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Guest EditorTara Goodsonbosslifeeditor@fortcampbellmwr.com

ContributorsAlyssa BlakemoreCynDe ClackTina DavisNikki LillegardKeri McPeak

PhotographyTennessee Department ofTourismEVulaFontanel Mansion

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PublisherCreative ink

Creative DirectorSears Hallett

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3 See and Be SeenYour guide to Nashville barsand clubs.

7 Making History Experience the historical sideof Nashville.

10 Not Your AverageTheaterExplore the many independent films, artistic events, and live theater productions Nashville has to offer.

15 Music City Take a look into Nashville’s music scene.

18 Season Kick-OffThe Tennessee Titans are backstronger than ever.

20 You Don’t Have to Go Home,But You Can’t Stay HereLearn tips on how to plan aheadfor a safe night out in Nashville.

20 Nashville CultureIt’s not all honky-tonks and sporting events.

21 Play Ball!Take me out to the ball game withthe Nashville Sounds.

21 Catch Fang FeverWelcome to Smashville!

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Disclaimers:Fort Campbell’s BOSS Life Magazine is a monthly magazine produced by the Fort Campbell MWR Marketing Department under the authority of AR 215-1. Facilities and activities publicized are open to authorized patrons. The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsors and/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government. The information in this issue is current at thetime of publication; activities and events are subject to change. MWR Marketing is located at 5663 Screaming Eagle Blvd, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. For more information, call 270-798-7535 or log on towww.fortcampbellmwr.com.

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BARS AND CLUBS LINE THE STREETS OF NASHVILLE offering a wide variety of music and entertainment. Local favorites, well-known bands and up and coming artists perform live nearly everynight of the week. Nashville isn't just country and if you venture just anhour down the road, you'll find out why it's called Nash-Vegas!

A few legendary honky-tonks call lower Broadway home and justaround the corner on 2nd Avenue you can learn the newest line dances ata place called Wildhorse Saloon. If you are feeling a bit retro, make yourway to Decades and relive the 80's and 90's with everything from shag carpet to Rubik's cubes. Big Bang Piano Bar will have you crooning alongto your favorite songs before you even get a drink in your hand.

If the District isn't your style head up Broadway towards Vanderbilt and wander into Red Rooster. Located right on Demonbreun,you are sure to enjoy an evening or two there. Exit/In is a bit off the beatenpath on Elliston Place. Great bartenders and loud music make this one myfavorite places to frequent. Closing time is typically 3am, but if the serversays it’s time to finish up, then it's time to leave. Due to the tourist aspectof the bars on lower Broadway, most places allow underage patrons until7pm and then they become a 21 and up venue. Smoking in a Nashvillebar or club is rare, to the delight of non-smokers and dismay for those ofyou that carry a pack. Get stamped for easy re-entry if you have to step outside. Be sure to check websites or call to make to plan your festivitiesin advance. Better safe than sorry!

The Wildhorse Saloon120 2nd Ave. NorthNashville, TN 37201(615) 902-8200Monday: 4:30 pm-Close • Tuesday-Sunday: 11 am-CloseFull lunch and dinner menuLate night bar menu Cover varies by eventConcert tickets available www.wildhorsesaloon.com

The Wildhorse Saloon was originally a three-level historicwarehouse. In 1994 a herd ofcattle, led by Reba McEntire,stampeded into the 66,000square foot live music and dancedestination opening the doors tothe well known restaurant, bar,concert site, dance venue andTV studio. Annually, more than1.5 million music fans two-stepinto the Wildhorse to have agreat meal, catch the hottest concerts and learn the newest dance steps.

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Tootsie's Orchid Lounge22 BroadwayNashville, TN 37203(615) 726-0463Daily 10-2:30 amNo coverSnack foods to include chips, peanuts and pickles www.tootsies.net

Rooted deep in Nashville’s history, Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge was opened in1960 and originally named Mom's. Tootsie Bess credits a painter withnaming Tootsie's. One early morning she arrived to find the entire placepainted orchid, thus the name Tootsie's Orchid Lounge was born. Amongfamous early customers were Kris Kristofferson, Faron Young, Willie Nelson, Mel Tillis, Waylon Jennings and Patsy Cline and. Willie Nelsongot his first songwriting job after singing at Tootsie’s. The “Wall of Fame”is lined with various photos and memorabilia.

Decades207 BroadwayNashville, TN 37201(615) 254-7420Sunday-Wednesday Available for Private PartiesThursday 10 pm-3 am •Friday 8 pm-3 am •Saturday 9 pm-3 am

$5 cover charge, if not on the guest list or a promo passwww.decadesnashville.com

Decades has two DJs every Friday and Saturday night, one up-stairs and one downstairs, playing 80s and 90s music. Theyplay everything from Wang Chung to Baby Got Back. Dj’s aregreat about taking requests and will even join in on the fun.Disco balls, light show, Running Man contests,Rubik’s Cubes, Twisterand a large variety ofthemed parties make themonthly events a greatway to spend a couplehours. Check out their website and enrollin their VIP club formonthly specials.

