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News Talk 94.1 keeps you updated on community events and activities all across the Upper Cumberland. Check back often to plan your week, find fun things to do with the kids, or family outings.

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January 2025

Monday January 27

9:00 am – 10:00 am
Volunteer Recruiting - Presented By the Upper Cumberland Habitat For Humanity

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.

10:00 am – 11:00 am
Crossville - Beginner Tai Chi Classes - Art Circle Public Library
3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

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.

10:15 am
Cookeville - Art Quest
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Engage in a FREE weekly, hands-on art activity and craft class at the Putnam County Library!
Take a journey into the expansion of creativity with certified visual arts teacher, Annette Saldana.
Participants must be 12 years of age or older to join.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Crossville - Intermediate Tai Chi Classes - Art Circle Public Library
3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

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.

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Jamestown - Blood Drive
364 W Central Ave, Jamestown, TN 38556, USA

A mobile blood drive will be held in Jamestown from 12:00pm – 3:00pm.
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!

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Cookeville - Kids Art Class - Presented By The Cookeville Art Studio
186 S Walnut Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

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.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Livingston - AA Meeting

The Livingston AA Group meets at the Windham Building (Behind Livingston Church Of Christ) Mondays and Thursdays at 7pm. The building is located between East Main Street and East Cedar Street in Livingston.

Jul
19
Tue
Cookeville – Open Pickleball
Jul 19 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am

Join us for some outdoor pickleball every Tuesday and Thursday morning from June 7 – July 28 at West End Park!

Cost is $10 per player for the 8 week period.

For more information, call 931-520-5224.

Cookeville – Free Coffee For Veterans – Sponsored By American Legion Post 46
Jul 19 @ 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.

Macon County – Commodities Distribution – UCHRA
Jul 19 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) will hold a commodities distribution for Macon County on Tuesday, July 19th, from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Macon County UCHRA office. Sign-up will be available at the distribution 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
Jul 19 @ 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.

Crossville – Summer KidBits With Miss Patty
Jul 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Children through the age of six are invited to read stories, sing songs, and make crafts with Miss Patty in the Cumberland Meeting Room!

Children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver at all times. For more information call 931-484-6790.

Cookeville – Watercolor Class – Presented By Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery
Jul 19 @ 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
Jul 19 @ 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.

Cookeville – Experience Tai Chi
Jul 19 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Experience “meditation in motion” during this six week Tai Chi session!

Classes are Tuesdays, July 19 – August 9, 5:30-6:30pm, and Thursdays, July 21-August 11, from 11:30am-12:30pm.

The cost is $32 per six week session. For more information, call 931-526-7393.

Cumberland County – Library Board Meeting
Jul 19 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

The Cumberland County Library Board will meet Tuesday, July 19th, 2022 in the Cumberland meeting Room of the Art Circle Public Library.

For more information, call 931-484-6790.

Crossville – Teen Tabletop RPB: Scourge Of The Seven Stars
Jul 19 @ 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Calling all teens for a Tabletop RPB: Scourge Of The Seven Stars!

Space is limited and registration is required. Register online at artcirclelibrary.info or call 931-484-6790.

Cookeville – Belly Dance Workshop
Jul 19 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Explore the gentle and fun art of belly dance! Come get your shimmy on, dance with a beautiful veil, and learn how to play finger cymbals!

Wear stretchy, comfortable clothes, and everything else will be provided.

For more information, call 931-526-7393.

Cookeville – Karate For Kids – Presented by Cane Creek Recreation Center
Jul 19 @ 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm

Kids ages 7-12 are invited to take Karate for Kids, a karate class that teaches a Mu-Gen style of karate!

The class is being offered on Mondays and Tuesdays from 4-4:45pm July 5 – July 11 and July 18 – August 8.

The cost is $25. For more information, call 931-526-7393.

Jul
20
Wed
DeKalb County – Glass Artist Kobayashi To Exhibit At ACC
Jul 20 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Glass artist Eriko Kobayashi’s exhibition, “Yellow,” will be on display in Lakeview Gallery at Tennessee Tech University’s Appalachian Center for Craft through July 27th.

