Wild West Comedy Festival. The third annual Wild West Comedy Festival features some of the funniest comedians in the world and unique special events. Through Sunday at various venues. Information: www.wildwestcomedyfestival.com/
THURSDAY, MAY 19
Street Food Thursday
Local food trucks parked along Deaderick Street between 4th Avenue North and 5th Avenue North. Every other Thursday 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
FRIDAY, MAY 20
Robertson County Chamber Small Business Seminar
This month’s focus: The art of customer service. Learn new ways to work easily with others and create a more pleasant environment. First Presbyterian Church, 200 W. 5th Avenue. 9-10 a.m. Free. Information: www.robertsonchamber.com
MAY 20-21
Musicians Corner
The free music series begins its seventh year with a two-day celebration in its permanent location in Centennial Park. Events will feature multi-genre artist performances on the SunTrust Main Stage and Lightning 100 Acoustic Stage, Mix 92.9 Kidsville activities, several of Nashville’s best food trucks, Dogville activities, local artisans, featured charity partners, and the Musicians Corner Pub. 5-9 p.m. on Fridays and Noon-5 p.m. on Saturdays. Corner of West End Avenue and 27th Avenue. Lineup:
-- May 20: Andrew Ripp, Marc Scibilia, Birdtalker, Ike Ndolo
-- May 21: Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars, Elle Macho (Butterfly Boucher & David Mead), Zeke Duhon, Edward & Jane
-- May 28: Family of the Year, The Black Cadillacs, Cordovas, Spoken Word Artists from Southern Word
-- June 4: The Mowgli’s, AJ & The Jiggawatts, Rashad Tha Poet, Kyshona
-- June 11: Matthew Perryman Jones & Friends, John Fullbright, Mike Hicks, Slings & Arrows
-- June 17: Steve Forbert, Leigh Nash (of Sixpence None The Richer), Angel Snow
-- June 18: Hurray For The Riff Raff, River Whyless, Justin Klump, Marie Miller
-- June 24: Dom Flemons (of Carolina Chocolate Drops), Damien Horne, Tristan McIntosh
-- June 25: The Jayhawks, Griffin House, Hope Country, W.O. Smith Music School Camp BackBeat Bands
Tennessee Renaissance Festival
Travel back to 16th Century England. The Village of Covington Glen comes alive with the bustle of a Renaissance Marketplace. May 14-15, 21-22 and 28-30, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. More than 60 skilled artisans from all over the country display their wares. Specialty foods and drinks, musicians, games of skill and man-powered rides. Castle Gwynn, 2124 New Castle Road, Arrington. Information: www.tnrenfest.com/
SATURDAY, MAY 21
Nashville Wine and Food Festival
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, directly behind the Nashville Farmers Market, Noon-4 p.m., benefitting the Nashville Symphony. Enjoy 150+ top-notch wines from more than 30 of the country’s premier wineries paired with bites from some of Nashville’s top restaurants. There will be food demonstrations from local chefs and wine seminars by winemakers from all over the country. Also, beer garden, cocktail lounge, local vendors and more. General admission: $79. VIP: $129. Information: www.thenashvillewineandfoodfestival.com
Play 60 Day in the Park
Tennessee State Parks, in partnership with the Tennessee Titans, will be hosting the first-ever event at Long Hunter State Park, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The public is invited to learn about different ways people have played games throughout history. Special guests include T-Rac, the Titans’ award-winning mascot, and Ramble the Raccoon, Tennessee State Parks’ own mascot. Several Titans players will also be there to answer questions and play games with participants. Information: (615) 532-0015(615) 532-0015, [email protected]
Lung Force Walk
Help raise awareness and funds to fight lung cancer and promote lung health. Public Square Park, 10 Public Square Park, Nashville. 8:30 a.m. Information: http://action.lung.org
Architecture Tour Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Stroll around the Frist Center, built in 1933-34, and learn more about the landmark building from docents. Free. 919 Broadway. Information: 244-3340
Capitol District Street Fair
