Prepare for a weekend of good reads and crunchy leaves at the annual fall event. | Photo via Humanities Tennessee
The Southern Festival of Books returns to Bicentennial Mall and surrounding buildings Saturday, Oct. 18 and Sunday, Oct. 19. If you’re into readings, author panels, or just wandering around with a coffee and a tote full of signed paperbacks, you’ll want to save the dates.
This year’s lineup features 175+ authors, including Pulitzer winner Jonathan Eig, historical fiction writer Beatriz Williams, YA novelist David Levithan, and food writer John T. Edge. Beyond the books, expect food trucks, live music, and plenty kid-friendly activities.
A bonus for booklovers: Additional authors and other special announcements will be added to the lineup every Friday.
Events
Events
Monday, July 21
“Mulan” (1998) | 6:50 p.m. | Belcourt Theatre | $9+ | Tickets include a post-screening discussion with the film’s co-director and the supervising animator of Mushu.
Tuesday, July 22
Coldplay | 6 p.m. | Nissan Stadium | $360+ | Sing along under a sky full of stars while the crowd lights up with glowing wristbands.
Pont Neuf x Frankies Pasta Class | 6 p.m. | Pont Neuf | $95 | Make fresh pasta from scratch, sip curated wine pairings, and take home a Frankies recipe card.
Wednesday, July 23
“Dolly: An Original Musical” | Wednesday, July 23-Sunday, Aug. 31 | Times vary | The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts | $95+ | Follow Dolly’s journey from the Smoky Mountains to stardom in this new musical packed with beloved hits and original songs.
Thursday, July 24
“Flux” Opening Reception | 5-8 p.m. | Haley Gallery | Free | Be among the first to see this collaborative exhibition with Forge Nashville.
Pacaso plans to expand to Italy. | Photo provided by Pacaso
How do you follow a record-setting year? By getting stronger.
Take Pacaso. Their real estate co-ownership tech set records in Paris and London in 2024. No surprise. Coldwell Banker says 40% of wealthy Americans plan to buy abroad within a year, so Pacaso’s planned Italy expansion is big.
They’ve already made $110 million+ in gross profits to date, including 41% YoY growth last year. (They even reserved the Nasdaq ticker PCSO.) And you can invest for $2.90/share. †‡
In 1998, the most common job in our state was a retail salesperson, according to a recent study. Nowadays, the most common job is a freight mover. That’s what we call taking care of business. (Visual Capitalist)
Mansion Monday
Classic on the outside, custom on the inside. This ~5,000-sqft Tudor-style home in Belle Meade boasts a two-level rec room, a cozy sunroom with stained glass, and an owner’s suite made for unwinding. There’s even room for a pool if you want to keep the party going outside.
Pets
Listen up, cat lovers. CatVideoFest is coming to the Belcourt beginning Friday, Aug. 1 with a top-notch compilation of feline shenanigans. If you think your cat is a star, you can snag them some screen time by submitting a video. Get the details on how to submit.
Drink
According to a sommelier, these are the best wines to get from Trader Joe’s this summer — all of which come at or under $20. Pair a bottle with some cheese from local business Greys Fine Cheese, and you’ve got yourself a perfect summer picnic. (Business Insider)
Film
We’re going back to Hogwarts. Filming is officially underway for HBO’s “Potter” series — a television adaptation of the iconic books and movies. With the expected release still years away, you can pass the time with a movie filmed in Nashville. (USA Today)
Volunteers receive discounts at the gift shop and restaurant on the days they serve. | Photo via Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
Maybe you have some extra time on your hands, or maybe you’re just in the giving spirit. All we know is there are more than enough great causes in Nashville to give your time to, whether you’re an animal lover, a natural mentor, or the outdoorsy type. Cheekwood
Volunteers play an important role in keeping the estate and gardens in tip-top shape, from leading tours to caring for the grounds.
Centennial Park Conservancy
Join a monthly park cleanup or become a docent to help visitors explore the ties between Greek history, Nashville’s past, and American art.
Friends of Shelby Park
Contribute to protecting and preserving the East Nashville park through trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and involvement in community events and educational programs.
Psst. Wondering what everyone bought during this year’s Prime Day? Here are the top most shopped items that The Buy team recommended — and some of them are still on sale:
👀 Slip into a soft pair of high-waisted leggings with NexiEpoch’s light-compression pair.
👀 It’s hard to say no to a two-in-one vacuum and mop roomba from iRobot, especially with features like “Clean While I’m Away.”
👀 Your under-sink storage space gets a lot more functional when you use these pull-out cabinet organizers that can fit around plumbing.
👀 Anker’s magnetic charging station charges devices two times as fast, all while replacing messy cords.
👀 The perfect lipstick doesn’t exi — ope, we nearly forgot about Clinique’s sheer, flattering Almost Lipstick.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Time for a little mid-year check-in. What do you look forward to most when reading the newsletter these days? What type of stories or news coverage would you like to see more of? What type of events? Is there a recent story that stood out to you? Share your thoughts — I’m happy to hear ‘em.
‡This is a paid advertisement for Pacaso’s Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at invest.pacaso.com. Reserving a ticker symbol is not a guarantee that the company will go public. Listing on the NASDAQ is subject to approvals. Under Regulation A+, a company has the ability to change its share price by up to 20%, without requalifying the offering with the SEC.
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