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IT’S BETTER TO MISS ONE GAME THAN THE WHOLE SEASON. Did you know every year more than 3.5 million injuries occur in youth sports? Discuss these rules with your children to keep them safe: TIPS TO PREVENT DEHYDRATION Drink 8-16 ounces of water one hour prior to play. Continue drinking water every 15-20 minutes during exercise: Children under 90 pounds, take 10 gulps of water (5 oz) Children over 90 pounds, take 20 gulps of water (9 oz)

Replace lost fluids after exercise by drinking 12-16 ounces of water per pound of body weight lost.

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Have a safe place for play —check weather and field conditions before practice and games.

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Always wear the right protective equipment such as pads, helmets, mouth guards and eyewear.

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Take scheduled breaks from organized sports activities to avoid overuse injuries.

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Drink plenty of water before, during and after play.

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Learn and practice proper techniques and follow all safety rules for the sport.

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Seek medical attention before returning to play after pain or injury.

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Remove an athlete from play with any head injury, no matter how minor, until seen by a doctor.

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Be prepared for an emergency! Make sure your sports team has an emergency action plan.

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23 Local Briefs

Nashville Parent’s Private School Fair, register for Music Together, Bottom View Farm’s new zip line adventure, the Nashville Symphony’s Young People’s Concerts and more.

30 Giving Back

on EDUCATION 46 sticky hands to writing hands

Laying the foundation for handwriting begins in babyhood and continues even when cursive begins.

49 10 way to improve your child’s education Strategies you can employ at home.

52 build enthusiasm for learning in your kids

The way YOU approach learning at home has a direct impact on what happens with your child in the classroom.

Alive Hospice’s retreat for grieving teens, volunteer for Hands-On Nashville Day and register for Run for Re-New.

32 Family Getaway

Splashin’ and relaxin’ at Wilderness at the Smokies in Sevierville, Tenn.

34 Hot Stuff

Cool clocks that are fun to wake up to.

get real parenting 36 walk like a baby

Partner with your baby to help him get moving on his own.

39 bonding at bedtime

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what’s happening each day of the month

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The stories you share with your child have an enormous influence on his sense of identity — it’s just one of the reasons why reading together at bedtime matters.

42 do it yourself, son!

You want your child to be self-reliant and independent, right? Help him develop a sense of autonomy.

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10 editor’s note Education: It takes a person. by Susan Swindell Day

15 parent talk

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12 feedback

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94 snap shots

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editor’s note education: it takes a person

little girl walks down a dirt road and gathers small rocks. They are not ordinary rocks — whatever that means — they are magical rocks. Magical because “Nana will like them a lot, just like me,” the little girl thinks, and she decides to carry her collection home to show her mother. She will show her mother and together they will place the little rocks in a shoe box with tissue and enclose a note and mail the box to Nana in California. The little girl knows that Nana enjoys rocks because when she visited her last they took walks together and picked them up and discussed them and held them beneath water to brighten their various features and even spent time setting them up in various ways on the porch railing. The little girl loves Nana. Nana really takes an interest in her and spends lots of time talking with her and listening to her ideas. With Nana, life is an adventure day to day — even her house is filled with all kinds of trinkets and bric-a-brac that Nana encourages her to hold and examine. The little girl loves going there because there’s never any rushing around and always time for anything the little girl wants to do. ____________ In thinking about education, in what kids learn and how they learn it, certain things today are true. For one, busy parents taxed by working hard and hectic family lives have a hard time giving their kids the one-on-one time they need unless they’re homeschooling. Educating children requires understanding how children learn; that very fact makes educating the masses a problem since there’s no one-size-fits-all model. To “reach” a child educationally, someone must break through. One parent, grandmother, teacher or other critical adult who takes a genuine interest in the life of a child is the most crucial component to his education. If YOU are reading this, you’re likely an involved, caring parent who loves your child more than life itself. If you are at all concerned that your child receives the best education possible, read our features, “Ten Ways to Improve Your Child’s Education” and “Build Enthusiastic Learners.” These two pieces will give you simple food for thought and actual tools for making education better for your kids. But it’s not easy. Life is challenging these days. Sometimes you have to pull energy out of the proverbial air to keep up with your children. Since we’re all still dealing with the fiasco effects of No Child Left Behind — like “teaching to the test” — what you do at home with your child to elevate his learning is critical. _____________ In the first paragraph above, I write about a little girl with a love for rocks and for the Nana she shared it with. That was me and that was my Nana. I can honestly say that while I had wonderful parents, I can vividly remember that it was Nana on numerous one-one-one visits who taught me that learning was living. Every little thing I encountered with her was made interesting. She brought time, patience, curiosity and imagination into my world in a big way — even with rocks: They could skip on the surface of the ocean through the force of my arm, they could be painted and kept for pets, they could be stacked if they were flat, they could be used as a hammer if necessary ... do you see? Nana sparked in me an endless supply of ideas that inspired me. I’d like to think that I’m bringing that to my kids. I hope I am. It only takes a person, after all.

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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? Roseann Maikis, M.D. Tennessee Women’s Care, Nashville Dr. Maikis is always kind and never leaves a question unanswered, When I’m in her office it’s like seeing family. We are blessed to have found her. She has delivered all five of our children (including two sets of twins). Amy Rey

Geoffrey Smallwood, M.D. Tennessee Women’s Care, Nashville He has been my doctor for almost 20 years. He is the kindest doctor a patient could ask for and helped with all four of my pregnancies and delivered three of my kids. He helped us through a difficult fourth pregnancy and I will not find a better doctor when he moves on to his new role! Georgia Kirkpatrick

Daniel Viner, M.D. Otolaryngology Associates Of Tennessee, Nashville Best ENT in Nashville. Very knowledgeable and amazing with children. He put tubes in my sons ears and has done sinus surgery for my husband! Amazing doc! Amy Spigel

Gordon Davis, M.D. Southern Pediatrics, Franklin Dr. Davis takes so much time with each of my children and we never feel rushed. He also listens to our concerns and is genuinely concerned when our children are sick. He is amazing. Elena Cheney

Emily Thomas, M.A., CCC-SLP Bright Beginnings Pediatric Therapy Center, Murfreesboro Miss Emily is awesome. She has helped us to thrive and improve our communicating skills to be ready for kindergarten. Jessica Johnson

Harold F. Moessner, M.D. Cool Springs Allergy Associates, Franklin Dr. Moessner has an air of experience that fills us with confidence in his abilities as a doctor. He gives us advice and always back it up with research studies that we can reference. We sincerely appreciate his many years of experience and determination to keep up with even the newest ideas and research. Laura Wells

These are just a few of the doctors that have been nominated for Favorite Docs 2012. Nominations are still open, so cast your vote today at nashvilleparent. com/favoritedocs.

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What routine do you have that works for getting the kids to bed?

LEILA SHASTEEN Bath and a bedtime story does the trick in our house.

CAROL SHELTON Bath, two book reads and bed. Works for a 3-year-old.

PENNY RAY I Love You Rituals by Becky Bailey, Ph.D., has wonderful ideas.

LEAH CROZIER Baths, prayer and devotion, kisses and goodnight!

ANNE MARIE FAWBUSH STILLS I have twins, they get a story and a show on the DVR — so I can fast forward through the commercials. This is done while I lie in bed with them. This is our “special time,” so it’s important to me as a working mom!

MICHAEL RUCKMAN A tall glass of yummy Nyquil works every time! — compiled by Kiera Ashford

DAWN GARMON Snack while watching TV, teeth/potty, story, bed. No problems. MOLLY CLAIBORNE We shout at them and threaten to throw all their toys away.

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packed lunches What special ideas do you bring to your child’s packed lunch? ANNA SELLERS Oh! We found the solution alright! It’s called switching up days and sending lunch money ... I had that happen all last year so this year we’re switching it up only to eliminate my child’s wastefulness ... LOL. BETHANY GRAHAM JOHNSON Cutting their sandwiches in shapes, homemade lunchables (even pizza ones, using deli thin bread, a little spaghetti sauce in a container, cheese, pepperoni), and allowing them to decide the night before what they want in their lunch!

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NIKKI WILLIAMS-NORTHERN Lots of reusable containers. Thermos Funtainers and food jars are a must! THERESA WORRELL MORROW Those Gladware mini-round containers — perfect for making single-servings of banana pudding or jello/fruit. Or mix plain vanilla yogurt with fruit. So much cheaper than buying prepackaged. JESSICA VALENTINE I use cookie cutters for sandwiches and fruit! It makes lunch fun! There is always a sticker, silly band or love note in his box.

JULIE ANDERSON We have a pastry cutter that we got from Pampered Chef that cuts and seals bread around the edges. My daughter loves this little tool and enjoys making her sandwich for school. Her favorite is PB&J, so it is easy and clean at lunch time because the peanut butter and jelly are sealed inside. They turn out just like the Uncrustable sandwiches you can buy at the store. CHRISSY DAVIS Add a little fresh fruit to the mix. You can use a tomato corer to scoop out little balls of watermelon, cantaloupe, etc. Changing the way things look sometimes makes lunchtime more interesting.

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I was told that a toddler in my son’s play group has impetigo and that it’s very contagious. What else should I know about it? Impetigo is a fancy doctor term for infection of the skin — usually it’s mild and just on the surface. It occurs when kids have bug bites or something itchy — then the normal bacteria under the fingernails gets in the skin. Often it is red with some mild, clear or cloudy yellow fluid; sometimes the skin even peels a little. It can be contagious, but only if the kids are rubbing skin on each other — contact sports like wrestling do often pass this around. If it’s in just one or two places, it’s OK to use some over-the-counter antibiotic ointment on it — like polysporin — but if it starts to spread all over, or seems to be very tender or deep, then you certainly need to have your doctor see it.

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How can I get my 8-year-old daughter to stop biting and tearing her fingernails?

Honestly, the best way is to ignore it! The more you pay attention to it, the more she will sneak and do it when you are not looking. Kids usually do this when they are tired, bored or not using their hands — like when watching TV. Best to give them something to do with their hands — such as Silly Putty or a squishy ball — or have them fold laundry! Also there usually is one parent who is a nail biter/picker as well! Talk to her when she is not doing it. Tell her that you understand it’s a habit and she may not even realize when she is doing it. Let her know that you are worried that she may bite or tear down too far and it may hurt ... or with her hands in her mouth, she will get an infection of her nail or skin, or catch more colds by putting germy hands in her mouth. I would take the positive approach and tell her that if she can stop doing this, both of you can go get your nails done together!

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he schedule of recommended immunizations for kids ages 0 - 6 can overwhelm new parents — all those doctor appointments! But some vaccines are combined today so kids actually end up getting fewer shots than they used to, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (aap.org). That certainly helps when it comes to a child fearful of needles, speaking of which, if your child’s scared of getting a shot, doctors advise parents not to “feed into it,” since kids take their cues from Mom and Dad. As children grow, immunization visits evolve into those allimportant well-child visits in order for parents to keep up with their kids’ developmental issues along the way. Well-child visits are the perfect way for parents to gather information on Vaccine

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nutrition, sleep, growth and even parenting issues like discipline and behavior. Being face-to-face with your child’s doctor also allows you to ask about medical questions you may have — so remember to arrive prepared. But with the economy the way it is, you may wonder why you should take your child to the doctor if he’s not sick? The AAP cautions against this mindset for your child’s optimum health. When scheduling a well-child visit, many doctors advise parents to avoid winter months when more sick children are in the office. Aim for the summer months instead, booking those appointments a solid month in advance. When your children are infants and well-child visits are only weeks apart, go ahead and schedule your next appointment while you’re in the office. One less thing to worry about! 9 mos.

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Nashville Parent’s Private School Fair Saturday, Sept. 15 10 a.m. 2 p.m.

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iddle Tennessee boasts many independent school options and you can learn all about them during Nashville Parent’s annual Private School Fair on Saturday, Sept. 15 at Adventure Science Center (ASC). Representatives from more than 50 private schools in the region will be on hand to fill you in on everything their schools can offer your family, from academics and athletics to arts and financial aid. ASC is located at 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville. The Private School Fair takes place from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Admission is free, but regular admission applies to ASC exhibits. For more info, call 256-2158 or visit nashvilleparent. com.

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he fall semester of Music Together — an early childhood, parent/child music and movement class — begins this month for ages 5 and younger. The session includes 10 weekly 45-minute classes, a parent guide/DVD, two CDs and a songbook. Classes begin the week of Sept. 19. Choose Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11 a.m., Thursdays from 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. or Fridays from 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 - 11:30 a.m. Cost is $170 with discounts for additional siblings (9 months and younger are free with a registered sibling), and those interested can participate in a free trial class. Advance registration is required. Music Together takes place at the American Academy of Dance, 108 Business Court, Hendersonville. To learn more or to register, contact Director Angie Trottman at 973-6554 or visit sumnermusictogether.com.

