| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Scavenger HuntPresented by South Cumberland State Park at South Cumberland State Park August 1, 2010 Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station and test your detective skills by tracking down objects in the woods. All materials will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Click here for a map of South Cumberland State Park or here for area trails. | South Cumberland State Park | 08/01/10 | Monteagle |
| Night Sounds | South Cumberland State Park | 08/01/10 | Monteagle |
Kite Flying 101Presented by Friends of Warner Parks at Warner Parks Nature Center August 3, 2010 Making a kite is easy and affordable. Come join us and learn the basics of building and flying a kite.
Leaders: Lisa King and Warner Park Staff
Registration opens July 22
Age level: 8-14 years
| Friends of Warner Parks | 08/03/10 | Nashville |
The Nashville Triathlon Club presents Chasing Legends Presented by Belcourt Theatre at Belcourt Theatre August 5, 2010
There is no greater sporting event in all of cycling than the Tour de France. Chasing Legends touches on the rich history, passion and true grit of The Tour as seen through the eyes of Team HTC Columbia along with commentary from Phil Liggett, Paul Sherwen, Eddy Merckx, Lance Armstrong and some of the sports most prolific heros. With a stunning array of HD cameras, poignant and touching interviews, Chasing Legends will take viewers deeper into the pro peloton than... | Belcourt Theatre | 08/05/10 | Nashville |
Volunteer SpiritPresented by Friends of Warner Parks at Warner Parks Nature Center August 7, 2010 Get outside and get dirty. Spend a day giving back to the parks that you love by lending a helping hand as we work on projects to restore and preserve the natural integrity of the parks.
Leader: Paul Fowler
Age level: All ages
| Friends of Warner Parks | 08/07/10 | Nashville |
Outdoor Preparedness/Wilderness SurvivalPresented by South Cumberland State Park at South Cumberland State Park August 7, 2010 Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger Station. We will discuss a variety of supplies to bring with you on the trail, whether out for an hour or a week. We will also discuss and demonstrate different survival methods, just in case you become stranded in the wilderness.
Click here for a map of South Cumberland State Park or | South Cumberland State Park | 08/07/10 | Monteagle |
Evening Hike to Sycamore FallsPresented by South Cumberland State Park at South Cumberland State Park August 7, 2010 Experience the magic of the golden evening sun through the leaves of a lush forest. Meet at Grundy Forest/Fiery Gizzard parking lot. Wear closed toe shoes with good traction and bring tick repellant; trail goes over some rocky areas. Bring a flashlight if you have trouble seeing in low light. This is a moderate 3 mile roundtrip hike.
Click here for a map of South Cumberland State Park or | South Cumberland State Park | 08/07/10 | Monteagle |
Bill Goodman Gun ShowPresented by Tennessee State Fairgrounds at Tennessee State Fairgrounds August 7-August 8, 2010 At the Bill Goodman Gun Show you will find: guns of all kinds, shotguns, rifles, handguns, holsters and gun cases, ammunition and reloading equipment, as well as knives and military items. CCW Training will also be available.
Note: You must be 18 or over to enter or be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian. You must be 21 or older to purchase, sell or handle a handgun and 18 or older to purchase, sell or handle a... | Tennessee State Fairgrounds | 08/07/10-
08/08/10 | Nashville |
"Part is Parts" Swap MeetPresented by Tennessee State Fairgrounds at Tennessee State Fairgrounds August 8, 2010 Our 5th Annual Parts is Parts Swap Meet is SUNDAY, August 8th at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds in Nashville. This could possibly be the last time we’ll be able to do the swap meet here if the gubment has their way and closes it down. If you live in Nashville and don’t want to see the historic site be lost, set the phones blazing with your input!
This swap meet is unusual in that it is open to both motorcycle and auto related stuff, as long as it’s ol skool and... | Tennessee State Fairgrounds | 08/08/10 | Nashville |
Country Classic Adult Hockey TournamentPresented by Global Sports Vacations at Centennial Sportsplex and Tennis Center August 6-August 8, 2010 This tournament has become the premier hockey tournament of the summer, we were sold out with 30 teams attending last year's event. All out-of-town teams enjoy excellent accommodations at either the Holiday Inn Express downtown or the Hampton Inn & Suites Vanderbilt. During the weekend the famous "Wildhorse Saloon", the world's largest bar, will be the hockey headquarters for the tournament. Both men and women's divisions have teams entered from Canada and the United States. | Global Sports Vacations | 08/06/10-
08/08/10 | Nashville |
Magical Forest KingdomPresented by South Cumberland State Park at South Cumberland State Park August 9, 2010 Meet the King of the Forest on this 2 mile easy-moderate hike on the Grundy Forest Day Loop through a lush forest with a babbling creek. Meet at the Grundy Forest/Fiery Gizzard parking lot.
