Nashville Parent magazine September 2021 by Day Communications/DayCom Media

SEPTEMBER 2021

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TEACHING PRE-K KIDS: Turn Daily Life Into a Fun Homeschool CONNECTING AS A FAMILY

Get The Kids Talking With Cool Questions ACADEMIC PRESSURE!

Ease Up on Your Loved Ones NOW.

VIRTUAL PRIVATE SCHOOL FAIR SEPT. 13 - 19 Details Inside!

THINGS TO DO: Fall Camping

Nashville Symphony Reading with Dogs Disney on Ice

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Because of the excellence of our staff, providers and support from the community and beyond, we have been named #1 Children’s Hospital in Tennessee and the entire Southeast. That means that whether you are seeking care for common conditions or complex challenges, your child is getting the very best, close to home. To learn more about the care and services Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt provides right here at home, visit ChildrensHospitalVanderbilt.org

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Homeschooling Your Preschooler Be playful and gentle as you begin your child’s education at home.

21 Get Your Kids

Talking With Cool Questions

It’s time to reconnect. Find slivers of time in your busy days for conversations with the most important people in your life.

25 Kids, Pressure and Parents

Without realizing it, we can put too much on our kids and then they put too much on themselves. Find balance here.

Experience the beauty and pageantry of a Native American Pow Wow Sept. 25 - 26 at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center.

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Daily Events Nashville Symphony Returns! Read Along With Furry Friends Tennessee Camping Guide

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Editor’s Note Introducing “Dad Beat,” our Managing Editor Michael Aldrich’s new column. Mr. Aldrich’s note will alternate months with Editor Susan Day’s note.

“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire. ” Irish poet and one of the foremost figures of 20th-century Literature

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DAD BEAT By Michael W. Aldrich

Let your kids fail.

ecently, I was watching my 2-year-old try to eat a bowl of oatmeal on his own (quite unsuccessfully, I might add). For some reason, the only way he would allow the spoon to enter his mouth was upside down, and when I tried to turn it right side up, he went ballistic. So I sat there watching him desperately scoop up oatmeal bites and slowly bring them up to his mouth while each bite fell to the floor (or on him) just before hitting his mouth. It was one of those parenting moments that’s sad but also kind of hilarious — like when they give themselves their first haircut; or when they want to show everybody that “boo-boo” on their middle finger. Knowing when to help them and when to not is what we’re talking about here (and you’d be surprised how much it should be the latter). It’s a scary concept. As parents, we want to see our kids succeed in everything they do — whether it’s acing their science homework, making the varsity softball team or simply making a sandwich without smearing peanut butter and jelly all over the kitchen. I get it. Watching our children fail is one of the hardest things we have to do. It makes us feel helpless. We worry about everything from their self-esteem and social development to their future success. We start out doing EVERYTHING for them. All they had to do was eat, sleep and poop — we handled the rest. But it’s different now. They get older and you constantly find yourself wanting to assist them in everything they do. You find yourself asking, “is this best for them, or will this just hold them back?” To learn self-sufficiency, kids need to occasionally dust themselves off (literally and figuratively) without your help. “Most parents know what their children are capable of but step in to make things easier for them,” says Sheri Noga, the author of Have the Guts to Do It Right: Raising Grateful and Responsible Children in an Era of Indulgence. Failure is an opportunity for growth. Remember, long-term benefits — a teenager who knows how to do their own laundry, for example — trump momentary discomfort. Before you rush in to help with any physical task, ask yourself, “Is my child in real danger?” Then — and this applies to other challenges, like the social studies poster due tomorrow — think about whether your child has the necessary skills (dexterity and balance) or simply adequate sleep and a snack. Yes? Time to back off and see what happens. As for me, I think I can handle cleaning up a few dropped oatmeal bites until he figures it out.

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QUESTION! We asked the inevitable hot-button question and received more than 400 responses. Obviously, mask-wearing is a deeply personal matter. Printed responses here reflect an attempt to show impartiality.

MASK OR NO MASK? “I would love for my child to wear a mask in school however, at her age, the mask mostly stays in her mouth or is being played with by her hands. I truly think she’s getting more germs in her mouth while wearing one than she would without one.” Jessica Bridges “Masks. My children are not vaccinated therefore they need to wear a mask. I will not risk their lives. They are too precious to me.” Jenna Woodard “Kid ‘A’ is unknowingly exposed to COVID while at an unmasked school playing with Kid ‘B,’ from a completely masked school. Kid A becomes symptomatic one-and-a-half days after playing with Kid B. The school for Kid A has to send whole classrooms home because they have two other positive siblings. Kid B is the only one from their school to be quarantined because masks work when everyone who can

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wear them actually does. Think that scenario sounds false and made up? Well, I just lived it. My child was the only one who had to quarantine from class/school because they all wear masks and maintain the required distance while inside their school. So yes, I’m very much in favor of school-wide masks unless medically unable to do so.”

house as long as you don’t try to tell me how to run mine! Susan McNeese Hodge “Parent’s choice, but I will say masks were mandatory last school year and my child never got sick. This year they are optional. Not even a full two weeks back to school and she is already home sick.”

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“I don’t mask my kids and I also don’t judge anyone based on their decision.”

“Masks and vaccines. My 4year-old and I are recovering right now from COVID-19. We have been vigilant and done what we were supposed to, but my mask wearing, unvaccinated stepdaughter caught it at school and we caught it from her. It has been a very hard week in our home. Masks are going back on when we get out of quarantine.”

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“It’s all about your rights & freedom to choose either way. It should be a parent’s choice 100 percent. I wore my mask religiously and still got the virus. Kids chew on it, pull it down, and touch it a million times a day. There is no way it’s actually helping because they touch their little faces that much more with it on. I have personally found I

“Why is this even an issue? Mask up, people. Your kids, too.” How many people have to die?

Kelly Peterson “My opinion only! This is America, the land of the free! If I wanted the government to tell me what to do, I would move to another country! I gave birth to my children, nobody elses; I support my children, I don’t live off the government, I don’t need or want their help. I pay my taxes and I believe it’s my right to make the choice for my child! Unless someone else wants to pay my bills or raise my kid then you need to let me make that choice! Nobody said you had to like other peoples’ opinions but you should respect them! I won’t tell you how to run your

touch my face way less maskless. Otherwise, I’m pulling it up or adjusting it way more than I care to admit.”

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nects families with helpful local vendors for parents. In addition, there will be carnival games, live performances and demonstrations, food vendors, giveaways, kids’ costume parades and more from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Learn more at Nashvilleparent.com/fkf21, or register using this QR code:

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NEWS

Galileo Preparatory Academy Opens Jan., 2022

ark Claypool and John McLaughlin — education industry veterans with decades of experience — are excited to announce the creation of Galileo Preparatory Academy (GPA), a learner-centric, personalized private school that will open its first campus in January, 2022 serving students in grades six through 12. The school — currently under construction at the corner of Moores Lane and Franklin Road in Franklin — will bring together traditional in-person instruction, virtual learning and technologyfocused coursework. Co-founders Claypool and McLaughlin collaborated on the Galileo Preparatory Academy concept after years of working in education. “My entire career has centered on providing children with the tools they need to have a successful life,” Claypool says. “With GPA, we are reinventing learning for students in grades six through 12. Our first campus will open in Williamson County, and we will open multiple locations across the Southeast by fall, 2022.”

Galileo Preparatory Academy will offer personalized learning, making it possible for students to begin at any time of the year. GPA will offer a subscription model that is inclusive of all technology and learning materials rather than a traditional tuition-based model. GPA’s curriculum will consist of four pillars: Core (English, math, social studies, sciences); Focus (graphic arts, design and more); Dialogues (problem solving through the arts); and Community (improving the common good). “Galileo is a unique schooling experience for students and their families,” McLaughlin says. “Our team has worked hard to ensure we are providing something that is not found anywhere else in the state. There is

nowhere else a student and their family are able to have so much control and freedom in their schooling.” Claypool and McLaughlin have impressive bios betwen them. To cover just a bit, Claypool created Educational Services of America (now ChanceLight), in 1999 and built the company to more than 170 schools and programs in 20 states. McLaughlin has more than four decades of educational entrepreneurship experience. The first school he created, Benton Hall, has been in existence for 40-plus years. The two men are joined in their efforts by John Bergstrom, an experienced early-stage adviser and investor in education, technology and software businesses. In addition, Tim Nicholson, a seasoned and early investor in early education is a GPA investor and board member. Nashville Parent will bring you more exclusive coverage of Galileo Preparatory in future issues. For now, to learn more and to request information, go to galileopreparatory.com.

Quick Bites! Fall CONSIGNMENT Sales • HUM SCHOOL CHILDREN’S CONSIGNMENT SALE (Hermitage United Methodist Church, 205 Belinda Drive, Hermitage) Sept. 7 - 11. Thursday 6 - 8:30 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday (half price sale) 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Facebook.com/HUMSchool. • CRIEVE HALL PRESCHOOL CONSIGNMENT SALE (Crieve Hall Church of Christ, 4806 Trousdale Drive, Nashville) Sept. 17 - 18. Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday (half price sale) 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Crievehallpreschoolsale. com. • RHEA LANA’S OF GREEN HILLS (2304 West End Avenue, Nashville) Sept. 19 - 25. Sunday 12 - 6 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Thursday and Sunday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Greenhills.rhealana. com. • WIGGLES GIGGLES KIDS CONSIGNMENT SALE (Our Lady of the Lake Catholic

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Church, Stop 30 Rd, Hendersonville). Sept. 15 - 17. Wednesday ($5) 7 - 8:30 p.m., Thursday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday (half price on select items) 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Wigglesgiggles.org. • HOOKED ON CONSIGNMENT SALE (3216 Long Hollow Pike, Hendersonville) Sept. 18 - 23. Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday 1 - 7 p.m., Monday and Tuesday 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Wednesday (half price on select items) (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) Hookedonconsignment.com. • JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS CONSIGNMENT SALE (Fairgrounds Nashville – Expo 2, 500 Wedgewood Ave, Nashville). Public sale is Oct. 7 - 9. $3 or Free Pass online! Half-Price day is Saturday. Nashvillemusiccity.jbfsale.com. • OAK HILL SCHOOL CONSIGNMENT SALE (4815 Franklin Road, Nashville) Sept. 22 - 25. Wednesday (VIP Pre-sale) 5 - 8 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., 3 - 5:30 p.m. (half price), Saturdqy (half

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price) 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Oakhillschool.org/consignment. • RERUNS ARE FUN CONSIGNMENT (Ag Expo Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin). Sept. 16 presale for heroes starts at 4 p.m. Public is 5:30 - 8 p.m. Continues Sept. 17, 18, 19. See website for complete details. Rerunsarefunsale.com. • LITTLE SPROUTS SALE (1735 Galleria Blvd., STE 1003, Franklin) Ticketed presale Sept. 15 & 16; General Public Sept. 17 & 18. encoresconsignmentsouth. com. • SOUTHPOINTE CONSIGNMENT SALE (Southpoint Community Church, 7227 Haley Industrial Dr., Nolensville) Child-free shopping event on Sept. 23 from 4 5 p.m. Public sale Sept. 24 and 25. Check site for times. myconsignmentsale.com.

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PARENTING

BY SUSAN DAY

HOMESCHOOLING Your Preschooler

Kids between ages 3 and 5 are always exploring, always thinking and always creating and wondering. If you have one of these at home, get engaged in their love of learning. Homeschooling a preschooler is not hard, but it takes time and patience — like any other aspect of parenting!

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ot a preschooler on your hands? Are you feeling the pressure to get her prepared for kindergarten next fall? Relax. Teaching preschool at home can be easy, rewarding and one of the greatest things you can do for your child. But because you truly do want to formalize a plan, let’s think of preschooling your child as homeschooling. Since you’re interested in teaching your preschooler, you’re probably already doing it, but just need a bit more awareness of things like life skills, routines and basic academics. The great news is, there are plenty of ways to integrate these three things into your day with your child, remembering that play, exploration and discovery are the most important lessons for little ones while they are young. According to Caring for Your Baby and Young Child, the essential parenting guide from the American Academy of Pediatrics, “the crucial factor that determines whether a student will do well or poorly in school is not how aggressively he was pushed early on, but rather his own enthusiasm for learning.” So your goal is to spark a love of learning in your child — easy! Let’s focus on 3-year-old kids, because that’s the age that a little one is ready for preschool.

Life Skills

Little ones depend upon you a lot for their daily upkeep, but at age 3 you can start working with them on things they can do for themselves. Your job is to look at EVERYTHING as an opportunity for teaching and learning. You can encourage independence in your child by teaching a process then guiding them through it. For instance: Hand-washing: You can’t just say, “Go wash your hands,” you have to teach each step: 1) turn on water 2) take one pump of soap 3) rub hands together on both sides 4) rinse soap off hands 5) turn water off 6) use a towel or paper towel to dry hands 7) return towel or throw away paper one Other life skills you can teach (as a process) to a preschooler include:

• Dressing and Undressing: Young kids require some help getting in and out of clothes for a while, but teaching them how from an early age gets them on the right path for wearing clothes neatly and learning to match. • Tying shoelaces: This is tricky for little ones, so make it a fun activity. Watch a video on the Bunny Ear Method on YouTube to get started. • Brushing hair: Let your preschooler try combing her hair first and then you can fix it if you aren’t satisfied with the results. • Self-control: Beginning at age 3, little ones can begin learning self-control through game play. Use these games: “Red Light, Green Light;” “Freeze Dance;” “Simon Says;” “Ring Around the Rosie;” “Mother, May I?” and others. • Putting away things: Encourage your child to put things back where they belong so he can learn order. Picking up after yourself is important when living with others. You can use baskets in your child’s room to help make the learning easier.

Routines

Teaching a little one that there is a time and place for everything is a big lesson. In raising a learner, preschoolers can know that they eat breakfast then do a few morning chores. After that, you can have some loosely structured play and learning times with a plan for rest or nap as well. Routines aren’t meant to be unpleasant; routines are meant to provide what we can look forward to, so routines lead to rituals, and rituals build closeness. If your child knows that after brushing his teeth you will meet him at his bed for story time, that makes brushing his teeth easier to do. Remember also that routines require consistency, and consistency helps children feel secure and aware of what’s happening around them.

