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3X3 Opening
2016-05-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
Every year, Leiper’s Creek Gallery plays host to exhibitions, workshops, concerts, and special events drawing visitors from all walks of life. Come on by! Leiper’s Creek Gallery Welcomes Maggie Siner – May 21 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm.

67th Annual Franklin Rodeo
2016-05-21 19:00
MAY 19-21, 2016 – 67th ANNUAL FRANKLIN RODEO
Rodeo competition events, kids events, specialty acts and a lot of family fun!

IT’S NOT JUST A RODEO. IT’S THE FRANKLIN RODEO!

The “bucks” start here every night at 7 p.m. and there’s fun for all ages! From fabulous food to fashion to farm equipment, it’s much more than a rodeo!
From the Cowboy Cafe to Snack Alley, you’ll find everything from a sit down supper to strawberry shortcake. Serving starts at 5:30 nightly!
Ram Rodeo will be this year’s Franklin Rodeo Presenting Sponsor. Ram has always been a major contributor to the Franklin Rodeo. To learn more about RamRodeo, please visit their website at www.RamRodeo.com.
For more information and tickets, please visit 67th Annual Franklin Rodeo.
The Franklin Rodeo is one of the longest running family event in Middle Tennessee and one of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi! Founded in 1949, the Franklin Rodeo brings over 18,000 screaming fans, year after year, to enjoy the excitement of national rodeo competition events.
Produced by the Franklin Noon Rotary Club and and with the help of rodeo sponsors, the Franklin Noon Rotary Club has invested millions of dollars back into Williamson County over the past six decades to help many local charities.

O'More Show House
2016-05-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2016-05-24 10:00 - 16:00, 2016-05-25 10:00 - 16:00, 2016-05-26 10:00 - 19:00, 2016-05-27 10:00 - 16:00
Located at 1006 West Main Street in downtown Franklin, this ca. 1919 brick and stucco Craftsman-style cottage is a significant contributing property to the National Register-listed Hincheyville Historic District. The owners have undertaken a complete renovation of the 5200-square-foot interior of the home, while leaving the street-view exterior intact. Twenty-two spaces will each be presented by individual designers from around the Southeast, many of whom are graduates of O’More College of Design in Franklin.
The Show House is open from May 12-27. The hours are as follows:

Open Tuesday-Sunday 10-4
Thursdays 10-7
Closed Mondays

100% of ticket sales benefit the O’More College Fund.

WHEN
Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 10:00 AM – Friday, May 27, 2016 at 4:00 PM (CDT)
WHERE
The O’More Show House – 1006 West Main Street, Franklin, TN 37064

The Hope Hines Fore Kids Golf Classic Brentwood
2016-05-23 10:00 - 15:00
The Hope Hines Fore Kids Golf Classic was founded by Charlie King, for golfers and community business leaders desiring to play the game they love while helping Tennessee’s in-crisis children.
2016 – Hope Hines FORE Kids Golf Classic
Organized by the Tennessee Baptist Children’s Homes
Monday, May 23, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CDT) – Brentwood, TN
Nashville Golf & Athletic Club
1703 Crockett Springs Trail
Brentwood, TN 37027
For more information please visit The Hope Hines Fore Kids Golf Classic.

Strawberry Festival - Berry Farms
2016-05-24 14:00 - 18:00
The Farmers Market at Berry Farms will officially kick off its second seasonal farmers market with a Strawberry Festival on May 24, 2016 from 2:00-6:00 PM.
The Strawberry Festival, sponsored by First Farmers Bank, is a family-friendly community-wide event and is free to the public. There will be live music from LaTresa & the Signal, a petting zoo, bounce house, face painting and homemade strawberry shortcakes featuring biscuits from FireFlour, local berries from our farmers and whipped cream from Hatcher Family Dairy.
Berry Farms is located at the intersection of Lewisburg Pike and Goose Creek Bypass, and the Farmers Market at Berry Farms will be located at that intersection.
Please visit Strawberry Festival – Berry Farms for more information.

