Get In Some Cool Jazz under the Hot Summer Sun at the Franklin Jazz Fest!

Do you enjoy some good jazz music every now and then? Maybe you’re chilling at a jazz club, or you’re just chilling in your apartment at South Wind Apartments, and you want the melodies to sooth away your stresses or to get your body moving! If you’re a jazz buff or enjoy any of the aforementioned things, then you may benefit from attending the Franklin Jazz Festival on September 4th and 5th.

The jazz festival will take place at the downtown Franklin square on Saturday, September 4th and Sunday, September 5th. It will feature 2 National acts and many other popular regional jazz acts playing on two stages. For a full list of performers, visit the festival’s website.

The festival is also taking the time to recognize the recent floods in Tennessee. This year at the festival there will be a tent on the square with additional opportunities to donate to the flood relief effort. There’s also links on which you can find out more information on how to help.

As with any festival, there will be a lot of food in the building! The festival will feature food from places like European’s Delight, Ace’s Kettle Corn, Snow Ball Heaven, and many more!

Be sure to make it out if you can!

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Williamson County Fair 2010

Hey all! Get ready to be a kid again at the Williamson County Fair! This year’s fair takes place from August 6 to 14; that’s only six days away!

The Fair is held at the Ag Expo Park at 4215 Long Lane, here in Franklin, TN. Don’t worry about the heat, there are plenty of indoor activities like vendor booths, food and free entertainment, and mist areas if you tend to get a little overheated. You can get a quick, cool “mist” between rides, outdoor shows and as you stroll the midways!

So what kind of attractions and activities will the fair have? Well on the inside of the fair, there will be live musical performances, dance performances, a battle of the bands, pageants, singing competitions, Elvis tributes, a text messaging contest and much more! Outside, there will be plenty of rides and exhibits, and a fireworks display at night!

There’s so much to see and do that it can’t all fit in one blog post! You’ll have to saddle up your friends and family and see it all for yourself! Check out the website for a full listing of all events happening.

It’s sure to be a blast!

Women’s Self Defense Class This Weekend!

Hey ladies! Have you ever wanted to feel more secure when you go out by yourself? Do you ever hear horror stories on the news and wonder what you would do in that kind of situation. Well, you won’t have to worry anymore; just attend the Women’s Self Defense Class this Saturday July 24, from 10 am – 12 pm at the National Academy of Martial Arts right here in Franklin.

So grab your female friends and family, and head out to learn some valuable moves that will give you some confidence and piece of mind. The class will teach you:

• Basic Striking and Self Defense
• Hold Break-Outs
• Anti-Rape
• Weapon’s Disarming
• Avoiding Confrontation

All of this will be taught by Brandon Bolton who begun his Martial Arts training at 4. He has received four black belts, and has instructed the Franklin Police Department, anti-kidnapping courses for local schools, women’s self defense classes for churches, colleges, and more, and a host of other classes.

For the class, wear what you might wear to workout: work out pants or shorts, tennis shoes, and a t-shirt.

The price for the class is $40, but moms can bring their daughters who are 18 or younger for free. After the class, each paid participant will receive a $25 gift card to Peak Performance Wellness and Massage. That’ll be a nice treat for yourself.

Get your tickets now! You’ll thank yourself later.

Franklin on the Fourth

Hey South Wind! It’s that time of year again where we say ‘Happy Birthday’ to our great nation! As usual, the 4th will be celebrated with cookouts, family, friends, and fireworks in cities around the country. Franklin is no different; be sure to come out on July 4th to the square and celebrate with all of the other Franklinites.

The Park at Harlinsdale will open at 7:30 to provide a special viewing place for the fireworks show, sponsored by WAKM and the City of Franklin. Be sure to bring blankets or lawn chairs to be able to enjoy the show comfortably. The spectacular fireworks show is slated to begin at 9 pm.

There will also be a live concert featuring Lorrie Morgan, country music singer, songwriter, entrepreneur and member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1984. Her set begins at 7:15 on the square. The festivities themselves begin at noon on the square.

Check out the website for a full schedule of events.

Hope to see you there and Happy 4th!

ABC Summer Block Party

Hmmm, summer, soap stars, and country music…yep. That sounds like something worth doing, This weekend, June 11-12, the ABC Summer Block Party kicks off during the Country Music Awards Music Festival in Nashville.

