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Repost from www.nashvillecherryblossomfestival.org/
In response to the recent catastrophic events in Japan, the Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival is now the Cherry Blossom Japan Relief Event. This free event is scheduled for Saturday, March 26, at Nashville’s Public Square at the Metro Courthouse.
The Japan-America Society of Tennessee will be accepting donations for the Tennessee Tomodachi Fund, with 100 percent of donations received conveyed directly to Japanese relief organizations. Tomodachi is Japanese for “friend.”
The Cherry Blossom Japan Relief Event will kick off at 9 a.m. with the Cherry Blossom Solidarity Walk. The 2.5-mile walk will be led by Mayor Karl Dean, Consul General of Japan Hiroshi Sato, and Sister Cities of Nashville Board President Tracy Dry Kane. Participants are encouraged to show their support for the people of Japan by stepping out and sharing messages of hope along the trail.
Immediately following the walk, the Main Stage will open at the Public Square with music and performances, featuring cultural demonstrations and children's activities. Activities will continue through the day until 4 p.m.
Artists giving of their time and talents for the event include Grammy Award-winning recording artist Alison Brown, Rattlesnake Annie and others. Japanese foods will be for sale by area restaurants, as will merchandise representing traditional and modern Japan.
Tax-deductible donations are being accepted immediately and may also be made at the March 26 Japan Relief Event. Donate on-line via PayPal at www.jastn.com or by check. Checks should be made payable to the Japan-America Society of Tennessee with “Tennessee Tomodachi Fund” in the memo portion and mailed to the Japan-America Society of Tennessee, P.O. Box 190476, Nashville, TN 37219.
For more information, please visit www.jastn.com
Monday, March 21, 2011
Thursday, February 24, 2011
New Zealand Earthquake Donations
New Zealand is recovering well, but they need as much help as they can get from around the world. If Tennesseans wish to help, contribute to the Red Cross in Australia.
http://www.redcross.org.au/NZEQ2011.htm
Your money will go to help these amazing people recover from their losses.
http://www.redcross.org.au/NZEQ2011.htm
Your money will go to help these amazing people recover from their losses.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Pop Lickin' Good
Looks like the months of February and March might end up being a wonderful exploration of poppy goodness. Four shows I know about that I don't think are to miss are coming up.
Tokyo Police Club, February 5 at Exit/In. Not exactly the most distinct of bands, for they remind me of a lot of other bands out today, but they are good at it and I really like their energy.
Tokyo Police Club - Tessellate by krancourt
Fitz and The Tantrums, February 13 at 3rd and Lindsley. Can't beat it at $10.
Fitz and The Tantrums - Money Grabber by The Clothes Hangar
Government Cheese, February 26 at The Rutledge. Old school Nashville punk. Tommy Womack has written so much in between Government Cheese and today, it will be nice to go back old school for a few shows. This is the one I will be singing Fish Stick Day at for the reunion. Let's all run to the Rutledge'aye.
Government Cheese by Russ Crandall
Cold War Kids, March 28 at Cannery Ballroom. The songs I've heard are great and looking forward to seeing them play live. Will be a great show.
Cold War Kids - Audience by suzyrain
And I am not forgetting tonight's show with Swung and Rumble Circus! They were almost before even my time, but I remember them, just not well. Nashville 80's pop, form of a reunion show! Tonight at The End, but just for tonight I'm going to call it Elliston Square where I saw Jet Black Factory when I was like 12.
Tokyo Police Club, February 5 at Exit/In. Not exactly the most distinct of bands, for they remind me of a lot of other bands out today, but they are good at it and I really like their energy.
Tokyo Police Club - Tessellate by krancourt
Fitz and The Tantrums, February 13 at 3rd and Lindsley. Can't beat it at $10.
Fitz and The Tantrums - Money Grabber by The Clothes Hangar
Government Cheese, February 26 at The Rutledge. Old school Nashville punk. Tommy Womack has written so much in between Government Cheese and today, it will be nice to go back old school for a few shows. This is the one I will be singing Fish Stick Day at for the reunion. Let's all run to the Rutledge'aye.
Government Cheese by Russ Crandall
Cold War Kids, March 28 at Cannery Ballroom. The songs I've heard are great and looking forward to seeing them play live. Will be a great show.
Cold War Kids - Audience by suzyrain
And I am not forgetting tonight's show with Swung and Rumble Circus! They were almost before even my time, but I remember them, just not well. Nashville 80's pop, form of a reunion show! Tonight at The End, but just for tonight I'm going to call it Elliston Square where I saw Jet Black Factory when I was like 12.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Fitz and The Tantrums
Listen to this music: Fitz and The Tantrums...
