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ere comes April, drizzling in, and here we are after slogging through yet another long, uneventful winter. I tell friends in other states that Nashville’s the “eye� of the globe — we watch everyone else have big snowstorm events while we get practically nothing. Last February, I went to my nephew’s wedding in Connecticut. The ceremony took place in a near blizzard. I wondered as they took their vows how we’d all get to the reception — it did not look good outside. Back in Nashville, everything left, right and center would have been canceled, but not here. People didn’t even talk about it! Plows whisked here and there and life went on. While I love that even the mention of snow shuts us down here in the ‘ville, I was reminded at Peter’s wedding that sometimes in life you just have to trust. Have faith. We drove to the reception while it continued to snow heavily, sent the happy couple off in style after dinner and dancing, then left the reception beneath a jet black sky full of stars. Happy life. You have your children and you’re in charge of you and them. Your kids didn’t choose to be put in your care; none of us get to pick where we’re plopped — the crib, drawer or straw mat we first sleep on is through the care of someone else. Kids can’t choose that their tummy will always be full or that they’ll never be hit for unwanted behavior. Look, you’re doing the best you can. That’s all you can do. You may be married, you may be single, you may have found a way to some kind of balance or you may be suffering. You’re in deep with the demands of each day. You work, you pay bills, you clean house, you wipe noses, you buy groceries, you pump gas, you want more, you want better, you dream for yourself, you dream for your kids and you try not to succumb to all the stuff that wants to pull you down. There’s the bad news of the day, the unpaid mortgage, the price of bread, a bad report card, a health issue, a lost dog — the list can be endless. With all the challenges our adult lives have, our children’s will have them, too.
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The question is, how do you equip yourself each day to deal with life’s ups and downs? How do you demonstrate capability to your kids? How do you teach them that life’s about slogging through winter a great deal of the time, waiting for a glimmer of sun to come out? Tired of baby and toddler care one weary afternoon years ago, I wondered something like that outloud to my mother-in-law, Betsy, who has always been there for me. We were sitting on the floor with my baby boy and 2-year-old little girl. She said five very important words to me: “Take them to the well.� I looked at her, not following, before realizing she was talking about God. Now, you might call it something else. You might call what you believe in “The Realms.� You might call it science or even just “whatever.� When Betsy said, “Take them to the well,� she was talking about God. She was talking about faith. “They don’t have to believe it,� she said. “But it’s your job as a parent to take them there and show them.� I believed her. This wise, witty, talented, independent, self-fulfilled woman was medicine-free at that time and now in her 80s still is. She astonishes her doctor. I want my children to have a life well lived. To see beyond the machines and gadgets everyone hoards today and to look up and marvel at the stars, notice the different blooming flowers in spring, care about other people who have less than they do and be equipped to take care of their children one day with a love larger than their hearts can even hold, a love that never quits. When Betsy told me to take my children to the well, I took myself there first and then I brought my kids. You have yourself and you have your children. Carpe diem. Happy life.
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A Baby and a Pet? Should you have a new baby and a new dog or other pet at the same time? It all depends on your family. I think it depends on the family and how it feels about pets. We got our first dog (a Jack Russell terrier) three months after my husband and I were married, so we had the dog long before our son was born. Sadly, he passed away when my son was only an infant, so my son only knows him from pictures. We now have a boxer, whom we acquired five years ago when my son was 3. I absolutely LOVED my Jack Russell (he was our first “child”), but our Boxer is, by far, the BEST dog for our family! Looking back and knowing my Jack Russell, I don’t think he would’ve done very well with a young child in the house, but the boxer has been PERFECT. Tami Worley Holloman
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Use two fingers, with a compression depth of one-third the depth of the chest (at least one inch).
If breathing stops due to choking on an object Choking remains a serious hazard for babies and young children with food accounting for 60 percent of the cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some of the main culprits include hot dogs, grapes, cheese cubes, pretzel nuggets, lollipops, marshmallows, raw vegetables and nuts. Nearly one-third of choking cases in children is caused by objects like coins, buttons, jewelry, balloons, pen caps, paper clips and small toy parts. If your child chokes and you’re able to dislodge the object, good. But if you’re not and the child
stops breathing, quickly get help by calling 9-1-1, says Christopher Keefer, M.D., of Meharry Medical College. The 9-1-1- operator will instruct you on how to assist your child. Bottoms says you can also try these steps yourself: Baby 11 months and younger
Give back blows and chest thrusts. Place infant facedown over your forearm (or legs) with the head lower than the chest. Give five back blows between the shoulder blades with your hand. If breathing has not resumed, turn the infant over, again keeping the head lower than the chest. Give five chest thrusts over the center of the chest just below the nipple line. Use two fingers and depress the breastbone by at least one inch. Child 1 year and older
Grasp the child from behind and make a fist with one hand and cover it with the other. Position your hands between the belly button and the lower ribs. Give 10 quick upward thrusts until the object comes out. If the child is too heavy for you to suspend from your arms, lay him on his back on the floor. Put your hands on both sides of the abdomen, just below the ribs, and apply sudden, strong bursts of upward pressure. Bottoms says if you know your child has swallowed something, do NOT do a blind finger sweep. Better to look inside the mouth to see the item than risk pushing it farther in.
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E D I S e s N I u o P H E ST Our New In April, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum will unveil its unrivaled expansion project, having over doubled in size, making Nashville’s crown jewel an even greater family destination! SING ME BACK HOME: FOLK ROOTS TO THE PRESENT ACM GALLERY The permanent, chronological exhibition has been updated to include brand new artifacts from today’s hottest artists including The Band Perry, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Taylor Swift, and others.
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• Take a sheet of tissue paper and cut it up into little strips.
• Take a vase and turn it upside down. Or, you can use a regular bowl.
• Have your child put glue onto a strip of tissue and place it on the egg.
• Place the doily onto the bottom side of the bowl.
• Now cover the entire doily with Modge Podge. Be sure to really soak it down with the glue. • Allow to dry completely. • Once dry, a parent will need to gently pop it off the bottom of the shape you were gluing it to. The doily will take on that shape and remain that way.
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• Repeat that step placing the tissue paper at different angles until the egg is covered entirely and set aside to dry.
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Kid-friendly museums, shops and restaurants are centrally located in downtown Chicago, making it one easy destination for your family.
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here may be no better big city to visit for a whirlwind weekend than the Windy City itself — Chicago! My family headed there on a fourday break last spring, looking forward to things like Wrigley Field, Garrett popcorn, the slow-as-molasses giant Ferris wheel and, well, a huge city.
Getting There With advanced purchase airfare you can jet to Chicago for less than $200 round trip in fewer than two hours, but my family of six drove the 470 miles (seven-and-a-half hours). I’m grateful for technology and family road trips these days — it’s the one time I’m all for being plugged in! If your kids have never seen a wind farm before, they’ll get an eyeful when you zoom through Indiana. Take out the ear buds and talk about it for a second — it’s so sci fi!
Drop and Go Car weary but excited to arrive, we headed to the Embassy Suites Downtown (600 N. State St.) which we’d booked
well in advance — this hotel is a favorite for families for its free cooked-to-order breakfasts, complimentary evening reception, two-room suites and location in the heart of downtown. We started people watching from our hotel room window right away!
Stuff to Do, Stuff Your Face After grabbing a sack of Garrett popcorn (garrettpopcorn.com), we hoofed it to The Navy Pier (600 E. Grand St.; navypier.com), easily the most popular tourist attraction in Chicago with its enormous ferris wheel and other amusement rides. The pier is a constant bustle of activity; this is where the Chicago Children’s Museum is (geared especially for babies and toddlers; chicagochildrensmuseum. com) along with the Amazing Funhouse Maze, but we wanted to be outside and enjoyed watching the boats loading around us. We even entertained going on one (beginning this month, book a speedboat adventure on a Seadog or take a slower architectural or dining tour; shorelinesightseeing.
com). Hungry? It’s time to head to Gino’s East for the infamous deep-dish pizza (2801 N. Lincoln Ave. or other locations; ginoseast.com). Show up early or resign yourself to wait for that scrumptious eat-it-with-afork-and-knife treat. There’s so much to do in Chicago folks often try to do too much. That’s why staying downtown’s so smart: you’re in good proximity to plenty. Aim for two sight-seeing things a day with your kids; I’ve included my favorites at right. But don’t overlook shopping on Michigan Avenue: The American Girl Place (book dining reservations well in advance at americangirl.com), the incredible Art Institute of Chicago (artic.edu); Wrigley Field tours (chicago.cubs.mlb. com); The Skydeck (theskydeck.com); Millennium Park (millenniumpark.org); The Second City for comedy (secondcity.com) ... and so much more. The truth is Chicago’s all about MORE. J Susan Swindell Day is editor in chief of this publication and the mom of four great kids.
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ashville Parent’s premier allthings-baby event — The Baby Fair — takes place Saturday, April 26 at a new location: CoolSprings Galleria. It’s THE place to be whether you’re expecting or already have a bouncing bundle of joy! The Baby Fair features several demonstrations, speakers and exhibit booths, including things like safety equipment, baby furniture, accessories and more. Pick up samples and register for prize giveaways, too. This year, Nashville Parent’s partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank to “Fill the Playpen.” Visitors at The Baby Fair who bring a baby food donation (baby formula, jar food, cereal and shelf-stable food for toddlers, etc.) will get their name in a drawing to win a brand new Diono RadianRXT convertible-to-booster car seat (a $372 value). The Baby Fair takes place from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and admission is FREE! CoolSprings Galleria is located at 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin. Learn more at 256-2158, ext. 142, or nashvilleparent.com.
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Tap Root Farm for Riding Lessons
Build a Bunny Bucket at Learning Express Learning Express Toys has a fun and convenient Easter option for you this year: Grab a colorful Easter bucket, fill it with $25 worth of Easter goodies from their Easter Buffet and the store will personalize the bucket with your child’s name. What could be easier? Just be sure you get there in plenty of time, though: the offer’s only good as long as supplies last! Learning Express Toys is located at 420 CoolSprings Blvd. in Franklin. See the website and read the blog at learningexpress.com.
Tap Root Farm offers all kinds of fun for families including horseback riding for all ages.
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Centennial Park Celebrates Earth Day Environmental awareness and fun is at the helm on Saturday, April 19 during the Nashville Earth Day Festival. This familyfriendly event features nearly 100 vendor booths, a day full of live entertainment and handson activities. The children’s area is booming with things to do like recycling games, the Wildlife on Wheels animal display, nature play, learning about camping, discovering creek critters and what they tell us about water quality, and more. The free festival takes place from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Centennial Park in Nashville. Learn more at nashvilleearthday.org.
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There’s always a lot going on at Tap Root Farm, but did you know your child can take horseback riding lessons there? Year-round lessons are available for all ages in either hunt seat or western saddle styles. In addition, Tap Root puts an emphasis on full horse care in their riding program so kids will learn about barn and stable care and cleaning, safety and personal character building. Private lessons are $45 an hour; group lessons are offered based on skill and availability. All riders must sign an equestrian release form. Tap Root is located at 4104 Clovercroft Road in Franklin. To learn more visit taprootfarm.com.
Don’t miss out on locally grown delicious berries come cobbler time! Delvin Farms CSA program is not to be beat!
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Something’s hopping over at PHILLIPS TOY MART with the return of the Belle Meade bunnies. Kids — and you, too! — can have fun watching live rabbits frolicking about a playful habitat. Located at 5207 Harding Pike, store hours are Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Call 352-5363 or visit phillipstoymart.com ... Looking for something fun for your kids to do on Good Friday? Drop ‘em off at Cheekwood for SCHOOL’S OUT: ONE-DAY CAMP on Friday, April 18. From 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., ages 5 - 12 can spend the day doing a variety of art projects that include drawing, painting, ceramics and creating with unusual materials. Kids should bring a non-refrigerated lunch and nut-free snacks, and wear clothes in which they can get messy. Cost is $63.75 members, $85 non-members. To register, call 356-8000 or visit cheekwood.org and click on “Classes & Workshops” under the “Education” tab.
Hurry! It’s time to sign up for delicious organic produce for your family to enjoy all summer long. Delvin Farms, the 100-percent organic farm located in Williamson County offers whole (weekly) and half (every other week) summer shares of seasonally available organic vegetables. Each size consists of an overfilled half bushel of organic produce. Shares include a variety of six to 12 farm fresh “picked at the peak” vegetables and fruit. Summer brings tomatoes, peppers, corn, melons, blackberries, potatoes, squashes, cucumbers, beans and eggplants ... fall brings more delicious favorites. Sign up for your share now at delvinfarms.com/CSA_info. html and choose your pick up location.
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Jam with Jamie for Kid Parties
Better Golf Academy Kids Do you want your child to get started in golf with the right skills? Check out Better Golf Academy Kids in Nolensville. Better Golf offers an indoor facility and a range to service all of Middle Tennessee’s kids with open gym, summer camps, private lessons, parents’ day out, birthday parties and more. Led by PGA golf instructor Jim Kite, classes developed by elementary school teachers and award-winning golf pros are taught locally. Better Golf Academy’s summer camps are filling up now — the facility is located at 7175 Nolesnville Road, Ste. 208. Check out the schedule of classes and opportunities for your kids at bettergolfacademytn.com or call 554-1982.
Planning your child’s birthday party? Consider booking Jam with Jamie for your entertainment. The kids’ entertainment group offers party packages like “The Classic Jam” where one entertainer comes for 40 minutes to play guitar and entertain with shakers, scarves, animals, bubbles, a parachute and more (ages 0 - 6; up to 20 kids); the “Mega Jam” brings two entertainers to your party for harmonies and fun (ages 0 - 6 for 20+ kids). Read testimonials, see a few videos and learn more about Jam with Jamie at jamwithjamie.com.
All God’s Children Early Learning Academy Now Enrolling The Nolensville area has a new child-care option for your sweet one. All God’s Children Early Learning Academy, located at 2006 Johnson Industrial Blvd., aims to help your child grow and learn in faith and knowledge through a curriculum that includes chapel, art, music, yoga and Spanish. Learn about the academy for your child by arranging a visit. Call 7763030 or visit godschildrenearlylearningacademy.com.
Better Gold Academy Kids is currently enrolling for summer camps and classes. Led by PGA golf instructor Jim Kite, visit bettergolfacademytn.com to learn more.
All God’s Children Early Learning Academy in Nolensville is now enrolling for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. The website is godschildrenearlylearningacademy.com. Phone is 776-3030.
New Preschool in Franklin A new place for tots to learn is now open in Franklin. The Sunshine Academy’s (TSA) goal is to prepare children ages 2 - 5 for kindergarten academically, socially and physically. Boasting low student/teacher ratios, the school also teaches students social skills and serves organic meals. In addition, TSA has an immersive English-Chinese bilingual program, and before and after care are available. TSA is located at 100 Westwind Court in Franklin. Call 7915710 or visit thesunshineacademy.com.
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ant to see your child on the cover of our magazine? Cover Kids 2014 is the only way to do it, and registration continues through Tuesday, April 15 at 11:59 p.m. One child in each of four age categories — 0 - 12 months, 13 - 35 months, 3 - 6 years and 7 - 10 years — will be selected to appear on a cover of this publication. In addition, our editors will select a fifth “wild card winner” from one of the age groups. Here’s how it works: Upload your child’s photo (you can do it from your smartphone!) at nashvilleparent.com/coverkids (a $20 non-refundable submission fee applies, a portion of which goes to the local Cystic Fibrosis Foundation). After the submission period ends, Nashville Parent’s editors will select 10 finalists in each group. Once finalists are announced, public voting begins — have your friends and family go online and vote for your child (one vote per person per age category). At the end of the two-week voting period, the child who garners the most votes in each age category will be the Cover Kid for his group, guaranteeing him a magazine cover! For a complete list of rules and to enter your child in Cover Kids 2014, visit nashvilleparent.com/coverkids.
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Since 1978, Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee’s mission is to feed hungry people and work to solve hunger issues in the community, and it’s one of the largest food banks nationwide. One of the nonprofit’s largest annual fundraisers, Stars for Second Harvest, is now in its 10th year and takes place Tuesday, June 3 at the Ryman Auditorium featuring the popular country/pop act Florida Georgia Line (FGL). Tickets are on sale now and the show, hosted by hit songwriter Craig Wiseman, is expected to sell out. “We’ve performed at this incredible event for the past two years and are blown away by the amazing work that Second Harvest Food Bank does for the Nashville community,” says FGL’s Brian Kelley. “For us to be a part of it again this year and help support its efforts is a true honor!” he adds. The show is at 7:30 p.m., and general admission tickets are $35 - $50. A limited amount of “VIP Experience” tickets are $250 and include premium seating, a meet and greet with FGL and a 10th anniversary gift bag. For concert tickets, visit ryman.com. For more info about Second Harvest Food Bank, go to secondharvestmidtn.org.
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WATCH OVER ME Understanding Premature Delivery By Jamie Lober
Some babies born early are small enough to fit in the palm of a hand, chest heaving with each heartbeat. A preemie delivery brings an emotional, tense and uncertain time.
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ure panic ran through me the day I was told I would be delivering a preemie ... and soon,� says Christina Davis, a Bell Buckle mom of two girls with her first child, Kendri (pictured above), born at 29 weeks. “Not knowing what was going to happen or if our baby would even survive was what was scary,� she adds. A preemie is any baby who is born before 37 weeks of pregnancy, according to the March of Dimes, and while the baby is small, the issue is not. Last year, Tennessee earned a 12.5 percent rate — a lowly “C� — on the March of Dimes’ 2013 Premature Birth Report Card.
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Doctors acknowledge that there’s a lot more work to be done in Tennessee to partner successfully with the March of Dimes in the national quest to reduce the country’s pre-term birth rate to 9.6 percent or less by 2020. “A baby born three or more weeks early is premature,� says Cornelia Graves, M.D., OB/ GYN and medical director of both Tennessee Maternal Fetal Medicine and perinatal services at St. Thomas Midtown and St. Thomas Rutherford hospitals. “Many premature babies — those born closer to 37 weeks — do not have problems. Babies who are born closer to 32 weeks (just over seven months gestation) may not be able to eat, breathe or stay warm on their own,� she adds. After delivery, preemies are placed in the Neonatal Intensive
Care Unit (NICU) to receive the best possible care for the best possible outcome. It’s a difficult time for new parents. “A premature delivery may happen suddenly or after days or weeks of waiting and worrying,� says Graves. Is there anything an expecting couple can do to somehow make the situation easier? “If you know you may deliver early, you, your partner and your doctor can prepare for a premature birth,� Graves says.
Risk Factors The cause of a premature birth is often never known and this is where the bulk of research is focused. It could be an issue with the placenta, a multiple birth, an infection in the mother, a physical problem with the mother’s uterus or cervix, or
the use of drugs and/or alcohol during pregnancy. Other factors that put moms at risk include African-American status or a previous pre-term birth. And then there’s the boy thing: A 2013 report from a series of international studies showed that males are slightly more likely to be born premature than females.
One in Nine Pregnancies There are two broad classes of pre-term delivery and birth. One is spontaneous where the mom starts premature labor on her own for unknown reasons; the other cause is medically indicated, which means the mom or baby is having a problem with the pregnancy where their health is compromised such that a physician must step in. Knowing the signs of pre-
mature labor makes a difference. “I was having pain that felt like severe constipation,” says Davis. “That’s what made me go to the doctor,” she adds. Low back pain and abdominal pressure should alert women that there could be a potential problem, but this is tricky since many women with normal pregnancies deal with low back pain as well. Many women will not recognize nonspecific abdominal stress, while others clearly will feel forceful contractions. About one in nine pregnancies results in a pre-term delivery; a greater fraction of those have signs suggestive of pre-term labor.
Be Prepared First, it’s helpful to know that Middle Tennessee’s loaded with excellent NICU care (Vanderbilt’s Level IIIc is highest; the medical center provides subspecialty care for the most severe cases). You and your infant are deemed high-risk when preterm labor begins. Know that because of this, your carefully constructed childbirth plan and expectations about your delivery will no longer match up to what may happen. Even outspoken moms will run into the shock of pre-term labor: You will not have the freedom to make birthrelated decisions and to move about freely if you or your baby show signs of distress.
