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Arbor Day Celebration
2017-10-27 10:00 - 14:00, 2017-10-28 10:00 - 14:00, 2017-10-29 10:00 - 14:00, 2017-10-30 10:00 - 14:00, 2017-10-31 10:00 - 14:00, 2017-11-01 10:00 - 14:00, 2017-11-02 10:00 - 14:00, 2017-11-03 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) and 1 more date | TN
Activities for Kids and Family in Franklin, TN
Please join The Franklin Tree Commission and the City of Franklin Parks Department for tons of fun in the trees with opportunities in tree climbing, kids’ activities, food, information and free tree saplings at Pinkerton Park in Franklin from 10am-2pm.
Master tree climbing instructor Tim Kovar, from Tree Climbing Planet will guide individuals into the crown of a tree for a public tree climb with several stations, all certified equipment will be provided during this annual family friendly event. Participants will ascend into the tree using the same rope-and-saddle method that canopy researchers use. “Getting up into a tree – being surrounded by the branches – is just a great way to explore nature,” said Tim Kovar. “Not only is it just plain fun, it connects us with the natural world in a way that not many people are exposed to.”
The tree climb is free and open to the public. Participants must be at least six years old and be wearing closed-toe shoes. For more information please check out the website or email specific questions to parksinfo@franklintn.gov

Franklin Farmers Market
2017-10-28 08:00 - 13:00, 2017-11-04 09:00 - 13:00 | TN
The Franklin Farmers Market is a true TN farmers market.
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.
The Franklin Farmers Market is a year-round market in TN.

Market Hours: All Year Long, Every Saturday!
Jan thru March 9am – 12pm
April 9am – 1pm
May thru Oct 8am – 1pm
Nov thru Dec 9am – 1pm

Pumpkinfest
2017-10-28 10:00 - 18:00 | Historic Downtown Franklin, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County – Pumpkinfest is Middle Tennessee’s largest family fall festival that will return in its 34th year on October 28, 2017!
With over 65,000 people in attendance, the festival stretches along Main Street in downtown Franklin, and its avenues, and offers tons of festive fun for families!
Producing Pumpkinfest is just one of the many activities of The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County. Since 1967 the non-profit group has been dedicated to protecting and preserving Williamson County’s historic, architectural and geographic resources; in short, saving the places that matter.

Art for Inspiration Fine Art Show and Sale
2017-10-28 18:00 - 21:00, 2017-10-29 09:30 - 13:00 | TN
12th annual Art Show – St. Matthew Catholic Church
Come join us for a weekend of Art and Celebration! The 12th Annual Fine Art Show and Sale is October 28, 6-9 p.m. and October 29, 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., hosted by the Art & Environment Committee. Make plans now to attend this free event, full of live music, great gift ideas and good food. More than 30 talented artists from the surrounding community will be showcasing their work in oils, watercolor, photography, pottery and mixed media. Joining Michael Poindexter, the show’s featured artist, are many new artists including Frank Baggett, Janet King, Jerald Peterson and Cass Fagan.
Complimentary child care is provided for Saturday’s “21 and over” wine and cheese event along with music from the Nashville State Jazz Ensemble. On Sunday, families are welcome to come enjoy the beautiful artwork, sample coffee and pastries, and enjoy the music of Melissa & Dave Edgington.
Additional information is available at www.stmatthewtn.org and at www.facebook.com/stmatthewchurchandschool. Hope to see you there!
St. Matthew Catholic Church
535 Sneed Road West
Franklin, TN 37069

Artwork by featured artist Michael Poindexter

Halloween Blowout
2017-10-28 18:30 - 21:00 | TN
Saturday, October 28th
Fairview Recreation Center
2714 Fairview Blvd.
Fairview, TN 37062
Join us on this spooky evening with your favorite villains while we enjoy carnival games, costume contest, prizes and more! At the end of the night, you can take part in our balloon drop that contains over 2,000 balloons, which will be stuffed with goodies and fall from the sky!

Franklin Improv Halloween Special
2017-10-28 19:00 | TN
A special HALLOWEEN SHOW!
-Costume Contest – Players Will Be In Costume -Fun Decorations
-Spooky Drinks For Sale -Fun, Spooky Decorations
Suitable for the whole family!

Lotz House “Book Day” and Sidewalk Sale
2017-10-29 13:00 - 16:00 | TN
Franklin, TN – The Lotz House is hosting a “Book Day” to showcase the third edition of The Lotz Family, Survivors of the Battle of Franklin, offer a new Lotz House Photo Guide and a first-time coloring book on Sunday, Oct. 29 from 1 – 4 p.m. A sidewalk sale will be held Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 26 – 28 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. to sell donated items, ranging from lamps and Civil War guns to books and relics.

