Winter Ball: A Father-Daughter Dance
2024-02-10 15:30 - 17:00, 2024-02-10 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave, Franklin, 37064
Girls, grab your Dad (Step-Dad, Uncle, Grandpa or Special Person) and join us for a beautiful Winter Ball held at the Enrichment Center (110 Everbright Ave)! There will be light refreshments to enjoy while a DJ plays the latest hits and provides entertainment you are sure to love. Each couple will receive a complimentary picture memento of the evening! Siblings are welcome to join in on the fun for a discounted rate of $15.
*NOTE: Only register the child(ren)
*Discount only applies to family members and registration for second child must be completed in the same transaction.
For more information about this event please contact Evan Smith at Evan.Smith@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.

Nashville Spartans Hockey
2024-02-10 19:30 - 22:30 | Gary Force Acura Ice Rink, 7235 Haley Industrial Drive, Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
Join us for an adrenaline-pumping hockey showdown as the Nashville Spartans hit the ice to face off against the Buffalo Stampede, in an action-packed USPHL (United States Premier Hockey League) game!

PFLAG Franklin LGBT Support Group
2024-02-12 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-03-11 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 501 W. Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
A support meeting for LGBT individuals, their families, friends, and allies. Confidential gathering and all are welcome. Not a political or religious organization.

Motor City Magic
2024-02-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-02-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Wiliamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064
The Williamson County Performing Arts Center is proud to present a musical tribute to the legendary artists of Motown! Motor City Magic pays homage to the record label that transformed American pop music and defined a generation. Three vocalists and a live band will take you back in time through the history of Motown’s biggest artists with all of their greatest hits. Featured artists include Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, The Temptations and more!
Friday, February 16th at 7pm
Saturday, February 17th at 7pm
Tickets:
Reserved Seating
Adults: $27.50
Seniors (55+): $25

Oddity Improv Monday Night Shows
2024-02-19 19:30, 2024-02-26 19:30, 2024-03-04 19:30, 2024-03-11 19:30, 2024-03-18 19:30 | The Mockingbird Theatre, 230 Franklin Rd, Franklin, 37064
Oddity Improv is a non-profit theatre company based in Franklin, TN on a mission to empower and build confidence through the joy of improv and sketch-comedy. Every Monday night we perform clean-ish improv shows at the Mockingbird Theatre! Our talented performers will deliver unique performances keeping you entertained with their quick wit and hilarious antics. Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled evening you won’t forget! Tickets are available for purchase online at www.oddityimprov.com. Bar opens at 6pm; doors at 7pm. Ideal for ages 13 and up – see you there!

Nashville Spartans Hockey
2024-02-23 19:30 - 22:30, 2024-02-24 19:30 - 22:30 | Gary Force Acura Ice Rink, 7235 Haley Industrial Drive, Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
Join us for an adrenaline-pumping hockey showdown as the Nashville Spartans hit the ice to face off against the Cincinnati Cyclones, in an action-packed USPHL (United States Premier Hockey League) game!

Lunch & Learn at Williamson County Animal Center
2024-02-27 12:00 - 13:00 | TN
All are invited to have lunch on WCAC and learn about the animal center! Dates will vary each month and space is limited, so reserve your seat now. Beginning at 12:00pm, guest will be treated to a boxed lunch (bottled water also provided) while they get a look into the programs and services offered at WCAC and the impact we have in our community. Following an introduction to the programs and services at the center, guests will then tour the cat and dog adoption areas of the shelter.

Lantern Hike at Owl's Hill
2024-03-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Spring Lantern Hikes
Friday, March 1, 2024
6 – 8 pm
Friday, April 12, 2024
7:30 – 9:30 pm
Cost: $18 / person
Ages 12+. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Gate opens 30 minutes before program start. Program begins promptly at noted time. No late entries. No exceptions.
Pack dinner and arrive early to picnic on the grounds. We are a pack-in/pack-out facility – please plan to take your trash with you.
Come along on a nighttime adventure! We’ll explore the woods at night by lantern light, listen for the sounds of nocturnal animals including owls, coyotes, crickets and frogs, and share stories about the history of Owl’s Hill.
This program is for adventurers who are looking for a longer hike than our typical evening programs. The route is 1.5 miles of moderately challenging natural surface trail. Participants can expect moderate uphill and downhill hiking as well as areas of uneven terrain. Once the hike departs, participants are expected to stay with the group for the duration of the hike.
Closed-toe shoes suitable for hiking are strongly recommended.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, participants are not permitted to carry additional sources of light (headlamps, flashlights, etc.). Lanterns will be provided.

