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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
2019-05-24 19:00, 2019-05-23 19:00, 2019-05-19 14:00 - 19:00, 2019-05-18 14:00 - 19:00, 2019-05-17 19:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
The biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes alive this spring in Studio Tenn’s musical retelling of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! Blessed with vivid dreams that foretell the future, Joseph, Jacob’s favorite son, finds himself the center of a comedic tale of family, betrayal, and service to a hilariously Elvis-like Pharaoh. A truly timeless Old Testament tale, the Tony Award-winning Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat spans a multitude of musical genres from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock and roll. You won’t want to miss this season’s best kind of feel-good, warm-hearted, and irresistibly spectacular season finale!
SHOW DATES/TIMES:
Friday, May 17 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 18 at 2 p.m.
Saturday, May 18 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 19 at 2 p.m.
Sunday, May 19 at 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m.
Friday, May 24 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 25 at 2 p.m.
Saturday, May 25 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 26 at 2 p.m.
Sunday, May 26 at 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 30 at 7 p.m.
Friday, May 31 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 1 at 2 p.m.
Saturday, June 1 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, June 2 at 2 p.m.
Sunday, June 2 at 7 p.m

Leiper's Fork Farmers Market
2019-05-23 15:30 - 18:30
Visit the Leiper’s Fork Farmers Market, celebrating the land and its blessings, every 4th Thursday of the month from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The market runs May~Oct and will feature local food, music and The Land Trust for Tennessee.

Berry Farms Farmers Market
2019-05-21 16:00 - 19:00, 2019-05-14 16:00 - 19:00, 2019-05-07 16:00 - 19:00
The Farmers Market at Berry Farms is a Summer market that operates every Tuesday from May 1st through October 23rd. Market hours are 4:00-7:00 pm and is located in the Berry Farms Town Center at the intersection of Lewisburg Pike and Goose Creek Bypass.
You’ll find a wide variety of fresh and local produce, meat, dairy, baked goods and more at the Berry Farms Farmer’s Market. The market is a producer-only market, so everything you see is homegrown or handmade. Wondering what’s in season this week? Check out this seasonality chart from Pick TN Products.
Special Events @ BFFM

May 15 – Strawberry Festival
June 19 – Blood Drive
July 17 – Tomato Festival
October 2 – Blood Drive

About Boyle
Berry Farms reflects the Boyle philosophy of great, sustainable communities that are economically sound, environmentally friendly and enhance quality of life. For Boyle, this means taking the long-term view of even the smallest details, such as the curve of a sidewalk, the right street lamps and the types of trees that are planted. Berry Farms has strong architectural controls in place to maintain quality and to ensure the design will stand the test of time.
Boyle Investment Company has built a reputation as a leader in the design and development of some of the Mid-South’s preeminent retail properties, office developments, residential neighborhoods and mixed-use communities. Founded in Memphis in 1933, Boyle is recognized as one of the premier real estate development and management firms in the area. Other notable mixed-use projects in Middle Tennessee include Meridian Cool Springs in Franklin, CityPark in Brentwood, and Capitol View in Nashville.

Luna Diva Fest
2019-05-18 18:00
Award Winning Singer/Songwriter, and Nashville transplant, Randi Driscoll, (What Matters) hosts her CA songwriting friends Veronica May, Lisa Sanders, and Eve Selis under the full moon at Gratidude Ranch, Franklin, TN, for a night of music, stories and friendship.

