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Jan's Nashville Blog June 2009 Archive

By Jan Duke, About.com Guide to Nashville since 2003

FREE at the FRIST - July 2009

Tuesday June 30, 2009
A Special reminder about this month's free activities at the Frist Center for the Visual Art Free admission for visitors 18 and younger - always Free admission Mondays with food donation to ... Read More

Celebrating July 4th in Middle Tennessee

Monday June 29, 2009
With an explosive list of entertainment going on in and around Middle Tennessee, this year's Independence Day is bound to be one of the best ever. Take a look at ... Read More

Signs of Nashville

Thursday June 25, 2009
Take a look at over 100 photographs of Nashville, within three photo galleries, that I've simply entitled Signs of Nashville. Signs of Nashville showcases the different places, signs, ... Read More

Metro's Farmer's Market offers great Tennessee Products

Monday June 22, 2009
If you are hunting for some of Nashville's finest produce and homemade products then try stopping by Metro's Farmers Market this week. This is a great & fun way to ... Read More

2009 Music City July 4th Fireworks Spectacular: Let Freedom Sing

Sunday June 21, 2009
The Nashville Fourth of July celebration in Nashville is ranked as one of the best firework displays in the nation and normally draws well over 100,000 to Riverfront Park. Over the ... Read More

2009 Jeff Fisher & Friends Charity Softball Game

Saturday June 20, 2009
One of Nashville's Hottest Annual Events happening this week is the ever-popular “Jeff Fisher & Friends” Charity Softball Game so make sure to mark your calendar to be at ... Read More

Top 10 Amusement and Theme Parks nearest Nashville

Monday June 15, 2009
Since the demise of the Opryland Theme Park, Nashville locals, and visitors alike, have been limited on their afternoon fix of thrills and adventure, but don’t fret because we’ve gathered ... Read More

Summer Fun for Kids in Music City

Sunday June 14, 2009
Summer is now upon us, and you need not be faced with the monumental task of finding something to keep your little Rugrats happy. Whether you're thinking of a trip ... Read More

A Visual Tour of the Gardens & Atriums of Opryland Hotel

Sunday June 14, 2009
The Atriums & Gardens of Opryland encompass nine lush acres of indoor gardens separated into three areas known as the Cascades, the Delta and the Garden Conservatory. Each of the ... Read More

CMAfest: Day 7

Sunday June 14, 2009
By today most folks are just plain exhausted, yet there's still another 24 hours of fun to endure before the CMAfest closes down for another year. Some of the additional ... Read More

CMAfest: Day 6

Saturday June 13, 2009
Saturday is definitely the busiest day of the CMAfest and along with the daily CMAfest events, CMA Lecture Series and the Opry Plaza Party it will also include some serious ... Read More

Nashville's Top Songwriter Clubs

Friday June 12, 2009
One of the main differences that sets Nashville apart from most other cities is that, in Nashville, it really is all about the music and that includes not only enjoying ... Read More

CMAfest: Day 5

Friday June 12, 2009
By today, all of the 4-day daily and nightly CMA events are in full swing but there is still more to come as today the CMA hosts the first of ... Read More

CMAfest: Day 4

Thursday June 11, 2009
Today is the Official Opening day of the CMAfest and when all of the main non-stop CMAfest Activities begin and includes the opening of the Daily Activity Zones, Exhibit Hall, ... Read More

Meet Nashville's Ambassador of Music City U.S.A.

Wednesday June 10, 2009
David Andersen has the privilege of representing Nashville as our "Ambassador of Music City" at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (photos), where he has greeted more than ... Read More

CMAfest: Day 3

Wednesday June 10, 2009
Wednesday is CMA's unofficial official opening of the annual Country Music festival and it kicks off with, of course, the Kick-off Parade in downtown Nashville. Additional events for today include ... Read More

Country Weekly Fashion Show Returns to CMAfest with "The Hair Guy"

Tuesday June 9, 2009
Just when I've been totally convinced that the CMAfest is all about the music, I find out that I'm wrong...I mean really wrong because evidently it's all about Hair and ... Read More

Grand Ole Opry showcases Country Classics

Tuesday June 9, 2009
The Grand Ole Opry (history) is offering a new schedule that offers folks another night, Thursday, to go to the Opry. Entitled, Opry Country Classics, this new show will be highlighting ... Read More

CMAfest: Day 2

Tuesday June 9, 2009
We are still two days away from the official opening day of the CMAfest but there is plenty of events already going on throughout Nashville. The main event for today ... Read More

Nashville Star Alumni in Music City for CMAfest

Monday June 8, 2009
Nashville Star Alumni and Finalists performing around town include appearances from Miranda Lambert later this week, as well as a rare Nashville performance from Canadian, George Canyon tonight at The ... Read More

General Jackson's newest Country Music USA Cruise

Monday June 8, 2009
General Jackson Showboat’s is kicking off a new evening cruise; Country Music USA last month. The newest theme was inspired by the popular production at the former Opryland Theme Park ... Read More

CMAfest: Day 1

Monday June 8, 2009
While the official opening of the Country Music festival is a few more days away, one can find an event or two going on today so we mark our calendars ... Read More

Kids Bowl Free this Summer

Sunday June 7, 2009
I can't believe I missed the kick-off date (5/18) to this super summer special, but alas better late than never. This kid's bowl free summer special is a really really great ... Read More

Touring Tennessee Wineries

Sunday June 7, 2009
Over the last 20 years Tennessee has become known for more than its "Moonshine" and Whiskey, it's becoming known for its wine We've found the best of the best when it ... Read More

Photo of the Month: Bonnaroo Groove

Thursday June 4, 2009
Title: Bonnaroo Groove Photo Credit: Jan DukePhotos of the Month | Photo GalleriesSubmit Your photoDiscover More Mid-TN Neighborhoods & CommunitiesThings to Do in NashvilleLearn More AboutNashville Lifestyles | Nashville History Nashville's ... Read More

CMAfest Time in Nashville

Wednesday June 3, 2009
Well, it's CMAfest time in Nashville! Want to know more about CMA Festival (FanFair)? Read all of the latest information and news on the CMA Music Festival. The CMA Music Festival taking ... Read More

Around Town Nashville- June Buzz

Tuesday June 2, 2009
June has arrived in Nashville and along with it comes a ton (and I mean a ton) of great events. Some new cultural events include; Art After Hours, Belcourt Theatre Summer Line-up, ... Read More

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