Kobayashi seeks to create pieces that deepen thought and give off positive, curious vibes.

For more information, call the Craft Center at (931) 372-3051.

Crossville – Free Access To Heritage Hub – Art Circle Public Library
Jul 20 @ 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
Jul 20 @ 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
Jul 20 @ 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
Jul 20 @ 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 – Suicide Prevention Resources and Information Presented Presented by the TN Suicide Prevention Network
Jul 20 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

The TN Suicide Prevention Network has FREE resources available if yourself or someone you know needs help. Reach out NOW. The state wide crisis line is 1-855-CRISIS or you can text 741741 to connect to the crisis text line. This state organization is working tirelessly to eliminate the stigma around suicide. Get more information and gain knowledge on the warning signs of suicide at TSPN.org.

Sparta – Job Search Hosted By Clean Hearts Veterans Outreach
Jul 20 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Sparta – Job Search Hosted By Clean Hearts Veterans Outreach for all Veterans from 9am-1pm every first and third Wednesday of each month. If you are a veteran in need of a job, want to write a resume, or seek job counseling, contact Steve Colquitt at 931-837-5050.

UCAAAD Offers SNAP Assistance
Jul 20 @ 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
Jul 20 @ 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
Jul 20 @ 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.

Cookeville – Everyone Loves Ceramics!
Jul 20 @ 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.

Crossville – John Philip Sousa: The March King
Jul 20 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Dwight Wages will be presenting music and insights on John Philip Sousa: The March King at the Art Circle Library.

Please call 931-484-6790 for more information.

Cookeville – Open Maker Lab Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
Jul 20 @ 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 – Karate For Kids – Presented by Cane Creek Recreation Center
Jul 20 @ 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm

Kids ages 7-12 are invited to take Karate for Kids, a karate class that teaches a Mu-Gen style of karate!

The class is being offered on Mondays and Tuesdays from 4-4:45pm July 5 – July 11 and July 18 – August 8.

The cost is $25. For more information, call 931-526-7393.

Cookeville – Kickboxing Class
Jul 20 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Thai boxing is known as “the art of eight limbs”, and students in this class will learn the basic techniques in a friendly, self-paced environment with instructor Nikki Desch.

The class will be held Wednesdays, July 20-August 10, from 5:30-6:30pm, at Cane Creek Recreation Center and the cost is $32.

For more information call 931-526-7393.

Crossville – Poker Night – Grinder House Coffee Shop
Jul 20 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Join us every Wednesday for a NO-gambling Texas Hold-em from 6:30-10:30pm!

For more information, call (931) 707-0440.

Jul
21
Thu
Cookeville – Men’s Open Softball League Registration Open
Jul 21 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Men’s Softball League will be on Monday nights at the SportsPlex starting August 1st through September 19th. Game times will be 6:15, 7;15. and 8:15 if necessary.

Teams will play 12 games followed by a single elimination tournament.

Team registration deadline is July 22. Call 931-520-5224 for more information.

Cookeville – Open Pickleball
Jul 21 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am

Join us for some outdoor pickleball every Tuesday and Thursday morning from June 7 – July 28 at West End Park!

Cost is $10 per player for the 8 week period.

For more information, call 931-520-5224.

Crossville – FREE Online Books Available – Art Circle Public Library
Jul 21 @ 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 – End Of Summer Program Celebration
Jul 21 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us for a “splashing” good time ate the Garrison Park Splash Pad as we celebrate the end of our Summer Program!

Wear clothing you can get wet, and don’t forget a towel and sunscreen!

Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Call 931-484-6790 for more information.

Crossville – Trace Your Ancestors
Jul 21 @ 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.

Smith County – Commodities Distribution – Presented By UCHRA
Jul 21 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

There will be a Commodities Distribution presented by UCHRA on July 21st from 9am – 11am at the Smith County Agricultural Center. 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.


