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NOVEMBER 1-3, 7-10 this month’s feature Hermitage Ghost Tours Ryman Auditorium Tours Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane. 116 Fifth Avenue North, downtown. This Follow your guide on an exciting lantern-led voyage National Historic Landmark is most famous as into The Hermitage mansion and to Jackson’s tomb the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943– while telling spooky stories about Battle of New 1974. Guided tours* will take you on a journey Orleans, Andrew Jackson and the Bell Witch. Please with a knowledgeable guide through back- arrive early as tours will begin on time and we don’t stage dressing rooms and tell you insightful want any souls left behind. Times: 7:30 pm and 9:30 stories about the stars who have graced the pm. Cost: $35. Rain or shine. thehermitage.com Ryman stage. Be sure to visit the Hatch Show NOVEMBER 3 Gallery, the gift shop and stop in Cafe Lula at Wine Down Main Street the Ryman for a bite to eat. Self-guided tours Downtown Franklin. Listen to live music, enjoy are $20 for adults and $15 for children ages sampling from over 170 wines, and taste food from 4–11. Backstage tours are $30 and $25 for over 30 regional restaurants at this annual benefit children. To buy tour tickets, go to ryman.com for Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee. This is or call (615) 889-3060. See Page 8 for lineup. a 21+ event. winedownmainstreet.com *when available NOVEMBER 3, 4 TUESDAYS, FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS Fairgrounds Speedway Grand Ole Opry Fairgrounds Speedway, 625 Smith Avenue. Join us for our Annual All-American 400. Saturday: Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every grandstand gates open at 2:30 pm, the green Tuesday, Friday and Saturday in November. Since flag falls at 5:30 pm; Sunday: grandstand gates 1925, country’s best have mesmerized audiences at open at 12 noon, driver autograph session at 1 the Opry, the show that made country music famous. pm, green flag falls at 2 pm. Children 13 and un- While performances from both legendary entertain- der dressed in costume will receive free entry to ers and the latest country music acts are the norm, grandstands. Bring your own bucket for treats. when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy bluegrass fairgroundsspeedwaynashville.com bands, comedy, and more. The show moves downtown to its most famous former home, the historic NOVEMBER 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25 Ryman Auditorium, for the winter months. See the Jazz in the Courtyard new stars, superstars, and legends of country mu- Arrington Vineyards and Winery, 6211 Patton sic on the stage where many of them got their start Road, Arrington. Live jazz fills the air in the court- and some are experiencing the thrill for the very yard tent, and bluegrass bands will perform by the first time. Artists scheduled to appear this month in- Grand Barn. Bring a picnic dinner, enjoy a bottle clude Little Big Town, Luke Combs, Carly Pearce, of our wine, and take in a relaxed evening at the Kelsea Ballerini, the Charlie Daniels Band, Dustin rolling hillsides of Arrington Vineyards. Tables are Lynch, and more! For Opry tickets and information available on a first come, first serve basis, but feel visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. free to bring your own blanket or outdoor folding chairs. Saturdays 4–8 pm, Sundays 2–6 pm. Free NOVEMBER 2, 6, 12, 13, 29, 30 The Huckabee Show admission. arringtonvineyards.com 30 Music Village Boulevard, Hendersonville. Be NOVEMBER 3, 17, 19, 21, 25, 27, 29 part of a live studio audience and enjoy news, mu- Nashville Predators Home Games sic, entertainment and fun with former Governor of Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL Arkansas, Mike Huckabee and his special guests! hockey in Smashville on Nov. 3 vs. Boston Bruins; Tickets are free. For ages 16+. Seating at 6:30 Nov. 17 vs. Los Angeles Kings; Nov. 19 vs. Tampa pm. Walk-ins welcome! Register online or call Bay Lightning; Nov. 21 vs. St. Louis Blues; Nov. 833-HUCKABEE for more info. huckabeetix.tv 25 vs. Anaheim Ducks; Nov. 27 vs. Colorado 3 Greater Nashville

