The Stories Behind the Songs featuring Martina McBride, The Warren Brothers and Leslie Satcher
2024-02-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Stories Behind the Songs featuring Martina McBride, The Warren Brothers and Leslie Satcher – The Franklin Theatre

The 21st District Recovery Court is hosting their 2nd annual singer-songwriter night on Wed., Feb. 21, 2024, from 7 – 9 p.m. at The Franklin Theatre. The intimate musical experience features Grammy® nominee and multi-platinum artist Martina McBride alongside singer-songwriters The Warren Brothers and Leslie Satcher.
“I’m so very honored to be taking part in this showcase with my dear friends The Warren Brothers, Leslie Satcher and the hard-working people of the 21st District Recovery Court,” said McBride. “Addiction and substance abuse affects so many people, their families, and their friends. That’s why it’s critical that we support the 21st District Recover Court and their effort to help those suffering from alcohol and substance abuse.”
All proceeds from the event will go directly to Recovery Court to support its 21-year mission to end the cycle of addiction and crime in our community by providing accountability and compassion to non-violent offenders in the criminal justice system.
“Both Brad and I have a passion to help those who are suffering from alcohol and substance abuse,” said Brett Warren, who also serves on Recovery Court’s board of directors. “This fundraiser is one of the ways we are supporting the addiction and recovery community and we look forward to joining Martina and Leslie as we share the inspiration behind some of our songs, while also raising funds to support the current 26 Recovery Court participants as they work hard to regain their lives and become healthy.” Those who would like to support Recovery Court but cannot attend the event may make an online donation at 21stdc.org.
About Martina McBride
Grammy® nominee and multi-platinum artist Martina McBride has sold over 23 million albums, including 20 Top 10 singles and six #1 hits. She’s won major music awards such as four Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the Country Music Association and three Top Female Vocalist awards from the Academy of Country Music. Martina has earned numerous Gold, Platinum, and Multi-Platinum records. Recognized for her philanthropy, she received awards like the Covenant House Beacon of Hope Award and the 2015 Harry Chapin Memorial Humanitarian Award. Martina’s contributions to country music were honored with the ACM Cliffie Stone Icon Award. She is also the author of two cookbooks: “Around the Table” and “Martina’s Kitchen Mix: My Recipe Playlist for Real Life.” In 2021, her exhibit “The Power of Her Voice” opened at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, extended through August 2023.
About The Warren Brothers
The Warren Brothers are an American songwriting duo. Brad and Brett Warren have written hits for Tim McGraw (“If You’re Reading This”, “Felt Good on My Lips”, “Highway Don’t Care”, “Thought About You”), Toby Keith (“Red Solo Cup”), Keith Urban (“Little Bit of Everything”), Faith Hill (“The Lucky One”), Martina McBride (“Anyway”, “Wrong Baby Wrong”), Dierks Bentley (“Feel That Fire”), Jerrod Niemann (“Drink To That All Night”), Jason Aldean (“Lights Come On”, “We Back”), Blake Shelton (“Every Time I Hear That Song”), Chris Young (“Sober Saturday Night”) and more. They’ve recorded songs by Luke Bryan, Little Big Town, Lady A, Thomas Rhett, Cole Swindell, Gary Allan, Tyler Farr, Billy Currington and many other A-list country artists. In addition, the brothers have also written songs for rock bands including Lynyrd Skynyrd, Nickelback, Hinder, Joss Stone and Boys Like Girls. They moved to Nashville from Tampa, Fla. in 1995 and in 1997 signed with RCA records, making three albums for RCA’s sister label BNA Records. During that time, they toured with Martina McBride and Faith Hill. As artists, they have seven Billboard Top 40 hits. McGraw took an interest in their songwriting and has recorded more than 30 of their songs. They were CMA nominees for Duo of the Year for six straight years and had GRAMMY® nominations for Song of the Year (“If You’re Reading This”) and a CMA Song of the Year (“Anyway”). In 2013 the duo won a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Original Song for ‘Good Afternoon America,’ the theme song for the ABC program ‘Good Afternoon America’ which they co-wrote with Little Big Town.
About Leslie Satcher
Leslie Satcher, a respected Nashville singer-songwriter from Texas, moved to Nashville at 26, quickly gaining recognition for her songwriting talent. She spent nearly 15 years with Sony Music Publishing and also signed with Warner Brothers, releasing her debut album, “Love Letters.” She has written for artists across genres, including Willie Nelson, Ariana Grande, and George Strait, earning multiple BMI “Million-Air” awards. Leslie has released albums showcasing her Texas roots and Delta soul. Her project “2 Days In Muscle Shoals” earned GRAMMY recognition in 2018 and 2019. Recently nominated to the Nashville Songwriters’ Hall of Fame, Leslie is known for her captivating live performances, with a busy schedule of songwriting sessions and shows across the U.S., U.K., and Canada.
About 21st District Recovery Court
The 21st Recovery Court serves the 21st Judicial District. Program participants are non-violent offenders with a history of chemical dependency, which has shown to be one of the primary reasons for repeated criminal activity. The program works with law enforcement and the courts as participants engage in a highly supervised, two-year program, providing treatment, supervision and support. Graduates of recovery court programs have a low rate of reoffending, especially compared to those offenders supervised in traditional court probation and parole programs. Participants’ recovery allows them to have a productive life while the community is served by a reduction in criminal activity and cost-effective treatment for offenders. Most importantly, the families and lives of the participants are restored to a safe and positive environment. Recovery courts in Tennessee are not supported by state judicial budgets, rather they are partially funded by a portion of statutory court costs paid by criminal offenders. For more information, visit 21stdc.org or call 615.595.7868.

