Core10, a full-service financial technology, or fintech, software solutions provider, has opened offices in Nashville, Tenn. An outgrowth of 8-year-old Nashville-based IT outsourcing firm Synergy Systems, LLC, Core10 will offer senior Nashville technology talent the opportunity to shape the emerging financial technology sector, which exceeded $22 billion in global investment in 2015. Core10 is a pioneer of the new “hereshoring” business model (in contrast to offshoring),  which connects cutting-edge technology firms in major metropolitan areas with dedicated teams of technology workers in smaller U.S. cities. While many businesses look to move or contract their technology needs well outside the U.S., “hereshoring” …

The Gulch’s modern Mexican restaurant, Cantina Laredo, will host its quarterly Tequila Dinner on Thursday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. Sponsored by Milagro Tequila, this exclusive dinner includes a four-course meal with tequila cocktail pairings for each course. “The best thing about our quarterly Tequila Dinners is how they bring people together,” said Michael Ryan, general manager. “We take pride in our specialty dishes and cocktails for each dinner, and we can’t wait to share them with our guests.” The dinner is $49.99 per person, and reservations are required. The four-course menu includes: First Course The evening will begin with …

Throughout Veterans Day weekend, a thousand American flags will cover Victory Field at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage as a part of a Field of Honor® display paying tribute to all the men and women who have served or are now serving in the U.S. military. The event will be The Hermitage’s inaugural Field of Honor® organized in conjunction with the Exchange Club of Donelson-Hermitage and the Colonial Flag Foundation. “Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage is the first presidential site to hold a Field of Honor, and we look forward to honoring veterans and bringing a flag display to the home of a former …

On Nov. 11 and 12, hundreds of home-schoolers from across the nation will take over Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage as the presidential home hosts two events specifically for home-schooled students and their families. On Nov. 11, home-schooled students will have the opportunity to experience a class at the home of the seventh president during Hermitage Homeschool Day. On Nov. 12, home-schooled student-athletes will participate in the first race ever hosted at The Hermitage during the inaugural 2016 Homeschool Cross Country National Championship. On Friday, Nov. 11, The Hermitage will offer a school program to home-schooled students during Hermitage Homeschool Day. Hermitage …

Children and their families can experience the joy of the holiday season with a visit to the Simon® Santa Photo Experience at Opry Mills. Children can visit and be photographed with Santa from tomorrow, Nov. 5–Dec. 6, Monday–Friday from 10 a.m.–9 p.m. and Sunday from 12–6 p.m.; Dec. 17–23, Monday–Saturday 9 a.m.–9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; and Dec. 24 from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. in front of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, closest to Entry 3. Save time and avoid the line with Santa by Appointment! Now you can reserve your magical moment with Santa online at http://simon.noerrsanta.com. Opry Mills …

Abercrombie & Fitch Outlet, an international clothing retailer that focuses on providing high-quality casual merchandise, Francesca’s, a women’s clothing retailer, and Swarovski Crystal, a crystal jewelry and accessory brand, have opened at Opry Mills just in time for holiday shopping. Opry Mills is the first location for Abercrombie & Fitch Outlet in Tennessee. The New Albany, Ohio-based fashion retailer has 268 stores worldwide, including 231 stores in the U.S. and 37 internationally. This location will include an outlet section for kids’ apparel. The store will be located in the Fashion wing, conveniently located between Saks OFF 5TH and Bass Pro …

U.S. Sen. Bob Corker and education advocate Sarah Knestrick will be honored by the Andrew Jackson Foundation at The Hermitage Gala on Friday evening. Renowned presidential historian and Andrew Jackson Foundation trustee Michael R. Beschloss will deliver the keynote address at the Music City Center. “The Hermitage is honored to celebrate the legacy of Andrew Jackson and to honor these outstanding civic and political leaders,” said Howard Kittell, president and CEO of the Andrew Jackson Foundation. “This promises to be a great evening.” Corker will receive the Jackson Award, named for the seventh president and presented to those whose leadership …