Carmike Cinemas’ Summer Kids Series

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Kids can enjoy a movie, popcorn and soft drink for just $4.  Movie selections include: Marmaduke, Monsters v. Aliens, The Croods and Rise of The Guardians.

Summer Pop-Up Fair

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For the last two years, the City Farmhouse Popup Fair has drawn visitors from around the globe to the tiny village of Leiper’s Fork, Tenn., to score antique and vintage goods from dozens of curated vendors.

Earlier this month, Kim and David Leggett—owners of the popular downtown Franklin shop from where the event derives its name—announced that due to mounting popularity, a second popup fair has been added June 19-20, 2015.

The Leggetts, who are nationally recognized “pickers,” say the second show was due to both attendance popularity and their fans’ requests: the pair manage the City Farmhouse Facebook page, which boasts more than 100,000 followers—many of whom lobbied for an additional show.

“We had an overwhelming amount of positive feedback after the last show,” said Kim Leggett. “It’s a great opportunity for people who love vintage and antiques to come together to collaborate and share that passion.

“The idea of hosting a second show wasn’t ours—local show-goers kept coming into the shop encouraging us to have more than one event. At first we thought it was crazy to try and put on another show, but the more we talk about it with our fans, the more encouraged we are that this one’s going to be even bigger and better than the last one!”

The host says the theme of this season’s City Farmhouse Popup Fair is focused on the creativity and styling ability of the vendors, all of whom search for months to find the most unusual vintage and antique “picks” for the show. Currently, vendors from 13 states are slated to exhibit their unique wares.

The design and shopping show will once again take place at the stunning “lost-in-time” gardens and mansion of the late music publisher Buddy Killen, located off Old Hillsboro Road.

Similar to last year, those who shop the City Farmhouse Popup Fair will find the most unusual in handpicked selections spanning all eras and styles: farmhouse, French, architectural, garden, lighting, industrial, Americana and much more. Plus, there will be live performances, food trucks, how-tos, special guest appearances and more.

New to this year’s event is an interactive design showcase, intended to inspire fair-goers on what to look for amongst the uniquely offered wares of the vendors. The showcase will feature “room-like” setting ideas for using vintage and antique pieces, and displaying collections.

Fair-goers will also have the chance to meet and interact with professional designers within the exhibit and discover unique ways to use their finds. Presenters at the showcase will include the likes of Kim Leggett, Beth Lewis of Olde Tyme Marketplace, Jason Counce of Dirt Home & Garden, and other industry leaders.

Kim Leggett says the interactive exhibition will be helpful for showcasing items that aren’t commonly used in interior design.

“Farmhouse style is one of the fastest growing trends in interior design today. More than ever, homeowners are looking for vintage and repurposed goods to decorate their homes,” she said. “The show gives them an opportunity to pick through finds from all over the country, and the interactive showcase will inspire show-goers on how to creatively style their finds in their own homes.”

The Leggetts will continue to reveal guest appearances, performances and schedules of events in the upcoming weeks on the City Farmhouse website www.cityfarmhousefranklin.com.

The City Farmhouse Popup Fair kicks off June 19, 2015 from 9 a.m. until Noon, with first- chance buying, a champagne toast and a burlap carpet walk. Admission to early buying is $25.00.

General admission on June 19 is from Noon to 5 p.m., and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 20. General admission for both days is $10.00.

The Leggetts have also announced the dates of the annual fall Popup Fair, scheduled for October 16-17, 2015. More details about guest appearances, vendors and more will be announced on the website closer to the event.

Those interested in staying current with the latest at City Farmhouse can visit their website www.cityfarmhousefranklin.com to sign up for the City Farmhouse newsletter, view the blog, www.cityfarmhousefranklin.blogspot.com or access the Facebook page.

More about City Farmhouse

City Farmhouse is a popular antiques and vintage shop located on Bridge Street in Historic Downtown Franklin, Tenn., that offers modern farmhouse style for urban and rural living.

