Source One Five Presents: A Charlie Brown Christmas
2018-12-08 14:00, 2018-12-09 14:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
Directed By Rachel Meinhart
Playing at the Little Brick Theatre @ The Factory at Franklin Nov 30th- Dec 9th

Everyone’s favorite holiday classic comes to life in Source One Five’s premiere production; A Charlie Brown Christmas! Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the whole Peanuts gang as they produce their own Christmas play and ultimately learn the true meaning of the season. Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story, A Charlie Brown Christmas features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi, as well as beloved holiday carols performed by the Peanuts characters. There’s no better way to discover the magic of the season!

Performance Schedule:

Friday, November 30 at 7:00pm
Saturday, December 1 at 2:00pm
Saturday, December 1 at 7:00pm
Sunday December 2 at 2:00pm
Friday December 7 at 7:00pm
Saturday, December 8 at 2:00pm
Sunday, December 9 at 2:00pm
A Charlie Brown Christmas is presented by arrangement with TAMS-WITMARK
For tickets and more information about Source One Five: www.sourceonefive.com

A Christmas Carol
2018-12-08 14:00 - 19:00 | TN
Drama People, the high school drama program for the Shanan Cooperative, presents: A Christmas Carol

Dec 7th @ 7pm
Dec 8th @ 2pm and 7pm

Tix go on sale on Nov 7th @ dramapeople.com
$7 online
$10 at the door

Come support educational theatre and have a great time doing it!! For more information, please see website.

Dickens of a Christmas
2018-12-09 11:00 - 16:00 | TN
The largest outdoor Christmas festival in Middle Tennessee!
Step back in time with the Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County when Dickens of a Christmas returns to Franklin’s Main Street December 8-9, 2018. The 34th annual free street festival will recreate the time of Charles Dickens using historic downtown Franklin’s Victorian architecture as the backdrop. Some 200 musicians, dancers and characters will fill the streets, including several from Charles Dickens’s stories.
Saturday, December 8: 10am to 5pm
Sunday, December 9: 11am to 4pm
Producing Dickens of a Christmas is just one of the many activities of The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County. Since 1967 the non-profit group has been dedicated to protecting and preserving Williamson County’s historic, architectural and geographic resources; in short, saving the places that matter.

Movies & Cocoa with Santa
2018-12-14 17:30 | TN
Friday, December 14: Movies & Cocoa with Santa, 5:30 p.m., Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN.
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for a fun-filled evening of taking photos and cookie decorating while sipping some hot cocoa. Activities for the children will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the banquet hall. There will also be a letter writing station where children can make their wish list and hand deliver it to Santa. A children’s holiday movie will be shown at 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 per child and $8 for each additional child. Online registration at www.wcparksandrec.com. Registration code: #13568.

Pictures with Santa & Winter Carnival
2018-12-19 10:00 | TN
Wednesday, December 19: Pictures with Santa & Winter Carnival, 10:00-11:00 a.m
Santa Claus will be at the Nolensville Recreation Center to visit children, hear their wish lists and take a commemorative picture. Photos will be printed on-site. Winter carnival games will be set-up in the gym for little ones to enjoy, including pin the tail on the reindeer, snowball bowling and so much more. Cost: $8 per child and $6 for each additional child. Online registration at www.wcparksandrec.com. Registration code: #13569

MAD HATTER’S TEA PARTY
2019-04-06 14:00 - 17:00 | TN
To celebrate Easter and the full bloom of Spring, Williamson County Parks and Recreation is proud to partner with Dreams Do Come True Princess Parties to host a Mad Hatter Tea Party on Saturday, April 6, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN. This Tea Party, modeled after one of the most famous scenes from the classic film, will include high tea, story-time, a hat walk contest, and a spring fashion show by The Purple Butterfly, downtown Franklin’s favorite children’s boutique. The event will also include a dance party, crafts and activities, face painting, an Easter Egg Hunt (please bring your own basket), as well as, opportunities for pictures with several beloved characters.
Tickets are $15 per child, $10 per adult and available online until 2:00 p.m. on April 3 at https://academyparktn.wcparksandrec.com/tickets_and_events/index.php.
For more information contact Corrie Maxwell at (615) 786-0186 extension 2517 or Corrie.Maxwell@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.

