Grease
2018-05-25 19:00 (America/Chicago)
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Friday May 25 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Music City Jazz Festival
2018-05-25 17:00 - 2018-05-26 19:00
Music City Jazz Festival is more than an outdoor concert, it’s an event! It’s a place to people-watch, eat, drink, mingle, relax soak in the rays, and of course hear some of the coolest music performed by national recording smooth jazz artist. The Jazz Festival will feature classy veterans who have set the standard to young lions taking the jazz scene by storm, all capturing the spirit of smooth jazz that knows no boundaries in exhilarating, intimate performances.
To purchase tickets and for more information see website.

Grease
2018-05-24 19:00
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Thursday May 24 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Leiper's Fork Farmer's Market
2018-05-24 15:30 - 18:30
Visit the Leiper’s Fork Farmers Market, celebrating the land and its blessings, every 4th Thursday of the month from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The market runs May~Oct and will feature local food, music and The Land Trust for Tennessee.

Berry Farms Farmers Market
2018-05-22 16:00 - 19:00, 2018-05-15 16:00 - 19:00, 2018-05-08 16:00 - 19:00
The Farmers Market at Berry Farms is a Summer market that operates every Tuesday from May 1st through October 23rd. Market hours are 4:00-7:00 pm and is located in the Berry Farms Town Center at the intersection of Lewisburg Pike and Goose Creek Bypass.

You’ll find a wide variety of fresh and local produce, meat, dairy, baked goods and more at the Berry Farms Farmer’s Market. The market is a producer-only market, so everything you see is homegrown or handmade. Wondering what’s in season this week? Check out this seasonality chart from Pick TN Products.

Grease
2018-05-20 14:00
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Sunday May 20 at 2 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

John McEuen & Friends "Circle"
2018-05-19 20:00
John McEuen & Friends “Circle” – The Franklin Theatre
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
Multi-instrumentalist, John McEuen, shares the legacy of his 55-year life in music. The show will cover the landmark Will the Circle Be Unbroken platinum album (initiated by John), and his career with the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (NGDB), alongside a unique cast of Americana string wizards. With narrative and music of the early years, McEuen takes us on his incredible journey through hot bluegrass, rarely heard NGDB early classics and Carter Family music, all in a multi-media presentation that features archival footage. He’ll play new music as well from his recent album on Chesky Records, which was Stereophile Magazine’s Record of the Month. John was recently inducted in to the American Banjo Museum Hall of Fame.

Grease
2018-05-19 14:00 - 19:00
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Saturday May 19 at 2 p.m.
Saturday May 19 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Tennessee Renaissance Festival
2018-05-19 10:00 - 2018-05-20 18:00, 2018-05-12 10:00 - 2018-05-13 18:00
Travel back to 16th Century England. Our Village of Covington Glen comes alive with the bustle of a Renaissance Marketplace. Over 60 skilled Artisans from all over the country display their wares from silks to swords; from gems to jewels. Flavors, aromas and tastes of specialty foods and drinks greet the festival-goer. Hear the sounds of Renaissance musicians and merrymakers as they echo through the trees. Color, movement, and peals of laughter welcome those who thrill to the challenges of Games of Skill and Man-Powered Rides.
2018 Running Dates
May 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, plus Memorial Day May 28
Hours: 10am – 6:00pm
Location:
Located off Highway 96 between the towns of Franklin and Murfreesboro, the Tennessee Renaissance Festival is easily accessible from I-24, I-65, and I-840, just 25 miles south of Nashville. The festival address is 2124 New Castle Road, Arrington, TN, 37014

The Franklin Farmers Market
2018-05-19 08:00 - 13:00, 2018-05-12 08:00 - 13:00
The Franklin Farmers Market is a true Tennessee farmers market!
From produce, fruit and dairy to baked goods and meats, you’ll find delicious fresh food at the Franklin Farmers Market. And because it’s all from local farms, the variety of goods increases and changes each week through the seasons. You can taste the difference, because it all comes straight from the farm to the market, ripe and ready to enjoy. It’s Tennessee farm fresh food from real farmers, every Saturday morning at the Franklin Farmers Market. Plus, there are a select number of local crafts persons at the market too, with unique and beautiful goods for you to enjoy.
Market Hours: All Year Long, Every Saturday!
Spring/Summer Market: April thru Oct, 8am – 1pm
Fall/Winter Market: Nov thru March, 9am – 12pm

