Nashville Parent magazine October 2020 by Day Communications/DayCom Media

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Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes & At-Home Tricks 'n Treats

THINGS TO DO! BABY, LET'S GO HIKING: Easy Trails & Gear for Fall Adventures

YES, KIDS CAN TRICK-OR-TREAT SAFELY

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WHAT TO DO IF YOUR KID'S SCARED OF THE DARK

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A great birth plan begins with great options. Each pregnancy is unique and your care should be, too. We know how important good support is, and that’s why Vanderbilt Health offers a full spectrum of birthing options. There are many ways to have a baby, and the best way is yours.

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16 ADVENTURING Hike with Your Little! Friendly local trails and smart products for happy adventures with your babies.

20 SPECIAL FEATURE After Elizabeth’s Passing A mother reconciles with her grief after losing a daughter to Mitochondrial disease.

23 LITTLE ONES Kids Who Are Scared of the Dark This month especially, kids will see lots of scary images. But fears can come from anything. Here’s how to sleuth it out.

THINGS TO DO!

• DAILY EVENTS • TRICK-OR-TREATING SAFELY • BEST HALLOWEEN MOVIES • PUMPKIN PATCHES & CORN MAZES ON THE FARMS

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DAY BYDAY Mothering From a Medicine Cabinet

rowing up, my mother didn’t keep many remedies in our esteemed family medicine cabinet. All I can recall is St. Joseph’s Aspirin for Children (yummy pink candies), the occasional bottle of Phillips’ Milk of Magnesia, ear swabs, Band-aids (only the tiny ones left), fingernail clippers. So you can imagine what I felt at my friend Sue’s house when I snuck a peek into her family’s medicine chest. Wow! It was a display of pharmaceutical prowess unlike any I’d seen. Lots and lots of orange bottles with serious-looking labels, assorted boxes of decongestants crammed and organized, syrups, thick bottles ... it made me shut the door fast like I was doing something wrong. I guess I was. It’s not right to open other people’s medicine cabinets — is it? Although one of the best ways of getting to know someone is to go through their drawers, you really should only do that with people you’re bonded with. I walk into my sister’s house and it’s OK to open her refrigerator sort of thing, and she’s welcome to open mine. She loves those whip yogurts — who knew? Coming out of the bathroom and back into Sue’s room, I know I looked at her differently. Sue was fun, but she did have a lot of headaches and sinus issues. She was the one who would sit out from P.E. class and the one who complained to the school nurse a lot. Her mom would come and get her, but Sue she wasn’t sick, she just thought she was, or something like that. Back at my childhood home — as the middle of 5 — I was a scrappy kid, given to playing outside most of the time and I had my share of rough-and-tumble scrapes which Mom would patch up pretty quickly. I envied the Bactine commercial, because the mom sprayed this perfect, gentle mist and made such a dea, doting moment out of her child’s boo-boo. At my house? The Bactine dribbled down beneath my slapped-on adhesive strip. Back out to play! My “medicine cabinet” could be more, um, filled out. I have Tylenol, Motrin, Band-aids and a thermometer in my kitchen cupboard for easy access plus a drawer full of items in my bathroom. I can see the wisdom in my mother’s zero tolerance for overblowing mild injuries or emotional anxieties now though. I have followed her common sense approach and made less of rather than more of my kids’ ailments and issues, unless they’ve been serious. I have hustled to the emergency room with a kid or two and I DO travel with a first-aid kit on family roadtrips or out-of-town sports. All kids will take their share of nicks and breaks, stitches and fevers, woes and emotional upsets. In my mind, in building resilient kids, it’s best not to overplay your hand. Whenever I make a big deal over something I almost always regret it. Hug, nurture, be there, nurse and make better again, but don’t dwell or even go looking for issues because then you actually create issues. I DO like the idea of having items on hand when something’s needed — especially when it’s an ice pack during football season. I mean, there’s always room for improvement in life!

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PARENT NEWS QUICK BITES (Cont.)

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

is a working car that turns into a robot. To see all the attractions coming to Millers Thrillers this season, visit millersthrillers. net.

A new memoir details the personal journey of a wife and mom’s twotime fight against cancer.

hristine Shields Corrigan, knows a thing or two about resiliency. She’s winding her way through a breast cancer diagnosis at age 49. Her adult experience mirrors her teen bout with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Once again, Corrigan must confront her deepest fears of illness, death, and loss of control as she struggles to face cancer for the second time. Corrigan has words of wisdom to those who have recently experienced the news no woman wants to hear following a breast biopsy- breast cancer: • DO NOT GO ON THE INTERNET: This will only fuel fear, anxiety and sadness you are already feeling. In addition, most of the information you’ll read is total garbage.

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•KEEPING INFORMATION FROM YOUR FAMILY (ESPECIALLY YOUR CHILDREN), MAY BACKFIRE. Your kids will know something is wrong, anyway. So be honest with them because even though you’re the patient, your entire family will experience this disease. • DON’T BE SURPRISED IF SOME OF YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS RESPOND IN UNEXPECTED WAYS. Not everyone handles the news of cancer in sympathetic and supportive ways. • GATHER A TEAM TO HELP YOU THROUGHOUT YOUR TREATMENT. You cannot do this alone. Corrigan is living proof that those diagnosed

with breast cancer can find the courage, strength, and resilience to walk it, one step, one day, one week at a time. Remember to be kind to yourself and to the ones who love you. Corrigan’s personal journey can be found in her new memoir, Again- Surviving Cancer Twice with Love and Lists (Koehler Books; 2020). This remarkably authentic account — just out this month — provides a deep sense of insight and understanding for survivors, caregivers, family members and friends.

QUICK BITES ... • WILKINS BRANCH

MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK is now open at at 5664 Wilkins Branch Road and serves as Williamson County’s first free-use recreational mountain biking park. Featuring seven, singletrack mountain bike trails over three miles, the park is located on approximately 156 acres of

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hilly, wooded land in Franklin, just west of Main Street in the Leiper’s Fork community. Open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to sunset. For more information, see wcparksandrec.com.

• PIRATES OF THE COLOMBIAN CARIBBEAN HIGH WIRE THRILL SHOW will be

performing at Millers Thrillers Haunted Woods, located at 1431 Carters Creek Pike in Columbia, the last four weekends of October. The “pirates” perform a 30-minute high wire act with a story line of chasing after hidden treasure using plenty of circus-like stunts and cool effects, one of which

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will gradually increase in capacity allowance beginning this month. Nissan Stadium will open at limited capacity starting with the Oct. 4 Titans home game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The three October home games will slowly grow in capacity with the goal of reaching a fixed capacity for the remaining games in November and December. Detailed information on the Safe Stadium Plan can be found at tennesseetitans.com/safestadium.

• FAMILY VISITS TO GLEN

LEVEN FARM are available for outdoor learning experiences thanks to The Land Trust for Tennessee. Glen Leven Farm, an historic 64-acre oasis located four miles from downtown Nashville is great for connecting with nature in an historic, one-of-a kind landscape, not regularly open to the public. Hike the 1.4-mile Nature Trail, visit the Education Garden, and explore the arboretum surrounding the 1857 historic home. Interactive, standards-based activities along the way can engage all ages. Timed-entry tickets are required via Glen Leven’s Eventbright page and scholarship assistance is available through The Barbara J. Mapp Foundation.

• NASHVILLE PUMPKIN

COMPANY, located at 2501 12th Ave. South has lots of pumpkins, gourds, mums, pansies, decor and more. Take pics of the kids at the seasonal backdrops. Learn hours and more at nashvillepumpkinco.com.

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hether you work too much, are stuck at home too much, or both, you’re probably tired of all the stay-at-homing. Meanwhile cooler temps are on the way. Clear your schedule (and your mind) with an easy hike, kids in-tow. Read on for gorgeous hiking opportunities in the Middle Tennessee area. Happy hiking! Beaman Park Nature Center 5911 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN 37015 615-862-8580 | Nashville.gov The Henry Hollow Loop (2.5 miles) can be followed nice and slowly or even at a fast pace. Part of the loop runs along Henry creek. Trails are designed in a web so you can decide what you want to do, as hard or as easy as you wish, and it’s pet-friendly, too. Bledsoe Creek State Park 400 Zieglers Fort Road Gallatin, TN 37066 615-452-3706 tnstateparks.com The Shoreline trail is the easiest for you and Baby and walking with little ones. This is 2.1 miles in natural environs. It links up to the High Ridge Trail and Mayo Wix Trail and forms a loop around the park. Don’t overlook the Reading Ranger Story Trail, which is a half-mile paved loop accessed from the Visitor Center. Enlarged pages from children’s books are placed along the stroller-friendly walk so children can read and explore. Bowie Nature Center 7211 Bowie Lake Road Fairview, TN 37062 615-799-5544 bowiepark.org Open Mon - Sat from 9 a.m - 4 p.m. The Bowie Park Permiter Trail is very easy but 4.7 miles long; the Lakes of Bowie Loop Trail is 2.6 easy miles and features a lake; Horeshoe Trail is 1.5 mile of loop trail good for all. Dogs must be leashed.

Harpeth River State Park 1640 Cedar Hill Road Kingston Springs, TN 37082 615-952-2099 tnstateparks.com Three trails begin at a common trailhead near the park’s entrance. Stick to the Gossett Tract Trail — one is a one-mile trail circling a meadow and the other winds along the river. Hidden Lake Trail also has a onemile hike through a meadow and another trail that’s a half-mile through a forest and along bluffs to a small lake. Long Hunter State Park 2910 Hobson Pike Hermitage, TN 37076 615-885-2422 tnstateparks.com The lovely state park just east of Nashville has trails for young ones including the paved twomile Couchville Lake Loop Trail which goes around the lake amid scenary and more. Special events are offered at Long Hunter including periodic storybook hikes. Montgomery Bell State Park 1000 Hotel Ave. Burns, TN 37029 615-797-9052 tnstateparks.com The popular camping destination has numerous trails, all either easy or moderate. A family favorite is Creech Hollow Trail, a back trail coming in at just under three miles and featuring a lake. Access the trail from the Montgomery Bell trailhead. Other trails good for kids include Jim Bailey Nature Trail (half-mile) and Creech Hollow Lake (not to be confused with Creech Hollow Trail). Radnor Lake State Park 1160 Otter Creek Road Nashville, TN 37220 615-373-3467 tnstateparks.com A popular hiking area in Nashville, it can get very busy in the fall. Radnor Lake Trail (partly paved, partly wooded) is terrific. Kids will love grabbing a peek of turtles sunning on exposed lake branches, wildlife and shade. More difficult but beautiful trails are also accessible.

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Shelby Bottoms Greenway 1900 Davidson St. Nashville, TN 37216 615-862-8539 | Nashville.gov The East Loop Trail is a paved and popular trail with flat shady spots, but it CAN get busy with bicyclists. Venture a little off trail onto other day trails and back amid wildlife and wildflowers. Part of the city’s Greenway system. The Warner Parks’ Nature Center 7311 Highway 100 Nashville, TN 37221 615-862-8555 | nashville.gov Edwin and Percy Warner Parks are known as “The Warner Parks,” and between them there are plenty of friendly trails for families to explore. Stop at the Nature Center (open Tue - Sat 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.) to pick up a map of the assorted trails. Trails are open from daybreak until the parks close at 11 p.m. The main trailhead for Edwin Warner Park is located on the Nature Center grounds. The Hungry Hawk Trail is a third of a mile and rated easy. Little Acorn Trail is a 150-yard loop including five stops just for children ages 6 and under. Percy Warner’s two trails (Warner Woods Trail and Mossy Ridge Trail) are located at the Deep Well picnic area off Highway 100. Both are moderate, so you may want to work your way up to that. Wilderness Station 697 Veteran’s Parkway Murfreesboro, TN 37128 615-217-3017 Murfreesborotn.gov Mon - Sat 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sunday 12 - 8 p.m. Wilderness Station has five miles of hiking trails which start from the station and include the TreeMendous Tree Trail (the first half-mile of the paved trail with stations marked by numbers. And the Sensory Trail, a one-mile loop known as Rocky Path Trail including three stations for simply engaging your senses.

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Patch Bamboo Strips patchstrips.com $6.99 Scratches and boo-boos happen. These nifty bandages are made from 100 percent organic bamboo fibre to gently take care of your Little’s sensitive skin. They are compostable, too, so perfect to take along during your outdoor adventures. No more crying when you peel this bandage off. Available at Target, Walgreens, CVS and other retailers.

