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36 understanding differences Know how to handle your child’s questions about other children’s uniqueness.

39 special spouses

Parents of children with special needs should give each other tender loving care, too.

42 special needs spotlights

Learn more about The Brown Center for Autism, Tucker’s House and Special Kids and find numerous resources.

SPECIAL REPORT

48 bullies and the bullied

It’s in the news again ... but a new program gaining traction in schools promises results.

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With your infant, make sure they are off of a bottle and drinking out of a sippy cup by 12-18 mos. of age. If you are bottle or breast feeding, make sure you are wiping the milky film from the mouth after each feeding and brushing all of your child’s newly erupted teeth. Most pediatric dentists want to see children by one year of age so we can demonstrate and discuss preventive dental techniques. Hopefully, you are already taking your six year old to a pediatric dentist for regular six month dental check ups and fluoride treatments. Your child is probably ready for sealants on their six year molars and it’s getting close to time (age 7) for an orthodontic evaluation. These are major areas for you to focus on. A child’s growing years truly are “One Chance in a Lifetime.

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editor’s note on bullying: adults must lead the way I swore never to be silent whenever and wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. We must take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented. Sometimes we must interfere.

— Elie Wiesel, winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, 1986

unny how things go. There I am pulling out of the middle school parking lot, coffee in hand, chatting with my two doggies and living my little life, when a guy in a small, mean black machine speeds up to squeeze me out of the turning lane. Nice. Good morning! Good morning, nice guy! Annoyed now (he didn’t have to do that) it occurs to me that I’ve just been bullied. The guy basically said from his deep-seat cocoon, “out of my way, loser!” A mom can’t even drive her child to school without encountering a tough guy on the road! Is it me or are people getting meaner? How on earth are we to stop the bullying our children encounter if adults continue to bully one another? And things are heating up. It’s not “nice” time in America at the moment, it’s “not nice” time and in protests, on political stages, and in homes across the country, difficult conversations are being had. It’s a hard time for nice adults in the world ... to remain nice. But like me, you are just trying to raise your kids. You are trying to help them become the best they can be, to have a purpose, to use their gifts. If you are reading this magazine, it’s because you care seriously about what you’re doing as a parent to provide the best outcome for your children. So when it comes to countering bullying, I think you have to look at two scenarios: the At Home With You scenario and the Away From Home Without You scenario. When your children are at home with you, living out your family life, everyone’s expected to be respectful of each other, right? I have four children, so often it’s a 1:4 ratio when Dad’s not home. If one of my kids gets out of line on my watch, I know about it and I redirect it. To counter the admonishments my kids may receive, love always leads the way, and I give lots of hugs, tell my kids I love them and I try to talk with them about the things they go through on a daily basis. With the Away From Home Without You scenario, a good deal of time kids are at school. Teachers have 18 or more students in their classrooms and cannot possibly be expected to catch every little mean thing that may happen, much less bullying. Besides, bullies often wait to victimize when adults aren’t around. Schools are right to have anti-bullying programs and curriculums in place, because they can’t possibly catch Eugene’s secret flip-over of Bobby’s lunch tray. The Away From Home Without You scenario also includes cyber land and the private texting kids have access to. If you don’t monitor your child’s technology, then anything can happen. On sporting fields and out and about in the world, you can only hope that your children will behave the way you have taught them to be. And if you have not led with good example, then what can you expect? If Mom or Dad acts like a bully, then the kids see bullying as acceptable, as a means to an end. Parents are absolutely responsible for their own behaviors — and those of their children. So when children come together in other places with children who have been inappropriately led, schools have to jump in. We are all in this together. We need to remember that. Please read our special report on page 48 and let me know your thoughts.

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writing’s an art Dear Editor, I was glad to see your September editorial on the importance of children writing. Still, I have wondered why each year the art of writing is ignored in your August arts issue. Yes, writing is writing a cover letter for a job application, but, it’s so much more. The art of writing is writing short stories, poems, song lyrics, plays, novels and many other forms of creative output. Oscars, Emmys, Grammys, Tonys and other awards are given each year to writers because writing is a creative art. For most children, the art of being able to write creatively — and well — will be more important to their future than will theater, dance, music and art — the arts covered in your August issue. I hope you will consider including creative writing where it belongs, as one of the arts, in your next arts issue.

Mirna Aguilar Well when all kids hear is the “No,” you should redirect what you want to say “No” to with other words. Example: If they are playing with something they are not supposed to play with, don’t say “No,” say, “Why don’t you play with (insert baby friendly object) instead?” Therefore it eliminates hearing the word “No” and maybe it will eliminate their saying it. Davis Ivory I am at that point. My 18-monthold told me “No” when I tried to comb his hair. Because I implemented authority early in his life, I immediately responded with, “You do not tell mommy ‘no!’ That is not allowed.” I said it with authority and I have yet to hear it again.

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Your child has learned the word “no.” What will you do when he starts saying it to you? Anne Marie Fawbush Stills Positive comments. Turn your statements into positive ones instead of negative ones. Took us three years to learn this!

When toddlers say “NO.” Sometimes, it’s his way of showing frustration, but when he uses the word continuously, it’s time to redirect him.

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When was the first time your child was able to climb out of the crib? Katie Masden Long We had our daughter in a crib until she was 33 months. She never climbed out on her own. Melissa Chichester My oldest was out of her crib by 18 months — only because we moved. She went to a twin bed and we used a guard rail. My middle and youngest were out by 2 and went to toddler beds. None ever climbed out. They all climbed IN! They would climb in their crib to jump. And they never would try to climb out, LOL.

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My daughter cut her brother’s hair! What now? Here’s what our local parents say: Renae Taylor My 3-year-old daughter did this just a little over a month ago! She has very long, pretty hair, and it was finally almost all ONE length (growing out her bangs that had been cut when she had her first hair cut at 1-and-a-half). I had let her do art and she had been using her safety scissors, and I left her alone in the room for a few minutes (having forgotten that she had the scissors!). When I came back, I noticed something on the floor and when I picked it up I realized it was HAIR! Thankfully, she only cut the front part of her hair (she now has bangs again! ) and it was only up to her eyebrows. It could’ve been way worse and been cut way up on her forehead (like I did when I was young ... yikes!). When I asked her why she did it (she is always saying she NEVER

wants to cut her hair) she told me she “wanted to be like Tangled (the movie, where at the end, Rapunzel cuts her hair). It was kinda funny, although I now NEVER leave her alone with scissors! Katie Roberts My 4-year-old son cut my 2-year-old daughter’s hair just the other day. Lucky for her a ponytail hides it! She now has spikes on the back of her head. Although, I’d say it would be easier to “fix” a boy’s hair. You could just buzz the whole head. But for a girl she’d look pitiful if you did that. Amy Hambrick My daughter did this in February at the age of 3 while Mommy was at work! Her hair grows tragically slow, and she literally

scalped herself on the back of her head. We let it “grow for a few months” and then had my stylist work in some layers to blend the mess. It has just now grown out enough that it’s not noticeable anymore. At least she learned a lesson and so did we ... keep the scissors higher than they were before! Tami Worley Holloman I have faint memories of cutting my younger sister’s hair when I was 4 and she was 1. I mainly remember my mom’s reaction, which was of shock and awe. — compiled by Kiera Ashford (for more “Parent Talk,” please turn the page)

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Uninterrupted sleep only lasts until your little one decides to climb out of bed and pay you a nighttime visit. What’s a bleary eyed parent to do? by Deborah Bohn

silently walk back to her room “We got this idea from the Super Nanny show and it works like a charm,” says Kristy A. from Murfreesboro. “Don’t ask your child, ‘What’s wrong?’ because you’re just inviting an invented stomach ache or 15 drink requests and 20 potty trips,” she explains. “Silently take your child’s hand and walk her back to bed, turn around and close the door. You might have to do it a lot the first night and put up with some tears, but it will gradually slow down until she gets the picture that Mom is groggy, grumpy and ultimately… boring.”

pitch a tent “My son started climbing out of his crib when he was 10 months old! Two months later he was wandering around the house at night!” exclaims

Scott H. of Franklin. “The crib tent was literally a life saver because it kept him safely in his crib and away from the stairs, the kitchen and the back door!” But Scott says, “He freaked out about it for the first few nights. There was nothing wrong. He was mad and frustrated that his midnight excursions had been curbed.”

roll with it Father of four, Alan C. from Fairview laughs, “We were pretty strict with the first three about sleeping in their own beds. I guess we were worn down and just plain worn out by the fourth kid. So we put a sleeping bag and pillow on the floor next to our bed. We’d put her to sleep in her room and wake up to find her there in the morning. It was sweet. It lasted on and off until she was 12 and she wanted to be independent.”

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My infant son’s eyes are often teary. And when he cries, rivers of tears stream out. What could be causing this? Your son most likely has a blocked tear duct. This is a fairly common and usually temporary problem that occurs in infants when the nasolacrimal duct — the passage that lets tears drain from the eye into the nasal cavity — becomes obstructed or is closed off. When an infant has a blocked tear duct, the eye looks wet or tears may spill over onto the cheek, even when he is not crying. Blocked tear ducts occur in up to 20 percent of newborns. The condition, called dacryostenosis, can affect just one eye or both. For some babies, blocked tear ducts aren’t immediately evident at birth and may not be noticed until the baby is a month old. Since the majority of cases resolve during the first year of life without treatment, most doctors suggest waiting to see if the duct opens on its own. Massaging the duct often helps open it. If it is very blocked, you can often feel a bump where the corners of the eyelids converge. Using the tip of a well-scrubbed finger, gently massage this area moving your fingertip in a semi-circle from the corner of the eye inward toward the nose. If by 9 or 12 months of age the duct has not opened and is still not draining normally, your doctor may refer you to a pediatric eye specialist to discuss additional treatment options.

children and bad breath

My 6-year-old has consistent bouts of bad breath, and brushing doesn’t seem to help. What could be causing this and how do we take care of it?

Most bad breath, or halitosis, in children is due to poor dental habits such as infrequent brushing and missed visits to the dentist resulting in inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) and tooth decay. Bad breath can also result from other problems. Bacterial or viral infections in the mouth or throat, such as strep throat, can produce a foul mouth odor. In such a case, a child will usually complain of pain in the throat and will often have a fever. Other less common causes of bad breath are chronic postnasal drip from allergies, sinusitis or a foreign body stuck in the nose. Children usually have other symptoms with these conditions, like a runny nose. Large adenoids and allergies, which increase the likelihood that a child will breathe through his mouth instead of his nose, can cause the mouth to become dried out, increasing the risk of both tooth decay and bad breath. If you notice that your son usually breathes through his mouth and seems to have chronic nasal congestion, medication may be needed. Again, good teeth (and tongue) brushing are important steps to prevent bad breath, but if your son’s bad breath still persists, I recommend that you take him to his pediatrician and his dentist for further evaluation.

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kids’ health By Susan Day

Autism Related to Low Birthweight

new study from the University of Pennsylvania shows that low-birthweight babies should be screened for autism like they are hearing, says Director of Autism Speaks Alycia Halladay. Autism Speaks is the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization. The study found that premature infants weighing less than four-and-a-half pounds at birth are five times more likely than babies born at normal weight to have an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Published in Pediatrics, from the American Academy of Pediatrics, researchers followed 862 low-birthweight babies from birth to age 21, screening 623 of them at age 16 and discovering that 11 of them had autism spectrum disorders. The current autism rate among the general public is 1 in 110. While most low-birthweight babies develop normally, the study’s evidence shows that low-birthweight babies could be better monitored for signs of a developmental disorder, Halladay says. “There’s so much that needs to be fit into a pediatric visit that developmental concerns may not get brought up,” she adds. “The same way we make sure every kid gets screened for hearing, we need to make sure that every kid gets screened for autism spectrum disorders.” Learn more about the study and autism at autismspeaks.org.

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hile millions of children play on youth sports teams each year, many quit by the time they reach middle and high school, experts say. But why? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says one reason is over-zealous parenting combined with the push to make kids specialize in one sport too soon. The National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) recommends that children younger than 15 participate in multiple sports and informal activities rather than specializing. Abstaining from specializing earlier than age 15 can help prevent overuse injuries, keep the fun in the games and help kids develop skills in more than one activity. Read the NASPE’s official position statement on specialization for kids at aahperd.org/naspe/standards.

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olding your baby against your chest, giving the baby something to suck and rocking are effective ways to help babies with the pain they feel from heel pricks and immunizations,” says Rebecca Pillai Riddell, a Canadian researcher, on the completion of a new pain management study in babies published in the Cochrane Review. When babies are getting shots, “kangaroo care” is recommended for premature babies along with soothing and swaddling. And for full-term newborns, they respond best to swaddling, rocking and holding them close and sucking a pacifier before and after an injection. To read the study, head to the Cocharane Library online thecochranelibrary.com.

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madagascar makes merry at gaylord opryland

ids are set to have a lot more fun this year during Gaylord Opryland’s 28th Annual “A Country Christmas” celebration, running Nov. 18 - Jan. 3, 2012, featuring DreamWorks’ characters. This season’s ICE! exhibit features Merry Madagascar, and you’ll want to be sure to check out the free Holiday Shrektacular show, featuring characters from Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Puss in Boots and Madagascar. The Rockettes return for their 10th season in an all-new Radio City Christmas Spectacular, and you and yours can feast on down-home eats and great live entertainment with Louise Mandrell’s Christmas Dinner Party. Want more? Step back into the 1950s in the Holly Jolly Town Square, have a photo made with Santa, explore the Treasures for the Holidays craft show, giddy up with a carriage ride and more. Days, times and admission vary for each attraction. The Opryland Hotel is located at 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville. Call 871-6169 or visit christmasatgaylordopryland.com.

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dd child-like wonder to your holiday greetings this season by purchasing cards and other festive touches through the Friends of Children’s Hospital’s 2011 Holiday Project. The fundraiser for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt features cards, tags, wrapping paper and cookie tins, all boasting original artwork designed by patients at Children’s Hospital. The cards come blank inside, but for an additional charge, you can have a personal greeting and signature added, along with your preprinted return address on the envelopes. Basic sets are $18 per 20 cards/envelopes. In addition, you can purchase cookie tins also decorated by kids that are filled with Christie Cookies ($10 - $35) and bags of Bongo Java coffee for $10. All online orders must be placed by Tuesday, Dec. 20 to guarantee delivery by Christmas Eve. A few retail locations in Middle Tennessee can be found at the website. Call 343-8660 or visit childrenshospital.vanderbilt.org/holidayproject.

peaceful parenting Is there chaos in your house? Are your kids driving you crazy? Parents on the edge with children 5 and younger can learn how to redirect negative behaviors during the Peaceful Parenting Solutions workshop on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at the Indoor Sports Complex, 920 Heritage Way, Brentwood. The free session takes place from 10 - 11 a.m., and parents will learn how to effectively handle defiant behavior in a positive manner. Admission is free, but registration is required. To register, call Deaunna Evans with Super Moms Coaching at 302-0811.

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This “Snowman with Tophat” card was designed by 12-year-old Allison Rogers of Smithville, Tenn., who underwent chemotherapy, radiation and a stem-cell transplant for bone cancer at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. She now shows no evidence of the disease.

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The Junior League of Nashville’s annual ’Tis the Season Holiday Marketplace celebrates its fifth year Nov. 18 - 20 at a new spot: The Nashville Convention Center (601 Commerce St.). Shopping hours are Fri 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission is $10. Also new this year, strollers are permitted inside and valet parking is available. On Saturday from 2 - 5 p.m., Christmas with the Clauses takes place, including visits with the jolly couple, a gingerbread house decorating workshop and family photos taken by children’s photographer Ashley Segroves. Tickets are $25. Learn more at tistheseasonshopping.com.

The East Meets West Holistic Education Center recently expanded and moved to a new location at 5814 Nolensville Pike, Ste. 106, Nashville. In addition, the center now offers monthly family activities. This month, on Saturday, Nov. 26, families with kids ages 4 and older can participate in Family Reflexology Night. Bring pillows and learn how to do reflexology for the feet. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and costs $5 per person. For more info, call 669-0566 or visit emwhec.com.

