Sister Cities hosted a fun and new event during the Music City Irish Fest this year.  The inaugural Wee Whiskey Tournament did not disappoint!  Guests had the opportunity to enjoy an unlimited amount of Irish and American whiskeys and then take a turn on the creative miniature golf course at Nashville Sounds First TN Park.  Prizes were awarded and guests had a great time as we celebrated our partnership with Belfast, Northern Ireland. 

​Sister Cities held its annual Membership Appreciation Reception on January 31 at The Freedom Center. Vice Mayor David Briley welcomed guests with a message that Sister Cities' mission to promote peace, inclusivity and cultural understanding is increasingly important in today's world.  Outgoing president Gail Ashworth announced the 2017 officer slate:  Marieta Velikova, President; Barry Kolar, VP Communications; Brooke Vane, VP Marketing; Julie Dobbs Allen, Treasurer; Mark Schmadtke, Asst. Treasurer; Matt Watkins, Secretary. The membership voted to approve eight new board members:  Eric Beyer, Sherie Edwards, Matthew Hollenbeck, Mina Johnson, Chris Marsicano, Matthew Pierce, Becky Sharpe, and Jim Shulman,