Academics

Preschoolers learn by doing. Once they get into more formalized education (in kindergarten), you will be able to identify your child’s learning style and be able to tell how your child learns best. But the main thing is, play is their job and education during the preschool years. That said, here are the things your future kindergarten teacher will want your child to know once he lands in her classroom:

• Being polite: Saying, “Hello,” “Please,” “Thank you,” “Excuse me.” Practice with examples and make it fun.

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• name the letters of the alphabet • sit and listen to a book • retell events from a favorite story • draw and write shapes and letters • write his first name • label drawings • tell a story through drawing and/or writing • sort objects • make simple patterns • name shapes • identify numerals 1 - 10 • count to 20 • speak clearly and in complete sentences • take turns talking • listen to and follow instructions • identify emotions and feelings • engage in activities for 15 minutes or more • follow rules • play well with others • hold pencils, crayons, and scissors properly Susan Day is editor of this magazine and a mom of four.

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KEYQUESTIONS to ask your kids

“How was your day?” “Fine.” “Do you like your classes?” “Yes.” Ask better questions, know your kids more.

ou feel like you’re running around with your head cut off, right? As if you can’t squeeze one more thing into your day or you’ll explode? But then, once your kids are asleep in bed ... oh, the guilt! You stand in the bedroom doorway, promising to be better, do better for your kids.

First, ditch the guilt. You are far too hard on yourself and you’re a good parent for even standing there in the doorway self reflecting! But also, it’s hard. It’s hard day in and day out with everything your kids have to do on top of everything YOU have to do. But time is whisking by and truly, one of the most important parts of being a parent is really

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knowing your kids. That said, you can get past the non-answers your kids provide with a little effort during meals or in the car. We’ve got terrific questions that will stimulate your kids to talk. Pull’em out and get conversations started — and get into it. Let conversation flow around what you ask. There are no rules here besides no teasing! (please turn the page)

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KEY QUESTIONS PRESCHOOLERS

• What is something you feel you’re good at?

• What makes you happy?

• What is your favorite place to be?

• What makes your laugh?

• What is your biggest dream?

• What is your favorite food?

• What are you really good at?

• What is the funniest face you make?

• If you could pick a new name for yourself, what would it be?

• If you could be an animal for one day, what would you be?

• If you could change the lunch menu at school what would you do?

• What is your favorite thing to do?

• If you had a time machine, where would you go?

• Who is your best friend? • What are you really good at?

• What do you think is the most difficult job in the world and why?

• What do you want to be when you grow up?

HIGH SCHOOL

• What is your favorite story book?

• What’s the weirdest dream you ever had?

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• What is your dream vacation? • If you could have any job in the world, what would it be?

• If you had one superpower, what would it be?

• If you were president, what would you do first?

• What is the earliest memory that you can recall?

• What do you think college will be like?

• If your pet (or stuffed animal) could talk, what would they say? • If you could design a T-shirt, what would it look like? • If you had a genie and you could have three wishes, what would they be? • What would you do if you swapped roles with Mom or Dad?

• What are you really good at?

THEY ARE TALKING ... NOW LISTEN!

• Who is your best friend?

t’s so important to show your kids that you are listening so that they feel heard. Being an active listener doesn’t mean you can’t talk yourself, but being patient and present shows your child that you really care what they have to say:

• If you could change one thing about school, what would it be?

• Put your phone down and make eye contact.

• What is your biggest worry?

• Take the conversation slowly, letting your child’s words sink in.

• What is a perfect day like for you?

• Who is your favorite teacher? • If you won a million dollars, what would you buy first?

MIDDLE SCHOOL • If you could meet anyone from history, who would it be? • If you could invent something, what would it be? • What is your favorite movie and why?

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• Repeat back what your child says with out trying to interpret their words. This shows you are paying attention. • Try not to take over the conversation when you are interested in something your child says. • Don’t close down conversation until your child does. SOURCE: How to Talk When Kids Won’t Listen by Joanna Faber & Julie King. Sources for questions: Forbes.com; momlovesbest.com.

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• If you had the power to change anything about the world what would it be? • If you could change anything about our family what would it be? • If you could change anything about your life, what would it be? • What do you value most in friendship? • What concert are you hoping you can go to?

TABLE TOPICS!

o excuses anymore if you’re at a loss for words! Table Topics is a line of conversations cards to get your family chatting. They come in all kinds of themes, so there’s something for everyone. Each cube holds 135 questions. Explore your options then get a cube for your kitchen table at tabletopics.com for $25.

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Every bite your baby takes counts, especially in the first 24 months of life. Starting your baby with beef as an early food can ensure they get the nutrients they need for healthy growth and development. For more information about beef in the early years visit www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com/nutrition/beef-in-the-early-years 1 American Academy of Pediatrics. Pediatric Nutrition Handbook. 7th ed. Elk Grove, IL: American Academy of Pediatrics, 2014. 2 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. 2020. Scientific Report of the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee: Advisory Report to the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Health and Human Services. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Washington, DC. 3 Schwarzenberg SJ, et al. Advocacy for improving nutrition in the first 1000 days to support childhood development and adult health. Pediatrics 2018;141:e20173716. 4 USDA WIC Works Resource System. Infant Nutrition and Feeding Guide. https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/Infant_Nutrition_and_Feeding_Guide.pdf 5 U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://www.fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170208/nutrients

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PARENTING

By Sandra Wallis

Don’t Worry So Much About Learning Loss. Kids Must Not Be

pressure cookers!

Many kids internalize the implied judgment of their teachers and the anxiety of their parents, but to what end?

f the pandemic was good for anything, it’s that we stopped putting academic pressure on our kids. But now, with all of the talk of learning loss and what kids missed and are missing, the pressure’s back. Maybe the pressure’s not so much coming from

parents (we did learn from the USC admission’s cheating scandal, yes?), but it’s back for the kids. They may not be as over-scheduled as they were pre-pandemic, but you’d better believe they’re feeling like they have to work — and hard. Tennessee’s new 360 reading initiative has put pressure into the living

rooms of our youngest kids: You must read by third grade or else! But let’s not forget that kids put enough pressure on themselves in the classroom. Either they understand lessons or they don’t, and many kids raise their hands even when they don’t understand just hoping the teacher will (please turn the page)

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PRESSURE think they DO understand, but not pick on them. It’s a risk they’re willing to take. The pressure to do well in school is on all of the kids. The ones who are struggling with academics are also struggling in their heads and the smartest ones are always at it to stay ahead. To be something. To matter. To stand out, somehow. All kids are different, but all human beings are not. We are similar in many ways in that we’re easily hurt, easily discouraged, easily torn apart, especially when we’re young. Childhood is fleeting, and none of us get to have a say in the ups and downs that will come our way in life. So perhaps it’s good to gain a little perspective.

When kids measure themselves against unrealistically high standards, happiness takes a hit and so does good mental health.

PARENTS WHO OVERDO THE ACADEMIC PRESSURE Doctor, lawyer, indian chief. Remember? We all dream of the outstanding futures we want for our children then ever so slowly the gifts of our young reveal themselves. Some kids are average, some kids are intellectually gifted. No matter, they all have a chance at happiness in life, yes? But when parents place exceedingly high expectations on their kids’ endeavors, they usher in anxiety without even realizing it. Pushing your kids to succeed may seem like a good idea, but it can also have a profound effect on a young mind. Parents who overdo academic pressure over do other forms of pressure too, staying on top of their kids no matter what, in the name of success. “There’s a constant monitoring of where the kid is and what they are doing, all with the intent of preventing something happening and becoming a barrier to the child’s success,” says Laura Hamilton, author of Parenting to a Degree: How Family Matters for College and Beyond (University of Chicago Press; 2016). And many parents with high expectations feel that “raising the bar” for their kids is the right way to go. It’s true if it’s realistic for your child. The problem comes in when the bar is set unrealistically high. KIDS WHO PUT TOO MUCH PRESSURE ON THEMSELVES Parents are often so relieved when they have a kid who’s happy to do homework, study for tests, hit the books. It’s wonderful when a kid is concerned about his grades, but some kids can take it so far they get headaches, stomach pains, anxiety attacks and even depression. According to a report by the Child Mind Institute, an independent nonprofit dedicated to changing the lives of kids with mental health issues, one in three teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 experience anxiety disorders related to the culture of their lives. Author Madeline Levine (Ready or Not: Preparing Our Kids to Thrive in an Uncertain and Rapidly Changing World, (Harper; 2020)), says added pressures have come to kids from social media and technology where everyone’s “incredible” lives are on full display. Levine refers to a “compulsive comparison,” where kids on social media

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or in the classroom are subject to comparing their successes to their peers. Then, along with comparing themselves, plenty of kids deal with sleep depravation, sports or other activities in addition to schoolwork — and a feeling of not being heard by their parents. “I’ve been a psychologist for 35 years,” Levine says. “No child has ever come into my office and said, ‘You know, my parents just listen too much.” When kids measure themselves against unrealistically high standards, happiness takes a hit and and so does good mental health. You can let out some of the “steam” your child may be feeling by monitoring from the sidelines and creating an open dialogue. The worst thing you can do is to be silent. HELP YOUR KIDS WITH THE FOLLOWING: • Beating themselves up over mistakes Remind your child that no one is perfect and that even the brightest, smartest kids make mistakes, Levine says. See if you can get your kid to understand the idea of self compassion and of being kind to yourself. Studies show that kids who are gentle to themselves cut themselves a little slack when they mess up, but also know how to confront their problem head on with determination to try again. • Thinking everyone else is so perfect The facade that everyone else has a perfect life is overwhelming, even to adults. In fact, a four-year-old Status of Mind study from the Royal Society for Public Health in the U.K. showed that Instagram — while beneficial for selfexpression — is the most detrimental social networking app for young people’s mental health followed by Snapchat. Teach your kids to push through the haze of photoshopped perfectionism and to see what really matters in life. Individualism is your child’s gift, no one else’s, and that’s what matters most. • Viewing setbacks as failures When you’re a 16-year-old kid standing around on the sidelines and never getting any playing time on the football team, you can start to think you’re probably no good at foot-

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ball. Same thing goes in the classroom if you keep getting “Ds” in science. The truth is, kids need to hear that there is no such thing as failure and that life is a journey we all must step our way through, work at, and learn from. For anything we do, we need resiliency to face life, good or bad. • Expecting quick results Again, because of technology advances, kids are into immediate gratification. They can know their grades instantly (so can parents), so if a grade isn’t what a kid hoped it would be — or needed it to be — he can have a mental decline all in the course of a quick moment. Teach your kids that not everything is instant and that the value of waiting and reflecting and understanding what happened is important. By keeping the inward pressure they feel in perspective they can learn to work through it. THE HAPPY MIDDLE In wanting your kids to do well in school and in life, it’s pretty important not to be over the top about anything your child is attempting to achieve. “Once we take out the insane amount of pressure our children are facing, we can allow them to enjoy their childhood in a healthy and wholesome manner,” says Shefali Tsabary, a clinical psychologist and author of The Conscious Parent (Namaste; 2012). Tsabary says it’s the parents who need to back off of the kids because everything goes back to the parent. “By turning inward and checking on your own emotional temperature before unleashing expectations on your children, parents naturally begin to connect more and more with their children in an atmosphere of unconditional support and care,” she says. One great way to move forward is to recognize the difference between support and pressure. Pressure becomes a problem when it is relentless, says Tsabary, and when it is pushing toward achievement. Support means to recognize your child for who he is and to accept him. “Parents can be overinvolved in the wrong things and under-involved in the right things,” says Levine. So when you push your child to achieve, you may be cutting your child off from something he loves more and on his own terms. If you can spend time together just being together and without discussing grades or performance of anything they do at all, your child will understand that you love them for who they are, not what they can or cannot do. Think back: Isn’t that what you wanted from your parents, too? “Kids want to please their parents,” says Eileen KennedyMoore, co-author of Smart Parenting for Smart Kids (JosseyBass; 2011). “That sense of connection is powerfully motivating.” Praise your kids when you mean it, but be careful about how you praise; focus on effort and growth more than outcome. “Also, when they hit the home run or land the lead in the school play, or ace a test, be careful that your pleasure doesn’t swamp theirs,” Kennedy-Moore says. “We want the excitement to be theirs, so it isn’t all about us.”

NO PRESSURE!

on’t push, but you can help your child to try. Ever so gently, feed him some easy habits that lead to success.

• MAKE A PLAN TO PARTICIPATE Teachers stress participation all of the time. Help your child learn to ask a question in class by play acting at home. Stress that it’s OK to be wrong — being wrong is another way of learning. Tell him there are no dumb questions and work with him on asking questions until he feels good about it. • AIM TO BE ORGANIZED All kids struggle with keeping on top of everything and many just drag everything along in a loaded backpack. Set aside time to ask your kid how you can help and also share the tremendous value there is in writing everything down. • GET AHEAD Everybody procrastinates, too. Teach your child about goal-setting and how helpful it is to study ahead of time in small chunks for tests. • GET ALL THE POINTS YOU CAN Sometimes just turning in homework gives a kid points. In any case, it’s OK to ask your child if he’s done his homework or not, but maybe more helpful is to ask, “Did you turn your homework in?” • ABOVE ALL ELSE, READ Teachers assign reading all of the time but that doesn’t mean kids do it. It’s OK to ask your child to read in a chair — read something; anything for 20 minutes a day. That’s not pressure, that’s smart! • ENCOURAGE YOUR KIDS It’s surprising how few parents will say, “Good job!” or, “Way to go on that!” Your kids are hungry for this kind of support, so look for ways to give it and make it genuine. SOURCE: Smart Parenting for Smart Kids.

Sandra Wallis is a freelance writer and a mom of two.

