Old Timers Banquet. Former Atlanta Braves star Dale Murphy will be the featured speaker at the 77th annual Old Timers banquet, scheduled for the Nashville Airport Marriott. Chris Mercado, head coach of the South Nashville team that was one of eight teams to represent the U.S. during the 2014 Little League World Series, will be honored as the “Mr. Baseball” selection. Banquet tickets are $60 each and may be purchased from any Old Timers board member, Hit after Hit, the Nashville Sounds at Greer Stadium, and Nashville Sporting Goods. Doors open at 5:30 and the banquet begins at 6:30 p.m. Information: www.otbaseball.com.

FRIDAY, JAN. 23

Solar Seminars for Business Owners

Tax benefits and other financial incentives of solar energy will be discussed in a workshop hosted by local contractor LightWave Solar and BB&T Bank. Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants Meeting Center, 201 Powell Place, Brentwood. Information: 641-4050, [email protected].

SATURDAY, JAN. 24

Zoo Run Run 5K

A herd of runners, walkers and strollers will make their way through Nashville Zoo during the 2015 Zoo Run Run. The annual 5K race takes participants past favorite habitats, like Kangaroo Kickabout and Flamingo Lagoon, and along roads and trails not normally accessed by the public. The Zoo will close to the public at 1 p.m. in advance of the 3 p.m. race. Registration and check-in begin at 1:30 p.m. Families and children are encouraged to bundle up as they hit the trail, and strollers with all-terrain tires are recommended. Refreshments and beer (age 21+ only) will be available after the race. Early registration is $38 for Zoo members, $42 for non-members and $25 for children ages 5-12. Day-of-race registration is $50 per adult and $26 for children (ages 5-12). Information: www.nashvillezoo.org.

TUESDAY, JAN. 27

Business After Hours

An opportunity to develop relationships, walk away with new connections and market your business to more than 200 attendees. Increase your company’s marketing efforts by purchasing a display table to endorse your business. Tables include admission for four and a 6’ table. Table space is limited. The Bell Tower, 400 4th Avenue South, Nashville. Information: Nashvillechamber.com, 743-3063.