Big Blue Marble Academy Franklin Open House
2021-10-05 16:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | BBMA Franklin, 1106 Battlewood Street, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
*Big Blue Marble Academy* (https://bbmacademy.com/) ** (BBMA), a leader in early childhood education known for providing infant and toddler care, preschool, aftercare, and summer camp programs, is pleased to announce that its first location in *Franklin, Tenn. is open and enrolling infants through preschool-age children!* The new school will be hosting an _*open house event.
Open House Details:
* *WHEN:* Tuesday, Oct 5, 2021, 4:00pm – 6:30pm CMT
* *WHERE:* BBMA Franklin | 1106 Battlewood Street, Franklin, TN 37069
* *WHAT:* Newly opened BBMA Franklin will be hosting an *open house* event for local parents and community members to learn more about their unique offerings. Multiple BBMA partners will be in attendance / highlighted including Alex’s Lemonade Stand, a program dedicated to raising money and awareness for childhood cancer causes and Cookies for a Cause will be onsite serving refreshments. BBMA teachers will be onsite to answer curriculum / operational questions and will be displaying books of the month, curriculum and mindfulness education pieces! The students’ “Heart Projects,” a program started by BBMA with a mission to help children understand what it means to be a good citizen, will also be featured!

Franklin Art Scene - Downtown Franklin, TN
2021-10-06 00:00 | TN
A free, monthly art crawl that takes participants through downtown Franklin’s historic buildings, and celebrates Williamson County’s unique artistic talent!
The first Friday of each month, the Downtown Franklin Association presents the Franklin Art Scene, which includes dozens of sites dispersed through an area thriving with spots listed on the National Register of Historic Places in downtown Franklin. The free event celebrates Williamson County’s local craftsmanship, and provides both the novice and the art connoisseur an opportunity to see a sweeping variety of magnificent work–from blown glass to turned wood to mixed media and more.
Many of the galleries and working studios serve complimentary refreshments during the evening, and some offer live music.
Art crawl guests may begin at any participating location on the map: Free trolley rides, provided by Williamson Source, circulate among all the stops, and patrons can jump on and off at will from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come be seen at the Scene!
The Art Crawl Features:

Complimentary Refreshments
Live Music
Free Trolley Rides
Guided Tours
Local Artists
And Much More!

For more information please visit Franklin Art Scene

Coffee With A Cop
2021-10-06 08:00 - 09:00 | White Bison Coffee – Brentwood Store Location #7123, 7112 Moores Ln., Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
White Bison Coffee will celebrate Coffee With A Cop on Wednesday, Oct. 6 from 8-9 a.m. at their 7112 Moores Ln location in Brentwood.
Coffee with a Cop is a day dedicated to encourage communication and positive interactions between law enforcement agencies and the public.
White Bison Coffee strives to strengthen the relationships between police officers and the citizens they serve, and this is a great opportunity for people to get to know their local police officers.
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White's Mercantile, Franklin, TN hosting Silhouette Artist Edward Casey
2021-10-08 13:00 - 16:00 | White’s Mercantile Franklin, 345 Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Former top-selling artist with Walt Disney World, Edward Casey, will be creating hand cut classic silhouettes $35. SIGN UP NOW!

Edward Casey is an internationally recognized, award winning silhouette artist and former top selling portrait artist with Walt Disney World. He is considered by many to be one of the best in the industry.
Using only scissors, fine quality silhouette paper and a keen eye for detail, Edward creates heirloom quality keepsakes.

Silhouettes are cut freehand in minutes without the use of mechanical devices or photographic equipment.
Edward attributes his ability to create amazing likenesses to his almost 50 years experience in portraiture.
Silhouettes make wonderful gifts for parents, grandparents, spouses or any other family member. Let Edward create an heirloom for you of your child, pet or other loved ones.
The first silhouette is $35. Additional copies of the same subject are $15 each. Optional framing will be available.
The $10 sitting fee (ticket price) is refundable if you cancel within 7 days prior to the event. The sitting fee reserves your appointment and is DEDUCTED from your total at checkout.
Major Credit Cards accepted.
No age limit. Squirmy little ones are our favorite!! Can work from your profile photos. Please schedule one appointment per person. Multiple appointments not required for additional copies of the same person.