Doctor Who Club
2016-05-26 16:00 - 17:00
Enjoy all-things Doctor Who – Teen Programs – Brentwood, TN
All things Whovian! No registration necessary!
Date: Thursday, May 26, 2016
Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Location: Learning Lab – Brentwood Library

Larry Carlton Trio
2016-05-26 20:00
The Franklin Theatre – Larry Carlton Trio – May 26th, 2016 at 8:00pm
Nineteen-time Grammy nominee, Four-time Grammy winner and all-time guitar great, Larry Carlton established himself from his first recording, A Little Help From My Friends.
His studio credits include musicians and groups like Steely Dan, Joni Mitchell, Michael Jackson, Sammy Davis Jr., Herb Alpert, Quincy Jones, Bobby Bland, Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and literally dozens of others. He went on to perform with the Crusaders and then with the multi platinum jazz super group Fourplay. With 30 albums to his credit and having performed on over 100 albums that have gone Gold or Platinum, Larry Carlton has set a standard for artistry that spans three decades.
Please visit The Franklin Theatre for more information.

Rock The House Music Jam
2016-05-27 19:30
The Franklin Theatre – Rock The House Music Jam – 7:30 PM, Friday May 27th, 2016.
Featuring songwriters Lee Thomas Miller, Ross Copperman, Barry Dean, and Justin Weaver! This songwriters’ night event raises funds for the programs and services provided by Davis House Child Advocacy Center to child victims of sexual and/or severe physical abuse.
For event information and to purchase tickets please visit The Franklin Theatre.
Rock The House Music Jam is presented by Jackson National Life Insurance Company, with food and beverage for Cabaret Tables Seating and Balcony Seating ticket holders by Stroud’s Barbeque, OurWineShop.com, and The Casual Pint.
The mission of Davis House Child Advocacy Center is to combat child abuse by coordinating investigative and healing services to children and their families in crisis and providing community education focused on prevention and early intervention.

Nashville Classic Horse Show - Franklin
2016-06-01 10:00 - 2016-06-05 17:00
Nashville Classic June 1-5, 2016. Middle Tennessee’s premier horse show, The Nashville Classic, takes place in Williamson County at Brownland Farm in Franklin, TN.

Polo Match - USA vs. South Africa
2016-06-03 17:00
Come join us June 3rd at the Tractor Supply Co. Arena at Harlinsdale Farm for our opening season match!
Benefiting Friends of Franklin Parks
Gates open at 5:00 / Game begins at 6:00
General admission $10 – Children under 10 free
Free parking
Come support your team in casual attire. Blankets/chairs are welcomed. Concessions available with delicious food and beverages.

West Side Story - Nashville
2016-06-03 19:00
Studio Tenn – West Side Story – June 3 & 4, 2016
Worlds are colliding in the rough-and-tumble West Side of 1950s New York City as star-crossed lovers Maria and Tony get caught up in rising tensions between rival gangs, the Sharks and the Jets.
A historic collaboration of some of Broadway’s biggest names, WEST SIDE STORY is an iconic musical theatre contemporization of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet that quickly became a classic in its own right, repeatedly sweeping the Tony Awards over decades of revivals.
In the same spirit as the 1957 original, Studio Tenn’s production will propel this age-old story further forward with a vibrant, timeless design. Featuring Jerome Robbins’ revolutionary original choreography, cast members from Broadway and Nashville, and a full symphony orchestra performing the classic score including “Something’s Coming”, “Maria”, “America”, “Somewhere”, “Tonight”, “I Feel Pretty”, “One Hand, One Heart”.
For tickets please visit Studio Tenn.

