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BEYOND BOURBON
2023-09-27 19:00 (America/Chicago) | OZ Arts Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville, TN, 37209, United States
BEYOND BOURBON – A BENEFIT BASH FOR OZ ARTS NASHVILLE

OZ Arts’ popular fall fundraiser invites guests to enjoy top-shelf sips, delicious food, tempting auctions, and more. All proceeds support OZ Arts’ mission to create innovative and accessible artistic opportunities for artists, audiences, and students in Middle Tennessee.
Click here to learn more.

18th Annual HBA Celebration Dinner
2023-09-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
We are a grassroots, non-profit organization and depend on the generosity of donors to help us fund our programs and operating budget. We’ll soon break ground on four new THDA CHDO homes and your partnership will help offset rising construction and land costs while granting the gift of home-ownership to our workforce and neighbors. All funds stay locally to enhance the downtown Franklin historic community. To make this mission possible, we will need to raise funds for the following:

$70,000 – road constructions to allow access to two homes
$532,000 – total land cost for all four homes.
Update Technology Center
Rehab Program (Average of 30 homes per year)
Administrative & Operating Costs

We will be celebrating our HBA’s 18th Annual HBA Celebration Dinner at the Williamson County Ag Center. This is our largest fundraiser of the year. We will have an virtual interactive silent auction that you can compete with fellow patrons anywhere in the world. Live musically talent will be lead by the lovely Charles & Tanya Harris with an explosive performance. We will serve our special Uncle Nearest Cocktail drink partnered with Epic Beverages. There will be an open cigar lounge provided by for all your spicy & bold preferences. This is definitely the event of the year that you don’t want to miss. Click the link below for more information. We will see you there!
18th Annual Celebration HBA Dinner (https://hardbargainassociation.ticketspice.com/hard-bargain-associations-18th-annual-celebration-dinner)

Meet the Astronomer Talk + Telescope Viewing
2023-09-28 19:00 | Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Tonight’s talk: Counting black holes in a café
We believe that at the heart of every galaxy, there lies a black hole. When galaxies merge, their black holes couple up, emitting gravitational waves. Millions of these binary black holes emit these waves, creating a low-frequency hum across the universe, like the background noise of people in a cafe.
Recently, researchers at Vanderbilt contributed towards the announcement for evidence of this gravitational wave background by building a galaxy-sized detector. In this presentation, learn about what we can learn about our universe from this result by people-watching in a cafe!
Bio
William Lamb is a 4th-year PhD candidate, studying astrophysics at Vanderbilt University. He is also a research assistant for the NANOGrav collaboration and the International Pulsar Timing Array. His research focuses on speeding-up analysis of pulsar timing array data to understand the source of the gravitational wave background. In his spare time, he loves to go out partner dancing, cycle, read, and brew strong opinions on brands of British tea.
This talk includes Q&A. Telescope viewings follow when weather permits.
Attendance notes:
All ages are welcome, but this talk is recommended for ages 12 and up.

You do not need to bring a printed ticket; there will be a guest list at the gate.
The exhibits on the main floor are handicapped accessible, but the Seyfert telescope on the second floor is only accessible by stairs. There are twenty steps, split by a large landing, leading to the dome. Climbing additional portable steps may be necessary to see through the eyepiece.
Notify the gate attendant if you have special parking needs.
Closed-toe footwear is suggested.
If your plans change and you cannot attend, you may invite someone you know to use your tickets/names for entry.
Because this is Vanderbilt University property, firearms and smoking are not allowed.
Please let us know when you get your tickets if someone in your group cannot climb the stairs, so we may attempt to make some accommodation with another telescope if skies are clear enough for viewing.

Address: 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood TN 37027 (NOT on the main Vanderbilt campus)
Cost: $7.18. Each person must have their own reservation. Infants do not require tickets.
NO TICKETS SOLD AT DOOR. Tickets may be purchased up to the day of the event, but please be aware this event often sells out well ahead.
NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES. THIS IS A CLEAR OR CLOUDY EVENT.
Image Credit: Olena Shmahalo/NANOGrav

Nashville Shakespeare Festival presents Much Ado About Nothing
2023-09-28 19:00 - 2023-10-01 21:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Welcome to Nashville, 1973. Experience Much Ado About Nothing performed with a blend of nostalgia and contemporary relevance! We see the past was indeed prologue in this romantic comedy of miscommunication, resulting in peace, love, and understanding. This performance is family-friendly and a treat for all ages!
Nightly Schedule:
5:15 pm – Gates Open
5:30 pm – Insight Lecture Series
6:00 pm – Pre-Show Concert Series
7:00 pm – Performance of Much Ado About Nothing

