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            <title>Chris Botti Joins Forces with the Nashville Symphony on May 17th through 19th</title>
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Not even pausing to take a breath from their recent road to Carnegie Hall, Nashville Symphony's next performance will be featuring renowned trumpeter and two-time Grammy nominee, Chris Botti. This well respected trumpeter and composer is an American favorite because of his unique ability to tackle a wide array of musical styles, but he is without a doubt the most well recognized for his heart throbbing jazz instrumentals. Musically exposed from a young age, Chris Botti is able to blend together classic, pop and jazz influences to create truly unique tunes that will surely mark a night worth listening to when coupled with the skill of Nashville's professional symphony.


Nashville is just one stop for Chris Botti on this year's world tour, but it is sure to be one of the best ones – Nashvilleans should consider themselves lucky to have access to both a Grammy winning symphony and a world class trumpeter. If you haven't had a chance to listen to Chris Botti's musical genius, you can head over to his website for a free sampling of his most recent album – Impressions – at ChrisBotti.com.


In the past when Chris Botti has made the trip to Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center, shows have sold out rather quickly, so you'll want to be sure to go ahead and reserve your ticket now if you haven't already. Even if a trip to the Symphony isn't normally what you would consider a good night out, you'll definitely want to consider making the trip May 17 through May 19 for what is sure to be a truly awe-inspiring performance from two of the nation's best musical forces.


If jazz isn't something you'd get out of bed for, check back at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center on May 31 through June 2 for a more classic and romantic performance of the iconic Carmina Burana, tickets on sale now.
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            <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 15:06:56 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>LaurelBrooke Luxury Homes in Franklin TN</title>
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Nashville doesn't have too many gated and manned residential communities but one that always springs to mind for me is LaurelBrooke. This upscale community is actually located in Franklin and borders Brentwood, It's location, just off Hillsboro Pike, gives the residents easy access to Cool Springs, downtown Franklin, and Green Hills. There are numerous private schools close by, most notably CPA.


Over the past 5 years I have personally shown a large number of the homes in laurelBrooker over $1,000,000 have personally sold homes from around $2M to well over $3M. As a result of these showings and previews for clients I've built up a good library of homes that were previously listed and now coming back on the market. 


One example of a previous sale is 1204 Waterstone Blvd. This home was built by Mike Ford and, even though the home is just over 10,000 sq ft, it is one of the homes that has an instant appeal to those looking for a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Having a home this large allows the rooms for all the functions of the home to be just a little larger and also to have seperate functions instead of being a multifunction room. For example have a dedicated movie theatre room is a huge bonus instead of combining it with a family or games room. With another room for gift wrapping or crafts as well as a room for fitness really helps the home function is such a way to allow the family members to have their own independance but also encourage the coming together for family events and social occasions.


In terms of entertaining, this home really has managed to achive the perfect blend of formal living and a relaxed family home. As you can see by the extensive photographs the current owners have really managed to blend the colors and styles that make this home the perfect combination of contempary and traditional feels.


If you would like to set up a private showing to see this home let me know as it should be coming on the market in the coming weeks


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            <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 23:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Find a Bargain at Nashville's Flea Market Weekend Starting on May 25th</title>
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Junk addicts in Nashville, Tennessee, mark your calendars! This month the Tennessee State Fairgrounds will be hosting their monthly Flea Market on May 25th, 26th and 27th at the Nashville Expo Center. This enormous flea-market comes to town on the fourth weekend of every single month except December, and it is always worth the trip. If you enjoy thrifting, bargain shopping, or garage sale-ing, you'll definitely want to make room in your Memorial Day weekend to attend this month's Flea Market Weekend.


Nashville, Tennessee boasts the seventh largest Flea Market in the entire United States of America. In fact, the 1,300 booths that make up your average Flea Market Weekend can't be contained inside the massive Nashville Expo Center… You'll find excess booths overflowing into the parking lot and around the building. Of course, with this many different vendors there's an astounding selection of bargains to sift through... You can find anything from antiques and collectibles to live shrubbery to Amish vendors to used furniture, and then just about anything else you can imagine.


