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hat’s me in the image — that’s what I was like. I couldn’t wait to read at night. I loved nothing more than reading sprawled on top of my bed or deep in its covers. I still read in bed, although I’m apt to just drop off after a paragraph or two these days. So, when I started fretting about my youngest — and how he absolutely doesn’t like to be told to read — I felt it deeply. I don’t think I would be anything at all without reading a lot as a kid. Who would I be without learning as much as I did from all of that reading? Reading great books I wept over? I could not possibly be me without that history, that tapestry ... that let me discover about life all on my own ... without my parents’ preaching. I say to my kids, “You’ve got to read!” And my older boy says, “I DO read, Mom! I read online ...” Well, there’s that, but he’s talking about sports articles and links on Yahoo and such. I say to my younger boy, “Give me 20 minutes!” And he says, “Ten!” It’s awful. And so disheartening. And I think, at the risk of sounding like a mother, whatever will become of him?! What to do? If I could somehow convey to the boys what they’re missing! What it was like to be home on a Sunday afternoon with my brothers’ and sisters’ ambient noise downstairs, my mother cooking dinner — its delicious smell wafting up through the space below my closed door — and me, curled up, reading, reading, falling in. I have tried. I read to all of my kids when they were babies. I read to them when they were toddlers. I still read to them now, only they are often distracted, antsy,
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wanting to do other things ... digital. And I try over and over again to interest them in books, trying not to be too enthusiastic. Or being too enthusiastic. “Read Holes!” I cry to my youngest boy. “Read The Great Gatsby!” I beseech my older one. Even my 19-year-old doesn’t want to hear it because he’s a college kid and was forced to read Chaucer. “I’m taking the summer off,” he tells me, passing through the kitchen, blasé. So, I ask you: Should I be a force-reader? Should I impose a strictness in my home whereby they MUST read, kind of like they MUST practice piano? I think I should. I am not a wuss. My kids have not walked all over me while they’ve grown but somehow I really screwed up the reading thing. I have books all over the house, all over my nightstand, in their rooms, in the kitchen, everywhere — so how did this happen? It was not me. Something took over. And you know what it is. It’s a machine that offers so much more than a lowly book can (they think). Reading is for school, they think. It doesn’t matter that their brilliant grandfather sent them a list of the greatest books one can read in a lifetime. (E-mail me and I’ll send it to you). It’s that with digital comes the singular thought that the world is at my fingertips, why do I need a book? And now they say babies are hooked on devices, too. Anybody got a solution to all of this madness? Dare I say ... perhaps it’s in a book?
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POST of the Month: This Breastfeeding Post Upset Readers: A mom decides to take it day by day and let the baby self-wean. Only the baby doesn’t and three years go by. That’s how a mom ends up breastfeeding for that long. There’s nothing weird about it AT ALL, is there?
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“No! I nursed all three of mine and they all self-weaned. Two were older than 14 months and one was 8 months due to sensory issues. We as a society should stop shaming moms for nursing as long as her and HER child want. Breast milk is best for babies and most cultures nurse until about 5 years of age. We should be more concerned that children are being sold into sex slavery, going hungry, are homeless, are being molested and raped. There are way bigger fish to fry in our world. We should be more disgusted about important things rather than how long a mother decides to nurse her child.” Maureen Shultz
“Let moms be the best moms they can ... bottle or breast (for as long as they want on either). Just do your thing confidently and comfortably. Be supportive of one another and be as accepting as you would want someone else to be of your decisions.” Christy Ann Hill Graves
“I sure hope some of these moms aren’t teaching their children to be as judgmental as they are. They are called milk teeth for a reason, and the U.S. has a very screwed up view of breastfeeding as a whole and doesn’t seem to comprehend that we’re trying to push mothers to wean before the world average. Agree with it or not, you have zero place to try to tell other moms what they should do. Chances are you are making decisions as a parent that others don’t agree with and hopefully they have the decency to not judge or try to shame you for your decisions as long as they aren’t hurting your child.” Savannah Prince
“My little guy is 18 months and still nurses all the time. Not only for milk, but also for comfort. We have no plans on stopping anytime soon, and I will let him self-wean. He will not go to his prom attached to my breast. He is only little for a short while, so for now, I am going to soak up all the nursing cuddles I can. And I am going to be there when he is upset or gets hurt and comfort him the best way I know how.” Leslie Farrell
“Not at all. It’s beautiful. All children wean when they’re ready. Maybe the way we “think” things are supposed to be, based on how we want to live, aren’t the way God designed them to be.” Lashonda Jones Neal
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“Whatever the mom wants. She can nurse until the baby is 18, for all I care. It’s her body and her baby. I self-weaned all of mine and plan on doing the same for my fourth. My two boys both self-weaned at 10 months, and my little girl self-weaned at 15 months. As long as she’s feeding the baby other age-appropriate foods, it’s none of our (society’s) business how long she chooses to nurse her child.” Pamela Earls
HOW TO BE A GOOD SPORTS PARENT By Shannon Raye
Want to keep your child in his sport? Then stop being so intense about it!
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igning up for sports — especially if your child has an interest to play or the talent to work at a more competitive level — requires a big commitment of time, money and heart. Parental involvement, of course, will be key, but what does that really mean? We looked into research from Proactive Coaching to find out what makes for a great sports parent, and what works best to keep your child having fun.
The Right Stuff If there’s one thing everyone involved in kids’ sports can agree on, it’s that few things in childhood are better than playing with a great coach. But what makes a great coach? Sometimes a kid and his coach just “click,” and the rewards are great — improved athletic skills, an improved sense of confidence, a joy of the game. But where do you find a coach who can inspire your child to do his best? Better yet, how can you be that coach (because sometimes the coach will be you). Knowing what makes
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“Would you let a 3-year-old have a bottle? No. Babies don’t ‘usually’ self-wean easily which is why parents need to intervene. I see no reason to breastfeed past 18 months tops. If you want to give her breastmilk for nutrition, that is great, but put it in a cup.” Erin Mark
“It’s such a sweet time a mother will always treasure. My girls nursed to 19, 22 and 26 months. They all self-weaned, and I wouldn’t have had it any other way. They are 9, 7 and almost 4 years old now. Mommas need encouragement and not snarky comments from others.” Jill Crigger Perryman
I can’t wait to coach my sons who are 2 and 3 years old now. I can’t wait to teach and encourage and make the games fun as well as teach life skills! Your article got me even more excited to be a good coach! Thank you for that!
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MAKIN’ A MESS WITH TOOTHPASTE. Problems can happen when it comes to kids brushing their teeth. You get the kids that brush too hard, that chew on the toothbrush or just make a mess with the toothpaste altogether. What do you do? If they make a mess, make them clean it up. I made my son clean up the toothpaste mess himself. He then became an expert at neatly getting his own toothpaste. Heather Frye Childs
When they love to brush their teeth, be sure it’s in moderation. My grandson always wants me to get his toothbrush, and I put just a little dab of his toothpaste on the toothbrush but there are times when it’s more than twice a day. Is that too much, I mean will the toddler toothpaste harm his teeth if you use it more than twice a day? Ann Davis
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Kids getting excited over brushing their teeth is great — just make sure it’s done correctly. I’m a hygienist. It’s great that he loves to brush his teeth! Just make sure he’s using a soft
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Keep spare toothbrushes everywhere! My child’s obsessed with brushing his teeth, too! We keep a spare in the diaper bag so when we’re out and about and he gets cranky it always helps and makes him happy! We go through a lot of toothbrushes because many of them get lost around the house. Victoria Burls
Cut back on the mess when brushing teeth by showing them the proper way. The only thing that has even remotely worked for me is showing them the proper way to squeeze out the toothpaste. Still gets messy but not as often. Taiisha Bradley
Don’t let them overdo it with the toothpaste ... hide it from them. My son is like that, too. When he wants to brush his teeth in between the two times per day, I hide the toothpaste and just give him the toothbrush with water. Symoné Hudson
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FROM AROUND TOWN KIDS, SPORTS AND WHY IT CAN BECOME NO FUN FOR THEM. “I took a sports psychology class as part of my psychology degree. The primary reasons most kids drop out is an over emphasis on winning, followed by lack of success, not being put in, little skill improvement and boredom.” Alysia Montgomery
“My daughter (age 5) played baseball for the first time this year and LOVED it! But she witnessed more fussing and fighting in her two months at the ballpark than she had in her entire life. Although, I found out that I am way more competitive than I thought I was, I did holler and scream from the stands, but NOTHING negative. I saw too many parents talk down to their kids, and it blew my mind — they’re 5 and just learning the game! I just wanted my child to have fun, and she did. The season is over and she’s already asking when it starts again. I hope she continues to play. We’re just trying everything out and seeing what she likes the best. Cheerleading starts next month, then she starts soccer (her second season) at end of August and she’s wanting to do dance again ... I need an assistant!” Lynda Rychen
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that queasy feeling
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om, I don’t feel so good,” is the last thing you want to hear when you’re traveling with kids, but it happens — especially in mountains and on winding roads. When a kid’s brain receives conflicting sensory messages from his ears, eyes and nerves, the American Academy of Pediatrics says it’s motion sickness that can spell stomach problems. Whether it’s on a boat, a carnival ride or in a car, the basic cause is the same, with ages 2 - 12 most susceptible (luckily infants and toddlers are immune). Before you pack up and go, get in this quick summer read:
CAR SICKNESS can strike when you’re least expecting it. Be ready if one of your kids turns pale and nauseous.
Some parents swear by Queasy Pops for kids proneto car sickness.
CAR SICKNESS REMEDIES • Keep a supply of peppermints in the car — sucking on mint is helpful. • Sipping on ginger ale soothes the tummy.
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Winding roads can bring on a case of car sickness in those with tender tummies.
• Don’t insist on reading in the car — for kids prone to car sickness, the eye focus should be to the outside, mainly to the front. • Try Sea-bands: The bands have small plastic studs that press into the wrist like acupressure. In a pinch, tell your child to apply pressure to his wrist with his other fingers at his pulse point. • Place a queasy child in the middle of the backseat so they can see out the front which is less likely to be a blur. • Tell your child to focus outside of the car, toward spots far away. Change the spot as needed. • Keep an empty Tupperware container in the car in case of an accident. That way you can re-cover it until you can stop. • Keep Queasy Pops on hand. • Keep a cool face cloth in a small bag of your car cabin as well as an ice pack for the back of the neck. Give it to your child to use in 10-minute increments. • With your pediatrician’s permission, give your child Benadryl or Drammamine one-and-a-half hours prior to your drive. • Travel with Febreze to get rid of accident odors; wet wipes and paper towels for messes. • Travel with a handy set of extra clothes ... in case.
Keeping mints handy can help, say some parents.
Given the right stimuli, anyone can develop motion sickness, but some kids are more prone to motion sickness than others.
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idn’t think we could surpass last year’s impressive display? Think again! This year’s fireworks show will be even more impressive, says Butch Spyridon, CEO of the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp. It’ll be the largest fireworks show in the United States, even topping the New York’s. A full day of festivities is on tap for your family from 12 - 5 p.m. Kids can have fun in the Family Fun Zone at Fifth and Broadway with rock climbing walls, inflatables, water fun and more. The evening features live music by Grammy nominated Mikky Ekko prior to headliner mega star Martina McBride. The Nashville Symphony performs patriotic music during the fireworks show. For more info, go to visitmusiccity.com/july4th. Find all local area fireworks fun in “Things To Do,” page 75.
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A New Pickin’ Party’s in Town
Chill Out on Ice Day at Nashville Zoo
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ith summer’s heat cranking up, there’s a fun way to cool off a bit at Nashville Zoo during Ice Day on Saturday, July 25. Zip down inflatable water slides, dig in to a variety of ice cream samples and visit the make-your-own ice treat station. Kids of all ages can have fun competing in an ice-cream eating contest, and special keeper talks occur throughout the day featuring cool treats for the animals, too, like frozen grapes, turkey broth pops and chilled mealworms. Several of the animal habitats feature ice sculptures, and it’s fun watching the critters checking out their frozen counterparts (and licking them to keep cool, too). Don’t leave without stopping at the face-painting station, or seeing the new zookeeper balloon burst tank. Ice Day takes place from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and is free with zoo admission ($15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12). On Fridays in July and August, get a buy-one-getone free ticket to the zoo when you show your Kroger Plus Card (not valid with any other discount or promotion, and the free ticket is only available with the purchase of one that’s of equal or greater value). Located at 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville, call 615-833-1534 or visit nashvillezoo.org.
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Kids can participate in a cool competition during the ice cream eating contest during Ice Day at Nashville Zoo. Photo by Aimee Stubbs.
The free Big Band Dances every Saturday in July (except July 4) and August at Centennial Park are popular among families with young children. Learn a different dance style each week!
Quick Bits: Cool off for a cause during MIRACLE TREAT DAY hosted by Middle Tennessee Dairy Queen locations on Thursday, July 30. During the day, DQ will donate $1 or more from every Blizzard treat to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals — locally, it’s the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Visit miracletreatday.com or dairyqueen.com for locations ... New to town or just want to rediscover a few of downtown’s attractions? Do it on a Segway! iRide Nashville Segway offers a new ALL-ACCESS MUSIC PASS TOUR. Ages 14 and older can hop on a Segway for a guided tour of downtown with stops at the Johnny Cash Museum, Musicians Hall of Fame and the Ryman Auditorium. You’ll tour each of the attractions (the museum tickets come with the purchase of your tour). The three-and-a-half hour tour is available Wed - Sat at 8 a.m. and costs $99. Book your excursion at iridenashville.com.
A new, family-friendly live music outing launches in Nashville on Saturday, July 25. Friends of Shelby Park brings you the Cornelia Fort Pickin’ Party from 6 - 10 p.m. It’s a smallscale bluegrass pickin’ series featuring the talents of East Nashvillians with local food vendors on site. The fun takes place inside one of the hangars from the former Cornelia Fort Airpark, which is now part of the Shelby Bottoms Greenway. Listen to local bluegrass bands, enjoy local food and sip craft beers. There’s lots of space for kids to run around, and if you play a bluegrass instrument, bring it! All ages and playing abilities are welcome to join in and make music. Shelby Park/Bottoms is located at 1900 Davidson St., Nashville. Admission to the Pickin’ Party is $10 adults (includes one beer), $5 children. For more info, call 615-862-8539 or visit friendsofshelby.org.
Moovin’ & Groovin’ at a Big Band Dance! There’s a load of free family fun for you every Saturday in July (except on July 4) and August during the Big Band Dances at Centennial Park. At 7 p.m., take an introductory dance class (a different style each week like tango, waltz, cha cha, salsa), then dance the night away to live music by a local big band. Find specific details each Saturday in “Things To Do” starting on page 69.
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This Summer Camp’s a Snap!
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There’s no excuse for kids to complain of boredom this month. Goodlettsville Parks & Rec hosts several Snapology camps in July for ages 5 - 13. Camps run July 6 - 10, 13 - 17, 20 - 24 and 27 - 31. Themes include LEGO Scientist, Animation Studio, StarCamp Robotics, LEGO Superstructures, Amusement Park Adventures and more. Prices range from $150 - $165 per week, and advance registration’s required. Call 615-851-2255 or visit goodlettsvilleparks.com.
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lementary students going into grades 2 - 7 this fall can explore chemistry through free classes this month at Adventure Science Center’s (ASC) “GSK Science in the Summer.” The classes covers matter while kids observe physical and chemical changes through interactive experiments. “We’re excited about offering ‘GSK Science in the Summer,’ which will provide a big boost to students during a time when school is out and the ‘cobwebs’ start to form,” says ASC Education Director John Hawkins. “The fact that it’s free is a great benefit to parents as well,” he adds. The classes take place at two Nashville locations:
Students going into grades 2 - 7 this fall can take free chemistry classes this month through Adventure Science Center’s “GSK Science in the Summer.”
Bailey STEM Middle School 2000 W. Greentwood Ave. Nashville July 13 - 16, 16 - 17, 20 - 21 and 23 - 24 from 9 - 11 a.m. for rising second/third graders; from 12 - 2 p.m. for rising fourth - sixth graders Rose Park Middle Math/ Science Magnet School 1025 Ninth Ave. S. Nashville July 6 - 7 from 9 - 11 a.m. or 12 - 2 p.m. for rising third/ fourth graders; July 8 - 9 from 9 - 11 a.m. or 12 - 2 p.m. for rising fifth - seventh graders. To register for the free classes, call 615-862-5177 or visit adventuresci.org/scienceinthesummer.
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Kids can explore robotics while building with LEGO bricks during Goodlettsville Parks’ Snapology camps in July.
Quick Bit: HANNA ANDERSSON is now open at The Mall at Green Hills. The retailer carries clothing for babies, boys, girls and women along with accessories, shoes and toys. You can also find nursery gear from crib bedding to mobiles. Store hours are Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m. Call 615-490-7145 or visit hannaandersson.com.
38 Years of Uncle Dave! One of Middle Tennessee’s biggest annual music festivals — Uncle Dave Macon Days — returns July 10 - 12 celebrating its 38th year. The Southeast Tourism Society calls it one of the “Top 20 Events in the Southeast,” and the threeday event features national competitions in buckdancing, clogging and bluegrass music. Additional family fun includes traditional storytelling and hands-on heritage activities for children of all ages. Uncle Dave Macon Days takes place at Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro. Gates open at 8 a.m. each day. Adult admission is $10 Fri - Sat, $5 Sun; free for kids 11 and younger. Call 615-893-2369 or visit uncledavemacondays.com.
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ANNOUNCING THE 2015 COVER KIDS WINNERS! WILD CARD
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THANKS TO ALL WHO ENTERED! Nashville Parent loved seeing the pictures of all the local kids who were entered into Cover Kids 2015! The new Cover Kids will appear on an upcoming covers of Nashville/Rutherford/Sumner/Williamson Parent during the course of the next year. Each child will be given a preliminary cover schedule (subject to change at any given time due to the magazine’s needs). Nominate businesses for the Best of Parenting Awards and automatically be entered for a chance to win a ticket package to Gaylord Opryland’s “A Country Christmas”!
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ach year, Nashville Parent asks readers to nominate local businesses* for our Best of Parenting Awards. This year’s ballot will appear on our website next month, and you can nominate businesses to win from Aug. 1 - 31. Best of Parenting categories run the gamut from family-friendly restaurants, local toy stores, local attractions, pediatricians, child-care centers and more. Winners are selected solely by popular vote. Start thinking of who
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ne of the greatest aspects of being a new mom is getting to know your little one. A personality will eventually emerge based on heredity and environment: how you respond to your baby. You’ve seen babies who are wide awake and looking around contentedly and you’ve seen others cry the moment they’re awakened. Both are normal; it’s just diffferent temperaments. Temperament is inherited with traits coming from both parents and other relatives, and sometimes you can see it at birth: some cry more than others. Or you may love to hug and be hugged but discover that your newborn squirms and fusses when he’s hugged too much. Temperament is not ALL in the genes, however. It’s partly shaped by nature and partly shaped by the world around your baby and the people in it. That’s why your baby’s relationship with you is so vital: it’s important to listen to your baby’s cues and respond to them quickly. You can begin to decipher your baby’s personality with a little sleuth work. Observe her when she’s in different situations alone with you or with others around. How you respond to her is up to you, and, over time, can make a big difference in how she feels and how she expresses those feelings.
Will Baby Be ... 1. Calm or active? 2. Happy or sad? 3. Predictable or not? 4. Adaptable or cautious? 5. Intense or easy going? Source: Your Child’s Health and Development
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or years and years and years, moms have whispered behind their hubbies’ backs about “his” way of doing things versus hers — and believing all the while that she alone is right. Perhaps it’s high time to ditch the stigma, afterall. According to new Pew Research, the number of stay-at-home dads is on the rise: Fathers who don’t work outside the home numbered 2 million in 2012, up practically 1 million since 1989. If you have a stay-at-home dad in your house and you think he needs some skill building, don’t start bugging him. Just give him a book! In A Dad’s Guide to Baby Care by Colin Cooper (Octopus Books; 2015), he’ll get a complete practical guide written just for him. Step-by-step routines for everything from bathing to dressing to snack making and more will set his mind at ease — without having to ask you. He’ll be an expert in no time, and before you know it, you’ll have given up the lead at home. That’ll be nice, right?
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Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) a Problem A new Vanderbilt study published in the Journal of Perinatology shows the number of infants born in the U.S. with drug withdrawal symptoms is going up. It has almost doubled in a four-year period. As reported by Vanderbilt news, NAS is linked to illicit drug use and the use of prescription opioids — narcotic pain relievers such as hydrocodone — by pregnant women. Infants born with NAS are more likely to have respiratory complications, feeding difficulty, seizures and low birth weight. The findings of the study show that NAS is a growing public health problem in this country, according to William Cooper, M.D., professor of pediatrics and health policy, and the senior author of the study. For more information, go to vu.edu/nas.
