Nashville KEY October, 2014 Issue

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events THIS MONTH’S FEATURES: Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays – Grand Ole Opry 2804 Opryland Drive. 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 Little Big Town, Mel Tillis, Kellie Pickler, Cole Swindell, Lady Antebellum, Trace Adkins, Craig Morgan, Charlie Daniels Band, Darryl Worley, Kristian Bush, The Willis Clan, Ashley Monroe, Shawn Camp, Terri Clark, Montgomery Gentry, Danielle Bradbery, and many more! Plus, don’t miss the Opry’s 89th Birthday Bash October 10 and 11! For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

Thursdays – Opry Country Classics Emanating from the Ryman Auditorium during the spring and fall season, Opry Country Classics is hosted by Opry member Larry Gatlin and features performances of country music the world knows best, performed by legends of the genre as well as the rising stars the legends have influenced. The fall run begins now through October 23. Among the Spotlight Artists appearing this month are Mel Tillis, Vince Gill and Paul Franklin.

For tickets and information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

Saturdays in October, +Sunday, October 19 – Musicians Corner Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. Free family-friendly weekly festival and giant lawn party with stellar music, a mix of Nashville’s best food trucks, free Kidsville activities, Dogville, and a Beer Garden serving Nashville’s local brews. Headliners include Melinda Doolittle, Fairfield Four, Revolfusion, Viva Mexico on October 4; Dave Barnes, The Soil and the Sun, JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound, The Imer Santiago Quartet on October 11; The Delta Saints, The Vespers, Kink Ador, Madeline Slate

on October 18; Special Sunday Event with Chris Stapleton, Steve Moakler, Magnolia Sons, Mickey Guyton on October 19; Andrew Ripp, Blackfoot Gypsies, Andrew Combs, Rio on October 25. 12–5 pm. musicianscornernashville.com

October 1-5 – Disney on Ice: Frozen Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Academy Award® winner and number one animated feature film of all time comes to life on the ice. Audiences will get to sing along as Anna, a girl with an extraordinary heart, embarks on an epic journey to find her sister, the magical Elsa, who is determined to remain secluded as she tests the limits of her powers. Rugged mountain man Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, the lovable and hilarious snowman Olaf and the mystical trolls help Anna along the way in this story about love conquering fear.

October 4 – Celebrate Nashville Cultural Festival Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. This free festival provides an opportunity for intercultural dialogue through a Nashville festival experience and features over 60 dance and music performances on multiple stages. Traditional cultural dances, Aztec dancers, with modern fusion and blues provide a cultural array of entertainment. Food vendors will offer authentic and exotic tastes from around the world. Sample everything from empanadas, falafels and hot chicken to injer (Ethiopian bread), gyros, and Mexican popsicles. Some vendors will also be open for breakfast this year. Hands-on children’s activities, an area just for teens, a marketplace, and so much more make this a festival for everyone! celebratenashville.org

October 4 – Antiques Appraisal Fair Lotz House, 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin.

Open to the public, 10 am–3 pm. Bring your antiques and treasures to learn their value and the item’s history from the experts. The cost is $20 for the appraisal of one item, $25 for two items or $30 for three items. Maximum three pieces allowed at a time. For each appraisal, guests will receive one free admission and guided tour of the Lotz House Museum. lotzhouse.com 3

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October 4-5 – Fall Fest The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane. A weekend of fun, live music, specialty foods, art and history.

Over 100 artists will display an array of products including photography, basketry, ceramics, painting, jewelry, leather, woodwork and much more!

Engaging activities for children and adults alike will provide a memorable historical, cultural and unique experience. Admission: $5 adults; free for children 11 and under. thehermitage.com

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

October 5, 12, 26 – Titans Football Home Games LP Field, 1 Titans Way. Come cheer on the Tennessee Titans as they take on the Cleveland Browns on October 5; the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 12; the Houston Texans on October 26. All games start at 12 noon. Tickets can be purchased online, by phone, or by visiting the Ticket Office at LP Field or any Ticketmaster outlet. titansonline.com

October 6-11 – Whiskey Festival Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, 222 Fifth Avenue South. This festival is all about celebrating whiskeys and bourbons. It offers guests the opportunity to meet distillers, taste whiskeys, learn about the whiskey-making process, enjoy live music, good food and more. Find the menu at nashvillewhiskeyfestival.