There are a lot of back baby carriers out there, but we like this one for all of its breathing room and sturdiness. For babes and toddlers from about 7 months old or up to 48-and-a-half pounds, it’s easy to adjust and the kickstand’s a breeze. The sunshade (tucks inside its own pocket) and plenty of additional pockets make carrying necessities a breeze.

Soak up the gorgeous fall weather! Whether you opt for a strollerfriendly path, or stretch toward something more challenging, go on, get out and start hiking!

Puttisu Sun Cushion puttisu-usa.com $29.99 Protect your little one’s skin while you trek through nature. For ages 6 months and older, this hypoallergenic sunscreen is easy and easy to apply on sensitive skin. The active, sun-protecting mineral formula ensures ultimate protection while you explore; SPF 50+

Komuellos komuellousa.com $32 A comfy sock-and-shoe combo perfect for the outdoors! Komuellos will keep baby and toddler feet covered, plus the cotton top wraps around the foot so you won’t have to worry they’ll get kicked off. Slip-resistant bottoms will keep your Little on his feet when he’s exploring trails with you.

Free Spirit SP Diaper Bag humble-bee.com $68 Lightweight (0.8 pounds to be exact), waterproof and with plenty of utility pockets for storage, this pack’s perfect for your family hikes. The tough dbag can withstand annoying stains, too; toss it in the washer and you’re ready for your next trail. The large insulated front pocket fits two bottles and includes bonus accessories like a changing kit, a large changing pad, two detachable reflective stroller straps and one hot/ cold gel pack.

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Osprey Poco Child Carrier osprey.com $290

Jeep PowerGlyde Plus Stroller deltachildren.com $89.99 Great for hiking with its special ball bearing wheel technology, this baby’s ready to take on tough terrain. Lightweight and easily carried, the compact umbrella folds with an auto lock and the carrying handle will have you on your way in no time. Recommended for infants ages 6 months or up to 50 pounds.

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Boo-boos and belly aches don’t keep regular hours. Thankfully, neither do we.

Vanderbilt Children’s After-Hours and Urgent Care As any parent knows, sickness and minor injuries are never convenient. However, Children’s Hospital quality and expertise is close at hand for children who need it, when they need it, through Vanderbilt Children’s After-Hours or Urgent Care clinics. A board-certified Vanderbilt pediatrician is on site nights and weekends, treating everything from flu and fevers to rashes and beans in ears. We’ll even send your child’s pediatrician a sameday report about your visit. Visit VanderbiltChildrensAfterHours.com to check clinic wait times or save your spot. Walk-ins are always welcome.

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BY ANNETTE HINES

after elizabeth’s passing A mother reconciles with her grief after losing a daughter to Mitochondrial disease in this excerpt from Butterflies and Second Chances: A Mom’s Memoir of Love and Loss

y daughter Elizabeth was the love of my life. I know most people say their husband or their wife is the love of their life. But for me, I know it was her. Elizabeth just totally got me, and I got her. We spent a lot of time alone together, she and I. She was a good daughter. Even though she was so disabled, she was incredibly powerful in her way, and so good to me—and good for me. She taught me so much, and not in that stupid, goofy way that people like to say. She really did help me learn about life. For one thing, she brought me to this great profession that I love. I get to meet so many awesome people because of her. After Elizabeth passed, after the parade of people in our house, suddenly everybody was gone. The house was empty. A crew came and took away all her medical equipment. They removed her hospital bed, her medicines, everything. It was weird. Then I had to go to the funeral home and pick out a casket. I couldn’t even think. I don’t really remember much about it. It felt so surreal: what am I doing here, picking out a coffin, what am I even supposed to be asking for? All in all, it felt like the longest week of my life. We buried her on Friday, four days after

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she passed. It was raining outside, and I remember waking up that morning and thinking that I just wanted it to rain forever. I never wanted the sun to shine again. It felt right somehow, appropriate, that it was so cold out. It was the kind of November cold that just sits in your bones and makes you hurt, you know? When we buried her, I thought I was ready. I was so full of myself thinking about how smart I was that I had made all these preparations and how I was going to be ready when the time came. I wasn’t ready. I’m still not ready. In the months after Elizabeth died, in fact for a whole year after, I was like a dead person, just walking around like a zombie. I still did my job; I connected with people. But it was all a charade. I struggled every morning just to get out of bed and go to work. I remember spending a lot of time that winter lying on my bed, doing nothing, just staring at the ceiling. Mark, my husband, took up the slack in terms of keeping the household running, getting Caroline, my other daughter, back and forth from school, calling in laundry service, having meals delivered. He was amazing. Me, I just couldn’t get up. It was like my arms and legs and head were all so heavy, weighing me down. It took so much energy just to

lift myself up out of bed, get my clothes on, and get out the door.

eople had stopped visiting. For them, it was all over. For me, it was still such a difficult time. I couldn’t think. Grief is funny that way, how it hits you. It’s not always about the crying. It’s not like you’re in the same excruciating pain and agony that you were. But the grief is still there, it’s deep, and it impacts you in other ways: it interferes with your memory, your ability to think and process information. Grief comes like the ocean: it crashes over you like waves, then retreats for a little while, then comes back again. In the same way that the waves reshape the shoreline, my grief would slowly reshape my life. It’s a very gradual transition, just like with the seascape, but very powerful. It is the process of becoming something else. At some point, almost a year after Elizabeth’s death, I was able to get my footing again. The sand had come back and the tide had gone out. The waves weren’t as strong. Whereas earlier, I felt like I was drowning, now the ocean was calm and I could catch my breath. I started to think clearly

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again, and to try to rediscover who I was in life and why I was doing what I was doing. But then I started to question everything about myself. If I wasn’t Elizabeth’s mom anymore, who was I? The relationship had defined me for so long, almost my entire life. I had her right after I graduated from law school. It had been school, school, school, school, school, married, baby. My whole identity as an adult was being Elizabeth’s mother. Without it, I was lost. I started to perform a kind of inventory of self. Yes, I was an attorney, but did I still want to do that kind of work? Did I want to get another job instead? Did I want to shut my practice down? I was also a wife. Did I want to stay married to Mark? I loved him, but part of me wanted to just sell everything, shed all the trapping of my previous life, and move away with Caroline. I know how harsh that sounds, and I’m certainly glad I didn’t do that, didn’t act on those impulses. But at the time, I just didn’t have anything left. As devoted as Mark had been to me, I didn’t think I had it in me to love him the way he loved me. I was struggling just to love Caroline. It’s awful, but it’s the truth. I was struggling to feel anything at that time. My family — my mom, my sister — were there for me during this time, but they also kept

a distance. Everyone did. I get it now: it’s just too painful. As much as people say they want to help, the reality of losing a child is just so devastating and traumatic that it’s too much to engage with. It’s a psychological hurdle and most people can’t make that leap. Unless they’ve been there themselves. I had known several people in my life who’d lost their children before me. I had been to their funerals. The beautiful thing is that every single one of those moms came to Elizabeth’s wake and funeral. They all showed up for me, because they knew. They’d been through it too. But they were the exception. The natural instinct is to turn away, and that’s what a lot of people did. I was surprised at the number of friends, or people I had considered friends, who didn’t reach out after Elizabeth passed. They were there for me during her active dying phase. And then right after, people came for a while to pay their respects. But then it was all over so quickly. Everybody just went on with their lives. I couldn’t understand it. Was I also supposed to move on so quickly? How do people do that? I couldn’t wrap my head around living without Elizabeth in my world. When we had a luncheon at a local restaurant on the Friday morning after she died, the place was packed with friends. There were lots of cards and gifts. People sent these strange things to put out in my yard, ornaments to hang on the trees, little poems and angels and wind chimes. I smiled and thanked everyone who gave me those gifts, but I didn’t want them. I put them all in a box, and they’re still sitting in that box. I haven’t opened it since, but maybe one day, it will be time for me to pull them out. Back then, I wasn’t ready. I did what I had to do to put up a brave face and keep up with appearances. But it would still be many years until true healing came.

It wasn’t until the spring of 2015, the second spring after Elizabeth passed, that I started to come alive again. What changed? The turning point was when I attended a grief group for parents who had lost their children through illness. The grief group had been trying to check in with me, calling and emailing, for a full year. But I just wasn’t ready to talk or engage. I never answered, but to their credit, they kept trying. Then, one day, they sent me a note. Something about this invite struck a chord with me. I had almost tried something similar in the past, a group that the hospice had sent me to. But when I had gotten there, I couldn’t do it. I had stopped and turned around—partly because I was terrified, but also because I realized I didn’t want to hear about kids who had died from suicides and car accidents and the like. Those are terrible tragedies, of course, and I feel for the families, but I don’t totally relate. They are a different kind of loss. It took me a while to figure this out: all loss is not the same. Also, at that point I was still just pissed off. Back then, the hospice group had given me a little pamphlet to read, and it was just crap. I wasn’t in the right state of mind to hear that kind of stuff. And there was a certain value in my feeling pissed-off. It made me happy in a way. It was a step in the right direction. At least when I was pissed off, I wasn’t numb. When the invitation to the new grief group arrived, it was the right circumstances and the right time. Don’t get me wrong: I was still pissed, and I was definitely the angriest person in the group. I had the roughest edges. But the fact that the other parents had experienced the same kind of loss as me made a big difference. Those parents really touched me. And there was also Mark. He came with me to the grief group and was able to listen, but it was also the first time he was able to talk and be heard.

Because he was the newcomer to our situation and the Best Supporting Actor, he never felt like he was able to claim the tragedy for himself. Finally, he was about to talk about it in that group, a full year and a half after Elizabeth died. I never knew how he felt. Shame on me: I never asked him how he was doing. And even in that group, he talked maybe 20% of the time that I talked. But I got to have a little window into how he felt, and particularly how hard it had been for him to see me so hurt and crushed by life. That group was so good for him; he got so much out of it. They were able to tell him things that I hadn’t been able to say, like just what a wonderful person he was.

he grief group changed me too. It was amazing in so many ways. We had different readings every week, and not all of them were slam-dunks but they were always thought provoking. We also each got a little bottle, and would add a new layer of colored sand each week, whatever color we chose. We did that for three months, and at the end we all had these beautiful bottles: a collage of colorful sand in different layers and different colors. The layers were not all the same depth and they were a little intermingled. But the whole project connected with me, like I was developing my own new shoreline. As art, it was imperfect, and always changing. Some weeks the sand would be black, some weeks pink or gray or brown or white. But I always felt like it represented what I was going through during this process of creating my new seascape. It wasn’t just about survival. It was a process of transformation. Through it all, I became something different and awesome. I still have the bottle to this day. It sits on top of my

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piano. Mark did one, too, and his sits next to mine. It may have taken me a while to get in the groove of the grief group, but once I did, it was just what I needed, to let it all go and talk freely. It couldn’t have happened earlier, until all the right pieces were in place. But now I had this group that I could really relate to, this tragic club of parents who had lost their children to disease. What an odd kind of community: it’s a group you never expect to be a part of, and you certainly never want to join—but there it is. Thank God that they were there for me, that they understood and wanted to listen. I didn’t have that anywhere else. Healing doesn’t come in a linear fashion. Rather, it shows up in patches, like puffs of smoke. You catch a piece of it and start to feel whole again, but then it evaporates. There are starts and stops. But like the ocean, eventually the angry waves subside. It marked the beginning of true healing for me. Finally, it was my time. I was ready for it, and I came out of the experience that spring with a renewed passion for my life. Annette Hines is an advocate for the special needs community and the mother of two daughters, one of whom passed away from Mitochondrial disease in November 2013.

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kids who are scared of the dark Is your child convinced there’s a monster in his room? Tips on ways to help him cope.

