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February 2025

Wednesday February 19

8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Cookeville - Share The Love: Food & Hygiene Drive
225 N Willow Ave ste 6, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

The Silver Angels of Tennessee are collecting non-perishable food and hygiene items from February 1st – 28th for the 5 Loaves Food Pantry.
Donations can be dropped off at Silver Angels of Tennessee – Putnam at 225 N Willow Ave,  Ste 6, Cookeville, OR Gentiva Hospice at 750 E Spring St, Cookeville.
Call (931) 839-7599 with any questions or for more information!

8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Crossville - Free Access To Heritage Hub - Art Circle Public Library
Art Circle Public Library, 3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

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 http://www.artcirclelibrary.info .

8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Enroll A Child In The Imagination Library
Art Circle Public Library, 3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

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.

9:00 am – 6:00 pm
UCAAAD Offers SNAP Assistance

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.

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Crossville - Ewe Can Knit - Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Art Circle Public Library, 3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

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.

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Crossville - Stamp Collecting Meeting - Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Art Circle Public Library, 3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

Come find your people! A meeting of enthusiastic stamp 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 931-499-4210.

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 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.

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Smithville - Book Club Meeting
Twisted Oaks, 3349 Nashville Hwy, Dowelltown, TN 37059, USA

Calling all book lovers! You’re invited to a Book Club event at Twisted Oaks!
This book club will meet every 3rd Wednesday from 6:00pm – 7:00pm.
Don’t forget to mark a calendar and bring a friend!

Aug
20
Thu
Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club Meet
Aug 20 @ 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!

Cookeville – The Backstage Series Church and State Presented By the Cookeville Performing Arts Center
Aug 20 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Cookeville – The Backstage Series Church and State Presented By the Cookeville Performing Arts Center
August 20, 21, 22 at 7:30pm 

Tickets on sale now – CPAC Box Office Hours: 9am-5pm /Mon-Friday 
$15 adults, $12 seniors, $10 students
931-528-1313 

Church & State by Jason Odell Williams directed by Kimberly Frick-Welker 

A note to CPAC Patrons- 
The health and safety of the patrons, volunteers, staff, and actors are the top priority. Current City policy states – All persons entering a city owned building; including the Cookeville Performing Arts Center, must properly wear a mask. All actors and crew involved with the production of Church & State have worn masks at every rehearsal and have incorporated masks into the performances. Also, the play is presented as a main stage production to allow ample room for social distancing in the seating area.  

For more information go to https://www.cookeville-tn.gov/457/Backstage-Series

Cookeville – Third Thursday In The Park Concert Series – Presented By Leisure Services
Aug 20 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Cookeville – Third Thursday In The Park Concert Series – Presented By Leisure Services August 20  starting at 7:3pm/ Enjoy this FREE family event offering live music from local artist.  
Seating is limited to maintain social distancing. Marked areas on the performance pavilion lawn and tiered seating area will be six feet apart. Masks are recommended.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions are available.

Aug
21
Fri
Cookeville – 4-H Consumer Decision Making Contest Presented By Putnam County 4-H
Aug 21 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Cookeville – 4-H Consumer Decision Making Contest Presented By Putnam County 4-H
Deadline to Register is August 21

Join Putnam County 4-H and learn about making wise consumer choices when you shop. This year you will learn about toothpaste, carry-on luggage, smoothies, and fast foods. This contest is open to youth in grades 6-12 as of January 1. This year the contest and practices will all be held virtually
If you are interested, reach out to Melissa Henry at (931)526-4561.

Cookeville – Suffrage Centennial 1920-2020 Exhibit Presented By the Cookeville History Museum
Aug 21 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cookeville – Suffrage Centennial 1920-2020 Exhibit Presented By the Cookeville History Museum
Grand Opening August 21st

It was a landmark moment in American and Tennessee history – the ratification of the 19th Amendment on Aug. 18, 1920, giving women the right to vote.
Cookeville History Museum is marking that moment 100 years later with the opening of a new exhibit, “Suffrage Centennial 1920-2020,” on Friday. The exhibit will feature traveling displays from the Tennessee State Museum and National Archives. It will also include Putnam County’s own story.
Cookeville History Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at 40 E. Broad St. To learn more, call 931-520-5455.

