The City of Franklin Parks Department unveiled two new additions to Pinkerton Park this week. The first is the culmination of work that was created earlier this year at the first annual Franklin Kids Arts Festival Tennessee. Thirteen students who submitted artwork for the mural were selected. The mural is a compilation of several renderings […]
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#MyFranklinPhoto
Wednesday, Sep 2nd
City of Franklin holds Instagram Contest #MyFranklinPhoto Let’s face it, we take photos of everything on our phones, from gorgeous sunsets to our delicious meals. Plus, we’ve all seen some pretty creative shots on Instagram. What if your next Instagram photo took you and a friend to see some of the biggest names in music? […]
Congrats to the Franklin Fire Chief
Friday, Aug 21st
From the City of Franklin: Franklin Fire Chief Rocky Garzarek has successfully completed the process that awards him the professional designation of “Chief Fire Officer” (CFO). The Commission on Professional Credentialing met recently to officially confer the re-designation upon Garzarek. He is one of only 1,080 CFOs worldwide. The CFO designation program is a voluntary […]
Soar Adventure Tower
Thursday, Aug 13th
SOAR Adventure Tower, an aerial adventure park designed by Germany’s KristallTurm is set to open on August 15 in Franklin, TN. The new attraction in Middle Tennessee features a 50 foot tall, 10,000 square foot aerial adventure with four levels and more than 120 climbing elements that will challenge kids and adults both mentally and […]
Raise the Roofs at Harlinsdale
Wednesday, Aug 5th
More than a dozen restaurants, an acclaimed local songwriter, one-of-a-kind artwork and plenty of equestrian-themed entertainment will greet attendees at the Fourth Annual “Raise the Roofs” on Saturday, August 15th at the Park at Harlinsdale Farm.
Big Backpack Giveaway
Tuesday, Jul 14th
GraceWorks is asking the public to help 2,000 students in Williamson County schools to make the best start possible for the upcoming school year. Supplies are still needed for The Big Backpack Giveaway, scheduled for 4 to 6 p.m. Aug. 1 on the grounds of Liberty Elementary, 600 Liberty Pike. The Giveaway is a complete community event, in […]
Lifetime Achievement Awards
Tuesday, Jul 14th
As part of the ninth annual Franklin Tomorrow Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards and Volunteer Spirit Awards, set for July 22, two Ned Lea Lifetime Achievement Awards will be presented posthumously to the late Tom Murdic and the late Clint Callicott. The awards will be presented at the Franklin Theatre as part of the ninth […]
GraceWorks Ministries
Thursday, Jul 2nd
New board officers are Tom Miller, president; Terry Appenzeller, vice president; Monica Hayes, treasurer; Nancy Baughman, past president; and Tom Hailey, past treasurer. New board members this year are Miller, Appenzeller, Hayes, Jeff Fulmer, Raja O’Brien, Dennis Pompa and Kimberly Matthews. They join other members Tami Harris, Linda Decker, Mark Leuellen, Carolyn Moore, Cheryl Brown […]
Extended Tour
Monday, Jun 29th
The Battle of Franklin Trust will offer an extended tour of the historic Carnton Plantation, to begin July 7, 2015. This special and comprehensive walking tour will include visiting five locations on the property and will focus on some elements of the Battle of Franklin as well as the history of Carnton before, during, and […]
Robert Hicks, author of The New York Times Bestseller The Widow of the South and active preservationist, will sign copies of his famed book during the 40th Annual Heritage Tour, June 6th and 7th. Tour ticket holders can stop by The Masonic Lodge-Hiram Lodge #7–one of the historic properties on the weekend circuit–this Saturday or Sunday […]
Jamba Juice
Tuesday, May 19th
Fruitful Living LLC, the local Jamba Juice franchise partner, today announced their continued expansion with the opening of their third location in Tennessee, in historic downtown Franklin. The new Jamba Juice, located at 504 W. Main Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenue, will open on Saturday, May 23 at 8am. The franchisee’s other Franklin store […]
Out of the Darkness Campus Walks
Tuesday, May 5th
When you walk in the Out of the Darkness Campus Walks, you join the effort with thousands of people to raise awareness and funds that allow AFSP to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss. As the leader in the fight against suicide, and thanks to […]
Franklin Art Scene
Tuesday, Apr 28th
The Franklin Art Scene is back in action Friday, May 1, from 6-9 p.m. Nearly 20 sites will throw open their doors to exhibit fresh, original work by regional artists—many of them local. Ride the Franklin Transit’s Trolley during the evnet. As always, the first-Friday occasion is free and open to the public. To learn more […]
Franklin Battlefield Update
Tuesday, Apr 21st
Reclamation on East Side of Columbia Will Become Part of 20-Acre Downtown Park FRANKLIN, Tenn. – A decade-long effort that began with the demolition of a Pizza Hut on the east side of Columbia Avenue in downtown Franklin, Tennessee is culminating in the removal of a former Domino’s Pizza building next week. Now the public […]
Giving on the Green Golf Tournament
Tuesday, Apr 14th
High Hopes Development Center in Franklin presents its 12th annual Giving on the Green Golf Tournament on May 11, 2015 at Brentwood Country Club. Giving on the Green is one of three major fundraisers held each year benefiting the 501(c)3 non-profit inclusive preschool and clinic. This year’s event begins with a noon shotgun start […]