This week it’s one big spring festival. There are several chances to get the kids out in the fresh air and beautiful weather to find some eggs — even one that’ll get them in the water, but will keep them inside if that’s more your speed. You can fly kites in two locations (Franklin and Cente…
Winners of the Irish Times Debate returned to Middle Tennessee last week for a spirited debate against Middle Tennessee State University's award-winning Blue Raider debate team in an event hosted by the League of Women Voters of Williamson County.
The theme of this week’s list of free and cheap things is the Easter Bunny walks a dog into a bar. And no, this is not some kind of joke. We’ve got the St. Patrick's Day Festival at Geodis Park, where there’s family friendly fun but also the promise of some interesting beverages for the adul…
On Wednesday, The Franklin Theatre announced that legendary artist Sheryl Crow will be hosting an album release party at the historic venue on March 23.
Metro Nashville Public Schools heads into spring break this weekend, and there are plenty of events to get into the spirit the week off. Take a day trip up to Castalian Springs to celebrate all things Irish. Go get a head start on Easter with two different hunts in different spots in Middle …
Alfred Uhry’s Driving Miss Daisy was hailed as an instant classic when it first premiered off-Broadway in 1987. The heartwarming drama – which follows the unlikely friendship of an elderly Jewish woman and her Black chauffeur in mid-century Atlanta – won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and wou…
The Williamson County Fair will return to Franklin Aug. 2-10, marking its 20th anniversary.
This weekend brings diverse events to kick off the month of March: On March 2 in Woodbury, families can enjoy free photos with the Easter Bunny. On the same day, your older kiddo could head to Meharry Medical College as it hosts Black Girls in S.T.E.A.M. for Black young women interested in S…
The 21st District Recovery Court raised $60,000 during it's second annual The Stories Behind The Songs fundraiser on Wednesday, which featured live performances by Martina McBride, The Warren Brothers and Leslie Satcher at The Franklin Theatre.
The Franklin Theatre has another slate full of favorites coming up next month.
League of Women Voters of Williamson County will hold their next program on Feb. 21, featuring African American Heritage Society of Williamson County President Alma McLemore as the guest speaker
We’re going totally inside this week as temps have dipped. There’s a morning pajama party with all things llama (even a live one to pet!) Down in Murfreesboro, the Three Little Pigs will be on display in a show from the Nashville Opera, and the Discovery Center will have some related items f…
Nashville authors take home awards for Patchett’s ‘Tom Lake’ and Renkl’s ‘The Comfort of Crows’
This week we’ve got everything from boots on ground to boots in space. Jump into the rhythm of country music with a Line Dance Workshop at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, where dance instructor Dana Romanello will teach lively moves to all ages. Explore the wonders of flora and fa…
The African American Heritage Foundation of Williamson County held its 23rd annual Black-Tie Affair on Feb. 3, where they honored the Sol House Family as the organization's 2024 African American Pioneer Family.
Studio Tenn's annual One Night Only fundraiser returns on April 6 featuring the music of iconic theater composing duo Rodgers and Hammerstein.
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and Matt Logan Productions has teamed up with the Franklin Theatre to present a special concert event that celebrates love in its many forms. Offering a heartfelt salute to love through song, Matt Logan’s Valentine’s Day Concert promises a full even…
This week in our list of free and cheap events, the offerings run the gamut: Unleash your child's creativity at Turnip Green Creative Reuse's Kids Class, where they can spend time transforming everyday materials into one-of-a-kind artworks under the expert guidance of TCGR instructors. Dive …
Williamson County Master Gardeners’ annual Garden Talk series will return to the Williamson County Public Library in February.
Legendary country music songwriter Roger Murrah partnered with Downtown Franklin's Harpeth Hotel to host Songwriters at the Harpeth on Thursday, Jan. 25.
February is looking to be a music-heavy month at The Franklin Theatre. The historic downtown venue is set to host a variety of high-profile music events, including vaudeville-style performance Variety on Main, appearances from legendary artists such as John Oates in the Songwriter Series, an…
We’re heading into February with lots for the kids to do; this week wasn’t slim pickins, so there’s plenty out there beyond this list to do as well. But the best events coming up are Ice Cream for Breakfast Day (yum) and Take Your Child to the Library Day (a tradition that it’s never too lat…
The Franklin Theatre has announced the latest slate of favorites to hit its big screen with its lineup of movies for February.
If you were cooped up last week, you’re probably feeling the near-pandemic level panic of being stuck at the house for more than a week of bad weather. This week there are chances to move your bodies outside on a Cocoa Hike in Clarksville or on a Winter Sensory Walk in East Nashville. And if…
Songwriters at The Harpeth returns on Jan. 25 with a lineup featuring Keith Stegall, Parker Welling, Rafe Van Hoy and Roger Murrah.
