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Williamson County Fair
2017-08-10 18:00 - 22:00, 2017-08-09 18:00 - 22:00, 2017-08-08 18:00 - 22:00, 2017-08-07 18:00 - 22:00, 2017-08-06 12:00 - 22:00, 2017-08-05 10:00 - 22:00, 2017-08-04 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
Williamson County Fair – Franklin, TN
The 2017 Williamson County Fair will be held August 4th through 12th at the Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin, Tennessee 37064.

FAIR HOURS
Monday – Thursday
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
(Midway closes at 11:00 p.m.)
Friday
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
(Midway closes at 12:00 midnight)
Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
(Midway closes at 12:00 midnight)
Sunday
12:00 noon – 10:00 p.m.
(Midway closes at 11:00 p.m.)
The Williamson County Fair has an air conditioned building packed full of cool vendor booths, cool food and cool free entertainment! The fairgrounds also feature “misting fans” located throughout the midway. You can get a quick, cool “mist” between rides, outdoor shows and as you stroll the midways!

Brightstone Bowlability
2017-08-07 17:00 - 2017-08-08 21:30 | Franklin Family Entertainment Center, 1200 Lakeview Dr., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
We invite you, your family, friends, and coworkers of ALL abilities to join us for for a fun-filled two days supporting adults with intellectual and developmental challenges in our community.

Southern Whiskey Society
2017-08-05 18:00 - 21:00 | TN
Made South Presents 1st Annual Southern Whiskey Society

Sample delicious whiskeys from 30+ different distillers from all over the South and enjoy Southern food tastings presented by Eat Y’all.
See website for tickets and more information.

LOCATION

Liberty Hall inside The Factory
230 Franklin Road
Franklin, TN 37064

The Big Backpack Giveaway
2017-08-05 11:00 - 15:00 | TN
GraceWorks is asking the public to help 2,400 students in Williamson County schools to make the best start possible for the upcoming school year.
On Aug. 5, GraceWorks, in collaboration with other groups and agencies, will distribute backpacks filled with school supplies at the 2017 Big Backpack Giveaway to help students in need.
Still needed are 1-to-2-inch three-ring binders and composition books. Cash donations are also welcome and will allow organizers to purchase required supplies that have not been donated.
The Big Backpack Giveaway will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Liberty Elementary, 600 Liberty Pike, and will include music, food and fun for the entire family. Children are required to be present to receive backpacks.
Supplies can be dropped off at GraceWorks by July 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Cash donations can be sent to GraceWorks Ministries, 104 Southeast Parkway, Franklin, TN 37064. Please put “backpacks” in the subject line of checks. You may also donate online quickly and securely by clicking the DONATE button at www.graceworksministries.net. Please choose the backpack option for your donation.
Volunteers are also needed to help during this event. Those interested can visit signup.com/go/xMEjSun to sign up.

Tab Benoit
2017-08-04 20:00 | TN
The Franklin Theatre – Tab Benoit
Tab Benoit is Louisiana’s No. 1 roots export, a guitarist and singer/songwriter recognized for his award-winning delivery of the Delta Blues.
See website for more information.

Family Beach Bash at Franklin Splash Park and Pool
2017-08-04 18:30 - 21:00 | TN
Hang out on shore or take a plunge with the mermaid, but watch out for pirates at the Family Beach Bash pool party, Friday, August 4 at the Franklin Recreation Complex. For one night only, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., the outdoor pool deck and new splash park will become a tropical oasis with dancing, games, and contests. There will be plenty of wet and wild pool games, plus dry games for the beach bums! If you get hungry, concessions will be on sale (cash only). This event is open to the public. Regular general admission fees apply: $4 for adults (18-54), $2 for seniors (ages 55 and older) and youth (ages 4-17). Children ages 3 and younger are admitted free. WCPR premium passes include admission to outdoor pools. No rafts or floats, please; pool noodles are allowed. All children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult over 18. To prepare for the bash, the pool and splash park be closed from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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.

