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omin’ clean: You may not remember, but I do. It was me. It was me who said it to my husband one evening, fretting about my son’s math homework that I didn’t understand. I was tired; it had been a long day.

I said, “I think if I’d have been a stay-at-home mom I’d have had more time for his math.”

I was stating something that felt true to me, a working mom who is often over done by the time I’ve washed the dishes, but who insists on checking homework, too. Only sometimes it gets away from me. Who’s perfect?

There have been days when it hasn’t gotten done.

Because we run a relatively robust Facebook page with lots of involved local parents — mostly moms — piping in and keeping us on our toes, I decided to post my thought ... only I didn’t want to say it was me ... because I felt that awkward feeling ... that “Oh, you shouldn’t say that” PC thing that makes you shut your mouth or parse words to find an approved way of saying what you mean. Individual censorship. I never mean to offend — does anyone? Seems these days they do.

Maybe I was wrong to say “stay-at-home.” Maybe I should have said, “I think if I wasn’t a working mom I’d have more

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time for his math,” but whatever. I posted what I posted and soon as I did the mud started flying. Moms posting, “Shame on you!” and moms posting, “This is exactly the kind of post I hate!” and moms posting, “I work AND I have time for my kids’ homework,” and many others.

I really wanted to fire back, but like I tell my kids, “DO UNTO OTHERS AS YOU WOULD HAVE THEM DO UNTO YOU.” The Golden Rule. Where did it go in these ongoing Mommy Wars?

So I can’t help but think what a mean world we’re in right now. Meanwhile, I love moms. Moms make the world go ’round. All kinds of moms no matter where or who they are. I think about all that I do every day, and I know that other moms are doing just as much or more to raise their children right. We make it happen, no doubt about it.

But you know, a mom can get awfully comfy by herself, snuggled up to her smartphone, cruising her feeds, deeming “likes,” or taking away “likes,” pushing back or leaning in.

While I love technology — sharing photos, connecting, having conversations — I love more the way moms behaved before it took over. We weren’t so quick to voice our opinions — kind or crass — to just anyone, anywhere.

I like the idea of empathizing with what each other is going through. Used to be if someone judged you it happened behind your back. Now it’s all out there in the open like a rude, smart-alecky, misbehaving child. It’s unhelpful and snarky.

Let’s make motherhood a warm, welcoming sisterhood again. Let’s help each other raise good kids and strengthen our bonds rather than fray them. Our mom lives together should be a safe haven and not one where you have to run for cover for fear of being shamed.

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POST of the Month: Boyhood editor note ...

Anti-vaxxers & the measles outbreak THE POST: So the term is “antivaxxers,” and suddenly it’s everywhere with a lot of blame if you are one.

But the measles outbreak could have come from a child in need of a measles booster shot as much as a child who wasn’t vaccinated. Things happen, people. Share your thoughts.

“We have peanut-free zones at school due to child allergies. I would like quarantine zones for anti-vaxxers. If I can’t send my kid to school with peanut butter, you shouldn’t be able to send yours to school without vaccination of preventable diseases!”

Justin Crowder “If your child is vaccinated what harm will an unvaccinated child do to your child? I think this is a crazy argument against freedom of choice and for more control by the government.”

Jennifer Burchfield “We have vaccinated, but the thought of letting the government deeper into our health care is slightly scary. After all, tobacco was once deemed safe as well as mercury dental fillings, this med, that med, agent orange, aspartame, and on and on. The FDA said so ...”

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Dear Editor, “Whatever happened to Ebola?!

It was the scare of the decade and now poof ... we never hear it mentioned in the mainstream media. Maybe this is another fear inducing distraction from other serious issues at hand.”

Elizabeth Eckman “Exactly. It’s fear mongering at its finest. The government is really good at distraction and sitting back watching the reaction.”

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I loved the movie Boyhood because I thought it captured it perfectly.

You argue (in “Editor’s

“As with any major issue, do your research and know your sources (making sure they’re reliable).

Educated people make educated decisions, and the rest of them blindly follow the ‘norm.’ It might even be helpful to have just a pinch of apprehension when it comes to whole-heartedly believing EVERYTHING the government ‘approves’ or ‘recommends.’”

Jo Zeferino “What if the virus mutated even slightly? I doubt a vaccinated child would be any more protected than a non-vaccinated child.”

Carrie Freeland

heartbreakingly real scene ... you both “thought there would be more.”

Lindsay Mihalcik

Note,” February 2015: “What Boyhood SHOULD Be”) that the movie was about a harmed, dreary and passionless life. I would argue that Mason’s life was full of passion and even though there were bleak spots, he had a pretty normal childhood. He rode bikes, played with friends,

“I don’t see a problem with selective vaccination or delayed vaccination, but I do have a problem with people who do not educate themselves with the pros and cons of both sides and people who blatantly expose sick kids to the public because they can’t be inconvenienced. Everybody wants to say vaccines are just money makers, as if there is no money to be made in ‘all natural and holistic.’”

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agree on comes in her last

went camping with his dad.

His dad took him to a baseball game and played with him.

Mason is a good kid and I think, a happy one. He’s a little

Dear Editor, Thank you for your Boyhood review in Nashville Parent magazine. Like you, I was excited to see the movie, but I found it quite depressing. I’m glad I’m not the only one who feels like that. I am a mother of two young boys, and I hope their lives greatly differ from the character in the movie.

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That ooey-gooey chew toy — yuck! What do you do about your kids play things?

It’s simple, I don’t!

Honestly, I don’t. LOL. #immunebuilding Nikki Williams-Northern

Rotate clean toys out with the dirty ones.

We clean our toys once a week. The ones we clean we put up for two weeks and set out different toys, so we just rotate. No one has gotten sick yet (fingers crossed).

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Germs help build their immunity.

Use laundry bags or dishwasher to clean them.

I clean toys only when I can really see a bunch of yuck on them. My kids are 10, 9 and 5 and have only been sick a handful of times combined.

It builds their immune system.

(Sorry, doctors.)

When my kids were small, I would put Legos and small toys in lingerie bags and put them in the washing machine. Some bigger toys I’d put in the dishwasher and turn off the high heat dry setting.

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Don’t clean them unless there’s been an illness or someone else got icky germs on them.

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Names & Nicknames.

You’ve carefully chosen your child’s name. Now there’s a nickname or everyone incorrectly pronounces your child’s name. What do you do?

Not a big fan of nicknames, but the kids like them.

I’m not the biggest fan of my kids’ nicknames, but I think they like them. It feels personal to them. My daughter’s entire softball team calls her Rea (short for Reaghan) and she seems to like it.

Being called the wrong name is just something your child will have to get used to (I know from experience), and you can’t rescue them from that.

The child should be taught the confidence to respectfully correct people about their name, but also be taught understanding. It’s just a simple mistake and shouldn’t be taken personally.

Chalice Fraser

18 march 2015

Gently bring it up at school.

If someone’s constantly mispronouncing a name, I’d just gently bring it up next time I was at the school. No big deal. Teachers are human, and sometimes kids’ names have unusual pronunciations. As for a nickname, that naturally happens sometimes. If my kids are happy, then I’m happy — but then, both my kids have names that make nicknaming difficult.

Alison Windsor Owen

them one thing and calling them something else. Whenever someone calls her Sophia, she tells them, “It’s Soph-ie, not Sophie-uh.” LOL. Whitley Lauren Hill

Just deal with it.

We deal with it. I have a Seamus. Traditional, but very uncommon here. My son is proud and gets really excited when he meets another Seamus or someone who is familiar with the name.

Kathy Stout

Don’t name your child one thing and then call him by another.

Try to settle on a name that’s easy.

I have the opposite problem.

My daughter’s name is Sophie.

I named her that because I liked it, but don’t like Sophia.

Plus, I’m not a fan of naming

I have loved the name Anna (pronounced like in the movie Frozen) way before the movie came out. I kept fighting with my inner love as I knew if I

named her that she would always be called Ann-a in school. So, I forgo that name.

Kind of sad, but I didn’t want her to always be correcting people. There’s so much that goes into naming a child. It seems easy until you have to do it.

Karen Adams

It’s all part of having a unique name.

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By Susan Swindell Day

Vaccinate. Period.

In 1998, a British doctor published an article in a distinguished medical journal based upon a study that included only 12 children. The doctor’s claim? Vaccines cause autism. Only it’s not true. They don’t.

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n May 2014, five cases of measles were reported in Tennessee: in Madison, Gibson, Hardeman, Hamilton and Shelby counties — yet those cases hardly made a blip on our local radar. According to the Tennessee Department of Health, it was the first time measles had been reported here in three years. Deemed eradicated from the United States in 2000, occasional outbreaks can and do occur when people traveling overseas return and spread it among the unvaccinated. Anne Schuchat, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, told reporters recently that with regard to the Disneyland outbreak of late, “we assume someone got infected overseas, visited the parks and spread the disease to others.”

Perhaps because of the Disney’s cachet the outbreak took on national proportions, rekindling the vaccination debate among experts and parents. Some “Anti-Vaxxers” still hold fast to the idea that vaccines cause disorders — like autism.

“It is widely accepted by the medical community that there is NO higher incidence of autism spectrum disorders among children who have been vaccinated than among children who have not,” says Elizabeth Burgos, M.D., a board certified family physician with Vanderbilt

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“We have been blessed in this country with access to vaccines that other countries only dream of,” Burgos says. “Children across the world are dying from measles and we must not let it resurge here in the United States when it is preventable,” she adds.

While Tennessee hasn’t reported any cases thus far, “It is reasonable to believe that it is just a matter of time before Tennessee will also report a case due to the highly infectious nature of this virus,” Burgos adds. “Measles spreads quickly among unvaccinated people and can spread quickly from state to state.”

Withholding Vaccines Very Risky Measles, the acute upper respiratory virus that’s extremely contagious, infects an estimated 20 million people worldwide each year of whom 146,000 will die. Until the measles vaccine was licensed in the United States in 1963, Burgos says, an average of 549,000 measles cases and nearly 500 measles deaths were reported here. Even after several large studies were conducted overthrowing the 1998 notion that vaccines were related to autism, parents continued to be wary of them, even though nothing substantiated the idea.

Parents need to understand the grave risks of withholding vaccinations from their children, Burgos says.

“They are not only opening up their children to potentially fatal or disabling diseases, but they are also putting other children at risk who cannot receive live vaccines for medical reasons,” she says. Children, for example, who have leukemia or organ transplants and who can’t receive live vaccinations depend on the communities in which they live to be free from these diseases.

The Local Report Burgos urges parents to vaccinate their children. While the incidences of unvaccinated children is low in Middle Tennessee (kindergartners average between 2.5 and 3.5 percent in Williamson County — higher than neighboring counties, with Davidson reporting only 0.76 percent), Burgos remains firm.

“Let us keep in mind that if we as a community do not remain vaccinated against measles, it will be the most vulnerable among us who will suffer. This includes our babies younger than 12 months of age.”

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• Take a piece of construction paper and fold it accordion style. Make sure that when you finish that both ends fold the same direction.

• Take your fabric and cut out many circles in varying shapes and sizes.

• Stack the circles from largest to smallest — but setting a smaller circle aside for later.

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• Gather it at the middle and staple it once.

• Thread your needle and make one stitch to hold all the petals together — start from the bottom, go through to the top, then back down through to the bottom.

• Trim the ends to round them.

• Sew the beads to the center of your flower.

• Cut out a circle from a different color of paper and tape to the middle of the flower.

• Hot glue the hair clip to the bottom. Hot glue the spare circle to the hair clip covering the part that’s glued to the bottom of the flower.

• Take one side and pull it up to meet the other side and tape along the back of them to keep them together. Repeat for the other side.

Ornamental Snails What You Need 1 cup cornstarch, 2 cups baking soda, 1-1/4 cups water, cookie cutters, wax paper, paints and paint brushes or crayons and markers

What You Do • Mix the cornstarch, baking soda adding a little water at a time until you get a thick dough consistency. You may not need all the water.

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• Allow to dry overnight.

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Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health problems, affecting about one out of eight children. While feeling anxious or even afraid at times is a normal part of childhood, anxiety can become problematic if it begins to impair a child’s ability to function at home or at school on a daily basis.

How do kids manage Anxiety? How do I know if my child is having problems with anxiety?

Children deal with anxiety in a variety of ways. One of the more common ways is to seek repeated reassurance from their family. The child may repeatedly ask the same question as a way to ease their uncertainty and reduce their anxiety. Unfortunately, because this reassurance is anxiety based the child typically is unsatisfied with the response and will persist. Anxious children may also tend to avoid situations, places or persons who trigger their anxiety. It is not uncommon for a child to avoid school due to anxieties about school performance, social interaction, separating from a parent or other stressful situations such as bullying. Younger children may be clingier with a parent, express distress about sleeping alone, manifest their anxiety through bodily complaints such as headaches and stomach aches, and may be more irritable and oppositional at times. Older children and teens may tend to distract by using video games or TV, isolate, withdraw from formally enjoyed activities and turn to drugs or alcohol to calm the physical symptoms of anxiety.

Are there ways I can help my child cope with anxiety?

Start with the basics, make sure your child has a regular daily routine that includes the proper diet, exercise and sleep. Avoid giving them repeated reassurance; instead encourage them to share their concern and worries and to work with you to problem solve situations. As a parent it is important to be calm and confident for your child, if you are anxious, they may be as well. Some additional ways to help may be: - Teaching your child that anxiety is a normal reaction to uncertainty and can, in moderate amounts, actually help us to be more prepared and perform better - Remind them that the physical symptoms of anxiety are normal and are not dangerous anxiety - Identify a name your child can give anxiety (e.g., Mr. Meany or bully) so that parents, caregivers, teachers and therapists can work together to defeat the anxiety foe.

- Thought challenge them by asking questions (e.g. how many times have a I worried about this and it turned out fine or what would I tell a friend to do in this same situation?)

- Use of positive coping skills such as proper breathing techniques, reading or talking with a friend

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local news Tiptoe Through 109,000 Tulips with Your Kids at Cheekwood in Bloom March 21 - April 26

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From taking in the beauty of the colorful gardens showcasing the season’s flora to festivities to enjoy together, there’s a lot on tap, including the annual Spring Art Hop celebration on Saturday, April 4. Every Saturday during Cheekwood in Bloom, your family can enjoy art activities in the studio from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., and little kids will have fun exploring nature-themed books through song and dance during Garden Tales at 10 and 11 a.m. New for 2015 are themed Garden Demonstrations. March 21 and 28 is “Friendly Bugs and Big, Bad Pests,” April 18 is “Creating Fairy Gardens” and April 25 is “Who Speaks for the Trees?” Other activities include live music in the Herb Garden with Nashville Jazz Workshop and piano music in the museum’s Drawing Room. Other special events for kids take place on select Saturdays in April, and every Saturday and Sunday feature guided garden tours, guided arboretum tours, house and history tours, and special exhibit tours. Cheekwood is located at 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville. Hours are Tue - Sun 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission is $14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17. Call 356-8000 or visit cheekwood.org.

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Happy 45th, David Deaton Karate!

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or 45 years, eighthdegree black belt master David Deaton’s been teaching karate to thousands of local kids and adults. Deaton, a Nashville native, began his study of martial arts in 1965 at the age of 17 (he’s also a member of the first high school graduating class of Stratford High School in Nashville and earned his MBA at MTSU). He opened David Deaton Karate Studios (DDKS) in Hendersonville in 1970, currently located at 761 W. Main St. Since then, DDKS’ success led to the opening of two other Middle Tennessee locations in Brentwood and Mt. Juliet. Deaton takes a unique approach to his school’s method. “Our curriculum is based on an educational format that includes two classes per week, reviews and exams, and graduation ceremonies,” Deaton says. He also emphasizes that DDKS is more than teaching kids self-defense. “In addition to self-defense, we teach and encourage healthy habits and exercise as well as self-discipline, which helps kids gain focus and be respectful,” Deaton says. With classes available for ages 4 and older, the Hendersonville campus hosts an open house on Saturday, March 21. Ages 4 - 6 can take a trial class at 9:30 a.m.; ages 7 - 11 can check it out at 10:45 a.m. Learn more at 824-9111 daviddeaton.com.

Eighth-degree black belt master David Deaton (far right) with students from his karate studio.

New Kids Club at RiverGate Kids ages 12 and younger can cast a line in the Crappie USA Classic’s Kids Fishing Rodeo on Saturday, March 21 on Old Hickory Lake in Gallatin.

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Children can meet Elsa from Frozen during the inaugural Kids Fun Club at RiverGate Mall on Saturday, March 27.

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Got a little angler in your midst?

Kids 12 and younger can cast a line and have fun being part of the Crappie USA Classic’s Kids Fishing Rodeo. It happens on Saturday, March 21 on Old Hickory Lake at Flipper’s Bait and Tackle (200 Odoms Bend Road, Gallatin). Sign-ups are from 8 - 9 a.m. and free fishing is from 9 - 11 a.m. Kids just need to bring their own poles, and live bait is OK to use. All young fishers will be eligible to win one of six $1,000 scholarships (winners will be drawn at the main Crappie USA Classic event in Indiana in October).

A parent must accompany each child. For more info, call Flipper’s at 452-7719 or visit crappieusa.com/crappie_kids. cfm.

Children of all ages can plan on a good time at the new Kids Fun Club (KFC) kicking off this month at RiverGate Mall.

Presented by Nashville Parent, KFC takes place quarterly on select Saturdays at 11 a.m. and is free. Come out on March 27 for a Frozen story with Princess Elsa, then stick around for an Easter egg craft.

Future installments include a Mother’s Day theme on May 8, a Back-to-School Bash on July 17 and Holiday Hoopla on Nov. 6. Learn more at rivergate-mall.com.

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New App for Kids with Cancer Here’s something to “quack” up kids going through cancer treatment. Gabe’s Chemo Duck Program is a part of the Nashville-based nonprofit, Gabe’s My Heart, founded in 2004 to provide education and comfort to children living with cancer through medical play using therapeutic tools — notably a stuffed yellow duck dressed in hospital scrubs sporting a bandana and a chemo port on its chest. Chemo Duck helps kids learn what to expect during cancer treatments. Local mom Lu Sipos, created Chemo Duck and launched Gabe’s My Heart in honor of her son, Gabe, now 12, who spent 10 years in clinics and hospitals for treatment of rhabdosarcoma, a cancerous tumor of the muscles attached to the bones. Taking advantage of today’s technology and the fact that even young patients are glued to some kind of device, Gabe came up with the idea to create the official Chemo Duck App, the first-ever app for kids with cancer. The free app is available on all Apple phones and devices, and its purpose is to keep young patients entertained, educated and at ease.

Interactive fun includes “Talk Like a Duck,” “Exercise Wheel,” “Touch and Learn,” “Hospital Bingo,” “Mix and Match,” and “Call From Chemo Duck.”

The latter is a video call from Chemo Duck telling a joke; get the call by earning coins through playing the games.

Get the app at apple.com/ itunes and search “chemo duck.” Learn more about the Chemo Duck program at chemoduck.org.

Register Now for June Arts Camps for Kids

The 2014 class of Film Camp participants at Hendersonville Arts Center. Registration’s now open for the 2015 camp in June.

Youngsters can explore their creative minds this June with the Hendersonville Arts Council’s summer arts camps. Registration is now open and space is limited. Kids have three options: Summer Art Camp June 1 - 6 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $150 Ages 6 - 15 can learn the basics of color theory, drawing, painting, clay, sculpture and print making.

Shakespeare-ience June 1 - 6 9 - 11 a.m. $50 Students in grades 6 - 12 can spend the week with Bardthemed activities, including Shakespeare’s coined words and literary allusions from his plays. Each student will prepare a monologue and participate in a show at the end of the week.

The screen shot of the “Call From Chemo Duck” option of the new Chemo Duck app for kids.

Quick Bit: March bring the season of spring consignment sales, and the FLOODS OF DUDS sale takes place March 11 - 13 at First United Methodist Church, located at 217 E. Main St., Hendersonville. Friday is half-price day. Learn more at floodsofduds.com. Turn to page 104 for more Middle Tennessee consignment sales this month, and visit nashvilleparent.com/directories and click on “shopping” for even more.

Film Camp June 16 - 27 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $400 Kids ages 11 and older will learn to write, shoot, direct, edit and create a short film.

Camps take place at Monthaven, 109 Antebellum Cir., Hendersonville. To register or for more info, call 822-0789 or visit hendersonvillearts.org.

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Cover Kids 2015, the all-online contest that gives your child a shot at the cover, kicks off this month. One child in each of four age categories — 0 - 12 months, 13 - 35 months, 3 - 6 years and 7 10 years — will be selected to appear on a cover of this publication. In addition, our editors will select a fifth “wild card winner” through a random drawing.

Here’s how it works: From Monday, March 16 Friday, May 8, upload your child’s photo (you can do it from your smart phone!) at nashvilleparent.com/coverkids.

