Clik here to view.
Loveless Cafe: A Nashville Legend
The Loveless Café sits on the old Nashville-Memphis highway, known these days as Highway 100, still serving its legendary fried chicken and biscuits to travelers from far and wide, or picnickers...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Take a FITcation in Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland
Forget the vacation that leaves you stiff from traveling, overstuffed with greasy food and de-energized from lack of activity. The growing rage is FITcation – a get-fit adventure vacation that packs in...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Explore Tennessee History in Sumner County
Sumner County history is full of surprises, tracking not just stories several hundred years old, but dating back to prehistoric times when the area was covered by an inland sea. Tucked away behind...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Tullahoma’s Beechcraft Heritage Museum Flies High into History
The Roaring Twenties was an era of prosperity, breaking with tradition, a time when anything was possible through modern technology, and life was to be celebrated. Jazz music filled the dance halls,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Willa’s Shortbreads: A Southern Tradition, Baked in Tennessee
The very mention of shortbread sets the mouth to watering. That rich buttery flavor, smooth melt-in-the-mouth texture tastes just about better than anything. Willa’s family bakery, from its humble...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Music City Roots Spotlights The Sweet Sounds of Nashville
Live from the Loveless Café comes Music City Roots – a showcase of musical culture deeply rooted in the local community. In this loosely informal and spontaneous live radio variety show styled after...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Cheekwood Blooms in Spring Splendor
The musical cascade of Chopin’s Fantasie Impromptu reverberates in the Cheekwood Mansion Drawing Room. Fingers dance across the keys of the Steinway, transporting us back to days of past grandeur....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Rich History at Tennessee’s Milky Way Farm
In the rolling hill country of Giles County, between the towns of Lynnville and Pulaski, candy legend Frank Mars developed one of Tennessee’s most astonishingly wealthy and prosperous farms that today...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Loretta Lynn: Catch the Coal Miner’s Daughter and More at Hurricane Mills
Talk to anyone who has been to a Loretta Lynn concert, and you’ll wish you had been there too. The legendary Queen of Country Music makes every fan feel like a personal friend, as she chats from the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Behind the Lens at the Nashville Zoo
Imagine you are on your dream vacation in a game reserve in Africa, Land Rover bumping over dusty roads, the sky a deep blue. The earth shakes with the thunder of hooves as a migrating herd of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Pedal Tavern, Free Bikes Among Many Ways to Explore Downtown Nashville
We’re going on a road trip and I hope you’ll join me. How many different ways can you explore Music City? Until I set out on this mission, I didn’t realize all the fun ways you can get out and enjoy...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Marathon Village Transforms into Nashville’s Hip New District
The Marathon automobile manufactured in Nashville from 1910-1914 may be a forgotten memory for most, but when urban visionary Barry Walker discovered the shuttered derelict Marathon Factory on Clinton...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Walk the Road of Tennessee History at Nashville’s Bicentennial Mall
When I fell in love with my own Southern charmer from Tennessee so many years ago, I had no idea of the amazing number of Tennesseans who had affected the course of history. The storyline of this state...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Caving in Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland
Caves and tunnels have always held an irresistible lure. The intrigue of exploring mysterious subterranean spaces or discovering the unexpected around every corner is like an open invitation. Sign me...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Stargazing and Hiking at Bledsoe Creek State Park
Tennessee’s abundance of state parks offer quick getaways, no matter where you live. This weekend some friends and I headed 20 minutes east of Gallatin to explore Bledsoe Creek State Park. We were...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Explore Nashville’s Arts District at the First Saturday Art Crawl
As the city known for its music, Nashville is developing a new reputation for its flourishing arts district. 5th Avenue of the Arts is transforming into the visual arts center of Nashville’s historic...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Explore Backroad Treasures on Tennessee Quilt Trails
Following the trail of old barns and colorful quilts across the hills of Tennessee will take you deep into the heart and soul of this state’s heritage. The stories rooted in childhood memories may be...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Thanksgiving 2013 is Stuffed with Fun Activities in Nashville
Thanksgiving is the perfect prelude for the Christmas holiday season. It reminds us to take the time to give thanks, give back, celebrate family and celebrate life. As you make plans to gather with...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Johnny Cash Museum Joins the List of Must-See Nashville Museums
