Lynchburg Jamboree

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

Prenatal classes

A free prenatal class will be held on Tuesday at Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital in Tullahoma. Registration is required by calling 931-393-7938.

Food distribution

The following locations are offering free food when available 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. 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 or email thefullmoonhealing@gmail.com.

Farmers Markets

The Franklin County Farmers Market is in full swing with local farmers offering their goods each Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon at 817 Dinah Shore Blvd., Winchester. Some vendors are also there on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 7 a.m. In addition, a farmers market is held at the Franklin County Senior Center, 74 Clover Dr. in Winchester, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 7 a.m. to noon.

TN Camp Thrive

Tennessee Camp Thrive in Franklin County is looking for 30 committed children ages 9-12 and their families to participate in their year-long day camp that will provide social activities, leadership lessons and fun outings. Camp is held one Saturday each month. For information, call 931-800-9112. This project is funded under a grant contract with the State of Tennessee.

Chess

All ages and skill levels are welcome to join in for chess at the Franklin County Library on Saturdays from 8-11 a.m.

Motlow College

All Motlow State Community College campuses will be closed on Aug 17 for Fall Convocation. Business hours resume on Aug. 18 at 8 a.m. and fall classes begin Aug. 21.

Aug. 10-Oct. 31

Grocery tax holiday

Tennessee’s 2023 grocery tax holiday on food and food ingredients is underway and runs through Oct. 31. Liquor is not included.

Aug. 10

Tims Ford Council

The Tims Ford Council’s membership meeting is tonight at 7 p.m. in the Franklin County Annex’s Community Room (enter on stadium side) with speaker Beth Rhoton. The meeting is open to the public and guests are welcome.

Aug. 12

Chess

All ages and skill levels are welcome to join in for chess at the Franklin County Library on Saturday from 8-11 a.m.

Aug. 15

DAV meeting

Disabled American Veterans Chapter #71 (Franklin County and beyond) will meet Aug. 15 at the VFW building on AEDC Road in Estill Springs. Dinner is served at 5 p.m. followed by the business meeting at 5:45 p.m. All veterans and their spouses are welcome. For dinner reservations, contact Senior Vice Cmdr. Doug Freund at 815-861-8091 or dafreundz@gmail.com. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month. For information, call 931-924-3000.   

Aug. 17

SCHRA

South Central Human Resource Agency Head Start/Early Head Start Policy Council meets Aug. 17 at 10:30 a.m. at the central office in Fayetteville.

Aug. 23

Debate

The Franklin County Republican Party is hosting the showing of the first Republican Presidential debate at the Oldham Theatre on Aug. 23 at 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. A straw poll will be taken. There is no charge, but donations are welcome and the concession stand will be open.

Aug. 26

Bone drop

Animal Harbor will hold their annual bone drop Aug. 26 featuring family entertainment, food, agility demonstration and live music by Julie Taylor. Buy a bone for $100 for a chance to win $3,000, $1,500 or $500. See animalharbor.org or text Emily at 931-308-8785.

Sept. 2

Family reunion

Descendants of William Andrew Limbaugh (1876-1938) and his wife, Mary Virginia “Jennie” Counts (1881-1920), invite all relations to join them at Walnut Grove gym for a family reunion on Sept. 2 starting at 10 a.m. Bring your favorite dish and a drink to share. Paper products and ice will be provided. Walnut Grove Gym is located at 980 Walnut Grove Road, Belvidere.  For information, call or text Jerry Limbaugh at 931-308-6291.

Sept. 4

STLS

The Southern Tennessee Ladies’ Society meets on Sept. 4 at 9:30 a.m. at Winchester Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 200 Second Ave. NW, Winchester.

Sept. 19

DAV meeting

Disabled American Veterans Chapter #71 (Franklin County and beyond) will meet on Sept. 19 at the VFW building on AEDC Road in Estill Springs. Dinner is served at 5 p.m. followed by the business meeting at 5:45 p.m. All veterans and their spouses are welcome. For dinner reservations contact Senior Vice Cmdr. Doug Freund at 815-861-8091 or dafreundz@gmail.com. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month. For information, call 931-924-3000.  

Sept. 23

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be held on Sept. 23 at the Jack Daniel’s Distillery Visitor Center, 133 Lynchburg Hwy., Lynchburg. Register at 8:30 a.m. or online at alz.org/walk. The ceremony starts at 9 a.m.  This event raises awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

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