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23 Local Briefs

Circle Players present Titanic the Musical, the Nashville Symphony announces its 2012/2013 season, Sumner Parent’s new Northeast Private School Fair and registration for the all-new ONLINE Cover Kids 2012 continues.

31 Giving Back

Nashville Kids Triathlon, the inaugural Cirque de Nash, Bully This! and the annual Cupcake-palooza.

32 Hot Stuff

Spring reads for children and parents.

growing up! 42 girl talk: raising daughters Parenting girls can be tricky. We explore what makes them tick, how to reach them and what to expect as they grow.

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35 Family Getaway

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36 how do you know when your family’s complete?

The top questions parents ask themselves when considering another baby.

39 babysitting exchanges

A little creativity and sharing can save you money and help you get those nights out you deserve.

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45 10 tips for local consignment shopping

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48 kids, resiliency & summer camp

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20 kids’ health

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EIGHT YEARS IN A ROW!!!

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Q aA mouthguard to play football, yet doesn’t to play baseball, soccer Hey Dr. Snodgrass and Dr. King, My 8 yr. old child has to wear

or basketball. Should he also wear a mouthguard while playing these sports?

Q A David J. Snodgrass Pediatric Dentist

John T. King Pediatric Dentist

Absolutely. In my opinion, in any organized athletic program where physical contact is expected, the child should be required to wear a protective mouthguard. If the sport or sponsors of the sport do not require a mouthguard then responsible parents should require the mouthguard be in place prior to the child participating in the sport. Injuries to permanent teeth are permanent. Enamel doesn’t grow back and teeth knocked out or knocked loose often require expensive crown and bridge work and/ or root canals to repair. Mouthguards are easily obtained and extremely inexpensive. They are also easy for almost any parent to fabricate by simply following the directions on the box. The Spring and Summer of every year bring out the Four B’s (bats, balls, bikes, and boards). Every year our pediatric dental practice sees traumatic injuries to children from the four B’s. The severity of these injuries can be avoided or certainly reduced if the children were wearing appropriate gear (mouthguard). When your child rides his bike and puts on his helmet, he/she should put in his mouthguard. When your child puts on his helmet, knee pads, and wrist pads to go ride his skateboard, he should put in his mouthguard. When your child picks up a bat or a ball, he should put in his mouthguard. And lastly, anytime any child steps on a tramploline or plays on monkey

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good: a word to live by

hen my daughter was born 18 years ago — yes, for 18-plus years I have been writing this column — I didn’t have a clue about being a mother. But then wait — yes I did. While my mother died before my children were born, I grew up truly my mother’s child. It was impossible not to be. My mother hugged me daily and listened to what I had to say. She made me feel important. She helped me to know that I mattered immensely through all that she did with an unmatched devotion. How could she have, I wonder now? She had five children to keep up with (I have a hard time keeping up with four), but each one of us remembers feeling special because of her; growing up she caused a unique stream of golden light to flow through all of our lives and we carry that with us today. So when my daughter was born 18 years ago there were plenty of things I needed to ask my mother about raising a girl, but I could not. I wanted to ask her, for instance, what I could do differently so that I wouldn’t have to face the same teenage difficulties she’d had with me with my own daughter. A willful teenager, I can recall my mother’s sharp blue eyes peering into my own when I’d messed up. She’d actually begin an admonishment with, “Susie, you’re such a good person ...” And that is it. From as far back as I can recall she insisted that I was good — created good — and that I needed to get back to that. She instilled this belief of inherent goodness into all of her children and it remains the big takeaway of what she gave to us. But what does that mean? I’ll try to clarify, because I have tried to instill the same thing into my children simply by being my mother’s child. Good means caring for others. Good means caring for yourself. Good means being responsible in the world. Good means behaving well and being truthful and not doing coarse things like breaking laws or hurting someone on purpose. Good means love. She gaves us overflowing amounts of love. When you think about it, good is an all-encompassing modus operandi for a lifetime if you choose follow it, and you can. It is good to be courteous and kind. It is good to work hard and good to rest. It is good to be helpful and good to have fun and good, always good to try hard at whatever you do. She also used to say, “God helps those who help themselves.” And I believed her. I still do. So these are the things I learned from her about raising children. Even though she hasn’t been here to watch them grow, she knew they would be good. It has unlimited reach. You are good. They are good. Life is good!

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Does your child love his doctor? Does your doctor take time to listen and respond to your concerns or go “above and beyond” in some ways? Has your child’s medical care exceeded your expectations? ———————————————

WHO HAS BEEN NOMINATED SO FAR? David P. Bichell, M.D. Professor of Cardiac Surgery and Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital Dr. Bichell performed open heart surgery on my 2-month-old (and on many other younger and older babies of fellow heart families I met through our time at Vandy). He was able to sew the circumference of multiple 2mm veins and work on a heart the size of a strawberry. They told us he would come out of surgery on major life support and not make it five days. Our son came out without the ECMO machine keeping him alive and recovered phenomenally. Dr. Bichell gave us four more months that we were never supposed to have with our son. Melissa Kaupke

Kevin Beier, M.D. Physicians Urgent Care in Franklin What a joy it was to find Dr. Beier! He’s incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. Not only is Dr. Beier highly skilled, he’s focused and really LISTENS to his patients. No rush, no hurry. How rare is that?! He treats patients with both great kindness and respect and will do everything he can to heal and to help. In our family’s case, Dr. Beier went the extra mile to contact our insurance company and work with them to have my son’s appropriate (but not normally covered) treatment fully covered. (He offered to do this without being asked. That has never happened to us before. We were speechless. Then he worked with a local MRI facility and managed to get us in as quickly as possible versus the normal weekend wait since this was on a Friday afternoon. Dr. Beiers’ excellent care and attention has stayed with us. Kate Chorba

Jason Kastner, M.D. White House Children’s Clinic Dr. Kaster is wonderful with kids. He is patient and talks to them directly which makes them feel important. He also takes time to discuss all manner of concerns with parents and no topic is off limits or brushed off. I like his common sense approach to parenting and child rearing as well as his ability as a physician. Rebecca Hetzer

Frank Haraf, M.D. The Children’s Clinic of Nashville Dr. Haraf is special because of his ability to calm his patients and parents. He has been my children’s pediatrician for 11 years and we absolutely think he is the best. He is able to explain and break down the most complex diagnoses. My

1-year-old and 12-year-old both feel comfortable with him and we love the staff. They know me and my husband when we call, and they are prompt and professional. Yolanda Howard

Gordon Davis, M.D. Southern Pediatrics Amazing patient care! Thorough examinations. Dr. Davis spends time with you and you don’t feel rushed! As a new mom, he listened to all my questions and didn’t make me feel inadequate or dumb! His nurse, Karen, is fantastic, too! His partners in the practice are great, too. Recommend to everyone! Rebecca Lee

Danielle Lalonde, M.D. Children’s Clinic East She has a FABULOUS bedside manner and is very caring about each of her patients. She takes the time to work through any and all issues. Erica Jennings

Brent Rosser, M.D. Murfreesboro Medical Clinic He’s smart, kind, patient and always helpful. Both of my sons present unique challenges, however, Dr. Rosser has always been willing to go the extra mile to help. As one of my children has cerebral palsy, we see a lot of medical professionals; Dr. Rosser is very special. Christina Stephens

Elizabeth Bailes, M.D. Heritage Medical Associates She always takes the time to listen, share good feedback and stories to help you understand. She is mindful of Mommy as well as Baby. She never rushes, and is always kind, attentive and caring. Marry Rutland

These are just a few of the doctors that have been nominated for Favorite Docs. Nominations are still open, and we want to hear who you would choose. Cast your vote today for our 2012 list at nashvilleparent.com/favoritedocs.

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his month, we’re giving away four of the new Stardoll by Barbie dolls along with coordinated accessory packs (an approximate $37 value each), which includes a gift card for complimentary Superstar membership on stardoll.com, Stardollars to spend on all Superstar items on Stardoll and free virtual gifts ... We are also giving away tickets to the Circle Players’ production of Titanic the Musical, which runs at TPAC’s Polk Theater April 5 - 8. Go online to register for family four packs of tickets on Thursday, April 5 and Friday, April 6. We’ll also be giving tickets away for Saturday, April 7 through our WINSday promotion that week. Also, make time to win a prize during our WINSday events! Here’s how it works: Every Monday, we’ll post the week’s WINSday prize information on our Facebook page. Then, two days later, on Wednesday (get it? WINSday?) at a random time during the day, we will post, “What day is it?” The first fan to reply, “It’s Nashville Parent WINSday!” will win that week’s item. To be eligible to win, you must “Like” our Facebook page, and contestants can only win once every 60 days. To register for our random monthly drawings, log on to nashvilleparent.com and click on “Giveaways” under the Contests tab. One entry per person per prize. Good luck!

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How do I Get My Pre-Baby Body Back?! Here’s what local moms say: KATIE ROBERTS No such thing as getting the pre-baby body back. Your body changes. Even if you get back to the same weight you were beforehand. Hips widen. Boobs flop. Just some of the things moms do to have their miracles. MARIE FERGUSON Katie is right. But I walk every day, and in a year I have lost 10 pounds of fat and gained some muscle. Walking is so easy, and the kids can do it with you. I walk for two miles a day. And I plan on pushing that up a bit in the next couple weeks. ASHLEY RAUCH Nursing your baby helps a lot! I lost all my baby weight without exercising just from the extra calories I burned nursing.

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KIMBERLY SWICK GLOVER I think getting your pre-pregnancy body back has a lot to do with what shape you were in before getting pregnant. I’m four weeks postpartum and only five pounds away from my pre-pregnancy weight, but not even close to pre-pregnancy clothes. Exercise and good diet will have to do for getting back into shape.

KATIE MASDEN LONG Like Ashley, the weight fell off me while nursing my daughter. Within four months postpartum, I was about 10 pounds lighter than my pre-pregnancy weight! My only exercise was one-mile walks around the neighborhood several days a week, and my diet wasn’t all that great, so it had to be the nursing. Unfortunately, I forgot to adjust my eating habits as my daughter started nursing less, so now I’m 30 pounds heavier than I was at that point.

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I heard that infants can get hernias in their belly buttons. Is that true? Yes, some infants are born with these umbilical hernias. When in the womb, the baby is connected to the mother’s placenta through the umbilical cord, which possesses two umbilical arteries and an umbilical vein. These blood vessels enter the baby through the abdominal wall at what, after the baby is born, becomes the umbilicus — the belly button. As a result, there is a hole or a gap in the muscles of the abdomen at the site of the belly button. In most cases, this closes up very quickly after the baby is born. In other cases, however, that hole or weakness in the wall of the abdomen remains and is called an umbilical hernia. In such cases, whenever a baby cries or strains to have a stool, the tensing of the muscles can force some of the intestines through that hole, causing the belly button to balloon out. When the baby relaxes, the intestines will go back into the abdomen. For parents this can be very stressful to witness, but in almost all cases it should not cause concern. However, there is one rare complication that parents should watch for: if the intestines get stuck out in the hernia and cannot be easily pushed back in with very gentle pressure (never use force to push them back in), the child’s physician should be contacted immediately as this is an emergency. Again, this is rare, and most often these hernias close on their own. If the hernia has not closed by 3 to 5 years of age, I recommend referring the child to a pediatric surgeon for surgical closure.

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My 9- and 7-year-old boys are very active in sports. Is it safe to give them protein supplements (i.e., a protein shake) after practice to help them recover from exercise?

Most often this question comes up with teenage athletes. From what I gather in the medical literature, there is a minimal increase in the daily protein needs of the athlete over the non-athlete, which in most cases can be achieved by increasing overall daily calories as part of a well balanced diet in which 55 - 75 percent of calories come from complex carbohydrates (grains, fruits and vegetables), 15 - 20 percent from proteins and 25 - 30 percent from fats. Given our protein-laden American diet, it is unlikely that young athletes are deficient in protein, unless they have a restricted diet (vegetarian for example). More than likely, young athletes are not hydrating adequately before, during and after exercise, which will lead to cramping, muscle fatigue and prolonged recovery times. My advice would be to make sure young athletes have a balanced, healthy diet and are taking in adequate liquids around sports participation. For hydration, keep the following points in mind: water is the best hydration liquid; carbonated drinks should be avoided; fluid intake should not be restricted; and the athlete’s weight before and after exercise should be the same (any weight lost can be attributed to fluid loss). Also, a complex carbohydratecontaining food after exercise may be more helpful for recovery than protein supplements.

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kid’s health

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As much as you can’t stand to see your child sick, it’s going to happen.

ou’ve instilled good handwashing in your children, but you can’t be everywhere with them 24/7. Kids are exposed to a number of germs and viruses every day. Here are the most common ones they are susceptible to:

COLDS & RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS Colds and respiratory infections are the most common problem for babies and toddlers. While Mom and Dad may average two to four colds a year, your child may get six to 10, with symptoms that are more severe and longer lasting (sometimes up to two weeks), says Christopher S. Ryder, M.D., author of Take Your Pediatrician With You (John Hopkins Press). And while each cold or infection helps you build immunities, a common cold in a toddler can lead to an ear infection or respiratory illness in toddlers is RSV (respiratory syncytial virus). Watch for it: symptoms are similar to those of a cold with stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, difficulty feeding, fever and cough. Call your pediatrician if your child has a high fever and is wheezing and lethargic.

STOMACH FLU Gastroenteritis — the stomach flu virus — is the second most common kid ailment and it usually starts with fever and vomiting, then diarrhea. More disruptive than dangerous, keep your child as hydrated as possible — even a teaspoon of water every five minutes can help. When your child is able to eat solids again, start out with the BRAT diet: banana, rice, applesauce, toast, until he can move onto more solid foods.

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STREP THROAT About one in five sore throats in kids are caused by that pesky streptococcus bacteria. Symptoms include sore throat; red, swollen tonsils sometimes streaked with pus; tender lymph nodes in the neck; fever; headache; rash; and, in younger children, stomachache and possibly vomiting. Some parents report a smell associated with strep — that’s the pus in the back of the mouth. The good news is, it’s treatable. If your child shows symptoms, take him to the doctor to have his throat swabbed.

PINK EYE Conjunctivitis is the highly contagious inflammation of the membrane covering the white of the eye and the inner eyelid. The gooey discharge that can come from the infected eye or eyes can form a crust when your child sleeps. Antibiotic eyedrops can nip it in the bud and warm compresses will help.

EAR INFECTION Otitis Media — inflammation or infection of the middle ear — happens often to children because of the small horizontal anatomy within the ear that a child has. Up to 75 percent of children will have an ear infection before age 3 says the Centers for Disease Control. Common symptoms to watch for are runny nose/sore throat, irritability, difficulty sleeping, pulling at the ear, fever, fluid draining from the ear or loss of balance. See your pediatrician if you suspect an ear infection.

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The cast of Circle Players’ Titanic the Musical.

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ommemorating the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s fateful voyage this month, Circle Players will reprise its production of Titanic the Musical April 5 - 8 in a new venue: TPAC’s Polk Theater. What’s more, Circle is making use of the set from the national touring production of the Broadway musical that nabbed five Tony Awards in 1997. Sixty-nine local actors, including children, will take the stage for five performances of a show that director Tim Larson is excited to bring back. “It’s a historical event, one of the largest disasters of the 20th century. When we last did the show, I learned there were a lot of people of a younger generation who didn’t know the show is based on an actual event.” Joining the cast for each show will be surprise celebrity guests, and the orchestra includes professional musicians and Tennessee State University music students. Students will receive a 25-percent discount at the Saturday matinee which also includes a post-show talk back featuring David Downs, local author of Titanic Trivia. TPAC is located at 505 Deaderick St., Nashville. Show times are Thu - Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Sun 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 - $40. Call 782-4040 or visit tpac.org.

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symphony announces new season

Children can enjoy a hands-on experience with a variety of instruments prior to the Nashville Symphony’s Pied Piper Series concerts.

he Nashville Symphony recently announced its 2012/2013 season comprising classical, jazz and pops offerings as well as its lineup especially for children. The Ann & Monroe Carell Family Trust Pied Piper Series includes four shows for young audience led by Associate Conductor Kelly Corcoran. Each one-hour concert weaves music, narration and theatrics to engage the littlest ones in your family. Next season’s Pied Piper shows include “Halloween in the Wild West” (Oct. 27), “A Spirit for the Holidays” (Dec. 22), “Beethoven Lives Upstairs” (Feb. 16, 2013) and “Under the Sea” (April 14, 2013). Prior to each concert, kids can have fun with a variety of hands-on activities tied to the theme of the show including an instrument petting zoo, arts and crafts, video games and more. Season subscriptions for all Nashville Symphony series are on sale now. The Pied Piper Series is $116 adults, $71 children. Call 687-6400 or visit nashvillesymphony.org.

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New and expectant parents can celebrate allthings infant during Sumner Regional Medical Center’s second annual Baby Shower on Saturday, March 24 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The free event features mini seminars, vendor booths, tours of the birthing facility, health info refreshments, door prizes and face painting for the kids. Papas can compete in the Daddy Diaper Derby, too. Sumner Regional Medical Center is located at 555 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin. For more information, call 328-6605 or visit mysumnermedical.com.

Opry Mills’ long-awaited, post-flood reopening takes place Thursday, March 29, featuring more than 60 new and returning stores and restaurants. New stores coming include Crazy 8, Express, Jones New York Outlet, P.S. from Aeropostale, Sunglass Warehouse, Tilly’s and Wilk’s Dugout. Among returning retailers are Build-ABear Workshop, Bath & Body Works, Fossil, Old Navy Outlet and Yankee Candle. While there, grab a bite at Rainforest Cafe, Aquarium Restaurant, Macaroni Grill, Which Wich and more. An official ribbon-cutting ceremony takes place at 10 a.m. on opening day. Live entertainment and family-friendly activities will take place throughout the day and during a five-week celebration. Opry Mills is located at 433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville. Call 514-1000 or visit oprymills.com.

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oh, say can you sing? Individuals, groups and families can warm up their pipes and audition to sing the national anthem at a 2012 Nashville Sounds home game. Auditions take place on Saturday, March 24 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Greer Stadium. Tryouts are on a first-come, first-served basis, and those auditioning are required to sing a live, a cappella version of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” All tryout participants must appear in person at the stadium by 1 p.m. to be registered. The Sounds host 72 home games during the season, with the first game happening Friday, April 13 against New Orleans. Greer Stadium is located 534 Chestnut St., Nashville. For more info, contact Buddy Yelton at 690-4487, ext. 124, or visit nashvillesounds.com.

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northeast private school fair saturday, march 3

here are many independent school options in Middle Tennessee, and you can learn more about them during Sumner Parent’s new Northeast Private School Fair on Saturday, March 3 at Volunteer State Community College’s Great Hall. Representatives from area schools will be available to speak one on one with parents and prospective students about what they have to offer. Among schools in attendance are Sumner Academy, Davidson Academy, Hendersonville Christian Academy, Goodpasture Christian School, Pope John Paul II, St. John Vianney Catholic School and more. While there, you can also learn about enrichment activities, after-school programs and summer day camps. The college is located at 1480 Nashville Pike, Gallatin. Hours are 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., and admission is free. For more info, call 256-2158, ext. 142.