A $20 non-refundable fee applies, a portion of which goes to the local Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. At the end of the registration period, Nashville Parent’s editors will select 10 finalists in each age category, and they’ll be announced in our June issue. Public voting runs June 1 - 15 — have your friends and families vote online (one vote per person per age group). The child who garners the most votes in his age bracket will be the Cover Kid for his group, guaranteeing him a magazine cover. For a complete list of rules and to enter, visit nashvilleparent. com/coverkids.

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Athena is a Cover Kid who appeared on the October 2014 issue.

Register for this year’s event at nashvilleparent.com/coverkids.

Meet local baby portrait photographers and a host of other infantrelated vendors at The Baby Fair on Saturday, April 11.

Quick Bit: Ooh, Baby, Baby! Nashville Parent’s annual event focusing on allthings infant — THE BABY FAIR — takes place Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at CoolSprings Galleria in Franklin. It’s THE event for new and expectant parents to attend. Vendors include baby safety, equipment and furniture. You’ll also find local resources and get to experience speakers and prize giveaways throughout the day. Admission is free, and booth space is still available. Call 2562158, ext. 142, or visit nashvilleparent.com.

Karen Freeman, 42, a local mom of two and a second-grade teacher, lived with debilitating headaches and chronic jaw pain from the age of 13 until she met Dr. Tony Urbanek, of Brentwood, and was fitted with the EMP (Explain My Pain) device he created for TMJ. Urbanek, a leading oral and maxiofacial surgeon has treated more than 1,000 patients with his EMP — a custom-fitted mouth device that provides relief from the root symptoms of a jaw disorder.

Now, in order to reach the 75 million people affected

by TMJ symptoms (who might not realize what’s wrong with them), Urbanek has formed the Explain My Pain Foundation (explainmypain.org).

“My goal is to solve the problem for suffering individuals,” Urbanek says. “The EMP device is relatively simple and its results are remarkable. When you find something that really does work, you want to help people get out of pain.”

The Explain My Pain Foundation aims to inform the 60 - 80 percent of people unaware of their jaw pain and also provide a custom-fitted EMP device to them if they can’t afford it. Each month a new candidate will be chosen for treatment.

Freeman was the first recipient of an EMP, and after only three weeks with the device, she feels like a new woman, she says.

To nominate someone to be a recipient of the Explain My Pain Foundation or for more info about the medical device, visit explainmypain.org.

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Your toddler’s milestones have only just begun!

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hen Sara and Joe King’s daughter, Miley, started walking at 12 months, they cheered her on and started calling her a “big girl.”

Soon she grew more and more confident — and fast — so when they discovered her at the top of the stairs she’d climbed — gasp!

— they knew even more fun and games were on the way.

Parents get excited with their baby’s first steps, which typically occur within months of the first birthday, according to Caring for Your Baby and Young Child (American Academy of Pediatrics, Sixth Edition, 2014). But the other motor milestones that come up after 12 months can be even more thrilling. Running, climbing, becoming increasingly independent and expanding the capacity for play and learning are all things to look forward to (and even if your child seems to be on a slower track, don’t panic, it doesn’t necessarily mean that she’ll be any less coordinated than other kids.) Here’s what you can expect in the coming months.

PUSHING & PULLING (12 - 18 MONTHS) Push toys are fun for little ones and will help your toddler get balanced on her feet. Once she’s a confident mover, pulling a toy (like a small cart on a rope) will help her learn to handle objects as she goes. All of that means more independence and freedom which she’ll love!

CLIMBING (12 - 18 MONTHS) Some toddlers make their parents frantic by teetering up stairs and even onto tables — but that’s all an important part of their physical development now.

Encourage her climbing when you’re there to watch. To keep

your toddler safe, childproof your home, mounting heavy furniture to walls, keeping chairs pushed into desks and always being there to supervise the explorations.

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RUNNING (15 - 16 MONTHS) Your little walker wants to go, go, go, and she may go from walking to running in a matter of days, says Harvey Karp, M.D., bestselling author of The Happiest Toddler on the Block (Bantam, 2008). Inspire sprinting in your child by running after her and then having her chase you. Help her build leg muscles by encouraging her reaching capacity. Play where falling won’t hurt, like on your carpeted floor or on a nice day, outside on a blanket on the grass.

“How your child plays, learns, speaks and acts offers important clues about your child’s development,” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “Developmental milestones are things most children can do by a certain age.” The CDC offers this checklist for important physical developmental milestones for ages 3 - 5. You are encouraged to check off the items that your child reaches and discuss with your pediatrician those that are left unchecked.

THROWING & KICKING (18 - 26 MONTHS)

AGE 3

Balls will fascinate your toddler at this age. Show her how to toss one of the light-weight kinds you can get at grocery or toy stores.

Roll it back and forth and cheer her on when you see she’s following your motions. Next, try kicking the ball in her direction.

If she has trouble balancing when she lifts her foot to kick it back, have her hold on to a coffee table or Daddy’s hand while she takes aim.

AGE 4

JUMPING (24 MONTHS) Around the age of 2, your toddler might start jumping up and down when she gets excited. Encourage her! Play music and start moving together. Jumping comes before dancing, and she’ll enjoy all kinds of music with you that’ll get the bouncing started. Show her some moves: Your child will love trying to imitate you! J

q Climbs well q Runs easily q Pedals a tricycle (three-wheel bike) q Walks up and down stairs, one foot on each step q Hops and stands on one foot up to two seconds q Catches a bounced ball most of the time q Pours, cuts with supervision, and mashes own food

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q Stands on one foot for 10 seconds or longer q Hops; may be able to skip q Can do a somersault q Uses a fork and spoon and sometimes a table knife

q Can use the toilet on her own q Swings and climbs Source: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cdc.gov.

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Time Savers for busy moms

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I didn’t get up at least 30 minutes before my kids I’d never have a second to myself,” says Carin Hochbaum, a Mt. Juliet mom of three kids ages 9, 7 and 3. But she never actually thought of that as a strategy as much as a sanity-saver. And that’s what busy moms need.

You go-go-go all day long often multitasking at the same time. How can you find some peace in between all of the chaos? We’ve got some good ideas for you.

Managing your kids • Create outfits when you put children’s clothes away in drawers so you won’t have to scramble for matches at dressing time.

• Lay out outfits the night before — even for YOU. • Keep a basket of clean, rolled together socks in a designated spot so everyone can just grab and go. Days go by too quickly to keep up with all those socks!

• Keep your child’s sports’ uniform and practice attire in one spot so he always knows where to find them.

• Don’t iron. Use your clothes dryer to dewrinkle clothes; just place a clean, damp towel in with the already dry item and toss till unwrinkled.

• Don’t fold laundry — hang it. Also, turn your hangers backward at the start of a season.

Anything that’s still backward at the end of the season is ready to be donated or handed down.

• Keep a homework box handy with pencils, an eraser, etc., if your child works at the kitchen table, or even if he works in his room. Kids need supplies.

• Keep a sturdy folder for each of your kids’ important school papers, immunization forms, birth certificates, report cards, sports schedules.

• Keep a folder of important contacts and house instructions so you always have it atthe-ready for sitters.

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• Try using a master calendar such as Google Calendar. Add important appointments and activities, and set up reminders a week in advance.

Managing your home CLEANING • As much as you may hate this idea, pick up as you go. You’ll cut your cleaning time in half.

• Keep cleaning products in a tote you can take room to room. If you have several bathrooms, keep extras there.

• Multi-task as you cook ... If waiting for water to boil or the oven to preheat, scrub a sink or sweep the floor.

• Consider hiring someone just once a month to do the big jobs that can get you down like the bathrooms and floors. It’s money well spent, especially if you’re always cleaning.

• Use baskets or storage bins for quick pick ups. Use a bin by your door for shoes.

Toss out stuff you don’t want or label it for giveaway as soon as it finds a way into your home.

• Make clean up a game. The kids can help you if you put on a timer and some good music: DO NOT do everything yourself!

COOKING • Prepare on the weekends for the week ahead.

• Make extra. Double a recipe for another meal later in the week.

• Buy items like roasted rotisserie chickens to use in recipes, choose shredded cheeses, cutup veggies.

• In a pinch, use your smartphone at the store to find a recipe and shop for the ingredients then and there.

SHOPPING • Don’t shop without a list or you’ll buy things you don’t really need.

• Go to the store at the right time, either very early in the morning or after the kids are in bed.

• Shop online. Take advantage of HarrisTeeter’s service (just pick up your groceries on the way home). Or try a service like netgrocer.com (delivers groceries and other items nationwide).

• Try to limit how often you shop — see if you can do it every two weeks, so you’re not constantly at the store.

• With a growing family, invest in a freezer. This will allow you to use Costco or Sam’s Club and have back-up meals atthe-ready.

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Her 2-month-old infant, Roman, had pooling tears around his baby blue right eye all morning long, yet he wasn’t crying. She also began noticing it was slightly puffy and red.

“That’s when I called my mom,” Margret says. “She always calms me down, and I had started feeling frantic. A friend’s baby had to have his tear duct unclogged and it had really stressed her out.”

Margret needn’t have worried. Blocked tear ducts are very common in infants — many are born with their ducts clogged — and baby ducts are so teeny-weeny, water can easily get stuck inside. Without draining, that water can become infected.

Margret learned from her pediatrician how to gently massage

Roman’s clogged duct with her clean finger just beneath the nasal corner of his eye where she could also feel a teeny bump. This worked for her little guy in two days time. To help him along, Margret sometimes will massages his eye during diaper changes, knowing that by age 1 she shouldn’t have to anymore.

According to the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt website, more than 90 percent of baby tear ducts open up spontaneously by the time a child is 1. Sometimes antibiotic drops will be prescribed, and only after that, if infections continue to occur, will a doctor start talking about probing. (please turn the page)

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eye spy IF TEAR DUCTS NEED PROBING

LAZY EYE (AMBLYOPIA)

No, it’s not fun to know your little one may need his tear ducts surgically unclogged — a nasolacrimal duct probing — but it’s usually done quickly (within five minutes time) and it can clear up your baby’s issues. It’s recommended when your child has chronic infections, the duct is fully clogged or if there’s a bluish bulging area alongside his nose.

Depending on your baby’s age, local or general anesthesia may be used, according to the book Your Child’s Health (Bantam; 2005) by Barton Schmitt, M.D.

Simply put, lazy eye means poor vision in one of the eyes that’s otherwise normal, according to the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS). It’s the most common cause of visual impairment in kids, brought on by a misalignment of the eyes.

This can occur if a child’s two eyes have different prescriptions or even if there’s a cataract present. You can usually see the misalignment, but not a cataract, so regular vision screenings are important for kids since early treatment is best. According to the AAO, treatment for lazy eye involves glasses, atropine drops, patching the stronger eye to strengthen the weaker one and vision therapy which includes eye exercises.

STYES It’s bound to happen: you see a red bump emerging at the base of your child’s eyelashes and your child complains that something’s in his eye. Styes can happen to anyone at any age when an oil gland on the eyelid gets clogged.

They’re usually harmless but irritating and unsightly, and you can usually help your child get rid of it with these tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO): • Rinse a clean washcloth with warm water, wring it out, and use it as a compress over the closed eye for 10 to 15 minutes. As the washcloth cools, wet it with more warm water. Do this three to four times a day. Do not squeeze the stye as it will hurt and irritate it.

• Along with compresses, your pediatrician may prescribe anti-inflammatory eye drops or, in some cases, may need to make a small opening to drain the stye.

CONJUNCTIVITIS (PINK EYE) It’s hard to miss: your child’s eyes are crusty, maybe even stuck together, and the eyes look sensitive with the lid interiors bright red. It’s pink eye — aka conjunctivitis — which can be caused by a virus, bacteria or even allergies.

There are 5 million cases in the United States every year, according to the AAO, making it a very common ailment in kids.

Bacterial conjunctivitis causes that gooey discharge and matted lids and will usually be present in both eyes, whereas with viral conjunctivitis, it’s often just in one eye.

No matter what, your child needs an antibacterial eye-drop prescription to clear it up as it’s highly contagious — keep hands clean!

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CROSSED EYES (STRABISMUS) When the eyes appear to be misaligned, going in different directions, strabismus may be diagnosed, which is basically an issue with the eye’s muscles. When the eyes are not aligned, says the AAPOS, the brain receives two different messages resulting in double vision. In infancy, strabismus will usually correct itself by 3 months of age, but older than that, a child will need treatment. While treatment is similar to lazy eye, surgery is often needed to tighten or loosen specific muscles to realign the eyes.

VISION ISSUES The routine well-child visit with your pediatrician reveals a vision issue for your child and you set up an appointment with a pediatric optometrist for prescription eye glasses or contacts. The good news is that kids as young as 7 can successfully wear contacts says Dr. Daxx Dunn of Family Vision Care of CoolSprings. If you don’t think your child can manage contacts, all kinds of fun eyeglass frames are available for kids today from Disney and Fisher-Price to Nike, Nautica, Ralph Lauren and others. Whether your child is near-sighted (can’t see objects clearly far away) or farsighted (book pages are blurry), annual vision screenings will help bring issues to your attention so you can best help your child.

Jenna Fleming is a mother and freelance writer.

Symptoms of a Vision Issue • Misaligned eyes (they look crossed, turn out or don’t focus together) • White or grayish-white color in the pupils • Eyes that flutter quickly side to side or up and down • Bulging eyes • Complaints of eye pain, itching or discomfort • Redness in either eye that doesn’t go away in a few days • Pus or crust in eyes • Persistently watery eyes • Drooping eyelids • Eyes that are always sensitive to light • Child rubs eyes or squints often • Any change in the eyes’ appearance Source: American Academy of Pediatrics

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fat, Mom?” your son asks, making you twist inside because you know it’s true. But you don’t say, “Yes, honey, you are.” Instead, you say, “No, you’re not fat, you’re perfect just the way you are,” or something like that until you can successfully change the subject. Only, the subject doesn’t go away. You both tuck it away and try to move on, but your heart aches for him, knowing he’s struggling.

For parents of overweight children, it’s a common dilemma: The child’s overweight, he knows it and he’s unhappy about it. You want him to be happier with himself, but raising the subject and trying to suggest some kind of exercise and diet routine is painfully difficult, so it gets put off, and all the while the burden remains. The truth is, at some point, it’s important to be compassionate by gently resolving to help him find ways to get into better shape.

“Most overweight children know they’re overweight, and they may have been teased about it or may know that carrying extra weight causes them more difficulty in classes like physical education or keeping up with kids on the playground or in the gym,” says Don W. Morgan, Ph.D., director of the Center for Physical Activity and Health in Youth at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro.

Conversations about a child’s weight can be fraught with psychological land mines, says Melinda Sothern, Ph.D., author of Trim Kids (William Morrow Paperbacks). “Mainly having the whole family take on a healthier lifestyle is ideal,” she says, “for everybody to eat as well as possible, as nutritiously as possible, so the overweight child is not singled out,” she says.

EASY DOES IT It’s as difficult as talking with your child about sex, only maybe more so because weight issues are deeply personal for children. One of the ways you can take the pressure off of yourself is to visit the pediatrician and let him know in advance that you’d like him to mention your child’s weight. Pediatricians are skilled at working with children and have a lot of techniques for taking the stress out of situations. After seeing the doctor, when the moment is right, try to segue into a light conversation, for example, saying something like,”Well, for us it’s so easy to put on extra weight. Let’s come up with some ways we can get some exercise in, what do you think?”

“Young kids usually don’t understand that their bodies look a certain way because of the foods they eat or the amount of TV they watch,” says Sothern. You can help your child make the connection by saying something like, “I know you don’t like being heavier than your friends. I can help you change that if you’ll let me.”

“How you discuss your child’s weight problem can make a huge difference in helping him deal with it,” says Sothern. Let him know that being active is something you can do together. “How about we take a bike ride together after dinner twice a week? It’ll be fun, and we can both get in shape.”

Your overweight child needs a wake-up call to get more exercise and eat better. But don’t put him on a diet and don’t put him on the scale regularly. Making fitness a family affair will help your child stick to a routine and also let him feel supported. Set some easy goals at first and keep them modest initially so he doesn’t think of exercise as a chore or punishment.

“Physical activity should be a family affair – everyone needs to work toward becoming fitter and healthier,” says Morgan. “Create familyoriented opportunities for your children to eat well and be active. Avoid focusing on an overweight child by saying, ‘We’re going to work on your weight problem’ – everyone is in this together!” Morgan adds.

If your child has a friend who wants to be physically active with him, that’s great since your child won’t feel alone on the journey, but Morgan emphasizes the importance of parental help. “Most overweight kids

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Young kids usually don’t understand that their bodies look a certain way because of the foods they eat or the amount of TV they watch.”

won’t lose weight without some level of adult help and structuring of eating and activity options,” Morgan says. “That’s where parents and other family members can help by joining in to get fitter and healthier together — it’s not just about the one fat kid in the family who needs help,” he adds, noting that getting your child’s pediatrician on board can also support your efforts with a consistent message about the positive benefits of a healthy lifestyle.

Follow a similar approach with him toward food. If your son eats ice cream every day, try switching to a low-fat version or sherbet — let him pick the option — and tell him it will help to cut it back to three servings a week. Also, let him select fruits he’d like to try. Introduce him to smoothies and making unique snacks — you can find all kinds of healthy snack ideas on Pinterest.

BE THE ROLE MODEL HE NEEDS As far as eating and being active goes, your role includes changing out what you stock in your pantry so temptations don’t make eating better hard on him. Being more active yourself sets a great example.

“Role-modeling a healthy lifestyle is no different from role-modeling kindness or honesty,” says Morgan. “Parents should be strong promoters of healthy living practices, regardless of their own weight status.

If you’re overweight, join in with your child — walk together, cook together, go shopping for nutritious foods together — so that both of you can become healthier,” he adds.  Lori A. Roches is a mom and freelance writer.

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According to Statistic Brain, the average cost of a monthly gym membership is $58, yet 67 percent of people with gym memberships never use them.

If you’re looking to save a little money and still feel comfortable in your bathing suit this summer, check out these exercise options that won’t cost you a dime.

1. BORROW WORKOUT DVDS. Whether you enjoy the calming stretches of yoga or the more intense workouts of P90, your local library carries of variety of exercise videos for all skill levels.

Most rental periods are one week for videos, giving you the opportunity to try a lot of different exercise routines.

2. TUNE INTO YOUTUBE. Discover thousands of cardio, fat burning, dance, yoga and general

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Head to the park, close your office door or workout in the privacy of your own home.

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4. DO THE STAIRS. Head to a nearby hotel or office building and take the stairs.

Set the timer on your phone or simply count the number of flights you take. Can’t get away from home? If you have stairs in your house, turn on some music and start climbing. Want to get outside? Try the bleachers at the local high school.

5. JUMP ROPE. Every garage has an old jump rope or tie down rope. Get out in the sun and start jumping. This is an easy activity to involve your older kids. Try making it a competition — the one who jumps the least times has to do the dishes.

6. GO OLD SCHOOL. Remember middle school gym class? Put on a T-shirt and shorts and start with the basics. Try jumping jacks, push ups, sit ups, squats and lunges. Structured workout suggestions can be found on Pinterest or by Googling “calisthenics routines.”

7. DANCE. Invite your girlfriends to come over and crank up the tunes for a kitchen dance party. If your kids have a game console, ask them to play Just Dance with you. Don’t have the game? Borrow it from a friend!

8. GET OUTSIDE AND RUN. You see joggers everywhere — on trails, city streets or in local parks. For motivation, sign up to do a local 5K with your friend or spouse.

9. USE WHAT YOU HAVE. Make your own weights by filling empty water bottles and milk jugs with water or sand. Place on a scale and mark the weight on the bottle. Look online for exercise routines that use kitchen chairs, walls or stairs.

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11. PLAY SPORTS AT THE LOCAL PARK. Pull out the soccer ball, tennis rackets or basketball for a quick pick up game with family or friends. For added exercise, bike or walk to the park.

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HOW MANY CALORIES CAN YOU BURN? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average woman is 63.8 inches tall and weighs 166.2 pounds. With that in mind, the chart below shows how many calories the average woman can burn without having to pay for a monthly gym membership. Want to find the calorie burn for your own weight and height?

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Cleaning the house Dusting (15 minutes) — 45 calories Mopping (15 minutes) — 85 calories Washing Dishes (15 minutes) — 42 calories Calisthenics Jumping Jacks (10 minutes) — 56 calories Push Ups (5 minutes) — 32 calories Sit Ups (5 minutes) — 28 calories Jumping Rope (10 minutes) — 126 calories Going Places Running 6 mph (30 minutes) — 378 calories Walking 3 mph (30 minutes) — 164 calories Hiking (30 minutes) — 224 calories Stairs (30 minutes) — 304 calories Playing sports Frisbee (20 minutes) — 76 calories Tennis (singles, 30 minutes) — 229 calories Soccer (casual, 30 minutes) — 264 calories Dancing (30 minutes) — 224 calories Jump On Trampoline (15 minutes) — 70 calories

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ACADEMICS

Sylvan Learning Center

Brain Balance Achievement Centers 790 Jordan Road, Ste. 110, Franklin brainbalancecenters.com

615-224-6625

A cutting-edge, drug-free approach to help children improve their ability to learn academically, socially and emotionally. We don’t just work with your child’s strengths or compensate for a weakness. We tackle your child’s issue head on, by addressing the root cause at the most fundamental level. The Brain Balance Program® integrates three key pillars of brain development – sensory motor exercises, cognitive activities and nutritional guidance – to address the root cause of most learning and developmental issues.