Randi Driscoll, Veronica May, Lisa Sanders, and Eve Selis are female singer/songwriters, who, together, share numerous awards for performance, songwriting and their work in social justice. These four women have been friends for over a decade, and their unique styles of music have been empowering, encouraging and elevating audiences all over the globe, for even longer. For one night only, these power-house female performers bring their stories, music and friendship to TN, under the full moon in the beautiful Franklin sky.
Hosted at Gratidude Ranch, a beautiful farm and event space, the concert will include solo performances from each songwriter, followed by a second set where the women join one another on stage. Special guests; Kim McLean, Dani Carroll and Lauren Schulz, round out the evening.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit S.A.F.E ( Safe Affirming Family Environment, supporting foster families in Middle TN)
Tickets
$25 General Admission
$50 VIP ( includes pre-concert reception, preferred seating, gift bag, and signed CDs)

https://bpt.me/4107965

https://lunadivafestnashville.brownpapertickets.com
https://lunadivafestnashville.bpt.me
Refreshments available for purchase.
(All Ages/ Rain or Shine)
For more info, contact: randi7@earthlink.net

2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament
2019-05-18 11:30 - 15:00
Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament, produced by Next Gen Heritage Foundation and Leiper’s Fork Distillery will be held on May 18, 2019 at the distillery. See website for more information.

The Franklin Farmers Market
2019-05-18 08:00 - 13:00, 2019-05-11 08:00 - 13:00, 2019-05-04 08:00 - 13:00
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. 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.
Market Hours: All Year Long, Every Saturday!
Spring/Summer Market: April thru Oct, 8am – 1pm
Fall/Winter Market: Nov thru March, 9am – 12pm

Franklin Rodeo
2019-05-16 19:00 - 2019-05-18 19:00
2019 Franklin Rodeo – Franklin, TN!
Celebrating 70 years! The 70th annual Franklin Rodeo will return to Franklin, TN on May 16th, 17th, and 18th. This year, featuring “Whiplash” the cowboy monkey! The rodeo will feature PRCA pro rodeo events each night plus kids calf scramble, mutton bustin’ and new this year, (adult) pony hop races! NEW VIP corral featuring all-inclusive drinks, dinner & Rodeo ticket or add-on cocktails in the cantina. There will be free parking and gates open at 5:30 pm.

Five Points Pizza Anniversary Party with Jackalope
2019-05-15 17:00 - 22:00
In celebration of one year of slinging pies at its West Nashville location, Five Points Pizza is partnering with Jackalope to host a beer event on Wednesday, May 15 from 5 – 10 p.m. The event will take place at Five Points Pizza’s west-side shop located at 4100 Charlotte Ave. and feature specialty slices, flight specials and limited Jackalope beers. No tickets or reservations are needed for the event, and guests can drop by on Wednesday, May 15 any time between 5 -10 p.m. to enjoy the specials. More details available at https://www.facebook.com/events/[REDACTED],

Mothers Day at Kings Dining & Entertainment
2019-05-12 11:00 - 22:00
Celebrate all of the important women in your life at Kings Dining & Entertainment! Dine-then-bowl reservations available all day with pin painting for the kids and great food and drink specials. Group lane packages are encouraged! All ages welcome. There is no admission fee – just the cost of bowling and/or dining. Reservations are encouraged.

For more information, please visit: https://kings-de.com/coolsprings-franklin

Autism Tennessee/ Pieces of Hope Benefit
2019-05-11 18:00
Pieces of Hope
May 11th, 2019
6:00pm
Factory at Franklin
230 Franklin Rd.
Franklin, TN 37064
Autism Tennessee’s annual raffle prize is a Winner’s Choice trip! For just $20/ticket the winner will choose between?

ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISE
LAKE TAHOE SKI GETAWAY
MONTEREY GOLF EXPERIENCE

Tickets are $20 each and go on sale January 31st. A winner will be chosen on May 11, 2019.
You do not have to be present to win. Board, Staff, and their families are not eligible to win.

ROSES & ROSÉ AT UNION STATION HOTEL WITH AMELIA’S FLOWER TRUCK
2019-05-11 14:00 - 16:00
Enjoy the perfect pairing, a rosé tasting and bouquet class, over Mother’s Day weekend
Treat yourself to a special pairing event at Union Station Hotel on Saturday, May 11 (the day before Mother’s Day) featuring a guided rosé tasting and bouquet making class with Nashville’s favorite vintage mobile flower shop, Amelia’s Flower Truck. Perfect for Saturday fun with friends or to create a personalized present for Mom this Mother’s Day, tickets include tasting of a selection of rosés and a customized bouquet of flowers to take home.
A limited number of tickets are available and can be purchased online here for $85 per person. Valet parking will be free with validation at the hotel.

