Wednesday, January 16, 2013

   

Events This Week

Nashville Originals' Restaurant Week

THROUGH SUNDAY, JANUARY 20

A semiannual event sponsored by Nashville Originals, Restaurant Week is a great way to enjoy Nashville's unique local dining establishments. Participating downtown restaurants are 417 Union, Copper Kettle, Flyte World Dining and Wine, Provence Breads & Cafe, Puckett's Gro. & Restaurant, and Watermark. These restaurants will feature special prices and menus throughout the week and across the mealtimes.

Texaco Country Showdown

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 7 PM
LOCATION: RYMAN AUDITORIUM FREE

Singer and songwriter, Jewel will host and perform at the 31st Annual National Final. Five national finalists each representing a sponsoring radio station will compete for $100,000 and the title of Best New Act in Country Music. The year-long competition begins each spring with over 450 live shows produced by country radio stations across the country. Local winners advance through regional showdowns until the field is narrowed down to five national finalists. For free tickets to this show, visit the Ryman's box office or call 615-889-3060.

Pinot Palooza

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 6 PM - 8 PM
LOCATION: NASHVILLE CITY CLUB $30 FOR MEMBERS OF UNCORKED; $40 FOR OTHERS

Enjoy dinner and tastings of Pinot Noir. RSVP by calling 615-244-3693.

Nashville RV Supershow

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18 - SUNDAY, JANUARY 20
FRIDAY: NOON - 9 PM; SATURDAY: 10 AM - 9 PM; SUNDAY: 11 AM - 5 PM
LOCATION: NASHVILLE CONVENTION CENTER $9; CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER FREE

Nashville's largest RV event of the year with motorhomes, fifth wheels, toy haulers, van conversions, pop-ups and luxury motorhomes.
 

Jammin' at Hippie Jack's

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, DOORS AT 7 PM; CONCERT AT 7:30 PM
LOCATION: TENNESSEE STATE MUSEUM FREE; SEATING IS FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED

Jammin’ at Hippie Jack’s Live at the Tennessee State Museum! is back for the new year. The public is invited to attend this free, musical showcase and TV taping on Friday evening, featuring acclaimed songwriters Rod Picott and Kim Richey. The live concerts are aired as taped broadcasts from the museum's Buffalo Bill Stage, providing viewers with an opportunity to explore and understand the cultural connections between Americana music and its historical roots. Doors open at 7 pm and the performance begins at 7:30 pm.

Nashville Day of Service: Volunteering a Little Means a Lot

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 10 AM - NOON
LOCATION: CENTER FOR NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT FREE

Did you make a New Year's Resolution to give back to your community or do you want to learn about opportunities for volunteering in Nashville? Whether you can do a little or a lot, attend this unique event that is being held in conjunction with the National Day of Service. Check out the volunteer fair to learn who needs help and how you can serve others in Nashville. Chat with representatives from some of Nashville's leading non-profit agencies to learn how to use your strengths to benefit others.

 

Robert Burns Day

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 2 PM - 8 PM
LOCATION: JACKALOPE BREWING COMPANY FREE

Robert Burns Day is an annual celebration in Scotland and the brewing company will offer their own version of this celebration. Festivities include beer on tap and the "Highland Games." Games include a putting contest, a drawing contest, poetry reading, a wall-sit (while holding an empty quarter barrel keg), and a dance contest. Teams must sign up in advance and should consist of three to five members. Food will be available for purchase from the Biscuit Love Truck. Plaid attire is encouraged.

Community Cinema: Soul Food Junkies

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 2:30 PM
LOCATION: NASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY FREE

Food traditions are hard to change, especially when they are passed on from generation to generation. Baffled by his dad’s unwillingness to change his traditional soul food diet in the face of a health crisis, filmmaker Byron Hurt sets out to learn more about this rich culinary tradition and its relevance to black cultural identity. The film will be shown at 3 pm. Discussion to follow with Alice Randall, author of The Wind Done Gone and Ada's Rules; Dawn Freeman, certified health and nutrition coach; and Carol Batey, owner of Good Vibrations Cooking. Reception features a healthy soul food tasting from Zawadi Feasts Catering. Seating is first come, first served.

