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John Cowan with Darin & Brooke Aldridge
2017-02-16 20:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
John Cowan with Darin & Brooke Aldridge – The Franklin Theatre
John Cowan, also known as the “Voice of Newgrass,” has been singing his heart out for thirty-five years, and his soaring vocals have only improved with time. A true innovator, John applies his powerful pipes to genres from country, bluegrass, and gospel to soul, jazz, and rock-and-roll – often within the space of a single concert.
His ability to move fluidly through multiple styles, and carry mesmerized audiences on the journey with him, has set him apart as one of the most loved and admired vocal artists of his generation, not just by fans and critics but among fellow musicians as well.
With his distinctive, rock-tinged tenor vocal and heart-thumping electric bass, John, along with fellow New Grass Revival band mates Sam Bush, Courtney Johnson, and Curtis Burch, and later Bela Fleck and Pat Flynn, introduced a new generation of music fans to an explosive, experimental and ultimately, eponymous brand of bluegrass.
A former member of the Doobie Brothers and New Grass Revival, Cowan formed the John Cowan Band, featuring some of acoustic music’s finest players, and has been a force to be reckoned with these past fifteen years – and counting.
Husband and wife duo DARIN & BROOKE ALDRIDGE draw on the traditions of their native North Carolina, the savvy of a young, gifted band and their own dedication to ingenuity to create the most mature release of their career with their latest release, Flying.
The duo has placed at the top of the charts on Americana/Roots, SiriusXM, Bluegrass and Gospel charts. They have received multiple nominations from the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America (SPGBMA) and Inspirational Country Music (ICM). The music video “Wildflower” is being featured on CMT and CMT Edge and GAC. Their TV appearances include PBS, Great American Gospel, The Bluegrass Road, Presley’s Country Jubilee, RFD-TV, Rural-TV, Daystar Network, Blue Highways TV, Song of the Mountains and Music City Roots.
Sponsored by Jackson National LifePresented by Franklin Theatre Live

The Nashville Show - Antiques Show
2017-02-17 09:00 - 17:00, 2017-02-18 10:00 - 16:00
The Nashville Show – formerly TAILGATE-MUSIC VALLEY ANTIQUE SHOW – returns to the Fairgrounds Nashville on February 16-18, 2017.
This show of over 30 years will be bustling with activity and sold signs will be going up on all types of merchandise. Furniture, Folk Art, Primitives, Industrial artifacts, linens, Quilts, Jewelry, Pottery, China, Holiday memorabilia, and unusuals galore.
Over 140 of America’s favorite dealers have saved their best merchandise to put on their best displays for customers from all parts of the country. Decorators, antiques dealers, home decorators, collectors, and novices alike will be thrilled with the treasures they find at the The Nashville Show.
Show Hours
Thursday
Early Bird 9 a.m.-noon $25
Includes Readmission for 3 Days
General Admission
Thursday noon-5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission $12

REVEAL of O’More Fashion Show
2017-02-17 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for REVEAL. Jamie Atlas, Chair of the Fashion program, and 2017 Fashion Show sponsors will share how our talented students are transforming the world with the power of design. Preview work from three alumnae: Jamie + the Jones, Ona Rex, and Owlette who will be honored at the Fashion Show in May with their innovations. Hear from alumna and 2016 distinguished design award recipient Stephanie Caporella, and how she is making an impact on the industry. Be the first to see a selection of student work that will be showcased at the annual Fashion Show. Wine and hors d’oeuvres.

The Elephant Man
2017-02-17 19:00, 2017-02-18 14:00 - 19:00, 2017-02-19 14:00, 2017-02-23 19:00, 2017-02-24 19:00
Studio Tenn – The Elephant Man By Bernard Pomerance
Jamison Theater in The Factory at Franklin – February 16 – 26, 2017
This Tony Award-winning drama is based on the true life of Joseph (“John”) Merrick, a medical mystery of Victorian England who toured Europe as a freak show attraction. His shocking disfigurement afforded him little social contact, apart from the gawking of onlookers indulging their own morbid curiosity. When an esteemed doctor takes Merrick into his care, he begins to see past the Elephant Man’s unsightliness, discovering a remarkable intellect, heart and hunger for human connection. The role of Merrick calls for his malformation to be conveyed through the actor’s physicality, without the aid of makeup or prosthetics—a poignant allusion to what lies below the surface.

