by Camryn Given | Sep 7, 2020 | Arts and Entertainment, News Slider
Nashville–home of the Grand Ole Opry, country music and the Predators–is a big city that keeps getting bigger, which is great unless there’s a global pandemic that’s currently putting a stop to life as we know it. According to asafenashville.org, September 1st marked the transition into Phase 2 of the reopening plan for Nashville. While businesses and mask mandates remain relatively unaffected by these most recent changes, restaurants and event venues are now allowed to expand their capacity, provided that social distancing and outdoor availability are followed. It’s no secret that Nashville has been called out for its lack of attention to these protocols, and downtown Nashville bars have been exposed as doing a particularly poor job. Lucky for you, here’s a short guide of things to do in the huge city of Nashville that won’t get you on the news for being part of the problem. First things first–the outdoors. In an article from The New York Times, Lindsey Marr, an engineering professor and aerosol scientist at Virginia Tech, was quoted as saying, “I think outdoors is so much better than indoors in almost all cases.” So if you’re anxious to get out and want to stay as safe as possible, try a hike. AllTrails.com lists Radnor Lake State Park, Beaman Park and Long Hunter State Park as some of the top hikes in the Nashville area. Another option is going to Cheekwood, a botanical garden with plenty of flowers to see and activities to do. However, before you visit any of these parks, just be sure to check each park’s website for closings and information. Although quarantine allowed for...
by Carly Bergthold | Dec 2, 2014 | Uncategorized
Thanksgiving has passed, finals are looming and the winter chill is here to stay. Luckily Nashville has several great holiday events that also double as reasons to take a study break. A Country Christmas at Opryland Hotel There is nothing more “classic Nashville” than visiting Opryland Hotel in December. Drink in the millions of Christmas lights, gaze at the life-size Nativity scene or take a horse-drawn carriage ride around the front lawn. Local’s Tip: Parking at the hotel is expensive, but you can park at the mall next door and walk over. Lights at Jellystone Park Middle Tennessee’s largest lights and music show, Jellystone is where podunk takes a classy turn. Drive up and down the park watching lights dance to rockin’ tunes. It costs $25 a car, so carpool for the best deal. The lights are open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. every night with extended weekend hours. Local’s Tip: Hit up Jellystone after going to Opryland Hotel – it’s only five minutes away! The Franklin Theater If your favorite Christmas traditions include Charlie Brown and Will Ferrell, then you need to head to Franklin. They will be showing many classic Christmas films on the big screen, and most are just $5. http://www.franklintheatre.com/tickets/movies/ Nashville Christmas Parade (December 5) Before the parade, Mayor Karl Dean will light up the Christmas tree in the Public Square Plaza at 6:30 p.m. The parade starts at 7 p.m. on the Woodland Street Bridge at Public Square, then travels down Second Ave. and up Broadway. Local’s Tip: Come early and stay late! Parking is a mess before and after the parade. A...
by Cory Woodroof | Oct 11, 2013 | Opinion
By Amanda Forderhase and Mandy Durose Being a college student on a budget can be a struggle, especially if you’re new to a town. Here are a few, cost-friendly activities and restaurants that will help you enjoy your evening/weekend without breaking the bank. ACTIVITIES: Tenx9 (ten by nine): Tenx9 is a free storytelling event where nine people have 10 minutes to tell a true story from their life. This spectacular story event is hosted every third Monday at Cafe Coco, located at 210 Louise Ave. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and you’ll have a great time. If all that makes you hungry, Café Coco has some delicious food! No purchase is necessary, though. Tenx9’s next storytelling event is October 21 at 7:30 p.m. Café Coco fills up rapidly on these nights, so be sure to come a few minutes early. Take a few of your friends with you, and you’ll be sure to have an evening unlike any other. AF The Frist: If you are interested in seeing the best of local art, The Frist is the place for you. Located on 919 Broadway, you are just a short drive away from one of Nashville’s most diverse art museums. The best part? Thursdays and Fridays from 5:00-9:00 p.m. are free to college students with their ID. Parking is not free, but if you don’t mind walking a short distance, you can avoid this cost as well. AF Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Art Museum: Enjoy the last warm nights of the year with an enchanted walk through Cheekwood’s landscape exhibit LIGHT: Bruce Munro. Grab a special someone and stroll through the outdoor art installation, which...
