Could we be adding another sports team to our guide? Only time will tell now. | Photo by Jonathan Cutrer via Flickr
They’re playin’ bask-et-ball... or they could be, anyways. If approved, a submitted bid would make Nashville the WNBA’s 16th team by 2028.
The key players leading the proposed expansion include former Gov. Bill Haslam and Crissy Haslam, alongside Candace Parker, Peyton Manning, Tim McGraw, and Faith Hill. The Tennessee Summitt, named after the late University of Tennessee women’s basketball coach Pat Summitt, would play at Bridgestone Arena with a separate practice facility modeled after Ford Ice Centers.
Though the timeline is unclear, the league is likely still months away from selecting a bid. Music City could be up against other large metros like Philadelphia, Austin, Kansas City, Denver, and Cleveland.
Friends Book Sale | Friday, Jan. 31-Sunday, Feb. 2 | Times vary | John P. Holt Brentwood Library | Cost of purchase | Browse 17,000+ items priced at $3 or less, including hardcovers, audiobooks, DVDs, records, and games.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen and More | 8:45 p.m. | The Parthenon | $33 | Hear over 10 renditions of Queen favorites, from “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “We Will Rock You” to “Another One Bites The Dust” and “We Are The Champions.”
Saturday, Feb. 1
Gio’s 3-Year Anniversary | 4-8 p.m. | Gio’s Chicago Pizza | Cost of purchase | The pizzeria serving pan and tavern-style Chicago pies is celebrating its birthday by offering free garlic or cinnamon knots for every call-in pizza order.
Sunday, Feb. 2
Rom Com Movie Nights | Sunday, Feb. 2 | 7 p.m. | The Hampton Social | $20 | Head to the rooftop for the first screening of the month, “Crazy Rich Asians,” as well as extended happy hour specials.
Monday, Feb. 3
Nashville Predators vs. Ottawa Senators | 6:30 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $36+ | Join the team for Hockey Has Heart Night featuring Valentine’s Day jerseys, mystery pucks, and on-site activations.
Parthenon Symposium: Book Talk with Glynnis Fawkes | 7-8 p.m. | The Parthenon | Free | Author and illustrator Glynnis Fawkes talks about the challenges of combining archaeological research with vivid storytelling and illustration — RSVP required.
Tuesday, Feb. 4
Rise Against Hunger Nashville’s Community Event | 5-7 p.m. | Von Elrod’s Beer Hall & Kitchen | Free | Join the Rise Against Hunger Nashville team to package thousands of meals with the goal of helping tackle food insecurity worldwide.
No need to pick just one. The dessert wheel showcases eleven exquisite, sweet treats. | Photo provided by JW Mariott Nashville
Downtown Nashville has a delicious new hidden gem.
Tucked into a cozy corner of The Duke at JW Marriott is The Sweet Spot, a dessert pop-up lounge serving eleven exquisite creations from Executive Pastry Chef Daniel Mangione.
Indulge in flavors like spicy milk chocolate cinnamon truffles or lemon white chocolate profiteroles, paired with signature cocktails.
Because all good things must come to an end, The Sweet Spot is only open Feb. 8-16 so secure a reservationbefore they melt away.
Sylvan Supply’s Red Perch announced its final day of service will be on Thursday, Feb. 6. The local restaurant has been serving the community its Australian fish and chips for seven years, first in the Arcade, then on the city’s west side.
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Would you ever try a scorpion shot? You can at Midtown’s newest restaurant. Nacho Daddy opens its doors in Kenect Nashville (800 19th Ave. S.) today, Jan. 31. Take a look at the menu, which also includes gourmet nachos and signature margaritas.
Development
A Cincinnati-based real estate firm is looking to develop just over 15 acres of the Rivergate Mall area — 1000 Rivergate Pkwy. Metro documents outline the project would include a slew of residences (townhomes, apartments, and independent senior living), retail, restaurants, and green space with a hopeful 2029 completion. (Nashville Post)
Arts
The colorful, high-end fashion of Netflix’s hit series “Emily in Paris” is making a theatrical stop at TPAC on Saturday, May 31 — complete with a stage show, interactive exhibits, and merch. Fashionistas and fans can snag tickets to “Couture on Tour: An Emily in Paris Experience” now.
Drink
Spring is on the horizon, which means Fridays by the River will be taking over Shelby Park’s Riverview Pavilion before we know it. The pop-up beer garden by East Nashville Beer Works benefiting Friends of Shelby announced its six upcoming dates in April (4, 11, 18, 25) and May (2 and 9).
Try This
Make this weekend’s coffee run a bit more festive. The city’s annual candy heart-inspired coffee crawl is back on Saturday, Feb. 1 with over 40 coffee shops and cafes offering specialty drinks through Valentine’s Day. Sip on a few of our favorites and check out the full list of participants.
Health
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Save time (and your hands) with these kitchen hacks: this jar opener is great for arthritic joints, while this chicken shredder does the hard shredding work for you.*
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February events you’ll love
This year’s story for the Kidsville Family Walk is “You Are a Garter Snake!” by Laurie Ann Thompson. | Photo by Von Reisch Photography via Centennial Park Conservancy
Lucky you. You just found NASHtoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events that are taking place throughout Nashville each month.
Take out your calendar and text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to in February.
Nashville Black Market | Saturday, Feb. 8-Sunday, Feb. 9 | Times vary | The Fairgrounds Nashville | Cost of purchase | The Black History Month Expo features food trucks, vendors, games, and DJs.
Kidsville Family Walk | Saturday, Feb. 15 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Centennial Park | Free | The storybook walk along Lake Watauga also offers a dance party, instrument petting zoo + arts and crafts.
Kacey Musgraves | Thursday, Feb. 27 | 8 p.m. | The Pinnacle | $162+ | The new Nashville Yards concert venue marks the first stop on Musgraves’ 2025 tour.
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Hop to it. Applications are open for the murals showcased during Cheekwood’s Great Spring Art Hop. The submission deadline is Monday, Feb. 24, and one design will be selected as the featured garden photo op on a 6-ft-tall bunny.
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Where do you watch the Super Bowl?
Nearly 3/4 of the readers who voted on their Super Bowl preferences chose home field advantage — either going to a friend or family member’s house (38%) or hosting their own watch party (34%). Based on these results, it sounds like you all might need to put in a local food order for gameday snacks.
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