Franklin 4th of July Celebration

5:00 pm | Thursday, Jul 4th

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THE CITY OF FRANKLIN’S FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS

4th of July Celebration at Harlinsdale – TSC Arena sponsored by Jackson!

Join the Friends of Franklin Parks & City of Franklin Parks for a Fourth of July Celebration at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin, TN! The City of Franklin Parks will be hosting a fireworks show, while the Friends of Franklin Parks will be hosting music, food and kids games in the Tractor Supply Co. Arena before the fireworks begin. Don’t miss Rubiks Groove perform in the TSC Arena at 7:00 p.m.! Park opens at 5:00 p.m.

The presenting sponsor of the TSC Arena activities is Jackson: Financial Freedom For Life. Stage Sponsors include Berry Farms, a Boyle Development, First Tennessee, 906 Studio Architects, Lipman and Puckett’s!!. Concessions from Lipman & Puckett’s will be available for purchase.

ESSENTRICS BARRE CLASS

11:49 am | Wednesday, Jul 3rd

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Williamson County Enrichment Center

Williamson County Parks and Recreation is pleased to introduce Essentrics Barre, a dynamic, full-body workout that combines standing, floor, and barre exercises in one. Designed by Miranda Esmonde-White and featured on PBS’s Classical Stretch, this workout stretches and strengthens every muscle and joint in the body, leaving you relaxed and energized.

A six-week session of Essentrics Barre will be offered on Wednesdays, July 17 – August 28 (skip 7/31) from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave, Franklin, TN. Cost of the six-week session is $50 or $12 for a single class. Classes are recommended for adults 55+. Registration is online at www.wcparksandrec.com. Registration code #15154.

For more information contact Kelsey Searles, Senior Fitness and Aqua Coordinator at (615) 347-6681 or Kelsey.Searles@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.

Summer Session II Coed Sand Volleyball League

11:58 am | Tuesday, Jul 2nd

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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

The Athletics Division of Williamson County Parks and Recreation is now registering teams for a Coed Sand Volleyball Summer Session II league playing at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road.

The Coed 4’s league will play on Thursday evenings beginning August 8 through September 19.

A maximum of 16 teams will be accepted. The season will be a round robin format, concluding with a single elimination tournament. Cost is $200 per team. Registration will continue through July 29 or until full at www.wcparksandrec.com. Registration code #14588.

For more information please contact Chris Gravlee at (615) 370-3471, ext. 2114 or Christopher.Gravlee@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.

Rescue Reunion Celebrates Pets

3:04 pm | Tuesday, Jun 18th

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Free admission-bring your dog June 22

Williamson County Animal Center in Franklin presents a Rescue Reunion and Adoption Celebration on Saturday, June 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the shelter, 106 Claude Yates Dr. Bring your dog along (on a leash) and join the tail-waggin’ fun!

Admission is free, and you can learn about pet behavior from featured speakers certified professional dog trainer Charlotte Blake, with Fresh Canine Training and Project Reward plus certified cat behaviorist and author Pam Johnson-Bennett. Vendors will be on hand with pet products and information, including The Farm at Natchez Trace, Animalia Health & Wellness, Mars Petcare US, Nashville Pet Products Franklin, My Second Home Pet Resort, Cat Shoppe, Invisible Fencing of Middle Tennessee, Doggie Doodles by Dina and 4 Paws Pastries!

For a small donation benefiting New Leash on Life, your dog will have an opportunity to run a special dog lure course. Dirty dogs can get spiffy at the dog wash, and have professional photos made by Penny Adams Photography on site. We will keep the humans happy with cold drinks and tasty homemade baked goods.

Current adoption specials include two-for-one kittens $10, adult cats $10, dogs $50, puppies $85.

The Williamson County Animal 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., on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Adoptable animals can be viewed at www.adoptwcac.org. For more information, call (615) 790-5590 or like Williamson County Animal Center on Facebook.

Pet of the Week: Mitch (Pictured)

This seven-year-old coonhound will capture your heart with his soulful brown eyes! Mitch loves to explore on long walks or play in the yard. When the weather gets hot, he also enjoys a dip in the doggy pool! This big hearted boy needs a loving family to hang out with. If you would like to meet Mitch and consider being his forever home, come to Williamson County Animal Center for a visit!

Press Release – The 2019 Sizzle Award Winners

1:27 pm | Tuesday, May 28th

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The 2019 Sizzle Award Winners

PRESS RELEASE UPDATED: MAY 10, 2019 08:47 CDT

FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 10, 2019 (Newswire.com) – FranklinIs, The Online Voice of Williamson County, announced the 2019 Sizzle Awards Winners – The Best Businesses of Williamson County, Tennessee – at the annual Sizzle Awards Gala hosted at The Factory at Franklin. From Best Fine Dining to Best Orthopedic Practice, 339 Best in Williamson County winners were announced celebrating business owners in Williamson County as voted by over 20,000 residents. Featured categories included Cuisine, Health and Wellness, Personal Care, Services, Entertainment and Shopping.

The 2019 Sizzle Awards Gala and FranklinIs partnered with Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee. Proceeds from tickets sales for the event and guest donations will help grant children’s wishes throughout Middle Tennessee.

“The Sizzle Awards represent the best of Williamson County. How inspiring to see a family-owned business achieve success as voted by their customers, peers and neighbors,” said Ken Royer, President and CEO of FranklinIs.

