The best things to do in Manchester

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The Golffice

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The Golffice brings indoor golf sims to Tullahoma, so you can book a bay, join a league, or plan a private event with multiple bays, lounge…

1940 N Jackson St (Tullahoma)

“The Golffice brings indoor golf sims to Tullahoma, so you can book a bay, join a league, or plan a private event with multiple bays, lounge space, and catering. Memberships offer member rates, priority booking, and savings on guests and events, which is local golfer speak for more swings, less hassle.”

From the Tullahoma newsletter, September 20, 2026

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Nashboro Golf Club

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Nashboro Golf Club has been a Nashville staple since 1975, offering open public play, indoor golf simulators for rainy or steamy days,…

1101 Nashboro Blvd (Nashville)

“Nashboro Golf Club has been a Nashville staple since 1975, offering open public play, indoor golf simulators for rainy or steamy days, instruction to tune up your swing, and a full slate of MGA events. Book a tee time and make this the week your game finally behaves.”

From the Nashville newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Whether you're wrangling the kids, a work crew, or league ambitions, Donelson Plaza Strike and Spare hits the sweet spot with open bowling…

2710 Old Lebanon Pike (Nashville)

“Whether you're wrangling the kids, a work crew, or league ambitions, Donelson Plaza Strike and Spare hits the sweet spot with open bowling specials, bumper lanes, real leagues and a pro shop, Cosmic Bowling that feels like a mini club, plus parties and a solid bar and grill between frames.”

From the Nashville newsletter, September 22, 2026

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The Nashville Looks Good On You Mural is basically a citywide love note, with multiple wall-size backdrops around town that nail the 615…

2511 12th Ave S (Nashville)

“The Nashville Looks Good On You Mural is basically a citywide love note, with multiple wall-size backdrops around town that nail the 615 vibe without the touristy cringe. Grab a friend, pick a spot, snap a few, then go brag that your neighborhood just won Instagram.”

From the Nashville newsletter, August 12, 2026

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The Putting Zone

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Dial in your putting at The Putting Zone, a world class indoor par 72 course that feels like real golf, not clown mouths. Take the 160 foot…

3040 Sidco Dr (Nashville)

“Dial in your putting at The Putting Zone, a world class indoor par 72 course that feels like real golf, not clown mouths. Take the 160 foot long putt challenge, wander the Muzeum's antique putter display, then join a league or a daily tournament, and they give back with every round.”

From the Brentwood newsletter, September 24, 2026

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