Holiday

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Pumpkin Carving Fall weather has arrived in much of the country, and with it comes a desire to partake in autumn-inspired activities. Apple-picking, haunted hay rides and pumpkin carving are among some of the most popular things to do at this time of the year.
  Whether you’re carving your pumpkin with or without kids this year, it can be a blast! Most people have experienced at least one jack-o-lantern “fail”, but if you follow some basic guidelines, you’ll be more likely to end up with a handsome looking result.
  For pumpkin carving success, be sure to follow these 5 basic steps:
  1. Select the right kind of pumpkin and tools for carving – The smaller the pumpkin, the more difficult it will be to work with, so choose one that’s large enough to…
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trickortreating

Trick-or-treating is all about family fun, halloween decorations, costumes and of course…..CANDY! Going door-to-door screaming “TRICK-OR-TREAT”, collecting candy, and showing off your best costume is a halloween tradition. And Nashville has landed in Zillow’s Top 20 Best Places to Trick-or-Treat. Middle Tennessee has some of the best streets to take your children to, complete with out of this world decorations, spooky haunted houses, spider webs, zombie graveyards and so much more. Here are some of the best neighborhoods to go trick-or-treating this halloween:

  • River Plantation in Bellevue
  • The Richland Neighborhood off West End
  • Fatherland Street in East Nashville
  • Belmont Boulevard in Nashville
  • Essex Street in Hillsboro/West End
  • Westhaven
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Pumpkin patch

Nothing screams fall quite visiting a local pumpkin patch. Getting to be outside and enjoy the beautiful weather, selecting the best pumpkins to take home, running around a corn maze, and experiencing a hayride are all available in Middle Tennessee. Here are some of the best places to relish in all things fall:

 

 

Williamson County

  • Gentry’s Farm
  • Cooper Trooper Foundation Pumpkin Patch
  • Morning Glory Orchard

Rutherford County

  • Lucky Ladd Farms
  • The Maize at Milton
  • Walden Farm

Sumner County

  • Fiddle Dee Farms
  • Madison Creek Farms
  • Bottom View Farm

Wilson County

  • Mrs B’s Pumpkin Patch
  • Pumpkin Hill

Davidson County

  • Honeysuckle Hill Farm
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Fall decor outside Seasonal decorating is fun regardless of the time of year, but fall is an especially popular time of year to add cozy touches to both the interior and exterior of a home. Because of its simplicity and affordability, outside decorating in autumn is something everyone can participate in.
  Fall brings about comforting feelings of nostalgia for many people, along with cooler temperatures that turn our minds toward spiced coffees and warm muffins in the oven. The scents of fall beget memories of our childhoods that most of us look back on fondly.
  Here are a number of ideas to spruce up your home’s exterior as you find yourself getting into the autumnal spirit:

 

Make it colorful

While the colors of fall are typically darker and…
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fall festivals (1)

The leaves are changing colors, the air is getting cooler, and Middle Tennessee is beginning to welcome fall. With fall comes pumpkin patches, hayrides, and festivals to enjoy with friends and family, and fortunately there are countless events to celebrate Autumn.

 

Cheekwood Harvest

Cheekwood has planned a month of family-friendly activities to showcase all that fall has to offer. From now until October 30th, enjoy scarecrows, a house made of all pumpkins (must see!), pumpkin patch, fairytale cottage, trains, and treehouse’s. This year, Cheekwood added something for the adults, the Cheekwood Beer Garden! Sip on craft beers on tap and delicious pub fare on a delightful autumn afternoon. Find out more information here.

 

Pumpkin Patch Festival

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Fall Decore

As the intense heat of summer begins to sizzle out, the relief of the cooler autumn air is almost always welcomed with open arms. With a hint of briskness and steaming cups of pumpkin-flavored coffee, fall brings with it a cozy feeling that makes it a favorite season for many.

 

When it comes to fall décor, outdoor designs range from autumnal-colored wreaths and multi-colored gourds to scarecrows and jack-o-lanterns for those who like to get into the spirit of Halloween.

 

If you’re in love with this time of year or if you simply have a penchant for seasonal decorating, you most likely want your home’s interior to give off an autumn vibe as well. A few well-placed items are all you need for just a hint that fall has arrived. If you want to…
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Father’s Day Activities in Nashville

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Father’s Day is this Sunday, do you know what you will be taking your dad to do this weekend? If not, here are some fun activities to do with dad that will be sure to please in the Nashville area.

 

Golf Courses

Most Dad’s heavily enjoy a day out on the links and Nashville has an abundance of well-kept golf courses. Try the Hermitage Golf Course on Old Hickory, it was voted the #1 public golf course in the state by Golf Digest. Other public and municipal golf courses in the area include Gaylord Springs Golf Links, Nashboro Golf Club, McCabe Golf Course and Percy Warner Golf Course.

 

Nashville Sounds

The Nashville Sounds is Nashville’s Minor League baseball team and they have a brand new stadium, First

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DIY Man Cave for Dad

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Women often have a space in the home to call their very own – a place where they can relax and find peace in their day. This may be in the form of a makeup room, dressing room, reading room, sewing room, craft room, sitting room or even a chef’s kitchen for the woman who relaxes through cooking.

 

It seems only fair, then, that the man of the house should have such a place to unwind, too. Through popular media, such escape areas for men have been dubbed “man caves,” which makes them sound utilitarian and unappealing. Regardless of its name, a man cave can be an attractive getaway spot if you’re ready to get creative.

 

Depending on your budget and the look you’re going for; use ideas from this list to build the man cave

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Grilling Party at Home for Memorial Day

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Each year, as May draws to a close and Spring is in full swing with summer just around the corner, everyone gathers together with their family and friends to celebrate Memorial Day. When the weather is divine, Memorial Day cookouts are the joie de vivre. Here’s hoping that this year’s day to honor fallen US soldiers will be full of sunshine and gentle breezes.

 

Originally called Decoration Day in 1868 at the end of the American Civil War, today’s modern Memorial Day celebrates any and all American soldiers who died while they were in the military. Sometimes the meaning behind Memorial Day can get lost, and it’s important to reflect on what the day really signifies. Children,

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