Nashville KEY, February 2014 Issue by Andrew West

Greater Nashville

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Arts Entertainment Dining Maps Nightlife Shopping Attractions

FEBRUARY AT THE Home of the GRAMMY® Award-winning Nashville Symphony

SAINT-SAËNS’ ORGAN SYMPHONY

JOHNNY LANG

VALENTINE’S WITH KENNY ROGERS

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CHRIS THILE

CLASSICAL MYSTERY TOUR

HAYDN & STRAUSS

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with the Nashville Symphony

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events THIS MONTH’S FEATURE: Fridays and Saturdays at the Grand Ole Opry 2804 Opryland Drive. Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every Friday and Saturday in February. 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 Ronnie Milsap, Mel Tillis, Dierks Bentley, Kellie Pickler, the Opry debut of Lucy Hale, and more! For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

Daily – Tours of the Ryman Auditorium Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Avenue North. A must-see for anyone visiting Nashville, this National Historic Landmark is best known as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974. The guided backstage tour takes you through dressing rooms dedicated to the stars of the Ryman’s rich musical past including Minnie Pearl and Hank Williams. These same dressing rooms are used by all the biggest stars performing today from Brad Paisley to Bruce Springsteen. Be sure to visit the Hatch Show Gallery and the Gift Shop. The selfguided tour is $14 for adults and $9 for children ages 4–11. The backstage tour is $18 for adults and $13 for children ages 4–11. For more information, visit ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060.

Through June 8 – Reba: All the Women That I Am Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, 222 Fifth Avenue South. The exhibit Reba: All the Women That I Am chronicles the life of one of country music’s most successful Renaissance women, from childhood performances through her induction in the Country Music Hall of Fame. The highlight of the exhibit is a collection of Reba’s costumes, spanning her entire career. Several of these, including personal clothing, stage wear and costumes worn on Broadway and in movies, have never been on display before. Other items on view include per-

sonal items such as a check stub to The McEntires for a performance in 1971; report cards; dozens of awards ranging from ribbons for childhood athletic competitions to a selection of Grammy, CMA and ACM trophies; and items reflecting her status as an icon, including a Reba Barbie and Reba lunchbox. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Tickets are $24 for adults and $17 for youth (ages 6 to 17) for the Gold Package and $35 for adults and $26 for youth for the Platinum Package, which also includes a tour of Historic RCA Studio B.

February 1, 8, 15, 22 – Black History Month at The Hermitage 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Home of President Andrew Jackson. Trace the path of The Hermitage’s enslaved community from bondage to full citizenship, and their contributions to Nashville. Open to the public and free of charge. February 1, 8, and 15 activities 10 am–2 pm. A Memorial Concert and Service celebrating the lives of more than 150 African-Americans held in slavery will be February 22 from 1–3 pm. The Hermitage is proudly partnering with the National Museum of African-American Music to bring The Princely Players to perform.

February 2 – Zooperbowl Nashville Zoo at Grassmere Park, 3777 Nolensville Road. The Nashville Zoo’s annual warm-up to the Super Bowl offers half price admission: $7.50 for adults; $5 for children 2–12; $6.50 for seniors 65 or older and free admission for Zoo members and children ages 2 and younger. $5 Parking. Certain zoo residents, namely cougars, Bengal tigers, zebras, eland, red panda and clouded leopards, love the colder weather and are much more active during this time of year. The Zoo’s gift shop, concession stands and Jungle Gym playground will also be open. For more information, call (615) 833-1534 or go to the zoo’s website at nashvillezoo.org.

February 4 – Gnash Vegas Casino Night & Auction Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Join us for the Nashville Predators Foundation GnashVegas Casino Gala & Auction from 6:30 to 10 pm. Fans are invited to mix and mingle at casino tables with 3

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this issue Events

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Performing Arts

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Dining

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Shopping & Services

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Key Info

Maps

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Attractions

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Galleries & Exhibits

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the Nashville Predators players, coaches and personalities who serve as guest dealers. Enjoy delicious food from Nashville restaurants and delightful beverages from an open bar. Exclusive silent auction with autographed memorabilia, player favorites and once-in-a-lifetime experiences with the Predators. VIP guests are invited to a pre-event reception with the team from 5:30 to 6:30 pm and have exclusive access to the High Roller’s Club throughout the evening. The Club will include high roller casino games with Predators players, a private bar and reserved tables for eating & relaxing. Packages start at $200/person. Cocktail attire. For more information and tickets go to predators.nhl. com and select Gnash Vegas.

February 7, 27 – Nashville Predators Home Games Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL hockey in Smashville! The Predators home games are February 7 vs. the Anaheim Ducks, and February 27 vs. Tampa Bay Lightning. All games begin at 7 pm. For single game tickets, call ticketmaster at 1-800745-3000, or go to ticketmaster.com. You may also purchase tickets at the Bridgestone Arena Box Office, open 10 am–5 pm, Monday–Saturday. For more information, visit predators.nhl.com.

February 7-9 – Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville: Be Inspired Music City Center, 201 Fifth Avenue South. One of the most prestigious antique and garden shows in the country, bringing 140 renowned experts and exhibitors in the fields of antiques, decorative arts, and landscape design. Three days are filled with educational experiences, great ideas and fabulous shopping opportunities. Mingle at the Thursday night Preview Party, February 6, 6:30–9:30 pm (tickets $200). On Friday from 6 to 8 pm, learn how to bring exquisite Southern hospitality into your own home at “A Bourbon Party” (tickets $50). Enjoy “Music in the Gardens” on Saturday from 4 to 7 pm (included in admission). Group sales and special packages also available. Lecture prices are $50 each and one day’s admission or $100 for the lecture series and a run-of-show pass. This year’s honorary chairperson is Charlotte Moss, multiple award winner and designer of private residences and executive suites all over the world. Hours: Friday 10 am–8 pm, Saturday 10 am–7 pm, Sunday 11 am–5 pm. Advance tickets through February 3 are $15, $20 at the door. Tickets are good for the entire show. Seniors 65+, Active Military & Students: $12 at

events the door/advance. Children 12 and under are free. For group tickets and information, call (615) 352-9064 or 1-800-891-8075, or online at antiquesandgardenshow.com.

