Monthly Archives: September 2015
Go on a Sunset Safari at the Nashville Zoo
We have a lot to be proud of here in Nashville: a world around-envied music scene, a restaurant scene that’s gone “boom,” our own hit TV drama and a housing market that’s been called the third-hottest in the U.S., just for starters. Somewhat less in-the-headlines but deserving nonetheless: We also have a fantastic zoo... Read More
5 reasons you might want to make the move to Mt. Juliet
We just added a new featured listing, at 1627 Eagle Trace Drive in Mt. Juliet, that has some pretty obvious high points: – A big, private and fenced backyard – Updated kitchen that’s open to a cool living space – Easy walking distance to a community playground – Did you want a billiards room? Done. All... Read More
The inaugural Nashville Brew Festival hits First Tennessee Park
Germantown welcomed a big, shiny new neighbor back in April, as the Nashville Sounds’ new home, First Tennessee Park, opened its doors. The sports fans among us celebrated; some of you non-sports fans probably shrugged a little. But now, near half a year into the ballpark’s life, we might have a reason for baseball... Read More
Our 10 favorite pieces of Rosepepper funny
I recently came upon a great quote, attributed to Nashville author and Parnassus Books founder Ann Patchett: “Humor is what happens when we’re told the truth quicker and more directly than we’re used to.” It’s actually a George Saunders quote, but the point, really: No one’s taking this idea to heart with quite the hilarious... Read More
Listen and play in East Nashville at Cornelia Fort Pickin’ Parties
For 15 years now, folks have been heading to Warner Parks for monthly Full Moon Pickin’ Parties, listening to (and pitching in on) live bluegrass while taking in some beautiful natural surroundings. This year, that vibe extended to the east side of town, with Cornelia Fort Pickin’ Parties launching in East Nashville’s Cornelia Fort... Read More
5 modern Nashville homes we love, on the market now
Since we work with a lot of East Nashville homebuyers and home sellers, we also work with a lot of historic and classic design, from renovated homes to brand new builds. But modern design done right can be fantastically beautiful too, and it feels like the draw toward modern architecture is steadily growing in Nashville.... Read More
Celebrate our city’s makers at Made in Nashville
One of the best things about Nashville — and I doubt you’ll disagree — is our city’s focus on and appreciation of all that’s local, from art to fashion to food to music. Even as our city’s grown and morphed and grabbed that “It City” descriptor, this much hasn’t changed. We love a hometown hero, a... Read More
Shelby Park Picture Show brings more outdoor movie fun to East Nashville
From Nashville to Franklin, we have tons of opportunities to catch outdoor music during the summer and fall months — we’ve shared a bunch of them recently, including Live on the Green and the Americana Music Festival in Nashville, and the Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival coming up later this month in Franklin. We haven’t had quite... Read More