Knee-High Naturalist: Fairyland – Parent & Kids Age 3-5
2017-08-01 10:00 - 2017-08-02 11:30 | TN
Family Events and Things to Do with Kids in Brentwood, TN

Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary – Knee-High Naturalist: Fairyland – Parent & Kids Age 3-5
Tuesday, August 1 & Wednesday, August 2, 2017
10am – 11:30am
Cost: $10 one adult + one child / $7 each additional person
Bring your imagination for this program! Children will build houses for the “fairies” that live in the forest using natural materials found. Gnome Depot will be open to purchase additional supplies.
Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/erf/event/782240/

Sunset Concert Series
2017-07-30 17:00 | TN
Sunset Concert Series – Carnton Plantation – Franklin, TN
July 30, 2017
Featuring Resurrection – a Journey Tribute
Carnton Plantation serves as a unique venue for friends and families to relax on the lawn and listen to some of area’s most talented musicians. The gates open at 5:00 P.M. and the music lasts from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children (6-12) and may be purchased either in advance or at the door. Guests are welcome to pack picnic dinners or take advantage of on-site food and beverage vendors. Check back soon for more information!

Williamson County Community Band - Free Concert
2017-07-30 15:00 | TN
Family Events in Franklin, TN

The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department presents a free afternoon concert by the Williamson County Community Band on Sunday, July 30 at 3:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN. Admission is free to this family event. The near 60 member band is made up of local amateur and professional musicians ranging in age from 11 to 90+ and is under the direction of Randall Frame. For more information about concerts or joining the Williamson County Community Band, please contact Janey Mason with Williamson County Parks and Recreation at (615) 302-0971, ext. 2216.
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.

Music in the Meadow
2017-07-29 17:30 - 21:00 | TN
Family Events in Brentwood, TN

Music in the Meadow: Colin Elmore & the Danville Train – All Ages
Saturday, July 29, 2017
5:30pm – 9pm
$20 / person ; $75 / carload (up to 6 /vehicle)
We have some great performances lined up this summer so pack a picnic, gather friends and family, and head on over to Owl’s Hill for an evening of fun, friends and music. Arrive early to stake out the perfect picnic spot, meet Owl’s Hill’s non-releasable live owls and go for a hike!
Gates open at 5:30 pm for picnics, hikes and meeting the owls; Music starts at 7:00 pm
Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/erf/event/781856/

Franklin Hot Air Balloon Festival
2017-07-29 16:00 - 20:30 | TN
The Franklin Hot Air Balloon Festival – Franklin, TN
The second annual Franklin Hot Air Balloon Festival – Rescheduled to Saturday July 29th – is located in the beautiful Westhaven community in Franklin, TN. This year’s event will include live music, a Kids zone, VIP tent, Beer Tent, Food trucks, Craft vendors and a spectacular Hot Air Balloon Glow at dusk by the community lake.

The Kingston Trio
2017-07-29 16:00 - 20:00 | TN
The Franklin Theatre – The Kingston Trio
The Kingston Trio is one of the few groups today that has survived the many changes in the world of music. They have remained consistent in their sound, which probably explains their resurgence in popularity over the last few years.

MAFIAoZA’s Music City Brewer’s Fest - Nashville
2017-07-29 12:00 - 22:00 | TN
Now in its 16th year, MAFIAoZA’s Music City Brewer’s Fest has been named one of the top 8 summer beer festivals by GAC. The festival will take place on July 29, 2017 at the Music City Walk of Fame Park, in Nashville, TN. The event has two main sessions: an afternoon session from 12 PM to 4 PM and an evening session from 6 PM to 10 PM. Come join us and enjoy samples from some of the finest breweries!
All attendees MUST be 21 or older, IDs will be checked at the gate. Sorry no children.
2017 Charity Partner: Second Harvest
Second Harvest has a network of over 450 Partner Agencies working together to feed hungry men, women and children throughout our 46-county service area. Second Harvest collects, sorts and distributes food and personal care products to over 450 partner agencies throughout 46 Middle and West Tennessee counties. Second Harvest’s partner agencies include food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, foster care facilities, senior centers, group homes and youth enrichment programs.

