April 1

Bluebird seminar

Everyone is invited to a free bluebird seminar to learn all about theses fascinating birds on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Tims Ford State Park Visitor Center with speaker Reeda Best.

BBQ fundraiser & auction

A barbecue supper fundraiser and live auction will be held Saturday from 6-9 p.m. in Kennerly Hall behind St. Marks and St. Pauls Church (formerly Otey Parrish) across from Sewanee Elementary School in Sewanee. Barbecue plates (barbecue, slaw, baked beans, desserts and drink) are $10. Takeout will also be available. All proceeds will go toward the purchase of tables, chairs and kitchen equipment for Crow Creek Valley Community Center’s new building.

Community egg hunt

A community Easter egg hunt, hosted by the Estill Springs Nazarene Church, will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Estill Springs Park featuring 300 prizes. Enjoy a free lunch along with door prizes. Everyone is welcome.

Chili supper/silent auction

A chili supper benefit will be held for police officer Dustin Pate on Saturday at 5 p.m. at the Capitol Hill Community Center, 5601 AEDC Road, Estill Springs. Cost is $10 for chili, dessert and drink. A silent auction will be held also. 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 Saturday 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, a silent auction and vendors. Visit the event’s Facebook page.

70s dance

A 70s dance will be held at the Franklin County Senior Center, 74 Clover Dr., Winchester, on Saturday from 6-9 p.m. Cost is $5. Wear your 70’s attire. The public is welcome to attend.

First Saturdays

First Saturdays kicks off for the season on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with vendors selling their wares around the Fayetteville downtown square.

April 4

Franklin County

preschool registration

Franklin County preschool applications will be accepted Tuesday 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.), 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 Wednesday 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

Pet Wellness & Awareness Fair

A Pet Wellness and Awareness Fair will be held on April 8 from 10 a.m. to noon at Animal Harbor, 56 Nor-Nan Road, Winchester. Cost to spay and neuter is $20 and rabies shots are $5 (services not performed on site). Free canine and feline vaccines, free pet pantry food by need, free education and more. Proof of income and residency in Franklin County is required. Attendees may pre-register by clicking the link on Animal Harbor’s website at animalharbor.org.

Easter egg hunt

Everyone is invited to an Easter egg hunt on April 8 at 1 p.m. at Monterey Station, 104 Monterey St. in downtown Cowan.

Easter egg hunt

Everyone is invited to an Easter egg hunt on April 8 from 10 a.m. to noon at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System, 185 Hospital Road, Winchester. Enjoy egg-hunting, prizes, face-painting, food trucks and more.

Easter egg hunt

Decherd’s Easter egg hunt will be held on April 8 at the Babe Ruth Ball Park, 117 College St., Decherd. Times: newborn through 3 years and special needs, noon; 4-7 years, 12:45 p.m.; 8-12 years, 1:30 p.m.

Easter egg hunt

An Easter egg hunt will be held on April 8 at 2 p.m. at Tims Ford State Park’s baseball field with four age divisions for ages 1-12. Several prizes will be presented including big-ticket items such as Hands-On Science Center tickets, High Score Arcade tickets, Tims Ford sunset boat tour tickets and more. The event is free, but please register in advance at tnstateparks.com and navigate to the “Upcoming Events” tab.

Fundraiser

A fundraiser will be held at Pioneer Motorcycles, 962 AEDC Road, Winchester, on April 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring door prizes, auction, music, drinks and more with proceeds going toward medical expenses for Emily Carson.

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 (younger than 12 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 15

Fish fry

The Broadview Volunteer Fire Department will host a fundraiser fish fry on April 15 from 1-5 p.m. at the fire station, located at 5253 Lynchburg Road, Winchester. Plates include fish, fries, chicken, beans, slaw, hush puppies, dessert and drinks. Cost is $15 for adults and $5 for children ages 6-12. Children ages 5 and younger are free. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20 for their 50/50 raffle drawing.

Night in Little Italy

The Decherd Knights of Columbus will host their famous Night in Little Italy spaghetti dinner on April 15 from 5-7 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Church Parish Center, 2037 Decherd Blvd., Decherd. The dinner will be served on china plates and will include spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, drinks and homemade desserts. Adult tickets are $10 and children younger than 12 are $5. All are welcome to eat in or take out.

Truck and Motorcycle Show

The 12^th semi-annual Pack the Park Car Club Truck and Motorcycle Show will be held on April 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at John L. Sanders Park, 117 College St., Decherd. Enjoy music, door prizes and much more. For information, call Norman at 931-308-6977.

Slawburger Festival

Fayetteville Main Street will present its annual Slawburger Festival on the Fayetteville Square on April 15 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy slawburgers, live music, contests, vendors, a 5K/10K and shopping.

April 16

F.C. Historical Society

The Franklin County Historical Society’s spring meeting will be held on April 16 at 2 p.m. at the Walker Farm, 1942 Greasy Cove Road, Huntland. The presentation will include a history of the house built in 1905 by John Rich and two VanZandt men from Salem who moved to Texas and became famous. This will be followed by the history of the cowboy and cowgirl in American, how Tennessee played a role in that and how a company in Franklin County still plays a vital role today. Everyone is welcome.

