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January 2025

Friday January 24

10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Smithville - Blood Drive
520 W Main St, Smithville, TN 37166, USA

A mobile blood drive will be held in Smithville from 10:00am – 2:00pm.
All donors will receive a Save Lives long sleeve shirt for National Blood Donor Month while supplies last!
If you plan on donating, remember to:

  • Eat a good meal
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Avoid energy drinks
  • Bring your ID

One donation could save three lives!

10:30 am – 11:00 am
Cookeville - Train Tales - Hosted By The Cookeville Depot Museum
Cookeville Depot Museum, 116 W Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Train Tales hosted by The Cookeville Depot Museum will be presented every Friday from 10:30 am – 11am. Parents and preschool children can enjoy this free activity and story every Friday. Afterwards, be sure to explore the cabooses and train cars! Admission is free -for more information call 931-520-5455.

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Cookeville - Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands - Free Legal Services

Are you in need of legal representation? The Legal Aid Society is a nonprofit law firm providing free legal services to low-income individuals in the Upper Cumberland. They do not handle any criminal cases, just civil cases. If you are in need of these services, call 931-528-7436.

2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Cookeville - Open Maker Lab - Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
580 S Jefferson Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Open Maker Lab is hosted by The Imagine Foundry every Friday from 2:00pm-7:00pm. Join the open maker lab experience! Let your creativity lead you in their makerspace – experience stations such as woodworking, building, crafting, sewing, and more! Imagine, design, and create with tools, materials, and professionals in the maker labs. $5 per maker per day. Stop in and see what inspires you to create!

7:30 pm
Cookeville - Comedy For a Cause: Featuring Karen Mills
Cookeville Performing Arts Center, 10 E Broad St #3285, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Join Karen Mills for a night full of laughs as she takes over the Cookeville Preforming Arts Center!
Karen’s show will be benefiting the El Puente, Cookeville’s Hispanic Community Center.
El Puente works to make sure every Hispanic family in Cookeville is connected to the resources and relationships that they need to thrive.
Come out and have have a good laugh while supporting your community!

Aug
20
Sat
Cookeville – College Town Weekend
Aug 20 @ 10:30 pm – Aug 21 @ 2:30 am

With summer coming to a close and school starting back up that means College Town Weekends are back in full swing!

Join us August 20 for some fun at the Depot for Depot trivia, refreshments and lots of outdoor activities including cornhole and jumbo checkers from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.!

For more information, call 528-8570.

Aug
21
Sun
Access The Tennessee Electronic Library For Free!
Aug 21 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Enhance your research and learning experience with TEL, The Tennessee Electronic Library! Use this convenient comprehensive resource for homework help, test prep, career tools, genealogical resources, general interest information, & more! Visit http://artcirclelibrary.info to access TEL free of charge – anytime, anywhere!

Allons – Hummel Chapel Church Service – Presented by Hummel Chapel Church
Aug 21 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Hummel Chapel Church services are held every Sunday at 10am. Preacher Joe Lee invites everyone to come worship alongside his non-demonational church. For more information, call 931-261-5606.

Aug
22
Mon
Cookeville – CASA Volunteer Recruiting
Aug 22 @ 2:00 am – 5:00 pm

HELP an abused or neglected child in your county navigate through the court system, working with DCS and the Child/Family team to make sure all the child’s needs are being met and reporting to the court the progress made so that the child can thrive in a safe, loving and permanent home.

CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates, is having volunteer training in August. You can give back to your community and help the children!

For more information, call 931-520-9540.

Cookeville – CPAC Featured Artist
Aug 22 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

August’s featured artist at the Cookeville Performing Arts Center is David Stone. Dave Stone was born in Washington State in the summer of 1983. Having been homeschooled through high school, he was able to draw his younger sister Sarah…. A lot.

When he was 11 he entered a drawing of his sister into the county fair and won first place. He hasn’t put the pencils and paint brushes down since. Although Dave is now a starving artist, his dreams and passions are still very much alive today.

Viewers may enjoy the art Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., at 10 E. Broad St in the CPAC lobby.