Whiskey and Cheese Pairing Class at The Skylight Bar
2024-02-21 19:00 - 21:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Experience a curated whiskey and cheese tasting class led by our expert mixologists at The Skylight Bar, in collaboration with Grey’s Fine Cheeses.

Equal Opportunity Day
2024-02-22 11:30 - 14:00 | Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way South, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
On Thursday, February 22, 2024, friends and supporters of the Urban League of Middle Tennessee will gather to honor the work of the League over the past 56 years. Despite the various challenges facing our community, the League has continued to serve and support those in need.
Join us as we celebrate another year of our work Empowering Communities and Changing Lives!

National Margarita Day at The Skylight Bar
2024-02-22 12:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate National Margarita Day special margarita deals at The Skylight Bar in downtown Franklin, located inside The Factory at Franklin!

The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series: Jason Nix, Natalie Hemby, & Nathan Chapman
2024-02-22 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Jason Nix
Born in Music City and raised in south Mississippi, Nix moved back to Tennessee at the age of 18, rolled up his sleeves, and got to work.
Eventually sharing the stage with artists such as Vince Gill, Sugarland, Keb Mo, Ricky Skaggs, and Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics, his 17 years in Nashville have been spent learning. From lower Broadway to 15,000 seat arenas, he has also been seen behind artists like Canaan Smith and Chase Rice, playing guitar for both frontmen as their careers exploded. He wrote songs too, earning a publishing deal and landing cuts with Eli Young Band, Lainey Wilson, Vince Gill, Keb Mo, Darius Rucker, Natalie Hemby, Ariel Posen, Ashley Cooke, Jackson Dean, and Flatland Cavalry. Nix earned his first songwriter #1 as well as the 2021 ACM song of the year with Lainey Wilson’s, “Things A Man Oughta Know”.
Natalie Hemby
2 x Grammy Award-winner Natalie Hemby is revered as one of the music industry’s most notable songwriters creating hit after hit behind the scenes. Since signing her first publishing deal at 19, Nashville’s Natalie Hemby has become one of most successful and sought after songwriters in music, with countless hit songs recorded by artists such as Kacey Musgraves, Maren Morris, Sheryl Crow, Miranda Lambert, Lady Gaga, Yola, Dierks Bentley, Rag’n’Bone Man, Lady A, Kelly Clarkson, Little Big Town and Labrinth, to name a few.
She is also a member of the supergroup Highwoman composed of Marren Morris, Brandi Carlile and Amanda Shires.
Nathan Chapman
Three-time Grammy award winning producer and songwriter Nathan Chapman. Nashville Native. He is known primarily for working with singer songwriter Taylor Swift. He has written with John Mayer, Hillary Lindsey, Charles Kelley, Kylie Minogue, Sara Evans, Dave Haywood, Hillary Scott, Avicii, Michael Buble, Diplo, David Cook, Shay Mooney.

