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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: One Man’s Dream, Country Music, And The Angels Among Us

It all started with the late entertainment icon Danny Thomas many years ago.  Way before he became a household name to millions of people around the U.S. as families would gather in their living rooms to tune-in weekly to watch the hit sitcom, “Make Room For Daddy”, on their black and white television sets.

As a struggling, young man searching to find his way in life, he relied heavily upon his faith to see him through the difficult times.  Unsure of what direction he should really take in life as he struggled to make ends meet, as artists often do at the beginning of their careers, and having been raised as a devout Catholic, he would often pray and seek guidance from St. Jude Thaddeus, the patron saint of hopeless causes, since he considered himself to be a hopeless cause. This is a thought that crosses all of our minds, I know it has mine in difficult times when I have struggled and questioned myself, my choices, and finding my path in life.  I have searched in prayer for guidance many times, too, just like Danny often did.

He aspired to become an entertainer through his comedy and acting.  Definitely not a secure path for anyone.  Only a handful out of the thousands of people who seek such a career actually find any success at all and if they do, it is often fleeting at best.  Should he chose a safer path behind the desk in an office working 9 to 5 as maybe an accountant crunching numbers or listen to his heart by continuing to follow his aspirations, chasing what many consider to be a pipe dream, as he sought to find any success in the entertainment field.

“Show me my way in life and I will build you a shrine.” — Danny Thomas’ repeated prayer to patron St. Jude Thaddeus

If the patron saint would point to the path he should take in his life, Danny vowed to build a shrine in his name someday.  Success where he once struggled began to follow Danny’s plea.  After a few years of enjoying the success he had found and raising a family, the legendary entertainer set about fulfilling his vow to St. Jude as a young man and make good on his word. The result was St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Danny Thomas standing in front of St. Jude.

Founder and entertainer Danny Thomas opened the doors to St. Jude in 1962 with the dream that “no child should die in the dawn of life”.

What makes St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital different from other hospitals is no patient or their family will ever receive a bill from St. Jude.  All medical treatment costs, travel expenses, lodging for the patient and their family is covered by this amazing organization.  They only want the patient and their family to focus on getting better without adding extra stress due to finances.

If you have ever had a serious medical condition occur in your life, then you will understand how devastating this can be on top of the emotional stress already dealing with because of this disease.  Many marriages have broken up because of the strain of finances and the emotional turmoil that occurs.  Many people have lost their homes and all possessions ending up on the streets homeless after having just battled cancer or some other devastating illness.  Being unable to work to keep a roof over their head and feed their family, constantly being sick, building uncertainty over the future, and mounting medical bills can break the strongest person over time as hope dwindles.

At St. Jude there IS hope.  When a child has been discovered to have a life-threatening illness and seemingly untreatable terminal cancer at any medical facility around the country, those facilities turn to St. Jude by making a call to the facility on the patient’s behalf.  They receive their answers within just hours and the wheels are put into motion to get them there.  All children and their families of all walks of life facing devastating medical diagnoses that other facilities can not treat who are without hope are welcomed to St. Jude where their treatment begins as soon as they can get there.  Many of the best doctors and nurses in the world are all located on the huge campus of St. Jude in Memphis, Tennessee.  There is also a large research facility on the campus where scientists are working diligently every day to find cures for these rare forms of childhood cancer and life-threatening illness effecting children.  Not only do they do extensive research on their campus for helping their patients, but they make their findings public on the internet to share all of this information with other medical facilities.

As you can imagine, the cost to fund all of this without any patient or their family paying even one dime is extraordinarily immense.  That is where ALSAC comes in.  ALSAC is the fundraising arm of St. Jude and its main office is also located on the St. Jude campus in Memphis with satellite offices all around the U.S. in major cities.  ALSAC stands for American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities.  It was founded by Danny Thomas, who was Lebanese, in 1957 to be the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and its sole mission is to raise the funds and awareness necessary to operate and maintain the hospital.

ALSAC is responsible for raising 75% of the funds necessary to operate St. Jude.  So, before St. Jude could be built, ALSAC had to be created to make Danny’s vision a reality as he enlisted the help of friends in entertainment and corporate America to help build what would become St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital that opened its doors in 1962.

