KEY Nashville September, 2013 Issue by Andrew West

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THIS MONTH’S FEATURE: Through June 8, 2014 – Reba: All the Women That I Am Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, 222 5th Ave. S. 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 personal 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 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m., 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.

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 self-guided 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, see ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060.

Mondays and Thursdays – A Tribute to the KING: 1953-1977 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. 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

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changes, and has thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to Russia. “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 and they walk away excited and entertained. A must-see show while in Nashville; come see why. To order tickets and for information, show dates and times, call (615) 758-0098 or see thenashvilleking.com.

uesdays, Fridays and Saturdays – Grand T Ole Opry Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday in September. 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 Terri Clark, Mel Tillis, Deana Carter, Craig Morgan, Thompson Square, Steve Wariner, Crystal Gayle, Hunter Hayes, Dustin Lynch, Diamond Rio, Chris Stapleton, Marty Stuart, The Black Lillies, John Anderson, and more, including the Opry induction of Old Crow Medicine Show on September 17. For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

August 31- September 1 – 24th Annual Franklin Jazz Festival 230 Franklin Rd., The Factory at Franklin, Franklin. Performers are Vintage Mandolin Quartet, Lynn Beal Big Band, J Kelley School of Performance, Cumberland Blue, Rickey Godfrey Band, Dara Tucker, Storm Kings, Clearview Jazz Orchestra, Markey Blue, San Rafael Band and Cissy Crutcher. The Franklin Jazz Festival main stage will be located in Liberty Hall, with art displayed and sold by this year’s nonprofit beneficiary, the Williamson County 3

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Cultural Arts Commission, in the adjoining Heritage room. They will also be displaying art in several other locations throughout the festival. New this year, Jamison Hall will be free and open to the public with community jazz and blues groups along with different craft vendor and sponsor booths. Shop at the boutiques, search for antiques, browse the art galleries and eat at one of the restaurants in The Factory when the musicians take a break. Saturday tickets are $18 and Sunday tickets are $13; a pass for both nights is $28. Each ticket allows for entrance to the 24th Annual Franklin Jazz Festival located in Liberty Hall and Jamison Hall. Confirmation will be e-mailed to you and your name will be on the Will Call List, which will be at each of the entrances. Children ages twelve and under and all active military (with ID) are admitted free. The bar sells a variety of wine and hand-crafted beers, and there is a coffee bar selling soda and water also. The Factory opens at 10:30a.m. Saturday and 12:30p.m. on Sunday. For more information, see franklinjazzfestival.com.

Through September 2 – Mazes Exhibit Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd. This mind-boggling collection of 3-D puzzles and

full-body games is an unforgettable adventure that’s sure to challenge and entertain visitors of all ages. Mazes winds its way over 3,800 square feet with over 60 puzzling experiences that inspire exuberant exploration and ingenuity. It’s an aMAZEing exhibit you won’t want to miss. Included with general admission. For more information, visit adventuresci. org.

September 1-2– Nashville Sounds Home Games Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St. The Nashville Sounds play the final home games of the season September 1 and 2 vs. the Iowa Cubs. The September 1 game starts at 6:35p.m. and the September 2 game begins at 12:05p.m. For tickets, go to nashvillesounds.com or call (615) 690-HITS.

September 6-15 – 107th Tennessee State Fair Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Ave. In addition to the thrilling rides of the Midway, this year's fair has many other types of entertainment. Kenya Safari Acrobats; Traditional Championship Wrestling; Nashville Rollergirls and Jr. Rollergirls; The Flying Houndz; Curly the Kid and Colonel Phil Good; The Fairest of the Fair Pageant; Hedrick's

Racing Pigs and Mr. Bond, Science Guy provide new and exciting experiences for fairgoers. Every night there will be live music running the gamut from country to R&B, and of course the cooking, livestock, gardening and crafts exhibits are on display. Hours are 5:00p.m.-10:30p.m., Friday, September 6, and Wednesday September 11 - Friday September 13; 10:00a.m. - 10:30p.m. Saturdays September 7 and 14; noon - 10:30p.m. Sundays September 11 and 15 and 8:30a.m. - 10:30p.m. Monday September 9 and Tuesday September 10. Advance tickets are available online for $6, with unlimited-ride wristbands for $25. On-site tickets are $8; $6 for children ages 3-18 or seniors over 55. For more information, see tnstatefair.org.

September 11-14 - Nashville Whiskey Festival

Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, 222 Fifth Avenue S. Midtown Wine and Spirits is hosting three nights of whiskey events, seminars and tastings culminating in a Grand Tasting Event on September 14th at the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Whiskies that will be featured include Popcorn Sutton's White Whiskey,

several of local distillery Corsair's whiskeys including Rasputin, Nikka Yoichi Single Malt 15 Year, High West Campfire, Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Stout, Templeton Rye, Laphroaig Cask Strength, Knob Creek Rye, Greenore, Angel's Envy Rye, Glen Grant 16 Year, Clontarf Irish Black and Suntory Yamazaki 12 Year. The September 11 event, Iron Cocktail, lasts from 6:30p.m. - 9:30p.m. at the Rotunda and features eight of Nashville’s best bartenders working with a particular Whiskey and a “secret” ingredient to make the best cocktail possible. Four “celebrity” judges will determine the winner of each of the four rounds. Participants will have the opportunity to sample the winning cocktails. Tickets are $65. The September 12 event, The Antique Collection, is at the Museum Library and features the most sought after whiskeys in the U.S. right now in a seminar conducted by Chris Fletcher of Buffalo Trace Distillery. Tickets are $225. The September 13 event, Women and Whiskey, is at the Rotunda and features a panel of four women including Stephanie Ridgeway, Brand Manager and Ambassador for Highland Park Scotch; Allison Patel, owner of Brenne Whiskey; Hollis Bulleit and Troy Ball, owner and distiller of Troy & Sons whiskey out of Asheville. Tickets are $75. The September