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Great Performances: Julie Fowlis
2021-10-08 20:00 - 2021-10-09 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Part of the Great Performances Series
Julie Fowlis is a multi-award winning Gaelic singer who is deeply influenced by her early upbringing in the Outer Hebridean island of North Uist. With a career spanning five studio albums and numerous high profile collaborations, her ‘crystalline’ and ‘intoxicating’ vocals have enchanted audiences around the world.
October 8th – 8:00 PM
October 9th – 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
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Nashville Babypalooza Baby & Maternity Expo
2021-10-09 10:00 - 15:00 | CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Nashville Babypalooza Baby & Maternity Expo at the Cool Springs Galleria in Franklin
Join us at the Cool Springs Galleria on Saturday, October 9, 2021 from 10AM to 3PM for the Nashville Babypalooza Baby Expo. A free baby and maternity experience connecting you to the information resources you need for pregnancy and caring for baby and other new and expectant parents! It’s a day of fun and education, helping you prepare for parenthood! Presented by Vanderbilt Health and the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.
You will get to meet with prenatal and postnatal health providers, attend parenting workshops, see demonstrations of the latest baby gear, and local baby and maternity vendors.

Attend BabypaloozaU, informative seminars from area experts to answer the most common prenatal and postnatal questions.
Learn everything you need to know about taking care of baby with our Baby 101 seminars, including safe sleep, car seat safety, child care, infant CPR, babywearing, and more.
Meet direct with the top baby brand reps and demonstrate the latest baby gear. You get to try and WIN the best strollers, car seats, high chairs, breast pumps, and more!
To help you know what’s available in your community, we’ve gathered local resources, services, and boutiques for you to visit. From local mom groups to photographers to preschools, visit with them one-on-one in-person or virtually through live feeds.
Babypalooza is fun! Play baby bingo and more in the Baby Shower room
Earn points for a chance to win the Ultimate Giveaway.
Receive a Virtual Swag Bag filled with digital offers from our partners.
Pop into the Mommy Mingle to chat with other new parents.

Babypalooza is the place to get connected! If you’re thinking of having a baby, just found out you are expecting, or have had or adopted a child in the last twelve months, then Babypalooza is for you.

Babypalooza is free to attend, but you must register for your free raffle ticket and receive your virtual swag bag!

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Apple and All Things Fall Festival
2021-10-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Morning Glory Orchard, 7690 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
We-Ho Makers and Growers Market Presents: Apple and All Things Fall Festival
Get ready to celebrate fall, family and friends at our first annual apple festival to be held yearly at the beautiful Morning Glory Orchard in Nolensville, TN! Nashville Craft BevCo (founder and co-owner of the We-Ho market) and Morning Glory Orchard are joining together to bring you this amazing family event. We’ll have an assortment of orchard fresh apples, cider slushies, pumpkins, mums and all sorts of fall goodies including amazing local finds in the orchard store!
Plus, shop and enjoy 30 unique vendors, Cousins Maine Lobster and Vehicle City Coney food trucks, corn hole, chicken feeding, fresh orchard air and so much more!!!
There are picnic tables throughout the orchard and you’re welcome to bring folding chairs and blankets to enjoy your day.
Free Parking
Free Admission
**This is a Nashville Craft BevCo Event**
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Celebration of Nations 2021 - Multicultural Music & Dance Event
2021-10-09 13:00 - 15:30 | Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park, 112 Everbright Ave, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Multicultural Music & Dance Event Franklin TN
Please join us Saturday Oct 9, 2021 for an entertaining afternoon filled with multicultural music & dance, German, Irish, Latin America & African.
Artist line up:

Natchez Trace Band
Sankofa African Drum & Dance
St. Rafael Latin Music
Various local acts

Video performances from Franklin’s 3 sister Cities:

Bad Soden Germany
Carleton place Canada
Abbey Leix Ireland
& much more.

All proceeds go to support Sister Cities of Franklin and Williamson County.
More information below.

The Grape Stomp Festival
2021-10-09 16:00 | TN
The Grape Stomp Festival – A Famously Fun Event and a Highlight of Things to Do in Williamson County
October 9, 2021
The Grape Stomp Festival is a famously fun event and a highlight of things to do in Williamson County, year in and out. This annual festival takes place in the fall, bringing all supporters of A Vintage Affair together for an exciting and unforgettable day! There’s no other charity event where teams and attendees enjoy food and wine tastings throughout the day listening to upbeat music and watching grapes get pulverized by feet — all in the name of raising money for women and children. Hilarious team costumes and friendly local faces make this an event unlike every other.
Times TBA. Visit WEBSITE for more information.

