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Don’t miss Vanderbilt’s awesomely fun We Care For Kids Day (Sunday, Oct 2 near the VU Stadium), celebrating patients and families served within our hospital and the community. It’s FREE and open to the public, and will include a pumpkin patch, entertainment and fun activities for all to enjoy!

Books, Bubbles & Blues at The Loveless Barn on Friday, October 21! Our grand hostess is First Lady Crissy Haslam, and there will be a performance by special guest Keith Anderson, along with rockin’ blues music by Randy Stephens.

Purchase tickets online – be a Gold Star Advocate for Literacy and join us for an exclusive Champagne Reception an hour before the main event. Our silent auction includes a trip to Cabo, a signed guitar by Keith Urban, an exclusive five-course dinner and wine pairing in a private dining room at 360 Bistro, and much more!

Can’t attend but want to help local kiddos receive books? Click here to donate.

Special thanks to our amazing sponsors, and be sure to visit these Nashville businesses during October to support Books from Birth: 360 Bistro, The Local Taco, Escape Day Spa, Brighthouse Cleaning, Ibiza, Levy’s, J Jacklyn Furs, The Shoppes on Main, The Wine Shoppe at Green Hills, and You’re Invited.

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Performing songwriter Shantell Ogden to Benefit Children’s Literacy

“Stories Behind Songs” CD Release Event to Raise Funds for

Local Non-Profit Book ‘em

Nashville, TN (September 20, 2011) – Nashville-based performing songwriter Shantell Ogden will release a new country and folk album, Stories Behind Songs, on October 7, 2011. A CD release celebration will be held at the Listening Room in Nashville on October 7, from 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.; fifty percent of CD sales from the event will be donated to Book ‘em, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to children’s literacy. Every CD sold that night will allow Book ‘em to donate a book to a local child.

“I’m so excited to be releasing Stories Behind Songs and helping children receive their own stories through Book ‘em,” said Shantell. “I credit my songwriting roots to growing up with a love of books and music, and because every song has a story, it was a natural fit to support Book ‘em through CD sales.”

Ogden asked fans to participate in the album by sending her their stories to inspire a song. As a result of the invitation, “Love Always Finds a Way” was written by Shantell based on the real-life love story of Louise and Laura Lee Sillay of Alpharetta, Georgia, a couple who have been married for more than 65 years.

Ogden’s new album emphasizes her evolution as a songwriter and co-writer in the country market, while honoring her singer/songwriter roots.

“Whether I’m writing country, folk or alternative music, I am a big believer in keeping the characters real and the emotions honest,” said Shantell. “To me, a great song reveals something compelling or funny about who we are, and I love how that connects us.”

Ogden’s willingness to reveal her genuine experience is evident in tracks such as “I Love Different Now.” “Maybe love’s a little mystery / we never figure out / sometimes it’s full of magic / sometimes it’s full of doubt / I still believe in love, but I love different now.”

“I Wasn’t Done Lovin’ You Yet,” co-written with Thom Schuyler (Kenny Rogers, Michael Martin Murphy), is a haunting two-step about the memories that remain when a relationship ends. “Here I am facing the memories again / back in the middle of what might have been / it’s hard to remember, it’s hard to forget / I wasn’t done lovin’ you yet.”

The album features the work of some of Nashville’s finest session musicians: Kevin Post (Blake Shelton, Terri Clark), Tigar Bell (Merle Haggard, Travis Tritt), Dave Smith (Lee Greenwood, Mel McDaniel) and Monty Parkey (Alan Jackson, Daryl Worley). It was produced by Dave Smith and recorded and mixed at his studio, Nashville Song Lab in Nashville; the album was mastered at Jimmy Dulin Productions.

The album and digital downloads can be purchased on www.shantellogden.com beginning October 7.

About Shantell Ogden
Shantell Ogden is a co-writer of “Lost,” which has achieved airplay on more than 60 contemporary country stations around the U.S. For more than 14 years she has faced blank pages and crafted sweet and savory songs.  Ogden has toured nationally, releasing independent albums of her own, including Water Through Stone (2008) and Stories Behind Songs (to be released on October 7, 2011). She is based in Nashville, Tennessee.

