Nashville Emerging Leader Awards. The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and YP Nashville present the 12th annual Nashville Emerging Leader Awards. The NELAs recognize young professionals in 15 industry classifications who are excelling in their careers and making a difference in the Nashville community. Lipscomb University Collins Alumni Auditorium, One University Park Drive. After-party at Richland Country Club, 1 Club Drive, Nashville. 5 p.m. Registration and Networking, 6 p.m. NELAs Recognition Ceremony, Thursday, 8 p.m. Fees: $25 NELAs recognition ceremony only, $35 after party only, $55 ceremony and after party, $35 2018 finalist, judge or previous winner. Registration required. Information

THURSDAY, JULY 26

4th Thursday on the Square Antique Walk

Enjoy a stroll around the Gallatin Square and meet the vendors in the antique stores. 5-8 p.m. Information: 452-5692

FRIDAY, JULY 27

Williamson, Inc. Town Hall

Topic: State of the County Follow Up. County Mayor Rogers Anderson will be reviewing what was discussed at the State of the County with a more in depth look at issues. Columbia State Community College Community Room, Building A, 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin. 7:15 a.m. Networking: 7:30-8:30. No charge for Williamson, Inc. business partners and guests. Open to the general public. Information

Frist Friday

An Evening of Chaos and Awe, a one-night event is inspired by the exhibitors Chaos and Awe: Painting for the 21st Century and The Presence of Your Absence is Everywhere: Afruz Amigi. Entertainment will be provided by singer-songwriter Adia Victoria, poet Ciona Rouse and composer Darius Jamal VanSluytman. There will also be artist-led programs with Afruz Amighi and James Perrin, as well as food tasting by Chef Maneet Chauhan. $12 non-members, $9 seniors, $7 military. Free for members 18 and younger and college students with valid ID. 6-9 p.m. Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway. Information

Red, White and Zoo

Wine tasting event at the Nashville Zoo. Enjoy unlimited samples of wine, live music, and animal encounters. Tickets: $65 general admission, includes unlimited wine tasting and commemorative glass. $115 VIP tickets, same as general admission plus food pairings with select wines, a private entrance, and a VIP lounge. Designated driver tickets available. This event is strictly 21 and over. 7-10 p.m. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Nolensville Pike. Information

Full Moon Pickin’ Parties

These Friday night parties, held at the Percy Warner Park Equestrian Center, feature bluegrass music including jam circles and main acts on a stage. Water, soft drinks and up to four beers are included with admission. Food is also available for purchase. Event held monthly through October on the Friday night closest to full moon. 7-11 p.m. Fee: adult $20 advance, $25 day of, youth (7-17) $7 advance, Fee: $10 day of, Children under 6 free. Season passes $100. Proceeds benefit Warner Parks. Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd. Information

SATURDAY, JULY 28

17th Annual Music City Brewer’s Fest

An opportunity to sample some of the most respected brews from more than 40 local, regional, national and imported breweries. Live music all day. A percentage of proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Nashville Humane Association. 5-9 p.m.). VIP entry 4 p.m. Must be 21 or older to attend. Information, tickets

TUESDAY, JULY 31

The Tennessee Christian Chamber of Commerce

Monthly luncheon and business expo at the Inman Conference Center at Belmont University, 1515 Wedgewood Avenue. The keynote speaker is Brenda Delgado, owner of Delgado Media Services. 11:30 a.m. Information

DEALS, DEALS, DEALS Focus Group

Find where investors find and sell deals, as well as the mechanics of various deals. 6:30 p.m. The REIN Center, 4525 Harding Road, Ste. 200. Information

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 1

Chamber East Networking Coffee

Join business and community leaders in East Nashville for the Chamber East monthly networking coffee and community update. Nashville church of the Nazarene, 510 Woodland Street, Nashville. 8:15-8:30 a.m. networking, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Registration is requested. Free for Chamber members, future members (3 or more visits): $20. Information: [email protected], www.nashvillechamber.com

AUG. 2-4

l’Eté du Vin

Nashville Wine Auction’s 39th annual l’Eté du Vin (a summer of wine) is bringing together wine lovers to support the fight against cancer. Information

-- Vintners’ Tasting Event: Hillwood Country Club, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $200. A seated wine tasting from many of today’s most accomplished women in winemaking.

-- Patrons’ Dinner: Thompson Nashville, 7-9 p.m. $1,000 per person. A champagne reception and gourmet wine dinner.

-- l’Eté du Vin: Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, 5:30 p.m.-midnight. $350 per person. A silent auction and reception featuring musical guest followed by a seated dinner and live auction.

THROUGH SEPT. 16

County Fairs

Agricultural fairs are a tradition in Tennessee, and Middle Tennessee has plenty to choose from. Middle Tennessee fairs and dates include:

Aug. 3-11: Williamson County, Long Lane, Franklin. www.williamsoncountyfair.org

Aug. 14-18: Cheatham County, 870 Fairgrounds Road, Ashland City. www.facebook.com/CheathamCountyFair

Aug. 17-25: Wilson County, 945 E. Baddour Parkway, Lebanon. www.wilsoncountyfair.net

Aug. 20-25: Robertson County, 4635 Hwy 41 North, Springfield. www.robertsoncountyfair.com/county-fair.html

Aug. 28- Sept. 1: Maury County, 1018 Maury County Park, Columbia. www.maurycountyfair.com

Sept. 4-9: Dickson County, 1053 Hwy 47E, Dickson. www.dicksonfair.com

Sept. 7-16: Tennessee State Fair, 500 Wedgewood Avenue, Nashville. http://tnstatefair.org

SATURDAY, AUG. 4

First Saturday Art Crawl

Art galleries throughout downtown host receptions and art openings, presenting local and world-renowned artists and artwork. The galleries offer rare opportunities to view diverse exhibitions featuring every genre of art. Admission: Free. Most galleries serve free wine and other refreshments. Information

Frist Art Museum Architecture Tour

Frist Art Center, 919 Broadway, Nashville. 4:30 p.m. Free, Information

AUG. 4-5

Women of the Hermitage

Learn the story behind the Hermitage women who made sure it ran properly. Hear about the lives of Rachel Donelson Jackson, Emily Donelson and Sarah Yorke Jackson as they share stories of life in Washington and in Nashville. Also learn about the enslaved women like Hannah, Betty and Gracie who lived under the yoke of enslavement and struggled to maintain a life and family despite hardships. These fascinating stories are included in the price of admission. $20 Adults, $17 Seniors, $15 Students, $10 children, $10 Veterans. Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville. Information

Additional Hermitage events:

-- Native Americans & Jackson - Aug. 11; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. & Aug. 12; 1-5 p.m.

-- The War of 1812 – Aug 18; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. & Aug. 19; 1-5 p.m.

-- The Business of Horse Racing – Aug. 25; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. & Aug. 26; 1-5 p.m.