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Happy weekend, Nashville! In today’s happening-today edition: Affordable homes in a historic church, a night of Edgar Allan Poe, and Barry Manilow’s farewell concert + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Chic Italian dining debut: Alla Vita opened in mid-June, bringing classic Italian from Boka founders Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm. The 110-seat spot features blue velvet banquettes and neon-yellow table bases, serving dinner nightly -- read the full story.
A neighborhood-centered revival: East Nashville nonprofit Trinity Community Commons will convert a historic church into 22 affordable homes and a food hub. Construction is expected this year, with families moving in 2027 -- read the full story.
New voice joins the lineup: Nashville’s 650 WSM will launch The Kelly Sutton Show on August 10, a morning slot from 6 to 10 am with Charlie Mattos, Annie Ney and Amber Anderson joining Sutton -- read the full announcement.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Local putt-putt fix: When you need a brain break close to home, Cedar Creek Sports Center offers two classic 18-hole courses under the trees, plus a driving range and batting cages for bonus swings. Easy, unfussy fun, perfect for a low-key date night or keeping competitive kids happily occupied.
Give your walls swagger: If your storefront, studio, or home office is feeling blah this week, Good Lookin' Signs & Murals hand-paints custom signs and big, vibrant murals that turn heads and fit your vibe. Nashville-rooted and detail-obsessed, they make spaces feel like you and not, you know, a generic box.
Hi-fi sushi vibes: When your week needs both pristine nigiri and a soundtrack, 888 brings intimate Japanese plates, a serious sake lineup, and a vinyl-listening lounge feel that makes lingering a sport. Go this week, swap the usual spots, and let good tunes sharpen already great bites.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
💦 Splash Bash @ Mill Ridge Park (Antioch) | Saturday (8/1) at 10:00 AM – If the humidity has you auditioning for a puddle, head to Mill Ridge Park for a full-on Splash Bash, with water sprayers, balloons, and slides. Popsicles included, dignity optional, kids and kids-at-heart welcome by the playground in Antioch.
🎒 Back to School Bash @ Tanger Outlets (Antioch) | Saturday (8/1) at 12:00 PM – Back to School Bash is taking over with music, face painting, kid-friendly science experiments, and giveaways that make you look like a planning genius. While they burn off summer energy, nab deals from favorite brands, restock backpacks, and quietly celebrate routine’s return.
🎤 BACKSTAGE NASHVILLE! DAYTIME HIT SONGWRITERS SHOW @ 3rd & Lindsley Bar & Grill | Saturday (8/1) at 12:30 PM – Skip the neon marathon and spend midday at 3rd & Lindsley with the people who actually wrote the songs you sing in traffic. A relaxed, daylight songwriter showcase with killer stories, familiar hooks, and proper seating, ideal for locals who prefer craft over chaos.
🎤 Manilow: The Last Nashville Concert @ Bridgestone Arena | Saturday (8/1) at 7:00 PM – Attention, Fanilows. The farewell stop is now set for Saturday, August 1 at Bridgestone, so your original tickets still sing. Warm up the pipes for Copacabana, pack tissues for Mandy, and embrace an arena full of joyful, guilt-free nostalgia.
🕯 A Night of Edgar Allan Poe @ Grand Ole Opry | Saturday (8/1) at 7:00 PM – Trade the honky-tonk for a moody evening of Edgar Allan Poe, with dramatic readings, spine-tingling atmosphere, and just enough candlelit gloom to make your high school English teacher proud. It is equal parts literary thrill, Southern gothic flair, and perfect date-night conversation starter.
🎶 Dirty Heads @ The Pinnacle | Saturday (8/1) at 8:00 PM – Dirty Heads are rolling in with sun-soaked hip-hop, reggae, and rock, the kind that makes our landlocked lives feel coastal. Expect sing-alongs, breezy grooves, and a crowd that knows when to two-step, and when to sway. Comfortable shoes, spirited nodding, zero stress.
😂 Desi Banks @ The Lab at Zanies | Saturday (8/1) – Desi Banks is rolling into town with the kind of stand-up that made your niece quote him at Thanksgiving, plus the charm that blew up your feed. He’s an actor, comedian, podcaster, and entrepreneur, which basically means he can roast, riff, and hustle. Live music & entertainment:
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07 — Nashville report Weather forecastToday — High: 91°F — Low: 70°F — Precip: 78%
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 4pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 4pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 103. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. West southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow — High: 85°F — Low: 69°F — Precip: 45%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. West southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. West wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. This house is wildThis stunning 2023 Oak Hill residence spans about 6,600 square feet on a gated, fenced acre-plus level lot. Light-filled interiors pair high ceilings with elevated finishes, while the main-level primary suite features an over-the-top closet and dressing room. A state-of-the-art kitchen, back kitchen, rooftop deck, two laundries, five en-suite bedrooms, and an oversized three-car garage complete the package.
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