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ommy, keep the hall light on,” my 6-year-old reminds me as I tuck his beloved blanket securely around his slender frame and lean over to kiss him good night. I’ve plugged in a night light in his room and another in the adjoining bathroom. The orange glow of the street lamp outside bounces off the wall over his bed. He already seems bathed in light, but I flip the hall light on anyway. Ten minutes later, I’m rewarded with the sweet, even-keeled breathing of a child asleep. I’m one of the lucky ones. According to Dr. Jane Sosland, a clinical child and adolescent psychologist, nearly 30 percent of children have sleep problems and oftentimes, bedtime battles can last well past midnight. Fear of the dark is a normal part of development and one of the most common childhood problems plaguing families of school-age

children. Kids who are afraid of the dark take nearly an hour longer than others to fall asleep. Without a good night’s sleep, children can suffer behavior and mood issues and have trouble concentrating at school. How can you best support a frightened kiddo? DISCUSS THE FEAR Listen carefully to your child — without playing into their fears — to see if you can identify what triggered his fear. Fear of the darkness might be caused by a fairy tale before bed, a frightening image that wormed its way into your child’s psyche, or even a stressful event during the school day during recess. “Maybe somebody was mean to them on the playground,” Sosland says. “It could also be there’s some separation anxiety that occurs during the day, as well as at night, in terms of being able to sleep by themselves,” she adds. Many times your child’s fear won’t make sense, but don’t ignore the moment or just hope that he’ll fall asleep. By all means, go to your child and listen to what he tells you about his fears, taking them seriously but without overreacting. It’s important not to dismiss or ridicule his fears. Hear his feelings and reflect them back to (please turn the page)

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Fear of the Dark him with words: “I can see you’re really scared.” Help your child feel safe and supported, and once he’s calm, gently coax more out of him. Find out what’s inside your child’s mind, says Tamar Chansky, Ph. D., a clinical psychologist and author of Freeing Your Child From Anxiety (Harmony; 2014). Does your child think there’s a monster in the closet? It’s important to figure out the source of your child’s fear so you can move on. October brings a large volume of frightening images to the community, so be aware of that. As kids wind down after a busy day and the quiet of the night sets in, they may begin to replay scary images in their heads that they saw during the day in books, movies, video games or in the grocery aisle. Pair those visuals with the strange night-time creaks of the house and a shadow suddenly appearing to move across the wall, and you’ve got a wide-eyed kid at midnight. Here’s what to do: • Limit exposure to violent images and turn off the news when your youngster is around. According to a 2016 study published in Frontiers in Pediatrics, exposure to repeated images of terrorism in the media can negatively affect a child’s emotional health. “These almost live events can cause feelings of unsafety, hopelessness, and helplessness, which are often externalized by conduct problems,” the researchers write. But alarming images aren’t the only source of fear in children. “Kids are quite imaginative,” says Sosland. “They imagine all sorts of things in the dark that aren’t there,” she adds. Young children often can’t distinguish between fantasy and reality. If they imagine a monster in the closet, in their mind it must be there. “Fears are not necessarily something that can be reasoned or rationalized so reassuring children tends not work because they just look for more and more reassurance,” adds Sosland. So if you’re dealing with a child scared of a monster in the closet or under the bed, look together in the closet and under the bed. If your child can only fall asleep with her ceiling light on, it’s OK, but not ideal, since it’s a form of avoidance. Over time, as he’s ready, dim the light. Gradually move toward the soft, warm glow of a lamp, then a closet light, and finally a night light that is yellow or orange in color. • Work on breathing techniques. If your child already struggles with anxiety, teach him coping mechanisms during the day that you can employ at night, too. For example, have a younger child blow bubbles to calm down. Teach older children deep belly breathing. Have them breathe in for five seconds and slowly breath out as if you have a birthday candle in front of you. “But you don’t want to blow it out. You just want the ‘flame’ to flicker,” Sosland advises.

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• Offer a transitional object. Comfort your youngster with a stuffed animal or a special blanket to help him sleep. If you’ve become your child’s favorite teddy bear, begin phasing out his reliance on you by getting up just as he’s falling asleep. If he starts to protest, promise that you’ll check in on him in five minutes. • Set up a sleep-promoting environment. White noise, fans, sound machines and soft background music can push back the deafening silence of the night. Also make sure your child’s bed is comfortable, the temperature in the room is cool and put away any distracting electronic devices. • Have your child take some control of the environment. Let him place the nightlight where he wants it and bring a special lovey or blanket to bed. By letting them take some ownership in the arrangement of their room, they will feel more comfortable. • Stick to a bedtime routine. Take time to reminisce about happy events from the day. Listen to soothing music and put aside electronics. Read a calming, uplifting book together before bed. And help them come up with a positive image that they can picture as they’re drifting off to sleep like playing with their favorite pet.

BOOKS TO THE RESCUE A Little Spot of Anxiety by Diane Alber (Diane Alber Art, LLC; 2019)

Monsters Get Scared of the Dark Too by Melissa Lagonegro (RH; Disney; 2013)

Blanche Hates the Night by Sibylle Delacroix (Knopf; 2014)

Orion and the Dark by Emma Yarlett (Templar: 2015)

Can’t You Sleep Little Bear? by Martin Waddell (Candlewick; 1994)

There’s a Nightmare in My Closet by Mercer Mayer (Puffin; 1992)

Dragon Night by J.R. Krause (G.P. Putnam’s Sons; 2019) Little Owl’s Night by Divya Srinivasan (Viking Children’s; 2011)

Freelance journalist Christa Melnyk Hines is the mom of two boys. She finds that the spooky Halloween season can make night-time’s shadows, creaks and groans even creepier. Christa is the author of Happy, Healthy & Hyperconnected: Raise a Thoughtful Communicator in a Digital World.

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DAILY EVENTS THU 01 FREE ‘BLOOD AT THE ROOT’ OPENS AT THE FRIST 615-244-3340 fristartmuseum.org

This immersive outdoor pop-up installation created by Nashville artists EXO:DUS (Elisheba Israel Mrozik and Aaron Mrozik) will be on view in the Frist’s Turner Courtyard Thursdays through Sundays, October 1 through November 1, 2020, and is free to the public.

FREE CHIHULY NIGHTS AT CHEEKWOOD (615) 356-8000 cheekwood.org

See the stunning works of Dale Chihuly every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. Chihuly Nights features large-scale installations in the gardens of the historic estate as well as pedestal works presented in the art galleries.

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Family-friendly Halloween activities purposely redesigned to respect social distancing from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. through Oct. 31, with activities including a jack-o-lantern walk, trick-or-treating, scavenger hunts, animal encounters and more!

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Learn how to draw with fun lessons and exercises posted weekly to Instagram at 6 p.m. No experience necessary. Limited number of program kits available for curbside pick-up at the Nashville Main Library. Email megan. adovasio-jones@nashville.gov to reserve one.

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Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 from The Hermitage breezeway. Tours also include a complimentary tasting from the Natchez Hills Winery tasting room. Arrive early — tours start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

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Join Cheekwood for a virtual celebration of Otsukimi, the Japanese Moon Viewing festival. Enjoy videos of Japanese Moon Viewing favorites, the traditional tea ceremony and kamishibai, Japanese storytelling. There will be activities for all ages, including a recipe with instructions from the chef at the Japanese Consul-General’s residence.

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Join Miss Kristi at the Green Hills Branch Library for fun songs and mindful movements at 2 p.m. for children ages 2 - 7.

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A music mentor from Nashville Public Library works with you virtually at 2 p.m. to find the chords, instrumentation and song structure to bring your musical vision to life. This includes learning how to make beats for those who are interested. Collaboration and co-writing with other teens will be encouraged.

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THINGS TO DO FREE TEEN TIME AT BORDEAUX LIBRARY (ONLINE) (615) 862-5856 facebook.com/NPLBordeaux

Join Bordeaux Library for try-this-athome experiments (like Ms. Shelly’s Casual Cooking Club), Social media memes (library-style), and discussions about the latest and greatest in YA books every Tuesday and Thursday at 1 p.m.

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Actors Bridge Ensemble hosts a weekly Script Reading Book Club at 6 p.m., which includes a virtual “table read” and discussion of favorite scripts. Sign up on Actors Bridge Ensemble’s Facebook page to receive the Zoom link and instructions.

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Join BalancED for Renewed’s free community yoga program online via Zoom at 6 p.m. Classes are offered through Richland Park Library with the focus of each class being bodypositive. Email for instructions on how to join the class.

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FREE CHIHULY NIGHTS AT CHEEKWOOD (615) 356-8000 cheekwood.org

Every Saturday from 3 - 7 p.m. at Arrington Vineyards. This week’s live music is the Art Four Sale Band, with food trucks Simply Living Life.

FREE MASTER GARDENERS CLASS AT LINEBAUGH 615-893-4131 rclstn.org 105 West Vine Street

Linebaugh Public Library is proud to host The Rutherford County Master Gardeners at 9 a.m., the first Saturday of each month in the library board room on the 2nd floor. Each class is free and open to the public. Registration is appreciated.

FREE MURFREESBORO SATURDAY FARMERS’ MARKET 20 North Public Square

FREE LEGO CLUB

615-824-0656 youseemore.com/hendersonville 140 Saundersville Road

Have fun creating and building with LEGO blocks at Hendersonville Public Library at 1 p.m.

Main Street Saturday Market in downtown Murfreesboro is a weekly farmers’ market on the square. 8 a.m. - noon.

FREE SATURDAY STORY TIME WITH MISS LISA (ONLINE)

Join Miss Lisa every Saturday morning on the Madison Library Facebook page at 10 a.m.

FREE SHAKESPEARE ALLOWED (ONLINE) 615-255-2273 nashvilleshakes.org

Shakespeare Allowed is held via Zoom on the first Saturday of each month at 12 p.m. This month’s selection is Macbeth. Please join by 11:50 so the group can be ready to start promptly at noon.

SUCCULENT PUMPKIN CENTERPIECES (615) 356-8000 cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

Bethany O’Neill, owner of The Succulent Bee, will guide participants through succulent care basics and how to build a stunning fall decoration using succulent cuttings, moss, and, of course — pumpkins at 2 p.m. Class is $44 and all materials are provided to take home a medium-sized arrangement.

FREE YOGA AT THE ISLAND

615-890-5333 bjohnson@murfreesborotn.gov 1875 West College Street

Yoga is a great way to wind down, especially outdoors in nature. This Murfreesboro meet will be at the Gateway Island at 9 a.m. For beginning and intermediate levels.

SUN 04 FREE BLUEGRASS AT THE BARN 615-395-0102 arringtonvineyards.com

Join Arrington Vineyards from 3 - 7 p.m. for live music at the barn featuring the East Nashville Grass, as well as the food truck Simply Living Life.

HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS (615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 from The Hermitage breezeway. Tours also include a complimentary tasting from the Natchez Hills Winery tasting room. Arrive earl; tours start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

TENNESSEE TITANS VS. PITTSBURGH STEELERS titansonline.com

Cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs. Pittsburgh Steelers at Nissan Stadium.

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THINGS TO DO MON 05 FREE AFTER-SCHOOL TEEN DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (ONLINE) (615) 862-5854 events.library.nashville.org

Join the Bellevue Library for D&D 5th edition adventures every Monday at 4 p.m. by emailing andrew.palmer@ nashville.gov. That’s right, hop on a video call with your friends and let the librarian Dungeon Master Andrew guide you through fantastical worlds full of adventure and sorcery.

FREE STUDIO TENN TALKS: THEATER CONVERSATIONS WITH PATRICK CASSIDY (615) 541-8200 studiotenntalks.com

Every Monday at 7 p.m. and can be viewed on Studio Tenn’s website or Facebook page. This episode features musician Michael Feinsetin.

FALL BREAK CAMPOLOGY: WETLAND RANGERS (615) 890-2300 explorethedc.org/camps 502 Southeast Broad Street

Join Discover Center Campology from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m Oct. 5 - 9 to explore the wonders of the wetlands in the fall with guided wetland journaling, nature art projects, animal science lessons, and so much more. Campers will have the opportunity to earn a Ranger Patch at the end of the week. Outdoor activities will be rain or shine so be sure to bring a rain jacket.

FREE NATIONAL CHILD HEALTH DAY FREE YOGA (ONLINE) (615) 862-5871

A live yoga class right in your own home at 6:30 p.m. sponsored by the Southeast Branch Library. Email megan.sheridan@nashville.gov. to recieve the link.

FREE STUDYING SUCCESS: WHERE TO TURN FOR HOMEWORK HELP (ONLINE)

FREE MONARCH CITIZEN SCIENCE CLASS (ONLINE)

Join Nashville Public Library mentor Monica to explore the variety of free or subscription-based study resources available to help you with your study success at home! Email monica. mclaurine@nashville.gov or call 615862-5895 to register.

