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.

Oct. 5

Blood drive

Blood Assurance will hold a blood drive today from noon to 4 p.m. at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Sewanee.

Oct. 5-7

Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Enjoy a production of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” tonight, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. on the courtyard stage at the South Jackson Civic Center, 404 South Jackson St., Tullahoma.

Oct. 6

Blood drive

Blood Assurance will hold a blood drive Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Winchester.

Oct. 6

Sobriety checkpoint

The Tennessee Highway Patrol will conduct a sobriety checkpoint Friday at 9 p.m. at State Highway 50 and Owl Hollow Church of Christ.

Oct. 6-7

Old Timers Day

Old Timers Day will be held on Oct. 6-7 on Manchester’s downtown square featuring free bingo on Friday at 7 p.m., a parade Saturday at 10 a.m., music, clogging, a cake walk, a petting zoo, kids’ games and giveaways, craft and food vendors and more. Visit the “Manchester Old Timers Day” Facebook page, call 931-570-0370 or email oldtimersday@hotmail.com for details.

Oct. 7

Color fun walk

Franklin County Coordinated School Health invites all ages to a free, one-mile community color fun walk on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at Winchester City Park Pavilion 1.

Fall Festival

Tims Ford State Park’s Fall Festival will be held on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Tims Ford State Park featuring hay rides, programs, food and craft vendors and more. For information, call 931-434-6032.

Overnight canoe float

Join in for an overnight canoe float trip on Saturday at Tims Ford Lake starting from Lakeview Marina inside Tims Ford State Park and paddling about five miles to Goose Island to camp. Age limit is 13. Cost is $35 for children ages 13-18 and $55 for adults. For information, call Park Ranger Dalton Smith at 931-434-6032.

One Day of Hope

Manchester’s annual One Day of Hope will be held Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Coffee County Fairgrounds, 99 Lakeview Dr., Manchester. The event is free for families in need. Services include free groceries, haircuts, clothing, prayer, job and career services, lunches, free family portraits, medical and dental screenings, community services and a kids’ zone.

Golf tournament

The Hiles Memorial Golf Tournament will be held Saturday with tee time at 8:30 a.m. at Scenic View Golf Course. Reserve a spot by calling 931-967-5224.

Open house

Swiss Pantry’s open house and customer-appreciation day is Saturday at 10026 David Crockett Pkwy. West, Belvidere. Enjoy free coffee and donuts, samples, door prizes and vendors. 

Old Time Harvest Days

Everyone is invited to Old Time Harvest Days on Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Wartrace. Enjoy craft and food vendors, music, demonstrations, cloggers, a petting zoo and an apple-pie bake-off. 

Fright Night dinner

Enjoy a Fright Night dinner Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. at Magnolia Hill Manor, 974 Lynchburg Road, Winchester. Cost is $25 per person. Call 931-327-5056 for tickets.

Oct. 7-8

Jack and Back ride

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society will host its annual Bike MS: Jack and Back ride beginning at Eagleville High School outside of Franklin on Saturday and finishing at the Jack Daniel’s Distillery in Lynchburg where a dinner celebration will be held. Then, on Sunday, cyclists leave Jack Daniel’s and finish at Eagleville High School. Visit events.nationalmssociety.org for details.

Oct. 9-13

Fall break

Franklin County public schools will be closed for fall break Oct. 9-13. School resumes Oct. 16.

Oct. 12

Cheers for the Girls

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System’s sixth annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month breakfast event, Cheers for the Girls, will be held on Oct. 12 at 8:30 a.m. at the Honeysuckle at Twin Creeks with local breast cancer survivor Megan Hershman sharing her inspiring testimony. Cheers for the Girls T-shirts are available to purchase at Treasures, located at 1307 Dinah Shore Blvd. in Winchester, with proceeds benefiting the Multi-County Cancer Support Network. To attend this free event, simply register online at SouthernTnWinchester.com/event/121.

Customer appreciation

Elk River Public Utility District, 635 Dinah Shore Blvd., Winchester, will hold a customer-appreciation day on Oct. 12 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. featuring snacks, giveaways and more

Fright Night dinner

Enjoy a Fright Night dinner Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. at Magnolia Hill Manor, 974 Lynchburg Road, Winchester. Cost is $25 per person. Call 931-327-5056 for tickets.

