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Studio Tenn and CPA Arts Present: The Sound of Music
2023-07-13 19:00 - 2023-07-16 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Soli Deo Center at Christ Presbyterian Academy, 2323 Old Hickory Boulevard, Nashville, TN, 37215, United States
Don’t miss your chance to experience the timeless classic, The Sound of Music in Nashville, Tennessee!
“The hills are alive” in Middle Tennessee as Rodgers & Hammerstein’s unforgettable family favorite “The Sound of Music” comes to life on the Soli Deo Center stage at Christ Presbyterian Academy. Studio Tenn is teaming up with the acclaimed CPA Arts Department to present the inspirational and beloved true story of the Von Trapp Family as an Add-On to our 2022-23 Season. Rediscover some of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s most cherished songs, including “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” in this heart-soaring musical!
The Sound of Music” premieres June 22 at Christ Presbyterian Academy’s Soli Deo Center with a run that extends into July. Visit studiotenn.org or call (615) 541-8200 for more details.
July 13 – 7 PM
July 14 – 7 PM
July 15 – 2 PM and 7 PM
July 16 – 2 PM
ABOUT THE STUDIO TENN THEATRE COMPANY: Studio Tenn is a professional regional theatre company and a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Franklin, TN. Its programming centers around innovative, custom-designed presentations of classic plays and musicals as well as an original “Legacy” series of theatrical concerts celebrating the work of time-honored musicians. Learn more at studiotenn.org.

Friends Of The Brentwood Library Book Sale
2023-07-14 09:00 - 2023-07-16 17:30 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
The next Friends of the Brentwood Library Book Sale will be held on July 14 – 16, 2023. Come early for the best selection!
Book Sale Hours:
Friend’s Only Shopping Thursday | 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Friday | 9:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday | 10:00am – 5:30pm
Sunday | 1:00pm – 5:30pm
About FOBL
The Friends of the Brentwood Library is a nonprofit (501c3) service organization dedicated to the advancement of our community through its library.
The Friends have accomplished much during their almost 40 years of service working side-by-side with library. Starting from its humble beginnings to what it is today, the Friends have helped to make The Brentwood Library truly one of the finest libraries in Tennessee.

56th Annual Murfreesboro Antiques Show and Sale
2023-07-14 10:00 - 2023-07-16 16:00 | Murfreesboro Antiques Show and Sale, 1660 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
The Murfreesboro Antique Show showcases top antique dealers from across the US, offering a wide variety of products including furniture, decorative accessories, jewelry, and more. Stop and take a peek at some of the finest offerings from around the country. Don’t want to miss this!!
July 14, 15th and 16th. Location is 1660 Middle TN Blvd, Murfreesboro Antiques Show & Sale.

Sara Sells
2023-07-15 08:00 - 2023-07-16 20:00 | Sara Sells, 8430 Horton Hwy., College grove, TN, 37046, United States
Sara Sells is a monthly warehouse sale in NASHVILLE (College Grove, TN) offering furniture, lighting, rugs, and home decor at up to 60% off retail pricing. There is plenty of parking, so find your parking spot and secure your place in line! Doors open on Saturday at 8 am. At Saturday in-person sales, there is a local food truck that will begin serving at 7 am. The Sunday sales are online-only from 11 am – 8 pm. Sara Sells also offers alternate pickup days and local delivery.
IN-PERSON SALE – Saturday, July 15, 8 AM to 1 PM, 8430 Horton Hwy, College Grove, TN 37046.
ONLINE SALE – Sunday, July 16, 11 AM to 8 PM – www.shopssnashville.com

Babies and Bumps Nashville 2023
2023-07-16 11:00 - 16:00 | Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Hotel, 700 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Babies & Bumps Nashville 2023, presented by Naturepedic!
2nd annual Babies & Bumps Nashville event will take place Sunday, July 16th from 11 AM to 4 PM at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs!
Babies & Bumps is a boutique, conference-style event, featuring backyard businesses and brands we believe in… plus info-packed, expert-led seminars and demonstrations, shopping, complimentary activities, and giveaways galore. And we’ll wrap the day with internationally recognized baby gear expert and CPST, Jamie Grayson, who will host an hour-long session on top gear categories (and give away even MORE prizes!)
B&B is a small, family business with a big purpose – to educate and empower parents.
We believe that information + connections = empowerment! So, every aspect of our events is designed to connect you to valuable resources before you need them and to facilitate real conversations about all the things you may not even know you need to know about pregnancy, birth, and life with a baby.
Babies & Bumps is open to ALL moms, dads, parents-to-be, adoptive parents, people TTC, caregivers… anyone with a baby in their life or one on the way! Join us to get answers to your questions, gain confidence in your decisions, and resolve your fears.
No pressure. No judgment. Just support, resources, and community for you and your growing family.
On event day, you’ll find all of the following (and more!) under one roof:

