Try This: Explore the world with Google Arts & Culture
Don’t worry, there’s no map required. | Photo via Pexels
Whether you’re eager to learn more about different cultures across the globe without stepping foot in an airport, or you want to spend your lunch break doing something other than scrolling social media — we’ve got a pretty neat activity for you to try.
Google Arts & Culture, a digital initiative to make the world’s art and culture more accessible, partnered with 2,000+ cultural institutions and artists to create a free online platform with high-resolution images and videos of art and artifacts.
There’s no place like home. Check out photos that date back to the mid-1800s. Plus, view a digital collection by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum that explores everything from Nashville’s music scene from 1945 to 1970, to a story about Loretta Lynn. Bonus: Check out these museums to visit in-person.
Explore this foodie-centric mountain town through Google Arts & Culture’s 450+ historic photos and an online collection that was built in partnership with the Moogseum.
The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge (aka the Cooper River Bridge) connects downtown Charleston to Mt. Pleasant.
Travel back in time while viewing historic photos, some even from the 1860s. We especially love this shot of Multnomah Falls and this panorama of Portland and the Willamette River — both were taken in 1867.
Please confirm times and locations before you go as some of these events may have changed due to inclement weather.
Tuesday, Jan. 16
Mean Girls Trivia Night | Tuesday, Jan. 16 | 7-9 p.m. | Von Elrod’s Beer Hall and Kitchen, 1004 4th Ave. N., Nashville | Free | You’ll want to wear pink and brush up on those classic Mean Girls movie lines.
First Annual “Girls Night Out” | Thursday, Jan. 18 | 6:30 p.m. | 14TENN, 1410 51st Ave. N. | $135+ | Benefiting Project Redesign, the event features Amy Grant and comedian Henry Cho for a night full of laughter and empowerment.
Friday, Jan. 19
Outside The Sky: Sound Bath | Friday, Jan. 19 | 8-9:30 p.m. | 1305 Marathon Village | $29 | Bring a yoga mat and anything you need to feel comfortable laying down, such as a pillow or blanket, for this ambient-meditative sound bath.
Robert Ellis & Parker Millsap | Friday, Jan. 19 | 8 p.m. | The Blue Room, 623 7th Ave. S. | $26 | Doors open at 7 p.m. for this standing-room only show.
Saturday, Jan. 20
TPAC Arts Adventure: Moana | Saturday, Jan. 20 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | TPAC’s Andrew Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St. | $30 | TPAC’s teaching artists lead fun, interactive activities that will inspire imagination based on the themes of your child’s favorite shows and stories.
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News Notes
Announced
Metro Nashville Public Schools will remain closed today, Jan. 16 and tomorrow, Jan. 17 due to inclement weather conditions. Review the full list of area school closures. (The Tennessean)
Civic
Trash and recycling collection is suspended today, Jan. 16, and assessments will be made regarding Wednesday’s collection, according to Metro Water Services. Convenience Centers will be closed today.
Coming Soon
Cummins Station will soon be caffinated. The development announced a forthcoming Starbucks location at the corner of Demonbreun Street and 10th Avenue South. Stay tuned for the opening date. (Nashville Post)
Plan Ahead
Orchids at Cheekwood returns for a sixth year on Saturday, Feb. 10. The month-long celebration on the mansion’s loggia features tropical foliage and an array of colorful orchids. Take a peek at the calendar for orchid-themed classes and workshops, performances, and a concert series.
Civic
Friends of Shelby Park is hosting a community meeting on Thursday, Jan. 18 (4:30-6:30 p.m.) for the future Shelby Commons development. Plans for the art-focused community hub were announced in November + involve revitalizing the former US Naval Reserve Training Center.
Drink
Mark your calendars. East Nashville Beer Fest returns to East Park on Saturday, April 13 for a day of tastings from 50+ breweries, food trucks, and live music. Tickets are now on sale — and psst, the first 1,000 tickets are $45 throwback prices.
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❄️ Your Nashville snow memories
The history of snow in Nashville
Belmont Mansion covered in snow in February 2021. | Photo by @i_am_payton_tabb
Last week, we asked you to reminisce on snows of Nashville’s past. If you’re like us, these five stories will make you want to go outside and hop on a sled, build a snowman, or round up the neighborhood for a snowball fight.
“My senior year at Belmont, I lived on campus and we had a huge snow (either 2015 or 2016). A bunch of us walked down to Sevier Park and there were so many people sledding it looked like a Norman Rockwell painting. I’ll never forget it. Then, we all got to walk down 12th in the snow and stop at Frothy to warm up with some coffee. Campus was fun, too — full of snowmen and things written in the snow by cheeky college students!” — Haley C.
“I was in elementary school in the early 90s and we had the best snow/ice storm that hit. Our power was out, but we didn’t care. It was so much fun for us kids walking around the neighborhood and sledding around on trash can tops. Best snow break ever!” — Tyanna N.
Brrrr. Hope everyone is staying warm this week. This weather calls for a piping hot bowl of Nicoletto’s pasta — good thing I recently stocked up on my fave bronze cut Creste di Gallo.
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