Owners Kim and David Leggett have been “pickers” for more than 20 years, and their trained eye and vivacious personalities have earned them national acclaim, from individuals interested in following popular vintage trends to interior designers.

In addition to curating the store, the monthly popup store, The Fling, and the City Farmhouse Popup Fairs, the Leggetts exhibit at major vintage and antique events throughout the U.S. Kim is a sought-after expert for guest appearances and as a host of guided tours at fairs around the country, appearing in shows the likes of Marburger Farms, the Country Living Fair, The Nashville Shows, and more.

As a freelance interior stylist, Kim’s projects have been featured in a host of major publications, from Elle Décor and Architectural Digest to Gatherings Magazine. She also sells her finds to museums, private collectors and celebrity clientele like Ralph Lauren, Meg Ryan, Tommy Hilfiger, Sheryl Crow, Carrie Underwood and more.

The Leggetts’ recently crossed a social media milestone, amassing more than 100,000 Facebook fans. Follow them at www.facebook.com/cityfarmhousetn.com.

Music Country Grand Prix

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Music Country Grand Prix, Franklin TN

The 27th Annual Music Country Grand Prix will be held May 30th at Brownland Farm. The Music Country Grand Prix is a premier equestrian jumping competition featuring top riders and horses from across the nation benefiting Saddle Up! therapeutic riding program.

To learn more and to purchase tickets, please visit Music Country Grand Prix.

10th Annual Music and Memories

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Picture of Amy Grant with her guitar used in an article for an upcoming Franklin TN event

The FiftyForward Martin Center is pleased to announce that Grammy-award winner Amy Grant will headline the 10th Annual Music and Memories concert on Tuesday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m. benefiting the FiftyForward Martin Center.  Amy Grant’s career spans more than 30 years and stretches from her roots in gospel to becoming an iconic pop star, songwriter, television personality and philanthropist. With three multi-platinum albums, six platinum albums and four gold albums, her total career album sales exceed 30 million. In addition to six Grammy Awards, Grant has earned 26 Dove Awards and has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

FiftyForward serves a vital need in our community by giving older adults a place to fellowship, find needed resources, and engage in community involvement. Currently, adults 65 years and older are the fastest growing demographic and the FiftyForward Martin Center is advancing their mission to meeting increased needs.
VIP Package $100 at 5:30 PM includes VIP reception and concert with transportation to and from The Franklin Theatre and Premier Seating at The Franklin Theatre. Enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres and the opportunity to meet Amy Grant.

Location: FiftyForward Martin Center, 960 Heritage Way, Brentwood, TN.
To purchase a VIP package, call the Center at 615-376-0102. VIP Packages on sale April 21st.

Concert Tickets: $60 available after April 25 at www.franklintheatre.com<http://www.franklintheatre.com>

For information about FiftyForward please contact Susan W. Sizemore, Director of Communications at (615) 743-3411or SSizemore@fiftyforward.org

Park Fit

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The City has been working with many community entities to help make Franklin a healthier community.
We are starting free organized exercise offerings in the parks.   Beginning with a few, we hope to grow the program throughout the park system.
Come out to the parks to see how amazing Fresh Air Fitness can be! 

Friday Walking Group – 9am  @ The Park at Harlinsdale Farm – 239 Franklin Rd. 

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FREE Saturday Mornings Classes

@ Pinkerton Park—405 Murfreesboro Rd. 8am – Bootcamp

provided by Franklin Anytime Fitness

 

 

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9:30am – Tai Chi

provided by the Franklin Family YMCA

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This healthy initiative is brought to you in cooperation with:

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Williamson County Luxury

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Tapestry Brentwood Town Center, Williamson County’s newest luxury multifamily community located in the heart of Brentwood, announced this week the official opening of its leasing office.

 

Bristol Development Group is inviting local news media to tour the property and take an in-depth look inside the latest residential community on Friday, May 29 at 10:30 a.m. After a short presentation on the property, which will highlight key features and what the project means for the Brentwood community, representatives will lead tours of fully furnished model units, answer questions and participate in one-on-one interviews.

