Business Studio: Happy Hour with Hip Hues. Business Studio gathers Nashville’s small business community quarterly for a casual happy hour. Come meet other local small business leaders and hang out in Hip Hues’ HQ over beer and light bites. Be among the first to arrive to print your own T-shirt. Thursday, 4-6 p.m. Hip Hues, 1201 4th Ave. South. Information

THURSDAY, SEPT. 27

Street Eats

A gathering of up to 20 local food trucks parked along Deaderick Street between 4th Avenue North and 5th Avenue North every Thursday. The trucks serve lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Information

REIN Clarksville Focus Group

A combination of networking, deal pitching and hearing from a knowledgeable speaker who can give valuable insight. As we grow together, so will our connections and ability to do great things in Clarksville. Event location: The Leaf Chronicle Building, 200 Commerce St. 6:30-8 p.m. Information and registration

Neighborhood Health Breakfast

Dr. James E.K. Hildreth, president and CEO of Meharry Medical College, is the keynote speaker for this annual event. Mayor David Briley is listed as special guest. 7:30-8:30 a.m. Janet Ayers Academic Center, Belmont University, 1805 15th Avenue South, Nashville. Registration

FRIDAY, SEPT. 28

Williamson, Inc. Town Hall

Topic: Spotlight on Spring Hill with guest panel, Mayor Rick Graham and City Administrator Victor Lay. Columbia State Community College Community Room, Building A, 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin. 7:15 a.m. networking, 7:30-8:30 Program/taping Fee: no charge for Williamson, Inc. Business Partners and Guests. Open to the general public. Information

Full Moon Pickin’ Party

These Friday night parties, held at the Percy Warner Park Equestrian Center, feature bluegrass music including jam circles and main acts on a stage. Water, soft drinks and up to four beers are included with admission. Food is also available for purchase. Event held monthly through October on the Friday night closest to full moon. 7-11 p.m. Fee: adult $20 advance, $25 day of, youth (7-17) $7 advance, Fee: $10 day of, Children under 6 free. Season passes $100. Proceeds benefit Warner Parks. Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd. Information

An Evening in Old Hollywood

FiftyForward J.L. Turner Center goes “old school” Hollywood glam for this fundraising event. Arrive in style on the red carpet, enjoy a catered dinner, silent auction, live music from the 1940s and, of course, dancing at its sister center, FiftyForward Martin Center, 906 Heritage Way, Brentwood. 6-9 p.m. Tickets: $75 per person, $50 for FiftyForward members. Information, 615 622-3040

SATURDAY, SEPT. 29

The Upsides of a Downturn: Strategies for Thriving in a Changing Market

When you understand the real estate market, it is a lot easier to start or build a business renting or flipping real estate to make money. 9 - noon. Limited seating.Free and open to the public, but registration required. Location of event will be given after registration. Information

SEPT. 29-30

Harvest Fest at Fontanel

This event will feature live music, a farmer’s market with pumpkins and gourds, a wide array of local vendors and food and beverage trucks. Pet friendly. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Front entrance of Fontanel. 4125 Whites Creek Pike. Information

MONDAY, OCT. 1

REIN Rutherford County Focus Group

Meets the first Monday of each month to discuss topics of general interest to real estate investors. Speaker Tony Woodall will discuss structuring the deal. 6:30 p.m. at Keller Williams Real Estate Office, 450 St Andrews Drive, Murfreesboro. Information

TUESDAY, OCT. 2

REIN Deals, Deals, Deals Focus Group

Find where investors find and sell deals, as well as the mechanics of various deals. 6:30 p.m. REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Suite 200, Nashville. Fee: members, free. Nonmembers $50. Information, registration

SATURDAY, OCT. 6

First Saturday Art Crawl

Art galleries throughout downtown host receptions and art openings, presenting local and world-renowned artists and artwork. The galleries offer rare opportunities to view diverse exhibitions featuring every genre of art. Admission: Free. Most galleries serve free wine and other refreshments. 6-9 p.m. Information