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Save on top-rated items like this cute athletic dress you’ll wear everywhere. | Graphic by 6AM City
The season’s biggest sales event is live: Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, with thousands of best-selling products discounted for a short time. Here’s what The Buy team is shopping:
Lost & Found, a new open-air food, drink, and retail spot on Gallatin Pike, hosts its grand opening celebration today at 4 p.m. The lineup includes Pizza Lolo, QBOP! Korean BBQ, Chivanada, and The Pepper Pott, along with coffee, cocktails, and wine. I’ll check it out and report back soon.
Civic
The Mayor’s Office is launching a citywide engagement process to shape Metro’s first-ever Community Safety Plan. The initiative will run through June and include public meetings and a mayoral-appointed task force to gather resident input. The first listening session is tomorrow, March 26.
Outdoors
Percy Warner Park is back open months ahead of schedule after sustaining heavy damage during January’s winter storm. Most trails and shelters have reopened, though mountain bike trails and select areas remain closed as cleanup continues. (The Tennessean)
Closing
Barrique Brewing is set to close after business on Saturday, as the building will be impacted by street updates tied to the East Bank masterplan. Owner Joel Stickrod hinted this may not be the end, writing: “Beer to me is art, and I am not done with art.” (Nashville Post)
Show
Tennessee’s own Leanne Morgan is bringing her “The Time Of Our Lives” comedy tour to Bridgestone Arena on Friday, Dec. 11. Tickets go on sale this Friday.
List
No. 8. That’s where Franklin landed in a new study ranking the “Best Small Cities for Big Careers.” The CoworkingCafe report evaluated earning potential, employment strength, and overall livability in cities with populations under 250,000. (The New York Times)
Active
Select downtown streets will go car-free from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 16, June 13, and July 11 for Walk Bike Nashville’s Open Streets Downtown series. A three-mile loop is planned, with route details + activities announced soon.
Plan Ahead
A holly jolly heads-up: Amy Grant and Vince Gill’s 16th annual “Christmas at the Ryman” residency will return for a 12-concert run on select dates in December. If you like to plan early, tickets go on sale Friday.
Seasonal
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📣 Small business shout-outs
Check out Mourning Brew’s Art Ghoul-lery while you’re at the Shoppes on Fatherland. | Photo via Mourning Brew
In honor of our many movers and shakers, we asked readers to nominate small businesses they love. Now, we’re passing the mic to business owners who shared why they love what they do. The Shoppes on Fatherland “We really have something for everyone [at the Shoppes on Fatherland], and as many businesses first start with a retail location, it’s important to give everyone a boost.” — Mourning Brew owner Jenny Reader
The Shoppes on Fatherland is an East Nashville hub of small businesses, with a mix of food and retail spots like Daydream Records, Guerilla Bizkits, Gift Horse, Mourning Brew, and many more.
Nashville Songwriter Experience
“Songwriting can feel intimidating or reserved for professionals, but I’ve seen how powerful it is when people are simply given the space and guidance to create.” — Owner Jessica Giordano
Nashville Songwriter Experience offers interactive songwriting sessions, custom songs, and coaching. The core experience is designed for groups of all kinds, from bachelorette parties and birthdays to team-building experiences and corporate events.
Act fast. These lightning deals are live today only in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, featuring some of the lowest prices we’ve seen this year so far:
⚡ Get $40 off Stanley’s insulated cooler bag, rated 4.7 stars and perfect as a daily lunchbox or a cooler for hiking, beach, and camping trips.
⚡ Snag these dressy flat sandals for spring while they’re 20% off until early afternoon — we like metallic gold or summery clear.
⚡ Get 40% off a Tile two-pack today and locate your lost keys, bag, or wallet in minutes.
⚡ Hydrate this spring with the top-rated 40 oz. Hydro Flask Travel Tumbler, priced 54% off at $17.58 today.
⚡ Save 20% off a cute short-sleeve spring dress with a flattering waistline and soft, lightweight fabric.