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The 18,220-acre lake features 255 miles of shoreline. The lake was created by the construction of a dam across the Caney Fork River by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. It was completed in 1948. A number of marinas and boat ramps provide easy access to the water.
MARINAS on Center Hill: COOKEVILLE BOAT DOCK
13800 Cookeville Boat Dock Road Baxter cookevilledock.com Rentals: 931-858-4008
Slip rentals, deck and pontoon boat rentals, fuel, grocery items, launch/ramp, restaurant.
EDGAR EVINS MARINA
1630 Edgar Evins Park Road Silver Point edgarevinsmarina.com Rentals: 888-858-5695
Slip rentals, pontoon and houseboat rentals, fuel, grocery items, launch/ramp, restaurant. Campsites.
HIDDEN HARBOR MARINA
2700 Holmes Creek Road, Smithville hiddenharbortn.com Rentals: 615-597-8800
Slip rentals, fishing, deck, pontoon and houseboat rentals, bait and tackle shop, grocery, short-order grill. Cabins and campsites.
HORSESHOE BEND MARINA
6040 Webb’s Camp Road, Walling horseshoebendmarina.com Rentals: 615-597-8800
Slip rentals, Jon boats, fishing and ski boats, pontoon and houseboat rentals. Primitive and RV campsites. Fuel, launch/ramp.
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HURRICANE MARINA
864 Floating Mill Road, Silver Point hurricanemarina.net Rentals: 931-858-2221
Slip rentals, pontoon boat rentals, a store and a restaurant. Primitive and RV campsites. Fuel, launch/ramp.
SLIGO MARINA
350 Sligo Road, Smithville patesfordmarina.com Rentals: 615-597-4807
Slip rentals, pontoon boat rentals, a ship store, restaurant, fuel, launch/ramp. Cabin rentals available.
DALE HOLLOW LAKE dalehollow.com Information: 888-406-4704
The 620-mile lake controlled by the U.S. Army of Corps Engineers has numerous marinas, including several that offer houseboat rentals: East Port Marina (eastport.info); Eagle Cove Resort (eaglecoveresort.net); Mitchell Creek Marina (mitchellcreekmarina.com); Star Point Resort (starpointresort.com); and Sunset Marina & Resort (sunsetmarina.com). Dale Hollow Lake is partly in Tennessee, partly in Kentucky. Depending upon where you are on the lake, you will need a valid fishing license.
OLD HICKORY LAKE tennesseelakeinfo.com/oldhickory
Old Hickory was constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1952. Pontoons/ wake boards through sweetwaterpontoonrentals.com.
PERCY PRIEST LAKE percypriestlake.org For information, call marinas
Percy Priest Lake is a 42-mile long, 14,000acre Corps-of-Engineers lake created by the J. Percy Priest Dam which was completed in 1968. The lake was named in honor of Congressman J. Percy Priest. It’s a 15-minute drive from Downtown Nashville. To fish, you must have a valid Tennessee fishing license. Fish species include striped bass, large and smallmouth bass, catfish, bluegill and trout.
MARINAS on Percy Priest: ELM HILL MARINA
3361 Bell Road, Nashville elmhillmarina.com Office: 615-889-5363 Rentals: 615-739-9100
Nashville’s largest boat rental fleet includes fishing boats, bass boats and pontoon party boats (several different kinds available, all with gas grills and swim ladders). Amenities include a fuel dock, boat registration renewal, video security, propane exchange, slip rentals, live bait, overnight slips, launch ramp and fishing licenses. Rentals include all required safety gear and water skis, wakeboards and inner tubes are also available to rent. Boats are available at daily and hourly rates. See website for prices. Advance reservations are recommended.
FATE SANDERS MARINA 3157 Weakly Lane, Smyrna fatesandersmarina.net Office: 615-459-6219
On Percy Priest Lake between Nashville and Murfreesboro, Fate Sanders offers pontoon boats and fishing boats for rent, starting at $175 a day. The marina also has covered slips with extended roof height for all types of boats, a tackle shop and Fate Sanders Restaurant on the water, offering breakfast at 6 a.m. and views of the sunset at evening.
NASHVILLE SHORES MARINA 4001 Bell Road, Nashville nashvilleshoresmarina.com Office: 615-883-0413
Boat slips. Pontoon boat rentals through Nashville Boat Rentals (nashvilleboatrentals. com). Jet ski rentals through Music City Water Sports (musiccitywatersports.com).
TIMS FORD LAKE timsfordlake.org Information: 931-962-1183
The 10,000-acre lake offers boat rentals and marinas including Holiday Landing (holidaylanding.com), Tims Ford Marina (timsfordmarina. com) and Lakeview Boat Dock (lakeviewboatdock.com).
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Dollywood’s Splash Country 2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd. Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 800-365-5996 dollywood.com $47 adults, $42 ages 4 - 11, free ages 3 and younger (does not include theme park admission) Three-and-a-half hours east of Nashville in the Smoky Mountains sits Dollywood, including the robust Splash Country Water Park, boasting more than 23 adventure slides and aquatic thrill rides from low-speed, little-kidfriendly options to aggressive high-speed thrills. Splash Country features the RiverRush, Tennessee’s first and only water coaster. This exhilarating ride races through the trees four stories in the air, and it has all the things you love about land coasters — climbs, drops, twists and turns — plus lots of splashes along the way. Small children can have fun exploring The Cascades. Here, an 8,000-squarefoot pool invites your family to cool off under a waterfall while also enjoying water slides, a geyser, water jets and more than 20 interactive elements. Wee ones can squeal with delight as they discover hidden misters, bubblers and slides in secret coves.
Holiday World’s Splashin’ Safari 452 E. Christmas Blvd. Santa Claus, IN 47579 812-937-4401 holidayworld.com $44.99 for 54 inches and taller $36.99 for 53 inches and shorter (online discounts available) After a hot day of riding coasters, cool off in the 40-acre water park, Splashin’ Safari, featuring loads of thrills and chills. Get there early to pick your locker as crowds amass quickly. Enjoy two of the longest water coasters — Mammoth and Wildebeest — both with seven drops that’ll drench you. There’s a lazy river, wave pool and lots of small water slides for the little kiddos over at Safari Sam’s Splashland. Splashland features eight different water slides and many different water play features for kids up to 54 inches tall. Other great things about this park are the free drink stations, free sunscreen and free parking. Admission also includes entry to the adjoining amusement park featuring a bevy of rides including the new Thunderbird coaster.
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Top left: Boro Beach at Sports*Com in Murfreesboro. Top right: Castaway Creek at Kentucky Kingdom’s Hurricane Bay. Bottom: River Rush at Dollywood’s Splash Country.
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Talk to your tweens and teens before they get too much information from somewhere else.
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hen it comes to discussing difficult topics with your child, your natural inclination may be to try to avoid the job altogether. But remember, he will pay for your hesitancy or embarrassment with a lack of awareness — and he needs awareness to make good decisions. You don’t want him making emotion-fueled, spurof-the-moment choices about alcohol, sex or peer pressure. You want him to be in the know, be prepared and know in advance where he stands on crucial decisions before he gets caught in a slippery situation. While sweet, innocent naiveté might be a preferable fantasy to you in the short run, protecting kids too much can cost them as they progress through rites
of passage. How soon do your kids need to be ready to make good choices? Earlier than you may think says the National Institute On Alcohol Abuse And Alcoholism: 40 percent of adolescents report drinking by eighth grade, and 55 percent report being drunk at least once by 12th grade. Kids who head off to middle school with a solid understanding of how to make good choices about alcohol, sex and peer pressure, can worry less and thrive more. According to The Mayo Clinic, sex education is your responsibility. By monitoring and supplementing what kids learn in school, you can set the stage for a lifetime of healthy sexuality and decision making. Kids rely on you to help them make good choices, and 80 percent of teens say they feel parents should have a say
in whether they drink or not, according to the Mayo Clinic. Be optimistic about the positive impact you can have. Information is power. It’s uncommon for tweens to start having consensual sex before the age of 12, therefore conversations about sex need to start early — likely long before you think your child’s considering the option. Ideally, you want to start presenting your child with basic information on alcohol, sex and peer-pressure at a young age. Statistics show that peer pressure, curiosity and loneliness can steer teenagers into early sexual activity. Therefore, do not delay. Start talking to your kids about the big three today. Here’s how:
Start Early. Don’t wait until your child’s facing challenges to start talking
about tough topics. As soon as he begins to read, arm him with books that tackle important topics. Girls start puberty between the ages of 8 and 13, whereas boys start between the ages of 9 and 15. This means if you’re going to get a jump on teaching kids about puberty, you can begin around the time they enter Kindergarten. A little bit of information delivered gradually each year will seem much less intimidating, rather than waiting for middle school and dumping a lot of embarrassing information on him all at once.
Cover the Basics. How well do you understand biology, chemistry and sociology? When your child hits puberty, he’s going to be affected physically, emotionally and (please turn the page)
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within his peer group. This is especially true if he’s the first or the last in a group of friends to hit puberty. You might need a refresher course before you feel confident holding your own in conversations with him about challenging topics. When he starts watching health and wellness videos in school, be sure you watch them, too. You can even watch them together if you think this will spark questions and discussion. Check in with his teacher for more information.
Be Authoritative. Parents who have the best results getting through to teens are authoritative rather than authoritarian, permissive or neglectful, experts say. So, have thoughtful limits for your child and express them to him frequently. Don’t imagine he will know what you expect unless you tell him. Studies show that parents with permissive attitudes toward drinking, combined with poor communication and unhealthy modeling, lead teens into unhealthy relationships with alcohol. Parents who provide a healthy and consistent balance of discipline and support are more likely to have teens respect their boundaries on drinking and other behaviors.
Cover New Angles. Kids grow up and as they do, you will become aware of important details that you failed to cover. You talked about biological sex, but did you discuss when to have sex? Kids who know their parents discourage sex are more
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likely to wait. You broached the topic of alcohol, but did you get into the dangers of drugs? You don’t want your child thinking drugs are any less dangerous than alcohol. You talked about peer pressure on the playground, but what about when there’s a car involved? Make sure your child will call you rather than get in the car with a drunk driver. The older he gets, the more contexts and social situations he will encounter. Keep reviewing possible scenarios with him so he will not be taken off guard. Teach him that it’s not only OK to say no, but that life requires us to say no sometimes in order to make the best choices for ourselves.
Keep Circling Back. You’re never done discussing delicate topics. For example, 80 percent of kids will try alcohol in high school, but even if your child starts drinking in college or later, keep talking. He needs to know that you’re consistently focused on his well being no matter his age. Late elementary school and middle school are important times to talk about the negative effects of over-indulging in alcohol. By the time kids become teens, they should have an in-depth understanding of the negative effects of alcohol and should know you’re willing to talk more any time.
Restrict Partying Images. A 2010 Dartmouth Medical School study concludes that parents who steer kids clear of R-rated movies help kids stay strong against peer pressure to drink alcohol. According to James A. Sargent, M.D., “The research to date suggests that keeping kids from R-rated movies can help keep them from drinking, smoking and doing a lot of other things that parents don’t want them to do.” In another 2010 study, Sargent
concludes that children who watch R-rated movies become more prone to sensation seeking and risk taking. Make sure your child’s mature enough for what he watches. If you’re unsure, watch the movie with him and set clear guidelines.
Create Opportunities for Discussion. Whatever you do, don’t become so fanatical about your child making good choices that he will want to avoid these topics with you altogether. A relaxed, age-appropriate, multi-media approach can help keep the conversation going without you having to constantly bring up topics yourself.
not good, get to work on making better choices yourself, since this is what you expect of your child. When is your job as a choice coach done? Never. The goal for both you and your child is thoughtful responsiveness. Make sure he has all the information he needs to get to the place where he can make conscious choices and you will sleep better tonight and every night. Christina Katz was a tweenteen once, and she draws on her memories— both happy and humiliating — to stay as far ahead of her tween daughter as she can. Her latest book is The Art of Making Time for Yourself, A Collection of Advice for Moms (Christina Katz Media; 2014).
Encourage Questions. If your child comes to you with questions about alcohol, sex and peer pressure, then you know you’re doing a good job keeping the doors open to good communication. Thank him for asking questions. Resist the urge to make jokes or brush off his feelings. Respond to inquiries as thoughtfully as you can. You want to make sure the questions keep coming to you. Cast your vote in every potentially confusing situation. Better yet, turn the table and ask him what he thinks is the best choice in a situation. This is a good way to find out if he’s listening or tuning you out.
Look in the Mirror. Your child’s going to pick up on the way you relate to your own body. Do you drink often or excessively on occasion? Kids are imitators. They will do what you do. They will act the way you act. If you say yes to every request for your time and don’t take time to take care of yourself, then your child will not learn to say no, either. How’s your sex life? How’s your drinking? How’s your ability to say no? If the answer is
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Bill Taylor Bushido School of Karate 1820 N.W. Broad St., Murfreesboro 615-893-6003 • bskonline.com Win a free three-month karate program and black belt quality uniform for child or adult. Please call after winning to schedule first class (value $474).
Wild About Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
710 Memorial Blvd., #122, Murfreesboro 615-849-1155 • nationaldanceclubs.com Win a free introductory dance package. Consists of three sessions. No experience/partner necessary (value $150).
One Goal Sports 714 S. Church St., Ste. A, Murfreesboro 615-896-7309 • onegoalsports.net Win free registration for one season of Winter Youth Basketball or Cheer for child between the age of 6 to 12. Winner chooses sport of their choice. Winner redeems prize once registration begins on Tuesday, Sept. 1 (value $80 to $120).
614 E. Clark Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-890-0885 • wildaboutsmiles4kids.com Win a Phillips Sonicare toothbrush for kids. Includes a KidTimer for a two-minute brushing routine, two kid-friendly power modes, rechargeable batteries and interchangeable panels for customization.
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711 Mammoth Cave Road, Cave City, KY 42127 270-773-4345 • dinosaurworld.com Four general admission tickets to Dinosaur World.
450 Butler Drive, Murfreesboro 615-890-3999 • ltadepot.com Win a Family Fun Pack for up to six people (includes
615-474-9326 • youravon.com/dkam Win an Anew Ultimate Skin Care Set. Our #1 selling anti-aging regimen now with celluvive complex (value $98)!
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LIKE US ON FACEBOOK TO BE ELIGIBLE TO WIN! Safari Pet Resort 1635 Lascassas Hwy., Murfreesboro 615-890-3732 • safaripetresort.com Nestled deep in its own jungle, your pets really do go on an adventure! Enter to win two FREE nights of lodging with daily Bronze Activity Package (up to $120.00 value).
Nanny Connections 9005 Overlook Blvd., Brentwood 615-293-1635 • nashville.nannyconnections.com/ Would you love a date night or a night out with the girls? How about a free nanny on call for four hours of nanny services (value $85)?
Nashville Children’s Theatre 25 Middleton St., Nashville 615-254-9103 • nashvillechildrenstheatre.org Win four tickets to the Nashville Children’s Theatre show of your choice (value $50).
USA Baby and Kids 1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 370, Franklin 615-595-5565 • usababyfranklin.com Win a $50 gift card.
Cheekwood Museum and Botanical Gardens
Dave & Busters 540 Opry Mills Drive (Opry Mills Mall), Nashville 615-970-3800 • daveandbusters.com Win five $10 activated game cards – no expiration date (value $50)!
Kumon Math and Reading Centers Participating Centers: Kumon of Brentwood, Kumon of Franklin, Kumon of Hendersonville, Kumon of Bellevue, Kumon of Franklin East kumon.com Free registration and placement for one child at any of our participating Kumon Math & Reading Centers plus a tote bag filled with Kumon products (value $100).
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville 615-833-1534 • nashvillezoo.org Don’t just see a kangaroo, BE a kangaroo! Take a stroll inside the new Kangaroo Kickabout and meet Australia’s largest marsupials up close. Win four admission tickets plus a parking pass (value $65).
1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville 615-356-8000 • cheekwood.org Win a Family Pass for two adults and up to three children. With internationally acclaimed Jaume Plensa’s sculptures on our grounds and many great programs and events, Cheekwood is the place to be this summer (value $50)!
Beech Bend Amusement Park
Dr. Daxx Dunn - Family Vision Care
9068 Franklin Road, Murfreesboro 615-556-7370 • harrisridingacademy.com Win four free horseback riding lessons (value $180)!
4085 Mallory Lane, Ste. 110, Franklin 615-771-2550 • drdaxxdunn.com One pair of Coach ladies sunglasses (value $175) and a comprehensive eye exam (value $189). Total value $364.
Dance in Bloom 7982 A Coley Davis Road, Nashville 615-662-4819 • danceinbloom.com Three months of free dance classes, plus a waived registration fee (value $195).
Adventure Science Center 800 Ft. Negley Blvd., Nashville 615-862-5160 • adventuresci.org Win four general admissions passes to the Adventure Science Center (value $56).
Lancaster Christian Academy 150 Soccer Way, Smyrna 615-223-0451 • lancasterchristianacademy.org One FREE week of 2016 summer camp. The
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Lancaster Christian Daily Summer Camp is from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. and includes a specialty camp, daily lunch, snack and two field trips (value $175)!
798 Beech Bend Road Bowling Green, KY 42101 270-781-7634 • beechbend.com Four “Rides & Slides” tickets for both amusement & water park. Good for adult or child (value $128).
Harris Riding Academy
MPACT Sports 121 Seaboard Lane, Ste. 1, Franklin 615-377-3444 • mpactsports.com One FREE month of gymnastics, tumbling or martial arts classes (adult or child). Must enroll in specific classes and classes must be consecutive (value $95).
LineDriveNation 4220 Midland Road, Christiana 615-410-6205 • linedrivenation.com Win four free 30-minute hitting lessons!
Youth Empowerment through Arts & Humanities 615-849-8140 • yeahintheboro.org Good for one full 2016 scholarship to the Southern Girls Rock ’n Roll Camp or the Tennessee Teens Rock Camp, a summer camp that teaches kids to ROCK!
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4231 Harding Pike, Nashville 615-784-3949 • savannahchildren.com One Savannah Children dress of choice, a private tea party with four friends and adults, and a special shopping experience at our shop (value $450).
3600 Charlotte Ave., Nashville • 615-463-7625 1900 Eastland Ave., #104, Nashville • 615-610-2200 climbnashville.com Win two “intro” packages to including a day pass (acceptable to use at both locations), climbing equipment rental & belay lesson!
Strike & Spare Hendersonville 90 Volunteer Drive, Ste. 300, Hendersonville 615-824-5685 • strikeandsparebowling.com Win a birthday party for six kids. Includes unlimited bumper cars, laser tag, bungee trampoline, Time Freak, roller skating, one game of bowling and pizza party! Voted #1 Party Destination in Sumner County!
Country Music Hall of Fame 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville 615-416-2001 • countrymusichalloffame.org Win a family membership that includes free admission to the museum for one year and almost 200 public programs – including those for kids (value $100).
Monkey Joe’s Madison 1580 Gallatin Pike N., Nashville 615-915-0561 • monkeyjoes.com/locations/rivergate Win one month UNLIMITED yoga for one adult and up to four children. Must activate within three months of winning.
Nashville Symphony One Symphony Place, Nashville 615-687-6400 • nashvillesymphony.org Prize includes a family four pack of tickets to all four concerts in the Nashville Symphony’s 2015/16 Pied Piper Children’s Series! Your subscription includes family-friendly pre-concert activities, with an instrument petting zoo and more. Perfect for children of all ages (value $280)!
Williamson Pediatric Dentistry 2055 Wall St., Spring Hill 615-614-2424 • drdrew.com Sonicare for kids with two kid-friendly power modes. Also includes charging station, kid-timer and two brush head sizes.
Malco Theatres 100 Movie Row, Smyrna 615-223-6252 • malco.com Win a complimentary Malco birthday party valid for up to 15 guests. See voucher for complete terms and restrictions (value $185).
Children’s Medical Group 3786 Central Pike, Ste. 130, Hermitage 615-883-2200 • childmedgroup.com Win the new 2015 Britax B-Safe 35 infant car seat in black (value $180)!
The Goddard School 1101 Moher Blvd., Franklin • 615-595-2525 98 Moss Lane, Franklin • 615-538-2410 108 Cinema Drive, Hendersonville • 615-822-9300 goddardschools.com Free registration at any Goddard School location in Franklin or Hendersonville. Good through December 31, 2015 (value $150).
Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway, Nashville 615-244-3340 • fristcenter.org Win one annual family membership to the Frist Center for the Visual Arts. A membership to the Frist Center is more than just free admission, it’s a passport to some of the greatest art collections in the world (value $75).