Cookeville – “Train Tales” Presented By The Cookeville Depot Museum
Aug 21 @ 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 21 @ 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 21 @ 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 – Open Maker Lab Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
Aug 21 @ 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!

Cookeville – Virtual Clothing and Craft Camp Presented By Putnam County 4-H
Aug 21 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Cookeville – Virtual Clothing and Craft Camp Presented By Putnam County 4-H

Since they can’t have an in person camp, they’re going virtual! Go at your own pace and participate in the fashion and craft show!

To access the virtual camp go to: https://tiny.utk.edu/putnam4hCCcamp

Get new ideas for fashion and crafts from 4-H’ers and Volunteer Leaders

Find out about the 4-H Clothing and Creative Arts & Design projects

Enter your creations in the Virtual Fashion and Craft Show

For more information call (931)526-4561

Aug
22
Sat
Crossville – Free Hunting Day Presented By the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
Aug 22 @ 6:00 am – 2:00 pm

Crossville – Free Hunting Day Presented By the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
August 22nd

Tennessee residents are allowed to hunt without a license on Saturday, Aug. 22 which coincides with the opening day of squirrel season.
Free Hunting Day is an event the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency annually provides in hopes of increasing interest in hunting. Squirrel hunting is one of Tennessee’s oldest and favorite traditions. The day serves as an excellent opportunity for persons to experience the enjoyment of the sport.
For more information contact 1(833)402-4698 or visit www.tnwildlife.org

Livingston – Women’s Suffrage Celebration Presented By the Livingston Civic and Garden Club
Aug 22 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 am

Livingston – Women’s Suffrage Celebration Presented By the Livingston Civic and Garden Club
August 22nd starting at 7:00am
The Livingston Civic and Garden Club will host a march to celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the Women’s Suffrage. The march will begin at Governor A.H. Roberts’ Law Office and will walk in celebration of of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.

Monterey – Farmers Market Presented By Town of Monterey
Aug 22 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Monterey – Farmers Market Presented By Town of Monterey
Every Saturday Through October from 8:00am to 1:00pm

Monterey Farmers Market features home-grown produce, along with homemade foods and handmade crafts.

For more information call (931)839-2111

Spencer – Cruisin the Midway Presented by the Van Buren County Fair
Aug 22 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Spencer – Cruisin the Midway Presented by the Van Buren County Fair
August 22nd 9:00am to 4:00pm

Rain or Shine!
Car and bike show. $20 entry fee.
Registration is 9:00am to 11:00am with judging starting at noon.

Cornhole tournament starts at 1:00pm with registration at noon.

For more information call (931)212-4442

Smithville – Blood Drive Presented by Blood Assurance
Aug 22 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Smithville – Blood Drive Presented by Blood Assurance
August 22nd from 10:00am to 3:00pm

In memory of “SFC Tyler Druden” 17 year in the U.S. Army.
To schedule an appointment, go to bloodassurance.org/tyler or contact Jessica Anderson (615)318-3974.
Make sure to eat a good meal, drink water, and bring a photo ID!

Cookeville – Creek Critters Hike Presented By Cummins Falls State Park
Aug 22 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Cookeville – Creek Critters Hike Presented By Cummins Falls State Park
August 22nd from 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Join Seasonal Interpretive Ranger, Justine for a hike to the top of the waterfall. You will be learning about all of the critters who live in the river. Please wear close toed shoes that you don’t mind getting wet. You will be shuffling up rocks with your feet and catching the critters in our silt nets to examine. Please pack water and a small snack. This will be a 1 mile hike. Children 12 and under are required to wear a life jacket.