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SEPTEMBER 11 • PERCY WARNER PARK

SEPTEMBER

By Michael W. Aldrich

THINGS TO DO! Events 30 Daily Day-to-day goings on.

Nashville Symphony 35 See what the Symphony has up their musical sleeves this season.

Tennessee Camping 40 Plan a camping adventure for your family to highlight the fall.

Read With Thearapy Dogs The READing Paws program in the libraries pairs kids with pups.

Editor’sPicks: 30

September Sundown Concert Series

Grand Master Fiddler Championship

Discovery Center All Access Nights

Highland Games & Celtic Festival

Tots! at Cheekwood

Mother/Daughter Getaway Weekend

Greenway Art Fest in Murfreesboro

Wilco Pow Wow

On Your Radar: Coming next month

THAT’S SOME GENIE Disney on Ice presents Dream Big at Bridgestone Arena Sept. 23 - 26, filled with plenty of Disney’s favorite characters. Turn to page 50 for more info.

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DAILY EVENTS WED 01 SEAN KENNEY’S NATURE POP! MADE WITH LEGO® BRICKS 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org

Come out to Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) for this innovative exhibition featuring more than 40 sculptures made from 800,000+ LEGO® Bricks. Free for members; $20 for adults and $13 for ges 3 - 17.

WILD THINGS AT WILDERNESS STATION

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Sing songs, read a story and end with a walk at 9:30 and 10:45 a.m. at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Parkway, Murfreesboro). For ages 1 - 4, registration is required and cost is $3.

FREE YOGA AT NASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Practice yoga at 1 p.m. at Nashville Public Library (615 Church Street, Nashville). All you need are comfy clothes and a yoga mat or towel.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE urbanairtrampolinepark.com

Bring your toddlers and preschoolers from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. to Urban Air Adventure Park in Nashville (4331 Old Hickory Boulevard, Old Hickory) Mondays - Thursdays. The park opens up just for toddlers and their parents to bounce safely. Cost is $11.99.

THU 02 FREE RE-USE IT (ONLINE)

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Join Miss Emma at 10 a.m. on the Hermitage Branch Library Facebook page to learn how to upcycle home products.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

FREE ADULT OPEN CRAFT HOUR library.nashville.org

A time for adults to create freely every Thursday from 10 - 11 a.m. at the Nashville Library (615 Church Street)K

FREE CRAYON KIDS 615-862-5854

Every Thursday for ages 3 – 5, join Ms. Katie Sue at the Bellevue Library (720 Baugh Road, Nashville) for some crafty fun from 10:15 - 11 a.m.

FREE FALL ARCHERY CLUB FOR HOMESCHOOLERS 615-217-3017 murfreesboroparks.com

Fall Archery Club will meet once a month now through December at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro), culminating in a tournament. One group meets the first Thursday of each month from 1 - 3 p.m. The second meets the second Friday of each month from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Registration required. For ages 8 - 14.

FAMILY PROGRAM: SONGWRITING TUNE-UP

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Budding songwriters can participate in one-on-one mentoring sessions with professional songwriters to help hone their craft from 3 - 5 p.m. at Country Music Hall of Fame (222 5th Avenue South, Nashville). Included with admission; free for members and kids 5 and younger.

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET 615-859-3678 visitgoodlettsville.com

The market is held weekly on Thursdays, 3 - 7 p.m. through October, on the lawn next to the Visitor’s Center at Historic Mansker’s Station, 705 Caldwell Drive in Goodlettsville.

MARTIN ARTQUEST 615-244-3340 fristartmuseum.org

Martin ArtQuest (MAQ) is open at The Frist Thursdays through Sundays, from 1 to 5 p.m. Request your free MAQ ticket when you arrive at the museum.

FREE GREEN HILLS PUPPIES & PRIDE NIGHT 615-298-5478 shopgreenhills.com/petfest

A night of fun for pups from 6 - 8 p.m. at The Mall at Green Hills (2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville). Activities include PRIDE dog costume contest, photo booth, pet pools, live music, pet treats, shopping and much more! Reserve free tickets online.

FREE HOMESCHOOL FRIENDS 615-862-5800

Come dance to all of the amazing acts performing at the September Sundown series, featuring live music, local artisan vendors, food trucks and a Kidsville Thursdays and Fridays in September at Centennial Park in Nashville.

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Join homeschool families from around Nashville to learn, engage and create every Thursday from 2 - 3 p.m. Activities take place in the Children’s Activity Room at Nashville Public Library (615 Church Street, Nashville). New and relevant topics are explored every week through a variety of fun games, books and STEAM activities.

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BONNAROO MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL bonnaroo.com

The four-day festival on a 700-acre farm in Manchester features more than 150 acts on 10 stages. Big names include the Grand Ole Opry, Foo Fighters, Lizzo, Tame Impala and others. In addition, there are lots of other activities, including Kidsville fun for children.

FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN

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Musicians Corner returns this fall for their annual September Sundown concert series at 5 p.m. at Centennial Park (2500 West End Avenue, Nashville) each Thursday and Friday evening in September, with a special three-day weekend taking place September 2325 in conjunction with AmericanaFest.

FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021 nashvilleshakes.org

Playing Thursdays through Sundays at 6 p.m. is Shakespeare’s 12th Night. Gates open at 5:15 p.m. The festival is held at oneC1TY (8 City Blvd., Nashville) through September 12 and then at Academy Park (112 Everbright Ave., Franklin) from September 16 - 19.

FREE TEEN CRAFTERNOON 615-595-1250 wcpltn.org

Drop in for crafts from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month in the Teen Room at Williamson County Public Library (1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin).

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT AT CHEEKWOOD 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org

Come out to Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) from 5 - 9 p.m. for live music and programs combining art and nature. Free for members; $20 for adults and $13 for ages 3 - 17.

FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE)

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Join BalancED for Richland Park Library’s free community yoga program. Classes are held via Zoom on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Email timothy. allman@nashville.gov for instructions on how to join the class.

WAY LATE PLAY DATE: LITTLE RED CORVETTE 514-862-5160 adventuresci.org

Unpack your hair crimper, iron your favorite pair of dad jeans and gas up the DeLorean because Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Boulevard, Nashville) is traveling back to the ’80s for a special adults-only event from 7 10 p.m. Cost is $30.

THINGS TO DO FRI 03 TODDLER TIME WITH THOMAS 615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov

Head to Sports*Com in Murfreesboro (2310 Memorial Blvd.) Fridays from 10 - 11 a.m. for body part recognition and cognitive skill development for kids ages 5 and younger. Cost is $3.

BONNAROO MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE ART GROUP: ACRYLIC PAINTING 615-862-5862

Learn acrylic painting with whimsical realism utilizing simple techniques in an acrylic class for adults from 12 - 3 p.m. at Goodlettsville Library (205 Rivergate Parkway, Goodlettsville). Drawing skills and experience not necessary. Beginners to intermediate level. Supplies provided. Limit 12. Registration required.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING 615-481-9546 noble-springs.com

Come to Noble Springs Dairy Farm (3144 Blazer Road, Franklin) to spend time learning about goats and other farm animals while petting and cuddling baby goats. Times are 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Admission $10 per person. Children 2 and younger are free.

FREE SKY BEAR PUPPET SHOW

Sky Bear is a Native American folktale about how the Milky Way was formed told by marionettes and presented in the Nashville Public Library’s Children’s Theater (615 Church St., Nashville) at 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 and older.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME COOL SPRINGS urbanairtrampolinepark.com

Bring toddlers and preschoolers from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. to Urban Air Adventure Park in Cool Springs (1735 Galleria Boulevard, Franklin) on Fridays. The park opens up just for toddlers and parents to bounce safely. Cost is $11.99.

MARTIN ARTQUEST See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET bestfoodtrucks.com/musiccityfoodtruckpark

Held inside a huge facility at 400 Davidson St., the Music City Food Truck Park & Flea Market takes place Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Drop by Warner Park Nature Center in Nashville to explore the bird garden, observe the feeders and watch for hummingbirds the first two Saturdays in September between 10 a.m. and noon. FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN

FREE LIVE CONCERTS ON MURFREESBORO SQUARE

NASHVILLE SC VS. NEW YORK CITY FC

Friday nights are filled with music as Main Street Murfreesboro throws a musical party on the courthouse square from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.! During intermission, the National Dance Club will have free dance lessons for all.

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Nashville SC squares off against New York City FC at Nissan Stadium at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20.

FREE KIDS MOVIE NIGHT AT STREETS OF INDIAN LAKE 866-704-3000 streetsofindianlake.com

Enjoy live music, face painting, games and food trucks followed by a screening of Shrek at Streets of Indian Lake (300 Indian Lake Boulevard, Hendersonville). Activities begin at 6 p.m., movie starts at 7 p.m.

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FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS 615-395-0102 arringtonvineyards.com

Come out to Arrington Vineyards (6211 Patton Road) from 5 - 9 p.m. for Food Truck Fridays, featuring rotating food trucks and live jazz music. No reservations are required. Entry is free.

FREE FIRST FRIDAY SPRINGFIELD NIGHT MARKET

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FIREPIT FRIDAYS

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Friday night climbs come with a campfire and marshmallows at Nashville’s Adventure Park (801 Percy Warner Boulevard) from 4 - 8 p.m. Includes two hours of climbing.

FREE SPRINGFIELD CONCERT SERIES springfieldtn.gov/703/SunsetConcert-Series

Enjoy the sounds of summer at free sunset concerts from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in Springfield (500 S. Main St.).

Enjoy live music, food trucks, a kids’ zone and artisans from 6 - 9 p.m. at the square in Springfield (405 North Main Street, Springfield).

DAVE CHAPPELLE AND JOE ROGAN 615-770-2000 bridgestonearena.com

Comedians Dave Chappelle and Joe Rogan are at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena! Starts at 7 p.m.

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SAT 04 FREE WATCH THE HUMMINGBIRDS! 615-862-8555 wnpc.nashville.gov

Drop by Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville) to explore the bird garden, observe the feeders and watch for hummingbirds between 10 a.m. and noon.

NATIONAL CORVETTE MUSEUM CORVETTE CARAVAN adventuresci.org

The annual National Corvette Museum Corvette Caravan will be stopping at the Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. See a variety of corvettes and talk to the drivers.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE CHALK ART CONTEST 615-880-3951

Who’s the best chalk artist? Come out to Hermitage Library (3700 James Kay Lane, Hermitage) from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. All participants will have a 5’x5’ space to showcase their work. Spectators and judges vote for their favorite piece. Call to register.

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THINGS TO DO CLASSIC CAR SHOW

LANE MOTOR VAULT TOURS

Stroll among impeccably maintained classic cars from the early to midtwentieth century during the Classic Car Show at Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free for members; $20 for adults and $13 for ages 3-17.

Lane Motor Museum has more than 580 cars, but only has space to display 150 cars at a given time. Weekend tours at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. let you view all the cars in their vault. Located at 702 Murfreesboro Pike, the cost is $6 (in addition to museum admission, which is $3 for kids and $12 for adults).

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FREE SKY BEAR PUPPET SHOW

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FREE JAZZ AM

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BONNAROO MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL See Thursday, Sept. 2.

BREWS AND BLUEGRASS TRAIN RIDE 615-241-0436 tcry.org/train-rides

Ride a traditional stainless steel passenger train courtesy of Tennessee Central Railway Museum (220 Willow Street, Nashville). Train will layover in Watertown for performances from bluegrass pickers! Coach seats are $46; dome seats are $90. Train departs at 9 a.m. and returns around 5 p.m.

FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS AT WILDERNESS STATION

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An interactive jazz concert for young people featuring music, puppets, rhythm and movement at Nashville’s Hadley Park Community Center (1037 28th Ave. N) at 10 a.m. The program is for children ages 2 - 10 and families.

FREE NOLENSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET 615-967-6765

This is a producer-only farmers’ market located outside the Historic Nolensville School (7218 Nolensville Road) every Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

FREE MURFREESBORO SATURDAY FARMERS’ MARKET mainstreetmurfreesboro.org

A weekly farmers’ market on the Murfreesboro square from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m.

FREE HENDERSONVILLE FARMERS’ & ARTISAN MARKET

CABARET ON STAGE: AN EVENING WITH NORM LEWIS

Shop for in-season produce including organic fruits, vegetables and a variety of organic meats from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Streets of Indian Lake (300 Indian Lake Boulevard, Hendersonville).

TPAC and Studio Tenn present this live performance at 8 p.m. at TPAC’s Polk Theater (505 Deaderick Street, Nashville) featuring Norm Lewis (Once on This Island; Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street; Phantom).

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FREE KID’S COMMUNITY SPORTS EVENT 615-373-9292

Community sports for kids age 7 - 17 Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Plaza Mariachi (3955 Nolensville Pike, Nashville). Activities include soccer, volleyball, basketball and a cookout.

FAMILY CAMP-OUT & MOVIE NIGHT

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Cook hotdogs and roast marshmallows outside over a campfire, then enjoy an outdoor showing of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 E. Sam Ridley Pkwy. E.). $10 per person (ages 3+), $5 for members (ages 3+).

VANDERBILT COMMODORES FOOTBALL VS. EAST TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY

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Come see Nashville’s Vanderbilt Commodores against East Tennessee State University Bucs Football at the Vanderbilt Stadium (2601 Jess Neely Drive, Nashville). Kick off is at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25.

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Visit cows, pigs, horses, goats and chickens Sundays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Gentle Farm (9295 Christiana Fosterville Road, Christiana). Cost is $20 for adults; $10 for children.

CREATIVE ZONE: EMBELLISHED INSTRUMENTS 615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

Kids can create paper instruments inspired by those on display in the Country Music Hall of Fame from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Included with admission; free for members and kids 5 and under.

FAMILY CLIMB MURFREESBORO 615-796-6545 climbyourrock.com

Enjoy an afternoon of rock-climbing at The Ascent (831 Park Avenue, Murfreesboro) from 12 - 6 p.m. $39 covers day passes, gear and safety training for for four.

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Get introduced to The Wilderness Station’s (697 Veterans Parkway, Murfreesboro) on Saturdays at 1:30 p.m. All ages welcome.

