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Franklin Theater: Music Business Intensive Day Camp for WCS 9th-12th
2023-06-27 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Summer Sessions is a day-long intensive for WCS High School students. The goal of Summer Sessions is to educate and mentor aspiring musicians with the knowledge, skills, and connections they need to succeed in the music industry. Aided by the efforts of Ravenwood’s Accelerated Music Program (A.M.P.), the session will bring together some of the most respected professionals in the industry to share their insights and expertise.

Session topics include:

Artist Branding Touring
Social Media Marketing and Promotions
Recording and Song Distribution
Songwriting
Artistry and Performance
Musicians Clinic

ABOUT THE FRANKLIN THEATRE
Following a complete restoration by the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County in 2011, the historic Franklin Theatre (Est. 1937) reopened its doors as a state-of-the-art live music venue featuring performances by world-renowned artists. The theater also honors its heritage by continuing to show movies. Franklin Theatre’s mission is to provide world-class, diverse performing arts experiences to residents and visitors alike and to be a platform for local philanthropic engagement and education, all delivered with unparalleled guest service

Play at the Library- Stackable Fun
2023-06-28 14:30 - 16:00 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Come drop by the children’s section at The Brentwood Library and build a chain reaction with Keva Planks and other fun building materials! Kids ages pre-k and up are welcome to join! This is a self-directed, drop-in program. Registration is encouraged, but not required. If you have any questions about this event, please email Abby Crawford at abby.crawford@brentwoodtn.gov.

WATERMELON FESTIVAL
2023-07-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
Bring the family to the Watermelon Festival at Lucky Ladd Farms
Crawl on down to the farm for some summertime family fun and enjoy a FREE slice of refreshing watermelon. Cool off in the Splash Zone featuring our Splash Pad, Bubble Blast Pool, inflatable water slides and more. Test your skills and win prizes in the Watermelon Crawl and Watermelon Eating Contests.

Family Forever Matinee Mania! Scooby-Doo
2023-07-01 11:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Family Forever Matinee Mania! Scooby-Doo – The Franklin Theatre
A live action adaptation of the classic animated TV series with Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Velma, Fred and Daphne. The story revolves around Spooky Island, a strange place where a magical force is being awakened which may make slaves of the entire human race if the Mystery Machine kids don’t stop the diabolical plan first.

Royally Fun Cookie Class
2023-07-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Sugar Drop Cafe & Dessert Boutique, 574 Franklin Road, Suite #110, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Royally Fun: 4th of July
Join us for a Basic Beginner Cookie Class. In this class, students will work on a set of cookies all inspired by the 4th of July! All supplies are included for this event. This event is great for a group of friends, a father-daughter outing, a mom & me, or anyone wanting to play with their food!

Crazy for Cupcakes; Patriotic Popsicle Party
2023-07-03 13:00 - 14:30 | Sugar Drop Cafe & Dessert Boutique, 574 Franklin Road, Suite #110, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Crazy for Cupcakes; Patriotic Popsicle Party – Sugar Drop
Who else is crazy about cupcakes? Especially when they form a giant cake?
Join us for this fun class where students will learn to work with buttercream and a set of vanilla cupcakes to create a yummy cupcake cake in the shape of a patriotic popsicle.
Class Fee: 45.00 All Supplies are included.

Play at the Brentwood Library- Board Games
2023-07-05 14:30 - 15:30 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Come drop by the children’s section and grab a board game (or two!) to play in The Brentwood Library. You can even ask a librarian to join you for some Sorry! or Scrabble! This is a self-directed, drop-in program. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Parents, please supervise children who borrow board games. If you have any questions about this event, please email Abby Crawford at abby.crawford@brentwoodtn.gov.

Royally Fun: Sandy Summer Fun
2023-07-08 10:00 - 11:30 | Sugar Drop Cafe & Dessert Boutique, 574 Franklin Road, Suite #110, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Royally Fun: Sandy Summer Fun – Sugar Drop, Franklin
Join us for a Basic Beginner Cookie Class. In this class, students will work on a set of cookies all inspired by the beach!

All supplies are included for this event. This event is great for a group of friends, a father-daughter outing, a mom & me, or anyone wanting to play with their food!

