Nashville’s dining scene has never been more vibrant, with the Convention & Visitors Corp. tracking more than 200 new restaurants popping up over the past few years.

At the same time, however, as we hear more news about beloved neighborhood haunts closing their doors (rest well, McCabe Pub) or facing an uncertain future (welcome back, Arnold’s? For now, at least?), it’s good to be reminded of some of the fixtures, both decades old and relatively new on the scene, that could be classified as Nashville staples.

2. Events - Friday, April 7, 2017

Chamber Midtown Quarterly Meeting. Join us for Chamber Midtown’s third stop on the “Tour of Midtown:” Hillsboro Village. We’ll hear about this business community’s history and economic impact on the region. Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Avenue. Nashville. Stephanie Silverman, executive director of the Belcourt Theatre, will moderate the panel. Panelist include: Eugene TeSelle, Randy Rayburn, Dominic Zabriskie. Tuesday, 7:30 a.m.-9 a.m. Coffee and a light breakfast will be served. Information: http://web.nashvillechamber.com/events

3. Events - Friday, May 3, 2013

TN Latin American Chamber of Commerce Member Luncheon. Esther Aguilera, president and CEO of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute is today's guest speaker. In October 2012, she was recognized as one of the 50 most influential Latino leaders by HispanicBusiness.com. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Trevecca Nazarene University, Boone Business Bldg. Information: www.tlacc.org/

4. Events - Friday, March 2, 2012

Independent Community Bankers of America National Convention. Attendees will hear from top national policymakers and learn the latest community banking issues in more than 60 educational workshops. March 11-12 at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. Information: icba.org.

5. Events - Friday, February 24, 2012

Nashville Lawn & Garden Show. The 23rd annual Nashville Lawn & Garden Show celebrates through Sunday the timeless appeal, importance and fun of gardening. Gardens Past, Present & Future is the theme in 2012 for Tennessee’s largest and most popular annual gardening event, staged at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds. More than 250 exhibit booths will offer horticultural products and services, outdoor living décor, gardening equipment, plants, flowers and more. Thursday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: nashvillelawnandgardenshow.com.

6. Events - Friday, October 28, 2011

The Hermitage, home of President Andrew Jackson, presents its annual haunted after-hours tours most tonight. The lantern-led tour, open to 15 guests (ages 10 and older) at a time, run about 90 minutes, covering the mansion, garden, cabin and cemetery area, and offer a uniquely spooky look at the 1,120-acre national historic landmark. 7 p.m. Information: thehermitage.com/events, 889-2941, ext 243.

7. Events - Friday, October 21, 2011

19th annual “Haunted Trails of Horror” at the Franklin Recreation Complex. 6:30-9 p.m. today. This family event is not for the faint of heart, and parents should know their child’s spook factor before participating. Admission: $5 (cash only); free for children 3 and younger. Information: 790-5719, wcparksandrec.com.

8. Events - Friday, April 15, 2011

The Nashville Film Festival, one of the longest-running film festivals in the country, is celebrating its 42nd year through April 21. Each year, nearly 23,000 people come to view more than 250 films from 48 countries, including documentaries, narrative features, animated and experimental shorts. Panels and workshops are also offered for those looking to enrich their knowledge beyond the screen. Major award winners from both the 2010 Cannes and 2011 Sundance Film Festivals will show at this year's festival. All films shown at Regal Green Hills Cinema. Schedule and information: nashvillefilmfestival.org/.

9. Events - Friday, April 8, 2011

The 37th annual Tennessee Prayer Breakfast is set for Thursday, 7-8:30 a.m. at Lipscomb University’s Allen Arena. Richard Stearns, president of World Vision, American Idol finalist Melinda Doolittle and the Nashville Choir will be featured. Gov. Bill Haslam, Lt. Gov. Rom Ramsey and Speaker of the House Beth Harwell also will participate. Tickets: $35, $350 for table of 10. Information: tennesseeprayerbreakfast.com

10. Sundance Film Festival rides into Belcourt - Friday, January 21, 2011

The Belcourt Theatre will become an outpost for the Sundance Film Festival 2011 on Thursday with the screening of “Letters from the Big Man.”

The 7 p.m. exclusive screening is part of Sundance Film Festival USA, a program that introduces the Sundance Film Festival experience to film-loving audiences across the nation. The film’s director, Christopher Munch, will attend the Nashville screening and participate in a post-screening Q & A session. The Belcourt Theatre is the only venue in the South and one of only nine venues in the country selected for this initiative.