GAYLORD OPRYLAND HIRING EVENT
2022-03-24 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Gaylord Opryland Resort, 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN, 37214, United States
On-the-spot interviews and job offers for all Full- and Part-Time Food & Beverage Positions:
Hosts • Cooks • Servers • Baristas • Bartenders • Stewards
$1,000 bonus for eligible new hires
$50 gas card for the first 50 attendees
Enjoy live music and samplings of various cuisines & mocktails
Appointments are not required but attendees can apply online in advance to expedite processing at www.GaylordOprylandHiring.com
Gaylord Opryland Resort, 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN. Follow signs on campus to complimentary valet parking
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Stewart Copeland: Police Deranged with the Nashville Symphony
2022-03-24 19:00 - 2022-03-26 21:00 | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, One Symphony Place, Nashville, TN, 37201, United States
PERFORMERS: Stewart Copeland, drums | Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor | additional performers to be announced
It’s a high-energy orchestral celebration of The Police’s biggest hits, including “Roxanne,” “Don’t Stand So Close to Me,” “Message in a Bottle” and many more. With Copeland on drums, three singers, a guitarist and full orchestra, this one-of-a-kind concert experience will give new life to classic songs you know and love – all arranged (or “deranged”) by Copeland himself.
With more than 60 million records sold worldwide, six GRAMMY® Awards, and induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, The Police – founded when Copeland recruited Andy Summers and Sting in 1977 – have been a defining force in rock music for more than 40 years. In the years since The Police’s heyday, this remarkably versatile musician has built on those remarkable achievements, writing film scores (Rumblefish, Wall Street), collaborating with jazz legend Stanley Clarke in Animal Logic, working with Phish’s Trey Anastasio and Primus’ Les Claypool in Oysterhead, composing opera and much more.
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Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee
2022-03-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Pinkerton Park, 405 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join the City of Franklin, TN for the 7th Annual Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee!
Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee – March 26, 2022 – 10 AM to 2 PM at Pinkerton Park, 405 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin TN 37064.
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.
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.
Art Stops
Several area organizations and businesses generously offer their time and financial support to allow festival attendees the opportunity to experience the arts in new and unique ways.
Hand Crafted Art Sales
The Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee allows for young artists to sell their original artwork to festival goers. Each vendor must provide their own set up.
Please click on the links below for more information!

A Red Carpet Evening
2022-03-27 17:30 | THE BELCOURT THEATRE, 2102 Belcourt Avenue, Nashville, TN, 37212, United States
Join the Belcourt for their annual fundraiser, A Red Carpet Evening, on Sunday, March 27, 2022. Enjoy an elegant event that benefits the Belcourt and celebrates the movies. The evening includes multiple food courses, drinks, a silent auction, a glamorous backstage lounge, and Hollywood’s biggest night projected on the Belcourt’s big screens.
Sun, March 27 at 6:30pm (Early Arrival: 5:30pm). See ticket types for arrival details.
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FT Live: Richard Marx
2022-03-30 20:00 - 2022-04-01 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Live Performance:
Music

