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Tootsies Orchid Lounge Tuesday Shows

Presented by Tootsies Orchid Lounge at Tootsies Orchid Lounge

June 18, 2013

Tootsies has two stages that host live local talent each day covering modern day country music artists as well as original work. Step into the world famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge for great live music in the middle of Nashville's Lower Broadway area.

The Opry Shop In-Store Appearance: The Black Lillies

Presented by Grand Ole Opry at Grand Ole Opry House

June 18, 2013

Join us at The Opry Shop for In-Store Appearances by our favorite legends, superstars, and new stars as they say hello and autograph copies of their new CDs and projects!

Opry Shop In-Store Appearance:  The Black Lillies will sign copies of their latest CD "Runaway Freeway...

Nashville Civil War Lecture Series: Dr. Bobby Lovett - African-American Life During War

Presented by Metropolitan Historical Commission and Tennessee Historical Commission at Clover Bottom Mansion

June 18, 2013

The Metropolitan Historical Commission and 16 state and local partners announce the Nashville Civil War Lecture Series and the release of a new Civil War history brochure. The lecture series will take place on the third Tuesday of the month, May through October, from 4:30pm to 6:00pm, at a new location each month, offering a unique opportunity...

Regus Fifth Third Center Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting

Presented by Regus Downtown Nashville at Regus in the Fifth Third Center

June 18, 2013

Regus is preparing to open their third local full-service business center in Nashville on June 3, 2013. They are located at 424 Church Street on the 20th floor of the prestigious Fifth Third Building, downtown Nashville.

Regus is the world’s largest provider of flexible workplaces, with products and services ranging from fully...

Katie & Matt, Marcus & Brian and Josh Helms

Presented by Margaritaville Nashville at Margaritaville Nashville

June 18, 2013

Head out to Margaritaville Nashville for live music with Katie & Matt from 12:00pm-4:30pm; then Marcus & Brian from 5:00pm-9:00pm. 

Josh Helms takes the stage at 9:00pm.  Hailing from St. Petersburg, Florida, Josh Helms has...

Meghan Shanley

Presented by Sambuca at Sambuca Restaurant - Nashville

June 18, 2013

Meghan Shanley is no ordinary aspiring Country Music artist. She is truly gifted, interpreting music by radiating power through her pitch perfect vocals, flawless vibrato, and soulful expression. Her undeniable vocal talent, combined with striking beauty and a dynamic stage presence, set Meghan Shanley apart from the...

USA vs. Honduras Soccer

Presented by Dan McGuinness Irish Pub at Dan McGuinness Irish Pub

June 18, 2013

 Dan McGuinness is home for all the US Soccer Games w/ the Soaring Eagles & American Outlaws
- 2 for 1 McGuinness Light & Amber Pints 30 min. before and during the games
- Game is shown on ALL TVs plus 2 Large Projectors (Inside the bar and on the Patio)
- Both bars open during games
- Upcoming Games:...

Jimmy Charles

Presented by Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville at Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville

June 18, 2013

Jimmy’s style is best described as Country, a little Rock & Roll and a whole lotta Soul! Whether he is playing covers by the Eagles or singing his own compositions, Jimmy is a mesmerizing entertainer who keeps his audience on the edge of their seats or has them up dancing in the aisles. Jimmy’s motto is “Life is a quest...

Putnam County Job Fair

at Leslie Town Centre

June 18, 2013

Job Fair to be hosted in Cookeville by U.S. Congressman Diane Black.

Tyler Barham

Presented by Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Franklin at Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Franklin

June 18, 2013

Born in Bozeman and raised in Florence, Montana, Tyler began singing when he was nine. Although he enjoyed singing different styles of music, it didn’t take him long to realize his heart (and eventually his baritone voice) belonged to country music. In his early teens, Tyler competed in various talent competitions in and around Montana...