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fun, easy and classic way of giving back while putting a smile on the face of a neighbor comes by participating in Fannie Battle Caroling. Since 1916, this tradition takes place every year from Dec. 1 - 24. Go caroling door to door and collect money for Fannie Battle Day Home for Children, a local nonprofit providing affordable, high-quality child care for at-risk children. Involvement is easy. Call Rachel Martinez at 228-6745 or e-mail her at rmartinez@fanniebattle.org and let her know where you’d like to carol (you can request specific streets). After receiving your caroling bags — which include song sheets, announcement envelopes and instructions — gather those in your group, don your gay apparel and warm up your pipes! It’s a fun way for the littlest ones in your family to share a sense of doing good for others. Learn more at 228-6745 or fanniebattle.org/caroling.html.

the ticker... RISE N REWARDS takes place on Friday, Nov. 25 at Hickory Hollow Mall, RiverGate Mall and Cool Springs Galleria. The first 100 people in line at Hickory Hollow and the first 500 at RiverGate and Cool Springs will receive mystery envelopes with gift cards ranging from $10 - $100 along with other prizes. Valid only for guests 16 and older. Visit hickoryhollowmall. com, rivergate-mall.com or coolspringsgalleria.com.

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FAMILIES OF CHILDREN FROM CHINA hosts an adoption film festival for adults on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 2 - 5 p.m. at University School of Nashville (2000 Edgehill Ave.). Two films — Sofia’s Journey and Long Wait for Home — will be shown. Admission is free for members, $10 nonmembers. Register by Thursday, Nov. 3 via e-mail to caprice@ fccmidtn.org.

THE CONTAINER STORE opens its first Middle Tennessee location at The Mall at Green Hills on Saturday, Nov. 5. Check it out for all your storage needs (the 25,000-square-foot store features more than 10,000 items!). During grand opening weekend, 10 percent of all sales will benefit The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation. Store hours are Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Visit thecontainerstore.com.

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Seven FAQs About Ear Infections and Hearing Loss in Children Ear infections are the most prevalent childhood disease by far; three out of four children will have an ear infection before age three years. Although most children grow out of the ear infection phase with no residual problems, some may experience communication problems as a result. Here are answers to a few questions about ear infections and hearing loss.

My child has frequent ear infections. Can ear infections cause a hearing loss?

Ear infections do frequently cause temporary hearing loss in children. A middle ear infection (otitis media) can cause fluid to build up behind the ear drum. This interferes with the transmission of sound waves to the inner ear and can cause voices to sound soft and muffled. Most hearing loss associated with otitis media is temporary. However, on rare occasions, if a child has many ear infections over several years and especially if they go untreated, damage to the inner ear can cause a permanent mild hearing loss in one or both ears.

Many older adults have a mild hearing loss and function without much difficulty. Would a child be different? Young children learn to communicate by listening to others and rely on their hearing to learn language and speech sounds. Even a mild hearing loss can muffle those sounds enough that language learning and speech development can be delayed. School-age children are also at risk for problems. Even though they are still able to hear the teacher, children with permanent mild hearing loss or hearing loss in only one ear are ten times more likely to fail a grade. They also exhibit more behavior problems than their normal-hearing peers because they have trouble paying attention in class, and become frustrated or bored.

Aren’t children screened for hearing loss when they are babies?

Tennessee are now screened for hearing loss as newborns and many children with severe congenital deafness are identified this way. But, hospitals do not screen for mild hearing loss and some hearing losses do not develop until a child is older. A child with a mild or unilateral hearing loss may only be slightly delayed in speech and language development and not experience any problems communicating and learning until he or she reaches school. Because children with a mild hearing loss can hear—but not optimally—parents and teachers might first suspect a learning, attention, or behavior problem before worrying about hearing.

Why does an apparently mild problem have such a far-reaching effect?

Children with a mild hearing loss have a much harder time sorting out speech sounds from background noise. They also have to listen more closely to understand and process speech, which might cause listening fatigue and frustration. Because children with hearing loss have to exert more effort to listen to speech, they have less effort available for other tasks in the classroom like taking notes, formulating responses to questions, and other tasks.

How do I protect my child from such a hard-to-detect problem?

The best thing to do is keep an eye out for ear infections and treat them quickly. Most parents know to watch for ear tugging,

fussiness and fever, but otitis media without an infection—fluid in the middle ear from allergies, for instance—can go on for months without the child signaling a problem. If your child seems to have developed trouble with balance or hearing quiet sounds, ask your pediatrician to take a look. Other clues include saying “huh?” more often, sitting closer to the TV, and having difficulty localizing the source of a sound.

I’m a teacher. Are there signs I should watch for that one of my pupils may be struggling with a mild hearing loss?

Yes. A screening instrument called the SIFTER has been developed to identify children who exhibit behaviors associated with mild hearing loss. Indicators include distractibility and frustration, confusion during oral instruction, vocabulary development compared to peers, and several other measures. It is estimated that around 5% of school children have a mild hearing loss and are at risk for some of these behaviors.

If I suspect my child does have a mild hearing loss that is causing trouble in school, what can I do?

Talk to your child’s teacher, physician or an audiologist. Your child will need a hearing test to confirm a hearing loss; audiologists can counsel you about creating a good acoustic environment for communication and a rich language atmosphere at home as well as safety issues related to poor localization skills. They can help describe the types of listening problems that your child might be experiencing and suggest classroom seating arrangements that might help provide your child with enhanced visual and auditory cues needed for communication and learning. To find out more about mild hearing loss and otitis media, visit the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association at www.asha.org. For an appointment with a pediatric audiologist, call the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center at 615-936-5000.

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savvy mama Baby diapering solutions every new mommy should know.

aby and diapers go hand-in-hand. Here are a few diapering solutions to situations that may arise:

Diaperless Baby!

He runs by you — without his diaper on! He now knows how to take his diaper off, but you can stop that by either turning his diaper around backwards or using duct tape over the straps.

Rash Be-Gone Have diaper, will have diaper rash — at least at some point. When you clean his bottom, have a dry cloth close by to pat him dry after cleaning him with wipes. The less moisture there is the less likely the diaper rash. Vaseline works wonders for keeping moisture off Baby’s behind. Also, change him often or let him have periods of diaper-free time.

Hold on to Baby When he learns to roll, diapering him gets tougher. Whatever you do, make sure you have a hand on him at all times, especially if changing him on a changing table. You don’t want him to roll off!

gardner school’s new location

he Gardner School of Midtown opens Monday, Nov. 28, making it the fourth Gardner School location in Middle Tennessee. The Midtown campus will offer year-round programs, including full- and part-time child care and educational options for ages 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten. Enrollment is underway. Located at 1811 State St., Nashville, call 6307700 or visit thegardnerschool. com for more info.

private school open houses Sneak a peek into area private schools this month at one of these open houses: ABINTRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL (914 Davidson Drive, Nashville; 352-4317; abintra.org) Sunday, Nov. 13 from 1 - 4 p.m. ... BRENTWOOD ACADEMY (219 Granny White Pike, Nashville; 523-0611; brentwoodacademy.com) Saturday, Nov. 12 at 8 a.m. for grades 6 - 12 (reservations required) ... CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL (3105 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 292-9465; ctk.org) Thursday, Nov. 10 from 6 - 8 p.m. ... COOL SPRINGS MONTESSORI (207 Gothic Court, Franklin; 465-2081; coolspringsmontessori.com) Saturday, Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. ... THE COVENANT SCHOOL (33 Burton Hills Blvd., Nashville; 467-2313; thecovenantschool.com) Friday, Nov. 11 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. for kindergarten ... DAVID LIPSCOMB CAMPUS SCHOOL (Elementary: 4517 Granny White Pike, Nashville; 966-6320; Middle and High: 3901 Granny White Pike, Nashville; 966-6409; dlcs.lipscomb.edu) Sunday, Nov. 13 from 2 - 4 p.m. at both campuses ... FRANKLIN ROAD ACADEMY (4700 Franklin Road, Nashville; 832-8845; franklinroadacademy.com) Nov. 2 - 3 at 9:30 a.m. for grades pre-k and kindergarten; Saturday, Nov. 19 at 9 a.m. for grades PreK - 12; call to register ... GOODPASTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (619 Due West Ave., Madison; 868-2600, ext. 212; goodpasture.org) Friday, Nov. 11 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. ... GREEN HILLS CHILD DEVELOPMENT (3420 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 383-3373; greenhillschild.com) Saturday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. ... HARPETH HALL (3801 Hobbs Road, Nashville; 297-9543; harpethhall. org) Saturday, Nov. 5 at 2 p.m. for upper school; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. for middle school ... HENDERSONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (162 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville; 264-3401; hendersonvillemontessori.com) Sunday, Nov. 13 from 2 - 4 p.m. ... NASHVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (7555 Sawyer Brown Road, Nashville; 356-5600, ext. 117; nashvillechristian.org) Sunday, Nov. 20 from 2 - 4 p.m. ... OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN ACADEMY (5110 Franklin Road, Nashville; 833-1500, ext. 302; oslanashville.org) Tuesday, Nov. 1 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. (call for reservations) ... OVERBROOK SCHOOL (4210 Harding Road, Nashville; 292-5134; overbrook.edu) Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 9 a.m. (reservations required) ... ST. BERNARD ACADEMY (2020 24th Ave. S., Nashville; 385-0440; stbernardacademy.org) Thursday, Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. ... SAINT HENRY SCHOOL (6401 Harding Pike, Nashville; 352-1328; sthenryschool.org) Sunday, Nov. 6 from 12 - 1:30 p.m. for pre-k and kindergarten ... ST. PAUL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (5035 Hillsboro Road, Nashville; 269-4751; stpaulchristianacademy.org/open-house to register) Sunday, Nov. 20 from 3:30 - 5 p.m. for kindergarten ... THE WEBB SCHOOL (319 Webb Road E., Bell Buckle; 931-389-6003; thewebbschool.com) Friday, Nov. 11 from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.; call to register.

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holiday mail for heroes end a touch of home to American service men and women via the American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes Holiday Mail for Heroes effort. Throughout the season, the program will collect and distribute holiday cards to troops, veterans and families all around the globe. Participation is easy: all you need is a pen and a card. Holiday Mail for Heroes is a great group project for classrooms and other groups. Mail cards to: Holiday Mail for Heroes, P.O. Box 5456, Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456. For a list of card guidelines, visit redcross.org/holidaymail.

support our soldiers! Being away from home during the holidays is hard for our dedicated service men and women as well as their families. Here are great ways your family can do something special for our troops this season.

soldiers’ angels

he site’s holiday focus allows American families to send cards and letters to troops during the season. In addition, anyone can log on and donate money or get a list of recommended items to send in care packages. Costs vary, and all of the items, which are tax-deductible, can be purchased at the website or mailed to the company for distribution. The organization’s goal is to get a gift in every soldier’s hands. Visit soldiersangels.org for details.

online giving for our troops

be a care package sponsor

end a soldier a little piece of home by sponsoring an Operation USO Care Package. For $25, your personal message of support will accompany the package’s contents. Items needed include pre-paid phone cards, disposable cameras, toiletries, sunscreen and more. To sponsor a care package, call 877-USO-GIVE or visit usocares.org.

onvenient giving options abound online:

adoptaplatoon.org Support an entire platoon through letters, care packages and more. cfsrf.org The Children of Fallen Soldiers Relief Fund is a nonprofit that provides college grants and financial assistance to surviving family members of fallen soldiers of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. give2thetroops.org Find a list of requested items troops need from home, or find out how you can donate. hugs4smilesusa.org Adopt a troop and family, and send care packages and letters in support to both. opchristmas.org A nonprofit dedicated to creating happy holidays for children and families of fallen soldiers through donated Christmas gifts.

operationcareandcomfort.org Volunteer program offering support and care packages to our troops every month until they are home. operationmilitarypride.org Help keep morale high with letters, care packages and more. ourmilitary.mil This U.S. Department of Defense website dedicated to our troops includes ways to send care packages, letters and cards, along with other ways to lend support and services to our military families. treatanysoldier.com Pick a soldier, send a letter and/or care package and brighten a day. treatsfortroops.info Foster a soldier, form a group gift, send a birthday package and more. withlovefromhome.org A site that collects items and letters of support to send overseas. — compiled by Chad Young

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Outdoor-loving families, take note! Big Cedar Lodge in the Missouri Ozarks boasts a lot of fun things to encounter any season of the year!

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f your family loves the great outdoors, then the Big Cedar Lodge Resort in Missouri is the ticket. Beautifully nestled on 800 sprawling acres amidst the foothills of the lush Ozarks and hugging 43,000-acre Table Rock Lake, Big Cedar caters to the great outdoorsperson in everyone. Big Cedar was built in the 1920s, and Bass Pro Shops acquired it in 1987. All throughout you will see strokes of the Bass Pro stamp, from the giant open-mouth bass at the ninth hole of the property’s miniature golf course to the keen attention to decor inside every room. Speaking of rooms, you can opt for six different varieties, ranging from a traditional hotel-like accommodation to a private log cabin. Each cabin contains a full kitchen (with cookware and dishes) and a private deck out back overlooking the lake (also equipped with a gas grill). All of the cabins are strategically nestled amidst the property’s flora in order to maintain privacy — exquisite to say the least!

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Big Cedar is certainly BIG on activities; no worries about kids whining of boredom here! Of course, the huge attraction is bass fishing on the lake (where you can also find a variety of crappie, sun fish and catfish). Take a complimentary shuttle (a nice perk that runs 24 hours a day all over the property) to the Bent Hook Marina and Market where you can rig up with all the gear you need. Your family can rent a boat, or to find the best spots for bites, consider going with a professional guide. While folks fish the lake year round, the best time for catching bass is in the spring. The resort does offer a variety of free activities including canoeing and paddle boating, horseshoes, a nine-hole miniature golf course, a lush nature trail, several hiking trails, basketball, shuffleboard, sand volleyball, tennis, several swimming pools, a lazy river (open seasonally) and more. In the event you encounter a rainy day, take advantage of the free DVD library! For an additional fee, your family can saunter up to the Cedar Mountain Stables where kids 10 and younger can embark on pony rides daily from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Ages 8 and older can set out on a one-hour guided horseback trail ride, and the whole family can enjoy a leisurely horse-drawn carriage ride around the property. When you get hungry, the resort offers four distinct eateries, spanning from soup and sandwich café fare to elegant dining, all within a casual environment.

Big Cedar engages kids with outdoor fun through its unique Little Cedar Kids’ Club. During peak season (Memorial Day through Labor Day), activities are available every afternoon; off-season, activities are available on weekends and special occasions. For ages 4 - 12, the three-hour Kids’ Club and the four-hour Kids’ House (which includes dinner) — both require reservations and additional fees — start off in the Little Cedar Kids’ Club building and revolve around specific nature and outdoor themes based on the season. Activities include games, crafts and other activities specific to the program’s topic. Kids loves heading to the bonfire pit on Friday and Saturday evenings where they can have fun roasting marshmallows and chowing down on complimentary s’mores while taking a break from playing assorted lawn games. Free activities for youngsters throughout the year include fishing programs, campfire activities, remote-controlled car racing and beyond.

Should you decide to explore away from the resort, make the 15-mile trip to Dogwood Canyon Nature Park (also owned by Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris through his Dogwood Foundation). There are several fantastic ways to embrace the great outdoors in this 2,200-acre site that stretches into nearby Arkansas. Choose activities á la carte, or better yet, go for the Adventure Pass which allows you to enjoy several activities for one price. The hour-and-a-half tram tour takes you deep into the park where you’ll see waterfalls and get up close encounters with wildlife including deer, elk, bison and Texas longhorns. Enjoy trout fishing (catch and release or catch and keep), learn skills in a fly casting clinic, take a leisurely bike or horseback ride, stroll the trails or hit the back woods on an ATV tour. During the summer, kids 4 - 12 can have fun on a four-hour Kids’ Camp excursion at Dogwood every Saturday (arranged through Big Cedar). For $50, they’ll get to do activities like hiking and learning outdoor skills like archery, firing (BB/pellet guns), compass reading, fire building and pitching a tent. Regardless of what time of year you may go, Big Cedar will certainly provide huge fun and unforgettable family memories. Chad Young is managing editor for this publication.

To learn more or to make reservations at Big Cedar Lodge, call 417-335-2777 or visit bigcedar.com; for Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, call 417-779-5983 or visit dogwoodcanyon.org.

