EVENTS
“Tammy Wynette: First Lady of Country Music” Curator’s Exhibit Talk
August 20. Country Music Hall of Fame. The museum curator will offer an introduction to the exhibit. Presented by Great American Country Television Network, this biographical exhibit will feature a video narrated by Faith Hill and a variety of items collected from Wynette’s life and signature country music career. Noon. Exhibit included in museum admission, with the exception of some singular events. countrymusichalloffame.org
“Tammy Wynette: First Lady of Country Music” Exhibit
August 20 – June 12. Country Music Hall of Fame. Presented by Great American Country Television Network, this biographical exhibit will feature a video narrated by Faith Hill and a variety of items collected from Wynette’s life and signature country music career. Exhibit included in museum admission, with the exception of some singular events. countrymusichalloffame.org
Shape a Poem Workshop
August 21. Green Hills Library. Come blend visual and literary art by crafting a short poem and contributing it to a hexaflexagon, an unusual kinetic shape composed entirely of words. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. nashvillelibrary.org.
Songwriter Session: Rafe Van Hoy
August 21. Country Music Hall of Fame. Rafe Van Hoy wrote, co-wrote and recorded a variety of Wynette’s biggest hits, as well as hits for major bands like the Oak Ridge Boys and Conway Twitty. Presented by Great American Country Television Network, this biographical exhibit will feature a video narrated by Faith Hill and a variety of items collected from Wynette’s life and signature country music career. 11:30 a.m. Exhibit included in museum admission, with the exception of some singular events. countrymusichalloffame.org
Panel Discussion: “Singing my Song: The Music of Tammy Wynette”
August 21. Country Music Hall of Fame. Close friends of Wynette will be present to reminisce about the star’s life and career. Presented by Great American Country Television Network, this biographical exhibit will feature a video narrated by Faith Hill and a variety of items collected from Wynette’s life and signature country music career. 1: 30 p.m. Exhibit included in museum admission, with the exception of some singular events. countrymusichalloffame.org
“Puddle-Palooza”: Walden’s Puddle Benefit Concert and Festival
August 21. Yogi Bear Jellystone Park. Proceeds from a benefit concert, featuring performances by Lane Brody, Cerrito, Rodney Crowell, CNN news anchor Robin Meade, the Notorious Cherry Bombs, Victoria Shaw, Keni Thomas, Emily West, will help support Walden’s Puddle, Tennessee’s only wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center. Gates open at noon, concert at 3 p.m. $20. Kids get in free. visitmusiccity.com/visitors/puddlepalooza
Film Screening: “Stand By Your Dream” (1987)
August 22. Country Music Hall of Fame. Wynette will tell about her life in her own words with this BBC documentary that toured with her on the road. Presented by Great American Country Television Network, this biographical exhibit will feature a video narrated by Faith Hill and a variety of items collected from Wynette’s life and signature country music career. Exhibit included in museum admission, with the exception of some singular events. countrymusichalloffame.org
Film Screening: “Stand By Your Dream” (1987)
August 22. Country Music Hall of Fame. Wynette will tell about her life in her own words with this BBC documentary that toured with her on the road. Presented by Great American Country Television Network, this biographical exhibit will feature a video narrated by Faith Hill and a variety of items collected from Wynette’s life and signature country music career. Free. singular events. countrymusichalloffame.org
Film Screening: “Legendary Performances: Tammy Wynette” (2008)
August 22. Country Music Hall of Fame. A profile of Wynette’s life plus a stunning performance of her hit “Til I Can Make It On My Own.” Presented by Great American Country Television Network, this biographical exhibit will feature a video narrated by Faith Hill and a variety of items collected from Wynette’s life and signature country music career. Free. countrymusichalloffame.org
Wynonna’s Visionary Philanthropy Awarded
August 24. Wynonna Judd will receive The Cecil Scaife Visionary Award for 2010 at at Conservation Hall located at the Tennessee Governor’s Mansion in Nashville. The invitation-only gala begins at 6:30 p.m. The evening will be filled with music and tributes from friends and esteemed members of the community including Nashville Mayor Karl Dean, Governor Phil Bredesen and a proclamation from U.S. Congresswoman, Marsha Blackburn. Invitations may be requested by emailing NashvilleCelbrates@gmail.com. All donations benefit the Cecil Scaife Music Business Scholarship Endowment for an educational scholarship to be awarded in Wynonna Judd’s name.
