(May 3, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Downtown Nashville flooded after two straight days of continuous rain in early May. With the 2010 Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival just weeks away, festival organizers made plans to donate a portion of proceeds to help raise money for those who were affected by the disaster. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) After hearing about the 21 fatalities and widespread property damage, the 2010 Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival organizers collected donations to support Nashville flood victims who lost homes and businesses. The iconic Dairy King restaurant owned by Jeff Jones was one of those businesses that was destroyed by flood waters. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 2, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Jeff Jones’ Dairy King restaurant, which had already survived one flood in 1979, was destroyed in the 2010 flood. The Jones family was not given a permit to rebuild, so the 40-year-old restaurant was forced to rebuild a few miles down the road from its original location. (Photo courtesy of Dairy King)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Festival organizer Thomas “T.C.” Weber welcomes the community to the third-annual Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival at Coleman Park as state representative Janis Sontany looks on. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Nashville singer-songwriter Justyna Kelley, daughter of festival organizer and musician Irene Kelley, sings the national anthem to kick off the third-annual Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) The Latin band Kazique opens the festival, which featured both local and national musicians. Festival organizer Irene Kelley coordinated the music lineup. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) In addition to an eclectic mix of music, the Flatrock festival brings together local artists and restaurants, who set up booths throughout Coleman Park. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Ponchos made by local crafters blow in the breeze at the Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) A local artist sketches a portrait at one of the Flatrock festival’s many interactive booths. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) The sketch artist booth was a popular exhibit at the festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) The Country Music Hall of Fame’s Musical Petting Zoo was one of the featured children’s exhibits at the 2010 Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) The Musical Petting Zoo allows children to play a wide variety of instruments – from guitars to drums to violins and everything in-between – under the guidance of instructors who are available to help. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) An instructor provides hands-on instruction at the Musical Petting Zoo exhibit. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) According to instructors at the Musical Petting Zoo, the classic acoustic guitar is always a popular choice for kids who are looking to play instruments. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) With more than 50 booths of family-friendly exhibits and activities, the 2010 Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival is a fun day for both kids and parents alike. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) The Flatrock festival is also dog-friendly so many festival-goers bring their four-legged friends to the park. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) A young Flatrock festival-goer peeks out of an exhibit in the kids’ play zone. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Another booth in the kids’ play zone offers face-painting and a wide variety of art projects. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) A kids’ play zone volunteer paints a fish at the face-painting booth. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Local artist Wes Butler displays his painting of downtown Nashville. Butler was one of many artists who had work on display at the Flatrock festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Nashville artist Brandon Bagby displays his artwork while offering cookies and suckers to festival patrons. “I make art that inspires and enhances one’s love for music,” Bagby said. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Flatrock resident Sherry Sloan tries on a bracelet from a local custom jewelry vendor. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Founder and market manager of the Woodbine Farmers’ Market Mary Crimmins and her mother, Gail Bruce Hyatt, hand out information from their booth at the Flatrock festival. The Woodbine Farmers’ Market features farm-raised meats from Peaceful Pastures and West Wind Farms, fresh produce from Real Food Farms, artisanal bread from Twin Forks Farm Bread, milk from Gammon Family Dairy, and much more. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Laughlin Fine Arts displays their hand-thrown pottery and custom jewelry at the Flatrock festival. “Most of our pieces are one-of-a-kind,” the owners said. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Fans watch as ‘60s and ‘70s tribute band Boomerang takes the stage. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Boomerang’s lead vocalist and founding member Frank Feinstein points at the crowd during a performance at the Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Guitarist John Noreen plays a solo during Boomerang’s performance at the Flatrock festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Drummer Doug Frame and vocalist Gay Dement of Boomerang perform at the Flatrock festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Kenny Thompson of JC’s Bullseye Sports Bar fries up burgers at his Flatrock festival food booth. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) A young festival-goer makes a new friend while walking through Coleman Park. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Festival organizer and musician Irene Kelley performs a set at the Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival. Kelley has coordinated the music for the festival since it began in 2008. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Irene Kelley performs with her daughter, singer-songwriter Justyna Kelley, at the Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Nashville singer-songwriter Jeff Skorik performs at the Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival. Peter Cooper of The Tennessean says, “His music is ample evidence that Nashville’s sidewalks and bar stools often hold more talent than its Music Row office buildings.” (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Blackhawk plays a set at the Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival. The multi-platinum-selling country band headlined the festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Blackhawk lead vocalist Henry Paul performs at the Flatrock festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Sisters Bree Collier, Hailey Collier, and Lyndee Collier of Like Candy Red perform the final set of the day at the Flatrock festival. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

Photo (May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Nashville pop trio Like Candy Red perform the final set of the day, bringing the third-annual Hands Together in Flatrock Music and Arts Festival to a close. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)

(May 29, 2010 – Nashville, TN) Even after the flood in early May, festival organizers were happy with the crowd turnout and the level of community involvement. (Photo by Becky McClellan-Smith)