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My Gym Children’s Fitness Center now offers a new, interactive Building Blocks Program to all enrolled children ages 2-and-a-half and older. The program helps kids work toward specific milestones in their physical, cognitive and emotional development and celebrates their achievements with stickers, progression ribbons, medals, trophies, certificates and more. “This is the most important addition to our programming in my 20 years of working at My Gym,” says My Gym CEO Cory Bertisch. My Gym is located at 206 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville. Learn more at 824-8002 or my-gym.com/hendersonville.

The Second Annual Goodlettsville Arts & Antiques Festival on Saturday, Sept. 15 spotlights more than 50 area businesses, live music, a farmers’ market, food trucks and more. Antique appraisals take place throughout the day ($10 for one item, $12.50 for two, $15 for three), and an art show and sale also takes place. The event benefits both the Goodlettsville Help Center and Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. Guests are encouraged to bring food donations. The event is free and takes place from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the Goodlettsville Arts and Antiques District on North Main Street. Learn more at 500-5272 or facebook. com/imaginegoodlettsville.

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walk across sumner The Sumner County Health Committee wants local families to stretch their legs and embrace physical activity and it kicks off a community-wide event this month. Walk Across Sumner encourages Sumner County residents to participate in a walking program to log 34-and-a-half miles (the distance across the county at its widest points) within four weeks. The event kicks off on Saturday, Sept. 8 and closes Saturday, Oct. 6. Families can walk their own neighborhoods or enjoy local greenways and park walking trails. Learn more at sumnertn.org/links___resources/walk_across_ sumner.

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THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE’S ANNUAL FALL BOOK FRENZY takes

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THE 34TH ANNUAL TACA FALL CRAFT FAIR hits

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ublic, private and homeschool students in Middle Tennessee can enjoy a series of free Nashville Symphony performances during the 2012-13 Young People’s Concert Series kicking off this month. The lineup includes: A Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra (Grades 5 - 8; Sept. 26 - 27 at 10:15 and 11:45 a.m.), Mother Goose Suite (Grades 3 - 4; Jan. 29 - 30 at 10:15 and 11:45 a.m.), Harmonielehre (Grades 9 - 12; Friday, Feb. 8 at 10:15 a.m.) and Percussive Hits! (Grades K - 2; Feb. 13 and 20 at 10:15 and 11:45 a.m.). Each symphony performance combines the joy of live music with key educational concepts that meet state and local academic standards. Participating teachers and homeschool parents receive access to a downloadable curriculum with lesson plans, music selections and the “Let’s Go to the Symphony” video. To sign up for a concert, go to nashvillesymphony.org/education/programs_for_students/young_peoples_ concerts.

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retreat for grieving teens

eing a teen can be difficult enough, and experiencing a death during those years can be shattering. Alive Hospice hosts the Alive Teen Retreat Sept. 21 - 23 for local high school students who have lost a family member or friend. During the weekend, participants can connect in small groups to share their feelings and experiences with peers. In addition, a variety of fun activities are on tap, including camp fires, a high ropes course, climbing tour, canoeing and zip lining. The retreat is located at Camp Youth Incorporated in La Vergne and costs $50; scholarships are available. Space is limited and advance registration is required by Wednesday, Sept. 12. To register, call 907-1677.

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The 21st Annual Hands on Nashville Day takes place on Saturday, Sept. 22 and is one of the largest service days to public schools in the area. Families with kids ages 10 and older can volunteer to participate in improvement projects such as painting and landscaping across the city at approximately 50 Metro Nashville Public Schools locations. The event takes place from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and an after party follows from 12 - 2 p.m., which includes lunch, entertainment and prizes. A $25 suggested donation is tax deductible and assists Hands On Nashville in its mission to connect volunteers with more than 400 Middle Tennessee nonprofits. To sign up, call 298-1108 or visit hon.org.

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id you see that drop!?” “Oh, that looks awesome!” That’s what you’ll hear as you walk around the resort at Wilderness at the Smokies in Sevierville, Tenn. The recently opened Wild Vortex water slide provides a rush to experience: A sudden vertical 39-foot drop from the top sends your body sliding at two-and-a-half Gs in less than two seconds through a loop before splashing you to the end. This breathtaking slide is just one of the many attractions at this popular resort — a three-and-a-half-hour drive from Nashville.

PLAY Get into all the water slides in the Wild WaterDome Indoor Waterpark. On the Storm Chaser Thrill Ride, you never know which direction you’ll face as you drop through the fully enclosed slide on your raft. Slide and splash through the water to the tune of a thunderstorm complete with sound and lighting effects. If that’s not enough, grab tubes and ride down one of the two Trail Twisters Tube Slides — one is pitch black inside! There are small water slides in the toddler area or the Washout Mountain play structure, then after all that fun, sit by the wave pool and let the water crash over you. Or, if you want to feel what the surfers do in the ocean, take your chance on the Smokies Surf Rider. Eyeing that, I headed to the pool and hot tub — and all of this is inside! Want to be outdoors? Grab your gang and head toward Lake Wilderness Outdoor Waterpark for even more splashing around in yet another wave pool at Washout Wilderness Rapids. Lazily relax on a tube on the Catalooche Creek Adventure River, then finally, dry off under a rented poolside cabana or grab a lounge chair when you’re ready to relax.

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Wilderness Adventure Forest has lots to offer for children of all ages. For an additional cost, you can get a day pass or game card and enjoy more than 100 arcade games, laser tag, glow putt-putt golf, miniature bowling, Tree Top Towers Indoor Ropes Course, a rock climbing wall and more. There is also a Cubs Climbing Den (free) with a multi-level treehouse. If you happen to have a birthday in the family coming up, rent a party room!

EAT There are a few places to choose from if you want to dine at the resort: Hidden Trail Bar and Grill for breakfast, lunch (seasonal) and dinner; Thirsty Miner Restaurant for breakfast and dinner buffets, lunch (seasonal) and formal dinner; Mountain Marketplace and Deli for coffee, fresh pastries, sandwiches and more. There are also a few snack bars located around the resort for quick pick-me-ups. Or, save on your food bill by choosing a room with a full kitchen. Cook meals for the family — that’s one way to save big — and shop at the grocery store, just minutes away.

SLEEP Now that you’ve had your fill of fun, take it easy in your room. Every room is equipped with TVs, a DVD player and more, and there are also suites that include a dining area, living room and gas fireplaces. Having a resort with so many attractions guarantees your family will have a fun, memorable vacation. J Kiera Ashford is managing editor for this publication and mother of two, ages 6 and 2.

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by Bedol • bedolwhatsnext.com • $26 Tic Toc, it’s a very cool water clock! That’s right, this little eco-friendly timepiece runs on water. No batteries or electricity are necessary here. Kids are sure to be enthralled by the science of its operation of metallic plates that allow the ions in the water to generate the current to power the clock. Its sleek design is perfect for your child’s night stand. Choose from five colors: blueberry blue, kiwi green, tangerine orange, plum purple and smoke gray. — cy

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Mother, May I? Wobbly legs and teeny feet make walking quite a challenge! Here’s how you can help. By Susan Day

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s he walking yet?” are the inquisitive words you’ll hear time and again as your little one closes in on about 9 months of age — but don’t let it bother you if he’s not. All little ones go through similar stages when they’re learning to take their first steps, says Wilma Rodgerson in her book, Walking: All About Babies and Toddlers (Amazon Digital; 2011) and they should not be rushed. Before you get to that eyes-wide-mouth-dropped-open amazing moment Baby steps out on his own, here’s what you can do to support his efforts.

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Somewhere between 4 and 7 months old, your little one will start sitting on his own, says the American Academy of Pediatrics in the book, The Wonder Years: Helping Your Baby and Young Child Successfully Negotiate the Major Developmental Milestones (Bantam; 2009). The ability to sit up means his muscles have strengthened enough to do so. And he’ll need even more strengthening before he can walk. Engage him in gentle play time when he’s

... put one foot in front of the other sitting on his own. Place a stacking toy or other item before him that encourages him to reach then rebalance. His little mouth will often be open when he’s working hard to stabilize.

STEP 2: HE’S MOBILE! Crawling’s not far behind sitting up for many babies, and between the ages of 7 and 9 months he may just get underway. When he DOES crawl, encourage him by providing small toys to crawl toward, but don’t push walking just yet. Wait until he pulls up for that.

STEP 3: UP HE GOES One morning, at around 8 months old or so, you just might walk into the nursery to find Baby standing, holding onto the crib. Surprise! Guess who’s ready for some easy-does-it balancing games with Mom and Dad? When the time’s right, help Baby pull himself up. Without letting go, help him get back down to the floor by bending his knees. This “collapsing” activity will help him know how to safely land from the standing position once he’s up on his own.

way you can notice sharp edges that might hinder Baby’s path and place furniture strategically. A word of caution: While Baby is cruising on his own, don’t push him too hard to move away from furniture just yet. He’ll do that in his own time and doesn’t need to be stressed about it says Charles E. Schaefer, M.D., and Theresa DiGironimo in their book, Ages and Stages: A Parent’s Guide to Normal Childhood Development.

STEP 6: STANDING He will do this about about 9 - 12 months and you’ll both hold your breath before he goes boom on his bottom. Make this part playful by sitting with Baby on the floor and helping him stand, saying, “Up!” When he stands for a few seconds on his own be sure to praise him. He’s slowly gaining control!

Nothing’s quite as impressive as seeing Baby’s face when he takes his first steps: mouth open, eyes wide, concentration in full capacity ... step, step, step, BOOM! This will happen anywhere between 12 and 15 months, but all babies are different. Before long, he’ll be engaging in that cute little act of hands on the floor and up we go over and over again. Praise him in his early efforts until he’s steady, but also know that he may prefer to crawl more than he walks for some time to come. No matter what, always make sure Baby’s parameters are safe and that you’re not too busy to be with him when he’s roaming about. Susan Day is editor in chief of this publication and the mom of four amazing children.

Shoes or barefeet? Put off buying shoes until after Baby’s walking, says the American College of Foot and Ankle Pediatrics. They’re only for show before then, and babies are able to practice more easily in barefeet. When you do buy your first pair, choose something flexible and lightweight so Baby’s able to grasp his balance through them.

STEP 4: PRACTICE After pulling himself up and gaining better balance with your help, hold his hands and help him take a few steps. This increased balancing takes place at about 8 - 9 months — he’s getting closer to walking! Help him practice taking steps with your constant support and encourage him happily as he tries.

Walking delay?

STEP 5: CRUISING It’s now time to take the breakables off the coffee table and other surfaces and secure furniture. Between 8 and 9 months, Baby’s ready for moving on his own and he uses the furniture to do so. Encourage his exploration, says the AAP, but before doing so, get down on your hands and knees and check out your home from Baby’s eye level. That

STEP 7: WALKING!

Let gentleness, patience and fun lead the way with walking.

All babies begin walking on their own timetable so there’s often nothing to worry about unless he’s not achieving other developmental milestones for his age. If you are at all concerned about your baby’s development, consult with your pediatrician says The National Center for Infants, Toddlers and Families.

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bonding at bedtime recapture the magic of storytelling

Learn why storytelling matters and how you can incorporate it into your family’s day-to-day lives to nurture a stronger emotional bond with your children. By Christa Melnyk Hines

avid Bakke fondly remembers the bedtime tales his parents told when he was a child. At 8 years old, Bakke began inventing his own stories and telling them to his younger brother when his brother had trouble falling asleep. “Most of the stories I told him were fairly simple and centered on animals and children. This pastime made for a closer relationship between us, gave me a sense of responsibility at a young age and also fostered my creative spirit,” Bakke says, an editor for moneycrashers.com, who now shares his family’s storytelling tradition with his own son. (please turn the page)

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Why Tell Stories?

“It is so important to read or tell stories to children at bedtime because in this simple bedtime routine, parents have a chance to create a special world with their children,” says Linda Ashford, Ph.D., assistant professor of pediatrics and psychology at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. “This shared literary world of childhood is the stuff of dreams, imagination and fantasy; a world from which children launch their own imaginative play and their own stories. In addition, children’s literature and shared stories provide a unique opportunity for parent-child intimacy and bonding, a time for closeness and trustbuilding that prepares the child for the regular, brief but challenging separation that nighttime creates. Children who snuggle close to their parents while being read a story end their day positively, feeling the love and security that every child deserves.” Stories put our own experiences into perspective, comforting us with the knowledge that we aren’t alone in our human experiences. Stories serve to entertain, inspire, teach compassion and other values, and stoke admiration and respect for the generations of individuals who came before us. Studies also show storytelling enhances a child’s language development, emergent reading and comprehension skills.

