Category Archives: Local Nashville

August 18 – NPL Votes for Women Grand Opening

On the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, join Nashville Public Library for a celebration of inclusion, inspiration, and voice. The virtual grand opening for the interactive exploration exhibit will feature special guest Rosanne Cash — singer, songwriter, author, and narrator of the PBS documentary By One Vote: Woman Suffrage in the South. Click the button below for more information about the grand opening.

In 1920, when the Tennessee Legislature cast its tie-breaking vote to ratify the 19th Amendment, cities across the U.S. rang bells in recognition — but Nashville did not. On August 18, Nashville breaks that silence with the loudest celebration of the summer. This virtual experience will culminate with neighbors, universities, and other institutions citywide ringing bells, big and small.

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Happening now at NPL: Political Cartoons of the 19th Amendment

Through the use of satire and caricature, editorial cartoons illustrate the political landscape and draw attention to the issues of the day. Educational, critical, and entertaining, the political cartoons in “Saints or Monsters: Political Cartoons of the 19th Amendment” offer a window into history and show just how much was at stake for American women and our nation in the years leading up to the ratification of the 19th Amendment.

This exhibit is on display at the Main Branch of the Nashville Public Library from Friday, February 7 until Thursday, November 5, 2020.  Visit the library’s website for more information.

March 11 – Women’s Day on the Hill 2020

Save the date! Women’s Day on the Hill 2020 will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.  Women’s Day on the Hill is an annual event where over organizations focusing on women’s economic security, medical autonomy, physical safety and more gather and spend the day meeting with legislators.  This year, AAUW will be meet with members on the Employee Affairs Subcommittee.
Why Should You Attend?
  • Day on the Hill is a unique opportunity to learn more about the legislative process, which has very real implications on our day-to-day lives.
  • You are able to meet our state legislators with the ability to pass bills benefitting women, children, families.
  • You can network with other local organizations who care about the same things we do.
  • Because you can attend for even a half day and walk away with a whole new perspective.
  • To make a difference.

Please contact us with questions. We look forward to seeing you on March 11!

November 9 – Scars Uncovered Casino and Fundraiser

Scars Uncovered invites you to celebrate 5 years of service at their Fall Soiree Casino Night!

AAUW is not affiliated with Scars Uncovered, however they have generously offered complimentary tickets for AAUW Nashville members who are interested in attending this fundraiser. Tickets include admission into the facility, access to complimentary casino gaming tables, a silent auction and photo booth. There will also be cocktails, music, desserts, hors d’oeuvres, and plenty of prizes and drawings.  If you are interested in attending, please email aauwnashville@gmail.com for more information.

Proceeds from this event will benefit burn survivors in our community and afar! Learn more about Scars Uncovered at www.scarsuncovered.org. Their mission is to give comfort and support to burn survivors and their families by providing resources that ease the burdens that often come with the tragedy of a burn injury.

October 24 – Nashville TogetherDigital October Meetup: Gender Diversity and Inclusion

Join Nashville TogetherDigital at Tailgate Brewery for an open and candid conversation regarding everything you need to know about gender inclusivity.

Nashville TogetherDigital is hosting a panel to discuss the current state of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, how gender and inclusion is a part of this, and identify the most impactful ways we can motivate change for the future. TogetherDigital is an association dedicated to accelerating the advancement and growth of women in digital fields by giving women the most powerful tool in their arsenal: one another.

TogetherDigital founder Alaina Shearer will serve as moderator for the following panelists:

  • Ammo, Nationally recognized author and activist, formerly of MTV’s The Real World
  • Brynn Plummer, Vice President of Inclusion & Community Relations at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center
  • Lauren Bland, Membership Manager, Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce
  • PLUS Pam Sheffer of Oasis Center will guide us in a “What’s your SOGIE?” Gender Bias Interactive Activity

The panel will be held at Tailgate Brewery (7300 Charlotte Pike) from 1PM to 4PM on Thursday, October 24.  Click here to register and learn more information about the event and the speakers.

Nashville’s Frist Museum hosts first-of-it’s-kind female exhibition

The Frist Art Museum in Nashville, Tennessee is now featuring the nation’s first major exhibition devoted solely to the artwork of Native American women. Open September 27 through January 12, 2020, Hearts of Our People features over 115 objects including traditional textiles, beadwork, baskets and pottery, along with painting, sculpture, video and installation art.  All artwork is made by Native American women living in the United States and Canada, from ancient times to the present day.

For more information about the exhibition, visit the Frist website.