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August Chef Dinner Series at Amerigo Cool Springs
2024-08-26 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Amerigo Italian Restaurant – Brentwood, 1656 Westgate Cir., Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Join us for the next installment of our 2024 flagship dinner series! Chef Steven Robilio will create a five-course dinner featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients, complete with wine and/or cocktail pairings. The menu changes each month to highlight the flavors of the season, giving guests a reason to return time and time again.
Guests are seated family-style in our private dining rooms for this interactive dinner event. Course by course, Chef Steven explains the ingredients and inspiration behind each dish while our Beverage Manager presents the drink pairings. Questions for the Chef are encouraged!
Watermelon & Crab
jumbo lump crab, tomato, herbs, chili lime vinaigrette
Wagyu Tartar
daddy Creek Farm, arugula, egg yolk, capers, onions, crispy bits
Peas & Ham
prosciutto, onions, snow & snap peas, herbed white wine butter
Pork Tenderloin
savory bread pudding, haricot verts, peach mushroom demi-glace
Lemon Blueberry Cake
blueberry cream cheese frosting, blueberry compote
*Menu items are subject to change based on availability prior to the dinner.
The August Chef Dinner Series will also take place on August 28, 2024, at Amerigo in Nashville.

Cooking with Karen | Stir Fry Basics
2024-08-26 17:00 - 19:00 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Cooking with Karen | Stir Fry Basics | Brentwood Library
In this class, Chef Karen will show you how to do stir fry so amazing you’ll give up your interest in take-out altogether. Learn a menu of Cashew Chicken with Snow Peas, Honey Ginger Beef, Classic Fried Rice, and Fortune Cookies. This class is for ages 15+. Register online.

The Songs of '74
2024-08-25 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Songs of ’74 – The Franklin Theatre
Get ready to travel back in time to the golden era of music with a sensational new show, “The Songs of ’74.” Coming to the Franklin Theatre on August 25, this unforgettable performance will celebrate the iconic songs of 1974 — a year that is hailed as one of the greatest in music history.

Radio Pirate @ Fox & Locke
2024-08-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Fox & Locke, 4142 Old Hillsboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Radio Pirate (formerly 3 1/2 Men) has been filling dance floors and rocking Nashville for over 10 years as one of Nashville’s premier cover bands. Radio Pirate features Ric Olsen formerly the guitarist of 80’s Alternative Rock legends “Berlin” (Take My Breath Away” from Top Gun).

Stephanie Chapman
2024-08-24 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Under An August Sky | Stephanie Chapman | The Franklin Theatre
The Franklin Theatre is proud to host Stephanie Chapman in celebration of her recently released album, “Under An August Sky.” Throughout this special evening, Stephanie will walk the audience through the process of creating the record, and be joined by special guests, Nathan Chapman, Natalie Hemby, and Emily West, with others to be added.

Chi-Town Transit Authority
2024-08-24 19:00 - 21:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Williamson County Performing Arts Center invites you to a special tribute to the music of Chicago! Chi-Town Transit Authority is an 8-piece tribute band based out of Atlanta established in 2017 that is dedicated to reproducing the “Chicago” concert experience. Featuring a tight horn section along with the dynamic vocal harmonies that Chicago is famous for, Chi-Town performs all of the familiar and famous songs covering over 4 decades of steady hits written and recorded by Chicago.

Picnics in the Orchard
2024-08-24 17:30 | Morning Glory Orchard, 7690 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
Relax and indulge in a two-hour picnic in our picturesque orchard. Seating is limited to just 12 tables spread out across our 10-acre farm. We will provide a deluxe, artisan charcuterie box to share, along with some fresh fruit, ice cold slushies & fruit infused water. We will provide tableware, organic bug spray, and some delicious samples of items available for purchase in our farm store. All you need to do is show up and enjoy! Picnics occur every Saturday from May-October and are always a fan favorite. They sell out quickly, so book yours today and enjoy an experience like no other in Middle Tennessee!

