News & Events

  • February 03, 2010

    Tickets are available for How About Dinner and a Movie by calling 615-517-2896 or 615-242-3576, ext. 234.  For more information about the event, click on News and Events at the top of the home page and click on How About Dinner and a Movie!

  • January 11, 2010

    As a partner in a citywide effort to bring people in from the recent frigid weather, Park Center's Homeless Outreach Team and volunteers spent the weekend contacting people and transporting them to area shelters and churches.  In addition to finding 118 people, 4 dogs and 2 cats shelter, they handed out countless blankets and warm clothing to support those who did not want to come inside.  We are grateful for their work and dedication!

  • January 11, 2010

    How About Dinner and a Movie? is set for Thursday, February 25th at the Historic Belcourt Theatre!  Chaired by Barbara Daane, this event has a twelve year tradition of gathering people who want to support recovery for mental illness and raising much needed dollars to support Park Center's mission.  Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased by calling Beverly at 615-517-2896.  Don't miss it!

  • January 11, 2010

    If you have gently used furniture that you would like to donate, please contact Becky at 228-1164 to arrange pick up.  Our members are in need of sofas, end tables, living room chairs, dining room sets and dressers/chests.  Thank you for your continued support!!

  • November 24, 2009

    Daniela Taylor, Park Center South's Food Service Coordinator, received the highest award given by the American Red Cross on Tuesday, November 24th.  The Presidential Lifesaving Award of Merit for saving a life was presented by Nashville Area Red Cross CEO, Tim Ryerson.  This action exemplifies the highest degree of concern for one human being for another who is in distress.

  • November 05, 2009

    In honor of Mental Health Awareness Week, Park Center South will host a piano performance by Nashville Symphony member, Roger Wiesmeyer, on Friday, November 20th at 11:00.  He will be performing a Mozart sonata in three movements.  The concert is free and open to anyone who wishes to attend.  Lunch will be served at 12:00 for a cost of $1.35.  Reservations for lunch can be made by calling Beverly Grant at 615-242-3576 or by emailing beverly.grant@parkcenternashville.org.

  • October 22, 2009

    1 in 6 adults and almost 1 in 10 children suffer from a diagnosable mental illness. Yet, for many, the stigma associated with the illness, can be as great a challenge as the disease itself. This is where the misconceptions stop. This is where bias comes to an end. This is where we change lives. Because this is where we Bring Change 2 Mind.

    Check out Ron Howard and Glenn Close as they work to change minds about mental illness.

  • October 05, 2009

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  • September 17, 2009

    The 13th Annual How About Dinner and a Movie event is set for Thursday, February 25, 2010 at the historic Belcourt Theatre. Barbara Daane, who has chaired the event since its inception, will be leading the committee to make it the very best year! Kates Fine Catering will provide a magical gourmet meal and along with a movie premiere, Park Center will offer a unique silent auction for our guests.

  • September 17, 2009

    Park Center South recently welcomed Mitchell Korn from the Nashville Symphony as guest leader of our drum circle.  Led by Park Center staff member Mark Horn, Park Center members voted on the name "The Rhythm Beaters" for the group and they are looking forward to a time when they can perform in the community.  If you listen very carefully, you can hear The Rhythm Beaters every Friday afternoon practicing for their debut!