Live Music at The Skylight Bar
2024-02-23 17:00 - 20:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate the start of the weekend with a drink and live music every Friday night at The Skylight Bar in Franklin, located inside The Factory at Franklin!

Stairway to Zeppelin: A Tribute (featuring the hits from "Mothership")
2024-02-23 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Stairway to Zeppelin: A Tribute (featuring the hits from “Mothership”) – The Franklin Theatre
Paul O’Connor founder of STZ flourished at Sound City as a studio guitarist, vocalist, writer & producer. Paul was called to do vocal session by Bob Crew, Jerry Corbetta, Bill Conti for the Karate Kid. Worked with Autograph and numerous European artists. Paul performed with Heart, REO, Japan’s ‘Madonna’ Maria Hamada, Pegasus, Johnny O’, The O’Connor Brothers. Film Artists Agency secured acting gigs in national ad campaigns for Miller Beer, Pepsi Co, & Gatorade with Peyton Manning and Serena Williams.
In 2011 David Grohl purchased Sound City’s Neve console and produced the documentary ‘Sound City’. Paul appeared twice in the film with studio manager Paula Salvatore (Now at Capitol Studio) along with Rick Springfield, Kevin Cronin, Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, Tom Petty…so many notable iconic artists.
Paul went on to sign publishing deals in Nashville– Paul has written songs for The Little River Band and has cuts numerous feature films the television—and appeared in videos The Brothers Osborne and David Phelps.
Hankering to rock again Paul started Stairway To Zeppelin–a to-the-note Led Zeppelin tribute playing all the hits as you hear in the original recordings with added live arrangements. “Absolutely the best Zeppelin since Led Zeppelin”—Zep fan. STZ’s show includes synced video show.
STZ’s is four nationally recognized musicians from LA to Nashville. Musician’s notable credits collectively include the who’s who in the music business. Garth Brooks, Heart, REO, The Tubes, Richard Marx, Quiet Riot, Fun, Little River Band, Rascal Flatts, Jewel, Kenny Chesney, Autograph, Wilco, Bob Crew(Jersey Boys)…that’s just scratching the surface.
Paul Scholten; Drummer—owner and producer at ASCAP award winning County Q Studios in Nashville.
Eric Swanson; Bass, Mando, Bkg Vocals—UCLA & Berkley School of Music grad continues to compose for Universal,Warner Bros, Mattel, The Voice, MTV, VHI, History Channel, A&E, HBO, Lucas Arts, Disney, Activision studios projects and Disney…Quiet Riot members, Beach Boys, Eagles.
STA Vocalists: Chris Pietrangelo; (current) London / Memphis phenom vocalist.
Stairway To Zeppelin is becoming the #1 rated Led Zeppelin in the country! Fans are raving that STZ is the best they’ve seen. Venue buyers are saying the same—“We are extremely discriminate. We’ve seen over 30 tribute acts, including the very high dollar acts we’ve had here…you guys are best tribute we’ve had!” Julie Reynolds—Palos Verdes Performing Arts Center. Palos Verdes CA. July 2023

Buttercream Floral Cake Class
2024-02-24 09:00 - 10:00 | Sugar Drop Cafe & Dessert Boutique, 574 Franklin Road, Suite #110, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Buttercream Floral Cake Class – Sugar Drop Franklin
We are celebrating the winter season with a floral sheet cake class! Come learn how to work with various tips to create a stunning cake. This class is great for students ages 7+. All supplies are included.

