5 Backyard Games for Unforgettable Summer Fun

There is simply no better time than the summer to enjoy an outdoor activity with friends and family. The warm Middle Tennessee weather in the summer months is the perfect excuse to get outside and enjoy the fresh air while engaging in some friendly competition.

There are plenty of options for backyard games that everyone can enjoy regardless of age or skill level.

Are you looking for your next excuse to get outside and enjoy the pleasant summer weather? Here are some low-maintenance options that will provide you with hours of fun!

Bocce Ball

A beautifully simple game, bocce ball only requires a bocce ball set and a yard! Bocce sets can be found in a variety of materials from metal to

4 Crucial July Home Maintenance Tasks You Can’t Forget About

July is a month for celebration. From remembering our country’s day of independence to spending time in the summer sun at a family picnic, there’s so much to do in July. While it’s great to celebrate all month long, remember to take time out of your schedule to tend to your home.

A home requires constant maintenance in order to retain its overall value and aesthetic appearance. Should you forget to preserve your home via simple chores, you’ll find yourself in quite the predicament when your house is messy, broken, and in need of extreme repairs.

Instead of worrying about the integrity of your home, just make sure you take care of these easy home maintenance tasks in July!

Bringing Home Baby: A Guide to Babyproofing Your Home

Bringing home your bundle of joy is an exciting time in any parent’s life. However, did you remember to get your home ready for your new daughter or son? Babyproofing is a crucial part of raising a child. Remember, your baby’s safety and wellbeing is your top priority as a parent. Use these babyproofing tips in your Middle Tennessee home.

Repair All Hazards Prior to Bringing Baby Home

Before your bundle of joy is brought into the world, you should take time to identify and repair any hazards located around your home. This includes molds, water leaks, broken appliances/areas of the house, and anything that can pose a significant threat to an infant’s development and quality of life.

What Do You Need in Your Middle Tennessee Home?

Your home is your legacy. It can live on for generations if you so choose. When purchasing a new home, it’s imperative to ensure that your intended house has everything your desire — or, has the ability to eventually include those desires.

Each homeowner will have his or her own desires. Some may want a luxury patio while others simply want a quaint kitchen and a living room. The needs and desire will vary from family to family! Check out these six common home necessities.

1) Ample Storage Space

For growing families, storage space is key. As your family grows, joins new activities, goes on new adventures together, and takes on all of life’s challenges, you’ll need a place to store everything

5 Home Maintenance Tips You Can’t Forget About in June

June is well underway. Have you gotten started on these crucial home maintenance tasks? If not, make time to complete them as soon as possible!

Clean and Seal Your Deck

In the summertime, you spend a lot of time on your outdoor deck or patio. Go outside and take a good look at your deck — is it a bit dirty from the wear and tear of the previous seasons? Now is the time to clean up your deck and seal it once again.

Be sure that all of the deck furniture and decorations have been moved, and you have properly swept your entire deck. Should you choose to use a specific type of cleaner, be sure to scrub those difficult areas using cleaner and a broom. Once you’re done using cleaner, rinse

10 Rainy Day Activities You Can Do With Your Kids

You know how unpredictable the weather in Middle Tennessee can be. One minute it’s absolutely gorgeous outside, and the next it’s a torrential thunderstorm. Since school is over, the kids need something to do and keep them occupied! What do you do if they cannot go outside and you’re not a fan of letting them play video games or watch TV all day? The answer: one of these awesome rainy day activities!

1) Indoor Scavenger Hunt

This activity takes a bit of preparation to accomplish, but with just the right amount of effort you’ll have your children entertained for hours! Use prizes like:

• Stickers
• Candy
• Gold Coins
• Trinkets
• Movie Tickets
• Their Favorite Snack

Make sure the clues

4 Tips Gardening Beginners Can Use This Summer

The summer weather is finally upon us. Temperatures are rising and the weather, aside from a few storms here and there, is absolutely beautiful. If you’re like many Middle Tennessee residents, you cannot wait to get outside and tend to your garden.

If you happen to be an avid gardener, you have already started prepping and getting ready for a beautiful garden weeks ago. However, in Middle Tennessee, the temperature and weather difference between spring and summer can be drastic — especially for your flowers and other plants.

Don’t take the summer heat and the sunshine lightly! Use these tips to ensure that your garden stays beautiful all summer long.

Weed Your Garden Regularly

When

Shelbyville, Tennessee — A Hidden Gem

Tucked away in Bedford County lies beautiful Shelbyville, Tennessee. Unbeknownst to many, even those who live in Middle Tennessee, Shelbyville has a rich past and a brighter future.

If you are looking to move in the near future, perhaps your new home is located in Shelbyville!

Shelbyville’s Intriguing History

Shelbyville was incorporated in 1819, nine years after initially being laid out. Several years later, the Civil War began, and Middle Tennessee residents know exactly what that means — battles.

The Battle of Shelbyville took place after the Battle of Hoover’s Gap had ceased. After several fatalities and fights, General Bragg took charge towards Chattanooga, and General Rosecrans followed suit

PARKS Continues to Support Goodwill of Middle Tennessee Through Pick-Up Service

In an ongoing commitment to community support, PARKS is partnering with Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee for a unique pick-up service. Whether you are moving or are in charge of an estate, Goodwill will help you organize your items through a pick-up service. Our own Bob Parks kicked off our new relationship with Goodwill by scheduling the first pick-up.

How can you take advantage of this opportunity to organize your belongings and benefit your community at the same time? Keep reading to find out!

Call Goodwill When You’re Moving!

When your trusted PARKS agent has handed over the keys to your beautiful new home in Middle Tennessee, it’s time to call

5 Easy Ways to Stay Cool and Safe in the Hot Summer Heat

The hot weather is finally here! This week alone is supposed to be upwards of 90 degrees at some points. Naturally, you’ll want to spend time with family and friends enjoying the beautiful Middle Tennessee outdoors and upcoming events. However, if you’re not careful, you could end up overheated and plagued with awful sunburn. Use these tips to stay cool in the summer heat.

Hydrate!

This may seem like common sense, but you’d be surprised how many people completely forget to drink water and other healthy liquids on hot days. When spending a day at the beach or going hiking, always bring enough water for the day. Remember, soda and other sugary drinks are not a good substitution for water on