Boots For Troops
2016-11-12 09:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
LACE UP YOUR RUNNING SHOES OR BOOTS IN HONOR OF OUR TROOPS
1K FAMILY PARADE & VENDORS

Oasis Church Boots for Troops 2016
Benefiting families of fallen military & Veterans through Medals of Honor
This Veterans’ Day, grab your family, friends, coworkers, Church/Sports club and lace up for our Military & Veterans! The BOOTS FOR TROOPS: 5K Ruck/Walk/Run is the perfect opportunity to show your patriotism, as well as your love and support for those who have or continue to serve in our Armed Forces. Additionally, your participation helps to fund ongoing “Medals of Honor” programs that honor the fallen and their families. So… dig out and lace up a pair of combat boots, work boots, or running shoes and support our warriors in uniform!

Holiday Craft Show & Kris Kringle Kar Klassic
2016-11-12 09:00 - 16:00, 2016-11-13 12:00 - 16:00
Williamson County Parks & Recreation 26th Annual Holiday Craft Show and 13th Annual Kris Kringle Kar Klassic!
Please see the information flyers for the Holiday Craft Show and the Kris Kringle Kar Klassic or visit Williamson County Parks & Recreation for more information!

The Acting Kitchen
2016-11-12 09:00 - 18:00

GRAND OLE GAMEROOM EXPO
2016-11-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2016-11-13 10:00 - 17:00
Welcome to the GRAND OLE GAMEROOM EXPO, Nashville’s first annual Arcade and Pinball Expo. The event is taking place at the newly renovated Franklin Marriott Cool Springs on November 11-13, 2016. We are just 20 minutes south of Nashville in the Cool Springs Galleria shopping and business district of Franklin.
Join us for a weekend packed with over 200 arcade and pinball games all set to free play. Play classic arcade games like Donkey Kong, Centipede, Ms Pac-Man, Double Dragon, Street Fighter II, and many others. Also play many classic pinball games like Black Knight, The Addams Family, and even some of the latest pinball games from Stern like KISS, the Walking Dead, and Game of Thrones. The Expo also has over 60 game consoles spanning the Atari 2600 to the latest Xbox One, PS4, and Wii U. There are multiple tournaments on games like Super Smash Bros, Mortal Kombat XL, and Street Fighter V. If you need a break from playing video games you can also play in the 1,000 sq ft Table Top game area.
Show Hours

Friday Nov 11, 4:00 pm – 4:00 am
Saturday Nov 12, 10:00 am – 4:00 am
Sunday Nov 13, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
*Console and Table Top Game Rooms open 24 hours

GRAND OLE GAMEROOM EXPO
November 11-13, 2016
Franklin Marriott Cool Springs
700 Cool Springs Blvd.
Franklin, TN 37067

Antiques at the Factory Christmas Open House
2016-11-12 12:00 - 17:00
Antiques at The Factory in Franklin – Christmas Open House!
Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, door prizes, shopping, refreshments, and more!
See details below!

The Battle of Franklin
2016-11-12 14:00 - 19:00
Studio Tenn – The Battle of Franklin – Civil War Reflections Through Word and Song
Jamison Theater at The Factory
Nov 12th – 2:00pm
Nov 12th – 7:00pm

November 3 – 13, 2016
This brand new original work brings poetic cadence and theatrical storytelling to the 1864 Battle of Franklin—one of the bloodiest campaigns of the American Civil War. Our home base for five seasons and counting, Franklin, Tennessee is a community not only steeped in history, but extraordinarily well-versed in it. Studio Tenn has enlisted the expertise of leading local historians as well as top artistic talent for the development of this stirring performance piece, combining poetic license with actual accounts from the battle to bring new light to the lives lived—and those lost—in the war-torn South.
Please visit The Battle of Franklin for tickets and more information.

