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Celebrating Our 20th Season!

“You were AWESOME!” —Wynonna

“A MUST-SEE SHOW” —Country Weekly Magazine Mondays and select Thursdays, March through October “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again.” Tickets: 615-758-0098 —DJ Fontana, Celebrating over 1,100 shows! Read more on page 3 Elvis’s longtime drummer homeLive ofat Your the NashvilleSchermerhorn Symphony

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this month’s feature For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. Tribute To The King 1953–1977 SATURDAY NIGHTS Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Big Band Dances Drive. On Mondays and select Thursdays, Centennial Park Event Shelter. Spend your sum- Celebrating our 20th season, over 1,100 mer Saturday nights dancing and listening to live shows! This high-energy, live musical biog- big band music played by a different 18-24 piece raphy starring John Beardsley features all six band each week. There are two free group dance eras of the King’s career, including over 30 lessons held 7–7:30 pm and 8:30–8:50 pm. One songs and five costume changes, and has savory and one sweet food truck will be on-site. thrilled audiences of all ages from New York Bring lawn chairs and a picnic blanket. No alcohol. to Russia. The legend lives on in Nashville’s nashville.gov first and only continuously running show paying tribute to the King in Music City, where TUESDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, TN State Museum Highlights Tours very authentic! I look forward to seeing it TN State Museum, 1000 again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. Our drummer. Audiences continue to give stand- free Museum Highlights tour is a great way to see some ing ovations at every show. A must-see show never-before-seen artifacts while in Nashville. To order tickets, please and hear some of the great call us directly (615) 758-0098. Seating at 6:30 stories of Tennessee history. pm. Showtime is 7 pm. Box office opens at 2–2:45 pm (except for holi- 10 am, day of show. Plenty of free parking! days). tnmuseum.org thenashvilleking.com AUGUST 1 Gulch Night Market TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS & 11th Avenue South and Laurel Street. Enjoy SATURDAYS Nashville’s Gulch area with local artisans, food and Grand Ole Opry drink vendors, entertainment, and a live DJ. Free Grand Ole Opry shows are admission, and dogs are welcome. Hours: 3–9 pm. performed every Tuesday, gulchnightmarket.com Wednesday, Friday and AUGUST 1, 2-5, 15-18, 30-31 Saturday. Since 1925, country’s best have mesmerized Nashville Sounds Home Games First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson Street. Take audiences at the Opry, the the family out to the ballgame for games August show that made country 1 vs. El Paso; August 2-5 vs. Albuquerque; August music famous. While per- 15-18 vs. Omaha; August 30-31 vs. San Antonio. formances from both legendary entertainers and nashvillesounds.com the latest country music acts are the norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy bluegrass AUGUST 2, 6, 7, 23, 27 bands, comedy, and more. See the new stars, su- The Huckabee Show perstars, and legends of country music on the stage 30 Music Village Boulevard, Hendersonville. where many of them got their start and some are Be part of a live studio audience and enjoy experiencing the thrill for the very first time. Artists news, music, entertainment and fun with former scheduled to appear this month include Martina Governor of Arkansas, Mike Huckabee and his spe- McBride (pictured), Kelsea Ballerini, Dustin Lynch, cial guests! Tickets are free. For ages 16+. Seating Russell Dickerson, the Oak Ridge Boys, Randy at 6:30 pm. Walk-ins welcome! Register online or Houser, Craig Morgan, Crystal Gayle, and more! call 833-HUCKABEE for more info. huckabeetix.tv 3 Greater Nashville

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Contact Nashville Key for advertising opportunities. AUGUST 3 events U.S. Air Guitar National Finals EXIT/IN, 2208 Elliston Place. Regional Air Guitar August 21; Charleston Battery on August 24. champions from twenty cities across the coun- Kickoff at 7 pm. Tickets $15-25. nashvillesc.com try will face off against the defending National AUGUST 8, 22 Champions Mom Jeans and Georgia Lunch in a Summer Cocktail Crawl battle for the 2019 crown. The winner will be sent Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park to Finland to represent Team USA at the Air Guitar Drive. This fun walking tour takes you through our World Championships. usairguitar.com summer gardens and featured outdoor art exhi- AUGUST 6 bition Storybook Houses as you “crawl” from bar Open House at Dyer Observatory to bar, tasting signature craft cocktails along the 1000 Oman Drive. Astronomers offer free tours of way. There will also be food trucks, DJs, and lawn the observatory and the Seyfert telescope from games. cheekwood.org 9–11 pm. The format is “open house” so you AUGUST 9-10 may arrive and depart any time during the event. Tomato Art Fest Advance reservations online. Suggested for ages 8 Art and Invention Gallery, 1106 Woodland Street. and up. dyer.vanderbilt.edu In and around the Art & Invention Gallery in AUGUST 7, 10, 21, 24 Five Points in East Nashville. This two-day fes- Nashville Soccer Club tival of costume-friendly fun has plenty of to- First Tennessee Park. Cheer on soccer as they take mato eating, tomato-themed games, contests, on the Hartford Athletic on August 7; Bethlehem a parade, art and business booths and music. Steel on August 10; New York Red Bulls II on tomatoartfest.com