The Second Story
2017-02-17 20:00
The Second Story – The Franklin Theatre

Special Writers Night featuring Matraca Berg, Marshall Chapman, Emily Saliers & Minton Sparks.

The Second Story is not a musical group or the name of a new band, but the title of a special evening of songwriter performances and their words and music paired and potentially reimagined in a unique way through the words of an author, poet or playwright. Like many songwriter presentations, our “first story” will be the traditional round of performances and stories behind the songs. Our “second story” is a new concept that will interlace the talents of those songwriters with someone from a seemingly totally different realm of creativity.
See website for more information on this event.

Love the Dress TN
2017-02-18 08:00 - 14:00
Since 2011, over 1700 ladies, have participated at the annual Love the Dress TN Event to select their perfect dress for prom or formal social events. These gowns are donated by members of our community, area high schools, local department stores and bridal shops. Love the Dress TN was created in two fold to first help all girls be able to afford a formal for school or community functions and then to help a local nonprofit with a monetary gift. The event also gives door prizes donated by local businesses, make up sessions by local beauticians, and how-to formal hairstyle presentations.
How it works: When a young lady donates a gown to Love the Dress, they are given a voucher to use at the event for a free dress. If they do not have a formal dress to donate, they can purchase one for $20 or a short formal for $10. Area schools also refer students in financial need to us as well.
Ladies can also bring a formal dress to swap at the event. The event is not limited to school girls. College girls and ladies of all ages are invited to attend the event.
The 2017 LTD Proceeds will be donated to Graceworks Ministries, which helps local families in need. You can find more information on this organization at www.gracworksministries.net

The Nashville Opera: The Three Little Pigs
2017-02-18 14:00
Events in Brentwood, TN – Kids Events
HCA TriStar Health and Nashville Opera ON TOUR present John Davies’ THE THREE LITTLE PIGS, a fun operatic retelling of the classic children’s fairy tale. The three little pigs (Giovanni, Despina, and Cherubino) are all grown up and must now build their own houses. The first disastrous attempts land them in direct contact with the infamous Wolfgang Big Bad! By working together—and using good reference materials!—the pigs are able to outwit the villain. With an emphasis on literacy, The Three Little Pigs teaches children the importance of teamwork and that with the right book, any challenge can be overcome! Registration is required.

Jim Brickman
2017-02-18 16:00 - 20:00
Jim Brickman – The Franklin Theatre – February 18th at 4PM and 8PM – Music Events in Franklin, TN
Music lovers will experience the sounds of award-winning hit-maker, pianist and recording artist Jim Brickman as he brings one of the most entertaining and romantic concert events of the year with Jim Brickman Pure Piano The Greatest Hits.
Brickman’s engaging stage presence seamlessly blends mood and music to touch the heart in a special way, letting fan’s imaginations take them wherever they want to go. With dazzling solo piano and star-studded vocal collaborations, Brickman will wow audience members with his hits including “Valentine,” “If You Believe,” “Love of My Life” and more. Jim Brickman in Concert strikes the perfect balance between musical intimacy, compelling storytelling and audience interaction.
Sponsored by Jackson National LifePresented by Franklin Theatre Live

Here Come the Brides Bridal Show
2017-02-19 13:00 - 17:00
Bridal Shows in Franklin, TN – Bridal Events
Bride and Grooms To Be and Wedding Vendors in the Williamson County and surrounding areas- Check it Out!! Here Come The Brides Bridal Show Team is hosting our 14th bridal show in Franklin/Cool Springs, Tennessee.
February 19th- 1pm to 5pm. Over $15,000 in prize giveaways, including a romantic weekend giveaway and our signature “bridal war games” with crowd participation.
Visit with over 50 vendors in a more intimate level. Large show with a small feel. This is a great way to meet and get a feel for vendors that can make your visions come true. You can’t do this on a computer!. The best part is, you c!an do this in one afternoon.
The first 100 brides receive a free weekender bag.or hand painted bridal wine glass – Come enjoy the day.

