May 14, 2026
Hey neighbors 👋
Welcome to this week’s What’s Up Mt. Juliet—We’re really glad you’re here.
This week’s lineup is packed with fun: a few exciting new businesses opening in town, the latest updates on the Best of MJ Chocolate Chip Cookie Quest 🍪, a brand-new restaurant review, and a roundup of can’t-miss local events around Mt. Juliet. To top it off, this week we are introducing exclusive perks just for our subscribers!
There’s a lot of good stuff happening in our town right now, and we love getting to share it with you each week.
See you around MJ,
Denise & Mike
In this week’s newsletter…
Community Corner
New In Town
Last Minute Teacher Gifts
Local Bites
Exclusive Subscriber Coupon
Best of MJ
Things to Do in Mt Juliet This Week
Weekly weather forecast
Community Corner
A New Pavilion is Coming to Veterans Park! 🏛️
The Mt. Juliet Breakfast Rotary Club is volunteering their time on May 16th to build a brand new 12x25 ft pavilion with a metal roof and four picnic tables at Veterans Park — the green space surrounding Mt. Juliet's iconic clock tower at N. Mt. Juliet Rd and E. Division St. Funded entirely through community donations, the $25,000-$30,000 project was championed by City Manager Kenny Martin to create a shaded gathering space for veterans, their families, and all Mt. Juliet residents. More park enhancements are already in the works! 🌳
New in Town
Our community continues to grow and evolve in exciting ways, and we’re here for all of it. Below is a quick look at new and upcoming businesses around town. While some may not be breaking news, they’re certainly worth keeping on your radar.
Know of a new business coming to Mt. Juliet? We’d love to hear from you—send us a note at [email protected] and we may feature them in an upcoming edition.
🍖 Jim & Nick's Bar-B-Q Mt. Juliet is getting some serious BBQ! The beloved Southern BBQ chain Jim & Nick's is opening a location near Costco on Golden Bear Gateway. If you know, you know — and if you don't, you're in for a treat!
😀 Good Clean Fun! A brand new family entertainment destination is coming to Mt. Juliet and will be located where Bargain Hunt once was. Good Clean Fun! is designed to be a safe, clean, and exciting spot where families, friends, and groups can come together to play and make some great memories. Expect arcade and redemption games, an 18-hole blacklight mini-golf course, interactive gaming experiences, and private party rooms perfect for birthdays, corporate events, and group gatherings. We can't wait! 🙌
🍕 Pizza Twist Also coming to the Costco area, Pizza Twist is adding a unique twist to the local pizza scene by blending classic pizza with bold Indian flavors. Stay tuned for more details on this exciting addition!
🍣 Rock N Roll Sushi Sushi lovers, rejoice! Rock N Roll Sushi is rolling into Mt. Juliet near Sprouts. Fresh, fun, and flavorful — we're excited about this one! 🎸
🥯 Ugly Bagel Also popping up near Sprouts, Ugly Bagel is bringing their delicious, made-from-scratch bagels right to our backyard. Breakfast just got a whole lot better, Mt. Juliet! ☀️
🍎 Last-Minute Teacher Thank You Gifts
Our teachers show up every single day with patience, creativity, and heart—and they deserve a big, heartfelt thank-you for everything they do. As the school year in Wilson County wraps up, if you’re still looking for a teacher gift, here are a few simple ideas that feel thoughtful and personal (even if you’re pulling them together at the last minute).
☕ The “Can’t Go Wrong” Gift
A coffee shop gift card + handwritten thank you note
🎯 Under $15 Favorites
✏️ Classroom Hero Gift
💌 The One Teachers Remember
A heartfelt handwritten note from your child about their favorite memory this year
Local Bites
This week, we stopped into Green Onion Deli for the first time — and let's just say, it absolutely lived up to everything we'd been hearing. The full review is below… so keep reading to see what we thought! 🥪
Exclusive Local Coupon
Best of MJ
🍪 The Great Mt. Juliet Cookie Quest — RESULTS ARE COMING! 🍪
Hey neighbors! Quick update on something sweet…
We’re on a mission to find the best chocolate chip cookie in Mt. Juliet, and your recommendations have been pouring in 🍪🔥
We’ll be sampling the top picks from hidden gems to local bakeries and crowning the official Mt. Juliet Chocolate Chip Cookie Champion 🏆
All coming soon in What’s Up Mt. Juliet. Stay tuned… it’s about to get delicious 🥛
This Week’s Line Up
Friday, May 15
📖 Story Time | Breeden’s Orchard | 10 - 11 am
Bring your little readers to Breeden’s Orchard for Story Time—a calm, cozy farm morning designed especially for toddlers and young kids
🖼 Couples Date Night | Hawaii Fluid Art | 7 - 8:30 pm
Whether it’s your first date or your 500th, this experience is a perfect way to unwind, laugh, and create something beautiful together.
🧵 Beginning Sewing Class | Nido Play Cafe | 8:30 am - 1 pm
A beginner-friendly sewing class with Sew Wilder where you’ll learn the basics of sewing while making your own tote bag from start to finish.
Saturday, May 16
👮 MJPD Blue and You Meet & Greet | Two Rivers Ford | 8 am - 1 pm
Bring the kids to meet and mingle with the MJ Police, explore a police car, and learn about the tools officers use to help keep our community safe. Enjoy free Chick-fil-A biscuits, giveaways, door prizes, and more.
🍅 Farmer’s Market | Charlie Daniels Park | 8 am - 1 pm
This event brings together local farmers, artisans, and food vendors to create a lively, welcoming community market. It’s a fun way to shop while supporting local small businesses
🚶♀ Babes & Babes 5k | Billy Goat Coffee | 9 - 11 am
Get ready for a family-friendly (women and kids) Babes & Babes 5K Walk heading to Charlie Daniels Park before looping back to complete the full 5K.
