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such a big deal out of it or the naughty will escalate. Understand that how you react to misbehaviors will set the groundwork for where he goes from there: into the next phase of big boy with confidence or as a big boy who keeps looking over his shoulder to make sure you’re not watching. Be careful of this with all of your children — they are all different, you never really know how they will react inside where you can’t see what they really think or really feel. Children are a mystery, as much a mystery as you are, so don’t be so quick to judge. Be quick to hug and empathize. And then they’re bigger. Trudging solo with an enormous backpack, walking toward friends and away from you. This should be an “I am free to be me” sort of walk, not an “I can’t wait to get away from her” walk, because then he’ll come home and give you a hug, and yes, wagging his tail behind him. So everything you do ... the staying up late to bake cupcakes for the class party, the endless loads of wash, the zippering of jackets, tying of shoes, teaching to brush hair and teeth, being silly and finding a laugh even when things are rough — especially when things are rough — all of it, the good, the bad, the ugly … it’s all good stuff. To carefully grow babies into toddlers then into big kids and then teens is to live a life rich with rewards. Don’t take it for granted. Be smart. Listen to that inner voice helping to make your way straight. And love them all of the time even when you don’t. Resolve to love. From babyhood to grown person happens fast. If you do well from there to here you get the biggest reward of all: They come back and tell you they love you. And THAT’s as good as it gets.
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Kids are buried each week by the deluge of worksheets demanded by the Common Core. If you’re not on top of it, some things won’t get turned in, other things will get lost and so on. Do you help your child manage all of his school papers? “A lot of kids are worksheeted to death. Most teachers feel pressure to conform to the norm — and NOT stick out like a sore thumb. Although, teachers have been taught better ... it’s easier for them NOT to rock the boat. In a world where educators are punished for teaching best teaching practices, hoards of worksheets are their non-effective way to prove they’re teaching. Therefore, children NEED parental supervision with their scads of paper trails. Their young minds aren’t developed like adult ones. Help your children oversee their paperwork in the dysfunctional educational system of the USA!” Melanie Nenni “This is a very good topic! In the beginning of the school year, I bought my sixth grader a three-inch binder (that was required). I bought one that zips up in
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hopes of him being able to keep up with papers. He’s always losing or forgetting something. He leaves the big binder in his locker (he has all his papers in it, they just don’t make it home). We are in the process now of making up all missing work or tests that he failed because he forgot or lost the study guides. I get him there 30 minutes early to do the make-up work; he has to have a morning pass to be able to do this. Guess what? The kid can’t even keep up with the morning passes. So yes, I would like to know how parents manage.” Tracey Osborne-Vazquez “What’s so different about today’s kids from when we were in school? We had to organize and manage our papers on our own. That’s part of school/education/growing up and learning responsibility. Get your kids a Trapper Keeper!” Allison Bennett “Jump right on projects and deadlines. Returned paper work I keep bi-weekly and then toss. If it’s something special or test scores I keep a few for the scrapbook.” Melanie M. Davis
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NIGHT-NIGHT, LITTLE ONE. My teething 4-and-a-half-month old STILL won’t sleep through the night! Even with dark shades, white noise, soothing him Try aromatherapy. Try bathing with lavender products or diffusing lavender in the room. Lavender is very calming and soothing. Amanda Dickson Neblett
Mix up a bowl of rice cereal. Mix the cereal in a bowl with either formula or apple juice. Use a spoon to feed it and make it a little thick. That will fill his belly. This is what I did with
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both my babies and they were sleeping through the night at 4 months. They’re healthy young adults now. Wendy Mader Johnson
Rice cereal in a bowl is better than in the bottle. At 4-and-a-half months there’s nothing wrong with giving cereal at bedtime. But yes, feed with a spoon instead of a bottle. This way you can make it thick enough to fill him up. Donna Frost Saffels
Please do research into the side effects of putting cereal in a bottle. It is counterproductive, especially at such a young age. Their bodies simply cannot process cereal correctly and it can cause digestive issues, causing her to wake more than she
might. He will sleep through the night when he’s ready. Lisa Kinghorn
Don’t give up. Not all babies will sleep through the night. My third child didn’t until 8 months. Give him time. If he’s crying, there’s a reason. Also, skip the rice cereal, period; that’s outdated information and not good for him. Remember, he’s only little for a short time. Enjoy it! Ashley Carr Dyer
Routine nighttime baths could help. I gave my baby a bath at about 8 p.m. and let her fuss while she got her bath when it was time to get her ready for bed. Then I would give her
two ounces of her milk, feed her cereal and then two more ounces of milk, and then she would go off to sleep. She’d get up about 6 a.m. Give that a try, but spoon feed the baby the cereal. I always put a little syrup in it to keep her from getting a belly ache and it helps Baby go to the bathroom. Tracy Faulk Spencer
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family, does she feel the need to check it? Does she feel compelled to look at it at all times rather than just answering received texts? The study shows that texting addiction also includes lying to cover up the amount of time spent texting and, over all, girls text compulsively at a far higher rate than boys do. The boys in the study were not at risk of poor school performance. Texting is the dominant mode of communication for teenagers, according to the 2012 Pew Internet & American Life Project. The average number of texts sent by teens is 60 a day, with older girls having a median of 100 text messages a day and boys a median of 50. Researchers hypothesize that girls’ texts may be more emotional and tied to relationships, causing them anxiety — and more texting. If you’re concerned about your child’s overuse of texting combined with poor academic performance, you can enforce a few simple rules to help them out. You may not be popular for a while, but in the end, your effort will be worth it. When your kids are older and able to look back at what you did, they’ll thank you for it.
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family getaway By Kiera Ashford
PINT-SIZED AT
FUN
WALT DISNEY WORLD!
This giant place full of magic and surprise is perfect for anyone small or tall. There’s no reason to wait!
You’ll be happy to know that there are
W
soak station was so close to rides that were a
preschooler perks galore at the happiest place
little more fun for my older daughter.
on earth, no matter which park you’re in. But,
We loved the princesses performing on
before you go, make plans to purchase the
the stage in front of the spectacular Cinder-
FastPass. This is a life-saver when you have
ella’s castle (see picture above). Their dresses
kids with short attention spans like my two.
twirled and mesmerized the audience as they
And, get a map of each park. You know, the
danced and sang. Surprise performances like
e fluttered with excitement,
good, old-fashioned paper ones. While you’re
this spring up at Disney World by chance.
cramming our suitcases into
at it, download the app (My Disney Experi-
the car. We were finally off
ence Mobile App), because the paper map oc-
the Swiss Family Treehouse. We climbed to
to Disney’s Art of Anima-
cupies kids as they plan what they want to do
the top one night and caught a spectacular
tion Resort at Walt Disney World in Florida!
next while you wait in lines. Now the magic! A
view of the fireworks — great considering the
Traveling at night is the perfect way to make
handy breakdown of our discoveries:
tightly packed crowd on the ground surround-
time with kids, especially little ones. From
Another favorite of my son was exploring
ing the castle. Ladders and steps all around
Nashville, Disney World’s about a 10-hour
MAGIC KINGDOM
showed us what life was like for a tree-house
trip, so let your youngsters sleep through a
There are many new attractions here. Fanta-
family.
chunk of it — they’ll need their energy for all
syland is geared toward the younger set. We
of the wonders that await.
loved Under the Sea: Journey of The Little
ANIMAL KINGDOM
We’d pondered this trip for years. When to
Mermaid, which takes you on a smooth, slow
Animal care makes exhibits change at this
take the kids? What’s the best age? Would our
coast through different scenes from the movie,
park unexpectedly, so be aware of park hours
youngest even have fun? Is it even worth it if
and Casey Jr. Splash N’ Soak Station, where
and what’s going on before going — I know
they can’t remember it?
you can enjoy cool water on a hot day. My
because we missed the Kilimanjaro Safaris.
little boy is not big on fast coasters or rides, so
But the kids loved the zoo-like experience of
we steered clear of those, but I loved that the
the Pangani Forest Exploration Trail featuring
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several animal-viewing spots and exploring
Stretch your legs on one of the many paths,
the walking trails around Discovery Island
like through the The Lion King section near
and seeing the Tree of Life. You can spend
the Elephant Graveyard. After swimming and
hours just walking trails, which is perfect
exploring the resort for the day, your kids will
when you have an older child wanting to ride
be exhausted and ready to head back to your
Expedition Everest: Legend of the Forbidden
room, decorated in the theme of the section
Mountain.
you’re booked into. Attention to detail is evident everywhere, making you feel like you’re
SIT-DOWN SHOWS
in the movie itself. Get a good night’s sleep for
There are several around Walt Disney World
the next day’s adventure ... that’s if the kids
and at least one or two at each park. These are
don’t keep you up with all of their giggling.
perfect opportunities to rest your weary legs
There’s never an age when kids are too
and cool off from pushing your tot around the
young for Disney World (because you’re going
park all day. Plus, kids get to enjoy a high-
to have loads of fun, too). Toddlers will have
energy show of their liking. A favorite among
a blast, and it’s all worth it even if you think
them is For the First Time in Forever: A
they won’t remember it, because … they will.
Frozen Sing-Along Celebration in Hollywood
You’ll be telling exciting stories to them even
Studios. You are highly encouraged to … “let
after months have gone by and sharing all
it go” … and sing your hearts out. An artificial
those memory-making photos. J
snow showers you at the end to top it all off. I learned that once your kids are 8 or 9 years old they may not show as much interest in this one as your preschooler might. Another stage spectacle is the Festival of
Kiera Ashford is associate editor for this publication and mother to two children ages 5 and 9 who had the best times of their lives visiting Walt Disney World for the first time together as a family.
the Lion King at Animal Kingdom. The audience is split into four sections, and the show is done on the floor in the center. Full acrobatic feats happen all around as the “leaders” of each section sing songs from the movie. The audience loved this show — mouths gaped open while observing men on stilts, floats with moving characters and more.
DISNEY’S ART OF ANIMATION RESORT
PARENTS’ NIGHT Families from all of Disney’s resorts love to drop their children off at the Lilo’s Playhouse Children’s Activity Center found at the newly redesigned Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. It’s affordable, clean and fun for kids. Do note that locals take advantage of this facility, too because you don’t have to actually stay at the resort.
The Art of Animation Resort is a family favorite place to stay. Four distinct sections of the resort are dedicated to popular movies, sending little ones into a tizzy — The Little Mermaid; The Lion King; Finding Nemo; and Cars. Our kids loved striking poses next area. The pool’s just right, too, featuring orange cone-shaped bungalows available for reservations, and lifeguards on top of their For expanded water features, head over to the Finding Nemo section. Statues are magnifi-
The Festival of the Lion King at Animal Kingdom encourages audience participation and photo taking.
cent and brightly colored and the pool area has waterfall-like features with a Schoolyard Spray Ground and a Righteous Reef Playground. Bring towels from your room (none provided at any of the pools) but life vests are plentiful.
WHAT TO GET BEFORE YOU GO! Here are some important things to get when planning your trip to Walt Disney World. 1. Trip Planning Advisor Get trip planning advice. Jami Hill, coowner of FTM Travel and Fairy TripMother (ftmtravel.com), is a mom who’s been to Walt Disney World probably more than 30 times! She’s an authorized Disney Vacation Planner who offers advice on when to travel and where to stay along with guiding you to the best options for your family. Go ahead and send her an e-mail (jami@ fairytripmother.com) and let her help get you on your way! 2. FastPass The buzz about the FastPass is every bit the truth! Get it. It will save you time and some of the stress of waiting in line with little ones that tend to be impatient.
to the near life-sized car statues in the Cars
game — I’ve never seen so many lifeguards!
The Tree of Life at Animal Kingdom is covered with intricately carved animal sculptures. It’s a lot of fun trying to spot the different ones.
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Kids can enjoy a variety of games and activities like kayaking during the 30th Annual Nashville Boat & Sportshow at Music City Center. You can also check out the latest in boats and other watercraft for 2016.
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hat better time to do a little summer dreaming than during the cold of January? Boat-loving families: head to The Nashville Boat & Sportshow at Music City Center (201 5th Ave. S. in Nashville) Jan. 7 10 for the 30th anniversary of the best boat show around. See everything you need for next summer’s boating and fishing action. Family events planned for this year’s show include a free kids’ catch-and- release trout pond (ages 12 and younger), archery for kids with the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency, casting classes for all ages,
crankbait creating activities for kids, paddle board demo rides, fishing seminars, wakeboard trampoline wall demonstrations and more. New this year, all ages can try their skills at stand-up paddle boarding — bring an extra set of clothes because you might get wet! Planners are angling for the best boat show yet! Nashville Boat Show hours are Thu 2 - 9 p.m., Fri 12 - 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission to the show is $12 for ages 16 and older and free for ages 15 and younger. Learn more (and see the list of all boating exhibitors) at nashvilleboatshow.com.
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sumner news Make Music Together with Your Tot
Free Choir Program for Kids with Autism
Have fun exploring the thrill of making music and dancing to rhythms with your wee one during the winter semester of Music Together in Sumner County. Music Together is an international, research-based, early childhood music-and-movement program for infants through preschoolers (ages birth to 5 years) along with their parents or caregivers. The 10-week winter session begins Wednesday, Jan. 6, and you can now choose from two locations. Wednesday - Friday classes are at 10 and 11 a.m. at the Creative Music Center (366 W. Main St., Hendersonville); Saturday classes are at 10:30 a.m. at Delmas Long Community Center (200 Memorial Drive, Goodlettsville). Tuition is $172 for one child; second child is $100, and a third is free. Babies 9 months and younger are free with a paid sibling. In addition to the classes, your payment includes materials for you to use at home along with online access to the curriculum and support materials through the brand-new Music Together app. Advance registration is required, and before you make the financial commitment, you can take advantage of a free trial class to make sure its for you and your little one. To get more info or to sign up, contact Director Angie Trottman at 615-973-6554 or e-mail her at angieatsmt@gmail.com. Visit sumnermusictogether.com.
Belmont University School of Music and Rising Star Music Fund have joined forces to create a free community choir for children with autism as part of Belmont’s music therapy program. The choral experience is for ages 8 - 13 with autism and other developmental differences. Registration and a meetand-greet session for the choir take place Sunday, Jan. 10 at 2:30 p.m. at Belmont’s Massey Performing Arts Center (room 12). For more info, contact the program director at alejandra. ferrer@belmont.edu.
Kids can explore music and movement with Sumner Music Together. The 10-week winter semester starts Wednesday, Jan. 6.
Matilda the Musical comes to TPAC Jan. 26 - 31, and kids can enter an essay contest for a chance to win four tickets to the show. Enter by Thursday, Jan. 7!
