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events THIS MONTH’S FEATURES: Mondays and Thursdays – A Tribute to the KING: 1953-1977 Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. On Mondays and Thursdays this high-energy, live musical biography starring John Beardsley features all six eras of the King’s career, including over 30 songs and five costume changes, and has thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to Russia. The legend lives on in Nashville’s first and only continuously running show paying tribute to the King in Music City, where he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer. Audiences continue to give standing ovations at every show. A must-see show while in Nashville. To order tickets, which is recommended, call (615) 758-0098. Seating at 6:30 pm. Showtime is 7 pm. Box office opens at 10 am, day of show. Plenty of free parking! thenashvilleking.com

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays – Grand Ole Opry Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday in August. Plus, catch a show on Wednesday nights beginning June 17 through August 12. Since 1925, country’s best have mesmerized audiences at the Opry, the show that made country music famous. While performances from both legendary entertainers and the latest country music acts are the norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Alison Krauss, Patty Loveless, Chris Young, Pam Tillis, Mel Tillis, Craig Morgan, Terri Clark, Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers, Josh Turner, Dustin Lynch, David Nail, Marty Stuart, Oak Ridge Boys, Lauren Alaina (pictured), Tracy Lawrence, Sam Palladio from ABC’s Nashville, and more! For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

August 1 – Fairgrounds Speedway Fairgrounds Speedway, 625 Smith Avenue. Come out and join us! Admission: $10; $8 seniors, kids 12 and under; $5 military. The pit ticket gate opens at 9:30 am, first practice at 12 noon, the grandstand officially opens at 3 pm, the green flag racing slated for 4 pm. fairgroundsspeedwaynashville.com

August 1 – Downtown Art Crawl Fifth Avenue of the Arts, Historic Arcade, Eighth Avenue, Broadway. Presenting local and world-renowned artists and artwork, various galleries offer rare opportunities to view diverse exhibitions featuring every genre of art. The festive atmosphere and participating venues welcome you to experience downtown Nashville as a center for art. 6–9 pm. nashvilledowntown.com/play

August 1 – Nashville Rollergirls Nashville Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Avenue North. Doubleheader vs. Demolition City Roller Derby. nashvilleauditorium.com

August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 – Big Band Dances Centennial Park Event Shelter. Spend your Saturday nights dancing and listening to live big band music played by some of Nashville’s finest musicians. There are two free group dance lessons held 7–7:30 pm and again 8:30–8:50 pm. One savory and one sweet food truck will be on-site. August 1: Tango; August 8: Rumba; August 15: Foxtrot; August 22: Waltz; August 29: Swing. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket. nashville.gov

August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – Sundays LIVE! at The Hermitage 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Home of President Andrew Jackson. Sample the tastes and smells of authentic 19th-century drinking chocolate and learn the history of our favorite sweet on August 2; Meet the carriage horses on August 9; Woodworking expert Bill Maddox demonstrates crafting 19th-century household furnishings on the frontier on August 16; Celebrate the Jackson and Donelson family’s Celtic heritage with members of Middle Tennessee Highland Games on August 23; Explore the Native American heritage of Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Creek cultures on August 30. thehermitage.com 3

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August 5-9, 15-22, 31 – Nashville Sounds Home Games First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson Street. Take the family out to the ballgame at the new minorleague ballpark in Sulphur Dell, north of downtown. This month the Sounds play Memphis, El Paso, Albuquerque, and Round Rock. Parking: $5, free shuttle, at Metro Courthouse Garage, 101 James Robertson Parkway. nashvillesounds.com

August 6, 13, 20, 27 – Concert Cruise-In The Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel, 4225 Whites Creek Pike. Classic cars from the 30’s all the way up to modern muscle cars will fill the 25-acre show field from 5:30–8:30 pm. Enjoy great music, grilled burgers and dogs, beer garden, plus raffles. Free entry. fontanelmansion.com

August 7, 8 – Tomato Art Fest 5 Points East Nashville, 1024 Woodland Street. Celebrate the beloved fruit/vegetable at this costume-friendly, family event! Put on your most stunning (or outlandish) tomato ensemble and astound the judges, plus hold the honor of leading the parade on Saturday morning! Fun, imagination, play, music, food trucks, live art, games and contests galore happen Friday evening 6–11 pm, Saturday 9 am–10 pm. tomatoartfest.com

August 8 – Second Saturday Laser Shows at Sudekem Planetarium Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. After-hours showings of stunning planetarium and special laser music shows, with millions of stars and digital visual effects. See a single show or all three! Join us for a Pink Floyd evening: The Other Side of Pink Floyd at 8:30 pm; Dark Side of the Moon at 9:30 pm; The Wall at 10:30 pm. sudekumplanetarium.com

August 9 – Nashville Zoo’s Sunday Funday 3777 Nolensville Road. Festival Field will be bustling with activities including inflatables, face painters, games, and crafts at the Zoo’s perfect afternoon outing for the whole family. Meet our special guest, Curious George! nashvillezoo.org