SCORE Counseling
August 25. Nashville Main Library. Free and confidential small business mentoring. Call to schedule a free session with an experienced SCORE counselor. 10 a.m. (615) 862-5800 nashvillelibrary.org.
Member Morning at the Zoo
August 25. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. Members get in one hour earlier (8-9 a.m.) and can enjoy special privileges like free carousel rides. nashvillezoo.org.
Nashville Lifestyles Bartender Bash
August 26. Union Station Hotel Lobby. Sample drinks, enjoy tasty hors d’oeuvres and live music while watching your favorite bartenders from Rumba, Morton’s the Steakhouse, 1808 Grille, Whiskey Kitchen, Wild Ginger and more compete for Best Grey Goose Martini and Most Creative Cocktail. 6–8 p.m. $25 advance. $30 at the door. Tickets include two complimentary Grey Goose cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and more! nashvillelifestyles.com.
Sunset Safari: A Walk on the Wild Side
August 26. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. Come savor a huge variety of samples from restaurants, caterers, and beverage companies during the zoo’s first after-hours fundraiser for its newest exhibit, Flamingo Lagoon. 6 p.m. $150. nashvillezoo.org.
Garden Shows and Lectures: Planting
August 26. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. 1 p.m. Members $15. Non-members $20. cheekwood.org.
Garden Shows and Lectures: Gardening 101 Part 3 (Planting)
August 26. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Learn everything you need to know about planting a successful garden, from planning to propagating and pruning. Go online to register. 1 p.m. Members: $15; Nonmembers: $20. cheekwood.org.
Chief Johnny Mosby 2nd Annual Golf Tournament
August 27. It will be a great emergency service event with police, fire dept., emergency services, LifeFlight, trauma etc. coming together to play golf for a worthy cause. Format: 4 person scramble. Cost: $300 per team. Sponsorship Opportunities available: $500-Gold Sponsor, $300 Silver Sponsor, $100 Bronze Sponsor. Register: Contact Sgt. Justin Lemanski at 615-971-6193 or 615-566-4686 for registration. Fees for the full team must be received by team appointee on August 15, 2010. Make checks payable to: Johnny Mosby Memorial Golf Tournament. www.MyTSN.org
Music City BBQ Festival
August 27-28. Riverfront Park. Presented by Memphis Barbeque Network. Friday 12 p.m. – 11 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. musiccitybbqfestival.com.
l’Eté du Vin
August 28. America’s oldest charity wine auction, l’Eté du Vin has raised over $16 million in support of cancer. Featuring Malenda Trick. Wine Sampling and Culinary Tour 5:30 p.m.. Live Auction 8 p.m. $200 per person. $2000 per table. nashvillewineauction.com.
Library Book Sale
August 28. Thompson Lane Library. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. nashvillelibrary.org.
Fest de Ville Gala 2010
August 28. TPAC’s Jackson Hall Lobby and Stage. The 11th annual gala will be themed this year around 9 to 5: The Musical! Cocktails, a silent auction, dinner and entertainment will culminate with Dolly Parton receiving the TPAC’s 2010 Applause Award. After Party to follow in the lobby. 5-9 p.m. Tickets at tpac.org.
Fest de Ville Gala 2010 After Party
August 28. TPAC’s Jackson Hall Lobby and Stage. The 11th annual gala will conclude with an open bar and lite bites. 9:00 p.m. $60. tpac.org.
Nashville Predators Day
August 29. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. The Nashville Predators hockey team will be on hand to host games and giveaways, plus a meet-and-greet at the Zoo’s Jungle Terrace Pavilion from 2-3 p.m. Kids can also enjoy a game of youth hockey, an obstacle course and a saber tooth tiger slide. 1-5 p.m.
A Year with Birds: A Film by a Father and His Daughter
August 31. Green Hills Library. What originally began as a simple way for a father to spend time with his daughter turned into an expansive study of over 60 bird species that wing their way over Tennessee each year. Great for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts. 6:30 p.m. nashvillelibrary.org.