Joan Osborne Sings Bob Dylan
2018-05-18 20:00
Joan Osborne Sings Bob Dylan – The Franklin Theatre
Joan Osborne has rightfully earned a reputation as one of the great voices of her generation — both a commanding, passionate performer and a frank, emotionally evocative songwriter. A multi-platinum selling recording artist and seven-time Grammy nominee, the soulful vocalist is a highly sought-after collaborator and guest performer who has performed alongside many notable artists, including Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, Luciano Pavarotti, Emmylou Harris, Taj Mahal, and Mavis Staples, to name a few.

Grease
2018-05-18 19:00
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Friday May 18 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Touch A Truck
2018-05-18 17:00 - 20:00
Trucks, equipment, and vehicles of all shapes and sizes will gather at Jim Warren Park in Franklin, TN, where children of all ages, with parent supervision, will be welcome to touch, climb-on, and explore these amazing pieces of equipment. Music, inflatables and fun will also be available at this free family event. Food will also be available for purchase.
Fire trucks, police cars, tractors, back hoes, tow trucks, and more! Don’t miss out of this great event!

13th Annual Music & Memories with Mike Reid
2018-05-17 19:30
13TH ANNUAL MUSIC AND MEMORIES WITH MIKE REID – THE FRANKIN THEATRE

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND . . . Award-Winning Songwriter Mike Reid in FiftyForward Martin Center concert Thursday, May 17. All-Pro NFL player Mike Reid’s second career as a songwriter has resulted in many hits and awards, including a Grammy, ASCAP Songwriter of the Year and Song of the Year, and more. An engaging storyteller and entertainer, Mike will be playing songs from across his 30 years of hits, including “I Can’t Make You Love Me” (Bonnie Raitt), “Stranger in My House” (Ronnie Milsap), and “Everywhere” (Tim McGraw), as well as new songs from his recent release, “New Direction Home”.

Please see website for tickets and more information.

Grease
2018-05-17 19:00
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Thursday May 17 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Scott MacIntyre Live in Concert
2018-05-16 19:00
The Franklin Theatre – Scott MacIntyre Live in Concert
SCOTT MACINTYRE has come a long way. From his early days as a classical concert pianist to capturing the hearts of millions of American Idol viewers with his engaging presence and vocal prowess, he has never let challenges keep him from achieving his dreams. Having performed with such notable acts as The Band Perry, Alice Cooper, and the Jonas Brothers, he has traveled the globe inspiring audiences with his music and story.
To learn more about this event please visit The Franklin Theatre.

Mayor Ken Moore - State of the City Speech
2018-05-16 07:45
Mayor Ken Moore will give his eighth State of the City presentation at the Factory in Franklin at Liberty Hall on Wednesday, May 16, at 7:45 a.m. Doors open at 7:00 a.m.; light breakfast, sponsored by the Franklin Breakfast Rotary, will be provided. City Departments will have tables and booths set up to show off the City’s services and accomplishments in the past year.
The theme of this year’s State of the City is “Back to the Future.” Mayor Moore will go back in time and look at historical decisions made in the past and how those decisions are like the decisions the Board of Mayor and Alderman are making today. He’ll highlight the City’s accomplishments and projects on the horizon.
“This year we are paralleling our past with our future and the effects our decisions have on our citizens,” said Mayor Ken Moore. “I look forward to highlighting city accomplishments and showing how growth and quality of life can be accomplished together. We thank the Franklin Breakfast Rotary for partnering with the City, and the community for this event.”

An Evening of Music with TobyMac
2018-05-15 20:00
The Franklin Theatre – An Evening of Music with TobyMac
“An Evening of Music” featuring Christian Artist TobyMac. This is an Annual event, benefitting Franklin Christian Academy, and will be held on May 15, 2018, at 8pm, with doors opening at 7:30pm. Special Donor and VIP packages are available through FCA directly, or you can purchase tickets through the Franklin Theatre. The VIP packages also include a pre-show Meet & Greet with Toby Mac, and Early Entry at 6:30pm.

