What we’re eyeing

• Haven 6-Piece Teak Outdoor Sectional: This coastal chic statement piece is also practical, offering space for everyone to cozy up together around the fire pit.
• Pure Series Midland Planter: The front entry is the first thing your guests see. If it’s lacking that “wow” factor, these oversized planters might do the trick.
• Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad 10 Pc Stainless Steel Cookware Set: Summer is a time for entertaining. If you’re tired of looking at those mismatched pots and pans collected over the years, start fresh this season with a stainless steel set built to last.

The deets on discounts

• Area rugs up to 80% off
• Bedding up to 65% off
• Cookware + bakeware up to 60% off
• Home office furniture up to 55% off
• Living room seating up to 60% off
• Mirrors and decor up to 65% off
• Outdoor furniture up to 60% off
• Outdoor lighting and decor up to 55% off
• And more.

• Goat Yoga | Monday, May 6 | 6:30 p.m. | Capitol View, 1006 Nelson Merry St. | $43 | Goat Yoga Nashville brings their furry friends to Capitol View for a session that will leave you filling zen.

• Opening Day: 12 South Farmers Market | Tuesday, May 7 | 4-7 p.m. | Sevier Park, 3200 12th Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | Enjoy live music, food trucks, and shopping with 80+ local vendors.
• Author Event: Aimee Nezhukumatathil | Tuesday, May 7 | 6:30 p.m. | Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pk. | Free | Hear from Aimee Nezhukumatathil, author of “Bite by Bite,” in conversation with Margaret Renkl.

• The Marshall Tucker Band | Wednesday, May 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $66+ | The band performs downtown with special guest Jefferson Starship.

• Beginner’s Introduction to Crochet | Thursday, May 9 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The Forge Nashville, 217 Willow St. | $95 | Learn how to crochet a dishcloth in this no experience needed, all materials provided class.

• Nashville Margarita Festival | Friday, May 10 | 6-9 p.m. | oneC1TY, 8 City Blvd. | $63+ | Tickets include 12 margarita samples, plus access to food truck eats, dancing, and photo booth fun.
• Library After Hours: Design and Architecture Tour | Friday, May 10 | 7-9 p.m. | New Donelson Library Branch, 2714 Old Lebanon Rd. | $100 | Get a sneak peek of the new Donelson library branch and hear from the building’s designers and architects.

• The Nashville Predators’ season has come to an end following a 1-0 loss to the Vancouver Canucks in Game 6, Round 1 of the playoffs. If you missed Friday’s game at Bridgestone Arena, read through the highlights.

• Now that’s what we call “making an entrance.” In case you missed it, Tanya Tucker welcomed guests to her new pop-up bar on Broadway last week the best way she knows how: on horseback. Get an inside look at Tanya Tucker’s Tequila Cantina, located on the second floor of Nudie’s Honky Tonk.

• Yelp released its roundup of “Top 100 Local Businesses” across multiple categories — from auto and beauty to fashion, fitness, and food. Nashville’s The Horn, a Somali cafe serving coffee, chai, and sambusas, made the list. Order online.

• CMA Fest week means even more star-studded performances across Music City. Catch Carrie Underwood and Kip Moore (June 4), Jelly Roll and Cody Johnson (June 5) + Mark Willis and Terri Clark (June 6) at the Grand Ole Opry for special performances. (WZTV)

• Soak up the sun, and tell everyone. Nashville Shores opens for weekends on Saturday, May 11. Daily operations begin Thursday, May 23. Get discounted season tickets and the Treetop Adventure Park special online now. Plus, save the date for the Adults Only Pool Party on Friday, May 17. Tickets are selling quickly.

For the kids

Other helpful links

• Come hungry, here’s who’s serving up festival fare.
• Art has a range of mediums, bookmark the entertainment schedule to hear from area musicians.
• Know before you go: Here’s a map showing you where to park (that’s free, too) and find festival highlights.