Family Beach Bash at Franklin Splash Park and Pool

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Franklin Splash ParkHang out on shore or take a plunge with the mermaid, but watch out for pirates at the Family Beach Bash pool party, Friday, August 4 at the Franklin Recreation Complex. For one night only, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., the outdoor pool deck and new splash park will become a tropical oasis with dancing, games, and contests. There will be plenty of wet and wild pool games, plus dry games for the beach bums!  If you get hungry, concessions will be on sale (cash only). This event is open to the public. Regular general admission fees apply:  $4 for adults (18-54), $2 for seniors (ages 55 and older) and youth (ages 4-17). Children ages 3 and younger are admitted free.   WCPR premium passes include admission to outdoor pools. No rafts or floats, please; pool noodles are allowed. All children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult over 18. To prepare for the bash, the pool and splash park be closed from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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.

Summer Night Hikes

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Family Events in Brentwood, TN

 

Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary – Summer Night Hikes – Thurs., June 8, July 6 & August 10, 7:30pm – 9 pm.

Can you tell a Katydid call from a Cicada’s?  The croak of a Bullfrog from that of a Green Frog? Have you ever called owls or listened to birds going to bed?  Bring a picnic and enjoy an evening of “naked-eye” astronomy and listening to the Southern Summer Night chorus show with Naturalist Bob English of LEAPS.  

Ages 9 and Older

Gate opens an hour early for picnics

Movies in the Park

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 SingCity of Franklin, TN – Movies in the Park

2017 Movies in the Park

JUNE 9 | PINKERTON PARK | 8 PM SING

Bring a chair or pack a blanket and come to Pinkerton Park (405 Murfreesboro Rd. Franklin, TN) for an evening movie! This free summer movie series will begin at 8PM or at sunset. Concessions items will be available for purchase. Check our Facebook page (City of Franklin, TN) for updates. We hope to see you under the stars!

New this summer….Outdoor Movie Night for ages 21 & Up! This addition to the summer movie in the park series will be held at the Eastern Flank Event Facility (1368 Eastern Flank Circle). Concessions items will be available for purchase at this event!

Summer Night Hikes

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Family Events in Brentwood, TN

 

Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary – Summer Night Hikes – Thurs., June 8, July 6 & August 10, 7:30pm – 9 pm.

Can you tell a Katydid call from a Cicada’s?  The croak of a Bullfrog from that of a Green Frog? Have you ever called owls or listened to birds going to bed?  Bring a picnic and enjoy an evening of “naked-eye” astronomy and listening to the Southern Summer Night chorus show with Naturalist Bob English of LEAPS.  

Ages 9 and Older

Gate opens an hour early for picnics

 

 

Wonder Woman Day

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Celebrate Wonder Woman Day at The Brentwood Library June 2 and 3! The two day event will include fun activities like tiara and cuff making, a life-size Wonder Woman cutout for selfies, and oh yes, there will be prizes!

For more information please visit The Brentwood Library.

Wonder Woman Day

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Events in Brentwood, TN

Celebrate Wonder Woman Day at The Brentwood Library June 2 and 3! The two day event will include fun activities like tiara and cuff making, a life-size Wonder Woman cutout for selfies, and oh yes, there will be prizes!

For more information please visit The Brentwood Library.

 

 

Harpeth River Ride 2017

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Harpeth River Ride, Franklin, TN events and things to do, restaurants, shopping, community, churches and more – FranklinIs.

All New Harpeth River Ride 2017 by Harpeth Bicycle Club

A fun weekend of cycling at the annual Harpeth River Ride starting Friday June 2nd – Saturday June 3th in Franklin, TN. Hosted by the Harpeth Bicycle Club and presenting sponsor Mars Petcare, the Harpeth River Ride offers an epic cycling experience for bicyclists of all skill levels. Choose from four routes – 15, 44, 66 and 100 miles – traveling throughout the scenic, rural landscape of Middle Tennesee. All routes are fully supported by well-stocked rest stops, clearly marked directions and top-notch SAG. Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch and share ride stories with your friends. There’s a reason cyclists return to the Harpeth River Ride year-after-year, it’s an event not to be missed! 

 

 

Touch A Truck

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Kids and Family Events in Franklin, TN

Trucks, equipment, and vehicles of all shapes and sizes will gather at Jim Warren Park where children of all ages, with parent supervision, will be welcome to touch, climb-on, and explore these amazing pieces of equipment.  Music, inflatables and fun will also be available at this free family event.  Food will also be available for purchase.

Fire trucks, police cars, tractors, back hoes, tow trucks, and more! Don’t miss out of this great event.

We welcome participation in this event from community businesses and individuals.  If you are interested in bringing a vehicle to the City of Franklin Parks Touch A Truck please click here for the application to apply.

For more information please email parksinfo@franklintn.gov or call 615-794-2103.

Easter Bunny Arrival Party – CoolSprings Galleria

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Franklin, TN Easter Bunny Events

Easter Bunny Hops into CoolSprings Galleria 

Enjoy visits, goodies, photos, and a Free Bunny Arrival Party!

Spring has sprung, and the Easter Bunny is headed to CoolSprings Galleria! Beginning Saturday, March 25, kids of all ages are invited to have their photo snapped with the Bunny at CoolSprings Galleria in Center Court.

The Easter Bunny will be available for visits and photos starting Saturday, March 25, through Saturday, April 15, Monday through Sunday, during all mall hours. CoolSprings Galleria is closed on Easter Sunday. All families who visit the Easter Bunny will receive an Easter Bunny coloring sheet.

In addition, CoolSprings Galleria will be hosting a free Easter Bunny Arrival Party on March 25, at 10am to 11:30am in Center Court.  Kids can enjoy face painting, balloon animals, DJ, and the first 100 kids will enjoy cookie decorating with Great American Cookies!

Shoppers are also encouraged to bring in their pets for a photograph with the Easter Bunny on Tuesday, April 4 and Tuesday, April 11, between 6:00 pm and 9:00 pm.   Please make sure all pets are on a leash or in a carrier.

And now the Easter Bunny Experience can continue long after a visit to the mall has ended!  Visit MyHolidayMoments.com and download Easter photos, share them thru social media, and create projects with Shutterfly.com. Visitors to the Easter Bunny at CoolSprings Galleria will receive a $20 Shutterfly gift card with any of the five photo packages available.  Looking for more Easter fun for the whole family?  Download the “My Holiday Moments” app, available through iTunes or Google Play.  This free app has games, a countdown to Easter, photo package information, and gives you the ability to download your photos to your phone. Customers can also receive their photos immediately via text when a cell phone number is provided at check out.

For more information, visit CoolSpringsGalleria.com

 

 

Family Day! Craft Love Franklin

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Craft Love Wood Signs

 

Family Day! – Craft Love Franklin, TN

Enjoy some creative time together in this special workshop where you and your kiddo (age 6+) can both create something beautiful and personalized! You choose from over 45 project designs and kids can choose from 2 different projects!

Date Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Class Type DIY Workshop
Price $35.00