Eastwood Neighbors News

Sad to lose an Eastwood Friend - Joyce Sawyer

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:35:00 +0000

I am saddened to report that our lovely neighborhood crossing guard, Joyce Sawyer, who stood for many, many years on the corner of Greenwood Ave and Chapel Ave has passed away.

Memorial and Funeral services were held last week.

Joyce was a bit of an institution on that corner. She always had a kind word or a bit of neighborhood news to share and delighted in watching many of our neighborhood children grow.

She will be missed.

Next Meeting and Membership Drive Special

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:02:00 +0000

Meeting Announcement - Save the Date!

The next Eastwood Neighbors meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 8th at 6:30 PM in the fellowship hall at Eastwood Christian Church.

Agenda will include:

proposal to subdivide a residential lot in Eastwood for in-fill construction
updates on topics from last year
making plans for 2012 with District 6 Councilman Peter Westerholm there to gather neighborhood feedback

Please plan to attend this informative meeting and help set priorities for the new year.

Membership Drive

Speaking of the New Year, did your resolutions include:

Getting to know more neighbors
Getting involved in your community
Making your street more beautiful
Making it safer?

Eastwood Neighbors can help you achieve all of these goals!

We are having a New Year's Membership Drive Special:

When? Join between now through the February 8th meeting

What do I get? If you join or renew your membership to Eastwood Neighbors, we will include a FREE crime prevention yard sign!!

We also have replacement wires to hold your yard sign if yours have gotten bent. Come to the meeting to get your sign or replacement wires. Contact admin@eastwoodneighbors.org with any questions.

2012 Changes for the ENA Board

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:50:00 +0000

Voting for new officers and board members for Eastwood Neighbors Association occurred at the end of 2011. We have the following updates for 2012:

Brett Withers - President
Chad Grout - Vice President
Jerry Vandiver - Treasurer
Margaret Darby - Secretary

Board of Directors:
Gracie Vandiver - Communications Committee Chair

Other board member positions are still to be determined, possibly at the next neighborhood assocation meeting.

East Precinct Crime Status Meeting - Jan 19th

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 02:43:00 +0000

East Precinct Crime Status Meeting: Thursday, 01/19

Unfortunately, crime events in the East Precinct, including Eastwood, have increased in December and January. District 6 Council Representative Peter Westerholm has organized a public meeting with East Precinct Commander Imhof to be held at the East Precinct on Trinity Lane on Thursday, January 19th starting at 6:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to address your questions and to provide a status update on arrests and ongoing investigations.

As a reminder, Eastwood Neighbors has crime prevention yard signs for sale that (1) encourage neighbors to call 862-8600 to report suspicious activity and that (2) alert potential criminals that they will be reported. Contact Eastwood Neighbors at admin@eastwoodneighbors.org to get yours today! Eastwood Neighbors is also recruiting volunteers to continue the efforts of the Crime and Safety Committee in 2012.

New Places in the Hood

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:45:00 +0000

The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden - I've heard all sorts of wonderful things about this new place, that is located at 731 McFerrin. From the owners of The Holland House, The Pharmacy offers up all sorts of different kinds of burgers, brats, beer, shakes and old fashioned sodas that were created especially. Yum! They don't have a website that I know of, but they do have a pretty active facebook page.

Porter Road Butcher at 501 Gallatin Road - this artisan butcher shop offers grass fed meats, heat and eat products, veggies and other fixins as well as an array of artisan cheeses from The Bloomy Rind.

I am sure that there are lots more wonderful new places that have opened recently (and sadly others that have closed, RIP Cooper's On Porter). If you know of one that is great and want to spread the word, just shoot us an email at admin@eastwoodneighbors.org and specify that you want it to go onto the blog.

Rosebank Christmas Angels

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:32:00 +0000

Rosebank Elementary also has angels that need your help! If you can adopt an angel please call Ms. Wilson or Ms. Deborah McKeever at 615-262-6720 to get information. You can also email Ms. McKeever at deborah.mckeever@mnps.org.

East Nashville Christmas Fest - Dec 3-4

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 02:00:00 +0000

East Nashville Christmas Fest
December 3-4
510 Woodland Street

www.christmasfest.net

Come celebrate the holiday season at the Third Annual Christmas Fest! This event is sponsored by Historic East Nashville Merchants Association and hosted by Nashville First Church of the Nazarene.

This two-day festive bazaar features local merchants and the sights and sounds of the Christmas season.

