Mother’s Day flower fundraiser

Hospice of the Highland Rim Foundation’s annual Mother’s Day flower drive is underway with a variety of beautiful arrangements for $20. Orders can be placed now through April 28 and must be paid in full at the time of the order. Pick up flowers May 10-13 at 101 Bragg Circle in Tullahoma. To order, call 931-581-5327 or email hhrf@lighttube.net.

Free food distribution sites

The following locations offer free food to all those in need: Abundant Life Church, 3310 Cowan Hwy., Winchester, on the second Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m.; First Baptist Church, 218 N. Main St., Estill Springs, on the second Saturday of each month from 9-10 a.m.; First Baptist Church, 108 S. High St., Winchester, on the first Saturday of each month in February, May, August and November; Campora Resource Center, 900 S. Shepherd St., Winchester, every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m.; Huntland United Methodist Church, 108 Methodist Ave., Huntland, on the third Saturday of the month at 2 p.m.; Good Samaritan Ministries, 1725 Decherd Blvd., Decherd, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; The Table, 106 Roger St., Cowan, every Saturday from 3-7 p.m.; Journey Church, 916 Dinah Shore Blvd., Winchester, every third Thursday.

NA meetings

Narcotics Anonymous meetings are held Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. at Decherd United Methodist Church, 300 E. Main St., Decherd. Call 866-801-6621.

AlAnon meetings

AlAnon meetings for family members or friends struggling with problem drinkers are held on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 100 S. Jefferson St., Winchester. In Tullahoma, meetings are held at Serenity House, 313 Collins Ave., Tullahoma, on Mondays at 7 p.m. For information, call 931-327-2165.

AA meetings

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held Mondays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. at 100 S. Jefferson St., Winchester. For information, call 866-641-9190.

Full Moon Healing Project

Anyone who has experienced any type of abuse such as domestic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking or who is struggling with mental health issues or substance abuse may attend the Full Moon Healing Project group meetings held each Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Campora Family Resource Center, 900 S. Shepherd St., Winchester. For information, call 931-636-1852, email thefullmoonhealing@gmail.com or visit the group’s Facebook page.

March 9

Tims Ford Council

The Tims Ford Council will hold a meeting tonight at 7 p.m. at the Franklin County Annex (stadium side and behind Farmer’s Market) with speaker Tom Liddell speaking on “The Beauty of Tims Ford Lake through the Lens of a Photographer.” The meeting is open to the public.

March 9-11

Fabulous Fifties Show

The 36^th annual Fabulous Fifties Show will be held tonight and Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. at 909 South Main Ave., Fayetteville. Adult tickets are $20 and children ages 3-12 are $5. Children younger than 3 are free when held by an adult. For ticket information, call Cary at 931-433-3933. All proceeds go to the Fabulous Fifties Foundation is a 501c3 organization that serves local citizens facing illness, accidents and hardships.

March 11

Democratic Party reorganization convention

The Franklin County Democratic Party will hold a reorganization convention to elect new leaders on Saturday in the large meeting room of the Franklin County Annex, 839 Dinah Shore Blvd. in Winchester.  All Democrats who are residents of and are registered voters of Franklin County are asked to attend to discuss the party’s agenda and events for 2023-2024. Arrive at 10:30 a.m. to register (must show identification). The convention starts at 11:30 a.m. Refreshments will be served. For information, contact Helen Stapleton at 931-636-6704.

Rabies clinics

Rabies clinics will be held Saturday at Salem House in the Salem community from 8:30-9 a.m.; Huntland City Hall from 9:30-10:30 a.m.; the Belvidere Community Center from 11 a.m. to noon; the Keith Springs Community Center from 1:30-2 p.m.; and at the Liberty Community Center from 2:30-3:15 p.m. Cost is $15 each. In addition, local veterinary offices are offering walk-in rabies vaccinations to any healthy dog or cat during their regular office hours at the discounted price of $15 per dog or cat.  No appointment is necessary, but a call to their business may speed up the process.

March 12

Daylight saving time

Daylight saving time begins with clocks advancing one hour ahead at 2 a.m. on Sunday. Turn your clocks forward an hour before going to bed on March 11 to be on track when you wake up.

March 16

Head Start meeting

The South Central Human Resource Agency will hold a Head Start/Early Head Start policy council meeting on March 16 at 10:30 a.m. at the central SCHRA office, 1437 Winchester Hwy, Fayetteville.

FCFRW

A meeting of the Franklin County Federated Republican Women will be held on March 16 at 11 a.m. at the Oasis Steakhouse in Winchester.  

March 17

SJCC Saint Patrick’s Day

Everyone is invited to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the South Jackson Performing Arts Center in Tullahoma on March 17 featuring fun for the entire family including a kids’ treasure hunt, Irish food, green beer, a full bar and live entertainment. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. with live Celtic music and food. Main-stage entertainment starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students age 11-17 and $8 for ages 10 and younger. Visit southjackson.org/performing-arts-series.

