A Cup of Coffee for Conexión Américas

Presented by Conexion Americas at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel

Join us for our annual fundraising breakfast, A Cup of Coffee for Conexión Américas on Wednesday, May 30th from 8:00am-9:00am at the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel. Free admission, donations appreciated.



05/30/12

Free admission, donations appreciated



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Loews Vanderbilt Hotel - 2100 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN, 37203



The Art of Music Art Show w/Ev Niewoehner - Fundraiser for the Nashville Jazz Workshop

Presented by Nashville Jazz Workshop at Nashville Jazz Workshop

Nashville Jazz Workshop is proud to be hosting a new solo exhibition by Nashville-based artist, Ev Niewoehner. Please join us for the opening reception on March 11, 2:00pm-4:00pm. We're big fans of Ev's works, and will be hosting the show from March 1 - May 31, 2012. 50% of profits from the sale will go to benefit NJW.

Ev Niewoehner was born in rural Iowa and at age ten moved with his family to Colorado. He graduated from Fort Collins High School and later earned history degrees from Colorado State University and the University of Northern Colorado. He also studied art at several universities. After teaching at the high school level for four years, he owned and operated an art gallery in Los Angeles. Teaching opportunities brought him to Tennessee where he taught for twenty one years.

In 1999, Niewoehner retired from teaching which allowed him to concentrate on his first love, oil painting, an activity at which he is working full time. Although working with a number of genres, it has been the subject of music which has dominated the bulk of his body of work. Niewoehner has exhibited in a number of galleries and art centers in Los Angeles, New Orleans, Memphis, Birmingham, Atlanta, Rome, GA, Estes Park, CO, Fairhope, AL, and Nashville, where he maintains his studio and home. He has a daughter, who lives in Nashville and is a teacher with Metro schools.

For more information, contact the Nashville Jazz Workshop at (615) 242-5299 or go to www.NashvilleJazz.org.

Image: "Jazz Combo" by Ev Niewoehner

 

 



03/11/12 - 05/31/12

Free Admission



- http://www.nashvillejazz.org/EventDetails.php?eventID=160

Nashville Jazz Workshop - 1319 Adams Street, Nashville, TN, 37208



SPLASH!

Presented by Nashville PRIDE at Mad Donna's

Swimwear Fashion Show benefit for Nashville PRIDE!



06/02/12

TBA



- http://www.nashvillepride.org

Mad Donna's - 1313 Woodland St, Nashville, TN, 37206



Seeds of Hope

Presented by Monroe Harding Inc. at Monroe Harding, Inc.

Seeds of Hope is a self-guided garden tour benefiting Monroe Harding, Inc. The tour is celebrating its 10th year with five premier gardens.



06/02/12

TBA



- http://www.monroeharding.org

Monroe Harding, Inc. - 1120 Glendale Lane, Nashville, TN, 37204



2012 Middle Tennessee Arthritis Walk

Presented by Arthritis Foundation at Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

Join the Arthritis Foundation Saturday, June 2 at Nashville Zoo for the 2012 Middle Tennessee Arthritis Walk! The Arthritis Walk® is the signature fundraising event for the Arthritis Foundation. But it's not just an event, it's a celebration of year-round movement to help prevent and treat arthritis. All Arthritis Walk proceeds benefit the Arthritis Foundation, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization, and help to provide public health education; pursuing public policy and legislation; and conducting evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis.

 

 



06/02/12

Please call for e-mail for more information



- http://www.walkmiddletn.kintera.org

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere - 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville, TN, 37211



Nashville Pride Pageant

Presented by Nashville PRIDE at Play Dance Bar

Who will be named the reigning drag king and queen for 2012 at the annual Nashville Pride Pageant?
Registration forms are available by going to this link

The contestant entry fee for the 2012 Pride Pageant is $50. The pageant will be judged in the following categories:
* Presentation
* Formal Wear/Question and Answer (Women Gown/Men Tux or Suit)
* Talent

*All proceeds benefit Nashville Pride

 



06/10/12

$10/ticket



- http://www.NashvillePride.org

Play Dance Bar - 1519 Church St, Nashville, TN, 37203



42nd Annual American Artisan Festival

Presented by American Artisan Festival at Centennial Park

In 2012, the festival will host the work of 165 exhibitors from 35 states across America. Each has been selected for excellence within their medium including jewelry, pottery, wood, blown glass, photography, clothing, metal, outdoor furniture, toys, candles, batiks, handmade paper, leather, hats and more. Find an incredible gift for Dad, or the perfect gift for yourself – there is amazing artistry this year and something for everyone.

