Inspired by Williamson County’s unique history of bootlegging, this casual evening at Carnton Plantation will give guests the opportunity to taste local whiskey and moonshine, enjoy a delicious supper, and listen to some swanky entertainment.
Reservations are required.
Tickets are $50 per person or $75 for a couple. All proceeds from this fundraiser go toward the maintenance of The Carter House and Carnton Plantation.
Individual Ticket: $50.00
Studio Tenn’s ONE NIGHT ONLY has quickly become one of the most highly anticipated, knock your socks off entertainment events of the season! Experience an unbelievable night of live music and entertainment to help raise money for the 6th season of this world class professional theatre company!
American Idol stars Melinda Doolittle and Diana DeGarmo will join Studio Tenn company members and other special guests performing at this year’s One Night Only fundraising gala on Saturday, July 18!
For more information and to purchase tickets please visit Studio Tenn One Night Only.
* Open bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres included in ticket price
Unique town… Unique event…
Saturday, July 18, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., general admission shopping
For tickets please visit Franklin Barn Market.
“When you don’t want what everyone else has…”
Come and experience the Franklin Barn Market located at beautiful Willowbrook Farm in Franklin, TN. This is an annual event that offers a unique home, décor and garden shopping extravaganza.
At this fun event you will find vintage wares, farmhouse style, unique finds, shabby chic, antiques, artisans, specialty foods and springs blooms, all while enjoying the southern hospitality distinctly offered by Franklin, TN.
Head out to find that perfect home decor item that you didn’t know you were missing OR better yet, grab a bunch of friends and come enjoy the farm views, shopping and fun times that only an event such as this can offer. Be sure to come hungry and enjoy a gourmet bistro style lunch together.
If you have never been to Franklin, then you should definitely make this a weekend trip with friends and family. Franklin, Tennessee is just 15 minutes from Nashville. The city of Nashville is a vacation destination alone not to be missed, Franklin offers historic sites, restaurants, shopping and an amazing group of people who seem to have written the rules on southern hospitality and should be part of any great vacation. Even the local drivers are friendly around here.
If you already love these shows or are a serious shopper on a mission you would benefit from purchasing our first dibbs pass which allows early admission from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. on the very first day of the event (plus regular admission for both days of the show). You will be among the first to see and shop what the vendors have to offer.
A public telescope night at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory on July 28, will pay tribute to the late Williamson County civic leader and amateur astronomer Tommy Murdic.
Murdic had hosted the night at annual night at Dyer on behalf of the Williamson County Public Library before he passed away March 6. This event, which has been renamed the Williamson County Public Library Annual Tom Murdic Telescope Night at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, will begin at 8 p.m.
Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anders will be at Dyer for brief remarks on Murdic’s public service as well as his passion for stargazing. In addition, some of Murdic’s photographs and images will be displayed. The retired engineer, who had previously worked at the Nashville Thermal Transfer Plant, enjoyed spending many hours at Dyer as an amateur astronomer.
Murdic, a former chairman of the Franklin Municipal Planning Commission, had served on the Williamson County Commission and Joint Parks and Recreation Committee of Williamson County. In addition, he had a strong interest in preserving the African American heritage of his ancestors through his leadership with the African American Heritage Foundation of Williamson County. He also helped spearhead the establishment of McLemore House, an African American history museum in Williamson County.
Registration is required for this special library program at Dyer Observatory. Space is limited to the first 100 cars. To RSVP, email Lindsey Roseberry at the Williamson County Public Library, lroseberry@williamson-tn.org, or call 615-595-1243.
As part of the ninth annual Franklin Tomorrow Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards and Volunteer Spirit Awards, set for July 22, two Ned Lea Lifetime Achievement Awards will be presented posthumously to the late Tom Murdic and the late Clint Callicott.
The awards will be presented at the Franklin Theatre as part of the ninth annual Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards and Volunteer Spirit Awards. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception provided by Lipman Brothers.
The awards presentation will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are available through the Franklin Theatre at www.franklintheatre.com. Making the event possible as partners are Patterson Intellectual Property Law, Middle Tennessee Electric, and PARKS Realty.
The Ned Lea Lifetime Achievement Award is presented posthumously to recognize individuals who have had a significant impact for one organization or on their community through their life. They exemplify a heart of service and a dedication to the community at large.
Murdic, who died unexpectedly in March 2015, will be recognized for his years of service to the community as a whole, but also as a strong representative of the African American community and the preservation of its history. His participation as a founding member of Franklin’s Charge was integral to the success of that organization, according to a nomination by local author and preservationist Robert Hicks.
Callicott, who died early last month at his farm in Only, Tenn., had a long record as a public servant, starting as a county commissioner, time as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives, and as county mayor. But he is also remembered as a strong advocate of youth sports and as his influence grew, he is credited as a founder of Williamson County’s public recreation department.
The top award of the evening is the Anne T. Rutherford Exemplary Community Volunteer Award, chosen from nominations submitted by more than 30 local nonprofit organizations or charities.
Awards also to be presented will recognize Civic Groups, Corporate Volunteer Teams, as well as Individual Corporate volunteers. Also being presented will be the Volunteer Spirit, Youth Initiative, and Lifetime Achievement Awards.
