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“It honestly just looks like more standards for people to judge parents who are doing their best. Life is more than going to bed at a set time or brushing your teeth three times a day. Parenthood is messy, and life evolves. Children do, too! Making everything ideal and ‘cookie cutter’ doesn’t make anybody’s life better. Too many parents carry too much stress to meet up to ideas exactly like this. Why?” Chelsea Ray

“If my 8-year-old isn’t asleep soon after 8 p.m., she is a bear the next day. We are strict on our bedtimes here. Everyone — except the teenager — is in bed by 8 p.m. most nights.” Julie Cox Mobley

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DAYBYDAY Giving Must Not Take a Holiday

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hristmas is for kids,” my sister says to me, and before I can balk, she goes on. “We can’t keep doing this list for ever and ever. It gets too crazy with people having to mail boxes all over the place.” She’s talking about our family’s “Giver-Taker” list, an elaborate annual spreadsheet that includes family members in seven different states. I have two sisters and two brothers, and we’re in different parts of the country with cousins spread far and wide. Years ago we started the tradition of rotating sibling turns to spearhead the “Giver” and “Taker” list. This year it’s my sister’s turn, and she is trying to instigate change. She says nobody wants to have “so and so” as their “Giver” because “so and so” never comes through with a gift. She says some of us end up having to mail items to three or more homes and it’s just a big hassle. She says we’re not kids anymore, and one of the older cousins needs to take over. She’s talking about sending out an “official” e-mail telling everyone that the “Giver-Taker” list is a goner. My thought? Just stop. Please don’t make a big such a deal out of it, trying to harness the giving. Just put everyone’s name into a hat and pick out the names and e-mail out the list. Someday, somehow, the “Giver-Taker” list may collapse, but let’s not cause that. It makes me sad to think about losing this small, but important, family connection. Families everywhere go through these little bumps in the road, seeking out perfection in their holiday giving, working to make it the “easiest” Christmas possible. If you’re not careful, you can get caught up in the minutiae, and this marvelous time of year can turn into a machine devoid of meaning. “We’re ALL still kids, you know,” I say to her. She grows quiet. “Even though we’re older, we all have that little kid inside of us hoping to see a package arrive in the mail from an aunt or uncle far away.” And she says, “Mmm.” I think we need to find ways to keep wonderful Christmas traditions intact and not let things fall by the wayside because of inconvenience. Giving is what it’s about — even the “hassle” it takes to do so. Merry Christmas!

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What’s for Christmas Dinner? We asked parents what they traditionally make for Christmas dinner — some answers may surprise you!

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“We are usually sick of the turkey and dressing by Christmas Day, so we do Italian day — lasagna, spaghetti, manicotti.” Amy Farrar Minor

“Our Christmas Day meal is a big breakfast. We have sausage balls, bacon, biscuits, gravy, fruit and a slice of leftover Jesus birthday cake from the night before.” Christen Michelle Francis

“I always try something new on Christmas to make it special. Last year, it was duck ... won’t try that again!” Deanna McCrudden

“We start the day off with Mom and Dad Mimosas and exchange one gift with each other before the kids wake up to a full-blown breakfast including bacon, eggs, sausage, biscuits, pancakes, potatoes and gravy — all that Mom makes. After cleanup, while Christmas movies play and the kids bounce around, Dad makes prime rib, mashed potatoes, broccoli casserole, corn and rolls.” Joey Skaggs “The past couple of years, we’ve

“We don’t cook on Christmas Day because we have our dinner on Christmas Eve. We go to IHOP for dinner — it’s been a tradition of ours for years; pancakes and hot chocolate for dinner!” Hope King

“Christmas Day we have linguini and clam sauce! It’s our family’s tradition. We also make chicken cutlets.”

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“We do breakfast, so supper is leftovers or maybe tacos.” Darlene Dawson Canup

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MIND &BODY You’ll have a merrier month if you make a mindful point to enjoy your days more. BY ASHLEY TALMADGE

Laugh More, Stress Less

tressed out? You’re not alone. According to recent statistics, more than one-third of adults reported an increase in stress last year; stats aren’t yet in for this year. But job pressures, financial difficulties, caregiving responsibilities and more take their toll on parents, especially during the holidays when there are so many expectations ... and you don’t want to let the kids down. Find calm in the storm by becoming more mindful and putting your life’s challenges into perspective. Stress impacts the body in many ways. Symptoms include headaches, high blood pressure, irritability, appetite changes, sleep disturbances and low energy. Over time, stress may weaken your immune system. “Once a person feels overwhelmed and helpless — when symptoms are affecting work, daily activities and relationships — it may be time to seek professional help,” says Jennifer FerrellHanington, a licensed psychologist. If you feel you may need therapy, getting started may take a little time and your doctor’s referral. So what can help in the meantime? Laughter. And that’s no joke. RESEARCH BEARS IT OUT Laughter is the best medicine. You’ve heard the saying, but did you know it actually has scientific backing? A 2010 study published in Alternative Therapies, “The Therapeutic Value of Laughter in Medicine,” found that laughter shows physiological, psychological, social, spiritual and quality of life benefits. Laughter is also a powerful endorphin releaser in social situations (think about the pleasure of a big group laugh), according to research published last year in The Journal of Neuroscience.

Laughing with others releases endorphins in the brain through opioid receptors. The more of these receptors a person has, the more powerful the effect. Maybe one of the most striking benefits of laughing is that research shows it actually protects your heart. According to work conducted at the University of Maryland Medical Center, laughter has an anti-inflammatory effect that protects blood vessels and heart muscles from the damaging effects of cardiovascular disease. The truth is, regular, hearty laughter is good for everyone. YUCK IT UP & LAUGH MORE ON PURPOSE Even if something’s got you down enough not to feel like laughing, a major antidote to stress is to literally seek out ways to laugh. Bring a little merry into your home this season by seeking out good old yuk yuks on purpose. Discover funny gems on YouTube (be sure you check them out before sitting down together with the kids). Some of the top funny family-friendly YouTube channels of 2018 include NigaHiga; Smosh; Good Mythical Morning; and Jenna Marbles. Ask your family for YouTube suggestions, too. Plenty of kids know their way around the funniest aspects of YouTube videos. Other ways of purposefully finding ways to laugh include spending more time enjoying your kids and pets; people watching; not taking anything too seriously; and acting like a kid again. With the holidays in full swing, that shouldn’t be too hard to accomplish, but in any event, don’t stress out over it! Ashley Talmadge is a mother and freelance writer.

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JUST YOU >> “Mom, what do YOU want for Christmas?”

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John O’Hurley of Seinfeld fame stars as Captain Hook in Peter Pan and Tinker Bell: A Pirate’s Christmas at TPAC, Dec. 13 - 23.

FLY AWAY TO NEVERLAND WITH PETER PAN AND TINKER BELL: A PIRATE’S CHRISTMAS

ake a trip to Neverland this month and set sail for a world of adventure with the new production of Peter Pan and Tinker Bell: A Pirate’s Christmas. TPAC and Lythgoe Family Panto present this holiday musical Dec. 13 - 23 at TPAC’s Polk Theater. Lythgoe presents the swashbuckling adventure in the style of a British holiday panto. What’s that, you ask? Panto is a fairy tale complete with songs, dances, jokes, exaggerated characters and lots of audience participation. Panto is an engaging way to entertain children, encouraging them to cheer and enlisting their help to support the good characters in the show. THE STORY & CAST Captain Hook’s pirates plan to capture Peter Pan as a Christmas present to him. Peter, Tinker Bell, Wendy, Michael and John set out to put a stop to the plot. Kids are sure to enjoy the magic of theatrical flight as characters defy gravity over the stage. This production includes local flavor with familiar regional references,

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and it should be good for a laugh when the pirates make their stage entrance on a pedal tavern. The show also features familiar music ranging from the Bee Gees to Taylor Swift. The cast comprises familiar names along with local kids. Seinfeld’s John O’Hurley stars as Captain Hook and the Disney Channel’s Garrett Clayton plays Peter. American Idol alum Diana DeGarmo is Tinker Bell and teen country singer Tegan Marie plays Wendy. Four local boys take on the roles of Wendy’s brothers. Jackson Nolan (11) and Andrew Hansen (12) share the role of John; Alan Harrisohn Foeder (11) and Lucas Shane (9) split the duty of portraying Michael. TIMES & TICKETS Showtimes are Thu - Fri 7:30 p.m. (with a 1 p.m. show on Friday, Dec. 21); Sat - Sun 1 & 6 p.m. (Sunday, Dec. 23 shows are 11 a.m. & 4 p.m.). Tickets are $25 - $50 — get a four-pack for $99 with the code WENDY. Call 615-7824040 or visit tpac.org.

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CONGRATULATIONS, OLIVIA JAMES! CIRQUE DREAMS COSTUME CONTEST WINNER

Olivia James and her winning Cirque Dreams Holidaze costume design, “Genger.”

welve-year-old Olivia James of Hohenwald will soon see the final result of her creative imagination. She’s the winner of the Cirque Dreams Costume Contest presented by Nashville Parent, Cirque Dreams Holidaze and Gaylord Opryland’s “A Country Christmas.” The Cirque Dreams workshop in Florida created Olivia’s “Genger” design. You’ll be able to see the real-life costume on stage during Cirque Dreams Holidaze on Saturday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. at the Grand Ole Opry House. What’s more, you’ll also see Olivia on stage as she makes an appearance alongside her winning creation. Tickets for Cirque Dreams Holidaze are $24.99 - $89.99; the show runs through Friday, Dec. 28. Call 615-889-1000 or visit christmasatgaylordopryland.com.

QUICK BITS ... There’s a new chapter of MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) launching Monday, Jan. 14 for moms in the Green Hills area. It takes place at St. Paul Community Church (5035 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville) from 9 - 11 a.m. The Green Hills chapter encompasses biblical teaching, conversations, community and encouragement. There

is a $31.95 registration fee. Register at mops. org/join and enter code 7Y3N. Advance registration is preferred to accommodate child care for kindergartners and younger. Call 615-2694521 for more info ... Nashville’s getting another new activity center on Friday, Dec. 7 with the opening of ALTITUDE TRAMPOLINE PARK. It’s

located at 3432 Lebanon Pike. There’s a gazillion things to do: trampolines, climbing walls, extreme dodgeball, trapeze swing, monkey bars, the foam pit, trampoline basketball and more. There are special areas and times just for toddlers and preschoolers. Altitude also offers birthday parties. Hours are Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.,

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Fri 10 a.m. - 11 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Sun 12 - 8 p.m. Admission for ages 6 & younger is $8.95 per hour. Ages 7 & older are $13.95 for 1 hour, $21.95 for two hours and $4 for each additional half hour. Call 615-455-5800 or visit altitudenashville.com ... METRO NASHVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT’S ANNUAL TOY DRIVE

takes place Dec. 15 - 16 forom 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the parking lot of Nashville Zoo. The zoo is giving free admission tickets for every new toy donated (limit two per person). The complimentary tickets can be used through the end of 2019. For more info, call 615-833-1534 or visit nashvillezoo.org.

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ake the season of giving something more than presents under the tree. During the holidays and all throughout the year, you and the kids can experience the joy of giving back by volunteering for a service project. Here are three great ones in Nashville to get you started: HANDS ON NASHVILLE 615-298-1108 | hon.org Hands On Nashville is a volunteer resource center than coordinates several service projects each month. While many have an age requirement of 18+, there are many that youngsters ages 8 and older can do alongside Mom and Dad. They include

uring winter break, take the kids down to The Fairgrounds to experience art and creative technology in new forms via Otherworld Encounter. It takes place Dec. 28 - Jan. 13 in the Vaughan Building. Art, science and fantasy join forces in this interactive adventure that integrates a science fiction escape game created and powered by Nashville visual artists. The experience features modern technologies like virtual reality, augmented reality, holograms and projection mapping. It all merges with artistic content to provide a unique familyfun experience. Otherworld Encounter hours are Sun - Thu 10 a.m. 10 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. Admission is $25 adults, $16 children. The Fairgrounds are located at 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville. Call 629-401-9547 or visit otherworldencounter.com.

neighborhood clean-up initiatives and food pantry duties. MID-CUMBERLAND MEALS-ON-WHEELS 615-331-6033 mchra.com/meals-on-wheels-volunteer smcdaniel@mchra.com While the program does not utilize volunteers for meal delivery in Davidson County, it does have a cool program for children called Nourishing Notes. Kids can make cards with greetings or draw artwork to be delivered to meal recipients. It’s a great way for children to exercise their creativity in a way that will brighten someone’s day. For more info about getting your kids involved with Nourishing Notes, e-mail Sharon McDaniel at the address above.

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SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE 331 Great Circle Road, Nashville 615-329-3491 | secondharvestmidtn.org Got kids 6 and older? Sign up to participate in Family Nights. They take place Thursdays from 5:30 - 8 p.m. Kid-friendly projects include packing backpacks with food distributed through schools to children at risk of hunger. Other duties include bagging bulk produce into family portions; assembling monthly food boxes for senior citizens; and packing meal bags for community centers, schools and other agencies.

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Crafting Christmas BY KIERA ASHFORD

With YOUR help, kids of all ages can work a little holiday crafting magic.

here’s nothing better than pulling out all of the old hand-made Christmas ornaments my siblings and I made over the years. As each one comes out of the box, a memory unfolds. Stories are retold — and we laugh at how silly some look. Create memories with your kids this year by getting crafty. Store everything you make, so you too can pull them out year after year. You’ll be surprised at how happy it makes your family feel. Here are a few crafts my kids and I made this year that are now part of our growing collection.

Rustic Sleigh Door Hanger

3. Squeeze another line of hot glue along the bottom for another popsicle stick.

Get the jumbo popsicle sticks for this beauty. It requires a bit of hot glue, so parental supervision is needed.

4. Put a vertical strip of hot glue on the horizontal popsicle stick near the top of the first stick and then again on the second horizontal stick to affix the sleigh “foot.” Repeat this step for the opposite side for the other “foot.” Be sure these feet stick out past the top of your sleigh.

SUPPLIES 11 jumbo popsicle sticks 12-inch strip of twine Paint (red, brown and silver/white) Stencil paint brush/sponge Stencil Hot Glue DIRECTIONS 1. Line up six of the popsicle sticks side by side with the middle two up higher than the outer ones and so on. 2. Squeeze out a horizontal line of hot glue across all six sticks near the top and quickly press another popsicle stick over it.

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5. Flip it over and hot glue another horizontal stick across the two feet sticking out of the top. 6. Hot glue your strip of twine to the underside of the sleigh next to the top of the feet. 7. Water down your red paint (this allows the wood grain to show through) and paint the entire sleigh. 8. Do the same with the brown to paint the feet. 9. Once dry, stencil on a tree or whatever else you’d like, using white or silver paint.

DIY HOLIDAY

Melted Crayon Ornament This requires the heat from a hair dryer and the glass ornament will get hot, so you should do that part. The kids will love picking out crayon colors and tearing off the paper. SUPPLIES Clear glass ornament Broken crayons Hair dryer Cotton gloves DIRECTIONS 1. Take the top off your clear glass ornament and drop in a few chunks of broken crayons. 2. Put on your gloves, turn on the hair dryer and point it at the ornament while holding it at the top.

Mini Burlap Pillow Ornament Burlap is everywhere because it adds country flair to holiday decor. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an easy mini pillow to hang on your tree. SUPPLIES Burlap Used dryer sheets Twine/ribbon Hot glue Paint/permanent marker Stencils/stamps DIRECTIONS 1. Cut two four-inch squares out of your burlap. 2. Lay one side down and place your twine/ribbon at the top as a loop going outward.

Scented Felt Tree Ornament Add a burst of aroma to your holiday decor with this festive little tree. SUPPLIES Felt of any color Scissors Hot glue Non-waxy scent filler (like potpourri) Paint of any color 4-inch strip of twine Popsicle stick DIRECTIONS 1. Cut out two felt triangles of the same size. 2. Place one side down and lay the twine on it at the top corner as a loop going outward.

3. Slowly turn the ornament as the crayon chunks melt.

3. Hot glue the edges together all the way around, but leave a small opening on one side. Careful: The hot glue will seep through the cracks of the burlap.

4. Once the inside is covered, stand the ornament upright to cool.

4. Stuff it with used dryer sheets, unless you have cotton lying around.

5. Replace the top.

5. Glue the final edge shut.

5. Insert the popsicle stick and hot glue the edges of the triangle to it.

6. Stencil, stamp or draw on your design.

6. Paint any sort of pattern onto the tree.

3. Place the other piece of felt on top and hot glue the edges all the way around except where the popsicle stick will be inserted. 4. Stuff the triangle with scent filler.

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Cookies, Crafts & Gingerbread ON PAGE 64.

Laminated Stained Glass Create your own version of stained glass art with laminated sheets of tissue. With a personal Mead 9.5-inch HeatSeal Thermal Laminator (get yours for $18.79 at amazon. com), you can create endless holiday crafts. The laminator heats up in three minutes and is super easy to use. It even comes with a 50pack of thermal lamination pouches. SUPPLIES Festive tissue Scissors Mini frame Black Sharpie Mead 9.5” HeatSeal Thermal Laminator Thermal lamination pouches DIRECTIONS 1. Follow instructions to laminate your tissue paper using your personal laminator. 2. Once a piece of tissue is laminated and cooled, cut it to the size to fit your mini frame. 3. Use a Sharpie to draw on any design or words you like. 4. Insert into the frame and hang in the window.

Mini Wood Sign Ornament All those big, wood DIY projects are popular, so why not make a mini version as an ornament?

Felt Trees on Sticks Create your own little forest of trees to adorn your dining table centerpiece. SUPPLIES Felt of any color Scissors Hot glue 12” dowel rod (1 per tree) 1/2” pom poms DIRECTIONS 1. Cut five Christmas tree shapes of the exact same size out of your felt. 2. Fold one in half, put a line of glue on the folded edge and press vertically to the dowel. 3. Repeat step two until you’ve gone all the way around the stick with your cut-out trees. 4. Hot glue your pom poms to the tips of the “branches.” 5. Place your felt trees into any centerpiece with a foam bottom.

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SUPPLIES 7 jumbo popsicle sticks Strip of twine Paint (brown and white) Paintbrushes Stencil Hot glue Wire cutters DIRECTIONS 1. Line up five popsicle sticks side by side. 2. Place a strip of hot glue horizontally across all of them near the top and quickly press another popsicle stick onto the glue. 3. Repeat step two but near the bottom. 4. Using wire cutters, cut the excess off of the two horizontal popsicle sticks. 5. Water down the brown paint and paint the entire piece; allow to dry. 6. Stencil on a design with the white paint. 7. Hot glue the twine to the back, so it can hang on your tree. Kiera Ashford is associate editor and mother of three ages 2, 8 and 12.

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Celebrate the season in your area. Pictured here: The Frosty the Snowman balloon at Nashville’s Christmas parade.

SHOWS

Take in 21 holiday-themed theater and dance shows this month, including Nashvile Ballet’s beloved Nashville’s Nutcracker, which features nearly 300 local kids in the cast.

CONCERTS

Our top picks for holiday music around town, including The Theater Bug’s Seventh Annual Winter Concert. Plus, Christmas at the Ryman, Nashville Symphony’s Grinch Sing-Along and a lot more!

ICE SKATE

Ice skating at Gaylord Opryland Resort’s “A Country Christmas” moves indoors this year. Find all the inside and outside skate spots this season.

COOKIES, CRAFTS & 70STORIES GINGERBREAD Conductor Jim Burgin reads The Polar Express at Brentwood Library. Plus, many more holiday storytimes around town.

Decorate holiday cookies and make other sweet treats like gingerbread houses. Plus, Christmas crafting for kids of all ages!

SANTA! Catch Claus at numerous spots in the mid-state.

LIGHTS & MOVIES

Get our awesome, interactive holiday lights map and our fun roundup of Christmas movies on the big screen online at nashvilleparent.com.