October 9, 11, 14, 21, 23, 25 – Nashville Predators Home Games Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. NHL hockey in Smashville! The Predators play against the Ottawa Senators on October 9; the Dallas Stars on October 11; the Calgary Flames on October 14; the Phoenix Coyotes on October 21; the Chicago Blackhawks on October 23; the Pittsburgh Penguins on October 25. All games start at 7 pm. For single game tickets, call ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000, or go to ticketmaster.com or purchase tickets at the Bridgestone Arena Box Office, open 10 am–5 pm, Monday–Saturday. visit predators.nhl.com

events October 10-12 – Southern Festival of Books War Memorial Plaza. A free event that offers readers and writers an opportunity to interact, promote and celebrate the joy of reading and lifelong learning. Each year the festival brings to Nashville 200 of the nation’s and region’s most prominent authors of many genres, and each take part in a solo reading or panel discussion, followed by a book signing. humanitiestennessee.org

October 10-12 – Oktoberfest Historic Germantown. Join a celebration of German tradition that is fun for the whole family with live German music, German food, German beer, and even polka dancing. For a few days, come and treat yourself to delicious food from popular local restaurants and food trucks, plus a special Oktoberfest brew from Yazoo Brewing Co. General admission is free. Wristbands for beer may be purchased on site. Or even better, go VIP for an exclusive Oktoberfest experience! thenashvilleoktoberfest.com

October 10-11 – Opry Birthday Bash 2804 Opryland Drive. The Grand Ole Opry® presented by Humana® is set to celebrate its 89th birthday with a weekend full of Opry shows where country favorites will share the stage with the Opry’s birthday cake, plus a special birthday concert, backstage tours, free music in the Opry Plaza, and more! opry.com

October 11 – Second Saturday Laser Shows at Sudekem Planetarium Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. After-hours showings of stunning planetarium and special laser music shows, with millions of stars and digital visual effects. See a single show or buy tickets for all three! Fun and a little bit scary, “Laser Fright Light” features lasers, stars, pumpkins, skeletons, spiders, and hamsters performing to the music of Michael Jackson, Metallica, Weird Al Yankovic, Blue Oyster Cult and others at 8:30 pm and 9:30 pm; “Laser Dark,” at 10:30 pm, is an alternative music experience featuring Smashing Pumpkins, Alice in Chains, Rage Against the Machine, Garbage, White Zombie and more.

Tickets available at the door, at the admission desk on the day of the event or online at sudekum planetarium.com.

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events October 11, 12 – Spirit Fest Donelson Station, 108 Donelson Pike.This psychic fair and music venue is a kaleidoscope of entertainment, information, the discovery of amazing goods, relaxation, fun and food. spiritfesttn.com

October 17 – Franklin Wine Festival The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin. Attendees will enjoy extensive offerings by Middle Tennessee’s finest chefs paired with more than 300 selected wines from around the world, as well as bidding on wonderful items during the silent and live auction, live entertainment, celebrity wine pourers, and other great surprises. Tickets are $89 in advance, $100 at the door. franklinwinefestival.com

October 17-19 – Fall Festival and Tennessee State Pow Wow Long Hunter State Park, 2910 Hobson Pike. Each October the Indians from around the Nation gather to share part of their culture. It’s a reunion of family and friends, and for tourists to join the celebration of culture still nurtured by the some 10,000 Indians who call Tennessee home today. Treat yourself to the delights of authentic Indian food, such as fry bread, Indian tacos and hominy. Plenty of parking, and feel free to bring your own lawn chair.

Admission: $6 adults; $3 seniors and ages 6 -12; free for children 5 and under. naiatn.org

October 17-18 – Tennessee History Festival Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, 600 James Robertson Parkway. Interact with civilians, soldiers and other historic figures as they bring Tennessee’s rich history alive with demonstrations, re-enactors and other interpretive programming. Free, 10 am– 5 pm both days. tnstateparks.com

October 18 – Conexión Américas Hispanic Heritage Celebration Historic Cannery Ballroom, 1 Cannery Row. This not-to-be-missed fiesta honoring Hispanic Heritage Month features live Latin music, authentic Latin American food, dance performances and instruction. General admission $50, free valet parking. 6 –11 pm; 21+ event.

October 18 – Tennessee Beer Festival Two Rivers Mansion, 3130 McGavock Pike. Over 30 breweries will offer samples from the best local, regional, national, and import breweries in the world, 6

including a selection of 90 -100 different beers and a selection of wine. Live music, artisan booths and plenty of free parking from 12 noon–5 pm; 21+ event; tnbeerfestival.com

October 18-19 – Music & Molasses Arts & Crafts Festival Ellington Agricultural Center, 440 Hogan Road.