11th annual Art for Inspiration show
2016-11-12 18:00, 2016-11-13 09:30 - 13:00
The St. Matthew Art & Environment Committee started an art show and sale in 2006. Over the years the show has grown into an annual event featuring art created by parishioners and friends of St. Matthew.
We are happy to invite all to our 11th annual Art for Inspiration show that opens on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 6 p.m. Once again the Cohan-Hansom building will be transformed into an elegant art gallery. Saturday evening’s adult wine & cheese reception will feature live music and the opportunity to mingle with the artists.
The event showcases fine art, photography, pottery, jewelry and other mixed media pieces. Complimentary childcare is provided in the church nursery and in the gymnasium for Saturday evening only. Sunday show hours are from 9:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Jack Ingram
2016-11-12 20:00
Jack Ingram at The Franklin Theatre

Throughout a recording career that has spanned more than 20 years, Jack Ingram has maintained a reputation for uncompromising, personally charged song craft and energetic, charismatic performances, earning him prominent stature in a prestigious tradition of iconoclastic singer-songwriters.

Ingram’s prior work has won him a fiercely devoted fan base as well as reams of critical acclaim, and now Midnight Motel marks a creative milestone for the veteran artist, his sound ever evolving while showcasing some of his most expressive, emotionally raw songwriting to date.

Art for Inspiration
2016-11-13 09:30 - 13:00
Additional information is available at www.stmatthewtn.org and at www.facebook.com/stmatthewchurchandschool.

Holidays In the Hill - Thompson Station
2016-11-13 11:00 - 16:00
We encourage the act of local women supporting other local women business owners! Come shop from our vendors for Fall, Thanksgiving and Christmas items. Products for sale will be perfect for your home decor, gifts for giving, and holiday wants and needs!
This event is free to public but we do ask that you bring canned/pantry items or donations to be given to E.P.I.C. Girl, Inc. (www.epicgirl.net) which exists to empower girls to reach their full potential by identifying vulnerabilities that pre-dispose them to victimization; utilizing educational materials, addressing secondary prevention strategies and creating opportunities for healthy & meaningful connections through group counseling, outreach activities & mentoring programs!

The Battle of Franklin
2016-11-13 14:00
Studio Tenn – The Battle of Franklin – Civil War Reflections Through Word and Song
Jamison Theater at The Factory

November 3 – 13, 2016
This brand new original work brings poetic cadence and theatrical storytelling to the 1864 Battle of Franklin—one of the bloodiest campaigns of the American Civil War. Our home base for five seasons and counting, Franklin, Tennessee is a community not only steeped in history, but extraordinarily well-versed in it. Studio Tenn has enlisted the expertise of leading local historians as well as top artistic talent for the development of this stirring performance piece, combining poetic license with actual accounts from the battle to bring new light to the lives lived—and those lost—in the war-torn South.
Please visit The Battle of Franklin for tickets and more information.

Franklin Civil War Round Table
2016-11-13 15:00
The Franklin Civil War Round Table will present Col. Tom McKenney, who will speak on “Jack Hinson’s One Man War.” The event is free to the public. The Franklin Civil War Round Table is an educational program of Franklin’s Charge, and meets each month at Carnton Plantation’s Fleming Center, 1345 Eastern Flank Circle.
Please visit website for more information.

The Battle of Franklin
2016-11-13 19:00
Studio Tenn – The Battle of Franklin – Civil War Reflections Through Word and Song
Jamison Theater at The Factory – November 3 – 13, 2016

Due to high demand for the show, we have added an additional show time on November, 13th at 7 p.m.

This brand new original work brings poetic cadence and theatrical storytelling to the 1864 Battle of Franklin—one of the bloodiest campaigns of the American Civil War. Our home base for five seasons and counting, Franklin, Tennessee is a community not only steeped in history, but extraordinarily well-versed in it. Studio Tenn has enlisted the expertise of leading local historians as well as top artistic talent for the development of this stirring performance piece, combining poetic license with actual accounts from the battle to bring new light to the lives lived—and those lost—in the war-torn South.
Please visit The Battle of Franklin for tickets and more information.

FrankTalks
2016-11-14 09:00
What are the three things you need to know for 2017 from the areas of entertainment & tourism, real estate, local government, and business? Join Franklin Tomorrow on Monday, Nov. 14, for our monthly FrankTalks and you can find out from our panel of local experts.
FrankTalks is a monthly lecture series presented for the Franklin community by Vanderbilt University’s Office of Community, Neighborhood and Government Relations. The event is free and will begin at 9 a.m. with a coffee social, followed at 9:30 a.m. by the program with our panelists.
Joining us on Nov. 14 will be Franklin Mayor Ken Moore, David Logan of the Williamson County Association of Realtors, Matt Largen of Williamson Inc., and Andy Marshall of Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant.