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Experience the Grinch in 2 million pounds of ice, outdoor snow tubing, the dazzling talent of cirque artists, snow tubing, holiday cruises & more!

oliday joy abounds this season out at Gaylord Opryland Resort’s annual “A Country Christmas” celebration. The holiday tradition runs through Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019. With a smorgasbord of activities almost as long as a child’s wish list for Santa, your family can land on something for everyone. Bundle up for the chilly nine-degree environment of the kid-favorite ICE! exhibit featuring the Grinch story. By the way, there’s also a “Feast with the Grinch” offering on select mornings in the Water’s Edge restaurant. Load up on the buffet while the green one makes table-side visits. Fun! The Grand Ole Opry House is home to Cirque Dreams Holidaze again this year. The Vegas-style show features acrobats and aerialists acting as holiday ornaments come to life. Little ones are sure to be wowed by the amazing, jaw-dropping feats.

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Ice skating has moved inside this year to Holiday Halls. New this year on the rink is The Night Before Christmas on Ice show. It’s $13.99 per person, which includes a meet and greet with cast members and a souvenir. The show takes place Tue - Thu 5 p.m., Fri - Sat 5:30 & 7:30 p.m., Sun 12:30 & 3:30 p.m. Outdoor snow tubing is back, located across from the ICE! exhibit. There are gingerbread and Build-aBear workshops for kids. Embark on a holiday lunch or dinner cruise with a show band on the General Jackson, or dine during the Trace Adkins Christmas Dinner Show. Stroll around the resort, taking in the beauty of 3 million lights and the Christmas Fountain Show. The new SoundWaves water experience is now open, in case you’re eager to treat your family to something extra special this season. Get the complete schedule and pricing at christmasatgaylordopryland.com.

615-517-5714 holidayfesttn.org Adults. Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club, 550 Johnny Cash Pkwy., Hendersonville; 6 p.m.; $150. Enjoy live entertainment, dinner, a silent auction and surprises. Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee.

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615-893-4131 | rclstn.org Ages 12 - 18. Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro; 2 p.m. Learn key life skills like cursive handwriting and the importance of signing your name, then play the game “Will it Waffle?”

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615-862-4187 nashville.gov/parks Ages 6 - 10. Bells Bend Outdoor Center, 4187 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 9 a.m. Learn how to find and follow animal tracks.

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wearebuildinglives.org All ages. The Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Shop for a variety of gift items. Proceeds benefit veterans in need.

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615-890-0355 murfreesborotn.gov/parks All ages. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas with hot apple cider and photos with Santa ($5).

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615-724-1600 fontanel.com All ages. Fontanel, 4125 Whites Creek Pike, Nashville; various dates thru Dec. 30, 6 - 10 p.m.; $25 adults, free ages 12 & younger. View more than 50 decorated trees as you stroll through the former mansion of Barbara Mandrell, listen to live music and more.

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615-758-7051 youseemore.com/mtjuliet All ages. Mt. Juliet-Wilson County Library, 2765 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. The Providence Players perform holiday music, Scott Trip does balloon art and Santa stops by for photo ops.

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615-325-4086 sumnercrestwinery.com All ages. Sumner Crest Winery, 5306 S. Old Hwy. 52, Portland; 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Carolers sing while you enjoy appetizers, wine samples, recipes and specials in the gift shop.

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with Kevin & Friends (Register)

cathedralnashville.org/events All ages. Cathedral of the Incarnation, 2015 West End Ave., Nashville; 6 p.m.; $42.95 ($25 show only). Enjoy an Italian dinner followed by holiday music, comedy and stories by Kevin Raymond and guests.

N Drop-In Art Class

615-933-9644 littlearthousenashville.com Ages 4 - 12. Little Art House, 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 10:15 - 11 a.m. & 11:15

THINGS TO DO a.m. - 12 p.m.; $10 first visit; $60 membership for six visits afterward. Young artists can explore various art mediums to create original works of art.

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615-244-3340 fristartmuseum.org All ages. Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 4:30 p.m. Learn about the landmark art deco building and its history.

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615-933-9644 littlearthousenashville.com Ages 10 months - 3 years. Little Art House, 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; first visit is $5; $30 membership (for six visits) afterward. Explore, create and get messy with your little one.

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615-889-1000 | christmasatgaylordopryland.com All ages. Opryland Hotel Water’s Edge, 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville; Dec. 1 - 2, 8 - 9 & 15 - 30 from 8 - 10:45 a.m.; $32.02 adults, $16.01 ages 4 - 11. Dine on a Whoville-inspired buffet as the Grinch makes table-side visits.

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615-862-8555 wpnc.nashville.gov All ages. Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Learn how to tie a shoe knot that will stay tied along with other cool knots and knife safety.

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nashvilledowntown.com/ play/first-saturday-art-crawl All ages. Hatch Show Print, 224 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 6 - 9 p.m. Twenty-five art galleries in the downtown area host receptions and art openings.

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Making Family Class (Register)

615-956-6077 thecuriouskitchen.net Ages 5 - 17. The Curious Kitchen, 1602 W. Northfield Blvd., Murfreesboro; 4 - 7 p.m.; $65 adults, $50 youth. You and your kids can learn to make Italian chopped salad, fresh pasta, marinara

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615-824-0502 historicrockcastle.com All ages. Historic Rock Castle, 139 Rock Castle Lane, Hendersonville; 3 - 6 p.m. Enjoy tours of the decorated home of Daniel and Sarah Smith, Christmas caroling, freshbaked cookies and wassail.

facebook.com/twmtn All ages. Tusculum Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 477 McMurray Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Shop from small business vendors. Proceeds support Talk With Me Tennessee’s mission to donate communication devices to children with special needs.

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615-890-2300 Guided ASL Tour explorethedc.org 615-244-3340 All ages. Discovery fristartmuseum.org Center, 502 All ages. Frist Art S.E. Broad St., Museum, 919 Murfreesboro; Broadway, 10 a.m. - 5 Nashville; p.m. Celebrate Enjoy daily holiday-themed 1:30 p.m.; holidays around $12 adults, activities this the month at the world, free ages 18 & Murfreesboro’s Discovery Center decorate the giyounger. Experiant gingerbread (502 S.E. Broad St.). ence a guided house and take tour of the current pics with Santa. 615-890-2300 exhibit that includes explorethedc.org certified American Holidays at Sign Language interpreThe Hermitage tation. 615-889-2941 thehermitage.com FREE Girl Tribe All ages. The Hermitage, Pop Up 6 - 8 p.m.; $40 per adult. 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashgirltribepopup.com/nashvilleWork with image blocks and ville; 4 - 9 p.m.; $40. Explore attend ink to create a design you can old holiday traditions, hear All ages. Track One, 1211 hand-print onto paper, a tote Christmas ghost stories, enjoy Fourth Ave. S., Nashville; bag or T-shirt. live music, make s’mores at 12 - 5 p.m. More than 40 the bonfire, tackle some gift women-led businesses from Historic Home shopping and more. across Music City come Yuletide Tours together to create a girls’ day 615-833-1534 Hollyday out shopping experience. nashvillezoo.org Marketplace Vendors include boutiques, All ages. Nashville Zoo, hollydaymarketplace.weebly. jewelry designers, fashion 3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashcom brands, stationery, beauty, ville; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $18 All ages. Tennessee Miller candle makers, handbags, adults, $13 ages 2 - 12. Visit Coliseum, 304 W. Thompson furniture and more. the Grassmere home decoLane, Murfreesboro; 9 a.m. rated for a Victorian holiday 4 p.m.; $7 in advance, $10 Girls on and learn about Christmas at the door. This shopping the Run 5K traditions from decades past experience features more than gotrmiddletn.org/5k along with live entertainment. 100 vendors. All ages. Shelby Park, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 8 Holiday Jingle Bell a.m.; $40 adults, $30 youth, at Cheekwood Run/Walk $15 fun run. Participate in the 615-356-8000 615-517-9875 5K or kids’ one-mile fun run to cheekwood.org arthritis.org/get-involved/ raise money for Girls on the All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 jingle-bell-run Run of Middle Tennessee. Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; All ages. Downtown Franklin, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $20 adults, 317 Main St., Franklin; 8 Hatch Show Print $13 ages 3 - 17. Visit with a.m.; $20 - $40. Wear a Block Party (Register) Santa, meet live reindeer festive holiday costume for this hatchshowprint.com and explore the mansion in 5K run or one-mile walk benAges 7+. Hatch Show Print, seasonal decor. efiting the Arthritis Foundation. 224 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville;

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kidsvilleonline.org Ages 12 & younger. The Parthenon, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 11 a.m. Explore the book Peace is an Offering then create an art project.

N Mad Hatter Gala

615-259-9055 sacenter.org Adults. Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, 2100 West End Ave., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $250. Food, cocktails and entertainment benefiting the Sexual Assault Center. Ashley Judd is the keynote speaker.

N Marine Biologist for a Day (Register)

615-514-3474 | aquariumrestaurants.com/aquariumnashville/default.asp Ages 8+. The Aquarium Restaurant at Opry Mills, 516 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville; 8:30 a.m.; $35 ages 8 - 12, $40 ages 13+. Go behind the scenes to learn about water chemistry, dissect a squid, observe a dive show, enjoy lunch and more.

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615-898-5261 goblueraiders.com All ages. Murphy Center, 1301 E. Main St., Murfreesboro; game time TBA; $15. Versus Lipscomb.

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TPAC is supported in part by Metro Arts, Tennessee Arts Commission, and Nissan.

THINGS TO DO Special Needs Jump

615-778-1304 gotjumpstreet.com/tennessee All ages. JumpStreet locations in Franklin, Goodlettsville and Murfreesboro; 9 - 11 a.m.; $8 ages 4+, $4 ages 3 & younger. Children with special needs can enjoy a private hour of jumping on trampolines and playing on the equipment with the second hour open to the public.

N Vintage Market

Days Holiday Market

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, the classic holiday film, is the central attraction of the Wonderful Life Foundation’s 15th anniversary party on Saturday, Dec. 1 at War Memorial Auditorium. Proceeds benefit local kids in need.

R Oaklands

Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes

615-893-0022 explorethedc.org All ages. Oaklands Mansion, 900 N. Maney Ave., Murfreesboro; 4 - 8 p.m.; $20 adults, $10 ages 6 12, free ages 5 & younger. This tour of homes features historical structures and private homes festively adorned for the holidays.

N Opry at the Ryman

615-889-3060 | ryman.com All ages. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $40 - $99. Classic and contemporary artists perform at the motherchurch of country music. Most nights include a second show at 9:30 p.m.

S FREE Portland

Christmas Festival

615-325-9032 portlandcofc.com All ages. Downtown Portland, 106 Main St.; 3 - 5 p.m.

Cookie decorating, crafts, live music, Santa visits, vendor booths, fairy princesses and more. The city’s Christmas parade follows at 5:30 p.m.

N Repticon

repticon.com All ages. The Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 ages 5 - 12. View and meet a variety of exotic critters that you can purchase along with an assortment of supplies and accessories.

N Rudolph’s

Red Nose Run 5K

rudolphrednoserun.racesonline.com All ages. Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 7:30 a.m.; $40 adults, free ages 9 & younger. Wear merry attire for Rudolph’s costume contest following the race benefiting NeedLink Nashville.

S Running of the

N FREE Shakespeare

615-672-3937 whitehousechamber.org All ages. City Hall, 105 College St., White House; 12 p.m.; $25 for the 5K, $20 for the fun run. Be the lead in the Christmas parade as the crowd cheers you on.

nashvilleshakes.org All ages. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 12 - 3 p.m. Participate in (or just listen to) a complete reading of The Comedy of Errors.

N Saturday Craft-

mony for Beginners: Holiday Style

Elves Fun Run & 5K

ernoon Workshop (Register)

615-258-5569 arworkshop.com/nashville All ages. AR Workshop, 2022A Lindell Ave., Nashville (also available at the Franklin location: 330 Mayfield Drive, Ste. A-9; 615-285-4292; arworkshop.com/franklin); 4 - 6:30 p.m.; price depends on projects chosen. Your family can get creative making custom signs, wood photo frames, canvas pillows, tote bags and more.

Allowed

N Singing in Har-

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org Ages 7+. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 & 11:15 a.m.; free with gate ($25.95 adults, $15.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger; discounts for local families). Learn the fundamentals of twopart harmony singing.

R Smyrna

Strokes (Register)

brooke.driver@townofsmyrna. org | townofsmyrna.org Ages 14+. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 6 - 8 p.m.; $10. Paint a Christmas wreath.

615-988-0548 | vintagemarketdays.com/market/ nashville All ages. The Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $5 - $15 adults, free ages 12 & younger. “The Spirit of Christmas” is the theme during this shopping extravaganza featuring local vendors along with ones from other states. Shop vintage goods, antiques, art, clothing, jewelry, home decor and more.

N Winter Wonders

615-862-5160 adventuresci.org All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $15.95 adults, $11.95 ages 2 - 12. Get to the bottom of the season’s shivering science while exploring the wonders of winter.

N Wonderful Life Foundation 15th Annual Event

615-736-2892 wonderfullifefoundation.org All ages. War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Ave. N., Nashville; 5 p.m.; $25 adults, free ages 16 & younger. Watch a screening of It’s a Wonderful Life followed by a festive party with live music, a silent auction, food, drinks and merriment. Proceeds benefit the Wonderful Life Foundation supporting families of children who are treated for serious illnesses. (turn the page for parades ... daily listings continues on page 39)

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Love a Parade Floats, marching bands and Santa hit the streets!

THE DONELSON-HERMITAGE CHRISTMAS PARADE takes place Saturday, Dec. 8. This year’s theme is “Make a Joyful Noise.” Pictured here: Local kids get in on the float fun.

COLUMBIA

FAIRVIEW

GALLATIN

DONELSON-HERMITAGE

FRANKLIN

GOODLETTSVILLE

Monday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. Theme: “Here Comes Santa Claus” 931-388-3647 columbiamainstreet.com Travels along West Seventh Street to Courthouse Square in Downtown Columbia. Saturday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. Theme: “Make a Joyful Noise” 615-883-7896 d-hchamber.com Starts at the intersection of Elm Hill Pike and Donelson Pike continuing North on Donelson and ending at the entrance to the Music City Star.

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Saturday, Dec. 8 at 4:30 p.m. Theme: “Festival of Lights” 615-799-9290 fairviewchamber.org Starts at Westwood Elementary School and ends at the Walmart parking lot. Saturday, Dec. 1 at 2 p.m. Theme: “The Magic of Christmas!” eventbrite.com Starts at Boyd Mill Avenue at Jim Warren Park and travels down New Highway 96 West to Third Avenue South then down Main Street ending at 11th Avenue North.

Saturday, Dec. 8 at 12 p.m. Theme: “A Tennessee Christmas” 615-452-4000 gallatintn.org Starts on Steam Plant Road and ends at Gallatin High School. Saturday, Dec. 1 at 4 p.m. Theme: “The Magic of Christmas” 615-851-2231 goodlettsvilleparks.com Starts at the Delmas Long Community Center (200 Memorial Drive), up Memorial Drive, right on Main Street and ending at Goodlettsville Plaza on RiverGate Parkway.

MT. JULIET

Saturday, Dec. 8 at 11 a.m. Theme: “A Country Christmas” 615-758-6522 mtjuliet-tn.gov/426/christmas-parade Starts at North Mt. Juliet Parkway and Weston Drive near West Wilson Middle School and ends on Charlie Daniels Parkway. This year’s Grand Marshal is “Dame of Mt. Juliet” Jenny Bess Hibbett.

MURFREESBORO

THE LEIPER’S FORK PARADE is fun and whimsical. Even friendly farm animals like this donkey participate along the parade route!

PORTLAND

Saturday, Dec. 1 at 5:30 p.m. Theme: “Fairy Tale Christmas” 615-325-9032 portlandcofc.com/christmas-festival-parade Starts at Freedom Drive and travels south on Highway 109 to Portland East Middle School. Prior to the parade, a festival takes place from 3 - 5 p.m. on Main Street. It includes cookie decorating, crafts, live music, Santa visits and princess characters.

Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. Theme: “A Christmas Story” 615-893-5373 wgnsradio.com Starts at the corner of East Main Street and Middle Tennessee Boulevard in front of MTSU, then travels to Public Square onto West Main Street, ending on Walnut Street.

SMYRNA

NASHVILLE

Saturday, Dec. 8 at 5:30 p.m. Theme: “Christmas Around the World” 931-486-3674 springhillkiwanis.com Starts on Main Street going north from Sharon Cantrell Street, ending at First Baptist Church.

Saturday, Dec. 1 at 8:30 a.m. No Theme nashvillechristmasparade.com Starts on North First Avenue and Brandon Street traveling South to Broadway, then West on Broadway to North Eighth Avenue. This year’s Grand Marshal is Kid Rock. There will be live performances by Ty Herndon, LeAnn Rimes, Mark Schultz, Jason Crabb, Diana DeGarmo and others. This year, you can purchase seats in the “Broadway Zone” ($20 - $50) to be close to the performances. Proceeds benefit Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital.

Sunday, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. Theme: “Christmas Around the World” 865-320-3892 townofsmyrna.org Starts on Lowry Street and travels toward Sam Ridley Parkway.

SPRING HILL

WHITE HOUSE

Saturday, Dec. 1 at 1 p.m. Theme: “A White House Historical Christmas” 615-672-4350, ext. 2114 cityofwhitehouse.com Starts at White House City Park ending on West Drive.

HENDERSONVILLE

Sunday, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. Theme: “Run Run Rudolph” 615-517-5714 holidafesttn.org Starts at Memorial Park and travels West Main Street to Executive Park Drive. This year’s Grand Marshal is Mike Huckabee.

LA VERGNE

Saturday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. Theme: “Parade of Lights” 615-793-3224 lavergnetn.gov Begins at Veterans Memorial Park and ends at City Hall for the Christmas tree lighting.

LEBANON

Sunday, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. Theme: “Miracles on Main Street” 615-444-5503 lebanonwilsonchamber.com The parade is in downtown Lebanon through the square and Main Street.

LEIPER’S FORK

Saturday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. Theme: “Wacky & Wonderful” 615-364-9152 facebook.com @LeipersForkChristmasParade Southall Road through the village on Old Hillsboro Road. This year’s Grand Marshal is John Schneider.

THE MURFREESBORO CHRISTMAS PARADE features lots of local flair including high school marching bands like this one from Siegel High School.

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Winter-themed science fun, every Saturday in December.

Learn more at

AdventureSci.org/WinterWonders

THINGS TO DO create the new and exclusive candy cane twist hairstyle for your doll while enjoying treats.

FREE A Wynnewood Christmas

615-452-546 wynnewoodoffice@gmail.com bledsoeslick. com All ages. Wynnewood , 210 Old Highway 25, Castalian Springs; 1 - 4 p.m. View the house decorated for an 1870s Christmas, complete with live music and refreshments.

N Childish Gambino N Yoga at

Beaman (Register)

615-862-8580 nashville.gov/parks Adults. Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 9:30 a.m.; $8. A morning yoga session in the serenity of Paradise Ridge.

S FREE Yulefest

615-859-3678 goodlettsvilleparks.com All ages. Historic Mansker’s Station, 705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville; 5 - 8 p.m. Kick off the holiday season in 18th century style with musical entertainment, storytelling, carriage rides, refreshments and shopping.

SUN 2 N A Very

Merry Christmas

615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $35 - $80. Dave Barnes and special guests perform a night of holiday music. Presented without orchestra.

615-770-2000 bridgestonearena.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $49.50 - $225. A night of hip hop music.

N Folk Art

Angels (Register)

615-933-9644 littlearthousenashville.com Ages 3+. Little Art House, 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 1 - 3:30 p.m.; $25. Create an angel craft using mixed media and collage elements.