Sorghum molasses making the old-time way is one of the many special demonstrations that can be enjoyed with cooking and tasting at the sorghum mill. Bluegrass music, free wagon rides, Farmer for a Day area for young children, country cloggers, a grist mill, traditional crafts for sale, food including homemade cakes and pies, log cabin activities for children, pony rides, animals to pet, and much more makes this a weekend of family fun!

Admission: $6; free for children 4 and under. Free parking. No pets please. Saturday 9 am–5 pm; Sunday 10 am–4 pm, tnagmuseum.org

October 19 – Jazz on the Cumberland Concert Series Cumberland Park Amphitheater, 592 South First Street. Enjoy great live music featuring Jason Eskridge and friends, the Nashville sunset, and watch the downtown skyline light up overlooking the Cumberland River. You’ll hear some of the area’s best local, regional, and national jazz artists. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome, and food will be available for purchase from local food trucks. Fun for the entire family, with a kid’s play zone, including a climbing wall, playground, and water slides. This is a free evening event (5:30–8 pm) with plenty of free parking in Lot R, under the pedestrian street bridge.

October 24-26 – Nashville Flea Market Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Avenue, (615) 862-5016. You’ll find a huge variety of gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts, tools, housewares, handmade clothing, and hundreds of thousands of other items each month, at one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Dealers and vendors from 30 states offer their wares to the buying public. Admission is free; parking $5. Friday 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 7 am–6 pm; Sunday 7 am–4 pm; nashvilleexpocenter.org

October 25 – Music City Bacon and Barrel Festival Nashville Farmers’ Market, 900 Rosa Parks Blvd.

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monly appreciated southern traditions – hearty food and distilled spirits. We will bring together 30 of Nashville’s best restaurants and a vast array of distilled spirits to savor a weekend of bacon, bbq and all the good things that come from old oak barrels. baconandbarrel.com

October 25 – Whites Creek Fall Craft Festival Fontanel Mansion, 4225 Whites Creek Pike. All are encouraged to come early and stay late to experience the many activities throughout the extensive

events property. Festival craftspeople and designers will be offering tips and displaying their wares including antique restorations, burnt wood, blacksmithing, jewelry, woodcarving, leather, and repurposed art, as you wander through a maze of artisan booths.

Take the kids to the Fun Zone, traipse through the pumpkin patch, bungie jump, hike the trails, tour the mansion and distillery, enjoy live music, food and drink. Then, await the start of Hauntanel later that evening. Free, 9 am–4 pm, hauntanel.com

and one for visitors 13 and up. Activities will include Haunted Hay Rides, Trick or Treating, a murder mystery puzzle, storytellers, live music, October 17-19, 23-26 – Ghouls at mansion ghost tours, fortune tellers, Grassmere Costumes movies on the lawn, and much more!

Welcome Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Family Session is from 4-7 pm, and the at all Nolensville Road. Nashville’s littlest After Dark Session from 7pm-10 pm is Events ghosts, goblins and monsters are invited not recommended for children under the to don their favorite costume and head to age of 13. Food carts available for addithe Zoo for seven nights of delightfully frightful tional purchase. thehermitage.com fun, from 5–9 pm each night. Guests are invited to enjoy twenty trick-or-treat stations along the October 25 – Haunted Museum Ghost Zoo’s pathways, play games at the Carn-evil Story Festival tent and brave a haunted hayride along the Tennessee State Museum, 505 Deaderick Zoo’s back roads. Other activities include rides Street. This annual event from 12 noon–4 pm on the scary-go-round, dance party at Monster features a “ghost trail” through the museum Mash, animal shows at Monsterpiece Theater, with prizes, crafts and refreshments. At various light show and much more at this community stops, there will be chilling ghost stories from favorite designed to appeal to families with Tennessee’s past, including the Bell Witch, the children ages 12 and under. nashvillezoo.org Cherokee spirit Spearfinger, John Murrell’s thumb, and many other scary tales. A popular October 24-26 – Hauntanel stop along the trail is on the mezzanine which Fontanel Mansion, 4225 Whites Creek Pike. Kids houses the museum’s 3,500-year-old mummy, young and old will enjoy a 2-mile old-fashioned along with the mummified cat. It is a free event hayride through the dusky “haunted woods” with lots of surprises! tnmuseum.org while a costumed guide treats guests to scary tales of long ago with various spooks and scary October 25 – Pumpkinfest things along the journey. Hosted from 5–11 Main Street, Historic Downtown Franklin. pm, and tailored for families and younger chilFamily-friendly entertainment and live music dren 6–8 pm. There will be a variety of music on two stages from 10 am–6 pm, free games and fall foods and beverages, and not so scary and children’s activities, pony rides, photos with Halloween movies. The “freeks and creeps” princesses, and more than 75 arts and crafts come out for an expanded outdoor walking booths offering handcrafted fall and holiday haunt over the greenway and into the woods, products. Sharpen your skills for an extreme not for the faint of heart. hauntanel.com pumpkin carving contest, and see the Great Pumpkin from Franklin’s sister city, Carleton October 25 – Hauntings Place, Ontario, Canada. Children, adults, and The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane. This evening pets: dress up for the costume contest! hisof historic mystery and fright is divided into two toricfranklin.com sessions – one for families with young children,