14 event, Grand Tasting, is throughout the Museum and features approximately seventy distillers pouring product and offering educational seminars from 6:00p.m. – 10:00p.m. There will also be a cigar bar, an outdoor pavilion, and a full spread of snacks available throughout the evening. Tickets are $85 for general admission and $135 for VIP, which includes early entry and an exclusive tasting. A portion of the proceeds of the festival go to the Nashville Clean Water Project.

September 14 – 11th Annual Wine on The River

Preseason Home Games Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. The Predators play two preseason home games this month: September 22 vs. the New York Islanders and September 24 vs. the Tampa Bay Lightning. The September 22 game begins at 5:00p.m. and the September 24 game begins at 7:00p.m. For single game tickets, call Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000, or go to ticketmaster.com. You may also purchase tickets at the Bridgestone Arena Box Office, open 10:00a.m. - 5:00p.m., Monday - Saturday. For more information, see the team site at predators.nhl.com.

Shelby Street Pedestrian Bridge, downtown Nashville. This year's event will be a must on the Nashville calender, as it features wine, beer and spirits from 10 different regions around the world, as well as regionally-themed menus featuring those areas. The regions highlighted are Australia/ New Zealand; France; Germany; Italy; Spain; South America; California, Washington/Oregon and Tennessee. Some of the food vendors include Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams; Hard Rock Cafe, Music City Flats, Prime 108; Mafiaoza's Pizzeria; Watermark and The Sportsgrille. Hours are 3:00p.m. -7:00p.m. Tickets are $50 in advance (plus tax), $62 the day of the event (plus tax) and $20 for designated drivers (plus tax), if tickets have not sold out in advance. Live music will be performed by Rich Cerniglia, among others. This is an event for ages 21 and over only and is rain or shine; no re-entry allowed. For more information, see wineontheriver.com or call 1 (888) 695-0888.

September 22 and 29 – Tennessee Titans Home Games

September 20-22 – 31st Annual African Street Festival

Neuhoff Building, 1315 Adams St. The Third Annual Southern Artisan Cheese Festival brings regional cheesemakers and food artisans from six Southeast states to Nashville. Attendees sample their choice of hundreds of small batch cheeses, cured meats, jams, breads, crackers, pickles, and more. The artisans who create these amazing foods are on hand to chat and offer their goods for sale. Regional craft beers and a selection of wines are included in the ticket price. Tickets are $45 for general admission, which includes a meet and chat with the cheesemakers and a $5 voucher toward purchase of any food sold at the festival. VIP tickets are $80 and include an early preview from 2:00p.m. - 2:30p.m.; meet and chat with cheesemakers; access to the VIP area with a dedicated bar; a pre-fest cheese class and a $10 voucher toward purchase of any food sold at the festival. Hours are 2:30p.m. - 6:00p.m. For tickets, see southerncheesefest.com.

Hadley Park, 1037 28th Avenue N.Hosted by the African American Cultural Alliance (AACA), this free, family-oriented festival has grown continuously and now attracts thousands who are interested in African and African American culture. The festival has expanded to include the cultures of the Caribbean, North, Central and South America and features dance demonstrations; art exhibits; food from thirty ethnicities; live gospel, reggae, jazz, blues and R&B; a bike repair clinic; Black Inventors Model Building Contest; Nashville Civil Rights Monument; health walks; a children’s pavilion, and storytelling. Hours are 6:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. Friday, and 11:00p.m. - 9:00p.m., Saturday and Sunday. For more information, see aacanashville.org.

September 22 and 24 – Nashville Predators

LP Field, 1 Titans Way. The Titans play two home games this month: September 22 vs. the San Diego Chargers at noon and September 29 vs. the New York Jets at 3:05p.m. For more information and tickets, go to titansonline.com or ticketmaster.com.

September 27-29 – 35th Annual TACA Fall Crafts Fair Centennial Park, 2598 West End Ave. This free event presents over 100 Tennessee artisans and their crafts in one of Nashville's favorite fall festivals. Crafts include woodworking, jewelry, sculpture, pottery, glass, weaving, clothing, painting, furniture and other disciplines. Hours are 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m., Friday -Saturday and 10:00a.m. -5:00p.m., Sunday. For more information, call (615) 385-1904.

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Gov't Mule with The London Souls on September 28 at 8:00p.m.; City and Color with Lucy Rose on September 29 at 7:30p.m. and Blondie with special guest X on September 30 at 7:30p.m. Buy tickets from any Ticketmaster location, the Ryman box office or online at ticketmaster.com or ryman.com. Call (615) 458-8700.

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September Events at the Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place. Packages may be purchased from the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687-6401. This month's events are: Russian Spectacular on September 5 at 7:30p.m. and September 6-7 at 8:00p.m.; Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight! on September 9 at 7:30p.m.; Bank of America Pops Series presents Chicago on September 12 at 7:00p.m. and September 13-14 at 8:00p.m.; Foreigner on September 18 at 7:30p.m.; Season Opening Gala with Renée Fleming on September 21 at 8:00p.m. and Season Opening Celebration with Al Jarreau on September 22 at 7:30p.m. For tickets, call the box office at (615) 687-6400 between 10:00a.m. and 6:00p.m. Monday - Friday or 10:00a.m. and 2:00p.m. Saturday, or go to the website at nashvillesymphony.org.

