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Shelby Bottoms Nature Center is open: Tues/Thurs/Sat — 9 am to 4 pm Wed/Fri —12 to 4 pm

Shelby Bottoms Greenway is open 7 days a week from dawn to dusk. Mailing Address:

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center

1900 Davidson St. Nashville, TN 37206

Phone: 615-862-8539 Fax: 615-262-0245 Email: [email protected]

Website: sbnc.nashville.gov

Requests for ADA accommodation should be directed to the Nature Center at (615) 862-8539.

Nature Play

Friday, June 2

10—11 am

All ages

Registration required

Meet us for a fun hour of exploring and playing in nature near the nature

center!

Leader: John Michael Cassidy

Friday Night Frogs

Friday, June 2

8—9 pm

All ages


Let’s take a sunset hike and greet the evening chorus! We’ll learn a bit

about the various species of frogs that call Shelby Bottoms home and then

head out to explore the pools, ponds, and wetlands to find some of these

extraordinary environmental indicators!

Leader: Denise Weyer

Saturday, June 3

10—11 am

All ages


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Come learn about the different characters of several of Nashville's

Greenways: which ones are best for different types of photography such as

landscapes, flowers, sunrise, sunset, and wildlife. Richard will show

examples of images he’s taken and then show on the map where it was

taken to encourage photographers and non photographers to explore beyond

their local Greenways to enjoy this natural treasure to its utmost.

Star Party with

Saturday, June 3

9—11 pm

All ages

No registration

Cornelia Fort Trailhead

Come join us with our friends at the Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical

Society for a summer evening of star gazing at the Cornelia Fort

Trailhead of Shelby Bottoms. May be cancelled due to cloudy

conditions or inclement weather. Check social media or call SBNC.

As temperatures oscillate (cool, then nearly record heat,

now cool again...) and we adjust, we look forward to the

sights, sounds, and smells summer brings regardless of

weather. The return of our resident summer breeding

birds brings splashes of color and a familiar soundtrack

to the Bottoms: the dazzling blue Indigo Bunting, the

“chatty” Yellow-breasted Chat, the “witchity-witchity-

witchity” song of the Common Yellowthroat, and the “pick-a-tuck” song of the brilliant

crimson Summer Tanager. Adding to the soundscape—especially evening—are the vocal

insects and amphibians: cicadas, crickets, and katydids; Green, Bull, and Green tree

frogs. Blossoms of all shades bring washes of color across the otherwise lush green

landscape: trumpet creeper, cardinal flower, tickseed sunflower, Passionflower, and

Shelby’s iconic ironweed and goldenrod. Finally—cookouts in the park, summer storms,

freshly-cut grass, and meadows of flowers add to the olfactory experience of summer in

Shelby. Yeah, okay, there’s the heat... and ticks too... But there’s so much positive to

experience here this summer—including a once-in-a-lifetime total eclipse of the sun! So

come join us for a program. Revisit often. And experience summer in Shelby!

To register call 615/862-8539, email [email protected], or sign up online. Programs could be cancelled due to inclement weather or low participation.

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Photography

Along Our Greenways

with Richard Barrow

Trumpet Creeper in Bloom by Johm Mcghee

Solar eclipse

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Stones Farm

Full Moon

Campout!

Friday, June 9

6:30 pm—9 am June 10

Ages 11+


Call 615-429-3549 or [email protected]

*Bring your own gear*

Join us for a camp-out under the Full Moon in a new Metro Park. Meet us

and walk-in two miles to a campsite along the lower Stones River. We will

have a group campsite set up and provide water, campfire, and a sweet

treat. We will practice Leave No Trace ethics at our group campsite. Bring

your own camping gear – we will have a truck to haul in personal

equipment for those planning on not carrying their gear via foot, bike, or

boat. Looking to paddle or cycle into camp along the greenway or Stones

River? Call or email Neel Deshpande for more info! 615-429-3549 or

[email protected]

Full “Strawberry”

Moon Hike

Friday, June 9

8:30—9:30 pm

All ages


This time of year brings us closer with the outdoors and the many luxuries

it has to offer (longer days, warmer weather, lush green foliage, and

blackberries throughout the park). Join us in observation of the full

“strawberry” moon while we hike around a beautiful moonlit Shelby

Bottoms Greenway! And if they are ripe, we may just pick a blackberry or

two to sample.

Leader: Christie Wiser

Body Works

Saturday, June 10

10—11 am

Ages 18+


This mat class focuses on lengthening, stretching, and strengthening the

body. Combining core training, yoga, Pilates, balance, and flexibility, this

will be especially helpful for cyclists and runners.

