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Pumpkins for a Purpose - Cooper Trooper Foundation Pumpkin Patch
2015-10-15 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-14 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-13 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-12 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-11 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-10 09:00 - 20:00, 2015-10-09 10:00 - 19:00, 2015-10-08 10:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) and 2 more dates
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.

Farmers Market at Berry Farms - Fall Festival
2015-10-13 15:00 - 18:00
The Farmers Market at Berry Farms will end the season with a free Fall Festival on October 13, 2015, from 3:00-6:00 pm.
The Fall Festival will include a petting zoo, face painting, bounce house, pumpkin painting, live blue grass music, the Music City Brisket food truck and more. The Fall Festival is a family-friendly community-wide event and is free to the public. Along with the fun Fall Festival activities, as always Berry Farms will be featuring local produce from our merchants. Follow Berry Farms on Facebook for updates: Facebook.com/BerryFarmsTN.
Berry Farms is owned and operated by Boyle Investment Company. Boyle’s goal in sponsoring the weekly, seasonal farmers market is to provide the greater South Franklin community with access to high quality, locally produced goods in a relaxed, friendly and fun environment. October 13th is the last Farmers Market at Berry Farms this year, but will return in May 2016.
Berry Farms is located at the intersection of Lewisburg Pike and Goose Creek Bypass, and the Farmers Market at Berry Farms will be located on Hughes Crossing, in front of the Village Shops in Town Center.
About Berry Farms
Berry Farms is a unique master planned community located in Franklin, Tennessee, in the heart of one of the nation’s fastest growing, most affluent counties. Conveniently located at the Interstate 65 / Peytonsville Road (Goose Creek Bypass) interchange, Berry Farms is strategically situated for easy access and growth. Berry Farms represents a new, classic way of living, working and playing that not only changes how a community looks, but how it feels. And with a preserved history that dates back to the early 1800’s, the property has a compelling story to tell. www.BerryFarmsTN.com
About Boyle
Boyle Investment Company is committed to creating engaging, sustainable mixed-use communities with a conservative approach and commitment to quality. Boyle provides leasing, management, and development services at Berry Farms. www.boyle.com

“Light the Way” fundraiser for Team Elliott and Rhizo Kids
2015-10-11 16:30 - 19:30
Friends and family have organized ‘Light the Way” a fundraiser for Team Elliott and Rhizo Kids who serve the greater community for Rhizomelic Chondrodisplaysia Punctata (RCDP). The event is set for Sunday, October 11 at the Eastern Flank Event Facility.

JX2 Beast of the East Truck Roping
2015-10-11 09:00, 2015-10-10 08:30, 2015-10-09 09:00
October 9-11, 2015 Beast of the East/NTRL Truck Roping – Franklin, TN
For information on this event please visit the website or event flyer.

3x3 Art Show
2015-10-10 18:00 - 21:00
3Art, 3 Shows, 1 Magical Evening.
Saturday, October 10th, 6-9pm. The three galleries of Leiper’s Fork {Leiper’s Creek, David Arms & the Copper Fox} will be hosting a catered Art Show Evening that will include featured artists, new work, camaraderie and more. It is something you will not want to miss!
Please visit 3×3 Art Show for more information.

Celebration of Nations Festival
2015-10-10 10:00 - 21:00
This is the 8th annual “Celebration of Nations Festival”. The Sister Cities’ goal for the Celebration of Nations is to create a passion for global diversity and understanding of traditional arts, foods and sensory experiences of various immigrant cultures. This festival is a unique experience for citizens of the surrounding community to learn more about our neighbors both here and abroad.
This event happens in Historic downtown Franklin and includes 2 stages of international entertainment, international beer and wine station, and multiple craft and food vendors. The Main stage will be on 4th Avenue South. Food and craft booths will be located on 4th Avenue South, and the alley that connects to the downtown square. The 2nd Stage will be at the end of the alley in front of the old court house. There will also be booths in the quadrant on the square directly in front of the 2nd stage. (This is the quadrant of the square where the Mellow Mushroom is located.) There is no admission for this event, so, come on down!
The event begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 9:00 p.m..
Please visit Celebration of Nations for more information.

