Coffee, Content & Conversation - The Talent Report. Join the Nashville Chamber discussion on the latest trends impacting Nashville employers and job seekers, the current state of the Workforce, and how companies and candidates can get ahead and stay ahead. This is a virtual event and registration is required. Noon-1 p.m. Information

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22

Breakfast with the Mayor

Join Maury Alliance for breakfast and Q&A with city of Spring Hill Mayor Jim Hagaman. Worldwide Stages – Dining Atrium, 5000 Northfield Lane, Spring Hill. Fee: $20 members, $25 non-members. Includes a full breakfast and coffee. 8-9 a.m. Information

Young Professionals Committee Meeting

Maury Alliance, Upstairs Conference Room, 106 West 6th Street, Columbia. 12-1 p.m. Information

UT Extension Lunch & Learn

March is Extension Month, and various topics will be covered during Lunch and Learn Sessions each Wednesday. Noon-1 p.m. UT Extension office, 658 Hartsville Pike in Gallatin. No reservation needed. Bring a sandwich and get the newest information & research on gardening, pollinators and Koi ponds. Information

Young Professional Mixer

Young Professionals gather for an evening of networking and socializing. Hilton Franklin Cool Springs. 4-6 p.m. Free. Enjoy drinks and food available for purchase while mingling with like-minding individuals. Registration required. Information

THURSDAY, MARCH 23

Governor’s Address

The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Governor Bill Lee to the 2023 Governor’s Address to share his vision for Tennessee including legislative and budget priorities for the 113th General Assembly. JW Marriott Griffin Ballroom, 201 8th Ave.S. 8-9:30 a.m. Fee: On-site individual $65. Registration required. Information

Multi-Employer Hiring Event

American Job Center, 119 Nashville Highway, Suite 106, Columbia. 12-2 p.m. Information

Industry Roundtables

Meetings designed to promote community over competition: a place where you can discuss what’s happening in your business sector and also mingle with others from different industries to make valuable connections. Coffee will be provided, and a Chamber team member will be at each meeting, in an effort for our team to better connect our members to resources. Although this event is included in your Chamber membership, registration is required. Hampton Inn, 980 Village Green Crossing, Gallatin. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Information

Membership 101

Our Chamber Membership 101 is a must attend event for new members, new employees, and people interested in joining the chamber. During this one-hour session Chamber Director, Kara Williams will cover the following: Key Member Benefits, Networking Opportunities, Chamber Events, Ways to get Involved, Marketing Opportunities for Members plus many more. Space is limited, so please register if you plan to attend. Maury County Chamber and Economic Alliance, Downstairs Conference Room, 106 West 6th Street, Columbia. 3:30-5 p.m. Information

Business Studio: Accessing Capital with Pathway Lending

Need funding to sustain your business? Hear from a panel of local lenders and business advisers with Pathway Lending. The panel will share information about specific lending programs available to small businesses across Middle Tennessee as well as coaching and advisory services offered to support your growth and access to capital. Panelists: Jon Eisen, vice president of lending, Middle Tennessee; Thomas Sheffield, director, Nashville Opportunity Fund; Keyunta Dawson, senior business adviser, business development. Free for chamber members, but registration is required. 4-5 p.m. Pathway Leandign, 201 Venture Circle, Nashville. Information

Young Professionals Mixer

Bad Idea Brewing, located on 2nd level of the Columbia Arts Building. 307 W 11th Street, Columbia. 5-6 p.m. Free. Please register for this event. Information

FRIDAY, MARCH 24

Good Morning Gallatin

Mayor Paige Brown gives a city update. Registration is required. Free for members, $15 for future member. Breakfast from Bojangles and coffee will be provided. 7:30-9 a.m. Hampton Inn, 980 Village Green Crossing, Gallatin. Information

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

Community Clean-up Day

This event is open to everyone, and the Health Committee is looking for volunteers. Individuals, families, civic clubs, school organizations, church groups, youth groups, Boy Scouts and Girls Scouts, sports teams, and businesses are welcome to sign up and register to participate. 8 a.m.-noon. Information

TUESDAY, MARCH 28

Nolensville Annual Address

This event will feature presentations from Nolensville Town Mayor Halie Gallik and Town Manager Victor Lay as they discuss the current state of affairs in Nolensville and outline their vision for the future. Williamson County Schools Superintendent Jason Golden will give an update on Nolensville schools. Sunset Middle School, 200 Sunset Trail, Brentwood. Fee: $25 members, $40 non-members. 8-9:30 a.m. Registration needed. Information

FRIDAY, MARCH 31

Policy Talks

Williamson, Inc. Policy Talks is a monthly community forum featuring elected officials centered 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, Franklin. 7:30-9 a.m. Information

MARCH 27-APRIL 2

Mule Day

An annual celebration of all things related to mules held in Columbia, the “Mule Capital” of the world. Begun in 1840 as “Breeder’s Day,” a meeting for mule breeders, it now attracts over 200,000 people and takes place over four days. In addition to mules, traditional Appalachian food, music, dancing and crafts are featured. Information

MARCH 31-APRIL 1

The Mulehouse Outdoor Music Party

The Mulehouse is transforming its backlot into a mega music party featuring multi-platinum headliner Chris Janson and rising star Shane Profitt. The festivities kick off at 6:30 p.m. and promise to hype all the senses with incredible live music, food trucks, a beer garden, multiple bars and exclusive Mulehouse Party merchandise for purchase. General admission $39, available at Mulehouse.com. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Saturday the music resumes as Mule Day ends. At 12:30 p.m. local favorite bands take the stage: Reeves Bros, Wentzel Bros, Yonder Grove and Buck Sixx. Food trucks, a beer garden, multiple bars, cornhole, and Mulehouse Party merchandise. Gates open at 11:30 a.m. For Saturday’s party, admission is free and open to the public. 812 South High St, Columbia. Information