Opening Day Lecture: Treasures from the House of Alba. Join Mark A. Roglán, PhD, the Linda P. and William A. Custard Director of the Meadows Museum, for a lecture exploring the historic and cultural legacy of the Alba family and the formation of its storied art collection, including renowned portraits by Francisco Goya. “Treasures from the House of Alba: 500 Years of Art and Collecting” are on view in the Frist Center’s Ingram Gallery through May 1. Friday, 6:30 p.m. Information: http://fristcenter.org/calendar/detail/opening-day-lecture-treasures-from-the-house-of-alba
SATURDAY, FEB. 6
First Saturday Art Crawl
The monthly visual arts event is presented by 5th Avenue of the Arts and takes place in that historic entertainment district of downtown Nashville. On the first Saturday of every month, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., an alliance of art galleries and museums collectively invite the public to explore the vibrant Nashville downtown art scene. More than 20 art venues participate. Admission free. Information: www.nashvilledowntown.com/play/first-saturday-art-crawl
MONDAY, FEB. 8
Real Estate Investors Network
Monthly Association Meeting. 5:30 p.m. at the FiftyForward Center, 174 Rains Ave, Nashville. Information: www.rein.org. Additional February opportunities:
- Monday, Feb. 8: Landlording Focus Group. Join other REIN members to share ideas and discuss the many areas of landlording and renting property. Tips and tricks, contracts, and policies to run your business better. 6:30 p.m., REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Nashville.
- Tuesday, Feb. 16: Deals, Deals, Deals Focus Group. Find where investors find and sell deals, as well as the mechanics of various deals. 6:30 p.m., REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Nashville.
- Thursday, Feb. 18: Williamson County Lunch. Rehabbers, 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., The Egg and I, 1000 Meridian Blvd, Suite 118, Franklin.
- Thursday, Feb. 18: Ca$h Flow & Millionaire Maker Game Night. Learn about wealth creation, managing assets and liabilities and escaping from the “rat race” without having to invest any of your own cash. 6 p.m., REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Nashville.
- Thursday, Feb. 25: Notes Focus Group. For those interested in buying and selling notes. 11:30 a.m., The Egg and I, 1000 Meridian Blvd, Suite 118, Franklin.
TUESDAY, FEB. 9
Cheatham County Democrats
The February meeting of the Cheatham County Democratic Executive Committee will be held at 6 p.m. in the Denney Room of the Pinnacle Bank, 524 South Main Street, Ashland City. Information: [email protected]
Regional Transportation Plan public meetings
The Nashville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization continues its public meetings to review the draft regional transportation plan for Middle Tennessee. The purpose of the RTP is to outline the region’s transportation priorities for federal funding. The plan was created in coordination with the existing and on-going transportation planning efforts of TDOT, area cities and counties, and transit agencies. The plan is scheduled for adoption by the MPO’s executive board on Feb. 17. 5-7 p.m., Smyrna Towne Center, 100 Sam Ridley Parkway E. Additional opportunity:
- Wednesday, Feb. 10: Gallatin City Hall, 132 W. Main St. 5-7 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10
Nashville Chamber Member Orientation
Learn about member benefits and involvement opportunities from Chamber staff, as well as how your business plays a role in the Chamber’s mission of creating regional economic prosperity. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, 211 Commerce St, Nashville. Information: www.nashvillechamber.com, 743-3063
THURSDAY, FEB. 11
All Veterans Career Fair
More than 400 veterans are expected to attend and network with veteran-friendly employers. There will be national, regional and local job opportunities, as well as entrepreneurial and educational offerings. This event is being produced by RecruitMilitary in partnership with Disabled American Veterans. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Nissan Stadium. Information: https://events.recruitmilitary.com.
SATURDAY, FEB. 13
WNPT Indie Lens Pop-Up Screening Event
A free preview screening of “The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution,” Stanley Nelson’s documentary about the Black Panther Party. 2 p.m., Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville. The film’s trailer is available at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=F56O3kZ9qr0
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17
Chamber West Monthly Networking Coffee
Learn more about Chamber West’s initiatives and find out how you can get involved in the continued success of this area. Information: www.nashvillechamber.com, 743-3063
THURSDAY, FEB. 18
Steve Tobin: Natural World
World-renowned sculptor Steve Tobin, who explores natural forms through monumental works in glass, bronze, steel and clay, will speak at Watkins College of Art, Design & Film, 6:30 p.m., as part of the school’s Visiting Artists Series. The event, held in the Watkins Theater, is free and the public is invited. His appearance is in conjunction with his solo exhibition Southern Roots, which will be on view on the grounds and in the Museum of Art at Cheekwood Feb. 20-Sept. 4. Information: www.watkins.edu/steve-tobin/
SUNDAY, FEB. 24
SALON@615
Debbie Macomber, author of “A Girl’s Guide to Moving On,” will close out the winter portion of the Nashville Public Library’s talks with best-selling authors. All Salon@615 events are free and open to the public. 6:15 p.m., Main Library, 615 Church St. Book
THROUGH MARCH 10
Wedding Dresses Through The Decades
Enjoy traveling through time as you walk among MORE THAN 50 gowns that are being placed on loan and exhibited, most for the first time. The “Wedding Dresses Through the Decades” exhibit at Oaklands Mansion (900 North Maney Avenue, Murfreesboro) is presented Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Special Friday evening openings will take place Jan. 22, Feb. 5 & 19, and again Mar. 4, 4-8 p.m.