Instructor: Carol Buckley Frazier, a NSCA-certified Personal Trainer,

fitness instructor, IIN Holistic Health Coach and founder/CEO of

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Native Art

Saturday, June 10

10—11 am

All ages


Discover the natural history, native plants, and

animals living around us as we create "natural"

artwork. For kids of all ages. Fun for adults too!

Leader: Seasonal Naturalist Julie Henry

Railway

Landscapes

& Imagery:

a community

perspective

Saturday, June 10

3—5 pm

All ages

No registration

The historic train trestle that runs parallel to the nature center has become

an iconic structure that many people of the greater Nashville community

recognize. It has even been known to compete with our programs in

progress once a train comes chugging along it! Drop into the nature center

to learn more about this incredible structure and a few other bits of

information about the Tennessee Central Railway and its intriguing history.

We will also be showcasing a community based photography collection that

will grace our walls until the end of July.


Wednesday, June 14

2—3 pm

All ages


Join us for an after-nap story time. The program will focus on things that

live in the park. After our story, we will explore around the nature center

campus.

Leader: Nature Center Staff & Volunteers

Family Bike Ride:

Dusk in the Park

Thursday, June 15

6:30—8 pm

Ages 5+


Join us for a tour of Shelby Park and Bottoms on two wheels to explore the

park. We will stop by highlighted areas in Shelby Bottoms: wetlands,

ponds, fields, woods, etc. Helmet required.

Leaders: John Michael Cassidy and Volunteers



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Sunset

Celebration:

Blackberry

Picking!

Thursday, June 15

6—7 pm

All ages


Join us for a short stroll to harvest a modest amount of wild blackberries.

We will learn ways to pick responsibly and safely, and even get to sample

some blackberry bottom brownies and lemonade garnished with fresh

blackberries! Leader: Christie Wiser

The Barred Owls of Bonaventure Place: A Book Reading by Author Lauren Karp

Saturday, June 17

10—11 am

All ages

No registration

Intrigued by the owls in her backyard, artist/photographer

Lauren Karp watched in wonder as they raised little owlets

before her eyes. She decided to tell their story for her friends

and relatives’ children to enjoy. We bring that story to you

now! Join us for a reading by the author and puppet fun after.

Mud Painting

in Nature

Saturday, June 17

11 am—12 pm

All ages


We'll seek out the best mud we can find and have some time to play

around in it. Then, we'll see what kind of paintings we can create with

mud as our paint!

Leader: Seasonal Naturalist Evie Elsbree

Watercolor in

Nature Series

Saturday, June 17

2—3 pm

Ages 10+


Painting with watercolor paints can be a very relaxing and rewarding skill

if given the right tools and an ideal setting. Reserve your spot today for

this new series of programs that we will offer this summer! All supplies

provided and all skill levels are welcome. Space is limited.


Celebrate Summer

in Shelby Park

Wednesday, June 21

6—7:30 pm

All ages


Let's meet at the Nature Center for a nature walk around Shelby Park.

We will visit the East Nashville Farmer's Market and enjoy the pretty

areas around Sevier Lake.


From the Mat to the Stage

Saturday, June 24

9:30 am—12 pm

Ages 18+


Workshop fee:

$25 Pre-registration

$35 At the door Register/pay at:

joannabarbera.com A portion will be donated to

the nature center!

*Please bring a journal

or notebook and wear

comfortable clothes!

This will be an introductory workshop for the creative seeking to bring

mindfulness to their craft, performance, and everyday life. We will

explore the use of nature, breath, exercise, and meditation techniques to:

•Connect with your True Essence

•Open the creative channel

•Lower anxiety

Special guest instructor Joanna Barbera is a Nashville based singer-

songwriter and yoga/meditation instructor. Joanna began walking the

yogic path at a very young age. Alongside earning her BA in the

Performing Arts in 2003 at Arizona State University, she studied with

masters of Tai Chi and Eastern energy healing methods, a path that would

later lead her to her certification for teaching Kundalini Yoga. When

Joanna is not recording or touring nationally, she resides in Music City

teaching private yoga, weekly classes at Kundalini Rising Studio, and

facilitating workshops aimed at creativity, healing, and empowerment.

A Walk in the Park

(in the Creek!)

Saturday, June 24

10—11 am

All ages


It’s hot out! Let’s cool off and see what natural waterways and aquatic

creatures we can find in the process. We'll play water-themed games too!


The Eclipse

is coming!