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hosts three open houses this month on March 8 (9 - 11 a.m. and 6 - 8 p.m.), March 13 (9 - 11 a.m.) and March 20 (9 - 11 a.m.). The K3 - 12 school is located at 355 Old Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville. Call 824-1550 or visit hcacrusaders.com.

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MONTHAVEN MANSION hosts an art exhibit by local middle and high school students, on display now through Saturday, March 10. The free exhibit is available for viewing Tue - Fri 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monthaven is located at 1154 W. Main St., Hendersonville. Call 8220789 or visit hendersonvillearts.org.

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he second annual Nashville Kids Triathlon takes place June 2 - 3 at Centennial Park, and registration is now open for the event sponsored by Nashville Parent, YMCA of Middle Tennessee and the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. The Junior Division (ages 6 - 10) consists of a 100-meter swim, three-mile bike ride and a one-half mile run; the Senior Division (ages 11 - 15) comprises a 200-meter swim, six-mile bike ride and one-mile run. The triathlon is limited to 800 participants, and spots are expected to fill up quick. Select YMCAs in the area will offer free training programs to participants in April. Registration is $35 plus a USATriathlon membership ($5 for one day, $20 for a year). A portion of the proceeds benefits Children’s Hospital and the YMCA of Middle Tennessee. To learn more and to register, visit nashvillekidstriathlon.org.

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Put your creative costuming cap on and have a festive night during the inaugural Cirque de Nash, a masquerade ball benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Middle Tennessee. Event organizer Jennifer Coffin describes the ball as Lady Gaga meets George Clinton meets Alice in Wonderland (the Johnny Depp version). Guests can enjoy an evening of live funk music by Jones World along with appetizers and cocktails, and prizes will be awarded for best overall costume as well as for best mask. The event takes place at aVenue, 120 Third Ave. S., Nashville, at 8 p.m. Admission is $40 per person or $75 for couples. Proceeds from the event will be used for background checks on incoming BBBS volunteers to ensure child safety. Get tickets at mentorakid.org or cirquedenash. kintera.org.

A variety of local comedians are joining forces March 29 - 31 for Bully This!, a campaign to raise awareness and address the current epidemic of bullying and teen suicides. “The message is pretty clear that we need zero tolerance in our schools in regard to bullying,” says headliner Peter Depp, a Hermitage dad of three. “Bullying has to stop, and kids need to understand that tolerance and acceptance will get you further in life and open more doors than being a bully. This show is designed to make the message more entertaining,” he adds. Each evening features different comics who will deliver a mix of stand-up comedy, filmed sketches, live theatrical performances and more. Bully This! is suitable for ages 13 and older. Out Front on Main is located at 1511 E. Main St., Murfreesboro. Show time is 9 p.m., and admission is $8. For tickets, call 869-8617 or visit outfrontonmain.com.

On Saturday, March 24, your family can sink its teeth into an array of sweet goodies when the third annual Cupcake-palooza takes place, benefiting Books from Birth of Middle Tennessee. Cupcake bakers from across the area (including favorites like Gigi’s, Cupcake Collection and Painted Cupcake) donate mini cupcakes for guests to enjoy along with Blue Bell ice cream bars. The $15 admission includes several treat tickets and other activities, learning games and giveaways. Cupcakepalooza is held in the community room at Belmont United Methodist Church, 2007 Acklen, Nashville, from 2 - 5 p.m. For more info, call 438-8475 or visit facebook.com/cupcakepaloozabenefit.

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BARNYARD DANCE!

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By Joanna Walsh and Judi Abbot Simon & Schuster; $12.99 Ages 4 and older Engaging rhyming text and humor makes this book a fun one to snuggle up with. How exactly does a dog kiss? What about a worm or a penguin? What about that big, old elephant? Walsh imagines what it’s like for a bunch of different creatures to smooch and she does it just right without getting syrupy. — sd

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PINKALICIOUS AND THE PINK HAT PARADE

By Victoria Kann HarperFestival; $6.99 Ages 3 and older The latest addition to the award-winning Pinkalicious series, Pinkalicious and her friend, Peter, enter a Spring Hat Parade contest ... and the quest for the perfect hat gets rather ... sticky! In true heroine fashion, Pinkalicious knows just what to do in the end. — sd

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME

By Sandra Boynton Workman Publishing; $9.95 Ages 3 and older The original Barnyard Dance! board book is available in this wonderful lap-sized version for bigger and better viewing fun! The silly illustrations just pop with color and are sure to engage your little reader. Boynton has turned several of her small board books — including Pajama Time! and Belly Button Book! — into this new size that fits perfectly in the lap. — ka

Lyrics by Jack Norworth, music by Albert Von Tilzer, Illustrated by Mark Meyers CandyCane Press; $10.99 Ages 2 - 5 The classic song is brought to life with fun, detailed illustrations and music. This board book plays the tune when you open it, allowing you to sing the words with your sweetie. It’s sure to be a favorite. — ka

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Written and illustrated by Trace Moroney Scholastic; $8.99 Ages 3 - 5 Put the “sweet” in “sweet dreams” with this charming book that celebrates the joy of a night time routine. Little ones can follow a happy bunny through the journey of taking a bath and brushing teeth to donning the PJs and falling asleep with a bedtime book, and then the best part — the escape to dreamland! — cy

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By Ginger Churchill Illustrated by Nicole Wong Tanglewood; $15.95 Ages 4 - 8 In this artful tale, Wild Rose, who loves running outdoors taking in all-things nature, learns to weave a rug with her grandmother. In the process, the young child learns about creativity, the influence of nature and the interplay between art and life. Wong’s whimsical illustrations bring the story to life. — cy

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By Pamela Druckerman Penguin Group; $25.95 Are Americans raising children the wrong way? Some might think so with a quick visit to the park and the witness of a child’s meltdown and a mother’s quick slap. Here’s an inside look on how you can parent your child to be well-mannered, thoughtful in public and more — albeit the French way — from the point of view of Druckerman, an American mother who has three children all born in Paris. — ka

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By Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlisch Scribner; $16 In an era where oldfashioned communication is replaced by modern-day technology, this newly revised and updated edition is more relevent than ever. While at first glance this title appears to be a collection of nonpunitive discipline techniques, it goes much further offering wise relationshipbuilding strategies between parents and children of all ages. — cy

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By Roni Cohen Leiderman, Ph.D. and Wendy S. Masi, Ph.D. Fair Winds Press; $18.99 One of the best ways to enhance your baby’s development is through interactive play. This book is filled with more than 375 games, activities, exercises, tips and more to help you get into playing with your tot and all that his little mind can absorb! — ka

By Elizabeth Pantley McGraw-Hill; $17 If all your child is eating is macaroni and cheese and chicken nuggets, this book’s for you. Boasting tips and tricks for gently guiding your child into the world of delicious eating, this terrific book by author Pantley (who also penned The No-Cry Sleep Solution and other “No-Cry” books) shows parents how to employ techniques for happy results like kids enjoying veggies, fruits and meals with you! — sd

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By Amanda Blake Soule with Stephen Soule Roost Books; $19.95 This delightful book will help families foster ideas of togetherness during each month and season of the year. The book includes seasonal recipes, crafts and special activities parents and children can enjoy together, without the TV, cell phones and rest of modern technology. The thrust here is to slow down and connect with family — your treasure! — cy

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By Daniel J. Siegel, M.D., and Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D. Delacorte Press; $24 Delve into the world of your child’s brain to understand why he sometimes acts the way he does. Understand meltdowns, tantrums, decision making and emotions in children by exploring how their brains are wired. Written by a neuropsychiatrist (Siegel) as well as a parenting expert (Bryson), this readable book can give you valuable insight into managing your child’s many behaviors. — sd

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By Chad Young

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From Apalachicola to St. George Island, the Sunshine State’s Franklin County offers a no-fuss, no-muss vacation.

lorida’s lush gulf coast offers a bountiful bevy of fun-in-thesun options, many of which boast numerous activities to keep everyone in your family busy on vacation. But once in a while, it’s nice to travel to a place a little more remote and quiet so you can spend a few days just relaxing and enjoying truly concentrated family togetherness without the whirlwind of things to do. If you want to slow things down a bit on your next family getaway jaunt, consider Florida’s beautiful Franklin County, comprising Apalachicola, Carabelle, Alligator Point, Dog Island, St. Vincent Island and St. George Island. Apalachicola’s bay is a big oyster hot spot. In fact, 90 percent of oysters consumed all across the state of Florida come from this bay as does 10 percent of oysters eaten across the entire country. The oysters here are like no other, sweet and non-gritty. They are a true culinary delight whether you like them raw or cooked a variety of ways, and yes, plenty of kids love slurping them down, too! Although relaxing and playing on the beach are the big attractions in the area, there are certainly a few things that you should add to your to-do list. First is the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve, residing on 246,766 acres. The education center there includes an incredible museum showcasing the area’s wildlife and ecosystem. You’ll also want to embark on Captain Gill’s River Cruise aboard the 28-foot “Lily.” Hang out inside the air-conditioned cabin on this two-hour sight-seeing eco-tour and learn about local folklore, or climb up to the upper deck and bask in the beautiful Florida sunshine while taking in the lush environs. True nature enthusiasts should book the sunrise kayaking excursion with

the Apalachicola Maritime Museum. This early morning kayak trip (available Thu - Sat) up Scipio Creek is incredible. The scenery can’t be beat as you paddle along, watching the sun rise as it spreads its light and warmth across the waters. Apalachicola itself is home to several quaint shops, galleries and eateries. It’s definitely worth an afternoon of your family’s time, no doubt. But if your family is going to go to Florida’s Franklin County, St. George Island is the place to be. St. George Island is by far the most gorgeous natural stretch of beach in Florida’s gulf. It is serene, unspoiled and non commercialized, and therein resides its charm. It proves you don’t need an amusement park, go karts, etc., in order to have a great time. Rent a bike and pedal around the island, tour the Cape St. George Lighthouse, play on the beach, enjoy a swim in the gulf waters, embark on a guided kayaking trip, test your skills on a stand-up paddleboard or set out on a fishing adventure in the bay. St. George Island State Park offers hiking, biking, canoeing, picnic areas and a family campground for those who enjoy pitching a tent and going the rustic route. Accommodations are plentiful on St. George through Collins Vacation Rentals (collinsvacationrentals.com). Choose from five- to seven-room beach homes, villas, condos, town homes or an old Florida-style cottage. Find more info and download a visitor’s guide at apalachicolabay.org. Should your family make the trip, I’m sure, like me, it will become your favorite beach spot in Florida.  Chad Young is managing editor for this publication.

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mom essay By Cassi Denari

How Do You Know Another child? It didn’t feel like there was enough

ithin weeks after having my first baby, it seemed as though everyone (friends, co-workers, random shoppers at the mall) wanted to know when we were having another child. (I admit I have been guilty of asking this very question to new moms. It’s almost like it’s required along with “Is the baby sleeping?” — which is a truly ridiculous question). After our second child was born, everyone wanted know if we were having a third. At the time, I couldn’t even manage the two I had — how on earth could I throw a third into the mix? When my youngest was about 1 year old, I began having dreams that I was pregnant. In some of the dreams I had taken a test, in others I just knew. I began to wonder if my subconscious was trying to tell me something. Or was something more basic coming into play … like instinct. With two kids and friends struggling with infertility, I felt guilty even having these thoughts. But the feelings were there. Including the feeling that maybe someone was waiting to be part of our family. I began to ask friends how they knew their families were complete, and I received a variety of responses. One friend said that her three children were kicking her butt … that’s how she knew. Another said she’s still not sure and thinks about it every day, while yet another said her family would be complete when they had one of each- one boy and one girl. Some friends were still trying for more. One person actually said they were going to try for as many as they could have (No, it wasn’t Brad and Angelina). And a few women knew flat out they did not want to be pregnant again. While making this decision, my friends would run through a list of questions they asked themselves. The same questions came up again and again:

Am I financially able to support another child? The reality is that most of us are never exactly where we want to be financially. If everyone involved finances in family planning decisions, there would be far fewer children in the world. However, thinking practically, you may need a bigger car (a mini van perhaps?), possibly a bigger house and definitely an additional college fund.

Am I ready to start all over again? Will I have enough energy … up all hours of the night, endless dirty diapers, nursing, the exhaustion? Just the thought of it makes me a little tired. But you know you come through in the end. You do what you have to do. Somehow you find the energy. Jacqueline Edelberg, author of How to Walk to School: Blueprint for a Neighborhood School Renaissance (Rowman & Littlefield; $14.95) says, “My mother told me that two kids would be the same amount of hassle as one, ‘One sandwich, two, five, what difference does it make?’ Okay, big lie. My kids are two years apart, and for the first five years, the work is incrementally harder. Everyone needs something RIGHT NOW. The silver lining is that once everyone can manage their own secretions, and can understand ‘in a minute,’ life becomes delicious.”

Are WE in complete agreement? Make sure that you both want more children. If you’re not on the same page, this could cause some serious discord in your relationship. Faun R. Zarge, a public speaker and work-life trainer, says, “By proactively having candid conversations about how another child will affect personal and professional goals and responsibilities parents can better plan for what lies ahead. It’s all too easy to ignore these issues and expect things to “work themselves out” once the baby arrives. Unfortunately, that can be a recipe for an awful lot of resentment. Parents can do themselves a big favor with frequent and honest conversations about how another child will impact their family’s life balance.”

When You’re Done ? of me to go around! ... But then the dreams started.

Do I want a baby for the right reasons?

(or second)? Countless mothers have asked themselves the same question

Sure, infants are cute and cuddly, and they have that sweet baby smell, but

and had the same concern. I’m sure every mother will attest to the fact that

missing the feeling of holding a baby is not enough. Fran Walfish, Ph.D.,

you can love two, four, 10 (or 19 like that nutty lady on The Learning Chan-

a child and family psychotherapist, says, “Examine why you want another

nel) children as much you love your first. Love is truly limitless. After one,

child. Is it more about your needs (i.e., my close friends have three kids so I

everything changes. You may never speak to anyone who regrets adding

should), or about raising and giving to a child?”

another child, but you will speak with some who regret not having another child when they could have.

Am I too old? As much as I hate to admit it, age is a factor. Advanced maternal age — the dreaded words used for women older than 35. With each passing year it

What I have learned in my quest for answers is that you have to listen to your gut instinct, do what’s right for your family and most importantly, follow your heart. J

becomes a little harder for some women to get pregnant and a little scarier to be pregnant. Are you capable of loving another child like you love your first

Cassari Denari is a mom and a freelance writer.

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babysitting exchanges:

your house or mine?

ou and your spouse finally agree on a movie you want to see. You find a free weekend night on your calendar. You call up your qualified, reliable, affordable babysitter. Wait … what? Qualified and reliable and affordable? Have you ever thought about a babysitting exhange? There are benefits to a babysitting exchange. “First and foremost, it’s free! You watch other children in exchange for group moms watching yours on a different date,” says April D. YoungHendrickson of Rutherford County Moms group. “And as we all know, it is very important to get that ‘me time’ to stay mentally healthy and just as important to get ‘one-on-one time’ with your spouse to keep up a good marriage.” If you’re anything like Lori Huffman, a mother of four, you know “it’s hard to find a good, experienced babysitter who’s old enough to trust and not too expensive.” If, like Huffman, the headache of finding a good sitter keeps you from getting out more often, maybe your family can benefit from one of these four types of babysitting exchanges.

The One-on-One Exchange Trading babysitting with another parent is the simplest type of exchange. You ask a neighbor if your kids can come play while you run to an appointment and then reciprocate when she’s in need. Two stay-at-home moms might take turns watching each other’s kids on Tuesdays so each gets a morning to herself. Scheduling date nights becomes easy when you switch babysitting with another couple twice a month. Jill Savage, the CEO of Hearts at Home (hearts-at-home.org), knows two single moms who trade babysitting once a month. One mom keeps the other’s kids from Friday evening to Saturday afternoon, and the next month she takes her break. With a oneon-one exchange, the options are limitless.

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The Four-Family Date Swap Kristen O’Quinn, a mother of three boys, borrowed this idea of a four-family babysitting exchange from a friend at her church. Once a year, four families sit down together and schedule one babysitting night a month in their calendars. The families rotate houses, and two couples stay with the children while the other two enjoy their night of free babysitting. The rules are straightforward: the kids have to be fed before they come, and the parents have to be prompt in picking them up. They follow a simple schedule so that the kids (and parents) know what to expect each time: free play, crafts, make a snack, and popcorn and a movie. Without relatives in town, O’Quinn feels the four families in her exchange are especially committed to the project. This swap could easily be adapted for fewer families or for a group of stay-at-home moms who need babysitting but also want to benefit from time with friends.

The Three-Week Group Exchange Stephanie Trenaman and her husband, Mason, organized a three-week babysitting exchange for 15 young families at their church last summer. A co-op like the Trenamans’ works best for large groups who prefer using a central location instead of individual homes. Each couple works one week as sitters and, in exchange, they can use the free babysitting the other two weeks. To organize a similar program, pick three dates and recruit families by e-mail or through an announcement in an organization newsletter. Divide the group into three and ask each committed couple to babysit one of the dates. If you choose to feed the children, get a head count and keep it simple with chicken nuggets or pizza, fruit and a cookie. Break the time into 30-minute segments and pick fun activities for each block of time: games, free play, storybook time, music, dinner, a short movie or a craft. The Trenamans suggest beginning your evening with high-energy activities and moving into slower-paced activities as bedtime gets

closer. A three-week exchange is a great way for a big group of parents to get to know each other and to enjoy some stress-free babysitting.

The Ongoing Babysitting Co-op Being new to town and having a husband who travels frequently, Janie Werner feels blessed by the quality, affordable child care she received during the years she participated in a babysitting coop. In a co-op, parents earn points based on the hours they watch other members’ children, and they redeem points when others babysit for them. Some groups appoint a secretary who keeps track of each member’s hours while others trade co-op coupons or poker chips. Werner feels like geography is a key to success for co-ops: if members live within a well-defined area, they are more likely to use each other’s services. She also suggests capping the babysitting hours that a person can use before working them off so that no one takes advantage of the system. If you are interested in starting your own co-op, visit sittingaround.com, a website that helps parents set up and organize their own groups. Then there’s the possibility of a moms group. “Utilizing a group like the online Rutherford County Moms or another moms club or chapter has the potential to lead to great friendships for you and your children,” says Young-Hendrickson. “As you attend events and open play dates with moms that you meet through a moms group, you get to know each other. Once a comfort and trust forms, that is when a babysitting exchange can be discussed.” Why not ask your friends if they’re also looking for alternatives to traditional babysitting? When you swap babysitting with another parent, it’s a win-win situation: your children get to play with their friends, you can have confidence that they are in good hands, and it’s free. With these four types of exchanges in your toolbox, you are well on your way to finding truly reliable and affordable babysitters. J Sandi Haustein is a mother and freelance writer.