The Big Bang - Nashville411 Broadway Suite 201 (Upstairs)Nashville, TN 37203(615) 747-5851Wednesday - Thursday 8 pm - 3 am • Friday - Saturday 6 pm - 3 am$5 coverDinner menuwww.thebigbangbar.com

Dueling pianos, drums and guitars plus every single song youcan think of to sing along to makethis one of the best places to go onBroadway! Audience participationis a must and if you are celebratinga birthday, anniversary or pending marriage; be prepared to be the centerof attention. The musicians add their own brand of comedy while performing tried and true favorites such as Don’t Stop Believing or RockyTop. Fast paced, high energy songs and standing room only round out theevening. I recommend getting there early to snag a table or make yourway to the main bar for faster service.

The Red Rooster1530 Demonbreun StreetNashville, TN 37203(615) 457-2781Monday-Friday 11-3 am • Saturday 5 pm-3 amNo cover for active duty Full lunch and dinner menuwww.nashvillerooster.com

There is music every night at the Red Rooster and they offer a variationfrom the honky-tonks by having live acts that play classic rock, top 40and party music. Monday night is an Open Jam, Wednesday night is Songwriter’s Night and the weekend is always a party, with live bands anda DJ for an all night dance party. Guests are encouraged to have a goodtime and may even wind up with a photo on the website, especially if theydon the odd hats set at each table. The surprisingly large venue is keptcozy due to the great service and atmosphere.

Exit/In2208 Elliston PlaceNashville, TN 37203(615) 321-3340Open nightly if shows are booked$5-20 varies per eventMenu consists of Hot Pockets at the bar

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The Exit/In began back in 1971 and throughout its wild history hashosted countless shows. Music is best when it is performed live,and this is still a popular spot for up-and-coming artists (along withthose who have already made a name for themselves). This clubhosts everyone from local punk bands to nationally known rock andcountry performers. Steve Martin wrote extensively about his starton The Rock Block. Best show I’ve seen there was the Zac BrownBand after the 2008-2009 deployment. Many Soldiers were in thecrowd and he pulled a couple on stage while performing ChickenFried. The establishment has been around for a few decades nowand is still going strong. Before you go, check out the events calendar and the Exit/Info page.

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LONG BEFORE THE FIRST GUITAR PICKER MOVED INTOtown, the settlement of Nashborough, named after Revolutionary Warhero Gen. Francis Nash, was being constructed as a fort on the westbanks of the Cumberland River in 1779-80. Founding fathers JamesRobertson and Colonel John Donelson came by land and water from FortPatrick Henry in East Tennessee. James Robertson led a party of menon foot and horseback, arriving on Christmas Day 1779.

John Donelson led a flotilla of approximately 30 flatboats, carrying thewives and children of the men who went with Robertson. Traveling athousand miles and surviving many hazards including Indian attacks,the Donelson party arrived on April 24, 1780, reuniting some 60 families. Col. Donelson's daughter Rachel would soon become the wifeof Andrew Jackson, the nation's seventh president. Additionally,Nashville was not always the capital of Tennessee. There was a periodof time where the capital of Tennessee bounced from Knoxville toNashville, then back to Knoxville and onto Murfreesboro, and finallyback to Nashville. With so much moving and shaking it is no wonderNashville became a city so rich with an amazing history.

Fort Campbell residents are fortunate to be so close toNashville with its hidden jewels that are waiting to be discovered. Foryoung people Nashville is known as a place to enjoy the party scene.However, when it comes to visiting Nashville, there is plenty to do andsomething for everyone. Whether you are a history buff, enjoy the visualor performing arts or admire great architecture, you are sure to findsomething that will catch your eye, ears, intellect, or heart.

Take a look at some of the best places to visit when you come toNashville:

Belmont Mansion:Listed as one of Nashville’s top twentytourist attractions, Belmont Mansionattracts visitors from all over the country, as well as from countries suchas Canada and the United Kingdom.Its meticulous restoration and uniquerole in the history of Nashville and theSouth draw visitors eager to hear its story.

Belle Meade Plantation:Belle Meade Plantation is a 30 acre historic site six miles westof Nashville. The centerpiece ofthe property is the Belle MeadeMansion built in 1853. The Mansion is open for tours daily.

The Parthenon:The Parthenon stands proudlyas the centerpiece of Centennial Park, Nashville'spremier urban park. The re-creation of the 42-footstatue of Athena is the focusof the Parthenon just as it was in ancient Greece. Thebuilding and the statue ofAthena are both full-scale

replicas of the Athenian originals. The Parthenon also serves as the cityof Nashville's art museum. The focus of the Parthenon's permanent collection is a group of 63 paintings by 19th and 20th century American artists donated by James M. Cowan. Additional gallery spacesprovide a venue for a variety of temporary shows and exhibits.

Fort Negley Park:Learn how the Union Army captured Nashville in 1862 andthe story of the 2,768 people whobuilt Negley, see photos ofNashville during the Occupationand learn about the Fort’s architecture and artillery with interactive displays. A kiosk inthe lobby provides a link to theNational Park Service’s Civil WarSoldiers and Sailors System where you can search for your Civil War ancestors. Walk up the hill to the remains of Fort Negley.

Tennessee State Capitol:The Tennessee State Capitol stands today much as it did when it first

opened in 1859, and is a magnificent tribute to the peopleof Tennessee. This gracefulstructure was designed by noted architect William Strickland whoconsidered it his crowningachievement. When Stricklanddied suddenly during construc-tion in 1854, he was buried inthe north facade of the Capitol.Guided tours are available.7

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Making Historyby Keri McPeak

The Fontanel Mansion and Farm:Only minutes from downtown Nashville but miles from ordinary, The Fontanel Mansion is a 27,000 square foot log home on 136 acresof pristine land formerlyowned by Country Music Hallof Fame member Barbara Mandrell. Nashville’s onlycountry music mansion tour,the Fontanel Mansion givesvisitors a sneak peek into the lives of country musicgreats by providing a truly interactive experience. Dinner shows and concertsalso take place at this popular venue.

