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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.

Jun
23
Thu
Crossville – Cumberland County Community Band Summer Concert
Jun 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come enjoy the Cumberland County Community Band as they perform their Summer Concert June 23rd at 7pm in the Stone Memorial High School Auditorium. Free admission! New band members welcome. Meet in the auditorium Tuesdays at 5:45pm.

Crossville – Summer Concert!
Jun 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come see the Cumberland County Community Band on June 23, 2022 at Stone Memorial High School Auditorium. All concerts are free and are at 7pm.

Jun
24
Fri
Cookeville – Cane Creek Park Notice
Jun 24 @ 7:00 am – 5:30 pm

The shoreline stabilization and tree cleanup/removal project is underway, and in order to keep the public and workers safe, Cane Creek will have some trail closures.

All trails starting from the boat ramp and Hilltop Shelter going towards the dam will be closed Monday – Friday from park open to 5:00 pm. Some of the trails will open at 5:00 pm throughout the week and remain open on the weekends.

Disc golf holes 12-17 will be closed Monday – Friday from park open to 5:00 pm, and will be open in the evenings after 5:00 and on the weekends.

For more information about Cane Creek and the trail closures, call 931-520-4386.

Smithville – ACC Showcasing Artists In Appalachian Center For Crafts
Jun 24 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Artists from the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg will be exhibiting their work in a special exhibition in the Joe L. Evins Gallery at Tennessee Tech University’s Appalachian Center for Crafts through July 6th.

The exhibition is titles “One Year Later” and experiments within disciplines that span woodworking, metal work, ceramics, painting, and multimedia practices.

For more information, call (931) 372-3051.

Cookeville – “Train Tales” Presented By The Cookeville Depot Museum
Jun 24 @ 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.

Cookeville – Train Tales For Toddlers
Jun 24 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Calling all toddlers to the Cookeville Depot Museum’s Train Tales!

Each Friday, a train story will be read followed by time to play with the cabooses and train cars outside.

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
Jun 24 @ 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
Jun 24 @ 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
Jun 24 @ 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 – FREE Outdoor Movie Night
Jun 24 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Bring your friends and family for a fun movie night!

June 24th we will be watching Spider-Man: No Way Home at dusk. Don’t forget your lawn chair or blanket!

For more information, call (931) 528-2605.

Jun
25
Sat
Crossville – Summer Seminars – Art Circle Public Library
Jun 25 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Get ready for the July 2022 offerings of Saturday seminars from 10:00 AM to noon at the Art Circle Public Library!

July 9 – Mike Boniol will discuss “Cemetery Research”, the facts and surprises when you look for final resting places.

July 16 & July 23 – Mia McLelland will do a two-part “Search Like a Pro”. When all other research seems to fail, do it from another direction!

July 30 – Mike Boniol Returns with “When the Courthouse Has Burned”. Don’t give up, there are other sources of information!

For more information, call 931-484-6790.

Cookeville – Summer Camps Registration OPEN – Leisure Services
Jun 25 @ 7:30 am – 7:30 pm

Registration is NOW OPEN for Leisure Services Summer Camps! They offer a wide variety of day camps, sports camps, craft camps, and more!

Registration is open for the following:

Recreational Day Camp, May 31-July 29, All Sports Camp, June 13-17, June 20-June 24, July 11-15; Basketball Camp, June 27-July 1, July 25-29; and Volleyball Camp, June 6-10.

For more information, call 931-526-7393. Registration must be completed onsite at 180 CC Camp Road.

Crossville – Golf Tournament
Jun 25 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Calling all golfers to the 30th Annual Knights of Columbus Charity Golf Tournament!

The cost is $80 per person and includes green fess, 1 mulligan, cart, prizes, and Hole in One and Awards Banquet.

Find a foursome or be assigned a foursome.