BounceU of Murfreesboro 1222 Park Ave., Murfreesboro 615-893-8386 • bounceu.com/murfreesboro Win $50 in BounceU Bucks! BounceU Bucks can be used toward a party, camp, open bounce, Parents’ Night Out and MORE! Can not be combined with any other offers/not redeemable for cash.
Moonlit Cinema 615-473-1327 • moonlitcinema.com $100 gift certificate towards a Moonlit Cinema party.
ATA Martial Arts 1724 Carothers Pkwy., # 300, Brentwood 615-370-7027 • leesatakarate.com Win eight martial arts classes and a FREE uniform. Visit our website for our different classes (value $350)!
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60 minutes of open jump time with the public, three large one-topping pizzas. Good on Tue, Wed and Thu only (value $265).
Serving Middle Tennessee 615-988-0565 • aupaircare.com “Date Night” — two bottles of wine, chocolate, fixings for a romantic dinner at home plus an AuPairCoupon worth $350 for date nights away from home (value $400)!
Franklin Riding Academy 4468 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin 615-790-0312 • franklinridingacademy.com Win four free private horseback riding lessons at Middle Tennessee’s premier riding academy with our world champion instructors. We teach beginners, intermediate, advanced, children, teens, college age and adults! New students only please!
High Hopes Developmental Center 301 High Hopes Court, Franklin 615-661-5437 • highhopesforkids.org Win a FREE 30-minute screening for physical, occupational, speech or feeding therapy. Equipping children and youth to reach their maximum potential for more than 30 years (value $50).
The Ascent 831 Park Ave., Murfreesboro 615-796-6545 • climbyourrock.com Win an eight-week Kids Rock instructional indoor rock-climbing program for a 1st to 5th grader. Sessions take place one day a week after school for eight weeks. No experience necessary (value $158)!
Strike & Spare Hermitage 3436 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage 615-883-8900 • bowlingalleyhermitagetn.com Birthday party for six kids. Unlimited bumper cars, Time Freak, Gyro, one game of bowling and pizza party (value $120)!
Showtime Sports Academy 119 Seaboard Lane, Ste. 402, Franklin 615-373-1105 • showtimesportsacademy.com Win THREE free 30-minute cage rentals for the entire family!
Smart Buys Furniture 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., #1401, Goodlettsville 615-569-6847 • smartbuysforthehome.com $100 Gift Certificate from Smart Buys Furniture. The BIGGEST store with the smallest price. Located in RiverGate Mall.
Goodlettsville Pediatrics 200 Gleaves St., Ste. A, Madison 615-851-7865 • goodpeds.com Beat the rush, schedule yearly school and sports physicals now! Win a $100 Visa gift card from Goodlettsville Pediatrics.
Mission Chiropractic 2066 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 202, Franklin 615-465-6642 • missionfamilychiro.com Win a free chiropractic exam, thermography analysis, X-rays (if indicated) and body composition testing (value $250).
Ultimate Party Super Store 264 Main St., Hendersonville 615-431-0020 • hendersonvillepartystore.com Win a $50 gift card good toward any inflatable rental. The party starts at the Ultimate Party Super Store!
Nashville Kids Parties 615-239-8989 • copycatsforkids.net Win a free costume rental from Nashville’s top source for children’s parties, costume rentals and bounces.
Morris Orthodontics 711 East Main St., Ste. 110, Hendersonville 615-431-2787 • morrisbraces.com Win $100 new patient comprehensive treatment gift certificate along with a Morris Orthodontics goodie bag. Morris Orthodontics voted the Best Orthodontist in Sumner County.
Hoppity Hop Inflatable Play Center 143 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville 615-265-8020 • hoppityhopinflatables.com Hop on in for a perfect birthday party or fun play date with friends. Win a $50 gift card from Hoppity Hop good toward any birthday party package.
Ann Carroll School of Dance 1121 Harpeth Industrial Court, Franklin 615-790-6468 • anncarrollschoolofdance.com Win three months of dance lessons at Williamson County’s #1 dance school. Classes include ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop & lyrical. New students only please (value: up to $195).
Sky Zone Trampoline Park 1113 Murfreesboro Road, #254, Franklin 615-721-3626 • skyzone.com/frankin Win our most popular “Jump Around” party package for up to 10 kids. Includes: 10 jump tickets,
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Tennessee Central Railway Museum 220 Willow St., Nashville 615-244-9001 • tcry.org Win four tickets to ride on the Thomas the Train excursion Sept. 5 & 6, 12 & 13 (value $80).
Brain Balance Center of Franklin 790 Jordan Road, #110, Franklin 615-224-6627 • brainbalancecenters.com Win a Brain Balance assessment. An objective and quantifiable measurement of each area of function — motor, sensory, behavioral, social, emotional and cognitive — allowing us to better understand your child’s unique challenges. The assessment consists of
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sensory, motor and cognitive testing of more than 900 functions and is performed in a single session (value $250).
Snodgrass-King Pediatric Dental Associates 125 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 140, Franklin • 615-771-1111 4761 Andrew Jackson Pkwy., Hermitage • 615-885-3525 5000 Crossings Circle, Ste. 301, Mt. Juliet • 615-754-4444 1747 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro • 615-225-0700 5073 Main St., Ste. 240, Spring Hill • 615-302-4200 snodgrassking.com Win a free exam, cleaning and full X-rays from Nashville’s award-winning pediatric dental and orthodontic office. Giving them a smile to build their future on.
Smile Construction 100 Springhouse Court, Ste. 200, Hendersonville 608-B Commons Drive, Gallatin 614-C Highway 76, White House 615-824-8929 • smileconstruction.com Clayton M. Fulks, D.M.D., offers orthodontics for adults and children. Win a Smile Construction Cinch Sack with T-shirt and an electric toothbrush.
One Organized Girl 434-760-2297 • oneorganizedgirl.com Win two hours of professional organizing valued at $100! Organize your kitchen, closets, playrooms, scheduling and more!
Gymboree 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 180, Nashville 615-221-9004 • gymboreeclasses.com One free month of class with play, music or sports. New member fee waived (value $104).
Gold’s Gym Murfreesboro locations 615-956-6016 • goldsgym.com/murfreesborotn Win a one-month platinum membership to any Gold’s Gym location in Murfreesboro or Smyrna. Includes gym access, aerobic classes, hot yoga, tanning and child care (value $80).
Animal Tales 330 Johnnie Road, Mayfield, KY 42066 270-804-5182 • animaledzoocation.com Take an adventure to the wonderful world of Animal Tales birthday parties! Enjoy the most exciting, fun birthday experience in Nashville featuring live animals in an entertaining and creative presentation for boys and girls of all ages. We are offering $100 off your next party!
615-662-5643 • robinearl@me.com Win three free vocal coaching lessons with well-known and respected global voice coach (value $150)!
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RipsDesigns Custom Jewelry
Custom Jewelry 615-243-3516 • ripsdesigns.etsy.com
Enter to win a sterling silver, personalized and handstamped necklace with your children’s birthstones and a charm of your choice included as well. Have your children’s names stamped on it or give it as a gift! So personal and so custom (value $55)!
Rutherford YMCA 205 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro 615-895-5995 • ymcamidtn.org Win a free season of flag football for boys and girls ages 5 -12. Season takes place Sept. 12 - Nov. 7.
New Day Photography 3234 Boyd Mill Ave., Franklin 615-281-0612 • newdayphotography.net Win a gift certificate that entiles you to a consultation, photo shoot and 11x14 wall portrait (value $250).
Global Fun-n-Food Global Mall at the Crossings 615-900-5000 • globalfunnfood.com Global Fun-n-Food Family Entertainment Center features pizza, arcade games, laser tag, bumper cars and more! Win five $10 game cards (value $50).
Come Experience the Smokies - Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg & Sevier County comeexperiencethesmokies.com Enjoy a Smoky Mountain family four pack of attraction passes to experience The Smoky Mountain Wheel at the Island, Rainforest Adventures Zoo, Adventure Zipline Courtesy of Oak Tree Lodge and so much more (value $450)!
Deer Run Camps & Retreats 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station 615-794-2918 • deerrunretreat.org/upcomingevents $50 gift certificate off of the balance payment of a registration for a Family Weekend: Father-Son Adventure Weekend (Aug. 21 through 23) or MotherDaughter Weekend (Sept. 18 through 20).
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ACADEMICS Academy Child Development Centers and Preschools 201 Westwood Place, Brentwood 203 Powell Place, Brentwood 1401 Baffin Lane, Franklin 114 Prospect Ave., Franklin 270 Seaboard Lane, Franklin 151 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville 1404 Gateway Blvd., Murfreesboro 7836 Learning Lane, Nashville 4615 Thompsons Ridge, Thompson’s Station 122 Seaboard Lane, Franklin academychildevelopment.com
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This summer your kids can GROW, LEARN, PLAY! The Academy “wows” once again with a non-stop summer program that includes special weekly guests, adventurous themes, and our exclusive Kindergarten Boot Camp. Well-known for our incredibly creative seasonal activities, summer at the Academy is no exception. Voted best preschool by Nashville Parent readers for seven consecutive years.
Brain Balance Achievement Centers 790 Jordan Road, Ste. 110, Franklin brainbalancecenters.com
615-224-6625
A cutting-edge, drug-free approach to help children improve their ability to learn academically, socially and emotionally. We don’t just work with your child’s strengths or compensate for a weakness. We tackle your child’s issue head on, by addressing the root cause at the most fundamental level. The Brain Balance Program® integrates three key pillars of brain development – sensory motor exercises, cognitive activities and nutritional guidance – to address the root cause of most learning and developmental issues.
City of Life Corp. (C.A.R.E Core) 4300 Clarksville Pike, Nashville cityoflifecdc.org • info@cityoflifecdc.org
615-299-0520
The summer enrichment program operates for seven or more weeks during the summer as a full-day summer camp. Fun activities include arts education (music, dance, drama, speech and visual), sports (tennis, swimming, soccer) and education (such as foreign languages and cooking) with related field trips. Ages 6 - 12 yrs. Holly Tree Christian Preschool Summer Quest 3421 Old Anderson Road, Antioch 1384 Holly Gap Road, Brentwood hollytreechildcare.com
615-366-1750 615-377-6636
Holly Tree Schools are about faith, family, and summer fun! Featuring cool fun for hot days, special guests, water fun, summer-themed weekly chapel, and JAM classes (Jesus and Me!), summer is a blast at Holly Tree. The summer is no time to slow down at Holly Tree, where we kick into overdrive to make the most of the summer season!
LearningRx 5554 Franklin Pike, Ste. 200, Nashville 2044 Lascassas Pike, Murfreesboro learningrx.com/nashville-brentwood • learningrx.com/murfreesboro
615-953-8899 615-867-8717
LearningRx specializes in making kids measurably smarter through research-based programs that train the brain. Our unmatched results speak for themselves. In fact, students test higher in IQ – an average of 15 points higher – after completing our brain training programs.
Sylvan Learning Center 810 Medical Center Pkwy., Ste. C, Murfreesboro sylvanlearning.com
615-893-3542
Sure, you could sign up for karate or dance, but if you’re looking for another fun activity that’s educational too, why not sign up for Robotics? Specially designed for kids in grades 2 - 6, our programs use creative and challenging activities (building robots!) to encourage a love of STEM at an early age. Your child will love creating robots with LEGO® bricks and animating robots using LEGO® Education’s award-winning WeDo™ software.
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ANIMALS, HORSEBACK RIDING Creekside Riding Academy 2359 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin creeksideridingstables.com • creeksidestables@gmail.com
615-595-7547
Where horse lovers come to camp! Daily mounted riding lessons, games on horseback or trail rides. We focus on safety, proper riding techniques, grooming, care, tacking and leading. Day camps throughout June and July for beginners to advanced riders, ages 6 and up.
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Fox Creek Farm 1976 Stop Thirty Road, Hendersonville foxcreekfarmllc.com • foxcreekfarmllc@gmail.com
615-618-7539
Fox Creek Farms, a 37 acre farm in Hendersonville, TN, opened its barn doors in February 2015! Offering a variety of services including horseback riding lessons for all ages and summer educational classes for children. Classes will be two hours per day and loaded with activities such as horseback riding, proper grooming, and crafts. Contact us today for more information and to schedule a tour of our farm.
Music City Riding Academy 1512 Harrison Road, Murfreesboro 615-495-7346 musiccityridingacademy.com Featuring summer riding day camps. Instruction for beginning to advanced students. Also offering lessons and boarding. Riding, grooming areas and wash racks under one roof! Call now to reserve your spot. Peachtree Farms Equestrian Center 4819 Hwy 96 E, Arrington peachtreefarms.com • polly@peachtreefarms.com
615-419-1089
Saddle up and ride! Our equestrian camp provides extensive time with horses. Campers learn life skills through caring for and communicating with horses. We teach safe and correct riding skills. Beginner to advanced, English or Western. Half-day camps for ages 4 - 8, full-day for ages 6 and older. After-care is available. Weekly camps in June and July. CHA approved facility and U.S. Pony Club Center.
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Tap Root Farm 4104 Clovercroft Road, Franklin taprootfarm.com
615-794-3358
Children will learn about farm life… where real food comes from and how it grows. They will work with large and small animals, understanding what it takes and how to care for them. Campers will be a member of a farm family team in which they will have responsibilities. Camp is about young people taking an opportunity to get back in touch with themselves.
ARTS Act Too Players 1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 119, Franklin acttooplayers.com • info@acttooplayers.com
615-294-0667
Each summer, Act Too Players offers a combination of week-long performance camps and our full production summer intensives taught by some the best in the Nashville theatre industry. Every student gets the opportunity to rehearse with the best directors, musical directors, and technical staff. Our goal is to instruct your child on the art of theatre while providing a fun, safe, environment.
Bellevue Dance Center 7097-J Old Harding Pike, Nashville bellevuedancecenter.com
615-662-8553
Register now for summer sessions, camps and intensives. We are now also enrolling for the 2015/16 dance year! Open House: Sat., July 25, 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Classes begin Mon., Aug. 10. See website for details!
Bounce U of Nashville 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville bounceu.com/nashville-tn
615-255-1422
Create and Bounce Camp is now enrolling with exciting weekly themes and daily fun for ages 3 - 12. Kids get to create art and bounce in a spectac-U-lar indoor play arena featuring warehouse-sized giant inflatables including our exclusive 18 ft. Spider Climb with an 18 ft. Mountain Slide, Dodge Ball City and 38 ft. obstacle course. continued on page 58 ...
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JUNIOR SLUGGERS is a fun and exciting program with unique coordination drills and games that will help them learn to throw, hit, catch, and run bases!
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Summer day camp for children preschool - grade 12 that focuses on aspects of technical acting skills, costumes, props and sets. Two-week sessions begin Jun. 1. Call or visit our website for more information on available sessions. No experience necessary Come have fun and learn the basics.
Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville cheekwood.org • kkidd@cheekwood.org
615-353-9827
For art and outdoor adventures, you can’t beat summer camps at Cheekwood! Keep your kids busy and engaged this summer with time-tested favorites. We have an entire summer of fun and fresh classes to engaged and inspire every young artist. Don’t miss out on the fun!
The Curious Kitchen, Curious Kids Cooking Camp • Over 35 Acres/Trails • Indoor & Outdoor Arenas • Riding Lessons- All Ages • Horse Boarding/Training • Summer Educational Classes for Kids
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1601 W. Northfield Blvd., Ste. 2, Murfreesboro thecurouskitchen.net • rachel@thecuriouskitchen.com
615-956-6077
Kids warm up the kitchen as they learn the finer points of food preparation, keeping a clean workspace, recipes and measuring ingredients –all while having fun! They’ll be making delicious and healthy dishes fro scratch, and yes, there will be desserts, too! Curious Kids Cooking Camp will run for 8 one-week camps through the summer. Learn more on our website.
Dance in Bloom 7982 Coley Davis Road, Nashville danceinbloom.com • info@danceinbloom.com
615-662-4819
Located just off of I-40 west in Bellevue, Dance in Bloom will be offering fun, themed summer camps, classes and workshops. Ask about our birthday parties!
Dance Star Studio 1976 Stop Thirty Road • Hendersonville • (615) 618-7539
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Dance Star Studio offers ballet, tap, jazz, tumbling, twirling, pointe, hip-hop, toning and Zumba for ages 18 months and older. Also now offering special needs dance classes at no cost to families. Call today to register for our fun summer camp sessions starting in July. Be sure to mention our ad in this magazine to receive $10 0ff!
The Dancer’s School 2159 N. Thompson Lane, C-5, Murfreesboro thedancersschool.com • thedancersschool@live.com
615-907-1155
The Dancer’s School has designed a fun, creative summer schedule with six different weeks to choose from that will fit your needs. Offerings include ballet, pointe, jazz, modern, hip-hop, adult classes and our ever-popular pre-K themed classes for ages 3 - 6. Visit our website for registration information.
Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway, Nashville fristcenter.org/summerartcamp
615-244-3340
Sculpture, drawing, animation, photography, and so much more. Our week-long, age-appropriate classes are designed to be fun and educational for kids ages 5 - 18. No art-making experience is necessary.
Gray Studios LA – Acting Camp at DC Dance Factory, 1850-E Gen. George Patton Drive, Franklin graystudiosla.com • info@graystudiosla.com
818-582-3943
We are bringing our amazing camps to Nashville! Come join us for a full week and learn the secrets of how to be a child star, or if you are interested in the arts just come and have fun. Celebrity and Casting Director classes included. Make a short film by the end of the camp. Meet students Kenton Duty and Ariel Winter. This camp will fill up quickly!
Gymboree Play & Music 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 180, Nashville nashvilletn@gymboreeclasses.com
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2395 New Salem Hwy, Murfreesboro dancestardancers.com • cole@dancestardancers.com
615-221-9004
Inspire your child’s imagination and self-expression with a world of hands-on art activities. Through painting, sculpture, drawing, collage, dramatic play, and more, our art classes encourage confidence and support artistic potential. Enhance your child’s development with a love of music through song, dance, movement games and instruments. With an array of styles, our music classes help children explore the power of rhythm, melody, tonality and beat while nurturing key physical, social and intellectual skills.
MET Choral Camp Performing Arts Center at Tennessee State University choralartslink.org
MET Choral Camp, presented in partnership with National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), is a singing camp for public, private, charter and homeschooled children, as well as students who par-
ticipate in the MET Singers. Designed as a two-week choral retreat, singers encounter choral and vocal performance training, varieties of musical styles, and tips from special guest artists from NMAAM, Barbershop Harmony Society, the Nashville Symphony, the Nashville Public Library and more! Camp runs Jul. 13 - 24 for grades (rising to) 2 - 12.
Mobile Music Academy mobilemusicacademy.com • info@mobilemusicacademy.com 615-301-8589 We bring high-quality music instruction from fun, energetic, qualified teachers to you. Lessons for piano, guitar, bass, drums, voice, band and orchestral. Voted #1 for music instruction by Nashville Parent readers! Summer Recording Studio Camp! See our website for details.
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The Music Class 5000 Thoroughbred Lane, Brentwood Satellite locations in West Meade and Franklin themusicclass.com/nashville • info@themusicclass.com
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Early childhood music program for parents and children ages birth - 5 yrs. Help your young child achieve his or her full musical potential with this innovative, developmental music and movement program. Parent and child classes are playful and creative and each family receives the acclaimed CDs and song books. Classes meet weekday and weekend mornings. Call or visit our website for current schedule and session pricing or to find out about our birthday parties and moms’ group events.
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Nashville Children’s Theatre 25 Middleton St., Nashville nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
615-254-9103
Founded in 1931, NCT is the country’s oldest professional theater for youth and was ranked as one of the top five children’s theaters by Time magazine. NCT presents age-appropriate plays from the classics to contemporary. Saturday and Summer drama workshops are offered for children of various ages. For more information about drama workshops, visit our website or call the theater.
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Nashville Piano Academy 330 Mayfield Drive, Franklin nashvillepianoacademy.com
615-943-3690
Hwy 431 at Duplex Rd. 2359 Lewisburg Pk. Franklin, TN 37064 615-595-7547
We specialize in providing students with fun, engaging and flexible piano lessons that result in a wellrounded and comprehensive music education. In addition to traditional music concepts such as reading, improvisation and music theory, we emphasize universally applicable skills such as collaboration, creative problem solving and presentation. It is our goal to impart a passion for learning and music.
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School of Nashville Ballet 3630 Redmon St., Nashville 500 Wilson Pike Circle, Ste. 119, brentwood nashvilleballet.com
615-297-2966 ext. 20
School of Nashville Ballet offers the highest quality of training for children and adults of all ages. Artistic director Paul Vasterling leads an outstanding faculty comprised of highly respected professional teachers from around thew world, providing a complete dance experience that is challenging and fun for all students, whether they simply love to dance or aspire to a professional career. Students may have the opportunity to perform in Nashville Ballet productions.
