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SUMMARY:Franklin Tomorrow’s April 29 Breakfast With Mayors focus 2025 County Property Reappraisal\, impact on residents
DESCRIPTION:Franklin Tomorrow’s popular Breakfast With the Mayors\, presented by Pinnacle Financial Partners and Gresham Smith\, will be held Tuesday\, April 29\, when Franklin Mayor Dr. Ken Moore and Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson will welcome Williamson County Property Assessor Brad Coleman.\nTo RSVP for the free event\, go to https://April29BWTM.eventbrite.com/?aff=website\nWilliamson County is completing a reappraisal of all property\, commercial and residential\, and Coleman will offer a snapshot of the potential impacts of the reappraisal on Williamson County property owners and their property tax burdens.\nDuring a recent City of Franklin Budget and Finance Committee meeting\, Coleman compared the 2024 total assessed value of property in Franklin at $7.6 million to the projected 2025 assessed value of $11.7 million.\nThe City of Franklin’s current tax rate is $.3261 per $100 of assessed value\, but with the growth in the assessed value\, the projected tax rate Coleman told the commission was $.2111. State law requires a reappraisal be “revenue neutral\,” meaning the certified tax rate may only generate the same amount of tax revenues for the city as the previous year.\nIn Tennessee\, agricultural and residential property is assessed at 25% of its appraised value\, while commercial is assessed at 40% of its appraised value.\nColeman will offer insight into how property owners across the county\, not just Franklin\, may be impacted\, with values in some areas projected to increase by more than 50%. Williamson County Trustee Karen Paris will talk about tax relief programs and Coleman is also expected to discuss the appeals process. \nBreakfast With the Mayors is held quarterly with the support of presenting partners\, Pinnacle Financial Partners and Gresham Smith\, as well as our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy\, Williamson Health and Ragan Smith\, a Pape-Dawson company.\nThe event is free thanks to the generosity of our partners. It will be held at Rolling Hills Community Church\, 1810 Columbia Ave.\, with coffee service by Lyon Leadership Group\, the local McDonald’s franchisee\, as well as breakfast from Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant starting at 7 a.m.\nAdditional support for Breakfast With the Mayors comes from GFiber\, FirstBank\, Hazen and Sawyer\, and UHY Certified Public Accountants.\nBreakfast With the Mayors begins at 7 a.m. with a 45-minute networking breakfast.\nThe program will begin at 7:45 a.m. and will also be broadcast live on Franklin Tomorrow’s website and Facebook pages.\nFranklin Tomorrow recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of its founding as Franklin’s longtime community visioning and engagement organization. Its mission is to engage the community\, foster collaboration\, and advocate for a shared vision for the future of Franklin.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/franklin-tomorrows-april-29-breakfast-with-mayors-to-focus-2025-county-property-reappraisal-impact-on-residents/
LOCATION:Rolling Hills Community Church\, 1810 Columbia Ave\, Franklin\, Tennessee\, 37064
CATEGORIES:Breakfast with the Mayors
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T103000
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SUMMARY:May 12th FrankTalks: Franklin Special District\, Reaching New Heights
DESCRIPTION:Join Franklin Tomorrow on Monday\, May 12\, as we visit the new headquarters of the Franklin Special District at 205 Eddy Lane to hear officials tell us about how the district is “Reaching New Heights for Students\,” whether in the classroom or community\, or with district leadership. \nEstablished in 1906\, by the Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen\, the Franklin Special District (FSD) is a public school system serving pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade students in eight schools within the city of Franklin. A special act of the legislature in 1949 allowed the district to make changes in its funding sources\, thus becoming the first special school district in Tennessee. This change in status gave the School Board the authority to approve its own budget and levy taxes to fund education. From that point forward\, the school district would be known as the Franklin Special School District. And in 2024\, the Board of Education made the decision to rebrand\, reintroducing ourselves as the Franklin Special District\, or FSD. \nFrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank and our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy; RaganSmith\, A Pape-Dawson Company; and Williamson Health. Thank you to Lyon Leadership Group\, our local McDonald’s franchisee for coffee for the event.\nA monthly event\, we start at 9 a.m. with a 30-minute coffee social\, followed at 9:30 a.m. with an hour-long program.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/may-12th-franktalks-franklin-special-district-reaching-new-heights/
LOCATION:Franklin Special District Office\, 205 Eddy Lane\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T103000
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SUMMARY:June 9th FrankTalks: City Hall on Wheels