August 11 – Paint Along Opera Noah Liff Opera Center, 3622 Redmon Street. Learn about the visual elements of opera while you paint a scene inspired by Puccini’s Turandot. A $45 ticket includes supplies, refreshments, and instruction. All skill levels welcome. nashvilleopera.org

events August 15 – Shark Week Celebration Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. Ready to sink your teeth into a day of ocean-themed science? Get up close and personal with touch tanks, learn about shark adaptations, go on a shark scavenger hunt, play Shark Mythbusters, and more! adventuresci.com

August 16 – Jazz on the Cumberland Cumberland Park Amphitheater, 592 South First Street. Enjoy great live music as the Nashville sunset lights up the Cumberland River. Fun for the entire family, with a kid’s play zone, including a climbing wall, playground, and water slides. Local food trucks onsite. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free, plus free parking in Lot R, under the pedestrian street bridge, 5:30–8 pm.

August 21-23 – Nashville Flea Market Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Avenue, (615) 862-5016. You’ll find a huge variety of gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts, tools, housewares, handmade clothing, and hundreds of thousands of other items each month, at one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Dealers and vendors from 30 states offer their wares to the buying public. Admission is free; parking $5. Friday 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 7 am–6 pm; Sunday 7 am– 4 pm; nashvilleexpocenter.org

August 22 – Music at the Mansion Two Rivers Mansion, 3130 McGavock Pike. This beautiful 1859 antebellum mansion and adjacent 1802 Federal style brick home was once the centerpiece of Donelson, Tennessee and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Spend a memorable evening on the lawn listening to Eight O’ Five Jive and Markey Blue. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic basket, or purchase gourmet sandwiches, sides, sweets and beverages on site, starting at 7 pm. $5/person, $20/family car, members free, friendsoftworiversmansion.org

August 22 – Music in the Meadow Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood. Bring food and friends for An Evening of Gershwin, offered by some of Nashville’s finest theatrical performers and supported by a fantastic band. Enjoy a hike and meet Owl’s Hill’s non-releasable live owls! 5:30–9:30 pm. $20/person, $75/car owlshill.org 5

events August 23 – Titans Pre-season Football Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way. Come cheer on the Tennessee Titans as they take on the St. Louis Rams at 7 pm. titansonline.com

August 28 – Full Moon Pickin’ Party Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2520 Old Hickory Boulevard. Bluegrass and roots pickers jam in circles under the trees and around the grounds, while three headlining acts perform on the main stage. No glass, large coolers, or alcohol. Bring blankets or camping chairs. Family-friendly. Dogs on a leash welcome. 7–11 pm, Tickets: $5–$20, include water, soft drinks and beer (adults 21+). Food available. friendsofwarnerparks.com

August 30 – Glitter and Glam Hutton Hotel, 1808 West End Avenue. Celebrate Agape Animal Rescue’s 12th anniversary with special guests and some very fashionable dogs. We invite you to dress up, or suit up, in your best

county fairs August 7-15 – Williamson County Fair Williamson County Agricultural Expo Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin. You’ll find plenty of attractions for the entire family – from farm animals carefully groomed and blue ribbons proudly on display to the Midway’s exciting rides. Enjoy entertainment every day on the main stage and bluegrass stage, plus special events including agriculture demonstrations, fireworks, challenges and various contests and competitions. Mouth-watering fair foods include the world’s largest turkey legs, jerk chicken, catfish plates, fried macaroni and cheese, red velvet funnel cake, chocolate dipped bananas, and much more! williamsoncountyfair.org.

August 14-22 – Wilson County Fair James E. Ward Agricultural Center, 945 E. Baddour Parkway, Lebanon. The largest county fair in Tennessee will light the sky with fireworks at 10 pm every night at this award winning fair. Each year brings new exhibits and activities, and there’s absolutely something for everyone including racing pigs, a train museum, Fiddlers Grove events, the Mighty Midway, competitions, animal shows, creative and cultural arts, 6

formal wear and come watch this year’s featured designer, Glitz Nashville, send some of their fancy frocks down the Glitter & Glam runway. In addition to a night of fashion and wine and hors d’ouevres, there will be a silent and live auction offering dazzling items from Platinum Jewelers, tickets to the 2016 CMT Awards, luxury travel packages and much more! The furry, glamorous fun will begin at 5 pm and the tail wagging will end at 8 pm. All proceeds go back to the dogs. glitterandglam.org

August 30 – Carnton Sunset Concert Series: 7 Bridges Band Carnton Plantation, 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. These historic grounds serve as a unique venue for friends and families to relax and listen to some of the area’s most talented musicians. Food and drinks are available for purchase or bring your own (including alcohol). Gates open at 4:30 pm, concert 6–8 pm. No tents, grills or pets. Admission: $10 adults/advance, $12/gate; $5 children 6-12; free for 5 and under. Free parking. boft.org

rose show, farm crops, food contests, kids events, antique car show, demolition derby, talent contests, rooster crowing contest and special events. Sawyer Brown performs on August 18; the Four Tops on August 20. wilsoncountyfair.net

August 17-22 – Cheatham County Fair Cheatham County Fair Grounds, Ashland City. Features fun for the entire family including children’s activities, entertainment, music, pageants, rides, agricultural exhibits, chickens, goats, pets, and a wide variety of food and attractions. Head to the Arena for go-kart races, demolition derby, ATV races, “mini super” sanctioned tractor pull, mud racing, and pony mud bog.