The Goddard School® 1101 Moher Blvd., Franklin 98 Moss Lane, Franklin 108 Cinema Drive, Hendersonville goddardschool.com

615-595-2525 615-538-2410 615-822-9300

The Goddard School’s summer camp curriculum incorporates STEAM learning (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) into exciting, one-of-a-kind and fun experiences for your child every day!

We offer a broad range of programs and mini-camps to pique the interest and curiosity of every child.

LearningRx 5554 Franklin Pike, Ste. 200, Nashville 2044 Lascassas Pike, Murfreesboro learningrx.com/nashville-brentwood • learningrx.com/murfreesboro

615-953-8899 615-867-8717

LearningRx specializes in making kids measurably smarter through research-based programs that train the brain. Our unmatched results speak for themselves. In fact, students test higher in IQ – an average of 15 points higher – after completing our brain training programs.

Missouri Military Academy Summer Camps 204 N Grand, Mexico, MO 573-581-1776 missourimilitaryacademy.org/summer • gregory.seibert@missourimilitaryacademy.org

Leadership Camp: Ages 12 - 17, Jul. 6 - 18. Confidence Camp: Ages 8 - 11, July 6 - 12 or Jul. 12 - 18. These caps stress teamwork, decision making and physical training. Academic Camp: Grades 7 - 8 and 9 - 12.

Jun. 21 - Jul. 17. 9 - 12 offers full credit classes. 7 - 8 offers integrated studies in math, science and reading. Young Journalist Workshop: Jul. 12 - 18, digital photography, graphic design and article composition.

ACT/SAT Boot Camp: Jun. 21 - Jul. 3.

810 Medical Center Pkwy., Ste. C, Murfreesboro sylvanlearning.com

615-893-3542

Sure, you could sign up for karate or dance, but if you’re looking for another fun activity that’s educational too, why not sign up for Robotics? Specially designed for kids in grades 2 - 6, our programs use creative and challenging activities (building robots!) to encourage a love of STEM at an early age. Your child will love creating robots with LEGO® bricks and animating robots using LEGO® Education’s award-winning WeDo™ software.

University School of Nashville 2000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville usn.org/summer • jkleiner@email.usn.org

615-321-8016

Make USN Summer Camps your choice for a fun, enriching experience this summer. Many of our camps are led by USN faculty members who bring their expertise and varied passions to diverse programming in sports, academics, the arts, and technology. Flexible morning and afternoon scheduling allows either whole-day or half-day experiences. After-care provided from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth On the Vanderbilt Campus pty.vanderbilt.edu

615-322-8261

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

The Webb School 319 Webb Road East, Bell Buckle 931-389-6003 thewebbschool.com/the-school/summer-program • cjones@webbschool.com

Webb’s Summer Programs include day camps for rising 4th - 8th graders focusing on science, technology, robotics and art. Additional camps will include outdoor adventure, basketball, lacrosse and soccer.

Bus service is available from Murfreesboro and Tullahoma. Camps run from Jun. 2 - Jun. 26. For more information, visit our website. continued on page 54 ...

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7177 Nolensville Road Suite B-1 Nolensville 615-776-4202

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ANIMALS, HORSEBACK RIDING Creekside Riding Academy 2359 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin creeksideridingstables.com • creeksidestables@gmail.com

615-595-7547

Where horse lovers come to camp! Daily mounted riding lessons, games on horseback or trail rides. We focus on safety, proper riding techniques, grooming, care, tacking and leading. Day camps throughout June and July for beginners to advanced riders, ages 6 and up.

Harris Riding Academy 9068 Franklin Road, Murfreesboro Harrisridingacademy.com • brittany@harrisridingacademy.com

615-556-7370

Join us this summer for the ultimate horse experience. Campers will take part in horse care, horse activities, arts n crafts, and much more. We offer small camp sizes deigned for detailed riding instruction as well as themed weeks running weekly in June and July. Half day and full day available for ages 6 and up.

Peachtree Farms Equestrian Center 4819 Hwy 96 E, Arrington peachtreefarms.com • polly@peachtreefarms.com

615-419-1089

Saddle up and ride! Our equestrian camp provides extensive time with horses. Campers learn life skills through caring for and communicating with horses. We teach safe and correct riding skills. Beginner to advanced, English or Western. Half-day camps for ages 4 - 8, full-day for ages 6 and older. After-care is available. Weekly camps in June and July. CHA approved facility and U.S. Pony Club Center.

Tap Root Farm 4104 Clovercroft Road, Franklin taprootfarm.com

615-794-3358

Children will learn about farm life… where real food comes from and how it grows. They will work with large and small animals, understanding what it takes and how to care for them. Campers will be a member of a farm family team in which they will have responsibilities. Camp is about young people taking an opportunity to get back in touch with themselves.

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp

Harris Riding Academy, LLC Summer Camp 2015

706-862-2231

Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! A’top Lookout Mountain, for 50 girls, ages 8 - 17, 1 - 9 weeks, 600 acres, English, Western, barrels, vaulting and trails. CHA instructors teach beginner to advanced riders.

Spend 4 - 6 hours daily with your own camp horse. The Jones family are third generation horse lovers, camp administrators and equine educators making girls dreams come true!

ARTS

Riding Lessons Arts N Crafts Horse Fun Field Trips Horse Show and more!

Act Too Players 1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 119, Franklin acttooplayers.com • info@acttooplayers.com

615-294-0667

Each summer, Act Too Players offers a combination of week-long performance camps and our full production summer intensives taught by some the best in the Nashville theatre industry. Every student gets the opportunity to rehearse with the best directors, musical directors, and technical staff. Our goal is to instruct your child on the art of theatre while providing a fun, safe, environment.

Bellevue Dance Center 7097-J Old Harding Pike, Nashville bellevuedancecenter.com

Ages 6 and up!

615-662-8553

Register now for summer sessions, camps and intensives on our website. Featuring “Annie” and “Frozen” Camps.

Blair School of Music at Vanderbilt University

June 1 to July 31 Weekly

2400 Blakemore Ave., Nashville blair.vanderbilt.edu

615-322-7651

Summer offerings include: Nashville Summer Orchestra, private and group instrument study, Kindermusik and beggining jazz improvisation. See website for details.

Bounce U of Nashville

615-556-7370

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606 Valley View Ranch Road, Cloudland, GA valleyviewranch.com • info@valleyviewranch.com

www.harrisridingacademy.com 5068 Franklin Road, Murfreesboro

2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville bounceu.com/nashville-tn

615-255-1422

Create and Bounce Camp begins Fri., May 22. Now enrolling with exciting weekly themes and daily fun for ages 3 - 12. Kids get to create art and bounce in a spectac-U-lar indoor play arena featuring warehousesized giant inflatables including our exclusive 18 ft. Spider Climb with an 18 ft. Mountain Slide, Dodge Ball City and 38 ft. obstacle course. continued on page 56 ...

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Camp Electric Nashville 800-755-0242 campelectric.com • info@campelectric.com

Camp Electric is the first interactive worship and rock and roll music camp. Students ages 13 - 19 come together to interact and learn from today’s top Christian musicians. The week is packed with concerts from bands like Toby Mac, Crowder and more. Space is limited! Call andreserve your spot today. “Camp Electric teaches you where your gifting comes from and how you want to use it for the glory of God” Tody Mac.

Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville cheekwood.org • kkidd@cheekwood.org

SUMMER RIDING CAMP Weekly During June & July

• Safe Horse Handling

• Trail Rides

• Riding Lessons

• Grooming & Games

Hwy 431 at Duplex Rd., 2359 Lewisburg Pk., Franklin, TN 37064

615-595-7547

creeksideridingstables.com

615-353-9827

For art and outdoor adventures, you can’t beat summer camps at Cheekwood! Keep your kids busy and engaged this summer with time-tested favorites. We have an entire summer of fun and fresh classes to engaged and inspire every young artist. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Dance in Bloom 7982 Coley Davis Road, Nashville danceinbloom.com • info@danceinbloom.com

615-662-4819

Located just off of I-40 west in Bellevue, Dance in Bloom will be offering fun, themed summer camps, classes and workshops. Open House Apr. 11 (9:30 - 11:30 a.m.) Ask about our birthday parties!

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts Hancock, NY frenchwoods.com • admin@frenchwoods.com

800-634-1703

French Woods offers summer camp programs in dance, theater, music, circus, magic, visual arts, film and video, sports, tennis, fitness, waterfront, skate board, rock and roll and horseback riding. We cater to children from 7 - 17 yrs. Younger campers have more guidance and supervision, while older campers are able to take on some responsibility and have a chance to work in the areas of their interest.

Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway, Nashville fristcenter.org/summerartcamp

615-244-3340

Sculpture, drawing, animation, photography, and so much more. Our week-long, age-appropriate classes are designed to be fun and educational for kids ages 5 - 18. No art-making experience is necessary.

Gymboree Play & Music 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 180, Nashville nashvilletn@gymboreeclasses.com

615-221-9004

Inspire your child’s imagination and self-expression with a world of hands-on art activities. Through painting, sculpture, drawing, collage, dramatic play, and more, our art classes encourage confidence and support artistic potential. Enhance your child’s development with a love of music through song, dance, movement games and instruments. With an array of styles, our music classes help children explore the power of rhythm, melody, tonality and beat while nurturing key physical, social and intellectual skills.

Lana’s Piano 3540 Colony Point West, Nashville lanapiano.net

615-426-0756

Russian school of formal music training with traditional methods helps your child to develop amazing skills in playing keyboard. Research has shown the benefits of listening to and playing music are numerous, from stress relief to better listening and multitasking skills. The piano, especially for children, can lead to improved self-esteem and school performance. An experienced pianist, offers classical piano lessons to students ages 5 and up.

Mobile Music Academy mobilemusicacademy.com • info@mobilemusicacademy.com 615-301-8589 We bring high-quality music instruction from fun, energetic, qualified teachers to you. Lessons for piano, guitar, bass, drums, voice, band and orchestral. Voted #1 for music instruction

by Nashville Parent readers! Summer Recording Studio Camp! See our website for details.

The Music Class 5000 Thoroughbred Lane, Brentwood Satellite locations in West Meade and Franklin themusicclass.com/nashville • info@themusicclass.com

615-777-9314

Early childhood music program for parents and children ages birth - 5 yrs. Help your young child achieve his or her full musical potential with this innovative, developmental music and movement program. Parent and child classes are playful and creative and each family receives the acclaimed CDs and song books.

Classes meet weekday and weekend mornings. Call or visit our website for current schedule and session pricing or to find out about our birthday parties and moms’ group events. continued on page 59 ...

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Register for Summer Sessions, Camps and Intensives at www.bellevuedancecenter.com

SUMMER CAMP at

Annie Camps June 15-19 and July 6-10 for Ages 7 and Up Frozen Camp June 15-19 and July 6-10 for Ages 4 and Up

Boys & Girls Ages Rising Kindergartners – 8th Grade June & July – Week Long Camps - 9-3pm Before & After Care Available

(615) 452-1914 464 Nichols Ln. Gallatin, TN 37066

Enrichment Classes Select soccer camp Safari Camp Robotics Animation Studio Amusement Park Adventures Select Hockey Camp Jr.

www.bellevuedancecenter.com

662.8553

tap • jazz • ballet • hip-hop ages 3 and up • birthday parties

Lauri Gregoire, Director, BPA in Dance from Oklahoma City University

GEMS: Engineering Lego Scientists A Book a Day Lego Art History Lego Star Wars Lego Ninjas

Model Building Minecraft Songwriting for Kids Select Hockey Camp Starcamp Robotics And many more

Call or visit our website for more information sumneracademy.org

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10 CLASSES PRE-SCHOOL CAMP

JUNE 22nd-25th JULY 6th-9th

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JULY 6th-24th

Monday thru Friday 9:00am–4:00pm age 3 to college

www.anncarrollschoolofdance.com

790-6468

Camp Mpact

Checklist: Gymnastics and Martial Arts instruction every day!

25,000 sq. ft. of trampolines, foam pits, forts, and more!

AWESOME theme weeks!

Kid-approved coaches!

Allergy Friendly!

Mpact Sports is ready for summer…

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Forms and more information available on our website:

www.mpactsports.com Or contact us at 615.377.3444 info@mpactsports.com 121 Seaboard Ln. Franklin TN 37067 58 march 2015

This is a discipline and school that cares about and teaches life lessons. My kids can tell you what words like self-esteem, respect, confidence and integrity mean and how they apply to their everday life. The fact that their physical abilities and coordination have improved and that they know self defense and how to get away from a stranger is just a bonus and the tip of the iceberg. -Paige Sneed

www.ATANASHVILLE.com

615-370-7027

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Music City Guitar Lessons 12 South, Nashville musiccityguitarlessons.com • info@musiccityguitarlessons.com

617-823-7784

Offering private guitar lessons since 1998, Jay Barclay teaches many different genres including rock, R&B, country, folk and jazz at his 12 South studio conveniently located five minutes from Downtown Nashville.

In-home lessons are also available throughout Nashville, Franklin and Brentwood. All ages, beginners welcome.

Students of any age learn basics of music literacy, sight reading, rhythm, phrasing and musical expression.

Music Together Now at Bolton Music Therapy musictogether.com 615-796-6162 Bolton Music Therapy is now offering Music Together®, an early childhood music program for children ages birth to five years. Our mixed-age, inclusive classes provide a rich, active music making experience. Each family receives a songbook and two recordings each semester.

Over 50 years of teaching children Contact us to attend a free demo class! Please call for correct locations orskills visit(control our website. riding of horse and

Register for February classes now! Class sizes are limited to 3-5 per class.

Peachtree Farms

Nashville Children’s Theatre 25 Middleton St., Nashville nashvillechildrenstheatre.org

safety) and basic horsemanship (care and knowledge of the horse) in a safe and fun environment

Learning Life’s lessons through horses

contemporary. Saturday and Summer drama workshops are offered for children of various ages. For more Enroll Now for one of our information about drama workshops, visit our website or call the theater.

122 40th Ave. N, Nashville nashvillecreativehouse.com

SUMMER CAMP STARTS JUNE 1st LIMITED SPACE ENROLL TODAY

Spring Break or Summer Camps:

Beginner Camps weekly, call for Specialty Camps

615-293-7269

Jumping, Dressage, etc

Nashville Creative House was established as a learning lab for those who love music! We offer voice, songwriting, guitar and piano from award winning industry professionals. We also facilitate relationships with production houses and youth contractors, allowing our students the opportunity to audition for productions and gain experience. Find more information on our Facebook page (facebook.com/Nashvillecreativehouse) or on our website. We Grow Talent!

615-419-1089

nashvillepianoacademy.com

Peachtree Farms, LLC

615-254-9103

Our programs are designed to: enrich children’s lives, build self-esteem, and Founded in 1931, NCT is the country’s oldest professional theater forresponsibility youth and was as onetheir of the teach forranked themselves, and their top five children’s theaters by Time magazine. NCT presents pony/horse, age-appropriate playsown fromactions. the classics to

Nashville Creative House

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615-419-1089 | www.peachtreefarms.com Highway 96 Arrington, TN

Nashville Film Institute/Tribe Talent Management www.peachtreefarms.com

Highway 96 Arrington, Tennessee 500 Lafayette St., Nashville 615-815-8664 East of I-65, South Brentwood - Wilson Pike tribetalentmanagement.com • tribetalentmfmt@gmail.comUnited States Pony Club Riding Center and AARS certified programs Camps, Clinics, & Consulting, Parties & Pony rides Summer Film Camp or Pump Camp. NFI is offering a two week courseLessons, in filmmaking!

WorkSales hands-on with industry professionals to conceive, film and complete a film project. Jun. 8 - Jun. 19 (Mon. - Fri.). If your child has ever dreamed of being a model, our Pump Camp is just for them. Complete with photo shoot, fashion show and portfolio. Jun. 1 - Jun. 5.

Nashville Piano Academy 330 Mayfield Drive, Franklin nashvillepianoacademy.com

615-943-3690

We specialize in providing students with fun, engaging and flexible piano lessons that result in a wellrounded and comprehensive music education. In addition to traditional music concepts such as reading, improvisation and music theory, we emphasize universally applicable skills such as collaboration, creative problem solving and presentation. It is our goal to impart a passion for learning and music.

O’More College of Design 423 Margin Street, Franklin omorecollege.edu

615-794-4254

Summer Studio at O’More takes young people to the next level of art education in digital media, design, and fine art. Take the journey with us. Experience the Summer Studio. Offering an eclectic and inspirational setting that will introduce budding artists to new media and techniques by seasoned professionals. Artists will be guided and instructed by art educators, professors and professional artists as well. After a week of serious art-making, each student will have created an array of high-quality finished art pieces to share with friends and family.

School of Nashville Ballet 3630 Redmon St., Nashville 500 Wilson Pike Circle, Ste. 119, brentwood nashvilleballet.com

615-297-2966 ext. 20

School of Nashville Ballet offers the highest quality of training for children and adults of all ages. Artistic director Paul Vasterling leads an outstanding faculty comprised of highly respected professional teachers from around thew world, providing a complete dance experience that is challenging and fun for all students, whether they simply love to dance or aspire to a professional career. Students may have the opportunity to perform in Nashville Ballet productions. continued on page 61 ...

Pope John Paul II High School

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May 29–June 2, 2015

KINDERMUSIK

June–July classes (5 weeks)

Varied classes for newborns to age 5 Open to students in grades 7 through 12, Amy Alley, instructor college students, and adults. Carol Nies, conductor

Private and Group Instrument Study in piano,

strings, and woodwinds

June–August, 2015 (4–10 weeks)

Beginning Jazz Improvisation: How to Play the Blues

May 14, 21, 28 & June 4.

6:00–8:00 p.m.

All instruments and voices; grades 8–12 For more information, call 615-322-7651 or visit our website at blair.vanderbilt.edu Vanderbilt University 2400 Blakemore Avenue Nashville, Tennessee 37212

FRANKLIN ROAD ACADEMY Challenging academics in an inclusive Christian community.

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BUSINESS JA BizTown Summer Camp 120 Powell Place, Nashville janash.com/ja-biztown/summer-camp • bethanyw@janash.com

615-627-1205

Campers ages 10 - 13 spend a week learning how to succeed in business. They’ll apply and interview for jobs, vote in elections, work as part of a business team, and earn and manage their own money. Two camp sessions are available: Jun. 22 - 26, Jul. 13 - 17 ( 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)

Lana’s Piano

* Piano for all ages & skill levels * Russian school classically trained instructor * Individual & group lessons * Flexible schedule at location of your choice FREE INTRODUCTORY LESSON 615.360.8971

FITNESS/SPORTS 615-370-7027 615-646-3838

Lee’s ATA Karate is the premier family martial arts program in Nashville. We pride ourselves on not being just another sport but a character development school that gives students the tools to be successful in life both mentally and physically. With numerous awards, we are recognized as one of the most successful martial arts program in Tennessee. Join us in celebrating our 10th anniversary with 10 classes for $10.

Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate 1911 Business Campus Drive, Murfreesboro 1820 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro bskonline.com • bushido96@aol.com

615-890-6755 615-893-6003

Let martial arts take your kids to new heights! Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate offers programs in traditional karate from age 3 - adult. Call now to find out how to get one month free with uniform.

Blooma Nashville 4107 Charlotte Ave., Nashville bloomanashville.com • hello@bloomanashville.com

615-797-8064

A new yoga, wellness, and education studio for moms-to-be, mamas and families. Weekly drop-in classes include Prenatal Yoga, Mama-Baby Yoga, Mama-Crawlers Yoga, Babywearing Barre, Postnatal Yoga for Mom, Vinyasa Yoga for Everyone and kids classes from tots to tweens. Blooma offers childbirth education, massage, new mama support groups and women’s circles.

Boost Gymnastics 11 Vaughns Gap Road, Nashville boostgymnastics.com

615.426.0756

The Intelligent Art of Classical Piano

ATA Karate 1724 Carothers Pkwy., # 300, Brentwood 8163 Hwy 100, Nashville atanashville.com

lanapiano.net

615-352-8533

At Boost Gymnastics we offer Spring Break Camp (Mar. 23 - 27), Summer Camp (every week May 26 Aug. 7). As well as a variety of recreational summer classes. Birthday Parties are also available!

