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Boo-boos and belly aches don’t keep regular hours.

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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.

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LITTLE ONES

BABY’S FIRST NOEL Keep your home peaceful, and don’t overwhelm your little one with too many toys or expectations. Babies are happiest when their essential needs are met.

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Creating the Magic for Your Family Keep traditions and play games with your kids to sew together the joy of the season at home.

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it’s been that kind of year. We all started saying, “What is it about 2020?” back in March, and here we are in December, eager to kick it firmly out the door once and for all. We are looking forward to everything getting better; to a vaccine arriving, to a coming around again to better times and healthier days. Twenty-twenty happened to us ... what will 2021 bring?

Many of us lost loved ones and suffered ordeals this year.

Because of this, we are different now. More aware. More resilient.

More humble. And many are struggling this year financially and will continue to struggle. People say we’re going to have to learn to do more with less, and perhaps that’s true. At Christmas time — when it’s always about more and more — it’s not a bad idea to ponder how people who don’t have a lot can sometimes be the happiest people of all. Could it be it’s not about the having?

Charles Dickens wrote about a very poor family in A Christmas Carol — the Cratchits. Not only were they in need with eight mouths to feed, but the youngest, Tiny Tim, was limp and prone to illness. Still he was happy; they all were.

“They were not a handsome family,” Dickens wrote. “They were not well dressed; their shoes were far from being water-proof; their clothes were scanty; and Peter might have known, and very likely did, the inside of a pawnbroker’s. But they were happy, grateful, pleased with one another, and contented with the time.”

That secret ... contented with time ... can give us all pause.

Many, many of us have so much that we take for granted. We get irritated so easily, angry with each other (politics), short-tempered ... it’s embarrassing how awful we as a people can be to ourselves and to each other.

Going forward into 2021, with our schools trying hard to remain open, with so many children home and with parents working hard to meet all of the needs around them, let’s step back. Let’s take a note from the Cratchits, a faith-filled loving family who didn’t let life lick’em. Let’s seek out contentment with what we DO have.

Let’s continue to hunker down with our families and friends — the ones we love and the ones who love us — and be thankful.

And grateful. And kind. And considerate. And all of the best parts of ourselves that we were created to be. And kick the ungraceful, vulgar parts of ourselves out the door with 2020. Let’s start anew.

We all deserve the chance to start again. With a little help, Scrooge got to. We all can, too.

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ife Promotions, host of the popular annual Christian music festival called Lifest in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is holding its first Nashville-area annual event at Hideaway Farm, July 29 - 31, 2021. Tickets for Lifest Music City are available now.

This family-friendly festival will take place in Bon Aqua, Tennessee, approximately 45 minutes outside of Nashville proper. This will be the Farm’s first ever music festival and it will benefit Dignity Revolution (a movement supporting mental health and wellness) to Educate and Empower Youth to Stand Up for the Value of Every Person.

“We are very excited to host this experience in Middle Tennessee,” says Bob Lenz, founder and visionary of Life Promotions.

“Lifest is a party with a purpose, and that purpose is to join others in the gospel and

unite with the body of Christ through music,” he adds.

Festival Director, John Dougherty, says Lifest in Oshkosh Wisconsin draws thousands of families each year.

“Lifest has been held in Oshkosh, Wisconsin since 1999 and has brought national Christian musical acts including Newsboys, for KING & COUNTRY, TobyMac and many others. It’s a highly anticipated event for thousands of families throughout the Midwest every year, and we’re thrilled to expand its reach to the Nashville area.”

Camping is available for the duration of the festival, as well as food vendors, marketplace shops, and activities for children.

Artist and ticket information is available on the Facebook page at facebook.com/ LifestMusicCity.

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PARENT NEWS New Drive-through Lights Experience at NASHVILLE FAIRGROUNDS SPEEDWAY

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amotion, an immersive sensory experience production company, presents “Jingle Beat,” a new and safe outdoor holiday sound-and-light experience taking place December 4 - 31 at the Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway in Nashville. Visitors can experience the season by driving through large scale, multi-sensory installations that dance rhythmically to a remix of holiday classics. The Nashville Predators are a partner with Eamotion and Gallagher Staging.

The family-friendly event features timed-entry, zero-contact ticketing and oneticket admission for all passengers in a single vehicle. A two-mile, fixed outdoor course features lasers, a 50-foot pyramid with cascading images created from more than 2000 video panels and 400-foot wide projection mapped surfaces.

“Our goal was to re-imagine a holiday light experience to create an unforgettable, immersive journey that captures the energy and spectacle of a major live production,” says Erik Anderson, CEO of Eamotion.

With the loss of so much live entertainment during the pandemic, Jingle Beat presents an opportunity for many in the local production industry to get back to work, including music, lighting, video, and special effects pros.

The Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway is located at 625 Smith Ave. Tickets for Jingle Beat range from $45 - $60 per vehicle and are available at eamotion.com/jinglebeat.

QUICK BITES • TENNESSEE CENTRAL RAILWAY

diagnostic tests. The FDA-authorized rapid

• CAROLING FOR FANNIE BATTLE is

MUSEUM (TCRM) is holding several

antibody tests are available for $25 and

entirely online this year. Also, for the first

North Pole Express Santa Excursion Train

typically provide results within 15 minutes.

time ever, Fannie Battle is holding an annual

rides from Nashville to Lebanon and back

Research is currently ongoing to determine

Classroom Caroling Competition. Taking

on select Saturdays this month. Ride a

how long antibodies are present following

place on Friday, Dec. 18 from 8:45 - 10 a.m.,

restored classic streamlined stainless steel

infection and if the presence of antibodies

eight classrooms at Fannie Battle Day Home

passenger train with Santa and his elves!

provides protective immunity. For more

for Children will carol via Fannie Battle’s

The 64-mile, two-hour round trip includes

information, visit krogerhealth.com.

Facebook Page. The public is asked to vote

refreshments and souvenirs for sale on

on creativity and enthusiasm with $5 votes.

board the train (outside food is not allowed).

• TOYS FOR TOTS, a program by the Ma-

Tickets are ages 12 and younger $21, Coach

rines that collects new, unwrapped toys to

the 18th, you can still give directly at fan-

Seats $42, Dome Seats $85. Group rates

distribute to less fortunate children at Christ-

niebattle.org.

are available by emailing Terry Bebout at

mas provides a great way to teach children

terry.bebout@rjcorman.com. Reserve your

about giving to others less fortunate. In

• NATIONAL WREATHS ACROSS

ride online for Dec. 5, 12, or 19 (depar-

2019, more than 31,473 toys were distribut-

AMERICA DAY is Saturday, Dec. 19. The

tures at 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.) by going to

ed, supporting 11, 613 kids. To donate a toy

initiative coordinates wreath-laying ceremo-

tcry.org or by calling 615-241-0436. TCRM

this year, look for the Toys for Tots boxes at

nies across the U.S. with the goal of placing

is located at 220 Willow St. in Nashville.

numerous locations. To locate a box, go to

a wreath on every soldier’s grave. There

nashville-tn.toysfortots.org and click on

are more than 1,600 participating locations

“Donate Toys” from the Main Menu.

nationwide, many in Middle Tennessee. As a

• KROGER HEALTH has launched rapid

If you are unable to view the caroling on

antibody testing capabilities across its

way of giving back, your family can sponsor

family of pharmacies. This new ability adds

a wreath for $15. Learn how at and where

to Kroger’s in-clinic and at-home COVID-19

at wreathsacrossamerica.org.

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All of the “firsts” that come with a new baby are a delight for new parents, but this year especially, it’s important to keep everything super low-key.

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ne year, my firstborn arrived on December 17 — it’s a Christmas I’ll never forget.

Not only did I have family coming from out of town, but I struggled with breastfeeding and with trying to make everything perfect at home. Thinking back, I was an exhausted wreck on Christmas. My tips here can help you to enjoy the Christmas season with a baby of any age. It’s a special time when there’s a baby in the house — aim to keep it that way.

Stay Mindful and Calm This is the first and most important tip for holidays with a baby. It’s about YOU and your family. You are learning to experience a holiday together. Make it peaceful. Don’t fuss about dishes, cleaning and baking. Prioritize Baby’s needs and your own and take it easy. Really.

Christmas Gifts Keep it simple, keep it simple, keep it simple.

Babies require very little. One or two ageappropriate new items is plenty, and when it’s time for opening presents, do it slowly, at Baby’s pace.

The money you save on not over-spending on toys can go to essentials you’ll need as Baby gets bigger: clothes for as he grows, diapers, formula — essentials.

Decorations If your baby is reaching and crawling, beware of low-hanging lights and ornaments on your

Christmas tree and other decor. Keep Baby in mind with all of your holiday decorating so that you trim it back; keep special breakable keepsakes in storage this year.

Visitors As COVID-19 cases rise, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends families celebrate by gathering with members of their own households rather than traveling to visit extended family members.

Celebrating the holidays with a baby during a global pandemic is different, but embracing that difference can make it good.

It’s also important to keep your baby safe during his first year because although rare, children under age 1 appear to be at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 than older children, says the CDC. This is likely due to their immature immune systems and smaller airways, which make them more likely to develop breathing issues with respiratory virus infections.

If you or someone in your family has COVID19 or are waiting for test results due to symptoms, wear a cloth face mask and have clean hands when caring for your newborn.

Keep Expectations in Check Christmas, and the holiday season in general, is about memories. Learning to embrace them all, good or bad, will help you to enjoy this time. You’ll soon realize that as your child gets older there’ll be more than one holiday memory

which is far from perfect.

Sickness, tantrums, arguments, chaos, and tears often feature into holiday occasions when there are older children around, and no one is immune. Over time you’ll look back on these memories and realize they are just part of life.

Sometimes they even become an amusing family anecdote. If things get too crazy, don’t hesitate to whisk your baby away into a quieter part of the house and shut the door for just the two of you.

Take Pictures, Shoot Video Opportunities for photos and film will present themselves when you least expect them, so be ready with your phone or video camera at-the-ready.

Read to Baby by the Tree When Baby is content, take him near your tree and read to him. Let him look around and see the tree, feel the moment.

This sensorial experience of closeness with you and the warmth of your tree will mesmerize him.

Gently Dance Put on Christmas music and gently sway with your little one and sing.

He will love this and so will you!

Christmas with a baby is a sweet and remarkable time. Take measures to keep it that way, and develop strong bonding at home, too.

Susan Day is editor of this publication and mom to four great kids.

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Parent Tips if You Have a Newborn • Focus on Peace You are the one with the baby — so when it comes to decorating, get-togethers, shopping, events and outings — you call the shots.

Hang a simple wreath on your door and forgo the lights if that’s all you can manage. It’s OK this year. In general, if you feel you don’t want to do something, don’t. If you want family to come to you rather than you having to pack up and go to them, say so.

• Rules at the Ready Limit relatives for safety sake and for those who do come, be ready with directives. Ask family and friends to call before arriving and to clarify that everyone is healthy. Insist that all healthy people who wish to hold your newborn wash their hands first.

• Feeding Your Infant Newborns feed often during their first weeks of life, practically around the clock. Knowing this, give yourself grace to stay close to your infant and avoid holiday distractions at home.