county fairs AUGUST 16-24 Wilson County Fair AUGUST 2-11 James E. Ward Agricultural Center, 945 E. Williamson County Fair Baddour Parkway, Lebanon. The largest county Williamson County Agricultural Expo Park, 4215 fair in Tennessee. Each year brings new exhibits Long Lane, Franklin. You’ll find plenty of attrac- and activities, and there’s absolutely something tions for the entire family – from farm animals for everyone including mutton busting, a robot- carefully groomed and blue ribbons proudly ics challenge, a train museum, Fiddlers Grove on display to the Midway’s exciting rides. Enjoy events, the Mighty Midway, competitions, ani- entertainment every day on the main stage and mal shows, creative and cultural arts, rose show, bluegrass stage, plus special events including farm crops, food contests, kids events, antique agriculture demonstrations, fireworks, chal- car show, demolition derby, talent contests, lenges and various contests and competitions. rooster crowing contest and special events. Mouth-watering fair foods include the world’s Jason Crabb will perform on August 19, and largest turkey legs, jerk chicken, catfish plates, The Kentucky Headhunters on August 20. fried macaroni and cheese, red velvet funnel wilsoncountyfair.net cake, chocolate dipped bananas, and much AUGUST 20-24 more! williamsoncountyfair.org Robertson County Fair AUGUST 14-18 Robertson County Fair Grounds, Springfield. Cheatham County Fair The fair begins with an old fashion parade Cheatham County Fair Grounds, Ashland City. featuring local celebrities, local bands, com- Features fun for the entire family including chil- munity floats and classic cars. The week is dren’s activities, entertainment, music, pageants, filled with events, competitions and talent rides, agricultural exhibits, chickens, goats, pets, shows, a rodeo, sanctioned tractor pulls and a and a wide variety of food and attractions. world class demolition derby. Dine on south- Head to the Arena for go-kart races, demolition ern barbeque, Polish sausage, turkey legs, derby, ATV races, “mini super” sanctioned trac- bucket-o-fries and many other fair delicacies. tor pull, mud racing, and pony mud bog. robertsoncountyfair.com

5 events AUGUST 16 Nashville Farmers’ Market Night Market AUGUST 10 900 Rosa Parks Boulevard. Shop and dine with lo- Fairgrounds Speedway cal artisans, restaurants and shops, locally raised 625 Smith Avenue. Come out and join us for our “5 meats, freshly baked desserts, seasonal cocktails, Dollar Back to School Family Night.” Admission: craft beer, local wine, and more! All are welcome ADVENTURE Adults $10; Senior & Military $8; Kids (6–12) $5; free for live music and family-friendly activities. Free ad- RESTAURANT • GROUP TOURS EDUCATION PROGRAMS • MYSTIC MERMAIDS for 5 and under. fairgroundsspeedwaynashville.com mission, 5–9 pm. nashvillefarmersmarket.org BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS AUGUST 15, 22, 29-31 AUGUST 16 GROUP MENUS • GIFT SHOP Live On The Green Full Moon Pickin’ Party Public Square Park, downtown Nashville. The his- Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2520 Old Hickory toric Metropolitan Courthouse serves as a fantastic Boulevard. Bluegrass and roots pickers jam around backdrop for these free concerts with headliners: the grounds, while three headlining acts perform Aug. 15: Gary Clark Jr.; Aug. 22: Johnnyswim; on the main stage. No glass, large coolers, or al- August 29: O.A.R.; Aug. 30: St. Paul & The cohol. Bring blankets or camping chairs. Family- Broken Bones; Aug. 31: Grace Potter. Find out friendly. Dogs on a leash welcome. 7–11 pm, who else is playing at liveonthegreen.net Tickets: $7–$25, includes water, soft drinks and Opry Mills • Exit 11 Off Briley Parkway • 615.514.3474 • aquariumrestaurants.com beer (adults 21+). Food available. warnerparks.org art crawls AUGUST 17 Area galleries offer rare opportunities to view Nashville Rollergirls diverse exhibitions. The Fairgrounds Nashville, Sports Arena, 500 Wedgewood Avenue. Cheer on the Rollergirls in AUGUST 2 a doubleheader! Doors open at 4:30 pm; Bouts Downtown Franklin Friday Art Crawl begin at 5:30 pm and 7:15 pm. Admission: $7-$15; 6–9 pm. franklinartscene.com $5 parking. nashvillerollergirls.com AUGUST 3 AUGUST 17 Downtown Nashville Saturday Art Crawl Movie in the Meadow – Dumbo 6–9 pm. nashvilledowntown.com Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Arts & Music at Wedgewood/Houston Road, Brentwood. Pack your picnic goodies for a Free parking at 516 Hagan St and 1211 4th fun evening and a new classic movie for all ages. Ave S. Crawl begins at 6 pm. am-wh.com Meet Owl’s Hill’s non-releasable live owls and go for a hike! Gates open at 5:30 pm for picnics, hikes AUGUST 10 and meeting the owls; Movie starts at 7 pm. Early East Side Art Stumble Bird Ticket: $8/person ($10 at the door); $25 picnic OPRY MILLS • 615.514.3000 6-9 pm. eastsideartstumble.com table reservation (quantities limited). owlshill.org Rainforestcafe.com #Rainforestcafe