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kids & understanding differences by Margo Lee Perine

When children get curious about another childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s uniqueness, be prepared to answer their questions.

o you remember the time your child asked, “Mommy, what’s wrong with that boy?” as you pushed your buggy down the aisle of the grocery store? Young children innocently point, ask questions out loud and continually challenge their parents as they grow up for answers to many of life’s most delicate subjects, but questions about a child’s noticeable disability are always difficult for parents to answer. “Children really start to notice and remark on differences they see in others by the age of 5, and it may come up in a public place,” says David Tiller, a forensic psychiatrist who has dedicated much of his practice to guiding families living with a broad range of disabilities. “It is important to realize that the question is coming from a child, not an adult,” says Tiller. “If the child sees a boy with cerebral palsy, you shouldn’t try to explain in detail what the clinical diagnosis is,” he adds. “They don’t need the details — they really just need a basic answer.” Besides, you may not know exactly what the child’s disability is, which contributes to the need for simplicity. It’s also important to convey your words in a positive manner. If your child encounters a child with special needs while you are with him, how you respond will affect the way your child thinks about disabilities as he grows up. Your child may notice that another child with Down syndrome doesn’t talk or look the same as other children his age. Here are tips for handling your child’s curiosity:

Answer with honesty If your child asks, “Why is he that way, Mom?” You can simply respond, “We are all different. Some of us have brown hair, some of us have blonde.” Depending upon the child your child is referring to, you can tailor your answer: “That person walks differently than you do, honey, that’s all.” Every person is different. Some may have physical differences, developmental delays or other challenges, but the goal should be for all children to understand and accept every child for who they are. “First, there’s nothing wrong with a child with a disability,” says Norma McPhee, author of Sensitivity and Awareness: A Guide for Developing Understanding Among Children (Jason & Nordic; $22). “He is just different. It’s important to stress that to your child,” she adds. “That becomes especially important when the differences aren’t necessarily obvious or physical,” adds Tiller. A child may have an auditory processing disorder which impairs the comprehension of simple commands and communications. Young children may not understand this. A child with a processing disorder might not readily present overt symptoms. However, like other disabilities with neurological implications, peers may notice subtle “differences” that affect child behavior. But when a child sees another child with a physical disability, fear is another common reaction.

IN SCHOOLS One of the places where kids ask question about special needs is in the school setting. Teacher Terry Martinez describes what happened one day after her class had been visited by special education students. “As we headed out of the lunchroom a

boy announced, ‘I’m scared of them;’ he was watching our school’s special-ed children in the hall.” Martinez decided the class needed to work on building a bridge between regular and special-ed students. “In my school,” Martinez says, “the special-ed students eat in the common lunchroom and are seen as they walk in the hallways, but there is little mingling with the regular students.” Martinez set up a three-step program with her school’s supervisor of special-ed in order to bridge the gap between the regular kids and the special-ed children. It worked like this: Phase i: Special-ed staff visited Martinez’s room to talk about disabilities, how they affect children and some of the tools used in teaching special-ed students. Staff encouraged students to ask questions. Phase II: Students visited the special-ed classrooms; afterward they had a chance to discuss observations and ask questions. Phase III: Students and special-ed students began interacting in culminating activities. Bridging gaps between typical and special needs children is an important aspect of what educators and parents can do for kids, especially during the elementary school years when children are most accepting of differences. As children get older and face the tough transition into the middle school years, having learned empathy for others will serve them well. They will be the children who will defend special needs children to other lesser-minded individuals. J Margo Perine is a nationally award winning freelance writer.

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by Julia Garstecki

hen marriage gets tough, women can become resentful and emotionally drained. On the other hand, men can completely withdraw from the situation or deny there’s an issue. Typical marriage? Actually, yes, says author Laura Marshak in her book Married with Special Needs Children (Basic Books). That’s why couples who can navigate in the special needs realm together are, well, special. When the fairy tale feelings of love eventually give way to imbalances, finances, chores, careers, expectations and the unexpected — such as a special needs child — marriage can get downright impossible. A special needs child magnifies the added duties that child rearing brings with increased worry, added appointments, emotional evaluations, therapy sessions, CSEs (case study evaluations), and IEPs (individual education plans). (please turn the page)

special needs Because of these added stresses, marriage for parents with a special needs child requires more fine tuning to stay successful. Here, experts offer their tips on how to stay connected, supportive and in love while raising a child with a disability.

Take Time To Be Heard

One common mistake women make is in defining who they are based on their child’s disability, says Fran Walfish, a family psychotherapist and author. She has appeared on NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams, on Dr. Phil, and is also a contributor to several national magazines. The everyday struggles mothers face with a special needs child from arranging therapy to transportation issues can become all consuming. Moms can become resentful and emotionally drained, Walfish says. And men, feeling the burden of not being able to “fix” their child, may withdraw from or even deny there’s an issue. “This is very complicated stuff,” Walfish says. “Couples that collapse are the ones who hold their feelings inside. There needs to be a checking-in with each other on a daily basis for even 15 - 20 minutes of uninterrupted connection. This means that two willing partners shut off their cell phones and computers and commit to talking about the day and its stresses.” These “check-ins” are meant to offer each spouse the opportunity to be heard fully and completely, without one spouse preoccupied online or flipping through television channels. The goal is to learn about the other spouse’s day, share a smile, offer support and most importantly, feel heard.

Consider Each other’s perspective

Walfish says that while it is often the case that one parent works to financially support the family, the other carries the burden of managing the child(ren) 24/7. This imbalance often brings added stress to the relationships. With special needs, one common problem is that one spouse may have to quit work to “take over” therapy issues. This sometimes includes numerous therapy sessions, testing, school meetings, learning the rights and laws for your child and creating real world situations in which therapy can be practiced. It can be exhausting, emotional and lonely. On the other hand, the spouse that continues to support the family financially has the added pressure of becoming the sole provider in a time of job insecurity. Being invaluable all day to a boss and then coming home to a busy house can also be overwhelming. Remember what the other spouse is doing to provide for the family, be it financially or emotionally.

Outside help

Elaine Hall, author of Now I See the Moon: A Mother, a Son, and the Miracle of Autism (Harper) suggests if spouses are not seeing eye to eye in regard to therapy, it might be best to have third party assistance. Walfish agrees. She suggests looking to your school district for help, as there are often ways to receive free services to ease the financial burden. Monthly meetings can be placed on a child’s IEP so discussions with all therapists can take place at once. The therapists can provide hard-to-hear information and explain things in a detached and clinical format for both parents present. If you and your spouse have different opinions on how to best proceed, therapists have the experience to offer pros and cons of varying options, and they can help guide you both to a workable solution. This way, everybody can be on the same page going forward.

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Date night: Get CLOSER

Walfish advises couples to schedule weekly date nights. The objective is to add more glue to the bricks and mortar laid in the foundation of your relationship. Date nights should be fun and stress-free, with only positive discussion of kid issues. Hall reinforces the idea that the concept of date night is to strengthen intimacy in your marriage, so when times do get tough, you have great moments to fall back on. While the disability of your child or financial restrictions may make it seem as if a weekly date is impossible, keep trying for it. Aim for one hour a week where you make marriage a priority. Can you put on a favorite movie for your kids and sit on the back deck? Feed the kids dinner early and enjoy an adult dinner later? If you don’t live near family, is there a friend willing to come over? Lingering over dinner may take too much time and be too expensive, but taking walks and holding hands or playing card games are free!

Be grateful

Hall also encourages spouses to show gratitude towards each other to create a loving, enriching environment. Look around and realize all your partner does to support you. Maybe it’s picking up milk on the way home from work, preparing a home-cooked meal or putting gas in the car. All of these things are easy to take for granted, but are helpful. If you think something nice of your spouse, be sure to share it — the feeling of love will follow, Walfish says. Though marriage isn’t always easy or fun, there are proactive steps that can be taken to avoid major break downs. Things will get better, the hard work does pay off, and working as a team will certainly help the family as a whole. J Julia Garstecki is a freelance writer and educator.

READ MORE Written by Laura Marshak and Fran Prezant who have written extensively on disability issues — they also co-authored Disability and the Family Lifecyle (Basic Books) — Married with Special Needs Children: A Couples Guide to Keeping Connected (Woodbine House) is a valuable resource for couples. Filled with hope for stablizing life with special needs children, readers will find helpful quotes from husbands and wives related to all the different aspect of raising special children while trying to remain connected.

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special needs spotlights & resources

Behavior interventionist Jodi Heidlage works with youngsters Robbie Pruitt and Emmett Usman (in chair) at The Brown Center for Autism.

spotlight: the brown center for autism

—getting everyone on the same page —

hen Juli Liske’s son, Ben, was diagnosed with autism when he was 23 months old, there were no immediate resources where her family lived in eastern Kentucky. As a result, the former dental hygienist did a lot of research and developed an intensive, multi-layered program for Ben (who is now 11, a National Young Scholar and an accomplished mathmatician, musician and visual artist). Along the way, she authored a book, In the Eye of the Hurricane: Finding Peace within the Storm of Autism (spiritbuildilng.com; $1995), and after moving to Nashville, she founded The Brown Center for Autism three years ago. The Brown Center is a comprehensive therapy center for children anywhere on the autism spectrum whose approach is working with the entire family. The center works with families with children as young as 18 months

up until they are developmentally ready to transition to kindergarten, with a one-year minimum. Currently, the center works with 16 children. Liske says one of the unique aspects of The Brown Center is that all of the therapists are cross trained across different disciplines in order for “everyone to be on the same page,” thus creating a high level of consistency. Therapies include speech/language, occupational and social skills training, all within the framework of an applied behavior analysis approach. Each child attends three hours a day, four days a week, working on two to five goals per week in both one-on-one and group settings. In addition, parents are given four hours of training per month, and counseling services are available as well. A Family Support Plan, similar to an IEP, is created each week. Staff therapists also lend training to parents in home and out in the community; for example, accompanying the family to a grocery store outing in order to train parents on how to handle difficult scenarios in public.

Another component of the center’s strong emphasis on working with the entire family is seen in the Observation Room. Here, parents can watch and listen via a live video feed from the treatment rooms exactly what the therapists and their child are doing. Additionally, each session is recorded for the benefit of parents who might not be able to stay at the center during their child’s day there. The center’s rolling enrollment availability is first come, first served with a sliding scale fee based on the family’s income. Learn more about The Brown Center at 385-7994 or thebrowncenter.org.

— chad young

autism resources ABA Nashville 442-7988 • abanashville.com Offers home- and school-based services including assessment of basic language and learning skills, therapist training, behavior intervention plans, parent and family support, and more. Autism & Behavior Consulting Services 331-1141 • abcservicesllc.net Provides applied behavior analysis (ABA) consulting services in home, clinic, school and community environments, including assessment, program development, training and individual therapy. Autism Foundation of Tennessee 6515 Holt Road, Nashville 376-0034 autismfoundationoftennessee.org A full range of services include behavior therapy, communication, self-help skills, socialization, family and school support, and more. Autism Society of Middle Tennessee 385-2077 • tnautism.org An information hub to help families on their autism journey. Also provides educational workshops for parents, advocacy and support services. Bright Beginnings Pediatric Therapy Center 209-B Castlewood Drive Murfreesboro 898-7461 • brightbeginningsptc.com Family-centered therapy services include treatment of articulation issues, language disorders, feeding difficulties, reading and more as they related to the autism spectrum. Center for Understanding 120 Holiday Court, Ste. 4, Franklin 300-3369 http://centerforunderstanding.net Provides one-to-one individual and family systems assessment, training for

families, recreational and support group programs. Future services will include parent respite retreat programs, after-school self-help skill training and more. Faces of Hope Children’s Therapy Center 185 W. Franklin St., Gallatin 206-1176 • facesofhopetn.com Individualized therapies include speech/ language, occupational and physical, plus a resource center. HOPE Autism and Behaviorhal Health Services 7105 Crossroad Blvd., Brentwood 299-6332 • hopetn.com HOPE offers development and supervision on in-home ABA-based programs as well direct therapy, parent/caregiver/ teacher training, parents’ night out events and more. Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center 1215 21st Ave. S., Nashville 936-5000 vanderbilthealth.com/billwilkerson/30033 Program for children 18 months through adolescence helps autistic kids establish an independent functional communication systems through which they can interact socially with their world. Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Treatment & Research Institute for Autism Spectrum Disorders (TRIAD) 110 Magnolia Circle, Nashville 322-7565 • kc.vanderbilt.edu/triad TRIAD provides specialized resources and services to both families and professionals. The institute offers clinical and diagnostic evaluations along with monthly parenting workshops, schoolbased consultations and more.

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—creating places to call home —

s Sunny Rosenbalm drove home to Nashville the Sunday after the Friday birth of her grandson, Tucker, in February 2006, she received a phone call from her son. “He asked me to pray for Tucker,” Rosenbalm said. “He said Tucker was having seizures.” Thus began a difficult and frustrating journey into newborn seizures (also called infantile spasms), that never seemed to quit. Reluctant to return to the hospital where Tucker was born (who had merely sent them home with phenobarbitol for Tucker), the family soon headed to Vanderbilt, moving in with Rosenbalm. Tucker would sometimes have 60 - 100 seizures a day which are severely damaging to the brain. Discussions were had about removing a part of Tucker’s brain, and there was talk about using life-risking steroid injections plus repeated adjustments to the balance of Tucker’s medication in attempts to control his seizures. And then it all stopped. When Tucker turned 4 months old, his seizures suddenly and miraculously ended.

But the damage had been done. Tucker was left developmentally impaired. While at 2 years old he sat up, his parents had to carry him everywhere and at 3-anda-half years, Sunny realized that something had to be done. Like many families with a physically impaired child, carrying the child everywhere would eventually result in someone getting hurt. That’s when Rosenbalm started making calls. “I spent hours on Vanderbilt’s Pathfinder and making phone calls to see what we could do,” she says. The only organization she could find that would build a wheelchair ramp or do other home modifications was United Cerebral Palsy, but the waiting list was extensive and besides, families have to show financial need. “There’s a loophole,” Rosenbalm says. If you make too much money you can’t get the help you need with adapting your home — if you do qualify, you are going to wait. Rosenbalm took matters into her own hands. “I never thought that age 54 I would be starting a nonprofit,” she says, “But I know this is the path God has put me on and I am grateful,” she adds. She says what she does is for all the kids like her grandson, but also for special needs families. “They are the most sacrificial people I’ve ever met,” Rosenbalm says. “And there is a large segment of families that fall through the cracks — families who become isolated.” Tucker’s House partners with special needs families to connect them to resources that will adapt their homes to help the special child reach his full potential. The not-for-profit performs home assessments, provides construction management and aid for qualifying families while facilitating home installations. With a background in architectural design and having a husband as a builder, creating Tucker’s House came naturally to Rosenbalm who says she is thrilled with the progress she’s seen with it. “We have an amazing board working for this now,” says Rosenbalm. Tucker’s House now provides home rehabilitation and repair services to special needs families in Davidson, Maury, Rutherford and Williamson counties and is made possible by donations and fundraising. — susan day

tucker’s house Learn more about and donate to Tucker’s House at the newly launched web site: tuckershouse.org. Find more resources for developmentally impaired children at: kc.vanderbilt.edu/pathfinder

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special needs spotlight: special kids

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aring for children of special needs is what Special Kids does best. It’s a Christian, non-profit organization that gives therapeutic rehabilitation and professional nursing services to children with special needs ages birth to 21 years. “Special Kids sees children based on physician referral,” says Ginger Warf, director of marketing at Special Kids. “We were founded on the pillar that no child would ever be turned away because the family could not pay for services. We offer our services to every child in need and have served more than 2,200 children from 11 counties in Middle Tennessee since opening our doors in 1998. Our hope is for every child that comes through our doors to have the fullest life possible and for them and their family to experience the love of Christ through our staff.” Special Kids is located at 202 Arnette St., Murfreesboro. Call 890-1003 or visit specialkidstn.com. — kiera ashford

educational resources for Special Needs Children TN Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia 200 N. Baird Lane, Murfreesboro MTSU Box 397 494-8880 • mtsu.edu/dyslexia Assist K - 12 students with dyslexia, their teachers and their families. Services are free or at very low cost to all Tennessee residents. They also create public awareness about dyslexia, offer assessments for dyslexia, consultation services for parents and school personnel, and professional development opportunities for schools. An online course is also available. First Steps 690-3091 • firststepsnashville.org Educates and cares for children with special needs and medical needs alongside their typically developing peers in inclusive environments and support for their families. Bridges Voice/TTY • 248-8828 Video • 290-5147 hearingbridges.org Provides after-school programs in Nashville for children in grades 1 - 12 who are deaf or hard of hearing, including tutoring and life-skills training. Offers support, counseling and preventative services for the hard of hearing. Offers summer camps for children 8 - 18 who are deaf, hard of hearing and

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hearing. Offers classes to the community in Speechreading, American Sign Language and Baby Signs. High Hopes Preschool and Pediatric Therapy Clinic 1647 Mallory Lane Ste. 103, Brentwood 661-5437 • highhopesnash.org Year-round preschool for ages 6 weeks to pre-k. Pediatric therapy clinic has a strength-training gym, one sensory gym, private therapy rooms and an orthotic room to provide occupational, physical, speech, listening, feeding and music therapies for ages birth - 21 years. KidLink Treatment Services 800-726-4032 kidlinktreatmentservices.com Specialized development of IEPs for children with autism, ADD, ADHD, emotional disorders and learning disabilities. Kids on the Block 279-0058 • kobnashville.org An educational program for grades K - 6 utilizing puppetry to teach children health and disability information. Project HELP 898-2458 • mtsu.edu/projecthelp Early intervention for ages birth to 3 years who have disabilities or developmental delays.

