Gallatin Chamber of Commerce November Membership Luncheon. Recovery Court Panels: How & Why They Work. This panel discussion will feature guests from mental health, juvenile mental health, safe baby and recovery courts. Moderated by Judge James Hunter, General Session Court judge, retired. EPIC Event Centre, 392 W. Main Street. Reservation deadline is always at noon on the Friday before the Luncheon. The cost for Chamber members is $20 for reservations made by noon on the previous Friday, $25 with reservations after the deadline and $30 at the door. The cost for non-members is $30. Reservations are required. Monday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Information

TUESDAY, NOV. 14

Chamber West Speed Networking

Join Chamber West for speed networking to grow your connections. Free event for members, but pre-registration required. Fee for future members: $35. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Location announced closer to date of program. Information

Williamson 101

Williamson 101 provides new members and potential members a chance to learn how to maximize their membership with Williamson, Inc. Discover the many ways to volunteer, get involved, network, engage and connect while you learn more about how we can help you grow personally and professionally. Williamson, Inc. Power Room, 4031 Aspen Grove Drive, Suite 630. Parking 4000 Rush Street. Free to attend. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Information

Willco Connected – Business Mixer

WillCo Connected is a monthly networking mixer designed to connect businesses in Williamson County. Networking begins at 4:30 p.m. Grab your business cards and get ready to mingle. Spring Hill Suites Franklin Cool Springs, 5011 Aspen Grove Drive. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free to attend. Information

Business After Hours

This is an informal, social networking event designed to connect you with business professionals from across Rutherford County. Bring plenty of business cards. Nourish Food Bank, 1809 Nourish Food Bank. $15 for members, $25 got future members. No registration required.4:30-6:30 p.m. Information

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15

Gallatin Young Professionals Let’s Get Lunch

Join GYP as they venture out to various local eateries to network. Filly’s Game and Grill, 102 N. Water Ave. This event takes place at a new spot every month on the third Wednesday and is Dutch-style.11:30-12:30. Information

THURSDAY, NOV. 16

Business Before Hours

A great way to begin your day. This informal, social networking event is designed to connect you with business professionals from across Rutherford County. Bring plenty of business cards. North Rutherford YMCA, 2001 Motlow College Blvd. Fee: $10 for members and $20 for future members. No registration is required. 7:30-9 a.m. Information

Industry Roundtable

Industry Roundtables will meet once a month as we are striving to promote community over competition: a place where you can discuss what's happening in your business sector and also mingle with others from different industries to make valuable connections. Coffee will be provided, and a Chamber team member will be at each meeting, in an effort for our team to better connect our members to resources. Although this event is included in your Chamber membership, registration is required. The Hampton Inn-Gallatin, 980 Village Green Crossing. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Information

Chamber Chat

Making the most of your membership investment is important, as your business plays a key role in the Chamber’s mission to create regional economic prosperity. Attend this meeting to learn about member benefits and involvement opportunities. Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, 500 11th Avenue North, suite 200 (second floor). 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. free event. Information

Lunch and Learn: Preserving the Landscape-Fort Cass and the Trail of Tears

Amy M. Kostine, programs manager for the Center for Historic Preservation at Middle Tennessee State University, will examine the roundup process of the removal through the lens of the Fort Cass emigrating depot in Tennessee and efforts to preserve and interpret the Trail of Tears in recent years. Tennessee State Museum, 1000 Rosa Parks Blvd. Noon-1 p.m. You may bring your own lunch or order a boxed lunch made by Apple Spice Nashville. Purchase price- $12.24. The lunches will include a sandwich, chips and a cookie. Lunch orders must be placed by noon Nov. 14. Order your boxed lunch on the registration page. Information

FRIDAY, NOV. 17

Rutherford Chamber 101

An opportunity to pitch your business, network with like-minded professionals, gain useful information about the County’s business climate and learn about the benefits of becoming a Chamber member. Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce, 3050 Medical Center Parkway. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Information

Furever Homecoming Gala: A “Red Barket” Affair for SOAR Rescue

This unforgettable evening at the Furever Homecoming Gala, benefiting SOAR Rescue's dedicated efforts in helping to save dogs across the Middle Tennessee area.100% of ticket sales and auction proceeds will be donated to SOAR Rescue, allowing them to continue growing their outreach programs and serving as a shelter diversion option in hopes of making our city a No-Kill Nashville. Event includes silent auction, live auction, live entertainment, food and drinks and more. Black tie attire. Skydeck on Broadway, 5055 Broadway. 7-10 p.m. Fee”: $100. Information

Zoolumination: Chinese Festival of Lights

This attraction is the country’s largest Chinese lantern festival and will feature a 200-foot-long dragon, holiday-themed scenes, more than 1,000 silk lanterns and decorated displays. Santa will visit each night from Friday, Nov. 24 to Sunday, Dec. 24. Zoolumination is open nightly until Jan. 7. Starting Jan. 11, 2024, Zoolumination will only be open Thursday through Sunday each week until Feb. 4. Single night admission, Monday-Thursday is $23 for adults and teens, $19 for ages 2-12. Single-night admission Friday-Sunday $26 for adults and teens, $22 for ages 2-12. Members receive $2 off admission. 5-9 p.m. Information

SATURDAY, NOV. 18

Christmas Harvest Craft Show

This craft extravaganza is always held the third Saturday in November. Gallatin Civic Center, 210 Albert Gallatin Ave. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. free event. Information

SUNDAY NOV. 19

Safety and Vigilance Training for Women

Designed specifically for women who are in or near vulnerable situations for work and personal reasons, including late-shift workers, solo athletes, professionals who travel for work and restaurant and entertainment workers who deal with less than secure environments. This 2.5-hour workshop begins with honest conversation about real-world assaults, covers how and why women are attacked in the U.S. and provides techniques to stay safe. Acme Farm Supply, 101 Broadway. Fee: $95.71. 2-4:30 p.m. Additional opportunity, Monday Nov. 20, 4:30-7 p.m.

TUESDAY, NOV. 28

Annual Chamber Luncheon and Williamson County Nonprofit Expo

This year's annual celebration is on Giving Tuesday. Guest speaker: Doug Kreulen, president and CEO, Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority. Nonprofits booths: Gracework Ministries, Davis House Child Advocacy Center, My Friend's House, Oak Cottage for Women, Bridges Domestic Violence Center, BrightStone, Alzheimer's Tennessee and Doorstep Project. Liberty Hall, The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road. Nonprofit booth with two tickets: $250, member: $75, guest $100. Table sponsorships include 12 tickets and option to gift the nonprofit of your choosing a booth at the Expo and two tickets at your table. Information