Live on the Green is a free outdoor concert series held every Thursday evening betweenSeptember 3rd and October 8th. This event will promote environment-conscoiusness and enhance the relationships between the music industry, Metro government and the community with the support from Lightning 100’s Team Green activity group. Team Green will incorporate sustainable practices into Live On the Green, including recycling, reusing materials, reducing energy usage and inviting participation by local healthy food vendors. The event will also showcase Nashville’s best musical talent. Admission is free and open to the public.

Schedule

Thursdays, between September 3rd to October 8th

5:00PM – 11:00PM

Public Square Plaza
1 Public Square #506
Nashville, TN 37201

Website: www.liveonthegreen.net

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Tip-A-Canoe

1279 Hwy 70
Kingston Springs, TN 37082
(800) 550-5810

During the hot summer, canoeing down the Harpeth River is one of the best ways to cool down. You can rent your canoe equipment from Tip-A-Canoe. They are the most well-known company on the river. You don’t have to know anything about canoeing. The Harpeth River is pretty relaxing. Just take your time and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Take the short route so you won’t get too exhausted at the end of the day. Remember you still have to drive back to Nashville. Call and make an appointment first at Tip-A-Canoe to make sure that the water level is not too low.

Arrington Vineyards

6211 Patton Rd
Arrington, TN 37014
(615) 395-0102

It takes about 25 to 30 minutes to reach Arrington from Nashville. This is a great place for a change of pace. Bring a date or the family to spend some time and have a picnic. You can bring food here but no alcoholic beverages but don’t worry when you arrive, get on the reservation list of the tasting bar for the free wine. They are pretty generous with their servings. Bring your own wine glass for your picnic otherwise you will need to purchase them from the winery. On weekends they offer live music.

Full Moon Pickin’ Party

2500 Old Hickory Blvd
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 370-8053

If you enjoy bluegrass music and you need the full moon to transform into that musician you’ve been dreaming of, well this is the best place and time to show it. Well, you don’t need to be a musician to come here, you can simply listen and enjoy the music. Admission is cheap. If you buy your tickets before 5 PM the day before the event, you only pay $15. $20 if you purchase at the door and $10 if you’re between the ages 7 – 15 years old. The monies raised from this event will go directly to the Parks to ensure preservation, protection, funding educational programs, and special projects including camp-outs and hayrides for inner-city kids.

Schedule: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | August 14, 2009 | September 11, 2009 | October 2, 2009

Natchez Trace Parkway

Starting at TN Highway 100
Nashville, TN 37246
(800) 305-7417

On a beautiful day in Nashville, take a leisurely tour of the Natchez Trace Parkway. It is a 444-mile winding road that starts of at Natchez, MS and ends in Nashville, TN off of Highway 100. It originally was an ancient trail used by animals and people that connected southern portions of the Mississippi River, through Alabama to central Tennessee. Of course you don’t have to take the entire 444-mile trip. You can start at Highway 100 until Leiper’s Fork. Enjoy the scenery and stop by the Natchez Trace Parkway Arches and appreciate the view.

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

3777 Nolensville Rd.
Nashville, Tennessee 37211
(615) 833-1534

For a wild experience, visit the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. Prepare to have long walks around the zoo. The spaces for the animals are enormous. Some attractive features of the zoo are the Bamboo Trail and the Grassmere Home.

On August 8 you can spend an evening after at the Nashville Zoo. They will featuring about the endangered species. You can check out the site for more details of the event.

The Magic Kettle

In the year 1597, we meet Mamma Leone, an overworked, good-hearted sorceress in need of an apprentice. She hires the lazy town dreamer, Linguini, and together they tend to the comical ailments of the townspeople. Linguini hopefully learns the value of paying attention, being respectful, and not to be greedy. Our adventure unfolds with pantomime, cool music, colorful costumes, special effects, magic spells and tricks.

Note: All performances are kid-friendly.

Schedule: July 25 – August 1, 2009 | Saturdays 10:00am and 12:30pm

Tickets: $6.00 / Ticket

Venue: Olde Worlde Theatre Co.
2102 Belcourt Avenue
Nashville, TN 37212
Phone: (615) 300-0374

Willy Wonka

Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this stage adaptation of “Charlie and The Chocolate Factory,” which features the songs from the classic family film “Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory.” Willy Wonka is presented by the Boiler Room Theatre’s Summer Musical Theatre Intensive Camp participants. Starring Jamey Green as Willy Wonka.

Seating: House opens 30 minutes prior to show time.

Schedule: July 30 – August 2, 2009

Thursday: 7:00pm
Friday: 7:00pm
Saturday: 3:00pm and 7:00pm
Sunday: 3:00pm and 7:00pm

Tickets: $15.00 / Adults | $12.00 / Children ages 3-12

Venue: Boiler Room Theatre
230 Franklin Road, Building Six
Franklin, TN 37064
Phone: (615) 794-7744

Conductor Jack and the Zinghoppers Storytime

A musical storytime with special guest Conductor Jack and the Zinghoppers.

