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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!

Oct
3
Mon
Livingston – Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings – Hosted By The Overton County Chamber of Commerce
Oct 3 @ 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.

Oct
4
Tue
Cookeville – Free Coffee For Veterans – Sponsored By American Legion Post 46
Oct 4 @ 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
Oct 4 @ 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.

Warren County – Commodities Distribution – Presented By UCHRA
Oct 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Your community is here for you! There will be a Commodities Distribution presented by UCHRA at Northside Baptist Church. Sign up will be available at the site. All are welcome. Call 931-476-4116 for more information.

Crossville – Beginner’s Quilting Camp
Oct 4 @ 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!

Crossville – Kid Bits Preschool Storytime – Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Oct 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Come enjoy a preschool storytime at the Art Circle Public Library! The class will meet at 10am in the Cumberland Meeting Room. There is a limit of 20 children per session, so call 931-484-6790 for info or registration.

Cookeville – Watercolor Class – Presented By Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery
Oct 4 @ 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
Oct 4 @ 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.

Crossville – Stephen’s Center Support Group
Oct 4 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

The Stephen’s Center is hosting a parenting seminar titled “Orientation, Assessing Nurturing Skills.” Sessions are held at The Exchange Club/Stephens Center office in the Crossville Commons Complex. For more information, call (931) 484-8923 or 1-800-635-5199.

Crossville – Stephen’s Center Support Group
Oct 4 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Stephen’s Center is hosting a seminar on “Orientation,Assessing Nurturing Skills”

Sessions are held at The ExchangeClub/Stephens Center office in the Crossville Commons Complex.

Thereis no charge for the classes. Everyone is welcome! 

For more information, call (931) 484-8923 or 1-800-635-5199.

Cookeville – Stephen’s Center Parent Support Group
Oct 4 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Sessions are to be held at Exchange Club/Stephens Center office located at 1680 S.Jefferson Ave, Ste C, Cookeville. 

October 4….………………..“Orientation,Assessing Nurturing Skills”

(No class on October 11 due to fallbreak in Putnam County)

October 18……..………….……“Understanding& Expressing Anger”

October 25…………………………….……“Criticism& Confrontation”

November 1……………………“DevelopingFamily Morals & Values”

(Noclass on November 8th due to Election Day)

November 15……………….……………………..………….“Empathy”

November 22………………………..………”Why DoParents Spank”

November 29.………………………………………“PraisingChildren”

December 6……..…….……………………….…“RecognizingStress”

December 13.….….…….………….………………Make-UpSession

There is no charge for PCCsessions. Certificateswill be awarded to parents attendingeight sessions within this series. 

Everyone welcome! For more information, call 931-823-6432. 

Cookeville – Stephen’s Center Support Group
Oct 4 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

The Stephen’s Center is hosting a parenting seminar titled “Orientation, Assessing Nurturing Skills.” Sessions are held at The Exchange Club/Stephens Center office at 1680 S Jefferson. For more information, call (931) 484-8923 or 1-800-635-5199.

Livingston – Auxiliary Unit 4 Weekly Meetings
Oct 4 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm

The Bohannon American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit 4 of Livingston meet on the first Tuesday of each month at the post headquarters (121 S. Church Street).  

The Auxiliary meets at 5:30pm and the Legion meets at 6:00pm.

Active duty military, honorably discharged veterans, and spouses are invited to attend.  For more information, contact Norm Osburn at 931-403-3380.

Livingston – American Legion Weekly Meetings
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm

The Bohannon American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit 4 of Livingston meet on the first Tuesday of each month at the post headquarters (121 S. Church Street).  Active duty military, honorably discharged veterans, and spouses are invited to attend.  For more information, contact Norm Osburn at 931-403-3380.

Cookeville – FREE Shakespeare In The Park
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

2022’s Shakespeare in the Park is Richard II!  This FREE production of the first play in Shakespeare’s second 4-part “history tetralogy,” a series of four plays that chronicles the rise of the house of Lancaster to the British throne. Concessions available. Bring your own chair! 

Oct
5
Wed
Crossville – Free Access To Heritage Hub – Art Circle Public Library
Oct 5 @ 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
Oct 5 @ 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
Oct 5 @ 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
Oct 5 @ 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
Oct 5 @ 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
Oct 5 @ 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
Oct 5 @ 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
Oct 5 @ 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
Oct 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

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 931-248-6148.

Cookeville – Everyone Loves Ceramics!
Oct 5 @ 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 – Presented By Art Circle Public Library
Oct 5 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Wednesday afternoons are for concerts! Come join us for this FREE concert at Art Circle Public Library as part of their noon concert series. This week, the Plateau Old-Time German Band will perform authentic Oktoberfest music in the Cumberland Room! All are welcome! Contact 931-484-6790 for more info.

Baxter – Terrifying Tales Of Tennessee
Oct 5 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

It’s spooky season! Sneak over to the library to hear some exhilarating stories that took place right here in Tennessee! These stories are suited for all ages, so gather the family up for an unforgettable afternoon! Contact the library (931) 858-1888 for more details.

Livingston – Stephen’s Center Support Group
Oct 5 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

The Stephen’s Center is hosting a seminar titled “Orientation, Assessing Nurturing Skills.” Sessions are held at The Exchange Club/Stephens Center office in the Crossville Commons Complex. For more information, call (931) 484-8923 or 1-800-635-5199.

Overton County – Stephen’s Center Seminars
Oct 5 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Stephen’s Center is holding a series of parenting seminars designed to support parents.

Sessions are held at The StephensCenter, located at 616 N. Church Street, Livingston. There is no charge for PCC sessions.  

