People’s Law School. Conclusion of the free program that provides an overview of legal issues that a typical person might face. Taught by Legal Aid Society attorneys and volunteer attorneys, the final session tonight at Cohn Learning Center is "Worried You Might Lose Your Home to Foreclosure?" 6-7 p.m., 4805 Park Avenue. Registration, Information: 298-8050.

Real Estate Investors Network

REIN Wholesaling Subgroup – Networking and “net-worthing” subgroup of wholesalers, cash buyers and deal-maker wannabes. 6 p.m., REIN Education Center, 2416 Music Valley Drive, suite 151, Nashville. Additional November opportunities include:

  • Nov. 18: REIN Landlording Subgroup – Learn and network with other landlords, 6 p.m., REIN Education Center, 2416 Music Valley Drive, suite 151, Nashville.
  • Nov. 19: REIN Lunch Network – Enjoy lunch with other investors to share ideas. This is not a class or lecture. Meets first and third Tuesday of each month, 11:15 a.m., Dalt's Classic America Grill, 38 White Bridge Road, Nashville.
  • Nov. 21: REIN Williamson County Lunch Meeting – REIN's Williamson County Lunch Group meets at 11:15 a.m. at Sportman's Lodge, 1640 Westgate Circle, Brentwood.

Information: reintn.org.

FRIDAY, NOV. 15

America Recycles Day

Nashville Downtown Partnership and Sims Recycling Solutions hosts America Recycles Day, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Fifth Third Center. If your company has a large amount of electronics to recycle, contact Albert Hacker (751-5840) for a separate appointment. Information: 743-3091.

Nov. 15-16

Community Recycling Days

Lipscomb Academy Elementary School and Lipscomb University are hosting two household and e-waste collections. Community members are encouraged to bring batteries, fluorescent light bulbs, cell phones, computers and entertainment devices, ink cartridges, empty personal-care containers such as shampoo bottles, cardboard, aluminum cans, plastic bottles, well-worn clothing and linens, and expired or unused medications for proper disposal. Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Lipscomb Academy Elementary School campus, 4517 Granny White Pike. Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Lipscomb Academy football field, Lealand and Caldwell lanes. Information: www.events.lipscomb.edu.

AARP Driver Safety Class

The class is primarily designed for people 50 years of age and older, but is open to drivers of all ages. The class covers age issues such as age-related physical changes, declining perceptual skills and defensive driving techniques. Automobile insurance discounts may be available upon completion of the class. Friday, 3-7 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Cost is $12 for AARP members, and $14 for non-members. Information and registration: 342-1919.

NOV. 15-17

Nashville International Auto Show

More than 350 new vehicles, test drives, exotics, alternative fuel vehicles and more will be featured at the Music City Center. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: at www.Nashville-AutoShow.com.

SATURDAY, NOV. 16

Middle TN Genealogical Society’s 25th Annual All-Day Seminar

Sponsored by the Middle Tennessee Genealogical Society, Tennessee Historical Society and the Brentwood Historic Commission. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Brentwood Public Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood. Guest Speakers:

  • Chuck Sherrill, "Good News about Old News: Civil War Newspaper Research in the Digital Age”
  • Darla Brock, "The Taxman Came, then Changed his Mind"
  • J. Mark Lowe, "Help Me Please?" (Government Claims)
  • Jim Long, "Footsteps of the 14th, or Look Everywhere - Then Look Everywhere Else: A Case Study" (Following a Civil War Regiment).

Information and registration: www.mtgs.org.

SUNDAY, NOV. 17

Third Annual Music With a Mission

Entertainers, accompanied by the Grammy-award winning Nashville Symphony, will fill the program for the 2013 Music With a Mission, 7 p.m. at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, to benefit Nashville Rescue Mission. This year’s lineup includes Amy Grant, Tracy Lawrence, Peter Noone and Melinda Doolittle. Information: www.mwmnashville.com

MONDAY, NOV. 18

GNAR New Member Orientation

For GNAR Applicants Only, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Greater Nashville Association of Realtors, 4540 Trousdale Drive. Information: www.gnar.org, 254-7516.

TUESDAY, NOV. 19

Social Enterprise Shared Interest Group

An opportunity to contribute to the community of local, regional, national and international social entrepreneurs and learn about the movement from local and regional thought leaders. 8:30-9:30 a.m., Emma Email Marketing Bistro, 9 Lea Ave., Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com/calendar.

Business Matchmaking: Increase Sales and Decrease Sales Cycle

Join the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce as it introduces Business Matchmaking, an intuitive cloud-based software that helps pair qualified, growing companies with ready-to-purchase buyers. Powered by technology from Sagents Partners LLC, this new offering helps growing businesses in Middle Tennessee connect with procurement offices in Fortune 1000 companies. 3-5 p.m., Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, 211 Commerce Street, Suite 100, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com/calendar.

Williamson County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting

The new chamber brand and logo will be introduced, as well as new board members. There also will be special recognition of retiring board members and volunteers. Cocktail Reception: 5-6 p.m., meeting: 6-8 p.m. The Factory at Franklin. Information: [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 20

Chamber West Monthly Networking Coffee

An opportunity to learn more about Chamber West’s initiatives and find out how you can get involved in the continued success of this area. 8-9:15 a.m., Hampton Inn & Suites-Green Hills, 2324 Crestmoor Rd., Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com/calendar.

THURSDAY, NOV. 21

NEXT Awards

The NEXT Awards recognize entrepreneurial-minded companies in Middle Tennessee, as well as the entrepreneurs who make a significant impact on our local economy. Winners will be revealed in five industries – health care, technology, digital media and entertainment, sustainability and social enterprise, and products and services. In addition, individual awards for outstanding entrepreneurs will be given in the following categories: youth entrepreneur, entrepreneur of the year, entrepreneurial partner of the year. Music City Center Grand Ballroom, 201 5th Avenue South, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com/calendar.

THURSDAY, NOV. 21

Tennessee Small Business Development Center Counseling

Free and confidential one-on-one counseling for existing and start-up small businesses covering marketing, operations, management or any other business services. Call the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber office (444-5503) to schedule. Appointment times: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.