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September 2018
40th Annual Franklin Classic
Presented by Tivity Health, the 40th Annual Franklin Classic is set for Labor Day morning (Monday, Sept. 3) on the Public Square in Franklin, offering 5K and 10K races open to anyone regardless of age or skill level, as well as a 1K Fun Run for kids. The Franklin Classic takes place in the heart of downtown Franklin, TN, every Labor Day. Mark your calendars for this family-friendly, fun event! The FunZone will be bigger than before with lots of fun activities…
Find out more »POKEY LAFARGE
Over the last decade, Pokey has won the hearts of music lovers across the globe with his creative mix of early jazz, string ragtime, country blues and western swing. Moving quickly from breakthrough artist to leading musical figure, he’s earned two consecutive Independent Music Awards for Best Americana Album (Riverboat Soul and Middle of Everywhere). In 2013, he signed with Jack White’s Third Man Records to release his fifth full-length album, Pokey LaFarge, and last year released his latest work, Manic Revelations, revealing his…
Find out more »AUDITIONS ONLY – “A Charlie Brown Christmas”
AUDITIONS ONLY - Source One Five’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” Franklin’s newest creative community, Source One Five, is thrilled to open their auditions for their inaugural production, A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS! The classic animated special A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation, in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang discover the true meaning of Christmas! Looking for actors ages 10-18. Auditions will be held Sept 7 & 8 at The…
Find out more »AUDITIONS ONLY – “A Charlie Brown Christmas”
AUDITIONS ONLY - Source One Five’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” Franklin’s newest creative community, Source One Five, is thrilled to open their auditions for their inaugural production, A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS! The classic animated special A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation, in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang discover the true meaning of Christmas! Looking for actors ages 10-18. Auditions will be held Sept 7 & 8 at The…
Find out more »Chukkers for Charity
The 22nd annual Chukkers for Charity polo match will take place on Sept. 8 at Riverview Farm. Nissan’s Chukkers for Charity returns on Saturday, Sept. 8 for the 22nd annual polo match and car show held in Franklin, Tenn. This year’s theme, “Diamonds and Divots,” will celebrate an afternoon of polo featuring all female polo players for the first time. Chukkers for Charity raises funds for Rochelle Center and Saddle Up! and has raised $2.1 million over the last 21…
Find out more »Concert 4 the Cure
The Concert 4 the Cure is a fundraising event that is held annually in the Westhaven community in Franklin, TN. Concert Proceeds from the Concert 4 the Cure will fund discovery grants at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Discovery grants provide seed funding for cancer researchers to pursue bold ideas in the lab that can lead to breakthrough discoveries in the fight against cancer. Findings from preliminary research supported by these grants are essential to obtain funding from the National…
Find out more »Franklin Improv All-Stars
Franklin Tennessee is known for many amazing things; as America’s favorite small town, for its music, historic sites, and for great shopping. Now add a unique new entertainment event- the Franklin Improv All-Stars! Enjoy a night of razor-sharp wit, instantly created songs, celebrity impersonations, slapstick and more! Instead of staying at home watching reruns of Whose Line or Saturday Night Live, be a part of live interactive theater by shouting out wild and weird suggestions. Everything on stage will be…
Find out more »MIKE FARRIS & THE FORTUNATE FEW
Mike Farris brings audiences to their feet with his spirited, soul-gospel fusion of music. It’s in the quiet moments sprinkled deftly throughout his new album, SILVER AND STONE, that Mike Farris reveals a previously hidden side of his singular instrument. His voice, widely known for its power and range, becomes a vessel for something more subtle but infinitely more rare and challenging to capture—the pure, authentic nature of returning to your roots. Musically, the album delves deep into Farris' background with a wide…
Find out more »The Sunday Market
On Sunday, September 9th, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, The Sunday Market will come to the Shed at Southeast side of The Factory at Franklin. It will feature handmade goods designed by local artisans as well as high-quality vintage finds. Market admission is free, but guests are encouraged to learn about and support the community-focused non-profit highlighted each time. This free event is a great way to Create Community Together. Five times a year we gather local makers and…
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