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Don’t Take Your Life For Granted

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here are millions of people out there with a lot of problems — many of them worse than yours,” I heard myself saying to my son. Oh, my woman, when did you get so wise? Later, when I was walking on the beach with my daughter, I saw a man sitting on top of his cooler, talking intensely on his cell phone. Here at the beautiful beach, I couldn’t help myself. I thought, “Get a life.” See, we people are like that. We make assumptions about others without knowing them. It’s not fair, we shouldn’t do it, but it’s what we do. I mean maybe that man was handling a crisis of some kind. Maybe he was LUCKY to be doing his business at the beach. Maybe he was getting bad news from his oncologist! But my son had come up to my beach chair complaining. “There’s nothing to doooo,” he’d whined. Annoyed, I’d quipped back. Yes, he’s a teenager and yes, teenagers are antsy bodies who always need to have something going on or they get boooored. I wanted to say, “Look at the pelicans flying in a ‘V’ above your head!” “Look at the way the sun makes sparkling diamonds on the water!” Blah blah blah is all he’d hear. Like when I used to say, “Read a book!” Our world is so perfectly backwardly designed. It won’t be until my absolutely healthy and handsome boy has big life issues happen to him that he’ll notice the beauty. That’s when he’ll need to. He’ll need comfort someday; he’ll need direction when he’s on his own and hard things happen. He’ll need a life. What kind of life? One where everything that is given to him is not taken for granted. One where a simple sip of cool water on a hot day is a huge reward. One where just being at the seaside is a GIFT; a huge and generous present that there even IS an ocean for all of us humans to enjoy. And back to all that we don’t know about each other. Millions of souls are strangers until a person makes an effort to crack a shell. “I love your hat—” or “Are you from around here?,” you might start. Once you do, once you break the ice, a relationship can begin. We must not take each other for granted. Or our lives. I really want my boy to know that. So ... maybe I’ll go join in him in a little crabbing ... and just enjoy it. I mean, we NEVER get to go crabbing at home in Tennessee ... and we DO love crabbing so!

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QUESTION! “Can you please recommend lunch ideas for my picky 4-year-old? Lunch on a good day means a PB&J sandwich or a grilled cheese. The doctor says he’s underweight, but eating is a pain!”

“Whatever you do, don’t start a food battle. It will make it worse. Try giving him protein drinks. Our son was super picky and he turned out fine. The only rule was that he had to try one new thing every week. We would have the new food every day.”

veggie muffins. Snack replacements: Crunchy chickpeas, macadamia/cashew/ pistachio/ peanuts, 100 percent cheese crisps like Whisps, craisins or raisins mixed in with goldfish etc, trail mix, veggie chips.” Brittany Ulrich Joyner

Lisa R. Brown “Buy a can of powder Pediasure. Whatever flavor he likes. I got three cans off of Amazon for a decent price. Add it to the blender with milk and you can even slip in some fruits. This will help him gain weight. I have a very picky one also, and he hardly eats anything. So I bought this and told him it was a milkshake! He drank it quickly and asks for one everyday.” Brie Flores “Yogurt pouches with little to no sugar added, homemade smoothies with spinach/veggies and greek yogurt, or PB/ strawberry/banana smoothies. Sweet potato fries, or mashed sweet potatoes with toasted marshmallows on top. Sneaky replacements like cauliflower pizza crust, zoodles, veggie tots (Dr. Praegers is a good brand),

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“Kids are all different. My second son was so picky. He would not eat any sauces — including ketchup & spaghetti sauce. He ate chicken nuggets, french fries, plain spaghetti, mac & cheese, & peanut butter sandwiches (no jelly) — that’s it! Our pediatrician said kids have a tendency to get the nutrition they need. He said to keep offering good foods, but no need to try to force it. We did later supplement with Boost when he was a very skinny 10 year old. He is now 27 and eats all kinds of interesting foods and is very healthy!” Cindy Prow Engleman “I found the book Deceptively Delicious: Simple Secrets to Get Your Kid Eating Good Food helpful.” Stephanie Turley

“We use a bento box. We pack rolled up lunch meat, cheese sticks, fruit, crackers, pirate booty, applesauce pouches (find the ones with yogurt and other fruits and veggies mixed in for more vitamins and calories) whole bananas, mini cookies, yogurt smoothies, yogurt-covered raisins, and at home have bean dip with cheese and chips, lots of veggies with ranch dip, graham crackers with peanut butter and apple slices and popcorn and cheese, and gummy vitamins!” Regan Dawn “I’m so glad I’m not alone. My son doesn’t eat well, either. He only has a few things that he loves. One trick to getting some greens in him though is to make a fruit smoothie and add some spinach to it. I usually put banana/strawberry yogurt, cut up strawberries and a whole banana add milk and some spinach and blend it. My son doesn’t even notice a flavor change.” Elise Friederich “My pediatrician says they will eat when they are hungry. All of the things you have talked about

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are healthy choices. Both of my sons had issues with certain textures and would only eat certain things. My oldest son was a very picky child and now he eats a variety of foods. So it will pass eventually.” Clarice Baker “My daughter would only eat peanut butter and jelly at this age. I worried about it until my pediatrician told me that’s a great food, full of protein! So let him eat peanut butter and jelly! We all grow up and expand our tastes; best not to stress yourself out about it as that just creates more problems for you and your child.” Jane Hinman “Stay away from feeding therapy. Honestly, parents create bigger problems when they start sending the message that ‘something’s wrong with you’ to their kids.” Caroline Clark Join us @NashvilleParentMag for lively insights, conversations and more.

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ove over, Bonnaroo, there’s a new kid in town and it’s meant for folks of all ages. Lifest, “A party with a purpose,” comes to the Middle Tennessee area for three days at one of Johnny Cash’s former residences, Hideaway Farm in Bon Aqua, TN. Produced by Life Promotions, a nonprofit organization that works to instill hope in youth, the three-day festival is coming directly from Oshkosh, Wisconsin where Lifest has played for more than 20 years. The family-friendly festival marks Hideaway Farm’s first music festival and proceeds from the event will benefit Dignity Revolution, a movement supporting mental health and wellness which educates youth to overcome bullying and stand up for the value of every person. The musical lineup includes Michael W. Smith, Matthew West,

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I Am They, Joe Nichols and many others across numerous stages. “We are excited to host this experience in Middle Tennessee,” says Bob Lenz, founder and chief visionary officer of Life Promotions. “Lifest is a party with a purpose. The music is just a vehicle to bring inspiration and hope to people from all walks of life,” he adds. Camping (primitive or with electrical hookup) is available for the duration of the festival, in addition to food vendors, shops and kids’ activities. One-day tickets (adults $32; kids 8 - 15 $15), party packages, meet and greet passes and more are available as well. Lifest Music City takes place July 29 31 at Hideaway Farm, located at 9676 Old Highway 46, Bon Aqua, TN, 37205. See the full lineup, learn more and get tickets at lifest.com.

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ummer has arrived, and that means county fair season! Recently, the Tennessee State Fair announced it will make history by taking place in conjunction with the beloved Wilson County Fair for the newly combined event that will be held Aug. 12 - 21 at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon. “In partnership with Wilson County and Wilson County Promotions, the Tennessee State Fair will be one of the largest and strongest in the country,” Governor Bill Lee said. “I thank the State Fair Commission and General Assembly for prioritizing the investments needed to expand facilities, showcase

our agriculture community, and ensure the best possible experience for Tennesseans.” More than 150 events will take place at the combined fair this year, including livestock shows, food and horticulture competitions, rides, tractor pulls, demolition derbies, pageants, and entertainment. Future Farmers of America and 4-H programs foster the development of Tennessee’s next generation who will grow our food and fiber. Youth exhibits and competitions are sure to be event favorites. The opening ceremony is Thursday, Aug. 12 at 6 p.m. For more information, and to get your tickets, visit wilsoncountyfair.net.

QUICK BITES • THE 2021 BEST OF PARENTING nominations are now open! Nashville, Rutherford, Sumner and Williamson Parent magazine’s annual readers’ poll allows you to submit nominations for services, businesses and more. Who will win the Best of Parenting for 2021? It’s up to YOU! Head to nashvilleparent.com/bop21 to submit your nominations today. • THE TENNESSEE TITANS start training camp on Tuesday, July 27, but with Saint Thomas Sports Park undergoing expansion construction through August, the team will hold some practices

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at Nissan Stadium and potentially elsewhere so spectators can watch. The first Open Practice is slated for Friday, August 3 at Nissan Stadium from 6 - 8 p.m. Admission is free, no ticket is required, and the clear bag policy is in effect. For additional open practice dates (as they come available), head to TitansOnline. com/trainingcamp. • THE NASHVILLE SOUNDS have three July dates that include fireworks after the game! Obviously, postgame fireworks will be held on Sunday, July 4 following the game against Louisville, but fans can also

enjoy fireworks on Friday, July 16 after another Louisville match up in addition to Friday, July 30 following the Columbus game. The Nashville Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers and play at First Horizon Park, 19 Jr. Gilliam Way, Nashville. For more information, head to mlb.com/nashville. • Located in Springfield, Tennessee, HANCOCK FAMILY FARM specializes in growing the freshest fruits and vegetables. You can catch them at multiple locations throught the week this summer, including Monday - Saturday at their farm, daily at Nashville Farmers’ Market

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or Saturdays at Robertson County Farmers Market. For more information and a complete schedule of events, visit hancockfamilyfood.com. • Just announced: The state’s first-ever interscholastic GIRLS’ FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE is set to begin play in the spring of 2022 courtesy of the Tennessee Titans and Williamson County Sports Conference. Teams will play each other once throughout a six-week, eight-game season beginning in March. The league will begin in partnership with the TSSAA as a pilot program, with the potential to expand to other

counties as an official TSSAA-sanctioned sport in future years. • TENNESSEE’S LARGEST INCLUSIVE PARK recently had its grand opening inside Triple Creek Park in Gallatin. Dubbed Miracle Park, it’s designed for those physically unable to play at typical park facilities. Special features for this park include a wheelchair swing, plenty of ramps, pouredin-place ball field surfacing with flat bases and hand railings for support, to name a few. The park is located at 240 Champion Dr. For more information, call 615-451-5911.

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HOW TO PICK A PEDIATRICIAN For peace of mind and for your infant’s good health, be smart and prepared when you start looking for a baby doctor. By the time your newborn is a toddler, he’ll only care about the lollipops and stickers at the pediatricians office. But before that time, if you’re expecting a baby, you’re wise to be on the hunt for a healthcare provider by your sixth month of pregnancy. Afterall, with today’s healthcare insurance the way it is, your pediatrician is going to be with you upwards of 20 years. During Baby’s first year, you’ll be spending quite a bit of time with your child’s healthcare provider. Take steps before your baby arrives to choose a doctor who you feel comfortable with and trust.