Belmont Community Celebration of Art Show and Sale
October 1-3. Dedicated to showcasing local and regional artistic talent, the proceeds of the sale benefit Christ the King School and serve as an inspiration for a future generation of artists. This year’s show brings over 40 artists to the Christ the King campus. Oils, watercolors, sculptors, stone masons and jewelers will all be on hand to sell their works. The featured artist is Shannon Haas. http://www.ctkart.com
Artrageous Benefit Event
November 13. Local Galleries and War Memorial Auditorium. Held in conjunction with Liza Minnelli’s highly anticipated concert, the Artrageous Package allows patrons to tour the city’s finest galleries, enjoy restaurant refreshments and attend an after-concert party at the War Memorial Auditorium. This annual benefit for Nashvile CARES includes both general and host level admission. Tickets for Artrageous can be added-on when purchasing Liza Minnelli tickets or purchased separately. Artrageous Package $65, $100. artrageous.org. tpac.org.
MUSIC
Monday Open Mic at Bluebird Café
Monday nights. Sign-up 5:30 p.m. The show runs 6-9 p.m. Writers get the chance to play two of their own original songs, solo, or accompanied by no more than two others on stage. Drums and backing tracks are not allowed. (615) 383-1461.
The Time Jumpers
Monday Nights. Station Inn. The band consists of Hoot Hester (fiddle/vocals), Dennis Crouch (bass), Johnny Cox (steel guitar), Andy Reiss (guitar), Rick Vanaugh (drums), Jeff Taylor (accordion/vocals), Kenny Sears (fiddle/vocals), Carolyn Martin (vocals) and “Ranger Doug” Green (guitar/vocals). 9 p.m. $15. (615) 255-3307.
Doyle and Debbie Show
Tuesday Nights. Station Inn. 7 p.m. $20. (615) 887-5680.
Open Mic with Host Donnie Winters
Tuesday Nights. Douglas Corner Café. 8 p.m. (615) 298-1688.
Mashville Brigade
Tuesday Nights. Station Inn. 9 p.m. $8. (615) 255-3307. stationinn.com.
The Wooten Brothers
Wednesday Nights. Third and Lindsley. 9:30 p.m. $5. 3rdandlindsley.com.
Bluegrass Jam Station Inn
Sunday Nights. All shows are first come, first served. 9 p.m. Free. (615) 255-3307. stationinn.com.
Grand Ole Opry
August 20. Ryman Auditorium. Musical line-up featuring Kathy Mattea, Hal Ketchum and more. 7 p.m. opry.com.
Full Moon Pickin’ Party
August 20. Warner Parks Equestrian Center. Presented by Friends of Warner Parks. 7–11 p.m. $10-$20. (615) 370-8053.
Music in the Vines: Reed Pittman
August 20. Arrington Vineyards and Winery. 5-9 p.m. Free. (615) 395-0102.
Grand Ole Opry
August 21. Ryman Auditorium. Musical line-up featuring Dailey & Vincent, Crystal Gayle, and more. 7 p.m. opry.com.
Paramore with Special Guests Tegan and Sara, New Found Glory, Kadawatha
August 21. Nashville Municipal Auditorium. Presented by Honda Civic Tour. nashvilleauditorium.com.
Bluebird on the Mountain
August 21. Vanderbilt University Dyer Observatory. Presented by The Bluebird Café. Gates 6 p.m. Concert 8 p.m. $95 per carload of up to 8. bluebirdcafe.com.
Jazz on the Lawn featuring Randy Moore and the Fabulous Suedes
August 21. Beachaven Vineyard and Winery, Clarksville. 6:30–9:30 p.m. Free. (931) 645-8867.
David Gray & Ray Lamontagne
August 22. Bridgestone Arena. A portion of this concert, rescheduled from its original location at the Ryman, will go to Habitat for Humanity’s Timberwood Project, which will help to sponsor the homes of families impacted by May’s floods. 7 p.m.
Coheed & Cambria with Porcupine Tree and Deer Hunter at TPAC
August 22. War Memorial Auditorium. 7 p.m. tpac.org.
Herbie Hancock
August 22. Ryman Auditorium. 7 p.m. ryman.com.
Grand Ole Opry
August 24. Ryman Auditorium. Musical line-up featuring Danny Gokey, Del McCoury Band, and more. 7 p.m. opry.com.
