Bella Rustica. AGAPE Nashville will host Bella Rustica – A Spectacle of American Vintage, its annual vintage market, Friday and Saturday, at historic Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin. Proceeds will help the agency continue its work with foster children across Middle Tennessee. This year’s family and pet-friendly event will feature more than 40 artists and antique dealers from across the Southeast and Midwest. Live music, a variety of food and special attractions for children will also be a highlight. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. Parking is free. Information: 620-3493, [email protected].

SUNDAY, OCT 12

Music With A Mission

Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers, Steve and Rudy, along with the GRAMMY Award-winning Nashville Symphony, will host this year’s “Music With A Mission” at 7 p.m. at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center to benefit the Nashville Rescue Mission. Also performing: country-recording artist Tracy Lawrence; Lynda Carter, singer, film and television star, who played the role of “Wonder Woman”; the Beegie Adair Trio, highly regarded jazz-recording musicians; Chip Esten, comedian, actor and singer, known for his role as “Deacon” in ABC’s hit drama, “Nashville”; The Henningsens, a family trio of musicians and songwriters; The Willis Clan, of ABC’s “America’s Got Talent” fame, a family of musicians, dancers, athletes, writers and artists; and Jesse Lee Jones, owner of Robert’s Western World and the leader of its house band, Brazilbilly. Information: www.mwmnashville.com.

MONDAY, OCT. 15

Chamber West Monthly Networking Coffee

Learn more about Chamber West’s initiatives and learn how to get involved in the continued success of this area. Hampton Inn & Suites-Green Hills, 2324 Crestmoor Rd., Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 743-3063.

TUESDAY, OCT. 16

YP Nashville Connect

Young professionals attending can find out how they can get connected and involved in the Nashville area. Display booths will be staffed by members of more than 25 young professional organizations that are a part of YP Nashville so you can learn about the benefits and offerings of their organization. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Rocketown, 601 Fourth Ave South, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 743-3063.

People’s Law School

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is hosting a free program that provides an overview of common civil legal issues that a person might face. Taught by Legal Aid Society attorneys and volunteer attorneys. 6 to 7 p.m., Cohn Learning Center, 4805 Park Avenue. Registration: 298-8050, nashville.gov/ce. This session: Renters’ Rights: This class outlines your legal rights as a renter and how to assert them, what to look for in a lease, how to get your landlord to make repairs, how to get your security deposit back and more.

Oct. 16-18

Donelson Fall Festival & BBQ

FiftyForward Donelson Station spins a 28-year community tradition into a festival with family friendly fun, food and The Haunted Theatre. Festivities begin Oct. 16 at dusk as The Larry Keeton Theatre (108 Donelson Pike, 37214) is transformed into The Haunted Theatre. Festivities continue Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. with many of the same great traditions from the past: live music, silent auction, children’s activities, FiftyForward Bargain Basement, craft fair and market and, of course, delicious barbecue. Information: www.fiftyforward.org.

SATURDAY, OCT. 18

Mensa Admissions Testing

American Mensa will be testing in Nashville (Metro Police Department, East Precinct, 936 E. Trinity Lane) and Franklin (clubhouse at the Villages at Morningside, 6000 Sunrise Circle) at 3 p.m. Testing will take place in Hendersonville (Halo Real Estate Community Room, 700 E. Main St) on Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m. The organization open to anyone who scores in the top 2 percent on an accepted, standardized intelligence test. Information: www.us.mensa.org/join, 800 66-MENSA.

Construction Career/Job Fair

The Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee is hosting the event, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at LP Field. Those looking for a career or a fresh start at a new job will find opportunities at the event. Representatives from MTSU’s school of Construction Management will be in attendance to talk with individuals looking for professions in the construction and land development industry. Men and women interested in becoming home builders, constructions managers, land developers or sales agents are encouraged to attend and talk with school educators about pursuing their career. Information: www.hbamt.org/education.html, 377-1055.

The Legacy of Stones River

Commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War in Murfreesboro by exploring the conflicting emotions of Southerners at the outset of the conflict and the destruction caused by four years of war. The day’s program begins at the First Presbyterian Church, 210 North Spring Street in Murfreesboro, at 9:45 with presentations by Prof. Erskine Clarke and historian Megan Kate Nelson. Afternoon sessions will take place at the Stones River National Battlefield, 1563 North Thompson Lane in Murfreesboro, with a ranger presentation titled “Joseph Palmer: A Reluctant Leader,” which tells the story of the former mayor of Murfreesboro as he transitioned from an opponent of secession to leading his fellow townspeople during the Battle of Stones River. Registration for the programs at the First Presbyterian Church is $10 per person and includes a continental breakfast. Registration: www.nps.gov/stri/planyourvisit/legacycurrent.htm or at the Stones River National Battlefield visitor center.

Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce TASTE

Join more than 400 guests and get a taste of the culinary skills of some of Nashville’s most talented chefs and finest restaurants. The area’s best bars and mixologists will be serving up a taste of signature cocktails and competing for awards. Get a taste of live music at our new convenient venue - The Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum. All visitors have access to the Museum for a taste of history. The silent auction will have a vast array of items to please a variety of tastes in travel, home decor, music, food, and more. Tickets begin at $50. Information: nashvilleglbtchamber.org/taste.

MONDAY, OCT. 20

People’s Law School

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is hosting a free program that provides an overview of common civil legal issues that a person might face. Taught by Legal Aid Society attorneys and volunteer attorneys. 6 to 7 p.m., Wright Middle School, 180 McCall Street. Registration: 298-8050, nashville.gov/ce.This session: The New Healthcare Law: Know the Latest Facts: This class will cover what you need to know about the Affordable Care Act. You will learn how the new law can help you afford health insurance, how to sign up for the insurance market place, how the law affects Medicare and how to sign up for TennCare.

TUESDAY, OCT. 21

2014 NEXT Awards Finalists Celebration

The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Nashville Entrepreneur Center celebrate the 2014 NEXT Awards finalists. All applicants, friends and colleagues are invited to celebrate and network with the newly named finalists. The NEXT Awards celebrate excellence in business and entrepreneurship in Middle Tennessee. Finalists will be celebrated in the following industries: Health Care, Technology, Digital Media & Entertainment, Sustainability & Social Enterprise and Products & Services. Finalists also will be named in the following individual categories: Young Entrepreneur and Entrepreneur of the Year. 5-7 p.m., Nashville Entrepreneur Center, 41 Peabody Street, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 743-3061.

THURSDAY, OCT. 23

People’s Law School

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is hosting a free program that provides an overview of common civil legal issues that a person might face. Taught by Legal Aid Society attorneys and volunteer attorneys. 6 to 7 p.m., Cohn Learning Center, 4805 Park Avenue. Registration: 298-8050, nashville.gov/ce. This session: Social Security Options: This course will cover how to apply for and get Social Security retirement benefits, disability benefits, spouse and child payments, Medicare health insurance, Supplemental Security Income disability benefits and old age payments.