Nashville Predators vs. St. Louis Blues

MONDAY, JANUARY 21, 5 PM
LOCATION: BRIDGESTONE ARENA $27 - $325

The Nashville Predators' opening weekend continues on Monday, January 21, with a special 5 pm start time against the St. Louis Blues. Spend part of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at the arena! All fans in attendance will receive a magnetic schedule, half-price draft beer and soda all game long, and $1 hot dogs. Monday is also a Hometown Heroes Night where all educators, police officers, firefighters, nurses, EMTs and Military personnel receive a $20 discount off all lower bowl seating and $10 off upper level seating (with proof of profession at the Bridgestone Arena box office). Tickets are available for this game. Opening night, Saturday, January 19 is sold out.

 

Upcoming Events in Downtown Nashville

Nashville Originals' Restaurant Week Monday, January 14 - Sunday, January 20

Sarah Gayle Meech at Robert's Western World Wednesday, January 16

The Kangs at Legends Corner Wednesday, January 16

Matt Marinchick Trio at National Underground Wednesday, January 16

Nashville Swings at Schermerhorn Symphony Center Thursday, January 17 - Saturday, January 19

Texaco Country Showdown at Ryman Auditorium Thursday, January 17

Heath Haynes & The High Dollar Band at Sambuca Thursday, January 17

Carolyn Martin Swing Band at Station Inn Thursday, January 17

Pinot Palooza at Nashville City Club Thursday, January 17

Stacy Mitchhart at Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar Thursday, January 17

The Red Wine Effect & Friends at Hard Rock Cafe Thursday, January 17

Jerry O'Neal at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Nashville Thursday, January 17

David Tanner & Honky Tonk-Orama at Robert's Western World Thursday, January 17

Barefoot Renegades at Legends Corner Thursday, January 17

Kurtis Murphy at National Underground Thursday, January 17

Sam Hayes at Second Fiddle Thursday, January 17

Lynn Manderson at 12th & Porter Thursday, January 17

Nashville RV Supershow at Nashville Convention Center Friday, January 18 - Sunday, January 20

Stellar Awards Gospel Music Pre-Show at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Friday, January 18

Justin Bieber at Bridgestone Arena Friday, January 18

Opry at the Ryman: Hunter Hayes, Joe Diffie, and more at Ryman Auditorium Friday, January 18

Minnie Murphy at Sambuca Friday, January 18

The Steeldrivers at Station Inn Friday, January 18

Momentum! 2013 at Nashville Municipal Auditorium Friday, January 18 - Sunday, January 20

The One Hitters at Puckett's Gro. & Restaurant Friday, January 18

Todd Sansom at The Stage on Broadway Friday, January 18

Sam Hayes at Legends Corner Friday, January 18

Jammin' at Hippie Jack's at Tennessee State Museum Friday, January 18

The Joy of Painting at 12th & Porter Friday, January 18

Stellar Awards Gospel Radio and Showcase at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Saturday, January 19

Poor Man's Poison at Two Old Hippies Saturday, January 19

Josh Gilbert at Two Old Hippies Saturday, January 19

Stacy Mitchart at Sambuca Saturday, January 19

Roland White at Station Inn Saturday, January 19

Nashville Day of Service: Volunteering a Little Means a Lot at Center for Nonprofit Management Saturday, January 19

Once Upon a Crime at Miss Jeanne's Dinner Theatre Saturday, January 19

Brother Trouble at Wildhorse Saloon Saturday, January 19

Opry at the Ryman: The Mavericks, Del McCoury Band and more at Ryman Auditorium Saturday, January 19

Light the Town at Rocketown Saturday, January 19

Miss Jackie Wilson at Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar Saturday, January 19

A Day of Fashion at Hard Rock Cafe Saturday, January 19

Brice Long, Wil Nance & Bob Regan at Puckett's Gro. & Restaurant Saturday, January 19

Randy Moore at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Nashville Saturday, January 19

Nashville Predators vs. Columbus Blue Jackets at Bridgestone Arena Saturday, January 19

Jesse Lee & Brazilbilly at Robert's Western World Saturday, January 19

The Kangs at The Stage on Broadway Saturday, January 19

Richard Thornton Line Up at National Underground Saturday, January 19

Robert Burns Day at Jackalope Brewing Company Saturday, January 19

Sam Hayes at Second Fiddle Saturday, January 19

Family Program: Classic Country Songs with Professor Smartypants at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Saturday, January 19

