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Hart Golf Classic
2018-06-11 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
STARS will host its 26th annual Hart Golf Classic on Monday, June 11, at The Golf Club of Tennessee. Golfers will play to raise funds for the organization’s mission to support young people in overcoming social and emotional barriers they face, such as bullying, substance abuse and violence.
The Hart Golf Classic is named in honor of Patricia and Rodes Hart, steadfast and committed supporters of the agency. Patricia, who was recently awarded STARS’ ADAM Award for going the extra mile in the community to promote accepting differences, is a founding board member and encouraged STARS to launch a golf tournament back in 1992.
Entry fees are $200 for a single player and $800 for a foursome. Hole sponsorship is $250; participants have the option to enter a four-person team and sponsor a hole for $1,000.
For more information about STARS and to register for the tournament online, visit starsnashville.org. To learn more about the Hart Golf Classic and sponsorship opportunities, please contact events@starsnashville.org

The Franklin Farmers Market
2018-06-09 08:00 - 13:00, 2018-05-26 08:00 - 13:00 | TN
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

BOFT Lecture on 14th Amendment
2018-06-07 18:00 | TN
BATTLE OF FRANKLIN TRUST TO HOST LECTURE ON 14TH AMENDMENT
“The United States Constitution and Confederate Memory” to occur on Thursday, June 7
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Battle of Franklin Trust will host a lecture on Thursday, June 7 featuring speaker Eric A. Jacobson. Titled “The United States Constitution and Confederate Memory,” the lecture will focus on the 14th Amendment, how it defined American citizenship, as well as the creation of the Confederate Cemetery at Carnton, both of which unfolded simultaneously.
“The lecture series is a way to educate the community about topics that pertain to our country’s history,” said Eric A. Jacobson, author and CEO of The Battle of Franklin Trust. “This lecture will show how the 14th Amendment and the cemetery, both of which had their origins in the immediate post-war era, symbolized America’s struggle to both make sense of and move beyond the Civil War.”
This summer will mark the 150th anniversary of the ratification of the 14th Amendment and the 150th anniversary of the creation of the cemetery occurred recently. Both unfolded during what is known as the Reconstruction era.
The lecture will take place at The Fleming Center at Carnton, located at 1345 Eastern Flank Circle. The event begins at 6 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Attendees will also receive a ticket for a free Classic House Tour of Carnton to be redeemed at a later date.
Reservations are required due to limited seating. Contact jayde@boft.org or (615) 794-0903. The lecture will last approximately 45 minutes and will be followed by a Q & A. For more information about this lecture series, visit www.boft.org.
About The Battle of Franklin Trust
The Battle of Franklin Trust is a 501(c)3 management corporation acting on behalf of Franklin’s battlefield sites to contribute to visitors’ understanding of the Nov. 30, 1864 Battle of Franklin. The Trust is organized for the charitable and educational purposes of preserving, restoring, maintaining and interpreting the properties, artifacts and documents related to the battle to preserve this important part of the nation’s history.

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Brentwood Farmers Market
2018-06-07 16:00 - 19:00 | TN
Local Farmers Market in Brentwood, TN
The Brentwood Farmer’s Market is open every Thursday from 4:00-7:00 pm, June 7th through August 30th. CityPark Brentwood is located at the intersection of Franklin Road and Executive Center Drive, and the Brentwood Farmer’s Market will be held on the greenspace in front of the Mooreland Mansion. The Brentwood Farmers Market is a “producer only” market, meaning all goods sold must be grown, baked or made by the merchant. Most merchants are local to Middle Tennessee. For more information, please visit https://www.facebook.com/cityparkbrentwood/.
Boyle Investment Company owns and operates CityPark Brentwood. Boyle is sponsoring the weekly, seasonal farmers market on the property as a way to provide the Brentwood community with convenient access to high quality, locally produced goods in a relaxed, friendly and fun environment. For vendor applications, please email farmersmarketbrentwood@gmail.com.
About CityPark
CityPark is a vibrant, pedestrian friendly mixed-use community located in the central business and retail district of Brentwood, Tennessee. The 33-acre CityPark is comprised of 500,000 square feet of office space, 40,000 square feet of retail and restaurant amenities, and a 126-room Hilton Garden Inn hotel. The property is strategically situated on Franklin Road, for optimal access and visibility.
About Boyle Nashville
Boyle Investment Company is committed to creating engaging, sustainable mixed-use commercial and residential communities with a conservative approach and commitment to quality. Boyle provides on-site leasing, management, and development services at CityPark Brentwood. www.boyle.com

Berry Farms Farmers Market
2018-06-05 16:00 - 19:00, 2018-05-29 16:00 - 19:00 | TN
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.