• Keep Your Newborn Home It’s best to avoid bringing your infant to any store or public gathering during the pandemic.

• Ask for Help If You Need It Having a newborn is exhausting because of lack of sleep and the constant need to be “on call.” Make sure you stay in touch with family and friends who can support you. And if you need help, ask for it.

• Baby Guide Nashville Parent’s Baby Guide is available online. The guide contains a section called “Baby World” which is filled with helpful resources. Access it at Nashvilleparent. com by scrolling down to link up with the Digital Edition.

• New-Parent Videos For new and expecting parents, videos from Nashville Parent’s most recent Baby Fair are available at Nashville Parent’s YouTube page: https://bit. ly/2IWR4LQ featuring experts from Vanderbilt Health, Baby and Company and many more.

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Getting past the doom and gloom of 2020 may not be easy, but we’ve got to try. Moms and dads can create the holiday magic for everyone at home by making the season fun.

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HOLIDAY

Create the Magic Start new traditions and turn the fun up with party games.

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re you all caught up in the hustle and bustle of your online shopping?

Maybe it’s time to look around and refocus to make a little Christmas magic at home for the kids. Here’s how: Advent Calendar Kids want to check the days off until Christmas. All kinds of calendars are available, even if you’re new to this, go ahead and get one and pop it up in the kitchen. Let your kids be the ones to do it every morning, rotating turns. It’s never too late to start a countdown to Christmas!

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Lights Inside, etc.

This is the year to pull out the stops with the decorating. And with kids in the house, let them help! Go to town with stringing lights up and down your staircase, on your mantel and more.

Let the kids use their imaginations to decorate their rooms, too.

Display holiday kids’ books Start a Christmas book collection that you keep in a basket year after year and do nightly readings.

See a Christmas parade Turn to page 39.

See Santa.

Virtual Santas opts are on page 24. Live opts on page 38.

Track Santa with NORAD The government agency North American Aerospace Defense Command has tracked Santa’s progress across the globe for children for more than 50 years.

Find the official site at noradsanta.org and watch video progress of Santa’s flight starting on Christmas Eve. Leave a Magic Santa Key The magic key lets Santa in the front door if you don’t have a fireplace.

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Sprinkle reindeer food in the yard on Christmas Eve Find a recipe and free printable tag to make reindeer food here.

Let the kids bake and decorate cookies for Santa Kids especially love Christmas cut-out cookies and leaving them out for Santa on Christmas Eve. Wrap Santa gifts in special paper & write tags out in squiggly handwriting Kids love seeing the heap from Santa and his funny penmanship!

Family Party Games Get your crew together after dinner each night and enjoy partying together!

CHRISTMAS WRAP UP With each person using only one hand, have everyone try to wrap a Christmas present. Time teams for a fun competition.

HUMAN CHRISTMAS TREE Split your family into teams, with one person from each team as the designated human Christmas tree. Dress that person up like a Christmas tree and judge everyone’s creations at the end.

STOCKING FILL UP This is very similar to the traditional game of egg and spoon.

Instead of an egg, use wrapped candy on a spoon and try to fill up a stocking!

ELF TOSS Have duos stand across from each other and toss a toy elf.

If it’s caught, have them take a step back. Continue until the elf is dropped and only one team remains.

CHRISTMAS 20 QUESTIONS Try to figure out who each person’s character is with this holiday themed version of 20 questions.

LEFT/RIGHT Have everyone stand in a circle with a present. One person stands in the middle and reads a simple story that mentions the words “left” or “right” several times. Everytime they read a directional word, presents are passed in that direction. At the end of the story, everyone opens the present they’re holding.

SANTA LIMBO This non traditional limbo game features a pillow under the shirt of each contestant to make it even harder and more festive.

SECRET SANTA Twist this by having each person in your family present assigned to buy or make a gift for someone else in the group. Do Secret Santa on Christmas Eve at the table!

CLIFFHANGER Using all holiday cards you received, place them on one end of a flat table. Try to blow them to the edge without them falling off. The team with the most cards on the edge wins.

SARAN WRAP Wrap a series of small prizes within a giant ball of saran wrap.

Have each person try to roll doubles with dice. If they do, it’s their turn to try and unwrap the saran ball and get the prizes inside until the next person rolls doubles.

PAIR O’ CAROLERS Have each player pick a carol out of a hat, with two of each song in the hat. Then have everyone hum their song and try to find their match. When they do, they then have to sing the song aloud together for the rest of the party. If they finish the song, they get a prize.

BLINDFOLD CHRISTMAS Blindfold each person and have them try to draw Christmas imagery such as a Christmas tree, stocking, presents, and more.

The winner can either have the most realistic drawing, or the most creative representation.

FAMILY FEUD CHRISTMAS Play a game of family feud themed entirely on Christmas.

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CHRISTMAS CHARADES It’s now time to teach your kids how to play Charades. The fun, classic miming game will delight all ages. Don’t know how?

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HOLIDAY

Live from the North Pole

... it’s Santa!

Ho! Ho! Ho! This year, your Littles can sit on YOUR lap while they visit with Santa Claus. No more struggling for perfect pictures — but you provide the candy cane.

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VIRTUAL SANTA

S

anta sure has magic on his side!

Just when you thought a pandemic would ruin everything, Santa goes online. While seeing Santa in person is still possible in several area locations (see Things to Do on page 38), if your preference is to stay at home, then Santa can come to you. Read on:

JingleRing | jinglering.com Starts at $19.95 for a recorded message and $24.95 for a live call, which is a customized experience for your family. Choose your preference for ethnicity, language (including ASL) and faith so up to five kids can have a special experience with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at home. The price includes a video recording and a photo from the call.

Chatbooks chatbooks.com/free-virtual-santavisit Offers free virtual Santa visits. Book a 10-minute time slot with St. Nick. Chatbooks will also take a photo from the visit and you will have the option to print it as a Christmas card or add it to a Chatbook.

Cameo | cameo.com You know Cameo as the site to get your favorite celebrity to sing for you or wish your friend a happy birthday. Santa has a Cameo too, in fact, there are multiple Santas on Cameo. Order up a shoutout starting at $25.

Sam’s Club samsclub. com/santasession

Santa - The Experience santatheexperience.com Santa - The Experience takes you through five holiday scenes guided by “Elf Pickels” prior to a live five-minute video chat with Santa.

The whole experience takes 12 minutes. The experience is personalized, and you can select an option to add an “Elftastic” package providing a video of your live chat. Packages start at $34.95.

Santa Live! https://www.santalive.live/#!

Virtual meetings with Santa in 8 - 10 minute segments every 15 minutes. Packages start at $49.99. A portion of the fee goes to Pay Away the Layaway, a nonprofit with the mission of inspiring hope and spreading kindness. All collected funds go to layaway purchases.

Santa Claus Virtual Visits santa-claus-virtual-visits.com Schedule a virtual visit with Santa in 15- 30- 45- or 60-minute time slots for respectively, $100, $150, $200 or $250. Rates are based on peak- and off-peak hours.

Create Holiday Magic createholidaymagic.com Live Zoom calls with Santa, holiday gift boxes, photos with Santa pet photos with Santa, video storytime with Santa. All available in packages starting at $99.

A Virtual Visit From the Clauses visitfromtheclauses. com Five- 10- and 30-minute calls with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. See booking cost online.

Sam’s Club offers members the opportunity to book a free fiveminute video visit.

Sessions can be personalized with the option to choose the Santa “that best suits your family.”

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Talk to Santa talktosanta.com Live, interactive video call with Santa Claus. Each live video call is approximately 10 minutes. Prices start at $39.95.

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IS YOUR TODDLER’S LANGUAGE DELAYED? Vanderbilt Kidtalk is looking for families to participate in a virtual study looking at the effects of an online language intervention.

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132 Heritage Park Dr., Ste. 3 • Murfreesboro •

Make Your Own Art Parties and Events Gift Shop Artwork is made from stone, sea glass and recycled glass and is suitable for all skill levels, ages 6 and up. Children and adults welcome.

Walk in or make a reservation in advance.

Party packages and pricing available.

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12 DAYSof

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We’re giving away nearly $3,000 in gifts! Our 12 Days of Giveaways happens via our Facebook page GRAND PRIZE! A TWO-NIGHT STAY FOR starting TUESDAY, DEC. 1.

A FAMILY OF FOUR AT Each day, we’ll post GAYLORD OPRYLAND between 8 a.m.and 2 p.m., RESORT, ADMISSION TO asking a question.

SOUNDWAVES, MOVIE Your answer is your EXHIBIT, ICE TUBING OVER $600 VALUE CHEEKWOOD TPAC PACKAGE entry to our random DUAL INCLUDES (DEC. 1) drawing. We’ll HOUSEHOLD BROADWAYHD announce the MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION, $100 VALUE ‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’ winner that day (DEC. 2) MEAL KITS AND on Facebook.

TICKETS TO 40TH #12Daysof ANNIVERSARY A FULL DAY $200 VALUE Giveaways.

OF PEACE SPA (DEC. 3) PACKAGE AT A MOMENT’S PEACE ADVENTURE ... AND A FEW $385 VALUE SCIENCE CENTER (DEC. 8) STOCKING VOYAGER

STUFFERS, TOO:

• $100 TOWARDS DANCE CLASS TUITION AT DANCE IN BLOOM $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO NASHVILLE 4D BABY ULTRA SOUND *Stocking Stuffers to be given away after Dec. 12

FRIST ART MUSEUM FAMLY MEMBERSHIP $75 VALUE (DEC. 6)

MEMBERSHIP $109 VALUE (DEC. 5)

A SEMESTER OF VIRTUAL CHILDREN’S CLASSES AT SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE BALLET $395 VALUE (DEC. 7)

SPARK ART STUDIO GIFT CARD $105 VALUE (DEC. 10)

NASHVILLE ZOO HOUSEHOLD MEMBERSHIP $140 VALUE (DEC. 4)

DENTAL SUPPLIES FROM DR. RUTH $100 VALUE (DEC. 11)

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COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $100 VALUE (DEC. 9)

2 PASSES TO ANY 3-HOUR ART CAMP AT LITTLE ART HOUSE $90 VALUE (DEC.12)

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DECEMBER

BY MICHAEL W. ALDRICH

THINGS TO DO! MIDDLE TENNESSEE’S AWARD-WINNING EVENT CALENDAR

30 Ongoing Events Things to do carrying over from last month — holiday galore!

32 Daily Events Day-to-day goings on.

38 Santa Sightings!

Where to see him — safely distanced, of course.

Christmas 39 Parades Local festivities.

40 A Christmas Carol Online

TPAC offers free, digital access to Mark Cabus’ filmed one-man show adaptation of the holiday classic starting Dec. 11.

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Ice Skating in 2020

We’ve got you covered this holiday season with a Middle Tennessee roundup of the best in indoor and outdoor family ice skating.

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EDITOR’S PICKS & ONGOING HOLIDAY EVENTS 25 DAYS OF DISCOVERY 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org

Join Discovery Center in Murfreesboro (502 Southeast Broad Street) throughout the month of December and explore special holiday-themed programs and activities for all ages during Mind-Blowing Matinees, Tuesday - Saturday at10 a.m. & 2 p.m. The series of programs includes science demonstrations, crafts and hands-on experiments. Included with admission, free for members.

