Life + Culture

A Piece Of Nashville History

The 1811 House’s Timeless Design Still Remains Today Article by Lisa Valentine | Photography by Courtesy of Friends of Warner Parks When it comes to trendy architecture and stylish homes, Nashville is known for its modern new construction, but home design goes way back in Nashville’s history. In fact, in the heart of  Bellevue is a gem of historical significance in Percy Warner Park: the 1811House. Formerly referred to as the Hodge House after the family that built it, the 1811 House sits...

Home + Design

An Artist By Training, A Painter By Trade

Alan Robinson Brings A Fine Artist's Eye To Bellevue's Walls Article by Kellie Walton | Photography by Devin Tolentino Before Alan Robinson painted his first house, he painted canvases. And when he traded his easel for a ladder, he brought all of his artistic insight along with him. For some 20 years now, he’s been brushing his talent on the walls of Bellevue and beyond. The difference is in the details, and that’s why he’s come to be known as “Nashville’s Most Trusted Brush.”  "He takes...

Home + Design

Bringing Fall Indoors

One Bouquet At A Time Article by Taylor Love | Photography by Dylan James/@dylanjamesfilms There's something about the first crisp mornings of fall that makes me want to freshen up every corner of the house. One of my favorite ways to do that is with fresh flowers and floral arranging. They instantly make your home feel warm, inviting, and ready for the season. Creating a beautiful DIY arrangement is much easier than most people think. Start at a Flower Market (or Trader Joe's!) If you're...

Food + Beverage

Set The Scene

Send Summer Off In Style With A Soirée That Celebrates The American Spirit Article and Photography by Judy Beaudin There’s nothing quite like gathering around the table with the people I love the most. Creating an environment that makes everyone feel special is one of my favorite parts of our get togethers. When I can, I like to take a little time to dress up the table just a smidge more than usual. I want it to make everyone excited to take a seat, dive into some great food, and know how glad...

Travel

Taking A Trip Before School Starts?

BNA Cheap Flights Helps You Find A Deal For Your Family Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided Some of the best businesses start not with a business plan, but with a feeling. For Andrea Giordano, that feeling struck for the first time in 2007 while seated in front of a computer screen, staring at a $25 flight from Columbus, Ohio, to Nashville. "I can think as far back as 2007," she says. "And I remember the feeling in my body of pure excitement and also I couldn't stop talking...

Local Services

Golden Anniversary

The Exchange Club of Bellevue marks a half century of service Article and Photography by Provided You’re probably aware that there was a big celebration last month surrounding our nation’s 250th anniversary. But you may not have known that just a few days later, Bellevue celebrated the 50th anniversary of perhaps its longest-serving community organization.   On July 7, nearly 100 community members packed a conference room at the Bellevue Regional Community Center to commemorate the Golden...

Arts + Culture

Eat, Play, Learn

The Bellevue Community Center Is All About Caring For The Kids Article by Kellie Walton The Bellevue Community Center may default to a fitness facility in your mind. But don’t let the ellipticals and group fitness classes cloud your memory that there are tons of kid-focused activities going on here, too.  In fact, Program Director Demario Patterson has a long list of ways kids can take advantage of this community resource. They've just wrapped up summer camp season, with those hot, sunny days...

Life + Culture

Paws And Consider

A Vet's Guide To Dog Park Dos and Don'ts Article by Maria Dinoia Dog parks can be one of the great joys of pet ownership. But before you unhook that leash, there are a few things every owner should know. We asked local veterinarian, Dr. Todd Hurst, DVM with Harpeth Valley Animal Hospital to weigh in on the dos, the don'ts, and everything in between to help make every visit a good one for both you and your pup. From a health and safety standpoint, what are the most important things a dog...

Shopping

Beat The Heat By Exploring McKAY's

Go On A Treasure Hunt This Summer At Beloved Bellevue Staple McKAY’s Article by Lisa Valentine | Photography by Courtesy of McKAY's Whether you’re looking for the perfect beach read this summer or crossing off titles on your summer reading list, Bellevue’s mainstay, McKAY’s is a trove ofentertainment gold. The best  part about McKAY’s is not just the books, music, games and more that you walk out with, but rather the treasure hunt itself as you explore theaisles of pre-loved gems. First...

Food + Beverage

Celebrate National Grilling Month

With Bellevue's HoneyFire Barbeque and Co. Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Courtesy of HoneyFire Honeyfire Barbeque Co.'s Ben Claybaker built HoneyFire on a deep, genuine love of the craft of barbecuing and the belief that great barbecue has the power to bring people together. "I was born in Texas and grew up in Arkansas," says Claybaker. My hometown was 15 miles from Louisiana and 40 miles from Texas. Both sides of my family are from the South, mostly East Tennessee, Texas and...