This is what you’ve been searching for.

We dug into Google’s latest data to discover the hobbies, activities, and questions surging nationwide, then did the legwork to point you to local recommendations. Let’s dive in.

📚 Search: “Book club near me”

Book lovers are looking for ways to connect, and Nashville has plenty of options.

Nashville Public Library hosts book clubs across its branches, with groups dedicated to everything from thrillers and sci-fi to romance, music, and history.
Local bookstores have plenty of book clubs to choose from, too. Browse the options at Parnassus Books, Novelette, and The Bookshop.
Prefer something a little more low-pressure? Keep up with Silent Book Club Nashville on Instagram for upcoming meetups.

🛼 Search: “Classes near me”

Rollerskating, Pilates, and Spanish classes all ranked among Google’s breakout searches over the past month. Here’s where to sign up in Nashville.

Roller Pony Skate School offers private lessons for individuals and groups. Need some gear for your skating journey? Asphalt Beach Skate Shop sells quad and inline skates.
New to Pilates? Try a free Saturday morning class at Riverfront Park, with downtown views to boot.
Voces de Nashville offers Spanish classes for Nashvillians at every level, from true beginners to advanced speakers, plus specialized courses for health care professionals and educators.

Group of volunteers carrying trash grabbers and buckets along a wooded lakeside path during a park cleanup event. — Plan ahead for National Public Lands Day volunteer opportunities in September. | Photo via Tennessee State Parks

❤️ Search: “Community volunteer”

Searches for volunteer opportunities reached a 10-year high this year. Ready to give back? Start with our guide to 58 places to volunteer in Nashville, featuring everything from food banks and nonprofits to animal shelters.

👟 Search: “Run club”

Looking to join a run club? You’re not alone. Run clubs were another breakout search over the past month, and our guide to Nashville's run and walk clubs has plenty of options, whether you're training for a race or just looking to meet people.

🀄️ Search: “Mahjong for beginners”

This search jumped 230% over the past year. If you’re itching to learn, So Bam Fun hosts beginner lessons to get to know the game. Once you get a little experience, join a class or become a member at The Mahjong Club in Brentwood.

What else are you searching for in Nashville? Tell us what you’re trying to find, and you may find an answer in an upcoming edition.