N Gospel Brunch

woolworthonfifth.com All ages. Woolworth on Fifth, 2221 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 12 p.m.; $40. Enjoy dining on a brunch menu while Bobby Jones performs gospel music.

N Historic Home Yuletide Tours

See Saturday, Dec, 1.

W Holiday Doll Hair Salon Spectacular (Register)

877-247-5223 | americangirl.com/retail/nashville.php Ages 8+. American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 4 - 5 p.m.; $28. Learn to

N FREE Make

Letterpress Art

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org All ages. Hatch Show Print, 224 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 12, 1 & 2 p.m. Kids can explore old-school printmaking techniques using blocks and and ink.

N Repticon

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Sunday Funday

Workshop (Register)

615-258-5569 arworkshop.com/nashville All ages. AR Workshop, 2022A Lindell Ave., Nashville also at the Franklin location: 330 Mayfield Drive, Ste. A-9; 615-285-4292; arworkshop. com/franklin); 2 - 4:30 p.m.; price depends on project. Your family can get creative making custom signs, wood photo frames, canvas pillows, tote bags and more.

N Tennessee

Titans Football

615-565-4200 titansonline.com All ages. Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 3:05 p.m.; $40 - $200. Versus the New York Jets.

N FREE Tennessee Youth Symphony Winter Concert

615-585-8209 | tnys.org All ages. Belmonth University’s McAfee Concert Hall, 2100 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 4 p.m. The youth symphony of 140 student musicians presents an afternoon of seasonal music.

N Vintage Market

Days Holiday Market

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

MON 3 R FREE Adoption 101 (Register)

615-898-0803 heavensentchildren.com Adults. Heaven Sent Children, 2604 Merchants Walk, Murfreesboro; 6 - 8 p.m. Explore the adoption process for domestic, interstate and international adoption.

W FREE Brentwood Christmas Tree Lighting

615-371-0090, ext. 8510 brentwoodtn.gov/library All ages. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 5:30 p.m. Experience the festivity of the lighting of the city tree.

N Early Explorers

615-862-5160 adventuresci.org Ages 3 - 5. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $10.95 ages 6+, $4.95 ages 5 and younger; $2 planetarium show; discounted admission applies to arrivals prior to 9:40 a.m., regular rates apply thereafter. Visit the preschool area for breakfast, see a planetarium show, then enjoy a storytime activity.

N Jason Eskridge: Christmas with Friends

615-324-1010 citywinery.com All ages. City Winery, 609 Lafayette St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $15. A night of soulful holiday tunes.

S FREE Merry

Mansker’s Christmas: Cookies, Cocoa and Crafts (Register)

615-859-3678 | historicmanskersstation.eventbrite.com Ages 8+. Historic Mansker’s Station, 705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville; 3 - 4 p.m. Mrs. Claus and the elves lead kids in ornament making by candlelight with cookies and cocoa.

W Mommy

& Me Movement

wcparksandrec.com Ages 0 - 4. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 9:30 - 10 a.m.; $8 adults, free children. Enjoy bonding time while getting exercise.

N Nashville

Predators Hockey

615-770-7800 nashvillepredators.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $22 - $195. Versus the Buffalo Sabres.

W FREE Power

Yoga (Register)

615-224-3851 harvestmartialarts.com Ages 13+. Harvest Martial Arts, 595 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 9 a.m. Participate in a vinyasa-style session where you’ll coordinate movements with breathing.

R FREE R.E.A.D.ing Paws (Register)

615-893-4131 | rclstn.org All ages. Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 - 5 p.m. Sign up to read to Stevie, a a reading assistance golden retriever.

R Snack Attack!

615-890-2300 explorethedc.org All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $8. Prepare tasty snacks in the kitchen.

R SPARK!

615-890-2300 explorethedc.org Ages 3 - 5. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $2 plus $8 gate admission. Preschoolers and parents can hear stories and enjoy related activities.

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THINGS TO DO W Sticky Fingers (Register)

615-790-5719, ext. 2020 wcparksandrec.com Ages 3.5 - 6. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; Mondays, Dec. 3 - 17 or Fridays, Dec. 7 - 21; 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $39. Use a variety of media to create art.

R Tumbleweeds (Register)

615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 3 - 5. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10:15 - 11 a.m.; $3. Learn the basic techniques of tumbling along with improving balance, coordination and overall fitness.

W Youth Yoga

615-786-0200, ext. 2418 wcparksandrec.com Ages 8 - 12. Williamson County Recreation Complex, 7250 Nolensville Road, Nolensville; 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.; $4. Yoga for youngsters at Williamson Rec Complex.

TUE 4 S FREE A Tuba Christmas

615-452-5715 gallatintn.org All ages. First Baptist Church, 205 E. Main St., Gallatin; 7 p.m. The Tennessee Tech Tuba Players perform a holiday concert.

school and church choirs, and other non-professional groups as they sing for a chance to have a recorded performance played on the radio.

W Engineering Club (Register)

615-786-0200, ext. 2417 erinw@williamsoncounty-tn. gov | wcparksandrec.com Ages 5 - 12. Williamson County Recreation Complex, 7250 Nolensville Road, Nolensville; Tuesdays, Dec. 4 - 18 from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.; $37.50. Explore engineering while designing bridges, creating robots and testing circuitry.

N FREE Food for

Thought (Register)

615-244-3340 fristartmuseum.org All ages. Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. This lunchtime conversation (lunch included) focuses on the exhibit Paris 1900: City of Entertainment.

N FREE The Joys of Christmas

615-244-3340 fristartmuseum.org All ages. Liberty Hall at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; 6:30 p.m. A reception and holiday music featuring BrightStone students.

S FREE Merry

Manskerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas: Cookies, Cocoa and Crafts (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

N Belmont

R Mind-Blowing

615-460-2255 belmontbruins.com All ages. Curb Event Center, 2002 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $13 adults, $6 youth. Versus Lipscomb.

615-890-2300 explorethedc.org All ages. Discovery Center, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; every Tue - Fri 3:30 p.m.; $8. Learn through discovery and experiments at the Discovery Center.

Bruins Basketball

S FREE Christmas Caroling Contest

615-859-3458 rivergate-mall.com All ages. RiverGate Mall, 1000 Rivergate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 6 - 8 p.m. Come out and cheer on individuals,

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Matinee

W FREE North

Pole Experience

615-776-3640 nolensvilletn.gov All ages. Nolensville Town Hall, 7218 Nolensville Road, Nolensville; 6 - 8 p.m. Enjoy

THE NORTH POLE EXPERIENCE in Nolensville on Tuesday, Dec. 4 boasts lots of activities and photo ops for your entire family. winter treats, a reading of A Christmas Story, visiting with Santa, making ornaments and holiday crafts and more. The event ends with the lighting of the Christmas tree.

N Opry at the Ryman

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Preds

& Pins (Register)

615-770-2331 | nashvillepredators.com/bowling All ages. Hermitage Strike & Spare, 3436 Lebanon Pike, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $175 ($150 STH). Join the Nashville Predators and Gnash to help strike out cancer during this bowling tournament benefiting the 365 Pediatric Cancer Fund. The night includes two hours of bowling, a food buffet, silent auction and more.

R SPARK!

See Monday, Dec. 3.

N Tuesdays for Tots 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org Ages 1 - 3. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with gate ($20 adults,

$13 ages 3 - 17, free ages 2 & younger). Parent/tot drop-in activities include art and garden fun.

R Water Polo

615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 13+. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 7 - 8:45 p.m.; $4 adults, $3 youth. Participate in an aquatic sport in the deep end of the indoor pool.

WED 5 W Archery Home-

school Day (Register)

615-566-5187 musiccityarchery.com Ages 7+. Music City Archery, 1113 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin; 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.; $20. Archery instruction with equipment provided and a game at the end. Parents can participate, too.

S FREE Christmas Caroling Contest

W Color Wheels Art Class (Register)

wcparksandrec.com Ages 5 - 10. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; Meets Dec. 5 & 12 at 1 or 4:30 p.m.; $28. Create art projects through painting, drawing, coloring, printing and sculpting.

R Critter Encounter

townofsmyrna.org All ages. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.; $4 adults, $3 ages 3 - 12. Meet a variety of live animals and enjoy naturebased activities.

N Home

Alone in Concert

615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $40 - $95. Watch the movie in HD while the Nashville Symphony performs the score.

See Monday, Dec. 3.

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THINGS TO DO W FREE Kid’s Hour

615-550-5660 Ages 10 & younger. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m. Mare Wakefield performs music for children.

R KidFIT: Movers and Shakers (Register)

615-893-7439 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 1 - 3. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; every Wed & Fri 10:30 a.m.; $3. This class focuses on playing with others, gross motor skills and having fun.

S FREE Merry

Mansker’s Christmas: Cookies, Cocoa and Crafts (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

W Night of Hope:

A Family Christmas

615-538-2076 franklintheatre.com All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 7:30 p.m.; $25 - $45. Christy and Nathan Nockels host a night of holiday tunes.

R Tumbleweeds (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

R KidFIT: Twist and

N Vanderbilt Com-

615-893-7439 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 3 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; every Wed & Fri 11:05 11:45 a.m.; $3. Run, jump and play while learning skills like balance, coordination, listening and taking turns.

615-322-4653 vucommodores.com All ages. Memorial Gymn, 210 25th Ave. S., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $16. Versus MTSU.

Shout (Register)

modores Basketball

R Wild

Things (Register)

N Curator’s Tour

615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 1 - 4 with a parent. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9:30 a.m.; $3. This naturethemed program includes songs, crafts, hikes and other activities.

615-244-3340 fristartmuseum.org All ages. Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 12 p.m.; $12 adults, free ages 18 & younger. Frist Curator Trinita Kennedy gives a guided tour of the exhibit Life, Love and Marriage Chests in Renaissance Italy.

N FREE You Better

N Home

“BEE” Good! (Register)

615-862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov Ages 21+. Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 6 - 7:30 p.m. Explore and create natural gifts ideas made with beeswax and honey.

THU 6 S FREE Christmas

S FREE Merry

Mansker’s Christmas: Cookies, Cocoa and Crafts (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

N Nashville

House Concert

See Wednesday, Dec. 5.

615-782-4040 | tpac.org All ages. War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Ave. N., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $30. A diverse blend of music from chart-topping artists, music legends, rising stars and others.

N Marvel Universe

N FREE Nashville

615-770-2000 bridgestonearena.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; Thu - Fri 7 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m., 3 & 7 p.m.; Sun 1 & 5 p.m.; $21.90 - $100. More than 25 superheroes are in a race against time to save the day from Loki.

nashvillemhcf.org All ages. Music Row (16th Avenue South) & Five Points, 1106 Woodland St., Nashville; 2 & 3 p.m. Students from Belmont University and Middle Tennessee State University lead walking tours of Music Row and East Nashville’s Five Points.

Alone in Concert

Live! Age of Heroes

Caroling Contest

See Tuesday, Dec. 4.

Sites Walking Tours

R Preschool

Program: Lizard Tails (Register)

miranda.pewitt@townofsmyrna.org | townofsmyrna.org Ages 3 - 5. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 1 p.m.; $2. Meet live lizards and play games.

W Restless

Heart Christmas

615-538-2076 franklintheatre.com All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $48 - $58. A night of country-flavored holiday music.

W FREE Teen Anime Club

615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.org/library Ages 13+. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 4 - 5 p.m. Watch anime, make crafts and enjoy snacks.

MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE: AGE OF HEROES brings more than 25 Marvel superheroes to Bridgestone Arena Dec. 6 - 9. They’re in a race against time to save the day from the evil Loki.

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Christmas Concerts The sounds of the season fill the air with these editor’s picks.

THE NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S CHOIR presents a holiday concert on Saturday, Dec. 8 at Belmont.

N BEHOLD THE LAMB OF GOD

N A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS

Andrew Peterson hosts a night of sacred Christmas music. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville. 7 p.m. $48.50.

The Jody Nardone Trio celebrates the music of Vince Guarldi, which is well known from the classic Peanuts Christmas special. City Winery, 609 Lafayette, Nashville. 7 p.m. $25 adults, $20 youth ($5 discount in advance online).

Dec. 9 - 10 615-889-3060 | ryman.com

N BLAIR CHILDREN’S CHORUSES WINTER CONCERT

Saturday, Dec. 8 615-322-7508 | blair.vanderbilt.edu

Enjoy holiday music featuring the Blair Children’s Concert Choir, Young Men’s Chorus, Chorale, Blair Choristers, Nashville Boychoir and Training Choir. Blair School of Music Ingram Hall, 2400 Blakemore Ave., Nashville. 5 p.m. Free.

N BLAIR SUZUKI STRINGS HOLIDAY CONCERT

Saturday, Dec. 1 615-244-3340 | fristcenter.org

Fifty violin and cello students, ages 5 - 13, perform holiday carols and classical songs. Frist Center, 919 Broadway, Nashville. 2 p.m. Free.

N BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA Sunday, Dec. 2 615-889-3060 | ryman.com

It’s the 15th anniversary of Setzer’s Christmas Rocks tour. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville. 7:30 p.m. $49.50 - $75.

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Sunday, Dec. 16 615-324-1010 | citywinery.com

N CHRISTMAS AT THE CATHEDRAL Dec. 3 - 4 cathedralnashville.org/events

Sacred music by The Cathedral Choir along with more than 120 Catholic high school choir members. Cathedral of the Incarnation, 2015 West End Ave., Nashville. 7:30 p.m. Free.

R CHRISTMAS AT THE MOVIES Thursday, Dec. 13 615-898-1862 murfreesborosymphony.com

The Murfreesboro Symphony and Chorus perform Christmas tunes from holiday movies. First United Methodist Church, 265 W. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro. 7 p.m. $15 - $40.

N CHRISTMAS AT THE RYMAN Dec. 5 - 6, 12 - 13, 16 - 20, 23 615-889-3060 | ryman.com

Amy Grant & Vince Gill present their holiday family concert with guest Rodney Crowell. Ryman Auditiorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville. 7:30 p.m. $35 - $135.

N CHRISTMAS EVE

CARILLON CONCERT

Monday, Dec. 24 615-460-4608 | belmont.edu/music

During this unique Christmas concert, the School of Music’s Richard Shadinger performs holiday tunes on the bell tower’s carrilon. Belmont University’s Bell Tower, 1900 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. 2 p.m. Free.

N CHRISTMAS WITH

THE CHRIST CHURCH CHOIR Dec. 1 - 2 christchurchnashville.org

Gospel star Sandi Patty joins the church choir and orchestra for a holiday concert. Christ Church, 15354 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville. Sat 3 & 7 p.m., Sun 7 p.m. $10 - $50.

R CHRISTMAS WITH THE ULTIMATE OLDIES

Dec. 14 - 16 615-563-2787 | artscenterofcc.com

Bluegrass fiddler Becky Buller joins the Ultimate Oldies group for a night of holiday music. The Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury. Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $20.

W DAVID ARCHULETA CHRISTMAS SHOW

Thursday, Dec. 13 615-538-2076 | franklintheatre.com

The American Idol alum performs a night of popinfused holiday tunes. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin. 8 p.m. $32.50 - $42.50.

N DREW & ELLIE HOLCOMB’S

N MARTINA MCBRIDE:

Dec. 17 & 22 615-687-6400 | nashvillesymphony.org

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A night of standards, original holiday tunes and other favorites. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville. Mon 7:30 p.m., Sat 8 p.m. $30 - $80.

N AN ELVIS CHRISTMAS

Dec. 19 - 20 615-687-6400 | nashvillesymphony.org

Terry Mike Jeffrey and his band join the Nashville Symphony for special orchestral arrangements of Elvis’ most beloved holiday tunes. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville. Mon 7:30 p.m. $40 - $120.

N GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHEST Sunday, Dec. 9 615-298-9517 | music.fpcnashville.org

The FPC Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra present an afternoon of classic music with a Christmas carol sing-along ending with the “Hallelujah Chorus” from Handel’s “Messiah.” First Presbyterian Church, 4815 Franklin Pike, Nashville. 4 p.m. Free admission.

W THE GREATEST SHOW

Thursday, Dec. 20 615-569-4329 | acttooplayers.com

Pitch Perfect, the Act Too Players youth vocal ensemble, presents an evening of holiday classics. Lane Music, 1625 Galleria Blvd., Brentwood. 6 p.m. Free.

N THE GRINCH

CHRISTMAS & SING-ALONG

Saturday, Dec. 1 615-687-6400 | nashvillesymphony.org

THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS

One of country’s biggest stars sings her hits and holiday favorites. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville. 8 p.m. $53 - $123.

N MICHAEL W. SMITH: CHRISTMAS

Sunday, Dec. 2 615-902-8200 | wildhorsesaloon.com

Phil Vassar and Lonestar team up for a night of hits and holiday favorites. Wildhorse Saloon, 120 Second Ave. N., Nashville. 5 p.m. $25 - $95.

N THE ORNAMENTS IN CONCERT

WITH THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY

Saturday, Dec. 22 615-383-9140 | belcourt.org

One of Christian music’s biggest stars presents holiday favorites and original tunes. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville. 7:30 p.m. $40 - $110.

N THE PROVIDENCE PIPES

Tuesday, Dec. 18 615-687-6400 | nashvillesymphony.org

S MUSIC CITY

The Ornaments perform Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas album live from beginning to end. The Belcourt, 2102 Belcourt Ave., Nashville. 10 a.m. $12.

HOLIDAY CONCERT

BRONZE HANDBELL SHOW

Sunday, Dec. 16 615-244-3340 | fristcenter.org

A handbell ensemble performs an evening of holiday music. First United Methodist Church, 149 W. Main St., Gallatin; 7 p.m. Free.

W RISING STARS WINTER SHOWCASE

Tuesday, Dec. 18 615-452-7424 | musiccitybronze.org

A recorder sextet performs traditional Christmas and Hanukkah music. Frist Center, 919 Broadway, Nashville. 2 p.m. Free.

N NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S CHOIR

Monday, Dec. 3 academyparktn.wcparksandrec.com

Enjoy an afternoon of holiday music. Belmont University’s McAfee Concert Hall, 2100 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. 2 p.m. Free.

W A STUDIO TENN CHRISTMAS

Saturday, Dec. 8 615-460-4608 | belmont.edu/music

N NASHVILLE FLUTE CHOIR HOLIDAY CONCERT

Saturday, Dec. 1 615-244-3340 | fristcenter.org

Enjoy holiday tunes by Music City’s flute ensemble. Frist Center, 919 Broadway, Nashville. 1 p.m. Free.

The Nashville Symphony presents a musical retelling of Dr. Seuss’ beloved story along with other holiday favorites. Arrive an hour early for pre-concert activities like a musical instrument petting zoo, crafts and more. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville. 11 a.m. $27 - $36.

The Rising Stars youth show choir performs seasonal music. Academy Park Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Ave., Franklin. 7 p.m. Free.

Dec. 18 - 19 615-541-8200 | studiotenn.com

This holiday concert pays homage to the holiday specials of bygone eras. Jamison Hall at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin. 7 p.m. $30 - $90.

N THEATER BUG’S

SEVENTH ANNUAL WINTER CONCERT Dec. 6 - 9 615-818-7358 | thetheaterbug.org

Fifty-five local children and teens perform a night of seasonal music. The Theater Bug, 4809 Gallatin Pike, Nashville. Thu - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 6 p.m. $10 adults, $5 ages 11 & younger.

N GUERRERO CONDUCTS

N TOUR & CONCERT: A LEGENDARY

HANDEL’S MESSIAH

HOLIDAY AT HISTORIC RCA STUDIO B

Dec. 13 - 16 615-687-6400 | nashvillesymphony.org

Saturday, Dec. 15 615-416-2001 | countrymusichalloffame.org

Four vocal soloists join the Nashville Symphony and Symphony Chorus to perform their inspiring holiday tradition. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville. Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 3 p.m. $30 - $85.