Cigar Nights with Reed Pittman
August 25. Arrington Vineyards and Winery. 6-9 p.m. (615) 395-0102.
Michael Bolton with Sam and Ruby
August 26. Wildhorse Saloon. 7:45 p.m. (615) 902-8200.
Grand Ole Opry
August 27. Ryman Auditorium. 7 p.m. opry.com.
Grand Ole Opry
August 28. War Memorial Auditorium. Musical line-up featuring Ronnie Milsap and more.7 p.m. opry.com.
Nashville Beauty Expo
August 28. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. at Loews Vanderbilt Plaza. Admission: $10
www.nashvillebeautyexpo.com. Contact 615-513-7091. Purchase tickets at Haddox Pharmacy, 1508 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, (615) 329-3943
Natalie Merchant
August 28. Ryman Auditorium. 7:30 p.m. ryman.com.
Jazz on the Lawn: The Fabulous Wootens
August 29. Belle Meade Plantation. Presented by Tennessee Jazz and Blues Society. 6 p.m. Members $10. Non-members $20. jazzblues.org.
Sunset Concert Series featuring “Seven Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience”
August 29. Carnton Plantation. 6–8 p.m. $4-$10. (615) 794-0903.
Grand Ole Opry
August 31. Ryman Auditorium. Musical line-up featuring The Band Perry, and more. 7 p.m. opry.com.
Liza Minnelli in Concert
November 13. TPAC’s Andrew Jackson Hall. Vocal powerhouse Liza Minnelli will be giving a glamorous evening concert featuring some of the greatest American standards. Liza will be accompanied by Billy Stritch and her quartet. A special online Artrageous ticket package will provide an even more exciting experience with art gallery tours, restaurant refreshments and an after-party at the War Memorial Auditorium. 8 p.m. Single tickets $50-$150; Artrageous Package $65, $100. tpac.org.
ARTS
Golden Age of Couture: Paris and London 1947–1957
June 18-September 12. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. The launch of Christian Dior’s “New Look” in 1947 marked the beginning of a momentous decade in fashion history, which Dior himself called a “golden age.” The couture houses of Paris and London, which had traditionally served wealthy private clients, opened boutiques and licensed their designs, thereby becoming global brands and household names. Through clothing, shoes and photographs, this exhibition demonstrates how designers such as Dior, Balenciaga, and Chanel brought glamour back to Europe after World War II. Exhibition organized by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.
Presence or Absence: The Photographs of Tokihiro Sato
June 18–September 12. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. An exhibition of 13 landscape photographs by one of Japan’s most acclaimed and best-known contemporary artists, Tokihiro Sato uses traditional technology in untraditional ways. His photographs can take up to three hours to make as he moves across the landscape with mirrors and lights to create ultra-long exposures using a large-format, 8” x 10” camera set on a tripod. Through his photographs, Sato creates a poetic, lyrical world. Perfectly still and deep, each piece presents a scene of light that seems to breathe and only exist in a dream.
Arts at the Airport: Summer Flying Solo Series
June 13—Sept. 6. Nashville International Airport. An exhibition of local artists throughout the summer months. flynashville.com
A Song for America: Twenty-Five Years of Farm Aid Photography Exhibit
June 25—Dec. 31. Country Music Hall of Fame. Features portraits of some of the biggest names in country music alongside members of Farm Aid in a nostalgic portrayal through the decades. countrymusichalloffame.org/news
Sketch Safari,
Sept. 9. Resident staff artist will lead participants as they learn fundamentals and brush up on the basics. Each class also includes the chance to see one of our elephants do some artwork of their own. Participants must provide their own materials. Ages 13 and up. 4– 5:30 p.m. $15 for members and $25 for non-members.
William Edmondson: The Hand and the Spirit
Ongoing. Cheekwood Botanical Garden. cheekwood.org.
The Matilda Geddings Gray Collection of Fabergé
Ongoing. Cheekwood Botanical Garden. cheekwood.org.
Fletcher Benton’s Truckin’ Jumbo Geo
Ongoing. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. Composed of geometric elements that have been welded together in abstract configurations, Fletcher Benton’s sculptures explore tensions between space and volume, balance and precariousness, and simplicity and complexity.