Saturday, June 24

2—3 pm

All ages


On August 21, 2017 Nashville and many other areas of the United States

are in store for a spectacular event…. A FULL SOLAR ECLIPSE!!!!

Learn more about the upcoming event, the best way to watch it safely, and

more. Leader: Christie Wiser

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•Recognize limiting belief patterns

•Rewrite your story

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WILD THINGS:

Taste & Sip

Saturday, June 24

5:30—7:30 pm

Ages 21+


Come enjoy an extraordinary edible experience on our back porch and

classroom. We will taste-test dishes made with plants handpicked from our

backyard and sample one-of-a-kind home brewed beverages flavored with

local plants. Mother Nature never tasted so good!

Leaders: Sarah Gilmore, Don Graves, and John Michael Cassidy

Cornelia Fort Picking Party

Saturday, June 24

6—10 pm

All ages

Tickets required

$12 in advance

$15 at the door

$5 under 20

Under 12 free

This family-friendly concert series combines the tastes and talents of East

Nashvillians to preserve and enhance one of our city’s most unique

landmarks, the Cornelia Fort Airpark of Shelby Bottoms Greenway. The

shows run once a month June through September and offer music from

local bands, craft beer from Yazoo Brewery, great wine from Woodland

Wine Merchant, and many local food vendors. Musicians are invited to

bring an instrument for an extra drink ticket, and are encouraged to gather

and jam the night away. June features Dustbowl Revival w/ Runner Of The

Woods. For more info-http://www.friendsofshelby.org/pickin_parties

Exploring

Planetary Worlds

and Beyond with

Dr. Greg Henry

Thursday, June 29

8—10 pm

All ages


Join us for incredible telescopic views of our solar system (moon, Jupiter,

Saturn) led by our very special guest, renowned TSU astronomer Dr.

Gregory Henry, the first person to discover planetary systems outside our

own! Rain date will be Friday, June 30th if event cancels for weather on

29th. Host: Seasonal Naturalist Julie Henry

A Celebration

in Nature

Saturday, July 1

10—11 am

All ages


It’s Fourth of July weekend; how does nature celebrate? Let’s find colors

and shapes like fireworks in nature! We’ll go back to the nature center and

make a celebratory craft from some of our gathered “fireworks!” We might

even try our hand at seed bombs, nature's real fireworks!


BINGO on the

Back Porch!

Saturday, July 1

2—3 pm

All ages


B…I…N…G…O!!! Meet us at the nature center for an afternoon of

winning. We will have our fun nature-inspired versions of Bingo set up for

playing and some lemonade for sipping!


Summer Birds

in Shelby Park

Friday, July 7

8—9:30 am

All ages


We will explore a few areas in Shelby Park to look/listen for resident and

migratory birds that are just here for the summer. Destination habitats:

wooded hillsides, open areas, lake, and rocky springs.


Moonlight Mosey

Friday, July 7

8:30—9:30 pm

All ages


Meander with us along the twilit Bottoms as we gaze at a bright summer

moon! Reserve your spot today.


Body Works

Saturday, July 8

10—11 am

Ages 18+







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Nature

Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, July 8

10—11 am

All ages


What's furry, sneaky, and leaves its "marks" all over the nature center?

Come join us on a scavenger hunt and uncover the secrets nature has hidden

all over the park! Learn fun facts about plants and animals on our safari!

Leader: Seasonal Naturalist Julie Henry

Bike Ride: Shelby

to Downtown Parks

Tuesday, July 11

7—8:30 pm

Ages 12+


Join us for a tour of Shelby Park and Riverfront Parks on two wheels. We

will stop by highlighted areas and look for birds feeding at dusk in Shelby

Park and downtown: lake, river, pedestrian bridge. Helmet required.


Wednesday, July 12

2—3 pm

All ages


Join us for an after-nap story time. We will focus on things that live in the

park. After our story, we will explore around the nature center campus.


National Ice

Cream Month

Wednesday, July 12

6—7 pm

All ages


1. Gather local toppings at the East Nashville Farmer's Market 2. Eat ice

cream on the back porch while enjoying the natural setting at dusk.


Morning Muse

Saturday, July 15

7—8 am

All ages


Beat the heat and start your day off peacefully with a scenic walk through

the trails. With a little nature poetry for inspiration along the way, we will

conclude this walk at the nature center for coffee and breakfast treats.

