Nikki’s Picks

NINEVEH HERITAGE COMMITTEE CHILI COOK-OFF, 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 9, Nineveh Fire Station, 844 E. 775 S. Nineveh. $5 dinner includes a bowl of house chili, beverage, bread, a tasting cup to try all entered chilis and a ticket to vote for community favorite. Desserts available for $1 each.

There will also be a silent auction and activities for the kids. Information and entry form: 812-552-8199 or [email protected]

7TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE TWO DAY EVENT, Nov. 8 and Nov. 9. Forty-plus downtown retailers, restaurants, and businesses will be having sales and giveaways downtown.

Visit at least 10 participating businesses with your punch card (No purchase necessary; just pick it up at your first stop in any participating business marked by a balloon) and you’ll be entered to win one of the fabulous prize packages!