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January 2025

Thursday January 23

8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Crossville - FREE Online Books Available - Art Circle Public Library
Art Circle Public Library, 3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

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

9:00 am – 11:00 am
Byrdstown - Commodity Distribution
116 W Main St, Byrdstown, TN 38549, USA

The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) will hold a commodities distribution in Byrdstown on January 23rd.
Visit https://uchra.org/2025-commodities-distribution-events/ for more information about UCHRA’s commodities program including instructions on how to apply.

9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Crossville - Trace Your Ancestors - Hosted by Art Circle Public Library
3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

Trace your ancestors on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at the Art Circle Public Library. The library is the temporary home of the Cumberland County Archives & Family Heritage Center.

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Cumberland - Parent-Child Connection: Praising
129 Birchwood Ln, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

This class will meet every Thursday from January 2nd through February 27th.
Certificates for this class will be awarded to parents who attend and complete all eight sessions with this series.
These sessions will be FREE and everyone is welcome.
Call (931) 484-8923 or 1-800-635-5199 for more information or with questions.

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Cookeville - UCWC Bunco Social: Rolling For a Cause
1 W 1st St, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Rolling for a cause is a social event and fundraiser for the Upper Cumberland Woman’s Club of Tennessee, and Habitat for Humanity.
Doors open at 5:30pm and the games will begin at 6:00pm!
The admissions fee for this event will be $25, or you can RSVP and get an early ticket with your purchase!
Don’t forget to mark your calendars, hope to see you there!

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Crossville - Cumberland County Chess Club Meet
24 Oak Rd, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

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!

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Livingston - AA Group 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.

Dec
6
Mon
Crossville – Make a Christmas Flower Plant Pot – Friends Of The Library
Dec 6 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Come get a kit to make a snowman or santa plant pot with a virtual class! Instructions for accessing the virtual class will be included with the kits. Kits are available December 1st through 20th but quantities are limited so call to reserve yours soon: 931-484-6790.

Crossville – Make Christmas Cards For Seniors – Friends Of The Library
Dec 6 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

We are making cards for area senior living facilities and are inviting YOU to come take a free Christmas card kit,take it home and make it, and return it to the Christmas Card Mailbox at the Library by December 10th! Call 931-484-6790 for more info.

Cookeville – Volunteer Recruiting – Presented By the Upper Cumberland Habitat For Humanity
Dec 6 @ 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.

Spencer – Book Sale
Dec 6 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

The Friends of Burritt Memorial Library are hosting a Book Sale November 9th from 9am – 5pm at the Burritt Memorial Library. Donations may be dropped off any time prior to the sale.

Crossville – Beginner Tai Chi Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Dec 6 @ 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
Dec 6 @ 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 – Intermediate Tai Chi Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Dec 6 @ 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 – Kids Art Class Presented By The Cookeville Art Studio
Dec 6 @ 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 – Oratorical Contest With Scholarships
Dec 6 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

For high school students, there is a way to actually talk your way into college. Each year, The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program awards $203,500 in scholarships for speech. Contact American Legion Post 46 at 360-393-1147 for details.

Cookeville – American Legion Meetings Hosted by the American Legion
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Cookeville – American Legion Meetings Hosted by the American Legion 1st Monday of every month at the Veterans Building starting at 6:00 pm.  The Legion Riders is for members of any American Legion, Sons of the American Legion, or American Legion Auxilliary group that also ride motorcycles and want to do so as a part of charity events.
Livingston – Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings – Hosted By The Overton County Chamber of Commerce
Dec 6 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Livingston – Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings – Hosted By The Overton County Chamber of Commerce Every Monday evening at 7:00pm. After more than 30 years the Livingston Alcoholics Anonymous meetings will be changing locations and meeting. These meetings are FREE and open to whomever need help.

Monroe – Hatcher Hall Christian Church Revival
Dec 6 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come worship alongside speaker Derrick Copeland at the Hatcher Hall Christian Church Revival December 6th-10th from 7pm-8pm each night. There will be special singing by The Nesbits on Wednesday the 8th.

