Past Events – Wilson Rides

Sips & Sounds

Thursday, November 20th, 2025

Farm Bureau Expo Center, South Hall
945 E. Baddour Parkway
Lebanon, TN 37087

The 4th Annual Sips & Sounds Event co-hosted by Wilson Rides Inc is a fun, relaxing, evening filled with singer/songwriters in the round, silent auction, live music, heavy Hors D’oeuvres, and lots of great sips of different kinds! All proceeds will benefit Wilson Rides Inc, a local 501c3 non-profit that provides rides to seniors 55+ who no longer drive or seldom drive in Wilson County, TN.

What to Expect

6:00 p.m. – Doors Open

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and dinner will be ready when you arrive. Please plan to check in, grab your food, and find your seat right away. Food is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and once it’s gone, it’s gone — so don’t wait!
If you’re arriving a bit later, we apologize in advance; while food may be limited, we will still have plenty of beverages available throughout the evening.
Visit the Silent Auction, Wine & Whiskey Pull and enjoy the pre-show atmosphere.

6:25 pm – Welcome
6:40 pm – Interviews with Carrie Sharp
7:15 pm – Artists Take the Stage
8:30 pm – Mission Moment Giving
9:00 pm – Event Concludes

Attendees Must be 21+ and present a valid ID.

VIP Experience at Sips & Sounds

Indulge in an elevated VIP Experience at this year’s Sips & Sounds.
Treat yourself to a curated culinary journey featuring exceptional dishes thoughtfully paired with fine spirits for an unforgettable night of flavor and artistry. VIP guests will enjoy exclusive enhancements, including a beautifully arranged charcuterie board and select bottles of wine placed at each VIP table—perfect complements to the already outstanding menu shared by all attendees. This is the ultimate way to savor the evening in style.

About the Event

This year’s Sips & Sounds features an all-star lineup of singer-songwriters whose work has been nominated for GRAMMYs, featured on GRAMMY Award-winning albums, and taken #1 spots on the Billboard Country charts:

✨ Teri Jo Box
✨ Dave Pahanish
✨ James Slater

Step into an evening where music, friendship, and Middle Tennessee charm come together. These musical poets will take you on a journey of storytelling and song, all while you enjoy a laid-back, end-of-year celebration filled with good food and an array of “sips” to savor.

Our incredible lineup of artists will fill the stage with soulful melodies and high-energy performances, delivering something for every taste—whether you love country, jazz, rock, pop, or Christian music.

Invite your friends, and get ready for a night of unforgettable music, refreshing sips, and memories you’ll treasure long after the final encore.

VIP Experience & Ticket – $150.00
General Admission Ticket – $100.00

6:00pm – Doors/Food Stations Open
7:00pm – Event Begins

The event will be held from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at Farm Bureau Expo Center located at 945 E. Baddour Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37087

Attendees must be 21+ and present a valid ID.

Give65: 65 Hours of Giving

July 21-24th, 2025

Wilson Rides is celebrating five years of Give65, our largest fundraiser of the year! For 65 hours only, your gift is matched dollar-for-dollar until we reach our $13,500 match pool—fueling twice the rides, twice the connection, and twice the joy.

As a young non-profit established in April 2020 and having started providing rides in May 2021, we are proud to currently serve over 165 older adults in Wilson County and continue to grow. We are raising funds to ensure the sustainability and continued operations of this much-needed transportation service in Wilson County, TN.

The Power of Your Donation

$6 – Provides one round-trip ride for an older adult to a vital destination like a doctor’s appointment or grocery store.
$20 – Covers the cost of a background and driving record check for one volunteer driver to help ensure safety.
$25 – Sponsors a new rider’s annual membership, including a personal home visit to get them started.
$65 – Helps provide up to ten round-trip rides, keeping older adults connected to health care, community, and independence.
$100 or more – Supports ride scholarships for those who cannot afford to pay and ensures veterans continue receiving free rides.

Every dollar makes a difference—and is matched dollar for dollar until we reach our $13,500 match pool!