For more information call (931)520-6691

Aug
23
Sun
Cookeville – Picnic Upstream Presented By Cummins Falls State Park
Aug 23 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Cookeville – Picnic Upstream Presented By Cummins Falls State Park
August 23rd starting at 11:00am

Join Seasonal Interpretive Ranger, Hayley, on a guided hike to the top of the waterfall for a picnic. This is a remote area used for only special hikes. You will get the opportunity to learn about the many plants, animals, and wildlife on this one mile hike. Please pack your own lunch or picnic basket. You will sit upstream of the waterfall to enjoy our lunch and watch for wildlife and listen to nature.

For more information call (931)520-6691

Byrsdtown – 1800s Garden Presented By Cordell Hull Birthplace State Historic Park
Aug 23 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Byrsdtown – 1800s Garden Presented By Cordell Hull Birthplace State Historic Park
August 23rd from 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Join SIR Abbey in the garden for a little bit of fun and a little bit of work. You will detail different historical farming methods used to create the garden, do some light weeding in the garden, lastly participants will get to take home a couple fruits and vegetables from the garden.

Cookeville – Walk For Jesus Presented By Rockin The Rock Radio Show
Aug 23 @ 4:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Cookeville – Walk For Jesus Presented By Rockin The Rock Radio Show August 23rd starting at 4:00pm at Dogwood Park . All Churches And Individuals Are Invited. Walk At 4:00pm Worship Concert With Eddie James At 6:00pm This Event Is Being Sponsored By Area Churches Businesses and Individuals. This is a FREE event with no registration necessary. Gather, walk and rejoice with one another.

Carthage – Recovery Meetings Presented By Smith County Drug Prevention
Aug 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Carthage – Friendship Group Meetings Presented By Smith County Drug Prevention Sundays and Wednesdays at 7:00pm in the basement of the Carthage United Methodist church. FREE

Carthage – AL-ANON Presented By Smith County Drug Prevention
Aug 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Carthage – AL-ANON Presented By Smith County Drug Prevention Sundays starting at 7:00pm at the Spot.

Aug
24
Mon
Crossville – Christian Counseling Services Presented By C5 Christian Counceling Center of Cumberland County
Aug 24 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Crossville – Christian Counseling Services Presented By C5 Christian Counseling Center of Cumberland County 

 C5 Christian Counseling Center of Cumberland County (C5) offers professional counseling to anyone in need for ability to pay prices. With a mission of “healing hearts and minds,” no one will be turned away due to income or lack of income. During COVID 19, the need is greater than ever. C5 is offering online counseling, phone sessions and limited face to face sessions to meet the needs of all. Please call (931) 707-8200 and leave a message to schedule an appointment. Our staff are working remotely, and your call will be returned promptly.  

 

Overton County – 4H Plant Sale
Aug 24 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Overton County – 4H Plant Sale
Purchase from local growers to support the Overton County 4H Club.
Clydesdale Farms of Overton County and Young’s Nursery and Greenhouse of Smithville and Gallatin are proud growers for 4-H. Proceeds from plants purchased at these growers will be donated to the Overton County 4-H club.
to order plants direct call 931-823-2735 or e-mail nmarrerro@utk.edu.

Cookeville – Kids Art Class Presented By The Cookeville Art Studio
Aug 24 @ 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.

Cookeville – Open Auditions Shakespeare In The Park – Hosted By CPAC
Aug 24 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Cookeville – Open Auditions Shakespeare In The Park – Hosted By CPAC August 24 starting at 6:30pm at Dogwood Park

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged (revised)
by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield directed by Steve Gwilt
The Director plans to cast 3 actors which may be all male, male female mix, or all female based on the audition pool. Auditions will consist of readings from the script.
Shakespeare in the Park is presented by: The Cookeville Department of Leisure Services, Cultural Arts Division and the Cookeville Performing Arts Center.
For more information call: 931-528-1313

Aug
25
Tue
Carthage – Carthage Community Food Pantry Presented By Carthage Church Of God
Aug 25 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Carthage – Carthage Community Food Pantry Presented By Carthage Church Of God Hours are Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00am – 2:00pm and Thursday 10:00a – 7:00pm. For information call 615-281-8258

Cookeville – ” Time Travelor Adventure” Presented By the Cookeville History Museum
Aug 25 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cookeville – ” Time Travelor Adventure” Presented By the Cookeville History Museum visit Tuesdays thru Saturdays for this FREE experience from 10:00am-4:00pm.
Cookeville History Museum visitors have an opportunity to travel through time as they work their way through several “Time Travelor” stations with fun questions and activities. Kids will receive a time traveler sticker once they complete the adventure. Admission is free. To learn more, call 520-5455.

