Chamber West Monthly Networking Coffee. An opportunity to learn more about Chamber West’s initiatives and find out how you can get involved in the continued success of this area. Today, 8-9:15 a.m., Hampton Inn & Suites-Green Hills, 2324 Crestmoor Rd., Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com/calendar.

THURSDAY, NOV. 21

NEXT Awards

The NEXT Awards recognize entrepreneurial-minded companies in Middle Tennessee, as well as the entrepreneurs who make a significant impact on our local economy. Winners will be revealed in five industries – health care, technology, digital media and entertainment, sustainability and social enterprise, and products and services. In addition, individual awards for outstanding entrepreneurs will be given in the following categories: youth entrepreneur, entrepreneur of the year, entrepreneurial partner of the year. Music City Center Grand Ballroom, 201 5th Avenue South, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com/calendar.

Real Estate Investors Network

REIN Williamson County Lunch Meeting – REIN's Williamson County Lunch Group meets at 11:15 a.m. at Sportman's Lodge, 1640 Westgate Circle, Brentwood. Information: reintn.org.

THURSDAY, NOV. 21

Tennessee Small Business Development Center Counseling

Free and confidential one-on-one counseling for existing and start-up small businesses covering marketing, operations, management or any other business services. Call the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber office (444-5503) to schedule. Appointment times: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.

Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

James Corlew Chevrolet, 722 College St., Clarksville. 5-7:00 p.m. Information: [email protected].

FRIDAY, NOV. 22

Roast ‘n’ Roll

Italia Nashville Guild presents the second annual Roast ‘n’ Roll, 6-9 p.m. Coco’s Italian Market & Ristorante, 5101 Alabama Ave. The chestnut roast/informal bocce competition is $5 in advance, $7.50 at the roaster and free to preschoolers. Price includes Hamilton County’s finest castagne, hot apple cider, assorted soft drinks and bocce ball rolling. Information: [email protected], 269-3391.

SATURDAY, NOV. 30

Battle of Franklin Anniversary

The annual Battle of Franklin Illumination Ceremony, this year marking the 149th anniversary, will take place at 4:30 p.m. at Carnton Plantation. The ceremony is open and free to the public. Some 10,000 luminaries will be on display to commemorate the approximately 10,000 casualties inflicted during the battle. Information: 794-0903, [email protected].