Bicentennial Capitol Mall:The Bicentennial Capitol MallState Park is located in the northwestern part of in downtownNashville between JeffersonStreet and James Robertson Parkway. This 19 acre park wasbuilt in honor of Tennessee’s200th year of statehood and offers visitors a serene and captivating look into Tennesseehistory at every turn.

Frist Center:The Frist Center for the VisualArts is a nonprofit art-exhibitioncenter offering 24,000 squarefeet of gallery space dedicatedto presenting the finest visualart from local, state and regionalartists, as well as major U.S.and international exhibitions.Unlike any traditional museum

you’ve ever visited, theFrist Center for the Visual Arts has become a

magnet for Nashville’s rapidly expanding visualarts scene.

The Hermitage: Home of President Andrew Jackson: The Hermitage is reputedly our nation’s most authentically preserved early presidential home site. Themuseum includes original art-work, furniture, textiles, per-sonal items, wallpapers, andmuch more. It is one of theoldest and largest historic sitemuseums in the UnitedStates. Since opening in1889, some 15 million peo-ple have crossed its thresholdand marveled at its beauty.The Hermitage has evolvedinto a sprawling 1,120-acre National Historic Landmark property including a 25,000 square-foot visitor’s center.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum: The Country Music Hall ofFame® and Museum hasbeen the home of America'smusic since 1967. In keeping with the cultural significance of the musicand the heroic achievementsof those who form its membership, the Museumopened a $37 million landmark, new building inMay 2001.

Music City was home to two U.S. presidents, the site of bloody Civil Warbattles, host of the 1897 World's Fair and the quintessential antebellum Southern city. As you can see Nashville is packed with history and offers a vivid portrait of a bygone era, featuring graceful architecture, opulent mansions, a rich riverfront merchant district and much more. Come make your own history in a city that has so muchto offer. Need help planning the perfect day-cation? Stop by and visit the staffat Leisure Travel Services for more information on the best places in Nashville to visit.

*The information regarding the various places to visit in Nashvillecame from various websites.

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BOTH THE AVID FILM ENTHUSIAST AND CASUAL VIEWERwill find a wealth of performing arts to choose from in the heart of MusicCity. Nashville offers much in the way of independent films, artisticevents, and live theater productions. Whether it is Broadway musicals,award-winning films, or side splitting comedy, Nashville has a variety ofperforming arts for everyday escape or weekend fun.

The Belcourt Theatre, located in Nashville’s Hillsboro Village,serves as a historical and cultural landmark in the community. Operating for over 75 years, it first started as a silent movie house andhas since developed into a center for independent and artistic films,classic movies, and unique concerts and events. It now stands as the lastneighborhood movie house in Nashville and serves as a venue for bothindependent film and live theater.

Currently, the Belcourt Theatre is featuring a series of first-runfilms to include the visionary “Tree of Life,” starring Brad Pitt and SeanPenn. Other titles include “Buck,” the real-life story of horse whisperer,Buck Brannaman, and the entertaining comedy, “The Trip.” A concession stand and fully stocked bar provide a great selection formovie viewers, offering popcorn, various candies, hotdogs, Coke products, and alcohol for purchase. Tickets for films can often be purchased the day of the movie with ticket prices for military personnelat $6.75 for matinee showings and $7.25 for evening showings after 6 pm. The series, “Road Movies of the 70s and 80s” runs through LaborDay, and features classics such as “Near Dark,” and “Two-Lane Blacktop.” Be sure to check The Belcourt’s website at www.belcourt.orgfor updated listings of featured classic movies through the months ofSeptember and October. The military rates for matinees and eveningshows apply toward repertory films as well.

Special musical and artistic events offered at The BelcourtTheatre range from their Second Saturday Outdoor Cinema to their second annual “nD Festival.” The September 8th viewing of “Psycho,”ends the series of outdoor movies which are free and open to the public. Bring your blanket, lawn chair, and favorite snacks to enjoy forthis last viewing before the chill of autumn air sets in! The Belcourt’ssecond annual fundraiser and benefit event comes in the form of five full

days of film, fashion, and music from Wednesday, September 27ththrough Sunday, October 2nd. Tickets for this event are priced at $25.Whether it be a special event, artistic film, or classic movie, the Belcourt Theatre has something for every liking.

Another great Nashville venue to check out is the TennesseePerforming Arts Center (TPAC) located in the James K. Polk CulturalCenter in downtown Nashville. The various theatres included are the Andrew Jackson Hall, James K. Polk Theater, Andrew Johnson Theater,and War Memorial Auditorium, each with differing seating capacities.TPAC hosts as many as 500 performances per year with annual attendance reaching up to 500,000 audience members. Home to theNashville Ballet, the Nashville Opera, and the Tennessee Repertory Theatre, TPAC has a wealth of shows, music, comedy routines, anddrama to choose from. Chris Tucker, Evanescence, and the TN BodyBuilding Finals are just a few examples of shows featured at TPAC thispast summer. C.S. Lewis’ The Screwtape Letters will be running fromSeptember 30 through October 1 with opening night ticket prices starting at $29.00. Tickets for comedian Lisa Lampanelli can be purchased for her October 14th performance at $37.75. Running fromOctober 19 through November 6 is the ever popular Broadway musical,Wicked with ticket prices varying by date and time. All tickets can easily be purchased either on-line or over the phone through TPAC’sdowntown box office.

