A rainbow over the Ryman will put a smile on your face. | Photo by @susie_saladino
February is the season of love, but we’re adding kindness to the mix. Next week is Random Acts of Kindness Week (Feb. 11-17), but these eight acts can be performed any time of year.
Bring treats to work
The next time you’re on the way to work, grab your coworkers some coffee or pastries. Bonus: Visit one of these coffee shops that gives back to the community and beyond. Win, win.
Show local businesses some love
It’s no secret that we love our small businesses. Consider writing a positive review after your shopping trip, lunch, or date night.
And local musicians, too
“Support Nashville artists by buying their music and tipping if there’s a way. And getting merch from the show!” — Hillary J.
Get involved with Adopt-a-Street
Show your street some love through the city’s Adopt-a-Street program. Get a group together (your neighborhood, family, or friends) or adopt as an individual. Pro tip: You can adopt as little as four blocks, or as much as you’d like.
“Does anyone send snail mail anymore? Opening the mailbox and seeing something that’s not junk mail or bills always makes me feel good.” — Suzanne G.
Help our furry friends
Consider fostering or adopting pets in need of a home, or volunteer at local shelters like NHA and MACC. You can also donate monetarily or drop off blankets, toys, food, and supplies.
ABLE’s Spring Warehouse Sale | Friday, Feb. 9-Saturday, Feb. 10 | Times vary | 7335 Cockrill Bend Blvd. | Cost of purchase | Shop discounted clothing at the fashion brand’s semi-annual spring warehouse sale.
Grace Potter | Friday, Feb. 9 | 8 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $63+ | The rock singer-songwriter will be joined by special guest Brittney Spencer.
Saturday, Feb. 10
Valenshines Moonshine Sippin’ Excursion Train | Saturday, Feb. 10 | 1 p.m. | Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St. | $85+ | Sip four Ole Smoky moonshine samples while you enjoy a snack bag courtesy of Smith’s Catering on this three-hour excursion.
12 South Farmers Market Valentine’s Pop-Up | Saturday, Feb. 10 | 12-4 p.m. | Saint Elle, 1420 3rd Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | Enjoy live music, local food and drinks, and Nashville-based small business vendors.
Sunday, Feb. 11
Box for the Pups | Sunday, Feb. 11 | 12-2 p.m. | HOTBOX Fitness, 1006 Nelson Merry St. | $25 | This boxing class is followed by complimentary tea and bites + a FurEver Friends pop-up — ticket sales will be donated to Wags & Walks Nashville.
Super Bowl Watch Party | Sunday, Feb. 11 | 5-10 p.m. | Acme Feed & Seed, 101 Broadway | Cost of purchase | Head to the restaurant’s second floor for hot wings and other bites, drink specials, and the chance to win prizes.
Monday, Feb. 12
Latte Art Throwdown | Monday, Feb. 12 | 6 p.m. | Bagelshop, 2708 Old Lebanon Rd. | Free+ | Bring $10 cash to participate in the shop’s first-ever latte art throwdown or cheer on the competition at no cost.
From now-Thursday, Feb. 15 you can get your loved one a trip to the spa, plus a box of artisan chocolates. | Photo provided by Louis Sherry
Sweep your sweetheart off their feet with a day of pampering at Woodhouse Spa — witha special, seasonal touch.
To celebrate the day of love, Woodhouse Spa is including a free 12-piece box of luxurious Louis Sherry Chocolates with the purchase of a $250 gift card (limit one gift purchase per customer).
Your sweetie will enjoy a day of relaxation (think: a massage, body treatment, facial + more) and savor premium, high-quality chocolates presented in Louis Sherry’s iconic signature packaging.
Sperry’s Restaurant is launching a duel concept in Bellevue next month at 7745 Hwy 70 S. Cafe Sperry’s will be open daily for coffee, pastries, and grab-and-go items. Similar to the Belle Meade location, Sperry’s Mercantile will offer meats/seafood, curated grocery items, and more.
Open
Nashville’s Whiskey Hound, a business that infuses local spirits into its products, is opening a shop inside the Nashville Farmers Market today, Feb. 9. Get to know the company’s offerings, including seasonings and barrel-aged honey and hot sauces.
Development
Forthcoming Gulch hotel Caption by Hyatt Nashville is expected to open early next year after “topping out” recently. The 210-room hotel will feature indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, a fitness center + food and beverage concept Talk Shop.
List
Forbes Travel Guide released its list of top hotels, restaurants, and spas as part of the 2024 Star Awards, and a few Nashville spots made the cut. The Joseph and its fine dining concept Yolan received the second-highest ranking of four stars. Four other local properties are “recommended.”
Drink
The Fainting Goat Coffee Co. opened a second location, this time in downtown Franklin. The shop at 1143 Columbia Ave. offers coffee, food, and indoor and outdoor seating.
Seasonal
Fun in the trees awaits. The Adventure Park at Nashville reopens for the season on Friday, March 1. The zipline and climbing experience will celebrate opening weekend with its signature “Glow in the Park” event. View the schedule.
Weather
NWS Nashville will host a free event on Severe Weather Awareness Day (Saturday, Feb. 24) at Trevecca Nazarene University. Participants will have the chance to meet local meteorologists and hear from keynote speaker James Spann. Registration is open.
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Sports
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Announced
We’re excited to share that 6AM City, our parent company, closed its Series A funding round led by the media company, TEGNA. This partnership means continuing to deliver the same hyper-local news and events while expanding our reach to new readers and communities. Learn more.
If you love crawfish boils, get ‘em while you can this season. | Photo by Logan Ellzey via Unsplash
Crawfish, crawdads, crayfish, and mudbugs — whatever you call them, Nashville buzzes with all-you-can eat boils every spring. However, this year may see fewer events due to challenging conditions affecting the Louisiana crawfish population.
The peak season runs from March to May, and with Louisiana’s ongoing exceptional drought, industry experts are warning of shortages and higher prices.
As of now, Nashvillians still have opportunities to pinch tails this season. Bringle’s Smoking Oasis announced its annual crawfish boil is on for Sunday, April 7. And if you really want to get your hands dirty, check out The Chef and I’s cooking class and dinner on Sunday, March 10.
Meanwhile, Tennessee Brew Works is pivoting to a shrimp boil on Saturday, March 2-Sunday, March 3 with 1,300 pounds of Gulf shrimp, andouille sausage, corn, and potatoes.
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Another random act of kindness: Share this newsletter to a friend so they, too, can participate (and stay informed on all things Nashville, of course).
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