Dinner & Music Under the Stars
2024-08-24 17:00 - 21:00 | Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Tickets are now available to attend Dinner & Music Under the Stars on Saturday, August 24 at the Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory. The third annual event will offer local food and beverages, live music, a silent auction, and fabulous company. Once the stars come out, the observatory’s telescopes will be available for celestial viewing.
Tennessee Local Food’s mission is to support a healthy local food network through education, resources, and creating connections. All funds raised will go directly towards educational programming that impacts small farmers and those working in our community food system.
$125 per guest, $1,000 per table (8 guests).

Mahjong 101
2024-08-24 11:00 - 13:30 | Interior Anthology, 1250 Old Hillsboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
You’re invited for an afternoon of Mahjong 101 with Alexa of Holy City Mahjong, an ambassador of The Mahjong Line. This event will be capped, so please buy your ticket today! Our lesson will start promptly at 11, so feel free to sip and shop with us beforehand.
About Interior Anthology
Interior Anthology is an interior design studio and art curation firm located in Franklin, TN. We constantly strive to create the best design experience for our clients by offering a warm, intelligent and carefully curated aesthetic. As purveyors of fine crafts, Interior Anthology specializes in historic renovations and clean lined traditional homes, helping our clients obtain modern day heirlooms. Many of our favorite products, crafts and artist can be found through our Emporium retail shop.

Wild About Fungus
2024-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, Brentwood – Wild About Fungus – August 24, 2024
Learn the basics of mushroom cultivation for edible oyster mushrooms, and a bit about the biology and ecology of fungus. Participants will learn how to get started growing mushrooms at home and will assemble an easy to care for oyster grow kit to take home. The program concludes with a short mushroom identification and appreciation hike.
Includes:
– Up to 2 people per registration
– One (1) mushroom cultivation kit
– Guided hike
Pre-registration is required.

The Franklin Farmers Market
2024-08-24 08:00 - 13:00 | 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, Tennessee. 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.

Nolensville Farmers Market
2024-08-24 08:00 - 12:00 | Nolensville Farmers Market, 7248 Nolensville Road, Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
Summer 2024 Nolensville Farmers Market
The Nolensville Farmer’s Market is a producer-only market, open on Saturday mornings at the Historic Nolensville School. The NFM 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 food trucks! With music in the background, 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.

LIVE! Telescope Night
2024-08-23 21:00 - 23:00 | Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
LIVE! Telescope Night at Vanderbilt University Dyer Observatory in Brentwood, TN.
Vanderbilt University Dyer Observatory will open its doors so you may view our unique exhibits, engage with astronomers, and gaze at various celestial objects (weather permitting). The format is “open house” so you may arrive and depart any time during the event. Suggested for ages 8 and up. Tickets for Telescope Nights often sell out the day they go on sale, so please plan accordingly.

Shawn Camp @ Fox & Locke
2024-08-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Fox & Locke, 4142 Old Hillsboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Has written No. 1 songs for Garth Brooks, George Strait, Josh Turner and Brooks and Dunn. He has recorded multiple critically-acclaimed solo albums and formed the group World Famous Headliners with Big Al Anderson. Shawn also fills big shoes as the “voice of Lester Flatt” in the Earls of Leicester.

A Vintage Affair Presents Havana Nights
2024-08-23 19:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
On Friday, August 23rd, A Vintage Affair will host their 24th Annual Main Event. This year’s theme will be Havana Nights, which will be held at Liberty Hall at The Factory at Franklin. Guests will be asked to grab their fedora, sip a Mojito, and get ready to dance the night away. This lively, Cuban-inspired, tropical party theme promises an escape from the ordinary. Festivities begin with a VIP pre-party at 5:30 pm, where sponsors and guests are invited to enjoy champagne, signature cocktails, wine from our featured vintner, delicious hors d’oeuvres, fine Cuban cigars, live music, and a preview of auction items. Doors will open at 7pm for General Admission, where all guests will experience fabulous food from amazing local restaurants, select wines, whiskey, bourbon, and rum tastings, a silent auction, a wine auction, and a live auction, live music, dancing, and so much more!
For confirmation, there are two different tickets to attending our Havana Nights Event. One is to purchase a VIP Pre Party ticket for $150.00 which includes entrance to VIP and The Main Event! Or purchase a General Admission Ticket only for $125.00 for the Main Event only. General Admission price does not include admission into the VIP Preparty.
A Vintage Affair is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose fundraising efforts are quite unique. Each year, we focus our annual fundraising on the partnerships we forge with deserving beneficiary organizations within our community. Each organization our Executive Board of Directors selects is based in Williamson County and is devoted to serving women and children in need. Since its inception, A Vintage Affair has contributed $2.5 million dollars to local non-profit organizations. It is our honor to announce our Beneficiaries for 2024. Blind Early Services, TN, Gentry’s Educational Foundation, My Bag, My Story, Path United, and The Williamson Health Foundation/NICU.