GRAND MASTER FIDDLER CHAMPIONSHIP 615-416-2001 grandmasterfiddler.com

The 50th Annual Grand Master Fiddler Championship is at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s Ford Theater (222 5th Avenue South, Nashville). Contestants from all over the world will compete each day with programs and performances from 9:40 a.m. - 5 p.m.

FREE FAMILY BINGO AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY 615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.libcal.com

Play family bingo from 1 - 3 p.m. at Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) to win prizes.

FREE FRANKLIN FARMERS’ MARKET factoryatfranklin.com

Supplying local produce and more every Saturday at The Factory at Franklin covered back lot (230 Franklin Road) from 8 a.m. - 12 noon.

The two-day Grand Master Fiddler Championship Sept. 4 - 5 at Country Music Hall of Fame recognizes the top fiddler in North America through competition rounds, interspersed with special performances.

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THINGS TO DO FREE SMYRNA QUEST KIDS 615-459-4884 rclstn.org

All ages. Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Road West, Smyrna. 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 4 p.m. at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road West, Smyrna), school-aged children are invited to join for a new activity (crafts, science experiments, games and stories). Geared toward ages 6 - 12.

NASHVILLE COCKTAIL FESTIVAL

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Nashville Cocktail Festival is a celebration of the craft of the cocktail, highlighting award-winning authors, boutique spirits, small-batch mixers and the bartenders who put it all together at various venues Sept. 7 - 11 nightly from 6 - 9 p.m. Tickets start at $25.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL 615-690-4487 nashvillesounds.com

Versus the Memphis Redbirds at First Tennessee Park (19 Junior Gilliam Way, Nashville) at 7:05 p.m.

All Access Nights at the Discovery Center are a time for special-needs families to enjoy the museum’s exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment free of charge, happening Sept. 9, Oct. 14 and Nov. 11 from 5 - 8 p.m. 2022 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFYING MATCH nissanstadium.com

See the US Men’s National Team take on Canada in the first home game of the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifying campaign at Nissan Stadium at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $40.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE See Wedneday, Sept. 1.

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See Saturday, Sept. 4.

This race in downtown Franklin benefits Mercy Community Healthcare. A Kids’ Zone features a variety of activities and there’s live music, too. The race will include a 5K run/walk, 10K run and a 1K kids run beginning at 7 a.m.

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES

FREE YOGA (ONLINE)

GRAND MASTER FIDDLER CHAMPIONSHIP

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Come out to Arrington Vineyards at 6211 Patton Road from 3 - 7 p.m. for live jazz and bluegrass bands Saturdays and Sundays through October.

SEAN KENNEY’S NATURE POP! MADE WITH LEGO® BRICKS See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

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Learn and play through classic and modern games of all varieties online with Nashville Public Library’s Game Keeper John every other Tuesday on NPL’s YouTube channel at 3 p.m.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE

FREE BRENTWOOD PRENDA CODE CLUB

Take a live virtual yoga class in your own home Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Classes are sponsored by Nashville Public Library and held through Zoom.

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EARLY EXPLORERS adventuresci.org

Preschool activities include a storytime and planetarium show at 11 a.m. $18 for non-member adults & $14 for nonmember youth; free for members.

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Gather outside at Cheekwood’s (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden and read nature and art inspired children’s books each week at 10, 10:45 and 11:30 a.m. Free for members, included with general admission for non-members.

FREE PLAY GAMES WITH GAME KEEPER JOHN (ONLINE)

See Wedneday, Sept. 1.

FREE LABOR DAY!

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FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021 See Thursday, Sept. 2.

STORYTIME IN THE BRACKEN FOUNDATION CHILDREN’S GARDEN

TODDLER TIME IN THE VILLAGE; TRACTORS Get some outside time at Cannonsburgh Village (312 S Front St., Murfreesboro) with your toddler at 10 a.m. Kids will enjoy shucking corn, searching for their favorite tractor and a story time. Admission is $3 per person with reservations required. Reservation required; for ages 5 and under.

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Teens are invited to create Minecraft worlds, build a website and control robots at this free coding club from 4 5 p.m. in Brentwood Library’s Learning Lab (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood). For ages 8 - 18; registration required.

FREE MIDTN MAGIC CLUB AT LINEBAUGH 615-893-4131 rclstn.org

Explore magic at Linebaugh Library in Murfreesboro from 7 - 9 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month on the 2nd floor.

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FREE YARN LOVE MURFREESBORO rclstn.org 615-893-4131

Come out to Linebaugh Library, 105 West Vine Street, in Murfreesboro at 6 p.m. for this casual group of yarn enthusiasts who love to knit and crochet.

FREE JACKSON’S LIBRARY CARD (ONLINE) 615-889-2941 thehermitage.com/bookclub

Grab a snack and join Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage for a monthly virtual book club. September’s read is A History of the Orchid by Gustavo Romero and Merle Reinikka. Meetings are the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

WED 08 FREE WIC MOBILE LAB 615-862-5871 library.nashville.org

Families new to WIC benefits may attend the WIC Mobile Clinic to pick up vouchers instead of going to their WIC clinic location from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Southeast Branch Library (5260 Hickory Hollow Parkway, Antioch).

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE See Wedneday, Sept. 1.

WILD THINGS AT WILDERNESS STATION See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

FREE YOGA AT NASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN

FREE GET READY FOR SPOOKY SEASON MOVIE SERIES

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

See Tuesday, Sept. 7.

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Get spooky at Inglewood Library (4312 Gallatin Pike, Nashville) Wednesdays in September from 5:30 - 8 p.m. and watch movies to get you excited for the Halloween season. Today’s movie is The Addams Family (PG-13).

THU 09 FREE ADULT OPEN CRAFT HOUR See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE ALL ACCESS NIGHT AT DISCOVERY CENTER 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org mpurcell@explorethedc.org

All Access Nights are a time for special-needs families to enjoy the exhibits at the Discovery Center (502 Southeast Broad Street, Murfreesboro) in a sensory-friendly environment from 5 - 8 p.m. A free meal from Chick-fil-A is provided. Reservations are suggested.

FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE) See Thursday, Sept. 2.

BLAKE SHELTON

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Blake Shelton will perform at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena at 7 p.m. “Friends and Heroes 2021” will welcome special guest Lindsay Ell, with appearances by Martina McBride, Tracy Byrd and Trace Adkins.

FREE COMIC BOOK CLUB (ONLINE)

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Are you a comic book fan? Come join Nashville Public Library’s weekly virtual discussion about comic books and graphic novels in all genres. The club meets on Google Meet on select Thursdays at 8 p.m. To join, please email sade.johnson@nashville.gov.

FREE CRAYON KIDS See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FAMILY PROGRAM: SONGWRITING TUNE-UP See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE HOMESCHOOL FRIENDS See Thursday, Sept. 2.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE See Wedneday, Sept. 1.

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PAINTING WITH THE PRESIDENT 615-889-2941 thehermitage.com

Learn how to paint the natural environment from two local artists and leave with your own watercolor painting from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at The Hermitage (4580 Rachels Lane, Hermitage). Wine will be available for purchase. Tickets are $35 for Hermitage Members and $45 non-members.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL! 615-826-6037 hpactn.com

Hendersonville Performing Arts Company (260 West Main Street, Hendersonville) presents Ragtime the Musical! through Sept. 26 with performances on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Adult admission is $20; children and seniors are $17.

FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021 See Thursday, Sept. 2.

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT AT CHEEKWOOD See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FRI 10 BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE FALL ARCHERY CLUB FOR HOMESCHOOL STUDENTS See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE SKY BEAR PUPPET SHOW

Music for All as Nashville Symphony’s 75th Season Gets Underway

ince suspending all concerts in March 2020, the Nashville Symphony has waited to open its doors and share the power of music with audiences again. The new season kicks off on September 16, with Fanfare for Music City, a program that includes two works that will honor the contributions of essential workers during the pandemic. In addition to the anticipation of being together again, the 2021/22 season is also the Symphony’s 75th anniversary. This year will be a showcase of celebration, healing and the world-class performances that Nashville expects from the Grammy-winning orchestra. With more than 100 classical, pops, jazz and family concerts scheduled, there is something for everyone this season. Highlights coming up include Beethoven’s First and Ninth, Firebird with the Nashville Ballet and popular films accompanied by the orchestra; guest artists include Leslie Odom, Jr., Police drummer Stewart Copeland, Jennifer Nettles and Ben Folds. The Nashville Symphony performs at Schermerhorn Symphony Center located at One Symphony Place in downtown Nashville. For tickets and more information, visit nashvillsymphony.org.

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FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE GRANDPARENTS DAY SOCIAL 615-893-4131 x114 rclstn.org/events

GOBLINS & GIGGLES OPENING WEEKEND 615-889-1000 rb.gy/5rhlgv

Family-friendly Halloween activities including a jack-o-lantern walk, trickor-treating, scavenger hunts, spooky animal encounters and more through October 31 at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center (2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville).

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE ART GROUP: WATERCOLOR

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Learn basic techniques of watercolor painting and take home a finished painting in this class for adults from 12 - 3 p.m. at Goodlettsville Library (205 Rivergate Parkway, Goodlettsville).

Linebaugh Library (105 West Vine Street, Murfreesboro) is celebrating Grandparents Day with snacks, crafts and activities for all ages at 3:30 p.m.

HERITAGE DAYS

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This living history event at Historic Sam Davis Home (1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna) features more than 20 historical demonstrations, plus handson activities, period re-enactors and more depicting the harvest season in the 19th century from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cost is $8 per participating student.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME COOL SPRINGS See Friday, Sept. 3.

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SMYRNA KIDS PAINTING NIGHT townofsmyrna.org alex.lempin@townofsmyrna.org

Kids can bring a parent to the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center from 6 - 8 p.m. for paint night featuring bats and butterflies. Recommended for ages 5 - 15. All supplies will be provided; cost is $10.

FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET See Friday, Sept. 3.

NASHVILLE GREEK FESTIVAL DRIVE-THRU 615-333-1047 nashvillegreekfestival.com

A celebration of the cuisine, music and culture of Greece today through Sunday at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (4905 Franklin Pike, Nashville). All your favorite food and pastries will be just a drive-thru away!

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THINGS TO DO FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN See Thursday, Sept. 2.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL See Tuesday, Sept. 7.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL! See Thursday, Sept. 9.

FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021 See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FIREPIT FRIDAYS See Friday, Sept. 3.

SAT 11 FREE FRANKLIN FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, Sept. 4.

ARCHERY AT WILDERNESS STATION

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Go over bows and technique and get a chance to shoot at the Wilderness Station (697 Veterans Parkway, Murfreesboro) from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. This program requires a one-mile walk on a paved trail to get to the archery area. Admission is $3 per chid, registration is required.

FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS AT WILDERNESS STATION See Saturday, Sept. 4.

BATTY FOR BATS

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Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road South, Brentwood) is partnering with The Nature Conservancy to celebrate their favorite nocturnal flying mammal from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cave Program Director Cory Holliday will be onsite for a special presentation on bats, then each registration group will build a bat box to take home.

FREE TWEEN & TEEN TAILGATE PARTY AT LINEBAUGH 615-893-4131 rclstn.org/events

Come dressed in your favorite jersey or team attire for games, prizes, and crafts from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Linebaugh (105 West Vine Street, Murfreesboro).

FREE MURFREESBORO SATURDAY FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, Sept. 4.

FREE HENDERSONVILLE FARMERS’ & ARTISAN MARKET See Saturday, Sept. 4.

Tennessee’s largest polo match will be Sept. 11 at Riverview Farm in Franklin benefiting Rochelle Center and Saddle Up! Tailgating begins at 1 p.m. and the match starts at 3 p.m. FREE BATS AND BUTTERFLIES! 615-459-9742 townofsmyrna.org

Learn all about some nightly pollinators at Sharp Springs Park (311 Jefferson Pike, Smyrna) from 1 - 3 p.m. Discuss the importance of butterflies and the great Monarch Migration while also taking a look at the bats that continue the pollination process after dark. Themed crafts and activities included!

FREE WATCH THE HUMMINGBIRDS!

See Friday, Sept. 10.

CHUKKERS FOR CHARITY 615-794-1150 chukkersforcharity.net

Tennessee’s largest polo match held at Riverview Farm (1475 Moran Road, Franklin) from 2 - 6:30 p.m. A colorful match featuring VIP cabanas, tailgating, catered lunch and libations benefiting Rochelle Center and Saddle Up!

FREE SECOND SATURDAYS TOURS

See Saturday, Sept. 4.

FREE KID’S COMMUNITY SPORTS EVENT See Saturday, Sept. 4.

LANE MOTOR VAULT TOURS See Saturday, Sept. 4.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE RUTHERFORD COUNTY YOUTH MAGIC GROUP 615-459-4884 rclstn.org/events

Presto! Aspiring magicians can join in the fun at 9:30 a.m. for a magic group for ages 6 - 12. Meetings take place at Smyrna Public Library on the first Saturday of each month and Linebaugh in Murfreesboro on the second Saturday of each month.

FREE NOLENSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, Sept. 4.

GOBLINS & GIGGLES OPENING WEEKEND

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The Tennessee State Library & Archives (1001 Rep. John Lewis Way N., Nashville) feature guided tours of the new building every hour on the hour from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Experience Tennessee’s story through interactive exhibits on the state’s most precious historical documents.

FREE SKY BEAR PUPPET SHOW See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE EXPERIENCE ROBERTSON COUNTY: SPIRITS, SMOKE & SOIL

FREE SALTY DOG FESTIVAL 615-851-2253 saltydogfestival.com

The best in local artisans, crafts, music, local businesses and food trucks from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Main Street Park (105 South Main Street, Goodlettsville). The festival will host a live band, petting zoo, kiddie train, dog costume contest and more!