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Kip Moore: Up in Smoke with Charlie Worsham and Sam Hunt on October 17; Wilco on October 21 and 22; First Aid Kit on October 29; Drive-By Truckers with special guests Houndmouth on October 30. Buy tickets at Ryman box office, ryman.com, ticketmaster.com, ticketmaster outlets or call (615) 458-8700.

October at the Wildhorse Saloon

October at the Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place. Packages may be purchased from the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687- 6401. Concerts this month are Yo-Yo Ma with the Nashville Symphony on October 1; Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2 (Morning Concert) on October 3; “All Rachmaninoff” on October 3 and 4; Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis on October 5; The Music of Michael Jackson with the Nashville Symphony on October 10; REO Speedwagon (without orchestra) on October 19; Bruce Hornsby (without orchestra) on October 20; Orchestral Fireworks! Works by Paganini, Strauss & More on October 24 and 25; Halloween Movie Night: Phantom of the Opera (without orchestra) on October 28; The Music of Queen with the Nashville Symphony on October 30. For tickets and showtimes, call the box office at (615) 687- 6400 between 10 am and 6 pm Monday through Friday or 10 am and 2 pm Saturday, or go to the website at nashvillesymphony.org.

October at the Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North.

This stellar venue is a sixtime winner of Pollstar’s Concert Theatre of the Year award and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year. Concerts and events this month are Best of Jethro Tull by Ian Anderson on October 1; Opry Country Classics hosted by Larry Gatlin (pictured) on October 2, 9, 16 and 23; Jerry Lee Lewis on October 4; Loretta Lynn with Brandy Clark on October 10 and with special guests on October 11; Josh Turner with Striking Matches: Benefit for Cumberland Heights on October 15; 10

120 Second Avenue North. Three floors of fun with five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse boasts extraordinary talent and fine house bands, dancers and memorable performers. October 3 features Wilson Phillips with special guest Brynn Elliot. Sisters Carnie and Wendy Wilson are the daughters of The Beach Boys’ genius Brian Wilson, while Chynna Phillips is the daughter of The Mamas & The Papas’ John and Michelle Phillips. Together the gals produce a harmonic blend that does their parents proud while achieving their own chart-topping success.

Doors open at 6 pm, show at 7:30 pm, and dinner is available. For venue info or show tickets call (615) 902-8200 or buy online at ticketmaster.com or wildhorsesaloon.com.

Through October – Death by Drumstick and Piddle Me This Two different productions from the uproarious traveling Mel O’Drama Theater. These ‘fun & family’ murder mystery dinners are filled with singing, dancing, audience interaction, and comedy that will have you laughing like you’ve never laughed before. Shows are brought to several locations and can even accommodate your tour group, family and friends. Tickets include dinner and an unforgettable evening. Check out show details and performance locations in the Middle Tennessee area at melodramatheater.org or call (615) 417-2034.

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Through October 4 – Bye Bye Birdie

October 3 – Full Moon Pickin’ Party

The Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike.

Winner of the 1961 Tony Award for Best Musical, Bye Bye Birdie is one of the most captivating musical shows of our time. Who can forget Conrad Birdie singing “One Last Kiss?” Dinner seating one hour prior to start of show. Thursday–Saturday shows start at 7 pm, Sunday matinee at 2 pm. thelarrykeetontheatre.org

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

Food available. friendsofwarnerparks.com

October 2-4, 7-11, 14-18, 21-25 – Sweeney Todd Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Tennessee Repertory Theatre reprises this musical thriller, a chilling, suspenseful, heart-pounding masterpiece of murderous “barber-ism” and culinary crime. The unjustly exiled Benjamin Barker (aka Sweeney Todd) returns to 19th-century London seeking revenge against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The enterprising (and unforgettable) pie-maker Mrs. Lovett helps Sweeney Todd exact his revenge in the most “delicious” of ways. Sophisticated, macabre, visceral and uncompromising, Sweeney Todd mixes intense drama with howlingly funny moments of dark humor. tpac.org