Cookeville – Volunteer Recruiting – Presented By the Upper Cumberland Habitat For Humanity
Aug 22 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Upper Cumberland Habitat relies on Volunteers to keep their ministry strong, and not just on the job site. They use volunteers in their basic daily operations, from ReStore volunteers to office volunteers and all the work in between. Volunteers ages 16 and up are utilized in many capacities, 18 and over in all capacities. If you and your family want to donate your time, you can email: tisha@uchabitat.org.

Crossville – Shared Technology And Computers Workspace
Aug 22 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Join others with shared interests, especially in computers or technology, and gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, equipment, and knowledge! Classes and memberships are available. Please contact Holly Hanson at 931-456-4910 or hansonha@roanestate.edu for more information.

Crossville – Start Or Grow Your Business
Aug 22 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Start or grow your business with the Cumberland Business Incubator by Roane State Community College!

Call or email today for a FREE confidential business coaching appointment.

Please contact Holly Hanson at 931-456-4910 or cbi@roanestate.edu for more information.

Crossville – Beginner Tai Chi Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Aug 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Learn Tai Chi for arthritis relief and overall health at The Art Circle Public Library with beginner classes starting at 10am (registration is limited) and intermediate classes starting at 11am. Call 931-484-6790 ext. 241 for details.

Crossville – Beginner Tai Chi Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Aug 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Learn Tai Chi for arthritis relief and overall health at The Art Circle Public Library with beginner classes starting at 10am (registration is limited) and intermediate classes starting at 11am. Call 931-484-6790 ext. 241 for details.

Cookeville – Arts & Crafts Corner
Aug 22 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Join us as we learn and practice some easy buttercream piping techniques! Ages 12 – Adult.

For more information, call (931) 526-2416.

Crossville – Intermediate Tai Chi Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Aug 22 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Learn Tai Chi for arthritis relief and overall health at The Art Circle Public Library with beginner classes starting at 10am (registration is limited) and intermediate classes starting at 11am. Call 931-484-6790 ext. 241 for details.

Cookeville – Kids Art Class Presented By The Cookeville Art Studio
Aug 22 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

It’s never too early for art! Kids grades 1-8 are invited to the Young At Art Class Presented By The Cookeville Art Studio Every Monday 4:00-6:00pm. Each class is $15. Please call 931-526-2424 or come by Cookeville Art, 186A S. Walnut to pre-register.

Livingston – Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings – Hosted By The Overton County Chamber of Commerce
Aug 22 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings hosted by the Overton County Chamber of Commerce meet every Monday evening at 7:00pm. These meetings are FREE and open to whomever needs help.

Cookeville – Big Band Orchestra
Aug 22 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Big Band Sound will present a free concert August 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Dogwood Park. Attendees may want to dance during this lively orchestra concert. Bathrooms and concessions are available.

For more information, call 528-1313.

Aug
23
Tue
Cookeville – Free Coffee For Veterans – Sponsored By American Legion Post 46
Aug 23 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am

Veterans, have a great cup of coffee for free at Big O’s Donuts every Tuesday morning and enjoy great conversations with your fellow Veterans. All are welcome. Sponsored by American Legion Post 46 and VFW Post 6296 Cookeville, TN.

DeKalb County- Commodities Distribution – Presented By UCHRA
Aug 23 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

There will be a Commodities Distribution presented by UCHRA at the DeKalb County UCHRA office. Sign up will be available at the site.

The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency does not discriminate in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities.

Call 931-476-4116 for more information.

Upper Cumberland – Caregiving and Housing Assistance Offered
Aug 23 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

If you are a caregiver for a relative or child in need, or need housing assistance, UCDD is here for you!  A support group meeting will be held for caregivers during this month. Please contact Melissa Allison at 931-476-4127 if you are interested in attending this meeting or finding more information about the support offered in your community.

Cookeville – Watercolor Class – Presented By Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery
Aug 23 @ 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Anyone can paint! Reach out to Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery (931-526-2424) to obtain pricing and register for their exciting “Dip Your Brush Into Watercolor” class that meets each Tuesday at 10:30a.