Please call us at 615-690-4421 for more information.

Saturday, December 4th, 6pm

Blending a red hot horn section, along with jazz and big band roots, Denver and the Mile High Orchestra

have created a sound that is unlike any other. On December 4 at 6:00pm

Denver and the Mile High Orchestra will be in concert as part of their Timeless Christmas Tour.

Tickets are $10 per person and available at itickets.com. Children under the age of ten get in free.

Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Emmaus Ministries

of Nashville First Church of the Nazarene.

Find more information about Denver and the Mile High Orchestra at denvermho.com

2011 Christmas Angels Program To Benefit Bailey Middle School Students

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 01:58:00 +0000

Please find information below about this year's Christmas Angels program for Bailey Middle School students that is being organized by Micheal and Patty Klamann. Please consider contacting the Klamanns in order to contribute cash or gifts to this worthy program to benefit needy families in Eastwood during this holiday season.
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This year my wife and I are coordinating the Christmas Angel tree for Bailey Middle school. The need is greater then ever. Last year we sponsored 25 children in 6 fmilies from our Eastwood Neighbors middle school and we brighten the holiday for many lonely senior citizens of our community all thanks to the generous support of our friends and family.

This season we hope to do more.To do more we need your help. Here are ways you can help.
Get together with your friends,colleagues and parishioneers to sponsor a family;
Sponsor a child;
Donate an unwrapped gift;
Contribute in the form of cash,check of gift card (you can re-gift that gift card you will never use);
Suggestions -Toys for children of all ages, because brothers and sisters come in all sizes
Clothing (underwear, socks, coats, shirts, sweaters, pants, scarfs, gloves, mittens, hats, etc.); a pretty purse with some costume jewelry.

Even the smallest donation will help.

Sincerely,

Micheal and Patty Klamann
705 Setliff Place
226-5125 to leave a message
micheal@bellsouth.net

Year-End Meeting: Tuesday, December 6th, 6:30 PM at Ugly Mugs Coffee

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 01:57:00 +0000

Please plan to attend Eastwood's year-end meeting on Tuesday, December 6th at 6:30 PM at Ugly Mugs Coffee on Eastland. This will be an informal celebration of success for the year.

Looking forward to 2012, the Eastwood Neighbors Association is looking for volunteers to set goals for the neighborhood and to organize activities to achieve those goals. We will be holding elections for President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary as well as Board Members positions. Board Members typically chair or co-chair a committee such as the Codes and Zoning, Communications, Crime and Safety, Schools Liaison, and Social and Sustainability committees. Nominations will be accepted from the floor. Please e-mail admin@eastwoodneighbors.org or contact Brett Withers at (615) 427-5946 with any questions about officer or board positions.

Next ENA Meeting - Nov 8

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 23:28:00 +0000

The next Eastwood Neighbors meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 8th at 6:30 PM.

Location: Eastwood Christian Church, 1601 Eastland Ave in the Fellowship Hall

Topic: Eastwood Neighbors Conservation Overlay Expansion Proposal

Please plan to attend the next Eastwood Neighbors meeting. Some neighbors have expressed an interest in expanding the Eastwood Neighbors Conservation Overlay area. Representatives from the Metro Historic Zoning Commission will be present to discuss what a conservation overlay does and does not involve. Come learn from the experts, hear from your neighbors, and get involved in the conversation.

Rosebank Elementary Fall Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 18:21:00 +0000

Rosebank Elementary is having it's FIRST Fall Festival on October 13 from 5-7pm.

Each grade level is going to have a game for the kids to participate in, hot dogs & hamburgers & just plain loads of fun for the community!!!

We are in need of door prizes, prizes for our game booths & gift cards. Please help us out if you can!!!

If you can help with prize donation, please contact Celia Tosh at cgt51963@yahoo.com

District 6 Candidate Forum & Brush Collection

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 02:14:00 +0000

Important Upcoming Eastwood Events:

Monday, August 29th, 6:00 PM:
District 6 Candidate Town Hall Forum
Eastwood Christian Church, 1601 Eastland Ave.

Learn more about the two candidates who are running in the run-off election for the District 6 Council Seat: Dave Rich and Peter Westerholm.

Wednesday, September 1st:
Scheduled Brush Collection.

Be sure to get any remaining brush from spring storms or summer yardwork to the curb!