FREE “A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS” AVAILABLE ON APPLE TV+

“A Charlie Brown Christmas” will be available for free for one weekend, December 11, 12 and 13 on Apple TV+.

FREE BELL BUCKLE OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS fb.me/e/5X93XyWa5

An Old Fashioned Bell Buckle Christmas celebrates the simple goodness of the season in downtown Bell Buckle starting at noon. There will be sleigh rides with Santa, strolling carolers, a s’mores pit and a Pet Parade December 5, 12 and19! Other festivities include the popular Night Market to be held on Friday, December 4th at the downtown pavilion. Shops will be staying open late, and there will be demonstrations, a kids’ movie playing in the pavilion, outdoor games, live music, as well as food booths and crafters.

CHIHULY NIGHTS AT CHEEKWOOD

1200 Forrest Park Drive (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. Though members get in for free during the day, the night event (5 - 10 p.m.) is $13 for adult members/ $9 for youth members and $23 for adult nonmembers/ $17 for youth nonmembers.

CHRISTMAS AT OAKLANDS MANSION (615) 893-0022 oaklandsmansion.org

Usher in the holiday season with an enchanting tour of the historic home and landmark, Oaklands Mansion (900 North Maney Avenue), with special holiday evening openings of the mansion at 5, 6 and 7 p.m on Dec. 11,12,18 and 19. Admission is $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 6-11.

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FREE CHRISTMAS ON THE CUMBERLAND cityofclarksville.com

The City’s free Christmas on the Cumberland event is sure to create lasting memories this holiday season as thousands experience the captivating displays of over one million lights at McGregor Park. Open nightly through January 1, 2021. Hours are 5 - 10 p.m.

Sunday-Thursday; 5 - 11 p.m. FridaySaturday.

FREE DRIVE-THRU LIVE NATIVITY SCENE fb.me/e/3DM5prKeV

Concord Community Church in Brentwood (9826 Concord Rd) invites you to join them for two special nights Dec, 12 and 13 from 6 - 8 p.m. This free event will focus on the story of Christmas.

FREE DRIVE-THRU LIVE NATIVITY fb.me/e/4scr2gFY0

Head to 1646 Sunset Rd in Brentwood with your family and enjoy a live nativity scene Dec. 18, 19 and 20 complete with real animals and thousands of Christmas lights from 6 - 8 p.m. When you drive-in, make sure you tune into our radio station to hear the nativity story from the comfort of your warm vehicle. Radio station info will be available at the event.

FREE FESTIVE CHRISTMAS DRIVE THROUGH 615-794-2103 fb.me/e/gZ0FpjCsK

The City of Franklin Parks Department will host a festive Christmas drive through at Eastern Flank Park (1368 Eastern Flank Circle) on Dec. 4 and 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. Pile in the car and drive through the park to see Christmas Lights, characters and more!

FRANKTOWN FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS 4215 Long Ln FranktownOpenHearts.com

Enjoy the Christmas classics as you drive-thru in the comfort of your own car and enjoy this exhibit featuring thousands of sparkling holiday lights and over 200 light displays.

The holiday light festival takes place nightly through December 26 at the Williamson County Ag Center. Tickets are $25 per car and can be purchased at the gate or in advance. Enter code FTOH for $5 off.

FREE GARTH AND TRISHA LIVE! A HOLIDAY CONCERT EVENT (ONLINE) The superstar couple returns Dec. 20 to CBS for an hourlong show airing at 7:30 p.m. CST; viewers in Nashville can find the program on News Channel 5. Online viewers can stream the program live via CBS All Access. For the special, Brooks and Yearwood perform songs “live by request from their home studio,” a news release said.

GAYLORD OPRYLAND’S A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS

615-889-1000 christmasatgaylordopryland.com

This year, Gaylord debuts the I Love Christmas Movies™ interactive pop-up experience. There’s also annual activities like Letters to Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides and Luminaries of Love.

Kids are sure to love creating gingerbread houses and playing the Merry Snoopy Christmas scavenger hunt. The Oak Ridge Boys serve up this year’s dinner show, and let’s not forget the glow of those 3 million lights! It all happens at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center (2800 Opryland Drive) in Nashville daily through Jan. 3.

HOLIDAY LIGHTS 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org

Come out to Cheekwood (200 Forrest Park Drive) and walk through an illuminated winter wonderland with one mile of lights, real reindeer, s’mores pits and cash bars with seasonal drinks and hot toddies. Hours are 5 - 10 p.m. nightly through Jan. 10, 2021. Admission is $22 for adults and $17 ages 3 - 17 ($5 discount for members).

FREE SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR 615-459-4884 rclstn.org

Come out to the Scholastic Book Fair at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road West) for 50% off all merchandise Dec. 8 through Dec. 15, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Social distancing practices will be observed.

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JOSH GROBAN FIRST-EVER HOLIDAY CONCERT (ONLINE) joshgroban.com/ livestream

Join Josh Goban for his first-ever holiday concert Saturday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. via livestream on his website. Tickets start at $30.

THINGS TO DO MICHAEL W. SMITH AT THE RYMAN (615) 889-3060 ryman.com

Come out to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on Dec. 18 for this one-night only event, featuring Michael W. Smith. During Michael’s career, he’s been honored with three Grammy Awards, 45 Dove Awards, an American Music Award and has sold more than 15 million albums.

Tickets start at $89.

HPAC PRESENTS ‘A CHRISTMAS STORY’ (615) 826-6037 hpactn.com info@hpactn.com

(615) 244-9001 tcry.org/train-rides

The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company presents A Christmas Story November 27 through December 13. Performances will be held on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. For more information or to purchase your tickets, please visit our website at hpactn.com or call our box office at 615-826-6037. Social Distancing will apply and seats around you are automatically blocked at the time of your purchase.

THE MURFREESBORO CHRISTMAS VILLAGE 615-956-7413 ridenourmusic.com

Join Ridenour Rehearsal Studios (1203 Park Avenue) for The Murfreesboro Christmas Village on Dec. 6, 12 and 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The frist three Sudays in December will be filled with local arts & craft vendors, live music, food trucks and family fun! Admission is $5 per person (Free for kids 12 & under) and parking is $10 per vehicle.

FREE NASHVILLE’S NUTCRACKER: TELEVISED PREMIERE nashvilleballet.com

TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA LIVE IN CONCERT (ONLINE)

NORTH POLE EXPRESS WITH SANTA

Nashville Ballet will present a free televised premiere of Nashville’s Nutcracker Friday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. The fulllength, televised perfor mance, which will feature an introduction and narra tion by former Tennessee Titan Eddie George, will replace the previously scheduled in-theater production at TPAC’s Jackson Hall. To tune in, watch on NewsChannel 5.

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Come ride on a restored classic streamlined stainless steel passenger train with Santa and his Elves at Tennessee Central Railway Museum in Nashville (220 Willow Street) the first three Saturdays in December: 5, 12 and 19. Rides depart at 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Bring your cameras for some great photo opportunities! Don’t forget to visit the local shops at Watertown.

Admission is $32 for regular seats and $21 for children under 12.

THE OAK RIDGE BOYS “CHRISTMAS IN TENNESSEE” DINNER SHOW 2800 Opryland Drive (615) 889-1000 tickets.gaylordopryland.com

Grammy Award-winning and Country Music Hall of Fame members The Oak Ridge Boys will celebrate the holiday season at home this year with a 25 consecutive-day residency as part of Gaylord Opryland’s 38th annual A Country Christmas event. The Dinner Show will be nightly from 6-8 p.m. through Dec. 25 and feature a holiday meal followed by the band performing Christmas classics. Admission is $99.99 per adult, $39.99 per child (411) and children 3 and under are free.

WINTERFEST 2020

The Fountains at Gateway 1500 Medical Center Parkway

Winterfest is back for another season at Fountains at Gateway in Murfreesboro for family ice skating. Normal hours are Nov. 20 through Dec. 19: Wednesdays and Thursday from 4 - 8p.m., Fridays from 4 - 10 p.m., Saturdays from 12- 10 p.m. and Sundays from 1 - 8 p.m. Holiday hours are Dec. 20 through Jan. 4: Sunday Thursday from 12 - 9 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 12 - 10 p.m. Admission is $15 for 13 and up, $12 for kids 4-12 and kids 3 and under are free.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra will deliver its holiday performance, “Christmas Eve and Other Stories Live In Concert,” virtually on Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. Tickets for the show, which will originate from Nashville without an in-person audience, are $30. Can’t tune in to the livestream? No worries. It can be streamed on-demand through midnight Dec. 20.

WINTER CAMPOLOGY: ANIMAL COMPANIONS (615) 890-2300 explorethedc.org

During this 3-day camp Dec. 21-23, get up close and personal with Discovery Center’s animal residents. Bring your camper to the Discovery Center for a week of pet-care projects and learning about our friends in the animal kingdom. At the end of the week, campers will receive a Pet Patch. Cost is $150 for nonmembers; $135 for members.

ZOO-NIVERSITY FOR AT-HOME STUDENTS (ONLINE) (615) 833-1534 nashvillezoo.org

Designed for kids in grades K-8, this experience features a 30-minute live Zoom class, a supply crate for an activity we’ll do during the class and a virtual meet-up during the month.

These afternoon classes take place Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. and will explore daily life at the Zoo through engaging activities, experiments, animal guests, and more! Admission is $35 per class (members save $5).

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DAILY EVENTS TUE 01 ART WITH ANYTHING AT DISCOVERY CENTER

615-890-2300 explorethedc.org/artistinresidence Get your hands dirty and take home projects and materials each week at Discovery Center in Murfreesboro.

Classes are included with admission ($8) at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., with open studio hours from noon to 3 p.m.

Activities vary weekly and may include outdoor exploration and foraging or creating indoors in Studio 615.

FREE CHAPTER 1 TUESDAYS (ONLINE) facebook.com/NPLInglewood

Every Tuesday at 11 a.m. on the Inglewood Branch Library Facebook page, Mr. Andrew reads the first chapter of a teen novel.

FREE CRAFTY CORNER (ONLINE)

615-862-5861 facebook.com/pg/NPLEdgehill

Join Miss Jessica as she shows how to make fun crafts for ages 6-10.

FREE GIVING TUESDAY

Whether it be donating money to a charitable cause or volunteering, Giving Tuesday is a day set to benefit the community.

FREE HEALTH INSURANCE ENROLLMENT HELP (ONLINE) 866-475-7879 getcoveredtenn.org

Get free, personal assistance with health insurance sign-up during the Marketplace open enrollment period, Nov 1 – Dec 15, by phone or video conference, sponsored by Nashville Public Library.

FREE MUSIC PRODUCTION: BRING SONGS TO LIFE (ONLINE) southernword.org/events

Presented by Southern Word and Nashville Public Library on Tuesdays at 3 p.m. through Dec. 8, participants will meet individually or in groups with music mentor to discuss goals for their production. Open to ages 13-18.

Reserve your personal virtual session, email gabriela@southernword.org.

