Nearby state parks and natural areas

• 1,678 acres
• Leashed dogs allowed
• Bonus: Bookmark the spring calendar so you don’t miss the Nashville Outdoor Expo, a Pink Moon hike, and a tasting event.

• 225 acres
• Limited access with permission from Warner Parks
• Dogs not allowed
• Bonus: Enjoy a rare opportunity for spring birding at the Hill Forest on Friday, May 17.

• 2,600 acres
• Fishing, 20+ miles of hiking trails, camping, and two boat launch ramps
• Dogs not allowed on the following trails: Bryant Grove Trail, Couchville Lake Trail, and the Nature Loop Trail.
• Bonus: The park has a 50-ft-tall rentable adventure course.

• 1,368 acres
• Open to the public with trail access
• Leashed dogs allowed on paved surfaces
• Bonus: Hike up to the Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center during open house hours.

Spring events at state parks

• Nashville Predators vs. Winnipeg Jets | Tuesday, April 9 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $35+ | Join the team for their 9th annual Preds Pride Night — the special ticket package includes a custom-designed T-shirt.
• Local Love | Tuesday, April 9 | 7-10:30 p.m. | Acme Feed & Seed, 101 Broadway | Free+ | Join this Nashville spot every Tuesday for performances by local musicians on the first floor stage.

• Whiskey Wednesday Tasting Series | Wednesday, April 10 | 7 + 8:30 p.m. | JW Marriott Nashville, 201 8th Ave. S. | $45 | Step inside the hotel’s hidden cocktail lounge for a whiskey tasting series led by Burnt Church Whiskey.
• Generous Helpings | Wednesday, April 10 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Marathon Music Works, 1402 Clinton St. | $82 | A showcase of some of the city’s best food, wine, and craft beer benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee.

• Yoga in the Courtyard | Thursday, April 11 | 6-7 p.m. | Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway | $5+ | Bring your own mat to this outdoor class led by Small World Yoga.

• Nashville Skyline: A Tribute to Bob Dylan | Friday, April 12 | 2-8 p.m. | Tennessee Brew Works, 809 Ewing Ave. | Free+ | This brewery hosts Chrome Horse, the Tennessee Warblin’ Duo, and Pat DeMicco for a celebration of Bob Dylan’s music.
• Belmont Opera Presents The Merry Widow | Friday, April 12-Sunday, April 14 | Times vary | Troutt Theater, 2100 Belmont Blvd. | $7-$17 | See the beloved comic operetta, riddled with comic mishap, musical masterpieces, a little bit of romance, and even a few dance numbers.*

• Maren Morris and Karina Argow | Saturday, April 13 | 2 p.m. | Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pk. | $24 | Morris and Argow will sign copies of their children’s book, “Addie Ant Goes On an Adventure.”

Hit the beach

Explore Downtown

Dine with a view

• Bridgestone Arena will debut a new premium club space in October. The Studio membership is $50,000 annually and includes lower-level views at all Preds games and most arena events, as well as all-inclusive food and beverages and other perks. See the renderings.

• Sushi Row is eyeing a May opening south of downtown. The eatery, which has roots in Colorado, will set up shop inside T3 Wedgewood-Houston — 1234 Martin St. Aside from sushi rolls, expect temaki tacos, oysters, and the option to add caviar to several dishes. (Nashville Business Journal)

• Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint owner Pat Martin stars in “Life of Fire,” a new series on the Outdoor Channel. Tune in beginning Monday, May 6 to see the pitmaster highlight outdoor cooking across the US. Bonus: Episode 6 will feature local restaurateur Bill Darsinos. (Nashville Scene)

• Barre3 Nashville has closed its Gulch location ahead of its move to Capitol View (opening date is TBA). In the meantime, visit the Paddock Place location or follow the biz on Instagram for upcoming pop-up events.

• It’s a barbecue showdown. Edley’s Bar-B-Que’s Pitmaster Competition is underway through Sunday, May 5. Every week, each Edley’s location will present a new dish for patrons to vote on. Check out the first week’s menu lineup.

• Little Big Town will celebrate their 25th anniversary with the 18-date “Take Me Home” tour featuring special guests Sugarland and The Castellows. The country acts stop at Bridgestone Arena on Friday, Dec. 13. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 12.

• Hear from local transit agencies at “Ticket to Ride” on Friday, April 26. Participants will board WeGo Star at Riverfront Station (4:10 p.m. or 5 p.m.) and travel to Donelson Station for food, drinks, and conversation at Phat Bites. Register for the free event.

• Did you know that it’s National Poetry Month? If you’re a poet and totally know it, try your hand at our NASHtoday Poetry Contest. The catch? You can only use words found in our Wednesday, April 3 newsletter. Learn more + submit your poem by Sunday, April 14.

• Psst — When’s the last time you replaced your bath mat? Our favorite memory foam bath mat is on sale through the weekend.*

• Brewery snack or appetizer
• Main course
• Weekly meal deal
• Beer and food pairing