Entrance into the Tennessee State Fairgrounds Flea Market Weekend is entirely free, although depending on where you park you may be subjected to a small $5 fee (to help cover the cost of hiring an attendant), but rest assured that you'll find well over $5 worth of savings within the flea market, so don't let that stop you. Whether you're looking to furnish your new apartment on a tight budget or you're simply looking for a good time browsing the countless interesting items for sale, this month's Nashville Flea Market Weekend won't be one you want to miss! Come check out the huge variety of booths, vendors and people this month on May 25th, 26th and 27th...Doors open at Noon on Friday, and 8AM on Saturday and Sunday.
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            <pubDate>Sun, 13 May 2012 20:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Living a Flexible Life of Luxury in Green Hills, Nashville – Have You Found Your New Home?</title>
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A community filled to the brim with beautiful homes and beautiful people, Green Hills is a relatively well-off neighborhood in the city of Nashville, Tennessee. You'll find both condominiums and houses here, and pricing is very flexible throughout… Although it greatly depends on which individual neighborhood you end up living in. There are plenty of properties under $200,000 if you are a family looking for a safe neighborhood on a reasonable budget, but there are also high end subdivisions where you'll find estates well over $1M.


While Green Hills has historically been a heavily residential subdivision, it is also conveniently located within close proximity to Nashville's classiest mall, aptly named The Mall at Green Hills. It is definitely one of the best upscale shopping destinations in Nashville; you'll find stores like Tiffany's, Nordstrom, Louis Vitton, and of course many of the more typical mall chains.


The entire community of Green Hills is known for being quite safe. You will be located southwest of downtown Nashville, well out of the way of the late night revelers. Not only that, but Green Hills is nestled into some other of Nashville's safer and generally higher-class subdivisions – Belle Meade and Oak Hill, for example.


It's a great time to be a buyer in Green Hills, as inventory in the area is finally starting to dry up after lots of new construction a few years ago. This means that house pricing is still just about at its lowest, but the area is primed and ready to start growing in value. Green Hills is one of the most sought after real estate areas in Nashville, Tennessee, so you really shouldn't be worried about investing in something you won't be able to liquidate later down the road… Realtors across the nation include Green Hills as one of their preliminary recommendations for many prospective buyers relocating to Nashville, Tennessee.


All in all, Green Hills is definitely a community worth checking out at just about any price point. It's great for singles and college kids who need a quiet place to get away from university life, and it's great for families looking for safety and distance from the inner city. Why not check out some of the gorgeous listings available in Green Hills today?
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            <pubDate>Sun, 13 May 2012 07:30:19 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Dinging at The Pharmacy Burger Parlor and Beer Garden – A Must-Eat Experience!</title>
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Enjoy rich craft beers with one of the most flavorful house-made burgers in all of Nashville at a brand-new The Pharmacy Burger Parlor and Beer Garden. Since opening in December 2011, The Pharmacy has become a Nashville hotspot, quickly gaining lots of media attention and community recognition. On its old-school menu you will find delicious house-made classic and specialty recipes for wursts, burgers (mostly) and a pretty sizable selection of sides such as sweet potato fries and house 'tots. This place is almost always packed to the brim on weekends, so you'll definitely want to plan that into your schedule if you're counting on quick service.


One thing that sets The Pharmacy Burger Parlor and Beer Garden apart from any chain restaurant and many of the other burger joints in Nashville is that they buy all of their meats and most of their ingredients from local sources. For example, all their buns are baked by Provence Bakery. This is probably why every single burger at The Pharmacy feels like you're eating a home-cooked meal; all their foods are the result of the hard work and love of the community around you, although the Farm Burger is very commonly recommended. Check out the latest review of Nashville for "Americas best burger cities" in the Travel and Leisure magazine.


Not to be forgotten is The Pharmacy's vibrant menu of drink concoctions. Try one of their famous fizzy root beer floats, or enjoy some of the best local beers around on tap or straight from the bottle. You'll find a wide selection of your favorite global beers as well.


The Pharmacy is a combination of bustling beer house atmosphere mixed with vintage style burger joint and soda bar. This unique mixture of feel-good classics and house-made innovations is what's made this beer garden one of the most popular eateries in Nashville virtually overnight. Whether you're bringing a big group or just looking for a place to hang out, you'll find fun and fullness at Nashville's newest "best burger joint in town".
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            <title>3 Unique and Budget Friendly Shopping Experiences in Downtown Nashville</title>
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Nashville is known for being a culture rich city, mired in history and creativity. As such, it offers some of the most unique shopping experiences in Tennessee, and quite possibly in the Southern US. Read below for 3 unique shopping hotspots that'll give you and your friends or family an exquisite taste of Nashvillean culture at its budget-friendly best.


