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City Farmhouse Holiday Pop-up Fair
2015-11-14 08:00 - 18:00, 2015-11-13 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
City Farmhouse Holiday Pop-up Fair – November 13th – 15th. The #CityFarmhousePopup has been named as one of the top five events to attend in October by Southern Living magazine, and the #1 Flea Market & Antique Show to attend by Romantic Country magazine. Please visit City Farmhouse Holiday Pop-up Fair for more information

November 13th • 5PM-9PM Early Buying $25.00
November 14th • 8AM-6PM General Admission $10.00
November 15th • 11AM-4PM General Admission $10.00

Liberty Hall at The Factory at Franklin Franklin Rd., Franklin, Tennessee

Martin Masters Fine Art Show - Cocktail Reception
2015-11-13 17:00 - 20:00
10th Anniversary Martin Masters Fine Art Show and Cocktail Reception
Art preview, meet and greet, and cocktail reception fundraiser. Art enthusiast will delight by attending the kick-off cocktail party, Friday from 5-8:00 p.m., attendees will enjoy great music and fine wine sponsored by Grapevine Wine and Spirits and G Catering as well as a chance to preview the art and meet the artists, including featured artist Ron York, York & Friends Fine Art.
Artist to include:
Guest Artist: Ron York, York and Friends Fine Art
Frank Baggett, Barbara Bays, Stacy W. Beam, Cindy Billingsley, Barbara Bullard, John Cannon, Evelyn LeNoir Chandler, Ginny Elder, Nick Fielder, John Fisher, Frank Gee, Kathy Goodhart, Dennis Harris, Jann Harrison, Josephine Haworth, Jean Gauld Jaeger, Susan Jones,Ron Kegarise, Shari Lacy, Ginger Oglesby,Michael Poindexter, Rick Poole, Angela Powers, Sarah Reeves, Jade Reynolds, Jacqueline Saporiti, Tony Scott, Midge Simpson, Dot Small, Beverly Basham Smith, Jill Smith, JJ Sneed, Streater Spencer, Jeremy Seth Tummins, Marilyn Wendling, Betty Wentworth, Wanda Wright
Participating Jewelers: Paula Barnett, Nola Jane & Hugh Bennett
For more information or to purchase tickets:
The Martin Center
Phone: (615) 376-0102
scoss@fiftyforward.org
An event to benefit FiftyForward Martin Center. FiftyForward Martin Center enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, well-being and lifelong learning.

Seniors Plan Trip To Christmas Village
2015-11-13 08:30
Registration is now open for November 13 trip
The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department invites area seniors (55 and older) to put on their walking shoes for a trip to Christmas Village on Friday, November 13. This Nashville holiday shopping extravaganza features over 270 vendors offering unique gifts and crafts. The trip is $26 per person, which includes transportation and admission. Lunch is Dutch treat; several food vendors will be on site.
Departures are scheduled from the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr. at 8:30 a.m.; from the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. at 9:15 a.m.; and the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd. at 9:15 a.m. Registration is now open and ends when the trip is full. Register on-line at www.wcparksandrec.com or at the recreation centers. Phone reservations are available through the Franklin Recreation Complex at (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010. No messages allowed.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization, here to benefit the community. Anyone may register for and participate in the department’s programs, teams, classes and events. For registration and additional information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com, or call (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010. You may also receive department information by “liking” Williamson County Parks and Recreation on Facebook or following us on Twitter at @wc_parksandrec or on Pinterest.

Wine Love Pairing Dinner
2015-11-12 18:30
Guests will gather 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. For tickets and more information please visit Frothy Monkey.
Thursday, Nov 12
Frothy Franklin
Wine Love
This series of dinner pairings is in partnership with The Bottle Shop. Please contact Jennifer Sheets at jenn@frothymonkey.com with any questions.

Evening Tour of Carnton
2015-11-12 17:30 - 19:30
Join us for a special evening tour of Carnton Plantation led by Battle of Franklin Trust CEO and Historian Eric A. Jacobson. The tour will be followed by dinner provided by Puckett’s Grocery. The cost is $40 and reservations are required. Please contact Meagan Wuest at (615) 794-0903 or meagan@boft.org for more information or to make a reservation.
To purchase tickets and for more information please visit Evening Tour of Carnton.