2011 Tomato Art Fest - Saturday Aug 13

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:35:00 +0000

www.tomatoartfest.com

Go to website to view full event schedule and happenings for the day!

Saturday, August 13

Parade 9:00 am (go to website to view route)

Festival 10:00 am-6:00 pm
with music continuing until 9:30pm

Once again, it is Tomato time in East Nashville!
Join Us For the 8th Annual

TOMATO ART SHOW

(August 13 – September 11, 2011)

VIEW THE TOMATO ART ON
Saturday, August 13, 2011
10:00am – 8:00pm

Just can’t wait to see all that fabulous tomato art?
Then come to the one & only

TOMATO ART PREVIEW PARTY!

Whole Foods Market will be there providing plenty of tasty tomato treats. Tom Laffey will also be on hand serving up his famous 19th Hole Bloody Mary’s.

A good time is sure to be had by all! Did I mention there will be PRIZES????

DATE: Friday, August 12, 2011
TIME: 6:30pm – 9:00pm
COST: $25.00 / person

SPACE IS LIMITED, so make your reservations TODAY!
Phone 615.226.2070 OR email artandinvention@earthlink.net

Metro's Citizen Police Academy taking applications

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:30:00 +0000

Nashvillians interested in learning about the inner workings of their police department and its enforcement and investigative strategies are invited to apply for the 24th session of the Citizen Police Academy, which begins its 11-week run on August 30th.

Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 6-9:30 p.m. through Nov. 15 in the community room of the Hermitage Precinct, 3701 James Kay Lane.

Class size is limited, and the deadline for applications is Aug. 19.

For more information, view entire Tennessean article HERE.

Eastwood Volunteers Needed

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 23:16:00 +0000

Eastwood Volunteers Needed for Rosebank Elementary and Fannie Battle Day Home for Children

Fanny Battle: Help with move to 108 Chapel Ave August 5th - 10th

August 4, 2011 will mark our last day of operation at 911 Shelby Avenue. Fannie Battle will be moving into our new home at 108 Chapel Avenue. Please sign up to help us move by contacting Rachel at rmartinez@fanniebattle.org. Volunteers are needed August 5-10 to help with packing, moving, cleaning, organizing, unpacking, setting up, as well as skilled labor for many other tasks. Volunteers will be needed after the move to help us get settled, make our new home truly our new home, and to help with the Natural Playscape.

Log onto Facebook at www.facebook.com/fanniebattle to see updates of the building and to track our move...

Rosebank Elementary: Help with Classroom Set-Up August 8th and 10th

Rosebank teachers could use our help setting up their classrooms next week. Stand for Children is looking to get as many hands on deck as possible to offer up help to whatever teachers may need it. We have two days we'd like volunteers for: Monday, August 8th (2-4pm) and Wednesday, August 10th (2-4pm). School starts next Thursday so we want to make sure teachers are ready and children have a welcoming environment.

If you can come one or both days, for anytime at all, we'd be so grateful. We would like folks at least between the hours of 2-4pm but you could certainly stay longer if you wanted to. Childcare will be provided so feel free to bring your children along with you if need be! RSVP to Faye at chrisandfaye@gmail.com.

Tues, Aug 2 - East Nashville Night Out Against Crime

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 16:11:00 +0000

EAST NASHVILLE NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME
TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2011, 5:00 PM

East Nashville has planned a free, fun-filled and informative event to celebrate "National Night Out" on August 2, 2011.

From 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, neighbors will gather on the lawn at Eastwood Christian Church, 1601 Eastland Avenue, Nashville, TN 37206 to hang out, enjoy free food, live music, and put a positive face on East Nashville.

National Night Out is designed to heighten crime prevention awareness, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships, and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

"The first 300 attendees to visit the welcome booth will return home with goody bags filled with crime prevention and safety tips, Smart 9-1-1 information, and a contact sheet explaining how to reach various Metro departments," says Gracie Vandiver, co-chair of Eastwood Neighbors' Crime and Safety Committee.

At the welcome booth, "prize drawing cards" will also be available to the first 300 visitors. Visit sponsor and informational booths, collect at least ten signatures from booth representatives, turn in your signed card, and be entered for a prize drawing! Among the prizes are gift cards from Watanabe Sushi & Asian Cuisine, Silly Goose, Wild Cow, Rosepepper, Wags & Whiskers Self-Serve Dog Wash, Calypso Cafe, the Green Wagon, Pied Piper Creamery, and social media coaching from Mother Knows Best Media!

