Porter Flea Holiday Market. This event is a two-day indoor marketplace at the Nashville Fairgrounds. The focus is on celebrating modern handmade goods. It is a juried and curated, bi-annual market. Friday: 6-9 p.m. ticketed preview market. Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 320 Wedgewood Ave, Nashville. Information
FRIDAY, DEC. 12
Timeless Tales: The Night Before Christmas
A festive morning of stories and Santa at the LeHew Magid Big House in Franklin. There will be reading The Night Before Christmas, Christmas carols featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus and a special Photo Op with the iconic couple. Every registered child will take home a jingle bell from Santa’s reindeer. 9 a.m. 112 Bridge Street, Franklin. Information
Small Business Education Series
Many new small-business owners launch with great ideas but lack the foundational knowledge needed to operate a successful business. This educational series aims to bridge that gap by offering practical, actionable guidance on the core components of running a healthy, sustainable business. Each month’s event will feature a local expert speaking on their area of expertise. Sessions will be focused, relevant and designed to provide clear takeaways for early-stage business owners. 8-9 a.m., Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce, 149 Public Square, Lebanon. Information
Lebanon’s Christmas on the Square
A festive community celebration in the heart of Downtown Lebanon. Enjoy a day filled with local vendors, food trucks, children’s activities, a tree decorating contest, an outdoor dance floor and more. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Information
DEC. 13-14
40th annual Dickens of a Christmas
This event recreates the time of Charles Dickens using historic downtown Franklin’s charming architecture as the backdrop. A variety of musicians, dancers and Dickens characters will fill the streets. Expect to see and interact with the nefarious Fagin from Oliver Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the rest of the Cratchit family from A Christmas Carol; and of course, a Victorian Father and Mother Christmas with treats for children. The festival is produced by the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County. Live music, whiskey lounge, beer garden and food and beverage vendors. Saturday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Information
SATURDAY, DEC. 13
Gallatin Christmas Parade
“Christmas is …” is the theme of this year’s parade, which starts at Steam Plant Road, goes down Hartsville Pike, continues onto Main Street, then Broadway before concluding at Gallatin High School. Noon. Information
White Bluff Christmas Parade
The day begins with Breakfast with Santa (8-11 a.m.) at the community center, Jennie’s Mercantile (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) at Bibb Civic Center and the parade at 4:30 p.m., followed by caroling down Main Street to the community center, where hot cocoa and cookies will be served and the Christmas tree lit. Information
SUNDAY, DEC. 14
Springfield Historic District Christmas Tour of Homes
Step inside Springfield Historic District and experience the magic of the holidays with the annual tour. Enjoy a festive afternoon exploring architecture and holiday charm. 1-5 p.m. Information
TUESDAY, DEC. 16
Wilson Young Professionals Holiday Mixer
The organization’s first-ever holiday mixer is set for East Nashville Beer Works, 1688 Callis Road, Lebanon. This festive, low-pressure evening is designed to bring the YP community together in a fresh and fun way. The first 40 attendees (ages 40 and under) will receive a free drink ticket. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Information
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 17
Nashville Chamber East Speed Networking
An opportunity to connect with fellow professionals and grow your network. Light refreshments will be provided as participants make connections in an open and welcoming environment. Don’t forget to bring your business cards. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Livano Trinity, 200 Hillside Cottage Ln #126, Nashville. Information
Hendersonville Chamber Leads Exchange Potluck
Leads Exchange meetings help you develop the kinds of relationships with other Chamber members that will generate sales leads, educate potential customers and expand your network of contacts. Free to Chamber members, $10 for nonmembers. Bring a side dish to share. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 197 Imperial Blvd, Hendersonville. Information
THURSDAY, DEC. 18
Black Business Coalition Holiday Party
An evening of connection, music and holiday cheer. Guests will enjoy a catered dinner by Kei’z Kitchen, festive cocktails and décor. Music will be provided by DJ Derrick Solomon, with a special appearance from Mr. and Mrs. Claus, Derrick and Marquita Solomon. 6-8 p.m., Williamson, Inc., 4031 Aspen Grove Drive, Suite 630, Franklin. Register
Business Before Hours
An informal social networking event designed to connect attendees with business professionals from across Rutherford County. 7:30-9 a.m., FirstBank - Memorial Blvd., 615 Memorial Boulevard, Murfreesboro. Information
Sumner Men in Business
Trajectory of the U.S. economy and our financial markets with guest speaker Nick Drury, wealth adviser at Baynes Investment Counsel. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 133 Walton Ferry Road, Hendersonville. Information