For the second year, Franklin Tomorrow will present the Legacy Award, a continuation of the Business Legends Award previously presented by the Williamson County-Franklin Chamber of Commerce. This award will recognize an individual or individuals who have made significant impact in the areas of business, quality of life, and leadership.
Serving as chairmen for the event are local Realtors, J. Edward & Brenda Tuck Campbell of Synergy Realty Network, LLC.
Additional sponsors include Buerger Moseley Carson, First State Bank, Pam Lewis, Benchmark Realty, and Vanderbilt University Office of Community, Neighborhood, and Government Relations. Serving as supporters are Ernie & Nell Bacon, The Better Business Bureau of Middle Tennessee and The Integrity Foundation, State Sen. Jack Johnson, Lipman Brothers, Williamson Herald, State Rep. Charles Sargent, The TMA Group, Cordia Harrington, and State Rep. Glen Casada.
Franklin Tomorrow is the community visioning nonprofit which seeks to engage the community, foster collaboration, and advocate for a shared vision for the future of Franklin. That shared vision includes a vibrant economy, distinct character, robust neighborhoods, and great people. Visit their Web site at www.franklintomorrow.org.
A complete list of nominees in each category is attached.
Bring your blankets, chairs, picnics, families and friends for the Crockett Park Concert Series in Brentwood. Concerts take place on Sundays starting on June 7, and ending on July 12. Admission is free. The lineup this season includes the following: The Nashville Symphony, Groove Addiction, South Street Players, The WannaBeatles and Who’s Bad: Michael Jackson Tribute Band. For more details visit brentwood-tn.org.
Take the plunge and join the fun in one of the aqua fitness classes offered by Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCPR) at three indoor pool locations: the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd.; the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr.; and the Indoor Sports Complex (ISC), 920 Heritage Way in Brentwood.
For the beginner to the most elite athlete, aqua fitness classes offer challenging workouts for all. Water is 800 times denser than air so you will get a better work out with a smaller risk of injury than if you were exercising on land. The natural resistance of water actually helps pump more blood to the heart, and the push and pull of the water builds muscle strength.
For a real challenge, grab some water dumbbells and head exclusively for the deep water in Aqua Dynamite, a fast-paced class that focuses on muscular strength and endurance. For a medium to high intensity workout in both shallow and deep water, try Move! or Power Up!. For a gentler class, try Aqua Stretch and Move, a shallow water class designed for stretching and toning the body as well as easing joint pain from arthritis or injury.
Admission to aqua fitness classes is $3 for teens and adults, and $2 for seniors (age 55+). All classes are open to the public. Current aqua fitness class schedules are available at www.wcparksandrec.com in the aquatics section.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization, designed to benefit the community. Anyone may register for and participate in the department’s programs, teams, classes and events. You can also receive up-to-date department information by “liking” us on Facebook or following us on Twitter at @wc_parksandrec or on Pinterest.
Sunday evening, Carnton Plantation hosted its first event for the annual Sunset Concert Series, a family-friendly, summer tradition providing monthly outdoor concerts on the east lawn of Carnton Plantation. Sunday’s music was provided by Resurrection – A Journey Tribute, a classic favorite that had people dancing on the lawn. Food and libations were provided by Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams and Puckett’s Grocery. The event was widely participated and the weather was perfect for this summer evening event!
Williamson County Animal Control and Adoption Center in Franklin is overflowing with adoptable cats and kittens. To promote adoption and relieve overcrowding, Shelter Director Laura Chavarria said the shelter is reducing the cat and kitten adoption rate to just $10, indefinitely. Adoptions require an approved application and include vaccinations, spay or neuter and microchip.
Intake numbers have skyrocketed in recent months, with 250 cats received at the shelter in both May and June. Chavarria says the increase in strays and surrendered litters of kittens is putting pressure on the adoption areas. “Currently, all of our cat adoption kennels are being used, with 60 kittens and 76 cats on site. There are 81 adoptable cats being held in other areas of the building because of our limited space,” she states. “We also have 54 kittens being cared for in foster homes,” she added. “Those fosters will be returning to the shelter as soon as they are old enough.” Chavarria does not expect the influx of kittens to slow down for at least several months.
The Williamson County Animal Control and Adoption Center is located at 106 Claude Yates Dr. in Franklin. The shelter is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Closed July 3 & 4.) Adoptable animals can be viewed at www. adoptwcac.org. For more information, call (615) 790-5590 or like Williamson County Animal Center on Facebook.
Everything kicks off on Friday, July 24, at 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. featuring Breaking Grass. Then the competition begins on Saturday, July 25, at 10:00 a.m. and runs until 10:00 p.m. Competitions include the mandolin, flat-top guitar, harmonica, banjo, junior fiddle and old time banjo. Dance competitions will include junior freestyle clog, buck-dancing and beginner freestyle clogging. There will also be a competition with old-time string band, old-time singing, bluegrass bands and senior fiddle. For more information visit bluegrassalongtheharpeth.com.
Friday, July 24, from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 25, from 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Historic Downtown Franklin Square in front of the Williamson County Courthouse