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Today marks the start of the 2026 Winter Olympics with the opening ceremony, airing on NBC and streaming on Peacock at 2 p.m. Fans can see Team USA before events kick off in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, with a bonus primetime re-air at 8 p.m.
While no Olympians are representing Tennessee this time, families can still get in the spirit locally. The Creative Discovery Museum is hosting a Winter Games Opening Celebration tomorrow, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be hands-on winter sports crafts, finger snowboarding, science experiments, and treats — all included with regular admission.
Asked
Asked
Which Winter Olympics sport are you most excited to watch?
A. Snowboarding B. Ice hockey C. Bobsleigh D. Ski jumping E. Other
The pop-up takes place inside Stompin’ Grounds restaurant, offering a curated dessert showcase and an intimate, candle-lit experience. The Sweet Spot is only open for 7 and 9 p.m. seatings on select dates throughout February:
Friday, Feb. 6-Saturday, Feb. 7
Thursday, Feb. 12-Saturday, Feb. 14
Advanced reservations are required, and space is limited, so we recommend saving your seat early. Each ticket includes decadent desserts by Executive Pastry Chef Daniel Mangione paired with your choice of champagne, wine, and craft cocktails (with zero proof options).
Pro tip: Take your experience to the next level with an overnight stay at JW Marriott Nashville. Use code ROM at checkout to take the elevator home and receive a bottle of champagne and house-made chocolates in your room.
Drivers should expect temporary lane closures on I-75 near East Brainerd Road this weekend. Crews will be paving as part of the I-75/I-24 interchange project. Two lanes will remain open in each direction, but plan for delays while crews work Friday night through Monday morning. (WDEF)
Watch
The Chattanooga Lookouts’ new Team Store “slid into place” at Erlanger Park this week. To preserve the park’s history, the store was built separately and then installed inside a building that’s been standing since 1885.
Today Is
National Wear Red Day, raising awareness for women’s heart health through the American Heart Association. If you haven’t picked out an outfit yet, here’s some inspo. Be on the lookout for glowing landmarks around town, like the Tennessee Aquarium’s iconic peaks and the EPB building.
Pets
We shared some Super Bowl watch party ideas, but there’s something much cuter happening first. Mean Jeen’s is hosting a Puppy Bowl watch party from 12 to 3 p.m. with adoptable pups from the Humane Educational Society, a dog food + toy drive, and a portion of proceeds benefiting HES.
Cause
Tickets are still available for tomorrow’s Father-Daughter Dance at Collegedale Commons, happening from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The masquerade ball supports Love Without Reason, a nonprofit that fights human trafficking and helps provide life-changing craniofacial surgeries to children.
Eat
Girl Scout cookie season is officially here. Public sales start today, and there’s a new cookie in the mix: Exploremores. They’re chocolate sandwich cookies with marshmallow and almond-flavored creme. They’ll also have all your other favorites for $6 a box. Find a booth near you.
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