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2008 -- A Savvy Year in Review

December 30, 2008

Hello, Nashville! If you heard about us on Fox 17's Tennessee Mornings, I'm so glad you're here! Please say hello in the comments. Now that this year is coming to a close, it's time to look back at some highlights of Being Savvy Nashville's inaugural year. Whether you're reading these again or are a new reader checking them out for the first time, these posts can help you make the most of life  Read more...

Top 5 Ways To Cool Off In Nashville

August 26, 2008

Today the Being Savvy city editors are sharing the best ways to cool off , city by city. Here in Nashville, we've been hunting for cool all summer long. Here are some of our favorite ideas: 1. Splash Parks & Spray Play For Preschoolers : conveniently located all over Nashville. 2. We Scream: Best Ice Cream In Nashville : Dipping Dots ice cream is soooooooo good, says my  Read more...

Nashville's Best Swim Lessons for Preschoolers

August 12, 2008

I knew it would take another adult to teach my kids to swim. I could hardly get my 3-year-old to detach from my neck, let alone put his face in the water! We started group swim lessons at the YMCA. It took nearly an entire 2-week session to get comfortable in the big indoor pool, but after that, all went...swimmingly. I've been asking all my mom friends for their swim lesson experiences  Read more...

Little Boats In Nashville: Back Yard & Beyond

August 11, 2008

Today the Being Savvy editors have tons of ideas for backyard water play --from ice cube painting to water bowling. We're all over their tiny ships from acorn shells . My kids have been boat-crazy since we listened to Julie Harris' crisp narration of Stuart Little last week. (The audio version is available at the Nashville Public Library .) Here are some ideas for bringing the  Read more...

5 Best Swim Spots For Preschoolers In Nashville

August 05, 2008

Summer in Nashville demands water, especially if you are a preschooler! A trip to the pool isn't just an outing; it's a built-in opportunity for unstructured play, getting along with new friends, and discouraging fear of the water. In fact, you wouldn't be the first Nashville mom to choose your home based on good pool access! Here are some of our favorite places to get wet with your  Read more...

Splash Parks and Spray Play For Preschoolers In Nashville

June 05, 2008

I love my kids. I love their sheer joy in all forms of water play. I do NOT, however, love getting into my swimsuit, and all the prep a pool day entails. Splash parks and fountains to the rescue! Even kids who are afraid of the water enjoy running through a playground full of misters, shooters, and sprayers. Nashville has several fun  Read more...

5 Best Day Trips Within An Hour Of Nashville

May 26, 2008

Daytrips are a preschool mom's best friend! Enjoy the day away, without having to lug a pack-and-play or blanky to a hotel. Our family of backyard tourists loves to explore the countryside around Nashville. Here are our 5 favorite day trips, all within an hour's drive: 1. Discovery Center at Murfree Springs in Murfreesboro knocked our socks off. For only $5 admission, preschoolers  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in nashville

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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