Aug
26
Wed
Carthage – Carthage Community Food Pantry Presented By Carthage Church Of God
Aug 26 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Carthage – Carthage Community Food Pantry Presented By Carthage Church Of God Hours are Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00am – 2:00pm and Thursday 10:00a – 7:00pm. For information call 615-281-8258

Livingston – Parent Child Connection Classes Presented By The Stephens Center
Aug 26 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Livingston – Parent Child Connection Classes Presented By The Stephens Center  Wednesdays from 1:00pm-2:30pm at the Stephens Center.  For more information, call 823-6432.  There is no charge for PCC sessions.  Certificates will be awarded to parents attending eight sessions within this series.  Everyone is welcome!  For more information, call 823-6432.
Overton County Fall 2020, SeriesI“NurturingParenting Skills for Families”

 August 26..…………………………….”Praising Children and Their Behavior”

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 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.

Crossville – Farmers Market – Presented By Fairfield Glade
Aug 26 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Crossville – Farmers Market – Presented By Fairfield Glade 10:00am – 1:00pm every Wednesday. Meet at the corner of Peavine and Stonehenge Road. Sell and find fresh local grown vegetables, fruits and homemade goods of all kinds .

Carthage – Recovery Meetings Presented By Smith County Drug Prevention
Aug 26 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Carthage – Friendship Group Meetings Presented By Smith County Drug Prevention Sundays and Wednesdays at 7:00pm in the basement of the Carthage United Methodist church. FREE

Aug
27
Thu
Carthage – Carthage Community Food Pantry Presented By Carthage Church Of God
Aug 27 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Carthage – Carthage Community Food Pantry Presented By Carthage Church Of God Hours are Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00am – 2:00pm and Thursday 10:00a – 7:00pm. For information call 615-281-8258

Smithville – Blood Drive Presented by Blood Assurance
Aug 27 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Smithville – Blood Drive Presented by Blood Assurance
August 27th from 10:00am to 2:00pm

The blood mobile will be in the parking lot!
To schedule your appointment go to bloodassurance.org/dekalbhealth or call Ashley at (615)597-7599.
Remember to eat a good meal, drink water, and bring a photo ID!

Crossville – Parent-Child Connection Classes Presented By The Stephens Center
Aug 27 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Crossville – Parent-Child Connection Classes Presented By The Stephens Center Thursdays from 4:00-5:30
Sessions are held at The Exchange Club/Stephens Center-Healthier Beginnings office in the Crossville Commons Complex located at 129 Birchwood Lane just off of West Avenue in Crossville.  Certificates will be awarded to parents attending eight sessions within this series.  There is no charge for the classes. Everyone welcome!  For more information, call (931) 484-8923 or 1-800-635-5199.  

Fall 2020, SeriesI 

“NurturingParenting Skills for Families”

 August 13..…………………………..“Orientation, Assessing Nurturing Skills”

 August 20………………………………………………“Why Do Parents Spank”

 August 27………………………“Ages and Stages: Appropriate Expectations”

 September 3………………………………………………….“Developing Empathy”

 September 10.……………………“Understanding Family Morals and Values”

 September 17………………………………………..“Developing Family Rules”

 September 24…………………………………….“Rewards and Punishments”

 October 1……………………………..“Helping Children Manage TheirBehavior”

 October 8……………………………….……….…………..…Make-Up Session

 

 

Crossville – Parent-Child Connection Classes Presented By The Stephens Center
Aug 27 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Crossville – Parent-Child Connection Classes Presented By The Stephens Center Thursdays from 4:00-5:30
Sessions are held at The Exchange Club/Stephens Center-Healthier Beginnings office in the Crossville Commons Complex located at 129 Birchwood Lane just off of West Avenue in Crossville.  Certificates will be awarded to parents attending eight sessions within this series.  There is no charge for the classes. Everyone welcome!  For more information, call (931) 484-8923 or 1-800-635-5199.  