Upper Cumberland – Donations Needed – Genesis House Domestic Violence Shelter
Aug 23 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Genesis House Domestic Violence Shelter serves the counties of Putnam, Clay, White, Macon, Jackson, DeKalb, Smith, Pickett and Overton. They are in need of donations of diapers and personal hygiene items to help with all Upper Cumberland Shelters. To donate, please call 931-526-5197 to arrange donation drop off. Monetary donations can be mailed to PO Box 1180 Cookeville, TN 38503.

Crossville – Stephen’s Center Support Group
Aug 23 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Stephen’s Center is hosting a seminar on “Managing& Communicating Feelings”.

Sessions are held at The ExchangeClub/Stephens Center office in the Crossville Commons Complex.

Thereis no charge for the classes. Everyone is welcome! 

For more information, call (931) 484-8923 or 1-800-635-5199.

Overton County – Stephen’s Center Seminars
Aug 23 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Stephen’s Center is holding a series of parenting seminars designed to support parents.

Sessions are held at The StephensCenter, located at 616 N. Church Street, Livingston. There is no charge for PCC sessions.  

August 3………………….….”Orientation,Assessing Nurturing Skills”

August 10……………………..………………………”WhyParents Spank”

August 17……….………….………….”DoingThis For Your Own Good”

August 24..………………”Alternativesto Spanking, Hitting, & Yelling”

August 31 ………..………………………..…”MyWay or The Highway”

September 7…..…………..………………………..”CopingWith Stress”

September 14….………………………………….………..”Self-Esteem”

September 21…..…….……………….……..”SupportingYour Partner”

September 28.………….…….…………………………Make-UpSession

Certificates will be awardedto parentsattending eight sessions within this series. Everyone is welcome! For more information, call: 931-823-6432.

Cookeville – Stephen’s Center Parent Support Group
Aug 23 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Sessions are to be held at Exchange Club/Stephens Center office located at 1680 S.Jefferson Ave, Ste C, Cookeville. 

August 2…………………………“Orientation,Assessing Nurturing Skills”

August 9…..……………………..……“Children’sBrain Development”

August 16…………………………………………….……“FamilyRules”

August 23………………………………………………………“PersonalPower”

August 30…………………………………………………………….“Self-Worth”

September 6………………..…………………“FamilyMorals & Values”

September 13…..”Using Rewards &Punishment to Guide Behavior”

September 20……..……………………………………….…..“Empathy”

September 27….………….………..…………………Make-UpSession

There is no charge for PCCsessions. Certificateswill be awarded to parents attendingeight sessions within this series. 

Everyone welcome! For more information, call 931-823-6432. 

Livingston – Overton County Patriots Meeting
Aug 23 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

The Overton County Patriots will meet Tuesday evening, August 23rd, at 6:00 P.M. in the Millard Oakley Public Library in Livingston.

They will be discussing current events including the recent election, the upcoming election in November, future speakers and items of interest to citizens of Overton and surrounding counties.

Come see what the Overton County Patriots are all about. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, please email overtoncountypats@twlakes.net

Aug
24
Wed
Crossville – Free Access To Heritage Hub – Art Circle Public Library
Aug 24 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Explore your family history with the premier collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 – today. Heritage Hub helps you easily identify relatives, uncover potentially unknown family members. The archive includes deep coverage from all 50 states, hard-to-find content from the mid 1900’s, and original obituary images. Access is available 24/7 through www.artcirclelibrary.info .

Crossville – Invest in the Art Circle Public Library Foundation – Art Circle Public Library
Aug 24 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

The Art Circle Public Library Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to provide financial support for the Art Circle Public Library. All donations to the Foundation are tax exempt to the extent of the law. Send donations or inquiries to the ACPL Foundation at 3 East Street, Crossville TN, 38555.

Enroll A Child In The Imagination Library
Aug 24 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Every child should have access to books! Tennessee’s statewide Imagination Library is FREE and open to all eligible-age children in Tennessee at no cost to families and regardless of income. The books in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library are selected by a blue ribbon committee of childhood education experts. If you would like to enroll your child, you may fill out a registration form at the Art Circle Public Library.

