Nashville Business Breakfast. Speaker: Gov. Bill Haslam. Allen Arena, Lipscomb University, One University Drive, Nashville. Thursday, 6:45-8:30 a.m. Fee: $40 in advance, $50 at the door. Free parking. Information
THURSDAY, OCT. 18
Verizon Recycling Rally in Murfreesboro
A recycling rally free and open to the public includes glass, plastic, aluminum, laptop and desktop computers, LCD monitors, televisions, computer cables, gaming consoles, telephone, stereo and audio equipment, paper shredders, electronic toys, small electric appliances etc. Remove batteries, note that hard drives will not be wiped. Verizon, 300 River Rock Blvd., 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
REIN Williamson County
Luncheon: a gathering of serious, motivated real estate investors. First Watch, 1000 Meridian Blvd. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fee: cost of your own lunch. Information
Street Eats
Enjoy 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
In each meeting, we will enjoy a combination of networking, deal pitching and hearing from a knowledgeable speaker who can give us valuable insight into a facet of business. 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
THROUGHT OCT. 28
Boo at the Zoo
Fall Festival Field features carnival games, bounce houses, dance parties, corn pit and more. The Howl-O-Ween Hayride takes riders on a trip through the Zoo’s backroads to discover magical scenes. Trick-or-treat around the Zoo trail and uncover festive treats. Enjoy special animal, science and magic shows. Visit the Frightful Farm to take a dying traditions home tour or brave the Haunted Barn. Oct. 18-21, 25-28. 5-9 p.m. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Nolensville Pike. Information
FRIDAY, OCT. 19
Business Networking Breakfast
An exclusive event for Chamber members only. Newest members introduce themselves in front of a group and have the opportunity to mix and mingle with other Chamber members. Breakfast provided. Emblem, 427 Nichol Lane, Franklin. 7:30-9 a.m. Fee: free. Information
Night Market
The restaurants and shops stay open late and there are artisans, farmers, and live music. The events are free to attend and family-friendly. Beer, cocktails, and wine are available for purchase. 5-9 p.m. Nashville Farmers Market, 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd.
SUNDAY, OCT. 21
Jazz on the Cumberland
This summer concert series is held once a month on Sundays May through November. Bring your blanket and lawn chairs to enjoy some of the best local, regional, and national jazz artists. There will be food trucks and concessions available at each concert, and $5 parking in Lot R of the LP Field. This is an alcohol-free event. 5:30-8 p.m. Cumberland Park, 592 1st Street. Information Additional date: Nov. 11.
TUESDAY, OCT. 23
Nashville Area Chamber and Partnership 2020 Annual Celebration
A celebration of last year’s wins, the business of making an impact on the region, and a keynote and hands-on workshop with futurist and economist Rebecca Ryan will be the agenda at this event. 7:30-8 a.m. registration and networking. 8-9 a.m. Annual Celebration and awards, 9:30-11:30 Future Camp workshop. Renaissance Nashville Hotel, 611 Commerce Street. Reservations and fee information
Gallatin Chamber Networking Power Lunch
Extend your network, build relationships and break bread with fellow members of the Chamber on the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month. The restaurant location varies from week to week. All attendees are responsible for the cost of their own meal. Swaney Swifts, 118 North Water Ave. 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Information: 452-4000
Women in Business Luncheon
Topic: Be More Successful at Work & Life by Changing One Behavior. Speaker: Nicole Provonchee, Executive Coach & Founder, Bright Blue Consulting. Be More Successful at Work & Life by Changing One Behavior: We all have one - a behavior that gets in the way of our success: Interrupting others, talking too much/too little, emotional outbursts, avoiding conflict, poor meeting management, taking on too much, procrastination, arriving late to meetings and more. This course will teach you how to identify and then change the one behavior that is holding you back from your All-Star self. Brentwood United Methodist Church, 309 Franklin Road, Brentwood. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Fee: Business partner- $30, Guests- $50
REIN Event: Intermediate to Advanced Multi-Family Investment Strategies Focus Group
Monthly focus group discussion for multi-family investment strategies. Energy Lighting Services, 260 West Main Street, Ste. 125, (lower level), Hendersonville. 9-11 a.m. Limited seating, reservations requested. Fee: Free. Information
REIN Event: New Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Of 2018: What It Means for You
Learn how the new tax laws implemented in 2018 will impact the way investors will pay taxes. Clinton Hauser, of Stone, Rudolph, and Henry Accountants will be speaker. REIN Center, 4525 Harding Road, Suite 200. 5:30 p.m. Fee: $20 members, $50 non-members. Information
FRIDAY, OCT, 26
Williamson, Inc. Town Hall
Topic: Guest Panel: Brentwood Mayor Jill Burgin, Brentwood City Manager Kirk Bednar. 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