Teach Listening

Today’s lifestyles affect our ability to listen to one another. “The most effective way that parents can encourage listening skills is through conversation and stories,” says Robin Moore, a storyteller and author of Creating a Family Storytelling Tradition: Awakening the Hidden Storyteller (August House; 2005). “Children who are read to in preschool and toddlerhood are likely to learn to read more easily when they go to school; it increases their spoken vocabulary, their comprehension and provides them with the chance to learn new words out of context, that is, outside the world of the everyday,” adds Ashford. “Because listening to stories requires children to be mentally active, engaging with the words, concepts and ideas, it creates language neural connections in their growing brains, priming their brains for more literary engagement as they enter school and the world of words and numbers.”

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Nicole Keck, mom of three boys, ages 6, 4 and 2, found storytelling is like a window into her children’s minds. Her sons take turns telling stories before bedtime. “The stories may be funny or serious, true or fiction. We like that it gives us precious insights into what they’re thinking about,” Keck says. “Knowing what makes them tick is an invaluable tool in guiding and supporting them. Besides, they’re very witty, and it’s just great entertainment!”

Skip the Lecture

Jody Kellas, Ph.D., a communication professor and storytelling researcher at the University of Nebraska, says families who tell stories report higher levels of happiness, closeness and adaptability. Family stories also shape a child’s understanding of his family’s values, a sense of right and wrong, and appropriate social behavior both in the family and in the world. “A story is a way to be in connection with our children and be in empathy and sympathy with them without giving advice or laying down the law. It’s much more effective because they’ll come up with their own solutions as opposed to if you were to just tell them what to do all of the time,” Moore says.

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Dream Starter

Worries making it hard to fall asleep? Stacey Kaye, author of the ParentSmart/ Kid Happy series, started sending her 8-year-old daughter, Margo, into dreamland with stories she calls “Dream Seeds” when her daughter was 4. “Margo would sometimes share an anecdote about preschool or friends, usually expressing a concern or problem,” Kaye says. For example, when her daughter expressed nervousness about sharing her seashell collection during show-and-tell the following day, Kaye and her daughter visualized the next day in story-like, step-by-step detail, from the beginning: “It’s a bright and sunny day ... you eat a yummy breakfast: peanut butter banana toast — one of your favorites ...” to end: “When I drop you off at school, you give me a big hug and kiss. And when you walk into your classroom, the kids greet you and can’t wait to see what you have for show-and-tell.” Kaye’s “Dream Seeds” still provide comforting reassurance and a sense of empowerment as Margo learns to manage day-to-day stressors and worries. For Kaye, the stories are a valuable way to connect with her daughter.  Christa Melnyk Hines is a freelance writer with a special interest in achieving communication harmony in marriage, parenting and home life.

keep kids reading As your children get older, you may find yourself reading to them less. Encourage them to keep reading with these simple tips:

• Continue to read aloud. You’re never too old to be read to. Choose books that are a grade level above your child, and read it outloud to him to broaden his vocabulary and ability to visualize.

• Read past bedtime. If your child is thoroughly engaged in a book but it’s time for bed, consider letting him stay up just a little bit longer. This shows him that you’re proud of him and that you want him to read on his own.

• Encourage older kids to read to younger ones. Not only does this allow your children to bond, but it also builds your older child’s confidence with reading. Encourage your older child to be as expressive as he wants to be.

• Get an eReader. Your child will love using a Kindle, iPad or other device.

• Have a variety of reading materials. Be sure to have lots for your child to choose from when it comes to reading. Maybe he’d like to look at a magazine or catalogue? • Make it a fun suggestion, not a demand. When he knows it’s an option and not a demand he may be more inclined to read, and by the way, pick up a book yourself and see if he doesn’t want to join you with a read of his own! — Kiera Ashford

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Want more self-reliant, confident kids? Teach them to do things for themselves, for starters. By Michele Ranard, M.Ed.

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he next time you roam about your child’s room picking up dirty clothes and making the bed, STOP! Don’t do it! You say you want your kids to develop self-reliance and independence, but you’re actually getting in the way of the goal ... all in the name of love. For autonomy to develop in kids, Mom and Dad have to be intentional about providing opportunities, so yes, drop that pair of pants right where you found’em! As children gain experience with practicing independence, they learn personal responsibility. Aside from the obvious things like picking up after themselves and helping around the house, they figure out how to negotiate larger bumps in the road like bullies, stressful circumstances and everyday frustrations. But of course they make mistakes — they have to. In order to learn anything, YOU dear parent must allow them to FAIL!

Little Kid Autonomy Builders

2. Keep toys and books on shelves kids can access themselves. 3. Have unbreakable dishes and cups so they can get their own snacks (ones you want them to have which are easily accessible). 4. Place a stool in the bathroom so hand washing is easy and be sure your child can reach the towel from the stool. 5. A child’s bedroom should entirely accessible and easy to navigate for his age. Provide a hamper, a full length mirror for self grooming and other supplies to help with self reliance. 6. Teach your preschooler practical skills such as pouring, spooning, cutting and cleaning up.

Bed making, preschool style: Remember, it doesn’t have to be perfect and resist the urge to fix it! Show your child how to pull up the bedding and flatten the bumps. Show him how to fluff a pillow.

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Big Kid Autonomy Builders

Embrace the Future is an organization that works with teachers, families, and schools to increase resiliency in children. The program suggests these tips to promote an older child’s autonomy:

1. Encourage age-appropriate responsibilities such as caring for a pet. 2. Help kids think up their own solutions to problems rather than solving for them. 3. Expect kids to rise to small challenges like making a phone call or mailing a package. 4. Encourage kids to make their own choices. 5. Model and teach good skills for coping with stress: • • • • •

Shelly Phillips, author of Cracking the Kid Code: Discovering the Secret to Having a Happy Child, Family and Home (Amazon Digital; 2012) believes autonomy building can begin with a simple home inventory. Phillips suggests the following tips to help preschool-aged kids develop a sense of independence at home:

1. Make sure they have an accessible place to put their coats and shoes when they get home. (hint: a low hook near the front or back door.)

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Be able to ask for help and know where to seek it. Utilize a sense of humor. Be assertive in conversations. Exercise, play and have hobbies. Be optimistic.

Avoid Overprotecting Children’s author Nadine Descheneaux writes “Parents often tend to do things for their children in order to help them, to hurry things up or because they are under the misconception that their child will not be able to accomplish the task alone.” Descheneaux identifies attitudes and behaviors which may be detrimental to the development of autonomy:

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Overprotecting your child. Constantly repeating instructions. Constantly attending your child’s activities. Constantly supervising group activities. Having difficulty letting your child work HIS way. Solving problems between your children. Worrying when your child is away from you.

Remember, kids make many mistakes on the road to developing a sense of “I Can Do It Myself,” so be mindful of how to respond when mistakes happen. Elisa Medhus, M.D., author of Raising Children Who Can Think for Themselves (Atria Books/Beyond Words; 2001), says, “Never nag, threaten or label when they don’t come through on their responsibilities” and to be sure to remark when they do so successfully. J Michele Ranard has a husband, two children and a master’s in counseling.

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from sticky hands to writing hands Lay the foundation for your child’s future handwriting skills in babyhood! By Delia Poythress

y newborn daughter struggled to raise her head. I had placed her on her tummy while she was awake. Her little body wriggled about, and as she had raised her head just enough to be able to look around, her little neck muscles gave out and down her head came, causing her to begin her struggle all over again. I was on my belly in front of her, talking softly to her, encouraging her to try again, showering her with smiles and praise for her efforts. She began to cry, so I picked her up, holding her close, knowing that at this tender, young age, I was already laying the foundation for her future handwriting skills. As the weeks passed and she made it very evident that she did not enjoy “tummy time,” I learned to sit reclined, on the floor, making my upper body a sort of “incline.” I would place her on my chest and sing, call her name and talk softly — anything I could do to get her to bear weight through her arms and hands while looking up to see my face. I alternated “sessions” like these with gradually increasing periods of tummy time to work on visual skills while strengthening her upper body through weight-bearing, two key pre-writing components. Every developmental stage in a child’s life presents unique opportunities to strengthen upper body muscles, visual perception and eye-hand coordination, which are skills necessary to enhance future handwriting ability.

Birth - 1 Year A common “rule of thumb” given to new parents is “back to sleep, tummy to play.” One reason is that tummy time during a baby’s awake hours is key to the strengthening and coordination of the muscles of the upper body, neck and eyes. Newborns work on strength and coordination through learning to hold

their head steady and focusing on Mommy’s or Daddy’s face. As babies grow, they begin to push up onto their forearms and then, eventually, their hands. They support the weight of their upper body through their arms, which is often referred to as “weight-bearing.” The strengthening and feedback the small muscles of the hands and the large muscles of the shoulder girdle receive is crucial for normal development of the upper limbs, in preparation for fine motor tasks such as handwriting. Visual tracking and reaching are other activities that can be incorporated into playtime; these, too, are crucial to the development of future handwriting skills. While the baby is on her back or tummy, hold a favorite soft toy in front of her and slowly move it vertically and horizontally. The baby will watch the toy, giving her practice in visual tracking. As the baby grows, she will also begin to reach for the toy. These efforts at reaching for and grasping the toy are simple child’s play but are so important for developing eye-hand coordination.

The Toddler Years When you begin feeding your child baby food, she may reach out for the spoon. Although your instinct may be to stop her and avoid a mess, allow her to place her hand on the spoon as you feed her, being careful that she doesn’t push the spoon too far into her mouth. When your child is able to chew foods such as soft, cooked vegetables, cut them up into small pieces and allow her to feed herself, one piece at a time. This practice in reaching for and grasping small pieces of food will further develop the small muscles of the hand, working toward the ability to properly grasp a crayon or pencil when the child gets older. Yes, it may be messy to allow your child to self-feed, but these experiences are essential to sensory and fine motor development. Little hands that are allowed to get “sticky” often during self-feeding experiences tend to have well-developed muscles, preparing them for the new experiences the preschool years will present.

Preschool Years The preschool years can provide a whole new world of opportunities for your child to practice visual-motor and fine-motor skills through play. Some of these activities may be messy, but the benefits far outweigh the cleanup required! In fact, it is much more time-consuming to try to replicate the benefits of these activities through other, less messy activities and often not as effective (or fun). A prime example of a messy but developmentally supportive activity is the use of play dough. Both strength and coordination are required to manipulate play dough into various shapes. An added benefit is that there are no “lesson plans” required. (Have you ever noticed how a preschooler will occupy himself with play dough creations for long periods of time?) Creativity and pretend play can also really blossom with play dough, all while enhancing fine-motor strength and eye-hand coordination. Not too many activities can do all that with little preparation by the parent! Finger painting is another messy yet effective activity for pre-writing skills. Through finger painting, children can learn which movements produce which markings (i.e., line, circle). Since writing is described simply as “the trace of movement,” finger painting is one of the most perfect pre-writing activities you can use to teach children how to make lines and shapes — without even picking up a pencil. As children begin to show an interest in coloring, encourage the use of crayons instead of markers, and demonstrate a proper crayon grip. Crayons provide resistance that markers do not and therefore are more effective at building strength and endurance in the muscles required for writing. A crayon

is a “tool for writing,” much like chopsticks are “tools for eating.” It is important to teach your child how to use this “writing tool” properly. Demonstration and positioning the hand on the crayon properly will lead to proper grip of a pencil when your child shows readiness to write letters in the kindergarten and elementary years.

Kindergarten & Elementary Years The transition to handwriting is made easier for the child and parent when a solid foundation of pre-writing skills has been laid. Before running a race, a wise athlete does warm-up exercises. In the same way, it is beneficial for the child to warm up the muscles of the hands and arms prior to writing each day. Activities that have been used to develop the muscles of the hands during play, such as the use of play dough, can easily be used to warm up the hands prior to a handwriting lesson. Developmentally, children typically learn to copy vertical and horizontal lines prior to drawing circles and diagonal lines. Therefore, when using a developmental approach to handwriting, teach letters that utilize only vertical and horizontal lines before introducing letters that contain diagonal lines. For example, teach capital F before capital A. Furthermore, teaching capitals first is an effective way to allow children to focus on developing good letter formation habits with letters of one size and position on the line, prior to introducing lowercase letters. Lowercase letters require children to pay attention to various size and placements on the line, which may be overwhelming for a child’s first introduction to handwriting. Regardless of the style chosen, demonstration and consistency are crucial when teaching your child handwriting. Demonstrate the proper formation of letters for your child until she is forming the letter consistently each time. Use consistent language when describing letter formation, since some children, especially auditory learners, will “replay” your instructions in their heads while writing on their own. Continue instructing your child in letter formation until handwriting becomes an automatic skill. Otherwise, too much effort will go into remembering how to write the letter and take away effort needed for the spelling or composition lessons you try to teach later on. The progression to cursive handwriting also requires demonstration and consistency. A key difference is that the connections between letters need to be emphasized as well, for that is what sets cursive apart from print. Regular review until cursive handwriting becomes automatic is also necessary if you want your child to use it every day without it detracting from the effort required for the main purpose of written assignments. Be sure to think through the decision regarding when to start teaching your child cursive as well. Recent research suggests that teaching children to write in slanted manuscript, such as D’Nealian, while learning to read has led to confusion for some children. I have been informed by some parents of the same confusion when the child has been taught to write in cursive first. Even though my baby did not like “tummy time” or pursue it on her own through her play as she grew, we were able to integrate appropriate, fun activities that enhanced her fine-motor and visual-motor development. Handwriting is now a very automatic skill for her, it is legible and she enjoys it. With some God-given patience, a structured handwriting curriculum that included consistent demonstration, and a lot of fun fine-motor and visual-motor activities, enhancing handwriting skills, to her, was nothing more than child’s play! J Delia Poythress is an occupational therapist, wife and a homeschooling mom. She speaks on handwriting, learning styles and fun ways to increase attention during learning tasks.