Chloe Truelove works with her physical therapist Jill Peacock at Special Kids

Prospect Child Development 444-0597 • prospectinc.com Early intervention program for families with children ages birth to 3 years with developmental delays in the Wilson County area. Regional Intervention Program (RIP) Franklin • 849-5236 Gallatin • 451-9618 Murfreesboro • 890-4622 Nashville • 963-1177 ripnetwork.org Program for families with preschoolers who are having difficulties in behavior and/or development. Also offers parenting classes. Susan Gray School for Children Peabody College at Vanderbilt University 230 Appleton Place, Nashville 322-8200 peabody.vanderbilt.edu/sgs.xml A nationally recognized school for children with developmental delays or who are at risk. The year round early intervention and inclusive preschool programs serve ages birth - kindergarten with and without developmental disabilities.

Tennesee’s Early Intervention Services (TEIS) • 800-852-7157 tn.gov/education/teis A voluntary educational program for families with children birth through 2 years with disabilities or developmental delays. Tennessee School for the Blind 115 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Nashville 231-7300 • tnschoolfortheblind.org A state-run K - 12 school for the blind and visually impaired. VSA Arts Tennessee 826-5252 • vsaartstennessee.org Enriching the lives of people with disabilities through the arts. Offers camps, awards programs, exhibitions, training and resources. WAVES 794-7955 • wavesinc.com A United Way early intervention program for children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays in Williamson County.

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Bullies and t There’s more awareness of bullying than ever before, but the psycho-social games continue in school hallways, locker rooms, on buses and on playgrounds. Different programs are in place, but a new one may bring about a solution.

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y son was in tears. He said this boy was kicking him in class. This was the same boy we thought was his new friend — who attended his birthday party, went to the movies with him, played at our house,” says Kim of Brentwood, recalling the bullying of her son at middle school. “I was furious and I was really hurting for my son. I wanted to know why this kid had turned on him,” she recalls. “I also wanted to know where the teacher was when this was going on, and why didn’t he notice?” Bullying. The age-old problem that never goes away. Recently, national news headlines have shocked the country with tragic stories of teens who’ve committed suicide because they’ve been pushed too far by taunting classmates. You may not know it, but chances are bullying is a daily problem for a child who lives in your own community, rides your neighborhood school bus and attends your local school. He may be your neighbor, your child’s friend or even your own child. “My husband and I went to the school and met with one of the principals,” Kim says. “ The school was responsive and the bully was dealt with. We talked to our son about sticking up for himself, but it’s difficult for a quiet, insecure kid to find his voice.” So if an insecure kid gets bullied and doesn’t mention it ... where’s the safety net? At home? At school? What’s in place for kids who get picked on when they’re away from home?

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What is bullying? Let’s backtrack. Bullying is when one person intentionally hurts another person — repeatedly — over a period of time. It involves an imbalance of power with the victim having a difficult time defending himself. Many different forms of bullying exist, including verbal, physical, racial, sexual and cyber. Kids may be threatened, socially excluded or isolated. Bullying is intentional in nature and persistent and not surprisingly, the types of bullying methods used by kids vary depending on gender. Boys tend to use physical intimidation tactics in their bullying, where girls are more likely to use subtle methods, such as verbal abuse. Research reveals that in 2010, about one in seven students in kindergarten through 12th grade either bullied, or was a victim of bullying. Fifteen percent of all students who don’t show up for school say it’s out of fear of being bullied. And additionally, research shows that bullying is on the rise, mostly due to cyber bullying, as kids spend more time texting and online with social media. Schools say they aren’t responsible for cyberbullying, but with more and more schools allowing students to have cell phones and other technology at school, this isn’t going to cut it for long. Statistics underscore what’s been reported for so long and of late in national news: There is a strong connection between being bullied and suicide — now even given its own term — bullycide. Suicide rates among adolescents have grown more than 50 percent in the past 30 years.

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Anne, a Franklin mom, knew something was seriously wrong when her fourth grade son came home from school famished every day. She decided to join him at lunch one spring day and found him sitting at a table, alone, slumped over his tray. She knew her son was having problems with another boy in the class who was excluding him, and was trying to coach him through it, but she didn’t know how dire the situation had become. “‘The year is almost over — it will be over soon.’ that’s what my son’s response was,” says Anne. “The bully would alienate him on the playground, throw spitballs at him. Nobody joined in, but nobody stood up for my son either,” she recalls. The bully even tried to push her son, who had a broken arm at the time, down the stairs. The bully, who Anne says was “written-up” twice for what he’d done to her son — and would have been expelled had it happened again — seemed to come from a troubled family going through a transition. Although somewhat sympathetic, she adds, “Don’t make your troubles mine. “My son’s grades and self-esteem were so low,” Anne remembers. At the beginning of the following year, she says his teacher described her son as “depressed.” “He lost all kinds of social skills and was withdrawn and intimidated,” she says. Anne sought professional help for her son and he is now back to himself as a thriving sixth grader. As for the bully, he moved on to another kid before his family moved away, but looking back, where was the school in all of this? Did no one notice the boy sitting alone?

Is your child being bullied? Some children tell their parents or a teacher if another child is picking on them. Others don’t, and therefore, suffer in silence. “Our son didn’t tell us for months. I had to pull it out of him when I noticed he seemed down and just wasn’t acting like himself,” recalls Kim. Signs of emotional or verbal bullying are more subtle and therefore more difficult to notice. They include a reluctance to go to school and indications that self-image is faltering.

Signs that your child is being bullied can include: • Becoming withdrawn • Fearful when it’s time to go to school • Speaking fearfully of another child • Increasing signs of depression • Declining grades • Noticeable decline in self-perception • Signs of physical altercations; bruises, scrapes

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School challenges “Quite a few years ago, we started a push on relationship building with the kids,” says Dianne O’Neil, Safe & Drug Free Schools Coordinator for Williamson County Schools. Middle Tennessee schools offer various programs to aid in that effort, ones that bring awareness of bullying to children, ones that teach

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children what to do about bullying and others, all aimed at supporting kids. meetings, school rules against bullying and a refining of the school’s Some of the programs Williamson County employs are Capturing Kids supervisory system. Hearts, Life Skills and Challenge Days. In Rutherford County, a “Respect The Tennessee Department of Education in collaboration with STARS and Protect” umbrella includes 10 different programs aimed at meeting Nashville and Clemson University recently announced the availability of certification training for Olweus, but school districts must purchase the the needs of their students and in Metro Nashville Schools, students in programs individually. grades 5 - 12 are sent home with a “Code of Acceptable Student Behavior and Discipline,” which they are supposed to read with their parents and “It’s been approved for all the (Williamson County) schools,” reveals sign. But perhaps the most wide-spread program available in Middle TenO’Neil. She says OBPP is currently at Grassland, Heritage and Page nessee schools is STARS (Students Taking a Right Stand) which works Middle schools, and is being implemented this school year at Kenrose with schools to help students overcome social and emotional barriers to Elementary. “For those schools that make that commitment, we see a big learning, including bullying. STARS places trained counselors directly into reduction in bullying,” says Johnson, who is a big proponent of OBPP. Avschools as many as five days a week, and at-risk kids are referred to a erage reductions of 20 to 70 percent in student reports of being bullied and STARS counselor by a teacher or guidance counselor for help. STARS bullying others are seen in schools that adopt the program, according to Clubs also exist in conjunction with the school’s Student Executive Council. OBPP. Training for OBPP is offered by STARS at various times throughout Across the country, numerous programs have been used to counter the the year, but finding time for training is an issue for schools. bullying that continues to take place. Many suggest that the answer lies within student bodies themselves: if the kids won’t permit a bullying culture (please turn the page) as a student body, it is helpful. But various studies show that bullying can occur as a result of social status, too, so the complexities of the issue are deep ... and often feel unreachable. And cyberbullying has made the whole thing worse. STARS Associate Executive Director Eric Johnson who oversees Williamson County Schools, believes kids are bulOne in seven students in grades lying more these days and that cyberbullying adds another kindergarten through 12 is either dimension to the overall problem. “It’s easier, and there are a bully or has been a victim of more ways to do it. It’s quicker,” he says of the technology. bullying. And let’s add one more component: it’s done in secret. How is anyone supposed to monitor that?

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The Olweus Bullying Prevention Program In what many parents and educators consider significant news with potentially far-reaching effects, The Olweus Bullying Prevention Program (OBPP), a research-based, internationally proven program that’s been shown to reduced bullying in the school setting, is gaining traction here. Authored by Dan Olweus, a Swedish professor of psychology, OBPP was first implemented in Norway in the 1980s where its success led to further use throughout Europe. It was first introduced in American schools in 1994 and now has wide distribution in more than 6,000 schools nationwide. According to Olweus himself, “The basic message is clear: bullying is a large problem in schools, but with a suitable intervention program, it is possible to considerably reduce it. An effective anti-bullying program can be implemented relatively easily and without major cost; it is primarily a question of changing attitudes, knowledge, behavior and routines in school life.” To be clear, Olweus is not a classroom curriculum, but a school-wide, systems-change program at four levels: schoolwide, classroom, individual and community. The school-level components establish a “Bullying Prevention Coordinating Committee” in addition to committee and staff trainings, group

About 160,000 students in the United States miss school every day out of fear of being bullied. About 71 percent of students report bullying as an ongoing problem.

The top years for bullying include fourth through eighth grades in which 90 percent of students reported as victims of some kind of bullying. 54 percent of students reported that witnessing physical abuse at home can lead to violence in school. Source: bullyingstatistics.org

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special report Reporting an incident O’Neil says if your child says he is being bullied at school, you should talk to your child first, get the facts together and listen. If your child is in elementary school, report it to his teacher or the school counselor; if he is in middle or high school, report it to the school counselor. “They will involve other adults as needed,” she says. And as for your child — whether he’s the bully or the bullied — you can set in place an immediate support system by contacting your child’s teachers and other parents to ask them to keep an eye out. Communities need all kinds of eyes out to protect children, whether at school, sports practice or anywhere. Not one entity can be to blame for kids getting picked on when they are away from home. But one thing is clear: “Children learn from their parents how to behave and interact with others,” says bullying researcher Elizabeth Sweeney on sciencedaily.com. “If they’re learning about aggression and angry words at home, they will tend to use those behaviors as coping mechanisms when they interact with their peers.” Likewise, children raised by nurturing, warm, responsive parents are less likely to be bullies, Sweeney says. J Katie Hamm is a local writer and mother.

Olweus in Schools Following are the key components of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program as written by Dan Olweus. ++ core component; + highly desirable component GENERAL PREREQUISITES ++ awareness and involvement on the part of adults MEASURES AT SCHOOL LEVEL + + questionnaire survey + school conference day ++ effective supervision during break times ++ educational teacher discussion groups ++ formation of coordinating group MEASURES AT CLASS LEVEL ++ class rules against bullying ++ class meetings with students + meetings with parents of the class MEASURES AT THE INDIVIDUAL LEVEL ++ serious talks with bullies and victims ++ serious talks with parents of involved students + development of individual intervention plans

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How to Bully-Proof Your Child From education.com, the next time you become concerned about something you’re hearing from school, remember these four Rs. They can make all the difference.

RECOGNIZE what’s happening. Maybe your child is being teased or physically attacked; or perhaps just repeatedly shut out of a group. Your first step — after getting your breath back, of course — is to listen to the facts, all of them. Don’t flinch. When you listen, you take a crucial first step in helping your child overcome victimization.

RELATE to the school. Tempting as it may be to withdraw, don’t. No school wants bullying problems, but even the most talented professional can miss furtive teasing, shoving or exclusion. Establish a relationship with the school. Identify a staff person that you trust. Your school is not the enemy; bullying behavior is. Make the school your ally.

REPORT incidents. When your child describes any kind of bullying, you have a responsibility: report it. This can be frustrating if the school claims it’s never happened before. Remember that they may not be aware of the problem yet — that’s your job. Try not to blame or get defensive, but don’t back away either.

RECORD what happened and how it was handled. Schools keep discipline records, but you need them, too. Write down times, dates and actions — and don’t hesitate to pull out the list and bring it back to school if something happens again. When schools and parents handle bullying problems right, they can teach lessons about justice and safety that make children stronger for life. Source: Education.com

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hile America toils in discontent, NOW is the time to remind ourselves what we should be thankful for: our lives, our health, our children. Yes, the economy is bad, but children don’t really understand these things. What they DO understand is Mom’s and Dad’s stress. Or that this year things aren’t quite as easy at home as they were in the past. Finding ways to raise thankful, empathetic children is harder than ever. But two easy steps you can take are in giving thanks audibly on a regular basis and in encouraging empathy. Learning to say, “Thank you,” comes from parents modeling this to their children. Empathy is a bit trickier. No matter how many sermons you give on “poor, starving children in the world” when your children don’t eat dinner, the quickest way to get kids to tune out is to lecture them on how they should feel. What we CAN do is encourage them to think about other people’s feelings. Steven Carr Reuben, Ph.D., author of Raising Ethical Children (Prima Lifestyles) says that in talking with children, it works best to ask them to respond to the question, “How would I like it if the situation were reversed?” Whether the issue is not bothering to write a thank you note to grandma for a birthday gift, or speaking rudely to a friend, asking, “How would you like it?” is a powerful question, far more effective than any parental pronouncement.

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We live in a “me, me, me” society that makes it easy to get sucked into a black hole of thankless living, says Drew Leder, M.D., author of Games for the Soul: 40 Ways to Find Fun and Fulfillment in a Stressful World (Hyperion). Because of this, gratitude is counter cultural. For children to be grateful for what they have, parents need to begin early — as soon as verbal interaction begins — and continually reinforce it throughout adolescence. This is an ongoing operation that requires constant support and encouragement. The bottom line, Leder says: Our children learn from everything we say and do. If we cheat, they’ll cheat. If we lie, they’ll lie. If we complain about all the things that we don’t have and choose to ignore what we do, then so will our children. Ingratitude is contagious and we risk raising ungrateful children if we’re not careful. — susan day

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Here are some local places to introduce your children to the spirit of volunteerism: Donelson Place Care and Rehabilitation Center 885-0483 • signaturehealthcarellc.com Ages 14 and older can entertain elderly patients by playing games, reading to them and more. You can also take part in the Adopt-a-Grandparent program. Hands-on Nashville 298-1108 • hon.org On November 11, Hands-On Nashville launches a new website to serve Middle Tennessee’s volunteers. Hon.org will be “down” between Nov. 8 and 10, however a Hands-On Nashville “Holiday Volunteer Guide” will be in its place. Volunteering is available for ages 5 and older to help with Family Sort Nights for Second Harvest Food Bank, while Youth Volunteer Corps for ages 11 - 18 allows kids to sign up for service projects.

Salvation Army 242-0411, ext. 109 • salarmy-nashville.org All ages can ring bells for kettle collections. Teens can help sort and distribute Angel Tree donations. Second Harvest Food Bank 329-3491 • secondharvestmidtn.org Ages 12 and older can help sort and box food, and ages 9 and older can help pack backpacks on Thursday nights from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Walden’s Puddle 299-9938 • waldenspuddle.org Ages 16 and older can help care for the animals by cleaning cages, feeding, assisting with public programs and more.

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Local Toy Drives Start this Month Many children will be going without this coming holiday season. Make a point of enlisting YOUR children’s help in gathering items for others.

Toys for Tots: Facilitated by the U.S. Marines, now through Friday, Dec. 9, you can drop off a new, unwrapped toy in a bin at all area Toys R Us and Babies R Us locations in Middle Tennessee. Find other businesses hosting drop-off bins by clicking on the website’s “Toy Drop-Offs” tab. Families in need can find area registration locations, dates and requirements by clicking on “Request Toys.” Visit http://nashville-tn.toysfortots.org.

Salvation Army’s angel tree program: Donate toys to needy children ages 12 and younger in Davidson, Williamson, Sumner and Cheatham counties through the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program. Beginning Saturday, Nov. 12, pick a paper angel off a tree at The Mall at Green Hills, Cool Springs Galleria, Hickory Hollow Mall and RiverGate Mall, then shop for the boy or girl you select, and return your gifts to Angel Tree volunteers at the malls. All gifts must be returned by Saturday, Dec. 3. The Salvation Army also seeks volunteers (including teens) to man Angel Tree booths at the malls and help in the warehouse. To volunteer, contact Misty Ratcliff at 242-0411 or misty_ratcliff@uss. salvationarmy.org. To learn more about the Angel Tree Program, visit salarmynashville.org.

