Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
Good morning, Franklin.
🎭 Culture
Harpeth Hotel is unveiling its Winter Wonderland season, transforming its courtyard into a festive dining space with cozy warm cocktails & igloo seating for a 2-hour experience.
Guests can enjoy seasonal treats and book their spot at the hotel's Franklin location.
The Downtown Franklin Rotary Club hosted the annual Franklin Christmas Parade on Dec.
6 along Main Street with Alma McLemore serving as Grand Marshal while the event honored military + first responders under the theme 'I’ll Be Home for Christmas.'
Families can enjoy local holiday events this season, including the FrankTown Festival of Lights at Williamson County Agricultural Center in Franklin (5 to 9 p.m. nightly through Dec.
31) and a free drive-through display in Murfreesboro on select weekends.
🎓 Education
Vanderbilt Health got approval to launch a new Primary Care-Internal Medicine Residency Program at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital in Lebanon.
The three-year program (approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education) will welcome its first residents in July 2026 and train eight new physicians each year.
🎉 Franklin Events
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A Very Merry Paint Night
6-8 p.m. — Third Coast Clay — Bring your own drinks — Celebrate the holidays creatively with a festive paint night and prizes.
Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless sounds of the Glenn Miller Orchestra in a historic venue.
Santa & Crafts at the Library
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Williamson County Public Library — Free entry — Meet Santa and enjoy festive crafts with family fun for the holiday season.
Irving Berlin's White Christmas
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Turner Theater, 230 Franklin Rd — Official tickets through Ticketmaster — Experience a magical holiday tale filled with music, friendship, and cheer.
Irving Berlin's White Christmas
7 p.m. — Turner Theater — Ticketed event — Enjoy a heartwarming musical filled with holiday cheer and unforgettable music.
Irving Berlin's White Christmas
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Turner Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming charm of this classic musical with unforgettable songs and performances.
An Evening with Casey Beathard and Monty Criswell
7:30-9 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Ticket information not provided — Celebrate the holiday season with award-winning Nashville songwriters sharing the stories behind their biggest hits.
Live Music with Reba’s Hairdo
8 PM - 2 AM — Fozzy's Bar & Grill — No cover — Dance the night away to high-energy country covers from Nashville's own Reba’s Hairdo.
Grand Ole Opry 100 Celebration
7-8:30 p.m. — Grand Ole Opry — VIP experience available — Experience the iconic country music show with superstars and legends as it celebrates 100 years of melody and history.
New Year’s Eve Celebration with The Smoking Section Band
8 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — Liberty Hall — Tickets required — Ring in the New Year in style with live music and festivities at The Factory at Franklin.
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