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January 2025

Tuesday January 28

8:00 am – 10:00 am
Cookeville - Free Coffee For Veterans - Sponsored By American Legion Post 46
829 E Spring St, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

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.

9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Crossville- Free Healthcare on wheels- Presented by St. Marys Legacy Clinic
151 St Alphonsus Way, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

Come receive free healthcare for people without insurance. This event is held the 4th Tuesday of every month 9AM-1PM. 
Services include, primary care and patient education. Presented by St.Marys Legacy Clinic.
For more information call 865-212-5570

9:00 am – 11:00 am
Macon - Commodity Diustribution
By Pass East, 607 Hwy 52 E, Lafayette, TN 37083, USA

The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) will hold a commodities distribution in Macon County on January 28th.
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 – 5:00 pm
Upper Cumberland - Caregiving and Housing Assistance Offered

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.

10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Cookeville - Tennessee Tech Intern Carnival
TTU Foundation Hall, Foundation Hall, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

You have been invited to the 2nd Annual Internship Carnival on behalf of the Tennessee Tech College of Business Professional Readiness and Leadership Center!
The 2025 carnival will be held on Tuesday, January 28th from 10:00 to 12:30pm in Foundation Hall on the Tennessee Tech University Campus.
Hope to see you there!

10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Crossville - Beginner's Quilting Camp
2569 Cook Rd, Crossville, TN 38571, USA

Quilting class designed for beginners ages 8-80! A sewing machine in good working order is required. There is a $40 class fee and an additional $25 fabric kit fee if needed. Contact Jane 931-335-0621 for a possible loaner sewing machine, more info, or to register for the class. Come for the morning, afternoon, or both!

10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Cookeville - Watercolor Class - Presented By Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery
186 S Walnut Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

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.

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

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.

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Putnam - Parent-Child Connection: Personal Power
880 W Jackson St, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

This class will meet every Tuesday from January 7th through March 4th.
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) 823-6432 or 1-800-635-5199 for more information or with questions.

6:15 pm – 7:15 pm
Livingston - Auxiliary & Legion Meeting - Hosted by American Legion Post 4 and Auxiliary Unit 4
121 S Church St, Livingston, TN 38570, USA

Bohannon American Legion Post 4 and Auxiliary Unit 4 of Livingston meet on the first Tuesday of each month at Post headquarters located at 121 S. Church Street.  The Auxiliary meets at 4:45 pm and the Legion meets at 6:15 pm. Active duty military, honorably discharged veterans and spouses are invited to attend.  For more information contact Ken Werner at 931-823-2386.

Dec
9
Tue
Upper Cumberland – Caregiving and Housing Assistance Offered
Dec 9 @ 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.

Grandparents As Parents
Dec 9 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month Peaks of Hope hosts a Grandparents as Parents support group session. This support group is free of costs. For more information call 931.229.0098.

Crossville – Beginner’s Quilting Camp
Dec 9 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come learn an ageless trade with this quilting class designed for beginners ages 8-80! A sewing machine in good working order is required. There is a $40 class fee and an additional $25 fabric kit fee if needed. Contact Jane 931-335-0621 for a possible loaner sewing machine, more info, or to register for the class. Come for the morning, afternoon, or both!

Cookeville – Watercolor Class – Presented By Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery
Dec 9 @ 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 9 @ 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.

Free Healthcare On Wheels
Dec 9 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

St. Mary’s Legacy Clinic is offering free healthcare to those without insurance. The services offered are of the following: primary care, disease prevention and treatment, minor injuries, chronic conditions, diabetes, blood pressure, patient education, and more.

Free Healthcare On Wheels
Dec 9 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

St. Mary's Legacy Clinic is offering free healthcare to those without insurance. The services offered are of the following: primary care, disease prevention and treatment, minor injuries, chronic conditions, diabetes, blood pressure, patient education, and more.

Cookeville – Parent-Child Connection Classes Presented By The Stephens Center
Dec 9 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Cookeville – Parent-child Connection Classes Presented By The Stephens Center Tuesdays from 3:30pm -5:30pm all classes are ZOOM Meetings.  Pre-registration will be required at Exchange Club/Stephens Center Office located at 1680 S Jefferson Ave, Ste C, Cookeville.  Call (931) 559-6432 for an appointment to register or for more information.  There is no charge for PCC sessions.  Certificates will be awarded to parents attending eight sessions within this series.  Everyone welcome!

August 4……………………………………“Orientation, AssessingnNurturing Skills”

 August 11…..…………………….……………“Children’s Brain Development”

 August 18…………………………………………………….……“Family Rules”

 August 25…………………………………………………………………“Personal Power”

 September 1…………………………………………………………………..“Self-Worth”

 September 8………………..…………………………“Family Morals & Values”

 September 15………..….“Using Rewards & Punishment to Guide Behavior”

 September 22……..……………………………………………….…..“Empathy”

 September 29….………….…………………………………”Make-Up Session”

 

Auxiliary & Legion Meeting
Dec 9 @ 6:15 pm – 7:15 pm

Bohannon American Legion Post 4 and Auxiliary Unit 4 ofLivingston meet on the first Tuesday of each month at post headquarters locatedat 121 S. Church Street.  The Auxiliarymeets at 4:45pm and the Legion meets at 6:15pm.   Our next meetings are Tuesday January 2nd.  Please note the new starting times for bothmeetings. Active duty military,honorably discharged veterans and spouses are invited to attend.  For more information contact Ken Werner at931-823-2386.

