Members Connest. Connect with fellow Williamson Chamber members while gaining exposure for your business at this monthly event. Member Connect is a facilitated, small group networking opportunity allowing each attendee to talk about their business in an intentional way. Williamson, Inc. /Power Room, 4031 Aspen Grove Dr., Suite 630, Franklin. Parking: 4000 Rush Street. Free. Wednesday, 11:30-1 p.m. Information

FRIDAY, JAN. 5

Tennessee Small Business Development Center

Get the resources and expertise you need to start, grow and sustain your business. Galen Longo will be available for appointments. Business Specialist Tennessee Small Business Development Center. Galen Longo, Business Specialist, will be available for appointments. The Maury County Chamber of Commerce & Economic Alliance’s office. 106 West 6th Street. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Information

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, Murfreesboro. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Information

SATURDAY, JAN. 6

New Year New Hobby: Orienteering

Join the Nashville Public Library for a fun and informative two-hour clinic on orienteering, a sport where enthusiasts navigate in different ways through unfamiliar territory with a map and compass to find checkpoints. Participants will learn how to use both a compass and a map, how to take and follow bearings, and even more advanced topics in orienteering through hands-on, active exercises. The clinic is free to all who register at the provided link. Workshop held in Main Library Conference Center. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church St. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Information

Winter Frolic

The Hermitage hosts Winter Frolic similar to the one hosted by Andrew Jackson in the White House. Play games the family did – including an artificial snowball fight. The evening will close with a Yule Log Ceremony. 3-6 p.m. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane. Fee: $25-30. Information

MONDAY, JAN. 8

Commemoration of the Battle of New Orleans

Enjoy free grounds passes to The Hermitage to commemorate the Battle of New Orleans, a crucial American victory during the War of 1812 and the event that catapulted General Andrew Jackson to national fame and recognition. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. In the evening the program continues with a deeper dive into the battle of New Orleans from the Director of Interpretation. Fee: $20 for member and $25 for non-members. 4580 Rachel’s Lane. Information

Chamber Connect

A Networking/Leads Exchange Event for Chamber Members

Join other chamber members at Grinder’s Switch Winery to network and build business relationships in Maury County at this Chamber Connect event. Each participant should be prepared talk about their business and introduce themselves. Register in advance - attendance is limited. Grinder’s Switch, 510 N. Garden St. Suite D. 4-5 p.m. Information

TUESDAY, JAN 9

Mayor’s Power Breakfast 2024

Montgomery County Mayor Golden and Clarksville Mayor Pitts will reflect on recent successes and outline the vision for the community in 2024 and beyond. Wilma Rudolph Event Center, 1190 Cumberland Drive, Clarksville. Fee: $50 for member, $65 for non-member. Information

THURSDAY, JAN. 11

The Pitch

Chamber members will have 60 seconds to pitch their business to a room full of leads during this members-only event. The Pitch is presented by CoAdvantage; breakfast is provided and registration is required. 3050 Medical Center Parkway. 8-9 a.m. Information

JAN. 12-14

Welcome to Beautiful: Antique & Garden Show

Now in its 34th year, the weekend promises shopping from 150 antiques, arts and horticulture vendors, three immersive garden showcases presented by world-class landscapers and builders, and the esteemed lecture series, which annually captivates audiences with educational lectures and panels from internationally renowned designers, gardeners and tastemakers. Keynote Lecture, The Secret Recipe to Beautiful Entertaining: A special conversation with Ina Garten. Fee: Standard, $30, Senior, active military and Students, $25. Children 12 and under, free. Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way, S. Information