Mixology Craft Cocktail Class
2024-08-23 18:00 | Morning Glory Orchard, 7690 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
Let us teach you how to use our Award-Winning hard cider in some of your favorite drinks and how to use our non-alcoholic ciders as mixers for classic cocktails. You will also learn a little about the art of making hard cider and how we began our journey with it. This is a 21+ class and includes the equivalent of 3 alcoholic drinks, complimentary food pairings with each drink, AND you will take home a recipe card, so you never forget how to make your favorite drinks! This is a fun class for meet ups, date nights, or networking events! You will need to show your ID before the class starts.

Live Music: The Moonlight Grahams
2024-08-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Company Distilling at Thompson’s Station, 1557 Thompson Station Rd W., Thompson s Station, TN, 37179-9253, United States
Live Music: The Moonlight Grahams at Company Distilling, August 23, 2024 from 5-7pm in Thompson’s Station, TN.

Happy Hour Wine & Cheese Class at Carne Mare
2024-08-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Carne Mare Nashville, 300 12th Ave. S., Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Visit Carne Mare Nashville, the Italian chophouse located at W Nashville, for a happy hour wine and cheese class led by Beverage Director and Sommelier, Jon Kearns. Guests will have the opportunity to taste thoughtfully selected wines alongside local cheeses at the contemporary steakhouse, which recently won Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence. Reserve your seat by visiting opentable.com/carne-mare-w-nashville and select Experiences.

Historic Walking Tour – Franklin and The Factory
2024-08-23 10:30 - 11:30 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 94 years of history in 50 minutes while showing you some of the shops, restaurants, and events you can enjoy today!
This tour will split time between indoor and outdoor stops and will take place rain or shine. We advise you to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress accordingly for the weather. Tours take place twice a month May – October. Holiday dates will be announced in the Fall!
Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in with your guide at The Skylight, located just inside the front entrance in The Grand Hall.
For questions or private reservations, please reach out to Carris at 615-791-1777 or ccampbell@holladayproperties.com.

Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series - Jimmy Nichols, Frank Myers, Billy Montana, and Deborah Allen
2024-08-22 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series returns August 22 featuing Jimmy Nichols, Frank Myers, Billy Montana and Deborah Allen.

Open Mic @ Fox & Locke
2024-08-22 18:30 - 22:00 | Fox & Locke, 4142 Old Hillsboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Thursday nights at Fox & Locke in Leiper’s Fork have become an experience not to be missed in Music City’s backyard. Unlike any other Open Mic Night, get ready for up-and-coming talent of all ages, original music, all time favorite covers, and even the occasional visit by Grammy-winning artists.

Five Points Franklin Market - Back to School Market
2024-08-22 16:00 - 20:00 | Five Points Franklin Market, 100 5th Ave N, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Monthly market in Downtown Franklin. Fun for the whole family!
This month will celebrate “Back-to-School” for lots of kids and families. Special features for kids and educators!
Thursday, August 22 – Back to School Market
4-8 PM Downtown Franklin – Behind Starbucks
30+ Local Farm, Art & Food Vendors
Live Music by Kiersi Joli and Ella & Don Derby
Food Trucks – Haute Wheels, Rollin’ Thai, Ellie’s Doughnuts & Little Southern Ice Cream Cart
Kids Zone – Inflatables and lots of activities for the kids.
Can’t wait to see you again on August 22!