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Charles Morrow’s Lipscomb University Soccer Camps for Boys 1 University Park Drive, Nashville lipscombsoccercamps.com • lipscombsoccercamps@lipscomb.edu

615-966-5624

Lipscomb University Soccer Camps offer a full array of summer soccer camps for beginners and top players alike. For ages 4 - 18, Lipscomb hosts the largest summer soccer camps in the state of Tennessee.

Staff coaches include the Lipscomb University men’s soccer coaches, players, and top regional club and other college coaches.

David Deaton Karate Brentwood 615-377-1100 Hendersonville 615-824-9111 Mt. Juliet 615-754-6878 daviddeaton.com

The free one-month summer camp gives children these five great life skills: (1) Easy-to-learn self-defense; (2) Vital safety tips; (3) How to handle bullies; (4) What to do when parents aren’t around; (5) What to do when confronted by strangers. Only three 4-week sessions will be held in June, July and August. Classes fill quickly so register now!

E.T.C. Gymnastics 1137 Haley Road, Murfreesboro 1932 Almaville Road, Smyrna etcgymnastics.com • coachken@etcgymnastics.com

615-867-6900 615-617-7644

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 years and older. 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. continued on page 62 ...

JUNE/JULY 2015 CONFIDENCE CAMP AGES 8-11 LEADERSHIP CAMP AGES 12-17 ACADEMIC CAMPS GRADES 7-12

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Mpact Sports 1647 Mallory Lane, Ste. 102, Brentwood mpactgymnastics.com

615-377-3444

MPACT your child’s school year with the right balance of athletic training, character building and social/ team outlets. Gymnastics for 10 mos. - adult, cheer for 5 - 18 yrs. and martial arts for ages 4 - 104. Competitive teams and proper training. Low teacher/student ratios. Our goal is to help your child develop to their fullest within their sport of choice and encourage learning.

My Gym 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood 204 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville my-gym.com/brentwood • my-gym.com/hendersonville

371-5437 824-8002

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 studentteacher ratios help children 3 mos. - 13 yrs. develop excellent fitness habits in a non-competitive way.

One Goal Sports Murfreesboro 615-896-7309 onegoalsports.net • admin@onegoalsports.net FREE INTRODUCTORY LESSON! Convenient 12 South studio located five minutes from downtown Lessons in your home available throughout Nashville • Franklin • Brentwood Reasonable rates & flexible scheduling

All ages! Beginners welcome!

Well-versed in many popular genres: rock • r&b • country • folk • jazz

615-418-9412

www. musiccit yguitar lessons.com info@musiccityguitarlessons.com

Where camp is fun & Christ is #1!

May 22-Aug 7

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Trampoline Fun Arts & Crafts Rocket Blaster Pizza Party Star Castle Zip Line Rock Wall Climb

Call for our summer schedule of gymnastics classes for ages 12 mos. and up

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Volley Ball Basketball Gymnastics Obstacles Floor Hockey Warped Wall Indoor Games Outdoor Games

American Ninja Warrior

Sign up for 8 days and receive the 9th day FREE!

Showtime Sports Academy 119 Seaboard Lane, Franklin showtimesportsacademy.com • jimmy@showtimesportsacademy.com

615-373-1105

Showtime Sports Academy is Middle Tennessee’s largest indoor sports training facility. We offer multiple camps throughout the year designed to give kids a fun and active experience.

Wado Karate Centers

Funtastic Summer Camp Ages 3-12

A non-profit, community-based sports league existing to provide quality sports programming for families in a fun, Christian environment. Now registering for spring soccer, summer t-ball, summer coach pitch, summer flag football and others. Visit our website for more information.

369-3547 NOW Cool Springs 1892 Gen. George Patton Franklin, TN

lisgym.com

2444 Morris Gentry Blvd., Antioch (ages 5 and up) 406 Two Mile Pike, Goodlettsville (ages 3 and up) 550 Sam Ridley Pkwy. W, Smyrna (ages 5 and up) wadokaratecenters.com • orileykarate.com

615-399-3992 615-859-9473 615-399-3992

Kids and adults. Designed to instill self-control, self-confidence and boost self-esteem. Our classes are the product of more than 40 years of refinement and offer life skills along with karate skills. Check us out on the web or call for more information.

NATURE Camp Warner Park Bob Brown Field Station/Percy Warner Park Hwy 100 at Old Hickory, Nashville campwarnerpark.com • director@campwarnerpark.com

615-481-2017

Get your kids unplugged and outside this summer! Camp Warner Park emphasizes environmental awareness using outdoor play and exploration. This year we are offering teen programs for kids 12 - 15 yrs. Join us for any of our 8 sessions this summer. Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY Engineering for Kids Various locations in the greater Nashville area 615-261-9937 engineeringforkids.net/location/nashville • nashville@engineeringforkids.net

Engineering for Kids brings science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to kids ages 7 - 14 in a fun and challenging way through camps. We are proud to inspire children to build on their natural curiosity by teaching engineering concepts through hands-on learning. Engineering is, after all, one of the fastest growing industries in the world! Check out our website for our 2015 summer camp offerings.

Mr. Bond and the Science Guys mrbondscienceguy.com 615-573-2702

Mr. Bond and the Science Guys bring you another great summer of hands on science camps. We have locations all over town with themes ranging from Space to Crazy Chemistry. Check out our new robot camps and our environmental theme. We have added new locations and full-day options. Cheers!

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Read more and register online at

www.curreyingramcamps.org Currey Ingram Academy 6544 Murray Lane • Brentwood, Tenn. • (615) 507-3242 Camps Director: Alli Faulk, alli.faulk@curreyingram.org

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Ms.Biz helps young entrepreneurs, techies and tinkerers bring their ideas to life with entrepreneur and coding camps. In Ms.Biz Code & Create, kids program interactive art, music and inventions. In Ms.Biz Entrepreneurs, kids turn their hobby into a business designing logos, websites and videos. It’s a fun and friendly environment where kids learn how they can create and make a difference! We have five locations and 31 camps for grades 2 - 12. See our website or send an email for more information.

Snapology North and East Nashville northnashville.snapology.com

865-296-0142

Snapology offers amazing educational classes, workshops and camps for children ages 4 - 14. We specialize in robotics, engineering, computer programming, animation, Lego® classes and GEMS (Girls Excelling in Math and Science). Camps are held at various locations throughout North and East Nashville. Please see our website for details.

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Camp Conquest 849 Rocky Point Road, Cordova campconquest.com

901-490-7164

Camp Conquest is a Christ-centered, week-long, overnight camp for individuals with special needs and disabilities. Activities include a swimming pool, horseback riding, 90’ lake slide, canoe, paddle boats, volleyball, high rope swings, rock climbing wall, s’mores by the campfire, theme party every night (paint, carnival, dance, and talent show). To assure all campers get the best experience while at camp, we require a 1:1 ratio (counselor to camper). Go to our website to see videos.

Camp Progress at West End Middle School, 3529 West End Ave., Nashville progress-inc.org • info@progress-inc.org

615-399-3000

Camp Progress offers children and teens with intellectual disabilities a traditional camp experience that nurtures their needs, opens their minds and emphasizes fun. Programs and activities include: water play at Bicentennial Mall; tennis camp at Centennial Sportsplex; gardening; art therapy; music therapy; and much more!

Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center 1215 21st Ave. S., Nashville vanderbilthealth.com/stutteringcamp

Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center is holding a special summer day camp for children and teens who stutter.

The goal of the Summer Fluency Day Camp is to help stutterers become more confident communicators.

Specialists in speech and language will lead the camp.

TRADITIONAL CAMPS A New Leaf Nashville

Pat yourself on the back for being such a smart parent

6501 Pennywell Drive, Nashville anewleafnashville.org • coordinator@anewleafnashville.org

615-585-9790

Celebrating 10 years of camp by offering 8 amazing weeks of creative adventure for ages 3 - 12! Come explore the outdoors, flight, oceans, art, movie-making, storytelling, puppets, biology and more. Each week includes lots of outside time, math, science, arts and crafts, and fun with friends. Choose your week on our website.

Battle Ground Academy 336 Ernest Rice Lane, Franklin battlegroundacademy.org/bgacamps • bgacamps@mybga.org

615-567-8327

Battle Ground Academy has something for everyone! From academic to athletics, to art and enrichment – all age appropriate and directed by a BGA coach/teacher or camp professional. Experience archery, Lego or academic camps. Improve your basketball, football, baseball or soccer skills. Design an electronic game, spend a day of fun with our BGA Day Camp or participate in art camps for children to adults. Ages 5 - adult. Jun. 1 - Jul. 31. Full-day and half-day camps are available. Early-care and after-care is available.

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Camp Crusader - Hendersonville Christian Academy Hendersonville, Gallatin and Goodlettsville crusaderkids.com/camp-crusader

615-780-7373

Camp Crusader is an exciting summer camp program available to children from ages 1 - 11. We are conveniently located on all three campuses in Hendersonville, Goodlettsville and Gallatin. Each campus serves different age ranges. Go to our website to learn more about each campus. Camp begins Mon., Jun. 2 and runs through Fri., Jul. 25 (Closed Jul. 4). Kids will enjoy days packed full of activities and older children will enjoy fun field trips. continued on page 66 ...

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Specialty camps include: LCA NBA • LCA NFL • Artaroma • Swim Camp Movin’ and Groovin • Cheer Camp • Mad Science Meltdown Dramatic Fanatic • Musical Mania • Gaming Camp

Camp Extravaganza July 31st 150 Soccer Way, Smyrna, TN 37167 www.lancasterchristianacademy.org (615) 223-0451 | lcabsweeney@gmail.com

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A Christian, co-ed, overnight, ACA accredited camp for ages 7 to 17.

Week-long, affordable camps.

Horseback Riding • Water Sking • Canoeing • Worship

Nature Center • Fellowship • Archery • Games • Crafts • Critters

Ceramics • Mountain Biking • Swimming Lessons

150 Cabin Circle Drive Liberty, TN 37095

(615) 448-1023

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Financial assistance available for those who qualify!

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Camp Davis – Gordon Jewish Community Center 801 Percy Warner Blvd. Nashville nashvillejcc.org/camp-davis • jack@nashvillejcc.org

615-356-7170

Camp Davis is THE summertime destination in Nashville! Open to children entering kindergarten through 9th grade, Camp Davis is a summer of sports, art, ruach (spirit) and life-long friendships. So much more than child care, the Camp Davis experience provides for individual growth in an exciting and unforgettable group setting.

Camp Idyllwild 3139 Blue Buck Creek Road, Duck River campidyllwild.com • campidyllwild@gmail.com

615-541-9453

Campers here have been doing what they want, when they want, for how long they want everyday since 2008. Camp takes place on a secluded rural private 30-acre property with two pristine spring-fed creeks, wooded hiking paths and plenty of indoor and outdoor activities to choose from all day long. Full-day week-long camp sessions; daily round-trip transportation; healthy and organic wholesome snacks; low camper to counselor ratio; $30 early registration discount ends Mar.1. Register online (Visa, MC, AmEx).

Enrollment for summer has started, and capacity is limited!

Camp JPII - Pope John Paul II HIgh School 117 Caldwell Drive, Hendersonville jp2hs.org • camp@jp2hs.org

615-822-2375 ext. 4037

Camp JPII offers exciting camps for ages 5 - 18 during the month of June, including academic, sports, technology, and artistic camps. With early drop-off, after-care, weekly lunch plans, state-of-the-art facilities, and amazing teachers, Camp JPII is a fun, easy, and education way to enjoy the summer.

Camp Juliette Low 321 Camp Juliette Low Road, Cloudland, GA cjl.org • info@cjl.org

770-428-1062

CJL is an independent, non-profit summer camp for girls ages 7 - 17. Campers live in platform tents and enjoy traditional camp activities that emphasize outdoor living skills and recreation, including canoeing, ropes course, archery and horseback. CJL provides exciting, outdoor experiences that foster self-confidence, independence, teamwork and leadership. One- and two-week sessions available. ACA accredited.

Camp Laney for Boys 916 West River Road, Mentone, AL camplaney.com

256-634-4066

Camp Laney is an independent, traditional boys camp located on Lookout Mountain in northeastern Alabama. Camp Laney is accredited by the ACA and offers four two-week sessions for ages 8 - 14 and a one-week junior camp session for boys finishing grade 2. Activities include canoeing, water slide, swimming, team sports, ropes course, climbing wall, mountain biking, bouldering, archery, riflery and tennis.

Camp Rockmont for Boys 375 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, NC rockmont.com • info@rockmont.com

828-686-3885

Camp Rockmont is a Christian summer camp for boys, ages 6 - 16, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Rockmont’s mission of developing boys into healthy young men is accomplished through age-appropriate skills, activities and challenges that help campers to know themselves better and discover God’s love for them.

Camp Timberlake and Merri-Mac 1123 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC camptimberlake.com • dan@camptimberlake.com merri-mac.com • adam@merri-mac.com

828-669-8766

We are brother/sister camps located in the mountains of western North Carolina (in Black Mountain). We offer a host of wonderful activities for our campers in a Christian environment.

CampVandy and CampVandy W.I.L.D. 2700 Children’s Way, Nashville 615-343-6627 vandervilt.edu/recreationandwellnesscenter/youth/campvandy • campvandy@vanderbilt.edu

CampVandy is a 9 week day camp that accommodates children ages 4 - 13. Weekly themes and activities include arts and crafts, rock climbing, swimming bowling and more. CampVandy W.I.L.D. (Wilderness Immersion and Leader Development) provides teens ages 13 - 15 the opportunity to explore wilderness areas around Middle Tennessee through a variety of outdoor activities.

Camp Woodmont 381 Moonlight Drive, Cloudland, GA campwoodmont.com • alyson@campwoodmont.com

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Camp Woodmont is a traditional, overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6 - 14. Just 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, high ropes/climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery and more. Founded on Christian principles in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and memories. continued on page 69 ...

Summer Camp for kids who love music, theater, dance, circus, rock and roll, and everything else.

“My name is Emily. I’ve been going to French Woods for the past 2 years. I love camp more than anything in this world, and here are some reasons why: I get to try new things that I would never get to try at home (Circus, Magic, Silkscreen...).

All the people here are so nice!

The environment itself is a loving place. No one gets judged and you can really be who you are.

French Woods is my time to shine: I love to perform and French Woods gives me the opportunity.

If you’re like me and love to sing, dance, act or perform, check out frenchwoods.com”

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts www.frenchwoods.com

800-634-1703 / frenchwoods.com

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Summer Day Camp for Ages 4-13 CampVandy W.I.L.D. Teen Camp for Ages 13-15 vanderbilt.edu/recreationandwellnesscenter/youth • Email: campvandy@vanderbilt.edu • Phone: (615) 343-6627 Online Registration begins March 2.

CampVandy starts June 1.

Swim School

Private and Group Lessons vanderbilt.edu/recreationandwellnesscenter/aquatics • Email: swimschool@vanderbilt.edu • Phone: (615) 322-SWIM (7964) Online Registration begins March 2.

Swim School starts June 1.

Recreation & Wellness Center Membership vanderbilt.edu/recreationandwellnesscenter/membership • Phone: (615) 343-6627

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Christ Presbyterian Academy – Summer @ CPA 2323 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville cpalions.org/summer • camps@cpalions.org

615-373-9550

CPA offers over 50 camps and workshops for grades pre-K - 12 in the areas of athletics, academics and the arts. There are camps to meet any interest and schedule. Summer @ CPA begins the week of May 25 and ends July 31, with multiple camps offered weekly.

Currey Ingram Academy 6544 Murray Lane, Brentwood curreyingramcamps.org • alli.faulk@curreyingram.org

615-507-3242

Currey Ingram Academy is offering 40+ camps this summer! There’s something for every age and interest. Half-day and full-day options and extended care are available. CIA’s beautiful 83 acre campus is just 11 miles from downtown Nashville and eight miles from Franklin. We hope to see you this summer at CIA!

Deer Run Camps & Retreats – Overnight Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station camps.deerrunretreat.org • contact@deerrunretreat.org

615-794-2918

DEEPER FAITH. GREATER ADVENTURES. One- and two-week sessions build character, confidence, relationships. A well-planned, outdoor experience that creates positive lifetime memories. Preteens (grades 3 - 5), middle school (grades 6 - 8), high school (grades 9 - 12). Over 100 acres of wooded property. Excellent facilities and staff. Horseback riding, climbing tower, paintball, crazy games, lake activities, low or high ropes, cardboard boat regatta, archery, BB guns, wiffle ball, skits. Each day includes age-appropriate small group Bible study plus a nightly speaker and worship. Campers receive a camp themed shirt and DVD of their camp week. Discounts and monthly payments available.

Deer Run Camps & Retreats – Day Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station camps.deerrunretreat.org • contact@deerrunretreat.org

615-794-2918

DEEPER FAITH. GREATER ADVENTURES. Voted best day camp. Building character, confidence, relationships. A well-planned, outdoor experience that creates positive lifetime memories. Day Camps (grades K - 5) and Adventure Day Camps (grades 6 - 8). Over 100 acres of wooded property. Excellent facilities and staff. Lake activities, skits, crazy games, wiffle ball, BB guns, archery, crafts, climbing tower, creek wading, worship, fun songs and interactive age-appropriate small group Bible study. Adventure camps also include outdoor education and survival skills, Leap of Faith, archery tournament. Campers receive a camp themed shirt and DVD of their camp week. Discounts and monthly payments plus extended care and bus transportation options.

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Ages 14 & Up

901.490.7164 | campconquest.com

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Horton Haven Christian Camp

Ensworth School 211 Ensworth Ave, Nashville ensworth.com

Overnight Camp for Individuals with Special Needs & Disabilities

615-383-0661

Boys and Girls ages 8-18

Summer at Ensworth offers a wide range of exciting courses, programs, and athletics for students and children from 4 - 18. Lower/middle school camps, high school courses, and Big E Sports Camps. For more information, visit our website.

FRA Camps - Franklin Road Academy 4700 Franklin Road, Nashville fracamps.com • fracamps@franklinroadacademy.com

615-369-4594

Whether it’s academic preparation, athletic skills training, fun with the arts and crafts, or all of the above, for summer fun, FRA is the place to be!

Mtn Biking Archery

Harding Academy Summer Programs 170 Windsor Drive, Nashville 615-948-7005 hardingacademy.org • mcragland@gmail.com • faulknerd@hardingacademy.us

Beginning June 1, Harding Summer Programs offers: sports, outdoors, music, arts, robotics, programming, Minecraft and water sports. For a full list of camps offered and to register visit us online.

Historic Travellers Rest Plantation and Museum 636 Farrell Pkwy, Nashville travellersrestplantation.org • tonya@travellersrestplantation.org

615-832-8197

Our summer camps have been making history for over 20 years. One of Nashville’s best-kept secrets, our award-winning day camps make learning history an adventure! From history’s mysteries to Tennessee tales, the War of 1812 to the Civil War ... join us this summer for a time traveling adventure through history!

Horton Haven Christian Camp 3711 Reed Harris Road, Chapel Hill hortonhaven.org

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931-364-7656

Just one hour south of Nashville offering overnight and day camps. Overnight campers experience archery, air rifles, climbing, horseback riding, canoeing, crafts, mountain biking, swimming and more. Teens can try our 45 ft. high, 600 ft. long zip line. One-week sessions, ages 8 - 11, 12 - 14 and 15 - 18. Day campers enjoy games, crafts, bible lessons, swimming and more.

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Crafts Swimming Zipline Canoeing Bible Lessons Climbing Walls Conveniently located 1 hour south of Nashville

(931) 364-7656 hortonhaven.org

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336 Ernest Rice Lane Franklin, TN 37069 (615) 567-8327

Register Online @ www.BattleGroundAcademy.org/BGAcamps

When our boys returned home from Camp Laney, we immediately noticed a boost in their confidence and self-reliance…traits every parent wants to instill in their children. The staff at Camp Laney is first class in every way, and, as parents, we are eternally grateful for the positive impact Camp Laney staff has had on our sons. -Thad Huguely, Nashville Dad

NOW ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS FOR SUMMER 2015. CALL TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION. Camp Laney is a traditional overnight camp for boys ages 8-14. It is located on top of Lookout Mountain in Mentone, Alabama and is 2 1/2 hours from Nashville.

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Indian Creek Camp 150 Cabin Circle Drive, Liberty indiancreekcamp.com • icc@kytn.net

615-448-1023

Indian Creek Camp is a Christian, co-ed, overnight, ACA accredited camp for ages 7 - 17. It also offers an all-inclusive family camp summer vacation. Most week-long camps cost $275 per camper. Activities include horseback riding, water skiing, canoeing, archery, ceramics, mountain biking, swimming lessons, a nature center, and more.

Lancaster Christian Academy Daily Summer Fun Camp 150 Soccer Way, Smyrna lancasterchristianacademy.org • lcabsweeney@gmail.com

615-223-0451

Lancaster Christian Academy is full of fun and surprises! Campers will enjoy games, crafts, interactive chapels, bible lessons and so much more. From 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., there are so many activities for your camper to participate in. Call or email to enroll.

