Plus, Sidewalk Sessions return to the Ryman.
 
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Summer Shakespeare just ‘As You Like It’

The Nashville Summer Shakespeare Festival is back just ‘As You Like It’
The Yard at oneC1TY with the arched metal Summer Shakespeare stage and a tower with a Nashville Shakespeare Festival banner.
From date night to catching up with friends, we’re adding Summer Shakespeare to our calendars for a cost-effective outing. | Photo by NASHtoday
To go or not to go... is that even a question? The 36th annual Summer Shakespeare is back — Thursdays through Sundays from Aug. 29 to Sept. 22 at The Yard at oneC1TY (plus, Monday, Sept. 2 for Labor Day).

This year’s production is sure to bring the crowd, so here are our pro tips for making the most of your experience.

Overarching concept

Director Cammy Harris’ interpretation of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy “As You Like It” will follow “a group of musicians, poets, and other colorful characters as they compose the world they want to live in and create a brand new sound along the way.”

Beyond the production

Vendors open and the Insight Lecture Series starts on the terrace at 5:30 p.m. Secure your snacks + drinks from the food trucks and then find your seat.

Pre-show entertainment, beginning with Inversion Vocal Ensemble on Aug. 29, kicks off at 6 p.m. each evening and features local and regional talent before the play at 7 p.m. See the full lineup.

How to watch

  • Free: Bring your own blanket or chair (a $10 donation is suggested).
  • $40: A Noble Seat is a reserved chair in the second or third row.
  • $100: The VIP Royal Package includes reserved parking, a gourmet picnic dinner, and seating in the first or second row.
Pro tip: oneC1TY offers free parking in the underground garage beneath Pastaria and Sump Coffee — this is where VIP Royal Package ticket holders will also go. You must scan the QR code, enter your license plate number, and use the promo code “SHAKE” to begin your free parking session. There are additional paid lots and street parking available.
 
Events
Monday, Aug. 26
  • Adoption Event | Monday, Aug. 26 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | SusieCakes | Free+ | The Nashville Humane Association’s Waggin’ Wheels Trailer will be at the bakery with adoptable pups + $1 from every purchased Dog Frosted Sugar Cookie will be donated to the organization.
Tuesday, Aug. 27
  • First Taste: An Introduction to The Nashville Food Project | Tuesday, Aug. 27 | 12-1 p.m. | The Nashville Food Project | Free | Visit the The Nashville Food Project’s headquarters for a short presentation and a Q+A session — RSVP required.
  • Glass Animals | Tuesday, Aug. 27 | 7:45 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $62+ | The band will play the arena for the first time on their “Tour of the Earth” with special guest Kevin Abstract.
Wednesday, Aug. 28
  • MY Outdoors: SportsFest | Wednesday, Aug. 28 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Mill Ridge Park | Free | Let the kiddos spend the evening playing classic competitive sports like kickball, volleyball, soccer, and foursquare — registration required.
Thursday, Aug. 29
  • Introduction to Punch Needle | Thursday, Aug. 29 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The Forge Nashville | $125 | The beginner-level class covers how to punch needle and includes all supplies.
Friday, Aug. 30
  • Green Day | Friday, Aug. 30 | 5:30 p.m. | GEODIS Park | $72+ | The rockers will be joined by The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and The Linda Lindas.
Events calendar here
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Be among the first inside this new Nashville neighborhood
The interior kitchen are of the new model home at The Nations.
Why rent when you can own? Toll Brothers at The Nations features quick move-in homes that are right for your timeline with designer-appointed features selected by design professionals. | Photo provided by Toll Brothers
Walking through The Nations’ new, fully decorated Hutcherson model home will have you ready to pack your bags and move in.

Located just three miles from Downtown, the new West Nashville luxury community from Toll Brothers is brimming with architectural elements and designer finishes that elevate the everyday living experience.

