FEBRUARY
February 1 -28 Black History Month – The Annual African American Photo Exhibit, on display at the Williamson County Main Library honoring African American military veterans of Williamson County. The display showcases photographs of these veterans and information about their service. Contact: 615-595-1246, ext. 1.
February 3 – 11th Annual Black Tie Affair, Presented by The African American Heritage Society, Embassy Suites Cool Springs, 820 Crescent Centre Dr., Franklin. Social hour 6 p.m., Program 7-11 p.m. Cost: $50/person. Contact: 615-794-6029 or 615-243-7751.
February 4 – Daddy’s Little Princess Ball, 7 p.m. Longview Recreation Complex, 2909 Commonwealth Dr., Spring Hill. Contact: 615-302-0971, ext. 10.
February 9-24 - Youth Flag Football League Open Registration, the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department will open registration for this program at Robert A. Ring Indoor Soccer Arena, 1878 Downs Blvd., Franklin. $80/player. Contact: Hunter Eubanks, 615-377-6530.
February 9 – HeART to Heart “After Dark” to benefit United Way of Williamson County, Cool Springs Embassy Suites, 820 Crescent Centre Dr., Franklin. Cost: $75/person or $125/couple. “The State of Collegiate Sports” panel discussion with George Plaster, local sports broadcaster legend. Begins at 6 p.m. with an auction. Contact: Debby Rainey, 615-771-2312.
February 10 HeART to Heart Luncheon to benefit United Way of Williamson County, Cool Springs Embassy Suites, 820 Crescent Centre Dr., Franklin. Cost: $50/person. Silent auction 10:30 a.m. Luncheon at 12:00 p.m. Contact: Debby Rainey, 615-771-2312.
February 11 – Daddy’s Little Princess Ball, 6:30 p.m. Williamson County Parks and Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd., Franklin. Contact: 615-790-5719, ext. 10.
February 11 – American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Courses Indoor Sports Complex, 920 Heritage Way, Brentwood. Cost: $125.00 includes materials. Contact: 615-370-3471, ext.22.
February 11 – Mardi Gras Ball, “Journey Through The French Quarter” Cool Springs Embassy Suites, 820 Crescent Centre Dr., Franklin. Dinner and dancing, formal attire, (black tie optional). 6:00 p.m. Cost: $100/person. All proceeds go to My Friend’s House, to further youth opportunities and improve their quality of life. Contact: www.myfriendshousetn.org or 615-790-8553.
February 11 – Group Fitness Open House, 8:30-10 a.m. at the Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Dr., Spring Hill. Free.
February 11 – Watercolor Fundamentals, Studio 1 on the O’More College of Design Campus. $50; $15 supply fee. 1-4 p.m. Contact: www.omorecollege.edu or 615-794-4254.
February 12 – Sunday Night Jazz, Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 101 King St., Nolensville will hold a Valentine’s celebration with smooth jazz for everyone. 7-8 p.m. Free. Light refreshments and treats. Contact: 615-776-2041.
February 14 – Gadget Zoo Part 1, FiftyForward College Grove and College Grove Community Library will offer hands-on help for downloading eBooks and e Audiobooks through the library. 10-noon. Bring your Kindle, IPod touch, Nook or IPhone and your Williamson County Library card. Free. Contact: 615-368-7093.
February 18-24 – Watercolor Fundamentals, Lewhew Design Center Drawing Studio/O’More College of Design, The Factory at Franklin, Bldg. 9, 230 Franklin Rd. $180; materials not included. Saturdays, 9-noon. Contact: www.omorecollege.edu or 615-794-4254.
February 21-28 – Beginning Crochet, Café Eloise on the O’More College of Design Campus. Tuesdays 6-8 p.m. $100; materials not included. Contact: www.omorecollege.edu or 615-794-4254.
February 21 – March 27 – AutoCAD, AutoCad Lab on O’More College of Design Campus. Tuesdays 6-8 p.m. $180. Contact www.omorecollege.edu or 615-794-4254.
February 22 – Amy Grant & Trace Adkins Music That Touches The Heart Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd. Dinner & Concert $125/person, Contact: info@brightstone.org or 615-790-4888.