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4 Avalanche; Nov. 29 vs. Phoenix Coyotes. All games events at 7 pm. Check the website for Preds Official Watch Party locations, which include giveaways 260 merchants from all over the U.S. Find unique and raffles for prizes. predators.nhl.com seasonal and gift items, including toys for all ages, clothing for children and adults, jewelry, food, pot- NOVEMBER 4 Fall Colors Hike at Shelby Bottoms tery, collectibles and unusual pieces for the “per- son who has everything.” Tickets: $10/door or on- Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson line, $8/advance at select SunTrust Bank locations Street. Join us for a lovely walk in autumn near the and Vanderbilt Concierge. Parking $5. Children peak of the fall tree colors: oaks, gums, elms, and age 9 and under free. Friday 9 am–9 pm; Saturday hickories. We will walk paved and natural trails for a 9 am–6 pm; Sunday 12–6 pm. christmasvillage.org total of three flat miles. All ages welcome. No reg- istration required. 10 am–12 noon. nashville.gov OPENING NOVEMBER 9 A Country Christmas NOVEMBER 8-10 Gaylord Opryland Hotel, 2800 Opryland Drive. The Blue & Gray Days magic of the Christmas season comes to life with Carter House, Carnton Plantation, 1345 Eastern more than two million twinkling lights, an outdoor Flank Circle, Franklin. Guests will meet Civil War Nativity display, stunningly decorated Christmas re-enactors and get hands-on experience with trees, and much more. Walk through our signature clothes, trades, and weapons of the past. This liv- holiday attraction, Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole ing history experience is the perfect field trip and Christmas!, 2 million pounds of colorful interac- great for families. boft.org tive ice sculptures hand-carved by 40 artisans from NOVEMBER 9-11 Harbin, China. Nov. 16–Dec. 25: Grammy Award- Christmas Village winning Country superstar Trace Adkins will enter- Tennessee State Fairgrounds. Get a head start tain fans with Christmas standards and Celtic classics on holiday shopping! Nashville’s oldest and most for a holiday dinner show to remember. Nov. 16– prestigious consumer show attracts more than Dec. 28: Cirque Dreams Holidaze will light up the

Key_Ad_Half.indd 1 10/9/18 9:56 AM events Planetarium Laser Shows Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Grand Ole Opry House to delight audiences with Boulevard. Enjoy watching a wide array of music new and astonishing acts, colossal costumes, grand brought to life with incredible fulldome digital im- music and an encore of memorable signature favor- agery, brilliant lasers and millions of stars! Three ites. Nov. 17–Jan. 1: Ice Skating under the stars on laser shows each evening feature a different our 7,000-square-foot outdoor ice rink. soundtrack. See a single show or make it a full evening and buy tickets for all three shows! Music of NOVEMBER 10 Nashville Marathon and 1/2 Marathon The Beatles at 5:30 pm; Michael Jackson at 6:30 pm; Queen at 7:30 pm; Queen: Heaven celebrates First Tennessee Park, Fifth Avenue North. Out-of- the four famous stars of Queen [explicit] at 8:30 pm. towners and locals will love this route through some adventuresci.org of Nashville’s most beautiful and historic scenery. The Gulch, East Nashville, and other lively neigh- NOVEMBER 16 borhoods will cheer you on with full support as you Nashville Farmers’ Market Night Market run. You will be energized and fully “Nashville-ized” 900 Rosa Parks Boulevard. Shop and dine with as you finish the last quarter mile on a triumphant various local artisans, restaurants and shops, downhill through the honkytonks of Broadway. locally raised meats, freshly baked desserts, New this year, we have a Relay option for you to seasonal cocktails, craft beer, local wine, and enjoy with your team of friends! The ensuing block more! All are welcome for live music and fam- party will fully reward your accomplishment with ily-friendly activities. 5–9 pm. Free admission. music, food and exhibitors. whatdoyourunfor.com nashvillefarmersmarket.org Sip TN Wine Festival NOVEMBER 23-25 Farmers’ Market , 900 Rosa Parks Boulevard. Sip, Nashville Flea Market savor and purchase bottles of your favorite wines. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Avenue, Enjoy live music, artisan crafts, gourmet good and Indoors and outdoors! You’ll find a huge variety of local wines from over 20 wine producers. 11 am–5 gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts, pm, tickets: $45-125. tools, housewares, handmade clothing, and hundreds of thousands of other items each month, at Making Merry Street Festival one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Free Bransford Avenue. Bring the kids and pups and admission; parking $5. nashvilleexpocenter.org kick off your holiday in style from 9 am–4 pm in the heart of Berry Hill. Activities include entertainment, NOVEMBER 23-30 artisans, egg nog drinking and pie eating contests, Holiday Lights at Cheekwood Winter Wonderland tent for kids and storytime Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art, with Santa, cookie decorating and ornament-mak- 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Delight in the joy of the ing, food trucks, free samples and giveaways, and holiday season with one million lights illuminat- surprises throughout the day. Awards for pets who ing the gardens. Holiday Lights is a timed-ticket- come decked for the event. berryhilldistrict.com ed event with two evening time slots available. Arrivals begin at 5 pm and run until 7 pm with late Nashville Denim Days 2018 evening arrivals beginning at 7 pm running until Marathon Music Works, 1402 Clinton Street. This 9 pm. See real reindeer, Santa, holiday carolers, indigo-soaked shopping event will include interac- and relax at the s’mores pits. Seasonal drinks and tive displays, indigo dyeing workshops, new denim food truck goodness will be available for purchase. designers as well as established brands, and denim cheekwood.org mills alongside in-store events, a vintage denim market, and parties. A street bazaar will include NOVEMBER 30 food, live entertainment, games, art, and more! 11 The 154th Anniversary of the Battle of am–6 pm, denim-days.com Franklin and Annual Illumination Carter House and Carnton Plantation, 1345 NOVEMBER 11 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. To commemorate Titans Football the Sesquicentennial of the Battle of Franklin, Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way. It’s football fever in 10,000 luminaries, representing the casualties of Nashville! Come cheer on the Tennessee Titans vs. the battle, will be lit at dusk. This event is free to New England Patriots at 12 noon. titansonline.com the public. boft.org