Sharaku Interpreted by Japan’s Contemporary Artists
February 18-August 11. Tennessee State Museum . Free. tnmuseum.org.
Bernard de Clavière: Animalier Extraordinaire
Through August 22. Tennessee State Museum. Free. tnmuseum.org.
Romance of the Horse
Through August 22. Tennessee State Museum. Free. tnmuseum.org.
Tennessee History Comes Alive
Through August 29. Tennessee State Museum. Free. tnmuseum.org.
Chihuly at the Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Through January 2. In addition to the Frist Center, Dale Chihuly’s work also will be seen at the Cheekwood Botanical Garden and at performances of the Nashville Symphony. (615) 244-3340.
The American Impressionists in the Garden
Through September 5. Cheekwood Botanical Garden. Tuesdays-Saturdays 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. cheekwood.org.
Video Installations Galleries: Soaps, Flukes and Follies
Ends September 12. Cheekwood Botanical Garden. cheekwood.org.
Dana Costello and Moco Sasamoto
Through July 31. Estel Gallery. estelgallery.com.
A Song for America: Twenty-Five Years of Farm Aid Photography Exhibit
Through December 31. Country Music Hall of Fame. Features portraits of some of the biggest names in country music alongside members of Farm Aid in a nostalgic portrayal through the decades. countrymusichalloffame.org/news.
“Temporary Contemporary” Gallery Showing
Through September 12. Cheekwood Botanical Garden. Gallery showcasing artist Andrew Rothman’s techniques for utilizing aspects of light, space, and environment in his surreal and sublime photography collection. cheekwood.org.
Five Centuries of Drawing
Through September 23. Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery. Come celebrate the fine art of drawing with this spectacular collection of ink, pastel, charcoal, and graphite sketches, ranging from the 16th to the 20th centuries. The exhibit features the bold and exquisitely detailed work of over thirty different artists within the five-century time span. Tuesday-Friday Noon-4 p.m., Saturday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. (615) 322-0605.
Chihuly in the Hotshop
Through October 31. Cheekwood Botanical Garden. cheekwood.org.
From Post Office to Art Center
Through October 24. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. fristcenter.org.
George Rickey’s Three Red Lines
Through December. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. fristcenter.org.
Peach McComb
July 1-31. Ethel Smith Gallery and Members’ Gallery. tenneesseeartleague.org.
Works by Tennessee Art League Members
July 1-31. Members’ Gallery. tenneesseeartleague.org.
ArtEmbrace
July 1-31. The Poston Gallery TAL. YMCA students’ works from ArtEmbrace. tennesseeartleague.org.
Second Floor Gallery Features 16 Local Artists
July 1-31. Second Floor Gallery. tennesseeartleague.org.
Gwen Rodriquez
July 1-August 28. Premiere Gallery. tenneesseeartleague.org.
Frist Fridays
July 30. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. fristcenter.org
Walking on Eggshells
July 31. Blend Studio. 6 p.m. (615) 554-1340.
William Edmondson: The Hand and the Spirit
Ongoing. Cheekwood Botanical Garden. cheekwood.org. The Matilda Geddings Gray Collection of Fabergé. Cheekwood Botanical Garden. cheekwood.org.
Fletcher Benton’s Truckin’ Jumbo Geo
Ongoing. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. Composed of geometric elements that have been welded together in abstract configurations, Fletcher Benton’s sculptures explore tensions between space and volume, balance and precariousness, and simplicity and complexity. fristcenter.org.
Urban Project 2
Ongoing. Davis Art Advisory. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 6-9 p.m. davisartadvisory.com.
Works by Bill Killebrew
Ongoing. Track 13 Gallery at Cummins Station.
New Year New Artists
Ongoing. Bennett Galleries. Mondays-Saturdays. (615) 297-3201.
New Works by John Hyche and Andy Reed
Ongoing. Bennett Galleries. Mondays-Saturdays. (615) 297-3201.
The Matilda Geddings Gray Foundation’s Collection of Fabergé
Ongoing. Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art. Tuesdays-Sundays. $45. (615) 356-8000. cheekwood.org.
Works With Clay
Saturdays. Magpie Ect. (615) 429-5469.
Snap
Through August 3. Rymer Gallery. (615) 752-6030.
From Canvas to Canvas
Through August 7. Belcourt. (615) 846-3150. belcourt.org.