DESCRIPTION:Join Franklin Tomorrow for our monthly FrankTalks with Franklin City Administrator Eric Stuckey for a unique session titled\, “City Hall on Wheels” on Monday\, June 9th.\nFrankTalks will be held at Williamson County Enrichment Center located at 110 Everbright Avenue in Franklin\, which will begin at 9 a.m. with a coffee social\, followed by the hour-long program at 9:30 a.m. \nFranklin City Administrator Eric Stuckey will offer insight into the 2025-26 City of Franklin budget and the projects and personnel it may fund pending Board of Mayor and Aldermen approval. The creation\, approval and execution of the operating budget is one of the most important policy and financial decisions the City of Franklin is tasked with annually. The City of Franklin adheres to the guidance and principles for budgeting set forth by the Government Finance Officer’s Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada. For more information\, visit https://www.franklintn.gov/government/departments-a-j/budget-performance/budget/fy-2026-budget \nFrankTalks is presented monthly with our presenting partner\, Renasant Bank\, and the support of our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy\, RaganSmith\, a Pape-Dawson Company and Williamson Health. Additional Support provided by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. We appreciate Lyon Leadership Group for providing coffee through the area McDonald’s.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/june-9th-franktalks-city-hall-on-wheels/
LOCATION:Williamson Co. Enrichment Center\, 110 Everbright Avenue\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250714T103000
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SUMMARY:July 14th FrankTalks: People to Know
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, July 14\, join Franklin Tomorrow for our monthly FrankTalks lecture series\, this month featuring a panel of “People to Know” at the Moore-Morris History & Culture Center at 108 Bridge Street in downtown Franklin. \nWe will start with a 30-minute coffee social at 9 a.m. and the hourlong program at 9:30. \nOur theme for the month is “People To Know\,” and will feature a panel of “new” faces in Franklin or individuals in new roles. Participating in the panel will be William Scales\, Board Chair for the Heritage Foundation; Neily Boyd\, the new Executive Director for High Hopes PreSchool and Pediatric Therapy; and Dr. Shane Hall\, the new vice president for the Williamson Campus of Columbia State Community College\, as well for community engagement. \nTo RSVP\, follow this link. \nFrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank and our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy; RaganSmith\, A Pape-Dawson Company; and Williamson Health. Thank you to Lyon Leadership Group\, our local McDonald’s franchisee for coffee for the event.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/july-14th-franktalks/
LOCATION:Moore-Morris History & Culture Center\, 108 Bridge Street\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
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SUMMARY:Cheers to 25 Years! A Franklin Tomorrow Celebration
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a special summer evening celebrating 25 years of Franklin Tomorrow and the incredible community that’s made it all possible!\nWe’re hosting a fun\, casual gathering at the beautiful new Bicentennial Park Pavilion\, filled with live music\, good company\, and plenty of summer spirit. \n🎶 Dance and sing along to the sounds of The Exotics\, one of Franklin’s favorite local bands\n🍉 Enjoy light bites and refreshing drinks\n🎉 Celebrate our impact and toast to the future of Franklin \nTickets are required and include food\, entertainment\, and a great time with friends and neighbors. Proceeds help support Franklin Tomorrow’s mission to engage the community\, foster collaboration\, and advocate for a shared vision for the future of Franklin. \nLet’s come together to mark this exciting milestone — 25 years of bringing people together for the good of Franklin.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/25years-franklintomorrow/
LOCATION:Bicentennial Park Pavilion\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
CREATED:20250523T183532Z
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SUMMARY:July 29 Breakfast with the Mayors
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URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/july-29-breakfast-with-the-mayors/
LOCATION:Rolling Hills Community Church\, 1810 Columbia Ave\, Franklin\, Tennessee\, 37064
CATEGORIES:Breakfast with the Mayors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
CREATED:20250523T183006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T191053Z
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SUMMARY:August 11 FrankTalks: 2025 Williamson County Education Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Jason Golden  \nFrankTalks will be held on Tuesday\, Aug. 11\, at Columbia State College – Williamson County campus\, 1228 Liberty Pike\, in the administration building. \nThe hour-long program will begin at 9:30 but join us for a 30-minute coffee social starting at 9 a.m. \nOur theme for the month is 2025 Williamson County Education Outlook and will feature Jason Golden\, who is the superintendent of Williamson County Schools. Golden was appointed full superintendent in June 2019. His previous career experience includes working in the district as its attorney\, chief operating officer\, and deputy superintendent. \nHe will bring members of his leadership team and others to offer an update on education in Williamson County Schools\, but also the start of the 2025 school year and exciting opportunities ahead. In May 2025\, Dr. David Snowden updated attendees on the Franklin Special District and looked ahead to the 2025-26 school year. \nTo RSVP\, follow this link: https://Aug112025FrankTalks.eventbrite.com \nFrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank and our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy; RaganSmith\, A Pape-Dawson Company; and Williamson Health. Thank you to Lyon Leadership Group\, our local McDonald’s franchisee for coffee for the event. \nA monthly event\, we start at 9 a.m. with a 30-minute coffee social\, followed at 9:30 a.m. with an hour-long program.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/august-11-franktalks/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T195543Z
