Summer reading

Franklin County Library’s summer reading program signup has begun for children. The program runs June 1-30 and features prizes for reading. For information, call 931-967-3706.

Lynchburg Jamboree

Everyone is invited to Lynchburg Jamboree every Thursday from 5-8 p.m. on the Lynchburg Square.

Prenatal classes

Prenatal classes will be held on July 11 and Aug. 15 at Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital in Tullahoma. Classes are free, but registration is required by calling 931-393-7938.

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, Monday, Wednesday 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.

Help with addiction

If you have a loved one struggling with drug or alcohol use, Narconon can help you take steps to overcome addiction in your family. Call for free screenings or referrals at 1-800-431-1754. To learn more, visit narcononnewliferetreat.org/blog/the-dangerous-waiting-game.html. In addition, a new substance-abuse treatment locator website from the Tennessee Department of Health is available at FindHelpNowTN.org. Also, StartYourRecovery.org is another resource with experts in substance-use-disorder treatment from leading nonprofit, academic and government institutions offering help in finding local support and treatment options including stories from individuals with similar life experiences and help in recognizing and dealing with substance use disorder.

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.

June 10-16

Free fishing

Tennessee’s 2023 Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day is Saturday in Tennessee, allowing all state residents and visitors of any age to fish free without a license in Tennessee’s public waters. Additionally, children ages 15 or younger may fish free the entire week, beginning on Free Fishing Day and continuing through the following Friday, June 16.

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 14

Flag Day ceremony

The town of Cowan invites everyone to join in to celebrate Flag Day Wednesday at 5 p.m. in front of the log-cabin courthouse next to the railroad tracks.

Community meeting

The Broadview Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual community meeting Wednesday at 5 p.m. at the fire department station located at 5253 Lynchburg Road, Winchester.  The public is encouraged to attend.

June 15

Republican Ladies

The Franklin County Republican Ladies will hold a luncheon meeting on June 15 at 11:30 a.m. at SUNRISE (The Breakfast Place), 42 E. Heikens Dr., Decherd. State Rep. Iris Rudder will speak. All are welcome.

June 16

Friday Night in the Park

Friday Nights in the Park will feature free live music on June 16 at 6 p.m. in Sewanee’s Angel Park located in the heart of Sewanee, featuring the band Utopia. This event is family-friendly. University Avenue will be closed to traffic.

June 17

Juneteenth Festival

A Juneteenth Festival will be held on June 17 at the Bedford County Courthouse Square beginning with a memorial walk at 7 a.m. at Woodfork Chapel AME Church, 1011 Lipscomb St. Shelbyville, followed by a parade at 10 a.m., contests, vendors, food trucks, entertainment and more. Visit bcjuneteenth.com for details.

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.

Car, truck, motorcycle show

The Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Helping Kids’ third annual Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show is on June 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 839 Dinah Shore Blvd., Winchester (old high school football field). Spectator admission is free. To show a vehicle, call 931-691-4604.

RC-Moon Pie Festival

The annual RC-Moon Pie Festival will be held on June 17 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Bell Buckle. See BellBuckleChamber.com.

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 22

Employment & resource fair

The Second Chance Employment and Resource Fair will be held on June 22 from 2-6 p.m. at the Tennessee Rehabilitation Center, 135 Baxter Lane, Winchester. All are welcome.

June 23

Friday Night in the Park

Friday Nights in the Park will feature free live music on June 23 at 6 p.m. in Sewanee’s Angel Park located in the heart of Sewanee, featuring the band Jettison. This event is family-friendly. University Avenue will be closed to traffic.

June 23-24

Frontier Days

Lynchburg’s annual Frontier Days will be held June 23-24 in downtown Lynchburg featuring vendors, music, games, food trucks, fireworks, carnival rides and more. Friday hours are 5:30-9 p.m. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visit www.lynchburg.com.

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 1

Boston butt sale

Franklin County AM Rotary will hold a Boston butt sale on July 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with pickup in the Franklin County Annex building parking lot at 829 Dinah Shore Blvd., Winchester. Cost is $50 each (average size 11 pounds pre-cook). Proceeds benefit the FCHS Interact Club.

July 4

Fireworks show

Twin Creeks Marina and the City of Winchester will host their Fourth of July Thunder over the Lake fireworks show viewable from the Winchester City Park or from a boat on the lake at dusk on July 4.

Sewanee Fourth of July

Everyone is invited to a day of fun during Sewanee’s Fourth of July celebration on July 4 on University Avenue in Sewanee. The theme of the celebration is “Fly like an Eagle.” Visit sewanee4thofjuly.org to register for the parade, arts and crafts fair and food-truck vending.

July 14

Friday Night in the Park

Friday Nights in the Park will feature free live music July 14 at 6 p.m. in Sewanee’s Angel Park located in the heart of Sewanee, featuring The Differents. This event is family-friendly. University Avenue will be closed to traffic.

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 21

Friday Night in the Park

Friday Nights in the Park will feature free live music on July 21 at 6 p.m. in Sewanee’s Angel Park located in the heart of Sewanee, featuring Towsen Engsberg. This event is family-friendly. University Avenue will be closed to traffic.

Sobriety checkpoint

The Tennessee Highway Patrol will hold a sobriety checkpoint on July 21 at 9 p.m. at Awalt and Mansford roads.

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.

Aug. 6

Beauty pageant

The Fall Heritage Festival Beauty Pageant will be held on Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. at Monterey Station, 104 Monterey Street, Cowan. For information, call 931-308-5754 or email fhfpageant@gmail.com. See fallheritagefestival.org.

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