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Local timely briefs, non-profit information, reader advice on parenting topics, cool shoes to keep summer feet comfy, and a family cruise with Carnival.

family life 36 hush, little baby Local moms share tips on how to soothe a fussy baby.

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Encourage your baby’s healthy development, working and breastfeeding success and cool products for hot days.

summer fun guide 43 best of summer 2011

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Children who receive braces between the ages of 6 and 10 are considered to be in Phase I or Interceptive Treatment. It is only recommended if there is a definite need. The goal of this stage of treatment is to intercept a severe orthodontic problem early in order to reduce or eliminate it. These problems include crossbites, crowding, or severely malpositioned teeth. Phase I treatment lasts 8-12 months and it turns a difficult orthodontic problem into a more manageable one. Most patients that have had Phase I will require a second stage of treatment, Phase II, when most of the permanent teeth have erupted. The goal of Phase II is to achieve an ideal bite and to address cosmetic concerns.

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few months back, when I was trying to get a handle on my kids’ summer plans, it struck me that it would be absolutely possible to get a couple of weeks to ourselves for the very first time since we became parents. The idea made me giddy! In our parenting years this had never happened for longer than a weekend together so of course I thought, ‘Paris! Italy! The Bahamas!’ Right. But days in a busy home with children is a blur as you know, and suddenly school was out, summer was here and camp was on the horizon. Before I knew it, my oldest was tucked away as a Junior Counselor at a girls’ camp while my youngest two boys were at a camp of their own for two weeks and my oldest boy was at a soccer camp for four nights. Only four nights, but there we were. It was longer than a weekend ... and long enough to get a taste of Just Us. And it was wonderful ... for the most part. But sometimes it was unsettling. In truth, it went something like this: I wasn’t “on call” all the time! In the usual day-in-and-day-out routine with kids, I’m constantly ready. That’s why I fall into bed bone-weary at the end of the day ... being on call is exhausting! Mothering means you can’t count the times you think about your children because they are with you constantly — in your being — all the time whether physically present or not. So suddenly, to have them far away, to know that you don’t have to run to go get someone, or hurry up with that packed lunch, or pick up a gallon of milk, or spray Oxi on that uniform or keep up with anyone besides yourself, really ... is incredibly ... liberating! I thought, ‘The movies! We’ll go to the movies!’ and ‘We’ll go to the Ryman!’ and heck, ‘We’ll go dancing! Yes! We’ll dance!” But then somehow or other we stayed home, just enjoying our house which we thought much too big for just the two of us. Yes, we went to dinner and they were lovely dinners ... we talked and talked and tried not to talk about the kids, but ended up segueing back to them anyway. Back at home, I loved the fact that the house stayed clean because there was nobody to mess it up, and I loved that our lives were transported to the kind of life we knew before our kids were born: carefree, timeless ... all about us ... selfish. But then something else would happen. It happened at night. I’d think about my youngest and almost want to cry. I’d lie there in the dark with unhappy thoughts like, ‘What if there’s rain? He hates thunderstorms!’ or, ‘What if he gets lost and they forget to count heads?,’ or, ‘What if a horse throws him off and my cell phone’s dead when they try to call and he! ... he! ... ‘ I mean, really. So I’d pace. I’d get out of bed and walk through the dark house and look through the front windows and the moonlight and the quiet street. I’d think about how I complain too much that they make messes and how I badger too much that they do it this way and not that way and then I’d think why on earth don’t I just tell them how precious they are to me? That’s all I really want them to know! They are my life! I’d go back to bed and sleep uneasily before morning — and coffee! A new day! Free to be you and me! But then I’d get uneasy if I didn’t see my camper on the camp website. Or if I did, and he wasn’t smiling, I’d try to mind read from a teeny weeny picture of him and I’d convince myself that something was wrong! What a basket case. And that’s the way it went. I’m glad they are all home now, but sometimes ... like when the kitchen counter is covered with stickiness and the laundry is overflowing again and the noise in the house reaches a ridiculous pitch ... that moonlight in the middle of the night? Hmmm. Moonlight through the windows in a quiet house is really a lovely thing, afterall. Go figure!

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Good mom, bad mom. If your birthday child is sick with a fever, cough and runny nose, do you postpone his FIRST birthday party, or do you say, “So what! He’s turning 1!”? Rachel Clarke Totally postpone it. No one will show up anyway if he’s sick. Michelle Blevins Stepp That’s a tough one, but in the end, you don’t want to spread any of the germs to your guests. And if they have a fever, there are more than enough germs to spread easily. Postpone, unfortunately. Melva Justina Townsend Postpone! Fevers are very critical, especially at age 1. All my attention would need to be on watching his temp and trying to break it. Alexis Eady Byrd Postpone! For sure. I had this experience recently for my son’s second birthday. We were able to get a refund.

Audrey Jeffries If it is the morning of, I would do everything I could (steam shower, Tylenol/ Motrin, humidifier on high, extra fluids) to make baby feel better. Then, I would have the party. If the guest of honor couldn’t make an appearance due to illness, we would just let our guests have a good time, eat cake and do fun smash cake and gift-opening pictures with family only. Maybe this makes me a “bad mom,” but your 1-year-old isn’t going to remember the party, and I can’t imagine how you’d cancel a party at the last minute! Obviously, if more serious measures are needed (a fever that won’t break), I would make arrangements for one of us (mom or dad) to take baby to doctor while the other held down the fort at home — or one of the many family members who traveled to be in town for the party! Cynthia Usedtobmaggard Isnowsingleton I say go ahead. At both of our babies’ first birthday parties, the guests were adults. The little guy has no clue what’s going on, and if he spends the whole time in his crib sleeping, who cares? He won’t remember it anyway. Stacie Wall Postpone the party! He’s 1, and he will not care if you have a small party for him later! All he needs is a little cake for him to tear into later! Amy Woodruff Liddell Postpone! We do our parties with family and friends at home so they would all understand and our children wouldn’t know if the party was on their birthday or not since he/she would just be turning 1. Best not to spread what he has! Anne Marie Fawbush Stills This happened to us. Luckily, we got to the doctor the morning before and she got us on some strong medication so we went forward the next morning! Vasanta Knight Postpone the event. My child’s health comes first. Friends and family will understand. Keri Jodry Denton Postpone! If everyone thinks the child won’t remember it anyway — why have the party?

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Audrey Jeffries In our own yard, I am fine with no shoes. Especially since that just means less work for me to get them out of the house!

Jessica Gore-Bynum Unless there’s a protective cream that I don`t know about, my kids have to wear shoes.

Vasanta Knight I am half and half depends on where we are.

Amanda Crossland Evilcizer It is about half and half with us. Half the time my kids don’t wear shoes, and the other half they do. It’s really up to them. I don’t mind either way. Cindy Steele Walker Shoes outside, barefoot inside.

Theresa Worrell Morrow No shoes inside. Outside optional unless a bike or scooter is involved. Then shoes are mandatory. Stephanie Santos Carter Shoes because we always end up on a bike or scooter ride. — Kiera Ashford

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If the thought of plunging from crib to bed is too much for you or your little one, consider transitioning to a toddler bed for a few years. They’re smaller than twin beds, feature rails on the sides like cribs and are lower to the floor for easy exit and shorter midnight falls! Mother of two Heather Cornett says, “My son was big for his age and fit perfectly in a regular bed, but my daughter is really petite and got swallowed up in it. The right choice for one child isn’t always the best fit for another. So we got a toddler bed when she was 2-and-a-half. She slept in it for two years!”

Dana Crane of Nashville was due with her second child in two weeks, but her 22-month-old was occupying the crib she needed for the baby. “There is no way on Earth I was buying another crib,” she says. “I launched into a relentless and shameless propaganda campaign about how great a big kid bed would be. I jabbered about that big bed so much that within a week she was convinced that cribs were for babies and a bed was the next best thing to Elmo … and even HE slept in one. My daughter picked out the sheets and comforter. She pretended to sleep on all the model beds in the store. The bed arrived, we moved the crib in to the nursery and locked the door so it couldn’t be seen, and she never looked back.”

half and half If your toddler attends day care or a part-time preschool, he’s probably accustomed to napping on a small cot or nap mat. Napping in a bed during the day while settling down in the crib at night might be a logical way to ease the transition to big kid bedtime. If there’s room for both, put the new bed in the same room with the crib and spend a week trying out the bed for naptime only. Then gradually bribe (I mean “encourage”) your kiddo to use the bed at night. Just make sure you set a firm date to dismantle the crib or you may find yourself in bedtime limbo indefinitely!

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go big to save big When you add up the cost of a crib, a toddler bed, a twin bed and a full or queen bed that a teenager will eventually need, you can understand why Franklin mom Kim Mayfield decided to invest in a bed that her son could use from the time he could talk until the time he could vote! “We put a full bed against the wall and placed a bed rail on the open side. It’s not what everyone does,” she laughs, “but it worked so well for him that we did the same thing when my daughter was 2 years old. Now they both have beds they can grow into.” — Deborah Bohn

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What is the best way to protect my child in the sun during the summer months?

Children get exposed to potentially harmful sunlight more frequently during the summer months. Ultraviolet light is the primary cause of skin cancer and there is a cumulative lifetime effect of total radiation exposure, so protection from an early age is necessary. The highest amount of UV exposure occurs from the hours of 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., so limiting outdoor activities during this time is suggested. Infants younger than 6 months old should be kept out of direct sunlight and protected with clothing, hats and shade. Children and adolescents should also wear hats or caps with a brim that faces forward to shield the face and wear sunglasses with at least 99 percent UV protection. All children should wear sunscreen that protects against UVA and UVB rays with a minimum of SPF 15. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends placing sunscreen 30 minutes before going outdoors and using enough to cover all exposed areas especially the face, nose, ears, feet and hands. Reapplication of sunscreen every two hours is recommended regardless of the sunscreen product. Parents should set a good example for sun protection and develop a sun protection plan during the summer months which emphasizes limiting direct sunlight exposure, wearing protective clothing and gear and frequent and generous application of broad spectrum sunscreen.

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Our toddler is very double-jointed. He gets great pleasure from bending his arms, fingers and legs in unusual positions. Can this be harmful?

The term “double-jointed” is a bit of a misnomer as it typically refers to normal joints with an increase in laxity or hypermobility. Increased laxity is a very common finding in toddlers and can be considered normal especially in children younger than 5 years of age. Commonly, children of any age with generalized joint laxity are healthy individuals without any complaints. Although it is unlikely that a toddler can cause any harm by repetitively stretching these joints, the most common initial complaint in a hypermobile child is joint pain. The pain may involve single or multiple joints and typically resolves on its own. Although not a serious condition, if joint pain persists then proper body posture including keeping the joints within the appropriate range of motion will help to reduce symptoms. Generalized joint laxity can infrequently be associated with an underlying disorder, however the vast majority of individuals simply have a condition called benign joint hypermobility syndrome (BJHS). Individuals with this condition routinely have joint pain and maybe at increased risk for general musculoskeletal injuries. Overall this is a minor condition with a good prognosis as symptoms typically improve with age. However, if persistent joint pain or swelling develops, parents should seek advice from their pediatrician for further management.

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Is it good for kids if parents are constantly putting them off for their phones?

Will the newly designed food plate help moms, dads and children eat better?

arents are high-tech jugglers these days, managing kids, family life and ... smartphones. But our 21st century habits might not be so smart, say researchers from Stanford University. According to the study, “Media Multitaskers Pay Mental Price,” people who regularly try to handle several streams of electronic information while trying to do something else — like manage little Sophie and Jack — are distracted, and simply cannot pay attention as well as those who do one task at a time. Add addiction to the smartphone mix — described as something that becomes powerful and important enough for a person not to want to stop even though there are negative consequences — and you have one severe case of distracted parenting. This can’t be good. While we don’t yet know the long-term results of our high-tech neediness — for parents or children — anything that cuts Mom or Dad off from true connectedness with their children can’t be a positive ... can it?

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ugar!” says Jill Obremsky, M.D., an instructor of emergency medicine at Vanderbilt. The recent study that caused the American Academy of Pediatrics to launch new recommendations against energy drinks (like Monster and the like) for kids concludes that these beverages and sport’s drinks (like Gatorade) are no more beneficial to children than water, but higher in sugar content. Obremsky sites childhood obesity as a problem for kids who take in excess sugar — and the obesity rate for children is already sky high in Tennessee. Keep sugar out as you’re packing your child’s lunch this coming school year. “No, no, no, no sugar needs to be in your child’s lunch box!” Obremsky says. And it’s not just doctors down on high-sugar drinks. Dentists too are on the anti-sugar bandwagon. The sugar in these drinks and the acidity they create can damage tooth enamel. Going forward, and realizing that children like to have options in their beverage intakes just like adults do, the Food and Drug Administration recommends that children consume drinks with sugar and caffeine in moderation at the very least. Kids don’t benefit from the high sugars and caffeine found in so-called energy drinks.

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ho knows? There hasn’t been a whole lot that seems to “help” people eat better besides a little thing called personal responsibility, but at least a step in the easy-to-understand direction is useful. When feeding the kids, also keep in mind these Dietary Guidelines from dietaryguidelines.gov: • Eat less and avoid oversized portions. • Make half the plate fruits and veggies. • Switch to fat-free or 1 percent milk. • Make at least half the grains whole grains. • Reduce sodium. • Replace sugary drinks with water.

More than 10,000 people are treated annually in hospital emergency rooms for fireworks related injuries and nearly half of those injuries happen to children under the age of 15.

Leave fireworks to the pros! Attend a community fireworks display where you can enjoy their beauty from a safe distance. Have fun celebrating without fireworks—bang pots and pans, wave glow sticks or throw confetti!

tips: If you do plan to use fireworks at your celebration, follow these ✩ Only adults should light fireworks. any flammable materials. ✩ Only light one firework at a time on a smooth, flat surface away from ing. ✩ Obey all local laws and follow all instructions and warnings on the packag ✩ Be sure that all people are clear of the area before lighting fireworks. ✩ Have a hose or water nearby in case of fire. ✩ Only use fireworks outdoors. ✩ Always wear safety glasses when lighting fireworks. ✩ Stay away from a firework that has not gone off —do not try to relight it. ✩ Dispose of fireworks by soaking them in water before placing in the trash.

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Kids can see a wool-spinning demonstration during the Old MacDonald’s Farm installment of Summer Saturdays on July 16.

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ilking goats, grooming and riding miniature donkeys, working with a blacksmith and observing an active bee hive are just a few of the activities awaiting your family during the Tennessee Agricultural Museum’s Summer Saturdays this month. Each Saturday has a specific theme: All About Goats & One Greedy Goose (July 9), Old MacDonald’s Farm (July 16), Hold Your Horses! (July 23) and Flying High: Wild Wings & Creeping Things (July 30). The museum is located at the Ellington Agricultural Center, 440 Hogan Road, Nashville. Activities take place from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Admission is free, but certain activities like miniature donkey rides and face painting require a small fee. For a complete list of weekly offerings, consult “The Calendar” beginning on page 79. Call 837-5197 or visit tnagmuseum.org.

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riday nights in July and August bring Metro Parks’ Red Caboose concert series. Every Friday (except July 1), your family can bring blankets and picnics and sprawl out on the lawn at the Red Caboose Amphitheater (Highway 70 South and Colice Jeanne Road, Bellevue) and enjoy live music. The lineup includes: • July 8: The WannaBeatles • July 15: The Blues Brokers • July 22: Western Swingers * July 29: Julian Saporiti & Sky Mountain String Band • Aug. 6: Rue Du Bayou • Aug. 13: Eye Witness Blues • Aug. 19: Centennial Hiptet • Aug. 26: Randy Moore & the Fabulous Suedes

Each concert runs from 7 - 9 p.m., and admission is free. For more info, call 862-8400 or visit nashville.gov/ parks. The WannaBeatles perform on Friday, July 8 during the Rec Caboose concert series.

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Nashville Ballet recently announced its next season, which includes more performances than the company has ever put forth in a given season. The 2011-2012 season includes: Cinderella (Oct. 28 - 30); Nashville’s Nutcracker (Dec. 9 - 18); Salsa Dreams with Billy the Kid and Cryin’ Out (Feb. 10 - 12); Peter and the Wolf (Saturday, Feb. 11); Rite of Spring and Firebird (April 27 - 29); Emergence (May 17 - 19); and Princesses and Frogs (May 19 - 20). Season tickets are on sale now, and single tickets go on sale Tuesday, July 5. Purchase tickets at 7824040, in person at any TPAC box office outlet or online at nashvilleballet.com.

Yoga has many benefits, physically and mentally, and kids ages 6 - 11 now have an opportunity to participate in a class just for them at Kundalini Rising Nashville. Amy Barnes, instructor of the new Children’s Yoga class, says the class is designed to balance what children naturally bring — pure presence, joy, spontaneity, playfulness and curiosity — with encouragement to breathe and move with awareness and focus. The class leads kids in slowing down, getting grounded, listening, flowing into posture flows and more. Children’s Yoga takes place every Thursday from 4 - 5 p.m. Individual classes are $14, and multiple-class discounts are available. Call 473-3467 or visit kundalinirisingyoga. net.

The MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) International Convention takes place at Gaylord Opryland Resort Aug. 4 - 6. The three-day faithbased event features workshops, speakers, entertainment and fellowship all focusing on the theme, “Make the Most of Your Mothering.” Speakers include Max Lucado, Kathi Lipp and Sara Groves, and there will be special appearances by Travis Cottrell, Mandisa, and Steven Curtis and Mary Beth Chapman. Several workshops take place ranging from topics like “Making Marriage Fun Again” to “Ten Stress Strategies Every Mom Needs.” Registration closes Monday, July 11. Cost is $249; there is also a $105 day pass option. Learn more at mops.org/events.

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hree clouded leopard cubs were born at the Nashville Zoo back in March and for a limited time, they are on display for public viewing. Find Yim, Rajasi and Lisu at the zoo’s Critter Encounters exhibit until the end of the summer, when the endangered species will be moved from exhibit and paired with potential breeding mates. “Clouded leopards are one of the rarest cats in the world, so this is a great opportunity for our guests to see these elusive cats when they are young,” says Rick Schwartz, Nashville Zoo president. Nashville Zoo is open daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Admission is $14 adults, $9 ages 3 - 12, free ages 2 and younger. Call 833-1534 or visit nashvillezoo.org.

the ticker... BAPTIST HOSPITAL’S CHILDBIRTH CENTER offers free tours every Monday and Wednesday (except for holidays). The Family Learning Center staff shows attendees the labor and delivery room, postpartum, nursery and more. Monday tours are at 5 p.m., Wednesdays are at 7 p.m. Advance registration is required. Call 284-2229 or visit baptisthospital.com/childbirth.

COOPERATIVE CHILD CARE has a new location at 3700 Woodmont Blvd., Nashville. The facility is now enrolling full- and part-time slots for ages 2 - 5. Call 297-9256 or visit cooperativechildcare.org.

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THE NASHVILLE CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN RED CROSS hosts a Lifesaver Camp July 18 - 22 for ages 10 - 15. Attendees will learn CPR and first aid for adults, children and infants, receive water safety training, babysitters training, disaster and fire safety, sports training and more. During the week, participants can enjoy a swim day at Centennial Sportsplex, tour the Nashville International Airport Fire and Police Stations, learn from a guest leadership speaker and enjoy a pizza/ice cream party. The camp takes place from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. each day at 2201 Charlotte Ave., Nashville. Cost is $145 and pre-registration is required. Call 250-4277 or visit nashvilleredcross. org.

FAIRYTALES BOOKSTORE AND MORE in East Nashville recently won the 2011 Pannell Award for Children’s Specialty Store, given at Book Expo America in New York. The award recognizes the work of booksellers who stimulate, promote and encourage children’s and young people’s interest in books. Fairytales is located at 1603 Riverside Drive. Call 915-1960 or visit fairytalesbookstore.com.

THE FONTANEL MANSION & FARM has two new attractions. Music City on Stage is a live dinner show, featuring homestyle food and music spanning the genres of bluegrass, gospel, blues and country hits of yesterday and today. In July

and August, shows take place on Thursdays for $59 adults, $54 youth (price includes a voucher to return for a tour through the mansion, formerly the home of country star Barbara Mandrell). Additionally, the Walden’s Puddle Wildlife Education Center recently opened. The center showcases the work of the nonprofit organization that rehabilitates injured and orphaned animals and readies them for re-release into the wild. Fully rehabiltated animals are now brought from the main care facility and released back into the wild on the Fontanel property. Fontanel is located at 4225 Whites Creek Pike, Nashville. Learn more about Fontanel’s attractions at 877820-8687 or visitfontanelmansion. com.

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essie Rosenblum needed help. With two busy preschoolers on her hands, she wanted a positive, creative way to bring out her kids’ good behaviors so life would be less stressful on the go and, well, anywhere. She also wanted to help her children learn to make good choices ... and to have a choice. The smart mom started a marble-in-the-jar rewards system for little Nashville mom, Jessie Rosenblum, creator of hAPPy Family with her children, Simon, 6, and Simon and Zoe, and it worked. Use good table manners? Earn a Zoe, 8. marble. Remember to brush you teeth? Another one! Eventually, The “Ocean a light bulb went off for the former Harpeth Hall girl who thought, Animals” jar found “Hey, there should be an app for this!” This year, Rosenblum launched the hAPPy Family app, a in hAPPy Family. customizeable jar system capable of managing the behavior challenges and goals of each child in Kids can pick the themed jar they your family and a breeze to use for parents and kids no matter where they are. The app features want and start themed jars like “Ocean Animal,” “Candy,” “Bugs,” “Treasures” and more where you can drop in earning rewards. virtual rewards. It’s a life saver for busy moms, as are many of the parenting apps making life with kids easier for parents everywhere. The $1.99 app operates on iPhone, iTouch, iPad and will be available for Droid come fall. And for moms hesitant about using Apps? Don’t be, Rosenblum says. “The average app takes about two minutes to ‘get,’ she says. “Apple is such a pioneer in making the user experience simple and intuitive, it might seem like this huge learning curve, but it’s not!” Learn more at happyfamilyapp.com.

