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DAILY EVENTS
Wed 1
Wild Things At The Wilderness Station
615-217-3017 dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov
Little ones can sing songs, read a story, complete a craft and conclude with a short walk on Wednesdays at 9:45 or 10:45 a.m. at The Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro). Different nature theme each week. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $3 per child.
Free Wednesday Npl Story Times
615-862-5800 library.nashville.org
Age-appropriate songs, stories and early literacy fun on Wednesday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include Hermitage (10 and 11 a.m.), Bellevue (10:15 a.m.), Edmondson Pike, Goodlettsville, Green Hills, Main Library, Inglewood and Richland Park (10:30 a.m.) branches. Call ahead to make sure there are open spots.
Free First Wednesdays At Nmaam
615-301-8724 nmaam.org
Enjoy a day at the National Museum of African American Music (510 Broadway, Nashville) every first Wednesday of each month with free admission from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
FREE PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY
615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.libcal.com
Come out to Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) for a special pre-school story time to get little ones thinking and moving. Happens on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 and 11 a.m.
Free Story Time At Linebaugh
615-893-4131 x114 rclstn.org
An all-ages story time every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Linebaugh Library (105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro), complete with stories, songs and a puppet show.
Orchids In The Mansion At Cheekwood
615-356-8000 cheekwood.org
For its fifth year at Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Dr., Nashville), Orchids in the Mansion brings the beauty of nature into the historic mansion & museum. Check out all of the orchids growing on trees, in planters, draped among foliage and more. Also on each Saturday, piano performances will take place in the Drawing Room from 12 to 2 p.m. Continues through March 5 on Tuesdays - Sundays from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost is $25 for adults, $18 for ages 3 - 17.
JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (NE NASHVILLE)
urbanairtrampolinepark.com
The park is open just for toddlers to jump, bounce and crawl around safely from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Urban Air Adventure Park. Happens MondaysThursdays (while MNPS is in session) at the Old Hickory location (4331 Old Hickory Blvd., Old Hickory). Admission is $11.99 per child; parents play free.
FREE NATURE STORY & SONG AT SBNC
615-862-8539 nashville.gov
Read a nature-themed book, check on the educational snake, “Maize” and enjoy puppet characters to accompany a story at Shelby Bottoms Nature Center (1900 Shelby Bottoms Greenway, Nashville). Kids will learn a song to get the wiggles out. Happens the first and third Wednesday at 10 a.m.
Free Haircuts At Npl
615-862-5871 library.nashville.org
Bring your shaggy-headed little ones to the Southeast Branch Library (5260 Hickory Hollow Pkwy. #201, Antioch), where Genesis Career College gives free haircuts to the community from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. This program is open to everyone, and no appointment is necessary.
TURTLE TALK AT DISCOVERY CENTER
615-890-2300 explorethedc.org
Drop by the Discovery Center (502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro) every Wednesday and Friday at 3 p.m. for turtle feedings. Included with admission, free for members.
FREE WILD WEDNESDAY AT SOAC townofsmyrna.org
Join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) to discover something wild about the natural world on Wednesdays from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. You may meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a naturebased activity. Weekly topics are posted online; look for more information on the SOAC Facebook page.
FREE BRENTWOOD LEGO CLUB
JR. AND LEGO CLUB
615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.libcal.com
Everyone loves Lego! Pre-K kids are invited to Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) at 4:30 p.m. for Lego Jr. club, and kids K - 5 can join at 5:15 p.m.
FREE NEW BEGINNINGS HEALTH AND FITNESS CLASS
Women can learn tips for healthy eating, techniques for managing stress and more. Includes 30 minutes of exercise and healthy lifestyle tips every Wednesday at Southeast Branch Library (5260 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Antioch) from 6 - 7 p.m. Register online.
CARRIE UNDERWOOD AT BRIDGESTONE ARENA bridgestonearena.com
See Underwood perform live at Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville) with special guest Jimmie Allen. Starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $60.