We expect a little humor from this panel, but also some great insight into 2017. Individuals can RSVP for the free event at: https://franktalksnov14.eventbrite.com
FrankTalks is a monthly series, presented by Vanderbilt University’s Office of Community, Neighborhood and Government Relations.
FrankTalks will begin at 9 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 14, at the Williamson County Public Library with a coffee social, followed by the program at 9:30 a.m. The library is located at 1314 Columbia Ave. It does not open until 9 a.m., but you will be admitted after check-in for those with tickets first to ensure we have enough seating. The program should end no later than 10:45 a.m.
FrankTalks is a program of Franklin Tomorrow and presented by Vanderbilt University’s Office of Community, Neighborhood & Government Relations. It is free.
Guests who have RSVP’ed will be admitted first and others as seating allows. There is no need to print your ticket as your name will be on the RSVP list at check-in.

Off The Square Theater Company Presents “Peter Pan”
2016-11-16 19:00, 2016-11-17 19:00, 2016-11-18 19:00

Keeping Our Families Safe When Driving
2016-11-17 11:00 - 12:00
Keeping Our Families Safe When Driving – Events in Brentwood, TN
Brentwood Firefighters will be here to give information focusing on car seat safety, correct installation, rules/laws that have changed for car seats, forward facing vs. backwards facing, and laws about kids sitting in the front seat. Parents, grandparents, and care givers can make an appointment to have their seats checked at the fire station.
The Big Red Truck will be out front and Ms. Pat read a book or two with the little ones.
Free program. This program is dependent on the fire fighter’s call schedule.

Date:
Thursday, November 17, 2016

Time:
11:00am – 12:00pm

Location:
Meeting Room B

Campus:
The Brentwood Library

Categories:
Adult Life & Learning

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Williamson Inc.’s Annual Chamber Celebration Arrington
2016-11-17 17:30
See a different side of Williamson, Inc. at this grand after-hours event that combines business with pleasure. Williamson, Inc.’s Annual Celebration, presented by Williamson Medical Center, ventures to The Barn at Sycamore Farms in Arrington, Tennessee to recognize the Williamson County business community. President and Chief Executive Officer Matt Largen will provide a “State of the Chamber” report on the year’s accomplishments and preview what’s to come in 2017, followed by a keynote address by renowned journalist and USA Today’s Washington Bureau Chief, Susan Page.
Join us as we close out a successful year. Meet new, existing and outgoing board members, rub shoulders with local dignitaries, and mingle with our amazing volunteers. You don’t want to miss this sophisticated, high-energy, community-wide event!
TICKETS:
Chamber Member: $85
Guest: $100
Table Sponsor: $1,500 (Table of 8 with company signage)
Event Sponsor: $2,500

Wine Love Pairing Dinner
2016-11-17 18:00 - 21:00
2016 Wine Love Pairing Dinners – Frothy Monkey – Downtown Franklin, TN Events
Join us for our upcoming 2016 5 course pairing dinners!
Guests will gather at Frothy Monkey Franklin + Downtown Nashville to taste wines together that have been perfectly paired with a 5 course menu designed by our Chef, Chase Ingalls and head baker Jen Mello. Chef Chase’s approach to these dinners is to source the highest quality ingredients from our farm partners and create a menu that combines creativity, thoughtful flavor profiles and dishes that are truly inspired by the wine. Each dinner is $60++ per person.
Thursday, November 17th – 6p – 9p Franklin, TN – feat. wine
For tickets, the menu and more information – Wine Love Pairing Dinner.

Made South Holiday Market
2016-11-18 09:00 - 17:00, 2016-11-19 09:00 - 17:00
MADE SOUTH HOLIDAY MARKET – FRANKLIN, TENNESSEE NOVEMBER 18-19, 2016
CELEBRATE THE BEST IN SOUTHERN CREATIVITY AND HOSPITALITY AT THE 2016 MADE SOUTH HOLIDAY MARKET!
MADE SOUTH creates fun things for folks who love the South.
TIMES TBA
Please see Made South Holiday Market for tickets and more information.

