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ONGOING
SOLID WASTE CENTER HOURS
The Current Hours of Operation at the Cannon County Convenience Center:
CLOSED Sunday & Wednesday
7 AM to 5 PM Monday & Tuesday & Saturday
9 AM to 7 PM Thursday & Friday
Only household waste will be accepted at the Convenience Center. There will no longer be any building materials accepted or cardboard pickup provided. Please make note of any changes.
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Sunday Mornings &
Sunday & Wednesday Evening
If you drink alot that's your business.
If you want to stop that's ours.
Meetings are on Sunday morning at 9 a.m. at Stones River Hospital Cafeteria. Sunday evening and Wednesday evening meetings are at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center.
Call 615-653-7914.
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CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Tuesdays 6:30 PM
Celebrate Recovery from hurts, habits and hang-ups meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church.
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FLAGS FOR SALE
The American Legion Post 279 in Woodbury is selling flags and accessories. The monies raised from the sale of these flags goes 100% back to our Community, our Youth and our Veterans, in Cannon County. We have available an assortment of all sizes and all types of flags - United States Flags, State Flags, Military Service Flags; and all sizes of flag poles. The United States Flag 3'x 5' nylon is $25. The United States Flag 4"x 6" is .50 each or $5 a dozen The military services/branches flags are $30 each. We can get you any State Flag, different size flags and different size flag poles, including indoor sets. CONTACT A MEMBER OF AMERICAN LEGION POST 279 OR CALL; CHARLIE HARRELL 615-542-1289, JIM STONE 615-563-6111, BRENT BUSH 615-563-2691, BRITT KNOX 615-904-5644, PENNY DANIELS
615-563-6729.
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CLEARFORK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH DINNERS
First Saturday Night of Each Month
1721 Big Hill Road, Gassaway
Clearfork Methodist will begin its monthly dinners on Saturday, January 7. Suppers will be once a month on the first Saturday with hours 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The menu features catfish or chicken tenders with choice of pinto, white or green beans, hush puppies, cabbage slaw or veggie salad, french fries, homemade desserts and drink. Carry out dinners are available by calling 615-563-1415.
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CSBG FUNDING TO ASSIST
Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Program has funding available to immediately assist applicants in need due to a temporary emergency situation. Applicants must be income-eligible and show their need for service based on guidelines for each program. You may qualify for a one-time payment if you are 60 ears old or above, disabled, a family caregiver, or have a child under the age of six. You may qualify for a one-time payment toward rent, mortgage, electric, water, or food assistance if you have a household with one member working at least 29 hours or more a week. (931) 528-1127
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GED PREP CLASS
Adams Library Every Tuesday 5:30 PM
Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm GED preparation class in the Jennings Community Room at Adams Memorial Library. Ongoing, self-paced and individualized, please attend any Tuesday you can.
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THIRD THURSDAY CONCERTS
Thru August
The City of Cookeville Department of Leisure Services' Third Thursday Concerts at 7:30 p.m. at the Dogwood Performance Pavilion in Dogwood Park, 30 E. Broad St., Cookeville. More concerts are planned for July 20 and Aug. 17. All are free. A different band is featured each month, covering a variety of music genres. For more information, call 931-528-1313.
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RED BARN RESTAURANT
SONGWRITER NIGHT
Every Other Friday
Red Barn Restaurant, Bradyville TN
Beginning May 5, 2017, Nashville performing artist Cyndi Washburn will host a singer/songwriter night at the Red Barn Restaurant; located at 11174 Jim Cummings Hwy. in Bradyville, TN. Sign-ups are at 5:30 and the music is featured from 6pm to 8pm. All genres of music are welcome. This is a perfect opportunity for aspiring artists to share their original music in an intimate setting and family friendly atmosphere. All ages and skill levels are encouraged to attend. The songwriter night will be held every other Friday evening. Please email redbarnsongwriters@gmail.comwith questions or additional information.
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DEKALB/CANNON COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
AmateurRadio Exam Session
2017 DCCARC Meeting Dates
Subject to Change
A meeting of the DeKalb/Cannon County Amateur Radio Club will be held on Thursday, July 27th, 2017 - 6:30 PM at the DeKalb County Complex, 722 South Congress Blvd., Smithville, TN 37166. All local amateur radio operators and those interested in amateur radio are invited to attend.
August 31th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Woodbury TN
September 28th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Smithville, TN
October 26th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Woodbury TN
November 30th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Smithville, TN
December 28th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Woodbury TN
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LIBERTY DANCE SCHEDULE
7-28 (Fri) Friday Night Rocks Danny & the Katz
7-29 231 South Band
Come enjoy the music and dance. Call 615-563-2792 or 615-464-8110 for more information.