Lipscomb Academy - Summer Experience 3901 Granny White Pike, Nashville summerexperience.org • franklin.bennett@lipscomb.edu

The Summer Experience at Lipscomb Academy has a wide variety of camps and classes for Kindergartners through high schoolers. Whether you are looking to grow academically, athletically, or artistically, the Summer Experience has something for you. Visit our website to learn more about all of our amazing camps and sign up!

Montgomery Bell Academy - Summer @ MBA 4001 Harding Road, Nashville montgomerybell.edu/camps

Montgomery Bell Academy’s more than 100 different camps and classes allow rising kindergartners to high school boys and girls to fill their summer with activities. Sports, science, driver’s ed, leadership, study skills, and Legos – as well as lacrosse, football, and soccer leagues – are just a few of the offerings. Check our website for all information and to register.

A Nashville tradition for over 40 years! Serving boys & girls rising 1st-10th grades. Campers choose their own activities.

Transportation included from Registration opens on February 9, 2015ParentNashville, Brentwood and(CMYK/8) Franklin.

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www.whippoorwill.com • camp@whippoorwill.com 7840 Whippoorwill Lane Fairview, TN 37062 • 615-799-9925

New Frontiers 3939 Snowhill Road, Dowelltown newfrontiers.org

877-704-CAMP

Nestled among the hills just 60 miles east of Nashville rests an adventure programming facility that rivals almost any other place like it in the United States. We utilize challenge courses, caving, canoeing, paintball, archery tag and other adventure components that prepare the students to face life with strength and direction, and to challenge people to think strategically, communicate directly and live intentionally. Day Camps, completed grade 1 - 6. Overnight and Expedition Camps, grades 4 - 12. Homeschool Enrichment Program, ages 6 - 17 (split by age groups).

Oak Hill Day Camp 4815 Franklin Pike, Nashville rec.fpcnashville.org • lgreen@fpcnashville.org

615-298-9583

Day camp for children who turn 3 by Dec 1, 2014 - rising grade 8. Swimming, horseback riding, archery, ropes course all on site in the heart of Nashville. Middle School camp does off-site trips. Oak Hill Day Camp has proudly served Nashville since 1951!

Riverview Camp for Girls 757 CR 614, Mentone, AL riverviewcamp.com • info@riverviewcamp.com

800-882-0722

Award-winning camp for girls is now accepting applications for 2015! Don’t miss our Mother-Daughter getaway, Apr. 25 - 26. The Riverview campus is also the site for the unique Nature’s Classroom Atop Lookout Mountain, an exciting experiential education program that has existed on a national level for 21 years and in Alabama since 1991. As a member of the Association for Experiential Education, the program provides an individually tailored format for each group’s needs.

Rocketown Summer Sessions and Summer Intensives 601 4th Ave. S, Nashville rocketown.com/summersessions • rod@rocketown.org

615-843-4001

Rocketown’s Summer Sessions include skate camp, dance, the Rhyme Lab (recording studio), photography, moviemaking, basketball camp, Gear Heads (vehicle building, maintenance, and repair), and the Jam Lab (live instrument practice, performance, and recording). Students ages 9 - 18. Moviemaking and Audio Production Intensive Camps are also available.

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Sumner Academy Summer Camp 464 Nichols Lane, Gallatin sumneracademy.org

615-452-1914

Sumner Academy in Gallatin is offering seven weeks of summer camp beginning the first week of June.

Camps include: Select Hockey, Jr. GEMS: Engineering, many Snapology camps, mine craft, songwriting for kids and many more. For more information, visit our website.

Under the Oaks Summer Program, Oak Hill School 4815 Franklin Road, Nashville oakhillschool.org/undertheoaks • finneyfrocka@oakhillschool.org

615-298-9590

Play, learn and create at Under the Oaks summer program. An outreach of Oak Hill School, Under the Oaks promises to provide elementary and early middle school-age children unique experiences both in and out of the classroom. Summer offerings include academic, athletic and enrichment sessions. Full-day camp schedule is available for campers of all ages. Lunch and early care plans available.

Victory Ranch 4330 Mecklingburg Drive, Bolivar, TN 38008 victoryranch.org • smith@victoryranch.org

731-659-2880

Christian (non-denominational), co-ed residential camp featuring one of the best facilities in the nation including an incredible outdoor adventure course, 20-stall barn, water activities and much more all on 500 beautiful acres. All lodges are air-conditioned and incredibly comfortable. Camp staff hand-selected with a ratio of 3:1. Campers are loved, nurtured, challenged and have the time of their lives. Space is limited.

The Wave Day Camp at First Baptist Hendersonville 106 Bluegrass Commons Blvd., Hendersonville fbchendersonville.com/wave • daycamp@fbchtn.org

615-447-1397

The Wave provides an exciting, safe, Christ-centered camping environment for kids grades K - 8, Mon. - Fri., 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Each week has a unique theme highlighted by action-packed events including inflatables, water games, our own Olympics and more! Daily activities include music, culinary arts, library, art and recreation.

Whippoorwill Farm Day Camp 7840 Whippoorwill Lane, Fairview whippoorwill.com • camp@whippoorwill.com

Camp Juliette Low On Lookout Mountain in Cloudland, GA Located in northwest Georgia, CJL is an independent, non-profit summer camp for girls ages 7-17. 1 & 2 week sessions available.

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Day Camp at Grassland and Nolensville Elementary Schools; Camp Will Therapeutic Day Camp at Pearre Creek Elementary School; Summer Sports Camp Series (basketball, soccer, volleyball, tennis, pickleball, table tennis, sports performance conditioning); teen adventure trips; “Boredom Busters” field trips; 200 specialty camps (dance, tumbling and cheer); Princess and Super Hero Training Academies; science and technology camps, art. Summer Activities Guide available on our website or by calling our office.

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Located in the mountains of Southeast Tennessee, Camp Ocoee has been providing children with wilderness adventures since 1923. One-week sessions for boys and girls ages 7 - 15. 4:1 camper to staff ratio.

Strong Christian environment. Activities include paintball, whitewater rafting, SUP, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking, camp-outs and many more.

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Camping at the Y is about learning skills, developing character, and making friends. Our camps are also places where kids become a community as they engage in physical, social, and educational activities that teach how to be more independent and contribute to a group. Each week includes swimming and field trips.

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The summer component of the YMCA’s Fun Company out-of-school time program, Summer Adventure offers campers daily fun in a safe, supervised environment. Offering full-day excitement, campers will learn skills, develop character, and make new friends, all while engaging in physical, social, and educational activities.

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DAILY ACTIVITIES Events in day-to-day order.

BUNNY HOPS Easter’s Sunday, April 5, but some of the fun starts this month. Spot the egg for events with an Easter theme.

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ON STAGES Find this month’s dance, music and theater shows.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES Recurring opportunities for all ages.

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PARENT PLANNER Events that require advance registration.

103 CHADDERBOX See the Newsies exhibit now before the show comes to town, view geometric art in nature at Warner Parks Nature center and students get free admission at the Hall of Fame.

Pippin This touring Broadway musical is about a mysterious performing troupe whose central character is a young prince searching for meaning and significance. It’s at TPAC March 10 - 15. See “On Stages,” page 94, for details.

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daily activities Sun 1 Creative Zone: Make a Hall of Fame Medallion or Plaque

Celebrate your favorite Country Music Hall of Fame inductee (or create your own election) by making a commemorative medal or plaque. All ages.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12); 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

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Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

FREE Middle Tennessee Home Show

Find a variety of home decorating and design ideas.

All ages. Hendersonville Expo Center, 90 Volunteer Drive, Hendersonville; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 824-2818.

Sam’s Place

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

Mon 2 Bluebird in the ‘Boro

Taking place today through Wednesday, this benefit for Alive Hospice includes dinner, drinks and live entertainment

Also see: by hit songwriters. Mayday Brewery, 521 Old Salem Road, Murfreesboro; 6 - 10 p.m.; $100; 346-8698 or alivehospice.org/boro.

Knee-High Naturalist: I Spy Animal Tracks

Learn about animal footprints while exploring different types of tracks and making a footprint collage. Ages 3 - 5. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 10 11:30 a.m.; $10/ adult and one child, $7 each additional person; 370-4672 or owlshill. org.

Tue 3 FREE Book Launch

Meet young adult author David Arnold during a launch party for his new novel, Mosquitoland.

Ages 12 and older. Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; 9532243 or parnassusbooks.net.

FREE IHOP National Pancake Day

Sink your teeth into a free stack of buttermilk pancakes. Guests are encouraged to make a $5 donation to the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Visit the website for the complete list of Middle Tennessee locations.

All ages; 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.; ihop.com.

Knee-High Naturalist: I Spy Animal Tracks

Learn about animal footprints while exploring different types of tracks and making a footprint

collage. Ages 3 - 5. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 10 11:30 a.m.; $10 per adult and one child, $7 each additional person; 370-4672 or owlshill. org.

FREE Music with Ms. Shannon

Preschoolers can enjoy music appreciation, songs and learning through playing with musical instruments. Ages 3 - 5.

Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

Tuesdays for Tots: TREEmendous Art

Make a tree-mendous decoration in celebration of Tennessee’s Arbor Day. Ages 3 - 5. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Wed 4 Homeschool Creativity Class Learn the basics of art in a hands-on environment and create in a variety of mediums.

Ages 8 - 11. McFadden Community Center, 221 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro; 2 - 3 p.m.; $3; 867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Ohio Valley Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball

Enjoy college basketball today through Saturday. Game times and ticket prices vary. All ages.

Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Ave. N., Nashville; 12 p.m.; nashvilleauditorium.com.

Thu 5 FREE Country Music Cluster Dog Show

Amy Grant performs during Sam’s Place at the Ryman on Sunday, March 1. The concert benefits orphan care through Show Hope.

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The Nashville and Tullahoma Kennel Clubs host this dog show where a variety of breeds compete. You can also shop for pooch products.

All ages. Williamson County Ag Expo Center, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin; 8 a.m.; nashvillekennelclub.org.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES Page 97, for additional events taking place this month.

PARENT PLANNER Page 99, to register your child for upcoming events requiring advance registration.

For area LIBRARY STORYTIMES & EVENTS, go to nashvilleparent.com and click on the “Things To Do” tab.

Harlem Ambassadors vs. Middle Tennessee Tribe

Enjoy a comedy filled basketball game. All ages. Riverdale High School, 802 Warrior Drive, Murfreesboro; 7 p.m.; $10 ages 5 and older; 426-1294.

Nashville Lawn and Garden Show

Explore live gardens, fountains, waterfalls, gazebos, outdoor living spaces and a vendor marketplace. All ages.

Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; $10 adults ($15 for a four-day pass), $1 ages 12 and younger; nashvillelawnandgardenshow. com.

Predators Hockey

Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the New York Islanders. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $35 - $220; 770-7800 or bridgestonearena.com.

FREE Sunshine Dance Class

This program focuses on choreography and the skills it takes to pick up dance routines.

Ages 8 - 14. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; free with Sunshine Players membership ($25); 8677244 or murfreesborotn.gov.

Terry Fator

Winner of America’s Got Talent Season 2, Terry Fator’s live show includes comedy, puppets, celebrity impressions and more.

Ages 12 and older. TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick

St., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $57.50 - $127.50; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

Fri 6 Best Buddies Gala & Casino

This benefit for Best Buddies Tennessee includes a champagne reception and other activities. Adults. Omni Hotel, 250 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 6 - 11 p.m.; $250 - $300; 8912046 or bestbuddiestennessee. org.

FREE Country Music Cluster Dog Show

The Nashville and Tullahoma Kennel Clubs host this dog show where a variety of breeds compete. You can also shop for pooch products.

All ages. Williamson County Ag Expo Center, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin; 8 a.m.; nashvillekennelclub.org.

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Please see “On Stages,” page 90.

Food for Thought

This benefit for Benton Hall Academy includes food by local chefs, a silent auction and live music by local band Krunch.

All ages. Nashville Farmers’ Market, 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville; 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.; $50; bentonhallacademy. org.

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Explore live gardens, fountains, waterfalls, gazebos, outdoor living spaces and a vendor marketplace. All ages.

Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; $10 adults ($15 for a four-day pass), $1 kids; nashvillelawnandgardenshow. com.

SRO Special Needs Kids Rodeo

This Lone Star Rodeo includes riding contests, barrel races and contests for ages 10 and younger. Proceeds benefit the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Departments SRO program.

Tennessee Miller Coliseum, 304-B Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 kids; 904-3070 or mtsu.edu/tmc.

Sat 7 FREE Jack and the Beanstalk

Nashville Opera presents a 40-minute operatic version of this popular fairy tale set to the music of Gilbert and Sullivan. All ages. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; 8325242 or nashvilleopera.org.

FREE Animal Encounters

Meet one of the center’s resident animals that calls Tennessee home. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.

Ballet Ball

This black-tie fundraiser for Nashville Ballet includes a cocktail hour, gourmet dinner, Nashville Ballet performance with live music, and dancing with a live band during the late party. The late party begins at 8:30 p.m. Adults. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $600 (late party only tickets are $125 - $175); 297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com/ballet-ball.

Bear Bash Carnival Families can enjoy carnival

activities, prizes, a craft bazaar, food trucks and a silent auction.

All ages. Davidson Academy, 1414 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; individual game tickets are $1 (wristbands are $20); 4242499 or davidsonacademy. com.

FREE Brentwood Firefighter and Engine Visit

Children can learn what firefighters do and have fun climbing inside the cab of the Brentwood fire truck. Ages 4 and older. Brentwood Library parking lot, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 10:30 11:30 a.m.; 371-0090, ext.

8290, or brentwood-tn.org/ library.

Collectors’ Day

Middle Tennessee’s most passionate collectors gather to show off their prized possessions. See collections of everything from Godzillas to PEZ dispensers. All ages.

Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $13 adults, $11 ages 2 - 12; 862-5160 or adventuresci.org.

FREE Country Music Cluster Dog Show

The Nashville and Tullahoma Kennel Clubs host this dog show where a variety of breeds compete. You can also shop for pooch products, and from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., kids can enjoy hands-on fun with the show dogs. All ages. Williamson County Ag Expo Center, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin; 8 a.m.; nashvillekennelclub.org.

FREE Dog Days Family Event

This day of Fido fun includes a free family pet photo, seminars, giveaways, health and wellness checks, microchipping, grooming demos and more.

Some services require fees.

All ages. Bass Pro Shop, 433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 514-5200 or basspro.com.

Empower Your Birth

See Donelson Fellowship in “The Parent Planner” on page 100.

Family Studio Drop-In ARTivities

As part of Cheekwood in Bloom, visit the studio to create an interactive spring-themed art project. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE La Leche League of Williamson County Participate in breastfeeding discussions and ask questions. Parents. Hope Church, 137 Fourth Ave. S., Franklin; 10 a.m.; 931-3089817 or facebook.com/ lllofwillimasoncounty.

Nashville Lawn and Garden Show

Explore live gardens, fountains, waterfalls, gazebos, outdoor living spaces and a vendor marketplace. All ages.

Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; $10 adults ($15 for a four-day pass), $1 kids; nashvillelawnandgardenshow. com.

FREE Old House Fair

This day-long festival presents new ideas, advice, materials and services for homeowners.

Kids’ activities include scavenger hunts and crafts that educate about Nashville’s history and architecture. Ages 5 and older. Sevier Park Community Center, 3021 Lealand Lane, Nashville; 9 a.m.; 862-7970 or oldhousefair.org.

Predators Hockey

Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Winnipeg Jets. All ages.

Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 6 p.m.; $35 - $220; 770-7800 or bridgestonearena.com.

FREE Seuss Celebration

Join Read to Succeed and Read Across America for a Dr. Seuss event that includes crafts, stories, birthday cake, a photo booth and more. All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 890-2300 or explorethedc.org.

FREE Spring Craft Show

Stock up on spring decor, handmade items, candles, clothing, pet items, jewelry, gifts and Easter goodies. All ages.

Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 302-0971, ext. 2210, or wcparksandrec.com.

Spring Gardening Class: In the Beginning A master gardener leads an informal discussion about seed starting, ground breaking, raised beds and invasive plants.

All ages. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

Whiskey Warmer

Enjoy a variety of whiskey samples, food and live music.

Adults. The Lake at Westhaven, 1001 Westhaven Blvd., Franklin; 6 p.m.; $35; 2972798.

Sun 8 FREE Country Music Cluster Dog Show

The Nashville and Tullahoma Kennel Clubs host this dog show where a variety of breeds compete. You can also shop for pooch products.

All ages. Williamson County Ag Expo Center, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin; 8 a.m.; nashvillekennelclub.org.

Creative Zone: Make a Hall of Fame Medallion or Plaque

Celebrate your favorite Country Music Hall of Fame inductee (or create your own election) by making a commemorative medal or plaque. All ages.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12); 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

FREE Deer Run Summer Camp Open House

Families with day and overnight

Kids can enjoy the Seuss Celebration at the Discovery Center in Murfreesboro on Saturday, March 7. campers can drop by for a walking tour of the facilities and meet directors and staff. Ages 5 - 17. Deer Run Camps & Retreats, 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station; 2 - 4 p.m.; 794-2918 or camps. deerrunretreat.org.

FREE Make Letterpress Art with Hatch Show Print Get creative by making prints while exploring old-school letterpress art making. All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 12, 1 and 2 p.m.; 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

Nashville Lawn and Garden Show

Explore live gardens, fountains, waterfalls, gazebos, outdoor living spaces and a vendor marketplace. All ages.

Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $10 adults ($15 for a four-day pass), $1 ages 12 and younger; nashvillelawnandgardenshow. com.

Taste of Williamson

Nearly 40 local restaurants will have items to sample from their menus. Proceeds benefit United Way of Williamson County. All ages. CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin; 7 - 9 p.m.; $35 in advance, $40 at the door; 771-2312 or tasteofwilliamson.com. (please turn the page)

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Saturday, March 28 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. during the Easter Eggstravaganza. Rain date is Saturday, April 4.

The Belle Meade Bunnies are Back!

Phillips Toy Mart celebrates 30 years of its annual Eastertime tradition of live bunnies in the store. From March 7 - April 4, bring the kids in to see happy little hares hopping about in a large habitat — and don’t forget your camera! The store is located at 5207 Harding Pike in Nashville’s Belle Meade area.

Hours are Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Call 352-5363 or visit phillipstoymart.com.

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The star of The Late Late Show brings his “Hot & Grumpy Tour: Walking on Earth” show to Music City. Ages 16 and older. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $39.50 - $59.50; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

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Join registered dietician Rachel Bicker for a “Super Smoothies” demonstration as she talks about ways to incorporate spinach into family snacks. All ages.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 11 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc.org.

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Igniting Voices Speaker Series

Hear Ben Carson, M.D., speak about growing up in the inner city in an impoverished singleparent home and his dream of becoming a doctor, his scholarship to Yale and his 39 years as the director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore.

Includes dinner. Adults. Music City Center, 201 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $250; 210-6698 or igniting-voices. com/.

Multi-Cultural Night

Enjoy food samplings and learning about other cultures.

All ages. Lancaster Christian Academy, 150 Soccer Way, Smyrna; 6:30 p.m.; food sampling tickets are 25 cents each; 223-0451 or lancasterchristianacademy.org.

FREE Music with Ms. Shannon

Preschoolers can enjoy music appreciation, songs and learning through playing with musical instruments. Ages 3 - 5.

Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

Pippin

Please see “On Stages,” page 94.

The Fly Fishing Film Tour

See fly fishing films from around the world and hear tales. All ages. TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $21; 782-4040 or tpac. org.

Tuesdays for Tots: Look in a Book: Elmer

Read Elmer by David McKee on your own then visit the studio to create your own elephant project. Ages 3 - 5.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Wed 11 FREE Carnival of the Animals

Nashville Ballet presents a dance show for kids. All ages.

Mt. Juliet Community Center, 1075 Charlie Daniels Pkwy., Mt. Juliet; 10 a.m.; 297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.

Homeschool Creativity Class

create in a variety of mediums.

Ages 8 - 11. McFadden Community Center, 221 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro; 2 - 3 p.m.; $3; 867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Santana

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

FREE St. Patty’s Kid’s Day

Bounce on inflatables, embark on a shamrock scavenger hunt, decorate cookies, play games for prizes, enjoy touch-a-truck activities and more. All ages.

Charlie Daniels Park, 1075 Charlie Daniels Pkwy., Mt. Juliet; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 758-6522 or mjparksandrec.org.

SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament

Experience SEC basketball. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 6 and 8:30 p.m.; $360 - $425; 7702000 or bridgestonearena.com.

Thu 12 Aegis Sciences Classical Series: Beethoven and Thomas Hampson

Please see “On Stages,” page 90.

Death of a Salesman

Please see “On Stages,” page 94.

FREE Honk!

Nashville Ballet presents a dance show for kids. All ages.

South Cheatham County Library, 358 Maple St., Kingston Springs; 10:30 a.m.; 2972966 or nashvilleballet.com.