October 4, 11, 18, 25 – Bye Bye Liver: The Nashville Drinking Play Blue Bar and Rack Room, 1911 Broadway. This fastpaced sketch comedy takes a satirical look at the drinking culture. Audience members choose sides in a game of Would You Rather, guess songs in Name That Tune, or find love as different contestants are tested in Match Maker. Tickets are $12 each. Must be 21 or over. Call 1-800-650-6449 or go to byebyeliver.com/nashville.

October 5, 12, 19, 26 – Sunday Bluegrass Jam Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admission every Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere

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October 7 – Courtyard Concert Nashville Public Library, 615 Church Street.

Take a lunch-time break with live music at the final Nashville Library outdoor concert series season. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the San Rafael Band on October 7. The performance is free, 11:45 am–1 pm. nashvillepubliclibrary.org

October 7, 14, 28 – The Doyle and Debbie Show Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious love letter to the country music community and its stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted.

The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off beautifully. Tickets are $20 and the show begins at 7 pm. For more information and to hear the music, visit doyleanddebbie.com.

October 9-11 – La Bohème Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Nashville Opera presents Puccini’s La Bohème, one of the most popular operas ever written. On Christmas Eve in Paris, Roldofo, a young, starving poet, falls in love with Mimi, a beautiful, young seamstress…and opera has never been the same. With its thrilling, beautiful music and its mixture of high comedy and serious drama, the opera sweeps the viewer away into a world of young love and romance, and ultimately, a world tinged with bittersweet longing.

With La Bohème, Puccini wonderfully captures just what it means to be young and alive, offering us a brilliant mixture of lightness or darkness, all set to some of the most romantic music ever written.

Sung in Italian with easy-to-read projected English supertitles. tpac.org

October 17-19, 22-26 – The Addams Family The Fortress, Marathon Village, 1419 Clinton Street.

Circle Players is proud to bring this new comedy musical to Nashville and into your goulish hearts!

Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. Wednesday begs her father, Gomez Addams, not to tell her mother 12

and keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia.

Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents. For tickets and showtimes visit circleplayers.net.

October 17-19 – Nashville Ballet presents Swan Lake with the Nashville Symphony Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Do you believe in love at first sight? Become enchanted by the romance of this quintessential ballet and a love so strong it transcends a sorcerer’s curse. Experience the grace and elegance of the Swan Queen and the mesmerizing, seamless formations of her charmed maidens. tpac.org

October 18, 25 – Frankenstein Belcourt Theatre, 2202 Belcourt Avenue. Olde Worlde Theatre’s Halloween production is a modern twist on Mary Shelley’s classic “Frankenstein”.

Follow the creation and journey of the truly endearing “monster” as he faces the universal struggles of growing up in this kid-friendly comedy geared for all ages. From the pain of being bullied on the playground to the joys of discovering love, Frankenstein is sure to fill you with nostalgic memories and valuable lessons while laughing along the way. Colorful effects and characters, audience interaction, and whimsical humor abound. Saturday mornings at 10 am, $8 general admission. Advance tickets at belcourt.org. For groups and parties, call (615) 300-0374. oldeworldetheatre.com

October 30 – Steel Magnolias Jamison Hall, The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road. Studio Tenn is pleased to bring to Franklin the quintessentially Southern stage classic, “Steel Magnolias.” What began as Robert Harling’s beautiful, cathartic memoir about his sister has become a widely beloved play and film about the hope, healing, and even humor, possible in the midst of heartache. Wrapping around the stage, the audience will surround the cast of Louisiana ladies as they bond through beauty shop gossip, laughter, loss and love. StudioTenn uses a rich combination of talent from Nashville and Broadway to bring classic works of drama and musical theater to life in middle Tennessee, and this production promises each audience member a fully immersive, emotional experience. studiotenn.com

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

(615) 514-FISH, aquariumrestaurants.com

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

Claim Jumper Opry Mills Mall. Celebrate special occasions, host a business lunch or gather with friends and family.

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

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

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

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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.

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2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restaurant regaled by the locals. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All dishes use the freshest ingredients.

