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June 3rd - June 9th
Cookeville Buzz
May 30, 2024
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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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UPCOMING EVENTS
William Woolfitt at Plenty Downtown Bookshop
Monday, June 3rd | 7 pm | FREE
Plenty Downtown Bookshop, 48 W Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501
William Woolfitt is a Tennessee poet who teaches at Lee University. He is the author of four poetry collections, two story collections, and an essay collection. He is releasing a brand new collection of poetry in June and will be at the bookshop to read to the audience.
Writer’s Workshop
Friday, June 7th | 11 am-12:20 pm | $20
Vertical Coffee Co, 8 W Spring St, Cookeville, TN, 38501
Led by the English faculty at Tennessee Tech and other area authors, this writer’s workshop is for any age, experience, and skill level. Coffee included!
First Friday | Art Round Tennessee
Friday, June 7th | 5-8 pm | FREE
W Spring St, Cookeville, TN, 38501
Explore local artists and businesses during First Friday! Artists such as Nick Freeman, Larry Taylor, and Adele Seitzinger will be exhibiting and selling their work at Picasso’s Gift Shop, PhotoArt Gallery, Spring Street Studios, Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery, and The Silver Fern.
After Dark Movies in the Park: Wonka
Friday, June 7th | 7:30-10:30 pm | FREE
Dogwood Park, 40 E. Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501
Bring a lawn chair or blanket to the Dogwood Park Performance Pavillion for a showing of Wonka—rated PG. The movie will start as soon as it is dark. Concession stand will be open for snacks!
Spring Earlybird Hike
Sunday, June 9th | 7-8:30 am | $10
4000 Burgess Falls Dr, Sparta, TN, 38583
Join Ranger Hannah for an early morning guided hike along the River Trail before the park opens. You’ll learn about the history of the park and enjoy a sight that not many have seen! Bring coffee, water, and your hiking boots.
KID’S CORNER
Superhero Academy
Tuesday, June 4th | 10-11 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501
Discover your Superhero powers during Superhero Academy. There will be multiple stations available to test your skills.
Smokey the Bear’s Birthday
Wednesday, June 5th | 2-3 pm | FREE
Monterey Library, 401 E Commercial Ave, Monterey, TN 38574
It’s Smokey the Bear’s 80th birthday! Smokey will be at the Monterey Library to help kick off the summer reading challenge and there will be cake to celebrate.
Touch-a-Truck with Ollie Otter
Thursday, June 6th | 10-11 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501
Ollie Otter will be teaching the kiddos how to be safe in the car! Then, they’ll head out to the parking lot to see and explore other equipment and vehicles.
Sharp Illusions
Thursday, June 6th | 1-2 pm | FREE
Baxter Library, 101 Elmore Town Rd, Baxter, TN 38544
Visit the Baxter Library for an afternoon of family-friendly magic with magician Tim Sharp.
Read, Play, Grow
Friday, June 7th | 10-11 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501
For ages 0-3, come for a story and intentional play.
Movie: Robin Hood
Friday, June 7th | 1-3 pm | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501
A childhood classic, come watch the 1973 Disney movie Robin Hood at the library, popcorn provided.
Biomes of the World
Monday, June 3rd - Friday June 7th | 8 am-5:30 pm | $25 3 hour block, $55 full day
Imagine Foundry, 1225 S. Willow Ave, Ste. 103, Cookeville, TN 38506
In a series of challenges, kiddos will adventure around the globe learning about continents, oceans, and biomes worldworld. They’ll work with other kids, read books, and work on skills like geography, maps, plants, weather, problem-solving, and more.
LIVE MUSIC
Anthony Nguyen at Red Silo
Friday, June 7th | 7-10 pm | FREE
Red Silo Brewing Company, 118 W 1st St, Cookeville TN 38501 US
Former lead singer of the Smoky Nights, Anthony Nguyen is now taking the stage as a solo act using his looping pedal and saxophone to add new dimensions to his performance. He’ll perform covers and originals that have a strong blues/soul genre with an acoustic vibe.
The Connection Band at Northfield Vineyards
Friday, June 7th | 6-10 pm | $10
Northfield Vineyards, 515 Ray Cemetary Rd, Sparta, TN, 38583
A night of fun led by The Connection Band and Southern Rock Bouncin’ BBQ. Tickets are $10 and are only available at the gate.
Warplay at Red Silo
Saturday, June 8th | 7-10 pm | FREE
Red Silo Brewing Company, 118 W 1st St, Cookeville TN 38501 US
From Nashville, Warplay is a rock/alternative band with a range of high-energy and melodic styles. Their original music gives off Led Zeppelin, Queen, and U2 vibes.
LOCAL BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
The Market on the Square
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The Market on the Square has been a consistent presence in its location in downtown Cookeville for 20 years. A woman-owned and operated business, The Market on the Square is a gift shop and boutique that carries wedding gifts, baby registry items, gourmet kitchen supplies, jewelry, home decor, boutique clothing, and more. The owner, Marlene Massa, reinvests in local non-profits and sports teams through monetary and product donations. They pride themselves on offering exceptional customer service and offering unique items that you won’t find anywhere else. They even gift wrap and offer curbside pickup, phone sales, and in-town home delivery.
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Stephanie at Cookeville Buzz 🐝