Downtown Connect: Happy Hour. Join Area Advisory Councils Downtown Connect co-hosted with Downtown Partnership. The program will be a networking happy hour. More details will be sent to the email that you use to register for this event. Wednesday, 4:30-6 p.m. Fee: Chamber member, free, Future member, $35. Information and registration

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 28

Meet the Mayor

An open forum for people to connect with Mayor Randall Hutto – Wilson County Mayor and staff. The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce, 149 Public Square. 1-2 p.m. Information

THURSDAY, AUG. 29

Women’s Leadership Conference: Empowerher

The annual Women’s Leadership Conference gathers 300 women for an event focused on professional development and networking. This year’s theme, EmpowerHER, highlights the inspiring journeys of women who have triumphed through perseverance to achieve remarkable success. The conference includes a networking segment before the program, featuring display booths from women-owned businesses. Speakers: Cordia Harrinton, Crown Bakeries and Miranda McDonald, Tennessee Titans. Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, 700 Cool Springs Blvd. Fee: $75 members, $100 non-members, table of 12 $1500, display booth + two tickets $250. 8-11 a.m. Information

Talent Solutions Forum: Bridging Education and Industry

This event will feature a presentation and expert panel discussion education and employer partnerships in Middle Tennessee and how they work to strengthen talent pipelines in high-growth industries. HealthStream, Inc., 500 11th Ave. N, Ste. 900. 8:30-10 a.m. No fee to attend. Registration required. Information

Street Eats

Taste the flavors of Nashville and Nashvillians’ culinary influences each Thursday when as many as 20 food trucks line up along Deaderick between 4th and 5th Avenues North. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Information

YP Learning Series – Advancing Your Career or Business

Discover the powerful impact of personal growth and professional development on your career progression and entrepreneurial ventures. Gain insights into how continuous improvement and strategic planning can propel you forward, opening doors to new opportunities and achievements. Session led by Danny Pippin, business coach and growth strategist. Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, 500 11th Ave. N. Ste. 200. 4:30 - 6 p.m. Free for YP Nashville partner. Future members $30, Chamber members $15. Information

AUG. 29-31

Musicians Corner

Celebrating 15 years of music in Centennial Park. In partnership with Lightning 100, The Free Fest’s Thursday lineup includes Lucinda Williams, Hovvdy, Phillip-Michael Scales, Texino and The Love-in. 5-9 p.m. Friday, 5-9 p.m.: Real Estate, The Criticals, Jill Andrews, San Johnston and A Tribe of Horseman. Saturday, 12:05-6 p.m.: Michigander, Daniel Nunnelee, Venus and the Flytraps, Crystal Rose and Tabitha Meeks. Additional dates: Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27. 2500 West End Ave. Information

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29

Summer Shakespeare

Enjoy a summer production of Shakespeare’s best-known works, “As You Like It.” Thursday-Sundays, Aug. 29-Sept. 22 and Monday, Sept. 2. OneC1ty, 8 City Blvd. Gates open: 5:15 p.m., 5:30 p.m. Insight Lecture, 6 p.m. pre-show concert, 7 p.m. Performance. Fee: Pay what you will ($10 suggested donation). Bring your own blanket or chairs. Other seating options include: a Noble Seat, reserved chair $40/person or purchase a VIP Royal Package that includes reserved parking, a gourmet picnic dinner and reserved seating, $100. Franklin option: Sept 26-29 at Academy Park. Information

SATURDAY, AUG. 31

Fall Zzzoofari Slumber

Enjoy a unique overnight camping experience as you sleep under the stars just a short distance away from the snoozing animals. Recommended for families with children ages 4-12, Zzzoofari Slumber features a variety of activities during the evening and breakfast the next morning. Campers also receive free entry to the zoo Sunday. Participants ages 4+, $45 for members, $65 non-member. Toddlers ages 2-3, $25 for members, $45 non-members. Register to attend. Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pike. Information

Bluegrass Music Festival

Enjoy a fun family event featuring Bluegrass music, food trucks, shopping and more. Watertown town square. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Information

POEtry: An Edgar Allan Poe Living History Event

Enjoy an evening of macabre and mystery at The Hermitage with one of the Jacksonian Era’s premier writers: Edgar Allan Poe. Featuring actor Charles Wissinger regaling the audience with both humorous and terrifying dramatics. Two shows will be held inside the Andrew Jackson Center Theater. Shows start at 5:30 and 8 p.m. with doors opening 30 minutes before start of each show. Tickets: $40 for Hermitage members, $45 for non-members. 4580 Rachel’s Lane. Information

THURSDAY, SEPT. 5

DCDP Fall Honors Dinner

Keynote speaker: Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky. Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza, 2100 W West End Ave. 6 p.m. Information

SEPT 6-8

The Nashville Home Show

Bravo’s Craig Conover is headlining the event, which will feature educational content, new home trends, home improvement solutions, 200-plus booths and first-to-market products. This is the ultimate event for homeowners and designers. Tickets are $8 in advance & $10 at the door. Admission is free for ages 12 and younger, and seniors 65 and older receive free admission Friday. Active and retired military get free entry. Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way, S. Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Information

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14

Paint the Town – Preservation Society Event

This inaugural fundraiser presented by the Preservation Society of Nashville will be held at Neuhoff District, a mixed-use transformation of Nashville’s 1900s meatpacking district in Germantown alongside the Cumberland River. The event will begin with drinks on Neuhoff District’s River Steps, followed by a lively evening celebrating the city of Nashville and the work of Preservation Society of Nashville. Paint the Town will include live music from Lockeland Strings, catering by Juniper Green, plein-air painters from Chestnut Group, a brief documentary screening and a live auction. Tickets begin at $250. 6-9 p.m. Cocktail Attire. 1315 Adams Street. Information