Leader: Seasonal Naturalist Sarah Gilmore

The Archaeology

of Tattooing

Saturday, July 15

10—11 am

Ages 8+

Registration

required

For more than 5,000 years, the practice of tattooing has been an important

part of historic and Indigenous cultures all around the globe. Nashville

archaeologist Aaron Deter-Wolf of the Tennessee Division of Archaeology

and co-editor of forthcoming volume, “Ancient Ink: The Archaeology of

Tattooing,” is one of only a few scholars studying ancient tattooing. Come

hear about his recent research, including his appearance on an episode of

NOVA discussing the tattoos on Ötzi the Iceman, experimental work with

bone needles, and identifying ancient Native American tattoo tools.

Ecology Trail

Nature Walk

Saturday, July 15

1—2 pm

All ages


We will take a short mid-day walk along the Ecology Trail to see what's

buzzing: dragonflies, bees, cicadas, hummingbirds...or whatever!


Farmers Market

Mash-up

Wednesday, July 19

5—6 pm

All ages


We love the East Nashville Farmers Market and this wonderful time of year

that brings us a bounty of produce to be found at the market. Join us for a

fun scavenger hunt like activity that will take us from the nature center to

the market, then back to the nature center where we will enjoy prizes and

watermelon on the back porch! Leader: Christie Wiser

Wildlife:

Tragedy of

the Trade

Thursday, July 20

6:30—8 pm

Ages 10+


Wild animals are being loved to death, and for many species, to the brink of

extinction. How is this happening? The illegal and legal buying, selling, and

breeding are responsible for the abuse of many of our favorite wild animals.

Find out some of the dark secrets of the animal underworld, and most

importantly, what you can do to help.

Leader: Julie Henry



Storytime



Crafting the

Naturalist Way

Friday, July 21

10—11 am

All ages


Bring an item out of your recycle bin if you have an idea for art or a craft;

we’ll provide recyclables too! We’ll take a short hike to collect natural

items and then blend the two into something crafty!


Watercolor in

Nature Series

Saturday, July 22

2—3 pm

Ages 10+


Painting with watercolor paints can be a very relaxing and rewarding skill if

given the right tools and an ideal setting. Reserve your spot today for this

new series of programs that we will offer this summer! All supplies

provided and all skill levels are welcome. Space is limited.



Saturday, July 22

6—10 pm

All ages

Tickets required

$12 in advance

$15 at the door

$5 under 20

Under 12 free






Wine Merchant and many local food vendors. Musicians are invited to


and jam the night away. July features Allen Thompson Band and Rorey

Carroll. For more info-http://www.friendsofshelby.org/pickin_parties

Creek n’ Splash

Saturday, July 29

10—11 am

All ages


Could anything be better than spending a hot, summer morning exploring

the cool, ankle depth waters of a shady stream? Come turn over rocks and

catch a water strider or two with us at Cooper Creek. We’ll bring the

science gear; you bring your water shoes!

Leader: Seasonal Naturalist Sarah Gilmore

Eclipse

Countdown

Saturday, July 29

2—3 pm

All ages


The Eclipse is almost here! On August 21, 2017 Nashville and many other

areas of the United States are in store for a spectacular event…. A FULL

SOLAR ECLIPSE!!!! Learn more about the upcoming event, the best way

to watch it safely, and more.


Moving

Like Nature

Saturday, August 5

10—11 am

Ages 5-12


In this session, we'll connect with nature through our own movements!

Let’s try to recreate things in nature using easy yoga-like moves. We might

be a butterfly, a tree, or even a mountain. Then we’ll play nature games

about those things! Leader: Evie Elsbree

‘Mater Madness

Saturday, August 5

1—3 pm

All ages


It’s “tomato time” here in East Nashville! Get your tomato party on early

before the annual Tomato Art Festival. Drop by the nature center for our

tomato scavenger hunt, salsa-making station, garden bingo, and more!

Open House style. Leader: Christie Wiser

Summer

Moonlight Hike

Tuesday, August 8

8—9 pm

All ages


Meander with us along the moonlit Bottoms as we gaze at a bright summer

moon! We will also learn a little as to why some refer to this August moon

as the “sturgeon moon.” Reserve your spot today.





August Sunset by James Fullerton




Tiny Tomatoes

Friday, August 11

10—11 am

Ages 3-5


Get your little “tomato toddlers” pumped up for Tomato Art Fest! Join us

for a story, craft, and a stroll out to our teaching garden.


Our tiny lil’

Hummingbirds

Friday, August 11

6—7 pm

All ages


Hummingbirds are very unique in the bird-world and are more active in late

summer. We'll be on the lookout and discuss a few things about the birds,

their migration, and what makes them so interesting while relaxing on the

back porch.