Quick Bits: THE FRIST CENTER has a brand-new kids’ website at fristkids.org. This fun, online destination features art activities for children of all ages along with resources complementing school curricula. It also includes more than 40 one-minute videos exploring fundamental art concepts along with at-home activities, educator resources, a private digital portfolio space and a calendar of kid-friendly activities and exhibits happening at the Frist ... Feast on upscale eats at discount prices during NASHVILLE RESTAURANT WEEK, Jan. 18 - 24. The week celebrate’s the city’s homegrown eateries while encouraging folks to “eat like a local.” You’ll be able to try specialty menu items at Music City’s notable culinary hot spots at cheaper prices. For a list of participating restaurants, visit nashvilleoriginals.com ... Learn more about babywearing when volunteers from BABYWEARING INTERNATIONAL host two info sessions covering the benefits of babywearing. You can try on a variety of carriers and get help with your own carrier. The free workshops take place Tuesday, Jan. 5 from 12 - 2 p.m. at the East Branch Library (206 Gallatin Ave., Nashville) and on Monday, Jan. 11 from 7:30 - 9 p.m. at Blooma Nashville (4107 Charlotte Ave., Nashville). Learn more at facebook.com/ NashvilleBabywearers.
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Kid’s Essay Contest Deadline is Jan. 7 Matilda the Musical, the hit Broadway show about an extraordinary girl, comes to TPAC Jan. 26 - 31. TPAC’s holding an essay contest for kids in grades 5 - 8. In 300 - 500 words, kids can write on “Which teacher has most influenced your life?” and submit their essay to Kristin Horsley (khorsley@tpac.org) by Thursday, January 7. Essays will be read by TPAC education staff members. One winner will receive four tickets to a performance of Matilda the Musical, and the highlighted teacher will receive two tickets to a performance.
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sumner news Illuminating Fun Now at The Streets of Indian Lake The fun of mini golf and blacklight luminescence join forces to bring your family a new, fun outing in Hendersonville with the opening of Glowgolf at The Streets of Indian Lake. You can enjoy a whopping 54 holes of glow-in-the dark fun, and for a few extra bucks, you can also test your agility skills in the Laser Maze Challenge. Glowgolf hours when school’s in session are Mon - Fri 3:30 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m. When school’s out, hours are Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m. Admission is $9 adults, $7 ages 5 - 12, free ages 4 and younger. Laser Maze is $3 for one game, $5 for two or $10 for five. Glowgolf’s located at 300 Indian Lake Blvd., Ste. A-120, across from Barnes & Noble. Call 615-431-2123 or visit opryglowgolf.com.
Symphony’s New Summer Concert Series Nashville Symphony launches a new summer concert series at the end of May at downtown Nashville’s happenin’ new Ascend Amphitheater. The lineup includes Styx (Saturday, May 21; $30 - $80), The Music of John Williams (Saturday, June 4; $20 - $60) and Boyz II Men (Sunday, Sept. 11; $30 - $80). Tickets are on sale now at 615687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
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Your family can enjoy a rousing game of mini golf in a glow-in-thedark setting at the new Glowgolf at The Streets of Indian Lake. There’s a Laser Maze Challenge there, too!
Ascend Amphitheater in downtown Nashville is home to the Nashville Symphony’s inaugural “Symphony Under the Stars” concert series coming this summer.
Quick Bits: Need to give your home some sprucing up in the new year? Check out the new NEST DECOR store in Hendersonville. It features an array of home decor, furnishing and gifts. It’s located at 102 Glen Oak Blvd., Ste. 280. Call 615-431-5995 or visit nestdecor.com ... Registration opens Saturday, Jan. 2 for two fun parent-child events happening in February: A MAGICAL NIGHT FOR MOTHERS & SONS is Friday, Feb. 5 from 6 - 8 p.m. featuring live music, comedy and a magic show. The DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE takes place Saturday, Feb. 6 from 7 - 9 p.m. for fathers and their little girls to enjoy music, dancing and refreshments. Both festivities take place at the Delmas Long Community Center, 200 Memorial Drive, Goodlettsville. Registration is $10 per person for each event. Call 615-851-2241 or visit goodettsvilleparks.com to sign up.
Sumner Parent/Nashville Parent and RiverGate Mall aim to help you with your New Year’s resolution to strive toward better health with this month’s Kids Fun Club bringing you the Healthy Family Expo on Saturday, Jan. 30 from 1 - 4 p.m. The free outing features health-and-fitnessrelated seminars and exhibitor booths, and kids can count on fun encounters with superhero appearances, inflatables and a variety of entertainment throughout the afternoon. Be sure to register for the weight-loss challenge while you’re at the event. Participants in the challenge have an opportunity to win a $1,000 gift card to the mall. RiverGate Mall is located at 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville. Learn more at rivergate-mall.com.
Water Birth at Baby + Co. Nashville’s new boutique birthing facility, Baby + Co., now offers water birth experiences with deep soaker tubs to support moms during labor and the birthing process. To learn more about the benefits of hydrotherapy during labor and this new options at Baby + Co., call 615-647-8220 or visit babyandcompany.com.
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I is Coming Soon! Will your child be on an upcoming cover of our magazine? Cover Kids 2016 is coming this spring! Start taking great pics of your kids and be sure to get the February issue for all of the details.
Grief Support for Kids & Parents There’s never an easy time to deal with the loss of a family member or dear friend. If your family is suffering from a loss, find help through a series of grief support groups offered by Alive Hospice. The non-profit hosts eight-week sessions from Jan. 11- Feb. 29 in Nashville, Brentwood, Hendersonville, Madison and Murfreesboro. Support groups are available for those who’ve lost a spouse/partner, parent, child, sibling or other loved one, and there’s one specifically for children. Sessions are $40 for eight weeks, and fees can be waived due to financial need. For groups in Nashville/Brentwood, call 615-963-4732; Murfreesboro, call 615346-8680; Hendersonville/ Madison, call 615-346-8637. You can also find the complete schedule online at alivehospice. org/griefsupport. Advance registration’s required.
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Finger pricking with a lancet device to check blood sugar levels is a daily occurrence for diabetic children and adults. Learn about new technologies and more during the Type One Nation Summit on Saturday, Jan. 9.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, Feb. 6! Nashville Parent’s Summer Camp Adventure Fair takes place from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at CoolSprings Galleria. It’s FREE! Go to nashvilleparent.com for more information.
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n the United States, 29.1 million Americans have diabetes, and of those, 1.25 million are Type 1 (there are 26,000 Type 1 cases in Tennessee), meaning their pancreases do not produce insulin to keep blood sugar at normal levels. Type 1 diabetes is more prevalent in children (it’s commonly referred to as “juvenile diabetes”), and if your family is affected by the disease, you can participate in an educational day of learning and connecting with other local families during the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s (JDRF) Type One Nation Summit on Saturday, Jan. 9. It takes place from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs (700 Cool Springs Blvd.) featuring several breakout sessions on topics like T1D Technology, Navigating Health Insurance, Parenting Kids & Teens with T1D, Advanced Pumping Tips, Pregnancy and T1D, Taking T1D to School and more. Keynote speakers are on the schedule, and there are sessions just for teens as well as opportunities for secondary caregivers to learn about caring for a T1D child. Plus, there will be fun, supervised activities for little ones ages 2 and older along with free T1D risk screenings and diabetes product vendors. Registration is $10 ages 2 and older. Get more info and tickets at 615-383-6781 or midtennessee.jdrf.org/ton.
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Understanding Hyperemesis Gravidarum:
When Morning Sickness Gets Its Way
As many as 80 percent of pregnant women experience some type of morning sickness, according to the American Pregnancy Association, and among them, about 60,000 — or 2 percent of women — are hospitalized for hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) because they can’t keep anything down. It’s a major drag.
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ettina Whitmore was on the floor. Two months pregnant and with morning sickness so severe it lasted all day long, she could no longer keep up with her toddler or her job, and she was wiped out — literally. Her worried husband was out of town on business, but she’d promised him she’d get to her doctor ... except that here she was on the floor, too weak to drive. Thankfully, help was on the way. “I couldn’t believe it,” says Lori Simpkins, Whitmore’s best friend since high school. “Little Amanda (Whitmore’s toddler) was zoned out from this steady diet of videos and snacking and Bettina was as pale as a sheet and listless. I wanted to go right to the emergency room but she wanted to see her OB.” Brentwood OB/GYN, Roy Burch, M.D., took one look at the debilitated Whitmore, tested her urine for electrolytes, pinched her forearm skin checking for elasticity and told her she was going to the hospital. “He told me I was dehydrated and that without intervention I was jeopardizing my health and the baby’s health,” says Whitmore. “I was no longer capable of doing anything for myself, I was just so weak, I just nodded and went along.” When a woman’s morning sickness becomes so severe she can’t keep anything down — not even water — and she begins losing weight, it’s hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). The rare pregnancy condition can rear its head in about week nine of pregnancy and stay through week 20 or longer. Some say HG can be avoided by keeping something in your stomach at all times, but it’s not really as simple as that. Hyperemesis Gravidarum begins where morning sickness left off, making you feel like you shouldn’t eat (the kicker is, when you DO eat you feel better). With HG, if you don’t eat, your sickness gets worse. By the time Whitmore forced herself to eat she no longer could — even sucking on ice chips made her vomit. “Looking back, it’s a blur,” Whitmore says. “It’s hard to take care of
yourself when you have a little one running around, so forgetting to eat and getting run down can happen. It’s a weird catch-22. Unlike an unpregnant person, if you have a stomach virus you can’t eat until the virus has run its course. But morning sickness isn’t a virus — you have to eat through your nausea — it’s a nasty little situation!” Whitmore spent two days in the hospital getting rehydrated, nourished and rested. “I felt better almost immediately,” she says. “Partly because I knew I was being taken care of, but mostly because of the IV,” she says. “Once I was out of the hospital, I got in the groove of always having my lunch tote with me so I could nibble in the car, at my desk or anywhere. I just started grazing all day long and that seemed to be the answer. I didn’t get sick at all in my first pregnancy, so this caught me off guard,” she says. Morning sickness in pregnancy is related to the pregnancy hormone human chorionic gonadotropin, but that doesn’t explain why some women don’t get morning sickness in pregnancy at all or why others may get HG. The only answer is that we’re all different. If there’s any good news it’s that HG can be easily and quickly treated once detected. “I just felt like I was dying,” says Whitmore. “I couldn’t control it and it was scary. Everything made me sick.” Some doctors will prescribe Phenergen or other anti-nausea medications (Compazine or Unisom), but many women are leery of taking medications during pregnancy. “I tried Phenergen,” Whitmore says, “but it made me sleep all day,” she says. Whitmore’s solution became eating constantly. If she started to feel any tinge of nausea she’d grab a handful of something and eat it fast. “Once I got to 21 weeks I felt so much better, I could smile again,” Whitmore says. “But I’ll never forget how awful that was. I don’t wish it on anyone and only want to encourage all pregnant women everywhere to eat, eat, eat before getting that awful feeling in your stomach. Once that wins, it’s all downhill from there.” J
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We’re here to encourage moms to build their confidence in meeting their baby’s needs and having some time for their own self-care, sanity and happiness, too.” — Jennifer Derryberry Mann
YOGA FOR BABY! A local expert explains how you AND Baby can both benefit from yoga techniques at the same time.
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s you flex and bend in many different yoga poses, you transform your body into a very relaxed state. So, why not allow your new baby to benefit from some of those techniques, too? At Blooma Nashville Yoga (615-797-8064; bloomanashville.com), you can nurture your baby while caring for yourself in its BYOBaby (Bring Your Own Baby) Yoga class, available six days a week. “The sweetest mama and baby yoga classes keep Baby at the center of attention throughout the class,” says Jennifer Derryberry Mann, e-RPYT, mama-baby yoga teacher and studio director at Blooma Nashville Yoga, and mom of two. “Our youngest babies in BYOBaby Yoga tend to be about 6 weeks old.” As long as you’re feeling fine at six weeks postpartum, you and Baby can begin BYOBaby Yoga at any time. If you had a Cesarean-section, wait until about eight to 10 weeks postpartum and check with your doctor or midwife. In the class, you’ll learn that there’s more to yoga than just stretching your muscles.
“Baby benefits from the mood-boosting hormones you experience from moving your body and mindful breathing,” says Mann. “You and your baby build trust and confidence together.” She adds that Baby also benefits from skin-to-skin contact and healthy touch from you during moments of infant massage, eye contact, your smile and hearing your calm, reassuring voice throughout the class and more. You benefit from those things as well, and also get the chance to connect with other new moms, creating an inviting support system while you go through postpartum. Once Baby learns to crawl and move about, there are other yoga classes to consider. And, if it’s around feeding time, no worries! You’re allowed to nurse or bottle feed at any time in the studio. You’re encouraged to tend to your little one just as you would at home — be comfortable! “We love to see that connection deepening between Mom and Baby,” adds Mann. “The smiles and laughs from your baby light up the room!” (please turn the page)
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anet Weller’s oldest son was a smart kid and a great reader, yet he still struggled with spelling, writing and grammar. She suspected he also had some auditory processing issues but since they homeschooled she was able to focus on his strengths, encouraging verbal response instead of written work, to get results. “Handwriting for any length of time resulted in tears,” Weller says. “Typing wasn’t really a favorite thing either. We sought tutors and did some home therapies, but I wasn’t seeing many results.” Spelling words and concepts took constant review to finally stick months or even a year later, and when Weller’s son was in third grade, he was diagnosed with dyslexia and dysgraphia. At first she tried tackling it herself, incorporating home diagnostic therapies including those taught by education professional Dianne Craft. Then Weller heard about the Brain Balance brain training program a few months before the center opened its Franklin location. Intrigued by the center’s approach of tackling root issues, she enrolled her son by the spring of his fourth grade year. Within weeks, she saw improvement in not just his school work, but all areas of his life from sports to the dinner table. “A few months later when summer began, we continued our usual spelling review,” she says. “I started noticing that he wasn’t missing any words. As the weeks progressed and I went back to older and older words, he was getting almost all of them correct. Things were sticking, finally.”
Training helps attention, memory, studies The concept behind brain training is that a range of cognitive abilities can be improved through various mental and physical activities, with the results boosted by the brain’s neuroplasticity, or ability to change. Basically, by playing games people can learn faster, become more alert and process information better. But even the idea that the brain can grow and change over the years is a far cry from the long-held belief that the muscle remained largely unchanged once childhood development was over. Chiropractic neurologist Doug Long, owner of the Franklin Brain Balance Center, believes the brain is malleable, able to be improved upon through brain training’s mental and physical challenges. “The idea that our brain is changeable hasn’t been very well accepted, except in the last 20 or 30 years,” he says. “We always thought your
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brain is your brain and you’re stuck with it, that everything else in your body has the chance of improving, but not your brain. Well, it turns out we were wrong. Your brain can be trained, just like anything else.” Long says many children can see benefits from brain training, including those having issues with dyslexia or ADHD, or those who simply need a daily reminder to do homework or can never remember where they put their shoes. “Our brains tend to do things in an inefficient way, so if I’m sitting in a classroom and I’m trying to listen to a teacher, write notes and possibly be flipping through pages in a book all at once, it’s easy to get lost, especially for some kids,” Long says. “You can practice those things and unlearn the bad ways and learn the right ways for these neurological processes to occur.”
