Music City Pickers Live
2016-12-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
Music City Pickers LIVE! is a weekly singer-songwriter show at The Factory at Franklin’s Little Brick Theater.
Hosted by multi-hit singer songwriters, Brady Seals and Gordon Kennedy, performances consist of talented up-and-coming songwriters to mega-hit writers and artists. Audiences are able to sit in a beautifully renovated theater and experience the performers in an intimate setting, unlike anywhere else in the area.
Music City Pickers LIVE! will feature hit-makers in two live shows, one running from 6-7:30pm and the other from 8:30-10pm in the recently renovated Little Brick Theater at the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Road/Franklin, TN). Tickets are on sale now at www.musiccitypickerslive.com. Space is limited and tickets for each show are only $15/General Admission or $25/VIP–front row experience. Come early, park for free and enjoy the wonders that the Factory at Franklin has to offer with shops and restaurants.

December 15, 2016 6-7:30PM: CMA and ACM award-winning country artist/songwriter Richie McDonald (Lonestar)

A Christmas Story
2016-12-15 18:30, 2016-12-16 19:30, 2016-12-17 14:30 - 19:30, 2016-12-18 14:30, 2016-12-20 18:30, 2016-12-21 18:30
A Christmas Story will be at Andrew Johnson Theater in Nashville, TN – December 1 through December 21, 2016
This is Nashville Rep’s eighth consecutive year performing A Christmas Story for Nashville, and we’re pretty sure you don’t need another description of the show. There’s a leg lamp, a pink bunny suit, and “Deck The Halls” sung in a Chinese restaurant. ‘Nuf said. Last season’s new cast looks forward to seeing you again.
APPROPRIATE AUDIENCE: Age 8 and older. If you are considering bringing someone younger than 8, please note that this is a full length play with a running time of over 2 hours.

A Studio Tenn Christmas
2016-12-15 19:00, 2016-12-16 19:00, 2016-12-17 19:00, 2016-12-18 14:00
A Studio Tenn Christmas – Jamison Theater at The Factory in Franklin – Holiday Events
December 8 – 18, 2016

Ring in the holidays Studio Tenn style! Our second annual Christmas concert returns to The Factory’s Jamison Theater for an expanded two-week run. This concert-style variety show stars company members and special guests putting a Studio Tenn spin on all your favorite songs of the season. From traditional carols to the glory days of big band, we’ll be serving up slices of holiday nostalgia from every era. It’s the perfect holiday outing for friends, families or co-workers, a great gift for anyone on your “Nice” list, or simply a chance to soak up some musical merriment during the most wonderful time of the year.
Please visit A Studio Tenn Christmas for tickets and more information.

Franklin Celebrates A Season of High Hopes
2016-12-15 20:00
Franklin Celebrates A Season of High Hopes: A Baby Changes Everything – Events Franklin, TN

Spend Thursday, December 15th at A Season of High Hopes with your friends at the historic Franklin Theatre along with Grammy winning songwriter Tim Nichols, Country Music icon Lee Greenwood, and acclaimed artists Billy Dean and Bradley Walker as they share some of their favorite stories and songs of the Christmas season. This inspiring evening will wrap up with a good ol’ fashioned Christmas carols sing as everyone gathered celebrates the life-changing services provided at High Hopes Development Center for children with special needs. Tickets are $50, on sale now, and going fast at www.FranklinTheatre.com, so get yours today for the best seats. Show starts at 8:00pm.
Join some of the most talented country artists in an intimate, historic setting while celebrating the transformative work of High Hopes, where last year alone nearly 650 children benefited from 18,830 physical/occupational/speech/feeding therapy appointments, and 126,360 preschool instructional hours. A Season of High Hopes is made possible this year by First Tennessee Bank as an Angel sponsor and Jackson National Life as a Star sponsor, additional support comes from Williamson Medical Center, Walton’s Antique and Estate Jewelry, Practice Resource Network, Inc., and Ivey Cakes. All funds raised from the event will be doubled thanks to a generous foundational grant. This special night at the Franklin Theatre will fill your heart with the holiday spirit and help children and their families with special needs in our area.

Music City Pickers Live
2016-12-15 20:30 - 22:00
Music City Pickers LIVE! is a weekly singer-songwriter show at The Factory at Franklin’s Little Brick Theater.
Hosted by multi-hit singer songwriters, Brady Seals and Gordon Kennedy, performances consist of talented up-and-coming songwriters to mega-hit writers and artists. Audiences are able to sit in a beautifully renovated theater and experience the performers in an intimate setting, unlike anywhere else in the area.
Music City Pickers LIVE! will feature hit-makers in two live shows, one running from 6-7:30pm and the other from 8:30-10pm in the recently renovated Little Brick Theater at the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Road/Franklin, TN). Tickets are on sale now at www.musiccitypickerslive.com. Space is limited and tickets for each show are only $15/General Admission or $25/VIP–front row experience. Come early, park for free and enjoy the wonders that the Factory at Franklin has to offer with shops and restaurants.
December 15, 2016 8:30-10PM: Billboard chart-topping country artist Lee Roy Parnell, Greg Barnhill (written hits including Walkaway Joe-Trisha Yearwood, Etta James, Tim McGraw, Martina McBride, Jessica Simpson, Chicago, etc), and established country artist David Bradley

An Evening With George Winston
2016-12-16 20:00
An Evening With George Winston at The Franklin Theatre
George Winston grew up mainly in Montana, and also spent his later formative years in Mississippi and Florida. During this time, his favorite music was instrumental rock and instrumental R&B, including Floyd Cramer, the Ventures, Booker T & The MG’s, Jimmy Smith, and many more. Inspired by R&B, jazz, Blues and rock (especially the Doors), George began playing organ in 1967.
For more information and tickets see The Franklin Theatre.