It’s just a big celebrity bash! ABC stars will be there either performing, signing autographs, or enjoying the festivities, and there will be plenty of country music abound! The party will also include daily activities and games such as “Name that ABC Tune” and “Daytime Drama.”

Are any of you South Wind residents soap opera fans? Well, if so, you just may see some of your favorite soap celebs at the ABC Summer Block Party. You’ve got host Johnny Zacchara from General Hospital, Kathy Brier, Kassie DePaiva and Bobbie Eakes (All My Children and One Life to Live collectively) will be present, and actually performing with their group, the Divas of Daytime!

The ABC Summer Block Party will be held inside the music festival’s Family Zone in Hall of Fame Park. Come out this weekend and have a blast! Bring your friends!

Directions from South Wind Apartments:

Head north on Southwinds Blvd toward Emery Ln. Turn right at Murfreesboro Rd. Turn left to merge onto I-65 N. Take exit 209 B for Demonbreun St. Turn right at Demonbreun St.

Summer of Fun Still Ahead!

Hey  South Wind! Don’t let the flood waters get you down! There’s still a summer filled with fun events just waiting for you to partake! The best part of all, is that you don’t have to travel far from home; the events are right here in Franklin. Also, you won’t have to shell out much money as these are hard financial times for all. Check out this list of some much needed fun events scheduled for the summer. Let me know if you attend any of them! And who knows, you may see your friendly neighborhood blogger at an event !

Take a Dip!

Now that the weather is warmer, it’s time for me to rekindle the flames with a long  lost love: swimming.

Swimming is the ultimate workout for me. I don’t have to set foot in a gym, and can’t get too overheated or sweaty because you’re already in the water. Whenever you need a breather, all you have to do is stop swimming, and immerse yourself in the pool for a few seconds.

This summer pastime is actually quite good for you. It’s an excellent head to toe work out and burns 700 calories an hour! If you’re going to incorporate swimming into your workout regime, you may want to take it slow at first. Do two full laps (back and forth equals one), pause to catch your breath, and repeat three times. Try to practice two or three times a week. When swimming 300 yards feels easy, increase your total distance by up to 10 percent per week. Pretty soon,  you’ll be up there with the pros.

Swimming is also a great escape. I love the way the water feels as it rushes past my body, and I’m completely at ease. That’s why I don’t really like the winter months all that much; it takes me away from the water!

What pastime do you like to use to work out, instead of going to the gym?

Do you know the perfect way to grill salmon?

I love variety when I cook! Especially when it comes to grilling. Sometimes you get tired of the staples: steaks, ribs, hot dogs, chicken. You may want a little something different, like grilled veggies or turkey burgers or salmon. Here’s a quick video on how to grill salmon like a pro!

Are Cupcakes Still Hot?

I think so! I can’t get enough of sweet treats on the go, I guess that’s why I love cookies so much. Even though others may say that the fad is over and whoppie pies are the new cupcake, I disagree. And after having an  original cupcake from Naticakes, you’ll be singing the same tune as me.

From the mouthwatering S’more cupcake to the chocolate raspberry truffle, your tastebuds will dance with joy after just one bite! There are so many to choose from, you’ll spend at least 30 minutes trying to decide!

The cakes are a little pricey at about $3 a pop, but they are well worth it. Don’t you think you deserve a little treat every now and then?

Have you ever had one of Naticake’s cupcakes?

It’s a dog’s life…

Technically, it’s a pet’s life; they have some of the cushiest lives of all beings on this planet. Especially house pets. In recent years, pets have become more than parts of our family, they’re like our children. We feed them, train them, play with them, and love them, all things that we tend to do with humans. So it’s only natural to take your doggy child to a daycare when  you’re away right?

Don’t give me that look! Doggy daycare is actually a great idea. At least you know that little Daisy won’t be chewing on your couch while you’re gone; she can chew on things to her hearts content somewhere else. Dogtopia of Nashville is only 22 minutes away, straight up 65.

Prices vary depending on the service that you require, and Dogtopia has many! From daycare, to training, to a doggy spa, your pooch will be fully pampered and tuckered out by the time you pick them up. That way, you both can relax from a trying day.

It’s something to consider.

Would you put your dog in daycare?

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