September 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 this month at the Mother Church of Country Music are The National with Frightened Rabbit on September 8 at 7:30p.m. (this show is sold out); ACM Honors hosted by Dierks Bentley on September 10 at 7:00p.m.; Chris Tucker on September 13 at 7:30p.m.; Ben Harper and Charlie Musselwhite on September 14 at 8:00p.m.; Americana Honors and Awards with host Jim Lauderdale and band leader Buddy Miller on September 14 at 8:00p.m.; The Wiggles: Taking Off! on September 19 at 6:30p.m.; Alt-J with Lord Huron on September 21 at 8:00p.m. (this show is sold out); Kenny Rogers on September 25 at 8:00p.m.; 8

Located on historic 2nd Avenue in downtown Nashville, the Wildhorse offers three floors of fun with five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. This month's concert is: Hanson Anthem with special guest Paul McDonald on September 10. Doors open at 6:00p.m.; dinner available. Shows start at 7:30p.m. Tickets are $30 general admission, $40 for reserved seating on main floor or 2nd floor rail and $65 for reserved seats on the main floor near the stage. No video or cameras without media credentials. Call (615) 902-8211 or go to ticketmaster.com or wildhorsesaloon.com for tickets.

September 3, 10, 17 and 24 – Back to Dixie Nashville Center Stage, 514 8th Ave. S. A new musical review, Back to Dixie features Southern comedy in the vein of Hee Haw but with a modern flare. The boot-kicking, fast paced dances are choreographed by Nashville choreographer Barry Amato and music and lyrics are written by Bill Bauer. The show ends with a salute to the military and a big gospel singa-long. "Don't get no better than this!" For tickets go to ticketsnashville.com. Performances begin at 7:00p.m.; tickets are $21.

September 3-14 – Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Boiler Room Theatre, The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Bldg 6. Edward Albee's Tony and New York Drama Circle Critics Award winner for Best Play of 1963 is often revived, and is considered one of the best American dramas of the 20th century. Two married couples, one middle aged and one young, spend an evening together after a university faculty party. During the evening, the faults in each marriage and each person's character are brought slowly to light, isolating each in self-pity and loathing for the others. Performances are 8:00p.m. Tuesday and Thursday - Saturday, and 2:00p.m. Sunday. Ticket prices are $27 for adults, $25 for seniors over 60 and students and $21 for children ages 12 and under. For Sunday matinées, prices are $25 for adults; $23 for seniors and students and $19 for children 12 and under. Prices are $17 on Thrifty Thursdays and

$27 for two or $13.50 for one on Two-for-Tuesdays. For more information and tickets, call (615) 7947744 or see the website at boilerroomtheatre.com. Box office hours are 11:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

September 5-15 – Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night's Dream Centennial Park Bandshell, 2600 West End Ave. The Nashville Shakespeare Festival celebrates its 26th Annual Shakespeare in the Park with what is perhaps Shakespeare's most beloved comedy. Performances are Thursday - Sunday, lasting from 7:30p.m. - 10:00p.m., with a pre-show at 6:30p.m. and a special Labor Day performance. All performances are free, but there is a suggested $10 donation. Come early for the best seating and parking; you are welcome to bring blankets or lawn chairs. The last two weeks are the most crowded, so for best seating, come sometime during the first three weeks. For information, call (615) 2552273 or see nashvilleshakes.org. Tickets are available at ticketsnashville.com. For a luxurious experience, reserve the Royal Box: for a donation of $50 you get VIP seating, a gourmet picnic dinner from Savoy Catering and "royal treatment" for the evening. Only 10 Royal Box seats are available per show; if your performance is rained out, you will be

rescheduled. For questions about the Royal Box, contact Rickey Chick Marquardt at rickeychick@ nashvilleshakes.org.

September 5-21 – Larries Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick St. In this world premiere born in Tennessee Rep's Ingram New Works Festival, Wanda sends her husband Larry an ultimatum... by e-mail, of course; she wants to have another baby or she wants a divorce. Larry doesn’t respond to the e-mail and when Wanda gets home to find out why, she discovers more than one Larry. And then another Larry shows up. And then another. The multiverse is cracking like a windshield, and there are Larries everywhere. Which Larry is her Larry? And if she finds him, does she even still want him? Performances are Tuesday - Thursday at 6:30p.m.; Friday at 7:30p.m. and Saturday at 2:30p.m. and 7:30p.m. Tickets are $45 plus tax and are available by calling (615) 782-4040 between 6:00a.m. and 9:00p.m., going online at tpac.org, or at the TPAC Box Office Monday through Friday between 10:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

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station Lightening 100 presents this free concert series every Thursday night, highlighting the best of local and national acts. The music begins at 5:30p.m. with the headliners appearing at 9:00p.m. Performers scheduled are: Local Natives, Leagues and Lulu Mae on September 5 and Moon Taxi, The Weeks and The Wild Feathers on September 12. For more information, see the website at liveonthegreen.net. Although the concerts are free, VIP tickets and packages are available for $45 for each event. The VIP experience includes access the Lightening Lounge Tent; food catered by some of the city's favorite restaurants from 5:00-8:00p.m.; complimentary beer, wine and sodas; exclusive stage access; access to VIP restrooms and a commemorative VIP wristband.