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Since 1991, Nashville’s Ronald McDonald House (RMH) has served more than 10,000 families from the United States and foreign countries. RMH provides a “home away from home” to families with critically ill children receiving inpatient or outpatient medical care at area hospitals. In honor of RMH’s 20th anniversary this month, Ronald McDonald House Charities is running a $20 for 20 campaign, asking folks in the community to donate $20 for 20 years of service in order to continue helping families have a place to stay during the difficult period when a child is very ill. To make a donation, visit rmhcnashville.com.

walk for brain tumor awareness All ages can participate in a 5K walk/run during Moving Toward a Cure hosted by Miles for Hope, a national nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and funding for brain cancer. Proceeds from the event will go to brain tumor research and provide travel assistance to brain cancer patients. The walk/run takes place at Edwin Warner Park Shelter 11, located at 50 Vaughn Road, Nashville. Registration begins at 8 a.m.; walk begins at 9 a.m. Cost is $25 ages 6 and older, free form 5 and younger. For more info, visit braintumorevents.org/nashville.

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ee dogs strut their stuff on the runway during Glitter and Glam, the annual benefit for Nashville’s Agape Animal Rescue, taking place Sunday, July 17 at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel (2100 West End Ave., Nashville). yThe event raises funds for the nonprofit whose mission is to find “forever homes” for abandoned or displaced dogs while educating the public on responsible pet ownership. Kacy Hagerty of WSMV’s Better Nashville hosts the event that includes a fashion show with human attire by Sarah Lindsey Mallory Designs, canine couture by Linda Higgins and doggie embellishments by Cone, Sit, Stay. More than $15,000 in auction items include weekend pet retreats, art, Nashville Predators merchandise and more. Complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres come with the $60 admission ticket. Glitter and Glam takes place from 5 - 8 p.m. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit agaperescue.org.

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riving up to the port, our mouths dropped open. “Oh, WOW!” exclaimed my 5-year-old daughter, Lilliana. “That is a BIG ship! Are we getting on that?!” We were about to embark on a voyage on the deep blue sea for the very first time aboard one of the “Fun Ships” — Carnival Fascination. I never would have thought we’d be brave enough to take on such a family vacation, but we did and I don’t regret it. Our five-day cruise took us to two ports in The Bahamas, Half Moon Cay and Nassau. We boarded our ship in Jacksonville, Fla., a good ninehour drive from Nashville, but, if planned right, your drive should be relatively easy. We drove at night so that Lilliana and 11-month-old Seth could sleep. Once aboard, start planning your day!

just the right height and she did it over and over again. There are twin racer slides and twin minislides for the little ones. Lilliana had so much fun with the other children aboard that they soon started swimming and sliding together. Parents have a place to go and hide, too. Take advantage of the fitness room, spa, salon or adultonly pool. For an additional fee, you can pamper yourself for the night with a relaxing massage followed by salon services. Dress up for a special night! Carnival has many places along one level for everyone to have professionally made pictures — with a variety of backdrops to choose from. Take all you want for free, you only have to pay for the pictures you like. Be prepared, though, as the photo packages can get a little pricey, but they’ll be worth it.

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Every morning, a list of the day’s planned activities is slipped under your door. Read it! Activities are planned for all ages, every day of the cruise. Be sure to catch a show! We enjoyed a phenomenal retrospective of ’80s music. Lilliana was so amazed by the production that she didn’t want to leave the theater, even after the show was over. The lights, the fireworks … so amazing. The singing was impeccable, too. There are two days at sea during a five-day cruise. That’s when the ship’s planned activities come in handy. They have games, shopping and more. You can even sign up to be part of an all-guest show where you get to show off your talent. Or, for the stage-stricken, sign up for family trivia and see how much you really know about your brood. If you’re not soaking up the sun by the pool, playing corn hole, giant chess, ping pong, shuffle board or mini golf, then you must be hitting the water slides. The ship has one very tall slide that swirls you around in a fully enclosed tunnel — Lilliana was

Let your children get a break from you. You know they deserve it. The Carnival cruise line offers free youth experiences — or “camps” — throughout the day, split up into different age groups. Children get to experience a variety of activities like coloring, painting, games and more. You pick a time to drop off your child, present your Sail & Sign card to check them in, and leave! Parents are not allowed to stay except for special activities. We decided to do a mother-daughter time and participated in the Stuff a Bear activity (which requires an additional fee for the supplies) while Daddy napped with baby brother. More activities for different age groups include games, dance parties, movies and more. Teens can even do teen-only shore excursions! All the clubs are supervised by experienced staff members. Carnival takes great effort and goes to extreme lengths to make it a memorable experience for the young cruisers — another reason why they are called the “Fun Ships.” Any traveling child younger than 2 is going to

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need entertainment from their parents. Fascination really didn’t have a good area for Seth to swim and play. So, if traveling with an infant or toddler, be prepared to have them with you at all times. We all had fun. Seth enjoyed waiting near the end of the mini-slides and splashing around in the water there watching big sister slide over and over again.

Half Moon Cay Just soak it all in — the sun, sand and view. Half Moon Cay is an awe-inspiring place that is secluded from the hubbub of the other developed islands of the Bahamas. This Carnival exclusive private island is 55 acres of the 2,400-acre Little San Salvador Island and only 2 percent of it is developed. Its serene environment is peaceful and relaxing. Take a deep breath, because there are not many places left like this in the world. The waters are so crystal blue, it’s just unbelievable. You can wade out until you’re neck deep in the water and still see through to the bottom. This, however, frightened my usual ride-allthe-waves Lilliana. She loves the beach, but she could see all the fish swimming around. The water is so sparkling it was like Mother Earth draped her most precious diamonds across the ocean horizon to create this magnificent place. You can book several different shore excursions, if you wish. We saw several people enjoying horseback rides on the beach. Many of us opted to just sit by the shore and be amazed by the scenery. This is a cashless island, too. All you need is your Sail & Sign card. Whatever you want to purchase on the island will be billed to your room — easy peasy, right?

Nassau/Paradise Island Nassau is the capitol of The Bahamas, and its culture still thrives. Shops are everywhere featuring hand-made crafts and souvenirs. Wait! Before you get off the boat, grab your picture ID — you will need it to get back on the boat — and sunscreen! As you

Carnival Fascination

Paradise Island’s Atlantis

start to get off the boat, the ship offers bottled water and drinks for a nominal fee. But don’t buy them! You can get $1 drinks just after you go through the security check when you get on the island. We grabbed the first taxi we saw and made our way to Paradise Island for our Aquaventure shore excursion at Atlantis. Ahhh, Atlantis. Yes, it does exist. The vast beauty of it all is something you really don’t want to miss. Paradise Island is home to extraordinary marine habitats featuring lagoons, caves, underwater ruins and more. It is the largest marine exhibit in the world with 8 million gallons of salt water and more than 50,000 aquatic animals representing more than 250 species — a lot to see and enjoy! Mixed in with the marine habitats is Paradise Island’s Aquaventure Water Park. It comprises 141 acres of waterscapes, more than 18 thrilling water slides, Atlantean-themed towers, high-speed water slides, a mile-long river ride with rapids and wave surges, 20 swimming areas, a kids’ water fort like no other and 11 different swimming pools sprinkled throughout the resort. Lilliana and I took The Current for a fabulous ride! The two-seater tubes or even the single-seat ones allow you to float along the lazy river, but hold on to your seat as it is really not that lazy. You turn a corner and a wave surge rushes gallons of water into the river, creating a fun ride. If you start to grow tired of the river, there are many exit/entrance spots along the way. Some areas are also a little higher in elevation, but don’t worry. You don’t have to even leave your tube to go higher. The water conveyor belts gently escalate you up to the next level. There’s a cluster of little pools (that are about waist deep to an adult in most spots) that go around the base of the Mayan Temple. This area consists of bridges to go under and little water falls. Four mini water slides connect the pools — perfect for little swimmers! You can find little water slides all over the resort. For the thrill seekers, there are many slides to

Lilliana at Half Moon Cay

choose from including Leap of Faith, Challenger Slide, The Abyss, The Surge, Serpent Slide, The Falls and the Jungle Slide (for the young thrill seekers). Be prepared to wait about 30 minutes for most of these slides during peak season — except for The Abyss within the Power Tower. This body-slide is intense! I sat down to take my turn, grabbed the handle to thrust myself forward — but I did not go forward. I went DOWN! A 50-foot near vertical drop in complete darkness sent my heart racing. I clutched my arms and held my breath — it was nearly taken away by the excitement anyway — and popped out at the end of the 200-foot slide into The Cenote’, an underground lair with a view point of one of the aquariums. It takes a mere five seconds to reach the bottom. I came out of that giggling like a little girl and rushed to find my husband, Shane. Then I sent him! I grabbed the kids, retraced my steps from the exit back down the stairs and we waited in a cave-like area to see their daddy shoot through the waterfall and out into the opening. What a rush! With children as young as ours, we didn’t get to ride any of the other water slides, but we did spend an awesome, action-packed six hours at Atlantis — and we barely scratched the top of what there is to do. The resort also offers dolphin encounters at Dolphin Cay, stingray encounters and more. This resort is also cashless; remember to bring your debit/credit card if you want to get anything at the resort — your room key (Sail & Sign card) does not work here. You can rent lockers in the changing area, grab a bite to eat and shop in the many shops. Don’t worry about bringing a towel, either — the resort provides them. They also provide life vests for nearly any size child. It’s an absolute must-do shore excursion while on your cruise to Nassau!

Debarkation When your trip is over and it’s time to get off the ship, be prepared for another wait. If you opted to carry your luggage on/off the boat, you get to leave first, and they’ll call you off by deck. But, if you are

having your luggage taken down to the dock for you, a zone is assigned to you. They will call the zones by groups of 10 and allow you to leave after all the others who are carrying their luggage have already debarked the ship. This is a moment where you really need something for children to do. The ship nearly shut completely down and Lilliana was getting stir crazy — another reason to keep activities in your carry-on! As with any vacation that you have never taken before, be sure to read all that you can on the Frequently Asked Questions part of the website. It is very helpful. Before we left, Lilliana received hugs from several of the little girls she met on our cruise. That is one of the great things about this kind of adventure. It is not so overcrowded and you really get a chance to meet new people and make new friends. Wait! Before I let you go, I must tell you about the food. The wide variety of offerings are delicious and endless — including the ice cream! If you don't find yourself seated at the table with other cruisers in the casual dining restaurant, you are surely taking advantage of one of the several buffet-style eateries on the ship. The pizza bar and room service are even offered 24 hours! You can really get carried away by all the choices.  Kiera Ashford is associate editor for this publication and mother of two.

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carnival.com • 800-764-7419 Prices vary by month, destination, number of guests traveling with you, location on the ship and size of room. A five-day cruise on the Carnival Fascination ranges from $279 $799 per person.

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family life

hush,

little baby By Mysti Koontz

Your newborn’s cry is enough to make YOU cry, but don’t worry. You’ll soon figure out what he’s saying to you.

n infant’s wail can chisel away at even the calmest of nerves, and every new mother will face the moment when she can’t seem to find the mute button on her new baby. The new mom’s delicate psyche — sleep deprived and postpartum hormonal — can lose heart when she can’t seem to comfort her baby. But wait. The American Academy of Pediatrics reports that “All babies cry, often without any apparent cause, and that newborns routinely cry a total of one to four hours a day.” So know that crying is your infant’s most common form of communication, and not an attack on your mothering skills. It will take you time to decode Baby’s howling, so give yourself some grace if you haven’t yet figured out his vocabulary!

Soothing Solutions Here are a few suggestions to help calm your baby in trying moments:

Move. Mothers have walked the floors and rocked babies for ages. First time mom Kari Vanhoose says sometimes the only thing that will calm her infant son is to hold him while bouncing gently on an exercise ball. Vanhoose speculates that it’s because she did this constantly before he was born. I admit to having tried this idea, and it worked with my son as well. Laura Schlessinger, author of In Praise of Stay at Home Moms (Harper; $25.99), recounts how her son would only stop crying long enough to take a nap if she put him in a stroller and pushed it over bumpy ground. Naps can be anything but restful for moms.

it reminds of the sounds heard in utero. My nurse practitioner told me about a mom whose child was soothed by the sound of a blow drier, so she recorded it on her phone. You do whatever works. Download white noise to your iPod at http://whitenoisemp3s. com. Search amazon.com for the wide array of white noise sounds you can purchase on CD and don’t overlook the white noise Apps!

Get a routine. The book On Becoming Baby Wise, by Gary Ezzo and Robert Bucknam (Parentwise; $13.95), promotes the idea that a flexible schedule provides a win/ win environment for Baby and Mom. The book was recommended to me by so many moms, that I finally bought it and am trying out the philosophy with my 8-week-old son.

Cry for crying’s sake. Some babies

self-sooth by sucking.

actually need to cry to unwind and eventually fall asleep, especially if they are over stimulated.

Swaddle. Some mothers swear by this

Is it colic? Colic is unexplained crying —

Suck. Consider offering a pacifier. Babies

technique, which keeps a baby bundled up nice and tight. Refer to The Happiest Baby on the Block, by Harvy Karp, M.D. (Bantam; $15), or check out happiestbaby.com.

Bathe. Some babies respond nicely to a warm bath or a gentle massage.

Change the scenery. Go outside for a stroll on a pretty day. Sometimes you will discover what works for your baby by moving him from spot to spot.

Play music. Classical, jazz, lullabies, rock, whatever works! Some babies love to dance to music with you, too, snuggled in your arms. Turn on the white noise. Many babies enjoy the sound, some say, because

in an otherwise healthy infant — for more than three hours a day, at least three or more days a week, for three weeks or more. It’s normal for your baby to cry. The phrase “this too will pass” was probably coined by a frazzled mom! But it’s true, and while there are lots of things about your infant that you want to savor, the wailing may not be one of them. It’s nice to know that crying for a healthy baby peaks around 6 to 8 weeks and then gradually decreases. In the midst of the wailing don’t forget to take care of yourself as well as your baby. Don’t be ashamed to ask for help; it’s OK to take a break from your crying infant. Sometimes the best thing for Baby is for Mom to get a breather.  Mysti Koontz is a local writer and mother of four.

The Crying Game Here’s what Baby may be saying when he cries. As you work to detect what’s bothering him, eliminate the options as you move down the list.

I’m hungry Is he rooting around or putting his hands in his mouth? Offer a bottle or breast during your baby’s infancy. As he gets older you can get him on a schedule and keep him on it to avoid negative eating patterns. In the meantime, hunger is the number one cause of crying according to the AAP.

I’m wet Does your child need a diaper change?

I’m tired The popular book On Becoming Baby Wise: Giving Your Infant the Gift of Nighttime Sleep by Gary Ezzo and Robert Bucknam (ParentWise Solutions; $13.95), makes the suggestion that a cranky baby can be a direct result of a lack of enough sleep. The average time a baby sleeps is around 16 hours a day.

I have gas He may need to be burped, but even burping may not eliminate what’s trapped in his belly. I’m overwhelmed Sometimes too much stimulation can be exhausting to a newborn.

I’m irritated Sometimes it’s something small like a scratchy tag on an outfit, or a diaper that’s too tight. Believe it or not, a hair wrapped around a toe is a common issue — called a hair tourniquet — that physicians looks for if you bring an inconsolable healthy baby into the office. I’m sick Check for fever or any other signs of sickness.

I just need to cry Remember, crying can be completely unexplainable.

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talk it up

When she starts making sounds, repeat them back to her, then add to it. You can even tell your baby what to say to encourage exploration on her part. “Say, “Cold!” when you take her inside to the air-conditioned room, for instance.

give her a hand

As your baby’s motor skills develop, let her touch and handle a variety of textured and smooth objects. All kinds of items will fascinate. Try velvet, fur, silk, terry cloth, squeaky toys, cloth books and crinkly paper.

play!

The number one way your baby learns is through fun engagement with you. As she gains physical control, play floor games with balls and other toys, recite nursery rhymes and sing songs, play peek-a-boo and memory games and get silly! Make facial expressions and gestures she can try as she learns to express herself.

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This cooling seat liner by Meeno Babies will keep Baby from getting hot and moist with sweat. The state-of-the-art poly mesh liner lets air flow between Baby and seat and fits most car seats and strollers. Available in five different colors.

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PUMP IT UP!

Breastfeeding AFTER You Return to Work

ow much time you take off from work can impact whether you breastfeed as long as you want to, says a new study published in a recent issue of Pediatrics, the online medical journal of the Academy of Pediatrics. Moms who take three months or so off from work are almost twice as likely to continue breastfeeding after they return to work compared to moms with shorter maternity leaves. But most working moms return to the work after a mere six weeks. What to do if you are in the majority but want to continue breastfeeding? • Talk to your employer about setting up a place at work where you will be able to pump. • Rent an electric pump such as a Medela for approximately $65 a month from the hospital where you deliver. • Practice with your pump from the time you come home with Baby so pumping’s routine by the time you return to work. • Help Baby adjust to drinking from a bottle so it’s also routine for him by the time you go back to work.

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CANOE RENTALS BUFFALO CANOEING (702 Gaither Hinson Road, Waynesboro; 931-796-2211; buffaloecanoeing. com) offers canoeing on the Buffalo River. Trips are six miles for $16 per person or 11 miles for $18 per person. CANOE MUSIC CITY (1203 Hwy 70 S., Kingston Springs; 9524211; canoemusiccity.com) offers canoeing on the Harpeth River. Day trips are seven miles for $32 and 11 miles for $36. Prices are per canoe. Kayak rentals are also available. They have new three-seat canoes with chair backings. CRAZY HORSE CANOE RENTAL (2505 Waynesboro Hwy., Waynesboro; 931-722-3081; clearwatercanoes.com) offers canoeing on the Buffalo River. Day trips are eight and 10 miles for $35, 16 miles for $39 and an overnight trip of 21 miles for $55. Prices are per canoe. Canoe holds two adults, but one child 11 and younger can ride in the middle for free. DUCK RIVER CANOE RENTAL (4454 Nashville Hwy., Chapel Hill; 931-364-2969; duckrivercanoerental.com) offers canoeing on the Duck River. Day trips are three miles for $20 adults, $10 ages 15 and younger, seven miles for $25 adults, $10 ages 15 and younger. Overnight trips are 18-and-a-half miles for $35 per person. FOGGY BOTTOM CANOE AND KAYAK RENTALS (1270 Hwy. 70, Kingston Springs; 9524062; foggybottomcanoe.com) offers canoeing on the Harpeth River. Day trips are two miles for $29.95, five miles for $32, nine miles for $34, 11 miles for $36. The overnight trip is $50 for either 11, 17 or 23 miles. All prices are per canoe. Kayak rentals also available.

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THE RIVER RAT’S CANOE RENTAL (4361 Hwy. 431, Columbia; 931-381-2278; riverratcanoe. com) offers canoeing on the scenic Duck River. Day trips are five miles for $20 and nine miles for $25. Overnight trips are 17 miles for $30, 23 miles for $40 and 29 miles for $50. All prices are per person. Canoes hold two people, but a small child can be added as a third person for $5. They also offer kayak rentals. TIP-A-CANOE (1279 Hwy. 70, Kingston Springs; 800-550-5810; tip-a-canoe.com) offers canoeing on the Harpeth River. Seventeen different trips ranging from one- to 12-hour trips are $49.95 per canoe.

WHITEWATER RAFTING The Ocoee River Whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River gives rafters ages 12 and older the chance to experience class III and IV rapids on the Middle Ocoee and the Upper/Middle Ocoee adds the featured 1996 Olympic Canoe and Kayak course. NOTE: Prices are per person, vary depending on the time of season and day of week, do not include fees or taxes and are subject to change. Generally, the Upper and Combo rafting trips are only offered on weekends.

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WILDWATER OCOEE RIVER BASIN CENTER 4596 Hwy. 64 W., Ducktown 866-319-8870 • wildwaterrafting.com Middle $44 - $49 Upper $44 - $49 Combo $99 - $109

The Big Pigeon River Winding its way through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cherokee National Forrest, Martha Sundquist State Forest and the Appalachian Trail, the Big Pigeon River in Hartford, Tenn., offers class III and IV rapids for rafters. The Upper Pigeon is recommended for ages 8 and older, the Lower Pigeon is recommended for ages 3 and older. NOTE: Prices are per person, vary depending on the time of season and day of week, do not include fees or taxes and are subject to change.

BIG CREEK EXPEDITIONS 3541 Hartford Road, Hartford 877-642-RAFT bigcreekexpeditions.com Upper $37.95 - $43.95 Lower $31.95 ages 3 - 7, $36.95 ages 8 and older RAFTING IN THE SMOKIES 3595 Hartford Road, Hartford 800-PRO-RAFT raftinginthesmokies.com Upper $39 Lower $35 RIP ROARING ADVENTURES 3375 Hartford Road, Hartford 800-449-RAFT (7238) raftingtennessee.com Upper $39.95 adults, $37.95 ages 8 - 12 Lower $34.95 adults, $32.95 ages 3 - 12 SMOKY MOUNTAIN OUTDOORS 453 Brookside Village Way Gatlinburg 800-771-RAFT smokymountainrafting.com Upper $37 - $39 Lower $27 - $29

Here on the Land Big Band Dances

Cut a rug with your little ones every Saturday in July and August during the popular Big Band Dances in Centennial Park. From 7 - 10 p.m. each week, a different band plays live and your family can take a free ballroom dance lesson at the beginning then have fun dancing the night away. Admission is free. Call 862-8400 or visit nashville.gov/parks.

Cosmic Concert Laser Shows

Head to the Adventure Science Center’s (ASC) Sudekum Planetarium every Saturday evening to listen to classic rock and pop music choreographed to a laser light show. Catch The Beatles at 8:30 p.m., That (mostly) ’70s Show at 9:30 p.m. and Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon at 10:30 p.m. Tickets are $9.50 each. ASC is located at 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville. Call 862-5160 or visit adventuresci.com.

Family Night Out at Cheekwood

Every Thursday this month, head to Cheekwood for its Family Night Out performance series. Shows take place at 6:30 p.m. and are designed for young audiences. The lineup includes Coal Train Railroad (July 7), Nashville Ballet’s The Singing Tortoise (July 14), Nashville Public Library Foundation and Wishing Chair Productions’ Tall Tale Circus (July 21) and The Zinghoppers (July 28). The shows are free with regular admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger). Call 356-8000 or visit cheekwood.org.

