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Pups & Pints HOWL-o-ween Festival at Nashville’s oneC1TY

• Event Overview: Pups & Pints, sponsored by Hollywood Feed, is hosting the HOWL-o-ween Festival on October 5th at oneC1TY in Nashville, a free event benefiting the Nashville Humane Association.

• Activities: The festival features dog and beer-related activities including a Pup Costume Contest sponsored by Stanley Steemer, trick-and-treating, local pet vendors at the Bark Market, and a doggie spa by Furryland Nashville. There will also be photo opportunities and meet-and-greet sessions with adoptable pets from the Nashville Humane Association.

• Food and Drinks: Food will be available from Music City Brisket and Chumpy’s Kitchen, and the beer garden will offer selections from Corona and Pacifico. A portion of proceeds from food and drink sales will support the Nashville Humane Association.

• Location and Time: The event will take place at The Yard at oneC1TY, 8 City Blvd, Nashville, TN, from noon to 4 pm.

• Additional Information: The event is open to all ages, and all dogs must be on a leash. Attendees planning to purchase alcoholic beverages must present a valid ID. For more details, visit pupsandpints.com.

Source: Dickson County Source

Weekend Events

• Today, September 13, 2024

  • Nashville Sounds vs. Memphis Redbirds - Link Here

    • First Horizon Park, 19 Jr Gilliam Wy, Nashville, TN

  • Firepit Fridays, The Adventure Park at Nashville - Link Here

    • The Adventure Park at Nashville 801 C Percy Warner Boulevard, Nashville, TN

  • Opening Weekend for Nashville Symphony - Link Here

    • Schermerhorn Symphony Center, One Symphony Place, Nashville, TN

  • Bilmuri - Link Here

    • Brooklyn Bowl, 925 3rd Avenue N, Nashville, TN

• Saturday, September 14, 2024

  • Cheekwood Harvest - Link Here

    • 1200 Forrest Park Dr, Nashville, TN

  • Find Your Passion during Nashville Volunteer Week! - Link Here

    • Centennial Park, Parthenon Promenade 2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN

  • Faye Webster - Link Here

    • Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way, Nashville, TN

  • Joseph - Link Here

    • Cannery Hall, 1 Cannery Row, Nashville, TN

  • Big Machine Music City Gran Prix - Link Here

    • Nashville Superspeedway, 866-RACE-TIX 4847, McCrary Rd F, Lebanon, TN

• Sunday, September 15, 2024

  • Tennessee Titans vs. New York Jets Tickets - Link Here

    • Nissan Stadium - Nashville 1 Titans Way, Nashville, TN

  • 10th Annual Japanese Moon Viewing Festival - Link Here

    • Cheekwood Estate and Gardens 1200 Forrest Park Dr, Nashville, TN

  • Riley Green at The Music City Gran Prix - Link Here

    • Nashville Superspeedway, 866-RACE-TIX 4847, McCrary Rd F, Lebanon, TN

The Motley Sets the Stage for Nashville’s Newest Urban Oasis

• Introduction of The Motley: IPB Properties is set to begin construction of The Motley, a three-tower mixed-use development, in September at the site of an old dairy factory at 1401 Church Street in Nashville.

• Design and Inspiration: Nashville-based HASTINGS Architecture designed The Motley, which will feature 1,200 rental homes and over 70,000 square feet of commercial space inspired by Nashville's lifestyle, including a public plaza with local shops and restaurants.

• Phase One Details: The first phase includes a 26-floor residential tower offering 326 rental units from studios to two-bedroom apartments. The development addresses Nashville's growing demand for housing due to its expanding tech and health sectors and educational institutions.

• Amenities: The project will offer 27,000 square feet of amenities including social lounges, an outdoor pool, a sun deck, co-working spaces, a fitness center, and an indoor and outdoor dog park. Additionally, more than 14,000 square feet of ground-level retail space will be developed in collaboration with Ojas Partners.