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SUMMARY:20 years later\, "Widow of The South" impact topic of Sept. 8 FrankTalks
DESCRIPTION:Franklin Tomorrow’s monthly FrankTalks will be held on Monday\, September 8th at Carnton\, 1345 Eastern Flank Circle\, Franklin. The hour-long program will begin at this month at 9 a.m.\, with coffee ready at 8:45 a.m. \nIn another change\, we will be outdoors for this event\, with chairs on the lawn in front of the home. Guests are encouraged to bring a sweater and while seating will be available\, if you wish\, bring your own chair. \nSeptember 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of the publication of “The Widow of the South” by the late Robert Hicks. Hicks was a New York Times bestselling author for his 2005 novel\, “The Widow of the South\,” in which he told a fictionalized account of the life of Carrie McGavock\, matron of Carnton Plantation\, to tend the graves of more than 1\,500 soldiers killed in the Nov. 30\, 1864\, Battle of Franklin. \nThe book brought international attention and a flood of visitors to Franklin\, Carnton and other Civil War historic sites after it was published in 2005. He was named Tennessean of the Year in 2005 by The Tennessean for the impact of the novel as well as for the co-founding of Franklin’s Charge\, which brought together numerous organizations in a broad-based coalition dedicated to reclaiming Franklin’s Civil War legacy through land acquisition and interpretation. Hundreds of acres have been reclaimed and Franklin’s Charge remains a vital community organization\, which has raised millions of dollars through its efforts. \nThe National Park Service called the success in Franklin “the largest battlefield reclamation in North American history.” \nAmong those participating on Sept. 8 will be Eric Jacobson\, CEO of the Battle of Franklin Trust\, and Julian Bibb III\, co-founder of Franklin’s Charge. Maureen Thornton of Visit Franklin and Tim Kearns\, chair of the BOFT Board\, will attend\, as well as other special guests. \nFrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank and our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy; RaganSmith\, A Pape-Dawson Company; and Williamson Health. Thank you to Lyon Leadership Group\, our local McDonald’s franchisee for coffee for the event. \nTo RSVP for the event\, follow this link.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/20-years-later-widow-of-the-south-impact-topic-of-sept-8-franktalks/
LOCATION:Carnton\, 1345 Eastern Flank Circle\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
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SUMMARY:Oct. 21 Breakfast With Mayors moves to The Factory to discuss Building a Healthy Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Franklin Tomorrow will host a special edition of Breakfast With the Mayors on Tuesday\, Oct. 21\, from 7–9 a.m. at The Factory at Franklin’s Liberty Hall. \nEarlier this year\, Franklin and Franklin Tomorrow were selected by the National Civic League as one of only two cities nationwide to participate in the Healthy Democracy Project\, designed to help communities build stronger civic connections and tackle local challenges through community engagement. \nAt this event\, attendees will hear from Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson and Franklin Mayor Dr. Ken Moore and then move into small-group dialogues focused on three community priorities identified through surveys and meetings:\n• Youth Engagement & Leadership\n• Civic Awareness & Engagement\n• Community Infrastructure & Public Services \nBreakfast is included\, and youth (middle school and above) are encouraged to attend and participate.\n📅 Tuesday\, Oct. 21\, 7–9 AM\n📍 The Factory at Franklin\, Liberty Hall\n👉 Register here: Eventbrite link \nThis is more than a breakfast\, it’s a chance to help shape the future of civic life in Franklin. Join us! \nBreakfast With the Mayors is presented on a quarterly basis by Franklin Tomorrow with support from Pinnacle Financial Partners and Gresham Smith as co-presenting partners. A host of other partners help to keep the event free\, such as our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy\, Williamson Health and Ragan Smith\, a Pape-Dawson company. Additional support comes from Vanderbilt University Medical Center\, GFiber\, FirstBank\, Hazen and Sawyer\, and UHY Certified Public Accountants.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/oct-21-breakfast-with-mayors-moves-to-the-factory-to-discuss-building-a-healthy-democracy/
LOCATION:Liberty Hall at The Factory\, 230 Franklin Road\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast with the Mayors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T103000
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SUMMARY:Nov. 10 FrankTalks