Mother's Day Tea
2019-05-11 14:00 - 2019-05-12 14:00

Steeplechase Tailgaiting Contest
2019-05-11 08:00 - 12:00
ENTER THE 2ND ANNUAL IROQUOIS STEEPLECHASE TAILGATING CONTEST!
Do you have the best tailgate setup? The best decor? The most delicious spread? Pre-Enter now to be on the official list for judging! Judges from YOUR Williamson and YOUR Sumner will visit your tailgate spot on Iroquois Steeplechase day before 12pm to “score” your tailgate entry.
Winners will be announced during the races! The Grand Prize will include a TOPSIDE TAILGATING SPOT FOR IROQUOIS STEEPLECHASE 2020 as well as many other fabulous prizes!

Honor The Fallen 5k - College Grove
2019-05-11 07:15
Honoring TN & Ft Campbell Fallen Military Heroes
Benefiting families of fallen military through Medals of Honor.
Both the 5K and Memorial Mile takes you through the majestic landscape of The Grove. Located minutes from historic Franklin, Tennessee, The Grove is a 1,100-acre, private, gated community offering a distinctive club lifestyle, complete with Williamson County’s only Greg Norman Signature Golf Course.
The Memorial Mile – an emotional, mile-long walk commemorating Tennessee’s fallen service members. Each of the fallen Service Members being honored has a sign along the course. The Memorial Mile is a FREE event, but registration is required.

Check-in | Registration – Saturday 5/11/19 (The Grove) 7:15 AM
5K Start: 9:00 AM

See website for more information.

Hunt Ball
2019-05-10 18:00
The Hillsboro Hounds Hunt Club will host the 2018 Hunt Ball with Cedar Knob, Mells and Mooreland clubs at the Belle Meade Country Club on Friday, May 10. Tickets are available for hunt club members and non-members. The evening will include cocktails, dinner, awards, dancing and more.

See website for time and more inforations.

30th Annual Steak & Burger Dinner
2019-05-09 17:30 - 21:00
This year’s dinner will be held on Thursday, May 9, in Liberty Hall at the Factory of Franklin in Franklin, TN. The event begins at 5:30 PM. Tickets can be purchased at www.BGCMT.org. Individual tickets are $125 each. Tables of eight (8) are also available for $1,000.
Each table will include six (6) adults and two (2) Club kids. The Steak & Burger Dinner includes dinner – steak for kids and mouth-watering hamburgers for adults provided by The Franklin Noon Rotary Club BBQ Society, entertainment, and a silent auction. Top-tier sponsorship levels include the $10,000 Presenting Sponsor, $7,500 Diamond Sponsor, $5,000 Gold Sponsor, and $2,500 Silver Sponsor. Sponsors receive numerous benefits ranging from various advertisements to tickets and tables.
As of February 28, 2019, sponsors include: Buerger, Moseley & Carson (Silver Sponsor); Cathy & Loy Hardcastle (Bronze Sponsor); and Brenda & Hal McCard, The Moody Family, Simmons Bank, Peggy & Bill Smith, Williamson Medical Center (Blue Napkin Sponsors).
For event and sponsorship information, please contact Denise Carothers at 615-628-8188 or dcarothers@bgcmt.org.
This year’s “Ed Moody Award 0f Excellence” recipient will be Andy Marshall of A. Marshall Hospitality. The “Ed Moody Award of Excellence, an annual honor recognizes and individual who has made a lasting impact with the Fairview & Franklin Boys & Girls Clubs and the Williamson County Community.
About the Ed Moody Award of Excellence
BGCMT’s “Ed Moody Award of Excellence” honors the revered Williamson County businessman, who helped establish the Franklin Boys & Girls Club in 1989. Moody co-founded Moody Tire Co. after World War II with his brother, Tom. Past recipients are: Cathy & Loy Hardcastle; Robert Blair; Sandra Sullivan; Peggy Smith; David Edge & Clay Mackey; and Ron Crutcher.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
For more than 115 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee (BGCMT) has enabled all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Annually, more than 4,375 youth are served at nine Middle Tennessee Boys & Girls Clubs and through community outreach initiatives. Clubs are located in Davidson & Williamson counties. Boys & Girls Clubs provides a safe place, professional caring staff, fun and friendship, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily basis during critical non-school hours. Priority programs emphasize academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. To learn more, please visit www.bgcmt.org, like us on Facebook [/GreatFuturesStartHere] or follow us on Twitter at @BGCMT.