Click here for a map of South Cumberland State Park or here for area trails. | South Cumberland State Park | 08/09/10 | Monteagle |
Perseids Meteor Shower ViewingPresented by Team Green Adventures at Loveless Cafe August 12, 2010 The Perseids are know as the most spectacular summer time meteor shower, often displaying over 60 shooting stars an hour. If the sky is clear, join us away from the city lights, or mark your calendar and view them from home if you get a chance!
Peak time is the night of August 12th and morning of August 13th
Parking: We'll park at the parking lot just before the bridge on Natchez Trace, about 7 miles from the Hwy 100 intersection. Learn more at... | Team Green Adventures | 08/12/10 | Nashville |
Sizzling Summer HikePresented by Friends of Warner Parks at Warner Parks Nature Center August 14, 2010 When the temperatures sizzle how do the animals stay cool? Join us at the Nature Center to learn how the animals keep their cool on these hot summer days.
Leader: Melissa Donahue
registration opens July 30
Age level: All ages
| Friends of Warner Parks | 08/14/10 | Nashville |
Fairgrounds Speedway August RacePresented by Fairgrounds Speedway at Fairgrounds Speedway August 14, 2010 Don't miss these great events on August 14 at the Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway!
Pro Late Model 125 Laps
Super Trucks 75 Laps
Sportsman 50 Laps
Open Wheel 30 Laps
Super Streets 30 Laps
Legends 30 Laps
Frontrunner 20 Laps
Dwarf 20 Laps | Fairgrounds Speedway | 08/14/10 | Nashville |
John Hassmiller Memorial Golf ClassicPresented by Discovery Center at Murfree Spring August 14, 2010 John Hassmiller was the Division Manager of Human Resources at the Bridgestone Firestone Plant in LaVergne, TN. John loved life, golf and people, and he spent many years of his life devoted to improving the lives of others. Please join us to participate in the 4th Annual John Hassmiller Memorial Golf Classic with proceeds benefiting Discovery Center and LaVergne/Smyrna Food Bank.
This tournament not only offers its participants 18 holes of play at this charming course known for... | Discovery Center at Murfree Spring | 08/14/10 | |
Tony Formosa RacingPresented by Tony Formosa Racing at Fairgrounds Speedway August 14, 2010 Revolving around a theme of "Don't Give Up, Don't Ever Give Up!", words made famous by the late Jimmy Valvano, Tony Formosa looks forward to learning everyday, teaching, coaching, and being an integral part in helping fellow drivers expand their career.
Tony’s racing, mechanics, car building, and coaching experience is legendary. Some of his accomplishments include molding the late Bobby... | Tony Formosa Racing | 08/14/10 | Nashville |
Jack Daniel's Invitational: PBR - Built Ford Tough SeriesPresented by Professional Bull Riders at Bridgestone Arena August 14-August 15, 2010 The Professional Bull Riders, Inc. (PBR) heads back to Tennessee for the Jack Daniels Invitational in Nashville. Don’t miss the action as the top 40 bull riders in the world take over the Bridgestone Arena for two nights only. Tickets are on sale now! Fans will get to witness firsthand the bone-crushing action of The Toughest Sport on Earth, with over two hours packed full of thrills and spills, pyrotechnics and rock & roll music. The invitational will consist of three rounds of... | Professional Bull Riders | 08/14/10-
08/15/10 | Nashville |
Nashville Shores Water Park - Summer SeasonPresented by Nashville Shores at Nashville Shores May 29-August 15, 2010 Guests at Middle Tennessee’s largest water park have the opportunity to race their family, friends or the clock at speeds up to 35 mph on the 6-lane Music City Racer at Nashville Shores.