Jamie Grayson & Baby Registry Lab – visit with baby gear expert and Child Passenger Safety Technician, Jamie Grayson on the exhibitor floor between 11 AM and 2:30 PM to ask questions and get hands-on demonstrations of a range of baby gear. Then, join Jamie for Baby Registry Lab – a 60-minute session from 3 to 4 PM, where he’ll walk attendees through products and safety basics in top baby gear categories like car seats, strollers, carriers, and high chairs (and give away prizes!).
Exhibitors & vendors – we curate the event in order to showcase organizations that cater to new and soon-to-be parents, have positive reviews and good reputations, and have missions that are aligned with ours. On event day, guests can learn about local resources, shop, and sign up for classes, among other things.
Educational sessions – we partner with experts to provide classroom-style workshops and seminars on a wide range of topics related to pregnancy and parenting, like writing a birth plan, the fourth trimester and postpartum recovery, and baby’s first foods.
Demonstrations – these interactive sessions are designed to teach a skill that you can take home and put into practice, like infant CPR, picking the perfect breast pump, and comfort measures in labor.
Amenities & convenience – we offer creature comforts like a feeding lounge for peace, quiet, nursing, and pumping. We also chose a venue with free and plentiful parking that’s easy to access! Food and beverages are also available for purchase at the hotel, and there are plenty of places to grab a quick bite nearby.
Opportunity to give back – guests have a chance to win dozens of prizes generously donated by our sponsors, local businesses, and manufacturers in our raffle. 100% of proceeds from raffle ticket sales are donated to a local or regional mission-driven organization that serves families and children.
Fabulous giveaways!! – our lavish gift bags are packed with $100+ in products from brands we love, we have a grand prize drawing, and there are even more prizes at Jamie Grayson’s Baby Registry Lab. (Giveaways vary by ticket type.)

We can’t wait to see you!
Monica (B&B founder) + team
P.S. If you’re interested in joining as a vendor or sponsor, tell us about yourself and we’ll be in touch!

Nashville Elvis Festival Presents: BILL CHERRY - The Ultimate Elvis
2023-07-16 15:00 - 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Nashville Elvis Festival Presents: BILL CHERRY – The Ultimate Elvis – The Franklin Theatre
Experience Elvis in concert with 2 dynamic shows – each presenting a different set list from one of the world’s most beloved Elvis tribute artists. Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist World Champion BILL CHERRY returns to Nashville with these high octane tributes to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Don’t miss it… You’ve never seen an Elvis tribute event quite like this!
Both shows will be backed by the Infinit-E Tribute Band — the premiere Elvis tribute backing band and the official house band of Nashville Elvis Festival.

Jazz On The Cumberland
2023-07-16 17:30 - 20:00 | Nashville Cumberland Park, 592 South First Street, Nashville, TN, 37213, United States
JAZZ ON THE CUMBERLAND CONCERT SERIES, NASHVILLE

Welcome to our 12th annual Jazz On The Cumberland Concert Series, Nationally Ranked as the #1 Destination For Jazz In The City Of Nashville.
Free Family-Friendly and Open To The Public. Gates, Vendors, and a Variety Of Great Food Trucks Open at 4:00 pm.
Live Music Begins at 5:30 pm and Ends at 8:00 pm featuring local, regional, and national acts. There’s a Kid’s Fun Play Zone and Plenty Cool Shaded Seating. Bring Your Blanket or Lawn Chair (no tents) and Kick Back With Area Residents, Tourists, and Music Aficionados Alike.
Presented By Victor Chatman Productions and Nashville Metro Parks and Recreation. For vendor, sponsorship, or general Info email: jazzonthecumberland@gmail.com or call 615-731-9001

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 | 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.