Teri Reid

Presented by F. Scott's Restaurant and Jazz Bar at F. Scott's Restaurant and Jazz Bar

June 18, 2013

Catch live music with Teri Reid at F. Scott's Restaurant & Jazz Bar.  Teri Reid, Girl Talk's lead vocalist and keyboard player, is a third generation member of the world famous Southern Gospel singing group, The Speer Family. In the course of a now twenty-six year career she has excelled in both solo and...

Tootsies Orchid Lounge Wednesday Shows

Presented by Tootsies Orchid Lounge at Tootsies Orchid Lounge

June 19, 2013

Tootsies has two stages that host live local talent each day covering modern day country music artists as well as original work. Step into the world famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge for great live music in the middle of Nashville's Lower Broadway area.

Big Bang Dueling Pianos

Presented by The Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar at The Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar

June 19, 2013

Music City may be known for Country, but at Nashville’s only dueling piano bar, you’ll hear everything from Billy Joel to Britney Spears and Journey to Justin Bieber right alongside those country classics. At The Big Bang, you control the music. Every Tuesday-Saturday, our entertainers put on an all-request, live show based on your...

In The Round with Scott Sean White, JP Williams, Jay Brunswick and Dean Meadows

Presented by The Bluebird Cafe at The Bluebird Cafe

June 19, 2013

In The Round with Scott Sean White, JP Williams, Jay Brunswick and Dean Meadows.  Early shows at the Bluebird usually feature the best up and coming songwriters (and the occasional hit writer). They may not have a lot of hits yet, but you will see a great show.

Dusty Hundley, Brittany & Matt and Eric Von

Presented by Margaritaville Nashville at Margaritaville Nashville

June 19, 2013

Head out to Margaritaville Nashville for live music Dusty Hundley from 12:00pm-4:30pm and Brittany & Matt perform from 5:00pm-9:00pm. 

Eric Von takes the stage at 9:00pm.  “I have had the opportunity to meet and work with a lot of great people, but some of...

Debi Champion Songwriter Rounds

Presented by The Commodore Grille at The Commodore Grille

June 19, 2013

Debi Champion hosts songwriter rounds at the Commodore Grille to showcase some of Nashville's great songwriters. Tonight's show features CJ Watson, Mike Laidley, Essra Mohawk, Sam Cooper, Billy Lee, AJ Bigler, BD Mooney, Kennan Date, Michael Applegate, Kyle Nance, Brittany Kennell, Bill Griese, Tawny River, Travis Bowlin, Marc Alan...

John Jonethis in the V Lounge Piano Bar

Presented by Artist Development Group at Valentino's Ristorante

June 19, 2013

John Jonethis, The Voice of Romance, sings the great songs from the The American Songbook plus today's romantic and dance favorites. From Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett to Harry Connick Jr, Norah Jones & Michael Buble.  Jonethis entertains with charm and sophistication.

SHEL

Presented by Moraine Music Group and Two Old Hippies at Two Old Hippies

June 19, 2013

 SHEL is Sarah, Hannah, Eva and Liza – four classically trained musicians who happen to be sisters.  “Wonderfully weird and impossible to describe,” this Fort Collins, Colorado family band has toured across the country to support their critically acclaimed debut CD.  With innovative melodies and...

The Cocktails

Presented by Sambuca at Sambuca Restaurant - Nashville

June 19, 2013

Don't miss the classic rock stylings of The Cocktails at Sambuca in the Gulch.

Eric Stuart

Presented by Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville at Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville

June 19, 2013

Brooklyn born and raised singer-songwriter Eric Stuart has toured the country either on his own or with such rock legends as Peter Frampton, Ringo Starr, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. He's also opened for such acts as Jethro Tull, Julian Cope, Hall and Oates, and Chicago. His first full-length album, Curiosity, was released in 1996 on his own independent...

