Bring your furry friend this Saturday, January 11th from 12PM - 2PM and kick off the New Year with Pet Supplies Plus’ special Resolution Event! Take the FREE Hills L.O.V.E. test for a chance to win free pet food and grab some tasty samples for your pup while you are here. Plus, enjoy some special event deals on play-on toys!

Good morning mt juliet! The new year is here! Which makes me think…what is it going to bring? Better health? More wealth? Maybe a new skate center? Regardless, we are pumped to enter into this new year with you.

In today’s mt juliet buzz:

🐝Exclusive Honky Tonk Creamery UPDATE
🐝New Year - New Financial Goals with Nathan Haas
🐝Trivia, Tournaments & Princess Paint Parties!

+so much more

Ladies and gentlemen…let’s get to it!

-Alex Robertson, John Hitch, and Amber Hitch

🐝mt juliet buzz

Honky Tonk Creamery UPDATE

We’ve been anxiously awaiting the opening date of this great space coming to MJ! If you remember from our reporting a few months ago, the business formerly known as Sweet Cece’s is getting a complete overhaul - and we’re here for it! Think of your favorite downtown honky tonk, but make it family friendly and easily accessible and withOUT all the parking hassles. Grand Opening is set for Friday, January 24th! Follow their Instagram and Facebook for more details!

Country Music Hall of Fame

Got the winter blues and need to bust out? You’re in luck. During the month of January, The Country Music Hall of Fame is offering a “Pay what you want” admission for all local residents (Wilson County included). Still worried about parking? PMC is providing $10 parking for locals who visit the museum between 9am and 5pm at the Walk of Fame Park Garage. Click here for more info to plan your trip today!

🐝Business Spotlight

It’s that time of year where gyms become a little extra crowded with new year’s resolutioners and we all start thinking about how we can course correct on the errors we’ve made, and hold ourselves accountable to our new goals. But what if we treated our wallets and bank accounts (that more than likely took a beating over the holidays) the same way?

Hello! My name is Nathan Haas, I am a long time mt juliet buzz subscriber and a Financial Coach right here in Lebanon, TN. I take a realistic approach (no eating only rice and beans here) to helping people take the stress out of their finances, take control of their money, and finally start enjoying life.

One thing I have learned from my time as a Financial Coach is that MORE money doesn’t mean LESS financial problems. I work with people who make $30,000 a year and some who make over $200,000 a year, but they still have the same exact struggles. So no matter what position you’re currently in, I can assure you there is hope!

My 3 biggest tips for improving your finances are:

1. Create a realistic financial plan & budget

2. Automate as much as possible

3. Balance your credit card (pay it every single time you use it)

And similar to any fitness goals you may have, the hardest part is starting! So to help you here is a FREE copy of my Blueprint to Financial Freedom template: FREE BPFF – Haas Trade. I use this for all of my clients to help them build a solid foundation for achieving financial freedom.

If you would like to learn more about how financial coaching may benefit you, use the following link to schedule your FREE educational session with me here: Select a Date & Time - Calendly or check out my website here: Financial Coaching – Haas Trade. I hope you all have a very blessed 2025 and best of luck in ALL of your New Year’s resolutions!

🐝Local Businesses!

Win 4 free Ad Spots for your business!

We have a questionnaire for local businesses. If you run a local business, no matter how big or small, we would love for you to fill out this questionnaire. Fill it out all the way and be entered in for a chance to win 4 free ad spots.

🐝This Week’s Events 

Euchre Tournament - CP Between the Lakes - Tuesday, January 7th - 6PM - 8PM

Looking for something to do tonight? Head over to CP Between the Lakes Mt. Juliet for their monthly euchre tournament! Enjoy good drinks, great food, and an even better crowd. The game starts at 6, so be sure to arrive early!

Funky Trivia - Prost & Riot - Thursday, January 9th - 7PM

Funky Trivia is back this Thursday at Prost & Riot! Gather your team and come test your knowledge for a chance to win the top prize. Trivia kicks off at 7, so arrive early to grab a bite to eat beforehand!

SINGO Night - East Nashville Beer Works - Thursday, January 9th - 6PM

East Nashville Beer Works - Wilson County is back open and ready to serve up some delicious beer and pizza! Join us this Thursday for "Singo," a fun musical twist on classic Bingo. Don’t miss out on the excitement!

Lebanon Laughs - Demeter’s Common - Friday, January 10th - 7PM

Comedian Discovery presents a hilarious showcase of talented comedians! Come out to Demeter’s Common for Lebanon Laughs on January 10th. Click the link above for ticket info and get ready for a great night!

Friday Night Live with B3 Band - Starstruck Farm - Friday, January 10th - 7:30PM

Come out to Starstruck Farm for an incredible night of live music featuring the talented B3 Band! Doors open at 7 PM, and the entertainment kicks off at 7:30 PM.