February 24 – Three Blind Wines, Jamison Hall, The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd. Presented by The Next Generation Heritage Foundation. 6-9 p.m., $30/person, includes 3 bottles of wine per team of three. Silent/Live Auction. Cash bar. Reservations and pre-payment required. Contact: www.historicfranklin.com/events/three-blind-wines or 615-591-8500, ext. 11.
February 24-26 – 2012 Home Show, Williamson County Ag Exposition Park, 4215 Long Ln. Fri-Sat 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Sun 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. $10/person; Children 12 and under free. Free Parking. Contact: 615-377-1055.
February 25 – Fifty Forward, College Grove. All you can eat Pancake Breakfast Bake, Rummage and Book Sale. Cost: $5 or $20 for a family. Children 12-and-under $3, under age 3 is free. Contact: sstephens@fiftyforward.org or 615-368-7093.
February 27 – Public Affairs Roundtable, 7:15 a.m., Williamson County Administrative Complex, County Commission Auditorium. 1320 West Main St. Contact: info@wcfchamber.com or 615-794-1225.
MARCH
March 2 – “An Artist’s Window” Dinner, Live Auction and Concert by the Wooten Brothers, 5:30-9:00 p.m. Embassy Suites Cool Springs, 820 Crescent Centre Dr. Fundraising event for the Day Programs of Waves. Contact: www.wavesinc.com or 615-794-7955.
March 3 – Legacy Ball “A Night at the Oscars” Embassy Suites, Cool Springs, 820 Crescent Centre Dr., 6 p.m. $100/person. Complimentary wine reception, dinner, dancing, silent and not-so-silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Williamson County Child Advocacy Center. Contact: www.williamsoncountycac.org or 615-790-5900, ext. 101.
March 17 – Main Street Brew Fest 2012 Historic Downtown Franklin. 6-9 p.m. Participants will have a chance to try more than 50 beers featured in more than 20 Main Street area shops. $40 in advance; $45 day of event. All proceeds go to the Downtown Franklin Association. Contact: Info@historicfranklin.com or 615-591-8500.
March 20 – Annual Membership Awards Banquet, Cool Springs Conference Center, 700 Cool Springs Blvd. East, Franklin. Social hour at 6:30 p.m. (cash bar); seated dinner at 7:30 p.m. Contact: info@wcfchamber.com or 615-794-1225.
March 26 – Public Affairs Roundtable, 7:15 a.m., Williamson County Administrative Complex, County Commission Auditorium. 1320 West Main St. Contact: info@wcfchamber.com or 615-794-1225.
March 30 – “An Artist’s Window” Community Art Show 2012, 5-8 p.m. The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd. Free. Features art created by artists with intellectual disabilities throughout Middle Tennessee. Contact: www.wavesinc.com or 615-794-7944.
APRIL
April 28-29 – The 29TH Annual Main Street Festival, Historic Downtown Franklin. More than 200 arts/crafts vendors, 20 food vendors, and three stages. Free admission. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday; Fourth Avenue Street Dance continuing 7-10 p.m.; Sunday, noon–6 p.m. Contact: Info@historicfranklin.com or 615-591-8500.
April 30 – Public Affairs Roundtable, 7:15 a.m., Williamson County Administrative Complex, County Commission Auditorium. 1320 West Main St. Contact: info@wcfchamber.com or 615-794-1225.
MAY
May 1-31 – Tennessee Renaissance Festival, 2124 New Castle Road, off Hwy 96, Arrington/Triune, between Franklin and Murfreesboro. Weekends and Memorial Day. Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., rain or shine. Free parking. Contact: 615-395-9950 or www.tnrenfest.com.
May 5 – Soroptimist 4th Annual Race for Victory Derby Day fundraiser party. The event will include Derby simulcast, cocktails, dinner, silent auction and music by the Chill Band. Proceeds going to deserving local women to further their education. Cost: $60/person; $110/couple. Franklin City Club, 130 9th Ave. South, Franklin. Contact: www.SIFranklin.org or 615-790-7960.