GRIT, GRACE, GRUB: ‘A FOOD & BLUEGRASS TOUR’ 615-452-4000 gallatintn.org

Gallatin presents this food and bluegrass tour from 3 - 7 p.m. at Gallatin Farmers’ Market (160 West Franklin Street, Gallatin). Participating locations will offer samples. Along the route, musicians will play bluegrass. Pick up your purchased tickets the day of the event between 1 and 4 p.m.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL See Tuesday, Sept. 7.

BEETHOVEN UNDER THE STARS W/ THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY

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615-999-9000 nashvillesymphony.org

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL!

Earn stamps in your Robertson County passport as you experience the small town southern charm of each of their 11 municipalities in this tour from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. starting at Robertson County Fairgrounds (4635 U.S. 41, Springfield). See Sunday, Sept. 5.

Bring the family and get ready for a spectacular night of music under the stars as Maestro Giancarlo Guerrero and your Nashville Symphony perform the works of Beethoven at Ascend Amphitheater (310 1st Ave S, Nashville). Tickets range from $24-$75. See Thursday, Sept. 9.

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FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021

This celebration of Scottish and Celtic traditions includes hurling and rugby games, bagpipe and drum bands, sheep dog herding demonstrations, a tartan parade, children’s activities, specialty vendors and more from 9 a.m. 5 p.m. at Percy Warner Park (2500 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville). Cost is $25 for adults, $7 for children.

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SCOUT-URDAYS AT DISCOVERY CENTER

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Scouting groups can meet badge, pin, loop and rank requirements while learning new skills at the Discovery Center (502 Southeast Broad Street, Murfreesboro) from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Costs $10 per scout, $5 per adult.

SUNSET SAFARI AT THE ZOO 615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org

Enjoy food and drinks from more than 50 of Nashville’s best restaurants, plus live entertainment and animal encounters during Nashville Zoo’s signature fundraising event from 7 - 11 p.m.

FREE ANTIOCH MOVIE IN THE PARK friendsofmillridgepark.org

Gather the kiddos for a free movie with popcorn on the lawn at Mill Ridge Park (12965 Old Hickory Boulevard, Antioch). Enjoy lawn games before the movie starts at sunset. Bring a blanket or lawn chair (no drive-in viewing).

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FREE NATIONAL GRANDPARENTS DAY! FREE ‘THE LYRICAL COWBOY’ OPENS AT MONTHAVEN

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A new exhibit celebrating the American cowboy tradition opens at Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center (1017 Antebellum Cir., Hendersonville) through October 24, 2021. The exhibit features 40 paintings, sculptures (including beaded skull art) and photographs from the Booth Western Art Museum paired with lyrics from traditional and contemporary songs. An opening reception takes place today from 2 - 5 p.m.

NASHVILLE GREEK FESTIVAL See Friday, Sept. 10.

LANE MOTOR VAULT TOURS See Saturday, Sept. 4.

CREATIVE ZONE: ADORN A MICROPHONE 615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

Create a mic using color, gems and sequins from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Country Music Hall of Fame (222 5th Avenue South, Nashville). Included with admission. Free to members.

VISIT RESCUED FARM ANIMALS See Sunday, Sept. 5.

VINTAGE BASE BALL

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Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy some old-fashioned 19th-century baseball games on the grounds of Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage at 4580 Rachels Lane, Hermitage) at 2 p.m. Admission to the games are free for visitors with a ticket to the site.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

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FAMILY CLIMB MURFREESBORO See Sunday, Sept. 5.

GOBLINS & GIGGLES OPENING WEEKEND See Friday, Sept. 10.

See Sunday, Sept. 5.

See Tuesday, Sept. 7.

FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021 See Thursday, Sept. 2.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL! See Thursday, Sept. 9.

NAS W/NASHVILLE SYMPHONY 615-999-9000 nashvillesymphony.org

The LEGO League meets at Green Hills Library (3701 Benham Avenue, Nashville) from 2 - 4:45 p.m. on Sundays for families to play with provided LEGOs, Duplos and Mega Bloks.

It’s a history-making evening as legendary rapper Nas joins the Nashville Symphony for one night only at Ascend Amphitheater (301 1st Avenue South, Nashville). Be there as he performs fan favorites accompanied by the epic sound of the full orchestra starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $35-$90.

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Cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs. the Arizona Cardinals for their season opener at Nissan Stadium at 12 p.m.

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SHOW ME SNAKES REPTILE & EXOTICS SHOW 615-450-3049 showmesnakes.com

A safe and family-friendly event to educate and introduce people to reptiles and exotics from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Wilson County Expo Center (945 East Baddour Parkway, Lebanon). Cost is $7 until after 1 p.m., when military, veterans, first responders and small children ages 12 and younger get in free.

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The Virtual Fair will give participants the chance to learn about school options with daily themes — including Christian, Catholic, Traditional, Boarding, Montessori, Preschools, Special Needs and more. Online booths will include video tours, direct contact with Admissions’ directors and Q & A’s.

EARLY EXPLORERS See Monday, Sept. 6.

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The Middle Tennessee Highland Games and Celtic Festival on Sept. 11 celebrates traditions like hurling and rugby, bagpipe and drum bands, sheep dog herding demonstrations, a tartan parade, children’s activities and more from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Percy Warner Park in Nashville.

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Tuesday, August 3 1-2pm or 2-3pm Visit our website to RSVP (615)371-5437 330 Franklin Rd Next to TJMaxx & Nordstrom Rack mygym.com/Brentwood Brentwood@mygym.com @mygymbrentwood

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THINGS TO DO SPECIAL!

TENNESSEE CAMPING! A crackling fire at night, early morning walks and NO electronics! How’s that for family togetherness? BY MICHAEL W. ALDRICH

FIRST THINGS FIRST

SURVIVAL TIPS

• Do a practice run first! A child’s first camping trip (or an adult’s first camping trip with kids) is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming thing. Don’t drive for hours to find out that your little one has a hard time sleeping in a tent and is up all night. Do a few practice runs in the backyard so that your kids know a little of what to expect.

• Think simple. One or two things a day will suffice. Trying to do too much can easily overwhelm everyone. • Just let them play. Plan lots of downtime in your day so your kids can just enjoy being outside. Kids require very few things to make them happy. A few toys that are great to have in the camping arsenal are buckets, balls and gloves and Frisbees.

• When you’re ready, reserve a campsite online. The standardized rates range from $8 (four people) per night for primitive sites up to $25 (four people) for premium sites. Typical campsites with water and electric are $20 per night for four people; $1 each additional person.

• Don’t stress. Camping with kids almost never goes exactly as planned – relax. Your attitude will rub off on the kids. • Go for a nature walks. Children can have fun pointing out the different leaves, insects, tracks on the ground, vegetation, etc.

• When you arrive at your site, walk the boundaries with the kids so they won’t wander out of site. Give them landmarks to look for, as in, “You can go from that group of rocks to this tree, and stay away from the road.” If they know their boundaries from the beginning, you can go about preparing your campsite.

• Just stuff all the dirty laundry into one large bag. • Consider bringing a potty seat for toddlers.

• Take advantage of the family fun things to do in the parks like hiking, fishing, swimming, geocaching, boating and more.

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• Pack fun food items, too — (kids love those mini boxes of cereal).

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CAMPSITES TO LOVE ANDERSON ROAD REC AREA 4060 Anderson Road, Nashville 30 minutes East of Nashville Percy Priest Lake; $16 - $40. BLEDSOE CREEK 400 Zieglers Fort Road, Gallatin 45 minutes Northeast of Nashville Fifty-seven level campsites and six miles of scenic trails. $25 - $35 a night. BUFFALO RIVER RESORT 3520 North Highway 13, Lobelville 1 hour and a half West of Nashville Tent camping $8 per person a night; RVs $39.50. CAGES BEND 1125 Benders Ferry Road, Gallatin 30 minutes Northeast of Nashville Camping loops with sites; $30 - $35. CEDAR CREEK 9264 Saundersville Road, Mt. Juliet 45 minutes Northeast of Nashville Sixty sites; $30 - $50. CEDARS OF LEBANON 328 Cedar Forest Road, Lebanon 40 minutes East of Nashville More than 87 campsites. $25 - $35 a night. DEFEATED CREEK PARK 140 Marina Lane, Defeated 1 hour and a half East of Nashville On the banks of Cordell Hull Lake on the Cumberland River; 155 sites; $22 - $100. EDGAR EVINS 1630 Edgar Evins State Park Road, Silver Point 1 hour East of Nashville On the shores of Center Hill Lake, find 60 tent and trailer campsites. $11 - $35 a night. FALL CREEK FALLS 2009 Village Camp Road, Spencer 2 and a half hours Southeast of Nashville One of Tennessee’s largest and most popular state parks. Hundreds of standard and premium camp sites. $11 - $25 a night.

FROZEN HEAD 3208, 964 Flat Fork Road, Wartburg 2 and a half hours East of Nashville Twenty rustic campsites in addition to backcountry camping. $15 - $35 a night. HENRY HORTON 4209 Nashville Hwy., Chapel Hill 1 hour South of Nashville Located near the Duck River, 19 tent-specific sites and 56 RV sites with Wi-Fi. $11 - $35 a night. HORSESHOE BEND MARINA 6040 Webbs Camp Road, Walling 2 hours East of Nashville On Center Hill Lake; $20 a night for tent camping; Glamping $75 a night; RV sites $25. LORETTA LYNN RANCH 8000 Highway 13 South, Hurricane Mills 1 hour and a half West of Nashville Located in Hurricane Mills; tent camping $20; RVs $40. MONTGOMERY BELL 1020 Jackson Hill Road, Burns 45 minutes West of Nashville Tent and RV sites. $15 - $35 a night. NASHVILLE KOA 2626 Music Valley Dr., Nashville 20 minutes Northeast of Nashville Near Opry Mills. To reserve, call 615-889-0282. Tents, RVs, extended stays. SEVEN POINTS CAMPGROUND 1810 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Hermitage 30 minutes East of Nashville In Hermitage on Percy Priest Lake, 59 campsites; $22 - $120. SOUTH CUMBERLAND 11745 US-41, Monteagle 1 and a half hours Southeast of Nashville Great hiking and 26 rustic campsites for tents or small trailers.$18 - $35 a night. For more information on Tennessee State Parks, visit tnstatepark.com.

RENTALS LUXURIOUS OPTIONS

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WILLIAMSMOTORHOME.COM The home of Nashville RV, rental options include small travel trailers and towable or drivable motor homes. THEFLYINGHAM.COM Rent a mini trailer; three different styles to choose from with free delivery to numerous local camping areas listed on website.

CAMPSITE • Tent (single-room, double-room, rooms that split off, etc.) • Tent poles, stakes • Tarps (to lay under the tent or create a canopy for shade) & roll of paracord • Chairs

KITCHEN • Portable stove, fuel • Grate for campfire cooking • Matches/lighter • Firewood • Pots and pans • Portable coffee maker • Cases of bottled water • Sticks for mallows and hot dogs • Food-storage containers/bags • Trash bags • Separate coolers for ice and food • Plates, bowls, forks, spoons, knives, cups and mugs • Cooking utensils & cutting board • Tinfoil • Soap, sponge, dish cloth, towel • Paper towels • Extra bin for washing dishes

SLEEPING • Sleeping bags/sheets and blankets

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LIGHTS • Headlamps/flashlights

HIPCAMP.COM Search and book campsites on ranches, farms, vineyards and beyond with tents, tree houses, yurts, Airstreams, RVs and more.

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• Lantern and fuel • Decorative lights to hang

• Backpacks • Baby carriers • Extra bins to organize gear

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THINGS TO DO SPARK! AT DISCOVERY CENTER 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org/spark

Discovery Center’s SPARK! program is for children ages 1 - 6 (with a caregiver) to enjoy socially distanced hands-on STEAM learning and play on select Mondays from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Enjoy music and motion, stories, yoga stretches and guided activities. Advance registration is encouraged, as space is limited.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

SCHOLASTIC CHESS CLUB 615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.libcal.com

Learn and play chess with a Nashville Chess Center coach at Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 5 - 6 p.m. Boards are included, as well as a Gold membership to chesskid.com, where children can compete in safe online challenges and tournaments. Ages 6 - 12; cost is $10 and registration is required.

FREE AFTER-SCHOOL MOVIE MONDAY 615-862-5854

Teens in grades 5 -12 can drop by Bellevue Library (720 Baugh Road, Nashville) from 4 - 5:30 p.m. for a movie in the Teen Room.

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FREE GET READY FOR SPOOKY SEASON MOVIE SERIES

STORYTIME IN THE BRACKEN FOUNDATION CHILDREN’S GARDEN

Get spooky at Inglewood Library (4312 Gallatin Pike, Nashville) Wednesdays in September from 5:30 - 8 p.m. and watch movies to get you excited for the Halloween season. Sept. 8th’s movie is Practical Magic (PG-13).

See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

See Tuesday, Sept. 7.

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FREE YOGA AT NASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

FREE NASHVILLE PARENT’S VIRTUAL PRIVATE SCHOOL FAIR (ONLINE) See Monday, Sept. 13.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE See Wedneday, Sept. 1.

WILD THINGS AT WILDERNESS STATION See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

ACRYLIC POUR CLASS AT PINSPIRATION BRENTWOOD

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Come out to Pinspiration Brentwood at 91 Seaboard Ln #108 for this Acrylic Pour Class from 6 - 8 p.m. intended for ages 12 and up. Cost is $50 per person and 3 poured prints will be created.

FREE OWL PROWL

FREE TEEN LEGO CLUB 615-595-1250 wcpltn.org

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Teen Lego Club is open the third Wednesday of the month from 3:30 5:30 p.m. to decompress after classes in the Teen Room at Williamson County Public Library (1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin).

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Explore the Warner Park forest listening to and looking for its resident owls with Warner Park Nature Sanctuary (7311 Highway 100, Nashville) from 7 - 8 p.m. Program is intended for ages 8 and up.

THU 16 FREE NASHVILLE PARENT’S VIRTUAL PRIVATE SCHOOL FAIR (ONLINE) See Monday, Sept. 13.

