Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce Member Orientation. An opportunity to learn about member benefits and involvement opportunities from Chamber staff. You’ll also learn how your business plays a role in the Chamber’s mission of creating regional economic prosperity. Lunch provided. 11:30 a.m. 211 Commerce Street. Fee: Free to new chamber members. Registration is requested. Information

2. Events - Friday, November 8, 2013

People’s Law School. Conclusion of the free program that provides an overview of legal issues that a typical person might face. Taught by Legal Aid Society attorneys and volunteer attorneys, the final session tonight at Cohn Learning Center is "Worried You Might Lose Your Home to Foreclosure?" 6-7 p.m., 4805 Park Avenue. Registration, Information: 298-8050.

3. Events - Friday, November 1, 2013

Tennessee Real Estate Investors Association Landlord Briefing. Randee Rogers Training Center, today, 1-3 p.m., 1419 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville. Registration and information: [email protected].

4. Events - Friday, January 18, 2013

YP Nashville Connect. Networking event Thursday to help young professionals figure out where they can get connected and involved in the Nashville area. Display booths will be staffed by members of more than 25 young professional organizations that are a part of YP Nashville. 5-7 p.m., Houston Station, 434 Houston Street, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 743-3063.

5. Events - Friday, December 28, 2012

Interactive Media Meet-up. Chamber members involved in interactive media meet Friday to discuss trends, challenges, ideas and thoughts. These meetings give members the opportunity to develop connections with colleagues while learning about trends and applications in web and mobile technology. 8:30-9:30 a.m., Goodwill Industries of Middle TN, Inc., 937 Herman Street, Lifsey Building, Room 120, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 743-3063.

6. Events - Friday, December 21, 2012

Civil War sesquicentennial events at Stones River National Battlefield. Park rangers and volunteers will present a variety of programs through Jan. 2 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Stones River, including a living history program presented by nearly 300 volunteers. Information: nps.gov/stri/planyourvisit/cw150park.htm.

7. Events - Friday, August 3, 2012

Home-Staging Professional Course. Students can earn the ASP designation by attending this two-day course Aug. 14-15. Topics covered include improving your listing presentation, overcoming client objections to staging, marketing ideas and a staging techniques detailed lecture. Students will also view a slide show of before and after photos of what can be accomplished through staging and experience staging a home on the market with other class participants. After taking the course, agents will be able to market staging to their clients and provide better suggestions of ways to improve the home for listing presentation. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Greater Nashville Association of Realtors, 4540 Trousdale Drive. Lunch provided. Information: gnar.org, 254-7516.

8. Events - Friday, July 27, 2012

Interactive Media Meet-up. Like-minded Nashville Area Chamber of Chamber members meet Friday to discuss trends, challenges, ideas and thoughts. These topic-driven meetings give members the opportunity to develop connections with colleagues while learning about trends and applications in web and mobile technology. 8:30- 9:30 a.m., Goodwill Industries of Middle TN, Inc., 937 Herman Street, Lifsey Building, Room 120, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 743-3115.

9. Events - Friday, April 20, 2012

The 43rd annual Nashville Film Festival features appearances by Nicole Kidman, Famke Janssen, Delia Ephron and others, continues daily through April 26 at Regal Green Hills Stadium 16. Hundreds of films from every genre and around the world will show throughout the week, including award-winning films, shorts and documentaries. Tickets are on sale now. information, tickets: nashvillefilmfestival.org/.

10. Events - Friday, March 30, 2012

Entrepreneurship Week at Lipscomb University. Lipscomb University’s Center for Entrepreneurship celebrates Entrepreneurship 2012 with four days of activities through today promoting the entrepreneurial spirit among all students and the community. Key events include an address by Robert A. “Bobby” Frist Jr., president and CEO of HealthStream, and a pitch competition on Monday and Wednesday. Information: lipscomb.edu, 966-1786.

11. Events - Friday, March 9, 2012

Happy Birthday, President Jackson! President Andrew Jackson’s 245th birthday is celebrated at The Hermitage. A ceremony honoring the President and general will take place at 10 a.m. at Jackson’s tomb featuring Gov. Bill Haslam as keynote speaker. The ceremony will include the Tennessee Army National Guard Color Guard, music, speakers, and the laying of a wreath on General Jackson’s tomb sent by the President of the United States. Additional educational activities, living history demonstrations, and other activities will follow throughout the day. Public admission is half price on Jackson’s birthday. Information: theheremitage.com.

12. Events - Friday, March 2, 2012

Independent Community Bankers of America National Convention. Attendees will hear from top national policymakers and learn the latest community banking issues in more than 60 educational workshops. March 11-12 at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. Information: icba.org.

13. Events - Friday, February 10, 2012

International Business Council Breakfast. Featuring China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Chairman Mr. Wan Jifei, along with a delegation of Chinese government officials and business leaders. Chairman Wan is one of the high-level officials accompanying Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping as he visits the United States the week of February 13. Thursday, 8:30-10 a.m., 211 Commerce Street, Suite 100. Information: 743-3115, nashvillechamber.com.