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When should you start the process? Anywhere between one and three months before your due date is an ideal time to start shopping around for a pediatrician or a family physician. Try not to wait until the last minute. “Once you go to the hospital, there’s a lot going on. You’ll be seeing a lot of doctors. You’ll be going through labor. It’s not something you want to decide off-the-cuff,” says pediatrician Aaron Mayer, D.O. When you arrive at the hospital to deliver your baby, you’ll be asked who you’ve selected for your child’s primary care doctor. They will then notify your baby’s physician, and he or she will provide a physical examination of your infant within 24 hours after delivery.

has obtained the designation of Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP), which means they are board certified in pediatrics and adhere to the AAP’s standards and guidelines.

Where to begin? “Honestly, I think consulting with friends and family is probably best. If your friends like their doctor, you are likely to find a good fit with them as well,” says Kallie Foss, M.D., FAAP. Make sure the recommended physicians are part of your health insurance network. Also check out area hospital

Pediatrician or family physician? Both practitioners are trained to provide quality healthcare for your family. Your choice will most likely boil down to personal preference and the rapport you have with a particular physician. Here are the primary differences between the two types of physicians: A family practice doctor is trained to provide healthcare to individuals at all stages of life, from newborn to senior. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, family physicians train for three years in real-life clinical settings and are trained in all areas of medicine ranging from pediatrics and internal medicine to obstetrics. Physicians should be board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and licensed in the state in which they practice. A pediatrician specializes specifically in childhood conditions, diseases and treatment for patients from newborn to age 18. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), following medical school, a pediatrician-in-training completes three or more years of courses focused entirely on pediatrics. Seek a pediatrician who is licensed and

websites, which often feature doctors who are nearby and accepting new patients.

Schedule a prenatal visit Once you’ve got a list of two or three physicians, call and schedule a prenatal visit to help you get a feel for personalities and office environment. A face-toface appointment can help you get a sense of the office and nursing staff. Consider if they are courteous, warm and helpful? What is the overall feel of the clinic? Is it kid-friendly, clean and welcoming? “You don’t really know if the physician’s personality meshes with your family unless you speak with them in person,” Mayer says. “It’s important to do prenatal visits to see if the way they

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act, the way they treat you, and the environment of the clinic fits with what you want for your family.”

Make a list of questions Now that you have prenatal appointments lined up, consider what issues are most important to you. For example, you might ask: • Who will see my baby in the hospital? • How soon after we leave the hospital should we see you? • What is the schedule for well-child checks and immunizations? • What can I expect during wellchild checks? • How long are the typical wait times at appointments? • How do you handle after-hours calls? • Which urgent care do you recommend? • What’s your availability for last minute appointments? • What kind of acute care do you provide? “If you’re having a boy, you might want to also ask about circumcision,” Foss says. “It would also be good to let the doctor know if you have had any complications during the pregnancy that may affect Baby after he is born.”

Evaluate the visit After the appointment, reflect on how you felt about the doctor and the practice: • Were your most pressing questions and concerns addressed? • Did you feel comfortable? • Did the doctor support or respect your opinion regarding issues that matter to you? • Did you feel listened to? • Did you feel rushed? • What was the office and support staff like? • What was the clinic environment like? • Was the location convenient? Christa Melnyk Hines and her husband are the parents of two boys. Christa is the author of Confidently Connected: A Mom’s Guide to a Satisfied Social Life.

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The secret to keeping little ones off of devices (remember, the American Academy of Pediatrics says babies under 18 months should have no screen time at all!) is to engage them in fun play. Here are some super-fun back porch or backyard play items. But who says you can’t put them in your family room?

PIKLER CLIMBING TRIANGLE littlepartners.com | $199.99 - $229.99 Ages 6 mos+

olid wood construction makes this triangle — the basis of renowned Hungarian pediatrician Emmi Pikler’s teaching which focuses on building freedom of motion — outstanding for tots who want to climb. This “Pikler” is a staple of the Montessori philosophy and it’s adjustable with three levels of difficulty. Stable and secure as well as fully assembled, your little one will enjoy lots of play time.

PLUM PLAY WOODEN SAND PIT WITH CANOPY Scandiborn | scandiborn.com | $239.99 Ages 18 mos+

his adorable sand box is perfect for little ones thirsty for discovery and play. The smooth wooden structure — made from sustainably sourced certified lumber — is easily assembled and includes a canopy that tilts so you can always protect your child from the sun. Lower the canopy to protect the play area from the elements when not in use. Read, set, dig!

PORTAPLAY ACTIVITY CENTER MONSTERLAND ADVENTURES Oribel | amazon.com Ages 5 mos+

un and learning are packed into this cute exersaucer! Turn with the 360 degree seat and as your baby grows, switch out the toys that cater to the developmental needs of older babies. You can also swap out the seat with the provided table top to convert the saucer into a play table for preschoolers.

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Play Time! bigger kids

WONDER VIEW TREE SWING Wonder View | amazon.com | $65.99 All ages

MUD KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS STEEL ACCESSORIES Hearthsong | hearthsong.com | $199 Ages 3 and older

his indoor/outdoor kitchen will get your little one going — and maybe you, too! Play restaurant and put items like Stone Soup and Grassy Grains on the menu. There’s blackboard space, and open-and-close oven door, steel pans and a whisk and hours of imaginative play to come.

ot a big tree? This quality tree swing is built with the sturdiest of materials and will beckon kids to get moving. Easy to assemble (it comes with a hanging kit), the frame is made with steel over wrapped in oxford polyester and reinforced stitching. Super-strong rope can hold up to 600 pounds. Get your swing on!

ZIP LINE WITH STAINLESS STEEL SPRING BRAKE AND SEAT CTSC | amazon.com | $179.99 | Ages 5 and older

ou may have noticed that home zip lines are popping up. This high-quality zip line kit keeps safety at the forefront. The kit comes with a seven-foot sling cable and a 95-foot main cable. Designed by parents, the careful construction sets this apart.

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embrace life! Want your kids to experience life as the grand adventure it is? In this era where talk of anxiety dominates, kids need the tools more than ever — and so do you — to grow a whole heart that can take on anything. By knowing your kids’ temperaments and then challenging them accordingly, you can help them learn to live life to the fullest.

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Embrace Life By Making it an Adventure BY SUSAN DAY

hether you’re planning a trip to the zoo, sitting down with a bedtime story or heading off to the pediatric dentist, it’s up to you to show your kids how to live an adventurous, curiosity-filled life full of learning and exploration — and keeping your fears to a minimum. Ok, nobody sees heading off to the dentist as an adventure, but it doesn’t have to be a tearfully wrought battle, either. We all want our kids to have hopeful, optimistic outlooks, and in this era where pessimism and cynicism are so powerful — not to mention all of the talk about mental health and anxiety — fighting for your child’s well being is a battle worth waging. Now that COVID-19 is easing, it’s time to gift your kids with adventurous living. And yes, you have to own up to your part in this. We’ve learned by now that it’s not OK to be a helicopter mom or dad. It’s time to be stronger inwardly so your kids can learn how to make the most of their life journies. It’s time to pull back and let your kids take off on their own. Even if you’re still your kids’ primary playmate, it’s time to have an honest conversation with yourself and aim to find opportunities for your kids to take the lead. From birth, kids learn new skills rapidly as well as the confidence to use them. To thrive, kids need to trust in their own capabilities as well as learn how to rebound from failures. As they grow older, they need autonomy and a sense of individuality. You’re a good parent, so let’s go!

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Model bravery and capability to your children and they will learn from you. Also, turn mistakes and mishaps into helpful learning experiences so they won’t be afraid to fail.

1. JUST DO IT!

A lot of us put perceived limitations on ourselves and our kids when they are little. Of course special care needs to be taken to make sure children are safe — especially very young infants — but children are not glass figurines. All parents need to find their own comfort zone in raising kids, but also take note of what may be false limitations you are placing on yourself. Could you go for a hike with your infant? Could your toddler bike a mile or so? Yes and yes. When my first child was 6 weeks old, or even 6 months old, I could not imagine taking her camping. But I knew people who did it. In the beginning, you’re in survival mode with an infant — barely sleeping, always nursing, and so this mama wasn’t about to go camping. But a daily walk was possible, and that time outside meant everything to me. Starting kids young on the road to adventurism means that as they grow they will seek it out. My daughter first felt the ocean on her feet at 6 months old. Today, her sea legs are strong, she’s an avid swimmer and fisherwoman and she isn’t afraid of the water or think it’s weird to be near it or in it. Make the fun and interesting things that you want to spend your time doing the new normal for your kids. Children are extremely portable!

2. DON’T OVERTHINK IT

In order to accomplish point #1, it’s important to adopt the “just do it” mind set. When I had three kids under age 4, I wanted to take them all out walking, yet some mornings it felt like a huge ordeal. I remember one morning my best friend with two little girls said to me, “Don’t think about it, just do it!”

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Loving my friend’s zest for life, I grabbed my 4-year-old girl, my 2-year-old boy and my 6-month-old son — everybody still in their PJs — and put them in the car and drove to a nearby park. We “hiked,” (the baby in a stroller), until he demanded to get out. We went a half mile or so, but that morning was awesome to just be out and on a trail with happy-to-behere kids and an I’m-glad-I-did-this-mom.

3. THE MORE YOU DO IT, THE EASIER IT WILL GET

Time and time again, when you want to go do something fun away from home, you will forget something. But if you keep on heading out, you will develop a routine and rhythm that will make it easier each time. You will learn what gear you do and don’t need. With kids, you will always need snacks and drinks. Each trip or outing is not going to be perfect or even enjoyable. Some days the kids will cry, not want to participate or keep running off. But that happens if you stay home, too. So don’t let it stop you. Know that other days you will get to show your daughter a butterfly up close or an ant hill at work or a nest of Robin eggs or get to see your son hike up a mountain for the first time.

4. ADJUST YOUR MINDSET

One of the easiest ways to incorporate adventure into your kids’ lives is to create it out of everyday experiences. With the right mindset, everything can be an adventure. With a cynical mindset, everything can be a drag. Just on a walk, look at the weeds growing on your street. Check for bugs and sounds. Look for planes. Demonstrate curiosity to your kids and remember, adventure doesn’t always

need to be conquering the highest peak — it’s about doing new things. Because guess what? Everything your kid does is a new experience.

5. LOWER EXPECTATIONS

Adventure outings with kids require you to slow down. It can take an hour to hike one mile. As adult adventurers, we are often focused on getting to where we are going (fastest route from point A to point B). Kids don’t operate that way. Toddlers don’t walk in straight lines. Nor do they know your “plan.” So take a breath and enjoy your kids’ natural curiosities. Isn’t that one of the reasons you are out there with them in the first place? To stoke their internal inquisitiveness and enjoyment of doing things? Sometimes forget about reaching the destination and go dig in the dirt with your kids.

