Franklin
Daily News
Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Williamson County Source
- ➤ 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.' Williamson County Source
- ➤ 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. Williamson County Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. Williamson County Source
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
7 p.m. — Turner Theater — Ticketed event — Enjoy a heartwarming musical filled with holiday cheer and unforgettable music.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It is better to travel well than to arrive.
~ Buddha
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