Enjoy exquisite food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon entering. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday. Open for dinner on Saturday. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com

Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering 222 Fifth Avenue South, in the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Serving Southern comfort food with a twist, made from fresh, mostly local foods. Indoor and outdoor seating is available, both with great views of downtown. Open Monday –Saturday, 11 am–2:30 pm. Two Twenty • Two 2Go offers soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items and beverages seven days a week from 9 am – 5 pm.

The 2Go bar accepts orders by phone and fax. Call (615) 291-6759 or fax (615) 291-6761.

Wildhorse Saloon Located on historic Second Avenue, downtown. The Wild­horse 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.

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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 Great Escape Featuring a huge selection of current and outof-print DVDs, CDs, video games, comic books, records, CCG and role-playing items, posters, books, memorabilia and more. Low, low prices!

Two locations: Superstore in West Nashville at 5400 Charlotte Avenue (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!

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shopping 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.

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.

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The Hermitage Museum Store

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

Opry Mills Mall Tennessee’s largest outlet and value retail shopping, dining and entertainment destination with more than 200 stores, including several first-inmarket name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ impressive roster of designer outlet stores include: Coach Factory Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley

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

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

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.

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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 woodcutsfineart.

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. For more information, call (615) 862-5160 or see adventuresci.org. See page 5 for this month’s Laser Show.

Bike the Greenway Bicycle Rentals Briley Parkway (TN-155) at Two Rivers Parkway (Exit 10). Two Rivers Park Trailhead is within minutes of Gaylord Opryland Resort, Music Valley Drive Hotels, and Nashville Airport Hotels, and offers miles of dedicated greenway. Hourly or ½ day rentals. Call (615) 920-1388 or visit bikethe greenway.net to arrange your bike rental and transfer to trailhead (if needed).

Carnton Plantation 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. Carnton Plantation, home of The Widow of the South, was a field hospital following the Battle of Franklin, fought in 1864. Plantation includes a home tour, museum, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, a fully restored garden and slave quarters. Open 9 am–5 pm on Monday–Saturday and noon–5 pm on Sunday. Closed most major holidays. For more information, visit BattleofFranklinTrust.org.

Centennial Park 2500 West End Avenue. Nashville’s premier park features the iconic Parthenon, a one-mile walking trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, historical monuments, arts activity centers, beautiful gardens, a band shell, a dog park, and an exercise trail.

Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gardens located on a 55-acre estate with a residence listed

Encounter, experience, explore... 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.

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attractions on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion houses American and European art and a newer building is dedicated to presenting contemporary art. Themed art installations in the gardens change annually. Open Tuesday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm. Call (615) 353-9827, or visit cheekwood.org.

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, the largest popular music museum in the world. Experience the history of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, entertaining films, interactive displays, and an incredible array of costumes and instruments. Sing Me Back Home, the museum’s permanent exhibit, tells the story of country music from its pre-commercial roots in the nineteenth century through its vibrant life today. Kenny Rogers: Through the Years (pictured), provides a comprehensive tour through Rogers’s acclaimed musical phases and other artistic outlets. The

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exhibit will feature dozens of artifacts including costume pieces from the Gambler, First Edition paraphrenalia, original sheet music, a handmade tambourine with Kenny Rogers’s logo burned into the wood, similar to the ones he throws into the crowd at his concerts, numerous awards, and other items that reflect Rogers’s longtime status as a pop culture icon. Alan Jackson: 25 Years Of Keepin’ It Country will give fans a deep look into Jackson’s career and personal life, showcasing awards, instruments, clothes, personal mementos, albums and music videos. Miranda Lambert: Backstage Access will explore a year in the life of the Grammy Award-winning superstar, and includes gowns, stage costumes, awards and much more. Lambert’s own Tweets will provide the narrative thread of this journey through the artist’s life in 2013. Crystal Gayle: When I Dream recounts Gayle’s unique rise to stardom. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. 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, where Elvis and others recorded over 35,000 songs. Then shop at the Museum Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering. Call (615)

416-2001 for more information or log onto country musichalloffame.com.

Franklin On Foot Tours Downtown Franklin. Join one of our dynamic tour guides and explore Franklin’s fascinating history and sometimes scandalous past, either by foot or on two wheels. Various tours are available, including the most popular Ghost Tour. Franklin is just crawlin’ with ghosts – and we’re the ones who know the stories behind each tragic tale. For reservations call (615) 400-3808. franklinonfoot.com 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. For tickets and more information call (615) 458-3900 or buy online at generaljackson.com.

The Hermitage Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Lane. A tour of this 1837 mansion by guides in period costume will enchant you. The tombs of Andrew and Rachel are located in the beautiful heirloom garden. Other historic buildings include slave quarters and the church that Jackson built for his family.

