Franklin, TN

Maggie Moo's Ice Cream & Treatery In Franklin, TN

Yes, I think that they made up the word "treatery", but you get the idea. It's a great place to eat treats!

Maggie Moo's is an ice cream parlor that lets you get creative with your treat.

• First, you pick your ice cream.
• Next, you pick the mix-ins (candy, fruit, or nuts).  
• Then, they take your treat combo to the cold marble top (so no melting occurs) and fold everything together by hand.

Since it's blended right there, the taste is fresher than if you got a scoop of ice cream that is premixed and then frozen.

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NBC Is Casting Couples In Nashville For 'The Marriage Ref' TV Show

NBC is holding an open casting call in Nashville, Tennessee September 12-13 for their new show created and produced by Jerry Seinfeld called The Marriage Ref.

Want to be a contestant on the show?...

The following information came to me by way of Greg Fieser, Casting Producer for “The Marriage Ref”:

We are looking for outgoing, opinionated couples who have a long-standing argument, disagreement or squabble that they are passionate about and that they would like resolved once and for all by our panel of celebrities and our very own Marriage Referee.

Following are the details...

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SOL Restaurant - An Upscale Mexican Restaurant In Downtown Franklin, TN

When I heard that SOL was going to open, my first thought was, "What is upscale Mexican food?"

I mean you think tacos, enchiladas, what else? Well, let me tell you! It means these same great dishes, but with fresh, gourmet ingredients and food preparation. Like nachos served with seared tuna, and seafood enchiladas made with crab, shrimp and scallops.

SOL is Mexican cuisine, not just Mexican food. -- SOL website

Also, the guacamole is made right at your table. Talk about fresh! If you go, the guacamole is a must have.

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Boiler Room Theatre - A Fun Evening Out in Franklin

No need to go all the way to New York or Chicago to see live theater. Just head over to the Factory at Franklin and visit the Boiler Room Theatre.

They offer around 7 shows per year with different productions to cater to different tastes. I have seen great comedies (Anything Goes, Forever Plaid), dramas (The Miracle Worker), and big productions (Chicago, Cabaret) at Franklin's Boiler Room Theatre.

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Baja Fresh Mexican Grill in Franklin Tennessee - A Review

We seem to frequent these Mexican burrito restaurants. I'm not sure what that says about us, but it's interesting to be able to compare them around town!

No matter how many others we try out, my husband goes back to the Baja Fresh Mexican Grill every time. It's his absolute favorite.

Here's why...

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HGTV's 'Bang For Your Buck' Show Is Looking For Creative Outdoor Living Spaces In Nashville!

I received the following information via email from HGTV today...

Good News: If you live in Nashville and you've recently created an outdoor living space at your home, then you can be on HGTV's Bang For Your Buck TV series!

The show's hosts include:

• Lisa LaPorta
• Monica Pedersen
• Sabrina Soto
• Lytel Young

Here's the scoop...

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The Big Bang Dueling Pianos Bar In Nashville - What It's Like

My first visit to The Big Bang in Nashville was for my friends 30th birthday - Bang! (pun intended)

At first, I wasn't sure about the idea of "dueling pianos."

It sounded boring. Boy, was I wrong!

We had the best time. And I was dancing in my chair the whole time (considering the dance floor is very small).

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Franklin Farmers Market: A First-Timer's Review

I had never been to the Franklin Farmers Market before this. Wow, have I been missing out!

The Franklin Farmer's Market is held behind the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Road at the corner of Franklin Road and Liberty Pike).

It's open Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. each May through October.

We arrived at about noon to a nearly full parking lot. Be sure to plan accordingly for finding a parking spot, or walking to the market from where you have to park.

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Rainbow Play Systems: A Party Room For Kids In Franklin, TN

If you are looking for something to help entertain your active child on a rainy day, look no further.

The Rainbow Play Systems Party Room is a nice replacement for playing in the soggy backyard.

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Glow Galaxy: Glow In The Dark Fun For Kids Birthday Parties & Open Play!

Glow Galaxy is a glow-in-the-dark play place hidden off Seaboard Lane, behind the Cool Springs YMCA.

We've been there twice now for birthday parties, and they sure are fun!

The birthday child gets a tie dyed shirt that really lights up in the black light, and all of the participants get a glowing bracelet.

After a few minutes of instructions and going over the rules, the kids are let loose in a glowing room with an outer space theme.

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