Sharaku Interpreted by Japan’s Contemporary Artists
Through August 11. Tennessee State Museum. Free. tnmuseum.org.
Works by Jeff Faust
Through August 13. Gallery One. (615) 473-4321. galleryone.biz.
The Work of Damon McIntyre
Through August 13. Tennessee Arts Commission Gallery. (615) 741-1701.
American Art at Vanderbilt
Through August 19. Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery. (615) 322-0605.
Bernard de Clavière: Animalier Extraordinaire
Through August 22. Tennessee State Museum. Free. tnmuseum.org.
Romance of the Horse
Through August 22. Tennessee State Museum. Free. tnmuseum.org.
Gwen Rodriquez
Through August 28. Premiere Gallery. tenneesseeartleague.org.
Practice Makes Perfect
Through August 28. Twist Gallery. (615) 255-6530. twistartgallery.com.
Summer Salon
Through August 28. Cumberland Gallery. (615) 297-0296.
Tennessee History Comes Alive
Through August 29. Tennessee State Museum. Free. tnmuseum.org.
Books, Dolls and the Wizard of Oz: An Exhibit by Shirley Jaeger
Through August 31. Green Hills Library. A display of Jaeger’s collection, begun in 1988. nashvillelibrary.org.
New Orleans, Before and After Katrina: Photography by Robert Lenter
Through August 31. Green Hills Library. nashvillelibrary.org.
My Eye on Tennessee: Photography by Paul Beavers
Through August 31. Green Hills Library. nashvillelibrary.org.
Hollaback Holland
Through September 1. Fido. (615) 777-3436. bongojava.com/fido.php.
Mixed-Media Show
Through September 1. 417 Union. Featuring work by Rick Millwarad, Alicia Raney, Molly Jenson and Lisa Stevens. (615) 401-7241.
The Dark Palette
Through September 4. LeQuire Gallery. Free. (615) 298-4611.
Arts at the Airport: Summer Flying Solo Series
Through September 6. Nashville International Airport. An exhibition of local artists throughout the summer months. flynashville.com.
American Impressionists in the Garden
Through September 6. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Cheekwood’s historic gardens provide the most appropriate setting for this tranquil and evocative exhibit featuring the best in garden-themed American Impressionism, divided into “European Gardens,” “Gardens in America,” and “Garden Sculpture.” cheekwood.org.
Golden Age of Couture: Paris and London 1947–1957
Through September 12. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. The launch of Christian Dior’s “New Look” in 1947 marked the beginning of a momentous decade in fashion history, which Dior himself called a “golden age.” The couture houses of Paris and London, which had traditionally served wealthy private clients, opened boutiques and licensed their designs, thereby becoming global brands and household names. Through clothing, shoes and photographs, this exhibition demonstrates how designers such as Dior, Balenciaga and Chanel brought glamour back to Europe after World War II. Exhibition organized by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. fristcenter.org.
Presence or Absence: The Photographs of Tokihiro Sato
Through September 12. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. An exhibition of 13 landscape photographs by one of Japan’s most acclaimed and best-known contemporary artists, Tokihiro Sato uses traditional technology in untraditional ways. His photographs can take up to three hours to make as he moves across the landscape with mirrors and lights to create ultra-long exposures using a large-format, 8” x 10” camera set on a tripod. Through his photographs, Sato creates a poetic, lyrical world. Perfectly still and deep, each piece presents a scene of light that seems to breathe and only exist in a dream. fristcenter.org.
“Temporary Contemporary” Gallery Showing
Through September 12. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Gallery showcasing artist Aaron Rothman’s techniques for utilizing aspects of light, space, and environment in his surreal and sublime photography collection. cheekwood.org.
Video Installations Galleries: Soaps, Flukes and Follies
Through September 12. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. cheekwood.org.
Five Centuries of Drawing
Through September 23. Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery. Come celebrate the fine art of drawing with this spectacular collection of ink, pastel, charcoal and graphite sketches, ranging from the 16th to the 20th centuries. The exhibit features the bold and exquisitely detailed work of over thirty different artists within the five-century time span. Tuesday-Friday Noon-4 p.m., Saturday 1-5 p.m. (615) 322-0605.