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music at the Pack a picnic, bring your friends, lawn chairs and/ happiness or blankets, and enjoy free music in local vine- is at wineries yards. Wines available for purchase. joe’s FRIDAYS THRU SUNDAYS – Arrington Vineyards Crack it. crush it. love it. 6211 Patton Road, Arrington. Music in the Vines features live jazz in the courtyard and bluegrass bands by the Grand Barn. Saturdays 4–8 pm, Sundays 2–6 pm. arringtonvineyards.com open Daily starting at 11am AUGUST 3, 17 – Beachaven Winery happy hour • Mon-Fri 3-7pm 1100 Dunlop Lane, Clarksville. Jazz on the Lawn will feature Tyme’s 60’s-70’s Classic Rock on August 3, and CJQ’s jazz on August 17. 6:30–9:30 pm. beachavenwinery.com & 9pm to Close AUGUST 10 – Sumner Crest Winery 5306 Old Highway 52, Portland. Celebrate Southern Summer Nights with live music, and view the collection of antique and classic cars on permanent display. 6:30–9:30 pm. sumnercrestwinery.com

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123 2nd Ave South • Nashvie, TN 37201 • 615.242.2722 7 events bluegrass instruments and play into the night. corneliafortpickinparty.org AUGUST 24-25 the Tennessee Titans August 17 vs. New England Fan Fest Nashville Patriots at 6 pm; August 25 vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Gaylord Opryland, 2800 Opryland Drive. Fan at 7 pm. titansonline.com Fest brings the stars of today’s television shows AUGUST 23-24 and movies to you! From superheroes, to hor- Defy Film Festival ror, to pop-culture, we’ve got it! Meet stars like Studio 615, 272 Broadmoor Drive. This two days Cailey Fleming, Nadia Hilker, Ryan Hurst, Nestor of short and feature films has been named “Best Carbonell and more. fanfestevents.com Indie Film Festival” by the Nashville Scene. defy- AUGUST 24-25 filmfestival.com Nashville Flea Market AUGUST 24 The Fairgrounds Nashville, 625 Smith Avenue. Cornelia Fort Pickin’ Party Indoors and outdoors! You’ll find a huge variety of Cornelia Fort Airpark, 2640 Airpark Drive. If you gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts, enjoy great bluegrass, local craft beer, and good tools, housewares, handmade clothing, and hun- food then this event is for you! The festival com- dreds of thousands of other items each month, at bines the tastes and talents of East Nashville. one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Free Musicians are encouraged to bring any of their admission; parking $5. nashvilleexpocenter.org