The Hutcherson is just one of several two-story condo and three-story townhome designs and floorplans, which are available for move-in as early as this fall.
Feel the difference firsthand
News Notes
Development
  • Developers are planning a 25,000-sqft building coined WeHo Greenhouse for the intersection of Hagan Street and Merritt Avenue. There are few details for the project. However, if approved, it will have an industrial look and house restaurant and retail concepts. (Nashville Post)
Travel
  • Nashville International Airport is giving us a sneak peek of a few new retail and concession additions coming to the Concourse D extension in July. Renderings show a Nashville SC-branded concept called The Castle, cantina and taqueria New Heights + bites, brews, and beans from Martini.
Biz
  • As seen on TV and now in West Nashville. Molly’s Cupcakes, which was featured on Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars,” expanded to Charlotte Park (in the same complex as Benji’s Bagel & Coffee House) over the weekend. The biz first opened locally at Opry Mills in July 2023.
Closed
  • Hero Doughnuts shuttered its Sylvan Heights location along Charlotte Avenue, located next door to the recently closed Double Dogs. The Alabama-based biz opened in the 3,050-sqft space a year ago this month. Its Wedgewood-Houston outpost at 1131 4th Ave. S. remains operational. (Nashville Business Journal)
Sports
  • The Titans defeated the New Orleans Saints 30-27 in the third and final preseason game. The team will take two weeks off before heading into Week 1 of regular season play away against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Sept. 8. Review game highlights.
Show
  • TPAC released its International Dance Series lineup, which features four companies and begins on Friday, Jan. 31. Purchase tickets now to see Martha Graham Dance Company (Jan. 31-Feb. 1), Ballet Folklorico de Mexico (March 7-8), Paul Taylor Dance Company (May 30-31), and The Joffrey Ballet (June 28-29) take the stage.
Edu
  • Follow the LEEDer. Belmont University’s Jack C. Massey Center was recently awarded LEED Silver and Fitwel one-star certifications. The six-story building, which opened a year ago this month, features five key sustainable features: water and energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, waste management, and site design.
Pets
  • The Williamson County Animal Center will waive adoption fees on Friday, Aug. 30 and Saturday, Aug. 31 — excluding kittens. If you’re thinking about adding a furry friend to the family, browse the shelter’s available pets now.
Open
  • Good news, Nashville: The new, fully decorated Hutcherson model home at Toll Brothers at The Nations is ready to be explored + experienced firsthand. Be among the first inside this upcoming luxury community.*
Finance
  • Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (It sounds wild, but it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. These are hands down some of the best.*
 
Announced

🎙️ Live from PNC Plaza

Live from Ryman Auditorium’s PNC Plaza: Sidewalk Sessions
A view of an empty PNC Plaza with a Ryman tour sign in the right of the frame.
Free fall fun really strikes a chord with us. | Photo by NASHtoday
Whether you have tickets to jam at the Ryman this fall or not, the venue’s free-to-attend Sidewalk Sessions, a nine-week series on PNC Plaza, returns on Thursday, Sept. 5.

The pre-show experience showcases performances by up-and-coming artists + features drinks for purchase at the outdoor bar and giveaways from the Ryman Shop.

Shows begin ~two hours before the headliner performs inside, and here’s a sampling of the full lineup:
  • Manny Alexander & The Regulators for The Red Clay Strays | Sept. 5
  • Kennedy Taylor for The Beach Boys | Sept. 23
  • Brooks Huntley for Jason Isbell | Oct. 10
  • Sam Jones & the Wretched Pews for Nitty Gritty Dirt Band | Nov. 7
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Answered

We asked which Nashville meals or restaurants bring you nostalgia — and here’s what you said:
A view of the exterior of PM with two buildings featuring the restaurant's logo on them in view.
Thanks to Google Street View, we can step back in time just a bit. | Screenshot via Google Street View
Many of these dishes are served with a side of tears because our readers mainly reminisced on restaurants of Nashville’s past. Two common responses were Rotier’s burgers and steak and biscuits from Ireland’s. In fact, one anonymous reader said, “I’ve not been able to find anything since that has the same taste [as Ireland’s steak and biscuits].” A few other gone (but not forgotten) mentions went to...
  • “A late night Mirror Plate (dessert sampler) at the Sunset Grill” — Michael M.
  • “Couser’s Southern Restaurant [for] good home cooking like my grandmother made” — Margaret P.
  • “The sliders at No. 308!! Anything at Zavos (now where Cafe Roze is), and PM had the best Thai wrap.” — Lindsay
As for the gems that are still around? The Loveless Cafe, Slim & Husky’s Pizza Beeria, and International Market all got shoutouts.
 
The Wrap
 
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If you can’t make it to the shelter collaboration event, we’ve got another way to celebrate National Dog Day today, Aug. 26. At 10 a.m., Ranger Station is releasing its limited edition pet care collection Bark Ranger, developed in partnership with Wags & Walks. A portion of proceeds benefits the organization.
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