Fall 2020, Series

“Nurturing Parenting Skills for Families”

 August 27………………………“Ages and Stages: Appropriate Expectations”

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club Meet
Aug 27 @ 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
28
Fri
Smithville – Blood Drive Presented by Blood Assurance
Aug 28 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Smithville – Blood Drive Presented by Blood Assurance
August 28th from 9:00am to 1:00pm

The blood mobile will be in the parking lot!
To schedule your appointment go to bloodassurance.org/saintthomasdekalb or call Trudy Cody (931)239-9411.
Remember to eat a good meal, drink water, and bring a photo ID!

Byrdstown – 2020 Social Distancing NON-Gala Dinner Presented By the Good Neighbors Theatre
Aug 28 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Byrdstown – 2020 Social Distancing NON-Gala Dinner Presented By the Good Neighbors Theatre

The Good Neighbors Theatre is accepting donations to keep their doors open!
Enjoy an evening with an event you do not have to attend, they are asking you, please contribute but be a no show!
Each year the Good Neighbors Theatre must raise over $15,000 plus, for that is the just the payment amount of our annual building loan! We really appreciate whatever that you can afford, ‘cause the Gala is how we raise the loan money, which is set in stone.
If you are still wondering just what amount you should send, whatever you choose, will help us have a place to put on a play.
CHECKS MAY BE MAILED TO: I’M SOCIAL DISTANCING GOOD NEIGHBORS THEATRE P.O. BOX BYRDSTOWN, TN 38549

Cookeville – “Train Tales” Presented By The Cookeville Depot Museum
Aug 28 @ 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 28 @ 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 28 @ 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 – Open Maker Lab Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
Aug 28 @ 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!

Aug
29
Sat
Cookeville -Country Farm Steak Cook Off – Presented By Country Farm And Home
Aug 29 @ 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cookeville – Steak Cook Off – Presented By Country Farm And Home August 29th from 7:00am – 4:00pm at the Cookeville Country Farm And Home Location. 
Bring your smoker or the grill! Now’s your chance to showcase those skills! 

Cash payout to the top 10 winners. 1st place wins $1,000 and an invite to compete in the SCA World Championship! There will also be door prizes for the competitors. Grand Prize drawing is for a 36″ Blackstone Griddle! All profits and donations will go to Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity.
Entry Fee $150 for steak / $25 for ribs. 
Social distancing will be in effect. Event will be located outside in a gravel parking lot where competitors can be spaced out. Gloves and masks will be worn during meat selection, cooks meeting, and awards ceremony.
To sign up or to learn more about the rules go to steakcookoffs.com  

Sparta – Farmers Market Presented By the UT Extension Office
Aug 29 @ 7:00 am – 12:00 pm

Sparta – Farmers Market Presented By the UT Extension Office
August 29th starting at 7:00am

Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday through October! Local Farmers set up in Metcalf Park to entice the local natives and visitors with fresh, locally grown produce by the truckloads.

Spencer – Country Breakfast at the Fire Hall Presented By Fall Creek Falls Fire Dept
Aug 29 @ 7:00 am – 11:00 am

Spencer – Country Breakfast at the Fire Hall Presented By Fall Creek Falls Fire Dept
August 29th 7:00am to 11:00am

Come on out and help support your local fire department. They will be having their monthly breakfast with a huge menu. Bacon, sausage (patties and links), country ham, fried baloney, scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, pancakes, gravy, and biscuits….coffee, milk, orange juice, water, and fresh fruit.

For more information visit the Fall Creek Falls Fire Dept on Facebook!

