Tin Pan South. Now in its 27th year, the Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival is the highlight for musicians and music lovers each year. Music fans come from all over the world to see dozens of performances during this event. Through Sunday. Information
THURSDAY, MARCH 28
Governor’s Address
The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes Governor Bill Lee to the 2019 Governor’s Address. Omni Hotel, 250 Fifth Avenue S. 7:45-8:15 registration, networking and breakfast, 8:15-9:15 a.m. program. Fee; $40 Nashville, Bellevue Harpeth, Maury and Rutherford County Chamber members. $500 reserved table for 10, $70 future Chamber members. Information
Street Eats
Enjoy a gathering of up to 20 local food trucks parked along Deaderick Street between Fourth Avenue North and Fifth Avenue North. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
THROUGH APRIL 7
Cheekwood in Bloom
This annual event featuring beautiful flowers, tours, events and music during multiple weekends every spring. More than 150,000 tulips will bloom by early April, plus plenty of daffodils, hyacinths, crocus and more spring beauties. Fees, hours and more
FRIDAY, MARCH 29
Legislative Update
Panel: Speaker of the House Glen Casada, Senate Majority Leader Jack Johnson, Reps. Sam Whitson and Brandan Ogles. Columbia State Community College, Community Room, Building A, 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin. 7:15-8:30 a.m. Fee: Free and open to the public. Information
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3
Chamber East Networking Coffee
Join business and community leaders in East Nashville for Chamber East monthly networking coffee and community update. Good Wood, 1015 W. Kirkland Ave. Suite 406, Nashville. 8:15-9:30 a.m. Registration is requested. Fee: Free. Information
Leads Exchange
A facilitated, casual networking opportunity for Williamson County Chamber members. Limited to 30 participants. Bring business cards, brochures and product samples to share with other participants. Lunch meeting option, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Location, Hilton Garden Inn, 9150 Carothers Parkway. Afternoon meeting, location to be determined. 3:30-5 p.m. Registration required. This is a free, members-only event. Information
THURSDAY, APRIL 4
Chamber Member Orientation
Learn about member benefits and involvement opportunities from Chamber staff, as well as the Chamber’s mission of creating regional economic prosperity. Breakfast provided. Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, 211 Commerce Street, Suite 100. 8-9:30 a.m. Fee: Free, but registration required. Information
Youth Job Fair
The summer Youth Job Fair is for those ages 15 and older seeking summer employment in Gallatin for summer, part time, seasonal, after school, etc. American Job Center, 1598 Green Lea Blvd., Gallatin. 3-7 p.m. Information: 615 452-4000.
FRIDAY, APRIL 5
First Friday: Your Small Business Resource
Topic: Image Management. E|Spaces, 1550 W. McEwen Drive, Suite 300. 7:30-9 a.m. Free. Information
SATURDAY, APRIL 6
Spring Gardening Classes at Nashville Zoo
Nashville Zoo and the Davidson County Master Gardeners are hosting gardening classes at the Grassmere Historic Farm gardens located behind the house. Classes are free with zoo admission. 11 a.m.
April 6, And Sow it Begins: Seed Starting and Composting
April 13, Can You Identify That Plant?
April 27, Culinary and Medicinal Herbs
May 4, Planting Seeds in the Children’s Garden
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Nashville VegFest
Promoting a healthy, cruelty-free, plant-based lifestyle is the focus of the Nashville VegFest. The Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Ave. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fee: $10 or $45 for VIP. Information
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. 6-9 p.m. Information
TUESDAY, APRIL 9
Opioids: NPT Reports Town Hall
The public forum will discuss how the nation’s opioid crisis and resulting public health crisis is affecting Middle Tennesseans. NPT Studio A, 161 Rains Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m., taping at 6:30 p.m. Fee: Free but RSVP’s required. Information and tickets
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1
Salon@615
Special Edition presents An Evening with Melinda Gates, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. 6:15-8:15 p.m. Fee: $37.50, includes a signed copy of the book, The Moment of Lift. Information