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Brentwood/Cool Springs Recreation Spots Recommend Participation
Participation is recommended in Brentwood/Cool Springs, with a number of healthy recreation options available for residents. Here is a brief overview: Many Public Parks Brentwood is lucky to have plenty of beautiful public parks, including Concord, Granny White, Maryland Way, Owl Creek, Primm, River and Tower parks. Crockett Park is the largest with 164 acres of open fields, walking trails and athletic fields. It is also home to the historic Cool Springs House, the Eddy Arnold... Read More »
Brentwood/Cool Springs Attracts Fans of History, Drama, Literature and Science
Brentwood/Cool Springs has many interesting sights - and sites - to see and experience. Here are five attractions that help make Brentwood/Cool Springs the engaging community it is: Primm Park Primm Park on Moores Lane has not one, but two properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Boiling Spring Academy is a restored 1830 one-room school house, while the Fewkes Native American Mounds were established from 900 to 1500 A.D. and were excavated in the 1920s by the... Read More »
Brentwood/Cool Springs Food Scene Lets Patrons Eat, Drink and Chill
The Brentwood/Cool Springs food scene is lucky to have many iconic restaurants.
Puffy Muffin
This landmark breakfast-and-lunch destination began in Brentwood in the late 1980s and now has a satellite location in Cool Springs. Menu items at Puffy Muffin include Danish pastries, omelets, soups, sandwiches and of course ... muffins.
Wild Iris
A favorite of Brentwood’s neighborhood restaurants, Wild Iris has a great menu, wine list and full bar. The restaurant appeals to all... Read More »
Nashville Dog Boutiques, Parks, Pet-Friendly Businesses
People aren't the only ones taking advantage of Nasvhille's famous Centennial Park; their furry friends are just as happy to take a stroll or bask in the shade provided by the full-scale replica of the Parthenon. But Nashville's leash-free dog parks are just some of many exciting sights, sounds and smells for dogs and their humans when they visit Nashville, TN.
All-natural, healthy pet treats, food and supplies can be found at dog bakeries like See Spot Eat. Pampered pooches will love the... Read More »
Fun Things To Do In Brentwood
Whether you visit for the weekend or call it home, Brentwood is always alive with activity. There's something to suit everyone, from outdoor expeditions to one-of-a-kind entertainment.1. Tee off at the Nashville Golf & Athletic Club.2. Have a picnic in scenic Crockett Park, Brentwood's largest public park.3. Learn about space exploration and see the stars at the Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory.4. Shop at all of your favorite stores at the CoolSprings Galleria.5. Bike through Deerwood... Read More »
Soccer Rules in Brentwood Parks
On any given Saturday, no less than 6,000 Williamson County children are pulling up their shin guards and lacing their cleats on soccer fields throughout Brentwood and Franklin.
That adds up to a lot of soccer balls being kicked around the fields.
Luckily, the county has plenty of places to play. The Williamson County Soccer Association Complex’s 25 outdoor fields and the Franklin Indoor Arena combine with Brentwood's 28,000-square-foot Indoor Arena at Crockett Park to create a young soccer... Read More »
Brentwood Library is the Tennessee City's "Crown Jewel"
The Brentwood Library is known as the 'crown jewel' of the city, and the popular facility is treated as such by Brentwood residents.
Every Brentwood resident or property owner has free borrowing privileges at the library, which offers more than 153,000 books and other materials, including audiobooks, DVDs, music CDs and reference databases. A large collection of newspapers and magazines is also available.
The library also provides study rooms for small group sessions, a mid-size conference... Read More »
Golf in Brentwood, TN, Is Right on Course
The Brentwood club scene is always in full swing, with three beautiful private golf courses. Brentwood Country Club Designed by Gary Roger Baird, this golf challenge opened in 1960. One of its visual highlights is actually the clubhouse, an antebellum mansion originally constructed in 1829 that still stands today. Brentwood Country Club has a 6,437-yard layout with Bermuda grass. The signature hole is No. 1, a par 4, 421-yard test that requires accuracy and distance control. The... Read More »
Arrington Vineyards Offers Award-Winning Wines and More
Just minutes from Brentwood, Arrington Vineyards offers award-winning wines, spectacular vineyard views, a free live music series, free wine tastings, an outdoor bistro and picnic tables, and much more.
The vineyard produces 12 different kinds of wines including a riesling, merlot, chardonnay, viognier, cabernet sauvignon, syrah and a sweet raspberry. The wines are sold in fine wine shops throughout New York City, New Orleans, Oregon and Tennessee.
Founded by country artist Kix Brooks,... Read More »
Brentwood's Towne Center Theatre Is State-of-the-Art
When the curtain goes up at Towne Center Theatre‚ audiences often discover the facility is more than just a place for theatrical events.
With state-of-the-art lighting‚ sound and technical equipment‚ a proscenium stage and even space to “fly” scenery above the stage‚ the 102-seat auditorium is a perfect place for intimate theater.