High-Tech Treasure Hunting

Geocaching, the outdoor treasure hunting game in which participants use a global positioning system, is all the rage and a fun family sport. There are more than 1.4 million geocaches to be found worldwide, with more than 7,000 here in Tennessee (1,000 can be found in the Nashville area alone). A great starting point for your little ones is a trip to the Adventure Science Center to learn about geocaching and GPS technology at the GPS Adventures exhibit. Then, get a device (you can use your car GPS and most smart phones have GPS Apps) and head outside to start your hunt. Visit geocaching. com to get in the game.

Kids Fest at Dollywood

Summer is the perfect time to make a trek to Pigeon Forge for a fun-filled day at Dollywood. The park’s annual KidsFest — the largest kids’ festival in the South — is underway through Sunday, Aug. 7. All ages can be dazzled by the Gazillion Bubbles Show (up to four shows daily), featuring millions of bubbles in all shapes and sizes enhanced by colorful lasers and cool lighting effects. Stop by the Imagination Cinema for the Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 4D experience then watch children’s stories come to life in the Imagination Playhouse, including The Little Engine That Could, Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad and Otis. Strolling throughout the park, catch a performance by the Junkbeats, a duo who bring on the rhythm on items like buckets, milk crates, garbage cans and pans. While you’re there, brave the new, high-flying Barnstormer ride (not for the faint of heart!). Dollywood is located at 1198 McCarter Hollow Road, Pigeon Forge. Hours in July are daily 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Park admission is $57 ages 12 and older, $45.80 ages 4 - 11, free ages 3 and younger (plus $8 parking); admission to Dollywood’s Splash Country water park is extra. Call 800-365-5996 or visit dollywood. com.

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The new Kowabunga Beach attraction at Nashville Shores is designed for the littlest members of your family.

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Here on the Land Nashville Shores

Middle Tennessee’s top water park offers fun for the whole family, and new this season is the extravagant Kowabunga Beach water play area. Setting on a large splash pad, the four-story structure features four different water slides (for kids only; there is a height maximum of 54 inches), a giant tipping bucket that will drench everyone within shot, water wheels, water guns, a rope bridge, umbrella jets and more ... all in all more than 70 interactive features. Of course, while you’re there, enjoy a dip in the pools, zip down the large water slides, brave the caps in the giant wave pool and take a relaxing spin around the lazy river. Your best bet is to arrive as soon as the park opens at 10 a.m. in order to enjoy the slides without long lines. Nashville Shores is located at 4001 Bell Road, Hermitage. The park is open daily through Sunday, Aug. 13, then on weekends only through Sunday, Sept. 11. Admission is $29.99 those 48 inches and taller; $24.99 those 47 inches and shorter; ages 2 and younger are free. Call 889-7050 or visit nashvilleshores.com.

Nature Nuts

Connecting kids to nature is a snap at one of the area’s nature centers. The three big ones — Warner Parks Nature Center (352-6299, Nashville), Shelby Bottoms Nature Center (862-8539, Nashville) and The Wilderness Station (217-3017, Murfreesboro) — offer a variety of programs for all ages, most of them free. Events of note this month include Butterfly Fun on Saturday, July 9 at Warner; Fairytales and Nature Children’s Picnic on Saturday, July 23 at Shelby Bottoms; and the Creatures of the Night Summer Night Hike on Tuesday, July 19 at The Wilderness Station. Consult “The Calendar” starting on page 79 for a complete listing of offerings.

New at the Zoo

Three clouded leopard cubs recently born at Nashville Zoo are on temporary display right now through the end of summer. While you’re there, you might opt for a ride on the new Wilderness Express Train (for an extra $3). Chill out at the zoo during its annual Ice Day event on Saturday, July 23. While there, enjoy free ice cream samples, participate in an ice-cream eating contest, visit the winter wonderland snow tent, zip down a water slide inflatable and more. Nashville Zoo is located at 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville. Summer hours are 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. Admission is $14 adults, $9 ages 3 - 12, free ages 2 and younger. Call 833-1534 or visit nashvillezoo.org.

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Warner Parks Nature Center offers a variety of hands-on nature activities for kids of all ages.

Regal’s Summer Movie Express

Get out of the heat and into the nice, cool environment of a participating Regal theater and take advantage of its Summer Movie Express. Every Tuesday and Wednesday this month, you can catch a G- or PG-rated movie at 10 a.m. for only $1. Participating theaters are Green Hills Stadium 16 in Nashville, Providence Stadium 14 in Mt. Juliet and Streets of Indian Lake Stadium 16 in Hendersonville. For a list of movies, visit regmovies.com.

Wave Country

Cool off from the summer heat in the giant wave pool, splash around in the kiddie pool with water dropping features and playground or take a ride on one of three water flumes and two speed slides. Hours are Mon - Thu 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sun 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Admission is $12 ages 13 years and older, $10 ages 3 - 12 and free ages 2 and younger. Wave Country is located at 2320 Two Rivers Pkwy., Nashville. Call 885-1052 or visit nashville.gov/parks.

Zipping with AdventureWorks

Thrill-seeking families can enjoy a real adrenaline rush with the AdventureWorks zipline excursion. While the zip excursion is available all year long, summer is a great time to go when the trees are lush and green. Suited for ages 6 and older (there is no weight minimum, but 275 pounds is the max), enjoy the high-flying adventure on nine different lines (one you do twice) of varying height and length. For an extra $15, you can also experience the Giant Swing (a kid favorite). Excursions take place daily and are by reservation only. Call at least a week in advance to schedule a tour on the weekend. Admission is $54 adults, $42 ages 17 and younger. On Saturday, July 16, you can join the Full Moon Zip that takes place at night under the light of the fool moon ($65). AdventureWorks is located at 1300 Narrow Road, Kingston Springs. Call 297-2250 or visit adventureworks.com.

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We hope you win BIG! Nashville Symphony

One Symphony Place, Nashville 615-687-6400 • nashvillesymphony.org Season tickets to the 2011-12 Pied Piper Series. The Ann and Monroe Carell Family Trust Pied Piper Series concerts offer an Educational, fun and interactive outing for both children and their Families. Value: $187

Indian Lake Medical Weight Loss & Wellness

133 Indian Lake Road, #204, Hendersonville, TN 37075 615-822-9002 • summerdietrx.com Win an initial diet and nutrition counseling session (does not include medication) along with a Vitamin B Complex injection.

Adams Pediatric Dentistry

4515 Harding Rd., Suite 114, Nashville, TN 37205 615-297-7597 • adamspediatricdentistry.com Adams Pediatric Dentistry has provided gentle, quality dental care since 1977. Win a pediatric dental check-up and cleaning.

Bounce U of Nashville

2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville, TN 37204 615-255-1422 • bounceu.com One single day of Create and Bounce Camp and a BounceU t-shirt.

Rivergate MedSpa & Wellness Center 400 Professional Park Drive, Ste. 201 Goodlettsville, TN 37072 615-859-9840 • rivergatemedspa.com One hour massage, one hour facial, 30 minutes in jacuzzi sound therapy tub, 30 minutes far infared sauna, 30 minutes on sound therapy table.

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615-865-5336 • copycatsforkids.net Win a free costume rental from Nashville’s top source for children’s parties, costume rentals and bounces.

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instantamber.com Win a free lifetime membership to Instant Amber, a child safety service that securely stores critical information for immediate release to law enforcement in an emergency. Five memberships to be given away, valued at $1,000 each.

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210 Robert Rose Drive, Ste. D Murfreesboro, TN 37129 615-225-9100 • riverviewfamilychiropractic.com $200 gift certificate for chiropractic, physical rehabilitation and/ or spinal decompression services.

North Rutherford YMCA

2001 Motlow College Blvd., Smyrna, TN 37167 615-220-9622 • ymcamidtn.org $50 gift card good towards any North Rutherford YMCA aquatic program (swim lessons, lifeguard training, etc.)

Rutherford Family YMCA

205 North Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro 615-895-5995 • ymcamidtn.org $50 gift card good towards any North Rutherford YMCA aquatic program (swim lessons, lifeguard training, etc.)

U Medi Spa at MMC

1004 North Highland Ave, Murfreesboro 615-867-8225 • umedispa.com Microdermabrasion treatment and 15 units of Botox valued at $275.

The Monkey’s Treehouse

8074 Hwy. 100, Nashville, TN 37221 91 Seaboard Ln. #103, Brentwood, TN 37021 615-646-5002 • themonkeystreehouse.com A family pass for up to 5 people for one year July-June 2012. Good at both locations, nontransferable.

Grand Central Party Rental

Serving Middle Tennessee Nashville • 615-868-3747 Brentwood • 615-915-0369 grandcentralparty.com Grand Central Party Rental offers one “really fun” inflatable bounce for your next party. $200 value, delivery included.

Kristina Cheri Kristina Cheri Studio at Victoria’s Salon Studio at North Anderson Lane, Ste. 101 Victoria’s Salon 202 Hendersonville, TN 37075

615-824-7180 or 615-415-2922 victoriassalon-spa.com Get a new look for summer. Win a designer hair cut and style from one of Nashville’s top hair and makeup artist, Kristina Cheri.

Snodgrass-King Pediatric Dental Associates

125 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 140 Franklin • 771-1111 4761 Andrew Jackson Pkwy. Hermitage • 885-3525 1747 Medical Center Pkwy. Murfreesboro • 225-0700 5073 Main St., Ste. 240, Spring Hill • 615-302-4200 snodgrassking.com A free exam, cleaning and full x-rays from Nashville’s awardwinning pediatric dental and orthodontic office. Giving them a smile to build their future on.

Phillips Toy Mart

5207 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205 615-352-5363 • phillipstoymart.com Kettler Happy Navigator Trike 3-in-1 Auto-Freewheel. Five position frame, lock steering, tri-wheel steering, push bar and seat belt included. A Phillips Toy Mart, Nashville’s #1 Toy Store! Value: $179.99

Holiday World/Splashin’ Safari

452 East Christmas Blvd. Santa Claus, In 47579 1-877-GO-FAMILY (1-877-463-2645) or (812) 937-4401 holidayworld.com Family fun with free unlimited soft drinks and home of the Wildebeest — Voted the #1 Water Ride on the Planet! Win a four pack of tickets good anytime in 2011.

Half Moon Yoga

3326 Aspen Grove, #250, Franklin, TN 37067 615-496-2310 • halfmoonyoga.net Feel free to explore a 4 class pass. We offer Gentle, Yin, Prenatal, Ananda, Blissful Flow, Vinyasa and Ashtanga Yoga!

Ditcharo & Johnson Orthodontics

127 Dow St., Murfreesboro 615-893-9151 • dandjortho.com Complimentary orthodontic exam — includes all necessary x-rays and records, as well as a free “Rotadent Professional” electronic toothbrush. Value: $300

Kundalini Rising Yoga

1218 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville 615-473-3467 • kundalinirisingyoga.net Kundalini Rising Yoga invites you to experience and embody any of their ongoing classes — Kundalini Yoga, Naam Yoga, Vinyasa, Pre-natal and Mommy and Me Yoga. Win a four class pass.

Zierra Myst

12020 Lebanon Road., Mt. Juliet 615-553-4345 • atzierramyst.com One stop for Metaphysical supplies along with readings, Reiki, tunning fork sessions and more. Win one Reiki Healing Session.

Pediatric Dentistry Specialist

100 Springhouse Court, #110, Hendersonville, 824-5047 500 Lentz Drive, Nashville, 868-9057 kurtrswauger.com Treating kids of all ages and needs. Win an initial exam, cleaning and complete set of x-rays, schedule at either location.

All Clear

2690 Hwy. 231 South, Castalian Springs 615-739-0250 • liceallclear.com Win an all natural head lice treatment package containing X-Pel Shampoo, 2 head lice combs, locator spray and a free head check at our salon.

MMC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

1004 North Highland Ave., Murfreesboro 615-893-4480 • mmclinic.com One hour prenatal massage valued at $85 through U-Medi Spa at MMC.

Nashville Shores Waterpark

4001 Bell Road, Hermitage, TN 37076 615-889-7050 • nashvilleshores.com Two ticket certificates, good for two daily admissions to Nashville Shores in 2011.

Dr. David Sain Orthodontics

1849 Memorial Blvd.,Murfreesboro 615-890-7246 • smileteam4u.com Electric toothbrush that removes up to 99.7 percent of plaque with 5 brushing modes and Floss-action technology that provides a superior overall clean and improves gum health. Value: $140

Discovery Center of Murfree Spring

502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro 615-890-2300 • discoverycenteronline.org Discovery Center Birthday Party that includes Little Party Room for one hour plus one hour in the museum for up to 16 children. Dates subject to availability. Value: $125

The Dancer’s School

2159 N. Thompson Lane, Ste. C-5., Murfreesboro 615-907-1155 • dancersschool.com First month’s tuition and registration fee waived for one dance class for the 2011-12 year for any new student — ages 3 - adult. Classes offered include: ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, modern, contemporary, hip-hop, pre-school and adult ladies class. Classes begin Aug 8th. Value: $70

Gigi’s Cupcakes

1451 N. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro 615-895-4567 • gigiscupcakes.com One dozen cupcakes of your choice and a Gigi’s T-shirt. Murfreesboro location only. Value: $50

Shannon Jenkins Photography

3200 Turndale Court, Franklin 615-351-5198 shannonjenkinsphotography.com Up to one hour outdoor photo session in Franklin, TN. Includes 5 people and 10 high resolution images on CD with release letter. Value: $150

Associated Children Dentistry

5003 Crossings Circle, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 615-533-4125 • ourkidzcare.com New patient exam, cleaning and x-rays. Great convenient Mt. Juliet location. Kids (and their parents) love us. Value: $112

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville, TN 37211 615-833-1534 • nashvillezoo.org Two zoo admissions, parking pass, 2 train rides and a wooden train whistle.

Monkey Joe’s

1648 Westgate Circle, Brentwood • 615-377-5900 1580 Gallatin Pike North, Madison • 615-915-0561 monkeyjoes.com Free 8 Kid Party at Monkey Joe’s, TN’s #1 Party Center. Can upgrade to larger party using Giveaway as $100 credit. (Expires 12/31/11) Value: $100

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Malco Theatres

100 Movie Row, Smyrna • 901-761-3480 615-232-6252 • malco.com Win a complimentary Malco birthday party valid for up to 15 guests. See voucher for complete terms and restrictions. Value: $185

Tennessee Foreign Language Institute 227 French Landing Drive, Ste. 100, Nashville 615-741-7579 • tpli.org Enrich your child’s life through foreign languages! $50 gift certificate can be used toward any 2012 week-long summer camp.

Focused Imaging

2200 21st Ave. South, Nashville 615-383-0090 • focused4dimaging.com Weekday Special $99. Ten to fifteen minute 4-D imaging session, 4 black/white and 2 color 3-D pictures, plus a DVD of your ultrasound. Value: $99

BounceU of Murfreesboro

1222 Park Avenue, Murfreesboro 615-893-8386 • bounceu.com/murfreesboro Win a full week of half day camp at Create and Bounce Camp. Valid in 2011 and at BounceU of Murfreesoboro only — the ultimate play experience for kids. Value: $85

Mpact Martial Arts, Gymnastics and Cheer

1647 Mallory Lane, Ste. 102, Brentwood 615-377-3444 • mpactsports.com Win a FREE month of tuition in either martial arts, gymnastics, or cheer/tumble classes! Also, pay no registration fee your first year! Value: Up to a $154 value

My Gym Children’s Fitness Center

330 Franklin Road, Brentwood, TN 37027 615-371-5437 • my-gym.com/brentwood 204 Anderson Lane, Hendersonville, TN 37075 615-824-8002 • my-gym.com/Hendersonville Win a My Gym Birthday Party (value up to $300). Good at both My Gym of Brentwood and My Gym of Hendersonville. Good through Dec. 1, 2011.

Williamson County Parks & Recreation

1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin 615-790-5719 • wcparksandrec.com 3, 30 visit passes (one per winner). Each pass is good for 30 visits to multiple WCPK facilities. Passes include admission to indoor facility amenities only. Value: $60 per pass/ $180 total

Dr. Daxx Dunn’s Family Vision Care

4085 Mallory Lane, Ste. 110, Franklin 615-771-2550 • drdaxxdunn.com 1 pair of Kate Spade Designer Ladies’ sunglasses, valued at $150. And 1 comprehensive pediatric or adult eye exam, valued at $135. Total value: $285

Storybook Village

3015 Belshire Village Drive, Ste. 114, Spring Hill 615-614-1424 • thestorybookvillage.com Twenty Free passes to Tennessee’s newest indoor playground! Good for yourself and friends! Value: $150

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Firstlight Art Academy

1710 Gen. George Patton Drive Ste. 108, Brentwood 615-202-6426 • firstlightaa.org Programs for ages 3 - adult, beginners and experienced artist. Win a $50 gift certificate good toward classes, special events and art programs.

Second-Glances Women’s Photography

211 Union St., Ste. 201, Nashville 615-730-8681 • second-glances.com Maternity & infant photography package with pre-birth (last month) photo shoot at our studio with female photographer & make-up artist and an at-home session after baby arrives. Includes an 8X8 hardcover book to capture your special memories! Value $600.

Kevin Wimpy Portraits & Gardens

912 Hillsboro Road, Franklin 615-331-1235 • KevinWimpy.com A studio or garden portrait session at Kevin Wimpy Portraits & Gardens and a 16X20 master canvas. Your print will be embedded into canvas and UV coated for protection. Kevin Wimpy Portraits & Gardens features many exclusively designed natural vignettes perfect for your baby, child, teen or family portrait. Value: $710

Children’s Dentistry of Murfreesboro 538 Brandies Circle, Ste. 102, Murfreesboro 615-494-5437 childrensdentistryofmurfreesboro.com Win a free exam, cleaning and x-rays (if needed).

A Moment’s Peace Salon and Day Spa

9050 Carothers Pkwy., Franklin 615-224-0770 •amomentspeace.com Half a Day of Peace! Choose from either our signature customized European facial or an hour-long Swedish massage. Also included with either choice is a spa manicure and pedicure and a delightfully sinful snack in our tranquility room. Value: $179

JUMPER’S Jumper’s Playhouse New Nashville Hwy., Smyrna PLAYHOUSE 6600 615-220-7575 • jumpersplayhouse.com

Private party for 10 jumpers on the weekend! 1 hour and 15 minutes of jumping and 45 minutes of of party room time. Plus lots of extras! Value: $170

Art Life Studio

Nashville, TN 615-397-2238 •artlifeartstudio.com Nashville’s ONLY mobile studio with time tested projects in clay, printmaking, & canvas painting. Win an art party for 10 kids or adults..Nashville’s only mobile studio with time tested projects in clay, printmaking, & canvas painting. Value: $220

Mr. Wiz the Magician

615-622-2337 • mrwizmagic.com Win easy-to-do magic tricks, including magic ball and vase, magic coin slide and svengali magic card deck.

Pint-Sized Pampering & Spa Parties for Girls

Serving Middle TN 615-653-5911 • pintsizedpampering.com Best Friend Friday (BFF) Spa party for up to 4 girls. Choice of 2 spa services, decorations, uniform staff, set up/clean up. (Scheduled on Fridays only. Max 4 girls. Expires 08/31/11) Value: $200

Diamond Academy of Dance

639 S. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet facebook.com/DiamondAcademyofDance Mt. Juliet’s newest studio offers one month free tuition (one 60 minute class or two 30 minutes classes) plus a free T-shirt. Value: $60

STRONGMommy!

The Wellness Center at Baptist Hospital 2021 Church St. Nashville 284-5066 • baptisthospital.com/wellnesscenter Give yourself the gift of Health. 60 minutes of massage therapy. Great for expectant moms. Value: $60

StrollerStrides

meet at various locations 800 682-0420 •andreahall@strollerstrides.net This total (and fun) total fitness program that Moms can do with their babies is great workout for any fitness level. Free 6 class package. Value: $90

FADDs Party Bus

615-754-2221 • nashvillepartybus.com Win a two-hour stationary party. Perfect for birthdays, family reunions or any excuse to get together. Our DJs help make your party fabulous. Valid Sun - Thu

Teach a Child

1309 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet 615-758-4993 Highest quality educational supplies and toys, plus a staff of teachers eager to help. Teach a Child is offering 4 separate $25 gift certificates.

Gymboree Play & Music

1731-A Mallory Lane, Brentwood 221-9004 • brentwoodtn@gymboreeclasses.com One month enrollment to the class of the winner’s choice. Choose from Play, Music, Art or Sports. (Drop Off School Skills class not eligible.)

Elite Dance & Fitness

7177 Nolensville Road, Ste. B1 & B2, Nolensville 615-776-4202 • elitedanceandfitness.com One month of unlimited fitness classes. We offer Zumba, Boot Camp Fitness & adult ballet. Beginning in September we’ll also be offering yoga.

Georgia Skin Institute

GEORGIA CAREER INSTITUTE

1233 Commerce Park Drive, Murfreesboro 615-896-0702 •georgiacareerinstitute.org Spa Party for 5 people including manicure & pedicure with 2 nail arts, boa & tiara for each child, goody bags with nail polish, lip gloss & compact mirror as well as 45 minutes in party room. Parents bring decorations & food. Value: $100

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Kristen Butke Irish Dance

1710 General George Patton Drive Ste. 107, Brentwood 615-636-9771 • kristenbutkeschool.com Win 2 free months of classes! Learn how to Irish Step Dance with the Kristen Butke School. Offer includes registration fee. Value: $90

Champion Ballroom

206 B Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 203, Franklin 615-593-2491 • championballroomcenter.com Win one of 4 prizes! 2 adult private lessons ($150 value), 2 kid’s (ages 8 - 17) private dance lessons ($100 value), 2 junior (ages 5 - 7) private lessons ($70 value), or 2 Date Night ballroom group classes for couples ($50 value). All private classes are for singles or may use for couples. New students only.

Universal Gymnastics, Dance and Cheer

5003 Market Place, Mt. Juliet 758-4791 • universalgymdancecheer.com Nashville’s friendliest gym offers a free month of classes (one class per week.) Choose from either dance, gymnastics or cheerleading.

Deer Run Retreat

3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station, TN 37179 615-794-2918 • deerrunretreat.org $100 Deer Run Bucks can be used for balance payments, not deposits, for day or overnight retreats or summer camps, B&B guest rooms, or Deer Run merchandise.

