My home has been invaded with tiny black ants! They’re everywhere in the kitchen — and I can’t get rid of them quickly enough! Here’s the best solution I found for getting rid of house ants without poisoning my kids or pets in the process. It’s called Terro liquid ant bait. The active ingredient is Borax — which is a natural way to get rid of ants.
Mother’s Day Brunch And Gift Ideas In Nashville
Need Mother’s Day brunch ideas for the Brentwood mom? What about Mother’s Day gift ideas? Here’s a list of fun and easy things to do on Mother’s Day in the Nashville and Brentwood, Tennessee area.
10 Tips For Visiting The Nashville Zoo …From My Family To Yours
The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere is fun for the whole family. Our 10 best tips for making the most of your visit + Nashville Zoo prices, animals, hours, and directions.
10 Outstanding Private Schools Near Brentwood, TN
Looking for an outstanding private school near Brentwood, Tennessee? Here are the 10 closest private schools to Brentwood, including Brentwood Academy, Montessori Academy, Currey-Ingram, and Battle Ground Academy. And, closer to Nashville, there’s: Father Ryan, Oak Hill, Ensworth, Christ Presbyterian, and St. Matthew. Details here.
Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning In Brentwood, TN: A Review
Which carpet cleaner works best on Berber carpet? Which steam cleaning method works best on upholstered chairs? I had stained carpet and stained chairs, and I called Chem-Dry of Tennessee to my Brentwood home. Here’s how well the Chem-Dry cleaning method worked on Berber carpet and upholstery…
5 Free Ways To Enjoy The Brentwood Public Library
The Brentwood Library on Concord Road is open every day of the week. Here are the hours for the Brentwood Library, along with 5 free ways to enjoy visiting one of Brentwood’s finest buildings!
Children’s Consignment Sale At Otter Creek Church
What’s the best kids consignment sale in Nashville? I think Otter Creek Church of Christ’s consignment sale is one of the best, with good parking, polite shoppers, and better-than-average clothing brands and toys. Here’s more about shopping the Otter Creek Church sale in Brentwood, TN.
Fun Places To Go At Night In Brentwood, TN
Here’s a list of fun places to go at night in Brentwood, Tennessee–from bookstores with live music to concerts at the Dyer Observatory to the best local sports bars. Where do you like to go at night in Brentwood, TN?
What You Need To Know About Living In Brentwood, Tennessee
Are you thinking about moving to Brentwood, Tennessee? Wonder what it’s like to live there? Here are some good and bad things about living in Brentwood, TN, one of Nashville’s nicest suburbs.
3 Sweet Spots: Best Bakeries Near Brentwood, TN
Here are my family’s 3 favorite sweet spots in Brentwood, TN — from Merridee’s Breadbasket in Franklin to the local Puffy Muffin to Cuppycakes at the edge of Williamson Co. in Spring Hill.
Kids Eat Free Nights At Brentwood TN Restaurants
Here’s the newly updated list of Brentwood and Nashville restaurants where kids eat free–or at least, cheap. Here are our picks for the kids meals with best value and nutrition in the Brentwood and Cool Springs area.
Best Historic Home Near Brentwood: Travellers Rest
Traveller’s Rest Plantation is a great historic home to tour near Brentwood, TN. Located just off Franklin Rd, Traveller’s Rest is one of Nashville’s oldest historic homes, with great period Tennessee furniture and engaging guides. Especially exciting during events like Civil War Encampments and holidays.
Summer Fun In The New Maryland Farms YMCA Pool – Brentwood, TN
We think the Maryland Farms YMCA has the best new outdoor pool for kids in Nashville. Here’s what we love–with pictures–about the slides, fountains, and more.
Local Brentwood, TN Celebrities: One Mom’s View In Defense Of Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban live in the Green Hills part of Nashville. When I checked to see which hospital Nicole Kidman used for the birth of Sunday Rose, I was surprised to see ugly rumors about her mothering. Here’s the real scoop on why the Kidman and Urban family can go all over Nashville and a list of places they like to go.
Fun Decorating Class At Pottery Barn Cool Springs
Do you dog-ear and drool over the latest Pottery Barn catalog?Is decorating your Brentwood home your favorite hobby?Here’s something fun to do! Cool Springs’ new Pottery Barn store will hold a FREE decorating class on July 27th. Find out what…
Steeplechase Inn: The Brentwood Tennessee Hotel You Never Noticed
I’ve been looking for the best Brentwood hotel for our out-of-town visitors. So far I’ve checked the business and suite hotels in Maryland Farms, the lovely but out-of-the-way Hilton Suites on Church St., and the easy-to-find Holiday Inn on Old Hickory…
Who Bought Brentwood’s Historic Mountview?