14. Events - Friday, February 3, 2012

Deadline for Urban Land Institute awards. The Urban Land Institute (ULI) Nashville is accepting applications through Friday for its 4th Annual Excellence in Development Awards. All use types of development projects completed between 2004-present from the private, public and nonprofit sectors are eligible. Entries will be judged based on criteria that support ULI’s commitment to best practices in the use of land and leadership in creating sustainable communities. Information: nashville.uli.org.

15. Events - Friday, January 27, 2012

Accelerated Broker’s Exam Review. An accelerated review session to prepare for the broker’s exam. Greater Nashville Association of Realtors, 4540 Trousdale Drive. Instructor: Bill Schlueter, GRI, ITI. Registration: $65 for GNAR members, $75 for all others. Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Lunch provided. Information: gnar.org, 254-7516.

16. Events - Friday, December 23, 2011

Franklin American Mortgage Bowl Coaches Luncheon. Fans have a chance to interact with SEC and ACC student-athletes and coaches including an opportunity to have a Q&A session with both head coaches from the participating schools. The event is open to the public but RSVP is required. Wild Horse Saloon, today at 11:30 a.m. Information: [email protected].

17. Events - Friday, October 7, 2011

The Americana Music Festival and Conference, for fans and music industry professionals alike, features concerts, panels, workshops, parties and more through Saturday. Nearly 100 artist showcases (including Buddy Miller, Jim Lauderdale, Marty Stewart, the Civil Wars and Marshall Chapman) will play at 5 venues throughout Nashville, highlighted by the Americana Honors & Awards show at the Ryman Auditorium on Oct. 13. Lineup and ticket information: http://www.visitmusiccity.com/visitors/americana

18. Events - Friday, September 9, 2011

Tennessee State Fair, which runs through Sept. 18, features midway rides, motorsports, music, contests, a lumberjack show, acrobats, a celebrity cow milking contest and even a Banana Derby (monkeys riding dogs). Information: tennesseestatefair.org.

19. Events - Friday, September 2, 2011

Live on the Green’s third season begins Thursday with a unique collaboration between Nashville-based artist K.S. Rhoads and the Nashville Symphony. The performance is the first in a free, six-week concert series taking place Thursday nights through Oct. 13 at Public Square Park (Metro Courthouse). The show starts at 6 p.m. with performances by Will Hoge and other local opening acts. Information: liveonthegreen.net. Additional shows:
Sept. 15: Los Lonely Boys; Rumba
Sept. 22: Robert Randolph & The Family Band; The Dirty Guv’nahs; Moon Taxi
Sept. 29: Ten Out of Tenn; Edwin McCain
Oct. 6: Brett Dennen; Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors
Oct. 13: Here Come the Mummies

20. Events - Friday, August 26, 2011

22nd Annual Franklin Jazz Festival, Saturday and Sunday, has the distinction of being not one of the longest-running and best jazz festivals in the Southeast. In addition to providing musical entertainment and food, the festival helps to raise awareness and money for the non-profit organization GEAR foundation. The 2010 festival drew an estimated 10,000 people for the two-day event. 6-10 p.m. both nights in downtown Franklin. Tickets $8 in advance, $10 at the gate. Information: TNeventinfo.com.

21. Events - Friday, August 19, 2011

Watkins ‘Conversation’ Faculty Show. Watkins College of Art, Design & Film presents Conversation, a mixed media exhibit featuring works from faculty artists Shepherd Alligood, Dan Brawner and Ron Lambert, from today through Sept. 9 in the Brownlee O. Currey, Jr. Gallery on campus. The exhibit’s opening reception today, 5:30-8 p.m, is free and open to the public. Currey Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Admission is free. Information: watkins.edu, 277-7403.

22. Events - Friday, August 5, 2011

The Civil War in Posters: 150 Years Later. Exhibit opens at Watkins College of Art, Design & Film presents an exhibit investigating the sesquicentennial of the War Between the States. The show, at the Brownlee O. Currey, Jr. Gallery on campus, is collaboration between Watkins Graphic Design students and Hatch Show Print. The exhibit’s opening reception, on Thursday, August 11, from 6 to 8 p.m., is free and open to the public. Exhibit runs through Aug. 23. Currey Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Admission is free. Information: watkins.edu.

23. Events - Friday, July 29, 2011

‘Wild Impressions’ Art Auction. The Nashville chapter of the American Association of Zookeepers will be offering their annual “Wild Impressions” Animal Art Auction tonight at the Nashville Zoo’s Jungle Terrace. The after-hours event (6:30–10 p.m.) will include food, beverages and more than 50 paintings created by elephants, tigers, macaws, giant anteaters and more. Tickets are available for $25 per person and all proceeds benefit Australian rainforest recovery efforts. Information: nashvillezoo.org.

