KT Tunstall
2016-10-07 20:00 (America/Chicago)
KT Tunstall at The Franklin Theatre
Two years ago, KT Tunstall thought she was done with music. Not done as in she’d never again play guitar or sing, but done playing professionally, at least for the foreseeable future. “As an artist I feel like I died,” she says. “I didn’t want to do it anymore.” It had been ten years since she’d released her multi-platinum debut, ‘Eye To The Telescope’ (2004), and twenty-some years since she started playing gigs as a teenager back home in St. Andrews, Scotland.
Please see The Franklin Theatre for event information.

Coffee and Crafts!
2016-10-08 09:00 - 12:00
Craft Love Franklin – Coffee and Crafts in Franklin, TN
Join us in our workshop for coffee and crafts! We’ll provide the coffee and everything necessary to create your next home décor piece, all you need to bring is your creativity! Choose from over 20 wood signs to make in this class. Customize your piece to match your home décor or as the perfect gift to give.
Date Saturday, October 8, 2016
Time 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Class Type DIY Workshop
Price $65.00
Seats Available 17
107 Confederate Dr. Suite 1
Franklin, TN 37064

Touch a Truck - Thompson’s Station
2016-10-08 10:00 - 14:00
“TOUCH A TRUCK” IS SATURDAY
Free event tomorrow in Thompson’s Station
Williamson County Parks and Recreation’s annual “Touch a Truck” is Saturday, October 8! This free family friendly event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot of Thompson Station Church, 2604 Thompson Station Road and Columbia Pike. Kids of all ages will have the opportunity to look at, climb on and sound all the bells and whistles on nearly 30 different kinds of large scale construction and public service vehicles.
Kids can paint a toy vehicle to take home at the free craft tent, and families will enjoy a variety of entertainers on the performance stage, including musicians, magicians, and dancers! There will be free face painting and a raffle tent giving away lots of great prizes for the whole family, including cool items such as motorized kid’s vehicles and more! This is a great, hands-on opportunity for children and adults to explore all types of BIG vehicles. This event is for all ages to enjoy! Admission to the event is free; though cost is incurred for concessions from on-site food trucks. Rides on the D&H Railroad trackless train are just $1. Sponsors: The Children’s Academy and Sport Clips. Supporters: Premier Chiropractic, Lil’ Sluggers (LPG Sports Academy), Merle Norman, Hibbett Sports, Captain D’s, Dreams Do Come True, Buffalo Wild Wings, Whit’s Frozen Custard, FastStop and McDonald’s. Concessions: Moe Better, Kona Ice, D’s Kettle Corn.
For more information, contact Whitney Osborne at the Longview Recreation Center, (615) 302-0971, ext. 2214.

Celebration of Nations
2016-10-08 10:00 - 19:00
Celebration of Nations – October 8th, 2016 – Historic Downtown Franklin, TN
On October 8th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. the Sister Cities of Franklin and Williamson County will present the eighth annual “Celebration of Nations” festival in downtown Franklin, TN. The mission of the Celebration of Nations is to create global and cultural passion, beginning with a personal knowledge and understanding of the interconnectedness of people universally. They believe one way to accomplish this goal is through genuine artistic and sensory representations of various nations. This unique affair will consist of booths featuring different products and techniques used around the world. Booths will be displaying representation of one or more cultures. Food and beverages from a variety of nations will also be available.
The event will take place on 4th Avenue South (in front of the parking garage) and the connecting alley from 4th Avenue to the Historic Williamson County Courthouse. Two stages featuring music and dance from around the globe will be seen and heard throughout the day. At 7:30 p.m. this year’s headliner, “San Rafael Band” featuring Rafael Vasquez will take the stage.
Vasquez is a talented songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist who is comfortable with a variety of instruments and styles ranging from conjunto’s bajo sexton, jazz, classical, blues and rock, and has been in high demand for years. In the last few years Vasquez has begun to work with students at Belmont University and in the Metro Nashville Public Schools to share his knowledge of music and Hispanic culture. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Rafael is a tremendous asset to the “Música de la gente” – “Music of the People program”. This is a great entertainer with an amazing band that you don’t want to miss!
Starting at 4 p.m. a variety of international beers and wines from 15 different countries will be available individually for six dollars. The rest of the festival’s activities are free and open to the public.