April 20-22

Motlow performance

The performance of “Chicago” will be held April 20-22 at 7 p.m. at Motlow College. Tickets are $12 each or $6 for students with a Motlow ID at the door.

April 21

Secrets of the Garden

The “Secrets of the Garden” artwork display by area artists can be viewed now through April 30 at Artisan Depot Gallery, 204 E. Cumberland St., Cowan. A meet-the-artist reception will be held on April 21 from 5-7 p.m.  

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.

Ride for Rev

The second annual memorial Ride for Rev in remembrance of J.T. “Rev” Steele will be held on April 22 with registration from 9-10 a.m. at the VFW, located at 6200 AEDC Road, Estill Springs. The ride starts at 10 a.m. and will end at Daddy Billy’s, 119 NW Atlantic St., Tullahoma. Registration is $20 per bike or $25 with a rider. Rain date is May 13. Proceeds go to local charities. Anyone who wishes to donate to the event may go to the VFW or to Daddy Billy’s and make a donation on the day of the ride. Call 931-308-7339 for information. 

April 27

Spring Concert

Motlow State Community College will present its Spring Concert on April 27 at 7 p.m. A reception will be held at 6 p.m. To reserve a seat, call 931-393-1709.

April 29

Fish fry

The Belvidere Firemen’s fish fry will be held on April 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. featuring all-you-can-eat at the Belvidere Community Center, 349 Belvidere Road, Belvidere. The event will be held indoors and will include fish, barbecue chicken, chicken strips, hushpuppies, fries, baked beans, slaw, drinks and homemade desserts. Cost is $15 for adults, $5 for children ages 4-12 and free for ages 3 and younger. Enjoy live bluegrass music featuring the Sims Family, Chuck Holcomb, The Old Time Christians, Journey Home and Final Crossing. The Belvidere Valley Lawn and Garden Pullers Association will host a pulling competition free at this location starting at noon. To enter the competition, call Mike Moore at 931-273-9314. For fish-fry information, call Ed Burns at 931-636-4488.

Babies in Bloom Baby Fair

Southern Tennessee Regional Health Services will hold a Babies in Bloom Community Baby Fair on April 29 form 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the hospital, located at 185 Hospital Road, Winchester. Enjoy local vendors, door prizes, refreshments, education and more. All are welcome.

Poker run

The Petersburg Community Cultural Coalition will hold its poker run on April 29 at 10 a.m. Register at 9 a.m. Each poker hand is $20 with five participating cards. Prizes will be awarded. For details, call 615-557-3022.

Vendor fair

Elk River Health and Nursing Center of Winchester will hold a vendor fair on April 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 32 Memorial Dr., Winchester. For booth information, call 931-967-0200.  

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. For tickets and information, visit theoldgray.com.

May 3

STLS

The Southern Tennessee Ladies’ Society meets on 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 email reply2stls@att.net. 

May 6

FCHS 70s Decade Reunion

All Franklin County High School classes from 1960 through the 1990s are welcome to attend a FCHS 70s Decades Reunion on May 6 from 6 p.m. to midnight at the Belvidere Community Center, 349 Belvidere Road, Belvidere. Food wagons will be available. This is a BYOB event. Sodas and water will be available inside the event. The Hairy Canary Band will perform. Cost for couples is $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Singles cost is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. For more information, email mikewright0154@gmail.com.

High on the Hog Poker Run

Brothers of the Wheel will sponsor a High on the Hog Poker Run on May 6 starting with registration at 10 a.m. at Pavilion No. 3 in the Winchester City Park. Cost is $20 per bike. Rain date is May 13. For information, call 256-724-2461 or 931-607-6407.

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.

May 13

Double Steak Showdown

The Tims Ford Double Steak Showdown will be held on May 13 starting at 10 a.m. at the Winchester City Park, 1561 Phillip Fulmer Pkwy., Winchester. Cash prizes will be presented in a number of categories, including steak, sausage, tater and kids burger. Sign up at steakcookoffs.com. For more information, call 931-308-7326.

High on the Hog Cruise-In

The Franklin County Kiwanis High on the Hog Festival will hold a Cruise-In on May 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Winchester City Park. Visit highonthehogfestival.com for information.

May 17-21

High on the Hog Festival

The High on the Hog Festival will be held May 17-21 at Winchester City Park featuring a cookoff, cruise-in, crafts, vendors, a carnival and more. Visit highonthehogfestival.com for details.

May 24

Roadside checkpoints

The Tennessee Highway Patrol will conduct a roadside-safety checkpoint on May 24 at 9 a.m. at Hwy. 130 at Old Estill Road.

May 30

Storm-spotter class

A free, online SKYWARN storm-spotter class will be held on May 30 from 6-8 p.m. SKYWARN is a volunteer program of trained weather spotters across the nation who provide timely and accurate reports of hazardous weather to the National Weather Service. For information, visit www.weather.gov/hun/, email Jeremy.Buckles@noaa.gov, email Anthony.Cavallucci@noaa.gov or call 423-586-3771.

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 17

Golf ‘Fore’ Paws

Animal Harbor’s Golf Fore Paws fundraiser, a four-person scramble event, will be held on June 17 with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. at The Bear Trace at Tims Ford State Park. To register, visit animalharbor.org or call Emily Holland at 931-308-8785.

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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