September 6-22 – The Children's Hour Street Theatre, 1933 Elm Hill Pike. Set in an all-girls' school, Lillian Hellman's play follows a rumor started by a malicious student that turns into tragedy. Performances are at 8:00p.m. Friday and Saturday and 5:00p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $18 for adults and $16 for students and seniors. For tickets, go to streettheatrecompany.org or ticketsnashville.com or call (615) 554-7414 and leave a message. Your call will be returned in 24 hours.

September 7,14, 21, 22 and 28 – Musicians Corner

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Centennial Park, 2598 West End Ave. Inspired by "Speakers Corner" in London and Nashville's hunger for free outdoor music programming, the 2013 season promises a rich diversity of performers that reflects the neighborhoods and interests of Nashville. Performers scheduled for the Saturday events are: the historic Preservation Hall Jazz Band, The Dynamites Featuring Charles Walker, Daniel Ellsworth & The Great Lakes, and the Barbershop Harmony Society on September 7; The Kingston Springs, The Floorwalkers, The Black Cadillacs, Brooke Annibale, Audrey Rose and Levi Weaver on September 14; an American Music Festival special event featuring Shelby Lynne, Promised Land Sound, Donna The Buffalo, Suzi Ragsdale, Lilly Hiatt and Emily Barker on September 21; Andrew Belle, Jenny and Tyler, Young Summer, Harrison B., Sarah Williams and Mountain Heart, Sugar and the Hi-Lows, Jeffrey James, Paperhouse, George Kamel and the Rhinestones on September 28. The events are scheduled as follows: the mobile food court served by some of Nashville's favorite food trucks opens at 11:00a.m., followed by the Beer and

Wine Garden Happy Hour from 2:00 - 3:00p.m. At 2:30p.m. the Pre-Show acoustic music begins, and from 3:00 - 6:00p.m. performers take to the Main and Acoustic stages, while Kidsville activities and the Dog of the Day competition are on board to keep the entire family engaged and happy. For more information, see musicianscornernashville. com.

September 12 - October 6 Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St. John Glore's adaptation of one of the most beloved books for children, Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time, comes to the stage with multimedia theatrical wizardry befitting the science fiction fantasy. When Meg Murray and her little brother Charles Wallace embark on a dangerous quest to find their missing father, they find that only the guidance of a mysterious trio and the power of love can save their father – and the universe – from the evil of IT. Performances are Saturday and Sunday at 2:00p.m., with an open-captioned performance on May 18. Tickets are $20 for adults; $17 for seniors over 65 and military or educators; $14 for children or students with valid IDs; $12 for groups of 10 or more and Thursday night previews are $14 for adults and $7 for children. Tickets are available from the Box Office at (615) 252-4675 or online at nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.

September 17 – Pilobolus Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing

Arts Center, 505 Deaderick St. Founded in 1971, Pilobolus has built its international following by showing the human body to be the most expressive, universal, and magical of media. Pilobolus maintains its own singular style, evolving interplay with shapeshifting, shadowplay and other explorations. Nominated for a 2012 Grammy® Award for OK Go’s All Is Not Lost video, Pilobolus has transformed from avant-garde dance company into an international entertainment brand. The performance begins at 7:30p.m. Tickets are $25 -$50 plus processing fees, and are available by calling (615) 782-4040 between 6:00a.m. and 9:00p.m., going online at tpac.org or at the TPAC Box Office Monday through Friday between 10:00a.m. 5:00p.m. For more information, see tpac.org.

September 24-29 – Disney's Beauty and the Beast Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick St. The Broadway musical based on the award-winning animated movie features such crowd-pleasing favorites as Be Our Guest. Performances are at 7:30p.m. Tuesday Thursday; 8:00p.m. Friday; 2:00p.m. and 8:00p.m. Saturday and 1:00p.m. and 6:30p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $25 -$65 plus processing fees, and are available by calling (615) 782-4040 between 6:00a.m. and 9:00p.m., going online at tpac.org or at the TPAC Box Office Monday through Friday between 10:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. For more information, see tpac. org.

Blair School of Music Concert Series September 12 at 8:00 p.m. in Steve and Judy Turner Recital Hall BMI Nightcap Series featuring violinist Peter Sheppard Skaerved in conversation and concert with Michael Alec Rose September 19 at 8:00 p.m. in Ingram Hall Amici Musicale: guitarist John Johns is joined by violinist Christian Teal and violist Kathryn Plummer for a mostly Mediterranean program September 22 at 3:00pm in Steve and Judy Turner Recital Hall Blair Voices: Amy Jarman, Gayle Shay, Tucker Biddlecombe and Jonathan Retzlaff, with pianists Jennifer McGuire and Ben Harris

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September 27 at 8:00pm in Ingram Hall Vanderbilt University Orchestra and Vanderbilt Wind Symphony, with guest wind conductor Richard Floyd. September 28 at 8:00pm in Ingram Hall Vanderbilt Symphonic Choir and Blair Chamber Choir, with guest appearance from Blair Percussion VORTEX 1 1

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THE CAT SHOPPE 2824 Bransford Ave. in 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. And don't forget to visit the rescued cats awaiting adoption. Open Monday - Saturday 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.; Sunday 1:00 - 4:00p.m. Call 297-PURR (7877).

