Christmas Village. Christmas Village is one of the oldest charitable events in Nashville, supported and run entirely by volunteers from the Nashville Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Club. Approximately 250 merchants and 30,000 shoppers from all over the United States participate in this consumer show. A variety of seasonal and gift items are offered, including toys for all ages, clothing for children and adults, jewelry, home decor, food items, pottery, collectibles and unusual pieces. Proceeds support Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center, patients recovering from traumatic brain injury at the Vanderbilt Pi Beta Phi Rehabilitation Institute and aspiring artists at the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg. Friday 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday noon-6 p.m. Nashville Fairgrounds. Free parking. Information
Zoolumination Opening Weekend
This walkthrough attraction is the country’s largest Chinese lantern festival featuring more than 1,000 custom-made silk lanterns, holiday-themed scenes, decorated displays, entertainers and more. The Smashville Ice Rink is new in 2024, with attendees having the option to purchase tickets to skate beneath the lantern-lit skies. Santa will visit each night Nov. 29-Dec. 24. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Open nightly until Jan. 5, then Thursday-Sunday through Feb. 9. 5-9 p.m. Information
FRIDAY, NOV 15
Rutherford Chamber 101
An opportunity to pitch your business, network with like-minded professionals, gain useful information about the county’s business climate and learn about the benefits of becoming a Chamber member. Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce, 3050 Medical Center Parkway. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Information
MCCEA Nonprofit Networking
Maury County Chamber & Economic Alliance nonprofit networking meeting. Maury Alliance, downstairs conference room, 106 West 6th Street. 9-10 a.m. Information
SATURDAY, NOV. 16
TVHS Veterans Day Parade
Pre-parade entertainment starts at 10 a.m. with live music, veterans outreach and resource tables, local food vendors and more. Parade begins at 11 a.m. Alvin C. York VA Medical Center, Murfreesboro. Information
Gilda’s Club Fall Festival
The event will celebrate the season and demonstrate what Gilda’s Club has to offer the community. Activities will include a musical petting zoo by the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, friendship bracelet-making station, make your own caramel apple station, self-care-making kits, pie-baking contest and more. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The Clubhouse, 1707 Division Street. Free and open to the public. The mission of Gilda’s Club is to uplift and strengthen people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities and breaking down barriers to care. Information
100 Taylor Arts Market
This event will feature shopping from 40-plus local artists, live music, food trucks and more. Admission is free and open to all ages. 4-9 p.m. Additional date: Dec. 21. Information
MONDAY, NOV 18
Gallatin Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Topic: For the Kids! A Nonprofit Panel. Speakers: Linda Boyers, executive director, Gallatin Day Care Center, Amy Burke-Salyers, executive director of Ashley’s Place, Sonya Manfred, executive director of Sumner County CASA, and Bethany Sullivan, executive director of Gallatin Shalom Zone. Moderated by Erin Birch, CEO, United Way Sumner County. First Baptist Church, 290 East Winchester. The reservation deadline is always at noon on the Friday before the luncheon. Reservations are required. Information
Ambassador Informational Session
Interested in becoming more engaged with your community? Curious about new businesses opening in the area? Join this session to learn how to become a Williamson, Inc. Ambassador and play a key role in connecting with local businesses and expanding your network. Williamson, Inc., 4031 Aspen Grove Drive, Suite 30. 4-4:45 p.m. Parking: 4000 Rush Street. Free to attend. Information
Chamber Connect
Network with other chamber members and build business relationships in Maury County at the Chamber Connect event. Each participant should be prepared talk about their business and introduce themselves. Register in advance if you plan to attend - attendance is limited. Location will be given at registration. 4-5 p.m. Information
Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce Business after Hours
These networking events provide a relaxed way for members of the Chamber to connect with an average of 50-100 people and showcase their facilities. New members are introduced and may give a brief commercial about their business. The Village Play Place, 703 S Cumberland St, C-1. 5-6:30 p.m. Free but please RSVP to attend. Information
Intro Nashville: Program Info Session
This multiday, immersive program initiative of the Nashville Chamber provides participants with the tools to help unlock connections to the city. Register to attend this online info session to hear more about the topics, content and value offered through this program. 11:30 a.m.-noon. Additional opportunity: Thursday, Nov. 21, 11:30 a.m. Participants will receive your Zoom login information in your registration confirmation email. Information
WEDNESDAY, NOV 20
Chamber West Speed Networking
An opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas and create lasting business connections. Don’t forget to bring plenty of business cards. Hyatt Place Nashville/ Green Hills, 3818 Bedford Ave. 8-9 a.m. Free for Chamber Member, $35 for future member. Information
Gallatin Young Professionals Let’s Get Lunch
This event takes place at a new spot every month on the third Wednesday. Attendees are responsible for purchasing their lunch. Filly’s Grinders, 102 N. Water Ave. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Information
THURSDAY, NOV. 21
Business before Hours
This informal, social networking event is designed to connect chamber members with business professionals from across Rutherford County. Nelson Mazda of Murfreesboro, 1214 Fortress Blvd. Event presented by Nelson Mazda and MCC Solutions. Admission is $10 for members and $20 for future members. No registration is required.7:30-9 a.m. Information
Industry Roundtables
Industry Roundtables will meet once a month as we are striving 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. Although this event is included in your Chamber membership, registration is required. The Station, 117 W. Main Street. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Information
THURSDAY, NOV. 21
Young Professionals Mixer
Network with other Young Professionals at the final YP mixer of the year. Hosted at McCreary’s Pub & Eatery, 814 S. Main St. YP events take place on the fourth Thursday of each month, and everyone is welcome. 4:30-6 p.m. Information
FRIDAY, NOV. 22
Good Morning Gallatin
Join Gallatin Chamber members for the Legislative + Civic Engagement Series. Registration is required and open to members of the Gallatin Area Chamber of Commerce. A light breakfast will be provided. The Station, 117 W Main St. 7:30-9 a.m. This program is open to current chamber members and future members. Reservations are required. Information
NOV. 29-30
Lotz House 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Franklin
The Lotz House will host a walking battlefield tour in the morning and an illumination ceremony on the front lawn of the home, ground zero of the Battle of Franklin, at 4:30 p.m., the time the battle ensued. In addition, celebrate the birthday of Matilda Lotz, who turned 6 the day before the battle. Thomas Cartwright will lead the walking battlefield tour Saturday, Nov. 30, 10:30 a.m. The Lotz House also will offer a special walking battlefield tour of Spring Hill led by historian Jamie Gillum Nov. 29 at noon at Brown and Denning Lane, south of Spring Hill, to commemorate that historic battle that led to the Battle of Franklin. Reservations for these walking tours are required by calling 615 790-7190. Information