Richard Marx’s soon-to-be-released memoir, “Stories To Tell,” begins a few months before the coronavirus pandemic; then transports us back to 1968 when he was five years old; takes us on an exciting, insightful, heartbreaking and hilarious journey through his life and career, and culminates a few months after the pandemic lockdown of 2020 with him battling a mysterious illness. Richard’s Simon and Schuster-published literary debut is just the latest chapter in a nearly 40 year career that’s seen the Chicago native score an astounding fourteen #1 songs as a songwriter for both himself and other artists, and the distinction of having written a number one song in four different decades.
Richard never considered writing his life story until he began performing solo acoustic shows in theaters beginning in 2010. “When I started playing solo shows, I knew going in that I would only have a piano, a guitar and my voice. I quickly realized I also needed stories,” he says. “I approach my live shows as if I were attending a concert by someone else. If all they’re going to do is ably replicate the music they’ve recorded, I can just stay home and listen to the recordings. I want to be entertained. I want to feel like I’m getting a glimpse into the PERSON I’m watching up there. Over time, my stories and banter with the audiences became crucially important to the point where I now feel that the ‘show’ is what happens in-between the songs. The best compliments I get are from people saying they felt like they hung out with me for two hours.”
Converting these stories, which range from hilarious to frightening to heart-wrenching, to the page was initially a daunting task, but as Richard explains, “As I wrote, my primary goal became a mission to make it feel as conversational as possible. As if I were telling you these stories over a martini somewhere.” From his childhood to his early beginnings as a songwriter and background singer for such luminaries as Lionel Richie, Kenny Rogers and Madonna to his hugely successful career as an artist and performer, Richard takes us on his life’s journey much like a gracious host would entertain his guests at a party.
“Stories To Tell,” along with the book’s soundtrack (which features his many hits as well as demos of his famous songs, covers of songs he contributed to other artists, and an unreleased rock track from the 80s) follows his 2020 hit album “Limitless.” Reaching number two on the iTunes pop album chart, “Limitless” featured the Billboard top 15 single, “Another One Down,’ which was written by Richard and his son, Lucas, who also produced the track.
Richard has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his self-titled debut which went to No. 8 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. The album spawned four Top 5 singles, including “Hold on to the Nights” and “Don’t Mean Nothing,” which earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. His follow-up, 1989’s Repeat Offender, was even more successful, hitting No. 1 and going quadruple-platinum with two No. 1 singles, “Satisfied” and “Right Here Waiting.” He has since made history as the only male artist whose first seven singles reached the Top 5 on the Billboard charts.
Richard has also written on a No. 1 single in each of the last four decades, an accolade previously only reached by Michael Jackson. He has written with numerous artists, including “To Where You Are,” the first hit single from Josh Groban’s debut album, and the NSYNC smash, “This I Promise You.” He went on to earn a 2004 Song of the Year Grammy for co-authoring Luther Vandross’ “Dance with My Father.” Overall, he has scored 14 No. 1 singles (including Keith Urban’s No. 1 smash “Long Hot Summer”), both as a performer and as a songwriter/producer, revealing him a true multi-talented performer who continues to challenge himself and his fans.
In addition to being a musician, Richard is a committed philanthropist, supporting charitable causes like the American Cancer Society and the Ronald McDonald House Charities, Mercy For Animals, ASPCA, Humane Society, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and the charity closest to Richard’s heart, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, for which his produced events have raised over $4 million for research. The musician has toured extensively for the past three decades, building a strong fanbase all over the world that only continues to grow. The legacy of his career as a songwriter, singer and musician and now author is now well established and Richard is happy to continue on his trajectory, wherever it takes him.
“I have so much gratitude,” he says. “I’m so excited that I’m still doing this and it’s on a level that I’m really proud of. It’s amazing that I can go to these places in the world where they might not be able to pronounce my name properly, but they sing along to all the songs in the show. People come back again and again and I’ve very proud of my live show. I want fans to finish my book just as I want them to feel after seeing me in concert. Like they got to know me.”
Richard lives with his wife, Daisy Fuentes, in Malibu, California.
March 30th – 8:00 PM
March 31st – 8:00 PM
April 1st – 8:00 PM