Develop the tools to become a monarch citizen scientist with Warner Park Nature Center. Learn butterfly biology, build instar identification skills and practice monitoring protocols.

615-862-5895 nashvillepubliclibrary.org

TUE 06 FREE CAMPING WORLD CONCERT SERIES: RICKY SKAGGS & STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN (ONLINE) campingworld.com/concert

Rock out while staying in with this 10-week concert series sponsored by Camping World. Concerts stream live every Tuesday at 8 p.m. on Camping World’s website and social media.

615-862-8555 Wpnc.nashville.gov 7311 Highway 100

FREE NASHVILLE MATH CLUB

Hosted by math professors at Vanderbilt University, middle and high-school students will learn complex mathematical concepts in fun and creative ways via Zoom at 5 p.m.

FREE NURSERY RHYME TIME WITH J.J. THE LAMB (ONLINE)

Join J.J. the Lamb on the Nashville Public Library YouTube at her home for laughter and language skills as she recites nursery rhymes and other poems at 12 p.m.

As more students continue to homeschool or continue with virtual learning, the Country Music Hall of Fame is offering educational opportunities for students the first Wednesday of each month.

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THINGS TO DO FREE DYER OBSERVATORY OPEN HOUSE

FREE WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS

Astronomers provide tours of the facility, including the telescopes, sundial and Star Chamber. Available at 9 & 10:30 a.m.

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is partnering with Forest Therapy Nashville and TriLuna Wellness to offer wellness programs on Wednesdays, such as restorative yoga and Shinrin-Yoku forest bathing. $15.00 for members, $15.00 + General Admission for nonmembers.

(615) 373-4897 1000 Oman Drive

FREE RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARMERS’ MARKET 615-898-7710 315 John Rice Boulevard

615-356-8000 cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

Enjoy family fun, fresh vegetables, flowers, and food from local growers and farmers from 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.

STEAM: TECHNOLOGY OVER TIME (ONLINE)

FREE TEEN TIME AT BORDEAUX LIBRARY (ONLINE)

Join the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in exploring the history of music listening technologies, from the gramophone to the iPod, in this $10 interactive videoconference program starting at at 10 a.m.

(615) 862-5856 facebook.com/NPLBordeaux

Join Bordeaux Library for Try-this-athome experiments (like Ms. Shelly’s Casual Cooking Club), Social media memes (library-style), and discussions about the latest and greatest in YA books every Tuesday and Thursday at 1 p.m.

FREE VIRTUAL COURTYARD CONCERTS: PATRICK DAILEY (ONLINE)

bit.ly/NPLYouTube_VirtualCourtyardConcerts

Courtyard Concerts go virtual on NPL YouTube starting at 11:45 a.m.

WED 07 ADULT COOKING CLASS: HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR (919) 889-2598 www.flourpowerstudios.com info@flourpowerstudios.com

Make some Halloween recipes that are fun to make and eat. This $29 Flour Power cooking class takes place from 6 - 9 p.m. at 330 Franklin Rd Suite 110A in Brentwood.

HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS (615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 from The Hermitage breezeway. Tours also include a complimentary tasting from the Natchez Hills Winery tasting room. Arrive early; tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

FREE SOUTHERN WORD PRESENTS: FICTION AND CREATIVE WRITING (ONLINE) (615) 862-5803 Gabriela@southernword.org

If you like reading, writing and crazy conversations, then this Nashville Public Library workshop is for you! Practice your literary skills, learn about different elements of prose writing, grow comfortable with revision, and join a community of writers at 3:30 p.m. Open to youth ages 13 to 18.

(615) 416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

FREE CANCIONES Y CUENTOS CON MISS CORRIE (ONLINE)

Read, sing and dance in Spanish with Miss Corrie on the Edmondson Pike Library YouTube.

THU 08 FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET

(615) 859-3678 facebook.com/goodlettsvillefarmersmarket

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.

FREE INTRODUCTORY TAI CHI SERIES (ONLINE) bewellatnpl@nashville.gov

Join Madison Library teacher Ann Hargis live on Zoom at 10 a.m. to learn some basic principles and movements of Yang-style Tai Chi Chuan. Registration is required and space is limited.

FREE OLD HICKORY’S FAMILY STORY TIME (ONLINE)

FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE)

Join Miss Kelly and her puppet friends from Old Hickory Branch Library at 10:15 a.m. as they share stories and fun.

(615) 862-5869 facebook.com/NPLOldHickoryBranch

FREE CHIHULY NIGHTS AT CHEEKWOOD (615) 356-8000 cheekwood.org

FREE SCRIPT READING BOOK CLUB (ONLINE) 615-498-4077 actorsbridge.org

FREE TENNESSEE’S BOOK CLUB (ONLINE)

615-898-7710 315 John Rice Boulevard

Enjoy family fun, fresh vegetables, flowers, and food from local growers and farmers from 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.

FREE CHIHULY NIGHTS AT CHEEKWOOD

WETLAND WONDERS TOUR

(615) 478-0267 explorethedc.org/homeschool 502 Southeast Broad Street

FRI 09

A music mentor from Nashville Public Library works with you virtually at 2 p.m. to find the chords, the instrumentation and the song structure to bring your musical vision to life. This includes learning how to make beats for those who are interested. Collaboration and co-writing with other teens will be encouraged.

FREE RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARMERS’ MARKET

‘RINA BANERJEE: MAKE ME A SUMMARY OF THE WORLD’ OPENS AT THE FRIST

Join Nashville Public Library and The Tennessee State Museum at 6 p.m. for a lively conversation about The American Plague by Molly Caldwell Crosby with Tennessee connections. Register and receive the link to join the virtual discussion.

Join Miss Kristi at the Green Hills Branch Library for fun songs and mindful movements at 2 p.m. for children ages 2 - 7.

(615) 862-5803 Gabriela@southernword.org

(615) 356-8000 cheekwood.org

FREE MUSIC AND MORE (ONLINE)

FREE SOUTHERN WORD PRESENTS: MIDDLE SCHOOL WORKSHOP, SONGWRITING (ONLINE)

FREE SOUTHERN WORD PRESENTS: THE WRITE TIME (ONLINE)

(615) 862-5854

Walk the Murfree Spring Wetlands, identify local flora & fauna, wade in the water with boots, explore underwater with scopes, use a net to catch & release wetland creatures and meet Discovery Center’s resident wetland animals. $8 per student, $5 per chaperone-only adult.

(615) 862-5863 facebook.com/NPLGreenHillsBranch

(615) 862-5870 timothy.allman@nashville.gov

FREE ‘2020 YOUNG TENNESSEE ARTISTS’ OPENS AT THE FRIST (ONLINE) 615.244.3340 fristartmuseum.org

After reviewing more than 300 entries public and private schools, jurors selected drawings, paintings and mixedmedia works created by 36 students representing 10 different schools. Showcasing some of the finest artworks from high school students enrolled in advanced studio art programs across the state, this year’s exhibition will be presented at FristArtMuseum. org from through February 7, 2021.

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See the stunning works of Dale Chihuly every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. Chihuly Nights features large-scale installations in the gardens of the historic estate.

615-244-3340 fristartmuseum.org 919 Broadway, Nashville

Opening in the Frist’s Ingram Gallery, this exhibition includes sculptures, installations and paintings produced over the past 20 years. Together, they show Banerjee’s ongoing desire to summarize the complexity, beauty, and sense of disequilibrium that can arise in a world undergoing constant fragmentation and renewal.

KIDS NIGHT OUT: FRIENDLY BOO BASH (919) 889-2598 www.flourpowerstudios.com info@flourpowerstudios.com

Roll on over in your favorite Halloween costume for a fun night of Halloween favorites including Mini Witches Brooms, Candy Corn Pizza scratchmade Halloween cookies and more. This $39 Flour Power cooking class takes place from 6 - 9 p.m. at 330 Franklin Road, Suite 110A in Brentwood.

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THINGS TO DO FREE NASHVILLE OKTOBERFEST (ONLINE)

thenashvilleoktoberfest.com

Nashville Oktoberfest invites you all to join them “virtually” to “Prost In Place” this month. For 2020, they are offering you the chance to join in with their virtual festival experience.

FREE SONGWRITING 101: HALLOWEEN STYLE (ONLINE) (615) 416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

Join Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum educators virtually for family fun with art, music, storytelling and history programs at 10:30 a.m. Registration required by 9:30 a.m.

FREE SATURDAY STORY TIME WITH MISS LISA (ONLINE)

Join Miss Lisa at 10 a.m. on the Madison Library Facebook page.

SPOON CARVING WORKSHOP (REGISTER) (615) 425-3706 tnstateparks.com 400 Zieglers Fort Road

The Caverns announced its new outdoor and socially distanced Above Ground Concert Series, kicking off with Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Oct. 9-11. FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S 615-395-0102 www.arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road

Come out to Arrington Vineyards at 6211 Patton Road from 4 - 8 p.m. for Food Truck Friday’s, featuring Music City Brisket and Simply Living Life Cottage with Live jazz by Lilliston Effect Band.

JASON ISBELL AND THE 400 UNIT AT THE CAVERNS

(931) 516-9724 thecaverns.com/above-ground 555 Charlie Roberts Rd, Pelham

The Caverns proudly announces an outdoors and socially distanced Above Ground Concert Series. The concerts will take place outdoors on a hillside above The Caverns cave music venue and overlooking Payne Cove. Guests will arrive at staggered times, be asked COVID-19 screening questions, receive a temperature check, and enjoy the show from socially distanced pods.

TODDLER TIME WITH THOMAS 615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov 2310 Memorial Blvd

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FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS 615-217-3017 697 Veterans Parkway

Join Murfreesboro’s Wilderness Station for a short program at 1 p.m. introducing you to one of its education animals! They will talk about the animals’ cool adaptations and natural history.

FREE CHIHULY NIGHTS AT CHEEKWOOD (615) 356-8000 cheekwood.org

FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET The Factory at Franklin 230 Franklin Road

Franklin Farmer’s Market is an “Essential Business” supplying local produce Saturdays 9 a.m. - 12 noon.

FREE HENDERSONVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET

(615) 838-8238 300 Indian Lake Boulevard

In-season produce including organic and naturally-grown fruits, vegetables and a variety of organic meats from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

(931) 516-9724 thecaverns.com/above-ground 555 Charlie Roberts Rd, Pelham

The Caverns proudly announces an outdoors and socially distanced Above Ground Concert Series.

FREE BACK TO OUR ROOTS FISH FRY & BAKE SALE 615-962-8773 murfreesborotn.gov/parks 511 Mercury Blvd

Bradley Academy Museum & Cultural Center is honoring the past with a drive-up fish fry and bake sale. Years ago before the City of Murfreesboro acquired the museum, a fish fry was often used as a form of fundraising. Bring your appetite when you stop by the museum for a fried fish sandwich and a sweet treat.

FREE HISPANIC HERITAGE DAYS (FREE DAYS) (615) 478-0267 explorethedc.org 502 Southeast Broad Street

Explore the traditions of Hispanic culture at the Discovery Center in Murfreesboro from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

FREE JAZZ AT THE LODGE 615-395-0102 arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road

Every Saturday from 3 - 7 p.m. at Arrington Vineyards. This week’s live music is the San Rafael Band, with food trucks Simply Living Life.

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Join instructor Bill Maddox at Bledsoe State Park from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for an intermediate spoon carving workshop and continue the development of your wood working skills. Meet at the Outdoor Classroom (stage) near Shelter Two on Raccoon Creek Lane.

THE PIRATES TREASURE HUNT (855) 464-8326 hello@scavengee.com

Get your pirate gear, grab some grog and a sense of adventure to complete this socially safe, family-friendly, citywide scavenger hunt benefitting 2nd Harvest Mid Tennessee. One ticket ($50) is valid for a team of up to six players.

SUN 11 TENNESSEE TITANS VS. BUFFALO BILLS titansonline.com 1 Titans Way

Cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs. Buffalo Bills at Nissan Stadium.

FREE BLUEGRASS AT THE BARN 615-395-0102 arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road

Join Arrington Vineyards from 3 - 7 p.m. for live music featuring the Craig Duncan Band, as well as the food truck Simply Living Life.