East Nashville's Night Out Against Crime is organized by the Lockeland Springs and Eastwood Neighborhood Associations.

US Bank is excited to be our main event Platinum Sponsor!

Gold Sponsors are NCA Alarms, P.E.S.T., Inc., Dave Rich for District 6, Hans Schmidt - Hans For Nashville, and Peter Westerholm for District 6; Silver Sponsors include Mother Knows Best Media, Delgado Guitars, Cheveallier Design Studio, and Nashville Amp Show, and Yelp; Bronze Sponsors are Pied Piper Creamery and Barbara Brown - Independent Assoc., Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.

Visit informational booths and learn about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee, Stand For Children, Park Center, Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, Urban Green Lab, The Key Alliance, Edgefield Baptist Church, MOMs Clubs, and more. Eastwood, Lockeland Springs, the newly-formed Rosebank, and Greenwood Neighborhood Associations will all have representatives on hand.

The evening's musical lineup includes Peter Cooper and Eric Brace (5:00 pm), Rick Caballo (6:00 pm), Mare Wakefield (7:00 pm), and Jon Byrd with Byrd's Auto Parts (8:00 pm). Prizes donated by East Nashville restaurants and merchants will be given out between musical acts and Rediscover East will share news about The Next 100 Years project.

Crime prevention yard signs will be available for purchase ($10 each) through Eastwood Neighbors. Pied Piper Creamery will be selling $2 ice cream scoops. And Eastland Cafe is donating delicious food for your sampling pleasure!

There are special activities (TWO bounce houses!) planned just for children. Plus, the Davidson County Sheriff's Department is offering fingerprinting from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm to allow parents to bring home a set of their child's prints.

To learn more, please visit facebook.com/EastNashville2011NightOutAgainstCrime. And while you're there, show your support by clicking "like."

District 6 Council Candidate Forum YouTube Clips

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 19:07:00 +0000

District 6 Council Candidate Forum You-Tube Clips:

Thanks to those who attended the District 6 Council Candidate Forum on Sunday, June 26th. East Nashville businessman Jason Mallory of Redbone Entertainment (www.redboneentertainment.com) filmed the forum and has graciously provided the following YouTube clips of the event.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1q55UDniXo&feature=BFa&list=ULXzMWIAsb3fI&index=4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gRjTKGlZ4w&feature=BFa&list=ULXzMWIAsb3fI&index=5

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f41JutYkxB0&feature=BFa&list=ULXzMWIAsb3fI&index=6

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjaKMDT4Wqk&feature=BFa&list=ULXzMWIAsb3fI&index=7

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9tzipwA_lQ&feature=BFa&list=ULXzMWIAsb3fI&index=8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9n01FJweho&feature=BFa&list=ULXzMWIAsb3fI&index=9

Please review the clips and contact the candidates with any follow-up questions as you consider your vote.

Early voting starts July 15th. Regular voting takes place on August 4th.

Don't Miss These Upcoming Eastwood Events!

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:37:00 +0000

Don't miss these Eastwood events on Sunday, June 26th.

District 6 Candidate Forum, Sunday June 26 - 2-4 pm

Host: St. Ann's Episcopal Church, 419 Woodland Street

St. Ann's Episcopal Church is hosting a District 6 Candidate Forum. All Distict 6 residents are encouraged to come learn more about each of the candidates prior to the start of early voting on July 15th. Get there early for a good seat!

Sponsoring organizations include: Eastwood Neighbors, Lockeland Springs, Historic East End, Historic Edgefield, Rolling Acres, Rosebank Neighbors, ReDiscover East, and the Historic East Nashville Merchants Association. Special thanks to Redbone Entertainment www.redboneentertainment.com.

Eastwood Ensemble Concert, Sunday June 26 3:00 pm

Host: Eastwood Christian Church, 1601 Eastland Ave

The Eastwood Ensembe presents a spring concert of Menotti, bach, Faure, Bass Clairent Rags and More!

-Featuring poet Keayana Robinson of YouthSpeaks Nashville with a special green reception

-A benefit for Plant the Seed

-Admission is free but donations are encouraged

-Visit www.eastwood-ensemble.org for more information.

East Nashville Night Out Against Crime

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 22:19:00 +0000

Mark your calendar!