BUSINESS JA BizTown Summer Camp 120 Powell Place, Nashville janash.com/ja-biztown/summer-camp • bethanyw@janash.com
615-627-1205
Campers ages 10 - 13 spend a week learning how to succeed in business. They’ll apply and interview for jobs, vote in elections, work as part of a business team, and earn and manage their own money. One camp session remains: Jul. 13 - 17 ( 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
FITNESS/SPORTS The Ascent 831 Park Ave., Murfreesboro climbyourrock.com • info@climbyourrock.com
615-796-6545
The Ascent is proud to introduce Kids Rock, an instructional program offered once a week to grades 1 - 5, which focuses them both mentally and physically. Participants actively learn self-confidence, problem solving, focus, determination through various goals and challenges, while also having fun and staying fit. Visit our website for more information and to register.
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Lee’s ATA Karate is the premier family martial arts program in Nashville. We pride ourselves on not being just another sport but a character development school that gives students the tools to be successful in life both mentally and physically. With numerous awards, we are recognized as one of the most successful martial arts program in Tennessee. Join us in celebrating our 10th anniversary with 10 classes for $10.
Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate 1911 Business Campus Drive, Murfreesboro 1820 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro bskonline.com • bushido96@aol.com
615-890-6755 615-893-6003
Let martial arts take your kids to new heights! Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate offers programs in traditional karate from age 3 - adult. Call now to find out how to get one month free with uniform.
Blooma Nashville 4107 Charlotte Ave., Nashville bloomanashville.com • hello@bloomanashville.com
615-797-8064
A new yoga, wellness, and education studio for moms-to-be, mamas and families. Weekly drop-in classes include Prenatal Yoga, Mama-Baby Yoga, Mama-Crawlers Yoga, Babywearing Barre, Postnatal Yoga for Mom, Vinyasa Yoga for Everyone and kids classes from tots to tweens. Blooma offers childbirth education, massage, new mama support groups and women’s circles.
Boost Aquatics Pool 11 Vaughns Gap Road, Nashville boostfitclub.com/aquatics • auatics@boostfitclub.com
615-662-8989
Beat the summer heat by joining the boost aquatics pool! Nashville’s only indoor/outdoor, heated olympicsized salt water pool. Summer pool programs include: summer family splash pass, kids swim lessons (private or group), swim team, adult swim, pool parties. Join the summer fun and sun.
Boost Gymnastics 11 Vaughns Gap Road, Nashville boostgymnastics.com
615-352-8533
Summer camps every week May 26 - Aug 7. Gymnastics, arts and crafts, music time, games, swimming (for children ages 5 - 14), fieldhouse play and more. Birthday parties are also available!
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David Deaton Karate Brentwood 615-377-1100 Hendersonville 615-824-9111 Lebanon 615-547-1754 Mt. Juliet 615-754-6878 daviddeaton.com
Open House July 25 & August 1
The free one-month summer camp gives children these five great life skills: (1) Easy-to-learn self-defense; (2) Vital safety tips; (3) How to handle bullies; (4) What to do when parents aren’t around; (5) What to do when confronted by strangers. Only two 4-week sessions will be held in June and July. Classes fill quickly so register now!
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E.T.C. Gymnastics 1137 Haley Road, Murfreesboro 1932 Almaville Road, Smyrna etcgymnastics.com • coachken@etcgymnastics.com
615-867-6900 615-617-7644
E.T.C. Gymnastics is dedicated to bringing a new standard of excellence in gymnastics through Him. We offer classes in gymnastics for boys and girls ages 2 years and older. We also offer cheerleading and tumbling, as well as competitive teams. Call and ask about our free trial class. We also do parties, field trips and parents’ nights out.
Get Up! (KinderSports) Held at Brentwood High School kindersportonline.com • kindersport@comcast.net
615-584-8989
Ready, Set, GET UP! (Ultimately Physical) is the first camp of its kind combining speed development, karate, tumbling and hip-hop dance. These four components have proven to set a very strong and complete foundation for young athletes who desire to be successful in all sports both individual or team. Taught by masters of their discipline, GET UP will introduce tools that are sure to lead to a lifetime of power, speed, coordination and body awareness. Come and be a part of a disciplined approach to fitness and fun.
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iStep Kidz is providing an affordable summer option that guarantees that your child has fun while pushing their creativity to the max! We offer basketball skills training, hip-hop dance, art and step. At the end of our camps, there will be a family day to showcase your child’s accomplishments.
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Line Drive Nation 4220 Midland Road, Christiana linedrivenation.com • support@linedrivenation.com
615-410-6205
Offering baseball and softball hitting instruction, camps, clinics and Rutherford County’s only pre-K developmental program – Junior Sluggers helps pre-K (4 - 5 yrs.) boys and girls get started off on the right foot fundamentally in baseball and softball in a fun and exciting way. Sessions available Mon. - Fri. Also offering summer clinic sessions for children ages 6 - 12 during June and July. Call today to register.
Mpact Sports 121 Seaboard Lane, Franklin mpactgymnastics.com
615-377-3444
MPACT your child’s school year with the right balance of athletic training, character building and social/ team outlets. Gymnastics for 10 mos. - adult, cheer for 5 - 18 yrs. and martial arts for ages 4 - 104. Competitive teams and proper training. Low teacher/student ratios. Our goal is to help your child develop to their fullest within their sport of choice and encourage learning.
Ms. Sue’s Swimming Lessons 7857 S. Lamar Road, Smyrna mssueswimming.com • mssueseimming@hotmail.com
615-459-5124
Swim lessons for ages 6 mos - adult beginning Jun. 1 and running through Jul. 31. Heated salt water pool, convenient day and evening classes, all levels. Contact us today to register.
My Gym 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood 204 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville my-gym.com/brentwood • my-gym.com/hendersonville
615-371-5437 615-824-8002
We build strong, healthy bodies through tumbling, relays, music and gymnastics. High-energy, structured classes improve balance, agility and build self-confidence. Our immaculate facilities and low studentteacher ratios help children 3 mos. - 13 yrs. develop excellent fitness habits in a non-competitive way.
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Nashville Sailing Foundation nashvillesailingfoundation.org
Our day camp operates the four full weeks of June at Harbor Island Yacht Club on Old Hickory lake. Kids ages 7 - 14 learn the joy of sailing, the wonder of the water on a hot summer day and to master nautical terminology, knot tying and fun stuff like making tie-died tee shirts. Camps are 1 - 6 p.m. each day. Snacks are provided. We do off the water drills, games and exercises on rain days. Counselors are US Sailing Certified Small Boat Instructors and most are camp alumni. The fee is $255 per week.
One Goal Sports Murfreesboro 615-896-7309 onegoalsports.net • admin@onegoalsports.net
A non-profit, community-based sports league existing to provide quality sports programming for families in a fun, Christian environment. Now registering for spring soccer, summer t-ball, summer coach pitch, summer flag football and others. Visit our website for more information.
Showtime Sports Academy 119 Seaboard Lane, Franklin showtimesportsacademy.com • jimmy@showtimesportsacademy.com
615-373-1105
Showtime Sports Academy is Middle Tennessee’s largest indoor sports training facility. We offer multiple camps throughout the year designed to give kids a fun and active experience.
Wado Karate Centers 2444 Morris Gentry Blvd., Antioch (ages 5 and up) 406 Two Mile Pike, Goodlettsville (ages 3 and up) 550 Sam Ridley Pkwy. W, Smyrna (ages 5 and up) wadokaratecenters.com • orileykarate.com
615-399-3992 615-859-9473 615-399-3992
Kids and adults. Designed to instill self-control, self-confidence and boost self-esteem. Our classes are the product of more than 40 years of refinement and offer life skills along with karate skills. Check us out on the web or call for more information.
NATURE Camp Warner Park Bob Brown Field Station/Percy Warner Park Hwy 100 at Old Hickory, Nashville campwarnerpark.com • director@campwarnerpark.com
615-481-2017
Get your kids unplugged and outside this summer! Camp Warner Park emphasizes environmental awareness using outdoor play and exploration. This year we are offering teen programs for kids 12 - 15 yrs. Join us for any of our 8 sessions this summer. Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Various locations in the greater Nashville area 615-261-9937 engineeringforkids.net/location/nashville • nashville@engineeringforkids.net
Engineering for Kids brings science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to kids ages 7 - 14 in a fun and challenging way through camps. We are proud to inspire children to build on their natural curiosity by teaching engineering concepts through hands-on learning. Engineering is, after all, one of the fastest growing industries in the world! Check out our website for our 2015 summer camp offerings.
mrbondscienceguy.com 615-573-2702
Mr. Bond and the Science Guys bring you another great summer of hands on science camps. We have locations all over town with themes ranging from Space to Crazy Chemistry. Check out our new robot camps and our environmental theme. We have added new locations and full-day options. Cheers!
SPECIAL NEEDS 1215 21st Ave. S., Nashville vanderbilthealth.com/stutteringcamp
Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center is holding a special summer day camp for children and teens who stutter. The goal of the Summer Fluency Day Camp is to help stutterers become more confident communicators. Specialists in speech and language will lead the camp.
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TRADITIONAL CAMPS A New Leaf Nashville 6501 Pennywell Drive, Nashville anewleafnashville.org • coordinator@anewleafnashville.org
615-585-9790
Celebrating 10 years of camp by offering 8 amazing weeks of creative adventure for ages 3 - 12! Come explore the outdoors, flight, oceans, art, movie-making, storytelling, puppets, biology and more. Each week includes lots of outside time, math, science, arts and crafts, and fun with friends. Choose your week on our website.
Camp Crusader - Hendersonville Christian Academy Hendersonville, Gallatin and Goodlettsville crusaderkids.com/camp-crusader
615-824-1550
Camp Crusader is an exciting summer camp program available to children from ages 1 - 11. We are conveniently located on all three campuses in Hendersonville, Goodlettsville and Gallatin. Each campus serves different age ranges. Go to our website to learn more about each campus. Camp runs through Fri., Jul. 25 (Closed Jul. 4). Kids will enjoy days packed full of activities and older children will enjoy fun field trips.
Camp Laney for Boys 916 West River Road, Mentone, AL camplaney.com
256-634-4066
Camp Laney is an independent, traditional boys camp located on Lookout Mountain in northeastern Alabama. Camp Laney is accredited by the ACA and offers four two-week sessions for ages 8 - 14 and a one-week junior camp session for boys finishing grade 2. Activities include canoeing, water slide, swimming, team sports, ropes course, climbing wall, mountain biking, bouldering, archery, riflery and tennis.
Camp Rockmont for Boys 375 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, NC rockmont.com • info@rockmont.com
828-686-3885
Camp Rockmont is a Christian summer camp for boys, ages 6 - 16, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Rockmont’s mission of developing boys into healthy young men is accomplished through age-appropriate skills, activities and challenges that help campers to know themselves better and discover God’s love for them.
Currey Ingram Academy 6544 Murray Lane, Brentwood curreyingramcamps.org • alli.faulk@curreyingram.org
615-507-3242
Currey Ingram Academy is offering 40+ camps this summer! There’s something for every age and interest. Half-day and full-day options and extended care are available. CIA’s beautiful 83 acre campus is just 11 miles from downtown Nashville and eight miles from Franklin. We hope to see you this summer at CIA!
Davidson Academy Bear Country Camp 1414 W. Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville davidsonacademy.com
615-860-5300
Davidson Academy Bear Country Camp is an exciting time for boys and girls pre-K 4 - grade 6. Campers participate in arts, crafts, science, cooking, reading, math, drama, swimming, field trips, special guests and much more. Enrichment activities include art camps, Cookie Crazy, jewelry making, Fabulous Frozen Party, summer clay camp, pottery workshop, silly songs/dance along, STEM and science, Lego/Wedo/ Cando, Lego Party, Girl Talk, karate, piano/voice lessons, ballet/tap classes and tutoring.
Deer Run Camps & Retreats – Overnight Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station camps.deerrunretreat.org • contact@deerrunretreat.org
615-794-2918
DEEPER FAITH. GREATER ADVENTURES. Traditional camp on 100 acres of private wooded property. Mature young-adult camp staff lead a well-organized camp experience which builds character and confidence. Preteens (grades 3 - 5), Middle School (grades 6 - 8), High School (grades 9 - 12). Campers unplug from distractions of technology. All-inclusive activities with registration: horseback riding, climbing tower, paintball, archery and BB guns, rec games, obstacle course, low or high ropes, leap of faith, giant swing, lake (water slide, aqua park, swimming, kayaks, canoes, zip line), cardboard boat regatta races, wiffle ball, small group Bible study, nightly speaker and worship. Tracks to choose from: cooking, music, drama, sports, archery and more.
Montgomery Bell Academy - Summer @ MBA 4001 Harding Road, Nashville montgomerybell.edu/camps
Montgomery Bell Academy’s more than 100 different camps and classes allow rising kindergartners to high school boys and girls to fill their summer with activities. Sports, science, driver’s ed, leadership, study skills, and Legos – as well as lacrosse, football, and soccer leagues – are just a few of the offerings. Check our website for all information and to register.
New Frontiers 3939 Snowhill Road, Dowelltown newfrontiers.org
877-704-CAMP
Nestled among the hills just 60 miles east of Nashville rests an adventure programming facility that rivals almost any other place like it in the United States. We utilize challenge courses, caving, canoeing, paintball, archery tag and other adventure components that prepare the students to face life with strength and direction, and to challenge people to think strategically, communicate directly and live intentionally. Day Camps, completed grade 1 - 6. Overnight and Expedition Camps, grades 4 - 12. Homeschool Enrichment Program, ages 6 - 17 (split by age groups).
Oasis Summer Camp 7533 Lord’s Chapel Drive, Nashville oasischurch.tv/ministries/mothers-day-out • leslie@oasischurch.tv
615-331-0202
Explorers welcome! Oasis Summer Camp offers a six-week day camp for children ages 6 wks. - preschool. We are excited to offer “Jungle Safari” focusing on hands-on, explorative learning and activities while exploring the true nature of our God. Choose from one to four days per week.
Psyché Real World Boot Camp 1200 Division St., #405, Nashville psychepllc.com/real-world-boot-camp • laurenmartin@psychepllc.com
615-274-8400
This summer, adolescents may take part in Real World Boot Camp where they will explore Nashville to learn practical skills such as changing a tire, cooking and opening a checking account. This opportunity to “live outside of the nest” can develop independence and inspire. Full day sessions Jul. 27 - 31.
Riverview Camp for Girls 757 CR 614, Mentone, AL riverviewcamp.com • info@riverviewcamp.com
800-882-0722
Award-winning camp for girls is now accepting applications for 2015! The Riverview campus is also the site for Nature’s Classroom Atop Lookout Mountain, an exciting experiential education program that has existed on a national level for 21 years and in Alabama since 1991. As a member of the Association for Experiential Education, the program provides an individually tailored format for each group’s needs.
Rocketown Summer Sessions and Summer Intensives 601 4th Ave. S, Nashville rocketown.com/summersessions • rod@rocketown.org
615-843-4001
Rocketown’s Summer Sessions include skate camp, dance, the Rhyme Lab (recording studio), photography, moviemaking, basketball camp, Gear Heads (vehicle building, maintenance, and repair), and the Jam Lab (live instrument practice, performance, and recording). Students ages 9 - 18. Moviemaking and Audio Production Intensive Camps are also available.
YMCA Day Camps ymcamidtn.org/programs/camp 615-259-9622
Camping at the Y is about learning skills, developing character, and making friends. Our camps are also places where kids become a community as they engage in physical, social, and educational activities that teach how to be more independent and contribute to a group. Each week includes swimming and field trips.
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Deer Run Camps & Retreats – Day Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station camps.deerrunretreat.org • contact@deerrunretreat.org
painting, climbing tower, creek wading, skits, fun songs, worship, small group Bible study. Adventure camps include outdoor education, paintball, archery tournament, lake activities (listed previously), kickball, wiffle ball, BB guns, climbing tower, worship, small group Bible study, survival skills including compass orienteering, tomahawk throwing, hut building, fire starting and knot tying. Extended care and bus transportation options.
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DEEPER FAITH. GREATER ADVENTURES. Voted best day camp. Day Camps (grades K - 5). Adventure Day Camps (grades 6 - 8). Traditional camp on 100 acres of private wooded property. Mature young-adult camp staff lead a well-organized camp experience which builds character and confidence. Campers unplug from distractions of technology. All-inclusive activities with day camp registration: lake (water slide, aqua park, swimming, kayaks, canoes, zip line), kickball, games, wiffle ball, BB guns, archery, crafts, face
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615-259-3418
The summer component of the YMCA’s Fun Company out-of-school time program, Summer Adventure offers campers daily fun in a safe, supervised environment. Offering full-day excitement, campers will learn skills, develop character, and make new friends, all while engaging in physical, social, and educational activities.
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THE MONTH’S TOP 10 Our editor’s picks for the best in July.
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DAILY ACTIVITIES Events in day-to-day order.
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ON STAGES Find this month’s music and theater shows.
99 ART WORKS Exploring Jaume Plensa’s Human Landscape exhibit with children at Cheekwood and the Frist.
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ONGOING ACTIVITIES Recurring opportunities for all ages.
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Summer Saturdays The Tennessee Agricultural Museum serves up free fun on Saturdays, July 11, 18 and 25. Each week has a specific theme exploring farm fun. Meet live animals, see old-time demonstrations, play games and more. See specific dates inside “Things To Do” for details.
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Performance Schedule: July 2:
Coal Train Railroad
family together for fantastic performances and shows,
July 9:
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a ‘kids dance zone,’ and magical memories made
July 16:
Mr. Steve, The Music Man
July 23:
Nashville Public Library Puppet Truck presents Anansi the Spider
July 30:
Cowboy Dan
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SUMMER SATURDAYS
SEE & SING THE WIZARD OF OZ Sunday, July 19 The Franklin Theatre, Franklin See page 88
BETHLEHEM FISH FRY
Friday, July 17 Bethlehem United Methodist Church Franklin See page 84
UNCLE DAVE MACON DAYS FESTIVAL
Saturdays, July 11, 18 & 25 Tennessee Agricultural Museum, Nashville See pages 83, 87 & 92
July 10 - 12 Cannonsburgh Village, Murfreesboro See page 77
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IMAGINE DRAGONS Wednesday, July 8 Bridgestone Arena, Nashville See page 96
RANCH RODEO
Saturday, July 11 Tap Root Farm Franklin See page 78
AMERICAN IDOL LIVE Friday, July 17 Ryman Auditrorium, Nashville See page 95
STRING CITY: NASHVILLE’S TRADITION OF MUSIC & PUPPETRY
July 14 - 18 & 21 - 25 Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum See page 83
FIREWORKS FOR THE FOURTH Friday, July 3 - Saturday, July 4 Various communities in Middle Tennessee See page 75
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Wed 1 FREE Kidz Summer Olympic Games
Have fun competing in Olympic type skill games. All ages. New Life Church, 6111 Cayce Lane, Columbia; 6 p.m.; experiencenewlife.us.
Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Colorado Springs Sky Sox. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-6904487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Vans Warped Tour
See “On Stages,” page 97.
Summer Movies for Kids Continue
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Carmike Cinemas’ Summer Kids Series When: Thursdays through Aug. 6 at 10 a.m. Cost: $4 includes movie, popcorn and soft drink Locations: Bellevue, Franklin and Murfreesboro Movie Offerings (partial list): Marmaduke, The Croods, Megamind, Tooth Fairy, Paddington, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water Contact: carmike.com
Malco’s Kids Summer Film Fest When: Tuesdays and Wednesdays through July 29 at 10 a.m. Cost: $2 per movie (proceeds benefit local children’s hospitals) Location: Smyrna Movie Offerings (partial list): How to Train Your Dragon, Turbo, Epic, Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked, Ice Age: The Meltdown Contact: malco.com
Regal’s Summer Movie Express When: Tuesdays and Wednesdays through July 29 at 10 a.m. Cost: $1 per movie Locations: Green Hills, Hendersonville, Opry Mills and Mt. Juliet Movie Offerings (partial list): The Lego Movie, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water, Dolphin Tale 2, Penguins of Madagascar Contact: regmovies.com/movies/summer-movie-express
Thu 2 Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Family Night Out
Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor concert by Coal Train Railroad. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 615-356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Nashville FC Soccer
Cheer for the Nashville Football Club when they challenge Knoxville Force during this minor league soccer game. All ages. Vanderbilt Stadium, 2601 Jess Neely Drive, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $9 adults, $1 children; nashvillefc.net.