Sunday Polo in the Park
2016-10-09 11:45 - 14:15
Sunday Polo in the Park – October Series in the TSC Arena At Harlinsdale Farm

Sunday, October 2 (Nashville vs Louisville)
Sunday, October 9 (USA vs S.Africa Rematch)
Sunday, October 16 (Nashville vs Memphis)
Sunday, October 23 (University of KY Polo Team vs Franklin Polo Academy)

Schedule of Events

11:45 AM Gates Open
12:00PM Pre Game Franklin Polo Academy Match/ Polo Demonstration
12:30 PM Match Begins
1:15 PM Half Time Challenge
1:30 PM Second Half
2:15 PM Trophy Presentation

Alternating Kids Activities for Sunday Polo in the Park Series

Marco the Wooden Horse & Hitting Cage
Foot Mallet Area
Pony Rides
Meet the Franklin Polo Academy horses
Bounce House/Slide
Stick Horse Races

For more information please visit franklinpolo.com.

Franklin Civil War Round Table
2016-10-09 15:00
The Franklin Civil War Round Table will present Eric Jacobson, who will speak on “General Wagner at Franklin.” 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.

Kids Day
2016-10-09 12:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States

Mark Wilkinson & Guests
2016-10-10 18:00
Mark Wilkinson is undoubtedly one of the most captivating acoustic artists to emerge from Australia in recent times. He’s sold out shows right around his home country, as well as in neighboring New Zealand, the U.S., and across Europe and the U.K. He’s toured arenas with some of the highest selling artists of all time including Brian Wilson, Chicago, America, and Peter Frampton. He’s performed live on television in Germany and The Netherlands, and has been voted the ‘Singer/Songwriter Discovery of the Year’ in North America by SiriusXM Radio, with almost 30 million listeners. He’s an impassioned, independent singer/songwriter with a global view and an international following, built on the word-of-mouth of dedicated fans.
Kimbro’s Cafe
214 S Margin St, Franklin, TN 37064
Monday Oct. 10, 2016
Set Time: 6:00 PM
Tickets: $5.00
Link: http://markwilkinsonmusic.com/event/1669139/304987165/kimbro-s-cafe-franklin-us

2016 Hope Grows
2016-10-11 18:00 - 21:00
The Refuge Center for Counseling 2016 Hope Grows Benefit – October 11, 2016 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm- Jamison Theater
Join The Refuge Center for Counseling for Hope Grows, a benefit supporting The Refuge Center for Counseling. The 4th annual fundraising dinner and awards ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, October 11, 2016 from 6-9 p.m. at The Factory at Franklin, Jamison Hall.
Please see website for tickets and more information.

Marcia Ball Featuring Sarah Potenza
2016-10-11 20:00
Marcia Ball Featuring Sarah Potenza at The Franklin Theatre
The Texas-born, Louisiana-raised musical storyteller has earned worldwide fame for her ability to ignite a full-scale roadhouse rhythm and blues party every time she strolls onto the stage. Her groove-laden New Orleans boogie, deeply soulful ballads and rollicking Gulf Coast blues have made her a one of-a kind favorite with music fans all over the world.
For tickets and event information see The Franklin Theatre.

Vintners Dinner
2016-10-12 18:30
Vintners Dinner – Sperry’s Cool Springs and Silver Oak Winery/Twomey Cellars
The Vintner’s Dinners offer attendees the opportunity to taste amazing, carefully-selected wines paired with meticulously crafted culinary treats. Each course offers unique insight about the wines from the Vintner’s representative and usually an opportunity to ask the chef questions.

For more information please visit Franklin Wine Festival Vintners Dinners.

Donna The Buffalo
2016-10-12 20:00
Donna The Buffalo at The Franklin Theatre
Original roots music since 1989, infused with elements of cajun, rock, folk, reggae, and country.

“Donna The Buffalo is from central New York state, not Louisiana, but this widely loved quintet has woven that joyful, hip-shaking zydeco pulse into the DNA of its sound, and leaders Jeb Puryear and Tara Nevins have wrapped that core vibe with hopeful, mellow lyrics.” –Music City Roots, Craig Havighurst.
For more information and tickets see The Franklin Theatre.