Music City Doughboys

Presented by Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Franklin at Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Franklin

June 19, 2013

At the first of 2012, some notorious Nashville sidemen came to the conclusion that there was not enough western swing being represented in music city. To help fill this void, they created the group Music City Doughboys. A spin off on the classic ‘Light Crust Doughboys,’ this group plays songs from the great Bob Wills, Spade Cooley,...

Billy Buchanan CD Release Party

Presented by Douglas Corner Cafe at Douglas Corner Cafe

June 19, 2013

Douglas Corner is for songwriters and aspiring artists, what the world famous “Improv” is for comedians. Douglas Corner Cafe began in 1987 when Recording Engineer, Mervin Louque, partnered with businessman, Rick Martin, to create a music venue aimed at showcasing new singers and songwriters in Nashville. It soon grew to become a...

Joe Davidian and John Birdsong

Presented by F. Scott's Restaurant and Jazz Bar at F. Scott's Restaurant and Jazz Bar

June 19, 2013

Catch live jazz music tonight with Joe Davidian and John Birdsong at F. Scott's Restaurant & Jazz Bar.  Joe Davidian is a pianist of the highest caliber. His sense of swing, rhythmic interest and melodic interpretation rank him among the greatest jazz pianists of the day.

John Birdsong has...

James Thurman & Deanna Ooley Exhibition

Presented by Appalachian Center for Craft at Appalachian Center for Craft

May 9-June 20, 2013

The duo installation exhibition entitled, Fabrications, is located in Gallery Two, a 1440 sq ft exhibition area of the Appalachian Center for Craft. 

It is a two part exhibition comprised of two-museum style installations with complimentary fictive themes. The first installation is an updated version of Ancient...

Nashville Dancin' featuring Shooter Jennings, Royal Southern Brotherhood, McCrary Sisters, Raelyn Nelson, and Britt Ronstadt

Presented by Kaleidoscope Media, LLC and Tomkats Inc. at Riverfront Park

June 20, 2013

Music City's FREE premier community event Nashville Dancin' presented by Dollar General is revving up for the summer. More than 25+ buzz-worthy local and national music acts will bring new life to Nashville's Thursday nights. Produced by TomKats Inc. and Kaleidoscope Media, LLC, the diverse lineup will incorporate genres across the board...

Movies in the Park: LIFE OF PI

Presented by Nashville Scene at Elmington Park

June 20, 2013

Now in its 19th season, Movies in the Park is recognized as one of Nashville’s best annual events. Brought to the city by the Nashville Scene, with the support of the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, #MIP provides a fun-filled free event every Thursday evening in...

Music at the Frist: Ryan Coleman

Presented by Frist Center for the Visual Arts at Frist Center for the Visual Arts

June 20, 2013

Regular Music at the Frist visitors will recognize Ryan from his appearances with the popular Kristen Hubbard Jazz Trio. Tonight, Ryan will showcase his solo talents as a singer songwriter.

Ryan Coleman is a 30-something American singer/songwriter from Murfreesboro,Tenn. A life on the road comes naturally to him, considering his...

Kelly Rogers CD Release

Presented by 12th and Porter at 12th and Porter

June 20, 2013

Kelly Rogers' self-titled debut album was born out of a woman whose life has always been enveloped in music. As the daughter of two musicians, Kelly Rogers' earliest memories are a soundtrack filled with Mozart sonatas, Vivaldi concertos, and a few Rush drum solos thrown in. Her father, David Meece, is an accomplished pianist and Christian...

Rock of Ages Soccer Camp

Presented by Rock of Ages Evangelical Lutheran Church at Moss-Wright Park

June 18-June 20, 2013

Have fun learning the fundamentals of soccer and important life lessons from God's Word!  Summer camp for ages 4-10. Snacks & drinks provided. Each participant will receive a soccer ball.

Tootsies Orchid Lounge Thursday Shows

Presented by Tootsies Orchid Lounge at Tootsies Orchid Lounge

June 20, 2013

Tootsies has two stages that host live local talent each day covering modern day country music artists as well as original work. Step into the world famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge for great live music in the middle of Nashville's Lower Broadway area.