Westhaven Songwriter Night with Byron Hill and Roxie Dean
2018-06-03 18:30 | TN
Byron Hill is from Winston-Salem, NC. He moved to Nashville and signed his first publishing deal in 1978. Byron’s songs have generated more than 700 recordings, and have been released on ninety-one industry certified Gold and Platinum albums and singles. His songs have earned ten ASCAP awards, thirty-four U.S. and Canadian top-ten chart hits, and have become hits in many other worldwide markets. His recorded catalog spans four decades and includes songs recorded by Ray Charles, Alabama, George Strait, Connie Britton & Charles Esten (from the Nashvilleseries on CMT), Jason Aldean, Mark Chesnutt, Kenny Rogers, Don Williams, John Michael Montgomery, Anne Murray, Juice Newton, Joe Nichols, Randy Travis, Keith Whitley, Gary Allan, Rhonda Vincent, Johnny Lee, Toby Keith, Reba McEntire, Sammy Kershaw, Conway Twitty, The Oak Ridge Boys, Mo Pitney, and many others. Byron is a 2015 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame nominee
ROXIE DEAN, is a Baton Rouge, LA, native with a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism from Louisiana State University. She landed her first publishing deal in 1997 thus beginning her professional career as a songwriter. Since then, her songs have been recorded by Reba McEntire, Lee Ann Womack, Faith Hill, Jamie O’Neal, Sara Evans, Trace Adkins, Tracy Lawrence, Chely Wright, Lorrie Morgan, and countless others. She has written chart-topping singles such as Lee Ann Womack’s “Why They Call It Falling,” Reba McEntire’s “My Sister,” Tracy Lawrence’s “Lonely,” as well as Jamie O’Neal’s “When I Think About Angels” which was Roxie’s first #1 single, and was nominated for a Grammy. In 2001, Roxie signed with DreamWorks Records but due to a company merger, the project was never released. Roxie then focused her energy on an independent project recording and releasing Ms. America on Valhalla Records. The album includes “A Soldier’s Wife” honoring the unsung heroes of the war.
To purchase tickets and for more information – see website.

Hammers & High Heels
2018-06-02 18:30 - 23:30 | TN
Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury will host their annual Hammers & High Heels event on June 2nd at The Factory in Franklin.
This festive evening will include:

Cocktail Reception from Gray’s on Main and H Clark Distillery
Silent & Live Auction
Gourmet Dinner Buffet
Dancing with music by RubiksGroove

Each year more than 10,000 women join construction teams nationwide during The National Women Build, raising their hammers to help build affordable housing in their own communities. In April, Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury will kick off its ninth annual Women Build. Funds raised from sponsors, individual donors, and the Hammers & High Heels event help raise the $70,000 for the cost of “bricks and sticks” to build the home, covering everything from the foundation to the kitchen sink.
More than 300 volunteers will come together during the seven-week build, putting in 2,400+ labor hours to make the dream of homeownership a reality for a single mother in need.
Friends and businesses have the opportunity to support their local Habitat’s Women Build and the Hammers & High Heels event through a range of sponsorship opportunities. For more information, contact Jennee Galland at jgalland@hfhwm.org or615-550-5617.
For tickets and more information, please contact www.HFHWM.org or 615.550.5617.

Tennessee vs. Kentucky State Challenge Cup
2018-06-02 16:00 - 20:00 | TN
Join Franklin Polo Academy on Saturday, June 2 at the State Challenge Cup at Harlinsdale Farm for a thrilling polo match between Tennessee and Kentucky! Live commentary, two back-to-back matches, music, food/drinks, kids activities, half-time challenges, vendors, and more! Gates open at 4:00PM, first match begins at 4:30. Advanced registration is required for VIP Cabanas. Fun for all ages!
$10 General Admission | $200 VIP Cabana for 10 guests | Kids 10 & under get in free
For more information:
615-800-2268 or
email info@franklinpolo.com

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30th Annual Music Country Grand Prix
2018-06-02 14:30 | TN
The Music Country Grand Prix presented by Tractor Supply Company
A premier equestrian show jumping competition featuring top riders and horses from across the nation benefitting Saddle Up!
Join us June 2, 2018, for the 30th Annual Music Country Grand Prix at Brownland Farm in Franklin, Tennessee. Benefiting Saddle Up! The Music Country Grand Prix is a premier equestrian jumping competition featuring top riders and horses from across the nation competing for a $50,000 prize. Since its inception, this event has raised more than $1,600,000 to support Saddle Up!