February 7-9 – Tennessee Boat and Fishing Expo Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Avenue. Bring the whole family – there’s something for everyone! Seminars by local pros, casting contest and minnow races for the kids, plus top boat and tackles dealers. Friday noon–9 pm, Saturday 9 am–8 pm, Sunday 10 am–5 pm. Tickets: Adult $6, 7–14 $3, 6 and under free. tnboatshow.com.

February 21 – Sushi & Sake Social The Frist Center for Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. This one-of-a-kind evening from 6:30 to 8:30 pm is filled with Japanese food and refreshments, and live music. Guests will also gain entrance to a spectacular exhibit “Looking East: Western Artists and The Allure of Japan.” The exhibition is drawn from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, one of the finest collections of both Japanese art and American and European art of this period in the world.

February 27 through March 2 – Nashville Lawn and Garden Show Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Avenue. Tennessee’s largest and most popular annual gardening event. The centerpiece of the show is the walk-through, interactive displays from some of Middle Tennessee’s top landscape and gardening companies. Free lectures on a variety of topics ranging from beekeeping to edible gardens. The Marketplace features a variety of plants, seeds, home décor, gardening equipment, books, and free advice for your next gardening project. Convenient parking and fully handicapped accessible. Admission: $10/Adults, $9/Seniors, $1/ Children 12 and under, $15/Show pass (all 4 days). Hours: Thursday–Saturday 10 am–8 pm, Sunday 10 am–5 pm. You can also enjoy wine tastings, a free wine glass and the chance to purchase wine produced locally from 15 of the top wineries in Tennessee at the brand new Wine and Roses Festival on February 28 and March 1 from 12 noon to 7 pm. Tickets are $22/person per day and includes admission to both the Wine Festival and the Nashville Lawn and Garden Show. Call (615) 8767680 or visit nashvillelawnandgardenshow.com. 5

performing

February 1 – The Barber of Seville

February Events at the Nashville Symphony

February 1 – School of Rock Nashville presents Pink Floyd’s “The Wall”

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Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place. Packages may be purchased from the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687-6401. This month’s events are Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony on February 7 at 10:30 am and 8 pm and February 8 at 8 pm; Jonny Lang (without orchestra) on February 9 at 7:30 pm; Valentine’s with Kenny Rogers and the Nashville Symphony on February 14 and 15 at 8 pm; Chris Thile (without orchestra) on February 18 at 7:30 pm; Classical Mystery Tour with the Nashville Symphony on February 20 at 7 pm, February 21 and 22 at 8 pm; Pied Piper Children’s Series on February 22 at 11 am; Haydn & Strauss on February 28 at 10:30 am and 8 pm. For tickets, 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.

February Events at the Ryman Auditorium The historic Ryman Auditorium is located downtown at 116 Fifth Avenue North and has been named Pollstar’s Concert Industry Theatre of the Year three times, most recently in 2011, and was voted 2009 Venue of the Year by the Academy of Country Music. Concerts and events this month are Jake Bugg on February 1; Pixies on February 2; Val Kilmer in Citizen Twain on February 6 and 7; Lewis Black on February 8; Reinventing Radio: An Evening With Ira Glass on February 15; Pat Metheny on February 16; Scotty McCreery on February 18; Jennifer Nettles: That Girl Tour 2014 on February 20 (sold out at press time); and Steven Curtis Chapman with The Afters and Josh Wilson on February 22. Buy tickets from any Ticketmaster location, the Ryman box office or online at ticketmaster.com or ryman.com. Call (615) 458-8700. 6

Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC), 505 Deaderick Street. Rossini’s comic masterpiece features a beautiful girl who must enter an arranged marriage with old Doctor Bartolo. But she is in love with the handsome Count Almaviva. There’s only one man who can help them: can Figaro save the day? Will the young lovers be united? Will old Bartolo get his closest shave ever? The performance begins at 8 pm. Tickets are $21.50–$92.50. For more information, call (615) 782-4040 or visit tpac.org or nashvilleopera.org.

War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Avenue North. Pink Floyd’s The Wall is one of the most intriguing and imaginative albums in the history of rock music. Since the studio album’s release in 1979, the tour of 1980-81, and the subsequent movie of 1982, The Wall has become synonymous with, if not the very definition of, the term “concept album.” The Nashville School of Rock is proud to present its inaugural show at the War Memorial Auditorium! Come out and see these students pay tribute to one of the most iconic albums of all time and listen as they band together to collectively “tear down the wall!” General admission tickets start at $22, and showtime is 7 pm. For more information call (615) 782-4040, or go to wmarocks.com.

February 1 & 2 – I Love Lucy: Live on Stage James K. Polk Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Travel back in time and become an audience member awaiting the filming of two 1952 episodes of the television series I Love Lucy. A host explains the process behind the “new” technology of television and in between takes the Crystaltone Singers perform advertising jingles. Performances are at 2 and 8 pm on February 1, and 1 pm and 6:30 pm on February 2. Tickets are $45–$55 plus handling fees and can be purchased at the TPAC Box Office Monday through Friday between 10 am and 5 pm, by phone (615) 782-4040 between 6 am and 9 pm, or online at tpac.org. For more information go to tpac.org.

February 1, 8, 15 and 22 – Bye Bye Liver: The Nashville Drinking Play Blue Bar and Rack Room, 1911 Broadway. Whether it’s the girl we all know that should never, ever drink

liquor, the mind-reading piano player who can make or break an evening with a song, or the pack of girls who always go to the bathroom in a group, it’s all in this fast-paced sketch comedy that takes a satirical look at the drinking culture. The show includes audience participation as well! Games have audience members choosing sides in Would You Rather, guessing songs in Name That Tune, or even finding love as the compatibility of different contestants is tested in Match Maker. It is “2 parts comedy, 1 part social games, mixed and served.” Tickets are $12 each. Must be 21 or over. Call 1-800650-6449 or go to byebyeliver.com/nashville.