FREE HENDERSONVILLE HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE SHOPPING EXPERIENCE 615-824-6528 hendersonvillechamber.com/events Join the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce for an afternoon of holiday shopping from 1 - 6 p.m. located in the Glass Room at the Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club (550 Johnny Cash Parkway, Hendersonville). Help support local boutiques at #LOVELOCAL.

FREE PLAY LIKE A GIRL YOGA CLUB (ONLINE)

FREE TEEN TIME AT BORDEAUX LIBRARY (ONLINE)

In this online course led by Abby Blair of Inner Light Yoga, middle school (grades 5-8) girls will learn yoga.

Women of all ages are welcome to join this weekly virtual class from 3 - 4 p.m.

Zoom link provided upon registration.

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

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615-862-5856 facebook.com/NPLBordeaux

FREE SNOWFLAKE SOCIAL AT LINEBAUGH

FREE THE JOY OF READING (ONLINE)

Linebaugh Public Library in Murfreesboro will be hosting a socially distanced program for all ages at 105 W Vine St from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. There will be games, crafts, prizes and more.

Discuss the magic of reading aloud and practice developing narrative skills through dialogic reading. Register to receive the link to the Zoom meeting.

Email bringingbookstolife@nashville. gov for more information.

615-893-4131 rclstn.org

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FREE STORY TIME AT THE PROFESSOR’S HOUSE (ONLINE)

FREE YARN LOVE MURFREESBORO

Join the Professor, Cedric the Dragon and J.J. the Lamb on line Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. for songs, juggling, puppets and special guests!

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

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

Join Miss Kristi on the Green Hills Library Facebook page at 10 a.m. for fun songs and movements for children 2-7.

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

WED 02 A PERFECTLY IMPERFECT NIGHT AT THE MOVIES margoprice.net

Country Music artist Margo Price will host the screening of a concert film shot live at Ryman Auditorium, called Perfectly Imperfect at the Ryman, at Watertown’s Stardust Drive-In (310 Purple Tiger Dr). The event is billed as ‘A Perfectly Imperfect Night at the Movies’ and, per drive-in tradition, it’s a double feature. The accompanying picture is the 2019 doc Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 2, and tickets are available now for $20 via Eventbrite. Mas Tacos Por Favor will be offering food and Grimey’s will be onhand selling vinyl copies of the album.

FREE GET UP AND GO (ONLINE)

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Join Katie as she leads gentle stretches or yoga poses weekly at 11 a.m. on the Hadley Park Facebook page.

HOLIDAY CARDS WITH HATCH SHOW PRINT (ONLINE) countrymusichalloffame.org

Clarksville’s Christmas on the Cumberland event is free and features captivating displays of more than 1 million lights at McGregor Park. Visit with Santa and drink hot chocolate on Dec. 12 and 19 from 6 - 8 p.m.

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Students learn about the letterpress printing process, from initial sketches to the final pass through the press.

Then, students become graphic designers as they create their own holiday card, inspired by the look and feel of Hatch Show Print. Admission is $10; museum members are free.

THINGS TO DO MAKER MASTERS 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org

Participate in a maker challenge and solve the problem while learning about STEAM at Discovery Center (502 Southeast Broad Street) every Wednesday afternoon at 3 p.m. Price is $5 per participant, with admission.

FREE PANEL DISCUSSION: COMIC BOOK CLUB (ONLINE) jeremy.estes@nashville.gov

Marvel vs. DC? Fantagraphics vs.

Drawn and Quarterly? Join Nashville Public Library online for this comics book club at 12 p.m. Contact jeremy. estes@nashville.gov to participate.

FREE RAPTOR RHAPSODY AT WILDERNESS STATION 615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov

Here is your chance to get up close and personal with a live bird of prey and learn about these master predators of the sky from 4 - 6 p.m. at Wilderness Station (697 Veterans Parkway). Presentations and photo opportunities next to live birds throughout the day.

FREE SIR ANDREW’S AWESOME AFTERNOON STORYTIME (ONLINE)

615-862-5866 facebook.com/NPLInglewood

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., the storytime magician Mr. Andrew brings the wonder of storytime to your living room on Inglewood’s Facebook page.

FREE WORKINGS OF A WISHING CHAIR (ONLINE) bit.ly/WCP_FBlive

A weekly multi-episode documentary that chronicles the work of Nashville Public Library’s resident puppet troupe, Wishing Chair Productions, every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. on the NPL Youtube.

ZOOTOTS-TO-YOU: A TOWER OF GIRAFFE (ONLINE) nashvillezoo.org

Recommended for tots ages 2-5, these live virtual programs will introduce you to some of your favorite Nashville Zoo animals and include an e-packet with pictures, craft templates and activities for more at-home learning fun. Classes are 30 minutes long, $10 and are available at 9 and 10 a.m.

THU 03 FREE OLD HICKORY’S FAMILY STORY TIME (ONLINE) facebook.com/NPLOldHickoryBranch

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

Jingle Beat is a new drive-through experience opening at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway December 4-31.

Ticket prices are $45-$60 per vehicle and are available online at eamotion.com/jinglebeat.

CASTING CROWNS AT THE RYMAN 615-889-3060 ryman.com

CENTER

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Casting Crowns will perform at Ryman Auditorium (116 5th Avenue North) for the first time this December. In-person tickets are on sale now starting at $89, livestream tickets are available for $20.

Step into the Discovery Center’s STEAM Lab every Thursday afternoon at 3 p.m. to explore all aspects of STEAM. Activities change weekly; and advance registration is required. Price is $10 per participant with admission.

LUCINDA WILLIAMS LIVESTREAM SERIES (ONLINE)

FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE)

Join singer/songwriter Lucinda Williams at City Winery Nashville at 7 p.m. for a musical journey spanning time and multiple genres. Livestream tickets start at $20.

Join BalancED for Renewed’s free community yoga program online each week at 6:30 p.m. Classes will be held via Zoom. Email timothy.allman@ nashville.gov for instructions on how to join the class.

615-324-1010 citywinery.com

FREE NATIONAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING (ONLINE) thenationaltree.org

The 98th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony will be a virtual event due to the coronavirus pandemic. The lighting and holiday performances will take place on Dec. 3 and, rather than the typical live audience, anyone can watch a livestream of the event online.

SHAKE, RATTLE, & ROLL AT DISCOVERY CENTER

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

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

Actors Bridge Ensemble hosts a weekly Script Reading Book Club at 6 p.m.

Sign up on Actors Bridge Ensemble’s Facebook page and you’ll receive the Zoom link and instructions.

ZOOTOTS-TO-YOU: A TOWER OF GIRAFFE (ONLINE) nashvillezoo.org

Learn all about music in this fun and engaging program designed for early learners at Discovery Center in Murfreesboro (502 Southeast Broad Street). Classes start at 9:30 a.m. and include making your own instruments.

Recommended for tots ages 2-5, these live virtual programs will introduce you to some of your favorite Nashville Zoo animals and include an e-packet with pictures, craft templates and activities for more at-home learning fun. Classes are 30 minutes long, $10 and are available at 9 and 10 a.m.

STEAM AHEAD AT DISCOVERY

FREE STORYTIME WITH MISS

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LISA (ONLINE)

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

FREE TAI CHI WARM-UP (ONLINE)

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Join Madison Library’s Ann Hargis on Zoom to learn the basics of Yang-style Tai Chi Chuan Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. Find the Zoom link online.

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 and discussions at 1 p.m.

FREE WISHING CHAIR PRESENTS LIBRARY PETE (ONLINE)

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Your friend, Library Pete, brings a variety of games, original songs and puppets to the Nashville Public Librry Youtube page every Thursday at noon.

FREE TVA KIDS ENERGY WORKSHOPS (ONLINE)

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TVA and your local power company are excited to offer a series of free, virtual workshops that will help your children become energy heroes. Classes are at 10 a.m. and watch links are online.

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THINGS TO DO FREE KIDS CREATE (ONLINE)

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Join Thompson Lane Branch Library on Facebook every Friday at 4:30 p.m. for a fun activity done from the comforts of home. For grades K-6.

WEEKEND IN THE WETLANDS 502 SE Broad St. 615-890-2300

Get a guided walk from Discovery Center staff from 3 - 4 p.m., explore the lily-pad pond and meet a wetland animal. Recommended for children Pre-K – 3rd grade and price is $5.

SAT 05 AN EARLY TENNESSEE CHRISTMAS AT CRAGFONT 615-452-7070 historiccastaliansprings.org

Explore the traditions, sights and smells of Christmas through the ages at Cragfont State Historic Site (200 Cragfont Rd) this holiday season from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission is $12/ for ages 16 & up, $8 for ages 7 to 16 and children 6 & under are free.

Phillips Toy Mart, Nashville’s oldest toy store, is still standing the test of time. Not only can you find cool new toys, but you can also find old ones from your childhood. It’s all about the experience!

FRI 04 FREE NATIONAL COOKIE DAY Get ready to refill your cookie jar.

TODDLER TIME WITH THOMAS 2310 Memorial Blvd 615-895-5040

This $3 class at 10 a.m. at Sports*Com focuses on cognitive skills.

CASTING CROWNS AT THE RYMAN ryman.com

Casting Crowns will perform at Ryman Auditorium (116 5th Avenue North).

In-person tickets are on sale at $89, livestream tickets are available for $20.

FREE COOKING CLUB (ONLINE) 615-862-5868 facebook.com/NPLMadison

Join Ms. Brittany every Friday at 10 a.m. on the Madison Branch Library Facebook page for a simple recipe each week that you can follow along.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME

urbanairtrampolinepark.com/locations/tennessee/nashville Bring in your toddlers and preschoolers to Urban Air Adventure Park in NE Nashville from 10 a.m. to noon.

Admission is $7.99 plus tax per child; and parents play free. The park is opened up just for the little ones and their parents. They can jump, bounce, and crawl around safely.

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FREE GENTLE FLOW YOGA (ONLINE)

See local singer/songwriter Maren Morris livestream from Brooklyn Bowl Nashville at 8 p.m. Get livestream access on FANS for $25.

Breathe and stretch with Small World Yoga in this virtual, gentle flow class every Friday at 10 a.m. This is a beginner-friendly class; register and find the the Zoom link online.

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FREE EAST NASHVILLE NIGHT MARKET FALL eastnashvillemarket.com

Pick up unique gifts and jewelry from local, handmade vendors and listen to live music from 5 - 9 p.m. on the edge of East Nashville (400 Davidson St).

FREE EDGEHILL’S EXCELLENT STORYTIME (ONLINE) 615-862-5861 facebook.com/NPLEdgehill

Join Miss Jessica at 10 a.m. on the Edgehill Library’s Facebook page. For ages 2-5, but all are welcome.

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE AT THE PALACE THEATRE 615-452-5692 fb.me/e/1lIdzAAEI

Come out to The Palace Theatre in Gallatin (146 North Water Avenue) to see the classic film. Visit with Santa before the movie, which starts at 7 p.m. Admission is $5.

FREE FEEL GOOD FRIDAY (ONLINE)

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Miss Terri shares stories for kids that leave them feeling happy Fridays at 2 p.m. on the Green Hills Library Facebook.

