If you, like me, are always saying, “We really should get to Cheekwood more,” I’m about to give you a whole pack of reasons to go — and that reason is DOGS. Throughout August, Cheekwood’s Thursday Night Out welcomes all dogs on leashes. Add bars, music, lawn games and half-priced admission! Go set up shop at the big tree table near the entrance for maximum canine cuddles. Westminster’s got nothing on Nashville. ASHLEY BRANTLEY