Hands On History - Christmas in Carrie’s Attic
2016-12-17 10:00 - 12:00
Hands On History – Christmas in Carrie’s Attic –
Events at The Carter House & Carnton Plantation
– Franklin, TN
December 17, 2016
10 am – 12 pm
The children will be read ‘Twas the night before Christmas, make Old fashioned Christmas cards and ornaments and may even be visited by old Saint Nicholas himself! Reservations are required and the cost is $15/child. Please contact Angell Wallace at (615) 794-0903 or angell@boft.org.

Holiday Storytime at the Visitor Center with Elsa & Olaf
2016-12-17 11:00
Join Visit Franklin and Dreams Do Come True Princess Parties this holiday season during Storytime at the Visitor Center! Elsa & Olaf will be reading their favorite story. Space is limited.

Harp & Piano Holiday Concert
2016-12-17 14:00
Harp & Piano Holiday Concert in Franklin, TN at the Williamson County Public Library – Saturday, Dec. 17, 2:00 p.m.

“Harpy Holidays!” This holiday music event for the entire family will feature harp and piano solo, duet, and ensemble performances of your holiday favorites by students with ages ranging from 8 to 68!
The free concert is brought to us the Harp and Piano Studio of Dr. Sarah Crocker, Adjunct Professor of Music at Middle Tennessee State University School of Music, and at the Lipscomb University School of Music.

Soul at the Factory with Jason Eskridge and Friends
2016-12-17 18:45 - 21:00
“Jason Eskridge is very powerful and poised in his set. His great mixture of classic soulful tunes with new arrangements and original material certainly pleases the musical palate. The crowd was very receptive and appreciative. The truly up close and personal Little Brick Theater is a great venue.”-Robert W. Blair
“Soul At The Factory is the rare event where good entertainment, good people, and good value converged! Besides being in awe of Jason Eskridge’s musical breadth, I enjoyed the genuine appreciation demonstrated by a classy audience. As an additional bonus, I connected with a few business professionals in my circle who were equally impressed with the evening.”-Glenn W. Hunter
Soul at The Factory celebrates the best local, national and international R&B, Soul, Funk, Jazz, Blues and Gospel music. Hear Jason Eskridge and Friends with Nashville’s finest top flight live music at the state of the art Little Brick Theater at The Factory. Doors open at 6pm. General Admission and Concessions. Presented by DrAlvin.com, City Winery, Flag World, Olivia Olive Oil, Buttermilk Sky Pie and LifeStyle Publications.
The audio and video promotional recording is courtesy of ICU Security to air and to be featured www.DrAlvin.com.
From more information call 615-716-2139, email alvin@dralvin.com and visit www.DrAlvin.Com

Tommy Emmanuel - Classics & Christmas Tour
2016-12-20 20:00, 2016-12-21 20:00
Tommy Emmanuel – Classics & Christmas Tour – The Franklin Theatre – Holiday Events in Downtown Franklin, TN

On October 28, world-renowned Australian “fingerstyle” guitar legend Tommy Emmanuel CGP will release a new album of holiday music, Christmas Memories, showcasing new arrangements of Christmas favorites such as “Jingle Bells,” “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!,” and “White Christmas.”
In addition, the album includes three original tunes that are sure to become instant Christmas classics, including “Christmas Time,” “Let’s Make a Christmas Memory” and “Christmas Memories.”
In support of the new album, Emmanuel will embark on a U.S. Christmas tour in the fall of 2016. “The Classic & Christmas Tour” will feature one solo set of some of Emmanuel’s classic acoustic material, and one set of Christmas favorites where he’ll be accompanied by long-time friend and collaborator John Knowles CGP on guitar, Pat Bergeson on guitar and harmonica, and Annie Sellick on vocals.
For more information and tickets please visit The Franklin Theatre.

Women, Wine, and Wood! - Craft Love
2016-12-21 18:00 - 21:00
You need a night out with some girlfriends! Come relax with a bottle of wine and hammer out those midweek stresses while you create a wood sign for your home. With over 40 project designs to choose from there’s a DIY wood sign for every home and every style. Our instructor-led classes include all tools and supplies necessary for you to create and take home your own custom wood sign.
Register online to pick your project design, then customize your sign in-class to match your home decor or as the perfect gift to give!