Climb for Kevin
2015-11-10 19:00
Exclusive Screening and Party at The Franklin Theatre.
Climb For Kevin is a new documentary chronicling former Alabama and NFL great, Kevin Turner’s struggle with ALS and what happens when a team of people choose to honor him by climbing the tallest mountain in Africa – Mt. Kilimanjaro.The story is told by none other than legendary Hall of Fame player and Coach, MIKE DITKA.
Party immediately following the screening with Open Bar and appetizers. NFL players and other celebrity guests will be in attendance.
All proceeds benefit The Kevin Turner Foundation, a 501c3 public charity, dedicated to raising awareness about ALS and its connection to brain injury in athletes, as well as funding research to find a cure.
Doors open 30 Minutes Prior to Showtime.
For more information and to purchase tickets please visit The Franklin Theatre.

Providence Movie Red Carpet Premiere
2015-11-08 16:00 - 19:00
The Red Carpet Premiere of Providence movie to be held on Sunday, November 8 at the historic Franklin Theatre.
There will be two screenings, one at 4:00pm and the other at 7:00pm. Tickets are $10 for the 4:00 and $12 for the 7:00. Cast members and filmmakers will be in attendance at both screenings.
Providence is a redemptive romance told in silent cinema style. It is the story of Rachel Cartwright and Mitchell Little whose lives keep intersecting, but it takes forty years before they finally get together. It stars Juli Tapken (Surrender, The Reins Maker), Rich Swingle (Alone Yet Not Alone, Beyond the Mask), Stacey Bradshaw (Touched by Grace, Wanted), Josh Allen (Home Sweet Bus), Emily Knapp (The Good Book), and Chase Anderson (Where Hope Grows, Croaker), and Irene Santiago (High School Musical, Adrenaline). The movie was filmed in Springfield, Tennessee and includes a number of local actors including Tennessee Crossroads’ Rob Wilds.
Please visit The Franklin Theatre for more information and to purchase tickets.

Wine Down Main Street
2015-11-07 19:00 - 22:00
About Wine Down Main Street

Enjoy more than 170 wines
Taste food from 30 restaurants
Enjoy live music on the square
In 2014, attendees were from 35 Tennessee cities, 15 states, England, France and Japan.
Voted Best Fundraiser/Event in Williamson County eight consecutive years including 2014
All proceeds benefit over 2,800 kids served locally at seven Boys & Girls Clubs in Davidson & Williamson Counties

To get your tickets, click here.
For more information on Wine Down Main Street, contact Denise Carothers at 615.794.1106 or dcarothers@bgcmt.org
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
For more than 112 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 2,000 youth walk through the doors of the five 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 orwww.twitter.com/bgcmt.

CVQA Historic Downtown Franklin Quilt Show
2015-11-07 10:00 - 16:00
Enjoy a day in Historic Downtown Franklin: great shops, restaurants, and of course, CVQA’s “Historic Franklin Quilt Show”. Our location this year is central to Franklin’s beautiful neighborhoods and colorful Main Street, so you can shop, eat and walk around to your heart’s content.
This year’s CVQA Quilt Show, located in the meeting hall at the west end of St. Philip Catholic Church Center, will feature 100 quilts by members, including our Civil War Reproduction Challenge quilts. Vendors from all over Middle Tennessee will display a full range of fabrics, tools, books, kits and both sewing and embroidery machines presented by two well-known local shops.
We invite community centers, church, school, civic and seniors groups throughout our community, along with quilt guilds everywhere, to join us for this great event. If your group would like a personalized tour of our Quilt Show, we suggest scheduling your visit. We are wheelchair accessible; bus drop-off is adjacent to the entrance, and parking is plentiful in nearby city garages and streets.
ST. PHILIP CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2ND AVENUE & MAIN STREET, FRANKLIN, TN
ADMISSION: $5.00
For more information or to schedule a group tour, please contact:
Marianne Cooley, Chair, CVQA Quilt Show
marelc2008@Yahoo.com
Please visit CVQA’S HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN QUILT SHOW for more information.