Scott-Ellis School of Irish Dance

7107 Crossroads Blvd., Ste. 108 Brentwood, TN 37027 615-221-9989 • scott-ellis.com One month of free Irish dance classes — 1 hour instruction per week. Value: $55

Williamson County Youth Orchestra 115 Penn Warren Drive, Ste. 300-330 Brentwood, TN 37027 615-830-5601 williamsoncountyyouthorchestra.org A Student will receive a Free tuition for the First Semester (Sept. - Dec. 2011) to play with either the Junior Orchestra or Williamson County Youth Orchestra subject to Audition placement.

Goofballs Family Fun Center

1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 360 Franklin, TN 37064 615-861-3668 • letsgetgoofy.com $50 towards the purchase of any birthday party package.

The Wine and Easel

91 Seaboard Lane, Brentwood 678-8784 • wineandeasel.com One family 5 pack (5 painters valued at $175) to come to Wine and Easel and paint, have a fun time. Must be used at one time. Value: $175

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Tennessee Central Railway Museum 220 Willow St., Nashville, TN 37210 615-244-9001 • tcry.org Win a voucher good for $50 towards ticket purchases.

Young Chefs Academy

99 Seaboard Lane, Ste. 700, Brentwood, TN 37027 615-371-5151 youngchefsacademy.com/brentwood Win an all-inclusive birthday party for up to 10 kids. They will make their own pizza from scratch, decorate cupcakes and receive a cooking gift bag.

USA Baby and Kids

The dancer’s E.D.G.E.

1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 370, Franklin, TN 37064 615-595-5565 • usababyfranklin.com Win a $50 gift card.

The Dancer’s E.d.g.e

5024 Thoroughbred Lane, Brentwood, TN 37027 615-377-0272 • nashvilledancersedge.com Win four one-hour classes. Includes registration fee.

Nashville Sounds

Herschel Greer Stadium 534 Chestnut St., Nashville 690-HITS (4487) • nashvillesounds.com Nashville’s AAA affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers is pleased to offer a family 4 pack of tickets, plus other great prizes. Come see us this summer. 2 Sounds balls (just like a kickball), 4 Sounds plastic mugs, 1 Ozzie doll, 1 Sounds pen and pad set, 2 Sounds fans that light up, 2 Sounds logo baseball

The Mall at Green Hills

HIllsboro and Abbott Martin Roads 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville 298-5478 • themallatgreenhills.com Win a $100 Gift Card good at any mall retailer.

1210 Franklin Rd, Brentwood 277-9434 • fellowshipdance.com Fellowship School of Dance is pleased to offer free registration (a $35.00 value) plus 10% off dance tuition for one semester. Visit www.FellowshipDance.com or call 277-9434 for more information.

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4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville 615-274-3786 • luckyladdfarms.com Win a Lucky Ladd Farms 2011 Family Pass. Unlimited visits for up to five family members for the remainder of the Summer lucky ladd.

Mr. Bryan Ice Cream Party Wagon

615-513-1466 Have everyone’s favorite ice cream treats and 100 percent natural fruit bars at your next party. Win a $50 gift certificate good for on site party only. (Nashville area only.)

Monkeynastix

336-3354 • monkeynastixusa.com A different kind of birthday party for kids 3- 8. Fun, games, music and action with Monkeynastix specialized equipment. $50 gift certificate toward any Monkeynastix party at your location.

Barnyard Kids Too Daycare

Murfreesboro, TN 37129 931-580-9928 • barnyardkidsandbabies.com New 3-star Daycare Center opening in August 2011! Registration fee and first week free for one child — ages 6 weeks - 5 years.

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633 Frazier Drive, Franklin • 778-0775 Win Four Passes to any of the 20 great movies at Thoroughbred 20 Carmike Cinemas.

Murfreesboro TN 37128 616-390-0982 • abovetherimgym.com Contact: George Gibson Free October Skills Clinic for one player. Four sessions, one hour and a half each. Value: $65

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2227-B Southpark Drive, Murfreesboro, TN 37128 615-893-4567 • coxfamilyma.com Six-month membership for our Olympic Tae Kwon Do, Hapkido and Kidz Peak Performance classes. A $650 value. Does not include the after school or summer camp.

Beech Bend Amusement Park

798 Beech Bend Road, Bowling Green, KY 270-781-7634 •beechbend.com Win one of (2) family 6 packs of tickets to Nashville closest amusement & water park. Fun for the entire family! Value: $150

Elite Martial Arts

6940 Moores Lane, Brentwood TN 661-5595 • emabrentwood.com Elite Martial Arts teaches real life self defense and mixed martial arts. Win a Six week starter program for you or your child.

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Fellowship School of Dance

401 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin, TN 37067 615-771-5355 • penamdstudio.com Dermasweep — particle free microdermabrasion, exfoliation & skin resurfacing treatment. Includes Skin specific solutions for your skin type! Value: $125

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

222 Fifth Ave. South, Nashville, TN 37203 615-416-2001 • countrymusichalloffame.org Family Membership. Free admission to museum and almost 200 public programs a year including family programs and activities. Value: $100

Tri-Star Gymnastics

2008 Johnson Industrial Blvd., Nolensville, TN 37135-9773 615-776-8333 • tristargym.net One Free Week of Day Camp AND One Free month (of a one hour class) of gymnastics or tumbling classes in our state of the art facility. Includes registration fee. Total value: $240

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1820 N.W. Broad St., Murfreesboro TN 37129 615-893-6003 • bskonline.com FREE three month karate program and black belt quality uniform for child or adult. Please call after winning to schedule first class. Value: $474 value

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3630 Redmon St., Ste. 1, Nashville, TN 37209 615-383-5114 • nashvilleschoolofclimbing.com Win $200 worth of after school rock climbing practices. Climbers age 7 - 13 learn the basics of rock climbing and push their limits in weekly practices.

614 E. Clark Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 615-890-0885 • wildaboutsmiles4kids.com Win a Phillips Sonicare toothbrush for kids. Includes a KidTimer for a two minute brushing routine, two kid-friendly power modes, rechargeable batteries and interchangeable panels for customization.

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939 Rodney Drive, Nashville 356-9136 anewleafnashville.org Offering camps for children ages 3 - 12. Kick off the summer with a study of children’s literature and puppetry arts. See a show from professional puppeteers then create puppets and a set for a show. Campers also have a chance to become chef. Spend time in the garden to take a close look at soil sciences. New games to share and a treasure hunt with a musical twist. End the summer with a focus on visual arts.

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Above The Rim Basketball Academy

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in the Holloway High School Gym 619 S. Highland Ave., Murfreesboro 390-0982 abovetherimgym.com Offering year-round after-school basketball programs for individuals and groups ages 6 - 17. We take skills to a higher level, stressing fundamentals and shaping character. Developmental program for boys and girls ages 7 - 16. All skill levels welcome. Travel basketball program also available. AAU Member.

1911 Business Campus Drive, Murfreesboro 890-6755 1820 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro 893-6003 bskonline.com • bushido96@aol.com Let martial arts take your kids to new heights. Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate offers programs in traditional karate from age 3 to adult. Call now to find out how to get two months free! 2990 Sidco Drive, Nashville 255-1422 bounceu.com/cities/nashville.tn • nashville.tn@bounceu.com Bounce U’s Create and Bounce Camp gives kids a chance to enjoy physical activity and creative time in equal doses, promoting the growth of imagination. Complete with arts and crafts, snacks and games, it’s a one-of-a-kind camp experience they’ll never forget.

Camp Idyllwild

The Academy of Maryland Farms

Cedar Crest Camp

The Academy of McKay’s Mill

Cheekwood’s Summer Camp

270 Seaboard Lane, Franklin 771-2898 academychilddevelopment.com Discover the Adventures of Summer -- with themes like Outdoor Adventures, Wee Chefs, Fiesta Amigos and History Hopping, we’ll have a blast and learn cool stuff, too! Kids will also enjoy weekly water play days, visits from special guests and much, much more. A summer program like no other that’s jam-packed and fun-filled for ages 2 - 5 yrs. 201 Westwood Place, Brentwood 221-5155 academychilddevelopment.com Discover the Adventures of Summer -- with themes like Outdoor Adventures, Wee Chefs, Fiesta Amigos and History Hopping, we’ll have a blast and learn cool stuff, too! Kids will also enjoy weekly water play days, visits from special guests and much, much more. A summer program like no other that’s jam-packed and fun-filled for ages 2 - 5 yrs.

3139 Blue Buck Creek Road, Duck River 383-0589 campidyllwild.com • campidyllwild@gmail.com A unique day camp to inspire children with a love for nature. Eco-science and nature-based programs as well as traditional summer activities. Learn about animal habitats and ecology. Arts and crafts, organic gardening, archery, wall climbing, rappelling, pottery, wood and leather working, and caring for the camp’s three Alpacas. Bus transportation from Nashville and Franklin. 7900 Cedar Crest Camp Road, Lyles 931-670-3420 tnumcamps.org • katie.taylor@tnumc.org Theme camps for grades 2 - 8. Week-long overnight camps, camper/parent weekends and a week of day camps. Swimming, kayaking, field games, Bible study, campfires, crafts, archery, hiking, creek stomping, s’mores, new friends and much more. All programs are run under the guidance of caring, well trained staff members. Owned and operated by the United Methodist Conference.

1401 Baffin Lane, Franklin 771-1131 academychilddevelopment.com Discover the Adventures of Summer -- with themes like Outdoor Adventures, Wee Chefs, Fiesta Amigos and History Hopping, we’ll have a blast and learn cool stuff, too! Kids will also enjoy weekly water play days, visits from special guests and much, much more. A summer program like no other that’s jam-packed and fun-filled for ages 2 - 5 yrs.

1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville 353-9827 cheekwood.org • kmcginnis@cheekwood.org With classes focusing on everything from painting and clay to mosaics and mixed media, campers 2 16 will enjoy fun art and outdoor adventures at Cheekwood. Visit our web site for more information. Register now for camps Jun. 6 - Aug. 5.

The Academy of Heritage Commons

2227-B Southpark Drive, Murfreesboro 893-4567 coxfamilyma.com Voted #1 day camp 8 consecutive years. Themed weeks include martial arts, tumbling, dance, sign language, fitness/nutritional enhancement, multi-cultural activities and random acts of kindness. Experienced staff lead campers in life skill, team building and leadership activities. Innovators of after-school martial arts (we transport from 14 schools). “We Build Champions For Life.”

4615 Thompsons Ridge Road, Thompson’s Station 591-4040 academychilddevelopment.com Discover the Adventures of Summer -- with themes like Outdoor Adventures, Wee Chefs, Fiesta Amigos and History Hopping, we’ll have a blast and learn cool stuff, too! Kids will also enjoy weekly water play days, visits from special guests and much, much more. Don’t forget about our one-of-a-kind school-age program, TASK. A summer program like no other that’s jam-packed and fun-filled for ages 2 - 12 yrs.

Advantage Models and Talent

230 Franklin Road, Ste. 802, Franklin 790-5001 advantagemodel.com • info@advantagemodel.com An award-winning agency and talent development center. Encouraging environment, quality training, superior representation and successful talent placement. Actors Models and Talent for Christ search, Aug. 27: proven pathway to a movie set, runway or stage. Talent development courses help students prepare for the industry, establish goals and build self-esteem. Modeling and acting courses for ages 3 and up.

Baker Performance Academy

1411 Mark Allen Lane, Unit D, Murfreesboro 867-2290 bakerperformanceacademy.com • bakerperformanceacademy@gmail.com Sing, Dance, Act! BPA offers an exciting and educational way to experience the performing arts. Dance, musical theater, acting and voice classes are taught by professionally-trained instructors in a safe and fun environment. Ages 2 - adult. Enroll now for our summer musical theater camps, Zumba and fall classes. Private lessons available. Ask about our sibling discounts. Call or visit our web site for more information.

Barfield School of Dance

2298 Barfield Road, Murfreesboro 896-3118 barfieldschoolofdance.com • mail@barfieldschoolofdance.com Enjoy a fun-filled week of activities including ballet, tap and jazz technique, lyrical, hip-hop, choreography, creative dance, dance history and appreciation, drama, nutrition, arts and crafts. Overnight camp adds swimming, water ballet, movies, outdoor games, putt-putt golf. Day camps 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Mon. - Fri. Overnight camp Mon. 9 a.m. - Fri. 5 p.m. Plan to enjoy the fully-costumed performance on Friday!

Cox Family Martial Arts Summer of Champions

Creekside Riding Academy & Stables

2359 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin 595-7547 creeksideridingstables.com Offers beginner, intermediate and advanced riding lessons. Family trail rides are available most weekends during the Spring and daily in the Summer. Children’s summer riding camps are Mon. - Fri., Jun. - Jul. Lessons and camps teach proper riding techniques, safety around horses, grooming, tacking and horse ground handling. Fun and adventure for ages 5 and up!

Dance in Bloom

7982 Coley Davis Road, Bellevue 662-4819 danceinbloom.com We have great summer programs for all ages. Dance with Dora and Diego, have a hip-hop dance or Princess tea party, or take combo classes. See our website for more exciting details on our camps, workshops and six-week sessions.

The Dancers’ School

2159 N. Thompson Lane, Ste. C-5, Murfreesboro 907-1155 thedancersschool.com • thedancersschool@live.com Now enrolling for summer sessions. Email or call for a brochure and registration information.

David Deaton Karate Studios

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This charismatic TV anchor — and mom of a 2-year-old — says that even with all of the exciting stories she covers Hit Christian music singerand important things songwriter and Franklin going on inMatthew the resident West’s world, “family isisthe true passion his family, which includes his wife, very most important” Emily, andis.daughters, thing there

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Oh honey! I get up at 2 (a.m.) when most people are going to bed! I try to go to bed around 9, but it’s hard. I get to the station around 3:30, but then I’m home every day at noon, so I’m full-time Mommy the rest of the day.

So, how do you handle Tennessee Mornings? You’ve got to get up early, right? About 4 a.m.?

I’d love to have another, but we’ll see. We waited 10 years to have a baby, and for now, I think my husband’s like, “We’re good!”

Any more children on the horizon?

She’s wonderful! She just turned 2 in May, so now, when you ask her how old she is, she says, “2 in May,” it’s so funny. We’re definitely seeing more of an independent streak in her now! She’s so much fun, and we’re playing at the pool, learning to swim a little ... we’ve got a trip to Disney coming up!

How’s Reese doing? What’s she up to this summer?

he delightful Kelly Sutton — Tennessee Morning’s co-anchor on Fox 17 from 5 - 9 a.m. each morning — was born in Kentucky and raised in Indiana. Ten years ago this September — in fact, the day before 9/11, she debuted on Fox. She says she fell in love with Middle Tennessee immediately, but waited to have a baby with her husband in order to get established. Now, with 2-year-old daughter Savannah Reese — they call her Reese — the witty and vivacious Sutton calls Bellevue home, loving the small town feel in the big city that Nashville brings, and the incomprehensible love that only a child can bring into your life.

She has some Apps that she loves! There’s The Itsy Bitsy Spider and Duck, Duck Moose. I’ll never forget how grateful I was to have downloaded the movie Toy Story to my iPhone. We were leaving a Titans’ game once and she was in my carrier and started melting down. I put on Toy Story and she watched it while I navigated through all those crowds. Movies are great for road trips!

What about Reese? Does she like Apps and stuff?

Yeah, definitely. I do a segment on Tennessee Mornings called “Surfin’ with Kelly,” where I share great sites that I’ve found ... now I’m adding Apps. There are great ones! One I really like is called Cozi — it’s a family organizer that makes everything easy. And there’s another one called Food on the Table that helps you with dinner. So if you have, say, noodles and chicken in your kitchen, you put in noodles and chicken and you get all of these recipes.

So what do you think of all the access we have to Facebook and Apps and stuff now? A lot of parents love these Apps.

I think I lose out to Mickey Mouse most of the time! But I wonder what she thinks about that. I have a friend who’s also on TV, and we laugh because his child said to another child, “What channel is YOUR dad on?!”

Does Reese ever watch you on TV?

Our male nanny, Paw Paw, comes to take care of her ... he’s her surrogate grandfather.

Susan Day is editor of this publication.

To learn more about the organizations Kelly Sutton supports and to see what she’s up to, visit her website, kellysutton.net.

That would be great! It’s @tvkellysutton. Somebody else had @kellysutton ... so annoying!

OK! We’re gonna follow you!

Yeah, we just did the BMI Music City Invitational that benefits the child development center at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital, and I’m active with Susan G. Komen — my Mom had breast cancer — I do a lot of stuff and I tweet about it.

You volunteer a lot and stay really involved in the community — how can we help?

You know, it’s the most challenging and rewarding job I’ve ever had. Everybody says that, but it’s true. Reese is amazing in ways I can never comprehend ... some of the things she says ... She blows my mind every day! Also, another thing I’ve learnd is that it goes by so fast!!!

What have you learned about being a mom?

Oh boy. Both of my parents are very generous and honest. They have great character, and they both work very hard. I’m so happy they raised me in the church. If I can do nothing else than to instill in Reese for her to be a good person and love the Lord and to have a strong moral compass, then I’ll be happy.

Honey, I worked on a Friday and had her on Saturday night! I missed having her on air by one day!

Who’s with Reese when you’re at Tennessee Mornings?

What did you learn from your parents and what do you want Reese to learn from you?

What about when you were expecting Reese? You didn’t keep that kind of schedule then,did you?

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Mount Juliet School of Dance 615.754.9186 2228 N Mt. Juliet Rd. Mt. Juliet

4517 Granny White Pike, Nashville 966-7624 dlcs.lipscomb.edu • susan.mccollum@lipscomb.edu Offering children from pre-K - grade 5 a chance to learn and play without the homework! Our middle school offers classes for the grades 6 - 8 and Lipscomb University offers classes for elementary to high school.

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3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station 794-2918 camps.deerrunretreat.org • registration@deerrunretreat.org Affordable! Traditional. Non-denominational. Incredible camper experience. Well-trained camp staff model strong character plus have a love for pouring into camper’s lives. Registration includes t-shirt and DVD of camp week. Discounts available. Day Camp: Fastest growing day camp in Franklin area. Grades K - 8. Bus transportation and extended care. Interactive Bible story, songs, skits and crafts. Recreation: swimming, zip line, aqua park, canoes, kayaks, creek wading, wiffle ball, kickball, BB guns, archery, climbing tower and wild water games. Residential Camp: Five-night. Grades 3 - 12. Excellent accommodations. Healthy meals. Character building. Daily Bible study, worship, skits, paint ball, climbing tower, high/low ropes, lake (see above), archery, BB guns, wiffle ball, crazy games, night hikes and sand volleyball.

Diamond Academy of Dance

diamondacademyofdance@gmail.com 587-7903 Coming soon to the Providence area! A new level of dance instruction to Wilson County. We are proud to be serving Mt. Juliet and surrounding areas. Dance instruction for ages 18 mos. to adult. Energetic, friendly, loving instructors certified in all areas of dance, specialized pre-school programs and Zumba. Ready and willing to treat your child like the precious gem they are.

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EBDT Dance and Arts Center - Eccentrique Backbone Dance Theatre

103 Confederate Drive, Ste. 1, Franklin 599-7003 ebdtdanceandarts.ning.com • ebdtdance@ureach.com Promoting adult dance, fitness and the performing arts for ages 2 - 70+. Small classes, economical fee, workshops and loft-style classrooms with sprung floors. Faith-based, non-recital school. Non-mandatory in-school dance concerts to teach performance skills.

Elite Martial Arts Warrior Camp

6940 Moores Lane, Brentwood 661-5595 warriorcamp.org • emabrentwood@bellsouth.net Kids learn skills of the ninja and samurai warrior. Includes martial arts, tumbling, archery, throwing stars, blow guns, jousting, padded weapons, stealth games, obstacle courses and more. Ages 5 - 12. Jun. 6 - 10, Jun. 20 - 24 and Jul. 18 - 22, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Firstlight Art Academy

1710 Gen. George Patton Drive, Ste. 108, Brentwood 202-6426 firstlightaa.org Make art! Programs for ages 3 - adult, beginners and experienced artists. Drop in Summer Art Buffet. Camps. Ages 3 - 9 can drop in for fun and experience “Art Park” 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Tue. - Sat. in the Cool Springs area.

Fleet Feet Sports

330 Franklin Road, Ste. 262B, Brentwood 373-1123 fleetfeetnashville.com At Fleet Feet Sports Nashville, we hope to become more than just a store where you shop. We want to become a place you visit often because you feel comfortable. We want to be a resource for all your running, walking and general fitness needs. We want to be a place that inspires. And we want to be your friend. Come shop for mom and the kids. Dads too!

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Lipscomb University BisonBot Robotic Summer Camps

1 University Park Drive, Nashville 966-1340 sciencecamps.lipscomb.edu • robotics@lipscomb.edu Faculty use classroom learning, individual instruction, construction projects and competition events to teach mechanical, technical and electrical principles of robotics. Junior BisonBots, Jun. 20 - 24, ages 8 - 11. Fundamentals BisonBot Robotics, Jun. 6 - 10, ages 10 - 14. Advanced BisonBot Robotics, Jun. 13 - 17, age 12 and older. Robotics Academy, Jun. 20 - 24, age 13 and older

1731-A Mallory Lane, Brentwood 221-9004 brentwoodtn@gymboreeclasses.com In our new sports program, children build strength, confidence and social skills needed to help them succeed in all areas of life. By introducing children to a variety of sports and skills related to each sport, they have an opportunity to decide which ones they are most interested in. Enjoy helping your child learn sports basics in class or ask us about our one hour drop-off sports program.

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Harpeth Youth Soccer Association

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7820 Coley Davis Road, Nashville 662-1466 hysa-tn.org • hysa.tn@comcast.net Harpeth Youth Soccer Association offers both recreational and select soccer for players ages 3 - 18. Players work on fundamental soccer skills and build on those each season. Camps run during spring break and summer for a variety of ages and skill levels. Email us or visit our web site for more information.

Hendersonville Christian Academy Camp Crusader

355 Old Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville 824-1550 campcrusaders.com Camp Crusader is an exciting summer camp program available to all preschool and school-age children to age 10. Kids will enjoy days packed full of activities and thrilling field trip destinations. Jun. 1 - Jul. 27.

