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Harpeth True Value Christmas Open-House
2023-11-09 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Harpeth True Value, 203 Downs Blvd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Mark your calendars for our annual Christmas Open House on November 9th from 5-8 pm!
Get ready for a jolly good time with catered food, drinks, music & fun for the whole family! Let your little ones unleash their creativity in our Kid’s Crafting Corner!
We’ve heard from the elves that Santa is making a special appearance too…
It’s going to be a magical evening that you won’t want to miss. We can’t wait to see you here for a merry start to the holiday season!?

Music City Bacon & Barrel Festival
2023-11-09 18:30 - 21:30 | The Loveless Barn, 8400 Highway 100, Nashville, TN, 37221, United States
Let’s get hog-wild as we bring together bacon-loving local restaurants and barrel-aged spirits from around the world to savor an evening of southern indulgence. Your Bacon & Barrel ticket includes unlimited samples of signature bacon-themed dishes and 15 whiskey samples, plus live music, fun photo opps, and more. Beer, wine, and full-sized cocktails will be available for purchase at the bar. This event supports TennGreen, so every sip counts.

LIVE Telescope Night!
2023-11-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
LIVE Telescope Night. Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory will open its doors so you may view our unique exhibits, engage with astronomers, and gaze at various celestial objects (weather permitting). The format is “open house” so you may arrive and depart any time during the event. Suggested for ages 8 and up.

David Nail
2023-11-09 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. The GRAMMY-nominated multi-platinum singer/songwriter’s early releases, I’m About To ComeAlive, The Sound Of A Million Dreams, I’m A Fire and Fighter, ignited his reputation as an innovator and creative risk-taker. David Nail & The Well Ravens was Nail’s next project that project liberated him and propelled him into his next adventure, his debut solo independent EPOh, 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.” That release was followed by Bootheel 2020 and Bootheel 2021, projects dedicated to the singer/songwriter’s hometown in the “bootheel” of Missouri. Nail plans on releasing more music, leaving behind any self-imposed restrictions. 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.”

Franklin Christian Academy presents Radium Girls
2023-11-10 10:00 - 2023-11-11 21:15 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Franklin Christian Academy proudly presents Radium Girls! In 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story, Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Her chief adversary is her former employer, Arthur Roeder, an idealistic man who cannot bring himself to believe that the same element that shrinks tumors could have anything to do with the terrifying rash of illnesses among his employees. As the case goes on, however, Grace finds herself battling not just with the U.S. Radium Corporation, but with her own family and friends, who fear that her campaign for justice will backfire. Radium Girls offers a wry, unflinching look at the peculiarly American obsessions with health, wealth, and the commercialization of science. Get your tickets for this fast-moving, highly theatrical production today!
November 10 – 10 AM and 7 PM
November 11 – 2 PM and 7 PM

Veterans Day Parade 2023
2023-11-10 11:00 - 12:00 | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The City of Franklin will remember and honor all veterans at its Veterans’ Day Parade being held in Downtown Franklin on November 10, 2023, at 11 a.m. The parade is a joint effort of the City and local radio station WAKM AM-950.
The parade route travels down Main Street, from Five Points to Second Avenue. JROTC units and/or marching bands from Williamson County high schools will participate. The Franklin Special School District will also send a large group of students to show their appreciation to veterans.
The Parade begins promptly at 11:00 a.m. at West Main and Fifth Avenue. Prior to the parade, a reception will be held at the Williamson County Archives from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. for local veterans and their families.

Pickin’ Leiper’s Fork
2023-11-10 12:00 - 2023-11-12 16:00 | Props Antiques, 4208 Old Hillsboro Road, Leiper's Fork, TN, 37064, United States
Pickin’ Leiper’s Fork Antique & Vintage Show
The 7th annual Pickin’ Leiper’s Fork is November 10, 12-6 PM, November 11, 9-5 PM, and November 12, 9-4 PM. Shop antique, vintage, and collectibles from some of the best dealers around! Food trucks daily. Another reason to come visit Leiper’s Fork!

Franklin Civil War Historic Commission Dedication of U.S. Line Markers
2023-11-10 13:00 | Carter Hill Park, 1259 Columbia, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Civil War Historic Commission is having an event for the dedication of the two U.S. Line Markers that are on Columbia Avenue in Franklin. The line markers define the main U.S. Army defense line that was present during the Battle of Franklin on November 30, 1864. The two markers on Columbia Avenue are the first of many markers that will be installed around the City depicting the trench line.