Coreopsis and Salvia - Plants No Garden Should Be Without
2023-07-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Williamson County Public Library – Franklin, 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Williamson County Public Library and the Williamson County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau are pleased to present the next program in their Garden Talk series, “Coreopsis and Salvia – Plants No Garden Should Be Without,” on Monday, July 17, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Come explore the world of coreopsis and salvia, two tough, long-blooming, pollinator-friendly plants. Learn about the different types and where to use them in your garden and discover some newer varieties that boast showy colors and tons of flowers.
This program is presented in-person at the Library with an option to attend via Zoom. Login instructions will be emailed the day before the event to everyone who registers.
All Library programs are free and open to the public. Registration is requested at https://bit.ly/GardenTalk0717 to ensure a seat. Call the Library at (615) 595-1243 or email reference.library@williamsoncounty-tn.gov if you have questions or need assistance registering.
The Williamson County Public Library System’s Main Library is in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue. Branches are located in Fairview, Bethesda, College Grove, Nolensville, and Leiper’s Fork. For more information about library programs or services, call (615) 595-1243 or visit http://wcpltn.org. Sign up to receive library events and announcements at https://bit.ly/WCPLSe-news. The library can also be found on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, WordPress, and Twitter via @wcpltn.

100 Things to Do in Nashville Before You Die
2023-07-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Williamson County Public Library – Franklin, 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Travel writer Tom Adkinson loves bragging about Nashville’s special places. Tom grew up in Nashville and writes frequently about his city. Through 100 Things To Do in Nashville Before You Die, he leads you to unexpected places for live music, wacky festivals, and experiences you might not find without a guide.
This is no typical guidebook. 100 Things To Do in Nashville Before You Die reveals Nashville treasures. You’ll find rich Music City experiences, whether you are a visitor, a new resident, or the increasingly rare native son or daughter.
Come prepared to have fun and learn a lot about Nashville, Tennessee, and a few spots in Williamson County. All library programs are free and open to the public. Purchase is not required.
This event is sponsored by the Special Collections Department of Williamson County Public Library.
WCPLtn: Discover Learn Succeed
The Williamson County Public Library System’s Main Library is located in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue. Branches are located in Fairview, Bethesda, College Grove, Nolensville, and Leiper’s Fork. For more information about library programs or services, call (615) 595-1243 or visit http://wcpltn.org. Sign up to receive library events and announcements at https://bit.ly/WCPLSe-news. The library can also be found on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, WordPress, and Twitter via @wcpltn.

Knee High Naturalist
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).

Family Book Club
2023-07-19 18:30 - 19:30 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Family Book Club – The Brentwood Library
Reading aloud to your school-aged children helps them develop a love of reading and strenghtens family relationships, and it’s just a ton of fun! The theme for this years Summer Reading is All Together Now and we have chosen the book The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karina Yan Glaser. Join us for a family-friendly discussion and activities on the 19th.
Books will be available for checkout June 1st – July 14th at the Children’s Desk. There will also be honor books available for those without a Brentwood Library card.

YONDER GROVE
2023-07-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Fox & Locke, 4142 Old Hillsboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
YONDER GROVE – Fox & Locke, Leiper’s Fork
Yonder Grove is a unique blend of original music, powerful vocals and interconnected jams that is different every time. Hailing from Columbia, TN and making a name for themselves as an upcoming band to watch, they’ve opened for bands Trigger Hippy and The Brothers Comatose.

Floral Design Workshop
2023-07-20 18:00 | Morning Glory Orchard, 7690 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
Floral Design Workshop – Morning Glory Orchard, Nolensville

Enjoy the beautiful grounds at Morning Glory Orchard as renown floral designer, Rebecca Adams, guides you through creating a gorgeous flower arrangement for you to take home. She not only teaches you floral care, she provides you with the confidence to create the arrangement of your dreams! We will provide all of the tools and supplies you need so just bring a friend! We will also be serving refreshments and a complimentary cider slushie of your choice!

Listen and Learn with Andi Jane
2023-07-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Williamson County Public Library – Franklin, 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Listen and Learn with Andi Jane – Williamson County Public Library – Franklin
With the bleeding heart of a true songwriter, Andi Jane spins her life experiences into melodic tales of wonder, humor, and imagination. She has a warmth and comfort while performing, that she balances with true flair and finesse, creating a show that is edgy, fun, infectious, and extremely entertaining. Her diverse interests have led her to a truly unique blend of Americana, blues, honky-tonk, rock, and indie that is all at once familiar and enticingly fresh and new.

