Good morning, Franklin.

Franklin will unveil its first permanent public artwork on the Harlinsdale Farm Pedestrian Bridge on July 29 at 10 a.m. at the Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 331 Franklin Road — the ceremony will feature remarks from Mayor Ken Moore, the Public Arts Commission and artist Michael McLaughlin to celebrate the region's equestrian heritage and natural beauty.

Franklin-based One Generation Away has hired Cynthia Stielow as its new Chief Advancement officer & Marketing officer to boost the fight against food insecurity across the Southeast.

She brings 30 years of nonprofit experience from roles at Heritage Foundation and Kids' Meals Inc where she led large fundraising campaigns.

Franklin police arrested Kirk West — 58 — on Thursday at Nashville International Airport after he allegedly stole hundreds of thousands in cash and millions in cryptocurrency from his ex-girlfriend, and his bond is set at $1 million.

Franklin residents may shop tax-free during Tennessee's sales tax weekend, which runs from July 25 to 27—eligible items include school and art supplies costing $100 or less and personal computers or tablets priced up to $1,500.

Most elementary and middle school supply lists are available online, while high school lists may be updated after classes start on August 4.

The 2025-26 school year will start with a half-day on Monday, August 4 for first through twelfth-grade students — details on start times, dismissal times and planned early releases and late starts are available on the WCS website.

Families may register for fall 2025 Spanish classes for elementary students in the Elementary World Language Program, which will run for 12 weeks beginning August 18 and ending the week of November 10.

Registration costs $100 per student — morning classes run from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and afternoon sessions follow dismissal, with enrollment closing on August 1.

WCS families must complete a First Day Form (which includes a fee waiver request and an option for mature reading list access) by August 5 for the 2025-26 school year.

The form has been available since July 14 and must be submitted via a Skyward account (using a desktop or laptop computer).

Elmer’s Tunes – 55+ Sing-Along Party

6-9 p.m. — Whiskey Room Live - Franklin — $10 cover — Dance and sing along at a lively party crafted for those aged 55 and better.

BTL Facial Aesthetics Experience

9-11 a.m. — Franklin Smiles — Special pricing — Experience the future of facial aesthetics with personalized consultations and live demonstrations.

Williamson County Fair

7 PM – 10 PM — Williamson County AG Expo Park — Entry fee applies — Experience thrilling rides, carnival games, and local community spirit at this cherished summer festival.

T. Graham Brown Live in Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy-nominated T. Graham Brown, a renowned figure in country music.

Live Like Jack 5K for Clubfoot

6:00 AM – 8:30 PM — The Park at Harlinsdale Farm — Registration costs vary — Join the inaugural 5K and 1-mile kids run followed by a dance party and arm wrestling competition.

Ellen Wildman Book Release

6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Celebrate the release of a new book with readings, Q&A, and light bites in a welcoming atmosphere.

Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

7-9 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Prepare for an engaging reading session with author Allen Levi in a beloved local bookstore.

Four Lads From Liverpool

7-11 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique Beatles tribute with original songs capturing the essence of the Fab Four's journey.

Transformational Cutting Techniques for Women

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — SalonCentric — Registration required — Enhance your scissor cutting skills and client consultations for transforming hairstyles based on individual features.

Aaron Armstrong Book Signing

6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Engage with Aaron as he discusses his new book, Faith Simplified, and get your copy signed.