DESCRIPTION:FrankTalks will be held on Nov. 10\, at Columbia State College – Williamson County campus\, 1228 Liberty Pike\, in the administration building. \nThe hour-long program will begin at 9:30 but join us for a 30-minute coffee social starting at 9 a.m.\nOur theme for the month is our quarterly City Hall on Wheels\, where Franklin City Administrator Eric Stuckey and staff will discuss current city projects and topics. \nTo RSVP\, follow this link: https://Nov10FTCityHallonWheels.eventbrite.com \nFrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank and our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy; RaganSmith\, A Pape-Dawson Company; and Williamson Health. Thank you to Vanderbilt University Medical Center for their support of this FrankTalks event. Thank you to Lyon Leadership Group\, our local McDonald’s franchisee for coffee for the event.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/nov-10-franktalks/
LOCATION:The Heritage Room at The Factory\, 230 Franklin Rd\, Franklin\, Tennessee\, 37064
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
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SUMMARY:Dec. 8\, 2025 FrankTalks
DESCRIPTION:Join Franklin Tomorrow for our final FrankTalks of the year as we review 2025 and look ahead to 2026 with community leaders and nonprofit officials.\nWe’re still forming the panel\, but the event will be held Monday\, Dec. 8\, in the administration auditorium on the campus of Columbia State Community College\, 1228 Liberty Pike\, in Franklin.\nA 30-minute coffee social & networking time will begin at 9 a.m. followed by the hourlong program at 9:30 a.m.\nFrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank and our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy; RaganSmith\, A Pape-Dawson Company; and Williamson Health. Thank you to Vanderbilt University Medical Center for their support of this FrankTalks event.\nThank you to Lyon Leadership Group\, our local McDonald’s franchisee\, for coffee for the event.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/dec-8-2025-franktalks/
LOCATION:Columbia State Community College\, 1228 Liberty Pike\, Franklin\, Tennessee\, 37064
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
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SUMMARY:Jan. 12 FrankTalks to feature local leaders looking ahead to 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Franklin Tomorrow for our first FrankTalks of 2026 as we gather to hear from local leaders regarding what’s ahead for 2026 and how they responded to the challenges of 2025. \nAmong those offering their insights will be Franklin Mayor Dr. Ken Moore and Williamson Inc. President/CEO Matt Largen\, along with Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson. Additional speakers may be added. \nThe event will be held in the Administration Building auditorium on the Columbia State Community College Williamson Campus\, 1228 Liberty Pike\, Franklin\, Tenn.\, starting at 9 a.m. for a 30-minute coffee social and the hourlong program at 9:30 a.m. \nThere is no cost to attend to 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. \nAdditional support for this event comes from Vanderbilt University Medical Center. \nTo RSVP\, go to https://events.humanitix.com/jan12franktalks
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/jan-12-franktalks-to-feature-local-leaders-looking-ahead-to-2026/
LOCATION:Columbia State Community College\, 1228 Liberty Pike\, Franklin\, Tennessee\, 37064
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Jan. 27 Breakfast With the Mayors now Feb. 3
DESCRIPTION:Due to the forecast of a severe winter storm\, the first Franklin Tomorrow Breakfast With the Mayors of 2026 is has been postponed from Tuesday\, Jan. 27\, to Tuesday\, Feb. 3\, with the location to be announced. \nWe hope to be able to be at Rolling Hills Community Church\, 1810 Columbia Ave.\, but are awaiting confirmation. \nWilliamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson and Franklin Mayor Dr. Ken Moore will be joined by the mayors of Williamson County’s cities for the Williamson County Mayoral Summit. Each mayor will have a chance to speak\, but also respond to questions submitted by the audience in advance. \nThe event is free to the public thanks to the generosity of our presenting partners\, Ascension Saint Thomas\, Gresham Smith and Pinnacle Financial Partners. \nTo RSVP\, visit https://events.humanitix.com/jan27bfastwithmayors \nA 45-minute networking breakfast will begin at 7 a.m.\, followed by the hourlong program at 7:45 a.m. \nAdditional support for Breakfast With the Mayors comes from our Sustaining Partners\, which include Atmos Energy\, PAPE-DAWSON and Williamson Health. We also appreciate the support of Williamson Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service\, Burr-Forman\, Hazen & Sawyer\, FirstBank\, Vulcan Materials\, and others. \nBreakfast will be provided by Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant with coffee service from McDonald’s\, thanks to Lyon Leadership Group.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/19393/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Breakfast with the Mayors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
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SUMMARY:Feb. 9 FrankTalks to focus on disaster preparedness\, response
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’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. \nThe 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. \nFrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank\, with additional support from our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy\, PAPE-DAWSON\, and Williamson Health.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/feb-9-franktalks-to-focus-on-disaster-preparedness-response/
LOCATION:Williamson County Public Library\, 1314 Columbia Ave.\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T200000
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SUMMARY:Franklin Tomorrow Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards Feb. 18