Laurie Anderson: The Language of the Future

Laurie Anderson presents a collection of songs and stories about contemporary culture.

All ages. OZ Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $45; 350-7200 or oznashville.com.

Learn the basics of art in a hands-on environment and

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Enjoy speakers, lunch and a tree-planting tour. All ages.

Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 11 a.m. 1 p.m.; 862-8400 or nashville. gov/parks.

SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament Experience SEC basketball.

All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 12, 2:30, 6 and 8:30 p.m.; $360 - $425; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

FREE Sunshine Dance Class

This program focuses on choreography and the skills it takes to pick up dance routines.

Ages 8 - 14. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; free with Sunshine Players membership ($25); 8677244 or murfreesborotn.gov/ parks.

Tennessee Flavors

This student scholarship fundraising event features more than 80 food and drink vendors. Nashville State Community College, 120 White Bridge Road, Nashville; 5:30 p.m.; $50; 931-353-3743 or tnflavors.org/.

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music performances, celebrity guests, a live auction and five amateur boxing matches sanctioned by USA Boxing.

Proceeds benefit the Charley Foundation, an organization that provides assistance to disabled and underprivileged children in Middle Tennessee. All ages.

The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; 5 p.m.; $250; charleyfoundation.org/ row-welcome.html.

SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament Experience SEC basketball.

All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 12, 2:30, 6 and 8:30 p.m.; $360 - $425; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

Sat 14 FREE Carnival of the Animals

Nashville Ballet presents a dance show for kids. All ages. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; 297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.

FREE Jack and the Beanstalk

Fri 13

Nashville Opera presents a 40-minute operatic version of this popular fairy tale set to the music of Gilbert and Sullivan.

All ages. Casa Azafran, 2195 Nolensville Pike, Nashville at 10 a.m.; and Goodlettsville Branch Library, 205 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville at 2 p.m.; 832-5242 or nashvilleopera. org.

Laurie Anderson: The Language of the Future

FREE Animal Encounters

We Will Rock You

Please see “On Stages,” page 94.

Laurie Anderson presents a collection of songs and stories about contemporary culture.

All ages. OZ Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $45; 350-7200 or oznashville.com.

Meet one of the center’s resident animals that calls Tennessee home. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.

Memphis the Musical

FREE Bird Club

Please see “On Stages,” page 94.

Ringside: A Fight for Kids

This charity boxing event features a gourmet dinner, live

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Embark on a walk with a naturalist searching for spring migrants and resident birds of Tennessee. All ages. Nickajack Wetlands, Murfreesboro (call for directions); 9 a.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE Brain Power Hour

This workshop features games that test memory skills, attention ability and processing speed along with giveaways and snacks. LearningRx, 5554 Franklin Pike, Ste. 200, Brentwood; 953-8899.

FREE Dog Days Family Event

This day of Fido fun includes a free family pet photo, seminars, giveaways, health and wellness checks, microchipping, grooming demos and more.

Some services require fees.

All ages. Bass Pro Shop, 433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 514-5200 or basspro.com.

Dome Club: “Coral Rekindling Venus”

Experience a full-dome planetarium experience when music joins a visual journey into a mysterious realm of fluorescent coral reefs and rare marine life.

All ages. Sudekum Planetarium, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 6 p.m.; $6 members, $8 non-members; 862-5160 or adventuresci.org.

FREE El Roi — The Movement

This multi-genre art event consists of a portrait gallery, interactive discussion, spoken word introduction, dance presentation and a debriefing/Q&A. The Fortress, 1500 Clinton St., Nashville; 6 - 8 p.m.; 336692-8932 or eventbrite. com/e/el-roi-the-movementtickets-15711686076.

Family Program: Fiddle 101

Learn fiddle history along with playing techniques during this hands-on workshop. Ages 7 and older. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 12:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12); 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

Family Studio Drop-In ARTivities

As part of Cheekwood in Bloom, visit the studio to create

Families can explore numbers and measurements during National Pi Day at Adventure Science Center on Saturday, March. 14. an interactive spring-themed art project. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.

National Pi Day

Have fun exploring the neverending number, Pi (3.14159…) through a variety of activities.

All ages. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $13 adults, $11 ages 2 - 12; 862-5160 or adventuresci.org.

FREE Opening Reception: Geometry in Art and Nature

See “Chadderbox,” page 103.

Pi Day

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Second Saturday

Catch three after-hours laser shows: Laser Queen (8:30 p.m.), Laser Zeppelin (9:30 p.m.) and Laser Dark (10:30 p.m.). All ages. Sudekum Planetarium, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 8:30 p.m.; $8 per show or all three for $20; 862-5160 or adventuresci.org.

Shamrock Run

Participate in a timed 5K or 10K walk/run through downtown Gallatin that benefits education programs for K - 12 students in the city. All ages.

Calvin Short Football Field, 695 E. Main St., Gallatin; 6:30 a.m.; $35 for the 5K, $45 for the 10K; gallatintn.org.

Experience a day of visual art, live performances and discussions with a focus on the connections of science, technology, engineering, art and math. All ages. OZ Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville; 9:26 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $20; 350-7200 or oznashville. com.

FREE Spring Fling In-House Figure Skating Competition

FREE Pi Day

Spring Gardening Class: Gardeners Know All the Dirt

Have fun celebrating Pi Day with pi-inspired art, pie tastings, creating pie shakers and more.

All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad Street, Murfreesboro; 11 a.m.

- 2 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc.org.

SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament

Experience SEC basketball. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 12 and 2:30 p.m.; $360 - $425; 770-

Enjoy an afternoon watching figure skaters showcase their skills on the ice. All ages.

A-Game Sportsplex, 215 Gothic Court, Franklin; 11:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; 778-9825 or agameskateacademy.com.

A master gardener leads an informal discussion on composting plus soil enrichment with green manure. All ages. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

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Email: lily@destinationsinflorida.com Local Phone: 615-766-7126 Toll Free: 877-413-3880 Website: destinationsinflorida.com

Lily’s credentials: Disney College of Knowledge, Orlando Expert Specialist, Universal Parks & Resorts Specialist, Sea World Parks Specialist, Atlantis Specialist, Sandals & Beaches Certified, NCL Freestyle Specialist, Royal Caribbean’s University of WOW, Carnival Cruise Line Funoligist, Palace Resorts Specialist, Paradisus Resorts Specialist (Melia Hotels International)

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Food, Fun and entertainment for the whole family!

opry mills 615-514-3000 www.rainforestcafe.com

If you have a negative blood type (RH-), had 2 or more pregnancies or a blood transfusion or have been told you have an antibody; You may qualify to help produce a RhoGAM ® vaccine.

You may be compensated $500+ per month.

Southern Blood Services, Inc. Southern Blood Services 615-342-0180 or www.southernbloodservices.com

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Mon 16 FREE Cone Day

Dairy Queen locations are doling out free small vanilla soft-serve cones. Guests are encouraged to make a donation to the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Visit the website for all Middle Tennessee locations. All ages; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; dairyqueen.com.

Fleetwood Mac

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

The Nashville Library Puppet Truck presents The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings at Cheekwood on Saturday, March 21.

FREE Star Party

Join astronomers from Adventure Science Center and gaze at the night sky through telescopes. All ages. Long Hunter State Park, 2910 Hobson Pike, Nashville; 8 - 10 p.m.; 862-5160 or adventuresci.org.

Hunt

FREE West End UMC Easter Egg

Bring a basket and have fun collecting eggs. Ages 2 - 10.

West End United Methodist Church, 2200 West End Ave., Nashville; 10 - 11:45 a.m.; 321-8500 or westendumc.org.

Sun 15 FREE Jack and the Beanstalk

Nashville Opera presents a 40-minute operatic version of this popular fairy tale. All ages. Belle Meade Plantation, 5025 Harding Pike, Nashville; 2 p.m.; 832-5242 or nashvilleopera.org.

Andrew Jackson’s 248th Birthday

Visit The Hermitage at half-price admission today in honor of President Jackson’s birthday. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachels Lane, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 children; 8892941 or thehermitage.com.

FREE Artful Tales: “I’ll Be Free”

Listen and play along as an artrelated story comes to life, then

St. Patrick’s Pops

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

visit the art studios to make a related artwork. All ages. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 2 - 3 p.m.; 244-3340 or fristcenter. org.

Tue 17

Creative Zone: Make a Hall of Fame Medallion or Plaque

FREE Music with Ms. Shannon

Celebrate your favorite Country Music Hall of Fame inductee (or create your own election) by making a commemorative medal or plaque. All ages.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12); 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

FREE Nashville St. Patrick’s Festival

Enjoy a day of live music, food and beer. All ages. East Park, 700 Woodland St., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; nashvillestpattys.com/.

SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament

Experience SEC basketball. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 12 p.m.; $360 - $425; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

The Sing-Off Tour

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

Vienna Boys Choir

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Preschoolers can enjoy music appreciation, songs and learning through playing with musical instruments. Ages 3 - 5.

Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

Predators Hockey

Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Minnesota Wild. All ages.

Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $35 - $220; 770-7800 or bridgestonearena.com.

Tuesdays for Tots: Happy St. Pat’s!

Make a green St. Patrick’s Day project. Ages 3 - 5.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Wed 18 Homeschool Creativity Class Learn the basics of art in a hands-on environment and create in a variety of mediums.

Ages 8 - 11. McFadden Community Center, 221

Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro; 2 - 3 p.m.; $3; 867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Sat 21

Tango Buenos Aires

Please see “On Stages,” page 90.

Please see “On Stages,” page 90.

Thu 19

Celtic Rhythms on Fire

FREE Animal Encounters

FirstBank Pops Series: Boyz II Men Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

Meet a resident animal that calls Tennessee home. All ages.

The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE Science Cafe

Art for Animals

Meet local scientists and participate in the discussion, “Perception vs. Technology.”

Adults. Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; 8625160 or adventuresci.org.

FREE Sunshine Dance Class

This program focuses on choreography and the skills it takes to pick up dance routines.

Ages 8 - 14. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; free with Sunshine Players membership ($25); 8677244 or murfreesborotn.gov/ parks.

Fri 20 Disney’s Tarzan

Please see “On Stages,” page 94.

FREE Hike Day

Embark on a guided hike through the spring woods.

Choose easy, moderate or strenuous routes. All ages. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 1 - 1:30 p.m.; 370-4672 or owlshill.org.

Lancaster Coffee House

Enjoy coffee and pastries while LCA students provide entertainment. All ages.

Lancaster Christian Academy, 150 Soccer Way, Smyrna; 7:30 - 9 p.m.; $5; 223-0451 or lancasterchristianacademy. org.

Enjoy a live art auction, silent auction, photo booth and more.

Proceeds benefit Pet Community Center, a low-cost spay/neuter clinic in Nashville. All ages.

Riverwood Mansion, 1883 Welcome Lane, Nashville; 5:30 - 9 p.m.; $40 in advance, $50 at the door; 615-512-5001 or nashvilleartforanimals.com/.

Boutique Bazaar

More than 60 vendors include area boutiques and artisans, and the first 50 guests receive a free grab bag. All ages.

The Depot Square, 254 W. Eastland Ave., Gallatin; 9 a.m.

- 3 p.m.; $1; facebook.com/ boutiquebazaargallatin.

FREE Community Outreach Day: Pickin’ on Privet

Learn about invasive plants like Chinese privet and Japanese honeysuckle, then help remove them. Ages 12 and older.

The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE Crappie USA Kids Fishing Rodeo Kids in two divisions (7 and younger and 8 - 12 years) can participate in the Crappie USA Tournament. There are prizes for all who enter, and top winners in each division will win rod-reel combinations and certificates.

All entrants are eligible for the Crappie USA Scholarship drawing. Flipper’s Bait and Tackle, 200 Odoms Bend Road, Gallatin; 9 - 11 a.m.; 452-7719 or crappieusa.com/ crappie_kids.cfm.

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daily activities FREE David Deaton Karate Open House

Celebrating its 45th anniversary, the karate studio offers free trial classes to ages 4 - 6 (9:30 a.m.) and 7 - 11 (10:45 a.m.). David Deaton Karate Studios, 761 W. Main St., Hendersonville; 9:30 a.m.; 824-9111 or daviddeaton.com.

DelMonaco Winery Excursion Train

Enjoy a train ride to the DelMonaco Winery in Baxter with an on-board wine tasting and tour of the winery during the layover. Ages 21 and older.

Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville; 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $60 - $125; 241-0436 or tcry.org.

Family Program: Denim Designs

Alan Jackson’s denim style serves as inspiration during this hands-on program where you can make your own denim design or costume template.

All ages. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 12:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

Family Studio Drop-In ARTivities

As part of Cheekwood in Bloom, visit the studio to create an interactive spring-themed art project. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.

Garden Demonstration As part of Cheekwood in Bloom, Steve Murphree leads a demonstration titled, “Friendly Bugs and Big, Bad Pests.”

All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Garden Tales

Music, dance and interactive reading bring nature-themed

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children’s books to life. All ages.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 and 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings

The Nashville Public Library Puppet Truck presents an original Tom Tichenor marionette play about a rabbit who learns a valuable lesson when his wish comes true. All ages.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.

Mandy Barnett

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

MTCS Trivia Night

Student and adult teams of six can play trivia games for prizes. Dinner is guaranteed if you register by Friday, March 13, and a silent auction takes place, too. Proceeds benefit the school’s band and chorus programs. All ages.

Middle Tennessee Christian School, 100 MTCS Road, Murfreesboro; 6 p.m.; $60 student teams, $120 adult teams; mtcsbandparents@gmail. com.

Nashville Doll, Bear and Toy Show

Nashville Predators Foundation which raises money for local charities. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 10 a.m.; $45 in advance, $50 race day; predators.nhl.com/club/page. htm?id=85559.

FREE Opry Mills Easter

Meet the Easter Bunny, participate in craft activities and more. All ages. Opry Mills, 433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville; 12 - 2 p.m.; 5141000 or oprymills.com.

Predators Hockey

Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Buffalo Sabres. All ages.

Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $35 - $220; 770-7800 or bridgestonearena.com.

Preschool Program: Song & Storytime

Hear a story, sing a song and create art inspired by Dolly Parton’s song, “Coat of Many Colors.” Ages 3 - 5.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10:30 a.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

Repticon Nashville

This show features a range of antique to modern dolls, toys and stuffed bears. Doll repairs are available, too. All ages.

Marriott Opryland/Airport Cumberland Ballroom, 600 Marriott Drive, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $6 adults, free ages 12 and younger and Scouts in uniform; 803-7838049 or knightshows.com.

Vendors offer reptile pets, supplies and merchandise, and you can also attend live animal seminars and win prize raffles.

All ages. Jamison Hall at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 ages 5 - 12; 863268-4273 or repticon.com/ nashville.html.

Nashville Free to Breathe 5K

This fourth annual 15K/5K and one-mile fun run benefits rehabilitation and skilled nursing services for children served by Special Kids. All ages. Murfreesboro Medical Clinic, 1272 Garrison Drive, Murfreesboro; 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $45 for the 15K, $40 for the 5K, $20 fun run; 615-8934892 or specialkidsrace.org/.

This inaugural 5K raises money for lung cancer research. All ages. Shelby Park, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 8 a.m.; $25 in advance, $30 race day; freetobreathe.org.

Nashville Predators Fangtastic 5K

Participate in a 5K race with the

Special Kids Race

Kids can see a variety of reptiles and other exotic critters during Repticon Nashville at The Factory at Franklin, March 21 - 22.

Spring Gardening Class: Tooling Around

A master gardener leads an informal discussion about taking care of garden tools and successful pruning. All ages. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

TedxNashville 2015

Leaders in technology, entertainment, design, science, art, education, government, public policy, health care and other areas will share their remarkable thoughts and ideas focused on creating positive changes in our society. All ages. TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 10 a.m.; call for ticket info; 7824040 or tpac.org.

The Ann & Monroe Carell Family Trust Pied Piper Series

Please see “On Stages,” page 90.

Sun 22 Creative Zone: Make a Hall of Fame Medallion or Plaque

Celebrate your favorite Country Music Hall of Fame inductee (or create your own election) by making a commemorative medal or plaque. All ages.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.95 adults, $14.95 ages 6 - 12); 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

Music City Half Marathon & 10K

Stretch your legs and participate in a marathon through downtown Nashville. All ages.

Public Square, Nashville; 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; $40 for the 10K, $85 for the half; teammagic.com/.

Repticon Nashville

Vendors offer reptile pets, supplies and merchandise, and you can also attend live animal seminars and win prize raffles.

All ages. Jamison Hall at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 ages 5 - 12; 863268-4273 or repticon.com/ nashville.html.

Tue 24 FREE Honk!

Nashville Ballet presents a dance show for kids. All ages. Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Road W., Smyrna; 10 a.m.; 297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.

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Your Nashville Symphony | Live at the schermerhorn

APRIL 11 at 11 am FREE, FAMILY-FRIENDLY PRE-CONCERT ACTIVITIES STARTING AT 10 AM! Joined by ballet dancers onstage, the Nashville Symphony performs music from Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty and Nutcracker.

MORE FAMILY FUN COMING TO THE SCHERMERHORN

THE ADVENTURES OF YOUNG AMADEUS

BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY II

March 21 at 11 AM

June 12 at 1 & 7 PM

with the Nashville Symphony

615.687.6400

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PIXAR IN CONCERT in HD with the Nashville Symphony

June 25 at 7 PM June 26 at 1 & 7 PM

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Preschoolers can enjoy music appreciation, songs and learning through playing with musical instruments. Ages 3 - 5.

Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

Predators Hockey

Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Montreal Canadiens. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $35 - $220; 770-7800 or bridgestonearena.com.

Tin Pan South

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

Tuesdays for Tots: Cheekwood in Bloom

Also see ONGOING ACTIVITIES on page 97 and THE PARENT PLANNER on page 99 to register for future events

Robert Irvine Live

Food Network celebrity chef Robert Irvine brings his live show to Music City complete with audience interaction, cooking demonstrations and more. All ages. TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $40 - $100; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

FREE Sunshine Dance Class

This program focuses on choreography and the skills it takes to pick up dance routines.

Ages 8 - 14. The Washington Theatre at Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 6 - 7 p.m.; free with Sunshine Players membership ($25); 8677244 or murfreesborotn.gov/ parks.

Transfiguration

Stop by the studio to create a flower growth chart. Ages 3 - 5.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

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Nashville Ballet presents a dance show for kids. All ages.

Coleman Park Community Center, 384 E. Thompson Lane, Nashville; 11 a.m.; 297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.

Homeschool Creativity Class Learn the basics of art in a hands-on environment and create in a variety of mediums.

Ages 8 - 11. McFadden Community Center, 221 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro; 2 - 3 p.m.; $3; 867-7244 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Thu 26 Collage

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FREE Ferdinand the Bull

Nashville Ballet presents a dance show for kids. All ages.

Parkwood Community Center, 3220 Vailview Drive, Nashville; 11 a.m.; 297-2966 or nashvilleballet.com.

Kenny Chesney

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FAB Beatles Revue

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Godspell

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Great Futures Gala

This benefit for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee features a Hollywood celebrity host (TBA), cocktails, dinner, a silent auction, celebrity Q&A and more. All ages. Omni Hotel, 250 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 5 p.m.; Call for ticket info; 983-6836 or bgcmt.org.

FREE Kids Fun Club

Have fun at the first installment of the new Kids Fun Club, presented by Nashville Parent.

Enjoy a Frozen story and sing with Princess Elsa, then do an Easter-egg craft to take home.

All ages. RiverGate Mall, 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 11 a.m.; 859-3458 or rivergate-mall.com.

Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus Live!

Please see “On Stages,” page 94.

Sat 28 2015 Spring Soiree

Comedian Nate Bargatze hosts this black-tie gala benefiting the Tennessee Kidney Foundation that includes dinner, cocktails, an auction, live music and dancing. Adults. Omni Hotel, 250 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 6 p.m.; $250; springsoiree.org/.

Ferdinand the Bull

Nashville Ballet presents this Picasso-inspired interpretation of the story of a bull who prefers flowers to fighting. All ages.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.

A Night of Music

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

FREE Animal Encounters

Meet one of the center’s resident animals that calls Tennessee home. All ages. The Wilderness Station, 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 2 p.m.; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn. gov/parks.

Art Explorations: Printmaking

Join artist Meghan O’Connor to explore the art of creating prints through a variety of methods.

All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc. org.

Bite Into a Healthy Lifestyle

Join registered dietician Rachel Bicker for a “Snack on a Stick” demonstration about creating easy-to-eat healthy snacks.

All ages. Discovery Center at

Mandy Barnett performs a night of country/pop music at 3rd & Lindsley on Saturday, March 21.

Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc. org.

Boardwalk Bash

This fundraiser for the Center for the Arts features a block party with cocktails, a catered dinner and dancing with a live band.

Adults. Center for the Arts, 110 W. College St., Murfreesboro; 6 p.m.; $100; 904-2787 or boroarts.org.