FREE CRAYON KIDS See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FAMILY PROGRAM: SONGWRITING TUNE-UP See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS MARKET See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE HOMESCHOOL FRIENDS See Thursday, Sept. 2.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE See Wedneday, Sept. 1.

FREE ADULT OPEN CRAFT HOUR See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE GAMING MONDAY 615-862-5860

Challenge your friends to a variety of tabletop and video games every Monday at 4 p.m. at East Branch Library (206 Gallatin Avenue, Nashville). For ages 12 - 17

FREE YOGA (ONLINE) See Tuesday, Sept. 7

TUE 14 FREE NASHVILLE PARENT’S VIRTUAL PRIVATE SCHOOL FAIR (ONLINE) See Monday, Sept. 13.

FREE WISHING CHAIR PRODUCTIONS STORY TIME library.nashville.org

Bring kids ages 0 - 6 to Nashville Public Library for Wishing Chair Productions’ live puppet show Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Run time is 30 - 45 minutes at Church Street Park, across the street from Main Library (615 Church Street, Nashville).

CANNONSBURGH VILLAGE HOMESCHOOL DAY: OUTSIDE GAMES & TOYS 615-801-2606

Bring your family and friends to play yard games under the trees of Cannonsburgh Village (312 S Front St., Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11:30 am. Cost is $3 per person and reservations required.

Cheekwood’s Tots! program returns Sept. 18 with outings for kids ages 2 - 5 exploring art, nature and stories with revolving themes Tuesdays - Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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THINGS TO DO FREE COMIC BOOK CLUB (ONLINE)

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FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE) See Thursday, Sept. 2.

SYMPHONY OPENING WEEKEND: FANFARE FOR MUSIC CITY

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Nashville Symphony’s 2021-22 season opens with Fanfare For Music City, tonight at 7 p.m. and Friday - Saturday, (Sept. 17 - 18) at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $40.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL! See Thursday, Sept. 9.

The mission of READing Paws is to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of nationally registered therapy animal-owner/handler teams as literacy mentors.

Kids Can Read Aloud With A Trained Therapy Dog this Month READING PAWS FRANKLIN

READING PAWS NOLENSVILLE

READING PAWS MURFREESBORO

Kids ages 6 - 12 can come read with a trained therapy dog. Registered children will be scheduled to read at 10 minute intervals. Call the children’s department, 615-595-1244, following registration to obtain an assigned time.

Join a specially trained reading dog with the nonprofit Reading Paws, for a reading session at Nolensville Library. Pick a book from the library or bring your own. Call 615-776-5490 for more information.

Come read to Stevie, Linebaugh Library’s friendly Reading Education Assistance Dog, from 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. on the first Monday of each month. Advance Registration is required. Contact the Linebaugh Library Youth Services Department for more details by calling 615-893-4131 x 114.

Sept. 11, 25 | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Williamson County Public Library 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin

READING PAWS GREEN HILLS

Sept. 11, 25 | 1 - 2:30 p.m. Green Hills Library 3701 Benham Avenue, Nashville

Visit the story room for a chance to cuddle up with a canine friend who will listen while you read. Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Registration is required. Call 615-862-5863 to reserve your spot! For children in Kindergarten and older.

Sept. 11, 25 | 9 - 11 a.m. Sept. 14, 28 | 4 - 6 p.m. Nolensville Library 915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville

READ ALONG & GIANT FLEMISH BUNNIES

Sept. 30 | 4 p.m. Hendersonville Public Library 140 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville

Visit HPL to see Giant Flemish bunnies! HPL also offers “Read Alongs With Hollie” in the children’s sensory room for children on the Autism Spectrum Mondays at 11:30 a.m. Call 615-824-0656 or more info.

Sept. 13 | 3:30 - 5 p.m. Linebaugh Library 105 West Vine Street, Murfreesboro

PAWSOME READING BRENTWOOD

Sept. 25 | 12 - 2 p.m. Brentwood Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood

Improve literacy skills by reading with Shiloh for 20 minutes between at Brentwood Library. Sign up for your time slot by calling 615-371-0090 or at brentwood-tn.libcal.com!

FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021 See Thursday, Sept. 2.

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT AT CHEEKWOOD See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE TWEEN & TEEN COOKING NIGHT 615-893-4131 rclstn.org/events

Learn to prepare different types of snack dips that are great for tailgate parties from 6 - 7 p.m. in Linebaugh’s club room (105 West Vine Street, Murfreesboro). September’s theme is “Dip Into Tailgating”.

JONAS BROTHERS W/KELSEA BALLERINI

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Come out to FirstBank Amphitheater (4525 Graystone Quarry Lane, Franklin) tonight and tomorrow to see Jonas Brothers and Kelsea Ballerini live starting at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $69.

FRI 17 FREE NASHVILLE PARENT’S VIRTUAL PRIVATE SCHOOL FAIR (ONLINE) See Monday, Sept. 13.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE PAINT WITHOUT BORDERS

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Gain inspiration from works by Latinx artists, then create your own freeflowing masterpieces on the third Thursday of the month from 4 - 5 p.m. at Bellevue Library (720 Baugh Road, Nashville). Registration encouraged.

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THIRSTY THIRD THURSDAYS 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org

Hop from bar to bar tasting four signature cocktails throughout Cheekwood Gardens (1200 Forest Park Dr., Nashville) from 5 - 9 p.m. Listen to live music, experience the Ann & Monroe Carell Jr. Family Sculpture Trail and more. Cost is $20 for members, $40 for non-members.

FREE GALLATIN THIRD THURSDAYS ON MAIN 615-451-5961 downtowngallatin.com

Bring your lawn chairs, friends and the entire family for great food and live entertainment on the Downtown Gallatin Square. Music starts at 6:30 p.m. and the bands play till 9 p.m. Free parking is available in the City Hall parking lot at 118 West Main Street.

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FREE FALL ARCHERY CLUB FOR HOMESCHOOL STUDENTS See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE SKY BEAR PUPPET SHOW See Friday, Sept. 3.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME COOL SPRINGS See Friday, Sept. 3.

THINGS TO DO FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FULL MOON PICKIN’ PARTY warnerparks.org

All ages. A night of music featuring bluegrass and roots pickers, food trucks and more at Percy Warner Park Equestrian Center (2500 Old Hickory Boulevard, Nashville) starting at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit Warner Park’s education programs. Adults are $25; kids age 7 - 17 are $10.

JONAS BROTHERS W/KELSEA BALLERINI See Thursday, Sept. 16.

FREE KIDS MOVIE NIGHT AT STREETS OF INDIAN LAKE 866-704-3000 streetsofindianlake.com

Enjoy live music, face painting, games and food trucks followed by a screening of Toy Story at Streets of Indian Lake (300 Indian Lake Boulevard, Hendersonville). Activities begin at 6 p.m., movie starts at 7 p.m.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL! See Thursday, Sept. 9.

FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021 See Thursday, Sept. 2.

Soak up some mother-daughter bonding time and a wide array of adventure ranging from lake activities and archery sessions to crafts and campfire fun at Deer Run Camps Sept. 17-19. Check-in Fri at 4 p.m.; check-out Sun at 11 a.m. FREE NASHVILLE PARENT’S VIRTUAL PRIVATE SCHOOL FAIR (ONLINE)

CHEEKWOOD HARVEST OPENING WEEKEND

FALL FAMILY FUN PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

Featuring only car models built in the last two years, this event is all about the most up-to-date, exotic and hightech vehicles from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Nashville’s Adventure Science Center. The car show is part of the Car Culture exhibit open now until November 28.

Celebrate the autumnal season at Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) with fall activities and experiences designed to appeal to kids, adults and families alike, making this six-week celebration the perfect time for a peaceful family stroll. Available Tuesdays through Sundays from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. through October 31.

Lucky Ladd Farms is a nice stop for picking pumpkins, animal encounters and a giant inventive playground, plus slides, pony rides, wagon rides, tractor rides and more at 4374 Rocky Glade Road in Eagleville. Thursdays are $13.99 online, $15.99 at the gate. Fridays - Sundays are $15.99 online, $17.99 at the gate. Toddlers younger than 2 are free.

FREE 2021 LA VERGNE OLD TIMERS FESTIVAL

FREE EPWORTH METHODIST FALL FESTIVAL

FIREPIT FRIDAYS

See Monday, Sept. 13.

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S

CAR CULTURE: CAR SHOW & PERFORMANCE

See Friday, Sept. 3. See Friday, Sept. 3.

MOTHER-DAUGHTER GETAWAY WEEKEND

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Spend a weekend away with your daughter(s) at Deer Run Camps (3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station). Enjoy a PJ party and movie night, guided painting class, and recreation choices. Weekend package includes five meals, an event shirt and two-night accommodations.

SYMPHONY OPENING WEEKEND: FANFARE FOR MUSIC CITY See Thursday, Sept. 16.

SAT 18 FREE BACK TO SCHOOL AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY 615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.libcal.com

Learn about all the resources Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) has from 2 - 4 p.m. to get your kid through the school year! Registration required; ages 5 - 12.

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The festival begins Saturday with a parade through the heart of La Vergne at 10 a.m., starting at City Hall, traveling down Murfreesboro Road and ending at Veterans Memorial Park. After the parade, enjoy live music, entertainment for kids, food, vendors and demonstrations by tradesmen and tradeswomen. The festival wraps with a concert at 7 p.m. featuring the “Eaglemaniacs.”

FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS AT WILDERNESS STATION See Saturday, Sept. 4.

FREE KID’S COMMUNITY SPORTS EVENT See Saturday, Sept. 4.

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Celebrate fall with tethered hot air balloon rides, kids games, a silent auction and a cake walk from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist (4340 Arno Road, Franklin). Bring your lawn chair, a blanket and an appetite to a variety of food trucks and listen to live music provided by local musicians.

BARBECUE FEST TRAIN RIDE 615-479-5758 tcry.org/train-rides

Ride a traditional stainless steel passenger train to the Southern Smoke BBQ Festival at Circle P Ranch, courtesy of Tennessee Central Railway Museum (220 Willow Street, Nashville). Children under 12 are $23; coach seats are $45; dome seats are $85. Train departs at 10 a.m. and returns around 3:30 p.m.

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FREE FRANKLIN FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, Sept. 4.

FREE MURFREESBORO SATURDAY FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, Sept. 4.

FREE HENDERSONVILLE FARMERS’ & ARTISAN MARKET See Saturday, Sept. 4.

FREE NOLENSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, Sept. 4.

GALLATIN SERTOMA TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL gallatinsertomaclub.org

Have fun watching a variety of large trucks and tractors participate in competitions at Triple Creek Park (1333 Touchdown Drive, Gallatin). $10 adults, $5 ages 6 - 9, free ages 5 & younger.

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Looking for an independent education for your child?

Our Virtual Private School Fair is an ideal way to look at many of the educational opportunities available in Middle Tennessee – all in one place. • Read about the schools • Watch videos • Download brochures • View photo galleries • Contact the school • and more!

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THINGS TO DO TOTS! AT CHEEKWOOD 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org

Tots! returns at Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) with hands-on activities, storytime and the curiosity cart five days a week. Drop by the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden Tuesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. as this program welcomes your little one to learn about the plants in the gardens and the art on the walls.

FREE GREENWAY ART FESTIVAL 615-890-5333 murfreesborotn.gov

Browse and buy an array of art, ranging from oil paintings, watercolor, pottery, textile, metal, glass and sculpture on Murfreesboro’s Greenway (1025 Old Fort Parkway, Murfreesboro) from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. There will also be live music, kids’ activities, food and more.

FREE NASHVILLE PRIDE PARADE 615-741-5280 nashvillepride.org

The 33rd annual Nashville PRIDE Parade takes Sept. 18 starting at Woodland Street Bridge (2nd and Union in Nashville) at 10 a.m.

FREE LADIES DAY OUT MURFREESBORO SHOPPING EVENT 615-898-7710 shabbylaneshoppingevents.com

Shop and support small businesses at Lane Agri Park Community Center (315 John R. Rice Blvd., Murfreesboro) from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

LANE MOTOR VAULT TOURS See Saturday, Sept. 4.

FREE SKY BEAR PUPPET SHOW See Friday, Sept. 3.

MARTIN ARTQUEST See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE MISS NELSON IS MISSING! 615-893-4131 x114 rclstn.org/events

The Murfreesboro Little Theatre is excited to be back at Linebaugh Library (105 West Vine Street, Murfreesboro). Drop by today at 10 a.m. or September 19 at 2 p.m. for a live production of Miss Nelson is Missing!

FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES See Sunday, Sept. 5.

FREE STEAM WITH THE GIRL SCOUTS

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Investigate the world through science and technology with Girl Scouts at Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. For ages 5 - 12.

Browse and purchase an array of art on Murfreesboro’s Greenway on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. There will also be live music, kids’ activities, food and more. TALLGIRLSUMMER KID FASHION SHOW

Tallgirlsmatter is hosting this kids’ fashion show at Fairgrounds Nashville Expo Center 2 (500 Wedgewood Avenue, Nashville) from 1 - 5 p.m. The event will showcase kid models, mommyand -me looks and fashion with special guests James Shaw (The Waffle House Hero) and his daughter. General admission is $40, kids are free.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, Sept. 3.

SYMPHONY OPENING WEEKEND: FANFARE FOR MUSIC CITY

SUN 19

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES

FREE NASHVILLE PARENT’S VIRTUAL PRIVATE SCHOOL FAIR (ONLINE)

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL!

See Monday, Sept. 13.

CHEEKWOOD HARVEST OPENING WEEKEND See Saturday, Sept. 18.

CREATIVE ZONE: HIP HATS 615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

See Thursday, Sept. 9.

Decorate your own paper hat using hats in the museum as inspiration from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Country Music Hall of Fame (222 5th Avenue South, Nashville). Included with admission; free for members and kids 5 and younger.

FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021

FALL FAMILY FUN PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

See Thursday, Sept. 2.

See Saturday, Sept. 18.