August 24-30 – Robertson County Fair Robertson County Fair Grounds, Springfield. The 148th annual fair begins with an old fashion parade featuring local celebrities, local bands, community floats and classic cars. The week is filled with events, competitions and talent shows, a rodeo, sanctioned tractor pulls and a world class demolition derby. Dine on southern barbeque, Polish sausage, turkey legs, bucketo-fries and many other fair delicacies. robertsoncountyfair.com

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Productions; August 14–22: Last Five Years, a new musical; August 28–29: A Burlesque Tribute to Led Zeppelin presented by Music City Burlesque. darkhorsetheater.com

August at the Wildhorse Saloon 120 Second Avenue North. Live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse boasts extraordinary talent, fine house bands and memorable performers. wildhorsesaloon.com

August 1, 2 – Legally Blonde the Musical August at the Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place. Packages may be purchased from the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687- 6401. Concerts this month: 1964 “The Tribute” on August 7 at 8 pm (without orchestra); The Hank and Cash Legacy, Studio Tenn’s Musical Tribute to Hank Williams, Sr. & Johnny Cash, on August 14 at 7:30 pm; Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes, Tonino Baliardo and special guest Elijah Wolf on August 16 at 7:30 pm (without orchestra); Chubby Checker & The Wildcats, Golden Oldies Spectacular: also featuring Charlie Thomas’ Drifters & The Duprees, August 27 at 7 pm (without orchestra); Keb’ Mo’ on August 28 at 8 pm (without orchestra). For tickets and showtimes, call the box office at (615) 687- 6400 between 10 am and 6 pm Monday through Friday or 10 am and 2 pm Saturday, or go to the website at nashvillesymphony.org.

August at the Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. This stellar venue is a sixtime winner of Pollstar’s Concert Theatre of the Year award and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year. This month’s outstanding lineup includes Deep Purple on August 2; John Hiatt (pictured) & The Combo and The Taj Mahal Trio on August 23; Social Distortion with Nikki Lane and Drag the River on August 29. Buy tickets at Ryman box office, ryman.com, ticketmaster. com, ticketmaster outlets or call (615) 458-8700.

August at the Darkhorse Theater 4610 Charlotte Avenue. The Darkhorse is host to a variety of theater groups who perform new works, classical theater, live music, dance and multimedia shows. August 1: Umbrella, an original musical; August 7–8: Husted Dance, from KB 8

Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton. Harvard’s beloved blonde takes the stage by pink storm in this fun, upbeat story of self-discovery. This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances featuring NCT’s most advanced students. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org

August 1, 8, 15 – The Ugly Duckling Belcourt Theatre, 2202 Belcourt Avenue. Olde Worlde Theatre brings this Hans Christian Andersen classic tale to life with colorful characters, farcical whimsy and magical storytelling. Follow our feathered friend as he learns to survive the bullies in the barnyard. Performed in the spirit of English pantomime, this lively interactive comedy has a poignant message. For all ages. General admission $8. oldeworldetheatre.com

August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 – Bye Bye Liver: The Nashville Drinking Play Blue Bar and Rack Room, 1911 Broadway. This fastpaced sketch comedy takes a satirical look at the drinking culture. Audience members choose sides in a game of Would You Rather, guess songs in Name That Tune, or find love as different contestants are tested in Match Maker. Tickets are $12 each. Must be 21 or over. Call 1-800-650-6449 or go to byebyeliver.com/nashville.

August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – Bluegrass Jam Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admission every Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere listening room for bluegrass and roots music. “Cold beer, hot pickin’ and friends you won’t meet until you get here.” The evening entertainment begins at 8 pm. (615) 255-3307, stationinn.com

August 4, 11, 25 – The Doyle and Debbie Show Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious love letter to the country music community and its

stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted. The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off beautifully. Tickets are $20 and the show begins at 7 pm. doyleanddebbie.com

August 6, 7, 14, 20, 21, 27 – Music at the Frist

The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road. Jim Lauderdale hosts Wednesday night’s weekly, twohour live radio show, showcasing Nashville’s rich music scene, from country to Americana. $15 reserved seats; $10 general admission; free for 5 and under; musiccityroots.com