especially for kids and create a related piece of art. Free Parthenon admission and materials included, 11–11:45 am. Wishing Chair Puppets Story Time kidsvilleonline.org Nashville Public Library Children’s Theatre, 615 Church Street. Limited free parking for AUGUST 1-4 1-1/2 hours in the library’s parking garage. Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star nashvillepubliclibrary.org Lipscomb University Theatre. Star light, star TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY MORNINGS bright, first star we see… wait a minute… Little Enjoy 30-minute enchanting productions, free Star isn’t in the nighttime sky! It’s up to two stal- of charge. The Professor, Library Pete, and Mary wart starkeepers to search the galaxy and solve Mary sing, juggle and read books with puppet this cosmic mystery. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org friends at 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am. For ages AUGUST 10-18, 20-25, 27-31 6 and under, but all are welcome. The Itsy Bitsy Spider AUGUST 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton The classic Brothers Grimm tale Hansel and Street. The itsy bitsy spider climbed up the wa- Gretel is told with the charming Peeko Puppets ter spout… but what happened next? Follow and our Danke puppet! Danke is a handmade two green thumbed gardeners as they learn wooden marionette given to the library by the patience and perseverance from a determined Magdeburg Puppentheater in Germany. eight-legged hero. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org ————————————————————— AUGUST 30 THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MORNINGS Zoovie Night Smallfoot Storytime at the TN State Museum Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pike. Join us TN State Museum, 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. for a fun family night under the stars! Zoovie For children 3 to 6 years old, Storytime in the Nights include games, inflatables, music, and Children’s Gallery will include a book reading after-hours access to the carousel and zip line!* and craft or other activities. Free, 10:30–11 am When the sun goes down the evening’s feature (except for holidays). tnmuseum.org film will play on a large inflatable screen, so pack SATURDAY MORNINGS a blanket and head to the Zoo! Members free; Kidsville Story Time non-members included with day-of admission, The Parthenon, 2500 West End Avenue. Kids 12 or $6 per person after 6 pm. *additional fees apply. and younger will explore a different weekly theme nashvillezoo.org

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9 SUNDAY AFTERNOONS performing Jazz Sundays Tennessee Brew Works, 809 Ewing Avenue. Enjoy arts live jazz every Sunday from 2–6 pm. tnbrew.com SUNDAY EVENINGS Bluegrass Jam Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admission on Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere listening room for bluegrass and roots music. “Cold beer, hot pickin’ and friends you won’t meet until you get here.” Showtime 8 pm. stationinn.com MONDAYS AND SELECT THURSDAYS Tribute To The King 1953–1977 AUGUST AT THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony This high-energy, live musical biography starring Place. Ticket packages may be purchased from the John Beardsley features all six eras of the King’s ca- Patron Services hotline at (615) 687-6401. Season reer. See page 3 for more info. thenashvilleking.com ticket holders receive added benefits! Concerts MONDAY EVENINGS this month (presented without orchestra): August 11: Champagne & Fried Chicken Relive your favorite Beatles hits with 1964 “The Liberty Common, 207 1st Avenue South. The Tribute”, as this one-of-a-kind concert experience Gypsy Hombres will perform French jazz from 6–9 re-creates an early-’60s performance by the Fab pm to accompany a special meal from Nashville’s Four, complete with period instruments, clothing, own French Brasserie. Half-priced baskets of hairstyles and onstage banter. August 16: Join fried chicken alongside incredible specials on powerhouse couple vocalists Stephanie Mills & Champagne and sparkling wine will be made avail- Will Downing for an evening of stunning ballads able. liberty-common.com and sophisticated, soul-stirring hits. August 18: Experience all the fun of The Wiggles! Check TUESDAY EVENINGS the website for locations and dates. For concert Acoustic Pickin’ Party tickets, call the box office at (615) 687- 6400 -be Centennial Black Box Theater, 211 27th Avenue tween 10 am and 6 pm Monday through Friday or North. Bring an acoustic instrument and join the 10 am and 2 pm Saturday. nashvillesymphony.org circle, 7–9 pm. All styles of music, including originals. Great for developing chops, and learning AUGUST AT THE RYMAN AUDITORIUM new tunes. Bring a couple tunes you’d like to play 116 Fifth Avenue North. This stellar venue is a six- and an open mind. Ages 12–up. nashville.gov time winner of Pollstar’s Concert Theatre of the Year award and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of EVERY THURSDAY Country Music’s Venue of the Year. This month’s Jazz on the Ave outstanding lineup: August 1: Bluegrass Nights Minerva Avenue, 1002 Buchanan Street. A week- at the Ryman – Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky ly live music soirée hosted by saxophonist Joe Thunder; August 4: Alice Cooper & Halestorm Johnson, featuring some of Nashville’s best mu- Live at the Opry House; August 6: Slash; sicians, bands and vocalists. minervaavenue.com August 7 & 8: Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band; THURSDAY AND FRIDAY EVENINGS August 11: Herbie Hancock; August 16: Melissa Music at the Frist Etheridge; August 17: Bryan Ferry; August 18: Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway. Enjoy free music Getty Music Presents The Nashville Hymn Sing! in the Cafe or Grand Lobby, 6 pm. fristcenter.org Live at the Opry House; August 19: Brittany Howard; August 21: ACM Honors; August 22: NIGHTLY Common; August 23, 24, 25: Widespread Panic; Live Music at Rudy’s August 29, 30, 31: The Raconteurs and more! Rudy’s Jazz Room, 809 Gleaves Street. Nashville’s Buy tickets at Ryman box office, ryman.com, only jazz club features live music, a New Orleans ticketmaster.com, ticketmaster outlets or call (615) inspired menu, local brews, and tipsy cocktails. 458-8700. rudysjazzroom.com