Schedule: August 3, 2009, Monday 11:00am

Tickets: Free Admission

Venue: Barnes & Noble – Cool Springs
1701 Mallory Lane
Brentwood, TN 37027
Phone: (615) 377-9979

Frist Center Kids Club: Magnificent Monoprints

For 5-10 year olds, the Frist Center Kids Club offers exciting opportunities for children to discover, explore, and create art. In August members will create monoprint portraits. Using cotton swabs and sponges, participants will apply ink to a Plexiglas plate and print their own unique portraits.

Note: Due to a limited number of space in each class, reservations are strongly suggested and can be made two weeks prior to each class. Walk-ups are welcome as long as space is available.

Schedule: August 8, 2009, Saturday | 10:30am, 1:00pm, or 3:00pm

Tickets: Free Admission

Venue: Frist Center for the Visual Arts
919 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: (615) 744-3357

Oracle Productions presents Mirror, Mirror by Scott Crain

Oracle Productions presents “Mirror, Mirror”, a new play by Scott Craine. Set in the time of King Arthur, “Mirror, Mirror” is a delightful fairy tale for all ages based on the story of Snow White.

Schedule: July 31 – August 9, 2009 | Fridays – Sundays at 7:30pm

Tickets: $10.00 / ticket | $8.00 / ticket for groups of 10 or more

Venue: Lipscomb University – Shamblin Theatre
3901 Granny White Pike
Nashville, TN 37204
Phone: (615) 364-5199

Mayor’s First Day Festival

On Sunday, August 9th we will celebrate the 10th Annual Mayor’s First Day Festival to kick-off the first day of Metro Schools beginning the following Monday morning. Coordinated by the Mayor’s Office of Children and Youth, this free Festival features educational games, activities, giveaways, and live entertainment from many of Nashville’s premier community groups.

This event is for Nashville K-12 students and their parents.

Schedule: August 9, 2009, Sunday | 2:00pm to 5:00pm

Tickets: Free Admission

Venue: Sommet Center
501 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203

2009 Williamson County Fair

There is a great deal of excitement in the air! People from across the county are preparing for a grand get together, a kind of countywide family reunion. On August 7, the sweet smell of cotton candy, popcorn and fried dough, the sounds of carnival music, hucksters and laughter, the sights of a Ferris wheel on the horizon, farm animals carefully groomed and blue ribbons proudly on display will await children of all ages.

Schedule: August 7-August 15, 2009 | Monday through Thursday 6:00pm-11:00pm | Friday 6:00pm-12:00am | Saturday 10:00am-12:00am | Sunday 12:00pm-11:00pm

Tickets:

One-Day Tickets At The Gate (CASH ONLY):
$6.00 / Adults (ages 13 and older)
$3.00 / Children (ages 6 to 12)
Free / Children 5 and under

One-Day Advance Tickets:
$5.00 / Adults (ages 13 and older)
$2.00 / Children (ages 6 to 12)

Nine-Day Pass (CASH ONLY):
$30.00 / At the gate
$15.00 / Children (ages 6-12) at the gate

Venue: Williamson County Agricultural Expo Park
4215 Long Lane
Franklin, TN 37064

Going out on a shopping spree? Try visiting these top malls and shop ’til you drop. You’ll find tons of stores and brands that is every shopaholics dream. Visit their website later and you’ll find discounts and promos they’re having right now. Enjoy!

Green Hills Mall

(615) 298-5478
2126 Abbott Martin Rd
Nashville, TN 37215

Website: www.themallatgreenhills.com

Green Hills is an upscale mall that has some of Nashville’s specialty shops such as Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Lacoste plus more than 100 retail establishments. There are several boutiques and restaurants within to choose from. The mall is located along Hillsboro Road and it is the closest and most accessible mall located to downtown Nashville. The employees of the mall and the stores are very courteous and nice. Green Hills provides a pleasant atmosphere for shoppers. Mall hours are from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM from Mondays to Saturdays and on Sundays, the mall is open from 12:00 noon to 6:00 PM.

Cool Springs Mall

1800 Galleria Blvd
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 771-2128

Website: www.coolspringsgalleria.com

Cool Springs Mall features over 150 shops. You’ll find some major departments stores such as Macy’s and Sears and retail stores like Ann Taylor, Abercrombie & Fitch, Banana Republic and a whole lot of other establishments. It takes about 10 to 15 minutes drive to the mall from downtown Nashville. Cool Springs Mall is open Monday to Saturdays from 10:00AM to 9:00 PM and 12:00 noon to 6:00 PM on Sundays.

Opry Mills

433 Opry Mills Drive
Nashville, TN
(615) 514-1100
Website: www.simon.com

Opry Mills has about 140 retail stores which include Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Old Navy, GAP Outlet and for your taste buds, there are 26 restaurants to choose from. The mall features live musical performances daily and for more entertainment, it also have an IMAX theater. It is located between Two Rivers Parkway and McGavock Pike, bordering the Cumberland River. The Grand Ole Opry is right next door and the Gaylord Opryland Hotel Convention Center is just within walking distance. Mall hours are from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Monday to Saturday and on Sundays, it is open from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Prime Outlets at Lebanon

One Outlet Village Boulevard
Lebanon, TN 37090
(615) 444-0433

Website: www.primeoutlets.com

Prime Outlets at Lebanon is a different kind of shopping center. It is not one massive mall, rows of shops are parallel to walkways or streets where it has a landscaped courtard. It provides a playground for the kids to enjoy and the mall also offers free WI-Fi. It is located less than 30 miles from Nashville which would take only about 30 minutes drive. It is open from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Mondays to Saturdays and from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Sundays.