Blame memory, not misbehavior Adam Butler, co-owner of LearningRX in Murfreesboro and Brentwood with his wife Bridgette, believes when children don’t follow through on tasks it is not a matter of misbehavior, but memory. After all, most adults can relate to walking into a room only to forget the reason they entered in the first place. This foggy phenomenon happens to children, too, and perhaps even more frequently. “When they walk into their room and forget, they may play with toys until they remember why they are there,” he says. “The next thing you know you’re frustrated with them because they haven’t accomplished the task that you asked.” Butler says training can help improve a child’s memory as well as processing speed, logic, reasoning and attention. That will then translate through into cleaner schoolwork, improved play and all other parts of life. “As a society, we don’t pay attention for long periods of time,” he says. “We really have become easily distracted. As soon as our phone buzzes, we’re reaching for it. For kids, classrooms are an incredibly distracting
smarter kids While some people are cautious about cognitive training for kids, a growing body of scientific evidence indicates it can be effective, and parents often see increased confidence and yes, smarter kids, after months of skill work.
environment. There are lots of other kids around, people walking up and down the hallway talking. A lot of the time, attention struggles go hand in hand with memory struggles.”
Time commitment Change doesn’t come quickly. Weller says she and her son visited the Brain Balance center three times a week for a one-hour session for three months, then at home they worked on core exercises and primitive reflexes for about 45 minutes a day, five days a week. “It was what they told us it would be like,” Weller says of the time devoted to brain training exercises. Long says to think about the effort like you would getting your body in shape — putting in the minimum will yield some good, but the real results come from some serious mental sweat. “You can exercise once a week and maybe get some benefit for your body, but if you really want to get in shape you have to eat right and do a little something several days a week,” Long says. “In our program, we usually try to get people into our center three times a week and then the days in between we try and get them doing a few little things at home.” Bridgette Butler says the experience of training the brain at LearningRX is similar to working with a personal trainer, with each exercise capable of being done at various levels to meet the person where they are cognitively, then build strength from there. “The procedures are very intensive, but they’re also very fun,” she says. “The way in which we train, being one on one, it allows us to individualize the procedures. We’re always pushing just a little higher, as the cognitive skills grow. If somebody reaches a block, we can work at that stop for a bit and then push them on from there. As we do these individualized and intensive procedures, we are growing and really changing the brain. You really do end up feeling a mental sweat.” Adam Butler says most people at LearningRX train on average fourand-a-half to five hours a week between four and seven months, but after
that the improved cognitive skills are naturally strengthened through the course of living. “They’re using them when they’re driving,” he says. “They’re using them when they’re on the baseball field or on the soccer field and in class. When you strengthen those cognitive skills you have upgraded their tools. They went from doing a job with a manual screwdriver to a power drill. Things are easier, they’re faster — they’re just more efficient in the things that they’re doing.”
Does it deliver? Not all people will react the same way to the various exercises, with variables ranging from initial diagnosis to age. And according to a 2014 statement released by the Stanford University Center on Longevity and the Berlin Max Planck Institute for Human Development, there is no solid scientific evidence that the use of software-based brain games alters neural functioning in ways that improve general cognitive performance in everyday life. But it certainly worked for Weller’s family. Within a couple weeks at Brain Balance Weller says her son showed big improvements in his quality of life. Within six weeks his handwriting had become smaller and more controlled, and he was able to play sports better. He became more willing to try new foods and would respond when his parents called him home instead of relying on a nudge from his friends when he was distracted. In fact, Weller is so happy with the outcome she has enrolled her son currently in second grade to start in the spring. “My oldest is still dyslexic, but his work with Brain Balance leveled the playing field for him,” Weller says. “There was a lot going on in his head and body that was making learning a challenge. Those issues were all knocked out, boosting my son up to a whole new level of learning.” Long says early intervention can be key in keeping kids on track at school, so showing interest in their progress can help even if brain training is not the magic bullet. “A lot of times these things don’t get better on their own,” he says. “In fact, a lot of times our brains work a way around the problem so we get by, but it doesn’t solve the problem. We can cope, but it’s always going to kind of hold us back in some way or another. But little compensation tricks that worked in the fourth grade might not in the seventh grade.” J Hollie Deese is a local freelance writer. She has two young boys.
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LEAD BY EXAMPLE Ramsey says to always remember that children are watching you. He cites a Native American saying: “Tell me, and I’ll forget. Show me, and I may not remember. Involve me, and I’ll understand.” Children are going to handle their money the way you handle your money. The most important thing you can do, Ramsey says, is to make wise decisions yourself and show your children what you’re doing and why you’re doing it. TEACH INTENTIONALLY There are four main areas of money that children need to learn, Ramsey says. These are working, saving, spending and giving — each area
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handled differently for different aged kids. The areas are: • Working: How money is made. Ramsey says kids need an emotional and intellectual connection between work and money. He says to never use the word “allowance,” rather to use “commission” for work completed. If no work is completed, don’t pay. • Saving: How you control some of your circumstances and how you can buy big purchases since you don’t want to teach borrowing money. Goal setting is very important for saving. Ramsey says make a game out of saving to buy something: divide the price of the goal by the amount you plan to save each week and see how many weeks or months it takes to ring the bell. • Spending: How you relinquish what you earned. Kids will think seriously about spending when it’s their own money and not yours they are using. Spending is one of the rewards of working and disciplined saving; it can be the celebration of a goal reached. When spending occurs in this way, kids feel a sense of satisfaction and achievement. (please turn the page)
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Will Work for Pay! • Giving: Makes us less self-centered and brings depth of character.
THE PLAN IN MOTION Kids Ages 3 – 6 WORKING & COMPENSATING Ramsey says to give kids this age small chores with which you assist, then give them all the credit and pay the commission on the spot. Children need to have instant “atta boys” and money for work, he says. This allows them to make the emotional connection between work and money, and they’ll be more willing to do chores next time.
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SAVING/SPENDING Goals should be short-term, Ramsey says. When a child saves for a Barbie and buys it with her own money, there’s a sense of pride that will make her smile a lot more than if you simply buy it for her. When children are young, put their money in a clear container. This helps them visually register the savings increasing and the spending decreasing their balance.
GIVING Let their giving be spontaneous and follow it with tons of affirmation for giving to anything. There are many years ahead to teach judgment about how much and where to give. Just let your little one grab some of her cash from her jar for children’s church, Ramsey says. She will beam with the look of a job well done. Kids Ages 6 – 13 WORKING & COMPENSATING Pay your child weekly only for completed work and use a tracking system to list chores that need doing and how much is paid for each one. In this age bracket, Ramsey suggests $5 per week for five chores — simple things like clearing away the dishes, feeding the dog and keeping the bedroom clean. These are things you probably expect anyway, but paying for them gives you teachable moments about money and helps make the emotional connection between money and work. If your child misses a chore one week, don’t pay for it. Keep in mind, some chores should be done without pay just because kids are part of the family, but if they’re all done without pay, there are no teachable moments. Once the work week is done, have a payday. SAVING/SPENDING/GIVING Teach your child to divide his money between three envelopes: spending, saving and giving.
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I’ve done in my life, and all that I’ve won, I don’t have to say a word,” Humble says. Growing up in Montana, Humble had a gritty, outdoorsy childhood that played a role in the man he is today. “I grew up loving hunting, fishing and backpacking, and when I got in grade school, I started playing sports. I took a liking to mainly football and wrestling,” Humble says.
It was only a matter of time before Humble realized he was a gifted athlete. “In high school, by the time I was a junior, I was the best wrestler and best football player in the state of Montana. By the end of it all, I had a full ride scholarship to Washington for football,” Humble says. After only a few days at Washington with the football team, Humble experienced a
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devastating knee injury, destroying nearly everything in his knee. In that day, with that kind of injury, his career as a football player and even a wrestler was over. “I was done playing football and wrestling in college, so I was done getting a scholarship. We couldn’t afford for me to go to college after that first year, so I just started lifting hard and competing. I built three good-sized athletic clubs and started training people when I was in my mid-20s while still competing. I became a state regional national champion in Olympic lifting, power lifting and bodybuilding. I was the only man in history to this day in Montana who has won championships at all three styles of lifting,” Humble says. Today, with years and years of fitness experience under his belt, Humble’s main focus is on training young, aspiring top-tier athletes and passing on his fitness knowledge. He is certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine. “My heart has always been and will always be with training athletes. I’ve trained a lot of pro athletes; I’ve trained a lot of national athletes; I’ve trained a lot of elite high school athletes,” Humble says.
Sessions with Humble His Brentwood facility is a pristine operation with state-of-the art equipment in perfect shape; not only is the equipment nice and modern, it is adjusted to be safe and comfortable as well. Humble takes every athlete he trains very seriously and dedicates his time and effort to them wholly. He does either one-on-one sessions or one-on-two sessions so he can really critique and make sure that the athlete gets the best out of every rep. “I show them how to lift, I help them lift, I’m there standing by them every second of the time they are here. When they’re done, I
make them a protein shake of stuff that works to build new muscle tissue right after the workout. That’s why they put on so much size and get strong. The shake gives them supplementation that works for getting muscle tissue bigger and stronger and builds new muscle cells,” Humble says. According to Humble, what you eat around the clock when you’re trying to lose or gain weight is just as important as the working out itself. He even has a log of some of his clients’ day-to-day diets that they record themselves and bring in so he can keep them accountable. “In Alaska, there are brown bears on the beach and grizzly bears in the mountains; they’re the same bear, but the brown bears on the beach are 1,000 pounds, and the grizzly bears in the mountains are 500 pounds. You know why? Diet. The brown bears on the coast are constantly eating salmon with Omega 3 oils and they get humongous,” Humble says. As you can guess, Omega 3 oils are a vital part of Humble’s post-workout shake. It’s fascinating to observe how Humble ties in his knowledge and experience from his days as a hunter and a fisherman to his strategic methods as a fitness expert. He shares anecdotes and feels it’s important to know exactly what you’re doing when it comes to getting started with workouts. “Parents ask me all time, ‘When should my kid start lifting?’ Nine or 10 is when they should start, but they need to start with someone like me who knows it inside and out so they don’t get hurt,” Humble says. “My little guy, Ruger, is 9, and a lot of people think it’s ridiculous because they think they know, but they don’t have a clue. Should he be doing resistance training at 9 years old? Absolutely. It’s how you do it and when you do it,” Humble says.
Whether you start at age 9 or 49, the key to success at anything and especially building your body to be bigger and stronger is discipline. Humble makes sure his clients know the commitment it takes beforehand. “Be sure this is what you want to do, because if you train with me three days a week, I’m going to hold you to the stone and my contracts are tough, not to be tough, but to make you tough,” Humble says. Humble wants his clients to walk out of his center on their last work out with him and be ready for whatever challenge is thrown their way. “At the end of the day, when they leave here, whether it’s three months, or hopefully a year or even two years, they know exactly how to be disciplined with the sport they’re going for because I teach them the discipline, I teach them the love, I teach them the accountability, and I teach them humility.” J Sam Krodel is a senior at Christ Presbyterian Academy. He is an athlete and an aspiring writer living in Williamson County.
Becoming an Elite Athlete “Elite athletes are just that ... elite, but here’s the truth: They seldom start out that way. Teens who are developing must train to become elite, the kind of athlete that a Division I or Division 2 school will offer full or partial sports scholarships to.” — john humble Learn more about John Humble at humblefitness.net
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Fri 1 FREE 153rd Anniversary Programs
Join rangers and volunteers for a variety of walks, talks, tours and living history demonstrations that tell the story of the Battle of Stones River. All ages. Stones River National Battlefield, 1563 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; 10 a.m.; 615893-9501 or nps.gov/stri.
City of Murfreesboro New Year’s Day 5K
As part of the city’s Better Boro Project, this 5K is open to all fitness levels and ages. Every finisher receives a medal. All ages. Barfield Crescent Park, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m.; $15; 615-893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Girl of the Year Debut Event
Discover the 2016 American Girl of the Year while hanging out with friends during this party that includes activities like crafts and giveaways. Ages 8 and older. American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 12 - 4 p.m.; 877-247-5223 or americangirl.com/retailstore/ nashville.
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Commodores Basketball
FREE Girl of the Year Debut Event
Join rangers and volunteers for a variety of walks, talks, tours and living history demonstrations that tell the story of the Battle of Stones River. All ages. Stones River National Battlefield, 1563 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; 10 a.m.; 615893-9501 or nps.gov/stri.
Root for the Vanderbilt Commodores when they challenge LSU. All ages. Memorial Gym, 210 25th Ave. S., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $15; vucommodores.com.
Family Program: Beginner Ukulele Workshop
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inter recreation’s a lot more fun in Nashville this season with Bridgestone Winter Park located at Walk of Fame Park in downtown Nashville. It opened mid-December and it’s here in conjunction with the NHL All-Star Weekend (Jan. 28 - 31). Outdoor ice skating’s the centerpiece of the park, and your family can have fun skating Mon - Fri 4 - 10:45 p.m., Sat - Sun 10 a.m. - 10:45 p.m. Skate admission is $15 adults, $10 children (including skate rental) for one hour of skating. Inside tip: the rink’s small and lines get long, so arrive early to guarantee ice time. Sunday’s this month have a theme from 3 - 5 p.m.: ’80s (Jan. 3), Super Heroes (Jan. 10), Preds Pride (Jan. 17) and Country Stars Look-Alike (Jan. 24). There will also be an offering of free events in the park this month, including a Preds Party on Saturday, Jan. 2, movie nights (Jan. 7, 14 & 21), Family Day (Saturday, Jan. 9) and outdoor concerts (Jan. 28 - 31). More details about specific events will be added during the month. Get the complete schedule and more info at nashvillepredators.com/winterpark and nashvillesports.com.
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The ukulele’s been used by country artists since the early 20th century. Learn about the instrument during this hands-on workshop. Ages 7 and older. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 1 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FREE Girl of the Year Debut Event
Discover the 2016 American Girl of the Year while hanging out with friends during this party that includes activities like crafts and giveaways. Ages 8 and older. American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.; 877-247-5223 or americangirl.com/retailstore/ nashville.
FREE Shakespeare Allowed
Join rangers and volunteers for a variety of walks, talks, tours and living history demonstrations that tell the story of the Battle of Stones River. All ages. Stones River National Battlefield, 1563 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; 10 a.m.; 615893-9501 or nps.gov/stri.
Discover the 2016 American Girl of the Year while hanging out with friends during this party that includes activities like crafts and giveaways. Ages 8 and older. American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 12 - 4 p.m.; 877-247-5223 or americangirl.com/retailstore/ nashville.
FREE Make Letterpress Art with Hatch Show Print Get creative by making prints while exploring old-school letterpress art making. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 12, 1 & 2 p.m.; 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Tue 5 FREE Babywearing Workshop
Learn about the benefits of babywearing, try on a variety of baby and toddler carriers and get help with your own carrier with volunteers from Babywearing International. Adults. East Branch Library, 206 Gallatin Ave., Nashville; 12 - 2 p.m.; facebook.com/ nashvillebabywearers.
Participate in (or just listen to) a complete reading of Richard II. All ages. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 12 - 3 p.m.; nashvilleshakes.org.
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FREE La Leche League Hendersonville
New and expectant mothers can find breast-feeding support and information. Hendersonville Public Library, 140 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville; 10:30 a.m.; 615-323-7158 or lllofkytn.org.
FREE Perform Murfreesboro Orientation
Learn about all of the performing arts opportunities for young people through Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation. All ages. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6:15 6:45 p.m.; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Predators Hockey
Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Winnipeg Jets. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $40 - $270; 615-770-7800 or nashvillepredators.com.