COTTON-EYED JOE Located on the corner of Second Ave. and Broadway in the District, Nashville’s easy-to-find tourist hot spot. Main floor, street level: you are surrounded by a vast selection of gifts, souvenirs, t-shirts, jewelry and novelties at low prices. Upstairs: The Bargain Attic Area has close-out souvenirs, gifts, jewelry and t-shirts priced from 50% off original price. Upstairs and to the left: the Gift Gallery section, with new and unusual home decor and gift items. Tour buses welcome. Call 726-3302 for more information.

THE DOG STORE 2824 Bransford Ave. in Berry Hill. A large selection of gifts for people in your favorite breed: 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 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.; Sunday 1:00 - 4:00p.m. Call 279-WAGS (9247).

Gas Lamp Antique Mall 100 Powell Place, across from 100 Oaks Mall. 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. Our second location, GasLamp 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.

stores, including several first-in-market name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ impressive roster of designer outlet stores include: Coach Factory Store, Coach Mens Factory, 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.

Opry Originals Located in the heart of downtown 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. Located at 300 Broadway (Broadway at 3rd Avenue).

the opry shop 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..

WOODCUTS gallery AND FRAMing 1613 Jefferson St., (615) 321-5357 telephone and (615) 3212134 fax. Offering hundreds of open and limited edition prints, serigraphs, original pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast custom framing. See www.woodcutsfineart. com for more information.

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THE GREAT ESCAPE Featuring a huge selection of current and out-of-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 Ave. (which includes our outlet store, The Great Escape 1/2-Price-Or-Less Store), 3852116; and near Opry Mills at 111-B Gallatin Rd. N. at Old Hickory Boulevard, 865-8052. Open 10:00a.m. - 9:00p.m., Monday - Saturday and 11:00a.m. - 7:00p.m., Sunday. Need cash? The Great Escape also buys!

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dining AQUARIUM Aquarium offers sensational seafood in a unique setting – guests 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 are recommended at any time. Call 514-FISH, visit aquariumrestaurants.com or become a fan on Facebook.

CANTINA LAREDO The Gulch, 592 12th Avenue South. Delicious margaritas, top shelf 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 week day dinners or special events. For more information call (615) 259-9282 or see cantinalaredo.com.

CLAIM JUMPER 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 Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. Or relax in the saloon to enjoy cocktails and Claim Jumper’s own craft beers. See website at claimjumper.com.

Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 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 5:30p.m. and show time is 6:30p.m. Dinner and show is $39.95, show only is $26. Located at 2416 Music Valley Dr., Music Valley Village, across from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. 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, and 14

ranges 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 514-3000. www.rainforestcafe.com.

the smiling elephant 2213 8th Ave. S., (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. Come to enjoy exquisite food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon entering. Open lunch and dinner, Monday - Friday. Open for dinner Saturday. See thesmilingelephant.com

Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering

Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S. 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, 11:00a.m. - 2:30p.m. Two Twenty • Two 2Go offers soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items and beverages seven days a week from 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. The 2Go bar accepts orders by phone and fax. Call (615) 2916759 or fax (615) 291-6761.

WILDHORSE SALOON Located on 2nd Ave., downtown. The Wildhorse offers three floors of action packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week and is the place to 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. Hours subject to change due to private events. www.wildhorsesaloon.com.

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

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

history at Andrew Jackson’s presidential home.

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.

615.889.2941 www.TheHermitage.com

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attractions ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER 800 Fort Negley Blvd. 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, $12 for seniors (65+), $11 for children ages 2-12, and free for toddlers under age 2. Open 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Monday through Saturday, and new, extended hours Sunday, 10:00a.m.– 5:00p.m. For more information, see adventuresci.org.

Back to Dixie Nashville Center Stage, 514 8th Ave. S. A new musical review, Back to Dixie features Southern comedy in the vein of Hee Haw but with a modern flare. The boot-kicking, fast paced dances are choreographed by Nashville choreographer Barry Amato and music and lyrics are written by Bill Bauer. The show ends with a salute to the military and a big gospel sing- a-long. "Don't get no better than this!" For tickets go to ticketsnashville.com. Performances begin at 7:00p.m.; tickets are $21.

BELLE MEADE PLANTATION 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 Frontier Life – 1790-1820. Demonstrations will vary and will include gardening, blacksmithing and cooking. Restaurant and Museum store on property. Located at 5025 Harding Road, an easy seven miles from downtown. Call (615) 3560501 or log on to www.bellemeadeplantation.com.

BELMONT MANSION 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, 10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m., Sunday, 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m., closed all major holidays. (615) 460-5459.

BICENTENNIAL MALL STATE PARK 741-5280 or 888-TNPARKS (888-867-2757, toll free). James Robertson Parkway. A 19-acre outdoor Tennessee history museum north of the State Capitol. Cost: free; except special events. Hours: daylight - midnight.

CARNTON PLANTATION 1345 Carnton Lane, Franklin, TN. 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 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m., Monday - Saturday and noon - 5:00p.m., Sunday. Closed most major holidays. For more information, see the webpage BattleofFranklinTrust.org.

CHEEKWOOD BOTANICAL GARDEN and MUSEUM OF ART Beautiful botanic gardens located on a 55 acre estate with a residence listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The residence houses American and European art and a newer building is dedicated to presenting contemporary art. In the summer and fall months there are themed art installations in the gardens that change annually. Art education classes are offered for children on Saturday and Tuesday. 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Open Tuesday - Saturday 9:30a.m. - 4:30p.m. and Sunday 11:00a.m. - 4:30p.m.

cooter's place 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. Located at Exit 12 off Briley Pkwy, 2613 - B McGavock Pk., across from Opryland Hotel. Open daily at 9:00a.m. Call (615) 872-8358 for more information or directions, or see them on the web at cootersplace.com.