Crossville – 4-H Scholarship Fund Benefit Presented By The Lake Tansi FCE
Aug 29 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Crossville – 4-H Scholarship Fund Benefit Presented By The Lake Tansi FCE
August 29th from 11:00am to 3:00pm

Benefit Lunch with salads, hotdog, drink, and dessert! $10 Ticket! All proceeds go toward the 4-H Scholarship Fund for children to attend 4-H Camp! Silent auction – items close at 2:00pm!
For more information call Linda Ross (931)250-3431

Crossville – Cumberland County Prayer Vigil Presented By Local Churches
Aug 29 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Crossville – Cumberland County Prayer Vigil Presented By Local Churches
August 29th from 4:30pm to 6:00pm

Free event at the Crossville Amphitheater.
Many Cumberland County churches are uniting for a time of prayer for the city, county, state, country and world. This is a prayer and praise time only. This is not a denominational event. It is requested that no political nor social agenda signs be present.

Cookeville – Downtown Film Festival Presented By WCTE and the Story Teller Agency
Aug 29 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Cookeville – Downtown Film Festival Presented By WCTE and the Storyteller Agency

The inaugural WCTE-PBS Downtown Film Festival, in partnership with the Cookeville Performing Arts Center and The Storyteller Agency will illuminate Cookeville’s Historic West Side. The festival is a celebration of the best in non-fiction film, including a one-minute competition of viewer-submitted content via the PBS American Portrait digital platform, starring you and your community.
THE FESTIVAL
Everyone has a story, and this year those stories will be told in a big way at Downtown Film, with a full schedule of festival award-winning documentaries, interesting talk-backs, engaging workshops with filmmakers, live music, and delicious food and drink from area restaurants, bars, and area favorite food trucks.
On Saturday evening, as the sun goes down, the festival takes cinema under the stars for an after-dark film walkabout, with the top local videos from the American Portrait video categories projected onto the sides of Cookeville’s landmark west side buildings.
SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO – BE A STAR!
The PBS American Portrait video project is open to anyone and everyone who would like to submit, requiring only a one-minute video look into your life, guided by prompts such as “I was
raised to believe . .. ” and “What gets me out of bed in the morning is … ” Now is the time to tell your story and see your face on the big screen!
Submitting your American Portrait video is so easy – check out this “How-To” video for a quick tutorial, then grab your cell phone, hit record, and boom! You’re instantly a star, with a chance to see your face and your story illuminated in a big way during the festival.
How-To Video: https://youtu.be/m1zwUTPbl9o
American Portrait Submission Link: https://www.pbs.org/american-portrait/create
FESTIVAL SUBMISSIONS AND AWARDS
Downtown Film Festival is open to submissions from filmmakers around the world, and winners will receive an award and a direct pipeline to public media, with work shown on WCTE and awards will be given in the following categories:
1. Best Documentary
2. Best Mini-Documentary
3. The Stanger Award – honoring and celebrating the best unfinished documentary
4. Young Filmmakers’ Award – celebrating and honoring works submitted by filmmakers
ages 14-19
Downtown Film’s walking cinema tour is free and open to the public, with no ticket purchase required. Workshops, screenings at CPAC, and other festival happenings will incur a separate ticket cost. VIP wristbands are available for festival-goer purchase, including a full schedule of happenings, festival merchandise, discounts at local restaurants during the festival, and more.
A NOTE ABOUT CURRENT CLIMATE
Careful consideration is being given to current community, state, and national precautions regarding COVID-19. Our goal is to make sure everyone stays safe and healthy, and special precautions of our own will be taken at the festival to encourage social distancing and stay sanitary. We are staying abreast of this current and ever-changing situation and taking every suggested step to ensure safety, and our precautions and planning will be fluid as the situation evolves. 

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Cookeville – Morning Meadow Hike Presented by Cummins Fall State Park
Aug 30 @ 8:30 am – 11:00 am

Cookeville – Morning Meadow Hike Presented by Cummins Fall State Park
August 30th starting at 8:30am

Join seasonal interpretive ranger, Justine , for a hike through the newly opened Delia Belle Meadow trail. You will learn about native plants and animals on this serene 3.5 mile round trip trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and pack water and a small snack. The meadow part of the trail if very sunny please wear sunscreen.
Visit tnstateparks.com/parks/cummins-falls