Tuesdays for Tots
Preschoolers can get creative making pop art in the studio. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 615-356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
FREE Youth Theater Audition
Kids can audition for Perform Murfreesboro’s upcoming production of Disney’s Cinderella KIDS (March 4 6). Ages 11 and younger. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; free to audition (kids cast must pay for a $25 annual Perform Murfreesboro membership fee); 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Wed 6
The Nashville Predators have three home games this month on Jan. 5, 16 & 19 at Bridgestone Arena.
Homeschool Creativity Class
This art class explores creativity in different mediums. All ages. McFadden Community Center, 211 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro; 2 - 3 p.m.; $3; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Kid’s Hour
Mare Wakefield performs music for children. Ages 10 and younger. Whole Foods, 1566 West McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 615-550-5660.
Parent and Me Drum Circle
Play games, make music and enjoy bonding time through drumming. Ages 3 - 5. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:15 - 10 a.m.; $3 per parent/ child pair; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Thu 7 Aegis Sciences Classical Series: Mozart’s Requiem
Vocal soloists and the Nashville Symphony Chorus join the Nashville Symphony for a night of music featuring Mozart’s final masterpiece along with the recording of new American works: Jennifer Higdon’s “Oboe Concerto” and Frank Ticheli’s “Clarinet Concerto.” All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $22 - $143; 615-6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Blue Raiders Basketball
Cheer for the MTSU Blue Raiders when they challenge UTEP. All ages. Murphy Center, 2650 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 p.m.; $12; goblueraiders.com.
It’s Who You Know
Storyteller Chambers Stevens offers a journey through the “human side of celebrity” in his one-man show filled with true-tolife humorous anecdotes. Ages 10 and older. TPAC’s Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $30; 615-782-4040 or tpac.org.
Nashville Boat and Sportshow
Check out the best boating and accessory deals of the season, see what it’s like to soar over the water in a Defiance Flyboard, hone your wakeboarding skills, get tips from professional anglers and more. Children’s activities include a catch-andrelease fishing pond. All ages. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 2 - 9 p.m.; $12 adults, free ages 15 and younger; 615-259-4000 or nashvilleboatshow.com.
FREE Perform Murfreesboro Orientation
Learn about all of the performing arts opportunities for young people through Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation. All ages. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6:15 6:45 p.m.; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Youth Theater Audition
Kids can audition for Perform Murfreesboro’s upcoming production of Disney’s Cinderella KIDS (March 4 6). Ages 11 and younger. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; free to audition (kids cast must pay for a $25 annual Perform Murfreesboro membership fee); 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Earth Lab
Explore geology. Ages 4 - 9. The Wilderness Station, 301 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro; 12 - 5 p.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. (please turn the page)
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Fri 8 FREE 201st Anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans
For the anniversary of Andrew Jackson’s victory over the British at New Orleans, enjoy complimentary admission all day along with a wreath-laying ceremony at Jackson’s tomb (11 a.m.), living history programs featuring War of 1812 soldiers, a movie marathon of films featuring Jackson and New Orleans, an author discussion and more. All ages. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4:30
p.m.; 615-889-2941 or thehermitage.com.
Aegis Sciences Classical Series: Mozart’s Requiem
Vocal soloists and the Nashville Symphony Chorus join the Nashville Symphony for a night of music featuring Mozart’s final masterpiece along with the recording of new American works: Jennifer Higdon’s “Oboe Concerto” and Frank Ticheli’s “Clarinet Concerto.” All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $22 - $143; 615-6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
It’s Who You Know
Storyteller Chambers Stevens offers a journey through the “human side of celebrity” in his one-man show filled with true-tolife humorous anecdotes. Ages 10 and older. TPAC’s Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $30; 615-782-4040 or tpac.org.
Junior Predators Hockey
The Nashville Junior Predators challenge the Junior Point Mallard Ducks. All ages. A-Game Skate Academy, 215 Gothic Court, Franklin; 7 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children; juniorpredators.com.
Nashville Boat and Sportshow
This 30th anniversary show features the best boating and accessory deals of the season, see what it’s like to soar over the water in a Defiance Flyboard, hone your wakeboarding skills, get tips from professional anglers and more. Children’s activities include a catch-andrelease fishing pond. All ages. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 12 - 9 p.m.; $12 adults, free ages 15 and younger; 615-259-4000 or nashvilleboatshow.com.
Parent and Me Drum Circle
Play games, make music and bond with your child through drumming. Ages 3 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:15 - 10 a.m.; $3; murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Street Corner Symphony
Learn about arts and other programs through Williamson Parks & Rec on Jan. 9.
SPOTLIGHT:
Williamson Parks & Rec Open Houses Saturday, Jan. 9 All ages
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illiamson County Parks & Recreation offers lots of activities for local families, including group fitness classes, aquatics, children’s classes and more. On Saturday, Jan. 9 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., you can check out what all five facilities have to offer with tours, free classes, giveaways, personal training consultations and more. The facility locations are: Franklin Recreation Complex (1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin), Fairview Recreation Complex (2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview), Longview Recreation Center (2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill), Indoor Sports Complex (920 Heritage Way, Brentwood) and Williamson County Recreation Complex (7250 Nolensville Road, Nolensville). Learn more at wcparksandrec.com.
A night of a cappella music by this Nashville-based group that was the runner up on the second season of NBC’s The Sing-Off. All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $25 - $35; 615-5382076 or franklintheatre.com.
Sat 9 Aegis Sciences Classical Series: Mozart’s Requiem
Vocal soloists and the Nashville Symphony Chorus join the Nashville Symphony for a night of music featuring Mozart’s final masterpiece along with the recording of new American works: Jennifer Higdon’s “Oboe Concerto” and Frank Ticheli’s “Clarinet Concerto.” All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $22 - $143; 615-6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Blue Raiders Basketball
The MTSU Blue Raiders challenge UTSA. All ages. Murphy Center, 2650 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro; 3 p.m.; $12; goblueraiders. com.
Bruins Basketball
Cheer for the Belmont Bruins when they challenge Eastern Illinois. All ages. Curb Event Center, 2002 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 2 p.m.; $12 adults, $6 ages 3 - 17; belmontbruins. com.
FREE Dance Me a Story: Emperor and the Nightingale
Nashville Ballet presents this interactive storytime for kids based on the Hans Christian Andersen tale, The Nightingale. All ages. Williamson County Library, 1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin; 10 & 11:30 a.m.; 615-297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.
Dome Club
This full-dome planetarium experience features a showing of Bella Gaia, a film taking viewers on a journey around the Earth utilizing scenery from around the world and from NASA science data. All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 6 p.m.; $8; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci.org.
Family Program: Singing Clinic
Singer/songwriter/vocal coach Misty Ray leads this group workshop about singing harmonies and increasing assurance at any skill level. It includes breathing and support techniques. Ages 7 and older. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 1 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Frosty Fireman 5K
This run/walk benefits the Nashville Firefighters Association Hardship Relief Fund supporting the families of members of the Nashville Fire Department that have suffered from a debilitating injury or illness. All ages. Shelby Park, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 8 a.m.; $30; nffahardshipfund.org.
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Intergalactic Bead Show
Find rare beads, precious stones, shiny gems, freshwater pearls, jewelry and more. All ages. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $5; 888-729-6904 or beadshows.com.
It’s Who You Know
Storyteller Chambers Stevens offers a journey through the “human side of celebrity” in his one-man show filled with true-tolife humorous anecdotes. Ages 10 and older. TPAC’s Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $30; 615-782-4040 or tpac.org.
Monster Jam
This showcase of endurance features a massive Monster Jam lineup with more racing, more freestyle, more donuts, more wheelies and more action than every before. Monster Jam Speedsters and Monster Jam ATVs rip through the arena during aggressive head-to-head racing action. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 2 & 7:30 p.m.; $10 - $50; 800-7453000 or ticketmaster.com.
Nashville Boat and Sportshow
This 30th anniversary show features the best boating and accessory deals of the season, and you can see what it’s like to soar over the water in a Defiance Flyboard, hone your wakeboarding skills, get tips from professional anglers and more. Children’s activities include a catch-and-release fishing pond. All ages. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; $12 adults, free ages 15 and younger; 615-259-4000 or nashvilleboatshow.com.
FREE Polar Bear Plunge
It’s the 14th year of this annual tradition. Are you brave enough to jump into the icy waters of the outdoor pool? The indoor Arctic Adventure offers inflatables and games. All ages. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 8:30 a.m. (plunge is at 10 a.m.); free with the donation of a non-perishable
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See Grave Digger, the “rock star” of monster trucks, during Monster Jam at Bridgestone Arena, Jan. 9 - 10. Turn to page 13 to find out how you can win four tickets to the 2 p.m. show on Saturday! food item; 615-895-5040 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Riverbend Kids Club
Make a winter garden-themed craft. All ages. Riverbend Nurseries, 2008 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin; 10 a.m.; $5; 615-468-2008 or riverbendnurseries.com.
Second Saturday
After-hours planetarium and laser shows include “Skies Over Nashville” (7:30 p.m.), “She Blinded Me with Lasers” (8:30 p.m.), “ElectroLaze” (9:30 p.m.) and “Hypnotica Electronica” (10:30 p.m.). All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; planetarium show: $3 members, $6 non-members; laser shows: $6 members, $8 non-members; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci. org/saturday.
Type One Nation Summit
The Middle Tennessee chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) hosts this event featuring several educational breakout sessions covering topics like
T1D technology, advanced pumping tips, pregnancy and T1D, parenting kids/teens with T1D and more. There are also supervised children’s activities, product vendors, keynote speakers and more. Ages 2 and older. Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, 700 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin; 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $10; 615-383-6781 or midtennessee.jdrf.org/ton.
Sun 10 Creative Zone: Button Bling
Get creative and design a button/medallion that represents you, whether it echoes an artist you like, a place you’ve been or your favorite artifact in the museum. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Exhibit Opening
Wedding Dresses Through the Decades features gowns
of every decade from 1847 to modern day. The exhibit continues through Sunday, March 6. All ages. Oaklands Historic House Museum, 900 N. Maney Ave., Murfreesboro; 1 - 4 p.m.; $8; 615-893-0022 or oaklandsmuseum.org.
Intergalactic Bead Show
Find rare beads, precious stones, shiny gems, freshwater pearls, jewelry and more. All ages. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $4; 888-729-6904 or beadshows.com.
Monster Jam
This showcase of endurance features a massive Monster Jam lineup with more racing, more freestyle, more donuts, more wheelies and more action than every before. Monster Jam Speedsters and Monster Jam ATVs rip through the arena during aggressive head-to-head racing action. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 2 p.m.; $10 - $50; 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.
Nashville Boat and Sportshow
This 30th anniversary show features the best boating and accessory deals of the season, and you can see what it’s like to soar over the water in a Defiance Flyboard, hone your wakeboarding skills, get tips from professional anglers and more. Children’s activities include a catch-and-release fishing pond. All ages. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $12 adults, free ages 15 and younger; 615-259-4000 or nashvilleboatshow.com.
Sam’s Place: Music for the Spirit
Steven Curtis Chapman hosts this evening of inspirational music benefiting Show Hope with special guests Hunter Hayes, MercyMe, Mo Pitney, Plumb and Rend Collective. All ages. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $27.50 - $39.50; 615889-3060 or ryman.com.
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Mon 11 FREE Babywearing Workshop
Learn about the benefits of babywearing, try on a variety of baby and toddler carriers and get help with your own carrier with volunteers from Babywearing International. Adults. Blooma Nashville, 4107 Charlotte Ave., Nashville; 7:30 - 9 p.m.; facebook.com/ nashvillebabywearers.
Tue 12 Commodores Basketball
Cheer for the Vanderbilt Commodores when they challenge Auburn. All ages. Memorial Gym, 210 25th Ave. S., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $15; 615-322-4653 or vucommodores.com.
FREE La Leche League of Rutherford County
Learn about breastfeeding and get helpful tips. New and expectant mothers. Bolton Music Therapy, 1833 Ward Drive, Murfreesboro; 6 p.m.; 615785-7882 or facebook.com/ lllrutherford.
FREE La Leche League Portland
New and expectant mothers can find breast-feeding support and information. Portland Public Library, 301 Portland Blvd., Portland; 10 a.m.; 615-3237158 or lllofkytn.org/portland.
Experience acrobatics and other fantastic feats with the musical backdrop of the Nashville Symphony during Cirque de la Symphonie at the Schermerhorn, Jan. 14 - 16.
Tuesdays for Tots
Homeschool Creativity Class
Preschoolers can get creative making pop art in the studio. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 615-356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Wed 13 FREE Earth Lab
Explore geology through fun activities. Ages 4 - 9. The Wilderness Station, 301 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro; 12 - 5 p.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
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This art class explores creativity in different mediums. All ages. McFadden Community Center, 211 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro; 2 - 3 p.m.; $3; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Kid’s Hour
Multi-instrumentalist Jacob Johnson entertains kids. Ages 10 and younger. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 615-5505660.
Parent and Me Drum Circle
Play games, make music and enjoy bonding time through
drumming. Ages 3 - 5. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:15 - 10 a.m.; $3 per parent/ child pair; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Thu 14 Bruins Basketball
Cheer for the Belmont Bruins when they challenge Murray State. All ages. Curb Event Center, 2002 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $12 adults, $6 ages 3 - 17; belmontbruins. com.
FirstBank Pops Series: Cirque de la Symphonie
An array of performers join the Nashville Symphony for a unique concert experience as the guest artists perform feats on and above the stage including contortionists, aerial flyers, strongmen, balancers, acrobats, dancers, jugglers and more. All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $34 - $128; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Fri 15 FirstBank Pops Series: Cirque de la Symphonie
An array of performers join the Nashville Symphony for a unique concert experience as the guest artists perform feats on and above the stage including contortionists, aerial flyers, strongmen, balancers, acrobats, dancers, jugglers and more. All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $34 - $128; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
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The world-famous Globetrotters bring their 90th anniversary basketball tour to Nashville with their trademark trick shots, comedy and hijinks. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $24.85 - $133.00; 615-7702000 or bridgestonearena.com.
Parent and Me Drum Circle
Play games, make music and bond with your child through drumming. Ages 3 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:15 - 10 a.m.; $3; 615-8677244 or murfreesborotn.gov/ parks.
Sat 16 25th Annual Nashville Auto Fest
This vehicle extravaganza includes new events, attractions, new show car classifications and more. All ages. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $12 adults, free ages 10 and younger; nashvilleautofest.com.
Big Night Out: The Second City
This world-renowned comedy troupe comes to Music City. The night includes a silent auction and cocktail dinner before the show, and proceeds benefit programming at the center. Adults. Gordon Jewish Community Center, 801 Percy Warner Blvd., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $118; nashvillejcc.org.
Commodores Basketball
Cheer for the Vanderbilt Commodores when they challenge Alabama. All ages. Memorial Gym, 210 25th Ave. S., Nashville; 5 p.m.; $15; 615-322-4653 or vucommodores.com.
