🗺️ Design your own adventure

🎤 Lectures + design panel

• A Parisian’s Guide to Celebrating the Good Life | Friday, Jan. 12 | 2 p.m. | Ajiri Aki, founder of entertaining and lifestyle brand Madame de la Maison and author, draws on her own experience to share insight into embracing joy.
• The Artistry of Flowers | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 11 a.m. | Gardener, floral designer, and founder of Heartfelt Floristry Gabriela Salazar discusses how growing her own garden changed how she designs with flowers in this floral design lecture and demonstration.
• Chic Couples on Creating Beautiful Collections | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 2 p.m. | This year’s design panel includes Carrier and Company and JAMES Showroom.

🗓️ Don’t miss events

• Preview Party | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 6:30-9 p.m. | View and shop vendors before the rest of the crowd.
• Bourbon Party | Friday, Jan. 12 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Enjoy Southern fare, sip bourbon, and shop the showroom — make sure you’re wearing your best “Nashville cocktail-casual” attire.
• Music in the Gardens | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Listen to Melanie Penn perform.

• Kings County Distillery Tasting | Tuesday, Jan. 9 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Midtown Corkdorks Wine, Spirits, Beer, 1610 Church St. | $25 | A guided tasting of the distillery’s small batch whiskeys + a special pour of Corkdorks’ private selection single barrel cask strength bourbon.
• Nashville Predators vs. Anaheim Ducks | Tuesday, Jan. 9 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $49+ | Join the team on Grateful Dead Night — purchase a special theme package and receive a limited edition Grateful Dead Night Gnash bear tee.

• Basics of Preparing Sushi | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Marble Fox Brewing Company, 701 8th Ave. S. | $55 | Join Classpop! for “Basics of Preparing Sushi” with Chef Timothy and learn how to craft the cuisine — no cooking experience necessary.

• 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, nature-themed puzzles and games, and a warm fire in the fireplace.
• Charles “Wigg” Walker | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 7 p.m. | Nashville Jazz Workshop, 1012 Buchanan St. | $33 | The Nashville native is returning to the Jazz Cave following multiple sold out shows with his acclaimed band: Pat Bergeson (guitar), Charles Treadway (organ), and Pete Abbott (drums).

• Taylor’s Version: A Swiftie Dance Party | Friday, Jan. 12 | 9 p.m. | Eastside Bowl, 1508 Gallatin Pk. S. | $18 | Swifties, shake it off at this Taylor Swift-themed party.

• Jr. Naturalist: Microscope Lab | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 1-2:30 p.m. | Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St. | Free | Hike around the Nature Center to find samples, then take a look at the microscopic world hidden in everything collected — registration required.
• TPAC Art Adventure: “Frozen” | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 2:30 p.m. | TPAC’s Andrew Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St. | $30 | Children ages 7-12 will immerse themselves in an icy wonderland, mastering cues, character development, and songs and dances inspired by “Frozen.”

• Did you catch wind of this? All of Middle Tennessee is under a wind advisory until 12 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Make sure all outdoor furniture is secured as wind gusts from 35 to 50 mph are expected in the area.

• $32 million. That’s the price tag on the pending sale of the Frist family mansion, which is the most expensive deal in state history, according to listing agent Steve Fridrich. The five-bedroom Belle Meade home features a tennis court, guest house, pool, and nine fireplaces. (The Tennessean)

• Good news for Bad Luck Burger Club fans. The smash burger food truck will open a permanent location operating daily at Honeytree Meadery on Friday, Jan. 12. The news follows Alebrije’s decision to close its food truck at Honeytree in the new year.

• Holy smokes. You can stop by a new concept coming to Wedgewood Houston soon — 2018 Lindell Ave. Single Malt Cigar Bar hopes to open by March and will offer cigars ranging from $5-$800, live music, varying membership levels, and a kitchen + 40-ft bar. (The Tennessean)

• The leaders behind Supper Club on Belcourt and Bungalow10 are planning a third Hillsboro Village concept. Jar Cocktail Club will open at an undisclosed date and bring a nightclub atmosphere with a DJ and guest list. Pro tip: RSVP online for free entry before 10 p.m. (The Tennessean)

• Luxury women’s clothing boutique Kirna Zabête unveiled its sixth and largest location yet in Green Hills — 2001 Warfield Dr. Shop more casual pieces on one side with the designer collection on the other. Notable brands include Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent, Chloé, and more. (Nashville Lifestyles)

• The Heritage Foundation will relocate the last standing Rosenwald School in Williamson County to its new home at Franklin Grove on Friday, Jan. 19. Lee-Buckner will be restored and opened as a public landmark. Attend a temporary photo exhibit honoring the school on Thursday, Jan. 11.

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🌱 Spring for seeds

• Bates Nursery & Garden Center, 3810 Whites Creek Pk.
• Gardens of Babylon Landscapes, 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd.
• 615 Nursery and Garden Center, 144 McGavock Pk.
• Plus: Try out the library’s Seed Exchange program.

🌱 Get growing

• Beans
• Beets
• Broccoli
• Cabbage
• Kale
• Lettuce