FREE HISPANIC HERITAGE DAYS (FREE DAYS) (615) 478-0267 explorethedc.org 502 Southeast Broad Street

Explore the traditions of Hispanic culture at the Discovery Center in Murfreesboro.

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THINGS TO DO JASON ISBELL AND THE 400 UNIT AT THE CAVERNS

(931) 516-9724 thecaverns.com/above-ground 555 Charlie Roberts Rd, Pelham

The Caverns proudly announces an outdoors and socially distanced Above Ground Concert Series.

HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS (615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 from The Hermitage breezeway. Tours also include a complimentary tasting from the Natchez Hills Winery tasting room. Arrive early; tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

MON 12 FREE STUDIO TENN TALKS: THEATER CONVERSATIONS WITH PATRICK CASSIDY studiotenntalks.com

Every Monday at 7 p.m., catch it on Studio Tenn’s website or Facebook page. This episode features composer Adam Guettel.

FREE YOGA (ONLINE) (615) 862-5871

A live virtual yoga class right in your own home at 6:30 p.m. sponsored by the Southeast Branch Library. Please email megan.sheridan@nashville.gov. to receive the link.

FREE AFTER-SCHOOL TEEN DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (ONLINE) (615) 862-5854

FREE STAY SAFE ONLINE: TOOLS AND DISCUSSION (ONLINE) 615-862-5895 nashvillepubliclibrary.org

Join Nashville Public Library mentor Monica at 3 p.m. via Zoom to review different tips for staying safe and productive in an increasingly digital world. Suitable for all ages. Parents, families, mentors and teachers welcome! Email monica.mclaurine@nashville.gov or call 615-862-5895 to register.

FREE STORYTIME WITH THE FRIST (ONLINE)

FREE ART TIME WITH JAKE (ONLINE)

Enjoy Frist Art Museum’s trilingual readings of Whoever You Are, written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Leslie Staub, shared in English and Spanish and interpreted in ASL at 11 a.m. This story is shared in conjunction with the exhibition Rina Banerjee: Make Me a Summary of the World.

Bellevue Branch Library’s own Jake Wells brings you a new art class every other week via YouTube.

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TUE 13 FREE RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARMERS’ MARKET 615-898-7710 315 John Rice Boulevard

Enjoy family fun, fresh vegetables, flowers, and food from local growers and farmers from 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.

FREE CAMPING WORLD CONCERT SERIES: SUGARLAND (ONLINE) campingworld.com/concert

Rock out while staying in with this 10-week concert series sponsored by Camping World. Each concert will stream live every Tuesday at 8 p.m. CST on the Camping World website, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

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FREE MUSIC AND MORE (ONLINE)

(615) 862-5863 facebook.com/NPLGreenHillsBranch

Join Miss Kristi at the Green Hills Branch Library for fun songs and mindful movements at 2 p.m. for children ages 2 - 7.

FREE NURSERY RHYME TIME WITH J.J. THE LAMB (ONLINE)

Join J.J. the Lamb on the Nashville Public Library YouTube at her home for laughter and language skills at 12 p.m.

FREE TPAC SALON SERIES: DANCE LIKE YOUR ZOOM CAMERA’S OFF (ONLINE) TPAC.org

The TPAC Salon Series, hosted via Zoom at 7 p.m., is a series of free evening virtual events that will feature entertaining and interactive conversations and explore the diversity of Nashville’s arts and culture community.

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Discovery Center at Murfree Spring hosts the annual Tennessee STEAM Festival Oct. 9 -18, incorporating more than 100 events at museums, schools and community centers across the state. A complete listing of activities is available at TNsteam.org.

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Generosity of space. Millions of twinkling lights and our soaring 48-foot Christmas tree. Hundreds of enhanced cleaning protocols. Boundless family-friendly holiday events, from snow tubing, ice skating and Breakfast with Charlie Brown™ & Friends to our brand-new I Love Christmas Movies™ immersive pop-up experience featuring ELF™, THE POLAR EXPRESS™, and more! November 13 – January 3 | ChristmasAtGaylordOpryland.com Peanuts© 2020 Peanuts Worldwide LLC · ELF and all related characters and elements © & ™ Turner Entertainment Co. (s20) THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s20)

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Trick-or-Treating in 2020? Hear from the experts on how to stay safe this Halloween BY MICHAEL W. ALDRICH

alloween’s definitely a little different this year, and people are deciding how to celebrate — whether it’s having fun from a distance, trick-or-treating, enjoying Halloween at home or something in between. While COVID-19 has interrupted many of our annual traditions, most families are still deadset on celebrating Halloween this year. According to a recent Harris Poll survey, more than 70 percent of millennial moms are planning to make “the most” of Halloween with their families, with 80 percent surveyed saying that heading out to trick-or-treat is still at the top of their Halloween things to do list. But is trick-or-treating in 2020 safe? Compared to activities of Halloweens past — like house parties or school dances — trick-ortreating may bring a lesser COVID-19 risk for parents to manage, especially if you’re able to head outside to relatively quiet neighborhood streets. However, there are still safety precautions you’ll want to consider, even if you do live in a rural or suburban region where there is lower coronavirus numbers. “Of the aspects of typical trick-or-treating, there are some factors that are reassuring,

being that it’s outdoors and not too difficult for kids to stay distanced,” says Issac Thomsen, M.D., an infectious disease specialist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Monroe Carrell Jr. Children’s Hospital. “Though it’s still classified as a some-risk activity, trickor-treating can still happen this year as long as families stay smart, avoid heavy crowds and get a little creative,” he says. Believe it or not, the biggest risk in trick-ortreating isn’t the candy your kids will be receiving from each of your neighbors. According to the World Health Organization, surface bacteria isn’t thought to be the main mode of Covid-19 transmission. So, where is the real risk? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention maintains that the most significant risk of getting sick this Halloween hinges on who you’re actually trick-or-treating with.

TRICK-OR-TREATING MAIN RISKS: 1. Joining a large group: Visiting a lot of people from another household or staying close together for long periods brings a risk of transmission, especially in tight quarters. (Close contact is defined as others within six feet of you for more than 10 to 15 minutes).

2. Face-to-face exposure: Keep trick-or-treating interactions at any given doorway or front porch are brief, but know that the more households you visit, the greater the chance that germs may be spread. 3. Touching candy, toys, doors and other surfaces: This is the least concerning risk for parents. Washing your hands frequently or using hand sanitizer can prevent little ones from carrying germs home.

IS IT SAFE TO BE WITH FRIENDS? You can limit COVID-19 risks by keeping your kids outside and making sure their trick-or-treat group stays small. “My biggest concern is crowd density and big hoards of kids roaming the neighborhood — that’s just not a good idea this year. I would keep it three to four kids at most, and coordinate with the families you know who have been practicing social distancing,” Thomsen says. Large indoor gatherings are obviously not advised. “There’s a lot we’re still learning about this virus and how it spreads, but we have all the evidence that large indoor gatherings, even medium size (10 - 15 people), are extremely high-risk situations,” Thomsen stresses. And of course, wear a mask. Since Halloween already involves plenty of

This DIY candy slide made out of PVC piping is a fun way to give candy to trick-or-treaters while staying six-feet away.

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masks, it should be easy to incorporate a face covering into your child’s costume. Parents should wear face masks, too, and if a costume involves a mask that doesn’t sufficiently cover the face, add a proper cloth-based one beneath it.

OTHER WAYS TO KEEP TRICK-OR-TREATING SAFE: • Establish ground rules. “Though we know this is primarily a respiratory airborne virus, I still would advise kids to not go digging around in big community bowls this year,” Thomsen says. “I’ve heard a lot of families are parceling candy out in graband-go plastic bags to maintain spacing, which is really smart.” • Don’t share props, toys or bowls. Keep the swords, wands and tiaras from being passed around if you can. Ask each of your children to hold onto their own candy bags.

• Bring hand sanitizer, and practice not touching your face. It’s always good to take a break, do a check in and give kids some hand sanitizer to clean their hands between multiple homes. This is also an opportunity to give kids a break from wearing a mask if they need it, in a safe spot away from others. • Disinfecting candy? There’s no need to freak out if your child rips open a chocolate bar and pops it into their mouth while trick-ortreating. “I would say just good old-fashioned hand washing and sanitizing will do the trick,” Thomsen says. • Remember those most at risk. We need to be extra mindful of the the older couples who love to sit on their porch and see all the costumes kids are wearing. Parents need to remember that adults over the age of 65 are at the highest risk. “Young people may say, ‘Well, I’d most likely be fine even if I got it,’ and that’s probably true, but we have known many cases of confirmed transmission from an adolescent to an older adult,” Thomsen says. So be aware. Of course, there are other ways to have fun this year that don’t involve door-to-door trick-or-treating. “Keep in mind, this is still a pandemic and sometimes traditions may have to adapt and look a little different, and that’s okay,” Thomsen says. “Trick-or-treating or not, parents can still make this holiday fun. I have three young kids myself and we’ve decided to do a candy scavenger hunt around the house this year.”

OTHER WAYS TO SAFELY CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN: 1. Have a jack-o’-lantern hunt. Much like the Easter Egg hunt, hide trinkets, candy, or whatever your children enjoy collecting and hide those things in your yard. 2. Show costumes virtually—or from afar. Schedule a special video meeting or socially distant park gathering to model those fun costumes with friends. 3. Enjoy a walk through the neighborhood. It might be just the sense of community you or your neighbors need, even if you’re not stopping to visit houses this year. 4. Incorporate masks into your costume. Since masks are a part of our normal routine, why not incorporate them into costumes? Need a quick idea? Draw kitty whiskers on a plain mask for a start to a cat costume. 5. Go on a scavenger hunt. See how many pumpkins your kids can count on doorsteps, in windows. How about black cats or other decorations? What else can they find? Michael W. Aldrich is managing and entertainment editor of this publication. He and his wife, Alison are the proud parents of a 19-month-old son.

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THINGS TO DO FREE VIRTUAL COURTYARD CONCERTS: GIOVANNI RODRIGUEZ AND FRIENDS (ONLINE)

(615) 862-5800 bit.ly/NPLYouTube_VirtualCourtyardConcerts

Courtyard Concerts go virtual on NPL YouTube starting at 11:45 a.m.

FREE YARN LOVE MURFREESBORO

615-893-4131 rclstn.org 105 West Vine Street

A casual group of yarn enthusiasts who love to knit and crochet meet at Linebaugh Library at 6 p.m. Come out and talk shop, bring your current works in progress, stitch a project for charity, or just to learn.

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CULTURAL ARTS POP-UP

FREE EARLY VOTING STARTS (615) 862-5800 nashvillepubliclibrary.org

615-801-2606 murfreesborotn.gov 1875 West College Street

Early voting is available at Bellevue, Bordeaux, Edmondson Pike, Green Hills, Hermitage, Madison and Southeast Branch Libraries.

Join Murfreesboro Parks & Rec on the second Wednesday of the month at the Gateway Island Reception Center for an opportunity to get creative. The $5 class repeats itself each pop-up day at 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 1 - 2 p.m.

FREE CIGAR NIGHT

KNEE-HIGH NATURALISTS

615-395-0102 arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road

Join Arrington Vineyards from 6 - 9 p.m. for Cigar Night, presented by Franklin Cigar, with live music featuring the San Rafael Band, as well as the food truck Simply Living Life.

(615) 370-4672 545 Beech Creek Road South

Young children, ages 3-5 years old with an adult, will explore the natural world through a series of topics lead by a Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary Environmental Educator.

FREE RICHLAND PARK WRITERS MEETUP (ONLINE) (615) 862-5870

Meet other writers, discuss craft and get feedback on your work via videoconference at 6 p.m. Writers of all levels are welcome. For more information, email timothy.allman@ nashville.gov.

PRESCHOOL CULTURAL ARTS POP-UP 615-801-2606 murfreesborotn.gov/parks 1875 West College Street

Join the Murfreesboro Parks & Rec department the second Wednesday of the month at the Gateway Island Reception Center for an opportunity to get creative at 9 a.m. Classes are $5 and size is limited, so sign up early.

We’ve got you covered with the best Halloween movies for families this month.

Hotel Transylvania 1, 2 & 3 2012, 2015, 2017

The Nightmare Before Christmas, 1993

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Casper 1995

Hocus Pocus 1993

The Addams Family

Beetlejuice

1991

1988

E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, 1966

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1137 Haley Rd., Murfreesboro 1932 Almaville Rd., Smyrna

615-867-6900

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dedicated to Prevention & Early Detection

Parents always welcome in treatment area.

