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Nashville Weekend Happenings: May 14-17

Nashville Beaches

  • Pack a picnic, grab your beach towels, some floats and take the family to one of Nashville’s “Beaches”. Nashville is lucky to have many rivers, creeks and lakes nearby. Check out a few family friendly “beach” areas here.

Blue Angels Fly Over

  • The US Navy Blue Angels will be flying over Nashville in a 17 minute salute to frontline COVID-19 responders. Times are subject to change. Residents should observe the flyovers from the safety of their home-quarantine and should refrain from traveling to see the flyover. Social distancing should be practiced at all times. The show is scheduled for 12 p.m. See the route here.

Mural Tour

  • Load up and use my Mural Guide to see some of the best murals in town! Snap a few selfies and tag me on social media!

Strawberry Picking

  • It’s Berry Picking Season! Here are a few farms that are offering U-Pick Strawberries this year. Some are not offering it due to social distancing. We went to Kelley’s and felt safe. We did not come in close contact with anyone except for paying (FYI-they only accept cash) but please use your own discretion*

Kelley’s Berry Farm, Circle S Farms, Crafton Farms, Bottom View Farm, P and P Farms, Woodall’s Strawberries and Head’s Farms.

Puppy Pause Playdate

  • The Nashville Humane Society is hosting a Puppy Playdate on Zoom! See some adorable puppies for a suggested $10 donation to the shelter! Who knows, you may find your new best friend! Register here.

Pfunky Griddle

  • One of Nashville’s favorite spots for pancakes will open on Friday, May 15th! Stop by and have a fun experience as you create your own pancakes!

Virtual Cheekwood in Bloom

  • Take a virtual tour of over 150,000 bulbs at Cheekwood in Bloom.
  • Cheekwood also has a reading challenge with book suggestions and online storytimes

STAY TUNED

Music City Partner Cards will be launching SOON with discounts to over 50 merchants in Nashville including Cheekwood, Draper James, Anzie Blue, Goldfish Swim School, Ruby Sunshine and many more! Details coming soon!

/ Outdoor Fun, Things to do

Beachin’ in Nashville

*Some sites may be closed due to COVID so please check each location for details.


Nashville may be land locked but we are lucky to have lots of lakes and rivers close by! Here are a few areas with a “beachy” area for the kids to play and enjoy! Take a picnic, some floats and pretend you’re on a tropical vacation.

Cook Day Use-$4 per car

Cedar Creek Recreation Area-$5 per car

Lock 3 Park– $5 per car

Old Hickory Beach-$5 per car

Long Hunter State Park

Smith Springs Park

/ East Nashville, Nashville Eats

I Dream of Weenie

“Hot Dog, I love that weenie man!” Do y’all know the “Weenie Man” song?

One of my favorite lunch spots in Nashville is I Dream of Weenie! This hot dog food truck (or rather a VW Bus) is a staple to the East Nashville community! I’m a big fan of their veggie hot dogs topped with mac n’ cheese! Their artisan buns are locally made and are delicious! I would go just for a bun!

Check out their Sunday Brunch menu with options like the French Toast Weenie, Eggs Benny Weenie, Hash Brown Casserole and more

In non-social distance times, you can find tables and chairs to picnic at. Online ordering is now available for contactless payment.

East Nashville was devastated during the tornadoes on March 3rd. This community needs our support now more than ever.

East Nashville was devastated during the tornadoes on March 3rd. This community needs our support now more than ever.

I Dream of Weenie is a Nashville Eats must!

Location: 113 South 11th Street Nashville, TN 37206

Hours: Wednesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

My favorite: Hashbrown Casserole Weenie

/ The Nash Chat

The Swon Brothers

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Before the world shut down, I had the opportunity to sit down with The Swon Brothers at Country Radio Seminar. Not only are these brothers the nicest but they have a new song out, perfect to celebrate Mother’s Day called Mommas!

After gaining national attention on The Voice, this duo has gained a dedicated “swontourage” and received many nominations in the industry. They’ve toured with the biggest names in country music and have a legend on their song, “Travelin’ On”.

Tune in to listen to our chat and make sure to download Mommas.

/ Nashville Murals, Outdoor Fun, Things to do

Nashville Murals Guide

Nashville is home to many beautiful and inspiring murals. Here’s a guide broken down by area to some of my favorites around the city! I’ll continue to update this list as new artwork pops up.

