Franklin Tomorrow

Feb. 9 FrankTalks to focus on disaster preparedness, response
2026-02-09 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Williamson County Public Library, 1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join Franklin Tomorrow on Monday, Feb. 9, to hear from local experts on preparing for the next emergency as Williamson County continues its recovery from the winter storm which struck in January.
We’ve invited those in the know to help us prepare for the next event as well as talk about what they may have learned from the most recent event. We will announce more details as they become available.
The event will be held at the Williamson County Public Library, 1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin, starting with coffee and treats at 9 a.m. and the hourlong program at 9:30 a.m.
FrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank, with additional support from our sustaining partners, Atmos Energy, PAPE-DAWSON, and Williamson Health.

Franklin Tomorrow Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards Feb. 18
2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The community is invited to come together on Wednesday, Feb. 18, to join as volunteers and organizations in numerous categories are honored as part of Franklin Tomorrow’s 19th annual Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards, which will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 6 p.m. at the Franklin Theatre in Historic Downtown Franklin.
Doors will open at 5 p.m., and thanks to the generosity of partners, including presenting partner Williamson Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Services, there is no cost to attend this year’s event, but RSVPs are requested at https://events.humanitix.com/2026ftvolunteerawards.
More than 40 nonprofits, other organizations and individuals submitted nominees for the awards, which carry a cash prize to the nonprofit of the recipients’ choice.
With the significant number of nominees in this year’s awards, visit www.franklintomorrow.org or click the links below to see nominees in the following categories: Emerging Leader, Youth Initiative, Volunteer Spirit, Civic Group, Corporate Achievement Award, and Individual Corporate Achievement.
Also, a special In Memoriam program will honor community leaders, volunteers and individuals who have passed away over the last year.
Franklin Tomorrow will also present additional awards, including the Anne T. Rutherford Exemplary Community Volunteer Award and the Charles M. Sargent Leadership Award. Franklin Tomorrow Board Chair Peggy Kidd will also have awards.
Each award carries a cash prize to the nonprofit of the recipients’ choice.
In addition to Williamson Memorial, Franklin Tomorrow wishes to thank Buerger Moseley Carson, PLC; and the following elected officials for their support — County Mayor Rogers Anderson, Property Assessor Brad Coleman, County Clerk Jeff Whidby, Trustee Karen Paris, Register of Deeds Sherry Anderson, Circuit Court Clerk Debbie Barrett, Juvenile Court Judge Sharon Guffee, District Attorney Stacey Edmonson, Sheriff Jeff Hughes, and Juvenile Court Clerk Margaret Mahew. Franklin Tomorrow’s Sustaining Partners, Atmos Energy, PAPE-DAWSON and Williamson Health, also support this event. State Sen. Jack Johnson is also a partner in the awards.
It is not too late to be a sponsor and those interested can email CEO Mindy Tate at mindy@franklintomorrow.org.
Civic Group Nominees
Corporate Award Nominees, Group & Individual
Emerging Leader Nominees
Neighbor to Neighbor Nominees
Volunteer Spirit Nominees
Youth Initiative Nominees

