A Victorian Valentine’s Day in Carrie’s Attic

6:22 pm | Wednesday, Feb 3rd
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Children will enjoy making old fashioned Valentine cards to send to their loved ones and decorating a special box to keep their very own valentines in.  We will look at authentic Valentines sent from soldiers and from their loved ones back home.  This was an important time for soldiers because many of them had wives and children back home that they missed very much.  Many soldiers had a sweetheart that they thought about daily and could not wait to see again.  Soldiers would send a Valentine home to them in hopes that they would also receive one in return.  Children, spouses, and sweethearts could not wait to show how much their soldier is truly missed.

Visit us, today!

6:45 pm | Thursday, Dec 31st
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There are about 69,000 people living in Franklin, TN. There are almost 200,000 people living in Williamson County. Williamson County is filled with cute places to stay. As a local, I was pleasantly suprised to find 65 rental options just in Franklin, TN. If you have the chance to visit us, check out our local hotels, b&b’s and VRBO rentals. There is something for everyone.

If you only have an hour or two to visit us, stop by the Visitor’s Center in historic downtown Franklin (just off Fourth Avenue North). They will tell you about our historic sites like Carnton and Lotz or a guided walking tour (or the self-guided tour ) of the historic downtown district. For all of your shopping needs downtown offers a quaint shopping experience while others might enjoy the mall experience at CoolSprings Galleria, middle TNs largest shopping mall.

Save the Carter Outbuildings

6:29 pm | Thursday, Dec 31st
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A century and a half ago November 30 became an indelible part of Franklin’s history. Since 1951 when The Carter House was saved and subsequently opened to the public, there have been many people and groups that have worked to preserve this important story. They have done so through battlefield reclamation, the care of historic structures, and telling the stories of thousands of Americans who were impacted by the Battle of Franklin.

For decades we have been building toward the future – and the future is now.

The Battle of Franklin Trust, in conjunction with Franklin’s Charge, is embarking on a campaign to preserve the Carter outbuildings – the farm office, smokehouse, and slave cabin. Help us achieve our goal to repair the historic buildings, open them to the public, and broaden our daily presentation of the battle, the Carter family, and slavery.

Click here to support the Carter House Outbuildings!

Click here to support Carter Hill Battlefield Park!

Dickens of a Christmas

11:00 am | Sunday, Dec 13th
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Historic-Franklin-Dickens ChristmasDowntown Franklin, Dickens of a Christmas

Each year, Main Street recalls the spirit of Christmases past when the Heritage Foundation throws its annual Dickens of a Christmas celebration! This year the event marks its 31st anniversary, and will feature both time-honored activities that have become perennial favorites, as well as a few new traditions in the making.

Franklin’s Main Street–and its beautiful Victorian architecture–will be decked out for the holiday season. Some 200 characters, dancers and entertainers in the street, including several from Charles Dickens’s stories interacting with the public. Expect to see the nefarious Fagin from Oliver Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim Cratchit with his parents from A Christmas Carol; and of course, a Victorian Father and Mother Christmas with treats for children.

What to Expect

  • Sugar plums and roasted chestnuts being sold on the street, much like they were during the Victorian era.
  • Street vendors selling old English fare, including bangers and mash (grilled sausages & mashed potatoes); Somerset Sausage Rolls (sausage-filled pastries); shepherd’s pies; fish ‘n chips; and Yorkshire “toasties” (spicy sausage, hamburger and cheese mixture on rye bread).
  • A variety of musical performances
  • Horse-drawn carriage rides on the Public Square.
  • A holiday arts and crafts bazaar.
  • A town sing of classic Christmas carols on the Public Square.
  • A costume contest, and so much more!

Visit website to learn more!

Producing Dickens of a Christmas is just one of the many activities of The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County. Since 1967 the non-profit group has been dedicated to protecting and preserving Williamson County’s historic, architectural and geographic resources; in short, saving the places that matter.

Dickens of a Christmas

10:00 am | Saturday, Dec 12th
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Historic-Franklin-Dickens Christmas

Downtown Franklin, Dickens of a Christmas

Each year, Main Street recalls the spirit of Christmases past when the Heritage Foundation throws its annual Dickens of a Christmas celebration! This year the event marks its 31st anniversary, and will feature both time-honored activities that have become perennial favorites, as well as a few new traditions in the making.