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Girls live in a world of mixed messages and impossible images. It’s easy to see why insecurity can set in ... and why acquiring resiliency is so crucial to her healthy development. By Susan Swindell Day

urprises are what keeps life interesting, so when I was expecting my first child, my husband and I decided we didn’t want to know the sex of our baby until that shining moment in the delivery room. Boy or girl didn’t matter to us, but on that cold December night when my husband cried out, “Oh honey, it’s a girl!” even before my doctor had the chance to say it, my heart leapt deep inside my soul. Secretly, that’s what I’d wanted. And so, with tears of joy I held her close to me, examining the wonder of her tiny fingernails and lovely nose, swept up in unbelieveable awe and immense love. I didn’t think for an instant about how I would raise my girl in this world full of confusing messages and questionable images. I had a fairly obtuse idea of what I thought “girl” meant which was Barbie dolls, bows, clothes and makeup, but as my little love showed me over the years, preconceived notions are nothing but preconceived notions and the raising of a healthy, involved girl places her mother front and center in the role model position. That’s huge. The raising of a girl from babyhood is a magnificent adventure that requires unconditional love. With that in place, you will be equipped to meet other uniquely female challenges which will come up as you aim to unfold — as oppose to mold — your amazing daughter.

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I remember my toddler sitting for what seemed like forever in her high chair, picking up one pea at a time, rolling it around on her tray and then mashing it between her fingers before watching it drop to the floor. Would she ever eat? It seemed all I ever did was coax. She was growing and healthy, but it finally dawned on me (with the help of my pediatrician) that I shouldn’t worry so much about how much she ate but rather what she ate. In author Elizabeth Pantley’s new book, The No-Cry Picky

Eater Solution: Gentle Ways to Encourage Your Child to Eat Healthy (McGraw Hill; $17), healthy eaters develop when they are offered a variety of tastes, textures and colors at each meal along with a pleasant environment. Yes, that puts the task to Mom and Dad to find different delicious recipes, but also to enjoy meals together as a family to instill good eating habits in their girls. Up until about age 6, this is relatively easy, Pantley says, but by the time a girl enters elementary school, messages from Mom about how she views her body and messages from friends about bodies begin to have importance. A 2009 study from the University of Central Florida found that nearly half of the 3- to 6-year-old participants said they worried about being fat. Mothers, as their daughter’s most important role models, need to be aware of what they say about their bodies when a daughter’s in ear shot. If you send the message to her that you are overweight and unhappy about it, chances are she’ll pick that up for herself whether it’s true or not. Next, teach her the joy of activity. Get her involved with sports, dance or another physical activity. Research shows that female athletes do better academically and regular physical activity will help her to feel strong and confident. If she learns to couple her healthy eating with exercise she can enjoy and share lifelong good health. But things get tricky as girls enter the preteen years. Self-esteem goes hand in hand with body image and puberty — it’s practically an all-girl issue and it’s the most difficult subject to navigate with your daughter. Up until middle school, girls tend to respond innocently to influences found in pop culture. But as they reach adolescence, as their bodies widen with curves, they become aware of their changes in comparison to other girls. It can have a serious effect; this sudden crash course of self-awareness can stir up dire consequences and send self-esteem spiraling even if it hasn’t before. You can play a big role in stopping the harmful effects of your daughter’s media barrage by monitoring the kinds of “noise” your girl is exposed to and talking to her about the sexualized images she sees in magazines, music, television and the like. Speak up when you don’t like the way girls are portrayed and point it out to her.

a girl And as for the skimpy clothing available for girls (as in the sexed-up Halloween costumes shown for older girls in the fall) or some of the racy fashions shown in magazines, while media claims that it simply provides for girls what they buy, it’s important for parents to remember that the power of the purse is in your hands! And then there’s social media. Be sure she’s safe with it and that she knows you’re there doing your job to protect her. You should have her passwords and usernames ... but also her trust. “Don’t be sneaky on her,” says author Joann Deak in her book, Girls Will Be Girls: Raising Confident and Courageous Daughters (Hyperion; $15.99). “Trust her from the start. She needs to know that you can be her ally from a tender young age and that you are not going to freak out on her when she makes a mistake,” she adds. And when she does makes a mistake? “Forgive and move on,” Deak says. “We all make them.” Most importantly teach your daughter that you value her as a whole person, not just for how she looks.

her mind

It’s important in babyhood for families to identify their girl with clothing and colors, but by the time she’s old enough to dress and choose for herself, let her. Aim to help her learn that she is an independent individual with a mind of her own, says Carol Gilligan, Ph.D, author of In a Different Voice: Psychological Theory and Women’s Development (Harvard Univ. Press; $19). Let her have a say in the items she wears, the friends she makes and the activities she chooses. It’s within the family that a girl first develops a sense of who she is and who she wants to become, says Gilligan, but parents create the psychological climate that will (or will not) enable her to achieve her full potential. Talk with her on her level about the things she likes and doesn’t like Gilligan says, and encourage the exploration of her individuality. Listen to what she says and ask her what she thinks about things. From an early age, ask for her opinion

and encourage her to develop answers that are her truth. Being her own person can offset what Gilligan says is natural to girls but also a doubleedged sword: people pleasing. “While girls are people-oriented and compliant by nature, they can eventually grow up to feel unconfident and insecure because of it,” Gilligan says. When girls are raised to be people pleasers — forever putting the needs of others first — problems with self-esteem can arise, especially if a girl learns to ignore her own needs and continually refrains from getting what she wants by deferring to others. Help her find the balance she needs between serving others and serving herself, and make sure there’s plenty of time for her. While it’s wonderful for girls to be nurturing and helpful, teaching her to try new things and to sometimes say “no” when that’s what she really means will help her throughout her life.

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Who is your daughter? What will she become and where will she one day be in life? Think about it: as fast as YOU grew up there’s a future for HER around the bend. She will need love and guidance to sustain herself. That’s all that we want for our girls and for them to one day have a loving family of their own. But life happens. We can be thrown off course and lose our way. We are human. How can you prepare her to be steady as she goes? For many women, the answer is faith. In All You Need to Know About Raising Girls by Melissa Trevathan and Sissy Goff (Zondervan; $12.99), wisdom is offered up on the different stages of girl development and the idea of “raising girls to be who God is creating them to be.” Whether or not you agree with that idea, all girls need to know that there is hope and love for them in this world. It is Trevathan’s and Goff’s belief — and millions of others — that parents need to at least bring their daughters to “the well,” or the source of it all — God. J Susan Swindell Day is editor-in-chief of this publication and the mom of four amazing kids, including a wonderful daughter, now 18.

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Shop savvy during this month’s (and future!) local consignment sales.

arch in Middle Tennessee means one thing to me — Consignment Sale Season has begun! If you have never shopped at a children’s consignment sale, you have been missing a great opportunity to save your family money and still provide your children with high-quality clothing, toys and baby equipment for about two-thirds less than retail. Below are 10 tips to help you make the most of your consignment sale shopping experience.

Don’t Expect a Garage Sale

A consignment sale is a seasonal event organized either by a non-profit organization or an individual. The sale organizer provides the location, advertising and volunteer staff in exchange for a percentage of the profits of the sale. In our area, most consignors keep 70 percent of their sales minus an advertising fee (usually around $10) and the sale organizer keeps 30 percent. This percentage varies from sale to sale and consignors can increase their percentages by volunteering as a worker at a sale. In addition to organizing the sale, the sale owner is going to inspect each item for quality and stains. The consignor sets the price of their item and is the owner of the item. Because of that, a sale organizer can’t change the price of an item and there is no negotiating to be done. If you see two identical items, always check the price of each. Chances are one will be cheaper than the other since they were priced by different consignors.

Know Where to Find the Sales

There are several websites that list consignment sales. I started just such a resource called Consigning Time (consigningtime.com). Consigning Time provides a printable calendar of area consignment sales (with direct links to each sale’s individual website) as well as a list of sales organized by area of town. Consigning Time also has a Facebook page where you will often find giveaways for (please turn the page)

heads up for spring: Mom’s Inside Guide to Consigning presale passes to shop early at many sales. Another great way to keep up with each sale is to sign up for their mailing list on their website and fan their Facebook page. Each sale sends out emails with important dates, news and sometimes giveaways!

Know What You Need

Before you head out to shop, go through your child’s wardrobe for that season and take an inventory. My boys know that each February I am going to pull out all their summer clothes to see what still fits. It is important to know what you need before you go because walking into a large consignment sale can be a bit overwhelming. There is just so much stuff in one place that it easy to get distracted.

Shop Childless (if Possible)

A consignment sale is a wonderful place for a mom, but for a child it is Disney World and the North Pole all rolled into one. Upon entering, your child will see all of the amazing toys and immediately go bananas! It will be easier on you if you are shopping alone. A great way to accomplish this without the added expense of a babysitter is to swap off shopping time with another mom. Let a friend take your kids to a nearby park while you shop and then switch places so she can shop. Shopping alone will allow you to stick to your shopping plan and give you the time to go through the clothes carefully to find the best deals. For many moms, like expert consignment shopper Kymberlee Thompson, even the expense of a babysitter is worth it. “Shopping consignment is the Black Friday of children’s resale. Opening day is full of frenzy, so the last thing you want is a distraction,” she says. “I brought my little one with me to the sale ONE time. You need focus when shopping for a whole season because there is so much to see, and all he did was fuss for the gazillion toys laid out all over the sale. When I got home I realized I never even got to the shoe section. That was the first and last time he came along. The money I spend on a sitter is definitely recouped by shopping smart! I am now the mom who makes a girls night of it laughing and sharing finds with friends, feeling bad for the stressed out moms with a baby in tow who had to learn the hard way.”

Shop as Early in the Sale as Possible

Many area sales offer special times to shop for new and expectant moms (some require you to register for these times, so check with the individual sale). For those of us past this point, there is

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still a great way to shop early — volunteer! When you volunteer to help work at the sale, you get to shop before the consignors and the public. This is by far the best way to get the best selection and best prices. Think about it this way: you find two identical items but one is priced $10 cheaper. Who is going to get that item? The volunteer. Volunteering at a sale is also a great way to meet new friends. Some of my very best friends have come to me through volunteering at a certain consignment sale each season. Think of it as girls’ time!

nizers have checked the items for quality, but with such a large volume of items they still miss things. The last thing you want to do is find that perfect item at a great price only to get home and discover it has a broken zipper or even worse, a stain. You should always examine each item before you buy it. For toys, turn the toy on and make sure it works properly before buying it. All toys should be in working order and have working batteries. If it does not work at the sale, chances are it will not work at home either.

Bring Something to Carry Your Items

Remember, this is not a retail store so they are not going to have shopping carts. You need to bring something to carry your items in while you shop. I personally use a rolling cart that I bought at Target for about $20. It is perfect because it folds flat so I just keep it in the back of my car during consignment season. Many people, like seasoned consignment shopper Susan Sasser, use a laundry basket or a large shopping bag. “I started out using my laundry basket, but I now use a large reusable bag to shop. I like that I can hang it over my shoulder and not have to lug around a heavy laundry basket,” she says. “It is a large bag that can carry up to 40 pounds, so anything it could not carry would probably not have fit in a basket anyway. It is much easier on my back.” Whatever you decide to use, make sure it is sturdy and will hold up to the weight of all of the clothes and toys you are going to find. Some sales have extra baskets or will have a holding area for your items while you shop. If you need help, just ask. They want you to shop!

Be a Savvy Shopper

Not every item at a consignment sale is a great deal. In order to make sure you are not paying too much, you need to have an idea of the retail cost of an item. Ideally, you should pay about 30 - 50 percent of the retail price (depending on brand and quality). A great way to check the retail price is to use your phone. Consignment Mommies (consignmentmommies.com) has a great clothing brand guide allowing you to check the average retail cost by brand. In addition, Amazon is a great way to not only check price but you can also read reviews on items. I like to read the customer reviews to help me narrow down choices. If I am choosing between two strollers, many times the Amazon review will be the tie breaker for me.

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Know What to Expect

Consignment sales are held in a very short amount of time and have a large number of shoppers. There are going to be lines at checkout. Lines are usually shorter as the sale progresses, so if you don’t wait to wait as long go later during the sale. If you do end up waiting, utilize the time to go back through your items. Bring a bottle of water, a snack and make a new friend. Waiting in line can be fun! Just remember, the sale is run by volunteers. Everyone is doing the best they can to make the process run as smoothly as possible. Jenifer Gifford, owner of Once Around The Block Kids, shares this tip, “Shopping a seasonal consignment sale is a lot like shopping Black Friday. Seasonal sales are here today and gone tomorrow which creates an urgency to shop because you don’t want to miss out on the best deals. Be prepared to wait in line to get in and to wait in line to get out. The deals are phenomenal, so grab your best girlfriend, plan on making a few new friends in line and have a great girls day/night out.” Check before you go to a sale to see what forms of payments they accept. Some sales do not accept credit or debit cards while others do not accept checks. If in doubt, use cash.

Share the Love

It is always more fun to shop with a friend. If you know someone who has never been to a consignment sale, do her a big favor and invite her along. My sister-in-law took me to my first consignment sale 10 years ago and now I can’t imagine shopping for the majority of my kids’ clothes and toys any other way. Shopping consignment sales is a great way to save money and get some much-needed clothes, toys and other items for your kids. With a little practice, you’ll be shopping like a pro in no time. J Julie King is a mother and freelance writer.

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arents spend a lot of time trying to motivate kids. We use chore charts, checklists, reminders and rewards to get them to feed the dog, clean their rooms, and complete schoolwork. But these techniques don’t change behavior long-term. Real motivation must come from within. Whether your child is outgoing or on the shy side, summer camp engages kids to develop self-determination, motivation and resiliency.

The Psychology of Summer Camp Time at camp may be all it takes to spark a little self-determination in your child. I know it sounds too good to be true. Your school-age slacker — the one who expects you to find his homework and pack his lunch — might start doing some things for himself. And your often-bored tween might come home with more pep in her step. Psychologists use self-determination theory (SDT) to explain why some experiences make us feel engaged and excited while others drain and deplete us. The premise is simple: when an activity meets our needs for autonomy, competence and relatedness, we are energized and empowered. Kids’ basic needs are no different from adults’. Kids want to do things for themselves. They crave a sense of accomplishment and routinely seek feedback (“Look what I made, Mom!”). Kids thrive on connections with loved ones and peers. Feelings of belonging boost their self-worth. Summer camp offers loads of opportunities to meet all these needs. And that should make kids (and the parents who love them) very happy campers indeed.

Autonomy The need for autonomy is satisfied when kids control their own lives. At camp, your son will have endless opportunities care for himself. Staff won’t select his clothes, organize the contents of locker or remind him to put on deodorant. No one will delay dessert until he eats his veggies. Independence is what camp is all about. Don’t worry. The world won’t stop if your son wears the same shirt three days in a row. His peers will speak up if he gets super stinky. During the school year, many kids jump from one regularly scheduled activity to the next with no unstructured time in between. Camp puts kids in charge of their own activities. Maybe your daughter will take a hike. Maybe she’ll paint pottery. Maybe she’ll write you an e-mail. It is up to her to decide how she’ll spend her free time. One thing is certain: she won’t sit around whining about having nothing to do. And if she does, you won’t be there to hear it.

growing up Competence The need for competence is satisfied when kids learn new things and get positive feedback about their efforts. Your child might choose a camp focused on art, science, sports or music. Or he may opt for a good old-fashioned sleep-away experience, complete with row boats and weenie roasts. Some camp activities may be outside your kid’s comfort zone. Stretching is good. Your child may be unsure she can cross the slippery log over the creek. She may tremble with excitement about her role in the theater production. Peers and counselors will coax her along and give constructive advice. By the end of camp, she’ll be the star of her own adventure stories. If your child is an experienced camper, encourage him to share what he knows with new campers. Being an ambassador or mentor affirms kids’ competence in a big way. Teaching a peer how to trim a sail or chip a golf ball out of the tall grass will take your son’s skills to a higher level. His confidence will soar in response.

Relatedness Your biggest concerns about summer camp may center on the social scene. Your child may not know anyone on arrival. That’s okay. Camps create connections in many ways. Your child will be instantly bonded with bunkmates because they share a home base. Family-style dining and friendly competitions encourage interaction, too. The pursuit of shared goals — like building a robot or putting a frog in the counselor’s sleeping bag — cements kids’ camaraderie. Extroverted kids may make lots of friends at camp. Less sociable souls may not. What matters most is that kids have opportunities to talk, play and live with a diverse group of peers. They won’t all become fast friends. Learning to navigate the choppy waters of friendship formation is a big part of the camp experience. Your child’s social skill set will expand — even if she doesn’t find a new best friend. No matter what your child takes to camp, he’ll come home with a suitcase full of memories and a renewed sense of self-determination. You’ll see it as soon as he wakes from his long post-camp nap. J Heidi Smith Luedtke, Ph.D., is a personality psychologist and mom of two who shares psychology lessons for real life at heidiluedtke.com/ blog.

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Animal Camp at Cub Creek

16795 Hwy E, Rolla, MO 573-458-2125 myanimalcamp.com • director@bearriverranch.com Home to over 250 animals. Our 26 week-long courses include Jr. Vet, Adopt an Animal, culinary science, survival skills, crime science, pottery, arts and crafts, and much more. Our facility is top-notch with spacious, air-conditioned cabins, swimming pool and great food, all on more than 240 acres. Junior camps for ages 7 - 11. Senior camps for ages 12 - 16. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Camp Laney

916 West River Road, Mentone 256-634-4066 camplaney.com • rmhammond@mindspring.com Camp Laney is an independent, traditional boys’ camp located on Lookout Mountain in northeastern Alabama. Camp Laney is accredited by the ACA and offers four two-week sessions for ages 8 - 14 and a one-week junior camp session for boys finishing grade 2. Activities include canoeing, water slide, swimming, team sports, ropes course, climbing wall, mountain biking, bouldering, archery, riflery and tennis. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Camp Wekeela

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599 Jones Mill Road, La Vergne 459-3971 campyi.org • campyidirector@gmail.com Beautifully situated on 175 acres overlooking Percy Priest Lake, Camp Y.I. has been a summer playground for thousands of youth since 1945. Activities such as kneeboarding, skiing, tubing, canoeing, horseback riding, climbing, obstacle course, team building, creating and more have encouraged campers to play, learn and grow in the outdoors. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Deer Run Christian Camps

3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station 794-2918 camps.deerrunretreat.org • registration@deerrunretreat.org On 100 wooded acres just south of Franklin. Campers grow in character, respect, leadership and build life-long friendships. Six nights (Sun. p.m. - Sat. a.m.). Preteen to high school (completed grades 3 - 12). Activities include horseback riding, aqua park, kayaks, zip line, ropes course, climbing tower, paintball, night hiking, BB guns, archery, wiffle ball, wild water games, skits, worship, small group Bible study. Campers receive a t-shirt and DVD of their week. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Horton Haven Christian Camp

1750 Bear Pnd Road, Hartford, ME 201-612-5125 campwekeela.com • ephram@campwekeela.com A coed residential camp nestled on Little Bear Pond in the beautiful state of Maine. Water skiing, tennis, outdoor adventure, land sports, water sports, creative, performing and culinary arts are core components of our programs. We also offer an Outdoor Adventure Tripping program. Our campers may cycle in Acadia National Park, explore Bar Harbor or camp out under the infinite Maine starlit sky. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

3711 Reed Harris Road, Lewisburg 931-364-7656 hortonhaven.org • info@hortonhaven.org FB: HortonHavenChristianCamp Affordable and conveniently located one hour south of Nashville. One-week sessions for ages 8 - 11, 12 - 14 and 15 - 18. Campers participate in horseback riding, archery, air rifles, canoeing, crafts, swimming and many other exciting activities. Teens can experience our 45 ft. high zipline that spans 600 ft. Bible lessons are taught daily. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Camp Woodmont

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381 Moonlight Drive, Cloudland, GA 706-398-0833 campwoodmont.com • alyson@campwoodmont.com On Lookout Mountain in northwestern Georgia. A traditional, overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6 14. Just 30 minutes from Chattanooga, we feature 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 20, 2 - 5 p.m. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

at Vanderbilt University, 2301 Vanderbilt Place, Nashville 410-2284 nashvillechineseschool.org • ncssummercamp@gmail.com The first Mandarin Chinese immersion camp in Nashville. Camps held on the Vanderbilt campus. Taught by certified native speakers from the Nashville Chinese School. Beginners to advanced learners, ages 8 17. Experience authentic culture from language to martial arts to traditional cuisine. Camp registration starts Mar. 1. Space is limited. continued on page 55 ...