A one-day outdoor music and community celebration with food, lawn games, music and local vendors located in Morgan Park in the heart of Germantown, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tour de Nash, Nashville’s largest urban bike ride, will start and finish at the fair. Capitol District is also a benefit for Crossroads Pets, a neighborhood “pet store” where rescued dogs and cats are available for adoption and people receive mentoring, job training and the opportunity to experience the unconditional love of animals. Music, featuring The Future, Jet Black Alley Cat, Jimmy Charles Band, Kaela Kinney and more. Free. Information: www.capitoldistrictstreetfair.com
Day of the Family
Montgomery Bell State Park ranger presentation about reptiles begins at 10 a.m., followed at 11 a.m. by reptile crafts for children. Family hiking will also be available. Information: www.dicksoncountychamber.com
MONDAY, MAY 23
Goodlettsville Chamber Leads Exchange
Devoted to helping members meet other business people who are interested in growing businesses and networking. Chamber office, 100 North Main Street, Suite D. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Information: 859-7979
Williamson Chamber Prospective Member Open House
An evening of networking, light hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Get a glimpse into how Chamber membership can benefit your business. 5005 Meridian Blvd., Suite 150, Franklin. 4-6 p.m. Free, attendees must bring prospective member. Information: www.williamsonchamber.com
TUESDAY, MAY 24
Williamson Chamber Women in Business Luncheon
Brentwood United Methodist Church 309 Franklin Road, Brentwood. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Fee: $25 Chamber members, $45 Guests. Information: www.Williamsonchamber.com
WEDNESDAY, MAY 25
Wilson County Meet the Mayor
Wilson County Mayor Randall Hutto is available for open discussion with members of the community every last Wednesday of the month at the Chamber of Commerce office. 1:30-3 p.m., Chamber of Commerce, 149 Public Square. Information. www.lebanonwilsonchamber.com
SALON@615
Louise Erdrich, author of “LaRose” Salon@615 is designed to nurture and celebrate the literary life of Nashville by presenting bestselling authors for talks and book signings. 6:15 p.m., Nashville Public Library, 615 Church Street. Information: Salon@615. Additional opportunity:
-- Tuesday, May 31: Richard Russo, at 6:15 p.m. Book: “Everybody’s Fool”
THURSDAY, MAY 26
Nashville Chamber Business Studio Workshop: Scaling Your Business
In the final workshop of our Business Growth Series, the focus will be on how to scale your company’s growth. In this workshop, attendees will learn how to maintain their growth and use that momentum to take your company to the next level. Refinery Nashville, 438 Houston Street, Suite 263. 3-5 p.m. Complimentary for Chamber members. Future members $30. Registrations and Information: www.nashvillechamber.com
Goodlettsville Chamber Luncheon
Monthly membership luncheon, begins with networking and spotlights on business. GoodNaz Church, 400 Loretta Drive, Goodlettsville 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Fee: $15 members; $17 non-members. Information: www.goodlettsvillechamber.com
Robertson County Lunch & Learn: TN Infrastructure Alliance and Legislative Update
Tennessee Infrastructure Alliance is Tennessee’s advocate for adequate infrastructure. By educating public officials, TIA seeks to create support and awareness of infrastructure, as well as the necessary funding for systems that promote commerce and safety throughout the stare of Tennessee. Stokes Brown Public Library, 405 White Street, Springfield. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $10 members, $12 general admission. Register by May 23. Information: robertsonchamber.com
MAY 27-28
Middle Tennessee Fiber Festival
The 9th annual Middle Tennessee Fiber Festival is May 27 & 28 at the Dickson County Fairgrounds. Friday, noon-6 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 pm. This event will have more than 50 fiber-related vendors and more than 40 classes. No charge for admission or parking. Information: www.tnfiberfestival.com