Enroll A Child In The Imagination Library
Aug 24 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Every child should have access to books! Tennessee’s statewide Imagination Library is FREE and open to all eligible-age children in Tennessee at no cost to families and regardless of income. The books in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library are selected by a blue ribbon committee of childhood education experts. If you would like to enroll your child, you may fill out a registration form at the Art Circle Public Library.

Cookeville – CPAC Featured Artist
Aug 24 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

August’s featured artist at the Cookeville Performing Arts Center is David Stone. Dave Stone was born in Washington State in the summer of 1983. Having been homeschooled through high school, he was able to draw his younger sister Sarah…. A lot.

When he was 11 he entered a drawing of his sister into the county fair and won first place. He hasn’t put the pencils and paint brushes down since. Although Dave is now a starving artist, his dreams and passions are still very much alive today.

Viewers may enjoy the art Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., at 10 E. Broad St in the CPAC lobby.

UCAAAD Offers SNAP Assistance
Aug 24 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Disability (UCAAAD) is now offering application assistance with SNAP, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, for adults 60 and over or individuals with a disability to provide eligible individuals with monthly benefits to buy food. Applicants 60 and over or an individual with a disability can now call the UCAAAD SNAP Benefits Coordinator at (931) 432-4111 for free and confidential application assistance.

UCAAAD Offers SNAP Assistance
Aug 24 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Disability (UCAAAD) is now offering application assistance with SNAP, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, for adults 60 and over or individuals with a disability to provide eligible individuals with monthly benefits to buy food. Applicants 60 and over or an individual with a disability can now call the UCAAAD SNAP Benefits Coordinator at (931) 432-4111 for free and confidential application assistance.

Crossville – “Ewe Can Knit” – Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Aug 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come knit alongside friends! “Ewe Can Knit” classes are presented By The Art Circle Public Library Each Wednesday from 10:00am-12pm. Bring your work in progress or new project! For more information, call 931-558-8684.

Crossville – Stamp Collecting Meeting
Aug 24 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Stamp collecting is a hobby everyone can enjoy together!

A meeting of enthusiastic collectors will be held from 10am-12pm on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at the Art Circle Public Library.

For more information, contact Lance at 931-248-6148.

Cookeville – Everyone Loves Ceramics!
Aug 24 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

How can you resist the opportunity to paint your very own ceramic figurine? Reach out to Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery (931-526-2424) to register and obtain pricing.

Cookeville – Knife Sharpening With Jeff Lamm
Aug 24 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Join Jeff Lamm as he instructs on how to sharpen your knife blades with a sharpening stone, sharpening steel, or mechanical sharpener. Tips will be given on how to test the edge and the differences between sharpening a carbon blade versus stainless steel.

For more information call (931) 526-2416.

Overton County – Stephen’s Center Seminars
Aug 24 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Stephen’s Center is holding a series of parenting seminars designed to support parents.

Sessions are held at The StephensCenter, located at 616 N. Church Street, Livingston. There is no charge for PCC sessions.  

August 3………………….….”Orientation,Assessing Nurturing Skills”

August 10……………………..………………………”WhyParents Spank”

August 17……….………….………….”DoingThis For Your Own Good”

August 24..………………”Alternativesto Spanking, Hitting, & Yelling”

August 31 ………..………………………..…”MyWay or The Highway”

September 7…..…………..………………………..”CopingWith Stress”

September 14….………………………………….………..”Self-Esteem”

September 21…..…….……………….……..”SupportingYour Partner”

September 28.………….…….…………………………Make-UpSession

Certificates will be awardedto parentsattending eight sessions within this series. Everyone is welcome! For more information, call: 931-823-6432.

Cookeville – Open Maker Lab Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
Aug 24 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Open Maker Lab is hosted by The Imagine Foundry every Wednesday from 2:00pm-7:00pm. Join the open maker lab experience! Let your creativity lead you in their makerspace – experience stations such as woodworking, building, crafting, sewing, and more! Imagine, design, and create with tools, materials, and professionals in the maker labs. $5 per maker per day.