Enter the Johnny Cash Museum and prepare to embark on an intimate encounter with the Man in Black. Nestled in the heart of Nashville’s downtown district between Broadway and the Music City Center, you...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Granville Celebrates Its Past with a Victorian Christmas and Parade
The historic steamboat town of Granville, on the Cumberland River, has witnessed an astonishing evolution in its lifetime. Driving into town on a Saturday afternoon you may find yourself blinking. Men...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Amish of Ethridge Share Secrets of the Tennessee Simple Life
Barely out of sight of the hustle and bustle of today’s technological society, the Amish of Ethridge, Tennessee exemplify a simpler way of life. Most of us find it hard to disconnect even for a day,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
A Country Christmas Captures the Holiday Spirit at Gaylord Opryland
Step into the magical world of Christmas at Gaylord Opryland and you’ll find yourself sprinkled with stardust. It’s that easy. The wintry nip in the air, the sparkle of millions of lights twinkling in...
View ArticleClik here to view.
There’s Nothing Like New Year’s Eve in Nashville
Nashville is Party Town at this time of year, inviting you to kick up your heels, celebrate the season and get ready for 2014. Music City throws one of the biggest New Year’s Eve parties in the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Don’t Miss: Norman Rockwell Exhibit at the Frist Through Feb. 2014
The very name Norman Rockwell conjures up images of those candid moments of life captured on the cover of the Saturday Evening Post. No doubt we all have our favorites, each picture telling a story...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Your 2014 Middle Tennessee Must List
You can be honest: How many events did you check off of your Bucket List in 2013? I crossed off quite a few but 2014′s a new year with exciting new events and opportunities. Forget the excuses and plan...
View ArticleClik here to view.
“I Love Lucy” Hits the Stage in Nashville
The beloved TV show I Love Lucy comes to the live stage this week in Nashville, transporting the audience back to 1952 for an out-of-body experience as members of the Desilu Playhouse studio audience....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Valentine’s Day 2014: The Top Places to Pop the Question in Middle Tennessee
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and there’s romance in the air. Have you been secretly dreaming of that perfect moment to propose to the love of your life? If you’re all about creating that...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Explore the Hip Neighborhoods of Nashville
Nashville’s patchwork of hip neighborhoods can easily be missed by the casual tourist, but they offer some of the best dining and shopping in Music City. Historic East Nashville, across the Cumberland...
View ArticleClik here to view.
It’s Mardi Gras Y’All in Nashville!
Boogie and Blues and the cool sounds of jazz announce it’s time for Mardi Gras 2014 in Nashville. The New Orleans carnival celebration overflowed the banks of its bayous long ago, spreading a wild...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Get in the Olympic Spirit Ice Skating in Middle Tennessee
Inspiration is probably running like fire and ice in your veins after watching the Winter Olympics. The pursuit of excellence demands ice-cold determination, and we’ve all heard some amazing stories of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
These Three Nashville Bookstores Will Rekindle Your Love of Books
On a cold winter’s day, what could be better than curling up with a good book by the fire, or finding a cozy corner in a local neighborhood bookstore? If you’re like me, whenever you visit another city...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Meet Nashville’s Authors at East Side Story
In a city where music is king, it’s refreshing to see the storytelling side of the arts not only encouraged, but actively nurtured. Growing wings in a tiny nest in the Idea Hatchery, a small creative...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Spring Break 2014: 12 Ways to Spend It in Middle Tennessee
After a long, hard winter, take a break this spring and start planning some getaways to satisfy spring fever. You deserve it! Spring Break is not just for students and families. We all need some sun,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
St. Patrick’s Day 2014: Here’s What to Do in Nashville
St. Patrick’s Day is time to wear a little green and discover the luck o’ the Irish, as you join millions around the world celebrating March 17 in honor of Ireland’s patron saint. Begun as a religious...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Where to See Jazz in Nashville
On a Friday night in a nondescript part of town, jazz enthusiasts gather in The Cave, nodding to the beat of the heady performance of Liz Johnson and the jazz band. The smooth tempo changes to a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Olive & Sinclair Artisan Chocolate is a Sweet Find in Nashville
The exquisite taste of that perfect morsel of chocolate melting in your mouth is the ultimate decadence. To chocolate lovers around the world, whose quest for the most unforgettable chocolate is an...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Union Station Transports You Back to Nashville’s Opulent Past
One hundred years ago, Union Station was the talk of the South. It presided over the Nashville skyline in majestic elegance, a landmark with soaring towers of locally quarried limestone, picturesque...