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• ages 2 and up • girls and boys • tumbling • parents night out • school’s out camps • ninja program NEW CLASSES!

Home school PE class at Murfreesboro location Thursdays at 11am! Home school Gymnastics at Smyrna location Tuesdays at 1pm!

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PIANO VIOLIN GUITAR TROMBONE

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ADAPTIVE LESSONS

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TALENTED IN HOME & ONLINE INSTRUCTORS MATCHED TO LESSONS YOUR CHILD’S AVAILABLE ABILITY LESSONS FOR ALL AGES AND SKILL LEVELS “My child loves her teacher, I love the convenience.” “I get to stay home at least one night each week and spend time with my family.” “No more sitting at the curb, and I get to actually hear the lesson.” “The recitals are amazing, my kids are learning so much.”

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THINGS TO DO OUTDOOR SPARK: FALL INTO STEAM (615) 478-0267 explorethedc.org/spark 502 Southeast Broad Street

Discovery Center Murfreesboro’s SPARK! program for children ages 1-6 and their caregivers is held exclusively outdoors at 9 a.m. Using the outdoor Wisteria Classroom, children and their caregivers can enjoy socially distanced hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play. $4 per each child ages 1+ and free for adults.

FREE SOUTHERN WORD PRESENTS: FICTION AND CREATIVE WRITING (ONLINE) (615) 862-5803 Gabriela@southernword.org

FREE WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is partnering with Forest Therapy Nashville and TriLuna Wellness to offer wellness programs on Wednesdays, such as restorative youga and Shinrin-Yoku forest bathing. $15 for members, $15 plus general admission for non-members.

THU 15 ANIMALS ALL AROUND

(615) 478-0267 explorethedc.org/homeschool 502 Southeast Broad Street

Learn about the animal kingdom through up-close encounters with animals from Discovery Center in Murfreesboro from 1 - 3 p.m. $8 per student, $5 per chaperone-only adult.

BOO AT THE ZOO

615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails each day through Oct. 31. Experience trick-or-treat stations, themed walk-through areas, carousel rides, special animal encounters and much more. $14 for Zoo members, $16 for non-members.

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS MARKET (615) 859-3678

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.

HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS (615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 from The Hermitage breezeway. Tours also include a complimentary tasting from the Natchez Hills Winery tasting room. Aarrive early; tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

FREE HOMESCHOOL FRIENDS (ONLINE) (615) 862-5800 library.nashville.org/universe Katie.Hall@Nashville.gov

Join home school families from around Nashville to learn, engage and create at 2 p.m. New and relevant topics are explored every week through a variety of fun games, books and activities.

FREE SOUTHERN WORD PRESENTS: MIDDLE SCHOOL WORKSHOP, SONGWRITING (ONLINE) (615) 862-5803 Gabriela@southernword.org

FREE OLD HICKORY’S FAMILY STORY TIME (ONLINE) (615) 862-5869 facebook.com/NPLOldHickoryBranch

Join Miss Kelly and her puppet friends from Old Hickory Branch Library at 10:15 a.m. as they share stories and fun, teaching children the joy of reading.

FREE SCRIPT READING BOOK CLUB (ONLINE) 615-498-4077 actorsbridge.org

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BOO AT THE ZOO

615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails each day through Oct. 31. $14 for Zoo members, $16 for non-members.

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S

615-898-7710 315 John Rice Boulevard

Enjoy family fun, fresh vegetables, flowers, and food from local growers and farmers from 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.

SAT 17

615-395-0102 www.arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road

FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

FOR KING & COUNTRY DRIVE-IN CONCERT

BOO AT THE ZOO

Come out to Arrington Vineyards at 6211 Patton Road from 4 - 8 p.m. for Food Truck Friday’s, featuring Mac Shack, Peach Cobbler Factory and Simply Living Life Cottage with live jazz music by 9 Volt Romeo.

3331 Denning Lane

The local musical duo for King & Country (brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone) will play a drive-in concert at Spring Hill’s Oaklawn Mansion at 7 p.m. to benefit The Well Outreach.

KIDS NIGHT OUT: GROSSER THAN GROSS (919) 889-2598 www.flourpowerstudios.com info@flourpowerstudios.com

615-217-3017 697 Veterans Parkway

Join Murfreesboro’s Wilderness Station for a short program at 1 p.m. introducing you to one of its education animals! They will talk about the animals’ cool adaptations and natural history.

615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails each day through Oct. 31. $14 for Zoo members, $16 for non-members.

FAMILY KAYAK

615-217-3017 murfreesboroparks.com 697 Veterans Pkwy

You’ll make Maggot Sliders (also known as Cheeseburger sliders), Kitty Litter Cake (also known as Dirt Cake) and Edible Eye Balls. This $39 Flour Power cooking class takes place from 6 - 9 p.m. at 330 Franklin Road, Suite 110A in Brentwood.

Grab the family and get paddling with Murfreesboro Parks & Rec from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m at Barfield Crescent Park! Space is limited and reservations are required. All equipment and instruction are provided with $8 fee. Children must be at least 10 years old and accompanied by an adult.

FREE SOUTHERN WORD PRESENTS: THE WRITE TIME (ONLINE)

FLASHLIGHT NIGHTS IN OAKLANDS MANSION

TODDLER TIME WITH THOMAS 615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov

FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE)

WHAT’S UP NIGHT HIKES

Join BalancED for Renewed’s free community yoga program online via Zoom at 6 p.m. Classes are offered through Richland Park Library with the focus of each class being bodypositive.

Join Murfreesboro Parks & Rec for discovery under the night sky at 6 p.m. Classes are $5, reservations are required by calling 615-217-3017 or emailing efann@murfreesborotn.gov.

(615) 862-5870 timothy.allman@nashville.gov

FREE RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARMERS’ MARKET

615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov/parks 697 Veterans Parkway

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(615) 893-0022 oaklandsmansion.org 900 North Maney Avenue

The ghosts and goblins are waiting to welcome you to Oaklands Mansion at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. with admission of $15 for adults and students ages 12 & up and $10 for children ages 6 - 11. Explore Murfreesboro’s most mysterious mansion after dark.

FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET The Factory at Franklin 230 Franklin Road

The freshest and healthiest in farm- totable produce supplying local produce Saturdays 9 a.m. - 12 noon.

FREE HENDERSONVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET

(615) 838-8238 streetsofindianlake.com 300 Indian Lake Boulevard

Shop the Hendersonville Farmers’ Market for in-season produce including organic and naturally-grown fruits, vegetables and a variety of organic meats from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

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Virtual Camps, Clubs, Shows & Parties!

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BIRTHDAYS | CORPORATE EVENTS | CAMPS | TEAM BUILDING

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We are open with enhanced cleaning procedures and social distancing. HENDERSONVILLE

Hendersonville Strike & Spare • 90 Volunteer Dr.

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Visit our website www.strike strikeand andspare sparebowling bowling.com

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Limit one discount per coupon. NOT valid on group or birthday parties. Expired coupons NOT accepted. Original magazine print coupon valid only computer printouts and copies NOT accepted. Expires October 31, 2020.

LET’S HAVE A SLEEPOVER! We do all the set-up & tear down! Call Shamika 615-429-3757 shamikamedaries@yahoo.com

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LABOR DAY * 4TH OF JULY * HALLOWEEN

Something’s not right in this ofﬁce. Now the scientist Suspicion of a secret agent. Does he himself needs your work for us or someone else? The clues help. hold the answers.

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BIRTHDAYS * WEDDINGS * ENGAGEMENTS * WELCOME HOME

SAY IT ALL WITH A YARD SIGN!

BUMBLEBEERENTALS.NET GIRLS NIGHT * MOTHER’S DAY * FATHER’S DAY * DRIVE BY PARADES

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MAD SCIENTIST

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OVER 40 BOWLING LANES

& CIRCUS WORLD

The military holds secrets of a previous zombie apocalypse. Enter the quarantine and decipher its mysteries to save humanity.

NEW! RELIX COASTER

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THINGS TO DO FREE AFTER-SCHOOL TEEN DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (ONLINE) (615) 862-5854

FREE BOOKMAKING WITH ANNIE (ONLINE) (615) 862-5870

Learn the art of bookmaking and have fun in the process with the Richland Park Library YouTube at 2 p.m. Videos include a range of projects from basic to complex.

FREE YOGA (ONLINE)

(615) 862-5871 events.library.nashville.org

You can now take a live virtual yoga class right in your own home at 6:30 p.m. sponsored by the Southeast Branch Library. Please email megan. sheridan@nashville.gov. to recieve the link.

TUE 20 Nashville Zoo has transformed its Boo at the Zoo event into a walkthrough experience, so a few traditions will be missing, but there will still be plenty of festive excitement! Get your tickets at nashvillezoo.org/boo. HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS

FREE JAZZ AT THE LODGE

HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 from The Hermitage breezeway. Tours also include a complimentary tasting from the Natchez Hills Winery tasting room. Arrive early; tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

Every Saturday from 3 - 7 p.m. at Arrington Vineyards. This week’s live music is the Art Four Sale Band, with food trucks Simply Living Life.

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 from The Hermitage breezeway. Tours also include a complimentary tasting from the Natchez Hills Winery tasting room. Arrive early; tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

(615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

HAUNTS AT THE FONT (615) 452-7070 200 Cragfont Rd

Join Historic Castalian Springs from 6 - 10 p.m. for an evening of ghost stories and spooky tales! Guests will be guided by lantern along a trail from the historic tobacco barn to Cragfont. Reservations are strongly encouraged. $15 ages 16 & up, $12 ages 9 to 15, children under 9 free

INTRODUCTION TO NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

David Duplessis of Tennessee Photographs will teach the basic principles and concepts of night photography from 6 - 8 p.m. in one of the best night-time settings – Chihuly at Cheekwood! Bring your camera, lenses and a tripod.

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615-395-0102 arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road

FREE SATURDAY STORY TIME WITH MISS LISA (ONLINE)

Join Miss Lisa every Saturday morning on the Madison Library Facebook page at 10 a.m.

TENNESSEE TITANS VS. HOUSTON TEXANS titansonline.com 1 Titans Way

SUN 18 FREE BLUEGRASS AT THE BARN 615-395-0102 arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road

Join Arrington Vineyards from 3 - 7 p.m. for live music featuring the Howlin’ Brothers, as well as the food truck Simply Living Life.

Cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs. Houston Texans at Nissan Stadium.

MON 19 FREE HIGH SCHOOL 101: EXPECTATIONS, CHALLENGES, AND COMMUNITY DISCUSSION (ONLINE) 615-862-5895 monica.mclaurine@nashville.gov

BOO AT THE ZOO

615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

(615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails each day through Oct. 31. $14 for Zoo members, $16 for non-members.

Join Nashville Public Library mentor Monica and Studio NPL’s teen mentor for a conversation about High School at 2 p.m. What questions do you have? Share your expertise, your questions and your concerns with other likeminded community members.

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FREE CAMPING WORLD CONCERT SERIES: ZAC BROWN BAND (ONLINE) campingworld.com/concert

FREE NASHVILLE MATH CLUB

Hosted by math professors at Vanderbilt University, middle and high-school students will learn complex mathematical concepts in fun and creative ways via Zoom at 5 p.m.

FREE NURSERY RHYME TIME WITH J.J. THE LAMB (ONLINE)

Join J.J. the Lamb on the Nashville Public Library YouTube at her home for laughter and language skills as she recites nursery rhymes and other poems at 12 p.m.

FREE RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARMERS’ MARKET 615-898-7710 315 John Rice Boulevard

Enjoy family fun, fresh vegetables, flowers, and food from local growers and farmers from 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.

BOO AT THE ZOO

615-833-1534 www.nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails.

Thank you for your continued support over the past 18 years as we strive to make a difference in the lives of the children that we care for, while building a strong foundation in early education. Focus on literacy, social, & emotional development Center-based learning with Frogstreet curriculum Healthy meals and snacks included Diverse student population Large playgrounds, gym, and outdoor classroom Classes range from 6-weeks to Pre-Kindergarten Caring, well-trained teachers

(615) 350-1141 www.stlch.org 5601 New York Ave., Nashville

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THE POWER OF COMMUNITY The YMCA is grateful for the generosity of the thousands of Y members and other individuals who have made it possible to serve our community during this time of great need.