The Lotz Family book, co-authored by J.T. Thompson and Robert Z. Carlisle II, tells the story of the Lotz Family and their experiences with success, tragedy, heartbreak and war. The guide book and coloring book debut this month just in time for the holiday gift giving season.
“Since our last issue, we have unearthed more information, photos and stories about the Lotz family through artifacts found in and around the home and cellar and our incredible visitors who come from all over the country,” said Lotz House Executive Director J.T. Thompson. “Visitors have been asking for a photo guide book for years and we’re happy to provide them with one that showcases each room, as well as the antiques and decorative arts. This is our first coloring book, which is already flying off the shelves.”
Refreshments will be served on “Book Day.” For more information, call 615-790-7190 or visit www.lotzhouse.com.

Second Annual Poloween!
2017-10-29 14:00 | TN

Saturday Night Live Art
2017-10-30 18:00 - 21:00 | TN
On the last Saturday of every month Ansbach Artisans hosts Saturday Night Live Art from 6-9pm. Meet, watch, learn, and collaborate with local artists as they paint, sketch, sculpt, etc. while listening to local musicians playing smooth jazz. Mix & mingle. Family friendly. Refreshments provided. These special events are FREE and open to the public.

Renée Fleming at OZ Arts Nashville
2017-11-01 20:00 | TN
Soprano Renée Fleming, one of the most celebrated American singers of our time, will perform an evening-length concert featuring German, French and Italian classics as well as some American contemporary works on Dec. 1 at OZ Arts as part of a special event titled the “Chairman’s Choice” in honor of OZ Arts Chairman and Founder Cano Ozgener, who selected the program.
In addition to the Dec. 1 performance, the two VIP packages feature a unique and informal gathering with Fleming:
Friends of The Chairman Package ($850 per person; a portion will be tax deductible)
* One ticket to cocktail supper at Cano Ozgener’s home on Nov. 29
* One ticket to the Dec. 1 concert with premium seating and VIP parking
* Meet-and-greet with Fleming following her performance
Friends of OZ Arts package ($600 per person; a portion will be tax deductible)
* One ticket to cocktail supper at Cano Ozgener’s home on Nov. 29
* One ticket to the Dec. 1 concert with reserved seating
The cocktail supper will include a conversation between Fleming and her good friend Ann Patchett, author of the international bestseller Bel Canto about fictional American soprano Roxane Coss.
General admission tickets are $200 per person.

“Love the Lake, Love the Land” Art Show at Radnor Lake
2017-11-03 08:00 - 2017-11-05 17:00 | TN
Art Shows Franklin, TN

The Friends of Radnor Lake and The Chestnut Group, a Nashville-based nonprofit organization of plein air painters, will host the popular biannual fundraising art show, Love the Lake, Love the Land. A major portion of the sale proceeds of this artwork will benefit the Radnor Lake State Natural Area.
Chestnut Group plein air painters are a group of artists who partner with other nonprofit organizations to raise funds to protect our vanishing landscapes. “Plein air” is a French expression for painting outside in the open. Chestnut members have been painting the seasons at Radnor Lake in preparation for the show. The show will feature Radnor Lake scenes, the abundant wildlife including birds of prey found in the Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center and scenes from existing and newly acquired property within the Natural Area. The funds raised will help Friends of Radnor Lake to continue its efforts to expand and protect this unique Tennessee State Park.

Monthly Porch Talk
2017-11-03 10:00 - 12:00 | TN
The African American Heritage Society of Williamson County hosts free monthly history lectures at the McLemore House on the first Friday of each month at 10 am. These lectures feature topics related to local African American historical, cultural and genealogical importance. Past lectures have covered periods from the Civil War through the Civil Rights movement. Previous speakers have been local historians as well as nationally known lecturers like Frederick Douglass’ great-great grandson Kevin Douglass Greene. Porch Talks take place at the McLemore House at 446 11th Avenue North in Franklin’s historic Hard Bargain neighborhood. The McLemore House was built in 1880 by former slave Harvey McLemore and remained in his family until saved by local preservationists and turned into a museum. It is open for guided tours on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 am until 2 pm. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children, children under 5 are free.
On Friday, November 3 at 10 am the Porch Talk will profile AAHS Vice President Harvey Chrisman, past commander and current historian for American Legion Post 215, along with AAHS historical committee member and blogger Tina Jones. The pair will explore the rich history of African American veterans from Williamson County dating from the Revolutionary War through the current day. The speakers will also highlight the contributions of the African American Williamson County men who served in World War I.
Additionally, Ms. Jones will be unveiling a new website. Through this website, the public can easily sponsor memorial pavers at Williamson County’s already established Veterans Park near Five Points in downtown Franklin. This Park allows veterans to be honored with a paver and Ms. Jones is hoping the community will support her plan to sponsor new pavers for the 324 African American men she has identified with Williamson County ties who served in the Civil War. Of those men, 272 served in the US Army, 15 served in the US Navy, and 38 men were taken as slaves to serve as body servants for the Confederate Army. The cost of having a paver installed in Veterans Park is $65.

Mercy's Prayer Dinner
2017-11-03 17:30 | TN

7th Annual Viva la Diva Run
2017-11-04 08:00 | TN
Register for seventh annual Viva la Diva Run benefiting FiftyForward to be held at Nissan North America campus Saturday, Nov. 4

Open to runners and walkers, women and men of all ages and fitness levels; women and men are eligible for all award categories.

Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017; 5K /10K begins at 8 a.m. Viva la Diva features USTAF certified and chip-timed 5K and 10K courses.

Proceeds from Viva la Diva support the work of FiftyForward, a nonprofit established in 1956, benefiting its health and wellness programs and services including FiftyForward Adult Day Services, FiftyForward Meals on Wheels, FiftyForward Care Management and FiftyForward Victory Over Crime.

Don’t want to run? Support our efforts by volunteering! Come out and cheer on a friend, family member, or colleague. Sign up to staff a water station, cheer on runners and provide directions. Reserve your volunteer position via Sign Up Genius: http://bit.ly/2wUYOGY
Sponsors for the sixth annual Viva la Diva event currently include Nissan, Patricia Hart, Fleet Feet Sports, Team Magic, Blue Dog Merch, Chick- l-A, Starbucks.
For more information or to register, visit vivaladivarun.org

About FiftyForward

Established in 1956, FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, well-being and lifelong learning. As a nonprofit operating seven lifelong learning centers –- two in Williamson and ve in Davidson County -– FiftyForward o ers educational, health and wellness, arts and volunteer programs to engage older adults. FiftyForward also provides comprehensive supportive services and access to resources including FiftyForward Adult Day Services, FiftyForward Meals on Wheels as well as the FiftyForward Care Team offering care assessment and services for older adults. FiftyForward Travel offers adventures (regional and international) and the Senior Center for the Arts and The Larry Keeton Theatre, a subsidiary of FiftyForward, feature performing arts for all ages. Get social with us – friend us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter. Learn more about FiftyForward resources and volunteer opportunities by visiting: www. ftyforward.org.

Harvest Half Marathon and 5K and Kids Fun Run
2017-11-04 08:00 | TN
Events Brentwood, TN
On Saturday, November 4th, the Brentwood Family YMCA will host the 5th Annual Harvest Half Marathon/5K and Family Fall Festival. Following the race, the one-mile Kids Fun Run kicks-off the annual Family Fall Festival, a beloved community event for the family featuring food, hayrides, children’s activities and music on the youth sports fields for more than 2,000 participants.

Brentwood YMCA Skate Park Competition
2017-11-04 09:00 - 14:00 | TN
Events Brentwood, TN
Join the Brentwood YMCA for their annual Skate Park Competition. This day will allow skaters across the greater Nashville area the opportunity to exercise their talent and compete while learning more about how YMCA programs change lives every day. Registration: $20 Registration begins at 9:00am with competition beginning at 11:00.
All proceeds from the competition will go directly towards their Annual Giving Campaign to provide financial assistance to those in our community who otherwise could not afford the YMCA programs or services. Contact Scott Macy at 615-373-9622 or smacy@ymcamidtn.org

Family Day
2017-11-04 10:00 - 13:00 | TN
Family Day in Franklin, TN
Join us as we participate with the City of Franklin Parks for a day of free fun on the farm!

Family Day
2017-11-04 10:00 - 14:00 | TN
Join the City of Franklin Parks for a day of free fun on the farm!

Family Day is our signature event and there is so much to do:
Live Music | Hay Rides | Inflatables | Petting Zoo | Miniature Train Rides | Cane Pole Fishing | Photo Booths | Princesses | Games | Crafts | Face Painting | Pong Rides | Corn Box | Delicious Food For Sale

Story Time at the Brentwood Library
2017-11-04 10:30 - 11:00 | TN
Saturday Story Time at the Brentwood Library
November 4, 2017 from 10:30am – 11:00am in the Children’s Storytime Room.

Wine Down Main Street
2017-11-04 19:00 - 22:00 | TN
Downtown Franklin, TN Events

Nine Time Sizzle Award Winner for Best Fundraiser/Charity Event in Williamson County!
The 17th annual Wine Down Main Street event will be held Saturday, November 4th, 2017 on the streets of Historic Franklin, TN. Lipman Brothers, Nashville’s oldest and largest distributor of wine and spirits, is the official wine sponsor every year.

What to Expect at Wine Down Main Street:

Enjoy more than 170 wines
Taste food from 30+ regional restaurants
Enjoy live music on the square
Mix and mingle with interesting people. Past attendees have been from 35 Tennessee cities, 15 states, England, France, Japan and Hong Kong
Enjoy one of the area’s best events; Wine Down Main Street was voted best fundraising event in Williamson County nine consecutive years, including 2015
Feel confident that all proceeds will benefit the nearly 3,400 Middle Tennessee youth served locally at nine Boys & Girls Clubs in Davidson and Williamson Counties

For more details and tickets, visit https://www.winedownmainstreet.com/.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
For more than 113 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee has enabled all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Annually, more than 3,400 youth walk through the doors of the seven Middle Tennessee Boys & Girls Clubs. Clubs are located in Davidson & Williamson counties. Clubs provide a safe place, professional caring staff, fun and friendship, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily basis during critical non-school hours. Priority programs emphasize academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. Learn more at www.bgcmt.org or follow us at www.facebook.com/GreatFuturesStartHere or www.twitter.com/bgcmt.