About Book’em

Book’em is a local, nonprofit, children’s literacy organization focusing on two core areas: providing volunteer readers to local preschools and elementary schools, and collecting and distributing new books to children and teens in lower-income families who might not otherwise have books of their own. The organization’s mission is to empower Nashville’s children by fostering a love of books and reading. Programs include Reading is Fundamental (RIF), Ready for Reading, the Dorothy Goldstein Memorial Library Without Walls and Biblioteca sin paredes.

For more information please visit www.bookem-kids.org.

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Nashville Music Row Group judges national songwriter competition to raise money and awareness for Narcolepsy 

Nashville, TN (September 6, 2011)— National non-profit Wake Up Narcolepsy, Jazz Pharmaceuticals and St. Thomas Health partners with Music City’s most acclaimed songwriters to present “Wake Up Nashville”, a fundraiser and songwriters showcase which will take place September 29^th at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum.  Doors open at 7pm and tickets may be purchased at WakeUpNarcolepsy.org for $75.

The event is locally supported by Saint Thomas Health in Nashville, Tennessee.  “We are proud to be part of such a special event.  Raising regional awareness about narcolepsy and the importance of sleep health is important to our wellness mission,” states Kelly Carden, MD, the event’s medical advisor.  The hospital system network wanted to play a role in bringing together an important and underserved cause with local music industry expertise.  “Everybody wins by working together—we can help those with Narcolepsy while leveraging what Nashville does best—music,” adds Carden.

Narcolepsy is a lifelong, disabling sleep disorder, affecting approximately one in every 2,000 people in North America which equals approximately 155,000 people in the U.S.  Some of the history’s most influential names like Winston Churchill, Harriet Tubman and comedian Jimmy Kimmel have the neurological disorder that causes excessive daytime sleepiness. Upcoming entertainment includes movies in the works by Miley Cyrus (“Wake”) and Adam Sandler (“Narco”) and MTV’s “TrueLife—I Have Narcolepsy” that all involve people with the disorder.  Before the national awareness spikes, Nashville is leading the way with its local event.

“Wake Up Nashville” is a creative collaboration spearheaded by music industry legend and General Manager of Savannah Music Group, Bob Saporiti.  The former General Manager of Warner Bros. Records has challenged his industry peers to participate in the fundraising event.  Songwriters Dave Gibson (Gibson Miller Band) and Bobby Wood (Elvis and Garth Brooks) are a couple of well-known artists who plan to take the stage as performers for the evening.

Local songwriters are encouraged to submit their original song for a $25 tax-deductible donation by September 20.  Each song will be reviewed by publishers at Savannah Music Group for its craftsmanship, lyrics, creativity and other factors.  The winner will be invited to perform their original work among industry songwriters and musicians at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum.  According to Saporiti, “It’s not easy for songwriters to get a fair hearing by professional music publishers.  This event gives everyone a chance to be heard and at the same time raise much needed awareness and funds for a very worthy cause.”  The group has already received entries from across the U.S. and local students from Belmont and Vanderbilt plan to participate.

Wake Up Nashville will be distinctly different from traditional fundraisers because it offers an opportunity for both songwriters and people with narcolepsy to be heard.  It will provide an informal atmosphere to allow personal connections with Music Row executives, renowned medical sleep disorder experts, and families representing those with Narcolepsy.

To enter the songwriting contest or purchase a ticket for the event, visit www.WakeUpNarcolepsy.org.

Wake Up Nashville is one of the first major social green events to be hosted in Nashville.

About Wake Up Narcolepsy
Wake Up Narcolepsy is a 501C-3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to the awareness and research of Narcolepsy.  The Boston-based group works closely with Nashville-based Awaken the Cure organization to support multiple efforts.  For more information on Wake Up Narcolepsy, visit WakeUpNarcolepsy.org.

About Savannah Music Group
Savannah is a grassroots music publishing company located in the heart of Nashville’s Music Row. The group was started by songwriting veteran Dave Gibson (who has penned six number one hits, 12 top 5 hits, and is the former front man of the ACM Award-winning Gibson/Miller Band) with his wife, former Mercury recording artist and songwriter, Daisy Dern.  For more information on Savannah Music Group, visit SavannahMusicGroup.com.

