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February 2025

Saturday February 22

6:00 am – 10:00 am
Cassville - Cassville Volunteer Fire Department Ham Breakfast
227 Cassville Ln, Sparta, TN 38583, USA

The Cassville Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a Ham Breakfast on Saturday, February 22nd!
Plates will be $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under.
Call in and take out orders are also welcome, (931) 761-2476.
Don’t forget to stop by and grab some hot food while you support your local volunteer fire department!

8:00 am – 11:00 am
Cookeville - Vaccine Clinic for Pets
Major Mike Shipley Spay & Neuter Clinic, 180 Miller Rd, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

The Major mike Shipley Spay & Neuter Clinic is having its first vaccine date of 2025!
No appointments will be required, this clinic will run on a first come first serve basis.
$15 Vaccines:

  • Rabies
  • Distemper/ Parvo
  • Bordatella
  • FVRCP Leukemia

$10 heart worm tests will also be available, as well as tick disease tests for $25, leukemia test for $25, fecal tests for $10, and more.

10:45 am – 11:15 am
Crossville - FREE Intermediate Guitar Classes - Art Circle Public Library
3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

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.

11:15 am – 11:45 am
Crossville - FREE Advanced Guitar Classes - Art Circle Public Library
3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

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.

2:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Cookeville - Every Brilliant Thing
Cookeville Performing Arts Center, 10 E Broad St #3285, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan will be preformed at the Cookeville Preforming Arts Center.
The show will begin at 7:30pm on February 14th, 15th, 18th, 20th, 21st and 22nd.
The show will begin at 2:00pm on February 16th and the 22nd.
Please note that this play will discuss some mild topics, discretion is advised.
Get your tickets today at CPACTN.com or call (931) 528-1313, office hours run from 9:00am – 5:00pm.
Hope to see you there!

5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Pikeville - Recognition / Auction Dinner
Bledsoe County High School, 877 Main St, Pikeville, TN 37367, USA

A dinner/ auction will be held on Saturday, February 22nd at the Beldsoe County High school in order to recognize local farmers and sponsors.
An auction will follow the meal and in order to enter you must bring an auction item or donation.

6:00 pm
Grundy - Annual Chili Cook-Off
SILENT CREED MC MOTHER CHAPTER, 414 Beersheba Hwy, McMinnville, TN 37110, USA

Join the Silent Creed Mother Chapter for their Annual Chili Cook-Off!
Enter your signature recipe for a chance to win bragging rights, some cool prizes, and the title of knocking Dozer off the the thrown.
Don’t cook but you still want to get involved? Then come as a taster and vote for your favorite chili!
Hope to see you there!

Mar
28
Thu
Big South Fork “Trail Keeper” Program
Mar 28 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am

Big South Fork Trail Keeper Program Needs Volunteers for 2019. The Trail Keeper program is a volunteer partnership for people who love the park’s trails and want to help take care of them. Trail keepers are expected to hike, bike or horse ride their adopted trail at least four times during the calendar year. They also report on overall trail conditions, pick up any trash, and submit a trail report after each visit. Trail Keepers are a valuable asset to the park staff. To learn more about the Big South Fork Trail Keeper program, email the park’s volunteer coordinator at effie_houston@nps.gov or call (423) 569-9778.

Cookeville “Dale Carnegie Team Leader Workshop”
Mar 28 @ 8:30 am – 10:30 am

Cookeville “Dale Carnegie Team Leader Workshop” will be held at the Leslie Town Center on March 28 from 8:30am – 10:30am. Learn to Lead Strong Teams.
Build on characteristics of strong teams for continuous improvement
Capitalize on individual strengths to take teams to higher levels of performance
Facilitate the intersection of diverse personalities in strong teams
Leverage competitive spirit to propel a team’s progress. $39 per person register with the Leslie Town Center 931-372-7200

Apr
2
Tue
Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Apr 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library Every Tuesday starting at 10:00am bring your preschooler for this FREE story time with Miss. Patty. Children 0-5 and their parent or caregiver can enjoy reading, singing and crafting.

