Williamson Weekend: 5 Happenings This Weekend

1. Joan Osborne Sings the Songs of Bob Dylan 


WHAT: Joan Osborne has rightfully earned a reputation as one of the great voices of her generation — both a commanding, passionate performer and a frank, emotionally evocative songwriter. A multi-platinum selling recording artist and seven-time Grammy nominee, the soulful vocalist is a highly sought-after collaborator and guest performer who has performed alongside many notable artists, including Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, Luciano Pavarotti, Emmylou Harris, Taj Mahal, and Mavis Staples, to name a few. Purchase tickets online here. 

WHEN: Friday, May 18, 8 p

WHERE: Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin

2. Franklin Rodeo 


WHAT: 
The Franklin Rodeo is one of the longest-running family events in Middle Tennessee and one of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi! Founded in 1949, the Franklin Rodeo brings over 18,000 screaming fans, year after year, to enjoy the excitement of national rodeo competition events.

Produced by the Franklin Noon Rotary Club and with the help of rodeo sponsors, the Franklin Noon Rotary Club has invested millions of dollars in Williamson County over the past six decades to help many local charities. Purchase tickets online here. 

WHEN: Friday-Sunday, May 18-20

WHERE: Ag Expo Park, 4215 Long Ln # 100, Franklin, TN

3. Family Trail Ride in Brentwood

  
 
WHAT: Join Bike Walk Brentwood for our inaugural Family Trail Ride! 2pm – 5pm on Sunday, May 20.

Register before May 14 to be eligible to win one of three $100 gift cards to REI !!!

Traihead activities include: Bike clinics, balloon animals, face painting, snow cones, and more.

Two routes available:

  • Families with children under 10: Up to 2.4 miles (to Wilson Pike and back)
  • Families with children 10+: Up 9.0 miles (to Smith Park and back)

 

WHEN:  Sunday, May 20, 2 p – 5 p

WHERE: 1100 Knox Valley Drive, Brentwood

4. Illustrated Nature Drawing at Rippavilla 

 

WHAT: Science, Nature, Language Arts, Poetry, Imagination, Gratitude, Storytelling, History, Travel, Conservation, Art…. just a few of the reasons to join us for an afternoon of Illustrated Nature Journaling at Rippavilla Plantation on May 19 at 2pm. A fun, creative activity for ALL ages.

Follow in the footsteps of Beatrix Potter, John James Audubon, and John Muir.

Call Today to reserve your spot in the class, 615-668-8263. Class fee is $20. And all you need to get started are a blank-page journal, colored pencils, curiosity, and imagination.

WHEN: Saturday, May 19, 2 p

WHERE: Rippavilla Plantation, 5700 Main St, Spring Hill, TN 37174

5. Nolensville Food Truck Festival 

  

WHAT: It’s the kick-off for summer at the Nolensville Farmers Market. Come out to enjoy the food trucks and celebrate the end of school.

WHEN: Friday, May 18, 5 p – 8 p

WHERE: 7248 Nolensville Road, Nolensville, TN, 37135

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