Touch a Truck
2015-10-10 09:00 - 13:00
Kids 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 also paint a vehicle to take home at the free craft tent and check out a variety of entertainers on the performance stage, such as musicians, magicians and more. Door prizes will also be given away with cool items such as motorized kids vehicles. Admission to the event is free; though cost is incurred for concessions. For more information on this family-friendly event contact the department at (615) 302-0971, ext. 2220.

A Walk In The Park
2015-10-10 07:30
The Citizens for Brentwood Green Space hosts Brentwood™s first-ever official “Volkswalk” event created through a partnership between The Citizens for Brentwood Green Space and the local chapter of American Volkssport Association (AVA). With its origins in Europe, the term Volkswalk refers to a noncompetitive walk. It’s not a pledge walk, it’s not a race; it is a fun activity you do with a club, with your family, with your pet, or all by yourself!
This non-competitive walk is open to any individual, family, or team where one can start the walk anytime between 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. The walk will bring our community together while supporting a terrific cause – Brentwood Green Space! There will be a 3.1 mile (5 km) or 6.2 mile (10 km) course as well as several shorter courses for the casual walker who just wants a stroll in the park.
All proceeds minus the cost of the event will go towards amenities and improvements at Marcella Vivrette Smith Park.
For more information please visit A Walk In The Park.

Mystic Mixology
2015-10-09 19:00 - 21:00
Tin Cottage Fall Cocktail Class
Join us, as we once again celebrate the art of entertaining with Jon and Lindsay Yeager. This very popular workshop will be our 3rd crafting class, and Pourtaste has even more fun in store. Jon, a spirits historian, not only teaches us to mix the perfect drink, but entertains with the history of each liquor and cocktail. We will be taking a mystic twist in this workshop and looking into the world of Absinthe and other counter culture potables.
Following a lively presentation, spirit stations are set up at the workshop for mixing your own handcrafted cocktail creations. You get hands on instruction with Jon and Lindsay to fashion your unique specialty drink.
Light hor d’oeuvres will be served.
For more information & to purchase tickets please visit Mystic Mixology.

"Light the Way”
2015-10-09 08:00 - 17:00
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You are invited to the following event:
“LIGHT THE WAY”
Event to be held at the following time, date, and location:

Sunday, October 11, 2015 from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Eastern Flank Event Facility
1368 Eastern Flank Circle
Franklin , Tennessee 37064
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Friends and family have organized “Light the Way” a fundraiser for Team Elliott and Rhizo Kids who serve the greater community for Rhizomelic Chondrodisplaysia Punctata (RCDP).
Elliott Grace Castro was born on May 30 with the very rare terminal disease, RCDP, which is a form of dwarfism and presents with what is called skeletal dysplasia – most children don’t ever leave the hospital alive.
Event organizer and Elliott’s grandmother Brandy Blanton said, “The good news is that Elliott has already thwarted many of the normal hurdles for an RCDP baby including heart surgery, being on oxygen and a feeding tube. She is a joy in our world and this community has embraced her with open arms. This event will benefit not only Team Elliott, the name we have chosen for her cause, but the Rhizo Kids non-profit which supports research for the disease. They are actually close to unveiling a clinical trial that replaces the gene that is missing in RCDP children.”
Guests will be treated to live entertainment by local entertainers including Williamson County Bluegrass and The Case Study. A special guest or two will step on stage on the back porch of the Eastern Flank Event Facility for a few songs as well.
Families and children will enjoy the kids’ area complete with Touch-A-Truck from the Franklin Fire Department, face painting and a Musical Petting Zoo provided by Shuff’s Music. Team Elliott merchandise will also be available.
The fall event will feature deconstructed food trucks including Cool Café, Catering & Events by Suzette, Pueblo Real, Tin West Catering and more.
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. However, pets and coolers are not allowed.
The event opens at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, October 11 and is free and open to the public with a donation suggestion of $20 per person or $50 per family at the gate. Cash and checks are accepted.
For more information, email Brandy Blanton at brandy@southernexposuremagazine.com or call 615.300.5251.
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We hope you can make it!
Cheers,
Brandy Blanton

Pumpkins for a Purpose - Cooper Trooper Foundation Pumpkin Patch
2015-10-07 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 in Franklin. 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.