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757 CR 614, Mentone, AL 800-882-0722 riverviewcamp.com • info@riverviewcamp.com Voted #1 sleep-away camp seven years in a row 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. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

TPGA Junior Golf Academy

400 Franklin Road, Franklin 790-7600 golfhousetennessee.com/academy • gcude@pgahq.com The TPGA Junior Golf Academy is an overnight camp for ages 10 - 17. Located at the Golf House TN Learning Center, the Academy is for players of all ability levels. The Golf House TN Learning Center also offers day clinics for ages 4 - 17. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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606 Valley View Ranch Road, Cloudland, GA 30731 valleyviewranch.com • info@valleyviewranch.com Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! A’top Lookout Mountain, for 60 girls, 8 - 17; 1 - 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 horse. The Jones family are third generation horse lovers, camp administrators and equine educators making girls dreams come true. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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YMCA Camp Ocoee

111 YMCA Drive, Ocoee 423-338-5588 campocoee.com • info@campocoee.com 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 - 17. 4:1 camper to staff ratio. Strong Christian environment. Activities include paintball, whitewater rafting, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking, camp outs and much more. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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3088 Smith Springs Road, Antioch 360-2267 campwidji.org • dlogsdon@ymcamidtn.org Voted #1 overnight camp by Nashville Parent magazine readers. Offering one- and two-week sessions for campers rising grade 3 - grade 9. Serving young men and young women. At Widjiwagan campers will strengthen confidence, forge friendships and sharpen character through programs and activities that build independence and social skills. Activities include: water skiing, Wet Willy water slide, The Blob, sailing, soccer, basketball, alpine tower, zip line, archery, horseback riding and much more. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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15354 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville 294-1041 theartsplace.org • miriam@theartsplace.org At The Arts Place, experience ways to unleash your creativity! Join us for workshops, camps, productions and more. “Punchinello” an original musical based on Max Lucado’s Wemmicks books, Mar. 16 and 17, 7:30 p.m. at Christ Church Nashville, Wallace Chapel. Tickets are $10, children under 12 $5.

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Barn Swallow Summer Camp

9667 Luther Lane, Bon Aqua 533-5369 barnswallowsummercamp.com 931-670-6590 A farm day camp for the sports enthusiast, nature seeker and animal lover. Kids pick four activities each day: nature hikes, football, Airsoft field, wiffle ball, gardening, archery, petting farm, dairy cow education/ milking, arts, creative play, a water center/cool off area, creek hikes, fishing, general farm animal education, introduction to horseback riding and more. Transportation provided from three locations.

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336 Ernest Rice Lane, Franklin 794-3501 battlegroundacademy.org • roc.batten@mybga.org BGA summer camps have something for children of all ages beginning at age 5. From sports to enrichment to academic camps, you can spend the summer at BGA. Conveniently located in Franklin, access is easy from I-65, Franklin Road and Hillsboro Road. Before- and after-care is available.

Beetles, Bugs and Butterflies, Belmont University

1900 Belmont Ave., Nashville 460-6431 belmont.edu/biology/bbb • terri.templeman@belmont.edu Our 20th year. 2- or 3-hour day camps introduce children to the biology of insects and other arthropods. Short field trips to collect and observe insects taken daily. Children are encouraged to bring in insects for discussion. Materials such as collecting equipment, field guides and refreshments will be provided. Class sizes range from 10 - 20 students. All classes will meet on Belmont University campus.

Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate

1911 Business Campus Drive, Murfreesboro 890-6755 1820 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro 893-6003 bskonline.com • bushido96@aol.com We have been holding summer karate programs in Murfreesboro since 1973. Our summer program will use your child’s natural enthusiasm about martial arts training to teach focus, discipline and listening skills. Register early and ask how to get our summer program absolutely FREE! Martial arts is ideal for your whole family. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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Brentwood Academy Summer Camps

219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood 373-0611 x165 brentwoodacademy.com/camps • mike_vazquez@brentwoodacademy.com Brentwood Academy offers summer day camps for boys and girls beginning in Kindergarten through high school. We offer over 25 camps in the areas of sports, fine arts and academics. We have something to interest every child. Join us for a summer of fun! see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Carpe Artista

506 Legacy Drive, Smyrna 378-7845 carpeartista.com • ron.alley@carpeartista.com Need a place where you can be active, creative and dramatic? Spring Break and Summer Arts Camps by Carpe Artista/Actors Point Theatre, located in Smyrna and Hendersonville. Children grades 3 – 12 will experience dramatic theater, visual arts and a rock band experience. Registration information is available online.

Camp Idyllwild

3139 Blue Buck Creek Road, Duck River 383-0589 campidyllwild.com • campidyllwild@gmail.com A unique day camp to inspire children with a love for nature. Eco-science and nature-based programs as well as traditional summer activities. Learn about animal habitats and ecology. Arts and crafts, organic gardening, archery, wall climbing, rappelling, pottery, wood and leather working, and caring for the camp’s three Alpacas. Bus transportation from Nashville and Franklin. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Camp St. Cecilia

4210 Harding Road, Nashville 298-4525 stcecilia.edu • pikea@stcecilia.edu Camp St. Cecilia offers camps in arts, athletics and academics for girls ages 4 - 17. New camps this year include lacrosse, babysitter training, science olympics, core conditioning, dance and service. Come be a Scarab this summer at St. Cecilia Academy! Morning and afternoon sessions available. Visit our website for more information. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Cheekwood Summer Camps

1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville 353-9827 cheekwood.org/education/summer_camps • kterrell@cheekwood.org Give an experience of a lifetime in Cheekwood’s museum of art, botanical garden and art studios. Cheekwood brings hands-on fun into our educational programming. Make creative artwork or get your hands dirty gardening. Our staff provides interactive projects and quality materials for your camp to explore and have fun. continued on page 59 ...

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chesscamp.com • gamebuildercamp.com/video.htm 888-65-CHESS (652-4377) Camps held at Currey Ingram Academy in Brentwood, Jul. 16 - 20. Chess Camp: Campers experience chess instruction and play in a fun-filled environment designed to improve their skills. Includes a mix of classroom instruction and practice sessions. Ages 5 - 15. Video Game Creation Camp: Starting with basic commands, campers will be taught in a step-by-step progression how to build a game that they design. Ages 8 - 15.

The Covenant School Summer Camp Program

33 Burton Hills Blvd., Nashville 467-2313 thecovenantschool.com • tclement@thecovenantschool.com We’ll be digging into science and nature, cooking southern style, exploring the arts, going on an Indiana Jones adventure, sports of all sorts and more! Covenant camps will run from the week of Jun. 11 through the week of Jul. 16. Call or visit our website for more information.

Creative Me Gymnastics

871 Seven Oaks Blvd., Smyrna 459-5512 cmegym.com • cmegym@aol.com We are offering seven themed one-week day camps for Summer 2012! Each camp offers swimming lessons, special themes, and field trips. Registration starts Mar. 1. Before- and after-care available. Number of students is limited so register early. See our website for all the details.

Creekside Riding Academy Horse Camp

2359 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin 595-7547 creeksideridingstables.com • creeksidestables@gmail.com Offers summer riding day camps, Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. every week during June and July. Lessons and family trail rides also available. Lessons and camps teach proper riding techniques, grooming, safe handling and tacking up. Fun and adventure for ages 5 and up.

Currey Ingram Academy Summer Camps

Dance and Drama at Franklin School of Performing Arts

1885 Gen. George Patton Drive, Franklin 377-9606 franklinschoolofperformingarts.com • info@franklinschoolofperformingarts.com Featuring one week summer camps: Ballet Princess (ages 4 - 8); Dance Sampler (ages 6 - 10); Jazz and Tap (ages 7 - 12); and Hip-Hop and Street Dance (age 6 - 13). Also offering weekly classes in acting, creative movement, ballet, jazz, tap, modern, fitness for kids (ages 8 - 12) and stretching (ages 10 - 18). Celebrating our 21st year! View our website for camp details.

The Dancer’s School

2159 N. Thompson Lane C-5, Murfreesboro 907-1155 thedancersschool.com • thedancersschool@live.com June/July Summer Dance dates TBA April 2. Email or call to request registration information. Ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, hip-hop, modern, contemporary. Ages 3 - adult. Disciplined, fun classes. 40 year tradition of stellar service.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring

502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro 890-2300 discoverycenteronline.org There’s something for everyone at our hands-on summer camps! From science survival to art to game show camps, there’s something for every child. Member registration begins Feb. 1. Non-member registration begins Mar. 1. Call or visit our website for more information. continued on page 60 ...

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6544 Murray Lane, Brentwood 507-3176 curreyingram.org/camps • bev.fulkerson@curreyingram.org Summer is around the corner, and the fun awaits at Currey Ingram Academy. Whether it’s rock-and-roll, theater, sports, arts, adventure or horses, we’ve got you covered. Our camps are held on our 83-acre campus just 8 - 10 miles form downtown Nashville and Cool Springs. Summer with us in Beech Creek Valley.

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Deer Run Christian Camps

3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station 794-2918 camps.deerrunretreat.org • registration@deerrunretreat.org Grades K - 5 and Adventure Day Camps grades 6 - 8. On 100 wooded acres just south of Franklin. Mon. Fri., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., extended care available. Bus service from six locations. Aqua park, kayaks, zip line, kickball, BB guns, archery, crafts, climbing tower, creek wading, worship, interactive Bible study. Adventure Camps include 3-D archery, Leap of Faith, paintball, tree climbing with ropes and harnesses, outdoor education and survival skills. Campers receive a t-shirt and DVD of their week. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Civil War Adventure History’s Mysteries War of 1812 Adventure Miss Mary’s Academy Stitching History

Dr. Friday’s Entrepreneurship Camp for Kids

5115 Maryland Way, Brentwood 367-0819 drfriday.com/kids • friday@drfriday.com We provide real situations that reward focus, determination, teamwork, creativity, communication skills and self-esteem. The children enjoy participating in hands-on activities to learn the business basics and have fun doing it. Children ages 8 - 14 yrs. Visit our website for prices, dates and times. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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7401 Hwy. 100, Nashville 301-8916 bigecamps.com • smith@ensworth.com Big E Sports Camps offers a fun opportunity to improve skills and more! Various camps and leagues offered to boys and girls grades K – 12. Excellence in teaching and coaching. Up-to-the-minute facilities and equipment. A welcoming community of coaches, counselors and campers.

Ensworth School – Red Gable Camps

211 Ensworth Ave., Nashville 301-5353 ensworth.com • hooperc@ensworth.com Camps on the Ensworth Red Gables campus offer summer fun for elementary children. Our week-long sessions in June include robotics, knitting, geocaching, young writers, and more. To register online, visit our web site, hover over Camps and select Camps and Leagues from the list.

Father Ryan High School

700 Norwood Drive, Nashville 383-9056 fatherryan.org/camps Sessions begin May 28 and run through July 20. Camps offered for rising K – grade 12 in activities like sports, art and web design. New offerings include a strength training camp. After-care available. Registration and schedules available online. Early registration discount available through Feb. 15.

Fellowship School of Dance

1210 Franklin Road, Brentwood 277-9434 fellowshipnashville.org/children/school-of-dance Dance this summer at Fellowship School of Dance! We are pleased to offer a variety of dance camps and intensive training opportunities for students ranging from ages 3 - 20. Class size is limited, so register early.

Firstlight Arts Academy

1710 Gen. George Patton Drive, Ste 108, Brentwood 202-6426 firstlightart.org Art instruction for enthusiastic kids, teens, & adults! Drawing, painting and cartooning for ages 4 - adult. Summer camps & classes, as well as ongoing school-year programs. In Cool Springs.

Franklin Road Academy

4700 Franklin Road, Nashville 831-0769 franklinroadacademy.com • martinj@franklinroadacademy.com With new and exciting camps, Summer FRA is the place to be for your camp experience! Camps for preK - grade 8, as well as adults. Offering the ultimate in scheduling flexibility with week-long, half-day camps including sports, enrichment, arts and academics. Half-day camps can be combined to make a full day and create a one-of-a-kind camp experience. Extended day service offered for before and after camps. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Harding Academy Summer Programs

170 Windsor Drive, Nashville 948-7005 hardingacademy.org • jankowskia@hardingacademy.us Harding offers week-long day camps for children preK - grade 8. Camp favorites include film, theater, Mr. Bond’s science adventures and camps that are wacky and fun. Our popular athletic camps include volleyball, football, soccer and lacrosse for all skill levels. Camps run from Jun. 11 - 29 and Jul. 9 - Aug. 3. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Harpeth Hall Summer Camps

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Join us on Saturday June 16th from noon-4:00 pm as we celebrate our 40th anniversary! Select activities will be open for both campers young (and young at heart). Smore’s, tie-dye, cake and much more! All are welcome to this special day on the farm. Please visit our website to learn more and to RSVP. www.whippoorwill.com • whippoorwill@starband.net 7840 Whippoorwill Lane Fairview, TN 37062 • 615-799-9925 62 march 2012

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7385 Old Harding Road, Nashville 662-1466 hysa-tn.org HYSA has an array of camps and clinics available to soccer players of all ages and skill levels. Great coaches and great facilities.

Horton Haven Christian Camp

3711 Reed Harris Road, Lewisburg 931-364-7656 hortonhaven.org • info@hortonhaven.org Come out and explore! Each day is filled with laughter and adventure. Activites include inflatable water slides, bible lessons, crafts, guided horseback rides, swimming and much more. Choose from three oneweek sessions or come back for all three (Jun. 25 - 29, Jul. 19 - 23 and Jul. 16 - 20). Space is limited. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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iD Tech Camps and iD Teen Academies

Camps held on the Vanderbilt campus 1-888-709-TECH (8324) internaldrive.com • info@internalDrive.com Gain a competitive edge! Ages 7 - 18 create iPhone apps, video games, movies, and more at week-long, day and overnight programs held at Vanderbilt, UNC-Chapel Hill, Emory, Stanford and others. Also 2-week, teen-only programs held at Yale, Duke, Harvard and other universities: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy (filmmaking and photography). see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

• Christian environment • Daily devotions • More than 20 camps • Experienced, licensed teachers • Half-day and full-day options • Affordable price

Jan Williams School of Music and Theatre

Weekly camps begin June 11!

500 Wilson Pike Circle, Ste. 104, Brentwood 371-8086 janwilliamsmusic.com Serving Middle Tennessee since 1984. Kindermusik Adventure Camps for ages infant - 5 yrs. Keyboard camps for ages 4 - 8 yrs. Music theater camps for ages 4 yrs. - teens. Partnership/performances with beautiful Town Centre Theatre in Brentwood. Programs performed at the end of each camp.

Let it Shine Gymnastics

Our Savior Lutheran Academy 5110 Franklin Road, Nashville 833-1500 • oslanashville.org

Mr Bond the Science Guy Summer Camps

Multiple locations including MPA, Harding Academy, GJCC and BGA 573-2702 keith@mrbondscienceguy.com Energy Camp, CSI-Nashville, Space Camp, Crazy Chemistry Camp, Bizarre Science, Mini Bizarre Science (perfect for 4 - 5 year olds) and Environmental Science. Come have fun and learn. As Mr. Bond says, “Just Goo It!”

Nashville Shores

4001 Bell Road, Hermitage 889-7050 nashvilleshores.com • info@nashvilleshores.com Nashville Shores Summer Camp is a program for children ages 5 - 12 featuring crafts, educational games, junior lifeguard classes, swim lessons, nature activities, lake sports and fun time in the water park. The summer camp is a day camp that is one week long, Mon. - Fri. Visit our website for more information. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Oak Hill Day Camp

4815 Franklin Road, Nashville 298-9583 fpcnashville.org/recreation • lgreen@fpcnashville.org Traditional day camp for children 3.5 yrs. – grade 8 in the heart of Nashville. Swimming, horseback riding, ropes course, archery, sports and more. ACA accredited.

Our Savior Lutheran Academy Camps

5110 Franklin Road, Nashville 833-1500 oslanashville.org Weekly camps begin Jun. 11. More than 20 camps (both half- and full-day options) in a great Christian environment at an affordable price.

Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary

545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood 370-4672 owlshill.org • owlshill@bellsouth.net Owl’s Hill Camps offer “Summer As It Used To Be!” Camps include Screech Owl (ages 5 - 7), Nature Ranger (ages 8 - 11) and Adventurers (ages 5 - 11). All feature nature-related activities, catching tadpoles, building forts and wildlife programs featuring live animals. Sessions are small so campers get personal attention. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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1892 Gen. George Patton Drive, Franklin 369-3547 lisgym.com • gyminfo@letitshinegym.com We offer a super funtastic summer camp. Ages 3 - 12. Camp is 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. with extended care available from 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Kids will have a funtastic time on our trampolines, zip line, rocket blaster, star castle and rock wall, as well as participating in volleyball, basketball, floor hockey, swimming and gymnastics. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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3630 Redmon St., Nashville 297-2966 ext. 33 nashvilleballet.com • kspinazzola@nashvilleballet.com Dance camps and junior intensives for students ages 3 - 15. Half- and full-day options are available with locations in both Nashville and Brentwood. Students bring their own sack lunch and drink. Have fun, make new friends and learn from the best.

Southern Girls Rock & Roll Camp/TN Teens Rock Camp Murfreesboro and Nashville sgrrc.org • tnrockcamp.org Southern Girls Rock & Roll Camp is a summer day camp for girls ages 10 - 17. SGRRC’s mission is to support a culture of positive self-esteem and collaboration among girls while building community through music. SGRRC recognizes the potential of every young woman to be a strong, talented, creative and empowered individual while providing a safe space where all girls rock.