6. HICCUPS

With kids in tow, don’t bite off more than you can chew. Know that kids often get tired, hungry, and typically cranky at a certain time of day. For instance, don’t drag little ones through an art gallery at lunchtime. Plan accordingly. If you decide to go kayaking with your 4-year-old, know that he WILL have a meltdown at the absolute furthest point up the river. It’s almost certain. It’s important for you to know also that kids are experiencing their own challenges and that sometimes that is hard. There will be tears, and that might be OK. Adjust your mindset to consider these as opportunities of growth and learning, and

guide your kids through it without giving up. Adventuring with kids gets easier as they get older, but soon enough, because of you, they will be on adventures of their own with their friends. And they will be skilled leaders who know exactly what to do! Susan Day is editor of this publication and a mom of four amazing kids.

Know Your Child Temperament is the unique early set of personality traits that show up in infancy. Your child will likely hold onto these traits for his entire life, although life experiences will shape his personality, too. The better you understand your kids, the easier it will be for you to best challenge them toward becoming open, flexible and adventurous in life. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, there are at least nine specific characteristics to consider about your children related to their temperaments. Activity level: how much they engage in physical activity Regularity: how consistently they eat, sleep, use the bathroom How they approach situations: whether they jump into new situations without looking back or take longer to be comfortable Adaptability: how easily they can adjust to new situations Intensity: their energy level

parenting Mood: whether they tend to be pleasant or less friendly Attention span: how long they can attend to a task Distractibility: how easily they can be distracted Sensory threshold: the amount of stimulation required for a child to respond

+ Parent Without Fear You’ve probably noticed kids who are bold and fearless as well as those who are timid like mice. In the book, Parenting without Fear, author Paul J. Donahue, Ph.D. provides calm and reasoned parenting tools for modeling how to get past your own fears in order to teach your kids to be independent, to persevere and to take control of their lives as they grow. Some of the tools Donahue covers include: 1. Lead by Example Guard against saying things that may stop your child from doing things and show him the healthy way to be. Push yourself out of your own comfort zone by trying and doing new things that will challenge you and in watching you, challenge your kids. 2. Say, “Yes” More A lot of parents go straight to “No” when their kids ask to do something. Short of permitting something truly dangerous — and in line with knowing your child — try saying “Yes” more. It’s fun, it builds trust and it creates connection. 3. Know That We Learn From Our Mistakes Life is an exercise in mishaps — we have to learn from what goes “wrong.” If you can understand that mistakes are not to be feared, you can encourage them to try new things and when they DO make mistakes, help them find the lessons within them. 4. Be There for Them In all aspects of life, your child needs to know that he can depend on you in all situations. You need to be there for your kids emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Just know that adults can pass their own fears onto kids, and that it’s not helpful to do so.

Teaching kids to embrace life is about giving them the self conﬁdence they need to try new things.

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JULY THINGS TO DO! By Michael W. Aldrich

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Day-to-day goings on.

Summer Movies Under The Stars Pack up chairs, a blanket and the kids to watch a family movie outdoors.

Free Outdoor Concerts For Families Oh, those summer nights! Take the kids to a festive music outing this season.

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onger days and summer vacation mean more downtime for family time! See how many boxes you can check off on pages 40 - 41.

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Sunflowers at Lucky Ladd Farms

Big Band Dances on the Cumberland

Fourth of July Fireworks

Vintage Base Ball

Dog Days at The Hermitage

Franklin Main Street Festival

Colorful Hat Circus & Variety Show

Bee Hives at Sam Davis Home

DAILY EVENTS THU 01 SUNFLOWER SPECTACULAR! 615-274-3786 luckyladdfarms.com

Make selfies and cut flowers to take home from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Eagleville’s Lucky Ladd Farms. Enjoy petting animals, taking a wagon ride or sliding down a mega slide. Thursdays are $12.99; Fridays/Saturdays are $14.99.

TINKERING GARAGE EXHIBIT 615-862-5160 adventuresci.org

Tinkering Garage at Nashville’s Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Boulevard) is a makerspace for kids to explore engineering. Strap on a tool belt to take things apart and put things together, daily from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Adults are $15.95; $11.95 ages 2 - 12.

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

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

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL 615-690-4487 milb.com/nashville

Versus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m. Tickets range from $19 - $37.

FREE OLD HICKORY’S FAMILY STORY TIME (ONLINE)

BLUEGRASS NIGHTS AT THE RYMAN

THE PALACE THEATRE KID’S SUMMER MOVIE SERIES

Join Miss Kelly and her puppet friends as they share the joy of reading every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. on the Old Hickory Branch Facebook page.

Join Ryman Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. for bluegrass nights. All shows are preceded by 650 AM WSM’s free showcase, Pickin’ on the Plaza, featuring regional bluegrass bands starting at 6 p.m. on the PNC Plaza at the Ryman. Tickets range from $30 - $75.

See a movie Friday mornings through July 9 for only $4. A small popcorn and drink are included! All movies start at 10 a.m.

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

Come out to Cheekwood at 1200 Forrest Park Drive in Nashville through Sep. 5 for this innovative exhibition featuring more than 40 sculptures made from 800,000+ LEGO® Bricks. Free for members; $20 for adults and $13 for ges 3 - 17.

FREE PANEL DISCUSSION: COMIC BOOK CLUB (ONLINE) sade.johnson@nashville.gov

Come join Nashville Public Library’s weekly virtual discussion about comic books. The club meets on Google Meet on select Thursdays at 7 p.m.

FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT STREETS OF INDIAN LAKE 866-704-3000 streetsofindianlake.com

Bring a chair or blanket to 300 Indian Lake Boulevard in Hendersonville or take advantage of ample seating to kick back and enjoy the sights and sounds from 6:30 - 9 p.m.

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FREE BALANCED YOGA (ONLINE)

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Join Richland Park Library’s free community yoga program via Zoom weekly at 6:30 p.m. Email the address above for instructions to join the class.

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

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

FRI 02 FREE GENTLE YOGA (ONLINE) 615-862-5871

Breathe and stretch with Nashville Public Library in this virtual class, Fridays at 10 a.m. Register online.

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JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME urbanairtrampolinepark.com

Bring in your toddlers to either Urban Air Adventure Park locations (Old Hickory or Cool Springs) Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. The park opens for the little ones and parents to jump and crawl around. Cost is $7.99 per child; parents play free.

FREE BINGO ON THE LAWN AT SMYRNA LIBRARY 615-459-4884 rclstn.org

Come out to Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road West) and enjoy BINGO on the Lawn Fridays at 10 a.m. Families can spread out between the library and the Senior Center.

CHARLOTTE’S WEB PRESENTED BY NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE nashvillechildrenstheatre.org

Nashville Children’s Theatre presents Charlotte’s Web on Fridays at 10 a.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. through July 17. The location is West Glow Farm in Kingston Springs (1090 Old Brush Creek Road). There will be live music and families are welcome to picnic. Tickets are $20.

TIE DYE FRIDAYS!

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Come tie dye at the Little Art House Nashville (located at 2106B Acklen Ave) from 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Join tie dying expert Leighton as she shows the tricks to making a super-cool tie dyed item. Class is recommended for kids in K - 3rd grade. Cost is $25.

FIREPIT FRIDAYS

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Friday night climbs now come with a campfire at Nashville’s Adventure Park (801 Percy Warner Boulevard) from 4 8 p.m. Firepit Friday tickets include up to two hours of climbing and a 30-minute safety briefing. Cost is $33.

FREE 1ST FRIDAY NIGHT MARKET

facebook.com/HistoricSpringfieldEvents Enjoy live music, food trucks, a kids’ zone, classic car cruise-in, farmers’ market, and local artisans from 6 - 9 p.m. at the downtown square in Springfield (405 North Main Street, Springfield).

Blooming fields of more than 50,000 sunflowers provide a stunning experience for families this July at Lucky Ladd Farms in Eagleville, TN. Bring your cameras for sunflower selfies!

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THINGS TO DO BABY GOAT CUDDLING 615-481-9546 noble-springs.com

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

FREE BIG BAND ON THE CUMBERLAND

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Big Band Dances at Cumberland Park are every Friday in July from 7 - 9:30 p.m. In addition, two dance lessons are offered each night at 7 and 8:30 p.m. Learn to swing, foxtrot, rumba and more! This event remains free and open to the public. Cumberland Park is located at 592 S 1st St in Nashville.

CONCERTS ON THE FARM: THE AVETT BROTHERS

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Come see the Avett Brothers perform live on the Bonnaroo Farm in Mancherster, TN. Pricing available online.

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S 615-395-0102 arringtonvineyards.com

Come out to Arrington Vineyards at 6211 Patton Road from 5 - 9 p.m. for Food Truck Fridays, featuring Cousins Maine Lobster and Little Cancun with live music by The San Rafael Band.

SUNFLOWER SPECTACULAR! See Thursday, July 1.

FREE LIVE CONCERTS ON MURFREESBORO SQUARE 615-895-1887 mainstreetmurfreesboro.org

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

FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET fb.me/e/d8n9EBJPD

Held inside a huge 32,000-square-foot facility between East Nashville and Downtown (400 Davidson St.), the Music City Food Truck Park & Flea Market takes place Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL 615-690-4487

Versus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m. Tickets range from $19 - $37.

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

Swing, foxtrot, rumba and more at Big Band Dances at Cumberland Park Fridays in July. A live big band plays from 7 - 9:30 p.m. In addition, two dance lessons are offered each night at 7 and 8:30 p.m. FREE SMYRNA INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION 615-459-9773 townofsmyrna.org

Celebrate independence at Lee Victory Recreation Park. Activities begin at 5 p.m. and the fireworks display begins at dark.

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FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET

FREE KID’S ZONE SATURDAY!

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

This event at Nashville’s Plaza Mariachi features storytime, live music and more from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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FREE MURFREESBORO SATURDAY FARMERS MARKET mainstreetmurfreesboro.org

CHARLOTTE’S WEB PRESENTED BY NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE See Friday, July 2.

FREE BLUEBERRY PICKING OPENING WEEKEND shadetreeorchard.com

Come down to Shade Tree Farm & Orchard (2087 Kinneys Road in Adams, TN) for blueberry picking, treats, lunch and more. Opening weekend is from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. After that, the farm’s open Wednesdays - Sundays; check website for times.

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

Free community sports for kids ages 7 - 17 every Saturday from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Plaza Mariachi. Activities include soccer, volleyball and basketball along with a cookout.

FREE NASHVILLE CARS N’ COFFEE

facebook.com/nashvillecarsncoffee Bring out the whole family for the free Shine n’ Show at Franklin’s Throrughbred 20 parking lot at 633 Frazier Drive from 8 - 11 a.m.

Main Street Saturday Market in downtown Murfreesboro is a weekly farmers’ market on the square from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m.

FREE HENDERSONVILLE FARMERS’ & ARTISAN MARKET 615-838-8238 streetsofindianlake.com

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

FREE NOLENSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET 615-967-6765

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

DROP-IN ART CLASSES

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Come imagine on Friday and Saturday mornings at Little Art House Nashville, located at 2106B Acklen Ave. The 9:30 - 10 a.m. class is for ages 1 - 4, and the 10:30 - 11 a.m. class is intended to be drop-off class for ages 4 - 10. Cost is $15.