Oct. 13

BBQ competition

The Jack Daniel’s World Championship BBQ Competition is Oct. 13 starting at noon in Wiseman Park in Lynchburg. Enjoy barbecue, entertainment, a pet show, butt bowling and more. Admission is free.

Oct. 14

Cruisin’ for the Vets

American Patriot VFW Post 1893 Woods Reservoir will host its second annual Cruisin’ for the Vets Car, Truck and Bike Show on Oct. 14 (rain date Oct. 15) with registration starting at 9 a.m. at Winchester City Park located on Highway 130. Registration for vehicles or bikes is $15 ($10 for second). Dash plaques will be presented to the first 50 vehicles and 25 bikes with all makes and models welcome. Vehicles and bikes will be judged by registered operators. Enjoy trophies, door prizes and great food with all proceeds going to needy veterans. Call Wayne Sanders at 931-580-2313 for information.

Fish fry

A fish-fry fundraiser will be held on Oct. 14 from 1-5 p.m. at the Broadview Volunteer Fire Department, 5253 Lynchburg Road, Winchester. Plates include fish, fries, chicken, beans, slaw, hush puppies, dessert and drink. Cost is $15 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12 and free for 5 and younger. A 50/50 raffle drawing will be held with tickets for $5 each or five for $20.

Class of 1965 reunion

The Franklin County High School Class of 1965 will hold a class reunion on Oct. 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Franklin County Country Club in Winchester. Visit with classmates and enjoy lunch as well as a special program. Cost is $40 per person. Register by Sept. 30 by emailing or calling Sherron Hammond at sherronhm@yahoo.com or 931-636-0842 or mail checks to Sherron Hammond, 56 Maple Bend Road, Winchester, TN 37398.

Octoberfest

Octoberfest 2023 will be held on Oct. 14 from noon to 8 p.m. on the grounds of the South Jackson Civic Center, 404 South Jackson St., Tullahoma. Enjoy entertainment, food, beer and festivities as well as vendors. Admission is free.

Fall festival

A family fall festival will be held on Oct. 14 from noon to 3 p.m. at 209 NW Atlantic St., Tullahoma, hosted by Alex Walsh, realtor. Enjoy a chili cook-off competition, a pie-baking contest, arts and crafts, prizes and more. To register for the competitions, call or text 443-534-1909.

Toy drive

The Tennessee State Trooper Highway Patrol’s Bears that Care Toy Drive is Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at North Middle School, 2990 Decherd Blvd., Winchester. Enjoy a display of vehicles, Santa, hot dogs and games. Bring a new, unwrapped toy.

Oct. 17

DAV meeting

Disabled American Veterans Chapter #71 (Franklin County and beyond) will meet on Oct. 17 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.

Oct. 19

Wines of the World

Everyone is invited to the Wines of the World fundraiser on Oct. 19 at 6 p.m. on the lawn of the South Jackson Civic Center in Tullahoma. Enjoy five different wines with food pairings. Tickets are $75 per couple. Proceeds go to the Multi-County Cancer Support Network. For tickets, call 931-273-7394.

Head Start meetings

The South Central Human Resource Agency Head Start/Early Head Start Policy Council meets on Oct. 19 at 10:30 a.m. at the SCHRA office in Fayetteville.

Oct. 20

AngelFest Celebration

The Sewanee Business Alliance and the University of the South welcome everyone to their AngelFest Celebration on Oct. 20 at Angel Park in Sewanee to welcome the University’s new vice chancellor, Rob Pearigen. Children’s activities begin at 5 p.m. followed by a performance by the band Entice at 7 p.m. Food trucks will offer a wide selection of cuisine. University Avenue will be temporarily closed to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees. Shuttle services will be offered.

Oct. 21

FCHS reunion

The Franklin County High School Class of 2003 will hold its 20^th class reunion on Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. at the Franklin County Country Club. Tickets, which include dinner, are $45 and are available on the group’s Facebook page or by emailing FC2003reunion@gmail.com.

Turkey Trot

The Hospice 5K Turkey Trot and One-Mile Fun Run will be held on Oct. 21 at Tims Ford State Park. Check in at 7:30 a.m. at the visitor center. The race starts at 9 a.m. with runners and walkers of all ages welcome in person or virtually. Register by noon on Oct. 6 to be guaranteed a shirt. Register online at hospiceofthehighlandrimfoundation.org or at the visitor center, email HHRF@lighttube.net or call 931-563-7439. Cost is $35 each and $100 for up to five individuals. Awards and refreshments will be provided.