Senior Center Saint Patrick’s Day

Enjoy games, prizes and refreshments at the Saint Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17 at 10 a.m. at the Franklin County Senior Center, 74 Clover Dr., Winchester.

March 18

Rabies clinics

Rabies clinics will be held on March 18 at Bethel Methodist Church in the Broadview community from 8:30-9:45 a.m.; Lexie Church in the Lexie Crossroads community from 10:15-11 a.m.; the Church of Jesus Christ (old school) in the Winchester Springs community from 1:30-2:15 p.m.; and the Center Grove Community Center from 2:30-4 p.m. Cost is $15 each. In addition, local veterinary offices are offering walk-in rabies vaccinations to any healthy dog or cat during their regular office hours at the discounted price of $15 per dog or cat.  No appointment is necessary, but a call to their business may speed up the process.

St. Patrick’s Extravaganza

St. Patrick’s Extravaganza will be held on March 18 at the Rotary Park and Amphitheatre located at 557 N. Woodland St. in Manchester. This free, family-friendly event will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will feature live music, craft vendors, food trucks, games, beer, ax throwing and more.

Stories to Songs Workshop

Everyone is invited to attend a Stories to Songs Workshop on March 18 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Franklin County Library, 105 S. Porter St., Winchester. Marilyn Harris will provide live music.

Food Truck Frenzy

Everyone is invited to Tims Ford State Park, 570 Tims Ford Dr., Winchester, on March 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to participate in judging food vendors to help decide which food trucks you most want to see at park events this year. Cost to judge the food is $10 per ticket. Enjoy live music and other product vendors as well as a full day of programs at the park’s Nature Center.

March 21

Spring Soiree

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce will hold its 73^rd annual membership awards banquet called the Spring Soiree on March 21 at 5 p.m. at Monterey Station, 104 Monterey St., in Cowan. Wine-tasting, hosted by Beans Creek Winery, and social hour starts at 5 p.m. followed by dinner, the program and awards at 6 p.m. Cost is $75 per person. Get tickets by calling 931-967-6788.

March 22

ABC’s of Medicare

An ABC’s of Medicare class will be held on March 22 at 101 Sam Watkins Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. For information, call 931-379-2927 or email sctn.ship@sctdd.org.

March 23

Ladies’ Auxiliary

The Franklin County Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet on March 23 at 10:30 a.m. at SUNRISE (The Breakfast Place) in Decherd. Sandy Schultz, member of the Franklin County School Board, will provide an update on the search for a school director. If a director is named prior to the meeting, he or she will be invited. The Auxiliary’s newly elected FCRP officers will be introduced. All interested women are welcome. This event will be Dutch treat. 

March 25

Father Daughter Dance

The United Way of Franklin County Father Daughter Dance will be held March 25 from 6-8:30 p.m. at Monterey Station in Cowan. Photos begin at 4 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person on sale at Citizens Community Bank in Winchester. Only 400 tickets will be sold.

March 29

Women’s History Month

The University of Tennessee Space Institute will hold a Women’s History Month celebration on March 29 at 10 a.m. in the UTSI auditorium, 411 B.H. Goethert Parkway, Tullahoma. Chandra Alston, vice president of human resources at the UT Health Science Center, will be the guest speaker. A reception will follow. This is a free event and is open to the public.

March 30

Potluck

Bring a favorite dish to share at the potluck lunch on March 30 at 11 a.m. at the Franklin County Senior Center, 74 Clover Dr., Winchester.

April 1

Chili supper/silent auction

A chili-supper benefit will be held for police officer Dustin Pate on April 1 at 5 p.m. at the Capitol Hill Community Center, 5601 AEDC Road, Estill Springs. Cost is $10 for chili, dessert and a drink. A silent auction will also be held. Proceeds will assist Pate’s family with medical expenses associated with a kidney transplant. Donations may also be made by Venmo to @BrittanyPate.

Decherd Potato Festival

The Decherd Potato Festival will be held on April 1 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 200 East Main St., Decherd featuring a parade, bands, a seed swap, axe-throwing, a kids zone, a recipe contest, food trucks, silent auction and vendors. Find the event’s page on Facebook.

70s dance

A 70s dance will be held at the Franklin County Senior Center, 74 Clover Dr., Winchester, on April 1 from 6-9 p.m. The public is welcome to attend.

April 4

Franklin County preschool registration

Franklin County preschool applications will be accepted on April 4 from 1-5 p.m. at the school that parents wish their child to attend in the 2023-24 school year. The child must be 4 years old by Aug. 15 to apply. Bring a birth certificate, Social Security card, immunization record and current physical report, proof of residency (utility bill, rent receipt, etc.) and proof of income (2022 W-2’s or tax return preferred or last three consecutive pay stubs showing gross income or letter of food-stamp proof.) For information, call Patti Limbaugh at 931-967-0626.