On Tap Series

Presented by Lightning 100 and Tin Roof at Tin Roof

June 20, 2013

Lightning 100 is teaming with Tin Roof to host the On Tap Series! This event will showcase the best unsigned artists from the Nashville area! Each showcase will consist of 2-3 artists chosen by Lightning 100's music panel comprised of the local Lightning staff!

Manboy

Presented by Tin Roof at Tin Roof

June 20, 2013

Every Thursday night Manboy and his band play anything from Montell Jordan too Garth Brooks! Come out and request a song, also we have $3 32 oz big gulp draft beers!

A little about Manboy

Hola my senoritas and senors! I grew up in a little podunk town on the Texas-Oklahoma border by the name of Bells. Texomaland has always been...

Big Bang Dueling Pianos

Presented by The Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar at The Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar

June 20, 2013

Music City may be known for Country, but at Nashville’s only dueling piano bar, you’ll hear everything from Billy Joel to Britney Spears and Journey to Justin Bieber right alongside those country classics. At The Big Bang, you control the music. Every Tuesday-Saturday, our entertainers put on an all-request, live show based on your...

In The Row with John McDermott and friends

Presented by The Bluebird Cafe at The Bluebird Cafe

June 20, 2013

In The Row with John McDermott and friends.  Early shows at the Bluebird usually feature the best up and coming songwriters (and the occasional hit writer). They may not have a lot of hits yet, but you will see a great show.

Debi Champion Songwriter Rounds

Presented by The Commodore Grille at The Commodore Grille

June 20, 2013

Debi Champion hosts songwriter rounds at the Commodore Grille to showcase some of Nashville's great songwriters. Tonight's show features Kirsti Manor, Boomer Castleman, Lois Hess (BD party), Harold Allen, Virginia Vick, John Trentes, Cowboy Slim, Antionette Olesen, Sean Cunningham, Kokomo Joe, Tommy Holden, Salvatore Boyd, Nashgirl01....

Dusty Hundley, Zach & Brad and Jimmy Charles

Presented by Margaritaville Nashville at Margaritaville Nashville

June 20, 2013

Head out to Margaritaville for live music and more!

Dusty Hundley will perform from 12:00pm-4:30pm. You can find Dusty most weekends behind a microphone in venues throughout the southeast and weekdays playing the honky-tonks of Broadway in Nashville. His shows are loaded with the best classic rock,...

John Jonethis in the V Lounge Piano Bar

Presented by Artist Development Group at Valentino's Ristorante

June 20, 2013

John Jonethis, The Voice of Romance, sings the great songs from the The American Songbook plus today's romantic and dance favorites. From Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett to Harry Connick Jr, Norah Jones & Michael Buble.  Jonethis entertains with charm and sophistication.

Live Free: Morgan Fite's last exhibition of the year!

Presented by Morgan Fite - Visual Fine Art at Main Street Gallery

June 14-June 20, 2013

This July, I will be leaving the country to travel the world for 6+ months. Before leaving, I am unveiling some new work that I've been itching to share with you! These newer paintings, including pieces from the recent Wanderlust...

Michael Streissguth Author Event

Presented by Parnassus Books at Parnassus Books

June 20, 2013

Michael Streissguth will be doing a reading and book signing for his upcoming book OUTLAW about the outlaw movement in Nashville during the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Jamie Rounds Memorial Jam

Presented by Douglas Corner Cafe at Douglas Corner Cafe

June 20, 2013

Douglas Corner is for songwriters and aspiring artists, what the world famous “Improv” is for comedians. Douglas Corner Cafe began in 1987 when Recording Engineer, Mervin Louque, partnered with businessman, Rick Martin, to create a music venue aimed at showcasing new singers and songwriters in Nashville. It soon grew to become a...