Thu 2
FREE ITTY BITTY STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH
615-893-4131 x114 rclstn.org
A special story time for ages 0 - 23 months every Thursday at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St., Murfreesboro) from 10 - 10:30 a.m. Includes stories, fingerplays, lap bounces, tickles, scarves and songs.
CAMPFIRE STORY TIME AT DISCOVERY CENTER
615-890-2300 explorethedc.org
Drop by the Discovery Center (502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro) every Thursday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for story time in the great outdoors! Included with admission.
ORCHIDS IN THE MANSION AT CHEEKWOOD
See Wednesday, March 1.
FREE DOWNTOWN YOGA
615-862-5800 library.nashville.org
Practice yoga with a Yoga Alliance certified instructor at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays at Nashville Public Library (615 Church St., Nashville). All you need are comfy clothes and a yoga mat or towel. Beginners to intermediates welcome.
EARLY LEARNERS AT SOAC
615-459-2553 townofsmyrna.org
Little ones ages 2 - 6 can join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) in this program from 1 - 2 p.m. There are different themes each week. Cost is $2, register online.
FREE CRAFTERNOON AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY
615-371-009 brentwood-tn.libcal.com
Come out to Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) for a freewheeling crafternoon where you can make what you imagine with plenty of supplies. Happens from 4 - 4:45 p.m. For grades 3 - 5.
FREE HIKE WITH A NATURALIST AT THE WILDERNESS STATION
615-217-3017
Join the Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) on a weekly hike at Barfield Crescent Park from 2 - 3 p.m. Along the hike, stop and talk about things you see along the way.
FREE RAPTORS AT THE WILDERNESS STATION
615-217-3017
Here’s your chance to meet an educational screech owl or American kestrel up close and learn about the master predators of the sky from 3 - 4 p.m. at The Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro).
FREE GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB AT LINEBAUGH
615-893-4131 x114 rclstn.org
Girls Who Code Club is an after-school computer science program for all 3rd - 5th graders (and not just for girls)! Program happens Thursdays from 44:45 p.m. at Linebaugh Library (105 W Vine St., Murfreesboro).
NASHVILLE LAWN & GARDEN SHOW nashvillelawnandgardenshow.com
Spring returns to Nashville with the Nashville Lawn and Garden Show at The Fairgrounds Nashville Expo Center (500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville), March 2 - 5. Lectures and workshops, (free with admission), with topics from attracting bees, butterflies and birds to how to grow specific flowers and plants. Shoppers enjoy 200 vendor booths filled with garden décor, plants, flowers, lawn equipment, farmhouse crafts, bird and bee houses and more. Tickets are $12 for adults and $2 for kids under 12. Show hours are 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Disney Animation Immersive Experience
lighthouseimmersive.com/disney
Walt Disney Animation Studios joins forces with Lighthouse ArtSpace (4416 Ridgefield Way, Nashville) to present the music and artistry within Disney Animation’s canon of films — from hits of today like Encanto; Zootopia; and Frozen, to all of the classics including The Lion King; Peter Pan; and Pinocchio. Audiences will feel like they’ve entered the world of Disney characters. Through May 14. Entry times vary; tickets start at $39.99.
YOUNG PEOPLE’S CHOIR OF MURFREESBORO
931-239-0523 murfreesborotn.gov
Do you have a budding vocalist in your house? Or someone who just loves to sing? This community youth choir is a great way to learn in an ensemble environment. For ages 8 - 18, practices happen on Thursday nights from 6 - 7:15 p.m. at Patterson Park Community Center (521 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Murfreesboro). Cost is $25; register online.
Fri 3
JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (COOL SPRINGS) urbanairtrampolinepark.com
The park is open just for toddlers to bounce and crawl around safely from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Urban Air Adventure Park. Happens on Fridays at the Cool Springs location (1735 Galleria Blvd., Franklin). Admission is $11.99 plus tax per child; parents play free.