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OPRY MILLS MALL | (615) 649-0785 www.claimjumper.com 7 Tokens Show with Lee C. Camp & Friends; Nov. performing 19: Christmas 4 Kids Benefit; Nov. 20: Opry at The Ryman; Nov. 21: Michael McDonald Season arts Peace: Holiday & Hits Tour; Nov. 23, 24: Opry at The Ryman; Nov. 25: Manchester Orchestra & The Front Bottoms with Brother Bird; Nov. 27: Opry at The Ryman; Nov. 28, 29: Amy Grant & Vince Gill Christmas at the Ryman Nov. 30: Opry at The Ryman. Buy tickets at Ryman box office, ryman.com, ticketmaster.com, ticketmaster out- lets or call (615) 458-8700. SUNDAY AFTERNOONS Jazz Sundays NOVEMBER AT THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY Tennessee Brew Works, 809 Ewing Avenue. Enjoy Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony live jazz every Sunday from 2–6 pm. tnbrew.com Place. Ticket packages may be purchased from the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687- 6401. Become SUNDAY EVENINGS a season ticket holder and receive added ben- Bluegrass Jam efits! Concerts this month: Nov. 2, 3: Russian Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admis- Masters; Nov. 4: Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer and sion on Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere lis- Zakir Hussain (without orchestra); Nov. 8-10: The tening room for bluegrass and roots music. “Cold Mavericks with the Nashville Symphony; Nov. beer, hot pickin’ and friends you won’t meet until 11: The Music of the Rolling Stones with the you get here.” Showtime 8 pm. stationinn.com Nashville Symphony; Nov. 16, 17: Stravinsky, TUESDAY EVENINGS Ravel & Strauss; Nov. 18: Maxwell: 50 Intimate Acoustic Pickin’ Party Nights Live with special guest Marsha Ambrosius Centennial Black Box Theater, 211 27th Avenue (without orchestra); Nov. 20: Jim James: Solo North. Bring an acoustic instrument and join the Acoustic with special guest Alynda Segarra from circle, 7–9 pm. All styles of music, including origi- Hurray for the Riff Raff (without orchestra); Nov. 25: nals. Great for developing chops, and learning Brubeck Brothers Quartet; Nov. 27: An Evening new tunes. Bring a couple tunes you’d like to play with Annie Leibovitz (without orchestra); Nov. 29, and an open mind. Ages 12–up. nashville.gov 30: Martina McBride: The Joy of Christmas with the Nashville Symphony. nashvillesymphony.org. WEDNESDAY EVENINGS AND SATURDAY AFTERNOONS NOVEMBER AT THE RYMAN AUDITORIUM The Music of Nashville: A Magical Journey 116 Fifth Avenue North. This stellar venue is a six- Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley time winner of Pollstar’s Concert Theatre of the Drive. Take a historical 60 year ride through some Year award and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of of Nashville’s biggest hits, and the stories behind Country Music’s Venue of the Year. This month’s them! Performed by hot up-and-coming artists who outstanding lineup: Nov. 1: Lake Street Dive; are backed by a fantastic first-call Nashville band, Nov. 2, 3: Opry at The Ryman; Nov. 4: Julien they will bring you to your feet! Tickets available Baker and Phoebe Bridgers with Lucy Dacus; online, day of show or call (615) 969-6349. (more info Nov. 5: Bob Weir and Wolf Bros feat. Don Was on page 27, see Back Cover) themusicofnashville.com and Jay Lane; Nov. 6: Opry at The Ryman; Nov. THURSDAY EVENINGS 7: Amy Schumer; Nov. 8: Tori Kelly: Hiding Place Speakeasy Swing at Rudys Tour; Nov. 9, 10: Opry at The Ryman; Nov. 11: Rudy’s Jazz Room, 809 Gleaves Street. Nashville’s Jeanne Robertson; Nov. 12: Iron & Wine with only jazz club features 1930s-1940s live music with OHMME; Nov. vintage swing dancing, a New Orleans inspired 13: Opry at The menu and tipsy cocktails. rudysjazzroom.com Ryman; Nov. 14, 15: The Beach THURSDAY AND FRIDAY EVENINGS Boys; Nov. 16, Music at the Frist 17: Opry at The Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway. Enjoy free music Ryman; Nov. 18: in the Cafe or Grand Lobby, 6 pm. fristcenter.org