Hatch Show Print – Definitely one of the most culture-rich throwback stores in Nashville, the Hatch Show Print is actually one of the few old school printing operations still functioning – In fact, they've been in business for over 135 years! Their iconic posters and prints have defined the Nashville music scene for over a century, and while there's not a ton of stuff for sale, you'll occasionally be able to snag a limited edition poster that'll make all your friends jealous.


The Nashville Arcade – This unique shopping mall offers a different kind of experience compared to Nashville's other shopping malls. This glass shopping mall was inspired by a similarly styled one in Milan, Italy over 100 years ago in 1903. Today it's home to a huge assortment of often budget friendly local shops and eateries, and being right in the middle of Nashville, is a very popular stop for visitors and residents alike.


Ernest Tubb Record Store – One of the remaining old school record stores around, Ernest Tubb has a few locations throughout Tennessee, but the one in Nashville has the old Ernest Tubb tour bus available for you to walk around in. Ernest Tubb is known for having a wide selection of records, tapes and CDs with a specialty in the old music that you're going to have trouble finding anywhere else. Even if you could, Ernest Tubb makes a point of maintaining very reasonable prices on all their merchandise, on top of a very friendly and helpful staff. Definitely one of the best gift or souvenir shops in Nashville if you happen to be visiting, and it remains a frequent stop for many musically-inclined residents.


Opry Mills Has just reopened after the flood devasted all the stores but the newly renovated store represents the best in all that Nashville shopping has to offer and is well worth a visit.
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            <pubDate>Sun, 06 May 2012 21:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Here's Why Nashville, Tennessee is One of the Best Cities in the Country</title>
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Did you know that just a little less than a year ago, Forbes magazine ran a piece on the top 52 most populated cities in the entire USA and projected Nashville, Tennessee to rank as the 3rd best 'boom city'? That means that out of every major city in America, over the next 10 years Nashville is projected to cement its position as an economic stronghold through continued economic growth and smart development.


So, why does this matter to you as a home buyer? Well, to understand that question, you need to understand what makes Nashville such a great place to live in right now. It doesn't take much investigation to turn up the reason for the region's economic resilience – a 2008 regional study revealed that 50% of the entire population of the United States lives within a 650 mile radius of Nashville. This means that the capital of Tennessee has three important factors going for it that you, as a perspective home buyer, probably care about:




Low cost of living – Taxes are cheap and housing is available at just about any price-level. This means it's a great place to raise a family on a budget while still living a comfortable lifestyle.


Hub for all kinds of commerce – Due to its prime location, executive businessmen and businesswomen will enjoy convenient travel and a rich and reliable economy to call home.


It will always be fun in Nashville – Nobody wants to live in a boring city, and Nashville is about as far in the other direction as you could possibly go. There is so much to do throughout the city, from dining on the best southern cooking in the country to a day of tranquility in Centennial Park to rockin' the night away at one of the countless venues, that it seems unlikely you'd ever have a dull day.




Nashville, Tennessee is inhabited by folks who live by the familiar moniker, 'work hard, play hard'. Whatever your reason for relocation, there's a home with your name on it in Music City.
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            <pubDate>Sun, 06 May 2012 21:24:00 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Planning Ahead – Magical May Events in Nashville, Tennessee</title>
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As we are coming out of Nashville's officially dubbed Awesome April (a month-long recognition of the native musical culture), May is a celebration of the city's history and cuisine. Of course, throughout the month you'll have no trouble finding live music and good eating, but May is going to be an especially great month for the family. Check it out:


Cajun Fest – Amber Falls' annual Cajunfest is just around the corner on Saturday May 26th. Treat yourself to a day immersed in authentic cajun culture and finger-lickin-good cajun food. It's a great place to bring your family, too, as there'll be all sorts of entertainment throughout the day, from crawfish races to live music and more.


