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Originally Posted by Zorak
(Post 28529560)
Have done some Googling/Yelping, so if only for the sake of having a concrete suggestion, I'll pitch a meetup at Jackalope Brewing around 4pm on Sunday 8/20:
https://goo.gl/maps/a62jNmw62m32 http://jackalopebrew.com/visiting-the-brewery/ They're co-located with a coffee shop and have non-alcoholic options, there may be food trucks, and there are what seem like good dining options nearby. |
I added a wikipost... if people also want to add ideas for meeting up for the actual eclipse and/or after, feel free!
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Hey Y'all!
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Sunday sounds good.
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I would like to join, but my hotel is in Evansville and it's a long drive to Nashville and back in a day. Let's see how it goes.
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Originally Posted by ThePinkUnicornShirtGuy
(Post 28532600)
Hey Y'all!
We're staying in Franklin. One of my cousins used to live in Arrington and we stayed in Franklin last time we visited. Mrs BamaVol liked it so much she decided we should stay there eclipse weekend instead of Nashville. You're welcome to meet us for a drink in Franklin sometime before the do, Saturday maybe? |
Now the real challenge. This would actually be my 2nd trip to TN. With a Knights Inn in BNA going for $800 (Literally)
Where do we stay? |
I caught an AirBnB a few months ago. Near the airport, about $60/night, might be worth checking to see if there's any availability still on AirBnB or VRBO if you ever use those
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I'll be there. I plan on going to the goodlettsville watching party at the park. Would love to meet up with anyone.
Ill be driving in early Monday morning and leaving Monday night from Memphis. |
Originally Posted by l'etoile
(Post 28518579)
If you're there for the eclipse, you're there for the eclipse, meaning you'll be looking to move around a bit that day based on the clouds. Nashville is not directly in the center of totality- Gallatin is - and that's where I'll be. You'll also be out of the city to get away from light pollution and see more stars. Anyway, that's my long answer to the above. :-)
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Originally Posted by Zorak
(Post 28518612)
I'm part of a group thing going to Hopkinsville, KY for the actual eclipse, so for me it'd be better to meet up before.
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Originally Posted by italdesign
(Post 28611236)
That's where I'm going too. Any idea where to watch the event yet?
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I'll be in Nashville proper, near Centennial Park and would be interested in coming. Not planning to rent a car, so I'll be limited by city bus/walking.
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I live in the metro Nashville area, so would like to help any who need answers.
Just moved to Franklin, and while it is idyllic here, it is NOT in the direct path of the eclipse itself. I work in Nashville at a university which is providing access to faculty/staff to enjoy some great viewing on campus that day-large screen projection of the eclipse from NASA and a weather balloon transmission above the clouds if weather does not cooperate. Sorry I can't divulge the location as it will only be available to employees, faculty and staff. However, you can likely find some local high school(both public and private) athletic stadiums that may allow you to sit there in an open space to enjoy the view. Hotels are very booked and it may be hard to find availability much less at a decent price. Cast a bit wider net for lodging and then drive or Uber in to Nashville itself for viewing. Many of the downtown Nashville restaurants with rooftop access are charging around $200 for a hot, humid crowded "spot" on the roof. Some affordable/free options are to go to the www.visitmusiccity.com website! Tons of both free and pay options to enjoy the eclipse. And yes, while we do not have the longest time of totality of the eclipse, downtown Nashville,Hendersonville,Gallatin DO have a respectable amount of total eclipse time. So, ask away or PM me. Have a family wedding today so I may not reply today! |
Originally Posted by sweetsleep
(Post 28622584)
I live in the metro Nashville area, so would like to help any who need answers.
Just moved to Franklin, and while it is idyllic here, it is NOT in the direct path of the eclipse itself. I work in Nashville at a university which is providing access to faculty/staff to enjoy some great viewing on campus that day-large screen projection of the eclipse from NASA and a weather balloon transmission above the clouds if weather does not cooperate. Sorry I can't divulge the location as it will only be available to employees, faculty and staff. However, you can likely find some local high school(both public and private) athletic stadiums that may allow you to sit there in an open space to enjoy the view. Hotels are very booked and it may be hard to find availability much less at a decent price. Cast a bit wider net for lodging and then drive or Uber in to Nashville itself for viewing. Many of the downtown Nashville restaurants with rooftop access are charging around $200 for a hot, humid crowded "spot" on the roof. Some affordable/free options are to go to the www.visitmusiccity.com website! Tons of both free and pay options to enjoy the eclipse. And yes, while we do not have the longest time of totality of the eclipse, downtown Nashville,Hendersonville,Gallatin DO have a respectable amount of total eclipse time. So, ask away or PM me. Have a family wedding today so I may not reply today! |
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