The Delivery The earlier your baby’s born, the higher his chances for health problems. Obviously this is a worrisome, difficult time for a new mother and father. To get through it, they will need to lean on one another in addition to family and friends. An obstetric team and a neonatal team will be present in the delivery room. The neonatal team will bring special equipment including resuscitation equipment. “Babies who are born earlier
than 26 weeks (just under six months gestation) are the most likely to have serious problems,” says Graves. “If your baby is born very small or sick, you may face a hard life-or-death decision about treatment,” she adds. Babies who are very small (1.7 pounds or less) face long-term problems that may include mental retardation or cerebral palsy. Babies who are born between 32 and 37 weeks do well after birth making the risk of disability low. Preemies go to the NICU after delivery where they’re watched closely for infections and changes in breathing and heart rate. Until they can maintain their body heat, they are kept warm in special beds called isolettes. Little can be predicted about how well or how poorly your baby will do — certainly his age at birth is key — but during the first hours and days of his life, any birth defects and complications due to prematurity will become apparent and discussed with you and your partner. Very premature infants need special treatment, depending on their issues. They may need breathing help from an oxygen tube or ventilator; some will need medicine, some surgery. Preemies are usually tube fed or fed intravenously, depending on their condition, and tube feeding will last until the baby is mature enough to breathe, suck, swallow and take all feedings by breast or bottle by himself.
Going Home It’s a happy — but also careful — day when parents are finally permitted to take their preemie home. That day won’t come, however, until the time that he was normally due to be born. “Our little girl stayed in the NICU for 78 days,” recalls Davis. “As a mom, I wanted her to know I would be there for her. So, I spent every minute I could visiting her in the NICU. We
would kangaroo, sing and talk to her,” says Davis. “It’s important to keep that special bond even though you aren’t getting the first few weeks at home together,” she adds. Your days back and forth to the NICU for your baby will help to educate you on his care, but managing a preemie on your own at home can be frightening. “I was scared to death,” says Davis. “But I could call the NICU at any time, day or night, with any concerns, and I did,” she adds. Davis’ baby came home with an oxygen tank that went with them wherever the baby went. Sleep patterns for preemies are different from full-term babies. “Premature babies are not often awake for more than brief periods, but they wake up more often than other babies,” says Graves. Because your baby is awake for only short periods, it may seem like a long time before he responds to you. Know that premature babies get sick more easily than fullterm infants, so it’s important to keep your baby away from sick family members and friends. The good new is, thanks to medical advances, preemies are surviving and going on to lead normal, productive lives. Davis’ daughter Kendri is a healthy and thriving 7-year-old today. More Tennessee women are becoming aware of premature birth in general, and just last month, the March of Dimes' Tennessee chapter awarded grants across the state to help address the unmet maternal and child health needs of the unborn. Successful fundraising — such as March for Babies (happening this month and next) — have made it possible to support new efforts to help more babies be born healthy in Tennessee. J Jamie Lober is dedicated to providing information on women’s and pediatric health topics.
TOP TIPS FOR A HEALTHY PREGNANCY • Take a prenatal vitamin every day as directed by your obstetrician
• Eat five or six well-balanced meals each day
• Don’t drink alcohol. Don’t smoke or allow yourself to be exposed to secondhand smoke • Get adequate sleep — at least eight hours a night • Drink at least 10 glasses of water a day • Don’t take herbal medications without the input of your obstetrician Source: National Women’s Health Information Center
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We polled top chefs and dieticians to discover smarter ways to help you bring less fat and better taste to your family cooking. By Sandra Gordon
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ure, you can just get take-out, zoom through the drivethru or zap up a frozen dinner. But if you really want your kids to eat healthier (without busting your budget) — start chopping, stirring and sautéing. “With home cooking, you know what’s in it, you can adjust it to taste and it’s a good way to keep your portions under control,” says JoAnn Cianciulli, TV food producer and author of L.A.’s Original Farmers Market Cookbook. If you’re skeptical about the power of DIY meals for your kids, consider this: During the past 30 years, the number of restaurants in the United States increased 89 percent along with the average calorie intake, which rose by 615 calories, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Home cooking can reverse the trend. To help you jam-pack your family’s meals with better-foreveryone fuel — and think outside the take-out container — we polled chefs, bloggers, registered (please turn the page)
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gr g kids dietitians and other foodies for their healthiest cooking tips. The gist? Small cooking changes can make a big difference for picky eaters. Here’s the dish on top practical meal tweaks that can easily become part of your family’s cooking success.
Smart Swaps Makeover mashed potatoes. “Replace some of the potatoes with steamed cauli ower for a lighter texture, a boost of nutrients and fewer calories,” says Natalia Strasenko, a registered dietician. It’s a great way to get more vegetables into kids.
Go Greek. Substitute plain, low-fat or fat-free Greek yogurt for just about any recipe calling for sour cream (dips, sauces, dollops on a baked potato or nachos), saving 45 calories per twotablespoon serving. Greek yogurt’s creamy texture and tangy taste mimics sour cream with little or no fat and as much as 50 percent more protein. “You’ll never know the difference,” says Rene Ficek, a dietician.
Secret sauce: balsamic vinegar reduction. “It’s a healthy substitute for buttery, salty sauces or sugary BBQ sauce,” says Ficek. Bring balsamic vinegar to a boil, then simmer until it’s reduced by half (about 20 minutes). Add a tablespoon or two of fruit-infused a ored vinegar for an additional layer of a or such as strawberry inegar for chicken or pomegranate vinegar for fish.
Whip up a dream cream. “When you’re making whipped cream, use one cup skim milk plus one tablespoon cornstarch instead of heavy cream to reduce saturated fat,” says Jenna Allen, registered dietician and spokesperson for the Western Dairy Association.
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Cut the amount of cheese.
Reserve butter for baking.
To reduce a recipe’s saturated fat and calories, forget swapping in low-fat or non-fat cheese. Yuck! Instead, “cut the amount of cheese a recipe calls for in half and substitute a sharper cheese that’s naturally low fat, such as parmesan, romano, asiago or manchego to intensify the avor,” says Jonas Falk, a restaurant chef.
Forget using applesauce, pureed prunes or mashed bananas instead of butter in baking — just use butter! “You don’t want butter in every aspect of your meal, but it’s OK to reserve it for dessert,” says Kristy Lambrou, a culinary nutritionist at Rouge Tomate in New York City. “Dessert should taste like dessert.”
Slash sugar, get zesty. With desserts, such as pudding or even your grandmother’s sugar cookie recipe, “cut the sugar in half and add orange or lemon zest or a teaspoon of vanilla, hazelnut, rum, caramel or almond extract,” says Jennifer Iserloh, chef and owner of skinnychef. com. Zest can emulate sweetness and halving the amount of sugar won’t change a recipe’s texture or diminish its nutrient content. At 16 calories per tablespoon of sugar, you’ll save 256 calories per omitted cup. “You’ll put any dessert recipe on an instant diet,” Iserloh says.
Thickening trick: “Use pureed chick peas or white beans to thicken soups and sauces rather than our and butter says Amanda Skrip, a natural foods chef and health coach.
Nutrition Know How Get picky. While preparing meals, stop and look at the recipe, or what’s on your plate and think, “How can I make this meal healthier?” Pick one thing; it could be to add a vegetable, increase protein, use a leaner meat or switch from a refined grain like white rice to a whole grain like quinoa.
Sneak in produce. The next time you’re making a batch of tomato sauce for pasta, lasagna or meatballs, give it a nutrient and fiber boost by adding pureed white beans or zucchini, frozen spinach or finely chopped mushrooms, Strasenko says.
Time Savers Freeze onions. Onions — a decent source of quercetin, which helps keep blood pressure low — are a recipe staple. “Save time and money by pre-chopping all of your onions and freezing them in a baggie. You can pull them out whenever you need them to get cooking right away without any fuss or tears,” says Jennifer Fugo, a certified gluten-free health coach. Skip the rinse cycle. Don’t rinse raw chicken before cooking. “Any bacteria present can be splashed around your kitchen, potentially contaminating other foods that don’t get cooked, such as fresh produce,” says David Acheson, M.D., a food safety expert and former chief medical officer at the ood and rug Administration. Any potentially harmful bacteria on chicken will be destroyed during cooking anyway. Poultry can go from package to baking dish, pan or grill. The same goes for beef por and fish. Similarly, consider pre-washed, ready-to-eat lettuce good to go. But do rinse all other produce. “Anything that comes from a field that isn’t pre-washed should be washed, including heads of iceberg lettuce and whole cantaloupe,” Acheson says.
Calorie Saver Say yes to the dressing. Forget bottled salad dressing with its long list of iffy ingredients. Make your own with lemon or lime juice or apple cider, red wine or balsamic vinegar and olive oil. “An acidy ingredient like lemon juice or vinegar helps the body absorb the iron and miner-
als in greens while the oil allows us to absorb fat-soluble compounds, such as vitamins and antioxidants,” says Ali Miller, a certified diabetes educator. To curb salad calories, “chop lettuce and egetables finely. The small pieces will meld creating a a or explosion in your mouth, and you’ll need less dressing,” says Devin Alexander, chef of NBC’s The Biggest Loser and author of The Most Decadent Diet Ever. Sandra Gordon is an awardwinning freelance writer who delivers expert advice and the latest developments in health, nutrition, parenting and consumer issues.
Top Tips for Better Eaters • Don’t say “picky” Taste is a skill that’s acquired. Tastebuds change over time, so go with your child’s flow. Say “Oh, you’ll like it when you’re older.”
• Introduce before serving
Show your child the food before you prepare it. Let him touch it, hold it and watch you fix it. This may make him more interested in tasting it once it’s ready.
• Talk about taste
Instead of saying, “Eat this, it’s good for you!” Say, “Taste this, it’s really yummy.”
• Try to stick with a schedule (and limit snacks to two a day)
Try feeding your kids breakfast, lunch and dinner at set times and limit snacking so your kids are hungrier at mealtimes. It may be unrealistic for your family to set a dinner time, but any movement in that direction will be a step in the right way! Source: From the book French Kids Eat Everything by Karen Le Billon.
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The Ultimate Field Trip for Your Preschooler??! By William E. Hovenden
Rethink the pros and cons of your weekly trip to the grocery store, says William E. Hovenden, a former headmaster of Sumner Academy — make it a win-win situation for you and your little one.
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uring my many years as the head of a PreK - 8 independent school, I always subscribed to an “open door” philosophy. Parents were regular visitors. They trusted that my degrees in education and my many years of experience as a school administrator had prepared me to answer questions regarding the best approaches for raising and educating children. I was usually deliberately slow in responding to a parent’s request for advice because I knew all too well that an approach that works for one child may not work for another. So, consequently, the parent — usually a mother — seeking a short answer, often found herself involved in a lengthy, philosophical discussion that ended with several possible solutions for resolving the dilemma at hand. However, when I was approached by “Katie” with a unique request, my
solution to her problem was straightforward and uite specific. Katie was the mother of two children enrolled in our school and had a third child at home. Plans were set for the youngest a boy to oin brother and sister at the start of the ne t school year. he e plained that e ery Tuesday she made her wee ly trip to the grocery store. he was uic to admit that she dreaded e ery minute of it. “ ittle Thomas’ is such a handful atie said. “ want to get in and get out but he’s impossible e’s so easily distracted by all the stuff he sees. constantly tell him to stay with me but he wanders off. en when he’s right beside me he’s constantly trying to pic things up and chec them out or play with them. ince we plan to ha e him here starting ne t year with his brother and sister what do you thin of the idea of my dropping him off with his siblings on Tuesday mornings for an hour and a half or so and letting him isit the Pre program? really thin the experience would give him a head start for next year and would sa e me a lot of mental wear and tear. new immediately that there was no way that could appro e such a re uest. The teachers would correctly surmise that they were in fact babysitting for atie. Also such an arrangement could not possibly be made for one parent without it being a ailable to all.
What I See Out There do the grocery shopping for my family and fre uently see mothers in the store with their youngsters. Most of the time it’s ery ob ious that neither they nor their children are en oying the e perience. n those situations while ’m tempted to oice my professional opinion as to how they could resol e the situation always bite my tongue realizing that ad ice from a total stranger would come across as getting in ol ed in somebody else’s business. ut with atie realized that this was my chance to say what wanted to say to all parents who do not en oy ta ing their children to the grocery store.
Seeing It Differently told atie that couldn’t appro e her suggested solution. told her new of a way to resolve her problem, but that it required her to see things in a different light; to see the shopping experience with her son as a wonderful opportunity rather than a recurring negati e e perience. shared with her a fa orite uote of mine from T. . liot “We shall not cease from exploration and the end of our exploring will be to arri e where we started and now the place for the first time.
e plained that in her case she needed to rethin the pros and cons of the wee ly trip to the mar et. When she as ed me to clarify what meant about her situation and T. . liot decided that perhaps was getting too philosophical and needed to mo e on and ust tell her more directly the benefits of ta ing Thomas to the supermar et. as ed atie if she new what the teachers and loo for when new students apply to our school? he guessed “ ntelligence? That they’re well beha ed? responded that those qualities are indeed important, but the main trait we li e to see is a high degree of curiosity. hildren who constantly want to disco er want to understand and want to figure things out are going to do well in school because their highest priority is being engaged unbridled learning. t stands to reason and research bears it out: children who become lifelong learners tend to be those who from a ery early age are surrounded by learning opportunities. They’re read to on a regular basis. Their parents and siblings encourage their questions and spend time discovering, discussing and building things with them. o concluded “ am confident you will feel better if you see yourself not only as Thomas’s mother but as his most important preschool teacher f you want him to succeed in school and get the most out of his learning experiences, it is crucial that his natural sense of curiosity be constantly reinforced. What you need to do is ip’ the way you see the trip to the grocery store. o longer are you and Thomas going to the store to uic ly purchase the essential items you need for your pantry but instead you’re ta ing an ad enturesome field trip. ou and Thomas are going to e plore some items among the thousands and thousands of possibilities in this huge warehouse! ou’ll encourage him to as uestions and to hold and e amine arious items. And yes while you are there don’t forget to get all the items on your list. ut remember buying the groceries and household items is not your primary ob ecti e for ta ing Thomas to the fantastic disco ery center nown as a supermar et or all families with preschoolers wee ly trips to the store will become a win-win situation for you and your little one once you realize the role these e cursions play in your child’s readiness for school. William E. Hovenden was headmaster at Sumner Academy in Hendersonville for 28 years. He is currently working as an educational consultant.
Store Tips With Your Preschooler Give fair warning: If you’re going to the store, let her know within 10 minutes so she can be prepared. Little ones don’t like being rushed, so get your outing off to a good start by building in transition time.
Give her a job: Ask her to help by carrying her favorite box of cereal. Hand her items to put in the cart. Ask her to help you find certain things when they’re actually right in front of you.
Lighten up: Make things a game for your child to take the heat off of any given moment.
Praise her: Kids repeat behaviors that get attention. So catch her being good and let her know. (“I like how you’re looking and not touching!”)
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How to Raise a Happy Kid. By Susan Swindell Day
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How to Raise a Happy Kid. f you’re reading
to fighting with others. “They’re
who have trouble managing their
depressed parents suffer twice
this it’s because
more likely to be bullies and
emotions, may need extra help
the average rate of depression,
you want what
more likely to use aggression to
from Mom and Dad.
Steinberg observes. One of the
all good parents
solve disputes with others,” he
want: children
Happy kids are often those
best things you can do for your
says. When needing to discipline
who have mastered some kind of
child’s emotional well-being is
to grow up as
your child, instead of spanking or
skill, Steinberg says. So, if your
to take care of your own. Joking
happy, suc-
yelling harshly, stay calm and use
toddler wants to throw a ball to
and being playful with kids helps
cessful adults.
time out for younger children.
you, keep practicing from time
set them up for social success,
But how do you
If you feel your child’s too old
to time so he can experience
according to research. And while
go about that? When you first
for time out, then removing
the joy of succeeding due to his
you don’t have to be a comedian
learned you were going to have
privileges works well. Avoid ag-
efforts. As your child gets bigger,
to raise happy kids, you don’t
a child you probably grabbed
gression as best you can, aim for
follow his lead toward things that
want your own depression to
everything you could get your
consistency and keep your word.
interest him and make sure it’s
ruin their chance for happiness:
HIS lead and not YOUR choice.
Research suggests that depressed
Make sure your child is practic-
moms struggle with parenting
ing something he truly enjoys or
and even show muted responses
hands on to learn about it, talked with your doctor. Day in and day
3) Get him connected.
out, you do the best you can, but
Emotionally healthy children
he won’t be as happy about his
to their babies’ cries compared
scientific research shows there
come from homes where the fam-
success.
to healthy moms. Depressed
are actually a few keys to raising
ily is connected to the communi-
happy kids.
ty, Steinberg says. Kids connect-
5) Time for play.
ed to you, to relatives, to friends
You may provide plenty of play
their children’s stress. Get help
and neighbors, to a church, even
time for your younger kids, but
for yourself if you know you are
“It’s not possible to spoil a child
to pets is everything. “A con-
keep it up as your child gets into
struggling.
with love,” writes Laurence
nected childhood is the key to
his school years, say the authors
Steinberg, Ph.D., in the book,
happiness,” Steinberg says. In
of The American Journal of Play.
7) Have faith.
The Ten Basic Principles of Good
the National Longitudinal Study
So many kids have non-stop
An extensive 2007 survey by the
Parenting (Simon and Schuster,
of Adolescent Health involving
structured days with school,
Associated Press (AP) and MTV
2004). Steinberg’s work is based
nearly 90,000 teens, the feeling
sports, homework and activities;
found that people ages 13 - 24
on some 75 years of social science
of being loved, understood and
it’s smart for parents to remem-
who described themselves as very
research. “What we often think of
wanted was the biggest protector
ber that kids are kids. We know
spiritual or religious tended to be
as the product of spoiling a child
against emotional distress.
to your parents, discussed it
1) Give crazy love.
moms with negative parenting styles may also contribute to
that lack of play affects emotional
happier than those who weren’t.
Give your children chances
development, leading to the rise
The poll’s mission was to find
child too much love,” he says.
to connect with others. Social
of anxiety, depression, attention
out what makes young people
“It’s usually the consequence
connections are an incredibly
problems and self-control. Re-
happy. About 75 percent of those
of giving a child things in place
important — if not most impor-
think your child’s busy schedule
surveyed said God or a higher
of love — things like leniency,
tant — contributor to happiness;
to be sure he has time for himself
power had some impact on
lowered expectations or material
the more connections your child
and free play where he chooses to
their happiness. It could be said
possessions.”
makes, the better, Steinberg says.
do what he wants when he wants.
then that among kids, godliness
And if your sports-playing child
contributes to happiness. That’s
doesn’t want to go to practice or
good food for thought for moms
isn’t enjoying the activities you’ve
and dads. While the AP survey is
is never the result of showing a
Hold your baby as much as to his cries; read aloud to him.
4) Know him well.
As he grows snuggle, hug, laugh
Parenting’s not a one-size-fits-
signed him up for, take it as a
seven years old today, times may
and tell him you love him. Giving
all endeavor, experts say. If you
sign that he’s not doing what he
have changed, but the innate
your child love that never quits is
tailor your parenting style to
really wants to do after all.
needs of our kids sure don’t. J
an inoculation against misery.
your child’s personality, he’ll have less anxiety and depression
6) Lighten up.
Susan Swindell Day is editor of this magazine and the mom of four great kids.
possible; respond with empathy
2) Don’t hit him.
than his peers says a 2011 study
Because kids absorb everything
Steinberg says research shows
in the Journal of Abnormal Child
from us, our moods matter.
that children who are spanked,
Psychology. Some kids, espe-
Happy parents are likely to have
hit or slapped will be more prone
cially those who are very shy or
happy kids, while children of
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ACADEMICS Academy Child Development Centers and Preschools 201 Westwood Place, Brentwood 1401 Baffin Lane, Franklin 114 Prospect Ave., Franklin 270 Seaboard Lane, Franklin 151 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville 1404 Gateway Blvd., Murfreesboro 7836 Learning Lane, Nashville 4615 Thompsons Ridge, Thompson’s Station 122 Seaboard Lane, Franklin academychilddevelopment.com
615-221-5155 615-771-1131 615-790-6737 615-771-2898 615-824-1159 615-890-5885 615-646-6171 615-591-4040 615-373-PLAY
This summer your kids can GROW, LEARN, PLAY! The Academy “wows” once again with a non-stop summer program that includes special weekly guests, adventurous themes and our exclusive Kindergarten Boot Camp. Well-known for our incredibly creative seasonal activities, Summer at the Academy is no exception. Voted Best Preschool by Nashville Parent readers for six consecutive years.