Inaugural Country Cares for St. Jude in 1989

Flash forward to 1989, when Danny Thomas attended a concert in California by country band Alabama and singer Clint Black.  Both chart-topping and well-known to country fans.  Following the concert, Danny approached Randy Owen, lead singer of Alabama, and started to converse with him.  It was during this brief encounter that Danny Thomas said these heartfelt words to Randy Owen and their friendship was formed:

“I really need your people (in country music) to get involved.”

Randy thought on it some and was deeply inspired by the entertainment icon turned philanthropist.  It was then that Country Cares was born and from that moment to this day, Randy Owen has carried that “torch” with just a small spark ignited by Danny and he in turn ignited a small fire that would grow over time within the hearts of the country music industry.

He reached out to other country artists like his friend Clint Black and so many more to help him make this happen.  He made calls to the country record labels on Music Row in Nashville to try to get their support.  Contacted various country radio stations with the idea of hosting radiothons each year reaching their listeners to raise money for St. Jude.  That small spark ignited in Randy Owen that day back in 1989 by Danny Thomas has continued to burn brightly and more intensely for the last 30 years.  It has lead to millions upon millions of dollars raised over the years for St. Jude within the U.S. by the country music industry through Country Cares.

Since then, the country music industry has stood strongly behind and partnered closely with St. Jude to help them continue their mission that has saved so many children’s lives, advanced childhood cancer research, and given hope back to those who were feeling hopeless just as Danny felt as a struggling, young artist back so many years before as he faced uncertainty in his life.

Randy Owen visiting with a young patient during one of his many trips to St. Jude over the last 30 years.

Still think that one person can’t make a difference? Change can begin with just one person as Danny Thomas and Randy Owen have both shown.  You just have to have the right heart along with the belief, faith, passion, and determination to carry it through.  If you want change, be that change and spread your light to ignite a light within others.  If you reach the right people and they see your sincerity, you will be amazed at how you can inspire and spark a flame within others to join your cause.  That ME becomes WE and together a group of people can move mountains with the right leadership.  Danny was spot on in reaching out to Randy Owen that day.   Randy had/has that leadership quality, the heart, and determination to see things through.

As much success as Randy has had over the years as lead singer of award-winning country band Alabama, it is his work with St. Jude that he is most proud of.  You can see it in his face and every word he speaks when talking about what St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital means to him.  He worries that as he gets older and knowing he won’t be around forever, just who will step into his shoes and carry forth that “flame” continuing the work within the country music industry towards a lofty future where no child dies of cancer before they have even had a chance to live.  Something tells me that there will be others who will step forward to carry on the St. Jude mission when that time comes, but there will never be anyone else like Randy.  Those shoes can not be filled, but another heart can be ignited to become a strong leader within country music to carry forth the mission of St.Jude and following in the footsteps of Randy whose heart was touched by Danny so many years before inspiring him to blaze a trail where none existed before in creating Country Cares.

As Country Cares celebrated its 30th anniversary this past weekend with a total to date raised of over $800 million dollars, attendees and artists alike were all treated during the day to hearing the incredible stories of surviving childhood cancer patients that are now adults.  Speakers from St. Jude and ALSAC helped to educate all in attendance about their mission.  There were tours of the hospital to visit the colorful, cheerful halls where hope exists, and there were tours of the Target House sponsored by Target where the patients and their families stay free of charge together when they come to the hospital for treatments.

At night, we celebrated.  Music filled the air.  New friendships were formed through a common bond of the love of country music and a desire to support the mission of St. Jude.  There was a strong spirit in the air all weekend that only grew stronger as the days went on culminating to a peak on the last night at the Songwriters’ Dinner before we all headed home.

That night we celebrated the accomplishments of the many gathered together at the legendary Peabody Hotel in Memphis, Tennessee near the campus of St. Jude.  We dressed in cocktail attire for the occasion.  We dined together.  We applauded and smiled when ACM president Pete Fisher presented St. Jude on stage with a check for $50,000 from ACM Lifting Lives, the Academy of Country Music’s own charitable arm devoted to helping those with Williams Syndrome.  We all watched and stood when Jake Owen was presented with the Randy Owen Angels Among Us Award on stage by Randy himself.  We saw his broad smile and listened as he said that he did not think any award would ever mean as much to him as this one from St. Jude.  Finally, we listened, clapped, danced, and sang along as Randy Owen, Clint Black, Jake Owen, and Michael Ray treated us all to a very special acoustic concert that would leave most of us with eyes filled with tears and strong hope towards the future.  We carry deeply in our hearts now that the mission of St. Jude must now reach an international audience and help even more children around the world.  It is well-known in the U.S., but not so much outside of our country and we need to change that because every child deserves a chance to experience life.

