Tuesday December 1

Belcourt Theatre

6-8PM

Free Admission

A multimedia journey through HIV/AIDS including live performances and media experiences.

November 20- January 2

10AM-8PM

For Ticket Information

615-458-2609

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Even though Thanksgiving is still weeks away, many have already turned their focus to Christmas. If you’re one of those who can’t wait to deck the halls, make your way this weekend to Christmas Village at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds. The annual event held by Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Club to benefit the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center and other Pi Beta Phi philanthropies will run from Friday, Nov. 13, through Sunday, Nov. 15. Besides Christmas decor and accessories, more than 30 specialty food vendors will be on hand with their ready-for-gifting goods, including candy, baked goods, cheeses, sauces and pasta. Visit christmasvillage.org for ticket prices and more info.

Single day tickets are available for purchase in advance for $7 from Nashville area branches of SunTrust Bank, Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center, and Vanderbilt Valet Stations. Tickets are $8 when purchased at the door. Children age 9 and under are free.

November 13, 2009 Fri 9:00am- 9:00pm
November 14, 2009 Sat 9:00am- 6:00pm
November 15, 2009 Sun 12:00pm- 6:00pm

Courtesy of Nashville Scene’s Morsel Code

Looking to spice up the typical dinner-and-a-movie evening? On Tuesday, Nov. 17, The Belcourt will present Wine, Food & Film. The evening starts at 5:30 p.m., with a tasting of wines provided by Village Wines and seasonal nibbles provided by Whole Foods. At 7 p.m., you’ll be treated to a screening of Coco Before Chanel. Tickets are $25 ($20 for members), and proceeds will benefit The Belcourt’s new Education Program Fund. Visit belcourt.org to purchase tickets.

Courtesy of Morsel Code by the Nashville Scene

Ms. Cheap Dollar Day at the Frist

Mon, Nov 16.

Frist Center for the Visual Arts.

919 Broadway.

244-3340.

10 am – 5:30 pm. $1.

In honor of Ms. Cheap who offers great advice on value and penny-pinching, the Frist Center has designated the day as Ms. Cheap Dollar Day including lunch specials in the cafe, discounts in the gift shop and $1 admission (or free with the donation of non-perishable food items to Second Harvest Food Bank). Click here for the entire schedule and all of the discounts.

Courtesy of Downtown Details

Artrageous No. 22: Sweet Imagination

Sat, Nov 14.

Downtown art galleries participating:

The Arts Company, Estel Gallery, The Rymer Gallery, Tennessee Art League, Tinney Contemporary.

Late party: Limelight.

Gallery tour: 6 – 10 pm;

late party: 10 pm – 1 am. $85.

259-4866.

Annual benefit for Nashville CARES. Artrageous has raised more than $2 million for the support of AIDS education and services in Middle Tennessee over the past 22 years. Enjoy a tour of the ten selected art galleries and then conclude the night at the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory-themed late party. 10% of art sales the night of Artrageous benefit Nashville CARES. Click here for ticket information.

Courtesy of Downtown Details

417 Union Art Show

Sat, Nov 14.

417 Union Restaurant.

417 Union. 401-7241

6 – 8 pm. Free.

Featuring artwork by Lisa Binder, Deborah Chadwick, Arunima Orr, Mandy Peitz and Suzan Sommers.

Complimentary light refreshments and wine.

Courtesy of Downtown Details

Promotion at Past Perfect

Thurs, Nov 12. Past Perfect.

122 3rd Avenue South.

736-7727.

Past Perfect will donate 100% of food sales on Thursday from 2 – 4 pm to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. Donations are also welcome.

Courtesy of Downtown Details

Nashville Opera 20% Discount Offer

Fri, Nov 13 – Sun, Nov 15. TPAC’s Polk Theater. Performance times vary. A 20% discount on Opera tickets to The Fall of the House of Usher for Downtown Details subscribers.

Use promo code: USH09NDP to receive this offer online or by calling 832-5242. Without the discount, ticket prices range from $17 – $82.50.

Courtesy of Downtown Details

Songwriters in the Park

Sat, Sept 19. Church Street Park. 1 – 4 pm. Free. Featuring performances by Rick Tiger, Matt Willis, Frank Taylor, Jeremy Rash and The Unlawful Kings. Plus, lawn games and family entertainment. Blankets, lawn chairs and dogs are also welcome.

Courtesy of Downtown Details