For more information, call 931-456-1821

Crossville – Trace Your Ancestors
Jun 25 @ 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 – “Where Did Ya Go? What Did Ya See?” – Cookeville History Museum
Jun 25 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This family fun exhibit at the Cookeville History Museum is opening on June 25th, 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.

Cookeville – Painting Workshop
Jun 25 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us for a step by step acrylic painting class and create a summer sunset with palm trees masterpiece!

The cost is $35 and painters of all experience levels are welcome.

For more information, call 931-526-7393.

Crossville – FREE Beginner Guitar Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Jun 25 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am

FREE Guitar Lessons hosted By The Art Circle Public Library held every Saturday! Beginner classes meet at 10:00am, Intermediates meet at 10:45am, and Advanced classes meet at 11:20am. Bring your own guitar! Call 931-484-6790 ext. 241 for details.

Crossville – FREE Intermediate Guitar Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Jun 25 @ 10:45 am – 11:15 am

FREE Guitar Lessons hosted By The Art Circle Public Library held every Saturday! Beginner classes meet at 10:00am, Intermediates meet at 10:45am, and Advanced classes meet at 11:20am. Bring your own guitar! Call 931-484-6790 ext. 241 for details.

Crossville – FREE Advanced Guitar Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Jun 25 @ 11:15 am – 11:45 am

FREE Guitar Lessons hosted By The Art Circle Public Library held every Saturday! Beginner classes meet at 10:00am, Intermediates meet at 10:45am, and Advanced classes meet at 11:20am. Bring your own guitar! Call 931-484-6790 ext. 241 for details.

Sparta – Good Time Cruisers Cruise-In
Jun 25 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Get ready to dust them off, check the tires, and top off the tank – the Sparta Good Time Cruisers are back on Liberty square each month April – October 2022 from 3pm till dusk! See you there!

Byrdstown – Barn Dance – Presented By The Good Neighbors Theatre @ Byrdstown Pavilion
Jun 25 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Good Neighbors Theatre invites you to put on your cowboy boots and get ready for a barn dance, featuring music by The Cross Brothers and dance instructions by Richard Grimberg!

The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for school age children, and there will be refreshments available for sale.

For more information, call (931) 864-4569.

Cookeville – Run The Cumberlands Medal Series Ending
Jun 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Run the Cumberlands 2021-2022 Medal Series ends this month with the Summer Splash 5k at Dogwood Park on June 25th.

The goal of Run the Cumberlands is to encourage residents to improve health by being active and attending running events in our area.

All of the races raise funds for charitable causes. Participants that ran in four or more of the races may receive a medal by emailing foundation@crmchealth.org

Cookeville – Summer Splash 5k – Cookeville Regional Charitable Foundation
Jun 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come on out to the Summer Splash 5k, and run or walk your way to the finish line!

The race will be held on Saturday, June 25 at 6:00 PM, and all proceeds go toward the Cancer Care Fund at Cookeville Regional Charitable Foundation. 

Registration and more information can be found online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Cookeville/SummerSplash

Monterey – Movies In The Park
Jun 25 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Monterey Depot Historical Society invites you to watch Lady And The Tramp at Whitaker Park after dark!

Bring family, friends, a blanket, and lawn chairs for this movie under the stars in Monterey!

For more information, contact the Monterey Depot Museum at (931) 839-2111.

Jun
26
Sun
Access The Tennessee Electronic Library For Free!
Jun 26 @ 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
Jun 26 @ 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.

Jun
27
Mon
Cookeville – School Of Dance Registration Open
Jun 27 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Registration is open for the Leisure Services School of Dance, which offers classes in the classic disciplines of ballet, jazz, and modern dance. We have opportunities for ages 3 and up.

Classes are held August through May at Cane Creek Recreation Center, followed by recitals at the Cookeville Performing Arts Center.

For more information, call 931-528-1313.

Cookeville – School Of Dance Registration Open
Jun 27 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Registration is open for the Leisure Services School of Dance, which offers classes in the classic disciplines of ballet, jazz, and modern dance. We have opportunities for ages 3 and up.