FREE AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
615-862-5873 redcrossblood.org
Drop in the Coleman Park Community Center (384 Thompson Lane, Nashville) between 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. and let a medical professional from the Red Cross take your life-saving donation.
DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE
See Thursday, March 2.
NASHVILLE LAWN & GARDEN SHOW
See Thursday, March 2.
ORCHIDS IN THE MANSION AT CHEEKWOOD
See Wednesday, March 1.
TURTLE TALK AT DISCOVERY CENTER
See Wednesday, March 1.
FREE FRANKLIN ART CRAWL artscouncilwc.org/art-crawl
Mosey through Franklin’s most historic buildings on the first Friday of each month from 6 - 9 p.m. Many of the galleries and working studios serve complimentary refreshments during the evening, and some offer live music. In addition, enjoy free trolley rides.
GLOW IN THE PARK
615-610-9500 myadventurepark.com
Zipline through lit-up trees, colored lights, music and more at The Adventure Park at Nashville (801 Percy Warner Blvd., Nashville) on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 - 9 p.m. Cost is $45.
LASER SHOW: DARK SIDE OF THE MOON 50TH ANNIVERSARY
615-862-5160 adventuresci.org
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Dark Side of the Moon with a night full of music and lights in the Sudekum Planetarium at Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville).
First, experience Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon, a new laser show created in-house at 6:15 or 8:15 p.m. In between, enjoy The Other Side of Pink Floyd at 7:15 p.m. ... so plan to make it a double feature with some of their other classic hits.
WINE & WHISKEY AT THE WETLANDS
615-890-2300 explorethedc.org
The Discovery Center (502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro) is going uncorked with the return of this popular tasting event from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Guests 21 and older can enjoy a variety of unlimited wine, whiskey and spirit samples. Food will also be available for purchase from local food vendors. Cost is $40 for adults (21+), $15 for adults designated driver and $10 for adult volunteers.
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AUGUST WILSON’S FENCES BY NASHVILLE REP
615-782-4040 nashvillerep.org
Come out to TPAC’s Polk Theater (505 Deaderick Street, Nashville) to see Nashville Repertory Theatre’s take on August Wilson’s Tony-winning play dealing with the difficult theme of race. Performances are March 3 - 5; tickets start at $50.
Sat 4
Get Your Rear In Gear
5K RUN/WALK jackie@coloncancercoalition.org donate.coloncancercoalition.org
Join the fight to end colon cancer with this 5K run/walk at Richland Creek Greenway (100 White Bridge Road, Nashville). The event will have a kids’ area with face painting, inflatables, games, crafts, as well as a Kids’ Fun Run where all kids receive a medal. Opening ceremony is at 8:30 a.m., kid’s fun run at 8:45 a.m. and the 5K starts at 9 a.m. Event day registration is $20 for youth/kids; $40 for adults.
DROP-IN KIDS ART CLASSES
615-933-9644
LittleArtHouseNashville.com
Kiddos are invited to create original works of art on Saturday mornings at Little Art House Nashville (2106b Acklen Ave., Nashville). Read a book, create a work of art and then have time for sensory play. The 10 - 10:30 a.m. class is for ages 1 - 4 and the 11 - 11:45 a.m. class is intended to be drop-off class for ages 4 - 10. Cost is $20 - $25.
FREE HOME DEPOT KIDS WORKSHOPS
Kids can head in to their local Home Depot to build something fun with staff in this workshop happening from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Make a “pinball machine.” Reserve online.
MYSTIC MERMAIDS UNDER THE SEA BREAKFAST
615-514-3474 aquariumrestaurants.com
Come out to the Aquarium Restaurant (516 Opry Mills Dr., Nashville) for an exclusive “Under The Sea Breakfast” event from 9 - 11 a.m. Watch mermaids swim to music and teach you how to protect the ocean. Cost is $22.41. Must register.
FREE PARNASSUS BOOKS
STORY TIME parnassusbooks.net
The whole family is invited to put on their finest pajamas and come out to Parnassus Books (3900 Hillsboro Pike Suite 14, Nashville) for a special story time from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 0 - 7.
