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Each week we share what’s going on in the greater Cookeville area so you and your family can get connected to everything our community has to offer.

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Farmer’s Market in Gainesboro
Monday, July 1st | 10 am-2 pm | FREE
Timeless Events on Main, 200 S Main St, Gainesboro, TN, 38562

Shop local vendors and enjoy Chipper’s Burgers for lunch. Rain or shine, the Farmer’s Market will happen!

Learn more here

10th Annual Red White & BOOM
Thursday, July 4th | 5:30-9:30 pm | FREE
Putnam County Fairgrounds, 155 Fairground Ln, Cookeville, TN 38501

The biggest and best Red White & Boom event yet—featuring The Voice winner Jake Hoot and Jesse Rice performing live, multiple food vendors, and of course, fireworks! Don’t miss the 2nd largest fireworks show in Tennessee, all right here in Cookeville!

Learn more here

First Friday | Art Round Tennessee
Friday, July 5th | 5-8 pm | FREE
West Side Cookeville, 57 W Broad St, Cookeville, TN, 38501

This first Friday popup will feature artists and local businesses from Cookeville’s historic West Side. Explore businesses like Glass Tangerine to see artwork from Kevin Lovellette, Malia Meyer, and more. Full business and artist list in the link below.

Learn more here

Americana Fest in Gainesboro
Friday, July 5th-6th | 10 am-6 pm, 9 am-3 pm | FREE
Timeless Events on Main, 200 S Main St, Gainesboro, TN, 38562

Celebrate America’s Heritage with arts, crafts, quilts, and more during this two-day event.

Learn more here

Fire on the Mountain! Monterey Tennessee’s Independence Day Celebration
Friday, July 5th | 5 pm | FREE
Monterey Depot Museum, 101 E. Depot Ave, Monterey, TN, 38574

Celebrate Independence Day up on the mountain in Monterey! Come for events like the Monterey Fire Department Spray Down, live music on the Old Gray Stage, an apple pie eating contest, fireworks, delicious local foods, and more!

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Resurrection - A Journey Tribute
Friday, July 5th | 7 pm | Price varies
Cookeville Performing Arts Center, 10 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Come hear Journey’s greatest hits performed by the Resurrection.

Get tickets here

Twice Told Tales Book Sale
Saturday, July 6th | 10-1 pm | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN, 38501

Find your next read for only $0.50–$3!

Learn more here

Constellation Signs
Monday, July 1st | 10-11 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

For ages 5-12, paint your birthday constellation. All supplies including which constellation corresponds with your birthday will be provided!

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Story and Craft
Tuesday, July 2nd | 10-11 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Celebrate the eve of America’s 248th birthday with a patriotic story and craft!

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Patriotic Photo Drops
Wednesday, July 3rd | 9 am-8 pm | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Make a patriotic photo of yourself as Uncle Sam or the Statue of Liberty to celebrate America’s birthday! Ask for props at the Children’s desk.

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Read, Play, Grow
Friday, July 5th | 10-11 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

The perfect outing for little ones ages 0-3, come for a story and intentional play.

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Saturday Stories at Plenty
Saturday, July 6th | 11-11:45 am | FREE
Plenty Downtown Bookshop, 48 West Broad Street Cookeville TN 38501

From The Gruffalo to Charlotte's Web and everything in between, every Saturday Plenty Downtown Bookshop hosts a storytime perfect for young school-aged kids. The whole family is welcome to listen in!

Learn more here

LIVE MUSIC

Kaleb Tayse and the Groove Machine
Saturday, July 6th | 7-10 pm | FREE
Happy Trails Brewing Co., 38 E. Bockman Way, Sparta, TN, 38583

Rock out to blues rock with Kaleb Tayse and the Groove Machine! Enjoy soulful originals and twists on your favorite covers.

Learn more here

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