Sample a little Midwestern hospitality (just don’t mention the Bills). | Photo by Michael H., Picture of the Year Contest 2024
We asked you which of NASHtoday’s sister cities you wanted to travel to next. Grab your luggage because we’re boarding for Kansas City, MO; Raleigh, NC; and Tampa, FL.
As a reminder, we have 27 siblings, so be ready to print a boarding pass for even more destinations.
Kansas City, MO
Feel like a local in this certified sports city by taking a ride on the streetcar to CPKC Stadium, home of the KC Current + the world’s first purpose-built women’s sport stadium, or dive in to America’s pastime at 18th & Vine’s Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
Getting hungry? When you’re ready to dine, the saucier the better — City Editor Maddie recommends trying Kansas City’s world-famous barbecue at local gems like Arthur Bryant’s or the more upscale Jack Stack. Top off your visit with a nightcap at one of the city’s numerous jazz clubs, offering atmospheric experiences like the all-red Green Lady Lounge.
Sleigh Centerpieces | 5-6 p.m. | Nashville Flower Market | $75 | Receive step-by-step instruction for building a flower arrangement in a mini sleigh.
Thursday, Dec. 19
Songwriters Series: Songs of Lainey Wilson | 7:30 p.m. | The Franklin Theatre, Franklin | $45+ | Join songwriters Trannie Anderson and Dallas Wilson for a night showcasing the songs of the reigning CMA Female Vocalist of the Year.
Holiday Archived Spirits Cocktail Class | 6 p.m. | Noelle | $55 | A mixologist guides you through the process of crafting two signature drinks, mulled wine and a toasted marshmallow espresso martini, as you enjoy light bites.
Friday, Dec. 20
Nashville Flea Market | Friday, Dec. 20-Sunday, Dec. 22 | Times vary | The Fairgrounds Nashville | Cost of purchase | Wrapping up your thrift-mas basket? Grab any last-minute items from Nashville Flea’s final market of the season.
“Elf” | Friday, Dec. 20 | Times vary | Belcourt Theatre | $9+ | Catch the beloved holiday film starring Will Ferrell on the Belcourt’s big screen.
Saturday, Dec. 21
Workshop: Poinsettia Watercolor Painting | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Cheekwood | $62 | Learn techniques for blending rich colors and creating delicate details that bring poinsettias to life on paper.
Sunday, Dec. 22
Musician Spotlight: Cody Kilby | 1-1:45 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum | Cost of admission | Hear from Kilby, who has played on recordings by artists such as Beck, Dolly Parton, Ronnie Milsap, and Bruce Hornsby.
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More Mexican cuisine is on the downtown development plate for early 2025. Chefs Richard Sandoval and Pablo Salas will open Florida-based Lona inside Noelle, taking over Makeready L&L’s space. Expect dishes like shrimp pastor tacos topped with pineapple butter + short rib enchiladas in smoky guajillo sauce.
Traffic
Metro officials are proposing a new road to Cheekwood, with hopes it could alleviate traffic. The half-mile roadway would cover Percy Warner Park’s northern edge, before reaching a new intersection at Highway 100 and leading visitors to the main entrance. A public hearing is set for Jan. 9. (Nashville Business Journal)
Number
$11.9 million. That’s the collective amount Metro received in SMART grants for Mufreesboro Pike and Nolensville Road improvements. Nolensville Road will see $10 million go towards light detection and ranging technologies + $1.9 million will be used for enhancing WeGo service on Murfreesboro Pike.
Development
Metro is working on a new fire department headquarters, which is currently spread across multiple locations. As the design process begins and construction starts on the new Fire Station 2, operations will temporarily move to the Bridgestone Building at Global Mall.
List
The Malin South Gulch won the coworking office category on this year’s Interior Design Magazine Best of Year Awards. Several other architecture firms were recognized as honorees for their Nashville projects, which include Neuhoff, Nashville Public Library’s Donelson Branch, and the Nashville International Airport.
Arts
“Snapshots” debuts at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s free-to-visit Haley Gallery on Thursday, Jan. 16. The exhibition, open through Friday, March 14, showcases artwork inspired by civil rights leaders’ life experiences.
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Biz
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The Buy
The Buy
A puffy laptop case. It features a waterproof design, secure magnetic closure, and handy inner pocket for added storage.
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