But the former church building also houses meeting space‚ a small art gallery and room for seminars and educational programs.
“We hope this will be a core for the... Read More »
Brentwood's Many Trails Make City Bike-Friendly
It is an excellent form of exercise‚ plus it’s not as strenuous on the knees‚ hips and ankles as jogging.
Biking is continuing to gain popularity in Brentwood‚ with nearly 20 miles of biking trails now overseen by the Brentwood Parks and Recreation department. All designated trails are situated east of Interstate 65‚ with the newest one stretching from Ravenwood High School to Crockett Park.
“There are several bike pathways in place‚ measuring from one mile to about five miles‚ with the... Read More »
Brentwood's WSM Radio Tower: the Diamond Antenna
Brentwood's Diamond Antenna may not sparkle or shine, but it's certainly one of a kind. The WSM Tower, nicknamed the “diamond” antenna, was built in 1932 to broadcast the Grand Ol' Opry, the longest-running radio show in history. But its claim to fame came mainly from its unique shape – a diamond. And standing at 878 feet tall, this diamond was the tallest tower in America at the time it was built. Though it has long since lost its height record, it still holds... Read More »
Brentwood's Boiling Spring Academy
If history is your cup of tea, try taking a trip to Boiling Spring Academy. The restored one room school house offers a taste of life before lockers and cafeteria lunches, bringing the past back to meet students of the present. Built in 1830 in Primm Historic Park, Boiling Spring Academy wasn't the first historic landmark to occupy the land. Previously, the Park had been home to a prehistoric Native American burial mound known today as Fewkes Site. Not surprisingly, the park is home to... Read More »
Brentwood's Cal Turner Farm is a Local Treasure
You can't miss the Cal Turner farm. The green barn, the towering silo and the sprawling 168-acres of open land certainly catch the eye of travelers on the ever-developing Franklin Road. The land is owned by one man, former Dollar General CEO Cal Turner Jr., but ask almost anyone in Brentwood and they'll say they consider the land their own. The iconic Green Pastures farm has belonged to Turner since the early 90's, along with its adjoining 411 acres, and its green pastures have become a... Read More »
Brentwood's Crockett Park Provides Recreation
A hike through Crockett Park will satisfy on many levels, whether you're a looking for a playground to entertain all ages or a simple stroll through the woods.
Sprawling across 164 acres, Crockett is Brentwood's largest park. Sports fans can take advantage of its tennis courts and baseball/softball diamonds, while the extensive biking and hiking trails provide the perfect landscape for a day outdoors.
Kids have their own place to play at the park's impressive wooden playground. They can... Read More »
Dyer Observatory
Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory is tucked atop one of the tallest peaks near Nashville, about a half-mile north of the Old Hickory Blvd. Granny White Pike intersection in Brentwood.
Each year, it hosts thousands of visitors through school tours and observation nights. And the star of the show is … the stars in the sky. One of the observatory’s primary missions is to get students interested in science and engineering by allowing them to see close-up views of the sun, moon, stars and planets.
It... Read More »
Brentwood Restaurants are Ethnically Diverse, Plentiful
Brentwood restaurants are as diverse as the city's residents, which means choosing among the many popular establishments can be pretty difficult.
Diners can find stuffed grape leaves and made-from-scratch hummus at Kalamatas Mediterranean restaurant, while City Cafe offers Southern fried chicken and homemade pies.
The Chill Spot, a laid-back cafe, is known for its fresh wrap sandwiches and a unique drink called bubble tea.
"Bubble tea is a drink from Taiwan that was first created to get... Read More »
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Takes Place in Brentwood
Signature events such as Brentwood’s annual STAR Gala and Taste of Williamson at CoolSprings Galleria help raise funds for worthy causes while making a name for this bustling, on-the-grow city. The latest addition to its events lineup is the greater Nashville area Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, which drew thousands of participants and spectators to Brentwood’s Maryland Farms office park on Oct. 10, 2009 in a move that organizers and city officials hope will be a permanent one... Read More »
Brentwood Businesses, Public Spaces Showcase Local Artists' Works
Local artists' work gets some high-traffic exposure at Brentwood businesses and other popular places around the community. The idea is to support local talent while beautifying public spaces, and the trend seems to be catching on.
Making art a part of the community has long been a tradition at the Brentwood Library. Paintings, sculptures and other works from regional artists can be found on the gallery wall and in a glass display case.
The space is booked solid for the next two years, says... Read More »
Brentwood's Reputation Grows as Active, Healthy City
A big reason why the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure was moved from Nashville to Brentwood in 2009 was because so many organizers of the event live in Brentwood.
“On October 1, 2011, Brentwood will host this race for the third consecutive year to raise money for breast cancer research,” says Brentwood Mayor Betsy Crossley. “The event is held at Maryland Farms each year, which is a great place to host such an outdoor recreation spectacle.”
Brentwood Parks Encompass 900... Read More »