Frist Center Cafe, Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. Join the Al Holbrook Band, acoustic soul and blues, on August 6; Nashville-based songwriter and jazz vocalist Sonja Porter Hopkins on August 7; Pop trio East Side Story, eclectic mix of melodic, originals and unexpected cover tunes, on August 14; guitarist James Scott and a group of talented acoustic guitarists, on August 20; Fiddler Justin Branum on August 21; Dark Circles, a woozy mélange of pop styles, on Auguat 27. 6 pm, fristcenter.org

Aug 6-9, 13-16, 20-22 – Nunsense

August 7 – Happy Together 2015

August 5, 12, 19, 26 – Music City Roots

The Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike. A hilariously spirited musical that chronicles the efforts of the five surviving Little Sisters of Hoboken, New Jersey to raise money (by starting a greeting card company) for the burials of their twelve fellow Sisters who tragically passed due to accidental poisoning via tainted vichyssoise. An upbeat and fun show you won’t want to miss! Thursday– Saturday shows start at 7 pm, Sunday matinee at 2 pm. Dinner seating one hour prior to start of show. thelarrykeetontheatre.org

War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Avenue North. Transport back in time with The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie, The Association, Mark Lindsay formerly of Paul Revere and the Raiders, The Grass Roots, The Cowsills, and The Buckinghams. The performers will play numerous hits including “It Ain’t Me Babe, “Windy,” “Never My Love,” “I’m Not Your Stepping Stone,” “Louie Louie,” “Midnight Confessions,” “Temptation Eyes,” and many more. wmarocks.com

performing arts August 7, 8, 13-16, 21, 22 – Into The Woods 2nd Avenue South, Franklin. The long-awaited film adaptation of this Broadway classic enchanted film fans last holiday season, and Pull-Tight is proud to present the smashingly original stage version, featuring the unabridged Sondheim score in all its witty and wickedly wonderful glory. The fairy tale characters may be familiar, but their fates are certainly not. Find out what happens after ‘happily ever after’. pull-tight.com

August 9 – Nashville Jazz Orchestra

friends and family members. The centerpiece of this year’s Family Day is Paul Dresher Ensemble’s Sound Maze. Sound Maze is an interactive experience of sound and mechanics, consisting of fifteen newly invented musical instruments and sound sculptures that audience members are invited to interact with and improvise upon. 2007 Pulitzer Prize finalist for Drama and Obie Award-winner Rinde Eckert will perform on the myriad of instruments at 1pm. Food trucks will also be on site. 1 am–4 pm. oznashville.com

August 15 – Bluebird on the Mountain

City Winery Nashville, 609 Lafayette Street. The Nashville Jazz Orchestra preserves, advances, and promotes big band jazz appreciation to our children and our communities through live performances, workshops, and quality recordings. Tickets $15, Doors open at 5 pm, show 6–8 pm. citywinery.com

Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive (off Granny White). Picnic dining, an outdoor concert, and the opportunity to stargaze through the grand telescope on one of the tallest hilltops in Nashville. Tony Haselden, Walker Hayes, and Heather Morgan will perform under Dyer’s open-air canopy. A “carload ticket” allows you to bring up to 8 people in your car. dyer.vanderbilt.edu

August 13-16, 20-23, 27-30 – Shakespeare in the Park

August 20, 21 – Live On The Green

Centennial Park Bandshell, 2500 West End Avenue. Toward the end of the Civil War, on the eve of battle, enemies come together on a Tennessee battlefield to enact Shakespeare’s play about the young king of England who leads his nation in a war against France. Throughout the 19th century, Shakespeare was performed and read in almost every part of our country. Politicians quoted him in their speeches, generals in their orders, soldiers in their letters home, and slaves and former slaves turned to Shakespeare to educate and inspire. This NSF production, directed by Nat McIntyre, will use Shakespeare’s historical drama to reflect on the American Civil War, using the very words that Shakespeare wrote over 400 years ago. Food and drink vendors open at 6 pm, preshow entertainment begins at 6:30 pm, and the performance begins at 7:30 pm. $10 suggested donation. nashvilleshakes.org

Public Square Park, downtown Nashville. The historic Metropolitan Courthouse serves as a fantastic backdrop for these free concerts, showcasing Nashville’s emerging musical talent and wellknown national acts, 6 pm–10:30 pm. Headliners include Lord Huron on August 20; Cold Water Kids on August 21. liveonthegreen.net

August 28 – Frist Friday Concert Series Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. Enjoy live music, light snacks and beverages as well as the diverse exhibitions on view in the Frist Center’s galleries. Those Darlins members Jessi Zazu, Nikki Kvarnes, and Linwood Regensburg blend rock and roll, alt-country, and garage rock to create a sound that is sensual and often spiked. Admission $10; Members free; $7 for College students, 65+, Military w/ID. fristcenter.org