Fright Night dinner

Enjoy a Fright Night dinner and entertainment on Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. at Magnolia Hill Manor, 974 Lynchburg Road, Winchester. Cost is $35 per person. Call 931-327-5056 for tickets.

Oct. 23

Free childbirth class

A free childbirth class for expecting parents will be given on Oct. 23 from 4-7 p.m. at Southern Tennessee Employee Development Center, 1397 South College St., Winchester. Register online at southerntnwinchester.com or e-mail Catherine Chappell, BSN, RN at catherine.chappell@lpnt.net. 

Oct. 24

Blood drive

An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Oct.24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Franklin County, 925 Dinah Shore Blvd., Winchester.

Oct. 27

Blood drive

An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Oct. 27 from 1-7 p.m. at Winchester Church of Christ, 1230 South College St., Winchester.

Oct. 27-28

Haunted Island

The Haunted Island at Devil’s Step will be held on Oct. 27 starting at 5 p.m. and Oct. 28 starting at 8 p.m. at the Devil’s Step Boat Ramp featuring a short boat ride to Devil’s Step Island. All ages are welcome. Cost is $20 per person. Tickets are available at reserve.tnstateparks.com.

Oct. 28

Trail of Tears walk

A Trail of Tears Commemorative Walk will be held on Oct. 28 starting at 11:30 a.m. at Old Cowan Road Park, 200 Wilson Street in Winchester. The 0.8-mile-walk ends at the Franklin County Library at 12:30 p.m. with demonstrations and presentations through 4 p.m. Cherokee storyteller Bo Tayler will share stories at 1:30 p.m. The library will be open for extended hours.

Botanical art

Everyone is invited to produce a botanically-correct painting of a leaf by transferring a rubbing of it to watercolor paper. Materials will be provided for this free activity which is suited for all ages. Meet in Spencer Hall, Room 171 at the University of the South in Sewanee.

Chili cook-off

The annual Fire on the Mountain Chili Cook-off will be held on Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hannah Pickett Park in Monteagle. Enjoy arts and crafts and children’s activities. Sample chili for $5. Email info@southcumberlandchamber.com or call 931-924-5353 for information.

Oct. 29

Boo Bash

Winchester Downtown’s Boo Bash is Oct. 29 starting at 2 p.m. in downtown Winchester. Enjoy a costume contest, trick-or-treating, a pumpkin-carving contest, historic ghost tours and more fun for the whole family. 

Halloween tea

Enjoy Ghoul Friend Halloween Tea on Oct. 29 at 1 p.m. at Magnolia Hill Manor, 974 Lynchburg Road, Winchester. Cost is $25 per person. Call 931-327-5056 for tickets.

Nov. 1

Flu shots

The Franklin County Health Department will offer free flu vaccines to the public beginning Nov. 1. No appointment is needed.

Nov. 3

Sobriety checkpoint

The Tennessee Highway Patrol will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Nov. 3 at 9 p.m. at Awalt Road and Mansford Road. 

Nov. 3-4

STLS Holiday Market

Everyone is invited to the Southern Tennessee Ladies’ Society’s Holiday Market Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Franklin County Annex in Winchester. Admission is free to enjoy craft vendors, baked goods and more.

Nov. 4

Animal Harbor Goes Hollywood

Everyone is invited to dress as a favorite movie character and join in for a star-studded fundraising night, “Animal Harbor Goes Hollywood,” on Nov. 4 from 6-9 p.m. at Monterey Station in Cowan. Activities include an exclusive cigar-and-whiskey porch, red-carpet photos, DJ music through the decades, swing-dance demonstrations and fancy food stations. Cost is $65 each, $85 with a T-shirt, $130 for couples, $170 for couples and two T-shirts. VIP tables are $550 for eight tickets and a VIP experience. Proceeds go to Animal Harbor’s mission.

SBCO charitable event

The Sportsmen and Businessmen’s Charitable Organization will host its annual charitable event on Nov. 4 from 5:30-10 p.m. at the Manchester Coffee County Conference Center. Enjoy dinner, music, dancing, a silent and live auction and a $5,000 reverse raffle. Dinner reservations are $50 each. Call 931-581-7909 for information.