Brentwood, Tennessee lies squarely along a historic Civil War route. Soldiers marched down Franklin Pike between the Battle of Nashville and the Battle of Franklin.We talked about the historical significance of Isola Bella when it came up for sale…
5 Fun New Things To Do In Brentwood TN
I’ve noticed 5 fun new things about living in Brentwood TN this year! Here’s information on the newest Brentwood park, the Maryland Farm’s YMCA’s cool new kids pool, Brentwood City Commission meeting webcasts online, and the new Harpeth River Watershed signs you see on I-65.
HGTV Design Stars Shop In Brentwood, TN
I found it interesting that HGTV’s Design Star contestants traveled all the way from their Sara Evans project at the Opryland Hotel to Cool Springs, Brentwood and Nolensville for shopping! Here are some of the Brentwood, TN area stores I spotted on the Sara Evans episode.
5 Wild Places To Spot Animals In Brentwood, TN
Brentwood, TN has a unique landscape. Once farmland and river bottom, now covered with houses. There are a few wild spots remaining in Brentwood, TN. Here are some of the best places to see local wildlife and animals around town.
Finding A Dermatologist In Brentwood, TN
I was looking for a good dermatologist in Brentwood, Tennessee. I found Dr. John Binhlan at the Advanced Skin Center in Maryland Farms. Here’s what my patient experience was like.
5 Uniquely Delicious Restaurants In Brentwood, TN
Visiting Brentwood? Showing out-of-town guests around town? Here are my top 5 uniquely delicious restaurants in Brentwood, TN — from the most romantic spot to the best Sunday brunch to the taste of Tennessee and an exotic Middle Eastern buffet. Bon appetit!
Fresh Farmer’s Markets In Brentwood, Franklin & Nashville, TN
Here’s advice for shopping the 3 fresh farmers’ markets near Brentwood TN. I have links and tips for the Franklin Farmer’s Market at the Factory, the Nashville Farmer’s Market in downtown Nashville, and a new upstart market on Wednesday nights in East Nashville.
Fun Things To Do On The 4th Of July In Brentwood, TN
Plan your Fourth of July party in Brentwood, TN. We have detailed information on the Crockett Park 4th of July concert, the downtown Nashville fireworks, the Nashville Sounds game and a patriotic concert at Harpeth Hills Church of Christ. Also included are our picks for planning your 4th of July picnic food with local Brentwood businesses and restaurants.
HGTV’s Design Star 3 House In Nashville
Talk about Nashville homes of the stars! This summer, Nashville is home to the Design Star TV show by HGTV. Here are links to local gossip and blog coverage of Season 3, Design Star. Where exactly is the Design Star house? We’re guessing Percy Priest or Old Hickory Lake.
New Restaurants In Brentwood Place Shopping Center
I’m excited about the new stores and restaurants in Brentwood Place, the Kroger shopping center on Franklin Rd. One side of the development has been remodeled to include a pedestrian friendly strip with restaurants like Kalamatas, Bricks Cafe, Elena’s, Peter’s Sushi, Chile Burrito, and Subway.
Hospitals Near Brentwood TN: Williamson Medical Center
Brentwood, TN has great access to hospitals — Vanderbilt, Baptist, Centennial and St. Thomas are within a 20 minute drive. But we chose Williamson County’s own hospital, Williamson County Medical Center in Franklin, for our daughter’s outpatient surgery. Here’s what our patient experience at Williamson Co. Medical Center was like.
Brentwood, TN: Local Landmarks You Should Know
Here’s a list of landmarks unique to Brentwood, Tennessee. We should all know a little local history and geography! Let’s start with that giant tower next to I-65 and Concord Rd.
Nashville’s Percy Priest Lake Beach Update
Last year I reviewed the beach at Percy Priest Lake, with photos of the Anderson Road Recreation Area. This year, the beach looks a lot different. Here’s our update on Nashville’s Percy Priest Lake beach and why it’s not quite the same.
Lane Motor Museum In Nashville – A Fun Thing To Do On Father’s Day
Looking for a fun place to go for Father’s Day in Nashville, TN? The Lane Motor Museum is my personal top pick. We visited this week and were amazed at the fun things you can see at this quirky collection.
Best Babyback Ribs In Brentwood, Tennessee
Looking for the best BBQ ribs in Brentwood, Tennessee? Harris-Teeter in Peachtree Plaza sells hot babyback ribs every Saturday. Only $6.99 for a full slab! We tried one and thought it was deeeee-licious!
Summer Concert Schedule In Crockett Park, Brentwood TN
Here’s the 2008 Crockett Park concert schedule for Sunday night free concerts in Brentwood TN. This year’s lineup includes the Nashville Symphony, Paul Ross Band, Dean Hall, John England and the Western Swingers, the original Charades, the WannaBeatles, the Tams, and a fourth of July fireworks celebration with the Kadillacs.
Steven Curtis Chapman Loses His Daughter In Nashville
Brentwood singer/songwriter Steven Curtis Chapman’s daughter Maria was killed in a terrible accident. Here are local reports of the accident, including Chapman’s church information and the official address of Steven Curtis Chapman if you’d like to send a note of condolence to his family.