Special garden and farm tours are given seasonally as well as tours through active archaeology sites.

Shop the museum store for unique gifts and dine in the delightful restaurant. Admission is $19 for adults, $16 for seniors, $14 for students 13–18, $9 for children 6–12 and children under 6 are free. A family pass for 2 adults and 2 children is $45. Active

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 Little Big Town, Mel Tillis, Kellie Pickler, Cole Swindell, Lady Antebellum, Trace Adkins, Craig Morgan, Charlie Daniels Band, Darryl Worley, Kristian Bush, The Willis Clan, Ashley Monroe, Shawn Camp, Terri Clark (pictured), Montgomery Gentry, Danielle Bradbery, and many more! Plus, don’t miss the Opry’s 89th Birthday Bash October 10 and 11! Shows: Friday and Saturday at 7 pm; Tuesday shows March through December at 7 pm.

For tickets, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours 2804 Opryland Drive. Guided tours 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-ina-lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. WildhorseSaloon.com | 615-902-8200

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Historic Collinsville Step back in time to an era when the work was hard but satisfying, and the fun was found in simple things. From the 1830s Visitor Center to the 1870 Double-Pen Dogtrot House and in between, see what life was like when time seemed to move at a slower pace. Sixteen separate, original, perfectly restored buildings in a living history, nineteenthcentury 40-acre settlement. Self-guided, group and school tours available. Special programs and activities throughout the year. Civil War Battle Reenactment, Battle of Riggins Hill, takes place in October. Located 12 miles south of Clarksville off Hwy 48. Follow signs to site in Southside, TN. Open Thursday through Sunday 1–5 pm. (931) 6489141. historiccollinsville.com Historic RCA Studio B 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one of the world’s most important recording studios where more than 35,000 songs were brought to life, like Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” and many hits by Elvis. Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum today to learn how you can experience historic RCA Studio B. Call (615) 416-2001 or visit the website at country musichalloffame.com.

Johnny Cash Museum 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring the largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the world, the museum has everything from his earliest childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote.

Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black’s life with stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive technology and include stage costumes, instruments, personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs as well as artifacts from family members and notable friends. Experience a three-dimensional walk through the life and legend of this international icon. From handwritten lyrics for “I Walk the Line” and “Folsom Prison Blues,” to a stone wall from Johnny and June’s home in Hendersonville, this museum holds the very essence of the man.

The Museum Store features the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, apparel and rare collectibles.

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friends who love to share stories with guests. No trip to Nashville would be complete without a visit to the Johnny Cash Museum. Open 11 am –7 pm seven days a week. For more information call (615) 256-1777 or see johnnycashmuseum.com.

Lane Motor Museum 702 Murfreesboro Pike. Discover unique vehicles from A to Z at Lane Motor Museum. One of the few museums in North America to specialize in European cars, with over 150 cars and motorcycles on display from all over the world! Over 45 marques representing North and South America, Asia, and Europe – not your typical car museum!

“Tatra: Excellence in Engineering” features twenty rarely seen, Czechoslovakian-made Tatra automobiles from 1923 to 1996 is on exhibit through November 3. Become a member and join us for special events! Open Thursday–Monday, 10 am–5 pm. Admission is $9 for adults, $6 for seniors (age 65+), $3 for ages 6–17, and free for kids 5 and under. Call (615) 742-7445 for more information or visit the website lanemuseum.org.

The Lotz House 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin. Come to The Lotz House for the compelling story of the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction in 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.

Mel O’Drama Murder Mystery Unique ‘fun & family’ theater focused on comedy that will have you laughing like you’ve never laughed before. Full of singing, dancing and audience interaction. Our shows can be brought to your location to accommodate your tour group, family and friends. Shows change every 3 months.

Check out where we are performing in the Middle Tennessee area: melodramatheater.org or call (615) 417-2034. See page 10 for current production.

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 ap-

pear such as Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. There is entertainment for the entire family. The Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Admission for the dinner and show is $43.95, show only is $26. Don’t miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are welcome. Reservations recommended. Call (615) 885-4747 or go to nashville nightlife.com.