Each year we make sure to have some of Nashville's incredible musical talent on hand to play live music for our guests. We will update the site with the artists as soon as we confirm the schedule of performers. It wouldn't be any fun without great refreshments—come and have a picnic lunch or dinner at the fair and enjoy a variety of delicious foods and beverages from more than twelve different vendors.  Finally, there is always a FREE Children’s Art booth for kids of all ages to create their own handiwork, with skilled supervision on hand.

GIVE BACK TO NASHVILLE: HONOR FOUNDER NANCY SATURN
Nancy Saturn, local arts pioneer, and the founder of the American Artisan Festival and Gallery, died on March 9, 2010 following a valiant fight against breast cancer. We plan to celebrate the life and legacy of Nancy Saturn, and her passion, which was both to support the arts in Nashville, as well as raise awareness and support for Gilda’s Club Nashville, a gathering place for people with cancer.

In Nancy's honor, we will donate 10% of all profits to support local arts organizations and Gilda's Club Nashville. Join us to make a difference!



06/15/12 - 06/17/12

Free Admission



- http://www.american-artisan.com/

Centennial Park - 2598 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN, 37203



Who's Got Next?

Presented by Midnight Basketball League/Program

Featuring some of the best athletes in the nation, The 5th Annual "Who's Got Next" Classic of Nashville, TN, is a highly competitive Youth and Adult Men and Women’s Basketball tournament. You’ll see premiere players from former collegiate to current professionals of the NBA.

Just four years ago, we started with only 16 teams. In 2011, we accompanied over 70 teams from across the nation and attract several future collegiate standouts to NBA notables such as Penny Hardaway, Thaddeus Young, Corey Brewer, Brandan Wright, Lester Hudson, Cedric Henderson, Hot Sauce, Spyda and more! Bring the whole family for food, fun, and great entertainment! Proceeds benefit the Midnight Basketball League – an educational, crime prevention program for underserved youth and young adults.

Teams must register by June 1, 2012



06/22/12 - 06/24/12

$10/Day Pass
Free Admission/kids 5 and under

Teams must register by June 1, 2011




- http://www.jseworld.org



2012 Music City Hot Chicken Festival

Presented by Music City Hot Chicken Festival at East Park Community Center

The annual Music City Hot Chicken Festival celebrating an original Nashville culinary tradition - hot chicken! This free event features the unique southern flare of local restaurants, amateur cooking competition, inflatables for the children, the Yazoo Brewery beer garden, and of course, legendary Nashville music. The first 500 people will be treated to free hot chicken samples from Prince’s Hot Chicken Shack, The Chicken Shack and Bolton’s Spicy Chicken & Fish. After the free bird is gone, you can head over to the food garden and purchase some tasty hot chicken.



07/04/12

Free Admission



- http://www.nashvillehotchickenfestival.com

East Park Community Center - 700 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN, 37206



Moving Towards a Cure Brain Tumor Awareness 5k Run/Walk

Presented by Miles for hope at Shelby Bottoms Park, Riverview Shelter

Miles For Hope is holding its 2nd Annual “Moving Towards A Cure®” event in Nashville, Tennessee. Come join us on Saturday, July 7, 2012 for a family-friendly day to include a 5K OR 1M Run/Walk at beautiful Shelby Bottoms Park (Riverview Shelter) in Nashville! Day of event registration begins at 8:00am and a continental breakfast will be served. Register in advance at  Fees: 5K Run/Walk & 1M Family Fun Run $20 thru 6/23/12. Fees will be $25 thereafter. Virtual participants welcomed: $20 fee. All fees include an event t-shirt if registered by 6/16/12. After this date, only while supplies last. Visit Miles For Hope for more information.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! If you would like to help out, please call (727) 781-4673, or register as a volunteer online.



07/07/12

$20/person; $25/after 06/23/12. Registration fee includes entry fee, bib number, event t-shirt*, breakfast and finishing medal.
*Must register by 06/16/12



- http://www.BrainTumorEvents.org/Nashville2012

Shelby Bottoms Park, Riverview Shelter - 451 S 20th Street, Nashville, TN, 37206



23rd Annual White Oak Crafts Fair

Presented by Arts Center of Cannon County at Arts Center of Cannon County

The work of over 75 craft artisans will be available for purchase as The White Oak Craft Fair returns for its 23rd year, offering something of interest for everybody who delights in items and products that are individually designed and hand crafted. From 9:00am until 5:00pm, Saturday, September 8th and Sunday, September 9th, 2012, the Arts Center of Cannon County will host the top craft artisans from throughout the region who will offer for sale their original textiles, jewelry, woodcarving, metalwork, pottery, photography, chairs, baskets, ironwork, stained glass and much more.

