Williamson, Inc.

Mad Hatter's Tea Party
2023-04-01 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Don’t be late for a very important date! Join Dreams Do Come True Princess Parties for this year’s Mad Hatters Tea Party where guests will be served light refreshments, partake in fun crafts, have a special guest for story time followed by an egg hunt. Participants are sure to have a good time!
Please note that this is a children’s event and each child must be accompanied by an adult. All parties will be required to register and a $10 per adult discount will be shown upon checkout.

Underwater Egg Hunt
2023-04-01 10:00 - 13:30
Join WCPR as we explore under the water in search for eggs at the Longview Rec Center Indoor pool. Bring your basket or bag and see how many eggs you can collect Whether you collect 1 egg or 20 there is excitement for everyone! For Children 2-12 years, 2-4 year old’s require a parent in the water with the child. Personal flotation devices required for those who cannot swim.
Therapeutic: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Ages 2-4: 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Ages 5-7: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages 8-10: 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
Ages 11 – 12: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Hoppin' Hounds Egg Hunt
2023-04-01 14:00 - 14:30, 2023-04-01 14:30 - 15:15
Dog-gone it, don’t leave your pup out of the fun this Easter! All pups and their human companions are invited to this “Eggciting” Easter Egg Hunt for dogs! To ensure every pup enjoys an intimidation free egg hunt, we are offering two times –
EGG HUNT TIMES AND CHECK-IN
Dogs Under 30lb.
• 2:00 p.m. Check-in tables open
• 2:30 p.m. Egg Hunt Begins
Dogs Over 30lb.
• 2:30 p.m. Check-in tables open
• 3:15 p.m. Egg Hunt Begins
All pet-loving friends and families are welcome to join too! After the egg hunt, be sure to visit with our pet-friendly vendors, the doggy and human food trucks, and get you and your pup’s photo with the Easter Bunny! All dogs must have current vaccinations, be leashed and under control of an adult handler at all times. Proceeds from the egg hunt will go to benefit the Williamson County Animal Center.
For more information contact Rachel Crosslin at Rachel.Crosslin@williamsoncounty-tn.gov
*Please note that this is a dog specific event and each dog must be accompanied by an adult handler (age 18+).

PFLAG Franklin LGBT Support Group
2023-04-10 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.

11th Annual Great Futures Gala
2023-04-15 17:30 - 21:00 | Omni Nashville Hotel, 250 Rep. John Lewis Way South, Nashville, 37203
Save the date for the 11th Annual Great Futures Gala!
This is an exciting evening where 700+ guests join together to benefit the youth served by Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee. The event features a cocktail party, silent auction, dinner, live auction, and, of course, a performance by a special celebrity guest.

Runway of Hope
2023-04-16 15:00 - 17:30 | Liberty Hall in the Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, 37064
Join us for High Hopes’ inaugural Runway of Hope, an inclusive fashion show featuring our children and pop-up shopping opportunities. We look forward to celebrating our children and families while raising community awareness about the mission and importance of High Hopes.

Estate Planning and Funeral Preplanning Dine and Learn!
2023-04-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Cheddar Scratch Kitchen, 1654 Westgate Circle, Brentwood, 37027
Let us buy you dinner!!
Gordon Law Group and Williamson Memorial are partnering to answer your questions and teach you what you don’t know about estate planning and funeral preplanning.
Please RSVP!

Insight: This could be one of the best decisions you make...plan for it.
2023-04-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Churchill Mortgage, 1749 Mallory Lane, Brentwood, 37027
Most people don’t plan to fail. They just fail to plan. Join Ben Vos with Apex Moving + Storage and Jacqueline McDonald with Fusion Real Estate as they discuss the importance of advance planning in the process of making a home-buying decision. Come learn how professional moving and real estate services can help you make big changes that work for you and how to avoid common pitfalls and mistakes in the process.
Churchill Mortgage
1749 Mallory Lane
Brentwood, TN 37027
First Floor Conference Room
Opening Networking 5:30 PM
Presentation Begins 6:00 PM

Family Camp Out
2023-04-22 16:30 - 2023-04-23 08:30 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Saturday, April 22 to Sunday, April 23, 2023
Check-In / Set-up: 4:30 pm (Saturday)
Programming Begins at 6 pm (No late entries. No exceptions.)
Check-Out: 8:30 am (Sunday)
Cost: $100/Tent (up to 4 family members per tent; 10′ x 20′ tent space)
Ages: 6+ years
For one night ONLY, Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary opens its gates for a family overnight camping experience. Bring your OWN tent, s’more fixings and camping chairs. Eat dinner prior to arrival OR arrive early and bring a picnic dinner to eat at Owl’s Hill. Please note: grills, camping stoves and personal campfires are not permitted.
Activities Include:
Marshmallow Roast (bring your own s’mores fixings)
Owl Presentation
Guided Night Hike
Take Home Craft
Light Breakfast in the Morning

Sunday Swing
2023-04-23 15:00 - 17:00
Put on your dancing shoes on and join us at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center for Sunday Swing on Sunday, April 23, 2023, featuring Middle Tennessee’s premier big band, 5 Points Swing Band under the direction of Chuck Hamilton. Each ticket includes a complimentary dance lesson at 2:30, followed by dancing accompanied by the 5 Points Swing Band from 3:00-5:00pm. Dance floor provided.
Space is limited! Tickets will not be sold at the door and must be purchased in advance.
Accessible seating is available upon request. Call (615) 786-0186 ex. 2524 or email wcpactn@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.