Event: *East Nashville Night Out Against Crime*http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif
Date: *August 2, 2011*
Time: * **5:00 p.m. - 9:00 pm*
Place: *In front of Eastwood Christian Church, 1601 Eastland Avenue,
Nashville, TN 37206*

Keep up to date on Facebook with information about entertainment,
activities, freebies, food, prizes, and sponsors.

New Food in (or near) East Nashville

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 22:46:00 +0000

Word on the street...or the East Nashville Listserve, in this case, is that there are some new restaurants nearby...yay! Who doesn't like to try new food?

El Morrow - red linen table cloths and authentic Cuban cuisine in Madison? Get the scoop on the Nashville Restaurants Blog.

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams will be opening soon as Jeni's first-ever full-size Tennessee shop at 1892 Eastland Avenue (ie Walden). Read more here.

Do you know of any more new openings? Where have you been lately that you recommend?

Next Meeting: Tuesday May 10th

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Wed, 04 May 2011 18:29:00 +0000

Come join your neighbors to learn about some exciting things that are happening in the neighborhood and in East Nashville:

-Get an update on Fanny Battle's plans for 108 Chapel, the former East Academy Building
-Learn about ReDiscover East's The Next 100 Years and 100 Days of East Nashville programs
-Help plan some fun neighborhood activities over the summer
-Enjoy treats from Almond Tree Cakes + Confections

When: May 10, 6:30 pm
Where: Eastwood Christian Church, 1601 Eastland Ave, Choir Room

Montessori East's Open House TONIGHT

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:47:00 +0000

All families, businesses & curious neighbors are welcomed to attend Montessori East's Open House this coming Monday, July 19th from 5:30-7pm. We are entering our second year as a school and offer part-time or full-time pre-K and kindergarten in our multi-age classroom. Please visit us online at www.MontEastNash.com

Montessori East
701 Porter Rd

(615) 226-4588

www.MontEastNash.com

East Nashville Night Against Crime

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:28:00 +0000

Save the Date!

East Nashville Night Out Against Crime

Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 5:30 to 8:30 PM

Walden (Wild Cow/Silly Goose/Ugly Mugs lot), Eastland at Chapel

This year’s event is coming to a new location: it will be held at the Walden Development on Eastland Avenue where Wild Cow, Silly Goose and Ugly Mugs are located. Big thanks are due to these and other East Nashville businesses who are donating space, food, and prizes. Enjoy the talents of new and returning East Nashville musicians while building a stronger neighborhood.

Where/When

-Location: Walden Development (Wild Cow/Silly Goose/Ugly Mugs) parking lot, Eastland at Chapel.

-Date/Time: Tuesday, August 3rd from 5:30 to 8:30 PM. Come for dinner! Get there early to register for door prizes.

Getting There

-Bicyclists: Bring your bike! The Nashville Bicycle Lounge will be providing extra bike racks.

-Dog walkers: Dogs are proven crime fighters. Bring them along.

-Automobiles: For those who must. The Walden lot will be closed, but offsite parking will be available.

Food and Fun

-Food: Experience a taste of East Nashville! Enjoy snacks donated by local restaurants, or enjoy a meal at Wild Cow, Silly Goose, Ugly Mugs, Eastland Café, Rosepepper or other nearby hotspots. Wild Cow will be staying open that night just for this event!

-Kids activities: A bounce house and other kids activities will be on site. Be sure to stop by the Davidson County Sheriff’s Department booth.

-Entertainment: Music will start at 5:30. The Dean Martinis are returning! Other acts TBA.

Fight Crime

-Meet and greet our East Precinct officers as well as sheriff’s deputies, fire fighters, and officials.

-Learn about local agencies and businesses that help prevent crime.

Please come out and support these businesses, our hard-working police officers, and your neighbors. Details are still developing and we’ll let you know as more are confirmed.

Visit www.eastwoodneighbors.org for updates. See you there!

Missing Dog : Pearl the Bird Dog Mix

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:51:00 +0000

Dear Friends & Neighbors,
Please keep your eye out for this missing pup. Her momma is real sad and wants her home again. She got out of the fence and has been missing for 2 days.
She's 50lbs wearing a green collar with a name tag, getmehome.com tag, st Francis tag and rabies tag. She was last seen on Broadmoor drive.
Please contact Nicole at nrmattingly@gmail.com if you have any news on this dog.

Thanks!

The Family Wash on NPT

noreply@blogger.com (Eastwood Neighbors News) — Thu, 27 May 2010 15:01:00 +0000

The beloved Family Wash will be on NPT.
Click here to read the full article