The 25th Annual Putman County Spelling Bee by Pull-Tight Players Theatre
2016-06-03 19:30, 2016-06-04 19:30, 2016-06-09 19:30, 2016-06-10 19:30
June 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 17 & 18 – 2016
Trust us – your elementary school spelling bee was never like this! Take a group of neurotic, over-achieving grade schoolers with a dictionary in their hands and hope in their hearts, add a group of equally wacky moderators and stir for a delightful and sharply funny comedy that will have you rolling in the aisles. But don’t get too comfy on the floor – you might just be picked to join the bee!
Please visit Pull-Tight Players Theatre for more information.

Lawnchair Theater
2016-06-03 20:00
Beginning in June and running through August, these free family oriented movies are presented by Jailhouse Industrys at the Lawnchair Theater every Friday of each month. Located downtown in scenic Leipers Fork, the outdoor theater is a perfect climate for family events. Spread out on your Grandmother’s quilt or bring your lawn chair and be ready to relax in a nostalgic country atmosphere.
For more information please visit Jailhouse Industrys.
More event details below.

Hillbilly Half Marathon
2016-06-04 06:30
2016 Hillbilly Half Marathon – June 4, 2016. Participate in a half marathon or 5K run through Leipers Fork.
The Hillbilly Half Marathon is nestled in the pristine back-country of Williamson County, minutes outside of Downtown Franklin. All roads that lead up to the start line are two lane country roads. We recommend you carpool and show up as early as possible so you do not miss the starting gun.
Grass Lot
4100 Old Hillsboro Road
Franklin, TN 37064
For more information and to register please visit Hillbilly Half Marathon.

Music City Sports Festival - Nashville
2016-06-04 08:00 - 16:00, 2016-06-05 00:00 - 16:00
The Music City Sports Festival – June 4th 8am-4pm and June 5th 12pm-4pm – Nashville, TN
The Music City Sports Festival is the premier annual sports event that allows you to get up close and personal with unique access, in-depth insights and one-of-a-kind personal experiences with local, regional and national sports programs and personalities. The Festival is designed to provide the Total Sport Experience.
The clinics will be open to anyone between the ages of 5-18. Any participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian able to sign a Release and Waiver.
For tickets and more information please visit Music City Sports Festival.

Kids Art Festival of Tennessee
2016-06-04 10:00 - 15:00
Presented by the City of Franklin Parks and The Williamson County Cultural Arts Commission
We Invite you to participate in the 2nd Annual Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee
Fine Arts Exhibit
We welcome all Tennessee Kindergarten through 12th Grade Artists to apply to display your original pieces in this juried exhibit. We will accept and include a wide variety of art pieces in multi-media platforms.
Winning pieces will be displayed at the Fire Hall Art Gallery in City Hall in Downtown Franklin throughout the summer months.
Please click here for additional information and application.
Hand-crafted Art Sale
Youth art vendors sell their hand-crafted art.
Unique pieces are available for festival patrons to purchase.
Do you create art that would appeal to others? Sell your hand-crafted art to festival attendees. We are expecting over 5000 people this year who will all get the chance to purchase your items.
Please click here for additional information and application.
Stage Performers
Do you dance, act, sing, play and instrument, or write poetry? We are looking for talented groups and individuals to perform on the stage at the Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee. Whether you are a seasoned performer or just starting out, we would like to highlight the variety of talent in Tennessee.
Please click here for additional information and application.
Art Installation
This year’s installation will be a glass tile mosaic created by 1000 attendees of the event.
Make sure you come early before we run out of supplies.
More details to come.
Art Stops
Several area organizations and businesses generously offer their time and financial support to allow festival patrons the opportunity to experience the arts in new and unique ways.
For more information, please visit Kids Art Festival of Tennessee.

