a challenge, check out the Kinetic Climber or take a spin in the motion simulator. If that’s not your speed, kick back and relax in the Sudekum Planetarium. In addition to the exhibits and interactive elements included in admission, the following areas will be open for exploration:

Infinium Room
I2 Makerspace
Tinkering Garage
Live science shows

Check out the schedule for Jan. 18 and stay tuned for future announcements.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Dylan

From the editor

Just a reminder, now through Wednesday, Jan. 31, residents of Davidson and bordering counties can visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum for daily pay-what-you-want admission rates. Take a peek at what’s currently on display.

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