Apr
3
Wed
Cookeville Teens Need Training Summer Camp Seeking Volunteers
Apr 3 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Cookeville Teens Need Training Summer Camp Seeking Volunteers
Attention Community Partners we are currently planning our KIDS summer lunch
program and our TNT summer day camp. If you or your group could spend one day or
more (just three hours per day) providing an activity at the lunch program, please let
me know. We are also looking for businesses or organizations to spend a short time
with the teens this summer demonstrating what you do, teaching job or practical life
skills or just interacting with them.To volunteer for get more information call 931-526-9793 ext 213

Apr
8
Mon
Overton County – 4H Plant Sale
Apr 8 @ 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.

Apr
9
Tue
Cookeville – Water Color & Acrylic Painting Class – Presented By The Cookeville Art Studio
Apr 9 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cookeville – Water Color & Acrylic Painting Class – Presented By The Cookeville Art Studio July 9th from 9a-noon. Lynne Looney will be instructing watercolor and acrylic painting classes for beginners through advanced students. Please call 931-526-2424 or come by 186A S. Walnut to pre-register. Fee for each class is $35.

Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Apr 9 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library Every Tuesday starting at 10:00am bring your preschooler for this FREE story time with Miss. Patty. Children 0-5 and their parent or caregiver can enjoy reading, singing and crafting.

Apr
11
Thu
Cookeville Teens Need Training Program Seeking Artist or Crafter
Apr 11 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Cookeville Teens Need Training Program Seeking Artist or CrafterAre you an artist or crafter? We are looking for a few good volunteers to spend just
one hour per month teaching these skills to our KIDS Matter or TNT youth. To get
started today call 931-526-9793 ext 213.

Apr
15
Mon
Crossville – Grief Support Group Hosted By The Crossville First United Methodist Church @ Crossville First United Methodist Church
Apr 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Crossville – Grief Support Group Hosted By The Crossville First United Methodist Church Meeting starting at 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Free meeting will be the third Monday of every month. You’re not alone. Grieving the loss of a loved one is hard. Come and let us help. For Information Call 931-484-3537

Apr
16
Tue
Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Apr 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library Every Tuesday starting at 10:00am bring your preschooler for this FREE story time with Miss. Patty. Children 0-5 and their parent or caregiver can enjoy reading, singing and crafting.

Apr
18
Thu
Cookeville Junior Woman’s Club Monthly Meeting
Apr 18 @ 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.

Apr
19
Fri
Sparta Amphitheater Bluegrass
Apr 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come and have a listen to some international bluegrass music at the Sparta Amphitheater July 20 from 7 – 9 pm. During this time downtown boutiques and galleries will stay open until 7 pm.

Apr
23
Tue
Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Apr 23 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library Every Tuesday starting at 10:00am bring your preschooler for this FREE story time with Miss. Patty. Children 0-5 and their parent or caregiver can enjoy reading, singing and crafting.

Apr
25
Thu
Big South Fork “Trail Keeper” Program
Apr 25 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am

Big South Fork Trail Keeper Program Needs Volunteers for 2019. The Trail Keeper program is a volunteer partnership for people who love the park’s trails and want to help take care of them. Trail keepers are expected to hike, bike or horse ride their adopted trail at least four times during the calendar year. They also report on overall trail conditions, pick up any trash, and submit a trail report after each visit. Trail Keepers are a valuable asset to the park staff. To learn more about the Big South Fork Trail Keeper program, email the park’s volunteer coordinator at effie_houston@nps.gov or call (423) 569-9778.

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club
Apr 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club meets every Thursday 7:00pm-9:00 at Dairy Queen in Crossville. Just show up and enjoy this FREE event to make friends and enjoy learning chess skills.

Apr
29
Mon
Overton County – 4H Plant Sale
Apr 29 @ 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.

Apr
30
Tue
Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
Apr 30 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library Every Tuesday starting at 10:00am bring your preschooler for this FREE story time with Miss. Patty. Children 0-5 and their parent or caregiver can enjoy reading, singing and crafting.

