Fw: Warm Up & Recharge at Vanderbilt: Community Warming Shelter Open

[Cash, Thomas (Council Member)]

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From: Maddox, Lynn D <lynn.d...@Vanderbilt.Edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2026 11:13 AM
Subject: Warm Up & Recharge at Vanderbilt: Community Warming Shelter Open

 

Dear Neighbors,

 

Following the recent winter storm and widespread power outages, Vanderbilt University is opening the David Williams II Recreation and Wellness Center for community members in need of a safe, warm place to rest and recharge.

 

Community members are welcome to stop by to:

• Warm up indoors
• Charge phones and essential devices
• Enjoy warm drinks and snacks
• Take showers (bring flip flops and your own towel)
• Participate in family-friendly activities, including table tennis, story time for children, mindfulness sessions, books, puzzles and more

 

Location
David Williams II Recreation and Wellness Center
2700 Children’s Way

 

Operating Hours

• Thursday, Jan. 29: 6 a.m.–11 p.m.
• Friday, Jan. 30: 6 a.m.–10 p.m.

 

Activity Schedule (Thursday)

• 11am—Noon: Story Hour
  Enjoy story time for children and families.
• Noon—1 p.m.: A Special Visit
  Mr. C will be stopping by after story time to engage with visitors and families.
• 1:15 pm: Coping with Stress
  Hear tips for coping with stress and visit with VU therapy dogs.

 

Please help spread the word to neighbors, friends and family members who may benefit. We look forward to welcoming our community during this time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lynn Davidson Maddox Neighborhood and County Liaison Government and Community Relations Vanderbilt University O: 615-332-6384 | C: 615-604-7773  lynn.d...@vanderbilt.edu  https://www.vanderbilt.edu/government-community-relations/ 110 21st Ave S, Suite 1001 Nashville, TN 37203

 

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