2021 Red Door Bash
2021-10-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Omni Nashville Hotel, 250 Rep. John Lewis Way South, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
2021 Red Door Bash, Benefiting Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee
The award-winning Red Door Bash, benefiting Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee’s free cancer support program, is Saturday, October 9, 2021 at the Omni Nashville Hotel. Join us as we raise funds for an essential Middle Tennessee nonprofit; celebrate another year of free cancer support for adults, teens and children in 15 Middle Tennessee counties; and honor several community leaders for their service and dedication, including:
Red Door Champion Award: Brian and Victoria Marger of Williamson County
Red Door Hero Award: 13 Gilda’s Club volunteer support group facilitators, including: Dana Davis, LSCW; Lynn Dunavant, MA, HSP; Pamela Duvall; Larae Heil; Cynthia Johnson, LICSW, BCD; Laura Jo Leach, LMSW; Doris P. McLay; Lanier Sachs, M.Ed., NCC; Carole Sanders; Warren Thompson, Ph.D; and J. Dawson Wells, LMSW.
Red Door Bash is co-chaired by Rae Hirsch and Erica Jacobs and tickets include reception food and beverages, access to a silent auction, a three-course meal with wine service, and valet parking. Learn more at http://RedDoorBash.givesmart.com.

ABOUT GILDA’S CLUB MIDDLE TENNESSEE

Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee, an affiliate of the Cancer Support Community, is dedicated to providing support, education and hope to all people impacted by cancer, including family members and friends of those diagnosed.
Free of charge to everyone, Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee provides a gathering place where people with cancer, as well as their families and friends, can join with others to actively involve themselves in building social and emotional support as a supplement to regular medical care. Our evidence-based programming includes support groups, healthy lifestyle workshops, mind-body classes, social activities, educational lectures and community resource information. Offering approximately 60 professionally-led support and networking groups, and more than 50 educational workshops and lectures each month, Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee is able to make a tangible difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer. We build community, so no one has to face cancer alone.

H.E.R.
2021-10-10 07:30 | FirstBank Amphitheater, 4520 Graystone Quarry Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Three letters that need no explanation. Over the course of five years, singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist H.E.R. has had an incredible journey, punctuated with inspiring projects and accolades that have quickly ascended her to superstar status. But with any journey comes moments of reflection and absorbing everything that has transpired—from celebration to moments of uncertainty. With H.E.R.’s highly anticipated album Back of My Mind, she provides all of that and more, further solidifying her place as one of R&B’s young icons.
Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, H.E.R. honed her craft at a very young age. From hitting the legendary Apollo Theater stage to early TV stardom all before the age of 13, H.E.R. had both the music and the star power within her and was a force from the start. At 14, she signed her first record deal with MBK Entertainment/RCA Records, though it was in 2016 when she emerged in H.E.R. full form. “It’s been a long, long journey,” H.E.R. expresses, “with many, many ups.”
Coming off of her recent two SOLD OUT shows at the Hollywood Bowl, this is a show you don’t want to miss!
About FirstBank Amphitheater
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, FirstBank Amphitheater is the premier entertainment experience south of Nashville.
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Apple Truck Tour - Franklin, TN
2021-10-10 08:00 - 09:30 | The Apple Truck – Franklin, Williamson Square, 1113 Murfreesboro Rd, TN, 37064, United States
Pick up boxes of delicious Michigan apples and Honeycrisp cider in Franklin, TN on October 10th from 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Pre-order recommended to guarantee availability. Oct 10, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Williamson Square, 1113 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064.

More information here!

ABOUT THE APPLE TRUCK

We bring 20 lb. boxes of fresh, Michigan apples to you. Our 2021 tour includes 90 stops in 5 states. Don’t miss the fun! Check out our tour schedule to find a location near you.
Delivering smiles….

FT Live: Rickie Lee Jones
2021-10-10 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Rickie Lee Jones is an American songwriter and musician. Her acclaimed memoir Last Chance Texaco was released in 2021.