FREE RUTHERFORD COUNTY
YOUTH MAGIC GROUP rclstn.org
Presto! Aspiring magicians can join in the fun at 9:30 a.m. for this youth magic group geared toward ages 6 - 12. Meetings take place at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road, Smyrna) on the first Saturday of each month and Linebaugh (105 W Vine St., Murfreesboro) on the second Saturday of each month.
Teddy Bear Clinic At
NASHVILLE ZOO nashvillezoo.org
Children can bring their favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal friend to Nashville Zoo’s annual Teddy Bear Clinic at the Zoo’s HCA Healthcare Veterinary Center on March 4 and 5. The Zoo’s Veterinary team will be giving veterinary examinations, providing each plush patient with excellent care and a certificate of Beary Good Health at the end of the exam. This event is $5 per child and runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
FREE NASHVILLE OPERA ON TOUR: LITTLE
RED’S MOST UNUSUAL DAY
615-832-5242 nashvilleopera.org
See this performance for children and families with full sets and costumes. Happens at 10 a.m. at Williamson County Public Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) and then 2 p.m. at Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) for a sensoryfriendly performance. Little Red’s Most Unusual Day by John Davies is a family-friendly 40-minute production sung in English and set to music from operas by Rossini and Offenbach.
Free Shabby Lane Shopping Event
615-305-5954 shabbylaneshoppingevents.com
Shopping, free popcorn and princess meet and greets at Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Blvd., Murfreesboro) from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Support more than 70 small businesses and artisans.
Free Kidsville At The Parthenon
kidsvilleonline.org
Come out to the Parthenon (2500 West End Ave., Nashville) for an exploration of Dolly Parton’s book, I Am A Rainbow with Imagination Library, then make art inspired by the book. A Kidsville team member will take registrations at the entrance of the Parthenon beginning at 10:30 a.m. Program lasts from 1111:45 a.m. and is located upstairs in Parthenon’s Naos room (that houses Athena), unless otherwise noted.
Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours
615-742-7445 lanemotormuseum.org
The Lane Motor Museum (702 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville) has more than 580 cars and motorcycles in its collection, but only space for about 150 cars at any given time. Vault tours take place on Saturdays and Sundays at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Cost is $10 (in addition to museum admission, which is $3 for kids and $12 for adults); tour lasts approximately 45 minutes.
FREE EXPLORE WITH A NATURALIST
615-862-8555 wpnc.nashville.gov
Do you want your kids to spend more time in the great outdoors? Take them to explore with a naturalist this weekend at Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville). This outdoor exploration focuses on discovery, observation and connecting with nature from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS AT WILDERNESS STATION
615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov
Join The Wilderness Station (697 Veterans Parkway, Murfreesboro) on Saturdays at 1:30 p.m. for a program introducing kids to its education animals. They will talk about the animals’ adaptations and history.
DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE
See Thursday, March 2.
NASHVILLE LAWN & GARDEN SHOW
See Thursday, March 2.
ORCHIDS IN THE MANSION AT CHEEKWOOD
See Wednesday, March 1.
FAMILY PROGRAM: SONGWRITING 101 countrymusichalloffame.org
Join a museum educator at Country Music Hall of Fame (222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville) to write a song as a group in this introductory workshop at 2 p.m. Recommended for ages eight and up. Included with museum admission; Free to museum members.
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Teddy Bear Tea Party
samdavishome.org
Grab your favorite stuffed bear friend (or two) and join the Sam Davis Home (1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna) for themed crafts and a tea party from 24 p.m. Cost is $21.
Glow In The Park
See Friday, March 3.
AUGUST WILSON’S FENCES BY NASHVILLE REP
See Friday, March 3.
JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL JR. IN WOODBURY
615-563-2787 artscenterofcc.com
A heartfelt comedy based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park performed at The Arts Center of Cannon County (1424 John Bragg Hwy Woodbury). Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for kids. Show times are March 4 and 11 at 2 and 5 p.m.