Tap Root Farm

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4104 Clovercroft Road, Franklin 794-3358 taprootfarm.com Children will learn about farm life, where real food comes from and how it grows. They will work with large and small animals, understanding what it takes and how to care for them. Campers will be a member of a farm family team in which they will have responsibilities. Tap Root Summer Farm Camp is about young people taking an opportunity to get back in touch with themselves.

Tennessee Foreign Language Institute

227 French Landing Drive, Ste. 100, Nashville 741-7579 tfli.org • info@tfli.org Spanish Camp from the Tennessee Foreign Language Institute is a fun, exciting way for your child to learn a new language! With small group sizes and fluent instructors experienced in working with children, kids learn Spanish through games, songs, role playing, arts and crafts, food and more. Details online. The exceptional summer program at The Goddard School® includes: • • • • • • • • • •

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Tennessee PGA Junior Golf - Golf House Tennessee

400 Franklin Road, Franklin 790-7600 golfhousetennessee.com The TPGA Junior Golf Academy is an overnight camp for ages 10 - 17. Located at the Golf House Tennessee Learning Center, the Academy is for players of all ability levels. The Golf House Tennessee Learning Center also offers day clinics for ages 4 - 17.

Travellers Rest Plantation

636 Farrell Pkwy., Nashville 832-8197 travellersrestplantation.org • tonya@travellersrestplantation.org Travellers Rest’s summer camps are one of Nashville’s best hidden treasures full of adventure, creativity, mystery, and fun! Learn the mysteries of the past with History’s Mysteries camp. Put a stitch in time with our great sewing camp. Become a museum leader in the Junior Docent program. Or embark on an adventure with Civil War and Frontier Adventure camp! see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

USN Summer Camps (University School of Nashville)

2000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville 566-7046 usn.org/summer • jkleiner@usn.org Make USN Summer Camps your choice for a fun and enriching experience this summer. Many of the camps are led by members of our talented faculty who bring their expertise and varied passions to diverse programming in sports, academics, the arts and technology. Flexible morning and afternoon scheduling allows either full- or half-day experiences. After-care available from 4 - 5 p.m. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

Watkins College of Art and Design

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2298 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville 383-4848 watkins.edu/community • community@watkins.edu Watkins’ Summer of the Arts programs provide art-making experiences that engage and inspire youth ages 5 - 18 to find their inner artist. The fundamentals of art are taught while individual creativity and self-expression are encouraged. Class topics include clay, cartooning, bookmaking, printmaking, painting, fiber arts and more.

The Wave Daycamp, First Baptist Church of Hendersonville

106 Bluegrass Commons Blvd., Hendersonville 615-447-1397 firstbaptisthendersonville.com • daycamp@fbchtn.org In the Wave, our primary focus is to encourage each camper in their relationship with the Lard and to have a blast while doing it. We are a high-energy summer program where campers move from one exciting activity to the next. We pride ourselves in being unquestionably safe.

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7840 Whippoorwill Lane, Fairview 799-9925 whippoorwill.com • whippoorwill@starband.net Celebrating our 40th summer! Campers choose their own activities. Daily activities include creek play, horseback riding, arts and crafts, zip line, rappelling and more. We provide a safe and fun environment where campers enjoy the wonder of the outdoors and make lifelong friendships. Bus transportation is provided from Nashville, Brentwood and Franklin. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

YMCA Camp Widjiwagan

3088 Smith Springs Road, Antioch, TN 37013 360-2267 campwidji.org • dlogsdon@ymcamidtn.org Voted #1 Day Camp by Nashville Parent readers 14 years in a row! Serving boys and girls rising grade 1 - grade 8. Camp Widjiwagan is just minutes from downtown Nashville. Bus transportation is available. Activities include water skiing, banana boating, swimming, canoeing, sailing, kayaking, Tom Sawyer swing, The Blob, 150 ft. Wet Willy water slides, equestrian school, street hockey, alpine tower, zip line, fishing, tennis, basketball, soccer, crafts, lacrosse, archery and much more. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

YMCA Day Camps

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ymcamidtn.org/summer-camps 259-9622 Camping at the Y is about learning skills, developing character and making friends. Our camps are also places where kids become a community as they engage in physical, social and educational activities that teach how to be more independent and contribute to a group. Each week includes swimming and field trips.

YMCA Summer Adventure

Camps offered at participating school locations 259-3418 ymcafunco.org The summer component of the YMCA’s Fun Company out-of-school time program, Summer Adventure offers campers daily fun in a safe, supervised environment. Offering full-day excitement, campers will learn skills, develop character and make new friends, all while engaging in physical, social and educational activities.

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SUMMER ACTIVITIES AND AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS Above The Rim Basketball Academy

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

Advantage Models and Talent

230 Franklin Road, Ste. 802, Franklin 790-5001 advantagemodel.com • info@advantagemodel.com Be A Star summer camp at Advantage. Dream of being on TV, a Fashion Model, on Broadway? Start experiencing your dream! Weeks of Jun. 18 - 22 or Jul. 16 - 20. Register early for discounted price rate. Ages 7 - 14. New on Tuesdays: Weekly acting for film/TV classes for ages 7 and up. Weekly modeling/ acting class for ages 3 - 6. Registering for Saturday modeling classes or acting workshops.

Barfield School of Dance

2298 Barfield Road, Murfreesboro 896-3118 barfieldschoolofdance.com • mail@barfieldschoolofdance.com We offer dance instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, hip-hop, Irish, Kinderdance and Kindermusik, ages newborn - adult. All programs are developmentally appropriate and designed to meet the needs of each dancer. Our goal is to develop within each dancer a love for and a skill in the art of dance providing a sound dance education.

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

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E.T.C. Gymnastics

1137 Haley Road, Murfreesboro 867-6900 1932 Almaville Road, Smyrna 617-7644 etcgymnastics.com â&#x20AC;˘ coachken@etcgymnastics.com 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 parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; nights out. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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Mpact Sports

this event, featuring conductor and composer Brian Balmages, you will learn how to prepare for college, build your resume, prepare for auditions, find scholarships, develop leadership skills, participate in an ensemble experience, have private and group instruction, gain introductions to musical composition and recording, and make new friendships!

1647 Mallory Lane, Ste. 102, Brentwood 377-3444 mpactgymnastics.com MPACT your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school year with the right balance of athletic training, character building and social/ team outlets. Gymnastics for 10 mos. - adult, cheer for 5 - 18 yrs. and martial arts for ages 4 - 104. Competitive teams and proper training. Low teacher/student ratios. Our goal is to help your child develop to their fullest within their sport of choice and encourage learning. Come see why Mpact is the best kept secret in Cool Springs!

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330 Franklin Road, Brentwood 371-5437 204 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville 824-8002 my-gym.com/brentwood â&#x20AC;˘ my-gym.com/hendersonville 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 student-teacher ratios help children 3 mos. - 13 yrs. develop excellent fitness habits in a non-competitive way.

Peachtree Farms Eqeustrian Center

4819 Hwy 96 E, Arrington 419-1089 peachtreefarms.com â&#x20AC;˘ polly@peachtreefarms.com PFEC offers afternoon and weekend lesson programs for those who want to learn how to ride safely and correctly. Both English and Western lessons are offered in a great environment where children can have fun and fresh air after a stressful day at school. For the serious rider, the CHA-approved facility and USPC Riding Center offer a chance to excel in competition.

FOR: Students in 9th through 12th grade COST: $400 (limited scholarships available) $350 Early Bird Registration (Through April 1) DATES: June 4-8 (Monday through Friday) TIMES: 8:30 to 5:00 daily THEMES: Preparation for applying to colleges and auditioning for scholarships For more information contact the Department of Music at 615-248-1291 www.trevecca.edu/music

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103 Confederate Drive, Ste. 1, Franklin 599-7003 ebdtdanceandarts.ning.com â&#x20AC;˘ ebdtdance@ureach.com Promoting adult dance, fitness and the performing arts for ages 2 - 70+. Small classes, economical fee, workshops and loft-style classrooms with sprung floors. Faith-based, non-recital school. Non-mandatory in-school dance concerts to teach performance skills.

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Volley Ball Basketball Gymnastics Floor Hockey Sylvan Learning Centers Football 1227 Lakeview Drive, Unit 4, Franklin Wiffle Ball sylvanfranklin@gmail.com Indoor Games 2000 Richard Jones Road, Suite 178, Nashville (Green Hills) Outdoor Games sylvangreenhills@gmail.com

Call for our summer schedule of gymnastics classes for ages 12 mos. and up

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860-9111 110 Glancy St., Suite 211, Nashville (Rivergate) northdavidsonsylvan@gmail.com Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of tutoring and supplemental education services to students of all ages and skill levels. Our tutors tailor individualized learning plans that build the skills, habits and attitudes students need to succeed in school and in life. Affordable tutoring instruction in math, reading, writing, study skills, homework help and test prep. Visit one of our centers or call for a free consultation.

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taskwhiztutoring.com 656-3532 Serving Davidson, Rutherford and Sumner counties. Affordable and convenient in-home tutoring for all subjects, grades K - 12. Catch up or get ahead in math, reading, chemistry, Spanish and more. Prepare for the SAT or ACT. Get homework help or improve study skills and test taking techniques. One-on-one personalized instruction. Sun. - Thu., 9 a.m. - 9 p.m..

Trevecca Summer Institute

333 Murfreesboro Road, Nashville 615-248-1545 trevecca.edu • ddiehl@trevecca.edu College pre for high school students featuring Brian Balmages. Performance in a large ensemble. Group instruction. Private instruction. College prep symposium in: building a resumé; and preparing for an audition; identifying and applying for scholarships. Electives in composing, theory, and music technology.

Wado Karate Centers

2444 Morris Gentry Blvd., Antioch 399-3992 406 Two Mile Pike, Goodlettsville 859-9473 667 Presidents Place, Smyrna 399-3992 wadokaratecenters.com • taylorhayden@msn.com Two-week “Quick Start Program” for $19.95. For ages 3 - adult. Designed to instill self-control, selfconfidence and boost self-esteem. Our classes are the product of more than 40 years of refinement and offer life skills along with karate skills. Call or email for more information or to register.

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The cast of Mary Poppins.

mary poppins takes flight at tpac

march 20 - 25

ne of the biggest stage musical successes to emerge in recent years, Mary Poppins flies into Nashville this month, sure to be a big hit with families. “This is the Mary Poppins you know and love with magical touches,” says Kathleen O’Brien, president and CEO of TPAC. “Great special effects, Disney magic and plenty of Mary’s trademark flying make this an experience family members of all ages will love sharing together,” she adds. TPAC is located at 505 Deaderick St., Nashville. Show times are Tue - Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Sun 1 and 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $30.50 - $72.50 and are going fast! Call 782-4040 or visit tpac.org.

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thu 1 2012 Women’s SEC Tournament All ages can enjoy four days of college women’s basketball. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; times vary; $90; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com. FREE Easter Coloring Contest Ages 3 - 10 can pick up a coloring sheet for a chance to win prizes in age-specific categories. Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview; entries will be accepted through 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 29; 799-9331 or wcparksandrec.com. Lessons for Ladies This month-long tour features domestic

arts, etiquette and education of women during the 19th century. Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun 1 - 4 p.m.; $8.50 adults, $6.50 students, $3 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger; 459-2341 or samdavishome.org.

Music of the Americas The Murfreesboro Symphony Orchestra presents a collection of works from North and Latin America. First United Methodist Church, 265 W. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; 7:30 p.m.; $10 - $40; 898-1862 or murfreesborosymphony.com. Nashville Lawn and Garden Show Explore live gardens,

fountains, waterfalls, gazebos and outdoor living spaces with the theme, “Gardens Past, Present and Future.” Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Ave., Nashville; Thu - Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $10 adults, $1 ages 12 and younger; 876-7680 or nashvillelawnandgardenshow.com.

Nature Nuts All ages can make nature crafts. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

FREE Strollercoasters Parents with children ages birth to

5 years can enjoy a stroller exercise activity followed by poststrolling activities. General Bragg Trailhead, 1540 W. College St., Murfreesboro; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; 893-2141 or mtate@murfreesborotn.gov.

Thursday Crafternoon All ages can make chalkboard lap desks. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

fri 2 2012 Women’s SEC Tournament Please see Thursday, March 1 listing.

Diana Ross The former lead singer of The Supremes performs a night of music. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $79.50 - $125; 889-3060 or ryman.com.

The Nashville Irish Step Dancers present Celtic Rhythms on Fire at McGavock High School, March 3 - 4.

Jazz Series Jazz vocalist Cassandra Wilson joins the Nashville Symphony for an evening of music. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $44 - $104; 6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

sat 3

Nashville Lawn and Garden Show Please see Thursday, March 1 listing.

Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist, walk through the wetlands and explore the lily pad pond. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

FREE 18th Annual Spring Craft Show Nearly 70 booths will have crafts such as stained glass, jewelry, woodworking, crochet, quilted items, dolls and more. The Easter Bunny arrives at 1 p.m. to take pictures with kids. Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 3020971, ext. 16, or wcparksandrec.com. 2012 Women’s SEC Tournament Please see Thursday, March 1 listing.

FREE Animal Encounters All ages can learn about a critter that calls Tennessee home. The Wilderness Station, 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. Ballet Ball Ben Folds, The Civil Wars and Nashville Ballet

dancers share the stage for this fundraising gala (ages 21 and older) for the ballet’s education and community engagement programs. The evening includes a cocktail reception, silent auction and seated dinner. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $500; 297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.

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March 3 • 1:00 p.M. Making RecoRds at HistoRic Rca studio B

Visit and record a song at the former recording home of Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, the Everly Brothers, and many others. Ages 9-15 with chaperone. Reservations required. $5 per participant. Transportation to Studio B is provided. The bus departs from the Museum promptly at 1:00 p.m.and returns at 2:30 p.m.

ONE WEEK ONLY!

March 20-25 TPAC’S JACKSON HALL tpac.org/marypoppins • 615-782-4040 TPAC Box Office Downtown Groups of 10 or more call 615-782-4060 SPONSORED IN NASHVILLE BY

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March 24 • noon california country art with hatch show print Create letterpress art with Hatch Show Print. Presented in celebration of the exhibit, The Bakersfield Sound: Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, and California Country, opening March 23. For ages 5 and up. Takes place at the Museum. FREE. Families may tour the Museum on the day of the program at a discounted rate: • $7 for youth (children 5 and under are free) • $12 for adults • Free for Museum members Discounted parking is available at the Pinnacle at Symphony Place garage on Demonbreun Street, between 2nd and 3rd Avenues.

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Snack Attack! All ages can make strawberry yogurt smooth-

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

tue 6 FREE La Leche League of Williamson County Expectant mothers can learn more about breastfeeding and the services provided by La Leche League. Grace Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1153 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin; 10 am.; 834-3287. Parents and Tots Please see Monday, March 5 listing. Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when

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

Tuesdays for Tots: Lovely Ladybugs Preschoolers and their parents can listen to a reading of The Very Lazy Ladybug then visit the studio to make a ladybug craft. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org. Disney Live! Three Classic Fairy Tales, which includes Snow White, Cinderella, and Beauty and the Beast, comes to TPAC on Sunday, March 4. Please see, “On Stage,” page 97, for details. Celtic Rhythms on Fire All ages can enjoy a dance performance by the Nashville Irish Step Dancers. McGavock High School, 3150 McGavock Pike, Nashville; Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $18 adults in advance/$20 at the door, $12 ages 3 - 12; 424-5998 or nashvilleirishstepdancers.com. FREE Connecting Cultures Celebrates Kurdistan Frist

Center staff facilitates an art-making activity for ages 8 and older highlighting the artwork and story of the Kurdish community. Edmondson Pike Area Library, 5501 Edmondson Pike, Nashville; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org.

Dragon Tales The Chinese Arts Alliance celebrates the Year

of the Dragon through a dance performance. Blair School of Music’s Ingram Hall, 2400 Blakemore Ave., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $20 adults, $15 students, $10 ages 9 and younger; 292-6204 or chineseartsalliance.org.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Zumbathon for March of Dimes The Sigma Beta Xi

Sorority Inc. Alpha Xi Chapter hosts this afternoon of zumba that includes hourly drawings and a silent auction benefiting March of Dimes. Cali Studios, 855 W. College St., Murfreesboro; 2 - 5 p.m.; $7 in advance, $10 at the door; 497-7712 for advance tickets, 483-1050 for general info.

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Zumbatomic Ages 4 and older can participate in a dancefitness workout. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m. ages 4 - 8, 4 p.m. ages 9 and older; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

wed 7 Big Time Rush Nickelodeon TV sensation Big Time Rush bring their “Better With U Tour” to Music City. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $25 - $45; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com. FREE Dyer Open House Day Tour the observatory and ask astronomers questions. Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 373-4897 or dyver.vanderbilt.edu.

2012 Women’s SEC Tournament Please see Thursday,

Parents and Tots Please see Monday, March 5 listing.

Celtic Rhythms on Fire Please see Saturday, March 3

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

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FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop Ages 5 - 12 can make a #20 speedster race car from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Find a store near you at homedepot.com.

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Nashville Lawn and Garden Show Please see Thursday,

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FREE Shakespeare Allowed All ages can participate in

Voices of Spring The Nashville Symphony Chorus joins the

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(or just listen to) a reading of Henry VI Part III. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 12 - 3 p.m.; nashvilleshakes. org.

orchestra for works by Bach, Durufle and more. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 3 p.m.; $14 $39; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Nature Nuts All ages can plant seeds in a terrarium. Discovery

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

Wild West Weekend Families can enjoy live music from 1 - 3

Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when

Wild West Weekend A variety of activities take place through-

out the day including the Kids Corral featuring western-inspired art and craft projects, cowboy sing-alongs and more from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., guided tours of the Visions of the American West exhibit at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Cowboy Songs and Campfire Singalongs at 11 a.m. and Go West: Opera at Cheekwood at 2 p.m.

p.m. and a guided tour of the Visions of the American West exhibit at 2 p.m. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

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

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

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to 5 years can enjoy a stroller exercise activity followed by post-strolling fun. Barfield Crescent Park Shelter 4, 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; 893-2141 or mtate@murfreesborotn.gov.

Parents and Tots Preschoolers and their parents can explore the world of Dr. Seuss. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300.

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the dailies SunTrust Classical Series: Russian Masters Violinist Cho-Liang Lin joins the Nashville Symphony for an evening of Russian music including Prokofiev ad Shostakovich. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $39 - $109; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org. Thursday Crafternoon All ages can make chalkboard lap

desks. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

For March events requiring advance registration, turn to page 100.

FREE Art Sparks This arts and crafts open house for all ages

includes demonstrations, hands-on projects, a gallery show and more. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 1 - 3 p.m.; 790-5719, ext. 20, or wcparksandrec.com.

Dragon Tales The Chinese Arts Alliance celebrates the Year

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Mid Tennessee Home Show More than 100 vendors will showcase their products and services for everything needed in and around the home. Hendersonville Expo Center, 90 Volunteer Drive, Hendersonville; Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12 - 4 p.m.; $5; 824-2818 or hendersonvillechamber.org.