Rickie Lee Jones is a two-time Grammy Award-winning singer (for Best New Artist 1980 and Best Jazz Vocal Collaboration in 1989), musician, songwriter, and producer. Over the course of a three-decade career, Jones has recorded in various musical styles including R&B, blues, pop, soul, and jazz standards.
Jones has spent a lifetime dancing with her muse. She is the most iconic American female singer-songwriter of her time, a woman who outlasted all her adversaries–including youth and self-destruction. A seasoned humility brings her performances an authenticity that only long-enduring musicians achieve. Her artistry is brilliantly underlined with her 2019 album KICKS. The album spans two decades (50s-70s) of pop, rock and jazz, presenting her unique and sophisticated interpretations of songs that were pivotal to her musical journey.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
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Heal Humphreys County hosted by Tayla Lynn
2021-10-11 18:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Benefit Concert for Tennessee Flood Survivors Hosted by Tayla Lynn & The Franklin Theatre

Enjoy performances by stand-up comedian Josh Wolf, a live podcast by Caroline Hobby, and duo Tayla Lynn & Tre Twitty for a night of hope and healing for Humphreys County.

Tayla Lynn’s life has all the elements of a great country song, which perhaps isn’t too surprising given she was born into the musical dynasty created by her grandmother, Loretta Lynn. Tayla’s warmth and enthusiasm make it easy to feel comfortable in her presence, whether you’ve known her for a few minutes or many years. There is a strength in her voice, truth behind her piercing blue eyes and genuine affection when she speaks of family.
But Tayla’s journey through life, like the best country ballad, has had more than its share of peaks and valleys. Her story is one of heartache and regret, but also of recovery and grace. She loves to the depths of her soul because she knows what it’s like to have a broken heart; she is gentle and kind because she has experienced abuse and loss; she sings because she has an amazing story to tell.
Tayla’s passion for singing and performing was sparked at an early age thanks to her grandmother, who often invited her to go on the road with her during the summer. “Memaw [as she affectionately calls her grandmother] gave me my first experience singing before a crowd when I was 14,” she recalls. “I wanted to sing ‘I’m a Honky Tonk Girl’ because that’s the song I remember her singing in the movie Coal Miner’s Daughter, which I used to watch over and over again.”
Later on, Tayla moved in with her grandmother after her grandfather’s death. “After about six months,” Tayla says, “Memaw asked me if I wanted to go on the road with her, which had been my life’s dream. I shared a twin bed with her in the back of the bus for a year, and that’s when she taught me how to walk the stage, sing a sad song, be funny and treat the audience like you are in their living room.”
“She always wanted to sing my songs,” Loretta Lynn says of Tayla. “That girl is a fan of country music, especially her Memaw’s. When Doo died, I wouldn’t have made it without her. She was my angel.”
Tayla’s first major musical project was as a member of the trio Stealing Angels (with Caroline Cutbirth and Jennifer Wayne). The group was signed to Skyville Records in 2007 after the three women appeared on a reality TV show together. “I got started with Stealing Angels before I made music on my own, and our primary goal was to make it on radio,” she says of her time with the band. Over a five-year period, the trio toured the country, sang for the troops in Iraq and Kuwait and made a record with veteran producer Paul Worley (Dixie Chicks, Lady Antebellum, Sara Evans). Their songs “He Better Be Dead” and “Paper Heart” both made the Billboard country chart.
“Working in a trio taught me an awesome work ethic and how important teamwork can be,” Tayla explains. “We worked tirelessly every single day; if we weren’t on the road we were writing. If we weren’t writing, we were rehearsing, doing a video, doing a photoshoot. The work was joyful, but there was no space for personal time,” she reflects. “Jennifer and Caroline are still my sisters. I love them so much and I loved doing life with them, but in the years since, I’ve really been able to find what hard work and self-reflection mean for me now that I’m my own boss.”
That combination of retrospection and tenacity has been critical to Tayla’s success, but it has come at a price. It’s impossible to speak of her achievements without acknowledging the life she’s lived in between. Her experiences are wrapped up in her music as she writes and sings her truths about love, addiction, motherhood and the coal dust that runs through her Kentucky veins.
Tayla approaches the conversation of her alcohol and substance addictions and subsequent recoveries—three in a span of 20 years, though she’s been clean since 2013—with unflinching honesty. In fact, the music she writes today tells of her path to redemption. “When I was younger I wanted everything to be crazy—wild and uninhibited,” she muses. “Now I write from a place of sobriety and recovery through faith. At the core of it, the gift I feel like I’ve been given from Him is to share my journey through music.”
In 2016, Tayla signed with indie label London Tone Music. Her first solo project, The Ranch, was an EP released later that same year. It includes a whimsical conversation between Tayla and her grandmother as well as a duet featuring the two. “I love working and writing with Memaw,” Tayla gushes. “I’ll never forget the day we recorded ‘Honky Tonk Girl.’ The minute I put the headphones on to listen to her sing harmony, I knew it was going to be a spiritual experience. She did one take and it was flawless.”
In May 2019, Tayla released “Blue in My Eyes,” as a Mother’s Day gift to her late mother, Cindy (who had passed away unexpectedly in her sleep 10 months prior) and her grandmother. It’s a song she wrote with hit songwriters Lori Mckenna and Liz Rose chronicling her relationship with her grandmother, who throughout Tayla’s life has been an idol, mentor, and now surrogate mother. The song eventually led to the idea for her next album.
After signing a record deal in September 2019 with Tracy Pitcox—a longtime friend of her grandmother’s—at Heart of Texas Records, Tayla began to work on the tribute album she released in May 2021, lovingly titled Tayla Lynn Sings Loretta Lynn. Her grandmother is billed as a co-writer on the project, which features duets with greats like Tony Booth (“Sweet Thang”) and her Aunt Patsy Lynn Russell (a reprise of her grandmother’s most-famous song, “Coal Miner’s Daughter”).
“Anytime I sing one of my mother’s songs, it fills me with such pride,” Russell says. “Getting to sing my mother’s song with my niece Tayla was pride and joy all at the same time.”
“When we were ready to record, I jumped in the truck with my babies and drove from Hurricane Mills to Brady, Texas,” Tayla says. “The boys laid on the floor of the vocal booth for three days while we made the record.” She pauses before adding, “Memaw’s photo with Ernest Tubb was on the wall behind me, so it felt like home. I have never liked the studio, but this felt like the easiest thing I’ve ever done. I had a few fans join in on Zoom to watch the recording process, so it felt more like a live show!”
I’m real proud of this record she did of my songs,” Loretta Lynn adds, fondly. “She’s got a lot of me in her, but she’s all Tayla.”
Tayla is currently on tour with Tre Twitty (Conway Twitty’s grandson); a joint album and podcast are in the works. In addition to her musical endeavors, she is also exploring acting. Tayla’s first leading role came in the 2017 faith-based film, The Least of These, directed by Mark Nicolosi. She was subsequently nominated for “Best Leading Actress” by the International Christian Film Festival for her role as Rose. She also starred in the 2020 film Why We Breathe.
Tayla and her husband, Jon, live on 30 acres connected to the Loretta Lynn Dude Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., where they are raising their two sons, Tru and Scout.