Teacher Preview Day
2017-02-20 09:00 - 17:00
Teacher Preview Day – The Carter House and Carnton Plantation
February 20, 2017
Show your Teacher ID to get free admission into both The Carter House and Carnton on Classic House Tours. Teachers also receive 10% off educational resources in the gift shops. For more information, please contact Sarah Falck at sarah@boft.org or (615) 794-0903.
The Carter House and Carnton Plantation are open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tours are offered throughout the day with the last one beginning at 4 p.m. Each tour lasts approximately one hour.

Jazz & Blues Tuesday At The Factory
2017-02-21 19:00
Jazz & Blues Tuesday At The Factory celebrates the best local, national and international Jazz and Blues. K.C. Martin presents some of Nashville’s finest top flight live music at the state of the art Little Brick Theater at The Factory. Doors open at 6pm. General Admission and Concessions. Presented by DrAlvin.com, Spring Station Lifestyle Publication, BIGR Media, Mafiaozas, City Winery, Buca de Beppo, Maristone Assisted Living, Olivia Olive Oil, Buttermilk Sky Pie.

Women, Wine, and Wood!
2017-02-22 18:00 - 21:00
DIY a Wood Sign at Craft Love – Franklin, TN Event

You need a night out with some girlfriends! Come relax with a bottle of wine and hammer out those midweek stresses while you create a wood sign for your home. With over 40 project designs to choose from there’s a DIY wood sign for every home and every style. Our instructor-led classes include all tools and supplies necessary for you to create and take home your own custom wood sign.
Event details are below.

Belmont Student String Quartets in Concert
2017-02-22 18:30 - 19:30
Columbia State Community College’s Department of Music in conjunction with the Lyceum Committee have partnered with Belmont University’s School of Music and the Williamson County Public Library to present a free concert February 22 at 6:30 p.m.
The concert will feature Belmont’s two student string quartet ensembles, the Classical String Quartet, directed by Elisabeth Small, and the Jazz String Quartet, directed by Tracy Silverman. These ensembles have been featured at Middle Tennessee Band and Orchestra Association Mid-State clinics, Tennessee Music Educators Association State Conferences, the Dickson Renaissance Center and at the Cheekwood Museum of Art. Both ensembles regularly serve the community by performing at retirement communities, schools and other public venues.
The concert is scheduled at the Williamson County Public Library and is free and open to the public. The Williamson County Public Library is located at 1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin, Tennessee.

Roy Orbison: Black & White Night 30
2017-02-22 20:00
Roy Orbison: Black & White Night 30 at The Franklin Theatre – Events in Downtown Franklin, TN

Join the Roy Orbison Estate for a special viewing of Black & White Night 30 ahead of the February 24th release.

Presented by Roy’s sons Alex, Roy Jr., and Wesley, Black & White Night 30 is a re-imagined, re-edited, remastered and expanded version of the original 1987 television special. Before the screening there will be an introduction by Alex Orbison who re-edited and restored the program to reflect the correct set order as the audience who attended the show saw it. After the film there will be an exclusive Q&A session featuring Alex Orbison. Originally recorded live at the Cocoanut Grove in Los Angeles, Roy Orbison is joined by an eclectic ensemble of rock and roll superstars. Highlighting this all-star line-up are Jackson Browne, Elvis Costello, T-Bone Burnett, J.D. Souther, Jennifer Warnes, k.d. lang, Bonnie Raitt, Bruce Springsteen and Tom Waits.

Decreasing Risk For Alzheimer’s Disease - WCPL
2017-02-23 13:30 - 15:30
Alzheimer’s disease is a complex brain disorder which is currently the 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. Dr. Jeanette Norden will begin with a discussion of what is currently known about the anatomy and pathology of Alzheimer’s disease, with an emphasis on how these relate to the signs/symptoms seen in individuals with this disorder. While for the vast majority of cases the cause of the disorder remains unknown, a number of factors – which can increase or decrease risk – have been identified. The talk will end with a discussion of how we can keep our brains healthy and significantly decrease our risk for developing this devastating disease. This talk is intended for the general public; no background in biology or medicine is necessary.