 

Tapestry’s emphasis on convenience is evident – located less than a mile from I-65, the community borders dozens of restaurants, shops,

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businesses and attractions. The development includes 393 luxury condominiums for lease and a range of amenities, such as shared meeting space, two modern pools, a state-of-the-art exercise center and relaxing outdoor courtyards, plus 4,000 square foot retail space that will become the home of Stout Burger’s & Beer. An official open house celebration is slated for mid-June.

 

“Tapestry seamlessly connects with Brentwood’s landscape, and will continue to enhance the town center,” said David Hanchrow, chief investment officer with Bristol Development Group. “We admire the city for all it has to offer for people of all ages, and we believe these residents will help shape the future of Brentwood. Tapestry is a natural fit for the neighborhood, and we are proud to be a part of it.”

 

The new leasing center, located at 400 Centerview Drive, is now open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m.

 

For more information, go to www.tapestrybrentwood.com, or call (615) 221-2727 for appointments by request. Any member of the Tapestry leasing team will be happy to help.

 

Bristol Development Group is a leading private residential real estate company that specializes in developing, building, marketing, operating, and selling urban and suburban multifamily communities. The company is research driven, highly focused on its target markets, and has a distinguished history of successful development in the apartment and condominium sectors, with a current development pipeline of more than $225 million. Bristol’s talented team prides itself on diligent market research and fitting the right product to each unique market, satisfying the evolving demands of its diverse customer base rather than relying on a formula of “one product fits all.” To learn more, visit www.bristoldevelopment.com.

2015 Strawberry Festival

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Franklin Farmers Market Strawberry Festival, Franklin TN, Downtown Franklin, Franklin Events, Brentwood TN Events, Franklin Things to do, Franklin Downtown, Franklin Activities, Franklin TN downtown, Franklin eventsStrawberry Festival at the Franklin Farmers Market

May 16th: Franklin Strawberry Festival presented by Ford Lincoln of Franklin.

It’s a sweet way to start the summer at the Franklin Farmers Market, with lots of strawberries, fun and games for the kids, and the best homemade strawberry shortcakes you’ll ever eat!

 

For more information please visit The Franklin Farmers Market

O’More Collective 2015 Fashion Show and Exhibits

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O’More Collective 2015, Franklin TN

The students of O’More College of Design’s School of Fashion, Interior Design and Visual Design come together for O’More Collective: A night of celebrating the brilliant work they have produced, and introducing it to the community.  The evening showcases the creative work of graduating seniors in interior and visual design, and fashion merchandising, culminating on the runway with junior and senior fashion collections.

EVENT DETAILS

FRIDAY MAY 15, 2015

LIBERTY HALL, THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN

SENIOR EXHIBITS
Doors Open 5:30 PM

FASHION SHOW
Doors Open 6:30 PM
Show Begins at 8 PM

For more information and tickets please visit O’More College of Design Collective 2015

Mother’s Day Brunch

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Mother’s Day Brunch at The Factory at Franklin

Celebrate mom this year with a delicious Brunch at Lyrics in The Factory at Franklin this Sunday, May 10th from 10:30am-1:30pm.

Call 615-791-6065 to make your reservation.

Please visit website for more information.

Here comes the Bride

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May 9
Bridal Event

8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
AJ’s Bar & Grill | map
8283 Carthage Hwy
Lebanon, TN 37087
May 16
Pre-marital Seminar

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Pastoral Center for Healing | map
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.
May 16
Bridal Show
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Lodge | map
3088 Smith Springs Road
Nashville, TN 37013
Price: $20
May 17
Bridal Show
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Lodge | map
3088 Smith Springs Road
Nashville, TN 37013
Price: $5
May 28
Bridal Show
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
One Cannery Ballroom | map
1 Cannery Row
Nashville, TN 37203
Price: $25