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September 2017
The Black Lillies
The Black Lillies are a band for the ages: rich, rootsy tunes performed with as much heart as technical virtuosity. If you ask them, they’ll tell you they play “Tennessee music” - combining strains of swampy Memphis soul and blues with Nashville’s classic country and East Tennessee’s traditional Appalachian style - while Rolling Stone describes it as “country music with a soul-rock infusion, supported by bandleader Cruz Contreras' smart songwriting and tight musicianship.” Either way, it’s music that stirs your…
Find out more »Dog Day Festival
On Saturday, September 16th, the Nashville Humane Association hosts their Mutt Strut 5K Run/Walk event starting at 9am, followed by the Dog Day Festival running from 10am to 4pm. It's all happening at Centennial Park / Parthenon Lawn, 2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN. People and Pooches alike are encouraged to enter Mutt Strut to raise funds in support of NHA with a $30 advance registration available through Sept. 15th. Day of registration is available for $35 (adult) or $20…
Find out more »Lotz House Hosts Two-Part Symposium
LOTZ HOUSE HOSTS TWO-PART SYMPOSIUM ON SEPT. 16 Topics include “The Forgotten Battle of Franklin – Dec. 17, 1864” and “10,000 Secrets Unearthed” FRANKLIN, TN. – The Lotz House announced the Civil War house museum will host a two-part symposium reflecting on the “Forgotten Battle of Franklin - Dec. 17, 1864,” as well as the “10,000 Secrets Unearthed,” the largest caches of Confederate bullets ever unearthed in Middle Tennessee. Lotz House Executive Director J.T. Thompson said, “We’re excited to bring…
Find out more »The Battle of Franklin
Studio Tenn – The Battle of Franklin – A Tale of a House Divided September 7 – 22, 2017 Audiences can’t get enough! “The Battle of Franklin” is back by popular demand! Making its triumphant return to the stage, “The Battle of Franklin” chronicles the story of Tod Carter. This tale of the struggle between father and son, between master and slave, between North and South, is told beautifully through the power of music and drama. Taking place in the town…
Find out more »Heritage Ball
The Heritage Ball will begin at 6pm with cocktails and a silent auction, followed at 7:45 by dinner, a live auction, and dancing until midnight. For over four decades, the Heritage Ball has helped support the revitalization and historic preservation of Downtown Franklin and Williamson County. The longest running black tie affair in Williamson County has become a tradition within families, friends and businesses who appreciate the work of the Foundation and a lovely evening under the stars. Producing the…
Find out more »EMS Nite Lites
Saturday, September 16th Fairview Recreation Complex 2714 Fairview Blvd. Fairview, TN 37062 Experience the sights and sounds of police cars, ambulances, fire trucks and other emergency service vehicles at this FREE event. Have a ball in the bounce house, jam out with the music, take home a craft or grab a snack from one of the food trucks!
Find out more »Ed Asner: A Man & His Prostate
Ed Asner: A Man & His Prostate - The Franklin Theatre A compelling comedy stage-play and true life experience of hilarious magnitude, starring Ed Asner and written by Emmy Award Winner Ed Weinberger. Based on a true-life experience, a man discovers his inner self in more ways than one. A near tragedy is masterfully transformed into a one-man comedy, perfectly portrayed by Ed Asner in his hilarious visit to the hospital in preparation for surgery he doesn’t want. The…
Find out more »The Battle of Franklin
Studio Tenn – The Battle of Franklin – A Tale of a House Divided September 7 – 22, 2017 Audiences can’t get enough! “The Battle of Franklin” is back by popular demand! Making its triumphant return to the stage, “The Battle of Franklin” chronicles the story of Tod Carter. This tale of the struggle between father and son, between master and slave, between North and South, is told beautifully through the power of music and drama. Taking place in the town…
Find out more »Constitution Week September 17 – 23
CELEBRATE THE FOUNDATION OF AMERICA DAR Promotes Constitution Week There are two documents of paramount importance to American history: the Declaration of Independence, which forged our national identity, and the United States Constitution, which set forth the framework for the federal government that is still in use today. While Independence Day is a beloved national holiday, fewer people know about Constitution Week, an annual commemoration of the living document that upholds and protects the freedoms central to our American way…
Find out more »The Isaacs – Christmas Show
Downtown Franklin, TN Events The Franklin Theatre - The Isaacs Christmas Show The Isaacs, a multi-award winning family group who began singing 35 years ago are based out of Hendersonville, TN. The vocalists are mother Lily Isaacs, and siblings Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman. Playing their own acoustic instruments and joined by other band members, The Isaacs have a unique style that blends tight, family harmony with contemporary acoustic instrumentation that appeals to a variety of…
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