February 1, 8, 15 & 22 – Olde Worlde Theatre presents Rapunzel Belcourt Theatre, 2202 Belcourt Avenue in Hillsboro Village. Come join this fun and interactive family-friendly theater company and let your hair down for a fun-filled escapade into the enchanted world of Prince Nigel and his new found love Rapunzel. All ages will enjoy this show, filled with whimsy, special effects, movement, mime and mystery. Performances are every Saturday in February at 10 am. General admission is $8, and advance tickets are available online at belcourt. org. For group tickets and parties, call (615) 3000374. See more online at oldeworldetheatre.com.

February 4, 11 and 25 – The Doyle and Debbie Show Zanies Comedy Club, 2025 8th Avenue South. The Doyle and Debbie Show is a hilarious love letter to the country music community and its stars. Not only is the script hysterical, but so are the finelycrafted country songs, such as “Whine Whine Twang Twang” and “Fat Women in Trailers.” The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off beautifully. Tickets are $20 with a two item minimum. It is an 18-and-over show that begins at 7 pm. Call (615) 269-0221 for reservations or go to zanies. com. For more information and to hear the music, visit doyleanddebbie.com.

February 13 – Tommy Emmanuel War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Avenue North. A child prodigy, Emmanuel began playing guitar at age four, and by age six was a part of his family’s professional band. Long one of Australia’s most respected and best-loved musicians, his award-winning career now spans five decades and multiple genres including jazz, rock, blues, and country. He

is known for his distinctive “finger style” playing, using all ten fingers—a technique he was inspired to try after hearing his hero, the legendary Chet Atkins, play in the early 1960s. In 1999, Chet Atkins presented Emmanuel with a coveted “Certified Guitar Player Award,” an honor the Nashville icon bestowed on only 4 other guitarists before his death in 2001. Tickets start at $29.50 and showtime is 7:30 pm. See more at wmarocks.com.

February 13 through March 1 – Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents Red Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Winner of the 2010 Tony Award for Best Play, Red paints the vivid picture of master abstract expressionist Mark Rothko who has just landed the biggest commission in the history of modern art, a series of murals for New York’s famed Four Seasons Restaurant. In the two fascinating years that follow, Rothko works feverishly with his young assistant, Ken, in his studio on the Bowery. But when Ken gains the confidence to challenge him, Rothko faces the agonizing possibility that his crowning achievement could also become his undoing. Raw and provocative, Red is a searing portrait of an artist’s ambition and vulnerability as he tries to create a definitive work for an extraordinary setting. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at 6:30 pm, Fridays at 7:30 pm, Saturdays at 2:30 and 7:30 pm (no matinee on February 15th). For tickets and more information go to tpac.org.

February 14 & 15 – Rick Springfield at the Wildhorse Saloon Located on Second Avenue in downtown Nashville, the Wildhorse offers three floors of fun with five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. This month’s special concert is Rick Springfield on February 14 and 15 at 7 pm. Springfield got his start with the Australian “quasi” heavy metal band Zoot. He came to the U.S. in the early 70’s to record, and learned to speak English with an American accent to further his acting career. Shortly after landing the role as “Dr. Noah Drake” on “General Hospital” in 1980, his single “Jessie’s Girl” became a #1 record in the U.S. He continued to star on GH while touring and releasing Success Hasn’t Spoiled Me Yet with the hit “Don’t Talk To Strangers.” Upon releasing his third album with RCA, Living In Oz, he quit GH and went back to his rock roots. For show tickets call (615) 902-8200 or buy online at ticketmaster. com or wildhorsesaloon.com. 7

performing arts February 14-16 – Nashville Ballet presents Attitude James K. Polk Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Attitude combines contemporary dance from three cutting-edge choreographers with live music from respected, local artists to create an evening of innovative art. Current Nashville Ballet company dancer Christopher Stuart creates an original ballet set to the iconic music of Johnny Cash performed by Nashville-based neo-rockabilly band Sugar + The Hi-Lows in a daring combination of music and dance. Brian Enos, named “Best Up and Coming Choreographer” by the Houston Press, revives And Legions Will Rise, set to music by Kevin Puts. Artistic Director Paul Vasterling’s Time/Return/ Memory sets the Greek myth about Orpheus and Eurydice to a solo piano score adapted from Philip Glass’s Orphée Suite, presenting death as both an end and a beginning. Shows are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm, Sunday at 2 pm. Tickets are $28–$65 and can be purchased online at tpac.org.

February 15 – Nashville Ballet presents Tennessee Jack and the Kudzu Vine

Annemarie herself must find the courage to resist. “How brave are you, Annemarie?” Performances are Saturday and Sunday at 2 pm. Tickets are $20 for adults; $17 for seniors over 65 and military or educators; $14 for children or students with valid ID; $12 for groups of 10 or more. Discounted tickets are available for the preview performance on February 20 at 6:30 pm. Tickets are available from the Box Office at (615) 252-4675 or online at nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.

February 20 through March 2 – Studio Tenn presents Frost/Nixon Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin. Frost/ Nixon is a true account of the 1977 battle of wits between British talk show host David Frost and the recently resigned Richard Nixon, each striving to unnerve and unravel the other in front of millions on live television. The hushed intimacy of the Franklin Theatre will lend fresh immediacy and a thick air of suspense to this riveting historical drama. Tickets are $47.50–$67.50. For more information on the company visit studiotenn.com.

February 20 – An Evening with Tony Bennett

James K. Polk Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. This local twist to the English folktale Jack and the Beanstalk offers children and families a fun, interactive performance with a real giant on stage! Following the original story, Tennessee Jack is swindled into selling his cow for a handful of magic beans. But in this Southern version, the beans grow a stalk of kudzu straight into the sky, leading to a land of giants portrayed by enormous puppets and taking Jack on an adventure he will not soon forget. Showtimes are 10 am and 2 pm, and tickets are $23. For more information visit tpac.org.

Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. No one in popular American music has recorded for so long and at such a high level of excellence than Tony Bennett. To this day, he continues nurturing his two passions, singing and painting, and he excels at both. Tony Bennett is one of a handful of artists to have new albums charting in the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, and now in the first two decades of the 21st century. He has introduced a multitude of songs into the Great American Songbook that have since become standards for pop music. The show begins at 8 pm. Tickets are $46–$86 and can be purchased online at tpac.org.

