Come celebrate the “Community of Many Faces,” from November 1-30, 2008, an annual celebration of the diverse cultures and communities of Nashville, with multi-cultural musical and dance performances, puppet shows, craft workshops, book talks and story hours, movies, and entertainment by local performers. All events are family friendly, free and open to the public. For more information, call Downtown Public Library at (615) 862-5800 or visit www.library.nashville.org

It’s the “Season of Celebration,” a holiday wonderland of decorations, storytelling, cookie decorating, multi-cultural activities, and musical performances. The event is scheduled from November 28, 2009 to January 4, 2009. For more information, call Cheekwood Botanical Gardens & Museum of Art at (615) 356-8000 or visit their website at www.cheekwood.org.

Nashville’s most celebrated tradition is back. Come celebrate “A Country Christmas” with live music, carriage rides, craft shows, photos with Santa and nearly 2 million Christmas lights. It’s everything Christmas at Gaylord Opryland Hotel! Event is scheduled from November 12, 2008 to January 2, 2009. For more information, call the Gaylord Opryland Resort at (888) 999-Opry or visit www.gaylordhotels.com.