Franklin Tomorrow Breakfast With the Mayors
2023-04-25 07:00 - 09:00 | Rolling Hills Community Church, 1810 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Franklin Tomorrow’s quarterly Breakfast With the Mayors, featuring Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson and Franklin Mayor Dr. Ken Moore, as well as special guests, discussing topics and opportunities in our community. This event is free and features a networking breakfast provided by Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant and Lyon Leadership Group, our local McDonald’s franchisee.
Breakfast With the Mayors is presented by Pinnacle Financial Partners and Gresham Smith, with sustaining support by Atmos Energy and Williamson Health.

Healing Housing's 7th Annual Love Breakfast
2023-04-25 07:45 - 09:00 | Family Life Center, Brentwood United Methodist Church, 309 Franklin Rd, Brentwood, TN, 37027
Healing Housing, a nonprofit residential recovery program serving women with limited resources throughout Middle Tennessee who are healing from addiction, is hosting their 7th annual Love Breakfast fundraiser! The breakfast will be held at The Brentwood United Methodist Church on April 25th from 7:45 – 9:00 a.m. Healing Housing provides a stable home and extensive support services, rooted in love, acceptance and the power of community, to women transitioning from drug and alcohol treatment. We partner with local professionals, agencies and nonprofits to leverage the collective resources of our wonderful community so we can better help women healing from addiction continue to thrive. The women we serve are without financial resources, employment, health insurance or relationships to support them, and the annual Love Breakfast is vital in allowing us to continue this important work.
2023 LOVE BREAKFAST is themed Hand in Hand and will spotlight Healing Housing’s vital relationships as well as those critical to our graduates as they move back into the community. We will examine the bonds that help them—and each one of us—make it through difficult times to find hope and experience growth.
This year promises to be extra special with gifted artist, activist and music therapist Kyshona as the keynote speaker and performer. With a powerful presence, insight as a music therapist, and personal experience working with the women of Healing Housing, Kyshona promises to educate and inspire.
A special documentary will premiere at Hand in Hand, following women as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of life after Healing Housing.
Details: Event is free. Reservation is required. Tickets available for the public April 17th.
Breakfast served.

Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
2023-04-25 13:30 - 14:30 | Williamson County Public Library, 1314 Columbia Ave, Franklin, 37064
Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. Join us to learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s; the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia; stages and risk factors; current research and treatments available for some symptoms; and Alzheimer’s Association resources.
This workshop was designed for those interested in learning more about Alzheimer’s and other dementias. You will witness dementia experts and perspectives from individuals living with dementia and care partners.

Patricia Hart Society Spring Fundraiser
2023-04-26 17:30 - 19:30 | History and Culture Center, 108 Bridge St., Franklin, 37064
Join us for cocktails, hors d”oeuvres and a silent auction benefiting United Way’s work to strengthen early literacy featuring Jennifer Island Hillen, author and illustrator of Goodnight, Nashville.

Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center Ambassador Breakfast
2023-04-27 07:00 - 09:00 | The Westin Nashville, 807 Clark Place, Nashville, 37203
The VICC Ambassador Breakfast is happening on Thursday, April 27 from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Westin Nashville. We would love for you to join us for a morning showcasing the Ambassadors and their impact advancing groundbreaking cancer research. The event will feature two promising investigators and the audience will help select a discovery grant recipient for 2023. To purchase tickets or become a sponsor, please visit this link.

Neighbor Serving Neighbor Benefit Dinner
2023-04-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall in the Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, 37064
The GraceWorks annual dinner and auction is one of the highlights of the year for Williamson County. Celebrate with over 400 of your Neighbors and learn more about GraceWorks and its’ lasting impact on the community. Hear the mission and vision of this ministry and become equipped on how to better serve your Neighbors. Join us for an exciting spring event!

Shakespeare Education Experience
2023-04-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-04-28 19:00 - 21:00
TWO nights only! The Nashville Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare Education Experience directed by Nashville Shakespeare Festival’s Artistic Executive Director Denice Hicks. Join us on Thursday April 27th for a presentation of MACBETH (1 hour) & A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (30 minutes), and Friday, April 28th for ROMEO & JULIET (60 MINUTES) & A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (30 MINUTES). Five actors play multiple roles with minimal set and props, demonstrating the clarity and power of Shakespeare’s poetry from three of his most popular works. These three plays are touring the Mid-South region to remind us of the relevance of the stories, the importance of imagination and the joy of live theater. All ages are welcome, although MACBETH and ROMEO & JULIET deal with mature themes. For further information visit www.nashvilleshakes.org

Creative Writing Workshop
2023-04-29 09:30 - 12:00 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
April 29, May 20, and June 24, 2023
9:30am – Noon
$45 per workshop or $120 for all 3 (each workshop can be taken independently)
This morning workshop offers an opportunity for those who love nature, writing, and creativity to come together and pursue all three in a small group setting (10 person maximum). Facilitated in the Amherst Writers & Artists method, this workshop is designed to nurture the inherent creative abilities of every participant. Are you curious about writing in nature or about nature? Do you regularly journal or keep a blog? Do you write professionally? Has it been years since picking up a pen? Do you want to create a writing practice for yourself?
With nature as our inspiration and subject, we’ll write to at least three prompts with an opportunity to share with the group. This is not a critique workshop. When words are brand new on the page, we do not edit or perfect. We respond with what resonated in a strong way and what we remember. We’ll discuss the AWA philosophy and practices at the beginning of each workshop, and encourage participants to learn more here: Philosophy and Practices ⋆ Amherst Writers & Artists
What to bring:
Notebook and pen, journal and colored pencils, laptop — your choice!
Optional: A sack lunch to enjoy following the workshop, as well as comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent to explore the trails at Owl’s Hill.
Please plan to arrive by 9:15am to park, get settled in our space, and prepare to begin the workshop on time.