West Side Story - Nashville
2016-06-04 14:00 - 19:00
Studio Tenn – West Side Story – June 4th, 2016 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Worlds are colliding in the rough-and-tumble West Side of 1950s New York City as star-crossed lovers Maria and Tony get caught up in rising tensions between rival gangs, the Sharks and the Jets.
A historic collaboration of some of Broadway’s biggest names, WEST SIDE STORY is an iconic musical theatre contemporization of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet that quickly became a classic in its own right, repeatedly sweeping the Tony Awards over decades of revivals.
In the same spirit as the 1957 original, Studio Tenn’s production will propel this age-old story further forward with a vibrant, timeless design. Featuring Jerome Robbins’ revolutionary original choreography, cast members from Broadway and Nashville, and a full symphony orchestra performing the classic score including “Something’s Coming”, “Maria”, “America”, “Somewhere”, “Tonight”, “I Feel Pretty”, “One Hand, One Heart”.
For tickets please visit Studio Tenn.

Music Country Grand Prix
2016-06-04 15:30
TSC Tractor Supply Co. presents the Music Country Grand Prix – Franklin, TN.

Join us June 4, 2016, for the 28th Annual Music Country Grand Prix at Brownland Farm in Franklin, Tennessee. Benefitting Saddle Up!, the Music Country Grand Prix is a premier equestrian jumping competition featuring top riders and horses from across the nation.
Come join us for some great competition and plenty of activities. We have many seating options. There is something for everyone. We hope to see you there!
For more information please visit Music Country Grand Prix.

Opera at Dyer Observatory - Brentwood
2016-06-04 18:00 - 22:00
Opera@ Dyer Observatory – Saturday, June 4, 2016 – 6:00pm – 10:00pm – Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory

Our Opera on the Mountain event is an annual favorite. Join us for a BYOB&P (and picnic) evening of songs and stargazing at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory. This family friendly outdoor concert is the perfect Saturday night combination of great music and good company, and you’ll have the chance to take stargaze through the grand telescope.

Crockett Park Concert
2016-06-05 19:00
Symphony Community Concert – Crockett Park Brentwood, TN – Community Event
A Nashville tradition! As part of our mission to bring music to everyone in Middle Tennessee, your Nashville Symphony is proud to present free Community Concerts at parks across the mid-state region. Pack a picnic dinner, bring a blanket or lawn chair, and immerse yourself in a magical summer night of music and fun.
PERFORMERS

Nashville Symphony
Vinay Parameswaran, conductor

PROGRAM
Bernstein – Overture to Candide
Rossini – Semiramide Overture
Bizet – Danse Boheme from Carmen
Dvořák – Slavonic Dance, Op. 46, No. 3
Dvořák – Slavonic Dance, Op. 46, No. 1
Anderson – Fiddle Faddle
Williams — Star Wars Main Title

An Evening with Billy Dean
2016-06-08 20:00
The Franklin Theatre – An Evening with Billy Dean – Wednesday, June 8th, 2016
There was a time in Billy Dean’s life when it looked like basketball was his future, not a stage. The 6’4″ singer from Florida received a basketball scholarship to attend East Central Junior College in Decatur, Miss., where he majored in physical education. But music was always courtside.
After he made the finals of the Wrangler Country Star Search in 1982 and then became a male vocalist champ on Ed McMahon’s Star Search in 1988, Billy earned a Top 5 hit in 1990 with his debut country single, “Only Here For A Little While.” His second single, “Somewhere In My Broken Heart,” also went Top 5, as did follow-up singles “You Don’t Count The Cost,” “Only The Wind” and “Billy The Kid.”
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
For more information and to purchase tickets for this event, please visit The Franklin Theatre.

Calicos & Cadets Summer Camp
2016-06-10 09:00 - 2016-06-11 16:00
Calicos & Cadets Summer Camp – June 10-11, 2016
Every summer, The Battle of Franklin Trust hosts Calicos & Cadets in June and July. Boy and girls ages 6 – 12 are invited to join us as we explore 19th century soldier and civilian life through activities, games, and re-enactor demonstrations. For questions or more information, please contact Angell Wallace at (615) 794-0903 or angell@boft.org.
