May 27th - June 2nd

May 23, 2024

Welcome to Cookeville Buzz! 🐝 

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.

We hope you enjoy!

UPCOMING EVENTS


Cookeville Art Walk
Monday, May 27th | 10 am-10 pm | FREE
Cookeville’s Historic Westside, 53 W Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Stroll through downtown Cookeville and admire murals and sculptures from local artists. Pick up a map at Cookeville Art Studio, Cookeville Visitor’s Bureau, or Market on the Square. Join to win prizes from local businesses, there are prizes for kids as well!


Cookeville Community Band Memorial Day Concert
Monday, May 27th | 7:30-8:30 pm | FREE
Dogwood Park, 30 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN, 38501

Bring a lawn chair and cash for the concession stand and enjoy a performance by the Cookeville Community Band.


Rooster Van Gogh Paint Party
Thursday, May 30th | 6-8:30 pm | $40
Midtown Social, 565 South Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, TN 38501

Your ticket includes all the supplies and instructions for painting a fun Van Gogh-style rooster. Plan to eat dinner and enjoy drinks while you paint.


Twice Told Tales Book Sale
Saturday, June 1st | 10 am-1 pm | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Come and find your next read for $0.50 - $3!


Baxter Summer Fest
Saturday, June 1st | 10 am-4 pm | FREE
216 Broad St, Baxter, TN, 38544

Attend the Baxter Summer Fest for live music, delicious food, local craft vendors, activities for kids, and more.


Kayak Burgess Falls
Sunday, June 2nd | 9 am-12:30 pm | $55
Burgess Falls, 4000 Burgess Falls Drive, Sparta, TN

Join Burgess Falls State Park for a strenuous 4-mile roundtrip paddle to the base of Burgess Falls enjoying local wildlife and scenic views along the way. Kayaks provided, limited to 10 people at least 12 years of age.

KID’S CORNER


Story and Craft
Tuesday, May 28th | 10-11 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Your little one will read If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, enjoy a cookie treat, and make a fun craft! For ages 3-7.


Riley Raccoon & Andy Armadillo visit the library!
Thursday, May 30th | 11 am-12 pm | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Riley Raccoon from the TN Dept of Education and Andy Armadillo from Texas Roadhouse will be at the Putnam County Library passing out books and swag! Come get a photo with them as they kick off the Summer Reading Adventure.


On the Farm Challenge Quest
Tuesday, May 28th-Friday May 31st | 8 am-5:30 pm | Price varies
Imagine Foundry, 1225 S Willow Ave, Ste 103, Cookeville, TN 38506

During this farm-themed quest, kids will read books and explore academic skills including how seeds grow, caring for animals, measurements and fractions, scale and mapping, weaving and coordination, and more. For ages 2-4, 5-7, and 8-11.


Mr. Richie’s Super Science Show
Thursday, May 30th | 1-3 pm | FREE
Baxter Branch Library, 101 Elmore Town Rd, Baxter, TN 38544

Join Mr. Richie for an entertaining, educational, and hilarious show featuring science experiments that will knock your socks off! Then enjoy a concert from local Baxter singer-songwriter Sophie Jacobs.


Mis-Adventures in Fun (with a chicken)
Thursday, May 30th | 10-11 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Mr. Barry’s shows combine comedy magic, puppets, and funny stuff! During Mis-Adventures in Fun, you’ll see Stuart the Dare Devil Stunt Skunk Shot from the Cannon of Doom, Marty the Time Traveling Fly, Rodeo Rooster with the fastest egg in the world, and more!

LIVE MUSIC


Live Jazz at Marioochis
Friday, May 31st | 8-10 pm | $20
Marioochi’s Pizzeria, 10 Liberty Square, Sparta, TN 38583

Those 21 and up will love a performance by Brad and the Jazz Cats during this cocktail evening at Marioochis. Doors open at 7:30 pm, 2 drink minimum.


Zach and Blu Band at Red Silo
Saturday, June 1st | 7-10 pm | FREE
Red Silo Brewing Company, 118 W 1st St, Cookeville TN 38501 US

If you’re a fan of Johnny Cash or Loretta Lynn, you’ll love the Americana mix of old-time county and folk that the Zach and Blu Band bring to the stage.

LOCAL BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT

Plenty Downtown Bookshop
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Plenty Downtown Bookshop is a non-profit dedicated to building and celebrating book culture in the Upper Cumberland. One of their goals is to help every child read and every parent and grandparent be able to read with them. When you shop at Plenty, every dollar goes towards supporting the continuation of Plenty Downtown Bookshop and its programs. It’s the perfect place to relax and browse and they feature a wide variety of books along with a stationary collection, and delicious tea! Plenty also has a children’s section full of books, puzzles, games, puppets, and other toys. They host numerous events throughout the month including author signings, writer’s workshops, poetry nights, book clubs, and more.

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Have a great week,
Stephanie at Cookeville Buzz 🐝