From Post Office to Art Center
Through October 24. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. fristcenter.org.
Chihuly in the Hotshop
Through October 31. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Courtyard Gallery. cheekwood.org.
Chihuly at Cheekwood
Through October 31. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. cheekwood.org.
Shaped Poetry: A Suite of 30 Typographic Prints by Arion Press
Through November 28. Nashville Main Library Art Gallery. Thirty typographic prints featuring poetry molded into evocative scenes and abstract objects, printed on handmade paper. nashvillelibrary.org.
Eyewitness to the News: A Chronicle of Our Times-Photos from the Nashville Banner
Through December 30. Nashville Main Library Courtyard Gallery. A photographic collection exhibiting Banner photos from the 1930’s to the 1990’s. nashvillelibrary.org.
A Song for America: Twenty-Five Years of Farm Aid Photography Exhibit
Through December 31. Country Music Hall of Fame. Features portraits of some of the biggest names in country music alongside members of Farm Aid in a nostalgic portrayal through the decades. countrymusichalloffame.org/news.
George Rickey’s Three Red Lines
Through December. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. fristcenter.org.
Chihuly at the Frist
Through January 2. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. Swirls of light and rich color have been perpetually frozen by master glassblower Dale Chihuly into abstract representations of sea life, flowers, and other evocative objects. fristcenter.org.
Dig Deeper: Garden Gallery Tour
August 1. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. 1–2 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Art After Hours
August 5. Participating galleries that are open late include Cumberland Gallery, Gallery One, LeQuire Gallery, Local Color, Midtown Gallery and Zeitgeist, among others. 5-9p.m. nashvilleartdealers.net/ArtAfterHours.
Chihuly Nights
August 5. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Enjoy an evening stroll through the magically illuminated world of Chihuly’s blown glass creations, experiencing a whole new dimension of the exhibit. Refreshments will be available for purchase. 4:30-10 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Dig Deeper: Garden Gallery Tour
August 7. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. cheekwood.org.
First Saturday Gallery Crawl
August 7. Local Galleries. Enjoy a late-night exploration of some of the city’s hippest galleries, open after hours with refreshments, wares, and even entertainment. 6 – 9 p.m. with free shuttle service from 6 – 10 p.m. Free. nashvilledowntown.com/play/first_saturday_art_crawl.php
Gallery Insider Tour
August 7. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. 1–2 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Marvelous Macchias
August 7. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. After being inspired by Dale Chihuly’s “Macchia” (Italian for “spotted”) series, create your own interpretation of these masterpieces. cheekwood.org.
First Saturday Night Art Crawl
August 7. Free shuttle service escorts art enthusiasts to a variety of different galleries around downtown, including Estel Gallery, Tennessee Arts League, and many, many more. 6-9 p.m. nashvilledowntown.com/play/first_saturday_art_crawl.
Little Red Riding Hood
August 7. Belcourt Theatre. Olde Worlde Theatre Company presents a live performance. 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. $7. belcourt.org.
Bob Orrall Opening Reception
August 7. Estel Gallery. Exhibit runs through August 28. 6–9 p.m. (615) 251-8997. estelgallery.com.
14th Annual Avant-Garage Sale
August 7. The Arts Company. (615) 254-2040. theartscompany.com.
Marek Bohemus’ “The Majesty of the Horse”
August 7. The Arts Company. (615) 254-2040. theartscompany.com.
Twist Gallery Fourth Anniversary Spectacular
August 7. Twist Art Gallery. 6–9 p.m. (615) 255-6530. twistartgallery.com.
Architecture Tour
August 7. Frist Center for the Visual Arts. fristcenter.org.
“Interlude” Exhibit
August 7-28. Rymer Gallery. MFA graduates from Savannah College of Art and Design will be showcasing their best visual work. Curated by Rymer Gallery director Tonia Trotter, the exhbit will feature paintings by Tony and Margy Rich, Christopher Priore, Nora Mulheren and Masumi Nyui. A portion of the Richs’ sales will be donated to The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee’s Flood Relief Fund. therymergallery.com
“Separate Paths Common Goals” Crime Awareness and Prevention Month
August 7-28. Blend Studio, East Nashville. Raise awareness about crime prevention in the East Nashville area with a nearly month-long event featuring a variety of activities in galleries and venues throughout East Nashville. An opening reception will coincide with the First Saturday Gallery Crawl, continue through the Tomato Art Festival, and conclude with an amalgam of medium art at Blend Studio. blendstudio.wordpress.com
Dig Deeper: Garden Gallery Tour
August 8. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. 1–2 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Chihuly Nights
August 12-13. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Enjoy an evening stroll through the magically illuminated world of Chihuly’s blown glass creations, experiencing a whole new dimension of the exhibit. Refreshments will be available for purchase. 4:30-10 p.m. cheekwood.org.
