The Bellamy Brothers

8:00 pm | Friday, Jun 23rd

The Bellamy Brothers – The Franklin Theatre

Howard and David continue to prove that the trail they’ve ridden to fame has been as unique as their music itself-music that is now celebrating 40 years of success.

The road that started on the pop music charts in the ‘70s, took a winding turn into country music in the ‘80s, paving the way for duos to come, such as Brooks & Dunn, Montgomery Gentry, Big & Rich, and previously-The Judds. But, before the road forked into country, the musical odyssey of brothers Bellamy started creatively smoldering in their home state of Florida, before exploding nationally amidst the ’70s pop music culture of L.A.

The Bellamy Brothers latest project is their new album titled ’40 Years’ is an ambitious project that celebrates their career with 20 of their biggest hits and then adds 20 brand new songs in this 2 cd anniversary collection.

MADE SOUTH Franklin Announces Chefs and Makers for June 30-July 1 Events

3:26 pm | Friday, Jun 23rd

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Experience the best makers, food, drink, music and art in the South!

MADE SOUTH Franklin is coming up next week! Here’s the list of Southern chefs and makers that will make this event so special. Event details below. For more information on MADE SOUTH, please visit www.madesouth.com

MADE SOUTH Franklin VIP Party

Friday, June 30, 2017 from 5p-9p

Early shopping with more than 100 of the finest makers & artisans from 9 different Southern states
Special food tastings at the Eat Y’all Tasting Stations featuring Daniel Herget of Little Octopus, Brandon Chavannes of MOTO, Levon Wallace of Gray & Dudley and former Master Chef winner Whitney Miller
Two drink tickets for cocktails by Eli Mason, Rabbit Hole Bourbon and Cathead Vodka, or local beers from Mill Creek Brewing Co.
Southern distiller samples featuring Cathead Distillery(Mississippi), Chattanooga Whiskey (Tennessee), Donner-Peltier Distillers (Louisiana), H Clark Distillery (Tennessee), Rabbit Hole Distilling (Kentucky), John Emerald Distilling Co. (Alabama) and Seersucker Southern Style Gin (Texas)
Guaranteed MADE SOUTH reusable tote bag
A copy of the premier edition of OKRA Magazine
Live music
VIP wristband for early admission to Saturday’s event
21+ event
Rain or shine
Free parking

MADE SOUTH Franklin

Saturday, July 1, 2017, from 10a-5p (VIP admission begins at 9a)

#ShopSouthern with more than 100 of the finest makers & artisans in the South
Special food tastings at the Eat Y’all Tasting Stations featuring Jen Mello of Frothy Monkey Bakery, Brandon Frohne & Team of Holler & Dash, Andy Chapman of Eat Y’all, Andrew Whitney of Virago, Tiffany Riches of Baked in Nashville, Bryan Weaver of Butcher & Bee, Matt Bolus of 404 Kitchen and Nick Pihakis & Team of Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q
Southern distiller samples for 21+ guests featuring Cathead Distillery (Mississippi), Chattanooga Whiskey(Tennessee), Donner-Peltier Distillers (Louisiana), H Clark Distillery (Tennessee), Rabbit Hole Distilling (Kentucky), John Emerald Distilling Co. (Alabama) and Seersucker Southern Style Gin (Texas)
Live music
Free parking
Family friendly
Rain or shine
Children 12 years of age or younger admitted free with paying adult
First 2,000 guests on Saturday receive a complimentary MADE SOUTH reusable tote bag

Sunset Concert Series returns to Carnton this Sunday

5:39 pm | Monday, Jun 19th

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The Battle of Franklin Trust will host its annual Sunset Concert Series this Sunday, June 25 at Carnton. The Sunset Concert Series is a family-friendly, summer tradition providing outdoor concerts on the east lawn of Carnton. This week’s musical act is Music City Stones: A Rolling Stones Tribute.

Event gates open at 5 p.m. and concerts take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Guests may bring chairs, blankets and picnics. Food and beverage, including alcohol, is permitted. Food trucks and a drink tent with beer, wine and mint juleps will also be onsite. Pets, tents and grills are not allowed. Parking is free and available on- site. Tickets purchased in advance are $5 for children ages 6-15, $10 for adults. Tickets are also available at the gate for $12. Tickets may be purchased ahead of time at Carnton or The Carter House, as well as online at www.boft.org.

When:

Sunday, June 25
Gates open at 5 p.m.
Music from 6 – 8 p.m.

