06.17.2024

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Your guide to picking up pickleball in the Nashville area

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In a pickle and don’t know where to play the popular game? Keep reading. | Photo by NASHtoday

The pickleball craze continues. The sport that mixes elements of tennis, ping pong, and badminton has gained popularity over the years — across the country and right here in Nashville.

High demand and low supply (Nashville ranked No. 79 in the US for number of pickleball courts per capita) can make finding a court to play on a challenge in itself. Whether you’re new to the game or haven’t played in awhile, brush up on the rules and find a local court using our guide:

The Courts at West Meade, 812 Davidson Dr.
Hate waiting around for your turn? This court’s structure cuts the down time by only offering sign ups for the number of players it has spots for. Plus, try out one of the social groups like Mix and Mingle, designed for players ages 21 to 35.

Rooftop Lounge Dinkville Pickleball, 230 4th Ave. N.
Play pickle 10 stories up with downtown views at Bobby Hotel’s pop-up, which runs through Oct. 20. Court reservation is $40.

Gordon Jewish Community Center, 801 Percy Warner Blvd.
Three indoor courts in the full gym (four times weekly) and one indoor court in the half gym (three times weekly) are available with nets, balls, and paddles provided. If you have your own paddles and balls, feel free to dink on the outdoor tennis courts during operating hours.

Centennial Sportsplex Tennis Center, 224 25th Ave. N.
The athletic complex’s 12 pickleball courts are ready for open play hours ($10 for nonmembers) and Intro to Pickleball classes ($30).

Metro Parks and Recreation, Various locations
Metro offers indoor and outdoor pickleball play at 15+ parks and regional centers, though some places require you to bring your own net.

5 more courts + 4 pickle groups

Asked

In what year was pickleball invented?

A. 1988
B. 2002
C. 1965
D. 2012

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Events

Monday, June 17

“Finding Dory” | Monday, June 17 | 4:30 p.m. | Nashville Shores, 4001 Bell Rd. | Cost of admission | Dive in and watch the family-friendly flick on the LED screen in the wave pool.

Tuesday, June 18

Voila! | Tuesday, June 18-Wednesday, June 19 | 6-10 p.m. | Stateside Kitchen, 210 4th Ave. N. | Cost of purchase | Experience a night of magic at this interactive multi-course dinner — reservation required.
Nashville Sounds vs. Durham Bulls | Tuesday, June 18-Sunday, June 23 | Times vary | First Horizon Park, 19 Junior Gilliam Way | $10+ | A couple of this week’s promotions include a Henry Kimbro bobblehead giveaway (Wednesday) and Hot Chicken Weekend (Saturday and Sunday).

Wednesday, June 19

Juneteenth615 | Wednesday, June 19 | 5-9:45 p.m. | Fort Negley Park, 1100 Fort Negley Blvd. | Free | Attend the proclamation ceremony and watch live performances + a fireworks show.

Thursday, June 20

Gulch Summer Market | Thursday, June 20 | 4-7 p.m. | Noble Park, 11th Ave. S. | Free+ | The first 100 people at the market will receive free bites from Bad Luck Burger Club.
Whiskey & Cheese Pairing Class | Thursday, June 20 | 7-9 p.m. | The Factory at Franklin’s Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin | $40 | This class offers a relaxed and educational environment for whiskey enthusiasts and cheese lovers.

Friday, June 21

Full Moon Night Swim | Friday, June 21 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | W Nashville, 300 12th Ave. S. | $28+ | Hit the WET Deck for a night swim with glowing lights under the June Strawberry Moon and a frozen Aperol sorbet in hand.

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News Notes

Open

Here they grow. Jade & Clover, a plants and goods shop, expanded to Nashville and joined forces with Merge Coffee Bar. The pair opened over the weekend in the Gulch at 815 Old Division St. Grab a signature latte like the bourbon vanilla, then build a terrarium + shop clothes and other gifts.

Coming Soon

Cyanide Cider’s coming. The new spot hosts its soft opening on Friday, June 21 and Sunday, June 23 (12-9 p.m.) in South Nashville at 410 Woodbine St. Popular food truck Birria Babe will also open inside with kitchen hours from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. both days.

Biz

Another culinary concept is on the way to Rutledge Hill. Mona, an Italian restaurant, hopes to become operational at 20 Academy Pl. in the next two months. The team behind the new biz is also working on a building just down the street that will offer retail, restaurant, and residential space. (Nashville Post)

Nashvillian

Music City showed out at the US Olympic swim trials in Indianapolis on Saturday. Nashville’s Gretchen Walsh, a Harpeth Hall graduate and now college swimmer at Virginia, set a world record for the 100-meter butterfly at 55.18 seconds. Watch the historic moment. (WTVF)

Arts

Any Tom Petty fans in the house? The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled its newest display, which honors the artist and supplements the “Western Edge” exhibition. Through summer 2025, you’ll see artifacts like a jacket he wore at the 1985 Live Aid international charity concert + the manuscript for “Southern Accents.”

Finance

Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*

Listen

It’s our time to shine (and sing), Music City

How to celebrate Make Music Day in Nashville

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Music City will turn the volume up on Make Music Day. | Photo by Make Music Nashville

Make Music Day Nashville returns Friday, June 21 as a citywide celebration of music open to all ages, genres, and skill levels.

Did you know Make Music Day isn’t just local? It’s held annually on the summer solstice in cities across the world — and unlike your typical ticketed concert or festival — events are free and open to anyone who wants to take part.

So far, there are 13 performances across six venues this year. You can bookmark the interactive map, including locations and times of each act, at the button below. But first, here’s a sampling of what you’ll hear:

Yazoo Brewing Company, 900 River Bluff Dr. | Coral Bay Steel Drum Band | 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Studio NPL, 615 Church St. | Synth & Circuit Bending Bash | 3-5 p.m.
Nashville International Airport (Green Beans Coffee Co. stage), 1 Terminal Dr. | Riders in the Sky | 3-5 p.m.

Map out your music moves

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From the editor

Peach Fest is back at the 12 South Farmers Market in Sevier Park tomorrow, June 18 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. There’s still time to submit your best peach-themed creation in the baking competition, plus, you’ll want to stop by the 865 Studio Shirts tent to watch the team screenprint custom Peach Fest shirts.

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