Embellished Instruments: Gretsch Style
Learn about guitar design before taking a brief tour in the new exhibit, American Sound and Beauty: Guitars from the
Bachman-Gretsch Collection, then make and decorate a guitar out of boxes and cardboard. Ages 5 and older. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 1 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
FirstBank Pops Series: Cirque de la Symphonie
An array of performers join the Nashville Symphony for a unique concert experience as the guest artists perform feats on and above the stage including contortionists, aerial flyers, strongmen, balancers, acrobats, dancers, jugglers and more. All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $34 - $128; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
High Stakes for Harmony Poker Tournament
Predators Hockey
Root for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Minnesota Wild. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $40 - $270; 615-770-7800 or nashvillepredators.com.
Preschool Program: Song & Storytime
Preschoolers can learn the importance of guitars in country music and other musical genres by reading a story, singing a song and making an art project. Ages 3 - 5. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Ron White
A night of stand-up comedy and storytelling. Ages 14 and older. TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $50.75 - $110.75; 615-782-4040 or tpac.org.
Stars for Wishes
This benefit for Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee features live music by Randy Houser and Drake White & the Big Fire along with stories of granted wishes to kids in the community, food by MasterChef Junior Logan Guleff, a silent auction and more. All ages. Gaylord Opryland Hotel, 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville; 5:30 - 11 p.m.; $300 (a late party-only ticket is $75); middletennessee.wish.org.
Creative Zone: Button Bling
Get creative and design a button/medallion that represents you, whether it echoes an artist you like, a place you’ve been or your favorite artifact in the museum. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
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5K for MLK
This vehicle extravaganza includes new events, attractions, new show car classifications and more. All ages. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $12 adults, free ages 10 and younger; nashvilleautofest.com.
Crescendo Club, Nashville Symphony’s young professionals group, presents its second annual poker tourney and cocktail hour. Enjoy a night of card playing (for bragging rights only — no real money exchanged) and a silent auction. Blackjack tables are also available. Proceeds help underwrite the cost of the symphony’s Composer Lab program. Adults. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 3 & 5 p.m.; $75; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Participate in a walk/run to honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. All ages. East Park Community Center, 600 Woodland St., Nashville; 7 - 11 a.m.; $35 race day (discounts for registering in advance); 615-599-9683 or barefootrepublic.org.
Madonna
The “Material Girl” brings her Rebel Heart tour to Nashville. Ages 14 and older. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $44.55 $359.50; 615-770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com. (please turn the page)
FREE Music in the Wild Einstein’s Folly presents a night of orchestrated music with harmonies. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 301 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
The fun of the Harlem Globetrotters comes to Bridgestone Arena on Friday, Jan. 15.
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FREE Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Celebrate MLK’s legacy through arts, culture and more. All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 615-890-2300 or explorethedc.org.
FREE My Gym Open House
My Gym celebrates 11 years in Brentwood and invites your family for games, relays, puppets, gymnastics, bubble fun, giveaways and more. All
ages. My Gym, 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood; 9 a.m. 12 p.m.; 615-371-5437 or mygym.com/brentwood.
OZ School Day: MLK Jr. Birthday
OZ Arts hosts this day where kids can participate in a multi-arts program featuring workshops in visual art, theater, music and movement. Ages 5 - 15. Centennial Arts Center, 301 25th Ave. N., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $50; 615-3507200 or ozartsnashville.org.
Tue 19 Predators Hockey
Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Chicago Blackhawks. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $40 - $270; 615-770-7800 or nashvillepredators.com.
Tuesdays for Tots
Preschoolers can get creative making pop art in the studio. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate
Ice-Skating Fun! One outdoor rink and three indoor ones make for a fun wintertime activity with your family. Public skate times vary at each location. Get the full schedule at their websites.
INDOOR:
A-Game Sports 215 Gothic Court, Franklin 615-771-2444 • goagame.com $7 adults, $5 ages 12 and younger $3 skate rental Centennial Sportsplex 222 25th Ave. N., Nashville 615-862-8480 • centennialsportsplex.com $7 adults, $6 ages 5 - 12, free ages 4 and younger $2 skate rental Ford Ice Center 5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Antioch 615-742-4399 • fordicecenter.com $7 adults, $6 ages 3 - 10, free ages 2 and younger $3 skate rental
OUTDOOR:
Bridgestone Winter Park at Walk of Fame Park Fifth Avenue South, Nashville (next to the arena) nashvillepredators.com/winterpark $15 adults, $10 children (for one hour of skating) Skate rental included
admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 615-356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Wed 20 FREE Earth Lab
Explore geology through fun activities. Ages 4 - 9. The Wilderness Station, 301 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro; 12 - 5 p.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Homeschool Creativity Class
This art class explores creativity in different mediums. All ages. McFadden Community Center, 211 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro; 2 - 3 p.m.; $3; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Kid’s Hour
Award-winning recording artist Ginger Sands performs music for kids. Ages 10 and younger. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 615-550-5660 or gingersands.com.
Parent and Me Drum Circle
Play games, make music and enjoy bonding time through drumming. Ages 3 - 5. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:15 - 10 a.m.; $3 per parent/ child pair; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Thu 21 FREE Babywearing Workshop
Learn about the benefits of babywearing, try on a variety of baby and toddler carriers and get help with your own carrier with volunteers from Babywearing International. Adults. Salem United Methodist Church, 4072 Old Salem Road, Rockvale; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; facebook.com/ nashvillebabywearers.
Blue Raiders Basketball
Cheer for the MTSU Blue Raiders when they challenge North Texas. All ages. Murphy Center, 2650 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6:30 p.m.; $12; goblueraiders.com.
The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses — Master Quest
The Nashville Symphony and Symphony Chorus present the excitement of The Legend of Zelda video game series during a multimedia spectacular that includes 28 years of music from the Nintendo series while Zelda videos are shown in HD on the big screen. All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $39 - $89; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
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Admission Open House Pre-Kindergarten-Grade 12 January 24 | 2pm FRA’s Harris Hall Middle School RSVP to Debbie DeJean at 615.832.8845 or dejeand@franklinroadacademy.com
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daily activities Fri 22 Junior Predators Hockey
Cheer for the Nashville Junior Predators when they challenge the Junior St. Louis Blues. All ages. A-Game Skate Academy, 215 Gothic Court, Franklin; 7 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children; juniorpredators.com.
Parent and Me Drum Circle
Play games, make music and bond with your child through drumming. Ages 3 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:15 - 10 a.m.; $3; 615-8677244 or murfreesborotn.gov/ parks.
The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses — Master Quest
The Nashville Symphony and Symphony Chorus present the excitement of The Legend of Zelda video game series during a multimedia spectacular that includes 28 years of music from the Nintendo series while Zelda videos are shown in HD on the big screen. All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $39 - $89; 615-6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
The Neck is a Bridge to the Body
Kaki King’s live show is an immersive multi-media production in which the guitar is used as a projection screen to tell a story. All ages. OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $40; 615350-7200 or ozartsnashville. org.
Sat 23 Andre Watts Plays Rachmaninoff’s Second
Piano Concerto Pianist Andre Watts joins the Nashville Symphony to perform one of the most beloved piano concertos ever written along with performances of Brahms’ “Variations on a Theme by
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Haydn” and Hindesmith’s “Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes of Carl Maria von Weber.” All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $22 - $109; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Blue Raiders Basketball
Cheer for the MTSU Blue Raiders when they challenge Rice. All ages. Murphy Center, 2650 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro; 5 p.m.; $12; goblueraiders.com.
Bruins Basketball
Cheer for the Belmont Bruins when they challenge Tennessee State. All ages. Curb Event Center, 2002 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 5 p.m.; $12 adults, $6 ages 3 - 17; belmontbruins. com.
Junior Predators Hockey
Cheer for the Nashville Junior Predators when they challenge the Junior St. Louis Blues. All ages. A-Game Skate Academy, 215 Gothic Court, Franklin; 3 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children; juniorpredators.com.
La Bella Notte
Opera meets country during this “rhinestone regale” fundraiser for Nashville Opera that includes a black-tie dinner, fine wines, a silent auction, entertainment by Gary Morris and more. Adults. Hilton Hotel, 121 Fourth Ave. S., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $300; 615-832-5242 or nashvilleopera.org.
One Up
Watch all-star cheer and allstar dance competitions. All ages. Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Ave. N., Nashville; 10 a.m.; $15 ages 6 and older, free ages 5 and younger; 615-862-6390 or nashvilleauditorium.com.
Open Mic
Hit the stage to share your talent. Pizza/drinks included. All ages. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 5 - 7 p.m.; $8; homeboundtn.org.
Songwriting 101: Gary Allan Style
Examine a few of Gary Allan’s songs with Nashville-based writers Matt Vrba and Deanna Brown as they teach the fundamentals of songwriting, including form, rhyme and more. Ages 10 and older. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 2 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
The Neck is a Bridge to the Body
Kaki King’s live show is an immersive multi-media production in which the guitar is used as a projection screen to tell a story. All ages. OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $40; 615350-7200 or ozartsnashville. org.
Tool
A night of rock music with special guests Primus and 3Teeth. Ages 12 and older. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $49.50 - $79.50; 615770-2000 or bridgestonearena. com.
Winter Wagon Hayride & Marshmallow Roast
Experience an old-fashioned hayride and cozy up around a winter fire to roast marshmallows. All ages. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $2; 615-8900355 or murfreesborotn.gov/ parks.
Zoo Run Run
Join a herd of fellow runners for this winter race/5K adventure throughout the zoo’s property, including areas not available to the public. Proceeds benefit the zoo’s operations, educational programs for kids and more. All ages. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 3 5 p.m.; $50 adults, $25 ages 5 - 12 (discounts if you register before Jan. 16); 615-833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.
Sun 24 Breaking Benjamin
A night of rock music. All ages. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $37.50; 615-889-3060 or ryman.com.
Creative Zone: Button Bling
Get creative and design a button/medallion that represents you, whether it echoes an artist you like, a place you’ve been or your favorite artifact in the museum. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
Mon 25 FREE Artful Tales: Storytime in the Galleries
Join an educator to hear a story inspired by the center’s own Martin ArtQuest Gallery. Afterward, participate in artmaking activities. Ages 3 and older. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; 615-244-3340 or fristcenter.org.
The Tenors
The JUNO Award-winning Canadian vocal group presents a night of classical and pop favorites like “Lean on Me,” “You Are So Beautiful,” “Ave Maria” and more. Presented without orchestra. All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $29 - $89; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Tue 26 Commodores Basketball
The Vanderbilt Commodores challenge Florida. All ages. Memorial Gym, 210 25th Ave. S., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $12; 615-322-4653 or vucommodores.com.
Tuesdays for Tots
Preschoolers can have fun celebrating the Jewish New Year of Trees, Tu B’Shevat. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 615-356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Wed 27 FREE Earth Lab
Explore geology through fun activities. Ages 4 - 9. The Wilderness Station, 301 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro; 12 - 5 p.m.; 615-217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Homeschool Creativity Class
This art class explores creativity in different mediums. All ages. McFadden Community Center, 211 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro; 2 - 3 p.m.; $3; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Kid’s Hour
Award-winning family entertainer Rachel Sumner performs interactive music. Ages 10 and younger. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 615-550-5660 or rachelsumner.com.
Parent and Me Drum Circle
Play games, make music and enjoy bonding time through drumming. Ages 3 - 5. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:15 - 10 a.m.; $3 per parent/ child pair; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Thu 28 FREE African American Cultural Night Celebrate African-American history through song, dance and spoken word. All ages. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 5 - 8 p.m.; 615893-7439 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.
daily activities Junior Predators Hockey
Cheer for the Nashville Junior Predators when they challenge the Junior Peoria Mustangs. All ages. A-Game Skate Academy, 215 Gothic Court, Franklin; 7 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children; juniorpredators.com.
NHL All-Star Weekend
A local kid enjoys a toasted treat during the Winter Wagon Hayride & Marshmallow Roast at Cannonsburgh Village in Murfreesboro. This year’s event is Saturday, Jan. 23. FREE Ballet Storytime: Honk! The Story of a Prima Swanerina
Nashville Ballet dancers present an interactive story about a ballet-smitten swan who has an unexpected moment to shine onstage with a group of prima ballerinas. All ages. South Cheatham Library, 358 N. Main St., Kingston Springs; 10:30 a.m.; 615-297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.
Junior Predators Hockey
Cheer for the Nashville Junior Predators when they challenge the Junior Peoria Mustangs. All ages. Ford Ice Center, 5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Nashville; 8:30 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children; juniorpredators.com.
NHL All-Star Weekend
Music City is home to the 2016 NHL All-Star Weekend that includes the league’s mid-season showcase on Saturday and the NHL All-Star skills competition and game on Sunday. The festivities also include meeting NHL mascots, live music nightly, picture ops with the Stanley Cup, a hockey skills zone, meet and greets with players,
a kids’ zone and more. All ages. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 9 a.m.; $221 - $321 (Fan Fair Zone is $20 adults, $15 kids); bridgestonearena.com.
Wibbly Wobbly Way Late Play Date
Come in your best cosplay while exploring science with a Doctor Who theme. Your ticket includes exhibits, activities, three drinks, a planetarium show and a souvenir cup. Ages 21 and older. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 6:30 - 10 p.m.; $25 members, $35 non-members; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci. org.
Fri 29 A Dark and Stormy Night with Edgar Allan Poe
An evening of macabre and mysteries with one of the Jacksonian era’s premiere writers as a Poe re-enactor regales the crowd with stories of his life and dramatic readings both humorous and terrifying. Ages 12 and older. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville;
6 - 9 p.m.; $15 members, $20 non-members; 615-889-2941 or thehermitage.com.
Aegis Sciences Classical Series: Guerrero Conducts Bernstein & Classic Movie Music
Music City is home to the 2016 NHL All-Star Weekend that includes the league’s mid-season showcase on Saturday and the NHL All-Star skills competition and game on Sunday. The festivities also include meeting NHL mascots, live music nightly, picture ops with the Stanley Cup, a hockey skills zone, meet and greets with players, a kids’ zone and more. All ages. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 9 a.m.; $221 - $321 (Fan Fair Zone is $20 adults, $15 kids); bridgestonearena.com.
Parent and Me Drum Circle
Play games, make music and bond with your child through drumming. Ages 3 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:15 - 10 a.m.; $3; murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Guest violinist Arabella Steinbacher joins the Nashville Symphony while Giancarlo Guerrero conducts a night of music by Revueltas, Korngold and Prokofiev along with Leonard Bernstein’s “On the Waterfront: Symphonic Suite.” All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $22 - $143; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
The Home Show
I Have a Voice Gala
Celebrate the world of Doctor Who by making your own sonic screwdriver, get your commemorative glass, enjoy educational activities and show off your favorite Doctor Who costume. All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 6 9:30 p.m.; $25 adults/$15 children members, $35 adults/$25 children nonmembers; 615-862-5160 or adventuresci.org.
Enjoy dinner, silent and live auctions, games, music and a raffle. Proceeds benefit Gigi’s Playhouse Nashville, a nonprofit achievement center for Down syndrome. Adults. Hutton Hotel, 1808 West End Ave., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $150; 615370-1500 or gigisplayhouse. org/nashville.
The Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee hosts this event showcasing what’s new in home improvement, remodeling and redecorating. All ages. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; $10 adults, free ages 12 and younger; hbamt.org.