8 FRIDAY AND SATURDAY EVENINGS ises musical performances, imaginative interviews, Ray Stevens Show and unpredictable fun. wmarocks.com CabaRay Showroom, 5724 River Road. Ray NOVEMBER 1-3 Stevens and his fabulous A-Team band will take A Doll’s House, Part 2 you down memory lane with songs and stories Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing from Ray’s legendary career. Showtime 7:30 pm, Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Who says pup- dinner seating at 6 pm. Come early to experi- pet shows are just for kids? Join the Rep on a mu- ence the rockin’ Piano Bar with live music from 5 sical tour through Avenue Q, where humans and pm until showtime and post show until closing. puppets alike confront the everyday challenges of (615) 327-4630, raystevenscabaray.com adult life: falling in love, finding your purpose, and SATURDAY EVENINGS fighting the urge to stay in your apartment forever. Bye Bye Liver: The Nashville Drinking Play Packed with irreverent numbers such as “It Sucks Blue Bar and Rack Room, 1911 Broadway. This fast- to Be Me,” this musical will have you crying with paced sketch comedy takes a satirical look at the laughter, nodding in agreement, and wondering drinking culture every Saturday night. Audience just when you started to care so much about the members participate in Would You Rather, Name personal lives of puppets. nashvillerep.org That Tune, and more. byebyeliver.com/nashville NOVEMBER 1-4 NOVEMBER 1 Anne and Emmett Nashville House Concerts Cox/Lewis Theatre, Tennessee State University War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Avenue Performing Arts Center. Theater trailblazer Dr. North. This unique Nashville experience is hosted Thomas Edward Poag established the TSU theater by Sirius XM radio personality Storme Warren, program in 1939, presenting a varied repertoire and features a diverse blend of talent from chart- of theatrical productions featuring TSU students, topping artists, music legends, rising stars, accom- faculty, and professional guest artists. tnstate.edu/ plished songwriters, and more. Every show prom- communications/theater

9 performing arts “good girl” Winnie Foster meets the energetic teenager Jesse Tuck, who leads her on an unex- NOVEMBER 1-3, 8-10 pected, magical journey. Based on the best-selling Brooklyn The Musical novel by Natalie Babbitt, this heartfelt Broadway Z. Alexander Looby Theater, 2301 Rosa L. Parks musical is full of soaring melodies and mischief. Boulevard. Brooklyn The Musical is a story within a nashvillechildrenstheatre.org story. On the outside you have a troupe of street NOVEMBER 9, 10, 16, 17 performers who are sharing a story from their lives, Little Women using it to help you see them as people too. Then Street Theatre Company, 6727 Charlotte Pike. there is the story they tell – the story of a young girl Based on the cherished novel by Louisa May Alcott, who comes to the U.S. to find the father she never Little Women tells the story of the four March Girls, knew. Together these stories create a show that is Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy, as they grow to adulthood both touching and inspiring, drawing the audience in Civil War era New England. The girls endure hard- into a live theater experience to remember. street- ships and loss, but their courage, their love for each theatrecompany.org other, and the strength of their family bond never NOVEMBER 6, 13, 27 fade. This adaptation stays very close to the origi- The Doyle and Debbie Show nal text and is especially popular with those who Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious truly love the book. An evening with sensible Meg, love letter to the country music community and its headstrong Jo, quiet Beth and lively Amy makes a stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted. wonderful and moving theatrical experience for the The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, whole family. streettheatrecompany.org have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off NOVEMBER 9-11 beautifully. Tickets: $20, 7 pm. doyleanddebbie.com Three Decembers NOVEMBER 8-10, 16-18, 23-25, 30 Noah Liff Opera Center, 3622 Redmon Street. Disney’s The Little Mermaid Broadway star Madeline Mitchell and her grown Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton Street. children, Bea and Charlie, struggle to know and After adventuring beyond her white picket fence, love each other over the course of three different

art crawls NOVEMBER 2 – Downtown Franklin Friday Art Crawl Charming shops and galleries, live music and refreshments make Franklin a great place to be 6–9 pm. franklinartscene.com NOVEMBER 3 – Downtown Nashville Saturday Art Crawl Fifth Avenue of the Arts, Historic Arcade, Eighth Avenue, Broadway. The festive atmosphere and participating venues welcome you to galleries open 6–9 pm, with trolleys making a con- tinuous loop 6–10 pm. nashvilledowntown.com/play NOVEMBER 3 – Arts & Music at Wedgewood/Houston Minutes from downtown, Wedgewood/Houston is rich with art rea galleries and music culture. Check out groundbreaking art from the art- a offer rare op- ist run spaces on Chestnut Street to the commercial galleries on portunities to view Hagan Street along with popups, beginning at 6 pm. am-wh.com diverse exhibitions NOVEMBER 10 – East Side Art Stumble featuring many genres East Nashville. Galleries, businesses, and studios stretch across of artwork. Some ven- the neighborhoods of East Nashville and Inglewood. Saturday ues present live music, event from 6-9, rain or shine. eastsideartstumble.com and many serve com- NOVEMBER 24 – Jefferson Street Art Crawl plimentary wine. These The crawl happens up and down Jefferson, starting at the Garden monthly gatherings are Brunch Cafe near Rosa Parks and ending at One Drop Ink Tattoo an opportunity to meet at Jefferson and 28th. The monthly event engages community the artists, buy and and highlights art along this historic art corridor as well as the support their work. North Nashville Community. facebook.com/jsactn