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in the Holloway High School Gym 619 S. Highland Ave., Murfreesboro 390-0982 abovetherimgym.com Offering year-round after-school basketball programs for individuals and groups ages 6 - 17. We take skills to a higher level, stressing fundamentals and shaping character. Developmental program for boys and girls ages 7 - 16. All skill levels welcome. Travel basketball program also available. AAU Member.

Ann Carroll School of Dance

1121 Harpeth Industrial Court, Franklin 790-6468 anncarrollschoolofdance.com • di@anncarrollschoolofdance.com Offering dance, voice and acting for children grade 1 - college. Students study ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, voice, monologue and a play. Guest teachers teach vocal and acting audition training and more.

Advantage Models and Talent

230 Franklin Road, Ste. 802, Franklin 790-5001 advantagemodel.com • info@advantagemodel.com Dream of being on TV, a fashion model, on Broadway … ? Start experiencing your dream! New modeling classes begin Oct. 4. Classes are on Tuesdays for $100 per month. Walk the Runway, Photo Posing, Nutrition, Interview Skills, and Etiquette and Acting for Television Classes available for $75 per month. TV Commercial, Monologue, Scene Study, and Cold Read classes also available. Ages 3 and up. Call for times or to register. Advantage helps talent realize their potential in an encouraging environment through quality training, superior representation, and successful talent placement in National and International markets.

Barfield School of Dance

7982 Coley Davis Road, Bellevue 662-4819 danceinbloom.com • info@danceinbloom.com Located just off I-40 and Hwy. 70 in Bellevue, Dance in Bloom offers excellent classes for ages 2 and up. Quality training (with an emphasis on proper technique and terminology) is offered in a fun and upbeat environment. Classes available in creative movement, ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, hip-hop, pom and tumbling. Fun and affordable birthday party packages are also available!

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diamondacademyofdance@gmail.com 587-7903 Coming soon to the Providence area! A new level of dance instruction to Wilson County. We are proud to be serving Mt. Juliet and surrounding areas. Dance instruction for ages 18 mos. to adult. Energetic, friendly, loving instructors certified in all areas of dance, specialized pre-school programs and Zumba. Ready and willing to treat your child like the precious gem they are.

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Serving All of Middle Tennessee 715-1232 boltonmusictherapy@gmail.com Offering individual and group music therapy services, regular and adaptive guitar and piano lessons, parent-child music classes and musical birthday parties. Drumming classes designed to improve communication and leisure skills for children with developmental disabilities starting soon in Murfreesboro and Franklin. Our mission is to use music to look beyond limitations and discover the ability of each child.

Bounce U of Nashville

2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville 255-1422 bounceu.com/cities/nashville.tn • nashville.tn@bounceu.com BounceU is the ultimate party and play experience. Now featuring Cosmic Glow parties and open bounces, Parents Night Out, and Mom’s Day out options. Fun, private and always clean. 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.

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EBDT Dance and Arts Center - Eccentrique Backbone Dance Theatre

103 Confederate Drive, Ste. 1, Franklin 599-7003 ebdtdanceandarts.ning.com • ebdtdance@ureach.com Promoting adult dance, fitness and the performing arts for ages 2 - 70+. Small classes, economical fee, workshops and loft-style classrooms with sprung floors. Faith-based, non-recital school. Non-mandatory in-school dance concerts to teach performance skills.

206B Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 203, Franklin 593-2491 championballroomcenter.com Champion Ballroom Center is excited to bring ballroom and latin dancing to Williamson County! Located right on Cool Spring Blvd., this beautiful new facility will begin a kids ballroom dance program in August. Pre-registration is required so call or visit our website today. Kids classes start mid-August. The studio also holds private and group ballroom lessons for adults, wedding lessons, martial arts, zumba, yoga and social dances.

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871 Seven Oaks Blvd., Smyrna 459-5512 cmegym.com • cmegym@aol.com Creative Me offers a variety of programs in gymnastics, fitness and cheerleading for ages 18 mos. - 12 yrs. Our goal is to bring out the champion in every child in a fun environment that builds self-esteem and character. We encourage and reward trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship. Now enrolling for fall classes. Also offering birthday parties and kids’ night out.

1710 Gen. George Patton Drive, Ste. 108, Brentwood 202-6426 firstlightaa.org Art instruction for enthusiastic kids, teens and adults. The curriculum, written by director, Dennas Davis, takes artists from beginners through advanced, and builds their skills and knowledge so they can pursue their dreams with confidence. Our approach is discovery oriented too. We don’t teach style, but try to help each student find their own way. Check our website for more information and a schedule of classes. 1885 Gen. George Patton Drive, Franklin 377-9606 franklinschoolofperformingarts.com • info@franklinschoolofperformingarts.com Offering unrivaled quality dance and drama training, a conservative dress code, choreography content that will not embarrass the grandparents and artistic integrity that doesn’t give our pop culture more attention than it needs. We are especially proud of our teen-aged student body for projecting themselves with dignity and graciousness, serving as positive role models for our younger students. continued on page 65 ...

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1506 22nd Ave. N, Nashville 484-0855 readyforspanish.com • info@readyforspanish.com Explore the Spanish language, customs and cultures. Students will develop vocabulary and apply their knowledge through games, songs, dances, crafts, sports, stories and dialogs. New Mommie and Me classes! Introductory Spanish class for babies, infants, toddlers and parents. Includes music, singing, dancing, story time, crafts and more.

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5511 Edmondson Pike, Ste. 102, Nashville 777-9341 Classes also at satellite locations in Franklin and West Meade themusicclass.com/nashville For infants - 4 yrs. with a parent or caregiver. Fun-filled classes of singing, dancing, movement and instrument play. Parents learn how to enrich their child’s music environment, increase music potential and understand music development. Each class is 45 minutes long. Families receive our award-winning CD and songbook with a variety of sounds and activities designed to stimulate musical learning.

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Stevens Family Taekwondo

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he most wonderful time of the year comes alive this month during Holiday at Cheekwood. A nod to its current exhibit, Vision of the American West, the festivities celebrate “A Frontier Christmas,” with décor representing traditions of the Plains Indians and wild West cowboys. View western-themed trees in the museum during the five-week run, and kids can enjoy Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Nov. 26 (see “The Parent Planner” beginning on page 105 for details). New this year is Santa Saturdays; each week, kids can visit St. Nick from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (12 - 3 p.m. on Nov. 26) and for an additional fee leave with a photo souvenir. Families can participate in Saturday AM Holiday Art Activities from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. as well as cookie decorating from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Preschoolers and their parents can have fun with holiday-themed Tuesdays for Tots programs from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. each week, and more activities are on tap in December. Cheekwood is located at 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville. Hours are Tue - Sat 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Admission is $12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger. Call 356-8000 or visit cheekwood.org.

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tue 1 Animal Antics All ages can meet the hedgehog. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. FREE Cars 2 Tour See life-size remote control versions

of Lightning McQueen, Mater and Finn McMissile, play on inflatables, win giveaways, enjoy games and more. The Avenue Murfreesboro, 2615 Medical Center Pkwy.; 1 - 4 p.m.; facebook. com/pixarcars (click on “Events”).

Parents & Tots Preschoolers and their parents can participate in a pumpkin patch program. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300. FREE Trinity Christmas Music City View more than 1 million lights on 30 acres and tour Conway Twitty’s former home and the TBN studios through Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2012. Trinity Broadcasting Network, 1 Music Village Blvd., Hendersonville; studio and home tours take place Tue - Sat 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; property remains open until 10 p.m. each night for light tours; additional activities take place Fri - Sat from 5 - 9 p.m. between Thanksgiving and Christmas; 826-9191 or trinitychristmascity.com. Tuesdays for Tots: All Saints Day Preschoolers and their parents can create silly skulls in honor of All Saints Day and El Dia de los Muertos. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org. Vince Gill & Friends for STARS Take in an evening of country music with Vince Gill and special surprise guests. Proceeds benefit Students Taking a Right Stand (STARS). Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave S., Nashville; 6:30 p.m. reception, 8 p.m. concert; $175 regular tickets, $275 patron tickets (includes premium seating and a post-concert meet and greet with Gill); 983-6805 or starsnashville.org.

wed 2 FREE Open House Day All ages can tour the facility and Vince Gill headlines a benefit for Students Taking a Right Stand on Tuesday, Nov. 1 at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

have astronomers answer their questions. Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 373-4897 or dyer.vanderbilt.edu.

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Parents & Tots Please see Tuesday, Nov. 1 listing. Snack Attack! All ages can make chicken dippers. Discovery

Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

thu 3 Creation Station All ages can make cardboard tube owls. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Dancing with the Nashville Stars This fundraiser for Feed America First includes dinner, a silent auction and a dance competition featuring local personalities. The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; 6 - 9 p.m.; $75; feedamericafirst.com. Dine Out for Juvenile Diabetes Bring the coupon on page

72 and participating restaurants — Amber Leaf, Chick-fil-A, Chili’s, Grecians, Larriviere’s, Lenny’s, Painturo’s, Whippoorwill and Zaxby’s in Gallatin, along with all Buffalo Wild Wings in Sumner and Davidson counties — will donate 10 - 15 percent of your purchase to the Junior Service League of Gallatin’s initiative to send two local children with Type 1 diabetes to summer camp next year. The event runs from 4 - 8 p.m.; facebook.com/event. php?eid=261365753902417.

Nature Nuts All ages can learn about recycling. Discovery

Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

SunTrust Classical Series: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto Violinist Karen Gomyo and the Nashville Symphony

Chorus join the Nashville Symphony for an evening of music featuring works by Tchaikovsky, Borodin and Ravel. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $39 - $109; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Tuning In Nashville Artist Gretchen Peters headlines an evening of music to benefit the Nashville Educational, Community and Arts Television (NECAT) network. NECAT PEG Studios at Nashville State Community College, 120 White Bridge Road, Nashville; 6:30 - 9 p.m.; $25 (includes dinner and drink tickets); necat.tv.

Wilson Elementary PTO Chili Supper Feast on chili, hot

dogs and dessert, play games and bid in a silent auction. Wilson Elementary School, 1545 Cut Off Road, Murfreesboro; 5 - 7:30 p.m.; $5 ages 4 and older ($20 for a family pass), games are 50 cents per ticket; 904-3840.

fri 4 Celebrate Reading Ages 3 and older can join zoo staff and

characters for stories and snacks. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road; 10:30 a.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $9 ages 3 - 12); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

FREE Family Movie Night All ages can enjoy a family-

friendly movie on the big screen. Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 349 Chaney Road, Smyrna; 7 p.m.; cornerstonetn.org.

SunTrust Classical Series: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto Please see Thursday, Nov. 3 listing. Wetland Walk All ages can take a guided tour through the

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See stiltwalkers and other performers during the 15th Annual Elves’ Faire at Linden Waldorf School on Saturday, Nov. 5.

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Private School Open Houses It’s Fall in Middle Tennessee

and that means Private School Open Houses! If you are considering a private education for your child, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know many of the private schools in Middle Tennessee. You’ll find this month’s Calendar is chockfull of ads for these Open Houses. Keep on turning the pages – all the way to the page 88 – to find more.

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oliday hoopla abounds at Bass Pro Shop this season with the return of Santa’s Wonderland. More than 3,500 square feet of space heralds child-like Christmas cheer with several free activities every day for all ages to enjoy. Mingle with elves, write (and mail) letters to St. Nick, participate in holiday craft activities, take aim in the Red Ryder Laser Arcade and the soft gun range, drive slot cars, decorate cookies and have a complimentary photo taken with Santa. New this year, the first 150 kids who enter Santa’s Wonderland Mon - Fri between 5 and 7 p.m. will get a free Santa Bandz bracelet. Santa’s arrival on Saturday, Nov. 5 is at 5 p.m. by way of a Tracker boat. Stick around for hot chocolate and cookies. Most activities happen during the store’s operating hours (Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.), while others (like craft activities) are available on specific days of the week throughout the season. Free photos with Santa take place Mon - Fri 3 - 8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m. Bass Pro Shop is located at 323 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville. Call 514-5200 or visit basspro.com/santa and click on the local store for a complete schedule of events.

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Wine Down Main Street Adults can enjoy a wine-tasting event hosted by downtown merchants. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Franklin/Williamson County. Main Street in Downtown Franklin; 7 - 10 p.m.; $75; winedownmainstreet.com.

sat 5 15th Annual Elves’ Faire All ages can have fun with activities like archery, jousting, making beeswax candles, creating wands, puppet shows, roving music, dance performances, handcrafted gift shopping and more. Linden Waldorf School, 3201 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $5 ages 3 and older; 354-0270 or elvesfaire.org. 21st Annual Holiday Craft Bazaar & Eighth Annual Kris Kringle Kar Klassic Get your holiday shopping

underway with more than 150 vendors who will have items like fine art, jewelry, pet products, novelty clothing, baby goods, home décor and more. While Mom tackles her shopping list, Dad can enjoy the car show, featuring more than 70 classic and modified automobiles. The kids can bring their wish lists to share with Santa and his elves. Williamson County AgExpo Center, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin; Sat 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun 12 - 4 p.m. (Santa hours are Sat 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sun 1 - 3 p.m.; photos are $3); $2 ages 13 and older, free ages 12 and younger; 790-5719, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com.

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Cumberland Division Model Train Show/Sale and Division Meet All ages can visit more than 30 dealer tables, view

HO- and N-scale operating model railroads and more. Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $4 adults, $1 ages 11 and younger, $10 family max, free for scouts in uniform; 244-9001 or tcry.org.

FREE Elzie Patton Expo Shop for holiday gifts from artists,

crafters and businesses from across Middle Tennessee, see pottery demonstrations, enjoy live music and storytelling, participate in do-it-yourself craft activities and more. Elzie Patton Elementary School, 1003 Woodridge Place, Mount Juliet; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 773-9630 or elsiepattonexpo.com.

FREE Fairy Storytime All ages can listen to a fairy story then watch a screening of Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org. FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop Ages 5 - 12 can make Veterans Day picture frames from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. To find a store near you, visit homedepot.com. Junior League of Murfreesboro’s 2011 Hollyday Marketplace More than 100 vendors will sell items including gifts,

art, home décor and more. Proceeds benefit local charities and community partners. Embassy Suites Hotel, 1200 Conference Center Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $5 in advance, $7 at the door; jlmonline.org.

Living History Tour Local actors in period attire portray some of the city’s most influential early citizens buried on site. Nashville City Cemetery, 1001 Fourth Ave. S., Nashville; 1 - 5 p.m.; $5 individuals, $10 families; 862-7970 or thenashvillecitycemetery.org. FREE MJCA Shopping Extravaganza Get a jump start on your holiday shopping with more than 50 vendors selling home décor, pottery, candles, handbags, baby items, baskets, food and more. The event also includes a silent auction. Mt. Juliet Christian Academy, 735 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 758-2427 or mjca.org.

Saturday AM: Cultural Creations Families can make a creation in celebration of El Dia de los Muertos. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Shakespeare Allowed All ages can participate in (or just listen to) a reading of The Two Noble Kinsmen. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 1 - 4 p.m.; nashvilleshakes.org.

SunTrust Classical Series: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto Please see Thursday, Nov. 3 listing. FREE Super Saturday All ages can play on the kids’ activity table, participate in craft projects and enjoy cookies and lemonade. Parent-Teacher Stores: 2214 Bandywood Drive, Nashville (292-3533); 203 Williamson Square, Franklin (599-3477); 131 John Rice Blvd., Murfreesboro (895-6131); and 780 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville (859-3007); parent-teacherstoreusa.com.

FREE Veterans Day Parade The town of Nolensville hosts its annual parade honoring service men and women featuring bands, clowns, floats, dancers and more. Parade begins on Oldham Road, then right on Dortch Lane, left onto Stonebrook Boulevard and right on Nolensville Road; 11 a.m.; 773-3633 or nolensvillevets@comcast.net

FREE West Fest All ages can enjoy food, inflatables, games, vendor booths, a silent auction and more. West Elementary, 9315 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; admission is free but some activities require 50-cent tickets; 758-5846. (please turn the page)

Brooke Bryant stars in Juni B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! at Nashville Children’s Theatre, Nov. 1 - Dec. 18. Please see “On Stage,” page 101, for details.

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Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Pet Portraits with Santa Have your pet’s picture snapped

Snack Attack! All ages can make kids’ sangria. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

with Santa with all proceeds benefiting the Nashville Humane Association. Grannis Photography, 2817 Columbine Place, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $40 (includes one 5x7 and two 3x5 prints); 352-1010 or nashvillehumane.org.