The Tennessee Performing Arts Center serves as your one-stopshop for side-splitting comedy, great music, drama, Broadway musicals,and so much more. While Nashville may be widely known for its country music roots, this city is also home to some of the finest performing arts in the country with a variety of both enriching and affordable experiences from which to choose!

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Not Your Average Theaterby Alyssa Blakemore

Child, Youth & School Services1. **24 Hour Care (opening FY-12)2. Bastogne (CDC) (270) 412-44853. Eagle (CDC) (270) 412-3303/33044. Gardner Hills (CDC)5. Part Day Preschool (CDC) (270) 412-67676. Polk (CDC) (270) 412-44717. Tennessee (CDC) (270) 412-44778. Waters #1 (CDC) (270) 439-79939. Waters #2 (CDC) (270) 439-799610. *CYSS Directorate (270) 798-653911. Family Child Care (FCC) (270) 798-495912. *Kids on Site (Estep)11. Parent Central Services (CYSS Central Registration) (270) 798-067414. Billy C. Colwell Center (270) 412-231515. *Gardner Hills (SAS)16. *Werner Park #1 (SAS)17. *Werner Park #2 (SAS)11. School Liaison (270) 798-987418. SKIESUnlimited Center (270) 412-545519. Teen Club 24/7 (270) 956-103319. Youth Center (Taylor) (270) 798-364319. Youth Sports (270) 798-6355

Community Services20. Army Community Service (ACS) & ACS Director (270) 798-932221. Family Resource Center (FRC) (270) 956-293522. Financial Readiness (270) 798-551820. Lending Closet (270) 798-631323. Soldier & Family Assistance Center (SFAC) (270) 412-600024. Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) (270) 798-027725. Backdoor Boutique (270) 956-156626. Family Center & Co-op Daycare (270) 798-7422

Dining & Entertainment27. 19th Hole (Cole Park) (270) 798-182228. Conference & Catering Center (Joe Swing) (270) 798-217527. Community Activities Center (Cole Park) (270) 798-461029. Dawg Haus (270) 798-076627. Southern Buffet (Cole Park) (270) 798-4610

30. Sportsman’s Lodge (931) 431-4140Recreation & Leisure

32. Baldanado Pool (270) 798-520733. Dolan Pool (270) 798-535031. Gardner Indoor Pool (270) 798-631034. Singles Pool (270) 798-424735. *The Zone36. BOSS Program (270) 798-785837. Bowling Center (Hooper) (270) 798-588727. Golf Club (Cole Park) (270) 798-490682. Challenge Course (270) 412-785539. Adventure Program (270) 412-785440. Archery Range (270) 798-217541. Dog Park, North (270) 798-217542. Dog Park, South (270) 798-217543. Hunting & Fishing (270) 798-217583. Paintball (270) 956-311838. Parks & Pavilions (270) 798-217545. Riding Stables (270) 798-262946. RV Park (Eagles Rest) (270) 798-217547. RV Park (Flechers Fork) (270) 798-217548. Skeet Range (270) 412-401549. Small Arms Recreational Range (270) 798-300136. Recreation Center (Dale Wayrynen) (270) 798-7391

Sports & Fitness50. Estep Wellness Center (270) 798-4664/4023 51. Fryar Stadium, Sports Admin Office (270) 798-309452. Fratellenico PFF (270) 798-941853. Freedom Fighter PFF (270) 798-735554. Gertsch PFF (270) 798-275355. Lozada PFF (270) 798-430656. Olive PFF (270) 798-410157. Softball Complex, North (270) 798-332058. Softball Complex, South (270) 798-3320

Trades & Services59. Army Education (270) 798-588660. Arts & Crafts Center (Guenette) (270) 798-669361. Auto Service Center (Air Assault Auto) (270) 956-1101/1100

62. Auto Skills (North) (270) 798-561260. Engraving Etc. Specialty Store (270) 798-017163. Equipment Rental (Gear-to-Go) (270) 798-680664. Library (R.F. Sink) (270) 798-572965. Veterinary Services (270) 798-3614

Travel & Lodging66. Army Lodging (Richardson) (931) 431-449667. Army Lodging (Turner) (270) 439-222968. Leisure Travel Services Office (270) 798-7436

Miscellaneous Services69. 101st Airborne Division Headquarters (270) 798-979370. Blanchfield Army Hospital (270) 798-805571. Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (270) 798-716172. Commissary (270) 798-366373. Division Parade Field74. Fisher House (270) 798-833075. Gate 4 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 798-504776. Gate 7 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 956-449577. In/Out Processing & MWR Public Relations (270) 798-753578. MWR Director (270) 798-995378. MWR Unit Funds & MWR Collections (270) 798-681880. Museum (Don F. Pratt) (270) 798-3215/498681. Wilson Theater (931) 431-3636

AAFES84. Airfield Mini Mall (270) 640-461485. Community Town Center

Class Six (270) 431-3622Military Clothing Store (270) 798-4212Pizza Hut Delivery (270) 439-1113

68. Exchange (270) 439-184186. Exchange Administration Office (270) 439-184687. Firestone (270) 439-186588. Gardner Hills Mini Mal1 (Burger King/Subway) (270) 697-102089. Kentucky Shoppette (24hr gas) (270) 439-191490. KFC & Taco Bell (270) 439-635391. Troop Mini Mall (gas) (270) 431-2410

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BOSS EventsSeptember 2-5 Land Between the Lakes Camping Trip Departure time TBA

Enjoy water sports, camping, fishing and cookouts.