May
1
Wed
Cookeville Teens Need Training Summer Camp Seeking Volunteers
May 1 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Cookeville Teens Need Training Summer Camp Seeking Volunteers
Attention Community Partners we are currently planning our KIDS summer lunch
program and our TNT summer day camp. If you or your group could spend one day or
more (just three hours per day) providing an activity at the lunch program, please let
me know. We are also looking for businesses or organizations to spend a short time
with the teens this summer demonstrating what you do, teaching job or practical life
skills or just interacting with them.To volunteer for get more information call 931-526-9793 ext 213

May
2
Thu
Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club
May 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club meets every Thursday 7:00pm-9:00 at Dairy Queen in Crossville. Just show up and enjoy this FREE event to make friends and enjoy learning chess skills.

May
7
Tue
Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
May 7 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library Every Tuesday starting at 10:00am bring your preschooler for this FREE story time with Miss. Patty. Children 0-5 and their parent or caregiver can enjoy reading, singing and crafting.

Crossville – “Taco Tuesday” Bicycle Riding Club
May 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Crossville – “Taco Tuesday” Bicycle Riding Club Every Tuesday meet at the Cumberland County Bank parking lot from 6:00pm-7:00pm. To promote bicycle riding, there’s a group called “Taco Tuesday”. The group meets every Tuesday weather permitting and ride for roughly an hour. Afterwards the group meets for dinner (Dutch Treat) at the Casa Grande Restaurant located on the Miller Avenue Bypass. The riders consist of mixed skill set, from beginners to advanced riders, young (age 11) and old (age 66) male and female. The beginners will ride 3-4 miles and the more advanced riders will ride from 14-18 miles. This is FREE to attend, no sign up necessary. For more information call Steven Douglas at 931-200-2741

Cookeville – Restaurant Week – Presented By The Cookeville Regional Charitable Foundation
May 7 @ 11:00 pm – May 8 @ 12:00 am

Cookeville – Restaurant Week – Presented By The Cookeville Regional Charitable Foundation May 6th – May 11th in Cookeville. By dining at one of the below restaurants not only does it support local business but it helps patients in our region who have had a live changing medical event. Participating restaurants are: 37 Cedar, Backroom Bistro, Big Tony’s Pizzeria, Blur Rooster Canteen, Char, Crawdaddy’s, Father Tom’s Pub, Foglight Foodhouse, Mamma Rosa’s, Nick’s, Persis Indian Grill, Rib City, Seven Senses, Southern Rock Bouncin BBQ, Spankies, The Blue Pig and World Food.

May
8
Wed
Fairfield Glade – Farmers Market
May 8 @ 11:00 pm – May 9 @ 3:00 am

Fairfield Glade – Farmers Market every Wednesday starting at 11:00am-3:00pm at the Corner of Peavine & Stonehenge in Fairfield Glade. Enjoy fresh products grown here in our community.

May
9
Thu
Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club
May 9 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club meets every Thursday 7:00pm-9:00 at Dairy Queen in Crossville. Just show up and enjoy this FREE event to make friends and enjoy learning chess skills.

May
10
Fri
Crossville – Imagination Library Celebration – Hosted By The Art Circle Public Library
May 10 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Crossville – Imagination Library Celebration – Hosted By The Art Circle Public Library MAy 10th from 9:00am – 11:00am. Activities with the Cumberland County Playhouse. Along with Tom Mason the Blue Buccaneer, Balloon Sculpting, and Story Time.Enjoy thei Free family fun entertainment.

