Williamson County Parks and Recreation will present a new community Halloween event called ‘Spooks and Coupes’ on Saturday, October 18 at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. This brand new format will feature over 30 classic cars (coupes) with trunks full of treats! Families and kids alike are encouraged to wear their costumes as they trick-or-treat along the trail behind the recreation center. Then, visit with favorite Disney villains in the Haunted Forest, or make something ghoulish in the Halloween craft tent. There will be free entertainment throughout the evening, free face painting plus fun inflatables! If you get hungry, delicious food truck concessions will be for sale (add’l cost).
Spooks & Coupes is one night only, Saturday, October 18 and from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This family event is open to the public, and admission is $6 per person (cash). Groups are welcome, and the trail area is wheelchair accessible. For more information, call the Franklin Recreation Complex at (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010.
Spooks & Coupes is sponsored by The Children’s Academy, Southern Events Party Rental, Sport Clips, Ready Steady Jump, R&D Supply, McDonald’s, the Print Authority, C&I Design, Romach Inc., ABLE Youth, Buffalo Wild Wings, Sonic, Walgreens, Chick-fil-A, Reynolds Electrical Contractors, Culver’s and Maury Fence Co.
REGISTER NOW FOR WINTER TENNIS CLINICS
Eight-week indoor program or four-week outdoor clinics
The Athletics Division of the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration now for session I of the eight-week winter 2014 tennis clinic program at the Indoor Sports Complex (ISC), 920 Heritage Way in Brentwood and a set of four-week outdoor clinics at Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Pkwy. Clinics start the week of October 20. Adult and junior clinics in beginner through advanced skill levels will be offered Monday(s) through Saturday(s). Prices vary depending on the duration of clinic. A full class schedule and fees are available at www.wcprathletics.org.
Subject to class availability, phone registration with credit card payment will be accepted at (615) 370-3471, ext. 2110. Space is limited, and full payment is required to secure placement. For more information, contact Mike at (615) 370-3471, ext. 2116.
IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS FOR LIFEGUARDS
Flexible Schedules and Competitive Wages Offered
The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department has immediate openings for part-time lifeguards at its indoor pools in Franklin, Brentwood and Spring Hill. Schedules are flexible, and wages are competitive. Early morning, mid-day afternoon and evening hours are available. Anyone age 15 or older may apply.
The positions require current Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR/AED certification. For more information about employment as a lifeguard, contact Angie Beasley at (615) 370-3471, ext. 2122.
2014 HOLIDAY EVENTS
Williamson County Parks and Recreation
November 1 & 2: Holiday Arts & Crafts Show/Kris Kringle Kar Klassic
Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Show and the Kris Kringle Kar Klassic at the Williamson County AgExpo Center (I-65 & Exit 61 in Franklin) Saturday, November 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, November 2 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Nearly 140 booths featuring an array of handmade Arts & Crafts plus an indoor car show featuring 70 classic cars. FREE ADMISSION (for 2014 only) AND FREE PARKING. Children can also visit with Santa Claus and have receive a photo keepsake for only $3.00. For more information contact Darlene Monk, (615) 790-5719 x 2028. For I-65/Goose Creek Bypass detour info, go to http://www.williamsoncounty-tn.gov/AlertCenter.aspx.
December 1-19: Santa’s Mailbox
Hey Kids… Don’t forget to write your letters to Santa Claus & drop them into Santa’s Mailbox at the following locations: the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd.; the Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd.; the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr.; or the Hillsboro-Leiper’s Fork Community Center, 5325 Old Hwy. 96 W. Include your return address information and
Santa will write you back.
December 4-7: A Christmas Story-The Musical
The Star Bright Players Children’s Theatre presents a delightful family version of “A Christmas Story-The Musical” – a Tony-award nominated musical based on the classic 1983 holiday film and the book by Joseph Robinette. Set in 1940s Indiana, it tells the story of 9-year-old Ralphie, who dreams of getting a red Ryder BB-gun for Christmas. The Star Bright Players presentation is produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois. Performances of “A Christmas Story-The Musical” are scheduled for Thursday, Friday, Saturday and December 4, 5 and 6 at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, December 7 at 3:00 p.m. All performances will be at Freedom Middle School, 750 Highway 96 West in Franklin. Tickets on sale at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010, starting November 3. $6 per person with children 3 and younger free if sitting with a parent.
December 5: Santa’s Polar Express at the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill
Parents are invited to bring kids ages 10 and younger, to have cookies and milk while listening to Santa read a holiday story, Friday, December 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.! Come dressed in PJs. After story time, each child will have the opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap and give their Christmas wish list. Parents are FREE and the fee for children is only $6.00 each. Reservations are required, and registration starts Nov. 10. Call the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr., (615) 302-0971, ext. 2210.
December 6: Breakfast with Santa at the Franklin Recreation Complex
Share breakfast with Santa and his helpers at the Franklin Recreation Complex. This will be an “Adventure in Candyland” for children 10 and younger, along with their parents. After a delicious breakfast, each child will have the opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap and give him their Christmas wish list. Parents, don’t forget your cameras – we will have several photo opportunities. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity for you and your child to spend time together with Santa Claus. Parents are FREE and the fee for children is only $8.00 each. Reservations are required and registration is now open. Call (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010.
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December 12: Santa’s Polar Express at the Fairview Recreation Complex
Children 10 and younger, along with their parents are invited to come dressed in their PJs to have cookies and milk while listening to Santa read a holiday story at the Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd. on Friday, December 12 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Registration starts Nov. 12). After story time, each child will have the opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap and give their Christmas wish list. Parents are FREE and the fee for children is only $6.00 each. Reservations are required. Call (615) 799-9331, ext. 2310.
December 19: Santa’s Polar Express in Nolensville
The new Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd., will host Santa’s Polar Express on Friday, December 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Children 10 and younger, along with their parents are invited to come dressed in their PJs to have cookies and milk while listening to Santa read a holiday story. (Registration starts when facility opens). After story time, each child will have the opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap and give their Christmas wish list. Parents and children one and younger are FREE and the fee for children ages 2 to 10 is $6.00 each. Reservations are required. For more information, call (615) 302-0971, ext. 2215.
December 20: “Let It Go” Winter Performance
Students from the Rhythm & Spirit dance, cheer and tumbling program present their holiday recital: “Let It Go,” at 1:00 p.m. (Longview students) and 5:00 p.m. (Franklin students) on Saturday, December 20 at Rolling Hills Community Church, 1810 Columbia Ave. in Franklin. Tickets will be available at the Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Dr. in Spring Hill and the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. Admission is $5 in advance and $7 at the door. Children 5 and younger are admitted free. For more information, contact [email protected].