Blue & Gray Days
2015-11-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2015-11-06 08:00 - 17:00
Blue & Gray Days draws hundreds of school children and adult spectators every year. Hosted by both The Carter House and Carnton Plantation, guests will meet Civil War re-enactors and get hands on experience with clothes, trades, and weapons of the past. This living history experience is the perfect field trip and great for families. For additional details or to make field trip reservations, please contact Angell Wallace at (615) 794-0903 or angell@boft.org.
Please note: Friday morning is always reserved specifically for school groups. Open to the general public at 1:30pm on Friday.
Individual Dates & Times: *
Nov 6, 2015: 9 am – 5 pm (Fri)
Nov 7, 2015: 9 am – 5 pm (Sat)
* Event durations are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.
For more information please visit Blue & Gray Days.

Wine Down Main Street
2015-11-07 08:00 - 17:00

Santa’s Arrival & Pajama Party with Santa
2015-11-07 10:00
CoolSprings Galleria is excited to kick off the holiday season with the arrival of Santa Claus on Saturday, November 7th at 10:00 am.
Welcome Santa Claus with a festive Pajama Party sponsored by The Goddard School! The event will begin at 10 am at center court near Dillard’s with musical entertainment and interactive games. Children under 12 who wear their pajamas to the event will receive a FREE holiday pillowcase (while supplies last). Enjoy cookie decorating, crafts by American Girl, balloon animals storytime and more!
A variety of photo packages are available for purchase and include a free $10 or $20 Promo Card from Shutterfly, the premier online site that enables you to turn photos into photo books, cards, and gifts. This year shoppers can also add the Santa photo download to their package, to personalize their photos online by adding stickers, as well as numerous borders.
Santa Claus is available to hear children’s wishes Monday thru Saturday from 10am to 1pm, 2pm to 5pm, and 6pm to 9pm; and Sundays from noon to 3pm and 3:30pm to 5pm. Santa’s visit to CoolSprings Galleria is from November 7th to December 24th at 6pm when he begins his Christmas trek around the world. Santa is located in Center Court.
About CoolSprings Galleria
Developed, Owned and managed by CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. of Chattanooga, Tennessee, [NYSE:CBL], CoolSprings Galleria is a more than 1.1 million square-foot super-regional shopping destination featuring more than 150 stores including Anne Taylor, American Girl, Apple Store, The Cheesecake Factory, J. Crew, H&M, Pottery Barn, White House l Black Market, Williams-Sonoma, and many more. CoolSprings Galleria is anchored by Belk, Dillards, JCPenney, and Macy’s and is conveniently located off I65 at exists 68 and 69, just fifteen miles south of Nashville. For additional information, find us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/CoolSpringsGalleria or visit www.CoolSpringsGalleria.com

Franklin Farmers Market at the Factory
2015-11-07 08:00 - 12:00
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 Tennessee. The summer season of the market is May through October every Saturday and the market is open 8am – 1pm. The winter season of the market is November through April. The hours for the winter market are 8am – noon for November and December. In January through April, the hours are 9am – noon.

An Evening With Friends
2015-11-06 19:00 - 23:00
Friends of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt announces date for An Evening With Friends 2015. An event benefiting Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and coordinated by Friends of Children’s Hospital, An Evening With Friends will feature Nashville-style entertainment, a live and a silent auction and dinner provided by The Loveless Café.
An Evening With Friends
Friday, November 6, 2015
7:00 – 11:00 p.m.
The Loveless Barn
$75/person ($50 tax deductible)