March 16 - FrankTalks: "People to Know"
2026-03-16 09:00 - 10:30 | Williamson Co. Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join Franklin Tomorrow on Monday, March 16, 2026, to hear and connect with community leaders who are shaping the future of our city.
Whether you are new to the community or a longtime resident, this is your chance to strengthen your connections in Franklin.
Franklin Tomorrow has changed the date of its March FrankTalks to the third Monday of the month, March 16, due to spring break.
Set for the Williamson County Enrichment Center, the topic will be “People to Know,” featuring a unique panel of speakers on a variety of topics. The event will begin at 9 a.m. with a 30-minute coffee social, followed by the hourlong program at 9:30 a.m.
The panel will include Bo Segers, Board chair of the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County; Paul Clements, a seasoned historian and author with nearly five decades dedicated to studying and writing about history; and the winners of the Williamson County Schools Entrepreneur & Innovation Center Pitch Contest.
To RSVP, visit https://events.humanitix.com/march16franktalks
As well as serving as Heritage Foundation Board Chair, Segers is the General Counsel for The Breakaway League, LLC. In this role, he has primary responsibility for the legal issues affecting the League. In addition, he assists his clients in understanding the implications of their retirement choices. Segers has been practicing law since 1991, and he is licensed in Tennessee, Georgia, Texas, and Arkansas. Before being appointed Board Chair to the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County this year, Segers has served as a Board Member since 2023. In addition, he served as the Heritage Ball Chair with his wife, Debbie, for the 52nd Annual Heritage Ball in 2025.
The Williamson County Schools Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (EIC) in Franklin, hosts recurring Pitch Nights and an annual Final Pitch Program where high school students present business ideas for potential startup funding. Winners of the Final Pitch Program were the inventors of SipBack, a modular beach chair system with an integrated beverage tap system.
Clements, a seasoned historian and author with nearly five decades dedicated to studying and writing about history, recently served as editor of “Battle Ground Academy Voices From Back in the Day.” The book is a compilation of the history of BGA through distillation of a series of oral interviews of noted alumni.
Clement’s work began with a focus on architectural history, culminating in the publication of his first book in 1987, “A Past Remembered,” a detailed two-volume exploration of antebellum homes in Davidson County. Over time, his interest shifted towards capturing the living history of Middle Tennessee through personal narratives. This focus is evident in “Tell Them We Were Rising,” which compiles 23 stories highlighting the experiences of Black individuals navigating slavery and the Jim Crow era, both in Nashville and surrounding areas.
FrankTalks is presented monthly with support of Renasant Bank, as well as Franklin Tomorrow’s sustaining partners: Atmos Energy, PAPE-DAWSON, and Williamson Health. Lyon Leadership Group provides coffee for the event.
The event will be held at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave, Franklin, TN 37064, starting with coffee and networking at 9 a.m. and the hourlong program at 9:30 a.m.
FrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank, with additional support from our sustaining partners, Atmos Energy, PAPE-DAWSON, and Williamson Health.

March 21 - Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee
2026-03-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Bicentennial Park Pavilion, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us for the annual Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee! Whether it’s painting, acting, singing, poetry and any other art form, all kids are welcome to come and let their talents shine! An afternoon filled with art stops, performances, exhibits and more. Food will be available for purchase from food trucks.
For more information, visit the following link: www.franklintn.gov/kaft
Franklin Tomorrow will be launching its America’s 250th Mural Mosaic project at the event. The mural, which reflects a unity tree with roots forming a heart, will be a gift to the community after its completion this spring as part of Kids Art Festival of Tennessee on March 21 and Arbor Day on April 18, according to Mindy Tate, CEO of Franklin Tomorrow.
The 8X12 foot mural includes 600 pieces which can be individually painted by citizens, Tate said, with each tile coming with its own palette of paints in certain tones to create the overall appearance of the tree and background.
Learn more about the mural project and how you can participate at https://franklintomorrow.org/franklin-tomorrow-launches-americas-250th-mural-mosaic-project-at-kids-arts-festival-march-21/

March 28 - TEDx Franklin: "Finding Your Place Within Your Community"
2026-03-28 14:00 - 17:30 | Columbia State Community College, 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin, Tennessee, 37064
TEDx Franklin will be Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 2 to 5:30 p.m. in the theater located in the Arts & Technology Building at the Columbia State Community College, Williamson Campus, located at 1228 Liberty Pike in Franklin.
This event will showcase 12 speakers, both local and national, who will speak about topics relating to the theme Finding Your Place Within Your Community.
Speakers for the event include Chris Whitney, Craig Weber, Craige Hoover, Dave Delaney, Erin Krueger, Holly Duckworth, Jess Patz, Kalinda Fisher, Landon Funk, Leslie Mathis, Mridu Nagrath-Parikh, and Pam Lewis. Their bios can be found at https://events.humanitix.com/2026tedxfranklin
The theme is related to The Third Place, a phrase for a social environment where people gather other than in the home or at work. The emphasis will be on discussing how to build community both locally and on a national/international level.
The event will be limited to 100 attendees in keeping with TEDx standards and will consist of two sessions separated by an intermission. Tickets for the event can be found through this link.
General information is available at https://TEDxfranklin.me
This will be a great opportunity for community members to hear from a wide range of voices about how we develop and grow community here, and it will also be an opportunity for speakers to improve their skills and deliver their messages.
Dan Ryan is the organizer and the TEDx Franklin Planning Committee includes Mindy Tate, Mayor Ken Moore, Phyllis Molyneux, Kathie Moore, Dr. Shane A. Hall, Deb Varallo, Marion Campos, Darin McCloy, Louis Upkins and Gena Ryan.
The presentation sponsor is Wilson Bank & Trust; Gold Sponsors include Franklin Tomorrow and Franklin Rotary at Breakfast, and Bronze Sponsors include Deborah Varallo, Dr. Shane Hall, Kathie Moore, and Dan Ryan.
Register now at: https://events.humanitix.com/tedx-franklin-finding-your-place-within-your-community
About TEDx Franklin
TEDxFranklin events spark engagement and discussion by sharing live speaker talks and TED videos with the local community. Our full day conferences are fully planned and coordinated independently for the Franklin community. The content and design of each TEDx event is unique and developed locally but all of them have common key features and align to TEDx branding.