Science Café - The Maker Revolution: Moving from Consumer to Creator

Presented by Adventure Science Center at Adventure Science Center

June 20, 2013

Adventure Science Center invites you to join us for a series of informal discussions on current issues in science. Whether tackling how science can solve global problems or help us to understand how the universe works, these gatherings are NOT lectures. They are an opportunity for you to share your opinions, ideas and thoughts with other...

Music City Doughboys

Presented by Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville at Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville

June 20, 2013

At the first of 2012, some notorious Nashville sidemen came to the conclusion that there was not enough western swing being represented in music city. To help fill this void, they created the group Music City Doughboys. A spin off on the classic ‘Light Crust Doughboys,’ this group plays songs from the great Bob Wills, Spade Cooley,...

Panfish w/ Special Guest Diamond Carter

Presented by Dan McGuinness Irish Pub and Dan McGuinness Irish Pub at Dan McGuinness Irish Pub

June 20, 2013

 Join us Thursday evening on the patio at Dan McGuinness for Diamond Carter and #1 songwriter Dava Pahanisha and his band Panfish!  Diamond Carter goes on at 9pm so come out early!

Grace Adele + The Grand Band

Presented by Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Franklin at Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Franklin

June 20, 2013

Imagine a perfect blend of Nashville and Vaudeville, incorporating sensibilities from Music City with Radio City, and you'll find the dynamic female-fronted Americana group, Grace Adele & The Grand Band. With a distinct vintage style, Grace Adele sets her stage with traditional American roots drawn from classic country, western swing,...

Minnie Murphy

Presented by Sambuca at Sambuca Restaurant - Nashville

June 20, 2013

With just a keyboard and her jazzy, beautiful voice, Minnie Murphy can captivate a room and hold an audience in her spell, taking them on an entertaining voyage they'll not soon forget. Though barely in her 20's, the enchanting singer possesses a grace and talent that belies her young years and a confidence that radiates...

Dara Tucker Band

Presented by F. Scott's Restaurant and Jazz Bar at F. Scott's Restaurant and Jazz Bar

June 20, 2013

Head out to F. Scott's Restaurant and Jazz Bar for live music!

Dara Tucker was born into a musical family. So it’s no surprise that her love affair with music began at such an early age. The product of a music minister father, and a songstress mother, she began singing in her Tulsa, Oklahoma church at age 5. By age...

Music at the Frist: Lindsay George

Presented by Frist Center for the Visual Arts at Frist Center for the Visual Arts

June 21, 2013

With a stunning voice, intense spirit, and honest lyrics, Belmont grad and Nashville Jazz Workshop alumna, Lindsay George has created a jazz pop sound for a new generation of listeners. On her latest project, a pop CD titled “Who Would I Have to Be?” Lindsay embarked on a year-long collaboration with chart topping artist/producer...

Photos That Heal - Photography Exhibit

Presented by Scarritt-Bennett Center at Scarritt-Bennett Center

April 22-June 21, 2013

Ansel Adams once observed, “A photograph is usually looked at– seldom looked into.” Seldom do we pause long enough to become intimate with the photograph, to rest our eyes on the photograph, to be drawn into the setting of the photograph, or to take time to see what healing it has to offer us.

The photographs selected...

Tootsies Orchid Lounge Friday Shows

Presented by Tootsies Orchid Lounge at Tootsies Orchid Lounge

June 21, 2013

Tootsies has two stages that host live local talent each day covering modern day country music artists as well as original work. Step into the world famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge for great live music in the middle of Nashville's Lower Broadway area.

Big Bang Dueling Pianos

Presented by The Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar at The Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar

June 21, 2013

Music City may be known for Country, but at Nashville’s only dueling piano bar, you’ll hear everything from Billy Joel to Britney Spears and Journey to Justin Bieber right alongside those country classics. At The Big Bang, you control the music. Every Tuesday-Saturday, our entertainers put on an all-request, live show based on your...