Crossville – Community Blood Drive Hosted By The Red Cross @ Crossville First United Methodist Church
May 10 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Crossville – Community Blood Drive Hosted By The Red Cross May 10th from 10:00am – 4:00pm at the Crossville First United Methodist Church. The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood! For pre registration call 1-800-RED CROSS

Livingston “New Residents’ Party” hosted by the Overton County Chamber of Commerce
May 10 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Livingston “New Residents’ Party” hosted by the Overton County Chamber of Commerce May 10th from 5:00pm-8:00pm at the America Legion Hall in Livingston. If you have moved to Overton County within the last few years you can enjoy learning about he area. Live music performed by local artist, the meal will be provided by the Livingston Regional Hospital. Grab a goody bag filled with local items. For more information on this free event call 931-823-6421

Gainesboro – Poke Sallet 5Krun/Walk Presented By the Poke Sallet Festival
May 10 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Gainesboro – Poke Sallet 5Krun/Walk Presented By the Poke Sallet Festival May 10th starting at 5:30pm. Enjoy an evening of fun at the 2019 Poke Sallet 5K Walk/Run! This race will take you full circle around the beautiful downtown of Gainesboro, TN and end at the site of the 41st Annual Poke Sallet Festival where you will be able to enjoy live music and great food from our many vendors! You and your family will enjoy the rides, games and all sorts of other attractions. Shuttle service will take you back to your vehicle when you are ready to go home. Come and enjoy our wonderful town that is set right on the Cumberland River. All the proceeds will go to benefit the Poke Sallet Festival so that we can continue this great tradition for many years to come!

To register visit: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=65496

Livingston – “5K Glow Walk / Run” Hosted By A.H. Roberts Elementary School
May 10 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Livingston – “5K Glow Walk / Run” Hosted By A.H. Roberts Elementary School May 10th with registration starting at 6:00pm and Run / Walk starting at 7:00pm. Registratino forms can be picked up at A.H Roberts Elementary School. Enjoy this fun filled Glow night to raise money for the Special Olympics. For questions call 931-823-5551

Baxter – Middle Tennessee Friday Night Singing Hosted By Bethlehem Church Of Christ
May 10 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Baxter – Middle Tennessee Friday Night Singing Hosted By Bethlehem Church Of Christ May 10th starting at 7:00pm at the Bethlehem church Of Christ. Singers Wanted to enjoy a night of music, food and fellowship. This is a FREE event for ll to enjoy.

May
11
Sat
Cookeville – Hope For Life Benefit Golf Scramble Presented By Teen Challenge
May 11 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Cookeville – Hope For Life Benefit Golf Scramble Presented By Teen Challenge May 11th at 8:00am at the TTU Golden Eagle Golf Club. It’s tee time! Grab your clubs and head to the 9th Annual Hope for Life Golf Scramble. $500 per team includes breakfast, golf, cart, mulligan, door prizes, and a Blue Coast Burrito lunch. CASH PRIZES to flight winners! Also included is a $500 Putting Contest. Closest to the Pin wins a 55″ Smart TV! You can easily register your 4-person team by:
visiting TeenChallengeUC.org
texting Green to 71777
contacting Danielle at 888-688-0470, ext. 104 or danielle@teenchallengeuc.org
All proceeds will help Adult and Teen Challenge of the Upper Cumberland continue combating drug addiction in the local region.

Gainesboro – Poke Sallet Festival Hosted By Poke Sallet Festival
May 11 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Gainesboro – Poke Sallet Festival Hosted By Poke Sallet Festival May 11th from 8:00am – 5:00pm on the square in Gainesboro. Enjoy this FREE family friendly event including care & tractor show, terrapin race, toad race, PokeSallet eating contest, Poke Sallet Annie contest, crosscut saw contest, Civil War Reenactments and to end the day the Outhouse Race. Concession vendors will be on hand to wonderful eats thru out the festival. come see the oldest running Poke Sallet Festival in Gainesboro.

Crossville – “Kitten Shower” Hosted By The Crossville Housing Authority
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Crossville – “Kitten Shower” Hosted By The Crossville Housing Authority May 11th from 10:00am-2:00pm at the Crossville Housing Authority. Come see adoptable kittens at this event. $5.00 entry fee kids 18 and under are free. This fundraiser will provide much needed items for the H.A.R.T Group. Helping animals Rescue Team. Enjoy refreshments, door prizes, and learn about Nail Trimming for your cat in the 1pm demonstration. Follow on FacebBook to sneak a peek at the silent auction items. Facebook.com/HARTrescue.