Franklin’s Main Street–and its beautiful Victorian architecture–will be decked out for the holiday season. Some 200 characters, dancers and entertainers in the street, including several from Charles Dickens’s stories interacting with the public. Expect to see the nefarious Fagin from Oliver Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim Cratchit with his parents from A Christmas Carol; and of course, a Victorian Father and Mother Christmas with treats for children.

What to Expect

  • Sugar plums and roasted chestnuts being sold on the street, much like they were during the Victorian era.
  • Street vendors selling old English fare, including bangers and mash (grilled sausages & mashed potatoes); Somerset Sausage Rolls (sausage-filled pastries); shepherd’s pies; fish ‘n chips; and Yorkshire “toasties” (spicy sausage, hamburger and cheese mixture on rye bread).
  • A variety of musical performances
  • Horse-drawn carriage rides on the Public Square.
  • A holiday arts and crafts bazaar.
  • A town sing of classic Christmas carols on the Public Square.
  • A costume contest, and so much more!

Visit website to learn more!

Producing Dickens of a Christmas is just one of the many activities of The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County. Since 1967 the non-profit group has been dedicated to protecting and preserving Williamson County’s historic, architectural and geographic resources; in short, saving the places that matter.

Three Trips for Seniors

3:56 pm | Tuesday, Dec 1st
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Online registration is now available for the Williamson County Archives & museum on January 14, the Hatch Show Print tour on January 27 and the Nashville Symphony on February 19.

January 14: Williamson County Archives and Museum & Merridee’s Breadbasket

Hop on board a Franklin Transit trolley at 9:15 a.m. at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. on January 14 for a fun excursion to downtown Franklin. Tour the outstanding Williamson County Archives and Museum (free admission), where you will see a full size log cabin built by early settlers, historic quilts, clothing and tools.  Learn about the area’s ancient history and Native American culture as well. After the tour, the group will walk two blocks to Merridee’s Breadbasket for a Dutch treat lunch. Participants must register online in advance ($5) at www.wcparksandrec.com (event code # 5670). The group will ride the Franklin Transit trolley back to the recreation complex arriving at 1:45 p.m. Phone reservations are available through the Franklin Recreation Complex at (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010. No messages allowed. Registration ends January 7 or when the trip is full.

January 27: Hatch Show Print Tour & Hattie B’s Hot Chicken

Seniors are invited to visit legendary Hatch Show Print in Nashville on Wednesday, January 27. Learn the history of the iconic Hatch Show Print posters as you watch them come off the presses during your tour. Lunch will be at Hattie B’s Hot Chicken (Dutch Treat). The trip is $30, and includes transportation from three locations: Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr. at 9:15 a.m.; from the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. at 10:15 a.m.; and the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd. at 10:15 a.m. Registration is now open and ends January 20 or when the trip is full. Register on-line at www.wcparksandrec.com (event code # 5662) or at the recreation centers. Phone reservations are available through the Franklin Recreation Complex at (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010. No messages allowed.

February 19: Nashville Symphony Coffee & Classics

Visit the beautiful Schermerhorn Symphony Center on February 19 for Coffee & Classics, a daytime concert of Mussorgsky and Ravel favorites. Williamson County Parks and Recreation invites seniors (55+) to join the fun. In addition to the lovely classical concert, coffee and pastries will be served at the event. The trip is $50, and includes transportation from three locations: Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr. at 7:30 a.m.; from the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. at 8:30 a.m.; and the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd. at 8:30 a.m. Registration is now open and ends January 15 or when the trip is full. Register on-line at www.wcparksandrec.com (event code #5663) or at the recreation centers. Phone reservations are available through the Franklin Recreation Complex at (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010. No messages allowed.

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 registration and additional information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com, or call (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010. You may also receive department information by “liking” Williamson County Parks and Recreation on Facebook or following us on Twitter at @wc_parksandrec or on Pinterest.

See Santa at the Mall

2:37 am | Saturday, Nov 28th
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CoolSprings Galleria

1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin
615-771-2128
Nov. 7 – Dec. 24
Mon – Sat 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. (breaks from 1 – 2 p.m. & 5 – 6 p.m.), Sun 12 – 6 p.m. (break 3 – 3:30 p.m.). Santa’s arrival on Saturday, Nov. 7 is a PJ Party from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

The Mall at Green Hills
2126 Abbott Martin Road
Nashville
615-298-5478
Nov. 6 – Dec. 24
Hours are Mon – Sat 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. (breaks from 1 – 2 p.m. and 5 – 6 p.m.), Sun 12 – 6 p.m. (break from 3 – 4 p.m.). Pet Photo Nights are Nov. 15, 22 and Dec. 6, 13 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Opry Mills
433 Opry Mills Drive
Nashville
615-514-1000
Nov. 7 – Dec. 24
Santa’s hours vary daily, and he’s available in 10-minute increments per child each day. You have to book a reservation time online in order for your kids to see him and pose for a photo. A $10 non-refundable deposit is required at the time you make your online reservation, and it goes toward the cost of the photo package you choose. Make your reservation at simon.noerrsanta.com.