The Nashville Culinary & Cocktails Experience
2022-03-31 19:00 - 21:00 | The Bell Tower, 400 4th Ave. S, Nashville, TN, 37201, United States
The Nonprofit Fundraising Initiative in partnership with March of Dimes Tennessee Chapter, the nonprofit organization leading the fight for the health of all moms and babies, announced they will host The Nashville Culinary & Cocktails Experience on April 7, 2022. The event will bring together a variety of Nashville area chefs and mixologists to spotlight local cuisine and culture — all to raise critical funds for research, programs, and services that support moms, moms-to-be, and babies. The highlight of event will be featuring local March of Dimes families as they will be paired with local chefs to create their own signature dish or craft cocktail.
Proceeds from this event will be used to nourish all aspects of motherhood, from prenatal to postpartum research, programs, and services. Other similar events are being hosted across the country as March of Dimes calls attention to the fact that nearly 7 million American women of childbearing age live in counties with limited or no maternal care.
Sponsorships are available. For more information about the event, sponsorships and tickets, please visit www.CulinaryandCocktails.com.
About March of Dimes
March of Dimes is the nonprofit organization leading the fight for the health of all moms and babies that began more than 80 years ago. They continue that fight today to address some of the biggest threats to moms and babies, such as premature birth and maternal mortality, through research, education, programs and advocacy. March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs, and provide education and advocacy so that every baby can have the best possible start. Building on a successful 80-year legacy of impact and innovation, we empower every mom and every family. Visit www.marchofdimes.org for more information.

2nd Annual Gilda’s Gang 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
2022-04-02 07:30 - 22:30 | Riverview Shelter at Shelby Park, Shelby Ave & S 20th St., Nashville, TN, 37206, United States
2006 Gildas Gang – Dr. Gail Addlestone and Danielle Gilbert
2nd Annual Gilda’s Gang 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run Slated for April 2 at East Nashville’s Shelby Park
Gilda’s Gang 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run is an untimed, all-ages, all-abilities fundraising and community building event held at Shelby Park (aka Shelby Bottoms) in East Nashville on Saturday, April 2, 2022.

“Doors” open at 7:30 AM
5K begins at 8:00 AM (untimed)
1-Mile Fun Run begins at 8:30 AM (untimed)
Post-run fun until 10:30 AM

Gilda’s Gang 5K and 1-Mile Family Fun Run is named in honor of Dr. Gail Addlestone, a long-time Gilda’s Club volunteer and staff member who established a half-marathon training program and fundraiser – dubbed “Gilda’s Gang” – that raised more than $1.3 million for Gilda’s Club between 2006 and 2017. Despite losing Gail to metastatic breast cancer in 2007, her legacy of service, hard work and determination lives on through events like this one.
ABOUT DR. GAIL ADDLESTONE AND GILDA’S GANG
During her lifetime, Dr. Gail Addlestone was many things to many people…a daughter, wife, mother, friend, and trusted pediatrician. For those of us at Gilda’s Club, Gail was each of these things, however, she still managed to be more.
Gail first became involved with Gilda’s Club as a volunteer. Having lost her own mom to ovarian cancer, she was passionate about our mission from the very start. Then, just a couple of years later, Gail was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer.
As Gail endured surgery, chemo, radiation, and more, she took on her second role at Gilda’s Club: Member. Gailparticipated in our weekly Moms Support Group and opened the door for us to serve her father, husband, daughter, and friends.
Sadly, Gail soon had to stop practicing medicine. At this time, she changed roles yet again and became a part of our staff, serving in a way that combined her two passions: exercise during cancer treatment and supporting Gilda’s Club.
While Gail accomplished much while working for Gilda’s Club, she is perhaps best known for establishing what would later become Gilda’s Gang – a half-marathon training program and fundraiser that raised more than $1.3 million for Gilda’s Club between 2006 and 2017.
Since her death in 2007, Gail’s legacy has been recognized by Gilda’s Club in several ways. Gilda’s Gang was named in her honor, and she was celebrated posthumously with the Nancy Saturn Award of Inspiration in 2011. Additionally, the Dr. Gail Addlestone Community Building Award was created in 2018 and is presented annually.
The 2nd Annual Gilda’s Gang 5K is being generously supported by media from the East Nashvillian, as well as support from Caffé Nonna, and Run Nash.
ABOUT GILDA’S CLUB MIDDLE TENNESSEE
Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee, an affiliate of the Cancer Support Community, is dedicated to providing support, education, and hope to all people impacted by cancer, including those diagnosed and family and friends.
Free of charge to everyone – thanks to our generous donors – Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee’s evidence-based program for adults, teens, children, and families includes support groups, health and nutrition coaching, healthy lifestyle workshops, mind-body classes, social activities, educational lectures, and community resource information. Offering approximately 70 professionally-led support and networking groups, and more than 80 educational workshops and lectures each month – either online or from our midtown Nashville location, Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee is able to make a tangible difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer. We build community, so no one faces cancer alone.

