Sep 25, 2026Entertainment122 words1 min read

Nashville Celebrates the First Official Dolly Parton Day

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Nashville had its first official Dolly Parton Day. People in the city celebrated the famous singer.

There was a parade in the streets. People walked and showed their love for Dolly Parton.

Buildings had pink lights at night. Pink is a color that people connect with Dolly Parton.

The city also had book drives. People gave books to help children read. Dolly Parton loves books and helps children learn to read.

The day is called Dolly Day. People say the name comes from her famous song '9 to 5'.

Nashville is also called Music City. Many singers and musicians live and work there.

This was the first time the city had this special day. People hope it will happen every year.

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1. What city celebrated Dolly Parton Day?

2. What color were the special lights?

3. Was this the first Dolly Parton Day in Nashville?

1. Nashville 2. Pink 3. True

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Nashville had its first _____ Dolly Parton Day. People in the city celebrated the famous singer.

There was a _____ in the streets. People walked and showed their love for Dolly Parton.

Buildings had _____ at night. Pink is a color that people connect with Dolly Parton.

The city also had _____. People gave books to help children read.

The day is called Dolly Day. People say the name comes from her famous song '_____'.

Nashville is also called Music City. Many singers and _____ live and work there.

This was the first time the city had this special day.

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