10 Key_Ad_Half.indd 1 7/9/19 9:48 AM AUGUST 1-4 to take a stand and change her own destiny. SHOWMANCE franklintheatre.com Presented by The Theater Bug at 4809 Gallatin Pike, AUGUST 2-4, 8-11, 15-17 New Life Baptist Church. This original musical gives The Miracle Worker you a quirky back stage tour into the life of a the- 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin. A life-threatening ater kid. Charlotte and Henry, two teens who face illness has left young Helen Keller deaf and blind bullying and intimidation, take you on their journey to the world around her.Twenty-year-old govern- into finding where they belong. thetheaterbug.org ess Annie Sullivan summons disciplined determi- AUGUST 2-3 nation and persistence to open up the world for Sideshow Fringe Festival Helen and teach her that everything has meaning. Presented by Actor’s Bridge at various locations. pull-tight.com Nashville’s progressive performing arts event AUGUST 3, 7, 8, 12, 14, 17, 21, 22, 28 features theater and related live presentations The Music of Nashville: A Magical Journey with a special emphasis on original and innova- Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley tive forms and formats. Dance, music, puppetry, Drive; The Nashville Palace, 2611 McGavock aerial arts, juggling, poetry, and more is show- Pike. Join the incredible cast and band in a his- cased in a multi-venue setting with special free torical 60 year ride through some of Nashville’s outdoor events and family friendly offerings. biggest hits, and the stories behind them! From actorsbridge.org Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, George & Tammy, AUGUST 2-4, 6-11 Conway & Loretta, Kenny & Dolly, through Matilda The Musical Wynonna, Garth Brooks, George Strait, Keith Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street. Inspired by Urban, Miranda Lambert and Taylor Swift, this the twisted genius of Roald Dahl. This musical show brings exciting entertainment unlike any is the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed other. Performed by hot up-and-coming artists with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares

11 performing arts AUGUST 16-18, 22-25, 29-31 Mamma Mia who are backed by a fantastic first-call Nashville Jamison Theater in The Factory at Franklin. Follow band, they will bring you to your feet! Tickets the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for available online, day of show or call (615) 730-8962. her birth father through the story-telling magic of themusicofnashville.com ABBA’s timeless songs, propelling this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship into an unfor- AUGUST 5 Nashville Jazz Machine Reunion Concert gettable show. studiotenn.com City Winery, 609 Lafayette Street. Nashville Jazz AUGUST 16 Orchestra presents Nashville’s original premier Music City Improv jazz ensemble at a special reunion concert. Some Third Coast Comedy Club, Marathon Village, of the world’s greatest jazz musicians are coming 1310 Clinton Avenue. This high octane show from from Los Angeles, New York City, Florida and Nashville’s longest running improv troupe features Nashville to reunite in this once-in-a-lifetime event. live and video sketch comedy. Shows are consid- ered PG-13 and are a mix of short form and long AUGUST 6, 13, 27 The Doyle and Debbie Show form. musiccityimprov.com Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious AUGUST 17 love letter to the country music community and its Family Day 2019 stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted. OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle. Experience a The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, wide variety of diverse, Nashville-based drum, have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off dance, and music ensembles, as well as breathtak- beautifully. Tickets: $20, 7 pm. doyleanddebbie.com ing special guest artists. In addition to thrilling performances, children and parents can engage with AUGUST 8-10, 15-18, 22-24 Southern Fried Nuptials a host of inventive technology and science-based activities that explore how we are connected Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Highway 100. across the globe. All ages. oznashville.com Dewey Frye is dead and the rest of his family is left to pick up the pieces – if they don’t kill each other first. AUGUST 22 Matriarch Dorothy has to contend with sudden wid- Poet’s Corner Featuring Jeff Hardin owhood, but she’s also faced with church-committee Scarritt Bennett Center, Vanderbilt University. Join harpy Ozella Meeks sticking her nose in the family fellow poetry enthusiasts for a monthly reading by business, Dewey’s snake-in-the-grass brother making a featured local poet. Free, open to the public. a grab for her house, and two grown daughters re- scarrittbennett.org living their childhood rivalry. chaffinsbarntheatre.com AUGUST 23-24, 29-31 AUGUST 9-11, 15-18, 22-25 Be More Chill Into The Woods Street Theatre Company, 6727 Charlotte Pike. Z. Alexander Looby Theater, 2301 Rosa L. Parks Jeremy Heere is just an average teenager. That is, Boulevard. A red cape, a strand of golden hair, until he finds out about “The Squip” – a tiny super- a golden shoe, and a white cow. It’s these four computer that promises to bring him everything items that send a baker and his barren wife ‘Into he desires most: a date with Christine, an invite to the Woods’ on a magical journey to reverse an evil the raddest party of the year and a chance to sur- spell in this magical tale of love and adventure! vive life in his suburban New Jersey high school. circleplayers.net streettheatrecompany.org AUGUST 15-18, 22-25, 29-31 AUGUST 24 Summer Shakespeare Bluebird on the Mountain Concerts One C1ty, 8 City Boulevard. This series will feature Vanderbilt University Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman two of Shakespeare’s plays. A classical comedy, The Drive. Atop the highest hilltops in Nashville, guests Tempest, explores the duality of love. The dramatic are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, story of Pericles, a tale of love, loss and redemption. food, and drink and relax on the Observatory’s 5:45 pm: Food and drink vendors; 6 pm: Talking front lawn to enjoy a fabulous evening of sunset, Shakespeare with nightly special guest speakers, music, and stars. After the performance guests are preshow; 7 pm: performance begins. $10 suggest- invited to view the sky through the observatory’s ed donation. nashvilleshakes.org telescope. vanderbilt.edu 12 13 YNaoshuvi lleA's Onlyr Aen imIal-Tnhevmietded Masquerade Event August 10, 2019 | 6-11 PM The Factory in Franklin Benefiting Agape Animal Rescue Tickets available at agapeanimalball.org The grandest event in Agape's history will feature dinner, dancing, special performances, silent and live auctions, games and more. Dress in your best Under the Sea themed formal wear and win prizes! The ball is being held in honor of the many animals and families whose lives have been changed through the Agape program over the past 15 years.

