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Be the broker: Affordable housing edition

Be the broker: Which vacant office spaces would you like to see become affordable housing?
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Let the brainstorming session commence. | Photo by NASHtoday
Have you noticed some of the empty office space around town? Office vacancies are at 16.6% as of September.

Compare those numbers to the national office vacancy rate, which was 17.8% as of September 2023. One possible use for vacant offices? Affordable housing.

Recently, the White House released a new plan to convert commercial buildings into residential housing — affordable housing in particular. Resources will be made available from 20+ programs across multiple agencies, including the Department of Transportation and the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

We’re talking below-market loans, grants, and tax credits... all available to help take advantage of preexisting buildings to make more affordable housing.

Which vacant spaces would you like to see converted?

Have you passed an empty office building that would be a sweet apartment? How about some empty warehouses near public transportation that would make for a quick commute?

Tell us which spaces you’d like to see remade into housing at the button below, and we may feature your picks in an upcoming newsletter.
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Events
Monday, Dec. 18
  • The Jacksons | Monday, Dec. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl. | $24+ | Experience the spirit of Motown from original members of the Jackson 5 — Tito, Jackie, and Marlon Jackson.
  • Locals, Pay What You Want at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum | Monday, Dec. 18-Wednesday, Jan. 31 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way | Now through January 31, 2024, if you’re a resident of Davidson and bordering counties, you can Pay-What-You-Want to enjoy exhibits, programs, and more at the Museum.*
Tuesday, Dec. 19
  • The Illusionists - Magic of the Holidays | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | The Fisher Center, 2020 Belmont Blvd. | $43+ | This year’s family-friendly show promises even more illusions, close-up magic, and daring escapes.
Wednesday, Dec. 20
  • “It’s a Wonderful Life” | Wednesday, Dec. 20-Monday, Dec. 25 | Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Ave. | $8.50+ | Watch Frank Capra’s heartwarming holiday classic on the big screen.
Thursday, Dec. 21
  • Winter Solstice Celebration | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 4-7 p.m. | Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Hwy. 100 | Free | Celebrate the beginning of winter and the longest night of the year with wreath making, a luminary trail through the forest, campfires, s’mores, and astronomy.
  • Mick Foley | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 7 p.m. | Zanies Comedy Club, 2025 8th Ave. S. | $30+ | Join the WWE Hall of Famer for a night of classic wrestling tales, followed by a 45-minute Q+A session.
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News Notes
Announced
  • Reigning ACM Group of the Year Old Dominion announced plans for Odie’s, a new Midtown bar and music venue at 1919 Division St. — the former ReBar building. The band partnered with hospitality group Good Time Design ahead of Odie’s anticipated summer 2024 opening. (The Tennessean)
Closing
  • After 14 years in business, The Wild Cow will close on Saturday, Dec. 30. Visit the East Nashville vegan restaurant at 1100 Fatherland St. for a last taste of buffalo beans and greens, and other Wild Cow favorites. It’s open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.
Development
  • A 355-unit multifamily development is set to break ground in January at 1021 South St. The Edgehill property will be known as Alta Rochelle and offer amenities such as a two-level fitness center and a rooftop pool. (Nashville Business Journal)
Sports
  • Despite leading for most of Sunday’s game, the Tennessee Titans fell to the Houston Texans 19-16 in overtime, bringing their season record to 5-9. Score tickets to the Sunday, Dec. 24 home game against the Seattle Seahawks.
Concert
  • The Grand Ole Opry returns to its Ryman Auditorium roots next month. See performances by Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, Brothers Osborne, Maggie Rose, and others on select nights in January. Bonus: Don’t miss out when the Opry Goes Dolly.
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  • Feeling the familiar call of New Year’s Resolutions? Make time for your 2024 priorities and save yourself time in the kitchen with chef-prepared, healthy, ready-to-heat + eat meals (we’re partial to the Nashville menu.) Snag 20% off that first online order with code YOUSAVE20.*
 
Announced

🐅 The cutest vote you’ll cast

Help name the Nashville Zoo’s Sumatran tiger cubs
three tiger cubs in a basket
Let the naming begin. | Photo via Nashville Zoo
The cat’s out of the bag: It’s time to help the Nashville Zoo name its trio of Sumatran tiger cubs.

From now until Thursday, Jan. 11, vote for your favorite names from the zoo’s list of suggestions. The tiger cubs, one male and two females, were born October 20.

Each vote costs $1, and every dollar raised goes to the Tiger Conservation Campaign. The zoo will match donations up to $50,000.

Male names

“These names were selected because their birth was so close to Halloween.”
  • Abu – Indonesian name meaning ash
  • Bulan – Indonesian name meaning moon
  • Hantu – Indonesian name meaning ghost

Female names

“These names were selected in reference to their beauty and a bright hope for the future.”
  • Zara – Malaysian name meaning princess and radiant
  • Zaheera – Malaysian name meaning brilliant and shining
  • Kirana – Indonesian name meaning beautiful sunbeam
  • Kalilla – Indonesian name meaning sweetheart
  • Melati – Indonesian name meaning jasmine flower
Keep your eyes on the tigers — the names will be announced on Friday, Jan. 12.
Ready to vote?
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A Little Free Library popped up outside Jack White’s Third Man Records. You can’t miss it, as it’s painted in the independent record label’s signature black-and-yellow color scheme. If you take a book, be sure to leave one in its place.
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