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LANE MOTOR MUSEUM VAULT TOURS

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

FREE DRAWING TUTORIAL (ONLINE)

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Learn how to draw different rainforest animals on the Rutherford County Library System Facebook page at 2 p.m.

SUNFLOWER SPECTACULAR! See Thursday, July 1.

FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET See Friday, July 2.

FREE MUSIC CITY MARKET ON THE GREEN thistlefarms.org

Come out to the JW Marriot courtyard in Nashville for this outdoor summer market featuring local women artisans, live music, cold beverages and great eats from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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THINGS TO DO FREE FREEDOM FEST freedomfestivaltn.com

The annual pre-Independence Day celebration in Hendersonvillel returns to Drakes Creek Park from 6 - 9 p.m. The fireworks start at 9 p.m. There will also be live entertainment from Garage Band Revival.

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

NASHVILLE SC VS. PHILADELPHIA UNION nashvillesc.com

Cheer on Nashville Soccer Club vs Philadelphia Union at Nissan Stadium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $24 - $110.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL 615-690-4487

Versus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m. Tickets range from $19 - $37.

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES 615-395-0102 arringtonvineyards.com

Come out to Arrington Vineyards at 6211 Patton Road from 3 - 7 p.m. for live jazz and bluegrass bands every Saturday and Sunday through October. No reservations required.

CONCERTS ON THE FARM: THE AVETT BROTHERS See Friday, July 2.

SUN 04 FREE INDEPENDENCE DAY! FREE FLEA MARKET SUNDAYS AT PLAZA MARIACHI

KABOOM! From downtown Nashville’s ginormous bash to local community festivities, celebrate America’s independence with a fireworks show this year. View our full roundup at nashvilleparent.com/fireworks2021. FREE MUSIC CITY HOT CHICKEN FESTIVAL

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The Music City Hot Chicken Festival kicks off with the fire engine parade at 12 p.m. before the gates at East Park (700 Woodland St.) swing open for cayenne-soaked fun with free samples for the first 500 folks. There’s entertainment, beer and a tough competition for amateur cooks.

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RED, WHITE & BOOM!

FREE BLUEBERRY PICKING OPENING WEEKEND

Enjoy this exclusive evening which includes special after-hours admission to the science center from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., live science demonstrations, laser shows, lawn games, great tunes, local food trucks, interactive activities and more. Fireworks start at 9:30 and end around 10 p.m. Cost is $35 - $45.

Come to Flea Market Sundays at Plaza Mariachi (3955 Nolensville Pike) to find great deals on food, clothing, furniture and baby items from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

See Saturday, July 3.

VISIT RESCUED FARM ANIMALS

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Come visit rescued cows, pigs, horses, goats, turkeys and chickens Sundays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Gentle Farm, located at 9295 Christiana Fosterville Road in Christiana, TN. Cost is $20 for adults; $10 for children.

SUNFLOWER SPECTACULAR! See Thursday, July 1.

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

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES See Saturday, July 3.

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FREE CELEBRATION UNDER THE STARS 615-642-3723 murfreesboroparks.com

Murfreesboro’s Independance Day celebration includes fireworks and music at the Fountains at Gateway, 1500 Medical Center Parkway, beginning at 4 p.m. Live music featuring The Cleverlys begins at 7:30 p.m. from the Fountains stage. The fireworks display — by Pyro Shows — will light up the sky at 9 p.m.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL 615-690-4487

Versus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m. Tickets range from $19 - $37. Fireworks after the game.

FREE FRANKLIN ON THE FOURTH franklintn.gov

Festivities kick off at Public Square with live music, car shows, arts and crafts, kids’ activities and more. The Children’s Parade is at 5 p.m., and fireworks start at 9 p.m. in The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 239 Franklin Road.

FREE LA VERGNE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION lavergnetn.gov/224/July-4thCelebration

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and picnics to La Vergne’s Independence Day celebration at Veterans Memorial Park (115 Floyd Mayfield Drive). The event includes fireworks, live music, food vendors and activities at 6 p.m.

MON 05 EARLY EXPLORERS 615-862-5160 adventuresci.org

Special activiites for preschoolers include a storytime and planetarium show at 11 a.m. $18 for non-member adults & $14 for non-member youth; free for members.

FREE READING PAWS 615-893-4131 x 114 rclstn.org

Come read to Stevie — Linebaugh Library’s friendly Reading Education Assistance Dog — from 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Contact Murfreesboro’s Linebaugh Library for more details.

FREE LET FREEDOM SING! MUSIC CITY JULY 4TH

FREE LINEBAUGH TEEN COOKING PROGRAM (ONLINE)

This fourth of July features the largest fireworks show in Nashville history with the pyrotechnics synchronized to a live performance by the Nashville Symphony. Brad Paisley headlines the live music festivities in downtown Nashville! The concert stage will be located at First and Broadway and music starts at 9 p.m.

Murfreesboro teens can pick up a cooking kit from Linebaugh Public Library and the staple ingredients needed. Cooking videos will be posted on the Rutherford County Library Facebook Mondays at 2 p.m. so teens can test them out at home. For ages 12 - 18.

FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT CROCKETT PARK

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615-371-0060 brentwoodtn.gov/summerconcerts Tim Akers and the Smoking Section take on the fourth for the first time since the Kadillacs departed. Concert starts at 7 p.m.; fireworks at 9 p.m.

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FREE MOVE ON MONDAYS Join the Brentwood Library from 10 11 a.m. Mondays in July for a walk to discover new things and enjoy “brain breaks” along the way. Water and snacks provided.

TINKERING GARAGE EXHIBIT See Thursday, July 1.

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THINGS TO DO BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JR. 615-784-4014 capitoltheatretn.com

Come out to 110 W Main St. in Lebabon for this live production of Beauty and the Beast, Jr., running Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m and Sunday at 3 p.m. Come dressed as your favorite Disney princess, villain or hero to receive a free rose that you can light up when the Prince comes to life!

FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT STREETS OF INDIAN LAKE See Thursday, July 1.

BLUEGRASS NIGHTS AT THE RYMAN See Thursday, July 1.

NASHVILLE SC VS. ATLANTA UNITED FC

Cheer on the Nashville Soccer Club vs Atlanta United FC at Nissan Stadium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $24 $110.

Cool down under the spray from Murfreesboro fire trucks twice in July! The first is July 8 at Barfield Crescent Park and the second is July 22 at Old Fort Park. Free for ages 12 and under with an adult.

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THE PALACE THEATRE KID’S SUMMER MOVIE SERIES

FREE JACKSON’S LIBRARY CARD (ONLINE)

FREE CASSIE’S CUDDLES (ONLINE)

CREATIVE ZONE: EMBELLISHED INSTRUMENTS

FREE GENTLE YOGA (ONLINE)

Join Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage for a monthly virtual book club the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. July’s read is Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi.

Cassie brings the joy of baby story time to the Edmondson Pike Library Facebook Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. See Friday, July 2.

Young designers can personalize paper instruments inspired by those on display in the galleries at Country Music Hall of Fame from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Included with museum admission. Free to museum members.

FREE LIVE ANIMAL SHOW WITH BOB TARTER

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS MARKET

615-889-2941 thehermitage.com/bookclub

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

Anyone with an interest in the magical arts are encouraged to drop by Linebaugh Library in Murfreesboro from 7 - 9 p.m. Meetings are the first Tuesday of the month in the second floor Board Room.

FREE SMYRNA GENEALOGICAL GROUP 615-459-4884

Learn about family history at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road West) at 1 p.m.

FREE TWEEN TUESDAY (ONLINE)

Tuesdays from 2 - 3 p.m., join Ashley with Nashville Public Library on Zoom for scavenger hunts, book talks and activities for ages 9 - 12.

FREE YARN LOVE MURFREESBORO rclstn.org

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

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JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME

615-776-5490 facebook.com/NolensvilleBranchofWCPLtn

Come out to Nolensville Library for this live animal program with Bob Tarter outside and out back at 10:30 a.m.

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

See Thursday, July 1.

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

PARENT+TOTS YOGA

KIDS BOB ROSS OIL PAINT WORKSHOP: NOLENSVILLE

Tots and their grownups join Nurture Nashville Yoga (992 Davidson Drive Suite #102 in Nashville) for this fun, creative class Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. There are in-person, as well as virtual class options. Call for prices.

Kids can join a Bob Ross certified instructor to learn the technique made famous by Bob Ross at Nolensville Recreation Complex from 10 - 11:30 a.m. $30 each, all supplies included.

nurturenashville.com/classes

TINKERING GARAGE EXHIBIT See Thursday, July 1.

paintingwithq.com/kids-summerworkshops

library.nashville.org emily.bland@nashville.gov

Join Goodlettsville Branch Library to learn early literacy skills alongside art and STEM concepts Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Email the address above to be added to the story time contact list.

See Friday, July 2.

CHARLOTTE’S WEB PRESENTED BY NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE

See Friday, July 2.

FREE BINGO ON THE LAWN AT SMYRNA LIBRARY See Friday, July 2.

FREE ADVENTURE DAYS AT BICENTENNIAL CAPITOL MALL STATE PARK 615-741-5280 cumberlandrivercompact.org

Join the Cumberland River Compact, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park and The Nashville Predators Foundation for nature-themed activities for kids along with take-home activity kits July 9, 10, 16 and 17 from 1 - 4 p.m. at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, July 2.

SUNFLOWER SPECTACULAR!

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

FREE SPLASH OUT!

Join Nashville Shores for some holiday cheer at its fourth annual Christmas in July from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Bring an unwrapped toy with a minimum value of $10 and receive admission for $21.99.

See Thursday, July 1.

FREE STEAM POWERED STORY TIME (ONLINE)

See Friday, July 2.

615-893-2141 murfreesborotn.gov

Join the happy kids under the spray from the Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Department from 1:30 - 3 p.m. at Barfield Crescent Park in Murfreesboro. Don’t forget your sunscreen and towel. For ages 12 and under with adult supervision.

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SUNFLOWER SPECTACULAR! See Thursday, July 1.

FREE CREATIVE ZONE: EMBELLISHED INSTRUMENTS

FREE HENDERSONVILLE FARMERS’ & ARTISAN MARKET

FREE SONGWRITING 101: KACEY MUSGRAVES’ STYLE

FREE MURFREESBORO SATURDAY FARMERS’ MARKET

See Thursday, July 8.

countrymusichalloffame.org

Join an educator from Country Music Hall of Fame to write a song as a group in this introductory workshop from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Share ideas and write an original song inspired by Kacey Musgrave’s song, “Rainbow.” Registration required by 9:30 a.m.

FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET See Friday, July 2.

