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 SLICE OF THE COMMUNITY – DOES CRIMINAL PUNISHMENT KEEP US SAFE?
Thursday, Oct. 15, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Nashville PBS/161 Rains Ave., Nashville TN 37203
WNPT’s Jerome Moore and guests Rahim Buford, founder and executive director of Unheard Voices Outreach; Preston Shipp, chief legal counsel, Fair and Just Prosecution; and Dr. James Pratt, founding director of the Justice Propulsion Lab at Fisk University; have a conversation inspired by the PBS documentary Crime and Punishment in America.
This event is free, but reservations are required. Pizza will be provided.
Doors open at 6 p.m.; the taping begins promptly at 6:30 p.m.
A Slice of the Community is supported by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and R.H. Boyd.
A SLICE OF THE COMMUNITY – CAN DIFFERENT CULTURES COME TOGETHER FOR THE HOLIDAYS?
Thursday, Nov. 5, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Nashville PBS/161 Rains Ave., Nashville TN 37203
WNPT’s Jerome Moore and intern Luke Boudreaux explore how the holiday season brings different traditions, cultures and perspectives into the same room. This conversation examines how we navigate difficult conversations, value our differences and create a sense of belonging. What does it mean to come together when we don’t see everything the same way?
This event is free, but reservations are required. Pizza will be provided.
Doors open at 6 p.m.; the taping begins promptly at 6:30 p.m.
A Slice of the Community is supported by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and R.H. Boyd.
NASHVILLE LEADS – CAN LEADERSHIP RISE ABOVE POLITICS?
Tuesday, Nov. 10, noon – 1p.m.
Nashville PBS/161 Rains Ave., Nashville TN 37203
Join host Scott Carey and guests for a realistic disaster scenario exploring leadership, public trust, and coordination across government. The premise: A historic flood devastates Nashville, forcing elected leaders to make difficult choices. Who gets help first? Who should be in charge? And can political rivals work together when lives are on the line?
Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; the taping begins promptly at noon.
This event is free, but reservations are required. Lunch will be provided by D’Andrews Bakery & Cafe.
Nashville Leads is made possible by the support of First Horizon. Special thanks to Leadership Nashville.
Aging Matters Coffee & Conversations