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SLEEP

“We know from talking with teachers that children are sleepy in the classroom and that this is a significant problem,” says Carl Hunt, M.D., director of the National Center on Sleep Disorders. Families don’t go to sleep as early as they need to, Hunt says, often because of late-running, after-school activities combined with homework or watching TV and just plain old losing track of time. Since lack of sleep interferes with your child’s learning, make an effort to help your child get his rest. Elementary school children require at least nine hours of sleep at night to be well rested and some children need even more.

MAKE TEACHER CONTACT

Yes, you’re busy, but what’s more important? The work that will always be there or the little boy who will one day move away from home? To really understand how your child is doing in school — and to help him do his best — reach out to his teachers ... and not just at the start of the year. Make a continuing effort to know what’s happening in your child’s classes, what he’s studying, how you can be of help to your child’s teachers, etc. Furthermore, BELIEVE your child’s teachers when they offer assessments and observations of your child. That way you can better guide your child at home.

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LIVE WITH LEARNING

Every summer when kids get out of school parents and educators worry about “brain drain.” But why should the learning stop just because school’s out or on break? Many successful homeschooling families say the secret to a good education is living with learning. In other words, taking a break from learning is like taking a break from eating. It’s an adjustment for many parents who come to this idea late with their children, but to improve a child’s education, taking the time to teach and explain as a day goes on is invaluable and at the essence of a solid life-long learning.

UNPLUG

TV. iPad. Facebook. Video games. Cell phones. Enough! The Kaiser Family Foundation reported in 2010 that heavy media use can lead to poor grades and lower levels of personal contentment, meanwhile media use has only increased since then. Since there’s an obvious relationship between restricting media usage and improving academic performance and personal lives, parents can insist on unplugged zones at home. How about a conversation about world history instead?

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BUILD POSITIVE FEELINGS

If your child is prone to negative thinking, once he gets on that negative roller coaster at school, it’s very difficult to stop the disorienting effect it has on learning. What can you do to help your child? According to Attitude Is Everything: Change Your Attitude... Change Your Life! (Attitude is Everything, Inc.; 2012) by Jeff Keller, help him build tools that will keep negative thoughts at bay: 1) Develop good study habits and organization at home; 2) Read and reread directions and underline things for emphasis at school and home; 3) Organize thoughts to the task at hand so there’s an order to the work; 4) Don’t panic. Teach your child to ask himself, “What’s the worst that can happen?” 5) Encourage and encourage some more.

ENRICHMENT

Kids are not born knowing what they want to be when they grow up. That’s why parents need to make sure they have plenty of exposure to the different things in life that interest them. Additionally, when your child discovers an interest, help him to be mindful of his experiences and don’t rush him along, says Robert Holden in his book, Happiness, NOW! (Hay House Publishers; 2011).

HANDS ON

At the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, there’s a class called “How to Make (Almost) Anything,” which emphasizes hands-on experience. The “learn by making” idea is like a magnet for kids who love being able to get their hands on anything — often while adults are pushing them away. Educators around the world agree that the physical act of making things helps with learning, so find ways to engage your kids by allowing them to DO things with their hands in order to learn.

CUT “BUSY”

If your kids are overscheduled with activities, you can’t demand As from them without being cruel. One after-school activity or sport is all a kid needs, says Alvin Rosenfeld, M.D., in the book The Over-Scheduled Child: Avoiding the Hyper-Parenting Trap (St. Martin’s Griffin; 2001).

REINFORCE LESSONS

Whether your child’s class studies butterflies, your hometown, baby animals or math, the topic is a way to train kids to think, remember, make connections and theorize. Help to stoke your child’s curiosity and enthusiasm about whatever subject is being covered at school by engaging in talk at dinner, in the car or during homework time, says the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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If your child is not performing well in school, help him with his schoolwork, meet with his teacher, find him the support he needs. Perhaps he needs a tutor. Many schools have ways to help kids overcome their learning problems and many offer peer tutoring for free. Dawn Ramsey is a mother and freelance writer.

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ids are human and they don’t like to be bored anymore than their parents do. But even with the virtual smorgasbord of instant at-your-fingertip information available today (iPads! eReaders! smartphones!) plenty of kids and adults will whine the moment discontentment sets in. It follows then, that in educating kids, it’s simply not enough to rely on teachers alone. An enthusiasm for lifelong learning must begin at home, says renowned educator Lucy Calkins, Ph.D., author of Raising Lifelong Learners: A Parent’s Guide (Da Capo Press; 1998). Building enthusiasm for learning begins with reading to children, Calkins says, and most parents DO read to their young, encouraging imagination and language. The problem is, not all children remain curious and enthusiastic into adolescence. Studies show that a child’s enjoyment of learning can drop continuously beginning in third grade — a quandry some educators and parents blame on the intense focus on grades as kids get older. Before competitive report cards start coming home, young children learn for the sheer joy of it. So parents need to keep that “sheer joy” alive. What can you do? Plenty, says Calkins.

Spark Creative Thinking Early Children are born with natural curiosity and parents should encourage it, Calkins says. It all begins with the freedom to explore and continues with moms and dads recognizing their value as their child’s first teacher. From babyhood, nurture your child’s imagination with an open approach to playtime, by coaxing Baby out with songs, books and fun and by following his lead. Take him on “narrated” walks where you tell him what you see, saying things like, “Oh! Look at that cute little dog!” or “Wow, that’s a loud car horn!” Tap into Baby’s interests, too. “More learning will take place if you give your infant time to see, touch or taste the objects that he’s already interested in, rather than moving him quickly on to another toy or activity of your choosing,” says Claire Lerner, Ph.D., a child-development expert at Zero To Three, in Washington, D.C. Toddlers are ready for even more exploration, and while you want to ensure your tot’s safety, don’t stop him from taking risks that can’t hurt him: let him jump in puddles, flip over small rocks with a stick or flap his wings like the birdies flying in the backyard. And keep on reading together, but build on storytime now, Calkins says. Point out picture details and ask questions that start with “Why?” and then, “What if?” and then, “What will happen next?”

Make Home a Rich Learning Environment Every day is a learning day, Calkins says, advocating an active approach at home where the kids participate in everything Mom and Dad do around the house within reason and age capability, of course. “The rule of thumb is to help your kids do today what they will be able to do tomorrow,” Calkins says. “Don’t assist too far beyond their independent abilities or they’ll be put in a dependent position and will start waiting for and wanting assistance,” she says. And let your kids’ questions come — albeit often exhausting for parents — and fuel their curiosity by encouraging further investigation. In other words, turn things around on them so they can figure things out for themselves. For example, if your son takes a fork from the drawer and says, “This fork isn’t clean, Mom,” you can ask him, “Why isn’t the dishwasher getting my forks clean?” kindling conversation on interesting concepts. Calkins says to make an effort to live this way, making learning living. Then, in making your home a rich learning environment, stay away from the tendency to instantly quiz your kids for obvious answers. “If you want your child to stay excited about learning, it’s better to engage him in an active inquiry than to ask him to spit out routine knowledge,” Calkins says. Also, instead of being focused on how well your child does when doing an activity of some

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sort, Calkins says it’s far better to take an interest in what he’s doing rather than in how he’s doing it. A rich learning environment for kids is one where parents are engaged in learning, too. Sure Mom and Dad may be busy people, working during the day and attending to the busy chores at home, but sharing your interests with your children along the way will encourage them to share theirs. Talk to your kids about what you’re interested in whether it’s sports, fashion, the latest book you’re reading or hunting. When you have a passion for something, your kids pick up on it and will share your enthusiasm if you share it with them, says Richard Lavoie in his book, The Motivation Breakthrough: 6 Secrets to Turning On the Tuned-Out Child (Touchstone; 2008). Next, listen to your children in conversations. If your child tells you about an interesting fact he learned in school that day, talk about it with him. Ask him in simple terms why he finds it so interesting, and then show him how to find out more about it. The back-andforth of sharing interests at home goes a long way toward stimulating enthusiasm for learning and can carry over with your child in the classroom. Of course nothing is more key to building enthusiasm for learning than the love for reading. The U.S. Department of Education says the most proficient readers come from homes stocked with lots of different reading materials like newspapers, books, magazines and eReaders. Be sure to set aside a special time to read each day as a family — which is easier said than done. Parents should insist on it, then engage kids in fun talks about what’s being read. Your active participation, Lavoie says, is the key to boosting and inspiring your child’s learning and in keeping reading fascinating.

Motivating Kids Each one of your children will have different interests, and YOUR job is to keep the interests fed. If your child goes through a love of cars phase, play with cars, go see cars, listen to cars, touch cars. If he’s interested in bugs or sports or jewelry, seek out opportunities and activities to expand on those interests. “Tapping into what your child is fascinated by will keep him interested in learning,” says Lavoie. In Creating Highly Motivating Classroom for All Students (Jossey-Bass; 2000), author Raymond Wlodkowski, Ph.D., says the job of parents is to follow the kids’ interests. “Children point the way,” Wlodkowski says, “and we help them clear the path.” But beware the parent and teacher trap of micromanaging or putting pressure on kids, Wlodkowksi says. “When you say, ‘You’re doing it wrong, let me do it for you,’ you actually create a sense of incompetency.” Instead, let your children try to figure things out for themselves while offering support if they seek it. Kids will enjoy subjects more when their competency increases.

Home: It’s Where the Values Are From the moment your children are born up until they move away from home, they will watch you closely. If you believe that exploring in the backyard or watching a fishing program has value to it, then go for it. The final word on how parents can raise enthusiastic learners is in the kind of life Mom and Dad are living. If you show your children that you are engaged, into your work and also into having interesting experiences as you go through each day, they will pick up on that. The fulfilling life of Mom and Dad may not be a guarantee that the kids will follow suit, but it can assure that you’re giving your kids the start they need since you are, absolutely, the most influential people in their lives. J Susan Day is editor in chief of this publication and the mom of four amazing kids, ages 18, 16, 14 and 9.

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2298 Barfield Road, Murfreesboro 896-3118 barfieldschoolofdance.com • mail@barfieldschoolofdance.com We offer dance instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, hip-hop, Irish, creative dance 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. see our expanded listing online at nashvilleparent.com

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Firstlight Arts Academy

1710 Gen. George Patton Dr., Ste 108, Brentwood 202-6426 firstlightaa.org Art Instruction for enthusiastic kids, teens and adults. Our 3-dimensional art learning method, developed by Dennas Davis, takes a long-term nurturing approach; guiding artists from beginners through advanced, building skills and knowledge, so they can pursue their dreams with confidence. We don’t teach style, but try to help each student find their own form of expression. The instructors work with each student individually in small classes of 10 or less.

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Music Together Now at Bolton Music Therapy

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123 Stadium Drive, Hendersonville 824-7400 smarttstepsdance.com • alsmartt@gmail.com Smartt Steps – voted one of Sumner County’s best – offers day and evening classes in ballet, tap, pointe, hip-hop, jazz, modern, ballroom and all-boys hip-hop. For ages 2 - adult. Our emphasis is teaching the correct technique in a fun, nurturing environment. We also have award-winning competition teams.

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MAFIAoZA'S RUN FOR THE HILLS

The YMCA of Middle Tennessee and Nashville Sports Council are teaming up to bring your family a unique opportunity to spend time together, being active and working toward an impressive achievement: completing your very own marathon! To participate in the Progressive Marathon, simply sign up for the event online and complete 25.2 miles with your family in the weeks leading up to Oct. 20. Join us on Oct. 20 and complete your final mile! For more information, visit NashvilleSports.com to learn more or to register.

Healthy Families 5K and Progressive Marathon Saturday, Oct. 20, Shelby Bottoms Park & Greenway 5K starts at 8 a.m. Final mile of Progressive Marathon starts at 8:30 a.m.