September 7 and 21 BOSS Meeting 2:30pmLearn more about quality of life, community and recreation events.

September 10 Great Escape Movie Night 4pmSign up at D.W. Rec. Center. Free to the first 14 Soldiers who sign up. Transportation provided.

September 16 BOSS Zanies Comedy Club 5pmFree admission and transportation will be provided to single Soldiers to the Nashville comedy club.

September 23 Fort Campbell vs. Fort Knox Basketball Tourney Departure time TBABasketball tournament between Fort Campbell and Fort Knox BOSS.

BOSS events are open to all eligible single Soldiers and geographical bachelors. Call 798-7391/7446/7858 for more information.

DW Rec CenterSeptember 4 End of Summer Cookout 4pm $3

Traditional summer BBQ menu and a drink included.

September 5 DW Rec Open 11am

September 11 Post Wide Dominoes Tournament 2pm Open to all eligible patrons. Top three finishers will be awarded a trophy.

September 18 Movie and Popcorn 3pmFree popcorn will be available at this family friendly recent release.

September 20 Battalion Holiday Party Draw 10amA representative will draw a number to compete for a Holiday Party date.

September 5 DW Rec Open 11am

September 25 Post Wide Pool Tournament 2pm Open to all eligible patrons. Players decide game of 8 or 9 ball. Prizes.

September 27 Company Level Holiday Party Draw 10amA representative will draw a number to compete for a Holiday Party date.

Adventure Program Calendar

September 3 Garden of the Gods Day Hike 8am $15 Age 10+Moderately difficult 4.6 mile hike through Garden of the Gods, in the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois. Bring water, snacks, and your cameras!

September 6 Climbing 101 4pm-6pm $15 Age 14+This clinic will cover the basics of rock climbing such as belay technique, equipment use, proper climbing technique, and much more. This class will prepare you with the basic knowledge to venture into the high adrenaline based sport of Rock Climbing. Meet at the Challenge Course Complex.

September 10 Intro to Mountain Biking 10am $7 Age 14+ Class will cover the basics of Mountain Biking, from gear, to fitting, to technique and everything in between. Don’t forget to bring water and close toed shoes as we will be taking our newly acquired skills to the trails located at Outdoor Recreation. All equipment provided.

September 12 Mountain Bike Meet-up 4:30pm $5 Age 14+Join ODR for a trail ride through the trails around Outdoor Rec. Bring your own bike and it’s FREE, if you don’t have a bike try one of ours for only $5! We accept people with all skill levels from beginner to advanced!

September 14 Climbing Club After Work 4pm $5 Age 14+Calling all climbers! Meet at and try our 50 foot climbing wall located at the Challenge Course Complex. Gear provided for all who need it!

September 17 Dog Hike on Post 11am $2 per dogWhether your pooch is big or small, they will love spending quality time with their owners and making new puppy pals! We will be hiking the trails located around Outdoor Recreation. For the safety of all, dogs must remain on leashes and under control at all times while on this hike.

September 24 Middle Ocoee Rafting 6am $8 Age 14+We will be paddling 8+ miles on two different stretches the Upper (Olympic Stretch) and Middle with rapids from class III-IV. All rafting equipment provided, bring secure shoes, (no flip-flops or bare feet) a sacked lunch or snacks and money for dinner on the way home.

September 25 Kings Bluff Intro to Sport Cimbing 9am $35 Age 18+Start the day at the Challenge Course Complex, covering the basics of Sport Climbing, introducing new gear, and belay techniques. After lunch travel to Kings Bluff to put the new skill into practice on some real rock! Transportation and equipment provided. Please bring secure shoes, appropriate clothing, water, snacks, and a packed lunch. This trip is geared towards intermediate climbers who have previous climbing experience.

September 28 Family Floats Canoe Trip 4pm $5 Age 2+Trip covers a 5 mile stretch of the Cumberland River. Transportation and equipment provided.

Preregistration required for most events. Contact (270) 412-7854.

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STEP OUT ONTO THE STREET of Second Avenue in Nashville, Tennesseeand you will be able to hear at least three orfour songs of different genres coming fromdifferent areas of the strip. While Nashvillemay be famous for country music and southern twang, you will not be surprised tohear many other genres in the surroundingarea. You’ll not only find the standard barmusic played by DJ’s, but you’ll hear originallive music, cover bands, and even the aspiring musician sitting on a barstool withtheir guitar across their lap. If the bar sceneis not for you, There are multiple music venues all over Nashville. The Grand Ol’ Opryand The Ryman Auditorium are the most historic, while newer establishments such as 3rd and Lindsley, Mercy Lounge, TheMuse, and Rocket Town have brought a newface and style to the Nashville community.There is even a tour boat with music showsand entertainment!