The Franklin Farmers Market
2024-02-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Franklin Farmers Market, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
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 in downtown Franklin, TN. 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 non-profit FFM believes that local family farms can remain successful with support from the market to stay productive. Productive family farms are important to both the economic and environmental structures of Middle Tennessee communities and the Franklin Farmers Market is working to ensure the future of farming in Tennessee.
Artisans
While the Franklin Farmers Market is the home of real farmers, it is also the place for eclectic offerings from local artists and craftsmen. Come out to the market and meet Middle Tennessee’s best artisans who specialize in such crafts as original photography and paintings, hand turned woodwork, one of a kind pottery and handcrafted jewelry. It’s a diverse mix of local artisans, making the Franklin Farmers Market the spot for unique artworks, crafts and gifts.
Events and Festivals
The Franklin Farmers Market holds many events and festivals throughout the year, too! Their Pardoning of the Turkey event is a family favorite event! Another family favorite event is when Santa visits the market each December! The Franklin Strawberry Festival offers a lot of strawberries, of course! You will also find fun activities and games for kids and the best homemade strawberry shortcakes you’ll ever eat! The festival is great fun for all ages! The Tomato Festival celebrates summer’s favorite veggie with heirloom tomato tastings, plus a lot of fun games for the kids! The Franklin Watermelon Festival is a fun day for the whole family, too! Enjoy games for kids and adults, including the popular watermelon seed-spitting contest and the popular fastest watermelon eating contest. There will also be wild watermelon carvings and slices of ice cold watermelon to enjoy!

Market Hours: All Year Long, Every Saturday

The Franklin Farmers Market is a year-round market. The summer season of the market is May through October every Saturday 8am – 1pm. The winter season of the market is November through April with hours of 9am – 12noon.

Bingo and Bagels!
2024-02-24 10:00 - 11:00 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Bingo and Bagels at the Brentwood Library! Start your Saturday off on a fun note! Enjoy bagels while you play a few rounds of Bingo. Winners will take home prizes!

A Beginner's Guide to Using Your Camera - Teens & Adults
2024-02-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Fulton Greer Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Get your camera off of auto and learn how to use the manual settings! This Franklin class will teach you the essentials of manipulating the exposure triangle to achieve the photos you want. Each leg of the triangle will be explained with easy to understand examples. This class is perfect for new photographers who want to understand how to better utilize their DSLR or mirrorless camera.
A DSLR camera, mirrorless camera, or the latest iPhone or Android phone is required for this class. If you have the manual for your camera, it is recommended that you bring it with you.

Nolensville Winter Farmers Market
2024-02-24 10:00 - 13:00 | Mill Creek Church of Christ at Nolensville, 7260 Nolensville Rd., Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
The Nolensville Winter Farmers Market features local produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, hot food, crafts and more!

The Nolensville Winter Farmer’s Market is open on Saturdays, December through April from 10 AM to 1 PM at Mill Creek Church of Christ, 7260 Nolensville Rd. The Nolensville Farmers Market Board takes pride in bringing fresh, local food to Nolensville while supporting local farmers and artisans. You will find all kinds of organic or naturally grown produce, several varieties of meat, baked goods, farm fresh eggs, crafts and more! The Nolensville Farmer’s Market is a great place to stop and pick up your groceries, grab a bite to eat and meet your neighbors. You’re sure to see a friendly face or two.

Family Geocaching Day
2024-02-24 10:00 - 13:00 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Come to Owl’s Hill for a day of family fun and exploration! Geocaches are hidden in containers that can be found using a GPS or smartphone. Head out on our kid-friendly course set up with caches ready to be found. (We’ll also have a couple more challenging caches for anyone looking for extra adventure.) Hike around in the woods and see what you can find. No experience necessary!
Bring your own GPS device or use your smartphone with Google Maps installed to find the caches. Participants are welcome to bring tradeables (small toys or trinkets) to leave or exchange in caches.
Check in between 10 am and 1 pm. Trails are open for geocaching until 3 pm. The gate closes promptly at 3 pm.
Planning to bring a picnic? You are welcome to use the picnic tables in our orchard. Please plan to carry out your trash.
Saturday, February 24, 2024
10 am – 1 pm
Cost: $10 Adult (ages 13+), $8 Child (ages 12-5) Children 4 & under free

Watercolor Landscapes
2024-02-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Fulton Greer Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Discover a personal approach to painting landscapes with watercolor. Explore expressive color and fluid paint on paper as you create dramatic skies and atmospheric effects. Experiment with a variety of textural techniques to help you simplify and suggest mountains, trees, rocks, and more. All skill levels are welcome, including beginners.

