Downtown Connect Quarterly Networking Coffee. A special presentation on near-term transportation solutions. Speakers: Mark Cleveland, co-founder and chairman, Hytch Rewards; Kacy Stern, special projects manager, Nashville Downtown Partnership. Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Center, One Symphony Place. Thursday, 8-9:30 a.m. Free, but advanced registration is required. Information

THURSDAY, DEC. 12

2019 Nashville Reconnect Ambassador Training

An Ambassador opens the door to a conversation that someone has wanted to have, but didn’t know how to start, or who to talk to. An Ambassador supports Reconnectors with encouragement and provides just enough information so they can take their next step on their path to college. You know people in your community, at your job and at your church who want to return to school but are not sure what steps to take to achieve their dream. Becoming a Reconnect Ambassador will give you the tools to connect your friends and family to the free services to help them get there. Edgehill United Methodist Church, 1414 Edgehill Ave. 10 a.m.-noon. For registration and information

FRIDAY, DEC. 13

Porter Flea Holiday 2019

Featuring curated modern handmade goods from regional designers. Nashville Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Ave. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fee: $25. Information

THROUGH DEC. 28

Franktown Festival of Lights

Williamson County’s only drive-thru light spectacular. Visit Santa’s Village, petting zoo, camel rides and more. Tickets $25 per car. Discount for Veterans, Active Duty Military and First Responders. Williamson County Ag Center, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin. Open nightly from 6-10 p.m. Information

THROUGH DEC. 31

GLOW Nashville

Located at First Tennessee Park, GLOW Nashville features one of the country’s tallest Christmas trees, millions of lights adorning larger-than-life sculptures, ice skating and tubing experiences, a Santa’s workshop and more activities for all ages. 5-10 p.m. Fee: $19.99 and up. Ice skating rentals $10. Information

THROUGH JAN. 5

Holiday Lights at Cheekwood

This annual holiday attraction featuring a one-mile-long path and over a million twinkling lights. Open seven nights a week except Christmas Day. 5-10 p.m. Fee: $9-27 depending on membership status, time and date. Information

SATURDAY, DEC. 14

Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America is a nonprofit event held each year with a goal to place a live wreath on the grave of every American veteran who died serving our country. A local remembrance ceremony will take place at Gallatin City Cemetery. 10-11 a.m. Open to the public. City is now accepting donations and greatly appreciated. Information: 615 451-5961.

Christmas at the Movies

Share this great tradition with your family. Parade route Steam Plant Road to Hartsville Pike, down Main Street, down Broadway and ends at Gallatin High School. Noon. Rain or Shine. Information

TUESDAY, DEC. 17

2019 Education report Card for Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools

For 28 years, the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce has convened a diverse committee of business and community volunteers to dig into the challenges, successes, and opportunities in Metro Nashville Public Schools. Each year, they offer recommendations informed by school visits, interviews with key stakeholders, and district and state data. The special topic for the 2019 Education Report Card is Whole City. Nashville Public Library, 615 Church Street. 10-11:30 a.m. Fee: Complimentary, but registration is required. Information