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Bowling on the green

Fogg Street Lawn Club brings lawn bowling to Nashville
The exterior of a multi-level buildings with flags hanging off the side.
Fogg Street Lawn Club is connected to Bad Axe Throwing — a double dose of lawn bowling and axe throwing, perhaps? | Photo by NASHtoday
Lawn bowling has arrived in Nashville by way of Fogg Street Lawn Club, now open at 648 Fogg St.

The new Pie Town venue from the Bad Axe Throwing owners features a rooftop bowling green with 15 lanes called “rinks,” each with covered seating. Inside, the restaurant serves British-inspired pub fare while soccer and rugby games play on the TVs.

What is lawn bowling?

Lawn bowling dates back to the 12th century and is played on a smooth grass surface known as a “green.” It’s similar to Bocce Ball, but uses “large, hard resin balls with a bias to them,” causing them to curve as they roll. The goal is to get your ball, or “bowl,” closer to a small white target ball, called the “jack,” than your opponents.

A turf area designated for lawn bowling with string lights overhead and the skyline in the background.

Lawn bowling with a view. | Photo by NASHtoday

Play begins by rolling the jack down the green, followed by players taking turns rolling their bowls toward it. An “end” is completed when all bowls have been rolled in one direction down the green. Prefer a visual guide? Check out this instructional video.

Pro tip: Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged.

A plate of fish and fries and another plate with a burger and basket of fries.

City Editor Dylan’s pro tip: Always get a side of curry sauce. | Photo by NASHtoday

What’s on the menu?

Whether you’ve played up an appetite, are gearing up for a game, or want to drop by for lunch or dinner, the full-service restaurant is open daily. Some of the featured dishes include:
  • Irish Whiskey Burger | Made with whiskey-infused barbecue sauce, gouda cheese, candied bacon, and onion jam
  • Fish and chips | Icelandic cod filets battered in British Ale and served with tartar aioli
  • Chicken or vegetable curry | Served with rice and naan
  • Irish nachos | Steak cut fries tossed in a variety of seasonings and toppings (think: salt and vinegar, garlic and Parmesan, and pizza style)
Check out the full food and drink menus + bookmark the watch party schedule.
Asked

Would you try lawn bowling?
A. I have already and love it.
B. Yes, I’m up for it.
C. Maybe, if the mood strikes.
D. I’d pass on this one.
It's bowl time
 
Events
Friday, Aug. 23
  • Jodi Picoult | Friday, Aug. 23 | 6:30 p.m. | Massey Performing Arts Center | $39 | Each ticket includes one signed copy of Picoult’s new novel, “By Any Other Name.”
  • Allen Stone | Friday, Aug. 23 | 8 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $41+ | The soul/R&B artist takes the stage with support from Cassandra Lewis.
Saturday, Aug. 24
  • Rugby 101 | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Centennial Park | Free | Learn rugby basics with the help of three local clubs.
  • Iron & Wine | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 8 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $41+ | Singer-songwriter Sam Beam, better known by his stage name Iron & Wine, will be joined by special guest Sunny War.
  • Nashville SC vs. Austin FC | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 7:30 p.m. | GEODIS Park | $31+ | Cheer on the Boys in Gold at one of the four remaining regular season home matches.
Sunday, Aug. 25
  • Sunday Market | Sunday, Aug. 25 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Carter Vintage Guitars | Cost of purchase | The monthly market boasts local vintage vendors, handmade jewelry, live artwork, a coffee bar, and more.
  • Festive Fermentation | Sunday, Aug. 25 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Bell Garden Nashville | $20+ | Learn how to craft your own organic condiments at this hands-on workshop.
Monday, Aug. 26
  • Swiftwick + Nations Run Club | Monday, Aug. 26 | 6:30 p.m. | Southern Grist Brewing Company - Nations Taproom | Free | The Nashville-based performance sock brand will showcase its new product collection, of which 100% of proceeds will be distributed across select local run clubs.
Tuesday, Aug. 27
  • Evening of Stories | Tuesday, Aug. 27 | 7 p.m. | The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts | $75+ | Enjoy an evening of stories and songs from Trisha Yearwood, Christian Wiman, Kyshona, Tommy Prine, and Natalie Hemby.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Travel
  • Southwest Airlines will launch three new nonstop routes out of Nashville International Airport next spring. Beginning Thursday, March 6, daily nonstop flights will connect Nashville with Indianapolis International Airport. Weekly nonstop service to Los Cabos International Airport and Punta Cana International Airport begins Saturday, March 8.
Civic
  • Metro Council voted unanimously to establish an East Bank Development Authority (EBDA), which will oversee work on the East Bank’s Metro-owned land. Seat appointments are expected to come later this year. Keep up with East Bank updates. (WPLN)
Opening
  • Nordstrom Rack’s new Cool Springs location (2000 Mallory Ln., #400) opens Thursday, Sept. 5. Get a sneak peek + enjoy light bites and drinks at the pre-opening shopping party on Sept. 3 from 4 to 8 p.m. — RSVP required.
Announced
  • Grab your buffs. “Survivor” host Jeff Probst announced yesterday that the show will hold a special event in Nashville on Saturday, Sept. 14 — four days before Season 47 premieres. If its anything like this past event, expect meet and greets + the chance to compete in challenges. Stay tuned for more info.
List
  • Bringle’s Smoking Oasis is featured on Southern Living’s “South’s Best New Barbecue Joints of 2024" list, celebrating pitmaster Carey Bringle’s slow-smoked brisket, beef ribs, and jalapeno sausage offerings. Note: The publication considers restaurants “new” if opened since its late 2021 ranking.
Plan Ahead
  • Designer Pamella Roland will headline the Nashville Symphony’s 20th annual Symphony Fashion Show on Tuesday, April 29 with styles from her fall 2025 collection. Tickets go on sale at a later date. Fun fact: Roland showcased her designs at the inaugural event. (Nfocus Magazine)
Eat
  • Coming in Nashville Hot. Whataburger announced its latest WhataWings flavor inspired by Nashville launches Tuesday, Sept. 3. The wings are “drenched in a unique blend of cayenne and paprika seasonings.”
Finance
  • Good news: Rates are expected to go down soon. Compare fixed-rate loans and HELOCs to find your best way to borrow — calculate your payment.*
Shop
  • These THC gummies tap into the body’s endocannabinoid system and get you feeling right within five minutes. Get 20% off with code FIRST20.*†
 