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PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT AT NASHVILLE GYMNASTICS

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Drop your kids off at Nashville Gymnastics Training Center (104 Centennial Circle) for a fun-filled evening. They provide your kids with 3.5 hours of gymnastics, activities, games and food from 6:30 - 10 p.m. Admission is $25 for first child; and $20 for siblings.

FREE TENNESSEE STORYTIME (ONLINE) tnmuseum.org/kids

For parents and caregivers with young children (ages 3-6), Tennessee State Museum invites you to storyimes posted on the Museum’s website under TSM Kids every Friday at 10 a.m.

FREE THE WRITE TIME WORKSHOP (ONLINE)

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This poetry, spoken word and creative writing class through Nashville Public Library is designed for grades 5 - 8 or ages 10 - 14 and happen weekly at 2 p.m. Register through email at Gabriela@southernword.org.

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FREE COMMANDO CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR fb.me/e/1GZahyVuz

Come out to Hendersonville High School (123 Cherokee Road) for boutiques, handmade crafts and food at the Commando Craft Fair from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., sponsored by the HHS wrestling team.

FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS 615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov

Join Murfreesboro’s Wilderness Station (697 Veterans Parkway) at 1:30 p.m. for a short program introducing you to one of its education animals.

ELF AT THE PALACE THEATRE 615-452-5692 fb.me/e/1U75yLxNF

Come out to The Palace Theatre in Gallatin (146 North Water Avenue) for Elf and a visit with Santa before the movie! Doors open at 2 p.m., admission is $5, and it starts at 3 p.m.

FREE LEGO CLUB

615-824-0656 youseemore.com/hendersonville Have fun building with LEGO blocks at Hendersonville Public Library (140 Saundersville Road) at 1 p.m.

FREE EXPLORE THE ELECTRIC GUITAR: JOHNNY CASH STYLE (ONLINE) countrymusichalloffame.org

Join the Country Music Hall of Fame via Zoom to explore the guitar style of Johnny Cash starting at 10:30 a.m.

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THINGS TO DO FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET

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The freshest and healthiest in farm to table produce, Franklin Farmer’s Market supplies local produce every Saturday at The Factory from 8 a.m. - 12 noon.

GRAND OLE OPRY: DEL MCCOURY, SISTER SADIE, RICKY SKAGGS 800-733-6779 opry.com

Come out to the show that made country music famous every Saturday night. This Saturday night is Del McCoury, Sister Sadie and Ricky Skaggs at 7 p.m. If you can’t join them in person, you can tune in to the livestream one-hour show at 8 p.m. on Circle television, Dish Network, and Sling TV.

JOHN SCHNEIDER DRIVE-IN CONCERT johnschneiderstudios.com

Country artist/actor John Schneider is hosting a drive-in concert at the Drive-In in Sparta (220 Roberts Matthews Highway) at 6 p.m. In addition, attendees will be offerred an exclusive screening of Schneider’s new movie Stand On It. Admission is $25 per person.

LIVE FROM THE WEST SIDE: VANESSA WILLIAMS (ONLINE) 615-782-4040 tpac.org

TPAC is joining a select group of arts organizations across the country in presenting a virtual concert, Live from the West Side: Women of Broadway, featuring critically acclaimed actress and singer Vanessa Williams on December 5. Livestream access is $30 and available at tpac.org.

FREE NOLENSVILLE WINTER FARMERS MARKET

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Located at Mill Creek Church of Christ, 7260 Nolensville Rd., shop for fresh produce and handmade gifts every Saturday from 10 a.m. until noon.

FREE THOMPSON’S STATION HOLIDAY MARKET

615-538-6113 visitcolumbiatn.com/event/thompsons-station-holiday-market/1318 Celebrate the holidays with small businesses from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located at Homestead Manor in Thompson’s Station (4683 Columbia Pike), you won’t want to miss this event featuring hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind gifts made by local residents.

FREE YOU BELONG AT BELLEVUE STORYTIME WITH MS. KATIE SUE (ONLINE) facebook.com/pg/NPLBellevue

Each Monday that we are staying safer at home, check out the Bellevue Library Branch Facebook page for a mini storytime for the little ones at 10 a.m.

For ages 2 - 5, but all are welcome.

ZOOTOTS-TO-YOU: A TOWER OF GIRAFFE (ONLINE) nashvillezoo.org

Recommended for tots ages 2-5, this live virtual programs will introduce you to your favorite Nashville Zoo animals.

Classes are 30 minutes long and are available at 9 and 10 a.m. on most dates listed.

SUN 06 FREE FLEA MARKET SUNDAYS AT PLAZA MARIACHI 615-373-9292 plazamariachi.com

Come to Flea Market Sundays at Plaza Mariachi (3955 Nolensville Pike) to find great deals on fruits and vegetables, new and used clothing, furniture, home items, tools, new and used shoes and toys from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

‘PETE THE CAT’ RED CARPET PREMIERE (ONLINE) nashvillechildrenstheatre.org

The oldest professional theater for young audiences will be premiering its taped Pete the Cat production from 5 to 6:30 p.m. CT with a live red-carpet component hosted by NCT’s Executive Artistic Director Ernie Nolan. During this 90th anniversary celebration, guests will be able to participate in a live, digital auction and text-to-donate capabilities will be available. Streaming of Pete the Cat starts at $50, with special add-ons available. For tickets, visit nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.

FREE TENNESSEE TITANS VS. CLEVELAND BROWNS stadiumnashville.org

The Titans will take on the Cleveland Browns at LP Field in Nashville, with kickoff scheduled for 12 p.m. CT.

MON 07 FREE CRAFT CLIPS (ONLINE)

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Check in on Ms. Jocelyn’s Craft Clip for detailed instructions on making adorable creations every Monday at 11 a.m. on the Hadley Park Branch library Facebook page.

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Shop for hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind gifts made by locals at Thompson Station’s Homestead Manor on Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Santa Sightings FREE PHOTOS IN SANTA’S SLEIGH AT THE LOVELESS CAFE

FREE MERRY MUSIC VALLEY CHRISTMAS

Bring a donation of canned goods or a new toy for a child in need to the Loveless Cafe (8400 Highway 100) on Dec. 2, 3 and 5 and recieve free family photos in Santa’s sleigh with a professional photographer from 4 - 7 p.m.

Enjoy hot cocoa, sidewalk vendors, live music, kids crafting stations and more on Dec. 12 at Music Valley Village (2416 Music Valley Drive) in Nashville from 6 - 9 p.m. Shop locally owned stores for unique offerings and get your last minute holiday shopping done. There will be socially distant photos with Santa, too.

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FREE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT NASHVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET 615-880-2001 nashvillefarmersmarket.org

Share your wishes and take photos with Santa Dec. 5 and 19 from 9 - 11 a.m. inside the Market House at Nashville Farmers’ Market (900 Rosa L Parks Boulevard).

FREE PICTURES WITH SANTA visitcolumbiatn.com

Bring your children to Historic Elm Springs in Columbia (740 Mooresville Pike) on Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a free photo session with Santa. Photos will be emailed to you free of charge, brought to you in conjunction with the Maury Christmas Historic Home Tour.

HIKE TO SANTA IN GALLATIN (615) 425-3706 tnstateparks.com/parks/

Come out to Bledsoe Creek State Park in Gallatin (400 Zieglers Fort Road) on Dec. 5 and 19 at 10 a.m. for an easy hike to Santa! Cookies and cocoa will be offered to help you warm up. Price is $7 per child and $3 per adult (13+).

FREE MORNING WITH SANTA AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY (615) 371-0090 fb.me/e/5C4wFNBgP

Santa Clause is coming to Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road) on Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. 12 p.m. He’ll be in the parking lot to greet the children as each car passes by. All attendees will stay in their cars, and elves will be on-site to gather each child’s letter to Santa.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT AQUARIUM RESTAURANT 615-514-3474 aquariumrestaurants.com

Mail your letter to Santa at Aquarium Restaurant (516 Opry Mills Drive) on Dec. 12 and 20. Keep a close eye on the aquarium tank, you may see him swimming with the fish from 9 - 11 a.m.

Reservations required by calling 615-514-3474.

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Bring your family and friends for professional quality photos with Santa at Rivergate Mall (1000 Rivergate Parkway) from Dec. 12 through Dec. 24. Online holiday packages are available as well through Dec. 25; and can be scheduled in fifteen-minute increments. For more information, visit rivergate-mall.com/events/santaarrives-dec-12th/.

SANTA AT OPRY MILLS MALL simonsanta.com

Simon is pleased to announce a safe and socially distanced Santa visit for families as part of the Simon Santa Photo Experience at Opry Mills. Santa will be available at Opry Mills Mall (433 Opry Mills Dr) for socially distanced visits daily through Dec. 24. Make reservations online. Santa and his helpers will be wearing masks throughout the duration of each visit.

SANTA AT COOL SPRINGS GALLERIA coolspringsgalleria.com

You’ll find Santa and his team of elves at Center Court on the lower level of Cool Springs Galleria (1800 Galleria Blvd) through Dec. 24. Visits will be contactless, with families sitting six feet away to ensure proper social distancing. All guests must schedule their visit with Santa using the convenient online reservation platform.

SANTA’S WONDERLAND AT BASS PRO SHOP basspro.com/santa

Enjoy the Magic of Christmas in a safe way at Bass Pro Shop in Opry Mills Mall through Dec. 24. The “Contactless Claus” visit entails a Magic Santa Shield in place between Santa and families at all times. Reservations and temperature screenings are required prior to entering.

Call 615-514-5200 or visit basspro.com/santa for the complete Santa’s Wonderland hours and activities.

CLICK WITH OL’ SAINT NICK IN MURFREESBORO WhereIsSanta.com

This holiday season Santa is visiting Stones River Town Centre (1720 Old Fort Pkwy) to meet children and families through Dec. 24. To plan your visit with Santa and review the steps being taken this year based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, visit WhereIsSanta.com

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NASHVILLE CHRISTMAS PARADE (ONLINE)

PORTLAND CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL & PARADE

While we are not able to be together in downtown Nashville this year for the traditional parade on Broadway, join Nashvillians on Dec. 5 at 9 a.m. for special performances and appearances on WKRN, Nashville’s News 2.

There will be inspirational patient stories, sponsor spotlights and a walk down memory lane with highlights from past parades.

Activities include a visit with Santa, cookie decorating, crafts, and live music on Dec. 5. The City of Portland tree lighting will start at 5 p.m. followed by the parade at 5:30 p.m. The parade will start at Freedom Drive and end at Portland East Middle School.

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LA VERGNE’S PARADE OF LIGHTS 615-793-3224 LaVergneTN.gov

La Vergne’s Parade of Lights will be Dec. 5 at 6 p.m., starting at Veterans Memorial Park, continuing down Murfreesboro Road and ending at City Hall. Following the parade there will be a tree lighting ceremony, fireworks, and music by the La Vergne High School Choraliers. There will also be treats and hot chocolate and rumor has it that Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a special appearance to talk to all the little boys and girls about their Christmas lists.

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LEBANON CHRISTMAS PARADE (615) 444-5503 lebanonwilsonchamber.com

Lebanon’s annual Christmas Parade will travel through Lebanon’s historic square (149 Public Square) on Dec. 6 and feature floats, balloons, bands and more from 2 - 5 p.m.

