🌱 Holiday Pop-Up Bar Opens In Franklin + Williamson Weekend Events

Hey, everybody! It's Saturday in Franklin and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and chilly. High: 43 Low: 22.

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Here are the top three stories today in Franklin:

1. The Harpeth Hotel in Franklin is serving up something extra special this holiday season. McGavock Coffee Bar and Cafe will be home to a pop-up Christmas-themed bar! The only pop-up bar in Franklin called "World's Best Cup Of Coffee," will be serving specialty coffees and cocktails with a holiday twist. Visitors can also pose for photos with Buddy the Elf while they take in the beautiful Christmas decor. (williamsonherald.com)
2. Franklin wants your thoughts on life in the city. Nearly 3,000 survey postcards have been sent out to Franklin locals, and there will soon be an online survey as well where residents can offer input. This survey occurs every three years to serve as a check-in with Franklin residents. The results of the surveys will be used to allocate city resources going forward into 2023 and beyond. (Subscription: The Tennessean)
3. Christmas plays? Holiday ballet? A seasonal parade? Williamson County has all that and more — including a fun new musical in Franklin. The list at the link gives you five great things to keep you busy this weekend. (Williamson Source)

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Today in Franklin:

• Christmas Food Boxes For Adult-Only Households at GraceWorks Ministries Inc (All Day)
• Goldfish Franklin Family Swim at Goldfish Swim School (1:00 PM)
• Christmas With The King: A Holiday Tribute To Elvis at The Franklin Theatre (3:00 PM)
• Amy Grant at Ryman Auditorium (3:00 PM)
• Nashville Community Choir Concert at Cools Springs Galleria (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The City of Franklin wants your festive photos! If you took pictures of the Franklin Christmas Tree on the Square lighting, you can share them with the community and celebrate a second time. (City of Franklin, TN - Municipal Government)
• The holidays are here, but Franklin Tomorrow is gearing up for January! Check out the events they already have planned for 2023. (Franklin Tomorrow)
• There's still time to donate to Restore Haiti! The Season of Giving donations will provide a food package and clean water to over 1,000 Restore Haiti students and their families. (Restore Haiti)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll see you soon!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.