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20 Show, with songs made famous by legendary art- Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs! ists and today’s superstars. See stars such as “Opry (615) 514-3000, rainforestcafe.com Star” Jeannie Seely, “Rising Star” Zach Janson, Diana Murrell and others. Great Southern Buffet is Skull’s Rainbow Room at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Reservations 222 Printers Alley. Skull’s Rainbow Room is a tribute recommended. Dinner and show is $47.95, show to David “Skull” Schulman and the former fine din- only is $30. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, ing establishments of Nashville’s historic Printers nashvillenightlife.com Alley. Chef Gannon Leary’s critically acclaimed menu showcases a continental twist on American Nudie’s Honky Tonk classics. Premium cocktails and an eclectic beer 409 Broadway. The world famous Nudie’s Honky and wine list complement the award winning cui- Tonk on Broadway resides in a 100-year-old his- sine. Skull’s pays homage to the entertainment of toric three-story building housing millions of yesteryear with burlesque and live music nightly. dollars of rare country music memorabilia, cos- Etta James, Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, tumes, multiple bars, two stages featuring live Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, music and Southern style comfort food for guests. Joni Mitchell, Jerry Lee Lewis, and comedian Andy Open 11 am–3 am daily, this attraction features Griffith have all graced the original checker-board the longest bar in Music City at over 100 feet. stage. skullsrainbowroom.com nudieshonkytonk.com The Smiling Elephant Rainforest Café 2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restau- This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills rant regaled by the locals. Their mission is to serve is an adventure through a realistic indoor rain- healthy, authentic Thai cuisine at a reasonable forest with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and price. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All giant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, dishes use the freshest ingredients. Enjoy exqui- Cajun and Caribbean flavors, ranging from exotic site food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon to traditional. The children’s menu will please your entering. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com little “wild ones.” Don’t forget to stop by the Retail