Dec
7
Tue
Sparta – Let’s Play Basketball – Register Soon!
Dec 7 all-day

The Y Adult Basketball League holds weekly 4 on 4, full court games. The season will end with a playoff tournament. Ages 14+. Cost $30.

Key Dates:
Registration ends December 6th – Games being January 7th, Playoffs begin March 4th.

Sponsored by the Sparta/White County Family YMCA. Please call Gin Skinner at 931-836-3330 or email to gin.spartaymca@gmail.com.

Cookeville – Free Coffee For Veterans – Sponsored By American Legion Post 46
Dec 7 @ 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.

Crossville – Book Folding Virtual Workshop – Friends Of The Library
Dec 7 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Come get a kit to learn book folding with a virtual class! Instructions for accessing the virtual class will be included with the kits. Kits are available December 1st through 20th but quantities are limited so call to reserve yours soon: 931-484-6790.

Crossville – Christmas Ornament Sale – Beat the Rush!
Dec 7 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Woodturners Christmas Ornament Sale will take place at Village Green on Fairfield Glade December 7th thru the 23rd 8am-12pm Tuesday through Friday.

Crossville – Make a Christmas Flower Plant Pot – Friends Of The Library
Dec 7 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Come get a kit to make a snowman or santa plant pot with a virtual class! Instructions for accessing the virtual class will be included with the kits. Kits are available December 1st through 20th but quantities are limited so call to reserve yours soon: 931-484-6790.

Crossville – Make Christmas Cards For Seniors – Friends Of The Library
Dec 7 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

We are making cards for area senior living facilities and are inviting YOU to come take a free Christmas card kit,take it home and make it, and return it to the Christmas Card Mailbox at the Library by December 10th! Call 931-484-6790 for more info.

Crossville – Trace Your Ancestors
Dec 7 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Trace your ancestors at the Cumberland County Archives & Family Heritage Center Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday from 9am-4pm at 95 East 1st St Crossville, TN 38555. Call (931) 456-2006 for details.

Cookeville – Watercolor Class – Presented By Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery
Dec 7 @ 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
Dec 7 @ 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 – Foster Parent Online Info Session
Dec 7 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

The need for foster parents is more critical than ever. Tennessee’s children need YOU! Join Tii Cares for a free online information session with no obligations on December 7th at 5:30pm. Register at TiiCares.Com/Informational-Sessions .

McMinnville – Christmas in the Park – Junior Auxillary of McMinnville
Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come out to dowtown McMinnville and enjoy their 36th annual Christmas in the Park! There will be a bounce house, ornament making, calls to the North Pole, and pictures with Santa! It’s all happening on December 7th from 6pm-8pm. For questions, email jamcminnville@gmail.com.

Monroe – Hatcher Hall Christian Church Revival
Dec 7 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come worship alongside speaker Derrick Copeland at the Hatcher Hall Christian Church Revival December 6th-10th from 7pm-8pm each night. There will be special singing by The Nesbits on Wednesday the 8th.

Dec
8
Wed
Crossville – Book Folding Virtual Workshop – Friends Of The Library
Dec 8 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Come get a kit to learn book folding with a virtual class! Instructions for accessing the virtual class will be included with the kits. Kits are available December 1st through 20th but quantities are limited so call to reserve yours soon: 931-484-6790.

Crossville – Free Access To Heritage Hub – Art Circle Public Library
Dec 8 @ 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
Dec 8 @ 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.

Crossville – Make a Christmas Flower Plant Pot – Friends Of The Library
Dec 8 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Come get a kit to make a snowman or santa plant pot with a virtual class! Instructions for accessing the virtual class will be included with the kits. Kits are available December 1st through 20th but quantities are limited so call to reserve yours soon: 931-484-6790.

Crossville – Make Christmas Cards For Seniors – Friends Of The Library
Dec 8 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

We are making cards for area senior living facilities and are inviting YOU to come take a free Christmas card kit,take it home and make it, and return it to the Christmas Card Mailbox at the Library by December 10th! Call 931-484-6790 for more info.