Hibbett Hall Train & History Museum - Charlie Daniels Park Community Center - Saturday, January 11th - 2PM - 4PM

Take a trip back in time and explore the era when train cars often outnumbered the local citizens and learn about Mt Juliet’s incorporation as a city in 1972 through several fascinating history exhibits. This event is FREE, so bring the family and enjoy!

Kid’s Princess Paint Party - Hammer & Stain - Saturday, January 11th - 4PM

Come out for a magical afternoon fit for your little princess! Bring your princess lover (ages 7+ preferred) and enjoy an enchanted event full of fun and creativity. Grab your gown and get ready for a day of laughter, crafts, and royal memories! Click the link above for ticket info.

TN Heat Dance Presents “Devices” - The Capitol Theatre - Saturday, January 11th - 7PM

TN Heat Dance presents "Devices," a captivating production that blends comedy, drama, and thriller with raw honesty, heartbreak, hope, and direction. Don’t miss this unique performance at the Capitol Theatre this Saturday. Click the link above for more info and to get your tickets.

The Heatherlys Live - Starstruck Farm - Saturday, January 11th - 7PM

This Saturday at The Grand Ole Barn at Starstruck Farm, catch The Heatherlys Live! Arrive a bit early to enjoy the sights before the show. Doors open at 6:30 for seating, and the music starts soon after. Don’t miss this fantastic night of live entertainment!

Friends Trivia - ML Rose - Monday, January 13th - 8PM

Were they on a break? Well, no one really knows for sure, but if you’ve got some random Friends knowledge bouncing around in your head, head over to ML Rose on Monday for their "Friends" themed trivia! It’s your chance to show off all those memorable moments from the show.

🐝What Else Is Buzzing?

1. Shriners Nashville - January 9th - 11th

2. Yoga with the Kitties - The Catio - Sunday, January 12th -10AM - 11AM

3. Nashville Fairytale Ball - Hutton Hotel - Sunday, January 12th

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🐝Volunteer Opportunity

TN Caregiver Coalition is looking for volunteers for their special Caregiver Respite Night. This event gives parents of children with special needs a much-needed break while they provide care and fun activities for their kids.

As a volunteer, you’ll be paired one-on-one with a child to ensure they have an enjoyable evening filled with engaging activities and support. Whether you’ve volunteered before or it’s your first time, your involvement will have a meaningful impact. They will provide training from 4-5 PM, and dinner will be served before the event starts!

Sign up today to help us give these hardworking parents a well-deserved night off. Your support makes all the difference!

🐝MJ Help Center

Items needed at the Mt Juliet Help Center this week are SHAMPOO and SUGAR. Please drop these off at the MJ Help Center Monday - Friday from 8:30AM to 12:30PM or place them in the Second Harvest Food barrels outside of either MJ Kroger!

🐝Photo of the Week

See - there’s still some undeveloped land left in MJ! This photo was taken on a local farm. Submit your photos to be featured in a future issue to [email protected]!

🐝Poll Results

Last week’s poll asked how would you like to see our community grow in the new year?

More local restaurants won!

But here were some interesting replies…

"Trader Joes. More healthy options."

"Things for families to do…like escape rooms, bowling alley, skating, arcade. It’s all restaurants and retail for entertainment. We would love to support MJ with these businesses. Currently, we go to surrounding areas to find these activities."

"Things for teens to do. Arcade, bowling, skate center, some activities to keep them entertained and out of trouble."

"No more housing... More focus on our schools like it used to be."

"Actual completion of the new community center."

"Widening South Mt Juliet Rd and widening Lebanon Rd towards Lebanon."

🐝MJ Weekly Poll

🐝MJ Real Estate Update

New year, new market? Only time will tell! As of right now, Mt Juliet is still sitting below 3 months of inventory, which is far from the 5-6 months we need for a more balanced market. Homes are still selling near their listing price, a sign of a strong market, but it's important to note that many sellers are offering concessions towards buyers' closing costs. The median sales price in Mt Juliet continues to rise, largely driven by the new construction market. While things are still holding steady, we'll be keeping an eye on how the market shifts throughout the year.

If you have any questions about the real estate market here in Mt Juliet or anywhere else in Middle TN, feel free to reach out. I'd love the opportunity to earn your business!

-John Hitch | Benchmark Realty LLC

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🐝MJ Mortgage Update  

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-Alex Robertson with Go Rascal Mortgage
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We're embarking on an exciting adventure, and as we grow, we know there'll be some bumps along the way. If you've got any support or suggestions to offer, we'd love to hear from you! Just shoot us an email at [email protected].

Your input is invaluable, and don't forget to spread the word to your friends and family. Let's grow together and bring the buzz to even more folks in Mt Juliet.