• Artistic Collaboration: The construction site will feature illustrated characters on three 20-feet-tall pillars, created by four artists including Nashville’s Maggie Sanger, to reflect the diverse community interaction expected at The Motley.

• Significant Impact: The Motley is among the first of several planned developments along 14th Avenue, aiming to transform this part of Midtown into a lively and dynamic neighborhood.

• Construction and Completion: Axiom Builders, known for their quality and people-centric construction projects in North America, is the construction partner. The first phase of The Motley is expected to complete in 2027.

Source: Wilson County Source

Surprising Facts About Our Music City That We Bet You Didn't Know

• Centennial Park Features: Nashville's Centennial Park houses a full-scale replica of the Greek Parthenon, complete with a 42-foot high sculpture of Athena, the tallest indoor sculpture in the western hemisphere.

• Radio Milestones: WSM radio station in Nashville was granted the first FM broadcasting license in 1941. The city earned its nickname "Music City" in the 1950s thanks to announcer David Cobb.

• Musical Heritage: Elvis Presley recorded over 200 songs at Nashville’s historic RCA Studio B, which still displays Christmas lights he hung to boost his holiday spirit during an album recording.

• Historical Figures: Nashville native William Walker briefly became the president of Nicaragua in 1856, a unique feat for an American.

• Foundational History: Named after Revolutionary War hero Francis Nash, Nashville was established on Christmas Eve 1779 by James Robertson, John Donelson, and the Overmountain Men.

• Presidential Performance: President Richard Nixon played “God Bless America” on the piano during the first show at the new Grand Ole Opry House in 1974.

• Iconic Songs Recorded: Classic tracks like “Jingle Bell Rock,” “The Bunny Hop,” and “Hokey Pokey” were recorded in Nashville.

• Pioneering Movements: Morris Frank, a blind student from Vanderbilt University, brought the first service dog to the U.S. in 1928 after founding The Seeing Eye, Inc. in Nashville.

• Architectural Symbolism: The Country Music Hall of Fame is architecturally designed to reflect musical elements, including an RKO-style radio antenna and windows that mimic piano keys, with the overall building resembling a bass clef from above.

• Cultural Legacy: The Grand Ole Opry, originally named WSM Barn Dance, was renamed in 1927 and is the world's longest-running live music radio show.

• Songwriter’s Festival: Nashville hosts Tin Pan South, the largest songwriter’s festival in the world, attracting over 350 songwriters annually who perform across the city each spring.

Source: World Strides

Gaylord Opryland Hotel's Seasonal Hiring Events

• Event Dates: Gaylord Opryland Resort is hosting two hiring events on September 14 and September 28 to staff up for its 41st annual A Country Christmas celebration.

• Positions Available: The hotel aims to fill around 150 seasonal part-time and full-time roles. Positions include Special Events Coordinator, Assistant Special Events Manager, and Special Event Attendant, with opportunities in retail, box office, Delta Riverboat Co., and holiday attractions.

• Compensation and Incentives: Starting wage is $16 per hour. Seasonal part-time workers who complete the season through January 4, 2025, will earn an additional $1 per hour worked. Employees enjoy perks such as flexible schedules, a free meal per shift, fitness center access, and discounts on attraction tickets and hotel rooms.

• Hiring Event Details: Events will take place from 10 AM to 4 PM at the resort’s Employment Office located at 2800 Opryland Drive. Signs on the campus will guide applicants to free parking. While appointments are not necessary, applying online in advance is recommended for faster processing.

• Application Process: Interested candidates can find more information and apply online at www.GaylordOprylandHiring.com.

Source: Rutherford Source

Noteworthy Headlines

• Amanda Shires announces one-night acoustic show in Nashville at Exit/In

  • Source: The Tennessean

• Discover Airlines on cusp of bringing Germany nonstop to BNA

  • Source: Nashville Business Journal

• Nashville housing crisis: Residents share stories, frustrations, advocate for change

  • Source: The Tennessean

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