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Weekend Programs Saturday, September 22, 12:00 pm Demonstration and “Fly By” by S.O.A.R (Save our American Raptors) Saturday, September 29, 12:00 pm Nashville Public Library Puppet Truck presents “Aesop’s Fables” Saturday, October 6 Tree Climbing Demonstration Saturday, October 13, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm TACA Day – Crafts and Hands-on demonstrations Saturday, October 20, 12:00 pm Demonstration and “Fly By” by S.O.A.R (Save our American Raptors) Saturday, October 27th, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm – El Dia de los Muertos

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homas the Tank Engine rolls into town Sept. 1, 2, 8 and 9 to take tots on his “Mystery on the Rails Tour.” Little ones can hop aboard the train pulled by Thomas himself for 25 minutes, then meet Sir Topham Hatt, enjoy storytelling, play on train tables, build things with Mega Bloks and a lot more. Moms and dads, be sure to take a little extra pocket cash with you, because the gift shop is a smorgasbord of Thomasrelated goodies, and your kiddos will no doubt want a souvenir. The event happens at the Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville. Train excursions depart on the hour from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tickets are $14 - $18. Call 244-9001 or visit tcry.org.

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sat 1 FREE 31st Annual Bowen Campbell Auto Expo All ages can spend a day exploring a vintage car show. Moss-Wright Park, 745 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville; 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.; free for spectators ($10 - $20 to enter cars in the show); 289-0294 or sumnercounty-aaca.com. FREE Animal Encounters All ages can meet a resident

education animal that calls Tennessee home. The Wilderness Station, 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE Corn Hole and Coffee All ages can learn the game of cornhole. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Day Out With Thomas Please see page 71. Franklin Jazz Festival Families can enjoy live music, food, crafts and more. The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m.; $10 adults, free ages 12 and younger; franklinjazzfestival.com. FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop Ages 5 - 12 can do a building project from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. For a location near you, visit homedepot.com. Joe P Rally Run 5K and Fun Run All ages can participate in this fundraising run supporting childhood cancer research. Door prizes and children’s activities round out the event. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 8 a.m.; $25 in advance/$30 race day adults, $15 in advance/$20 race day children; joeprallyrun.com. FREE Puppets on the Porch All ages can sing along with wild animal puppets as they teach about their habitats and daily lives. The Wilderness Station, 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 3 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. FREE Shakespeare Allowed All ages can participate in (or just listen to) a reading of Love’s Labor’s Lost. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 12 - 3 p.m.; nashvilleshakes. org.

Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they

challenge the Memphis Redbirds. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $12 in advance/$14 game day; 6904487 or nashvillesounds.com.

Sunrise Saturday Bounce All ages can spend the morning

bouncing on inflatables. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 8:30 - 10 a.m.; $7.95; 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville. tn.

Enjoy one last watery hurrah for the season at Sports*Com during the Labor Day Pool Party on Monday, Sept. 3. Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Memphis Redbirds. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $12 in advance/$14 game day; 6904487 or nashvillesounds.com.

mon 3 FREE Franklin Classic All ages can participate in this race benefiting Mercy Children’s Clinic. Downtown Square, Franklin; 7 a.m.; $10 - $30; franklinclassic.org. Labor Day Pool Party All ages can enjoy the pool, listen

to music, play games, win prizes and more. Sports*Com, 120 DeJarnette Lane, Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; $4 adults, $3 children; 895-5040 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Memphis Redbirds. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 12:05 p.m.; $12 in advance/$14 game day; 6904487 or nashvillesounds.com.

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); 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; 292-3533 or parent-teacherstoreusa.com.

sun 2 Day Out With Thomas Please see page 71. Franklin Jazz Festival Please see Saturday, Sept. 1 listing.

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tue 4 Kiss & Motley Crue Enjoy a night of rock music featuring

Kiss, Motley Crue and The Treatment. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $46 - $126; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

FREE Library Courtyard Concert All ages can bring lunch and enjoy big band music by Radio Daze. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.; library. nashville.org. FREE Parents & Tots Preschoolers and parents can learn

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

FREE Tennessee Virtual Academy Information Session Families with students in Grades K - 8 can meet school

staff and learn more about Tennessee Virtual Academy, an online public school option. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 4 - 5:45 p.m.; k12.com/tnva.

Tuesdays at 2 All ages can join Cannonsburgh interpreters for demonstrations of traditional crafts and chores including butter churning. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 2 p.m.; $2.50; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. Tuesdays for Tots: Itsy Bitsy Spider Preschoolers and

parents can sing this nursery rhyme while creating their own creepy crawler in the studio. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 children; 3568000 or cheekwood.org.

Zumbatomic All ages can participate in a dance-fitness workout set to hip-hop, salsa, reggae and more. 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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wed 5 Animal Antics All ages can meet one of the center’s resident

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

FREE Open House Day All ages can tour the observatory

and meet astronomers. Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 373-4897 or dyer.vanderbilt.edu.

thu 6 FREE Corn Hole and Coffee All ages can learn the game of cornhole. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Nature Nuts All ages can learn the purpose of animal fur.

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

Pioneer Kids Ages 9 - 15 can learn lessons in local history, storytelling, old-time music, clogging, crafts, games and more. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 - 5 p.m.; $5; 867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. FREE StrollerCoasters Parents with children ages 5 and

All ages can enjoy rides, animal exhibits, live performances and more during the Tennessee State Fair, Sept. 7 - 16. FREE Cookeville Fall Fun Fest All ages can enjoy live mu-

younger can have fun during a stroller exercise program followed by kids’ activities. Old Fort Park, 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

sic, festival food, arts and crafts vendors, storytellers, children’s activities and more. Downtown Cookeville, 345 S. Jefferson Ave., Cookeville; 5 p.m.; fallfunfest.com.

The Secret Sisters This singing sister act from Alabama per-

FREE First Friday Art Show All ages can view the work of

sat 8 10th Annual Wings of Freedom Fish Fry Sponsored by

the Rotary Club of Smyrna, this event features fried fish dinners, live music, vintage aircraft displays and more. This year’s event honors women in the military, and proceeds benefit local charities. Smyrna Airport, 278 Doug Warpoole Road, Smyrna; 5 p.m.; $40; 459-2651 or rotaryofsmyrna.org.

forms cover tunes and original songs. War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $26.50; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

local artists while the Art League explains the artwork. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

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

Mahler’s Eighth: Symphony of a Thousand The Nashville Symphony and Nashville Symphony Chorus come together to perform a monumental piece of music. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $59 $139; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

25th Annual Greek Festival Please see Friday, Sept. 7

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Professional Bull Riders All ages can enjoy a rodeo event. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; Fri 8 p.m., Sat 7 p.m.; $10.50 - $102.50; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

29th Annual Home Decorating and Remodeling Show

25th Annual Greek Festival All ages can enjoy Greek food,

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dancing and entertainment. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 4905 Franklin Road, Nashville; Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; $2 adults, free ages 11 and younger; 333-1047 or holytrinitynashville.org.

25th Annual Pioneer Power Days The South’s largest

antique tractor and gas engine show features more than 700 tractors. Eagleville Tractor Show Grounds, Eagleville Pike, Eagleville; Fri - Sun 7 a.m.; $5 adults, free ages 12 and younger; 542-5656 or eaglevilletvppa.com.

29th Annual Home Decorating and Remodeling Show

Families can visit this upscale consumer show featuring products and services dealing with the home, decorating and remodeling. Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St., Nashville; Fri 12 - 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $8 adults, free ages 12 and younger; nashvillehomeshow.com.

Comprehensive Breastfeeding Expectant moms can

get prepared to breastfeed their babies. Information includes positioning, milk production and coping strategies. The Family Learning Center at Baptist Hospital, 2000 Church St., Nashville; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; $40; 284-2229 or baptisthospital.com/childbirth.

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Tennessee State Fairgrounds for the 2012 Tennessee State Fair. The 106th year of the fair showcases the heritage and culture of the state. Take in thrill rides, animal exhibits, children’s activities, contests and more. Opening day kicks off at 5 p.m. Hours vary daily throughout the remaining nine days. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; $8 adults, $5 ages 3 - 18, unlimited ride wristbands are $20 Mon - Fri/$25 Sat - Sun; tnstatefair.org.

FREE Third Annual Junior Service League of Gallatin Community Yard Sale This sale features adult and children’s clothing, books, electronics, home decor, toys, shoes and more. One-hundred percent of the proceeds go back to the Gallatin Community. Junior Service League, 949 Lakeshore Drive, Gallatin; 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 944-3118.

Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist for a guided walk

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

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FREE Animal Encounters Please see Saturday, Sept. 1

FREE Bird Club All ages can learn about birds and their behavior. The Wilderness Station, 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. Boot Run All ages can participate in a 5K run/walk or 1K family

parade, followed by live music, vendors, food and activities. Proceeds benefit Not Alone, a local organization providing mental health services and resources to American troops and their families during their transitions to life after war. The Meridian Center, 2000 Meridian Blvd., Franklin; 8 a.m.; $25 basic registration, $125 “Boots On” registration includes a pair of combat boots, 1K family parade is free; bootrunnashville.com.

FREE Christ the King Community Festival and Yard Sale Shop the yard sale and enjoy festival activities that include

carnival games, pony rides, a rock climbing wall, a DJ, food and more. Christ the King School, 3001 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; the yard sale runs 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., festival takes place 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 292-9465 or ctkevents.org.

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An Evening of Sholom Aleichem This one-man show rec-

reates the humor of famed Yiddish writer and storyteller Sholom Aleichem, whose stories of Tevye the milkman provided the basis for Fiddler on the Roof. Gordon Jewish Community Center, 801 Percy Warner Blvd., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $15 - $50; 356-7170 or nashvillejcc.org.

Day Out With Thomas Please see page 71. Mahler’s Eighth: Symphony of a Thousand The Nashville Symphony and Nashville Symphony Chorus come together to perform a monumental piece of music. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $59 $139; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org. Nutcracker Youth Auditions Local boys and girls ages 7 -

11 can audition for the Nashville Ballet’s December production of Nutcracker. Girls should wear proper dance attire, and boys can wear shorts, T-shirts and socks. Participants must bring a full body photograph. Audition times are as follows: Boys 7 - 11: register at 11 a.m., audition from 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Girls 7 - 8: register at 11 a.m., audition from 12 - 1 p.m.; Girls 9 - 11: register at 12 p.m., audition from 1 - 2 p.m. Martin Center for Dance, 3630 Redmon St., Nashville; $10; 297-2966, ext. 20, or nashvilleballet.com.

Enjoy classical music with the Nashville Symphony when it performs “Mahler’s Eighth” on Sept. 7 and 9. FREE Cookeville Fall Fun Fest All ages can enjoy live mu-

sic, festival food, arts and crafts vendors, storytellers, children’s activities and more. Downtown Cookeville, 345 S. Jefferson Ave., Cookeville; 9:30 a.m.; fallfunfest.com.

Sunrise Saturday Bounce All ages can spend the morning

bouncing on inflatables. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 8:30 - 10 a.m.; $7.95; 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville. tn.

FREE Corn Hole and Coffee Please see Saturday, Sept. 1

Tennessee State Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing.

Day Out With Thomas Please see page 71.

FREE Third Annual Junior Service League of Gallatin Community Yard Sale This sale features adult and children’s

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FREE Fairview Nature Fest Artisans and craftsmen fill the

park along with live music, food, children’s activities, hayrides and more. Bowie Nature Park, Bowie Lake Road, Fairview; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 799-9290.

clothing, books, electronics, home decor, toys, shoes and more. One-hundred percent of the proceeds go back to the Gallatin Community. Junior Service League, 949 Lakeshore Drive, Gallatin; 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 944-3118.

FREE fEASTival Families can enjoy a day filled with music,

food, art, fashion and the YMCA ArtEmbrace KidZone. East Park, 700 Woodland St., Nashville; 12 - 11 p.m.; feastivalnashville.com.

FREE Walk Now for Autism All ages can garner donations and participate in a one-mile walk to support Autism Speaks Tennessee. Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, 600 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville; 10 a.m.; autismspeaks.org.

Professional Bull Riders Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing.

FREE White Oak Crafts Fair The work of more than 80 craft

FREE Puppets on the Porch Please see Saturday, Sept. 1 listing.

Ranch Rodeo All ages can enjoy rodeo competitions and participate in activities like sack races, wheelbarrow races, horseback riding, apple bobbing, stick pony races and more. Tap Root Farm, 4104 Clovercroft Road, Franklin; 5 p.m.; $5 ages ages 4 and older; 594-3210 or taprootfarm.com.

artisans will be on sale, including textiles, woodcarving, pottery, photography, chairs, baskets, stained glass and more. The Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury; Sat - Sun 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; artscenterofcc.com.