Is golf your cup of tea? Here are the top golf courses to tee off in Nashville. You’ll find these courses quite a bit challenging but at the same time each one has its own unique scenery that will definitely make it an enjoyable game.

Gaylord Springs At Gaylord Opryland Resort – Springhouse Course

18 Springhouse Ln
Nashville, TN 37214
(615) 458-1730

The Gaylord Springs Golf Lunks was designed by former US Open PGA champion Larry Nelson. Their Scottish links-style, par 72 layout offers 18 challenging holes bordered by limestone bluffs surrounded by federally protected wetlands. Located near the banks of the Cumberland River, it has become one of the best golf places in the United States. Gaylord Springs Golf Links has received numerous awards throughout the years. It has been voted as one of the “75 Best Golf Resorts in America” by Golf Digest, Golfweek’s “Americas Best Courses” and several other awards.

Richland Country Club

1 Club Dr
Nashville, TN 37215-5824
(615) 370-0040

The Richland Country Club is an 18-hole course designed by Jack Nicklaus and built in 1988. Some described this course as exceedingly difficult. It has water hazards in a number of holes and numerous trees that add challenge to any golfer. Richland Country Club was rated this as the 6th “Best in State” course for 1995-96 by the Golf Digest, and the 8th best for 1997-98. Tee time starts at 8:00AM.

Hillwood Country Club

6201 Hickory Valley Rd
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 352-5600

Hillwood Country Club is a private member club that opened in 1955 and was designed by Bubba Johnson. It is an 18-hole course that features 6,903 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course features 4 sets of teeboxes for the enjoyment of golfers of all skill levels. Hillwood Country Club has a wonderful scenery that adds to the pleasure of any golf game.

Ted Rhodes Golf Course

1901 Ed Temple Blvd
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 862-8463

Ted Rhodes Golf Course was originally called Cumberland Golf Course. It originally was an 9-hole course when it opened in 1953. In May 1992, it expended into an 18-hole course designed by Gary Baird. Ted Rhodes Golf Course was named after the first African-American to play in a PGA-sanctioned event. It is situated on the banks of the Cumberland River in North Nashville. You can witness some wildlife that the lakes and rivers provide as a natural habitat. This course’s most difficult hole is #7, a 441-yard, par 4, requiring a tee shot over a large ditch.

So you’ve decided to get tattoos… But haven’t decided where to get them? Whether it’s your first time or simply adding another art work to your body, these top tattoo parlors in Nashville can give you what you want. Even if you do not plan to get a tattoo anytime soon, try checking out their designs on their websites. They’ve got an impressive collection of artistically designed tattoos.

Lone Wolf Body Art

1907 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37212
(615) 321-3111
Website: www.lonewolfbodyart.net
MySpace: www.myspace.com/giantrobotowl

Lone Wolf Body Art has been providing high quality tattoo art to Nashville for fifteen years. It offers a clean and comfortable environment to get quality tattoos. They offer a wide range of different tattoo styles, you can also bring your own design or have them draw one for you. Their artist, Will Bledsoe, has an impressive portfolio. His works are absolutely amazing. If you’re planning to get your tattoo here, appointments are recommended.

Icon Tattoo & Body Piercing

1917 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 329-4066
Website: www.icontattoo.com
MySpace: www.myspace.com/icontattoo

Icon Tattoo & Body Piercing started out in Nashville in the mid-90s. It has become one of the most well-established tattoo parlors in Nashville. Their shop has a great atmosphere, very friendly and relaxed. The staff is very welcoming and they will immediately make you comfortable. Their artists make stunning tattoos. Check out their myspace profile and see for yourself their amazing works. They also offer piercings, in fact they have the largest selection of body jewelry in Nashville.

Black 13 Tattoo Parlor

209 10th Ave S – Suite 218
Nashville, Tennessee 37203
(615) 750-3741
Website: www.black13tattoo.com
MySpace: www.myspace.com/black13tattoo

Black 13 Tattoo Parlor is a custom tattoo parlor. Their studio is very, very clean, upscale and friendly. It is not what you’d expect from a tattoo shop. It is classy and absolutely spotless. The artists are very professional. Their works are impressive and also one of the best in Nashville. Prices are reasonable for the quality of work they give. You won’t be disappointed here.

Archangel Tattoo Studio

314 E. Old Hickory Blvd.
Nashville / Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-3777
Website: www.archangeltattoostudio.com
MySpace: www.myspace.com/archangeltattoo

Archangel Tattoo Studio provides a very clean and safe atmosphere. The Department of Health rated them 100%. Their staff is very friendly and you will feel really comfortable here. They have artists who have been in the business for a long time. They are extremely professional and very accommodating. Aside from that, they really work fast. There are over a thousand tattoo designs to choose from or you can have one custom made.