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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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Sunset Pontoon Cruise
June 23, 24, 25, 28, 29 | 6:30-8:30 pm | $15 adults, $5 children 12 & under
Edgar Evins State Park, 1630 Edgar Evins State Park Rd, Silver Point, TN 38582

Enjoy an evening cruise on Center Hill Lake while learning about the history of the surrounding area. Numerous dates to attend—select your date and register below.

Register here

Hymnal Canvas Paint & Sip
Friday, June 28th | 6-8 pm | $20
Archer’s Gaming Cafe, 116 W Court Square, Livingston, TN, 38570

Tickets include an 8×10 canvas with the hymn of your choice, paint supplies, and a tasting of up to 5 flavors of your choice of teas. RSVP by Wednesday, June 26th.

Learn more here

June Mother’s Night Out: Natural Dye Workshop
Friday, June 28th | 6-9 pm | $20
Cookeville Church of the Nazarene, 360 S Old Kentucky Rd, Cookeville, TN, 38501

Moms get a night out and learn how to naturally dye netted produce bags with Erin of Stolas Botanicals! In addition to the craft, partake in a pot-luck-style dinner.

Learn more here

After Dark Movies in the Park: Trolls Band Together
Friday, June 28th | 7:30-10:30 pm | FREE
Dogwood Performance Pavilion, 30 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN, 38501

Bring a lawn chair or blanket to watch the PG movie Trolls Band Together at Dogwood Park. The movie will start as soon as it is dark—plus the concession stand will be open!

Learn more here

14th Annual EMS Fireworks Show
Saturday, June 29th | 3 pm | FREE
Overton County Fair Grounds, 610 Monterey Hwy, Livingston, TN 38570

Fireworks begin at dark, but there’s plenty of fun to be had beforehand! Gates open at 3 pm, food will be available at 5 pm, and music starts at 6 pm.

Learn more here

Music Bingo at Happy Trails
Saturday, June 29th | 6 pm | FREE
Happy Trails Brewing Co., 38 E Bockman Way, Sparta, TN, 38583

Sing along and win Music Bingo at Happy Trails! Come to play at 6, 7, or 8 pm.

Learn more here

Red, White & BOOM Freedom 5K
Saturday, June 29th | 8 pm | Price varies
The Exceptional Bean 55 N Walnut Ave Cookeville, TN, 38501

Wear red, white, and blue and walk or run for freedom during the Red, White & BOOM Freedom 5K!

Register here

Water Day
Wednesday, June 26th | 12-4 am | FREE
Monterey Branch Library, 401 E Commercial Ave, Monterey, TN 38574

Come for a slip & slide, a wading pool, and a huge water slide!

Learn more here

Summer Reading Crafternoon
Thursday, June 27th | 1-3 pm | FREE
Baxter Branch Library, 101 Elmore Town Rd, Baxter, TN 38544

During this open house event, there will be fun crafts, animals from Faeryland’s Farm, and more!

Learn more here

Sharp Illusions
Friday, June 28th | 3-4 pm | FREE
Algood Branch Library, 125 4th Ave, Cookeville, TN, 38506

Magician Tim Sharp will be sharing an afternoon of wonder and magic for the whole family.

Learn more here

Saturday Stories at Plenty
Saturday, June 29th | 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

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