EASTER EGG DIVE
2019-04-14 16:30 | TN
MEET THE BUNNY AT EASTER EGG DIVE
April 14 at the Longview Recreation Center
Jump, swim and splash for eggs at the fourth annual Easter Egg Dive, Sunday, April 14 at the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr. This underwater egg hunt takes place in the indoor pool. Following each dive the kids will return their eggs to claim their prizes and/or candy filled goody bags. Each age group will have golden eggs. While waiting for their turn, the kids will have an opportunity to get their pictures taken with the Easter Bunny! Parents don’t forget your camera and Easter baskets.
Reservations are now open at www.wcparksandrec.com. Register for activity #13878 (4:30 p.m. for ages 0-5 or non-swimmers); #13879 (5:00 p.m. for ages 6-8); #13880 (5:30 p.m. for ages 9-12). *A maximum of 50 kids per age group will be accepted. The cost is $5 per child. For more information contact Caitlyn Shultz at 615-302-0971, ext. 2222 or Caitlyn.Schultz@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.

Bunny Hop
2019-04-15 10:00 - 11:00 | TN
The Easter Bunny will be hopping into Nolensville on Monday, April 15. Register now to be part of the fun from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the gymnasium of the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd.
The gym will be filled with activities and carnival style games. The Easter Bunny will be on hand for photos, so bring your cameras. The event is for ages 3-5. The cost is $4 for the first child and $2 for each additional child. Register for activity #13883 at www.wcparksandrec.com.
For additional information, contact Erin Williams at 615-786-0200 ext. 2417 or Erin.Williams@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.

Eggstravaganza at Timberland Park
2019-04-17 10:00 | TN
Williamson County Parks and Recreation will host a morning of Easter fun at the annual Eggstravaganza at Timberland Park on Wednesday, April 17 at 10:00 a.m.
Kids will enjoy hunting for Easter eggs and visiting with the Easter Bunny. Parents, don’t forget to bring your cameras! This is a free event; but space is limited, and registration is required. For ages 3-6.
Register for activity #13882 at www.wcparksandrec.com. For additional information, contact Erin Williams at 615-786-0200 ext. 2417 or Erin.Williams@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Timberland Park is located at mile marker 437.2 on the historic Natchez Trace Parkway in Franklin, TN.

Cedarmont Farm Easter Egg Hunt
2019-04-20 13:00 | TN
Bring the whole family for a beautiful day of egg hunting on the farm! Egg hunt areas will be grouped by ages (from 2 to 10& up) and there will be special prize eggs hidden in each area! There will also be games and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny! Please bring a picnic lunch if you would like and a blanket or chairs!

Mother's Day Tea
2019-05-11 14:00 - 2019-05-12 14:00 | TN

Williamson County Community Band Free Patriotic Concert
2019-05-30 18:30 | TN
FREE CONCERT & FIREWORK SHOW
Williamson County Community Band is wanting to kick your 4th of July celebrations off with a BANG! Come join us at Harpeth Hills Church of Christ in Brentwood, TN where the Williamson County Community Band will delight you with Americana melodies. Then be sure to stick around afterwards to watch fireworks and get free ice cream! Please remember to bring chairs and blankets. We hope to see you there!

Franklin 4th of July Celebration
2019-07-04 17:00 | TN
THE CITY OF FRANKLIN’S FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS
4th of July Celebration in Franklin at Harlinsdale – TSC Arena sponsored by Jackson!
Join the Friends of Franklin Parks & City of Franklin Parks for a Fourth of July Celebration at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin, TN! The City of Franklin Parks will be hosting a fireworks show, while the Friends of Franklin Parks will be hosting music, food and kids games in the Tractor Supply Co. Arena before the fireworks begin. Don’t miss Rubiks Groove perform in the TSC Arena at 7:00 p.m.! Park opens at 5:00 p.m.

The presenting sponsor of the TSC Arena activities is Jackson: Financial Freedom For Life. Stage Sponsors include Berry Farms, a Boyle Development, First Tennessee, 906 Studio Architects, Lipman and Puckett’s!!. Concessions from Lipman & Puckett’s will be available for purchase.

4th of July Extravaganza
2019-07-04 18:30 | Grace Chapel, 3279 Southall Rd, Franklin, 37064, United States
Celebrate the 4th of July with inflatables for the kids, music, and an incredible fireworks display!
This year, Grace Chapel’s Annual 4th of July Extravaganza is going to look a little different – think family picnic with many more games for kids of all ages and a later start time (6:30p) to avoid the surface-of-the-sun temps of July. As always, it’s a safe and family-friendly environment and they’ll top of the night with one of the best fireworks shows you will ever see!

