09.02.2024

Today’s Forecast

88º | 0% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 6:19 a.m. | Sunset 7:12 p.m.

👟 Lace up your shoes

Lace up your shoes and join one of these Nashville running clubs

Looking to train for an upcoming race? Some local groups, like East Nasty Running Club, offer half and full marathon training. | Photo via RWBMultimedia/Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Nashville

Running clubs are a great way to get your steps in around Music City and find a supportive group to keep you motivated. Check out these local clubs that make us excited to hit the pavement.

New to running? No worries — many of these groups welcome runners of all paces and are free to join.

Jogalope | Enjoy a change of scenery? Meet-up locations on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. vary, but you can bookmark the schedule weeks in advance on Jogalope’s website. Don’t miss Frothy Fridays at 6:30 a.m. and Sasquatchalope! Trail Runs on Saturdays at 7 and 9 a.m.

Donelson Run Club | Keep up with the group’s Monday Morning Mug and Tuesday Evening Trot schedules on Instagram. Bonus: Join the Second Sunday Bagel Run to recharge with bagels and coffee after a scenic neighborhood jog.

12 South Runners | If you want to kick off your week with a run in 12 South, this group meets on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at Embers Ski Lodge, where some members cool off with a post-run brew. Prefer early mornings? A sub-group meets on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

The Nations Run Club | This Monday evening run starts at Southern Grist Brewing Company at 6:30 p.m. From there, all paces are welcome to choose from the routes (typically 2-5 miles) posted on the group’s Instagram page.

We’re Not Really Runners Nashville | This run and social club’s motto is to “empower runners and non-runners alike.” Join the group, which is part of a nationwide network, on Mondays at 6:30 a.m., Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m., and Saturday mornings at 9 a.m. Meet-up locations are announced weekly on Instagram.

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Events

Monday, Sept. 2

Labor Day BBQ | Monday, Sept. 2 | 11 a.m. | Fat Bottom Brewing Co. | Cost of purchase | DJ Yacht Rock Ryan will be spinning hits at the brewery’s Labor Day feast.
Summer Shakespeare | Monday, Sept. 2 | The Yard at ONEC1TY | $10+ suggested donation | Arrive at 5:30 p.m. for a pre-show lecture and concert before settling in for Shakespeare’s romantic comedy, “As You Like It.”

Tuesday, Sept. 3

Bibelhauser Brothers | Tuesday, Sept. 3 | 8 p.m. | The Station Inn | $20 | The twin brothers perform a high-energy set of bluegrass, country, and soul.

Wednesday, Sept. 4

Avril Lavigne | Wednesday, Sept. 4 | 7 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater | $114+ | Hey, hey, you, you — the pop-punk artist is making a Nashville stop on her “The Greatest Hits” tour.

Thursday, Sept. 5

Plant Care & Beer | Thursday, Sept. 5 | 5:30 p.m. | Fait la Force Brewing | $36 | You’ll repot a plant and take it home with you at the houseplants 101 workshop.

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News Notes

Today Is

Labor Day — an annual federal holiday, first designated in 1894, that honors the contributions of workers in America. If you’re looking to get out on the water, check out our guides to Old Hickory Lake and Percy Priest Lake.

Traffic

NDOT is seeking feedback on two Midtown pedestrian and bicycle projects: Church Street Complete Street and Athena Bikeways. Church Street and Elliston Place will see 1.7 miles of upgrades to improve traffic flow and accessibility, while Athena will add ~3 miles of new bikeways. Visit each project page to take the survey.

Kids

Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee is hosting its Tennessee Titans Kids Captain contest for kids ages 6 to 12. Eight winners will be chosen for eight games, each joining a pregame coin toss + receiving tickets, a parking pass, and Titans gear. Enter on Farm Bureau’s Facebook page three weeks before each game.

Answered

Last week, we asked what you’d include in a hypothetical space care package for Middle Tennessee native Butch Wilmore. Besides the items we suggested, readers recommended handwritten letters from family and friends, as well as treats from Loveless Cafe and Goo Goo Chocolate Co.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Dylan

From the editor

I hope everyone has a safe and restful Labor Day. My plans? I’m debating whether or not I should break out the fall decor this early. If you know of a shop in town with great seasonal items on display, I’d love your recommendations.

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