Mayoral Candidate Forum. Maury Alliance is hosting a forum with the candidates running for Maury County Mayor in August. This event is for the public and everyone is welcome to attend. Candidates include David Baker, Shelia Butt and Charlie Norman. Thursday, 5 p.m. Columbia State Community College Cherry Theater (in the Hickman Building), 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia. Information

FRIDAY, JULY 15

Full Moon Pickin’ Party

This unique bluegrass music series attracts families, friends and dog lovers from all over to hear local musicians play together under the full moon in one of Nashville’s more picturesque settings: Percy Warner Park. In addition to music, there will be local food trucks, craft beer and more. $25. 6-10 p.m. Percy Warner Equestrian Barn, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd. Information

Maury Alliance Membership 101

Learn how to maximize your chamber membership and discover ways to get involved with Maury Alliance. Maury Alliance 106 West 6th St., Columbia. 1-2 p.m. Information

SATURDAY, JULY 16

Cornelia Fort Pickin’ Party

Guests can expect stage performances by local artists, craft beer, family activities, food vendors and community pickin’. Performers: Blue Cactus and The Woods. 5:30 p.m. $18 per person, 15 and older. All proceeds from the event go toward revitalization projects at Shelby Park & Bottoms and Cornelia Fort Air Park. Cornelia Fort Airport, 1199 Shadow Lane, #1093, Nashville. Information

Lakefest At Percy Priest Lake

Trop Rock Music Festival kicks off with live music at 10:30 a.m. with the final band taking the stage at 9 p.m. Performers include Katrina Burgoyne, Kirstie Kraus, Mike Nash, Aubrey Wollett, Ray Boone, Steve Hopper, Beth Travers and Dave Signs and Bang Woollett Shrimp. 11 p.m. VIP party with special guest Tim Charron. Attendees are asked to bring chairs. No coolers will be allowed. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Information

TUESDAY, JULY 19

Williamson State of the County

Mayor Rogers Anderson’s address will give an overview of how the county is performing on economic indicators such as financial health, education, public safety, transportation, job growth and employment, and capital investments. Anderson also will outline the county’s budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, 700 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin. Fee: $85 for members, $100 for guests, $1,500 for table sponsors (reserved company table for 10). Information

SATURDAY, JULY 23

Music City Brewers Festival

Sample beers from over 40 local, regional and national breweries, seltzers and spirits while enjoying live music at Nashville’s original beer festival. Food will be available for purchase from local restaurants and food trucks. Proceeds benefit The Nashville Humane Association. 5-9 p.m., Music City Walk of Fame Park, 121 4th Avenue South. Information