Hermitage Dance Academy

120 Trott Road, Bell Buckle 931-703-8611 midlandfarms.net • cr_mauney@yahoo.com Children ages 7 - 18 interested in learning about having horses is welcome. Campers learn the basic care of horses, how to safely handle and ride their mount and some general information about horses and their anatomy. Jun. 13 - 17, Jun. 27 - Jul. 1 and Jul 11 - 15. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily. mobilemusicacademy.com • info@mobilemusicacademy.com 301-8589 We bring high-quality music instruction from fun, energetic, qualified teachers directly to you. We provide lessons throughout the day and evening for piano, guitar, bass, drums, voice, band and orchestral. Special rates available for lessons before 3 p.m. We teach all ages.

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Horton Haven Christian Camp

3711 Reed Harris Road, Lewisburg 931-364-7656 hortonhaven.org • info@hortonhaven.org Conveniently located one hour south of Nashville. Registration available on our web site. Day Camp: Come out and explore! Each day is filled with laughter and adventure. Activities range from inflatable water slides, bible lessons, crafts, guided horseback rides, swimming and much more. Choose one or both of the two remaining weeks: Jul. 4 - 8 and Jul. 18 - 22. Space is limited. Residential Camp: One-week sessions for ages 8 - 11, 12 - 14 and 15 - 18. Campers experience horseback riding, archery, air rifles, canoeing, crafts, swimming and other exciting activities. Teens can try our 45 ft. high, 600 ft. zip line. Bible lessons are taught daily.

Langford Farms Club Summer Camp

5219 Rustic Way, Old Hickory 754-8650 langfordfarmsclub.com • langfordfarmsclub@tds.net We offer a great day camp experience for grades K - 8. Fun weekly themes engage and entertain with swimming, sports, tennis, rock climbing, arts, music and drama. A mature, energetic staff use six acres of sports fields, an indoor gym and air conditioned clubhouse. Teen Club features leadership building community service and fun field trips. Mon. - Fri., 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Early registration recommended.

Learning Lab - Play Smart

6021 Cloverland Drive, Brentwood 833-3680 montessoriacad.org • kwalther@montessoriacad.org Our day camp, Summer Zone, offers 23 acres of fun and educational activities for rising grades 1 - 6. We offer a variety of programs including hiking, swimming gardening, drama, music, art, chess, ballroom dancing, sports, cooking, sewing and team building. Weekly field trips. Register on our web site. 1647 Mallory Lane, Ste. 102, Brentwood 377-3444 mpactgymnastics.com A fun-filled day camp focused on fitness! Children will have a blast learning gymnastics and taekwondo, playing games, doing arts and crafts and enjoying open play in our state-of-the-art facility. Each week offers new activities and adventures that correspond with that week’s theme. Ages 4 - 12.

My Gym

330 Franklin Road, Brentwood 371-5437 204 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville 824-8002 my-gym.com/brentwood • my-gym.com/hendersonville We build strong, healthy bodies through tumbling, relays, music and gymnastics. High-energy, structured classes improve balance, agility and build self-confidence. Our immaculate facilities and low studentteacher ratios help children 3 mos. - 13 yrs. develop excellent fitness habits in a non-competitive way.

Nashville Children’s Theatre

25 Middleton St., Nashville 252-4658 nashvillechildrenstheatre.org • sbianchi@nashvillechildrenstheatre.org Summer Drama camps offer week-long camps for students age 4 - grade 12. Most camps are taught by professional NCT actors. New this summer is NCT’s Emerging Actors Production, where rising grades 6 12 will audition, rehearse and perform a full musical production. Other camps for older students include Musical Dance Theater, Advanced Scene Study and On Camera.

Nashville Striders Running Club

nashvillestriders.com 870-3330 Our mission is to promote running, walking and general fitness as lifelong endeavors for families and children of all ages. To help you achieve your fitness goals, whether they are primarily social or competitive, the Nashville Striders sponsor a broad range of events including weekly fun runs and fitness walks, road races, trail races and track events.

5500 Maryland Way, Ste. 110, Brentwood 377-2929 mylearnlab.com • info@mylearnlab.com Academic enrichment with art, music, technology, cultural exchange and fun. One-on-one and groups, K - 12, Mon. - Fri., mornings and/or afternoons. continued on page 64 ... Listings in RED are away/residential camps, BLUE are local/day camps and GREEN are classes/after-school programs. Find these listings online at parentworld.com.

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275 Jackson Meadows Drive, Hermitage 231-7100 hdadance.com • mrs.a@hdadance.com HDA offers the highest quality instructors along with a beautiful, spacious studio featuring video monitor viewing of all classes, computers utilized in all dance rooms and a playroom for siblings. We also offer ballroom, drama, voice and karate lessons along with our dance programs. New classes are forming now so don’t miss out on this opportunity to get in on the fastest growing studio in Nashville. 1384 Holly Tree Gap Road, Brentwood 377-6636 122 Seaboard Lane, Franklin 371-8091 hollytreechildcare.com Come and explore during our Summer Quest 2011: Adventures in Faith! With exciting faith-focused themes, we’ll have a blast and learn lots, too! Kids will also enjoy weekly water play days, visits from special guests, weekly chapel and much, much more. A summer program like no other that’s jam-packed and fun-filled for ages 2 - 5 yrs.

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Cool Springs (A-Game) and Columbia Academy Spring Hill Campus 319-8854 monkeynastixusa.com • info@monkeynastixusa.com An international movement education and fitness program. Ages 3 - 6. Hands-on, structured fun with certified instructors and specialized Monkeynastix equipment. Games, music, adventurous obstacle courses, storytelling, arts and crafts. Non-competitive and not sport-specific. Customized activities for each age group. Healthy snacks provided.

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5110 Franklin Road, Nashville 833-1500 oslanashville.org • emily.stanley@oslanashville.org Rising preschoolers - rising grade 8. Weekly camps in academics, arts, sports, science and technology. Weekly camps run Jun. 6 - Jul. 29, 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon. Before-care option starting at 7:30 a.m. Aftercare options until 4:00 or 6:00 p.m. available. Camps grouped as: rising preschoolers - K; rising grade 1 - grade 4; and rising grade 5 - grade 8. 4819 Hwy 96 E, Arrington 419-1089 peachtreefarms.com • polly@peachtreefarms.com Our 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. Aftercare available. Weekly camps in June and July. CHA approved facility and U.S. Pony Club Center offer a chance to excel in competition. 7104 Crossroad Blvd., Brentwood 373-8340 1279 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet 758-5126 pumpitupparty.com Pump It Up offers a summer camp experience for ages 4 - 10. It’s a new adventure every day with different themes so the kids are sure to have a blast! Camp consists of organized activities, crafts and snacks and children are divided by age group. Space is limited.

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Riverview Camp for Girls

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757 County Road 614, Mentone, AL 800-882-0722 riverviewcamp.com • info@riverviewcamp.com Voted #1 sleep-away camp seven years in a row. Only two hours from Nashville. One- and two-week sessions. Ages 6 - 16. Members of Christian Camping International and accredited by AEE and ACA. Traditional camp activities. Facilities include a pool, tennis courts, climbing tower, bathrooms/showers in all cabins and more. Campers select six daily activities. 5:1 camper-to-counselor ratio.

Robinson Taekwondo

230 Franklin Road, Ste. 809, Franklin 791-6655 ita280.itaonline.com • wrobin@comcast.net Tiger Rock Taekwondo is a great way for children to gain confidence, coordination and mental strength. Our parents report that their children often increase their grades by one to two levels. We specialize in training leaders of the future. Register now for classes that will have lasting positive effects on your child’s self-esteem and success.

School of Dance, Nashville and Mt. Juliet

2001 Blair Blvd., Nashville 298-5271 2228 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet 754-9186 danceandmusicnashville.com Over 40 years of dance history. Now offering top-quality music instruction. With a focus on quality instruction and customer service you are sure to find something special for your child. Classes in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, lyrical, gymnastics and more. Ages 18 mos. - adult, boys and girls. Private and group music instruction on all popular instruments. Voted #1 dance studio by Nashville Parent for ten consecutive years.

Smartt Steps

123 Stadium Drive, Hendersonville 824-7400 smarttstepsdance.com Best of Parenting award winner. Tap, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, pointe, modern ballroom and music theater classes for ages 3 and up. All boys hip-hop and adult classes as well. Summer camps run Jun. 27 - 30. Call for more information.

Space Camp and Aviation Challenge

One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 800-637-7223 spacecamp.com • kamid@spacecamp.com Space Camp and Aviation Challenge are camp programs of the U.S. Space and Rocket Center located in Huntsville, AL. By focusing on space, aviation and teamwork, you will learn how to become the next generation of astronauts, fighter pilots and leaders. Get ready for a week of non-stop fun and adventure!

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at your location 589-1968 supersciencetn.com • mrrich@supersiencetn.com Our camps are a blast! Enjoy science and fun all day long with activities that are kid safe. Campers work with bubbling potions, launch rockets, make cotton candy, erupt baking soda volcanos, create gooey silly putty and more. Ages 4 - 12. One-week camps in various locations including Bellevue and Murfreesboro. So if you have a science explorer in the house this is the camp for you. at your location 656-3532 taskwhiztutoring.com Serving Davidson, Rutherford and Sumner counties. Affordable and convenient in-home tutoring for all subjects, grades K - 12. Catch up or get ahead in math, reading, chemistry, Spanish and more. Prepare for the SAT or ACT. Get homework help or improve study skills and test taking techniques. One-on-one personalized instruction. Sun. - Thu., 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.. 250 Hancock Street Gallatin 451-2055 Offering gymnastics for ages 4 and up, Tiny Tots for 18 mos. - 4 yrs., boys athletic classes ages 4 and up, cheerleading competition squad, dance (Center Stage Dance: tap, ballet, jazz and more) and kid’s camps (summer camp and school holidays) and birthday parties.

Universal Gymnastics, Dance & Cheer

5003 Market Place, Mt. Juliet 758-4791 universalgymdancecheer.com We offer co-ed recreational gymnastics, tumbling, cheerleading, and dance as well as women’s competitive gymnastics and co-ed dance teams. We accept gymnastics and tumbling students on a month-tomonth basis, year round. The dance season runs from Aug. - May with an end-of-year recital. Summer sessions also available for dance. Programs accommodate all levels, beginner to advanced.

Wado Karate Centers

2444 Morris Gentry Blvd., Antioch 399-3992 406 Two Mile Pike, Goodlettsville 859-9473 667 Presidents Place, Smyrna 399-3992 wadokaratecenters.com • taylorhayden@msn.com Two-week “Quick Start Program” for $19.95. For ages 3 - adult. Designed to instill self-control, selfconfidence and boost self-esteem. Our classes are the product of more than 40 years of refinement and offer life skills along with karate skills. Call or email for more information or to register.

Watkins College of Art and Design

2298 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville 383-4848 watkins.edu/community Dedicated to providing the finest art instruction, our program sets the stage for students of all ages to learn the process of creating art in a variety of fascinating mediums. Adult courses are also offered.

YEAH Rock & Roll Camps

Murfreesboro locations 849-8140 yeahintheboro.org • artsempoweryouth@gmail.com Tennessee Teens Rock Camp, Southern Girls Rock & Roll Camp and Rock Block. YEAH (Youth Empowerment through Arts and Humanities) is the parent organization of Tennessee Teens Rock Camp and the Southern Girls Rock & Roll Camp. Both are non-profit music education day camps for children ages 10 - 17 (SGRRC is girls only). Instrument instruction, song writing and recording workshops, form their own bands and perform at the culminating Saturday Night Showcase.

YMCA Camp Widjiwagan

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3088 Smith Springs Road, Antioch 360-2297 campwidji.org • dlogsdon@ymcamidtn.org Voted #1 overnight camp by Nashville Parent magazine readers. Offering one- and two-week sessions for campers rising grade 3 - grade 9. Serving young men and young women. At Widjiwagan campers will strengthen confidence, forge friendships and sharpen character through programs and activities that build independence and social skills. Activities include: water skiing, Wet Willy water slide, The Blob, sailing, soccer, basketball, alpine tower, zip line, archery, horseback riding and much more. 3088 Smith Springs Road, Antioch 360-2297 campwidji.org • dlogsdon@ymcamidtn.org Voted #1 Day Camp by Nashville Parent readers 13 years in a row! Serving boys and girls rising grade 1 - grade 8. Camp Widjiwagan is just minutes from downtown Nashville. Bus transportation is available. Activities include water skiing, banana boating, swimming, canoeing, sailing, kayaking, Tom Sawyer swing, The Blob, 150 ft. Wet Willy water slides, equestrian school, street hockey, alpine tower, zip line, fishing, tennis, basketball, soccer, crafts, lacrosse, archery and much more.

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music city’s july 4th: let freedom sing!

elebrate America’s independence with your family during the Music City July 4th extravaganza on Monday, July 4 at Riverfront Park in downtown Nashville. The free day of fun begins at 12 p.m. when the Family Fun Zone opens, featuring a rock-climbing wall, interactive displays, food vendors, games, inflatables and more. Music on the First Stage begins at 12:30 p.m. with The Jompson Brothers, Ayla Brown, The Willis Clan, The Cleverlys and The Dirty Guv’Nahs. Main Stage entertainment begins at 7 p.m. with the Grammy Award-winning Nashville Symphony, Street Corner Symphony and Darius Rucker. Fireworks with the Nashville Symphony begin at approximately 9:30 p.m. Get there early to get a good spot! For more information, call 259-4730 or visit musiccityjuly4th.com. Find more Fourth of July fireworks festivities on page 83.

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Cheekwood Nights All ages can enjoy the gardens and

Fourth of July Dance Party All ages can shine their dancin’

Trains! exhibit in the evening along with live music by the Nashville-based quartet, The Apache Relay. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 5 - 10 p.m.; $5 members (member children are free), $15 non-member adults, $8 non-member children ages 6 - 17; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Dive-In Movie All ages can watch an outdoor screening of Yogi Bear. Nashville Shores, 4001 Bell Road, Nashville; 8:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($24.99 - $29.99); 889-7050 or nashvilleshores.com. Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist for a guided tour of

the Murfree Spring Wetland. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

shoes and cut a rug with live music by the Wooten Brothers. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $10 - $20; 5382075 or franklintheatre.com.

FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop Ages 5 - 12 can make coasters from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Find a store near you at homedepot.com. FREE Music in the Cedars All ages can bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of live music. Cedars of Lebanon State Park, 328 Cedar Forest Road, Lebanon; 6 p.m.; 443-2769.

Saturday AM: Red, White & YOU! Families can celebrate

Independence Day with a red, white

read on! The 2011 Summer Reading Program continues this month with the theme “World Culture/Travel.” Area libraries host numerous events ranging from storytimes and craft workshops to guest appearances by local children’s entertainers. Participation in the program is free. For a complete list of events at your local branch, visit one of the websites below:

Davidson County library.nashville.org

Rutherford County La Vergne • lavergne.org Linebaugh, MGL, Smyrna, Eagleville linebaugh.org

Sumner County Gallatin • gallatinlibrary.org Hendersonville hendersonvillepubliclibrary.org

Williamson County Bethesda, College Grove, Fairview, Franklin, Leiper’s Fork, Nolensville lib.williamsontn.org/library Brentwood • brentwood-tn.org/library Spring Hill • springhilllibrary.org

Wilson County Lebanon lebanonlibrary.net Mt. Juliet mtjulietlibrary.net

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and blue inspired craft. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Shakespeare Allowed All ages can participate in (or just listen to) a complete reading of The Winter’s Tale. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St., Nashville; 1 - 4 p.m.; nashvilleshakes.org.

FREE Super Saturday All ages can play on the kids’ activity table, participate in craft projects and enjoy cookies and lemonade. Parent-Teacher Stores: 2214 Bandywood Drive, Nashville (292-3533); 203 Williamson Square, Franklin (5993477); 131 John Rice Blvd., Murfreesboro (895-6131); and 780 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville (859-3007); parent-teacherstoreusa.com.

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Kids can participate in a pie-eating contest during Red, White & Zoo at Nashville Zoo on Sunday, July 3.

sun 3 Metros Soccer Root for the Nashville Metros when they chal-

lenge the Bradenton Academics. Ezell Park, 5135 Harding Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $5; 832-5678 or nashvillemetrossoccer.com.

Motley Crue Take in an evening of ’80s rock with Motley Crue

and guest Poison. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $29.50 - $95; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

Red, White & Zoo Start your family’s Fourth of July festivities

with games, inflatables, pie-eating contests and a hot dog buffet. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. (buffet is 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.); $14 adults, $9 ages 2 - 12 (lunch buffet is $7 in advance/$10 day of event); 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org.

Sundays Live! This costumed program’s topic is “Revolution-

ary War in the Southern Backcountry.” The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($18 adults, $12 ages 13 - 18, $8 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 889-2941 or thehermitage.com.

mon 4 Independence Day! Find Fourth of July

Fireworks Fun on page 83.

Rock the Pool All ages can listen to music, play games and relax by the pool. Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 10 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.; $4 adults, $3 youth; 895-5040.

Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Memphis Redbirds. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 game day; 6904487 or nashvillesounds.com.

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Animal Antics All ages can meet the ferrets. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Bluegrass Night at the Ryman Sam Bush performs with the Josh Williams Band. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $26.50; 800-745-3000 or ryman.com.

FREE La Leche League of Williamson County Expectant mothers can learn more about breastfeeding and the services provided by La Leche League. Grace Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1153 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin; 10 a.m.; 834-3287.

Creation Station All ages can create red and blue CD spinners. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Family Night Out All ages can enjoy a performance by Coal Train Railroad. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

wed 6 Open House Day All ages can tour the observatory and learn about available programs. Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 373-4897 or dyer.vanderbilt.edu. Snack Attack! All ages can make a star-spangled dessert. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Nature Nuts All ages can meet the center’s amphibians. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. Plantation Station Toddlers and their parents can celebrate

Independence Day by learning about the American flag while playing “Pin the Stars on the Flag,” participating in a flag relay and making a musical flag out of bells, along with other games. Belle Meade Plantation, 5025 Harding Pike, Nashville; 10 a.m.; $5 per toddler, free for parents; 356-0501 or bellemeadeplantation.com. (please turn the page)

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Enjoy live music by The Body and Soul Band, soft play areas, inflatables, a dunk tank, games, concessions, more than 30 vendors and fireworks. Festivities begin at 5 p.m.; fireworks start at 9 p.m.

white house All American Fourth of July Municipal Park on Highway 76 672-3937

Kick-off the day with a pancake breakfast from 7 - 9 a.m. followed by crafts, food, live music, auctions, a tractor show, children’s games, inflatables and more. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

sunday, july 3 hendersonville Freedom Festival at Drake’s Creek Park 130 Cherokee Road N. 824-2818

Celebrate America’s freedom starting at 4 p.m. with food, live music, craft booths and a children’s area featuring inflatables. Fireworks begin at dark.

monday, july 4 brentwood Eddy Arnold Amphitheater at Crockett Park 9025 Crockett Road 371-0060 • brentwood-tn.org

Enjoy an evening of live music featuring The Kadillacs at 7 p.m. followed by fireworks.

franklin

Franklin on the Fourth Historic Downtown Franklin on the Square 791-7554 • visitwilliamson.com

This family-friendly event starts at 11 a.m. and features an expanded children’s area with activities including pony rides, inflatables, bungee jumps, crafts, vendor booths, live bands and more. The popular children’s parade is at 4 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

gallatin

Independence Day Celebration Civic Center, 210 Albert Gallatin Blvd. 206-1176 • facesofhopetn.com

Faces of Hope hosts this year’s event with festivities starting at 3 p.m. with local performers, games, children’s activities (including firemen’s foam), craft exhibits, food and more. Donations will be collected for Faces of Hope. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

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Veteran’s Memorial Park 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive 793-3224 • cityoflavergne.org

Free children’s activities and food vendors begin at 5 p.m. Fireworks start at dark.

lebanon

James E. Ward Agricultural Center 945 E. Baddour Pkwy. • 589-8131

Activities begin at 2:30 p.m., including six stages of live music, food vendors, inflatables and children’s games, merchants and more. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

mt. juliet Providence Marketplace 401 S. Mt. Juliet Road 758-6522 • cityofmtjuliet.org Fireworks commence at 9 p.m.

murfreesboro Celebration Under the Stars McKnight Park, 120 DeJarnette Lane 890-5333 or murfreesborotn.gov

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy games, children’s

activities, music and more. Activities start at 5 p.m., fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.

nashville Adventure Science Center 800 Fort Negley Blvd. 862-5160 • adventuresci.com

You must have tickets to bring your blankets and picnic dinners and enjoy entertainment and DJ services, explore the science center and patriotic laser show, Spirit, in the planetarium (for an additional $4), and watch the downtown Nashville fireworks from the lawn. 6 - 11 p.m. Admission is $35 per person ages 3 and older. A $75 rooftop ticket includes dinner and drinks.

Music City July 4th Spectacular: Let Freedom Sing Please see page 79.

nolensville Nolensville Ball Park 2310 Rocky Fork Road 776-3633 • nolensvillefourth@comcast.net

Live music, family games, free inflatables, food court and community stage open at 5 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk.

pegram Pegram Park 480 Thompson Road 646-0731

A pancake breakfast is served from 6 - 9 a.m., and a parade starts marching at 10 a.m. All day, families can participate in games, contests, children’s activities and more. Live music takes over the evening prior to the fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

watertown Stars, Stripes and Squirt Guns Watertown Public Square 453-9655

A parade begins at 5 p.m. at Watertown Elementary, followed by activities including a squirt-gun battle. Fireworks at 9 p.m.

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FREE Fun Friday: DJ Dance Day All ages can bring a picnic lunch and participate in games like the limbo and air guitar contests while listening and dancing to popular music. MossWright Park, 745 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 851-2253 or goodlettsvilleparks.com.

FREE Red Caboose Concert All ages can enjoy a live

Nashville Ballet Inspired by the exhibition, Warhol Live: Music and Dance in Andy Warhol’s Work, the Nashville Ballet presents a performance honoring the pop artist’s imagery, celebrity style and love of the arts. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broad-

Gerhardt joins the Nashville Symphony for an evening of music featuring works by Mendelssohn and more. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, Nashville; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m.; $29 - $79; 687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org.