For the sixth consecutive year, orchids are set to take over the Mansion Loggia at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens.
Once we’re all unthawed, the kids will be ready to get out of the house, and so will you. This week we’ve got a smattering of stargazing, winter star parties and a celebration of snow for kids with sensory needs. Lowe’s is also beginning the year with a new spate of workshops for kids on sel…
The League of Women Voters of Williamson County will hold their next program on Jan. 17, and the meeting will feature Williamson County Election Commission administrator Chad Gray as the guest speaker.
The African American Heritage Society of Williamson County will host the 23rd annual Black Tie Affair on Saturday, Feb. 3.
January is proving to be a busy month at The Franklin Theatre, as the historic downtown venue will be showcasing a pair of high-profile musicians.
Following another jam-packed holiday slate, The Franklin Theatre has announced its movie schedule for January.
Happy New Year! The kids are bored. Well, maybe they’re still playing with a few items they racked up on Christmas, but you’ll still need a few ways to get them dancing and playing outside of the home this week. Start with a hike, go to a dance party, take the little scientist for a microsco…
The kids are home for at least a couple of weeks, so you may need a few things to keep them busy and to keep you sane. There’s Zoolumniation, which is worth the extra cost, but you should go during the week to avoid the highest prices and throngs of people. There are a couple of toddler stor…
The 45th season of the long-running reality competition show Survivor concluded on Wednesday night, and locals had extra incentive to tune in.
Music City will once again be one of the country's main epicenters of New Year's Eve celebrations as the third annual New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash is set to take place downtown.
On Monday, the 21st District Recovery Court announced details for its upcoming second-annual singer-songwriter fundraiser night.
Christmas is upon us, and it’s the last week to pack in some fun traditions. There’s a stroll marking the first day of winter on Dec. 21, if you want to begin a new healthy for the mind and body tradition. You can also embark on a journey to Gallatin to see a free screening of a Christmas cl…
’Tis the season for good music and festive gatherings. And with The Founding’s A Celtic Christmas, The Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park promises to deliver both.
Looking back, it’s hard to believe that Frank Capra’s 1946 film It’s A Wonderful Life was not an instant classic. In fact, it wasn’t until the film’s copyright expired in 1974 – and network television started showing it on repeat each holiday season – that it finally found its audience. Thes…
Both the State of Tennessee and Metro Nashville Government both celebrated Hanukkah on Monday with separate menorah lightings which drew dozens of community members and government officials. The state's ceremony also saw the attendance of several Israelis who were victims of the Oct. 7 terro…
This week we have more than parades on our list of free and cheap family events happening in Middle Tennessee, but we haven’t strayed far from the holiday theme. For the older members of your family, there’s A Holiday to Remember at Belmont Mansion. The kids have another shot to make a good …
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens has announced the lineup and schedule for its annual Winter Concert Series.
Over the weekend and early into the week, communities across Middle Tennessee kicked off the holiday season with Christmas tree lightings and parades, including Belle Meade which held its inaugural city parade on Saturday.
Founded in 1967, the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County has worked tirelessly “to preserve and share regional history, local historic places and signature events that carry on our community traditions and cultural heritage through fundraising, research, advocacy, education, preservatio…
On Monday, State Rep. Sam Whitson (R-Franklin) announced $106,000 in grants to two Williamson County historic sites.
If you didn’t get out to a parade last weekend because of the rain, there’s an opportunity to make up for it in Mt. Juliet this weekend at their Tennessee Christmas themed parade. In Nashville, the Tennessee Christmas theme continues, where you can reserve a time to check on the Tennessee Go…
With the holidays around the corner many Middle Tennessee residents are in the giving spirit. Below is a list of information on ways to give that The News has collected.
Gov. Bill Lee and first lady Maria Lee celebrated Christmas at the Capitol on Monday evening with the lighting of the state's Christmas tree.
The African American Heritage Society of Williamson County will host its annual Christmas open house at the McLemore House Museum on Saturday, Dec. 9.
There is no excuse not to hit up a Christmas parade this weekend ahead of the holiday. There are a dozen or so to choose from, but we chose five in our roundup this week, each with its own vibe and location. Gather the family, some chairs if you want to sit in one place comfortably, get some…
Studio Tenn announced on Tuesday that its production of It’s a Wonderful Life, A Live Radio Play will take place at the newly opened Turner Theater at The Factory at Franklin from Dec. 7-24.
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