Sirens & Sweets
2019-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | TN
“SIRENS AND SWEETS” IN FAIRVIEW THIS SATURDAY- A FREE COMMUNITY HALLOWEEN EVENT
Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCPR) will host “Sirens and Sweets” at the Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd. on Saturday, October 26 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wear your Halloween costume and Trick or Treat with local EMS vehicles. Bring the family to meet first responders and see ambulances, fire trucks and other emergency vehicles up-close.
The event will also feature music, a bounce house, games and lots of fun! Food trucks will be on site offering concessions for purchase. For more information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com or contact Andrew.Hawken@williamsoncounty-tn.gov or (615) 478-0533.

MADE SOUTH 2019 Holiday Market
2019-11-15 17:00 - 2019-11-16 17:00 | TN
CELEBRATE THE BEST MAKERS, FOOD, DRINK, MUSIC, AND ART IN THE SOUTH
Do all of your holiday shopping with 100 different makers & artisans while enjoying chef tastings, cocktails, live music and more! VIP PARTY – Friday, November 15 5:00pm – 9:00pm. HOLIDAY MARKET – Saturday, November 16 9:00am – 5:00pm

Franktown Festival of Lights
2019-11-22 18:00 - 2019-12-28 22:00 | TN
A drive-through Christmas and Holiday Lights Spectacular in Franklin, TN!
NEW Displays, Over 1 mile of lights, Santa’s Village, Rides for the kids, and more.
Franktown Festival of Lights is Williamson County’s only drive-thru light spectacular. Presented by Franklin Synergy Bank, attendees can relax in the comfort of their own car and wind their way through more than 200 light displays, spanning a little over one mile, while listening to Christmas classics on the radio.
New to this year’s route is Lee Company’s Santa’s Village where families can get their photo with Santa, enjoy hot drinks and cookies, camel rides for the kids, holiday activities, Ferris wheel, carousel and a petting zoo.
Fri, Nov 22, 2019, 6:00 PM – through Sat, Dec 28, 2019, 10:00 PM CST

FAQs
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
A: You must present a QR code at the gate to be admitted. Your receipt will have a QR code for our ticket scanners to scan. You can either print this ticket and present it at the gate or have the QR code pulled up on an electronic device when you pull up to the gate for our ticket takers to scan.
When can I go to the Festival of Lights?
A: Your ticket is valid for one carload admission to the Festival of Lights anytime during operational hours.
When is the Festival of Lights Open?
A: The Festival of Lights is open 7 days a week from November 22 – December 29th from 6 – 10PM.
What is Franktown Open Hearts?
A: Franktown Open Hearts is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission “To inspire, empower, and equip at-risk youth in Franklin, TN.” For more information, please visit http://www.franktownopenhearts.com/
Is this event rain or shine?
A. Yes, the event will still be open if it is raining.

Tis the Season Concerts
2019-12-02 19:00 | TN

Elf The Musical
2019-12-05 19:00 - 2019-12-08 14:00 | TN
WCPR Holiday Community Events and Programs

Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCPR) will host several holiday community events and programs during the month of December. All events are open to the public.
December 5-8: Elf The Musical – Freedom Middle School’s Shelby Theatre, 750 Hwy 96W, Franklin, TN
Performances times are Thursday, December 5 at 7:00 p.m.; Friday, December 6 at 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, December 8 at 2:00 p.m.
Elf the Musical, presented by the Star Bright Players, is the beloved story of Buddy, a young orphan, who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. Elf The Musical is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Tickets: $10 through November 30 and $12 beginning December 1, available at www.academyparktn.wcparksandrec.com. For more information, contact Alison Worden at (615) 786-0186 ext. 2513 or alison.worden@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
The Star Bright Players are an award-winning Children’s Theatre Group sponsored by the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department. This popular theatre program encourages local children ages 7 to 17 to “take the stage, spread their wings and soar amongst the stars.” The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department produces two full scale musical productions a year and holds open auditions in February and September.
Elf The Musical is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com.
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Christmas Open House Art Show
2019-12-06 10:00 - 2019-12-07 16:00 | TN

Festival of Nativities
2019-12-06 17:00 - 21:00 | msf_12
3 Kings. 2 nights. 1 babe. #Followthestar to Bethlehem, and experience hundreds of international nativity crèches, enjoy a children’s activity room, and listen to live festive music during this FREE weekend event! A live-action, indoor nativity scene will also play periodically during the Festival.
In the Children’s Activity Room, families can make crafts, play games and dress up in nativity garb for an Insta-worthy snapshot.
Canned food will be accepted in support of the Providence Baptist Food Pantry which serves Williamson County residents. For more info, please visit www.festivalofnativitiestn.org.