Enjoy a holiday tour of the historic recording studio. While there, you’ll experience a concert with guitarist Meagan Taylor (great-niece of Chet Atkins) and pianist Jason Coleman (grandson of Floyd Cramer). Transportation provided from the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville. 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. & 5 - 7 p.m. $25. Register in advance.

N KRIS ALLEN:

SOMETHIN’ ABOUT CHRISTMAS Wednesday, Dec. 12 615-324-1010 | citywinery.com

The winner of American Idol Season 8 sings holiday tunes. City Winery, 609 Lafayette, Nashville. 8 p.m. $18 - $25.

N THE NOT SO SILENT NIGHT TOUR

AMY GRANT, “The Queen of Christmas Music,” shares the Ryman stage with hubby Vince Gill during their Christmas at the Ryman residency Dec. 5 - 23. Catch Grant’s new Tennessee Christmas TV special on the Hallmark Channel Monday, Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. The program includes musical guests Gill, Michael W. Smith and Kellie Pickler.

W WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMUNITY BAND HOLIDAY CONCERT Saturday, Dec. 1 wcparksandrec.com

An afternoon of traditional and international carols, popular holiday music and original tunes. Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin. 3 p.m. Free. (turn to page 47)

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THINGS TO DO W Gary

Morris Christmas

615-538-2076 franklintheatre.com All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $40 - $60. A night of country-flavored holiday music.

N FREE Homeschool Day

615-741-2692 tnmuseum.org All ages. Tennessee State Museum, 1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Homeschool students can experience living history programs and a scavenger hunt while learning more about the educational resources for homeschool families.

HOME ALONE IN CONCERT is a Nashville Symphony holiday tradition. See the movie in HD over the stage while the orchestra plays John Williams’ score. Catch it Dec. 5 - 6 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

N Tennessee

Titans Football

615-565-4200 titansonline.com All ages. Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $40 - $200. Versus the Jacksonville Jaguars.

N FREE Toddler Time (Register)

615-862-8580 nashville.gov/parks Ages 2 - 5. Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 11 a.m. An educational nature program.

R Youth

Volleyball Class

615-907-2251 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 9 - 17. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 4:30 - 6 p.m.; $3. Learn to bump, set and spike while coaches give instruction on every aspect of the game.

FRI 7 N FREE Be a

Deer (Register)

615-862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov Ages 4 - 10. Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Learn about white-tailed deer seen in the park.

N FREE Bells Bend

Night Hike (Register)

615-862-4187 nashville.gov/parks All ages. Bells Bend Outdoor Center, 4187 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 6:30 p.m. Explore and listen for animals of the night.

N Big Band Holidays

615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $40 - $139. The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis present a night of holiday tunes with a swingin’ feel.

R FREE Boro Art Crawl

boroartcrawl.com All ages. Various locations; 6 - 9 p.m. View art in 17 Murfreesboro galleries.

N Christmas Dinner at Belmont Mansion (Register)

615-460-5459 belmont.edu/music Adults. Belmont Mansion, 1700 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $175. Enjoy an elegant holiday dinner in Adelicia Acklen’s Grand Salon.

N Drop-In

Creative Play

615-933-9644 littlearthousenashville.com Ages 10 months - 3 years. Little Art House, 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 9 - 9:45 a.m. and 10 - 10:45 a.m.; first visit is $5; $30 membership (for six visits) afterward. Explore, create and get messy with your little one.

N Family Friday:

Storytelling and Artmaking with Marla Faith (Register)

615-933-9644 littlearthousenashville.com Ages 4 - 9. Little Art House, 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.; $25 per adult/child pair. After a reading of Eric Carle’s A Home for Hermit Crab, use colored tissue paper to make a seascape collage.

W FREE Family

Martial Arts Class (Register)

615-224-3851 harvestmartialarts.com Ages 5+. Harvest Martial Arts, 595 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Learn and practice the selfdefense art of Han Mu Do.

W FREE Franklin Art Scene

615-591-8500 downtownfranklintn.com All ages. Main Street in Downtown Franklin; 6 - 9 p.m. View art in dozens of downtown galleries.

W FREE Lego

Mania (Register)

615-371-0090 brentwoodtn.gov/library Ages 5 - 12. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Unleash creativity while building with LEGO blocks.

N Marine Biologist for a Day (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Marvel Universe Live! Age of Heroes

See Thursday, Dec. 6.

S FREE Merry

Mansker’s Christmas: Cookies, Cocoa and Crafts (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

R FREE MTSU Star Party

mtsu.edu/physics All ages. MTSU’s WiserPatten Science Hall Room 102, 1500 Greenland Drive, Murfreesboro; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Eric Klump presents “Funky Fizix in Film: Creation of the Elements” followed by telescope viewing.

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Ice Skating Glide with glee this holiday season.

A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS at Gaylord Opryland has indoor ice skating for the entire family.

INDOOR N A Country Christmas at Gaylord Opryland

2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville 615-889-1000 christmasatgaylordopryland.com The indoor ice rink is back and bigger than ever with more than 7,000 square feet of ice. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s through Jan. 1. Hours vary daily. Cost is $17.99 per person if bought online in advance. Tickets include skate rental and unlimited same-day skating. They also have skate buddies for early learners.

N Ford Ice Center

5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Antioch 615-742-4399 fordicecenter.com Enjoy year-round daily public skate sessions and weekend jams on indoor ice rinks. Hours vary daily. Cost is $7.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 10, free ages 0 - 2, plus $3 skate rental.

N Centennial Sportsplex

222 25th Ave. N., Nashville 615-862-8480 nashville.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/CentennialSportsplex/Ice-Skating.aspx Enjoy year-round daily public skate sessions on indoor ice rinks. Hours vary daily. Cost is $7 adults, $6 ages 5 - 12, free ages 4 and younger, plus a $2 skate rental.

OUTDOOR N Smashville Holiday Festival

310 First Ave. S., Nashville 615-788-4773 smashvilleholidayfestival.com Through Jan. 6, take advantage of an outdoor ice rink at Ascend Amphitheater. There are open skate times Wed - Sun through Dec. 20 and then daily Dec. 21 - Jan. 6. Online tickets are $16.48 with skate rental, $13.73 if you have your own skates. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also pond hockey every Mon and Wed for teams of three.

Winterfest at the Fountains at Gateway

1500 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro fountainswinterfest.com All ages can enjoy ice skating at this outdoor rink through Jan. 21. The rink is decorated with festive decor, and there will be live music and themed skate days like Mom and Me Mondays, Preds Night, Tacky Christmas Sweater and more. Rink hours vary by day. Cost is $16 adults, $13 ages 4 - 12, free ages 3 & younger (includes skate rentals and 90 minutes on the ice). They also have supports for little learners to lean on as they skate.

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THINGS TO DO Blvd., Nashville; 1 - 2 p.m. Learn about the banjo and its history while listening to old tunes.

N Family Program:

R FREE Bethlehem

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org Ages 5 - 18. RCA Studio B, 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Nashville; 12 - 1 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 youth for residents in Cheatham, Davidson, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Wilson or Williamson counties; $18 adults, $15 youth all others. Explore the studio’s history where artists like Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, the Everly Brothers and many more made hits. In this interactive workshop, your family can discover the music made there, learn about the science of sound, learn the basics of the recording process and track a song as a group.

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615-896-0940 sebaptist.org All ages. S.E. Baptist Church, 708 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro; 12 - 5 p.m. A walkthrough drama re-enacting how the village of Bethlehem might have appeared the morning after the birth of Christ.

R Cake Decorat-

ing for Kids & Teens (Register)

DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS celebrates 34 years this season! Middle Tennessee’s biggest winter festival takes place on the streets of Downtown Franklin Dec. 8 - 9, and youth musicians perform throughout the weekend. It’s FREE!

R FREE Murfrees-

boro Christmas Tree Lighting

615-895-1887 downtownmurfreesboro.com All ages. Public Square, 20 N. Public Square, Murfreesboro; 6 p.m. Enjoy carols, treats, a visit with Santa and the flip of the switch on the city’s Christmas tree.

R Toddler Time

615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 5 & younger. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m.; $3. Follow directions, working together and learn body part recognition.

N Opry

SAT 8

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N 25th Annual

at the Ryman

N Porter Flea

Holiday Market

porterflea.com All ages. The Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; Fri 6 - 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $25 for the Friday night preview, free Sat. Tackle your holiday shopping with dozens of vendors.

R Smyrna

Strokes (Register)

brooke.driver@townofsmyrna. org | townofsmyrna.org Ages 5 - 15. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 6 - 8 p.m.; $10. Paint a snowman.

Christmas Toy Train Show

615-646-2232 dixiedivisiontca.com All ages. The Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $7 adults, free ages 12 & younger. Model train layouts in several gauges will be in operation for viewing, plus more than 200 tables from various manufacturers and dealers. Five new train sets will be given away to kids through a drawing.

W FREE 34th

Annual Dickens of a Christmas

williamsonheritage.org All ages. Downtown Franklin, 317 Main St., Franklin; Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Middle Tennessee’s largest outdoor Christmas festival recreates the time of Charles Dickens. Experience 200 musicians, dancers and characters, including many from Dickens’ stories. There’s live entertainment, carolers, vendors, crafts and more. The festival promises to make it snow, too!

N A Hillsboro

Village Holiday (Register)

615-933-9644 littlearthousenashville.com All ages. Little Art House, 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 4 - 6 p.m.; $5 per ornament. Get creative at ornamentmaking stations.

615-956-6077 thecuriouskitchen.net Ages 6 - 15. The Curious Kitchen, 1602 W. Northfield Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10:30 a.m.; $55. Learn cake icing basics, fundamentals of frosting, decorating techniques, working with fondant and more.

S FREE Christmas Caroling Contest

615-859-3458 rivergate-mall.com All ages. RiverGate Mall, 1000 Rivergate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 12 p.m. Come out and cheer on individuals, school and church choirs, and other non-professional groups as they sing for a chance to have a recorded performance played on the radio.

R FREE Christmas Downtown

townofsmyrna.org All ages. Downtown Smyrna, 100 Front St., Smyrna; 5 - 8 p.m. Holiday fun includes s’mores, hot chocolate, carriage rides ($3) and photos with Santa ($5).

N Drop-In

N Figure

Study (Register)

615-244-3340 fristartmuseum.org Ages 18+. Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 1 p.m.; $15 members, $20 non-members. Bring your own nontoxic drawing or sculpting mediums to enhance your artistic practice with the masterworks in Paris 1900: City of Entertainment.

N FREE Fireside

Chat: Build a Fire

615-862-8555 wpnc.nashville.gov All ages. Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Learn how to build a campfire, from selecting a safe spot and selecting materials to maintaining and extinguishing the fire.

N FREE Frist

Architecture Tour

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

Art Class

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N FREE Banjo

N Drop-In

615-862-8580 nashville.gov/parks All ages. Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

by the Fire (Register)

Making Waves at Historic RCA Studio B (Register)

Creative Play

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THINGS TO DO R Frosty Fun Run

615-494-3141 fleetfeetmurfreesboro.com All ages. Stones River Country Club, 1830 N.W. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 7 a.m.; $35 plus an unwrapped child’s gift. Choose a two- or 4.5-mile course and enjoy post-race waffles and coffee. Proceeds benefit local children’s charities.

N FREE Gnu Tales & Raccoon Log Ride

615-745-1009 thirdcoastcomedy.club Ages 5 - 12. Third Coast Comedy, 1310 Clinton St., Nashville; 10 a.m.; $5. This improv comedy fairy tale show for kids includes lots of audience participation.

N Grappling Games

832-526-8683 grapplinggames.org All ages. The Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 9 a.m.; $10 ages 6+. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission wrestling event with men’s, women’s and kids’ categories.

W Guided

Hike Day (Register)

615-370-4672 | owlshill.org All ages. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 10 a.m.; $8. Get outdoors and choose from three hike offerings: family hike, moderate hike or challenging hike.

N Historic Home Yuletide Tours

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Holiday

at Cheekwood

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

W Holiday Basket

Weaving (Register)

615-370-4672 | owlshill.org Adults. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $55. Learn the basics of basket weaving with holiday-themed material choices.

N Holiday Lights Carriage Tour (Register)

hwen.org All ages. First Seventh Day

Adventist Church, 2800 Blair Blvd., Nashville; Sat 5 - 8:30 p.m., Sun 4:30 - 8 p.m.; $23.50 ages 3+. The Regal Ride is $175 for six people in a private carriage. Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage tour to view lights in the HillsboroWest End neighborhood.

N FREE Kidsville

kidsvilleonline.org Ages 12 & younger. The Parthenon, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 11 a.m. Hear the story about how a local fossil inspired the creation of the Nashville Predators’ mascot, Gnash, then decorate faux fossils.

R Madagascar

615-563-2787 artscenterofcc.com All ages. The Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury; 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 students. This one-act musical is based on the Dreamworks animated film about a fun-loving group of zoo animals.

N Marine Biologist for a Day (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Marvel Universe

younger. Enjoy holiday market shopping, craft stations, pet selfies, face painting, live music, carriage rides, character appearances and more.

Live! Age of Heroes

N Nashville

R MTSU Blue

615-573-4537 comiccitytn.com All ages. The Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m.; $20 Saturday, $10 Sunday (with a toy donation), $25 for both days. Browse and buy comic books, toys, games and collectibles. There are also guest comic book authors and actors at the event.

See Thursday, Dec. 6.

Raiders Basketball

615-898-5261 goblueraiders.com All ages. Murphy Center, 1301 E. Main St., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; $15. Versus Murray State.

N Music City Santa Dash

whatdoyourunfor.com All ages. Cumberland Park, 592 S. First St., Nashville; 8 a.m.; $40 in advance, $45 race day. Dress in Santa attire and participate in this 5K jolly jog.

N Music

City Winterfest

musiccitywinterfest.com All ages. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $5 adults, free ages 17 &

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N FREE Naturally

Gifted Holiday Open House

615-862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov All ages. Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Grab a cup of cocoa and shop for art and gifts.

N Noel Notes & Nibbles

615-460-5459 belmontmansion.com All ages. Belmont Mansion, 1700 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; $25. Light breakfast treats, musical entertainment, holiday photos and tours of the decorated mansion.

N Opry

at the Ryman

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Porter Flea

Holiday Market

See Friday, Dec. 7.

R FREE Roots Youth Exhibition

BETHLEHEM MARKETPLACE is a free walk-through experience that recreates the city of Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s birth. Experience it Dec. 8 - 9 at Southeast Baptist Church in Murfreesboro.

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615-962-8773 murfreesborotn.gov/parks All ages. Bradley Academy Museum, 415 S. Academy St., Murfreesboro; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. This exhibit features artwork by local students, ages 6 - 18 showcasing different cultures, traditions and backgrounds of the community.

THINGS TO DO studio, enjoy live Christmas music of the Nashville Sound era.

R Wildlife

Painting (Register)

615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 13+. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9 - 11 a.m.; $15. Participate in an artistled paint-along with naturebased subject matter.

N Winter Wonders

MUSIC CITY WINTERFEST at Centennial Park has marshmallow roasting, craft stations, live music, carriage rides, a holiday shopping market and more. It takes place Dec. 8 - 9.

R Rutherford County 4-H Pancake Breakfast & Marketplace

615-898-7710 bdavenp4@utk.edu All ages. Lane Agri-Park, 315 John Rice Blvd., Murfreesboro; 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Free admission to the Marketplace. Breakfast (8 a.m. - 12 p.m.) is $8 adults. Santa photos are a suggested $5 donation or free with the purchase of the breakfast. The breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, eggs and a drink. The Marketplace features vendors with home decor, woodwork, spices, candles, jewelry and more.

Blvd., Nashville; 5 - 10 p.m.; $15.95 adults, $11.95 ages 2 - 12 plus $9 per planetarium show. All the exhibits stay open late, and you can also pop into the planetarium for a live show, a documentary-style full-dome feature and laser shows.

N Sensory-Friendly Planetarium Show

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

615-862-5160 | adventuresci.org/sudekum-sensory All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; $9 adults, $8 ages 2 - 12 (plus gate admission: $15.95 adults, $11.95 ages 2 - 12). Enjoy the show with a brighter theater, quieter audio and smaller crowds so kids can move and vocalize as needed.

N Second Saturday

R Short Springs Day

N Saturday Crafternoon Workshop (Register)

615-862-5160 | adventuresci.org/secondsaturday All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley

Hiking (Register)

615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 10+. The Wilderness

Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 8 a.m.; $15. Hike a moderate trail with elevation changes and some steep terrain. Departs from the Wilderness Station.

W Sierra Hull Christmas

615-538-2076 franklintheatre.com All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $31 - $41. A night of bluegrass holiday tunes.

N Tour and Concert:

Emily West’s Winter Wonderland Featuring Whiskey Wolves of the West (Register)

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org All ages. RCA Studio B, 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Nashville (transportation provided from the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum); 3 & 4:15 p.m.; $25. Following a guided tour of the historic

SUN 9 W FREE 34th Annual

N Christmas & Love

with Kenny Lattimore

615-324-1010 citywinery.com All ages. City Winery, 609 Lafayette St., Nashville; 5:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m.; $30 - $45. A night of R&B-flavored holiday music.

N Historic Home Yuletide Tours

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

W Holiday Doll Hair Salon Spectacular (Register)

See Sunday, Dec. 2.

N Holiday Lights Carriage Tour (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 8.

N Marvel Universe Live! Age of Heroes

See Thursday, Dec. 6.

N Music City Winterfest

See Saturday, Dec. 8.

Dickens of a Christmas

N Nashville

See Saturday, Dec. 8.

S Appalachian

W FREE Rising Stars

615-517-5714 holidayfesttn.org Adults. Garrott’s StoneWall House, 332 E. Main St., Gallatin; 6:30 p.m.; $40. Feast on an authentic Appalachian dinner complete with moonshine, wine and stack cake while you enjoy storytelling and music.

wcparksandrec.com Ages 5 - 13. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 3 - 5 p.m. Kids can audition for Into the Woods Jr. (performance dates are Feb. 28 - March 3, 2019). Prepare 16 - 32 bars of a musical theater song to sing a cappella. Bring a photo.

Christmas Dinner

R FREE Bethlehem

Comic Con

Theater Audition

Marketplace

W FREE Stars on

N Celtic Thunder X

wcparksandrec.com Ages 5 - 17. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Youth selected to be a part of this group will be able to fine-tune their craft and perform publicly. Prepare a well-known pop or musical theater song to sing a cappella, and dress to move as a dance routine will be taught.

See Saturday, Dec. 8. 615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $43.50 - $118.50. Ireland’s singing group celebrates its 10th anniversary. Presented without orchestra.

Stage Youth Show Choir Auditions

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THINGS TO DO N Nashville

Predators Hockey

615-770-7800 nashvillepredators.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $22 - $195. Versus the Ottawa Senators.

N Opry at the Ryman

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

R Preschool

Program: Animal Sounds (Register)

shelly.denton@townofsmyrna. org | townofsmyrna.org Ages 2 - 5. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 1 - 2 p.m.; $2. Learn about animal sounds with the book Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?

R SPARK!

See Monday, Dec. 3.

WALK THROUGH BETHLEHEM at Woodmont Christian Church in Nashville takes place Sunday, Dec. 9. There are several hands-on activities for kids like olive pressing, basket weaving, carpentry and bread baking.

N Tuesdays for Tots See Tuesday, Dec. 4.

R Water Polo N Sunday Funday

Workshop (Register)

See Sunday, Dec. 2.

N FREE Walk

Through Bethlehem

615-297-8563 woodmontchristianchurch. org/walk-through-bethlehem All ages. Woodmont Christian Church, 3601 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville; 1 - 7 p.m. More than 200 costumed characters and live animals recreate the village of Bethlehem at the time of Jesus’ birth. Hands-on children’s activities include basket weaving, carpentry, olive pressing and pottery.