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the Murfree Spring Wetland. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

sat 9 FREE Big Band Dance All ages can learn ballroom dance steps while listening to live music by Music City Swing. Centennial Park Event Shelter, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 7 - 10 p.m.; 862-8400 or nashville.gov/parks. Butterfly Count All ages (ages 11 and younger must be

accompanied by an adult) can participate in the annual Fourth of July Butterfly Count with the North American Butterfly Association. Bring field guides, binoculars, pencil, paper and camera (there will not be netting or collecting). Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $3 in addition to gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Family Program — I Love: Tom T. Hall’s Songs of Fox Hollow Concert All ages can enjoy an afternoon of

live music featuring Eric Brace and Peter Cooper who recently re-recorded the songs from Tom T. Hall’s 1974 children’s record, Songs of Fox Hollow. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 2 p.m.; 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org.

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Mike Farris Enjoy an evening of traditional black gospel and southern blues with Mike Farris backed by the Roseland Rhythm Revue. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $15 $25; 538-2075 or franklintheatre.com. Murder Mystery Excursion Train All ages can ride the rails

to Watertown while a murder mystery play unfolds during the trip. During the layover, take in the Watertown Jazz Festival. Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville; 3:30 p.m. boarding, 4 p.m. departure; $20 - $70; 244-9001 or tcry.org.

FREE Music in the Cedars All ages can bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of live music. Cedars of Lebanon State Park, 328 Cedar Forest Road, Lebanon; 6 p.m.; 443-2769.

Ranch Rodeo Four major competitive events include wild cow milking, sorting, facsimile branding and trailer loading. The public can participate in sack races, horseback riding, mechanical bull rides, greased pig chases, stick pony races and more. Tap Root Farm, 4104 Clovercroft Road, Franklin; 5:30 p.m.; $5 ages 4 and older (entrance fee for competitors is $50 per person or $200 per team); 794-3358 or taprootfarm.com. Saturday AM: Painting Possibilities Families can get messy learning about unique painting techniques and various styles. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org. FREE Second Saturday Celebration at Fiddlers Grove All ages can explore how big families lived in small spaces at the turn of the century during a “Log Cabin Life” program followed by a bluegrass concert. Fiddlers Grove Historical Village, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon; 4 - 9 p.m.; 443-2626 or fiddlersgrove. org.

FREE Storybook Village Grand Opening Come see Middle Tennessee’s newest indoor play center with a storybook theme for ages 10 and younger. Aside from exploring the facility, vendors will be on site along with a magician, balloon artist, Belle and other entertainers. Enter a raffle for prize drawings. Storybook Village, 3015 Belshire Village Drive, Ste. 114, Spring Hill; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; 614-1424 or thestorybookvillage.com. Summer Festival: Tour-de-Force for Cello Please see

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FREE Summer Saturdays: All About Goats & One Greedy Goose! All ages can enjoy farm fun while feeding

and milking goats, visit the soap maker, observe a working bee hive, enjoy face painting and more. Tennessee Agricultural Museum at the Ellington Ag Center, 440 Hogan Road, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; some activities require a small fee; 837-5197 or tnagmuseum.org.

Uncle Dave Macon Days Please see Friday, July 8 listing.

sun 10 Uncle Dave Macon Days Please see Friday, July 8 listing.

mon 11 Metros Soccer Root for the Nashville Metros when they

challenge the Mississippi Brilla. Ezell Park, 5135 Harding Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $5; 832-5678 or nashvillemetrossoccer.com.

Snack Attack! All ages can make pizza popcorn. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. (please turn the page)

ROAD TRIP: new at the tennessee aquarium

hattanooga always makes for a great day trip or weekend getaway with your family. The city boasts fun attractions and activities, and the Tennessee Aquarium is a kid favorite. New at the aquarium is Ranger Rick’s Backyard, a special exhibit on the lower level of the River Journey building. Kids can meet Ranger Rick and have a pic snapped with him before heading downstairs to encounter an array of live animals throughout the day ranging from a scheltopusik (it looks like a snake, but it’s really a legless lizard) to snakes to hedgehogs and more! Aquarium staff wheel critters out throughout the day, from 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., so kids can enjoy up close — and sometimes hands-on — interaction and learning. Six times a day (10:45 and 11 a.m., 12:30, 12:45, 2 and 2:45 p.m.), special presentations take place showcasing some amazing feathered friends. Happy Jack, the funny talking Amazon parrot, is a favorite as is Archimedes, the Eurasion eagle-owl (pictured above) who flies across the room allowing guests to experience the amazing creature’s “silent flight.” In addition to the new exhibit, which will run for at least two years, the aquarium now offers two 45-minute Backstage Pass tours a day (11 a.m. and 1:15 p.m., for an additional $15) allowing a limited number of visitors (ages 6 and older) to join a keeper behind the scenes for a unique experience. Advance registration is recommended. You’ll also want to pop across the street to the aquarium’s IMAX theater to see Born to be Wild, a cool 3D movie that follows two women whose life’s work is rehabilitating orphaned baby elephants and orangutans to be able to live in the wild when they become adults. The Tennessee Aquarium is located at 1 Broad St. Call 800-262-0695 or visit tnaqua.org to learn more. Find more fun things to do in Chattanooga at chattanoogafun.com.

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Animal Antics All ages can meet the hedgehogs. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Snack Attack! Please see Monday, July 11 listing.

Metros Soccer Root for the Nashville Metros when they challenge the Atlanta Blackhawks. Ezell Park, 5135 Harding Place, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $5; 832-5678 or nashvillemetrossoccer.com.

Plantation Station Toddlers and their parents can learn about the Statue of Liberty. Make a Statue of Liberty crown to wear, play interactive matching games based on American history and more. Belle Meade Plantation, 5025 Harding Pike, Nashville; 10 a.m.; $5 per toddler, free for parents; 356-0501 or bellemeadeplantation.com.

Family Night Out Nashville Ballet presents The Singing

Tortoise for all ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Nature Nuts All ages can explore slippery and slimy creatures.

thu 14 Bluegrass Night at the Ryman Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Bobby Osborne & The Rocky Top Xpress and Sierra Hull perform during the Bill Monroe 100th Birthday Bash. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $26.50; 800745-3000 or ryman.com. Creation Station All ages can create red and blue CD spin-

ners. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

FREE Preschool Storytime Ages 3 - 5 can listen to a reading of Swimmy, followed by craft activities. Brenthaven Church, 516 Franklin Road, Brentwood; 10 a.m.; 373-4826.

Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Albuquerque Isotopes. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 game day; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.

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family fun, á la egypt Walk like an Egyptian all the way down to the Tennessee State Museum on Saturday, July 16 for Egyptian Family Activity Day. Sponsored by Nashville Parent, your family can learn about the mummification process through examination of a real mummy and explore the lives of Egyptians in the Egyptian Relics, Replicas & Revivals: Treasures From Tutankhamun exhibit. Watch Tutenstein cartoons and participate in hands-on activities like arts and crafts. The museum is located at 505 Deaderick St., Nashville. Event hours are 1 - 4 p.m., and admission is free. Call 741-2692 or visit tnmuseum.org.

fri 15 37th Annual Fish Fry All ages can enjoy an old-fashioned

fish fry featuring all-you-can-eat farm-raised catfish. Listen to live bluegrass music, participate in a silent auction, have fun in the children’s game area, purchase used books and bake sale items.

Bethlehem United Methodist Church, 2419 Bethlehem Loop, Franklin; 4:30 - 8 p.m.; $13 adults ($11 in advance until Sunday, July 10), $10 ages 9 and younger; 794-6721 or bethlehemumc. com.

Barn, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 7 - 11 p.m.; $15 in advance/$20 at the gate adults, $10 ages 7 - 15, $5 pickers with an approved instrument, free ages 6 and younger; 370-8053 or friendsofwarnerparks.com.

FREE Movie in the Park All ages can enjoy a screening

about a “pic-a-nic” basket-stealing bear who’s about to be tossed out of his home. Pinkerton Park, 405 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin; 8 p.m.; 550-6947 or franklintn.gov.

FREE Red Caboose Concert All ages can enjoy a live

performance by The Blues Brokers. Red Caboose Playground, Highway 70 South and Colice Jeanne Road, Bellevue; 7 - 9 p.m.; 862-8400 or nashville.gov/parks.

to live music outdoors. Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; 7 - 9:30 p.m.; 890-0355.

Full Moon Pickin’ Party All ages can enjoy live bluegrass music under the light of the full moon. Warner Parks Equestrian (please turn the page)

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25 minute ride with a full size Thomas the Tank Engine TM

Meeting Sir Topham Hatt Storytelling, Live Music, Build with Mega Bloks速 and Much More! Saturday & Sunday September 3rd & 4th September 10th & 11th

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Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist for a guided tour of

the Murfree Spring Wetland. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

sat 16 FREE Big Band Dance All ages can learn ballroom dance steps while listening to live music by Merchants of Cool. Centennial Park Event Shelter, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 7 - 10 p.m.; 862-8400 or nashville.gov/ parks. Bluebird on the Mountain

Enjoy an evening of live music under the stars performed by notable singer/songwriters. Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Nashville; 8 p.m.; $95 per carload of eight; dyer.vanderbilt.edu.

The Ebony Hillbillies This

black string band performs an evening of live music. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $15 - $25; 538-2075 or franklintheatre.com.

FREE Music in the Cedars All ages can bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of live music. Cedars of Lebanon State Park, 328 Cedar Forest Road, Lebanon; 6 p.m.; 443-2769.

Music City Open Watch kids ages 5 and older compete in

all forms of martial arts. Tennessee Statue University’s Kean Hall, 3500 John A. Merritt Blvd., Nashville; 9:45 a.m.; $15 ages 8 and older ring side, $8 general admission upper level; 355-8383 or musiccityopen.com.

Roller Derby

Cheer for the Nashville Rollergirls when they challenge the Minnesota All Stars. Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Ave. N., Nashville; 5:30 p.m.; $10 adults in advance ($15 at the door), $7 ages 7 - 12; nashvillerollergirls. com.

Saturday AM: Priceless Prints Families can explore the

world of printmaking with natural materials. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Albuquerque Isotopes. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 game day; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com. FREE Summer Saturdays: Old MacDonald’s Farm All

ages can visit pint-sized donkeys, a spotted mule and llamas, enjoy miniature donkey rides (for $3), look for woolly sheep, chickens, spinning wheels and more, then give the blacksmith a hand. Tennessee Agricultural Museum at the Ellington Ag Center, 440 Hogan Road, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; some activities require a small fee; 837-5197 or tnagmuseum.org.

sun 17 FREE Artful Tales Wishing Chair Productions Puppet Theater presents the African folktale, Anansi the Spider, and afterward kids can design a finger puppet. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 2 - 3 p.m.; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org.

FREE Historical Lecture Andrew and Rachel Jackson

re-enactors deliver a presentation about the Jackson family. The Buchanan Log House, 2910 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville; 2 - 3:30 p.m.; 871-4524 or buchananloghouse.com.

Sundays Live! This costumed program’s topic is “Sightseers & Secessionists: Civil War at The Hermitage.” The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($18 adults, $12 ages 13 - 18, $8 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 889-2941 or thehermitage.com.

Sunday Series of FUN Families can participate in

a painting project. Old Fort Park Pavilion 3, 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; admission is a bag of non-perishable food items; 893-2141.

mon 18 Britney Spears Pop star Britney Spears brings

her Femme Fatale tour to Nashville with special guest Nicki Minaj. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $29.50 - $350; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com.

Snack Attack! All ages can make watermelon star pops. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 8902300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

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Kids can pet sheep during Summer Saturday: Old MacDonald’s Farm at the Tennessee Agricultural Museum on Saturday, July 16.

tue 19 Animal Antics All ages can meet the scorpion and tarantula. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. FREE La Leche League of Williamson County Expect-

ant mothers can learn more about breastfeeding and the services provided by La Leche League. Grace Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1153 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin; 6:15 p.m.; 834-3287.

wed 20 FREE Rachel Sumner Award-winning children’s entertainer

Rachel Sumner performs interactive music for families. Whole Foods, 1566 W. McEwen Drive, Franklin; 9:30 a.m.; 778-1910 or rachelsumner.com.

Snack Attack! Please see Monday, July 18 listing.

thu 21 Bluegrass Night at the Ryman Dailey & Vincent perform

with guests Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $26.50; 800-7453000 or ryman.com.

Creation Station All ages can create stained glass art. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Family Night Out The Nashville Public Library Foundation and

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Take in a fast-

paced truck race. Nashville Superspeedway, 4847-F McCrary Road, Lebanon; 7 p.m.; $25 - $125 adults, $10 juniors; 547-7500 or nashvillesuperspeedway.com.

Wishing Chair Productions present Tall Tales Circus for all ages. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

FREE Red Caboose Concert All ages can enjoy a live performance by the Western Swingers. Red Caboose Playground, Highway 70 South and Colice Jeanne Road, Bellevue; 7 - 9 p.m.; 862-8400 or nashville.gov/parks.

Kathy Griffin This parents’ night out opportunity features

Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Iowa Cubs. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 game day; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.

comedienne Kathy Griffin, who dishes with Hollywood gossip and the blunders of the rich and famous. Note that this is not a performance suitable for children. TPAC’s Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; 8 p.m.; $39 - $69; 782-4040 or tpac.org.

Nature Nuts All ages can meet the center’s reptiles. Discovery

Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

FREE Splash Out! Children 12 and younger with a parent

can cool off with outdoor water play. Barfield Crescent Park, 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 1:30 - 3 p.m.; 893-2141 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

fri 22 FREE Fun Friday: Fireman’s Foam All ages can don their swimsuits and goggles and have fun being sprayed with foam from high above. Moss-Wright Park, 745 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 851-2253 or goodlettsvilleparks.com.

Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist for a guided tour of

the Murfree Spring Wetland. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

sat 23 FREE Big Band Dance All ages can learn ballroom dance steps while listening to live music by Radio Daze. Centennial Park Event Shelter, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 7 - 10 p.m.; 862-8400 or nashville.gov/parks. FREE Family Program The Nashville Public Library Puppet

Truck presents The Stonecutter, an Asian folktale featuring Bunraku puppetry. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; 10 a.m.; 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.org. (please turn the page)

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Federated Auto Parts 300 NASCAR Nationwide Series Race All ages can watch their favorite drivers race around the track. Nashville Superspeedway, 4847-F McCrary Road, Lebanon; 6:30 p.m.; $30 - $125 adults, $10 juniors; 547-7500 or nashvillesuperspeedway.com.

FREE Flashback Night All ages can enjoy music from the ’70s and ’80s by The Nashtones. Sumner Crest Winery, 5306 Old Hwy. 52, Portland; 6 - 9 p.m.; 325-4086 or sumnercrestwinery. com. Ice Day All ages can cool off with ice cream samples, participate in an ice-cream eating contest, enjoy a winter wonderland snow tent and a jungle waterslide inflatable, see animals enjoy popsicle treats and more. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $14 adults, $9 ages 2 - 12; 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org. In the Artist’s Studio All ages can learn Chinese calligraphy. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. Jeffrey Steele Singer/songwriter Jeffrey Steele performs his hits. Proceeds benefit the Franklin Theatre children’s programming. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $35 $125; 538-2075 or franklintheatre.com. FREE Murfreesboro Bird Club Hike Ages 6 and older can embark on a walk in search of spring migrant birds and resident birds. Overall Street Trailhead in Old Fort Park, 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 9 a.m.; 217-3017 or njordan@murfreesborotn.gov. FREE Music in the Cedars All ages can bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of live music. Cedars of Lebanon State Park, 328 Cedar Forest Road, Lebanon; 6 p.m.; 443-2769.

Saturday AM: Away They Go! Families can visit the Trains! exhibit then learn how to draw things that go and create a mixed media drawing. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with gate admission ($12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger); 356-8000 or cheekwood.org. Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Iowa Cubs. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 game day; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com. FREE Summer Saturdays: Hold Your Horses! All ages can enjoy an array of equestrian activities including wagon rides, stable visits, watching the Metro Mounted Police Tennessee Walking Horses, face painting, stick horse races, farm exhibits and more. Tennessee Agricultural Museum at the Ellington Ag Center, 440 Hogan Road, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; some activities require a small fee; 837-5197 or tnagmuseum.org. Wanna Play Music Day Experience hundreds of music prod-

ucts, music apps and software, live performances, instrument demos, professional workshops and autograph sessions with famous musicians. Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St.; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $15 in advance, $20 at the door; namm.org.

sun 24 Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Iowa Cubs. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 game day; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.

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gps treasure hunting at adventure science center

eocaching, the worldwide treasure hunting game where GPS devices are used, is all the rage these days. Kids can learn about this exciting activity in the new GPS Adventures exhibit at Adventure Science Center (ASC). On display through Monday, Sept, 5, the exhibit teaches kids about GPS devices and how to use them on an indoor pretend treasure hunt. At ASC, four hidden caches are waiting to be found in an elaborate maze through a park, city, historic site and the woods. Solving riddles and deciphering mysterious codes are part of the fun to unlocking four different doors where you stamp your adventure card and learn more about outdoor fun. ASC is located at 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville. Hours are Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12:30 - 5:30 p.m. Admission is $12 adults, $9 ages 2 - 12. Call 862-5160 or visit adventuresci.com.

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Caboose Playground, Highway 70 South and Colice Jeanne Road, Bellevue; 7 - 9 p.m.; 862-8400 or nashville.gov/parks.

Snack Attack! All ages can make “Tasty Tidbits Snack Mix.”

Wetland Walk All ages can join a naturalist for a guided tour of

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Iowa Cubs. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 7:05 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 game day; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com.

tue 26 Animal Antics All ages can meet the birds. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

wed 27 Snack Attack! Please see Monday, July 25 listing.

thu 28 Bluegrass Night at the Ryman Doc Watson performs. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $26.50; 800-745-3000 or ryman.com. FREE Community Helpers Day Preschoolers can listen to

story readings about community helpers and then meet a few while exploring several community vehicles. Brenthaven Church, 516 Franklin Road, Brentwood; 10 a.m.; 373-4826.

Creation Station All ages can create stained glass art. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Family Night Out The Zinghoppers perform music for all ages.

the Murfree Spring Wetland. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

FREE A Wink in Time Oaklands Historic House Museum (OHHM) and Murfreesboro City Schools partner for this family event that features children’s games, inflatables, an art gallery, auction tent, old-time games and activities. OHHM, 900 N. Maney Ave., Murfreesboro; 6 - 8 p.m.; 893-0022 or oaklandsmuseum.org.

sat 30 American Idol Live! See your favorite American Idol finalists from this past season perform their favorite hits. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville; 7 p.m.; $45 - $65; 770-2000 or bridgestonearena.com. FREE Belle Meade Book Club Readers in grades 2 and up can participate in the following book readings and discussions: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (grades 2 - 4); Mr. Revere and I Being and Account of a Certain Episode in the Career of Paul Revere, Esq., as Revealed by his Horse (grades 5 - 8); and The Duel: The Parallel Lives of Alexander Hamilton & Aaron Burr (grades 9 - 12). Belle Meade Plantation, 5025 Harding Pike, Nashville; 3 p.m.; 356-0501 or bellemeadeplantation.com. FREE Big Band Dance All ages can learn ballroom dance

steps while listening to live music by the Debbie Bailes Band. Centennial Park Event Shelter, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 7 - 10 p.m.; 862-8400 or nashville.gov/parks.

In the Artist’s Studio All ages can learn Chinese calligraphy. Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 2 - 4 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org. FREE Music in the Cedars All ages can bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of live music. Cedars of Lebanon State Park, 328 Cedar Forest Road, Lebanon; 6 p.m.; 443-2769.

the dailies Ray Price Country legend Ray Price performs his hit songs. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin; 8 p.m.; $49 - $75; 5382075 or franklintheatre.com. Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Round Rock Express. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 game day; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com. FREE Summer Saturdays: Flying High: Wild Wings & Creeping Things All ages can peek into the world of flying

creatures including butterflies, birds and bees. Visit the butterfly hotel, view birds of prey and more. Tennessee Agricultural Museum at the Ellington Ag Center, 440 Hogan Road, Nashville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; some activities require a small fee; 837-5197 or tnagmuseum.org.

sun 31 Sounds Baseball Cheer for the Nashville Sounds when they challenge the Round Rock Express. Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St., Nashville; 6:35 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 game day; 690-4487 or nashvillesounds.com. Sundays Live! This costumed program’s topic is “Hero of New Orleans.” The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.; free with gate admission ($18 adults, $12 ages 13 - 18, $8 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger); 889-2941 or thehermitage.com. Sunset Concert Series All ages can relax on the lawn and

enjoy a performance by UZoo, a U2 tribute band. Historic Carnton Plantation, 1345 Carnton Lane, Franklin; 6 - 8 p.m. (gates open at 4:30 p.m.); $12 ages 13 and older ($10 in advance at Williamson County BancorpSouth locations), $5 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger; 794-0903 or battleoffranklintrust.org.

The Temptations Enjoy an evening of Motown music featuring The Temptations with guests The Four Tops. Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; 7:30 p.m.; $39.50 - $59.50; 800-7453000 or ryman.com.

Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 6:30 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org.

Nature Nuts All ages can learn about iguanas. Discovery

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Through Saturday, July 30, enjoy five nights of free family films under

Center at Murfree Spring, 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; 3:30 p.m.; $6; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Frist Fridays Concert Series Local DJ Ron Slomowicz

presents a Studio 54 Remix evening featuring disco music from the ’70s and ’80s, reminiscent of the infamous Studio 54 club in New York. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville; 6 - 9 p.m.; $10 adults, free ages 18 and younger; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org.

Plantation Station Toddlers and their parents can discover

America’s national bird, the eagle. Make a handprint eagle painting and pretend to be an eagle during eagle relays and other interactive games. Belle Meade Plantation, 5025 Harding Pike, Nashville; 10 a.m.; $5 per toddler, free for parents; 356-0501 or bellemeadeplantation.com.

FREE Red Caboose Concert All ages can enjoy a live

the stars. Movie locations are:

• Mondays: Cason Lane Trailhead, 1100 Cason Trail

• Tuesdays: Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front St.

• Thursdays: Siegel Neighborhood Park, 515 Cherry Lane

• Fridays: Mitchell Neilson Primary, 1303 Jones Blvd.

• Saturdays: Hobgood Elementary, 307 S. Baird Lane

Movies begin at 8:30 p.m. For more information including movie

listings, call 890-5333 or visit murfreesborotn.gov/parks.