Dates:
Friday, 12/6: 5 – 9 pm
Saturday, 12/7: 10 am – 8 pm
Sunday, 12/8: 4 – 8 pm

Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square
2019-12-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Franklin Public Square, Downtown Franklin Public Square, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The City of Franklin is excited to light up the square Friday, December 6th, for the 2019 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, the best tree lighting event in Middle Tennessee!
Freedom Intermediate School Honors Choir will sing. We’ll also have special guest performances from Jars of Clay, led by local Franklin resident Dan Haseltine. Former Today Show cohost and new Franklin resident, Kathie Lee Gifford, will emcee the event.
“Cinderella” from the Studio Tenn presentation of “Rogers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella” will give a pre-show performance with a couple songs from the upcoming musical. “Rudolph” and “Hermie” from Gaylord Opryland’s “Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer” will be available for photo opportunities as well.
Middle Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation (MTEMC) is the presenting sponsor for the 2019 Franklin Tree Lighting Ceremony. Free photos with Santa will be provided by Williamson Medical Center beginning at 6:00 p.m. Mars Petcare is offering a pet friendly photo opportunity on the square!
The Downtown Franklin Association is participating with fun happenings in the downtown stores. The will stay open a little later that night, so shoppers can get an early start on their Christmas shopping. The Franklin Art Scene will also have the Art Crawl that night happening in many stores. The Franklin Noon Rotary and the Downtown Franklin Rotary will hand out free refreshments.
“We thank our sponsors and partners who help us give this special gift to our community,” said Mayor Ken Moore. “We are happy to welcome Jars of Clay and Kathie Lee to celebrate with us this year. It’s so nice to have families of Franklin join us to light our spectacular tree and help spread Christmas cheer.
The festivities begin at 6 p.m. with the main program beginning at 6:45 p.m. The lighting of the tree is expected to happen at 7:15 p.m.
Schedule of Events:

6:15-Pre-show with Studio Tenn’s Cinderella
6:45-Main program begins featuring Freedom Intermediate School Honors Choir and Jars of Clay
7:15-Tree will be lit!
7:20-After show with Jars of Clay with special guest Kathie Lee Gifford
8:30-END

Festival of Nativities
2019-12-07 10:00 - 20:00, 2019-12-08 16:00 - 20:00 | msf_11

Franklin Kiwanis Christmas Parade 2019
2019-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 | TN
The Historic Downtown Franklin Kiwanis Club is the host and sponsor of the annual downtown Franklin Kiwanis Christmas Parade.

Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM CST

Williamson County Community Band Holiday Concert
2019-12-07 15:00 | TN
WCPR Holiday Community Events and Programs

Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCPR) will host several holiday community events and programs during the month of December. All events are open to the public.

December 7: Williamson County Community Band Holiday Concert, Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, 3:00 p.m.
Come enjoy the talents of the Williamson County Community Band, our longest-running intergenerational program with members ranging from pre-teen to upper 80’s. Their varied holiday program is composed of traditional carols, international carols, popular holiday music, and even a fanfare composed by one of the band members. FREE and open to the public with light refreshments offered. For more information contact Laurie Kamunen at (615) 790-5719 ext. 2018 or Laurie.Kamunen@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
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Christmas Time With Louis York & The Shindellas
2019-12-07 20:00 | Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
‘Twas a week after Thanksgiving when all through the Weirdo house not a creature was stirring, not even a Weirdo mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care. Three knocks on the door and listen y’all, no one was there. If you listened closely you could surely hear a little Rock & Roll, Funk, and Jazz filled the Franklin, Tennessee air. A great escape is happening let us tell you where! Kick off your Christmas holiday with a soulful and magical night filled with theatrics, heart-warming sounds, and a dazzling presentation by Louis York and The Shindellas. It’s Christmas Time at Franklin Theatre and we hope to see you there!