2024 Kite Festival
2024-03-03 13:00 - 16:00 | TN
Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCPR) is partnering with Chicago Kite to host WCPR’s inaugural Kite Festival on Sunday, March 5 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd., Franklin. Mark your calendars so you won’t miss this FREE family event with numerous kinds of kites and stunt kites; some even reaching 100 feet in the air!
Franklin Recreation Center – Soccer Fields
Date: Sunday, March 3
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
FREE to Everyone!

The Lady and the Empress The Life and Music of Bessie Smith
2024-03-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Williamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Williamson County Performing Arts Center presents The Lady and the Empress, a one-woman theatrical performance based on the life and music of 1920s blues legend, Bessie Smith, the Empress of the Blues. Written and performed by Doris Fields (Lady D) and backed by a 4-piece band, the show follows the life of Bessie Smith from her beginnings in Chattanooga and the tent shows of the South to the glamorous stages of Harlem. This 90-minute presentation is both entertaining and educational and features many of Smith’s most popular songs, including “T’ain’t Nobody’s Business If I Do,” “Nobody Knows You When You’re Down and Out” and more.
Sunday, March 3rd at 4pm
Tickets:
Reserved Seating
Adults: $27.50
Seniors (55+): $25
Students/Children (12 & Under): $20

Rising 2025 High School Seniors
2024-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 | TN
Calling all 2025 Graduating Seniors!
YOU ARE INVITED TO A SPECIAL NIGHT CELEBRATING YOU!
March 5th 2024 6:00-8:00 PM
Senior and parent invited to
a night of prizes, food, music, selfie stations and more at the Historical Downtown Franklin Theater!
We will be giving away a photoshoot for a lucky winner to be photographed anywhere they want to go in the continental United States!
Space is limited so register now to reserve your ticket!
https://portraits.mistywestebbephotography.art/2025senior-1861954991358993255489

19 Miles to Music Row: Brian White
2024-03-05 18:30 - 21:00 | Main Campus at First United Methodist Church, 120 Aldersgate Way, Franklin, 37069
BRIAN WHITE COMING MARCH 5 TO THE 19 MILES TO MUSIC ROW STAGE
Brian White is passionate about writing songs. With over 400 cuts to his credit, his work has earned him Sixteen #1’s, 2 Dove Awards, SESAC Song of The Year as well as ACM , CMA, and Grammy Nominations. His songs have been recorded by such artists as Rascal Flatts, Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean
( Including Jason’s #1 “Blame It On You”) , Gary Allan, Rodney Atkins ( #1 song ”Watching You” – Billboard Song of The Year) The Swon Brothers, Steve Holy, Earl Scruggs, Terri Clark, Kix Brooks, Blackhawk, as well as Canadian and Australian Country stars.
This event is FREE and open to the community.

Founders Live Nashville
2024-03-06 18:00 - 21:00 | TN
It’s that exciting time again! Founders Live hashtag#Nashville is back on March 6th. As part of the audience, you will be the judge of the latest and greatest new product. Hear from 5 of the best new startups in Nashville. Reserve your tickets now.
For a special treat, you will also hear from the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center student founders.
Founders
First Rule – Joel Robert Kaiser
Xuron – Ian Nott
IRegained Inc. – Vineet Johnson
Solved Health.AI – John Kepley
Trace Femcare – Claire Crunk, WHNP
Future Founders
Markify
Hidden Adventures
Written by Raya
Grab your tickets here – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/founders-live-nashville-tickets-830482815457?aff=oddtdtcreator
Free Parking

Alzheimer's Association Impact Breakfast
2024-03-07 08:00 - 09:00 | HCA Healthcare Building 4, 2555 Park Plaza, Nashville, 37203
At this event, you will hear a little bit about our work and how The Alzheimer’s Association partners with organizations to help further our mission of a world without Alzheimer’s. We will also have a research update to hear about the latest treatments and projects that are going on.
RSVP to Kelley Marshburn at kmarshburn@alz.org
Alzheimer’s disease is a growing public health crisis in Tennessee. The impact of Alzheimer’s is projected to rise, and the most recent data show:
120,000 people aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s in Tennessee.
13% of people aged 45 and older have subjective cognitive decline.
367,000 family caregivers bear the burden of the disease in Tennessee.
496 million hours of unpaid care provided by Alzheimer’s caregivers.
$7.7 billion is the value of the unpaid care.
$1 billion is the cost of Alzheimer’s to the state Medicaid program.