October 5………………….”Orientation, Assessing Nurturing Skills”

(October12th- No Class, Fall Break for Overton Co Schools)

October 19……………..………………………………”Morals& Values”

October 26……..……….……….”Discipline-Rewards& Punishment”

November 2…………………….………………………………….”Praise”

November 9….………………………………………”PersonalPower”

November 16….….………………………….”Choices& Consequences”

November 23…………………….”Owning& Communicating Feelings”

November 30……..………………….……..……..”IgnoringBehaviors”

December 7….…….…….……………………………Make-UpSession

Certificates will be awardedto parentsattending eight sessions within this series. Everyone is welcome! For more information, call: 931-823-6432.

Cookeville – Open Maker Lab Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
Oct 5 @ 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 – FREE Shakespeare In The Park
Oct 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

2022’s Shakespeare in the Park is Richard II!  This FREE production of the first play in Shakespeare’s second 4-part “history tetralogy,” a series of four plays that chronicles the rise of the house of Lancaster to the British throne. Concessions available. Bring your own chair! 

Oct
6
Thu
Crossville – FREE Online Books Available – Art Circle Public Library
Oct 6 @ 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
Oct 6 @ 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.

Cookeville – Oil Painting Exhibition
Oct 6 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Center Stage presents oil painting artist Evie Zimmer in an exhibition titled “Glimpse,” in the Joan Derryberry Art Gallery on the campus of Tennessee Tech University Monday, Sept. 19 through Thursday, Oct. 20. There will be an artist talk and reception October 20 at 4:30 pm. Admission is FREE! For more information, call (931) 372-3637.

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club Meet
Oct 6 @ 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!

Rickman – Celebrate Recovery Rickman
Oct 6 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

I AM Worship Church, and many other churches invite you to a weekly drug recovery resource meeting. For more information, call Pastor Mark Ogletree at 931-498-1426 ext. 4.

Cookeville – FREE Shakespeare In The Park
Oct 6 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

2022’s Shakespeare in the Park is Richard II!  This FREE production of the first play in Shakespeare’s second 4-part “history tetralogy,” a series of four plays that chronicles the rise of the house of Lancaster to the British throne. Concessions available. Bring your own chair! 

Oct
7
Fri
Crossville – Wine Cork Pumpkin Craft Workshop – Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Oct 7 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

It’s finally fall! Come make an adorable recycled wine cork autumn decoration at the Art Circle Public Library in the Cumberland Room at 9am. For more info or to sign up, call 931.484.6790 EXT. 234.

Cookeville – “Train Tales” Presented By The Cookeville Depot Museum
Oct 7 @ 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
Oct 7 @ 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
Oct 7 @ 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 – Cane Creek Water Rentals
Oct 7 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Weekend rentals are back through October at the park concessions building, 201 CC Camp Road. Hours are Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Paddleboats, single kayaks, tandem kayaks, and canoes available! For more information, please call (931) 526-6668.

Cookeville – Open Maker Lab Hosted By The Imagine Foundry
Oct 7 @ 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!

Cumberland County – Relay For Life
Oct 7 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Cumberland County Relay for Life is excited to announce this year’s Relay for Life Event will be Friday evening, October 7, 2022 from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the Community Complex.

As a Cumberland County business, we need your help in this fight against cancer.  Please do one of the following:

Form a team:     Your business can form a team at our website relayforlife.org/cumberlandtn or contact Linda Taylor at ltaylor.relay@gmail.com for assistance in getting your team signed up

Become a Sponsor:   Corporate Sponsorships to our local Relay are available to showcase your business.  Businesses who donate $250 or more will be printed on the back of our Survivor shirts this year.

Purchase a Flag Pole Banner:  Banners will be displayed with your business name in Downtown Crossville.

For more information, please call 931-787-9793.

Cookeville – FREE Shakespeare In The Park
Oct 7 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

2022’s Shakespeare in the Park is Richard II!  This FREE production of the first play in Shakespeare’s second 4-part “history tetralogy,” a series of four plays that chronicles the rise of the house of Lancaster to the British throne. Concessions available. Bring your own chair! 

Livingston – Live Country Music and Dancing
Oct 7 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

It's time to cut loose! Bring your dancing shoes and enjoy the tunes of the Slick Nickel Band on October 7th from 7pm-10pm. This is a free, family-friendly night of country music and dancing you don't want to miss!

Oct
8
Sat
Sparta – A Lester Flatt Celebration
Oct 8 @ 12:45 am – 7:30 pm

Come on out to Liberty Square on October 8th for a day of award winning bluegrass!

The festivities kick off at 12:45am and continue with crafts, classic cars, food, and 5 back-to-back exceptional bluegrass performances that wrap up with a fireworks finale at 7pm! (chairs not provided)

Call 931-836-3248 for more information.

Monroe – Half Price Yard Sale
Oct 8 @ 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Come bargain hunting! Drop by to peruse the half price yard sale at McDonalds Chapel Church on Saturday, rain or shine!

Spencer – American Legion Post 207 Breakfast
Oct 8 @ 7:00 am – 11:00 pm

Come enjoy a hearty breakfast with your neighbors and support the mission of the American Legion! All you can eat for a suggested donation of $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children under 12. Hope to see you there!

Livingston – American Legion Breakfast
Oct 8 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Livingston’s American Legion Post 4 andAuxiliary Unit 4 are doing the cooking and the dishes for you this Saturday morning from 8-11 am. Come on out for all you can eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee, tea,milk and orange juice! A plate is $10for adults and $5 for children under 12.