August 15 – Family Day At Oz

August 28-30 – Heathers

OZ, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle. OZ Arts is a destination for innovative contemporary art experiences. Family Day is OZ Arts’ annual public festival of indoor and outdoor arts activities for young people and families, designed to spark creativity, activity, and interaction. Dispersed among the grounds of OZ Arts, dozens of local artists and community organizations set up activity stations enabling kids to tap into their imagination while having fun with

In Residence at Bailey STEM Magnet Middle School, 2000 Greenwood Avenue. Based on the iconic 1989 dark comedy, three shoulder-padded, scrunchie-wearing Heathers are the hottest and cruelest girls in school, but a misfit rejects them for the dark sexy stranger who plans to put them in their place – six feet under. Rated R for adult language and content. streettheatrecompany.org

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Opry Mills Mall. Sensational seafood in a unique setting. Dine around a 200,000 gallon tank featuring more than 100 species of colorful tropical fish including sharks and stingrays. Delicious menu selections from burgers to seafood platters. After your meal, visit the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. You can make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Reservations recommended. (615) 514-FISH, aquariumrestaurants.com

592 12th Avenue South. Delicious margaritas, fresh guacamole made at the table, and authentic Mexican food prepared with the freshest and finest ingredients make this restaurant in the Gulch a great destination for lunch, dinner or special events. (615) 259-9282, cantinalaredo.com

Café Lula at the Ryman 116 Fifth Avenue North. 615-458-8700. Café Lula is now open! Located just outside the Ryman’s main entrance with floor to ceiling glass windows on three sides and a covered patio, Café Lula puts you in the middle of the excitement. The menu features fresh, healthy fare with an emphasis on rotisserie cooking and locally sourced ingredients available for both dine-in and grab-and-go service. Open daily 7 am to 7 pm with extended hours during nighttime Ryman events. ryman.com

Claim Jumper Opry Mills Mall. Celebrate special occasions, host a business lunch or gather with friends and family. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a vast selection of freshly prepared items including fish, rotisserie chicken, baby-back pork ribs, freshly baked pot pie, specialty salads, pizzas, burgers and our famous Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. Relax in the saloon with cocktails and Claim Jumper’s own craft beers. (615) 649-0785, claimjumper.com

Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive, Music Valley Village, across from Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry.

Nashville’s premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show, with songs made famous by legendary artists and today’s superstars. See stars including Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Reservations recommended. Dinner and show is $43.95, show only is $26. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, nashvillenightlife.com

Rainforest Café This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills is an adventure through a realistic indoor rainforest with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and giant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, Cajun and Caribbean flavors, ranging from exotic to traditional. The children’s menu will please your little “wild ones.” Don’t forget to stop by the Retail Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs! (615) 514-3000, rainforestcafe.com

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both with great views of downtown. Open Monday –Saturday, 11 am–2:30 pm. Two Twenty • Two 2Go offers soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items and beverages seven days a week from 9 am – 5 pm. The 2Go bar accepts orders by phone and fax. Call (615) 291-6759 or fax (615) 291-6761.

Wildhorse Saloon Historic Second Avenue, downtown. Three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. Hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps, with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Open for lunch every day except Monday. Open for dinner nightly. Try the award-winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information call (615) 902-8211 or go to wildhorsesaloon.com. Hours subject to change due to private events. 2213 8th Ave. S. (615) 891-4488

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2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restaurant regaled by the locals. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All dishes use the freshest ingredients. Enjoy exquisite food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon entering. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday. Open for dinner on Saturday. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com

Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering 222 Fifth Avenue South, in the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Serving Southern comfort food with a twist, made from fresh, mostly local foods. Indoor and outdoor seating is available,

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Great wine and food 6000 Highway 100 (615) 353-5604

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American bistro cuisine 2316 12th Avenue South (615) 292-7766

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The 404 Kitchen Margot 2213 8th Ave. dinner— EatsS. with local flair Open lunch and Dining fabulous – five stars 404 12th Avenue South Mon.-Fri. 1017 Woodland Street (615) 891-4488 (615) 251-1404 227-4668 Open for(615) dinner Sat. Etch Miel

Silo

Gourmet farm food 1121 Fifth Avenue North (615) 750-2912

Silly Goose

Fresh and delicious 1888 Eastland Avenue (615) 915-0757

The Southern Steak & Oyster

Unique delicious creative 303 Demonbreun Street (615) 522-0685

Fresh French cuisine 343 53rd Avenue North (615) 298-3663

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Virago

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Nashville has various shopping pockets all around the city.

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In addition to great vacation memories, you’ll be itching to buy something to take home from Nashville! Visit the gift shops located in museums, venues and other memorable attractions. Check out the different indoor and outdoor malls, and enjoy shopping Downtown, Midtown, in the Gulch, Marathon Village, Elliston Place, 12South, 8th Avenue, Hillsboro Village, Green Hills, Sylvan Park, Berry Hill, East Nashville, Music Valley, and more areas throughout and surrounding Music City.