February 20 through March 9 – Number the Stars

February 20 – Buddy Guy with Robert Randolph & The Family Band

Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton. Lois Lowry’s Newbery Medal winning juvenile novel of World War II. Through the terrified eyes of ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen, we watch as the Danish Resistance smuggles seven thousand people (almost the entire Jewish population of Nazi-occupied Denmark) across the sea to Sweden and safety. But Annemarie finds it isn’t enough to just watch history unfold. In this moving adventure based on inspiring, real-life events,

War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Avenue North. At age 76, Buddy Guy is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a major influence on rock titans like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, a pioneer of Chicago’s fabled West Side sound, and a living link to that city’s halcyon days of electric blues. He has received 6 Grammy Awards, 28 Blues Music Awards (the most any artist has received), the Billboard magazine Century Award for distinguished artistic achievement, and

the Presidential National Medal of Arts. Rolling Stone ranked him in the top 25 of its “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.” Showtime is 7 pm. Tickets are $39–$59. For more information call (615) 7824040, or go to wmarocks.com.

tour. Alternative rockers The Naked And Famous are special guests. Ticket are $29.50–$45. More details including parking at bridgestonearena.com.

February 23 – Jazz on the Move Concert: Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers

Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Relive the iconic and magical moments from the Oscar-winning movie in a brand-new Broadway musical that takes you on a thrilling adventure to the afterlife, with illusions created by famous stage and film illusionist Paul Kieve (Hugo, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Matilda the Musical, Pippin). Ghost The Musical features an original pop score from multiple Grammy Award-winners Dave Stewart (one half of the 80s pop duo the Eurythmics) and Glen Ballard (co-writer with Alanis Morissette on the multi-platinum album Jagged Little Pill, among many other notable credits and collaborations). Ghost follows Sam and Molly, a young couple whose connection takes a shocking turn after Sam’s untimely death. Trapped between two worlds, Sam refuses to leave Molly when he learns she is in grave danger. Desperate to communicate with her, he turns to a storefront psychic who helps him protect Molly and avenge his death. Recommended for ages 12+. Mild violence, mature themes and dialogue. February 25–27 at 7:30 pm, and February 28 at 8 pm. Call 615-782-6560 for details and tickets.

Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. The Nashville Jazz Workshop and the Frist Center for the Visual Arts present their popular jazz performance and education series, Jazz on the Move. Each installment features a lecture and performance highlighting a major figure or period in jazz history. Presented by Nashville’s top jazz artist/educators, the series offers audiences world class music as well as an opportunity to learn more about jazz. The performance is at 3 pm in the auditorium at the Frist Center for the Visual Arts. Performances in the series are free and open to the public. Those attending Jazz on the Move at the Frist will be able to visit the Frist’s exhibits free of charge, and will also receive discounted parking.

February 24 – Imagine Dragons Into The Night Tour Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. One of music’s breakout artists of 2013, Imagine Dragons have become touring sensations as they played to soldout shows throughout their latest Night Visions

February 25 through March 2 – Ghost The Musical

Blair School of Music Concert Series Feb. 3 at 8:00 p.m. in Steve and Judy Turner Recital Hall BMI Nightcap Series: Amy Jarman, soprano Feb. 4 at 8:00 p.m. in Steve and Judy Turner Recital Hall Blair Faculty Recital: Peter Kolkay, bassoon with Alexandra Nguyen, piano Feb. 7 at 8:00 p.m. in Ingram Hall Vanderbilt Collegiate Choral Ensembles Tucker Biddlecombe, director Choral Prism

information: blair.vanderbilt.edu

Feb. 10 at 8:00 p.m. in Steve and Judy Turner Recital Hall Blair Faculty Recital: The Bruce Dudley Quartet Feb. 18 at 8:00 p.m. in Steve and Judy Turner Recital Hall ALIAS Chamber Ensemble Winter Concert Feb. 22 at 8:00 p.m. in Ingram Hall Vanderbilt Commodore Orchestra

dining Aquarium Restaurant Opry Mills Mall. Aquarium offers 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. Menu selections range from burgers to seafood platters. After your meal, visit the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. You can also make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Reservations recommended. Call (615) 514-FISH, visit aquariumrestaurants.com.

Claim Jumper Opry Mills Mall. Claim Jumper is ideal for celebrating special occasions, hosting a business lunch or gathering 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 SixLayer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. Or relax in the

saloon to enjoy cocktails and Claim Jumper’s own craft beers. See the website at claimjumper.com.

Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive, Music Valley Village, across from the 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. Many guest stars appear such as Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. The Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Dinner and show is $39.95, show only is $26. Call (615) 885-4747 for information and reservations or go to nashvillenightlife.com. Tour groups are welcome.

Opry Backstage Grill The show that made country music famous is now making its mark on Southern cuisine. Open for

lunch and dinner, as well as after the show. Now open across from the Gaylord Opryland Resort at the Inn at Opryland. Visit oprybackstagegrill.com for more information.

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! Call (615) 514-3000 or visit rainforestcafe.com.

Wildhorse Saloon Located on historic Second Avenue, downtown. The Wild horse offers 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.

The Smiling Elephant 2213 8th Avenue South, (615) 891-4488. 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. See 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, 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.

2213 8th Ave. S. (615) 891-4488

Open lunch and dinner— Mon.-Fri. Open for dinner Sat.

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shopping & services

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.

Country Music Hall of Fame Museum Store 222 Fifth Avenue South. There’s no admission fee to shop the Museum Store. Here you’ll find autographed items, apparel, books, DVDs and CDs, souvenirs, Hatch Show Prints, and exhibit related merchandise. To participate in autograph signings, you must purchase artist-related product as specified by the signing guidelines.

The Dog Store 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. A large selection of gifts for people in your favorite breed in-

cluding 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).