Classes are held August through May at Cane Creek Recreation Center, followed by recitals at the Cookeville Performing Arts Center.

The $10 registration fee is being waived for early enrollment through June 30. For more information, call 931-528-1313.

Fentress County – Collecting School Supplies
Jun 27 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Fentress County is collecting school supplies for students in need, and you can help!

The items they need are:

Binders

Folders

Wide Ruled Paper

College Ruled Paper

Composition Books

Spiral Bound Note Books

Rulers

Pencils (Wooden and Mechanical)

Pens

Crayons

Colored Pencils

Highlighters

Stick Glue

Liquid Glue

Pencil Pouches

Pencil Boxes

Erasers

Supplies can be dropped off at the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce. Contact Seth Vaughn at 931-879-9948 for more information.

Cookeville – Volunteer Recruiting – Presented By the Upper Cumberland Habitat For Humanity
Jun 27 @ 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
Jun 27 @ 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
Jun 27 @ 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.

Smithville – ACC Showcasing Artists In Appalachian Center For Crafts
Jun 27 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Artists from the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg will be exhibiting their work in a special exhibition in the Joe L. Evins Gallery at Tennessee Tech University’s Appalachian Center for Crafts through July 6th.

The exhibition is titles “One Year Later” and experiments within disciplines that span woodworking, metal work, ceramics, painting, and multimedia practices.

For more information, call (931) 372-3051.

Crossville – Beginner Tai Chi Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Jun 27 @ 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
Jun 27 @ 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
Jun 27 @ 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.

Overton County – 4H Plant Sale
Jun 27 @ 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.

Oneida – Annual Photo Contest Presented By Big South Fork
Jun 27 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Oneida – Annual Photo Contest Presented By Big South Fork is now taking entries for the 2020 Big South Fork photography contest. The deadline to submit entries is Friday, July 31st at 3:30 pm.. For more information on the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, please call (423) 286-7275.

Cookeville – Kids Art Class Presented By The Cookeville Art Studio
Jun 27 @ 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
Jun 27 @ 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 – Community Band Concert
Jun 27 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Join us at the Performance Pavilion in Dogwood Park for a free concert featuring a range of musical selections.

Concessions will be available, and don't forget your lawn chair or picnic blanket!

For more information, call 931-528-1313.

Jun
28
Tue
Cookeville – Open Pickleball
Jun 28 @ 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
Jun 28 @ 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.

Cookeville – ReBoot Camp
Jun 28 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Cane Creek’s three-month (re)boot camp, to be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 5-June 30, will take you out of your comfort zone and push you to be your best. This program incorporates body weight exercises, cardio and strength training. Space is limited. Register by March 25 for an early bird special of $75. For more information, call 526-7393.

Crossville – Trace Your Ancestors
Jun 28 @ 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.

Smithville – ACC Showcasing Artists In Appalachian Center For Crafts
Jun 28 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Artists from the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg will be exhibiting their work in a special exhibition in the Joe L. Evins Gallery at Tennessee Tech University’s Appalachian Center for Crafts through July 6th.

The exhibition is titles “One Year Later” and experiments within disciplines that span woodworking, metal work, ceramics, painting, and multimedia practices.

For more information, call (931) 372-3051.

Upper Cumberland – Caregiving and Housing Assistance Offered
Jun 28 @ 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
Jun 28 @ 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.

Cookeville – Pickleball Doubles League
Jun 28 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join a pickleball doubles league on Tuesday evenings starting June 7 – July 12 at Cane Creek Gymnasium!

Players must register with a partner, matches will be best 2 out of 3 games, and the league will conclude with a single elimination tournament on July 19.

For more information, call 931-526-9767.

Upper Cumberland – Donations Needed – Genesis House Domestic Violence Shelter
Jun 28 @ 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.