JJ Heller With Special Guests Jenny & Tyler
2016-12-22 19:30
JJ Heller With Special Guests Jenny & Tyler – The Franklin Theatre – Events in Downtown Franklin, TN

JJ Heller found herself in the national spotlight in 2009 when her song, “Your Hands,” was featured on the FOX TV show, “So You Think You Can Dance?” The exposure resulted in a nationwide fanbase attracted to Heller’s calming voice and honest, soulful songwriting.

Heller’s newest album “Unto Us” (releasing November, 2016) is a collection of Christmas favorites and three heartfelt original songs. Heller drew inspiration from Christmas classics including Amy Grant’s “Home For Christmas,” Sarah McLachlan’s “Wintersong,” “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” and the soundtrack to her favorite Christmas movie, “White Christmas.”
Please see website for more information.

What's This? What's This? A Movie Gang Christmas!
2016-12-23 16:00 - 19:00
The Franklin Theatre – What’s This? What’s This? A Movie Gang Christmas December 23rd – 4:00pm and 7:00pm in Downtown Franklin, TN
It’s The Movie Gang’s favorite time of the year and December marks our 1 year anniversary so we are going all out!

Find out our surprise Christmas movie at TheMovieGang.com.
Besides the fun decorations and interactive lighting that will coincide with the movie, the night will also include the following:
– Free Holiday Donut courtesy of FIVE DAUGHTERS BAKERY (Late Showing)
– Free Holiday Cookie courtesy of Five Daughters Bakery (Early Showing)
– Free Holiday Hot Chocolate courtesy of HONEST COFFEE ROASTERS.
– ALL THINGS CO. Toy Drive – We ask you to please bring a new toy. Big or Small as a donation that we will be giving to the children at The Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital!
– Ugly Christmas Sweaters Will be rewarded with a free Candy Cane!
And always be ready for more surprises!

Marshmallow Hike
2016-12-28 13:00 - 15:00
Are you looking for something to do with the family during the holidays or an excuse to get out of the house by yourself? How does a nice afternoon hike in the winter woods followed by hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows sound? Come by Owl’s Hill for the annual Marshmallow and Hot Chocolate Hikes.

Women, Wine, and Wood! – Craft Love
2016-12-28 18:00 - 21:00

Phil Vassar
2016-12-30 20:00
Phil Vassar – The Franklin Theatre – Downtown Franklin, TN
Phil Vassar is as driven today as he was when he first left his Lynchburg, Virginia home to pursue – and realize – his dream of making his mark in entertainment. A career that has seen the release of eight albums, two ASCAP Songwriter of the Year trophies, Billboard Country Songwriter of the Year, countless hits as a singer and songwriter and a mantle full of awards and the launch of his own Rodeowave Entertainment label continues to expand and evolve.
Sponsored by Jackson National LifePresented by Franklin Theatre Live

Jack Daniel's Music City Midnight: New Year's Eve in Nashville
2016-12-31 16:00
Ring in the new year and rock out the old with Music City and thousands of your closest friends at Nashville’s New Year’s Eve party. Bring your party hats. Make some noise. Count down to the fireworks and midnight “Music Note Drop®”! #NashvilleNYE
The show, which is free to the public, takes place at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park on New Year’s Eve. Keith Urban, Styx, A Thousand Horses, Moon Taxi, Charlie Worsham, and the Fisk Jubilee Singers are playing the 2016 event.
The event site opens at 4pm on December 31. Plan to visit partner exhibits and vendor booths throughout the day. Raising of the music note starts around 6:15pm.
Revelers attending the festivities count down to the New Year as a 15-foot-tall red “Music Note Drop®,” drops slowly from a 145-foot structure. The “Music Note Drop®” triggers a fireworks display and confetti cannons as it reaches the midnight mark.

Noon Year's Eve Party
2016-12-31 11:00 - 12:30
Kids Events in Brentwood, TN – Brentwood Library Noon Year’s Eve Party
Come celebrate the New Year with games, snacks, crafts and a special performance from Anna and Elsa! The event starts at 11 AM and we will count down to NOON!

Saturday, December 31, 2016

Time:
11:00am – 12:30pm

Location:
Meeting Room B

Campus:
The Brentwood Library

Categories:
Children’s Programs, Preschool Programs

New Year’s Eve – The Pink Gala
2016-12-31 19:30
New Year’s Eve – Franklin, TN – The Factory at Franklin
There’s no better place to be on New Year’s Eve! Put on your best baubles and ball gowns and dance the night away with friends old and new.
The wine and champagne will be flowing, fabulous food will served and hotel packages are available.
Please visit the website for more information.

Phil Vassar
2016-12-31 21:30
Phil Vassar – The Franklin Theatre – Downtown Franklin, TN Events

Phil Vassar is as driven today as he was when he first left his Lynchburg, Virginia home to pursue – and realize – his dream of making his mark in entertainment. A career that has seen the release of eight albums, two ASCAP Songwriter of the Year trophies, Billboard Country Songwriter of the Year, countless hits as a singer and songwriter and a mantle full of awards and the launch of his own Rodeowave Entertainment label continues to expand and evolve.

Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