Gas Lamp Antique Mall 100 Powell Place, across from 100 Oaks Mall in Berry Hill. Voted “Nashville’s Best Antique Mall” for the past six years in the Nashville Scene’s Best of Nashville poll, Gas Lamp Antique Mall houses 160 dealers in 25,000 square feet of space, and is open seven days a week. Antique, retro and vintage furniture and home accessories are all featured. Call (615) 297-2224. The second location, Gas Lamp Too, is located at 128 Powell Place, less than a half mile down the same street in the last building, with parking in front and also under the I-65 overpass. Call (615) 292-2250. For more information, go to the website at gaslampantiques.com.

The Hermitage Museum Store 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.

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!

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Two locations: Superstore in West Nashville at 5400 Charlotte Avenue. (includes their outlet store, The Great Escape 1/2-Price-Or-Less Store), (615) 385-2116; and near Opry Mills at 111-B Gallatin Road North at Old Hickory Boulevard, (615) 8658052. Open 10 am–9 pm, Monday–Saturday and 11 am–7 pm, Sunday. Need cash? The Great Escape also buys!

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

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Opry Originals Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous “Lower Broadway” area is 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.

The Opry Shop 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.

Ryman Auditorium Gift Shop 116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. A great spot for music gift items and souvenirs including CDs, DVDs, posters, prints, books and apparel.

Soundstar Entertainment Group An award-winning music producer offering promotion for talent to achieve record contracts and radio play. For more information call (615) 369-1366 or go to soundstarentertainment.com or visionwayrecords.com.

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 St., (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. See www.woodcutsfineart.

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attractions ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER 800 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, except Thanksgiving and Christmas. For more information, see adventuresci.org. BELLE MEADE PLANTATION 5025 Harding Road. Listed as one of America’s grandest mansions by Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel magazine, this 1853 Greek Revival mansion only minutes from downtown is the place where the bloodlines of Seabiscuit, Secretariat, War Admiral and Funny Cide started. Living History programs are featured daily. Most of the demonstrations will center around the Frontier Life era 1790–1820. Demonstrations vary and include gardening, blacksmithing and cooking. Restaurant

and gift shop on property. Call (615) 356-0501 or log on to bellemeadeplantation.com. BELMONT MANSION 1700 Acklen Avenue, Belmont College Campus. This 1850’s Italianate villa has long been recognized as one of the most elaborate and unusual homes in the South. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10 am– 4 pm, Sunday, 1– 4 pm, closed all major holidays.Call (615) 460-5459 or go to belmontmansion. com for more information. BICENTENNIAL MALL STATE PARK 600 James Robertson Parkway. The Bicentennial Mall is a public park, with statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell towers, and an amphitheater. The scenery and atmosphere give visitors a taste of Tennessee’s history, geology, and scenic wonder. Walk along a timeline inscribed with tidbits of Tennessee history. The wall of history breaks up during the Civil War, representing the breakup of the United States. Then, in 1865, the wall lines

attractions back up again, showing reunification after the war ended. Each of the 31 erupting geyser fountains represent one of Tennessee major rivers. The war monument, an 18,000-pound granite globe, floating on water and rotating, pays tribute to the 5,631 Tennesseans killed during World War II. Free park tours are conducted every Monday and Wednesday at 10 am, 1 and 3 pm. Cost is free except for special events. Hours: daylight–midnight. (615) 741-5280 or 888-TNPARKS (888-867-2757, toll free). 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 trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, his-

torical monuments, arts activity centers, beautiful gardens, a band shell, events shelter, sand volleyball courts, a dog park, and an exercise trail. Thousands of people visit the park each year to enjoy the museum, see exhibits, attend some of the many festivals, and just relax in the park. Hours: dawn to 11 pm daily. CHEEKWOOD BOTANICAL GARDEN and MUSEUM OF ART 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gardens located on a 55-acre estate with a residence listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion houses American and European art and a newer building is dedicated to presenting contemporary art. In the summer and fall there are themed art installations in the gardens that change annually. Open Tuesday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm. Admission is $14 for adults; $12 for seniors (65+), $10 for college students with ID; $7 for youth 3 to 17, and free to children ages 2 and under. There is a 50% discount for military personnel with current ID. Parking $3. Special rates are offered for group tours. Call (615) 353-9827 for details. See the website at cheekwood.org. cooter’s place 2613-B McGavock Pike, across from the Opryland Hotel, Exit 12 off Briley Parkway. Enjoy Cooter’s fabulous display of props, costumes and memorabilia from the Dukes of Hazzard TV show. There are regular appearances by Ben “Cooter” Jones and other cast members. See the General Lee “01” car from the show, and purchase treats like Daisy’s Homemade Country Honey, Uncle Jesse’s Finest Batch of Apple Cider, along with Dukes Of Hazzard hats, T-shirts, DVDs, CDs, pictures and diecast General Lee cars. Open daily at 9 am. Call (615) 872-8358 for more information, or on the web at cootersplace.com. Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum 222 Fifth Avenue South. You haven’t seen Nashville if you haven’t visited the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Visit the largest popular music museum in the world, and experience the history of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, entertaining films, interactive displays, and an incredible array of costumes and instruments. Plus, take a tour of historic RCA Studio B – where Elvis and others recorded over 35,000 songs. Shop at the Museum Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two Twenty•Two Grill

and Catering. Museum open daily 9 am–5 pm. Call (615) 416-2001 for more information or log onto their website at countrymusichalloffame.com. FORT NASHBOROUGH 170 First Avenue North. This reconstruction of the original settlement of Nashville is authentic in many details, reflecting the lifestyle of frontier pioneers in the late 1700s. Located in Riverfront Park, the selfguided tour facility is convenient to shopping, restaurants, hotels and museums in downtown Nashville. THE FRIST CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS 919 Broadway. The downtown attraction features many traveling exhibitions, and focuses on art education for the community, for children and adults alike. Open Monday–Wednesday and Saturday 10 am–5:30 pm, Thursday and Friday 10 am–9 pm and Sunday 1–5:30 pm. For more information, call (615) 244-3340 or log on to fristcenter.org.