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Animal Antics All ages can meet the scorpion, tarantula and new hissing cockroaches. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

challenge the Cincinnati Bengals. LP Field, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 3:05 p.m.; $43 - $83; 565-4200 or titansonline.com.

features a live performance by singer/songwriter Sonia Lee. Proceeds benefit Renewal House, a family-centered treatment and recovery community for women and their children. Millennium Maxwell House Hotel, 2025 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville; 5 - 7 p.m.; $75; 255-5222 or renewalhouse.org.

mon 7 Parents & Tots Preschoolers and their parents can explore the size of things. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E.

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Drumline Live This American marching band show combines choreography with the sounds of hip-hop, R&B, classic Motown and the brass band tradition. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $29 - $54; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

painting projects in the studio. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

wed 9 45th Annual CMA Music Awards Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood host country music’s biggest night. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $110 - $546.50; 7702000 or bridgestonearena.com.

FREE 4-H with Mr. Shirley Ages 8 - 12 can participate in

various educational programs based on science, engineering and technology. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 4 - 5 p.m.; 893-7439.

Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Nov. 17 listing. Snack Attack! Please see Monday, Nov. 7 listing.

Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Nov. 17 listing. Tuesdays for Tots: Painting Possibilities Preschoolers and their parents can dress for a mess and have fun with

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thu 10 Bank of America Pops Series: The Very Best of John Denver Vocalist Mike Eldred joins the Nashville Symphony to

present an evening of John Denver’s hits. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $44 - $129; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

CMA Country Christmas Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles

hosts an evening of holiday music performed by country stars. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $27.50; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

Creation Station All ages can make cardboard tube owls. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Nature Nuts All ages can participate in a “That’s Just Trash” program. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300.

fri 11 Veterans Day Bank of America Pops Series: The Very Best of John Denver Please see Thursday, Nov. 10 listing. Celebrate Reading Ages 3 and older can join zoo staff and

characters for stories and snacks. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road; 10:30 a.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $9 ages 3 - 12); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

Christmas Village More than 230 merchants show and sell

their holiday arts and crafts. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Ave., Nashville; Fri 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m.; $10 ages 10 and older, free ages 9 and younger; 256-2726 or christmasvillage.org.

FREE Military Day at Sam Davis Home Admission is free today for military men and women and their immediate families. Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 459-2341 or samdavishome.org. FREE Veterans Day Parade Enjoy a parade honoring our

local service men and women. Parade route is Broadway at the interstate to Third Avenue, Nashville; 11 a.m.; 883-8185.

Wetland Walk All ages can take a guided tour through the

wetland. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Whistlestop Weekend Train enthusiasts of all ages can

view numerous layouts from tiny models to large-scale replicas. Local train club members and collectors are on-hand to answer questions and share their knowledge. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.; $12 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12; 862-5160 or adventuresci.com.

sat 12 13th Annual Grand Day Enjoy a performance of Juni B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! then participate in carnival games and activities. Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville; 11 a.m. show; show tickets are $19 adults, $12 children, carnival tickets are $1 each, all access passes are $40; 254-9103 or nashvillechildrenstheatre.org. (please turn the page)

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See a variety of model trains during Whistlestop Weekend at Adventure Science Center Nov. 11 - 13. FREE Adoption Storytime Sponsored by Wendys, all ages can celebrate National Adoption Month with adoption-themed stories featuring Wendy. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org. Bank of America Pops Series: The Very Best of John Denver Please see Thursday, Nov. 10 listing. FREE Bird Club All ages can learn about bird watching. Murfree Spring behind the Discovery Center, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 217-3017. Blue and Gray Days This event features Civil War re-enac-

222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 1 p.m.; 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

Franklin 5K Cross Country Run and K-9 Dog Expo

All ages can participate in a 5K or 3K (with their dogs) to raise money for the United Way. Afterward, the K-9 expo features local vendors, demonstrations, a costume contest and a performance by The Music City Road Dogs Fly Ball Team. The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 239 Franklin Road, Franklin; 5K registration begins at 7 a.m. with an 8 a.m. start time, 3K begins at 8:30 a.m., K-90 Expo is at 9:30 a.m.; run/walk fees range from $10 - $50, K-9 Expo is free; 794-6947 or franklintn.gov.

FREE Christmas Craft Fair Shop for handmade crafts and

Hats off to High Hopes Songwriters Night Enjoy an evening of cocktails, dinner, a silent auction and live music by songwriter Tim Nichols and friends. Proceeds benefit High Hopes Inclusive Preschool and Pediatric Therapy Clinic. Marriott Cool Springs, 700 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin; 6 p.m.; $150; 6615437 or highhopesnash.org.

Christmas Village Please see Friday, Nov. 11 listing.

Meet Spot All ages can meet Spot the Dog. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; Sat 2:30 and 3:30 p.m., Sun 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

tors, artisans, musicians, crafters and more. Historic Carnton Plantation, 1345 Carnton Lane, Franklin; Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; free with gate admission ($15 adults, $8 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 794-0903 or carnton.org.

special gifts for the holidays. Carroll Oakland Elementary School, 4664 Hunters Point Pike, Lebanon; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 449-8449 or carrolloakland.com/pto.

FREE Family Program: Country Costume Design and the Williams Family Style Ages 5 - 15 can explore the stage

wear of the Williams family and learn basics of costume design in a hands-on workshop. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum,

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FREE Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo Area humane societies, animal shelters and pet adoption agencies will have dogs available for adoption along with promotional items. Nashville Zoo parking lot, 3777 Nolensville Road; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (does not include admission to the zoo); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

Murder Mystery Excursion Train All ages can ride the rails to Watertown while enjoying a murder mystery show. Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville; 8:30 a.m. boarding, 9 a.m. departure; $21 - $75; 244-9001 or tcry.org. Planet Art All ages can turn trash into art. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Montreal Canadiens. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 6 p.m.; $30 - $205; 770-7825 or http:// predators.nhl.com. Saturday AM: THANKSgiving Families can create a Thanksgiving-themed piece of art. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org. FREE Second Saturday at Fiddlers Grove Step back in time with demonstrations focusing on how the fight for freedom shaped our country, followed by live bluegrass music. Fiddlers Grove Historical Village, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon; 4 - 9 p.m.; 443-2626 or fiddlersgrove.org.

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here comes santa claus ... to a mall near you! Cool Springs Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin 771-2128 coolspringsgalleria.com Nov. 12 - Dec. 24 Hours: Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks from 1 - 2 p.m. and 5 - 6 p.m.), Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks from 1- 2 p.m. and 5 - 6 p.m.), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. (break from 3 - 3:30 p.m.) Santa’s arrival on Saturday, Nov. 12 features the Radio City Rockettes at 10 a.m. with a meet and greet following their performance. Pet Nights take place Tuesdays, Nov. 15, 22 and 29 from 6 - 9 p.m. Hickory Hollow Mall 5252 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Antioch 731-4550 hickoryhollowmall.com Nov. 12 - Dec. 24 Hours: Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks from 1 - 2 p.m. and 5 - 6 p.m.), Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks from 1- 2 p.m. and 5 - 6 p.m.), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. (break from 3 - 3:30 p.m.) Pet Nights with Santa take place Tuesdays, Nov. 15, 22 and 29 from 6 - 9 p.m. The Mall at Green Hills 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville 298-5478 themallatgreenhills.com Nov. 19 - Dec. 24 Hours: Mon - Sat 11 a.m. 8 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m. Murfreesboro Toy Company at The Avenue Murfreesboro 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro 893-4207 shoptheavenue.com Nov. 26 - Dec. 24 Hours: Sat 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Sun 2 - 5 p.m.

Providence Marketplace 401 S. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet 773-2298 shop-providencemarketplace.com Saturday, Dec. 3 from 12 - 5 p.m. Professional photos are $5, and kids can also enjoy storytime with Mrs. Claus, carolers and carriage rides. RiverGate Mall 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville 859-3456 rivergate-mall.com Nov. 12 - Dec. 24 Hours: Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks from 1 - 2 p.m. and 5 - 6 p.m.), Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks from 1- 2 p.m. and 5 - 6 p.m.), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. (break from 3 - 3:30 p.m.) Pet Nights take place Tuesdays, Nov. 15, 22 and 29 from 6 - 9 p.m. Stones River Mall 1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro 896-4486 stonesrivermall.com Nov. 19 - Dec. 24 Hours: Mon - Thu 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. (breaks from 1:15 - 2 p.m. and 5:15 - 6 p.m.), Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (breaks from 1:15 - 2 p.m. and 5:15 - 6 p.m.), Sun 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. (break from 2:15 - 3 p.m.). Christmas Eve hours are 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (break from 2:15 - 3 p.m.). Pet photos (dogs and cats only) take place Mondays, Nov. 28 - Dec. 12, from 6 - 8 p.m. Santa’s arrival on Saturday, Nov. 19 includes breakfast from Chick-fil-A along with North Pole activities and prize drawings. Tickets are $5 adults, $10 children; available the beginning of the month. Streets of Indian Lake 300 Indian Lake Blvd. Hendersonville 822-7627 streetsofindianlake.com Dates and hours were not available at press time. Please call the number above for Santa info. The Radio City Rockettes usher in Santa’s arrival at Cool Springs Galleria on Saturday, Nov. 12.

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Matthew Dyra and Hayden Gill share the leading role in the Boiler Room Theatre’s production of Oliver! Nov. 18 - Dec. 23. Please see “On Stage,” page 101, for details. FREE Step Out Walk to Fight Diabetes All ages can garner pledges and walk to raise money for the American Diabetes Association. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 8 a.m. registration, 9:30 a.m. walk; 298-3066 or diabetes.org.

Meet Spot Please see Saturday, Nov. 12 listing. Natalie Merchant Singer/songwriter Natalie Merchant joins the

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Nashville Symphony to perform an evening of music, including selections from her latest recording, Leave Your Sleep. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $59 - $104; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Parents & Tots Preschoolers and their parents can learn about their bodies. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline. org.

from more than 30 craft and gift vendors, enjoy gourmet concessions, listen to live carolers and have fun in the kids’ craft area. Grace Church of the Nazarene, 2620 Pennington Bend Road, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 889-7462 or gracenaz.com.

FREE Regions Military Appreciation Day All military personnel and their families get free admission to the zoo with proof of service, and a kids’ zone features inflatables, games and activities. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

Snack Attack! All ages can make pizza dough. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

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Whistlestop Weekend Please see Friday, Nov. 11 listing.

Blue and Gray Days Please see Saturday, Nov. 12 listing.

music including American themes, international classics, big band, boogie woogie, marches and more. The Factory’s Liberty Hall, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; 3:30 p.m.; 790-5719, ext. 30, or wcparksandrec.com.

Whistlestop Weekend Please see Friday, Nov. 11 listing. FREE Wonderland Village Craft and Gift Show Shop

Christmas Village Please see Friday, Nov. 11 listing. FREE Longview Annual Kids’ Garage Sale Shop for

gently used items like children’s clothes, sporting goods, action figures, computer games, books, toys and more. Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 302-0971, ext. 14.

FREE Williamson County Community Band Enjoy live

tue 15 Animal Antics All ages can meet the resident birds. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. FREE La Leche League of Williamson County Expectant mothers can learn about breastfeeding and the services provided by La Leche League. Grace Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1153 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin; 6:15 p.m.; 834-3287. Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Nov. 14 listing (please turn the page)

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Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Washington Capitals. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $30 - $205; 770-7825 or http:// predators.nhl.com.

National Bible Bee Please see Thursday, Nov. 17 listing.

Tuesdays for Tots: Wild Wild West Preschoolers and their parents can make a wild western art project. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

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’Tis the Season Holiday Marketplace This three-day shopping event, hosted by the Junior League of Nashville, features merchants from across the country with goods including home décor, food, clothing, toys, jewelry and more. Christmas with the Clauses takes place Saturday from 2 - 5 p.m. with a gingerbread house decorating workshop, visits and photos with Santa and more (tickets are $25). Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St.; Fri 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $10 ($25 for all three days); tistheseasonshopping.com.

Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Nov. 14 listing.

Wetland Walk All ages can take a guided tour through the

Snack Attack! Please see Monday, Nov. 14 listing.

thu 17 Creation Station All ages can make Thanksgiving decoupage candles. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

National Bible Bee See 300 nationwide contestants compete in a bee testing their biblical knowledge. Other activities include seminars, art classes, music and more. Nashville Convention Center, 611 Commerce St.; Thu 3 p.m., Fri - Sat 9 a.m.; admission varies per activity; biblebee.org. Nature Nuts All ages can make trash art. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when

they challenge the Toronto Maple Leafs. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $30 - $205; 770-7825 or http:// predators.nhl.com.

SunTrust Classical Series: Mahler’s Fourth Soprano

Hila Plitmann joins the Nashville Symphony for an evening of classical music featuring works by Webern, Mahler and the world premiere of Richard Danielpour’s “Darkness in the Ancient Valley.” Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $39 - $109; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

FREE World of Possibilities Career Fair Eighth-grade students in Williamson County Schools, private schools and homeschoolers can attend this fair to learn about a variety of career opportunities. Williamson County Ag Expo Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin; 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; 472-4071.

fri 18 FREE 18th Annual Stones River Craft Artists Studio Tour Twenty craft artists’ studios in Murfreesboro will be open to the public to view their art displays showcasing wares in forged iron, stained glass, weaving, prints, woodwork, fine jewelry, sculpture and more. Hours are Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m. For a list of studios, visit artstudiotour.org.

SunTrust Classical Series: Mahler’s Fourth Please see Thursday, Nov. 17 listing.

wetland. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

FREE Wilson Living Holiday Expo Several vendors will be on hand to help you start your holiday shopping, enjoy live entertainment and prize drawings, and kids can visit and take pictures with Santa. The Mill at Lebanon, 300 N. Maple St.; Fri 12 - 7 p.m., Sat 10 am. - 6 p.m.; wilsonlivingexpo. com.

Pet Portraits with Santa Have your pet’s picture snapped

with Santa with all proceeds benefiting the Nashville Humane Association. Nashville Humane Association, 213 Oceola Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $40 (includes one 5x7 and two 3x5 prints); 352-1010 or nashvillehumane.org.

Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when

they challenge the Columbus Blue Jackets. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $30 - $205; 770-7825 or http:// predators.nhl.com.

Saturday AM: Wild West Weekend Kids Corral Young cowpokes can enjoy western-inspired art and craft projects along with wild West challenges like calf roping and stick-horse barrel racing. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. 2 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org. SunTrust Classical Series: Mahler’s Fourth Please see

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’Tis the Season Holiday Marketplace Please see Friday, Nov. 18 listing.

sat 19 FREE Bringing Stories to Life

The Junior Service League of Gallatin presents this storytime event featuring a reading of The Pilgrim’s First Thanksgiving followed by a physical activity and healthy snack for ages 2 - 8. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary. org.

Centennial Holiday Show More

than 170 arts and crafts vendors sell their hand-crafted merchandise during this popular annual event. Proceeds benefit student programs at the school. Centennial High School, 5050 Mallory Lane, Franklin; Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12 - 4 p.m.; $4 ages 11 and older, free ages 10 and younger; centennialholidayshow.com.

FREE Christmas Harvest Craft Show Shop for handcrafted gifts, jewelry, food and more. Gallatin Civic Center, 210 Albert Gallatin Road, Gallatin; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 451-5911.

National Bible Bee Please see Thurs-

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Celebrate Reading Ages 3 and older can join zoo staff and

characters for stories and snacks. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road; 10:30 a.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $9 ages 3 - 12); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

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Wild West Weekend A variety of activities include an ex-

panded Saturday AM program (see separate listing on page 92), guided tours of the Visions of the American West exhibit, public lectures, live performances/demonstrations on Saturday. On Sunday, enjoy live music and a guided exhibit tour. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; Saturday events run 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Sunday is 1 - 3 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Wii and Gaming Day Ages 8 - 12 can have fun with

Wii action or traditional board games. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

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sun 20 Centennial Holiday Show Please see Saturday, Nov. 19 listing.

Make a Present for a Friend Families can bring plastic or

glass beads to create a holiday gift. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; admission is a bag of non-perishable food items; 893-2141.

’Tis the Season Holiday Marketplace Please see Friday,

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Wild West Weekend Please see Saturday, Nov. 19 listing.

mon 21 Christmas 4 Kids Concert Charlie Daniels headlines a holiday concert with Phil Vassar, Sawyer Brown and Joe Nichols to raise money for Christmas 4 Kids, a nonprofit that provides local underprivileged children with holiday shopping sprees. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $32.50 - $60; christmas4kids.org. Parents & Tots Preschoolers and their parents can participate in a “Gobble, Gobble” program. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. Snack Attack! All ages can make rainbow popcorn. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

tue 22 Animal Antics All ages can meet the corn snake. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. Kings of Salsa A nine-piece band accompanies Cuban dancers for a mix of salsa, hip-hop, mambo, rumba and other classic island moves. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org. Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Nov. 21 listing. Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Edmonton Oilers. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $30 - $205; 770-7825 or http:// predators.nhl.com.