To learn more or get involved,

visit ymcamidtn.org.

OUR IMPACT TOGETHER • Providing critical child care services to hundreds of health care employees, first responders and other essential workers • Distributing thousands of meals to families who need it most • Offering virtual tutoring, online learning and other vital services to our most vulnerable youth and families Our Mission: A worldwide charitable fellowship united by a common loyalty to Jesus Christ for the purpose of helping people grow in spirit, mind and body.

THINGS TO DO FREE YARN LOVE MURFREESBORO

615-893-4131 rclstn.org 105 West Vine Street

A casual group of yarn enthusiasts who love to knit and crochet meet at Linebaugh Library at 6 p.m. All levels of experience are welcome from beginners to experts. Come out and talk shop, bring your current works in progress, stitch a project for charity, or just to learn! Just bring your own yarn, hooks, or needles, and they’ll get you started.

WED 21 HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS (615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 at The Hermitage breezeway. Tours also include a complimentary tasting from the Natchez Hills Winery tasting room. Tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

DOG NIGHTS OF HARVEST 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

Pack up the whole family and join Cheekwood for dog-friendly nights in the garden select Wednesday evenings during Cheekwood Harvest! Free for members and babies 2 and under, $19 for adults and $12 for youth.

BOO AT THE ZOO

FREE SOUTHERN WORD PRESENTS: FICTION AND CREATIVE WRITING (ONLINE)

615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails.

ADULT COOKING CLASS: PIZZA PALLOOZA

(919) 889-2598 www.flourpowerstudios.com info@flourpowerstudios.com

Stir up and roll out some pizza dough tonight with a Gourmet Flatbread Pizza Class. This $29 Flour Power cooking class takes place from 7 - 10 p.m. at 330 Franklin Rd Suite 110A in Brentwood.

KNEE-HIGH NATURALISTS

(615) 370-4672 545 Beech Creek Road South

Young children, ages 3 - 5 years old with an adult, will explore the natural world through a series of topics led by an Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary Environmental Educator. Admission is $10 for one adult + one child and $9 each additional person. Class starts at 10 a.m.

FREE WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is partnering with Forest Therapy Nashville and TriLuna Wellness forr wellness programs such as restorative youga and Shinrin-Yoku forest bathing.

(615) 862-5803 Gabriela@southernword.org

THU 22 BOO AT THE ZOO

615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails.

FREE CHIHULY NIGHTS AT CHEEKWOOD

(615) 862-5856 facebook.com/NPLBordeaux

FREE SCRIPT READING BOOK CLUB (ONLINE) 615-498-4077 actorsbridge.org

FRI 23

(615) 356-8000 cheekwood.org

FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE)

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS MARKET

See the stunning works of Dale Chihuly every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m.

(615) 859-3678 facebook.com/goodlettsvillefarmersmarket

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.

HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS (615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 at The Hermitage breezeway. Tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

FREE MUSIC AND MORE (ONLINE) (615) 862-5863

Join Miss Kristi at the Green Hills Branch Library Faebook page for fun songs and mindful movements at 2 p.m. for children ages 2 - 7.

FREE SOUTHERN WORD PRESENTS: MIDDLE SCHOOL WORKSHOP, SONGWRITING (ONLINE) Gabriela@southernword.org

Gaylord Opryland’s Goblins & Giggles event runs thru Oct. 31, with activities including a jack-o-lantern walk, scavenger hunts and more.

FREE TEEN TIME AT BORDEAUX LIBRARY (ONLINE)

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BOO AT THE ZOO

615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails.

FREE CHIHULY NIGHTS AT CHEEKWOOD (615) 356-8000 cheekwood.org

See the stunning works of Dale Chihuly every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m.

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road

Come out to Arrington Vineyards at 6211 Patton Road from 4 - 8 p.m. for Food Truck Friday’s, featuring Smokin’ Buttz, Dough Box and Simply Living Life Cottage with live jazz music by Fish & Chips Band.

HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS (615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 at The Hermitage breezeway. Tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

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THINGS TO DO SPECIAL

Fall Fun Isn’t Canceled! Middle Tennessee Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes and more! KELLER’S FARM

GENTRY’S FARM

1 hour West of Nashville

1974 Hwy. 96 W., Franklin 615-794-4368 gentryfarm.com

542 Firetower Road, Dickson 615-441-4872 kellerscornycountry.com cornycountry@gmail.com

Thru Oct. 27 at limited capacity: Mon 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.

Thru Oct. 31: Fridays & Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sundays (11th,18th, 25th) 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

$8 ages 2 - 65

$10 ages 2+, $8 seniors and military

Four-acres corn maze, wagon rides, farm games and more.

Festivities include a jumping pillow, corn pit, pumpkin patch, zip lines, playground equipment, hayrides, a barrel train, corn maze and more.

35 minutes South of Nashville

“Due to Covid-19, we plan on opening a modified activity area this October at limited capacity.”

AMAZIN’ ACRES OF FUN 80 minutes East of Nashville

2857 Old Kentucky Road N., Sparta 931-761-2971 amazinacres.com mcculleys@amazinacres.com Thru Nov. 3: Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Sunday 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. $12 ages 3-65, $9 ages 65+, 2 and under free with paid adult admission Pumpkins, three corn mazes, hay rides and more (12 & under can select a pumpkin free with paid farm admission).

GRANDADDY’S FARM

HONEYSUCKLE HILL FARM

90 minutes South of Nashville

30 minutes North of Nashville

454 Highland Ridge Road, Estill Springs 931-327-4080 grandaddysfarm.com

1765 Martins Chapel Church Road, Springfield 615-382-7593 honeysucklehillfarm.com info@honeysucklehillfarm.com

Thru Nov. 7: Tue - Thu 1:30 - 6 p.m., Fri 1:30 - 8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Thru Nov. 1: Saturdays 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sundays 12 p.m. - 7 p.m.

$12 ages 3+

Weekday $13.95 at gate/11.95 online, weekends $17.95 at gate/15.95 online

Pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, pig races, expanded animal corral and more.

Hillbilly pig races, pumpkin patch, corn maze, singing chicken show, Pumpkin Express light show and more.

BOTTOM VIEW FARM

LYON FAMILY FARMS

90 minutes South of Nashville 130 Bellview Road, Taft 931-438-9938 lyonfamilyfarms.com Thru Oct. 31: Wednesdays (except Oct. 28) 1 - 8 p.m., Thurs - Fri 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun 1 - 6 p.m. $14.95 weekend passes ages 3+; $11.95 weekday passes ages 3+ Pumpkins, petting zoo, corn maze and a playground for the kids to climb around on.

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CHEEKWOOD HARVEST

25 minutes Southwest of Nashville 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org Thru Nov. 1: Tues - Sun 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. $20 per adult, $18 per senior (65+), $16 per college student with ID, $13 per youth (3 – 17), $5 for parking Two life-sized pumpkin houses, pumpkin patch and special events like the Halloween Pooch Parade and Dog Nights of Harvest.

185 Wilkerson Lane, Portland 615-325-7017 bottomviewfarm.com bottomviewfarm@yahoo.com Thru Oct. 31: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily $7 per person Monday-Friday, $10 per person Saturday & Sunday, Children age 2 and under are free Train rides, hay rides to the pumpkin patch, rolled hay maze, jumping pillow, pedal tractors, ice cream parlor and other activities.

WILSON FAMILY FARM

35 minutes South of Nashville 4809 Byrd Lane, College Grove 615-202-4805 thewilsonfamilyfarm.com Thru Oct. 31: Sat - Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., $10 ages 2+ Pumpkin patch, corn maze. By appointment only.

WALDEN PUMPKIN FARM 30 minutes South of Nashville

8653 Rocky Fork Road, Smyrna 615-220-2918 waldenfarm.biz Thru Oct. 31: Thursday and Friday 2 - 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday 12 - 4 p.m., Free admission “Due to Covid-19, we will have limited things open this year. We will have pumpkins, mums and produce for sale. All the activities and play areas will be closed.”

BOYD’S PUMPKIN PATCH 40 minutes North of Nashville 1425 Hwy. 76, Clarksville 931-216-8250 boydspumpkinpatch.com Thru Oct. 31: daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. $2 - $7 per pumpkin; corn maze is $5 ages 6+ Pumpkins for sale, Corn Maze, Gourds and Winter Squashes.

BROWN FARMS CORN MAZE 50 minutes Southeast of Nashville

7231 Cainsville Pike Lascassas, TN 37085 facebook.com/Brown-Farms-233533547349019/ Thru Oct. 31: Fri 5 - 10 p.m., Sat 1 - 10 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m. $8 per adult, $6 per child, ages 4 and under are free Corn maze, hay ride, straw maze, hay mountain, goats, corn hole, pumpkin maze, pumpkins, fire pits and concessions.

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45 minutes South of Nashville

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30 minutes North of Nashville 7526 Swift Road, Greenbrier 615-669-6293 shucklescornmaze.com Thru Nov. 1: Fri 6 - 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 12 - 8 p.m. $12.76 ages 3+ Home to the 10-acre Shuckles Corn Maze, the farm has over 30 fantastic activities, including the Hey, Hey Hayride, pumpkins galore and more.

CEDARWOOD FARMS

80 minutes Southeast of Nashville 2900 Old Nashville Hwy, McMinnville 931-939-3960 cedarwoodfarmstn.com cedarwood@blomand.net $13 adults, $11 kids 3+, Bonfire admission: additional $4 (includes hotdogs, marshmallows, chips and a drink Thru Oct. 31: Fri 8:30 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sat 9:30 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m. Pick-your-own pumpkins, corn maze, pumpkin train, super slides, pedal car track, Jump Pad, petting zoos and more.

4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville 615-274-3786 luckyladdfarms.com Thru Nov. 1: Wednesday - Friday 1 - 7 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sundays 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. $14.95 on Weekends and $11.95 on weekdays for all persons age 2 and up Petting farm, pumpkin patch, a “2020-themed” corn maze, pony rides, Hillbilly Range games, giant pipe swings and more.

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THINGS TO DO HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS (615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 at The Hermitage breezeway. Tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

FREE INTRODUCTION TO GARAGEBAND (ONLINE)

(615) 416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

Join Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum educators virtually at 10 a.m. for family fun with detailed Gargeband intruction for beginners. Registration required.

FREE JAZZ AT THE LODGE

www.arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road, Arrington

Between Ghost Tours at The Hermitage and Flashlight Nights at the Oaklands Mansion, there’s plenty of spooky outdoor fall fun for the family. FREE RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARMERS’ MARKET 615-898-7710 315 John Rice Boulevard

Enjoy family fun, fresh vegetables, flowers, and food from local growers and farmers from 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.

TODDLER TIME WITH THOMAS 615-895-5040 murfreesborotn.gov

FREE EXPLORE SPECTACULAR SPIDERS (615) 862-8555 wpnc.nashville.gov 7311 Highway 100

Come to Warner Park Nature Center at 10 a.m. to explore the world of spiders and learn how to find and identify orb weavers, crab, jumping, wolf and other fascinating spiders found in Tennessee.

FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET

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FREE BEADED JEWELRY BASICS cheekwood.org info@cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

Learn the basics of beaded jewelry with Joy Walling, owner of OmiBeads at 12 p.m. Participants will create simple eyecatching jewelry inspired by Chihuly at Cheekwood’s colorful glass pieces. All materials provided to produce a small set of bracelets. Advanced registration is required.

FREE BEGINNING ACOUSTIC GUITAR: JIMMIE RODGERS STYLE (ONLINE) countrymusichalloffame.org 222 5th Avenue South

Join Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum educators virtually at 10:30 a.m. for family fun with art, music, storytelling and history programs. Registration required by 9:30 a.m. CT on the day of the program. A guardian is required to be present with children under 13.

The Factory at Franklin 230 Franklin Road

The freshest and healthiest in farm- totable produce supplying local produce Saturdays 9 a.m. - 12 noon.

millersthrillers.net 1431 Carters Creek Pike

With the “Hillbilly Hollar”, new “Zombie Paintball Hayride” and more, this spooky destination in Columbia opens at 6 p.m. and is a great Halloween outing for your family members who enjoy a scare.

