Fridays and Saturdays – Grand Ole Opry
Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every weekend and on Tuesdays March - December. Since 1925, country’s best have mesmerized audiences at the Opry, the show that made country music famous. While performances from both legendary entertainers and the latest country music acts are the norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Keith Urban, Josh Turner, Craig Morgan, Diamond Rio, Marty Stuart, Steve Wariner, Charley Pride, the Oak Ridge Boys, and more For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

Daily – General Jackson Riverboat Cruises
This 300 foot paddle wheel riverboat is one of the largest showboats in the country. A beautiful two-story Victorian Theater located in the center of the boat hosts live music shows. In the evenings, cruise with the General Jackson and enjoy the show Country Music USA while savoring a delectable Southern dinner. For tickets, visit generaljackson.com or call 615-458-3900.

Through June – Chet Atkins, Certified Guitar Player
Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, 222 5th Ave. S. Chet Atkins, besides being one of the most prolific guitar players in any genre, was also a talented producer and successful executive as well. This exhibit showcases memorabilia from his long career, including many Gretsch and Gibson guitars, as well as film screenings, live performances by artists influenced by Atkins, and panel discussions. For more information, see countrymusichalloffame.org

February 2-4 – 31st Annual Heart of Country Antiques Show
Gaylord Opryland Resort, 2800 Opryland Dr. This popular antiques show presents over 150 quality dealers, exclusive exhibits and special guest speakers. On Thursday night from 6:00 - 9:00p.m., there is a Champagne Preview Party where, for $60 in advance or $65 at the door, guests may get first buying opportunities while enjoying a buffet and live music. The cost of the Preview Party also includes admission for every day of the show. Friday morning at 8:30a.m. for $25, guests may attend the Earlybird Walking Tour, an expert-guided tour of the show. Tickets for each day are $10. There is free parking in Lot E, with a shuttle to the door. Hours are Friday, 10:00a.m. - 8:00p.m. and Saturday, 10:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. For information, call (314) 962-8580 or see the website at heartofcountry.com.

February 2, 11, 18 and 25 – Black History Month Celebrations at The Hermitage
The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel's Lane. During the month of February, The Hermitage offers four programs at the Andrew Jackson Visitor Center celebrating black history. The offering February 2 at 7:00p.m. is A Celebration of Music, in which the 15th Avenue Baptist Church Musical Director Brandon Boyd leads a celebration of African-American musical tradition. February 11 at 1:00p.m., the program is Genealogy, in which John Baker, author of The Washingtons of Wessyngton Plantation, will discuss his research into the genealogy of his family, dating back to enslavement at the Wessyngton Plantation, and give tips to people interested in tracing the genealogy of families who were enslaved. On February 18 at 1:00p.m., Honor presents a ceremony to honor the enslaved community at The Hermitage at the Enslaved Memorial. The last event of the month is Freedom which takes place on February 24 at noon. Representatives from the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati, Ohio will join us as The Hermitage is named as a Freedom Station, along with a discussion of the Underground Railroad in Nashville. All programs are free to the public. For more information, call (615) 889-2941 or see the website at thehermitage.com.

February 4, 7, 14, 21, 23, 25 and 27 – Nashville Predators Home Games
Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. The Predators play games at home February 4 vs. the St. Louis Blues, February 7 vs. the Vancouver Canucks, February 14 vs. the Chicago Blackhawks, February 21 vs. the Vancouver Canucks, February 23 vs. St. Louis Blues, February 25 vs. the San Jose Sharks and February 27 vs. the Los Angeles Kings. All games begin at 7:00p.m.. For single game tickets, call ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000, or go to www.ticketmaster.com. You may also purchase tickets at the Sommet Center Box Office, open 10:00a.m. - 5:00p.m., Monday - Saturday. For more information, see the team site at predators.nhl.com.

February 4 – Architecture Tour of the Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. Stroll around the Frist Center and learn more about the landmark building from one of the always-engaging docents. Constructed between 1933 and 1934, during the throes of the Great Depression, the former post office is a prominent Nashville architectural treasure from the Art Deco period. The tour begins at 4:30p.m. Admission is $10 for adults; $7 for college students with ID, seniors over 65 and active military with ID and $8 for groups. Open 10:00a.m. - 5:30p.m. Monday - Wednesday; 10:00a.m. - 9:00p.m. (Martin ArtQuest closes at 5:30p.m.) Thursday and Friday; 10:00a.m. - 5:30p.m. Saturday and 1:00 - 3:00p.m. Sunday (café opens at noon). For more information, call (615) 244-3340 or see the website at fristcenter.org

