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🧠 Put your thinking caps on
A view looking down the sidewalk next to Bridgestone Arena. You can see the Pinnacle and Bridgestone buildings as the sun starts to set.
Growing pains aside, we think the number of people who want to call Nashville home is something to be proud of. | Photo by NASHtoday
We’re going the distance — a decade back in time. In the last 10 years, what’s made you proud of Nashville?

Readers know pride in place is a NASHtoday pillar, so we were inspired to continue this Reddit discussion. As the thread shares, anything from a single person-interaction to something as big as a state-funded project goes. Just focus on moments where you’ve thought, “We really did that.”

We’ll go first

City Editor Skylar: Why look back a decade when we can talk about last week? We asked who we should be following on social media, and the post garnered 600+ comments shouting out local businesses, photographers, nonprofits, and more. Amid small business closures, it’s refreshing to see followers discovering Nashville-based gems + the support from one account to another.

City Editor Dylan: Speaking of Nashville gems, our farmers market scene is something special. With new markets sprouting up all over the city in recent years, it’s easier than ever to connect with local farmers and enjoy fresh, seasonal produce. Not only has this growth allowed me to explore new areas of the city, they’re a reliable option for something to do after work or on the weekends.

Need more inspo?

Here’s what a few Reddit users had to say:
  • “The way we came together to help each other after the tornadoes in 2020. We did it in 2010, we’ll do it again.”
  • “hubNashville. That is the smartest, most efficient hooking together of city services I have ever experienced.”
  • “The library and all of the free services it offers.”
  • “We have some awesome parks. Warner, Beaman, Shelby, Radnor, and Mill Creek, obviously, but the small ones and the programming they provide are fantastic.”
  • “We are a good food city, and I forget that sometimes until I go to other places with little to no emphasis on the food scene.”
 
Asked
 

What makes you proud of Nashville?
It’s your turn to puff out your chest and flex on Music City.
 
Nashville Ballet
 
Events
 
Monday, Sept. 23
  • Ritual Pilates | Monday, Sept. 23 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | W Nashville | Free | Mats are provided at this class on the Yoga Lawn in partnership with Club Pilates.
Tuesday, Sept. 24
  • Climate Week Cook Off With Urban Green Lab | Tuesday, Sept. 24 | 6-8 p.m. | 1 Kitchen Nashville | Free+ | Celebrate Climate Week with a zero-waste cooking competition where three local chefs will battle it out using leftover ingredients to create culinary masterpieces.
  • River on the Rooftop: MGK | Tuesday, Sept. 24 | 7 p.m. | Skydeck on Broadway | Free | Rock out at a rooftop concert featuring MGK — entry is first come, first served and doors open at 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 25
  • Beyond Bourbon: A Benefit Bash for OZ Arts | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 7 p.m. | OZ Arts Nashville | $250+ | Participate in auctions while you sip from a selection of 30+ high-end beverages alongside Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint bites.
Thursday, Sept. 26
  • Ciders and Spiders | Thursday, Sept. 26 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Warner Park Nature Center | Free | Cozy up by the fire, cider in hand, to learn more about the eight-legged creature at this 21 and older gathering — registration required.
Friday, Sept. 27
  • Pas de Deux Couples Class | Friday, Sept. 27 | 6-7 p.m. | The Martin Center for Nashville Ballet | $35 | Partners will connect as they move together in this class taught by former Company dancers and on-stage partners, Kate Kastelnik and Eric Harris — no experience required.
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🎙️How Luke Combs became a legend
The first photo shows Luke Combs and other musicians sitting on a large stage with a poster of the new exhibit behind them. The second shows Luke and his wife exploring the exhibit together.
Pro tip: Save on tix by reserving online | Photos provided by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Platinum records are cool ‘n all, but nothing says “certified country music icon” like a dedicated exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

That’s right, y’all, Luke Combs is now enshrined alongside other all-time country greats in Luke Combs: The Man I Am — a new exhibit offering an in-depth look at the superstar’s life + legacy.