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event contact: Tabitha Crawford, 615.423.4581, TCrawford@bbcgrp.com

media contact: Kia Jarmon, 615.592.6377, info@mepragency.com

For the last fourteen years, Bob Mueller, anchor for News Channel 2, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society have been teaming up to bring Nashville one of the premiere golf tournaments in the region. On June 13, 2011 at the Hermitage Golf Course we will hold the 15th Annual Bob Mueller MS Celebrity Golf Scramble.  We are looking forward to having more than 200 players and celebrities participating to help meet this year’s goal of $63,000.  During the last fourteen years this exciting event has helped raise more than $700,000 in the fight against MS.

Pairing Party at The Palm Restaurant: Sunday, June 12, 2011
Scramble at Hermitage Golf Course: Monday, June 13, 2011

Celebrities who will be participating are:

Vince Gill, Rick Seratte, Julie Roberts, Joanna Smith, Due West (Matt Lopez, Brad Hull and Tim Gates), Jeff Bates, Bryan White, Larry Stewart, Thom Schuyler, Fred Knoblock, Joe Diffie, Love and Theft (Stephen Barker Liles and Eric Gunderson), Don Durham (former St. Louis Cardinal), Kevin Dyson, Chris Sanders (both former Titans), Charles Davis (former Chicago Bull), and from News 2–Bob Mueller, Jamey Tucker, Justin Bruce, Joe Dubin, Corey Curtis, Neil Orne, Theresa Weakley.

Please contact Andie Sanders from the MS Society if you wish to play or donate at andie.sanders@nmss.org

( Post by Patrice – http://nashvillehype.com )

Joining these artists are previously announced performers: Katie Armiger, Carter’s Chord, Stephen Cochran, Can You Duet finalists O’Shea, and The Harters. Actor Stephen Martines (The Vampire Diaries, The Closer, General Hospital) will serve as emcee throughout the evening. Additional artist announcements to come!

The Rebuilding Nashville: A Benefit Concert For Flood Relief is set for Monday, June 7, 2010 at Red Rooster Bar and Music Hall (Address: 1530 Demonbreun Street; a couple doors down from The Tin Roof).

Doors open at 6:30 PM; concert will run 7:00 PM through 11:00 PM.

Tickets are only $10 and are available for pre-order NOW at: www.rebuildingnashville.eventbrite.com. Tickets will be $15 at the door.

Country Angel’s Network and Roughstock wish to thank the following event sponsors:

Red Rooster staff, for lending their spacious venue for this event.

Bev Moser, of Moments by Moser, for being our event photographer.

C&C Printing Factory, for designing and printing benefit t-shirts.

Those who are unable to attend this benefit but still wish to help Nashville residents whose homes were destroyed by the flood are encouraged to send a PayPal donation. A ChipIn! widget is posted on the ticket pre-order page listed above, as well as on both the Country Angel’s Network AND Roughstock websites. A physical mailing address may also be requested for money order or personal check donations.

Proceeds raised from both the donation drive and benefit concert will be split between the Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity AND the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee.

The Nashville Area Habitat for Humanityis actively involved in the rebuilding of homes and lives for families and individuals in the Nashville communities. In the aftermath of natural disasters – including floods – the Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity becomes an even more important facet in helping those who have lost their homes rebuild and re-locate into a new one.

The Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee’s facility was one of many buildings that were in the direct line of the flood. Currently without electricity, the staff continues to salvage as much of their previously stored food as possible as they simultaneously seek a new location.

Country Angel’s Network hosts annual online auction events, as well as fundraiser campaigns throughout the year! For additional information on Country Angel’s Networkauctions and updates on all past beneficiaries, please visitwww.countryangelsnetwork.org.

About Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee:

Opened in 1978, the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee’s mission is to feed hungry people and work to solve hunger issues in our community. The facility collects and inspects food that would otherwise be wasted, and distributes it to soup kitchens and shelters that serve the hungry within Tennessee. For more information about Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee or to volunteer your time, please visit www.secondharvestmidtn.org.

About Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity:

The Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity is a Christian ministry that strives to build lives, one home, one family, and one community at a time. The Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity actively aids the Nashville community in the development and construction of affordable housing units. Established in 1985, the Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity began with a group of volunteers and no staff. In the early 90s, the Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity became an official affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. To date, the Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity has built homes for more than 1,377 Nashville family members. For additional information regarding the Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity ministry, please visitwww.habitatnashville.org.

About Roughstock:

Since 1995, Roughstock. has been bringing you the latest in country music news, album reviews, lyrics, audio, country music videos and much more. Roughstock offers an active community where people can freely discuss the latest events in the country music scene, culture, country videos, new country singles, and all the artists who are a part of the diverse country scene. From bluegrass to alternative country music to mainstream country music to Americana, Roughstock is on the pulse of what’s happening. Roughstock is a part of the Cheri Media Group, which also owns and operates HipHopDX (www.hiphopdx.com), a hip-hop community website.

Tickets are $15 and 100% of the proceeds will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. Tickets are on sale now at http://www.therutledgelmv.com

Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee has been hard at work to meet the needs of our community throughout the crisis from the recent floods. The widespread damage caused by the flooding throughout Tennessee resulted in 31 of the 46 counties in their service area to be classified as federal disaster areas. The flooding throughout Tennessee has affected our communities both personally and professionally, with many losing homes and belongings along with their jobs, businesses and income.

Keeping the Second Harvest Food Bank warehouse stocked for the ongoing needs of victims in our community is a necessity.  Your support is more vital than ever to help them fulfill their mission to feed our neighbors in need throughout the long-term recovery and rebuilding process.

If you are unable to make it to the show you can still help!  Starting Tuesday, May 25^th Country Music Tattle Tale will be launching our online eBay auctions that will include autographed memorabilia from your favorite country music artists. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle TN.

Visit http://www.countrymusictattletale.com/benefit-concertfor more information.

About Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee:  Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee opened its doors in 1978 with commitment from several community leaders. The purpose of the organization was to provide a central distribution center for companies, groups, and individuals who wished to help provide food for Middle Tennessee’s hungry. Second Harvest’s mission is to feed hungry people and work to solve hunger issues in our community. http://www.secondharvestmidtn.org

About Country Music Tattle Tale:  Country Music Tattle Tale is a unique country music website that brings country music fans from the entire world together to discuss and interact with each other.  The website thrives on fan interaction, and it is our goal to reach out to fans across the world and get their feedback on music, artists and current events that make country music such an eclectic and fantastic genre of music.www.countrymusictattletale.com

Artist Information:

Matt Gary: http://www.mattgarymusic.com/

TelluRide: www.myspace.com/tellurideband

Ash Bowers: http://www.ashbowers.com/

The Harters: www.theharters.tv/

Carter Twins: www.cartertwins.com

Event Details:

Who: You, co-workers, friends, neighbors, family, anyone…

What: Worthwhile Wednesday: Flood Relief Night with Loews Vanderbilt

When: Wednesday, June 2, 2010 from 5:00pm – 10:00pm

Where: EAT Restaurant located inside the Loews Vanderbilt **Complimentary Parking**

Why: To help our neighbors, to blame it on the rain, to enjoy good people, to support great causes, to celebrate community…

Be sure to sign in with us at the Worthwhile Wednesday table located near the door of the Eat Restaurant inside Loews Vanderbilt, so we can count your support….

To learn more about Worthwhile Wednesdays click here.

To learn more about the Community Foundation click here.

See you at Eat!

When: Friday, May 21st

Where: Fifth Avenue of the Arts, Arcade galleries, and The Frist Center for the Visual Arts

Time: Galleries will be open until 9 p.m. Hors d’oevres and beverages will be served from 6 – 9 p.m.

Admission: A $10 donation is suggested. All proceeds will go to The Community Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund, as well as 10% of any art purchases made that evening.

With your donation, you will receive a “we art nashville” wristband. Those wearing the wristband will receive free admission to the Frist and other incentives at each gallery.