10 11 performing arts NOVEMBER 15 Poet’s Corner with Catherine Moore holiday seasons, each ten years apart. Through its Scarritt Bennett Center, Vanderbilt University. Join melodic soundtrack, this emotional, often humor- fellow poetry enthusiasts for a monthly reading by ous, drama explores how to love and embrace the a featured local poet. Free and open to the public. family we are given. Come see why the Wall Street scarrittbennett.org Journal calls Jake Heggie “the world’s most popu- NOVEMBER 15 lar 21st century opera composer.” Featuring the Ghosted by Tony Perrin Nashville Opera Orchestra, and sung in English OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle. Ghosted with projected English titles. Some adult language is a contemporary art experience is curated by and themes. nashvilleopera.org Nashville artist Tony Perrin and uses movement, NOVEMBER 9-11, 15-18, 22-24 jewelry, photography and other disciplines. Perrin The Romancers begins with an exploration of the varied meanings Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Avenue. of “ghost,” including the noun that implies soul Presented by ACT 1 (Artists’ Cooperative Theatre), or spirit, the verb that refers to gliding smoothly a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing the- and effortlessly, and the recently popular term for atrical gems, both classic and modern, to Nashville abruptly ending a relationship without explanation audiences. Performances on Thursday, Friday, or further communication. To be “ghosted” is to Saturday at 7:30 pm, Sunday matinees at 2:30 pm. know what it means to reside in limbo, an end with- darkhorsetheater.com, tickets.act1online.com out boundaries, a disconnection without finality. NOVEMBER 13-18 Admission: $25 adults; $12.50 for children 12 and Irving Berlin’s White Christmas under. oznashville.com Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing NOVEMBER 15-17, 23-24, 28-30 Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. This timeless Elf: The Musical tale of joy and goodwill tells the story of a song- Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Highway 100. and-dance team putting on a show in a magical Based on the beloved holiday film, this fish-out-of- Vermont inn and falling for a stunning sister act in water musical comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his the process. Full of dancing, laughter and some of quest to find his true identity. Nashville’s original the greatest songs ever written! Give everyone the barn and most unique dining and entertainment ex- gift they’re dreaming of with this merry and bright perience offers a premium buffet and professional holiday musical. tpac.org theater. dinnertheatre.com

especially for kids es carefully! Showtimes 10:30 am and 11:30 am. Recommended for ages 6-12, but all are welcome. Wishing Chair Puppet Productions Nashville Public Library Children’s Theatre, 615 SATURDAY MORNINGS Church Street. Enjoy 30-minute enchanting pro- Kidsville Story Time ductions, free of charge. Limited free parking for Inside The Parthenon, 2500 West End Avenue. 1-1/2 hours in the library’s parking garage. Kids ages 12 and younger Tuesday & Wednesday Morning Story Time: will explore a different week- Meet the Professor, Library Pete, and Mary ly theme and create a related Mary as they sing, juggle and read books piece of art. Free, 11–11:45 with puppet friends Tommy Dog, Cedric am. kidsvilleonline.org the Dragon, J.J. the Lamb, Spanish Fox, and Saturday Storytime Jimmy Giraffe. Showtimes 9:30 am, 10:30 am, Parnassus Books, 3900 11:30 am. For ages 6 and under. Hillsboro Pike, Suite 14. Friday & Saturday Mornings: The Stop in for stories, giggles, Stonecutter, Nov 2-17. Based on a traditional and songs every Saturday Asian folktale and featuring Bunraku pup- morning! For children 6 petry, this story teaches two life lessons: be and younger, 10:30 am. happy with who you are and make your wish- parnassusbooks.net