HEROES IN HEELS FASHION SHOW
2015-10-06 18:00 - 20:00
Heroes in Heels showcases the survivors in the Y’s After Breast Cancer (ABC ) program. This special event fully funds the Maryland Farms YMCA’s After Breast Cancer Program, a completely free 16-week program open to any and all breast cancer survivors.
Tickets and tables will be available for purchase online until midnight, Sunday, October 4th. The advanced ticket price is $40. Tickets will still be available to purchase the night of the event at the door for $50. Tables must be purchased in advance.
The free cocktail hour begins at 6:00 p.m. and the program will begin at 7:00 p.m.
The event will be held at The Factory in Franklin, Liberty Hall. For more information please visit YMCA OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE.

Gypsy
2015-10-04 14:00
Presented by The Tennessean Williamson
Music by Jule Styne, Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by Arthur Laurents

Sept. 17 – Oct. 4, 2015 at Jamison Hall – The Factory at Franklin, Franklin TN
A long-time short-list production for Studio Tenn, “Gypsy” is widely exalted as the Greatest American Book Musical, integrating a rich, compelling story and complex characters into its Broadway songbook standards such as “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” “Let Me Entertain You,” and “Together (Wherever We Go).”
Bombastic and overbearing stage mother Rose is desperate to catapult her children to stardom during Vaudeville’s heyday. When her younger daughter June flees the family and The Circuit, quiet, sidelined Louise steps into the limelight. With Vaudeville waning, mother and daughter find themselves on an unexpected path to fame.
Studio Tenn is going all out in this bold, dynamic production–nothing short of the royal treatment “Gypsy” deserves.
For tickets, show times and more please visit Gypsy.

Alpaca Farm Days
2015-10-04 12:00 - 16:00
High Meadow Alpacas has been pleased for the past several years to host visitors to their farm in historic Leipers Fork to meet our alpacas during “National Alpaca Farm Days”.
We will be doing that again the first week-end in October, on Saturday Oct. 3rd from 10:00-3:00; and Sunday the 4th from 12:00-4:00. If you have always wanted to see an alpaca up close, or just looking for an excuse to get outside, it is a great reason to stop by. We will have fleece displays, information about these beautiful animal long known as the “The World’s Greatest Livestock Investment”, and plenty of alpaca kisses. Our alpaca store will be open for yarn, rovings, raw fleece, teddy bears, sweaters, scarves, socks, and other alpaca items. There will be demonstrations of weaving, spinning, and felting. For more information please check out ALPACA FARM DAYS.

Pumpkins for a Purpose - Cooper Trooper Foundation Pumpkin Patch
2015-10-04 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.

RIVER SWING 2015 - Auction, Dinner & Dance
2015-10-03 17:00
Don’t miss the 12th annual RIVER SWING – Dinner, Dance and Auction at Fairpath Farm, on the banks of the Harpeth River in Franklin TN. For more information and to make your reservation please visit RIVER SWING 2015 – Auction, Dinner & Dance.

Front Street Craft Beer Celebration
2015-10-03 16:00 - 22:00
The Celebration is dedicated to the enjoyment of the best craft beers around. Guests will have the opportunity to sample 30+ craft beers, with many of these brews coming from the best Southern craft and micro-breweries around. This rain or shine event in Franklin, Tennessee will take place outdoors, under a tent, at the lake on Front Street, in Westhaven Town Center.
Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door until sell-out. Tickets include a five ounce souvenir glass, a brewer’s list card and free music beginning at 6 pm with The World Turning, a fantastic Fleetwood Mac tribute band. The concert is free to the public, so you can attend without a ticket to the event. Craft beers and growlers will be available for purchase beginning at 7:00 pm. Designated Driver tickets are also available for $5. All proceeds raised from the event will benefit The Westhaven Foundation’s Excellence in Education efforts.
Tickets for the Granite City VIP area include entry to an exclusive lounge with private taps and limited food from 5 – 7 pm, and your very own porta-potti, 2 beer coupons for after 7 pm and the area will be open until the end of the concert. What a deal!
Food truck vendors will be on-site and Bellaterra fine cigars will be available for purchase. Attendees at the event must be 21-years of age or older, and no children, strollers or pets will be allowed in the Beer Garden.
For more information please visit The Westhaven Foundation.
Event details below.

