Gypsy

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Presented by The Tennessean Williamson
Music by Jule Styne, Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by Arthur Laurents

Sept. 17 – Oct. 4, 2015  at Jamison Hall – The Factory at Franklin, Franklin TN

A long-time short-list production for Studio Tenn, “Gypsy” is widely exalted as the Greatest American Book Musical, integrating a rich, compelling story and complex characters into its Broadway songbook standards such as “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” “Let Me Entertain You,” and “Together (Wherever We Go).”

Bombastic and overbearing stage mother Rose is desperate to catapult her children to stardom during Vaudeville’s heyday. When her younger daughter June flees the family and The Circuit, quiet, sidelined Louise steps into the limelight. With Vaudeville waning, mother and daughter find themselves on an unexpected path to fame.

Studio Tenn is going all out in this bold, dynamic production–nothing short of the royal treatment “Gypsy” deserves.

For tickets, show times and more please visit Gypsy.

RIVER SWING 2015 – Auction, Dinner & Dance

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River Swing 2015 Franklin TNDon’t miss the 12th annual RIVER SWING – Dinner, Dance and Auction at Fairpath Farm, on the banks of the Harpeth River in Franklin TN. For more information and to make your reservation please visit RIVER SWING 2015 – Auction, Dinner & Dance.

Gypsy

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Presented by The Tennessean Williamson
Music by Jule Styne, Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by Arthur Laurents

Oct. 3, 2015 at 2:00pm and at 7:00pm at Jamison Hall – The Factory at Franklin, Franklin TN

A long-time short-list production for Studio Tenn, “Gypsy” is widely exalted as the Greatest American Book Musical, integrating a rich, compelling story and complex characters into its Broadway songbook standards such as “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” “Let Me Entertain You,” and “Together (Wherever We Go).”

Bombastic and overbearing stage mother Rose is desperate to catapult her children to stardom during Vaudeville’s heyday. When her younger daughter June flees the family and The Circuit, quiet, sidelined Louise steps into the limelight. With Vaudeville waning, mother and daughter find themselves on an unexpected path to fame.

Studio Tenn is going all out in this bold, dynamic production–nothing short of the royal treatment “Gypsy” deserves.

For tickets, show times and more please visit Gypsy.

Family Day

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FAMILY DAY Franklin TN

Join the City of Franklin Parks for a day of free farm fun!  Put this on your calendars – you won’t want to miss it. Saturday, October 3rd – 10am-2pm at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 239 Franklin Rd.

For more information please visit website.

 

Gypsy

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Presented by The Tennessean Williamson
Music by Jule Styne, Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by Arthur Laurents

Sept. 17 – Oct. 4, 2015  at Jamison Hall – The Factory at Franklin, Franklin TN

A long-time short-list production for Studio Tenn, “Gypsy” is widely exalted as the Greatest American Book Musical, integrating a rich, compelling story and complex characters into its Broadway songbook standards such as “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” “Let Me Entertain You,” and “Together (Wherever We Go).”

Bombastic and overbearing stage mother Rose is desperate to catapult her children to stardom during Vaudeville’s heyday. When her younger daughter June flees the family and The Circuit, quiet, sidelined Louise steps into the limelight. With Vaudeville waning, mother and daughter find themselves on an unexpected path to fame.

Studio Tenn is going all out in this bold, dynamic production–nothing short of the royal treatment “Gypsy” deserves.

For tickets, show times and more please visit Gypsy.

Franklin Wine Festival

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There are several ways to participate in the Franklin Wine Festival.  Check them out:

GRAND TASTING
A truly Grand experience for both foodies and wine connoisseurs, pairing extensive offerings by Middle Tennessee’s finest chefs with selected wines from around the world. Nowhere else will you have the opportunity to sample more than 300 wines and outstanding food!The Grand Tasting is held Friday, October 16, 2015 throughout The Factory at Franklin. Ticket prices for the Grand Tasting are $89 in advance, $100 if you elect to purchase at the door, provided such is available.SILENT AUCTION
At the Franklin Wine Festival Auction you will find a diverse selection ranging from hard-to-find wines, gift certificates, artwork and more. The auction is designed to appeal to every taste at every price range. Make sure to check the web site – www.franklinwinefestival.com – for an ongoing update of this year’s auction items.

ONE DAY ONLY WINE SALE AT COOL SPRINGS WINES & SPIRITS
On Saturday, October 17, all the wines featured at the Franklin Wine Festival will be available at Cool Springs Wines & Spirits on sale! That includes allotted, hard-to-find and collectible wines. The Franklin Wine Festival is one of the only events in the country that is able to offer this special sale to its attendees afterwards. Cool Springs Wines & Spirits is the largest wine and spirits store in Tennessee, located at 1935 Mallory Lane in Franklin.


