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.
March 2
Cowan RR Museum annual meeting
The Cowan Railroad Museum will hold its 2023 annual membership meeting tonight at 6 p.m. at the Cowan Center for the Arts, 300 Montgomery St., Cowan. Participation requires annual dues of $20 per person or $10 for students. No payment is required for lifetime members. The agenda includes an election for the board of directors, goals for the year and approval of a new operating budget. For information, leave a voicemail at 931-967-3078.
March 3
Benefit BBQ
A benefit barbecue will be held Friday starting at 5 p.m. at the Red Roof Pavilion in Winchester City Park featuring barbecue plates for $10, live music by Classic Country and a live auction starting at 7 p.m. Proceeds will go toward medical expenses for Kathy Dority.
March 7
Commodity food distribution
The South Central Human Resource Agency will hold a commodity food distribution on March 7 from 1-3 p.m. for Franklin County residents only at Farmers Market Pavilion, 1041 Wilton Circle, Winchester. Please remain in vehicles. Staff will load food. For more information call SCHRA 931-967-1438.
March 9
Tims Ford Council
The Tims Ford Council will hold a meeting on March 9 at 7 p.m. at the Franklin County Annex (stadium side and behind farmers 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 11
Democratic Party reorganization convention
The Franklin County Democratic Party will hold a reorganization convention to elect new leaders on March 11 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 in 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.
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 March 16 at 11 a.m. at the Oasis Steakhouse in Winchester.
March 17
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 ages 11-17 and $8 for ages 10 and younger. Visit southjackson.org/performing-arts-series/.
March 18
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 73rd annual membership award banquet 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 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, a 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.
April 4
Franklin County preschool registration
Franklin County preschool applications will be accepted 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 its Business Expo and Marketplace on April 13. 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.
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 their scholarship recipients. The buffet luncheon is $15. For reservations, call Tina at 931-967-4813 or email 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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