The Motowners

Join in for the Motowners concert at the South Jackson Civic Center, 404 South Jackson St., Tullahoma, on Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance or $22 at the door. Visit southjackson.org.

Nov. 5

Fall back

 Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. on Nov. 5 when we “fall back,” or turn back the clock back an hour to standard time.

Nov. 11

Christmas Market

A Christmas Market will be held at the Manchester Arts Center, 128 East Main St. Manchester, on Nov. 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy crafts, food and photos with Santa. 

Nov. 13

Free childbirth class

A free childbirth class for expecting parents will be given on Nov. 13 from 4-7 p.m. at the Southern Tennessee Employee Development Center, 1397 South College St., Winchester. Register online at southerntnwinchester.com or email Catherine Chappell, BSN, RN at catherine.chappell@lpnt.net. 

Nov. 24

Tis the Season

The second annual Tis the Season event will be held in downtown Winchester on Nov. 24 from 3-8 p.m. featuring a performance by HunterGirl, live reindeer and Highland cattle, a live nativity scene, a kids’ zone, an enchanted tree path with character meet and greets, a Christmas trail and a community tree-lighting. Events are free. Vendor spaces are available to purchase.

Nov. 29-Dec. 3

Trees of Christmas

Join in for Christmas fun during Trees of Christmas Nov. 29 through Dec. 3 at the South Jackson Civic Center, 404 South Jackson St., Tullahoma. Stroll the halls and exhibit areas of the art center while enjoying Christmas music, hot chocolate, coffees, ciders and baked goods. Hours on Nov. 29 and Nov. 30 are 6-9 p.m. Hours on Dec. 1 are 5-6:30 p.m. Hours on Dec. 2 are noon to 8 p.m. Hours on Dec. 3 are 2-6 p.m. Tickets are $5 each or $20 for a household. Visit southjackson.org.

Dec. 1

Tullahoma Christmas Parade

The Tullahoma Christmas Parade will be held Dec. 1 starting at 7 p.m. in Tullahoma.

Jingle & Mingle

Join in for the Tullahoma Christmas Parade’s after party on Dec. 1 from 8 -10 p.m. at the South Jackson Civic Center, 404 South Jackson St., Tullahoma. Enjoy beverages, a cash bar and baked goodies

Dec. 1-22

Festival of Trees

The Festival of Trees will be held Dec. 1-22 at the Manchester Arts Center, 128 East Main St., Manchester. For information, visit artscentermanchester.com.

Dec. 1-2

Cowan Christmas Market & Parade

The Cowan Christmas Market is Dec. 1 from 4-9 p.m. and Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Monterey Station in Cowan. The Cowan Christmas Parade is Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. in Cowan. Visit cowanparade.org.

Dec. 2

Christkindlmarkt

Admission is free to Christkindlmarkt on Dec. 2 from noon to 8 p.m. on the grounds and patio stage of the South Jackson Civic Center, 404 South Jackson St., Tullahoma. This authentic, German-style Christkindlmarkt experience features a 26-foot-tall Christmas tree display, food trucks and vendors.

Dec. 5

Blood drive

An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Dec. 5 from 2-6 p.m. at the Belvidere Mennonite Church, 9805 David Crockett Pkwy. W., Belvidere.

Dec. 9

Rudolph Run 5K

A Rudolph Run 5K will be held Dec. 9 starting at 7:30 a.m. beginning and ending at Sisk Cleaners parking lot in Winchester. Proceeds benefit Animal Harbor. Early-bird registration is $25 per person. Cost is $35 after Oct. 15. For children younger than 12, the cost is $15. A T-shirt is guaranteed with registration by Dec. 1. Enjoy door prizes, a Christmas costume contest, a swag bag and more.

Dec. 11

Free childbirth class

A free childbirth class for expecting parents will be held on Dec. 11 from 4-7 p.m. at the Southern Tennessee Employee Development Center, 1397 South College St., Winchester. Register online at southerntnwinchester.com or email Catherine Chappell, BSN, RN at catherine.chappell@lpnt.net.

Dec. 22 – Jan. 5

Christmas break

Franklin County public schools will be closed for Christmas break Dec. 22 through Jan. 5, 2024. Teachers return for staff development on Jan. 5, 2024. Students return on Jan. 8.

Dec. 29

Blood drive

An American Red Cross blood drive will be held Dec. 29 from 1-7 p.m. at the Winchester Church of Christ, 1230 S. College St., Winchester.

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