The historic Grand Ole Opry andthe Ryman Auditorium are two of Nashville’smost prized musical venues, both target thecountry music genre. The Opry and Ryman

have scheduled bands and artists such as RascalFlatts, Alan Jackson, Montgomery-Gentry, SaraEvans, Terri Clark, Thompson Square, Grace Potter,and the Charlie Daniels Band to make appearancesfrom now through the end of the year. According tothe Opry website, artists are added as they are confirmed, so there is potential for more shows to bescheduled. If country music holds a place in yourheart, I highly suggest making a stop at The GrandOle Opry and The Ryman. The Opry began in theWSM Radio studios in 1925 and moved to TheRyman Auditorium in 1943. It relocated to its finallocation, The Grand Ole Opry House, in 1974. Thecircle in the middle of the Grand Ole Opry Housestage is part of the original stage from The Ryman.Newer Opry Country singers such as Blake Sheltonand Chris Young can perform on the same stage as legends such as Jimmy Dickens, Dolly Parton,Hank Williams and Patsy Cline. There is not a singlebad seat in the Grand Ole Opry House. The RymanAuditorium otherwise known as The Mother Churchof Country Music has been compared to the Salt Lake Tabernacle, simply for its acoustics.Originally built as a church, you have to sit through an act to get a fullappreciation for the sound. Carefully pick your seats, as there are a fewblind spots, but since you are there for the music, the view is secondary. The Ryman knows talent and every dressing room is

dedicated to former acts and artists. There is apersistent rumor throughout Nashville of ghostlyperformers that will treat you to a private setafter hours. Regardless of your preferred choicein music, the Ryman has a large variety throughthe year and is worth the trip.

Located around the block from the RymanAuditorium and in the heart of downtownNashville is the Bridgestone Arena. Bridgestoneis home of the Nashville Predators hockey team,as well as the host for many large concerts. R. Kelly, Britney Spears, and all of the top contestants from American Idol visited

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Bridgestone in July. Upcoming shows like Journey, Foreigner and NightRider, as well as Taylor Swift will kick off the month of September. Lastly,Casting Crowns and The Avett Brothers with special guest Social Distor-tion will finish up the concert season. Acts are added as soon as they areconfirmed so check different concert sites for the newest additions.

When I was in highschool, Starwood Amphithe-ater was the hot place to gofor concerts. I saw Matchbox20 and Dave Matthews Bandas my first concerts. Starwoodwould host roughly twenty totwenty five concerts betweenthe months of April and October. While Starwoodclosed in 2006, thankfullyThe Woods Amphitheater at

Fontanel has been able to take the place as Nashville’s outdoor concertfacility. I have not yet been to The Woods, but after

checking out their website, Ithink I will be headed out toWhites Creek Valley before theend of the year. The WoodsAmphitheater is only ten minutes north of Nashville andonly an hour drive from FortCampbell. The Rock AllgianceTour featuring Buckcherry andPapa Roach with Puddle ofMudd, P.O.D., Red, Crossfade and Drive A willbe making their stop at The Woods in mid-Sep-tember. Check out the Woods Amphitheater’swebsite for ticket information: www.woodsamphitheater.com. Do you prefer the kind of music that you can

jump around, head bang, or dance to? Metal,

Punk, Rock, Hip Hop, as well as any other genre that you can come upwith are routinely hosted at Exit/In, 3rd and Lindsley, and The Muse.Exit/In opened in 1971 and has been a venue for musicians such as ThePolice, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kings of Leon, Tom Petty and the Heart-breakers, and many more. As a fabulous trademark for the venue, thereis a black Wall of Fame with some of the musician’s names that haveperformed there, written in white on the outside of the building. All ofthese venues host popular names as well as new and upcoming musi-cians. Nashville’s 102.9FM THE BUZZ has local band schedules listedon their website: www.1029thebuzz.com.

Another option since the hot summer months are past us isPercy Warner Park. The park, located off of Old Hickory Boulevard, hastheir last two Full Moon Pickin’ Parties on September 9th and October14th from 7-11 pm. If the banjo pickin’ Bluegrass music is your forte,check out the Steeple Chase Barn in Nashville. For more information:visit www.friendsofwarnerparks.com or call (615) 342-6299.

A nice dinner in Clarksville can easily cost you $50 per personand that is just for the food. The General Jackson Dinner Cruise andShow in Nashville includes a three hour showboat cruise and a

delicious dinner for roughly $90 per person.What does this have to do with music you ask?Well, it includes three hours of live entertainment as well! Country Music USA iscurrently doing their final season aboard theevening cruise. The $60 mid-day cruise is featuring ventriloquist Steve Hall and ShotgunRed. Either show is sure to provide excellententertainment. The General Jackson sets offfor departure at noon and 7pm Mondaythrough Saturday, and noon and 6pm on Sundays. Buy your tickets online at www.getgaylordtickets.com.

The opportunities for entertainment in the upcoming months are limitless. Look online atTicketmaster.com, LiveNation.com or NashvilleScene.com to find information about upcoming shows and concerts.

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THE BIG NEWS ON AUGUST 11, 1995 WAS NASHVILLEmight obtain a pro football team. Nashville Mayor Phil Bredesen metwith Oiler officials in the hopes of relocating the team to Nashville. OnDecember 15, 1996, the “Houston Oilers” played their final game inTexas. The “Tennessee Oilers” kicked off their inaugural season on August 31, 1997 and closed the season with an 8-8 record.