Cambridge Academy Preschool Summer Camp 216 Jamestown Park Road, Brentwood cambridgeacademypreschool.com
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615-373-3110
Send your child to a summer camp they will never forget at Cambridge Academy! Each different themed, fun-filled week is packed with carefully planned activities, special guests, and events your child will come home raving about. Activities include arts and crafts, different cultures, drama, PE, science, home ec, foreign languages, and much more. Pictures will be captured daily and sent home weekly for you and your child to enjoy!
Camp Invention
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campinvention.org
800-968-4332
We’re building the future, one thinker at a time. Camp Invention unlocks your child’s potential through an exciting, hands-on, interactive curriculum. Each day, campers work in teams as they rotate between four thematic modules. Groups are motivated to develop solutions to real-world problems, and by the end of one inspiring week, your child has gained confidence, friendships and essential 21st Century skills that will last a lifetime. Located nationwide. Call or visit our website for more information!
Holly Tree Christian Preschool Summer Quest 3421 Old Anderson Road, Antioch 1384 Holly Gap road, Brentwood hollytreechildcare.com
615-366-1750 615-377-6636
Holly Tree Schools are about faith, family, and summer fun. Featuring cool fun for hot days as well as special guests and water fun too. Summer-themed weekly chapel and JAM classes (Jesus and Me!). The summer is no time to slow down at Holly Tree where we kick into overdrive to make the most of the summer season! continued on page 53 ...
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Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes
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217 Jamestown Park Road, #1, Brentwood lindamoodbell.com • nashville.info@lindamoodbell.com
888-681-2605
Lindamood-Bell helps children and adults improve language processing—the foundation of all communication and learning. For over 25 years, our intensive, process-based instruction has been used to strengthen the sensory-cognitive functions needed for reading and comprehension, and has proven successful for individuals with learning challenges, including dyslexia, ADHD, and ASD.
Sumner Academy 464 Nichols Lane, Gallatin sumneracademy.org
615-452-1914
Offering a fun, safe, and enriching opportunity for students to take part in a fun summer camp called Take Flight during the months of June and July for rising K - grade 8. There will be three components to the program; day camp from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., enrichment class (various hours that highlight different interests from academics to hobbies), and extended care hours. Activities include I “Acted” Up, Reader’s Beware, basketball, hockey, beginners sewing, Hogwart’s Express, jewelry making, Minecraft, Camping Corner (math for young students), A Book a Day, model building, and arts and crafts.
Sylvan Learning Centers
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1227 Lakeview Drive, Unit 4, Franklin sylvanfranklin@gmail.com 2000 Richard Jones Road, Ste. 178, Nashville (Green Hills) sylvangreenhills@gmail.com 110 Glancy St., Ste. 211, Nashville (Rivergate) northdavidsonsylvan@gmail.com 810 Medical Center Blvd., Ste. C, Murfreesboro sylvan1014@bellsouth.net
615-790-8775 615-292-3900 615-860-9111 615-893-3542
Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of tutoring and supplemental education services to students of all ages and skill levels. Our tutors tailor individualized learning plans that build the skills, habits and attitudes students need to succeed in school and in life. Affordable tutoring instruction in math, reading, writing, study skills, homework help and test prep. Visit one of our centers or call for a free consultation.
Travellers Rest Plantation and Museum
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636 Farrell Pkwy., Nashville travellersrestplantation.org • tonya@travellersrestplantation.org
615-832-8197
Our summer camps have been making “history” for over twenty years. One of Nashville’s best-kept secrets, our award-winning day camps make learning history an adventure. From history’s mysteries to Tennessee tales, the War of 1812 to the Civil War ... join us this summer for a time traveling adventure through history!
Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth
615-322-8261
We believe that providing acceleration as well as challenging, inquiry-based educational opportunities, best serve the intellectual needs of gifted children; that being able to work alongside true academic peers provides a sense of community and belonging that helps to meed the social and emotional needs of gifted children; and that crafting authentic creative learning experiences best allows gifted students to develop their full capacities as thinkers, as problem-solvers and as compassionate people.
ANIMALS, HORSEBACK RIDING Animal Camp at Cub Creek Science Camp 16795 St. Rt. E, Rolla, MO myanimalcamp.com • director@bearriverranch.com
573-458-2125
Animals, animals, animals! Campers feed monkeys, work llamas, hold baby kangaroos, play with puppies, bunnies, and kittens. Our Jr. Vet program is a perfect fit for anyone who wants to become a vet (great for college applications). 100+ activity choices including archery, zip lines, pottery, and swimming. Transportation available from the St. Louis airport.
Creekside Riding Academy and Stables 2359 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin creeksideridingstables.com • kris@creeksideridingstables.com
13905 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch musiccityridingacademy.com
615-495-7346
Featuring summer riding day camps. Weekly sessions May 19 - July 30. Instruction for beginning to advanced students. Also offering lessons and boarding. Call now to reserve your spot!
Peachtree Farms Equestrian Center
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4819 Hwy 96 E, Arrington peachtreefarms.com • polly@peachtreefarms.com
615-419-1089
Saddle up and ride! Our equestrian camp provides extensive time with horses. Campers learn life skills through caring for and communicating with horses. We teach safe and correct riding skills. Beginner to advanced, English or Western. Half-day camps for ages 4 - 8, full-day for ages 6 and older. After-care is available. Weekly camps in June and July. CHA approved facility and U.S. Pony Club Center.
Tap Root Farm
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4104 Clovercroft Road, Franklin taprootfarm.com
615-794-3358
Children will learn about farm life… where real food comes from and how it grows. They will work with large and small animals, understanding what it takes and how to care for them. Campers will be a member of a farm family team in which they will have responsibilities. Camp is about young people taking an opportunity to get back in touch with themselves.
Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp 606 Valley View Ranch Road, Cloudland, GA valleyviewranch.com • info @valleyviewranch.com
706-862-2231
Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! A’top Lookout Mountain, for 50 girls, ages 8 - 17; one to 9 weeks, 600 acres, english, western, barrels, vaulting, and trails. CHA instructors teach beginner to advanced riders. Spend 4 - 6 hours daily with your own horse. The Jones family are third generation horse lovers, camp administrators, and equine educators making girls dreams come true!
ARTS Ann Carroll School of Dance 1121 Harpeth Industrial Ct., Ste. 500, Franklin anncarrollschoolofdance.com • di@anncarrollschoolofdance.com
615-790-6468
Offering a performing arts camp for ages 2 - 18 yrs. Preschool camps are offered Mon. - Thu. and include ballet, tap, hip-hop, musical theater, and tumbling. Camp for ages 6 - 18 yrs. are offered Mon. - Fri. and consist of dance, acting, and vocal performance.
Bellevue Dance Center 7097-J Old Harding Pike, Nashville bellevuedancecenter.com
615-662-8327
Register now for summer sessions, camps, and intensives on our website. Featuring “Frozen” Summer Dance Camp offered Jun. 16 - 20 and Jul. 7 - 11.
Blair School of Music
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On the Vanderbilt Campus pty.vanderbilt.edu
Music Riding Academy
615-595-7547
Day campers will learn safe horse handling, receive a daily riding lesson, trail ride, learn to groom and play games on horseback. From the beginning rider to advanced, ages 5 - 15 will learn new techniques and horsemanship in our workshops. Each camp is Mon. - Fri., 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Early and late drop off available during June. Camps run each week in June and July.
at Vanderbilt University, 2400 Blakemore Ave., Nashville blair.vanderbilt.edu
615-322-7659
Summer offerings include: Nashville Summer Orchestra (May 30 - Jun. 3); private and group instrument study in piano, strings, flute, saxophone, and steel drum (Jun. - Aug.); Kindermusik (newborn to age 5 - Jun. - Jul. classes).
Bolton Music Therapy and Music Together® Serving All of Middle Tennessee boltonmusictherapy.com • info@boltonmusictherapy.com
• 615-715-1232
Music learning supports all learning! Achieve developmental goals through individual or group music therapy sessions. Learn to play guitar, piano, or ukulele (adapted lessons offered for children with special needs). Make music with your family in our developmentally appropriate and research-based Music Together® classes for children ages birth to 5 yrs., with or without disabilities. Come try a class for free. Homeschool music classes and musical birthday party bookings also available.
Bounce U Murfreesboro 1222 Park Ave, Murfreesboro bounceu.com/party-places-for-kids/tennessee/murfreesboro/
615-893-8386
Create & Bounce ART Camps offers 10 exciting different themed weeks with daily art projects. Children bounce and make unique crafts related to the theme. Games, scavenger hunts and tie-die are all part of the week. Ages 3 - 11, weekly and daily rates. Create & Bounce Lego® Tech Camp - Our Lego Tech camp is offered six weeks with new projects to build and program each day. Campers will bounce and play too. Ages 6 - 12.
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SUMMER GOLF CAMPS in
NOLENSVILLE Ages 5-14 June 2 – July 18th 7175 Nolensville Road Suite 208, Nolensville CALL OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFOMATION
Call to reserve your spot!
615-495-7346
musiccityridingacademy.com 13905 Old Hickory Blvd. Antioch, TN 37013
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Bounce U of Nashville 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville bounceu.com/cities/nashville.tn • nashville.tn@bounceu.com
615-255-1422
Create and Bounce Camp begins Monday, May 26. Now enrolling with exciting weekly themes and daily fun for ages 3 - 12. Kids get to create art and bounce in a spectac-U-lar indoor play arena featuring warehouse-sized giant inflatables including our exclusive 18 ft. Spider Climb with an 18 ft. Mountain Slide, Dodge Ball City and 38 ft. obstacle course.
Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville cheekwood.org • kterrell@cheekwood.org
Access our
CAMP DIRECTORIES online at
nashvilleparent.com
Sign up at CAMPINVENTION.ORG
615-353-9827
For art and outdoor adventures, you can’t beat summer camps at Cheekwood! Keep your kids busy and engaged this summer with time-tested favorites. We have an entire summer of fun and fresh classes to engage and inspire every young artist. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Cooks Rule! Cooking Camp at Second Harvest Culinary Arts Center, 331 Great Circle Road, Nashville 615-329-3491 secondharvestmidtn.org/cac • mark.rubin@secondharvestmidtn.com
Cooks Rule! Cooking Camps are a unique opportunity to get hands-on training in a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen under the guidance of professional chefs. Campers experience true aspects of life in a commercial kitchen, from safe food handling practices to knife skills and from menu planning to execution and creative presentation.
Dance in Bloom 7982 A Coley Davis Road, Bellevue danceinbloom.com
615-662-4819
Check out our summer camps, classes and workshops! “Frozen” camp, “Shake it Up” camp, Ballerina Princesses camps, six-week sessions, and much more. Summer Open House, Sat., Apr. 12 (9:00 a.m. - 12 noon).
The Dancer’s School 2159 N. Thompson Lane, C-5, Murfreesboro thedancersschool.com • thedancersschool@live.com
615-907-1155
First Steps mini introductory ballet classes beginning Sat. Apr. 12. Four Saturdays, ages 3 - 5. Free tutu. Summer intensives begin Jun. 16. Visit our website for registration information.
Elite Dance Academy 7177 Nolensville Road, Ste. B-1 & B-2, Nolensville elitedanceandfitness.com
615-776-4202
Voted #1 studio in Williamson County 2012 and top three studio’s the past four years. Offering one week themed performing arts camps June through the first week of August for ages 3 - 4 yrs. and 5 - 10 yrs. For 3 - 4 yrs., we offer half day camps from 9:00 - 12:00 with themes such as Butterfly Ballerina, Little Mermaid, and Angelina Ballerina. For 5 – 10 yrs., camps are from 9:00 – 3:00 with themes such as Broadway Bound, Hip Hop, and Hula Hoops and Dancing Divas with a special performance at the end of each week. Our performing arts camps include dance, music, acting, and vocal training along with arts, crafts, and games. We offer a six week summer dance class program in the afternoons and on Saturday.
Frist Center for the Visual Arts
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919 Broadway, Nashville fristcenter.org/summerartcamp
615-244-3340
Beat the Heat this Summer! Register for Summer Class or Camp NOW! Class and Camp begins June 2
Sculpture, drawing, animation, photography, and so much more. Our week-long, age-appropriate classes are designed to be fun and educational for kids ages 5 - 18. No art-making experience is necessary.
Mobile Music Academy
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mobilemusicacademy.com • info@mobilemusicacademy.com 615-301-8589 We bring high-quality music instruction from fun, energetic, qualified teachers to you. Lessons for piano, guitar, bass, drums, voice, band and orchestral. Summer Recording Camp! Call for details.
The Music Class
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5511 Edmondson Pike, Ste. 102, Nashville Satellite locations in West Meade and Franklin themusicclass.com/nashville • info@themusicclass.com
615-777-9314
Early childhood music program for parents and children ages birth - 5 yrs. Help your young child achieve his or her full musical potential with this innovative, developmental music and movement program. Parent and child classes are playful and creative and each family receives the acclaimed CDs and song books. Classes meet weekday and weekend mornings. Call or visit our website for current schedule and session pricing or to find out about our birthday parties and moms’ group events. continued on page 57 ...
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Summer Camp for kids who love music, theater, dance, circus, rock and roll, and everything else.
“My name is Emily. I’ve been going to French Woods for the past 2 years. I love camp more than anything in this world, and here are some reasons why: I get to try new things that I would never get to try at home (Circus, Magic, Silkscreen...). All the people here are so nice! The environment itself is a loving place. No one gets judged and you can really be who you are. French Woods is my time to shine: I love to perform and French Woods gives me the opportunity. If you’re like me and love to sing, dance, act or perform, check out frenchwoods.com”
French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts www.frenchwoods.com
800-634-1703 / frenchwoods.com
2014 Guide to Camps and Summer Programs A paid advertising directory. CAMPS IN RED are overnight/residential camps. CAMPS IN BLUE are local day camps. PROGRAMS IN GREEN are local summer programs. • Online listing.
Music Together Now at Bolton Music Therapy
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musictogether.com 615-796-6162 Bolton Music Therapy is now offering Music Together®, an early childhood music program for children ages birth to five years. Our mixed-age, inclusive classes provide a rich, active music making experience. Each family receives a songbook and two recordings each semester. Contact us to attend a free demo class! Please call for locations or visit our website.
Nashville Children’s Theatre 25 Middleton St., Nashville nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
615-254-9103
COME TO CAMP AT CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY IN BRENTWOOD! Theatre, Music, Sports, Equine, Art and Adventure! For details, call (615) 507-3242 or visit www.curreyingram.org/camps2014
Founded in 1931, NCT is the country’s oldest professional theater for youth and was ranked as one of the top five children’s theaters by Time magazine. NCT presents age-appropriate plays from the classics to contemporary. Saturday and Summer drama workshops are offered for children of various ages. For a complete listing of the 2014 season or for more information about drama workshops, visit our website or call the theater.
O’More College of Design 423 Margin Street, Franklin omorecollege.edu
615-794-4254
Summer Studio at O’More takes young people to the next level of art education in digital media, design, and fine art. Take the journey with us. Experience the Summer Studio. Offering an eclectic and inspirational setting that will introduce budding artists to new media and techniques by seasoned professionals. Artists will be guided and instructed by art educators, professors and professional artists as well. After a week of serious art-making, each student will have created an array of high-quality finished art pieces to share with friends and family.
Uptown Art 103 International Drive, Franklin 112 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville uptownart.com
615-495-4977 615-495-4978
Summer art camps designed for kids ages 5 - 12 at both locations. Young artists can choose from painting, mosaics, jewelry-making, photography, sketching/cartooning and lots more. Morning session is 9 a.m. - 12 noon and afternoon sessions are 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Learn more and register online at our website.
BUSINESS JA Biztown
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120 Powell Place, Nashville janash.com/summercamp
615-627-1205
Y.E.S. Camps // Christian Summer Adventure Camps
Campers ages 10 - 13 spend a week learning how to succeed in business. They’ll apply and interview for jobs, vote in elections, work as part of a business team, and earn and manage their own money. Two camps sessions are available: Jun. 23 - 27 and Jul. 7 - 11 (9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.).
Ms. Biz Young Entrepreneurs
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msbiz.net • msbiz@msbiz.net
615-243-2383
Kids have fun starting a real money-making business! Create websites, logos, business cards, and learn online media. Ms. Biz is a marketing professional and an award-winning teacher. Camps and after-school classes for grades 4 - 12. Nashville summer camps at Montgomery Bell Academy, University School, Battle Ground Academy, and more locations. Check our website for schedule.
NATURE A New Leaf
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6501 Pennywell Drive, Nashville anewleafnashville.org
615-585-9790
Grades 3-12
Overnight & Expedition Camps Zip Line · Caving · High & Low Ropes Archery Tag · Paintball · Hiking & More!
Plan now for an exciting summer program for your child 3 - 12 yrs. Our 2014 camps will offer sculpture, forest ecology, chemistry, sound explorations garden art and so much more. A New Leaf symbolizes the beauty, vitality and power of each child. Visit our website for the summer camp schedule and to learn all about our programs.
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Summer Camp in
NOLENSVILLE! 615-776-2550 2011 Johnson Industrial Blvd (on the left side of the road) Nolensville, TN 37135
Entrepreneur Camps
SPORTS CENTER
Ages 6-13
9am-3pm
Before and Aftercare Available
Different Theme Every Week!
Gymnastics & Tumbling Sports Arts & Crafts Games & Competitions
Turn your hobby into a REAL business! Kids & Teens TECH for Young Entrepreneurs Design your own Website Logo Video
AT BLAIR SCHOOL OF MUSIC KINDERMUSIK
Nashville Summer Orchestra at Blair
June–July classes (5 weeks)
May 30–June 3, 2014
Open to students in grades 7 through 12, college students, and adults. Carol Nies, conductor
For children, newborn to age 5 Amy Alley, instructor Call 322-7659 for details $160
Private and Group Instrument Study in piano, strings, flute, saxophone, and steel drum
Creative Coding!
June–August, 2014 (5–10 weeks)
Make Interactive Art and Music
Specialty Camps: Cheer, Soccer & Martial Arts summitsportscenter.com
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Weekly Summer Camps June 2 - Aug1 4 locations Grades 4-12 REGISTER NOW!
MsBiz.net | 615-243-2383
For more information, call 322-7659 or visit our website at blair.vanderbilt.edu Vanderbilt University 2400 Blakemore Avenue Nashville, Tennessee 37212
2014 Guide to Camps and Summer Programs A paid advertising directory. CAMPS IN RED are overnight/residential camps. CAMPS IN BLUE are local day camps. PROGRAMS IN GREEN are local summer programs. • Online listing.
Camp Idyllwild
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3139 Blue Buck Creek Road, Duck River campidyllwild.com • campidyllwild@gmail.com
615-541-9453
Camp Idyllwild has been offering a truly nature-focused day camp experience for children age 5 (rising K) to 13 since 2008. Camp takes place on a secluded rural private 30-acre property with two pristine springfed creeks, wooded hiking paths, and plenty of indoor and outdoor activities to choose from all day long. Full-day week-long camp sessions; daily round-trip transportation; healthy and organic wholesome snacks; low camper to counselor ratio. Register online (Visa, MC, AMEX). Enrollment for spring and summer has started, and capacity is limited!
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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY Adventure Science Center ScienceQuest Camp 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville, adventuresci.org/camps
615-862-5160
Academics | Athletics | Enrichments
ScienceQuest Camp at the Adventure Science Center provides a wide range of science enrichment programs for youth in grades K - 9. Programs combine science, technology, engineering, and math in ways that encourage kids to actively discover and examine concepts for themselves. We inspire a life-long passion for learning and teach kids creative problem-solving skills, teamwork, persistence, and follow-through in a fun learning environment.