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View a variety of Hank Williams artifacts in the Family Tradition: The Williams Family Legacy exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum through Saturday, Dec. 31.

classes & activities Classes listed here are free or nonprofit only.

davidson county Bellevue Community Center Ongoing art classes and recreation take place at 656 Colice Jeanne Road, Nashville; 862-8435. FREE Fairytales Storytime Stories and crafts Mon - Fri at 3:30 p.m. and Sat at 10:30 a.m. Fairytales, 1603 Riverside Drive, Nashville; 915-1960 or fairytalesbookstore.com. FREE Family Bike Ride Enjoy an hour-long bike ride

through East Nashville every Saturday at 9 a.m. Depart from Eastside Cycles, 1012 Woodland St., Nashville; 469-1079 or eastside-cycles.com.

Metro Parks Cultural Arts Classes Visit nashville.gov/

parks/classes for a complete listing of visual arts, music, theater and dance opportunities.

Nashville Ghost Tours All ages can embark on a walking tour of downtown Nashville’s haunted history. Tour begins at the

corner of Sixth Avenue North and Union Avenue across from the Hermitage Hotel; daily 7:45 p.m.; $15 adults, $8 ages 7 - 11, free ages 6 and younger; 884-3999 or nashvilleghosttours.com.

FREE Pottery Barn Kids Preschoolers can participate

in Book Club every Tuesday at 11 a.m. at 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville; 385-2567 or potterybarnkids.com.

FREE Radnor Lake Natural Area Nature programs at

1160 Otter Creek Road, Nashville. See complete schedule at radnorlake.org or call 373-3467.

rutherford county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 895-8580 or bn.com.

FREE Books-A-Million Preschool storytime for ages

2 - 7 is every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at 1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro; 995-7112.

Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro; 893-7439. Ongoing programs are: • Wee Play: Ages 12 months - 2 years can enjoy stories, crafts and more every Monday; 10 - 10:45 a.m.; $3

Sports*Com 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 895-5040. Ongoing programs are: • Toddler Time with Thomas: Ages 5 and younger can participate in motor-skill development activities every Friday; 10 - 11 a.m.; $3 • Water Polo: Ages 13 and older can play every Tuesday; 7 8:45 p.m.; $3 adults, $2 youth • Youth Volleyball: Ages 8 - 15 of all levels can play every Thursday; 4:30 - 6 p.m.; $3

sumner county FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime Stories and related

activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 300 Indian Lakes Blvd., Hendersonville; 264-0183 or bn.com.

FREE Hendersonville Cruise In Every Friday through Oct. 28, all ages can view a variety of classic cars and have fun with live music, children’s activities and more. Glenbrook Shopping Center, Vietnam Veterans Parkway and New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville; 6 - 9 p.m. (weather permitting); hendersonvillecruisein.com.

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ongoing davidson county Adventure Science Center Hands-on science activities.

Also home to the Sudekum Planetarium. 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.; $12 adults, $9 ages 3 - 12, free for ages 2 and younger; Planetarium tickets are $4 members, $6 non-members on top of museum admission (laser shows are $2 more); Saturdays in July, catch a Cosmic Concert Laser Show: The Beatles at 8:30 p.m., That (mostly) ‘70s Laser Show at 9:30 p.m. and Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon at 10:30 p.m. (tickets are $9.50 per show); 862-5160 or adventuresci.com.

Belle Meade Plantation Early 1800s house and stud farm at 5025 Harding Road, Nashville; Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. (final tour at 4 p.m.); $16 adults, $10 ages 13 - 18, $8 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger; 356-0501 or bellemeadeplantation.com. Belmont Mansion Tour the summer home of Joseph and Adelicia Acklen, built in 1853, at 1900 Belmont Blvd., Nashville; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun 1 - 4 p.m.; $8 adults, $3 ages 6 - 12; 460-5459 or belmontmansion.com. BounceU Bounce on inflatables at 2990 Sidco Drive; 2551422; bounceu.com. Visit website for open bounce times. Centennial Sportsplex Fitness, ice skating, swimming and

more at 222 25th Ave. N., Nashville; times and prices vary; 8628480 or nashville.org/sportsplex.

Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; Tue - Sat 9:30 am. - 4:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; $12 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 356-8000 or cheekwood.org. • British & American Screen Prints is on display July 9 Oct. 2 • Drawn to Nature is on display July 16 - Oct. 2 • Temporary Contemporary — David Marques: Vessels is on display July 9 - Oct. 2 • Trains! Tennessee in G is on display through Saturday, Dec. 31 • William Edmondson: The Hand and the Spirit is on display through Sunday, Aug. 7

“Ballet Slippers” is one of several works of pop culture art by Andy Warhol on display at the Frist Center for the Visual Arts through Sunday, Sept. 11. FREE Special Sports Saturdays Children ages 2 and

older with autism and other special needs, along with their typical siblings and peers, can play indoor soccer and hockey on the second and fourth Saturdays every month. Faces of Hope, 185 W. Franklin St., Gallatin; 9 - 11 a.m.; 206-1176 or facesofhopetn.com.

FREE Borders Books Children’s storytime activities take place every Friday at 10 a.m. at 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood (221-8805), and 545 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin (771-2870). FREE Taekwondo for Preschoolers Ages 3 - 5 can learn

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self-defense, self-discipline and safety during an introductory lesson the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday every month at 11 a.m. Robinson Taekwondo at The Factory, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg. 8, Ste. 809, Franklin; 791-6655.

FREE Art Smarts: Blending Children’s Literature with Art School-age children can learn about art and design through

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children’s books on the first Saturday each month. Spring Hill Library, 144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill; 1 - 2 p.m.; 931-486-2932 or springhilllibrary.org.

FREE Barnes & Noble Storytime Stories and related activities for all ages every Mon and Sat at 11 a.m. at 1701 Mallory Lane, Brentwood; 377-9979 or bn.com.

FREE Books-A-Million Preschool storytime is every Tue and Sat at 10:30 a.m. at 1040 Crossings Blvd., Spring Hill; 931486-0113.

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cheatham county Adventureworks The Eco-Zip Line Adventure allows

participants to glide through the forest on nine zip lines. Guides point out native trees, plants and wildlife during the hour-and-ahalf tour at 1300 Narrows Road, Kingston Springs; $54 adults, $42 ages 17 and younger (family discounts available); to make reservations, call 297-2250 or visit adventureworks.com.

FREE Cooter’s Place Memorabilia representing Dukes of Hazzard at 2613 McGavock Pike, Nashville; Mon - Thu 9 a.m. 5 p.m., Fri - Sat 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sun 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; 872-8358 or cootersplace.com. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum A variety of exhibits featuring stage costumes, instruments, art, photographs and multimedia displays at 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville; daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $19.99 adults, $11.99 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 416-2001 or countrymusichalloffame.com. • Family Tradition: The Williams Family Legacy is on display through Saturday, Dec. 31 FREE Fort Negley Visitors Center Self-guided exhibits

and interactive stations detail Nashville’s Civil War history. 1100 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville; Tue - Sat 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; 8628470 or nashville.gov/parks.

Frist Center for the Visual Arts Local to international art, plus hands-on fun in ArtQuest at 919 Broadway, Nashville; Mon Wed and Sat 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Thu - Fri 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; $10 adults, free ages 18 and younger; 244-3340 or fristcenter.org. Ongoing: • FREE Art Making in the Lobby: Vinyl Pop! every Thu and Fri through Aug. 26, from 6 - 8 p.m. • FREE Music in the Grand Lobby every Thu and Fri from 6 - 8 p.m. • Connecting Cultures: Children’s Stories From Across the World is on display through Sunday, March 27, 2012 • Gather Up the Fragments: The Andrews Shaker Collection is on display through Sunday, Aug. 21

ongoing • Warhol Live: Music and Dance in Andy Warhol’s Work is on display through Sunday, Sept. 11

The Hermitage Home of President Andrew Jackson. 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville; daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $18 adults, $12 ages 13 - 18, $8 ages 6 - 12; 889-2941 or thehermitage.com. Lane Motor Museum More than 150 unique cars and

motorcycles at 702 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville; Thu - Mon 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $7 adults, $2 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 742-7445 or lanemotormuseum.org.

Monkey Joe’s This inflatable play center is located at 1580

Gallatin Pike N., Madison; Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $9 Mon - Thu, $10 Fri Sun (ages 2 and younger are $5.50); 915-0561 or monkeyjoes. com.

Monkey’s Treehouse An indoor play center located at

8074 Hwy. 100, Nashville; open play times are Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $7 ages 1 - 11; 646-5002 or themonkeystreehouse.com.

FREE Musicians Corner Live music and kids’ activities every Saturday through July 2, at Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave., Nashville; 3 - 6 p.m.; musicianscornernashville.com. Nashville Shores Cool off with water slides, pools, beaches, a wave pool, lazy river and the new Kowabunga Beach attraction at 4001 Bell Road, Hermitage; Sun - Thu 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Fri 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; $29.99 those 48 inches or taller, $24.99 those 47 inches or shorter; 889-7050 or nashvilleshores.com. Nashville Zoo Animals from around the world at 3777

Nolensville Road, Nashville; daily 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $14 adults, $9 ages 3 - 12, free ages 2 and younger; 833-1534 or nashvillezoo. org.

FREE Tennessee Agricultural Museum Farm artifacts

at the Ellington Agricultural Center, 440 Hogan Road, Nashville; Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 837-5197 or tnagmuseum.org.

Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame and Museum College football and basketball exhibits, sports videos, interactive games, NASCAR video games and more at 501 Broadway, Nashville; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $3 adults, $2 children; 242-4750 or tshf.net. FREE Tennessee State Museum Explore the history of

Tennessee at 505 Deaderick St., Nashville; Tue - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; 741-2692 or tnmuseum.org. • Egyptian Relics, Replicas & Revivals: Treasures from Tutankhamun is on display through Sunday, Sept. 4

Travellers Rest Judge John Overton’s 1799 plantation

at 636 Farrell Pkwy., Nashville; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun 1 - 4 p.m.; $10 adults, $3 ages 6 - 12; 832-8197 or travellersrestplantation.org.

Wave Country Beat the heat with the wave pool, water

flumes, playground, volleyball and speed slides at 2320 Two Rivers Pkwy., Nashville; Mon - Thu 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fri - Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $12 adults, $10 ages 3 - 12, free ages 2 and younger; 885-1052 or nashville.gov/parks.

rutherford county BounceU Bounce on inflatables at 1222 Park Ave., Murfreesboro; 893-8386 or bounceu.com. Call for open bounce and preschool play date times. FREE Cannonsburgh Village A re-creation of Rutherford County’s historic village at 312 S. Front St., Murfreesboro; Tue Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; self-guided tours are free, guided tours are $2.50 adults, $1.50 ages 6 - 12; 890-0355.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring Hands-on activities

Carnton Plantation This home was a field hospital during the Civil War at 1345 Carnton Lane, Franklin; Mon - Sat 9 a.m. 5 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m.; $15 adults, $8 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger; 794-0903 or carnton.org.

FREE The Heritage Center Rotating exhibits of Rutherford County history at 225 W. College St., Murfreesboro; Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 217-8013.

Carter House A Battle of Franklin museum at 1140 Columbia

for all ages at 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; $6 ages 2 and older; 890-2300 or discoverycenteronline.org.

Jumper’s Playhouse Inflatable fun at 6600 New Nashville

Hwy., Smyrna; 220-7575 or jumpersplayhouse.com. Call for open bounce and toddler storytime information.

Lucky Ladd Farms Barnyard Adventures and Family Fun

takes place every Saturday through July, featuring more than 25 activities including a petting farm, playgrounds, hay rides, games and more. Located at 4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $8 ages 2 and older; 274-3786 or luckyladdfarms.com.

Oaklands Museum Historic plantation home from the 1800s at 900 N. Maney Ave., Murfreesboro; Tue - Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun 1 - 4 p.m.; $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger; 893-0022 or oaklandsmuseum.org. Sam Davis Home Historic home dedicated to the Tennessee Civil War hero at 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna; Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun 1 - 4 p.m.; $8.50 adults, $3 ages 6 - 12; 4592341 or samdavishome.org. FREE Stones River National Battlefield The

battleground museum is open daily 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 3501 Old Nashville Hwy., Murfreesboro; 893-9501.

sumner county Cragfont This historic, late Georgian period home is located

at 200 Cragfont Road, Castalian Springs; Tue - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m. (by appointment); $5 adults, $3 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger; 452-7070.

Drakes Creek Activity Center Laser Adventure, mini golf,

batting cages, game room and more at 130 Cherokee Road N., Hendersonville; Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sat - Sun 10 a.m. 11 p.m.; 822-0232 or funandenergy.com.

Laser Adventure Laser tag, aeroball and a rock-climbing wall at 511 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville; Mon - Thu by reservation only, Fri 3:30 - 10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun 12 - 9 p.m.; prices vary; 859-7753 or laseradventure.net.

Mansker’s Station A reconstructed 1779 log station and the

Bowen Plantation House at 705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville; Tue - Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $8 adults, $6 ages 6 - 12; 859-3678 or manskersstation.org.

Ave., Franklin; Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun 12 - 5 p.m.; $15 adults, $8 ages 6 - 12, free ages 5 and younger; 791-1861 or carterhouse1864.com.

Glow Galaxy Weekly open play times feature inflatables,

mini-golf, air hockey, an interactive game floor, football toss, soccer kick and basketball in a glow-in-the-dark setting at 121 Seaboard Lane, Ste. 8, Franklin; $8 per child (adults are free); for times, call 370-4386, opt. 2.

Jump!Zone Open play is Tue, Wed and Fri 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Thu 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 4 - 7 p.m.; $7 per session. 1725 Columbia Ave., Franklin; 866-2021 or jumpzoneparty.com. FREE Lawnchair Theater Families can enjoy Classic Movie Nights every Friday through Aug. 26. Bring blankets and lawn chairs to 4144 Old Hillsboro Road, Leiper’s Fork; movies begin at dusk; 870-8870 or jailhouseindustrys.com.

Monkey Joe’s This inflatable play center is located at 1648 Westgate Circle, Brentwood; Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Fri Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $9 Mon - Thu, $10 Fri - Sun (ages 2 and younger are $6); 377-5900 of monkeyjoes. com. Monkey’s Treehouse An indoor play center located at 91

Seaboard Lane, Brentwood; open play times are Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $7 ages 1 - 11; 646-5002 or themonkeystreehouse.com.

My Gym Brentwood For pay-to-play, open gym and

Saturday morning class times and fees at 330 Franklin Road, call 371-5437 or visit my-gym.com/brentwood.

Peek-a-boo Playtown Open play hours are Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m. at 3252 Aspen Grove Road, Franklin; $7 per child; 771-8099 or peekabooplaytown.com. Pump It Up Play Time Pop-in playtime Tue, Wed and Fri

from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. for preschoolers, Tue 6 - 7:30 p.m. and Thu 1 - 3 p.m. for ages 2 - 12. Pump It Up, 7104 Crossroads Blvd., Ste. 128, Brentwood; $7 per child; 373-7867.

Rippavilla Plantation 5700 Main St., Spring Hill; Thu - Fri

3 - 10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m.; $7 adults, $5 ages 6 - 12; 931-486-9037 or rippavilla.org.

W. Main St., Hendersonville; Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 822-0789.

Shipwrecked Playhouse An indoor play area for ages 1 - 9, featuring a 30-foot wooden pirate ship at 99 Seaboard Lane, Cool Springs. Open play hours are Mon - Fri 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Sat 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Admission is $7. Call 866-9358 or visit shipwreckedplayhouse.com.

My Gym Pay-to-play, open gym and Saturday morning classes take place at 206 N. Anderson Lane, Hendersonville; call 824-8002 or visit my-gym.com/hendersonville for a complete schedule and fees.

Sodium Located at 1725 Columbia Ave., Ste. 100, Franklin, the facility includes a children’s indoor play area, and a variety of classes and workshops are available for kids and families. Call 260-5916 or visit sodiuminc.com.

Peek-a-boo Playtown Open play hours are Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m. at 300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville; $7 per child; 822-7099 or peekabooplaytown.com.

Storybook Village Opening Saturday, July 9, this indoor play

FREE Monthaven A Greek Revival plantation house at 1154

Rock Castle Early 1800s historic house at 139 Rock Castle

Lane, Hendersonville; daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $5 adults, $3 ages 6 - 12; 824-0502 or historicrockcastle.com.

williamson county Bowie Park and Nature Center Nature programs and

events at 7211 Bowie Lake Road, Fairview; Tue - Sat 9 a.m. 4:30 p.m., Sun 12 - 4 p.m.; 799-5544.

center features storybook themes. Located at 3015 Belshire Village Drive, Ste. 114, Spring Hill, open play hours are Mon Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 12 - 5 p.m.; $7 ages 1 - 12, free ages 11 months and younger along with parents and kids 13 and older; 614-1424 or thestorybookvillage.com.

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on stage take in some theater with your family this month!

Mandy Barnett (who first landed the role at age 18!) stars in Always ... Patsy Cline continuing through Sunday, July 24 at Ryman Auditorium. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (July 15 - 30; Ages 8 and older) Encore Theatre Company, 6978 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $10 ages 11 and younger; 598-8950 or encore-theatre-company.org. Always ... Patsy Cline (continues through Sunday, July 24; Ages 8 and older) Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville; Fri - Sun 7:30 p.m.; $29.50 - $36.50; 800-745-3000 or ryman.com. Annie (July 28 - Sept. 3; Ages 5 and older) Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Tue - Sat 6 p.m. doors open for dinner, 8 p.m. show begins; $50 adults, $35 ages 13 - 18, $25 ages 12 and younger; 646-9977 or dinnertheatre. com. The Comedy of Errors (continues through Sunday, July 10; Ages 10 and older) Tennessee Shakespeare Festival at The Webb School, Highway 82, Bell Buckle; Fri - Sun 8 p.m.; $15 premium seating, $5 festival seating (ages 11 and younger are free in the festival seating area with a paid adult); 397-1597 or tennesseeshakespearefestival.com.

Crazy for You (continues through Saturday, July 2; Ages 10 and older) Towne Centre Theatre, 136 Frierson St., Brentwood; Thu - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m.; $20 adults, $16 students; 2211174 or townecentretheatre.com.

Everybody Loves Opal (continues through Saturday, July 23; Ages 10 and older) Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Hwy. 100, Nashville; Tue - Sat 6 p.m. doors open for dinner, 8 p.m. show begins; $50 adults, $35 ages 13 - 18, $25 ages 12 and younger; 646-9977 or dinnertheatre.com.

Pirates of Penzance (July 15 - 31; Ages 10 and older)

Fame Forever (July 21 - 24; Ages 10 and older) Circle Players

the Arts, 110 W. College St., Murfreesboro; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $12 adults, $8 ages 12 and younger; 904-2787 or boroarts.org.

at MTSU’s Tucker Theater, 1301 E. Main St., Murfreesboro; Thu - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; 332-7529 or circleplayers.net.

Free to Be You and Me (July 15 - 20; Ages 8 and older)

Street Theatre Company, 1933 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville; Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 p.m.; $6; streettheatrecompany.org.

Hairspray (July 8 - 23; Ages 10 and older) Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury; Fri - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun (July 17 and 24 only) 2 p.m.; $12 adults, $10 students; 563-2787 or artscenterofcc.com. Once Upon a Mattress (July 29 - 30; Ages 8 and older) NCT

Emerging Actors at Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton St., Nashville; Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2 and 7 p.m.; $10; 252-4675 or nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.

Murfreesboro Little Theatre, 702 Ewing Ave., Murfreesboro; Fri - Sat 7 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 students; 893-9825 or mltarts.com.

Romeo & Juliet (July 15 - 24; Ages 8 and older) Center for

A Streetcar Named Desire (continues through Saturday, July 23; Ages 12 and older) Boiler Room Theatre, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin; Tue 8 p.m., Thu 8 p.m. (July 7 only), Fri - Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. (July 17 only); $27 adults, $21 ages 11 and younger (Sunday shows are $2 off, Tuesdays are two-forone night and all tickets on Thursdays are $15); 794-7744 or boilerroomtheatre.com. Tales of Myth and Magic (Saturdays, July 23, 30 and Aug.

6, 13; All ages) Olde Worlde Theatre at The Belcourt Theater, 2102 Belcourt Ave., Nashville; 10 a.m.; $7; oldeworldetheatre. com. Win Tickets! We’re giving away a pair of tickets to each performance. To enter, log on to parentworld.com and click on “Contests.”

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“ How are the children? ” Kimberly Williams-Paisley

How often do you hear that question? In a recent study, more than 27% of youth in Tennessee reported feeling so sad and hopeless for two or more weeks that they stopped doing some of their regular activities. The next NPT Reports: Children’s Health Crisis examines the social, emotional, behavior and mental well-being of Tennessee’s youth. Please join us.

Mental Health Wednesday, June 29

9:00 PM

In partnership with Alignment Nashville Major Support provided by

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Nashville Public Television wnpt.org/childrenshealth

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ne of the things I resented getting as a present when I was a child was a paint by numbers set. Not that I hated painting, but I detested the fact that someone else’s “rules” dictated what color of paint goes with each number, especially since I thought different colors were more interesting. So, yeah, I ignored the numbers and used the colors I liked best. Of course, there was always a pesky certain person who had to point out that I was doing it “wrong.” It’s the same reason I hated coloring sheets in kindergarten when Mrs. Genenetti strolled behind our desks reminding us to “stay inside the lines!” I much preferred just a blank piece of paper and the bucket of crayons to enjoy free-form creativity. Where conformity exists and is expected, artistry cannot thrive. Think of all of the different eras and styles in the history of the art world and how utterly boring and dull it would have been had pioneering artists not pushed their envelopes to do things differently. The creative minds of young children are quite fascinating to explore when you engage a youngster about their work, even if — to you — it looks like a nonsensical blob of colors. I learned a long time ago the worst thing you can ask when a little one proudly shows you his artwork is, “What is THAT?!” During a recent visit to a friend’s house, her almost 5-year-old took me to the kitchen to show off his “exhibit” of work on display all over the fridge — most of it superhero and Disney character pages with some pretty wild colors. When I said to him, “Wow! What an interesting choice of colors you used!” he agreed and then launched into a pint-sized “dissertation” explaining each one and why he picked them. Just goes to show that what’s brewing around in a little head is more than meets the eye sometimes, and it’s perfectly OK to color outside the lines!

