Wednesday, April 10, 2013

   

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Events This Week

Wild Game Fest

THROUGH TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 4 PM - 10 PM
LOCATION: RODIZIO GRILL $32.99

Enjoy wild game during the month of April at Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse. In addition to their normal rotation of a dozen entree meats carved table side they will also feature Korobuta Wild Japanese Boar, Rattlesnake Sausage, Bison Chili and Antelope. All dinners include unlimited appetizers and the gourmet salad area. $32.99 per person. Available only for dinner.

Barbershop Harmony Society's 75th Birthday Party

THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 11:30 AM - 1 PM
LOCATION: THE ARCADE FREE

In a world where there is too little harmony and never too much cake, the Barbershop Harmony Society offers Nashvillians plenty of both. The society will celebrate their 75th birthday with 75 birthday cakes. Plus, live music from strolling barbershop quartets. Cake will be served inside The Arcade from 11:30 am - 1 pm. At noon Mayor Karl Dean will present a proclamation of celebration naming April 7 - 13, 2013 Barbershop Harmony Week. This party commemorates the night of April 11, 1938, when a friendly gathering of twenty-six singers in Tulsa, Oklahoma, launched a movement that would eventually encompass tens of thousands from across the globe. 

Spring Fling

FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 9 PM - 1 AM
LOCATION: NASHVILLE CITY CLUB $45 - $55

A party for post grads who were deprived of spring break. Lose the suit and tie and break out the tank tops and neon shorts for this 80’s style spring break party. Open bar and buffet.

Nashville Rollergirls vs. Dirty South Derby Girls

SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 5:30 PM
LOCATION: NASHVILLE MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM ADULTS: $13; KIDS 7 - 12: $5; 6 AND UNDER: FREE

Nashville Rollergirls' season opener. The Rumble B's face the Music City Brawl Stars at 5:30 pm. Immediately following the first game, the Dirty South Derby Girls from Atlanta skate against the Music City All Stars.

Pink Tie Affair

SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 8 PM - 11 PM
LOCATION: NASHVILLE CITY CENTER $40/PERSON; $75/COUPLE

The American Cancer Society's Junior Board of Nashville's annual Pink Tie Affair. The evening includes hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine, a silent auction and live music by Max Headroom, an 80's party band. The party will be held at the Waller Law Firm Conference Center (511 Union Street, Suite 2700). Tickets can be purchased online or by phone: 615-327-0991. Proceeds from the event benefit the American Cancer Society.

Urban Residents Association: A Night with the Predators

MONDAY, APRIL 15, PRE-GAME CHAT: 6 PM; GAME: 7 PM
LOCATION: BRIDGESTONE ARENA $33 - $118

Backstage access to the arena and a Predators' game! Nashville Predators' President and COO, Sean Henry, will meet with the URA before the Preds take on the Vancouver Canucks. He will share the enhancements being made to Bridgestone Arena, how the arena impacts downtown residents and guide the group on a backstage tour of the facility. Email Amy to request a link to purchase tickets at a special discounted price for this game.

Grand Opening of the Korean Veterans Boulevard Extension

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 11 AM - 12:30 PM

Celebrate the grand opening of the Korean Veterans Boulevard Extension! This extension connects Gateway Bridge to Eighth Avenue and runs on the south side of the Music City Center. Mayor Karl Dean will cut the ribbon at 11:15 am. Bring your bike, your helmet and your appetite! One half of KVB from 5th to 8th will be designated for a cyclovia: for bike rides only. Also, there will be food trucks and live music by members of the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Parking will be limited. Alternate transportation option: use promo code 41713 at any Nashville B-cycle kiosk for a FREE ride to the event. The promo code covers a 24-hour pass which includes unlimited rides (of 60 minutes or less) during the pass' 24-hour time period.

Men's High Heel Race

THURSDAY, APRIL 18, REGISTRATION: 5:30 PM; RACE START TIME: 6 PM
LOCATION: WALK OF FAME PARK $25 DONATION FOR RUNNERS; FREE FOR SPECTATORS

The Men's High Heel Race is a light-hearted fundraiser that benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee. Guys, grab a pair of heels and stumble and laugh your way through the short course. Ladies, donate to the cause and come cheer them on. Best legs competition held at the event: $1 = one vote.