Wibbly Wobbly Family Night
Sat 30 Aegis Sciences Classical Series: Guerrero Conducts Bernstein & Classic Movie Music
Guest violinist Arabella Steinbacher joins the Nashville Symphony while Giancarlo Guerrero conducts a night of music by Revueltas, Korngold and Prokofiev along with Leonard Bernstein’s “On the Waterfront: Symphonic Suite.” All ages. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $22 - $143; 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
B.J. Thomas
A night of pop, country and gospel music. All ages. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $35 - $45; 615-5382076 or franklintheatre.com.
FREE Kids Fun Club Healthy Family Expo
This family health-centric event includes seminars, vendor booths, inflatables, fun games, live entertainment, super hero appearances and more. Register for the weight-loss challenge for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card to the mall. Presented by Nashville/Sumner Parent. All ages. RiverGate Mall, 1000 Rivergate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 1 - 4 p.m.; rivergate-mall.com.
NHL All-Star Weekend
The NHL league’s mid-season showcase and skills competition is today. The festivities also include meeting NHL mascots, live music nightly, picture ops with the Stanley Cup, a hockey skills zone, meet and greets with players, a kids’ zone and more. All ages. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 9 a.m.; $221 - $321 (Fan Fair Zone is $20 adults, $15 kids); bridgestonearena.com.
Rebelution
A night of reggae music. Ages 18 and older. War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Ave. N., Nashville; 8:30 p.m.; $22.50; 615-782-4040 or tpac.org. (please turn the page)
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 31 1:00PM • New Robotics program for elementary and middle school STEM lab with 3D scanning and printing K-4 students receive instruction in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, art, music, STEM lab, iPad lab, computer lab, library, and daily PE • Graduates in 2015 received an average of $84,000 each in college scholarships • ACT averages are a 32 for the top 10%, 30 for the top 25% and 25 overall. • After school classes are offered in voice, dance, theater, guitar, violin, audio and video production, painting, cooking, crazy science, and MUCH more CALL 868-2600 ext. 259 or email admission@goodpasture.org to learn more about GCS.
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN THE CATHOLIC TRADITION Call (615) 865-1491 today for more information or to schedule a private tour. 1225 Gallatin Road, South Madison, Tennessee 37115 www.stjosephnashville.org
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The Home Show
The Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee hosts this event showcasing what’s new in home improvement, remodeling and redecorating. All ages. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; Sat 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $10 adults, free ages 12 and younger; hbamt.org.
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A night of folk/pop/rock music. All ages. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $45 - $75; 615889-3060 or ryman.com.
Creative Zone: Button Bling
Get creative and design a button/medallion that represents you, whether it echoes an artist you like, a place you’ve been or your favorite artifact in the museum. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free 5 and younger); 615-416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.
NHL All-Star Weekend
The Circle Players present Sister Act the Musical, Jan. 15 - 31, at TSU’s Performing Arts Center.
ON STAGE opera
The NHL All-Star game is today. The festivities also include meeting NHL mascots, live music nightly, picture ops with the Stanley Cup, a hockey skills zone, meet and greets with players, a kids’ zone and more. All ages. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville (the game’s at Bridgestone Arena); 9 a.m.; $221 - $321 (Fan Fair Zone is $20 adults, $15 kids); bridgestonearena.com.
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FREE Organ Concert
Jan. 28 - 30 Ages 13 & older The Theater Bug, 4809 Gallatin Pike, Nashville; Thu - Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 & 7 p.m.; $15; thetheaterbug.org.
Organist Nicholas Bergin performs a solo recital featuring music by Buxtehude, Bach and Mendelssohn. All ages. First Presbyterian Church, 4815 Franklin Pike, Nashville; 4 p.m.; 615-298-9517 or music. fpcnashville.org.
The Home Show
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Jan. 22 - 26; All ages Nashville Opera at TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Fri 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m., Tue 7 p.m.; $26 - $117; 615-782-4040 or nashvilleopera.org.
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Aladdin Jr.
Jan. 16 - 24 All ages Act Too Players at The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; Sat 4 & 7 p.m. (4 p.m. only Jan. 23), Sunday, Jan. 17
at 1 & 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 24 at 2 p.m.; $13 - $25; franklintheatre.com.
Around the World in 80 Days
Friday, Jan. 15 All ages Act Too Players at The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 7 p.m.; $13 - $25; franklintheatre.com.
Sat 1 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.; $13 $25; franklintheatre.com.
The Flu Season
Jan. 15 - 30; Ages 12 & older Act 1 at Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Pike, Nashville; Thu - Sun 7:30 p.m.; $15; act1online.com.
Into the Woods
Jan. 23 - 24 Ages 13 and older Act Too Players at The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; Sat 7 p.m., Sun 5 p.m.; $13 $25; franklintheatre.com.
Jan. 8 - 24 Ages 8 and older Center for the Arts, 110 W. College St., Murfreesboro; Fri 7:30 p.m., Sat 2 & 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $15.50 adults, $13.50 students, $11.50 children; 615-904-2787 or boroarts.org.
Cinderella
Matilda the Musical
Catch Me If You Can
Jan. 14 - Feb. 7 All ages Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville; 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 14, Sat - Sun 2 p.m. thereafter; $20 adults, $15 children; 615-2524675 or nashvillect.org.
Dinosaurs Before Dark
Jan. 23 - 24 All ages Act Too Players at The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin;
Jan. 26 - 31 All ages TPAC’s Broadway Series at Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Tue - Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 & 8 p.m., Sun 1 & 6:30 p.m.; $35 - $75; 615-782-4040 or tpac.org.
Rumors
Jan. 29 - Feb. 7 Ages 10 & older Encore Theatre Company,
6978 Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15; 615-598-8950 or encore-theatre-company.org.
Sister Act the Musical
Jan. 15 - 31 Ages 10 and older Circle Players at TSU’s Performing Arts Center, Almeda Street, Nashville; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $18 adults, $15 students (Thursdays are pay-what-you-can nights); circleplayers.net.
Twelfth Night
Jan. 8 - 31; Ages 10 and older Nashville Shakespeare Festival at Belmont University’s Troutt Theater, 2112 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $27 in advance/$30 at the door adults, $15 advance/$18 door students; nashvilleshakes.org.
A Year with Frog and Toad Kids
Jan. 16 - 17 All ages Act Too Players at The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; Sat 1 p.m., Sun 4 p.m.; $13 $25; franklintheatre.com.
ongoing ONGOING davidson county BounceU
Bounce on inflatables at 2990 Sidco Drive; 615-255-1422 or bounceu.com. Open play times are Tue - Fri 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 3 - 6 p.m., Sat 8:30 - 10 a.m. Cost is $7.95 ($6.95 siblings); cosmic glow-in-the-dark bounces are Mon 3 - 6 p.m. and Fri 6:30 p.m. Cost is $8 ($7 siblings).
FREE Brilliant Sky Storytime
Stories and sing-alongs take place every Friday at 10:30 a.m. at 2002 Richard Jones Road, Ste. B-100, Nashville; 615-800-7754 or nashvilletoystore.com.
Centennial Sportsplex
Public skate sessions, aquatics and more at 222 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 615-862-8480 or nashville.org/sportsplex.
Ford Ice Center
The Learn to Skate program is available to all ages. Eight-week sessions take place Tue or Thu at 5:30 p.m. or Sat at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $120. Public ice-skating sessions take place Saturdays from 12:45 - 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 - 11 p.m. as well as Sundays from 12:15 - 3:30 p.m. and 6:15 - 9:30 p.m. Cost is $7 adults, $6 youth ($3 skate rental). Located at 5264 Hickory Hollow Place, Antioch; 615-742-4399 or fordicecenter.com.
Gymboree Play & Music
A variety of classes for ages birth - 5 years include playtime, music, art, fitness and more at 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 180, Nashville; 615-221-9004 or gymboreeclasses.com.
Monkey Joe’s
This inflatable play center is located at 1580 Gallatin Pike N., Madison; Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. 6 p.m.; $9 Mon - Thu, $10 Fri - Sun (ages 2 and younger
are $5.50); 615-915-0561 or monkeyjoes.com.
Opry at the Ryman
Country stars bring the Grand Ole Opry back to the “motherchurch of country music” Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays through Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; $48 - $60; 615-889-3060 or ryman.com.
FREE Parnassus Storytime
All ages can enjoy storytime activities every Thursday at 3:30 p.m. and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville; 615-953-2243 or parnassusbooks.net.
rutherford county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime
Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 615-895-8580 or bn.com.
FREE Books-A-Million
Preschool storytime is the first Friday at 10:30 a.m.; members of the Linebaugh Library present a story and puppet show on the first Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at 1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 615-995-7112 or booksamillion.com.
BounceU
Bounce on inflatables at 1222 Park Ave., Murfreesboro; 615893-8386 or bounceu.com. Call for open bounce and preschool play date times.
Discovery Center at Murfree Spring
502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; $8; 615-890-2300 or explorethedc.org; Ongoing programs: • Animal Antics Wed at 4 p.m. All ages. Meet one of the center’s resident animals • Crafternoons Thu at 3:30 p.m. All ages. Supervised art activities
• Nature Nuts Thu at 4 p.m. All ages. Enjoy nature activities • Science a la Carte Fri at 4 p.m. All ages. Conduct science experiments with the staff • Shake, Rattle & Roll Fri at 3:30 p.m. All ages. Explore percussion instruments • Snack Attack Mon at 4 p.m. All ages. Healthy snack making in the kitchen • SPARK! Mon - Tue at 9 a.m. Ages 5 and younger. Stories and learning programs. $1 extra
Jumper’s Playhouse
Inflatable fun at 6600 New Nashville Hwy., Smyrna; 615-220-7575 or jumpersplayhouse.com. Call for open bounce and toddler storytime information.
Patterson Park Community Center
521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 615-893-7439 or mufreesborotn.gov/parks; Ongoing programs: • Busy Bees Tue and Thu from 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. Ages 3 - 5. Learn to follow directions, improve coordination and sportsmanship. $3 • FITMommy Tuesdays from 10 - 10:45 a.m. Prenatal moms, postpartum moms and moms with babies/ toddlers welcome. $4
Perform Murfreesboro
Several classes and performing arts opportunities for kids includes a Children’s Choir, Poetry Class, Creative Writing Class, Dance Class, Intro to Theatre, Set Design and more. All activities take place at The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; ages and times vary; admission is free with a Perform Murfreesboro membership; 615-867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Sports*Com
2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 615-895-5040 or mufreesborotn.gov/parks; Ongoing programs: • Toddler Time with Thomas Fridays at 10 a.m. Ages 5 and younger. Playtime
with focus on body part recognition, cognitive skill development and fun. $3 • Youth Volleyball Thursdays from 4:30 - 6 p.m. for ages 8 - 15; $3
sumner county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime
Stories and related activities for all ages every Tue and Sat at 11 a.m. at 300 Indian Lakes Blvd., Hendersonville; 615-2640183 or bn.com.
Hoppity Hop Inflatable Play Center Bounce on inflatable structures at 143 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville; call or check website for open play times; $6 ages 1 - 3, $8 ages 4 and older; 615-265-8020 or hoppityhop-inflatableplaycenter. com.
williamson county A-Game Sports Complex
Open skate lessons, laser chase, special events, fitness classes and sports for kids. Located at 215 Gothic Court, Franklin; 615-771-2444 or goagame.com.
FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime
Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 1701 Mallory Lane, Brentwood; 615-377-9979 or bn.com.
FREE Books-A-Million
Preschool storytime is Tue and Sat at 10:30 a.m. at 1040 Crossings Blvd., Spring Hill; 931-486-0113.
FREE Lifeway Christian Store
Ages 2 - 8 can enjoy stories and songs every Friday at 10 a.m. at 1725 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 615-771-9050.
Monkey Joe’s
This inflatable play center is located at 1648 Westgate Cir., Brentwood; Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. ($9), Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. ($10), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. ($10); ages 2 and younger are $6; 615-377-5900 or monkeyjoes.com.
Monkey’s Treehouse
An indoor play center located at 91 Seaboard Lane, Brentwood; open play times are Mon/ Wed/Fri 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thu 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $8 ages 1 - 8; 615-942-7911 or themonkeystreehouse.com.
Music City Roots
Jim Lauderdale hosts this evening of live music featuring bands of different genres every Wednesday at 7 p.m. All ages. Liberty Hall at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; $10; musiccityroots.com.
My Gym Brentwood
Pay-to-play, open gym and Saturday morning class times at 330 Franklin Road, call 615-371-5437 or visit my-gym. com/brentwood.
Pump It Up Play Time
Open jump times are Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. for preschoolers, Thu 5 - 8 p.m. and Fri 1 - 4 p.m. ages 12 and younger, and all school holidays 1 - 4 p.m. ages 12 and younger. Pump It Up, 7104 Crossroads Blvd., Ste. 128, Brentwood; $8 per child; 615373-8340 or pumpitupparty. com.
Franklin on Foot Children’s Tours
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Brehm Prep School Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp The Goddard School Cedar Lake Camp Whippoorwill Farm Day Camp Harding Academy Summer Programs YMCA Camp Ocoee McCallie Sports Camp Riverview Camp for Girls Barefoot Republic Wehakee Camp for Girls Watkins Summer Art Camp Mr. Bond The Science Guy Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary Let It Shine Gymnastics Camp Walkabout Christ Presbyterian Academy Summer Franklin School of Performing Arts Camp Warner Park Programs Nashville Christian School Indian Creek Camp Camp Juliette Low Montgomery Bell Academy University School of Nashville YMCA Camp Widjiwagan (day and Great Smoky Mountain Institute at Vanderbilt Rec/Camp Vandy Tremont overnight camps) YMCA Camp Ocoee YMCA Day Camps Montgomery Bell Academy Horton Haven Christian Camp YMCA Summer Adventure Deer Run Camps & Retreats Franklin Road Academy Summer Camps Camp Woodmont Camp Idyllwild Camp YI Ann Carroll School of Dance Skyland Camp for Girls Booth space still available! Call 615-256-2158 ext. 130 to book your space.
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These events require advance registration. Call ahead to reserve your child’s spot!
Centennial Sportsplex 222 25th Ave. N., Nashville 615-778-9825 nashvilleskatingacademy@gmail.com
• Learn to Ice Skate Tue/Thu or Sat, Jan. 5 - Feb. 20. All skill levels can learn to ice skate whether their goal is figure skating or hockey. Ages 3 and older. Tue/Thu 5:45 - 6:45 p.m., Sat 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. $150 for seven classes, $275 for all
The Curious Kitchen 1602 W. Northfield Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-956-6077 • thecuriouskitchen.net • Beginner’s Series for Kids & Teens Saturdays, Jan. 16 - 30. Learn cooking basics while working with different food groups and techniques each week. Ages 6 - 14. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. $150
Discovery Center at Murfree Spring 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro 615-890-2300 • explorethedc.org Kids can have fun during the free Groundhog Day Celebration at The Wilderness Station on Saturday, Jan. 30. Call ahead to reserve a spot! A-Game Skate Academy 215 Gothic Court, Franklin 615-778-9825 agameskateacademy.com
• Homeschool Ice Skating Classes Wednesdays, Jan. 6 - Feb. 3. Group lessons for homeschool students. Ages 6 and older. 1- 2 p.m. $60 • Learn to Ice Skate Mon/Thu or Sat, Jan. 4 - Feb. 20. All skill levels can learn to ice skate whether their goal is figure skating or hockey. Ages 3 and older. Tue/Thu 5:45 - 6:45 p.m., Sat 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. $150 for seven classes, $275 for all
All Blessings International 1650 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin 615-905-6586 • allblessings.org
• FREE Adoption Information Meeting Thursday, Jan. 28. Learn about the process and different adoption programs for domestic and international adoptions. Adults. 6:30 p.m.