 

Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of the most exciting wine and food tasting in Middle Tennessee. Come learn why everyone is talking about the Franklin Wine Festival!

For more information, contact Sarah Beatty at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee, 615.522-5659 or sarah.beatty@mentorakid.org. –

Chukkers for Charity

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On Saturday, Sept. 12, patrons and tailgaters gathered to support Saddle Up! and the Rochelle Center at the 19th annual Nissan Chukkers for Charity at pristine Riverview Farm in Franklin, Tenn. The event, hosted by Lee Ann and Orrin Ingram featured world-class polo player, Nic Roldan. Nic’s Gainesway team won the match against opposing team AutoWeek.

 

The event raised awareness and funds for both the Rochelle Center and Saddle Up! The honorary chairs for this year’s event were Lexie Armstrong and Cathy Brown. Patron Party co-chairs were Mary Kate Brown, Lisa McInturff and Kim Williams who created a theme “Vintage French Circus.” Tarot card readers, acrobats and jugglers were some of the featured entertainers.

 

The sold-out patron’s tent hosted a dinner for guests following the match which was catered by d.Kates. Hors d’oeuvres included succulent citrus popcorn and roasted nuts, a wide-variety of charcuterie served with a selection of cheeses, jams, nuts, honey, artisan breads and crackers. Dinner featured a mixed baby lettuce salad with fennel, green apples, Kenny’s blue cheese, hazelnuts and blood orange vinaigrette. The main course served up corn-encrusted chicken paillard with peach and green tomato relish and warm cheese soufflé alongside roasted late summer vegetables with hollandaise sauce and delicious dinner rolls. For dessert, patrons enjoyed specialty petits fours, raspberry and pistachio macaroons and chocolate truffles.  Drinks were provided by Lipman Brothers and featured a wide-variety of beverages, highlighting Jack Daniel’s products.

 

The grand prize of the tailgating competition went to the “Wizard of Oz” tailgating team and the most original theme award went to the “Houdini” team. The event also featured a vintage car show and silent auction.

 

Other sponsors in addition to Nissan were Gainesway Farm, Mary Kate and Josh Brown, Kings’ Chapel Community, The Andrews Agency, Associated Terminals/Turn Services, SilverPointe Properties, YOUR Williamson, Jack Daniel Distillery, Ingram Entertainment, Inc., Nashville Geek, Williamson Source, Jackie and Barry Alexander, Tennessee Equine Hospital, Jones Properties, Limestone Title, Publix Supermarket Charities, Inc. and AshBlue.

Nic Roldan galloping Chase, Chris & Christopher Sprankle LaBraun & Kathy Andrews, Vickie and Kenneth Jenkins Colin Thomas, Gillian LeBrun, John & Betty Jane Barringer, Ellen Martin & Gerry Nabeau Alexis Clare and Liz Zipperer McInturff familyBess and Tim Kerns Debbie Chadwick, Knox Brewer and Cheryl Scutt Barry & Jackie Alexander

October Trail Walk, Halloween parties

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The Therapeutic Recreation programs offered by Williamson County Parks and Recreation provide year-round leisure activities for individuals with developmental disabilities. Therapeutic programs are led by Therapeutic Recreation Specialists who assist people with disabilities to develop skills and knowledge for daily living and community involvement. Recreation Specialists conduct monthly ongoing programs at three locations: the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd.; the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr.; and the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd. All programs are open to the public.

Trail Walk and Picnic
Join the Therapeutic Recreation staff of Williamson County Parks and Recreation for a trail scavenger hunt and picnic on Monday, October 19 at Timberland Park, located at mile marker 437.2 on the historic Natchez Trace Pkwy. Meet the group at Timberland at 10:00 a.m., enjoy short trail walks followed by a catered box lunch picnic at 11:30. After lunch, there will be craft time in the interpretive center. This is a PALS-People at Leisure with Support program, and caregivers are required to register and attend with those needing support. The cost is $10 per person. Register on-line before October 14 at www.wcparksandrec.com (code #5506). This program is for young adults and older. For additional information, contact Jayne McFadden at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd., (615) 790-5719, ext. 2033.

Recreation Night in Franklin
Get in the Halloween spirit on Thursday, October 22 at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. Therapeutic recreation participants are invited to decorate a pumpkin to take home at this fun social event. Enjoy a delicious pizza dinner and dessert. This is a PALS-People at Leisure with Support program, and caregivers are required to register and attend with those needing support. The cost is $6 per person. This program is for young adults and older. Register on-line October 1-20 at www.wcparksandrec.com (code #5009). For additional information, contact Jayne McFadden at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd., (615) 790-5719, ext. 2025.

