VOL. 44 | NO. 8 | Friday, February 21, 2020
ServerlessDays Cloud Conference. Speakers include James Beswick, AWS; Linda Nichols, Microsoft; Michah Hodge, Asurion; Danielle Heberling, Stackery. Thursday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Renaissance Nashville Hotel, 611 Commerce Street. $25 includes breakfast and lunch. and others. Information
Talent Solutions Forum-Young Professional Talent Attraction and Retention
An opportunity to learn how Nashville area employers, including Bridgestone Americas, SSR, Eventbrite, Lyft, Asurion, and Cat Financial empower and engage employees professionally and in community impact. 8-9:30 a.m. Nashville State Community College, Building H Auditorium, 120 White Bridge Road. Registration required. $20 Chamber members, $35 for non-members. Information
Street Eats
A weekly gathering of as many as 20 local food trucks, 11a.m.-2 p.m. along Deaderick Street between Fourth and Fifth avenues north. The lineup can be found online and changes weekly. Information
Chamber Midtown Social
Join Chamber Midtown in the historic Melrose Theater, which now houses Sinema Restaurant + Bar. Chamber Midtown is one of six Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce’s area advisory councils formed to champion business prosperity in one of Nashville’s most thriving business districts. advisory councils serve the unique business needs of our members and provide opportunities for getting involved in solving problems, discussing issues and implementing special projects and events for a specific business neighborhood. 4:30-6 p.m. 2600 Eighth Ave. S. Free, but registration is required. Information
Battle of Franklin Trust Lecture Series
Speakers Chris Williamson of Strong Tower Bible Church and Eric A. Jacobson, Battle of Franklin Trust CEO, will explore the Civil War, the 15th Amendment, monuments, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other civil rights leaders. 6:30 p.m. Fleming Center at Carnton, 1345 Eastern Flank Circle. Free and open to the public. Reservations are required because of limited seating. Additional lectures for 2020 include: “The Changing Face of Civil War Interpretation,” “The Reconstruction Amendments and our Changing Constitution” and “John Bell Hood and Why Facts Matter.” Information
FRIDAY, FEB. 28
About Williamson, Inc. Policy Talks
Williamson, Inc. Policy Talks is a monthly community forum featuring elected officials focusing on the issues being discussed in the Tennessee Legislature and in Williamson County. Representatives are given a platform to discuss the issues in greater depth with their constituents. Columbia State Community College, Community Room-Building A, 1228 Liberty Pike. 7:15-8:30 a.m. Information
Wilson County Young Professionals
Wilson County Chamber of Commerce, 149 Public Square. 8-9 a.m. Information: 615 444-5503
SATURDAY, FEB. 29
Cashville Blues Festival
Seventh annual event features Sir Charles Jones, Pokey Bear, Bobby Rush, Chic Rodgers, Shirley Brown and Latimore. 7 p.m. Municipal Auditorium. Tickets: $54-$104. Information
FEB. 29-MARCH 1
Home Show 2020
Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce hosts the 11th annual home show. Wilma Rudolph Event Center, 1188 Cumberland Drive, Clarksville. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: 931 245-4342.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
Members Connect! Leads Exchange
A facilitated, casual, members-only networking opportunity. Limited to 30 participants. Bring business cards, brochures and product samples to share with other participants. Lunch meeting option, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., lunch provided by Apple Spice. Afternoon meeting, 3:30-5 p.m. This is a free, members-only event. Registration required. Williamson, Inc. 5005 Meridian Blvd., Suite 150. Information
Clarksville Young Professionals
The Clarksville Young Professionals Group strives to create a platform for Young Professionals to build relationships, develop professionally, become politically and philanthropically active and contribute to the economic development and high quality of living in our community. Clarksville Young Professionals is dedicated to the advancement of our community through community service, professional development and networking opportunities for the emerging business and community leaders ages 21-45. Clarksville Chamber, 25 Jefferson St, Terrace Level. Noon-1 p.m. Information
FRIDAY, MARCH 6
First Friday: Your Small Business Resource
First Friday offers individuals the opportunity to expand their knowledge of best business practices from some of the most successful business leaders in the county. Guest Speaker: Joni Cole, Founder, Owner, Operator – Gray’s on Main. E|Spaces, 1550 W. McEwen Drive, Suite 300. 7:30-9 a.m. Free. Information
SATURDAY, MARCH 7
Salon@615
Special edition with Sarah J. Maas, author of “House of Earth and Blood.” War Memorial Building & Legislative Plaza, 301 Sixth Ave. N. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Fee: $39.50 (A signed copy of the book is included). This event is intended for an adult audience. Information
Additional Salon@615 events:
Wednesday, March 11. Glennon Doyle, activist, speaker and bestselling author. Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick St. Fee: $37.50 (includes signed copy of her new book, Untamed). 6:15-8:45 p.m.
Sunday, April 5. Special Edition with Jon Meacham. Montgomery Bell Academy, Paschall Theater. 2-4:30 p.m. Fee: $25.50-$29.50 (includes copy of new book, The Hope of Glory).
County Sumner Irish Festival
Bledsoe’s Fort Historical Park, 2923 Hartsville Pike, Castalian Springs. Live Irish music including Nashville Irish Step Dancers, food, kikes, games and more. $10 per vehicle. Bring your own seating. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information