FREE Community Yard Sale

Have fun finding treasures at more than 50 booths. All ages.

Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 890-0355 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE David Deaton Karate Open House

Celebrating its 45th anniversary, the karate studio offers free trial classes to ages 4 - 6 (9:30 a.m.) and 7 - 11 (10:45 a.m.).

David Deaton Karate Studios, 204 Ward Cir., Brentwood; 9:30 a.m.; 377-1100 or daviddeaton.com.

FREE East Nashville Easter Egg Hunt

Bring a picnic and let your kids have fun searching for hidden eggs. All ages. East Park, 700 Woodland St., Nashville; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; nfcn.org/.

Easter Bunny Excursion Train

Ride the train to Watertown with the Easter Bunny and enjoy an egg hunt during the layover.

All ages. Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.; $21 - $75; 241-0436 or tcry.org.

FREE Fairview Easter Egg Hunt

Bring a basket and search for hidden eggs and take a pic with the Easter Bunny. All ages.

Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview; 10 a.m.; 591-8524 or wcparksandrec.com.

Family Studio Drop-In ARTivities

As part of Cheekwood in Bloom, visit the studio to create an interactive spring-themed art project. All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 3568000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Franklin Easter Egg Hunt

Bring a basket and search for hidden eggs and take a pic with the Easter Bunny. All ages.

Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin; 10 a.m.; 591-8524 or wcparksandrec.com.

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Garden Demonstration As part of Cheekwood in Bloom, Steve Murphree leads a demonstration titled, “Friendly Bugs and Big, Bad Pests.”

All ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Garden Tales

Music, dance and interactive reading bring nature-themed children’s books to life. All ages.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 and 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Hendersonville Easter Eggstravaganza

Enjoy Easter egg hunts with prizes, games, live entertainment, face painting, inflatables, photos with the Easter Bunny and more.

All ages. Streets of Indian Lake, 300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; streetsofindianlake.com.

FREE La Vergne Easter Egg Hunt

Enjoy games, activities and finding hidden eggs. All ages.

Veterans Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, La Vergne; 9 a.m.; 793-3224 or lavergnetn.gov.

Magic All Stars

A night of comedy magic, mind reading and illusions.

All ages. Bongo After Hours Theatre, 2007 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $20 - $25; bongoafterhours.com.

FREE March Gladness Kidz Festival

and Shy’s Hill. All ages; 11 a.m.; civilwar.org/aboutus/ events/park-day/.

Roller Derby

Enjoy a night of roller derby when Power SIRG take on the Music City Brawl Stars at 5:30 p.m., then the All Stars challenge the Music City All Stars at 7 p.m. All ages.

Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Ave. N., Nashville; $15 adults, $10 students, $7 ages 7 - 12, free ages 6 and younger; nashvillerollergirls.com.

FREE Smyrna Easter Egg Hunt

Celebrate the end of winter and count down to spring with games, snacks, music, face painting and various activities. All ages. Nashville First Wesleyan Church, 611 Shelby Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 686-4786 or fwc-nashville.org.

Have fun searching for hidden eggs along with other activities.

All ages. Lee Victory Recreation Park, 110 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna; 1 p.m.; townofsmyrna. org.

FREE Park Day

Have fun searching for hidden eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, bounce on inflatables and more.

All ages. Southeast Community Center, 1277 12th Ave. S., Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; southeasteasterevent.com/.

The Civil War Trust sponsors this annual hands-on preservation event to help Civil War battlefields and historic sites take on maintenance projects. Local sites include Travellers Rest, Stones River National Battlefield

Signs of Spring Scavenger Hunt in the ‘Boro Spring is in the air, and Rutherford County kids can get back out in the great outdoors for a fun activity with Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation. The Signs of Spring Scavenger Hunt runs March 31 - April 30. All ages can pick up a scavenger hunt list at The Wilderness Station (697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro) then hit the trails and garden areas to look for the wonders of spring. Take a digital photo of each item found, then return to the station. Kids who find all 10 items will get a Wilderness Station patch (pictured above). For more info, call 217-3017 or go online to murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

FREE Southeast Nashville Easter Egg Hunt

FREE Spring Fling with the Easter Bunny

Meet the Easter Bunny, ride a trackless train, enjoy face painting and play on inflatables. All ages.

Providence Marketplace, 401 S. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet; 1 - 4 p.m.; 773-2298 or shopprovidencemarketplace.com.

Spring Gardening Class: Nature’s Best From the Seedy Part of Town

A master gardener leads an informal discussion about organic gardening, seed saving and butterfly havens. All ages. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 11 a.m.; free with gate admission ($15 adults, $10 ages 2 - 12); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

FREE Star Party

Science Center and gaze at the night sky through telescopes. All ages. Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 8 - 10 p.m.; 8625160 or adventuresci.org.

The Ride Out Tour

Please see “On Stages,” page 93.

Predators Hockey

Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Calgary Flames. All ages.

Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 4 p.m.; $35 - $220; 770-7800 or bridgestonearena.com.

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Underwater Egg Hunt

Nano Days

FREE Wonderland Egg Hunt

Tue 31

Have fun gathering eggs off the pool floor. Ages 2 - 9. Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 8 a.m.; $3; 893-7439 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

Hunt for eggs (an adult egg hunt is at 10:45 a.m.), make crafts and enjoy other activities.

All ages. Historic Rock Castle, 139 Rock Castle Lane, Hendersonville; 10 a.m.; 8240502 or historicrockcastle.com.

Explore the smallest science in a big way with special handson experiments and activities.

All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 11 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc.org.

FREE Music with Ms. Shannon

Sun 29

Preschoolers can enjoy music appreciation, songs and learning through playing with musical instruments. Ages 3 - 5.

Gallatin Public Library, 123 E. Main St., Gallatin; 10:30 a.m.; 452-1722 or gallatinlibrary.org.

Brian Regan

Nano Days

Enjoy a night of stand-up comedy. Ages 10 and older.

Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $42.50 - $47.50; 889-3060 or ryman.com.

Couture Construction

This benefit for Habitat for Humanity includes fashion, networking, cocktails and shopping. Adult women.

Dillard’s at The Mall at Green Hills, 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville; 6:30 - 9 p.m.; $50; habitatnashville.org/ womenbuildform/register.php.

FREE Craig Campbell’s Celebrity Cornhole and Concert This event raising awareness and funds for Fight Colorectal Cancer includes a cornhole tournament (admission applies to enter), live music, a public awareness fair, family activities and more. All ages.

Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m.

- 6 p.m.; 509-570-4670 or fightcolorectalcancer.org.

Explore the smallest science in a big way with special handson experiments and activities.

All ages. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 11 a.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc.org.

Predators Hockey

Cheer for the Nashville Predators when they challenge the Vancouver Canucks. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $35 - $220; 770-7800 or bridgestonearena.com.

Tuesdays for Tots: Bunny Hop

Transform yourself into a fluffy spring bunny with this art activity. Ages 3 - 5.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($14 adults, $7 ages 3 - 17); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Vince Gill & Friends

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Kids of all ages can enjoy hands-on activities, like conducting an orchestra via video-game technology, in the halls of the Schermerhorn Symphony Center one hour prior to the Nashville Symphony’s Pied Piper Series installment on Saturday, March 21.

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Music and theater this month!

dance Celtic Rhythms on Fire

March 21 - 22; All ages The Nashville Irish Step Dancers present a celebration of Irish culture and heritage. Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive, Nashville; Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $20 adults, $15 ages 3 - 12; nashvilleirishstedancers.com.

Collage

March 26 - 28; All ages MTSU’s Tucker Theater, 1301 E. Main St., Murfreesboro; 7:30 p.m.; $10 - $12 adults, $5 $7 students; 898-2181 or mtsu. edu/theatre.

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March 1 - 2; All ages Found Movement Group and BASECAMP present a night of concert dance and movement.

TPAC’s Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $31.50 - $41.50; 7824040 or tpac.org.

Tango Buenos Aires

Wednesday, March 18 All ages TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $30 - $50; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

music Aegis Sciences Classical Series: Beethoven & Thomas Hampson

March 12 - 14; All ages Baritone Thomas Hampson joins the Nashville Symphony for the world premiere of two new works by American Composer Richard Danielpour.

Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $22 - $138; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 11 a.m.; $14 - $28; 6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Franklin Pike Cir., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; 383-1815 or fpacnashville.org.

An Evening with Seth Avett and Jessica Lea Mayfield

The Beach Boys

Sunday, March 22; All ages Enjoy a night of pop music.

Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $55 - $149.50; 889-3060 or ryman.com.

Friday, March 6; All ages Renowned saxophonist Dave Koz performs a night of contemporary music (without orchestra). Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $22 - $138; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Tuesday, March 16; All ages Enjoy a night of folk rock music.

TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $47.50; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

The Ann & Monroe Carell Family Trust Pied Piper Series: The Adventures of Young Amadeus

Saturday, March 21; All ages The Nashville Symphony and Street Theatre Company present this concert designed especially for children. Show up one hour early for hands-on fun around the building with activities like a musical petting zoo, stories, crafts, games and more.

Chris Brown & Trey Songz

Sunday, March 1 Ages 14 and older Experience a night of R&B/ hip-hop music. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $49.75 - $199.75; 770-7800 or bridgestonearena.com.

Dave Koz

Dr. Dog

Friday, March 27; All ages A night of rock music with special guest mewithoutYou. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $29.50; 889-3060 or ryman. com.

FREE Concordia College Choir

Friday, March 6; All ages Enjoy an afternoon of music directed by Rene Clausen. First Presbyterian Church, 4815

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Every Wednesday; All ages Jim Lauderdale hosts this evening of live music featuring bands of different genres. Liberty Hall at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; 7 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 students; musiccityroots. com.

Nickelback

Sunday, March 22; All ages Canadian rock band Nickelback brings its “No Fixed Address Tour” to Music City. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $25 - $70; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

A Night of Music Enjoy the sounds of the Vienna Boys Choir on Sunday, March 15 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

Eighth Annual Jeffrey Steele and Friends Concert

Tuesday, March 10; All ages Enjoy live music by Jeffrey Steele and special guests. Proceeds benefit the Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund. The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 7 - 10 p.m.; $75; 321-4939 or cfmt.org/attend.

FAB Beatles Revue

Friday, March 27; All ages Enjoy a night of Beatles tunes. 3rd and Lindsley, 818 Third Ave. S., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $10; 259-9891 or 3rdandlindsley.com.

FirstBank Pops Series: Boyz II Men

March 19 - 21; All ages R&B group Boyz II Men join the Nashville Symphony for a night of music. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Thu 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 8 p.m.; $22 - $138; 6876400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Fleetwood Mac

Tuesday, March 16; All ages Enjoy a night of rock music.

Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $49.50 - $179.50; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

Gladys Knight

Friday, March 6; All ages Enjoy music by a seven-time Grammy legend. TPAC’s Jackson

Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $40 - $85; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

Gov’t Mule

Thursday, March 5; All ages An evening of southern rock music with special guest John Scofield. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $35; 889-3060 or ryman.com.

Kenny Chesney

March 26 - 27; All ages Enjoy a night of country music with Kenny Chesney and special guests Jake Owen and Chase Rice. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $39.15 - $81.50; 7702000 or bridgestonearena.com.

FREE Kid’s Hour

Tue, Fri & Sat; All ages Enjoy classic and country artists performing together live. Grand Ole Opry House, 2804 Opryland Drive, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $46.50 - $58.50; 800-7336779 or opry.com.

Every Wednesday Ages 10 and younger March 4: Mare Wakefield March 11: Jacob Johnson March 18: Ginger Sands March 25: Rachel Sumner Music and entertainment for kids. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 550-5660.

Jazz Artist Series

Mandy Barnett

Grand Ole Opry

Saturday, March 21; All ages Enjoy an evening of jazz music.

MTSU’s Hinton Hall, 1301 E. Main St., Murfreesboro; 7:30 p.m.; $10; 898-2493 or mtsu. edu.

FREE Jazz on the Move Sunday, March 22; All ages Director of Percussion Studies at MTSU Lalo Davila and his ninepiece Latin ensemble perform a number of Tito Puente’s most well-known compositions. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 3 p.m.; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org.

Saturday, March 21; All ages Enjoy an evening of country/ pop music. 3rd and Lindsley, 818 Third Ave. S., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $15; 259-9891 or 3rdandlindsley.com.

Michael English

Sunday, March 1; All ages A night of music with Christian artist Michael English benefiting the Gender-Based Violence Partnership Project in Kenya.

Seats are general admission and you must have a ticket in advance. First Church of the Nazarene, 510 Woodland St., Nashville; 6 p.m.; $25 suggested donation; 255-1289 or nfcn.org/tko-michael-english.

Saturday, March 28; All ages This benefit concert for Linden Waldorf School features Alison Krauss, Jewel, Dan Tyminski, Tony Lane, Tony Lucca and Josh Kear. 3rd and Lindsley, 818 Third Ave. S., Nashville; 9:30 p.m.; $55; lindenwaldorf.org.

The Ride Out Tour

Saturday, March 28; All ages Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band present a night of rock music. All ages. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $65 - $95; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena. com.

St. Patrick’s Pops

Tuesday, March 16; All ages Canadian Celtic fiddler Natalie MacMaster joins the Nashville Symphony for a lively night of music. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $29 - $89; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Sam’s Place

Sunday, March 1; All ages Steven Curtis Chapman hosts a night of inspirational music featuring Amy Grant, The Isaacs, Laura Story and more.

Proceeds benefit Show Hope.

Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7 p.m.; $27.50 - $39.50; 889-3060 or ryman.com.

Santana

Wednesday, March 11 All ages Enjoy a night of Grammywinning Latin music. Ryman

Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $85 $350; 889-3060 or ryman. com.

Scream Nation

Sunday, March 29 Ages 14 and older A night of rap and hip-hop music with Kid Ink, Dej Loaf and Jeremih. Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $42.50 - $67.50; nashvilleauditorium.com.

The Sing-Off Tour

Sunday, March 15; All ages Experience a night of a cappella music as acts from The Sing-Off TV show perform live.

Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $39.50 - $49.50; 889-3060 or ryman.com.

Tin Pan South

March 24 - 28; All ages This music festival features songwriters in several genres.

Performances take place at 10 different venues in Nashville.

The schedule and admission prices will be announced on March 3. Various venues, Nashville; tinpansouth.com.

Transfiguration

Thursday, March 26; All ages Intersection presents its debut performance featuring works

by American, British, Russian and Estonian composers. The Platform, 1500 Second Ave. S., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $25; intersectionmusic.com.

Vienna Boys Choir

Sunday, March 15; All ages The Vienna Boys Choir delights music lovers with their purity of voice. Presented without orchestra. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $24 - $69; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

Vince Gill & Friends

Tuesday, March 31; All ages Country star Vince Gill and surprise musical guests perform to raise money for Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $32.50 - $54.50; 889-3060 or ryman.com. (please turn the page)

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Good Ol’ Girls

March 26 - May 3 Ages 12 and older Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Thu - Sat 6 - 7:30 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. show, Sun 12 - 1:30 p.m. lunch, 2 p.m. show; $60 adults, $40 ages 13 - 18, $30 ages 12 and younger; 6469977 or dinnertheatre.com.

Hello, Dolly!

March 20 - 21; All ages The TLC Players at The Family of God at Woodmont Hills, 3710 Franklin Pike, Nashville; Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 and 7 p.m.; $8 adults, $5 children; teen. learning@gmail.com.

HONK!

See the original Nashville Children’s Theatre production of Jack’s Tale: A Mythic Mountain Musical through Sunday, March 8.

FREE Voices of Spring Sunday, March 8; All ages The Nashville Symphony and Chorus along with singers from Nashville School of the Arts present an afternoon of inspirational choral music.

Tickets are free, but you must reserve them at the website.

Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; 3 p.m.; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

We Will Rock You

Thursday, March 12; All ages The Murfreesboro Symphony Orchestra performs the music of rock band Queen.

World Outreach Church, 1921 New Salem Road, Murfreesboro; 7:30 p.m.; $10 - $40; 898-1862 or murfreesborosymphony.com.

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Through Sunday, March 8 Ages 10 and older Lakewood Theatre Company, 2211 Old Hickory Blvd., Old Hickory; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $14 adults, $10 students; 847-0934 or lakewoodtheatreco.com.

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The Cash Legacy: A Musical Tribute to The Man in Black

Through Sunday, March 1 All ages Studio Tenn at The Factory’s Jamison Hall, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; Thu - Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 and 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $47.50 - $57.50; 888-6646362 or studiotenn.com.

Death of a Salesman

March 12 - 28 Ages 14 and older Nashville Rep at TPAC’s Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Tue - Thu 6:30 p.m., Fri 7:30 p.m., Sat 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.; $47.50; 7824040 or nashvillerep.org.

Disney’s Little Mermaid Jr.

p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $15; 5632787 or artscenterofcc.com.

Driving Miss Daisy

Through Sunday, March 1 Ages 10 and older Hendersonville Performing Arts Company, 260 W. Main St., Ste. 204, Hendersonville; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 students; 8266037 or hpactn.com.

Einstein’s Dreams

I Take This Man

Through Sunday, March 22 Ages 12 and older Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Thu - Sat 6 - 7:30 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. show, Sun 12 - 1:30 p.m. lunch, 2 p.m. show; $60 adults, $40 ages 13 - 18, $30 ages 12 and younger; 6469977 or dinnertheatre.com.

Through Sunday, March 1 Ages 10 and older MTSU’s Tucker Theatre, 1301 E. Main St., Murfreesboro; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $10 - $12 adults, $5 $7 students; 898-2181 or mtsu. edu/tuckertheatre.

The Imaginary Invalid

Fifth of July

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Through Sunday, March 1 All ages Murfreesboro Little Theatre, 702 Ewing Blvd., Murfreesboro; Fri - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 students; 893-9825 or mltarts.com.

March 6 - 14 Ages 14 and older Act 1 at Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Ave., Nashville; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15; act1online.com.

Disney’s Tarzan

March 27 - 28: All ages Bravo Creative Arts Center at The Ensworth Theater, 7401 Hwy. 100, Nashville; call for show times; $10; 599-5314 or bravocreativeartscenter.com.

March 20 - April 4; All ages The Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury; Fri - Sat 7:30

March 6 - 8: All ages Bravo Creative Arts Center at The Father Ryan Center for the Arts, 700 Norwood Drive, Nashville; Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 and 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $10; 599-5314 or bravocreativeartscenter.com.

Godspell

March 13 - 28 Ages 12 and older Towne Centre Theatre, 136 Frierson St., Brentwood; Thu - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $20 adults, $16 students; townecentretheatre.com.

Through Sunday, March 8 All ages Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville; Sat - Sun 2 p.m.; $20 adults, $14 children; 252-4675 or nashvillect.org.

Love, Sex and the IRS March 27 - April 11 Ages 14 and older Encore Theatre Company, 6978 Lebanon Road, Mt.

Juliet; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15; 598-8950 or encore-theatre-company.org.

Memphis the Musical

March 13 - 29 Ages 10 and older Street Theatre Company at Bailey Middle School, 2000 Greenwood Ave., Nashville; Fri - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 5 p.m.; all tickets are pay what you can; 554-7414 or streettheatrecompany.org.

Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus Live!

March 27 - 28 Ages 14 and older TPAC’s Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $50; 782-4040 or tpac. org.

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March 27 - April 4 Ages 10 and older Circle Players at Hillsboro High School Auditorium, 3812 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville; Wed - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $22 adults, $18 students; 3327529 or circleplayers.net.

Pippin

March 10 - 15 Ages 8 and older TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Tue Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Sun 1 and 6:30 p.m.; $42.50 - $82.50; 7824040 or tpac.org.

Sabrina Fair

Through Sunday, March 1 Ages 10 and older Springhouse Theatre Company, 14119 Old Nashville Hwy., Smyrna; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 3:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 students, $8 ages 12 and younger; 852-8499 or springhousetheatre.com.

Voices of Nashville

March 6 - 22 Ages 12 and older Tennessee Women’s Theater Project at Looby Theater, 2301 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville; thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $12 students; twtp.org. (please turn the page)

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members of the Linebaugh Library present a story and puppet show on the first Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at 1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 995-7112 or booksamillioni.com.

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Kids can enjoy inflatable fun at Monkey Joe’s in Madison and Brentwood.

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BounceU

A variety of classes for ages birth - 5 years include playtime, music, art, fitness and more at 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 180, Nashville; 221-9004 or gymboreeclasses.com.

Bounce on inflatables at 2990 Sidco Drive; 255-1422; bounceu.com. Open play times are Tue - Fri 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 3 - 6 p.m., Sat 8:30 - 10 a.m. Cost is $7.95 ($6.95 siblings); cosmic glow-in-the-dark bounces are Mon 3 - 6 p.m. and Fri 6:30 p.m. Cost is $8 ($7 siblings).

FREE Brilliant Sky Storytime

Stories and sing-alongs take place every Friday at 10:30 a.m. at 2002 Richard Jones Road, Ste. B-100, Nashville; 800-7754 or nashvilletoystore. com.