Arbor Day 2022
2022-04-02 11:00 - 13:00 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Arbor Day 2022 – Brentwood, TN
Join us at the Library for activities, food, and a celebration of trees. Arbor Day 2022 will be held at the John P. Holt Brentwood Library on Saturday, April 2, 2022 from 11am-1pm. There will be vendors present to teach you about various tree topics and provide giveaways.
The Brentwood Tree Board will also have tree seedlings to give away.
History of Arbor Day
American Arbor Day was founded by J. Sterling Morton in Nebraska in 1872. In 1875, Tennessee became one of the first states to start celebrating this special environmental holiday that is meant to create “a better understanding of nature and the importance of protecting wildlife, planting and cultivating flowers, and setting and protecting trees.” Brentwood, Tennessee has an annual tradition of Arbor Day festivities.

Adapted from Tennessee Department of Agriculture.

Whiskey Warmer Franklin
2022-04-02 18:00 - 21:00 | WESTHAVEN SWIM 2, 4121 Golf Club Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Whiskey lovers, bundle up for an evening of live music, good food and exceptional spirits in beautiful Westhaven in Franklin! This elevated event is designed for whiskey aficionados and newcomers alike, with distillers pouring samples of premier whiskeys, bourbon and scotch and providing comprehensive education for those looking to learn more. Enjoy a live bluegrass concert playing throughout the night, local food trucks, photo booth, cigar lounge and more!
NEW this year – Explore the VIP experience for access to premium, rare, and experimental whiskey offerings. VIP Admission includes 1 hour early access to the event from 5:00-6:00. VIP Hour will feature access to exclusive pours available ONLY during VIP Hour, complimentary light bites by Southern Spoon, Loveless Cafe, and Pandy Cotton Candy, and a commemorative glass.
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Williamson County CASA 2022 Voices for Children
2022-04-07 18:00 | Graystone Quarry, 4520 Graystone Quarry Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Williamson County CASA annual “Voices for Children” fundraising event in Franklin on April 7th at Gravestone Quarry. All proceeds raised from this evening directly benefit the children that CASA serves. There will be cocktails and dinner alongside a silent and live auction.
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MATILDA THE MUSICAL
2022-04-07 19:00 - 2022-04-11 19:00 | Ravenwood Performing Arts Center, 1724 Wilson Pike, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
RAVENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS – MATILDA THE MUSICAL

Matilda is a musical adaptation of the children’s book of the same name by Roald Dahl, and tells the story of Matilda Wormwood, a gifted girl forced to put up with a crude, distant father and mother. Worse, Agatha Trunchbull, the evil principal at Matilda’s school, is a terrifyingly strict bully. However, when Matilda realizes she has the power of telekinesis, she begins to defend her friends, and beloved teacher Ms. Honey, from Trunchbull’s wrath and fight back against her unkind parents. It is a playful show full of fun dance numbers and laughter. It is a great story for both children and adults of all ages.

Thu. Apr 7th 2022, 7:00 pm
Fri. Apr 8th 2022, 7:00 pm
Sat. Apr 9th 2022, 7:00 pm
Sun. Apr 10th 2022, 7:00 pm
Mon. Apr 11th 2022, 7:00 pm

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A Shakespearean Experience
2022-04-08 19:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Renaissance High School presents A Shakespearean Experience
Join us for an evening with Shakespeare where you will get a glimpse of over 10 of his most famous plays set in a variety of time periods. You won’t want to miss this comical and heartfelt experience with the world’s most famous playwright!
Williamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Ave., Franklin, TN 37064
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Great Performances: Los Angeles Guitar Quartet
2022-04-08 20:00 - 2022-04-09 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Part of the Great Performances Series at The Franklin Theatre in Downtown Franklin

