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📚 Are you up for the challenge?
The sculpture outside of NPL’s downtown branch paired with a book really fits the bill. | Photo by @capitolhillbookclub
Nashville Public Library’s all-ages Summer Reading Challenge returns Sunday, June 1 and runs through Thursday, July 31.
Here’s the gist: Log 15 days of reading or complete 10 bookish activities (think: revisiting a childhood fave or checking out a new-to-you library branch) at a time. Each milestone earns a local coupon or branch trading card — plus a shot at a $150 bookstore gift card.
How to get started
Register on the Beanstack app via NPL’s website or keep track with a paper version that doubles as a coloring sheet.
Log your days read and track activities completed.
Redeem your coupons + get entries for the gift card drawings.
A library card isn’t required to participate, and those who register will receive a reusable bag — you know, to carry all your library books.
Need ideas? Treat your shelf to one of these books written by authors with Nashville ties, and check out this summer’s most-anticipated releases, according to Goodreads.
Asked
Asked
What was NPL’s top checked-out book in 2024?
A. “First Lie Wins” by Ashley Eliston B. “Funny Story” by Emily Henry C. “The Women” by Kristin Hannah D. “Tom Lake” by Ann Patchett
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings | Thursday, May 22-Friday, May 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $56+ | Expect to hear songs from their latest album, “Woodland,” along with other tunes.
Friday, May 23
Music City Nationals | Friday, May 23-Sunday, May 25 | Times vary | Music City BMX | $10+ | Catch high-speed action as top BMX riders hit the track for three days of racing.
Guerrero’s Finale | Friday, May 23-Sunday, May 25 | Times vary | Schermerhorn Symphony Center | $68+ | Giancarlo Guerrero’s tenure as music director comes to a close with Mahler’s “Symphony of a Thousand.”
Saturday, May 24
Eric Church | 8 p.m. | The Pinnacle | $142 | Tickets are still available for the second of two shows celebrating Church’s latest album, “Evangeline vs. The Machine.”
Sunday, May 25
Ryman Community Day | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | Free+ | Tennessee residents can enjoy tours, family activities, food trucks, and indoor and outdoor performances — reserve free tickets using your zip code.
Nevada-based restaurant and bakery Perenn opens in downtown Franklin on Saturday, May 31. The spot will serve pastries, artisanal breads, breakfast dishes, and coffee. Perenn’s Nashville location on Sidco Drive is expected to open this summer.
Traffic
The Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge is getting new lighting fixtures. As a result, lane closures begin Tuesday, May 27 and are expected to shift as work progresses through September. Closures will pause for CMA Fest, regular season Titans games, and Nissan Stadium concerts.
Step up to the plate, singles — the Nashville Sounds will play matchmaker this weekend. The team’s wristband night returns Saturday, May 24 with colors for every status: single, taken, “it’s complicated,” wingperson, and “just here for the vibes.” (WTVF)
History
One of the largest punk record archives is leaving California and coming to MTSU’s Center for Popular Music. The collection includes ~60,000 records, photos, and documents. “The CPM is going to be the new epicenter of punk-related research,” Director Greg Reish said. (SFGATE)
$4,000. That’s how much an ounce of gold is expected to cost in 2026. And since gold thrives in unstable markets, its rally appears far from over.Check out gold IRAs, which let you own physical gold while taking advantage of IRA tax breaks.†*
The Buy
A great deal from Amazon’s Memorial Day sale. Note: Prices subject to change.
Adults who register for NPL’s Summer Reading Challenge can swing by the Main Library’s Popular Materials Department on Thursday, June 5 during operating hours to enter an additional giveaway — tote bags, trucker hats, and cups are all up for grabs.
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