FREE Perform Murfreesboro Dance Class
This class focuses on choreography and necessary skills to pick up dance routines. Ages 7 - 17. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; free with membership ($25); 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Scrapbookers
Work on individual projects and win door prizes. Ages 18 and older. Patterson Park Community
daily activities Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; 615867-7244 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.
Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Colorado Springs Sky Sox. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-6904487 or nashvillesounds.com.
FREE Summer Kids Movie Matinee
Bring blankets and pillows for a screening of The Lego Movie (rated PG). Bring at least two cans of food to be entered in a prize drawing. All ages. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 1 - 3 p.m.; 615-371-0090, ext. 8290, or brentwood-tn.org/ library.
The Texas Tenors
See “On Stages,” page 97.
Fri 3 FREE A Prelude to the 4th
See “On Stages,” page 96.
A Star-Spangled Evening
See “On Stages,” page 96.
Belcourt Midnight Movie
Enjoy a late screening of The Last Dragon (rated PG-13). Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Ave., Nashville; 11:59 p.m.; $9.25 adults, $7.75 students; 615-383-9140 or belcourt.org.
Creative Zone: Make a Honky-Tonk Hanky
Drop in and make handkerchiefs using rhinestones, glitter, sequins, ribbons and more. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org. (please turn the page)
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daily activities FREE Friday Night Movie
Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a family-friendly movie outdoors. All ages. Lawnchair Theatre, 4144 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 8 p.m.; 615870-8870 or jailhouseindustrys. com.
Glenn Miller Orchestra
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Spanish Nights
See Jaume Plensa’s Human Landscape installations at night with special programming that includes Spanish music, poetry, opera and more. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6 - 9 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 615356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Sat 4 Andrews Cadillac Firecracker Race
Participate in a 10K, 5K or kids’ race that includes a costume contest, pool party, inflatables and face painting. All ages. Maryland Farms YMCA, 5101 Maryland Way, Brentwood; 7 a.m.; $40 10K/5K, $10 fun run; give.ymcamidtn.org/ firecracker5k.
Belcourt Midnight Movie
Enjoy a late screening of The Last Dragon (rated PG-13). Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Ave., Nashville; 11:59 p.m.; $9.25 adults, $7.75 students; 615-383-9140 or belcourt.org.
Family Program: Square Dance 101
This interactive workshop for beginners covers simple steps, turns and moves with live music. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 1 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Full Moon Zip Tour
Experience a zip line excursion across nine lines in the woods under the light of the full
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moon. Ages 6 and older. Adventureworks, 1300 Narrows of the Harpeth Road, Kingston Springs; 8 p.m.; $65; 615297-2250 or adventureworks. com.
Grateful Dead: Farewell to Thee Live from Soldier Field
See a live simulcast of the Dead’s concert from Soldier Field in Chicago. All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 7 p.m.; $12; 615538-2076 or franklintheatre. com.
FREE Music City Hot Chicken Festival
Enjoy live music, hot chicken and beer vendors, and other activities. All ages. East Park, 700 Woodland St., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; hot-chicken. com/festival.
Music City July 4 5K/10K
Start your family’s Independence Day with a race through downtown Nashville benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project. All ages. Public Square Park, 10 Public Square, Nashville; 8 a.m.; $40 in advance, $45 race day; whatdoyourunfor.com.
FREE Regions Free Day at the Frist
Active and retired military personnel and their immediate families receive complimentary admission to the museum today where they can explore the Italian fashion exhibit along with seeing Jaume Plensa’s Human Landscape installations. All ages. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 615-2443340 or fristcenter.org.
Rock the Pool
Celebrate Independence Day weekend with pool activities, contests, games and more. All ages. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; $4 adults, $3 children; 615-8955040 or murfreesborotn.gov/ parks.
Steven Spielberg’s thriller, Jaws, is 40 this year, and you can see it back on the big screen for $5 at the Franklin Theatre on Sunday, July 5. Sundays LIVE! A Presidential Fourth Weekend
Featuring a Haversack Family Adventure, kids can go through marching and drill training, hear from War of 1812 soldiers about their experiences, talk to women of the period and build a boat for the Raingutter Regatta. All ages. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; free with gate admission ($20 adults, $15 students, $10 children); 615-889-2941 or thehermitage.com.
Sun 5 Creative Zone: Make a Honky-Tonk Hanky
Drop in and make handkerchiefs using rhinestones, glitter, sequins, ribbons and more. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Jaws
In honor of its 40th anniversary, see Steven Spielberg’s epic movie about a great white shark on the big screen (rated PG). All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 7 p.m.; $5; 615-538-2076 or franklintheatre.com.
Sunday Funday with Clifford the Big Red Dog
Kids can meet Clifford in the amphitheater and enjoy activities on Festival Field like inflatables, face painting, games, crafts and more. All ages. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 1 5 p.m.; free with zoo admission ($15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12); 615-833-1534 or nashvillezoo. org.
Sundays LIVE! A Presidential Fourth Weekend
Featuring a Haversack Family Adventure, kids can go through marching and drill training, hear from War of 1812 soldiers about their experiences, talk to women of the period and build a boat for the Raingutter Regatta. All ages. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; free with gate admission ($20 adults, $15 students, $10 children); 615-889-2941 or thehermitage.com.
Mon 6 Early Explorers
Visit the preschool area for breakfast, see a planetarium show, then enjoy a storytime activity. Ages 3 - 5. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 ages
5 and younger; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci.org.
Tue 7 FREE All-Star Concert See “On Stages,” page 95.
Anthony Bourdain: Close to the Bone
Chef, author and raconteur Anthony Bourdain shares insights into his life’s work and travels followed by a Q&A. All ages. TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $25 - $200; 615-7824040 or tpac.org.
Intermediate Songwriting Class
Singer/songwriter Katlyn Stevenson teaches lyric-writing technique, song structure, catchy phrasing and titles, and more. Ages 10 - 16. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $3; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Trail Worms
Explore local reptiles and amphibians through a walk, craft, songs and a story. All ages. Old Fort Park Trailhead, 410 Overall St., Murfreesboro; 10 - 11 a.m.; 615-893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
KABOOM! fireworks for the fourth
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Friday, July 3 Freedom Festival at Drake’s Creek Park 130 Cherokee Road N., Hendersonville 615-824-2818 hendersonvillechamber.com Vendor booths, live music and food booths open at 5 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. The Kidszone area is $5 for the first armband, $15 for a family of five. Smyrna’s Fourth of July Celebration Lee Victory Recreation Park 110 Sam Ridley Pkwy., Smyrna 615-459-9742, ext. 2622 townofsmyrna.org The fun cranks up at 5 p.m. with live music, soft play areas, inflatables, games, vendors and more. Fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m. Free admission.
Saturday, July 4 Brentwood’s Fourth of July Crockett Park 1500 Volunteer Pkwy., Brentwood 615-371-0060 • brentwood-tn.org Enjoy an evening of live big band and jazz music by The Kadillacs starting at 7 p.m. followed by fireworks. Free admission. Celebration Under the Stars McKnight Park 120 DeJarnette Lane, Murfreesboro 615-890-5333 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Games and children’s activities begin at 5 p.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m. Free admission. City of Lebanon 4th of July James E. Ward Ag Center 945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon 615-453-8500 facebook.com/4thofjulyatthewilsoncounty fairgrounds?ref=ts Free fun starts at 5:30 p.m. with water slides, a classic car show, complimentary watermelon, children’s games and more. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
Franklin on the Fourth Downtown Public Square, Franklin The Park at Harlinsdale 230 Franklin Road, Franklin 615-550-6947 • franklin-gov.com Celebrate the holiday with a full day of activities beginning at 10 a.m. at Public Square. Enjoy arts and crafts vendors, inflatables, a petting zoo and more. A children’s parade is at 5 p.m. Fun on the square ends at 8 p.m. Head over to the Park at Harlinsdale for fireworks starting at 9:15 p.m. Free. Gallatin Fourth of July Civic Center Grounds 210 Albert Gallatin Ave., Gallatin 615-504-6182 • gallatintn.org This free event starts at 2 p.m. with fire department bubbles in the Kid’s Corner along with live musical entertainment featuring country, rock, oldies and more. Fireworks are at 9 p.m. Goodlettsville’s Fourth of July Moss-Wright Park 745 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville 615-851-2241 goodlettsvilleparks.com The Goodlettsville Community Band kicks things off with a set of patriotic music at 4 p.m. Participate in pie-eating contests and enjoy other activities. The Activity Zone runs from 4 - 8:30 p.m. and includes inflatables, fireman’s foam, a rock wall, bungee jump and more (arm bands are $7 in advance, $10 day of). Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. La Vergne’s Fourth of July Veterans Memorial Park 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, La Vergne 615-793-3224 • lavergnetn.gov Beginning at 6 p.m., enjoy face painters, balloon artists, live musical entertainment and food trucks. Fireworks start at dusk. Free admission.
Nolensville Fourth of July Nolensville Ball Park Nolensville Road at Nolensville Park Road 615-776-3633 • nolensvilletn.gov The food court opens at 6 p.m. along with inflatables, family games and children’s activities. Live entertainment by Skylight Remedy and Cumberland Blue begins at 6:15 p.m., and fireworks start at dusk. Free admission. Pegram Independence Day Celebration Pegram Park 480 Thompson Road, Pegram 615-646-0773 • pegram.net A pancake breakfast is served from 6 - 9 a.m. at Pegram UMC across from the park, followed by a parade at 10 a.m. The rest of the day, families can participate in games, contests, children’s activities and more. Live music starts at 6:30 p.m. prior to the fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Free. Red, White & Boom Adventure Science Center (ASC) 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville 615-862-5160 • adventuresci.org Enjoy Nashville’s downtown fireworks without the big crowd by watching them from the ASC lawn while listening to a live feed of the Nashville Symphony’s accompaniment. Before the fireworks, starting at 6 p.m. you can explore the science center. Nonmember admission is $25 ages 2 - 12, $35 adults ($5 less for members). For $4 more, you can add a patriotic laser show in the planetarium. Visit the website to reserve tickets. Stars, Stripes and Squirt Guns Watertown Public Square 615-237-1776 • watertowntn.com Participate in a parade at 6 p.m. followed by activities including a squirt-gun battle, concluding with fireworks at 9 p.m. Free admission.
Music City July 4: Let Freedom Sing! Please see page 23. (please turn the page)
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FREE Movie Night in the Park
Your family can enjoy an outdoor screening of Paddington. All ages. Pinkerton Park, 405 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin; 8 p.m.; franklintn.gov/ parks.
Red, White and Zoo
This inaugural social event includes unlimited wine tastings from around the world while guests stroll the zoo’s trails. Enjoy food, live music, animal encounters and more. Adults. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $65 per person/$120 per couple (designated driver tickets are $20); 615-8331534 or nashvillezoo.org.
FREE Tales at Twilight Your family can enjoy a free geocaching adventure at Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary on Saturday, July 11. Williamson County Community Band Anniversary Concert
See “On Stages,” page 97.
Wed 8 Imagine Dragons
See “On Stages,” page 96.
FREE Water Day
Enjoy water fun with inflatables, games, music and more. All ages. Pinkerton Park, 405 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; franklintn.gov/ parks.
Thu 9
FREE Perform Murfreesboro Dance Class
This class focuses on choreography and necessary skills to pick up dance routines. Ages 7 - 17. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; free with membership ($25); 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Scrapbookers
Work on individual projects and win door prizes. Ages 18 and older. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; 615867-7244 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.
Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman
Fri 10
Family Night Out
Creative Zone: Make a Honky-Tonk Hanky
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor concert by The WannaBeatles. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 615-356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Drop in and make handkerchiefs using rhinestones, glitter, sequins, ribbons and more. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FREE Family Drive-In Movie Night
Enjoy an outdoor familyfriendly movie. All ages. New Life Church, 6111 Cayce Lane, Columbia; 7:30 p.m.; experiencenewlife.us.
Enjoy live music by Farmer Jason. All ages. Cumberland Park, 592 S. First St., Nashville; 7 p.m.; 615-862-8440 or nashville.gov/parks.
The Bacon Brothers
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Train
See “On Stages,” page 97.
FREE Festive Friday
Local bands perform and visitors can win prizes. All ages. RiverGate Mall, 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 6 - 8 p.m.; 615-859-3458 or rivergate-mall.com.
FREE Friday Night Movie
Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a family-friendly movie outdoors. All ages. Lawnchair Theatre, 4144 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 8 p.m.; 615870-8870 or jailhouseindustrys. com.
FREE Kidz Family Movie Night
Watch a family-friendly film. Ages 6 and older. First Wesleyan Church, 611 Shelby Ave., Nashville; 5:45 p.m.; 615-686-4786 or fwc-nashville. org.
Uncle Dave Macon Days
One of the Southeast’s premier festivals, national music and dance competitions take place for all ages along with heritage activities for kids, Southern food, local arts and crafts, trades demonstrations, storytelling, a historic photo exhibit and more. All ages. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 8 a.m.; $10 adults, free ages 11 and younger; 615-8932369 or uncledavemacondays. com.
Sat 11 FREE A-List Kids’ Night Out
Enjoy fun activities and an outdoor screening of a familyfriendly movie. All ages. The Avenue Murfreesboro, 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 6 p.m.; theavenuemurfreesboro.com.
FREE Animal Encounters
Learn about a native Tennessee animal during an up-close encounter. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. (please turn the page)
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All ages can have fun participating in The Glo Run with a safari theme on Saturday, July 11 at LP Field. Beat the Heat 5K
Participate in a 5K run or onemile kids fun run to help raise money for the Nashville Roller Girls’ travel team to compete in the 2015 Women’s Flat Track playoffs. All ages. Edwin Warner Park Shelter 9, Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 8 a.m.; $30 5K, $10 fun run; nashvillerollergirls.com.
FREE Big Band Dance
Take an introductory rumba lesson then dance to live music by The Merchants of Cool. All ages. Centennial Park Event Shelter, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 7 p.m.; 615-8628440 or nashville.gov/parks.
Bite Into a Healthy Lifestyle
Registered Dietician Rachel Bicker presents healthy food demonstrations. All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 11 a.m.; $8; 615-890-2300 or explorethedc.org.
FREE Brentwood Firefighter and Engine Visit
Learn what firefighters do and climb inside the firetruck’s cab. All ages. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 11 a.m.; 615371-0090, ext. 8290, or brentwood-tn.org/library.
Comic Book Show
Check out several vendors with comic books and action figures. Celebrity appearances include Ms. Yvonne from Pee Wee’s Playhouse, actors from The Walking Dead and “Bond Girl” Lana Wood. All ages. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $10; 615-5734537 or comiccitytn.com.
Dome Club
Experience the full-dome experience with “Cosmic Dance,” a show featuring the parallels between modern quantum physics, astrophysics and spiritual wisdom. All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 6 p.m.; $8; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci.org.
FREE Family Geocaching
Bring a picnic and participate in a GPS scavenger hunt. All ages. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; 615-370-4672 or owlshill.org.
Family Program: Songwriting 101 — Luke Bryan
Learn to write a country song in the style of Luke Bryan including form, rhyme scheme and imagery. Ages 7 and older. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222
Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 1 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
H.O.M.E. Bound Program Talent Show
This “Rutherford Has Talent” entertainment show raises money for the non-profit H.O.M.E. Bound Program. All ages. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 5 - 7 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 ages 9 and younger; 502-767-0347.
FREE Hot Rods and Hot Dogs
View classic cars and modified hot rods with concessions available. All ages. Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview; 7 - 9 p.m.; 615-799-9331, ext. 2315, or wcparksandrec.com.
Miles for Hope 5K
Participate in a race benefiting the Brain Tumor Alliance. All ages. Shelby Park, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 8 a.m.; $35; braintumoralliance.org.
Murder Mystery Excursion Train
Ride the rails to Watertown while experiencing a murder mystery play. Enjoy the Watertown Music Festival during the layover. All ages. Tennessee Central Railway
Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville; 4 p.m.; $21 - $75; 615-241-0436 or tcry.org.
FREE Nashville Pet Expo
Features a variety of pet vendors/exhibitors, prize giveaways, microchipping clinics, obedience demonstrations, seminars and more. All ages. Nashville Expo Center, 625 Smith Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; 800-977-3609 or nashvillepetexpo.com.
FREE Puppets on the Porch
Animal puppets teach kids about the daily lives and habitats of critters in the wild. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 3 p.m.; 615-217-3017.
Ranch Rodeo
Three major competitive events include wild cow milking, facsimile branding and trailer loading. Guests can participate in activities like sack races, horseback riding, apple bobbing, wheelbarrow races, a greased pig chase, mechanical bull rides and more. All ages. Tap Root Farm, 4099 Clovercroft Road, Franklin; 2:30 p.m.; $5 ages 4 and older, free ages 3 and younger (cash only); 615-594-3210 or taprootfarm.com.
Second Saturday
Enjoy after-hours planetarium and laser shows including “Skies Over Nashville” (7 p.m.), “Laser America” (8:30 p.m.), “Laser Michael Jackson” (9:30 p.m.) and “Electro Pop” (10:30 p.m.). All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; $6 members, $8 non-members per show; 615862-5160 or adventuresci.org.
FREE Second Saturday Outdoor Cinema Enjoy a screening of Coal Miner’s Daughter, starring Sissy Spacek, about country star Loretta Lynn’s rise to fame. All ages. Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Ave., Nashville; 8:30 p.m.; 615-383-9140 or belcourt.org.
Sensory Friendly Movie
Enjoy a screening of the new movie, Minions, without previews, softer sound and lights not as dim. Children are free to make noise and run around. All ages. NCG Cinema, 1035 Greensboro Drive, Gallatin; 10 a.m.; $6; 615-451-9500 or ncgmovies.com.
FREE Shakespeare Allowed
Participate in (or just listen to) a complete reading of Richard III. All ages. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 12 - 3 p.m.; nashvilleshakes.org. (please turn the page)
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Let’s Go to the Stardust Drive-In in Watertown Give your kids an authentic old-school experience they’ll love by taking ‘em to see a drive-in movie ... and little kids love going dressed in their PJs! The Stardust Drive-In Theatre in Watertown has two screens offering double features nightly — and they’re not old movies, either. You get the first run flicks here. On our recent visit, we saw the opening night of Jurassic World followed by Pitch Perfect 2. You can roll down your car windows, set your key to accessory mode and turn on your FM dial to tune into the movie’s crystal clear sound, or do like a lot of families and bring a portable radio, lawn chairs or inflatable mattresses for relaxing behind your auto. It’s fun to feel the summer breeze while watching a movie on an outdoor screen against the backdrop of a starry sky and occasional twinkling of fireflies! Here’s the inside scoop: Get there early! The ticket booth opens at 6 p.m., and cars start lining up by 4 p.m. Regular passenger cars get the first four rows, and staff assigns larger vehicles to rows farther behind. The first movie starts at 8:30 p.m., so bring something fun to do to pass the time. Frisbees and Nerf footballs are good options, or bring along a family game. The Stardust has a yummy concession stand with reasonable prices (an extra large tub of popcorn is $5, and you can also get made-to-order burgers, pizza, sandwiches, corn dogs, candy and soft drinks). The line gets long, which is another good reason to be there early. You can bring your own food and drinks (no alcohol, grills or cooking equipment) for a $6 fee at the gate. Aside from the actual nostalgic experience itself, our favorite thing about the Stardust is the price. It’s only $7.50 per adult, $6 ages 6 - 11, free ages 5 and younger. Remember, you’re getting two movies for that price! The Stardust is located at 310 Purple Tiger Drive, Watertown. Call 615-237-0077 or visit stardustdrivein.com. — Chad Young
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More Nearby Outdoor Screens Higgins Moonlite Drive-In 931 W. Main St., Woodbury 615-563-7900 themoonlite.com Gates open at 6:30 p.m. $7 adults, $5 children Macon Drive-In 3570 Scottsville Road, Lafayette 615-666-4411 macondrive-in.com Gates open at 6 p.m. $6 ages 10 and older, $3 ages 6 - 9, free ages 5 and younger (cash only) Pink Cadillac Drive-In 2506 Hwy. 100 E., Centerville 931-729-2386 facebook.com/PinkCadillacDriveInTheater Gates open at 7 p.m. $9 adults, free ages 12 and younger
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Uncle Dave Macon Days
One of the Southeast’s premier festivals, national music and dance competitions take place for all ages along with heritage activities for kids, Southern food, local arts and crafts, trades demonstrations, storytelling, a historic photo exhibit and more. All ages. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 8 a.m.; $5 adults, free ages 11 and younger; 615-893-2369 or uncledavemacondays.com.