BBB 5th Annual Songwriter's Night
2023-09-29 17:30 - 22:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Get ready for BBB’s 5th Annual Songwriter’s Night on September 29th in downtown Franklin at The Factory in Franklin. The event showcases talented songwriters from Nashville performing their award-winning songs. Come and experience an exciting night of music fun, and drinks. The proceeds will benefit BBB’s Integrity Foundation & the Small Business Grants that support our Accredited Business community. Whether you’re a music enthusiast or simply looking for a great time, this event promises to deliver.

Autumn Lantern Hike
2023-09-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Autumn Lantern Hike – Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, Brentwood
Come along on a nighttime adventure! We’ll explore the woods at night by lantern light, listen for the sounds of nocturnal animals and share stories about the history of Owl’s Hill.
This program is for adventurers who are looking for a longer hike than our typical evening programs. The route is 1.5 miles of moderately challenging natural surface trail. Participants can expect moderate uphill and downhill hiking as well as areas of uneven terrain. Once the hike departs, participants are expected to stay with the group for the duration of the hike.
Pack dinner and arrive early to picnic on the grounds. We are a pack-in/pack-out facility – please plan to take your trash with you.
Ages 12+. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Gate opens 30 minutes before program start. Program begins promptly at noted time. No late entires. No exceptions.
Closed-toe shoes suitable for hiking are strongly recommended.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, participants are not permitted to carry additional sources of light (headlamps, flashlights, etc). Lanterns will be provided.

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
2023-09-29 19:30 - 2023-10-01 14:30, 2023-10-04 19:30 - 2023-10-08 14:30 | Pull-Tight Players Theatre, 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
Sept. 29-Oct. 14
Written by Dale Wasserman
Directed by Greg Grimsley
Join us for this classic, sometimes humorous, sometimes tragic peek into life behind the locked doors of a mental institution. R.P. McMurphy arrives in the dayroom and quickly becomes a rogue savior as he clashes with the authoritarian and manipulative Nurse Ratched. At stake are the hearts and minds of his fellow patients. Known to many by the 1975 film starring Jack Nicholson, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest offers a view of the tragedy of institutionalized mental health while celebrating the resiliency of the human spirit. It was last performed on the Pull-Tight stage during the 1985-86 season, in which this production’s director, Greg Grimsley, played McMurphy. Come be a part of its revival!
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
Tickets go on sale on the Monday 11 days prior to each show’s opening.

Sanctus Real
2023-09-29 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Sanctus Real – The Franklin Theatre, September 29
ABOUT SANCTUS REAL: Formed in 1996, the Ohio-based trio has seen major success over their 25-year career span, earning two GRAMMY® Award nominations, a GMA Dove Award® and six GMA Dove nominations. With a total of nine studio albums, most recently 2019’s Unstoppable God, which was the follow-up to 2018’s Changed, Sanctus Real has accumulated eight No. 1’s and eight top five singles on multiple Christian radio formats.
To date, the band has sold more than 1.2 million albums and their music has been streamed 210+ million times globally. With a cumulative radio audience totalling 3.7 billion, they also have more than 25 million lifetime YouTube streams and thousands of days clocked on the road traveling all over the world, touring with other established artists such as MercyMe, Jeremy Camp, Needtobreathe, Skillet, and more.

Majestic: a Tribute to Journey Live @ Mockingbird Theater
2023-09-29 20:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Majestic: a Tribute to Journey returns after 2 sold out shows to the gorgeous Mockingbird Theater in Franklin Sept 29th! Come sing the hits of Journey and party with us!
Grab the final tickets for this intimate and powerful show this Friday in the gorgeous Mockingbird Theater at the Factory!

