Walk Through Jerusalem

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New Hope Community Church – Wander the busy Jerusalem marketplace of 33 A.D., build crafts, sample period food, pet live animals, interact with first century tradespeople and a theatrical show of Jesus’ last week (10 & 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.). All ages.

Visit website for more information.

Brentwood Library Easter Egg Hunt

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The library’s Easter egg hunt will take place in the area between the library and Lipscomb Elementary School.  Face painting and the jelly bean guess begin at 2:00 and hunt starts promptly at 2:30.  The park will be divided into four age groups and there will be thousand of eggs distributed.  Bring a basket to collect your eggs and bring your camera to get a picture with the Easter Bunny.   Parking is available at the library, at River Park and at the Civitan lot next to Lipscomb Elementary.

Please visit Brentwood Library Easter Egg Hunt for more information.

Date:
Thursday, March 24, 2016
Time:
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Location:
Campus:
The Brentwood Library

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

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Easter Egg Hunt in Franklin, TN on March 19th at 10:00am.Easter Egg Hunts Franklin TN

Hunt starts promptly, arrive early! Ages 10 and younger. **Don’t forgot your baskets and cameras for pictures with the Easter bunny**

Williamson County Parks and Recreation invites area residents to hop on over to the FREE annual community Easter Egg Hunts on Saturday, March 19, 2016 promptly at 10:00 a.m. at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. and the Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd. Children ages 10 and younger are invited to attend! Hundreds of eggs will be scattered and some eggs will contain special prizes! Don’t forget your basket or sack for gathering eggs. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos, so bring your cameras! Please arrive early to allow for parking and walking to the fields.

For more information on the Franklin Egg hunt call (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010. For the Fairview egg hunt, please call (615) 790-9331, ext. 2310. Special thanks go to sponsors Lil’ Sports Academy, Synergy Bank, the Kiwanis Club and McDonald’s for their generous support!

Please see flyer – Easter Egg Hunts Franklin TN or visit Williamson County Parks & Recreation for more information.

Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization. Anyone may register for or participate in the department’s programs, teams, classes and events. For more information about the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department visit our website at www.wcparksandrec.com. You may also receive department information by “liking” us on Facebook.

 

 

Happenings at your local library

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Williamson County Public Library

Phone 615-794-3105

Facilities Study Presentation:  1 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, in the Children’s Activity Room.  Architect Maureen Arndt of 720design conducted the Williamson County Public Library system’s facilities study.  The public is invited to her presentation with the study’s findings and suggestions.

A Call for Makers:  Apply now to participate in the Library’s 2016 Make-A-Thon: A Festival of Creativity, on Saturday, May 21, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  It’s free to be an exhibitor, and we are partnering with businesses, schools, and local artisans.  There will be hands-on activities, crafts, science demonstrations, and fun for all age groups.  Email rpeters@williamson-tn.org for an application.

It’s All About the Turf:  1:30 p.m. Monday, March 28.  Join Amy Dismukes, UT/TSU Horticulture Extension Agent, to learn how to grow a sustainable, low impact turf lawn while keeping unwanted problems at bay.  This free class is part of the Library’s Gardening Series.  Register online at WCPLtn.org or call 615-595-1243.

Read more at Williamson Herald.

Outlook Williamson

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Outlook Williamson Franklin TN eventsMarch 15, 2016
7:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
The Factory at Franklin

A half-day economic forum featuring regional, state and national experts providing the latest emerging trends and economic growth projections for Williamson County.

For more information please visit Outlook Williamson.

Brentwood to hold Arbor Day celebration to recognize love of trees

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The City of Brentwood’s Tree Board will hold its annual Arbor Day celebration on Saturday, April 2, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brentwood Library.

The Saturday festival will include many activities and displays for children and adults including face painting, free hotdogs provided by Middle Tennessee Electric, free seedlings, guided tours of the Library Arboretum, displays by tree-related vendors, and of course, a fun visit from the Brentwood Fire and Rescue.

During the 11:30 a.m. Arbor Day program, winners of the art poster contest for third and sixth graders attending Brentwood area schools will be recognized. The winning posters are currently on display at the Brentwood Library through the end of March. This contest is sponsored by Wells Fargo Advisors. Prize ribbons are donated by Prestige Trophies.

Read more at Williamson Herald.

Goldie B. Locks & The Three Singing Bears

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Brentwood, TN Event – The Brentwood Library

Nashville Opera’s performance of Goldie B. Locks & The Three Singing Bears

The student-friendly 40-minute production is sung in English. The Nashville Opera On Tour will bring full sets and costumes. This is a great performance for audience interaction. The cast consist of 4 professional opera singers, and a pianist. All performers are members of the Nashville Opera’s Mary Ragland Young Artist Program.

No registration needed! All are welcome.

Date:
Saturday, March 5, 2016
Time:
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Location:
Meeting Room B
Campus:
The Brentwood Library
Categories:
Children’s Programs

Ringside: A Fight For Kids

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Ringside is Nashville’s premier charity boxing event, benefiting multiple children’s charities in the Nashville, TN area through the Charley Foundation. Join us for an action-packed evening of gourmet dining, live national music performances, surprise celebrity guests, an exciting live auction featuring one-of-a-kind items and the highlight of the evening five amateur fights sanctioned by USA Boxing.

Funds raised through Ringside: A Fight for Kids benefiting the Charley Foundation will provide assistance to disabled and underprivileged children served by medical, recreational and care groups throughout middle Tennessee.

For more information please visit – Ringside: A Fight For Kids

Brentwood Academy Robotics Invitational

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Brentwood Academy Robotics Invitational Brentwood TN

Saturday, February 13 – 9:00-4:00 PM/Middle School Gym

Sponsored by

Brentwood Academy will host a regional VEX Robotics tournament February 13. The event will include teams from across the state with students who will be competing to qualify for the state competition later this year. The Brentwood Academy Robotics Invitational will include a full day of robotics matches. The public is welcome to attend and watch the competition.

For more information, schedule and agenda please visit Brentwood Academy Robotics Invitational.

The Polar Express Reading & Tree Lighting Ceremony

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The Brentwood Library Annual Tree Lighting will be on Monday, December 7th at 5:30pm. At 5pm and 6pm, there will be readings of The Polar Express in the Periodical Room and everyone attending the Polar Express Reading must have a ticket. The event is free, but tickets for the Polar Express Readings are available on a first come-first serve basis at the Children’s Service Desk beginning on Monday, November 23rd during regular library hours. For more information about the Tree Lighting, please contact Brigid Day at 615-371-0090 ext. 8510.

Monday, December 7 – Polar Express Readings at 5pm and 6pm.
Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30pm.
Advanced Tickets Required for Readings!
Admission is Free!