Country Music Hall of Fame ® and Museum 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 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. 222 Fifth Avenue South. Call (615) 416-2001 for more information or log onto their website at www.countrymusichalloffame.com.

THE FRIST CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS The downtown attraction features many traveling exhibitions, and focuses on art education for the community, for children and adults alike. Located at 919 Broadway. Open Monday - Wednesday and Saturday 10:00a.m. - 5:30p.m., Thursday and Friday 10:00a.m. - 9:00p.m. and Sunday 1:005:30p.m. For more information, call 244-3340 or log on to www.fristcenter.org. 2 1

GENERAL JACKSON SHOWBOAT Climb aboard the General Jackson Showboat for a unique entertainment experience! This 300 ft 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 down the Cumberland. For tickets and more information call (615) 458-3900 or buy on line at generaljackson.com.

The Grand ole opry The world’s longest-running live radio show features the best in country, bluegrass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Terri Clark, Mel Tillis, Deana Carter, Craig Morgan, Thompson Square, Steve Wariner, Crystal Gayle, Hunter Hayes, Dustin Lynch, Diamond Rio, Chris Stapleton, Marty Stuart, The Black Lillies, John Anderson, and more, including the Opry induction of Old Crow Medicine Show on September 17. Shows: Friday, 7:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Tuesday shows March through December at 7:00 p.m. For tickets, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Pass Tours 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.

The Hermitage 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville 37076. A tour of this 1837 mansion by guides in period costume will enchant you. The tombs of Andrewv and Rachel are located in the beautiful heirloom garden. Other historic buildings include slave quarters and the church that Andrew 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. Operating hours: April 1 - November 15, 8:30a.m. - 5:00p.m.; November 16 through March 31, 9:00a.m. 4:30p.m. Admission is $19 for adults; $16 for seniors; $14 for students 13-18; $9 for children 6-12 and children under 6 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 Grand Opening Saturday, June 18, from noon – 5:00p.m. will be an exciting day for children - no charge for children 12 and under, and a petting zoo, pony rides, hay rides and a young dance troupe will entertain. Celebrate with games and historic house tours. 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 are in a living history, nineteenth century 40-acre settlement.

Self-guided tours and group and school tours are available. Special programs and activities are offered throughout the year. Located 12 miles south of Clarksville off Hwy 48. Follow signs to site in Southside, TN. Phone is 931-6489141. E-mail: jintown@aol.com. Open Thursday through Sunday, 1:00-5:00p.m. through October 12. For more information, see the website historiccollinsville.com.

HISTORIC MANSKER’S STATION FRONTIER LIFE CENTER Located in Moss-Wright Park on Caldwell Rd. in Goodlettsville, TN. A staffed, living history site maintained by the City of Goodlettsville, the site represents the station built by Kasper Mansker in the late 18th century. Six times a year, artisans, craftsmen and volunteers populate the station for a weekend, giving a true representation of pioneerlife. Also located in Manskers Station is the Bowen House, a plantation house of the era. A tour of the house and the Station begins inside the house with a short film which gives the history of both of the sites. Tours of the house and station are $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. Group rates are also available. Call (615) 859-FORT (3678) for more information.

HISTORIC RCA STUDIO B 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, TN. Between 9:00a.m. and 4:30p.m. 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.

Jeff Jeffrey's Country & Gospel jubilee 2416 Music Valley Dr., in Miss Jeanne's Mystery Dinner Theatre, across from Gaylord Opryland Resort. Country and gospel artists play Fridays from 7:00p.m. - 9:00p.m. Guests may purchase beverages and food ranging from snacks to a buffet or full course served dinner. Tickets are $15 for adults and $6 for children under 12 in advance or $18 for adults and $6 for children at the door. For more information, see NashvilleCGJubilee.com or call (615) 361-5241.

JOHNNY CASH MUSEUM 119 3rd Ave S. in downtown Nashville. 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 23

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. Hours are 11:00a.m. to 7:00p.m. 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. 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 through Monday, 10:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. 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.

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from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. Don't miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are welcome. Call (615) 885-4747 for information and reservations or go to nashvillenightlife.com.

NASHVILLE ZOO AT GRASSMERE 3777 Nolensville Road, (615) 833-1534. Where can an animal lover, a history buff, and a dare-devil all have the time of their lives? At Nashville Zoo! Come experience our 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 our Patton Family Wild Animal Carousel and ride 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. 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. Visit the Zoo's website at nashvillezoo.org for more information.

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 from The Carter House at 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN 37064. For more information, call( 615) 790-7190 or visit LotzHouse.com.

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1160 Otter Creek Road. A great place for an energetic hike up steep ridge trails, or a leisurely walk along paved roads,a Radnor has some of the highest hills in the Nashville Basin, and the Ganier Ridge and South Cove trails are nice, challenging hikes for a day hiker, but there are also flat, 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, turkeys and turtles during a walk around Radnor Lake. The park is about a 5-minute drive from I-65, Exit 78, Harding Place.