Comb through Combs’ past

From his blue-collar North Carolina roots to a meteoric rise to the top of the country charts, “The Man I Am” traces Comb’s unusual path to stardom with a curated collection featuring:
  • Musical instruments
  • Song manuscripts
  • Stage wear
  • Tour memorabilia
  • And more
Bring a piece of history home

To commemorate the new exhibit, the Museum collaborated with Hatch Show Print, one of America’s oldest working letterpress print shops, to create these gorgeous, fully original Luke Combs exhibit posters, available for a limited time in The Museum Store.
 
News Notes
 
Closing
  • After two decades in business, 12 South’s MAFIAoZA’s will close at the end of September due to rent prices, which have gone up by 50%, according to ownership. Previously, the restaurant had extended its lease to 2027. (WTVF)
Coming Soon
  • Rad news, East Nashville. Radish, a fast-casual eatery serving salads, bowls, and wraps, has secured a space at Hunters Station. The biz will host a ~one-year pop-up while working on a permanent location down the road. Stay tuned for an opening date.
Sports
  • The Titans rounded out Week 3 with another loss, 30-14. Quarterback Will Levis completed all but eight passes, two of which resulted in touchdowns, but the team was overtaken by the Green Bay Packers. Catch the team away on Monday, Sept. 30 when they play the Miami Dolphins at 6:30 p.m.
Arts
  • “Passages of Light” by local artist Danny Sofa is now on view at OZ Arts Nashville through Friday, Jan. 17. See the collection of large-scale paintings for free, and attend a special opening reception on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Ranked
Number
  • Adventure Science Center’s annual report card is in, and here are a few notable numbers: 264,589 total visitors, 11,269 free tickets, and 3,750 Touch-a-Truck explorers. Read the full report.
Festival
  • Bourbon and Belonging, Kentucky’s Queer Bourbon Week, is right around the corner. Held Wednesday, Oct. 2 through Sunday, Oct. 6, this LGBTQ+ inclusive bourbon festival features tours, tastings, and gatherings across the state — designed to showcase the spirit while fostering safety, belonging, and togetherness. Learn more and grab tickets.*
Job
  • Lyft’s Women+ Connect empowers women and nonbinary drivers. New drivers (of any gender) earn a $400 bonus for 40 rides in seven days. Terms apply.*
 
 
Festival
 

No dragon your feet on this
A dragon boat filled with paddlers makes its way down the Cumberland River with the downtown skyline in the background.
On your mark, get set — don’t get distracted by these views. | Photo provided by Cumberland River Compact
You only have one day to catch 27 paddling teams racing down the Cumberland River as part of the 16th annual Dragon Boat Festival.

The free-to-attend event by Cumberland River Compact returns to Nashville Riverfront Landing (Victory Avenue and Titans Way) on Saturday, Oct. 5. Opening ceremonies begin at 10 a.m., followed by the races at 11 a.m. and the winner announcement at 3:45 p.m.

Before teams hit the water, dive into a few FAQs:

Explain the basics | A 46-ft dragon boat consists of 20 paddlers, one drummer (responsible for setting pace), and one steerer. Per rules and regulations, each team must include eight women.

How about the history | According to information provided by Cumberland River Compact, races began in China 2,000+ years ago, and there are now over 100 festivals in the US alone. Learn more.

Who’s winning? | Download the Dynamic Dragon Boat Racing app to track race results.
 
The Buy
 
This suede leather car coat — it’s the perfect fall transition piece as we head into the new season.
 
 
The Wrap
 
Skylar

Today’s edition by:
Skylar
From the editor
You’ve heard of Tomat-O-Rama, but now we raise you Pear Jam. The event by Friends of Mill Ridge Park on Saturday, Sept. 28 (12-8 p.m.) marks the 622-acre park’s one-year anniversary. Expect a performance lineup, arts and crafts, games + giveaways.
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