February 4 – Nashville Predators Fangtastic 5k Run/Walk
Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Get rid of the winter blues and remain true to your New Year's resolutions by participating in Adventureworks' 5K race. Registration is online, or from 7:30-9:30a.m; race begins at 10:00a.m. Later on that night at 7:00p.m., join the rest of Smashville as they cheer the Predators on in a game against the St. Louis Blues. Adventureworks will provide a $20 voucher for all Fangtastic 5k registrants and a $30 voucher for all Adventure 5k registrants that can be used to pay for any Adventureworks activity. Ticket vouchers will be included in your race packet and can be redeemed for one of the following games at Bridgestone Arena box office: February 4th, 7th, and 14th. Additional tickets may be purchased for $25. Entry fees are $40 (includes T-shirt and game ticket) if you register before February 3; $45 for day of race, which includes game ticket only. For more information please contact the event director at sweaver@nashvillepredators.com

February 5 – Zooperbowl
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Nolensville Rd. The Nashville Zoo's annual warm-up to the Super Bowl offers half price admission: $7 for adults; $4.50 for children 2-12; $6 for seniors 65 or older and no admission for children ages 2 and younger. Certain zoo residents, namely cougars, Bengal tigers, zebras, eland, red panda and clouded leopards, love the colder weather and are much more active during this time of year. The Zoo's gift shop, concession stands and Jungle Gym playground will also be open during Zooperbowl. For more information, call (615) 833-1534 or go to the zoo's website at nashvillezoo.org.

February 10-12 – 22nd Annual Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville
601 Commerce St. One of the most prestigious antique and garden shows in the country, The Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville brings together over 150 nationally and internationally renowned experts and exhibitors in the fields of antiques, decorative arts, and landscape design. There is a Preview Party Thursday night, February 9, from 6:30 - 9:30p.m. for $175 ($200 at the door), with advance purchasing available. Group sales and special packages are also available. Lecture prices are $50 for the lecture series and one day's admission or $100 for the lecture series and a run-of-show pass. Lecturers include Miles Redd, an interior designer whose style is characterized by a playful mix of high and low, emboldened by color and modern gestures but grounded in practicality; and Nancy Goslee Power, a landscape architect whose ability to marry unique landscape palettes to spatial functionality has won her many awards, as well as praise from industry professionals such as Frank Gehry. Hours are 10:00a.m. - 7:00p.m., Friday and Saturday and 11:00a.m. - 5:00p.m., Sunday. Tickets to the exhibition are $10 in advance (before February 9), $15 per day or $30 for a three-day pass and $5 for tickets to the raffle, and are available by calling (615) 352-9064 or 1-800-891-8075 or online at antiquesandgardenshow.com.

February 10 – 5th Annual Art for Animals
Tinney Contemporary Gallery, 237 5th Ave. N. Nashville Paw Foundation sponsors this art auction, which features a complimentary wine and beer bar, paired with gourmet cheeses and cupcakes. Over 25 pieces of original local artwork will be showcased and sold at live auction, including paintings, glasswork, pottery, multi-media and more. In addition, the silent auction will offer some wonderful gift ideas, ranging from dinner and entertainment packages, salon baskets and artisan jewelry to boutique pet items. Admission is a $30 donation in advance (via the paypal button on the site nashvillepaw.com) through February 3rd. After that, tickets will only be available for a $40 cash donation at the door, as space allows. Parking is on the street or $5 lot parking courtesy of Premier Parking at 501 Church St., at the corner of Church and 5th. 100% of the event proceeds go to the Spay and Neuter efforts of the Nashville Paw Foundation to help create the healthiest pet population possible in Davidson County, as well as decrease the number of stray animals who are euthanized. The event begins at 7:00p.m. For more information, see the website nashvillepaw.com.

February 18 – 2012 Polar Plunge: Freezin' for a Reason
Nashville Shores , 4001 Bell Rd. Prove just how far you will go for a good cause: register by yourself or with a group of friends to take the Plunge, collect at least $50 in donations per person to the Special Olympics of Tennessee, and make a mad dash into the bracing waters of Percy Priest Lake at Nashville Shores. Hours are 1:00-3:00p.m. Don't forget to create an appropriately outlandish outfit for the occasion. To register, get further information, or see photos and video of past Plunges, go to specialolympicstn.org. Phone (615) 329-1375.

February 24 – 5th Annual Three Blind Vines
Liberty Hall, The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN. Last year’s theme, “1920s Speakeasy", was so popular that it is being continued for this year. Costumes are encouraged. The event gives guests the opportunity to taste different brands of French wines. Two of the bottles brought by each team will be opened for tasting; the "repeat" bottle will be put aside as part of the Grand Prize. Tickets are $30 per person ($40 at the door), and you must bring 3 bottles of wine per team (1 bottle of French red, 1 bottle of French white, and 1 repeat of either of these wines). Tickets will be available for pickup at the will-call table the night of the event. All proceeds go directly to save the Franklin Theatre. A team is any grouping of 1-3 people. Admission includes entertainment, food from local restaurants and chefs, and a cleansing bottle of water for each person during the tasting. There will also be a silent auction, and a cash bar for beer lovers. Arrive at 6:00p.m. to turn in your wines, and taste and vote from 7:00-8:30p.m. After the live auction from 8:30p.m. – 9:00p.m., the grand prize winners and silent auction bid winners are announced at 9:00p.m. For more information, see the website threeblindvines.com.