The 6th annual Grape Stomp Festival
2015-10-03 15:00 - 18:00
A Vintage Affair hosts 6th Annual Grape Stomp Festival
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The 6th annual Grape Stomp Festival will be held on Sat., Oct. 3rd from 3-6 p.m., at O’More College of Design.

Whether your notion of grape stomping conjures up romantic images of Keanu Reeves and his love interest in the 1995 film A Walk in the Clouds, or of the iconic scene from the famous I Love Lucy “Grape Stomping” episode, those bold enough to brave the messiness are invited to experience traditional wine making as they stomp barefoot in competition against others in a tournament bracket-style competition.
The teams to collect the most juice at the end of a four-minute stomp will advance to the finals, where the top three teams will compete to be the Grape Stomp champion. Members of the winning team will receive a half of a case of wine as reward for their stomping talent. The stomp will be hosted by Buzz Brainard of The Highway SiriusXM Channel 59 and Radio Disney. Buzz is sure to add his own flare to the event.
T-shirts or creative costumes are strongly encouraged, and there will be awards for best costumes throughout the event. The cost to sponsor a team of five is $500 and up to 30 teams will be assembled. Those wishing to enjoy the event from the sidelines may purchase general admission tickets for $50.
Wine and food will be plentiful. To date participating restaurants and wineries include: Papa Boudreaux’s, Taziki’s of Downtown Franklin, Moonshine Caterers, Gina’s Stone-fired Pizza and Chuy’s, and wine from Robledo Family Winery from Sonoma, CA,. Winemakers from each of these wineries will be in town to pour many varietals of their award winning wines. Four Roses Bourbon and Ole Smoky Moonshine will all be on hand for tastings and signature cocktails.
Visit AVA’s website at www.avintageaffair.org for more details and to purchase tickets. For more information on registering your grape stomping team please contact Ashley W. Roberts at 615.351-8165.
About A Vintage Affair
A Vintage Affair is an organization whose mission is to provide significant financial contributions to various nonprofit organizations in Williamson County whose services benefit the community at large. All funds contributed to the nonprofit organizations are designated for programs to support the well-being of women and children of need. In its 15th year in the community, they have identified 15 worthy beneficiaries to support this year in honor of the anniversary. The 15-year anniversary is a major milestone for A Vintage Affair, and it really underscores the many ways the organization has directly benefitted the non-profits doing critical work in the community with women and children in need.

Gypsy
2015-10-03 14:00 - 19:00
Presented by The Tennessean Williamson
Music by Jule Styne, Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by Arthur Laurents

Oct. 3, 2015 at 2:00pm and at 7:00pm at Jamison Hall – The Factory at Franklin, Franklin TN
A long-time short-list production for Studio Tenn, “Gypsy” is widely exalted as the Greatest American Book Musical, integrating a rich, compelling story and complex characters into its Broadway songbook standards such as “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” “Let Me Entertain You,” and “Together (Wherever We Go).”
Bombastic and overbearing stage mother Rose is desperate to catapult her children to stardom during Vaudeville’s heyday. When her younger daughter June flees the family and The Circuit, quiet, sidelined Louise steps into the limelight. With Vaudeville waning, mother and daughter find themselves on an unexpected path to fame.
Studio Tenn is going all out in this bold, dynamic production–nothing short of the royal treatment “Gypsy” deserves.
For tickets, show times and more please visit Gypsy.
