02.05.2024

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🗳️ Election Day is one month away

Your guide to voting in the 2024 primary election in Nashville

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Here’s what to know ahead of Election Day. | Photo by NASHtoday

The next election in Davidson County is inching closer on Tuesday, March 5, and we’re here to help you prepare for the polls.

As a refresher, the presidential preference primary, county primary, and Berry Hill municipal election will be on the ballot.

Get registered

First things first, register to vote or check your status online. The deadline to register is today, Feb. 5.

Important dates

It’s easy to miss a deadline, so we’ve compiled a timeline:

Voter registration deadline | Monday Feb. 5
Early voting | Wednesday, Feb. 14-Tuesday Feb. 27
Deadline to request absentee ballot | Tuesday, Feb. 27
Election Day | Tuesday, March 5

Early voting locations

All 12 early voting sites open Wednesday, Feb. 14. Locations are closed on Sundays and on Presidents Day. Residents can vote at any site during the following hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday and Saturday), 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Tuesday and Thursday), 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Monday and Friday).

*Bellevue Community Center | 7638A Hwy. 70 S.
Bordeaux Library | 4000 Clarksville Pk.
Casa Azafrán Community Center | 2195 Nolensville Pk.
Edmondson Pike Library | 5501 Edmondson Pk.
*Goodlettsville Library | 205 Rivergate Pkwy.
Green Hills Library | 3701 Benham Ave.
Hermitage Library | 3700 James Kay Ln.
*Hillwood High School | 6215 Hickory Valley Rd.
Madison Library | 610 Gallatin Pk. S.
*Metro Office Building | 800 President Ronald Reagan Way
*South Inglewood Community Center | 1624 Rebecca St.
Southeast Library | 5260 Hickory Hollow Pkwy.

Editor’s Note: Locations marked with an asterisk (*) are new early voting locations.

The ballot + Election Day info

Events

Monday, Feb. 5

Vinyl Jeopardy | Monday, Feb. 5 | 7-9 p.m. | Vinyl Tap, 2038 Greenwood Ave. | Free | Test your trivia skills at Vinyl Jeopardy with new themes and prizes every other week.

Tuesday, Feb. 6

Kate Kennedy | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 7 p.m. | Zanies Comedy Club, 2025 8th Ave. S. | $45+ | Join the podcast host to celebrate the release of her book, “One in a Millennial,” with a classic Be There in Five Live show.

Wednesday, Feb. 7

Made with Love Craft Market | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 4-8 p.m. | East Nashville Beer Works, 320 E. Trinity Ln. | Cost of purchase | Shop local art, handmade jewelry, and embroidered bandanas.

Thursday, Feb. 8

An Evening of Poetry and Prose | Thursday, Feb. 8 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Hodge House, 1905 Chickering Rd. | Free | Compile a couple of your favorite poems and passages and gather around the fireplace to take turns sharing literature that inspires you — registration required.

Friday, Feb. 9

Literary Flour Pop-up | Friday, Feb. 9-Saturday, Feb. 10 | Times vary | Providence Wine and Spirits, 1986 Providence Pkwy., Mt. Juliet | Cost of purchase | Shop literary-themed cookies and treats, or place a Valentine’s Day preorder for Saturday pickup.
The Sweet Spot | Friday, Feb. 9-Saturday, Feb. 17 | 6-10 p.m. | JW Marriott Nashville, 201 8th Ave. S. | $30+ | Reserve a table for two and treat your senses to a dessert wheel featuring nine pastries and desserts, plus a take-away dessert box.

Events calendar here

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Travel

Here’s your invite to a slice of paradise

Two people kayaking on the water while vacationing in Mount Pleasant, SC.

Plan your next getaway and “Make The Most of the Coast” in Mount Pleasant, SC. | Photo provided by Town of Mount Pleasant

It’s time to start planning your next vacay. Escape to the warmth of Mount Pleasant, SC for fresh air, sunshine, coastal views, and delicious food.

Nestled on the Charleston Harbor, Mount Pleasant is the largest coastal town in SC and the perfect destination for:

Outdoor activities
Picnics under sunsets
Kayaking and paddle boarding
Trying delicious Southern cuisine
And more

Plus, you don’t have to leave your pup at home — it’s a pet-friendly destination and a certified “Better City for Pets.”

Start planning your coastal getaway

News Notes

Open

Kinda Collected, a curated market, is now open in East Nashville. The shop stocks pantry items, grab-and-go food, and more at 101 Chapel Ave. #115. Celebrate the new local biz at its grand opening party on Saturday, Feb. 10.

Sports

The Nashville Sounds announced their 2024 promotions schedule. The 75-home game slate includes 31 giveaway dates, 15 postgame fireworks shows, themed weekends, and specialty nights. Some returning promotions include Tito’s Tail Waggin’ Tuesdays + Throwback Thursdays.

Eat

12 South restaurant Locust — helmed by James Beard semifinalist Trevor Moran — announced upcoming service changes. Effective March 1, the restaurant will serve its full menu only during lunch. Dinner service (dumplings and drinks) will be walk-in only. (The Tennessean)

Feel Good

Do you have a local love story? Submit your memories to our local love map by Friday, Feb. 9 for a chance to be featured in the newsletter. Psst — putting your love on the map makes a nice surprise for your sweetheart.

Award

🏆 Nashville’s big night at the Grammys

Nashville’s big night at the 2024 Grammy Awards

Singer-songwriter and musician Brandy Clark posed and sitting in a chair.

Brandy Clark’s Grammy Award-winning “Dear Insecurity” featured Brandi Carlile. | Photo by Victoria Stevens via Warner Records

Music City sure did shine bright at the 66th annual Grammy Awards, with local artists racking up wins and delivering performances on “Music’s Biggest Night.”

From Larkin Poe’s first Grammy win to Luke Combs + Tracy Chapman taking the stage for “Fast Car” to Taylor Swift securing Album of the Year, Nashville’s mark was unmistakable. Here are just a few Grammy winners linked to Music City:

Allison Russell, “Eve Was Black” | Best American Roots Performance
Brandy Clark featuring Brandi Carlile, “Dear Insecurity” | Best Americana Performance
boygenius (hey, Julien Baker), “The Record” | Best Alternative Music Album
Chris Stapleton, “White Horse” | Best Country Solo Performance
Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit, “Weathervanes” | Best Americana Album
Lainey Wilson, “Bell Bottom Country” | Best Country Album
Larkin Poe, “Blood Harmony” | Best Contemporary Blues Album
Paramore, “This Is Why” | Best Rock Album

Catch up on other Nashville wins and test your local Grammy knowledge below.

Asked

A Nashville museum has an interactive gallery dedicated to the Grammys. Which museum?

A. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
B. National Museum of African American Music
C. Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum
D. Tennessee State Museum

And the Grammy goes to...

The Buy

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These cowgirl boot stir sticks from Nashville’s own Coco Cadeaux. They’re festive, pink, and perfect for your Galentine’s Day celebration (bonus: they’re also BPA free).

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Dylan

From the editor

One of my favorite local spots, Otto’s, introduced its very own beer — blonde ale “Tune Up.” If you go soon, be sure to also check out the super cool photo booth.

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