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Bush & Stone Temple Pilots
2021-10-11 19:00 | FirstBank Amphitheater, 4520 Graystone Quarry Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Two of the most legendary bands in rock – Bush and Stone Temple Pilots – announce they are teaming up for a co-headline tour and coming to FirstBank Amphitheater on October 11!
The multi-platinum bands will create an unforgettable night of music, with each group taking the stage in a different order of the revolving headline tour. Fans can expect a full set of music from both bands, playing some of the most iconic alternative rock hits in radio history.
About FirstBank Amphitheater
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, FirstBank Amphitheater is the premier entertainment experience south of Nashville.
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All Treats/No Tricks Halloween Celebration
2021-10-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Club Pilates, 4031 Aspen Grove Drive, Suite 120, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
We want to celebrate Halloween with a nod toward Retro Candy and spooky treats. Join us all weekend for treats, themed music and even some prizes! Book your classes for Halloween weekend now! Boo-fore they are full!!!
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Cool Springs October Patio Paint Party
2021-10-12 17:00 - 18:30 | CoreLife Eatery – Franklin, 401B Cool Springs Blvd., #220, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Join us on the patio for a night of food, wine, and painting in Franklin!

About this Event
Join us at CoreLife Eatery to Paint a fun halloween themed piece from our Cool Springs patio!
This Paint and Savor event provides all materials to paint your masterpiece (in your choice of colors). $30 includes a glass of wine/beer/soft drink and all materials. All participants will receive 50% off any food purchases.
Class is Tuesday, October 12th. Doors/patio open at 4pm, and class starts at 5pm.
Follow us on FB @CoreLifeFranklinTN or on IG @CoreLifeEateryTN
Joan Wilkes and Jann Stephens of Playful Palettes will be leading the class and can be found on IG @joan.wilkes or @stephensjann.
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Morning Pointe Seniors Got Talent
2021-10-12 18:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Morning Pointe Seniors Got Talent at The Franklin Theatre.

10 Seniors will perform in the Big Show “Seniors Got Talent” on October 12, 2021 at The Franklin Theatre. 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place winners will receive GRAND PRIZES at the show!