Knee High Naturalist
2023-07-12 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-07-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Young children, ages 3-5 years old, with an adult will explore the natural world through a series of topics lead by an Owl’s Hill Environmental Educator. Each week has a different focus emphasizing working together through discovery, crafts, and outdoor exploration.
Knee High Naturalist 2023 Program Schedule
Spring: March 22, 29; April 5, 12, 19, 26 ($110)
Summer: June 14, 21; July 12, 19 ($75)
All sessions meet 10-11:30am.
No strollers or unregistered siblings, please. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Fees are per adult/child pair for one 4- or 6-week series (spring, summer, or fall).

Play at the Brentwood Library- Lego
2023-07-12 14:30 - 15:30 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Come drop by the children’s section at The Brentwood Library and build something wonderful with Legos! Children under 5 MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times! This is a self-directed, drop-in program. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Parents, please supervise children who borrow board games. If you have any questions about this event, please email Abby Crawford at abby.crawford@brentwoodtn.gov.

Fondant Cake Class; Christmas in July!
2023-07-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Sugar Drop Cafe & Dessert Boutique, 574 Franklin Road, Suite #110, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Fondant Cake Class; Christmas in July! – Sugar Drop, Franklin
Join us for this beginner fondant class where students will learn how to coat and cover a cake with fondant and buttercream. Each student will leave with a finished winter fireplace complete with garland, stockings, and a cozy fire.
All supplies are included for this class. This class is great for students ages 8 and older.

Cool Cookie Club: Summer Sand Bucket
2023-07-15 09:00 - 10:30 | Sugar Drop Cafe & Dessert Boutique, 574 Franklin Road, Suite #110, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Cool Cookie Club: Summer Sand Bucket – Sugar Drop, Franklin

Join us for the Sugar Drop Cool Cookie Club, a beginner’s guide to working with buttercream and cookies. Each student will receive a set of 5 cookies plus buttercream and supplies to create a thematic-based set of cookies. This is a great event for the young and young at heart to prefer the taste and ease of working with buttercream. An instructor will provide step-by-step instructions to help each student complete their edible works of art.

Junior Lifeguard Program
2023-07-17 09:00 - 2023-07-21 16:00 | Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring HIll, TN, 37174, United States
Dates: June 5-9 (Session 1) and July 17-21 (Session 2)
Ages: 11-14 (must have completed 5th grade)
Location: Longview Recreation Complex (*Thursdays at Franklin Recreation Center)
American Red Cross Junior Lifeguarding is designed to guide youth to the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course by building a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills for future lifeguards. Participants are not required to master or perfectly execute skills. They should learn techniques and build stamina during this program.
Junior Lifeguard Camps offer young people the opportunity to gain valuable lifesaving and aquatic skills. Junior Lifeguards (JGs) are between the ages of 11-14. The students are also taught basic water rescue skills such as how to react in an emergency, throw a rope to help a distressed swimmer, and perform rescue tube and boogie board rescues. Throughout the session, drills and activities are regularly rotated to help the JGs practice their skills and continually improve.
Junior Lifeguard Camps are an important part of a child’s life and are a great way to teach kid’s important swimming and water safety skills that they can use for the rest of their lives. JOIN US THIS SUMMER!

Meet and swim with Mermaid Sabrina Rose
2023-07-17 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-24 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-31 11:00 - 13:00 | Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort, 4001 Bell Rd., Nashville, TN, 37076, United States
Meet and swim with Mermaid Sabrina Rose every Monday in July at Nashville Shores
Visit the Nashville Shores Waterpark on select Mondays in July to hang out with our resident mermaid! Mermaid Sabrina Rose will be soaking up the sun on Monday, July 17, Monday, July 24 and Monday, July 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Stop by to take photos with her and keep her company while winning mermaid games and prizes (while supplies last)!

Access to Mermaid Mondays is included with a paid waterpark admission ticket on that day or a season pass.
Don’t miss out on this summer bucket list event, and visit https://www.nashvilleshores.com/waterpark/ for admission, hours and additional information.