Grandparents & Grandkids Event
2017-07-28 11:00 - 14:00 | TN
Williamson County Parks and Recreation – Grandparents & Grandkids Event at the Enrichment Center

Grandparents and grandkids (age 4 and older) are invited to a fun play day together on Friday, July 28 at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. This event is open to the public.
Grandparents & Grandkids play day is from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and there will be group games (indoor and outdoor) plus lunch and plenty of prizes. The cost is $10 per senior and $5 per grandchild. To make reservations, go to on-line registration at www.cparksandrec.com (event #9727) before July 25. Cost includes lunch.
Date: July 28
Time: 11am-2pm
Cost: $10 per senior; $5 per grandchild

Franklin Tomorrow Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards
2017-07-26 19:00 | TN
Franklin Tomorrow’s 11th annual Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards recognize the “Stars of Our Community” for the good works they do for area nonprofits and organizations. Awards are given in the categories of Volunteer Spirit, Youth Initiative, Civic Group, Corporate Team, Corporate Individual, with top award of the night being the Anne T. Rutherford Exemplary Community Volunteer Award.

Franklin Tomorrow also presents the Business Legacy Award to honor an individual or individuals who have made a deep impact on our community through their philanthropy.

Each recipient receives a cash prize to be donated to the nonprofit of their choice.

Ticketholders are invited to attend a pre-event reception at FirstBank at Five Points in downtown Franklin, TN, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The reception will end at 6:30 p.m. and the ceremony will begin at the Theatre at 7 p.m.

Partnering with Franklin Tomorrow this year to present the awards are FirstBank, Williamson Medical Center, Buerger Moseley Carson, and PARKS Realty. Additional partners include The TMA Group and Signs First, Franklin Lion Clubs, Supporters are 61st District State Rep. Charles Sargent, 63rd District State Rep. Glen Casada, 65th District State Rep. Sam Whitson, 23rd District State Sen. Jack Johnson, Ernie & Nell Bacon, Deana Hood, Attorney at Law, District Attorney General Kim Helper, The BBB Integrity Foundation, Ryan Search & Consulting, Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe, and Lipman Brothers.

State of the County
2017-07-26 11:30 - 13:00 | TN
On the heels of a successful year in Williamson County, Mayor Rogers Anderson is set to deliver his eighth annual State of the County address to the business community. Anderson’s speech will give an overview of how the county is performing on economic indicators such as financial health, education, public safety, transportation, job growth and capital investments. Anderson will also provide an update on the county budget for the 2017-18 fiscal year. Be among the first to hear Mayor Anderson’s plan for the upcoming year.

Kids Days - Kids Water Day
2017-07-26 09:30 - 11:30 | TN
City of Franklin, TN – Kids Events
KIDS WATER DAY
July 26, 2017 | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Pinkerton Park
Join us for Kids Water Day at Pinkerton Park for one last hoorah before school starts. Water relays, water gun fights, water slides, and beach balls…this event has all the water fun imaginable! Bring your swimsuit and a beach towel, and we’ll provide the rest. Light snacks will be provided to attendees.
For more information please email parksinfo@franklintn.gov or call 615-794-2103 .

2017 Tennessee Antiquarian Book Fair
2017-07-23 11:00 - 15:00 | TN
The 2017 Tennessee Antiquarian Book Fair will be held July 22-23 at The Factory in Franklin, Tennessee. Booksellers from many states east of the Mississippi River will exhibit at this year’s fair. See partial list below. Price of admission is $10 for Saturday and Sunday. (Admission fees will be refundable with purchase of book).
The fair will include a variety of collectible and rare books, autographed documents, and other ephemera. Bibliophiles will discover modern first editions of literature, mystery, and science fiction. Collectible books and documents concerning the War Between the States, the American Revolution, and both World Wars will be available. Dealers specializing in children’s literature, art, religion, fine bindings, and books about books will also be exhibiting at the fair. Book prices ranging from $10 to $10,000 are sure to pique the interest of the leisure reader as well as the most avid collector.

