Learn something new with University School of Nashville
Don’t get your dates twisted — sign up for USN’s beer and pretzel twisting class at Von Elrod’s. | Photo via Von Elrod’s
Want to pick up new skills in the new year? For over three decades, Nashvillians have looked to the University School of Nashville’s Evening Classes Program.
This year’s course catalog covers a variety of topics, from astronomy and interior design to cooking and current events. We’ve compiled a sampling below, but be sure to bookmark the full calendar. Note: Classes are open to ages 21 and up.
🥤 Food and bev fun
Proper Sake | Tuesday, Jan. 30 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $150 | Explore the world of sake brewing over a five-course, family-style dinner with pairings.
A Tasty Blast from the Past | Wednesday, March 6 | 6-8 p.m. | $80 | Gather at Elliston Place Soda Shop to learn about the glory days of soda fountains and try classics like phosphates, floats, and sodas — burger and fries included.
🧶 Discover a new hobby
Drawing Workshop | Thursday, Feb. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | $60 | Instructor Angus Galloway will discuss, demonstrate, and teach the art of two-handed drawing.
Beginning Crochet | Monday, March 4 | 6-8:30 p.m. | $50 | Come ready to learn the basics as you crochet cotton dishcloths.
Build Your Own Terrarium at AshBlue | Saturday, April 6 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | $100 | Decorate your self-made terrarium with ferns, tropical plants, rocks, and moss.
🎨 Go behind the scenes
Frist Art Museum | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 6-7 p.m. | $35 | Join Mark Scala, the museum’s chief curator, for a tour of the “Southern/Modern” exhibition.
An Evening with the Nashville Symphony | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 5-8 p.m. | $40 | The program includes a tour of the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, a lecture by conductor Giancarlo Guerrero, and a Nashville Symphony performance.
Mindful Mondays | Monday, Jan. 8 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Donelson Hot Yoga, 2428 Lebanon Pk. | $10+ | Bring a mat (and a friend) to this weekly yoga class.
Nuptials at Noelle | Monday, Jan. 8 | 6-8 p.m. | Noelle, 200 4th Ave. N. | Free | Explore, plan, and be inspired at this wedding exploration event showcasing the latest trends from local vendors and bridal partners.
Tuesday, Jan. 9
Performance: Charlie Worsham featuring Long Jon | Tuesday, Jan. 9 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S. | Cost of admission | Singer-songwriter Charlie Worsham is joined by Long Jon to perform original songs and bluegrass standards.
Wednesday, Jan. 10
Barrels of Laughs | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 6-9 p.m. | Pennington Distilling Co., 900 44th Ave. N. | $10+ | Join the distillery for a night of music and comedy.
Thursday, Jan. 11
Night at the Nature Center | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Hwy. 100 | Free | Enjoy a cozy evening indoors with hot beverages and nature-themed puzzles and games.
Friday, Jan. 12
Wishing Chair Productions presents “The Frog Prince” | Friday, Jan. 12 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St. | Free | With the help of a golden ball, a lonely frog teaches a princess the true meaning of friendship.
Opry at the Ryman | Friday, Jan. 12 | 7 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $70+ | See the show that made country music famous at its former home with performances by Brothers Osborne, Lucinda Williams, and more.
Local boutique Molly Green has arrived in 12 South. The new storefront at 2408 12th Ave. S. (next to MAFIAoZA’s) is the company’s fourth Nashville-area location. Browse the shop’s new arrivals.
Biz
A new grocery store is coming to Madison. Sprouts Farmers Market is set to open in 2025 at Shoppes at Rivergate — 2156 Gallatin Pike N. The organic grocer has locations in Bellevue and South Nashville. (Nashville Business Journal)
Sports
The Tennessee Titans defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 28-20 yesterday to finish the season with a 6-11 record. It was another historic day for Derrick Henry, who passed Earl Campbell for most 100-yard rushing games in franchise history. Read the full recap.
Traffic
TDOT plans to widen a 4.4-mile stretch of Nolensville Pike from south of Burkitt Road to near Old Hickory Boulevard. The existing two-lane roadway will become five lanes with sidewalks on each side. Want to learn more? Attend tonight’s community meeting.
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Plan Ahead
Commemorating MLK Day in Nashville
Martin Luther King Jr. Day events in Nashville
Mural south of downtown at 125 Lafayette St. | Photo by NASHtoday
Monday, Jan. 15 is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and several Nashville organizations are hosting events, volunteer opportunities, and celebrations of life.
The annual Nashville MLK Day begins Wednesday, Jan. 10 with daily events held through Monday, Jan. 15, including presentations, a youth symposium, a march along Jefferson Street, and a convocation at TSU’s Gentry Center. Poet Nikki Giovanni is this year’s keynote speaker.
Here are a few other events commemorating the life, work, and legacy of Dr. King:
MLK Joint Day of Service | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | A day of volunteering for students, faculty, and staff at Nashville-area colleges.
Let Freedom Sing | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | The Nashville Symphony performs a free community concert with special guests.
Volunteer Tree Planting | Monday, Jan. 15 | 9-11 a.m. | Help plant 50 trees in the Bordeaux area of Nashville — tools and gloves will be provided.
Vanderbilt University | Monday, Jan. 15 | 1:30 p.m. | Vanderbilt hosts keynote speaker Khalil Ekulona of WPLN’s “This Is Nashville.” The event also will be livestreamed.
Arnold’s is back, y’all. The restaurant reopens for lunch service today and is expected to remain open for the foreseeable future. Today’s (Jan. 8) specials are cherry smoked baby back ribs and cauliflower casserole.
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