Says You! National Public Radio’s popular word quiz show

FREE Women’s Day Fair The Junior League of Murfreesboro hosts this event featuring resources for women and their families. Enjoy free food, coats, books, haircuts, entertainment, games and door prizes. Child care is provided. McFadden Elementary School, 221 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 8480901 or jlmonline.org.

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can travel back in time and learn how people communicated in the olden days by touring a print shop, telephone museum and radio building, then enjoy live music in the evening. Fiddler’s Grove, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon; 4 - 9 p.m.; 443-2626 or fiddlersgrove.org.

Sherry’s Run 5K This race raises money to benefit people

with colon cancer. Wilson Bank & Trust, 623 W. Main St., Lebanon; 8 a.m.; $25 - $35; 925-2592 or active.com.

25th Annual Greek Festival Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing.

25th Annual Pioneer Power Days Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing.

29th Annual Home Decorating and Remodeling Show

Says You! National Public Radio’s popular word quiz show

comes to Music City for a live broadcast. TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 1 p.m.; $27 - $37; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

Tennessee State Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing. Titans Football Cheer for the Tennessee Titans when they challenge the New England Patriots. LP Field, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 12 p.m.; $35 - $287; 565-4200 or titansonline.com. FREE White Oak Crafts Fair Please see Saturday, Sept.

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FREE Williamson County Community Band Local, volunteer musicians perform an array of tunes, including big band, patriotic, Broadway and movie themes. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 5 p.m.; 790-5719, ext. 30, or wcparksandrec.com.

mon 10 Knee High Naturalist Ages 3 - 5 with an adult can learn about insects that live socially by exploring the lives of ants, termites and bees. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 10 - 11:30 a.m.; $10 per adult/child couple in advance, $15 at the gate; 370-4672 or owlshill.org. FREE Missoula Children’s Theater Auditions Ages 5

- 18 can audition for Blackbeard the Pirate. For those cast, auditions take place Sept. 11 - 14 with two performances on Sept. 15. Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 4 - 6 p.m.; 790-5719, ext. 30, or wcparksandrec.com.

FREE Open Art Ages 3 and older can have fun doing a

variety of art projects. Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill; 8 - 10 a.m.; 302-0971, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com.

Parents & Tots Preschoolers and parents can listen to a reading of The Three Little Pigs. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

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For September events requiring advance registration, visit nashvilleparent.com. Snack Attack All ages can make pizza pockets. Discovery

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

Tennessee State Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing.

tue 11 Chris Isaak Crooner Chris Isaak and his band perform classic tunes by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison and more, along with his own hits. Concert performed without orchestra. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $37 - $119; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org. FREE La Leche League of Rutherford County Get sup-

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

FREE Library Courtyard Concert All ages can bring lunch and enjoy music by Riders in the Sky. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.; library.nashville. org.

Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Sept. 10 listing. Tennessee State Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing. Tuesdays at 2 All ages can join Cannonsburgh interpreters for

demonstrations of traditional crafts and chores with a highlight on quilling. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 2 p.m.; $2.50; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Tuesdays for Tots: Found Object Fun Preschoolers and

parents can create mixed media sculptures from found objects. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Turtle Search Ages 8 and older can participate on a research team to collect data about box turtles. Call for directions. Nickajack Lake, Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

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Animal Antics All ages can meet one of the center’s resident animals. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

FREE African Street Festival Enjoy a weekend of African-

Tennessee State Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing.

thu 13 Bank of America Pops Series: Boys II Men R&B band

Boyz II Men join the Nashville Symphony for an evening of Motown soul music. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $54 - $134; 6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Lost in Space Ages 3 - 4 can construct space crafts,

telescopes, the planets and more. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:45 a.m.; $3; 8937439 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE Merry September Boutique Fair A variety of

vendors will be on hand so busy moms can start their Christmas shopping early. A silent auction will benefit local charities. West End Church of Christ, 3534 West End Ave., Nashville; 6 - 9 p.m.; facebook.com/merryseptember.

Nature Nuts All ages can meet at the pond and learn about

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

Pioneer Kids Ages 9 - 15 can learn lessons in local history,

storytelling, old-time music, clogging, crafts, games and more. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 - 5 p.m.; $5; 867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE StrollerCoasters Parents with children ages 5 and

younger can have fun during a stroller exercise program followed by kids’ activities. Old Fort Park, 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Tennessee State Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing.

American culture through live music, food and stage shows presenting poetry, rap, reggae, blues, jazz, gospel, R&B, drama and more. Hadley Park, 2901 John A. Merritt Blvd., Nashville; 6 - 8 p.m.; 251-0007 or aacanashville.org.

Bank of America Pops Series: Boys II Men Please see

Thursday, Sept. 13 listing.

Cosmic Bounce Night All ages can bounce on inflatables with cosmic lighting and receive a glow bracelet. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; $7.95; 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville.tn. FREE Donelson/Hermitage Mom’s Club Open House

Moms can bring their children for playtime while they talk with members to learn about Mom’s Club. The event includes food and door prizes. St. Phillips Episcopal Church, 85 Fairway Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; momsclub-dh.org.

FREE Lascasses Fall Festival Enjoy live and silent auc-

tions, games, dinner and more. Lascasses Elementary School, Hwy. 96, Lascassas; 5 - 9 p.m.; admission is free but tickets are required for games and dinner; 893-0758.

FREE Old Timers’ Day All ages can enjoy carnival rides, parades, pageants, live music and more. Veterans’ Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, La Vergne; Fri 7 p.m., Sat 11 a.m., Sun 12 p.m.; oldtimersfestival.com. PreK & Play Ages 3 - 6 can bounce on inflatables while you

tackle errands or enjoy free time. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $25 ($20 siblings); 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville.tn.

Tennessee State Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing. Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist for a guided walk

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

sat 15 21st Annual Daniel Smith Colonial Days All ages can en-

Ages 8 and older can participate in a turtle search on Tuesday, Sept. 11.

joy this 18th century re-enactment and colonial fair that includes demonstrations, children’s games, period artisans, music, food and more. Historic Rock Castle, 139 Rock Castle Lane, Hendersonville; Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $10 adults, free ages 12 and younger; 824-0502 or historicrockcastle.com.

A Day of Chinese Arts and Culture The Chinese Arts Alliance of Nashville presents a full day of workshops for all ages including art, dance, martial arts, paper folding, calligraphy, drumming and more. The day wraps up with a performance by Dragon Tales Dance Theater at 7 p.m. The Renaissance Center, 855 Hwy. 46, Dickson; 11 a.m.; $10 per workshop, $10 for dance performance; 740-5600 or rcenter.org. FREE African Street Festival Enjoy a weekend of African-

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FREE Animal Encounters Please see Saturday, Sept. 1

listing.

Bank of America Pops Series: Boys II Men Please see

Thursday, Sept. 13 listing.

Barefoot 5K Race All ages can participate in this race benefiting Soles4Souls. Other activities include pre-race clinics, a kids’ 1K race, foot painting, foot massages, yoga stretch stations, live music, raffles and more. Participants are encouraged to bring a pair of shoes to donate. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 8:30 a.m.; $40 adults, $25 students, free ages 11 and younger (the kids’ 1K race is free); thenakedfoot5k.com/#/nashville.

FREE Bringing Stories to Life The Junior Service League of Gallatin hosts a back-to-school themed book reading with a craft project. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org. FREE Buchanan Log House Folk Festival All ages can

celebrate the early 19th century with interactive activities and demonstrations, visit with an Abe Lincoln impersonator, enjoy country dancing and live music, train rides for kids and more. Buchanan Log House, 2910 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 370-9415 or buchananloghouse.com.

FREE Calico Critters Party All ages can visit with the Calico Critters mascot and enjoy a play day with activities, contests and treats. HobbyTown USA, 536 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 890-6777.

FREE Classic Cruise In and Concert Families can enjoy

street rods from yesterday then take in a concert by Four on the Floor, performing classic hits. Sumner Crest Winery, 5306 S. Old Highway 52, Portland; 3 - 9:30 p.m.; 325-4086 or sumnercrestwinery.com.

FREE Corn Hole and Coffee Please see Saturday, Sept.

1 listing.

FREE EMS Nite Lites This community event honoring local

first responders and emergency departments also allows children to climb on and sound all the bells and whistles on different vehicles including fire trucks, police cars, ambulances and military automobiles. Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; 799-9331 or wcparksandrec.com.

Gift of Life Walk Raise awareness and funds for the Ten-

nessee Kidney Foundation. Shelby Park, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 7:30 a.m.; $15; 383-3887 or firstgiving.com/tkf.

FREE Goodlettsville Arts & Antiques Festival Enjoy

arts, antiques, more than 50 local business booths, live music, a farmers’ market, an antique appraisal show and more. Proceeds benefit the Goodlettsville Help Center and Second Harvest Food Bank. Goodlettsville Arts and Antiques District, N. Main St., Goodlettsville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; there is a fee for antique appraisals; 500-5272 or facebook.com/imaginegoodlettsville.

FREE Greenway Art Festival All ages can view the work by

artists displaying and selling their works in oils, acrylics, watercolors, pottery, sculpture, glass and more. A children’s area provides opportunities for hands-on exploration. The Greenway at Old Fort Park, 697 Golf Lane, Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Hustle for the House 5K and One-Mile Fun Run All

ages can run or walk to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Nashville. The one-mile begins at 7:30 a.m.; 5K starts at 8 a.m. Ronald McDonald House, 2144 Fairfax Ave., Nashville; registration before Sept. 7 is $25 for the 5K, $15 for one-mile and $10 for dogs on leashes; prices increase $5 after Sept. 7; race-day registration is $35 for the 5K, $25 for the one mile; 343-4000 or rmhcnashville.com.

Kelly Clarkson & The Fray All ages can enjoy an evening of live music. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $29.50 - $79.50; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com. FREE Old Timers’ Day Please see Friday, Sept. 14 listing. One Moment in Time 10th Annual Kids Talent Contest Generation for Creation hosts this event for kids ages 7 - 17 to compete in visual and performing art categories. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m.; $7; 890-7116 or gfctalent.org.

Paula Poundstone Ages 13 and older can enjoy an evening of stand-up comedy. TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $29.50 - $35; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

FREE Puppets on the Porch Please see Saturday, Sept. 1 listing.

FREE Sunburst Beauty Pageant Boys and girls, infants

and older can participate in a beauty pageant. RiverGate Mall, 1000 Rivergate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 11 a.m.; 813-839-8054 or pageantinfo.com.

Sunrise Saturday Bounce All ages can spend the morning

bouncing on inflatables. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 8:30 - 10 a.m.; $7.95; 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville. tn.

Tennessee State Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing.

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FREE West Fest This school fundraiser includes a silent

auction, food, inflatables, games and vendor booths. West Elementary, 9315 Lebanon Road, Mt Juliet; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 758-5846.

sun 16 21st Annual Daniel Smith Colonial Days Please see Saturday, Sept. 15 listing.

FREE African Street Festival Please see Saturday, Sept.

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FREE Artful Tales: Anton’s Dream Ages 3 and older can

listen to a story about magical transformation and the power of love, then create a collage illustrating their ideal hero. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 2 p.m.; 2443341 or fristcenter.org.

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of Nutcracker. Girls should wear proper dance attire, and boys can wear shorts, T-shirts and socks. Participants must bring a full body photograph. Audition times are as follows: Boys 7 - 11: register at 11 a.m., audition from 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Girls 7 - 8: register at 11 a.m., audition from 12 - 1 p.m.; Girls 9 - 11: register at 12 p.m., audition from 1 - 2 p.m. Martin Center for Dance, 3630 Redmon St., Nashville; $10; 297-2966, ext. 20, or nashvilleballet.com.

FREE Old Timers’ Day Please see Friday, Sept. 14 listing. FREE Star Bright Players Children’s Theater Audition

Ages 7 - 17 can audition for Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, which mounts in December. Those auditioning should be prepared to sing something from the musical theater genre. Auditions for new participants is 1 - 3 p.m.; auditions for returning members are 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Freedom Middle School Theatre, 750 Hwy. 96, Franklin; free to audition; those cast are required to pay a $70 participation fee; 790-5719, ext. 30, or wcparksandrec. com.

Tennessee State Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 7 listing.

mon 17 Al Green Soul and gospel singer Al Green performs his classic

hits and songs from his most recent album, Lay it Down. Concert presented without orchestra. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $70 - $125; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

FREE Open Art Ages 3 and older can have fun doing a variety of art projects. Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill; 8 - 10 a.m.; 302-0971, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com. Parents & Tots Preschoolers and parents can learn about the seasons. 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 animal crackers. Discovery

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

tue 18 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; 6:15 p.m.; 834-3287. FREE Library Courtyard Concert All ages can bring lunch and enjoy music by classical cellist Sara Sant’Ambrogio. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.; library.nashville.org. Kids can experience old-time chores during Days of Washing, Churning and Learning at Oaklands on Sept. 20 - 21. FREE FAAN Walk for Food Allergy The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network hosts this fundraising and awareness event where families can garner pledges. Following the walk, participants can enjoy live entertainment, a children’s activity area and a mobile gaming truck. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 1 p.m.; foodallergywalk.org.