222 Fifth Avenue South. There’s no admission fee to shop the Museum Store. Here you’ll find autographed items, apparel, books, souvenirs, Hatch Show Prints, and exhibit related merchandise.

The Cat Shoppe 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. Unique toys, the world’s strongest catnip cigars, handmade dragonfly toys, locally made cat-scratching posts (recommended by feline behaviorist). For cat lovers: jewelry, statues, Laurel Burch purses, ceramics, books and frames. Be sure to visit the rescued cats awaiting adoption. Open Monday–Saturday 10 am– 6 pm; Sunday 1–4 pm. Call (615) 297-PURR (7877).

Cotton-Eyed Joe Located on the corner of Second Avenue and Broadway in the District, Nashville’s easy-to-find tourist hot spot. On the main floor, you are surrounded by a vast selection of gifts, souvenirs, t-shirts, jewelry and novelties at low prices. The Bargain Attic Area upstairs has close-out souvenirs, gifts, jewelry and t-shirts priced 50% off. Visit the Gift Gallery section, featuring new and unusual home decor and gift items. Tour buses welcome. Call (615) 726-3302 for more information.

The Dog Store 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. A large selection of gifts for people in your favorite breed including mugs, frames, statues, and books. And for the special dog in your life, all natural treats, leather collars, bowls, toys and food. Open Monday– Saturday 10 am–6 pm and Sunday 1–4 pm. Call 279-WAGS (9247).

The Great Escape Featuring a huge selection of current and outof-print DVDs, CDs, video games, comic books, records, CCG and role-playing items, posters, books, memorabilia and more. Low, low prices! Two locations: Superstore in West Nashville at 5400 Charlotte Avenue, (615) 385-2116; and near Opry Mills at 111-B Gallatin Road North at Old Hickory Boulevard, (615) 865-8052. Open 10 am–9 pm, Monday–Saturday and 11 am–7 pm, Sunday. Need cash? The Great Escape also buys!

Hatch Show Print Store 224 Fifth Avenue South. You’ll find a wide assortment of iconic and newly designed prints and posters, as well as other paper goods, Hatch logo apparel, and more. hatchshowprint.com

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Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, (615) 889-2941. A lovely selection of decorative accessories, books and videos, toys and collectibles, home décor, and gourmet gifts including Hermitage preserves and Lynchburg BBQ sauce. All proceeds from the sale of merchandise support the activities and programs of the museum.

2804 Opryland Drive. Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop, located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all ages. Open seven days a week.

The Johnny Cash Museum Store 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring Johnny Cash merchandise including t-shirts and other apparel, mugs, backpacks, tote bags, and more. Call (615) 256-1777 or visit johnnycashmuseum.com.

Opry Mills Mall Tennessee’s largest outlet and value retail shopping, dining and entertainment destination with more than 200 stores, including several first-inmarket name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ impressive roster of designer outlet stores include: Coach Factory Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley and more. Other popular value retailers include Bed Bath & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Disney Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is home to a variety of family dining and entertainment venues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Claim Jumper and Dave & Buster’s. And in true Nashville fashion, live performances and musical entertainment are regularly provided on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage.

65 South Located in Opry Mills Mall just steps away from the permanent home of the Grand Ole Opry, 65 South has everything Nashville all in one place, including items from The Bluebird Café, the Nashville television show and, of course, fashion apparel and accessories you need to outfit your southern style.

Opry Originals Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous “Lower Broadway” area known around the world for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic country music attractions, Opry Originals brings together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry and country music’s contemporary culture for a shopping experience like no other.

Ryman Auditorium Gift Shop 116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. Find exclusive Ryman merchandise you can’t get anywhere else including CDs, DVDs, posters, prints, books and apparel. Make your own custom t-shirt at the all new activity station! Open seven days a week.

Wildhorse Saloon Gift Shop 120 Second Avenue North, (615) 902-8200. This nationally recognized store offers a vast selection of shirts, hats, hard goods and Nashville memorabilia.

Woodcuts Gallery and Framing 1613 Jefferson Street, (615) 321-5357 telephone and (615) 321-2134 fax. Offering hundreds of open and limited edition prints, serigraphs, original pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast custom framing. woodcutsfineart.com

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attractions Adventure Science Center 8800 Fort Negley Boulevard. With the child-sized Curiosity Corner and ever-changing blockbuster exhibits, the Adventure Science Center provides unique opportunities for discovery for both children and adults. Admission is $13 for adults and teens, $11 for children ages 2–12, $12 for seniors (65+) and free for toddlers under age 2. Open 10 am–5 pm daily. For more information, call (615) 862-5160 or see adventuresci.org

trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, historical monuments, arts activity centers, beautiful gardens, band shell, dog park, exercise trail and much more. Cheekwook Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Fine art collection includes American art, American and British decorative arts, outdoor Woodland Sculpture Trail, and the Cheek Mansion itself. Each spring brings a new outdoor

