This is Wayfair’s biggest (and best) Black Friday sale to date. | Photos provided by Wayfair
We asked, and you answered: The key to impressing guests is “setting the perfect vibe.” Before welcoming family and friends into your home this holiday season, consider these five tips to enhance the vibe in your spaces — at up to 80% off.
Yes, Black Friday came early. Now until Sunday, Dec. 1, you can snag the lowest prices of the year during Wayfair’s extended Black Friday sale. Psst... Check back on Dec. 2 for Cyber Monday deals, too.
Pro tip: Warm lighting makes for an extra-cozy atmosphere. These dimmable Edison light bulbs will do the trick.
3. Minimize clutter
Storage doesn’t have to be an eyesore. You can tuck away miscellaneous items (think: books and games) in this extendable coffee table and store shoes in this natural rattan shoe storage cabinet that always seems to be trending online.
Brian Bates & Friends | 7 p.m. | The Lab at Zanies | $19 | When he’s not on stage, Bates joins fellow comedians Nate Bargatze, Aaron Weber, and Dusty Slay as one of the hosts of “NateLand Podcast.”
Thursday, Nov. 28
Thanksgiving Meals in Nashville | Times vary | Locations vary | Cost of purchase | Nashville restaurants are ready to help plan your Thanksgiving Day feasts — check out our list of places open for the holiday.
Full Belly 5K & Fun Run | 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Shelby Park and Bottoms | $12+ | Participants will start and finish on the road south of Lake Sevier near the “Reflection” sculpture.
ABLE Pop-Up | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum | Cost of purchase | Shop leather goods and jewelry, then customize the purchase with a hand-stamped initial.
Sunday, Dec. 1
Jingle Bell Junction | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Amqui Station and Visitors Center | Free+ | The historic train depot transforms into a festive holiday market with local vendors, food trucks, and an appearance by Santa Claus.
Santa Paws | 6:30-8 p.m. | The Mall at Green Hills | Cost of purchase | Have your pet’s holiday photo taken at Santa’s Flight Academy, located on the upper level near Macy’s.
Mesero is now open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch in 12 South. Enjoy dishes like shrimp ceviche, a double meat burger, and ahi tuna nachos inside or on the covered outdoor patio. The Dallas-based eatery joins The Henry as the second restaurant at 12 South Collection.
Biz
Scout’s Barbershop plans to open a second Wedgewood-Houston location, this time at 445 Park Commons near GEODIS Park, along with new barbershops in Gallatin (Savannah West Marketplace) and Cool Springs (Canteen on Carothers). The biz plans to share opening dates in the coming months.
Travel
Nashville International Airport is preparing for increased travel activity around Thanksgiving. While record-breaking passenger numbers are not expected, BNA projects peak days to be today, Nov. 27 and Sunday, Dec. 1. Plan accordingly with the airport’s travel tips. (WTVF)
Traffic
WeGo Transit will operate its buses and Access vans on a Sunday/holiday schedule + regional commuter buses and WeGo Star will not be in service tomorrow, Nov. 28. Additionally, expect some delays along the Music City Turkey Trot course.
Outdoors
Southeast Community Center’s outdoor park reopens today with a new shade structure, a colorful rubber play surface, and a new concrete border around the playground. Check out the fresh look.
Trending
Talk about a museum meet cute. Nashvillians are coming together to help connect “red beret” with “green jacket and green glasses.” The missed connection went viral on the r/Nashville subreddit this week, and now the Frist Art Museum is helping spread the word.
Finance
Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (Yes, it sounds peppermint-mocha nuts. But it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. Here are hands down some of the best.*
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A glass of wine with a side of live piano. | Rendering via Southwest Value Partners
Nashville Yards will soon be bustling with a music venue, residential towers, and more restaurants and retail — now it’s time to uncork something new.
The Wine Bar is set to open in the Pinnacle Tower by mid-2025 and feature a curated selection of global wines, spirits, and tapas. It’s the latest venture from the local team behind Franklin’s Vintage Vine 100, including former Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck.
Here’s what’s pouring:
Live piano music
Indoor, outdoor, and glass-enclosed patio seating
Tastings and educational sessions with winemakers
Wine flights highlighting different regions and producers
A really good pickleball paddle — it’s rated 4.8 stars and is 62% off for early Black Friday. Notable features include: a larger sweet spot on the paddle + a handle with sweat-wicking ventilation for an anti-slip grip.
Five Points Pizza’s holiday carry-out boxes return Friday, Nov. 29. The festive designs feature a gift-wrapped exterior with a bow and tag, plus three interior prints: Santa, a snowman, and a holiday sweater. Each box has a perforated cutout so customers can “wear” it for a photo — just like actor David Arquette did last year.
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How much did consumers spend for Small Business Saturday at retailers and restaurants in the US in 2023?
Over 71% of respondents were right on the money with $17 billion. So, where is everyone shopping small this year? Tap the button below to plan your Small Business Saturday.
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