For over three decades on the concert stage, the members of the Grammy® Award-winning Los Angeles Guitar Quartet have continually set the standard for expression and virtuosity among guitar ensembles, while perennially redefining themselves in their musical explorations. Popularly known as the LAGQ, the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet is recognized as one of America’s premier instrumental ensembles. As one of the most charismatic groups performing today, their critically acclaimed transcriptions of concert masterworks provide a fresh look at the music of the past, while their interpretations of works from the contemporary and world-music realms continually break new ground.

April 8th – 8:00 PM
April 9th – 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Westhaven 5K Memory Run
2022-04-09 06:30 | Westhaven Residents Club, 401 Cheltenham Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join the Westhaven 5K Memory Run to raise awareness and funds for the Alzheimer’s Association®
Join us on for our 2nd Annual 5K Memory Run and Kids’ Fun Run to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome. This event accepts day-of race registrations. Same day registration is 6:30-7:30 a.m. The Race begins at Westhaven Residents’ Club. Saturday, April 9, 2022. The 5K starts at 8 a.m. The Kids Fun Run starts at 9 a.m. Packet Pick Up will be on Friday, April 8 at the Westhaven Residents’ Club from 4-8 p.m.
Funds raised through participation in this event will support the Alzheimer’s Association’s annual DIY fundraising initiative called The Longest Day (TLD) (alz.org/TLD). Participants in The Longest Day are encouraged to choose an activity or hobby they love to do, and turn it into an event to raise awareness and money for the Alzheimer’s Association. Activities for The Longest Day happen all year, but efforts culminate on June 20 — the Summer Solstice — which also takes place during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month.
For information, contact amy.law@southernland.com or call 615-791-6740.
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2022 Bourbon & Bubbles Fest
2022-04-09 17:00 - 21:00 | The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 239 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Bourbon & Bubbles Fest is an all inclusive beverage tasting event in Franklin, TN with Bourbon, Spirits, Wine and all kinds of Bubbles -Plus Live Music, Food and Fun!

The first year was AMAZING! Join us for the 2nd Annual event!

Bourbon and Bubbles Fest is a beverage tasting event where attendees can sample Bourbon, Spirits, Wine, and all kinds of Bubbles including Sparkling Wine, Prosecco, Beer, and even Seltzers. The event also features live music and delicious food for purchase from area restaurants. Must be 21+ to attend!
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Annual Historic Nolensville Buttercup Festival
2022-04-10 12:00 - 18:00 | Historic Nolensville Buttercup Festival, 7289 Nolensville Rd., Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
A Free Nolensville Festival that is Fun for All Ages!
The Annual Historic Nolensville Buttercup Festival is a fun family-friendly event in Nolensville, Tennessee featuring food, games, art vendors, and the Nolensville Historical Society. The Historic Nolensville Buttercup Festival will be on Sunday, April 10th, 2022 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This Free Event has something for everyone!
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FT Live: Jesse Cook
2022-04-11 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
An accomplished guitarist, producer and equally prolific film maker, Jesse Cook has evolved his talents to create experiences that delight audiences both in concert, and online.
He composed his first album, Tempest, over 25 years ago. Jesse could not imagine that such a humble recording, in which he played all the instruments, would spark into a music legacy with thousands of concerts performed around the world, over 2 million albums sold, 5 PBS TV specials, and tens of millions of content views and streams across the internet.
Jesse and his extraordinary band are looking forward to returning to the road, bringing the Tempest II Tour and their unique brand of rhythm and rhumba to audiences across North America in 2022.