The Imaginary Invalid
August 13-28. ACT 1. $12-$15. act1online.com.
Gallery Insider Tour
August 14. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. 1–2 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Dig Deeper: Garden Gallery Tour
August 14-15. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Saturday 11 a.m.–noon. Sunday 1-2 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Lunch and Lecture Series: The Studio Glass Movement: History & Evolution
August 19. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Join Curtiss Brock, Professor of Art and Head of Tennessee Tech University’s Appalachian Center for Craft Glass Department, as he discusses the history and evolution of glass. Noon-1 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Chihuly Nights
August 19-20. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Enjoy an evening stroll through the magically illuminated world of Chihuly’s blown glass creations, experiencing a whole new dimension of the exhibit. Refreshments will be available for purchase. 4:30-10 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Artist Talk and Workshop
August 21. Blend Studio. Part of the “Separate Paths Common Goals” awareness month, the workshop will feature discussions with real artists as well as an instructive workshop. 1 – 3 p.m.
Mosaic Magic
August 21. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Learn more about design while creating your very own mosaic in the Cheekwood studio. cheekwood.org.
Gallery Insider Tour
August 21. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. 1–2 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Dig Deeper: Garden Gallery Tour
August 21-22. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Saturday 11 a.m. –noon. Sunday 1– 2 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Garden Shows and Lectures: Planting
August 26. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. 1 p.m. Members $15. Non-members $20. cheekwood.org.
Chihuly Nights
August 26-27. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Enjoy an evening stroll through the magically illuminated world of Chihuly’s blown glass creations, experiencing a whole new dimension of the exhibit. Refreshments will be available for purchase. 4:30-10 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Second Annual Watertown Art Crawl
August 28. Watertown Historic Public Square. Art, food, drinks and live auction to benefit the animals at New Leash on Life. 6–10 p.m. Live Auction at 9 p.m. $15 advance. $20 at event. newleashonline.org.
Gallery Insider Tour
August 28. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. 1–2 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Painting Possibilites
August 28. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Join us as we get messy learning about Dale Chihuly’s unique painting techniques and style. cheekwood.org.
ArtEast
August 28. East Nashville Art Galleries. arteastnashville.info.
Dig Deeper: Garden Gallery Tour
August 28-29. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art. Saturday 11 a.m.-noon. Sunday 1–2 p.m. cheekwood.org.
Sports
Nashville Sounds vs. Round Rock Express
August 1. Greer Stadium. 6:35 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Round Rock Express
August 2. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Round Rock Express
August 3. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Salt Lake Bees
August 13. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Tennessee Titans vs. Seattle Seahawks
August 14. Qwest Field. 9 p.m. titansonline.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Salt Lake Bees
August 14. Greer Stadium. 6:35 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Salt Lake Bees
August 15. Greer Stadium. 6:35 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Salt Lake Bees
August 16 . Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Colorado Spring Sky Sox
August 17. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Colorado Spring Sky Sox
August 18. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Colorado Spring Sky Sox
August 19. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. Colorado Spring Sky Sox
August 20. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Tennessee Titans vs. Arizona Cardinals
August 23. LP Field. 7 p.m. titansonline.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. New Orleans Zephyrs
August 25. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. New Orleans Zephyrs
August 26. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. New Orleans Zephyrs
August 27. Greer Stadium. 7:05 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Tennessee Titans vs. North Carolina Panthers
August 28. Bank of America Stadium. 7 p.m. titansonline.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. New Orleans Zephyrs
August 28. Greer Stadium. 6:35 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.
Nashville Sounds vs. New Orleans Zephyrs
August 29. Greer Stadium. 6:35 p.m. $8-$12. web.minorleaguebaseball.com.