Bicentennial Mall State Park 600 James Robertson Parkway. A public park with statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell towers, an amphitheater and home to the Nashville Farmers’ Market. Get a taste of Tennessee’s history, geology, and scenic wonder as you walk along an inscribed timeline. Each of the 31 erupting geyser fountains represent a Tennessee major river. The war monument, an 18,000-pound granite globe, floating on water and rotating, pays tribute to the Tennessee World War II veterans. Free tours Monday and Wednesday at 10 am, 1 and 3 pm. (615) 741-5280 or 888-TNPARKS. Bike the Greenway Bicycle Rentals Briley Parkway (TN-155) at Two Rivers Parkway (Exit 10). Two Rivers Park Trailhead is within minutes of Gaylord Opryland Resort, Music Valley Drive Hotels, and Nashville Airport Hotels, and offers miles of dedicated greenway. Hourly or half-day rentals. Call (615) 920-1388 or visit bikethegreenway.net to arrange your bike rental and transfer to trailhead (if needed). Carnton Plantation 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. Carnton Plantation, home of The Widow of the South, was a field hospital following the Battle of Franklin, fought in 1864. Plantation includes a home tour, museum, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, a fully restored garden and slave quarters. Open 9 am–5 pm on Monday–Saturday and noon–5 pm on Sunday. Closed most major holidays. For more information, visit BattleofFranklinTrust.org. Centennial Park 2500 West End Avenue. Nashville’s premier park features the iconic Parthenon, a one-mile walking

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live radio show features the best in country, bluegrass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Alison Krauss, Patty Loveless, Chris Young, Pam Tillis, Mel Tillis, Craig Morgan, Terri Clark, Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers, Josh Turner, Dustin Lynch, David Nail, Marty Stuart, Oak Ridge Boys, Lauren Alaina, Tracy Lawrence, Sam Palladio from ABC’s Nashville, and more! Shows: Friday and Saturday at 7 pm. Tuesday shows through December and Wednesdays now through August 12 at 7 pm. For tickets, visit opry. com or call (615) 871-OPRY. Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Pass Tours 2804 Opryland Drive. Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400-seat venue and country’s most famous show, including themed dressing rooms, the artists’ entrance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours are available seven days a week February-October featuring Blake Shelton as your video tour guide. Tours are also available following most Opry performances with video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

attractions The Hermitage Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Lane. A tour of this 1837 mansion by guides in period costume will enchant you. The tombs of Andrew and Rachel are located in the beautiful heirloom garden. Other historic buildings include slave quarters and the church that Jackson built for his family. Special garden and farm tours are given seasonally as well as tours through active archaeology sites. Shop the museum store for unique gifts and dine in the delightful restaurant. Admission is $19 for adults, $16 for seniors, $14 for students 13–18, $9 for children 6–12 and children under 6 are free. A family pass for 2 adults and 2 children is $45. Active military are admitted free (ID required). (615) 889-2941, thehermitage.com. Historic Collinsville Step back in time to an era when the work was hard but satisfying, and the fun was found in simple things. From the 1830s Visitor Center to the 1870s Double-Pen Dogtrot House and in between, see what life was like when time seemed to move at a slower pace. Sixteen separate, original, perfectly restored buildings in a living history, nineteenth-

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century 40-acre settlement. Self-guided, group and school tours available. Special programs and activities throughout the year. Located 12 miles south of Clarksville off Hwy 48. Follow signs to site in Southside, TN. Open Thursday through Sunday 1–5 pm. (931) 216-2911. historiccollinsville.com Historic RCA Studio B 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one of the world’s most important recording studios where more than 35,000 songs were brought to life, like Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” and many hits by Elvis. Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum today to learn how you can experience historic RCA Studio B. Call (615) 416-2001 or visit the website at countrymusichalloffame.com.

attractions nent display. Over 45 marques representing North and South America, Asia, and Europe – not your typical car museum! Open Thursday–Monday, 10 am–5 pm. Admission is $9 for adults, $6 for seniors (age 65+), $3 for ages 6–17, and free for kids 5 and under. Call (615) 742-7445 for more information or visit the website lanemuseum.org. The Lotz House 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin. Come to The Lotz House for the compelling story of the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction in