Nerf Wars At Mpact Sports
mpactsports.com/nerfwars
Come out for community Nerf Wars at Mpact Sports (121 Seaboard Lane, Suite 1, Franklin) twice a month from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. This special event is open to members and non-members. Price is $10 per warrior. Pizza package options available to purchase. Make sure to bring your Nerf Gun (extras available for purchase) and protective eyewear/ goggles.
Kids Night Out At Boost Gymnastics
615-352-8533 boostgymnastics.com
Drop the kids off at Boost Gymnasticss (11 Vaughns Gap Road, Nashville) and have a date night on the first Saturday of every month. The kids are taken care of from 6:30 - 10 p.m. while you enjoy some ‘me’ time. The coaching staff will lead kids in flashlight tag, obstacle courses, games, gymnastics and more. Cost is $25 (with registration), $20 per additional sibling.
PARENTS NIGHT OUT AT SUMMIT SPORTS CENTER summitsportscenter.com
Drop the kids off for a well-deserved parent’s night out on select Saturdays from 6 - 10 p.m. at Summit Sports Center (2015 Johnson Industrial Blvd., Nolensville). Kids can enjoy pizza and refreshments along with playing in the obstacle course, bounce house, foam pit, in-ground trampolines and more. Cost is $40 per child.
Sun 5
NASHVILLE LAWN & GARDEN SHOW
See Thursday, March 2.
LANE MOTOR MUSEUM VAULT TOURS
See Saturday, March 4.
LITTLE LEAPERS
615-987-0102 skyzone.com
Ages 7 & younger can jump around safely and enjoy the trampoline park from 9 - 11 a.m. Fridays and Sundays at Sky Zone (1220 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro). Cost is $14.99.
COW CUDDLING AT THE GENTLE BARN gentlebarn.org/tennessee
Come hug the cows, give the pigs tummy rubs, spend time with the turkeys and enjoy a beautiful day at the Gentle Barn (9295 Christiana Fosterville Road, Christiana) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donations are $20 for adults and $10 for kids 12 & younger.
JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (MURFREESBORO) urbanairtrampolinepark.com
The park is opened up just for toddlers to jump, bounce and crawl around from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Urban Air Adventure Park. Happens on Sundays at the Murfreesboro location (1952 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro). Cost is $11.99 per child; parents play free.
FREE LEGO BUILDING FUN
Play around with provided LEGOs, Duplos and Mega Bloks at Green Hills Library (3701 Benham Ave., Nashville) from 2 - 4:30 p.m. For ages 2 - 12.
FREE PLAZA MARIACHI FLEA MARKET
615-373-9292 plazamariachi.com
Find great deals on fresh produce, clothing, furniture and more at Plaza Mariachi (3955 Nolensville Pike, Nashville) from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. In addition, enjoy live music, circus performances and more.
LITTLE ART HOUSE SUNDAY SPECIALS
Littlearthousenashville.com
Come with your crew or drop your kid off for a fun time creating a “Fairy House.” Happens at The Getalong (700 A Fatherland Ave., Nashville) from 1010:45 or 11 - 11:45 a.m. Cost is $30.
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PLAYHOUSE brooklynbowl.com
Head out to Brooklyn Bowl Nashville (925 3rd Ave. N., Nashville, TN 37201) for a family-friendly concert that allows kids to move, play and sing. At this show, kids will be introduced to the rock classics of the band “Phish.” The fun starts at 12 p.m. and costs $15.
FREE KITE FESTIVAL wcparksandrec.com
Williamson County Parks and Rec partners with Chicago Kite to host WCPR’s inaugural Kite Festival from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Franklin Recreation Complex (1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin). The family event will feature numerous kinds of kites and stunt kites; some even reaching 100 feet in the air!
TEDDY BEAR CLINIC AT NASHVILLE ZOO
See Saturday, March 4.
ORCHIDS IN THE MANSION AT CHEEKWOOD
See Wednesday, March 1.
DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE
See Thursday, March 2.