Dr. Jeanette Norden is Professor Emerita, Department of Cell and Developmental Biology, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. From 1981-2013, she taught medical, graduate, and undergraduate students and acted as Director of Medical Education in the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology until her retirement. Dr. Norden has won every award given by medical students, many of them multiple times. She was awarded the first Chair of Teaching Excellence at Vanderbilt University, and was the first recipient of both the Gender Equity Award of the American Medical Women’s Association and the Teaching Excellence Award given by the Vanderbilt Medical School. Most recently, she was awarded the Humanism in Medicine Award by the 2017 class of the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Marshall University.

Dr. Norden participates in numerous outreach programs in Nashville and the surrounding communities by going to schools or by giving public lectures on topics related to the Neurosciences. For a number of years, she has taught very popular courses in Neuroscience as part of Osher Retirement Learning Center at Vanderbilt. She was highlighted as one of the most effective teachers in America in What the Best College Teachers Do (K. Bain, Harvard University Press, 2004). Dr. Norden has been invited to give over 150 presentations on teaching at Universities and Medical Schools. In 2007, she completed a 36-lecture DVD, Understanding the Brain, as part of the Great Courses series. In recognition of her impact on helping to educate the public about the brain and neurological disorders, in 2011 the Vanderbilt Brain Institute and Center for Neuroscience at Vanderbilt established an annual Jeanette J. Norden Outreach Lectureship in her honor.

Music City Pickers Live
2017-02-23 19:00 - 22:00
Music City Pickers LIVE! is a weekly singer-songwriter show at The Factory at Franklin’s Little Brick Theater.
Hosted by multi-hit singer songwriters, Brady Seals and Gordon Kennedy, performances consist of talented up-and-coming songwriters to mega-hit writers and artists. Audiences are able to sit in a beautifully renovated theater and experience the performers in an intimate setting, unlike anywhere else in the area.
With Tommy Sims, Tim Miner and Shannon Sanders

An Evening With CANDLEBOX
2017-02-23 20:00
An Evening With CANDLEBOX – The Franklin Theatre
An Intimate Acoustic Duo Performance. Formed in 1990, CANDLEBOX has sold over 8,000,000 albums worldwide and are considered one of the greatest American rock bands of that time. CANDLEBOX was the first act signed to Madonna’s Maverick Records, which went on to sign Alanis Morissette, Deftones and The Prodigy. They found immediate success with the release of their self-titled debut album in July 1993
It featured some of the band’s biggest hit singles, including “Far Behind”, “You” and “Cover Me”, and was certified platinum four times by the RIAA Two more successful albums, Lucy and Happy Pills, followed and CANDLEBOX toured relentlessly until 2000 when they took an indefinite hiatus.
The band reunited in 2006, and two years later they released their fourth album, Into the Sun, followed by an extensive tour. CANDLEBOX’s latest album was released on March 11, 2016, to much acclaim, and a relentless touring schedule ensues.

Reruns Are Fun Consignment Sale
2017-02-24 17:00 - 2017-02-27 21:00
The Nashville/Franklin, TN Area’s Premiere Children & Teen Consignment Event – The Factory at Franklin

Reruns Are Fun is the premier consignment sale in Franklin, TN, specializing in high-quality merchandise for infants through teens/adults!
See event details below!

Nashville Unplugged
2017-02-24 18:00
New Hope Academy Presents “Nashville Unplugged”
Join us for “Nashville Unplugged: The Story Behind the Song”, an awesome dinner & concert benefiting New Hope Academy!! Dinner, drinks & great music by Aaron Benward & friends on Feb 24 @ 6 pm. Tickets will be sold on a first-come-first-serve basis, so buy yours before tickets sell out & support NHA! Contact Cathy Irwin – cirwin@nhafranklin.org for tickets and more information!