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Tuesdays for Tots: THANKSgiving Preschoolers and their parents can stop by the studio to make a Thanksgiving-themed work of art. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

wed 23 Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Nov. 21 listing. FREE Rachel Sumner Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entertainer Rachel Sumner performs a Thanksgiving show for kids. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwan Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 550-5660 or rachelsumner. com.

Snack Attack! Please see Monday, Nov. 21 listing.

thu 24 Happy Thanksgiving!

fri 25 Festival of Lights This drive-through holiday lights experience features millions of lights across several acres. Fiddlers Grove Historical Village, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon; 5 - 9 p.m.; $5 per vehicle; 444-5503 or fiddlersgrove.org. Nashville International Auto Show View hundreds of new automotive models from major domestic and import manufacturers, including green vehicles and futuristic concept cars. Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St.; Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $8 adults, $4 ages 7 - 12, free ages 6 and younger; nashville-autoshow.com. Wetland Walk All ages can take a guided tour through the

wetland. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

sat 26 Family Reflexology Night Ages 4 and older can learn how to do reflexology for the feet (bring a pillow). East Meets West Holistic Education Center, 5814 Nolensville Pike, Ste. 106, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $5; 669-0566 or emwhec.com. Festival of Lights Please see Friday, Nov. 25 listing. In the Artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Studio All ages can make stained glass art. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. FREE Lego Playtime Ages 3 and older can enjoy creative

fun with Legos. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

Nashville International Auto Show Please see Friday,

Nov. 25 listing.

North Pole Express Train All ages can ride the rails to Bring your furry family member to the Nashville Humane Association for Pet Portraits with Santa on Saturday, Nov. 19.

Watertown with Santa and his elves aboard the train. Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville; 8:30 a.m. boarding, 9 a.m. departure; $21 - $75; 244-9001 or tcry.org. (please turn the page)

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discovering animal secrets

he animal world is amazing to discover, and young kids can tap into it with the Adventure Science Center’s (ASC) current exhibit, Animal Secrets, running through Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012. The exhibit is most ideal for the preschool crowd as it offers five specific areas — a cave, stream, the woods, a meadow and a naturalist’s tent — where children can learn about a few of the critters found in nature from the animals’ point of view. Exhibit panels throughout offer questions for visitors to answer by exploring and playing. ASC is located at 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville. Hours are Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12:30 - 5:30 p.m. Admission is $12 adults, $9 ages 3 - 12, free ages 2 and younger. Call 862-5160 or visit adventuresci. com.

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Saturday AM: ’Tis the Season Families can view the newly

decorated trees, then participate in holiday activities and decoration making. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

sun 27 Festival of Lights Please see Friday, Nov. 25 listing. Nashville International Auto Show Please see Friday,

Nov. 25 listing.

Titans Football Cheer for the Tennessee Titans when they challenge the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. LP Field, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 12 p.m.; $43 - $83; 565-4200 or titansonline.com.

mon 28 Festival of Lights Please see Friday, Nov. 25 listing. Parents & Tots Preschoolers and their parents can learn about musical rhythm. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. Snack Attack! All ages can make caramel apple cookies. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300.

tue 29 Animal Antics All ages can meet the blue-tongued skink. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. Festival of Lights Please see Friday, Nov. 25 listing. FREE Lighting of the Green Kick off the Christmas season with hot chocolate and cookies, live music and photos with Santa. Lipscomb University’s Allen Arena Mall, 1 University Park Drive, Nashville; 4:30 p.m. festivities begin, 5:30 p.m. concert starts; 966-5929 or lipscomb.edu. Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Nov. 28 listing. Tuesdays for Tots: Season of Celebration Preschoolers and their parents can check out this year’s holiday decorations and trees then stop by the studio to create a holiday decoration. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

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Adventureworks The Eco-Zip Line Adventure allows

FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime Stories and related

FREE Books-A-Million Preschool storytime for ages 2 - 7 is every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at 1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 995-7112.

FREE Books-A-Million Preschool storytime is every Tue and Sat at 10:30 a.m. at 1040 Crossings Blvd., Spring Hill; 931486-0113.

BounceU Bounce on inflatables at 1222 Park Ave., Murfreesboro; 893-8386 or bounceu.com. Call for open bounce and preschool play date times.

Bowie Park and Nature Center Nature programs and

Jumper’s Playhouse Inflatable fun at 6600 New Nashville Hwy., Smyrna; 220-7575 or jumpersplayhouse.com. Call for open bounce and toddler storytime information.

Glow Galaxy Weekly open play times feature inflatables,

participants to glide through the forest on nine zip lines. Guides point out native trees, plants and wildlife during the hour-and-ahalf tour at 1300 Narrows Road, Kingston Springs; $54 adults, $42 ages 17 and younger (family discounts available); to make reservations, call 297-2250 or visit adventureworks.com.

davidson county FREE Art Making in the Lobby All ages can create

mummy masks every Thu and Fri through Nov. 18 at The Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 6 - 8 p.m.; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org.

Bellevue Community Center Ongoing art classes and recreation take place at 656 Colice Jeanne Road, Nashville; 862-8435. BounceU Bounce on inflatables at 2990 Sidco Drive; 255-

1422; 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 $6.95 ($5.95 siblings); cosmic glow-in-the-dark bounces are Mon 3 - 6 p.m. and Fri 6:30 p.m. Cost is $8 ($7 siblings).

Centennial Sportsplex Fitness, ice skating, swimming and

more at 222 25th Ave. N., Nashville; times and prices vary; 8628480 or nashville.org/sportsplex.

FREE Fairytales Storytime Stories and crafts Mon - Fri

at 3:30 p.m. and Sat at 10:30 a.m. Fairytales, 1603 Riverside Drive, Nashville; 915-1960 or fairytalesbookstore.com.

FREE Family Bike Ride Enjoy an hour-long bike ride

through East Nashville every Saturday at 9 a.m. Depart from Eastside Cycles, 1012 Woodland St., Nashville; 469-1079 or eastside-cycles.com.

FREE Hillsboro Village Art Walk The first Thursday each

month from 5 - 8 p.m., stroll the 21st Avenue South at Belcourt Avenue areas for art shows, demonstrations, live entertainment, book signing, food and more. Call 352-4891.

activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 895-8580 or bn.com.

Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd.,

Murfreesboro; 893-7439. Ongoing program: • Gymboree: Ages 3 - 5 with a parent can enjoy playtime and energy burning activities every Wednesday; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $3 • Wee Play: Ages 1-and-a-half to 2 years can enjoy stories, crafts and more every Monday; 10 - 10:45 a.m.; $3

Sports*Com 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 895-5040. Ongoing programs: • Toddler Time with Thomas: Ages 5 and younger can participate in motor-skill development activities every Friday; 10 - 11 a.m.; $3 • Water Polo: Ages 13 and older can play every Tuesday; 7 8:45 p.m.; $3 adults, $2 youth • Young Hearts: Ages 8 - 12 can participate in a fitness class that includes games, functional skills and learning the ins and outs of being fit and active Tue and Thu through Nov. 17; 4 - 4:45 p.m.; $3 • Youth Volleyball: Ages 9 - 17 of all levels can play every Thursday; 4:30 - 6 p.m.; $3

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Metro Parks Cultural Arts Classes Visit nashville.gov/

FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime Stories and related

parks/classes for a complete listing of visual art, music, theater and dance opportunities.

activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 300 Indian Lakes Blvd., Hendersonville; 264-0183 or bn.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); 915-0561 or monkeyjoes. com.

FREE Delmas Long Community Center Tot Time for ages birth - 5 to enjoy social time and gym play takes place every Thursday from 10 - 11 a.m. at 200 Memorial Drive, Goodlettsville; 851-2253 or goodlettsvilleparks.com.

Monkey’s Treehouse An indoor play center located at

batting cages, game room and more at 130 Cherokee Road N., Hendersonville; Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sat - Sun 10 a.m. 11 p.m.; 822-0232 or funandenergy.com.

8074 Hwy. 100, Nashville; open play times are Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $7 ages 1 - 11; 646-5002 or themonkeystreehouse.com.

FREE Musicians Corner Enjoy free live music outdoors

every Saturday through Nov. 5 from 3 - 6 p.m. at Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; musicianscornernashville. com.

Nashville Ghost Tours All ages can embark on a walking tour of downtown Nashville’s haunted history. Tour begins at the corner of Sixth Avenue North and Union Avenue across from the Hermitage Hotel; daily 7:45 p.m.; $15 adults, $8 ages 7 - 11, free ages 6 and younger; 884-3999 or nashvilleghosttours.com. FREE Pottery Barn Kids Preschoolers can participate

in Book Club every Tuesday at 11 a.m. at 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville; 385-2567 or potterybarnkids.com.

FREE Radnor Lake Natural Area Nature programs at

1160 Otter Creek Road, Nashville. See complete schedule at radnorlake.org or call 373-3467.

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Drakes Creek Activity Center Laser Adventure, mini golf,

Laser Adventure Laser tag, aeroball and a rock-climbing wall at 511 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; Mon - Thu by reservation only, Fri 3:30 - 10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun 12 - 9 p.m.; prices vary; 859-7753 or laseradventure.net.

My Gym Pay-to-play, open gym and Saturday morning

classes take place at 206 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville; call 824-8002 or visit my-gym.com/hendersonville for a complete schedule and fees.

FREE Special Sports Saturdays Children ages 2 and

older with autism and other special needs, along with their typical siblings and peers, can play indoor soccer and hockey on the second and fourth Saturdays every month. Faces of Hope, 185 W. Franklin St., Gallatin; 9 - 11 a.m.; 206-1176 or facesofhopetn.com.

activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 1701 Mallory Lane, Brentwood; 377-9979 or bn.com.

events at 7211 Bowie Lake Road, Fairview; Tue - Sat 9 a.m. 4:30 p.m., Sun 12 - 4 p.m.; 799-5544.

mini-golf, air hockey, an interactive game floor, football toss, soccer kick and basketball in a glow-in-the-dark setting at 121 Seaboard Lane, Ste. 8, Franklin; $8 per child (adults are free); for times, call 370-4386, opt. 2.

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 Circle, Brentwood; 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 $6); 377-5900 of monkeyjoes. com. Monkey’s Treehouse An indoor play center located at 91

Seaboard Lane, Brentwood; open play times are Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $7 ages 1 - 11; 646-5002 or themonkeystreehouse.com.

My Gym Brentwood For pay-to-play, open gym and

Saturday morning class times and fees at 330 Franklin Road, call 371-5437 or visit my-gym.com/brentwood.

Pump It Up Play Time Pop-in playtime Tue, Wed and Fri

from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. for preschoolers, Tue 6 - 7:30 p.m. and Thu 1 - 3 p.m. for ages 2 - 12. Pump It Up, 7104 Crossroads Blvd., Ste. 128, Brentwood; $7 per child; 373-7867.

Shipwrecked Playhouse An indoor play area for ages 1 - 9, featuring a 30-foot wooden pirate ship at 99 Seaboard Lane, Cool Springs. Open play hours are Mon - Fri 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Sat 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Admission is $7. Call 866-9358 or visit shipwreckedplayhouse.com. Sodium Located at 1725 Columbia Ave., Ste. 100, Franklin, the facility includes a children’s indoor play area, and a variety of classes and workshops for kids and families. Call 260-5916 or visit sodiuminc.com. Storybook Village This indoor play center features storybook themes. Located at 3015 Belshire Village Drive, Ste. 114, Spring Hill, open play hours are Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m.; $7 ages 1 - 12, free ages 11 months and younger along with parents and kids 13 and older; 614-1424 or thestorybookvillage.com.

FREE Taekwondo for Preschoolers Ages 3 - 5 can learn self-defense, self-discipline and safety during an introductory lesson the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday every month at 11 a.m. Robinson Taekwondo at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg. 8, Ste. 809, Franklin; 791-6655.

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Take in some theater with your family this month and read reviews online at nashvilleparent.com. Click on “The Calendar.”

Memphis the Musical comes to TPAC’s Jackson Hall Nov. 15 - 20. The Adventures of Tom Thumb (continues through

The Haunting of Cloyd’s Ghost Dinner Theater (Nov. 4 - 5; Ages 12 and older) Street Theatre Company at Tulip Street Methodist Church, 522 Russell St., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $20; 554-7414 or streettheatrecompany.org.

Over the River and Through the Woods (Nov. 18 - Dec. 10; Ages 8 and older) Towne Centre Theatre, 136 Frierson St., Brentwood; Thu - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $20 adults, $16 students; 221-1174 or townecentretheatre.com.

The All Night Strut! (Nov. 3 - 19; Ages 10 and older) Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike, Nashville; Thu - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; dinner show $26, show only $21; thelarrykeetontheatre.org.

H.M.S. Pinafore (Nov. 18 - Dec. 3; Ages 10 and older) Act 1

Ragtime (Nov. 16 - 20; Ages 10 and older) Street Theatre

And Then There Were None (10 Little Indians)

Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (Nov. 1 - Dec.

Saturday, Nov. 12; All ages) Olde Worlde Theatre Co. at The Belcourt Theater, 2102 Belcourt Ave., Nashville; Sat 10 a.m.; $6; 300-0734 or oldeworldetheatre.com.

(continues through Saturday, Nov. 5; Ages 12 and older) Encore Theatre Company, 6978 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 ages 11 and younger; 598-8950 or encore-theatre-company.org.

Annie Get Your Gun (Nov. 4 - 19; Ages 8 and older) Arts

at the Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Ave., Nashville; Thu Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $12 (free for high school students and younger on Thu and Sun); 726-2281 or act1online.com. 18; Ages 4 and older) Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville; 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 1, then Sat - Sun 2 p.m. (11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12); $19 adults, $12 children; 252-4675 or nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.

Memphis the Musical (Nov. 15 - 20; Ages 16 and older)

Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $12; 563-2787 or artscenterofcc. com.

TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Tue - Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Sun 1 and 6:30 p.m.; $28 - $70; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

Captain Louie Jr. (Nov. 3 and 5; All ages) Bradley Academy

Oliver! (Nov. 18 - Dec. 23; All ages) Boiler Room Theatre,

Musical Theatre at The Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m. (with an additional 2 p.m. show on Sat); $4 in advance, $5; 895-2672 or cityschools.net/bradley/ drama.

230 Franklin Road, Franklin; Tue 8 p.m., Thu (Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22 only) 8 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. (Nov. 20, 27 and Dec. 4, 11 and 18 only); $27 adults, $21 ages 11 and younger (Sunday shows are $2 off, Tuesdays are two-forone night and all tickets on Thursdays are $17); 794-7744 or boilerroomtheatre.com.

Company, 1933 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville; Wed - Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Sun 5 p.m.; $14 - $16; streettheatrecompany.org.

The Santaland Diaries (Nov. 19 - Dec. 3; Ages 12 and older) Tennessee Repertory Theatre at TPAC’s Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Mon - Thu 6:30 p.m., Fri 7:30 p.m., Sat 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.; $42.50; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

Southern Fried Funeral (continues through Saturday, Nov. 26; Ages 10 and older) Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Tue - Sat 6 p.m. doors open for dinner, 8 p.m. show begins; $50 adults, $35 ages 13 - 18, $25 ages 12 and younger; 646-9977 or dinnertheatre.com.

