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Looking for fun things to do in Nashville? We've compiled a list of all the best things that you absolutely MUST put on your list when you visit Music City - from where to stay, to where to eat, and what to do while you're here!
Read moreAs it turns out, Tornado Alley is a VERY loosely defined area. There really is no solid definition of the areas included in Tornado Alley maps. But here are some interesting facts about Tennessee tornadoes. Plus, details about the exact portion of Tornado Alley that Tennessee falls into -- it's called Dixie Alley. See for yourself!
Read morePlanning to visit the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville TN? Here's what you need to know before you go!... I live in Nashville. I've been to the Bluebird Cafe a zillion times. See my "insider tips" for making reservations, the best parking, the best seats, how to get Bluebird swag -- even Bluebird Cafe history.
Read moreI guess we'll have to find another Nashville celebrity home to take the lead spot in our informal 'Tour of the Stars Homes' that we take visitors on when they visit Nashville for the first time. Sadly, Alan Jackson's plush 19,000 square-foot home has been sold. His house has been the highlight of our tour for many years. See photos of Alan Jackson's house for sale in Nashville / Franklin, TN -- and how much it eventually sold for!
Read moreSara Evans and Craig Schelske appeared hand-in-hand at the Franklin Cinema where they gave fans the opportunity for lots of close-up photographs and autographs. Check out these pictures of Sara Evans and a little about her tie to Franklin, Tennessee.
Read moreLiving in Franklin, Tennessee, we see a good deal of celebrities whenever we're out and about. Here are some of the best places where you are most likely to spot a celebrity in and around Nashville. (We've excluded all of the music venues and locations where Nashville celebrities are on hand for a specific function.)
Read moreWondering what the traffic is like in Franklin, Tennessee today? Check out these live traffic cams...
Read moreI love parks. My kids love parks. So we thought we would explore a little bit of Nashville's beautiful Centennial Park the other day. There is so much to see and do there! Here's a little about our first time visiting Nashville's Centennial Park.
Read moreI've been wanting to visit the Nashville Farmers' Market for quite some time now. I'm so glad I finally got that chance! Here's what it's like at the Nashville Farmers Market -- and the adjoining Market House and Flea Market.
Read moreJim and I hopped in the motorhome and headed from Nashville toward the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. We had a blast! We made it a 4-day mini vacation -- visiting 1 or 2 distilleries each day, then camping someplace in between the distillery locations each night. Here's what the bourbon tours were like.
Read moreWe went to the Higgins Moonlite Drive-In for the first time. It's located in Woodbury, Tennessee -- just east of Murfreesboro. Here's our review of the Moonlite Drive-in, including pictures!
Read moreHere are a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities that kids of all ages would enjoy in Nashville. I have done quite a few of these activities with my kids, but not all of them... yet! We have only lived in Nashville for 2 years. We plan on doing some of these ourselves in the next few weeks.
Read moreRegional food favorites like these Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey products might make good gifts for out-of-town visitors, or friends & family who've moved away. Check these out...
Read moreI made the switch from a commercial dog food (Nutro) to a private label natural dog food that's made in the USA and delivered to my home... for FREE! It's called Nature's Select dog food. Here's why Nature's Select is a great choice if you're looking for Nashville dog food delivery.
Read moreI'm going back to school at 40. I've decided to pursue an Associate Degree at a community college. My tuition will be FREE through the Tennessee Reconnect Program. Here's everything you need to know about tuition-free college in Tennessee!
Read moreAfter spending a couple hours at Arrington Vineyards on a Sunday afternoon, we determined that our next visit will include a picnic basket and blanket. It's such a relaxing place, you could spend an entire afternoon just lounging around and enjoying the scenery & special events -- along with a great bottle of wine (or two) made right on the premises!
Read moreOne of the best city parks in Franklin TN for kids is Pinkerton Park. It's located on Highway 96, just past the railroad tracks on the east side of downtown Franklin. See why we think it's the best for kids, plus photos and fun things to do there.
Read moreThanks to Dolly Parton, each of your children can receive free books for kids every single month -- from birth to age 5! Here's how Dolly Parton's Imagination Library works, how to sign up, and one mom's review of the free kids books her child has received.
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