FREE Movies in the Library All ages can watch a family

FREE Nashville Opera On Tour Nashville Opera performs

film. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 2 - 4 p.m.; 452-1722 or galltinlibrary.org.

SunTrust Classical Series: Russian Masters Please see

Thursday, March 8 listing.

sat 10 25th Birthday and Seuss Celebration All ages can

celebrate Read Across America Day, Dr. Seuss’ 108th birthday and the Discovery Center’s 25th birthday with cake, art projects, outdoor bubble play, a bounce house, music and more. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $2; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

its youth show, Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing. The Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; 867-2244 or twomack@murfreesborotn.gov.

sun 11 FREE Deer Run Christian Camp Open House Tour the

facilities, meet the camp directors and some of the 2012 summer staff. Deer Run Christian Camp, 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station; 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.; 794-2918 or camps.deerrunretreat.org.

Magic Show Peanut the Clown entertains kids of all ages with death-defying escapes, disappearing feats, card tricks and more. Out Front on Main, 1511 E. Main St., Murfreesboro; 2 p.m.; $5; 869-8617 or outfrontonmain.com. Mid Tennessee Home Show Please see Saturday, March 10 listing.

Winter Jam NewSong hosts this night of Christian music

featuring Skillet, Kari Jobe, Group 1 Crew and more. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 5 p.m.; $10 at the door; 7702000 or bridgestonearena.com.

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

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Second Saturday Take in an after-hours planetarium show.

participate in a Discovery Center Celebration. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Sudekum Planetarium at Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 6:30 p.m. Natural Selection, 8:30 p.m. Laser Country, 9:30 p.m. That ’70s Laser Show, 10:30 p.m. Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon; $4 per show members, $6 nonmembers; 862-5160 or adventuresci.com.

FREE Second Saturday Celebration at Fiddler’s Grove

All ages can step back in time with demonstrations at the turn of the 20th century along with food, music and guided tours. Fiddlers Grove Historical Village, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon; 4 - 9 p.m.; 443-2626 or fiddlersgrove.org.

SunTrust Classical Series: Russian Masters Please see

Thursday, March 8 listing.

Parents and Tots Preschoolers and their parents can

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

Tao: The Art of the Drum Japanese ensemble Tao performs traditional drumming with martial arts, dance and theater. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $29 - $69; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

tue 13 Autism Sings! Country artists Ty Herndon, Bucky

baby and family expo saturday, march 10

utherford Parent, Middle Tennessee Medical Center and Vein Clinics of America present the Baby and Family Expo on Saturday, March 10 from 10 a.m - 3 p.m. at Stones River Mall. This interactive, hands-on event for new and expectant parents features exhibitors with baby clothing, toys, safety equipment, baby and children’s furniture, photographers, local resources, exercise and nutrition, and more. Local children’s entertainers, including Magician Scott Trip, will dazzle little ones, and be sure to participate in games to win prizes. The mall is located at 1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro. Admission is free. Call 256-2158 or visit rutherfordparent.com.

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Covington, Bo Bice and more perform a benefit concert presented by Autism Speaks. Proceeds benefit research efforts at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Autism Research. Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, 322 Broadway, Nashville; 8 p.m.; minimum $5 donation at the door; 238-1625 or autismspeaks.org.

FREE La Leche League of Rutherford County Get support and questions answered

about breastfeeding. Crossway Baptist Church, 4194 Shelbyville Hwy., Murfreesboro; 6 - 8 p.m.; 931-308-9817.

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Parents and Tots Please see Monday, March 12 listing. Tuesdays for Tots: Outstanding Owls Preschoolers and

their parents can learn about barred and screech owls then visit the studio for a related craft activity. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood. org.

wed 14 Parents and Tots Please see Monday, March 12 listing. Snack Attack! All ages can make pot of gold fruit dip. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

thu 15 Andrew Jackson’s Birthday Celebration Celebrate Andrew Jackson’s 245th birthday with children’s games, walking tours, military demonstrations, wagon tours and more, with half-price admission all day. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (a ceremony at Jackson’s tomb takes place at 10 a.m.); $9 adults, $6 ages 13 - 18, $4 ages 6 12; 889-2941 or thehermitage.com. FREE Movies in the Library All ages can watch a family

film. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 2 - 4 p.m.; 452-1722 or galltinlibrary.org.

Nature Nuts All ages can go green for St. Patrick’s Day.

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

FREE Strollercoasters Parents with children ages birth to

5 years can enjoy a stroller exercise activity followed by poststrolling fun. Old Fort Park, 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; 893-2141 or mtate@murfreesborotn.gov.

Thursday Crafternoon All ages can make absorbing artwork. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline. org.

fri 16 2012 Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament All ages can enjoy men’s college basketball. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; times vary.; $189 - $234; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com. FREE Movies in the Library All ages can watch a family film. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 2 - 4 p.m.; 452-1722 or galltinlibrary.org. Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist, walk through the Local girls and their bears enjoy the annual Teddy Bear Tea at the Sam Davis Home. This year’s event takes place on Saturdays, March 10 and 17. Find the details in “The Parent Planner” on page 103.

wetlands and explore the lily pad pond. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! FREE Animal Encounters All ages can learn about a critter that calls Tennessee home. The Wilderness Station, 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. CoolSprings Easter Bunny All ages can visit with the Easter Bunny through Saturday, April 7. CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m.; visits are free, photo packages are available to purchase; 771-2128 or coolspringsgalleria.com. FREE Gaming Day Ages 8 - 12 can have fun with Wii and

other games. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.; 452-1722 or galltinlibrary.org.

Main Street Brew Fest This festival features more than 50

beer tastings, music, food, entertainment and more. Proceeds benefit the Downtown Franklin Association. Historic Downtown Franklin Square; 6 - 9 p.m.; $40; 591-8500 or historicfranklin. com.

RiverGate Easter Bunny All ages can visit with Peter Cot-

tontail through Saturday, April 7. RiverGate Mall, 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m.; visits are free, photo packages are available to purchase; 859-3456 or shoprivergate-mall.com

St. Patrick’s Day Getaway Ages 7 - 13 can enjoy swimming,

crafts, dinner and more. Patterson Park Pool, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 10 p.m.; $5 in advance, $7 day of event; 8937439 or kgoss@murfreesborotn.gov.

sun 18 FREE Artful Tales: Kawa the Blacksmith All ages can

participate in this interactive family program that combines the oral tradition of storytelling with hands-on art-making activities. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 2 - 3 p.m.; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org.

2012 Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament All ages can enjoy men’s college basketball. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; times vary.; $189 - $234; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

mon 19 Andrew Bird Multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Andrew Bird performs an evening of live music. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $35; 889-3060 or ryman.com. Cleveland Orchestra The Cleveland Orchestra makes a special appearance on the Schermerhorn stage, conducted by Giancarlo Guerrero and featuring works by Beethoven, Grieg and more. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $39 - $109; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony. org. FREE Easter Coloring Contest Ages 3 - 7 can pick up a coloring sheet to compete for prizes. Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill; entry deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday, April 2; 302-0971, ext. 16, or wcparksandrec. com. (please turn the page)

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Marin Miller stars in the Nashville Children’s Theatre production of Beauty and the Beast, which continues through Sunday, March 18. Please see “On Stage,” page 97, for show details.

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Parents and Tots Preschoolers and their parents can

participate in a spring program. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

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

tue 20 FREE La Leche League of Williamson County Expectant mothers can learn about breastfeeding and the services provided by La Leche League. Grace Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1153 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin; 6:15 p.m.; 834-3287. Parents and Tots Please see Monday, March 19 listing. Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Edmonton Oilers. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $30 - $205; 770-7825 or http:// predators.nhl.com.

FREE Star Party Join astronomers from the Adventure Sci-

ence Center/Sudekum Planetarium for a look at the night sky and to observe the moon through telescopes. Long Hunter State Park, 2910 Hobson Pike, Hermitage; 8 - 10 p.m.; 401-5092 or adventuresci.com.

Tuesdays for Tots: Painting Possibilities Preschoolers and their parents can dress for a mess and explore painting projects in the studio. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org. Zumbatomic Ages 4 and older can participate in a dancefitness workout. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m. ages 4 - 8, 4 p.m. ages 9 and older; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

wed 21 Parents and Tots Please see Monday, March 19 listing. Snack Attack! All ages can make on-the-go granola bars.

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

thu 22 Bank of America Pops Series: Kathy Mattea Country songbird Kathy Mattea joins the Nashville Symphony for an evening of her hits. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $44 - $129; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org. FREE Bird Club All ages can search for spring migrants and resident birds. General Bragg Trailhead, 1540 W. College St., Murfreesboro; 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or njordan@mufreesborotn.gov. Nature Nuts All ages can learn about birds. Discovery Center

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

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Farmer Jason performs songs from his new CD, Nature Jams, at The Renaissance Center on Saturday, March 24. FREE Strollercoasters Parents with children ages birth

to 5 years can enjoy a stroller exercise activity followed by post-strolling fun. Thompson Lane Trailhead, 2240 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; 893-2141 or mtate@ murfreesborotn.gov.

Thursday Crafternoon All ages can make absorbing artwork.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline. org.

fri 23 Bank of America Pops Series: Kathy Mattea Please see

Thursday, March 22 listing.

FREE Nashville Ballet at the Library All ages can enjoy a special presentation by Nashville Ballet. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; 452-1722 or galltinlibrary.org.

sat 24 FREE 2012 Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival All ages can celebrate a day of Japanese culture in Nashville, which features taiko drumming, a tea ceremony, origami and martial arts demonstrations, food vendors and more. Public Square in downtown Nashville; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (a Cherry Blossom Walk takes place at 9 a.m.); http://nashvillecherryblossomfestival.org.

FREE Animal Encounters All ages can learn about a critter that calls Tennessee home. The Wilderness Station, 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. FREE Baby Shower New and expectant parents can partici-

pate in seminars, browse vendor booths, tour the birthing facility, get health information, win prizes and more. Sumner Regional Medical Center, 555 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 328-6605 or mysumnermedical.com.

Bank of America Pops Series: Kathy Mattea Please see

Thursday, March 22 listing.

FREE Cane Ridge Community Yard Sale Shop for trea-

sures and help benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. Cane Ridge High School, 12848 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch; 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.; caneridgeptsco@gmail.com.

Cupcake-palooza This benefit for Books from Birth of Middle Tennessee includes cupcake sampling from bakers across the Nashville area along with educational info promoting health and fitness as well as activities and learning games. Belmont United

Methodist Church in the Village, 2007 Acklen Ave., Nashville; 2 - 5 p.m.; $15 adults, $5 ages 5 and younger; 438-8475 or facebook.com/cupcakepaloozabenefit.

Exhibit Opening The Bakersfield Sound: Buck Owens, Merle

Haggard and California Country, opens today for a two-year run. The exhibit explores the roots, heyday and impact of the Bakersfield sound. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $20 adults, $12 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

Family Day: Anatomia Botanica Families can celebrate the

opening of Anatomia Botanica with activities including art projects in the studio from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., live music from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and artist remarks in the gallery at 12 p.m. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Family Day All ages can visit the historical investigation station, explore discovery trunks, play games, see and touch artifacts, and create a project to take home. Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; free with gate admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 students, $3 ages 6 - 12; free ages 5 and younger; 459-2341 or samdavishome.org. Farmer Jason In Concert Farmer Jason performs two live shows in celebration of his new CD, Nature Jams, and will meet kids and sign CDs after the shows that benefit Nashville Public Television. The Renaissance Center, 855 Hwy. 46 S., Dickson; 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; $8; 740-5572 or rcenter.org. (please turn the page)

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The Handlandia Family Concert PBS performer Gaia and

SunTrust Classical Series: Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody

In the Artist’s Studio All ages can join guest artist Megan

Thursday Crafternoon All ages can make fruit and veggie prints. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

special guests lead this interactive music concert that includes singing, dancing and signing in Handlandia. East Meets West Holistic Education Center, 5814 Nolensville Pike, Ste. 106, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $5, free ages 2 and younger; 834-0080 or emwhec.com.

Pianist Jon Kimura Parker joins the Nashville Symphony for an evening of music. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $39 - $109; 6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Woolfolk to make illustration art. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; $6; 8902300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

The King’s Singers Grammy-winning vocal ensemble The King’s Singers present “Pater Noster — A Choral Reflection on the Lord’s Prayer.” Cathedral of the Incarnation, 2001 West End Ave., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $30; 800-838-3006 or brownpapertickets.com/event/222386.

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FREE Lego Play Time Ages 3 and older can build with

FREE Flashlight Egg Hunts Ages 11 - 14 can bring a

Bully This! Please see Thursday, March 29 listing. flashlight and search for eggs in the dark. Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview (799-9331) and Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill (302-0971, ext. 14); 8 p.m.; wcparksandrec.com.

Legos. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

FREE National Anthem Auditions Individuals, groups and families can audition to sing the national anthem at one of the Nashville Sounds’ 72 home games. Be prepared to sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” a cappella. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. (all tryout participants must be registered by 1 p.m. at the stadium); 690-4487, ext. 124, or nashvillesounds.com. Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Winnipeg Jets. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 6 p.m.; $30 - $205; 770-7825 or http:// predators.nhl.com.

FREE Spring Fling Skating Competition All ages can

watch an in-house ice-skating event. A-Game Skate Academy, 215 Gothic Court, Franklin; 11:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.; 778-9825 or agameskateacademy.com.

sun 25 WWE Smackdown All ages can enjoy an evening of wrestling entertainment. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 5 p.m.; $$15 - $60; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

SunTrust Classical Series: Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody Please see Thursday, March 29 listing.

Kids can gather eggs during the free Easter Egg Hunts through Williamson County Parks and Rec on Saturday, March 31. Zumbatomic Ages 4 and older can participate in a dancefitness workout. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m. ages 4 - 8, 4 p.m. ages 9 and older; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

wed 28 Parents and Tots Please see Monday, March 26 listing. Snack Attack! All ages can individual apple pies. Discovery

mon 26 Parents and Tots Preschoolers and their parents can participate in a “Healthy Me” program. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Snack Attack! All ages can make individual apple pies.

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

tue 27 Parents and Tots Please see Monday, March 26 listing. Tuesdays for Tots: Darling Daffodils Preschoolers and their parents can take in the daffodil blooms in the garden then visit the studio for a flower craft. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

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

thu 29 Bully This! Local comics share the stage during this three-night event for ages 13 and older to raise awareness and address the issue of bullying and teen suicides. Out Front on Main, 1511 E. Main St., Murfreesboro; Thu - Sat 9 p.m.; $8; 869-8617 or outfrontonmain.com. Nature Nuts All ages can explore signs of spring. Discovery

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

FREE Strollercoasters Parents with children ages birth to

5 years can enjoy a stroller exercise activity followed by poststrolling fun. Cason Trailhead, 1100 Cason Trail, Murfreesboro; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; 893-2141 or mtate@murfreesborotn.gov.

sat 31 FREE Animal Encounters All ages can learn about a critter that calls Tennessee home. The Wilderness Station, 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. Bully This! Please see Thursday, March 29 listing. Easter Bunny Train Ride All ages can ride the rails to

Watertown and back while visiting Peter Cottontail on the train and enjoying an egg hunt during the layover. Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville; 8 a.m.; $21 - $75; 244-9001 or tcry.org.

FREE Easter Egg Hunts Ages 10 and younger can bring baskets or sacks to hunt for eggs, then have their picture made with the Easter Bunny. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin (10 a.m.); Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview (10 a.m.); Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill (1 p.m.); 7905719, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com. Predators Hockey Cheer for the Nashville Predators when

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

Special Kids Race Participate in a race to raise money

for Special Kids, the nonprofit in Murfreesboro that provides therapeutic rehabilitation and nursing services to children ages newborn to 21. The race consists of a 15K (ages 12 and older), 5K (ages 6 and older) and a one-mile family fun run (all ages). Murfreesboro Medical Clinic, 1272 Garrison Drive, Murfreesboro; 7 a.m. 15K and 5K, 8:30 a.m. fun run; $35 for the 15K, $25 for the 5K and $15 for the fun run; 893-4892 or specialkidsrace.org.

SunTrust Classical Series: Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody Please see Thursday, March 29 listing.

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ONGOING cheatham county Adventureworks The Eco-Zip Line Adventure allows

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

davidson county Bellevue Community Center Ongoing art classes and

recreation take place at 656 Colice Jeanne Road, Nashville; 862-8435.

BounceU Bounce on inflatables at 2990 Sidco Drive; 255-

1422; bounceu.com. Open play times are Tue - Fri 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 3 - 6 p.m., Sat 8:30 - 10 a.m. Cost is $6.95 ($5.95 siblings); cosmic glow-in-the-dark bounces are Mon 3 - 6 p.m. and Fri 6:30 p.m. Cost is $8 ($7 siblings).

Centennial Sportsplex Fitness, ice skating, swimming and

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

FREE Fairytales Storytime Stories and crafts every Saturday at 10 a.m. at Fairytales Bookstore and More, 114-B S. 11th St., Nashville; 915-1960 or fairytalesbookstore.com. FREE Family Bike Ride Enjoy an hour-long bike ride

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

FREE Hillsboro Village Art Walk The first Thursday each month from 5 - 8 p.m., stroll the 21st Avenue South at Belcourt Avenue areas for art shows, demonstrations, live entertainment, book signing, food and more. Call 352-4891. Metro Parks Cultural Arts Classes Visit nashville.gov/

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

Monkey Joe’s This inflatable play center is located at 1580

Gallatin Pike N., Madison; Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $9 Mon - Thu, $10 Fri Sun (ages 2 and younger are $5.50); 915-0561 or monkeyjoes. com.

Monkey’s Treehouse An indoor play center located at

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

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

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

FREE Radnor Lake Natural Area Nature programs at

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

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; 895-8580 or bn.com.

For a list of museums and sites, pick up a copy of The Family Manual (on stands now!) or visit our website and click on “The Calendar.”

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

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BounceU Bounce on inflatables at 1222 Park Ave.,

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

Murfreesboro; 893-8386 or bounceu.com. Call for open bounce and preschool play date times.

Jumper’s Playhouse Inflatable fun at 6600 New Nashville

Hwy., Smyrna; 220-7575 or jumpersplayhouse.com. Call for open bounce and toddler storytime information.

FREE Outdoor Kids Ages 1 - 4 can explore the greenway and

enjoy activities every Thursday at Old Fort Park Shelter 3, 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 1 - 4 p.m.; 893-2141.

Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd.,

Murfreesboro; 893-7439. Ongoing program: • After School at Patterson Park: Ages 8 - 17 can participate in various activities Mon - Thu and enjoy free time on Fri; 4 - 6 p.m.; $2 • Gymboree: Ages 3 - 5 with a parent can enjoy playtime and energy burning activities every Monday; 11 - 11:45 a.m.; $3 • High Chair to Higher Education: Boys in grades 6 - 12 can get support in becoming responsible, contributing members of the community every second and fourth saturday of the month; 12 - 2 p.m.; $2 • Morning Water Aerobics: All ages can hit the pool Mon Fri; 8 and 9 a.m.; $4

Sports*Com 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 895-5040. Ongoing programs: • Early Bird Swim: All ages can start their day in the pool Mon - Fri; 6 - 8 a.m.; $3 adults, $2 youth • Toddler Time with Thomas: Ages 5 and younger can participate in motor-skill development activities every Friday; 10 - 11 a.m.; $3 • Water Polo: Ages 13 and older can play every Tuesday; 7 8:45 p.m.; $3 adults, $2 youth • Youth Volleyball Class: Ages 8 - 15 can learn volleyball skills every Thursday; 4:30 - 6 p.m.; $3

FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime Stories and related

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

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

Glow Galaxy Weekly open play times feature inflatables,

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

Inside Out Several indoor play structures mimic an outdoor

environment at 615 Baker’s Bridge Road, Franklin; open play hours are Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m.; $9 (pre-walkers are free with paying sibling), $5 pre-walkers without sibling, free for parents; Kid Fit takes place Mon and Thu at 10 a.m. ($1 plus park admission); 778-8733 or insideoutplaypark.com.

FREE Lifeway Christian Store Ages 2 - 8 can enjoy stories and songs every Friday at 10 a.m. at 1725 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 771-9050. Monkey Joe’s This inflatable play center is located at 1648 Westgate Circle, Brentwood; Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Fri Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $9 Mon - Thu, $10 Fri - Sun (ages 2 and younger are $6); 377-5900 of monkeyjoes. com. Monkey’s Treehouse An indoor play center located at 91

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

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

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

FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime Stories and related

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

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

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

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

Drakes Creek Activity Center Laser Adventure, mini golf,

Shipwrecked Playhouse An indoor play area for ages 1 - 9, featuring a 30-foot wooden pirate ship at 99 Seaboard Lane, Cool Springs. Open play hours are Mon - Fri 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Sat 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Admission is $7. Call 866-9358 or visit shipwreckedplayhouse.com.

Laser Adventure Laser tag, aeroball and a rock-climbing wall

Sodium Located at 1725 Columbia Ave., Ste. 100, Franklin, the facility includes a children’s indoor play area, and a variety of classes and workshops for kids and families. Call 260-5916 or visit sodiuminc.com.

batting cages, game room and more at 130 Cherokee Road N., Hendersonville; Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sat - Sun 10 a.m. 11 p.m.; 822-0232 or funandenergy.com. at 511 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; Mon - Thu by reservation only, Fri 3:30 - 10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun 12 - 9 p.m.; prices vary; 859-7753 or laseradventure.net.

My Gym Pay-to-play, open gym and Saturday morning classes take place at 206 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville; call 824-8002 or visit my-gym.com/hendersonville for a complete schedule and fees. FREE Special Sports Saturdays Children ages 2 and

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

Storybook Village This indoor play center features storybook themes. Located at 3015 Belshire Village Drive, Ste. 114, Spring Hill, open play hours are Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m.; $7 ages 1 - 12, free ages 11 months and younger along with parents and kids 13 and older; 614-1424 or thestorybookvillage.com.

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

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

Cat in the Hat (Charlotte Wallace), Thing 1 and 2 (Natalie Phillips and Samantha Faber) and Jojo the Who (Jake Bengelsdorf) star in the Bravo Creative Arts Center’s production of Seussical, March 8 - 10. All in the Timing (March 9 - 24; Ages 14 and older) Encore Theatre Company, 6978 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 ages 11 and younger; 598-8950 or encore-theatre-company.org.

Gypsy (continues through Sunday, March 4; Ages 12 and

Avenue Q (March 23 - April 15; Ages 17 and older) Street Theatre Company, 1933 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville; Thu - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 5 p.m.; $16 adults, $14 students; 554-7414 or streettheatrecompany.org.

La Belle et la Bete (The Beauty and the Beast)

older) Steeple Players, 260 W. Main St., Hendersonville; Thu Fri 7:30 p.m., Sat 2 and 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $15; 826-6037 or steepleplayers.org.

Prescription Murder (A Columbo Mystery) (continues

through Saturday, March 3; Ages 8 and older) Lakewood Theatre Company, 2211 Old Hickory Blvd., Old Hickory Blvd.; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $12 adults, $10 students; 847-0934 or lakewoodtheatre.com.

(continues through Sunday, March 18; Ages 7 and older) Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville; Sat - Sun 2 p.m.; $19 adults, $12 children; 252-4675 or nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.

Seussical (March 8 - 10; All ages) Bravo Creative Arts Center

older) Circle Players at The Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike, Nashville; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $18 adults, $15 students (all tickets on Thursdays are $11); 332-7529 or circleplayers.net.

Man From Earth (March 30 - April 14; Ages 12 and older) Act 1 at the Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Ave., Nashville; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $12; 726-2281 or act1online. com.

Side by Side by Sondheim (March 30 - April 28; Ages 8 and older) Pull-Tight Players, 112 Second Ave. S., Franklin; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $16 adults, $12 students; 7915007 or pull-tight.com.

Camelot (March 9 - 24; Ages 8 and older) The Arts Center of

Mary Poppins (March 20 - 25; All ages) TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Tue - Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Sun 1 and 6:30 p.m.; $30.50 - $72.50; 7824040 or tpac.org.

Superior Donuts (March 17 - 31; Ages 13 and older)

Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Highway, Woodbury; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $12 adults, $10 students; 563-2787 or artscenterofcc.com.

The Disappearance of Janey Jones (continues through

The Miracle Worker (continues through Sunday, March 4;

Sunday, March 11; Ages 12 and older) Tennessee Women’s Theater Project at Looby Theater, 2301 Rosa. L. Parks Blvd., Nashville; Tue 10:30 a.m., Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $12 students; 681-7220 or twtp.org.

Ages 8 and older) Studio Tenn at The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; Thu - Sat 7 p.m. (no show Thursday, March 1), Sun 2 p.m.; $45 - $55; 538-2076 or franklintheatre.com/ studio-tenn.

Sweeney Todd (continues through Sunday, March 4; Ages 10 and older) Murfreesboro Little Theatre, 702 Ewing Ave., Murfreesboro; Fri - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; 893-9825 or mltarts. com.

Disney Live! Three Classic Fairy Tales (Sunday, March

The Music Man (March 2 - 17; Ages 8 and older) Old School

Brighton Beach Memoirs (March 2 - 18; Ages 13 and

4; All ages) TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 3:30 and 6:30 p.m.; $18 - $55; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

Elvis Has Left the Building (continues through Sunday,

March 18; Ages 10 and older) Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Thu - Sat 6 - 7:30 buffet (8 p.m. show), Sun 12 - 1:30 p.m. buffet (2 p.m. show); $60 adults, $45 ages 13 - 18, $35 ages 12 and younger; 646-9977 or dinnertheatre.com.

Theatre, 1220 School St., Spring Hill; Thu (March 8 only) 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 7 p.m. (with an additional 2 p.m. show on Saturday, March 10); $11 adults, $9 students; 931-486-3344 or oldschooltheatre.org.

Night of February 16th (continues through Saturday, March 3; Ages 10 and older) Towne Centre Theatre, 136 Frierson St., Brentwood; Thu - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m., $20 adults, $16 students; 221-1174 or townecentretheatre.com.

at The Ensworth Theatre, 7401 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Thu - Fri 7 p.m., Sun 2 and 7 p.m.; $10 reserved seats, $8 general admission; 599-5314 or bravocreativeartscenter.com.

Tennessee Repertory Theatre at TPAC’s Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Tue - Thu 6:30 p.m., Fri 7:30 p.m., Sat 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.; $42.50; 782-4040 or tennesseerep.org.

Veggie Tales Live: God Made You Special (Sunday, March 25; All ages) Lipscomb University’s Allen Arena, 3901 Granny White Pike, Nashville; 3:30 p.m.; $15 - $30; wayfm.com. Xanadu (continues through Saturday, March 10; Ages 8 and older) Boiler Room Theatre, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; Tue, Thu (March 1 only), Fri, Sat 8 p.m.; $27 adults, $25 students, $21 ages 11 and younger (Tuesdays are two-for-one nights, all tickets on Thursdays are $17, Sundays are $2 off); 794-7744 or boilerroomtheatre.com. (please turn the page)

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s someone who is a creative sort, not to mention an editor, I will admit that I’ve overused the cliché term “pushing the envelope” on probably too many occasions. But there really is something to that notion because of it’s meaning — exploring something out of the ordinary, taking a risk, doing something outside of one’s comfort zone and seeing whether it sticks or has any inherent value that means anything to yourself let alone anyone else. When you exist in a creative arena, there is a need for what’s swirling around in your mind to resonate with an audience who can share and appreciate the same experience ... and it’s OK to explore things creatively that you keep to yourself ... things that might never be shared or ever see the light of day among the masses. And sometimes, no matter how old or young you may be, it takes a little pushing from a friend or loved one to make you realize that there is more than meets the eye within yourself. Case in point. One of my good buddies is a stand-up comedian who performs professionally and also hits open mic nights at a local haunt in town. Several weeks ago, when I was there just for moral support, he excitedly asked, “Are you going up tonight?!” I laughed at the notion before responding, “A world of NO!” I’m not a comedian. After egging me on a bit and a later conversation, I realized my friend saw something in me that I didn’t recognize in myself: that a lot of funny things do come out of my mouth randomly at times. So, I decided to give it a whirl, and much to my surprise, I have found that writing comedy and jokes is something — which I never imagined I would ever do in my life — that I thoroughly enjoy, and after delivering it to an audience, realized I’m not too shabby in that arena. The creative outlet is immense, and I find myself actively making time at home now to pursue this new venture that’s just for fun. It’s definitely a sharp contrast to the style of writing I do for my job. And to think, if it hadn’t been the suggestion and ribbing from a pal, I would have never considering tapping into a part of my brain I never knew existed. This is a great example of why it’s so important for parents to introduce their young children to creativity, to open doors of exploration and encourage them along the way. It’s also why it’s important when your older kids are plugged into something creative that they are really good at and comfortable with to keep applauding them, but also nudging them into exploring other pursuits and pushing envelopes in other areas they might not have considered but might wholeheartedly enjoy.

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Adventure Science Center 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 862-5160 or adventuresci.com

• Homeschool Science Lab Tuesday, March 13. Grades 1 8. Explore forensic science. 1 - 2 p.m. $8 • Little Labs: Taste Tester Saturday, March 3. Ages 3 - 5. Participate in lab activities, crafts and stories that explore the sense of taste and how the tongue and nose work together. 11 a.m. $9 members, $15 non-members

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

• FREE Family Night Hike Saturday, March 10. All ages. Join a park naturalist hiking the trails while looking and listening for critters. 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Belle Aire Baptist Church 1307 N. Rutherford Blvd., Murfreesboro; 896-4663 or alivehospice.org • FREE Self Care for the Caregiver Thursday, March 22. Caregivers. Get tips for stress management and avoiding burn-out while caring for a loved one. 2 - 4 p.m.

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

• FREE Animal Tracks Saturday, March 3. Ages 6 - 12. Look for and follow animal tracks while learning about animal habitats. 8 - 9 a.m. • FREE Bells Bend Night Hike Friday, March 2. All ages. Explore the park after dark with a naturalist, looking and listening for owls and other nocturnal animals. 6:30 - 8 p.m. • FREE We Love Cranes Saturday, March 17. Ages 6 - 12. Learn about sandhill and whooping cranes, how they migrate, where they live and what they eat. 1 - 2:30 p.m.

BounceU 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville.tn

• Create & Bounce Camp Friday, March 9. Ages 3 - 12. Enjoy a day of bouncing, games, arts and crafts, pizza and more. 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. $40 ($25 siblings) • PreK & Play Fridays, March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Ages 2 - 6 (must be potty trained). This mother’s day out program includes bouncing, games, crafts, snacks with a different theme each week. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $25 • St. Patrick’s Day Bounce Saturday, March 17. All ages. Wear green and receive a special treat. 8:30 - 10 a.m. $6.95 ($5.95 siblings)

Brentwood Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 371-0090 or brentwood-tn.org/library

• FREE After School Explorers Tuesdays. Grades K - 2. Enjpoy reading, games, crafts and a snack. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

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• FREE Movie Matinee Saturday, March 10. All ages. Watch a screening of Citizen Kane, starring Orson Wells and Joseph Cotton. 1 p.m.; ext. 851, to register

The Carter House 1140 Columbia Ave., Franklin; 791-1861 or carnton.org

• Hands on History Saturday, March 10. Ages 5 - 10. View antique quilts, learn about designs, then participate in a quilt project. 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. $10

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

• Cat in the Hat Tuesday, March 20. All ages. Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday by making crafts of his characters. 4:30 - 6 p.m. $5

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org

• Family Program: Making Records at Historic RCA Studio B Saturday, March 3. Ages 9 - 15 and accompanying adults. Visit and record a song at Nashville’s legendary studio through this interactive workshop where participants will learn the basics of the recording process. 1 - 2:30 p.m. $5

Dyer Observatory 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood; 373-4897 or dyer.vanderbilt.edu

• Scout Night Tuesday, March 6. Scouts of all ages. Learn about the heavens from local astronomers. 7 - 7:30 p.m. $5 per person, $10 per family • FREE Second Friday Telescope Night Friday, March 9. All ages. View the night sky through the giant telescope. 7 - 9 p.m.

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

• American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Saturday, March 17. Ages 11 - 15. Learn to become good babysitters. 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (bring a sack lunch). $85. Call 585-9055 to register • Brunch with the Bunny Saturday, March 24. Ages 10 and younger (parents required to attend). Enjoy a light brunch then have your picture made with the Easter Bunny. 9 - 11 a.m. $6 per child • Children’s Pottery Wednesdays, March 7 - 28. Ages 5 - 12. Create boxes, bowls, mugs, animals and more. 4 - 5:30 p.m. ages 5 - 7, 6 - 7:30 p.m. ages 8 - 12. $30, plus supply fee • Customized Picture Frames Tuesday, March 6. Ages 12 and older. Transform old picture frames into creative, unique pieces. 5 - 6 p.m. $10 • Easter Ceramics Thursday, March 15. Ages 3 - 12. Decorate and paint your own Easter ceramic piece. 4 - 4:45 p.m. ages 3 - 6, 5 - 5:45 p.m. ages 7 - 12. $5

The Fellowship at Two Rivers 2800 McGavock Pike, Nashville; 924-7496 or ftrbuddybreak@gmail.com

• FREE Buddy Break Friday, March 23. Ages 5 - 18 with special needs. Parents of special needs kids can drop off their children for fun and recreation while they enjoy respite time. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

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

• FREE Buddy Break Friday, March 23. Registration deadline is Friday, March 9. Ages 5 - 18 with special needs. Parents of special needs kids can drop off their children for fun and recreation while they enjoy respite time. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

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

• American Red Cross Babysitter Training Saturday, March 24. Ages 11 - 15. Learn the skills and confidence to become a great babysitter. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (bring a sack lunch). $85. To register, call 585-9055 • Art Connections: Clay! Clay! Clay! Fridays, March 16 - 30. Ages 7 - 12. Explore the artistic elements and principles of design through quick, engaging projects. 1 - 2:30 p.m. $18 • Art Connections: Egyptian Art Unearthed Wednesdays, March 7 - 28. Ages 7 - 12. Examine art from ancient Egypt to find inspiration in color choices, symmetry and materials. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. $30 • Brunch with the Bunny Saturday, March 24. Ages 10 and younger (parents required to attend). Enjoy a light brunch then have your picture made with the Easter Bunny. 9 - 11 a.m. $6 per child • Guitar or Bass Guitar Lessons Mondays, March 5 - 26. Ages 5 and older. Learn to play the guitar or bass via private instruction. Choose lessons in 30-minute or one-hour sessions between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. $66 • Jitter Bugs Fridays, March 9 - 30. Ages 2 - 5. Use beanbags, hoops and balloons with instruments to explore rhythm, express creativity and have fun. 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. $20 • Piano Lessons Fridays, March 2 - 30. Ages 5 and older. Learn to play the piano with private lessons. Choose a 30-minute slot between 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. $110, plus supply fee • Rhythm and Spirit: Diva Dancers Tuesdays, March 6 - April 24 or Thursdays, March 8 - April 26. Ages 3 - 5. Professional dancers teach kids dance and movement. 12 12:45 p.m. and 1 - 1:45 p.m. $50 ($40 siblings) • Rhythm and Spirit: Hip Hop Fundamentals Mondays, March 5 - 23 or Wednesdays, March 7 - April 25. Ages 6 - 11. Professional dancers teach kids hip hop basics. 5 - 6 p.m. ages 6 - 8, 7 - 8 p.m. ages 9 - 11. $50 ($40 siblings) • Rhythm and Spirit: Jazz Fundamentals Mondays, March 5 - 23 or Wednesdays, March 7 - April 25. Ages 6 - 11. Professional dancers teach kids hip hop basics. 4 - 5 p.m. ages 6 - 8, 6 - 7 p.m. ages 9 - 11. $50 ($40 siblings)

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Kids ages 9 - 15 can learn basic recording techniques during the Making Records at Historic RCA Studio B program hosted by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on Saturday, March 3. • Sticky Fingers Preschool Club Fridays, March 2 - 23 (skip March 9), Mondays, March 5 - 26, Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 6 - 29. Ages 3 - 6. Enjoy a variety of crafting experiences to enhance fine motor and development skills. Fri 9 - 10:30 a.m., Mon 9:30 - 11 a.m., Tue/Thu 9:30 - 11 a.m. $18 Fri, $24 Mon, $48 Tue/Thu • Voice Lessons Fridays, March 2 - 30. Ages 5 and older. Private studio lessons stress notation reading skills, artistic interpretations, proper breathing and phrasing. Choose a 30-minute slot between 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. $110, plus supplies

Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway, Nashville; 744-3357 or fristcenter.org • FREE Kids Club: Follow the Bouncing Ball Saturday, March 10. Ages 5 - 10. Make a zoetrope to explore movement and create simple animation. 10:30 a.m., 1 or 3 p.m.

Goodlettsville Branch Library 205 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 862-5862

• FREE Twisted Tales: Animating Fairy Tales and Science Thursdays, March 15 and 22. Ages 14 and older. Frist Center educators lead this two-part workshop where teens can discover and recreate an old fairy tale with a scientific twist to put into motion through the stop animation film process. 4 p.m.

Hillwood Country Club 6201 Hickory Valley Drive, Nashville

• High Tea with the Bunny for Book’em Saturday, March 24. All ages. Enjoy tea and refreshments, an egg hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny and more. Proceeds beneft Book’em. 2 - 4 p.m. $15 adults, $8 children. RSVP to bookem@mpf. com • The Spring Tea Sunday, April 22. All ages. Celebrate the Nashville Ballet with a special tea party. Tickets sell out fast. 2:30 - 4 p.m. Price TBA. RSVP at 297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.