The event will take place at Carter Hill Park at 1259 Columbia Avenue. The program will follow the Veteran’s Day parade and begin at 1:00 p.m. During the event, commissioners will discuss the importance of the markers, unveil the plaque dedicated to Dr. Sam Gant, a past commissioner who was one of the driving forces behind this project, a musical guest will perform, and light refreshments will be served.

Creative Girls Rock Charity Sneaker Ball
2023-11-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The CGR Charity Sneaker Ball is an annual black-tie fundraiser event established in 2019 to support Creative Girls Rock®. Proceeds from the event are used to partner with other 501c3 organizations to create additional programming for young girls and women, ages 6 and up, that align with Creative Girls Rock’s mission of providing free creative arts programming for young girls and women around the world.

HeavyDrunk and The Heavy Horns with Small Town Fair and Special Guests
2023-11-10 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
HeavyDrunk and The Heavy Horns with Small Town Fair and Special Guests – The Franklin Theatre
HeavyDrunk and The Heavy Horns return to the Franklin Theatre on November 10th supporting the new album, “You Don’t Know Me.” This is HeavyDrunk’s third full length recording and Rob revives the big soul band featuring plenty of brass and soulful background.

Shelli Huether Veterans Day Honor Run
2023-11-11 06:30 | TN
Join us Saturday, Nov. 11th in Brentwood, TN (Nashville, TN area) for this Veterans Day Honor Run, Walk, and Ruck. This special event pays tribute to the sacrifices and service of all our veterans while honoring our friend Shelli Huether. You can run, walk, or ruck your way through a 5k, 10k, or 8-hour ultra marathon. The course is a 0.8-mile loop around Granny White Park. The 5k will be 4 loops (technically 3.2 miles), and the 10k will be 8 loops (technically 6.4 miles). If you register for the 8-hour ultra marathon, the goal is to walk, run, or ruck as many loops as you can in that time frame. This is a chip-timed race. Celebrate and honor the dedication of our veterans with every step!
REGISTRATION ENDS: Friday, November 10th, 2023 at 12:00pm CST.
RACE DAYSCHEDULE:
6:30am: Packet pick-up
7:45am: Announcements & National Anthem
8:00am: 5k, 10k, and 8-hour participants all begin
8:25am: Awards Ceremony for 5K
8:50am: Awards Ceremony for 10K
4:00pm: Awards Ceremony for 8-Hour Participants
Click here to learn more.

HCC Veterans Day Rally
2023-11-11 07:00 - 14:00 | Global Motorsports Performance Center, 1690 Mallory Lane, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Cars and Caffeine, FCM Cares Car Show, Cars on the Lawn

HCC Veterans Day Rally and Cars On The Lawn will take place on Saturday, November 11, 2023, starting at Global Motorsports Performance Center in Brentwood, Tennessee.
7-9 AM Meet at Global Motorsports Performance Center 1690 Mallory Ln in Brentwood for Cars and Caffeine
9-9:45 AM Drive from Global to FCM Cares Car Show at 521 Old Salem Rd in Murfreesboro, TN
9:45 to 11 AM FCM Cares Car Show. Auction at 10:30 for cool car related experiences and products
11 to 11:45 Drive to Cars on the Lawn at 5319 Leipers Creek Road in Franklin, TN
11:45 to 2 PM. Cars on the Lawn and Catering by Hogwood BBQ

Fall Color Hikes
2023-11-11 09:30 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Fall is upon us! Join our guides for an expert-led hike following the progression of fall at Owl’s Hill. This series of guided walks is just for adults and teens. Walks begin promptly at 9:30; reservations required. Cameras and binoculars welcome.
This is a moderately strenuous hike, open to age 15+ . Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
October 7, 14, 21, and 28; November 4 and 11, 2023
9:30am
Cost $15/hiker

Saturday Morning Art Club
2023-11-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Oasis Health Center, 3015 Belshire Village Dr., Suite 204, Spring Hill, TN, 37174, United States
The Saturday Morning Art Club meets from 10am-noon.
Make time for yourself and your creative voice. Satisfy your curiosity for creativity by exploring new techniques, tools and processes.
We are exploring watercolor in November and painting this fun little snowman in the woods. Paint covers almost every inch of the surface on this one. Learn a couple of new techniques with water splatters, using a rigger or liner brush and finding all of the “colors” in snow! It was hard painting this guy on a beautiful 70 degree day, but cooler weather is just around the corner… join me at the November SMAC Workshop!
No experience required.
The Workshop will meet at Oasis Health Center, 3015 Belshire Village Dr, Suite 204, Spring Hill, TN.
Class fee is $45. ALL supplies, instruction and new friends included.