The Listen and Learn Music series is a collaboration with Southern Trace Songwriters. Artists share their songs and stories with the audience for a fun learning experience about the music industry. The views expressed in this program are of those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Williamson County Public Library System.
Registration is requested for each person planning to attend. All library programs are free and open to the public. We appreciate you letting us know what size of audience to expect.
The library e-newsletter provides library news about programs like this and more. Sign up: https://www.wcpltn.org/277/Newsletter-Sign-Up
Please be aware this event is being recorded by WCTV plus photos may be taken for library use.

The Franklin Theatre Songwriter Series: Danny Wells, Billy Montana, Rafe Van Hoy and Erin Enderlin
2023-07-20 19:30 - 21:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
We’re excited to announce the lineup for our third Songwriters Series event! This edition will feature Danny Wells (George Strait – “Check Yes Or No,” Rascal Flatts – “These Days”), Billy Montana (Jo Dee Messina – “Bring On The Rain,” Garth Brooks – “More Than A Memory”), Rafe Van Hoy (Tammy Wynette and George Jones – “Golden Ring,” Michael Martin Murphey – “What’s Forever For“) and Erin Enderlin (Alan Jackson – “Monday Morning Church,” Lee Ann Womack – “Last Call”)

Lo Monaco and Evan Bartels live at Mockingbird
2023-07-20 20:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Lo Monaco is an acoustic/alternative pop singer/songwriter with heartfelt lyrics, passionate vocals, and honest, emotive delivery. He writes his music from a very genuine and personal perspective, crafting engaging stories through complex melodies. Lo Monaco brings the excitement of his music to life on stage through looping and playing a mixture of his acoustic guitar and FX pedals, creating ambient sounds and percussive beats on the body of his Cole Clark. His creative practice is primarily inspired by artists such as Dallas Green, Dermot Kennedy, Bon Iver, U2, & INXS. These influences shine through in both his live and studio production.
Evan Bartels is a Nebraska born singer/songwriter living in Nashville. Evan comes from a town of 100 people called Tobias. Found on a lone stretch of highway that cuts across the Nebraskan prairie, it’s a place that offers immeasurable freedom, while threatening a life of unanswered wanting. It was here the sentiment behind his work was forged. Storytelling has always been a fixture in his writing, and Bartels continues to evolve his narratives by digging deeper beneath the surface and clinging to an authentic message. He captures a moment and fleshes it out to its barest, rawest form, thereby creating a piece of art that—regardless of genre or setting—moves the listener.

Blood Assurance Blood Drive
2023-07-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Blue of Tennessee – Cool Springs, 330 Mayfield Dr. Suite 7A, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Blood Assurance Blood Drive – One Donation can save three lives. All blood donations will remain in Williamson County and will be donated to Williamson Medical Center. Each donor will receive a t-shirt while supplies last.

Historic Walking Tours - Franklin and The Factory: Molding the 20th Century
2023-07-21 10:30 - 11:30 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 93 years of history in 45 minutes while showing you some of the shops, restaurants, and events you can enjoy today!
This tour will split time between indoor and outdoor stops and will take place rain or shine. We advise you to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress accordingly for the weather.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in with your guide at The Skylight, located just inside the front entrance in The Grand Hall.
For questions or private reservations, please reach out to Carris at 615-791-1777 or ccampbell@holladayproperties.com.
Learn more in the link below.

Bethlehem UMC Fish Fry
2023-07-21 16:00 - 20:00 | Bethlehem United Methodist Church, 2419 Bethlehem Loop Road, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
The Bethlehem United Methodist Church’s Fish Fry returns on July 21st, 2023, for its 48th year on the grounds of the Grassland church. The Bethlehem UMC Fish Fry is one of Williamson County, Tennessee’s longest-running events. Enjoy all-you-can-eat farm-raised catfish, live music, a silent auction, and a free children’s play area, all while helping support church missions. Hot dogs are available too.

Mixology Class
2023-07-21 18:00 | Morning Glory Orchard, 7690 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
Mixology Class – Morning Glory Orchard, Nolensville
Show off the next time you have friends over! Let us teach you how to use our hard cider in some of our favorite drinks and how to use our non-alcoholic ciders as mixes for classic cocktails. We will share some food, do some sampling, and you’ll take home a recipe card so you never forget the drinks you love! This is a 21+ class and includes the equivalent of 2 alcoholic drinks. You will need to show your ID before the class starts.

