NASHVILLE, TENN. — (March 29, 2017) — The Nashville Jazz Workshop and the Art Institute of Tennessee – Nashville announce a partnership to begin introductory classes in jazz at the Art Institute’s campus in the Donelson area of Nashville. The classes, beginningApril 8, will take place on Saturdays and will run for three weeks. Classes will be taught by top NJW instructors and are open to anyone. The first of these classes, The Basics of Jazz Voice, runs for begins Saturday, April 8from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, and continues on Saturday, April 15 and 22. The class will be taught…
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NASHVILLE,TN- NOW! (Not on Our Watch), the TSU SGA, and the TSU NAACP chapter will host an event at Tennessee State University’s Floyd Payne Campus Center to discuss options for students to become politically engaged in their communities. The event will be held April 6, 2017 from 7-8 pm and feature some of the up and coming names in politics in our region: Danny Glover, former HBCU Outreach Director for Bernie Sanders; Lee Smith III, Student and Founder of Stay Woke HBCU Initiative; Devyn Keith, Huntsville City Council Member (District I); Harold Love Jr., TN State Representative (District 58); Rasheedat…
Ernest Johnson, Manager of Business Development with Gray Line of Tennessee, is this week’s guest on Take 10 with The Tennessee Tribune. Social Media Director Jason Luntz visits the Gray Line Headquarters to learn about the company’s Casino Daily Departure tour. Johnson discusses how Gray Line has provided Nashvillians an easy way to visit Harrah’s Casino in Metropolis, IL and Tropicana Casino in Evansville, IN for more than 20 years. Gray Line is also known for providing various tours throughout Nashville and is a popular stop for tourists visiting Music City. Learn more by visiting https://www.casinodepot.com.
March 31 – April 8 The Destiny Theatre Experience will present Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman” at the Darkhorse Theater, as a part of the company’s 10th anniversary season. The Darkhorse is located at 4610 Charlotte Ave., Nashville. April 1 NPT’s Big Yellow Bird Bash. It’s a stylish night of dancing and fun to support Nashville Public Television’s educational, cultural and civic programming. Big Yellow Bird Bash attendees are encouraged to dress in yellow attire – from formal to spirited ‒ for an evening of dancing; light bites and cocktails; and a silent auction. LOCATION: Houston Station 434 Houston St., Nashville from 7-10…
By Tribune Writer Brenda Wynn, has served as the Davidson County Clerk since 2012. She was first appointed by the Metropolitan Council in August, 2012. She was later elected by the voters of Nashville & Davidson County in November 2012, becoming the first African American female to win election to a constitutional office in the County and the first woman to be elected Davidson County Clerk. When asked how she got to this position? She answers boldly and unapologetically, “It was God! Though I enjoy public service, it was never my ambition to run for public office,” said Wynn. Wynn…
It’s German made. It’s affordable. It’s family car — it’s the 2017 Volkswagen Passat 1.8t R-Line. This sedan offers drivers the best of both worlds. It delivers in so many areas. With sleek lines and overall refined styling, the Passat has the design chops to make you rethink what a family car should look like. Of the many amenities that Passat offers, the Hands-free Easy Open trunk is one of the most popular among customers. It’s helpful and it’s fun to use. You don’t need to lift a finger when you want to open the available hands-free Easy Open trunk…
The 2017 Lexus GX 460 Premium is a seven-passenger vehicle, that features amenities that offer luxury, practicality, comfort all into one vehicle. From customizable climate controls to second-row captain’s chairs, the GX offers ways to make every seat the best seat. Help keep your cargo safely hidden with the retractable and easily removable cargo-area tonneau cover. A reclining, sliding, 60/40-split second-row seat features a 40/20/40-split seatback to accommodate various kinds of cargo. Personalize your comfort with 10-way power-adjustable driver’s and front passenger’s seats (including lumbar). And for added comfort, every seat has a height-adjustable headrest. This style of seating is standard for the Premium edition.…
NASHVILLE, TN — The tax freeze program was approved by Tennessee voters in a November, 2006 constitutional amendment referendum. The Tax Freeze Act of 2007 permits local governments to implement the program, and Metropolitan Nashville-Davidson County became the first jurisdiction in the state to establish a tax freeze program. Under the program, qualifying homeowners age 65 and older can “freeze” the tax due on their property at the amount for the year they qualify, even if tax rates increase. Applicants must present: Proof of age – birth certificate, Medicare card, driver’s license, passport, etc.; Proof of ownership – current tax…