Wicked (continues through Sunday, Nov. 6; Ages 8 and older) TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Tue - Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Sun 1 and 6:30 p.m.; $40 - $145; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

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connecting the dots — yes, find what you love

t’s amazing to reflect on the journey of life once in a while, to ponder the process, the peaks and valleys of going from point A to point Z ... whether it’s an artistic journey, a career pursuit or just life in general. In the weeks following Steve Jobs’ death, it’s been extremely interesting to read a lot more about this revolutionary man’s life and career (in fact there’s a newly released authorized biography, Steve Jobs, by Walter Isaacson, available now). Of all the things I read, the most interesting — and poignant — was Jobs’ commencement address to the 2005 graduates at Stanford University, especially taking into consideration Jobs didn’t graduate from college. The first story he shared with the crowd of young hopefuls was about connecting the dots. After dropping out of college six months in, he took up a calligraphy class out of sheer interest in learning about serif and san serif typefaces, spacing between combinations and overall what makes typography great. The new biography, Steve Jobs (Simon & Schus Jobs said at the time, that calligraphy class had no practical applicater; $35), by Walter Isaacson, is in stores now. tion in his life. Ten years later, however, it came back to him when he designed the first Macintosh computer. Had Jobs not dropped in on the calligraphy class, “the Mac would have never had multiple typefaces or proportionally spaced fonts,” he said. And as we all know, Jobs’ innovation and vision changed the entire world. Interesting to think what would have been if Jobs’ parents insisted he stay in college or if they had given him grief about tinkering around with the idea of creating a new technology with Steve Wozniak in their garage when he was 20 years old. I’m sure Jobs had no idea at the time what massive impact he would have on the world, and not just the realm of personal computers! “You have to find what you love,” Jobs said in his speech. But even in the midst of doing what one loves, there will be hard times (remember when Jobs was fired from Apple, the company he created?) that don’t often make sense, but hindsight always shows the ways the dots connect. Jobs said being fired from Apple freed him to enter one of the most creative periods in his life. And there is no doubt about his creative genius. As parents, it’s important to encourage our children to find what they love, whether it’s an artistic pursuit, sports, hobbies or future vocation. And when they find it, do your part to inspire them to be innovative, to think creatively into the future, and by all means, to push the envelope. The most remarkable creative minds in the world are the ones who don’t allow themselves to be confined.

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parent planner Unless otherwise noted, registration is ongoing until programs are full.

Beaman Park Nature Center 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Ashland City; 862-8580 or nashville.gov/parks

• FREE Winter Homes Saturday, Nov. 19. Ages 6 and older. Embark on a hike and look for winter hideouts of animals. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Bells Bend Outdoor Center 4187 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 862-4187 or nashville.gov/parks/nature/bbnc/index.asp

• FREE Animal Tracks Saturday, Nov. 5. Ages 6 - 12. Learn how to look for and follow animal tracks. 2 - 3:30 p.m. • FREE Family Camp Night Nov. 11 - 12. All ages. Bring your own equipment and spend the night at Bells Bend. 4:30 p.m. check in on Friday, depart 12 p.m. Saturday

Belmont Mansion 1900 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 460-5459 or belmontmansion.com

• The Princess and the Pea ... and Tea! Saturday, Nov. 5. All ages. Take in a mini-performance of The Princess and the Pea, followed by themed games and crafts along with a tea party with cupcakes and scones from the Savannah Tea Company. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. $10 members, $15 nonmembers

Blue Heron Nature Cruises at River Bluff Park 175 Old Cumberland, Ashland City; 385-7007 or blueheroncruises.com

• Fall Foliage Cruise Wed - Sun. All ages. Embark on a narrated cruise on the Cumberland River while taking in the fall colors. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1- 3 p.m. $11 adults, $9 ages 2 -12

BounceU 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville.tn Kids can meet St. Nick during Breakfast with Santa at The Factory on Saturday, Nov. 26.

• Create & Bounce Camp Tuesday, Nov. 1. Ages 3 - 12 (must be potty trained). Enjoy bouncing, games, art and a snack. 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. $40 ($25 siblings) per day • Parents’ Night Out Fridays, Nov. 4, 11, 18 and 25. Ages 3 - 12 (must be potty trained). Kids can enjoy bouncing, pizza and drinks while Mom and Dad have a night out. 6 - 9 p.m. $18 ($15 siblings) • PreK & Play Mother’s Day Out Fridays, Nov. 4, 11 and 18. Ages 3 - 6 (must be potty trained). This new Mother’s Day Out includes bouncing, games, arts and crafts, and a snack. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $25 • Thanksgiving Break Create & Bounce Camp Nov. 21, 22, 23 and 25. Ages 3 - 12 (must be potty trained). Bounce, play games, make art and enjoy snacks. 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. $40 ($25 siblings) per day

Brentwood Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 371-0090

• FREE Movie Matinee Saturday, Nov. 12. Ages 9 and older. Watch a screening of Thoroughly Modern Millie, starring Julie Andrews and Mary Tyler Moore. 1 p.m.; ext. 838, to register

Cannonsburgh Village 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 890-0355

• Winter Tea Party Sunday, Nov. 27. Ages 4 - 10. Don your finest attire and enjoy refreshments and a craft project. 1 - 2 p.m. or 3 - 4 p.m. $4

Cheekwood 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 353-6978 or dpowell@cheekwood.org

• Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Nov. 26. All ages. The Horticultral Society of Middle Tennessee hosts this event where families can dine with and meet St. Nick. 9 - 11 a.m. $25 adults, $15 children • Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop Sunday, Nov. 27. Adults. Learn how to make a holiday wreath for your home. 1 p.m. $60 members, $80 non-members. Call 356-8000 to register

College Grove Community Center 8607 Horton Hwy., College Grove; 302-0971, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com

• Fall Magnets Tuesday, Nov. 15. Ages 3 - 6. Paint a piece of art for Mom and Dad. 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. $4 • Nature Picture Frames Tuesday, Nov. 15. Ages 7 - 12. Make a picture frame from items found in nature. 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. $2

Cool Springs Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 771-2050 or coolspringsgalleria.com

• Chick-fil-A Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Nov. 19. All ages. Enjoy breakfast while visiting with St. Nick. 8 a.m. Free kids’ meal with adult purchase.

Deer Run Retreat 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station 794-2918 or deerrunretreat.org/upcomingevents

• Married Couples Romance Weekend Nov. 18 - 20. Parents. Enjoy a time of renewal and refreshment with relationship-building initiatives, speaker sessions, candlelight dinners and other relaxing options. Check-in on Friday is from 4 - 5:30 p.m.; check-out is 2 p.m. Sunday. $244 - $599 per couple depending on choice of accommodations.

The Factory at Franklin 230 Franklin Road, Franklin http://breakfastwithsantafranklin.eventbrite.com

• Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Nov. 26. All ages. Have breakfast from Stoneworks Restaurant, meet Santa and have a photo taken, enjoy stories with Mrs. Claus, see a holiday play and more. 8 - 11 a.m. $15 adults, $10 children (please turn the page)

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Call ahead to reserve your child’s spot! (These events require advance registration.)

Fairview Recreation Complex 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview; 799-9331 or wcparksandrec.com

• American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Saturday, Nov. 19. Ages 11 - 15. Learn to become good babysitters. 9 a.m. 2:30 p.m. (bring a sack lunch). $50. Call 585-9055 to register • FREE Customized Picture Frames Thursday, Nov. 10. Ages 12 and older. Transform old picture frames into creative, unique pieces. 5 - 6 p.m. • Minute to Win It! Friday, Nov. 18. All ages. Participate in 10 different challenges using household items and compete against other families for prizes. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $6 per person

First Baptist Church of Hendersonville 106 Bluegrass Commons Blvd., Hendersonville 447-1323 or buddybreakfbch@bchtn.org

• FREE Buddy Break Friday, Nov. 11. Ages 2 - 16 with special needs. Parents of special needs kids can drop off their children for fun and recreation while they enjoy respite time. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Franklin Recreation Complex 1120 Hillsboro Road; 790-5719, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com

• American Girl Sewing Thursday, Nov. 10. Ages 9 - 12. Learn to sew and make a flag pillow and flag pin for your doll. 5 - 8 p.m. $35 • American Red Cross Babysitter Training Saturday, Nov. 12. Ages 11 - 15. Learn the skills and confidence to become a great babysitter. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (bring a sack lunch). $50. To register, call 585-9055 • Art Connections: Stuck on a Table Wednesdays, Nov. 9 and 16. Ages 7 - 12. Explore still life art and create a centerpiece. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $20 • Fabulous Fun Fridays: Art Club Fridays, Nov. 4 and 18. Ages 6 - 12. Explore new ways to make art. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. $15

• Guitar or Bass Guitar Lessons Mondays, Nov. 7 - 28. Ages 5 and older. Learn to play guitar or bass during lessons focusing on improving technique, reading musical notation and tablature, improvisations and learning to play by ear. Choose a 30-minute slot between 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. $88 • Just the “2” of Us Creative Arts Program Wednesdays, Nov. 9 or 30. Ages 2 - 6 with a caregiver. Enjoy creative art explorations that promote socialization, self-expression and imagination. 9 - 10 a.m. $10 • Piano Lessons Fridays, Nov. 4 and 18. Ages 5 and older. Learn to play the piano with private lessons. Choose a 30-minute slot between 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. $44, plus supply fee • Sticky Fingers Preschool Club Mondays, Nov. 7 - 28 or Tuesday/Thursdays, Nov. 8 - 28 (skip Nov. 22 and 24). Ages 3 - 6. Enjoy a variety of crafting experiences to enhance fine motor and development skills. 8:45 - 10:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Mon $18, Tue/Thu $42 • Voice Lessons Fridays, Nov. 4 and 18. Ages 5 and older. Private studio lessons stress notation reading skills, artistic interpretations, proper breathing and phrasing. Choose a 30-minute slot between 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. $44 plus supply fee

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• FREE Kids Club: Paint Like an Egyptian Saturday, Nov. 12. Ages 5 - 10. Discover painting materials and techniques inspired by ancient Egyptians and use colors, patterns and texture to invent a timeless work of art. 10:30 a.m., 1 or 3 p.m.

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• Adventures in Sewing Saturday, Nov. 19. Ages 9 - 12. Learn sewing machine basics then complete a simple project. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. $45 • American Red Cross Babysitter Training Saturday, Nov. 12. Ages 11 - 15. Learn the skills and confidence to become a great babysitter. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (bring a sack lunch). $50. To register, call 585-9055 • Cool Crayon Creations Sunday, Nov. 20. Ages 7 and older. Make creative crayon art. 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. $35 • Cre8tive Gurlz Tuesday, Nov. 8. All ages. Girls can hang with peers while making bracelets. 6 - 7 p.m. $15 • Deb’z Kid’z Art Thursdays, Nov. 3 - 17. All ages. Create art using a variety of methods, including markers, colored pencils, pastels and watercolors. 6 - 7:30 p.m. $33.75 per month or $11.25 per class • FREE Girl Talk Tuesdays, Nov. 1 - 15. Ages 8 - 12. Learn to improve self-esteem, grooming and hygiene tips and how to avoid cliques and gossip. 4:30 - 5 p.m. • Introduction to Face Painting Saturday, Nov. 19. Ages 8 and older. Learn face-painting techniques. 10 - 11 a.m. $20 • Just the “2” of Us Creative Arts Program Mondays, Nov. 7 or 14. Ages 2 - 6 with a parent. Enjoy creative art exploration that promotes socialization, self-expression and imagination. 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. $10 • FREE Kidproof: At Home Alone Plus First Aid Tuesday, Nov. 8. Ages 10 and older. Learn how to stay safe when home alone and how to respond to medical emergencies. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Kidproof: Cyber Safe Tuesday, Nov. 8. Ages 8 - 11. Learn Internet safety through an interactive session. 3 - 5 p.m. • FREE Kidproof: Safe Sports Tuesday, Nov. 8. Ages 8 - 11. Learn tips for handling competition, winning and losing well, injury prevention, healthy eating and more. 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. • Kid’s Thanksgiving Table Decor Wednesday, Nov. 23. Ages 5 and older. Create a holiday centerpiece. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. $30 • Longview Martial Arts Mondays, Nov. 7 - 28. Ages 8 and older. This martial arts class combines Judo and Karate. 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. $20 • Longview Self-Defense Mondays, Nov. 7 - 28. Ages 8 and older. Learn the basics of self-defense through martial arts skills and their practical applications. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. $20 • Manga Chibi Workshop Nov. 8 and 10. Ages 8 and older. Learn to draw the mini-proportioned comic book characters called “Chibis” in this Japanese-style cartoon class. 4:15 5:45 p.m.; $30 • Manga Drawing Nov. 1 and 3. Ages 8 and older. Learn the basic layout and proportions of drawing Japanese Mango cartoon characters. 4:15 - 5:45 p.m. $30 • Mommy & Me Cupcakes Tuesday, Nov. 1. Ages 3 and older with a parent. Learn various ways to decorate cupcakes for any occasion (bring one dozen un-iced cupcakes to class). 9:30 - 11 a.m. $20 • Mommy & Me Gingerbread House Tuesday, Nov. 29. Ages 3 and older with a parent. Build and decorate a small gingerbread house. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $25 • Parris Island: The F Series Mon, Wed and Fri, Nov. 2 - 30. Ages 8 and older. Get in shape during this 45-minute intense military based calisthenics class. 5:30 - 6:15 a.m. $45 per month or $5 per class • Sticky Fingers Preschool Club Mondays and Wednesdays, Nov. 2 - 30. Ages 3 - 6 (must be potty trained). Participate in craft experiences designed to enhance fine motor and

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• Art with Animals Saturday, Nov. 12. Ages 8 - 12. Use a live animal as a model while learning watercolor techniques. 10 11:30 a.m. $25 members, $40 non-members • Backstage Pass: Anteater Barn Saturday, Nov. 5. Ages 5 and older (children must be accompanied by an adult). Go behind the scenes with a zookeeper into the Anteater Barn and learn about animal care, behavior, conservation and more. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $25 members, $50 non-members • Homeschool Days Nov. 16 - 17. Registration deadline is Friday, Nov. 11. Ages 5 and older. Learn about the food web while exploring the appetites of animal friends. 10 a.m. 3:30 p.m. $6 members, $13 non-members

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• Happy Trails Dog Walk Saturday, Nov. 5. People and dogs of all ages. Bring your leashed dog for a stroll down the Dogwood and Pawpaw trails. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. $10/dog in advance, $15/dog at the gate • Knee High Naturalist: Greet the Owls Nov. 7 or 8. Ages 3 5 with a parent. Learn about owls, meet the newest own and listen for them calling in the hills. 3 - 4:30 p.m. $10 per child/ adult in advance/$15 at the gate • Owl Day Saturday, Nov. 12. All ages. Meet the resident owls, including the new barn owl, Orion, take a hike and do themed crafts. 1 - 4 p.m. $7 in advance, $10 at the age (free ages 2 and younger) • Owling, Howling and Prowling Thursday, Nov. 17. Ages 9 and older. Enjoy an al fresco dinner in the pavilion, then learn about Tennessee owls during a hike to call for them. 6 - 9 p.m. $20 in advance/$30 at the gate

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• FREE Autumn & Art Saturday, Nov. 5. All ages. Make art from twigs, leaves, seeds, nuts and dried plants. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Full Moon Fall Hike Thursday, Nov. 10. Take in the crisp autumn air while hiking on a moonlit trail. 7 - 8 p.m. • FREE Let’s Go Nuts! Saturday, Nov. 19. All ages. Learn about the various nuts and seeds that can be found in the park. 10 - 11 a.m. • FREE Savor the Sun Hike Friday, Nov. 4. All ages. Hike around the park one last time before the sun sets earlier. 5 - 6 p.m. • FREE Stories by the River Friday, Nov. 18. Ages 3 - 5. Bring a snack and blanket and relax by the river while listening to stories. 10 - 11 a.m. • FREE Turkey for Toddlers Friday, Nov. 11. Ages 3 - 5. Learn about all-things turkey with crafts, stories, songs and more. 10 - 11 a.m.

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• FREE Nature Detective Friday, Nov. 4. Ages 3 - 5. Use your five senses to search for nature’s clues. 10 - 11 a.m. or 1 - 2 p.m. • FREE Searching for Seeds Tuesday, Nov. 1. All ages. Walk the Old Roadway searching for hickory nuts, walnuts and other fruits of fall. 10 - 11:30 a.m.

The Wellness Center at Baptist Hospital 2021 Church St., Nashville; 284-2348 or baptisthospital.com • Strong Mommy Tuesdays and Thursdays. Expectant moms. This pre-natal fitness/wellness program includes water aerobics, personalized fitness coaching sessions, preand post-natal massages, fitness workshops, a three-month center membership and more. 5:30 p.m. $125

West End United Methodist Church 2200 West End Ave., Nashville; 321-8500 or westendumc.org • FREE Advent Dinner and Wreath-Making Workshop Sunday, Nov. 27. Bring a salad, side dish or dessert to share, and after a potluck dinner make an advent wreath to take home. 5:30 p.m.

The Wilderness Station 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks • FREE Animal Encounters Every Saturday in November (no program Nov. 5). All ages. Meet a resident education animal. 1:30 - 2 p.m. • Campfire Circle Saturday, Nov. 19. All ages. Enjoy a guided nature hike, then campfire songs, skits, snacks and more. 5:30 p.m. $3 • Growing Up Wild Every Wednesday. Ages 2 - 6 with a parent. Explore nature and gain an appreciation for wildlife. 10:30 a.m. $3 • Wild Things Every Wednesday. Ages 1 - 4 with a parent. Toddlers and preschoolers can enjoy programs to spark a love for the wilderness. 9:30 a.m. $3

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