Family Firefly Hikes
2023-07-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Family Firefly Hikes – Owls Hill Nature Sanctuary, Brentwood
This evening program is designed to introduce young explorers to the wonders of the natural world after dark. Find out what makes owls such good hunters, why a firefly lights up, and how your vision changes in the dark. Meet our owl ambassadors, listen for night sounds, and keep an eye out for nocturnal creatures as we go on a kid-friendly hike through the meadow and orchard. This program includes an easy hike over mostly flat ground. Our trails are natural surface and hikers can expect a few spots with uneven terrain. Wear shoes suitable for hiking. Insect repellent is strongly recommended. This program is open to participants ages 4 and up.
Gate opens 1 hour before program start. Program begins promptly at noted time. No late entries. No exceptions. Pack dinner and arrive early to picnic on the grounds. We are a pack-in/pack-out facility.
June 16 & 23 and July 21, 2023 – 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm – $25/Adult+Child pair, $15 additional adult, $12 additional child – Age 4+

Nashville Shores: Dive-in Movies
2023-07-21 19:00 | Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort, 4001 Bell Rd., Nashville, TN, 37076, United States
Visit the Nashville Shores Waterpark on select Fridays in July to experience some of your favorite movies!
Dive in and enjoy a variety of family favorite films from Nashville Shores’ gigantic wave pool and watch on a state-of-the-art LED screen that measures 25 feet wide and 16 feet tall! Visit the waterpark on July 7, July 14, July 21 and July 28 beginning at 7 p.m. to enjoy the following movies:
July 7 – Minions: The Rise of Gru
July 14 – Top Gun: Maverick
July 21 – Sonic the Hedgehog 2
July 28 – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Dive-in movies are included with a paid waterpark admission ticket on that day or a season pass. The wave pool will remain open during the movie, but the waves will not be operating.
Don’t miss out on this summer bucket list event, and visit https://www.nashvilleshores.com/waterpark/ for admission, hours and additional information.

Bluegrass Along the Harpeth - Fiddlers Jamboree
2023-07-21 19:00 - 2023-07-22 22:00 | Downtown Franklin Public Square, Downtown Franklin Public Square, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Always held the 4th weekend in July, Bluegrass Along the Harpeth was started in 1991 and has had several homes in Franklin over the years. Most recently it has made it’s home on the town square. The historic backdrop is the perfect place for our weekend of music in honor of Franklin’s own Grand Ole Opry stars Sam and Kirk McGee. This festival is put on and operated by old time musicians and dancers. It’s their love for the music and its preservation that make this festival special and a not-to-be-missed event every year.
Friday night we have some of the best bluegrass bands around for a relaxing evening and end to the work week. On Saturday, you will find some of the best musicians anywhere competing in our individual instruments and band contests. In addition to all of the music, we have food and craft vendors that are sure to have something to satisfy a sweet tooth or be that one of a kind gift you have been wanting.
So what are you waiting for?! Start planning your trip to Franklin this July. We are getting ready for you!
*Proceeds Benefit Williamson County Cultural Arts Commission*

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The Sound of Music (Youth Edition)
2023-07-21 19:00 - 2023-07-23 14:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Rising Stars present The Sound of Music (Youth Edition)

The Rising Stars summer production for 2023 will be one of the most beloved musicals of all time, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music: Youth Edition. Featuring a trove of cherished songs, including “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and the title number, The Sound of Music won the hearts of audiences worldwide, earning five Tony Awards and five Oscars. The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows Maria, an ebullient postulant who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, the von Trapp family must make a moral decision. In this adaptation for pre-high school students, the content has been edited to better suit younger attention spans, but all the elements that make this show a classic are still in place.
The 2pm matinee performances will be Sing-Alongs! Those in the audience are welcomed/encouraged to sing along with the cast on the musical numbers and will be given a bag of small props to use while singing. There will also be a costume contest for audience members.
Performance Schedule:
• Friday, July 21 – 7pm (Do-Re-Mi Ensemble)
• Saturday, July 22 – 2pm Sing-Along (Do-Re-Mi Ensemble)
• Saturday, July 22 – 7pm (Edelweiss Ensemble)
• Sunday, July 23 – 2pm Sing-Along (Edelweiss Ensemble)
Please see link below for more information.