The White Oak Craft Fair takes place along the banks of the East Fork Stones River just down from the Arts Center. More than 75 artisans will present an enormous variety of work, all of which is chosen for it excellence and integrity by a highly respected selection panel. In an age when mass production makes so many things widely available, the White Oak Crafts Fair celebrates the inspiration and skill of the individual maker as well as being an opportunity to appreciate uniqueness. This is an event, whose reputation has spread to attract new attendees from across the region as well as appealing, year after year, to regular visitors.

In association with the Cannon Association of Craft Artists, The Arts Center of Cannon County has developed and coordinated this event for the past 22 years. Although a high percentage of the participants in the show are typically perennial favorites, new exhibitors join the show each year, so there is always something new and fresh for visitors to look forward to. Along with food booths to tempt the palate and quench the thirst, "The Kitchen at The Arts Center" will provide traditional southern cooking inside the Arts Center.  

Note:  Admission to this event is free with a $2 donation for supervised parking to benefit The Woodbury Lions Club and The Arts Center of Cannon County. 



09/08/12 - 09/09/12

Free Admission, $2/Donation encouraged



- http://www.artscenterofcc.com/Crafts/WhiteOakCraftsFair.html

Arts Center of Cannon County - 1424 John Bragg Highway, Woodbury, TN, 37190



Heritage Ball

Presented by The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson

The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County will host its annual Heritage Ball on Saturday, September 22, at the Eastern Flank Battlefield Park in Franklin. Cocktails are at 7:00pm with dinner and dancing to follow. The event benefits the Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County.



09/22/12

TBA



- http://www.historicfranklin.com



8th Annual Franklin Wine Festival

Presented by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee at The Factory at Franklin

The eighth annual Franklin Wine Festival—a celebration of wine and cuisine— is open to the public and features more than 300 wines for tastings and culinary offerings from 30 Middle Tennessee restaurants and caterers, a live and silent auction, and live entertainment on multiple stages. There are additionally exclusive Vintner’s Dinners that represent the ultimate pairing of food and wine on a very intimate scale. Check back late summer for details on these one-of-a-kind experiences.

All proceeds of the Franklin Wine Festival benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee helping change children's perspectives for the better. Last year Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee served 2,541 Middle Tennessee's children with a mentor in their lives helping create better schools, safer neighborhoods, and enabling healthier choices for our children. By supporting the Franklin Wine Festival, you are helping change the way children are growing up in Middle Tennessee.



10/19/12

$85/Person



- http://www.FranklinWineFestival.com

The Factory at Franklin - 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064



Wine Down Main Street

Presented by Boys & Girls Club of Franklin/Williamson County at Historic Downtown Franklin

Wine Down Main Street is the best night out all year and Franklin's Premier Wine Tasting Event. Now in it's 12th year, Wine Down Main Street is a unique wine tasting that takes place along Historic Main Street in Franklin. Just 20 miles south of Nashville, more than 40 shops play host to wines from around the world. Participants receive a booklet listing the wines and descriptions and a commemorative wine glass.

 



11/02/12

$TBA/Ticket



- http://www.winedownmainstreet.com/

Historic Downtown Franklin - Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37027



Houses of Hope

Presented by Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel

Houses of Hope provides a unique opportunity to expose your friends and colleagues to the mission and impact of Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity. Registration begins at 11:30 am and the luncheon and program will take place from noon to 1:00pm. This year’s donations will support our mission to provide the life-changing opportunity for people to purchase and own quality, affordable homes.

Houses of Hope is one of our most important annual events. On behalf of our partner families, thank you for helping to make it a success.



11/12/12

We offer two options for this event to either host or sponsor a table:
1. Host a Table: The goal is for each table to raise a minimum of $2,500. Please let your guests know that this is an appeal luncheon. At the end of the program, pledge cards will be distributed and there will be an appeal for a gift.
2. Event Sponsor: You or your company may elect to be an event sponsor at one of the following levels and invite friends as your guests simply to celebrate the mission with you.



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Loews Vanderbilt Hotel - 2100 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN, 37203