Eddie Arnold and Dottie Rambo: Local Tributes In Nashville
Country music fans all over Nashville have mourned the loss of 2 great music stars this month: Eddie Arnold and Dottie Rambo.
Here is a collection of local memories of Arnold and Rambo, including details of their music royalty funerals.
Summer Vacation: Visiting Nashville With Kids
We are visiting Nashville this spring. Where should I take my toddler, my preschooler, or my school age child?
Here’s a short list of Nashville attractions and museums geared toward children.
Junk Removal & Donation Pick Up In Brentwood, TN
Do you have household items or junk that needs to be hauled away? Here is a list of services that will pick up your junk, along with nearby places to donate your stuff, like Brentwood Tennessee’s Goodwill drop off.
Visiting Nashville: Grand Old Opry Alternatives
Grand Old Opry tickets are expensive. Very expensive!
Here are some cheaper alternatives for experiencing Nashville music without the cost, including information on the Wildhorse, Bluebird Cafe, and Country Music Hall of Fame. Also included is a list of free summer concerts in and around Nashville, TN, for locals and visitors.
Shopping For Maternity Clothes In Brentwood, TN
If you live near Brentwood, TN and you need to buy maternity clothes, here is a guide to the best places to find maternity clothes in Brentwood and Nashville, Tennessee from designer maternity boutiques in Green Hills to the entire Cool Springs maternity spectrum. There are also links to Nashville consignment sales and stores which buy and sell your maternity clothes.
Fun Things To Do With Kids In Green Hills
Green Hills, just west of Brentwood, has lots of fun things to do with kids. We have the scoop on fun places in Green Hills Mall and the new Hill Center, along with storytimes for Davis-Kidd and the Green Hills Branch library.
Where Does Miley Cyrus Live In Tennessee?
Does Hannah Montana aka Miley Cyrus really live in Tennessee? Yes! Miley Cyrus and her parents kept their home in Williamson County when they moved to Los Angeles. Here’s where you can find Miley Cyrus’ home near Nashville, Tennessee. It’s also where the movie Hannah Montana was filmed.
How To Find Cheap Gas In Brentwood, Tennessee
I researched the cheapest places to buy gas in Brentwood, TN, with advice for the cheapest gas off I-65 in Brentwood.
Here’s why you should fill up your gas tank in Cool Springs instead of Brentwood, and how shopping at Kroger can save you money on your gas bill.
Rental Car Locations In Brentwood, TN – Enterprise Rent-A-Car ROCKS!
Where is the best place to rent cars in Brentwood, TN? The good news is that you don’t have to go all the way to the airport. Thrifty and Enterprise rental cars both have locations within Brentwood itself.
Here’s our personal experience renting a car from the Brentwood Enterprise on Franklin Rd.
Finding Real Southern Pimento Cheese Spread
Pimento cheese is a Southern delicacy — and it’s easy to find good pimiento cheese spreads in Brentwood. Have it on your lunch plate at Puffy Muffin, buy some by the pound at Fresh Market, or pick up a container of Nashville-made Mrs. Grissom’s at Harris-Teeter. You can also make homemade pimento cheese in your Brentwood kitchen. Here’s how.
A Mom’s Tips For Visiting The Adventure Science Center In Nashville
Looking for a fun place to take the kids on a rainy day in Nashville? The Adventure Science Center is the only childrens museum inside Nashville. Here is advice on planning your visit from a mom with a family membership there, what kinds of things kids can do, and links to each exhibit.
How To Sell Your Brentwood TN Home With YouTube Videos
Are you selling a home in Brentwood, TN, or just looking for your dream place to live?
Here’s an innovative new way to sell–or see–Brentwood homes on the real estate market! Check out this YouTube video of a 5400 square foot Brentwood home.
Fun Things To Do With Kids In Cool Springs
Cool Springs, TN has so many fun things to do with kids between Brentwood and Franklin, TN. Join us for a kid-friendly tour of Cool Springs.
Fun Things To Do With Kids In Brentwood, TN
Franklin Rd. has so many fun things to do with kids in Brentwood and South Nashville. I take you on a kid-friendly driving tour from downtown Nashville to Cool Springs, showing you all the fun museums, historic homes, parks and attractions you can do with your kids down Franklin Rd.
Ordering Gluten-Free Pizza In Brentwood, TN
Did you know you can order gluten-free pizza in Brentwood, Tennessee? Matteo’s Pizza on Carothers Blvd. in Cool Springs sells gluten and casein free pizzas with all kinds of toppings. They also ship them across the US. Here’s how to order your gluten free pizza.
Where To Sell Coins In Brentwood TN
Need to sell coins or precious metals like gold and silver? Here’s my research on selling coins to a dealer, along with two reputable coin shops in Nashville and Brentwood, the Coin Purse and Nashville Coin and Currency.
Google Map Street View Of Brentwood, Tennessee
Take a virtual driving tour of Brentwood, Tennessee! I have the links to Google’s street view map and directions on how to find your own home, photographed from the street!