Location:

Carnton

1345 Eastern Flank Circle

Franklin, TN 37064

2017 Concert Line Up:

June 25 – Music City Stones – A Rolling Stones Tribute

July 30 – Resurrection – A Journey Tribute

The Battle of Franklin Trust

Organizer of Carnton Sunset Concert Series

The Battle of Franklin Trust, which manages The Carter House and Carnton hosts the Sunset Concert Series to bring the local community together with a celebration of summer and music. The Sunset Concert Series is open to all ages and provides a fun and friendly atmosphere to kick-off the summer season in Franklin.

Magic at the Mansion – A Father’s Day Event

12:00 pm | Sunday, Jun 18th

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Oaklands Mansion and the Middle Tennessee Magic Club have joined together to offer a special treat for fathers. On Sunday, June 18, dads and their families can enjoy some time on the lawn of the Mansion. Along with magic shows, Christie-Q BBQ’s food truck, music, cigars and free tours will be available to pamper dads.

Three magic shows are scheduled and dads can tour the mansion for FREE. Family members will receive a discounted tour for $5.00 each. This event will take place from 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Ticket prices are $10 each or $25 per family. Oaklands Mansion is located at 901 North Maney Avenue. Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Tickets can be purchased by calling 615-809-4776, at the visitors center Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m.-4 p.m. or through our website www.oaklandsmansion.org.

Oaklands Mansion is nestled in Oaklands Park, a native tree arboretum and natural wetlands, which includes Maney Spring as well as heritage and native gardens. Oaklands Visitors Center houses a gift shop and Maney Reception Hall for special events and temporary exhibitions. For more information visit www.OaklandsMansion.org, find Oaklands Mansion on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

*Oaklands After Dark photo credit Nathaniel Studios

Westhaven Porchfest

3:00 pm | Saturday, Jun 17th

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Franklin, TN Events and Things to Do!

Saturday, the 6th Annual Westhaven Porchfest, on June 17, 2017 from 4:00 to 10:00 PM!

Westhaven Porchfest, a music and art festival that transforms porches into performance stages and streets into a makers fair.

Check here for more information!

For Everyone

WESTHAVEN COMMUNITY

1001 Westhaven Boulevard

Franklin, Tennessee 37064

615.791.6740

Wine Down Main Street 17 Tickets Now Available Online

6:37 pm | Friday, Jun 16th

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FRANKLIN, TN (06/16/17) – On Saturday, November 4, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. downtown Franklin comes alive with Wine Down Main Street, a unique wine tasting event that takes place along Historic Main Street in Franklin, Tennessee. Voted the number one Fundraiser/Charity Event for the tenth straight year in the Sizzle Awards, it’s the best night out all year: the streets are closed to traffic; wines, beers and spirits, provided by Lipman Brothers, are poured in the shops; food samplings are provided by area restaurants; and local musicians entertain you along the way.

Wine Down Main Street benefits Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee, Franklin and Fairview Clubs, and has raised more than $1,715,148 since its inception in support of youth ages 5 – 18 years old.

Specially priced e-tickets are $75 per person until October 13, and $85 per person after that. VIP tickets are $125 per person and include admission to the VIP lounge at the Red House with open bar, hors d’oeuvres and live music. Premium VIP tickets may also be purchased for $200 and include a gift bag of items such as gift certificates, wine, and jewelry. Both VIP and Premium VIP tickets are limited. Advance tickets may be purchased at www.WineDownMainStreet.com. Tickets sold in the shops along Main Street will be available for purchase in September.

Event sponsors (as of June 15, 2017) include: A to Z Sports; Berry Farms, A Boyle Development; Buerger, Moseley, & Carson; Franklin Synergy Bank; Harry’s Fresh Foods; Loy Hardcastle, Parks Realty; HCA Tristar; Nationwide Insurance: Randy Jones & Associates; Reliant Bank; Renasant Bank; Renewal by Anderson; Ryman Hospitality; Shofner Vision Center; Nicole and Philip Steen; US Bank; and Williamson Source.

Sponsors receive numerous advantages ranging from various advertisements to tickets and product placement opportunities. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Denise Carothers, Resource Development Director, Williamson County, at 615-628-8188 or dcarothers@bgcmt.org.

Participating vendors (as of June 15, 2017) include: Avec Moi; boutiquemmm; Dion’s South; Emmaline; Finnley’s Good Findings; Harlin Meyerhoff; Jack Yacoubian Jewelers; Johnnie Q; JONDIE; Kilwin’s Franklin; Merridee’s Breadbasket; Mimi & Dottie; Rare Prints Gallery; Shop Around the Corner; The Cellar on Main; The Heirloom Shop; The Red House; The Registry; Twine Graphics; Vue Optique; Walton’s Antique Jewelry; and Yarrow Acres.