Did you do it yet? Mmmmm... Hints of Motown and they are going to be in Nashville at 3rd and Lindsley February 13th. So pick up your partner and make it an early Valentine present. I can't believe they are going to be at such a small venue, but it makes me happy. So, lets groove on.
Buy tixs here or at the door. They are only $10.00 for a band that is deserving of mainstream radio in other cities, you can't beat the price or the close quarters of 3rd and Lindsley.
Did you do it yet? Mmmmm... Hints of Motown and they are going to be in Nashville at 3rd and Lindsley February 13th. So pick up your partner and make it an early Valentine present. I can't believe they are going to be at such a small venue, but it makes me happy. So, lets groove on.
Buy tixs here or at the door. They are only $10.00 for a band that is deserving of mainstream radio in other cities, you can't beat the price or the close quarters of 3rd and Lindsley.
Monday, November 8, 2010
Gettin' Your Roller Skate On
Last night I went to the Rivergate Skate Center for 21 and over adult skate night. This is my third time to skate here and it is so much fun. The music is amazing if you are into hip hop and R n' B from pretty much every decade since the 60's. You could probably find people skating who were at their prime during each of those decades. The oldest gentleman looked about 75 or 80 and the youngest wasn't much older than 21. It is just a crazy, interesting mix of people skating to the music.
This is a great place to people watch if you like that sort of thing. As the night gets later, groups of people start skating seemingly elaborate and choreographed routines. Stepping I believe is what it is called without skates or line dancing if it were country music. This brings up the point that you probably should go early if you want more of the floor to yourself and you wish to avoid the speed skater groups, though watching them is fun.
Everything starts at 8pm every Sunday night at the Rivergate Skate Center and it is over at 11:30. It will cost you $10 if you need to rent your skates or $7 if you provide your own. I have been with a lot of people to the adult skate and they all have had a blast. No one under the age of 21 is allowed in, for it is that more mature skating experience without screaming kids. There is no alcohol served, so the crowd stays very tame throughout the night... It is truely an event which is about the music and the skating.
This is a great place to people watch if you like that sort of thing. As the night gets later, groups of people start skating seemingly elaborate and choreographed routines. Stepping I believe is what it is called without skates or line dancing if it were country music. This brings up the point that you probably should go early if you want more of the floor to yourself and you wish to avoid the speed skater groups, though watching them is fun.
Everything starts at 8pm every Sunday night at the Rivergate Skate Center and it is over at 11:30. It will cost you $10 if you need to rent your skates or $7 if you provide your own. I have been with a lot of people to the adult skate and they all have had a blast. No one under the age of 21 is allowed in, for it is that more mature skating experience without screaming kids. There is no alcohol served, so the crowd stays very tame throughout the night... It is truely an event which is about the music and the skating.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Richland Creek Greenway Reopening
Please click on the black and white portion of the flyer for an easier to read version. To find out more about the wonderful greenway system we have in Nashville, go to http://www.greenwaysfornashville.org/ or Metro Nashville's greenway page.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Nashville Deals
Recently, a number of daily deals have been popping up around Nashville. I'll try my best to post all that are currently active. Of course the most popular site is Groupon. They have a great reputation of bringing in lots of money to and focus on local businesses by providing customers great deals. The others on the list may also help your budget in the same way.
Living Social: Very similar to Groupon. There is also a blog that is great for finding things to do in Nashville called "365 things to do"
Kaloopa: This is a Nashville based internet venture that increases your deal benefits as the number of people participating increases. Today you can pick up $15 dollars worth of cupcakes for 50% off! Mmmm... Cupcakes!
Plumb District: Not Nashville specific, but a lot of on line deals.
Adility: Not in Nashville yet, but if you are going to another city on their list, it may prove to be useful.
One thing that you can do when you travel, is use the deals in other cities to keep the price of eating out and visiting sites to a minimum. Just make sure to check the location of the places before you buy so you can make sure you are not going out of your way.
Living Social: Very similar to Groupon. There is also a blog that is great for finding things to do in Nashville called "365 things to do"
Kaloopa: This is a Nashville based internet venture that increases your deal benefits as the number of people participating increases. Today you can pick up $15 dollars worth of cupcakes for 50% off! Mmmm... Cupcakes!
Plumb District: Not Nashville specific, but a lot of on line deals.
Adility: Not in Nashville yet, but if you are going to another city on their list, it may prove to be useful.
One thing that you can do when you travel, is use the deals in other cities to keep the price of eating out and visiting sites to a minimum. Just make sure to check the location of the places before you buy so you can make sure you are not going out of your way.
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