City Farmhouse Fall Pop-Up Fair
2016-10-14 08:00 - 17:00
City Farmhouse Fall Pop-Up Fair – The Factory at Franklin – Franklin, TN Events

The #CityFarmhousePopup Fairs have been named one of the top five events to attend in October
by Southern Living, the top October event to attend in Tennessee by Garden & Gun,
and the #1 Flea Market/Antique Show by Romantic Country.
October 14-15, 2016

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14
First Shop of the Show {Early Buying}
8 a.m.- 12 p.m.
$25/person
*includes weekend pass
General Admission
12 p.m.-5 p.m.
$12/person

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15
General Admission
8 a.m.- 4 p.m.
$12/person
Please see City Farmhouse Fall Pop-Up Fair for more information.

Martin Masters Event
2016-10-14 08:00 - 2016-10-15 17:00
For one weekend, the FiftyForward Martin Center will be transformed into an art gallery displaying more than 500 original works of art by more than 40 local and regional professional artists. The eleventh annual Martin Masters event, a fine art sale and exhibit will be held October 14 and 15 located at 960 Heritage Way off Concord Road in Brentwood, Tennessee. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. with plenty of parking accessibility. Parking is accessible and free of charge.

DYI Workshop Craft Love Franklin
2016-10-14 19:00 - 22:00
Map and American Flag at Craft Love Franklin
Join us in our workshop to make one of our map or American flag projects. Choose from any of our beautiful 2ft x 4ft projects and customize it yourself to match your home decor or as the perfect gift to give.
Date Friday, October 14, 2016
Time 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Class Type DIY Workshop
Price $75.00
Seats Available 12
107 Confederate Dr. Suite 1
Franklin, TN 37064

City Farmhouse Fall Pop-Up Fair
2016-10-15 09:00 - 15:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
City Farmhouse Fall Pop-Up Fair at The Factory at Franklin – Franklin, TN Shopping Events

The #CityFarmhousePopup Fairs have been named one of the top five events to attend in October by Southern Living, the top October event to attend in Tennessee by Garden & Gun, and the #1 Flea Market/Antique Show by Romantic Country.
October 14-15

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14
First Shop of the Show {Early Buying}
8 a.m.- 12 p.m.
$25/person
*includes a weekend pass
General Admission
12 p.m.-5 p.m.
$12/person

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15
General Admission
9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
$12/person
Please see City Farmhouse Fall Pop-Up Fair for more information on the shopping events.

Saddle Up! 25th Anniversary Homecoming
2016-10-15 10:00 - 14:00
Please join us Saturday, October 15th as we celebrate Saddle Up!’s 25th ANNIVERSARY HOMECOMING!
Activities include awards, demonstrations, exhibits, hay rides, and music. Lots of fun for the kids!
Lunch will be available for purchase from The Men of St. Paul’s.
Please RSVP to Tina Carpenter at 615-794-1150 or tcarpenter@saddleupnashville.org.

Grand Ol' Chili Cookoff
2016-10-15 11:00 - 16:00
Grand Ol’ Chili Cookoff – Franklin, TN Events and Things to Do!
Date: October 15, 2016
Hours: 11am to 4pm
Admission: 9 and older $8
8 and younger FREE
Family Pak Includes:
2 Adults (16 and up) + 2 children (9-15) $25
FREE Parking
The 15th Annual GRAND OL’ CHILI COOKOFF in Leiper’s Fork, TN will take place on Saturday October 15, 2016. This hot festival will be held in the field on the corner of Floyd Rd & Old Hillsboro Rd! Parking is located on the opposite side of Old Hillsboro Rd. There will be parking attendants to help you.
Old Hillsboro Rd.
Franklin, TN 37064 (Leiper’s Fork)
For more information please visit 15th Annual GRAND OL’ CHILI COOKOFF.

