Good Morning Gallatin. The focus and goal of Good Morning Gallatin is to allow the public to ‘wake up to what’s trending’ by hearing about business and community issues and to get updates on new legislation at the local, county, and state levels from our elected officials. Sumner Regional Medical Center will once again be sponsoring this informative program. January topic: State Legislative Anticipated Activity update. Sumner Regional Medical Center, 555 Hartsville Pike. Friday, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Free and open to the public. Information: http://www.gallatintn.org
SATURDAY, JAN. 27
Nashville Zoo Run Run
Join a herd of runners at Zoo Run Run. This winter race takes runners and walkers on a 5K adventure throughout the Zoo’s property, including areas not available to the public. Families and children are encouraged to bundle up as they hit the trail. All proceeds from the Zoo Run Run help fund Zoo operations, including providing education programs for children, feeding our collection of more than 2,300 animals and keeping our Zoo safe and clean for visitors. 3777 Nolensville Pike. 3-5 p.m. Fee: Kids $15, Adults $30. Information: https://www.nashvillezoo.org/upcoming-events/entry/zoo-run-run
Unleashed: Dinner With Your Dog
Benefiting the Nashville Humane Association. Unleashed is being chaired by Marcia Masulla and hosted by WSMV’s Today in Nashville hosts Kelly Sutton & Carole Sullivan. The event will feature cocktails, dinner, and a live and silent auction. There will also be a doggie fashion show featuring pups available for adoption. Fee: $100 for general admission, $175 for catwalk tickets. Hutton Hotel, 1808 West End Ave. 6:30 p.m. Information: http://nashvillehumane.org
Winter Party
Hosted by Friends of the Food Bank to benefit Second Harvest. Aerial Rooftop, 411 Broadway. 7:30-11 p.m. Cocktail attire. The evening will feature an open bar, late night bites and a live DJ. Fee: $75. Information: https://secondharvestmidtn.org/winterparty/
THURSDAY, FEB. 1
Member Orientation
Event Description: Joining the Chamber was an important step for your business. Now, how do you make the most of your investment? Join us for Member Orientation and learn about member benefits and involvement opportunities from Chamber staff. You’ll also learn how your business plays a role in the Chamber’s mission of creating regional economic prosperity. Lunch will be provided. Schedule: 11:30 a.m. Registration, 11:50 a.m. Program. Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, 211 Commerce Street, Suite 100. Information: http://web.nashvillechamber.com
SATURDAY, FEB. 3
First Saturday Art Crawl
Art galleries throughout downtown host receptions and art openings, presenting local and world-renowned artists and artwork. The galleries offer rare opportunities to view diverse exhibitions featuring every genre of art. Admission: Free. Most galleries serve free wine and other refreshments. Information: http://www.nashvilledowntown.com/play/first-saturday-art-crawl
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 7
Chamber East Networking Coffee
Join business and community leaders in East Nashville for the Chamber East monthly networking coffee and community update. KIPP Nashville, 123 Douglas Avenue. 8:15-8:30 a.m. networking, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Registration is requested. Cost: Chamber Members: Complimentary, Future Members: Complimentary, Future Members (3 or more visits): $20. As of January 1, 2018, to add value for our Chamber members, Area Advisory Council events are $20 to attend for Future Members after 2 complimentary visits. If you have any questions, please contact Maggie Wortendyke at [email protected]. Information: www.nashvillechamber.com
THURDAY, FEB. 8
Chamber South Meeting
Chamber South is gathering business and community leaders in the South Nashville area to discuss topics relevant to the business community. Futureshirts, 3720 Keystone Avenue, 37211. 8-8:30 a.m. registration and networking. 8:30-9:30 a.m. presentation. Fee: Chamber Members: Complimentary, Future Members: Complimentary, Future Members (3 or more visits): $20. As of January 1, 2018, to add value for our Chamber members, Area Advisory Council events are $20 to attend for Future Members after 2 complimentary visits. Information: [email protected], http://web.nashvillechamber.com
Sound Smart, Play Smarter!
Local & national sportscasters and commentators share the tricks, techniques, and unwritten rules every sports fan needs. Gary Belsky discusses the book, Up Your Game. Event moderated by Rudy Kalis. Gordon Jewish Community Center, 801 Percy Warner Blvd., Nashville. 7 p.m.
FEB. 9-11
Nashville Home and Remodeling Expo
The home show will feature exhibits, high-profile industry personalities and the latest trends in home improvement. This year’s show is featuring celebrities like Vern Yip from TLC’s Trading Spaces, DIY Network’s the Pool Kings, a Tiny Home Village and more. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave., South. Opens 10 a.m. each day. Close: Friday and Saturday, 9 p.m. and Sunday 6 p.m. Fee: Adult- $10 or $8 on line. Under 12 free. Friday is Hero Day for active and retired military and first responders to attend free with valid ID. Information: https://nashvillehomeandremodelingexpo.com/
THURSDAY, FEB. 15
State Museum Lunch & Learn
The award-winning exhibition, I Have a Voice: Tennessee’s African American Musical Heritage, organized by the staff at the State Museum, continues to travel to museums across the state. In this program, exhibit historians, Graham Perry, curator of Social History, and Mike Bell, curator of Popular Music, will speak and perform some of the music of black Tennesseans that transformed American music, including spirituals, blues, ragtime, jazz, gospel, rhythm and blues, rock and roll, and soul music. These musicians have influenced and enriched music around the world, from the early blues legends of W. C. Handy and Bessie Smith to the soul hits of STAX Records in Memphis. Tennessee State Museum, Level B, 505 Deadrick Street. Fee: Free. 12:15 p.m.- 12:45. Additional Dates:
March 15: Mortimer May, A Tennessee Holocaust Hero
April 19: The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
April 26: The History of Tennessee State Museum
Information: http://www.tnmuseum.org