UNCORKED WINE FESTIVAL

LANE MOTOR VAULT TOURS

Wine tasting, science, food trucks and fun at Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Boulevard, Nashville). VIP admission ($80) is at 7 p.m. and includes after-hours access to the museum. General admission ($65) is at 8 p.m. and the event ends at 11 p.m. Both tickets include all wine tasting with food sold separately.

FREE LEGO BUILDING FUN

See Thursday, Sept. 16.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL!

615-862-5160 uncorkedwinefestivals.com

See Saturday, Sept. 4. See Sunday, Sept. 12.

FAMILY CLIMB MURFREESBORO See Sunday, Sept. 5.

FREE MISS NELSON IS MISSING! See Saturday, Sept. 18.

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See Sunday, Sept. 5.

See Thursday, Sept. 9.

FREE SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 2021 See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FAMILY FLOAT SMYRNA townofsmyrna.org

Come out for an afternoon on the water courtesy of Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center at Sharp Springs Park (1000 Espey Drive, Smyrna) from 1 - 3 p.m. Boats, PFD’s and paddles provided; cost is $2 for ages 5 and up.

TENNESSEE TITANS VS SEATTLE SEAHAWKS tennesseetitans.com

Cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs. the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field in Seattle at 3:25 p.m.

VISIT RESCUED FARM ANIMALS See Sunday, Sept. 5.

NASHVILLE BEATLES BRUNCH 615-324-1010 citywinery.com/nashville

Come out to City Winery in Nashville at 12 p.m. to see four local musicians who demonstrate what The Beatles might sound like if they were around today. Tickets are $15 - $20.

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JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE

AMERICANAFEST

FREE CRAYON KIDS FAMILY PROGRAM: SONGWRITING TUNE-UP

See Tuesday, Sept. 7.

Four nights of music from more than 240 artists at various venues across Nashville. The conference features panels, seminars, day time performances and more.

FREE BRENTWOOD PRENDA CODE CLUB

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE

See Tuesday, Sept. 7.

See Wedneday, Sept. 1.

CANDLE MAKING AT PINSPIRATION BRENTWOOD

WILD THINGS AT WILDERNESS STATION

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE

FREE YOGA AT NASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

Come out to Pinspiration Brentwood at 91 Seaboard Lane, #108, for a candle making workshop for ages 10 and up from 6 - 8 p.m.

FREE GAMING MONDAY

FREE SMYRNA QUEST KIDS

615-880-3951

FREE JAZZ ON THE CUMBERLAND

615-731-9001 jazzonthecumberland@gmail.com

Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy some of the best jazz artists performing live from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at Nashville’s Cumberland Park (directly beside the Titans’ Nissan Stadium, with plenty of $5 parking in lots R&T). This is a familyfriendly and pet-friendly event with a variety of food trucks, concessions and a Kid’s Fun Play Zone.

MON 20 EARLY EXPLORERS See Monday, Sept. 6.

See Monday, Sept. 13.

SCHOLASTIC CHESS CLUB See Monday, Sept. 13.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE MONDAYS 615-862-5856

Enjoy a family movie, plus fresh popcorn and a beverage starting at 4 p.m. at the Bordeaux Library (4000 Clarksville Pike, Nashville)

See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

FREE GAMES WITH GAME KEEPER JOHN (ONLINE)

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See Tuesday, Sept. 7.

FREE WISHING CHAIR PRODUCTIONS STORY TIME See Tuesday, Sept. 14.

See Wednesday, Sept. 1.

FREE LITTLE LEGO CLUB Get creative with Legos at Hermitage Branch Library (3700 James Kay Lane, Hermitage) from 4 - 5 p.m. For ages 4 - 9.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

ERIC CLAPTON

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americanafest.org

See Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famer Eric Clapton perform live at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena at 8 p.m.

615-690-4487 milb.com/nashville

Versus the Columbus Clippers at 7:05 p.m. at Nashville’s First Horizon Park. Tickets start at $20.

See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS MARKET See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE HOMESCHOOL FRIENDS See Thursday, Sept. 2.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME NASHVILLE See Wedneday, Sept. 1.

FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE ADULT OPEN CRAFT HOUR See Thursday, Sept. 2.

AMERICANAFEST

See Wednesday, Sept. 22.

FREE COMIC BOOK CLUB (ONLINE) See Thursday, Sept. 9.

DISNEY ON ICE: DREAM BIG bridgestonearena.com

See your favorite Disney friends highlighting all the magic of Disney’s tales through world-class figure skating Sept. 23 - 26 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Performances start at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $20.

FALL FAMILY FUN PUMPKIN FESTIVAL See Saturday, Sept. 18.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

See Wednesday, Sept. 22.

PINOT & PURSES

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Enjoy an evening of bidding on designer purses while enjoying games, prizes and wine at Bagsby Ranch (1628 Long Hollow Pike, Gallatin) from 5:30 8:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity Sumner County. Cost is $25.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL! See Thursday, Sept. 9.

TASTE OF HENDERSONVILLE 615-824-2818 hendersonvillechamber.com

Disney On Ice presents Dream Big at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena Sept. 23 - 26 featuring favorite Disney friends such as Mickey, Minnie, Miguel, Moana, Elsa, Belle, Genie and more with world-class figure skating.

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Sample food from the city’s restaurants while enjoying live music and a kids’ zone at Streets of Indian Lake (300 Indian Lake Boulevard, Hendersonville) 5 - 8 p.m. Cost is $20 for adults, $10 for children.

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THINGS TO DO FRI 24 AMERICANAFEST

See Wednesday, Sept. 22.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE SKY BEAR PUPPET SHOW See Friday, Sept. 3.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME COOL SPRINGS See Friday, Sept. 3.

DISNEY ON ICE: DREAM BIG See Thursdy, Sept. 23.

FALL FAMILY FUN PUMPKIN FESTIVAL See Saturday, Sept. 18.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

See Wednesday, Sept. 22.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL! See Thursday, Sept. 9.

BOOTLEGGER’S BASH

615-905-0687 boft.org/bootleggers-bash

Bootlegger’s Bash features spirit tastings from local distilleries, vineyards and breweries as well as local live entertainment at the Carnton Plantation (1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin) from 5 - 11 p.m. Tickets are $47

FREE LATIN NIGHT AT MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK bestfoodtrucks.com/musiccityfoodtruckpark

Come through Music City Food Truck Park at 400 Davidson St., Nashville for a night of Latin food, music and dancing. They’ll have a Latin DJ and food trucks serving Latin cuisine.

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT AT PINSPIRATION BRENTWOOD

pinspiration.com/locations/brentwood

Come out to Pinspiration Brentwood at 91 Seaboard Lane, #108, for Parents’ Night Out from 6 - 9 p.m. intended for ages 5 and older. Cost is $40 per child.

FREE KIDS MOVIE NIGHT AT STREETS OF INDIAN LAKE 866-704-3000 streetsofindianlake.com

Enjoy live music, face painting, games and food trucks followed by a screening of Finding Nemo at Streets of Indian Lake (300 Indian Lake Boulevard, Hendersonville). Activities begin at 6 p.m., movie starts at 7 p.m.

SAT 25 FREE NATIONAL DAUGHTERS DAY! WILCO POW WOW 615-443-1537 wilcopowwow.com

See Aztec dancers, drummers, art, tomahawk-throwing, food booths and more today and tomorrow at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center/ Wilson County Fairgrounds (945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon). Cost is $10 (ages 13+); $5 children (6-12); $5 seniors (65+) and ages 5 and younger are free.

AMERICANAFEST

See Wednesday, Sept. 22.

FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS AT WILDERNESS STATION See Saturday, Sept. 4.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, Sept. 3.

FIREPIT FRIDAYS

BARK BASH

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S

A canine costume contest, pooch parade, live music, food trucks, local vendors animal rescue organizations and more from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Sam Davis Home (1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna). Cost is $10 for adults, free for ages 5 & younger.

615-459-2341 samdavishome.org

See Friday, Sept. 3. See Friday, Sept. 3.

FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE HISPANIC HERITAGE DAY 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org/hispanic-heritage

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with free admission and activities at the Discovery Center (502 Southeast Broad Street, Murfreesboro) from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

FREE UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH VULTURES 615-862-8555 wnpc.nashville.gov

Observe the black and turkey vultures feeding behind Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville) through a spotting scope and binoculars while learning more about these important scavengers between 10 a.m. and noon.

POOCH POOL PARTY 615-889-4050 nashvilleshores.com

Nashville Shores is open from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. allowing owners to bring their dogs to the wave pool for a dog-only swim day. Only two dogs permitted per each 18-year-or-older human. Children 6 years old and younger are free.

SIP OF HISTORY

615-889-2941 thehermitage.com

An afternoon of wine and whiskey tastings, live music, food truck and fall fun at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachels Lane, Hermitage) from 2 - 5 p.m. Cost is $30 for members, $35 for non-members.

FREE SUMNER COUNTY VETERANS RALLY

gallatintn.org/programs-events/ veterans-day-rally

Come out to Sumner County Veterans Park (355 North Belvedere Drive, Gallatin) from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. for a day full of fun, food and festivities centered around Veterans.

TRAIN ROBBERY EXCURSION

615-241-0436 tcry.org/train-rides

Come out to Tennessee Central Railway Museum for this reenacted train robbery ride to Watertown and back. Coach seats are $45, children under 12 are $22. Boarding starts at 8 a.m. with departure at 9 a.m. sharp. Arrival time back in Nashville will be 3:30 p.m.

BEER QUEST V

615-370-4672 owlshill.org/events

Beer Quest returns for its fifth year to the trails and meadows of Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road South, Brentwood). All teams will gather at the pavilion at 4 p.m. sharp.

DISNEY ON ICE: DREAM BIG

Experience the beauty and pageantry of a Native American Pow Wow at the Wilco (formerly Mt. Juliet) Pow Wow Sept. 25 - 26. Feel your heart pound to the beat of the drums, visit the native arts & crafts and enjoy authentic food (you’ve got to try the Indian Tacos, Buffalo Burgers, Corn Soup, Roasted Corn, etc.).

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See Thursdy, Sept. 23.

615-893-0022 oaklandsmansion.org

Enjoy local craft brews, German food and live music held outdoors on the grounds of Oaklands Mansion (900 North Maney Avenue, Murfreesboro) from 3 - 7 p.m. Admission for drinkers (ages 21 & up) is $40; admission for designated drivers (ages 17 & up) is $20; children ages 16 & under are free.

FREE PAWPALOOZA PET FESTIVAL

615-451-5911 gallatintn.gov/150/SpecialEvents

There will be a pet walk, live music, food trucks, the pup strut costume contest and more at Triple Creek Park (1333 Touchdown Drive, Gallatin). Procees help the City of Gallatin fund the Miracle Park inclusive playground.

FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN See Thursday, Sept. 2.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

See Wednesday, Sept. 22.

PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL pilgrimagefestival.com

Two days of music on several stages feature more than 60 acts at Harlinsdale Farm (239 Franklin Road, Franklin). This year’s big names include Dave Matthews Band, The Black Keys, Maren Morris and Cage the Elephant.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL! See Thursday, Sept. 9.

SUN 26 FREE NATIONAL FAMILY DAY! WILCO POW WOW

See Saturday, Sept. 25.

CREATIVE ZONE: HIP HATS See Sunday, Sept. 19.

DISNEY ON ICE: DREAM BIG See Thursdy, Sept. 23.

FAMILY CLIMB MURFREESBORO See Sunday, Sept. 5.

TENNESSEE TITANS VS INDIANAPOLIS COLTS

tennesseetitans.com/schedule Cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs. the Indianapolis Colts at Nissan Stadium. Kick off is at noon.

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES See Sunday, Sept. 5.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

FREE PLAYFUL PAWS

615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.libcal.com

See Wednesday, Sept. 22.

PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL See Saturday, Sept. 25.

RAGTIME THE MUSICAL! See Thursday, Sept. 9.

MON 27

What’s more purrfect than spending time with kittens? Children are invited to Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. to spend 15 minutes with kittens from the Williamson County Animal Center. Sign up online!

NASHVILLE SC VS. ORLANDO CITY SC NashvilleSC.com

EARLY EXPLORERS

Nashville SC will square off against Orlando City SC at Nissan Stadium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20.

See Monday, Sept. 6.

FREE GAMING MONDAY See Monday, Sept. 13.

SCHOLASTIC CHESS CLUB See Monday, Sept. 13.

HARRY STYLES AT BRIDGESTONE ARENA 615-770-2000 bridgestonearena.com

Harry Styles presents the “Love On Tour” at Bridgestone Arena with special guest Jenny Lewis at 7 p.m. on Sept. 29 and Oct. 1.

SPARK! AT DISCOVERY CENTER See Monday, Sept. 13.

FREE YOGA (ONLINE) See Monday, Sept. 6.

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NASHVILLE FILM FESTIVAL 615-742-2500 nashvillefilmfestival.org

FREE WIC MOBILE LAB See Thursdy, Sept. 9.

FREE WISHING CHAIR PRODUCTIONS STORY TIME See Tuesday, Sept. 14.

ACRYLIC POUR CLASS

A week of in-person screenings, events, workshops and panels throughout the week, while maintaining a virtual festival platform to hosting more than 150 planned films, talkbacks and more.

FAMILY PROGRAM: SONGWRITING TUNE-UP

See Wednesday, Sept. 15.

See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FREE GREEN HILLS BOOK SALE 615-862-5863

Get bargains on gently used and vintage books at Green Hills Library (3701 Benham Avenue, Nashville) Sept. 28 - Oct. 3.

TASTE OF MADISON

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET See Thursday, Sept. 2.

FALL HOMESCHOOL DAY 615-274-3786 luckyladdfarms.com

Gather your pixie dust and flutter over to TPAC for Nashville Ballet’s season opener, ‘Peter Pan’ Oct. 8 -10.

Enjoy food from a wide variety of local businesses in the food court of Rivergate Mall in Goodlettsville from 4 - 7:30 p.m.

Learning is made fun from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Lucky Ladd Farms (4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville) exploring topics like the life cycle of a pumpkin, animals/insects in a forest habitat and learning about the growth of a chick inside an egg. Cost is $12.99.