To purchase tickets please visit An Evening With Friends.
Event co-chairs: Jennifer Blankenship & Vera Lee.
An Evening With Friends 2015 Committee: Sally Arthur, Hayden Avery, Kristin Beach, Antonia Castagnola, Juliet Chobanian, Tracy Crawford, Karen Curnutte, Julie Dretler, Amy Janes, Pepper Magargee, Karen Merrill, Anna Moran, Anna Moran, Sara Neely, Brandon Plunkett, Cheryl Plunkett, Kaki Pulliam, Michelle Roberson, Rebecca Rutledge, Karre Sloan, Jenna Slocum, Liz Sparrow, Jill Talbert, Beth Throckmorton, Rosemary Ver Hulst, Katherine Williams.
About Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, a freestanding hospital dedicated to serving only children, is nationally recognized as a leading provider of pediatric health care services. Experts treat and work to prevent all health issues ranging from common childhood conditions to serious, advanced diseases. Featuring Centers of Excellence for the treatment of diabetes and congenital heart disorders, Children’s Hospital also operates the region’s only level 1 pediatric trauma unit and a neonatal intensive care unit with the highest designated level of care. In addition, Children’s Hospital is a top-level teaching and research facility. No child is denied care on basis of limited ability to pay. Children’s Hospital opened in 2004, expanded its physical space in 2012, and is readying for additional growth that will add four floors and 160,000 total sq. ft. through the Growing to New Heights Campaign. The new expansion, anticipated to open in 2017, will help advance the size and scope of the hospital’s mission.

CVQA'S HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN QUILT SHOW
2015-11-06 10:00 - 16:00

Annual Holiday Crafts and Car Show
2015-11-01 12:00 - 16:00, 2015-10-31 09:00 - 16:00
Celebrating Halloween & Christmas in one big weekend
Time to celebrate the seasons of Halloween and Christmas at the 25th Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Show and Kris Kringle Kar Klassic on October 31 and November 1, 2015 at the Williamson County Ag Expo Arena, 4215 Long Ln. This annual family event is presented by the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCPR) and features an invitational car show along with great holiday shopping, plus on-site trick or treating, visits and photos with Santa, and a community band concert.
On Saturday and Sunday, over 140 vendors will be participating in the arts and crafts show, with unique, handmade gifts, holiday and home décor, jewelry, apparel and other goodies made by local crafters and artists. Select holiday gifts for the whole family! Vintage and repurposed gifts, original art, pet items and more will be for sale at the show, so bring a shopping list.
On Saturday, October 31, the craft and car shows will celebrate the spirit of the Halloween season! Bring the kids in costume and trick or treat from all 140 vendor booths indoors from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
On Sunday, the show will switch gears to December holiday fun with Santa on hand to listen to wish lists and take photos with the kids from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Plus, you can enjoy a concert by the Williamson County Community Band on Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Vote for your favorite vehicle in the car show, sponsored by Hyundai of Cool Springs. The craft show is sponsored by NASH FM 103.3.
The Holiday Arts and Crafts Show and Kris Kringle Kar Klassic will be Saturday, October 31, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, November 1, from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is $2 per person, and includes the car and the craft show, both held indoors at the Williamson County Ag Expo Arena, 4215 Long Lane, (I-65, exit #61) in Franklin. Children 12 and younger are admitted free. Parking is free. Concessions will be on sale both days.
For more information about the craft show and booth availability (vendors may still apply), contact Sarah Foster at (615) 790-5719, ext. 2028. For information about the Kris Kringle Kar Klassic, contact Trish Bilbrey at (615) 790-5719, ext. 2044, or visit www.wcparksandrec.com.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization, here to benefit the community. Anyone may register for and participate in the department’s programs, teams, classes and events. For registration and additional information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com, or call (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010. You may also receive department information by “liking” Williamson County Parks and Recreation on Facebook or following us on Twitter at @wc_parksandrec or on Pinterest.
For more information please visit website.

BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY
2015-10-31 21:00
Together for over 22 years, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy — famously named after an autograph by blues legend Albert Collins — has appeared in concert venues across the world, sold millions of records, and had their music appear in hundreds of movies and television shows
With sold out concerts from the Hollywood Bowl to Lincoln Center, appearances with many of the country’s finest symphony orchestras, and television appearances ranging from Dancing with the Stars to Superbowl XXXIII, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy continues it’s decades long mission to revitalize America’s original musical art form and bring joy to audiences around the world.
Doors Open: 1 Hour Before Show
For tickets and more please visit The Franklin Theatre.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live

Pumpkins for a Purpose - Cooper Trooper Foundation Pumpkin Patch
2015-10-31 09:00 - 20:00, 2015-10-30 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-26 10:00 - 19:00
6th Annual Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser – October 3rd –31st
Each year in October, an ordinary piece of land sitting at the corner of one of middle Tennessee’s busiest intersections becomes a “pumpkin patch.” It’s not just any pumpkin patch…it’s THE place to buy your “Pumpkins for a Purpose.”
On October 3rd, Cooper Trooper Foundation will hold its 6th Annual Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser. It is the foundation’s primary fundraiser to support its mission of helping support families who have been diagnosed with childhood cancer.
The 501c3 non-profit organization began in 2009, after Rod and Missy Cook’s youngest son, Cooper, was diagnosed with Infantile Fibrosarcoma at only 8 weeks old. The couple saw quickly the impact that Cooper’s diagnosis had on the whole family, especially his two older brothers. In the midst of going through this, the Cooks decided to do something to encourage and support these often overshadowed “Heroes.” There are minimal resources for the well siblings of children diagnosed with cancer, yet they are the ones who suffer many of the adverse effects. Unfortunately, that is the nature of the disease and unintentionally, these siblings can feel left out. The Cooper Trooper Foundation wants them to know that they are not forgotten, even though much of the focus inevitably turns toward their sick sibling. With that in mind, CTF developed a “Courage Kit” which is given to well siblings. It includes items to celebrate the Heroes that they are, such as a t-shirt, medal, book, journal, and Huggable Hope duck.
Additionally, Cooper Trooper Foundation financially supports an endowed fund set up at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt specific to childhood cancer research. By September 2015, Cooper Trooper will have donated $100,000.00 to this fund.
Pumpkins and gourds of all shapes, sizes, and colors, as well as corn stalks are available. If you are going to buy your pumpkins, why not support a cause while doing so? You can feel confident that 100% of the profit from these pumpkin sales goes directly toward supporting its mission of helping these families whose lives have been turned upside down by cancer.
The Pumpkin Patch also offers a FREE Kid’s area every Saturday and Sunday, complete with an inflatable, trained face painters, corn trough, and games. Photo opportunities are also available any time. So, bring the family out and enjoy supporting a non-profit that is making a difference. The Pumpkin Patch is on the corner of Cool Springs Blvd and Mallory Lane – (in front of Walgreens).
To find out more information, visit their website www.coopertrooper.org and check out their Facebook page.

Hungry Mother Market
2015-10-30 16:00 - 21:00
Hungry Mother Market is a Sip-and-Shop event featuring over 50 upscale, local vendors. The market will be held twice a year in historic Franklin, TN. The hours of the fall market will be 4 pm to 9 pm on Friday, October 30th. There is a low admission cost of $3 to shoppers! Hungry Mother Market provides complimentary wine to shoppers and vendors! Make it a girls’ night out and enjoy a glass of wine while you shop!
October 30th will be our third market and we are anticipating it to be our most successful yet! Last fall we had over 700 shoppers and our vendors made a multitude of sales and contacts. Hungry Mother Market strives to create a unique sip-and-shop environment that allows shoppers to explore a variety of products. Our goal is to build a “local” culture that brings together the community in a sophisticated atmosphere. To learn more, visit https://www.facebook.com/hungrymothermarket or e-mail us at hungrymothermarket@gmail.com.