FREE VOICES OF SPRING 615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org
This choral concert at Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Place, Nashville) will take listeners on a journey through The Creation by Josef Haydn, detailing the creation of the earth in seven days utilizing English text from the book of Genesis and John Milton’s Paradise Lost. Starting at 4 p.m., experience the 150-strong Nashville Symphony Chorus, led by Chorus Director Tucker Biddlecombe. Tickets to this concert are Pay-WhatYou-Can.
AUGUST WILSON’S FENCES BY NASHVILLE REP
See Friday, March 3.
Mon 6
JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (NE NASHVILLE)
See Wednesday, March 1.
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FREE MONDAY NPL STORY TIMES library.nashville.org
Age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Monday mornings at 10:30 a.m. at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include Donelson, Madison, East, Edmondson Pike, Green Hills, Old Hickory and Richland Park. Call ahead to make sure there are open spots.
FREE SNAKE FEEDING AT WILDERNESS STATION
615-217-3017 dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov
Come out to The Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) from 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. and learn about snake adaptations and how they swallow their food whole. See a live demonstration of snakes getting fed.
FREE STORY TIME AT THE TEC
615-225-8312 rclstn.org
Stop by the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Dr., Murfreesboro) on Mondays at 3:30 p.m. to enjoy storybooks that inspire and teach about nature, art, technology, science, space and everything in between. Each story time will feature a craft or event that highlights science and technology and is STEAM-driven.
SCHOLASTIC CHESS CLUB BRENTWOOD
615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.libcal.com
Kids will be taught beginning, intermediate and advanced strategies, no matter their skill or experience level at Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood). Happens from 5 - 6 p.m. and 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. For ages 6 - 12; cost is $10 and registration is required.
FREE READING PAWS AT LINEBAUGH
615-893-4131 x 114 rclstn.org/calendar
Come read to friendly reading education assistance dogs Stevie or General at Linebaugh Library (105 West Vine Street, Murfreesboro) from 3:30 - 5 p.m. Registration is required.
Tue 7
JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (NE NASHVILLE)
See Wednesday, March 1.
FREE HAIRCUTS AT NPL
See Wednesday, March 1.
FREE STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH
See Wednesday, March 1.
FREE PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY
See Wednesday, March 1.
FREE TUESDAY NPL STORY TIMES library.nashville.org
Age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early reading fun on Tuesday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include the Bordeaux, Edgehill,
Edmondson Pike, Green Hills, Hadley Park and Southeast branches at 10:30 a.m.; Richland Park branch at 11 a.m. For ages 0 - 5; call ahead to make sure there are open spots.
FREE WISHING CHAIR PUPPET SHOWS
615-862-5800 library.nashville.org/wishingchair
Live puppet shows at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Theater at Nashville Public Library (615 Church St., Nashville). The show runs 30 - 45 minutes and is for ages 0 - 6.
FREE READ WITH BISCUIT
615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.libcal.com
Children ages 5 - 12 can improve their literacy skills by reading with Biscuit the therapy dog for 15 minutes between 12 - 2 p.m. at Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood). Sign up for your time online.
FREE MIME AND THEATRE BASICS AT NPL
615-862-5871
Kids ages 6 - 11 can explore their creative sides through theatre games, mime and improvisation at Nashville Public Library Southeast Branch (5260 Hickory Hollow Pkwy #201, Antioch) every Tuesday from 4 - 5 p.m.
FREE STEM TUESDAYS WITH ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER
615-862-5861 library.nashville.org
Adventure Science Center learning specialists facilitate fun-filled hands-on STEM activities at Nashville Public
Library Edgehill Branch (1409 12th Ave. S, Nashville) on the first Tuesday each month at 4 p.m. Explore science concepts through experiments and labs, where you’ll use the scientific method to learn about the world around you.