The 2019 Sizzle Awards Gala - open for all!!!
2019-05-07 17:30 - 21:00
Music, food, drinks and awards for the “Best Businesses of Williamson County” as voted by the community. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners will be announced at the Gala.
The Sizzle Awards are brought to you by Franklin Is in partnership with Make-A-Wish® Middle Tennessee.
TICKET SELECTION IS BELOW: There are only 500 tickets available for this year’s event. To attend, a $10 minimum donation ticket is required. However, greater donation options are available below and appreciated. Tickets will be scanned on entry to the event.

Tickets will be available at 5:00PM 4/5/19

Cinco de Derby at Kings Dining & Entertainment
2019-05-04 11:00 - 2019-05-05 22:00
Join Kings Dining & Entertainment in our celebration of both the Kentucky Derby and Cinco de Mayo! This family-friendly Cinco de Derby bash features dine-then-bowl reservations and lane packages, mint julep margaritas, a post-race live DJ, dancing, giveaways, and more. Pick the winning horse and win $100 in Kings Dining & Entertainment gift cards! Festivities go all weekend long. All ages welcome! There is no admission fee – just the cost of bowling and/or dining. Reservations are encouraged.

For more info please visit https://kings-de.com/coolsprings-franklin

Franklin Art Scene - Downtown Franklin, TN
2019-05-03 18:00 - 21:00
A free, monthly art crawl that takes participants through downtown Franklin’s historic buildings, and celebrates Williamson County’s unique artistic talent!
The first Friday of each month, the Downtown Franklin Association presents the Franklin Art Scene, which includes dozens of sites dispersed through an area thriving with spots listed on the National Register of Historic Places in downtown Franklin. The free event celebrates Williamson County’s local craftsmanship, and provides both the novice and the art connoisseur an opportunity to see a sweeping variety of magnificent work–from blown glass to turned wood to mixed media and more.
Many of the galleries and working studios serve complimentary refreshments during the evening, and some offer live music.
Art crawl guests may begin at any participating location on the map: Free trolley rides, provided by Williamson Source, circulate among all the stops, and patrons can jump on and off at will from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come be seen at the Scene!
For more information please visit Franklin Art Scene

BBB Songwriter's Night
2019-05-03 17:30
Join BBB for a fun evening of food, drinks, auctions, and music –all while supporting a great cause! All proceeds from the event benefit BBB’s Integrity Foundation, which supports ethical business, personal integrity, and smart consumerism.
BBB’s Songwriters Night, sponsored by Dalamar Homes and Firestone Complete Auto, is a spirited musical event that spotlights the importance of integrity in the music industry.
Enjoy delicious food from The Puffy Muffin, spirit tastings from Prichard’s Distillery, a live and silent auction filled with great items, and stage performances from three renowned songwriters, Wynn Varble (The Official Page), Lee Thomas Miller and Aaron Raitiere.

Nashville Public Library Foundation’s Picnic with the Library
2019-04-28 16:00 - 19:00
In support of NPL’s Children’s Programming, the Picnic with the Library offers families anafternoon of picnic-style food, drinks, fun and entertainment in the beautiful Robinson Courtyardand Children’s Department at the Main Library. Activities include exclusive puppet performances by Wishing Chair Productions, music, crafts, face painting, a photo booth and more.