Crossville – Free Guitar Lessons with the Art Circle Public Library
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Crossville – Free Guitar Lessons with the Art Circle Public Library Every Saturday . Beginners at 10:00am and Intermediate at 11:00am. Bring your own guitar for the FREE class. Guitarist TJ will teach 2 to 3 songs with just one or two lessons. For more information call 931-484-6790

Crossville – Benefit Auction for the Turner Family Hosted By Knights Of Columbus
May 11 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Crossville – Benefit Auction for family of Lucas and Leigh Ann Turner Hosted By Knights Of Columbus May 11th starting at 11:00am-3:00pm at the Knights Of Columbus in Crossville. This fundraiser will benefit the Turner family to help with medical bills after their son was diagnosed with Spina Bifida. This event is presented by the Friends of the Turner Family. Enjoy a silent auction, live auction. BBQ or fish plate for $8.00. Help support this young family. For more information call 931-267-7540 / 931-267-2335.

Livingston- “Cruise In”Presented By Overton County
May 11 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Livingston- “Cruise In”Presented By Overton County May 11th on the Square in Livingston from 4:0pm-7:00pm . Enjoy this FREE family fun event. See cool vintage cars and trucks of all kinds. Participate in the 50/50 drawing, enjoy music on the square. For more information call 931-510-6624 or 931-397-4901.

May
13
Mon
Crossville – Summer Reading Program Kick Off Hosted By the Art Circle Public Library
May 13 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Crossville – Summer Reading Program Hosted By the Art Circle Public Library May 13th May 31st from 9:0am – 5:00pm. Summer Reading Program Kick-Off . These programs are free and open to all children from birth to age 11 and their Parent/Caregiver. Early registration is May 13 – 31 in the Children’s Library.For more information call 931-484-6790 .

Crossville – Chamber Board Meeting Hosted By The Crossville Chamber
May 13 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Crossville – Chamber Board Meeting Hosted By The Crossville Chamber May 13th starting at 5:00pm.
The Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce will meet at the Chamber office. Meeting is open to the public.

May
14
Tue
Cookeville – “Wrestle: Free Screening Presented By WCTE
May 14 @ 5:30 am – 7:30 am

Cookeville – “Wrestle: Free Screening Presented By WCTE May 14th at the TTU Backdoor Playhouse. WCTE Upper Cumberland PBS will host a free screening of the Independent Lens Documentary of Wrestle . Doors open at 5:30 and the screening to begin at 6:00.
Wrestle is an intimate, inspiring portrait of the wrestling team at Huntsville’s J.O. Johnson High School, which has been on Alabama’s failing schools list for many years.
As they fight their way towards the State Championship, wrestlers Jailen, Jamario, Teague, and Jaquan each face injustices and challenges on and off the mat, together grappling with obstacles that jeopardize their success while their tough-love coach Chris Scribner. Wrestle premieres on Independent Lens Monday, May 20, on PBS and will also be available simultaneously for online streaming at pbs.org.
Athletic teams, especially wrestling teams, are urged to come and join us for this movie.

Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library
May 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Crossville – “Kid Bits Preschool Story Time” Presented By The Art Circle Public Library Every Tuesday starting at 10:00am bring your preschooler for this FREE story time with Miss. Patty. Children 0-5 and their parent or caregiver can enjoy reading, singing and crafting.

Crossville – “Taco Tuesday” Bicycle Riding Club
May 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Crossville – “Taco Tuesday” Bicycle Riding Club Every Tuesday meet at the Cumberland County Bank parking lot from 6:00pm-7:00pm. To promote bicycle riding, there’s a group called “Taco Tuesday”. The group meets every Tuesday weather permitting and ride for roughly an hour. Afterwards the group meets for dinner (Dutch Treat) at the Casa Grande Restaurant located on the Miller Avenue Bypass. The riders consist of mixed skill set, from beginners to advanced riders, young (age 11) and old (age 66) male and female. The beginners will ride 3-4 miles and the more advanced riders will ride from 14-18 miles. This is FREE to attend, no sign up necessary. For more information call Steven Douglas at 931-200-2741

Byrdstown – American Legion Meeting
May 14 @ 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.