Meet the Distillers of Franklin Distillery at Cool Springs Wine & Spirits
2022-04-15 15:00 - 18:00 | Cool Springs Wine & Spirits, 1935 Mallory Lane, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Franklin Distillery, a spirits company rooted in Franklin, Tenn., recently launched two premium products designed to celebrate local ingredients: Southern gin and one of the world’s first citrus vodkas. On Friday, April 15 from 3-6 p.m., co-founders Michael Stainbrook and Michael Ward will be onsite at Cool Springs Wine & Spirits, located at 1935 Mallory Lane to share a bit more about these local Southern spirits. For more information, visit https://www.franklindistilleryco.com.
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FT Live: Kathy Mattea & Suzy Bogguss
2022-04-15 20:00 - 2022-04-16 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Franklin Theatre Live: Kathy Mattea & Suzy Bogguss

Kathy Mattea and Suzy Bogguss have each carved out careers in popular music with country chart hits spanning two decades. Suzy’s “Outbound Plane”, “Aces”, and “Someday Soon” are among the many songs beloved by country music fans around the world, as are “Where’ve You Been?”, “455 Rocket”, and “Eighteen Wheels and a Dozen Roses” from Kathy’s deep well of material. Friends since their early days in Nashville, they had only found a few opportunities to collaborate musically, notably with “Teach Your Children”, their Grammy-nominated track from 1994’s “Red, Hot + Country” compilation. They have “threatened” for years, and their many fans have clamored for this pairing.
Now, sporting new material developed for the tour, armed with 2 careers worth of stories and more hits than they can fit…Kathy & Suzy are “Together At Last”!
Booked in collaboration with Odyssey Touring
FT Live sponsored by Jackson.
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Koe Wetzel
2022-04-21 19:00 | FirstBank Amphitheater, 4520 Graystone Quarry Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Koe Wetzel concert at FirstBank Amphitheater in Franklin, Tennessee on Thursday, Apr 21, 2022 7:00 PM.
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Les Miserables School Edition
2022-04-21 19:00 - 2022-04-23 19:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Franklin Classical School presents Les Miserables School Edition
The Franklin Classical School Players are thrilled to present this true classic based on Victor Hugo’s novel. With music by ALAIN BOUBLIL and CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHOENBERG, Les Miserables’ appeal is as prolific today as when it premiered in London in 1985. With popular songs including “On my Own,” “Do You Hear the People Sing?” and so many more, Les Miserables has moved audiences in 52 countries and in 22 languages through its narrative of grace and mercy.
Les Miserables Student Edition is specially adapted and licensed by Music Theatre International and Cameron Mackintoch (Oversees) Limited. The FCS Players are striving to present the material in a way that shows sensitivity to young audience members, but please be mindful that the themes remain mature.
Williamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Ave., Franklin, TN 37064
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Kid’s Bug Scavenger Hunt
2022-04-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Stoney Creek Farm, 4700 Coe Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
How many bugs can you find on a farm? Find out when you go on this imaginative and fun scavenger hunt!
Bugs are part of the ecosystem that provide many benefits to our natural environment. It’s exciting to learn all of the different jobs that bugs do to keep nature healthy and clean.
The Bug Scavenger Hunt will start on the back porch of the Stoney Creek Barn and go across the creek and several acres of the farm. Kids should wear sturdy shoes and layered clothing depending on the weather. After the hike, kids can also go feed the goats and walk around the farm/play on the swing set. Parents/Grandparents are welcome to bring a lunch and enjoy time outdoors on the farm.
Note: Any parents who want to drop off older children, must sign a farm liability waiver.
Stoney Creek Farm has been searching for someone to lead kid activities here in Franklin and Cori Williams is the perfect teacher for making every class FUN! We are adding more kid’s classes at affordable prices throughout the year. Your kids will LOVE her innovative teaching style! Healthy learning environments have an effective teaching strategy where students can learn positive participation and that is what Cori emulates.
Teacher Bio
Cori Williams has many talents: Teacher, Graphic artist, certified Tennessee Naturalist, and has taught using the Charlotte Mason and Reggio Emilia methods. She has a true LOVE of Nature and Sustainable Living and would love to share that enthusiasm with your child.
Cori and her 10-year-old son are native Nashvillians and are constantly seeking new opportunities for nature hikes and effective/engaging learning experiences.