What is TEDx?
In the spirit of discovering and spreading ideas, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxFranklin, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxFranklin event, TED Talks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.

This independent TEDx event is operated under license from TED.

April 13 - FrankTalks
2026-04-13 09:00 - 10:30 | Columbia State Community College, 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin, Tennessee, 37064
Join Franklin Tomorrow for our monthly FrankTalks: City Hall on Wheels on April 13, featuring Franklin City Administrator Eric Stuckey, Walter Denton, Assistant City Administrator for Community and Economic Development, and other officials.
The event will be held at Columbia State Community College – Williamson Campus (1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin, TN). Start your morning with a coffee social at 9:00 a.m., followed by the program beginning at 9:30 a.m.
The program will include:

Welcome remarks from Eric Stuckey
Insight into Franklin’s approach to growth from Walter Denton
Updates from the City of Franklin
And more!

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from Franklin’s key leaders, learn more about city initiatives, and be part of the conversation shaping our community.
There is no cost to attend the event thanks to the generous support of our presenting partner, Renasant Bank, as well as our sustaining partners: Atmos Energy, Williamson Health, and PAPE-DAWSON.
Additional support for this event comes from Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

April 28 - Breakfast with the Mayors
2026-04-28 07:00 - 09:00 | Rolling Hills Community Church, 1810 Columbia Ave, Franklin, Tennessee, 37064
REGISTER NOW!
As we approach the Williamson County election, join us on April 28 at the Rolling Hills Community Church for a special Breakfast with the Mayors: Meet Williamson County’s Next Mayor.
Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson and Franklin Mayor Dr. Ken Moore will be joined by the three Williamson County mayoral candidates for a discussion on their vision and priorities for our community. Candidates will share their perspectives on key issues, respond to questions submitted in advance by attendees, and engage directly with students from Williamson County schools.
Featured candidates:
• Andy Marshall
• Bhavani “BK” Kumar Muvvala
• Mary Smith
This event is free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of our presenting partners: Ascension Saint Thomas, Gresham Smith, and Pinnacle Financial Partners.
Additional support is provided by our Sustaining Partners, including Atmos Energy, PAPE-DAWSON, and Williamson Health, as well as Williamson Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, GFiber, Burr-Forman, Hazen & Sawyer, FirstBank, Vulcan Materials, and Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Special support for this event is provided by H.G. Hill Realty Company.
Breakfast will be provided by Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant. Franklin Tomorrow does not endorse any candidate in this race.
Coffee will be provided by Frothy Monkey.
Come be part of the conversation and hear directly from those seeking to lead our county.
A 45-minute networking breakfast will begin at 7 a.m., followed by the hourlong program at 7:45 a.m.

May 6 - Courageous Conversations
2026-05-06 07:30 - 09:00 | Columbia State Community College, 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin, Tennessee, 37064
Join us for an engaging and interactive discussion!

