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Calling all coffee lovers in Middle Tennessee! If you’re new in town, here for a visit, or are a long-time resident searching for an independent coffee shop to prepare your next perfect cup of joe, today’s article is for you. Our picks for Best Coffee Shops in Middle Tennessee are true local gems brewing up more than just coffee; they are creating a space where we can all experience the warmth of our communities together as we inhale the sweet aroma of freshly ground espresso beans.

Our picks range from bright, open spaces peppered with verdant plants to snug, cozy, quiet oases perfect for studying, working, or diving into your beckoning book. Each shop is unique, but they all share a passion for coffee that can’t usually be found at national

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Lately, it feels like more and more visitors to Middle Tennessee are falling in love with this gorgeous region and deciding to join one of our communities. If you’re headed our way, especially if you are already planning to move here soon, we recommend downloading the following top travel apps! For traveling like a local, nothing beats these Tennessee-centered treasures.

If you already live here but are going to be traveling out of the area, skip to Part Two. We have also rounded up the best all-around travel apps that will help you blend in with the locals wherever you roam. Part Three includes helpful apps for traveling in general.

Part One: Apps for Visiting Middle Tennessee

My TN

Android | iOS

If you’re interested in exploring

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In Middle Tennessee, there is a growing consumer desire to patronize environmentally friendly businesses. As a result, local entrepreneurs are establishing eco-friendly businesses, while existing businesses have invested in converting their operations to comply with “green” guidelines.

Today, we’re sharing Middle Tennessee shops, companies, services, a hotel, and one entire shopping center that will enable you to live more sustainably in your daily life. Given the impact our individual shopping dollars have on our local environment (take the Tennessee River as an example), it’s clear that we can improve our beloved region by making conscious choices about which businesses to support.

"The chemicals you find in the river is a mirror of our

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Middle Tennessee offers a bounty of independent boutiques for the discerning shopper. Whether you’re shopping for home goods, clothing, items for baby, birthday gifts, jewelry, or just a delicious bar of small-batch chocolate, there’s a boutique near you that has just what you’re looking for. 

Today, the team at Parks is sharing our top picks for Middle Tennessee’s best local boutiques. Each shop mentioned below is locally-owned, independent, and beloved by locals and visitors alike. Grab your bags and your wallet, and let’s go shopping!

Apple & Oak
Nashville, TN
appleandoaknash.com

In addition to their generous philanthropic efforts in Tennessee, Apple & Oak is known for being Nashville’s destination for impeccable, vintage Turkish rugs.

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For most pet owners, nothing is more essential than the health and wellbeing of our beloved furry friends, which is why we turn to locally-owned pet supply shops. While big-box stores often stock their shelves with foods packed with fillers and preservatives, many pet owners have realized that these offerings do not support lifelong wellness. As a result, pets live shorter lives, rack up expensive vet bills, and don’t enjoy the years they have to the fullest.

At each of the outstanding shops listed below, you’ll find curated selections of brands that put your pet’s nutritional needs first, ensuring that your pet will have the best opportunity to live a long, healthy life. As a bonus, you’ll be supporting people who live in your community rather

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Coffee drinkers, gather ‘round! We think you’ll agree that virtually nothing compares to a fresh, piping hot mug of coffee on a cold winter morning, and these local roasters and coffee shops are the best in Middle Tennessee. The shops featured here are all independently-owned, ensuring that your earnings continue to circulate locally here in your community. Supporting small businesses is more important now than at any other time, so we encourage you to pop on your mask and pick up a beverage and a delicious bite to eat at any one of the following delightful locations.

Brass Horn Coffee Roasters
Murfreesboro, TN
brasshorncoffee.com

Owned and operated by two local gentlemen, this spacious, high-end specialty coffee shop is famous for delivering

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Buying a move-in ready home is appealing, but there are benefits to purchasing a "diamond in the rough" too. Here are the top 5 reasons home shoppers prefer a fixer-upper!

Pro Mortgage Tip: Did you know that there are many home loan programs, especially for buying a home that needs renovation? It's true! Contact Legacy Home Loans to see which option is best for you.

Lower Price Point

Budget-conscious home seekers often check out fixer-uppers first. Properties that need TLC are typically priced on the lower end of the scale, and the slightly lower price may also be just what you need to break into that neighborhood you dream of living in. A word of caution, however. Before making an offer, request quotes from a few contractors to get an idea

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Real estate sales are primarily a localized market. That's why you wouldn't ask a Dallas real estate agent for assistance in purchasing a duplex in St. Louis. Likewise, you wouldn't ask a San Diego mechanic to winterize your Denver car or a Tallahassee-based educator what he thinks about the public school system in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

While it's true that a professional's industry knowledge will extend nationally, their expertise is specific to the local market they serve. The same goes for mortgage professionals. Here are more reasons to choose a local mortgage professional's expertise over a faceless, impersonal "rocket" one. 

The Neighborhoods We Serve Are Our Neighborhoods

Each neighborhood has a particular flavor that makes it

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Let the month of International Women's Day, St. Patrick Day celebration, and the first day of the spring season, begin! Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival is back, as are other local favorites like Taste of Williamson and the County Sumner Irish Festival. New events are always popping up so make sure to mark your calendars and prepare yourself for a whole lot of fun!

March 1st: Nashville Opera Noir Filmfest - Black & White Bash
Noah Liff Opera Center | Nashville

Some of Tennessee’s most innovative filmmakers have been invited to this film festival to create three-minute, black-and-white films inspired by John Hoomes’ new noir staging of Verdi’s RIGOLETTO. Guests will get to see the finalists’ entries, meet the creators, and celebrate the

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Let the month of love and, most importantly, the Super Bowl, begin! Wine in Winter is back, as are other local favorites like Murfreesboro's 3rd Annual Handmade Market and Lightning 100's Chocolate Affair. New events are always popping up so make sure to mark your calendars and prepare yourself for a whole lot of fun!

February 1st: Chinese New Year Celebration
Vanderbilt University Corner Park | Nashville

The Chinese Arts Alliance of Nashville is teaming up with many partners to host the Chinese New Year! There will be professional jugglers, the Nashville Public Library's Puppet Truck, Chinese dance, music and songs, Chinese Yo-Yo, Chinese naming, arts and crafts for children, bamboo dance, Chinese language students’ presentations, and the

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