For an irreverent look at the "low lights" of Nashville, there is only one tour company to call: NashTrash. The Jugg sisters' big pink bus takes 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, is best for adults, and BYOB coolers of wine or beer are permitted. 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 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 5:30p.m. and show time is 6:30p.m. Admission for the dinner and show is $39.95, show only is $26. Located at 2416 Music Valley Dr., in Music Valley Village, across the street 2 4

Located in Centennial Park off of West End, 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 ft. statue of Athena, the largest indoor sculpture in North America. There are also art exhibits showcased there.

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Ryman Auditorium 2003, 2004 and 2011 Pollstar Concert Industry Awards "Theater Of The Year" and 2009 Academy of Country Music's "Venue of the Year". Located downtown at 116 Fifth Avenue North, the Ryman has your summer entertainment line up covered. The Ryman is open daily for tours from 9:00a.m. - 4:00p.m. Tickets for all shows and a full event schedule are available on ryman.com.

Ryman Tours Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Avenue N. 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 1880s in the welcome video. Self-guided tours are $13 cont.on pg. 27

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DAYTIME TOURS

A must-see in Nashville, a daytime tour of the Opry House provides a behind-the-scenes look at country music’s most famous show courtesy of video host Blake Shelton.

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After you see the show, see what happens behind the scenes! Video host Darius Rucker shares interesting tales from backstage as well as his thoughts on what makes the Opry one of a kind. Plus you’ll get an exclusive look at dressing rooms, musicians’ areas, and the backstage activity after a show.

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Daytime Tour video host BLAKE SHELTON

Post-Show Tour video host DARIUS RUCKER

With this new tour, an exclusive group of fans can, for the first time ever, experience the Opry as true backstage VIPs. You’ll go behind the scenes in the exciting moments just before show time, learning from your knowledgeable guide and others about the inner workings of the show and watching Opry staffers and artists readying for another great night of music. Then you’ll be on stage as the big red curtain goes up for the first performance of the show.

615-871-OPRY • OPRY.COM • OPRY BOX OFFICE Opry House Backstage Pass Tours are available February-October. Daytime tours can be booked up to two weeks in advance. Post-show tours available after most Opry performances. Tour schedules and times may vary based upon Opry House availability. cont. on pg. 27 2 5

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The UPPER ROOM Chapel and Museum The tone here is tranquility and meditation.

Special Museum Exhibit Through November His work is famous, but he is not. Artist Warner E. Sallman Come see Christ Knocking at Heart’s Door, The Good Shepherd, Christ the Pilot and many more 1908 Grand Avenue • 615-340-7207 • upperroom.org $4 admission/donation - children 12 and under free - Free Parking Open Mon. - Fri. 8:00am - 4:30pm, closed weekends & holidays

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for adults; $6.50 for children ages 4-11. Backstage tours are $17 and $10. To buy tour tickets, go to ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060.

TENNESSEE STATE CAPITOL Charlotte Ave, between 6th and 7th Ave. 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 9:00a.m., and the final tour at 3:00p.m. Self-guided tours are also available at the Information Desk.

TENNESSEE STATE MUSEUM 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. The museum is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. and 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. on Sundays. It is closed on Mondays. Admission is free. It is located at Fifth and Deaderick in downtown Nashville. Parking is at paid lots on weekdays. Visitors park free-of-charge on weekends at the State Employee parking lots located to the west of the State Capitol, off of Charlotte Ave. For more information, call (615) 741-2692, toll free at 1-800-407-4324 or at the website: tnmuseum.org.

TOOTSIE'S ORCHID LOUNGE 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 10pm. Hosted by John Stone. Downtown at 422 Broadway. 615-726-0463; tootsies.net.

The upper room 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. Through November, see an exhibit of Warner E. Sallman's work, best know for The Head of Christ, one of the world's most recongnizable paintings, seen on page 26. Come experience the tranquility of the Upper Room amid the city's tumult. Open Monday-Friday, 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m. Closed holidays and weekends. 1908 Grand Ave., 340-7207. upperroom.org/chapel.

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERs There are two Visitor Information Centers in Nashville. One is at 5th and Broadway downtown in the glass tower of the Bridgestone Arena, (615) 259-4747. Open 8:00a.m. -

5:30p.m Monday-Saturday; 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. 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 4th Ave. N. in the lobby of the Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau, (615) 259-4700. Open 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m. 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 and benefits the Monroe Carrell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.

Wildhorse saloon Located on 2nd Avenue in downtown Nashville, 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) 9028200 or go to the website at wildhorsesaloon.com.

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Through November 10 – LIGHT by Bruce Munro Cheekwood Museum and Botanic Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park Dr. host the second-ever North American exhibition of LIGHT, a stunning outdoor art installation by acclaimed British artist Bruce Munro. Using an inventive array of materials and hundreds of miles of glowing optic fiber, Munro will transform Cheekwood’s beautiful gardens into an enchanting, dream-like landscape. This sitespecific exhibition follows a wildly popular U.S. debut at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, and has been uniquely designed by the artist to incorporate Cheekwood's gentle hills, scenic views and magnificent gardens. Cheekwood will offer extended hours on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings until 11:00p.m. to present the exhibition in its most stunning state: under the night sky. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6 - 17. Hours are 9:30a.m. - 4:30p.m. Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00a.m. - 4:30p.m. Sunday. Go to cheekwood.org or call (615) 356-8000.