FAMILY NIGHTS AT THE MUSEUM: CAMP OUT

615-459-2341 samdavishome.org/event-tickets

Sleep under the stars on the historic grounds of Sam Davis Home in Smyrna! Bring your tent and sleeping bag for this fun camp out at 6 p.m. through the next morning. Local storyteller, Charlie McCoin, will share legends of Tennessee around the campfire. $10 per person. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JR. See Thursday, July 8.

FREE BIG BAND ON THE CUMBERLAND See Friday, July 2.

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS See Friday, July 2.

SAT 10 CHARLOTTE’S WEB PRESENTED BY NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE See Friday, July 2.

FREE ADVENTURE DAYS AT BICENTENNIAL CAPITOL MALL STATE PARK See Friday, July 9.

MUSEUM FUN DAY!

lanemotormuseum.org

Come out to Lane Motor Museum in Nashville for this special event day when they’ll have vault tours, demonstrations and special activities included with your admission from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. All activities are first come, first served. Adults are $12, youth are $3, ages 5 and under are free.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, July 2.

DROP-IN KIDS ART CLASSES See Saturday, July 3.

FREE FRANKLIN FARMER’S MARKET

See Saturday, July 3.

FREE NOLENSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, July 3.

FREE JAZZ AM

nashvillejazz.org/events/jazz-am

This monthly series of Saturday morning programs offers an interactive jazz concert for young people featuring music, puppets, improvisation, rhythm and movement at Nashville’s Hadley Park Community Center at 10 a.m. The program — lead by professionals and jazz musicians — is for children ages 2 - 10 and families.

Outdoor Summer Movies! BY MICHAEL W. ALDRICH

SMYRNA TEDDY BEAR TEA townofsmyrna.org

Grab your favorite stuffed bear friend, or two, and come out to Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center for crafts and a Teddy Bear Teatime from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cost is $2 per child; all ages are welcome and registration is required.

LANE MOTOR MUSEUM VAULT TOURS See Saturday, July 3.

FREE KID’S COMMUNITY SPORTS EVENT See Saturday, July 3.

FREE FRIDA FESTIVAL 615-373-9292 fb.me/e/1ZBDueeUg

CLARKSVILLE

MURFREESBORO

Clarksville Parks & Recreation is hosts Movies in the Park once a month through September. Movies begin at sunset at Heritage Park in July and Liberty Park in August & September.

Murfreesboro’s annual Movies Under the Stars gives you a chance to catch free familyfriendly films each week through the month. Each week’s film is played at four different locations, giving you and your family the ability to watch a movie together where it's convenient. Movies begin at 8:30 p.m. at all locations.

Movie Schedule: July 24: Frozen 2 August 7: Remember the Titans September 25: Hocus Pocus

FRANKLIN

The Viva Frida Festival at Plaza Mariachi in Nashville celebrates the life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo and features music, food, art, dancing and contests from 12 - 7 p.m.

FREE MUSIC CITY JERK FESTIVAL 2021

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The annual Music City Jerk Festival isn’t just a celebration of the spicy goodness that is Jamaican jerk chicken, it’s a showcase for all Caribbean food vendors across Nashville from 1 - 8 p.m. Come to Music City Walk of Fame Park (121 Fourth Ave. S.) ready to eat.

FREE AMERICANA CELEBRATION & BRANDON WEBSTER FIREWORK SHOW

A family -friendly event at White House Municipal Park from 3 - 8 p.m., featuring activities, food trucks, live music from The WannaBeatles and Vinyl Radio and the Brandon Webster Firework Show.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JR. See Thursday, July 8.

See Saturday, July 3.

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Franklin’s free summer movie series takes place once a month at Pinkerton Park through August. Show starts at 8 p.m. or at sunset with concessions available for purchase. Movie Schedule: July 16: An American Tail: Fievel Goes West August 13: Hotel Transylvania 3

MT. JULIET Mt. Juliet Parks & Recreation’s free movie series takes place on the first Friday of each month through October at the Charlie Daniels Park amphitheater. Movie Schedule: July 2: The Croods: A New Age (8:15 p.m.) August 6: The War with Grandpa (8 p.m.) September 3: Facing the Giants (7:15 p.m.) October 1: Frankenstein 1931 (6:30 p.m.)

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Movie Locations: Mondays: Barfield Crescent Park Thursdays: Richard Siegel Neighborhood Park Fridays: Cason Trailhead Saturdays: Fountains at Gateway Movie Schedule: July 5: Abominable July 12: Onward July 19: The Croods: A New Age July 26: The Secret Garden

SPRINGFIELD Springfield Parks & Recreation is bringing you Free Movie Fridays all summer long. You can catch family-friendly movies on the third Friday of every month through September. The event takes place at Robertson County Fairgrounds at 7:30 p.m. Movie Schedule: July 16: Moana August 20: The Trolls World Tour September 17: Raya and the Last Dragon

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CAMPING • SEMINARS • FOOD KIDZONE • COMEDIANS • & MORE!

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Beauty and the Beast, Jr. Ages 4-18

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THINGS TO DO SONGS AND STORIES AT HISTORIC STONEWALL

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A new series that blends local history and live music in downtown Gallatin. Each show takes place at 332 E. Main St., with all proceeds benefiting Sumner County Museum. The July 10 performance will feature Marshall Chapman. Music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20.

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES See Saturday, July 3.

SUN 11 FREE FLEA MARKET SUNDAYS AT PLAZA MARIACHI See Sunday, July 4.

LANE MOTOR MUSEUM VAULT TOURS See Saturday, July 3.

FREE VINTAGE BASEBALL

615-893-0022 tennesseevintagebaseball.com

Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy some old-fashioned ball games on the grounds of Oaklands Mansion in Murfreesboro at 2 p.m., courtesy of the Nashville Vintage Base Ball League.

If you and your little baserunners are looking for some unique and free entertainment, the Tennessee Association of Vintage Baseball plays games July 11 and 25 at historical homes in the area. EARLY EXPLORERS

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VISIT RESCUED FARM ANIMALS

FREE EDMONDSON’S GOT ENERGY (ONLINE)

CAMPOLOGY OLYMPICS

SEAN KENNEY’S NATURE POP! MADE WITH LEGO® BRICKS

Songs, yoga and a story at 10:30 a.m. on the Edmondson Pike Library Facebook.

See Sunday, July 4.

See Thursday, July 1.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR See Thursday, July 8.

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES See Saturday, July 3.

MON 12 CAMPOLOGY OLYMPICS 615-890-2300 explorethedc.org/camps

Put your skills to the test as Murfreesobor’s Discovery Center lights the torch for the 2021 Campology Olympics, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., July 12 - 16! Camper olympians will work their STEAM strengths and participate in different olympic games such as archery, rowing and relays. Before- and after-care available. Pricing available online.

DISCOVERY DAYS: NAVIGATION BY COMPASS 615-859-3678 visitgoodlettsville.com

Come out to Historic Mansker’s Station (705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville) for this workshop for kids in grades three through seven from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Navigate a course with a compass, learn basic knots and more. Cost is $10.

See Monday, June 5.

615-880-3957 facebook.com/pg/NPLEdmondsonPike

FREE LINEBAUGH TEEN COOKING PROGRAM (ONLINE) See Monday, June 5.

FREE MEDITATION MONDAYS (ONLINE)

facebook.com/NPLEdmondsonPike Learn the art of meditation for physical and emotional well-being with guided meditation videos posted on the second Monday of each month on the Edmondson Pike branch library Facebook page at 7 p.m.

FREE MOVE ON MONDAYS See Monday, June 5.

FREE MS. LOU ANNE’S FUN TIME STORYTIME (ONLINE)

facebook.com/pg/NPLRichlandPark/videos Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for stories, songs and crafts on Richland Park Library’s Facebook. For ages 2 - 5.

TINKERING GARAGE EXHIBIT See Thursday, July 1.

FREE YOGA (ONLINE)

megan.sheridan@nashville.gov

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

See Monday, July 12.

FREE DANDY DJ SUMMER READING GRAND FINALE 615-893-4131 rclstn.org

Come celebrate your summer reading success with a dance party on the Civic Plaza with Dandy DJ at Linebaugh Public Library in Murfreesboro from 10 - 12 p.m.

DISCOVERY DAYS: SPIES ON THE FRONTIER 615-859-3678 visitgoodlettsville.com

Come out to Historic Mansker’s Station (705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville) for this workshop for kids in grades three through seven from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Learn a little history of the spy world and make a cipher disk to break codes and find treasures. Cost is $10.

JUNIOR RANGER CAMP 615-425-3706 jennifer.r.smith@tn.gov

Join Bledsoe Creek State Park in Gallatin for their annual Junior Ranger Camp, held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday - Friday. Explore Tennessee history with activities to inspire curiosity and inventiveness. For ages 6 - 10.

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

FREE PLAY GAMES WITH GAME KEEPER JOHN (ONLINE) youtube.com/user/NashvilleLibrary

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Learn and play through classic and modern games online with Nashville Public Library’s Game Keeper, John, every other Tuesday in July on NPL’s YouTube channel.

TINKERING GARAGE EXHIBIT See Thursday, July 1.

FREE TWEEN TUESDAY (ONLINE) See Tuesday, July 6.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL 615-690-4487 milb.com/nashville

Versus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m.

WED 14 CAMPOLOGY OLYMPICS See Monday, July 12.

FREE WATER PLAYDAY 615-371-0090 brentwoodtn.gov

Meet on the Brentwood Library patio (8109 Concord Road) outside the meeting rooms to the right of the entry from 10 - 11 a.m. for fun with water.

JUNIOR RANGER CAMP See Tuesday, July 13.

FREE CASSIE’S CUDDLES (ONLINE) See Wednesday, July 7.

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

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THINGS TO DO DISCOVERY DAYS: BASICS OF MACRAME 615-859-3678 visitgoodlettsville.com

Come to Historic Mansker’s Station in Goodlettsville for this workshop from 10 - 11:30 a.m. Learn the concept of Macrame and create soup can plant holders. For kids in grade three through seven. Cost is $5.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME See Friday, July 2.

PARENT+TOTS YOGA See Wednesday, July 7.

FREE STEAM POWERED STORY TIME (ONLINE) See Wednesday, July 7.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

FREE CREATIVE ZONE: HIP HATS

615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

Using hats on view throughout the museum as inspiration, designers will make and decorate paper hats in this family program from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

FREE OLD HICKORY’S FAMILY STORY TIME (ONLINE) See Thursday, July 1.

KIDS BOB ROSS OIL PAINT WORKSHOP: SPRING HILL paintingwithq.com

Kids can join a Bob Ross instructor to learn the technique made famous by Bob Ross at Longview Recreation Center in Spring Hill from 10 - 11:30 a.m. $30 each, all supplies included.

Versus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m.

FREE GOODLETTSVILLE FARMERS MARKET

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TINKERING GARAGE EXHIBIT

CAMPOLOGY OLYMPICS See Monday, July 12.

JUNIOR RANGER CAMP See Tuesday, July 13.