American Girl Store at CoolSprings Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin 877-247-5223 • americangirl.com
• Meal & Memories with Mom Saturday, Jan. 23. Moms and daughters can enjoy a meal, play dice games and create crafts. Ages 8 and older. Available during Bistro hours. $38 per person
Blakemore United Methodist Church 3601 West End Ave., Nashville 615-390-3207 inharmonymusicmidtn.com/tryout-class • FREE Music for Baby’s Day Wednesday, Jan. 13. An
introductory music-and-movement class that supports early development. Ages 0 - 8 months with a parent. 9 a.m.
BounceU Nashville 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville bounceu.com/nashville-tn
• Parents’ Night Out Fridays, Jan. 1 - 29. Kids can have fun bouncing and playing while Mom and Dad enjoy a night out. Ages 3 - 12 (must be potty trained). 5 - 9 p.m. $25
Brentwood Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood 615-371-0090, ext. 8290 chappella@brentwood-tn.org
• FREE After-School Explorers Tuesdays, Jan. 5 - 26. Explore the world through books, games, activities and crafts. Grades K - 2. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. • FREE Brentwood Bunch Book Club Friday, Jan. 22. Read excerpts from and discuss The Vengekeep Prophecies by Brian Farrey. Grades 3 - 5. 4:30 5:30 p.m. • FREE Lego Mania Friday, Jan. 8 (ages 6 - 7); Friday, Jan. 15 (ages 8 - 12). Unleash your creativity and have fun building with LEGOs. 4:30 - 6 p.m. • Scholastic Chess Club Friday, Jan. 29. Two chess coaches from Nashville Chess Center teach beginning, intermediate and advance strategies. Boards provided. Ages 7 - 12. 4:30 - 6 p.m. $10 instructor fee • Twisting Time Yoga Thursdays, Jan. 14 & 28. This class fosters coordination, cooperation, concentration with silly fun. Grades K - 5. 5:15 - 6 p.m. $5 instructor fee
• Parents’ Night Out Saturday, Jan. 23. While Mom and Dad enjoy an evening to themselves, kids can learn about freezing temperatures and how polar bears survive in the arctic. Dinner provided. Ages 4 12. 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. $20 ($15 siblings)
Ford Ice Center 5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Antioch 615-742-4399 • fordicecenter.com
• FREE Get Out and Learn! Mondays, Jan. 18 - Feb. 8. Introductory hockey training for boys and girls. No prior hockey/skating experience required. Equipment provided. Ages 5 - 8. 5:15 - 6 p.m.
Heaven Sent Children 1800 S. Rutherford Blvd., Ste. 201 Murfreesboro 615-893-0803 heavensentchildren.com
• FREE Adoption 101 Monday, Jan. 11. Learn about the types of adoption, the process and more. Adults. 6 - 8 p.m.
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• FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop Saturday, Jan. 2. Build a Kung Fu Panda 3 spinning box. Ages 5 - 12. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Longview Recreation Center 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill 615-790-5719, ext. 2010 wcparksandrec.com • A Night at the Ball Saturday, Jan. 30. Event registration code is #5845. Dads and daughters can enjoy a night of dancing, games, refreshments, photos and more. Ages 4 - 12. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $18 per couple, $6 each additional girl
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Parent Planner Music City Archery 5011 Walkup Road, Pegram 615-566-5187 • musiccityarchery.com • Archery Homeschool Day Friday, Jan. 8. Learn archery with certified instructors at the indoor range. Ages 8 and older. 2 - 3 p.m. $8
Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood 615-370-4672 • owlshill.org
• FREE Family Geocaching Saturday, Jan. 23. Use a GPS or smartphone to find hidden containers with new sites set up in the woods. All ages. 1 - 3 p.m. • Knee-High Naturalist: Animals that Play in the Snow Jan. 5 or 6. Bundle up for an outdoor excursion looking for animal tracks in the snow — if there’s no snow, kids will make tracks of their own. Ages 3 - 5 with a parent. 10 - 11:30 a.m. $10 adult/child pair, $7 each additional person
Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-893-7439 murfreesborotn.gov/parks
• Homeschool P.E. Class Tue & Thu. Participate in various physical education activities. Ages 6 - 13. 12 - 12:50 p.m. or 1 - 1:50 p.m. $3 • Movers and Shakers Wed & Fri. This parent-tot class is designed to get you moving while engaging gross motor skills. Ages 1 - 2 years. 10:30 - 11 a.m. $3 • Twist and Shout Wed & Fri. Run, jump and play while learning balance, coordination, listening and taking turns. Ages 3 - 5. 11:05 - 11:45 a.m. $3
Renee’s Groove Room 3668-A Central Pike, Hermitage 615-390-3207 inharmonymusicmidtn.com/ tryout-class
• FREE Music Together Try-Out Class Friday, Jan. 8. Music, movement and instrument play. Ages 6 months - 5 years with a parent. 10 - 10:45 a.m.
Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St., Nashville 615-862-8539 • nashville.gov/parks
• FREE Birds of a Feather: Around the World Saturday, Jan. 16. Learn about different species of birds that indigenous people around the world have held high. All ages. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
These events require advance registration. Call ahead to reserve your child’s spot!
• FREE Color Me Happy Wednesday, Jan. 6. Discover how colors symbolize emotions, times of the day and year, plants and animals and more during this coloring workshop with crayons and coloring sheets. Ages 21 and older. 6 - 7 p.m. • FREE Owl Prowl Friday, Jan. 29. Take a quiet walk in the dark, looking and listening for owls while learning about owl activity in the winter months. All ages. 5:30 - 7 p.m. • FREE Poetry in the Park: The Art of Writing Haiku Poetry Saturday, Jan. 23. This afternoon class covers the history of haiku poetry, a traditional Japanese style characterized by short length, specific number of syllables and poignant imagery. Ages 13 and older. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Scat Scoot Saturday, Jan. 16. Hike the paved and primitive trails searching for “proof” of wildlife activity by way of deer, coyote and bird poop. All ages. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Tracks & Traces Saturday, Jan. 30. Learn about the tracks and signs common critters in the park leave behind. All ages. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Turtle Tracks Wednesday, Jan. 20. Meet the center’s resident box turtle and learn about a day in his life. Ages 3 - 5. 10 - 11 a.m. • FREE Where Am I? Intro to Navigation Saturday, Jan. 9. Discuss topics regarding locating where you are and where you want to go with hands-on activities using maps, compasses and more. All ages. 1:30 - 4 p.m.
Sports*Com 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro 615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov/parks
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Class Jan. 14 - 17. Learn skills and knowledge to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. Ages 15 and older. 5 - 9 p.m. Jan 14 - 15, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Jan. 16, 1 - 5 p.m. Jan. 17. $175 • Tumbleweeds Mon & Wed. Learn tumbling basics. Ages 3 - 5. 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. $3 • Water Polo Tue & Thu. An aquatic sport in the deep end of the pool. Ages 13 and older. 7 - 8:45 p.m. $3 adults, $2 youth • Youth Volleyball Thursdays. Volleyball for beginners to advanced players. Ages 8 - 15. 4:30 - 6 p.m. $3
Warner Park Nature Center 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville 615-352-6299 • nashville.gov/parks
• FREE Calm, Quiet and Still Hike Saturday, Jan. 9. Embark on a hike around the one-mile loop taking in the dormant phase of nature. Ages 14 and older. 2 - 3 p.m.
• FREE Create a Naturalist’s Journal Saturday, Jan. 23. Find out why journaling is beneficial, then make a small journal of your own while hearing form a dedicated naturalist/journal keeper.
• FREE Coffee Social Saturday, Jan. 23. Enjoy an early morning with shade-grown coffee or tea while visiting with the staff. All ages. 7 - 9 a.m.
• FREE Greenhouse Growers Saturday, Jan. 30. Learn about what the park grows in its greenhouse, planting methods and more. All ages. 10 - 11 a.m. • FREE Nature Storytime Fridays, Jan. 8 & 22. Enjoy nature-themed books and stories. Ages 3 - 5. 10:30 - 11 a.m. • FREE Oh, But it’s Cold Outside Saturday, Jan. 9. Discover how the park animals adapt to the cold Janu-
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ary weather during this outdoor exploration. All ages. 10 - 11:30 a.m. • FREE Winter Bird Banding Tuesdays, Jan. 5, 12 & 26. Observe and learn about bird banding during this research project. All ages. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Winter Trail Treasures Saturday, Jan. 16. Explore winter’s treasures along the trails of the park. All ages. 10 - 11:30 a.m.
The Wilderness Station 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro 615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov/parks
• Basic Dog Obedience Class Saturdays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 13. Learn basic obedience commands like sit, down, stay, leave it, come and more. Socialization is encouraged with both people and other puppies. For dogs 12 weeks and older with vaccinations. 9 - 10 a.m. $120 • FREE Groundhog Day Celebration Saturday, Jan. 30. Enjoy groundhog stories and folklore, a puppet show, “underground” activities, a craft and hike. Ages 3 - 8. 2 p.m. • Tales and Trails Every Wednesday. Enjoy stories about Tennessee wildlife while hiking the trails. Ages 4 - 7 with a parent. 10:30 a.m. $3 • Wild Things Every Wednesday. An introduction to the wonders of nature through songs, hikes, crafts and more. Ages 1 - 4 with a parent. 9:30 a.m. $3
Williams-Sonoma at the Mall at Green Hills 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville 615-292-5066 • williams-sonoma.com
• FREE Junior Chef Classes Every Saturday. Each week features a different cooking topic for kids. Ages 5 13. 10 a.m.
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Tuesday, Jan. 5. Submit event info to: chad@daycommedia.com
All events must be submitted in writing in a copy/paste format (Word doc or in the e-mail body). Include highresolution photos (300 dpi) for consideration in print and online. Include: Event Name • Date Time • Venue (with street address and ZIP) Ages • Event description Admission fee Is advance registration required? Contact info for publishing
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2:00 to 4:00 p.m. MARCH 6 • APRIL 10 MAY 15 GUIDED WALKING TOUR and Meet Some of the SUMMER STAFF
Camps.DeerRunRetreat.org • 615.794.2918 35 miles south of Nashville, TN • 10 miles from downtown Franklin, TN
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Summer 2016 Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth
Developing Talent in gifted students... ...and those who work with them
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Ready Set Show Camp Lego WeDo Camp Lego Mindstorms Camp Extreme Science Camp Softball Camp Soccer Camp Baseball Camp Girls Basketball Camp Boys Basketball Camp Volleyball Camp Cheer Camp Football Camp Tennis Camp check out goodpasture.org for more camp options
Building Confidence, Intellectual Growth, and Spiritual Strength 619 DUE WEST AVE., MADISON, TN 37115
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Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth
Brehm Preparatory School Summer Program 950 Brehm Lane, Carbondale IL 618-457-0371 brehm.org
Brehm’s Summer Scenario: Self-Reliance is an epic, open-ended, multi-player experiential learning adventure where participants discover their own strengths as they play essential roles for their tribes in quests and challenges. Through individualized and shared adventures, players explore the environment; learn about sustainability; develop basic survival skills; explore their environment; and delve into academics, assistive technology, art and experiential learning while getting to know their fellow players and uniting as tribes.
The Goddard School® 1101 Moher Blvd., Franklin 98 Moss Lane, Franklin 108 Cinema Drive, Hendersonville goddardschool.com
615-595-2525 615-538-2410 615-822-9300
The Goddard School’s summer camp curriculum incorporates STEAM learning (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) into exciting, one-of-a-kind and fun experiences for your child every day! We offer a broad range of programs and mini-camps to pique the interest and curiosity of every child.
University School of Nashville 2000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville usn.org/summer • jkleiner@email.usn.org
615-321-8016
Make USN Summer Camps your choice for a fun, enriching experience this summer. Many of our camps are led by USN faculty members who bring their expertise and varied passions to diverse programming in sports, academics, the arts, and technology. Flexible morning and afternoon scheduling allows either whole-day or half-day experiences. After-care provided from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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 meed 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.
ANIMALS, EQUESTRIAN Cub Creek Science Camp 16795 State Route E, Rolla, MO mosciencecamp.com • office@bearriverranch.com
573-458-2125
Ages 7 - 17. A sleep-away camp with its own zoo! Feed lemurs, zoom down a zip-line, and take classes in veterinary medicine, animal care, survival skills, crime science, archery, culinary science, arts and crafts. Air conditioned cabins. ACA accredited. For more adventure, check out our sister camp – Animal Camp Jamaica!
Peachtree Farms Equestrian Center 4819 Hwy 96 E, Arrington peachtreefarms.com • polly@peachtreefarms.com
615-419-1089
Saddle up and ride! Our equestrian camp provides extensive time with horses. Campers learn life skills through caring for and communicating with horses. We teach safe and correct riding skills. Beginner to advanced, English or Western. Half-day camps for ages 4 - 8, full-day for ages 6 and older. After-care is available. Weekly camps in June and July. CHA approved facility and U.S. Pony Club Center. continued on page 74 ...
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Valley View Equestrian Camp
Summer Camps 2016
606 Valley View Ranch Road, Cloudland, GA valleyviewranch.com
706-862-2231
Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! A’top Lookout Mountain, for 50 girls ages 8 - 17. One to 9 weeks. 600 acres. English, Western, barrels, vaulting, and trails. CHA instructors teach beginner to advanced riders. Spend 4 - 6 hours daily with your OWN camp horse. The Jones family are third generation horse lovers, camp administrators, and equine educators making girls dreams come true!
ARTS Dance in Bloom 7982 Coley Davis Road, Nashville danceinbloom.com • info@danceinbloom.com
615-662-4819
Located just of I-40W in Bellevue, Dance in Bloom offers classes for ages 2 and up in the disciplines of ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, acro, cheer and new athletic boys dance. Classes are up-beat and fun! Ask about our birthday parties! Voted #1 Dance Studio by Nashville Parent readers!
Elite Dance Academy 7177 Nolensville Road, Ste. B-1 & B-2, Nolensville elitedanceandfitness.com
615-776-4202
Voted Best Dance Instruction in the 2015 Best of Parenting. We are a family oriented studio that prides itself on quality dance instruction in a positive and uplifting environment. Our emphasis is on teaching age appropriate material to the recreational dancer as well as training for the seriously committed student. We offer dance, cheer, and performing arts camps. Full- and half-day camps.
Hendersonville Arts Council at Monthaven Mansion
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FRACamps.com | 615-369-4546
4700 Franklin Road Nashville, TN 37220
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville hendersonvillearts.org
615-822-0789
Sign up now for the After School Arts program, September through May. Classes are held Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Registration and more information on our website.
Mobile Music Academy mobilemusicacademy.com • info@mobilemusicacademy.com
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.