May
15
Wed
Cookeille – “Mayors’ Prayer Breakfast ” Presented By Cookeville City Mayor Ricky Shelton and Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter
May 15 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 am

Cookeille – “Mayors’ Prayer Breakfast ” Presented By Cookeville City Mayor Ricky Shelton and Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter May 15th 7:00am – 8:00am at Life Church. Participate in this FREE event and enjoy a time of fellowship featuring worship through music, a short uplifting message, and prayer for Cookeville, Putnam County, the Upper Cumberland and our elected officials and citizens. Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally will be the special keynote speaker. Feel free to make a donation that will benefit Feed America First, a faith-based hunger relief nonprofit that helps feed over 35,000 families in need every single month. Chick-fil A Breakfast will be included thanks to Nissan of Cookeville. Doors open at 6:45am. Program begins at 7am and will dismiss by 8am. Please RSVP at www.feedamericafirst.com/breakfast We hope to see you there!”

May
16
Thu
Fairfield Glad – Ladies Only Firearms Class – Presented By The Fairfield Glade Police Department
May 16 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Fairfield Glad – Ladies Only Firearms Class – Presented By The Fairfield Glade Police Department May 16 starting at 9:00am-11:00am at the Fairfield Glade Police Department. This class is designed for Ladies that have little or NO experience with firearms. Don’t bring firearms to this class. We will have some for display and instruction. Class time will be around 2 hours, and questions are welcome. Topics will include: different types and caliber weapons, cleaning, storage, loading, unloading and safe handling of firearms. This class is NOT for any certification

Cookeville Teens Need Training Program Seeking Artist or Crafter
May 16 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Cookeville Teens Need Training Program Seeking Artist or CrafterAre you an artist or crafter? We are looking for a few good volunteers to spend just
one hour per month teaching these skills to our KIDS Matter or TNT youth. To get
started today call 931-526-9793 ext 213.

Cookeville Junior Woman’s Club Monthly Meeting
May 16 @ 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
May 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Crossville – Cumberland County Chess Club meets every Thursday 7:00pm-9:00 at Dairy Queen in Crossville. Just show up and enjoy this FREE event to make friends and enjoy learning chess skills.

Cookeville – “Third Thursdays In The Park” Wild Blue Yonder Hosted By Dogwood Park Performance Pavilion
May 16 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Cookeville – “Third Thursdays In The Park” Wild Blue Yonder Hosted By Dogwood Park Performance Pavilion May 16th starting at 7:30pm at Dogwood Park.

At this FREE family event bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the Appalachian American Music of “Wild Blue Yonder” Edgy acoustic music rooted in the hills of East Tennessee. Mandolin, Martin, fiddle and banjo mix it up with fresh takes on old songs mingled with new original tales of life and love. Appalachian Folk, alt-country, Gospel and Celtic sounds combine in the WBY recipe for a tasty array of styles.

May
17
Fri
Sparta – Green Market
May 17 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Sparta – Green Market May 17th from 4:00pm-7:00pm at the Metcalf Pavilion near Liberty Square. Sparta Green Market begins its 5th year of fresh locally grown produce, meats, veggies and honey.If you have fresh locally grown produce or veggies for the first market in May, we would like to invite you to the market. More information about market vendors, entertainment, and other surprises will be published soon. Photo provided by Sally Kincaid Ware.

2019 Upper Cumberland Area Homeschoolers Prom
May 17 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Join us for the 2019 Upper Cumberland Area Prom for homeschoolers May 17 at Duck Pond Manor at 5:30 p.m.. The event is $25 to attend with dinner included. Dinner seating will be at 5:30 p.m. with dancing to follow. For more details on how to purchase tickets and dress code rules, find our page on Facebook: Upper Cumberland Prom 2019.