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

Glorious Goldenrod
2023-09-30 10:00 - 11:30 | Stoney Creek Farm, 4700 Coe Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Glorious Goldenrod
September 30, 2023
10 – 11:30 am
Cost $25 per person
Learn all about this edible and medicinal plant, which sometimes falsely gets blamed for Fall allergies. Taste goldenrod tea and make an herbal salve to take home.
Goldenrod is a common name for many species of flowering plants in the sunflower family. Learn all there is to know about this beneficial plant in this fun-filled 1.5-hour class for all ages and abilities!
About the Teacher
Cori Williams is a lifelong learner who enjoys sharing her LOVE of God, Nature, and Sustainable
Living with everyone she meets! You can often find her exploring in the woods, hiking in the
mountains, or getting her hands dirty in the garden. As a certified preschool teacher, she most
recently served as the Assistant Director of the First Presbyterian Preschool Program in Franklin, TN.
Cori studied Early Childhood Special Education at Vanderbilt University and Early Childhood
Development at Nashville State. During her time at Vanderbilt, she received the prestigious Peabody
Innovation Award for developing a program to help poor inner-city families. She worked for the
KidTalk Project serving area Head Start centers as a behavior and language interventionist. Other
careers have included Graphic Artist at a local financial institution for over 10 years, and manager of a local animal shelter. Cori is a certified Tennessee Naturalist and currently serves on the board of the Tennessee Naturalist Program. She and her 11-year-old son are native Nashvillians and are
constantly seeking new opportunities and adventures!

2023 Music City Sports Card, Collectibles & Autograph Show
2023-09-30 10:00 - 2023-10-01 16:00 | Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The 2 Day, 2023 Music City Sports Card, Collectibles, and Autograph show is coming to Franklin, Tennessee Saturday, September 30th & Sunday, October 1st 2023 at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park!
200+ Tables of the Industry’s Top Dealers Buying and Selling.
SUPERSTAR Autographs Guests including ⭐️ “The SANDLOT” CAST ⭐️RYNE SANDBERG** ⭐️ OZZIE SMITH* ⭐️ ROGER CLEMENS** ⭐️ FRANK THOMAS ⭐️ JOSE CANSECO ⭐️ JEVON KEARSE “THE FREAK” ⭐️ CHAD “OCHO-CINCO” JOHNSON ⭐️ BOB GRIESE ⭐️ANDRUW JONES ⭐️ BOB HORNER ⭐️ RYAN KLESKO⭐️ JAVY LOPEZ ⭐️ CHRIS SABO ⭐️ RICKY “THE DRAGON” STEAMBOAT ⭐️ + Many more to be announced!
⭐️Autograph Authentication from JSA!
Located 20 minutes south of Downtown Nashville in Franklin, TN at the AG EXPO Center.
$10 Daily Admission/ VIP Packages and Autograph Tickets are on sale NOW!
⭐️ATTENTION VENDORS⭐️
Reserve your tables now!
EMAIL- Davidglaskin@gmail.com or order on the shows website.
*Ozzie Smith is a Fanatics Exclusive Athlete.
**Ryne Sandberg & Roger Clemens are Tristar Exclusive athletes.
SHOW HOURS
Saturday : 10am – 7pm
Sunday : 10am – 4pm
Daily admission is $10

Story Time with Author Susan Johnston Taylor
2023-09-30 11:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E Main, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Interactive Story Time with Author Susan Johnston Taylor in Downtown Franklin at Landmark Booksellers
On September 30th at 11 AM, Author Susan Johnston Taylor will read from her new STEM poetry collection Animals in Surprising Shades: Poems About Earth’s Colorful Creatures and share fun facts about the blue-footed booby, the poison dart frog, and many other animals.
This is a free, family-friendly event. Signed books will be available for purchase.

A Sunny Perch - Acrylic on Canvas Class
2023-09-30 14:00 - 17:00 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
A Sunny Perch – Acrylic on Canvas Class – The Brentwood Library
Bright colors bring a summer sunshine vibe to this beachy white heron. Let’s think about the last warm days of the season as we paint a somewhat abstract version of this elegant waterfowl. This 3-hour adult class is also open to teens.