Family Day: Happy Harvest Families can immerse themselves in autumn activities, hear the story of cotton, learn how to pick corn kernels and make butter from cream. Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna; 1 - 4 p.m.; $5 adults, $2 children; 459-2341 or samdavishome.org. Nutcracker Youth Auditions Local boys and girls ages 7 11 can audition for the Nashville Ballet’s December production

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Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Sept. 17 listing. Tuesdays at 2 All ages can join Cannonsburgh interpreters for demonstrations of traditional crafts and chores with a highlight on blacksmithing. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 2 p.m.; $2.50; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. Tuesdays for Tots: Autumn Adventures Preschoolers

and parents can turn ordinary leaves into a whimsical creation. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

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wed 19 Animal Antics All ages can meet one of the center’s resident animals. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. FREE Talk Like a Pirate Day All ages can don pirate costumes and watch a PG-rated pirate movie. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 3 p.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org. The Birds See Alfred Hitchcock’s classic, The Birds, on the big screen. Green Hills 16, 3815 Green Hills Village Drive, Nashville, and Opry Mills 21, 570 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $12.50; fathomevents.com.

thu 20 An Evening in Paris The Murfreesboro Symphony Orchestra

presents a night of music featuring Debussy’s “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun,” Stravinsky’s “Firebird Suite” and Gershwin’s “An American in Paris.” First United Methodist Church, 265 W. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; 7:30 p.m.; $10 - $40 (a $30 dinner package includes a 5:30 p.m. seating at Carrabba’s Italian Grill); 898-1862 or murfreesborosymphony.com.

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FREE Corn Hole and Coffee All ages can learn the game of cornhole. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Days of Washing, Churning and Learning All ages can experience chores from the 1860s, including washing clothes on a washboard, making candles, churning butter, beating rugs and more. Bring a sack lunch. Oaklands Historic House Museum, 900 N. Maney Ave., Murfreesboro; Thu - Fri 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $5; 893-0022 or oaklandmuseum.org. Lost in Space Ages 3 - 4 can construct space crafts,

telescopes, the planets and more. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:45 a.m.; $3; 8937439 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Nature Nuts All ages can get the scoop on poop. Discovery

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

Pioneer Kids Ages 9 - 15 can learn lessons in local history,

Enjoy Native American activities during the 31st Annual Mt. Juliet Pow Wow, Sept. 22 - 23. SunTrust Classical Series: A Woman’s Life Pianist Olga Kern and Soprano Angela Brown join the Nashville Symphony for an evening of music featuring works by Rachmaninoff, Richard Danielpour and Roberta Sierra. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $39 $109; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Southern Ground Music & Food Festival Enjoy two days of live music starring the Zac Brown Band and others, food, craft vendors and more. Riverfront Park, First Street, Nashville; Fri 3 p.m., Sat 12 p.m.; $89 adults for both days, free ages 5 and younger; southerngroundfestival.com.

Thursdsay Crafternoon All ages can make fall felt leaves.

Thursday, Sept. 20 listing.

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

FREE Toddler, Tales and Trails Ages 18 months - 4 years

can enjoy an outdoor story time followed by a nature activity. Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Pkwy., Spring Hill; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 302-0971, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com.

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storytelling, old-time music, clogging, crafts, games and more. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 - 5 p.m.; $5; 867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE StrollerCoasters Parents with children ages 5 and

Days of Washing, Churning and Learning Please see

younger can have fun during a stroller exercise program followed by kids’ activities. Old Fort Park, 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Thursday, Sept. 20 listing.

SunTrust Classical Series: A Woman’s Life Please see FREE Third Friday Night Concert Series All ages can

bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets to the village and enjoy live bluegrass music. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 7 - 9:30 p.m.; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.

Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist for a guided walk

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

sat 22 31st Annual Mt. Juliet Pow Wow Families can enjoy Native American food, arts, crafts, music, dances and demonstrations. Charlie Daniels Park, 1100 Charlie Daniels Pkwy., Mt. Juliet; Sat - Sun 10:30 a.m.; $7 adults, $4 age 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger; 443-1537 or mtjulietpowwow.com.

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Tune Town Show Chorus All ages can enjoy an evening of

music as Tune Town Show Chorus brings its “Encore!” tour to Music City. TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $20; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

FREE Williamson County Community Band Families can bring a picnic supper and enjoy an evening of live music. Thompson’s Station Park, 1513 Thompson Station Road W., Thompson’s Station; 5 p.m.; 790-5719, ext. 30, or wcparksandrec.com.

sun 23 31st Annual Mt. Juliet Pow Wow Please see Saturday, Sept. 22 listing.

Carrie Underwood with Hunter Hayes All ages can enjoy an evening of country music. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $46 - $66; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena. com. Harvest Days Please see Saturday, Sept. 22 listing.

Celebrate your furry family members during the Dog Day Festival at Centennial Park on Saturday, Sept. 22. 39th Annual Heritage Ball Adults can enjoy this black-tie

event that features a farm-to-table dinner, cocktails and dancing with the Rock Williams Band. Proceeds benefit the Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County. Eastern Flank Battlefield Park, 1343 Carnton Lane, Franklin; 6 p.m.; $300; 5918500 or historicfranklin.com.

FREE Animal Encounters Please see Saturday, Sept. 1 listing.

Bluegrass in the Herb Garden Families can relax in the

herb garden while local musicians perform bluegrass music. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Civil War and Long Hunter Camp All ages can step

back in time and see what a camp was like during the Civil War era. Mansker’s Station, 705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 859-3678 or goodlettsvilleparks.com.

FREE Corn Hole and Coffee Please see Saturday, Sept. 1 listing.

Dog Day Festival Families can bring their furry family mem-

bers for a day of fun featuring doggie arts and crafts, a children’s zone, pet portraits, microchip clinics, contests, training and agility clinics, live music and more. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m.; $5; nashvillehumane.org.

Family Studio Drop-in ARTivities Families can visit the

studio for interactive art and nature-themed activities. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Garden Tales: Autumn Adventures Children’s entertainer Rachel Sumner entertains kids ages 2 - 8 with songs, dance and interactive reading focusing on an autumn theme. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 11 a.m.; $12 adults, $5 ages 3 - 17; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Hands On Nashville Day Ages 10 and older can volunteer to do improvement projects like painting, landscaping and cleaning across the city at Nashville Metro Public Schools. An after party follows featuring lunch, entertainment and prizes. Sign up online beginning Tuesday, Sept. 4. Approximately 50 Metro Nashville Public School sites, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.; a $25 donation per person is suggested; 298-1108 or hon.org.

Harvest Days The Croft House lawn features period artisans

and activities, including a Civil War display, animal presentations, musical groups, old-time games and more. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 children; 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

mon 24 FREE Open Art Ages 3 and older can have fun doing a

variety of art projects. Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill; 8 - 10 a.m.; 302-0971, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com.

Parents & Tots Preschoolers and parents can participate in a program titled, “I Can Dress Myself.” Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

In the Artist’s Studio All ages can join a local artist for a hands-on art project. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Snack Attack All ages can make S’more popcorn balls.

FREE Lego Play Time Ages 3 and older can put their creativity to work with Legos. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

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Music City Mutt Strutt Families can walk their dogs during

this fundraiser for the Nashville Humane Association. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 9 a.m.; $25 adults, $20 ages 11 - 17, free ages 10 and younger; nhamuttstrutt.org.

FREE Reading Rally Families can celebrate the written word with music, entertainment, storytelling, face painting and other activities. Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Road W., Smyrna; 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; 459-4884 or linebaugh.org.

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

19th Century Trades Festival All ages can step back in time where artisans and re-enactors demonstrate trades like blacksmithing, soap making, broom making, fire pit cooking and more. Hands-on activities for kids include candle dipping, corn grinding, quill pen writing, sack races and making a corn husk doll. Travellers Rest Plantation & Museum, 646 Farrell Pkwy., Nashville; 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $5.50 ages 4 and older; 832-8197 or travellersrestplantation.org.

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FREE Curiosity Day Party All ages can enjoy Curious George themed stories, games and activities. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 5 p.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

Sunrise Saturday Bounce All ages can spend the morning

FREE Library Courtyard Concert All ages can bring lunch

SunTrust Classical Series: A Woman’s Life Please see

Parents & Tots Please see Monday, Sept. 24 listing.

Southern Ground Music & Food Festival Please see

bouncing on inflatables. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 8:30 - 10 a.m.; $7.95; 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville. tn.

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Titans Football Cheer for the Tennessee Titans when they challenge the Detroit Lions. LP Field, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 12 p.m.; $35 - $287; 565-4200 or titansonline.com.

and enjoy bluegrass music by The SteelDrivers. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 11:45 a.m.; library.nashville. org.

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FREE Toddler, Tales and Trails Ages 18 months - 4 years can enjoy an outdoor story time followed by a nature activity. Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Pkwy., Spring Hill; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 302-097, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com. Tuesdays at 2 All ages can join Cannonsburgh interpreters for demonstrations of traditional crafts and chores with a highlight on quilting. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 2 p.m.; $2.50; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. Tuesdays for Tots: Silly Scarecrows Preschoolers and parents can explore the Scarecrows exhibit, then pop into the studio to create their own silly scarecrow. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org. FREE Turtle Search Ages 8 and older can participate on a research team to collect data about box turtles. Call for directions. Nickajack Lake, Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

wed 26 19th Century Trades Festival All ages can step back in time where artisans and re-enactors demonstrate trades like blacksmithing, soap making, broom making, fire pit cooking and more. Hands-on activities for kids include candle dipping, corn grinding, quill pen writing, sack races and making a corn husk doll. Travellers Rest Plantation & Museum, 646 Farrell Pkwy., Nashville; 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $5.50 ages 4 and older; 832-8197 or travellersrestplantation.org. Animal Antics All ages can meet one of the center’s resident animals. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. FREE Kid’s Hour Family entertainer Rachel Sumner performs interactive music for ages 10 and younger. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 550-5660 or rachelsumner.com.

Enjoy Hispanic Heritage Day at the Discovery Center at Murfree Spring on Saturday, Sept. 29.

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by kids’ activities. Old Fort Park, 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

in the game of chess. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 4:30 - 6 p.m.; 371-0090 or brentwood-tn.org/library.

26th Annual Heritage Days All ages can celebrate the

Taste of Hendersonville Sample food from local restaurants,

Southern Fried Festival Feast on fried food, enjoy live music, participate in contests and have fun in the Kid Zone featuring inflatables, arts and crafts, and more. Public Square, Columbia; Fri 5 - 9:30 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; $3 adults, free ages 10 and younger; southernfriedfest.com.

beginning of autumn with living history presentations, artisans, live animals, music and more. Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna; Thu - Fri 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $5; 459-2341 or samdavishome.org.

FREE Corn Hole and Coffee All ages can learn the game of cornhole. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Lost in Space Ages 3 - 4 can construct space crafts,

telescopes, the planets and more. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9:45 a.m.; $3; 8937439 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Nature Nuts All ages can decorate a birdhouse. Discovery

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

Pioneer Kids Ages 9 - 15 can learn lessons in local history,

storytelling, old-time music, clogging, crafts, games and more. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.; $5; 867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE StrollerCoasters Parents with children ages 5 and

younger can have fun during a stroller exercise program followed

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caterers and grocers, and kids can play on inflatables. Streets of Indian Lake, 300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville; 5 p.m.; $12 in advance/$15 at the door adults, $3 in advance/$5 at the door ages 12 and younger; 824-2818.

fri 28 26th Annual Heritage Days Please see Thursday, Sept. 27 listing.

Cosmic Bounce Night All ages can bounce on inflatables

with cosmic lighting and receive a glow bracelet. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; $7.95; 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville.tn.

Full Moon Pickin’ Party All ages can enjoy live bluegrass music under the light of the full moon. Steeplechase Barn at the Equestrian Center, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 7 - 11 p.m.; $15 in advance/$20 at the gate adults, $10 ages 7 - 15, free ages 6 and younger; 370-8053 or friendsofwarnerparks.com. FREE Scholastic Chess Club Students in Grades K - 6 can learn the beginning fundamentals and advanced strategies

FREE TACA Fall Craft Fair Take in all things arts and crafts

during the Tennessee Association of Craft Artists (TACA) Fall Craft Fair. Hundreds of statewide artisans and crafters exhibit and sell their goods, ranging from basketry and clay to glass and wood creations. The kids’ tent allows children of all ages to explore hands-on art activities. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 385-1904 or tennesseecrafts.org.

Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist for a guided walk

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

sat 29 Aesop’s Fables The Nashville Public Library Puppet Truck

and Wishing Chair Productions present a new take on classic

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tales. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Animal Encounters Please see Saturday, Sept. 1 listing.

Bluegrass in the Herb Garden Families can relax in the

FREE Septemberfest All ages can enjoy inflatables, a petting zoo, hayrides, train rides, face painting, a rock wall, mechanical bull rides, a bungee trampoline, games, prizes and more. New Hope Community Church, 605 Wilson Pike, Brentwood; 10 a.m. 3 p.m.; 373-1590 or newhopechurchtn.org. Southern Fried Festival Please see Friday, Sept. 28 listing.

Sunrise Saturday Bounce All ages can spend the morning

FREE Corn Hole and Coffee Please see Saturday, Sept. 1

FREE TACA Fall Craft Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 28

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FREE Depot Days Families can enjoy live music, food, local vendors showcasing their products and services, children’s activities and more. Downtown Smyrna, Front Street, Smyrna; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; smyrnadepotdays.com. FREE Fall Book Frenzy This annual used-book sale features thousands of titles for children and adults as well as movies, music, software and games, all for $2 or less. A $5 per bag sale begins at 2 p.m. University School of Nashville’s Main Auditorium, 2000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 321-8019.

FREE Family Program: Introduction to Country Dance

Ages 7 - 18 can learn country dance history and fundamentals, from squares to Bakersfield Sound swing. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 a.m.; 4162001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

Family Studio Drop-in ARTivities Families can visit the

bouncing on inflatables. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 8:30 - 10 a.m.; $7.95; 255-1422 or bounceu.com/cities/nashville. tn. listing.

The Vespers All ages can enjoy a concert of folk pop music with spiritual themes. New Hope Community Church, 605 Wilson Pike, Brentwood; 7 p.m.; $10; eventbrite.com/event/4051181192. FREE Thompson’s Station Fall Festival Families can

experience arts and crafts vendors, food, children’s games, live music, a chili cook-off and more. Thompson’s Station Park, 1513 Thompson Station Road W., Thompson’s Station; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 794-4333 or thompsons-station.com.

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hands-on kids Handprint Apple Tree Kids can make a fall craft with these simple steps.

Latino Family Festival All ages can enjoy entertainment and

activities, including music, traditional dance and games. Spanish translators will be stationed throughout the park. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 1 - 5 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 children; 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

FREE TACA Fall Craft Fair Please see Friday, Sept. 28 listing.

What You’ll Need • Construction paper in brown, blue, green, yellow, orange and red • Scissors

FREE Hispanic Heritage Day All ages can explore the

traditions of the Hispanic culture through music, arts and food. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline. org.

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Mile-Long Yard Sale Excursion Train All ages can ride the rails to Watertown where they can spend a three-hour layover for the fall mile-long yard sale. Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville; 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; $21 - $75; 2449001 or tcry.org.

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Music City Southern Hot Wing Festival Families can

spice things up during this festival featuring a variety of hot wings to sample throughout the day. In addition, enjoy entertainment, an all-you-can-eat hot wing eating contest, a silent auction, a children’s area and more. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald Charities House of Nashville. Walk of Fame Park, Demonbreun Street, Nashville; 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; $10 adults, free ages 12 and younger; musiccitywouthernhotwingfestival.com.

FREE Nashville Liver Life Walk All ages can garner

pledges and participate in a 5K run/walk (a shorter course is available) to raise money for the local chapter of the American Liver Foundation. Percy Warner Park Steeplechase Barn, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 8 a.m.; 477-5446 or liverfoundation. org/walk.

FREE Puppets on the Porch Please see Saturday, Sept. 1 listing.

FREE Puppy Plunge All ages can bring their dogs for a dip in the outdoor pool (dogs only in the pool). Sports*Com, 120 DeJarnette Lane, Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 895-5040 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

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CLASSES & ACTIVITIES 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 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 11 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.

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 - 8; 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.

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.

BounceU Bounce on inflatables at 1222 Park Ave., 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.

Bowie Park and Nature Center Nature programs and

Lucky Ladd Farms Tennessee’s largest petting farm with more than 70 activities for all ages is located at 4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville; Tue - Thu 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Fri 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $9; 274-3786 or luckyladdfarms.com.

FREE Family Trivia Night Families can compete in trivia games for a chance to win a $25 gift card every Friday at 6 p.m. at Goofballs Family Fun, 1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 360, Franklin; 861-3668 or letsgetgoofy.com.

Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd.,

Franklin on Foot Kids can participate in the “I Spy

Murfreesboro; 893-7439. Ongoing programs: • After School at Patterson Park: Ages 8 - 18 can participate in a variety of educational activities Mon - Fri; 4 - 6 p.m.; $2 • Family and Consumer Science: Ages 8 - 12 can learn about agriculture and natural resources every Thursday; 4 p.m.; $2 • Gymboree: Ages 3 - 5 with a parent can enjoy playtime and energy-burning activities every Wednesday; 11 - 11:45 a.m.; $3 • Hip-Hop Aerobics: Ages 8 - 12 can incorporate fitness into dance routines every Monday; 4 p.m.; $2 • Right Choices: Ages 8 - 18 can learn life skills every Tuesday; 4 - 6 p.m.; $2 • Water Zumba: All ages can get in the water for a workout every Mon and Wed; 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.; $4

Sports*Com 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 895-5040. Ongoing programs: • Toddler Time with Thomas: Ages 5 and younger can participate in motor-skill development activities every Friday; 10 - 11 a.m.; $3 • Water Polo: Ages 13 and older can play every Tuesday; 7 8:45 p.m.; $3 adults, $2 youth • Youth Volleyball Class: Ages 8 - 15 can learn volleyball skills every Thursday; 4:30 - 6 p.m.; $3 FREE Stones River National Battlefield Ranger-led

bicycle tours take place every Saturday at 11 a.m. at 3501 Old Nashville Hwy., Murfreesboro; 893-9501 or nps.gov/stri.

sumner county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime Stories and related

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

Drakes Creek Activity Center Laser Adventure, mini golf,

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.

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

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

williamson county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 1701 Mallory Lane, Brentwood; 377-9979 or bn.com.

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

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

Downtown Franklin” scavenger hunt every Tue and Fri at 9 a.m. on Franklin’s Public Square; $9; 400-3808 or franklinonfoot.com.

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; 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 - 8; 942-7911 or themonkeystreehouse.com.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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onSTAGE Alice in Wonderland (Sept. 20 - Oct. 7; All ages) 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.

Ballet in the Park (Sept. 28 - Oct. 1; All ages) Dance Theatre of Tennessee at Centennial Park’s Bandshell, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 6:30 p.m. pre-show entertainment, 7:30 p.m. performance; $10 suggested donation; dancetheatretn.org.

Blackbeard the Pirate (Saturday, Sept. 15; All ages) The Missoula Children’s Theatre International at Freedom Middle School Theater, 750 Hwy. 96 W., Franklin; 2 and 7 p.m.; $5; 790-5719, ext. 30, or wcparksandrec.com.

Caroline, or Change (Sept. 7 - 30; Ages 12 and older) Street Theatre Company, 1933 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville; Fri - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 5 p.m.; $18 adults, $16 students; 554-7414 or streettheatrecompany.org. Chicago (Sept. 14 - 23; Ages 13 and older) The Arts Center

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

Clybourne Park (Sept. 8 - 22; Ages 14 and older) 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.; $45; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

Crimes of the Heart (Sept. 7 - 16; Ages 13 and older) Murfreesboro Little Theatre, 702 Ewing Ave., Murfreesboro; Fri - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 students; 893-9825 or mltarts.com. The Dixie Swim Club (continues through Sunday, Sept. 30; Ages 10 and older) Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Thu - Sat 6 - 7:30 p.m. 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. The Gym: An Original Musical Revue with Something for Every Body (Sept. 13 - 23; All ages) Lakewood Theatre

Company, 2211 Old Hickory Blvd., Old Hickory; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $14 adults, $10 students; 847-0934 or lakewoodtheatre.com.

The Last Night of Ballyhoo (Sept. 28 - Oct. 20; Ages 12

and older) Towne Centre Theatre, 136 Frierson St., Brentwood; Thu - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $20 adults, $16 students; 2211174 or townecentretheatre.com.

Ronnie Meek stars as Don Quixote in the Lamplighter’s Theatre production of Man of LaMancha, Sept. 7 - 16.

Legally Blonde (Sept. 13 - 29; Ages 10 and older) The

Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure (Sept. 13 - Oct. 7; Ages 10 and older) Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville; 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13, then Sat 2 and 6:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $19 adults, $12 ages 2 - 17 (tickets on opening night are $12 adults, $6 children); 252-4675 or nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.

Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike, Nashville; Thu Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $22 - $27 adults, $13 - $18 children; thelarrykeetontheatre.org.

Man of LaMancha (Sept. 7 - 16; Ages 13 and older)

Lamplighter’s Theatre, 14119 Old Nashville Hwy., Smyrna; Fri Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 4:30 p.m.; $10 adults, $8 students, $5 ages 4 - 12; 852-8499 or lamplighterstheatre.com.

FREE Much Ado About Nothing (continues through

Sunday, Sept. 16; All ages) Nashville Shakespeare Festival at Centennial Park Band Shelter, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; Thu - Sun 7:30 p.m.; nashvilleshakes.org.

Smokey Joe’s Cafe (Sept. 20 - Oct. 7; Ages 8 and older) Studio Tenn at The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; Thu - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $47.50 - $57.50; franklintheatre.com. Steel Magnolias (continue through Saturday, Sept. 8; Ages 10 and older) Boiler Room Theatre, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; Tue, Fri and Sat 8 p.m., Thu 8 p.m. (dates TBD), Sun 2 p.m. (dates TBD); $27 adults, $25 students, $21 ages 11 and younger

(Tuesdays are two-for-one nights, Thursdays are $17 all tickets, Sundays are $2 off); 794-7744 or boilerroomtheatre.com.

Waiting for To Go (Sept. 7 - 22; Ages 12 and older) Encore

Theatre Company, 6978 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 ages 11 and younger; 598-8950 or encore-theatre-company.org.

Willy Wonka Jr. (Sept. 7 - 23; All ages) Center for the Arts,

110 W. College St., Murfreesboro; Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 and 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $15 adults, $13 students, $11 ages 12 and younger; 904-2787 or boroarts.org.

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By Chad Young

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ne of the best things about late summer and early autumn is the theater community’s next season announcements. There’s a lot to look forward to this fall and spring/summer of 2013. Here’s my top list of what I’m looking forward to seeing within the next year that your family is sure to enjoy as well: • Nashville Children’s Theatre: It’s very seldom that an NCT production runs longer than an hour, but its first two shows of the new season enjoy a running time of 2 hours with an intermission — Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure (Ages 10 and older, Sept. 13 - Oct. 7) and a big favorite, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Ages 5 and older, Nov. 1 - Dec. 23).

• Lamplighter’s Theatre: Your family with older kids can dream the impossible dream with the company’s season opener, Man of LaMancha (Sept. 7 - 16). It is a fabulous show that hasn’t graced a stage in Nashville in years! • Boiler Room Theatre: Hop on over to BRT at The Factory Nov. 24 - Dec. 23 when A Year With Frog and Toad takes the stage. It’s the first show the Boiler Room has done that is so kid friendly! • Studio Tenn: Have to wait until May 16, 2013 for opening night, but I can’t wait to see how Studio Tenn puts its top-notch mark on one of the most classic musicals of all time, My Fair Lady. • Tennessee Repertory Theatre: This one is certainly for a high school and older audience, but the Rep brings another classic to Johnson Theater — Cabaret (Feb. 16 - March 9, 2013). John Kander’s music ... amazing! • The Arts Center of Cannon County: Who doesn’t dream of flying? Catch a production of Peter Pan Nov. 2 - 17. The Arts Center is a gem of community theater. • The Center for the Arts: Murfreesboro’s best theater outlet serves up three solid goodies this fall. Kids will love Willy Wonka Jr. (Sept. 7 - 23), older kids can enjoy A Chorus Line (Nov. 2 - 18), and everyone in your family can experience the holiday magic of It’s a Wonderful Life (Nov. 30 - Dec. 16). • TPAC’s Broadway Series: The Tennessee Performing Arts Center is bringing a fabulous season of musicals to town, starting with the Cole Porter classic, Anything Goes (Oct. 23 - 28), and ending with a fierce kid favorite, The Lion King (May 7 - June 2). Mark your calendars for March 1 - 3 as well, when Cathy Rigby returns as Peter Pan, which is amazing considering she’ll be 60 years old! Be sure to check our “On Stage” listings here in the magazine each month to stay on top of all the theatrical offerings around town, and visit nashvilleparent.com to read my review. I attend a lot of opening nights.

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