On Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011, some of the country's best songwriters will join country music superstar Gretchen Wilson for the Third Annual "MCA's Music at the Mill." Tickets for the event are on sale now - great for Christmas gifts! Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available by calling 615-444-2678 or online sales are available at http://www.mcclainchristian.org/mca-store/online-tickets.

The star-studded line-up is hosted by Wilson County's own Gretchen Wilson ("I Got Your Country Right Here," "Work Hard, Play Harder," "All Jacked Up," "Here for the Party," and "Redneck Woman"). Performers include some of music's most accomplished and wide-ranging talents.

The venue features two seating opportunities: Section A "VIP" - $125 - includes mix & mingle with artist, dinner, gift bag, preferred parking and upfront seating. Section B - $50 - is table seating with dinner plates available. The event will be held at The Mill, located at 300 North Maple Street in Lebanon, and doors open at 6:30 p.m.

"MCA is so fortunate to have talented and fabulous artists join in our MCA's Music at the Mill event line-up," stated Donna Shaffer, Director of Schools for McClain Christian Academy. "We thank these legendary artists who are graciously giving their time to make the school's event a success. We are grateful for their involvement and look forward to an unforgettable evening."

Performances include yesterday's hits and tomorrow's #1 smashes - straight from the tunesmiths who crafted them. The one consistent thread of the evening is its definitely entertaining, always inspiring, funny, and crosses all stylistic borders from many multi-platinum international hits. Tickets are limited, so purchase early, and then get ready for an intimate evening and an up-close and personal experience that is always a crowd pleaser.

Aaron Tippin, a country music legend and a crusader for working men and women across America, will headline an exciting concert set for Nov. 13 at The Mill in Lebanon. Tippin will be joined by local National Guardsman Darby Ledbetter, best known for his song "I Won't Let My Guard Down," and talented newcomer Nathan Young.

Tippin, a proud Middle Tennessee resident, stormed onto the country music scene in 1990 with the mega-hit, "You've Got to Stand For Something." In the years that followed, Tippin quickly became known for his honest lyrics and impassioned vocals, building a large and devoted audience with such singles as "There Ain't Nothing Wrong with the Radio," "My Blue Angel," "For You I Will," "Kiss This" and "Where The Stars and Stripes and the Eagle Fly." Tippin has seen five of his albums certified as 'Gold' and a sixth, Between the Lines, reach 'Platinum' status.

The upcoming concert will be presented by a newly formed local musical event promotion group called Vision Music, Inc. Founded by John Mires and Caleb Brock, the new company intends to coordinate, promote and execute musical events at both the regional and national levels.

Brock, a graduate of both Mt. Juliet High School and Cumberland University, said he and Mires are ecstatic to hold their first major event in Wilson County and to be able to showcase talents such as those of Tippin, Ledbetter and Young. Brock described Young as "a 17-year-old country newcomer with loads of talent."

"We're excited to team up with The Mill and WANT Real Country FM 98.9 to make this happen," Brock said of the Nov. 13 show.

Tickets for the concert will go on sale on Oct. 1 and may be purchased at www.visionmusicinc.com. The show kicks off at 6:30 p.m., and doors open at 5:30 p.m.

The Sudekum Planetarium inside the Adventure Science Museum is not just for education any more. Running now through September 4, 2010 the planetarium is offering a series of laser light shows sure to entertain the whole family. With music offerings from Michael Jackson, various techno artists, U2, Pink Floyd, and 80's Music there is something for everyone. Who would think that such excitement could be drawn from a little music and a choreographed light show but this is much much more. The show is an event and one not soon to be forgotten.

The Sudekum Planetarium Summer Light Series offers an experience that is unlike anything you have seen before. You enter to a filled auditorium and as you sit back the lights dim. You can feel the excitement building. The announcer encourages everyone to let go and enjoy themselves just as they would at an actual concert. The music starts to applause and the room literally begins to spin as you are looking up at the cosmic ceiling. The light show is something spectacular. It's not just beams of light but vibrant graphics all set to the nights musical theme. It is a night full of family oriented entertainment at an affordable $8 for non-members and $6 for museum members per show. Many enjoy the show so much they catch every new offering. It is always something different and always fun.

The Adventure Science Museum is located at 800 Fort Negley Boulevard  in Nashville. The shows are advertised for ages 9 and up and tickets are available at the door only and opens at 8:00 p.m. For complete information check out the Sudekum website at http://www.sudekumplanetarium.com/schedule/2010lasers.shtml or call (615) 862-5160. As a side note know that this type of show is not appropriate for everyone as strobe lights and special effects in laser light shows may cause seizures in some people.

As the weather heats up, the Nashville Symphony is getting out of the concert hall and heading back to Lebanon for the annual "Symphony on the Lawn" concert on Memorial Lawn at Cumberland University. Thanks to Regions Bank, there is no charge for admission to this great local event this year.

Hosted by the Cumberland University Fine Arts Council (CUFAC) and sponsored by Regions Bank and the Cracker Barrel Foundation, the Tuesday, June 15 event will see Conductor Kelly Corcoran lead the Nashville Symphony through a range of favorite selections.

Gates open at 5 p.m., and guests are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and chairs for the concert on the lawn. Food and beverages will be available for purchase, or guests may bring their own to enjoy. Pre-concert entertainment begins at 5:30 p.m., and the Nashville Symphony's performance begins at 7 p.m.