HENDERSONVILLE CHRISTMAS PARADE 615-517-5714 hendersonvilleparks.org

The theme for this year’s Hendersonville Christmas Parade on Dec. 6 is “It’s A Charlie Brown Christmas”. Smile and wave as your family enjoys marching bands, horse-drawn floatsand more from local families, businesses and community organizations.

“A THRILL OF HOPE” GALLATIN CHRISTMAS PARADE 615-451-5961 fb.me/e/fgcXv08hA

The parade starts at noon on Dec. 12 from Steam Plant Road to Hartsville Pike, down Main Street, Down Broadway and ending at the Gallatin High School. It can be watched anywhere along the parade route. If you want to get an up-close and personal view, watch from the Gallatin Public Square or the old Miracle Ford parking lot next to CVS. For additional information, contact Kim at kim@ gallatintn.org.

MT. JULIET CHRISTMAS PARADE

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The theme for this year’s parade is Hometown Heroes with Grand Marshal Zach Atwood, representing all first responders!The parade kicks off at 11 a.m. on Dec. 12 at 1075 Charlie Daniels Parkway.

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Local Actor Portrays All Roles in One-Man A Christmas Carol Free access to this holiday gift is from Tennessee Performing Arts Center

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ne man. One stage. Six cameras. 18 different characters.

We’ve all seen a version of Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol — but not like this.

TPAC Education teams up with veteran Nashville actor Mark Cabus for this one-man show filmed in TPAC’s Polk Theater. The best part? Not only will the film be available to schools for digital access through Dec. 18, TPAC is giving it away for free to whoever wants it, starting Dec. 11 through Dec. 31.

Using Dicken’s original text, Cabus’ critically acclaimed adaptation has been performed for more than 20 years to thousands of students and adults.

“Mark Cabus is an innovator, so as soon as things started happening this year, his was the first project that popped in my mind. I figured, if anyone could do this, he could,” says Roberta Ciuffo-West, executive vice president of education at Tennessee Performing Arts Center. “It works so well because the intimacy of being with Mark as he plays 18 different parts — you feel a part of the story.”

Cabus says it makes sense he performs this year to cameras instead of a live audience — something he had to adjust to.

“It’s a little different. There’s no audience, and of course the crew doesn’t clap for me,” Cabus jokes. “Here you have 1,200 empty seats, and I’m just playing to six cameras that are three feet away from me. It’s a very odd, yet satisfying mix of theater, film and television.”

Cabus enjoyed filming for a few reasons: Dec. 12 marks his 50th Anniversary as a professional actor, and Polk Theater was

the first Nashville stage he ever performed on when he was with Nashville Repertory Theatre during its second season.

Cabus says A Christmas Carol is all about the story.

“I think the reason A Christmas Carol is universal and so beloved is because it speaks to our time. It transcends period; it doesn’t necessarily have to be Victorian,” Cabus says.

“I’m very moved by the fact TPAC Education was willing to do this and hang their hat on a project this ambitious.”

And the story’s message couldn’t come at a better time, according to Cabus.

“The beautiful message of this story is that there is always hope, whether it’s for a better day or better perspective,” he explains. “It doesn’t matter how deep the hole is. I mean, this story starts in a grave, and it’s a large and arduous journey for Scrooge. But in the end, if he’s willing to listen, he’s willing to change his mind. There’s hope — the chance of things turning around. We just have to keep pushing forward, because all nights eventually come to an end.”

So should we be expecting to see more filmed staged performances with the pandemic continuing?

“I know virtual work will never replace live theater, but it’s definitely opened up our eyes to this new possibility,” Ciuffo-West says. “If families have suggestions, desires or questions, we are so happy to hear from them directly.”

As of today, TPAC’s Season for Young People has over 18,000 students registered to view A Christmas Carol. The public can register for the public access of A Christmas Carol starting Dec. 4 on TPAC’s website. Those who have registered will receive the information to access and view the performance on Dec. 11.

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This year, participants will be shopping for their assigned child and delivering their gifts to the schools rather than taking the children shopping. Shoppers will shop at the Hendersonville Walmart on December 7 or 8 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. To volunteer to sponsor a child, visit christmas4kids.org.

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Meet at the Wilderness Station in Murfreesboro (697 Veterans Parkway) for this popular natural wreath-making program at 6 p.m. For ages 10 and up, the price $15 per wreath; registration is required by calling 615-217-3017.

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Leave the ghosts of 2020 behind while TPAC serves up some holiday classics with this chef demonstration inspired

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From the comfort of your kitchen, join Chef Matt Bell of Gray & Dudley at 7 p.m. for an interactive cooking class featuring recipes for a three-course feast and an optional cocktail pairing.

The virtual event is free, but meal kits are available for purchase. Reservations for this free virtual event will close at 5 p.m. on December 5.

This year, participants will be shopping for their assigned child and delivering their gifts to the schools rather than taking the children shopping.

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

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THINGSTO TODO DO THINGS FREE PLAY LIKE A GIRL YOGA CLUB (ONLINE) innerlightyoganashville.com

In this online course led by Abby Blair of Inner Light Yoga, middle school (grades 5-8) girls will learn yoga.

Women of all ages are welcome to join this weekly virtual class from 3 - 4 p.m.

Zoom link provided upon registration.

WED 09 MAKER MASTERS 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org

Participate in a maker challenge and solve the problem while learning about STEAM at Discovery Center (502 Southeast Broad Street) every Wednesday afternoon at 3 p.m. Price is $5 per participant, with admission.

FREE RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE 615-579-8163 redcross.org

The Franklin Lions Club is sponsoring a Blood Drive with the Nashville Red Cross at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Avenue) from 12 - 6 p.m. For more information, contact Charlene Kimmel at 615-579-8163.

FREE SIR ANDREW’S AWESOME AFTERNOON STORYTIME (ONLINE)

615-862-5866 facebook.com/NPLInglewood

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., the storytime magician Mr. Andrew brings the wonder of storytime to your living room on Inglewood’s Facebook page.

FREE WORKINGS OF A WISHING CHAIR (ONLINE) bit.ly/WCP_FBlive

A weekly multi-episode documentary that chronicles the work of Nashville Public Library’s resident puppet troupe, Wishing Chair Productions, every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. on the NPL Youtube.

FREE SOUNDCHECK NASHVILLE DRIVE-THRU TOY DRIVE fb.me/e/1Er0RPG5G

Bring new and unwrapped toys to drop off between 3 - 7 p.m. at Soundcheck Nashville (750 Cowan Street). With beverages, cookies, music, lights and lots of Christmas cheer, this won’t be your average toy drive drop off. Bring a toy early or on the day of and be entered into a raffle to win prizes.

SMOOTH HOUND SMITH AT MUSIC CITY WINE GARDEN 615-324-1010 citywinery.com

Relax at Music City Wine Garden (609 Lafayette Street) with live music from Smooth Hound Smith. Tickets are $15.

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FREE STORYTIME WITH MISS LISA (ONLINE) facebook.com/NPLMadison

FREE HANUKKAH BEGINS

Join Miss Lisa weekly on the Madison Library Facebook page for fun stories at 10 a.m.

FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE)

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

Join BalancED for Renewed’s free community yoga program online each week at 6:30 p.m. held via Zoom.

Email timothy.allman@nashville.gov for instructions on how to join the class.

FREE CARRIE COOKS GLUTENFREE (ONLINE) facebook.com/NPLInglewood

Join Carrie Woods at 12 p.m. on the Inglewood Library Facebook page as she shares some of her favorite recipes and tips for cooking gluten-free.

Dec 10 will be Eggnog Casserole.

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

Actors Bridge Ensemble hosts a weekly Script Reading Book Club at 6 p.m. Sign up on Facebook for Zoom link and instructions.

FREE WISHING CHAIR PRESENTS LIBRARY PETE (ONLINE)

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Your friend, Library Pete, brings a variety of games, original songs and puppets to the Nashville Public Librry Youtube page every Thursday at noon.

STEAM AHEAD AT DISCOVERY CENTER 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org

Step into the Discovery Center’s STEAM Lab every Thursday afternoon at 3 p.m. to explore all aspects of STEAM. Activities change weekly; and advance registration is required. Price is $10 per participant with admission.

SHAKE, RATTLE, & ROLL AT DISCOVERY CENTER 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org

Learn all about music in this engaging program designed for early learners at Discovery Center in Murfreesboro (502 Southeast Broad Street). Classes start at 9:30 a.m. and will include making your own instruments.

FRI 11 FREE “A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS” AVAILABLE ON APPLE TV+

“A Charlie Brown Christmas” will be available for free Dec. 11,12 and 13 on Apple TV+.

FREE CASUAL COOKING CLUB (ONLINE) facebook.com/NPLBordeaux

Join Ms. Glynis and Ms. Shelly at 12 p.m. on the Bordeaux Library Facebook to cook some delicious recipes.

FREE COOKING CLUB (ONLINE) 615-862-5868 facebook.com/NPLMadison

Join Ms. Brittany every Friday at 10 a.m. on the Madison Branch Library Facebook page for a simple recipe each week that you can follow along.

FREE EAST NASHVILLE NIGHT MARKET FALL eastnashvillemarket.com

The East Nashville Night Market is a fun monthly market at night on the edge of East Nashville from 5 - 9 p.m. at 400 Davidson St.

FREE TENNESSEE STORYTIME (ONLINE) tnmuseum.org/kids

For parents and caregivers with young children (ages 3-6), Tennessee State Museum invites you to storyimes posted on the Museum’s website under TSM Kids every Friday at 10 a.m.

FREE GENTLE FLOW YOGA (ONLINE) 615-862-5871

Breathe and stretch with Small World Yoga in this virtual, gentle flow class every Friday at 10 a.m.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME

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Bring in your toddlers and preschoolers to Urban Air Adventure Park in Nashville from 10 a.m. to noon. Admission is $7.99 plus tax per child; and parents play free. The park is opened up just for the little ones and their parents.

FREE TAI CHI WARM-UP (ONLINE)

FREE KIDS CREATE (ONLINE)

Join Madison Library’s Ann Hargis on Zoom to learn the basics of Yang-style Tai Chi Chuan Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. Find the Zoom link online.

Join Thompson Lane Branch Library on Facebook every Friday at 4:30 p.m. for a fun activity done from the comforts of home. For grades K-6.

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TODDLER TIME WITH THOMAS

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This $3 class is at Sports*Com in Murfreesboro at 10 a.m.

FREE FEEL GOOD FRIDAY (ONLINE) facebook.com/ GreenHillsLib

Miss Terri shares stories for kids that leave them feeling happy Fridays at 2 p.m. on the Green Hills Branch Library Facebook page.

WHAT’S UP NIGHT HIKES

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Join Murfreesboo Parks & Rec at 6 p.m. (697 Veterans Parkway) for discovery under the night sky. Admission is $3 per person or $10 per family.

Reservations are required by calling 615-217-3017.

WEEKEND IN THE WETLANDS 502 SE Broad St. 615-890-2300

Get a guided walk from Discovery Center staff from 3 - 4 p.m., explore the lily-pad pond and meet a wetland animal. Price is $5 per participant.