Now I know you may be thinking, Tennessee Oilers? I thoughtthey were the Tennessee Titans? In 1998, Owner K.S. “Bud” Adams, Jr.announced that he was listening to the fans and would change the nameof the team. On November 14, 1998, he announced that the Oilerswould become the “Tennessee Titans” beginning in 1999. “We want anew nickname to reflect strength, leadership and other heroic qualities,”Adams said.

Jeff Fisher was the Head Coach for the team throughout alltheir name changes. They may have started as the Houston Oilers but wenow know them as the Tennessee Titans. Fisher was the NFL's youngesthead coach at 36 when he was promoted from Oilers defensive coordinator to interim head coach in mid-November 1994. He wasnamed the franchise's full time head coach in January 1995, and went142-120 (.542) in his 16-plus regular seasons with the Oilers/Titans.Fisher was 5-6 in the playoffs, with one Super Bowl trip in 1999, fourdivision titles and six postseason berths over that span. Three of Fisher'sfive postseason wins came during the Titan’s 1999 Super Bowl run.They lost that game to St. Louis and haven’t won a playoff game sincewinning at Baltimore in the first round of the 2003 postseason. It wasannounced on January 27, 2011 that the Titans would buy-out the remaining season on his contract.

On February 7, 2011, Mike Munchak was selected asthe new Tennessee Titans Head Coach. Munchak became the16th head coach in franchise history and the first who was a former player for the team. As a coach, Munchak is acknowledged as one of the finest teachers in the game. After a12-year playing career as a guard for the Houston Oilers, hespent three seasons assisting the coaching staff. Munchak became the offensive line coach in 1997 and held that positionfor the next 14 years. Four of his players have totaled 10 ProBowl invitations and his offensive lines have paved the way for five different running backs to total eleven 1,000-yard rushing seasons.

As a former offensive lineman, Titans coach MikeMunchak can sit and watch film for days on end. That proved tobe a helpful quality as the NFL lockout just kept going and going.He had a schedule ready for organized team activities when thenew labor deal was reached. Munchak’s coordinators had theoffensive and defensive playbooks ready, and he even hadcoaches preparing game plans for the Titans' first two opponentsof 2011. The new head coach was also able to adjust on the flysince training camp didn’t start as usual due to the lockout.

Luckily that was remedied! You may wonder, what’sthe difference between a lockout and a strike? A lockout is different from a strike in this regard: When athletes and ownersengage in bitter negotiations, the athletes sometimes end up saying to their employers;”Without the players, you can't play thegames.” To which the owners reply; “You're right. So we're notgoing to play any games.”

The Titans first regular season game is an away gameagainst the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 11 and their firstregular season home game is on September 18 against the Baltimore Ravens. In the draft, they picked up Quarterback JakeLocker as a first round, 8th overall pick. They also got AkeemAyers, LB; Jurrell Casey, DL; Colin McCarthy, LB; Jamie Harper,RB; Karl Klug, DL; Byron Stingily, OT; Zach Clayton, DT; andTommie Campbell, DB. The Titans General Manager, Mike Rein-

feldt said about the 2011 draft, “It is one of the interesting things bythe way this is all playing out that normally you would do free agencyfirst. By doing the draft first, we addressed a number of issues.”

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“You don’t have to go home,but you can’t stay here”

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Its 3am, the bars are beginning to close down in Nashville, andyou have enjoyed a few adult beverages. The famous saying is, “Youdon’t have to go home, but you can’t stay here!” If you are anything likemy friends and I, you’re thinking of the next hot spot to visit. Instead ofhopping in your car to head to your next after hours destination or journey home, be responsible by planning ahead. Following are sometips to ensure you have a fun filled safe night out:

1. PLAN AHEAD! Do your research. There are several hotels and taxi companies around the Nashville area that offer discount rates for Soldiers. Check out travel and hotel websites online to find some really great deals on hotels close to downtown Nashville.

2. Plan to stay the night, whether it is with a friend or in a hotel. While getting a hotel room for one person for one night could be a littlecostly, you can easily split the cost of the room with a few friends. Remember, most hotels offer a military discount. Travel websites likeExpedia.com or Hotels.com offer great last minute deals.

3. Write down three phone numbers for three different cab companieson a sticky note (Post-It).

4. On that same sticky note, write which hotel you will be staying at aswell as the address.

5. Place the sticky note in your wallet, purse, or pocket for safe keeping.

A one night stay and taxi fare will cost you far less than courtcosts, a lawyer, and the troubles of a DUI. Several taxi companies offerspecial rates for Soldiers. Five Star Transportation provides rides to andfrom Nashville for $38 a person (minimum of six passengers required).

With everything Nashvillehas to offer, I’m sure it won’tbe hard to find five otherfriends to take advantage ofthis great deal!

By planning in advance, my friends and Iwere able to get a cab fromthe bar to our hotel for lessthan $7. Thanks to our research and advanced planning we made reservations for dinner, booked a hotel room at a discounted rate andmost importantly, we had a safe and great night out on the town.

Since living in the Fort Campbell area I have discovered thatNashville has a wide variety of tourist attractions. While the main attractions are centered around the music culture, you can find other activities. Having spent a couple days inNashville enjoying the downtown honkytonks andsporting events, I have encountered other touristactivities I would like to do before leaving the area.