Cross Stitch & Talk
2023-11-11 10:00 - 16:00 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Cross Stitch & Talk – The John P. Holt Brentwood Library
Gather together to stitch and talk about this awesome hobby!
Raffle at 1 pm!
What to bring:
• WIP(s) to work on.
• Any stash you would like to donate to a future raffle.
• *OPTIONAL* a snack to share
Free program.
Ryann Mack is a cross stitch pattern designer who has been creating artwork for a decade. She is known for modern and pop culture twists on classic pattern design styles.

Christmas Open House
2023-11-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Sanctuary South, 158 Front Street, Suite 104, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
So excited for this year’s Christmas Open House. Walk into our winter wonderland. Shop for the latest in home decor, fashion, and gifts. Food & drinks will be served by Sheila Moore. AND our biggest giveaway yet. Make a purchase anytime between the open house and Black Friday and you’ll be entered to win a $500 gift card. Let’s eat, drink, and be Merry. Bring a friend.

"Down a Country Road V" Art Show
2023-11-11 10:00 - 2023-11-12 17:00 | THETA General Store, 2278 Les Robinson Road, Columbia, TN, 38401, United States
Visit this wonderful art exhibit at Theta General Store every weekend between Saturday, November 11th – Sunday, December 10th from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Featuring the Art and Books of Buddy Jackson, John McEuen, Val Adams, Lisa Kavass, Karen Brooks, Kimiko, John Fisher, Nathan Collie, Anne Goetze, and John Partipilo.
Music with Ricky Rector, Suzi Ragsdale, Karen Brooks, and Jamie Kindleyside.
Give them a call for more information.
Dates: 11/11/2023, 11/12/2023, 11/18/2023, 11/19/2023, 11/25/2023, 11/26/2023, 12/2/2023, 12/3/2023, 12/9/2023, 12/10/2023

Kendra Hudson | Author Event | Children's Book Reading & Signing
2023-11-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E Main, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us for an author event with Kendra Hudson, author of Flying Through Nashville, on Saturday, November 11th from 11am to 1pm in the children’s room at Landmark Booksellers!

Steve Woodruff | Author Meet & Greet, Book Signing
2023-11-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E Main, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Please join us on Saturday, November 11th from 2-4pm for clarity-fueled communications with author Steve Woodruff, as he guides us through the practice of using the fewest words to make the biggest impact.
Known as the King of Clarity, Steve is a consultant and author who has helped many professionals – from solo consultants to Fortune 100 pharmaceutical companies – with their communications strategy and messaging. He is best known for a suite of facilitated workshops and keynotes to help teams become more effective in all forms of corporate communication and collaboration.
Steve’s latest work, The Point, explains how any human being – over 8 billion and counting – can design effective communications through 4 simple rules and 8 intuitive tools. This book unveils how the overloaded human brain wants information packaged, and how to craft brain-friendly messages that break through the noise.
From emails to sales pitches, workshops to resumes, Steven Woodruff’s Clarity Fuel Formula is the universal recipe for communications success that you won’t want to miss!

Nashville Singles Night at The Skylight Bar
2023-11-11 17:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Mix and mingle with other singles from around Nashville and Franklin at The Skylight Bar in downtown Franklin, inside The Factory at Franklin!

Bourbon Bash 2023
2023-11-11 18:00 - 22:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Welcome to Bourbon Bash 2023!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of bourbon, fun, and good vibes. Join us in downtown Franklin at Liberty Hall at The Factory at Franklin for a one-of-a-kind event. Sip on the finest bourbons, mingle with fellow bourbon enthusiasts, and indulge in delicious bites. With live music from Ronnie Bowman & the Tim Shelton Syndicate, a silent & interactive LIVE auction, and a lively atmosphere, this is the ultimate bourbon fundraiser you don’t want to miss. This year we’re raising money for the Freedom & Whiskey Foundation to benefit Special Operation Forces. TICKET includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and TWO cocktails. A cash bar will also be available and of course, some of your favorite distilleries will be sampling their various expressions of whisky & bourbon. Mark your calendars and get ready to raise your glasses to these military giants at the Freedom & Whiskey Bourbon Bash 2023!

Dearest Pauline
2023-11-11 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
“Dearest Pauline: A Local WWII Healer Writes Home”
A Special Veterans Day Performance
Letters by Dr. Price Hope Duff

Stageplay by Paula Hope Blackman
Original Music by Jordan Lehning and Caitlin Rose

In honor of Veterans Day, all active and retired service members are encouraged to attend the performance for free. To do so, please visit the box office in person to receive your complimentary ticket.