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njoy shopping the many cool areas Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and eand gift shops around town. In addition Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is home to great vacation memories, you’ll be itching to to a variety of family dining and entertainment ven- buy something to take home from Nashville! ues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Claim Downtown, Midtown, the Gulch, Marathon Village, Jumper and Madame Tussauds Wax Attraction. Elliston Place, 12South, 8th Avenue, Hillsboro And in true Nashville fashion, live performances Village, Green Hills, Sylvan Park, Berry Hill, East and musical entertainment are regularly provided Nashville, Music Valley, and more areas throughout on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage. and surrounding Music City. 65 South The Johnny Cash Museum Store Located in Opry Mills Mall just steps away from the 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring Johnny Cash permanent home of the Grand Ole Opry, 65 South merchandise including t-shirts and other apparel, has everything Nashville all in one place, including mugs, backpacks, tote bags, and more. Call (615) items from The Bluebird Café, the Nashville tele- 256-1777 or visit johnnycashmuseum.com. vision show and, of course, fashion apparel and The Mall at Green Hills accessories you need to outfit your southern style. 2126 Abbott Martin Road. This high-end mall Opry Originals has more than 100 stores and restaurants on two Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway main floors, including Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous Burberry, and The RH Design Galleries. “Lower Broadway” area known around the world Opry Mills Mall for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic Tennessee’s largest outlet and value retail shop- country music attractions, Opry Originals brings ping, dining and entertainment destination with together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry more than 200 stores, including several first-in- and country music’s contemporary culture for a market name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ impres- shopping experience like no other. sive roster of designer outlet stores include: Coach The Opry Shop Factory Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, Polo 2804 Opryland Drive. Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop, 5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley and located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the more. Other popular value retailers include Bed place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all Bath & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Disney ages. Open seven days a week. Ryman Auditorium Gift Shop 2213 8th Ave. S. Open lunch and dinner— 116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. Find ex- clusive Ryman merchandise including CDs, DVDs, (615) 891-4488 Mon.-Fri. Open for dinner Sat. posters, prints, books and apparel. Make your own custom t-shirt at the activity station! Open seven days a week. The Tennessee Museum Store 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. The perfect place to shop for Tennessee crafts, jewelry, books, toys and other items. Discount offered to museum members, state employees and military personnel. Woodcuts Gallery and Framing 1613 Jefferson Street, (615) 321-5357. Offering hundreds of open and limited edition prints, seri- graphs, original pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast custom framing. woodcutsfineart.com 22 23 attractions

Bicentennial Mall State Park pear this month include Martina McBride, Kelsea 600 James Robertson Parkway. A public park with Ballerini, Dustin Lynch, Russell Dickerson, the statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell tow- Oak Ridge Boys, Randy Houser, Craig Morgan, ers, an amphitheater and home to the Nashville Crystal Gayle, and more! Shows Tuesday, Farmers’ Market. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday at 7 pm. For tickets, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. Bike the Greenway Bicycle Rentals Briley Parkway (TN-155) at Two Rivers Parkway Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours (Exit 10). Two Rivers Park Trailhead is within min- Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer utes of Gaylord Opryland Resort, Music Valley visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400- Drive Hotels, and Nashville Airport Hotels, and seat venue and country’s most famous show, in- offers miles of dedicated greenway. Hourly cluding themed dressing rooms, the artists’ en- or half-day rentals. Call (615) 920-1388 or visit trance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours bikethegreenway.net to arrange your bike rental are available seven days a week. Tours are also and transfer to trailhead (if needed). available following most Opry performances with video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a- Centennial Park lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP 2500 West End Avenue. The city’s premier park tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call features the iconic Parthenon and statue Athena, (615) 871-OPRY. a one-mile walking trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, historical monuments, beautiful gar- Historic RCA Studio B dens, dog park, exercise trail and much more. 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one of the world’s most important recording studios Cheekwood Estate & Gardens where more than 35,000 songs were brought 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gar- to life, including Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” and dens and historic house museum with American, many hits by Elvis. Tours depart hourly between European, and contemporary art. cheekwood.org 10:30 am–2:30 pm daily from the Country Music Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum Hall of Fame® and Museum. (615) 416-2001, 2222 Fifth Avenue South. Experience the history countrymusichalloffame.com of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, The Huckabee Show entertaining films, interactive displays, and an in- Huckabee Theater, 30 Music Village Boulevard,15 credible array of costumes and instruments at the minutes north of Nashville, in Hendersonville, largest popular music museum in the world. Sing TN. Be part of a live studio audience and enjoy Me Back Home, the museum’s permanent exhibit, news, music, entertainment and fun with former tells the story of country music from its pre-com- Governor of Arkansas, Mike Huckabee and his spe- mercial roots in the nineteenth century through its cial guests! You must be 16 years of age to attend a vibrant life today. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. Package live taping. Tickets are free. Register and get show upgrades available, and be sure to include a tour taping dates online or call 833-HUCKABEE for of historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis and others more information. Seating is at 6:30 pm. Tapings recorded over 35,000 songs. Shop the Museum are weekly. Walk-ins are welcome! huckabeetix.tv Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two Twenty•Two Grill and Catering. (615) 416-2001, Johnny Cash Museum countrymusichalloffame.org 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring the largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the Frist Art Museum world, the museum has everything from his earli- 919 Broadway. Spacious galleries in a magnificent est childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. art deco building, beautiful gift shop and café din- Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black’s life with ing. fristcenter.org stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive tech- Grand Ole Opry nology and include stage costumes, instruments, 2804 Opryland Drive. The world’s longest-running personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs live radio show features the best in country, blue- as well as artifacts from family members and no- grass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to ap- table friends.Experience a three-dimensional walk

