If you or someone you know needs assistance

• Madison Community Center | 550 N. Dupont Ave., Nashville
• Cornerstone Church | 1410 Stop 30 Rd., Hendersonville
• Northeast High School | 3701 Trenton Rd., Clarksville

If you wish to donate resources

• Holiday presents | A building collapsed in Hendersonville housing gifts for area kids. The Community Resource Center, in partnership with Live Love Nashville, made an Amazon Wishlist for replacement items.
• Fund the response | Help the Community Resource Center provide care items for those impacted by donating to its cause or shopping this Amazon Wishlist.
• Tornado Relief Fund | Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and United Way of Greater Nashville have activated emergency relief funds. Donate directly to two funds — one for Davidson County and another for surrounding counties — aimed to aid those affected.

Where to volunteer your time

• Tornado collection drive | If your business or organization would like to sign up to become a drop-off location for tornado support, fill out this application. The Community Resource Center will be in touch to confirm a drive and provide any additional details.
• Donate blood | All Blood Assurance donation centers will be open today. Find your nearest center and schedule an appointment.
• Volunteer | Sign up for a time slot to accept and sort donations + build various kits to send to distribution sites.

• The Special-ist Holiday Special Caberet That Ever Specialed | Monday, Dec. 11 | 7 p.m. | The Barbershop Theater, 4003 Indiana Ave. | $20+ | An evening of heartwarming classics, lovable carols, and special guests — this performance features Brian Charles Rooney.

• Nashville Predators vs. Philadelphia Flyers | Tuesday, Dec. 12 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $50+ | Cheer on the Preds as they take home ice.
• The Oak Ridge Boys | Tuesday, Dec. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $50+ | Sing along as the Grammy-winning country quartet performs holiday classics and more.

• Swift Fever: Taylor Swift’s Birthday Tribute Show | Wednesday, Dec. 13 | 7-10 p.m. | The Stage on Broadway, 412 Broadway | $25 | Taryn Papa will cover Taylor Swift’s hits chosen by attendees.

• Holiday Sparkling Wine Tasting | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Retrograde Coffee, 2714 Clifton Ave. | $95 | Pair six sparkling wines from across the globe with complementing snacks.
• Merry Christmas, Ya Filthy Animal: A “Home Alone” Christmas Party | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 8 p.m. | Mother’s Ruin, 1239 6th Ave. N. | $18 | Expect a photo booth, holiday market featuring vintage pop-ups, an adult coloring station, custom screen-printing, festive cocktails, and more.

• Old Dominion | Friday, Dec. 15 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $37+ | The band brings their “No Bad Vibes” tour downtown with special guests Chase Rice, Priscilla Block, and Kylie Morgan.

• OLLI at Vanderbilt Winter 2024 Term | Sunday, Jan. 7-Tuesday, Feb. 27 | 12 a.m. | Vanderbilt University, 1231 18th Ave. S. | $60-$100 | Dabble in history, politics, comedy, music + more with OLLI at Vanderbilt’s Winter 2024 session, offering no-grades courses for 55+ Nashvillians (registration is open now-Dec. 29).*

1. The Savvy Oak Dough Bowl Candle is unique and smells amazing.
2. Holiday parties just got better with the savory Appalachian Trail Mix.
3. Glassware featuring our city’s skyline is a festive way to toast to the holidays.
4. Celebrate the city and state we all love with artwork great for any home or office.
5. Perfectly curated gift sets are excellent go-to presents for the holidays.

• Tío Fun brought its “Mexican munchies” to North Nashville over the weekend. The new spot — 1008 Buchanan St. — features dine-in + to-go street tacos, quesadillas, a Tijuana dog, and more. Bonus: Don’t miss the colorful mural on the patio designed by local artist Elisheba Israel Mrozik.

• BJ’s Wholesale Club opens its new 104,353-sqft store, complete with a gas station, in Mt. Juliet (181 Adams Ln.) on Friday, Dec. 15. This marks the membership-based store’s second area location, with another scheduled to open in Goodlettsville by early next year. (The Tennessean)

• Oz Arts unveiled “At Your Service,” a new exhibition of works by six local artists. The exhibit is inspired by Geoff Sobelle’s theater performance “FOOD,” which recently visited Nashville. You can view the display by appointment through Saturday, Jan. 20.

• $106,000. That’s the amount the Tennessee State Museum granted two Williamson County historic sites. The African American Heritage Society Museum + Fairview Historical Association each received about half of the allocation for building renovations. (The Tennessean)

• Former Tennessee Titans tight end Frank Wycheck died Saturday morning. The 52-year-old was an integral part of the Music City Miracle and made three Pro Bowl appearances. These accomplishments, among others, led Wycheck to a 2013 induction into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame.

• Bon appétit. Start planning the ultimate foodie getaway to Greenville, SC. Choose from 200+ restaurants in downtown Greenville, a quarter of which are international dining destinations.*

• Get ready fore this. You’ll have the chance to play a round of golf throughout Nissan Stadium when Upper Deck Golf comes to town Friday March 8-Saturday, March 9. Hit down to custom greens on the field below while enjoying music, food + drinks, and golfing challenges.

• The Geminids meteor shower is predicted to peak on Wednesday, Dec. 13 + Thursday, Dec. 14. According to NASA, this dazzling annual shower is considered “one of the best and most reliable.” Read up on where and when to catch the cosmic light show. (NASA)

• Choose from luxurious retreats with beautiful views to affordable escapes close to the action. Book a stay in Greenville, SC.*

The schedule

• Episode 1 | “Peter in the Garden” | Abby Whitman and Tenille Townes | Dec. 13
• Episode 2 | “Last Thing” | Jazmine Croom and Shannon Sanders | Dec. 20
• Episode 3 | “Ticket” | Max Rees and Caitlyn Smith | Dec. 27
• Episode 4 | “Kenopsia” | Avalon Simpson and Cameron Bedell | Jan. 3