Events
Events that engage the Middle Tennessee community in meaningful ways are a central part of Nashville PBS's mission. From screenings and discussions of local and national documentaries to themed events, there’s something for everyone. You can learn more about WNPT’s community events here.
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A Conversation w/Jacques Pépin
Friday, Nov. 7, 12:30 – 2 p.m.
Online
Nashville PBS presents a national virtual event honoring chef and public media personality Jacques Pépin!
Join this virtual event for a wide-ranging discussion between Jacques and Francis Lam, host of The Splendid Table, taking place a few weeks before Jacques’ 90th birthday. There will also be time during the event where you can ask Jacques your own questions. Price includes a hardcover copy of The Art of Jacques Pépin, Jacques’ latest book, which will arrive by Christmas.
A Salute to Veterans
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 5 – 7 p.m.
Nashville PBS/161 Rains Ave., Nashville TN 37203
Nashville PBS and WCTE PBS invite you to a special Veterans Day event featuring two original documentaries that illuminate the experiences of America’s veterans. Following the screening, producers Suzy Hence (WNPT) and Daniel Duarte (WCTE PBS) will offer insights into the making of these films and the stories behind them. They will be joined by Commissioner Tommy Baker of the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services and Kristin Starling, president of SongwritingWith:Soldiers.
‘A Slice of the Community’ – Can Faith & Academia Shape Housing’s Future?
Thursday, Nov. 13, 5:45 – 7:00 p.m.
Nashville PBS/161 Rains Ave., Nashville TN 37203
Join host Jerome Moore for a conversation with the Rev. Davie Tucker, executive director of the Metro Human Relations Commission, and Dr. Kenneth Chilton, professor of public administration at Tennessee State University, as they discuss the future of affordable housing. Clips from WNPT’s upcoming Aging Matters documentary about affordable housing solutions will be shown.
This event is free, but reservations are required. Food will be provided by Five Points Pizza, Slice’s official pizza sponsor.
Doors open at 5:45 p.m. The taping begins promptly at 6:30 p.m.