Centennial Sportsplex Public skate sessions, classes, aquatics and more at 222 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; times and prices vary; 862-8480 or nashville.org/sportsplex.

FREE Fairytales Storytime

Stories and crafts every Saturday at 11 a.m. at Fairytales Bookstore and More, 114-B S. 11th St., Nashville; 915-1960 or fairytalesbookstore.com.

Ford Ice Center

The Learn to Skate program is available to all ages. Eight-week sessions take place Tue or Thu at 5:30 p.m. or Sat at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $120. Located

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Monkey Joe’s

This inflatable play center is located at 1580 Gallatin Pike N., Madison; Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. 6 p.m.; $9 Mon - Thu, $10 Fri - Sun (ages 2 and younger are $5.50); 915-0561 or monkeyjoes.com.

FREE Parnassus Storytime

All ages can enjoy storytime activities every Thursday at 3:30 p.m. and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville; 953-2243 or parnassusbooks. net.

rutherford county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime

Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 895-8580 or bn.com.

FREE Books-A-Million Preschool storytime is every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.;

Bounce on inflatables at 1222 Park Ave., Murfreesboro; 8938386 or bounceu.com. Call for open bounce and preschool play date times.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring

502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or explorethedc. org; Ongoing programs: • Animal Antics Every Wednesday at 4:15 p.m.

All ages. Meet one of the center’s resident animals • Crafternoons Every Thursday at 3:30 p.m.

All ages. Supervised art activities • Nature Nuts Every Thursday at 4 p.m. All ages. Enjoy nature activities • Science a la Carte Every Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. All ages. Conduct science experiments with the staff • Shake, Rattle & Roll Every Friday at 3:30 p.m. All ages. Explore percussion instruments • Snack Attack Every Mon at 4 p.m. All ages. Healthy snack making in the kitchen • SPARK! Every Mon and Tue at 9 a.m. for preschoolers; $1 extra

Jumper’s Playhouse

Inflatable fun at 6600 New Nashville Hwy., Smyrna; 2207575 or jumpersplayhouse. com. Call for open bounce and toddler storytime information.

FREE Strollercoasters

Parents with kids ages birth to 5 years can walk the greenway, then have fun playing at the Kids’ Castle area every Thursday, March 5 - May 21 at 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 8932141 or murfreesborotn.gov/ parks.

sumner county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime

Stories and related activities for all ages every Tue and Sat at 11 a.m. at 300 Indian Lakes Blvd., Hendersonville; 2640183 or bn.com.

Hoppity Hop Inflatable Play Center Bounce on inflatable structures at 143 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville; call or check website for open play times; $6 ages 1 - 3, $8 ages 4 and older; 265-8020 or hoppityhopinflatableplaycenter. com.

My Gym Hendersonville

Pay-to-play, open gym and Saturday morning classes take place at 206 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville; call 8248002 or visit my-gym.com/ hendersonville.

FREE RiverGate Storytime

Preschoolers can enjoy storytime activities on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at RiverGate Mall, 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; 859-3458 or river-gatemall. com.

williamson county A-Game Sports Complex

Open skate lessons, laser chase, special events, fitness classes and sports for kids with two ice rinks, 12 volleyball courts, six basketball courts and outdoor fields. Located at 215 Gothic Court, Franklin, call 771-2444 or visit goagame. com.

FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime

Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 1701 Mallory Lane, Brentwood; 377-9979 or bn.com.

FREE Books-A-Million

Preschool storytime is every Tue and Sat at 10:30 a.m. at 1040 Crossings Blvd., Spring Hill; 931-486-0113 or booksamillioin.com.

FREE Family Trivia Night

Families can compete in trivia games for a chance to win a $25 gift card every Friday at 6 p.m. at Goofballs Family Fun, 1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 360, Franklin; 861-3668 or letsgetgoofy.com.

Glow Galaxy

Weekly open play times feature inflatables, mini-golf, air hockey, an interactive game floor, football toss, soccer kick and basketball in a glow-in-the-dark setting at 121 Seaboard Lane, Ste. 8, Franklin; open play is Tue - Wed 1 - 3 p.m., Thu 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; $12 per child (adults are free); 3704386 or glowgalaxy.com.

Monkey Joe’s

This inflatable play center is located at 1648 Westgate Cir., Brentwood; Mon - Thu 10 a.m.

- 7 p.m. ($9), Fri - Sat 10 a.m.

- 8 p.m. ($10), Sun 12 - 6 p.m. ($10); ages 2 and younger are $6; 377-5900 or monkeyjoes. com.

Monkey’s Treehouse

An indoor play center located at 91 Seaboard Lane, Brentwood; open play times are Mon/Wed/Fri 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thu 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $8 ages 1 - 8; 942-7911 or themonkeystreehouse.com.

My Gym Brentwood

Pay-to-play, open gym and Saturday morning class times at 330 Franklin Road, call 3715437 or visit my-gym.com/ brentwood.

Pump It Up Play Time

Open jump times are Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. for preschoolers, Thu 5 - 8 p.m. and Fri 1 - 4 p.m. ages 12 and younger, and all school holidays 1 - 4 p.m. ages 12 and younger. Pump It Up, 7104 Crossroads Blvd., Ste. 128, Brentwood; $8 per child; 3738340 or pumpitupparty.com. (please turn the page)

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Adventure Science Center 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville 862-5160 • adventuresci.org

• Family Science Lab: Dinosaur Discovery March 12 and 26. Using realistic dinosaur fossil replicas and real animal artifacts, learn how to think like paleontologists. Grades 3 - 8. 2 p.m. $12 • Little Labs: A Trip to the Moon March 18 and 21.

Investigate how things look, feel and move on the moon. Ages 3 - 5 with a parent. 11 a.m. $18 per child/parent couple

A-Game Sports Complex 215 Gothic Court, Franklin 778-9825 • agameskateacademy.com • Homeschool Ice Skating Classes Wednesdays, March 18 - April 25. Ice skating group lessons for homeschool students. Ages 6 and older. 1 - 2 p.m. $60

Brentwood Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood 371-0090, ext. 8290 chappella@brentwood-tn.org

• FREE After-School Explorers Every Tuesday. Grades K - 2. Explore the world through books, games, activities and crafts. 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

• FREE Brentwood Bunch Book Club Every Third Friday of the month. Grades 3 - 5. Read and discuss Hero’s Guide to Saving Your Kingdom. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

• Bugs, Booms & Birds Kids Art Classes March 17 - 19. Students will create works of art with local art instructor Trish Walker. Classes include Acrylic Mini Canvas (March 17), Metal Etching (March 18) and Watercolor (March 19). Grades 1 - 5. 1 - 2 p.m. or 2:15 - 3:15 p.m. $10 per class • FREE Lego Mania Every first Friday for ages 6 - 7 and every second Friday for ages 8 - 12. Unleash your creativity and have fun building with Legos. 4:30 - 6 p.m.

• Scholastic Chess Club Every fourth Friday of the month. A chess coach from the Nashville Chess Center teaches beginning, intermediate and advance strategies (boards provided). Ages 7 - 12. 4:30 - 6 p.m. $10

Bridgestone Arena 501 Broadway, Nashville 770-2152 • nashvillepredators.com/ hockeyandheels

• Hockey & Heels During this ladies’ night out event, watch the Predators’ away game against the New Jersey Devils in the Lexus Lounge along with drinks and appetizers, see on-ice demonstrations, visit the locker room and participate in a Q&A sessions with players’ and coaches’ wives. Admission includes a ticket to the March 5 home game. 5:30 p.m. $50

The main console inside the control room at Historic RCA Studio B. Kids can tour the studio, learn the recording process and make a record through a program with the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on Saturday, March. 7.

Centennial Arts & Activity Center 2500 West End Ave., Nashville 350-7200 ozartsnashville.org/education

• OZ School Day Friday, March 27. Students can work with a Nashville-based teaching artist who will lead sessions in dance, drama, music and visual arts.

Ages 5 - 15. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $50

Center for the Arts 110 W. College St., Murfreesboro 904-2787 • boroarts.org

• Spring Center Stage Academy March 9 - May 7.

Learn every aspect of theater from improv and acting skills to set design and costuming. Grades 1 - 6.

Beginners: Tue/Thu 4 - 5:30 p.m., Advanced: Mon/ Wed 4 - 5:30 p.m. $125

Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville 416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

• Family Program: Making Records at Historic RCA Studio B Saturday, March 7. Ride a shuttle up to Elvis Presley’s favorite recording studio and learn its history along with recording basics. You’ll also get to make a group recording. Ages 5 and older. 2:30 p.m. $5

Creative Corner Enrichment Studio 110 Glancy St., Ste. 106, Goodlettsville 818-5865 • creativecornertn.com

• Parents’ Night Out Fridays, March 6 and 20. Kids can have fun with arts and crafts, karaoke, dancing, playing games and more while Mom and Dad ennjoy a night out. Ages 4 - 12. 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. $20 ($15 siblings) • Shamrock Shindig Tuesday, March 17. Little leprechauns can hear a rainbow story, do arts and crafts, listen to music and play games. Don’t forget to wear something green. Ages 1 - 5. 9:30 - 11 a.m. $6 (please turn the page)

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Donelson Fellowship 3210 McGavock Pike, Nashville 859-533-4667 empoweryourbirth.com

• Empower Your Birth Conference Saturday, March 7. The educational conference includes nationally recognized speakers, classes, panel sessions, gifts and more. Parents. 9 a.m. $49

Dyer Observatory 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood 373-4897 • dyer.vanderbilt.edu

• FREE Open House Day Tuesday, March 3. Tour the facility and ask astronomers questions. All ages. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• Telescope Night Friday, March 13. View celestial sights through giant telescopes and ask astronomers questions. All ages. 8 - 10 p.m. $6.27

Fairview Recreation Complex 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview 799-9331 • wcparksandrec.com

• Bunnies & Bingo Family Night Friday, March 20.

Enjoy dinner, games and a visit with the Easter Bunny.

All ages. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $6

Franklin Recreation Complex 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin 790-5719 • wcparksandrec.com

• Mad Hatter’s Tea Party with the Easter Bunny Saturday, March 21. Enjoy breakfast and a visit with Peter Cottontail. Ages 10 and younger. 9 a.m. $6

Gordon Jewish Community Center 801 Percy Warner Blvd., Nashville cctenn.com/events.cfm

• Preparing for Adoption Workshop Sunday, March 8. Catholic Charities hosts this workshop covering domestic and international adoption, special needs adoption, legal and financial aspects and adoption myths. Parents. 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. $25 per couple

Historic Downtown Franklin Main Street, Franklin downtownfranklintn.com

• Franklin Main Street Brew Fest Saturday, March 14.

Taste more than 50 beers, enjoy pub food, hear live performances and more. Adults. 6 - 9 p.m. $45

Longview Recreation Center 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill 302-0971 • wcparksandrec.com

• Bunny Hop Family Night Saturday, March 28. Enjoy dinner, games and a visit with the Easter Bunny. All ages. 5:30 - 8 p.m. $6

Local girls enjoy the annual spring Teddy Bear Tea at Sam Davis Home. This year’s tea is on Saturday, March 14.

McFadden Community Center 211 Bridge Ave., Murfreesboro 907-2251 • murfreesborotn.gov/parks • Toddler Time with Thomas Every Friday. Participate in activities that address cognitive skill development, body part recognition, following directions and working together. Ages 5 and younger. 10 a.m. $3

Music City Archery 5011 Walkup Road, Pegram 566-5187 • musiccityarchery.com

• Archery Homeschool Day Friday, March 6.

Homeschool students can learn archery with certified instructors in the indoor range. Ages 8 and older.

2 - 3 p.m. $8

Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood 370-4672 • owlshill.org

• Exploratopia! Spring Break Camp March 18 - 19.

Learn about owls, enjoy a creek adventure, participate in geocaching, play in Fairyland and Fort Cedar and more. Ages 5 - 11. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. $30 one day, $50 for both

Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro 893-2141 murfreesborotn.gov/parks

• 1, 2, 3, Count with Me! Every Tuesday. Ages 2 - 5.

Learn numbers through games, songs, crafts and more. 9 - 9:45 a.m. $3

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• A, B, C, Come Learn with Me Every Tuesday and Thursday. Ages 2 - 5. Learn the alphabet through songs, crafts, stories and more. 10 - 10:45 a.m. $3 • Busy Bees Every Tuesday and Thursday. Ages 3 - 5.

Learn how to follow directions, participate in a group environment, improve coordination and practice good sportsmanship. 10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

• Homeschool P.E. Tue and Thu through May. Ages 6 13. Participate in fitness activities. 1 - 2 p.m. $3 • Kreative Kids Every Thursday. Ages 2 - 5. Participate in arts and crafts activities. 9 - 9:45 a.m. $3 • Pre-K Homeschool P.E. Thursdays through May. Ages 3 - 5. Participate in fitness activities. 1 - 1:45 p.m. $3 • St. Patrick’s Day Get Away Friday, March 13.

Celebrate the day of the Irish with swimming, crafts, dinner and a treat. Ages 7 - 13. 6 - 10 p.m. $5 in advance, $7 day of

Sam Davis Home 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna 459-2341 • samdavishome.org

• Teddy Bear Tea Saturday, March 14. Girls can dress in their Sunday best and bring their favorite teddy bear for a tea party with a special lady (Mom, Grandma, Aunt or older sister). Treats, stories, teas and crafts are on tap. Ages 4 - 10. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. $15 • Young Ladies Tea Saturday, March 21. Girls can dress up and enjoy a 19th century tea party with their mothers or grandmothers. Learn about period clothing and etiquette as well. Ages 11 - 15. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. $15

• FREE Hill Forest Hike Thursday, March 12. Explore one of the newest state natural areas during a rugged hike. Adults. 1 - 4 p.m.

• FREE Homeschool Journeys Thursday, March 19.

This science-based field experience focuses on observation, identification and habitats of frogs, toads and salamanders. Ages 5 - 13. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• FREE Nature Play Day Saturday, March 7. An afternoon of unstructured play and discovery. All ages.

1 - 3 p.m.

• FREE Organic Gardening Friday, March 13. Discuss how to grow a healthy garden without using chemicals. Adults. 9 - 10:30 a.m.

• FREE Outdoor Adventure Tuesday, March 24. Head into the Edwin Park woods and learn to create the perfect campfire, then cook lunch over it, then test your skills on the low ropes course and search for signs of spring. Ages 6 - 12. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Kids can learn about American toads and other amphibians on Saturday, March 28 at Warner Parks Nature Center.

• FREE Sky Bear Puppet Show & Spring StoryWalk Kick-Off Saturday, March 14. Nashville Public Library’s Puppet Truck presents a Native American folktale about the creating of the Milky Way. After the puppet show, walk the Little Acorn Trail and read a story about a father and son admiring the night’s celestial wonders. All ages. 10 - 11 a.m.

Timberland Park Mile Marker 437.2 on Natchez Trace Parkway, Franklin 790-5719, ext. 2044 wcparksandrec.com

• FREE Spring Wildflower Walks March 27 - 28. Enjoy the spring woods full of wildflowers while learning folklore, identifications, growing tips, herbal uses and fun facts. Ages 13 and older. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• FREE Easter Eggstravaganza Wednesday, March 25. Participate in an egg hunt, play games and visit with the Easter Bunny. Ages 3 - 5. 10 a.m.

TPAC’s Polk Theater 505 Deaderick St., Nashville 782-4040 • tpac.org

• FREE Walking the Tightrope Thursday, March 5.

Vanderbilt University and TPAC Education present this play that explore family relationships and loss. Ages 8 and older. 6 p.m.

Warner Parks Nature Center 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville 352-6299 • nashville.go/parks

• FREE Amazing Amphibians Saturday, March 28.

Learn about spring peepers, American toads and other amphibians. All ages. 10 - 11:30 a.m.

• FREE Explore the Burch Reserve Wednesday, March 18. Hike a new addition of the parks before it opens to the public. Ages 8 and older. 1 - 3 p.m.

• FREE Explore the Hidden Forest Saturday, March 21.

Bring your curiosity and a magnifying glass to explore the world of hidden wonders beneath your feet. Ages 8 and older. 10 - 11:30 a.m.

• FREE Hike to the Quarry Thursday, March 19. Hike the Natchez Trace to the Old Hicks Road Greenway then to the rock quarry to search for fossils. All ages.

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• FREE Spring Clean Saturday, March 21. All ages.

Help clean up the park’s trails, picnic areas and open spaces. All ages. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 3 p.m.

• FREE Storytime at the Nature Center Fridays, March 6 and 20. Listen to a spring story under the giant beech tree or on the back porch. Ages 3 - 5. 10:30 - 11 a.m.

• Wild Things Every Wednesday. An introduction to the wonders of nature through songs, hikes, crafts and more. Ages 1 - 4 with a parent. 9:30 a.m. $3

Williams-Sonoma at the Mall at Green Hills 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville 292-5066 • williams-sonoma.com

• FREE Junior Chef Class: Easter Baking Saturday, March 21. Bake and decorate an Easter Bunny cake.

Ages 5 - 13. 10 a.m.

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Williamson County Recreation Complex 7250 Nolensville Road, Nolensville 786-0200, ext. 2410 wcparksandrec.com • Bunnies & Bingo Family Night Friday, March 27.

Enjoy dinner, games and a visit with Peter Cottontail.

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• FREE Warner Parks Nature Club Saturday, March 21. Join the club and explore birds up close during the kick-off of this year-long experience. Participants must commit to at least four meetings per year for club membership. Ages 9 - 12. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

• Yoga at the Nature Center Thursdays, March 5 and 19. Bering your own mat and equipment for a yoga class. Adults. 5 - 6 p.m. $3

The Wilderness Station 697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro 217-3017 • mufreesborotn.gov/parks

• Chocolate Hike Saturday, March 7. Enjoy a guided hike on the backcountry trails to a warm fire where hot chocolate and other chocolate treats are waiting.

Ages 8 and older. 2:30 p.m. $3 • Girls’ Night Out Friday, March 27. Make jewelry, enjoy a campfire and snacks, share stories, participate in a sock wrestle and more. Girls ages 7 - 10.

7 - 9 p.m. $5 • Spring Break Fun Day Tuesday, March 31. Enjoy live animals, nature walks, games and crafts, then feast on roasted hot dogs and marshmallows. Ages 6 - 10. 10 a.m. - 1p.m. $5 • Tales and Trails Every Wednesday. Enjoy stories about Tennessee wildlife while hiking the trails. Ages 4 - 7 with a parent. 10:30 a.m. $3

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Disney’s Broadway hit musical, Newsies, makes its way to TPAC’s Jackson Hall stage May 26 - 31 (tickets are on sale now at 7824040 or tpac.org), and your family can dig in to a little local history before the show comes to town. The Tennessee State Museum and TPAC joined forces to create NEWSIES: A Tennessee Special Edition, an exhibit that explores the story behind the musical as well as the state’s printing history. The exhibit follows the show’s historical inspiration to Tony Award-winning success. In addition, you’ll also see historical

The hit Broadway musical, Disney’s Newsies, comes to TPAC May 26 - 31, and tickets are on sale now. On exhibit now in TPAC’s GLevel Gallery is a related exhibit, NEWSIES: A Tennessee Special Edition.

vignettes of newspaper printing in Tennessee with a particular nod to Music City’s famous Printer’s Alley.

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Remember the Nashville Banner?

You’ll find some of its history here, too. From historic time lines to a variety of photographs (including several images of old-school newspaper delivery boys), you’ll also get a taste of how original printing terms still exist in the digital era. Find the exhibit in the G-Level Gallery at 505 Deaderick St., Nashville. Viewing is free and available during regular museum hours (Tue - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.) and during TPAC performances through June. Learn more at 741-2692 or tnmuseum. org.

he natural world is full of wondrous works of artful shapes and patterns, and your family can view a good bit of it through artist Judy Klich’s exhibit, Geometry in Art and Nature, at Warner Parks Nature Center. The collection of paintings features atmospheric landscapes with macro views of nature, capturing fractal patterns in nature. Children can enjoy looking for the smallest details that Klich reveals through color, pattern and texture.

The exhibit kicks off with an opening reception on Saturday, March 14 from 5 - 7 p.m. Families can view the exhibit through Sunday, May 31, and admission is free. Hours are Tue - Sat 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Warner Parks Nature Center is located at 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville. Call 352-6299 or visit nashville.gov/parks.

Your family can view shapes and patterns in the natural world through Judy Klich’s exhibit, Geometry in Art and Nature, at Warner Parks Nature Center, March 14 - May 13.

In honor of the spring break season, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum offers free admission March 18 - April 5 to K - 12 students in the following Middle Tennessee counties: Cheatham, Davidson, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson and Wilson. To get a free ticket, students must either show their school ID or wear their school uniform. Up to two accompanying adults get $10 off regular admission. Museum hours are daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Hall is located at 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville.

Call 416-2001 or visit countrymusichalloffame.org.

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