Grease
2018-05-13 14:00
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!

Sunday May 13 at 2 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27
See website for all dates and times.

The Sunday Market
2018-05-13 10:00 - 16:00
The Sunday Market, a Downtown Franklin Shopping Event You Won’t Want to Miss – 5/13 (Mother’s Day)
This free event is a great way to Create Community Together. Five times a year we gather local makers and pickers and have an outdoor market. Come join us in downtown Franklin from 10-4 at the Shed behind the Factory at Franklin. The event has food trucks, live music, a cooking demo, and more to round out your Sunday!

Grease
2018-05-12 14:00 - 19:00
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Saturday May 12 at 2 p.m.
Saturday May 12 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Batty for Bats
2018-05-12 10:00 - 14:00
Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary – All Ages – Saturday, May 12, 2018
We’re partnering with our friends at The Nature Conservancy for an exciting day celebrating our favorite nocturnal flying mammal, bats. Cave Program Director, Cory Holliday will be onsite for a special presentation on bats, then each registration group will build a bat box to take home. Let’s get batty!
Saturday, May 12, 2018
10:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $36/registration
Includes:
-up to 4 people per registration
-one (1) bat box kit

Iroquois Steeplechase
2018-05-12 08:00
77th Iroquois Steeplechase – Saturday, May 12, in Nashville, TN
The Iroquois Steeplechase has been Nashville’s rite of spring since 1941, attracting more than 25,000 spectators to watch the best horses and riders in the world race over hurdles on a three-mile turf track. In 2018, the race will celebrate 77 years for the Iroquois Steeplechase and more than seven decades of Music City’s annual celebration of time-honored traditions, Tennessee hospitality, and Southern fashions.
In addition to offering great entertainment, the Iroquois supports the vital work of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. The event has raised over $10 million in the last 36 years.
Percy Warner Park
2500 Old Hickory Blvd
Nashville, TN 37221

O'More Fashion Show
2018-05-10 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
O’More College of Design Fashion Show
For more than two decades the O’More Fashion Show has been a launching pad for student designers and groundbreaking talent. Over the years the runway has served as a centerpiece for original designs that are cutting edge in terms of style and technical execution.

On May 10, the show enters a new venue and a new era as the historic Franklin Theatre hosts the annual O’More Fashion Show before the College merges with Belmont University.

The 2018 show will feature the Collections of O’More’s Senior Class. It will also continue a longstanding tradition of collaborative efforts. Sophomores and Juniors will present designs created with Naia™, a fiber engineered by Eastman Chemical Company, a Tennessee-based Fortune 500 enterprise. And the Show’s opening act, contemporary dance group New Dialect, will perform in costumes designed by O’More students.

Be there for an entertaining and historic evening on Main Street in Downtown Franklin, Tennessee, and see how design has the power to transform lives.

Your patronage will directly benefit new technology for the O’More Fashion Program as it enters an exciting new chapter.

For additional information please contact Kate Oliver at O’More College of Design:

(615) 794-4254 ext. 220 or koliver@omorecollege.edu
Visit O’More’s Fashion Website For More Information CLICK HERE
Photo credits: Photographer, Jami-Lyn Fehr | Designer, Macy Harmon | Model, AMAX Talent | HMUA, Isabella Rosalen | Art Direction and Design, Kacie Williams

Grease
2018-05-10 19:00 | Jamison Theatre – The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Thursday May 10 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27
See website for all dates and times.

Earth Day - Free Activities
2018-05-07 11:00 - 16:45 | Timberland Park, Natchez Trace Pkwy, Mile Marker 437.2, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Earth Day is Sunday, April 22
Williamson County Parks and Recreation invites you to join the 1 billion people worldwide who will observe this day with earth friendly activities and education. Bring the family, and visit Timberland Park on the historic Natchez Trace Pkwy. for four FREE programs: 11:00 a.m.-Wildflower hike; 1:00 p.m.-Attracting birds to your yard; 2:00 p.m.-Wildlife hike; 3:15 p.m.-Attracting butterflies to your garden. Park admission and Earth Day events are free.
For more information about the Earth Day events call (615) 232-4154.