 

Silver Anniversary Engineering Excellence Awards Will Be March 8

12:37 am | Saturday, Nov 28th
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Engineers, business and civic leaders, and state, city and county officials from across Tennessee will gather in Franklin on Tuesday, March 8, 2016, to celebrate 25 years of engineering excellence with the annual Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA) gala sponsored by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Tennessee (ACEC of Tennessee).

Among the twenty-three nominees are high-profile projects such as Ascend Amphitheatre and Bass Pro Shop at the Pyramid in Memphis, as well as important infrastructure improvements such as Pigeon Forge Wastewater Treatment Plant and INRO White River Railroad Bridge Replacement. The Grand Iris Award will be awarded to the best overall project, while Grand Awards will be presented to projects in each individual category.

 

A distinguished panel of eight judges will choose most of the winners; a peer-chosen People’s Choice Award will also be presented to the crowd favorite on awards night.

 

“These projects highlight some of the most innovative solutions developed by our members to solve engineering challenges across Tennessee and beyond the state’s borders,” said Brian Hall, PE, AECOM and 2016 EEA Chair. “By recognizing the ‘best of Tennessee,’ the Engineering Excellence Awards help reinforce the contributions made by engineers that affect the welfare of every Tennessean.”

 

Scott Turnbow, general manager of engineering in generation construction with Tennessee Valley Authority, is the evening’s guest speaker. Turnbow has more than 22 years of experience in leadership roles throughout TVA. He has also served as an independent consultant and motivational speaker with the Zig Ziglar corporation, and is currently working on a Doctorate in Philosophy in Leadership.

 

The 25th Anniversary Engineering Excellence Awards gala is Tuesday, March 8, at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs (700 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin). It begins with a reception at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m., and the award announcements and presentations at 8:00 p.m. Sponsorships for the event are available. To participate as a sponsor or to purchase tickets, visit www.ACECTN.org or contact Judy Logue at 615-242-2486 or jlogue@tnec.org.

 

About ACEC of Tennessee: Founded in 1968, ACEC of Tennessee is a statewide organization, which represents more than 100 Tennessee engineering firms. ACEC of Tennessee has chapters in Nashville, East Tennessee, Southeast Tennessee and Memphis. The organization works to advance the business environment of the engineering industry.

Breakfast with Santa and the Minions

1:55 pm | Monday, Nov 16th
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Santa will be making a special trip from the North Pole to visit the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. for “Breakfast with Santa” on Saturday, December 5, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Those mischievous minions will be on hand, and Williamson County Parks and Recreation invites parents and kids ages 10 and younger to join the fun. A continental breakfast will be served, including pastries, muffins, milk and fruit juice. During the event, each child will have time to sit on Santa’s lap and share Christmas toy wishes. The cost is $10 per child (parents are free). Bring your cameras and take your own photos with Santa!

 

On-line reservations are required, and space is limited for this event. To make a reservation, go to www.wcparksandrec.com (event code #5511). This event is sponsored by: Unity Chiropractic; McDonald’s; Krispy Kreme Doughnuts; Chick-fil-A; Publix; Mapco Mart; and True Value.

City Farmhouse Holiday Pop-up Fair

11:00 am | Sunday, Nov 15th
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City FCity Farmhouse Pop Up Fairs Franklin TNarmhouse Holiday Pop-up Fair – November 13th – 15th.  The #CityFarmhousePopup has been named as one of the top five events to attend in October by Southern Living magazine, and the #1 Flea Market & Antique Show to attend by Romantic Country magazine.  Please visit City Farmhouse Holiday Pop-up Fair for more information
 
November 13th • 5PM-9PM Early Buying $25.00
November 14th • 8AM-6PM General Admission $10.00
November 15th • 11AM-4PM General Admission $10.00

Liberty Hall at The Factory at Franklin Franklin Rd., Franklin, Tennessee

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