Barktoberfest
2016-10-15 12:00 - 17:00
Celebrating its 8th year, Barktoberfest™ is Middle Tennessee’s fastest growing pet festival, rocketing from 3,000 to 11,000 attendees in 2015 — making it the most heavily attended pet festival in the greater Nashville area! It also won 3rd place for “BEST FESTIVAL” in The Tennessean’s 2013 Toast of Music City Awards… the only pet festival to place in the category!
This year, Barktoberfest returns to the beautiful, sprawling grounds of The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, in a continued partnership with the City of Franklin Parks. This year, due to our recent growth, we are increasing free parking areas as well as parking staff to ensure a smooth entrance and exit.
This year, we are excited to introduce a new Arts + Crafts Bazaar, featuring independent vendors and their locally made, Middle Tennessee products — ranging from gourmet foods and natural body products to artwork, woodwork, jewelry and more. This area will be adjacent to the food truck parking lot.
As always, Barktoberfest will feature a fabulous variety of food trucks, a pet adoption fair featuring local rescue groups and shelters, and business and nonprofit vendor booths to browse and shop. There will also be canine agility demonstrations, kids games and activities and much more.
We’ll be announcing our musical lineup soon.
Of course, the highlight of Barktoberfest is always our Howl-O-Ween Costume Contests, where humans and pooch pals alike compete for over $5,000 in fun and fabulous prizes! Costume contests are $15 per entry per contest, and include 3 contests this year: a Kids Costume Contest (ages 3 – 12), a Dog Costume Contest and our Dog + Human Costume Combo Contest.
Don’t miss Middle Tennessee’s most fun and festive fall event! Leash up your pooch pal and bring the whole family in costume for an afternoon of fun and a chance at some great prizes!
Please visit BARKTOBERFEST for more information.

Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival
2016-10-15 12:00 - 17:00
2016 Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival
October 15, 2016
Noon-5pm
Two Rivers Mansion
3130 McGavock Pike
Nashville, TN 37214
The 7th annual Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 15 from noon to 5 p.m. on the grounds of the historic Two Rivers Mansion in Donelson. The annual outdoor event raises funds for local non-profit organizations in the Hermitage and Donelson communities.
Guests are invited to stroll along the shaded grounds of Two Rivers Mansion while sampling more than 100 different beers and 90 selections of wine, including local varieties, such as Black Abbey and Tennessee Brew Works. This year’s festival will also feature seasonal fall beers, from pumpkin to fall ciders. In addition to wine and beer tastings, the festival also features artisan booths and local entertainment from various genres of music from country to pop.

Spooks & Coupes
2016-10-15 18:00 - 20:30
Spooks & Coupes Family Halloween Event at Franklin Recreation Complex
Williamson County Parks and Recreation – ‘Spooks and Coupes’ on Saturday, October 15, 2016 from 6:00pm to 8:30pm at the Franklin Recreation Complex. This fun annual event will feature over 30 classic cars (coupes) with trunks full of treats! Families and kids alike are encouraged to wear their costumes as they trick-or-treat along the trail behind the recreation center. Then, visit with favorite characters, or make something ghoulish in the Halloween craft tent. There will be free entertainment throughout the evening, free rides on the D&H Railroad trackless train plus fun inflatables! If you get hungry, delicious food truck concessions will be for sale (additional cost).
For more information please visit Spooks and Coupes and Williamson County Parks & Recreation.
Spooks & Coupes is sponsored by Maury Fence Co., Williams Medical Supply, C&I Design, and Carbine & Associates.

Sunday Polo in the Park
2016-10-16 11:45 - 14:15, 2016-10-23 11:45 - 14:15
Sunday Polo in the Park
October Series in the TSC Arena At Harlinsdale Farm

Sunday, October 2 (Nashville vs Louisville)
Sunday, October 9 (USA vs S.Africa Rematch)
Sunday, October 16 (Nashville vs Memphis)
Sunday, October 23 (University of KY Polo Team vs Franklin Polo Academy)

Schedule of Events

11:45 AM Gates Open
12:00PM Pre Game Franklin Polo Academy Match/ Polo Demonstration
12:30 PM Match Begins
1:15 PM Half Time Challenge
1:30 PM Second Half
2:15 PM Trophy Presentation

Alternating Kids Activities for Sunday Polo in the Park Series

Marco the Wooden Horse & Hitting Cage
Foot Mallet Area
Pony Rides
Meet the Franklin Polo Academy horses
Bounce House/Slide
Stick Horse Races

For more information please visit franklinpolo.com.

7th Annual Waltrip Brothers Charity Championship Champion’s Dinner
2016-10-19 18:00
The 2016 Waltrip Brothers’ Charity Championship is set for October 19th and 20th at The Factory and the Vanderbilt Legends Club in Franklin, and supporting Motor Racing Outreach, American Diabetes Association and Speedway Children’s Charities.
For further information, please contact Van Colley at vancolley@waltripbrothers.com.