Through October 13 – Jack Spencer: Beyond the Surface Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. In his approach to photography, Spencer emphasizes invention over documentation. The medium’s ambiguous relationship between fact and fiction is well suited for the exploration of his own unconscious terrain. Many photographers seek to unveil their subjects, to suggest truth behind the visual fact. Nashville, TN photographer Jack Spencer’s approach is to veil the observed surface of reality with beauty, mystery, and a keen awareness of photography’s capacity to confound our sense of time. Open 10:00a.m. - 5:30p.m. Monday - Wednesday; 10:00a.m. - 9:00p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10:00a.m. - 5:30 Saturday and 1:00 - 5:30p.m. Sunday. Admission is $10 for adults; $7 for college 28

students with ID, seniors over 65 and active military with ID. For information, call (615) 244-3340 or see the website at fristcenter.org.

September 5 – Hillsboro Village Art Walk Hillsboro Village shops and restaurants. Held on the first Thursday of each month, Hillsboro Village restaurants, galleries and boutiques host an assortment of artists, bands, raffles and other events in the evening from 5:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. There is free parking after 6:00p.m. behind the Cornerstone Financial building and free street parking after 6:00p.m. For more information, call (615) 294-5441 or see the Facebook page Hillsboro Village Events.

September 6 – Franklin Art Crawl Historic downtown Franklin. $5 Trolley rides, charming shops and galleries, live music and refreshments make Franklin a great place to be from 6:009:00p.m. on the first Friday of the month. For more information, see franklinartscene.com.

September 7 – The First Saturday Art Crawl Downtown galleries. One of the major monthly visual art events in downtown Nashville, First Saturday Art Crawl, a free event, continues to offer more artistic experiences with more venues participating, including The Arts Company, Frist Center for the Visual Arts, The Rymer Gallery, Tennessee Art League, Tinney Contemporary and Art at the Arcade. Presenting local and world-renowned artists and artwork, the galleries offer rare opportunities to view diverse exhibitions featuring every genre of art. The Nashville Downtown Partnership provides two free shuttles among the galleries until 10:00p.m. Hours are from 6:00p.m. - 9:00p.m. To see the gallery list and shuttle map, go to the website nashvilledowntown.com/play.

September 14 - Second Saturday at 5 Points 5 Points, 1024 Woodland St. East Nashville galleries and merchants on Woodland St., Holly St., Forrest Ave., South 11th St. and Fatherland St. 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 6:00p.m. - 9:00p.m., but check individual galleries for hours. For updates, see their Facebook page at facebook.com/5points2saturday#!/5points2sat urday.

Blue Heron Nature Cruises Boarding at Riverbluff Park, 175 Old Cumberland St. Ashland City, TN. Take a leisurely cruise on a 40-foot pontoon boat specially built for nature excursions, and with Captain Jim Steele, a U.S. Coast Guard licensed Captain at the helm. The cruise takes you through parts of Cheatham Wildlife Management Area, where American bald eagles, kingfishers, cliff swalls, osprey, cormorants, mallards, wild turkeys, Canadian geese and of course blue heron have been spotted. There are several differently themed cruises, including Nature, Sunset, Kids Adventure, Eagle Nest, Waterfront Homes, Fall Foliage and Private Parties. Length of the trips vary from about 90 minutes to 3 1/2 hours, and prices range from $11 for adults and $9 for kids ages 2 12 to $300 for a 3 hour private pontoon weekend party. Reservations taken by phone only: call (615) 385-7007. There is no age restriction. Open March - November. For more information, see blueheroncruises.com.

Bounce-U 2990 Sidco Dr., off I-65. Have your children work off their excess energy in a safe, indoor setting of inflatable slides, bouncing gyms and games. All ages are welcome on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3:00p.m. - 6:00p.m. and Saturday morning from 8:30a.m. - 10:00a.m. for open bounce sessions, costing $6.95 per child and $5.95 for each additional sibling. There are other events to choose from as well, such as Parents' Night Out on Friday from 6:00p.m.- 9:00p.m. and Preschool Playdates on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. Reservations are necessary; call (615) 255-1422.

Nashville Children's Theatre Nashville Children's Theatre, 724 Second Ave. South, behind the Metro Howard School Building Complex. Nashville Children's Theatre provides imaginative and educational entertainment, and was named by Time magazine as one of the top five children's theatre programs in the nation. See the Performing Arts section of this magazine for the current production. Tickets are $19 for adults and $12 for children ages 2-17. For tickets and information, call (615) 254-9103 or see the website at nct-dragonsite.org. For this month's show, please see page 10.

Natchez Trace Riding Stables 12 miles south of Leiper's Fork and 3 miles of the

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historic Natchez Trace Parkway, Natchez Trace Stables is nestled in rolling green hills and crystal clear springs. The trails wind through woods, across meadows into Lick Creek and beyond. Offering riding experiences for everyone from beginners to expert riders. Horses are calm and friendly, and the guides are experienced. The most popular ride is the two hour ride. For more information, see the website at natcheztracestables.com. By reservation only; for reservations and rates, please call 931-6823706.

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. For more information, call (615) 242-4750.

Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood, TN (1/2 mile north of the Old Hickory Boulevard intersection with Granny White Pike). There are free tours for the public on the second Friday of every month from March through November. Reservations are required. The telescopes will be open for viewing; if it is cloudy, astronomers will provide a Q & A session. Upcoming free Telescope Nights are on September 13, October 11, and November 8. Reservations are required and are available 30 days prior to each Telescope Night. Upcoming Open House Days are September 4, October 2, and November 6 from 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m. These days are free and don't require reservations. See dyer.vanderbilt.edu. 29

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