April 5

STLS

The Southern Tennessee Ladies’ Society meets April 5 at 10 a.m. (social time at 9:30 a.m.) at the Franklin County Country Club. The Tigress from Fayetteville will present a fashion show. The buffet luncheon is $15. For reservations, call Tina at 931-967-4813 or email reply2stls@att.net. 

April 8

Mountain Goat Trail Race

Registration is open for the Mountain Goat Trail Race set for April 8 featuring a 5-mile run, 2-mile walk and half-marathon. Register at mountaingoattrail.org/run.

April 13

Kindergarten registration

Franklin County kindergarten registration will be held on April 13 from 1-5 p.m. at the school the child is zoned to attend during the 2023-24 school year. A child must reach age 5 by Aug. 15 to enroll for the fall. Bring a birth certificate, Social Security card, immunization record and physician’s physical report and proof of residency. For information, call Patti Limbaugh at 931-967-0626.

Business Expo & Marketplace

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce will host a Business Expo and Marketplace on April 13 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Monterey Station, located at 104 Monterey St. in Cowan. The public is invited. Admission is $5 with kids younger than 12 being admitted for free. Enjoy more than 90 vendors, food trucks, a kid zone and more. More than 100 door prizes will be presented. For information, call the Chamber at 931-967-6788.

April 21-23

Trails & Trilliums

Trails and Trilliums will be held April 21-23 at the Beersheba Springs Conference Center. Register for hikes and other nature events now. Learn more at trailsandtrilliums.org or email event chair Margaret Matens at margaretmatens@gmail.com.

April 22

United in Spirits

United Way of Highway 55 will hold its second annual United in Spirits fundraiser on BBQ Hill overlooking the Jack Daniel’s distillery on April 22 from 5-9 p.m. Tickets are $85 per person and can be purchased at highway55unitedway.org/united-in-spirits2023/ or by calling 931-455-5678.

April 29

HunterGirl & Noah Thompson

“American Idol” winner Noah Thompson and runner-up HunterGirl will perform live in concert on April 29 at 5 p.m. at The Old Gray entertainment venue located at 3781 Monterey Hwy. in Monterey, Tennessee. For tickets and information, visit theoldgray.com.

May 3

STLS

The Southern Tennessee Ladies’ Society meets May 3 at 10 a.m. (social time at 9:30 a.m.) at the Franklin County Country Club. The program will be an introduction of the society’s scholarship recipients. The buffet luncheon is $15. For reservations, call Tina at 931-967-4813 or reply2stls@att.net. 

May 6

Model-train show

American Legion Post 44 will hold a model-train show on May 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 110 N. Vine St., Winchester. Admission is $5 for adults with children younger than 12 free when accompanied by a paying adult. Vendor tables are available for $15 each. For information, call 931-308-8914.

June 12-16

Junior Ranger Camp

A Junior Ranger Camp for 6-8-year-olds will be held June 12-16 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Nature Center inside Tims Ford State Park. Campers will learn about a variety of outdoor topics and skills. Cost is $70 and will include a T-shirt, drawstring bag, snacks and activities. Space is limited. For information, call Park Ranger Dalton Smith at 931-434-6032 or email Dalton.smith@tn.gov.

June 19-23

Spirit of America Boating Camp

The Spirit of America Youth Boating Camp will be held June 19-23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for 12-15-year-olds at the recreation hall located inside Tims Ford State Park. Students will learn water safety, receive a Tennessee boating license and experience three days of water training with multiple types of boats. Space is limited. Cost is $85. For information, call Park Ranger Dalton Smith at 931-434-6032 or email Dalton.smith@tn.gov.

June 26-30

Junior Ranger Camp

A Junior Ranger Camp for 9-11-year-olds will be held June 26-30 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Nature Center inside Tims Ford State Park. Cost is $70 and will include a T-shirt, drawstring bag, snacks and activities. Space is limited. For information, call Park Ranger Dalton Smith at 931-434-6032 or email Dalton.smith@tn.gov.

July 17-21

Junior Ranger Camp

A Junior Ranger Camp for 12-15-year-olds will be held July 17-21 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Nature Center inside Tims Ford State Park. Campers will learn about a variety of outdoor topics and skills. Cost is $70 and will include a T-shirt, drawstring bag, snacks and activities. Space is limited. For information, call Park Ranger Dalton Smith at 931-434-6032 or email Dalton.smith@tn.gov.

July 24-28

Spirit of America Boating Camp

The Spirit of America Youth Boating Camp will be held July 24-28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for 12-15-year-olds at the recreation hall located inside Tims Ford State Park. Students will learn water safety, receive a Tennessee boating license and experience three days of water training with multiple types of boats. Space is limited. Cost is $85. For information, call Park Ranger Dalton Smith at 931-434-6032 or email Dalton.smith@tn.gov.

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