BGA Fisk Jubilee Singers Concert
2017-02-24 18:00 - 20:00
As part of its celebration of Black History Month, Battle Ground Academy is hosting a concert featuring the renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers. The concert, which is free and open to the community, will be held on Friday, February 24 at 6 p.m., at the Franklin United Methodist Church.
“We strive to offer programs that enhance the lives of our students, parents, alumni and the broader community whom we serve” said BGA Head of School Will Kesler. “One of the real highlights this year will be this community event featuring the Fisk Jubilee Singers. We are proud to be able to bring these incredible artists to Williamson County.”
The concert will be held in the sanctuary of the new Franklin United Methodist Church campus. The church is located on Mack Hatcher Bypass directly across the street from BGA’s Glen Echo campus. Register for the event at http://battlegroundacademy.org/page/fisk-jubilee-singers
The Fisk Jubilee Singers are vocal artists and students of Fisk University, a Historically Black College in Nashville. Acclaimed worldwide, they are credited with introducing and preserving the musical tradition of “slave songs” and have contributed to the breakdown of racial barriers in the U.S. and abroad. In 2008, the Fisk Jubilee Singers were awarded a National Medal of Arts by President George Bush in recognition of their longtime contribution to the arts.
Established in 1889, Battle Ground Academy is a coeducational, college preparatory school for grades kindergarten through 12 th grade. More information on the school can be found at www.battlegroundacademy.org.

The Gift of Song: Something Old Something New
2017-02-24 19:30 - 2017-02-25 19:30

Hal Ketchum
2017-02-24 20:00
Hal Ketchum – The Franklin Theatre
Songwriting legend Hal Ketchum returns in top form with genre-pushing new album “I’m the Troubadour.” In contrast to the pure country hits he’s famous for, the new album finds Ketchum letting his songwriting expand into folk, blues, rock and soul.
According to Ketchum, he’s had this musical renaissance in him all along. “I like to say that I’ve been successfully misunderstood for 30 years. I mean, I was a cabinet-maker from Gruene, TX. I got a record deal and I had a number one record out of the box, and suddenly I was a ‘country’ singer,” he says. “The genre served me very well, and I’m really grateful for the opportunities that the country music world brought to me. But creatively, this record was a really beautiful departure for me. It’s really opened me up again.”
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live

Free the Trees: 100k Tree Day
2017-02-25 09:00 - 12:00
Events in Brentwood, TN – Free the Trees: 100k Tree Day – Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary
Saturday, February 25, 2017
9:00am – 12:00pm
Put on your work boots and gloves, sharpen your trimmers and come to Owl’s Hill to help free our beautiful trees from invasive honeysuckle and other exotic plants. We will also be planting 100 trees toward the 100k goal in Tennessee.
This is a great opportunity for older scouts, home school groups and students looking for volunteer projects. Suitable for adults and older children.
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Hab-a-Splash Winter Festival
2017-02-25 11:00 - 13:00
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HAB-A-SPLASH & WINTER FESTIVAL – FRANKLIN TN

On Saturday, February 25, 2017, Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury will hold its second Hab-a-Splash! at the Westhaven Residents’ Club. This FREE, family-friendly event will include children’s activities, a snow machine, community/vendor booths, and food trucks and will culminate with warm-hearted volunteers taking a frosty dip into Westhaven’s outdoor pool to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity’s affordable housing mission. Hope you will join us for this fun, community event!

Free to attend, additional cost to plunge

For Everyone

WESTHAVEN RESIDENTS’ CLUB POOL
401 Cheltenham Avenue
Franklin, Williamson County, Tennessee 37064

The Elephant Man
2017-02-25 14:00 - 19:00
Studio Tenn – The Elephant Man By Bernard Pomerance
Jamison Theater in The Factory at Franklin – February 16 – 26, 2017

Saturday, 02/25/17 – 02:00 PM
Saturday, 02/25/17 – 07:00 PM

This Tony Award-winning drama is based on the true life of Joseph (“John”) Merrick, a medical mystery of Victorian England who toured Europe as a freak show attraction. His shocking disfigurement afforded him little social contact, apart from the gawking of onlookers indulging their own morbid curiosity. When an esteemed doctor takes Merrick into his care, he begins to see past the Elephant Man’s unsightliness, discovering a remarkable intellect, heart and hunger for human connection. The role of Merrick calls for his malformation to be conveyed through the actor’s physicality, without the aid of makeup or prosthetics—a poignant allusion to what lies below the surface.