*12th South 

I Believe in Nashville- 2700 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37204

Draper James Blue/White Striped Wall-2608 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37204

Looking Pretty, Music City 2709 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37204

Headphones Mural 2403 12th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37204

Make Music, Not War-2902 12th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37204

Five Daughters Donuts 1110 Caruthers Avenue Nashville, TN 37204

Nashville Looks Good On You-2509 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37204

Flowers 2900 12th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37204

Candy Hearts-601 8th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37204

*The Gulch 

Jason Woodside and Ian Ross Murals- 299 11th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203

What Lifts You-230 11th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203

Acoustic Skyline -911 Division Street, Nashville, TN 37203

*Hillsboro Village

Hillsoboro Village-2013 Capers Avenue, Nashville, TN 37212

Lips Mural 1814 21st Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37212

Dragon Mural 2102 Belcourt Avenue Nashville, TN 37212

Kay Bob’s Grill-1602 21st Avenue South Nashville, TN 37212

*Downtown Nashville

I Believe in Smashville 501 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203

Smash Mural-501 Broadway (inside Bridgestone Arena) Nashville, TN 37203

Peacock 123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203

Neils Meulman Calligraphy Mural-236 5th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37219

Beau Stanton mural-236 5th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37219

Rone Portrait-530 Church Street Nashville, TN 37219

Tribute to Gibson Guitars-Located in Metro Alley at 3rd Avenue (near Printers Alley)

Angels and Monsters Mural-236 5th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37219

Mural by Tavar Zawacki-236 5th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37219

Instagram Like-1230 4th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37201

Kind Comments-209 3rd Avenue North Nashville, TN 37201

*The Nations

Dolly Mural 5100 Indiana Ave Nashville, TN 37201

Lee Estes Mural and Children Playing (1407 51st Avenue Nashville, TN 37209

Spread Love the Nashville Way-1404 51st Avenue North Nashville, TN 37209

She’s Worth More-5022 Centennial Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37209

*Charlotte Ave-3020 Charlotte Avenue Nashville, TN 37209

It’s Going to Be Ok and Off The Wall Murals 3020 Charlotte Avenue Nashville, TN 37209

Wish For Peace-4816 Charlotte Avenue Nashville, TN 37209

*Sylvan Park

Stop Playing With Your Food-5001 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209

*Fort Houston 

Love Y’all 2020 Lindell Ave, Nashville, TN 37203

The Loading Dock-2028A Lindell Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203

*8th Avenue

Life Can Be Sweet- 1512 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203

*Elliston Place Garage-207 Louise Ave, Nashville, TN 37203

The garage and stairwells are covered in murals

*East Nashville

Slay Dragons-1224 Meridian Street Nashville, TN 37207

Stay Tuned: 625 Main Street Nashville, TN 37206

East Nashville: 600 Main Street Nashville, TN 37206

Galatic Gardens-800 Fort Negley Blvd.  Nashville, 37203

Hot Air Balloon-1034 West Eastland Avenue Nashville, 37206

No Selfies-917 Woodland Street Nashville, TN 37206

Nashville Strong-1008A Woodland Street Nashville, TN 37206

Bear Outing-103 South 11th Street, Nashville, TN 37206


*West End

Import Flowers-3636 Murphy Road Nashville, TN 37209

Holiday Inn Vanderbilt Mural-2613 West End Avenue Nashville, TN 37203

Heiroglitches Mural-2813 West End Avenue Nashville,TN 37203

*Germantown

The Kind Way-1120 Fourth Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208

*Belle Meade

Balloon, Insta Heart and CBD Murals at Anzie Blue 4239 Harding Pike Ste 4, Nashville, TN 37205

*Franklin

I Love Franklin Mural 144 Bridge Street, Franklin, TN 37064

Happy Mural inside of Tin Cottage 334 Main St. Franklin, TN 37064

*Where is your favorite Nashville mural? If you have one that needs to be added to the list, please leave a comment.

/ For Mom, General Info, Weekend Happenings

Weekend Happenings: Mother’s Day Weekend

Mother’s Day Brunch Options

  • Mother’s definitely deserve a nice brunch! Check out local restaurants offering specials and to-go options

Give Back to Families and Children in our Community!

Prints with a Purpose: 100% of proceeds from these gorgeous Nashville prints by artist, Danielle Cather-Cohen will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank.

Pre-Order a Nashville tote designed by artist, Maizie Clarke as a part of the Music City Kids Matter Campaign, also benefitting Second Harvest.

Tennessee Glasses– I’ve teamed up with The Charleston Weekender to sell these cute glasses to benefit the food bank. There are only a few left! These would also make a great Mother’s Day gift.

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Closet Sale

  • Thursday, May 7th at 8 p.m. on Facebook!
  • I’m hosting a closet sale with Women and Children’s clothing, accessories, home goods and more. Everything is $15 or less

Kroger Social Socials

  • Join Kroger for a nationwide stay-at-home social, taking place every Saturday from 4 pm to 6 pm local time! This week’s theme is the Mother’s Day Social! Download Social Kit with invitations, challenges, activities and recipes here.

Strawberry Picking

  • It’s Berry Picking Season! Here are a few farms that are offering U-Pick Strawberries this year. Some are not offering it due to social distancing. We went to Kelley’s and felt safe. We did not come in close contact with anyone except for paying (FYI-they only accept cash) but please use your own discretion*

Kelley’s Berry Farm, Circle S Farms, Crafton Farms, Bottom View Farm, P and P Farms, Woodall’s Strawberries and Head’s Farms.

Virtual Cheekwood in Bloom

  • Take a virtual tour of over 150,000 bulbs at Cheekwood in Bloom.
  • Cheekwood also has a reading challenge with book suggestions and online storytimes

Opry Live Stream

  • Dustin Lynch, Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani and Trace Adkins are live this Saturday on the Grand Ole Opry!

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