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDoors 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. \nMore than 40 nonprofits\, other organizations and individuals submitted nominees for the awards\, which carry a cash prize to the nonprofit of the recipients’ choice. \nWith 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. \nAlso\, a special In Memoriam program will honor community leaders\, volunteers and individuals who have passed away over the last year. \nFranklin 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. \nEach award carries a cash prize to the nonprofit of the recipients’ choice. \nIn 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. \nIt is not too late to be a sponsor and those interested can email CEO Mindy Tate at mindy@franklintomorrow.org. \nCivic Group Nominees \nCorporate Award Nominees\, Group & Individual \nEmerging Leader Nominees \nNeighbor to Neighbor Nominees \nVolunteer Spirit Nominees \nYouth Initiative Nominees
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/franklin-tomorrow-exemplary-community-volunteer-awards-feb-18/
LOCATION:Franklin Theatre\, 419 Main St\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T090000
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SUMMARY:March 16 - FrankTalks: "People to Know"
DESCRIPTION:Join Franklin Tomorrow on Monday\, March 16\, 2026\, to hear and connect with community leaders who are shaping the future of our city. \nWhether you are new to the community or a longtime resident\, this is your chance to strengthen your connections in Franklin. \nFranklin Tomorrow has changed the date of its March FrankTalks to the third Monday of the month\, March 16\, due to spring break.\nSet 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. \nThe 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.\nTo RSVP\, visit https://events.humanitix.com/march16franktalks \nAs 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. \nThe 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. \nClements\, 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. \nClement’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. \nFrankTalks 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. \nThe 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. \nFrankTalks is presented monthly by Renasant Bank\, with additional support from our sustaining partners\, Atmos Energy\, PAPE-DAWSON\, and Williamson Health.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/march-16-franktalks-people-to-know/
LOCATION:Williamson Co. Enrichment Center\, 110 Everbright Avenue\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T140000
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SUMMARY:March 21 - Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor more information\, visit the following link: www.franklintn.gov/kaft \nFranklin 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.\nThe 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. \nLearn 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/
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/march-21-kids-arts-festival-of-tennessee/
LOCATION:Bicentennial Park Pavilion\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
CREATED:20260223T204526Z
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SUMMARY:March 28 - TEDx Franklin: "Finding Your Place Within Your Community"
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis event will showcase 12 speakers\, both local and national\, who will speak about topics relating to the theme Finding Your Place Within Your Community. \nSpeakers 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 \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nGeneral information is available at https://TEDxfranklin.me \nThis 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. \nDan 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. \nThe 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. \nRegister now at: https://events.humanitix.com/tedx-franklin-finding-your-place-within-your-community \nAbout TEDx Franklin \nTEDxFranklin 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. \n\n\n\nWhat is TEDx?\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nThis independent TEDx event is operated under license from TED.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/march-28-tedx-franklin-finding-your-place-within-your-community/
LOCATION:Columbia State Community College\, 1228 Liberty Pike\, Franklin\, Tennessee\, 37064
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T103000
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SUMMARY:April 13 - FrankTalks
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nThe program will include: \n\nWelcome remarks from Eric Stuckey\nInsight into Franklin’s approach to growth from Walter Denton\nUpdates from the City of Franklin\nAnd more!\n\nDon’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. \nThere 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. \nAdditional support for this event comes from Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/april-13-franktalks/
LOCATION:Columbia State Community College\, 1228 Liberty Pike\, Franklin\, Tennessee\, 37064
CATEGORIES:FrankTalks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091725
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SUMMARY:April 28 - Breakfast with the Mayors
DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned for registration details.
URL:https://franklintomorrow.org/event/april-28-breakfast-with-the-mayors/
LOCATION:Rolling Hills Community Church\, 1810 Columbia Ave\, Franklin\, Tennessee\, 37064
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