Back to School Splash Bash
2023-07-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
Kids join us for fun in the sun as we celebrate Back-to-School with a “Splash Bash.” Kids can cool off on the inflatable water slides, splash pad and bubble blast. Water balloon toss, games and more! Plus all the regular fun activities of the farm will be open to enjoy too. While you’re here be sure to treat yourself to a yummy sweet ice cream treat. Lucky Ladd Farms is conveniently located only 45 minutes from downtown Nashville, halfway between Franklin and Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

July Summer Day Camp
2023-07-22 12:00 - 16:00 | Dark Horse Recording, 2465 Old Charlotte Pike, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Kool Kids Voice Acting – July Summer Day Camp in Franklin
In this 1-day workshop, the kids will work with working professionals in a live recording studio where they will play with commercial and animation scripts, play improv games, learn studio etiquette by working with a recording engineer, and will learn what it takes to become a professional voice actor.
The kids make new friends by meeting like-minded kids, in a safe and friendly environment where they can be fully expressed, surrounded by others who are encouraging and supportive. This is perfect for those who want to become voice actors, or who just to explore their artistic side in a professional setting.

Play Like a Girl Summer Camp
2023-07-24 09:00 - 2023-07-28 17:00 | STRIVE Collegiate Academy, 3055 Lebanon Pike, Unit 300, FL 3, Nashville, TN, 37214, United States
Play Like a Girl Camp(us) is a 100% free summer camp for middle school girls in grades 6 to 8. Girls will dive deep into exciting new topics, explore challenging concepts in STEM, and join a sisterhood of girls who code!
Note: A $25 non-refundable registration fee is required to reserve your spot.
Play Like a Girl!® is a 501(c)3 charitable organization on a mission to level the playing field by leveraging the skills girls gain from sport to propel young women into competitive, male-dominated careers in STEM+.

Kidz Bop
2023-07-28 19:00 | FirstBank Amphitheater, 4520 Graystone Quarry Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Kidz Bop Live at FirstBank Amphitheater in Franklin, Tennessee on July 28 at 7 PM. For eleven consecutive years (2010 – 2020), Billboard magazine has named the KIDZ BOP Kids the “#1 Kids’ Artist” in the U.S.! The KIDZ BOP Kids perform more than 60 live shows each year.
About FirstBank Amphitheater
The premier entertainment experience south of Nashville. FirstBank Amphitheater is a world-class boutique amphitheater nestled within a beautiful, wooded, natural stone and park-like setting. Located at the Graystone Quarry in Thompson’s Station at the southern border of Franklin, Tennessee.
More event details are below.

Studio DIY End of Summer Fun!
2023-07-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Sugar Drop Cafe & Dessert Boutique, 574 Franklin Road, Suite #110, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Studio DIY End of Summer Fun! – Sugar Drop, Franklin

Looking for a fun sweet event to do this weekend? Stop by Sugar Drop and create a one-of-a-kind cake to celebrate the end of summer!
Guests will receive a pre-iced 6”, buttercream, fondant, and tons of decorations. Guests can stay and play and let their imaginations run wild. Boxes will be provided for guests to take home their masterpieces. Let us handle the fuss and you handle the fun!

Kids Water Day
2023-08-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Pinkerton Park, 405 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Kids Water Day – City of Franklin, TN
End summer with a splash in the park prior to school starting. Water relays, water balloons, sprinklers, beachballs and popsicles! Bring a towel and sunscreen, and we’ll provide the rest. Check our Facebook page (City of Franklin, TN) or website for updates.

Williamson County Fair
2023-08-04 18:00 - 2023-08-12 23:59 | Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Williamson County Fair is Fun for All Ages!

The 2023 Williamson County Fair will be held August 4th through 12th, 2023 at the Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin, Tennessee. The Fair offers Fun for all ages for nine days! Great food, rides, games, music, and the return of Fair favorites like the Jekyll & Hyde, BMX Trickstars, and Robocars. There’s a competitive event for everyone including new creative and culinary arts divisions showcasing all talents…and who knows…you just might win a blue ribbon! At the Williamson County Fair, it is our mission to provide a family-friendly fair, promoting agriculture, bringing communities together and celebrating the traditions of Williamson County, Tennessee!
Monday – Thursday: Gates Open at 6:00 pm
Building Hours: 6:00 p.m – 10:00 p.m.
Midway: Closes at 11:00 p.m.
Friday: Gate Open at 6:00 pm
Building Hours: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Midway: Closes at Midnight
Saturday: Gates Open at 10:00 am
Building Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Midway: Closes at Midnight
Sunday: Gates Open at Noon
Building Hours: 12:00 noon – 10:00 p.m.
Midway: Closes at 11:00 p.m.

Event details are below.

