Shakespeare in the park is back with "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at the renovated Bandshell! Plus, Songwriters Under the Stars at Cheekwood; Nashville Shores After Hours & lots more for your weekend!
Where Every Family Matters
Where Every Family Matters
Shakespeare in the park is back with "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at the renovated Bandshell! Plus, Songwriters Under the Stars at Cheekwood; Nashville Shores After Hours & lots more for your weekend!
The Wilson County - TN State Fair continues till Saturday! Plus, "Mother Goose" at NCT; a Dad-Son Weekend at Deer Run and lots more for the weekend ahead!
It's the moment when you realize that your kid has an entire life that you can't see: the first signs of a separate life. This is a tough subject to square.
Looking for the human edge is what the future is all about. Artificial Intelligence can’t replace your child's unique ability for self expression, so it's a great idea to build it up!
Is your child’s calendar too full? Protect family “Anchor Times” and leave room for boredom, exploration and independence. Doing less may help kids do more.
Voting is open through August 31. Then, watch for our November issue to learn who the winners are!
It's THE BIG ONE! Three more days for midway rides, animal shows, exhibits, food, music, and more!
An overnight adventure for dads and sons filled with fantastic activities at Deer Run Camps & Retreats.
Head to Dickson for a live animal show and lots more THIS Friday.
Pecos Bill, John Henry, Johnny Appleseed and Calamity Jane perform in the downtown Children's Library this Friday and Saturday.
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Mark your calendars for these top-notch educational options for your kids.
School is back and a whole new rhythm is setting in at home ... or is it? Before everything gets out of whack, tackle disarray with family group think!
Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026: The Baby Fair is LIVE at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Rutherford from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Don't miss it!
Brush up on some of the new education laws that will be in effect for the 2026-27 school year.
The new Franklin concert series kicks off Aug. 6 with music and line dancing! Plus, find more outdoor concerts to attend this month.
Don't panic! Take a look at your morning routine and see how you can simplify and maybe even consider a new tool to help! Whatever you do, set those kids up for success.
Outdoor movies continue in Middle Tennessee this month including beneath the Giant Guitar or even on a date night with Nightlight 615!
Being smart about your back-to-school budget can help you avoid impulse buys and also teach your kids money skills.
In the age of AI, emotional intelligence (EI) may be your child's greatest strength.
Our Top 10 Lists for Families 2026 are designed to make discovering great family experiences in Middle Tennessee a little easier. You'll find local favorites, hidden gems, and trusted resources—all listed alphabetically, not ranked, because every family's favorites are different.
521 Stonecrest Parkway suite 204, Smyrna, TN, USA
4321 Carothers Parkway, Franklin, TN, USA
1021 Windcross Court, Franklin, TN, USA
1370 Gateway Blvd suite 110, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
226 Bedford Way, Franklin, TN, USA
410 Dejarnette Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, USA
6544 Murray Ln, Brentwood, TN 37027, USA
336 Ernest Rice Ln, Franklin, TN 37069, USA
1005 Flagpole Court, Brentwood, TN, USA
1010 Perrone Way suite 200, Franklin, TN 37069, USA
6401 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205, USA
3531 Tobe Robertson Rd, Columbia, TN, USA