Plus unlimited fun for everyone … new attractions like the multi-million dollar expansion including a NEW 25,000 square foot wave pool and a NEW 1,000 foot long lazy river, special events … Dive-In Movies, fireworks … plus the water park for kids … lake cruises and... | Nashville Shores | 05/29/10-
08/15/10 | Hermitage |
Explore, Learn, Protect: A Program for Junior Rangers Presented by Stones River National Battlefield at Stones River National Battlefield June 12-August 15, 2010 National Parks are for everyone! No matter what your age or where you are from you can benefit from learning, exploring, and protecting National Park Service sites like Stones River National Battlefield.
Young visitors and their families can join a park ranger and learn more about our national parks and how to fire a Civil War cannon. At the conclusion of the program Juniors Rangers will have two activities completed in their Junior Ranger booklets and be well on their way to earning... | Stones River National Battlefield | 06/12/10-
08/15/10 | Murfreesboro |
Nashville Sounds vs. Salt Lake BeesPresented by Nashville Sounds at Greer Stadium August 13-August 16, 2010 Come and enjoy a baseball game as the Nashville Sounds play the Salt Lake Bees. | Nashville Sounds | 08/13/10-
08/16/10 | Nashville |
2nd Annual MSO Golf TournamentPresented by Murfreesboro Symphony Orchestra August 19, 2010 Mark your calendars for the Murfreesboro Symphony Orchestra's second-annual golf tournament! Sponsorships and Golf Reservations are already available. Call the symphony office for more information!
| Murfreesboro Symphony Orchestra | 08/19/10 | |
Nashville Sounds vs. Colorado Springs Sky SoxPresented by Nashville Sounds at Greer Stadium August 17-August 20, 2010 Come and enjoy a baseball game as the Nashville Sounds play the Colorado Springs Sky Sox. | Nashville Sounds | 08/17/10-
08/20/10 | Nashville |
Volunteer Day: Blue Hole Clean up/Swim DayPresented by South Cumberland State Park at South Cumberland State Park August 20, 2010 All volunteers welcome. Meet the Ranger at the Greeter Falls parking lot. We will have hands-on education on swimming area maintenance and safety. Afterwards, we will enjoy the swimming area at its best. Wear swimwear and proper hiking shoes. Bring water and a towel.
Click here for a map of South Cumberland State Park or here... | South Cumberland State Park | 08/20/10 | Monteagle |
Wilson County FairPresented by Wilson County Fair at James E. Ward Agricultural Center August 13-August 21, 2010 Tennessee’s largest fair, the Wilson County Fair, features rides and games, exhibits, delicious food, contests, Demolition Derby, Tractor and Truck pulls, lawn mower racing and various fun events. | Wilson County Fair | 08/13/10-
08/21/10 | Lebanon |
Hummers GalorePresented by Friends of Warner Parks at Warner Parks Nature Center August 21, 2010 Time to double up on the Hummingbird nectar, fall migration is starting. Learn how much food hummingbirds need to survive migration. This fact answered and many more at hummingbirds galore.
Leader: Irene Perry
Registration opens August 6
Age level: All ages
| Friends of Warner Parks | 08/21/10 | Nashville |
Tennessee Drift Cup ChampionshipPresented by Tennessee Drift at Tennessee State Fairgrounds August 21, 2010 Tennessee Drift was formed for one specific reason – to grow the sport of drifting through the promotion of legal drift practice days, drift competitions, car shows, marketing partnerships, and the organization of other drift associations, perhaps under one canopy, with the goal of bringing major league professional drifting to the east coast.
Drifting is the art of maneuvering your vehicle in a controlled... | Tennessee Drift | 08/21/10 | Nashville |
Nashville Shores Summer Fun WeekendPresented by Nashville Shores at Nashville Shores August 21-August 22, 2010 Nashville Shores is undertaking the largest expansion in its history and doubling the size of the park. The multi-million dollar expansion includes a NEW 25,000 square foot wave pool and a NEW 1,000 foot long lazy river.
Beautiful white sandy beaches along 14,000-acre J. Percy Priest Lake make for great fun or a kicked-back place to relax in the sun. Plus our activity-packed Big Splash pool area promises buckets of fun for young and old. The Wacky Pond Kiddie Pool will keep little... | Nashville Shores | 08/21/10-
08/22/10 | Hermitage |
Nature Hike: Blue Hole Make Your Own Terrarium/AquariumPresented by South Cumberland State Park at South Cumberland State Park August 22, 2010 Meet Ashlie at the Greeter Falls parking lot for a 1 mile guided hike to Blue Hole swimming area. Stay for a swim or follow us out for a quick hike. We will discuss native plants and animals that we come across and answer any questions. Bring water and proper hiking footwear (wear swimwear if desired).
