1. SouthComm 2012 Events
Bridal Brunch
JAN
Date: Jan 8th | Location: Commodore Ballroom | Estimated Attendance: 250
In conjunction with the January Bridal issue of NFocus and the February “I Do” issue of Her Nashville,
Bridal Brunch hosts 100-150 affluent brides for a champagne social featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres
and a fashion show.
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Fashion for a Fraction
Date: Feb 11th | Location: Spaces (TBD) | Estimated Attendance: 700
Nashville’s only warehouse boutique sale brings all of Nashville’s most popular boutiques to one
location where shoppers find extremely discounted items.
InCharge
Date: March 1st | Location: Pinnacle Building | Estimated Attendance: 450
InCharge hosts a definitive group of business people and community leaders who are writing Music
City’s success story. Highlighting those in the spotlight and behind the scenes, this party brings
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together the people who are shaping Middle Tennessee’s growth.
Entrepreneur of the Year
Date: March 22nd | Location: The Ruby (TBD) | Estimated Attendance: 120
Nashville Post and Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) of Nashville celebrate the achievement,
endeavors, investment and innovation made by risk-takers at a cocktail party, and the ten finalists are
also featured in a special edition of Nashville Post.
Coffee
Conversation Coffee & Conversation
Date: April 12th | Location: Renaissance Hotel | Estimated Attendance: 120
A women’s breakfast focusing on good coffee and great conversation, this breakfast brings together
Nashville women, ranging from business owners to mothers, for a chance to connect through
inspiring speakers and a unique networking opportunity.
Iron Fork
APR
Date: April 25th | Location: Marathon Music Works | Estimated Attendance: 750
This showcase features five of Nashville’s best local chefs battling it out in a head-to-head competition
that is judged by top local “foodies” and celebrities. Attendees observe this heated culinary contest, as
each chef vies for the coveted “Gold Fork” award, while sampling food from top local restaurants
Most Powerful Women
Date: April 27th | Location: TBD | Estimated Attendance: 200
In a panel environment, Nashville Post will prompt Middle Tennessee’s most powerful women, to share
their business insights, failures and “ah-ha” moments. Come join us for an intimate event honoring and
hearing from this elite group of businesswomen.
Homes of Distinction
Date: May 3rd | Location: TBD | Estimated Attendance: 250
Each Spring, six luxurious homes are selected from hundreds of applications to be featured in an
NFocus issue, and one is utilized as the location for a fabulous evening where the prestigious title of,
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“Nfocus Home of Distinction” is bestowed.
Women to Watch INC
Date: May 16th | Location: Union Station | Estimated Attendance: 120
Ten honorees selected by Nashville Medical News for their roles and achievements ranging from clinical,
research, policy and business acumen are venerated at this breakfast for helping make Nashville’s
healthcare industry a key player on a state, national and international level.
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2. SouthComm 2012 Events
Summer Guide Party
MAY
Date: May 17th | Location: ICON (TBD) | Estimated Attendance: 250
The annual summer Issue features Nashville’s best guide on how to enjoy Nashville’s hot days
of summer, and the Summer Preview celebrates the issue. By inviting local celebrities and loyal
Nashville Scene devotees and contributors to enjoy fabulous cocktails and light bites to celebrate
sunshine and summertime.
Movies in the Park
JUN
Dates: May 30, June 6, 13, 20 & 27th | Location: Centennial Park | Estimated Attendance: 4,000/wk
This annual summer tradition is a fun-filled free event every Wednesday evening for five consecutive
weeks. It is attended by families, singles, college students and senior citizens alike. A myriad of
vendors offer food and freebies each week.
Sounds Like Summer
Dates: July 5, 12, 19 and 26th | Location: Hard Rock Cafe | Estimated Attendance: 450/wk
Nashville may be known for country music, but you won’t find a cowboy hat hanging on our Music City title. We’re
the hometown of living legends across all music genres - from country crooners to indie rock hipsters to the cover
bands time forgot - and we’re bringing it all together at Sounds Like Summer, the staple party of the season.
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Join us at the Hard Rock Cafe every Thursday in July as we bring together 400 music lovers, two smoking-hot local
bands, super-cool drink specials and an open air patio that overlooks the heart of Music City.
Sugar Rush
Dates: July 25th | Location: TBD | Estimated Attendance: 250
We girls LOVE our sweets, and we’re not shy about it! Whether it’s cupcakes, ice cream, cookies,
chocolate, or candy, we just can’t stay away. On July 25th, we’re bringing all of our girlfriends to get
our sugar fix at the Her Nashville Sugar Rush! Do you make the best dessert in Nashville? Let us be the
judge!! Join us at the Sugar Rush and YOU could be crowned as the Music City Sweetheart!
Nashville Cream
AUG
Date: August 25th | Location: TBD | Estimated Attendance: 500
Named for the Nashville Scene’s extremely popular music blog; great bands, drink specials and
incredible giveaways are enjoyed by the loyal followers attending in an effort to pay tribute to this
high-traffic forum for music commentary.
Model Behavior
Date: Sept 7th | Location: TBD | Estimated Attendance: 350
Featured in a glamorous photo spread in the March issue of NFocus, Model Behavior highlights
the “model behavior” of ten women making a difference in our community. They are given an
opportunity to raise funds for their non-profits through the Model Behavior fashion show that
features a high profile designer and party.
SEPT
Green Heroes
Date: Sept 11th | Location: TBD | Estimated Attendance: 250
Our 2nd annual look at Middle Tennessee’s businesses providing either goods or services intended to
improve the sustainability of others. We will honor those businesses as well as highlight some of the
achievements in eco-friendly practices, policies and products.
Nfocus Al Fresco
Date: Sept 23rd | Location: Carnton Plantation (TBD) | Estimated Attendance: 150
Attendees of this inaugural al fresco dinner will enjoy a fresh, local dining experience. Under the big
oak tree at Carnton Plantation, guests will attend this ticketed event benefitting a local non-profit
and enjoy live music, cocktails and a farm fresh local dinner. All while welcoming fall with great
conversation and a great meal.
Best of Nashville
Date: Oct 3rd | Location: The Parthenon at Centennial Park | Estimated Attendance: 3,000
By far our largest event, it is held to highlight all of the best things Nashville has to offer, as ranked by
readers and listed in our annual “Best of Nashville” issue. This party toasts everything from arts and
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music to media and politics, and local things that deserve a closer look.
St. Crispin’s Day
Date: October 18th | Location: Cabana (TBD) | Estimated Attendance: 300
Politics is a winner-takes-all sport, and NashvillePost hosts this tongue-in-cheek awards show that
celebrates a year of foot-in-mouth actions by all of Tennessee’s movers and shakers.
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