Eat Green for Tennessee. A group of 39 community-minded Nashville restaurants and 18 Chattanooga restaurants will raise awareness and donate a percentage of today’s sales to The Land Trust for Tennessee in support of its work protecting local farms and Tennessee’s natural landscapes. Participating Nashville restaurants include: 12 South Tap Room, 360 Bistro, 5th & Taylor, Adele’s, Arnold’s Country Kitchen, Bagel Face Bakery, Burger Up (12 South), Butchertown Hall, The Capitol Grille, Chago’s Cantina, City House, Dozen Bakery, FLIP Burger, Frothy Monkey, Grays on Main, Holland House, Josephine, Kayne Prime, Las Paletas, Lockeland Table, Merchant’s, Miel, Moto, Noelle, Paradise Park, The Perch, Pharmacy Burger, Porter Road Butchers, Prima, Pub5, Puckett’s (Leiper’s Fork), Rolf & Daughters, Saint Anejo, Taco Mamacita, Tavern, Two Ten Jack, Virago, Whiskey Kitchen, Wild Cow. Information: www.LandTrustTN.org/egt

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16

Open House meetings for Northwest Corridor Transit Study

The Regional Transportation Authority of Middle Tennessee is midway through a study to evaluate transit options between Clarksville and Nashville. One of the key components of the project is input from those who live, work and travel along this corridor. A series of Open House style public meetings is continuing to provide updates on the project and solicit additional input. The final session is today at Nashville Farmer’s Market, 900 Rosa Parks Blvd. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Information: www.nwcorridorstudy.com

Toasting Our Town

A reception celebrating the publication of Nashville Architecture: A Guide to the City, written by Tennessee State Historian Carroll Van West. 5-7 p.m., Sunnyside in Sevier Park, 12th Avenue South (Granny White Pike). First copies of the book will be for sale at the event and online only at www.nashville.gov/HistoricalCommission.aspx. It will be available at bookstores and online Sept. 30.

Chamber West Monthly Networking Coffee

An opportunity to learn more about Chamber West’s initiatives and find out how you can get involved in the continued success of this area. 8-9:15 a.m., Hampton Inn & Suites-Green Hills, 2324 Crestmoor Rd., Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 615-743-3063

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17

Real Estate Investors Network

Williamson County Lunch Meeting. Rehabbers, new construction builders, commercial, mini-storage, wholesalers, private lenders, transaction funders, hard-money lenders, bankers, title attorneys, Realtors and vendors discuss deals, the state of the market and how they can help each other prosper. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., The Egg and I, 1000 Meridian Blvd, Suite 118. Information: www.rein.org. Additional opportunities:

• Thursday, Sept. 17: Ca$h Flow and Millionaire Maker Game Night. Learn financial strategies without having to invest any of your own hard-earned cash. These games are fun and educational ways to learn about wealth creation, managing assets and liabilities, and escaping from the “Rat Race.”

• Monday, Sept. 21: Landlording Focus Group. 6:15 p.m., REIN Center, 4525 Harding Road, Suite 200.

SEPT. 16-17

2015 NERVE Conference

The Entrepreneurs’ Organization of Nashville has been selected to host the largest-ever EO NERVE Conference, an annual gathering of EO chapters. Attendees will participate in learning sessions and interactive workshops. Omni hotel, Nashville. Information: http://nerve2015.com.

SEPT. 16-19

AmericanaFest

For four nights, the Americana Music Festival will feature approximately 165 live performances at over nine music venues in the vicinity of downtown Nashville. Wristband ($60) wearers may attend all evening showcases at participating venues on all nights. This does not include admission to the Riverfront Park event on Saturday, which features Loretta Lynn, Steve Earle, Gillian Welch, Valerie June, Nikki Lane, Tift Merritt, Emmy Rose Russell and Eric Heywood. Conference registration ($365-$515) include admission to all shows. Information: Information: http://americanamusic.org

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17

2015 NEXT Awards Finalists Celebration

Join the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Nashville Entrepreneur Center as they celebrate the 2015 NEXT Awards finalists. All applicants, friends and colleagues are invited to celebrate and network with the newly named finalists. Finalists will be celebrated in the following industries: Health care, technology, digital media & entertainment, sustainability & social enterprise, products & services, young entrepreneur of the year, entrepreneur of the year. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Networking reception (complimentary admission but registration is required). Studio 615, 272 Broadmoor Drive. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 615-743-3063

Chamber North Quarterly Meeting

Latest in a series of quarterly meetings specifically for North Nashville businesses to discuss growth and activities, including public safety and traffic/transportation. 8:30-9:30 a.m., Farmers Market, 900 Rosa Parks Blvd, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 615-743-3063.

Music on Main

The Band Entice! Will be play Motown, soul and rock under the stars with food vendors and a kid’s activity zone on the lawn at Goodlettsville City Hall. Dancing encouraged. Free. Information: www.goodlettsvillechamber.com

Tennessee Business Tax Seminar Series

The seminar, presented by the Tennessee Department of Revenue and MTSU’s Department of Accounting, will be held 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the DoubleTree Hotel, 1850 Old Fort Parkway in Murfreesboro. It is designed to provide current, in-depth information on Tennessee tax issues to business owners, CPAs and other interested parties. State tax specialists will present recent developments in legislation, including updates from the current 2015 legislative session, and discuss various tax types and exemptions including business, sales and use, gift and inheritance, individual income and tangible personal property. Fee: $190. Registration: www.mtsu.edu/accounting/seminars.php.

SEPT. 18-19

Sweet Tea & Shopping 2015 Fall Frenzy

An opportunity to shop for handmade, vintage, antique, junk-tique, repurposed, custom creations, original works and original art, along with special displays from local entrepreneurs & small business in the Main Street, USA area. Also, children’s games and food trucks. $8 (10 & younger free) includes two-day admission (Friday 4-8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.). Sumner County Fairgrounds, 222 Fairground Road, Gallatin. Information: www.facebook.com/sweetteaandshopping

SATURDAY, SEPT. 19

Hands On Nashville Day

More than 1,500 volunteers will take part in the 24th annual event, tackling projects at more than 30 Metro schools. 8:30-11:30 a.m. Those interesting in volunteering may do so at www.hon.org.

SEPT. 19-20

Music City Food + Wine Festival

the brainchild of Grammy award-winning artists (and Nashville residents) Kings of Leon, world renowned chef Jonathan Waxman, Austin-based C3 Presents — producer of Austin Food + Wine Festival, Austin City Limits Music Festival, and Lollapalooza — and Vector Management’s Ken Levitan and Andy Mendelsohn. Activities include cooking demos & panel discussions with local and national top chefs, spirits experts, and sommeliers; wine, beer, & spirits tastings; Saturday and Sunday grand tastings featuring samples from some of Nashville’s signature restaurants and local purveyors; harvest night evening event; Sunday gospel brunch. Passes range from $150 (one-day) to $500. Bicentennial Mall. Information: www.musiccityfoodandwinefestival.com

TUESDAY, SEPT. 22

Courtyard Concerts

Andy T Nick Nixon Band plays a hard-driving mix of blues, gospel and R&B. Concerts are scheduled for every Tuesday, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. through Oct. 6. They take place in the Robinson Courtyard, located on the second floor of the Main Library, 615 Church St. Attendees are invited to bring their lunch. Final  shows: Sept. 29, Jerry Douglas and Friends. The dobro master will welcome Viktor Krauss on bass and Christian Sedelmyer on violin to play a mix of bluegrass and more.