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Beaman Park Nature Center 5911 Old Hickroy Blvd., Ashland City; 862-8580 or nashville.gov/parks

• FREE Jr. Naturalist: Birds Thursday, July 21. Ages 6 - 12. Earn credit toward becoming a Jr. Naturalist while learning the birds of the Nashville area. 8 - 10 a.m.

Bells Bend Outdoor Center 4187 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville; 862-4187 or nashville.gov/parks/nature/bbnc/index.asp

• FREE Jr. Naturalist: Birds Thursday, July 14. Ages 6 - 12. Earn credit toward becoming a Jr. Naturalist while learning the birds of the Nashville area. 8 - 10 a.m. • FREE Kids Introduction to Archaeology Saturday, July 23. Ages 6 and older. Learn about the past with archaeologists, see artifacts, participate in discussions and learn to excavate in a set-up dig. 9:30 - 11 a.m.

Blue Heron Nature Cruises at River Bluff Park 175 Old Cumberland, Ashland City; 385-7007 or blueheroncruises.com

• Kids Adventure Cruise Wed - Fri. All ages. Enjoy a float down the river seeing spring in bloom, wild birds and more along with waving bubble wands, splashing in water, playing games and more. 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $10 • July Fourth Cruises Monday, July 4. All ages. Celebrate Independence Day with a nature cruise down the Cumberland (snack and drink included). 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. $10 adults, $8 ages 2 - 12 • Nature Cruise Wed - Sun. All ages. See spring in bloom, wild birds building nests and miles of homes, horses and barns along the Cumberland River. 1 - 3 p.m. $10 adults, $8 ages 2 -12

Brentwood Library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood; 371-0090

• FREE Movie Matinee Saturday, July 9. Ages 12 and older. Watch a screening of The Sting, starring Robert Redford and Paul Newman. 1 p.m.; ext. 838, to register

Cheekwood 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville; 353-9827 or cheekwood.org

• Lunch and Lecture: Behind the Scenes — Trains! Tennessee in “G” Thursday, July 21. All ages. Enjoy lunch while learning about the Trains! exhibit’s inception and installation, then embark on a behind-the-scenes tour. 12 p.m. $15 members, $25 non-members • Parent’s Night Out Friday, July 1. Ages 5 and older. Participate in both indoor and outdoor activities, create art projects in the studio and dine on a boxed dinner. 6 - 9 p.m. $30 members, $40 non-members

Fairview Recreation Complex 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview; 799-9331 or wcparksandrec.com

• American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Saturday, July 23. Ages 11 - 15. Learn to become good babysitters. 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (bring a sack lunch). $50. Call 585-9055 to register • Customized Picture Frames Thursday, July 7. Ages 12 and older. Transform old picture frames into creative, unique pieces. 3 - 4 p.m. $10 • DJ on the Deck Friday, July 22. All ages (12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult). Wear your favorite pool attire and dance the night away while the DJ spins summertime hits. 6 - 10 p.m. $5 • Fourth of July Craft Friday, July 1. Ages 4 - 9. Make a holiday craft. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. $5

Franklin Recreation Complex 1120 Hillsboro Road; 790-5719, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com

• Kid’s Painting Workshop: Animal, Self-Portraits and Still Life July 18 - 22. Ages 8 and older. Explore graffiti, line and watercolor art of famous artists and create works of art that are self-expressive. 1 - 3 p.m. $95 • Kid’s Painting Workshop: Graffiti, Ink, Watercolor and Pastels July 25 - 29. Ages 8 and older. Discover various works of art by famous artists and create works that are selfexpressive. 1 - 3 p.m. $95 • Piano Lessons Fridays, July 1 - 29. Ages 5 and older. Learn to play the piano with private lessons. Choose a 30-minute slot between 12:30 - 8 p.m. $100 • Science for Curious Kids: Crime Scene Chemistry July 25 - 28. Ages 9 - 12. Learn about chemistry concepts while collecting and analyzing data and solving a mystery. 2 - 3 p.m. $35 • Science for Curious Kids: Secret Formulas July 18 - 21. Ages 7 - 10. Explore chemistry with hands-on activities and develop your own formula for toothpaste, cola and ice cream. 2 - 3 p.m. $40 • Sticky Fingers Preschool Club Fridays, July 8 - 29. Ages 3 - 6. Enjoy a variety of crafting experiences to enhance fine motor and development skills. 9 - 10:30 a.m. $24 • Voice Lessons Fridays, July 1 - 29. Ages 5 and older. Private studio lessons stress notation reading skills, artistic interpretations, proper breathing and phrasing. Choose a 30-minute session between 12:30 - 8 p.m. $100

Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway, Nashville; 744-3357 or fristcenter.org

• FREE Kids Club: Pop! Stars Saturday, July 9. Ages 5 - 10. Channel your inner Andy Warhol to make are that celebrates your favorite superstar. 10:30 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.

Indoor Sports Complex 920 Heritage Way, Brentwood 790-5719, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com

• Piano Lessons Wednesdays, July 6 - 27. Ages 5 and older. Learn to play the piano through private lessons. Choose a

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30-minute slot between 12:30 an 8 p.m. $80 • Voice Lessons Wednesdays, July 6 - 27. Ages 5 and older. Private instruction covers notation reading, proper breathing and phasing, and artistic interpretation. Choose a 30-minute slot between 12:30 an 8 p.m. $80

Life Assembly 555 Pleasant Grove Road, Mt. Juliet; 758-7779 or buddybreak@lifeassembly.com

• FREE Buddy Break Friday, July 15. Ages 2 - 16 with special needs. Parents of special needs kids can drop off their children for fun and recreation while they enjoy respite time. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Longview Recreation Center 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill 302-0971, ext. 10, or wcparksandrec.com

• American Red Cross Babysitter Training Saturday, July 16. Ages 11 - 15. Learn the skills and confidence to become a great babysitter. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (bring a sack lunch). $50. To register, call 585-9055 • Deb’z Doodlez Thursdays, July 7 - 28. All ages. Transform a drawing into a work of art. 6 - 7:30 p.m. $45 • FREE Don’t Be Rude, Dude: Bullying Tuesday, July 26. Ages 8 - 12. Learn about what bullying is and how not to be a target. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Don’t Be Rude, Dude: Sportsmanship Tuesday, July 19. Ages 8 - 12. Learn the aspects of being a “good sport,” including fairness, respect and a sense of fellowship. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Gotta Play Friday, July 1, Wednesdays, July 6 or 20, or Mondays, July 11 and 25. Ages 4 - 6. Participate in a variety of games and circuit training courses that strengthen gross motor and listening skills. 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. or 9:15 - 10 a.m. • Longview Martial Arts Mondays, July 11 - 25. Ages 8 and older. This program combines judo and karate in an exercise program that builds confidence and self-esteem. 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. $30 • Longview Self-Defense Mondays, July 11 - 25. Ages 8 and older. Learn the basics of self-defense through martial arts skills and their practical applications. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. $30 • FREE Me and My Muscles Friday, July 1, Wednesdays, July 6 and 20 and Mondays, July 11 and 25. Ages 7 - 9. Use different kinds of equipment to learn about muscle conditioning. 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. • FREE Nutrition Detectives Thursdays, July 7 - 28. Ages 8 - 12. Learn about healthy eating habits and the food pyramid. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Parenting Class Wednesdays, July 13 - 27. Adults. Learn newborn care including diet and health practices, infant feeding and nutrition. 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. • Parris Island: The F Series Mon, Wed and Fri, July 1 - 29 (skip July 4). Ages 8 and older. Whip yourself into shape in this 45-minute intense military based calisthenics class. 5:30 - 6:15 a.m. $5 per month or $5 per class • Polynesian Dancing Wednesdays, July 6 - 27. All ages. Learn to dance like the island natives of Hawaii, Samoa, New Zealand and Tahiti. 5:15 - 6 p.m. $25 ($20 each

Call ahead to reserve your child’s spot! (These events require advance registration.) additional family member) plus a $5 supply fee • Splash Painting with Watercolor Ink Tuesday, July 5. Ages 12 and older. Enjoy this new form of art and create your own masterpiece. 2 - 3 p.m. $30

Mansker’s Station 705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville; 859-3678 • Saturday Morning Woodworking Saturday, July 16. Ages 6 - 12. Make and take home a small scale fort. 9 a.m. $5

Nashville Zoo 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville 833-1534 or nashvillezoo.org

• Yoga Kids Wednesday, July 20. Registration deadline is Tuesday, July 19 at 12 p.m. Ages 8 and older. Kids can learn a special animal pose and then meet that animal up close. 2 - 3:30 p.m. $10 members, $25 nonmembers

Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood; 370-4672 or owlshill.org

• Mommy and Me: Explore a Summer Pond Friday, July 8. Ages 3 - 5 with a parent. Search the pond for tadpoles, frogs, dragonflies and whirligig beetles. 10 - 11:30 a.m. $10 per child/adult pair in advance, $15 at the gate • Mommy and Me: Go on a Wildlife Water Safari Friday, July 22. Ages 3 - 5 with a parent. Learn how animals in the wild get water to drink. 10 - 11:30 a.m. $10 per child/adult pair in advance, $15 at the gate • Summer Night at the Hill Thursday, July 14. Ages 5 and older. Bring a picnic then participate in a nature program and take a twilight walk listening to the sounds of a southern summer night. 6 - 8:30 p.m. $10 in advance, $15 at the gate

Paige’s Pantry 123 S. Church St. Murfreesboro; 424-9622 or shoppaigespantry.com

• Parent/Child Cupcake Class July 10, 12 and 26. All ages. Practice basic piping techniques and decorate your own cupcakes. July 10 from 2 - 3:30 p.m., July 12 and 26 from 10 - 11:30 a.m. $30 per parent/child couple ($5 each additional child) • Teens Take the Cake Sunday, July 17. Ages 13 - 18. This buttercream decorating class including decorating tips, coloring icing and more. 2 4 p.m. $25

Patterson Park Community Center 521 Mercury Blvd. Murfreesboro; 893-7439 or murfreesborotn.gov/ parks

Kids and parents can learn cupcake decorating techniques at Paige’s Pantry on July 10, 12 and 26.

• A, B, C, 1, 2, 3 ... Let’s Go Every Tue and Thu. Ages 2 - 5. Sing songs, play games, hear stories and do crafts. 10 10:45 a.m. $3 • Busy Bees Every Tue and Thu. Ages 3 - 5. This class focuses on following directions, participating in a group environment, improving coordination and practicing good sportsmanship. 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. $3 • Teddy Bear Picnic Day Saturday, July 9. Girls ages 3 - 6. Bring your teddy bear and a sack lunch for a morning of fun. 10 - 11 a.m. $3

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St., Nashville; 862-8539 or nashville.gov/parks

• FREE Back Porch Ice Cream Social Saturday, July 2. All ages. Make ice cream the old fashioned way using fresh, local ingredients. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Big Gardens in Small Spaces Friday, July 1. All ages. Learn how to grow plants from herbs to potatoes in many types of containers. 6 - 7 p.m. • FREE Bluegrass on the River Bend Saturday, July 9. All ages. Local bluegrass musicians perform live music, and guests can bring their own instruments to play along. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. • FREE Butterfly Gardening Saturday, July 16. All ages. Learn butterfly facts and how to attract them to your garden. 10 - 11 a.m. • FREE Celebrate Chelicerates Friday, July 22. All ages. Learn about ticks, spiders and scorpions. 5 - 6 p.m. • FREE Fairytales and Nature Children’s Picnic Saturday, July 23. All ages. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a puppet show, face painting, crafts and a hike. 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Full Moon Hike Friday, July 15. All ages. Stroll through the bottoms under the moon-lit sky. 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. • FREE Garden Maintenance 101 Saturday, July 9. All ages. Learn about organic gardening techniques. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Global Weirding Friday, July 29. All ages. Learn how climate change effects gardening with topics including animal migration patterns, insect life cycles, rainfall, temperature and more. 6 - 7:30 p.m. • FREE Green Kids Thursday, July 7. Ages 6 - 12. Learn about reducing your carbon footprint while decorating your own re-usable lunch bag. 1 - 2 p.m. • FREE Hummingbird Happy Hour Saturday, July 23. All ages. Sip lemonade while watching hummingbirds. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE I Love Local Food Saturday, July 16. All ages. Learn ways to support the local food movement and enjoy a short cooking demo. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE Light Up the Night Saturday, July 16. All ages. Learn what makes fireflies so interesting and how to turn your backyard into a bioluminescent paradise. Bring a flashlight to play firefly games and an empty jar for capture-and-release fun. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. • FREE Pond Life Friday, July 8. Ages 8 and older. Learn about pond life and the animals that live there. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Walk 100 Miles with the Mayor Saturday, July 9. All ages. Join Mayor Dean for a nine-mile walk through Shelby Park. 8 a.m. • FREE Waste Not! Saturday, July 30. All ages. Learn how to reduce your carbon footprint by composting at home. 2 - 3 p.m. • FREE The Weather and YOU! Saturday, July 30. All ages. Meteorologists from the National Weather Service will teach about Middle Tennessee’s weather and also discuss weather safety and preparedness. • FREE Wildlife in the Garden Saturday, July 23. All ages. Learn about the members of the animal kingdom living in and around the garden. 10 - 11 a.m.

Sports*Com 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro; 895-5040 or nwilliams@murfreesborotn.gov

• Tumbleweeds Mon and Wed. Ages 3 - 5. Learn the basic techniques of tumbling while improving balance, coordination and overall fitness. 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. $3

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Call ahead to reserve your child’s spot! (These events require advance registration.)

Kids 6 and older can introduce themselves to the sport of fishing at Warner Parks Nature Center on Saturday, July 16. Tennessee State University’s Keen Hall 3500 John A. Merritt Blvd., Nashville; 355-8383 or austinbks.com

• Music City Open Saturday, July 16. Ages 5 and older in all forms of martial arts. Compete in weapons, forms and sparring (including team sparring) divisions. 8:30 a.m. Registration July 1 - 15 is $45 for one division only, with $5 for each additional division

Warner Parks Nature Center 7311 Hwy. 100, Nashville; 352-6299 or nashville.gov/parks/wpnc

• FREE Butterfly Fun Saturday, July 9. All ages. Play games and make a butterfly craft to take home. 1 - 2 p.m. • FREE Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights: Explore Nature Saturday, July 23. All ages. Enjoy outdoor activities that will sharpen your senses. 10 - 11 a.m. • FREE Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights: Go Fishing! Saturday, July 16. Ages 6 and older. Kids can introduce themselves to the sport of fishing. 1 - 3 p.m. • FREE Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights: Grow a Garden Saturday, July 30. All ages. Tour the organic garden and learn tips for growing the organic way. 10 - 11 a.m. • FREE Focus on Birds: Junior Naturalist Workshop Wednesday, July 13. Ages 6 - 12. Games, activities and art projects about birds will help you earn Jr. Naturalist patch requirements. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Garden Cooking Wednesday, July 27. Ages 6 - 12. Pick vegetables from the garden and help prepare a fresh feast. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Insects of the Night XVIII Friday, July 22. All ages. Dress up as your favorite nocturnal insect and participate

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in an evening of games, hikes, puppet shows and insect investigation. 7 - 9 p.m. • FREE Model Aviation Wednesday, July 20. Ages 6 - 12. Meet model airplane pilots and watch the planes do acrobatics. 10 - 11:30 a.m. • FREE Navigating with Map & Compass Tuesday, July 12. Ages 8 and older. Learn the basic skills of land navigation and how to use a compass. 10 - 11 a.m. • FREE The Night Life Friday, July 8. All ages. Learn about nocturnal animals. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. • FREE River Revival Saturday, July 23. All ages. Help clean up and restore the banks and waterways of the Little Harpeth River. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. • FREE Searching for Spiders Friday, July 29. All ages. Bring a flashlight and search for spiders. 8 - 9 p.m. • FREE The Secret Life of Social Insects Wednesday, July 6. Ages 6 - 12. Investigate the lives of bees, ants and termites. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • FREE Your Right to Hike Saturday, July 2. All ages. Hike the historic trails. 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

The Wellness Center at Baptist Hospital 2021 Church St., Nashville; 284-2348 or baptisthospital.com • Strong Mommy Tuesdays and Thursdays. Expectant moms. This pre-natal fitness/wellness program includes water aerobics, personalized fitness coaching sessions, preand post-natal massages, fitness workshops, a three-month center membership and more. 5:30 p.m. $125

The Wilderness Station 697 Barfield Crescent Road, Murfreesboro; 217-3017 or murfreesborotn.gov/parks • FREE Creatures of the Night: Summer Night Hike Tuesday, July 19. All ages. Embark on an evening hike looking for critters that are active at night. 7:30 p.m. • Wild Things Every Wednesday (no program July 13). Ages 1 - 4 with a parent. Toddlers and preschoolers can enjoy programs to spark a love for the wilderness. 9:30 a.m. $3

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VACATION RENTALS

RESALE/CONSIGNMENT

Aug 3-6, 2011

Grassland Heights Baptist 2316 Hillsboro Rd ~ Franklin

Consign & Co. Children’s Consignment Sale

We offer purchases, re-finances, Jumbo, FHA, VA loans and other products. Imperfect credit is OK. Free pre-approvals, fast turn times, and excellent customer service. Realtors welcome.

Positive/Supportive Lessons in your home or instructors studio * Tom performs with numerous national pop & country artists * BA in music, 21 years teaching metro/private schools

615-269-4150 Low Student/Teacher Ratio

Accepting Spring/Summer Items: Sept10-12 Public Sale Dates: Sep. 14-16 10am-7pm Sep 17, 8am-2pm 1/2 Price Day @ Mid TN Expo 1209 Park Ave M’boro preciousangelsconsignment.com Angela 615-243-7089 * www.PACCS.net

MORTGAGE NEED?

Vacation Rental 2 Bdm 2 Ba w/bunks • Sleeps 6-8 Brand New Gulf-front condo in Panama City Beach

Professionally Decorated • Inexpensive rate!

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Show off your kids! Share them on our Facebook page Upload them to Parentworld.com (Photo Gallery)

Max

Emery

Kamron

Emma

Names of those in photo (Please print) ________________________________________ Signature

(parent or guardian)

________________________________________ Phone ________________________________________ Malik

Kentez and LaKenya

EMAIL ________________________________________ *Photo publication cannot be guaranteed due to the large volume of photos received. All submitted photos are considered for “A Snap to Remember” (see page 104).

One photo per entry, please. Sorry, photos cannot be returned. Submitted photos via form, e-mail, on the “Photo Gallery” online at parentworld.com or on Facebook serve as a “photo release,” allowing Day Communications, Inc. one-time rights for use of photos within the publication. Send to Snap Shots, 2270 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville, TN 37228 or e-mail a high resolution version of them to kiera@daycommail. com, subject: Snap Shots.

Isreya

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Jazzlee

announcing the

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2011 Cover Kids

On Sunday, May 22, 2011, readers from all over the area participated in our annual Cover Kids event that was held at Nashville Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre. The children we chose will appear on the coming issues of Nashville, Rutherford, Sumner and Williamson Parent magazines â&#x20AC;&#x201D; congratulations, kids!

6 - 12 months

Name: Dash Formby Parent: Rhonda Formby

13 - 23 months

Name: Kate Simmons Parent: Jody Simmons

Name: Gracey Fuqua (FACEBOOK WINNER) Parent: Chelsea Fuqua

Name: Kate Valentine Parent: Janet Valentine

24 - 35 months

36 - 47 months

Name: Drew Corbitt Parent: Andrea Corbitt

Name: Asia Braden Parent: Kim Braden

Name: Lily Schroeder Parent: Mary Schroeder

Name: Carson Flanagan Parent: Mara Flanagan

7 - 10 years

4 - 6 years

Name: Jessica Meghreblian Parent: Shari Meghreblian

Name: Bria Prince Parent: Yolanda Prince

Name: Kyle Wright Parent: Barbara French

Name: Kerington Johnson Parent: Audrey Johnson

Name: Sir James and Prince William Ford Parent: James Ford

Want to have your child on one of our covers? Look for entry forms starting in our December issue for our 2012 Cover Kids event. july 2011 111

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Jose loves to make people laugh and be silly!

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Our Mascot Needs A Name!

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Help us name our mascot and you could win a family 4-pack of tickets to Holiday World & Splashinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Safari! To enter, stop by our office or visit our website: adamspediatricdentistry.com

George Adams Jr. D.M.D. A Father-Son Team Caring for Kids Since 1977. Certified, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

George Adams Sr. D.D.S., M.S.D.

Belle Meade Office Park St. Thomas Hospital Area 4515 Harding Road, Suite 114 Nashville, TN 37205 (615) 297-7597

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10 Great Reasons to Book a Party at The Wine & Easel Whether it’s your team building event, a birthday party, church group, family reunion or the annual holiday party – whatever you want to celebrate! – we can accommodate you.

You get to choose from ANY of 150 paintings or, for a onetime $50.00 fee, you can pick your own custom portrait that your party can paint.

The entire studio is dedicated to your private party. This includes artistinstructor, 16 in. by 20 in. canvas and paint.

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You can bring in any type of beverages or food that you want for your event.

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No set up and no clean up. Just come ready to have FUN! It’s the same price as a regular class! The studio is yours 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after your event to give you time to really celebrate. Your party or event can be as small as 20 people – and we go up from there! Its a blast! Fundraisers get $10 donated to their cause for every painter (50 painters at $10 each gets you $500!).

Your event will be a huge success and you will be a hero!

Pick a date now! Then go to our website to make your reservation. We’ll get started on the preparations to make your party or event one that you and your guests will always remember!

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Why choose Primrose ? ®

Just ask a mom. “

As an educator, I know what my children need in order to be ready when they leave Primrose. My son, who attended Pre-K at Primrose, was more than ready for Kindergarten.

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— Augustus James’ Mom, Primrose Parent

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SPRING HILL

5073 Main St., Ste 240

302-4200

HERMITAGE

4761 Andrew Jackson Pkwy.

885-3525

Voted Best Pediatric and Orthodontic Dentist by Williamson Parent Readers 8 Years in a Row!

COOL SPRINGS

125 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste 140

771-1111

MURFREESBORO

1747 Medical Center Pkwy., Ste 300

225-0700