24. Events - Friday, July 22, 2011

Intellectual Property Seminar. The law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC will present on Thursday the second in a series of seminars focused on the basics of intellectual property issues for advertising and marketing professionals, this installment focusing on copyright. The Aug. 18 seminar will focus on “Use of an Individual’s Name, Image, Voice or Likeness in Advertising.” Seminars are held at the firm’s downtown office, 211 Commerce Street, Suite 800, noon-1 p.m. The events are free and lunch will be provided. Advance registration requested. Information: 726.5705.

25. Events - Friday, July 15, 2011

Dealing with Guns in the Workplace. Baker Donelson labor and employment attorneys Mark Baugh and Natasha Campbell lead a discussion Thursday on the impact the new laws will have on workplace violence, provisions needed to make sure a weapon is secure, and what immunity may be given to the employer. This is a part of Baker Donelson’s regular Third Thursday Labor & Employment Breakfast Briefing program. Registration and networking breakfast begin at 8 a.m., and the program is 8:30-9:30 a.m. The program (including breakfast) is free but registration is required. Information: [email protected].

26. Events - Friday, July 8, 2011

Cheekwood Summer Nights Party is set for Friday at Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art. The 7 p.m. event starts with live music from the San Rafael Band and hors d’oeuvres and cash bar on the Museum loggia. At 9, there will be a screening on the lawn of The Great Gatsby. Tickets: $35 per person and can be purchased online through July 12 at cheekwood.org/public_programs. Information: 356-8000.

27. Events - Friday, June 24, 2011

Music on the Lawn series continues Friday at Woodland Presbyterian Church, 211 North 11th Street. Picnics are encouraged, and food is available for purchase from local groups, with proceeds benefiting local charities and non-profits. 6:30 p.m. This event is free and family-friendly.

28. Events - Friday, June 17, 2011

Intellectual Property Seminar. The law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC will present on Thursday the first in a series of seminars focused on the basics of intellectual property issues for advertising and marketing professionals. The first seminar will explore the basics of trademark law, including best practices for use of trademarks and how proper use can add value to a client’s intellectual property portfolio. Topics for future seminars in the series include:

29. Events - Friday, June 10, 2011

David Ball performs a benefit concert tonight at VFW Post 1970, 7220 Charlotte Pike, in a benefit concert for longtime bartender Steve Lamb to help offset medical bills. Spaghetti dinner will precede the 8 p.m. concert. $15 minimum contribution. Information: 352-9933.

30. Events - Friday, June 3, 2011

Nashville Bar Association and Nashville Bar Foundation golf tournament is scheduled for Thursday at the Vanderbilt Legends Club in Franklin. Cookout at noon, shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. Team prizes and individual contests (longest drive, longest putt, etc.). Information: 242-9272, [email protected].

31. Events - Friday, May 27, 2011

Third annual Arts Immersion, presented Thursday by the Arts & Business Council of Greater Nashville in partnership with The Nashville Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, showcases dance and theater, surprise musical guests and film reels from the Nashville Film Festival, as well as visual art from some of Nashville’s finest painters and photographers. The evening is topped off with a unique silent auction including tickets and wristbands to the Americana Music Festival, tickets to see the Avett Brothers, Nashville staycation packages, and a six-week acting class in the Meisner technique from Actors Bridge Ensemble. 6:30 p.m., Nashville Farmers Market. Tickets: $40, available at the door or through ABCnashville.org.

32. Events - Friday, May 20, 2011

PM Business Connection, business-to-business speed networking program designed for the busy professional and sponsored by the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled for Thursday. This event is structured the same as the Chamber's popular AM Business Connection, but will be held 5-8 p.m., Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, 211 Commerce Street, Suite 100. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 743-3115.

33. Events - Friday, April 15, 2011

The Nashville Film Festival, one of the longest-running film festivals in the country, is celebrating its 42nd year through April 21. Each year, nearly 23,000 people come to view more than 250 films from 48 countries, including documentaries, narrative features, animated and experimental shorts. Panels and workshops are also offered for those looking to enrich their knowledge beyond the screen. Major award winners from both the 2010 Cannes and 2011 Sundance Film Festivals will show at this year's festival. All films shown at Regal Green Hills Cinema. Schedule and information: nashvillefilmfestival.org/.

34. Events - Friday, April 8, 2011

The 37th annual Tennessee Prayer Breakfast is set for Thursday, 7-8:30 a.m. at Lipscomb University’s Allen Arena. Richard Stearns, president of World Vision, American Idol finalist Melinda Doolittle and the Nashville Choir will be featured. Gov. Bill Haslam, Lt. Gov. Rom Ramsey and Speaker of the House Beth Harwell also will participate. Tickets: $35, $350 for table of 10. Information: tennesseeprayerbreakfast.com