SUNFLOWER SPECTACULAR! See Thursday, July 1.

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FREE GOODLETTSVILLE MUSIC ON MAIN SUMMER CONCERTS 615-859-7979 goodlettsvillechamber.com

The City of Goodlettsville hosts the Music On Main Summer Concert Series on the grounds of City Hall. Concerts take place at 6:30 p.m.

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER 615-889-2941 thehermitage.com

Join Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage for after-hours access to the historic landmark, featuring live music, local wine and beer from Natchez Hills Winery and 1,120 acres for you and your four-legged best friend to play from 5 - 8 p.m. A special doggie park will be available for off-leash fun, and for those who need a cool down, there will be wading pools for the pups.

FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT STREETS OF INDIAN LAKE See Thursday, July 1.

MOVIE NIGHT AT CAPITOL THEATRE 615-784-4014 capitoltheatretn.com

Come out to 110 W Main St. in Lebabon for a showing of The Notebook at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $5.

FREE 3RD THURSDAYS ON MAIN

615-451-5961 downtowngallatin.com/3rd-thursdays-on-main

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

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

Versus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m.

FREE PANEL DISCUSSION: COMIC BOOK CLUB (ONLINE) See Thursday, July 1.

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT AT CHEEKWOOD See Thursday, July 1.

FRI 16 CHARLOTTE’S WEB PRESENTED BY NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE See Friday, July 2.

FREE ADVENTURE DAYS AT BICENTENNIAL CAPITOL MALL STATE PARK See Friday, July 9.

CAMPOLOGY OLYMPICS See Monday, July 12.

WORLD SNAKE DAY townofsmyrna.org

Come out to this free event at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center as they celebrate scaly reptiles through a meet-and-greet animal show followed by snake-themed crafts and activities from 12 - 3 p.m. Free with paid admission; members are free.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, July 2.

JUNIOR RANGER CAMP See Tuesday, July 13.

FREE CREATIVE ZONE: HIP HATS See Thursday, July 15.

FREE BIG BAND ON THE CUMBERLAND See Friday, July 2.

BRAVO’S DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID 615-599-5315 bravocreativeartscenter.com

Disney’s The Little Mermaid is live on stage through the 18th. Bravo Creative Arts at Father Ryan’s Theatre, 700 Norwood Drive. Tickets are $12. Friday’s show is at 7 p.m., Saturday shows are 2 and 7 p.m. and Sunday’s show is at 2 p.m.

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S See Friday, July 2.

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

TINKERING GARAGE EXHIBIT See Thursday, July 1.

What better way to spend the dog days of summer than with a visit to The Hermitage with your favorite pup? Come out on the third Thursday of the month through August for after-hours access to the historic landmark.

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GO CANOEING/KAYAKING

HAVE A LAKE DAY

RIVER QUEEN VOYAGES 2 Victory Ave, Nashville Cumberland River rqvoyages.com | 615-933-9778 Open daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. through August $49 per single Kayak

BLUE TURTLE BAY MARINA 2001 Riverside Dr, Old Hickory blueturtlebaymarina.com | 615-847-4022 Open daily 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Double decker pontoon rental is $375 for 4 hours, $450 for 8 hours

STONES RIVER KAYAK & CANOE RENTAL Various Murfreesboro locations Stones River stonesriverkayak.com | 615-767-7501 Open daily 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. through August $35 per single Kayak

CEDAR CREEK MARINA 9120 Saundersville Rd, Mt. Juliet cedarcreekmarina.net | 615-758-5174 Open daily 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Full day pontoon boat rentals start at $225 on weekdays, $350 on weekends

METRO PARKS CANOE & KAYAK Various Nashville locations Cumberland River, Harpeth River, Mill Creek, Whites Creek and Stones River nashville.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/Outdoor-Recreation/Canoe-and-Kayak.aspx 615-642-9745 Available by appointment $25

ELM HILL MARINA 3361 Bell Rd, Nashville elmhillmarina.com/boat-rentals 615-889-5363 Open Mondays - Saturdays Half day pontoon boat rentals start at $285, full days start at $360

FOGGY BOTTOM CANOE & KAYAK 1270 Highway 70, Kingston Springs Harpeth River foggybottomcanoe.com | 615-952-4062 Open 9 a.m. on weekdays, 8 a.m. on weekends through November $45 per canoe, $35 per kayak RIVER RAT’S CANOE RENTAL 4361 US-431, Columbia Duck River riverratcanoe.com | 931-381-2278 Open 9 a.m. on weekdays, 8 a.m. on weekends through November $50 per canoe, $35 per kayak

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SWEETWATER PONTOON RENTALS 259 Sanders Ferry Rd, Hendersonville sweetwaterpontoonrentals.com 615-926-5495 Open daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Full day pontoon boat rentals start at $350 PADDLE UP NASHVILLE 525 Basswood Ave, Nashville paddleupnashville.com | 615-571-0708 Open Wednesdays - Mondays $26 for 1 hour, $46 for 2 hours in a single kayak; $35 for 1 hour, $55 for 2 hours in a tandem kayak

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PLAY IN THE SAND ANDERSON ROAD DAY USE AREA 4010 Anderson Rd, Nashville $5 per car/per day Open 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily through September 29 Sandy Beach for lake swimming and picnic areas BRYANT GROVE AT LONG HUNTER STATE PARK 2910 Hobson Pike, Hermitage Free Open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily Sandy Beach for lake swimming COOK DAY USE AREA 12230 Old Hickory Blvd, Hermitage $5 per car/per day Open 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily through October 29 Sandy beach, picnic spots, boat/fishing ramps and swimming area LAGUARDO RECREATION AREA 876 Burnett Rd, Old Hickory $5 fee per car/per day Open daylight to 10 p.m. through September 6 Sandy beach for lake swimming LOCK 3 BEACH Lock 3 Rd, Hendersonville Free Sandy beach, picnic spots and boat/fishing dock OLD HICKORY BEACH 876 Burnett Rd, Old Hickory $5 fee per car/per day Open from through September 6 Sandy beach for lake swimming, picnic area, playground and boat/fishing ramps

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HIT A WATER PARK SOUNDWAVES AT GAYLORD OPRYLAND 2800 Opryland Drive Nashville soundwavesgo.com | 615-889-1000 Day pass valid 12 - 8 p.m. on select Mondays - Thursdays this summer $49.99 day passes; hotel packages for a couple start at $169 for Davidson County residents, $194 for TN residents NASHVILLE SHORES 4001 Bell Road, Hermitage nashvilleshores.com | 615-889-7050 Open weekdays 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., weekends 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. $31.99 for weekday admission ($26.99 after 3 p.m.), $34.99 on weekends ($26.99 after 4 p.m.), Children 2 and younger are FREE WAVE COUNTRY 2320 Two Rivers Pkwy, Nashville nashville.gov/parks-and-recreation/wateractivities/wave-country.aspx Open weekdays 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., weekends 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. $12 adults, $10 ages 3 - 12 (child admission is half price Mondays - Thursdays from 3 - 5 p.m.; there is also a coupon online). Children 2 and younger are FREE HOLIDAY WORLD’S SPLASHIN’ SAFARI 452 E. Christmas Blvd., Santa Claus, IN holidayworld.com | 812-937-4401 Open Sundays - Fridays 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. $54.99 for 54 inches and taller, $44.99 for 53 inches and shorter (online discounts available)

SPLASH AROUND AVA’S SPLASH PAD 1075 Charlie Daniels Pkwy, Mt. Juliet Open Mondays - Saturdays 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sundays 1 - 5 p.m. through Labor Day BRENTWOOD SPLASH PARK 920 Heritage Way, Brentwood wcparksandrec.com/aquatics/pools/isc.php Mondays - Fridays 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sundays 1 - 5:30p.m. Multiple slides, ground and ring sprays and a 100 gallon dump bucket DON FOX COMMUNITY PARK 416 Baird Park Circle, Lebanon lebanontn.org/224/Don-Fox-Park-Wading-Pool Mondays - Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sundays from 1 - 5 p.m. Half day pontoon boat rentals start at $285, full days start at $360 FOUNTAINS AT GATEWAY 1500 Medical Center Pkwy, Murfreesboro fountainsatgateway.com Open from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. every day in the Summer Fountains light up at night! (Turned on and off at the discretion of the maintenance crew) METRO PARKS SPRAYGROUNDS 620 S. 9th Street, Nashville Jo Johnston Avenue at 17th Avenue North, Nashville nashville.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/WaterActivities/Spraygrounds.aspx Weekdays 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m., weekends 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Metro Parks spray grounds include Kirkpatrick, Watkins and Cumberland Parks and are free of charge

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GO TO A DRIVE-IN MOVIE STARDUST (31 MILES) 310 Purple Tiger Dr, Watertown stardustdrivein.com | 615-237-0077 PINK CADILLAC (41 MILES) 2506 TN-100, Centerville pinkcadillacdrive-in.com | 931-729-2386 THE MOONLITE (40 MILES) 931 W Main St, Woodbury themoonlite.com | 615-563-7900 MACON (50 MILES) 3570 Scottsville Rd, Lafayette macondrive-in.com | 615-666-4411

TIPS IF YOU GO: • PLAN ON A LATE NIGHT Drive-Ins offer double features. Even if you pull away after the first feature, you’ll be getting home late. • KIDS CAN WEAR PAJAMAS Then, plop them right into bed when you get home. • PACK FUN SNACKS Or pay a pretty bundle at the concession stand. Pop your own popcorn, candy, & pack a cooler with cold drinks. • BRING CHAIRS, PILLOWS & THROWS Even on a warm night you can get chilled sitting outside. • PACK JUMPER CABLE (JUST IN CASE) When you play the sound through your car radio, batteries can drain fast. Be ready.

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THINGS TO DO JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME

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FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET

CHARLOTTE’S WEB PRESENTED BY NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE

See Friday, July 2.

KIDS BOB ROSS OIL PAINT WORKSHOP: FRANKLIN 615-790-5719 paintingwithq.com

Kids can join a Bob Ross certified instructor to learn the technique made famous by Bob Ross at Franklin Recreation Complex from 10 - 11:30 a.m. $30 each, all supplies included!

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL milb.com/nashville

ersus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m.

FREE KID’S COMMUNITY SPORTS EVENT

See Friday, July 2.

FREE FRANKLIN FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, July 3.

FREE FRANKLIN MAIN STREET FESTIVAL

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The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 37th Annual Main Street Festival takes place in downtown Franklin today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Come out for a weekend of music, arts and crafts, food and children’s activities.

See Saturday, July 3.

DROP-IN KIDS ART CLASSES See Saturday, July 3.

FREE HENDERSONVILLE FARMERS’ & ARTISAN MARKET See Saturday, July 3.

LANE MOTOR MUSEUM VAULT TOURS See Saturday, July 3.

FREE MURFREESBORO SATURDAY FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, July 3.

BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, July 2.