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13 performing arts Ralphie Parker’s family, your mouth gets washed with soap, the neighbor’s dogs devour your oven- NOVEMBER 16 fresh turkey and those carols are replaced with Music City Improv choruses of “You’ll shoot your eye out.” Because Third Coast Comedy Club, Marathon Village, nothing says Christmas like a leg lamp, pink bunny 1310 Clinton Avenue. This high octane show from pajamas and sticking your tongue to the frozen Nashville’s longest running improv troupe features flag pole! nashvillerep.org live and video sketch comedy. Shows are consid- NOVEMBER 24 ered PG-13 and are a mix of short form and long The Hip Hop Nutcracker form. musiccityimprov.com James K. Polk Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts NOVEMBER 18 Center, 505 Deaderick Street. A holiday mash-up for Scott Hamilton and Friends on Ice the entire family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker is a con- Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Olympic figure temporary work set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless music, skating champion Scott Hamilton and Grammy performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen all- Award-winning music superstar Sheryl Crow star dancers, DJ and violinist. Through the spells will co-host this benefit for the Scott Hamilton cast by the mysterious Drosselmeyer, Maria-Clara CARES Foundation (Cancer Alliance for Research, and her prince travel back in time to the moment Education and Survivorship). Celebrated figure when her parents first meet in a nightclub. Digital skaters with a combined 20+ Olympic medals will scenery transforms E.T.A. Hoffmann’s story of a skate simultaneously to live music performances palace of sugarplums into a romance set in 1980’s from Brothers Osborne, Florida Georgia Line, Brooklyn. The dance work celebrates love, commu- Steve Cropper, and more. Special guest host will nity and the magic of New Year’s Eve. tpac.org be Kristi Yamaguchi. scottcares.org NOVEMBER 24 NOVEMBER 18 Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute Rodeo & Juliet Mercy Lounge, 1 Cannery Row. The Southeast’s Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin. premier Fleetwood Mac tribute band blends Songwriter Paul Overstreet will join hosts Chris and perfect harmonies, precise instrumentation, in a Jan Harris for an intimate and fun evening of origi- visually engaging stage show. The six members’ nal songs and the timeless classics of American diverse background, coupled with their profes- Roots music. franklintheatre.com sional approach to the craft, has propelled them to their status as one of the most highly regarded NOVEMBER 23-24 String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music tribute bands in the country. For ages 18 and older. and Puppetry mercylounge.com Ford Theater, Country Music Hall of Fame® and NOVEMBER 29, 30 Museum, 222 Fifth Avenue South. Marionettes, A Christmas Carol, the Musical rod puppetry, shadow animation, and an ever- The Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike. The changing set are used to tell country music history theater presents thrilling performances for family as it relates to Nashville’s transformation into Music audiences and scrumptious dining at an affordable City. Experience this exciting true story through price. thelarrykeetontheatre.org nearly one hundred puppets, ranging from the NOVEMBER 30 Carter Family to Johnny Cash to Taylor Swift. Co- A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play presented by Nashville Public Library’s Wishing 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin. For many of us, Chair Productions. countrymusichalloffame.org Christmas isn’t Christmas without the opportu- NOVEMBER 23-25, 28-30 nity to see some form of this beloved story, but A Christmas Story how to keep it fresh? For the first time we pres- Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing ent this live 1940s radio broadcast version of the Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Nashville Dickens classic, in which a small group of actors Repertory Theatre presents this all-American holi- brings the story to life complete with vintage day classic, based on humorist Jean Shepherd’s commercials, live sound effects, and musical un- memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. derscoring to lead Scrooge through his journey Ah, the holidays! Spending time with family, enjoy- of discovering the true meaning of Christmas ing home cooked meals and singing carols. But in and of life. pull-tight.com

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IMPORTANT NUMBERS 501 Broadway ��(615) 259-4747 Police non-emergency ��(615) 862-8600 (in the glass tower of the Bridgestone Arena at Fire non-emergency ��(615) 862-5421 Fifth and Broadway) 150 Fourth Avenue North ��(615) 259-4700 CAB COMPANIES (One Nashville Place, in the lobby of the Nashville

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18 NASHVILLE’S TOP ATTRACTIONS

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119 THIRD AVENUE SOUTH 19 dining

Aquarium Restaurant Claim Jumper Opry Mills Mall. Sensational seafood in a unique Opry Mills Mall. Celebrate special occasions, host setting. Dine around a 200,000 gallon tank featur- a business lunch or gather with friends and family. ing more than 100 species of colorful tropical fish Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a vast selec- including sharks and stingrays. Delicious menu tion of freshly prepared items including fish, rotis- selections from burgers to seafood platters. After serie chicken, baby-back pork ribs, freshly baked your meal, visit the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. pot pie, specialty salads, pizzas, burgers and our fa- You’ll want to make Aquarium part of your next mous Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. Relax outing, field trip, birthday party or special event. in the saloon with cocktails and Claim Jumper’s Reservations recommended. (615) 514-FISH, own craft beers. (615) 649-0785, claimjumper.com aquariumrestaurants.com Joe’s Crab Shack Café Lula at the Ryman 123 Second Avenue South. Joe’s Crab Shack offers 116 Fifth Avenue North. 615-458-8700. Café Lula a variety of favorites from all parts of the sea and is now open! Located just outside the Ryman’s shore. From its extensive menu, guests can choose main entrance with floor to ceiling glass windows from buckets of seasonal seafood, fried shrimp on three sides and a covered patio, Café Lula puts platters and fish dishes, as well as options from the you in the middle of the excitement. The menu “mainland” that include steak, sandwiches, and features fresh, healthy fare with an emphasis on chicken. Come eat at Joe’s and be a part of a fun rotisserie cooking and locally sourced ingredients experience! (615) 242-2722, joescrabshack.com available for both dine-in and grab-and-go service. Open daily 7 am to 7 pm with extended hours dur- Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater ing nighttime Ryman events. ryman.com 2416 Music Valley Drive, Music Valley Village, across from Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand

20 Crab. BOOZE. GOOD VIEWS. Book your group party of 15 or more today!

123 2nd Ave. South, Nashville, TN 37201 615.242.2722 • joescrabshack.com

Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music menu showcases a continental twist on American Dinner Theater features The Best of Country classics. Premium cocktails and an eclectic beer Music Show, with songs made famous by leg- and wine list complement the award winning cui- endary artists and today’s superstars. See stars sine. Skull’s pays homage to the entertainment of such as “Opry Star” Jeannie Seely, “Hee Haw’s” yesteryear with burlesque and live music nightly. Shotgun Red, “Rising Star” Zach Janson, Diana Etta James, Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Murrell and others. Great Southern Buffet is at Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Reservations Joni Mitchell, Jerry Lee Lewis, and comedian Andy recommended. Dinner and show is $47.95, show Griffith have all graced the original checker-board only is $30. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, stage. skullsrainbowroom.com nashvillenightlife.com The Smiling Elephant Nudie’s Honky Tonk 2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restau- 409 Broadway. The world famous Nudie’s Honky rant regaled by the locals. Their mission is to serve Tonk on Broadway resides in a 100-year-old his- healthy, authentic Thai cuisine at a reasonable toric three-story building housing millions of price. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All dollars of rare country music memorabilia, cos- dishes use the freshest ingredients. Enjoy exqui- tumes, multiple bars, two stages featuring live site food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon music and Southern style comfort food for guests. entering. Open for lunch and dinner Monday Open 11 am–3 am daily, this attraction features through Friday. Open for dinner on Saturday. the longest bar in Music City at over 100 feet. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com nudieshonkytonk.com

Rainforest Café 2213 8th Ave. S. Open lunch and dinner— This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills (615) 891-4488 Mon.-Fri. is an adventure through a realistic indoor rainfor- Open for dinner Sat. est with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and gi- ant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, Cajun and Caribbean flavors, ranging from exotic to traditional. The children’s menu will please your little “wild ones.” Don’t forget to stop by the Retail Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs! (615) 514-3000, rainforestcafe.com Skull’s Rainbow Room 222 Printers Alley. Skull’s Rainbow Room is a tribute to David “Skull” Schulman and the former fine dining establishments of Nashville’s historic Printers Alley. Chef Gannon Leary’s critically acclaimed

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The Cat Shoppe The Dog Store 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. Unique toys, 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. A large selec- the world’s strongest catnip cigars, handmade tion of gifts for people in your favorite breed in- dragonfly toys, locally made cat-scratching posts cluding mugs, frames, statues, and books. And for (recommended by feline behaviorist). For cat lov- the special dog in your life, all natural treats, leath- ers: jewelry, statues, Laurel Burch purses, ceram- er collars, bowls, toys and food. Open Monday– ics, books and frames. Be sure to visit the rescued Saturday 10 am–6 pm. Call 279-WAGS (9247). cats awaiting adoption. Open Monday–Saturday 10 am–6 pm. Call (615) 297-PURR (7877). Hatch Show Print Store 224 Fifth Avenue South. You’ll find a wide assort- Cotton-Eyed Joe ment of iconic and newly designed prints and Located on the corner of Second Avenue and posters, as well as other paper goods, Hatch logo Broadway in the District, Nashville’s easy-to-find apparel, and more. hatchshowprint.com tourist hot spot. On the main floor, you are sur- rounded by a vast selection of gifts, souvenirs, The Hermitage Museum Store t-shirts, jewelry and novelties at low prices. The Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Bargain Attic Area has items priced 50% off. Visit Lane, (615) 889-2941. A lovely selection of decora- the Gift Gallery section, featuring new and unusual tive accessories, books and videos, toys and col- home decor and gift items. Tour buses welcome. lectibles, home décor, and gourmet gifts including Call (615) 726-3302 for more information. Hermitage preserves and Lynchburg BBQ sauce. All proceeds from the sale of merchandise support the activities and programs of the museum.

The Johnny Cash Museum Store 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring Johnny Cash merchandise including t-shirts and other apparel, • Hard to find toys mugs, backpacks, tote bags, and more. Call (615) • Books, purses, statues 256-1777 or visit johnnycashmuseum.com. The Nashville Collection Purr-fect 120 Second Avenue North. Your shop for great Gifts for gifts and Nashville collectibles for all ages. Cats & Opry Mills Mall their • Toys Tennessee’s largest outlet • Breed Specific Gifts and value retail shopping, People dining and entertainment Rescued Where all the destination with more than Cats & 200 stores, including several Kittens cool dogs and first-in-market name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ for their people go. impressive roster of designer outlet stores include: adoption Coach Factory Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, AGS Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue 615.297 5.279.W ) OFF 5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley 61 and more. Other popular value retailers include PURR (9247 Bed Bath & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, (7877) Disney Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear 2824 Bransford Avenue