Jake Owen on receiving the Randy Owen Angels Among Us Award and the responsibility to give back:

“I feel like that’s our duty as a country music entertainer. It’s not just singing songs for people and entertaining. It’s what we do with the platform that we’ve so luckily been given, honestly. I say ‘given’ — we’ve worked for the platform. But I think there’s more to what we do than just singing songs.

How do you help people? How do you give back? I know that by being an example and being a leader in that, hopefully others will follow. That’s what I was taught by guys like Randy (Owen) and so many others that have come before me.”

On why the country music community — artists, radio and fans — has such a strong bond with St. Jude:

“I’ve always believed that country music is songs for the family, songs for the people. Common folk. And I believe that it just goes hand in hand with the mission for St. Jude, as far as lending a helping hand. I think you hear those types of sentiments in a lot of country songs. I think they’re just relatable.”

Country Cares Songwriters Dinner at the Peabody on Saturday, January 26, 2019.

On what draws him to St. Jude and its mission:

“I just love the fact that they’re presenting a place for families to come and not have to worry anymore. They can find help here. There are so many families out that don’t know what to do, they don’t know how to get answers. They don’t have the money. To be able to come to a place like this, be taken care of, be informed — I don’t find there’s anything else that’s as valuable as St. Jude.”

Do you want to help St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital continue its mission? You can help make a difference.  Go to www.thisshirtsaveslives.org to find out how you can become a partner in hope, too.  You’ll be glad that you did.

St. Jude is truly heaven on Earth where their entire staff and volunteers are truly angels living among us and in a world where turning on the nightly news can discourage even the most positive person, it’s nice to know that hope is alive and well at St. Jude where those who have lost hope with nowhere else to turn can go.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Penh Lenh: It’s Not Just About Jewelry, But Empowering Women And Making A Difference

Penh Lenh, meaning “whole,” sets out to empower marginalized and at-risk women in Cambodia to pursue their life goals through quality education and sustaining employment. It is a company seeking to make a difference and with a strong purpose founded by Rachel Dodson.

All the jewelry/accessories are hand-crafted by at-risk women who are working to change the trajectory of their lives. Many of those women face dire options to try to make ends meet (drug/sex industries). Penh Lenh wants to take that option off the table and they are working toward it through their social mission. The company takes 100% of their product sales and reinvests it into their mission. The money goes toward helping provide the women with the training they need in addition to classes that include everything from nutrition and physical wellness to female empowerment, English classes, professional classes and budgeting.

Unfortunately, Cambodian society doesn’t view at-risk women as having much value at all, but Penh Lenh is working to change that. They believe that knowledge springs strength and strength springs reform and that will bring about self empowerment and value.

On top of the company’s unbelievable social mission, their hand-crafted pieces are incredible. The Spring collection includes colorful bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and more – think tassels, beading, and beautiful natural stones. Prices range from $15 to $100. View the full Spring/Summer collection here.

On top of the company’s unbelievable social mission, their hand-crafted pieces are incredible. The Spring collection includes colorful bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and more – think tassels, beading, and beautiful natural stones. Prices range from $15 to $100. View the full Spring/Summer collection here.

You’re originally from Nashville. How did growing up in Music City help prepare you for Penh Lenh?

Rachel Dodson: “Growing up in Nashville really helped shape the person I am. I didn’t see or understand how amazing Nashville is until I moved away. It was only then I was able to clearly see all the beautiful nuances that make Nashville a totally unique city, from how genuinely kind and welcoming people are, to the way business and creativity are naturally fused together, to the way you can literally go to a rock show or church any night of the week. Along with Nashville, I think it was my family more than anything that helped prepare me for my work at Penh Lenh. I grew up in a Christian family that did not only go to church on Sundays, but also lived out their faith the rest of the week as well. They were really the catalyst in me knowing what it meant to help others – which is the foundation of Penh Lenh.”

What is your favorite part about your job/company?

Rachel Dodson:  “For me, this question is twofold. My favorite thing about my job is being excited to go to work everyday knowing I am making a difference. This is literally the dream! Whether that might be helping give our staff the opportunity to have a safe and dignified job or simply speaking an encouraging word over them, I know what I am doing truly matters to the girls working at Penh Lenh. My favorite thing about Penh Lenh as a company is that we are working to raise the standards and expectations for companies in Cambodia as well as raise awareness about gender equality and feminism. I always think how cool it is that we get to be part of such a movement.”

