Real Estate Investors Network. Wholesaling Subgroup. Network with wholesalers and buyers of single-family and multi-family real estate. Today, 6 p.m. at the REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Ste 200, Nashville. Information: www.reintn.org. Upcoming events:

  • Nov. 17: Landlording Subgroup. Join other REIN members to share ideas and discuss the many areas of landlording and renting property. Tips and tricks, contracts and policies to run your business better. 6:30 p.m. at the REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Ste 200, Nashville.
  • Nov. 18: REIN Lunch Network. Join active and experienced real estate investors 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month. Meet in a small group and enjoy lunch together with like-minded investors to share deals, present deals in need of investors and discuss trends and hot real estate topics. 11:15 AM at Dalt’s Grill, 38 White Bridge Rd, Nashville.
  • Nov. 18: Fundamentals of RE Insurance. There’s liability in everything RE Investors do. Kevin Hale tells us why insurance is absolutely vital. 6 p.m., REIN Center, 4525 Harding Rd, Ste 200, Nashville.

THURSDAY, NOV. 13

People’s Law School

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is hosting a free program that provides an overview of common civil legal issues that a person might face. Taught by Legal Aid Society attorneys and volunteer attorneys. 6 to 7 p.m., Cohn Learning Center, 4805 Park Avenue. Registration: 298-8050, http://www.nashville.gov/Nashville-Community-Education.aspx. This week: The New Healthcare Law: Know the Latest Facts. This class will cover what you need to know about the Affordable Care Act. You will learn how the new law may help you afford health insurance, how to sign up for the insurance market place, how the law affects Medicare and how to sign up for TennCare.

Nashville Chamber North Quarterly Meeting

Chamber North is hosting a series of quarterly meetings specifically for North Nashville businesses to discuss growth and activities, including public safety and traffic/transportation. Chamber North serves Chamber members in the 37207, 37208, 37189, 37218 and 37228 zip codes, including MetroCenter, Jefferson Street/Germantown, Trinity Lane, Dickerson Road, Whites Creek, Briley Parkway and Bordeaux. 8:30-9:30 a.m., Millennium Maxwell House Hotel, 2025 Rosa L Parks Boulevard, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 743-3063.

FRIDAY, NOV. 14

America Recycles Day Event

Sims Recycling Solutions and Nashville Downtown Partnership are hosting a collection event for old electronics. Items accepted include laptops, printers, speakers, keyboards, mice, PDAs, radios, stereos & MP3 players, DVD/CD players, VCRs, cell phones, CPUs, servers and hard drives. Items not accepted: TVs, monitors, household appliances, microwaves, toner/ink cartridges, cans and bottles. Information: 743-3091.

NOV. 15-16

Battle of Franklin Re-Enactment

More than 700 re-enactors from across the country will gather to commemorate the Battle of Franklin at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park near Carnton Plantation. The battle, which was fought on Nov. 30, 1864, was one of the most terrible conflicts of the Civil War and resulted in approximately 10,000 casualties in five hours. Spectators at the re-enactment will be able to watch two separate battle scenarios unfold. Re-enactors will be encamped on site and spectators will be able shop at nearby sutler locations. There will also be food and beverages for sale. The re-enactments will begin at 2 p.m. each day. The event will involve strictly infantry and artillery, and there will be heavy and concentrated fire. Attendees should be aware that a substantial artillery barrage will be part of both days’ event. Tickets must be purchased through Oct. 31 or until they sell out. Separate tickets must be purchased for each day, and space is limited. Information: www.battleoffranklintrust.org.

MONDAY, NOV. 17

People’s Law School

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is hosting a free program that provides an overview of common civil legal issues that a person might face. Taught by Legal Aid Society attorneys and volunteer attorneys. 6 to 7 p.m., Wright Middle School, 180 McCall Street. Registration: 298-8050, http://www.nashville.gov/Nashville-Community-Education.aspx. This session: U.S. Immigration: Understanding How it Works. This class is for people who want to learn about the terms and concepts of U.S. immigration law. The course will cover standard ways to immigrate to U.S., complexities of immigration laws, developments in the area and how to avoid potential scams.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19

22nd annual Fall Stand Down

Operation Stand Down Tennessee will hold its annual event providing coordinated, comprehensive services to Tennessee’s homeless veterans. The event will take place at Greater Bethel AME Church, 1300 South Street, Nashville, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The goal of the event is to bridge many of the physical and psychological barriers between service providers and recipients. Primary emphasis is placed on the creation of a community in which homeless Veterans are treated with respect and given the opportunity to relax, interact, and form ties with peers and volunteers while receiving much needed specific services. Information: 248-1981, www.osdtn.org.

Chamber West Monthly Networking Coffee

Network with Chamber members in your area over breakfast and coffee. 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, 743-3063.

THURSDAY, NOV. 20

NEXT Awards

Sponsored by the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, the NEXT Awards recognize entrepreneurial-minded companies in Middle Tennessee, as well as the entrepreneurs who make a significant impact on our local economy. The awards were designed to celebrate and honor these people and organizations. All stages of businesses, from emerging startups to growth companies to well-established market movers, will be celebrated. Winners will be revealed in five industries that are vital to the Nashville-area economy.

  • Digital Media & Entertainment
  • Health Care
  • Products & Services
  • Social Enterprise & Sustainability
  • Technology

In addition, individual awards for outstanding entrepreneurs will be given in the following categories:

  • Entrepreneurial Partner of the Year
  • Young Entrepreneur of the Year
  • Innovator of the Year
  • Entrepreneur of the Year
  • Legacy Entrepreneur of the Year

The evening starts at 5 p.m. with registration and the pre-event reception. Awards presentation begins at 6:30, followed by an after party until 9:30 p.m. Information: www.nashvillechamber.com/docs/default-source/pdfs/2014-next-finalists.pdf?sfvrsn=2the

People’s Law School

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is hosting a free program that provides an overview of common civil legal issues that a person might face. Taught by Legal Aid Society attorneys and volunteer attorneys. 6 to 7 p.m., Cohn Learning Center, 4805 Park Avenue. Registration: 298-8050, http://www.nashville.gov/Nashville-Community-Education.aspx. This session: U.S. Immigration: Understanding How it Works. This class is for people who want to learn about the terms and concepts of U.S. immigration law. The course will cover standard ways to immigrate to U.S., complexities of immigration laws, developments in the area and how to avoid potential scams.