OWL’S HILL SPRING HOMESCHOOL DAY
615-370-4672 owlshill.org
Bring your homeschoolers out to Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood). There are two sessions available: 10 - 11:30 a.m. and 1 - 2:30 p.m. Cost is $7.50 per person (student or adult) per session; children 2 and younger are free. For K - 8th grade. Advance registration is required.
Wed 8
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
615-890-2300 explorethedc.org
Come out to the Discovery Center (502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro) for Bessie Coleman airplane making; be a female race car driver with Ewy Rosqvist enjoy a studio packed with activities that highlight women and their amazing accomplishments. Happens from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Included with general admission; free for members.
FREE WEDNESDAY NPL STORY TIMES
See Wednesday, March 1.
FREE STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH
See Wednesday, March 1.
FREE PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY
See Wednesday, March 1.
WILD THINGS AT THE WILDERNESS STATION
See Wednesday, March 1.
FREE WILD WEDNESDAY AT SOAC
See Wednesday, March 1.
TURTLE TALK AT DISCOVERY CENTER
See Wednesday, March 1.
SEC MEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT bridgestonearena.com
Nashville hosts the 2023 Southeastern Conference (SEC) Men’s Basketball Tournament March 8 - 12 at Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville). In addition, don’t miss the Fanfare taking place at the corner of 5th and Demonbreun in front of Country Music Hall of Fame.
FREE READING PAWS OLD HICKORY
615-862-5869 library.nashville.org
Join a trained
(Please turn the page) reading dog with Reading Paws between 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. for a reading session at Old Hickory Library (1010 Jones St., Old Hickory). Pick a book from the library or bring your own. Call to reserve your spot.
Thu 9
FREE ITTY BITTY STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH
See Thursday, March 2.
HOMESCHOOL DAY AT CANNONSBURGH
615-801-2606 mbnevills@murfreesborotn,gov
Get a little dirty exploring the garden at Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro). Kids will visit the flower, herb and vegetable gardens as they are prepped for spring planting and make a planter to take home from 10 - 11 a.m. For ages 5+. Cost is $3.
FREE HIKE WITH A NATURALIST AT THE WILDERNESS STATION
See Thursday, March 2.
CAMPFIRE STORY TIME AT DISCOVERY CENTER
See Thursday, March 2.
FREE DOWNTOWN YOGA
See Thursday, March 2.
FREE CRAFTERNOON AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY
See Thursday, March 2.
EARLY LEARNERS AT SOAC
See Thursday, March 2.
FREE GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB AT LINEBAUGH
See Thursday, March 2.
SEC MEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
See Wednesday. March 8.
FREE ALL ACCESS NIGHT AT DISCOVERY CENTER mpurcell@explorethedc.org explorethedc.org
All Access Nights are a time for special-needs families to enjoy the exhibits at the Discovery Center (502 Southeast Broad St., Murfreesboro) in a sensory-friendly environment from 5 - 8 p.m. Reservations are suggested.
YOUNG PEOPLE’S CHOIR OF MURFREESBORO
See Thursday, March 2.
Fri 10
FREE AESOP’S FABLES NPL PUPPET SHOW
615-862-5800 library.nashville.org
Come out to Nashville Public Library (615 Church St., Nashville) for a bright new take on some classic tales presented by the Nashville Public Library Puppet Truck. Presented from March 10 - 25 in the Children’s Theater on Fridays and Saturdays at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Running time is 30 minutes.
Recommended for ages 3 - 10, but all are welcome.
FREE NASHVILLE BALLET
STORY TIME: THE SINGING TORTOISE
615-862-5860 library.nashville. org
Come out to Nashville Public Library East-Branch (206 Gallatin Ave., Nashville) at 10:30 a.m. and join a Nashville Ballet teaching artist to learn the importance of keeping your word with the reading of the classic African folktale, The Singing Tortoise
NASHVILLE SPORTS CARDS SHOW 615-804-0799
Browse top card vendors at the The Nashville Fairgrounds (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) March 10 - 12. Over 100+ tables to browse! Happens from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
FREE BABY PLAY TIME IN LEIPER’S FORK wcpltn.org