When you visited Cambodia the first time, what made you fall in love with it?

Rachel Dodson:  “At first, I fell in love with the overwhelming feeling of adventure. The thrill of riding on a moto, walking through open air markets, and learning a new language captivated me. But it was the feeling of hope that made me stay. Even with all the complications and social justice issues Cambodia faced (and still faces), I recognized that this place carries a hope for change. I fell in love with that hope because I knew that meant change was possible, and perhaps I could help facilitate and promote change.”

What have been some challenges you’ve faced since starting Penh Lenh that you weren’t expecting?

Rachel Dodson:  “Our mission at Penh Lenh is to empower young women through education, skill training, and higher career opportunities. Over the years, our idea of true empowerment and impact has evolved as the matter itself has become more and more nuanced. It is fundamental to Penh Lenh that we teach our girls about gender equality and educate them about their rights as women. In our “Women’s Empowerment Class” we have covered topics ranging from sexual health and safe sex, beauty standards, sexual harassment, and more. As much as we strive to educate, encourage, and empower, we still face the immense challenge of being in a country and culture where gender inequality is vast and wide. It is easy for our staff to feel empowered in a safe and liberating place like Penh Lenh. However, as soon as they walk out our doors, they are faced with a society that, simply put, does not value them as equals to their male counterparts. They go back to their homes, communities, markets, salons, and even husbands or boyfriends and are combated with ideals that they simply are less than. We are challenged against a culture where 1 in 5 men have admitted to committing at least one rape, where 70% of women are in vulnerable employment, and where 65% of women run businesses are less profitable than those run by men. We are encouraged knowing that women all over the globe are fighting a similar fight and we know we are not alone. We will continue to overcome each challenge as they come.”

What have been some of your favorite moments over the last four years?

Rachel Dodson:  “There have been so many incredible moments over the past several years here. Some of my favorite moments might seem innocuous to the average person looking in, but each has special meaning to me. For example, any staff member’s first birthday at Penh Lenh is usually so special because it is often the first time in their life anyone has celebrated their birthday. We get cake, party poppers and gifts. I love how this small act can make them feel valued and special. We also go all out at Christmas, which is usually another first for the women. I look forward to it every year. We do a big Penh Lenh family lunch where we cook and eat together. The staff members do a secret Santa gift exchange and additionally get gifts from Penh Lenh. We also do a community service project on Christmas. Most of our staff members do not have parents or families, so it is such a beautiful thing when they feel loved and find a family within Penh Lenh. My other favorite moments include the random times when we stop work and have a dance off or a sing-a-long and when an artisan has been working to perfect a skill and finally achieves it! All the little moments add up and reflect healthy and happy young women who are working to make their lives better.”

What positive changes have you witnessed with the women?

Rachel Dodson:  “So many! We have seen women learn to manage their finances and get out of debt. Many are excited to build a better future for their children and take advantage of the educational classes we offer so in turn they can better educate their kids. Through our Empowerment Class on domestic violence, one young woman was able to end an abusive relationship. Each positive change means so much.

All of the women of Penh Lenh support each other, which makes it a very positive work environment overall. For example, one of my favorite stories that shows this happened one day after we had a discussion on how women need to help stand up for one another. Some of the staff went out to get coffee and they came back to work upset because the man selling coffee made a rude comment about one of the girls. They wanted to stand up for her, but didn’t quite know what to say. They asked if I would go back and help show them how to stand up for her against what the man had said, and I did. When we got back, the girl who was bullied by the man was crying. She said they were happy tears because no one had ever stood up for her in that way. Our whole team had gone in solidarity for her and it was such an awesome moment for our entire staff to see the power women can have when we stick together.”

What does it mean to you to know you’re helping these women change the trajectory of their lives?

Rachel Dodson:  “A few days before moving to Cambodia, I had dinner with a friend in New York. I told him that if I could help just one girl change her life for the better, it would all be worth it to me. To me, the fact that I am able to help multiple women and be an agent for change here means that I am fulfilling my purpose in life.”

Your jewelry is so beautiful. Where do you draw inspiration for the designs?