🧺 Ferrell Farms Spring Market Fest | Ferrell Farms | 9 am - 5 pm
Celebrate Spring at Ferrell Farms with a fun-filled day for the whole family, featuring fresh strawberries, local vendors, a petting zoo, kids’ activities, food, and a farm market full of seasonal favorites.
🍺 Half-Toberfest | Breeden’s Orchard | 9 am
Enjoy a two-day farm festival filled with Bavarian-inspired fun, live music, delicious food and drinks, and family-friendly games, complete with bierhalls and themed activities for all ages.
🚲 MJ Veloteers Tour Mt Juliet Red Bicycle Ride | MJ Train Station | 9 - 11 am
Join veteran commuter Sally Robertson for a scenic tour of Mt. Juliet's greenways, bike lanes, and roads less traveled — starting at the MJ Train Station and ending at the Red Bicycle Cafe.
🎵 🥂 Joel Jorgensen LIVE | Red River Nomad | 6:30 pm
Enjoy a limited-seating, Listening Room–style show that is expected to sell out, featuring Nashville artist Joel Jorgensen, a recording artist known for international touring with big-name rock bands.
🎹 Dueling Pianos with Tim Moore | Mt Juliet Sport & Social | 7:30 - 11:30 pm
Enjoy a lively night of Dueling Pianos at a local sports bar, featuring live music, singalongs, and plenty of fun.
Sunday, May 17
🍺 Half-Toberfest | Breeden’s Orchard | 9 am
Enjoy a two-day farm festival filled with Bavarian-inspired fun, live music, delicious food and drinks, and family-friendly games, complete with bierhalls and themed activities for all ages.
👑 Mommy and Me Princess Hour | Hawaii Fluid Art | 4 - 5:30 pm
This special event is designed to let your inner royalty shine — with fluid art fun, sparkly fingernails, yummy snacks, prizes, and of course… memory-making moments!
🚗 Car Show | Rack N’ Tap Bar & Grill | 11 am- 2 pm
Check out classic and custom cars while enjoying brunch and drink specials at this community event supporting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation 🇺🇸, hosted by Begley’s Hot Rods.
Tuesday, May 19
⭐ Job Fair | MJ Goodwill Career Solutions | 10 am
This is a fantastic opportunity to explore various career options and connect with potential employers from a variety of industries. Don't miss out on this chance to kickstart your career journey!
Thursday, May 21
🍕 Pizza Night and Trivia | Breeden’s Orchard | 4:30 - 9 pm
Enjoy a fun-filled evening featuring scratch-made artisan pizzas, local craft brews, and several rounds of team trivia in a scenic farm setting
Nearby & Noteworthy
🛍 Spring Market | The Basement Marketplace, Old Hickory, TN | Saturday 5/16 | 9 am - 3 pm
🪴 TN Native Plant Sale | Cedars of Lebanon State Park, Lebanon, TN | Saturday 5/16 | 8:30 am - 1 pm
💟 Mental Health Fair | Cumberland University, Lebanon, TN | Saturday 5/16 | 10 am - 2 pm
Happening Locally Every Week:
Friday, May 15
🎵 Live Music | The Pub Bar & Grill | 6:30 - 8:30 pm
🎶 Live Music | Mt Juliet Sport and Social Co | 7:30 pm
🎤 Karaoke | Kat’s Bar & Grill | 6 pm
♣ Poker Night | The Pub Bar & Grill | 7 pm
Saturday, May 16
🎵 Live Music | The Pub Bar & Grill | 6:30 - 8:30 pm
🎶 Live Band | Kat’s Bar & Grill | 7 pm
Sunday, May 17
♦ Poker Event | The Pub Bar & Grill | 1 pm
♣️ Texas Hold ‘Em Sponsored by Yazoo Brewing Co | Kat’s Bar & Grill | 6 - 10 pm
Monday, May 18
♣️ Texas Hold ‘Em Sponsored by Yazoo Brewing Co | Kat’s Bar & Grill | 6 - 10 pm
❓️ Trivia Night | The Pub Bar & Grill | 6:30 pm
Tuesday, May 19
❓️ Trivia Night at ML Rose | ML Rose | 7:30 pm
🎶 Live Music | Kat’s Bar & Grill | 6 - 11 pm
🤣 Comedy Night | Kat’s Bar & Grill | 7 - 10 pm
Wednesday, May 20
❓️ Trivia Night | Mt Juliet Sport and Social Co | 6:30 - 7:30 pm
🏍 Bike Night with DJ Sally | Kat’s Bar & Grill | 6 pm
🎵 Live Music | Burger Republic, Mt Juliet | 6 - 8 pm
🎤 Bing-ioke | The Pub Bar & Grill, Mt Juliet | 6:30 - 9 pm
Thursday, May 21
❓️Trivia Night | Hillside Hangout | 7-9 pm
👓 Nerdy Talk Trivia | Kat’s Bar & Grill | 7 pm
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Meet the Team
Denise is a SoCal native who has called Middle Tennessee home for 25 years. A self-proclaimed foodie, she’s always on the hunt for the area's latest and greatest restaurants—though during football season, you’ll likely find her locked into a game.
Mike originally hails from New Jersey and has lived in Mt. Juliet for over 30 years. When he isn’t cheering on his favorite college and pro football teams, he loves getting out to catch some live local rock music.
Together, we started What’s Up Mt. Juliet because we believe there is so much to love about this great city. Our mission is simple: the more you know, the more you go!
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