• History of Nashville’s drinking water
• Nashville neighborhoods as drinks
• NASHtoday x Killjoy’s mocktail series

• Hummingbird Hints: A Gardening Display | Monday, May 27 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Long Hunter State Park, 2910 Hobson Pk. | Free | Stop by anytime to hear Ranger Leslie’s tips for attracting hummingbirds.
• Pool Party | Monday, May 27 | 12 p.m. | Virgin Hotels Nashville, 1 Music Sq. W. | $35+ | Head up to the 14th floor pool for swimming and a DJ set by Tay Keith.

• Bleachers | Tuesday, May 28-Wednesday, May 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $66+ | The band fronted by Jack Antonoff is touring in support of their self-titled fourth studio album.

• Astronomy on Tap | Wednesday, May 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Jackalope Brewing Company - The Ranch, 429B Houston St. | Free+ | Hear from Rahul Patel on “Jupiter’s Juicy Secrets” and Sara Frederick on “X-rays from Black Holes.”

• An Audiobrary Evening with Julia Whelan | Thursday, May 30 | 5 p.m. | Love and Exile, 715 Main St. | Free+ | A conversation between bestselling author Julia Whelan and Book’em Award winner Julian Vaca about storytelling.
• Le Petit Chef | Thursday, May 30-Friday, May 31 | Times vary | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway | $139+ | Immerse yourself in a 3D culinary adventure with themed music, props, and multiple dinner courses.

• Memorial Day, honoring US military personnel who died in the line of duty. It is a federal holiday, meaning civic offices, most state offices, banks, and public libraries will be closed.

• The former Fable Lounge space at 114 28th Ave. N. is slated for a Mediterranean-inspired bar and restaurant. The new owners plan to have outdoor seating for ~300 people, an upstairs cigar lounge, and a live music stage. Stay tuned for the name + opening date. (Nashville Business Journal)

• Nashville is one of four cities hosting MLB’s Home Run Derby X tour. See how the game works + plan to cheer on former MLB players Andruw Jones and Nick Swisher, as well as women’s baseball and softball stars and local talent, at the Saturday, Aug. 31 event. Tickets start at $10.

• Luggage brand Away is opening its first Nashville store on Thursday, May 30. In celebration, the shop at 2311 12th Ave. S., Ste. #103 will host an event on Saturday, June 15 (10 a.m.-6 p.m.) with Crema Coffee, Guerilla Bizkits, and a summer read curated by Ann Patchett.

• Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, and Jack White are just a few familiar faces spotted at Fender’s grand opening party. The new headquarters in East Nashville is divided into two areas: a specialized woodworking studio and an artist relations/office space. See inside the space designed by Powell. (Guitar World)

• It’s not too late to plan a trip this summer. The ultimate (and affordable) destination? Lexington, KY. So, what’s on the itinerary for this unexpectedly cool and conveniently located destination? We’re glad you asked. Here’s what to do + where to go in Lexington (just a three-hour drive from Nashville).*

• Don’t let summer heat drain you. One scoop of Native Hydrate electrolyte drink mix = increased energy levels, improved muscle strength, and improved bladder function all season long.*

Fast facts

• Opryland closed in December 1997. At its peak, the park was drawing in over 2 million visitors annually.
• “Family Feud” taped several episodes at Opryland in 1993 during host Ray Combs’ final season, which featured notable figures like Brenda Lee and the Mandrells.
• In 1995, the whitewater rafting Grizzly River Rampage was also used as the course for qualifying rounds for the 1996 Summer Olympics.