FREE Vintage Baseball Wrestling excitement comes to town during the WWE Live Summerslam Heatwave Tour at Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, July 12. Speedway Nashville Racing
Enjoy an evening of auto racing. All ages. Nashville Speedway, 625 Smith Ave., Nashville; 5 p.m.; $10 - $30 adults, $5 ages 6 - 12; 615-254-1986 or fairgroundsspeedwaynashville. com.
FREE Summer Saturdays: Horsing Around
Explore Tennessee farm life through activities like wagon rides, stick horse races, horse encounters, music and more. All ages. Tennessee Agricultural Museum, 400 Hogan Road, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 615-837-5197 or tnagmuseum. org.
The Glo Run
Participate in this glow-in-thedark 5K run/walk with a safari world theme. A DJ plays and costume contest follows. All ages. LP Field, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 8:45 p.m.; $50; theglorun.com/nashville/index. html.
Uncle Dave Macon Days
One of the Southeast’s premier festivals, national music and dance competitions take place for all ages along with heritage activities for kids, Southern food, local arts and crafts, trades demonstrations, storytelling, a historic photo exhibit and more.
All ages. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 8 a.m.; $10 adults, free ages 11 and younger; 615-8932369 or uncledavemacondays. com.
WWE Live Summerslam Heatwave Tour
A night of World Wrestling Entertainment featuring Seth Rollns, Dean Ambrose, Sheamus, Bray Wyatt and more. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $18.20 - $109.50; 615-770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.
Sun 12 Fallout Boy & Wiz Khalifa
See “On Stages,” page 95.
for KING & COUNTRY See “On Stages,” page 95.
FREE Make Letterpress Art with Hatch Show Print Get creative by making prints while exploring old-school letterpress art making. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 12, 1 and 2 p.m.; 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FREE Summer Kids Movie Matinee
Bring blankets and pillows for a screening of Raiders of the Lost Ark (rated PG). Bring at least two cans of food to be entered in a prize drawing. All ages. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.; 615371-0090, ext. 8290, or brentwood-tn.org/library.
During this double-header, enjoy 1860s-style baseball when the Highland Rim Distillers challenge the Franklin Farriers at 12 p.m. followed by Stewart’s Creek Scouts vs. Oak Hill Travellers at 2:30 p.m. All ages. Carnton Plantation, 1345 Eastern Flank Cir., Franklin; 12 p.m.; tennesseevintagebaseball.com.
Mon 13 Barenaked Ladies
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Early Explorers
Visit the preschool area for breakfast, see a planetarium show, then enjoy a storytime activity. Ages 3 - 5. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 ages 5 and younger; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci.org.
Tue 14 FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry
Experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Sundays LIVE! The Making of a President
Meet Judge John Overton to hear about his close friendship with Andrew Jackson and how they won the presidency. All ages. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; 12 5 p.m.; free with gate admission ($20 adults, $15 students, $10 children); 615-889-2941 or thehermitage.com.
See a sensory-friendly screening of the new movie, Minions, at NCG Theater in Gallatin on Saturday, July 11.
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FREE Trail Worms
Learn about fish and rivers through a walk, crafts, stories and songs. All ages. Old Fort Park Trailhead, 410 Overall St., Murfreesboro; 10 - 11 a.m.; 615-893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Wed 15 FREE Flick N Float
Bring a float for the pool or a blanket for poolside and enjoy an outdoor family-friendly movie. All ages. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 7:30 p.m.; 615-895-5040 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry
Kids can experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow/animation puppets and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Thu 16 Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Creative Zone: Puppet Making
Make a puppet in the form of your favorite music artist, friend or pet. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Family Night Out
Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor concert by Mr. Steve, The Music Man. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7
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Enjoy inflatable slides and other fun activities during the annual Bethlehem Fish Fry on Friday, July 17. ages 3 - 17); 615-356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
FREE Perform Murfreesboro Dance Class
This class focuses on choreography and necessary skills to pick up dance routines. Ages 7 - 17. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; free with membership ($25); 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Scrapbookers
Work on individual projects and win door prizes. Ages 18 and older. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; 615867-7244 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.
FREE Splash Out!
Cool off under the spray from the Murfreesboro Fire Department. Ages 12 and younger. Old Fort Park
Pavilion 1, 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 3 p.m.; 615-893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry
Murphy Center at MTSU, 2650 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $7; murfreesboroantiqueshow. com.
FREE American Arts Festival
Kids can experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow/animation puppets and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Bring blankets or lawn chairs for film screenings geared toward Nashville natives that are rated G through PG-13. All ages. Shelby Park Event Field, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.; nashville.is.
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Enjoy all-you-can-eat farmraised catfish, live bluegrass music, kids’ activities and more. All ages. Bethlehem United Methodist Church, 2419 Bethlehem Loop Road, Franklin; 4:30 - 8 p.m.; $10 adults in advance/$13 day of event, $6 ages 3 - 10; 615-794-6721 or bethlehemumc.com.
48th Annual Murfreesboro Antique Show
This longstanding Murfreesboro tradition attracts some of the finest antique dealers from across the country. All ages.
American Idol Live
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Bethlehem Fish Fry
Creative Zone: Puppet Making
Make a puppet in the form of your favorite music artist, friend or pet. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FAB Beatles Revue
See “On Stages,” page 95.
FREE Friday Night Movie
Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a family-friendly movie outdoors. All ages. Lawnchair Theatre, 4144 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 8 p.m.; 615870-8870 or jailhouseindustrys. com.
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Pickin’ a Berry Good Time! CHEATHAM COUNTY D&D Teaching Farm 1811 Tula Place, Pleasant View 731-697-3022 Blackberries, blueberries No. 9 Farms 1403 Marrowbone Road Ashland City 615-545-0925 Raspberries The Little Family Farm 1247 Charlie Reed Road Chapmansboro 615-307-3559 Blackberries, blueberries DICKSON COUNTY Four Valley Farm 1401 Old Number One Road Dickson 615-763-6324 Blueberries Grandpa’s Blackberry Patch 3640 Hwy. 47, Charlotte 615-952-9050 Blackberries
ROBERTSON COUNTY Adams Garden 7254 Hwy. 41, Cedar Hill 615-696-2652 Blackberries, blueberries raspberries The Orchard at Cross Plains 6900 Blackberry Lane Cross Plains 615-654-9227 Blackberries Woodall’s Farm 4452 Kinneys School Road Cedar Hill 615-513-4439 Blueberries RUTHERFORD COUNTY Andrews Berry Farm 6363 Cooks Lane, Smyrna 615-459-3343 Blackberries The Blueberry Patch 5942 W. Gum Road Murfreesboro 615-893-7940 Blueberries
Summer’s in full swing, and the smell and taste of freshly picked berries can’t be beat. You and your kids can have a blast picking your own blackberries, blueberries and raspberries. The harvesting season for these fine fruits is July - August, and here’s a list of pick-your-own farms in Middle Tennessee. Call ahead to make sure there’s plenty to pick. Prices vary by the pound. SUMNER COUNTY Bottom View Farm 185 Wilkerson Lane, Portland 615-325-7017 bottomviewfarm.com Blackberries, blueberries, raspberries Bradley Kountry Acres 650 Jake Link Road, Cottontown 615-325-2836 bradleykountryacres.com Blackberries Mary K’s Garden 141 Bush’s Lane, Gallatin 615-806-0653 Blackberries WILLIAMSON COUNTY Boyd Mill Farm 3395 Blazer Road, Franklin 615-794-3867 boydmillfarm.com Blackberries
Golden Bell Farm 4080 Clovercroft Road, Franklin 615-794-3758 goldenbellfarm.com Blueberries WILSON COUNTY Berries on the Bend 723 Cairo Bend Road, Lebanon 615-456-8673 Blackberries, blueberries Circle S Farms 1627 Old Laguardo Road E. Lebanon 615-405-6860 tncirclesfarms.com Blackberries, blueberries Kelley’s Berry Farm 50 Riverview Estates Lane Castalian Springs 615-633-1426 Blackberries, blueberries S&S Berry Farm 4515 Central Pike, Hermitage 615-758-3031 Blackberries
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My So-Called Band & Guilty Pleasures See “On Stages,” page 96.
FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry
Kids can experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow/animation puppets and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame
and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FREE Third Friday Night Concert
FREE Tales at Twilight
Sat 18
Nashville Ballet presents a family performance of Ferdinand the Bull. All ages. Cumberland Park, 592 S. First St., Nashville; 7 p.m.; 615-862-8440 or nashville.gov/parks.
See “On Stages,” page 97.
48th Annual Murfreesboro Antique Show This longstanding Murfreesboro tradition attracts some of the finest antique dealers from across the country. All ages. Murphy Center at MTSU, 2650 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $7; murfreesboroantiqueshow.com.
FREE American Arts Festival
Bring blankets or lawn chairs for film screenings geared toward Nashville natives that are rated G through PG-13. All ages. Shelby Park Event Field, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 6 - 11 p.m.; nashville.is.
EXPERIENCE NASHVILLE: Identity: An Exhibition of You Ages: 8+
K
ids can have fun discovering what makes them tick by exploring the exhibit, Identity: An Exhibition of You, at Adventure Science Center (ASC) through Monday, Sept. 7. Kids can explore three distinct areas of themselves: physical, psychological and social. Several interactive stations make the learning fun. Are you an introvert or extrovert? Do you think more like a boy or a girl? What does your like or dislike of certain scents say about your likeliness to enjoy new experiences? Kids will get the answers to these questions and more. A lot of the exhibit focuses on the brain and how it reacts in different situations. Learn how boy and girl brains form differently in the womb and how chemicals in the brain help us deal with stress. You’ll also discover what happens if different areas of the brain suffer damage. The genetic traits section is fun for kids to explore facial symmetry, fingerprint patterns and more. ASC is open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission is $14 adults, $11 ages 2 - 12. Call 615-862-5160 or visit adventuresci. org. — Chad Young
FREE Animal Encounters
Learn about a native Tennessee animal during an up-close encounter. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Big Band Dance
Take an introductory salsa lesson then dance to live music by The Paul Ross Orchestra. All ages. Centennial Park Event Shelter, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 7 p.m.; 615-8628440 or nashville.gov/parks.
Family Program: Cool Cars and Drivable Designs
Examine the museum’s car collection then create your own customized car design. Ages 5 and older. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 1 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Kids can sink their teeth into a natural treat during the Watermelon Festival at Lucky Ladd Farms on Saturday, July 18. FREE Murfreesboro Bird Club Hike
Embark on a hike while searching for summer migrants and Tennessee’s resident birds. Ages 6 and older. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Puppets on the Porch
Animal puppets teach kids about the daily lives and habitats of critters in the wild. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 3 p.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Roller Derby
Cheer for the Nashville RollerGirls during a double header against Red River Sirens. All ages. Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Ave. N., Nashville; 5:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 students, $7 ages 7 - 12, free ages 6 and younger; nashvillerollergirls.com.
Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Omaha Storm Chasers. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-6904487 or nashvillesounds.com.
FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry Kids can experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow/animation puppets and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Studio Tenn’s One Night Only
This fundraiser for Studio Tenn’s sixth season features an open bar, heavy hors d’ouvres, silent auction, live music and entertainment. Adults. The Factory’s Liberty Hall, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; 6 p.m.; $150 - $437.50; studiotenn. com.
FREE Summer Saturdays: Old MacDonald’s Farm
Explore Tennessee farm life through activities like miniature donkey rides, weaving on the loom, storytelling, music, old-time demonstrations, a pig snorting contest and more. All ages. Tennessee Agricultural Museum, 400 Hogan Road, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 615-837-5197 or tnagmuseum. org.
Mandy Barnett
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Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in marionette form as part of String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum July 14 - 18 and 21 - 25.
Watermelon Festival
Enjoy a day on the farm and free slices of watermelon. Participate in contests for prizes, cool off in the Splash Zone featuring a new splash pad, bubble blast pool and inflatable slides, plus more than 70 activities. All ages. Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $13 adults, $11 ages 2 - 12; 615-274-3786 or luckyladdfarms.com.
Watermelon Fun Run
Choose how far you “race” around the Nashville Speedway track whether you run, walk, stroll or roll in a wheelchair. Enjoy country and Christian music as well during this benefit for local homeless people. All ages. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Ave., Nashville; 8 a.m. - 12
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p.m.; $25; 615-719-9478 or watermelonfunrun.org.
Sun 19 FREE Artful Tales: “Red, Purple, Gold: Yes, Please!”
Listen and play along as an artrelated story comes to life, then head to the studio to create a hat in celebration of the Italian Style exhibit. Ages 3 and older. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 2 - 3 p.m.; 615-244-3340 or fristcenter.org.
Creative Zone: Make a Honky-Tonk Hanky
Drop in and make handkerchiefs using rhinestones, glitter, sequins, ribbons and more. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum,
222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FREE Jazz on the Cumberland
See “On Stages,” page 96.
Kate Pierson
See “On Stages,” page 96.
La Dolce Vita
Enjoy an evening of wine, food, live music and Italian literature readings. Adults. Green Door Gourmet, 7011 River Road Pike, Nashville; 5:30 p.m.; $95 ($40 performance only); 615-942-7169 or greendoorgourmet.com.
See & Sing The Wizard of Oz
Join members of Nashville Opera and dress as your favorite character to watch a screening of the beloved 1939 movie and sing along with every song with the aid of subtitles. All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 1:30 and 6:30 p.m.; $15 - $20; 615-832-5242 or franklintheatre.com.
Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Omaha Storm Chasers. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-6904487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Sundae Sunday
In honor of National Ice Cream Day, enjoy a sundae party.
All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 - 7 p.m.; $8; 615-890-2300 or explorethedc.org.
Sundays LIVE! Secessionists and Sightseers: Civil War at the Hermitage
A costumed interpreter will discuss the Union and Confederate soldiers’ experiences and demonstrate their clothing, food and weapons. All ages. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; 12 - 5 p.m.; free with gate admission ($20 adults, $15 students, $10 children); 615-889-2941 or thehermitage.com.
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Early Explorers
Fifth Harmony
Visit the preschool area for breakfast, see a planetarium show, then enjoy a storytime activity. Ages 3 - 5. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 ages 5 and younger; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci.org.
See “On Stages,” page 95.
FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry Kids can experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow/animation puppets
and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FREE Trail Worms
Learn how wild critters use camouflage and enjoy a walk, craft, stories and songs. All ages. Old Fort Park Trailhead, 410 Overall St., Murfreesboro; 10 - 11 a.m.; 615-893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Wed 22 Rob Thomas
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FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry
EXPERIENCE RUTHERFORD:
Gregory Mill Park Splash Pad All ages
T
he best part of this little gated activity? It’s FREE! My kids absolutely love the rings that you walk through. And who doesn’t love a good water gun fight? There are two mounted spray guns you can point at your opponent, but they can’t be turned all the way around ... the water shuts off for the purpose of you to only squirt your facing opponent. There are also little buckets that dump water on you. You can watch your kids stand there in anticipation of the big splash and giggle when it happens. There are also restrooms available, plenty of parking and a lifeguard on duty. There are no food, drinks or toys allowed on the splash pad, but you can pack a picnic and sit on the grass or one of the available picnic tables. The park is located at 390 Enon Springs Road E., Smyrna. Hours are Mon - Thu 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., Fri - Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. You can reserve this splash pad as well, but only during the hours before it opens to the public. Call 615-459-9773 or visit townofsmyrna.org. — Kiera Ashford
Kids can experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow/animation puppets and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Thu 23 Creative Zone: Puppet Making
Make a puppet in the form of your favorite music artist, friend or pet. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Family Night Out
The Nashville Public Library Puppet Truck presents an outdoor performance of Anansi the Spider. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14
adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 615356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Davidson St., Nashville; 6 - 11 p.m.; nashville.is.
FREE Nature Play Day
Creative Zone: Puppet Making
Build a fort, play in water and have fun getting dirty. Activities include mud painting, clay sculpting, chalk art and more. Ages 1 and older with a parent. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Perform Murfreesboro Dance Class
This class focuses on choreography and necessary skills to pick up dance routines. Ages 7 - 17. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; free with membership ($25); 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry
Kids can experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow/animation puppets and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Thursday Night Things: Stephanie Pruitt
Poet and social practice artist Stephanie Pruitt presents “em•bod•i•ment: Poetry Through the Five Senses,” taking audiences on a multisensory tour of the inside of her poem, “Close Reading.” All ages. OZ, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville; 6 - 9 p.m.; $15; 615-350-7200 or ozartsnashville.com.
Fri 24 FREE American Arts Festival
Bring blankets or lawn chairs for film screenings geared toward Nashville natives that are rated G through PG-13. All ages. Shelby Park Event Field, 1900
Make a puppet in the form of your favorite music artist, friend or pet. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FREE Friday Night Movie
Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a family-friendly movie outdoors. All ages. Lawnchair Theatre, 4144 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 8 p.m.; 615870-8870 or jailhouseindustrys. com.
FREE Fun Run
Runners and walkers can participate in an evening run. All ages. Gateway Island and Trail, 1875 W. College St., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; 615890-5333 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.
FREE Kidz Family Movie Night
Watch a family-friendly film. Ages 6 and older. First Wesleyan Church, 611 Shelby Ave., Nashville; 5:45 p.m.; 615-686-4786 or fwc-nashville. org.
Madison Train Show
View operating model trains, browse/shop a variety of train vendors, win door prizes and more. All ages. City Road Chapel UMC, 701 Gallatin Pike S., Nashville; 3 - 6 p.m.; $7 adults, $4 ages 4 - 12; 615-612-3324.
FREE Star Party
Join staff and astronomers from Adventure Science Center to see the moon, planets and other celestial sights through telescopes. All ages. Bowie Nature Park, Bowie Lake Road, Fairview; 8:30 - 10:30 p.m.; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci. org/starparty.
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See animals enjoying their frozen counterparts during Ice Day at Nashville Zoo on Saturday, July 25. Starlight Jam
See “On Stages,” page 96.
FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry
Kids can experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow/animation puppets and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FREE Tales at Twilight
The Nashville Library Puppet Truck presents The Frog Prince. All ages. Cumberland Park, 592 S. First St., Nashville; 7 p.m.; 615-862-8440 or nashville.gov/parks.
Sat 25 A Fashion Affair 2015: Swimsuit Edition A Vintage Affair hosts this event featuring men’s and women’s swimsuit fashions benefiting nonprofits in Williamson County. All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $40 - $50; 615-538-2076 or franklintheatre.com.
FREE American Arts Festival
Bring blankets or lawn chairs for film screenings geared toward Nashville natives that are rated G through PG-13. All ages. Shelby Park Event Field, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 6 - 11 p.m.; nashville.is.
FREE Animal Encounters
Learn about a native Tennessee animal during an up-close encounter. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697
Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Big Band Dance
Take an introductory cha-cha lesson then dance to live music by The Jazz Alliance. All ages. Centennial Park Event Shelter, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 7 p.m.; 615-8628440 or nashville.gov/parks.
Bluebird on the Mountain
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Family Program: Bluegrass Basics
Casey Campbell and friends provide an animated, brief history of bluegrass music. Learn about the artists and instruments that created this sound, and sing along to a few of the bluegrass standards. Ages 5 and older. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 1
p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
admission ($15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12); 615-833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.
FREE Fourth Annual Superhero Day
Allison Estes reads and signs her new picture book, Izzy & Oscar, about a little girl who adopts a stray octopus. The event includes free refreshments and kids’ activities. All ages. Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville; 2 p.m.; 615-953-2243 or parnassusbooks.net.
Enjoy a day of superhero fun including complimentary comic books, prizes, games, face painting, food, costume contests and more. All ages. The Academy, 151 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 615-824-1159 or academychilddevelopment. com/special.
Ice Day
Chill out at the zoo with an ice cream eating contest, inflatable water slides, make-your-own ice treat stations and more. See the animals enjoy cold treats and ice sculptures as well. All ages. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; free with zoo
FREE Kids’ Author Event
FREE Kidz Family Movie Night
Watch a family-friendly film. Ages 6 and older. First Wesleyan Church, 611 Shelby Ave., Nashville; 5:45 p.m.; 615-686-4786 or fwc-nashville. org.
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Madison Train Show
View operating model trains and exhibits, browse/shop a variety of train vendors, win door prizes and more. All ages. City Road Chapel United Methodist Church, 701 Gallatin Pike S., Nashville; 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $7 adults, $4 ages 4 12; 615-612-3324.
Music City Brewer’s Fest
This craft beer festival features more than 40 brews from local, regional, national and import breweries along with food and live music. Ages 21 and older. Walk of Fame Park, Demonbreun St., Nashville; Session A is from 12 - 4 p.m., Session B is from 6 - 10 p.m.; $39 (Session A), $59 (Sesson B); musiccitybrewersfest.com.