A special thank you for many supporters of The 2019 Sizzle Awards including Evin Photography, Buca di Beppo, Merridee’s Breadbasket, Arrington Vineyards, Granite City Food and Brewery, Ground, Pueblo Real Tito’s Mexican Restaurants, Big Shakes Hot Chicken, Franklin Juice Bar, Suzette Catering & Events, JLB and BrownStone Advisory. For a complete listing of winners by category, visit old.oldfranklinis.jlbdev.com.

Contact:
Dee Ann Stone
Partner
FranklinIs
deeann@old.oldfranklinis.jlbdev.com

Source: FranklinIs

Franklin High Spring Market Features Over 90 Vendors

6:48 pm | Tuesday, Feb 26th

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Spring Market, shopping in Franklin, TN, apparel, home decor, jewelry, accessories, gourmet foods and sweets, great gifts for shoppers in the market for graduation, Mother's and Father's Day gifts, birthdays and more!

FRANKLIN, Tenn. — Mark your calendars for Franklin High School’s Spring Market to be held on Saturday, March 30. Admission is free, open to the public and located in the FHS Commons at Franklin High School, 810 Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN. Doors are open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Over 90 vendors will be on hand showcasing one of a kind merchandise and services. Enjoy shopping for exceptional and unique gifts including apparel, home decor, jewelry, accessories, gourmet foods and sweets. Great gifts for shoppers in the market for graduation, Mother’s and Father’s Day gifts, birthdays and more!

A list of vendors, merchandise and general information can be found on our Facebook @FHS Spring Market 2019. FHS Spring Market is hosted by the Franklin High School Class of 2020.

You don’t want to miss the shopping event of the season!

YOUTH GOLF CLINIC AND CAMP

6:03 pm | Friday, Feb 15th

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Registration is open for Williamson County Parks and Recreation’s for a Spring Golf Clinic for youth ages 5-12. The golf clinic will be taught by Jim Kite, a PGA Instructional Professional. A resident of Nolensville, Kite has taught at the Rick McCord Golf Academy in Orlando and the Apple Valley Country Club.

Online registration continues through Feb. 28 or until full. The clinic dates will be Friday, March 8, 15 and 29 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Indoor Arena at Crockett Park in Brentwood, TN. Participants should register for activity #13791 at www.wcparksandrec.com. The clinic fee is $75 (includes equipment). Registration will open April 1 for a Summer Golf Camp to be held June 3-7.

For more information, contact Mike Arnold at (615) 377-6530, ext. 6620, or Mike.Arnold@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.

Love on the Lanes – Valentine’s Day at Kings Dining & Entertainment

4:00 pm | Thursday, Feb 14th

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Kings Dining & Entertainment is now taking reservations for Valentine’s Day for both small and large parties. Enjoy an extra special date night at Kings complete with their hand-crafted menu, bowling, games, and Karaoke.

Kings Dining & Entertainment recommends starting the evening with dinner in The Draft Room. The menu is complete with an array of food and beverage options, which span from American favorites and comfort foods with a twist to healthy alternatives, all prepared from scratch daily. Most recent additions to the menu include: the Tuna Poke Bowl Salad, Creamy Tomato Bisque Fondue and Chocolate Cookie Fondue, fit to be the perfect Valentine’s Day dessert! Following dinner, guests can continue their evening with bowling featuring a special Valentine’s Day promotion: “Love on the Lanes,” when guests bowl two games they will get their third game free after 9 pm. To finish off the evening, King’s will be hosting “Battle of the Couples” karaoke night which will begin at 9 pm in The Whiskey Room Live.

Kings Dining & Entertainment is now accepting ‘Dine Then Bowl’ reservations for small and large parties. To book a reservation online, you can do so here. Walk-ins are also welcome. For more information about Kings Dining & Entertainment, please visit https://www.kings-de.com/coolsprings-franklin.

February 14th, 2019

4pm – 11pm

Kings Dining & Entertainment

1910 Galleria Blvd.

Franklin, TN 37067

Cost of dinner/bowling

Reserve tables at https://www.kings-de.com/promotions-all-venues/dine-then-bowl

Emerging Leaders United Mixer

5:30 pm | Wednesday, Jan 23rd

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Emerging Leaders United, a United Way leadership and professional development program, kicks off 2019 with a free mixer featuring guest speaker Kevin Dyson, a former Tennessee Titan. The professionals group looks forward to networking and sharing their purpose and activities while enjoying a casual evening with the community.

Sport Outings Planned for Area Seniors

8:22 pm | Tuesday, Jan 8th

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The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCPR) invites area seniors (55+) to participate in two upcoming outings at area attractions. The activities are open to the public.

Indoor Rock Climbing at The Ascent
Join us for a fun trip of rock climbing at The Ascent indoor rocking climbing gym in Murfreesboro on Wednesday, January 30. Interested, but unsure of your abilities? Discover what you can do on the rock wall where even the most inexperienced can reach new heights. Admission, climbing gear, and a belay lesson will be provided. The group will depart the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin, TN at 1:00 p.m. Cost is $23 per person (includes transportation, admission to climbing gym, and equipment rental). Register online at www.wcparksandrec.com. Registration code #13184.

Extreme Escape Game

Join us on Friday, February 15 for a fun and challenging trip in Franklin.. Be entertained and mesmerized as the group works together to solve puzzles to finish the Escape game. The theme is “The Grand Illusion”, and it is sure to please. Come share the fun, laughter and help with the ESCAPE. The group will depart the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin, TN at 10:00 a.m. Cost is $54 per person. Afterwards, lunch (Dutch treat) will be at Old Chicago Pizza. Registration continues through February 14 or until full at www.wcparksandrec.com. Registration code #13189.

Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization benefitting 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.