Nashville International Auto Show
2016-11-18 10:00 - 21:00
2017-Model Nashville International Auto Show
Music City Center Friday, November 18 through Sunday, November 20, 2016
Rev your engines, car aficionados! The Nashville International Auto Show rolls into the Music City Center with the newest cars, trucks, SUVs and crossovers on the market. Begin researching your next vehicle, plus see high-end exotics and ultra-luxurious models on display all in one location. Showgoers are invited to experience the latest in-car technology, and get behind the wheel and test-drive over 25 vehicles right at the show!
Admission to the event is $10 for adults (12 & over), and $5 for seniors (62 and over) and active military with any DOD ID. Children 12 and under are admitted free. Advanced E-tickets can be purchased online at www.autoshownashville.com. Purchase an adult ticket online and save $1.
Show Hours:
Friday, November 18 through Sunday, November 20, 2016

Friday, November 18
10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday, November 19
10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Sunday, November 20
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Rory Block
2016-11-18 20:00
Rory Block at The Franklin Theatre

Heralded as “a living landmark” (Berkeley Express), “a national treasure” (Guitar Extra), and “one of the greatest living acoustic blues artists” (Blues Revue), Rory Block has committed her life and her career to preserving the Delta blues tradition and bringing it to life for 21st century audiences around the world. A traditionalist and an innovator at the same time, she wields a fiery and haunting guitar and vocal style that redefines the boundaries of acoustic blues and folk.

The New York Times declared: “Her playing is perfect, her singing otherworldly as she wrestles with ghosts, shadows and legends.”

Battle of Franklin 5K and Kids’ Fun Run
2016-11-19 07:00
Join us for our second annual 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Fun Run on November 19, 2016! Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome. All proceeds go toward the care and maintenance of The Carter House and Carnton Plantation.
The Battle of Franklin Trust will host the Battle of Franklin 5K and Kids’ Fun Run on Saturday, Nov. 19 to raise funds for the preservation of The Carter House and Carnton Plantation. The 5K route will begin and end at the McGavock Confederate Cemetery at 8 a.m. with the route consisting of the Eastern Flank Circle, Lewisburg Avenue and Church Street. The quarter-mile Kids’ Fun Run begins at 9:30 a.m. and will take place alongside the McGavock Confederate Cemetery. Participants will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the historic grounds as they run or walk through the picturesque path.
Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016
Registration will begin at 7:15 a.m.
5k run/walk begins at 8 a.m.
Registration for Kids’ fun run will begin at 9 a.m.
Kids’ fun run will begin at 9:30 a.m.
McGavock Confederate Cemetery
1345 Eastern Flank Circle
Franklin, Tenn. 37064
The route will begin and end at the McGavock Confederate Cemetery, continuing on Eastern Flank Circle, Lewisberg Pike and Main Street.

Pardoning of the Turkey
2016-11-19 09:00 - 12:00
Pardoning of the Turkey presented by Herban Market – November 19 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Our Pardoning of the Turkey event promises to be another family favorite event! Returning to the market will be the friendliest pet turkey from Earth Advocates Research Farm. Plans are in the works for a very special guest who will preside over the pardoning of Danny the Turkey. We will invite all children to write a letter to the market requesting the pardoning of Danny the Turkey this fall. Come enjoy the day!

Middle TN Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
2016-11-19 09:00 - 13:00
Hope and healing in the aftermath of a suicide will be the focus of Middle Tennessee’s observance of International Survivors of Suicide Loss (ISOSL) Day 2016. The free event is slated for Saturday, November 19, at Full Life Assembly of God in Franklin, TN, from 9am-1pm.
Attendees can register for ISOSL Day at https://afsp.org/survivor_day/franklin-tn/.
Middle TN’s ISOSL Day activities will include a panel discussion on hope and healing after suicide, breakout groups, and a screening of AFSP’s compelling new documentary Life Journeys: Reclaiming Life after Loss.
Held by the Middle Tennessee chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), the event is part of an international day of remembrance and healing for those who have lost loved ones to suicide. In 2015 there were 330 locally organized events held throughout the U.S., Canada, and around the world.
Learn More About ISOSL Day
To learn more about International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, visit survivorday.org, call AFSP State Director Kat Cloud at 615-393-4742, or email middletn@afsp.org.