The Music Class 5000 Thoroughbred Lane, Brentwood Satellite locations in Belle Meade and Franklin themusicclass.com/nashville • info@themusicclass.com
615-777-9314
Early childhood music program for parents and children ages birth - 5 yrs. Help your young child achieve his or her full musical potential with this innovative, developmental music and movement program. Parent and child classes are playful and creative and each family receives the acclaimed CDs and songbooks. Classes meet weekday and weekend mornings. Call or visit our website for current schedule and session pricing or to find out about our birthday parties and moms’ group events.
Nashville Children’s Theatre 25 Middleton St., Nashville nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
615-254-9103
Founded in 1931, NCT is the country’s oldest professional theater for youth and was ranked as one of the top five children’s theaters by Time magazine. NCT presents age-appropriate plays from the classics to contemporary. Saturday drama workshops are offered for children of various ages. For more information about drama workshops, visit our website or call the theater.
Rock Zone Music After-School Program & Camp 11902 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet rockzoneafterschool.com • contact@rockzonemusic.com
615-562-0070
Looking for something fun and different to do after school or this summer? Rock Zone School of Music is a place where kids get full access to daily group music instruction. Rock Zone’s vans pick up at schools in Donelson, Mt. Juliet, Hermitage, and Old Hickory. Grades K - 9. No musical background required. Snacks provided daily.
School of Nashville Ballet 3630 Redmon St., Nashville 500 Wilson Pike Circle, Ste. 119, Brentwood nashvilleballet.com
615-297-2966 ext. 20
School of Nashville Ballet offers the highest quality of training for children and adults of all ages. Artistic director Paul Vasterling leads an outstanding faculty comprised of highly respected professional teachers from around the world, providing a complete dance experience that is challenging and fun for all students, whether they simply love to dance or aspire to a professional career. Students may have the opportunity to perform in Nashville Ballet productions.
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FITNESS/SPORTS The Ascent 831 Park Ave., Murfreesboro climbyourrock.com • info@climbyourrock.com
615-796-6545
The Ascent is proud to introduce Kids Rock, an instructional program offered once a week to grades 1 - 5, which focuses them both mentally and physically. Participants actively learn self-confidence, problem solving, focus, determination through various goals and challenges, while also having fun and staying fit. Visit our website for more information and to register.
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.
615-377-1100 615-824-9111 615-547-1754 615-754-6878
Voted the #1 martial arts school in Williamson, Sumner and Wilson counties for 10 years in a row. 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.
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Peachtree Farms, LLC Learning Life’s lessons through horses
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Over 50 years of teaching children correct riding skills (control of horse and safety) and basic horsemanship (care and knowledge of the horse) in a safe and fun environment Our programs are designed to: enrich children’s lives, build self-esteem, and teach responsibility for themselves, their pony/horse, and their own actions.
615-419-1089 | www.peachtreefarms.com Highway 96 Arrington, TN East of I-65, South Brentwood - Wilson Pike
United States Pony Club Riding Center and AARS certified programsLessons, Camps, Clinics, Sales & Consulting, Parties & Pony Rides
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.
Mpact Sports 121 Seaboard Lane, Franklin mpactgymnastics.com
615-377-3444
Come visit our newly renovated facility! We have doubled our size and opportunities with the merging of our taekwondo school and Franklin Taekwondo, the addition of HisTown Dance Studio and Shawn Hammonds JiuJitsu. Offering a wide variety of sports and arts, we accommodate different levels of abilities, all with moms and busy schedules in mind. Martial arts, gymnastics, Xtreme tumbling, tumbling, boxing, Fight Club (a Taebo-style class), weapons, self-defense, privates, parties and Nerf Wars!
My Gym 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood my-gym.com/brentwood
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 onegoalsports.net • admin@onegoalsports.net
615-896-7309
A non-profit, community-based sports league existing to provide quality sports programming for families in a fun, Christian environment. Now registering for spring soccer, summer t-ball, summer coach pitch, summer flag football and others. Visit our website for more information.
Showtime Sports Academy 119 Seaboard Lane, Franklin showtimesportsacademy.com • jimmy@showtimesportsacademy.com
615-373-1105
Showtime Sports Academy is Middle Tennessee’s largest indoor sports training facility. We offer multiple camps throughout the year designed to give kids a fun and active experience.
Elite Dance
Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center 2700 Children’s Way, Nashville 615-343-6627 vanderbilt.edu/recreationandwellnesscenter/youth • campvandy@vanderbilt.edu
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Our youth programs are designed to help your child learn, grow, and stay fit. Whether it’s enjoying activities at Camp Vandy, our summer day camp, learning the basics in swim school, or enhancing skills with the Acorns Youth Swim Team, we have programs you are sure to love!
Wado Karate Centers 2444 Morris Gentry Blvd., Antioch (ages 5 and up) 406 Two Mile Pike, Goodlettsville (ages 3 and up) 550 Sam Ridley Pkwy. W, Smyrna (ages 5 and up) wadokaratecenters.com • orileykarate.com
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Kids and adults. Designed to instill self-control, self-confidence and boost self-esteem. Our classes are the product of more than 40 years of refinement and offer life skills along with karate skills. Check us out on the web or call for more information.
NATURE Camp Bells Bend and Beaman Bells Bend Outdoor Center, 4187 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville
615-856-4772
Experience two of Nashville’s Metro parks in one camp! Camp Bells Bend and Beaman provides outdoor adventures for children ages 6 - 12. Day campers are grouped with well-trained, energetic, and caring counselors who will foster a sense of appreciation of the parks and the outdoors. Let the adventure begin! Mon. - Wed. at Bells Bend Outdoor Center, Thu. and Fri. at Beaman Park Nature Center.
Camp Warner Park 7199 Hwy 100, Nashville campwarnerpark.com • director@campwarnerpark.com
615-856-4772
Summer is better in Nashville’s largest Metro park! Camp Warner Park connects children with nature through outdoor learning and play. Day campers will be grouped with qualified, energetic, and passionate counselors who will foster a sense of appreciation of the parks and the outdoors. Let the adventure begin!
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CampVandy Summer 2016 Vanderbilt Swim School Summer Day Camp For Ages 4–13 May 30–July 29
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• Weekly themed camps for a variety of interests • Special guest appearances and activities • Early care and after care available
• Group and private lessons available • Morning, afternoon, and evening classes
CampVandy W.I.L.D. for Ages 13–15 July 11–15 Teens explore Middle Tennessee wilderness areas with: • Hiking • Flat water boating • Rock climbing • High ropes course • Zip lining
Acorns Swim Team For Ages 4–18 May 30–July 15 • Fun-filled, yet competitive, swim experience • Morning and afternoon sessions • Focused on stroke and endurance techniques
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Mr. Bond and the Science Guys mrbondscienceguy.com 615-573-2702
Mr. Bond and the Science Guys have another summer of fun and educational SCIENCE CAMPS planned for your future scientist! With multiple choices for location and theme, we have a day camp your child will love. Our week-long camps offer the opportunity for inquiry-based experimentation. Perfect for grades K - 6.
Boys and Girls ages 8-18
TRADITIONAL CAMPS Camp Cursader - Hendersonville Christian Academy 355 Old Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville crusaderkidscom • wslater@hcacrusaderscom
615-824-1550
Parents appreciate our pay-by-the-day plan. There is no need to commit to full weeks during the summer. We provide a clean t-shirt each day and clean towels on pool days. Lunch and snacks are included in the daily rate. Campers take fun-filled field trips every day.
Camp Idyllwild 3139 Blue Buck Creek Road, Duck River campidyllwild.com • campidyllwild@gmail.com
615-541-9453
Campers here have been doing what they want, when they want, for how long they want everyday since 2008. Camp takes place on a secluded rural private 30-acre property with two pristine spring-fed creeks, wooded hiking paths and plenty of indoor and outdoor activities to choose from all day long. Full-day week-long camp sessions; daily round-trip transportation; healthy and organic wholesome snacks; low camper to counselor ratio; $30 early registration discount ends Mar.1. Register online (Visa, MC, AmEx). Enrollment for summer has started, and capacity is limited!
Mtn Biking Archery Crafts Swimming Zipline Canoeing Bible Lessons Climbing Walls
Camp Juliette Low 321 Camp Juliette Low Road, Cloudland, GA cjlorg • info@cjl.org
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770-428-1062
CJL is an independent, residential summer camp for girls ages 7 - 17. Campers live in platform tents and enjoy traditional camp activities that emphasize outdoor living skills and recreation, including canoeing, ropes course, archery, and horseback. CJL provides exciting, outdoor experiences that foster self-confidence, independence, teamwork, and leadership. One- and two-week sessions available. ACA Accredited.
Conveniently located 1 hour south of Nashville
(931) 364-7656 hortonhaven.org
Camp Walkabout 171 Baylor School Road, Chattanooga 423-267-8506 ext. 827 baylorschool.org/campwalkabout • badams@baylorschool.org
Chattanooga’s premier outdoor camp! Come enjoy adventures in Outdoor magazine’s “Best Town Ever.” Camp Walkabout is a no-experience necessary avenue to the best summer ever!
Camp WeHaKee N8104 Barker Lake Road, Winter, WI wehakeecampforgirls.com
800-582-2267
Have fun, build friendships, be yourself! More than 40 activities that each girl chooses. Campers from around the world. Exceptional staff! At the heart of WeHaKee is relationship. Just three hours from Minneapolis in Northern Wisconsin!
Camp Woodmont 381 Moonlight Drive, Cloudland, GA campwoodmont.com • alyson@campwoodmont.com
423-472-6070
Camp Woodmont is a traditional, overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6 - 14. Just 30 minutes from Chattanooga TN, Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, high ropes/climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery, and more. Founded on Christian principles in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and memories. Open House May 15, 2- 5 p.m.
Deer Run Camps and Retreats 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station camps.deerrunretreat.org • contact@deerrunretreat.org
615-794-2918
Overnight Camps – 100 wooded acres. Build relationships, character, confidence. Age-graded sessions for completion of grades 3 - 12. Registration includes ALL activities: horseback, giant swing, climbing tower, paintball, archery, BB guns, lake activities, cardboard boat regatta, small group Bible study, nightly speaker, and worship. Campers choose one track: fishing, percussion, drama, sports, horse care, and more. Day Camps – Voted best day camp. Age 5 yrs. - completed grade 8. 100 wooded acres. Build relationships, character, confidence. Registration includes ALL activities: lake activities, games, BB guns, archery, crafts, climbing tower, creek wading, songs, small group Bible study. Grades 6 - 8 Adventure Camp also includes outdoor education and survival skills — compass orienteering, tomahawk throwing, debris hut building, fire starting, knot tying. Extended care. Bus transportation.
2016 Science Camps Locations all over town! Great for girls and boys ages 5-12. Our brilliant hands-on science camps offer kids the time and opportunity for inquiry based science experimentation. Visit MrBondScienceGuy.com for more information!
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Franklin Road Academy Summer Programs 4700 Franklin Road, Nashville fracamps.com • fracamps@franklinroadacademy.com
615-369-4546
Whether it’s academic preparation, athletic skills training, arts and crafts, or all of the above, FRA is the place to be for summer fun! A wide variety of camps are offered for all ages (pre-K and up) in academics, arts, enrichments, and sports. Extended morning and afternoon services are available.
Goodpasture Summer Camps 619 Due West Avenue, Madison goodpasture.org
615-868-2600
Offering a variety of summer camps: Ready Set Show Camp, Lego WeDo Camp, Lego Mindstorms Camp, Extreme Science Camp, softball, soccer, baseball, girls and boys basketball, volleyball, cheer, football, and tennis. Check out our website for more camp options!
Harding Academy Summer Programs 170 Windsor Drive, Nashville hardingacademy.org • summer@hardingacademy.org
615-948-7005
Harding offers week-long day camps for children pre-K - grade 8. Camp offerings include theme days, storytelling, music, creative movement, math, science and language arts enrichment, water days, arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor play, and technology. Our popular athletic camps include volleyball, basketball, football, lacrosse, and soccer. All skill levels welcome. Camps run from Jun. 6 - Jul. 1 and July 11 - 29.
Horton Haven Christian Camp 3711 Reed Harris Road, Chapel Hill hortonhaven.org
Fun as BIG as all outdoors! This summer why not try something fun and adventurous in our overnight camps, like climbing, camping, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, caving, hiking, camping, and more?
931-364-7656
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.
Session 1: June 12 - 24, 2016 Session 2: July 3 - 15, 2016 Ages: 11 – 14
Riverview Camp for Girls 757 CR 614, Mentone, AL riverviewcamp.com • info@riverviewcamp.com
(423) 267- 8505 | www.baylorschool.org/summer
800-882-0722
Voted best sleep-away camp more than six times in the Best of Parenting reader’s poll. Only two hours away from Nashville. One- and two-week sessions available for girls 6 - 16. Members of Christian Camping International and accredited by AEE and ACA. Traditional camp activities offered and facilities include a heated pool, tennis courts, climbing tower, horseback riding, bathrooms and showers in all cabins and more. Campers select six activities to take daily. 5:1 camper-to-counselor ratio.
The Wave Day Camp at First Baptist Church Hendersonville 106 Bluegrass Commons Blvd., Hendersonville fbchendersonville.com/wave • daycamp@fbchtn.org
Imagine the perfect day, where adventure is at every turn and kids get to be kids. Registration begins on February 17, 2016
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Campers ages 6-14 choose how to spend their own day. Activities include, kayaking, creek play, horseback riding, arts & crafts, rappeling & climbing, archery and more! Transportation provided from various points around Nashville, Brentwood and Franklin. www.whippoorwill.com • camp@whippoorwill.com 7840 Whippoorwill Lane Fairview, TN 37062 • 615-799-9925
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The Wave provides an exciting, safe, Christ-centered camping environment for kids grade K - 8, Mon. - Fri., 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Each week has a unique theme highlighted by action-packed events including inflatable games, water games, our own Olympics, and more! Daily activities include music, culinary arts, library, art, and recreation.
Victory Ranch 4330 Mecklingburg Drive, Bolivar victoryranch.org • smith@victoryranch.org
731-659-2880
Christian (non-denominational), co-ed residential camp featuring one of the best facilities in the nation including an incredible outdoor adventure course, 20-stall barn, water activities, and much more all on 500 beautiful acres. All lodges are air-conditioned and incredibly comfortable. Camp staff hand-selected with a ratio of 3:1. Campers are loved, nurtured, challenged and have the time of their lives. Space is limited.
Whippoorwill Farm Day Camp 7840 Whippoorwill Lane, Fairview whippoorwill.com • camp@whippoorwill.com
615-799-9925
Voted one of the best camps in Nashville and a summer tradition for more than 40 years! Located in beautiful Williamson County, campers choose their own activities every day. Options include swimming, crafts, rope activities, archery, kayaking, nature explorations, canning, and more! Providing a fun and safe environment for campers rising grades 1 - 10. Bus transport provided and ACA accredited.
YMCA Camp Ocoee 111 YMCA Drive, Ocoee campocoee.com • info@campocoee.com
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 to staff ratio. Strong Christian environment. Activities include paintball, whitewater rafting, SUP, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking, camp-outs and many more.
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