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Hi Nashville, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: A whodunit train ride, Diana Ross, and and an Irish brunch with Chloë Agnew + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
Numbers behind literacy push: Nashville SC’s Kickstart to Reading has begun its seventh consecutive year with MNPS, reaching 22 schools and thousands of third graders, with prizes like gear, player chats, and match tickets — discover the impact so far.
Nashville project gains traction: CA South’s Modernest Gulch View is moving ahead near downtown, adding 131 flexible-ownership condos between Wedgewood-Houston and The Gulch, priced from the $500s, with a pool, pickleball, and infrared sauna — see pricing, plans, amenities.
Expanded city cleanup underway: Mt. Juliet added contractors to speed winter storm debris pickup. Crews started March 4 and are moving through Chipper Zones to collect remaining brush faster than originally planned — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Make room for live drama: Circle Players, Nashville’s own, has kept community theatre vibrant for 75 seasons with crowd-pleasing musicals and plays powered by local talent. Settle in for an evening that feels close to home, full of heart, humor, and hometown flair.
Craving an outrageous dog? Because sometimes dinner should be handheld and a little ridiculous, Daddy’s Dogs serves snappy, loaded creations with a laid-back vibe made for post-work hangs and game nights. Go adventurous or keep it classic, and you might become the friend who always knows a spot.
Find your next read: In East Nashville, Novelette Booksellers curates new books, from queer lit and graphic novels to staff-loved gems, in a warm, inclusive space where browsing feels like self-care. A gentle nudge toward discoveries that stick.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
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Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Nashville for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
⚗ The Chemistry Experience @ The Aroma Labs Nashville | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Because chemistry beats algorithms, this singles night has you crafting a personal scent with Aroma Labs, grouped by Citrus, Spice, or Amber, while Nadine of Matchmaking Nashville guides real conversation. Minimal awkwardness, maximum intention, and you leave with a 10ml travel spray.
💃 Dancing Through the Decades @ FiftyForward Madison Station | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – If your playlist spans vinyl to mixtapes, you’ll fit right in. At FiftyForward Madison Station, it’s a dance across the decades with good food, better company, and every ticket supporting programs for older adults. Dress 50s through 80s, or just show up and cut loose.
🎨 R&B Paint and Sip and Game Night @ Art Urban Nashville | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 PM – R&B vibes, paint-splattered fun, and actual wine that you don’t have to smuggle in, all at Art Urban on Clarksville Pike. No talent required, just friends, games, and free parking. March birthdays get shots, the rest of us get bragging rights and a canvas.
🚂 Murder Mystery Excursion Train @ Tennessee Central Railway Museum | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Ride a restored stainless-steel streamliner for a rolling whodunit from Nashville to Watertown, and back. Actors pop into your car with bite-size mystery acts, you pop into the square for lunch, and the dining car handles the beer, wine, and snacks. Seats go fast, obviously.
🏛 Stories Etched in Marble @ Nashville City Cemetery | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Think you know Nashville history? Take a guided wander through Nashville City Cemetery where art, architecture, and the stories of Tennessee’s early settlers and leaders are carved in stone, and yes, the neighbors are quiet, the tour guide is not.
🍀 An Irish Brunch with Chloë Agnew @ City Winery Nashville | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Trade your usual loud brunch for something actually listenable. Chloë Agnew of Celtic Woman brings her pure, story-rich vocals to an intimate City Winery Irish brunch, with good wine, better acoustics, and that rare Nashville luxury, a seat you want to linger in.
🎤 Diana Ross @ Grand Ole Opry | Sunday (3/15) at 7:30 PM – Think the Opry has seen it all? Then brace yourself, because Diana Ross is taking the Grand Ole Opry House, and yes, that Diana Ross. Motown meets Music City, expect goosebumps, singalongs, and zero filler. Tickets on sale January 16, set a reminder.
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Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Nashville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 55°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 55. North northwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 38. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 67°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 67. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 41. Northwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
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