View ArticleClik here to view.
A Toast to Tennessee Wine Festival
Uncork the fun and embark on a tasting tour of Tennessee’s best wineries, on show at the Toast to Tennessee Wine Festival on May 3. In one afternoon of decadence you can effortlessly visit 21 wineries,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Appleseed Takes Aim to Preserve American History
The smell of gunpowder in the air mingles with tales of Revolutionary War battles, acts of heroism, and the sacrifices made by founding Americans who fought for this country’s freedom. Lying prone on...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Nashville Is the Hot Spot for Outdoor Summer Concerts
It’s time to kick up your heels and dance your way through summertime in Nashville. The city is the casual hotspot for outdoor music and dancing, with three popular venues designed to appeal to the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Take a Segway Tour of Nashville
I’ve just discovered the easiest way to explore downtown Nashville – getting up-close and personal with all the attractions, effortlessly taking the hills without so much as breaking a sweat, only...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Hatch Show Print Celebrates 135 Years
Hatch Show Print, one of the oldest working letterpress print shops in the country, was born in Nashville in 1879, the same year Edison invented the light bulb. If you step inside the doors today,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Eat, Drink and Solve the Murder at Mel O’Drama Dinner Theater
Murder is in the air as the lights dim, transporting the audience into the palatial Boudreaux Manor in the French Quarter. It’s the perfect evening for a good murder mystery as we settle back for a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Highland Rim Speedway is Fun for All the Family
They start young at Highland Rim Speedway. Some of the top Legends race car drivers are 16 years old and began racing go-karts at 9 years old. No wonder the theme is family-friendly, encouraging people...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Sumner County’s First Courthouse Relives History
It’s been 224 years since one of Sumner County’s first courthouses last held session, but history will be remade on July 21, 2014 when the historic Douglass-Clark House will once again echo to the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Touring the Natchez Trace on Two Wheels
Ready for a road trip? When you hear the open road calling and you’re eager to feel the wind in your face and adventure in the air, the Natchez Trace Parkway is your ticket to ride! Around any curve...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Meet A Tennessee Founding Father at Rock Castle
Let’s begin with a history quiz. Who knows the famous Tennessean who created the first official map of Tennessee and named our fair state? He held about every political office possible, was a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Nashville Predators Take the Ice in Smashville
The Bridgestone Arena is packed, the 16th consecutive sellout for a Nashville Predators home game. Over 17,000 ice hockey fans follow the chant as it reverberates around the stadium, while the players...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Stained Glass Studio an East Nashville Treasure
Stained glass windows express man’s fascination with color and light, a skill that craftsmen first mastered over 900 years ago, reaching its pinnacle in the Gothic cathedrals of Europe. What is it...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Thistletop Inn: A Tennessee Original
Romance can be discovered in the most surprising places, often hidden from view and awaiting discovery. This Valentine’s Day, why not slip back in time and take your sweetheart to one of Tennessee’s...
View Article
