Nashville International Airport Open House. Nashville International Airport, which has more than 17 million passengers annually and 540 flights daily, will host an open house to discuss preliminary findings and recommendations from its master plan update and noise exposure map update. Thursday, 5-8 p.m. One Century Place Conference Center, 26 Century Blvd. The public is welcome to come any time to review materials, ask questions and leave comments. Information
THURSDAY, NOV. 21
Street Eats
As many as 20 local food trucks will park along Deaderick Street between Fourth Avenue North and Fifth Avenue North. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Information
Nolensville Business Mixer
First Citizens National Bank, 7116 Nolensville Road, Suite 701. 5-7 p.m. Information
Chancellor’s Lecture Series
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, author and MacArthur Fellow, is featured as part of the Chancellor’s Lecture Series, led by interim Chancellor Susan R. Wente. The theme of the series is “Culture of Respect; Culture of Caring.” Langford Auditorium. 6:30 p.m. Fee: Free and on a first-come basis. Additional date:
• Dec. 3: Journalists and authors Seven Pinker, Carl Zimmer and Amanda Little with Jon Meacham. Information
NOV. 22-DEC. 28
Franktown Festival of Lights
Enjoy Williamson County’s only drive-thru light spectacular this holiday season. Attendees can enjoy the light displays from the comfort of their own car. Visit Santa’s Village, petting zoo, camel rides and much more. Tickets are $25 per car. Discount for Veterans, Active Duty Military and First Responders. Williamson County Ag Center, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin. Open nightly from 6-10 p.m. Information
THURSDAY, NOV. 28
Music City Turkey Trot
This race will benefit the Salvation Army’s Senior Food Angel Program. Funds will go toward the purchase of $25 Kroger Gift Cards to help fight food insecurity among our senior population in Nashville. Nissan Stadium, 8 a.m. $40. Information
FRIDAY, NOV. 29
Legislative Update
Topic: Spotlight on Spring Hill. Join Mayor Rick Graham and Victor Lay, city administrator, for an update on Spring Hill. Columbia State Community College, Community Room, Building A, 1228 Liberty Pike. 7:15-8:30 a.m. Information
SATURDAY, NOV. 30
The Perfect Little Holiday Market
More than 30 vendors, food trucks, DIY stations, hot cocoa + S’mores with fire pits, Photos with Santa, photo booths, beer + cider, and more. Flats at Taylor Place, 1515 Fifth Ave. N. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Information
THURSDAY, DEC. 5
Nashville CARES Breakfast: Ending the HIV Epidemic
An event to raise awareness and provide a time of reflection on World AIDS Day. Dr. James Hildreth, President of Meharry Medical College will convene a panel of business, faith and government leaders to discuss Nashville’s Ending the HIV Epidemic plan. Del ray Zimmerman, Vanderbilt’s Director of Diversity Affairs and LGBTQ Health will also deliver a message of faith and hope for those living with or at risk for HIV. Cal Turner Family Center for Student Education at Meharry Medical College, 1011 21st Ave. N. 7:30 a.m. Information
DEC. 6-8
Vintage Market Days of Nashville
120 vendors from 20 states showcase their vintage and antique finds, crafted handmade goods, latest fashion trends and food trucks in 65,000 square feet of indoor shopping. Fairgrounds Nashville, 500 Wedgewood Ave. Fee: Early buying-Friday $15 with free reentry Dec. 7-8. Saturday $12, Sunday $5. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11
Les Dames Nashville and chef Margot McCormack to host Nathalie Dupree
Luncheon at Margot Cafe Features a Three-Course Meal Inspired by ‘Nathalie Dupree’s Favorite Stories & Recipes.’ Proceeds from the event will allow Les Dames Nashville to further its mission of providing scholarship and mentorship to women in the food, farming, beverage and hospitality industries, through its career advancements grants. Margot Café, 1017 Woodland St. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Fee: $102.30 includes lunch, wine pairings and a signed copy of Nathalie Dupree’s Favorite Stores & Recipes. Information
FRIDAY, DEC. 13
Porter Flea Holiday 2019
Nashville’s unique holiday shopping adventure featuring curated modern handmade goods from the region’s most talented designers. The Nashville Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Ave. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fee: $25. Information