Equine Artist Showcase
2015-10-29 18:00 - 21:00
Join Terra Springs Ranch for an Equine Artist Showcase on Thursday, October 29 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. The showcase will feature talented artists from Tennessee and beyond. Some featured artists include Cindy Billingsley, Kathy Ziegler, Julie Ferris, Anna Whitworth, PJ Drayton, Topper Williams, Rachael McCampbell, Terri Wall Tucker and Jennifer Taylor with more to come.
You will certainly not want to miss out on gorgeous art, crisp fall air and the magnificent fall colors at Terra Springs Ranch. The evening will end with a bonfire and a build your own holiday-themed s’mores table and wine.
To RSVP, please email our Luxury Event Specialist Vera at vera@terraspringsranch.com.
Terra Springs Ranch and Pearls ‘n Spurs Luxury Trail Rides warmly thank our Contributing Sponsors for their generous support in creating this exclusive showcase:
Cindy Garvey United Country Leipers Fork Land & Home
Tennessee Equine Hospital
Bellaterra Ranch
Jackson Nance
Central Tennessee Dressage Association
Fashion Styling by August James

Take the Cake
2015-10-29 17:30
Take your pick of tasty treats at the second “Take the Cake” fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 29, at the historic Williamson County Courthouse in downtown Franklin. The pickings will be especially good this year with Mike Wolfe acting as master of ceremonies. You know Mike as the creator and co-star of “American Pickers” on the History Channel and now as creator of HGTV’s new show “Nashville Flipped.” The New York Times refers to Mike as “the Jack Kerouac of Junk.”
Proceeds from the event support the Williamson County DUI Court. The court serves as a constructive alternative for offenders with alcohol and drug abuse problems and offers treatment, supervision, and support for nonviolent offenders who have a primary diagnosis of alcohol abuse or dependency. Williamson County DUI Court is a team concept involving the General Sessions Court, the offices of the Public Defender and District Attorney, and the Defense Bar.
For further information contact Judy Oxford at 615-791-8511, judyoxford@comcast.net, or visit the website at duicourtfoundation.org.
Please see “Take the Cake”.

Pumpkins for a Purpose - Cooper Trooper Foundation Pumpkin Patch
2015-10-29 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-28 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-27 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-25 10:00 - 19:00
6th Annual Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser – October 3rd –31st
Each year in October, an ordinary piece of land sitting at the corner of one of middle Tennessee’s busiest intersections, becomes a “pumpkin patch.” It’s not just any pumpkin patch…it’s THE place to buy your “Pumpkins for a Purpose.”
On October 3rd, Cooper Trooper Foundation will hold its 6th Annual Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser. It is the foundation’s primary fundraiser to support its mission of helping support families who have been diagnosed with childhood cancer.
The 501c3 non-profit organization began in 2009, after Rod and Missy Cook’s youngest son, Cooper, was diagnosed with Infantile Fibrosarcoma at only 8 weeks old. The couple saw quickly the impact that Cooper’s diagnosis had on the whole family, especially his two older brothers. In the midst of going through this, the Cooks decided to do something to encourage and support these often overshadowed “Heroes.” There are minimal resources for the well siblings of children diagnosed with cancer, yet they are the ones who suffer many of the adverse effects. Unfortunately, that is the nature of the disease and unintentionally, these siblings can feel left out. The Cooper Trooper Foundation wants them to know that they are not forgotten, even though much of the focus inevitably turns toward their sick sibling. With that in mind, CTF developed a “Courage Kit” which is given to well siblings. It includes items to celebrate the Heroes that they are, such as a t-shirt, medal, book, journal, and Huggable Hope duck.
Additionally, Cooper Trooper Foundation financially supports an endowed fund set up at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt specific to childhood cancer research. By September 2015, Cooper Trooper will have donated $100,000.00 to this fund.
Pumpkins and gourds of all shapes, sizes, and colors, as well as corn stalks are available. If you are going to buy your pumpkins, why not support a cause while doing so? You can feel confident that 100% of the profit from these pumpkin sales goes directly toward supporting its mission of helping these families whose lives have been turned upside down by cancer.
The Pumpkin Patch also offers a FREE Kid’s area every Saturday and Sunday, complete with an inflatable, trained face painters, corn trough, and games. Photo opportunities are also available any time. So, bring the family out and enjoy supporting a non-profit that is making a difference. The Pumpkin Patch is on the corner of Cool Springs Blvd and Mallory Lane – (in front of Walgreens).
To find out more information, visit their website www.coopertrooper.org and check out their Facebook page.