Memorial Day Weekend Celebrations – With Fort Campbell right around the corner, there are plenty of ways to express your patriotism this Memorial Day. You can attend the True American Heroes exhibit, swing by Opryland's Weekend Celebration, or attend the 101st Airborne weekend cookout. Honor the brave fallen through celebration of what they all fought for – Having a place to call home.


Tennessee Renaissance Festival – One of Nashville's more eclectic festivals, the annual Renaissance Festival is going to be held every weekend in May including Memorial Day. A real live joust is just one of the many events throughout the festival. You'll also enjoy perusing a unique assortment of foods and wares, all accompanied by the minstrels' thrums of medieval-era music. Kids under 5 get in free!


A Toast to Tennessee – Looking for some non-family fun? Treat your palate to a day of gourmet; Nashville's annual wine-tasting festival, A Toast to Tennessee, is on May 12 from 12 – 6 at Nashville Shores. Admission includes a never-ending glass of wine (that you get to keep!), live music, free food tasting, seminars, shopping and more. 
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            <pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 08:17:54 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Don't Miss This Years TACA Craft Fair at Centennial Park May 4-6th</title>
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For the past 40 years, native Tennesseans have come from all over Nashville and surrounding areas to enjoy perusing the wide array of beautiful artworks and activities on exhibit at the Tennessee Association of Craft Artists' annual Spring Craft Fair. This now expansive fair has become increasingly more popular over the past decade, and now in 2012 TACA estimates the biggest event yet – Over 45,000 Tennesseans are expected to grace the fairs' grounds from May 4 to  May 6 at Centennial Park (just outside of downtown Nashville).


This year, TACA is making it fun not only for the couples and parents, but for any kids coming along too. There won't be any groaning from your little ones' complaints of boredom thanks to the free kid's entertainment that will be provided at the fair, mainly in the form of crafts and other hands on activities. Whether you're looking for a touch of new décor for your home – such as from one of Nashville's potters or carpenters – or simply seeking a fun weekend that your whole family can enjoy, there'll be something for you at the TACA craft fair.


Nashville is known as Music City USA – it offers a wide open and receptive community to just about any musician in the area. Well, The Tennessee Association of Craft Artists is devoted to extending that same courtesy to the otherwise unrepresented craftsmen of this creatively oriented city.


You won't want to miss the 170 craft artists that will be displaying their work this year at the fair; even if you're not coming to buy, it's virtually guarantee that you will leave with something lovely. It's free to get in because this craft fair is all about the artists, so at worst it's a free afternoon of fun!


Stop by the TACA craft fair from 10 AM – 6PM on May 4th and 5th (Friday and Saturday), and then scoop up a couple last minute deals on Sunday from 10 AM – 5 PM.
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            <pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 08:11:00 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Enjoy Skies Over Nashville at the Sudekum Planetarium. Fun for all the Family</title>
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The stars are a mystery, ever present and infinite. You may not always see them living in downtown Nashville, but they're always there. If you're ready to be star struck – literally! – then you'll definitely want to head over to the Sudekum Planetarium in Nashville to check out their awesome live program, Skies Over Nashville.


Looking for somewhere fun and educational to take your kids? Or maybe you're a teacher or church event coordinator looking to plan your next field trip or youth outing? No matter who you are, you'll learn something and have a good time doing it at Nashville's premier planetarium. Skies Over Nashville will treat you to a simultaneously wondrous and educational show overhead as a live planetarium educator leads you on a journey through the Nashville sky. Recommended for ages 4 and up, Skies Over Nashville is actually a surprisingly good time for all ages, even without kids! You'll learn about all the different constellations, noteworthy stars, shimmering planets, and anything else your heart desires to know...Attendees of any age are encouraged to interact with the show via questions or clarifications.


The Sudekum Planetarium is one of the primary reasons to pay a visit to Nashville's Adventure Science Center. Whether you consider yourself a space geek or not, the Skies Over Nashville show will be very entertaining, very educational, and chances are you'll find yourself wanting to come back to the planetarium again for one of their other shows once you're done. For some ideas, Natural Selection: Darwin's Mystery of Mysteries is an all striking program that walks viewers through the process of evolution and species adaptation. BIG with Sir Richard Attenborough is all about answering one of the most difficult and intriguing questions of all – Just how BIG is the universe? Each of the shows are offered at various times throughout the week. For more information, visit SudekumPlanetarium.com
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