Bricks4Kidz
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99 Seaboard Lane, Ste. 100, Brentwood bricks4kidz.com/nashville-franklin • pslota@bricks4kidz.com
615-988-9080
Bricks4Kidz® Lego® Summer Camps are a high-energy, fast-paced setting where kids discover, explore, invent, and create. Themes such as Robotics, Remote Control, Stop-Motion Animation, Angry Birdies, Mining and Crafting, Model Designer, and many more are being offered. See our website for list and locations.
Camp Invention campinvention.org
Lunch, Early Care plans and transportation available
To register: oakhillschool.org/undertheoaks 4815 Franklin Road | Nashville, TN 37220 | 615-298-9590
800-968-4332
We’re building the future, one thinker at a time. Camp Invention unlocks your child’s potential through an exciting, hands-on, interactive curriculum. Each day, campers work in teams as they rotate between four OHS_UTO_1/4page_2014.indd thematic modules. Groups are motivated to develop solutions to real-world problems, and by the end of one inspiring week, your child has gained confidence, friendships and essential 21st Century skills that will last a lifetime. Located nationwide. Call or visit our website for more information!
Engineering for Kids
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Franklin, Murfreesboro, Mt. Juliet, and Nashville engineeringforkids.net/location/nashville
615-261-9937
Engineering for Kids brings science, technology, engineering and math to kids ages 4 - 14 in a fun and challenging way. Register now for summer camps in Franklin, Murfreesboro, Mt. Juliet, and Nashville.
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iD Tech Camps Held at Vanderbilt idtech.com • info@idtech.com
888-709-8324
Take interests further and gain a competitive edge for school, college, and future careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)! Ages 7 - 17 create apps, video games, C++/Java programs, movies, and more at weeklong, day and overnight summer programs.
iD Tech Academies Held at Emory, UNC-Chapel Hill, and select universities nationwide idtech.com • info@idtech.com
888-709-8324
Gain a competitive edge and learn how programming, app development, robotics, game design, 3D modeling, filmmaking, or photography can become a college degree and even a rewarding career. 2-week, pre-college summer programs for ages 13 - 18: iD Programming Academy, iD Game Design & Development Academy, and iD Film Academy. Held at prestigious universities nationwide.
Mr. Bond Science Camps 10 area locations mrbondscienceguy.com/science-camps
• 615-573-2702
Science Camps with Mr. Bond and the Science Guys! We make science fun, cool, and easy! Our science camps are hands-on, educational and are great for girls and boys ages 5 - 12. Themes for 2014 include: CSI-NASHVILLE, Space Camp, Fun with Physics, Crazy Chemistry, and Bizarre Science. Visit our website to register and get all the the details or call Mr. Bond directly. Mr. Bond and the Science Guys have been making science fun for kids in Middle Tennessee for well over 15 years.
Over 50 years of teaching children correct riding skills (control of horse and safety) and basic horsemanship (care and knowledge of the horse) in a safe and fun environment Our programs are designed to: enrich children’s lives, build self-esteem, and teach responsibility for themselves, their pony/ horse, and their own actions. 615-419-1089 | www.peachtreefarms.com Highway 96 Arrington, TN East of I-65, South Brentwood - Wilson Pike United States Pony Club Riding Center and AARS certified programs Lessons, Camps, Clinics, Sales & Consulting, Parties & Pony Rides
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BATTLE GROUND ACADEMY
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SPECIAL NEEDS Camp Progress held at West End Middle School, 3529 West End Ave., Nashville progress-inc.org
SUMMER PROGRAM
May 27th - August 1st
2014
615-399-3000
Offering educational summer fun for youngsters with intellectual disabilities Jun. 9 - Jul 18. Camp Progress offers children and teens a traditional camp experience that nurtures their needs, opens their minds, and emphasizes fun. The innovative indoor and outdoor activities focus on the “can” instead of the “cannot.” Through partnerships with Metro Parks, Metro Nashville Public Schools, and a host of other local business owners, Camp Progress had a successful pilot summer. This year, we again hope to fill a void for interactive and entertaining activities for young people with intellectual disabilities.
SPORTS, FITNESS Better Golf Academy Kids 7175 Nolensville Road. Ste. 208, Nolensville bettergolfkidstn.blogspot.com • tninfo@bettergolfforkids.com
615-554-1982
Nolensville’s new golf academy! Led by PGA teaching professional Jim Kite, we offer summer camps and after-school classes starting at age 5. Private lessons for any age including adults. Equipment is provided. Our indoor and outdoor facilities give you and your child the opportunity to practice year-round. Driving range to open this spring. We guarantee fun while learning the great game of golf! Visit our website for registration forms and schedule.
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Battle Ground Academy 336 Ernest Rice Lane Franklin, TN 37069
Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate
Register Online @ www.BattleGroundAcademy.org/BGAcamps
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1911 Business Campus Drive, Murfreesboro 1820 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro bskonline.com • bushido96@aol.com
• 615-890-6755 615-893-6003
Let martial arts take your kids to new heights! Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate offers programs in traditional karate from age 3 - adult. Call now to find out how to get one month free with uniform.
Boost Gymnastics 11 Vaughns Gap Road, Nashville boostgymnastics.com • bcrady@boostgymnastics.com
615-352-8533
At Boost Gymnastics we offer co-ed Kindy Camp (3 - 5 yrs) and co-ed Gymnastics Camp (5 yrs. and up). Before- and after-care is offered for Gymnastics Camp and before-care only is offered for Kindy Camp. We also offer a variety of recreational summer classes.
Camp Shining Light
University School of Nashville
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4922 Port Royal Road, C-2, Spring Hill shininglightgym.com • info@shininglightgym.com
931-486-0410
We offer an amazing summer camp for ages 4 - 12 yrs. Regular camp hours are from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. with extended care available from 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Your child will have an amazing time on our trampolines, zip line, star castle, and blow-up mountain. They will also enjoy volleyball, crafts, and gymnastics.
Club West Volleyball 15115 Old Hickory Blvd., Ste. C, Nashville clubwestvolleyball.com/na • jessicae@clubwestvolleyball.com
615-891-4616
Club West Volleyball is a girls volleyball program that was established to provide young female athletes the opportunity to be educated in competitive volleyball. We offer comprehensive and dynamic instruction to grades 4 - 12. Club West offers both indoor and outdoor play opportunities.
David Deaton Karate Brentwood Hendersonville Mt. Juliet daviddeaton.com
377-1100 824-9111 754-6878
The free one-month summer camp gives children these five great life skills: (1) Easy-to-learn self-defense; (2) Vital safety tips; (3) How to handle bullies; (4) What to do when parents aren’t around; (5) What to do when confronted by strangers. Only three 4-week sessions will be held in June, July and August. Classes fill quickly so register now!
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YOUR PRESCHOOLER WILL NEVER FORGET A DIFFERENT THEME EVERY WEEK Arts • Different Cultures • PE • Cooking Water play • Gardening • Science • Home Ec Foreign Language & Much More!
Before and After care available 216 Jamestown Park Road, Brentwood, TN
Thank you for voting us one of the best child care facilities/preschools in Williamson County.
Pictures will be captured daily and sent home weekly so your child will never forget the memorable time they had at Camp Cambridge!
Call today to schedule a tour. 615-373-3110 or visit CambridgeAcademyPreschool.com
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E.T.C. Gymnastics 1137 Haley Road, Murfreesboro 1932 Almaville Road, Smyrna etcgymnastics.com • coachken@etcgymnastics.com
615-867-6900 615-617-7644
E.T.C. Gymnastics is dedicated to bringing a new standard of excellence in gymnastics through Him. We offer classes in gymnastics for boys and girls ages 2 years and older. We also offer cheerleading and tumbling, as well as competitive teams. Call and ask about our free trial class. We also do parties, field trips and parents’ nights out.
Elite Martial Arts
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6940 Moores Lane, Brentwood emabrentwood.com, warriorcamp.org
WARRIOR CAMP Ninja Games • Martial Arts • Archery Obstacle Courses • Padded Weapons Teamwork • Survival Skills Ninja Fun For Everyone! DOWNLOAD YOUR REGISTRATION FORM AT:
WARRIORCAMP.ORG TODAY!
615-661-5595
Winner of the 2013 Best of Parenting Award, Elite Martial Arts regular afternoon/evening classes integrate Muay Thai kickboxing, Krav Maga, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to give kids 5 and up, teens, and adults the best self defense training. Elite’s Warrior Camp provides fun and safe ninja training at the Elite school and at Warrior Woods near Leiper’s Fork. Every kid 5 and up – teens too! – has a place in one of the day camps throughout the summer. Call today or visit our website to begin your adventure!
Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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4115 Mallory Lane, Ste. 206, Franklin (Cool Springs) gbcoolsprings.com 3710B Hillsboro Pike, Nashville (Green Hills) gbgreenhills.com
615-953-6349
Come and be a part of the most effective martial art in the world! Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is unmatched in full body functional fitness, is as mentally stimulating as chess, and is one of the fastest growing sports in the world! Come be a part of our Summer Camp 2014. Your child will learn BJJ, self-defense, conditioning, avoid bullying using “the gentle art”, and improve confidence/self-esteem. Professor will also introduce Brazilian Portuguese language and culture!
Let it Shine Gymnastics
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1892 Gen. George Patton Drive, Franklin lisgym.com • gyminfo@letitshinegym.com
615-369-3547
We offer a SUPER FUNTASTIC summer camp for ages 3 - 12. Camp is from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. with extended care available from 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Kids will have a FUNTASTIC time on our trampolines, zipline, rocket blaster, star castle, rock wall, volley ball, basketball, floor hockey, swimming, and gymnastics.
Mpact Sports
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1647 Mallory Lane, Ste. 102, Brentwood mpactgymnastics.com
615-377-3444
Add excitement and fitness into your child’s summer with our gymnastics and martial arts day camps! We offer camps 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Mon. - Fri. for ages 4 - 12 years with the option for partial weeks. There is a new theme each week that will keep your kids moving, thinking, and building lasting friendships. With our small ratios, family-like, allergy-friendly environment, we are surely the best kept secret in Cool Springs. We are dedicated to making this summer your child’s best summer ever!
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Ms. Sue’s Swimming Lessons 7857 S. Lamar Road, Smyrna mssueswimming.com
615-459-5124
Swim lessons for ages 6 mos. - adult beginning May 27 and running through Aug. 29. Heated saltwater pool, convenient day and evening classes, all levels. Contact us today to register.
Ready. Set. YOGA! Serving Middle Tennessee readysetyogatn.com • info@readysetyogatn.com
931-516-9642
Our classes are total yoga fun for boys and girls of all ages. We incorporate the use of animated poses, props, music, art, games, and storytelling combined with the imagination to help stimulate their senses as well as stretch and strengthen their developing bodies. We offer Kids Yoga, Tween & Teen Yoga, Toddler Storytime, Mommy & Me Yoga, Pre/Postnatal Yoga, private and semi-private sessions, birthday/pajama parties, and family yoga. See you on your mat!
Stevens Family Taekwondo EMABRENTWOOD.COM (615) 661-5595 6940 MOORES LANE BRENTWOOD TN 37027
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440 Rice Street, Murfreesboro 805 Commercial Court, Murfreesboro stevensfamilytkd.com • stevensfamilytkd@yahoo.com
615-893-5304
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TPGA JUNIOR GOLF ACADEMY Weekly Overnight Camps Day Clinics For more information, visit golfhousetennessee.com/academy 400 Franklin Road, Franklin
(615) 790-7600
SOCCER camps Top professionals teaching skills and the whole approach to the game.
CALL FOR THE LOCATION NEAREST YOU 615.669.0688 SuperSkillsUSA.com
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25% Early Bird Discount on camps through April 30th!
Register Online! For our Summer Camps, Classes & Workshops • Frozen Camp • Shake It Up Camp
Open House Sat., April 12
• Ballerina Princesses Classes
(9:30am - 12:30pm)
• and much more! • Ages 2+
Voted one of
Nashville’s BEST!
615-662-4819
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CAMPS IN RED are overnight/residential camps. CAMPS IN BLUE are local day camps. PROGRAMS IN GREEN are local summer programs. • Camp Fair participant. • Online listing.
Cloudland, GA
Summit Sports Center 2011 Johnson Industrial Blvd., Nolensville summitsportscenter.com
Located on Lookout Mountain in northwest Georgia,
615-776-2550
CJL is an independent, non-profit summer camp
for girls ages 7-17. 1 & 2 week sessions available
Each day is filled with activities that will keep your children active, learning, and having fun. Campers will participate in short gymnastics/tumbling lessons, lots of sports activities, other games/competitions, at least one arts and crafts activity, and free time on our equipment. Each week will have a fun theme like Olympic Week or Space and Science, and most lessons, games, and crafts will revolve around the theme. Week-long specialty camps will focus on building skills in cheerleading, soccer, and martial arts.
SuperSkills
June 8—August 2, 2014
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Programs held at multiple Middle Tennessee locations superskillsusa.com
615-669-0688
SuperSkills USA is a soccer training program designed to help any player between the ages of 5 and 18 master how to dribble a soccer ball. We guarantee results. We offer affordable 90 min. weekly training sessions, winter camps, summer camps, and also sponsor 1v1 tournaments.
TPGA Junior Golf Academy
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400 Franklin Road, Franklin golfhousetennessee.com/littlecourse • gcude@pgshq.com
615-465-6322
The TPGA Junior Golf Academy is an overnight camp for ages 10 - 17. Located at Golf House TN Learning Center, the Academy is for players of all ability levels. The Golf House TN Learning Center also offers day clinics for ages 4 - 17.
Wado Karate Centers
Horseback Ropes course Climbing wall Crafts/pottery Drama Pool
Canoeing Sailing Archery Fire-building Backpacking Camp crafts
or ore infor ation or to register online
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2444 Morris Gentry Blvd., Antioch 406 Two Mile Pike, Goodlettsville 667 Presidents Place, Smyrna wadokaratecenters.com • taylorhayden@msn.com
615-399-3992 615-859-9473 615-399-3992
For ages 3 - adult. Designed to instill self-control, self-confidence and boost self-esteem. Our classes are the product of more than 40 years of refinement and offer life skills along with karate skills. Call or email for more information or to register.
770-428-1062 info@CJL.org
www.CJL.org
…preparing girls for confident living and leadership since 1922
TRADITIONAL CAMPS Battle Ground Academy
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336 Ernest Rice Lane, Franklin battlegroundacademy.org/bgacamps • roc.batten@mybga.org
615-567-8327
Battle Ground Academy summer program (May 27 - Aug. 1) is open for registration! Multiple athletic, arts, and academic camps are offered to campers aged 5 - adult. Half- and full-day programs (and before- and after-care) are available. Visit our website, call, or email for more information.
Boy Scouts of America Day Camps mtbsa.org
615-383-9724
The BSA offers 23 Middle Tennessee day camps for boys grades 1 - 5. Non-scouts are welcome to attend. Camps are Mon. - Fri. and offer activities such as water excitement, archery and bb shooting, sports, crafts, nature products, scout skills, and other themed activities. Overnight camps available for boys ages 7 - 18.
Brentwood Academy Summer Camps 219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood 615-373-0611 brentwoodacademy.com/camps • hubie_smith@brentwoodacademy.com
Brentwood Academy offers summer day camps for boys and girls grades K - 12. We offer over 25 camps in the areas of sports, fine arts, and academics. We have something to interest every child. Join us for a summer of fun!
Camp Crusader, Hendersonville Christian Academy Hendersonville, Goodlettsville and Gallatin crusaderkids.com
615-824-1550
Camp Crusader is an exciting summer camp program available to children from 1 - 11 yrs. Camp Crusader begins Monday, June 2 and runs through Friday, July 25 (closed July 4). Kids will enjoy days packed full of activities and older children will enjoy fun field trips. We are conveniently located on all three campuses in Hendersonville, Goodlettsville and Gallatin. Call or check the website for more information.
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SUMMER RIDING CAMP Weekly During June & July
• Safe Horse Handling • Riding Lessons • Trail Rides • Grooming & Games
SUMMER CAMP... MINUS THE DIRT & BUGS!
CREEKSIDE Riding Academy & Stables Hwy 431 at Duplex Rd., 2359 Lewisburg Pk., Franklin, TN 37064
615-595-7547 * creeksideridingstables.com
Kids FLIP for CAMP
JULY 7th-25th Monday thru Friday 9:00am–4:00pm Aftercare until 5pm age 3 to college
Check out our Gymnastics & Martial Arts Day Camps at mpactsports.com or call 615-377-3444 9am - 3pm Mon-Fri 4-12 yrs Allergy Friendly
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790-6468 Swimming * Field Trips Theme Days Tournaments * Board Games Athletic Activities Musical Activities Arts and Crafts Guest Speakers Indoor & Outdoor Games and So MUCH MORE!!!
7 Week Program June 2nd to July 18th 5 Williamson County Locations Monday through Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm Ages 5 to 12 **Children MUST be 6 years old by September 30, 2014 And CANNOT be 13 years old before June 2, 2014**
Camp Fees: $18.00 per day, per child Registration Fee: $25.00 per child Financial Assistance is Available Registration begins Mon. April 28, 2014 For Program & Registration details:
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Camp Juliette Low
History’s Mysteries War of 1812 Adventure Miss Mary’s Academy
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321 Camp Juliette Low Road, Cloudland, GA cjl.org
770-428-1062
CJL is an independent, non-profit summer camp for girls ages 7 - 17. Campers live in platform tents and enjoy traditional camp activities that emphasize outdoor living skills and recreation, including canoeing, ropes course, archery, and horseback. CJL provides exciting, outdoor experiences that foster self-confidence, independence, teamwork, and leadership. One- and two-week sessions available. ACA accredited.
Camp Manitowa
Civil War Adventure
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12770 N. Benton Road, Benton, IL campmanitowa.com • campmanitowa@gmail.com
314-375-6766
Stitching History Tennessee Tales & Legends Junior Docent Training & Leadership Before & After Care
615-832-8197
Camp Manitowa is a traditional sleepaway camp located on 20,000 acre Rend Lake in beautiful southern Illinois. We offer a variety of activities including water skiing, horseback riding, sports, and ziplining. We are small by design and provide the best customer service in the business.
Camp Vandy
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2700 Children’s Way, Nashville vanderbilt.edu/studentrec • campvandy@vanderbilt.edu
615-343-8186
Camp Vandy is a day camp accommodating children 4 - 12 with an emphasis on fun, learning, and participation. Weekly highlights include themed events, arts and crafts, music, rock wall climbing, swimming in our indoor pool, bowling in our bowling alley, and running and jumping in our indoor field house.
Camp Woodmont
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381 Moonlight Drive, Cloudland, GA campwoodmont.com • alyson@campwoodmont.com
423-472-6070
Camp Woodmont is a traditional, overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6 - 14. Just 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, high ropes/climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery and more. Open House May 18, 2 - 5 p.m. Founded on Christian principles in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and memories.
The Covenant School 33 Burton Hills Blvd., Nashville 615-467-2313 thecovenantschool.com/campus-life/summer-camps • tclement@thecovenantschool.com
If you’re looking for summertime fun and learning for your child, check out The Covenant School Camps Program as we Encounter Superheroes, Jump and Flip Under the Big Top, Explore the Arts, go on an Indiana Jones Adventure, and much more! Camps for boys and girls, all ages! For more information and to register, visit our website.
Currey Ingram Academy 6544 Murray Lane, Brentwood curreyingram.org/camps2014 • alli.faulk@curreyingram.org
615-507-3242
Join us on our 83 acre campus in Brentwood for camp this summer! We are offering sports, art, equine, the Greater Nashville Rock-and-Roll Theatre Camp, and Beech Creek Adventure Camp, our traditional day camp. Camp dates and rates available on our website. Offerings vary by age and date.
Elite Dance VOTED #1 D WILLAMSAONCE STUDIO IN N COUNTY
www.EliteDanceAndFitness.co
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Davidson Academy Bear Camp 1414 West Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville davidsonacademy.com • bwillis@davidsonacademy.com
615-860-5300
Davidson Academy Bear Camp is an exciting time for boys and girls pre-K4 - grade 6. Campers participate in cooking, art, science, reading, math, drama, swimming, field trips, and more. Piano/voice, ballet, jazz, tap, art, jewelry making, robotics, science, pottery, clay, puppetry and tutoring are other camps offered.
