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Monday, May 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • At 2727 Fairview Boulevard, a bright orange coffee truck named Foreshadowing Fox Roasters opened in Fairview and will serve locals Wednesday-Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Owner Emma Hawkins—motivated by a pink basket of Guatemalan coffee beans gifted in childhood—launched the truck, offering organic coffee, teas and donating part of the proceeds to help inner-city youth and support fair labor practices for coffee farmers.  Williamson County Source

CULTURE NEWS

  • Today, Williamson Health is celebrating spring with newborns dressed in handmade 'April showers bring May flowers' outfits by Debi Reynolds from Williamson Health EMS—showing our area’s bright spring beauty. Community members can send in their own photos to join the daily feature.  Williamson County Source

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • Williamson County recorded property transfers from April 28 to May 2, with a wide variety of residential and commercial sales in Franklin, Spring Hill, Brentwood and Arrington. Sale prices ranged from $175,000 to $59,100,000 — showing a diverse market for recent deals.  Williamson County Source

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Chef Dinner: Tour of Italy - Sicily

    6:30-9 p.m. — Amerigo Italian Restaurant — Ticket price includes dinner and drink pairings — Experience a curated five-course Sicilian dinner featuring Chef Steven Robilio's exquisite creations.

    Tue, 5/20/25

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  • Storytelling Workshop with Keith & Liz King

    7-9 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — RSVP required — Learn to clarify your message and shape your story in a creative workshop led by experienced storytellers.

    Wed, 5/21/25

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  • Gillian Welch & David Rawlings Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — Ryman Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the timeless storytelling and haunting harmonies of acclaimed folk artists Gillian Welch and David Rawlings.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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  • Nashville Tour Stop

    6-10 p.m. — Bassline Brewing Co. — Free entry — Experience a night of diverse live music showcasing local songwriters and artists.

    Fri, 5/23/25

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  • Children's Book Reading with Julie Whitney & Captain Dan

    11 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful children's reading in a magical setting with beloved local authors.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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  • Cody Jinks Concert

    7-8:30 p.m. — FirstBank Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Experience live country music from the acclaimed artist Cody Jinks as he showcases his career from thrash metal to country hits.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • Sunday Factory Farmers Market

    12-3 p.m. — The Factory at Franklin — Free entry — Explore a delightful array of local produce and artisan crafts from Middle Tennessee vendors.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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  • Jodi Norgaard Book Signing

    6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Engage with author Jodi Bondi Norgaard and explore the story behind her sports doll creation.

    Wed, 6/4/25

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  • Nashville Babypalooza Baby Expo

    12-4 p.m. — The Factory at Franklin — Register now — Discover everything you need for pregnancy and baby care.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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  • The Old Man and the Sea Reading

    7-9 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Dive into a classic tale of perseverance and nature at this cherished local venue.

    Mon, 6/9/25

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REAL ESTATE

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