FREE TOUCH-A-TRUCK AT RIVERGATE MALL

FREE MUSICIANS CORNER SEPTEMBER SUNDOWN

Kids can enjoy honking horns and sounding sirens while exploring trucks and vehicles of all shapes and sizes at the food court parking lot outside Rivergate Mall in Goodlettsville from 4 - 7 p.m.

FREE ADULT OPEN CRAFT HOUR

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615-859-3458 rivergate-mall.com/events

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>> Mark your calendars for these October happenings.

ON YOUR RADAR

OKTOBERFEST

PETER PAN

Oct. 8-10 TPAC’s Jackson Hall, Nashville nashvilleballet.com

BOO AT THE ZOO

Oct. 15 - 17; 19 - 24, 26-30 Nashville Zoo, Nashville nashvillezoo.org

NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN EDUCATION POW WOW

Oct. 15 - 17 Long Hunter State Park, Hermitage naiatn.org

TENNESSEE STEAM FESTIVAL Oct. 15 - 24 Discovery Center, Murfreesboro tnsteam.org

THE BAND’S VISIT

Oct. 19 - 24 TPAC’s Jackson Hall, Nashville tpac.org

HALLOWEEN POOCH PARADE Oct. 23 Cheekwood, Nashville cheekwood.org

PUMPKINFEST

Oct. 30 Downtown Franklin williamsonheritage.org/events

See Thursday, Sept. 2.

JIM GAFFIGAN

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Comedian Jim Gaffigan’s 2021 The Fun Tour stops at Bridgestone Arena at 7 p.m.

FREE NATIONAL COFFEE DAY!

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RUTHERFORD PARENT’S FALL KIDS FEST Saturday, Oct. 23 The Avenue Murfreesboro rb.gy/cjlqer

A free day of family fun includes costume contests, carnival games, face painting, food trucks, local vendors, live entertainment and more.

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HOMESCHOOL ENRICHMENT On the Farm

Does your little one want to dance? Join one of our Princess Ballerina dance classes. Girls • Ages 2-6

Learn farming skills Care for goats and chickens Grow vegetables and run a farmer's market Explore with STEAM Go in-depth with plant and animal science experiments Cultivate a love for the natural world Spend the day outdoors on our 10-acre farm!

2-day weekly programs available for ages 5-8 and 9-12

615-915-1047 MusicCityAllStars.com

school | camps | enrichment

anewleafnashville.org 4341 Pecan Valley Road

215 Gothic Court, Franklin

SOCCER • TEE BALL • COACH PITCH • FLAG FOOTBALL One Goal Sports is a Christian-based competitive, youth sports organization where each player’s skills are encouraged and celebrated, SIGN UP and the love of Jesus Christ NOW FOR is shared and demonstrated.

BASKETB AL & CHEER L

714 S. Church Street, Murfreesboro

(615) 896-7309 www.onegoalsports.net KICKBALL • BASKETBALL • CHEERLEADING • ROCK CLIMBING

Imagine. Explore. Create.

ART CLASSES & CAMPS SPECIAL EVENTS BIRTHDAY PARTIES ON-THE-GO SERVICES Our Studio in Hillsboro Village 2106B Acklen Ave., Nashville

(615) 933-9644

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FALL ACTIVITIES

& AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

MY GYM OF BRENTWOOD 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood 615-371-5437 | mygym.com/brentwood

Creating Moments That Matter! From first steps to handstands My Gym grows with your child. My Gym was born out of our passion to teach children in a fun, physically engaging environment. We delight in seeing children’s eyes light up for all those incredible milestones, from the tentative first steps to tumbling down soft mats. Sharing the parents’ excitement with their children’s accomplishments is the high point of our day.

SPARK: AN ART STUDIO 213 Franklin Road, Ste. 110, Brentwood 615-483-9847 | sparkartbrentwood.com

Spark: An Art Studio is a walk-in make-your-own-art studio and gift shop. Our art is a suitable activity for all skill levels ages 6 and up. It is created on hand-painted canvas or wood using recycled glass, sea glass and porcelain. Once you have created your art piece, our staff pours a non-toxic resin over the art to finalize the process which takes about 24 hours to dry. Art can be picked up the next day. Come with your own ideas or browse our art covered studio walls for design options. No worries if you are not ‘creative’. We have almost 100 stencils to get you started. please turn the page...

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PROGRAMS FOR TALENTED YOUTH

On the Vanderbilt Campus 615-322-8261 | pty.vanderbilt.edu We believe that providing acceleration as well as challenging, inquiry-based educational opportunities, best serve the intellectual needs of gifted children; that being able to work alongside true academic peers provides a sense of community and belonging that helps to meet the social and emotional needs of gifted children; and that crafting authentic creative learning experiences best allows gifted students to develop their full capacities as thinkers, as problem-solvers and as compassionate people.

ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER

A NEW LEAF

7520 Charlotte Pike, Nashville (ages 2 - 5) 4341 Pecan Valley Road, Nashville (ages 5 - 12) 615-585-9790 | anewleafnashville.org | elle@anewleafnashville.org

With over 15 years of programming, Nashville’s families continue to enjoy our preschool for children 2 - 5 years of age, homeschool nature enrichment program for children 5 - 10 years old, fun family events, and family playgroups. In 2020 we added our kindergarten and first grade program entirely outdoors! We also have summer camps for kids ages 3 - 14 years. Looking for a relief from virtual schooling? Visit our website to see our enrichment programs.

Opening minds to the wonders of science and technology for 75 years. Plan an adventure for the family including a show in the Sudekum Planetarium, an immersive experience of sound and music in soundBox, live science shows and more!

BELLEVUE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 7097 Old Harding Pike, Ste. J, Nashville 615-662-8553 | bellepac.com

ACTING ALL AROUND

410 Verandah Lane, Franklin 615-375-3565 | actingallaround.com | skzanotti@gmail.com

Registration is now open for fall classes! Group and private lessons available. Register for Let’s Do A Show group acting class, Acting for the Very Young, or our group improv class. Classes meet once each week on Monday. Fall semester runs August through November. Classes held at Calvary Chapel, 1652 Sunset Road.

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800 Ft. Negley Blvd., Nashville 615-862-5160 | adventuresci.org

Calling all performers! Bellevue Performing Arts Center offers dance, acting and music all under one roof! With our new triple threat class, you receive all those services in one class! Prefer one-on-one instruction? Our music teacher is holding private lessons on Monday and Tuesday after school. Just want to dance? BellePAC has a wide selection of ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and musical theater. If your dancer is passionate about performing through adulthood, our Performance Company is for you!

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BILL TAYLOR BUSHIDO SCHOOL OF KARATE

CELEBRATE OUR NEW LOCATION

1911 Business Campus Drive, Murfreesboro 615-890-6755 1820 N.W. Broad St., Murfreesboro 615-893-6003

Let martial arts take your kids to new heights! Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate offers programs in traditional karate for ages 3 - adult. Call now to get one month free plus a uniform.

CHEEKWOOD MUSEUM AND BOTANICAL GARDENS 1200 Forrest Park Drive Nashville 615-356-8000 | cheekwood.org

GRAND OPENING SPECIAL

Visit Cheekwood for a fun outing with the whole family! Let your kids’ imaginations soar in the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden featuring a turtle pond, rope bridge, labyrinth glade, secret passageways, fairy garden, art studios, splash pad, and more. Don’t forget to stop by the Turner Seasons Garden for the Storybook Trail and TRAINS! exhibit – perfect for young visitors and the young-at-heart. Kids will love the Train Depot playhouse inspired by The Little Engine That Could.

CREEKSIDE RIDING ACADEMY AND STABLES 2359 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin 615-595-7547 | creeksideridingstables.com

We focus on safety, proper riding techniques, grooming, care and tacking horses. All activities are geared to the riders’ level, ability and age. Students ride each day in lessons, games on horseback and trail rides. Barn activities include scavenger hunts, horse-related arts and crafts, making homemade horse treats and more. Connecting with and caring for these animals gives riders confidence in many areas of life!

DANCE IN BLOOM

8133 Sawyer Brown Road, Ste. 601, Nashville 615-662-4819 | danceinbloom.com

Quality dance training in a family-friendly environment. Classes for ages 2-adult in ballet, tap, hip-hop, tumbling, creative movement, jazz, modern, contemporary, pointe, and more. After-School enrichment program also available.

JOIN US FOR FALL 2021 CLASSES

We are now in our new studio with 2 practice ﬂoors, a new retail space and a pro shop.

ELITE DANCE AND FITNESS 7177 Nolensville Road, Nolensville 615-776-4202 | elitedancemusicandart.com

for the stars!

GET A FREE 6 PACK POWER PASS

We feature award-winning classes where students have a magical experience of ballet, tumbling, hip hop, creative movement, and singing. They will also be engaging in plenty of self confidence building activities that will have your child reaching

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E.T.C. GYMNASTICS

1137 Haley Road, Murfreesboro | 615-867-6900 1932 Almaville Road, Smyrna | 615-617-7644 etcgymnastics.com

E.T.C. Gymnastics is dedicated to bringing a new standard of excellence in gymnastics through Him. We offer classes in gymnastics for boys and girls ages 2 - 18 years and all ability levels. We also offer cheerleading and tumbling, as well as competitive teams. Call and ask about our free trial class. We also do parties, field trips and parents’ nights out.

FRANKLIN SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS 415 Duke Drive, Ste. 370, Franklin 615-628-8444 | franklinschoolofperformingarts.com Cool Springs.

Providing classical dance training to Williamson County for over 30 years. Classes offered in ballet, tap, jazz, modern and preschool dance for ages 2 - 18. Located in

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FRANKLIN SUZUKI ACADEMY 101 Legends Club Lane, Franklin 615-567-3723 | franklinsuzukiacademy.org

Non-profit music school in Franklin, offering high-quality Suzuki instruction on violin, viola and cello for children ages 3 - 18. Our students participate in private lessons, group classes, recitals, and community performances. Through loving encouragement, learning with other children, and listening to fine music, our students learn to play with a beautiful tone, poise, and sensitivity to others.

Murfreesboro 615-896-7309 | onegoalsports.net

A non-profit, community-based sports league providing quality sports programming for families in a fun, Christian environment. Now registering for fall soccer, basketball, flag football and others.

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HARVEST MARTIAL ARTS 313 Independence Square, Franklin 615-224-3851 | harvestmartialarts.com

The Harvest Concept, formerly Harvest Martial Arts, opened in 2016, and is long known for its specialty in teaching Han Mu Do, the traditional Korean art of self defense, and is the only Han Mu Do school in the state of Tennessee. We offer classes for ages 3 through adult. We focus on optimism, balance and harmony, building mental and physical strength through movement and practices, such as martial arts, yoga, and traditional archery.

4819 Hwy 96 E., Arrington 615-419-1089 | peachtreefarms.com

Saddle up and ride! Our equestrian classes provide extensive time with horses. Students learn life skills through caring for and communicating with horses. We teach safe and correct riding skills. Beginner to advanced, English or Western. CHA-approved facility and U.S. Pony Club Center.

PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY LET THERE BE ROCK NASHVILLE 9695 Lebanon Road #330, Mt. Juliet 301-401-0927 | ltbrsnashville.com

Let There Be Rock School Nashville is a combination lesson facility and afterschool rock and roll community center. Students from 5 yrs. of age to adults learn guitar, vocals, pianos, keyboards, drums, bass guitar, ukulele and more. We also offer lessons in song writing, audio recording/production and special EFX. Take lessons, join a band and play live shows.

410 DeJarmette Lane, Murfreesboro 615-904-0902 | providencechristian.com

We are an inter-denominational Pre-K – grade 12 school. Offering a classical education with a Christian worldview and parental involvement. As our mission statement says, “We are teaching students to seek God’s truth and equipping them with the tools for a lifetime of learning.” We are fully accredited by ACSI, the Association of Christian Schools International, and by AdvancED. PCA Summer Camps begin soon! A variety of half-day and full-day camps are offered for students entering grades K - 8. To view camp schedules, camp descriptions and register visit our website.

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2104 Acklen Ave., Nashville 615-933-9644 | littlearthousenashville.com

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We offer weekly art classes for a variety of age ranges. These include adult/child Mini Makers (1 - 4 yrs.), and drop off art classes for 4 yrs. - grade 2, 3 - 6 yrs., grades K - 3, grades 3 - 6, and grades 5 - 9. Classes vary in length and price, depending on the age range and class structure. The three sessions for Fall 2021 run for four weeks each with breaks for art camps during Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break and again for Winter Break.

Spartan Development Academy is a skills based training league for children ages 5 - 13. The program is designed for players looking for more than recreational soccer but not ready to commit to travel soccer. Check out our sibling discount and referral program with Mini Spartans and Spartan Development Academy. Join us anytime! Register for the fall league training today.

MOBILE MUSIC ACADEMY

615-301-8589 | mobilemusicacademy.com Mobile Music Academy offers private music instruction from fun, qualified teachers in your own home. We teach piano, guitar, bass, voice, strings, brass, and most other instruments. We offer competitive rates and flexible scheduling with special daytime rates available. We teach all ages, styles, and abilities. Serving the Middle TN area. Voted #1 for music instruction!

MOVE INCLUSIVE DANCE 7657 Hwy 70 S #101, Nashville 615-582-4993 | moveinclusivedance.com

See your child build confidence and make new friends at MOVE Inclusive Dance! We’ve created a space for individuals with and without disabilities to learn to set goals, express their emotions in a positive way, and develop their creativity through the power of dance. Classes are available for all ages on weekdays and weekends. Ask about two-week intro program for new students. Make sure to mention Nashville Parent for a special discount!

NASHVILLE THEATRE SCHOOL 106 Page Road, Nashville nashvilletheatreschool.com

Nashville Theatre School is a musical theatre school in West Nashville/ Belle Meade offering classes for ages 6 - 18. Students audition, rehearse and perform popular Broadway musicals. Past shows include Hairspray Jr., Seussical Jr., Legally Blonde Jr., and many Disney musicals as well.

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