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere 3777 Nolensville Road. From African elephants and Caribbean flamingos to Bengal tigers and red pandas, Nashville Zoo is home to more than 2,100 animals from all over the world. Spend a day enjoying mammals, amphibians, reptiles, insects and birds and learning about their habitats. Savor the sights by exploring Gibbon Islands, Bamboo Trail, Critter Encounters, three-acre beautiful African Elephant Savannah, and many other exhibits. Go for a spin on the Wild Animal Carousel and run wild on the humongous Jungle Gym playground. Step back in time and tour the 19th century Grassmere Historic Home and Farm and then take a break and enjoy one of the educational animal shows. Call (615) 833-1534 or visit the website at nashvillezoo.org.

The Parthenon Located in Centennial Park off of West End Avenue, this Nashville treasure is recognized as one of the world’s most impressive scale reproductions of an ancient classic. It houses Alan LeQuire’s magnificent 42-foot statue of Athena, the largest indoor sculpture in North America. There are also fine art exhibits in the Parthenon Museum.

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Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. Six-time winner of Pollstar’s Theatre of the Year and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year.

The Ryman continues 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 year-round. For tickets, call (615) 8893060, visit the Ryman Box Office, or ryman.com.

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Ryman Auditorium Tours 116 Fifth Avenue North, downtown. This National Historic Landmark is most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974. The guided backstage tour takes you through dressing rooms page 28

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dedicated to the stars of the Ryman’s rich musical past including Minnie Pearl and Hank Williams. Be sure to visit the Hatch Show Gallery and the Gift Shop. Self-guided tours are $15 for adults, and $10 for children ages 4–11. Backstage tours are $20 and $15. To buy tour tickets, go to ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060.

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 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. Paid parking on weekdays. Free weekend parking at the State Employee parking lots west of the State Capitol, off Charlotte Avenue. For more information, call (615) 741-2692, 1-800-407-4324 or at the website tnmuseum.org.

Tribute To The King 1953–1977 Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive.

On Mondays and Thursdays this high-energy, live

attractions musical biography starring John Beardsley features all six eras of the King’s career, including over 30 songs and five costume changes, has thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to Russia. The legend lives on in Nashville’s first and only continuously running show paying tribute to the King in Music City, where he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer. Audiences continue to give standing ovations at every show. A must-see show while in Nashville.

To order tickets call (615) 758-0098. Plenty of free parking! thenashvilleking.com The Upper Room 1908 Grand Avenue, midtown. An active chapel and museum, The Upper Room features a nearly life-size wood carving of da Vinci’s The Last Supper. There are permanent exhibits, as well as a peaceful garden. Special seasonal exhibits include an exhibit of 100 nativity scenes during the Christmas holidays, a Madonna and Child Gallery exhibit, and a Ukrainian egg display during Lent and Easter. Come experience the tranquility of the Upper Room amid the city’s tumult.

Open Monday–Friday, 8 am–4:30 pm. Closed holidays and weekends. Call (615) 340-7207 or visit upperroom.org/chapel.

Wildhorse Saloon Second Avenue, downtown. The Wildhorse offers three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse is the place to hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Be sure to try the award winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information, call (615) 902-8200 or go to the website at wildhorsesaloon.com.

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Chapel and Museum The tone here is tranquility and meditation.

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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Artober Nashville The month-long celebration of the arts in Music City, Artober Nashville, is one of the single largest celebrations of the arts and culture in the South and includes hundreds of events in visual and performing arts, music, theatre, dance, craft, film and more. Explore events at artobernashville.com.

October 3 – First Friday Art Crawl Downtown Franklin. More than 30 galleries and working studios in the Historic District welcome you to explore their galleries, 6–9 pm. A $5 unlimited trolley ticket runs all night to take guests from spot to spot. franklinartscene.com

October 4 – First Saturday Art Crawl Downtown Nashville. Presenting local and worldrenowned artists, galleries offer rare opportunities to view diverse exhibitions. A festive atmosphere with participating venues from Fifth Avenue of the Arts to the Historic Arcade to 8th Avenue to Broadway, 6–9 pm. nashvilledowntown.com/play

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Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Fine art collection includes American art, American and British decorative arts, outdoor Woodland Sculpture Trail, and the Cheek Mansion itself. (615) 356-8000, cheekwood.org

The Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway. “Real/Surreal”, organized by the Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, includes works by Andrew Wyeth, Edward Hopper, Grant Wood, Man Ray and Thomas Hart Benton, among others is on display through October 13.

“American Ballads: The Photographs of Marty Stuart” is an exquisite and moving collection of works ranging from intimate behind-the-scenes depictions of legendary musicians, to images of eccentric characters from the back roads of America, to dignified portraits of members of the impoverished Lakota tribe in South Dakota runs all month. (615) 244-3340, fristcenter.org

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