Features special guest performances by Caroline Randall Williams, Patrick Dailey and the W. Crimm singers

More about Louis York:
Louis York is the musical creation of Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony, who’ve worked with everyone from Celine Dion and Michael Jackson to Ne-Yo, Rihanna, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, and Bruno Mars; their music is not one genre. Or influence. Or thought. It’s an exploration of it all. When stepping behind the mic for the first time in their careers, the Grammy nominated songwriter and producer threw out every rule the business has told them to follow. It doesn’t matter how long, how many transitions or how many genres. Kelly and Harmony found themselves searching for one thing, and one thing alone – GREAT ART. Art they’re proud to introduce to the world. Music they believe does their rhythmic predecessors proud. And the two have tapped into their eclectic backgrounds and respective New York and St. Louis upbringings to do just that. Every lyric & vocal you hear is straight from Claude’s heart. Every sound a product of Harmony’s mind. But words simply don’t do the justice a play button can. So enjoy.
More about The Shindellas:
Beatnik group The Shindellas are a female band formed under the belief that when women come together, powerful things can happen. The Shindellas are comprised of three brilliantly talented women, Kasi Jones (Singer), Stacy Johnson (Singer/Guitarist) and Tamara Chauniece (Singer). Each member was introduced by multi-platinum, Grammy- nominated, songwriting and production duo, Chuck Harmony and Claude Kelly, also known as the progressive band Louis York. The Shindellas explore Jazz, Soul and true R&B to create a unique genre of music for their audience. They are proponents of self-love, empowerment, and elegance, which are tenets they work hard to spread through their music.
Sponsored by Jackson National LifePresented by Weirdo Workshop
In association with Franklin Theatre Live

Williamson County Community Chorus Winter Concert
2019-12-08 15:00 | TN
WCPR Holiday Community Events and Programs

Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCPR) will host several holiday community events and programs during the month of December. All events are open to the public.

December 8: Williamson County Community Chorus Winter Concert, Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, 3:00 p.m.
The Williamson County Community Chorus will perform their FREE Winter Concert on Sunday, December 8th at 3:00 p.m. in the afternoon at the Williamson County Enrichment Center in Franklin, 110 Everbright Avenue. The Community Chorus will delight with the piece they will be performing at Carnegie Hall in February 2020, John Rutter’s Requiem. The second half of the concert will feature beautiful arrangements of classic holiday songs. Light refreshments will be served. For more information contact Laurie Kamunen at (615) 790-5719 ext. 2018 or Laurie.Kamunen@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
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Night of Hope Tour
2019-12-08 19:30 - 2019-12-09 19:00 | Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Christy and Nathan Nockels Present – Night of Hope: A Family Christmas
Description
I am excited to set sail on the third year of Night of Hope Tour. With my family in tow it will for sure be a night to remember. Christmas is such an amazing time to come together and remember the hope we have in Jesus, and to rediscover the hope He has given us to offer the world. We hope you’ll join us for these nights of awe and wonder as we worship Him together as a family. From my family to yours – we can’t wait to see you there!
– Christy
Christy is a Wife, Mother, singer, poet, and songwriter! She began singing and writing music in the church from a young age, as the daughter of a pastor in Oklahoma. She met Nathan in 1993, at the Christian Artists Seminar in Estes Park, Colorado, and they married in 1995. An invitation from Louie Giglio came later to join the first ever Passion Conference in Austin, Texas, which flourished into a fruitful fifteen years of writing and leading worship for the Passion movement. Christy’s devotion to creating earnest and honest songs prepared her to be an integral author and voice in worship songs like “Healing Is In Your Hands,” “Waiting Here For You,” “Let It Be Jesus,” and “Lord, I Need You.” She recently launched a podcast entitled “The Glorious in the Mundane,” which is intentionally focused on helping women in all places in life, finding the wonder and awe of God in the moments of the here and now. Her latest record “Be Held: Lullabies for the Beloved” is a beautifully crafted collection of lullabies intended for all ages to explore our identity as “Beloved.”
Christy & Nathan live in Franklin, Tennessee with their three beautiful children: Noah, Elliana, and Annie Rose. When they’re not focused on parenting, producing, and writing, they love to spend time making their house, affectionately called Keeper’s Branch, a home. Whether it be a season of growth, pruning, or rest, God has been faithful to carry Christy and Nathan and give them songs and prayers for the sharing.
Presented by Christy and Nathan Nockels