JD Souther
2023-07-21 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
JD Souther – The Franklin Theatre
Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee JD Souther is “one of the most celebrated songwriters of his generation,” writes Interview Magazine. “Raised on a steady diet of big band and jazz during his childhood, Souther has routinely returned to that music—as well as the genius songwriters of the early 20th century (Gershwin, Cole Porter)—for inspiration. On his latest studio album, Tenderness, Souther combines these musical threads, striking a perfect balance between understated jazz and the ineffable pop narratives that have been the backbone of much of his greatest work.”
JD’s latest releases include Tenderness (Sony Music Masterworks), described by Uncut Magazine as an album that connects “LA’s ‘70s golden age with the Great American Songbook,” with songs that “sound like standards themselves.” Souther has also reissued expanded editions of John David Souther, Black Rose and Home By Dawn (Omnivore Recordings), followed by a reissue of Longbrach/Pennywhistle (September, 2018 / UME).
Longtime friends Glenn Frey and JD Souther known as Longbranch/Pennywhistle originally released on the Amos label in 1969, the self-titled Longbranch/Pennywhistle may have ultimately been consigned to the side bins of the acid-rock era, but songs like “Kite Woman” and “Run, Boy, Run” serve as the literal seeds of the country-rock movement Frey and the Eagles perfected to a T. Besides navigating the success of his own fine solo career (see “You’re Only Lonely”), Souther also went on to be a chief Frey collaborator on such pivotal Eagles songs as “Best of My Love,” “New Kid in Town,” and “Heartache Tonight.”
Souther has penned countless hits for the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Roy Orbison, James Taylor, Don Henley, George Strait, Trisha Yearwood, Brooks and Dunn and others; while establishing a cult following as a performer with the Souther-Hillman-Furay Band and as a solo artist. As an actor, he has appeared in the TV Shows Thirtysomething and Nashville, among others. A passionate animal lover and advocate, JD is also involved with Best Friends Animal Society.
“Souther proves his work holds up as well as Dylan’s or Simon’s or Lennon and McCartney’s and… deserves such astute re-examination.” – JazzTimes

Movies in the Park
2023-07-21 20:00 | Pinkerton Park, 405 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Bring a chair or pack a blanket and come to Pinkerton Park for an evening movie in Franklin! This free summer movie series will begin at 8 PM or at sunset. Food trucks will be available.
FRIDAY, JULY 21 – Shrek
Check the City of Franklin, TN’s website or their Facebook page for locations and updates.
For more information please email parksinfo@franklintn.gov or call 615-794-2103.
Movies in the Park – June 9, 16, 23; July 14, 21
More event details are below.

Creative Writing Workshop
2023-07-22 09:30 - 12:00 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary – Creative Writing Workshop – Summer Series
This morning workshop offers an opportunity for those who love nature, writing, and creativity to come together and pursue all three in a small group setting (10-person maximum). Facilitated in the Amherst Writers & Artists method, this workshop is designed to nurture the inherent creative abilities of every participant. Are you curious about writing in nature or about nature? Do you regularly journal or keep a blog? Do you write professionally? Has it been years since picking up a pen? Do you want to create a writing practice for yourself?
With nature as our inspiration and subject, we’ll write to at least three prompts with an opportunity to share with the group. This is not a critique workshop. When words are brand new on the page we do not edit or perfect. We respond with what resonated in a strong way and what we remember. We’ll discuss the AWA philosophy and practices at the beginning of each workshop, and encourage participants to learn more here: Philosophy and Practices ⋆ Amherst Writers & Artists
What to bring:

Notebook and pen, journal and colored pencils, laptop — your choice!
Optional: A sack lunch to enjoy following the workshop, as well as comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent to explore the trails at Owl’s Hill.

Please plan to arrive by 9:15 am to park, get settled in our space, and prepare to begin the workshop on time.
$45 per workshop or $120 for the 3-class series (each workshop can be taken independently).

Family Fun Drum Circle
2023-07-22 10:00 - 11:30 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Family Fun Drum Circle – The Brentwood Library
Come make music together! All are welcome and no musical ability required – if you have a heartbeat, you have rhythm! A musical experience using various percussion instruments will be facilitated by Counselor and Music Therapist, Vanessa Davis.
Individual earplugs will be provided for any sound-sensitive participants.
