Friday Five May 30 - June 1

Summertime is here, guys! There are plenty of great events to choose from this weekend so here are 5 that I think look like great fun: 

Rutherford County Farmers' Market  

05-30-2014

Market vendors hail from over 20 Middle TN counties and sell a wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, baked and canned goods, flowers, plants and more. 7 am-12 noon

Location: Lane Agri-Park at 315 John R. Rice Boulevard Murfreesboro, TN 37128

For more information, please call (615) 898-7710 or http://extension.tennessee.edu/Rutherford/Pages/Farmers-Market.aspx

May 30, 2014 10:00 am – May 31, 2014 5:00 pm

Pick-It Fence Barn Sale

9901 Lascassas Pike

Lascassas, TN 37085

The Pick-It Fence Barn Sale is a two-day ‘Vintage’ open market. Artisans from across region will gather together to share a unique offering. We have spent countless hours hand-picking what we believe to be the areas finest representation of ‘Vintage’ wares, all gathered within one area of Rutherford County:

High Quality Handmade Goods and Artisan Crafts

Antique & Vintage Furniture, Accessories, and Textiles

Vintage Clothing and Jewelry

Up-cycled Items and Architectural Salvage

Amazingly Creative and Fresh Design and Display Ideas

Big Stuff – Little Stuff – Something for Everyone!

COST: $10

CONTACT: 615-624-7351

  

Wine On The Veranda  

Friday, May 30th 2014

Wine on the Veranda grants patrons an educational opportunity to learn how to pair wines with foods. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. The event goes beyond a wine tasting, featuring a variety of wines expertly paired with local foods, tours of the museum, live music, and an art exhibit.  Tickets to the event are $45 adults, $30 designated drivers and those age 18-20. Tickets are limited.  Please make reservations and ticket purchases by contacting the Historic Sam Davis Home and Plantation at (615) 459-2341. Proceeds benefit the educational programs and historical structures at the Sam Davis Home.

Location: Historic Sam Davis Home and Plantation 1399 Sam Davis Road Smyrna, TN 37167

Admission:$45 adults, $30 designated drivers and ages 18-20

For more information, please call (615) 459-2341 or visit http://www.samdavishome.org

2014 Doughboy Challenge for Charity 5K

Saturday, May 31, 2014 7:30 AM

Murfreesboro Civic Plaza 

100 W Vine Street 

Murfreesboro, TN 37130

The Doughboy Challenge is a family friendly 5K through downtown Murfreesboro that benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Rutherford County, Books from Birth, and Music City Trykes. Lace up your running or walking shoes and bring the family out to see all of your favorite General Mills characters before and after the race. More information can be found HERE.

Saturday May 31 9:30am or 10:30am

Church of the Redeemer

920 Caldwell Lane, Nashville, Tennessee 37204

Join us to celebrate the release of our second album, The Kingdom of Heaven Is Like This. 

9:30am and 10:30am Saturday morning, May 31 in the sanctuary (so families with nappers can make one or the other). $10 suggested donation per family which includes a copy of the new CD, The Kingdom of Heaven Is Like This (more info at http://rainforroots.bigcartel.com/). 

Hope you all have a wonderful weekend! 

Must Have Music - Ellie Holcomb

I don't even know where to begin with the love we have for Ellie Holcomb. Her song Magnolia was the inspiration for the blog name and she's been singing beautiful truth in our lives over these months while we prepared to launch. When she started her Kickstarter campaign for a full length album we were thrilled! And As Sure As the Sun has far exceeded our expectations. Anytime we actually get a vote on what's playing in our home or car it's on full blast with many of the songs on repeat. As Sure As the Sun is a must have, but you won't need us to tell you that - you'll take one listen and Ellie Holcomb will convince you herself!

Before the full album was released I purchased the wonderful song Marvelous Light. When I played it for the first time in my car I released a flood of happy tears, thankful tears, tears of sheer joy, and hit repeat at least 3 times. The other song that I have on repeat is The Broken Beautiful - here's a glimpse - "you took my shame & you walked out of the grave so your love will take broken things & make them beautiful". Can I get an AMEN?! Only Hope I've Got, Night Song, Love Never Fails, Love Broke Through, and I Want to Be Free are my current favorites. OK, I'll be honest, I really want to listen to the entire album on repeat all day. It's true!! I even gifted it to the first person who sent me their email on Facebook and Instagram if that tells you anything :) Just get the album and sing praises from the top of your lungs - you won't regret it!

Check out this performance of Marvelous Light performed at The Well Coffeehouse in Nashville.

Also, to get another glimpse into the beautiful stories behind the songs visit Ellie's blog here.

The Importance of Community

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Emily and I both value the importance of community - whether it is your local community, global community, online community, or your community of friends. All have value and all are important for you to be a part of, to surround yourself with good, uplifting people can really change the course of your life. Yes, it's that important. One of the many reasons we started this blog was to be able to connect with YOU and inform you about local opportunities for you to CONNECT with our local community - through fun family outings, volunteer opportunities, or chances to come and support new local businesses.

We are also passionate about supporting women and orphan care through ministries and companies we have become familiar with. So along the way we will also introduce you to global opportunities for you to get involved in whether its sponsoring a child or buying gifts with purpose…. It's important for us all to be active participants in life - in our community - and use time wisely by investing in our family, friends and community, locally and abroad. We hope to inspire you to become involved!

We are wrapping up January and while there are several things available in the community I thought I would highlight a few FREE options. FREE always fits the budget right? ;)

Every Monday & Saturday 

• Who doesn't love story time? Barnes & Noble hosts Storytime and is open to ALL AGES at 11AM in the following locations - Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, & Brentwood (We call TN home, but if you don't, call your local store! I'm sure they offer it where call home too!)

Tuesday, Jan. 28th

•  Do you have a talented person in your family? Are YOU that talented person? Well don't miss your opportunity to AUDITION for AMERICA'S GOT TALENT. Soundcheck Nashville, 750 Cowan Street, Nashville - 8am-7pm For more info and a list of what to bring with you check here. 
• Bundle up the littles and head out to meet new friends at the Bird Club! Open to ALL AGES in Murfreesboro at Gateway Island, 1875 W. College St. 1PM

Wednesday, Jan. 29th

• Get in the groove to grocery shopping by joining the Kid's Hour Music & Movement with Rachel Sumner at Whole Foods in Franklin, 1566 W. McEwen Drive 9:30AM

Thursday, Jan. 30th

• Delmas Long Community Center offers TOT TIME for children 5yrs and younger to participate in social activities and gym play. 10AM-11AM Goodlettsville 200 Memorial Drive

Friday, January 31st

• LifeWay Christian Store offers story time and songs for children 8yrs and younger beginning at 10AM at their Franklin location. 1725 Galleria Blvd. 

Saturday, Feb 1st

• Fairytales Bookstore & More offers stories and crafts at 11AM. Located in Nashville at 114-B S. 11th Street

I hope this helps create a little fun for your week. Even if these fun happenings are in your specific community let us challenge you to venture out!


                                                                          XOXO,