SAT 12 FREE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org

Stop by Discovery Center (502 Southeast Broad Street) for a FREE day of learning about holidays all over the world. Learn how to celebrate Boxing Day, the Solstice and more!

A 19TH CENTURY CHRISTMAS

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THINGS TO DO FREE STORY TIME AT THE PROFESSOR’S HOUSE (ONLINE) 615-862-5800

Join the Professor, Cedric the Dragon and J.J. the Lamb Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. for songs and puppets.

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 and discussions at 1 p.m.

FREE YARN LOVE MURFREESBORO

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

A casual group of yarn enthusiasts 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.

WED 16 FREE GET UP AND GO (ONLINE)

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Experience Chad’s Winter Wonderland in Lebanon from 6 - 10 p.m. nightly through Dec. 31, featuring 2.8 million lights, live animals and a drive-through nativity scene. Admission is $20 per car load.

Join Katie as she leads you through stretches or yoga poses weekly at 11 a.m. on the Hadley Park Facebook.

FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

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Join Murfreesboro’s Wilderness Station (697 Veterans Parkway) at 1:30 p.m. for a short program introducing you to one of its education animals.

FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET factoryatfranklin.com 230 Franklin Road

Franklin Farmer’s Market supplies local produce every Saturday at The Factory from 8 a.m. - 12 noon.

GRAND OLE OPRY: SCOTTY MCCREERY, BRETT YOUNG, CHRIS YOUNG 800-733-6779 opry.com

Come out to the show that made country music famous Saturday night with Scotty McCreery, Brett Young and Chris Young. If you can’t join in-person, you can tune in to the Opry livestream beginning at 8 p.m. on Circle television, Dish Network, and Sling TV.

FREE HOLIDAY HOEDOWN (ONLINE) 615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

Create your own snowman-themed banjo ornament using recycled materials, inspired by iconic banjos. Recommended for ages four and up.

FREE HENDERSONVILLE CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE Drakes Creek Park 120 East Main Street

The Hendersonville “Deck the Hulls” Christmas Boat Parade is great for all ages. Located in Drakes Creek at Mallard Point Park next to Creekwood Marina and viewable from Sanders Ferry Park, the boats depart at 5 p.m. and the parade starts at 5:30 p.m.

FREE NOLENSVILLE WINTER FARMERS MARKET

615-967-6765 facebook.com/nolensvillefarmersmarket

Located at Mill Creek Church of Christ, 7260 Nolensville Rd., every Saturday starting Nov. 7 through April 24 from 10 a.m. until noon.

SUN 13 TENNESSEE TITANS VS. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS titansonline.com

Cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs.

Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field, kickoff is at noon.

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Check out Ms. Jocelyn’s clips for detailed instructions on making adorable creations weekly at 11 a.m. on the Hadley Park Branch library Facebook.

FREE STORYTIME WITH THE FRIST (ONLINE) fristartmuseum.org

Enjoy Frist Art Museum’s trilingual readings of Little Red written and illustrated by Bethan Woollvin, shared in English and Spanish and interpreted in ASL.

TUE 15 ART WITH ANYTHING AT DISCOVERY CENTER

615-890-2300 explorethedc.org/artistinresidence Get your hands dirty, unleash your inner artist and take home projects and materials each week. Classes are included with admission ($8) at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., with open studio hours from noon to 3 p.m.

FREE CRAFTY CORNER (ONLINE)

615-862-5861 facebook.com/pg/NPLEdgehill

MON 14 FREE NATIONAL FREE SHIPPING DAY Shop ’til you drop online.

FREE CRAFT CLIPS (ONLINE)

All ages. Online, Nashville. 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Join Miss Jessica as she demonstrates how to make fun and simple crafts. For ages 6-10.

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615-890-2300 explorethedc.org

Participate in a maker challenge and solve the problem while learning about STEAM at Discovery Center (502 Southeast Broad Street) every Wednesday afternoon at 3 p.m. Price is $5 per participant, with admission.

FREE RAPTOR RHAPSODY AT WILDERNESS STATION 615-217-3017 murfreesborotn.gov

Here is your chance to get up close with a live bird of prey from 4 - 6 p.m. at Wilderness Station (697 Veterans Parkway). Presentations on live birds throughout the day.

FREE SIR ANDREW’S AWESOME AFTERNOON STORYTIME (ONLINE)

615-862-5866 facebook.com/NPLInglewood

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., the storytime magician Mr. Andrew brings the wonder of storytime to your living room on Inglewood’s Facebook page.

FREE WORKINGS OF A WISHING CHAIR (ONLINE) bit.ly/WCP_FBlive

A weekly multi-episode documentary that chronicles the work of Nashville Public Library’s resident puppet troupe.

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LUCINDA WILLIAMS LIVESTREAM SERIES (ONLINE)

Recommended for tots ages 2-5, this live virtual programs will introduce you to your favorite Nashville Zoo animals.

Classes are 30 minutes long and are available at 9 and 10 a.m. on most dates listed.

Join singer/songwriter Lucinda Williams at City Winery Nashville at 7 p.m. for a musical journey spanning time and multiple genres. Livestream tickets start at $20.

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THU 17 FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE)

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Join BalancED for Renewed’s free community yoga program each week at 6:30 p.m. Classes will be held via Zoom. Email timothy.allman@nashville. gov on how to join the class.

JIMMIE ALLEN AT THE RYMAN 615-889-3060 ryman.com

Tune in to this Ryman concert featuring Jimmie Allen live from the Ryman. Reserve your livestream spot for $9.99, or experience the show in the pews with in-person tickets starting at $49.

FREE TAI CHI WARM-UP (ONLINE)

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Join Madison Library’s Ann Hargis on Zoom to learn the basics of Yang-style Tai Chi Chuan Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. Find the Zoom link online.

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

Actors Bridge Ensemble hosts a weekly Script Reading Book Club at 6 p.m. Sign up on Facebook for Zoom link and instructions.

STEAM AHEAD AT DISCOVERY CENTER 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org

Step into the Discovery Center’s STEAM Lab every Thursday afternoon at 3 p.m. to explore all aspects of STEAM. Activities change weekly; and advance registration is required. Price is $10 per participant with admission.

WINTER CONCERT 2020 LIVE IN TECHNICOLOR (DRIVE IN MOVIE) 615-818-7358 thetheaterbug.org

Come out to the Field at Franklin (1810 Columbia Ave) for Theater Bug Winter Concert: Live in Technicolor at 7 p.m.

This year will be a drive-in movie event to screen a pre-recorded concert performed by The Theater Bug, which features 45 performers performing a mix of pop, musical theater, original music, comedy and dance. Admission is $35 per vehicle; registration is required.

ZOOTOTS-TO-YOU: A PANDEMONIUM OF PARROTS (ONLINE) nashvillezoo.org

Recommended for tots ages 2-5, this live virtual programs will introduce you to your favorite Nashville Zoo animals.

Classes are 30 minutes long and are available at 9 and 10 a.m. on most dates listed.

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A COLONY HOUSE CHRISTMAS AT MUSIC CITY WINE GARDEN

Learn all about music in this fun and engaging program designed for early learners at Discovery Center in Murfreesboro (502 Southeast Broad Street). Classes are at 9:30 a.m. and include making your own instruments.

Relax in Music City Wine Garden’s tented lounge with great live music by Colony House at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $30.

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FREE COOKING CLUB (ONLINE) 615-862-5868 facebook.com/NPLMadison

Join Ms. Brittany every Friday at 10 a.m. on the Madison Branch Library Facebook page for a simple recipe each week that you can follow along.

FREE TENNESSEE STORYTIME (ONLINE) tnmuseum.org/kids

For parents and caregivers with young children (ages 3-6), Tennessee State Museum invites you to storyimes posted on the Museum’s website under TSM Kids every Friday at 10 a.m.

FREE NIGHT MARKET

615-880-2001 nashvillefarmersmarket.org

Night Market occurs on the third Friday of every month, from 5 - 9 p.m. at 900 Rosa L Parks Boulevard. With the onset of cooler temperatures, Night Market moves inside the Market House from November to March.

WEEKEND IN THE WETLANDS 502 SE Broad St. 615-890-2300

Get a guided walk from Discovery Center staff from 3 - 4 p.m., explore the lily-pad pond and meet a wetland animal. Price is $5 per participant.

Don’t miss Nashville Ballet’s televised premiere of ‘Nashville’s Nutcracker’ on Friday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. on NewsChannel 5.

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FREE FEEL GOOD FRIDAY (ONLINE) facebook.com/ GreenHillsLib

Miss Terri shares stories for kids that leave them feeling happy Fridays at 2 p.m. on the Green Hills Branch Library Facebook page.

TODDLER TIME WITH THOMAS

2310 Memorial Blvd 615-895-5040

This $3 class is at Sports Com in Murfreesboro at 10 a.m.

FREE GENTLE FLOW YOGA (ONLINE) 615-862-5871

Breathe and stretch with Small World Yoga in this virtual, gentle flow class every Friday at 10 a.m.Register and find the the Zoom link online.

FREE CASUAL COOKING CLUB (ONLINE) facebook.com/NPLBordeaux

Join Ms. Glynis and Ms. Shelly at 12 p.m. on the Bordeaux Library Facebook to cook some delicious recipes.

SAT 19 FREE THE GRINCH MOVIE AT THE PALACE THEATRE 615-452-5692 fb.me/e/3IfawQVXB

Two Showings at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. at The Palace Theatre (146 North Water Avenue) in Gallatin. Wear your best Christmas attire for a Santa visit and keepsake gift. Tickets are $10 and are available online.

A COLONY HOUSE CHRISTMAS AT MUSIC CITY WINE GARDEN 615-324-1010 citywinery.com

Relax in Music City Wine Garden’s tented lounge with great live music by Colony House at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $30.

AN EARLY TENNESSEE CHRISTMAS AT CRAGFONT 615-452-7070 historiccastaliansprings.org

Explore the traditions, sights and smells of Christmas through the ages at Cragfont State Historic Site (200 Cragfont Rd) this holiday season from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission is $12/ for ages 16 & up, $8 for ages 7 to 16 and children 6 & under are free.

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Ice Skate With Family CENTENNIAL SPORTSPLEX 615-862-8480 222 25th Ave N, Nashville Hours: Mon - Thurs 5 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Fri 5 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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BELLEVUE 615-744-6640 7638 B Hwy 70 S Hours: Open daily 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Admission: $10

Hours: Nov. 20 through Dec. 19: Wed and Thurs 4 8p.m., Fri 4 - 10 p.m., Sat 12- 10 p.m. and Sun 1 - 8 p.m.

Dec. 20 through Jan. 4: Sun - Thurs 12 - 9 p.m. and Fri - Sat 12 - 10 p.m.

Admission: $15 for ages 13 and over, $12 for kids ages 4-12 and kids 3 and under are free. Admission includes tax, skate rentals and 90 minutes on the ice.

GAYLORD OPRYLAND 615-889-1000 2800 Opryland Dr, Nashville Enjoy a day or evening under the stars by going on a yuletide glide at Gaylord Opryland’s 9,000 squarefoot outdoor skating rink made with real ice.