Beer Quest
2018-06-02 10:00 - 18:00 | TN
Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary – Beer Quest – Brentwood, TN Events
The event is for 21 or Older
Join Jackalope Brewing Company and Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary for the Beer Quest II, a two-hour hike around Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary’s trails.
Using a map OR GPS, hikers will navigate a 3-mile route, where you’ll collect tokens along your quest. Tokens are redeemed at the end of your quest for a sampling of beers provided by Jackalope Brewing Company and food.
Food will be provided by Fly Boys Nashville, a unique WWII-themed Nashville food truck serving up a bit of the past with South Pacific flair AND new this year, The Love Bus Food Truck serving up nothing but the best BBQ Fusion in Nashville and the surrounding area! Food is included in the ticket price.
Must be 21 or older. Photo ID required at check-in.
Must be 21 or Older

Saturday, June 2, 2018
Quest 1: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Quest 2: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Quest 3: 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee
2018-06-02 10:00 - 15:00 | TN
4th Annual Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee – Saturday, June 2, 2018 – Hosted by City of Franklin, TN – Municipal Government
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. 2018 Fine Exhibit Application. Deadline to submit will be May 21st, 2018.
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. 2018 Performance Application. Deadline to submit will be May 21st, 2018.
Art Interactive Stops 2018
With thanks to the Tennessee Arts Commission, ‘Arts Build Communities Grant’ there will be two unique interactive art stops at this years festival. This grant will allow us to bring in professional artists who will lead collaborative hands-on workshops for kids and their parents to experience the artists’ artmaking processes first hand.
Nick Satinover, a printmaker who will be running an etching press – Kids will be able to learn and experiment with the printmaking process first hand from this amazing artist.
Meaghan Brady Nelson, a painter, will be running an interactive mural at the festival. Please be sure to have your kids stop by so they can make their permanent mark as an artist at Pinkerton Park.
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. 2018 Handcrafted Art Sale Application. Each vendor must provide their own set up.
For more information, please see website.

New Preservation Directions Symposium
2018-06-02 08:30 - 15:30 | TN
The Heritage Foundation & Renasant Bank present the New Preservation Directions Symposium!
The New Preservation Directions symposium will feature 3 speakers who draw from their own experiences to discuss the economic impact of historic preservation and how it can be used to explore the unique stories of different communities.
Featured Speakers

Keynote: Matthew Webster, Director of Architectural Preservation & Research at Colonial Williamsburg
Opening Remarks: E. Patrick McIntyre, Jr., Executive Director and State Historic Preservation Officer, Tennessee Historical Commission
Robert A. Leath, Chief Curator & Vice-President of Collections & Research, Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts
Chris Ohrstrom, Co-Founder & Co-Owner of Adelphi Paperhangings, and a trustee & former chairman of World Monuments Fund

To find out more info or to register, click here

The Franklin Farmers Market
2018-06-02 08:00 - 13:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States

Franklin Art Scene - Downtown Franklin, TN
2018-06-01 18:00 - 21:00 | TN
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

Gary Puckett and The Union Gap
2018-05-31 20:00 | TN
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live

One of the most successful musical groups of the sixties, Gary Puckett and The Union Gap achieved worldwide prominence with six consecutive gold records and with more records selling in 1968 than any other recording act … including the Beatles. Signature hits include, “Young Girl,” “Woman Woman,” “Lady Willpower” and “Over You.” Their “Greatest Hits” album is one of CBS’s best-selling “Collector’s Series” albums today. Puckett, know n for his powerful and unmistakable voice, is one of a few artists whose first five releases went Gold. Not even Elvis accomplished this.

Saturday Night Live Art
2018-05-30 18:00 - 21:00 | TN
On the last Saturday of every month Ansbach Artisans hosts Saturday Night Live Art from 6-9pm. Meet, watch, learn, and collaborate with local artists as they paint, sketch, sculpt, etc. while listening to local musicians playing smooth jazz. Mix & mingle. Family friendly. Refreshments provided. These special events are FREE and open to the public.

Tennessee Renaissance Festival
2018-05-28 10:00 - 18:00, 2018-05-26 10:00 - 2018-05-27 18:00 | TN
Travel back to 16th Century England. Our Village of Covington Glen comes alive with the bustle of a Renaissance Marketplace. Over 60 skilled Artisans from all over the country display their wares from silks to swords; from gems to jewels. Flavors, aromas and tastes of specialty foods and drinks greet the festival-goer. Hear the sounds of Renaissance musicians and merrymakers as they echo through the trees. Color, movement, and peals of laughter welcome those who thrill to the challenges of Games of Skill and Man-Powered Rides.
2018 Running Dates
May 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, plus Memorial Day May 28
Hours: 10am – 6:00pm
Location:
Located off Highway 96 between the towns of Franklin and Murfreesboro, the Tennessee Renaissance Festival is easily accessible from I-24, I-65, and I-840, just 25 miles south of Nashville. The festival address is 2124 New Castle Road, Arrington, TN, 37014