W FREE Williamson

County Community Chorus Winter Concert

wcparksandrec.com All ages. Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin; 3 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of seasonal music, from sacred to contemporary.

MON 10 N FREE A Camerata Christmas

615-460-4608 belmont.edu/music All ages. Bemont Mansion, 1700 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a night of bluegrass-style carols.

S Appalachian

Christmas Dinner

See Sunday, Dec. 9.

N Early Explorers See Monday, Dec. 3.

N Jerry Lee Lewis

615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $80 - $130. A night of rockabilly music. Presented without orchestra.

See Tuesday, Dec. 4.

W Mommy

& Me Movement

W Youth Yoga

WED 12

TUE 11

W Archery Home-

See Monday, Dec. 3.

N Moonlight Zip (Register)

615-395-9950 adventureworks.com Ages 6+. Adventureworks, 1300 Narrows of the Harpeth Road, Kingston Springs; 7:30, 8 & 8:30 p.m.; $65. Zipline through the dark evening forest under the light of the full moon.

S Appalachian

school Day (Register)

See Wednesday, Dec. 5.

Christmas Dinner

R Critter Encounter

R FREE Holiday

R FREE Holiday See Tuesday, Dec. 11.

See Monday, Dec. 3.

615-459-4884 | rclstn.org All ages. Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Road W., Smyrna; 10 a.m. Celebrate the season with a family-friendly holiday flick.

R Snack Attack!

R Homeschool

W FREE Kid’s Hour

W FREE Power

Yoga (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

R SPARK!

See Monday, Dec. 3.

Tumbleweeds (Register) See Monday, Dec. 3.

See Sunday, Dec. 9.

Movie Morning

Program: Snowflakes (Register)

brooke.driver@townofsmyrna. org | townofsmyrna.org All ages. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $5. Learn about snowflakes and how they are unique.

See Wednesday, Dec. 5.

Movie Morning

R Homeschool

Program: Snowflakes (Register)

See Tuesday, Dec. 11.

615-550-5660 Ages 10 & younger. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 8:30 a.m. Multi-instrumentalist Jacob Johnson entertains kids.

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THINGS TO DO N FREE Lunch &

Learn: Holiday Traditions During the Great Depression

615-741-2692 tnmuseum.org All ages. Tennessee State Museum, 1000 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville; 12 - 12:45 p.m. Bring your lunch and join Curator Graham Perry to learn the traditions of southern holiday food during the Great Depression.

N FREE Night

Hike (Register)

615-862-8580 nashville.gov/parks All ages. Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 5 p.m. Hike the Henry Hollow Loop under the light of the moon.

W Street

Corner Symphony

615-538-2076 franklintheatre.com All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $26 - $36. This a cappella group performs songs from multiple genres.

R Tumbleweeds (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

R Wild

Things (Register)

See Wednesday, Dec. 5.

THU 13 N FREE Children’s Holiday Party

615-862-5871 nashvillepubliclibrary.org Ages 3 - 12. S.E. Branch Library, 5260 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Nashville; 4 - 5 p.m. Music, snacks, games and more.

R Climbing Club See Thursday, Dec. 6.

N FREE Evergreen Beaman (Register)

615-862-8580 nashville.gov/parks Ages 13+. Beaman Park

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Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 9 a.m. Learn about evergreen plants and winter trees.

R FREE Holiday Movie Morning

See Tuesday, Dec. 11.

N FREE Holiday Party

615-862-5870 nashvillepubliclibrary.org Ages 6 - 12. Richland Park Library, 4711 Charlotte Ave., Nashville; 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Make a 3D snowman craft, play games and enjoy food.

N Holiday

Trivia Night

615-784-4014 capitoltheatretn.com All ages. Capitol Theatre, 110 W. Main St., Lebanon; 6:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $5 movie only. Trivia games, contests, a photo booth and screening of Home Alone (at 8:15 p.m.).

N Nashville

Predators Hockey

615-770-7800 nashvillepredators.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $22 - $195. Versus the Vancouver Canucks.

N Paul Vasterling’s 10th Anniversary Gala

615-782-4040 tpac.org All ages. TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $35. The Nashville Symphony and Nashville Ballet salute Nashville Ballet Artistic Director Paul Vasterling’s first 20 years with a collection of classical and contemporary works.

R Youth

Volleyball Class

See Thursday, Dec. 6.

FRI 14 R FREE All

Access Night (Register)

615-890-2300 ksmith@explorethedc.org explorethedc.org All ages. Discovery Center, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 5:30 - 8 p.m. Special needs families only can explore exhibits, meet animals, enjoy snacks and more.

N Beer & Hymns: Carols

615-784-4014 capitoltheatretn.com Ages 18+. Capitol Theatre, 110 W. Main St., Lebanon; 7:30 p.m.; $12. A Christmas carol sing-along.

N Christmas Open House

615-460-5459 belmontmansion.com All ages. Belmont Mansion, 1700 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 6 - 8 p.m.; $10. Take a selfguided tour of the decorated mansion, enjoy music, sip cider and nibble on cookies.

N DIY Fri-YAY Date Night (Register)

craftlove.com/nashville Ages 18+. Craft Love, 5104 Centennial Blvd., Nashville; 7 - 10 p.m.; $35 - $85. Get creative and make art with your S.O.

N Drop-In

Creative Play

See Friday, Dec. 7.

W FREE Family

Martial Arts Class (Register)

See Friday, Dec. 7.

W Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt (Register)

615-794-2103 franklintn.gov/ parks Ages 2 - 12. Eastern Flank Event Facility, 1368 Eastern Flank Cir., Franklin; 6:30 - 8 p.m.; $5. Kids

can decorate treat bags before hitting the grounds with their flashlights (bring their own) to search for candy canes ready to be eaten. Cocoa and cookies served.

W FREE

Games Club (Register)

615-371-0090 brentwoodtn.gov Ages 6 - 12. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 4:30 p.m. Have fun playing classic and new board games.

R Holiday

W Movies & Cocoa

615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 8 - 15. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; $20. This overnight outing includes games, swimming, sports and more.

615-786-0186 wcparksandrec.com Ages 10 & younger. Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin; 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.; $10. Snap a pic with St. Nick, sip cocoa, decorate cookies and watch a holiday flick.

Lock-In (Register)

R FREE Holiday Movie Morning

See Tuesday, Dec. 11.

N INK

615-350-7200 ozartsnashville.org All ages. OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville; Fri 8 p.m., Sat 7 p.m.; $69. Camille A. Brown & Dancers present this amalgamation of African-American social dance, tap, jazz, modern and hip hop.

N Marine

Biologist for a Day (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

with Santa (Register)

N FREE Nashville Flea Market

615-862-5016 nashvilleflea.com All ages. The Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; Fri 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Shop for treasures with a “‘Tis the Season” theme.

N Opry

at the Ryman

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

R Pinecone Bird

Feeders (Register)

615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 4+. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9:30 - 10 a.m.; $3. Make wintertime treats to put outside for your feathered friends. (turn to page 59)

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THINGS TO DO R Santa

Splash and Dash

615-893-7439 murfreesborotn.gov/parks Ages 7 - 13. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 9 p.m.; $5 in advance, $7 day of. This indoor holiday pool party includes an ornament craft, meal and swimming.

W Skate Night

615-799-9331 wcparksandrec.com All ages. Fairview Recreation

Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; $5. Bring your own skates for a night of fun.

R Toddler Time See Friday, Dec. 7.

N WWE Live Holiday Tour

615-770-2000 bridgestonearena.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $18.20 $109.50. A night of wrestling excitement.

SAT 15 W American Girl at Peter Pan & Tinker Bell (Register)

877-247-5223 | americangirl.com/retail/nashville.php Ages 7+. American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 11:15 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $95. Head to TPAC where you’ll fly into Never Land for the production of Peter Pan and Tinker Bell: A Pirate’s Christmas. A boxed lunch and transportation provided.

N Born in

a Barn (Register)

615-942-7169 greendoorgourmet.com All ages. Green Door Gourmet, 7007 River Road Pike, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $25 adults, $10 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 & younger. Holiday stories, songs and a soup supper benefiting Vanderbilt’s Rooted Community Health Program.

R FREE Christmas Traditions Hike (Register)

615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov/parks All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 4 - 5 p.m. Grab some cocoa and explore the traditions of Christmas during a nature hike.

W Deborah

Allen’s Rockin’ Little Christmas

615-538-2076 franklintheatre.com All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $24.50 - $34.50. A night of country/rock-inspired holiday music.

N Drop-In Art Class See Saturday, Dec. 1.

SPOTLIGHT:

Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro continues thru Christmas Eve

Free holiday fun for kids includes lots of hands-on activities and free photos with Kris Kringle.

or free holiday fun done right, take the kids to Bass Pro Shop to encounter the dynamic Santa’s Wonderland. The 3,500-square-foot Christmas village invites children of all ages to enjoy a variety of games and activities. Build with Lincoln Logs, mingle with elves, maneuver remotecontrol trucks, take aim in the laser/foam toy arcade, create crafts, write letters to St. Nick and more.

Speaking of Santa, kids can hop on his lap and leave with a free 4 x 6 studio-quality photo. No need to wait in a long line. Just go online and use the free digital Bass Pass system to schedule your child’s time. Updates and reminders are sent via text message. Hours are Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. For more info, including a full slate of activities, visit basspro.com/ santa.

N Drop-In

Creative Play

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

R FREE Family Movie 615-893-4131 |rclstn.org All ages. Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. Enjoy a screening of Mary Poppins.

N Family Program:

Beginner Fiddle Workshop, Holiday Classics

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org Ages 7+. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 11 a.m. & 11:15 - 11:45 a.m.; free with gate ($25.95 adults, $15.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger; discounts for local families). Learn the history of the fiddle and simple playing techniques.

N FREE Fireside Chat: Stories Around the Fire

615-862-8555 wpnc.nashville.gov All ages. Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bring stories to share around the warmth of a campfire.

N FREE Frist

Architecture Tour

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Hands-On

History: Christmas on the Frontier

615-356-0501 bellemeadeplantation.com Ages 5 - 12. Belle Meade Plantation, 5025 Harding Pike, Nashville; 10 a.m.; $12. Explore yuletide traditions of old, go wassailing, make crafts and learn to dance the Virginia reel.

N Historic Home Yuletide Tours

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Holiday

at Cheekwood

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N INK

See Friday, Dec 14.

N FREE Kidsville

kidsvilleonline.org Ages 12 & younger. The Parthenon, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 11 a.m. Farmer Jason leads a musical exploration of the great outdoors and farm life before kids decorate their own farmer bandanas.

W FREE Memory Tree 615-799-5544 bowiepark.org All ages. Bowie Nature Park, 7211 Bowie Lake Road, Fairview; 12 - 4 p.m. Bring an ornament for someone to be remembered this year, and hang it on the tree.

N FREE Nashville Flea Market

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Holidays on Stage Celebrate the season at a local theater near you.

N ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS MY TWO FRONT TEETH Dec. 7 - 22 | All ages

615-646-9977 | dinnertheatre.com

Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville. 11 a.m. $9. In this special children’s holiday show, a spunky 7-year-old expert whistler’s solo spot in the Christmas Extravaganza is in jeopardy after a hockey puck takes out her two front teeth.

W A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS Thru Dec. 9 | All ages 615-538-7107 sourceonefive.com

Source One Five at the Little Brick Theatre at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Building 6, Franklin. Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 & 7 p.m. (2 p.m. only Dec. 8), Sun 2 p.m. $15 adults, $10 ages 4 - 12. Source One Five’s premiere production brings the Peanuts gang to the stage to discover the real meaning of the holiday season.

W A CHRISTMAS CAROL Dec. 7 - 8 | All ages 615-972-8394 dramapeople.com

Drama People at Academy Park Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Ave., Franklin. Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 & 7 p.m. $7 - $10. Charles Dickens’ tale of Christmases past, present and future.

N A CHRISTMAS CAROL Dec. 18 - 21 | All ages 615-847-0934 lakewoodtheatre.org

N A CHRISTMAS STORY Thru Dec. 22 | All ages 615-782-4040 nashvillerep.org

Nashville Rep at TPAC’s Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville. Wed - Thu 6:30 p.m., Fri 7:30 p.m., Sat 2:30 & 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m. $47.50 adults, $25 ages 12 & younger. It’s the 10th and final year of this production based on the beloved holiday movie about a young boy who wants a Red Ryder B.B. gun for Christmas.

N CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE Thru Dec. 28 | All ages

615-889-1000 christmasatgaylordopryland. com

Cirque Dreams at the Grand Ole Opry House, 2804 Opryland Drive, Nashville. Days and showtimes vary. $24.99 - $89.99. Cirque performers dressed as ornaments come to life and perform dazzling feats to holiday music in this Vegas-style extravaganza.

N ELF, THE MUSICAL

NASHVILLE’S NUTCRACKER, Nashville Ballet’s annual holiday tradition featuring hundreds of local kids in the cast, is at TPAC Dec. 1 - 23.

Thru Dec. 22 | Ages 8+ 615-646-9977 dinnertheatre.com

Lakewood Theatre Company, 2211 Old Hickory Blvd., Old Hickory. 7:30 p.m. $15 adults, $12 students. Dickens’ Christmas ghost story comes to life on stage.

Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville. Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m. $16 - $60 evening shows, $19 - $27.50 matinees. Based on the beloved holiday film, this fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity.

W A CHRISTMAS CAROL:

S ELF JR., THE MUSICAL

A LIVE RADIO PLAY

Thru Dec. 15 | All ages 615-791-5007 | pull-tight.com

Pull-Tight Theater, 112 Second Ave. S., Franklin. Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m. $18 adults, $12 students. Experience a live 1940s-era radio broadcast version of the Dickens classic with live sound effects.

W CHRISTMAS ON THE TOWNE Dec. 6 - 16 | All ages 615-221-1174 townecentretheatre.com

Towne Centre Theatre, 136 Frierson St., Brentwood. Thu - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m. $20 adults, $16 students. An original holiday production in conjunction with the Brentwood Arts Society.

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Dec. 14 - 16 | All ages 615-826-6037 | hpactn.com

Hendersonville Performing Arts Company, 260 W. Main St., Hendersonville. Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 & 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $10. This student production celebrates the story of Buddy the Elf.

S EVERY CHRISTMAS

STORY EVER TOLD

Dec. 13 - 16 | All ages actorspointtheatre.com

Actors Point Theatre at GodWhy Church, 100 GodWhy Court, Hendersonville. Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m. $13 - $27. Three actors decide to perform every holiday story ever told. Act II features the playing of A Christmas Carol and It’s a Wonderful Life at the same time.

N THE GAME SHOW SHOW: HOLIDAY EDITION Thru Dec. 22 | Ages 8+

615-646-9977 | dinnertheatre.com

Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville. Thu 12 & 7:30, Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m. plus Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. $16 - $60 evening shows, $19 - $27.50 matinees. Enjoy a holiday twist on some of America’s favorite TV game shows where you get to be part of the action.

N GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER

Monday, Dec. 24 | All ages 615-889-3060 | ryman.com

The Moscow Ballet at Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville. 3 p.m. $30 - $91. Experience a unique interpretation of the Nutcracker story featuring 80 classically trained ballet dancers.

N A NICE

FAMILY CHRISTMAS Dec. 7 - 16 | Ages 8+

615-598-8950 encore-theatre-company.org

Encore Theatre Company, 6978 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet. Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m. $15 adults, $12 youth. It’s Christmas Eve, and a young newspaper reporter on the brink of being fired has been assigned a last-chance story about a typical family Christmas — his family’s Christmas.

N PETER PAN &

TINKER BELL: A PIRATE’S CHRISTMAS Dec. 13 - 23 | All ages

615-782-4040 | tpac.org

TPAC and Lythgoe Family Panto at TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville. Thu - Fri 7:30 p.m. (additional 1 p.m. show on Friday, Dec. 21), Sat - Sun 1 & 6 p.m. (11 a.m. & 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 23). In this swashbuckling adventure, the pirates plan to kidnap Peter Pan as a Christmas present to Captain Hook. The show features contemporary music from the Bee Gees to Taylor Swift.

R SANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS

N THE MINI-NUTCRACKER

Thru Dec. 3 | All ages 615-862-8439 cybmininutcracker.brownpapertickets.com

Centennial Youth Ballet at Harpeth Hall’s Davis Auditorium, 3801 Hobbs Road, Nashville. Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 & 7 p.m., Sun 1 p.m. $12 adults, $8 ages 12 & younger (Sunday tickets are $15 and include a reception). A young girl’s Christmas dream comes to life in a magical world.

R MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET Thru Dec. 16 | All ages 615-904-2787 | boroarts.org

Center for the Arts, 110 W. College St., Murfreesboro. Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $15 adults, $13 students, $11 children. When it turns out that Macy’s Santa may be the real Kris Kringle, a wave of love spreads throughout New York City.

N NASHVILLE’S NUTCRACKER

Dec. 1 - 23 | All ages 615-782-4040 | nashvilleballet.com

Nashville Ballet at TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville. Dec. 1, 2 & 9 at 2 p.m.; Dec. 8, 15, 21 & 22 at 2 & 7 p.m.; Dec. 16 & 23 at 1 & 6:30 p.m. $40 - $90. Nashville Ballet’s holiday tradition celebrates 11 years with hundreds of local kids in the cast.

Dec. 7 - 16 | Ages 4+ 615-852-8499 springhousetheatre.com

Springhouse Theatre Company, 14119 Old Nashville Hwy., Smyrna. Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m. & Sunday, Sept. 30 at 3:30 p.m. $15 adults, $10 children. This holiday sequel to Smoke on the Mountain is set on Christmas Eve 1941 before one of the family members joining the fight in World War II.

R SAVE TOYLAND!

Dec. 7 - 16 | All ages 615-893-9825 | mltarts.com

Murfreesboro Little Theatre, 702 Ewing Blvd., Murfreesboro. Thu - Sun 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $10 adults, $7 students. A new musical based on the opera, Babes in Toyland.

N A TUNA CHRISTMAS

Dec. 1 - 6 | Ages 10+ 615-724-1600 | fontanel.com

Fontanel Winery, 4125 Whites Creek Pike, Nashville. Sun 1:30 p.m.; Dec. 1, 7, 14 & 15 at 6 p.m. $20 adults, $10 kids. Radio personalities report on various yuletide activities, including the annual lawndisplay contest.

Other Shows: N BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S Thru Dec. 16 | Ages 10+ 615-847-0934 lakewoodtheatre.org

Lakewood Theatre Company, 2211 Old Hickory Blvd., Old Hickory. Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m. $15 adults, $12 students. This musical is based on the 1961 film of the same name about a free spirit named Holly Golightly.

R DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Thru Dec. 2 | All ages 615-867-7244 murfreesborotn.gov/parks

Perform Murfreesboro at The Washington Theatre, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro. Fri Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $7.50 adults, $6 ages 4 - 17. This tale as old as time speaks to the importance of who we are inside.

W DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Dec. 7 - 30 | All ages 615-541-8200 | studiotenn.com

Studio Tenn at Jamison Theater at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin. Thu - Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 & 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $35 - $90. A witch transforms a handsome prince into a hideous beast to teach him a lesson about the importance of what’s on the inside.

N DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID Thru Dec. 23 | All ages 615-252-4675 | nashvillect.org

Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville. Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 & 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $21 adults, $16 children. In a kingdom beneath the sea, King Triton’s youngest daughter, Ariel, yearns for life on land.

S THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

Thru Dec. 9 | Ages 8+ 615-826-6037 | hpactn.com

Hendersonville Performing Arts Company, 260 W. Main St., Hendersonville. Thu - Fri 7:30 p.m., Sat 2 & 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $18 adults, $15 students. Four siblings discover a land where a great lion struggles with a witch.

W THE MUSIC MAN Thru Dec. 2 | All ages wcparksandrec.com

Star Bright Players at Freedom Middle School, 750 Hwy 96 W., Franklin. Thu - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $10. A con man poses as a boys’ band leader in a naive Midwestern town. (daily activities continue on page 63)

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THINGS TO DO N FREE Nashville Flea Market

See Friday, Dec. 14.