 

Upcoming Events in Downtown Nashville

Rachel Solomon at 12th & Porter Wednesday, April 10

Wutt's the Mutt? at Station Inn Thursday, April 11

Opry Country Classics at Ryman Auditorium Thursday, April 11

The Magic Flute at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Thursday, April 11

John Tesh Big Band at War Memorial Auditorium Thursday, April 11

Lecture: Dressing the Part: Ritual Costume in the Mesoamerican World at Frist Center for the Visual Arts Thursday, April 11

An Evening with Consonant Music at 3rd and Lindsley Thursday, April 11

Dwight Yoakam at Ryman Auditorium Friday, April 12

War and Tower of Power at War Memorial Auditorium Friday, April 12

Nashville Predators vs. Dallas Stars at Bridgestone Arena Friday, April 12

Dollywood's One Cool Friend at Nashville Public Library Friday, April 12

Nathan Pacheco at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Saturday, April 13

Dwight Yoakam at Ryman Auditorium Saturday, April 13

The Magic Flute at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Saturday, April 13

Under The Sea at Schermerhorn Symphony Center Saturday, April 13

Songwriter Session: Even Stevens at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Saturday, April 13

Miss Jackie at Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar Saturday, April 13

The ConSoulers at Puckett's Gro. & Restaurant Saturday, April 13

The Temptations and The Four Tops at Ryman Auditorium Sunday, April 14

Aaron Neville at War Memorial Auditorium Sunday, April 14

Organ Recital: Cameron Carpenter at Schermerhorn Symphony Center Sunday, April 14

Nashville Predators vs. Detroit Red Wings at Bridgestone Arena Sunday, April 14

Jimmy Charles at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Nashville Sunday, April 14

The Dean Martinis at Sambuca Sunday, April 14

10th Annual Downtown Home Tour presented by PARKS Sunday, April 14

Jars of Clay at 12th & Porter Sunday, April 14

Nashville Predators vs. Vancouver Canucks at Bridgestone Arena Monday, April 15

The Disappointments at The Stage on Broadway Monday, April 15

Audience Opportunity: CMT Hot 20 Countdown at Bridgestone Arena Tuesday, April 16

Broadway 2013 - 2014 Season Announcement at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Tuesday, April 16

We're All for the Hall: Keith Urban and Vince Gill at Bridgestone Arena Tuesday, April 16

Jo Dee Messina at 3rd and Lindsley Tuesday, April 16

Elio and the Hank Sinatra Band at Silver Dollar Saloon Tuesday, April 16

Cold War Kids at Cannery Ballroom Tuesday, April 16

Gary Allan at Ryman Auditorium Wednesday, April 17

Brit Floyd at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Wednesday, April 17

Eric Von at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Nashville Wednesday, April 17

Kenzie Wetz at Two Old Hippies Wednesday, April 17

Galactic at Mercy Lounge Wednesday, April 17

The Kangs at Legends Corner Wednesday, April 17

Men's High Heel Race at Hilton Park Thursday, April 18

Opry Country Classics: Lynn Anderson at Ryman Auditorium Thursday, April 18

An Evening with Weird Al Yankovic at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Thursday, April 18

Mozart's Piano Masterpiece at Schermerhorn Symphony Center Thursday, April 18 - Saturday, April 20

2013 Wine Festival and Tasting at Bridgestone Arena Thursday, April 18

Jimmy and Goose at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Nashville Thursday, April 18

Southern Women's Show at Nashville Convention Center Thursday, April 18 - Sunday, April 21

Alyssa Jacey and Steve Dorian at National Underground Thursday, April 18

Salon@615: Cheryl Strayed at Nashville Public Library Thursday, April 18

Stacy Mitchhart at Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar Thursday, April 18

Celebrating the Arts and International Awareness at Cummins Station Thursday, April 18

Gary Allan at Ryman Auditorium Friday, April 19

Rock of Ages at TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center Friday, April 19 - Saturday, April 20

Organ Concert with Matthew Lewis at Christ Church Cathedral Friday, April 19

Stacy Mitchhart at Sambuca Friday, April 19

Lower Broadway Band at National Underground Friday, April 19

Holland Marie at Wildhorse Saloon Friday, April 19

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