Sports

🚨 Hockey season loading

Nashville Predators release 2024-2025 season promo schedule
A professional hockey game being played in an arena with hundreds of fans, many wearing navy blue and yellow, in attendance.
It’s about to get loud, Smashville. | Photo by NASHtoday
The Nashville Predators released their promotions schedule for the 2024-2025 season, and we must say — we like it, we love it — here’s some more of it.

Bookmark the full list, and don’t forget: Single-game tickets for all 41 regular season home games go on sale Wednesday, Aug. 28.
  • Opening Night | Thursday, Oct. 10 | Don’t miss the pre-game Gold Walk and Plaza Party — plus, fans will leave with a T-shirt.
  • Music City Hockey Bobblehead Nights | First 10,000 fans receive Tim McGraw (Dec. 21), Keith Urban (Jan. 18), Amy Grant and Vince Gill (Feb. 23), and Jelly Roll (March 27) bobbleheads.
  • Music Heritage Nights | Hispanic Music Heritage Night (Oct. 15), Pride Music Heritage Night (Oct. 26), Asian Pacific Islander Music Heritage Night (Jan. 29), and Black Music Heritage Night (Feb. 8)
  • Other theme nights | Halloween, two Hockey Fights Cancer games, ‘90s Night, Miltary Week, and more
The Buy

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REI’s Labor Day sale is here. It runs until Monday, Sept. 2 + includes deals like:

⛺ $60 off the REI Co-op Trailmade 2 Tent

☀️ 25% off the ENO SingleNest hammock

🥾 20% off the Danner Mountain 600 insulated hiking boots
More REI deals worth The Buy
Answered

This week, we quizzed you on local universities
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The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. | Photo via Belmont University

Talk about acing the quiz. Overall, the majority of respondents correctly answered seven of the eight questions. While many guessed MTSU for the question about the 1999 discovery of a planet outside our solar system, the correct answer was TSU.

Revisit the questions, and check out the answers below:

1. Vanderbilt University
2. Tennessee State University
3. Belmont University
4. Nashville State Community College
5. Middle Tennessee State University
6. Trevecca Nazarene University
7. Fisk University
8. Lipscomb University
 
The Wrap
 
Dylan

Today’s edition by:
Dylan
From the editor
I was excited to hear this news, so I thought I’d share it with you all: Fido is extending its hours Wednesday through Friday until 8 p.m. I see a late afternoon latte in my future.
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