February Birthday Party with Tiff’s Treats!
2024-02-24 10:00 - 19:00 | Kendra Scott – Franklin, 1556 W McEwen Dr, Unit 118, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Come celebrate your birthday with Kendra Scott and Tiff’s Treats! If you haven’t used your birthday discount yet, now is the perfect time! Join us at the Franklin, Tennessee location for extra special treats, just for our February birthday customers! Treat yourself Tiff’s Treats Birthday Confetti flavor, features a festive and colorful sugar cookie baked with confetti sprinkles and white chocolate chips that captures the delightful taste of a birthday cake.
The Birthday Discount is valid for 50% off one Fashion Jewelry or Color Bar® item and 25% off one Fine Jewelry, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Gold Vermeil Jewelry, Watch or Home Goods item during the customer’s birthday month. The birthday discount is not valid on the purchase of gift cards, gift sets, jewelry accessories, limited-edition collections, nail lacquer, Kendra Scott branded merchandise, masks, apparel or items with an associated giveback. Please note that the $25 birthday gift add-on and items purchased using the birthday discount are final sale and the discount may not be applied to previous purchases or combined with other offers. Offer is non-transferable and voidable if transferred prior to redemption.

Felicia Murrell Book Signing
2024-02-24 11:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E Main, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us at Landmark Booksellers on February 24, at 11am to celebrate Author Felicia Murrell and her new book, AND: The Restorative Power of Love In An Either/Or World. This book is an invitation to encounter the lived experience and philosophical musings of another as a human, not as a project or agenda to conquer. Without apology, it embraces humanity and all the emotions, back stories, and history that come along with who we are and who Love is inviting us to be.

Bob Ross Certified Oil Painting Workshop
2024-02-24 12:00 - 14:30 | Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring HIll, TN, 37174, United States
Bob Ross Certified Oil Painting Workshop – In the Midst of Winter, Spring Hill
Join Certified Ross Instructor ® Quintin Burlingame as he leads students of all skill levels through the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet technique ®. In this oil painting, based on Season 31 Episode 12 of the Joy of Painting, students will paint a snowy barn scene on a 12×16 canvas.
All materials needed to complete the painting are provided by the instructor.
Ages 11 and above is allowed but ages 13 and above is recommended.

Rising Stars present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR.
2024-02-24 14:00 - 2024-02-25 19:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
WCPR Children’s Theatre’s Rising Stars (grades 2nd – 8th grade) present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth. The musical follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka’s rules in the factory — or suffer the consequences.
Saturday, February 24th at 2pm
Saturday, February 24th at 7pm
Sunday, February 25th at 2pm
Sunday, February 25th at 7pm

Goo Goo Cluster Collaborates with Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery and Corsair Di
2024-02-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Goo Goo Chocolate Co., 116 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN, 37201, United States
As a part of February’s city-wide Dine Nashville celebration, Goo Goo Cluster will feature a chocolate and spirits pairing tastings led by Distiller Andy Nelson from Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery and Distiller Dylan Lewis with Corsair Distillery to benefit The Giving Kitchen and Big Table. The experience includes a hands-on custom Goo Goo making activity, classic clusters and a take-home apron, alongside a chocolate and spirits pairing education led by the distillers. Must be 21+ to book. Reserve your spot at experience.googoo.com!

Joseph O'Brien Live at Blackberry Meadows Farm
2024-02-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Blackberry Meadows Farm TN, 1725 Barker Road, Thompson's Station, TN, 37179, United States
Come enjoy an intimate family friendly evening with Gotee Records singer-songwriter Joseph O’Brien in concert at Blackberry Meadows Farm in Thompson’s Station, TN just outside Nashville. Joseph first gained prominence by appearing on Season 13 of the show “America’s Got Talent.”

Tennessee Songwriters Week Showcase
2024-02-24 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Tennessee Songwriters Week Showcase – The Franklin Theatre
Hear from future music stars at the Tennessee Songwriters Week Showcase at the historic Franklin Theatre!! This can’t-miss event takes place on Saturday, February 24th at 8 PM (CST) where Showcase winners will go on to compete at the Bluebird Cafe.

Bob Ross Certified Oil Painting Workshop
2024-02-25 14:00 - 16:30 | Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd., Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
Bob Ross Certified Oil Painting Workshop – In the Midst of Winter, Nolensville
Join Certified Ross Instructor ® Quintin Burlingame as he leads students of all skill levels through the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet technique ®. In this oil painting, based on Season 31 Episode 12 of the Joy of Painting, students will paint a snowy barn scene on a 12×16 canvas.
All materials needed to complete the painting are provided by the instructor.
Ages 11 and above is allowed but ages 13 and above is recommended.

