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Happy Tuesday, 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 week ahead.
In today’s edition: A breast cancer run for teachers, a fall native plant sale, truck or treat, and more.
Let’s get to it.
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Unexpected traffic trouble: A loose horse caused a brief slowdown on Horton Lane in Franklin before police and ranch hands safely guided it home in a lighthearted “Neigh-borhood Watch” moment — watch the video here.
Community walks for teachers: The first Pink Ribbon Run in Franklin raised funds and awareness for local teachers battling breast cancer, honoring their strength and community support — learn how it came together.
Burger chain eyes Nashville: In-N-Out Burger has purchased nearly two acres in Hermitage for $3.2 million as it considers opening a Nashville-area location amid its ongoing Tennessee expansion — get all the details.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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Organic comfort food you’ll actually crave
Franklin’s Herban Market proves “healthy” can be fun. This locally owned, all-organic market-meets-restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner you’ll actually crave.
Think hearty bowls, pizzas, burgers, and salads that don’t need a decoder ring. Dressings, sauces, and breads come from their own bakery, so flavors stay clean and bold.
The kitchen is seed-oil free and big on gluten-free and dairy-free options. Vegan, vegetarian, paleo, and keto eaters will find plenty to love, and espresso, olive oil tastings, and balsamics keep things interesting.
If you want thoughtful sourcing without the lecture, pull up a chair at Herban Market today and settle in with a glass of biodynamic wine.
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🫶 We got your back
Fall fun in Franklin: The 40th annual PumpkinFest returns to downtown Franklin on Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., featuring over 140 vendors, live music, food and drink, costume contests, and a KidZone. Shuttles will run from Harlinsdale Farm and Franklin High for easy access. Get all the details.
Safe disposal made easy: The Brentwood Police Department will host National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., giving residents a free, anonymous way to drop off expired or unwanted medications. Vape pens without batteries are accepted, but no liquids or needles. Learn how to participate.
Pumpkin patch plans: Because sometimes Franklin just needs a classic, Gentry’s Farm delivers fall favorites: homegrown pumpkins, a relaxed kids’ area, and room to roam. Pack a blanket, pick a gourd, and make a simple, local tradition that feels right all weekend.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
Break up with debt for good: These guys can help you cut ties, pay up to 30% less than you owe, and finally get some peace. This isn’t your average debt relief advice… it’s a financial fresh start, complete with a victory dance and happy cry or two when your balance hits zero.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
✂️ Adult Crafts @ The Crag Franklin | Tuesday (10/21) at 5:00pm – Pumpkin season isn’t just for kids—get creative with no mess and all fun at this adults-only craft night. Carve, paint, or bedazzle a gourd among fellow adults who know the value of a steady hand, a good laugh, and a clean table. Spots are limited, so register early.
🌟 A Night Full of Stars – Fundraiser Dinner @ Brentwood Baptist Church | Tuesday (10/21) at 5:30pm – Break out your small talk and your checkbook for A Night Full of Stars, a fundraiser dinner with good eats, a silent auction, and a coaches panel. Special guest Jason Romano shares stories while we support Stars, see friends, and outbid the neighbors.
🎨 Art of Belle Meade @ Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery | Tuesday (10/21) at 6:00pm – Give Netflix a rest and head to Belle Meade for an after hours wander through the mansion’s art. Expect thoroughbreds, formerly enslaved grooms who cared for them, serious portraiture, and pastoral calm, then unwind in the Wine & Bourbon Library with wine, and charcuterie.
🎃 Truck or Treat @ The Crag Franklin | Friday (10/24) at 3:00pm – If you want the kids to fill a pumpkin bucket without zigzagging the neighborhood, hit the dealership’s sixth annual Truck or Treat. Candy stations, games, and zero sales pressure, just free fun. You get an easy parenting win, they get sugar, the town gets community.
🍺 Boos & Brews @ Tailgate Brewery Headquarters | Friday (10/24) at 6:00pm – Show up in your spookiest, silliest, or most attic-chic costume for a family-friendly fundraiser that actually feels fun. Omega Defern onstage, a costume and pumpkin-decorating contest, games for all ages, beer, cheese, and pizza, all backing the Tennessee Caregiver Coalition, because caregivers deserve the spotlight.
This weekend
🌿 Fall Native Plant Sale @ Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary | Saturday (10/25) at 10:00am – Fall at Owl’s Hill means one thing, upgrading your yard with natives that actually survive here. Pick up seeds, perennials, trees, shrubs, grasses, and vines, support the sanctuary and Wild Ones, and outsmart the deer. Quantities are limited, and pups sit this one out.
🐐 Halloween Spooktacular @ Goat Yoga Nashville | Saturday (10/25) at 10:30am – Yeehaw and namaste, partner! Stretch, laugh, and pose alongside costumed goats at this Halloween-themed Goat Yoga class. Perfect for photos, pals, and a little fall absurdity.
🍁 Fall Finale @ Hidden Gem Farmers Market | Saturday (10/25) at 11:00am – Last regular market of the season, so bring the big tote and pretend your pantry is a community service project. Stock up on local meats, produce, breads, jams, crafts, and more. No tears, just cheers, because holiday markets for Thanksgiving and Christmas are coming.
📚 Friends of the Library @ Williamson County Public Library | Saturday (10/25) at 2:00pm – Bring the kids to the library for trick-or-treating, bribing them with candy, then sneaking in books, courtesy of the Friends. Ages 12 and under, caregivers required, no registration, no fuss. Wholesome chaos, quiet hallways, and a sugar rush you can walk off in the stacks.
📖 WCCB at the Brentwood Library @ The John P. Holt Brentwood Library | Sunday (10/26) at 3:00pm – Whether you come for the books or the brass, the Brentwood Library’s hosting a cozy fall concert that’s anything but hushed. Settle in among the stacks for an easy afternoon of music, neighbors, and that smug feeling of being cultured without the parking headache.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 10/22 Stephen Kellogg and more @ Bluebird Cafe – 9 pm
- 10/23 Reed Pittman @ Arrington Vineyards – 4:30 pm
- 10/23 Mabilene @ Brown’s Diner – 7 pm
- 10/26 Makenzie Phipps @ Belle Meade Winery – 12:30 pm
- 10/28 Toby Lightman @ Bluebird Cafe – 9 pm
- 10/30 Music City Melody @ Williamson County Performing Arts Center – 7 pm
- 10/31 Deaddance Horror Fest @ Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor – 7 pm
- 10/31 Halloween Party @ Fozzy’s Bar – 8 pm
- 11/2 The Red Clark @ Fox & Locke – 3 pm
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🏠️ This house is wild
Listed by: Luke Krehbiel (Parks Compass)
Revived by Lee Restoration, this historic charmer pairs crisp, modern flow with heirloom millwork. Ten-foot ceilings, working transoms, a wraparound front porch, and gas lanterns set the tone. Solid vintage doors and period hardware keep the history honest, while multiple living spaces flex for entertaining, conversation, or quiet.
On the lush corner of Academy and Battle, the just-over-3000-square-foot plan offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and two primary suites. Closets and hideaways abound, plus an oversized single garage with built-ins and insulated storage ready for tools, toys, or a workshop.
Take a peek inside →
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