Early Beatles photographs, Franklin High’s $25,000 Disney vacation raffle, KidConnect Fair, and more. 
Happy Friday, Franklin. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Franklin Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: Secluded Dark Horse recording retreat, Franklin High’s $25,000 Disney vacation raffle supporting band instruments, and never-before-seen early Beatles photographs at the Frist — catch up here.
State-level stories: adidas returning as UT’s official outfitter in 2026, Southwest launching daily Knoxville flights to four cities, and a Nashville brewery’s orange wheat winning gold — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: South Korea’s court dismissed a Baby Shark copyright claim, a judge blocked fishing around Pacific atolls, and retirees eye a bigger Social Security increase — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Practice joyful somatic yoga and journaling
- Shop rare Asian produce grown by refugees
- Dive into back-to-school well visits
- Master wigs and extensions in two-day workshop
- Connect your child with local passions
- Unlock dozens of travel deals with AARP
🫶 We got your back
Books: There’s something about the smell of old pages mingling with coffee… these bookstore gems around Franklin have the rare editions, cozy nooks, and unexpected finds that keep you lost in the stacks.
Companies: Forget just BBQ and live music, these Fortune 500 giants, ten companies pulling in over $300B, show serious corporate muscle.
Finance: Teaching your teen about credit cards can feel like decoding ancient hieroglyphics. These easy credit lessons turn confusing plastic power into real-world know-how.
Cocktail: Whether you’re craving a smoky mezcal riff, a floral gin fantasia, or a boozy twist on the classics, Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club mixes rare spirits, house-made syrups, and a dash of theater into cocktails that turn your evening into a liquid performance you won’t forget.
Money: The average driver pays $175 a month on car insurance, but most of us are paying way too much. If it’s been a while since you shopped around, you’re likely part of that “most of us.” This comparison tool can save you hundreds.
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📆 Around town this weekend
All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirely outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
Today
🏆 International Cup @ The Park at Harlinsdale Farm | Friday (8/15) at 6:30pm – Think polo is just weekend tea and tweed? Snag a $20 ticket, kids under 10 are free, grab a cold one, and watch USA vs Mexico gallop through chukkers under the arena lights. It’s local, it’s loud, it’s horse-powered fun.
🎶 Live Music with Zone Status @ Fozzy’s Bar & Grill | Friday (8/15) at 8:00pm – Your neighborhood bar becomes a time machine when Zone Status cranks out classic rock, country, and dance bangers from Led Zeppelin to Lizzo, giving your Spotify playlist a complex about missing out. Live energy is nonnegotiable, dance-floor embarrassment is complimentary, and yes, there’s no cover.
This weekend
🌽 Growing Together Farmers Market | Saturday (8/16) at 9:00am – If you’re tired of the same sad zucchini at your usual haunt, swing by Southeast Nashville behind Christ Lutheran Church on Saturdays for fresh produce, think Burmese okra and Bhutanese greens grown by folks who actually know their roots, plus EBT’s welcome and community vibes.
🎥 Bollywood Night @ Plaza Mariachi | Saturday (8/16) at 5:00pm – Summer Saturday calls for swirling saris and bhangra beats under the neon arches at Plaza Mariachi. Trupti Vaidaya and Strange Curry serve live Bollywood rhythms, spicy street eats, and more twirls than a line of midlife crisis convertibles. Bring your best moves.
💇 Wigs + Extensions Workshop @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville South Cool Springs | Sunday (8/17) at 9:00am – HairUWear is rolling into Nashville with a two-day crash course on human hair extensions, wig construction, shade selection, and steaming workshops. It’s the cure for weekend hair hacks, mixing cap customization and point-cutting drills so you can finally stop telling clients “we’ll just wing it.”
🎺 Mariachi Is Back @ Plaza Mariachi | Sunday (8/17) at 3:00pm – Pull up a lawn chair at Plaza Mariachi for free live mariachi every Sunday in August, no VIP wristband required. Expect soaring trumpets, cheeky lyrics, and enough queso vibes to outshine your cousin’s backyard BBQ. It’s your new low-key Sunday ritual.
✍️ Writers Night @ Bluebird Cafe | Sunday (8/17) at 8:00pm – This one-night gig brings Bonnie Baker and Jeff Pearson to the Bluebird to premiere fresh lyrics, tall tales, and sly observations about our beloved quirks. Tables are scarce, pews aren’t reserved, so snag your seat, order a drink, and claim your local cred.
Next week
❤️ Masterpiece Art Series: Robert Indiana’s LOVE Sculpture @ Cheekwood Botanical Gardens | Tuesday (8/19) at 9:00am – Swing by Cheekwood for Robert Indiana’s monumental LOVE sculpture popping up among the summer blooms, because nothing says local pride like a giant graphic hug in the gardens. It’s world-class art, community vibes, and floral perfume, no passport required.
👫 KidConnect Fair @ Acton TriStar Academy | Tuesday (8/19) at 10:00am – Grab that parent hat and swing by Acton TriStar Academy to unearth hidden gems for your kid, from piano and sewing lessons to tutoring and speech services. Chat with local pros, and finally discover what your little hero is really into, all under one roof.
🎭 Dolly: An Original Musical @ The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts | Tuesday (8/19) at 7:30pm – Think you’ve heard every Dolly story? This new stage musical traces her barefoot beginnings in the Smoky Mountains to rhinestone Hollywood trailblazer status, with all your favorite hits and a few fresh tunes. Grab your friends, tissues optional, high heels mandatory.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/15 Joe Clemmons and more @ Bluebird Cafe – 6 pm
- 8/15 DurangoFest! @ Plaza Mariachi – 9 pm
- 8/16 The Round with Vincent Trochia and more @ Bluebird Cafe – 6 pm
- 8/16 Colbie Caillat @ Southall Farm & Inn – 7 pm
- 8/16 Sam Hunter Trio @ Westhaven Foundation Park – 7 pm
- 8/16 Box of Rox @ Fozzy’s – 8 pm
- 8/17 Olivia Rudeen @ Belle Meade Winery – 12:30 pm
- 8/17 Clay Evans @ Bluebird Cafe – 6 pm
🏠️ Price is right – Franklin edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
Listed by: Sarah Oglesby (Onward Real Estate)
Diamond leaded windows, three fireplaces, and a vaulted office with its own gas hearth set the tone for this French Country standout in Ladd Park. The main-level suite connects straight to the laundry (no more hauling baskets upstairs), while a media room, bonus space, and an unfinished attic leave plenty of room for movie nights and future projects.
A covered porch, outdoor kitchen, and paver patio overlook four acres of forever-protected green space. Fresh paint, a new impact-resistant roof, and a three-car garage round out the perks, with miles of trails and resort-style pools just down the street.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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