Henrietta Red x Chef Andrew Carmellini
2024-02-25 17:00 - 22:00 | Henrietta Red, 1200 4th Ave. N., Nashville, TN, 37208, United States
Henrietta Red x Chef Andrew Carmellini featuring a menu inspired by “Sin City”
Award-winning chefs Julia Sullivan of Henrietta Red and Andrew Carmellini of Carne Mare are collaborating again in support of Music City’s restaurant industry. Hosted at Henrietta Red on Sunday, Feb. 25, the duo will infuse both land and sea into a seasonally driven tasting menu for a memorable experience.

The Jazz Legacy Project (presents John Coltrane - the Beauty of Struggle) with the Teafolk Trio
2024-02-25 19:00 - 21:30 | The Whiskey Room Live – Franklin, 1910 Galleria Blvd., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
The Whiskey Room Live is a seated music venue inside of KINGS BOWLING in Franklin, TN. All ages are welcome. Kings offers a full menu and full bar to order from. Parking is free, and no validation is needed. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the Show starts at 7 PM -9:30 PM.
Advance tickets $10, at the door price $15.
THE JAZZ LEGACY PROJECT:
Created in 2015 after an epiphany Justin Varnes had while teaching Jazz History at Georgia State University, the JLP has an ongoing residency at the Velvet Note jazz club in Atlanta, where they have been selling out their performances for 6 years and counting. Ditching a traditional textbook in favor of playing records and telling stories about the artists to college kids who knew little or nothing about jazz proved to be a big success. It turned out that performing the artist’s music and telling their stories in between proved to be an even bigger success.
The Jazz Legacy Project presents the Life and Music of John Coltrane – the Beauty of Struggle. Coltrane’s transformation from his traumatic childhood, late blooming as a musician, and alcohol addiction into the creator of some of the most beautiful, powerful, and indelible music is one of the most inspirational stories in American culture. Featuring passionate jazz performances combined with socially-conscious and relevant narration that helps the listener understand how Coltrane’s music works, his impact on modern music, and his impact on America and its culture. Tailored to casual audiences looking to better appreciate America’s art form born of the African-American Experience. The show features a multimedia experience of live music, narration, images, and video footage.
www.jazzlegacyproject.com
Bringing casual jazz listeners inside the minds and music of the most influential and interesting American musicians of all time, drummer Justin Varnes leads ensembles of various sizes in engaging performances that highlight masters in the jazz tradition.
OPENER: the Teafolk Trio.
Featuring: Alice Gould – Fiddler, vocalist & songwriter from Savannah, Alice began her big stage performances at 5, participating in her first Walnut Valley Bluegrass Festival. She was chosen as an Acoustic Kids Ambassador and has performed at Merlefest or Walnut Valley each year since. Alice has competed in fiddle contests from CO to NC winning multiple awards. Alice was chosen as the Junior Jazz Rising Star and will be the first 2024 Strings intern at Hilton Head Jazz Camp. She regularly performs in the Low Country as a soloist, in a rock duo, Jazz and classical violinist, and in many bluegrass groups. Alice would be at home sharing the stage with bands like Nickel Creek, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, April Verch, & Hank, Pattie & the Current. https://alicegouldmusic.com/

Asleep at the Wheel
2024-02-25 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Asleep at the Wheel – The Franklin Theatre