Five Points Franklin Market
May 9, June 13, July 25, Aug 22, Sept 26 & Oct 17
4-8 PM
100 5th Avenue North (behind Starbucks)

Kings Open Mic Comedy Show
2024-08-21 19:30 - 21:30 | The Whiskey Room Live – Franklin, 1910 Galleria Blvd., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Comedy Nights in Franklin!
Housed in the KINGS Whiskey Room Live, Clean Enough for TV is a weekly comedy open mic and Showcase that features Nashville’s funniest comics! FREE ADMISSION to our Wednesday Open Mic! Sign up at 7:30PM show starts at 8PM! Bring your friends and hang out for a few laughs. Drinks and food available.
The Clean Comedy Collective is a comedy production group based out of Nashville, TN that produces premiere clean comedy shows. We started in January, 2023 and now work with producers all over Tennessee, and even in Huntsville Alabama too!
Our mission is simple. We just want to put on really good comedy shows that are clean and family-friendly at any venue that is looking for a good time.
No Cover | All Ages Welcome.
Check out Kings Facebook page and reserve a spot!

Dalton Little Band @ Fox & Locke
2024-08-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Fox & Locke, 4142 Old Hillsboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Dalton and his band are re-introducing real traditional country music In a modern way. Inspired by the stories and rich soulful tones of legends like Merle Haggard, Willing Nelson and more, Waylon Jennings and more!

Variety On Main
2024-08-21 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Variety on Main returns August 21! Featuring Mandy Barnett, Monica Ramey, Jason Coleman, The Biscuit Eaters, Crystal Gayle, Zeta Kenner, Val Story and Pat Coil and The Mainstays!

Wine Down Wednesday at Southall
2024-08-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Southall Farm & Inn, 1994 Carter’s Creek Pike, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
A different wine professional presenting a weekly program of wine that discusses origin, viticulture technique, varieties and the culture surrounding each topic. Includes 4 tasting pours plus Antipasto platter and a 15% discount in our restaurants the night of the class.
Damian Sarong — “Balance in Wine”
About Southall
As you arrive amid the lush and rolling hills of historic Franklin, Tennessee, you find yourself breathing more deeply, feeling more at ease. It’s as though you’ve been transported to a simpler time, when the pace of life was more mindful, more deliberate. A vast expanse of farmland—325 acres—surrounds you, with greenhouses on one side, and rows of heritage crops, orchards, and gardens on the other.

Factory Farmers Market
2024-08-21 16:00 - 19:30 | Factory Farmers Market, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Factory Farmers Market is a beautiful and quaint farmers market in downtown Franklin that takes place every Wednesday from 4pm-7:30pm, under the Water Tower at The Factory at Franklin. The Factory Farmers Market features local produce, meats, dairy, honey, baked goods, crafts, kids activities, and more!
Music City Markets and Events, LLC., brings The Factory at Franklin, the Factory Farmers Market starting May 29th – December 18th!

BizFest: Expo. Marketplace. Networking.
2024-08-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us for BizFest on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, from 4pm-7pm, an after-hours business event that transcends the typical expo. This is your chance to expand your network, showcase your products, and enjoy a lively evening filled with engaging conversations, entertainment, and networking opportunities. With drinks, delicious food, and enticing prizes, BizFest promises a vibrant atmosphere where business meets celebration. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of networking, marketplace, and fun!

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
2024-08-20 19:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us every Tuesday for trivia at The Skylight Bar hosted by Nerdy Talk Trivia! Located inside The Factory at Franklin in historic downtown Franklin, grab a delicious drink or two while playing trivia with your friends or family!
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.

Oddity Improv Monday Night Shows
2024-08-19 19:30 - 21:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Experience a night of uproarious fun with Oddity Improv’s clean-ish improv show at The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, every Monday!
Oddity Improv is a non-profit theatre company on a mission to empower and build confidence through the joy of improv and sketch-comedy. Expect the unexpected as we deliver unique performances, and stay tuned for the thrill of surprise guest stars!
$18 Online, $23 at the door.
The Mockingbird Theatre @ The Factory in Franklin
Show is recommended for Ages 13+
Bar opens at 6, Doors open at 7, Show starts @ 7:30 pm, see you there!
https://oddityimprov.com/shows