38th Annual l’Eté du Vin: California Collectibles - Nashville Wine Auction
2017-07-22 17:30 | TN
The Nashville Wine Auction announces the 38th Annual l’Eté du Vin, themed “California Collectibles,” which will take place from July 20-22, 2017. This year’s event is headlined by six California wineries: Schramsberg Vineyards, Davies Vineyards, Hirsch Vineyards, PlumpJack Estate Winery, CADE Estate Winery and Odette Estate Winery and will be celebrated with a series of five events. l’Eté du Vin is the country’s longest-running charity wine auction, at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel. This one-of-a-kind evening celebrates “everything wine” with wine tastings and a gourmet dinner as well as silent and live auctions for unique trips and luxury items. Fritz Hatton of Zachys will return as auctioneer for the fifth year in a row. The Nashville Wine Auction offers its supporters the unbeatable combination of first-class wine experiences while raising millions of dollars to support cancer-fighting organizations in the Middle Tennessee area.
See website for more information.

Bluegrass Along the Harpeth
2017-07-22 10:00 - 22:00 | TN
Bluegrass Along the Harpeth – July 21-22 – Town Square – Franklin, TN
Always held the 4th weekend in July, Bluegrass Along the Harpeth was started in 1991 and has had several homes in Franklin, TN over the years. Most recently it has made it’s home on the town square. The historic backdrop is the perfect place for our weekend of music in honor of Franklin’s own Grand Ole Opry stars Sam and Kirk McGee. This festival is put on and operated by old time musicians and dancers. It’s their love for the music and its preservation that make this festival special and a not-to-be-missed event every year.
July 21st 7pm until 10pm
July 22nd 10am until 10pm

2017 Tennessee Antiquarian Book Fair
2017-07-22 10:00 - 17:00 | TN
Now in our eighth year, the 2017 Tennessee Antiquarian Book Fair will be held July 22-23 at The Factory in Franklin, Tennessee. Booksellers from many states east of the Mississippi River will exhibit at this year’s fair. See partial list below. Price of admission is $10 for Saturday and Sunday. (Admission fees will be refundable with purchase of book).
The fair will include a variety of collectible and rare books, autographed documents, and other ephemera. Bibliophiles will discover modern first editions of literature, mystery, and science fiction. Collectible books and documents concerning the War Between the States, the American Revolution, and both World Wars will be available. Dealers specializing in children’s literature, art, religion, fine bindings, and books about books will also be exhibiting at the fair. Book prices ranging from $10 to $10,000 are sure to pique the interest of the leisure reader as well as the most avid collector.

The Second Story - A Writers Night "Reimagined"
2017-07-21 20:00 | TN
The Franklin Theatre – A Writers Night “Reimagined” featuring Ruby Amanfu, Peter Cooper, Bob DiPiero & Dennis Matkosky.
The Second Story is not a musical group or the name of a new band, but the title of a special evening of songwriter performances and their words and music paired and reimagined in a unique way through the words of an author, poet or playwright. Like many songwriter presentations, our “first story” will be the traditional round of performances and stories behind the songs. Our “second story” is a new concept that will interlace the talents of those songwriters with someone from a seemingly totally different realm of creativity.

Bluegrass Along the Harpeth
2017-07-21 19:00 - 22:00 | TN
Bluegrass Along the Harpeth – July. 21-22 2017 – Town Square – Franklin, TN
Always held the 4th weekend in July, Bluegrass Along the Harpeth was started in 1991 and has had several homes in Franklin, TN over the years. Most recently it has made it’s home on the town square. The historic backdrop is the perfect place for our weekend of music in honor of Franklin’s own Grand Ole Opry stars Sam and Kirk McGee. This festival is put on and operated by old time musicians and dancers. It’s their love for the music and its preservation that make this festival special and a not-to-be-missed event every year.
July 21st 7pm until 10pm
July 22nd 10am until 10pm

Avon Dale
2017-07-21 18:00 | TN
Avon Dale is a blues rock band with a touch of soul Hailing from Memphis, TN. On July 21st, they will be playing at Kimbro’s for the Strings & Rust Tour with special guests, Halcyon. The show starts at 6 PM and costs $5. More info on the band or the tour can be found at www.thebandavondale.com.