FT Live: Pryor & Lee
2022-04-22 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Black River Entertainment recording artists Pryor Baird and Kaleb Lee first met in 2018 as contestants on the 14th Season of The Voice. Then solo acts, the singers were paired as roommates during the Blind Audition, and a friendship instantly bloomed.
Now teaming up as a duo, Pryor & Lee introduce themselves to the country genre with its debut single — the feel-good arena anthem “Y’allsome.” Penned by ace songwriters Rhett Akins, Marv Green and JT Harding, the boot stomping ode to country fans exemplifies Pryor & Lee’s fun side and dynamic live show.
In December 2019, the pair split the bill for a studio session to record “Blame Me,” a hard hitting country tune that has a man owning up to his faults. Black River heard the song and quickly signed the men to a record deal in January 2020.
“You pray for times like that in your life where a door will open and it’s obvious,” Baird says. Pryor & Lee look up to acts like Brooks & Dunn and Montgomery Gentry for their authentic lifestyle, vivid storytelling and deep-seeded country roots. Not unlike Brooks & Dunn — who also formed as a duo after pursuing solo careers — Pryor & Lee has carved out a path of its own with a distinct throwback country vibe and unmistakable talent.
“One thing I think we collectively learned is we would not trade any of the last 10 years,” Lee says. “It’s prepared me for being in a duo now. We really know who we are, and we feel like we have a good handle on the music that Pryor & Lee should put out.”

Belmont University presents - The O'More College Fashion Show
2022-04-22 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
We are delighted to bring the work of our gifted students to Main Street, where every piece you see coming down the runway is conceived, designed, and constructed by students who understand the power of design to transform. The Show is a highly-anticipated event where four years of rigorous Fashion Design education culminate in an impressive showcase of collections as diverse as the student designers who create them, providing an up-close look at original work that is innovative in terms of style and technical execution.
The Juniors were challenged with creating capsules with human-centered design at the center of the process, and Seniors have been immersed in their year-long research and execution of work. The evening will include a reveal of collections, but not limited to costume and streetwear, an androgynous collection for men and women to ready-to-wear and elegant dresses.
A design collaboration with Daybreak Arts (formerly “Poverty and the Arts”) will also be revealed. The social enterprise nonprofit, founded by a Belmont graduate, creates artistic and economic opportunities for people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity by providing them access to the creative resources needed to achieve personal fulfillment and success. Twelve students are collaborating with the artists and will be creating garments inspired by their works of art that will also raise awareness and funds for Daybreak Arts.
Join us for an incredible evening of beauty, artistry, craftsmanship and care for others.
For additional information: The O’More College Fashion Show.
Event details below.