Deer Run Camps and Retreats – Day Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station camps.deerrunretreat.org • registration@deerrunretreat.org
SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
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Registration begins February 15th! One-Week Themed Camps Include Shake It Up, Stage Starz, Princess & Pirates, American Girl, Brave, Butterfly Ballet & Just Dance
615-794-2918
Voted Best Day Camp by Williamson parent readers. Deeper faith. Greater adventures. Impacting campers through growth in faith, character, respect, and leadership. Voted best day camp. Day Camps (grades K - 5) and Adventure Day Camps (grades 6 - 8). Over 100 acres of wooded property with new facilities, a lake, creek, and numerous outdoor recreation options including lake activities, skits, crazy games, wiffle ball, BB guns, archery, crafts, climbing tower, creek wading, worship, fun songs, and interactive agegraded small group Bible study. Adventure camps also include 3-D archery, outdoor education and survival skills, Leap of Faith, paintball, and tree climbing with ropes and harnesses. Campers receive a camp themed t-shirt and DVD of their camp week. Discounts and monthly payments plus extended care and bus transportation options available. continued on page 68 ...
Ages 3 - 5 • 9:00-12:00 Ages 5 1/2 - 7 & 8-12 • 9:00-3:00 Now registering for our
Adult Zumba 6 Days a Week
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Harding Academy Summer Pr8grams June 2—27 and July 7—25, 2014 Enrichment and athletic offerings morning and afternoon sessions
Deer Run Camps and Retreats – Overnight Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station camps.deerrunretreat.org • registration@deerrunretreat.org
Deeper faith. Greater adventures. One- and two-week camps impacting campers through growth in faith, character, respect, and leadership. Each camp week is an exciting, well-planned, outdoor summer experience that creates positive lifetime memories. Sessions: Preteens (grades 3 - 5), Middle School (grades 6 - 8), and High School (grades 9 - 12). Over 100 acres of wooded property with new facilities, a lake, creek, and numerous outdoor recreation options including horseback riding, climbing tower, paintball, archery, crazy games, lake activities, and low or high ropes. Each day includes age-appropriate small group Bible study plus a nightly speaker and worship. Campers receive a camp themed t-shirt and DVD of their camp week. Discounts and monthly payments available.
Harding offers one-week long day camps for children 3 years through grade 8. Camp favorites include ZB Land, Boxfest, Wet Wild and Wacky, Mr. Bond’s Space, Little Scholars Creative Builders, Filmmakers Workshop, theater camps and our athletic offerings.
Doe River Gorge
For a full list of camps offered visit us online!
Ensworth School
Contact Amanda Millikan at millikana@hardingacademy.org www.hardingacademy.org and click on Summer Programs
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220 Doe River Gorge Road, Hampton doerivergorge.com • drginfo@doerivergorge.com
423-725-4010
When you experience the phenomenon known as Doe River Gorge, you will walk away with that “I-can’tbelieve-it’s-real” feeling. Located in the beautiful mountains of northeast TN, Doe River Gorge offers summer camp options for ages 8 - 18, as well as day-long programs and weekend retreats for families and groups. Activities include rappelling, horseback riding, The Blob, lake fun, ziplines, tree climbing, whitewater tubing, ropes courses, wakeboarding/water-skiing, rifle shooting/archery, paintball, games, biblical teaching, music, small group time, team-building, train rides through the mountains, and much more!
211 Ensworth Ave, Nashville ensworth.com
615-383-0661
Summer at Ensworth offers a wide range of exciting courses, programs, and athletics for students and children from 4 - 18. Lower/middle school camps, high school courses, and Big E Sports Camps. For more information, visit our website.
Goofballs 1113 Murfreesboro Road #360, Franklin letsgetgoofy.com
TAP ROOT FARM Franklin, TN
Where “Back to Nature” is Big Time Fun!
Jun. 9 - 13 or Jun. 23 - 27, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. for kids ages 6 - 10 yrs. Have a blast at Camp Gerty and Gasper! Our Goofballs are so excited to treat your kids to a week of unforgettable fun. Exciting activities every day including playing on the play sets next door at Happy Backyards, a Wii tournament, Nerf battles, a scavenger hunt, bumper car rides, laser frenzy, bowling, obstacle course races, and even a Goofballs Olympics!
Harding Academy Summer Programs
Just 3 miles from Cool Springs Galleria
SUMMER FARM CAMP
615-861-3668
170 Windsor Drive, Nashville hardingacademy.org • millikana@hardingacademy.org
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL Limited Space, Sign Up Today!
• DAILY HORSEBACK RIDING & CARE • GROW YOUR OWN FOOD • CREEK PLAY
• 615-948-7005
Harding offers one-week long day camps for children 3 yrs. - grade 8. Camp favorites include ZB Land, Boxfest, Wet Wild and Wacky, Mr. Bond’s Space, Little Scholars Creative Builders, Filmmakers Workshop, theater camps, and our athletic offerings. Camps run Jun. 2 - 27 and Jul. 7 - 25. For a full list of camps offered visit us online.
Harpeth Hall 3801 Hobbs Road, Nashville harpethhall.org
615-297-9543
Does your daughter dream of hitting the stage, exploring the outdoors, or scoring the winning goal? At Harpeth Hall, we have it all! Girls of all ages can spend half days and full days at our week-long arts, academics, and athletic camps.
Horton Haven Christian Camp (and Day Camps) 3711 Reed Harris Road, Chapel Hill hortonhaven.org
TapRootFarm.com Questions? Call (615) 594-3210 “This was a great experience for my daughter. She had a great time and I felt sure she was in a safe, nurturing, and Christian environment.”
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Just one hour south of Nashville offering overnight and day camps. Overnight campers experience archery, air rifles, climbing, horseback riding, canoeing, crafts, mountain biking, swimming, and more. Teens can try our 45-ft. high, 600 ft. long zip line. One-week sessions, ages 8 - 11, 12 - 14 and 15 - 18. Day campers enjoy games, crafts, bible lessons, swimming and more. Creating a camp environment where people can come to know and follow Jesus Christ.
Indian Creek Camp
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615-448-1023
Indian Creek Camp is a Christian, co-ed, overnight, ACA accredited camp for ages 7 - 17. It also offers an all-inclusive family camp summer vacation. Most week-long camps cost $250 per camper. Activities include horseback riding, water skiing, canoeing, archery, ceramics, mountain biking, swimming lessons, a nature center, and more.
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Art Camp
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Volley Ball Basketball Gymnastics Floor Hockey Football Wiffle Ball Indoor Games Outdoor Games
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Ages K4 - 6th grade Cost: $125 plus one time registration fee of $25 9:30am - 12:30pm ALL CAMPS INCLUDE: Daily Interactive Fun Chapel Daily Camp Snack Camp Supplies Camp Picture Camp Specialty Gift & T-Shirt Register before May 1st!
SPOTS ARE LIMITED 150 Soccer Way, Smyrna, TN All camps conclude with a Summer Camp www.lancasterchristianacademy.org (615) 223-0451 | lcaknightsoffice@gmail.com Extravaganza on Friday, June 20th!
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DISCOVER THE WORLD OF IMAGINATION It’s a new adventure every week! Full of bouncing, creative play, games, arts and crafts, and much more!
LIMITED SPACE STILL AVAILABLE! SUMMER CAMPS start in JUNE. SIGN UP TODAY! Ideal for Kids 4-10+ years of age All classes sorted by birth years. Low Camper-Counselor ratios
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Horton Haven Christian Camp
CAMPS IN RED are overnight/residential camps. CAMPS IN BLUE are local day camps. PROGRAMS IN GREEN are local summer programs. • Camp Fair participant. • Online listing.
Boys and Girls ages 8-18
Lancaster Christian Academy 150 Soccer Way, Smyrna lancasterchristianacademy.org
615-223-0451
Lancaster Christian Academy’s daily Fun Camp and specialty camps are designed specifically for kids grades K - 6 and offer a Christian environment where kids grow in the Lord. Weekly chapels, daily crafts and activities, and multiple field trips create a wildly fun summer for your kids. Call and register today!
Montgomery Bell Academy - Summer @ MBA
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Montgomery Bell Academy’s more than 100 different camps and classes allow rising kindergartners to high school boys and girls to fill their summer with activities. Sports, art, cooking, driver’s ed, leadership, study skills, Improv, Legos, and entrepreneurship are just a few of the myriad offerings. Check out our website for all information and to register.
New Frontiers
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3939 Snowhill Road, Dowelltown newfrontiers.org
877-704-CAMP
Nestled among the hills just 60 miles east of Nashville rests an adventure programming facility that rivals almost any other place like it in the United States. We utilize challenge courses, camping, paintball, canoeing, and other outdoor pursuits to fight apathy, to prepare students to face life with strength and direction, and to challenge people to think strategically, communicate directly, and live intentionally.
Oak Hill Day Camp 4815 Franklin Road, Nashville fpcnashville.org/recreation • lgreen@fpcnashville.org
615-298-9583
Adventure day camp in the heart of Nashville. Includes swimming, horseback riding, ropes course, archery, theater, arts and crafts, and sports. Accredited by the American Camp Association.
Oasis Summer Camp 7533 Lords Chapel Drive, Nashville oasischurch.tv/ministries/mothers-day-out
Horses
Archery Crafts Swimming Zipline Canoeing Bible Lessons Climbing Walls Conveniently located 1 hour south of Nashville
(931) 364-7656 hortonhaven.org
615-331-0202 ext. 104
Welcome campers! Oasis Summer Camp offers a six-week day camp for children ages 6 wks. - preschool. We are excited to offer Happy Campers, a summer curriculum that focuses on hands-on, explorative learning and activities about all things “camping.” Join us for summer camp for your choice of one to four days/week.
Pump It Up Bounce Camps 7104 Crossroads Blvd #128, Brentwood pumpitupparty.com/brentwood-tn
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Animal Safari Adventure, week of Jun. 2 - 5. Explore the World International, week of Jun. 9 - 12. Artful Antics, week of Jun. 16 - 19. Shipwreck Cove: Pirates vs. Princesses, week of Jun. 23 - 26. Off week of July 4. Abracadabra & Science, week of Jul. 7 - 10. Superheros & Super-heroines, week of Jul. 14 - 17. Space is a Place, week of Jul. 21 - 24. We are Family, week of Jul. 28 - 31. Early bird discount with application and payment received by April 18.
Riverview Camp for Girls
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800-882-0722
A traditional Christian summer camp for girls located on top of Lookout Mountain in Mentone, AL. Riverview offers both one-and two-week options for girls ages 6 - 16. Activities include: horseback riding, ropes course, canoeing, swimming, gymnastics, arts and crafts, archery, golf, and more. Accredited by the American Camping Association.
Rocketown 601 4th Ave. S, Nashville rocketown.com/summersessions
615-843-4001
Rocketown’s summer sessions include skate camp, dance, Rhyme Lab, photography, Jam Lab, movie making, basketball camp and Gear Heads for students ages 9 - 18. Also available are movie making and audio production intensive camps. Make friends and memories, learn from professionals, share your talent and master new skills!
Summer @ CPA – Christ Presbyterian Academy 2323 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville cpalions.org/summer • camps@cpalions.org
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CPA offers over 40 camps and workshops for grades pre-K - 12 in the areas of athletics, academics, and the arts. There are camps to meet any interest and schedule! Summer @ CPA begins the week of May 26 and ends on Aug. 1, with multiple camps offered weekly.
SUMMER at
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For information on Ensworth Camps, go to ensworth.com or call 615.383.0661
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Under The Oaks Summer Program - Oak Hill School • 4815 Franklin Road, Nashville oakhillschool.org/undertheoaks • feuerhelmb@oakhillschool.org
615-298-9341
Under the Oaks summer program, an outreach of Oak Hill School, promises to provide elementary and early middle school-age children unique experiences both in and out of the classroom. Summer offerings include academic, athletic, and enrichment sessions. Full-day camp schedule is available for campers of all ages. Early care, lunch, and drop-off transportation is also available.
University School of Nashville
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615-321-8016
Make USN Summer Camps your choice for a fun, enriching experience this summer. Many of our camps are led by USN faculty members who bring their expertise and varied passions to diverse programming in sports, academics, the arts, and technology. Flexible morning and afternoon scheduling allows either whole-day or half-day experiences. After-care provided from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
The Wave at First Baptist Church Hendersonville 106 Bluegrass Commons Blvd., Hendersonville fbchendersonville.com/wave • daycamp@fbchtn.org
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The Wave provides an exciting, safe, Christ-centered camping environment for kids grades K - 8, Mon. - Fri., 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Each week has a unique theme highlighted by action-packed events including inflatables, water games, our own Olympics, and more. Daily activities include music, community service, arts and crafts, library, and recreation.
The Webb School Summer Program 319 Webb Road East, Bell Buckle thewebbschool.com • cjones@webb.school.com
931-389-6003
Open to rising 4th - 8th graders: science, Lego robotics, soccer, art, basketball, Chinese, outdoor skills.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin wcparksandrec.com
615-790-5719
Seven week program begins Jun. 2, Mon. - Fri., 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. for ages 5 - 12. Five separate campsites across Williamson County. Registration begins Apr. 28. Registration fee $25 per child and camp fee $18 per child/day. Visit our website for more information.
YMCA Camp Carson A Christian, co-ed, overnight, ACA accredited camp for ages 7 to 17. Week-long, affordable camps. Activities include: horseback riding water skiing canoeing archery ceramics mountain biking swimming lessons a nature center and more!
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YMCA Camp Carson where all kids are accepted, challenged, empowered. Join campers and staff from around the country and around the world as you dive into daily adventures. Archery, pottery, horseback, dirt bikes, water ziplines, and so much more. It’s a non-stop week of opportunity, wrapped in the YMCA character development values. Only three hours northwest of Nashville.
YMCA Camp Ocoee
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423-338-5588
Located in the mountains of southeast Tennessee, Camp Ocoee has been providing children with wilderness adventures since 1923. One-week sessions for boys and girls ages 7 - 17. 4:1 camper to staff ratio. Strong Christian environment. Activities include paintball, whitewater rafting, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking, camp outs, and more.
YMCA Day Camps
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ymcamidtn.org/programs/camp
615-259-9622
Camping at the Y is about learning skills, developing character, and making friends. Our camps are also places where kids become a community as they engage in physical, social, and educational activities that teach how to be more independent and contribute to a group. Each week includes swimming and field trips.
YMCA Summer Adventure 150 Cabin Circle Drive Liberty, TN 37095
812-385-3597
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615-259-3418
The summer component of the YMCA’s Fun Company out-of-school time program, Summer Adventure offers campers daily fun in a safe, supervised environment. Offering full-day excitement, campers will learn skills, develop character, and make new friends, all while engaging in physical, social, and educational activities.
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WEIGHT LOSS Camp Shane
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914-271-4141
Weight loss camp featured on MTV and 20/20. Family run since 1968. We keep the focus on fun so kids lose weight immersed in our abundant list of activities. Sessions in nutrition, cooking, and behavioral therapy. Safe, supervised, and supportive. Campers gain knowledge to continue their journey at home.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOLS First Baptist Nashville 108 7th Ave. S, Nashville 615-664-6000 firstbaptistnashville.org/2014vbs • shannon.meadors@firstbaptistnashvlle.org Jun. 9 - 13; 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; ages entering K - grade 6 graduates
At Agency D3, your kids will become “special agents” examining eyewitness reports, physical proof, and biblical accounts to discover the truth about who Jesus really is. Through bible study, crafts, music, games, and snacks, your kids will get to discover, decide, and defend the facts as the ultimate spy kids. VBS is always free. Invite your friends to get in on the action. Register on our website.
New Hope Community Church 605 Wilson Pike, Brentwood newhopechurchtn.org • nchcvbs@live.com Jun. 2 - 6; 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon; ages 5 yrs. - grade 5
615-373-1590
Join our network of Secret Agents! We have to use our investigative skills to collect and log evidence about the life of Jesus. As a D3 Agent, we will examine eyewitness testimony, physical proof, and biblical accounts to uncover the truth about who Jesus really is.
Third Baptist Church 410 W. McKnight Drive, Murfreesboro 3bconline.com • vbs@3bconline.com Jun. 2 - 6; 9 a.m. - 12 noon; ages entering K- grade 8
615-893-8192
Join Agency D3 Special Agents for a week of fun as they examine eyewitness reports, physical proof, and biblical accounts to uncover and defend the truth about who Jesus really is. Agency D3 is open to agents entering kindergarten to entering grade 8. The assignment is June 2 - 6 and agents are to report for duty at 9 a.m. sharp and remain on the job until 12 noon. There is no cost for agent training.
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The Dailies Activities in day-to-day order.
98 On Stages Local music and theater happenings this month.
J Denotes shows being reviewed this month on nashvilleparent.com.
101 Ongoing Activities Recurring opportunities for all ages.
104 Parent Planner Events that require advance registration.
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Chadderbox Nashville Opera announces next season, plan now for Dance Theatre of Tennessee’s Hansel and Gretel, and more.
Spring Art Hop Cheekwood’s annual Easter celebration includes egg hunts, art activities, live entertainment and more. Turn to page 93 for full details. Hunt for eggs in our listings for Easter events! The Easter Bunny gives a local girl a lollipop during Cheekwood’s Spring Art Hop.
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“ONGOING ACTIVITIES” Page 101, for additional events taking place this month. “PARENT PLANNER” Page 104, to register your child for upcoming events requiring advance registration. For area LIBRARY STORYTIMES AND EVENTS, go to nashvilleparent.com and click on “Things to Do” on the top men bar. Scroll down to “At the Libraries.”
Tue 1 Go Fish
Learn to take turns, how to lose gracefully and make new friends while playing board games. Ages 2 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; $3; 893-2141.
Tuesdays for Tots: Totally Tulips
Preschoolers and parents can view more than 100,000 blooming tulips in the garden then swing by the studio to make a tulip craft. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $14 adults, $7 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Thu 3 Super Kids
Wear your favorite superhero costume and learn about superhero qualities by creating crafts and testing your abilities. Ages 2 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; $3; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Fri 4 FREE Bird Club
Enjoy a walk while searching for spring migrants and resident birds of Tennessee. All ages.
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Thompson Lane Trailhead, 2240 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Cosmic Bounce Night
All ages can bounce on inflatables with cosmic glowin-the-dark lighting. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; $7.95; 2551422 or bounceu.com/cities/ nashville.tn.
Sat 5 FREE 10th Annual City of Franklin Arbor Day Celebration
Have fun in the trees with climbing and zip lining along with kids’ activities, food, vendor booths and more. Take home a free tree sapling. All ages. Pinkerton Park, 405 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin; 10 a.m. 2 p.m.; 550-6947 or franklintn. gov/parks.
FREE Bells Bend Outdoor Recreation Expo
Enjoy trail runs, guided hikes, hayrides, live music, fly-tying, nature photography and a wildlife rehabilitation clinic, then check out the latest in outdoor recreation gear. All ages. Bells Bend Outdoor Center, 4187 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 880-2237 or nashville.gov/parks.
Call in to Nashville’s News 2, WKRN to make a donation to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Nashville. 7 - 10 p.m.; 322-7900 or wkrn.com.
FREE Easter Egg Hunt
Bring a basket and have fun gathering eggs. Ages 2 - 10. West End United Methodist Church, 2200 West End Ave., Nashville; 10 - 11:30 a.m.; 321-8500 or westendumc.org.
Family ARTivities
Drop by the studio for an interactive, springtime-themed art project. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.
Garden Tales
Children’s entertainer Rachel Sumner brings nature-themed stories to life using music, dance and interactive reading. Ages 8 and younger. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10:30 and 11 a.m.; $14 adults, $7 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop
Ages 5 - 12 can build a birdbath/birdfeeder from the upcoming film, Rio 2 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Find a location near you at homedepot.com.
Mission Possible>GO
Run, walk, stroll or hike either a 3.2- or 2.9-mile route, win prizes, participate in an egg hunt and more. Proceeds go to help establish a permanent medical clinic in Uganda. All ages. Edwin Warner Park Shelter 9, 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville; 8 a.m.; $25; mpgo. eventbee.com.