Community Cinema: Soul Food Junkies at Nashville Public Library Saturday, January 19

The Great Affairs at 12th & Porter Saturday, January 19

David Oakleaf at Wildhorse Saloon Sunday, January 20

Grant Garland at B.B. King's Blues Club & Restaurant Sunday, January 20

Banjo Demonstration: Ned Luberecki at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Sunday, January 20

Greensky Bluegrass at 12th & Porter Sunday, January 20

Dallas Starke at Sambuca Monday, January 21

Nashville Predators vs. St. Louis Blues at Bridgestone Arena Monday, January 21

Monte Good & Honky Tonk Heroes at Robert's Western World Monday, January 21

The Disappointments at The Stage on Broadway Monday, January 21

Tracy Goode at Legends Corner Monday, January 21

Catch Me If You Can at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Tuesday, January 22 - Sunday, January 27

The Cocktails at Sambuca Tuesday, January 22

Vickie Vaughn Band at Station Inn Tuesday, January 22

Ed Sheeran at Ryman Auditorium Tuesday, January 22

The Ham Family at Puckett's Gro. & Restaurant Tuesday, January 22

Jutt Huffman at National Underground Tuesday, January 22

Arts Appetizer: Catch Me If You Can at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Wednesday, January 23

Donna Beasley at Two Old Hippies Wednesday, January 23

Keane at Ryman Auditorium Wednesday, January 23

Stacy Mitchhart at Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar Wednesday, January 23

Rock & Reminisce at Hard Rock Cafe Wednesday, January 23

Don't Tell Me I Can't Fly at Nashville Children's Theatre Thursday, January 24

San Rafael at Sambuca Thursday, January 24

The Gift of Music at Ryman Auditorium Thursday, January 24

Stacy Mitchhart at Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar Thursday, January 24

John Tomlin & Co. at Puckett's Gro. & Restaurant Thursday, January 24

Troy Brooks at Legends Corner Thursday, January 24

Kurtis Murphy at National Underground Thursday, January 24

Cinderella at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Friday, January 25 - Tuesday, January 29

Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour at Schermerhorn Symphony Center Friday, January 25

The Mann Sisters at Two Old Hippies Friday, January 25

Angelica at Sambuca Friday, January 25

Blue Highway at Station Inn Friday, January 25

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus: Dragons at Bridgestone Arena Friday, January 25 - Sunday, January 27

Opry at the Ryman: Sarah Darling and more at Ryman Auditorium Friday, January 25

The Coronation at Rocketown Friday, January 25

Sam Hayes at Legends Corner Friday, January 25

Steve Dorian at National Underground Friday, January 25

Brandon Holder at Second Fiddle Friday, January 25

Don't Tell Me I Can't Fly at Nashville Children's Theatre Saturday, January 26

Once Upon a Crime at Miss Jeanne's Dinner Theatre Saturday, January 26

Capture the Crown at Rocketown Saturday, January 26

Opry at the Ryman: Oak Ridge Boys and more at Ryman Auditorium Saturday, January 26

Miss Jackie Wilson at Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar Saturday, January 26

Josh Pruno at Hard Rock Cafe Saturday, January 26

Kenny Beard, Ward Davis & Tommy Karlas at Puckett's Gro. & Restaurant Saturday, January 26

Jimmy Charles at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Nashville Saturday, January 26

The Kangs at The Stage on Broadway Saturday, January 26

Dusty Hundley at Legends Corner Saturday, January 26

Brandon Maddox Duo at National Underground Saturday, January 26

Martin McDaniel Band at The Stage on Broadway Sunday, January 27

Cards and Chords at Hard Rock Cafe Monday, January 28

Stacy Mitchhart Band at B.B. King's Blues Club & Restaurant Tuesday, January 29

Morrissey at Ryman Auditorium Tuesday, January 29

Whitey Johnson at Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar Tuesday, January 29

The Living Deads at National Underground Tuesday, January 29

Janae Cherry at Second Fiddle Tuesday, January 29

Pamela K. Ward at Sambuca Wednesday, January 30

American Drive at Station Inn Wednesday, January 30

Doug McCormick at Wildhorse Saloon Wednesday, January 30

Grant Garland at B.B. King's Blues Club & Restaurant Wednesday, January 30

Steven West Band at Second Fiddle Wednesday, January 30

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