Leader: John Michael Cassidy and Nature Center staff

Opening Reception for

by Jordan Martin

Friday, August 11

7—9 pm

All ages

No registration

Martin's work investigates patterns and structures in nature and the

subtleties of the urban environment. His work is grounded in process which

brings together notions of time, memory and materiality. The investigations

of nature and the urban are then filtered through this process to create

abstractions. Exhibit will run until the end of August

Body Works

Saturday, August 12

10—11 am

Ages 18+







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Eclipse

Countdown!!!

Saturday, August 12

1—3 pm

All ages

No registration

The Eclipse is almost here and it’s not too late to learn about the

phenomenon before the big day arrives! On August 21, 2017 Nashville and

many other areas of the United States are in store for a spectacular event….

A FULL SOLAR ECLIPSE!!!! Learn more about the upcoming event, the

best way to watch it safely, and more. Open House style.


Crafting

for Wildlife

Tuesday, August 15

6:30—8:30 pm

All ages


Ever wonder how you can help animals in your own backyard? Join us as

we craft and decorate shelters for animals you see (or don't see) living in

your backyard. Create your own toad abode for your garden or build

something exciting and enriching to the lives of animals residing at

Tennessee's own Walden's Puddle Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

Leader: Julie Henry

Wednesday, August 16

2—3 pm

All ages


Join us for an after-nap story time. The program will focus on things that

live in the park. After our story, we will explore around the nature center

campus.


Insects in

the Meadow

Saturday, August 19

10—11 am

All ages


The meadows in Shelby Bottoms have insects flying and crawling all over

native wildflowers late into summer and early fall: goldenrod, ironweed,

milkweed, sunflowers, etc. Join us for a short walk around the nature center

to search for insects. Leader: John Michael Cassidy

Passionflower

Party

Saturday, August 19

11 am—12 pm

All ages


Aside from being our state wildflower, the passion flower is an extremely

unique plant! We will learn about the interesting history of this flower, go

visit it in the park, and even sample some fare made from its yummy fruit.

Leader: Sarah Gilmore




Storytime

“Abstractions

of Nature”




National Honey

Bee Day

Saturday, August 19

1—3 pm

All ages

No registration

Drop by the nature center during this 2 hour open house for a chance to

learn more about honey bees and their important role in nature! You can

view our honey bee hives, sample local honey, and take home some

literature that can help you get more familiar with keeping honey bees and

the benefits it provides.

Leader: Christie Wiser and SBNC staff


Saturday, August 19

6—10 pm

All ages

Tickets required

$12 in advance

$15 at the door

$5 under 20

Under 12 free






Wine Merchant and many local food vendors. Musicians are invited to


and jam the night away. July features 50 Shades of Hay and Justin Hiltner

Band. For more info-http://www.friendsofshelby.org/pickin_parties

Total Eclipse of the Sun Party!

Monday, August 21

11:58 am - 2:54 pm

All ages


Parking will be limited

This will be a once-in-a-lifetime event for many! Nashville hasn't seen a

total solar eclipse since 1478 and another isn't due until 2566. That makes it

a once-in-several-lifetimes event if traveling isn't involved. Nashville is

also the largest city fully in the path of totality. If our city wasn’t hot

enough right now! So come join us to view this breathtaking natural

phenomenon of the heavens. We'll have safety glasses, a few activities

going on, a guided viewing opportunity, and plenty of space to bring your

blanket and lunch to share this historic event together! Please note this

event will be cancelled for cloudy conditions but park will still be open.

For more info—http://www.visitmusiccity.com/eclipse/learn

Bike Ride:

Birds of the Night

Wednesday, August 23

6:30—8 pm

Ages 12+


Join us for a tour of Shelby Bottoms at dusk on two wheels. We will be in

search of birds active at dusk and after the sun goes down: swifts,

nighthawks, hawks, owls, etc. Helmet required.


Wonderful

(or Wicked!)

Weather with

the NWS

Saturday, August 26

10—11 am

All ages


Join us here at SBNC with our special guest, Meteorologist Krissy Hurley,

from the Nashville office of the National Weather Service. She will teach

us a bit about wonderful weather phenomena in our area, and about wicked

severe weather too! We'll do fun experiments to learn HOW the weather

works!

Puppy Pageant Saturday, August 26

1—2:30 pm

All ages


Mirror-mirror on the wall, who is the fluffiest of them all?!? The “dog days

of summer” are here and we are celebrating one of the things we love most

about the park… DOGS! We will have several categories for the pups to

showcase themselves in. Stay tuned to social media for more info as the

event nears. Consider yourself warned! Cuteness to come!

Leader: Christie Wiser and SBNC staff




It’s Heeeeeeeeere!!


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