Nashville Rib and Jazz Festival
Enjoy a day of live jazz music featuring several acts and food. All ages. Cumberland Park, 592 S. First St., Nashville; 3 - 9 p.m.; $30 adults, $10 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger; musicfestival.city.
FREE National Dance Day with Nashville Ballet
Participate in sample dance classes and learn choreography from the reality show So You Think You Can Dance. All ages. The Martin Center for Nashville Ballet, 3630 Redmon St., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; 615-297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.
FREE Puppets on the Porch
Animal puppets teach kids about the daily lives and habitats of critters in the wild. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 3 p.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Ray of Hope Back-to-School Expo
Discover educational, community and after-school resources, get health screenings, play on inflatables, have fun with arts and crafts, and get free backpacks with school supplies.
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Kids can meet their powerful pals during the Fourth Annual Superhero Day at The Academy in Hendersvonille on Saturday, July 25. All ages. Glenn Elementary School, 322 Cleveland St., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 615-227-4110, ext. 30, or rayofhopenashville.org.
FREE Summer Saturdays: Goats Galore
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the New Orleans Zephyrs. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Explore Tennessee farm life through activities like goat milking and feeding, petting baby goats, old-time demonstrations including sheep shearing, a scavenger hunt and more. All ages. Tennessee Agricultural Museum, 400 Hogan Road, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 615-837-5197 or tnagmuseum.org.
FREE String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry
Williamson County Animal Center Pet Adoption Mobile
Sounds Baseball
Kids can experience the history of country music during this puppet show featuring marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow/animation puppets and changing sets. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Stop by the adoption mobile featuring dogs and cats in need of forever homes. Adoption price includes spay/neuter fee. All ages. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $85; 615-371-0090, ext. 8290, or brentwood-tn.org/ library.
FREE Williamson County Community Band
See “On Stages,” page 97.
FREE Williamson County Schools Backto-School Infothon Representatives from all WCS departments will be on hand to answer questions and help families prepare for the upcoming school year along with student performances throughout the day. All ages. CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; wcs.edu.
Sun 26 Carnton Sunset Concert Series
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Creative Zone: Make a Honky-Tonk Hanky
Drop in and make handkerchiefs using rhinestones, glitter, sequins, ribbons and more. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Music City Triathlon
Choose sprint or intermediate distances during this run/ bike/swim event in downtown Nashville. All ages. LP Field, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 6 a.m.; $110 sprint, $160 intermediate; team-magic.com/ events/48.
Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the New Orleans Zephyrs. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Mon 27 Early Explorers
Visit the preschool area for breakfast, see a planetarium show, then enjoy a storytime activity. Ages 3 - 5. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 ages 5 and younger; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci.org.
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Thu 30 An Intimate Evening with Shirley MacLaine The legendary actress shares behind-the-scenes stories, an exclusive film screening of career highlights, a Q&A sessions and more. All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $49 - $89; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Family Night Out
Fifth Harmony performs at the Ryman Auditorium on Tuesday, July 21. Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the New Orleans Zephyrs. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Tue 28 FREE Author Reading
Mark Claypool, president and CEO of Educational Services of America, reads from his book, We’re in This Together: Public-Private Partnerships in Special and At-Risk Education. All ages. Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; 615-953-2243 or parnassusbooks.net.
Food Preservation Class
Learn freezing and canning techniques. A light dinner and one jar of canned goods included. All ages. Tap Root Farm, 4099 Clovercroft Road, Franklin; 5 - 9 p.m.; $65; 615594-3210 or taprootfarm.com.
FREE Perform Murfreesboro Orientation
Learn about Murfreesboro Parks and Rec’s Perform Murfreesboro with a tour of the theater and available opportunities. All ages. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6:15 6:45 p.m.; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE RiverGate Storytime
Join Ms. Katia, the children’s librarian from the Madison Public Library, for a story reading. Make it more fun by dressing as your favorite storybook character. Ages 5 and younger. RiverGate Mall, 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 11 a.m.; 615859-3458 or rivergate-mall. com.
Sounds Nashville
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Iowa Cubs. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
FREE Sunshine Players Audition
Kids can audition for While the Lights Were Out (production is Oct. 9 - 11), a theatrical thriller. Ages 12 - 17. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; Sunshine Players membership required ($25); 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Trail Worms
Learn about wiggly worms and enjoy a walk, crafts, stories and songs. All ages. Old Fort Park Trailhead, 410 Overall St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. 11 a.m.; 615-893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Wed 29 Sounds Nashville
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Iowa Cubs. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor concert by Cowboy Dan. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 615-356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
FREE Perform Murfreesboro Dance Class
This class focuses on choreography and necessary skills to pick up dance routines. Ages 7 - 17. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; free with membership ($25); 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Perform Murfreesboro Orientation
Learn about Murfreesboro Parks and Rec’s Perform Murfreesboro with a tour of the theater and available opportunities. All ages. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6:15 6:45 p.m.; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Sounds Nashville
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Iowa Cubs. All ages. First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $7 - $32; 615-690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
FREE Sunshine Players Audition
Kids can audition for While the Lights Were Out (production is Oct. 9 - 11), a theatrical thriller. Ages 12 - 17. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; Sunshine Players membership required ($25); 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Fri 31 Creative Zone: Make a Honky-Tonk Hanky
Drop in and make handkerchiefs using rhinestones, glitter, sequins, ribbons and more. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
End of Summer Luau
This luau-themed swim party includes food, crafts and more. Ages 7 - 13. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 10 p.m.; $5 in advance, $7 day of; 615-893-7439 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Friday Night Movie
Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a family-friendly movie outdoors. All ages. Lawnchair Theatre, 4144 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 8 p.m.; 615870-8870 or jailhouseindustrys. com.
Frist Fridays
See “On Stages,” page 95.
Shania Twain
See “On Stages,” page 96.
FREE Tales at Twilight
Enjoy an evening of jazz music for kids with Coal Train Railroad. All ages. Cumberland Park, 592 S. First St., Nashville; 7 p.m.; 615-862-8440 or nashville.gov/parks. (please turn the page)
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Music and theater this month!
music FREE All-Star Concert
Tuesday, July 2; All ages The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum hosts this outdoor street concert featuring John Carter Cash, Radney Foster, Kathy Mattea, Jeff Hanna, Michael Nesmith and more. Food trucks will be on site along with face painting and balloon artists for kids. Fifth Avenue South between Demonbreun Street and Korean Veterans Boulevard, Nashville; 5 p.m.; 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
America
Thursday, July 23; All ages A night of pop-rock music featuring hits like “A Horse with No Name” and “You Can Do Magic.” Presented without orchestra. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $29 - $89; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
American Idol Live
Friday, July 17; All ages Music by Clark, Jax, Nick, Rayvon and Tyanna with special guest Sarin-Joi Crowe. All ages. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $53.50 - $73.50; 615-8893060 or ryman.com.
The Bacon Brothers
July 10 - 11; All ages A night of rock music with actor Kevin Bacon and his brother. City Winery, 609 Lafayette St., Nashville; Fri 8 p.m., Sat 7:30 p.m.; $50 - $75; 615-3241010 or citywinery.com.
Barenaked Ladies
Monday, July 13; All ages A night of rock music. Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel, 4225 Whites Creek Pike, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $30 - $105; woodsamphitheater.com.
Imagine Dragons brings their Smoke + Mirrors Tour to Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, July 8. Bluebird on the Mountain
Saturday, July 25; All ages Enjoy a night of local singer/ songwriters performing outside. All ages. Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood; 8 - 10 p.m.; $120 per carload of eight; 800-745-3000 or dyer.vanderbilt.edu.
Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman
Every Thursday; All ages July 2: Del McCoury Band July 9: Hot Rize July 16: Dailey & Vincent July 23: Robert Earl Keen July 30: Ricky Skaggs Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $28; 615-889-3060 or ryman. com.
FREE Brown Bag Lunch Concert Series Thursdays, July 9 and 23 All ages Bring your lunch and enjoy live musical entertainment. Centennial Park Event Shelter, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; nashville.gov/parks.
Carnton Sunset Concert Series
Sunday, July 26; All ages Bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy live music by Vinyl Radio. All ages. Carnton Plantation, 1345 Eastern Flank Cir., Franklin; 6 - 8 p.m.; $10 in advance/$12 at the gate adults, $5 ages 6 - 12; battleoffranklintrust.org.
FAB Beatles Revue
Friday, July 17; All ages Enjoy a night of Fab Four music by a tribute band. All ages. 3rd and Lindsley, 818 Third Ave. S., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $10; 615259-9891 or 3rdandlindsley. com.
Fallout Boy & Wiz Khalifa
Sunday, July 12; All ages A night of hip-hop, rap and pop with special guest Hoodie Allen. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $25 - $65; 615-770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.
Fifth Harmony
Tuesday, July 21; All ages Enjoy a night of dance pop music with guests Debby Ryan + The Never Ending, Natalie LaRose and Bea Miller. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $39.50 - $59.50; 615-889-3060 or ryman.com.
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Sunday, July 12; All ages A night of Christian pop music. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $22 - $32; 615-889-3060 or ryman.com.
FREE Friday Night Live Concert Series Friday, July 3; All ages Bring lawn chairs and enjoy music from local bands. Public Square, Murfreesboro; 6:30 9:30 p.m.; 615-895-1887 or downtownmurfreesboro.com.
6 - 9 p.m.; $12 adults, free ages 18 and younger; 615244-3340 or fristcenter.org.
Full Moon Pickin’ Party
Friday, July 31; All ages Enjoy a night of bluegrass music under the light of the full moon featuring Grasstime, Lillie Syracuse and The GrasStains. Percy Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $20 adults in advance/$25 at the gate, $10 ages 7 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 615-3708053 or friendsofwarnerparks. com.
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Friday, July 3; All ages Enjoy a night of original hits along with patriotic favorites in the big band style. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $45 - $65; 615-5382076 or franklintheatre.com.
Frist Friday
Friday, July 31; All ages The Long Players perform David Bowie’s “Ziggy Stardust.” All ages. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; (please turn the page)
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Grand Ole Opry
Tue, Fri & Sat; All ages Enjoy classic and country artists performing together live. Grand Ole Opry House, 2804 Opryland Drive, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $46.50 - $58.50; 800-7336779 or opry.com.
Imagine Dragons
Wednesday, July 8; All ages A night of rock music with guests Metric and Halsey. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $35 - $55; 615-7702000 or bridgestonearena.com.
FREE Jazz on the Cumberland
Sunday, July 19; All ages Enjoy an afternoon of live jazz music. Cumberland Park, 592 S. First St., Nashville; 5:30 - 8 p.m.; 615-862-8440 or nashville.gov/parks.
Kate Pierson
Sunday, July 19; All ages A night of rock music. City Winery, 609 Lafayette St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $40 - $50; 615-324-1010 or citywinery. com.
A little girl enjoys playing along with a bluegrass band during the Full Moon Pickin’ Party at Warner Park. This month’s outing is on Friday, July 31. FREE Music in the Grove
Outcry Tour
Saturday, July 25; All ages Enjoy soul/gospel music by Jason Eskridge and bluegrass by Fireball Mail. East Brentwood Presbyterian Church, 9000 Concord Road, Brentwood; 3 - 6 p.m.; 615-370-4227 or eastbrentwoodpc.com.
Thursday, July 30; All ages A night of music by Christian artists and worship leaders, including Hillsong United, Bethel Music, DJ Promote and more. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $25 - $100; 615-770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.
Friday, July 31; All ages Mickey Dolenz and Peter Tork play favorite hits from the ‘60s like “I’m a Believer” and “Last Train to Clarksville.” Presented without orchestra. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $39 - $109; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
FREE Music in the Vines
FREE A Prelude to the 4th
Music City Roots
My So-Called Band & Guilty Pleasures
Mandy Barnett
Saturday, July 18; All ages A night of country and pop music. 3rd and Lindsley, 818 Third Ave. S., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $20; 615-259-9891 or 3rdandlindsley.com.
The Monkees
Every Wednesday; All ages Jim Lauderdale hosts this evening of live music featuring bands of different genres. Liberty Hall at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; 7 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 students; musiccityroots. com.
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Fri - Sun in July; All ages Bring a picnic and enjoy live outdoor jazz music by local bands. Arrington Vineyards, 6211 Patton Road, Arrington; Fri - Sat 5 - 9 p.m., Sun 2 6 p.m.; 615-395-0102 or arringtonvineyards.com.
Friday, July 17; All ages Two of Nashville’s top tribute bands — along with a strings section — perform hits from the ‘80s and ‘90s. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $25; 615-687-6400 or nashvilesymphony.org.
Friday, July 3; All ages Southern rockers The Weeks headline a night of music that also features singer/songwriter/ pianist Gabe Dixon, singer/ songwriter Elise Davis and DJ DU. Jack Daniels Main Stage at Riverfront Park, 100 First Ave. N., Nashville; 4 p.m.; visitmusiccity.com/july4th.
R5
Thursday, July 30; All ages A night of pop rock music with special guests Jacob Whitesides and Ryland. Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel, 4225 Whites Creek Pike, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $40 - $60; woodsamphitheater.com.
Rob Thomas
Wednesday, July 22; All ages A night of pop/rock music with special guest Plain White T’s. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $60 - $90; 615-889-3060 or ryman.com.
FREE Second Saturday at Fiddler’s Grove
Saturday, July 11; All ages Enjoy live bluegrass music by Sugar Ridge. All ages. Fiddler’s Grove, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon; 6 - 9 p.m.; 615-4432626 or fiddlersgrove.org.
Shania Twain
Friday, July 31; All ages A night of country pop music. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $46 - $136; 615-770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.
Songwriters Night at Rock Castle Saturday, July 11; All ages Bring a picnic (or purchase eats from local food trucks) and enjoy live music from local artists. Historic Rock Castle, 139 Rock Castle
Lane, Hendersonville; 5 p.m.; $5 adults, free ages 12 and younger; 615-824-0502 or historicrockcastle.com.
Starlight Jam
Friday, July 24; All ages Enjoy an evening of Americana and bluegrass music featuring The Howlin’ Brothers. Bowie Nature Park, Bowie Lake Road, Fairview; 7 - 10 p.m.; $5 suggested donation; 615-7994136 or bowiepark.org.
A Star-Spangled Evening
Friday, July 3; All ages The Nashville Symphony performs an evening of American classics and patriotic tunes with works by Gershwin, Barber, Copland and more. The evening concludes with Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture.” Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $22 - $79; 615-6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
The Texas Tenors
Thursday, July 2; All ages The Texas Tenors join the Nashville Symphony for a
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night of classical, standards and country hits. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $17 - $89; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
FREE Third Friday Night Concert Series
Friday, July 17; All ages Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a night of live music and dancing. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; 615890-5333 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Train
Friday, July 10; All ages A night of rock music with special guests The Fray and Matt Nathanson. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $29.50 $79.50; 615-770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.
Vans Warped Tour
Wednesday, July 1; All ages Dozens of rock bands play on 10 different stages, along with comedians, poets and spoken word artists. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, Smith Ave., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; $47.50; vanswarpedtour.com.
FREE Williamson County Community Band
Saturday, July 25; All ages Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a night of music featuring marches, show tunes, patriotic favorites, jazz melodies and more. Aspen Grove Park, 3200 Aspen Grove Drive, Franklin; 6:30 p.m.; 615302-0971, ext. 2216, or wcparksandrec.com.
Williamson County Community Band Anniversary Concert
Tuesday, July 7; All ages Marking its 15 season, the Williamson County Community Band performs music from classics to big band with the dance floor open all evening. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 7 p.m.; $15 - $20; 615-538-2076 or franklintheatre.com.
theater The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Through Saturday, July 11 Ages 8 and older Encore Theatre Company, 6978 Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet; Fri Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m. (no shows July 4 weekend); $15; 615-598-8950 or encoretheatre-company.org.
ALIEN: The Musical
July 23 - 26 Ages 12 and older The Arts at Center Street at TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $20 - $57; 615-782-4040 or tpac.org.
All Shook Up
July 23 - Aug. 30 Ages 10 and older Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Thu - Sat 6 - 7:30 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. show, Sun 12 - 1:30 p.m. lunch, 2 p.m. show; $60 adults, $40 ages 13 - 18, $30 ages 12 and younger; dinnertheatre.com.
Avenue Q
July 10 - 19 Ages 16 and older (mature content) Murfreesboro Little Theatre, 702 Ewing Blvd., Murfreesboro; Fri - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 students; 615-8939825 or mltarts.com.
Bring it On the Musical
July 10 - 25 Ages 13 and older The Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $15; 615563-2787 or artscenterofcc. com.
Footloose
Through Saturday, July 11 Ages 12 and older Towne Centre Theatre, 136 Frierson St., Brentwood; Thu Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.;
$20 adults, $16 students; townecentretheatre.com.
Legally Blonde the Musical
July 31 - Aug. 2 Ages 12 and older Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville; Fri Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $12; 615-252-4675 or nashvillect. org.
Nobody’s Perfect
Through Sunday, July 19 Ages 12 and older Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Thu - Sat 6 - 7:30 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. show, Sun 12 - 1:30 p.m. lunch, 2 p.m. show; $60 adults, $40 ages 13 - 18, $30 ages 12 and younger; dinnertheatre.com.
Play On!
July 17 - Aug. 2; All ages Lakewood Theatre, 2211 Old Hickory Blvd., Old Hickory; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $14 adults, $10 students; 615-847-0934 or lakewoodtheatreco.com.
The Sound of Music
July 16 - 18; All ages Act Too Players at the Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; Thu - Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 and 7 p.m.; $13 - $25; 615-5382076 or franklintheatre.com.
West Side Story
July 17 - Aug. 2 Ages 10 and older Center for the Arts, 110 W. College St., Murfreesboro; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $15.50 adults, $13.50 students, $11.50 children; 615904-2787 or boroarts.org.
Where Did I Go Wrong?
Saturday, July 11 Ages 12 and older Grace Entertainment at TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $32; 615-782-4040 or tpac.org.
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EXPERIENCE NASHVILLE
New Ryman Auditorium Tour Ages 6+
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ashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium recently got a $14 million expansion that comes with a brand new self-guided tour experience that’s chock full of fascinating history of Music City’s iconic landmark dating back to the 1880s. The tour starts with “Soul of Nashville,” a state-of-the-art theater experience narrated by an actress portraying Lula C. Naff, the businesswoman who’s management made the Ryman a success. The theater surrounds you with moving images on multiple projectors with sound that puts you in the center of the show. The show covers a lot of Ryman history, including its growth to become the “Motherchurch of Country Music” as well as its near demise after the Grand Ole Opry moved into its new house in 1974. You might find it fun to learn some of the names who’ve performed on the Ryman stage back in its early days. They include W.C. Fields, Houdini, John Philp Sousa, Mae West, Charlie Chaplin, Hellen Keller, Ziefeld Follies, Al Jolson, Bob Hope and more. Next, you’ll head to the Ryman’s balcony and main floor to see exhibits with artifacts that include costumes and instruments from country music royalty. Along the way, celebrities including Trisha Yearwood, Nicole Kidman and Chip Esten appear on video monitors to further the story. Don’t forget to hop up on the stage for a photo op! Allot about one hour for the tour. It’s available 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily for $20 adults, $15 ages 4 - 11. For an extra $7.50, you can add the guided backstage experience and see the ornately decorated dressing rooms. If you’re hungry, stop into the new Cafe Lula featuring sandwiches, sides and salads. Call 615-8893060 or visit ryman.com. — Chad Young
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Exploring Plensa’s
Human Landscape with Kids By Chad Young
Spanish artist Jaume Plensa’s larger-than-life Human Landscape exhibit at Cheekwood and the Frist Center invites thoughtful interaction among kids and adults.