Memorial Day at Timberland Park
2018-05-28 09:30 | TN
May 28 at Timberland Park – Free Family Activities
Williamson County Parks and Recreation invites you to celebrate Memorial Day at Timberland Park with free family activities. Bring the family, and visit Timberland Park on the historic Natchez Trace Pkwy. for four FREE programs: 9:30 a.m.-guided hike (1.5 miles over some strenuous terrain); 1:00 p.m.-edible plants walk and presentation; 3:00 p.m.-animal pelts; 4:15 p.m.-owl pellet dissection and discussion. Park admission and Memorial Day events are free and weather permitting.
Timberland Park is located at mile marker 437.2 on the historic Natchez Trace Parkway, south of the Highway 96 entrance. The rustic wooded preserve has a staffed, 2000-square-foot interpretive center and trails for hiking, bird watching and wildlife observation. Open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. For more information about the Earth Day events call (615) 232-4154.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization, here to benefit the community. Anyone may register for and participate in the department’s programs, teams, classes and events. For program registration, pass purchasing or additional information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com. You may also receive department information by “liking” Williamson County Parks and Recreation on Facebook; following us on Twitter at @wc_parksandrec or Instagram at @willcoparksandrec or on Pinterest or YouTube.

Grease
2018-05-27 14:00 | TN
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Sunday May 27 at 2 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Lorrie Morgan
2018-05-26 20:00 | TN
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live

Lorrie Morgan, the first woman in her genre to begin her career with three consecutive Platinum albums, re-emerges on Shanachie Entertainment with Letting Go….Slow. It is a collection that showcases a rainbow of emotions, from darkest heartache to bright, shiny humor.

Please see The Franklin Theatre for more information.

Grease
2018-05-26 14:00 - 19:00 | TN
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Saturday May 26 at 2 p.m.
Saturday May 26 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Movie in the Park & Concert Kick Off
2018-05-25 18:00 | TN
Movie in the Park and Concert Kick off Memorial Day Weekend
Brentwood is kicking off the “unofficial start to summer” on Friday May 25 with a Movie in the Park. Disney’s Coco will be shown on a big screen starting just after sunset around 8pm at the Eddy Arnold Amphitheatre in Crockett Park located on Volunteer Parkway. Food trucks will arrive at 6pm and serve pizza, ice cream and shaved ice. Local Latin artist, Alison Brazil, will also perform live music prior to the movie. The Brentwood Summer Concert Series begins Sunday, May 27 at 7 p.m.
The 2018 band lineup includes:

May 27 Rubik’s Groove
June 3The WannaBeatles
June 1012 South
June 17The South Street Players
June 24Dangerous Dan & The Funk Town Horns
July 4th The Kadillacs & Fireworks at 9pm
August 5Nashville Yacht Club

For more information please visit the City of Brentwood, TN website.

Rock the House Music Jam 2018
2018-05-25 19:30 | TN
Rock the House Music Jam 2018 – The Franklin Theatre

Join Davis House Child Advocacy Center for a great night of music and storytelling to help raise money and awareness in the fight against child abuse in your community, featuring hit songwriters Lee Thomas Miller, Bobby Pinson, Heather Morgan and Bobby Bones.

Visit The Franklin Theatre for more information and to purchase tickets.

Grease
2018-05-25 19:00 | TN
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Friday May 25 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Music City Jazz Festival
2018-05-25 17:00 - 2018-05-26 19:00 | TN
Music City Jazz Festival is more than an outdoor concert, it’s an event! It’s a place to people-watch, eat, drink, mingle, relax soak in the rays, and of course hear some of the coolest music performed by national recording smooth jazz artist. The Jazz Festival will feature classy veterans who have set the standard to young lions taking the jazz scene by storm, all capturing the spirit of smooth jazz that knows no boundaries in exhilarating, intimate performances.
To purchase tickets and for more information see website.

Grease
2018-05-24 19:00 | TN
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. Studio Tenn brings the too-cool-for-school “T-Birds” and smoking hot “Pink Ladies” to the Jamison Theatre, paying tribute to a cult classic that has influenced every generation. A show immersed in bright lights, big colors and a showcase of songs that are sure to rock the jukebox, Grease adds the perfect amount of lighthearted laughter to balance the scales of the Studio Tenn season. This rocking musical paying homage to the fifties will take audiences back to a time of drive-in movies, malted milk shakes and the age-old desire to be rebellious. So put on your poodle skirts, grab your saddle shoes and join Studio Tenn in this 2017-2018 season finale where Grease is always the word!
Thursday May 24 at 7 p.m.
MAY 10 — 27, 2018
See website for all dates and times.

Leiper's Fork Farmer's Market
2018-05-24 15:30 - 18:30 | TN
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.
