Blog - December, 2013

PARKS Gulch Location Celebrates Grand Opening

Sunday, December 8th, 2013 at 6:18am.

Yesterday, we celebrated the opening of our new PARKS location in the Gulch with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony and community wide open house. We were thrilled that Metro Councilwoman Erica Gilmore and representatives from the Nashville Downtown Partnership and Market Street Enterprises joined us for the ribbon cutting ceremony. It was also great to see hundreds of our friends, colleagues and new neighbors at the event. To check out the rest of the photos from the event, click here to check out the gallery on our Facebook page. If you weren’t able to join us yesterday, we hope that you will stop by the Gulch location to check it out. It’s located in the building Chilliwack Bomber Constable Parkathat houses the Turnip Truck,…

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10 Fun 'n' Easy Ways to Show Halloween Spirit

Sunday, December 8th, 2013 at 2:14am.

October is finally here, which means one thing: Halloween is just around the corner! Get psyched for the holiday with some of these fun and easy-to-make snacks and crafts.

 

Healthy Halloween Snacks

Worried about overindulging on sweets? Try making edible eyeballs out of carrots, cream cheese and olives, or check out many other clever ideas here.

 

 

No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating

There’s no knife required for these pumpkins! Check out some ideas here.

 

 

Crafts for Kids

Have some fun with the whole family with these simple yet effectively spooky craft projects. Includes yarn ball spiders and Chinese take-out bats.

 

Garbage Bag Ghost

Have an extra white garbage bag lying around? Make a ghost!

 

Spooky Drinks

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House of the Week: 303 Arrow Pt, Mt. Juliet

Saturday, December 7th, 2013 at 6:44am.

This beautiful new home is built by a local custom builder! It is a fine home that’s filled with outstanding finishes. There’s still time to pick the colors on this home.

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Cooks will enjoy the spacious kitchen with plenty of counter space and cabinets.

It has 5 bedrooms, 3 on the main floor and 2 in the basement, plus an office.

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2 family rooms & 2 laundry rooms make it great for in-laws or an in-home business.

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There are 3 full baths in this home, and this bathroom is both stylish and convenient.

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Amenities include elegant trim, granite, tile, & hardwood flooring. An added bonus is a reinforced concrete Storm Shelter to give you peace of mind. The spacious patio is just waiting for your next cookout.

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Fun Things to Do on Your Staycation: The Parthenon

Saturday, December 7th, 2013 at 1:49am.

 

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Never made it to Greece? Yearning for a bit of classical culture? Turn your staycation into a day trip to the West End/Vanderbilt area of Nashville and enjoy an exquisite replica of Athens’ crown jewel, the Parthenon (the only full-scale reproduction in the world). Inside there is an art museum that features a 42-foot statue of Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, for whom the Parthenon was originally built, an exact replica of what it would have looked like in ancient times.

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The museum also houses a permanent collection by 19th and 20th century American artists as well as travelling exhibits. Click here to see what’s being shown now. Admissions for adults is $6, and children (4-17) and seniors (62+) are $4. For groups of 10 or more,…

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House of the Week: 1112 Franklin Rd, Brentwood

Thursday, December 5th, 2013 at 5:31am.

 

1112 Franklin Road in Brentwood is an historic home with an outstanding location. This room sparkles with the brilliance of its many windows. The large kitchen features plenty of cabinet storage, counter space and room to work in. You’ll find 6 bedrooms, 6 full baths and 2 half baths in this home. Unwind in the luxurious tub after a long day. 

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–Historic “Isola Bella” in the heart of Brentwood is meticulously situated on 9.07 acres. In addition to the regal plantation home, the property includes a historic log cabin, caretaker’s cottage, garage apartment and 6 stall barn. Own a piece of history! 

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Special Features:

• 9.07 acres of manicured lawns and landscaped gardens
• Private, gated estate home
• Multiple fountains dot the…

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Wineries and Tastebuds

Thursday, December 5th, 2013 at 4:43am.

I am not a wine connoisseur by any stretch of the imagination. in fact, I only know a red from a white because I am not color blind.  I wouldn’t know a Blush from a Bordeaux if you pointed it out, and sweet wines are generally not sweet to me, only less dark and bitter. – I was at an event a few weeks ago at Arrington Vineyard, and naturally we participated in a wine tasting.  As the sommelier (of course I Googled the right word) described each of the wines we tested, I was enthralled by the idea that maybe with this sip I too would identify the aromatic notes of wild strawberry and black tea….  Nope.  Nothing.  Why is my palate so unrefined?!  I found myself envious of some of the people in our group who were thoroughly enjoying themselves,…

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Middle Tennessee Lights Up!

Wednesday, December 4th, 2013 at 2:58am.

One of the best parts of the holiday season is how bright and cheery normal streets become on the darkest nights of the year – and some areas are brighter than others! Here is a list of some great places to see Christmas lights in Middle Tennessee. Brew up some hot cocoa, hop in the car with friends and family, and feast your eyes!

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Chad’s Winter Wonderland – Lebanon

Trinity Christmas City – Hendersonville

A Country Christmas at Gaylord Opryland – Nashville TN

 

Christmas on the Cumberland – Clarksville, TN

 

The Dancing Lights of Christmas – Nashville, TN

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House of the Week: 2066 Alexander Blvd, Murfreesboro

Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013 at 6:38am.

 

High ceilings and brilliant windows make for a striking interior. This classic, pass-thru fireplace adds charm and ambiance. The kitchen breakfast bar provides both a gathering place and extra counterspace. Your collectibles will look great when displayed in the office with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. You’ll find 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 1 half bath in this home. Rest and relax in the outdoor in-ground, heated, salt water pool. 

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Featuring:

·      3658 SQFT

·      4 Bedrooms/3.5 Baths

·      3 Car Garage

·      Private professional landscaped backyard

·      In-ground salt-water pool w/fountain and whirlpool swim-out

 

·      Stamped-concrete patio

·      Black rod-iron fencing

·      In-ground sprinkler system

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Fun Things to Do on Your Staycation: The Nashville Film Festival

Monday, December 2nd, 2013 at 3:19am.

Take a break from box office blockbusters and enjoy the quality of a movie handpicked by the Nashville Film Festival! NaFF has been named one of the best film festivals by both movie makers and audiences.

 

Films from previous years include future hits such as (500) Days of

Summer, Project Nim and many others, as well as Academy Award nominees I Am Love, Ajami and Dogtooth. Many up-and-coming filmmakers such as Craig Brewer (Footloose) receive their first breaks at NaFF, because only the best films are chosen. NaFF also provides for its music fans, hosting showcases and workshops for Nashville songwriters and Hollywood filmmakers to meet and hopefully collaborate in the future. 

 

Members can buy tickets online April 8th, and the general…

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Ah-MAZE-ing Fall Fun

Sunday, December 1st, 2013 at 2:47am.

    As summer ends and our toes mourn the freedom of sandals, we start to think of all things Fall.  However, I never thought corn mazes would hit my radar.  I’m thinking about sweaters and fires and s’mores and a good pot of chili  (I use cocoa powder in my chili…really).  I was looking for something to write about because I just wasn’t sure this audience wants to see soups, stews and chowders – let me know if you do, I’d be happy to write about them!  But I digress – so I Googled ‘middle tennessee october events,’ and I learned that we sure are serious about our corn mazes here.  What an unexpected treat!     Corn Maze Fun Facts:   -Corn mazes date back at least 4,000 years to the time of Greek history. Back then, mazes were not…

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