September 9-10, 2017
Saturday’s games: 9:00, 11:00, 1:00, 3:00
Sunday’s games: 12:30, 2:30
12 teams vie for the the Sulpher Dell Cup. Come enjoy America’s favorite pass time, 1860s style! The rules, uniforms, even the music is accurate to the Civil War. This free event takes place in the west field at Carnton Plantation. Free parking is available next to the field. Visit Tennessee Association of Vintage Baseball for more details.
Coed & Women’s Leagues Forming
The Athletics Division of Williamson County Parks and Recreation announces open registration for Fall coed 6’s (Thursday nights, rec or advanced divisions) and women’s 4’s (Sunday afternoons, rec or advanced divisions) indoor volleyball leagues at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road. Registration is now open and will close September 24, or when the divisions are full. The season starts the week of October 1. The team fee is $200; all registration is on-line at www.wcparksandrec.com. For additional information, contact Lance Westbrooks at (615) 790-5792.
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.
Register on September16 for Fall Break class
Get certified as a lifeguard during Fall Break! Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCPR) will offer a Red Cross lifeguard certification class October 11-14 at the Indoor Sports Complex (ISC), 920 Heritage Way in Brentwood.
Registration will begin on Saturday, September 16 at noon (in-person only) at the Aquatics office at the Indoor Sports Complex. Class is limited to 10 people.
The Fall Break training class ($125) will be held Wednesday, October 11 through Saturday, October 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. The course is open to the public, and students must be 15 years of age on or before the final day of the course. For additional information, contact Kristin Pitts at (615) 370-3471, ext. 2122 or KristinP@williamson-tn.org.
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.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce the fourth annual Fins & Feet Aquathlon, a youth swim and run competition on Sunday, August 13, 2017 at the Indoor Sports Complex, 920 Heritage Way in Brentwood, TN. Fins & Feet is for boys and girls ages 6 to 14. Athletes will race according to their age on 8/13/17, and will be divided into three levels: ages 6 to 8, swim 50 meters/run .5 miles; ages 9 to 11, swim 200 meters/run one mile; ages 12 to 14, swim 300 meters/run 1.4 miles. Online registration is now available at www.wcparksandrec.com (event #9819), and the entry fee is $30.
All participants will receive a t-shirt and medal. Awards will be given out to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age division. Pre-registration is required and NO REFUNDS will be issued.
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.
Activities abound for 55+ residents
The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department invites area seniors (55+) to participate in upcoming activities at six locations, including a new senior sports program at the Academy Park Gym, located behind the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright St. in Franklin, TN.
Grandparents and Grandkids Event Day
We have a day of fun planned for grandparents and their grandkids on Friday, July 28 at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave. in Franklin. The fun includes lunch, indoor games, outdoor games and prizes. Registration ends July 25 at www.wcparksandrec.com (#9727). The fee is $10 per senior; $5 per grandchild (must be 4 years old or older). For more information, contact Lindsey Wood at (615) 786-0186, ext. 2519.
Potluck and Bingo
Monthly senior potlucks are a fun way to make new friends in the community. Please bring along a side dish or dessert to share, and we will provide the meat and drinks. After lunch, enjoy a game of bingo with prizes! July potlucks are: Wednesday, August 2 at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave. (#9574); Tuesday, August 8 at the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr. (#9594); and Wednesday, August 16 at the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd. (#9551). Doors open at 11:30 a.m., and lunch begins at noon. The potlucks are free, but registration is required at www.wcparksandrec.com.
Lunch and Learn
Williamson Medical Center staff will keep seniors informed about health issues during Lunch and Learn, Monday, August 21 from 11:00 a.m. to noon at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave. The July topic will be ‘Migraines’. All area seniors are invited to this free event, but pre-registration is required by June 14 at www.wcparksandrec.com (#9577). A light lunch will be served after the presentation.
Bridge Group-Spring Hill
Join the Monday bridge group for seniors at the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr. Play bridge every Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This is a free activity held in the game room. Call Rebecca Fulcher at (615) 302-0971, ext. 2218 to sign up.
Senior Games-Nolensville
Join the fun with other seniors every Thursday from noon to 4:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd. Play cards or games, knit or just chat in the senior activities room. No registration is needed. This is a free activity. Just drop in and meet other area seniors!
Senior Games at new Enrichment Center-Franklin, TN
The new Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. in Franklin has a number of ongoing games and activities in the Senior Lounge. All seniors (55+) are welcome to drop in to enjoy the lounge or any of the games. The senior lounge is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to noon. General admission is $1 or free with a department pass. Game schedule: Mondays, dominoes at 10:00 a.m.; Tuesdays, Bunko at 9:00 a.m. and Scrabble at 10:00 a.m.; Euchre every second Tuesday; Wednesdays, Rummikub at 9:00 a.m. and Pennies from Heaven at 10:00 a.m.; Thursdays, Bridge at 9:00 a.m., dominoes at 10:00 a.m.; Friday, Pennies from Heaven at 9:00 a.m.
Senior Open Art Studio
Express yourself during this ongoing senior open art studio time. Bring your own art supplies and projects every Monday from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave. Instructor Pam Irvin will be on hand to teach new techniques and help you hone in on your artistic skills. No registration is required for this drop-in class. The class fee is $2 for Enrichment Center pass holders and $4 for others. Open to the public, 55+.
Senior Chorus
If you enjoy singing and would like to be part of a senior chorus group please contact Lindsey Wood. We are hoping to get a chorus group started by the Fall of 2017. We are looking for a potential instructor or leader as well as members. Please contact Lindsey Wood at (615) 786-0186 x2519 or lindseyw@williamson-tn.org if you are interested.