FREE NOLENSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET See Saturday, July 3.

FREE DIY MONSTER BOOK OF MONSTERS 615-893-4131 rclstn.org

Bring your little artist to Linebaugh Library in Murfreesboro and make a Monster Book of Monsters from 2 - 3 p.m. Register online.

ANNUAL BONSAI SHOW 615-356-8000 cheekwood.org

Join Cheekwood for its Bonsai Show today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Demonstrations will be from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. and are included with general admission. For more information, visit nashvillebonsai.com.

FREE ADVENTURE DAYS AT BICENTENNIAL CAPITOL MALL STATE PARK See Friday, July 9.

BRAVO’S DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID See Friday, July 16.

CABARET ON STAGE: AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH BRANDEN & JAMES 615-782-4040 tpac.org

TPAC and Studio Tenn present this live performance at TPAC’s Polk Theater at 8 p.m.

CORNELIA FORT PICKIN’ PARTY corneliafortpickinparty.org

The music series continues once a month through August, offering music from area bluegrass bands, craft beer and fine local foods at Cornelia Fort AirPark (1093 Shadow Lane in Nashville). Tickets start at $24 per person.

FREE MUSIC IN THE VINES See Saturday, July 3.

Get artsy at Franklin’s 37th annual Main Street Festival on July 17-18 for a fun-filled weekend of music, arts and crafts, food and children’s activities.

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MONSTER JAM®

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Witness heated rivalries, high-flying stunts and fierce head-to-head battles for three shows of Monster Jam at Bridgestone Arena, today at 1 and 6:30 p.m. and July 18 at 1 p.m. Tickets range from $20 - $90.

FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET See Friday, July 2.

NASHVILLE SC VS. CHICAGO FIRE FC

Cheer on the Nashville Soccer Club vs Atlanta United FC at Nissan Stadium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $24 - $110.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

Versus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m.

SUN 18 FREE NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY! ANNUAL BONSAI SHOW

See Saturday, July 17.

FREE FLEA MARKET SUNDAYS AT PLAZA MARIACHI See Sunday, July 4.

FREE FRANKLIN MAIN STREET FESTIVAL See Saturday, July 17.

BRAVO’S ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’ See Friday, July 16.

FIESTA DAY

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El Jefe and Nashville Shores team up to bring you Fiesta Day, a fun-filled day of music, entertainment, authentic Hispanic offerings with food trucks, dance troupes and much more.

FREE JAZZ ON THE CUMBERLAND 615-731-9001 victorchatman.com

Bring your favorite blanket or lawn chair to enjoy jazz artists performing live on select Sundays from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at Nashville’s Cumberland Park. Expect a variety of food trucks, concessions, vendors and even a Kid’s Fun Play Zone.

LANE MOTOR MUSEUM VAULT TOURS See Saturday, July 3.

MONSTER JAM®

See Saturday, July 17.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL Versus the Louisville Bats at 7:05 p.m.

MON 19 CODING CAMP: CYBER AMBASSADOR BOOT CAMP explorethedc.org/camps

For grades nine through 12, this camp teaches students how to think like a cyber-attacker. so that they can defend against attacks. Sponsored by Discovery Center at Murfree Springs, the camp is held daily from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. July 19 through 23 at Stewarts Creek High School in Smyrna.

FREE MEMBER MONDAY AT CHEEKWOOD 615-353-6984 cheekwood.org

Join Cheekwood Estate & Gardens as they open for a day of celebration just for members. Bring a picnic and enjoy 55 acres of breathing room.

FREE MOVE ON MONDAYS See Monday, June 5.

FREE MS. LOU ANNE’S FUN TIME STORYTIME (ONLINE) See Monday, July 12.

FREE YOGA (ONLINE) See Monday, July 12.

TUE 20 CODING CAMP: CYBER AMBASSADOR BOOT CAMP See Monday, July 19.

FREE NASA YOUTUBE LIVE EVENT (ONLINE)

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Hear about NASA’s past, present, and future plans to explore space by taking part in this YouTube Live event at 12:15 p.m., sponsored by the Rutherford County Library System.

COLORFUL HAT CIRCUS & VARIETY SHOW

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Catch one of seven shows July 21 - 24 at the Jamison Theatre located in The Factory at Franklin. Featuring high flying acrobatics, juggling, aerial dance and comedy, this is a show for the entire family. Tickets range from $25-$45.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME See Friday, July 2.

THU 22 CODING CAMP: CYBER AMBASSADOR BOOT CAMP See Monday, July 19.

FREE CREATIVE ZONE: HIP HATS See Thursday, July 15.

COLORFUL HAT CIRCUS & VARIETY SHOW See Wednesday, July 21.

FULL MOON HIKES: BUCK MOON 615-370-4672 owlshill.org/events

Join for a guided night hike through the forests and meadows of Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary in Brentwood at 7 p.m. Bring a picnic dinner and dine in the pavilion, then explore a little naked eye astronomy before hitting the trails. Tickets are $15.

FREE JULY MUSIC UNDER THE STARS

Join for the third Music Under the Stars at the Fran Hutson Amphitheater in White House on Thursday, July 22 at 7 p.m. “Variety Pack” will perform.

KIDS BOB ROSS OIL PAINT WORKSHOP: SPRING HILL paintingwithq.com

FREE SMYRNA GENEALOGICAL GROUP See Tuesday, July 6.

Kids can join a Bob Ross instructor to learn the technique made famous by Bob Ross at Longview Recreation Center in Spring Hill from 10 - 11:30 a.m. $30 each, all supplies included.

FREE TWEEN TUESDAY (ONLINE)

BLUEGRASS NIGHTS AT THE RYMAN

See Tuesday, July 6.

FREE YARN LOVE MURFREESBORO See Tuesday, July 6.

WED 21 CODING CAMP: CYBER AMBASSADOR BOOT CAMP See Monday, July 19.

PARENT+TOTS YOGA See Wednesday, July 7.

FREE STEAM POWERED STORY TIME (ONLINE)

Tap Your Toes at Free Outdoor Concerts! DAVIDSON

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Cumberland Park 592 S 1st St., Nashville July 9, 16, 23 and 30 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Jazz on the Cumberland Cumberland Park 592 S 1st St., Nashville July 18, Aug 15, Sep 19 and Oct 17 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Nashville Pipes and Drums Frist Art Museum 919 Broadway, Nashville Aug 7: Listen to the sounds of Scotland and learn more about its cultural heritage in the Turner Courtyard, presented in fifteenminute performances at the top of each hour accompanied by Highland dancers. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

See Thursday, July 1.

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FREE SPLASH OUT! 615-893-2141 murfreesborotn.gov

Join the children under the spray from the Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Department from 1:30 - 3 p.m. at the Old Fort Park Trailhead in Murfreesboro. Wear clothes and shoes to get wet in. For ages 12 and under with adult supervision.

See Wednesday, July 7.

Public Square Murfreesboro N Public Square, Murfreesboro July 2: Skyline Drive Aug 6: Higher Ground Sep 3: Good Rocking Tonight 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

SUMNER Music on Main Concerts

Goodlettsville City Hall 105 N Main St, Goodlettsville July 15: Double Standards 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Aug 12: Hoffman 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Summer Concert Series at Streets of Indian Lake 300 Indian Lake Blvd, Hendersonville July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Aug 5, 12, 19 and 26. 6:30 - 9 p.m.

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Music under the Stars

Carnton Sunset Concert Series

Fran Hutson Amphitheater 105 College Street, White House July 22: Variety Pack Aug 26: Katie Grace Davis 7 - 9 p.m.

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Crockett Park 1500 Volunteer Pkwy, Brentwood July 4: Tim Akers and the Smoking Section (music at 7 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.) July 25: Rubiks Groove 6 - 8 p.m.

Carnton Plantation 1345 Eastern Flank Cir, Franklin July 25: Resurrection: A Journey Tribute Band 6 - 8 p.m.

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THINGS TO DO FRI 23 CODING CAMP: CYBER AMBASSADOR BOOT CAMP See Monday, July 19.

COUNTRY LINE DANCE: COUNTRY CROSSOVER 615-416-2001 countrymusichalloffame.org

Learn simple line dance choreography to songs by Elvis Presley, Taylor Swift and Lil Nas X by a Nashville Ballet instuctor in these Country Music Hall of Fame family programs at 10:30 and 11:15 a.m. Included with museum admission. Free to museum members.

FREE CREATIVE ZONE: HIP HATS See Thursday, July 15.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME See Friday, July 2.

KIDS BOB ROSS OIL PAINT WORKSHOP: FRANKLIN paintingwithq.com

Kids can join a Bob Ross instructor to learn the technique made famous by Bob Ross at Franklin Recreation Complex from 10 - 11:30 a.m. $30 each, all supplies included.

FREE MUSIC CITY FOOD TRUCK PARK & FLEA MARKET See Friday, July 2.

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S See Friday, July 2.

FULL MOON PICKIN’ PARTY warnerparks.org

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

FREE BLUEGRASS ALONG THE HARPETH

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Music, fiddling, buck dancing, crafts, food and more in downtown Franklin. This festival is put on and operated by old-time musicians and dancers starting at 6 p.m.

FREE BIG BAND ON THE CUMBERLAND See Friday, July 2.

COLORFUL HAT CIRCUS & VARIETY SHOW See Wednesday, July 21.

SAT 24 BREAKFAST WITH ANIMALS 615-833-1534 nashvillezoo.org

Enjoy a breakfast with Nutella and watch the zoo wake up. Guests are welcome to extend their stay through the day.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL “SPLASH BASH” 615-274-3786 luckyladdfarms.com

Kids can cool off on inflatable water slides, splash pad and bubble blast pool and enjoy water balloon toss, outdoor games and more from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Lucky Ladd Farms in Eagleville.

FREE TOUCH-A-TRUCK

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Come out to Richland Park in Portland for this family-friendly event that allows kids the opportunity to safely see, touch and explore emergency vehicles, construction equipment and more from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

FREE SHABBY LANE LADIES DAY OUT

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Enjoy family shopping, food and support more than 70 small businesses at Lane Agri Park Community Center (315 John R. Rice Blvd., Murfreesboro) from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

FREE BLUEGRASS ALONG THE HARPETH See Friday, July 23.

COLORFUL HAT CIRCUS & VARIETY SHOW See Wednesday, July 21.

NASHVILLE SC VS. FC CINCINNATI

Cheer on the Nashville Soccer Club vs FC Cincinnati at Nissan Stadium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $24 $110.

SUN 25 NATIONAL PARENTS’ DAY! FREE FLEA MARKET SUNDAYS AT PLAZA MARIACHI See Sunday, July 4.

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

Come out to City Winery in Nashville at 12 p.m. for “Forever Abbey Road,” four Nashville musicians who work hard at creating a unique show that demonstrates what the Beatles might sound like if they were around today. Cost is $15 - $20.

VISIT RESCUED FARM ANIMALS See Sunday, July 4.