For more information go to MorningPointeFoundation.com/SeniorsGotTalent.
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Knee-High Naturalists
2021-10-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Knee-High Naturalists – Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary

Wednesdays
10 – 11:30 am

Summer: June 9, 16 ; July 14, 21
Fall: October 13, 20, 27; November 3, 10, 17

Young children, ages 3-5 years old, with an adult will explore the natural world through a series of topics lead by a Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary Environmental Educator. Each week has a different focus emphasizing working together through discovery, crafts, and outdoor exploration.
No strollers or unregistered siblings, please. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Fees are per adults/child pair.
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Off the Square Theater Company's Matilda
2021-10-14 19:00 - 2021-10-23 19:00 | Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park, 112 Everbright Ave, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Inspired by Roald Dahl’s beloved children’s novel, Matilda The Musical revels in the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. However – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils’ saving grace! Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.
Off the Square Theater Company has been bringing magic to the stage since 2015. In their aim to be a Christ centered, family, and community oriented theater company, they have produced several memorable musical theater productions such as the Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, and Annie. Coming back for its ninth production, OTS is thrilled to present Matilda the musical!
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SWEET BABY JAMES
2021-10-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Jamison Theatre – The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Sweet Baby James — The James Taylor Tribute
Nashville’s Sweet Baby James — the #1 James Taylor tribute band in the nation — plays The Factory in downtown Franklin on Thursday, October 14. Get your tickets today!
7:30 PM Showtime. Doors at 7:00 PM. Jamison Theater.
$25 Online Ahead; Reserved Seating. $35 at Door (cash only; general admission as available). Please wear a mask for everyone’s safety.
Get ready for a special evening of James Taylor music performed by Nashville’s own James Taylor tribute band, Sweet Baby James. Led by the spot-on JT vocals & guitar work of Bill Griese, and the JT-savvy rhythm section of Ryan White and Cordell Emery, Sweet Baby James recreates the timeless music of 6-time Grammy winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member James Taylor with an unrivaled authenticity you have to hear to believe! Come enjoy all of your favorites, like Fire & Rain, You’ve Got a Friend, Handy Man, Shower the People, How Sweet It Is, and of course Sweet Baby James… along with some great deep cuts.
See why audiences are raving: “The next best thing to seeing James himself,” “I closed my eyes and I thought it was JT,” and “If you‘re a James Taylor fan, you must see Sweet Baby James!”
If you love JT, don’t miss this show!
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Matchbox Rodeo
2021-10-15 19:00 - 22:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Matchbox Rodeo is an acoustic “Ultimate 90’s Duo” from the greater Chattanooga area. They have toured with national acts including 90’s stars John Berry (The Hits Tour), Jamie O’Neal, Bryan White, and Shawn Mullins. They have played at the famous Riverbend Music Festival, CMA FEST, JFEST, BB KINGS Blues Club, Puckett’s Bar, and the landmark venue Tootsie’s in Nashville and have also done several TV/Radio show appearances. They have had 6 singles released to Atlanta’s Backyard Country 94.9 The BULL Radio “Fan voted show” and have placed in the Top 5 (including the #1 spot) for multiple weeks in a row. The boys are currently booking shows for the Winter/Spring/Summer. They are billed as the “Ultimate 90’s Duo” and they play the biggest Top 40 hits from that decade including country, pop, and rock. They bring an energy to live performances and it becomes a huge sing-along concert taking people back to songs they forgot they knew. They currently are an official Spotify verified artist with several songs streaming on various platforms. Their brand new recording comes out in August called “1990 Something” which is also the name of their tour.
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FT Live: David Nail
2021-10-15 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Hailing from Kennett, Missouri, David Nail is well-respected up and down Music Row. Some might even call him a “tour de force” as his songs pull no punches in evoking the demons with which he has wrestled through much of his life. His early releases, I’m About To Come Alive, The Sound Of A Million Dreams, I’m A Fire and Fighter, ignited his reputation as an innovator and creative risk-taker yet left Nail feeling restless. This led to the departure of the the only record company home he’d ever known, MCA Nashville, where he’d formed friendships that endure even now. Through dealing with his own bout of mental illness and the feeling of needing to “rebel against what people expect you to be,” Nail began making his most “organic” work to date, David Nail & The Well Ravens, with Jason Hall and Andrew Petroff. That project liberated Nail and propelled him into his next adventure. Writing solo for the next few months led to his current EP Oh, Mother, a reflective piece of work. Of the title track, Rolling Stone noted that “the song creeps in like a sunrise — quiet, restrained cello and keys are the only underpinning for Nail’s powerful vocals at first. But then it slowly builds to something more massive and majestic.” In Nail’s own words, “My philosophy has always been, I just hope to have a good enough year that I can have a next year while staying as true to myself as I possibly can.” Find more at www.davidnail.com.
Opening Act: Karissa Ella

Tennessee Beer, Wine & Shine Festival
2021-10-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Two Rivers Mansion, 3130 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN, 37214, United States
Nashville’s Premier October Festival for the Avid Beer, Wine and Shine Aficionado!