Women Wine and Wood - Craft Love Franklin
2016-10-19 18:00 - 21:00
Women, Wine and Wood at Craft Love Franklin
You need a night out with your girlfriends! Come relax with a bottle of wine and hammer out those midweek stresses while you create a piece of art for your home. Choose from over 20 different projects to make in an instructor-led workshop. Register online to sign up for this workshop!
Date Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Time 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Class Type DIY Workshop
Price $65.00
Seats Available 24
107 Confederate Dr. Suite 1
Franklin, TN 37064
Event details are below.

The Battle of Franklin and American Memory History Symposium
2016-10-20 07:30 - 2016-10-22 07:30
Dates: October 20 – 22
Through lectures, panel discussions, and tours of the battlefield and historic homes, the symposium will offer an in-depth look at the Civil War in 1864 and the long post-war years. Attendees will learn about the events leading up to the Battle of Franklin, the battle itself, and civilian perspectives. The long path to our modern times will also be covered. This symposium will allow guests to learn about these pivotal moments in American history in a unique way.
All proceeds from this symposium are directed to help save the Carter House Outbuildings.
A century and a half ago November 30 became an indelible part of Franklin’s history. Since 1951 when the The Carter House was saved and subsequently opened to the public, there have been many people and groups that have worked to preserve this important story. Through attending this symposium October 20-22nd, 2016, you too are helping repair these historic buildings, open them to the public and broaden our daily presentation of the battle, the Carter family and slavery.
Tentative Itinerary
Thursday, October 20
Opening Reception at Carter House, 5:30 pm – 7pm
Friday, October 21
Breakfast and Lightning Round Speakers, 7:30 am
Columbia & Spring Hill Battlefield Tours, 9 am – 3:30 pm
Dinner at Carnton with speakers Sam Hood, author of two books on General John Bell Hood, and Dr. Carroll Van West, State Historian., 6:30 pm
Saturday, October 22
Breakfast and Lightning Round Speakers, 7:30 am
Franklin Battlefield Tours, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Hors d’oeuvres at Drury, 6:30 pm
Please visit website to register and for more information.

Franklin Wine Festival
2016-10-21 19:00 - 22:00
Franklin Wine Festival – Friday, October 21, 2016 – The Factory at Franklin
A truly grand experience for both foodies and wine connoisseurs alike! You will be afforded the opportunity to taste over 300 wines from around the world, paired with food from more than 30 of Middle Tennessee’s best restaurants.

Silent Auction Stage opens at 6 pm.
King & Queen of the Vines crowned at 8 pm.
Auction closes at 9 pm.
Live music will be offered on multiple stages throughout the evening.

Please visit Franklin Wine Festival for tickets and more information.

Invasion of the Scarecrows
2016-10-22 08:00 - 13:00
The Franklin Farmers Market – October 22 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
From big and tall to short and small, scarecrows of every size will invade the Franklin Farmers Market. And with the scarecrows comes a day of fun for everyone with a free pumpkin patch for the kids, face painting, the Perfect Pumpkin Painting booth!

Jazzmania 2016
2016-10-22 18:00 - 22:00
Jazzmania is the Nashville Jazz Workshop’s Annual Jazz Party and Fundraiser. All proceeds benefit the Nashville Jazz Workshop, and go to support the Workshop’s mission of enriching people’s lives through classes, performances, and special events for the community.
Jazzmania is the Jazz Party of the Year, with great live jazz from some of the city’s finest musicians.

There will be delicious food from Sargent’s Fine Catering and complimentary wine, beer, and a Jazzmania signature cocktail courtesy of Lipman Brothers.
Jazzmania also includes a live and silent auction, with unique and desirable items such as vacation packages, tickets to top events, special dinner packages, in-home concerts, artwork by the city’s top artists, and much more. The live auction will feature one-of-a-kind packages and items, including a week at a luxury vacation home in Grayton Beach, Florida and special concerts in your home or the Jazz Cave. We’ll also have fabulous art pieces, with previews coming soon!
For tickets and more information please visit Jazzmania 2016.

Domestic Violence Awareness 5k Run & Walk
2016-10-23 12:00
POSTPONED –
The Iris Compass Foundation, Bridges Domestic Violence Center, and the Nashville Police Department Domestic Violence Division have partnered together to create the inaugural Domestic Violence Awareness 5k run and walk.
Sunday, October 23
14th & Woodland | East Nashville
Check-in 12p | 5k Starts at 1p
Please see Domestic Violence Awareness 5k Run & Walk for more information.