For more information call 931-476-4116

DeKalb County – Representative Rose Local Office Hours
Jul 21 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Representative John Rose’s district staff invites you to come to local office hours, where Congressman Rose will be represented by Field Representative Lou Nave. 

During office hours, help will be available for federal casework such as social security, veterans’ benefits, steps for obtaining a passport, and more.

Office hours will be held Thursday, July 21st, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

For more information, call 202-225-4231.

UCHRA SCSEP Program Provides Part-Time Jobs To Older Americans
Jul 21 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is a community service and work-based job training program for older Americans.

SCSEP provides income-eligible unemployed individuals age 55 and over with paid part-time job training positions within organizations or host agencies.

For more information, reach out to Judy Randolph at 931-528-1127 or visit www.uchra.org

Cookeville – Experience Tai Chi
Jul 21 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Experience “meditation in motion” during this six week Tai Chi session!

Classes are Tuesdays, July 19 – August 9, 5:30-6:30pm, and Thursdays, July 21-August 11, from 11:30am-12:30pm.

The cost is $32 per six week session. For more information, call 931-526-7393.

Crossville – Embroidery Class – CBI Maker Space
Jul 21 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Learn the basics of machine embroidery which will enable you to stitch out designs of your choice on future projects using the Maker Space embroidery machine!

The cost of the class is $15, and supplies are included. Space is limited, so register now!

For more information or to sign up, call 931-456-4910 or email cbi@roanestate.edu

Cookeville – Karate For Kids – Presented by Cane Creek Recreation Center
Jul 21 @ 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm

Kids ages 7-12 are invited to take Karate for Kids, a karate class that teaches a Mu-Gen style of karate!

The class is being offered on Mondays and Tuesdays from 4-4:45pm July 5 – July 11 and July 18 – August 8.

The cost is $25. For more information, call 931-526-7393.

Cookeville Junior Woman’s Club Monthly Meeting
Jul 21 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Join the Cookeville Junior Woman’s Club monthly meeting every third Thursday from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church. The club serves dinner at 5:30 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 6 p.m. There is baby sitting available on the premises. For more information, go to the clubs Facebook.

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club Meet
Jul 21 @ 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!

Jul
22
Fri
Crossville – American Red Cross Blood Drive
Jul 22 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

American Red Cross invites you to participate in a blood drive!

To schedule an appointment, please visit recrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: CrossvilleComm19

For more information, call 1-800-RED-CROSS

Cookeville – “Train Tales” Presented By The Cookeville Depot Museum
Jul 22 @ 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.

Jackson County – Member Appreciation Day – Presented By The Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation
Jul 22 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

The Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation invites you to Member Appreciation Day!

The event will be held in the cafeteria of the Jackson County Middle School.

For more information, call (800) 261-2940.

Legal Aid Society Providing Free Legal Services To Low-Income Individuals In The Upper Cumberland
Jul 22 @ 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
Jul 22 @ 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
Jul 22 @ 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 – Karate For Kids – Presented by Cane Creek Recreation Center
Jul 22 @ 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm

Kids ages 7-12 are invited to take Karate for Kids, a karate class that teaches a Mu-Gen style of karate!

The class is being offered on Mondays and Tuesdays from 4-4:45pm July 5 – July 11 and July 18 – August 8.

The cost is $25. For more information, call 931-526-7393.

Cookeville – CHS Class Of 1982 40th Class Reunion
Jul 22 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Cookeville High School Class of 1982 is holding their 40th Class Reunion on August 6th at Salt Box Inn.

See the CHS Class of 1982 Facebook page for more details.

RSVP and payment are needed by July 22nd.

Please call 615-957-7730 for more information.

Cookeville – Activiteams Trivia Night
Jul 22 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Are you age 20-29 and looking to make friends and meet new people? If so, join Activiteams to do fun things and make new friends!

Everyone is welcome to to attend the FREE meeting for a trivia night with a twist!

Please call 931-260-0014 for more information.