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ART WITH ANYTHING AT DISCOVERY CENTER

FREE CHRISTMAS DAY

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Get your hands dirty, unleash your inner artist and take home projects and materials each week. Classes are included with admission ($8) at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., with open studio hours from noon to 3 p.m.

FREE CRAFTY CORNER (ONLINE)

615-862-5861 facebook.com/pg/NPLEdgehill

All ages. Online, Nashville. 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Join Miss Jessica as she demonstrates how to make fun and simple crafts. For ages 6-10.

WED 23 As if a new Christmas album and movie weren’t enough, Dolly Parton recently donated $1 million to coronavirus vaccine research.

FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET

FREE WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA

Franklin Farmer’s Market is an “Essential Business” supplying local produce every Saturday at The Factory from 8 a.m. - 12 noon.

Come to Stones River National Battlefield for its eighth year in this growing effort to honor the sacrifices of veterans. The Stones River National Battlefield visitor center is located at 3501 Old Nashville Highway in Murfreesboro. Enter the park at at 1563 North Thompson Lane.

factoryatfranklin.com 230 Franklin Road

FREE CRAFT SATURDAY: LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS GIFTS (ONLINE) facebook.com/NPLInglewood

615-893-9501 fb.me/e/1L8Zxt3EK

For teens and adults, enjoy a virtual craft session on the Inglewood Library Facebook page at 2 p.m. for inspiration on last minute gift ideas.

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FREE HOLIDAY HOEDOWN (ONLINE)

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Create your own snowman-themed banjo ornament using recycled materials, inspired by iconic banjos. Recommended for ages four and up.

FREE NOLENSVILLE WINTER FARMERS MARKET

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Located at Mill Creek Church of Christ, 7260 Nolensville Rd., every Saturday starting Nov. 7 through April 24 from 10 a.m. until noon.

WINTER SOLSTICE GHOST HUNT 810 S Water Ave

Join the Historic Rose Mont in Gallatin at 5 p.m. for a fun night of ghost hunting in an internationally-known haunted site. No equiptment needed, but you’re welcome to bring your own.

FREE NASA YOUTUBE LIVE EVENT

Hear about NASA’s past, present and future plans to explore space.Take part in a YouTube Live event with an interactive live chat feature.

TENNESSEE TITANS VS. DETROIT LIONS titansonline.com

Cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs.

Detroit Lions at Nissan Stadium.

FREE GET UP AND GO (ONLINE)

facebook.com/pg/NPLHadleyPark Join Katie as she leads you through stretches or yoga poses weekly at 11 a.m. on the Hadley Park Facebook.

FREE SIR ANDREW’S AWESOME AFTERNOON STORYTIME (ONLINE)

615-862-5866 facebook.com/NPLInglewood

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., the storytime magician Mr. Andrew brings the wonder of storytime to your living room on Inglewood’s Facebook page.

FREE WORKINGS OF A WISHING CHAIR (ONLINE) bit.ly/WCP_FBlive

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

SAT 26 FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET factoryatfranklin.com 230 Franklin Road

Franklin Farmer’s Market supplies local produce at The Factory 8 a.m. - noon.

GRAND OLE OPRY: KEB’ MO’ AND RIDERS IN THE SKY 800-733-6779 opry.com

Stepping into the Circle this Saturday night is Keb’ Mo’ and Riders In The Sky. If you can’t join inperson, you can tune in to the Opry livestream one-hour show every Saturday night beginning at 8 p.m. on Circle television, Dish Network, and Sling TV.

FREE NOLENSVILLE WINTER FARMERS MARKET

615-967-6765 facebook.com/nolensvillefarmersmarket Located at Mill Creek Church of Christ, 7260 Nolensville Rd., every Saturday starting Nov. 7 through April 24 from 10 a.m. until noon.

A weekly multi-episode documentary that chronicles the work of Nashville Public Library’s resident puppet troupe, Wishing Chair Productions, every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. on the NPL Youtube.

THU 24 FREE CHRISTMAS EVE FREE CARRIE COOKS GLUTENFREE (ONLINE) facebook.com/NPLInglewood

MON 21 FREE WINTER SOLSTICE

Join Carrie Woods at 12 p.m. on the Inglewood Library Facebook page as she shares some of her favorite recipes and tips for cooking gluten-free.

Dec 24 will be Philly Cheesesteak Casserole.

FREE CRAFT CLIPS (ONLINE)

FREE STORYTIME WITH MISS LISA (ONLINE)

The Winter Solstice marks the day with the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year.

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Check out Ms. Jocelyn’s clips for detailed instructions on making adorable creations weekly at 11 a.m. on the Hadley Park Branch library Facebook.

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

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THINGS TO DO SUN 27 TENNESSEE TITANS VS. GREEN BAY PACKERS titansonline.com

Cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs.

Green Bay Packers at Lambeua Field.

Kickoff is at 7:20 p.m.

MON 28 MARSHMALLOW HIKES 615-370-4672 owlshill.org/events

How does a nice hike in the winter woods followed by hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows sound? Come to Owl’s Hill in Brentwood (545 Beech Creek Rd) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Dec. 28, 29, 30 and 31.

TUE 29 ART WITH ANYTHING AT DISCOVERY CENTER

615-890-2300 explorethedc.org/artistinresidence Get your hands dirty and take home projects and materials each week at Discovery Center in Murfreesboro.

Classes are included with admission ($8) at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., with open studio hours from noon to 3 p.m.

Activities vary weekly and may include outdoor exploration and foraging or creating indoors in Studio 615.

FREE CHAPTER 1 TUESDAYS (ONLINE)

FREE CRAFTY CORNER (ONLINE)

OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW AT THE RYMAN

Every Tuesday at 11 a.m. on the Inglewood Branch Library Facebook page, Mr. Andrew reads the first chapter of a teen novel.

Join Miss Jessica as she shows how to make fun crafts for ages 6-10.

Come out to Ryman Auditorium for this two-night, New Years special feautring Old Crow Medicine Show.

Tickets start at $39.50.

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FREE IN THE KITCHEN WITH LINDSEY (ONLINE) 615-862-5871

On the last Tuesday of every month, Lindsey Patrick-Wright cooks up recipes that are available in Nashville Public Library’s digital collection of eBooks at 2 p.m. on the NPL YouTube.

This program is geared for adults, but is family-friendly.

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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) at 1 p.m.

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Come to Owl’s Hill in Brentwood (545 Beech Creek Rd) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Dec. 28, 29, 30 and 31.

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Join Katie leading you through gentle stretches or yoga poses weekly at 11 a.m. on the Hadley Park Facebook.

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How does a nice hike in the winter woods followed by hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows sound? Come to Owl’s Hill in Brentwood (545 Beech Creek Rd) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Dec. 28, 29, 30 and 31.

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Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., the storytime magician Mr. Andrew brings the magic to Inglewood’s Facebook page.

FREE WORKINGS OF A WISHING CHAIR (ONLINE) bit.ly/WCP_FBlive

A weekly multi-episode documentary that chronicles the work of Nashville Public Library’s resident puppet troupe.

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

FREE WISHING CHAIR PRESENTS LIBRARY PETE (ONLINE)

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Your friend, Library Pete, brings a variety of games, original songs and puppets to the Nashville Public Librry Youtube page every Thursday at noon.

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Come to Owl’s Hill in Brentwood (545 Beech Creek Rd) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Dec. 28, 29, 30 and 31.

LUCINDA WILLIAMS LIVESTREAM SERIES (ONLINE) 615-324-1010 citywinery.com

Join singer/songwriter Lucinda Williams at City Winery Nashville at 7 p.m. for a musical journey spanning time and multiple genres. Livestream tickets start at $20.

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Come out to Ryman Auditorium for this two-night, New Years special feautring Old Crow Medicine Show.

Tickets start at $39.50.

Old Crow Medicine Show performs at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium for two nights, Dec. 30 and 31.

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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!

ATA MARTIAL ARTS

1724 Carothers Pkwy, Brentwood 615-370-7027 | atanashville.com

At ATA Martial Arts we offer classes for kids of all ages and adults. Our popular classes include Tiny Tigers (ages 3 - 6), Karate for Kids and our adult classes for moms and dads. We offer safe CDC compliant in-person classes, zoom classes and open gym training. Our lead instructor, Albert Lee, is a 6th degree blackbelt, ATA certified instructor with 20+ years of martial arts teaching experience.

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.

BLUESPRIG

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Changing the world for children with Autism, we provide the very best and most compassionate ABA therapy service to the families and children we serve. We aren’t the norm, we never settle for OK and our track record with children on the spectrum is second to none. We love what we do and we bring that passion with us every day.

COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM

222 5th Ave. S, Nashville 615-416-2001 | countrymusichalloffame.org

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum now offers activity folders for its young visitors. Free with any ticket purchase, the folder is filled with fun activities and surprises designed for youth 18 and under.

A scavenger hunt to use as kids and families explore the museum and an activity guide focused on the museum’s Outlaws & Armadillos: Country’s Roaring ‘70s exhibition are among the items included.

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!

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.

EARLY LEARNING CORNER

Serving Williamson County 615-538-5354 | earlylearningcorner.com

Early Learning Corner provides support for families that are searching to bridge the gap between traditional early intervention services and their everyday lives. Services include in-home therapy, daycare/preschool support and training, small group intervention and consultation with all caregivers for preschool-aged students and younger.

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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.

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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 empirically-based 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.

LET THERE BE ROCK NASHVILLE

9695 Lebanon Road #330, Mt. Juliet 301-401-0927 | ltbrsnashville.com

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

NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE

25 Middleton St., Nashville 615-254-9103 | nashvillect.org

We offer a variety of fun, engaging drama classes throughout the school year, including fall and spring break camps, for ages 4 - 18. Drama school classes take place Saturdays, Tuesdays and Thursdays during the school year.

NATIONAL DANCE CLUBS (NDC)

5714 C Edmondson Pike, Brentwood | 615-277-1155 209 S. Royal Oaks Blvd., Ste. 124, Franklin | 615-861-1142 710 Memorial Blvd., Ste. 122, Murfreesboro | 615-849-1155 nationaldanceclubs.com

At NDC, we aim to provide the highest quality service to our staff and students as they experience the best ballroom has to offer; as we believe excellence is expected. We offer family and kids classes at all of our locations. It is our desire to make learning ballroom dancing a positive and enriching experience.

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. SPARK: AN ART STUDIO

213 Franklin Road, Ste. 110, Brentwood 615-483-9847 | sparkartbrentwood.com

Spark: An Art Studio is a walk-in, make-your-own-art studio. Artwork is made with glass and mosaic tile on canvas or wood. We are the perfect place to relax and have fun.

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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.

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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 non-competitive way.

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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

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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.

SUMMER CAMP PREVIEW CAMP JULIETTE LOW

321 Camp Juliette Low Road, Cloudland, GA 770-428-1062 | cjl.org

Platform tents, outdoor adventure, traditional camping, fun and friendship. Located on Lookout Mountain, Camp Juliette Low is an independent, residential summer camp for girls ages 7 - 17 that fosters self-confidence, independence, teamwork and leadership. One- and two-week sessions. Preparing girls for confident living and leadership since 1922.

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!

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