Rachel Dodson:  “I design the jewelry alongside our Production Director and Designer, Srey Mao. We both draw inspiration from so many different aspects of life. Cambodia is a huge part of inspiration for me personally. The colors here are so vibrant. Bright colors are found everywhere from the beaches to the fabrics in the market to the vibrant robes the monks wear. I think what makes our aesthetic truly unique is our two backgrounds – me from America and Srey Mao from Cambodia – coming together to create each piece.”

How can people in Nashville help support Penh Lenh and you?

Rachel Dodson:  “Shop at www.penhlenh.com and tell your friends, family, strangers! And spread the word on social media. We are 100% funded by the sales of our product, so your purchases mean everything.”

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5 Country Music Things To Do In Nashville Besides Honky Tonks

There are so many fun honky tonks in Music City – but Nashville also offers so much more than Broadway bars.  If you’re a country music fan, we’ve rounded up five great music-related things to do in the 615.  Whether you’re an out of town guest or a local, you’re sure to enjoy these activities which let you explore the city in new ways!

Arrington Vineyards

Arrington Vineyards is a must-do Nashville winery because it’s owned by none other than Kix Brooks, of Brooks & Dunn. The winery is open all year round and features wine all made right here in Tennessee. From their picnic style wine tastings to live music, Arrington is a nice change of pace from Broadway.

The Escape Game

The Escape Game is perfect for any family or friend groups in Music City who need a little reboot after a long night out. They have a fun “Nashville” themed room where you and your teammates are solving clues, working against the clock as you pretend you are an up-and-coming band – you must find a hidden contract in the “recording studio” in hopes of making it big. It’s a #1 rated activity on TripAdvisor, and with their convenient location downtown, it’s a great place to experience country music in a new way.

Country Music Hall Of Fame

It’s no secret that Music City is filled with tons of history, but it can be hard to keep up with all of it. All you need for a little refresher is a visit to the Country Music Hall Of Fame. From rotating exhibits like Loretta Lynn’s Blue Kentucky Girl and ones that you can see year round like the Taylor Swift Education Center, the museum offers something for every country fan.

Grand Ole Opry

This is something every Music City tourist needs to see! A tour of this historical spot will give fans chills as they stand on a circle where thousands of musical legends have sang before them. Along with a tour, you can also buy tickets to check out a performance from various country music acts in town. There is truly nothing like the Opry!

Grimey’s Record Store

Grimey’s is a must stop for any one passing through or moving to Nashville. This independent record store has everything from CDs to LPs to DVDs. They also have in-store performances from pretty awesome artists, like Kacey Musgraves and Jason Isbell. You won’t want to miss out on the chance to take home a great record, and possibly meet your favorite artist.

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Things To Do: Nashville Winter Wine Festival Coming Up January 6th

Nashville Wine Festivals hosts the Nashville Winter Wine Festival at Marathon Music Works on Saturday, January 6, 2018, from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

What better way to beat the winter blues and shake the cold off than the upcoming Nashville Winter Wine Festival? It will feature over 50 wine options, as well as, a small selection of beers and ciders to please pretty much anyone’s palette and quench your thirst.

Live music provided by Ocean Street and a DJ on the main stage for your entertainment.

Be sure to like the Nashville Wine Festivals Facebook page, and join the event page to get all of the updates.

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THIS SHIRT SAVES LIVES Fundraising Campaign For St. Jude

During the entire month of December, we will be joining with 80 country music artists and 200 country radio stations across the country to help raise funds for St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital in Memphis.

St. Jude continues to help treat children fighting cancer free of charge.  Families never have to pay a dime and can focus on their child getting better.  Fighting a disease is hard enough without adding heaping medical bills on.

However, in order for St. Jude to continue its work, they rely on donations to keep their doors open and healing children with cancer.

Do you want to help save lives, too? For a donation of just $20 per month, you become a partner in hope and get your own THIS SHIRT SAVES LIVES shirt that you can share on your own social media of you wearing to spread the word.

For more information and how to become a St. Jude partner in hope, go to: www.thisshirtsaveslives.org

 

Help up spread the word by becoming a partner in hope and using the hashtag: #ThisShirtSavesLives.

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MADE SOUTH Holiday Market On Saturday At The Factory At Franklin 9am-5pm

Don’t miss the MADE SOUTH holiday market at the Factory at Franklin on Saturday, Nov. 18th only from 9am-5pm only for great holiday gift ideas from local retailers and food sampling.
Tickets at: www.madesouth.com.

