There’s always something going on in Historic Franklin’s downtown core! Whether you are a film enthusiast or into cultivating your own craftiness, there are plenty of opportunities to get out of the house and enjoy the arts the next few days:

  • Wednesday, Sept. 5, it’s “Girls’ Night Out” at the Franklin Theatre – rally the crew and enjoy a movie night in downtown Franklin. Magic Mike is a comedy based on actor Channing Tatum’s own life as a hopeful entrepreneur and ladies’ man who shines at night.

Themed drinks will be served. The show starts at 7 p.m., and movies are always just $5 at the Franklin Theatre. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit franklintheatre.com.

  • Several months ago, a group of small business owners saw the extraordinary amount of local talent flowing from Williamson County and wanted a place to showcase it. This Friday, Sept. 7, those visionaries are celebrating the Franklin Art Scene’s one-year anniversary—an art crawl that gathers 1,000 patrons at 30-plus participating locations in Franklin’s downtown core the first Friday of each month.

This free monthly event is a unique experience for both the art novice and the connoisseur. Trolleys circulate among all the stops, and $5 buys an unlimited wristband to jump on and off at will from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

To download maps and smartphone applications, visit www.franklinartscene.com. For highlights of the night, go to www.downtownfranklintn.com/FranklinArtScene.

  • On Tuesday, Sept. 11, Honey’s Vintage Sweets on South Margin Street is hosting their first “Craft & Candy” night for a fun-filled evening of retro crafts, yummy treats and sweet company. The twice-a-month community event will help guests create handmade art by incorporating a themed craft with specialty candy.

Attendees will learn how to make their own yarn-wrapped wreaths during Tuesday’s session, just in time for fall! Cost is $25 and includes supplies, snacks and instructions. To reserve a space, email sara@honeysvintagesweets.com. To learn more about Honey’s, visit www.facebook.com/HoneysVintageSweets.