Enroll A Child In The Imagination Library
Dec 8 @ 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
Dec 8 @ 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
Dec 8 @ 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
Dec 8 @ 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.

Crossville – “Ewe Can Knit” – Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Dec 8 @ 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!
Dec 8 @ 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 – FREE Noon Concert: Terri Utsey & Annetta Deck
Dec 8 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Come enjoy a Whimsical Wednesday of Music and Fun! Terri Utsey and Annetta Deck will be performing at Art Circle Public Library December 8th at 12pm. Come hear your holiday favorites! FREE admission.Call 931-484-6790 for more info.

Livingston – Parent Child Connection Classes – The Stephens Center
Dec 8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

The seventh installment of the Fall 2021 Parent Child Connection Classes will be presented By The Stephens Center on December 1st starting at 1pm in the Exchange Club/Holland J Stephens Center. This course will be titled “Coping With Stress.” Classes are designed to offer nurturing parenting skills. For more information, call 931-484-8923.

Cookeville – Open Maker Lab Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
Dec 8 @ 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 – Oratorical Contest With Scholarships
Dec 8 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

For high school students, there is a way to actually talk your way into college. Each year, The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program awards $203,500 in scholarships for speech. Contact American Legion Post 46 at 360-393-1147 for details.

Monroe – Hatcher Hall Christian Church Revival
Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come worship alongside speaker Derrick Copeland at the Hatcher Hall Christian Church Revival December 6th-10th from 7pm-8pm each night. There will be special singing by The Nesbits on Wednesday the 8th.

Dec
9
Thu
Crossville – Book Folding Virtual Workshop – Friends Of The Library
Dec 9 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Come get a kit to learn book folding with a virtual class! Instructions for accessing the virtual class will be included with the kits. Kits are available December 1st through 20th but quantities are limited so call to reserve yours soon: 931-484-6790.

Crossville – FREE Online Books Available – Art Circle Public Library
Dec 9 @ 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 – Make a Christmas Flower Plant Pot – Friends Of The Library
Dec 9 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Come get a kit to make a snowman or santa plant pot with a virtual class! Instructions for accessing the virtual class will be included with the kits. Kits are available December 1st through 20th but quantities are limited so call to reserve yours soon: 931-484-6790.

Crossville – Make Christmas Cards For Seniors – Friends Of The Library
Dec 9 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

We are making cards for area senior living facilities and are inviting YOU to come take a free Christmas card kit,take it home and make it, and return it to the Christmas Card Mailbox at the Library by December 10th! Call 931-484-6790 for more info.

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

Trace your ancestors at the Cumberland County Archives & Family Heritage Center Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday from 9am-4pm at 95 East 1st St Crossville, TN 38555. Call (931) 456-2006 for details.

Crossville – Parent Child Connection Classes – Presented By The Stephens Center
Dec 9 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Crossville – Parent Child Connection Classes – Presented By The Stephens Center Thursdays from 2:00-3:30 in the Crossville Commons Complex. Classes are designed to offer Nurturing Parenting Skills for Families. For more information call 931-484-8923

Cookeville – Axe Throwing Community Options Fundraiser
Dec 9 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join Community Options to raise funds for people with disabilities. Enjoy axe throwing, a silent auction, and a pizza bus (weather permitting) at Cookeville Bullseye on December 9th from 5pm-8pm. Axe throwing is $10 per person, $3 of which will be donated. RSVP to Kristine by emailing kristine.shirley@comop.org.

Sparta – Single and Mingle
Dec 9 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Located at Northfield Vineyards. RSVP to 931-836-3552
info@spartatnchamber.com $10 admission.

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club Meet
Dec 9 @ 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!

Monroe – Hatcher Hall Christian Church Revival
Dec 9 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come worship alongside speaker Derrick Copeland at the Hatcher Hall Christian Church Revival December 6th-10th from 7pm-8pm each night. There will be special singing by The Nesbits on Wednesday the 8th.