Industry Roundtable. A meeting designed to promote community over competition: a place where you can discuss what’s happening in your business sector and also mingle with others from different industries to make valuable connections. Coffee will be provided, and a Chamber team member will be at each meeting, in an effort for our team to better connect our members to resources. This program is included in your chamber membership. Registration is required. The Hampton Inn, 980 Village Green Crossing, Gallatin. Thursday, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Information

THURSDAY, AUG. 17

Entrepreneur Exchange

Join other like-minded people at the Franklin Innovation Center, the ultimate gathering for startups and entrepreneurs to experience all the center has to offer. This hub offers attainable office space for local startup businesses. The meetup takes place on the third Thursday of every month, providing a regular opportunity for fellow entrepreneurs to casually network, meet the tenants and share ideas. The Franklin Innovation Center, 423 S. Margin Street, Franklin. 4-5 p.m. Free to attend. Information

Third Thursdays on Main

Enjoy food and entertainment and support Downtown Gallatin businesses. Bring lawn chairs, friends and the entire family for a night of entertainment on the Downtown Gallatin Square. Entertainment TBA. Free. 6:30-9 p.m. Information

AUG. 17-26

The Wilson County Fair/ Tennessee State Fair

Get ready for rides, contests, fair food, vendors and fun for the whole family. Tickets range from free to $45, depending on age and ticket type. General admission for adults is $12. Information

FRIDAY, AUG. 25

Tailgate with the Titans

Join the Nashville Area Chamber and the Tennessee Titans for a pregame happy hour. Enjoy networking, food and drink, and a ticket to see the Titans take on the New England Patriots. $80 per Chamber member. Space is limited. Ticket includes two drink tickets (beer, soda or water), all-you-can-eat hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, cookies and salad option, music, games and special appearances from T-Rac and Titans cheerleaders. This event is those 21 and older. 5:15-7:15 p.m. registration and networking, 7:15 kickoff. All guests must be checked in by 7:30. Information

SATURDAY, AUG 26

Cornelia Fort Pickin’ Party

The monthly event will take place Cornelia Fort Airpark in East Nashville. Guests can expect stage performances by local artists, craft beer, family activities, food vendors and community pickin’. Musicians are encouraged to bring banjos, fiddles, guitars, dobroes and mandolins for group pickin’ sessions. This event is open to all ages. Children 15 and younger do not require a ticket for entry with an adult ticket purchase. Tickets: $18+ per person. 5:30 p.m. Performers: Brazilbilly, Bill and the Belles, and Southern Call. Cornelia Fort Airpark, 1199 Shadow Lane. All proceeds from the event series go toward revitalization projects at Shelby Park & Bottoms and Cornelia Fort Airpark. Information