Click here for a map of South Cumberland State Park or | South Cumberland State Park | 08/22/10 | Monteagle |
Preseason Game: Tennessee Titans vs. Arizona CardinalsPresented by Tennessee Titans at LP Field August 23, 2010 Don't miss a minute of the action as the Tennessee Titans go up against the Arizona Cardinals in preseason play. | Tennessee Titans | 08/23/10 | Nashville |
Full Moon HikePresented by Team Green Adventures at Edwin and Percy Warner Parks August 24, 2010 Join Team Green for a moonlight stroll at Edwin Warner park once a month during the full moon! We'll hike approximately 4.5 miles on a paved path, so bring your walking or hiking shoes, plenty of water, friends, and family. FREE and open to the public Learn more at TeamGreenAdventures.com
Location: Edwin Warner Park Pavilion #9 Off Vaughn Road, drive past the nature center to the very back pavilion.
| Team Green Adventures | 08/24/10 | Nashville |
Franklin American Mortgage Golf ClassicPresented by Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee at Gaylord Springs Golf Links August 26, 2010 The Franklin American Mortgage Golf Classic presented by Gaylord Entertainment and Dollar General is a first-class golfing event. Players receive a Nike Golf spending spree, an opportunity for high-level networking, and a great round at Gaylord Springs Golf Links. Sponsors from across the southeast travel to Nashville for this unique tournament that you will not want to miss. | Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee | 08/26/10 | Nashville |
AVP Co-ed 4's Beach Volleyball LeaguePresented by Nashville Beach June 9, 2011-August 27, 2010 Come out to join this weekly beach volleyball co-ed 4 league at the Rusty Nail Sand Bar. | Nashville Beach | 06/09/11-
08/27/10 | |
The Summer GamesPresented by Friends of Warner Parks at Warner Parks Nature Center August 28, 2010 Bird feeder bingo, nature scavenger hunt, and owls and crows are just some of the summer games we will play!
Leader: Heather Gallagher
Registration opens August 13
Age level: All ages
| Friends of Warner Parks | 08/28/10 | Nashville |
Nature Hike: Stone DoorPresented by South Cumberland State Park at South Cumberland State Park August 28, 2010 Meet the Ranger at the Stone Door Ranger Station for a 2 mile guided hike to the Great Stone Door. We will discuss native plants and animals that we come across and answer any questions. Bring water and proper hiking footwear.
Click here for a map of South Cumberland State Park or here for area trails. | South Cumberland State Park | 08/28/10 | Monteagle |
Nashville Sounds vs. New Orleans ZephyrsPresented by Nashville Sounds at Greer Stadium August 25-August 29, 2010 Come and enjoy a baseball game as the Nashville Sounds play the New Orleans Zephyrs. | Nashville Sounds | 08/25/10-
08/29/10 | Nashville |
Nashville Shores Summer Fun WeekendPresented by Nashville Shores at Nashville Shores August 28-August 29, 2010 Nashville Shores is undertaking the largest expansion in its history and doubling the size of the park. The multi-million dollar expansion includes a NEW 25,000 square foot wave pool and a NEW 1,000 foot long lazy river.
Beautiful white sandy beaches along 14,000-acre J. Percy Priest Lake make for great fun or a kicked-back place to relax in the sun. Plus our activity-packed Big Splash pool area promises buckets of fun for young and old. The Wacky Pond Kiddie Pool will keep little... | Nashville Shores | 08/28/10-
08/29/10 | Hermitage |
Animal TracksPresented by South Cumberland State Park at South Cumberland State Park August 29, 2010 Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger Station. We will be discussing native animals and creating your own field guides. You can take these with you and identify tracks left around the park and around your home.