Military Appreciation Day
2023-11-12 09:00 - 16:00 | Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN, 37211, United States
Military Appreciation Day at the Nashville Zoo
In gratitude for the commitment, bravery and sacrifices made by those who serve our country, Nashville Zoo and Regions Bank invite active military personnel, military veterans and their immediate families to receive free admission during Military Appreciation Day on Sunday, November 12. Advance reservations are not required. See below for redemption instructions.

"The Power of Paper"
2023-11-12 13:00 - 16:00 | The Copper Fox Gallery, 4136 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join The Copper Fox Gallery in Leiper’s Fork, for the opening of “The Power of Paper” featuring artists Valerie Dunning Edwards and Lisa Jennings.

Wild About Turkeys
2023-11-12 14:00 - 15:30 | Stoney Creek Farm, 4700 Coe Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Wild About Turkeys
Sunday, November 12, 2-3:30 pm
Cost: $25 per child, parents and grandparents are FREE
Learn the surprising history of wild turkeys in Tennessee and make a fun turkey craft to take home. You may even spot the flock of wild turkeys who call Stoney Creek Farm their home!

A Story To Tell…featuring Mavis Staples
2023-11-12 19:00 - 21:30 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Get ready to be mesmerized by the legendary Mavis Staples as she takes the stage. This in-person event is your chance to witness her soulful voice and captivating storytelling firsthand.
Mavis will be joined by Tommy Sims and Tom Douglas as well as other special guests. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the magic of Mavis Staples in an intimate setting. Mark your calendars and get ready for a night filled with music, memories, and a story that will touch your heart.
This event is a fundraiser for the African American Heritage Society.

Nick Lowe’s Quality Rock & Roll Revue
2023-11-12 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Nick Lowe’s Quality Rock & Roll Revue – The Franklin Theatre
Nick Lowe has made his mark as a producer (Elvis Costello-Graham Parker-Pretenders-The Damned), songwriter of at least three songs you know by heart, short-lived career as a pop star, and a lengthy term as a musicians’ musician. But in his current ‘second act’ as a silver-haired, tender-hearted but sharp-tongued singer-songwriter, he has no equal.
Starting with 1995′s ‘The Impossible Bird’ through to 2011′s ‘The Old Magic,’ Nick has turned out a fantastic string of albums, each one devised in his West London home, and recorded with a core of musicians who possess the same veteran savvy. Lowe brings wit and understated excellence to every performance, leading Ben Ratliff of the New York Times to describe his live show as “elegant and nearly devastating.”
Los Straitjackets are the leading practitioners of the lost art of the guitar instrumental. Using the music of the Ventures, The Shadows, and with Link Wray and Dick Dale as a jumping off point, the band has taken their unique, high energy brand of original rock & roll around the world. Clad in their trademark Lucha Libre Mexican wrestling masks, the “Jackets” have delivered their trademark guitar licks to 16 albums, thousands of concerts and dozens of films and TV shows.
Together Nick & The Straitjackets have toured extensively around Europe and the United States, and are releasing an EP of new songs in June 2017.

National Pickleback Shot Day at The Skylight Bar
2023-11-14 12:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate National Pickleback Day with us at The Skylight Bar in downtown Franklin, located in The Factory! Discounted pickleback shots are available all day long.
About The Factory at Franklin
The Factory at Franklin is a unique, historic retail and entertainment complex that houses a variety of restaurants, storefronts, and event spaces.

Ladies Night at the Harpeth
2023-11-14 18:00 | Harpeth True Value, 203 Downs Blvd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Ladies’ Night is back! Mark your calendars for Tuesday November 14th at 6PM for our eagerly awaited Ladies Night!
Here’s what’s in store this time:
Learn the art of Christmas tree decorating from our pro, Molly.
Learn how to properly care for your poinsettias from our gardening expert Kaylee.
Get tips on how to beautifully decorate your mantelpiece for fall or Christmas.
Desserts and drinks will be provided for guests to enjoy as you soak in the knowledge and share the fun.
Space is limited with just 40 spots available. Please RSVP to secure your place, the 40 ladies who RSVP will receive a special Ladies’ Night gift! Plus get access to exclusive discounts on the night.
To RSVP you can do either of the following:
• Call us at 615-794-3641
• Confirm your attendance on the Ladies’ Night Facebook event page
• Visit us in person at 203 Downs Blvd, Franklin TN

Redbird Common
2023-11-14 19:30 - 21:30 | TN
Redbird Common is a writers-in-the-round music series consisting of exclusively CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) artists and songwriters sharing their songs and the stories behind them.