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ne of the many things so wonderful about visual art is the way each individual sees it, interprets it and experiences it no matter your age. Spanish artist Jaume Plensa’s spectacular Human Landscape exhibit is no exception. With eight outdoor installations (as well as indoor pieces) at Cheekwood through Sunday, Nov. 1 and four installations at the Frist Center through Monday, Sept. 7, Plensa’s work features human sculptures that explore spirituality, beauty and the relationship between humanity and nature. The artist incorporates letters from several alphabets and words from many languages in many of his pieces. In “Thoughts” (pictured above), Plensa’s figure sits in a meditative pose and the words swirling around the stainless steel figure were inspired by British poet William Blake. You might be thinking an exhibit of this nature is too grown up for children to enjoy. On the contrary. The visuals are stunning, and kids can touch the sculptures gently on Cheekwood’s grounds. “Children and adults are welcome to gently caress Plensa’s outdoor sculptures,
feel and hear vibrations when striking gongs in an installation piece, and visit our Learning Gallery to explore books and poetry related to Spanish culture,” says Shannon Hautman, director of education and programs at Cheekwood. “We have found that children are especially drawn to Plensa’s iconic ‘The Heart of Trees,’ an outdoor installation. The work features seven bronze seated figures based on the artist’s self-portrait to scale, and they are the perfect height for our young visitors — they can get up close and softly touch them while playing in a natural setting. It’s a magical thing to see!” she adds. Rosemary Brunton, associate educator for community engagement at the Frist, says it’s easy to make the exhibit fun for kids. “Plensa’s sculptures provide a fun way for children to make looking at art a game! Parents are encouraged to have their children self-identify with the body forms they see in the galleries and to connect by using their own faces or bodies to mimic the mood of the sculptures,” Brunton says. Cheekwood hours are Tue - Sun 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cheekwood stays open until 10 p.m. Thursdays this month during
its Family Night Out concert series (at 6:30 p.m.). It’s cool to see the sculptures illuminated at night. Cheekwood’s also open until 9 p.m. on the first Friday, July - October, during Spanish Nights featuring music, poetry readings and more. Admission is $14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17. Call 615-356-8000 or visit cheekwood.org. The Frist is open Mon - Wed and Sat 10 a.m. - 5: 30 p.m., Sun 1 - 5:30 p.m., Thu - Fri 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Admission is $12 adults, free ages 18 and younger. Call 615-244-3340 or visit fristcenter.org.
Plensa’s “See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil” at the Frist Center. (please turn the page)
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ongoing ONGOING davidson county Adventure Science Center
Laser shows in Sudekum Planetarium take place every Saturday through Aug. 29 from 7 - 11:30 p.m. at 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; $6 members, $8 non-members per show; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci.org.
BounceU
Bounce on inflatables at 2990 Sidco Drive; 615-255-1422 or bounceu.com. Open play times are Tue - Fri 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 3 - 6 p.m., Sat 8:30 - 10 a.m. Cost is $7.95 ($6.95 siblings); cosmic glow-in-the-dark bounces are Mon 3 - 6 p.m. and Fri 6:30 p.m. Cost is $8 ($7 siblings).
FREE Brilliant Sky Storytime
Stories and sing-alongs take place every Friday at 10:30 a.m. at 2002 Richard Jones Road, Ste. B-100, Nashville; 615-800-7754 or nashvilletoystore.com.
Centennial Sportsplex
Public skate sessions, classes, aquatics and more at 222 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; times and prices vary; 615-862-8480 or nashville.org/sportsplex.
Cheekwood
On Saturdays and Sundays in July, take a Guided Arboretum Tour (11:30 a.m.), House & History Tour (12:30 p.m.) or Collection & Exhibition Tour (1:30 p.m. All tours are free with gate admission. 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; $14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17; 615-356-8000 or cheekwood. org.
Ford Ice Center
The Learn to Skate program is available to all ages. Eightweek sessions take place Tue or Thu at 5:30 p.m. or Sat at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $120. Public ice-skating sessions takes place Saturdays from 12:45 -
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3:30 p.m. and 6:30 - 11 p.m. as well as Sundays from 12:15 - 3:30 p.m. and 6:15 - 9:30 p.m. Cost is $7 adults, $6 youth ($3 skate rental). Located at 5264 Hickory Hollow Place, Antioch; 615-742-4399 or fordicecenter.com.
Gymboree Play & Music
A variety of classes for ages birth - 5 years include playtime, music, art, fitness and more at 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 180, Nashville; 615-221-9004 or gymboreeclasses.com.
Monkey Joe’s
This inflatable play center is located at 1580 Gallatin Pike N., Madison; Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. 6 p.m.; $9 Mon - Thu, $10 Fri - Sun (ages 2 and younger are $5.50); 615-915-0561 or monkeyjoes.com.
Nashville Shores
Open daily through Aug. 9. Located at 4001 Bell Road, Hermitage. The park opens at 10 a.m.; closing hours vary. Admission is $46.99 those 52 inches and taller, $28.99 those 51 inches and shorter; 615889-7050 or nashvilleshores. com.
FREE Parnassus Storytime
All ages can enjoy storytime activities every Thursday at 3:30 p.m. and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville; 615-953-2243 or parnassusbooks.net.
Wave Country
This water park operated by Metro Parks is open through Aug. 7 at 2320 Two Rivers Pkwy., Nashville; Mon - Thu 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $12 adults, $10 ages 3 - 12; 615-885-1052 or nashville. gov/parks.
rutherford county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime
Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 615-895-8580 or bn.com.
FREE Books-A-Million
Preschool storytime is the first Friday at 10:30 a.m.; members of the Linebaugh Library present a story and puppet show on the first Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at 1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 615-995-7112 or booksamillion.com.
BounceU
Bounce on inflatables at 1222 Park Ave., Murfreesboro; 615893-8386 or bounceu.com. Call for open bounce and preschool play date times.
Discovery Center at Murfree Spring
502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; $8; 615-890-2300 or explorethedc.org; Ongoing programs: • Animal Antics Mon - Fri at 1 p.m. All ages. Meet one of the center’s resident animals • Crafternoons Sat - Sun at 2:30 p.m. All ages. Supervised art activities • Nature Nuts Mon - Fri at 11 a.m. All ages. Enjoy nature activities • Science a la Carte Mon - Fri at 3 p.m. All ages. Conduct science experiments with the staff • Snack Attack Every Monday at 4 p.m. All ages. Healthy snack making in the kitchen • Storytime Mon - Fri at 11 a.m. All ages. Enjoy an interactive story.
Jumper’s Playhouse
Inflatable fun at 6600 New Nashville Hwy., Smyrna; 615-220-7575 or jumpersplayhouse.com. Call for open bounce and toddler storytime information.
Lucky Ladd Farms
Unlimited play includes more than 70 activities at Tennessee’s largest petting farm located at 4364 Rocky Glad Road, Eagleville; Wed - Thu 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $13 adults, $11 ages 2 - 12; 615-274-3786 or luckyladdfarms.com.
sumner county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime
Stories and related activities for all ages every Tue and Sat at 11 a.m. at 300 Indian Lakes Blvd., Hendersonville; 615-2640183 or bn.com.
Hoppity Hop Inflatable Play Center Bounce on inflatable structures at 143 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville; call or check website for open play times; $6 ages 1 - 3, $8 ages 4 and older; 615-265-8020 or hoppityhopinflatableplaycenter. com.
My Gym Hendersonville
Pay-to-play, open gym and Saturday morning classes take place at 206 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville; 615824-8002 or my-gym.com/ hendersonville.
williamson county A-Game Sports Complex
Open skate lessons, laser chase, special events, fitness classes and sports for kids with two ice rinks, 12 volleyball courts, six basketball courts and outdoor fields. Located at 215 Gothic Court, Franklin; 615771-2444 or goagame.com.
FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime
Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 1701 Mallory Lane, Brentwood; 615-377-9979 or bn.com.
FREE Books-A-Million
Preschool storytime is Tue and Sat at 10:30 a.m. at 1040 Crossings Blvd., Spring Hill; 931-486-0113.
Franklin on Foot Children’s Tours
The “I Spy Downtown Franklin” scavenger hunt takes place at Franklin’s Public Square by appointment; $11; 615-4003808 or franklinonfoot.com.
FREE Lifeway Christian Store
Ages 2 - 8 can enjoy stories and songs every Friday at 10 a.m. at 1725 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 771-9050.
Monkey Joe’s
This inflatable play center is located at 1648 Westgate Cir., Brentwood; Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. ($9), Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. ($10), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. ($10); ages 2 and younger are $6; 615-377-5900 or monkeyjoes.com.
Monkey’s Treehouse
An indoor play center located at 91 Seaboard Lane, Brentwood; open play times are Mon/ Wed/Fri 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thu 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $8 ages 1 - 8; 615-942-7911 or themonkeystreehouse.com.
My Gym Brentwood
Pay-to-play, open gym and Saturday morning class times at 330 Franklin Road, call 615-371-5437 or visit my-gym. com/brentwood.
Pump It Up Play Time
Open jump times are Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. for preschoolers, Thu 5 - 8 p.m. and Fri 1 - 4 p.m. ages 12 and younger, and all school holidays 1 - 4 p.m. ages 12 and younger. Pump It Up, 7104 Crossroads Blvd., Ste. 128, Brentwood; $8 per child; 615373-8340 or pumpitupparty. com.
Parent Planner
These events require advance registration. Call ahead to reserve your child’s spot!
A-Game Skate Academy 215 Gothic Court, Franklin 615-778-9825 agameskateacademy.com
• The Doug Figure Skating Seminar July 17 - 18. World and Olympic Master Coach Doug Ladret and U.S. International/National PSA Member Coach Doug Mattis host ice-skating clinics. Open to those who have successfully passed USFS Preliminary MITF or ISI Freestyle. Fri 7:15 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sat 7:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. $200 • Learn to Ice Skate July 20 - Sept. 5. All levels can learn to master ice-skating skills. Ages 3 and older. Mon/Thu 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., Sat 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. $150 for seven classes, $275 for all classes
Bailey STEM Magnet Middle School 2000 W. Greenwood Ave., Nashville 615-862-5177 adventuresci.org/scienceinthesummer
• FREE Chemistry Classes July 13 - 24. Learn about matter and observe physical and chemical changes through experiments. Grades 2 - 3 (9 - 11 a.m.), grades 4 - 6 (12 - 2 p.m.); days vary
Blue Heron Cruises at Riverbluff Park 175 Old Cumberland St., Ashland City 615-385-7007 • blueheroncruises.com • Nature Cruise, Sunset Cruise or Waterfront Homes Cruise Enjoy a float on a pontoon boat on the Cumberland River. Days, times and prices vary
BounceU 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville 615-255-1422 bounceu.com/nashville-tn
• Parents’ Night Out Friday, July 31. Kids can have fun bouncing and playing while Mom and Dad enjoy a night out. Ages 3 - 12 (must be potty trained). 6 - 9 p.m. $18 ($15 siblings)
Brentwood Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood 615-371-0090, ext. 8290 chappella@brentwood-tn.org
• FREE Fisk-Vanderbilt Astronomy Roadshow Planetarium Saturday, July 11. Step inside a large, inflatable planetarium to see projections of the night sky while exploring constellations and various mythologies, the nature of stars and more. Ages 6 - 7 (1 - 2 p.m.), ages 8 - 12 (2 - 3 p.m.)
Cheekwood 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville 615-356-8000 • cheekwood.org
• Lunch & Lecture: In Between Spaces Thursday, July 16. Enjoy lunch while Artist-in-Residence Soo Sunny Park discusses her experimentation with the ephemeral qualities of light and how it affects our perception of architectural spaces. All ages. 12 - 1 p.m. $18 members, $30 non-members
The summer session of Sumner Music Together starts Thursday, July 23 at the Creative Music Center in Hendersonville. • Spanish Wine & Tapas Thursday, July 3. Sample the flavors of Spain through five Spanish wines paired with tapas. Adults. 6 and 7:45 p.m. $60
Creative Music Center 366 W. Main St., Hendersonville 615-973-6554 sumnermusictogether.com
• Sumner Music Together Thursdays or Fridays, July 23 - Aug. 28. A parent/tot music-and-movement class that includes a parent guide/DVD, two CDs and a songbook. Ages 5 and younger. 10 - 10:45 a.m. or 11 - 11:45 a.m. $110 ($60 for second child, third is free; ages 9 months and younger are free with a registered sibling)
Curious Kitchen 1602 W. Northfield Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-956-6077 • thecuriouskitchen.net • Teen Cooking: Thai Food Saturday, July 25. Learn to make Thai cuisine, including spring rolls with peanut sauce, Thai tea, pad Thai, chicken satay, coconut rice pudding and more. Ages 13 and older. 4 p.m. $60
Dyer Observatory 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood 615-373-4897 • dyer.vanderbilt.edu
• FREE Open House Day Tuesday, July 7. Tour the facility and ask astronomers questions. All ages. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• Telescope Night Friday, July 10. View celestial sights through giant telescopes and ask astronomers questions. All ages. 8 - 10 p.m. $6.27
Fairview Recreation Complex 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview 615-799-9331, ext. 2310 wcparksandrec.com
• Pottery for Kids Tuesdays, July 14 - 28 or Aug. 4 - 8. Learn to use a potter’s wheel and hand-building techniques like slabs, coils and pinch pots. Projects include bowls, boxes, animals and more. Ages 7 15. 3:30 - 5 p.m. $45 • Pottery for Teens & Adults Tuesdays, July 14 - Aug. 18. Learn to use a potter’s wheel during this six-week class. Projects will be fired and glazed. Ages 15 and older. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. $92
The Hermitage 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville 615-889-2941 • thehermitage.com
• Independence Day Ball Saturday, July 4. Join General and Mrs. Jackson re-enactors for a night of music, dancing, wine, light hors d’ouvres and museum tours. Adults. 7 p.m. $45
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Parent Planner
These events require advance registration. Call ahead to reserve your child’s spot!
See an outdoor screening of Rio at Warner Parks Nature Center on Friday, July 3. Call 615-352-6299 to RSVP. Long Hunter State Park 2910 Hobson Pike, Hermitage 615-663-5685
• FREE Junior Ranger Camp July 1 - 3. Explore the great outoors with activities like canoeing, hiking, searching and splashing. Play games and enjoy creative fun. Ages 12 - 17. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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• FREE Build and Grow Kids Clinic Saturday, July 11. Celebrate the Avengers by building Black Widow’s sky cycle. Ages 5 - 12. 10 a.m.
Nashville Zoo 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville 615-833-1534 • nashvillezoo.org
• Backstage Pass: Elephant Barn Saturday, July 4. Join zoo staff for a behind-the-scenes look at the elephant barn. Learn about animal care, behavior and conservation, then share a treat with an elephant. Ages 5 and older. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $35 members, $60 non-members
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• Junior Zookeeper July 18 and 26. This class focuses on the medical aspect of maintaining the health and well being of the animal collection at the zoo. Ages 10 - 14. 9:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. $50 members, $75 non-members
Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood 615-370-4672 • owlshill.org
• Accordion Book with Printmaking Workshop Sunday, July 12. Learn to construct an accordion book while learning about nature. Collect natural objects to stamp using basic printmaking methods. Ages 5 and older. 1 - 5 p.m. $15 ($25 for a family of three) • Knee-High Naturalist: Water Works July 6 or 7. Wear water shoes and have fun in the water while learning why we need water and discovering tadpoles. Ages 3 - 5 with a parent. 10 - 11:30 a.m. $10 adult/child pair, $7 each additional person • Music in the Meadow Saturday, July 18. Enjoy a night of live music by Joe Freel of the Nashville Jazz Workshop. All ages. 7 p.m. (gates open at 5:30 p.m. for picnics, hike and meeting the owls). $20 per person, $75 per carload of six
• Summer Night Hike Thursday, July 23. Bring a picnic to enjoy before the hike where you can enjoy nakedeye astronomy and learning about critters that create a chorus of sound at night. Ages 9 and older. 6 p.m. gates open for picnics, 7:30 - 9 p.m. program. $10
Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-893-2141 murfreesborotn.gov/parks
• FREE Art Builds Bridges July 31 - Aug. 1. Registration deadline is Friday, July 17. Participate in a diverse array of creative arts activities. Ages 5 - 17. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Register at 615-907-5350 • Movers and Shakers Mon, Wed and Fri. This parent-tot class is designed to get you moving while engaging gross motor skills. Ages 9 months - 2 years. 8:45 - 9:30 a.m. $3 • Twist and Shout Mon, Wed and Fri. Run, jump and play while learning balance, coordination, listening and taking turns. Ages 3 - 5. 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. $3
Rose Park Middle Math/Science Magnet School 1025 Ninth Ave. S., Nashville 615-862-5177 adventuresci.org/scienceinthesummer
• FREE Chemistry Classes July 6 - 9. Learn about matter and observe physical and chemical changes through experiments. Grades 3 - 4 (July 6 - 7), Grades 5 - 7 (July 8 - 9). 9 - 11 a.m. or 12 - 2 p.m.
Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St., Nashville 615-862-8539 • nashville.gov/parks
• FREE Creek Crawl Saturday, July 11. Get wet while exploring a creek and participating in a catch-andrelease program. All ages 9:30 - 11 a.m. • FREE Full Moon Mosey Friday, July 31. Hike around the park under the light of the glowing moon. All ages. 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. • FREE Nature Art Friday, July 10. Make artwork out of dried flower petals, twigs, leaves and more. All ages. 1 - 2 p.m. • FREE Paddling TN: Local Options Thursday, July 9. Learn about area locations, resources and more from experienced paddlers. All ages. 7 - 8 p.m. • FREE Painting & Picnicking Saturday, July 11. Bring a picnic lunch and learn how to pain nature scenes on canvas. All ages. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. • FREE Picking Party & Campfire Friday, July 17. Enjoy music and s’mores around a fire. All ages. 6 - 7:30 p.m. • FREE A Rotten Good Time Saturday, July 18. Learn about compsting. Ages 6 and older. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Summer Morning Walk Friday, July 24. View the flora and fauna in the meadows during a morning stroll. All ages. 8 - 9 a.m.
SmART! Supplies 4 Buchi Court, Nashville 615-454-5808 • smartsupplies.org
• Ojos De Dias Workshop Friday, July 10. Use reclaimed materials to create a Ojos de Dios (God’s Eye) craft. Ages 6 and older. 2 p.m. $10
Sports*Com 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov/parks
• Tumbleweeds Mondays and Wednesdays. Learn tumbling basics. Ages 3 - 5. 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. $3
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• Farm Tour Thursday, July 2. Experience a 1907 Victorian farmhouse, barns, tools, tractors and a wagon ride with a full explanation of the farm’s history. Learn about large animal care, home canning/freezing, conservation and more. All ages. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. $6 ages 2 and older
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• FREE All About the Birds and the Bees Saturday, July 11. Search for and learn about resident birds and bees. All ages. 10 - 11:30 a.m. • FREE Family Campfire in the Park Friday, July 24. Gather ‘round a summer campfire while listening to songs and stories. All ages. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. • FREE Family Movie Night Friday, July 3. Enjoy an outdoor screening of Rio. Popcorn provided. All ages. 8:30 - 10 p.m. • FREE Firefly Hike Friday, July 10. Enjoy the view of twinkling fireflies during an evening hike in the meadows and woods. All ages. 7:30 - 9 p.m. • FREE Flying Colors Saturday, July 18. Visit the field to observe and count the colors on butterflies. All ages. 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Williamson County Recreation Complex 7250 Nolensville Road, Nolensville 615-786-0200, ext. 2410 wcparksandrec.com
• Nolensville Kids Triathlon Sunday, Aug. 16. BEAT presents this inaugural children’s triathlon where participants will run, bike and swim. Ages 5 - 15. 7 a.m. $30. To register, call 615-915-4419 or visit tribeat. org/beat-nolensville-kids-triathlon
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• FREE Garden Cooking Wednesday, July 22. Create a tasty, nutritious treat out of veggies from the organic garden. Ages 6 - 12. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Happy Hummingbirds Wednesday, July 29. Learn about the nature center’s smallest bird. Ages 6 12. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Indian Springs Exploration Wednesday, July 15. Hike and explore the woods surrounding the Indian Springs area. Ages 6 - 12. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Insects of the Night Friday, July 17. Come dressed as your favorite beetle, bug or butterfly and enjoy activities celebrating nocturnal insects like games, crafts and more. All ages. 7 - 9 p.m. • FREE It’s Blazin’ Hot! Saturday, July 25. Learn about ways animals stay cool when it’s hot outside. All ages. 10 - 11 a.m. • FREE Stalking the Predator Wednesday, July 1. Discover predators in the animal kingdom who live in the park. Ages 6 - 12. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Whatever Floats Your Boat Wednesday, July 8. Cool off in the Little Harpeth River while building and floating natural boats. Ages 6 - 12. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The Wilderness Station 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro 615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov/parks
• Tales and Trails Every Wednesday. Enjoy stories about Tennessee wildlife while hiking the trails. Ages 4 - 7 with a parent. 10:30 a.m. $3 • What’s Up Night Hikes Tuesdays, July 21 - 28. Embark on an evening hike while learning about specific critters (July 14: spiders; July 21: bats and bugs; July 28: owls). All ages. 7:30 p.m. $3 per person or $10 per family • Wild Things Every Wednesday. An introduction to the wonders of nature through songs, hikes, crafts and more. Ages 1 - 4 with a parent. 9:30 a.m. $3
There’s a new American Girl cooking class at Williams-Sonoma for ages 8 - 12. Each month on select Saturdays from 10 - 11:30 a.m., the class features a different collection of recipes with an American Girl theme. Cost is $30, and each child receives a goody bag. July’s class was not determined at press time. Call the store for info.
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