Riverbend Kids’ Club

615-468-2008 riverbendnurseries.com All ages. Riverbend Nurseries, 2008 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin; 10 - 11 a.m.; $5. Participate in hands-on gardening activities.

N Saturday

Crafternoon Workshop (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Nashville

N Sinatra Forever

615-770-7800 nashvillepredators.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $22 - $195. Versus the New Jersey Devils.

615-782-4040 | tpac.org All ages. War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $45 - $100. A 24-piece orchestra backs a master impressionist on a 22-song set of Sinatra classics.

N FREE NTOS

S FREE Winter

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Christmas Bird Count (Register)

House Concert Series (Register)

615-862-4187 nashville.gov/parks Ages 13+. Bells Bend Outdoor Center, 4187 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 8:30 a.m. Join the Nashville chapter of the Tennessee Ornithological Society for the annual counting of winter birds.

615-824-0502 historicrockcastle.com Ages 21+. Historic Rock Castle, 139 Rock Castle Lane, Hendersonville; 6 - 9 p.m.; $50. Enjoy live music by South for Winter and Jesse Isley along with heavy hors d’ouevres, craft beer and white wine.

N Opry

N Winter Wonders

at the Ryman

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

R Parents’

Night Out (Register)

alex.lempin@townofsmyrna. org | townofsmyrna.org Ages 6 - 13. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 6 10 p.m.; $5. Kids can enjoy games and activities while you tackle that shopping list.

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Yoga

at Beaman (Register)

615-862-8580 nashville.gov/parks Adults. Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 9:30 a.m.; $8. A morning yoga session in the serenity of Paradise Ridge.

SUN 16

N Sunday Funday

Workshop (Register)

See Sunday, Dec. 2.

R Books and Biscuits 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org All ages. Discovery Center, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m.; $8. Join Clifford and his pals for stories, cookies and milk.

N Creative Zone:

Hip Hats & Outlaw Bandanas

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; free with gate ($25.95 adults, $15.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger; discounts for local families). Make paper hat and bandana designs inspired by the hats, bandanas and other accessories on view in the museum galleries.

N Historic Home Yuletide Tours

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

W Holiday Doll Hair Salon Spectacular (Register)

See Sunday, Dec. 2.

N Holiday From

Whoville Ice Show

615-928-7977 nashvilleiceskate.com All ages. Centennial Sportsplex, 222 25th Ave. North, Nashville; 2 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 ages 4 12. This ice show highlights all levels of figure skating with national and sectional competitors.

S John Berry

Christmas Show

615-452-5692 johnberry.com All ages. The Palace Theater, 146 N. Water Ave., Gallatin; 7:30 p.m.; $40. A night of holiday songs and stories.

MON 17 S Christmas 4 Kids Tour Bus Show

christmas4kids.org All ages. Walmart, 204 Anderson Lane N., Hendersonville; 5 - 9 p.m.; $5 adults, $2 ages 2 - 12, $20 family max. Walk through the tour buses of country stars and get autographs from a variety of artists during this benefit for Christmas 4 Kids, which provides shopping spree money for local kids in need.

N Early Explorers See Monday, Dec. 3.

N Levi Kreis: Home for the Holidays

615-324-1010 citywinery.com All ages. City Winery, 609 Lafayette St., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $20. The Tony Awardwinning artist sings favorite Christmas carols and holiday classics.

W Mommy

& Me Movement

See Monday, Dec. 3.

R FREE Night of Thanks

615-893-7439 murfreesborotn.gov/parks All ages. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 5 - 7 p.m. A banquet honoring community partners and volunteers who have helped the youth development program.

W FREE Power

R SPARK!

See Monday, Dec. 3.

R Tumbleweeds (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

N Vanderbilt Com-

modores Basketball

615-322-4653 vucommodores.com All ages. Memorial Gym, 210 25th Ave. S., Nashville; 6 p.m.; $16. Versus Arizona State.

W Youth Yoga

See Monday, Dec. 3.

TUE 18 N FREE Davidson

County Homeschool 4-H Club

615-862-5235 | extension. tennessee.edu/davidson/ pages/homeschool4-h.aspx Grades 4 - 12. Nashville Farmers’ Market, 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville; 2 p.m. Students can participate in STEM and healthy living projects.

W Grandparent & Me Art Class (Register)

615-790-5719, ext. 2020 wcparksandrec.com Ages 3 - 6. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 9:30 11 a.m.; $15 per pair. Have fun creating seasonal art.

R Homeschool PE: Parachute Games (Register)

alex.lempin@townofsmyrna. org | townofsmyrna.org All ages. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 10 - 11 a.m.; $2. Enjoy a morning of parachute games.

Yoga (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

R Snack Attack! See Monday, Dec. 3.

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Cookies, Crafts & Gingerbread Jump into creative Christmas fun!

GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING at Cheekwood takes place Dec. 1, 12 & 15. The $65 fee includes one house for up to five family members.

COOKIE DECORATING & TREATS N CAROLS, COOKIES &

CRAFTS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

Tennessee State Museum 1000 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville 615-741-2692 | tnmuseum.org Saturday, Dec. 8 All ages can enjoy carols, create holiday cards and gifts, and decorate cookies. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free.

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W COOKIE DECORATING WITH MRS. CLAUS

American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin 877-247-5223 americangirl.com/retail/nashville.php Saturday, Dec. 1 Ages 4 & older can join Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading lady for cookie decorating and holiday card making. 10 - 11 a.m. $10. Register.

N COOKIE DECORATING PARTY

Edgehill Public Library 1409 12th Ave. S., Nashville 615-862-5861 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Monday, Dec. 17 Ages 7 - 18 can decorate holiday cookies. 4:30 p.m. Free. Register.

N CREATIVE ZONE: COOKIE

DECORATING & ORNAMENT MAKING

Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville 615-416-2001 | countrymusichalloffame.org Sunday, Dec. 9 All ages can decorate cookies inspired by the Hall of Fame medallion and create a country music-themed ornament to take home. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free with gate admission ($25.95 adults, free for ages 18 & younger in Davidson and surrounding counties).

W HOLIDAY COOKIE DECORATING

American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin 877-247-5223 americangirl.com/retail/nashville.php Thursdays, Dec. 6 - 20 Ages 5 & older can decorate three holiday cookies with frosting and sprinkles (while supplies last). 3 - 7 p.m. $8.

N HOLIDAY COOKIE DECORATING

N CHRISTMAS ON THE FRONTIER

N HOLIDAY PARTY

R KIDS’ HOLIDAY COOKING CAMP

N CREATIVE ZONE:

HOME DEPOT KIDS’ WORKSHOP

Inglewood Library 4312 Gallatin Road, Nashville 615-862-5866 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Saturday, Dec. 22 Ages 4 & older can decorate sugar cookies with icing and sprinkles. 2 p.m. Free.

The Curious Kitchen 1602 W. Northfield Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-956-6077 | thecuriouskitchen.net Dec. 20 - 22 In this three-day camp, kids will explore holiday foods from around the world; make holiday cookies and sweets; and create gourmet gingerbread houses. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $150. Register in advance.

W MOM & ME COOKIE DECORATING

Sugar Drop 7020 Church St., Brentwood 629-202-6949 | sugardrop.com Dec. 8 & 21 Ages 8+ with a parent can learn to make sugar cookies with royal icing along with a variety of frosting techniques. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Dec. 8) and 2 - 4 p.m. (Dec. 21). $90 ($45 each additional child). Register.

W MOVIES & COCOA WITH SANTA

Williamson County Enrichment Center 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin 615-786-0186 | wcparksandrec.com Friday, Dec. 14 Ages 10 & younger can get pics with St. Nick, decorate cookies, write letters to the North Pole and watch a holiday flick. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Register. $10.

S PORTLAND CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL

Main Street, Downtown Portland 615-325-9032 | portlandcofc.com Saturday, Dec. 1 Decorate cookies and create holiday crafts. 3 - 5 p.m. Free.

N S’MORE THE MERRY

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, Nashville 615-862-8539 | sbnc.nashville.gov Friday, Dec. 21 This winter solstice celebration for all ages includes s’more making, winter stories and seasonal crafts. 1 - 2 p.m. Free.

N STORYTIME WITH SANTA

Providence Marketplace 401 S. Mt. Juliet Road, Ste. 320, Mt. Juliet 615-773-2298 | shopprovidencemarketplace.com Saturday, Dec. 15 There are cookie decorating stations and a hot cocoa bar to enjoy while Santa tells tales and reads from a magical book. 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free.

CRAFTS N CAROLS, COOKIES &

CRAFTS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

See listings under “Cookie Decorating & Treats.”

Belle Meade Plantation 5025 Harding Pike, Nashville 615-356-0501 | bellemeadeplantation.com Saturday, Dec. 15 Ages 5 - 12 can explore yuletide traditions of old, go wassailing and make crafts.

MINI-MUSEUM SNOW GLOBES

Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville 615-416-2001 | countrymusichalloffame.org Dec. 23 & 30 All ages can celebrate winter by making a miniature museum exhibit within a snow globe. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free with gate admission ($25.95 adults, free for ages 18 & younger in Davidson and surrounding counties).

N DRINKING STRAW CRAFT

Pruitt Branch Library 117 Charles E. Davis Blvd. Nashville 615-862-5985 nashvillepubliclibrary.org Monday, Dec. 10 Grades K - 6 can make a Christmas tree out of drinking straws. 4 p.m. Free.

N FUN FRIDAY:

SNOWMEN DECORATIONS

Little Art House 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville 615-933-9644 | littlearthousenashville.com Friday, Dec. 21 Ages 8+ can use wire caging and other materials to create a festive snowman. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. $25. Register.

W GRANDPARENT & ME ART CLASS

Franklin Recreation Complex 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin 615-790-5719, ext. 2020 | wcparksandrec.com Tuesday, Dec. 18 Ages 3 - 6 with a grandparent can create a seasonal work of art. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $15 per pair. Register with code 13271.

R GRINCH CRAFT

Linebaugh Public Library 105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro 615-893-4131 | rclstn.org Saturday, Dec. 8 All ages can hear a reading of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, then make a Grinch ornament. 2 - 4 p.m. Free.

N HOLIDAY CARD MAKING

Bellevue Library 720 Baugh Road, Nashville 615-862-5854 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Saturday, Dec. 8 Ages 5 - 12 can create cards for any of the holidays this season. 1 - 4 p.m. Free.

Richland Park Library 4711 Charlotte Pike, Nashville 615-862-5870 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Thursday, Dec. 13 Ages 6 - 12 can make a 3D snowman craft, play games and enjoy food. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Free.

Home Depot Locations in Middle Tennessee homedepot.com Saturday, Dec. 1 Ages 5 - 12 can build a model sleigh pulled by a reindeer. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free. Register.

R MAKE YOUR OWN CHRISTMAS CARD

Outdoor Adventure Center 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E. Smyrna townofsmyrna.org Sunday, Dec. 9 All ages can make custom holiday cards. 12 - 4 p.m. $4 adults, $3 ages 3 - 12. Register.

S MERRY

MANSKER’S CHRISTMAS

Historic Mansker’s Station 705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville 615-859-3678 historicmanskersstation.eventbrite.com Dec. 3 - 7 Mrs. Claus and the elves lead kids 8 & older in ornament making by candlelight with cocoa and cookies. Each day features a different craft and treat. 3 - 4 p.m. Free. Register.

R MOMMY & ME

WINTER WONDERLAND

Bradley Academy Museum 415 S. Academy St., Murfreesboro 615-962-8773 | murfreesborotn.gov Dec. 5, 7, 12 & 14 Ages 3 & older with a parent can make winterthemed crafts. 10 a.m. $4 adults, free for children.

N MUSIC CITY WINTERFEST

Centennial Park 2500 West End Ave., Nashville musiccitywinterfest.com Dec. 8 - 9 This winter family festival features several craft stations. Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. $5 adults, free ages 17 & younger.

R NATURAL HOLIDAY WREATH MAKING

The Wilderness Station 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro 615-217-3017 | murfreesborotn.gov/parks Tuesday, Dec. 4 Ages 10+ can make a custom holiday wreath adorned with fresh cedar boughs, ribbons and accents. 6 - 7 p.m. $15. Register. (turn the page)

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Cookies, Crafts & Gingerbread W NORTH POLE EXPERIENCE

Nolensville Town Hall 7218 Nolensville Road, Nolensville 615-776-3640 | nolensvilletn.gov Tuesday, Dec. 4 Kids can make ornaments and other holiday crafts. 6 - 8 p.m. Free.

N ORNAMENT MAKING

Richland Park Library 4711 Charlotte Pike, Nashville 615-862-5870 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Monday, Dec. 3 Ages 3 - 6 can make a winter ornament. 10:30 a.m. Free.

N PAINT A CERAMIC ORNAMENT

Cheekwood 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville 615-356-8000 | cheekwood.org Dec. 8 & 22 All ages can paint pre-fired ceramic ornament shapes during this drop-in program. 12 - 3 p.m. Included with gate admission ($20 adults, $13 ages 3 - 17).

R PINECONE BIRD FEEDERS

The Wilderness Station 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro 615-217-3017 | murfreesborotn.gov/parks Friday, Dec. 14 Ages 4+ can make wintertime treats to hang outside for their feathered friends. 9:30 - 10 a.m. $3. Register.

N POPSICLE STICK SNOWMAN

Pruitt Branch Library 117 Charles E. Davis Blvd., Nashville 615-862-5985 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Monday, Dec. 3 Grades K - 6 can make a snowman out of popsicle sticks to place on a tree or wreath. 4 p.m. Free.

S PORTLAND CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL See listing under “Cookie Decorating & Treats.”

R SANTA SPLASH AND DASH

Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-893-7439 | murfreesborotn.gov/parks Friday, Dec. 14 Ages 7 - 13 can make holiday ornament crafts during this indoor pool party. 6 - 9 p.m. $5 in advance, $7 day of.

N S’MORE THE MERRY

See listing under “Cookie Decorating & Treats.”

R SMYRNA STROKES: SNOWMAN

Outdoor Adventure Center 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna townofsmyrna.org brooke.driver@townofsmyrna.org Friday, Dec. 7 Ages 5 - 15 can paint a snowman work of art. 6 - 8 p.m. $10. Register.

W WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

Bowie Nature Park 7211 Bowie Lake Road, Fairview 615-799-5544, ext. 0 | bowiepark.org Friday, Dec. 21 Celebrate the shortest day of the year and the beginning of winter by dropping in to make seasonal crafts. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free.

N WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

Warner Park Nature Center 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville 615-862-8555 | wpnc.nashville.gov Friday, Dec. 21 All ages can create a wreath to take home along with other activities. 3 - 6 p.m. Free.

W YOU + ME HOLIDAY PAINT NIGHT

Longview Recreation Center 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill 615-790-5719, ext. 2020 | wcparksandrec.com Friday, Dec. 7 Ages 5 - 12 with a favorite adult can paint a pair of canvases that fit together to create one seasonal piece. 6 - 8 p.m. $25 per pair. Register with code 13274.

GINGERBREAD N GINGERBREAD

DECORATING CORNER

Gaylord Opryland Resort 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville 615-889-1000 | christmasatgaylordopryland.com Dec. 1 - 31 All ages can choose a traditional gingerbread house to decorate with sweet treats. Hours vary daily. $29.99.

N GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING

Cheekwood 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville 615-356-8000 | cheekwood.org Dec. 1, 12 & 15 All ages can create a sweet masterpiece while enjoying seasonal treats. 9 - 10:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Sat, 5 - 8 p.m. Wed. $65 includes one gingerbread house for up to five people. Register.

R GINGERBREAD HOUSE

DECORATING WORKSHOP

Outdoor Adventure Center 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna 615-459-9773 | townofsmyrna.org Tuesday, Dec. 4 All ages can use a variety of candies to decorate a medium ($8) or large ($10) gingerbread house. Register in advance.

N GINGERBREAD HOUSES

Little Art House 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville 615-933-9644 | littlearthousenashville.com Sunday, Dec. 9 Have fun creating your own gingerbread house. 3 4 p.m. ages 8 & younger ($20), 4:30 - 6 p.m. ages 9+ ($25).

N GINGERBREAD MAKING CLASS

Green Door Gourmet 7007 River Road Pike, Nashville 615-942-7169 | greendoorgourmet.com Tuesday, Dec. 11 Chef Richard Jones teaches you how to make, bake and decorate your own festive Pfefferkuchen — the classic German recipe for gingerbread. 6 - 8 p.m. $25 adults, $10 ages 10 - 18, $5 ages 9 & younger. Register.

R HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

Discovery Center 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro 615-890-2300 | explorethedc.org Saturday, Dec. 1 Help decorate the giant gingerbread house. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free.

R KIDS’ HOLIDAY COOKING CAMP See listing under “Cookie Decorating & Treats.”

W MOM & ME STOP & DECORATE: GINGERBREAD HOUSE EDITION

Sugar Drop 7020 Church St., Brentwood 629-202-6949 | sugardrop.com Dec. 7 & 22 Ages 3 - 5 with a parent can create a unique gingerbread house during a reading of The Night Before Christmas. 10:30 a.m. (Dec. 7) and 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Dec. 22). $30. Register. (daily activities continue on page 68.

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THINGS TO DO R Preschool

Program: F is for Flight (Register)

mike.kraft@townofsmyrna.org townofsmyrna.org Ages 2 - 5. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 1 - 2 p.m.; $2. Celebrate Wright Brothers Day by discussing things that fly and how flight is possible.

solstice incorporates spoken word, choral ensemble, congregational vocals and modern dance.

R Tumbleweeds (Register)

See Monday, Dec. 3.

R Wild

Things (Register)

See Wednesday, Dec. 5.

R SPARK!

See Monday, Dec. 3.

R Water Polo

See Tuesday, Dec. 4.

WED 19 W Archery Home-

school Day (Register)

See Wednesday, Dec. 5.

N Belmont

Bruins Basketball

615-460-2255 or belmontbruins.com All ages. Curb Event Center, 2002 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $13 adults, $6 youth. Versus Western Kentucky.

R Critter Encounter See Wednesday, Dec. 5.

W FREE Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hour

615-550-5660 gingersands.com Ages 10 & younger. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m. Ginger Sands performs music for children.

W Lee Greenwood Christmas

615-538-2076 franklintheatre.com All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $50 - $70. A night of country Christmas music.

N The Longest Night

615-350-7200 ozartsnashville.org All ages. OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville; 7 - 10 p.m.; $12.50 - $25. This multidisciplinary, multicultural celebration of the winter

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THU 20 R Climbing Club See Thursday, Dec. 13.

N Drop-In Drawing

615-244-3340 fristartmuseum.org All ages. Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 5 8 p.m.; $12 adults, free ages 18 & younger. Check out drawing materials to practice different techniques drawing inspiration from the current exhibits and the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s architecture.

N Gabe Dixon & Friends Christmas

615-324-1010 citywinery.com All ages. City Winery, 609 Lafayette St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $12 - $22. A night of holiday music.

N Mistletoe, Mischief & Memories

615-460-5459 belmontmansion. com All ages. Belmont Mansion, 1700 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $30 ($50 per couple). Ginger Newman and Russell Davis present a Christmas cabaret.

W FREE Pizza & Pages

615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.org/ library Ages 13 - 18. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 4 - 5 p.m. Enjoy a slice of pizza and an activity tied to books.

THINGS TO DO N FREE Totally

N Marine Biologist

W Winter Solstice

615-862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov Ages 10+. Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 2 - 3 p.m. Make a handmade reusable tote bag out of an old T-shirts.

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

615-370-4672 | owlshill.org Ages 9+. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 6 - 8:30 p.m.; $20. Bring a picnic then head to the woods for a lesson in naked eye astronomy and calling in wild owls.