The Tennessee Beer, Wine & Shine Festival is bringing back over 2,000 enthusiastic beer, wine and moonshine tasters to Two Rivers Mansion in Nashville. The Festival includes 100 different beers and 90 wines. This year festival organizers are bringing in moonshine to the event! Other than having access to some of the best spirits, the event features local food trucks and live music. The Tennessee Beer, Wine & Shine Festival has raised more than $400,000 for local Donelson and Hermitage charities including the Gateway Project & Exchange Family Center.
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Annual Jokers & Jackpots Gala
2021-10-16 18:30 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Bridges Domestic Violence Center will host the annual Jokers & Jackpots Gala, which will be an evening of healing through the arts. Try your luck at the casino games, participate in silent and live auctions, enjoy casual dining, and more while raising money for a worthy cause.
This event will be held at Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin on Saturday, October 16 at 6:30 PM CDT. It is our mission to help victims of domestic violence heal from the trauma and rebuild their lives from the abuse.
The individual ticket price is $95.00 USD, and you can find more information about this magical evening on bridgesdvc.org/events.
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FT Live: The Weight Band - featuring members of The Band and the Levon Helm Band
2021-10-16 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
This concert has been rescheduled for October 16, 2021. All previously purchased tickets have been automatically transferred to the new date.
We thank you for your continued support and patronage of the Franklin Theatre and remain committed to bringing you the best entertainment experience, while also seeing to the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, artists, and visitors during the coronavirus outbreak.

