Good morning, Franklin.

This weekend, several events will take place in Williamson County and nearby areas.

In Franklin, Westhaven Neighborhood will host Whiskey Warmer on April 5 at 6 p.m. to benefit the Westhaven Foundation, Brentwood will offer a wildflower hike on April 5 at 9:30 a.m., St Philip Catholic Church in Franklin will stage Cowboys and Cupcakes with Clay Walker on April 6 at 6 p.m., the Williamson County Ag Expo Center will hold a garden festival from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Columbia will celebrate the 51st Mule Day Festival from April 5 to 7.

The National Weather Service warned that heavy rains, strong winds, and possible tornadoes will cause life-threatening flash floods in Middle Tennessee through Sunday morning—residents in Franklin and nearby towns should stay alert as more storms are forecast to bring additional rainfall and dangerous road conditions.

Tennessee Tulip Festival

11 AM – 7 PM — Lucky Ladd Farms — Family friendly — Celebrate peak tulip season with arts, crafts, and local music.

Franklin Flea Market

10 AM – 5 PM — Williamson County AG Expo Park — $5 entry — Explore a vibrant mix of antiques, collectibles, and unique finds from local dealers.

Open House Exploration

2-4 p.m. — 1342 Jewell Ave, Franklin, TN — Free entry — Discover your dream home in the charming Westhaven community with Southern charm and modern amenities.

The Great Gatsby Book Discussion

7-9 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Dive back into the classic novel and see if your perspective has changed since high school.

Grand Kyiv Ballet: Swan Lake

7-10 p.m. — Williamson County Performing Arts Center — $49 Adults, $39 Seniors — Experience love and magic through the captivating performance of Swan Lake by the Grand Kyiv Ballet.

Kimberly Dana Reading Event

11 AM – 1 PM — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating story with author Kimberly Dana and her book Millie & Mina.

Sunrise Mass at the Markovich Farm

6:30-7:30 a.m. — Markovich Farm — Free entry — Experience a serene sunrise mass in the tranquil setting of the farm.

The Art of Reading Workshop

6:30-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Enhance your reading skills with practical tips and strategies from expert Erik Rostad.

Book Signing with Kevin Evers

6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Engage in a conversation about Taylor Swift's strategic genius and get your book signed by the author.

Community Event with Grace Valentine

5-6:30 p.m. — The Format Fitness — $25 at the door — Enjoy an evening of community with encouragement, smoothies, and a discussion on friendship.