Naturalist Workshop: Beginning Birding
2024-03-09 08:00 - 10:30 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
March Workshop: Beginning Birding
Saturday, March 9 | 8 – 10:30 am
$20/ person
Ages 14+ (minors must be accompanied by a registered adult)
Get ready for spring migration with this introduction to bird watching and bird identification. Learn the basics of bird identification by sight and sound using a field guide or digital app. This program will also discuss how to choose and use binoculars and how to share your findings with digital citizen science apps like eBird and iNaturalist.
Bring binoculars! There will also be a limited number of binoculars to borrow. Participants are welcome to bring field guides or load a digital field guide like Sibley or Audubon on their smartphone.
Instructor: Laura Smith, OHNS Staff Naturalist

St. Patrick's Royally Fun Cookie Class
2024-03-16 09:00 - 10:30 | Sugar Drop, 574 Franklin Rd., Suite 110, Franklin, 37069, United States
Join us for a Basic Beginner Cookie Class. In this class, students will work on a set of cookies all inspired by St. Patrick’s Day!
All supplies are included for this event. This event is great for a group of friends, a father-daughter outing, a mom & me, or anyone wanting to play with their food!
Cost: 60.00 for the set of cookies
Refunds and Cancellations
Sugar Drop reserves the right to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment or inclement weather. A full refund will be issued if Sugar Drop must cancel a class for these reasons and will notify students 48 hours prior if a class will be canceled due to low enrollment.

St Patrick's Day DIY Cake Event
2024-03-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Sugar Drop, 574 Franklin Rd., Suite 110, Franklin, 37069, United States
Looking for a fun sweet event to do this weekend? Stop by Sugar Drop and create a one-of-a-kind cake to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!
Guests will receive a pre-iced 6”, buttercream, fondant, and tons of decorations. Guests can stay and play and let their imaginations run wild. Boxes will be provided for guests to take home their masterpieces. Let us handle the fuss and you handle the fun!
Event Fee: 40.00
Refunds and Cancellations
Sugar Drop reserves the right to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment or inclement weather. A full refund will be issued if Sugar Drop must cancel a class for these reasons and will notify students 48 hours prior if a class will be canceled due to low enrollment.

The Sternwheelers
2024-03-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Wiliamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064
The Sternwheelers are an Irish-Americana band based in Nashville, TN. Drawing from the canon of both Irish and American traditions they present a unique crossover “transatlantic” folk. This show consists of original music, traditional Irish tune sets, ballads, pub songs and some unique interpretations of music from other genres. In keeping with the folk tradition their arrangements are all individually their own. The Sternwheelers offer something new, fresh and fun steeped in history and tradition.
Saturday, March 16th at 7pm
Tickets:
Reserved Seating
Adults: $27.50
Seniors: $25

Franklin Tomorrow's FrankTalks: Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
2024-03-18 09:00 - 10:30 | High Hopes, 301 High Hopes Court, Franklin, 37064
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, so join Franklin Tomorrow on Monday, March 18, as we hear from three different organizations making a difference in the lives of those living with developmental disabilities as part of our monthly FrankTalks lecture.
Invited to speak as a panel are representatives from High Hopes Development Center, which will be hosting the event, as well as Waves Inc. and Brightstone. Each will describe their services, but also tell stories about how lives are being positively impacted.
High Hopes is located at 301 High Hopes Court in Franklin, off South Royal Oaks Boulevard.
FrankTalks is presented monthly usually on the second Monday of the month at various locations around Franklin by Franklin Tomorrow and presenting partner Renasant Bank. Sustaining partners Atmos Energy and Williamson Health are also part of the program. The date was moved this month due to Spring Break in area schools.
The event starts at 9 a.m. with a 30-minute coffee social provided by Lyon Leadership Group, the local McDonald’s franchisee. The hour-long program begins at 9:30 a.m.

Mobile Blood Drive
2024-03-21 09:00 - 14:00 | Morning Pointe of Brentwood, 1522 Wilson Pike, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Come join us for a mobile blood drive with Blood Assurance at Morning Pointe of Brentwood. They will be on site in our parking lot from 9:00a to 2:00p. Schedule your donation using the website: bloodassurance.org/morningpointe
We look forward to seeing you there!

Buttercream 101
2024-03-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Sugar Drop, 574 Franklin Rd., Suite 110, Franklin, 37069, United States
Sugar Drop is excited to offer Buttercream 101. In this basic class you will learn techniques and tips on the following:
Baking layers for a cake
Filling a Piping Bag
Buttercream Consistencies
Covering and Smoothing Cake
Basic round techniques
Recipes will be included for the perfect buttercream and chocolate cake.
Guests will need to bring a turntable. All other supplies are included in the cost of 75.00.
Refunds and Cancellations
Sugar Drop reserves the right to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment or inclement weather. A full refund will be issued if Sugar Drop must cancel a class for these reasons and will notify students 48 hours prior if a class will be canceled due to low enrollment.

The STAR Program presents Finding Nemo Kids
2024-03-22 18:30 - 20:30 | Williamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064
The STAR program (ages 7-12) classes in College Grove, Franklin, and Nolensville present Disney’s Finding Nemo Kids, a 30-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo KIDS brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.
