Good morning, Mt Juliet. During this heat wave, let’s remember how miserable we are in February when it’s 35 degrees, grey and gloomy, and knowing we got another 60 days before its warm. This helps me stay positive when I start sweating just walking out to get the mail. Stay cool and safe :)

In today’s mt juliet buzz:

🐝Plans for old police headquarters
🐝Thank you for being a friend
🐝So many chances to catch live performances

Ladies and gentlemen….let’s get to it!

-Alex Robertson, John Hitch, and Amber Hitch

🐝mt juliet buzz🐝

Mt Juliet Senior Center collabs with Parks & Rec

The Board of Commissioners is looking into turning the soon to be old police headquarters into a shared space for both the Senior Activity Center (during the day) and the Parks Department during the evening hours. Seems like a good use of space to us!

Thank ya for being here!

Not necessarily another buzzworthy paragraph for ya this week, but taking the opportunity to say THANKS FOR BEING HERE! We have run into several of you out and about, or heard from you via email that you like what we’re doing - and that means the world to us! As local parents, we’re in the thick of some end of summer fun, and also want to make sure we’re only bringing you “news” we deem buzzworthy, not just a bunch of filler. Hope you respect this part of our newsletter as much as we do.

🐝This Weeks Events🐝

Rock Out on the Lake & Win at Scoreboard Cedar Creek - Wednesday, July 17th - 5PM - 7PM

Who wants to ROCK! Come on out to Scoreboard Cedar Creek and join host Matt Murphy for your chance to win a pair of suite tickets at Nissan Stadium. Each pair includes a parking pass, food, and drinks valued at up to $1,000! Must be present to win.

Fiddler on the Roof at Capitol Theater - runs Thursday, July 18th - 28th

Come out to the Historic Capitol Theater in Lebanon to see the classic "Fiddler on the Roof." Tickets can be purchased online at the link above.

Mean Girls Jr at Dynamic Ballroom & Performing Arts - Thursday, July 18th - 20th

You know what is super fetch? Dynamic Ballroom & Performing Arts will be performing "Mean Girls Jr" over the next week. Some dates have already sold out, so double-check the link above for date, time, and availability.

Summer Block Party at Just Love Coffee - Saturday, July 20th

What's better than Just Love Coffee? How about a "Just Love Summer Block Party"? Come out and enjoy delicious drinks, a face painting artist, balloons from The Balloon Guy, music from a local DJ AND lots of promotions and giveaways!

2nd Annual Gearhead & Gardens Car, Truck, Bike & Jeep Show - Saturday, July 20th - 8AM

The 2nd annual Gearheads & Gardens Car, Truck, Bike & Jeep Show benefiting Makers FARMacy is here! Head to the famous Snow White Drive-In on Main St in Lebanon, Tennessee, and don't miss out on their delicious cheeseburgers.

Music In the Grove at Breedens Orchard - Saturday, July 20th - 6:30PM - 8:30PM

Come out and celebrate two anniversaries at the same time! Both Breeden's Orchard and Shiloh Music are celebrating 50 years with a free event, Music in the Grove. This is the perfect family outing set against one of the most scenic spots in town. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, relax, and watch the sunset while enjoying live performances by talented singer-songwriters Olivia West and Andy May.

Three Dogs Bakery Ice Cream Social - Sunday, July 21st - 12PM - 3PM

Three Dog Bakery is hosting a sweet event this summer. Come on out Sunday from 12-3 for an ice cream social with your furry friend.

🐝Looking Ahead🐝

*a new section we’re trying out where we share events a little further away you might want to add to your calendar or get tickets before they sell out!

Finding Nemo Jr at Dynamic Ballroom & Performing Arts - Wednesday, July 24 - Saturday, July 27th

Bach to Rock Parents Night Out - Kids 11 - 14 - Saturday, July 27th

Playhouse 615 presents Sordid Lives - July 26th - August 11th

Herostock 2024 at Farm Bureau Exposition Center - Saturday, August 3rd

🐝What Else Is Buzzing?

1. Def Leopard & Journey with Steve Miller Band at Nissan Stadium - July 20th

2. Cirque Du Soleil Song blazers at TPAC - through July 28th

3.  Sebastian Maniscalco at Bridgestone Arena - July 21

🐝Volunteer Opportunity 🐝

Join Retrieving Independence and make a meaningful impact by becoming a puppy raising volunteer! Help us transform lives and communities through the love, hope, and dignity fostered by the human-animal bond. With a variety of volunteer opportunities and commitment levels, you can bring a dog into your home, experiencing the joy of raising a future service dog without the long-term commitment of pet ownership – no experience required! Join us in transforming lives from Mt Juliet and beyond. Together, we can make a difference one puppy at a time!

🐝Community Help🐝

Can’t get your items to donate to the Mt Juliet Help Center during their office hours of Monday - Friday from 8:30 - 12:30? Food and toiletry donations can be dropped off or left in the Second Harvest barrels located near Customer Service at both Mt Juliet Kroger locations. Financial donations can be made via PayPal or Venmo (links on website) or mailed to us at PO Box 719, Mt. Juliet TN 37121. Even the smallest of donations makes a big difference to a family right here in our community, and we appreciate every contribution that comes our way! 

🐝Photo of the Week🐝

This week’s photo of the week was taken at a farm at Clemmons and Davis Drive and submitted by Sara Sinclair. Submit your photos to be featured in a future issue to [email protected]!

🐝MJ Weekly Poll🐝

🐝MJ Real Estate Update🐝 

The real estate market in Mt Juliet, TN, continues to evolve with some notable changes. New listings are down 13% from last year, with a total inventory increase of 21%, reflecting a growing market. The median sale price has increased by 6% to $605,000, showcasing strong property values. While active inventory has grown by 22%, new contracts are down by 33%, indicating a shift in buyer activity. If you're curious about your home's value or want access to upcoming listings, feel free to reach out, I would 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 always welcome feedback

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 Juli