MADE SOUTH returns to The Factory at Franklin this year for its third holiday event on Friday, November 17, and Saturday, November 18. Shoppers can find artisan gifts of all kinds at the two-day event that will feature goods from more than 150 artisans and craftsmen from all over the South. Bites and drinks will also be provided by top local chefs and restaurants.

General admission tickets are available for purchase on the MADE SOUTH Eventbrite page for $15, or $20 at the door. VIP tickets are available for $39, offering guests a special sneak peek shopping experience complete with cocktails, local beers and special chef tastings on Friday night.

A portion of all ticket proceeds will benefit New Hope Academy, an elementary school located in Franklin, Tennessee, serving low-income families.

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Jessie James Decker Partners With Tide Loads Of Hope

On Friday, August 18th, Tide Loads of Hope in partnership with country singer, designer, reality star, and wife of Tennessee Titan Eric Decker, Jessie James Decker, kicked off a cross-country journey called “Driving for Hope” and Nashville was the first stop to help those at the Nashville Rescue Mission.

Tide Loads of Hope is a mobile laundromat that travels across the country offering full service laundry to those people in-need and affected by crisis.  It was originally created in response to help those devastated by Hurricane Katrina to provide some comfort to people in the midst of crisis.  Something that we take for granted every day, but for those in these sort of circumstances it provides a desperate need and gives a sense of normalcy during an uncertain time.  Since its inception, Tide has helped to renew hope, normalcy, and provide their mobile services to over 45,000 families across the country.

Jessie James Decker has a love for giving back to her community and is thrilled to be partnered with this cross country initiative.  “Driving for Hope” is a clothing drive to collect, renew, and donate clothing directly to families in need and in crisis across the U.S.  With the recent Hurricane Harvey damage in Houston and surrounding areas in Texas, this need is heightened.  “When Tide Loads of Hope called and told me that they would like to partner together for a clothing drive in Nashville, I loved the opportunity to give back in my hometown. I love how simple it is – washing clothing for someone in need can give them so much confidence.”

We loved the opportunity to speak with Jessie James Decker about her involvement with Tide Loads of Hope and “Driving for Hope”.

Thank you to Tide and Jessie James Decker for your service to the Nashville community!

On a lighter side, here’s few more fun facts and what’s going on with Jessie!

Favorite place to eat in Nashville?

“My favorite place to eat in Nashville is Epice. It’s an amazing Lebanese restaurant!”

Favorite place to shop in Nashville?

“My favorite place to shop in Nashville is the Nordstrom at the Mall at Green Hills.”

What do you like to do when not making music?

“When I’m not working on my music, I love being with my kids, and giving them 1:1 time. It’s so important! I also like to work on my fashion line and explore Nashville. Nashville has grown so much over the last four years – I like to check out the scene and try new restaurants!”

What’s next for you careerwise?

“I have a full album coming out in October!”

We can’t wait to hear more from her in the near future!

 

 

 

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REBA SET TO PERFORM A SPECIAL ACOUSTIC SET AT MUSICIANS ON CALL KICK-OFF EVENT FOR THE ROCK THE ROOM TOUR IN NASHVILLE, TN OCTOBER 21ST

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Next week, Musicians On Call (MOC), a groundbreaking nonprofit organization that brings live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities across the country, will be kicking off a first-of-its-kind, four city Rock The Room Tour. The tour will launch on October 21st in Nashville with an event that is almost sold out at City Winery, which will feature performances by Martina McBride, Kelsea Ballerini and now Reba, one of the most successful female recording artists in history, who will do a special acoustic performance at the event, a rare occurrence for the artist. Also set to present at the event will be Kelly Clarkson. For more information on the event and to purchase tickets you can go to www.musiciansoncall.org/RTRT.

 

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Kendra Scott Brings Bling to Green Hills, Nashville

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Personalized jewelry, yummy cocktails, country artist Cam and fashion designer Kendra Scott — these are the makings of an amazing Grand Opening celebration! The 28th Kendra Scott store launched in the Green Hills area of Nashville this spring, so naturally an exclusive party was in order. The best part about it? While guests mingled and shopped, a portion of the proceeds went to the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Lifting Live Charity to improve lives through the power of music.

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[Video] Dierks Bentley’s Miles And Music

Dierks Bentley performing at Miles and Music.

We recently attended Dierks Bentley’s Miles and Music, a motorcycle ride and concert benefiting The Monroe Carrell, Jr. Children’s Hospital in Nashville on September 28th.   What a great day for a motorcycle ride and music all in the name of charity! Continue Reading →

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