Shelton as your video tour guide. Tours are also available following most Opry performances with video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-alifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. 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

GENERAL JACKSON SHOWBOAT Climb aboard the General Jackson Showboat for a unique entertainment experience! This 300-foot paddlewheel riverboat cruises the Cumberland River offering fantastic shows and delicious meals. Sumptuous Southern fare as well as an entertaining show are included on the evening cruise on the Cumberland. For tickets and more information call (615) 458-3900 or buy online at generaljackson. com. Grand ole opry 2804 Opryland Drive. The world’s longest-running live radio show features the best in country, bluegrass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Ronnie Milsap, Mel Tillis, Dierks Bentley, Kellie Pickler, the Opry debut of Lucy Hale, and more to be announced! Shows are Friday and Saturday evenings at 7 pm. Tuesday shows March through December also at 7 pm. For tickets, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

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attractions as well as tours through active archaeology sites. Shop the museum store for unique gifts and dine in the delightful restaurant. Operating hours mid-November through March: 9 am– 4:30 pm. 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 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. Jack Daniels Distillery tour 182 Lynchburg Highway, Lynchburg. Between 9 am and 4:30 pm daily, tours last an hour and fifteen minutes and start anywhere from every fifteen minutes to an hour, depending on the crowds. For a nominal fee, Jack Daniel’s is now offering Distillery tours, which include a sampling of the hometown product. Be sure to ask about these enhanced tours upon arriving at the Visitor Center. End the tour with lunch at Miss Mary Bobo’s Boarding House, in operation since 1908. Reservations are recommended. 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 24

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. Hours are 11 am to 7 pm seven days a week. Closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving. For more information call (615) 256-1777 or see johnnycashmuseum.com. LANE MOTOR MUSEUM 702 Murfreesboro Pike. (615) 742-7445. 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! Over 45 marques representing North and South America, Asia, and Europe – definitely not your typical car museum! Open Thursday–Monday, 10 am–5 pm. Admission is $9 for adults, $6 for seniors (age 65+), $3 for youth (ages 6-17) and free for kids ages 5 and under. Call 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 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. NASHTRASH TOURS 772 Harrison Street. Tours begin and end at the south end of the Nashville Farmer’s Market. The Jugg Sisters’ adults-only big pink bus tours take visitors past country music landmarks of the city, such as the Ryman, Country Music Hall of Fame, the Wildhorse Saloon and Printer’s Alley, while they give an hysterical account of country music legends and their not-so-proud moments. This 90-minute tour is performance as much as information. BYOB coolers of wine or beer are permitted. No one under 15 years of age is allowed, including babies. Public tours usually run just once a day Tuesday through Friday and twice a day on Saturday. Tours do not run on Sundays, Mondays or major holidays. Call (615) 226-7300 or 800-3422132 for reservations, and call well ahead of time as the tour fills well in advance. For more information, see the website at nashtrash.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 $39.95, show only is $26. Don’t miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are welcome. Call (615) 885-4747 for information and reservations or go to nashvillenightlife.com.

several hand-carved animals like a giant anteater, red river hog, komodo dragon, or a clouded leopard cub. Spend a day at the park 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. Step back in time and take a tour of the 19th century Grassmere Historic Home and Farm. DinoTrek, a hair-raising adventure featuring lifelike dinosaurs, returns Spring 2014. If you still have energy, run wild on the humongous Jungle Gym playground, which offers 66,000 square feet of fun. If you’re tired, take a break and enjoy one of the educational animal shows. Call (615) 833-1534 or visit the Zoo’s website at nashvillezoo.org for more information.

NASHVILLE ZOO AT GRASSMERE 3777 Nolensville Road. Come experience the new Lorikeet Landing and feed Australian parrots. You can walk into their habitat and lorikeets will actually land on your arms and shoulders and feed from your fingertips. Take a spin on the Patton Family Wild Animal Carousel and ride

THE PARTHENON Located in Centennial Park off of West End Avenue, this building 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 art exhibits showcased there. A Nashville treasure!

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From mansion to slave cabin—and throughout 1120 acres of “much more” at the home of America’s seventh president—you’ll be face-to-face with the times, the challenges, and the contradictions, that shaped our young nation. Yesterday is always present at The Hermitage. One of America’s premier National Historic Landmarks, just 15 minutes from Downtown Nashville, TN.

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attractions RADNOR LAKE STATE PARK 1160 Otter Creek Road. A great place for an energetic hike up steep ridge trails, or a leisurely walk along paved roads, Radnor has some of the highest hills in the Nashville Basin. The Ganier Ridge and South Cove trails are nice, challenging hikes for a day hiker, but there are also 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 come across deer, heron, ducks, turkeys and turtles during a walk around Radnor Lake. The park is about a 5-minute drive from I-65, Exit 78, Harding Place. Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. 2003, 2004 and 2011 Pollstar Concert Industry Awards “Theater Of The Year” and 2009 Academy of Country Music’s “Venue of the Year.” The Ryman continues its more than 100-year music tradition by offering the best in entertainment. Built as a church in 1892, the Ryman famously served as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974, and was completely renovated in 1994. The premier performance hall has many shows and concerts scheduled yearround. For tickets, visit the Ryman Box Office, call (615) 889-3060, or log onto ryman.com for an event schedule. Ryman Tours Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Avenue North. This National Historic Landmark is most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974. Take the self-guided tour where you’ll discover the divine inspiration behind the building’s construction as the Union Gospel Tabernacle in the 1880’s in the welcome video. Self-guided tours are $14 for adults, and $9 for children ages 4–11. Backstage tours are $18 and $13. To buy tour tickets, go to ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060. TENNESSEE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 505 Deaderick Street, downtown. TPAC is home to the Nashville Symphony, the Nashville Opera, the Tennessee Repertory Theatre, the Nashville Ballet and the Tennessee State Museum. There are three performance venues, named for the three U.S. presidents who hailed from Tennessee (Andrew Jackson Hall, James K. Polk Theater and Andrew Johnson Theater). For tickets or schedule, call Ticketmaster at 255-ARTS (2787); for administration call 782-4000. Website is tpac.org. 26