Porsche Club of America Musik-Stadt Region 2nd Annual Oktoberfest
2023-09-30 16:00 - 21:00 | Global Motorsports Performance Center, 1690 Mallory Lane, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
The Porsche Club of America Musik-Stadt Region is holding its Second Annual Oktoberfest at the Global Motorsports Performance Center, 1690 Mallory Lane, Brentwood, TN 37027, on September 30, 2023, Doors open at 4 pm.
Public Welcome,
Join us for Live Music, German Food, Drinks, and Entertainment for Kids. Fun for All and All Ages. Hear songs from the chicken dance to Polka and Waltze. Sing along to Oompha Tunes performed by the “Karen and the Musik Meisters,” just as you would hear in the Beer Gardens in Bavaria. Hoist the Stein and join a toast,” Eins Zwei Gesuffa, Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit.”
For just $40, you’re “all-in”! Children under 10 with paying adults admitted Free. The price includes all-you-can-drink German Paulaner Oktoberfest Beer on tap, Domestic Wine, Soda, and a German Meal.
Children’s Entertainment from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, Face Painting & Glitter Tattooing by “Wink and Smile” Shawna Brinsfield.
Masskrugstemmen – Beer Stein Holding Contest
A Beer Stein Holding Contest, or Masskrugstemmen, is a traditional Bavarian strength and endurance contest, not a drinking one. Competitors hold a full one-liter beer stein (weighs 5 pounds) out in front of them at shoulder level for as long as possible. They must keep their extended arm parallel to the ground and not spill beer. Hold a full one-liter beer stein out in front of your body— the person who holds the Stein the longest and does not spill wins.
Festive German Attire
Dressing up for the event is highly encouraged. If you have Lederhosen, Dirndl, or Tyrolia / Bavarian hats, ware them; Cowboy Boots and Western hats are Southern Styles; Let’s try Bavarian Trachten.
Tickets are Limited and can be purchased only on the Club’s website. msknew.pca.org.
NO Tickets are available at the event!
View The Full Program Here!
You do not want to miss this event!
Keep informed by checking the event’s Facebook Page. Musik-Stadt Oktoberfest.
About Porsche Club of America Musik-Stadt Region
The Musik Stadt Region (MSK) of the Porsche Club of America (PCA) currently has over 1000 members within the Middle Tennessee area. Musik Stadt Region was organized due to a chance meeting between Chuck Eldred and John Hudson at a gas station in Brentwood, TN, in 1981. Both Porsche owners agreed that Nashville should have its own PCA region and decided to work together to make it happen. Chuck was a DJ on FM 106 and had the means to publicize an organizational effort on his show. John’s role was to handle all the administrative details to get a charter from PCA.

OctoBRAfest 2023
2023-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 | OctoBRAfest, 801 Percy Warner Blvd., Nashville, TN, 37205, United States
3rd Annual OctoBRAfest! Benefitting Breast cancer Recovery in Action (BRA)
Join BRA for a night of craft beer, food, a silent auction, and fun to raise funds to further their mission to support Breast Cancer survivors.
Learn more about BRA and OctoBRAfest, today!

Mardi Gras Krewe Party
2023-09-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Izzy’s Feel Good Food, 901 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
My Friend’s House Krewe Party will take place in Franklin, Tennessee on September 30th, at Izzy’s Feel Good Food. Meet the Royal Court Couples who are raising money to support My Friends House’s mission to serve at-risk youth in Middle Tennessee. Bid on items from local businesses at our silent auction tables! Food and drinks are available for purchase! All ages are welcome!

Westhaven Porchfest: THE FRONTMEN
2023-09-30 19:00 | Magli Green located in Westhaven Town Center, 191 Front Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate Westhaven Porchfest with us on September 30th!
Join us for a day of fun and festivities as we celebrate Westhaven Porchfest. This popular annual event brings friends and neighbors together to celebrate middle Tennessee’s incredible musical influences while enjoying the beautiful Westhaven community. From free live music around the neighborhood during the day to delicious food and drinks, to the ticketed evening concert, there is something for everyone.
This years evening concert features THE FRONTMEN – comprised of 3 former lead singers, Larry Stewart (Restless Heart), Richie McDonald (Lonestar) and Tim Rushlow (Little Texas) – is country music’s hottest new supergroup. The men have already mastered the stage, succeeded on radio and nightly take sold-out audiences on a rollercoaster of 90’s nostalgic smash hits then transcend their past hit parade with fresh new & original songs that are unmistakably THE FRONTMEN today! 3 Dynamic voices, 30 #1 Hits with over 30 Million Records sold!
Get your tickets now and secure your spot. Limited tickets are available, so act fast and take advantage of our special early bird pricing. You won’t want to miss this Westhaven favorite!
The General Admission area is open seating on Magli Green with access to food, beer, wine, and cocktails for purchase. Early bird tickets are available for $49, $59 after July 14th.
The VIP Experience includes exclusive access to our new VIP area on Magli Green in the heart of the music with hors d’oeuvres and desserts meticulously crafted by Executive Chef Manlio Melloni and his team from the Westhaven Golf Club. Experience the private lounge, two bars and two complimentary cocktails. You will have access to the exclusive stage-front viewing areas (seated and standing) along with treats from Sweethaven. Early bird VIP tickets are available for $170, $195 after July 14th.
Proceeds will benefit The Westhaven Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization. Visit WesthavenFoundation.org for more information. Sponsorships are still available. Please contact Mark McCutcheon for more information: mark@westhavenfoundation.org.
Doors open at 5:30 pm and the show starts at 7 pm.
Visit www.westhavenporchfest.org for more information on the free daytime events, FAQs, etc.