Social Night in Nolensville
The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department will offer a Halloween costume contest and pizza party on October 27 as part of the therapeutic recreation program at the Nolensville Recreation Complex, 7250 Nolensville Rd.  This program is for young adults and older, and the cost is $5. This is a P.A.L.S. program (People at Leisure with Support) with caregivers required to stay with those needing support. Caregivers wishing to eat are asked to register and pay the $5 program fee. Registration is required on-line (code #5458) before October. For more information regarding therapeutics programs in Nolensville, contact Krista Hollis at (615) 786-0200, ext. 2421.

 

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.

 

Gypsy

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Presented by The Tennessean Williamson
Music by Jule Styne, Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by Arthur Laurents

Sept. 17 – Oct. 4, 2015  at Jamison Hall – The Factory at Franklin, Franklin TN

A long-time short-list production for Studio Tenn, “Gypsy” is widely exalted as the Greatest American Book Musical, integrating a rich, compelling story and complex characters into its Broadway songbook standards such as “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” “Let Me Entertain You,” and “Together (Wherever We Go).”

Bombastic and overbearing stage mother Rose is desperate to catapult her children to stardom during Vaudeville’s heyday. When her younger daughter June flees the family and The Circuit, quiet, sidelined Louise steps into the limelight. With Vaudeville waning, mother and daughter find themselves on an unexpected path to fame.

Studio Tenn is going all out in this bold, dynamic production–nothing short of the royal treatment “Gypsy” deserves.

For tickets, show times and more please visit Gypsy.

Here Comes the Bride

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Engagement Season is upon us.  Check out this fabulous lineup of events for every bride’s needs:
A Fall Bridal Show
Sunday, October 18
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
I-Coordinate Events by Ramonda Presents “A Fall Bridal Show”
Hosted By: I-Coordinate Events by Ramonda
Hilton Garden Inn
2631 Highwood Blvd. Smyrna TN
Smyrna, TN 37167
Price: $10 per personEssense of Australia Trunk Show
Thursday, October 22 – Saturday, October 24
10:00 AM
(3 day event)
Essense of Australia Trunk Show
Hosted By: Essense of Australia
The White Room Too
517D Carson Lane
Murfreesboro, TN 37128Here Come The Brides Bridal Show
Sunday, October 25
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Here Come The Brides Bridal Show – The Factory at Franklin
Hosted By: Here Come The Brides Bridal Show
The Factory at Franklin Tennessee
230 Franklin Road
Franklin , TN 37064
Price: Get your first two tickets free by registering on our website. You can purchase more tickets on our web or the day of the show for $8.00 or $5.00 if you bring a non-expired canned good for the needy

Murfreesboro Pink Bridal Show
Sunday, November 8
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Murfreesboro Pink Bridal Show
Hosted By: The Pink Bride
Embassy Suites Murfreesboro
1200 Conference Center Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Price: $10 online $12 at the door

Start Right – Stay Connected Pre-marital Seminar
Saturday, November 14
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Start Right – Stay Connected Pre-marital Seminar
Hosted By: Start Right – Stay Connected Pre-Marital Seminar
Pastoral Center for Healing
1024 Noelton Ave
Nashville, TN 37204
Price: $100.00, $60 of which will be deducted from cost of wedding license, for a net cost of $40.00 for the workshop.

PINK Bridal Show
Sunday, January 17
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
PINK Bridal Show – Nashville Vendor
Hosted By: The Pick Inn
Music City Center
201 5th Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37203
Price: 12.00 at the door, 10.00 in advance

Sumner County Bridal Show
Sunday, January 24
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sumner County Bridal Show – Vendor
Hosted By: The Pick Inn
EPIC Event Center
392 West Main Street
Gallatin, TN 37066

Essense of Australia Trunk Show
Saturday, February 13
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Essense of Australia Trunk Show
Hosted By: Essense of Australia
The White Room Too
517D Cason Ln
Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Here Come The Brides Bridal Show
Sunday, February 14
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Here Come The Brides Bridal Show at Embassy Suites Franklin TN
Hosted By: Here Come The Brides Bridal Show
Embassy Suites
820 Crescent Centre Dr
Franklin, TN 37179
Price: Register on our website at herecomethebridesbridalshow.com for two free tickets. If you need more than two, you can purchase them on our website or at the door the day of the show for $8.00. If you bring a canned good for the needy, than your price is only $5.00