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Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame and Museum Main floor of Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. See 7,200 square feet of sports-related exhibits, get a chance to play virtual-reality basketball, experience the strength-training apparatus used by Olympic swimmers, and play an exciting NASCAR video game. There’s also sports memorabilia galore, so leave plenty of time for your kids to locate artifacts associated with their favorite sports hero. Tickets are $2 for a tour of the museum, and $10 for a behind-the-scenes tour of Bridgestone Arena. TENNESSEE STATE CAPITOL Charlotte Avenue, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. The historic Tennessee State Capitol stands today much as it did when completed in 1859. Several areas, including the first floor hallway, library and Supreme Court chamber, have been restored to their 19th-century, Greek Revival appearance. Free guided tours are provided by Tennessee State Museum. Tours leave from the Information Desk on the first floor of the Capitol every hour, on the hour; with the first tour at 9 am, and the final tour at 3 pm. Self-guided tours are also available at the Information Desk. TENNESSEE STATE MUSEUM Fifth Avenue and 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. Open Tuesday –Saturday, from 10 am – 5 pm and 1– 5 pm on Sundays. Closed on Mondays. Admission is free. Parking is at paid lots on weekdays. Free parking on weekends at the State Employee parking lots located to the west of the State Capitol, off of Charlotte Avenue. For more information, call (615) 741-2692, toll free at 1-800407-4324 or at the website tnmuseum.org. TOOTSIE’S ORCHID LOUNGE 422 Broadway, downtown. No visit to Music City is complete without a stop at the worlds most famous honkytonk. Legendary stars like Roger Miller, Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline, Waylon Jennings, Faron Young, Tom T. Hall, Kris Kristofferson, Hank Cochran and Mel Tillis sang and wrote songs there and the tradition continues to this day. Continuous live music with the big stars performing at Midnight Madness every Tuesday night starting at 10 pm, hosted by John Stone. Call (615) 726-0463 or tootsies.net. 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.

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERs There are two Visitor Information Centers in Nashville, both downtown. One is at Fifth and Broadway in the glass tower of the Bridgestone Arena, (615) 259-4747. Open 8 am–5:30 pm Monday–Saturday; 10 am–5 pm on Sundays providing museum displays, maps, information and discounted tickets to all attractions and Nashville souvenirs. The second Visitor Information Center is at 1 Nashville Place, 150 Fourth Avenue North in the lobby of the Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau, (615) 259-4700. Open 8 am–5 pm Monday– Friday, this visitor center offers upscale souvenirs that are exclusively music-related, along with maps, attractions information and discounted tickets. WARNER PARKS Located off Highway 100, Edwin and Percy Warner Parks offer some of the city’s best do-it-yourself recreational opportunities, with trails for riding horses and hiking and paved roads for biking, walking, running or exploring in a car. There is also plenty of open space for playing frisbee, picnicking, or just getting some fresh air. Dogs are welcome in the parks. In May, Edwin Warner Park is host to the Iroquois Steeplechase, run since the 1930s, which has one of the richest purses in the country. 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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Home of the world-renowned wood carving of “The Last Supper” 1908 Grand Avenue • 615-340-7207 www.upperroom.org $4 admission/donation – children 12 and under free Free Parking

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ongoing: Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Cheekwood’s art collection include broad collections of American art, American and British decorative arts, contemporary art, outdoor sculpture acquired for the Woodland Sculpture Trail, and the Cheek Mansion itself. Open Tuesday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm. Admission is $14 for adults, $12 for seniors 65+, $10 for college students with ID, $7 for children ages 3–17, free to children ages 2 and under. There is a 50% discount for military personnel with current ID. (615) 356.8000, cheekwood.org.

Nashville Downtown Library 615 Church Street. The Civil Rights Collection at the Nashville Public Library features black & white photos from the civil rights era in Nashville and a circular table in the center of the room representing the lunch counters of Nashville – locations of many sit-in protests that fueled the Civil Rights Movement.

The Parthenon Museum The Parthenon, 2600 West End Avenue. The Parthenon stands proudly as the centerpiece of Centennial Park, Nashville’s premier urban park. The re-creation of the 42-foot statue Athena is the focus of the Parthenon just as it was in ancient Greece. The building and the Athena statue are both full-scale replicas of the Athenian originals. The Parthenon’s permanent collection is a group of 63 paintings by 19th and 20th-century American artists, emphasizing the landscape and seascape. Open 9 am–4:30 pm Tuesday–Saturday; 12:30 pm–4:30 pm Sunday. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for seniors 62+ and children ages 4–17, free to children 4 and under. (615) 862-8431, conservancyonline.com 28

Tennessee Executive Residence Tennessee’s Executive Residence, a classic example of stately Georgian architecture, is a three-story, 16-room home on 10 acres in Oak Hill. Thanks to the generosity of Tennesseans, the Tennessee Residence has a collective display of antiques and artwork that demonstrate the rich and robust history of the state. Tours of the residence and grounds are offered free of charge on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Tour requests must be submitted at least two weeks in advance online at tn.gov/ firstlady/residence/tour.shtml.

the month of february: February 1 – First Saturday Art Crawl Downtown Downtown Nashville. First Saturday Art Crawl is a festive atmosphere with participating venues from Fifth Avenue of the Arts to the Historic Arcade to 8th Avenue to Broadway from 6 to 9 pm. Presenting local and world-renowned artists and artwork, this is a rare opportunity to view diverse exhibitions featuring every genre of art. Free shuttles among the galleries until 10 pm. The gallery crawl is a great free night on the town! For gallery list and shuttle map, go to the website nashvilledowntown. com/play.

February 7 – Franklin Art Crawl Downtown Franklin. $5 Trolley rides, charming shops and galleries, live music and refreshments make Franklin a great place to be from 6–9 pm on the first Friday of the month. franklinartscene.com

February 7-9 – The Art Event Lipscomb Academy, 3901 Granny White Pike. Three-day Art Show and sale in support of Lipscomb Academy with more than 50 top-notch local and regional artists. Friday 5–9 pm, Saturday 10 am–5, Sunday, 10 am–3 pm.