Opry Mills Easter
Kids can meet the Easter Bunny, have their faces painted, participate in arts and crafts projects, win prizes and more. All ages. Opry Mills, 433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville; 12 - 2 p.m.; $5; 514-1000 or oprymills.com.
FREE Puppets on the Porch All ages can enjoy wild animal puppets as they teach about their habitats and daily lives. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 3 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.
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Mall Bunnies! CoolSprings Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin 771-2128 coolspringsgalleria.com Mon - Sat 10 a.m. 9 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m. Photo packages are available (no purchase necessary to visit with the Bunny).
p.m. Pet photos with the bunny take place Sunday, April 6 from 6:30 - 8 p.m.
The Mall at Green Hills 2126 Abbott Martin Road Nashville 298-5478 • shopgreenhills. com Visit the three-dimensional Bunnyville where the Easter Bunny awaits in a town featuring the Hoppin’ Fresh Bakery, Hare Salon and 24 Carrot Bank. Receive a certificate for a free 11-ounce photo mug from Snapfish with the purchase of a photo package ($22 - $44). Bunnyville hours are Mon - Sat 10 a.m. 9 p.m., Sun 12 - 6
RiverGate Mall 1000 RiverGate Pkwy. Goodlettsville 859-3458 rivergate-mall. com Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m. Carrot breaks vary throughout the day.
Opry Mills 433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville 514-1000 oprymills.com Mon - Sat 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun 11 - 7 p.m. Photo packages vary.
Stones River Mall 1720 Old Fort Pkwy. Murfreesboro 896-4486 stonesrivermall. com April 5 - 13: Mon Sat 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m. April 14 - 19: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
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Experience Spring To Its Fullest Cheekwood offers over a month full of seasonal activities amidst unparalleled views of spring’s glorious arrival, including 100,000 tulips throughout our grounds. With activities EVERY Saturday and Sunday, experience spring in all its glory!
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March 20 - April 27 Every Saturday! 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Family Studio ‘ART’ivities 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Live Music in the Herb Garden Nashville Jazz Workshop Ensemble
10:30 am & 11:00 am Garden Tales Storytime 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Live Music in the Mansion, Steinway Piano Society 12:30 pm & 1:30 pm Guided Tours
Every Sunday! 12:30 pm & 1:30 pm Guided Tours 2:00 pm Drawing Room Concerts featuring Vanderbilt’s Blair School of Music
Featured Entertainment Saturday, April 5 Nashville Puppet Truck Presents The Stonecutter Saturday, April 12 Nashville Ballet Presents Ferdinand the Bull Saturday, April 19 Spring Art Hop - Easter Egg hunts every half hour, art activities, and more! Special Event Rates Apply Saturday, April 26 Tennesee Craft Day Full details, including times of programs, listed at cheekwood.org. All Activities (except Spring Art Hop) FREE with paid admission!
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games. Ages 2 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; $3; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE La Leche League of Portland
New and expectant moms interested in breastfeeding can get information and support. Portland Public Library, 301 Portland Blvd., Portland; 10 a.m.; 323-7158.
FREE La Leche League of Rutherford County
New and expectant moms can get support and answers about breastfeeding. Crossway Baptist Church, 4194 Shelbyville Hwy., Murfreesboro; 6 - 8 p.m.; 931308-9817 or sewaneepossum@ gmail.com.
FREE Shrek the Musical Auditions Nashville Sounds mascot Ozzie has fun with local kids. The first home game of the 2014 season is on Friday, April 11 against the Omaha Storm Chasers. Ranch Rodeo
Families can bring lawn chairs to enjoy watching cowboys, cowgirls and youth participating in rodeo activities. The public can participate in activities like sack races, wheelbarrow races, horseback riding, apple bobbing, mechanical bull rides, stick pony barrel races and more. Tap Root Farm, 4104 Clovercroft Road, Franklin; 2 p.m.; $5 ages 4 and older; 594-3210 or taprootfarm.com.
FREE Shakespeare Allowed
Join in (or just listen to) a complete reading of Macbeth. All ages. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 12 3 p.m.; nashvilleshakes.org.
FREE Spring Fling
Enjoy trackless train rides, face painting, music, inflatables and visiting with the Easter Bunny. All ages. Providence Marketplace, 401 S. Mount Juliet Road, Mount Juliet; 1 - 4 p.m.; 773-2298 or shopprovidencemarketplace.com.
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All ages can spend the morning bouncing on inflatables. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 8:30 - 10 a.m.; $7.95, $6.95 siblings; 2551422 or bounceu.com/cities/ nashville.tn.
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The Nashville Library Puppet Truck presents this Asian folktale that teaches the importance of being happy with who you are and carefully making your wishes. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Sun 6 2014 NCAA Women’s Final Four
Experience women’s college basketball at the highest level. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $150 - $800; 770-2000
Join resident naturalists to learn about monarch butterflies. All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc.org.
Meet the popular monkey from the children’s book series by H.A. Ray and snap a photo. All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 2:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc. org.
Pet Photo Night with the Bunny
Bring your family’s dog or cat for a photo with Peter Cottontail. The Mall at Green Hills, 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville; 6:30 - 8 p.m.; photo packages are $22 - $44; 298-5478 or shopgreenhills.com.
Mon 7 FREE Shrek the Musical Auditions Roles are available for all ages. Bring a prepared piece (16 bars in the style of the show) for a provided accompanist or sing a cappella (no CDs) and be prepared to do a cold reading from the script. The Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury; 6 p.m.; 563-2787 or artscenterofcc.com.
Tue 8 2014 NCAA Women’s Final Four
Experience women’s college basketball at the highest level. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $150 - $800; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.
Go Fish
Learn to take turns, how to lose gracefully and make new friends while playing board
Roles are available for all ages. Bring a prepared piece (16 bars in the style of the show) for a provided accompanist or sing a cappella (no CDs) and be prepared to do a cold reading from the script. The Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury; 6 p.m.; 563-2787 or artscenterofcc.com.
Tuesdays for Tots: Beautiful Blossoms
Preschoolers and parents can visit the studio to create a Japanese-inspired blossom. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $14 adults, $7 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Wed 9 FREE FX LIVE
Participate in a competition game show event geared for moms, dads, children and grandparents. All ages. New Hope Community Church, 605 Wilson Pike, Brentwood; 6:30 8 p.m.; 373-1590, ext. 20, or newhopechurchtn.org.
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Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Phoenix Coyotes. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $33 - $400; 770-7800 or nashvillepredators.com.
Super Kids
Wear your favorite superhero costume and learn about superhero qualities by creating crafts and testing your abilities. Ages 2 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; $3; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Fri 11 Cosmic Bounce Night
All ages can bounce on inflatables with cosmic glowin-the-dark lighting. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; $7.95; 2551422 or bounceu.com/cities/ nashville.tn.
Highballs & Hydrangeas
Enjoy an evening of live music, a cash bar with high-end cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 7 - 10 p.m.; $25 in advance, $30 at the door (cash only); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
FREE La Leche League of Hermitage/Wilson County
Find breastfeeding support and resources. Donelson Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 2914 Old Lebanon Road, Nashville; 10 a.m.; 447-5182 or llleus. org/state/Tennessee.html.
FREE MAQ Attack
High school students can hang with friends and participate in activities in the Martin ArtQuest gallery along with exploring the exhibits. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 6 - 9 p.m.; free with high school ID; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org.
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Sounds Baseball
Last season at Greer Stadium! Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Omaha Storm Chasers during the season opener. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Whoopi Goldberg
Actress Whoopi Goldberg shares an evening of stories and laughs. Ages 12 and older. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $59 - $109; 687-6400.
Sat 12 14th Annual Dairy Dash
Participate in a race (5K, 10K or one mile) to benefit the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Metro Center, 331 Great Circle Road, Nashville; 7:30 a.m.; registration ranges $12 - $150; 343-5970 or puritydairies.com/dairydash.
FREE Adventures in Agriculture
Families can participate in hands-on activities and learn about the impact agriculture has on their everyday lives. Activities include petting farm animals, picking crops, gathering eggs, doing farm chores and more. This year’s theme is “Farmers Care,” which highlights the ways in which producers maintain and preserve their crops, animals and the environment. Farmers will be on hand to share their knowledge. All ages. Lane Agri-Park, 315 John R Rice Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. 2 p.m.; 896-0737.
CASA Red Shoe Party
This benefit for Court Appointed Special Advocates — volunteers appointed by a judge to speak for abused and neglected children in court — features live music, dinner and drinks (cocktail attire and red shoes). Rocketown, 601 Fourth Ave. S., Nashville; 7 - 11 p.m.; $150 individual, $250 patron; 4252383 or casanashville.org.
Kids can pet farm animals during the Adventures in Agriculture event at the Lane Agri-Park in Murfreesboro on Saturday, April 12. FREE Celebration of Spring
Families can welcome spring with relay races, bird and wildflower identification hikes, pontoon boat rides, kite flying, crafting and more. All ages. Edgar Evins State Park, 1630 Edgar Evins State Park Road, Silver Point; 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 931-858-2466 or foeesp. weebly.com.
Easter Bunny Excursion Train
All ages can ride the rails to Watertown and back while visiting with the Easter Bunny. During the stop in Watertown, kids can have fun searching for eggs. Music City Star Commuter Train Station, 2705 Lebanon Pike, Nashville; 8:30 a.m.; $21 - $75; 244-9001 or tcry.org.
FREE Easter Egg Hunt
Search for eggs, enjoy food, win prizes, play on inflatables and more. Ages 11 and younger. Family Worship Center, 3045 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10 - 11 a.m.; familywc.com.
FREE EASTerFest
Enjoy an egg hunt, games and other activities. All ages. South Inglewood Park, 1624 Rebecca Ave., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 2550468 or edgefieldbaptist.org.
FREE Fairview Easter Egg Hunt
Bring a sack or basket for gathering Easter eggs, and Peter Cottontail will be there for photos. Ages 10 and younger. Fairview Recreation Complex Football Field, 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview; 10 a.m.; 799-9331, ext. 2310, or wcparksandrec.com.
Family ARTivities
Drop by the studio for an interactive, springtime-themed art project. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.
FREE Franklin Easter Egg Hunt
Bring a sack or basket for gathering Easter eggs, and Peter Cottontail will be there for photos. Ages 10 and younger. Franklin Recreation Complex Soccer Field, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 10 a.m.; 790-5719, ext. 2010, or wcparksandrec.com.
Garden Tales
Children’s entertainer Rachel Sumner brings nature-themed stories to life using music, dance and interactive reading. Ages 8 and younger. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nash-
ville; 10:30 and 11 a.m.; $14 adults, $7 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
FREE Hearts Take Flight Pull-a-Plane Challenge
Watch as teams of 10 attempt to tug a Jetstream 41 across the tarmac. Other activities include games, a Kids’ Zone, emergency service vehicle tours, live entertainment, food vendors and more. Smyrna Airport, 248 Doug Warpoole Road, Smyrna; 10 a.m.; 248-5878 or musiccityplanepull.org.
FREE Herb Sale
The Herb Society of Nashville hosts this event featuring rare varieties of annual and perennial herbs along with planting accessories. All ages. Tennessee State Fairgrounds Sports Arena Building, 625 Smith Ave., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; herbsocietynashville.org.
FREE Heritage Days
Step back into the 18th century and see how people lived, how they made their clothes and shoes, baked on an open fire, shot their guns and more. Along the way, enjoy live music, food and hands-on activities. All ages. Bowen Plantation House, 745 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 851-2231 or goodlettsvilleparks.com. (please turn the page)
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Strong Tower Hybrid 5K
This 5K race features a course both on and off road. The chiptimed race benefits the school and the Fisher House at Alvin C. York VA Medical Center. All ages. Middle Tennessee Christian School, 100 E. MTCS Road, Murfreesboro; 7 a.m.; $35; active.com.
FREE Sumner County Bluegrass Jamboree Kids can test their skills at sumo wrestling during the Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday, April 12. Home of the Brave Half Miller
Families can participate in a half-mile run and receive prizes; kids can run with their age group in divisions starting with preschool through sixth grade. Proceeds benefit the school and military families at the Fisher House at Alvin C. York VA Medical Center. Middle Tennessee Christian School, 100 E. MTCS Road, Murfreesboro; 8 a.m.; $20; active.com.
FREE Hug-A-Tree
Learn how to survive in the woods should you become lost. The program includes a short hike on the trails to point out key safety principles. Ages 5 - 12. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
NAMI 5K and Walk
All ages can participate in this 5K and walk benefiting the National Association for Mental Illness. Vendor booths, music and prizes are also on tap. Shelby Park, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 8 a.m.; $25; namidavidson.org.
FREE Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival
All ages can celebrate a day of
Japanese culture beginning with a sakura walk and the festival at 10 a.m. featuring a musical showcase, a tea ceremony, origami, food and more. Kids can have fun participating in sumo-wrestling. Nashville Public Square, 1 Public Square, Nashville; 9 a.m.; nashvillecherryblossomfestival.org.
Visit the arts and crafts room for multi-cultural singing and crafting. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 9:30 a.m.; 862-5800 or library.nashville.org.
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Root for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Chicago Blackhawks. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $33 - $400; 770-7800 or nashvillepredators.com.
FREE Puppets on the Porch
All ages can enjoy wild animal puppets as they teach about their habitats and daily lives. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 3 p.m.; 217-3017.
FREE Second Saturday at Fiddler’s Grove
Families 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. All ages. Fiddler’s Grove, 945 East Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon;
4 - 9 p.m.; 443-2626 or fiddlersgrove.org.
Sing-a-Long
Last season at Greer Stadium! Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Omaha Storm Chasers. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
FREE Spectacular Science Show
Mr. Bond and the Science Guys present a show for kids of all ages to get them excited about science. All ages. Fannie Battle Day Home for Children, 108 Chapel Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m.; mrbondscienceguy. com/school-assemblies-andfundraising.
FREE Spring SpEGGtacular
Participate in an old-fashioned egg hunt with prizes in each
Enjoy a day of bluegrass competitions. All ages. Wemyss Auditorium at Vol State, 1480 Nashville Pike, Gallatin; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; 452-8600, ext. 2936, or volstate.edu.
Sunrise Saturday Bounce
All ages can spend the morning bouncing on inflatables. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 8:30 - 10 a.m.; $7.95, $6.95 siblings; 2551422 or bounceu.com/cities/ nashville.tn.
The Two Man Group Tour
Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, stars of Whose Line is it Anyway, use their quick wit and take suggestions from the audience to create a live version of the TV show. All ages. War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $35 - $75; 782-4040 or tpac. org.
Underwater Egg Hunt
Bring a bag or basket and gather eggs off the pool floor. Ages 2 - 9. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10:15 11:45 a.m. (registration begins at 8 a.m.); $3; 893-7439 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
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FREE Artful Tales: “Wings of a Blue Jay”
Listen and play along as an artrelated story comes to life, then head upstairs to the art studio to make an artwork that relates to the story inspired by haiku and Japanese culture. Ages 3 and older. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 1:15, 2:45 and 3:45 p.m.; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org.
FREE Deer Run Summer Camp Open House
Day and overnight campers in Grades K - 12 can tour the grounds and facilities while meeting directors and staff. Deer Run Camps & Retreats, 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station; 2 - 4 p.m.; 794-2918 or camps.deerrunretreats.org.
FREE Family Festival Day
Investigate the rich traditions of Japanese art making and culture during a celebration of the exhibit, Looking East: Western Artists and the Allure of Japan. Make a fish print, create a kimoono, paint a scroll painting and more. All ages. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 1 - 5:30 p.m.; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org.
Grassmere Sunday Picnic
Enjoy an afternoon of music while spread out on the lawn of the Grassmere Home. Bring a blanket and picnic (or purchase a picnic at the Zoofari Cafe). All ages. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 12 - 2 p.m.; free with zoo admission ($15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.
March for Babies
Sign up for a two-mile walk and raise money to benefit the March of Dimes. LP Field, 1 Titans Way, Nashville; 12:30 p.m. registration, 2 p.m. walk; marchforbabies.org.
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Sounds Baseball
Last season at Greer Stadium! Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Memphis Redbirds. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 11:05 a.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Thu 17 FREE Brentwood Easter Egg Hunt
Spring Art Hop! Saturday, April 19 Cheekwood’s gonna hop on Saturday, April 19 during its annual Spring Art Hop celebration. Kids can look for 20,000 eggs at different times throughout the day and enjoy live entertainment, a visit with the Easter Bunny, a musical petting zoo, various hands-on art activities and more. The fun takes place from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cheekwood’s located at 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville. Admission is $17 adults, $10 ages 3 - 17. Call 356-8000 or visit cheekwood.org.
Sounds Baseball
Last season at Greer Stadium! Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Omaha Storm Chasers. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 2:05 p.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
FREE Vintage Baseball
This double header includes the Highland Rim Distillers vs. Phoenix of East Nashville (12 p.m.) and Stewart’s Creek Scouts vs. Nashville Maroons (2:30 p.m.). All ages. Bicentennial Capitol Mall, 600 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville; tennesseevintagebaseball.com.
Mon 14 Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Omaha Storm Chasers. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St.,
Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Tue 15 The Big Bowl
Garner donations and bowl to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters. All ages. Lanes, Trains & Automobiles, 450 Butler Drive, Murfreesboro; 5:30 p.m.; 522-5659 or tinyurl.com/ thebigbowl.
Go Fish
Learn to take turns, how to lose gracefully and make new friends while playing board games. Ages 2 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; $3; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the
Memphis Redbirds. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Tuesdays for Tots: EGGcellent Artwork
Preschoolers and parents can create an EGGcellent art project in honor of the 22nd Annual Spring Art Hop on Saturday. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $14 adults, $7 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
WWE Smackdown
Take in a night of wrestling with stars including Sheamus, Daneil Bryan, The Shield, Kane and more. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $18.20 - $99.50; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena. com.
Wed 16 FREE La Leche League of Portland
New and expectant moms interested in breastfeeding can get information and support. Portland Public Library, 301 Portland Blvd., Portland; 6:30 p.m.; 323-7158 or facebook. com/lllofportland.
Search for prize-filled eggs, photos with the Easter Bunny, a jelly bean guessing game, face painting and more. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; activities begin at 4 p.m., egg hunt starts at 4:30 p.m.; 371-0090 or brentwoodtn.org/library.
FREE Easter Egg Hunt
Bring baskets to search for hidden eggs throughout the library. All ages. Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; starts promptly at 5 p.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.
Nashville Film Festival Running April 17 - 26, take in a variety of films including features, shorts, documentaries, animation and more. Regal Green Hills 16, 3815 Green Hills Village Drive, Nashville; times and ticket prices vary; 742-2500 or nashvillefilmfestival.org.
Nerd Night
This date night for parents features a Downton Abbey theme. Wear your best 1920s finery and participate in a contest for best dressed. Belle Meade Plantation’s Wills Visitor Center, 110 Leake Ave., Nashville; 6 p.m.; $15; 921-1912 or bellemeadeplantation.com/nerd-night.
Sounds Baseball
Last season at Greer Stadium! Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Memphis Redbirds. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.;
advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Super Kids
Wear your favorite superhero costume and learn about superhero qualities by creating crafts and testing your abilities. Ages 2 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; $3; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Fri 18 Easter Celebration
Meet the Easter Bunny, search for more than 15,000 eggs, pet farm animals and enjoy more than 70 other activities. All ages. Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $10 ages 2 and older; 274-3786 or luckyladdfarms.com.
Egg Hunt Hike
Learn about different types of bird eggs, then go on an egg hunt through the woods in search of bird nests and the eggs they may hold. Ages 4 and older. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road South, Brentwood; 1 - 3 p.m.; $10 adult/child, $7 each additional person; 370-4672 or owlshill.org.
Miley Cyrus
An evening of pop music is in store. Parental guidance suggested. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $43.85 - $94; 7702000 or bridgestonearena.com.
School’s OUT: One-Day Camp Spend Good Friday doing art projects from drawing and painting to ceramics and creating with unusual materials. Ages 5 - 12. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $63.75 members, $85 non-members; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
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Last season at Greer Stadium! Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Memphis Redbirds. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Sat 19 14th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza
Ages 10 and younger can meet the Easter Bunny and search for eggs at age-specific times: ages 0 - 3 at 10:30 a.m., ages 4 - 6 at 11 a.m. and ages 7 10 at 11:30 a.m. Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $2 ages 6 months and older; 4592341 or samdavishome.org.