Cabaret On Stage - Emily Skinner: Broadway My Way
2023-09-30 20:00 | James K. Polk Theater – Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville, TN, 37243, United States
Tony Award® nominee Emily Skinner has captivated audiences around the world with her rich, expressive singing voice and vivacious, magnetic stage presence. Experience this “true Broadway Great” (USA Today) in her special solo concert celebration. BROADWAY, MY WAY is a dazzling evening filled with glorious music by landmark composers.
Studio Tenn and Tennessee Performing Arts Center co-present their unique Cabaret On Stage series for a third exciting year. The 2023 Cabaret On Stage series features three intimate evenings on the stage in TPAC’s Polk Theater with legendary Broadway performers, including JASON DANIELEY (The Full Monty, Pretty Woman: The Musical); KEN PAGE (CATS, The Wiz) and EMILY SKINNER (Side Show; Billy Elliot; New York, New York).
Studio Tenn is a professional regional theatre company based in Franklin, Tennessee. 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 legendary performers and musicians. For more information about its 2022-23 season, visit StudioTenn.org.

34th Annual Antique & Classic Car Show
2023-10-01 09:00 - 13:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Antique & Classic Car Show at The Factory at Franklin, Downtown Franklin
The Williamson County Battlefield Region Antique Automobile Club of American (A.A.C.A.) proudly announces their 34th annual classic car show slated for Sunday, October 1, 2023 at The Factory at Franklin in historic downtown Franklin, Tennessee.
Participation in the show is open to any and all cars and trucks & motorcycles.
O’Reilly Auto Parts & Middle Tennessee Electric are the show’s primary sponsors.
In keeping with years past, most of the show proceed(s) will directly benefit local Williamson County charities and/or non-profit organizations.
For more information and to see the 2023 Car Show Classes click here.

Bob Ross Certified Oil Painting Workshop - Alien Landscape
2023-10-01 13:30 - 16:00 | Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd W, Fairview, TN, 37067, United States
Join Certified Ross Instructor ® Quintin Burlingame as he leads students of all skill levels through the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet technique ®. In this painting, students will paint a scene of purple mountains, a turquoise sky, and red plant life on a black 12×16 canvas. All materials needed to complete the painting are provided by the instructor. Ages 11 and above is allowed but ages 13 and above is recommended.

BrightStone's 22nd Annual Jim Hinton Memorial Golf Benefit
2023-10-02 07:10 - 14:00 | The Governors Club, 9681 Concord Rd., Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Join BrightStone at The Governors Club in Brentwood, Tennessee, the premier private golf club community of Middle Tennessee. You don’t have to be a golfer to participate! Anyone can sign up to be a “support partner” and help fundraise for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. And, anyone can donate.
The annual golf benefit is BrightStone’s largest fundraiser. Now in its 22nd year, the Jim Hinton Memorial Golf Benefit has raised over $3,000,000 for adults with special needs! This event would not be possible without the support of The Governors Club who hosts the event each year.
OCTOBER 2, 2023
7:10 am-Warm Up & Breakfast
8:10 am-Welcome
8:30 am-Shotgun Tee-Off
1-2 pm-Lunch/Awards

Farm to Table(aux)
2023-10-03 18:00 - 22:00 | OZ Arts Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville, TN, 37209, United States
Come join STARS Nashville for their Farm to Table(aux) event, which will include Tableaux Vivants (living art) inspired by Peter Max, farm-to-table cuisine, an open bar, artful auctions, and a Mystere Box raffle. All funds raised benefit STARS Nashville’s mission of helping young people pursue their unlimited potential by providing hope, health and connection.
Come eat, drink and be artsy with us! We hope to see you there.

Shinedown The Revolutions Live Tour with special guests Papa Roach and Spiritbox
2023-10-03 18:50 | FirstBank Amphitheater, 4520 Graystone Quarry Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Shinedown The Revolutions Live Tour with special guests Papa Roach and Spiritbox to perform in Franklin, Tennessee at FirstBank Amphitheater on October 3, 2023, at 6:50 PM.
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.