Participating restaurants (as of June 15, 2017) include: Bone Fish Grill; Capitol Coffee; Cool Café; Crumb de la Crumb; Frothy Monkey; Granite City Restaurant & Brewery; Jim n Nick’s; Kilwin’s Franklin; Merridee’s Breadbasket; Mimi’s Girl Artisan Bakery; Nama Sushi Bar; Newk’s; Nothing Bundt Cakes; Olivia Olive Oil; Papa C Pies; Paul’s Chocolate Gallery; Puckett’s Boat House; Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant; Scout’s Pub; Taziki’s; and The Comfy Cow.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee

For more than 114 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee (BGCMT) has enabled all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Annually, more than 4,000 youth are served at eight Middle Tennessee Boys & Girls Clubs and through community outreach initiatives. Clubs are located in Davidson & Williamson counties. Boys & Girls Clubs provides a safe place, professional caring staff, fun and friendship, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily basis during critical non-school hours. Priority programs emphasize academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. To learn more, please visit www.bgcmt.org, like us on Facebook [GreatFuturesStartHere] or follow us on Twitter @BGCMT.

Tim O’Brien With Jan Fabricius

8:00 pm | Saturday, Jun 10th

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Tim O’Brien With Jan Fabricius – The Franklin Theatre – Franklin, TN Events

Grammy winning singer songwriter and multi instrumentalist Tim O’Brien grew up singing in church and in school, and after seeing Doc Watson on TV, became a lifelong devotee of old time and bluegrass music. Tim first toured nationally in the 1980’s with Colorado bluegrass band Hot Rize. Kathy Mattea scored a country hit with his song Walk The Way The Wind Blows in 1986, and soon more artists like Nickel Creek and Garth Brooks covered his songs. Over the years, Tim has released 15 solo CD’s, as well as collaborations with his sister Mollie O’Brien, songwriter Darrell Scott, and noted old time musician Dirk Powell. He’s performed or recorded with Steve Earle, Mark Knopfler, Bill Frisell, and Steve Martin, and produced records for Yonder Mountain Stringband, David Bromberg, and Canada’s Old Man Luedecke.

O’Brien’s solo shows feature his solid guitar, fiddle, and banjo, along with his engaging vocals and harmony from Jan Fabricius. Expect a range of original compositions and traditional arrangements from his many discs, mixed with stories and Tim’s self-deprecating humor.

For more information please see website.

Williamson County Parks & Recreation – New Brown Bag Concerts Begin

8:17 pm | Friday, Jun 9th

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FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERTS

Brown Bag series at Academy Park

Enjoy free live entertainment during lunch at the new Brown Bag concert series at Academy Park. The kick-off concert is Friday, June 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the outdoor amphitheater at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave.

Live entertainment will be provided by Nashville-based singer-songwriter Rachel Taylor who blends alternative folk, 50s country and unplugged pop. Heart Hunters will also be performing, blending their rich Southern harmonies on songs about love, loss and yearning. Rounding out the performers is 2016 CCMA-nominated New Artist of the Year, April Nicole, with traditional Country ballads. April will be accompanied by her multi-talented seven-year-old daughter Sophia.

There will be food trucks on hand with delicious lunch items for sale, or you can bring your own. The concert is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring chairs or a blanket for seating. A Brown Bag concert is also planned for June 30.

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 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.

Hammers & High Heels

6:30 pm | Saturday, Jun 3rd

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Hammers & High Heels – Saturday, June 3rd, 2017 – Liberty Hall at the Factory at Franklin

Cocktail reception – “Hammer” and “High Heel” hand-crafted cocktails loving created by Grays’ on Main and featuring H. Clark Distillery‘s small-batched Tennessee Bourbon & Dry Gin

Passed apps and full Southern buffet from Sizzle Award-Winning Catering by Suzette

The “Live 80s X-Perience” dance party of Rubiks Groove

Late-night hors d’oeuvres compliments of Stoney River

Please see website for more information.

Oaklands Presents Magic at the Mansion for Father’s Day

8:55 pm | Thursday, Jun 1st

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“Oaklands Plantation began in 1815. Dr. James Maney and his wife, Sallie Murfree Maney, built a two room brick house next to a large spring north of Murfreesboro”, says Karen Whitaker, Special Events Representative at Oaklands Mansion. “It was on this tract of land that the Maney’s constructed what would become one of the most elegant homes in Middle Tennessee. It was in honor of Sallie Murfree Maney’s father, that our city was named Murfreesborough and later shortened to Murfreesboro”.