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26 through the life and legend of this international attractions icon. From handwritten lyrics for “I Walk the Line” and “Folsom Prison Blues,” to a stone wall from The Lotz House Johnny and June’s home in Hendersonville, this 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin. Come to The museum holds the true essence of the man. Find Lotz House for the compelling story of the Battle the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, appar- of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques el and rare collectibles in the Museum store. No of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction trip to Nashville would be complete without a vis- in Franklin features guided tours daily. There is it to the Johnny Cash Museum. Bongo Java Cafe a value ticket available which includes Carnton serves coffee and coffee drinks as well as gourmet Plantation and The Carter House, located across cafe foods. Open 9 am–6 pm seven days a week. the street. (615) 790-7190, LotzHouse.com (615) 256-1777, johnnycashmuseum.com The Music of Nashville®: A Magical Journey Lane Motor Museum Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive; 702 Murfreesboro Pike. Discover unique vehicles The Nashville Palace, 2611 McGavock Pike. [“These from A to Z. One of the few museums in North are great performers!”—Mickey Gilley] Join the in- America to specialize in European cars, with over credible cast and band in a historical 60 year ride 150 cars and motorcycles on display from all over through some of Nashville’s biggest hits, and the the world. “100 Years of Leyat”, is a fascinating ex- stories behind them. From Hank Williams, Patsy hibit that explores the many ideas of Marcel Leyat Cline, George & Tammy, Conway & Loretta, Kenny – from propeller-driven cars and flight trainers to his & Dolly, through Wynonna, Garth Brooks, George invention of an alternative method of musical no- Strait, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert and Taylor tation – is on permanent display. Over 45 marques Swift, this show brings exciting entertainment unlike representing North and South America, Asia, and any other. Performed by hot up-and-coming artists Europe. This is not your typical car museum! Open who are backed by a fantastic first-call Nashville Thursday–Monday, 10 am–5 pm. Admission: Adults band, they will bring you to your feet! Tickets avail- (18–64) $12; Seniors 65+ $8; Youth (6–17) $3; free for able online, day of show or call (615) 730-8962. See 5 and under. (615) 742-7445, lanemuseum.org discount on back cover. themusicofnashville.com

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29 attractions the King in Music City, where he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward chronicling the state’s rich history and leading vis- to seeing it again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s long- itors though the Museum’s permanent collection, time drummer. Audiences continue to give stand- a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galler- ing ovations at every show. A must-see show while ies, a state-of-the art digital learning center and in Nashville. To order tickets, please call us directly a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include signif- (615) 758-0098. Seating at 6:30 pm. Showtime is 7 icant artifacts related to the state’s history, along pm. Box office opens at 10 am, day of show. Plenty with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photo- of free parking! thenashvilleking.com graphs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum’s The Upper Room Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and 1908 Grand Avenue, weapons are among the finest in the nation. Free midtown. An active admission. tnmuseum.org chapel and museum, Tribute To The King 1953–1977 The Upper Room fea- Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. tures a nearly life-size On Mondays and select Thursdays, Celebrating wood carving of da our 20th season, over 1,100 shows! This high-en- Vinci’s The Last Supper, permanent and season- ergy, live musical bi- al exhibits, as well as a peaceful garden. View ography starring John Christian artwork dating back to the 12th century, Beardsley features all a Madonna and Child Gallery exhibit, 100 nativi- six eras of the King’s ty scenes during the Christmas holidays, and a career, including over Ukrainian egg display during Lent and Easter. Come 30 songs and five cos- experience the tranquility of the Upper Room tume changes, and has amid the city’s tumult. Open Monday–Thursday, 8 thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to am–4:30 pm, Friday 8 am–12:30 pm. Closed hol- Russia. The legend lives on in Nashville’s first and idays and weekends. Call (615) 340-7207 or visit only continuously running show paying tribute to chapel.upperroom.org.

The Upper Room Chapel, Museum, and Bookstore A Space for Prayer and Reflection in the Heart of Music City

n View the life-sized woodcarving of Leonardo da Vinci’s painting, The Last Supper in our Chapel n Pray in our Agape Garden n Learn through Christian art exhibits in the Museum n Buy books and gifts in our bookstore

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