Cookeville – Harmonica Class
Aug 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join us for an hour session on tips and techniques to play the harmonica. This class is for beginners, but players of all levels are encouraged to participate.

Please call (931) 526-2416 for more information.

Aug
25
Thu
Crossville – FREE Online Books Available – Art Circle Public Library
Aug 25 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Art Circle Public Library has a subscription to Tumble Book Library, and your family can access it from home! It’s an unlimited and FREE online collection of e-books for children. There are over 250 animated, talking picture books (including some in Spanish and French), read-along chapter books, non-fiction books, exciting games, and puzzles. Access login info HERE

Crossville – Trace Your Ancestors
Aug 25 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Trace your ancestors at the Cumberland County Archives & Family Heritage Center Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday from 10am-12pm at 95 East 1st St Crossville, TN 38555. Call (931) 456-2006 for details.

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club Meet
Aug 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The Cumberland County Chess Club meet at the RE/Max building at 24 Oak Road each Thursday at 6pm. This is a weekly event and is free to the public. It’s a great way to make new friends!

Aug
26
Fri
Cookeville – “Train Tales” Presented By The Cookeville Depot Museum
Aug 26 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am

“Train Tales” hosted by The Cookeville Depot Museum will be presented every Friday from 10:30 am – 11am. Parents and preschool children can enjoy this free activity and story every Friday. Afterwards, be sure to explore the cabooses and train cars! Admission is free -for more information call 931-520-5455.

Legal Aid Society Providing Free Legal Services To Low-Income Individuals In The Upper Cumberland
Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Are you in need of legal representation? The Legal Aid Society is a nonprofit law firm providing free legal services to low-income individuals in the Upper Cumberland. They do not handle any criminal cases, just civil cases. If you are in need of these services, call 931-528-7436.

Legal Aid Society Providing Free Legal Services To Low-Income Individuals In The Upper Cumberland
Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Are you in need of legal representation? The Legal Aid Society is a nonprofit law firm providing free legal services to low-income individuals in the Upper Cumberland. They do not handle any criminal cases, just civil cases. If you are in need of these services, call 931-528-7436.

Cookeville – Cane Creek Water Rentals
Aug 26 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Weekend rentals are back through October at the park concessions building, 201 CC Camp Road. Hours are Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Paddleboats, single kayaks, tandem kayaks, and canoes available! For more information, please call (931) 526-6668.

Cookeville – Open Maker Lab Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
Aug 26 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Open Maker Lab is hosted by The Imagine Foundry every Friday from 2:00pm-7:00pm. Join the open maker lab experience! Let your creativity lead you in their makerspace – experience stations such as woodworking, building, crafting, sewing, and more! Imagine, design, and create with tools, materials, and professionals in the maker labs. $5 per maker per day. Stop in and see what inspires you to create!

Sparta – A Night With Elvis – Sparta Woman’s Club
Aug 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Enjoy a night with Elvis, starring Gene Hodge in concert!

Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

For ticket information, call Sherry Hickey at 931-739-2847.

Aug
27
Sat
Cookeville – Kids Fishing Derby – Presented By American Legion Post 46
Aug 27 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

American Legion Post 46 is proud to host a kids fishing derby at Twin Lakes Catfish Farm!

Registration opens at 8 and the tournament is from 9 to 12pm.

For more information, call 951-634-4112

Cookeville – The Depot In Art
Aug 27 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Check out this new exhibition that will consist of several pieces by local artists that feature the Depot building through the years, as well as a special loan from the Tennessee State Museum of a painting with an unusual Depot view by Evelyn Lee-Sissom.

This will be the first in the new series, “Art at the Depot” that will lead up to the ART Prowl each fall. Be sure to stop by the Depot to check out this new series opening August 13 running through October 29.

For more information, call 528-8570.

Cookeville – “Where Did Ya Go? What Did Ya See?” – Cookeville History Museum
Aug 27 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This family fun exhibit at the Cookeville History Museum is now open, and you don’t want to miss it!

Take a nostalgic trip through Cookeville and the Upper Cumberland via local highways and byways, and view Middle Tennessee through the eyes of yesterday!

For more information, call 931-520-5455.