38th Annual Main Street Festival 2022
2022-04-23 10:00 - 2022-04-24 18:00 | Franklin’s Main Street, 106 3rd Ave N., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, TN’s Main Street Festival is a highly-anticipated, annual tradition held in the historic downtown of Franklin, Tennessee.
Consistently listed among the top 20 events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society, Main Street Festival will be celebrating its 38th anniversary in 2022 and is expected to attract 85,000+ visitors. In most years, the event features more than 200 high-quality arts and crafts vendors, superb entertainment, great food, and fun for the entire family.
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County aims to preserve and share regional history, local historic places and signature events that carry on our community traditions and cultural heritage through fundraising, research, advocacy, education, preservation and community engagement.
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Wine Women & Shoes
2022-04-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Renaissance Nashville Hotel, 611 Commerce Street, Nashville, TN, 37201, United States
Celebrate 10 years of success with Nashville’s favorite event, Wine Women & Shoes! This event brings Nashville’s most extraordinary women together to kick up their heels, sip fine wine, shop, bid on auction items, and so much more! Over the past nine years, Wine Women & Shoes has raised more $2 million for YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee to provide safety and shelter to thousands of women fleeing domestic violence. We rely on the success of Wine Women & Shoes to contribute to the vital funding for the mission, programs, and services we are able to provide to our community. Won’t you be a part of the 10th anniversary celebration?
What you can expect this year:
Luxury Wine Tasting | Exclusive Shopping | Key to the Closet | Wall of Wine | Silent and Live Auction |
Best in Shoe Contest | Seated Delicious Lunch | And so much more!
By attending, you acknowledge the risks involved during the COVID-19 pandemic and are choosing to do so on your own accord. Furthermore, you agree to waive and release YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee from liability for any claim, including any claim related to COVID-19.
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Ar-“Beer”-etum Wetlands & Gardens Tours
2022-04-23 16:00 - 20:00 | Oaklands Mansion, 900 N Maney Ave., Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Oaklands Mansion’s Second Annual Ar-“Beer”-etum Wetlands & Gardens Tours
Join the fun and explore this Nationally Registered historic and pre-historic site, now open as a public park. Along the pathways you will find multiple beer sampling stations provided by downtown Murfreesboro’s Liquid Smoke. Their expert staff members have chosen beer with notes that highlight the trees you will find along the way.
Self-Guided tours of Oaklands Park will be offered on Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 4:00PM – 8:00PM by reservation only. Oaklands Mansion is nestled in Oaklands Park, a native tree arboretum and natural wetlands, which includes Maney Spring as well as heritage and native gardens. The self-guided grounds tour will include an overview of the arboretum, wetlands and gardens.
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Family Camp Out
2022-04-23 16:30 - 2022-04-24 08:30 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Family Camp Out in Brentwood at Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary!
For one night ONLY, Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary in Brentwood opens its gates for a family overnight camping experience. Bring your OWN tent, s’more fixings and camping chairs. Eat dinner prior to arrival OR arrive early and bring a picnic dinner to eat at Owl’s Hill.
Family activities Include:

Marshmallow Roast
Owl Presentation
Guided Night Hike
Take Home Craft
Light Breakfast in the Morning

Ages: 6+ years
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Family Day at The Ballet
2022-04-24 12:00 - 16:00 | The Martin Center for Nashville Ballet, 3630 Redmon Street, Nashville, TN, 37209, United States
Family-Friendly Fun Event in Nashville
Join Nashville Ballet for a day filled with family-friendly fun! An annual treat for dance-loving little ones and new movers alike, Family Day at the Ballet features an exciting array of dance-inspired activities the whole family can enjoy. Experience performances by the artists of NB2, engaging story times, up-beat movement activities, creative crafts, games, and so much more at this uniquely Nashville Ballet event!
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About Nashville Ballet

Nashville Ballet is the largest professional ballet company in Tennessee. Nashville Ballet presents a varied repertoire of classical ballet and contemporary works by noted choreographers, including original works by Artistic Director Paul Vasterling. Nashville Ballet and the second company, NB2 (a pre- professional training company), provide more than 55,000 arts experiences to adults and children annually through season performances and its Community Engagement programming. Curriculum-based Community Engagement programs bring dance education to community centers, colleges, public libraries, and public elementary, middle, and high schools across the state. School of Nashville Ballet brings world-class dance instruction to students ages 2 and up. To learn more about Nashville Ballet, please visit nashvilleballet.com.
Nashville Ballet receives public funding from Metro Arts, Tennessee Arts Commission, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Contributions from local, regional, and national institutional funders and community partners, as well as hundreds of generous individuals, provide ongoing support of Nashville Ballet’s mission-critical programs.

Free barre3 GLOW Class
2022-04-24 17:30 - 18:15 | barre3 Brentwood, 4908 Thoroughbred Lane, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Mark your calendars for a FREE barre3 class on Sunday, April 24 at 5:30 pm benefiting Family & Children’s Service, one of Nashville’s most renowned nonprofits that provides care and resources for families across Middle Tennessee. This 45-minute disco-themed GLOW class will be full of fun and energy. We’ll provide the glow sticks and accessories, just show up ready for some sweat and community connection.
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