Easter Bunny Excursion Train
All ages can ride the rails to Watertown and back while visiting with the Easter Bunny. During the stop in Watertown, kids can have fun searching for eggs. Music City Star Commuter Train Station, 2705 Lebanon Pike, Nashville; 8:30 a.m.; $21 - $75; 244-9001 or tcry.org.
Easter Celebration
Meet the Easter Bunny, search for more than 15,000 eggs, pet farm animals and enjoy more than 70 other activities. All ages. Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $10 ages 2 and older; 274-3786 or luckyladdfarms.com.
FREE Easter Eggstravaganza
Enjoy Easter egg hunts with prizes, playing games, live entertainment, face painters, inflatables, photos with the Easter Bunny and more. All ages. The Streets of Indian Lake, 300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; streetsofindianlake.com.
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Eggstravaganzoo
Ages 10 and younger can hunt for eggs, play games, meet the Easter Bunny and more. Check website for age-specific times for egg hunting. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12; 8331534 ext. 143 or nashvillezoo. org.
Family ARTivities
Drop by the studio for an interactive, springtime-themed art project. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.
Garden Tales
Children’s entertainer Rachel Sumner brings nature-themed stories to life using music, dance and interactive reading. Ages 8 and younger. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10:30 and 11 a.m.; $14 adults, $7 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Junior Service League of Gallatin 5K and One-Mile Fun Run
Participate in a 5K or one-mile fun run to benefit various women’s and children’s organizations in the Gallatin community. An Easter egg hunt takes place after the race. All ages. Gallatin Civic Center, 210 Albert Gallatin Avenue, Gallatin; 7 a.m.; $25 for the 5K, $20 for the fun run, $65 family package for up to five members; 944-3118 or jslgallatin.org.
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FREE Murfreesboro Easter Egg
Hunt for eggs then exchange them for prizes, play carnivalstyle games and visit the Easter Bunny. All ages. Richard Siegel Community Park, 515 Cherry Lane Drive, Murfreesboro; 1 p.m.; 907-2251 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Nashville Earth Day Festival Families can
celebrate Mother Earth through a day of live entertainment,
educational booths, recycling/ drop-off opportunities and a children’s area that includes activities like recycling games, wildlife education, nature play and more. All ages. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; nashvilleearthday.org.
FREE Nashville Easter Egg Hunt
The Nashville Film Festival hosts this day of fun that includes an egg hunt, prizes, mobile video games, live music, Disney karaoke, carnival-like entertainment and more. Walk of Fame Park, Fourth Avenue South and Demonbreun, Nashville; 1 - 10 p.m.; 742-2500 or nashvillefilmfestival.org.
FREE Puppets on the Porch
All ages can enjoy wild animal puppets as they teach about their habitats and daily lives. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 3 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
FREE Walk Through Jerusalem
Step back in time to experience the sights and sounds of Jerusalem featuring a marketplace, food tastings, crafts, live animals and a live drama of the Easter story. All ages. New Hope Community Church, 605 Wilson Pike, Brentwood; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 405-9725 or newhopechurchtn.org.
Sun 20 Happy Easter!
Tue 22 Go Fish
Learn to take turns, how to lose gracefully and make new friends while playing board games. Ages 2 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; $3; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Kids can look for eggs on the grounds of the Nashville Zoo on Saturday, April 19. FREE Storytime
Staff from the Goodlettsville Public Library presents a story reading. All ages. RiverGate Mall, 1000 Rivergate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 10:30 a.m.; rivergate-mall.com.
Tuesdays for Tots: Explore Cheekwood
Preschoolers and parents can explore the Howe Wildflower Garden for colorful inspiration before hitting the studio for a related craft. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $14 adults, $7 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
Thu 24 Hope for the Future Gala
This benefit for the Hope Clinic for Women features keynote speaker Donal Miller, a New York Times best-selling author who teaches people to write life stories of clarity, purpose and hope. Loveless Barn, 8400
Hwy. 100, Nashville; 6 p.m.; $150; 627-2795 or hopeclinicforwomen.org.
Predators Foundation Wine Festival and Tasting
Adults can sample more than 200 high-end wines, beer and spirits along with food, a silent auction with more than 200 items and a photo op with Predators mascot Gnash. Proceeds benefit the Predators Foundation which supports several local charities. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 6 - 10 p.m.; $75 in advance, $100 at the door; 770-7800 or nashvillepredators.com.
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Wear your favorite superhero costume and learn about superhero qualities by creating crafts and testing your abilities. Ages 2 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; $3; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks. (please turn the page)
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Fri 25 Cosmic Bounce Night
All ages can bounce on inflatables with cosmic glowin-the-dark lighting. BounceU, 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; $7.95; 2551422 or bounceu.com/cities/ nashville.tn.
Deer Run Homeschool Family Day Camp
ages. Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 4:30 - 6 p.m.; 371-0090 or brentwood-tn.org/library.
Whip Crackin’ Rodeo
All ages can enjoy a professional rodeo event benefiting local charities. James E. Ward Ag Center, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon; 2 - 9 p.m.; $10 adults, $8 children; 443-2839 or whipcrackinrodeo.com.
Enjoy a day of extreme games, the climbing tower, Leap of Faith, nature crafts, science scavenger hunts, creek splashin’, archery, fishing and more. All ages. Deer Run Camps & Retreats, 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $10 per person, free ages 4 and younger; 794-2918 or deerrunretreat.org/upcomingevents.
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FREE Scholastic Chess Club
Sat 26
Nashville Chess Center coach Jim Lech will teach beginning fundamentals as well as advance strategies for playing chess (boards provided). All
Enjoy games, inflatables, music and a screening of Horton Hears a Who on a large inflatable screen. All ages. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 6 - 9:30 p.m.; free with zoo admission ($15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12) or $6 after 6 p.m.; 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.
FREE 38th Annual Pioneer Days
Enjoy cloggers, old-time music and demonstrators, more than
40 crafters, hayrides, live entertainment, an antique car show and more. All ages. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.
Bark for Life
During this fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, families can bring their dogs for a one-mile walk through the park then enjoy children’s activities, dog contests, music, food and more. Gregory Mills Park, 390 Enon Springs Road, Smyrna; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $10; townofsmyrna.org.
FREE Bill Rice Ranch Open House
Tour the ranch facilities and campground, and enjoy pony rides, inflatables and hot dogs. Bill Rice Ranch, 627 Bill Rice Ranch Road, Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 893-2767 or brrdaycamp.org.
Family ARTivities
Drop by the studio for an interactive, springtime-themed art project. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.
FREE Family Farm Day
The Baby Fair Saturday, April 26
Nashville Parent’s premier event for all-things-babies — The Baby Fair — takes place Saturday, April 26 at a new location: CoolSprings Galleria. It’s THE place to be whether you are expecting or already have a bouncing bundle of joy! The Baby Fair features several demonstrations, speakers and exhibit booths including things like safety equipment, baby furniture, accessories and more. Pick up samples and register for prize giveaways, too. CoolSprings Galleria is located at 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin. Hours are 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and admissions is free. Call 256-2158, ext. 142, or visit nashvilleparent.com.
Learn about family farms in the county while guest presenters share growing principles and ideas. Agricultural kids’ activities are available as well. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 2 - 5 p.m.; 217-3017.
Garden Tales
Children’s entertainer Rachel Sumner brings nature-themed stories to life using music, dance and interactive reading. Ages 8 and younger. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10:30 and 11 a.m.; $14 adults, $7 children; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.
FREE Main Street Festival
Enjoy live music, a juried arts and crafts show, a traditional carnival and more. All ages. Downtown Square in Franklin;
10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; 591-8500 or historicfranklin.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, $6.95 siblings; 2551422 or bounceu.com/cities/ nashville.tn.
Whip Crackin’ Rodeo
All ages can enjoy a professional rodeo event benefiting local charities. James E. Ward Ag Center, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon; 9 p.m.; $10 adults, $8 children; 443-2839 or whipcrackinrodeo.com.
FREE World Tai Chi Day Learn about one of the oldest forms of exercise and natural health by taking an introductory class. All ages. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m.; 895-5040.
Sun 27 FREE Main Street Festival
Enjoy live music, a juried arts and crafts show, a traditional carnival and more. All ages. Downtown Square in Franklin; 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; 591-8500 or historicfranklin.com.
Spring Fairyland
Explore the Storywalk trail and collect natural materials from the orchards and meadows to construct a fairy house. Ages 4 and older. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 1 - 4 p.m.; $10 adult/child, $7 each additional person; 370-4672 or owlshill.org.
FREE Vintage Baseball
This double header includes the Nashville Maroons against the Highland Rim Distillers (12 p.m.) and the Oak Hill Travellers vs. Franklin Farriers (2:30 p.m.). All ages. Carnton Plantation, 1345 Eastern Flank Cir., Franklin; tennesseevintagebaseball.com.
Scouts. All ages. Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna; 12 p.m.; tennesseevintagebaseball.com.
Mon 28 FREE La Leche League of Hendersonville
Find breastfeeding support and resources. Hendersonville Public Library, 140 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville; 10:15 a.m.; 447-5182 or llleus.org/state/ Tennessee.html.
Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the New Orleans Zephyrs. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Tue 29 Go Fish
Learn to take turns, how to lose gracefully and make new friends while playing board games. Ages 2 - 5. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 9 - 9:45 a.m.; $3; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the New Orleans Zephyrs. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 11:05 a.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
Tuesdays for Tots: WILD Sculptures
Preschoolers and parents can view art made from natural objects then visit the studio to make your own “wild” creation. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $14 adults, $7 children; 1200 or cheekwood. org.
FREE Vintage Baseball Phoenix of East Nashville challenges the Stewarts Creek
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Participate in a box turtle research project during this off-trail experience in the woods. Ages 8 and older. Nickajack Wetlands (call for directions), Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; 2173017.
FREE Wilderness Awareness Workshop
Learn campground etiquette and Leave No Trace outdoor ethics. This program is required before camping in the park. Ages 6 and older. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 6 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.
Wed 30 Sounds Baseball
Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the New Orleans Zephyrs. All ages. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; advance tickets: $12 reserved, $8 general admission, game day is $3 more; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.
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Aegis Sciences Classical Series: All Mozart!
April 25 - 26; All ages Guest pianist Benedetto Lupo joins the Nashville Symphony for an evening of music. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $23 - $143; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Aegis Sciences Classical Series: Beethoven’s First Piano Concerto April 18 - 19; All ages Pianist Jeremy Denk joins the Nashville Symphony for a night of music. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $23 $143; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
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April 3 - 5; All ages The four performers who originated the roles in Jersey Boys on Broadway join the Nashville Symphony for an evening of music featuring classics by The Four Seasons, The Beach Boys, Motown and more. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $44 - $138; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
B.B. King
Monday, April 7; All ages Blues legend B.B. King with special guest the Robert Cray Band perform an evening of music. Concert is presented without orchestra. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $49 - $119; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Bruce Springsteen Thursday, April 17; All ages Enjoy an evening of rock music with “The Boss” and the E Street Band. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $43.30 - $122.50; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena. com.
Coffee & Classics: Mozart Masterpieces
Friday, April 25; All ages Enjoy free pastries and coffee before the concert featuring the Nashville Symphony performing two Mozart works. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; $28 - $50; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Country Music Marathon Post-Race Concert Saturday, April 26; All ages Television actors Charles Esten and Clare Bowen from ABC’s hit show, Nashville, take the stage for an evening of music. Chase Rice opens the show. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $35; 7702000 or bridgestonearena.com.
Distant Worlds: Music from FINAL FANTASY Thursday, April 10; All ages Conductor Arnie Roth and
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guest vocalist Kim Keyes join the Nashville Symphony for an evening of music celebrating 25 years of the FINAL FANTASY video game. Video projections will occur above the stage. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $39 - $89; 6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
FREE Kid’s Hour
Wednesday, April 2; Ages 10 and younger Mare Wakefield performs music in the Community Room. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 550-5660.
Pied Piper Series: The Firebird Saturday, April 5
An outing to the Schermerhorn Symphony Center to experience the Nashville Symphony is fun on any occasion, but The Ann & Monroe Jr. Carell Family Trust Pied Piper Series that’s especially designed for children is a particularly good time. On Saturday, April 5, the symphony presents the Russian folk tale, The Firebird. Joining the symphony on stage is the Enchantment Theatre Company using puppets, masks and magic to further tell the story. Be sure to arrive an hour before the show so the kids can enjoy an array of hands-on activities like a musical petting zoo, games, story readings, crafts and more. The concert is at 11 a.m. Tickets are $14 - $23. Call 687-6400 or visit nashvillesymphony.org.
FREE Kid’s Hour
Wednesday, April 9; Ages 10 and younger Dennis Scott performs music for children. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 550-5660 or dennisscott.net.
FREE Kid’s Hour
Wednesday, April 16; Ages 10 and younger Local children’s entertainer Ginger Sands performs an interactive music program for kids. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 550-5660 or gingersands.com.
FREE Kid’s Hour
Wednesday, April 23; Ages 10 and older Mare Wakefield performs music for kids. Whole Foods, 1566
W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 550-5660.
FREE Kid’s Hour
Wednesday, April 30; Ages 10 and younger Music and movement fun for kids with family entertainer Rachel Sumner this morning in the Community Room. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 5505660 or rachelsumner.com.
The Magic of Elgar
Thursday, April 24; All ages The Murfreesboro Symphony Orchestra performs the “Elgar Cello Concerto.” First United Methodist Church, 265 W. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; 7:30 p.m.; $10 - $40; 898-1862 or murfreesborosymphony.com.
Melissa Etheridge Tuesday, April 15; All ages Enjoy a night of folk-rock music with Grammy Award-winning Melissa Etheridge. Concert presented without orchestra. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $34 - $99; 6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.
Rites of Spring Music Fetival April 11 - 12; All ages Take in two nights of music by 14 different bands. Vanderbilt University Alumni Lawn, 2301 Vanderbilt Place, Nashville; 5 p.m.; $50 for the weekend in advance, $60 after April 7; 322-2471 or vanderbilt.edu/ ros.
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Centre Theatre, 136 Frierson St., Brentwood; Thu - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $20 adults, $16 students; 221-1174 or townecentretheatre.com.
Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Sun 1 and 6:30 p.m.; $40 - $170; 782-4040 or tpac.org.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Sunday, April 6; All ages Brentwood Public Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.; 371-0090, ext. 8290.
Through Saturday, April 12; Ages 8 and older The Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike, Nashville; Thu - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $22 - $27 adults, $13 - $18 children; thelarrykeetontheatre.org.
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FREE Stained Glass Concert Sunday, April 13; All ages The FPC Sanctuary Choir and Nashville Symphony Orchestra present Bach’s The Passion According to St. John. First Presbyterian Church, 4815 Franklin Road, Brentwood; 4 p.m.; 2989517 or fpcnashville.org.
FREE Tour de Fun Saturday, April 12; All ages This bike-centric music festival features more than 30 local bands and artists, local vendors, food trucks and more. Various venues in East Nashville; 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; tourdefun.net.
Vince Gill and Friends
Tuesday, April 1; All ages Country music star Vince Gill performs and brings surprise guests during a benefit concert for the Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $32.50 - $46.50; 800-745-3000 or ryman.com.
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Through Saturday, April 5; Ages 10 and older Pull-Tight Theatre, 112 Second Ave. S., Franklin; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $16
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April 24 - 27; Ages 8 and older Franklin Road Academy, 4700 Franklin Pike, Nashville; Thu - Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 and 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $12 adults, $8 students; 513-9972 or fratickets@franklinroadacademy. com.
Aladdin
Through Saturday, April 12; All ages Encore Theatre Company, 6978 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet; Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 ages 12 and younger; 598-8950 or encoretheatre-company.org.
The Boys Next Door
April 4 - 19; Ages 10 and older Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $13 adults, $11 students; 563-2787 or artscenterofcc.com.
Chaps
Through Sunday, April 27; Ages 10 and older Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Thu - Sat 6 - 7:30 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. show, Sun 12 - 1:30 p.m. lunch, 2 p.m. show; $60 adults, $40 ages 13 - 18, $30
Through Saturday, April 12; 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.; $47.50 - $55; 782-4040 or tennesseerep.org.
The Complete Works of Shakespeare (abridged)
April 10 - 13; Ages 8 and older Nashville Shakespeare Festival at Belmont’s Troutt Theater, 2100 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; Thu - Fri 7:30 p.m., Sat 2:30 and 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $24 in advance/$27 at the door adults, $12 in advance/$15 at the door students; nashvilleshakes.org.
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April 10 - May 11; All ages Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville; opening night Thursday, April 10 is at 6:30 p.m., remaining shows are Sat - Sun 2 p.m.; opening night tickets are $14 adults, $7 children, remaining shows are $20 adults, $14 ages 2 - 17; 252-4675 or nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.
The Miracle Worker
Through Sunday, April 13; Ages 8 and older Springhouse Theatre Company, 14119 Old Nashville Hwy., Smyrna; Fri Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 3:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 students, $8 ages 12 and younger; 8528499 or springhousetheatre. com.
Otello
April 11, 13 and 15; Ages 10 and older Nashville Opera at TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Fri 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m., Tue 7 p.m.; $26 - $102.50; 782-4040 or nashvilleopera.org.
Violet
April 11 - 27; Ages 10 and older Hendersonville Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Main St., Ste. 204, Hendersonville; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m. (no show on Easter); $15 adults, $10 students; 826-6037 or hpactn.com.
April 25 - May 4; Ages 12 and older St. Theatre Company, 1933 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville; Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Sun 5 p.m.; $22 adults, $20 students; 554-7414 or streettheatrecompany.org.
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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 $7.95 ($6.95 siblings); cosmic glow-in-the-dark bounces are Mon 3 - 6 p.m. and Fri 6:30 p.m. Cost is $8 ($7 siblings).
Centennial Sportsplex Public skate sessions, classes, aquatics and more at 222 25th Ave. N., Nashville; times and prices vary; 862-8480 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.
Gymboree Play & Music
A variety of classes for ages birth - 5 years include playtime, music, art, fitness and more at 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 180, Nashville; 221-9004 or gymboreeclasses.com.
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Visit nashville.gov/Parks-andRecreation/Community-Centersand-Recreation for a list of recreational activities and arts classes.
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.
FREE Radnor Lake Natural Area
Nature programs at 1160 Otter Creek Road, Nashville. See complete schedule at radnorlake.org or call 3733467.
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; 8938386 or bounceu.com. Call for open bounce and preschool play date times.
Discovery Center at Murfree Spring
502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc. org; Ongoing programs: • Animal Antics Every Wednesday at 4:15 p.m. All ages. Meet one of the center’s resident animals • Crafternoons Every
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Thursday at 3:30 p.m. All ages. Participate in an arts and crafts activity • Nature Nuts Every Thursday at 4 p.m. All ages. Enjoy nature activities • Parents and Tots Mon Wed for ages 3 - 5; 9 a.m. • Science a la Carte Every Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. All ages. Conduct science experiments with the staff • Shake, Rattle & Roll Every Friday at 3:30 p.m. All ages. Explore percussion instruments • Snack Attack Every Monday at 3:30 p.m. All ages. Make treats in the kitchen • Wetland Walk Every Friday at 4 p.m. All ages. Tour the Murfree Spring wetland with a naturalist.
Jumper’s Playhouse
Inflatable fun at 6600 New Nashville Hwy., Smyrna; 2207575 or jumpersplayhouse. com. Call for open bounce and toddler storytime information.