Performing their current album, World Gone Mad, as well as classic songs of The Band, The Weight Band is led by Jim Weider, a 15-year former member of The Band and the Levon Helm Band. The Weight Band originated in 2013 inside the famed Woodstock barn of Levon Helm. Weider was inspired by Helm to carry on the musical legacy of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group.
Years of touring have seen The Weight Band revive “The Woodstock Sound,” keeping the spirit of Americana/Roots Rock alive for audiences of all ages. They continue to keep the sound vibrant by releasing new music, evidenced by the album World Gone Mad(February 2018.) Their live set features Weight Band songs from the new album as well as fan favorites from The Band’s treasured catalog, including “Up On Cripple Creek,” “The Weight,” and “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down.”
The Weight Band includes Brian Mitchell (The Levon Helm Band), Michael Bram (Jason Mraz), Matt Zeiner (Dickey Betts Band), and Albert Rogers (The Jim Weider Band). With a US and international tour schedule slated for 2019 and beyond, The Weight Band complements The Band’s timeless legacy while pushing the music forward for new audiences.
Billboard, Relix Magazine, and others have taken notice, as have generations of The Band fans who have yearned for new material since their last studio release almost 20 years ago. The Boston Globe proclaims World Gone Mad “strikes a chord between past & present,” and the Chicago Tribune says “The Weight carries on where The Band left off.” Goldmine Magazine cited World Gone Mad as one of the best indie albums of 2018, saying the group “effectively revives and recreates The Band’s original rustic sound as a successor [and] keeps that arcane spirit alive!”
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
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FT Live: We Banjo 3
2021-10-17 16:00 - 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Debuting in the U.S. in 2012, We Banjo 3 has since emerged as fast-rising touring darlings in the country that two of the members now call home. The Galway, Ireland, and Nashville-based quartet––comprised of two sets of brothers, Enda & Fergal Scahill and Martin & David Howley––continually push musical boundaries while maintaining an unwavering devotion to the essential audience experience. WB3 seamlessly converge the shared and varied traditions of Americana, Bluegrass, and Celtic music with popsensible songcraft to create a truly unique and gratifying signature sound. Brilliantly commanded instruments––banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, and percussion––effortlessly elevate lead singer David Howley’s propulsive voice. Live on stage, their songs carry the listener along until, at the perfect moment, the band crescendos into catchy choruses with pitch perfect harmonies. We Banjo 3 deliver their music with such palpable rapport, stunning precision, and infectious energy, it’s impossible to pigeonhole what kind of listener might suddenly consider themselves a WB3 fan. With recent stunning performances at such broad ranging festivals Merlefest, BottleRock, Summercamp, ROMP, Wintergrass and others, enthusiasts of almost every genre of music are taking notice.
Actor/comedian and musician Steve Martin says of the band, “We Banjo 3…are making waves…here in America. They are playing the banjo in a style that I didn’t even know could be played like that.” Northwest Cultural Blog said, “There are few adjectives left to describe the authenticity and the electrifying experience you get when you first see/hear We Banjo 3 live on stage…It’s the incorporation of each and every one of its members, their individual charisma, their energy, their passion and their very soul, that makes them one of the greatest live musical acts the world has to offer today.”
We Banjo 3 released their 6th CD, Roots To Rise Live, in July of 2019 in conjunction of the band’s summer and fall 2019 U.S. tours. Recorded at The Ark in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the CD features a mix of original material, traditional compositions, select cover songs, and two previously unreleased tunes. The CD debuted at the beginning of August at # 1 on Billboard’s Bluegrass Albums Chart spending 4 weeks in the peak position. The band’s 2018 studio recording, Haven, spent 3 weeks at # 1 on that chart, marking the first time an Irish band held the # 1 position on this chart. When Haven re-entered the chart at # 5 in August 2019, joining Roots To Rise Live at the #1 position, WB3 made history again as the only Irish band to hold two top-5 chart positions simultaneously. Of Roots To Rise Live, Songlines Magazine reviewed “…this album by Celtgrass pioneers We Banjo 3 scorches its way through a rollercoaster set colliding their native Galway heritage with liberal helpings of blistering bluegrass and a telling nod to pop music.”
We Banjo 3 is committed to giving back to the community, and raising awareness around the issue of mental health is a cause that is dear to their hearts. Toward this effort, We Banjo 3 donate $2.00 for every t-shirt and CD sold on their U.S. tours to organizations that work to provide mental health resources. In 2019, WB3 raised $7500.00 for Mental Health America, the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the mental health of all Americans. For 2020, We Banjo 3 is pleased to partner with start-up not-for-profit Backline. Backline works to support the mental health of music industry professionals and their families by providing streamlined access to mental health and wellness services and educational resources specific to the work and lifestyle of the music industry community. For more information on Backline, visit www.backline.care.
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Fall Paint Party: Tennessee Pride Acrylic on Wood
2021-10-21 13:30 - 15:30 | Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Fulton Greer Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Come create something that will show your pride for our Tennessee Vols! Join Jann Stephens as she pumps up the crowd, guiding you through painting a wooden piece that showcases Tennessee Home spirit! This would make a perfect gift for the number one Tennessee fan in your life… but if you’re the most dedicated fan you know you can always keep it for yourself! Space is limited, sign up today!

Juke of June
2021-10-21 19:00 - 22:30 | Mockingbird Theater, 230 Franklin Road, Building 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Juke of June
Juke of June w/Sewing Club/ Olivia Grasso/ & Zack Whisler

Thursday, October 21
7:00pm – 10:30pm CDT
The Mockingbird Theater
230 Franklin Rd Bldg 6, Franklin, TN 37064

The Mockingbird Theater is Franklin Tennessee’s best live music venue!
The Mockingbird Theater offers a full bar — serving beer, wine, spirits, and food — as well as special events and productions, with an emphasis on live music. The space hosts bands of all genres on a regular basis.
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Mixed Media Art Workshop - Spooky Tree
2021-10-22 11:30 - 15:30 | The Blue Cardinal, 1911 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Just in time for the spooky season, this hauntingly cute Mixed Media canvas boasts layers of collage, paint, ink, and more!
Mixed Media Workshop – Spooky Tree instructed by Suzanne Beaumar. Rich in pattern and fun Halloween ephemera, the striking use of silhouette makes for a great decoration and conversation piece! Your completed project will be on a 12” x 16” mixed media on canvas.
Adults or 14 and up
Cost: $55
Register online or in store
Registration closes at midnight Wednesday 10/20
Please arrive promptly by 11:30 AM in paint clothes
Masks are not required at this time, but you’re welcome to wear one if you’d like.
ALL CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
PLEASE NOTE: Workshop fees are non-refundable and not exchangeable – a great deal of planning and preparing goes into our workshops and we pride ourselves on bringing value to each & and every participant so we kindly ask for your understanding regarding our policy.
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