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It was dark and stormy in Nashville on November 29th, but that didn’t stop the Christmas spirit from filling the Lipscomb University campus with holiday cheer.
Christmas shoppers at Franklin's CoolSprings Galleria can now not only buy gifts, but give them, with the new addition of three Light The World Giving Machines, which will be at the mall throughout the holiday season.
December may very well be one of the best months for free family events, which is great since the end of the month proves very, very expensive for most. The governor is inviting folks in to tour the Tennessee Residence, which will be decorated for the holidays. Franklin will be putting on th…
Four members of the 21st Judicial District Attorney’s Office were recognized for their work at the 2022 Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference in October.
Singer-songwriters gathered at the Franklin Theatre on Nov. 15 to support one of their own with a benefit concert and art show supporting 8-month-old Rose Daniel, daughter of local singer-songwriter Emily Daniel and husband Michael, who was born earlier this year with Biliary Atresia, a rare…
Lipscomb University is celebrating the start of the holiday season with the 18th annual Lighting of the Green, the community’s festive holiday tradition. This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 29, outside Lipscomb's Allen Arena.
The kids will be home from school for multiple days this week, and you’ll be ready to get out and enjoy each other not in your house. You’d think there’d be a lull in the free and cheap scene this week, but there’s plenty to choose from this long Thanksgiving weekend: Get out for a run befor…
The Franklin Police Department announced the death of retired FPD Lt. Ronald Edwin Giles at the age of 76.
Brentwood Academy will return their free community celebration Christmas in Brentwood for the second year on Dec. 4.
As these days get dark and the weather turns cold, this next week brings some opportunities to stay toasty. In light of Thanksgiving, there’s the chance to see the film "Gather" at the public library, and a meteor shower viewing tied to a thankfulness-themed bonfire. There’s also the chance …
The City of Franklin will hold their 2022 Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square on Dec. 2, featuring music by Matthew West, the Shine Your Light Singers, and more.
The City of Brentwood will host a variety of holiday events in December.
Toys and other gifts are currently being accepted across Williamson County for the upcoming holiday season.
We know it’s not even Thanksgiving yet, but this week brings the chance to get into the holiday spirit a little early. Is it too much to start shopping? To see Christmas lights? To take the kids to see Ol’ Saint Nick? We happen to think it’s never too early for anything that brings you joy.
The 21st District Recovery Court hosted their 11th Annual Community Breakfast on Monday which honored recently retired Williamson County Circuit Judge James G. Martin with the Gayle Moyer Harris award.
The Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee held their inaugural Skeleton Gala fundraiser on Oct. 29 which drew more than 250 attendees.
Franklin Tomorrow has announced the nominees for the 16th annual Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards to be held on Nov. 15.
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If you’ve seen a big blue trolley making its way through downtown Franklin, you’ve likely come across Franklin’s new hop-on, hop-off tour. The tour takes guests on a 90-minute loop of Franklin and Leiper’s Fork while sharing stories of the area’s past, present and future.
The costumes have all been put away, and hopefully the sugar highs from Halloween have come down by now. Now it’s time to save a little cash and find some free post-Halloween fun.
It's spooky season, and there’s no shortage of Halloween festivities to take part in with the goblins and ghouls. Get out and take in all that is PumpkinFest in Franklin along with thousands of other festival goers. Or check out a couple free creepy movie screenings at a plant sale or brewer…
Franklin Police Department's Sergeant Mike Stephens has been named “Officer of the Year” by the National Alliance on Mental Illness Tennessee.
As the leaves begin to change and turn even the shortest drive into a hunt for beautiful colors, there are several opportunities to enjoy the fall season. Take the family out to learn about the state’s landscapes, go to Shelby Park to see the leaves in person or learn more about the science …
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Over a hundred vendors showcased their handmade crafts in a square bordering Centennial Park at the 44th Annual Tennessee Craft Fair.
Williamson Medical Center and Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee will host a blood drive with Blood Assurance on Tuesday, Oct. 18.
Registration is now open for PumpkinFest's costume contest and community scarecrow contest ahead of the 37th annual celebration.
Things are getting spooky around Middle Tennessee. In addition to the pricey pumpkin farms that we know you’ll frequent this month, there are some free and cheap options lurking around the corner.
It’s officially October, which means the beginning of true fall and, of course, the beginning of hockey season. In this week’s installment, you can watch the Preds downtown on a big screen, take the kids to a bilingual storytime or take the family to a festival that pays homage to all of the…
The Brentwood Fire and Rescue Department will hold their 11th annual Public Safety Day Festival this Saturday with children's activities, fire displays and more.
The Franklin Fire Department is kicking off Fire Prevention Week with their chalk art contest where you could win one of five $100 gift cards.
The Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival returned to Franklin on September 24 and 25. Pilgrimage, like any other festival, is where people can come together to experience a day’s worth of non-stop live music.
We’re starting to see words like craft and apple and pumpkin in the listings for activities with the family, and that’s reflected in this week’s batch of cheap fun:
Bridges Domestic Violence Center will host this year's Annual Jokers and Jackpots Gala on November 5 with an 80's theme.
Battle Ground Academy’s Upper School Drama Department will present "The Mouse that Roared" this week.
Brentwood celebrated the grand opening of their first inclusive playground at Granny White Park on Saturday.
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The annual Franklin fest also brings hot sets from Celisse, Rosie Flores and more
The lovely shock of cooler weather a couple days this week, along with the actual first day of fall, is coming alongside some chances to engage in fall fun with the family: In this week’s installment, you can plan a night away from the kids at a Parents Night Out, check out a family church c…
The Franklin Fire Department and High Hopes Development Center will hold a free car seat check-up event on September 29th.
The end of September is approaching quickly, and the cooler temps are making going outside more bearable. This week we are featuring a little of the indoor and out: You can go dance at the Nashville Ballet at a free class, celebrate Hispanic culture at the Adventure Science Center or relax o…
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The 26th Annual Chukkers for Charity polo match drew hundreds to Franklin's Orrin Ingram's Riverview Farm on Saturday to celebrate the sport, making this year's event the "most successful" in the history of the charity match, despite the rainy weather.
The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department is seeking the public's input on future funding for the county's various recreation facilities.
Franklin's K-9 Korral dog park inside of The Park at Harlinsdale Farm is closed until early October as crews set up for the 2022 Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival.
Brentwood's first inclusive playground will have a grand opening ceremony on Sept. 24.
September is absolutely packed with family-friendly events in the Middle Tennessee area. And it’s a wide spectrum in this week’s edition of Five Free and Cheap things: You can check out art for a good cause at Starry Night, learn some karate at a free workshop or take the whole family for an…
The 2022 Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival is just weeks away, and they are still seeking volunteers to help make this year's event a success.
It’s almost time to celebrate Tennessee apple season.
The Heritage at Brentwood will host a free workshop to address downsizing on Sept. 15.
Battle Ground Academy is inviting members of the community to attend its upcoming parenting event and book talk Monday, Sept. 19, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Sondra Morris and Robert N. Moore, Jr. ’52 Center for Arts and Entrepreneurship Theater.
The League of Women Voters of Williamson County will host Fairview High School teacher Kevin Sizemore during its September meeting, who will discuss student's ongoing education in the growing field of mechatronics.
September’s FrankTalks will take a look at community initiatives when the Franklin Tomorrow event is held next Monday at 9 a.m.
Fall brings lots of chances for fun in the Middle Tennessee area. From a fest at a spooky old mansion to a geocaching expedition to the chance to check out some cool heavy machinery, there’s plenty for the family to get into.
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