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October 2016
Celebration of Nations
Celebration of Nations - October 8th, 2016 - Historic Downtown Franklin, TN On October 8th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. the Sister Cities of Franklin and Williamson County will present the eighth annual “Celebration of Nations” festival in downtown Franklin, TN. The mission of the Celebration of Nations is to create global and cultural passion, beginning with a personal knowledge and understanding of the interconnectedness of people universally. They believe one way to accomplish this goal is through genuine artistic and…
Find out more »Touch a Truck – Thompson’s Station
“TOUCH A TRUCK” IS SATURDAY Free event tomorrow in Thompson’s Station Williamson County Parks and Recreation’s annual “Touch a Truck” is Saturday, October 8! This free family friendly event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot of Thompson Station Church, 2604 Thompson Station Road and Columbia Pike. Kids of all ages will have the opportunity to look at, climb on and sound all the bells and whistles on nearly 30 different kinds of large…
Find out more »Sunday Polo in the Park
Sunday Polo in the Park October Series in the TSC Arena At Harlinsdale Farm Sunday, October 2 (Nashville vs Louisville) Sunday, October 9 (USA vs S.Africa Rematch) Sunday, October 16 (Nashville vs Memphis) Sunday, October 23 (University of KY Polo Team vs Franklin Polo Academy) Schedule of Events 11:45 AM Gates Open 12:00PM Pre Game Franklin Polo Academy Match/ Polo Demonstration 12:30 PM Match Begins 1:15 PM Half Time Challenge 1:30 PM Second Half 2:15 PM Trophy Presentation Alternating Kids Activities for Sunday Polo in the…
Find out more »Franklin Civil War Round Table
The Franklin Civil War Round Table will present Eric Jacobson, who will speak on “General Wagner at Franklin." The event is free to the public. The Franklin Civil War Round Table is an educational program of Franklin’s Charge, and meets each month at Carnton Plantation's Fleming Center, 1345 Eastern Flank Circle. Please visit website for more information.
Find out more »Mark Wilkinson & Guests
Mark Wilkinson is undoubtedly one of the most captivating acoustic artists to emerge from Australia in recent times. He’s sold out shows right around his home country, as well as in neighboring New Zealand, the U.S., and across Europe and the U.K. He's toured arenas with some of the highest selling artists of all time including Brian Wilson, Chicago, America, and Peter Frampton. He's performed live on television in Germany and The Netherlands, and has been voted the 'Singer/Songwriter Discovery…
Find out more »2016 Hope Grows
The Refuge Center for Counseling 2016 Hope Grows Benefit - October 11, 2016 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm- Jamison Theater Join The Refuge Center for Counseling for Hope Grows, a benefit supporting The Refuge Center for Counseling. The 4th annual fundraising dinner and awards ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, October 11, 2016 from 6-9 p.m. at The Factory at Franklin, Jamison Hall. Please see website for tickets and more information.
Find out more »Marcia Ball Featuring Sarah Potenza
Marcia Ball Featuring Sarah Potenza at The Franklin Theatre The Texas-born, Louisiana-raised musical storyteller has earned worldwide fame for her ability to ignite a full-scale roadhouse rhythm and blues party every time she strolls onto the stage. Her groove-laden New Orleans boogie, deeply soulful ballads and rollicking Gulf Coast blues have made her a one of-a kind favorite with music fans all over the world. For tickets and event information see The Franklin Theatre.
Find out more »Vintners Dinner
Vintners Dinner - Sperry’s Cool Springs and Silver Oak Winery/Twomey Cellars The Vintner’s Dinners offer attendees the opportunity to taste amazing, carefully-selected wines paired with meticulously crafted culinary treats. Each course offers unique insight about the wines from the Vintner's representative and usually an opportunity to ask the chef questions. For more information please visit Franklin Wine Festival Vintners Dinners.
Find out more »Donna The Buffalo
Donna The Buffalo at The Franklin Theatre Original roots music since 1989, infused with elements of cajun, rock, folk, reggae, and country. “Donna The Buffalo is from central New York state, not Louisiana, but this widely loved quintet has woven that joyful, hip-shaking zydeco pulse into the DNA of its sound, and leaders Jeb Puryear and Tara Nevins have wrapped that core vibe with hopeful, mellow lyrics.” --Music City Roots, Craig Havighurst. For more information and tickets see The Franklin…
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