One week countdown to fall

Happy Monday Franklin. Time to get your fall clothes out as we are less than one week away from the official start of fall (Sunday, September 22nd).

Also, Happy National Guacamole Day.

Guacamole has been linked to improving heart, skin, and hair health, as well as contributing to weight loss, cancer prevention, and a stronger immune and digestive system. The history of “guac” dates back to the Aztec Empire in Central America during the 1500s.

Highlights
🐝 In-N-Out Breaks Ground
🐝 The Henry Restaurant Opening
🐝 Water Shortage
 
Let’s get to it.

- Beau Burns

BUZZWORTHY NEWS

In-N-Out Burger Breaks Ground
The West Coast burger chain broke ground last week in Franklin on its $125M Eastern Headquarters. The 100,000-square-foot office building will be located near Berry Farms off I-65.

“This is a historic day for In-N-Out Burger. Breaking ground on this beautiful property is the first step in putting down roots in the state of Tennessee. We were drawn to The Volunteer State because of its commitment to quality, service and family, and cannot wait to begin serving Customers and communities by 2026,” stated Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson, In-N-Out Burger Owner and President, in a release.

Ms. Snyder-Ellingson stated at the private event last week, “I’m so excited and just feel God’s hand on this… this is going to be huge for In-N-Out.”

This marks the company’s first expansion east of Texas. The new office is expected to generate almost 300 jobs and will be completed in 2026. In-N-Out has said they will open locations throughout Nashville by 2026.


Sam Fox opening 12 South Restaurant
Sam Fox, owner of Phoenix-based Fox Restaurant Concepts, is opening the doors to The Henry in the 12 South neighborhood. The highly anticipated restaurant and bar is set to open on September 25th. "Nashville has been going through amazing growth, and because of the response from our guests at The Twelve Thirty Club, Blanco, Doughbird, and Pushing Daisies, we are looking forward to bringing The Henry to the city," said Sam Fox. "The Henry is a go-to restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; we hope our guests love it as much as we do."

Fox Restaurant Concepts was founded by Fox in 1998 and now has over 60 locations and almost 5,000 employees. Fox’s Nashville portfolio includes Pushing Daisies, Doughbird Pizza & Chicken, Blanco + Cantina, and The Twelve Thirty Club. There are five existing locations of The Henry, across Arizona, California, Florida and Texas. Seeing how successful The Henry has been in other markets, I’d expect it to quickly become one of the more popular restaurants in Nashville.


Water Shortage
Due to drought conditions in the region, the Mayor declared an Emergency Status 1 Water Shortage earlier this month for the City of Franklin Water Utility District. The city serves approximately 18,500 customers in the Franklin area. Many residents use other utilities for their water service. 

During this water shortage emergency, the following uses are hereby declared to be nonessential uses as defined in Franklin Municipal Code Section 18-130(4)(a) and prohibited unless reclaimed water is used:

• Washing sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, tennis courts, patios, or other exterior paved areas, except by the City of Franklin for the public safety.

• Filling or refilling swimming pool.

• Non-commercial washing of privately owned motor vehicles trailers and boats.

• Any use of water from a fire hydrant except for fighting fires or use by the City of Franklin.

• Watering of lawns, landscaped areas, or ball fields, except that gardens, trees, shrubs or other plants may be watered to sustain the life of the plant material from 8pm to 6am., using only handheld mechanisms, buckets, or other similar devices.

• Water any portion of a golf course.

• Use of water for dust control or compaction during construction.

These restrictions will be in effect and enforced until further notice.  Emergency Status 1 was declared by Mayor Ken Moore based on trigger points established through the municipal code and the City of Franklin Drought Management Plan.

WEEKLY EVENTS

Monday, September 16th
Oddity Improv
7:30pm at The Factory

Tuesday, September 17th
Toddler Time
9:30am, 10:15am, 11am, Franklin Public Library

Sips & Stories Happy Hour Tour
90 minute tour through The Factory
5:45pm, The Factory

September CCM Writers Round
Stars Go Dim, Chris August, Tim Timmons, Jordan Merritt
6:30pm, Franklin Christian Church

Trivia Tuesday
7pm, The Skylight Bar (The Factory)

Weezer Concert
7pm, Bridgestone Arena

Redbird Common: Josh Baldwin, David Leonard, Ethan Hulse, Mack Brock
Writers-in-the-round music series consisting of exclusively CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) artists and songwriters sharing their songs and stories behind them
7:30pm, Williamson County Performing Arts Center

Wednesday, September 18th
The Factory Farmers Market
4 - 8pm, The Factory at Franklin

Westhaven Farmers Market
4 - 7pm, Magli Green in Westhaven

Open Mic Comedy Night
7:30pm, Whiskey Room Live

Thursday, September 19th
Best Reads Book Club
1 - 3pm, Franklin Public Library

Trivia Night
7 - 9pm, Paddle Dog (Westhaven)

Disney on Ice
7pm, Bridgestone Arena
Also times on 9/20 - 9/22

Mike Farris & The Muscle Shoals Sound
7:30pm, The Franklin Theatre

Dottie’s Speakeasy
8pm, Dottie’s (Southall)

Friday, September 20th
Winemaker Dinner
5-course tasting menu paired with the incredible wines from the Australian Winery Murdoch Hill
6:30 - 9:30pm, Southall

Fall Lantern Hike
7 - 9pm, Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary

The Undercovers Present: The Music of Kenny Rogers, Lionel Richie, and Smokey Robinson
8pm, The Franklin Theatre

Saturday, September 21st
Fast Friday: Franklin’s premier car show
8 - 10am, 308 Mallory Station Road

The Franklin Farmers Market
8am - 12pm, The Factory

Franklin Gun Show
Sat: 9am - 5pm / Sun: 9am - 4pm
Williamson County Expo Center

Nashville Autumn Craft and Vendors Market
Sat: 10am - 8pm / Sun: 12 - 6pm
CoolSprings Galleria

BrightStone Art Show
6 - 8:30pm, 3000 BrightStone Pkwy

Bluebird on the Mountain Concert
7pm, Vanderbilt University Dyer Observatory

Madi Diaz, Judith Owen, The Dead Tongues, Tim Heidecker, Swamp Dogg
7pm, The Franklin Theatre

Sweet Baby James: #1 James Taylor Tribute
7pm, Williamson County Performing Arts Center

Sunday, September 22nd
Sunday Swing in the Courtyard
Live music and an afternoon of dancing, accompanied by Middle Tennessee's premier big band, 5 Points Swing, under the direction of Chuck Hamilton. Each ticket includes a complimentary lesson at 3:30pm with dance instructor Laynee Day, followed by dancing from 4 - 6pm.
Williamson County Performing Arts Center

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Amy Helm, Randall Bramblett, & Todd Snider
7pm, The Franklin Theatre

LIVE MUSIC

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