FLASHLIGHT NIGHTS IN OAKLANDS MANSION (615) 893-0022 oaklandsmansion.org 900 North Maney Avenue

The ghosts and goblins are waiting to welcome you to Oaklands Mansion at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. with admission of $15 for adults and students ages 12 & up and $10 for children ages 6 -1 1. Explore Murfreesboro’s most mysterious mansion after dark.

FREE SATURDAY STORY TIME WITH MISS LISA (ONLINE)

Join Miss Lisa at 10 a.m. on the Madison Library Facebook page.

Every Saturday from 3-7 p.m. at Arrington Vineyards. This week’s live music is the 9 Volt Romeo Band, with food trucks Simply Living Life.

FREE LEGO PLAYTIME

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Get creative while building with LEGO blocks at Gallatin Public Library at 10:30 a.m.

SUN 25 FREE A DROP IN A BUCKET: YOU CAN MAKE MAGIC (ONLINE) LiveEatPlayNashville.com

A free, hour-long magic show live streamed on the Live Eat Play Nashville Facebook page at 5:30 p.m. The only ask, but not a requirement, is that individuals donate just one dollar to Charity: Water, an organiation that builds wells and provides water to communities in Third World nations.

FREE BLUEGRASS AT THE BARN arringtonvineyards.com 6211 Patton Road

Join Arrington from 3 - 7 p.m. for music featuring the Howlin’ Brothers and food truck Simply Living Life.

FREE NATIONAL ART DAY

We celebrate National Art Day on October 25 — the birthday of Spanish artist Pablo Picasso.

FREE NASA YOUTUBE LIVE EVENT (ONLINE) 615-848-5038 rclstn.org/events

Hear about NASA’s past, present and future plans to explore space through the Rutherford County Library System. Take part in a YouTube Live event with an interactive live chat feature. Log in five minutes before the start time and look for the live event: https://www. youtube.com/user/mjguillette

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MON 26 FREE AFTER-SCHOOL TEEN DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (ONLINE) (615) 862-5854

FREE YOGA (ONLINE)

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You can now take a live virtual yoga class right in your own home at 6:30 p.m. sponsored by the Southeast Branch Library. Email megan.sheridan@nashville.gov. to recieve the link.

TUE 27 FREE CAMPING WORLD CONCERT SERIES: LADY A (ONLINE) campingworld.com/concert

All ages. Online, Nashville. 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. Rock out while staying in with this 10-week concert series sponsored by Camping World. Each concert will stream live every Tuesday at 8 p.m. CST on the Camping World website, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

BOO AT THE ZOO

615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails.

WED 28 FREE BIG NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM (ONLINE)

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The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, in partnership with YouTube and the country music community, will stage the most ambitious digital fundraiser in the museum’s history premiering at 8 p.m. on the museum’s YouTube channel.

DOG NIGHTS OF HARVEST 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

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THINGS TO DO BOO AT THE ZOO

615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org/boo 3777 Nolensville Road

Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails.

FREE WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is partnering with Forest Therapy Nashville and TriLuna Wellness to offer wellness programs on Wednesdays, such as restorative youga and Shinrin-Yoku forest bathing.

THU 29 WETLAND WONDERS TOUR

explorethedc.org/homeschool 502 Southeast Broad Street

Walk the Murfree Spring Wetlands, identify local flora & fauna, wade in the water with boots, explore underwater with scopes, catch & release wetland creatures and meet Discovery Center’s resident wetland animals at 1 p.m. $8 per student, $5 per adult.

GREAT PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

(615) 478-0267 explorethedc.org/pumpkinfest 502 Southeast Broad Street

Put on your Halloween costume and come to Discovery Center at Murfree Spring for outdoor family fun from 4 - 7 p.m. Enjoy food trucks, a costume contest with local celebrity judge panel and a not-so-haunted walk-through experience. $4 for non-members.

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FREE CHIHULY NIGHTS AT CHEEKWOOD

FLASHLIGHT NIGHTS IN OAKLANDS MANSION

See the stunning works of Dale Chihuly every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m.

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 at The Hermitage breezeway. Tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

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Pick your date and time between 5 - 9 p.m. to take a socially safe journey through Nashville Zoo’s animal trails thru Oct. 31. Experience trick-or-treat stations and much more.

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FRI 30 FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE)

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KIDS NIGHT OUT: HALLOWEEN CUPCAKE WARS (919) 889-2598 flourpowerstudios.com info@flourpowerstudios.com

Come in your costume and make Homemade Fondant & Buttercream. This $39 Flour Power cooking class takes place from 6 - 9 p.m. at 330 Franklin Rd Suite 110A in Brentwood.

(615) 893-0022 oaklandsmansion.org 900 North Maney Avenue

With the “Hillbilly Hollar”, new “Zombie Paintball Hayride” and more, this spooky destination in Columbia opens at 6 p.m. and is a great Halloween outing.

(615) 893-0022 oaklandsmansion.org 900 North Maney Avenue

FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S

FREE HALLOWEEN POOCH PARADE

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Come out to Arrington at 6211 Patton Road from 4 - 8 p.m. for Food Truck Friday’s, featuring Music City Brisket and Simply Living Life Cottage with live jazz music by San Rafael Band.

SAT 31 FREE HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

The Factory at Franklin 230 Franklin Road

The freshest and healthiest in farm-totable produce supplying local produce Saturdays 9 a.m. - 12 noon.

cheekwood.org info@cheekwood.org 1200 Forrest Park Drive

Bring your favorite four-legged friend for Cheekwood’s fourth annual Halloween Pooch Parade from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Costumed canines and their owners are invited to parade around the gardens during our daytime hours and enter the virtual costume contest. Free for members and babies 2 and under, $19 for adults and $12 for youth.

FREE SPOOKY STORYTIME AND CREEPY CASTANETS (ONLINE) (615) 416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

Join Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum educators virtually for family fun with art, music, storytelling and history programs at 10:30 a.m.

FREE VIRTUAL BOOKS & BREWS (ONLINE)

(615) 862-5854 andrew.palmer@nashville.gov

Join this Bellevue Library book club for its discussion on The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson. Email andrew.palmer@nashville.gov to register.

HERMITAGE GHOST TOURS (615) 889-2941 thehermitage.com info@thehermitage.com

Ghost Tours launch at 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday through Nov. 8 at The Hermitage breezeway. Tours will start right on time, and they don’t want any souls left behind.

Costumed canines and their owners are invited to Cheekwood’s fourth annual Halloween Pooch Parade Oct. 31.

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Saturday, November 21, 2020 9:30 a.m. Grades 5-8 11 a.m. Grades 9-12 1 p.m. Grades K-4

University School of Nashville

USN Preview Peek into USN and interact with administrators, faculty & students during this online experience. Register at usn.org/preview. Questions? USN Admissions 615-327-3812

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ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER 800 Ft. Negley Blvd., Nashville 615-862-5177 | adventuresci.org Opening minds to the wonder of science for more than 70 years. Plan an adventure for the family including the Sudekum Planetarium, Adventure Tower and soundBox, an immersive new exhibit to explore sound and music! BILL TAYLOR’S BUSHIDO SCHOOL OF KARATE 1911 Business Campus Drive Murfreesboro | 615-890-6755 1820 N.W. Broad St. Murfreesboro | 615-893-6003 bskonline.com 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 find out how to get one month free plus a uniform. DANCE IN BLOOM 7982-A Coley Davis Road, Nashville 615-662-4819 | danceinbloom.com We offer classes for ages 2 and older in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, improv and cheer. Classes are upbeat and fun!

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DEER RUN CAMPS & RETREATS 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station 615-794-2918 | deerrun.camp/camps Throughout the year, Deer Run provides family events: married couples romance weekends, parent-child weekends (father-son and motherdaughter) and a family day. And year-round, Deer Run provides customized day and overnight retreats with accommodations, meeting spaces, recreation, team building, 5-star meals and staff who personally serve our guests while on site. DIGITAL WORLDS VR 1945 Mallory Lane, Franklin 615-538-7514 | digitalworldsvr.com DWVR offers the best true virtual realty experience in the area. Located near CoolSprings Galleria, it’s perfect for family and team outings, birthday parties, home school groups and events. You and your family are invited for a free 15 minute demo at our state-of-the-art technology virtual realty arcade.

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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. FLOUR POWER 330 Franklin Road, Ste. 110A, Brentwood 615-961-3466 | flourpowerstudios.com Welcome to Flour Power Kids Cooking Studio! All children learn through hands-on discovery. Add the ingredients of fun, energetic adults and the love for home cooked food, and you have stirred up the essence of a Lil’ Chef. From preschool to teens, we sizzle up amazing programs such as birthday parties, weekly classes, camps, adult classes, corporate events, kids night out events and etiquette classes.

HOOVER LEARNING GROUP 217 Jameston Park Road, Ste. 1, Brentwood 615-454-1433 | hooverlearninggroup.com At Hoover Learning Group, we believe every child deserves an opportunity to learn. We know some children just need more time. Through empiricallybased practices, assessments, a collaborative approach, and tailored instruction, we equip students to effectively access, process, and apply information, both in and out of the classroom. KUMON MATH & READING CENTERS 7055 Hwy 70 S Nashville | 615-646-3243 500 Wilson Pike Circle, Ste. 217 Brentwood | 615-370-5776 1113 Murfreesboro Road #309 Franklin | 615-790-0407 7240 Nolensville Road, Ste. 303 Nolensville | 615-472-9400 kumon.com Our students, ranging from preschool through grade 12, develop the skills that help them build upon each concept they learn. With individualized learning plans, motivation and practice, our center prepares students to become avid learners, encouraging success throughout their entire academic experience and beyond. LEARNING RX 5554 Franklin Pike, Ste. 200, Nashville 615-953-8899 | learningrx.com If you or someone you love is struggling to keep up with school or work and find that these challenges impede on your quality of life, LearningRx is here to help. We are a one-on-one brain training center that focuses on the underlying skills that are critical for learning and performance. Our cognitive enhancement center puts clients with their own brain trainers for mental workouts that are challenging, enjoyable, and consist of gamelike exercises. We help turn mental weaknesses into strengths.

MATHNASIUM 3748 Hillsboro Pike Nashville | 615-891-3384 18 Cadillac Drive Brentwood | 615-942-2629 300 Indian Lake Blvd., Ste. 240D Hendersonville | 615-991-6811 3411 Memorial Blvd., Ste. 3 Murfreesboro | 615-890-6284 mathnasium.com Children out of school lose more comprehension in math than in any other subject. And with so many weeks of missed school, now is a critical time in your child’s education. We pinpoint the gaps in learning sustained during COVID. With custom-built learning plans and face-to-face instruction, we help reverse the “COVID slide” so they can be on track for the fall. Our live online tutoring service, Mathnasium@Home, is the same live instruction as our learning center but in the comfort of your home. 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! MR. BOND’S SCIENCE GUYS 615-573-2702 | mrbondscienceguy.com Our winter, spring and summer camps inspire a lifelong enthusiasm for science and learning, teaching creative problem-solving skills, teamwork and perseverance in an entertaining, kid-friendly setting. The camps are full- or half-day and are excellent for ages 5 - 12. Sibling discounts are available.

MY GYM 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood 615-371-5437 | mygym.com/brentwood We build strong, healthy bodies through tumbling, relays, music and gymnastics. High-energy, structured classes improve balance, agility and build self-confidence. Our immaculate facilities and low student-teacher ratios help children 3 months - 13 years develop excellent fitness habits in a noncompetitive way. ONE GOAL SPORTS 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. Visit our website for more information. PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 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. STEM BUILDERS OF FRANKLIN 128 Holiday Court, Ste. 120, Franklin 615-682-3032 | stembuilders.com/franklin STEM Builders mission is to ignite passion and enthusiasm for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) in every student. We provide education by bringing STEM to life in a fun and interactive way. Our curriculum is aimed to develop life skills and improve students’ knowledge. YMCA of Middle Tennessee ymcamidtn.org/youth-sports/classes ymcamidtn.org/youth-sports/leagues Fall 2020 sports limiting capacity. This season, we will be limiting capacity in each age division in order to help with social distancing. For this reason, spots are first-come, first-served.

Many educational resources and learning services now offer virtual options. Take advantage of these to keep your child on track while keeping them safe.

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