For over fifty years, Asleep at the Wheel’s Ray Benson has been traversing the globe as an ambassador of Western swing music and introducing its irresistible sound to generation after generation. More than 100 musicians have passed through the Wheel, but Benson remains the front man and the keeper of the vision, in the process racking up more than 30 albums, ten Grammy awards and literally millions of miles on the road.
“I’m the reason it’s still together, but the reason it’s popular is because we’ve had the greatest singers and players,” Benson explains. “When someone joins the band, I say, ‘Learn everything that’s ever been done, then put your own stamp on it.’ I love to hear how they interpret what we do. I’m just a singer and a songwriter, and a pretty good guitar player, but my best talent is convincing people to jump on board and play this music.”
Asleep at the Wheel has collaborated on records with genre-spanning friends, including Willie Nelson on 2009’s Grammy Nominated Willie and the Wheel and other critically acclaimed artists, including Brad Paisley, Jamey Johnson, Merle Haggard, George Strait, the Avett Brothers, Amos Lee, Old Crow Medicine Show and Lyle Lovett on Still the King, their 2015 critically acclaimed and Grammy winning tribute to Bob Wills. On their latest release, Half A Hundred Years, Asleep At The Wheel continued their contributions to the American music landscape when three original members of Asleep at the Wheel—Chris O’Connell, Leroy Preston, and Lucky Oceans—returned after 40 years to lend their voices and musicianship to a number of tracks on the album along with Emmylou Harris, Lee Ann Womack, George Strait, Lyle Lovett and Willie Nelson.
Asleep at the Wheel represents an important cornerstone of American roots music, even though some of its members and audiences represent a new generation. That far-reaching appeal remains a testament to Benson’s initial vision.
“It took me 60 years, but I’m doing what I’m meant to do—singing and playing and writing better than I ever have. A bandleader is just someone who gathers people around them to play the best music they can play. I just try and make the best decisions possible and kick some ass every night onstage.”

Comedy Improv Shows Every Monday Night at the Mockingbird Theatre
2024-02-26 07:30 - 09:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Oddity Improv is a non-profit theatre company based right here in Franklin. Come join us every Monday night for a show of clean-ish improv comedy in downtown Franklin at the Mockingbird Theatre at The Factory at Franklin!
This month we are celebrating the month of LOVE! Experience an evening filled with comedic romance themes and delightful discoveries about each other. Get ready for a more interactive and engaging shows!

Hear Stories from Williamson County's Black History Legends
2024-02-26 08:30 | TN
You’re Invited! In commemoration of Black History Month, The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County and The African American Heritage Society invite you to this special event at the new Moore-Morris History and Culture Center in Franklin, on Monday, February 26th at 8:30 AM. This event will feature reflections by Mrs. Sherry Booker Reynolds, Pastor Hewitt Sawyers, and Dr. Katie Kinnard White, in addition to a tour of the historic Harvey McLemore House (transportation will be provided). Seating is limited so register for this FREE event today: https://buff.ly/3OMbhDm
8:30 AM: Coffee & Welcome Reception
9:00 AM: Program Begins
10:15 AM: Transport to Harvey McLemore House
10:30 AM: Harvey McLemore Oral History Presentation Begins

Songwriter Showcase at The Skylight Bar
2024-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Grab a drink at The Skylight Bar in downtown Franklin, inside The Factory at Franklin and enjoy the musical stylings of a rotating selection of talented local musicians every Monday night!
About The Skylight Bar
The Skylight Bar, an innovative bar and event space, located in the Grand Hall of The Factory at Franklin. Conveniently situated at 230 Franklin Road in the heart of downtown Franklin, Tennessee, The Skylight Bar continues to be the perfect locale for creating lasting memories with the community, hosting events and more.

Alexander von Humboldt: Aspects of Nature
2024-02-27 08:00 - 2024-03-01 16:30 | Williamson County Archives and Museum, 611 W. Main St., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us February 27 – March 1 for the final week of Alexander von Humboldt: Aspects of Nature, on display at Williamson County Archives and Museum. The exhibition explores the compelling life and work of German naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, and his impact on modern environmental science. This family friendly exhibition is free and open to the public. Parking is available on site. A limited number of tours are available on March 1, with the exhibition curator Michael Hein. Give us a call at 615-790-5462 to schedule a time slot.

Lunch & Learn at Williamson County Animal Center
2024-02-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Williamson County Animal Center, 1006 Grigsby Hayes Court, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Williamson County Animal Center (WCAC) invites everyone to learn about the shelter’s programs and services while enjoying a free lunch. Space is limited so online registration (www.adoptwcac.org/284/Attend-Lunch-Learn) is required. One day each month, beginning at 12:00pm, guest will be treated to a boxed lunch (bottled water also provided) while they get a look into the programs and services offered at WCAC and the impact they have in our community. Following the 15 – 20 minute introduction to the workings of the center, guests will then tour the cat and dog adoption areas of the shelter.
For more information, please contact Scott Pieper, Assistant Director, by email scott.pieper@williamsoncounty-tn.gov or by phone (615) 790-5590.