22 and Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is The Opry Shop home to a variety of family dining and entertain- 2804 Opryland Drive. Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry ment venues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop, Cafe, Claim Jumper and Madame Tussauds Wax located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the Attraction. And in true Nashville fashion, live per- place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all formances and musical entertainment are regularly ages. Open seven days a week. provided on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage. Ryman Auditorium Gift Shop 65 South 116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. Find ex- Located in Opry Mills Mall just steps away from clusive Ryman merchandise including CDs, DVDs, the permanent home of the Grand Ole Opry, 65 posters, prints, books and apparel. Make your own South has everything Nashville all in one place, custom t-shirt at the activity station! Open seven including items from The Bluebird Café, the days a week. Nashville television show and, of course, fashion apparel and accessories you need to outfit your The Tennessee Museum Store southern style. 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. The perfect place to shop for Tennessee crafts, jewelry, books, toys and Opry Originals other items. Discount offered to museum mem- Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway bers, state employees and military personnel. (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous “Lower Broadway” area known around the world Woodcuts Gallery and Framing for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic 1613 Jefferson Street, (615) 321-5357 telephone country music attractions, Opry Originals brings and (615) 321-2134 fax. Offering hundreds of open together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry and limited edition prints, serigraphs, original and country music’s contemporary culture for a pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast shopping experience like no other. custom framing. woodcutsfineart.com

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ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER geology, and scenic wonder as you walk along an 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. Start your Nashville inscribed timeline. Each of the 31 erupting geyser adventure at Middle Tennessee’s premier science fountains represent a Tennessee major river. The center! Adventure Science war monument, an 18,000-pound granite globe, Center delivers innovative, dy- floating on water and rotating, pays tribute to the namic learning experiences Tennessee World War II veterans. that open minds to the won- ders of science and technology, CARNTON PLANTATION fostering a better understand- 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. Carnton ing of ourselves and the world around us. From Plantation, home of The Widow of the South, was awe-inspiring displays of 6.5 million stars under a field hospital following the Battle of Franklin, the 63-foot Sudekum Planetarium dome to im- fought in 1864. Plantation includes a home tour, mersive experiences in the new Virtual Reality museum, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, studio, the Science Center provides a place where a fully restored garden and slave quarters. Open people of all ages can discover science together. 9 am–5 pm on Monday–Saturday and noon–5 pm Open 10 am-5 pm daily. Closed Thanksgiving and on Sunday. Closed most major holidays. boft.org Christmas. Admission and ticket information is CENTENNIAL PARK available at adventuresci.org. (615) 862-5160 2500 West End Avenue. A designed landscape ANDREW JACKSON’S HERMITAGE on one hundred twenty-two acres in midtown 4580 Rachel’s Lane. Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage Nashville. The city’s premier park features the icon- is one of the largest, most visited presidential ic Parthenon and statue Athena, a one-mile walk- homes in the United States and one of Nashville’s ing trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, his- top-rated attractions. Located only minutes from torical monuments, beautiful gardens, band shell, downtown and Gaylord Opryland resort, this is a dog park, exercise trail and much more. must-do when visiting Music City. This 1,120-acre CHEEKWOOD ESTATE & GARDENS National Historic Landmark and Tennessee’s top- 11200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gar- rated historic home features over 10 historic build- dens located on a 55-acre estate. The mansion, ings, a seasonal wagon tour, walking trails, beau- listed on the National Register of Historic Places, tiful gardens and grounds, and much more. The houses American, European, and contemporary Hermitage mansion is considered to be the most art. Themed art installations in the gardens change accurately preserved early presidential home in the annually. cheekwood.org country. In recent years, new interpretive initiatives and programs have enhanced the experience of COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME® AND MUSEUM some 225,000 annual visitors. For tickets, directions, 2222 Fifth Avenue South. Experience the history and additional information visit thehermitage.com of America’s music through exciting new exhib- BELMONT MANSION its, entertaining films, interactive displays, and 1700 Acklen Avenue. Belmont Mansion was de- an incredible array of costumes and instruments signed and constructed in the mid-1800s as an at the largest popular music Italianate villa. It is one of the most elaborate museum in the world. Sing antebellum homes in the South, with 36 rooms Me Back Home, the museum’s permanent exhibit, and 19,000 square feet, boasting an exquisite col- tells the story of country lection of artifacts and art. belmontmansion.com music from its pre-commer- BICENTENNIAL MALL STATE PARK cial roots in the nineteenth 600 James Robertson Parkway. A public park with century through its vibrant statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell tow- life today. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. Package up- ers, an amphitheater and home to the Nashville grades available, and be sure to include a tour Farmers’ Market. Get a taste of Tennessee’s history, of historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis and others recorded over 35,000 songs. Shop the Museum 24 It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year! celebrate the holidays at the hermitage www.thehermitage.com

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