Totes! (Register)

for a Day (Register)

N Mistletoe, Mischief & Memories

See Thursday, Dec. 20.

N Opry at the Ryman

R Youth

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

See Thursday, Dec. 6.

N FREE S’more the

Volleyball Class

Merry (Register)

FRI 21 N Battle

at Bridgestone

615-770-2000 bridgestonearena.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $13 - $90. Enjoy college basketball when MTSU takes on Ole Miss.

N Drop-In

Creative Play

See Friday, Dec. 7.

W FREE Family

Martial Arts Class (Register)

See Friday, Dec. 7.

N FREE Guided Nature Hike (Register)

615-862-8580 nashville.gov/parks All ages. Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 10 a.m. Experience seasonal nature during a two-mile hike.

N FREE Holiday Open House (Register)

615-862-8580 nashville.gov/parks All ages. Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 5 - 7:30 p.m. Explore the center, enjoy live music and walk the illuminated boardwalk trail.

W FREE Lego

Mania (Register)

See Friday, Dec. 7.

615-862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov All ages. Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 1 - 2 p.m. A winter solstice celebration filled with crafts, stories and s’more making.

N Sing!

An Irish Christmas

615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $59 - $99. Keith and Kristyn Getty present an evening of Irish holiday music.

N The Weepies

Night Hike (Register)

SAT 22 N Drop-In Art Class See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Drop-In

Creative Play

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N FREE Fireside

Chats: Winter’s Gifts

615-862-8555 wpnc.nashville.gov All ages. Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Create simple gifts next to the fire.

N Four on the Floor: An Oldies Christmas

615-324-1010 citywinery.com All ages. City Winery, 609 Lafayette St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $25 - $35. Acoustic holiday music.

615-784-4014 capitoltheatretn.com All ages. Capitol Theatre, 110 W. Main St., Lebanon; 7 p.m.; $20 adults, $15 children. A night of classic Christmas music.

R Toddler Time

N FREE Frist

See Friday, Dec. 7.

N FREE Winter

Solstice Celebration

615-862-8555 wpnc.nashville.gov All ages. Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville; 3 - 6 p.m. Create a wreath, enjoy cocoa by the fire, listen to stories and more.

W FREE Winter

Solstice Celebration

615-799-5544 bowiepark.org All ages. Bowie Nature Park, 7211 Bowie Lake Road, Fairview; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Celebrate the shortest day of the year with cocoa, activities and crafts.

Architecture Tour

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Holiday

at Cheekwood

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Holiday pARTy! (Register)

craftlove.com/nashville Ages 6+. Craft Love, 5104 Centennial Blvd., Nashville; 4 - 7 p.m.; $35 - $85. Be social, get creative and make art.

N Opry at the Ryman

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Saturday

Crafternoon Workshop (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Songwriting 101: Holiday Style

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org Ages 7+. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 11:30 a.m.; free with gate ($25.95 adults, $15.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger; discounts for local families). Write a holiday song as a group in this introductory workshop where you’ll learn about songwriting fundamentals, including form, imagery and rhyme scheme.

N Tennessee

Titans Football

615-565-4200 titansonline.com All ages. Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 3:30 p.m.; $40 - $200. Versus the Washington Redskins.

classic Christmas albums of the ’50s and ’60s.

N Oak Ridge

Boys Christmas

615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $50 - $90. A night of holiday favorites and country classics.

MON 24 N Happy Hour: Gift Workshop (Register)

craftlove.com/nashville Ages 6+. Craft Love, 5104 Centennial Blvd., Nashville; 3 - 7 p.m.; $35 - $85. Make unique, last-minute holiday gifts.

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N Winter Wonders

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

SUN 23

WED 26

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

W American Girl at

Nashville’s Nutcracker (Register)

877-247-5223 | americangirl.com/retail/nashville.php Ages 7+. American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; $95. Head to TPAC and meet a Nashville Ballet ballerina prior to the performance of Nashville’s Nutcracker. Boxed lunch and transportation provided. $95 per person.

N Jane Lynch:

A Swingin’ Little Christmas

615-324-1010 citywinery.com All ages. City Winery, 609 Lafayette St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $42 - $48. The Glee star performs a night of holiday tunes reminiscent of the

W Archery Home-

school Day (Register)

See Wednesday, Dec. 5.

N Holiday School of Ice Skating (Register)

615-928-7977 nashvilleiceskate.com Ages 3+. Centennial Sportsplex, 222 25th Ave. North, Nashville; week 1 is Dec. 26 - 28, week 2 is Jan. 2 - 4; 1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.; $65 for one week; $115. This shortened Learn to Skate class teaches fundamentals of ice skating.

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N FARMERS’ MARKET SANTA

Nashville Farmers’ Market 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville 615-880-2001 | nashvillefarmersmarket.org Saturday, Dec. 8 Hear holiday stories with St. Nick. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free.

R GRINCH STORYTIME

Linebaugh Public Library 105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro 615-893-4131 | rclstn.org Saturday, Dec. 8 Hear a reading of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, then make a Grinch ornament. 2 - 4 p.m. Free.

W HOLIDAY STORYTIMES AT THE VISITOR CENTER

Williamson County Visitor Center 400 Main St., Ste. 130, Franklin 615-591-8514 | visitfranklin.com/events Dec. 1, 8 & 15 Santa (Dec. 1), The Polar Express Conductor (Dec. 8) and Buddy the Elf (Dec. 15) shares stories and pose for pics. 9:15 a.m. Free.

S MERRY MANSKER’S CHRISTMAS: STORYTIME WITH MRS. CLAUS

Historic Mansker’s Station 705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville 615-859-3678 historicmanskersstation.eventbrite.com Dec. 3 - 7 Santa’s wife reads two stories then leads kids ages 2 - 7 in carols with treats to follow. Each day features a different story and treat. 10 - 11 a.m. Free. Register.

N MR. & MRS. CLAUS VISIT THE LIBRARY

Inglewood Library 4312 Gallatin Road, Nashville 615-862-5866 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Saturday, Dec. 8 Ages 10 & younger can hear stories and share their wish lists with the jolly elf. 10:30 a.m. Free.

R MOMMY & ME

WINTER WONDERLAND

Bradley Academy Museum 415 S. Academy St., Murfreesboro 615-962-8773 | murfreesborotn.gov Dec. 5, 7, 12 & 14 A special story hour where kids 3 & older with a parent will hear a seasonal tale then make winterthemed crafts and snacks. 10 a.m. $4 adults, free for children.

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W NORTH POLE EXPERIENCE

Nolensville Town Hall 7218 Nolensville Road, Nolensville 615-776-3640 nolensvilletn.gov Tuesday, Dec. 4 Hear a reading of A Christmas Story during the festivities. 6 - 8 p.m. Free.

W THE POLAR EXPRESS AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY

Brentwood Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood 615-371-0090 | brentwoodtn.gov/library Monday, Dec. 3 Gather ‘round the fireplace as “Conductor” Jim Burgin reads the beloved holiday tale. Catch the reading at 5 or 6 p.m. (the tree lighting outside is at 5:30 p.m.). Admission tickets are free, but you must pick them up in advance at the Children’s Service Desk on a firstcome, first-served basis. Free. Register.

N THE POLAR EXPRESS AT PARNASSUS BOOKS

Parnassus Books 3900 Hillsboro Pike #14, Nashville 615-953-2243 | parnassusbooks.net Saturday, Dec. 1 Enjoy a reading of The Polar Express with related activities. 10:30 a.m. Free.

N POLAR EXPRESS EVENING

Bellevue Library 720 Baugh Road, Nashville 615-862-5854 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Tuesday, Dec. 11 A reading of Chris Van Allsburgh’s book followed by a screening of the film. Wear your PJs! 5:30 p.m. Free.

R SANTA STORYTIME

MGL Library 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-907-3429 | rclstn.org Thursday, Dec. 20 All ages can nibble cookies while Santa shares holiday stories and songs followed by photo ops. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Free.

N S’MORE THE MERRY

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, Nashville 615-862-8539 | sbnc.nashville.gov Friday, Dec. 21 This winter solstice celebration for all ages includes winter stories, s’more making and seasonal crafts. 1 - 2 p.m. Free.

N SANTA & MRS. CLAUS

Bordeaux Branch Library 4000 Clarksville Pike, Nashville 615-862-5856 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Saturday, Dec. 8 All ages can join Mr. & Mrs. Claus for stories, balloon animals and photos. 1 p.m. Free.

N STORYTIME WITH SANTA

Providence Marketplace 401 S. Mt. Juliet Road, Ste. 320, Mt. Juliet 615-773-2298 | shopprovidencemarketplace.com Saturday, Dec. 15 Santa tells stories, reads from a magic book and leads Christmas carols. There’s also cookie decorating stations, a hot cocoa bar and holiday photo ops. 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free.

R STORYTIME WITH

SANTA & MRS. CLAUS

Linebaugh Library 105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro 615-893-4131 | linebaugh.org Wednesday, Dec. 5 Stories, crafts, snacks and visiting with St. Nick. 10 a.m. Free.

N WINTER CELEBRATIONS STORYTIME Watkins Park Library 612 17th Ave. N., Nashville 615-862-5872 | nashvillepubliclibrary.org Thursday, Dec. 6 Ages 5 - 8 can enjoy winter-themed stories, songs and other activities. 4:30 p.m. Free.

N WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

Warner Park Nature Center 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville 615-862-8555 | wpnc.nashville.gov Friday, Dec. 21 All ages can enjoy stories and cocoa next to the fire along with other activities. 3 - 6 p.m. Free.

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THINGS TO DO W FREE Kids’ Hour

615-550-5660 rachelsumner.com Ages 10 & younger. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m. Award-winning family entertainer Rachel Sumner performs interactive music.

N ScienceQuest

Winter Break Camp (Register)

615-862-5160 adventuresci.org/camps Grades K - 6. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; $65 ($55 for members). Learn about the man who discovered germ theory and dive into aspects of “infectious” science, including how engineers and scientists work to design tools that keep us healthy.

N Nashville

W Marshmallow

615-770-7800 nashvillepredators.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $22 - $195. Versus the Dallas Stars.

See Thursday, Dec. 27.

Predators Hockey

N Pop Up

Art Class (Register)

615-933-9644 littlearthousenashville.com Grades 2 - 12. Little Art House, 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 1 - 3 p.m.; $60. Work with multiple mediums and subject matters.

THU 27 R Climbing Club See Thursday, Dec. 13

W FREE DC/Marvel

Comics Club (Register)

615-371-0090 brentwoodtn.gov/library Ages 13+. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 4 - 5 p.m. Snacks, activities and social time regardless of what side of the comic world you reside.

W Marshmallow Hike (Register)

615-370-4672 | owlshill.org All ages. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $10. Hike the winter woods followed by hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows.

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R FREE Battle of Stones River 156th Anniversary Events

N Opry at

N Drop-In Art Class

See Wednesday, Dec. 26.

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Winter Break

N Otherworld

615-933-9644 littlearthousenashville.com Grades K - 2 & ages 3 - 6. Little Art House, 2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville; grades K - 2 meet from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., ages 3 - 6 from 3:30 - 5 p.m.; $45/day grades K - 2, $30 ages 3 - 6. Enjoy art-making fun using multiple mediums.

629-401-9547 otherworldencounter.com All ages. The Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; runs through Jan. 13: Sun - Thu 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.; $25 adults, $16 children. It’s an arts festival meets science fiction movie meets interactive adventure when new technology merges with artistic content.

Keen’s Cosmic Cowboy Christmas

N ScienceQuest

Things (Register)

R New Years

SAT 29

Winter Break Camp (Register)

N Robert Earl

See Monday, Dec. 3.

See Wednesday, Dec. 5.

musiccitybowl.com All ages. Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 12:30 p.m.; $22 - $117. An SEC team challenges either an ACC or Big Ten team (teams TBA).

615-893-9501 nps.gov/stri All ages. Stones River National Battlefield, 3501 Old Nashville Hwy., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Join park rangers for a series of walks, talks, tour and living history demonstrations commemorating one of the most significant battles of the American Civil War.

R Tumbleweeds R Wild

N Music City Bowl

615-893-8386 | bounceu. com/murfreesboro-tn All ages. BounceU, 1222 Park Ave., Murfreesboro; ages 7 & younger from 10 a.m. 12 p.m., all ages from 1 - 3 p.m. (all ages only on Sunday, Dec. 30); $10.95. Bounce on inflatables and celebrate the new year with a balloon drop, noise makers and party hats.

615-889-3060 | ryman.com All ages. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $35+. Enjoy a country-flavored Christmas concert.

(Register)

Hike (Register)

Camp (Register)

R Youth

Volleyball Class

See Thursday, Dec. 6.

the Ryman

Encounter

N ScienceQuest

Winter Break Camp (Register)

FRI 28

See Wednesday, Dec. 26.

N Drop-In

See Friday, Dec. 7.

Creative Play

R Toddler Time

See Friday, Dec. 7.

N Winter Break

N Marine Biologist

See Thursday, Dec. 27.

for a Day (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 1

Camp (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Drop-In

Creative Play

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Family Fun Lab: Winter Wonders

615-862-5160 | adventuresci.org/familyfunlabs All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 1 - 3 p.m.; $15.95 adults, $11.95 ages 2 - 12. Your whole family can enjoy hands-on activities with a wintry science theme.

N Family Program:

New Year’s Eve Lucky Black Eyed Pea Maracas

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org Ages 4+. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 11:30 a.m. & 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.; free with gate ($25.95 adults, free ages 18 & younger in Davidson and surrounding counties). Explore the culinary tradition of blackeyed peas on New Year’s Day

while making maracas using the legumes.

N FREE Frist

Architecture Tour

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

S Frostbite Run

ymcamidtn.org/events/ frostbite All ages. Sumner County Family YMCA, 102 Bluegrass Commons Blvd., Hendersonville; 9 a.m.; $35 in advance/$40 race day for the 5K & 10K, $5 fun run. Celebrate the end of the year with a 5K, 10K or kids’ fun run while taking in the lakeside rolling hills.

W Lee Roy

Parnell & Friends

615-538-2076 franklintheatre.com All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $48 - $58. A night of Americana/blues-rock music.

N Marine Biologist for a Day (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

W Marshmallow Hike (Register)

See Thursday, Dec. 27.

THINGS TO DO N FREE Jack Daniels Music City Midnight: New Year’s Eve in Nashville

visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve All ages. Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, 600 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville; 4 p.m. - midnight. Keith Urban headlines the concert stage with other musical acts including Peter Frampton, Judah & The Lion, Caitlyn Smith, Devon Gilfillian and the Fisk Jubilee Singers. The music note raises at 6:15 p.m. for families with kids too little to stay out late.

R New Year’s Eve Bash (Register)

alex.lempin@townofsmyrna. org | townofsmyrna.org Ages 6 - 12. Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 6 p.m.; $8. Enjoy pizza, snacks, games and activities to ring in the new year.

R New Years

HAPPY NOON YEAR at Adventure Science Center is a New Year’s Eve celebration just for kids. Enjoy hands-on science activities before the annual balloon drop takes place.

N Nashville

N Yoga Under

N Old Crow

615-770-7800 nashvillepredators.com All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $22 - $195. Versus the New York Rangers.

615-862-5160 adventuresci.org/yoga All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 9 - 10:15 a.m.; $17 members, $22 non-members. Enjoy a yoga session in the planetarium with NASA visualizations and 6.5 million stars on the dome.

615-889-3060 | ryman.com All ages. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; Sun 7:30 p.m., Mon 9 p.m.; $59.50+. A night of Americana music.

Predators Hockey

R New Years

Balloon Drop Countdown (Register)

the Stars (Register)

See Friday, Dec. 28.

N Opry at the Ryman

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Saturday

Crafternoon Workshop (Register)

See Saturday, Dec. 1.

N Vanderbilt Com-

modores Basketball

615-322-4653 vucommodores.com All ages. Memorial Gym, 210 25th Ave. S., Nashville; 12:30 p.m.; $16. Versus Tennessee State.

SUN 30 R FREE Battle of

Stones River 156th Anniversary Events

See Saturday, Dec. 29.

N Creative Zone:

Mini-Museum Snow Globes

See Sunday, Dec. 23.

R New Years

Balloon Drop Countdown (Register)

See Friday, Dec. 28.

Medicine Show

N Sunday Funday

Workshop (Register)

See Sunday, Dec. 2.

N Tennessee

Titans Football

615-565-4200 titansonline.com All ages. Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 12 p.m.; $40 - $200. Versus the Indianapolis Colts.

MON 31 R Countdown to Noon

615-890-2300 explorethedc.org All ages. Discovery Center,

Balloon Drop Countdown (Register)

502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $8. The biggest pajama party in the ‘Boro features karaoke, a Wii dance party, a resolution wall, art projects and the balloon drop.

N Family Monday

615-244-3340 fristcenter.org All ages. Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $12 per family. A story (English and Spanish available), a family tour and hands-on creativity in the Martin ArtQuest Gallery.

N Happy

NOON Year

615-862-5160 adventuresci.org All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. $15.95 adults, $11.95 ages 2 - 12. Celebrate the new year with a morning of science fun before the festive balloon drop at noon.

See Friday, Dec. 28.

N FREE Noon Year’s Eve Celebration

615-862-5863 nashvillepubliclibrary.org Ages 2 - 10. Green Hills Library, 3701 Benham Ave., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Enjoy snacks, art activities, dancing and making noisemakers.

N Old Crow

Medicine Show

See Sunday, Dec 30.

N Vanderbilt Com-

modores Basketball

615-322-4653 vucommodores.com All ages. Memorial Gym, 210 25th Ave. S., Nashville; 1 p.m.; $16. Versus UNC Asheville.

W Youth Yoga

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BREAKFASTS N AQUARIUM RESTAURANT

516 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville 615-514-3474 | aquariumrestaurants.com Dec. 15 - 16, 22 - 24 A breakfast buffet with Santa and Sharkey that includes a waffle station, pancakes, omelettes and more. Pose for photos with St. Nick before watching him swim with the fish. 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. $18.99 adults, $15.99 ages 3 - 10.

S BLUEGRASS YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

550 Johnny Cash Pkwy., Hendersonville holidayfesttn.org Saturday, Dec. 1 A breakfast buffet, photos with Santa, craft activities, live entertainment with Mrs. Claus and the elves, goodie bags and more. Bring a new, unwrapped toy (infant to teens) to donate to a child who will spend Christmas in Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. Benefits Bows & Ballcaps. 8:30 & 11 a.m. $19.50 adults, $15.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 2 & younger. Register.

N CHEEKWOOD

1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville 615-356-8000 | cheekwood.org Dec. 8 & 22 Cheekwood members only. Enjoy breakfast standards and share wish lists with St. Nick. 8:30 - 10 a.m. $30 adults, $20 kids. Register.

R CHUCK E. CHEESE’S AT STONES RIVER MALL

1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro 615-896-4486 | shopstonesriver.com Saturday, Dec. 15 Ages 10 & younger can enjoy a pancake breakfast, games, goody bags and a visit with St. Nick. 9 - 11 a.m. $5. Register.

N NASHVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET

900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville 615-880-2001 | nashvillefarmersmarket.org Saturday, Dec. 8 Enjoy breakfast with St. Nick along with cocoa, stories, holiday shopping and more. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free to visit with Santa. Breakfast is on your own.

MEET ME AT THE ZOO: SANTA CLAUS takes place Saturday, Dec. 15 at Nashville Zoo. The visit with Kris Kringle and his leading lady is free with zoo admission.

N RAINFOREST CAFE

353 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville 615-569-7984 | rainforestcafe.com Dec. 15 & 22 A new, bigger breakfast buffet this year, plus a raffle with prizes, goodie bags, visiting with Santa and other activities. 8 - 10 a.m. $20.88 adults, $14.09 ages 4 - 10, free ages 3 & younger. Register.