Patterson Park Community Center
521 Mercury Blvd. Murfreesboro; 893-7439. Ongoing programs: • A, B, C, 1, 2, 3 ... Let’s Go: Ages 2 - 5 can learn letters and numbers every Tue and Thu; 10 - 10:45 a.m.; $3 • Busy Bees: Ages 3 - 5 can learn to follow directions, improve coordination and practice good sportsmanship every Tue and Thu; 10:45 11:15 a.m.; $3 • Homeschool P.E.: Ages 5 - 15 can participate in physical activities Tue and Thu; 1 - 2 p.m.; $3; call to register • Homeschool Swim Technique Training: Ages 5 - 18 can learn swimming techniques every Tue and Thu; 1 - 2 p.m.; $3 • Terrific Twos: Ages 24 - 36 months with a parent can enjoy songs, finger plays, art projects and more every Wednesday; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $3
Sports*Com
2310 Memorial Blvd. Murfreesboro; 895-5040.
Ongoing programs: • Toddler Time with Thomas: Ages 5 and younger can participate in activities that develop cognitive skills every Friday; 10 a.m.; $3 • Tumbleweeds: Ages 3 - 5 can learn basic tumbling skills Mon and Wed; 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.; $3; call to register • Water Polo: Ages 13 and older can play every Tuesday; 7 - 8:45 p.m.; $3 adults, $2 youth • Youth Volleyball: Ages 9 15 can learn volleyball skills every Thursday; 4:30 - 6 p.m.; $3
sumner county
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 8248002 or visit my-gym.com/ hendersonville.
williamson county A-Game Sports Complex
Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 300 Indian Lakes Blvd., Hendersonville; 2640183 or bn.com.
Open skate lessons, laser chase, special events, fitness classes and sports for kids with two ice rinks, 12 volleyball courts, six basketball courts and outdoor fields. Located at 215 Gothic Court, Franklin, call 771-2444 or visit goagame. com.
FREE Delmas Long Community Center
FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime
FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime
Tot time for ages 5 and younger features social activities and gym play every Thursday from 10 - 11 a.m. at 200 Memorial Drive, Goodlettsville; 851-2255 or goodlettsvilleparks.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.
Hoppity Hop Inflatable Play Center Kids can bounce on inflatable structures at 143 New Shackle Island Road, Ste. 6-9, Hendersonville; call or check website for open play times; $6 ages 1 - 3, $8 ages 4 and older; 265-8020 or hoppityhopinflatableplaycenter. com.
Laser Adventure
Laser tag, aeroball and a rock-climbing wall at 511
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; 931-486-0113.
FREE Family Trivia Night
FREE Franklin School of Rock
Kids of all ages can take a free 30-minute trial lesson in guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, fiddle or vocals. Located at 616 Bradley Court in Franklin, call 221-9700 to schedule a time. Visit franklinschoolofrock.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; open play is Tue - Wed 1 - 3 p.m., Thu 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; $12 per child (adults are free); 3704386 or glowgalaxy.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. ($9), Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. ($10), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. ($10); 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/Wed/Fri 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thu 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $8 ages 1 - 8; 942-7911 or themonkeystreehouse.com.
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.
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Open jump times are Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. for preschoolers, Thu 5 - 8 p.m. and Fri 1 - 4 p.m. ages 12 and younger, and all school holidays 1 - 4 p.m. ages 12 and younger. Pump It Up, 7104 Crossroads Blvd., Ste. 128, Brentwood; $8 per child; 3737867. (please turn the page)
The “I Spy Downtown Franklin” scavenger hunt takes place at Franklin’s Public Square by appointment; $11; 400-3808 or franklinonfoot.com.
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.
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Parent Planner Beaman Park Nature Center 5911 Old Hickory Blvd., Ashland City 862-8580 • nashville.gov/parks
• Canoe or Kayak the Harpeth River Saturday, April 26. Ages 10 and older. Enjoy a float down the river in a scenic environment. 1 - 5 p.m. $25. Register at 429-3549 or neel.deshpande@nashville.gov • FREE Flowering Trees of Spring Friday, April 4. All ages. Learn about the park’s flowering trees like serviceberry, redbud, dogwood, azaleas, elms and more. 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. • FREE History Time Saturday, April 26. All ages. Learn about notorious Civil War prisons. 1 - 2 p.m.
Bells Bend Outdoor Center 4187 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville 862-4187 • nashville.gov/parks
• FREE Night Hike Tuesday, April 15. All ages. Walk in silence while being aware of living things around us. 6:30 - 8 p.m.
BounceU 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville 255-1422 • bounceu.com/nashville
• Bunny Bounce Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19. All ages. Bounce, decorate Easter bags, hunt eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny. Fri 3 - 6 p.m., Sat 9 - 11 a.m. $9.50 ($8.50 siblings) • Parents’ Night Out April 4 and 25. Ages 3 - 12. Have a special night to yourself while your kids bounce on inflatables. 6 - 9 p.m. $18 ($15 siblings) • PreK & Play Every Thursday. Ages 3 - 6. You can run errands while the kids bounce away. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $16 ($10 siblings) • Preschool Playdate Bunny Bounce Friday, April 18. Ages 3 - 6. Bounce, decorate Easter bags, hunt eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. $9.50 ($8.50 siblings)
Brentwood Public Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood 371-0090, ext. 8290
• FREE After School Explorers Every Tuesday. Grades K - 2. Explore the world through books, games, activities and crafts. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. • FREE Brentwood Bunch Book Club Every third Friday of the month. Grades 3 - 5. Read and discuss books from the Tennessee Volunteer State Book Awards list. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. • FREE Lego Mania Every first Friday of the month (ages 6 - 7) and every second Friday of the month (ages 8 - 12). Build with Lego blocks using themes from the non-fiction collection. 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Cane Ridge High School 12848 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch ncaa.com/womensfinalfour
• FREE NCAA Youth Clinic Saturday, April 5. Boys and girls in Grades 3 - 8. Receive basketball instruction from NCAA coaches and student athletes. 8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
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Delmas Long Community Center 200 Memorial Drive, Goodlettsville 851-2231 • goodlettsvilleparks.com
• Easter Bunny Brunch Friday, April 18. Registration deadline is Friday, April 11. Spend Good Friday eating with the bunny and searching for hidden eggs. 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. $10
Downtown Nashville Sixth Avenue South and Demonbreun ncaa.com/womensfinalfour
• 4Kay Run Saturday, April 5. All ages. In conjunction with the NCAA Women’s Final Four, this 4K run/walk benefits cancer research through the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. 8 a.m. $20 in advance, $25 race day • FREE The Broadway Bounce Saturday, April 5. Ages 18 and younger. In conjunction with the NCAA Women’s Final Four, this event allows kids to dribble basketballs from the starting point up to Tourney Town. Participants will receive a T-shirt and basketball. Arrive early for entertainment and activities. 1 p.m.
Dyer Observatory 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood dyer.vanderbilt.edu
• Open House Day Tuesday, April 1. All ages. Tour the facility when astronomers are available for questions. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $6.27 • Telescope Night Friday, April 11. All ages. View the night sky through the telescopes, tour the facility and talk to astronomers. 8 - 10 p.m. $6.27
Embassy Suites 820 Crescent Centre Drive, Franklin childrenshospital.vanderbilt.edu/friendsandfashion • Friends and Fashion Monday, April 14. Adults. This fundraiser for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt features shopping, an auction, lunch and a fashion show. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. $125 • Sundae With Friends Sunday, April 13. Girls ages 5 and older. This fundraiser for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt features a behindthe-scenes glimpse of a runway show (featuring kid-friendly styles), a walk down the runway, a sundae bar and more. 3 - 5 p.m. $40
Fairview Recreation Complex 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview 799-9331, ext. 2310 wcparksandrec.com
• Family Night with the Easter Bunny Friday, April 4. All ages. Play carnival games for prizes, enjoy a Sonic dinner, take photos with the Easter Bunny and watch a screening of Hop. 6:30 - 9 p.m. $6
Franklin Recreation Complex 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin 790-5719, ext. 2010 wcparksandrec.com
• American Sign Language Sunday, April 13. Ages 6 months and older. Learn the basics of American Sign Language. 2 - 3 p.m. $20
• Brain Builders: Legos, Legos, Legos Tuesdays, April 8 - 29. Ages 6 - 10. Build, design and create using Lego Education materials while developing an understanding of science, engineering and math concepts. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. $50 • Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Saturday, April 5. Ages 10 and younger (parents must attend). Enjoy tea and snacks then visit with the Easter Bunny. 9 - 11 a.m. $6 • Plyomaniacs Wednesdays, April 2 - 30. Ages 10 and older. This fitness program helps participants jump higher and move quicker. 4 - 5 p.m. $10 per class • Sticky Fingers Preschool Club Mondays, April 7 28. Ages 3 - 6. Choose from a variety of materials to create art projects. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $24
Gateway Island 1875 W. College St., Murfreesboro 893-2141 murfreesborotn.gov/parks
• Luau on the Island Thursday, April 3. Ages 8 - 12. Learn about the Hawaiian culture through dancing the hula, playing a ukulele, making a lei, playing games and more. 1 - 2:30 p.m. $10
Gymboree Play & Music 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 180 Nashville 221-9004 • gymboreeclasses.com
• FREE Art Open House Every Thursday in April. Ages 24 month - 5 years. Your child can unleash his creative talent by painting, sculpting, collaging and building. 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. ages 24 - 36 month with a parent. 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ages 3 - 5 (drop-off class). Socks required
Longview Recreation Center 2909 Commonwealth Drive Spring Hill 302-0971, ext. 2210 wcparksandrec.com
• Bunny Hop Family Night Saturday, April 12. All ages. Enjoy a pizza dinner, games, dancing to a DJ with the Easter Bunny and more. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $6 • Deb’z Doodlez Thursdays, April 10 - 24. All ages. Create art using a variety of methods including markers, colored pencils, pastels and watercolors. 6 7:30 p.m. $30 • Judo Karate Mondays, April 7 - 28. Ages 8 and older. This martial arts class combines judo and karate into an exercise program that builds confidence and self-esteem. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. $40 • Little Fingers Tuesdays, April 1 - 29. Ages 2 - 4 with a parent. Create season-themed art projects. 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. $30 • Manga Drawing April 8 and 10 and April 22 and 24. Ages 8 and older. This intermediate class teaches the fundamentals of cartoon drawing from body proportion, facial expression and clothing in the big-eyed style of Japanese cartooning. 4:15 - 5:45 p.m. $25 • Polynesian Dancing Wednesdays, April 2 - 23. All ages. Learn to dance like the island natives of Hawaii, Samoa, New Zealand and Tahiti. Beginners 5:15 - 6 p.m., intermediates 6 - 7 p.m. $25 ($20 each additional family member plus a $5 supply fee)
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• Sticky Fingers Preschool Club Tuesdays, April 1 - 29 or Wednesdays April 2 - 30. Ages 3 - 6. Enjoy a variety of crafting experiences to enhance fine motor and development skills. Tuesdays 9 - 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $30
LP Field (Kids Rock) 1 Titans Way, Nashville runkidsrock.com
• Kids Rock Marathon Sunday, April 27. Grades K - 7. YMCA of Middle Tennessee presents this kids’ marathon in conjunction with the Country Music Marathon. Students can complete 25.2 miles prior to the event day. Kids in kindergarten will run a half mile on event day; those in Grades 1 - 7 will run their final mile. 2 p.m. $30
Mansker’s Station Visitor’s Center 705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville 851-2231 • goodlettsvilleparks.com
• Tea Time: Cake Decorating Saturday, April 26. Registration deadline is Friday, April 18. Ages 2 - 12. Decorate a seven-inch cake while sipping tea and enjoying snacks. 10 - 11:30 a.m. ages 2 - 6, 12:30 - 2 p.m. ages 7 - 12. $15
McGavock High School 3150 McGavock Pike, Nashville ncaa.com/womensfinalfour
• FREE NCAA Youth Clinic Saturday, April 5. Boys and girls in Grades 3 - 8. Receive basketball instruction from NCAA coaches and student athletes. 8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Moss-Wright Park 745 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville 851-2231 • goodlettsvilleparks.com
• Under the Stars Family Cookout Friday, May 2. All ages. Roast hot dogs over an open fire, eat s’mores, play kickball, then watch a family-friendly movie outside. 6:30 - 10 p.m. $20 per family of five from April 1 - 18, $25 from April 19 - 25
Nashville Children’s Theatre 25 Middleton St., Nashville 252-4675 nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
• Grand Day Sunday, April 13. All ages. Start the afternoon with a production of Lyle the Crocodile, then enjoy carnival games, a petting zoo, rides, food, face painting and more. 2 p.m. $40
Nashville Zoo 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville 833-1534 • nashvillezoo.org
• Bunny Breakfast Saturday, April 19. All ages. Munch on breakfast fare like waffles, fresh fruit, grilled sausage, bacon Parmesan quiche and more, then visit with the Easter Bunny and take photos. 8, 8:30, 9 and 9:30 a.m. Members: $16 adults, $12 ages 2 - 12; Non-members: $33 adults, $25 ages 2 - 12 (includes zoo admission)
• Bunny Lunch Saturday, April 19. All ages. Dine on eats including mac and cheese, chicken tenders, grilled hamburgers, seasonal fruit and more, then pose for photos with the Easter Bunny. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12 • Home School Days April 16 - 17. Registration deadline is Friday, April 11. Ages 5 - 13. Learn about a variety of babies in the animal kingdom while comparing and contrasting how they grow. 10 - 11 a.m. ages 5 - 6, 12 - 1:30 p.m. ages 7 - 9, 2 - 3:30 p.m. ages 10 - 13. $6 members, $13 non-members • Zoo Tots Six-week series beginning April 9, 10 or 12. Ages 18 months - 5 years with a parent. Participate in crafts, meet animal friends and visit zoo exhibits. Choose from 9 - 10 a.m., 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $75 members, $100 non-members (price covers cost of parent to attend class, not zoo admission)
Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood 370-4672 • owlshill.org
• Knee-High Naturalist: Who Needs the Rain? April 7 and 8. Ages 3 - 5 with a parent. Learn why rain is important through hands-on activities, exploration and an educational story. 10 - 11:30 a.m. $10 per adult/child pair, $7 each additional person • Spring Photo Walk Saturday, April 12. Ages 16 and older. Hike the trails and learn techniques for photographing nature (bring any kind of camera). 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. $7 adults, $5 students
Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro 893-2141 murfreesborotn.gov/parks
• A, B, C, 1, 2, 3 ... Let’s Go! Every Tuesday and Thursday. Ages 2 - 5. Enjoy songs, crafts, games, stories and more. 10 - 10:45 a.m. $3
St. Luke’s Community House 5601 New York Ave., Nashville jlnashville.org/KIK
• FREE Kids in the Kitchen Saturday, April 5. All ages. Children can participate in activities where they learn how to make healthy snacks, do fun exercises and discover the importance of oral hygiene and drinking enough water. 9 a.m.
Sports*Com 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro 895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov/parks
• Princess Training Class Saturday, April 12. Ages 3 - 6. Learn the basics of being a true, strong princess. 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. $3
Warner Park Nature Center 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville 352-6299 • nashville.gov/parks
• FREE Spring Bird Banding Day Wednesday, April 23. All ages. Learn about bird migration routes, check out the bird collection and participate in other activi-
ties that celebrate feathered friends. 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • FREE Spring Saturdays: Growing in the Garden Saturday, April 26. All ages. Explore the garden through a scavenger hunt, crafts, books and more while learning about growing and maintaining a garden naturally. 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. • FREE Spring Saturdays: Nests and Eggs Saturday, April 19. All ages. Discover different egg types, nesting locations and parenting styles of birds, amphibians and reptiles. 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. • FREE Spring Saturdays: Sunshine, On My Shoulders Saturday, April 12. All ages. Learn about the sun by observing it through a solar scope, making a solar cooker and following solar energy through the food webs of the park. 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. • FREE Warner Park Wildflowers Saturday, April 5. All ages. Get familiar with the park’s early bloomers by playing “Wildflower Bingo” along with other activities. 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Wilderness Station 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro 217-3017 mufreesborotn.gov/parks
• Spring Break Fun Day Tuesday, April 1. Ages 6 10. Experience live animals, go on nature walks, games and crafts. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. $5 • Tales and Trails Every Wednesday. Ages 4 - 7 with a parent. Enjoy stories about Tennessee wildlife while hiking the trails. 10:30 a.m. $3 • Wild Things Every Wednesday. Ages 1 - 4 with a parent. An introduction to the wonders of nature through songs, hikes, crafts and more. 9:30 a.m. $3
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ashville Opera recently announced its 2014 - 2015 season which includes the return of a Gilbert and Sullivan favorite. The company is also creating three new productions, including two Tennessee premieres. “We look forward to presenting Nashville audiences with this ambitious and diverse season of opera,â€? says John Hoomes, general and artistic director. “ These works include some of the most exemplary representations from a wide-range of operas in the canon, including a touching music drama from a pop music icon,â€? he adds. Next season is as follows: La BohĂŠme (by Puccini) Oct. 9 and 11, 2014 Romulus Hunt (by Carly Simon) Dec 5 - 7, 2014 Florencia en el Amazonas (by CatĂĄn) Jan. 23, 25 and 27, 2015
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Plan ahead! Dance Theatre of Tennessee presents Hansel and Gretel, May 3 - 4.
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Studio Tenn’s season finale production, LES MISÉRABLES, takes place on the Schermerhorn Symphony Center stage (the company is providing its own orchestra) for two performances only on Saturday, May 3 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets ($49 - $109) are going fast. Get ‘em while you can at 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org ... Take your kids for some art inspiration at the Brownlee O. Curry Jr. Gallery on the campus of Watkins College or Art, Design & Film. The BFA THESIS EXHIBITION runs through Sunday, April 6 and features works by 13 graduating students. Located at 2298 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., gallery hours are Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun 2 - 4 p.m. Admission is free. Call 383-4848 or visit watkins.edu ... Get ready for some creepy, crawly fun this summer when DAVID ROGERS’ BIG BUGS invades the grounds at Cheekwood. From May 24 - August 31, kids can have fun looking at 11 giant insect sculptures, including three giant ants, a gigantic daddy longlegs and an enormous praying mantis. Learn more at cheekwood.org.
Plan now for Hansel and Gretel Mark your calendar for May 3 - 4 when Dance Theatre of Tennessee presents its premiere of Hansel and Gretel. The ballet takes place at the Father Ryan High School auditorium, 700 Norwood Drive, Nashville. Show times are Sat 2 and 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 and $25, available at ticketsnashville.com. Learn more about Dance Theatre of Tennessee at 391-5500 or dancetheatretn.org.
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PRINT AD ONLY Ad Size 1 mo. $ Single 85 $ Double 135
April 18 for the May 2014 issue. Online Marketplace ads can be placed at any time.
Music and Movement Classes for Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers... and the Grownups Who Love Them™ www.inharmonymusicmidtn.com or 615-390-3207 for more information Free Demonstration Classes Available Music Together® Center located in Renee’s Groove Room 3668-A Central Pike, Hermitage, Tennessee 37076
CHRISTINA WETZLER
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In Home Daycare
OUTDOOR PLAY • MUSIC & ART • FUN
6 Weeks - 5 Years Mon-Fri:7am-6pm Meals and Snacks Included
Rates are per month
at Moores Lane & Gen. George Patton
FULL COLOR - $25 per mo. additional
615-957-5183
FLUTE LESSONS with a CARING AND EXPERIENCED FLUTE TEACHER - Any age, beginner through advanced levels - Any age, beginner through advanced levels - Recorder lessons for young learners Recorder lessons for young learners and West Nashville areas --Immediate openings for Hendersonville Immediate openings for Hendersonville and West Nashville areas --Recital opportunities Recital opportunities --Share a passion for music, master the flute, enjoy! - Share a passion for music, master the flute, enjoy!
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MAIL Materials To: Kristy Ripmaster Day Communications 2270 Rosa L. Parks Blvd. Nashville, TN 37228
20 years of music industry experience!
EMAIL: kristy@daycommail.com
Age 5 through teens
CALL: (615) 256-2158 ext. 136
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6. This publication reserves the right to refuse any ad at any time. 7. Marketplace ads that offer products or services competing with display ads in the main body of the magazine are not accepted, and may be rejected by the publisher.
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Serenity Salt Cave
Wednesday April 9th 6:30PM-8:00PM (doors at 6:15) NEW HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 605 WILSON PIKE BRENTWOOD, TN 37027 This event is for the whole family. Think of a mix between”blue-man group” and “double dare”. Families compete against other families to win points for their team all while having fun and learning truths about God.
Admission Fee: None Registration: Is appreciated but not required Cost: Free for all who attend
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The St. Baldrick’s Foundation’s Bald in the Boro event at Lanes, Trains and Automobiles helped raise more than $46,000 for childhood cancer research.
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