Byrdstown – American Legion Meeting
Dec 9 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Byrdstown American Legion Meetings will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 P.M. at the Dixie Cafe.

Dec
10
Wed
Crossville – Free Access To Heritage Hub – Art Circle Public Library
Dec 10 @ 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 10 @ 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
Dec 10 @ 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 10 @ 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.

UCAAAD Offers SNAP Assistance
Dec 10 @ 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
Dec 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

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

Crossville – Stamp Collecting Meeting
Dec 10 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Stamp collecting is a hobby everyone can enjoy together!

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

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

Crossville – Stamp Collecting Meeting – Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Dec 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

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.

Cookeville – Everyone Loves Ceramics!
Dec 10 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

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

Cookeville – Open Maker Lab Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
Dec 10 @ 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.

Dec
11
Thu
Yard Sale For Cancer Benefit
Dec 11 @ 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Beverly Johnson will be taking donations for a yard sale for a woman in the community who was diagnosed with terminal cancer. She will be taking donations September 7th from 7-5 pm at Center Grove Community Center. The yard sale will be held the following two days. All proceeds will go to funeral funds in hopes to get the funeral pre-paid for prior to her passing. For more information call 931-858-5055.

Crossville – FREE Online Books Available – Art Circle Public Library
Dec 11 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

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

Crossville – Trace Your Ancestors
Dec 11 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

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.

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club Meet
Dec 11 @ 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!

Livingston AA Group Meeting
Dec 11 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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
12
Fri
Yard Sale For Cancer Benefit
Dec 12 @ 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Beverly Johnson will be taking donations for a yard sale for a woman in the community who was diagnosed with terminal cancer. She will be taking donations September 7th from 7-5 pm at Center Grove Community Center. The yard sale will be held the following two days. All proceeds will go to funeral funds in hopes to get the funeral pre-paid for prior to her passing. For more information call 931-858-5055.

Cookeville – “Train Tales” Presented By The Cookeville Depot Museum
Dec 12 @ 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
Dec 12 @ 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
Dec 12 @ 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!

Dec
13
Sat
Yard Sale For Cancer Benefit
Dec 13 @ 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Beverly Johnson will be taking donations for a yard sale for a woman in the community who was diagnosed with terminal cancer. She will be taking donations September 7th from 7-5 pm at Center Grove Community Center. The yard sale will be held the following two days. All proceeds will go to funeral funds in hopes to get the funeral pre-paid for prior to her passing. For more information call 931-858-5055.

Crossville – FREE Intermediate Guitar Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Dec 13 @ 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
Dec 13 @ 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.

Cookeville – Southern Bluegrass Gospel
Dec 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come rejoice in the stylings of Southern Bluegrass Gospel the 2nd Saturday of each month at 6pm at Alethia Baptist Fellowship!
Contact 931-979-3904 for more info.

Dec
14
Sun
Access The Tennessee Electronic Library For Free!
Dec 14 @ 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!

Access The Tennessee Electronic Library For Free!
Dec 14 @ 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! Click here to access TEL free of charge – anytime, anywhere!

Allons – Hummel Chapel Church Service – Presented by Hummel Chapel Church
Dec 14 @ 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.

Dec
15
Mon
Volunteer Recruiting – Presented By the Upper Cumberland Habitat For Humanity
Dec 15 @ 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 – Beginner Tai Chi Classes – Art Circle Public Library
Dec 15 @ 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 15 @ 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.

Livingston – Read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program Available At The Millard Oakley Public Library
Dec 15 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program Available At The Millard Oakley Public Library. The Library participates in this program by providing prizes to preschoolers for reading. The child writes down 100 book titles they have read alone or with their caregiver. They turn in each sheet and get a prize, the biggest prize is after they have read their 1000 books!

Cookeville – Kids Art Class Presented By The Cookeville Art Studio
Dec 15 @ 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
Dec 15 @ 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.

Livingston AA Meeting
Dec 15 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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
16
Tue
Cookeville – Free Coffee For Veterans – Sponsored By American Legion Post 46
Dec 16 @ 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.

Upper Cumberland – Caregiving and Housing Assistance Offered
Dec 16 @ 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 – Beginner’s Quilting Camp
Dec 16 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come learn an ageless trade with this quilting class designed for beginners ages 8-80! A sewing machine in good working order is required. There is a $40 class fee and an additional $25 fabric kit fee if needed. Contact Jane 931-335-0621 for a possible loaner sewing machine, more info, or to register for the class. Come for the morning, afternoon, or both!

Cookeville – Watercolor Class – Presented By Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery
Dec 16 @ 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 16 @ 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.

Auxiliary & Legion Meeting
Dec 16 @ 6:15 pm – 7:15 pm

Bohannon American Legion Post 4 and Auxiliary Unit 4 ofLivingston meet on the first Tuesday of each month at post headquarters locatedat 121 S. Church Street.  The Auxiliarymeets at 4:45pm and the Legion meets at 6:15pm.   Our next meetings are Tuesday January 2nd.  Please note the new starting times for bothmeetings. Active duty military,honorably discharged veterans and spouses are invited to attend.  For more information contact Ken Werner at931-823-2386.

Dec
17
Wed
Crossville – Free Access To Heritage Hub – Art Circle Public Library
Dec 17 @ 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 .