YAG/Jr.YAG Karaoke Kick-Off Party
2023-09-09 19:00 | Pull-Tight Players Theatre, 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Pull-Tight Players Theatre Youth Actors Guild/Jr.Youth Actors Guild Karaoke Kick-Off Party
Ages 6-18 Join us on Saturday, September 9, for a FREE karaoke party to kick off our Youth Actors and Junior Youth Actors Guild season!
Get to know the advisors, learn more about our planned workshops, and hear a very SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT about future youth activities at Pull-Tight!
Pizza, snacks, and beverages will be served. We will need to complete an information sheet for each participant when it arrives.
We ask parents of kids under age 10 to stay with them at the event, please. Starts at 7 pm, ends at 9 pm. At Pull-Tight Players, 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin.
For more information, please contact Leslie at leslieberrs@gmail.com.

WCPR Children’s Theatre Auditions - A Christmas Carol
2023-09-10 13:30 - 16:30 | Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Fulton Greer Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Auditions for A Christmas Carol will be held on Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Franklin Recreation Complex. If necessary, callbacks will be held Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center. The production is open to ages 10 through 18. Auditions will consist of a vocal performance, script monologues and a group dance audition. To sign up for an audition time slot and to find more information about audition materials, video submissions and more visit https://www.wcparksandrec.com/activities/children_s_theatre/the_starbright_players/auditions.php.

Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
2023-09-16 10:00 - 2023-10-29 17:00 | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
Searching for the best pumpkin patch with the most activities and a terrific value for your family in Nashville, Franklin, Murfreesboro and surrounding Middle TN areas is easy – just visit Lucky Ladd Farms! Lucky Ladd Farms offers thousands of pumpkins in different shapes sizes and colors so you can pick the perfect pumpkin for your fall, Halloween and Thanksgiving celebrations. Lucky Ladd Farms is conveniently located only 45 minutes from downtown Nashville, halfway between Franklin and Murfreesboro.
Voted Middle Tennessee’s “BEST – Fall Festival” in 2021, and named as the “#1 Pumpkin Patch” in the state,” by the Travel Channel, Lucky Ladd’s Pumpkin Festival is the don’t miss event of the season. Stay-the-day… explore acres of wholesome family entertainment, get lost in our corn maze, bite into a juicy caramel apple or graze on homemade kettle corn …Ohhhh! did we mention Luck Ladd Farms’ new pumpkin spice lattes and apple cider donuts?

The Lucky Ladd Farms Corm Maze was Awarded #1 – Tennessee’s Best Corn Maze. It has been named as “Tennessee’s #1 Corn Maze” six years in a row. Discover a new challenge as Luck Ladd Farms designs a brand new maze for you to explore in the cornfield year after year. This year guests will travel through miles of winding paths in a corn maze themed “Into The Wild” as Lucky Ladd Farms celebrates their newly expanded animal encounters in the petting zoo and wildlife habitats on the nature trail.
September 16 – October 29

Bob Ross® for Kids Acrylic - My First Mountain - Franklin
2023-09-23 09:30 - 11:00 | Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Fulton Greer Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join Certified Ross Instructor®, Quintin Burlingame in this Bob Ross® for Kids workshop! This class is designed for younger artists who want to create gorgeous landscape paintings but are not quite ready for messy oil paints. Quintin will guide students through the basics of using acrylic paints and help them achieve happy little masterpieces. Ages 6 – 12.

WCPR Children’s Theatre Auditions - The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
2023-09-24 13:30 - 16:30 | Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd., Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
Auditions for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will be held on Sunday, September 24, 2023, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville. If necessary, callbacks will be held Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. at the same location. This production is open to ages 12 through 18. To sign up for an audition time slot and to find more information about audition materials, video submissions and more visit https://www.wcparksandrec.com/activities/children_s_theatre/the_starbright_players/auditions.php.

Storybook Crafts - Fairytale Princess
2023-09-30 09:00 - 11:30 | Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Fulton Greer Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Come join us for our monthly Storybook Crafts class in Franklin! This is a children’s craft class that begins with a story time session. After the story, students will participate in creating crafts that are inspired by the book. The crafts can range from paper dolls, puppets, jewelry assembly, decoupage, collage, and ornaments. Kids between the ages of 6 – 10 are welcome, but we recommend students have some prior experience using scissors. All the materials for the crafts are provided by the instructor. September Class Book – Princess and the Pea