FREE VINTAGE BASE BALL

CARNTON SUNSET CONCERT SERIES 615-905-0687

Featuring high-flying acrobatics, dynamic juggling and elegant aerial dance, the Colorful Hat Circus & Variety Show is coming July 21 - 24 to the Jamison Theatre in The Factory at Franklin.

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This family-friendly tradition provides a concert on the east lawn of Franklin’s Carnton Plantation from 6 - 8 p.m. Tonight’s band is “Resurrection: A Journey Tribute.” Advance tickets are $10.50 for adults and $5.50 for children ages 6 - 15; $15 at the gate.

Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy some old-fashioned ball games on the grounds of Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage in Old Hickory. Games at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., courtesy of the Nashville Vintage Baseball League. Games also take place at 1 and 4 p.m. at Oaklands Mansion in Murfreesboro and 2 p.m. at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville.

FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT CROCKETT PARK

brentwoodtn.gov/summerconcerts The “Rubik’s Groove” concert begins at Brentwood’s Crockett Park at 6 p.m. and ends at 8 p.m.

MON 26 FREE MOVE ON MONDAYS See Monday, July 5.

FREE EDMONDSON’S GOT ENERGY (ONLINE) See Monday, July 12.

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THINGS TO DO FREE YOGA (ONLINE) See Monday, July 12.

TUE 27 TODDLER TUESDAYS: BUSY BEES 615-459-2341 samdavishome.org

Did you know Sam Davis Home in Smyrna has bee hives on its grounds? Get up-close to a demonstration hive to see how a bee hive works and how honey is made from 10 - 11 a.m. Admission is $5.

TINKERING GARAGE EXHIBIT See Thursday, July 1.

FREE TWEEN TUESDAY (ONLINE) See Tuesday, July 6.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

Verses Columbus Clippers at 7:05 p.m.

WED 28 FREE CASSIE’S CUDDLES (ONLINE) See Wednesday, July 7.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME See Friday, July 2.

PARENT+TOTS YOGA See Wednesday, July 7.

FREE SNAKES, SKINKS AND SALAMANDERS 615- 862-8555 wnpc.nashville.gov

Late summer is a great time to investigate the creek at Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville). Join naturalists from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. to look for water snakes, five lined skinks, salamanders and other animals.

NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

Vs. the Columbus Clippers at 7:05 p.m.

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Did you know Sam Davis Home in Smyrna has bee hives on its grounds? Get up-close to a demonstration hive to see how a bee hive works and how honey is made for Toddler Tuesdays on July 27. NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL

Vs. Columbus Clippers at 7:05 p.m.

FRI 30 BABY GOAT CUDDLING See Friday, July 2.

FREE CREATIVE ZONE: EMBELLISHED INSTRUMENTS  see Thursday, July 8.

#NOFILTER GIRL’S SUMMIT

Girls grades 5 - 9 will participate in workshops covering health, wellness, self-defense, creativity, social media safety and self-esteem at White House City Hall from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Registration fee of $20 covers the activities, lunch, a T-shirt and swag bag. Registration and check-in begins at 8:30 a.m.

FREE BIG BAND ON THE CUMBERLAND See Friday, July 2.

FREE FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY’S

FREE CREATIVE ZONE: EMBELLISHED INSTRUMENTS

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LIFEST MUSIC CITY

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A family-friendly music festival held July 29 - 31 at Hideaway Farm in Bon Aqua, TN. The event features nationally known Christian artists and offers camping, activities and seminars. Cost is $39 for youth and $78 for adults.

FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT STREETS OF INDIAN LAKE

FREE EXPLORING INSECTS AT NIGHT Learn about nocturnal animals and insects during this night program from 5 - 7 p.m. at Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville).

RED, WHITE & ZOO

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Enjoy unlimited samples of wines from around the world as you stroll through the Zoo’s exotic habitats. The event features 30+ wine brands, a variety of local food trucks, live music and a curated selection of spirits, craft beers and ciders. There will be staggered entry times from 6:30 - 10:30 p.m.

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FREE KID’S COMMUNITY SPORTS EVENT See Saturday, July 3.

LIFEST MUSIC CITY See Thursday, July 29.

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

TINKERING GARAGE EXHIBIT See Thursday, July 1.

FREE SPLASH DAY AT CHARLIE DANIELS PARK

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Boost Gymnastics offers theme-based co-ed kids camps throughout the year for ages 3 - 12. Summer, Fall Break, Holiday, and Spring Break. Outta School Spot camp is for school-age youth when school is out. Don’t see the date you need? We offer custom camps just for your needs. We need at least 10 campers to put on a custom camp for you. All of our camps have great instructors, small groups, games, crafts, swimming (ages 5 - 12), inflatable obstacle courses, field house play time, and of course great gymnastics/tumbling. Our camps are not gymnastics focused, but more of an active fun and fitness camp. Our campers have the opportunity to participate in many different activities and events. They will have a fantastic time!

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Learn to become an ecological sustainable farmer and goatherd as our explorations take us on many adventures throughout natural landscapes. Hike hills, seek natural treasures, sift the pond for salamanders, tend our organic garden, and raise chickens and goats. Arts, science inquiry, and sports for children 3 - 14 yrs. complement this one-of-a-kind farm experience. Looking for a relief from virtual schooling? Visit our website to see our enrichment programs.

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

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Summer Theater Camps from Acting All Around. Let’s Make a Play! – Through improvised storytelling and exploration, students will create their own original short play. Audition Technique – This camp is for teens wanting to take their performance skills to the next level. Call or visit our website for more information. Book Today!

D-BAT, the premier baseball and softball batting cage and training academy in Nashville, is hosting 10 straight weeks of summer camp. From 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. every weekday from May 31 to Aug. 6, our professional instructors will lead kids 7 - 12 years old through a series of hitting, fielding and pitching drills, plus they’ll sprinkle in some wiffleball, kickball and dodgeball, too. It’s the perfect blend of fun and fundamentals for any aspiring athlete.

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

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We feature award-winning summer camps where campers will have a magical experience of ballet, tumbling, hip hop, creative movement, singing, arts and crafts, dress-up and story-time to go along with their respective camp’s theme. They will also be engaging in plenty of self confidence building activities that will have your child reaching for the stars!

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Ages 7 - 17, Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (no before- or after-care provided). All levels of experience are welcome. We sail several types of boats, including Optimist Prams, Lasers, RS Zest, and RS Feva sailboats. Sailors will be assigned to boats according to age and skill level. No sailing experience necessary! listings continue on page 56...

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May 24 - Aug. 5. Includes trampoline, obstacle courses, rope swing, zip line, tumble track, bounce house, water slides, games, relay races, theme weeks and much more! Our Extended Care program is extra hours available before and after the camp day. 10% early bird registration discount good now through Mar. 31. Register now!

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Nashville Skating Academy is the oldest ice skating school in Middle Tennessee. Established in 2005, NSA has been introducing Nashville area families to the world of skating for 16 years. NSA’s mission is to foster a love of ice skating for Nashville’s youth and adults through programs such as Learn to Skate USA, figure skating group classes, summer camps, private instruction, and various specialty programs. Whether your future skater’s dream is to play in the NHL, be a competitive figure skater or to just learn to skate, NSA has a program designed to help them reach their goals.

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Spend your summer exploring nature! Experience the natural world through hands-on activities, close encounters with live animals, nature hikes and outdoor play. Explorers Naturalist Camp: Jun. 7 - 11, ages 6 - 9. Search for tadpoles in the pond, crayfish in the creek and butterflies in the garden! Insect Naturalist Camp: Jun. 21 - 25, ages 8 - 12. Explore the forest, fields, creeks and ponds in search of dragonflies, beetles, butterflies and more.

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

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

OVERBROOK SCHOOL 4210 Harding Pike, Nashville 615-292-5134 x3206 | overbrook.edu

Camp Overbrook is a co-ed, summer camp offering a dedicated program for ages 3 yrs. - rising grade K campers. We are committed to personalized and engaging experiences, with small groups and exceptional staff from our very own Overbrook employees. The program provides a structured environment filled with summer fun. Days are designed with theme-based activities, including guest visitors, STEM projects, art, and imagination play. The program also offers a “Year Round” experience for our incoming and current PK families.

HISTORIC TRAVELLERS REST 636 Farrell Pkwy., Nashville 615-832-8197 | historictravellersrest.org

Our summer camps have been making history for more than 20 years! One of Nashville’s best-kept secrets, our award-winning day camps are adventurous. From exploring History’s Mysteries to Tennessee Tales, the Wave of 1812 to the Civil War, you and your camper will be amazed at how fun history can be.

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

ST. ANDREWS-SEWANEE SCHOOL 290 Quintard Road, Sewanee 931-598-5651 | sasweb.org/summer

SAS Summer Camp in Sewanee offers 550 acres with lakes, trails, sports facilities, dorms, and a dining hall reminiscent of Hogwarts. Combining traditional camp activities with specialty sessions - sign language, culinary arts, pottery, technology, dance, folk music, yoga, woodworking, climbing - campers create their own schedules based on individual interests.

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

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

Get ready for My gym Fall 2021. Now accepting registrations for all ages. My Gym Brentwood offers Mommy and Me, gymnastics camps and other fantastic fun filled programs for ages 6 wks. – 10 yrs.

SPARTAN SOCCER ACADEMY 615-633-5967 | spartansoccer.org

Spartan Development Academy is a skills-based training league for children ages 5 - 13. The program is designed for players looking for more than recreational soccer but not ready to commit to travel soccer. For the Mini Spartan, ages 3 - 4, let us introduce you to the beautiful game. Register online for Mini Spartan Academy. Ask about our 10% sibling discount! Join anytime – prorated season available.

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

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Let your child’s inner chef shine at this fun two day virtual cooking camp all about beef. We will cook several beef recipes together, learn about different cuts of beef, nutrition, food safety, and more. This class is best suited for kids ages 10 - 16. Prior to the start of camp, we will send a grocery list and supply list so you can follow along with the recipes at home. All participants will receive a goodie bag after participating in the camp. Registration limited to 50 participants.

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

PEACHTREE FARMS EQUESTRIAN CENTER 4819 Hwy 96 E., Arrington 615-419-1089 | peachtreefarms.com

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.

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

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

Jul. 19 - 23. Co-ed, current grades 2 - 8. Day Camp: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cost: $250. Bus service from Murfreesboro and Tullahoma, $50 per week. Overnight Camp: Check in Sunday at 5 p.m. Cost: $750.

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Art, outdoor adventure with zip line, robotics, science and more! Co-ed, current grades 2 - 8. Session 1: Jun. 14 - 18. Session 2: Jun. 21 - 25. Session 3: Jun. 28 - Jul. 2. Day Camp: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cost: $250 ($50 off each addition week). Bus service from Murfreesboro and Tullahoma, $50 per week. Overnight Camp: Check in Sunday at 5 p.m. Cost: $750 ($50 off each additional week)

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