• There’s no better spot to film your version of the “Apple” TikTok dance than in an apple orchard. Apples will be ready to harvest soon, so check for updates from Breeden’s Orchard and Morning Glory Orchard. Then, you can show off your moves while picking up some fresh (and local) produce.
• Keep “brat summer” going into fall by catching Charli XCX at Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 2. The chart-topping pop doesn’t stop there — Chappell Roan’s playing a sold-out show Tuesday, Oct. 1 and Sabrina Carpenter headlines Bridgestone on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Prep for these shows by going to White Limozeen’s “Back to Brat” party tonight, Aug. 5.
• Cue up the album, strap on your helmet, and join other cyclists for this year’s Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee, better known as BRAT. The six-day cycling tour hosted by Tennessee State Parks takes place Sept. 14-19. By our calculation, you could stream “brat” in full ~208 times.

• Bloom in Your Classroom | Monday, Aug. 5-Tuesday, Aug. 6 | 7-9 a.m. | Rose Hill Flowers | Cost of purchase | Bring your little scholars to the flower shop for a photo opportunity — each student receives a complimentary bloom to gift their teacher.
• Taylor Swift Trivia Night | Monday, Aug. 5 | 7 p.m. | East Nashville Beer Works | Free+ | Calling all Swifties for a night of trivia with friends with the top three teams receive gift cards.

• The Library Vehicle | Tuesday, Aug. 6 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Nashville Public Library’s Hermitage Branch | Free | Explore the 53-ft interactive Library Vehicle + enjoy free ebooks, audiobooks, films, and more using your library card.

• “Hairspray” | Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 8 p.m. | Belcourt Theatre | $9+ | The 2007 film starring John Travolta, Nikki Blonsky, and Zac Efron hits the big screen.

• The Rhyme and The Reason on 3rd | Thursday, Aug. 8 | 12 p.m. | 3rd and Lindsley | $20+ | Hear the stories behind Nashville’s biggest hits performed by Marla Cannon-Goodman, Matraca Berg, Deana Carter, and more.
• Chef’s by Nature Series with Nyesha Arrington | Thursday, Aug. 8 | 5-10 p.m. | 1 Kitchen | $125+ | Join celebrity chef Nyesha Arrington, a former “Top Chef” contestant and a mentor and judge on FOX’s “Next Level Chef.”

• An EPIC ‘80s Sing-Along | Friday, Aug. 9 | 8 p.m. | Chief’s | $31 | Sing all your favorite ‘80s hits at this interactive show that turns the audience into performers.

• The Sicilian Butcher plans to open in late 2024 or early 2025 at Wedgewood-Houston’s mixed-use development The Finery. To get a sense of the menu, expect a choose-your-own-meatball experience, 5-ft charcuterie + dessert boards, and a “cannoli Ferris wheel.” The restaurant has locations in Arizona and Texas. (Nashville Business Journal)

• Mariah Carey’s “Christmas Time” tour visits 20 cities this holiday season, with a stop at Bridgestone Arena on Monday, Nov. 25. The tour marks the 30th anniversary of her “Merry Christmas” album + its single “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” Tickets go on sale Friday, Aug. 9.

• Robert’s Western World is taking over the 400 block of Broadway today, Aug. 5 to celebrate 25 years under the ownership of JesseLee Jones. The lineup features 12+ hours of live music, including performances by Rhonda Vincent, The Del McCoury Band, and more. Anyone else craving the Recession Special?

• Nashville native and Olympic swimmer Gretchen Walsh won two gold medals over the weekend: one in the 4x100 mixed medley relay on Saturday and another in the women’s 4x100 medley relay yesterday. Along with her golds, Walsh is leaving the Paris 2024 Olympics with two silver medals.

• In honor of National Biscuit Month, Loveless Cafe invites chefs, bakers, and foodies to submit their best biscuit slider creation. Four winners will be announced on Aug. 26 and will have their creation served for one week each in September. The grand champion, chosen by popular vote, will win free biscuits for a year.

• Last week, we polled our readers on can’t miss August events, and now it’s time to ketchup on the results. Yes, it’s true: The majority of respondents are ripe for Tomato Art Fest (look out for our guide this week). Readers also shouted out Defy Film Festival + Nashville Farmers Market’s Watermelon Festival.

What will I see on the ballot?

Can I see projects coming to my neighborhood?