Dulcimer Dandies
Whether you are a novice or experienced dulcimer player, you will enjoy practicing and playing with this group of seniors (55+). Dulcimer Dandies will resume on August 2, meeting every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave. The group performs together at local events throughout the year. No registration or fee. Just drop in and join the fun.
Pickleball
If you are looking for a new way to be more active, try Pickleball, a relatively new game popular with many seniors. Pickleball is a cross between badminton, tennis and ping pong, and it’s lots of fun. No registration is required, just facility admission at the door. Open Pickleball (indoor) for beginners is offered at the Longview Recreation Center, Franklin Recreation Complex and the recreation centers in Fairview and Nolensville. For times, check the gym schedules at www.wcparksandrec.com. For information about clinics and the use of the four outdoor pickleball courts at the Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright St., visit www.wcparksandrec.com/athletics/senior_athletics.php.
Senior Group Fitness & Aqua Fitness
A number of exercise programs for seniors are offered by Williamson County Parks and Recreation at the recreation centers in Franklin, Nolensville, Spring Hill and Fairview, as well as at the new Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave. in Franklin. Classes vary at each location, and may include Aerobic Fit, yoga (beginner, strength and advanced), SilverSneakers® Classic, circuit training, Zumba Gold, indoor cycling, water aerobics and more. For a complete list of senior fitness options, visit the seniors section at www.wcparksandrec.com.
Sports for Seniors at Academy Park Gym
Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that the Academy Park Gym, located at 120 Everbright Ave. will now offer gym-based activities and a free walking club for seniors (55+), Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Activities include indoor games like shuffleboard, badminton and table tennis. The admission fee for gym use is $1 for seniors, or free with any WCPR pass. A free walking club will also be formed, with group walks Monday through Friday. All activities are open to the public. For a schedule of weekly activities at Academy Park Gym, pick up a flyer at the facility or visit www.wcparksandrec.com. For more information, contact Julie Wood at (615) 599-3058 or Juliew@williamson-tn.org.
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.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation – Family Beach Bash
Longview: Saturday, June 10, 2017
Nolensville:Saturday, June 17, 2017
Franklin: Saturday, June 24, 2017
Fairview: Saturday, July 1, 2017
Join us poolside for an afterhours “under the sea” themed pool party! The pool deck will be transformed into an ocean oasis for a family fun night of music, food and activities. Hang out on the shore or take a plunge! Our DJ will have you causing a wake as you splash to the latest music. Dry games will be set up on deck for those beach bums and water games will take place throughout the night for those looking to get soaked! Food Trucks will also be available for dinner and concessions. Pre-registration is required! Cost is $5 per person or $20 for a family of 4 or more.
Main Library
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 sensory representations of various nations. This unique affair will consist of booths featuring different products and techniques used around the world. Booths will be displaying representation of one or more cultures. Food and beverages from a variety of nations will also be available.
The event will take place on 4th Avenue South (in front of the parking garage) and the connecting alley from 4th Avenue to the Historic Williamson County Courthouse. Two stages featuring music and dance from around the globe will be seen and heard throughout the day. At 7:30 p.m. this year’s headliner, “San Rafael Band” featuring Rafael Vasquez will take the stage.
Vasquez is a talented songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist who is comfortable with a variety of instruments and styles ranging from conjunto’s bajo sexton, jazz, classical, blues and rock, and has been in high demand for years. In the last few years Vasquez has begun to work with students at Belmont University and in the Metro Nashville Public Schools to share his knowledge of music and Hispanic culture. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Rafael is a tremendous asset to the “Música de la gente” – “Music of the People program”. This is a great entertainer with an amazing band that you don’t want to miss!
Starting at 4 p.m. a variety of international beers and wines from 15 different countries will be available individually for six dollars. The rest of the festival’s activities are free and open to the public.
Did you ever dream of traveling to outer space? Want to hear about what it’s like from someone who has been there/done that?
Rhea Seddon will talk about her out of this world life as an astronaut on Saturday, June 18, at 1:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Public Library in Franklin. She spent 19 years with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). In 1978 she was selected as one of the first six women to enter the NASA Astronaut Corps. She served as a Mission Specialist on flights in 1985 and 1991 and as Payload Commander in charge of all science activities on her final flight in 1993. This brought her total time in space to 30 days.
Dr. Seddon captured the adventure of being one of the first women in the Astronaut Program in her book Go For Orbit. At her presentation, autographed copies will be available for $40. She will also be happy to pose for pictures, especially with children. The event is free and open to everyone. To attend, register online at WCPLtn.org or call 615-595-1243.
After leaving NASA in 1996, Seddon was the Assistant Chief Medical Officer of the Vanderbilt Medical Group in Nashville for 11 years. While there she led an initiative aimed at improving patient safety, quality of care, and team effectiveness by the use of an aviation-based model of Crew Resource Management. Now with LifeWings Partners, LLC she teaches this concept to healthcare institutions across the United States. A graduate of the University of California at Berkeley with a degree in physiology, Dr. Seddon received her M.D. degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis, where she completed her residency in General Surgery.
This summer is packed with amazing opportunities for children and teens. Below you will find day camps and away camps, opportunities for horseback riding, rock climbing, canoeing, educational options, arts and crafts, swimming, hiking and more! With so many things to do in Franklin, TN and beyond, your children are sure to have a fabulous time and make some wonderful memories. Please click on logos below to find out more about what each program has to offer your children and teens. For a full description, please click the links listed below with addresses.
If you are a camp or summer program that would like to be featured on this page, please let us know! Email: info@old.oldfranklinis.jlbdev.com. Space is limited.
The Camp Guide Spotlight is on Mathnasium of Franklin!
Mathnasium of Franklin
539 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 105
Franklin, TN 37067
Learn more at http://www.mathnasium.com/