Unite Williamson, Mayor Dr. Ken Moore, and Reverend Dr. Kenneth Hill welcome you to a special community gathering featuring Dr. Terrence Schofield – bestselling author, senior pastor, and nationally recognized expert in human performance and diverse relationships.
Dr. Schofield will lead a discussion on engaging in meaningful and respectful “Courageous Conversations,” helping individuals and communities build understanding and strengthen relationships in a changing world.
Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/courageous-conversations-tickets-1987124232070?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
Coffee & Bagels generously provided by Ugly Bagel!
Event will take place in the Community Room

May 11 - FrankTalks: A Legacy of Tradition and Community-The Franklin Rodeo
2026-05-11 09:00 - 10:30 | Williamson County Public Library, 1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate “A Legacy of Tradition and Community: The Franklin Rodeo” on Monday, May 11, at Franklin Tomorrow FrankTalks.
The event will be held at the Williamson County Public Library – 1314 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN 37064
Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/may11-franktalks
Since 1949, cowboys and cowgirls have stampeded to Franklin, Tennessee, each May to take part in what is proudly billed as the largest rodeo east of the Mississippi. The Franklin Rodeo, presented by the Franklin Noon Rotary Club, has become a cherished tradition, celebrating more than seven decades of excitement and community impact.
Join us as we mark the rodeo’s 75th year with leaders and Rotarians who bring this event to life. Hear firsthand about its history, its impact, and the role it continues to play in shaping the Franklin community. Click here to learn more about the Franklin Rodeo: https://www.franklinrodeo.com/
There is no cost to attend the event thanks to the generous support of our presenting partner, Renasant Bank, as well as our sustaining partners: Atmos Energy, Williamson Health, and PAPE-DAWSON.

June 8 - FrankTalks: People to Know in Nonprofits
2026-06-08 09:00 - 10:30 | Columbia State Community College, 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin, Tennessee, 37064
Join Franklin Tomorrow on Monday, June 8, as we get to know new people and learn about new programs as part of our monthly FrankTalks, presented by Renasant Bank.
This “People to Know” event will feature Mark Fleischer, the new executive director of Studio Tenn theater company; Tina Doniger, recently selected executive director of SaddleUp!; and Sharon Stewart, who will share about a new nonprofit serving the community, the Door Step project.
FrankTalks will be held at Columbia State Community College, 1228 Liberty Pike, and start at 9 a.m. in the Administration Building with a 30-minute coffee social. The program will begin at 9:30 a.m.
Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/june-8-franklin-tomorrow-franktalks

FrankTalks: Williamson County Conversations with Cumberland Region Tomorrow
2026-07-13 09:00 - 10:30 | Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center (EIC), 104 Claude Yates Dr, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
On July 13, Franklin Tomorrow will host Cumberland Region Tomorrow (CRT) for the latest stop in CRT’s County Conversations series as part of our monthly FrankTalks lecture series.
The event will be held at Williamson County Schools Entrepreneur & Innovation Center, 109 Claude Yates Dr., Franklin, starting at 9 a.m. with coffee, followed by the hour-long program at 9:30 a.m.
This year, CRT is visiting each of the 10 counties that make up Middle Tennessee’s Cumberland Region to explore a simple but important question: How do we continue to grow while preserving the qualities that make our communities special?
The discussion will be led by Jennifer Chalos, executive director of CRT, but will also include opportunities to engage with others and share your opinion on important regional issues.
There is no cost to attend the event, thanks to the generous support of our presenting partner, Renasant Bank, as well as our sustaining partners: Atmos Energy, Williamson Health, and PAPE-DAWSON.
Additional support for this event comes from Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/july-13-franktalks-williamson-county-conversations

July 28th Breakfast With the Mayors to feature an All-American theme
2026-07-28 07:00 - 09:00 | Rolling Hills Community Church, 1810 Columbia Ave, Franklin, Tennessee, 37064
Join Franklin Tomorrow on Tuesday, July 28, as we celebrate being named one of 10 All-America Cities in the country by the National Civic League while also celebrating the final Breakfast With the Mayors for Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson.
The event will be held at Rolling Hills Community Church, 1810 Columbia Ave., in Franklin, starting at 7 a.m. with the program at 7:45 a.m.
The event is free thanks to the generosity of our presenting partners — Gresham Smith, Pinnacle Financial Partners, and Ascension St. Thomas.