S ST. JOHN VIANNEY CHURCH

449 N. Water Ave., Gallatin gallatintn.org Saturday, Dec. 1. Dine with St. Nick. 8 - 11 a.m. $5.

N WINTERFEST AT CENTENNIAL PARK

2500 West End Ave., Nashville musiccitywinterfest.com Saturday, Dec. 8 A breakfast buffet, pics with St. Nick, crafts, entertainment and goody bags. 10 - 11:30 a.m. $40 adults, $35 ages 11 - 18, $25 ages 10 & younger. Register.

SPECIAL EVENTS W AMERICAN GIRL WELCOMES SANTA

American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin 877-247-5223 americangirl.com/retail/nashville.php Dec. 8 & 22 Ages 3 & older can nibble on breakfast treats, share wish lists with Santa and pose for pics. 10 - 11 a.m. $25. Register.

N CARING SANTA

Opry Mills 433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville oprymills.com Sunday, Dec. 2 Children with special needs can visit Kris Kringle in an environment supporting sensory, physical and other developmental needs. 8 - 10:30 a.m. Free. Register.

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Santa Sightings R CHRISTMAS AT CANNONSBURGH

Cannonsburgh Village 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro 615-890-0355 | murfreesborotn.gov/parks Saturday, Dec. 1 Get pics with St. Nick. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free admission, but there are photo fees ($5 with your own camera; professional packages available).

R CHRISTMAS DOWNTOWN

Downtown Smyrna 100 Front St., Smyrna townofsmyrna.org Saturday, Dec. 8 Holiday festivities include photos with Santa ($5). 5 - 8 p.m. Free.

N CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE

Mt. Juliet-Wilson County Library 2765 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet 615-758-7051 | youseemore.com/mtjuliet Saturday, Dec. 1 All ages can grab a pic with St. Nick, plus there’s live music and a balloon artist. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free.

R COOKIES WITH SANTA

Lanes, Trains and Automobiles 450 Butler Drive, Murfreesboro 615-890-3999 | ltadepot.com Saturday, Dec. 8 Enjoy bowling, cookies and a visit with St. Nick. 12 - 2 p.m. Free.

R COOKIES WITH SANTA

Smyrna Public Library 400 Enon Springs Road W., Smyrna 615-459-4884 | rclstn.org Friday, Dec. 21 All ages can share a treat with St. Nick then pose for pictures. 1:30 - 4 p.m. Free.

N A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS

Gaylord Opryland Resort 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville 616-889-1000 | christmasatgaylordopryland.com Thru Dec. 24 Hop on St. Nick’s lap inside the Holiday Halls. Hours are Mon - Thu 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., Fri 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Photo packages start at $30.

N DECK THE HALL

Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville 615-416-2001 | countrymusichalloffame.org Dec. 1 - 2, 8 - 9, 15 - 16 Kids can share their lists and pose for pictures. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free.

N HOLIDAY AT CHEEKWOOD

1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville 615-356-8000 | cheekwood.org Dec. 1 - 30 (excluding Christmas Day) Kids can visit with Santa during daytime hours Saturdays, Dec. 1 - 22. St. Nick also visits kids from 5 - 8 p.m. nightly during Holiday Lights. Daytime admission (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) is $20 adults, $13 ages 3 - 17. Holiday Lights admission (5 - 10 p.m.) is $22 adults, $17 youth.

R HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

Discovery Center 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro 616-890-2300 | explorethedc.org Saturday, Dec. 1 Visit St. Nick and pose for pictures. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free.

R JINGLE BOUNCE

BounceU 1222 Park Ave., Murfreesboro 615-893-8386 | bounceu.com/murfreesboro-tn Dec. 14 & 21 Bounce on inflatables, enjoy holiday cookies and visit with Santa. Ages 7 & younger 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. All ages Dec. 21 only from 1 - 3 p.m. $10.95. Register.

N MEET ME AT THE ZOO:

SANTA CLAUS

Nashville Zoo 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville 615-833-1534 | nashvillezoo.org Saturday, Dec. 15 Santa’s checking his list twice, taking gift requests and posing for photos with good little boys and girls ... and even the naughty ones! 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $18 adults, $13 ages 2 - 12.

S MERRY MANSKER’S CHRISTMAS

Historic Mansker’s Station 705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville 615-859-3678 historicmanskersstation.eventbrite.com Saturday, Dec. 8 Get a pic with Santa and Mrs. Claus, ride the trackless train, make crafts nibble on cookies and sip cocoa. 1 - 3 p.m. Free.

W MORNING WITH SANTA

Brentwood Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood 615-377-0090 | brentwoodtn.org/library Saturday, Dec. 1 Meet Santa, enjoy a magic show, play games and more. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free admission, but you must pick up event tickets in advance.

W MOVIES & COCOA WITH SANTA

Williamson County Enrichment Center 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin 615-786-0186 | wcparksandrec.com Friday, Dec. 14 Ages 10 & younger can get pics with St. Nick, deco-

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rate cookies, write letters to the North Pole and watch a holiday flick. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. $10. Register.

W NORTH POLE EXPERIENCE

Nolensville Town Hall 7218 Nolensville Road, Nolensville 615-776-3640 | nolensvilletn.gov Tuesday, Dec. 4 Stop by Santa’s sleigh for a visit. 6 - 8 p.m. Free.

N NORTH POLE EXPRESS TRAIN

Tennessee Central Railway Museum 220 Willow St., Nashville 515-241-0436 | tcry.org Saturdays, Dec. 1 & 8 A 64-mile round-trip train ride with Santa and his elves. 9 and 1:30 p.m. $21 - $80.

W PICTURES WITH SANTA

Williamson County Enrichment Center 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin 615-786-0200 | wcparksandrec.com Wednesday, Dec. 19 Ages 6 & younger can play winter carnival games and get a pic with St. Nick. 10 a.m. $8. Register.

S PORTLAND CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL Downtown Portland 615-325-9032 | portlandcofc.com Saturday, Dec. 1 Visit Santa during the city’s holiday festivities. 3 - 5 p.m. Free.

R RUTHERFORD COUNTY 4-H PANCAKE BREAKFAST & MARKETPLACE

Lane Agri-Park 315 John R. Rice Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-898-7710 | bdavenp4@utk.edu Saturday, Dec. 8 Kids can get their picture made with Santa during this eating and shopping event. Breakfast is 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., marketplace is 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free admission to the marketplace. Breakfast is $8 adults. Santa photos are a suggested $5 donation or free with the purchase of the breakfast.

R SANTA AND S’MORES

Outdoor Adventure Center 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna townofsmyrna.org Friday, Dec. 14 All ages can enjoy refreshments and a visit with Kris Kringle. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. $5. Register.

W SANTA CARES

CoolSprings Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin 615-771-2128 | coolspringsgalleria.com Dec. 2 & 9 Children with sensory issues or other special needs can visit with Santa Claus in a calm environment. Photo packages available for purchase. 9 - 11 a.m. Free. Register at the website.

R SANTA AT THE COURTHOUSE

Rutherford County Courthouse/Public Square 20 N. Public Square, Murfreesboro 615-895-1887 | downtownmurfreesboro.com Dec. 7 - 8, 14 - 15, 21 - 22 Santa arrives on Friday, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. during the tree lighting. Visit him Saturdays from 12 4 p.m. (bring your own camera) for free. On Fridays from 6 - 8 p.m., Shacklett’s Photography will be on site selling photo packages.

W SANTA PARTY

My Gym 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood 615-615-371-5437 http://signup.com/go/JubdTLt Friday, Dec. 7 Enjoy games and activities with St. Nick in 45-minute sessions between 2 - 5:45 p.m. $5 per family to play; $15 for Santa photo.

S SANTA SPIRIT NIGHT: NASHVILLE PREDATORS

RiverGate Mall 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville 615-859-3458 | rivergate-mall.com Thursday, Dec. 6 St. Nick will don his Nashville Predators attire, so get your fang fingers ready to pose for a Preds pic. 5 - 8 p.m. Photo package prices vary.

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Bass Pro Shop 323 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville 615-514-5200 | basspro.com/santa Thru Monday, Dec. 24 See “Spotlight” on page 59.

SANTA CLAUS at the Streets of Indian Lake in Hendersonville.

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Timberland Park Mile Marker 437.2, Franklin 615-790-5719 | wcparksandrec.com Monday, Dec. 10 Ages 4 and younger can hear stories and do crafts with St. Nick. 10 - 11 a.m. Free. Register.

2615 Medical Center Pkwy. Murfreesboro 615-893-4207 theavenuemurfreesboro.com Dec. 7 - 8 Fri 3 - 5 p.m., Sat 1 - 3 p.m.

Milky Way Farm 520 Milky Way Road, Pulaski 931-808-2281 | milkywayfarm.org Dec. 8 - 9 St. Nick visits while kids enjoy chocolate fudge sundaes. 12 - 4 p.m. $12.

1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin 615-771-2128 | coolspringsgalleria.com Thru Monday, Dec. 24 Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks 1 - 2 p.m. & 5 6 p.m.), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. (break 3 - 3:30 p.m.). Pet nights Dec. 3 & 10 from 6 - 9 p.m.

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Williamson County Public Library 1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin 615-595-1244 wcpl.ss9.sharpschool.com Thursday, Dec. 6 Bring a camera or your phone to snap a pic of your child with St. Nick. 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Free.

2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville 615-298-5478 | shopgreenhills.com Thru Monday, Dec. 24 (Santa’s Flight Academy) Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks 1 - 2 p.m. & 5 - 6 p.m.), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. (break 2 - 3 p.m.). Pet nights are Dec. 2 & 9 from 7:30 - 9 p.m.

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433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville 615-514-1000 | oprymills.com Thru Monday, Dec. 24 Daily 11 a.m. - 7:20 p.m. Reserve your time slot online before heading to the mall. Pet photos are Sunday, Dec. 9 from 7 - 9 p.m.

Fountains at Gateway 1500 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro fountainswinterfest.com Saturday, Dec. 1 Drop in for a photo with Santa. 1 - 5 p.m. $25.

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1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville 615859-3458 | rivergate-mall.com Thru Monday, Dec. 24 Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Dec. 3 - 7; breaks 1 - 2 p.m. & 5 - 6 p.m.); Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks 1 - 2 p.m. & 5 - 6 p.m.); Sun 12 - 6 p.m. (breaks 3 - 3:30 p.m.); Christmas Eve 9 a.m. 5 p.m. (break 1 - 2 p.m.). Pet nights with Santa are Tuesdays, Dec. 4 - 18 from 6 - 9 p.m.

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1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro 615-896-4486 | stonesrivermall.com Thru Monday, Dec. 24 Thru Dec. 13: Mon - Sat 12 - 8 p.m. (break 3 - 4 p.m.), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. (break 2:30 - 3 p.m.). Dec. 14 - 23: Mon - Sun 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. (breaks 12 - 1 & 4 - 5 p.m.). Christmas Eve: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (break 1 - 2 p.m.). Pet photo nights (dogs & cats only) are Mondays, Dec. 3 - 17 from 5 - 8 p.m.

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300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville streetssofindianlake.com Thru Sunday, Dec. 23 Fri - Sat 2 - 4 p.m. & 5 - 7 p.m., Sun 1 - 4 p.m. (closed Dec. 2). Dec. 20 - 22 include additional times from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Dec. 23 is from 1 - 4 p.m. only.

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Mathnasium

3748 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville 539 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin 3411 Memorial Blvd., Ste. 3, Murfreesboro mathnasium.com

615-891-3384 615-465-6523 615-890-6284

Our specially trained math instructors will teach your child how to understand math in an individual setting – our unique approach enables us to effectively explain math concepts and lend a helping hand to every student. Our tutors foster a caring, encouraging environment that helps kids thrive and learn. Like a gym membership, we allow flexible hours to come in and plug into math success!

Providence Christian Academy

410 Dejarnett Lane, Murfreesboro providencechristian.com • camps@providencechristian.com

615-904-0902

We are an inter-denominational Pre-K – grade 12 school. Offering a classical education with a Christian worldview and parental involvement. As our mission statement says, “We are teaching students to seek God’s truth and equipping them with the tools for a lifetime of learning.” We are fully accredited by ACSI, the Association of Christian Schools International, and by AdvancED.

The Tutoring Center

5021 Hughes Crossing, Ste. 160, Franklin franklintn@tutoringcenter.com

615-721-8844

The Tutoring Center works with students grades K - 12 in math, reading, and writing. We work with students on their academic skills and concentration through our patented “Rotational Approach to Learning”. As a company we have a 95% success rate for students advancing an entire grade level in 6 months. Call today for information about our free diagnostic assessment and test consultation.

Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth On the Vanderbilt Campus pty.vanderbilt.edu

615-322-8261

We believe that providing acceleration as well as challenging, inquiry-based educational opportunities, best serve the intellectual needs of gifted children; that being able to work alongside true academic peers provides a sense of community and belonging that helps to meet the social and emotional needs of gifted children; and that crafting authentic creative learning experiences best allows gifted students to develop their full capacities as thinkers, as problem-solvers and as compassionate people.

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Dance in Bloom

7982-A Coley Davis Road, Nashville danceinbloom.com

615-662-4819

We offer classes for ages 2 and older in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, improv and cheer. Classes are upbeat and fun!

Grassland Dance Academy 1111 Battlewood St. , Franklin gdadance.com

615.790-7660

Grassland Dance Academy offers a variety of dance classes for all ages and all styles. Dance gives children a creative outlet to enjoy music, learn coordination and rhythm, work on fitness, and most of all, have fun! Ask us about our birthday parties.

ARTS – MUSIC Jan Williams School of Music and Theatre 500 Wilson Pike Cir., Ste. 104, Brentwood janwilliamsmusic.com

615-371-8086

Music For Mommy & Me. Birth - 18 mos. Babies and parents experience rhythmic musical games, lullabies, bouncing songs and message songs. Designed to help parents give their babies a rich musical environment. It is a springboard to stimulate daily music-making and early childhood development. Classes are 30 minutes weekly, 12 weeks per session.

Mobile Music Academy

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615-301-8589

Mobile Music Academy offers private music instruction from fun, qualified teachers in your own home. We teach piano, guitar, bass, voice, strings, brass, and most other instruments. We offer competitive rates and flexible scheduling with special daytime rates available. We teach all ages, styles, and abilities. Serving the Middle TN Area. Voted #1 for music instruction!

ARTS – THEATER Act Too Players

1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 119, Franklin acttooplayers.com

615-294-0667

We strive to produce extraordinary theatrical experiences that create an inclusive, empowering, and empathetic atmosphere for our kids and teens. Along with our children’s theater program, we offer classes on acting, dance, and technical theater. These classes, camps, and workshops open doors to imagination and self-confidence while holding fast to the discipline and work ethic that is crucial for any craft.

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Nashville Children’s Theatre 25 Middleton St., Nashville nashvillechildrenstheatre.org

615-254-9103

Nashville Children’s Theatre’s camps and classes have taught generations of Nashvillians. Whether your child wants to play while pretending, be creative with new friends, or develop serious theatre skills, NCT has the right fit for ages 4 - 18. Most camps conclude with a sharing for family and friends.

FITNESS/SPORTS Beyond Aquatics

236 Robert Rose Drive, Murfreesboro beyondaquatics.com

615-962-9500

From physical therapy to personal training, from weight loss to HydroMassage, from pool parties to swim lessons, our heated therapy pools, motorized underwater treadmills and encouraging and positive staff make Beyond Aquatics an easy and affordable option for those who find it difficult, painful or just don’t like traditional gym workouts or land-based physical therapy exercises.

Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate 1911 Business Campus Drive, Murfreesboro 1820 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro bskonline.com • bushido96@aol.com

615-890-6755 615-893-6003

Let martial arts take your kids to new heights! Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate offers programs in traditional karate from age 3 - adult. Call now to find out how to get one month free with uniform.

David Deaton Karate

Brentwood 615-377-1100 Hendersonville 615-824-9111 Lebanon 615-547-1754 Mt. Juliet 615-754-6878 daviddeaton.com

Voted the #1 martial arts school in Williamson, Sumner and Wilson counties. With more than four decades of experience, students are taught how to handle emergency situations, to be healthy through exercise and to practice self-discipline with a confident, respectful attitude. Classes are for ages 4 - adult.

E.T.C. Gymnastics

1137 Haley Road, Murfreesboro 1932 Almaville Road, Smyrna etcgymnastics.com • coachken@etcgymnastics.com

615-867-6900 615-617-7644

E.T.C. Gymnastics is dedicated to bringing a new standard of excellence in gymnastics through Him. We offer classes in gymnastics for boys and girls ages 2 years and older. We also offer cheerleading and tumbling, as well as competitive teams. Call and ask about our free trial class. We also do parties, field trips and parents’ nights out.

Harvest Martial Arts

595 Hillsboro Road, Ste. 337, Franklin harvestmartialarts@gmail.com

1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 205, Franklin musiccityarchery.com

SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY Mr. Bond’s Science Guys

mrbondscienceguy.com 615-573-2702

We have devoted over 20 years to inspiring kids to love science via our inspirational hands-on demonstrations that make science fun, cool and easy! Our uncanny crowd control makes us a favorite at special events including birthday parties, in-school field trips, assemblies, fairs and festivals, and library shows. Anywhere there are children hungry for fun and learning, The Science Guys will be there to help!

CAMPS Horton Haven Christian Camp 3711 Reed Harris Road, Chapel Hill hortonhaven.org

Just one hour south of Nashville offering overnight and day camps. Overnight campers experience archery, air rifles, climbing, horseback riding, canoeing, crafts, mountain biking, swimming and more. Teens can try our 45 ft. high, 600 ft. long zip line. One-week sessions, ages 8 - 11, 12 - 14, and 15 - 18. Day campers enjoy games, crafts, bible lessons, swimming, and more.

YMCA Camp Ocoee

111 YMCA Drive, Ocoee ymcacampocoee.org • info@campocoee.com

122 Wheeler St., La Vergne musiccitygym.com • info@musiccitygym.com

It’s never too early to start planning for summer camp!

Our January, 2019 issue kicks off our annual Guide to Camps and Summer Programs. (And remember our Summer Camp Adventure Fair — see page 74 for more information).

NOW REGISTERING FOR WINTER CLASSES!

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My Gym

423-338-5588

Located in the mountains of Southeast Tennessee, Camp Ocoee has been providing children with wilderness adventures since 1923. One-week sessions for boys and girls ages 7 - 15. 4:1 camper student ratio. Strong Christian environment. Activities include paintball, white water rafting, kayaking, climbing, mountain climbing, camp-outs and many more.

Whether it’s enjoying time with friends or improving your archery skills, we offer something for everyone at our outdoor range and USA archery club. Register on our website for Fall classes! We offer group lessons for all ages and skill levels. These lessons include one hour of instruction by our USA archery certified coaches with all equipment provided.

Music City Gymnastics

931-364-7656

615-224-3851

Harvest Martial Arts is a traditional martial arts school that teaches Han Mu Do and fitness classes to both adults and kids. We have a broad range of classes and a very accessible schedule to make sure that you can attend our martial arts classes at the most convenient time. We are located in Historic Downtown Franklin.

Music City Archery

Christian environment. Now registering for spring soccer, summer t-ball, summer coach pitch, summer flag football and others. Visit our website for more information.

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615-371-5437

We build strong, healthy bodies through tumbling, relays, music and gymnastics. High-energy, structured classes improve balance, agility and build self-confidence. Our immaculate facilities and low studentteacher ratios help children 3 mos. - 13 yrs. develop excellent fitness habits in a non-competitive way.

One Goal Sports

Murfreesboro 615-896-7309 onegoalsports.net • admin@onegoalsports.net

A non-profit, community-based sports league providing quality sports programming for families in a fun,

595 Hillsboro Rd. Ste. 337 Franklin, TN 37067

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