Through February 7 – Index: The Women of Auschwitz by Vanderbilt alumnus Hannah Stahl East Bronson Ingram Studio Art Center, Vanderbilt University, 1204 25th Avenue South at Garland. Over the past year, Stahl participated in a seven week artist-in-residence program at The School of Art at Chautauqua Institution before embarking on a two-month solo trip to 17 cities in Europe. This trip included three Holocaust concentration camps and inspired her to produce her current body of

work based on female victims of Auschwitz. Open Monday–Friday, 10 am–4 pm. (615) 343-7241, vanderbilt.edu/arts

February 8 – Second Saturday at 5 Points 5 Points, 1024 Woodland Street. East Nashville galleries and merchants stay open late each second Saturday of the month to offer guests a celebration of the arts. The shops at 1108 Woodland have a DJ providing a great soundscape for the event, and a different food truck is on hand each month for mobile snacks. The event lasts from 6 pm–9 pm, but check individual galleries for hours. For updates, see their Facebook page at facebook.com/5points 2saturday#!/5points2saturday.

Through February 8 – Kristin Llamas: The Socratic Dialogues The Parthenon Museum, 2600 West End Avenue. Combining traditional painting techniques with extensive research into social, historical, and political topics, Llamas creates what she refers to as “floating still lives.” (See page 28 for Parthenon hours)

Through February 9 – American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. Known for his Saturday Evening Post cover illustrations with their sentimental, highly idealized style, Norman Rockwell was a master storyteller. This exhibit features over 40 paintings and a selection of drawings, tear-sheets, and other related works which trace the arc of his career. Open Monday– Wednesday, Saturday 10 am–5:30 pm; Thursday, Friday 10 am–9 pm; Sunday 1–5:30 pm. Admission is $10 for adults; $7 for seniors 65+, college students and active military with ID. (615) 244-3340, fristcenter.org

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February 11-August 31 – Slaves and Slaveholders of Wessyngton Plantation

Tennessee State Museum, 505 Deaderick Street. A groundbreaking exhibit about the slaves and slaveholders who worked and resided at a distinctive plantation in Tennessee opens February 11 at The Tennessee State Museum. Through first and third person accounts, the exhibit reconstructs the lives of several enslaved people, giving them names, faces, and details of what happened to them before, during, and after the Civil War. Open Tuesday–Saturday 10 am–5 pm, Sunday 1–5 pm. (615) 741-2692, tnmuseum.org

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galleries Through February 14 – Clay Is What We Do Sarratt Gallery, Sarratt Student Center, Vanderbilt University, 2301 Vanderbilt Place. Abstract and geometric wall installations by Claudia Overstreet and Roy Overcast. Open Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10 am–10 pm. (615) 3430491, vanderbilt.edu/sarrattgallery

Through February 21 – Of Things to Come The Arts Company, 215 Fifth Avenue North. This show introduces some of the artists and projects planned for The Arts Company to the Downtown Nashville arts marketplace. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 11 am–5 pm. (615) 254-2040, theartscompany.com

Through February 22 – Trevor Mikula The Rymer Gallery, 233 Fifth Avenue North. Mikula is a selftaught artist from Nashville whose colorful paintings are both familiar and fanciful. Painting primarily with a palette knife, Mikula creates bold and vibrant works on an intimate scale. His subject matter is derived from his own playful imagination and environment. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 11 am–5 pm. (615) 752-6030, therymergallery.com

Through February 22 – Megan Lightell: Private Landscapes; Terry Rowlett: Nomads and Outsiders and Peter Monroe: Coney Island Zeitgeist Gallery, 516 Hagan Street, Suite 100. Private Landscapes is from a series based on Megan Lightell’s hometown of Coshocton, Ohio; a rural farming community currently undergoing development. Her canvases serve as quiet reminders of the time-honored themes surrounding our complicated symbiotic relationship to our natural environment and the need for being mindful of how important these sensibilities are to our very survival. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 11 am–5 pm, (615) 256-4805, zietgeist.com

Through February 28 – The Acropolis of Athens: The Photography of William James Stillman The Parthenon Museum, 2600 West End Avenue. This exhibition explores William J. Stillman’s contributions to 19th-century travel photography 30

and our historical knowledge of the Parthenon in Athens. (See page 28 for Parthenon hours)

Through February 28 – Variance: Belmont Department of Art Adjunct Faculty Leu Art Gallery, Belmont University, 1900 Belmont Boulevard. Showcasing the diverse artistic interests of current Belmont Department of Art adjunct faculty. Open Monday–Thursday 7:30 am–11 pm; Friday 7:30 am–7 pm; Saturday 9 am–7 pm; Sunday 1–11 pm. (615) 460-5476, belmont.edu/art

Through March 2 – Scholastic Art Awards Competition Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art, 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Cheekwood will display Gold Key award-winning artwork by area high school students before the work goes on to be judged by a national panel in New York. Locally, the pieces were judged by a panel of local artists and educators as a part of the Scholastic Art Awards, the oldest continuously run art competition in the nation. These award recipients are in good company—Andy Warhol and Red Grooms are past winners. (See page 28 for Cheekwood hours)

Through March 15 – Luminous: The Encaustic Work of Tom Brydelsky Tinney Contemporary, 237 Fifth Avenue North. Brydelsky’s mixed-media encaustic paintings are an investigation into the nature of perception, memory, and the living environment. Composition, atmosphere, and the unique settings he encounters all contribute to these works. Open Tuesday– Saturday, 11 am–5 pm or by appointment. (615) 255-7816, tinneycontemporary.com

Through May 11 – Frank Lloyd Wright: Building the Imperial Hotel Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. In 1915 American architect Frank Lloyd Wright was commissioned to build a Western style hotel in the heart of Tokyo called the Imperial Hotel. This exhibit explores how a single Western architect approached the melding of Japanese and Western aesthetics to create a hotel that was intended to symbolize both cultural exchange and Japan’s modernity. Open Monday–Wednesday, Saturday 10 am–5:30 pm; Thursday, Friday 10 am–9 pm; Sunday 1–5:30 pm. Admission is $10 for adults; $7 for seniors 65+, college students and active military with ID. (615) 244-3340, fristcenter.org

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