Johnny Cash Museum 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring the largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the world, the museum has everything from his earliest childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black’s life with stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive technology and include stage costumes, instruments, personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs as well as artifacts from family members and notable friends. Experience a three-dimensional walk through the life and legend of this international icon. From handwritten lyrics for “I Walk the Line” and “Folsom Prison Blues,” to a stone wall from Johnny and June’s home in Hendersonville, this museum holds the very essence of the man. The Museum Store features the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, apparel and rare collectibles. Staff members include Cash family members and friends who love to share stories with guests. No trip to Nashville would be complete without a visit to the Johnny Cash Museum. The Bongo Java Cafe serves coffee and coffee drinks as well as gourmet cafe foods. Open 8 am–7 pm seven days a week. For more information call (615) 256-1777 or see johnnycashmuseum.com. Lane Motor Museum 702 Murfreesboro Pike. Discover unique vehicles from A to Z at Lane Motor Museum. One of the few museums in North America to specialize in European cars, with over 150 cars and motorcycles on display from all over the world. “100 Years of Leyat”, is a fascinating exhibit that explores the many ideas of Marcel Leyat – from propeller-driven cars and flight trainers to his invention of an alterWildhorseSaloon.com | 615-902-8200 native method to musical notation – is on perma-

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Franklin features guided tours daily. There is a value ticket available which includes Carnton Plantation and The Carter House, located across the street. For more information, call (615) 790-7190 or visit LotzHouse.com. Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive, in Music Valley Village, across the street from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show. Voted Nashville’s #1 Dinner Show, the show features songs made famous by legendary artists and today’s superstars. Many guest stars appear such as Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. There is entertainment for the entire family. The Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Admission for the dinner and show is $43.95, show only is $26. Don’t miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are welcome. Reservations recommended. Call (615) 885-4747 or go to nashvillenightlife.com. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere 3777 Nolensville Road. From African elephants and Caribbean flamingos to Bengal tigers and red pan-

attractions das, Nashville Zoo is home to more than 2,100 animals from all over the world. Spend a day enjoying mammals, amphibians, reptiles, insects and birds and learning about their habitats. Savor the sights by exploring Gibbon Islands, Bamboo Trail, Critter Encounters, three-acre beautiful African Elephant Savannah, and many other exhibits. Go for a spin on the Wild Animal Carousel and run wild on the humongous Jungle Gym playground. Step back in time and tour the 19th century Grassmere Historic Home and Farm and then take a break and enjoy one of the educational animal shows. Call (615) 833-1534 or visit the website at nashvillezoo.org. The Parthenon Located in Centennial Park off of West End Avenue, this Nashville treasure is recognized as one of the world’s most impressive scale reproductions of an ancient classic. It houses Alan LeQuire’s magnificent 42-foot statue of Athena, the largest indoor sculpture in North America. There are also fine art exhibits in the Parthenon Museum. Radnor Lake State Park 1160 Otter Creek Road. A great place for an energetic hike up steep ridge trails, or a leisurely

attractions walk along paved roads, Radnor has some of the highest hills in the Nashville Basin. There are challenging hikes for a day hiker plus flat, mulched and paved trails for those who want to just stroll and see the scenery. Wildlife and plants are abundant – it is not unusual at all to see deer, heron, ducks, turkeys and turtles during your walk. Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. Six-time winner of Pollstar’s Theatre of the Year and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year, The Ryman continues a more than 100-year music tradition by presenting a wide variety of world-class entertainment year round. Established in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle, Ryman Auditorium is a National Historic Landmark and must see for any Nashville visitor. Most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974. For tickets, call (615) 889-3060, visit the Ryman Box Office, or ryman.com. Ryman Auditorium Tours 116 Fifth Avenue North, downtown. Established in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle, Ryman Auditorium is a National Historic Landmark and must-see for any Nashville visitor. Most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974, the Ryman is the very epicenter of Music City. Take a self-guided tour and learn the fascinating story of the building’s construction as you peruse artifacts from more than a century of entertainment history. Guided Backstage Tours are available on a limited basis, check the box office for details. New expanded Gift Shop with exclusive Ryman merchandise, make-your-own t-shirt activity station as well as Café Lula at the Ryman are now open! Open seven days a week. ryman.com

Tennessee State Museum 505 Deaderick Street, downtown. The museum’s Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation. Of special interest are Sam Davis’ boot (cut open to search for hidden papers when he was charged with spying for the Confederate Army), and an 1864 presidential campaign poster for Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. Closed Mondays. Free admission. (615) 741-2692, 1-800-407-4324; tnmuseum.org Tribute To The King 1953–1977 Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. See front cover and page 3 for more information. thenashvilleking.com The Upper Room 1908 Grand Avenue, midtown. An active chapel and museum, The Upper Room features a nearly life-size wood carving of da Vinci’s The Last Supper. There are permanent exhibits, as well as a peaceful garden. Special seasonal exhibits include an exhibit of 100 nativity scenes during the Christmas holidays, a Madonna and Child Gallery exhibit, and a Ukrainian egg display during Lent and Easter. Come experience the tranquility of the Upper Room amid the city’s tumult. Open Monday–Friday, 8 am–4:30 pm. Closed holidays and weekends. Call (615) 340-7207 or visit upperroom.org/chapel. Wildhorse Saloon Second Avenue, downtown. The Wildhorse offers three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse is the place to hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Be sure to try the award winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information, call (615) 902-8200 or go to the website at wildhorsesaloon.com.

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