To begin with, the General JacksonShowboat, one of the largest showboats in thecountry, boasts a two-story Victorian theatreshowcasing live music and various other entertainment choices. Not only will patronsenjoy a lovely meal and entertainment, they willalso take pleasure in the beautiful scenery whileenjoying a cruise on the Cumberland River. Midday cruises currently feature the comedy duoSteve Hall & The Shotgun Red Show. CountryMusic USA, a musical show, is the entertainmenton the evening cruises. Prices for the GeneralJackson Showboat along with more information can be found on thewebsite www.generaljackson.com.

The National Folk Festival is coming to the Music City and will

be held September 2-4, 2011. If you cannot make it there this year, youwill have the opportunity to attend the next two years, for Nashville ishosting the festival for three consecutive years – 2011, 2012, and

2013. Admission is free to thisoutdoor event. The National FolkFestival aims to celebrate therich history and variety of Amer-ican culture. Music, dance andethnic food are just some of theactivities you will find at the festival. You can check out thefestival’s web site for more information at www.nationalfolkfestival.com.

People of all ages andvarying interests can find an attraction they enjoy. Othertourist attractions include theParthenon at Centennial Park,Lane Motor Museum, and the

Nashville Zoo just to name a few. Leisure Travel Services, located inThe Exchange Mall, is your local resource for tickets and information forNashville and the surrounding area.

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BASEBALL’S ROOTS IN NASHVILLE GO BACK TO THE 19TH century. When the Southern League was organized in 1885, Nashville was acharter city. Starting in 1901, the Nashville Volunteers played at Sulphur Dellfor 61 years. Nashville returned to baseball in 1978 with a Southern Leagueexpansion team, the Nashville Sounds.The club began playing their home gamesat Herschel Greer Stadium, located southof downtown at the foot of St. Cloud Hillin Fort Negley Park. Fans responded tothe return of baseball to the city by flocking to the ballpark. As a CincinnatiReds affiliate in the Double-A SouthernLeague, the Sounds finished 9th duringtheir inaugural campaign in 1978 buteasily led the league in attendance, drawing 380,000 fans. In 2005, theSounds won the Pacific Coast League(PCL) Championship, sweeping theTacoma Rainiers in three games in thefinal series.

Throughout the years, theSounds have switched affiliations. They’ve been a part of the famed New YorkYankees, the Detroit Tigers, the Cincinnati Reds, the Chicago White Sox, andthe Pittsburg Pirates and finally in 2005 they became a Triple-A affiliate of the

Milwaukee Brewers, as a minor league team of the PCL.For the 2011 season, Don Money returned to Music City for his third

year as the Nashville Sounds manager. In two seasons at the helm, he’s 152-136 and ranks 6th in Sounds history in managerial victories. Chris Bosio,

who pitched in the Major Leagues for 11years, rejoined the Sounds as pitchingcoach on June 30, 2011 for his secondstint with the club and Sandy Guerrero returned for his third consecutive year ashitting coach.

Of the 885 players to appear in atleast one game for the Nashville Soundssince 1978, over 500 of them have goneon to play in the major leagues and 39Sounds players have been named to theirleague’s post-season All-Star unit.

If you’re part of the estimated 166million baseball fans, plan to watch a fewSounds games next year. By the time youread this the 2011 season will be comingto a close but the 2012 season will be here

before you know it. Leisure Travel Services, located in the PX Mall, is yoursource for Sounds game tickets. Watch their web page for updates and announcements, www.fortcampbellmwr.com/trades-services/ITR.

PLAY BALL!!by CynDe Clack

THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS DROPPED THE PUCK FOR THEIRfirst regular season game on October 10, 1998. Since then the Preds havegrown from a young expansion franchise to a regular contender in the StanleyCup playoffs. The Predators advanced to the postseason for the first time in2003 and they’ve averaged more than 97 points per season.

On May 4, 1998 they were announced as the NHL’s 27th franchise.This new team signed on Barry Trotz to betheir head coach, the first and only headcoach in club history. In his 12 seasons asthe Predators’ bench boss, he’s ranked sixthall-time in both games coached and winswith a single franchise. What’s now known asthe Bridgestone Arena became their home.Did you ever wonder why there is a saber- toothed tiger as the mascot? The answer lies in the history of Nashville. In Mayof 1971, an excavation in downtownNashville uncovered a cave containing a nine-inch fang and a foreleg bone of a sabertoothed tiger.

The 2010-2011 season, was agood one for the Predators. On April 24,2011, the Nashville Predators celebrated ateam milestone, advancing to the second

round of the playoffs for the first time in franchise history. They defeated theAnaheim Ducks in front of a sellout crowd at Bridgestone Arena, winning theirfirst-round series in 6 games. However, they went on to lose the series 4-2.Bridgestone Arena holds over 17,000 fans and they racked up 16 regular sea-son sell-outs and an additional 6 sell-outs during the playoffs!

In July, the Preds success-fully re-signed forwards Matt Halischuk,Nick Spaling, Chris Mueller, CalO’Reilly, and Sergei Kostitsyn (their topscorer) adding some much neededdepth to their forward unit. Nashvillehockey fans are looking forward to the2011-2012 season, which kicks off onOctober 7 at 6pm when the Preds takeon the Blue Jackets in an away game.The first home game is scheduled October 13 at 7pm when the Predatorsand Gnash welcome the Coyotes.

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