Click here for a map of South Cumberland State Park or here for area trails. | South Cumberland State Park | 08/29/10 | Monteagle |
| MTSU Blue Raiders Football vs. Minnesota | Middle Tennessee State University | 09/02/10 | Murfreesboro |
| Austin Peay Football vs. Cumberland | Austin Peay State University | 09/02/10 | Clarksville |
Preseason Game: Tennessee Titans vs. New Orleans SaintsPresented by Tennessee Titans at LP Field September 2, 2010 Don't miss a minute of the action as the Tennessee Titans go up against the New Orleans Saints in preseason play. | Tennessee Titans | 09/02/10 | Nashville |
72nd Annual Tennessee Walking Horse National CelebrationPresented by Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration at Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration Grounds August 25-September 4, 2010 The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration® takes place each year during the 11 days and nights prior to Labor Day. It is the premier event for the Tennessee Walking Horse, during which the breed's World Grand Champion® and some 20 World Champions are named. It is a festival event, encompassing exciting classes in competition where more than $650,000 in prizes and awards are given. Other activities include a barn decorating contest, a trade fair and a dog show. | Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration | 08/25/10-
09/04/10 | Shelbyville |
Fairgrounds Speedway September RacePresented by Fairgrounds Speedway at Fairgrounds Speedway September 4, 2010 Don't miss these great events on September 4 at the Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway!
Ken-Ten Late Model Series 125 Laps
Super Trucks 75 Laps
Sportsman 50 Laps
Open Wheel 30 Laps
Super Streets 30 Laps
Legends 30 Laps
Frontrunner 20 Laps
Dwarf 20 Laps | Fairgrounds Speedway | 09/04/10 | Nashville |
| Vanderbilt Commodores Football vs. Northwestern | Vanderbilt University | 09/04/10 | Nashville |
Wave Country SeasonPresented by Wave Country at Wave Country May 29-September 5, 2010 The area's only wave-action swimming pool! Ride the waves, or just let them lap at your feet. There are floats available for you to rent, and there are calm, "non-wave" periods as well. Or, have fun on the three water flumes. There's even a children's playground and sand volleyball pits. Extensive fast-food concessions available. Check out two speed slides that drop from a 40-foot tower and travel 80 feet!
Note: Children 12 and under MUST be with an adult 18... | Wave Country | 05/29/10-
09/05/10 | Nashville |
Nashville Shores Summer Fun WeekendPresented by Nashville Shores at Nashville Shores September 4-September 6, 2010 Nashville Shores is undertaking the largest expansion in its history and doubling the size of the park. The multi-million dollar expansion includes a NEW 25,000 square foot wave pool and a NEW 1,000 foot long lazy river.
Beautiful white sandy beaches along 14,000-acre J. Percy Priest Lake make for great fun or a kicked-back place to relax in the sun. Plus our activity-packed Big Splash pool area promises buckets of fun for young and old. The Wacky Pond Kiddie Pool will keep little... | Nashville Shores | 09/04/10-
09/06/10 | Hermitage |
Music City Duck ToursPresented by Music City Duck Tours May 15-September 6, 2010 Don't just see Nashville, see her in an important piece of World War II history - a point of interest within itself. Nashville Duck Tours will be an exciting adventure for you and your family through the sights and sounds of Nashville aboard a fully restored DUKW amphibious vehicle. It's a vehicle like no other: half boat, half truck, and a whole lot of fun!
We'll take you through the streets of downtown Nashville... | Music City Duck Tours | 05/15/10-
09/06/10 | |
Brent Peterson Celebrity Golf ClassicPresented by The Peterson Foundation for Parkinsons September 10, 2010 A celebrity golf scramble to benefit Parkinson's research hosted by Nashville Predators Associate Coach, Brent Peterson.
The Peterson Foundation For Parkinson’s mission is to educate and raise awareness of the devastating effects of Parkinsons Disease. PFP raises funds to benefit Parkinson’s related research, education and support groups in the Middle Tennessee area and nationally. The Foundation was started by Brent Peterson, Associate Coach of the Nashville Predators,... | The Peterson Foundation for Parkinsons | 09/10/10 | |
Over the Edge Presented by Special Olympics of Tennessee September 10, 2010 Special Olympics Tennessee invites you to go Over the Edge on Sept. 10 and rappel down the 27-story Nashville City Center, a height of more than 400 feet. The fundraiser supports Special Olympics Tennessee’s year-round sports training and athletic competition for more than 16,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Participants must raise a minimum of $1,000 in pledges to enter. To register, visit www.specialolympicstn.org | Special Olympics of Tennessee | 09/10/10 | |
| Vanderbilt Commodores Football vs. LSU | Vanderbilt University | 09/11/10 | Nashville |
| MTSU Blue Raiders Football vs. Austin Peay | Middle Tennessee State University | 09/11/10 | Murfreesboro |
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