National Coffee With A Cop Day At White Bison Coffee
2023-10-04 08:00 - 09:00 | White Bison Coffee – Franklin Store Location #6623, 1316 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
White Bison Coffee plans to celebrate Coffee With A Cop on Wednesday, Oct. 4. Join us at either of the following White Bison Coffee locations from 8-9 a.m. for coffee and conversation with local law enforcement:
Murfreesboro Rd- 1316 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin, TN 37064
Carothers Pkwy- 5060 Carothers Pkwy, Franklin, TN 37067
Free coffee will be offered to all police officers in attendance.
Coffee with a Cop is a day dedicated to encouraging communication and positive interactions between law enforcement agencies and the public. During the 8:00 hour, we want to support dialogue between police officers and local residents, over delicious cups of coffee.
We will host as many local police officers as are interested in our efforts to strengthen the relationships between police officers and the citizens they serve. We hope to see you there!

Slippery When Wet - The Ultimate Bon Jovi Tribute
2023-10-04 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Slippery When Wet – The Ultimate Bon Jovi Tribute – The Franklin Theatre
Slippery When Wet – The Ultimate Bon Jovi Tribute has taken exact live arrangements from Bon Jovi’s 2000 Crush tour, the 2002 Bounce tour, the 2005 Have a Nice Day tour, the 2008 Lost Highway tour and the 2010 The Circle tour. Another milestone that the band has achieved is that they have tracked 14 Billboard top ten singles of which 8 of those went straight to number 1. Slippery When Wet has played over 1800 shows all across the world and the bands’ shows are the most attended and the highest grossing of any Bon Jovi Tribute band in the country.

Authorfest at Landmark Booksellers
2023-10-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E Main, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us for an exciting day of author events on Thursday, October 5!
11am | Bandersnatch Books Authors
– Carolyn Clare Givens, author Rosefire and The King’s Messenger
– Stephen Hesselman, illustrator The King’s Messenger
– Mark T. Collins, author When Going on a Dragon Hunt
– Jonny Jimison, illustrator When Going on a Dragon Hunt
– Millie Florence, author The Balter of Ashton Harper
– Loren G. Warnemuende, author Daughter of Arden: Exile and Wandering
– Ken Priebe, author/illustrator of Goblabet: An Alphabetical Murder Mystery with Goblins
12pm | Linda MacKillop for her book Hotel Oscar Mike Echo
1pm | Summer Rachel Short for her book The Legend of Greyhallow
2pm | Carolyn Leiloglou for her book Beneath the Swirling Sky
3pm | Mitali Perkins for her book Holy Night and Little Star
Feel free to pop in and out throughout the day. Each author will be talking about their books, answering questions, and signing books. We can’t wait to see you there!

Von Elrod’s Annual Oktoberfest Celebration 2023
2023-10-05 17:00 - 2023-10-08 21:00 | Von Elrod’s Beer Hall & Kitchen, 1004 4th Ave. N., Nashville, TN, 37219, United States
Von Elrod’s Beer Hall and Kitchen is hosting its 2023 Oktoberfest party October 5-8. No tickets are required.
As Nashville’s only beer garden well-loved by locals and visitors, Von Elrod’s is known for casual dining, drinking and community with a larger-than-life, celebratory atmosphere in the heart of Germantown.
The Nashville Oktoberfest has something for everyone, and there’s no better place to celebrate than at Von Elrod’s with a stein of Märzen beer. Guests can enjoy a live DJ, freshly baked pretzels and housemade sausages and compete in stein-holding contests in Von Elrod’s newly enhanced beer garden.
Von Elrod’s Annual Nashville Oktoberfest Celebration 2023
Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023

5 pm – 11 pm: DJ Guy Fell in the Beer Garden
Stein Holding Contests throughout the evening.

Friday, Oct. 6, 2023

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Biscuits, BAMs, & Beers
5 p.m. – 11 p.m.: DJ Guy Fell in the Beer Garden
Stein Holding Contests throughout the evening

Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, *21+ ALL DAY*

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Biscuits, BAMs, & Beers
10 a.m. – 11 p.m.: DJ Guy Fell in the Beer Garden
Stein Holding and Costume Contests throughout the day

Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Biscuits, BAMs, & Beers
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: DJ Guy Fell in the Beer Garden
Stein Holding Contests throughout the day

Emily West
2023-10-05 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Emily West – The Franklin Theatre
Emily West is an American singer-songwriter, actress born and raised in Waterloo, Iowa. West moved to Nashville at the age of 18 where she signed a publishing deal with Warner Chappell and soon after, signed with Capitol Nashville. Nominated for vocal event of the year for the ACM awards with her moving duet with Keith Urban for Blue Sky, a song co-written with Gary Burr.