Indoor Arena at Crockett Park 1485 Volunteer Pkwy., Brentwood; 377-6530 or wcparksandrec.com

• Rhythm and Spirit: Balancing Babes Fridays, March 2 April 27 or Thursdays, March 8 - April 26. Ages 2 - 3. Learn tumbling basics. 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. $60 ($50 siblings) • Rhythm and Spirit: Cheer and Dance Clinic Thursdays, March 8 - April 12. Ages 6 - 13. Professional dancers and coaches teach cheerleading and dance techniques. 4 - 6 p.m. $90 ($80 siblings) • Rhythm and Spirit: Tumbling Tots Fridays, March 2 - April 27 or Thursdays, March 8 - April 26. Ages 3 - 5. Learn tumbling basics. 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. $60 ($50 siblings)

The Knaughty Knitter 423 N. Walnut St., Murfreesboro; 217-4966 or knaughtyknitter.typepad.com

• Beginning Hand Embroidery Saturday, March 3. Ages 15 and older. Learn basic embroidery stitches that can be added to knitted items or cloth. 1:30 p.m. $25 • Crochet 101 Saturdays, March 10, 17, 24 and 31. Ages 15 and older. Learn the basics of crochet, different stitches, crochet in the round and more. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. $50 plus materials • Knitting 101 Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15 and 22. Ages 15 and older. Learn to knit, purl, increase, decrease, follow a pattern and more. 6 - 7:30 p.m. $55 plus materials • Weaving on the Knitter’s Loom Saturday, March 31. Ages 15 and older. Discover how to weave on a rigid heddle loom, learn terminology, and how to warp and weave to make a scarf or table runner. 12 p.m.; $65 plus materials

Life Assembly 555 Pleasant Grove Road, Mt. Juliet; 758-7779 or buddybreak@lifeassembly.com

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

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Children ages 4 - 8 can learn about bats at The Wilderness Station on Saturday, March 10. Longhunter State Park 2910 Hobson Pike, Hermitage; 885-2422 or thenaturecircle@hotmail.com

• FREE The Nature Circle Every Monday (no programs March 12 and 19). Ages 3 - 5 with a parent. Enjoy stories with a nature theme and hands-on craft activities. 10 a.m. March’s themes are: • March 5: Rivers of Raindrops • March 26: Calling all Frogs and Toads

Longview Recreation Center 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill 302-0971, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com

• American Red Cross Babysitter Training Saturday, March 10. Ages 11 - 15. Learn the skills and confidence to become a great babysitter. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (bring a sack lunch). $85. To register, call 585-9055 • Brunch with the Bunny Saturday, March 24. Ages 10 and younger (parents required to attend). Enjoy a light brunch then have your picture made with the Easter Bunny. 9 - 11 a.m. $6 per child • Cake Decorating: Mommy and Me Cookies Tuesday, March 13. Ages 3 and older with a parent. Make decorative cookies using buttercream and rolled fondant icing. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $20 • Cake Decorating: Mommy and Me Cupcakes Tuesday, March 6. Ages 3 and older with a parent. Bring a dozen

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unfrosted cupcakes and learn decorating techniques. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $20 • Deb’z Kid’z Art Thursdays, March 8 - 29. All ages. Create art using a variety of methods, including markers, colored pencils, pastels and watercolors. 6 - 7:30 p.m. $45 per month or $11.25 per class • Little Fingers Mondays, March 5 - 26. Ages 2 - 4 with a parent. Create season-themed art projects. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. $24 per month, or $6 per class • Longview Martial Arts Mondays, March 5 - 26. Ages 8 and older. This martial arts class combines judo and karate. 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. $40 • Manga Drawing March 20 and 22 or March 27 and 29. Ages 8 and older. Learn the basic layout and proportions of drawing Japanese Mango cartoon characters. 4:15 - 5:45 p.m. $30 • Martial Arts Fitness Mondays, March 5 - 26. Ages 8 and older. Participate in a kick boxing, karate and judo fitness program. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. $40 • Parris Island: The F Series Mon, Wed and Fri, March 2 - 30. Ages 8 and older. Get in shape during this 45-minute intense military-based calisthenics class. 5:30 - 6:15 a.m. $35 per month or $5 per class • Polynesian Dancing Wednesdays, March 7 - 28. Ages 8 and older. Learn to dance like the island natives of Hawaii, Samoa, New Zealand and Tahiti. 5:15 - 6 p.m. beginners, 6 - 7 p.m. intermediates. $25 ($15 each additional family member), plus a $5 supply fee

• Sticky Fingers Preschool Club Mondays, March 5 - 26 and Wednesdays, March 7 - 28. Ages 3 - 6. Enjoy a variety of crafting experiences to enhance fine motor and development skills. Mon 8:30 - 10 a.m., Wed 8:30 - 10 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. $24

Nashville Zoo 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org

• Backstage Pass: Elephant Barn Saturday, March 3. Ages 5 and older. Tour the elephant barn and learn about animal care, behavior and conservation. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $25 members, $50 non-members • Homeschool Days March 21 or 22. Registration deadline is Sunday, March 18. Grades K - 8. Students can learn about animal classificiations through body coverings. 10 - 11 a.m. grades K - 1, 12 - 1:30 p.m. grades 2 - 4, 2 - 3:30 p.m. grades 5 - 8. $6 members, $13 non-members

Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 370-4672 or owlshill.org

• Knee High Naturalist: Hungry Birds March 5 or 6. Ages 3 5 with a parent. Find out what birds eat, where they live and how they make nests. 10 - 11:30 a.m. $10 per child/adult in advance/$15 at the gate

hands-on kids • St. Patrick’s Day Go Green Hike Saturday, March 17. All ages. Wear your green and search for green things on this almost-spring hike. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. $7 in advance/$10 at the gate, free ages 2 and younger

Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd. Murfreesboro; 893-7439 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks

• A, B, C, 1, 2, 3 ... Let’s Go Every Tue and Thu. Ages 2 - 5. Sing songs, play games, listen to stories and do crafts. 10 - 10:45 a.m. $3 • Wee Play Every Monday. Ages 1-and-a-half to 2. Enjoy stories, puppets, instruments, crafts and more. 10 - 10:45 a.m. $3 • Busy Bees Every Tue and Thu. Ages 3 - 5. This class focuses on following directions, participating in a group environment, improving coordination and practicing good sportsmanship. 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. $3 • Homeschool P.E. Mon, Tue, Wed or Thu. Grades 1 - 9. Participate in physical education activities. 1 - 2 p.m. $3 • Underwater Egg Hunt Saturday, March 31. Ages 2 - 9. Gather eggs off the pool floor. 8 a.m. registration, free swim and egg hunt 10 - 11:45 a.m. $3

Saint Thomas Hospital 4220 Harding Road, Nashville; 800-588-3270

• FREE Heart Healthy Cooking Class Tuesday, March 6. All ages. Learn to cook healthy fare for St. Patrick’s Day. 3 p.m.

Sam Davis Home 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna; 459-2341 or samdavishome.org

• Teddy Bear Tea Saturdays, March 10 and 17. Ages 4 - 10. Girls can dress in their best, bring their favorite bear and enjoy a tea party with treats, crafts and stories. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. $10

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 862-8539 or nashville. gov/parks

• FREE Green is Great Scavenger Hunt Saturday, March 17. All ages. Participate in a scavenger hunt focusing on green features in the nature center and park. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. • FREE Homemade Household: Spring Cleaning Saturday, March 24. Adults (children welcome). Learn tips to cleaning your home with natural and homemade cleansers. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Nature Play “Sound Garden” Workday Saturday, March 31. All ages. Lend ideas and a helping hand for the Nature Play area’s Sound Garden for kids. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sports*Com 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 895-5040 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks

• Tumbleweeds Mondays and Wednesdays. Ages 3 - 5. Learn tumbling basics. 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. $3

Warner Parks Nature Center 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville; 352-6299 or nashville.gov/parks/wpnc

• FREE Caterpillar Fun Friday, March 23. Ages 3 - 5. Celebrate the caterpillar through fun activities. 10 - 11 a.m. or 1 - 2 p.m. • FREE Family Forest Flowers Saturday, March 31. All ages. Stroll through the forest in search of wildflowers. 1 - 2 p.m.

• FREE Family Friday Night Campfire Friday, March 30. All ages. Gather around the campfire to share stories and songs while celebrating spring. 7 - 8:30 p.m. • FREE Life in a Rotting Log Saturday, March 24. All ages. Embark on a hike in search of fallen trees and learn about the life within. 10 - 11:30 a.m. • FREE Nature Storytime Friday, March 9. Ages 3 - 5. Listen to stories under the giant beech tree. 10:30 - 11 a.m. • FREE Startin’ a Garden Saturday, March 10. All ages. Learn what makes a garden great and how to start your own. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. • FREE “Unless Someone Like YOU Cares a Whole Awful Lot” Saturday, March 3. All ages. Enjoy tree-hugging fun that includes a reading of Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax. 10 - 11:30 a.m.

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

The Wilderness Station 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks • Arts in Nature March 19 - 23. Registration deadline is Friday, March 9. Ages 10 - 13. Participants will learn to sketch, paint, sculpt, photograph and explore music through nature. Mon - Thu 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Fri 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. $100 (bring a sack lunch each day) • FREE Going Batty Saturday, March 10. Ages 4 - 8. Enjoy strories, songs, crafts and games while learning about bats. 2 p.m. • Wild Things Every Wednesday (No program March 21). Ages 1 - 4 with a parent. Toddlers and preschoolers can enjoy programs to spark a love for the wilderness. 9:30 a.m. $3

The Crafty Leprechaun What You’ll Need • 12. oz paper cup (like those used for coffee) • 2 Green and 2 orange pipe cleaners • Green, peach, yellow, and black construction paper (one small sheet each) • Green paint • One pair of googly eyes • A black pen, black marker, and red marker (or pen) • Glue

What To Do

1. Paint the paper cup green and let it dry. 2. Cut out a face from the peach construction paper. Make sure it’s big enough to hide the cup’s rim when looking at it straight on. 3. Cut out a hat from the green construction paper. Make sure the brim is wider than the face. 4. Use a black marker to make a band on the hat, but leave room in the middle for a buckle! 5. Cut out 3 small squares from the yellow construction paper and then cut out their middles for the hat’s and shoes’ buckles. 6. Glue a buckle onto the center of the hat and then glue the hat the face. 7. Glue the googly eyes a little under the brim of the hat. 8. Draw a nose in black pen and a mouth in red marker (or pen) and then set the face aside. 9. Coil an entire orange pipe cleaner around a pencil or pen and slip it off. 10. Glue the ends of the coil onto the face, making a beard. 11. Cut two small, straight pieces from another orange pipe cleaner and glue these above the googly eyes for eyebrows.

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13. Take one green pipe cleaner and make a small loop at one end (secure it by wrapping a small part around). Make a loop in the pipe cleaner right next to the one you just made and twist it so it stays in place. It should now resemble a flower stem with leaves. Take the straight edge and make a third loop that meets the other two in the center, making a clover shape!

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14. Repeat the previous step again for the other hand. 15. Attach one on each side of the cup using tape or glue. 16. Cut out two small shoe-shaped pieces from the black paper and glue one yellow buckle to each shoe before gluing them to the bottom of the cup. — activity provided by the Parent-Teacher Store.

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West End Church of Christ Consignment Sale

Feb 27: 10am-7pm Feb 28-March 1: 10am-6pm March 3: 8am-noon (1/2 price day) 250 Country Village Dr., Smyrna Old Food Lion Location (615)512.4579 sugarbabiesconsignment.com

SPRING/SUMMER CONSIGNMENT SALE Receiving Dates: Mar. 18, 2-5pm, Mar. 19, 9am-1pm & Mar. 20, 9am-1pm Public Sale: Mar. 22 & 23, 9am-7pm 1/2 Price Sale: Mar. 24, 8am-1pm Allison – 615-975-4050 applayschoolconsignment@gmail.com 2846 Lebanon Road, Nashville

www.bumckidsale.net

Public Sale: Fri. 3/16: 8am-4pm Sat. 3/17: 8am-noon (most items 1/2 price) Register to consign at westendsale.com 3534 West End Avenue (corner of West End and Bowling)

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FLOODS OF DUDS SPRING CONSIGNMENT SALE

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Consigner Registration opens early February

Wed. & Thurs., 3/28-3/29: 9am – 7pm Fri., 3/30: 9am – 2pm & 5pm - 7pm (50% Off Discounts start Sat., 3/31: 9am – 12noon Friday at 5pm)

floodsofduds.com

Hendersonville First United Methodist Church, 217 E. Main St.

CLASSES/INSTRUCTION

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For a cleaner, healthier yard

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Nashville’s Best CPR Training

Perfect for Parents, PTA Groups, and Workplace Training Perfect for Call Parents, PTA Groups, Workplace Training Grace @ and 626.840.2420 Call Grace @ 626.840.2420 www.preciousheartscpr.com www.preciousheartscpr.com preciousheartscpr@gmail.com info@preciousheartscpr.com

“Junie B.” Actress

Brooke Bryant offers: Drama Coaching Singing Coaching Theater Games for Parties Call 615-481-4121 brookebryantproductions.com

Men * Women * Children Cuts * Color * Styles * Facial Waxing & More...

Purchase Deep Conditioning Treatment and Cut/Trim Service, Receive FREE Blow Out. (must be same day service)

Call for appt. (615) 758-4338 13260 Lebanon Rd. Mt Juliet TN 37122

Fun, AFFordAble

ThePetGirlie

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PROVIDING PETS THE CARE THEY NEED WHILE YOU’RE AWAY

lesso ns

The Pilates Place Pilates equipped studios offer individual & mat classes. Yoga also offered at Bellevue location. 579-3959 www.thepilatesplace.us Bellevue & Leiper's Fork

Approved by Angie & Abby (Angie’s List A+ Company)

RepublicPlumbing.com 865-3005

289-0574

ThePetGirlie.com M’boro/Smyrna area

SHOPPING/FOR SALE

tomhurst.com 457-0141 tom@tomhurst.com

Southern Pride reStorationS

PIANO LESSONS WITH

MISS DAISY!

EMPLOYMENT

20 years of music industry experience! Age 5 through teens (615) 504-7732 DaisyDern@comcast.net

DRIVERS WANTED to deliver Nashville, Williamson, Sumner and Rutherford Parent (van or truck required)

Call Tom at 615-256-2158 x 104

SERVICES

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Dependable, expert Service. Licensed and insured. 615-972-0706 * billhiggs69@yahoo.com

Going on vacation? Busy work schedule?

NO WORRIES! Full service animal in-home care. Sylvan Park resident.

For appts. 615-491-6724

Call 939-6481

handmade baby afghans baby hooded ponchos

Specializing in kitchen and bath renovations, all household repairs.

KRIS' CRITTER CARE

March 30th: 8am-noon Tenn. Nat. Guard Bldg #250 Corner of Weekly and 8th Ave. in Smyrna

GRANDMA'S

VACATION RENTALS

nashvilleviolins.com

MOMS Club Of SMyrnalaVergne bake Sale, yard Sale & Open HOuSe

591-8717 Vacation Rental • 2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/bunks • Sleeps 6-8 Brand New Gulf-front condo in Panama City Beach • Professionally Decorated • Inexpensive rate!

Call Mandy 850-685-1021 march 2012 105

snaps — yours Sponsored by:

Show off your kids! Share them on our Facebook page

Brody

Eliyahna

Samantha

Crosby

Names of those in photo (Please print)

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(parent or guardian)

________________________________________ Phone ________________________________________ Edgar

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EMAIL ________________________________________

Kaylee

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Snaps — Yours is sponsored by Incredible Daves. Incredible Daves will award a $10 Player’s Card to each of the monthly photos that appear in the Snaps — Yours or Snap to Remember pages (one award per photo). Incredible Daves will also host a pizza party once every six months for the finalists from the previous six months and award a FREE birthday party (for 10 guests) to one winner drawn at random. For complete rules, visit Nashville Parent magazine on Facebook.

*Photo publication cannot be guaranteed due to the large volume of photos received. All submitted photos are considered for “Snap to Remember” (see page 108).

One photo per entry, please. Sorry, photos cannot be returned. Submitted photos via form, e-mail or on Facebook serve as a “photo release,” allowing Day Communications, Inc. one-time rights for use of photos within the publication. Send to Snap Shots, 2270 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville, TN 37228 or e-mail a high resolution version of them to kiera@daycommail. com, subject: Snap Shots. Please include your name, names of those in photo and phone number.

Booths galore filled Cool Springs Galleria offering a variety of camp opportunities.

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Families came out to Nashville Parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Summer Camp Adventure Fair at Cool Springs Galleria.

Amy and Gregory Chen

Kim and Amanda Runge-Gold with Kimberly Reid

Lauren, Clint and Peyton Benefield

Mica, Cindy, David and Michael Mancini

Paul E. Coakley, II and Belinda Coakley

Sachi and Pankaj Srivastava

Carla Fitzgerald and Nora

Tracy, Chris, Caleb and Megan S.

Trevor and Natalie Abruzzo

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snap to remember

Jazmin is ready for spring!

108 march 2012

Giving your child... A smile to build THEIR future on!

www.snodgrassking.com

R U O Y E L SCHEDU MENT T N I O P P A

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SPRING HILL

5073 Main St., Ste 240

302-4200

HERMITAGE

4761 Andrew Jackson Pkwy.

885-3525

Voted Best Pediatric and Orthodontic Dentist by Williamson Parent Readers 8 Years in a Row!

COOL SPRINGS

125 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste 140

771-1111

MURFREESBORO

1747 Medical Center Pkwy., Ste 300

225-0700

The first two years are very important in infant and toddler oral health development. Learn how to protect your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new smile. A child friendly office with a caring staff committed to providing a warm and welcoming environment for all children. Preventative and restorative care NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS 200 South Westland Ave., Ste. 2

(615) 461-7491

A trio of family -friendly companies making children in Middle Tennessee smile for 14 years.

WEEKEND MADNESS AT BOTH STORES! MARCH 23 - 25 $ 6 Months same-as1,799

FREE Installation

cash ﬁnancing!

Happy Fort

40% Off

Plus FREE installation

on any Woodplay Play Set

FREE installation on any new Alleyoop or Springfree trampoline!

Thank you for voting us the best crib & accessory store again in 2011!

Spring Trainer -orStriker Trainer $349

Purchase a Goalrilla CV basketball goal and pick one of the trainers in this ad for FREE!

Everything in the store discounted 15% - 50% Look for HUGE DISCOUNTS on

Floor Models & Clearance Items!

More than 50 rooms of baby and big kid’s furniture: Creations, Stanley, Dutailer, LazyBoy Kids, Bonavita, Best Chair, Baby’s Dream, Munire Furniture and more!

1113 Murfreesboro Road, Suite 370, Franklin usababyfranklin.com • happybackyards.com • letsgetgoofy.com 595-5565 595-5565 861-3668

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Whooo loves your baby?

Sumner Regional Medical Center, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s who! Visit our second annual Baby Shower on Saturday, March 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendor boot hs - Tours - Heal t h Info rmat ion Face Paint in g - Refreshments - G iveaway s!

555 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin www.MySumnerMedical.com (615) 328-8888

Dads have a chance to win a $50 gift card during the

Visit all vendor booths for a chance to win a $250

Enter a drawing to win $100 in diapers provided by

Daddy Diaper Derby

Jeannie Gregory