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The Current Hours of Operation at the Cannon County Convenience Center:
CLOSED Sunday & Wednesday
7 AM to 5 PM Monday & Tuesday & Saturday
9 AM to 7 PM Thursday & Friday
Only household waste will be accepted at the Convenience Center. There will no longer be any building materials accepted or cardboard pickup provided. Please make note of any changes.
***
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Sunday Mornings &
Sunday & Wednesday Evening
If you drink alot that's your business.
If you want to stop that's ours.
Meetings are on Sunday morning at 9 a.m. at Stones River Hospital Cafeteria. Sunday evening and Wednesday evening meetings are at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center.
Call 615-653-7914.
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CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Tuesdays 6:30 PM
Celebrate Recovery from hurts, habits and hang-ups meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church.
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FLAGS FOR SALE
The American Legion Post 279 in Woodbury is selling flags and accessories. The monies raised from the sale of these flags goes 100% back to our Community, our Youth and our Veterans, in Cannon County. We have available an assortment of all sizes and all types of flags - United States Flags, State Flags, Military Service Flags; and all sizes of flag poles. The United States Flag 3'x 5' nylon is $25. The United States Flag 4"x 6" is .50 each or $5 a dozen The military services/branches flags are $30 each. We can get you any State Flag, different size flags and different size flag poles, including indoor sets. CONTACT A MEMBER OF AMERICAN LEGION POST 279 OR CALL; CHARLIE HARRELL 615-542-1289, JIM STONE 615-563-6111, BRENT BUSH 615-563-2691, BRITT KNOX 615-904-5644, PENNY DANIELS
615-563-6729.
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CLEARFORK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH DINNERS
First Saturday Night of Each Month
1721 Big Hill Road, Gassaway
Clearfork Methodist will begin its monthly dinners on Saturday, January 7. Suppers will be once a month on the first Saturday with hours 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The menu features catfish or chicken tenders with choice of pinto, white or green beans, hush puppies, cabbage slaw or veggie salad, french fries, homemade desserts and drink. Carry out dinners are available by calling 615-563-1415.
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CSBG FUNDING TO ASSIST
Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Program has funding available to immediately assist applicants in need due to a temporary emergency situation. Applicants must be income-eligible and show their need for service based on guidelines for each program. You may qualify for a one-time payment if you are 60 ears old or above, disabled, a family caregiver, or have a child under the age of six. You may qualify for a one-time payment toward rent, mortgage, electric, water, or food assistance if you have a household with one member working at least 29 hours or more a week. (931) 528-1127
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GED PREP CLASS
Adams Library Every Tuesday 5:30 PM
Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm GED preparation class in the Jennings Community Room at Adams Memorial Library. Ongoing, self-paced and individualized, please attend any Tuesday you can.
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THIRD THURSDAY CONCERTS
Thru August
The City of Cookeville Department of Leisure Services' Third Thursday Concerts at 7:30 p.m. at the Dogwood Performance Pavilion in Dogwood Park, 30 E. Broad St., Cookeville. More concerts are planned for July 20 and Aug. 17. All are free. A different band is featured each month, covering a variety of music genres. For more information, call 931-528-1313.
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RED BARN RESTAURANT
SONGWRITER NIGHT
Every Other Friday
Red Barn Restaurant, Bradyville TN
Beginning May 5, 2017, Nashville performing artist Cyndi Washburn will host a singer/songwriter night at the Red Barn Restaurant; located at 11174 Jim Cummings Hwy. in Bradyville, TN. Sign-ups are at 5:30 and the music is featured from 6pm to 8pm. All genres of music are welcome. This is a perfect opportunity for aspiring artists to share their original music in an intimate setting and family friendly atmosphere. All ages and skill levels are encouraged to attend. The songwriter night will be held every other Friday evening. Please email redbarnsongwriters@gmail.comwith questions or additional information.
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DEKALB/CANNON COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
AmateurRadio Exam Session
2017 DCCARC Meeting Dates
Subject to Change
A meeting of the DeKalb/Cannon County Amateur Radio Club will be held on Thursday, July 27th, 2017 - 6:30 PM at the DeKalb County Complex, 722 South Congress Blvd., Smithville, TN 37166. All local amateur radio operators and those interested in amateur radio are invited to attend.
August 31th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Woodbury TN
September 28th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Smithville, TN
October 26th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Woodbury TN
November 30th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Smithville, TN
December 28th, 2017 - 6:30 PM Woodbury TN
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LIBERTY DANCE SCHEDULE
7-28 (Fri) Friday Night Rocks Danny & the Katz
7-29 231 South Band
Come enjoy the music and dance. Call 615-563-2792 or 615-464-8110 for more information.
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JULY EVENTS
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Dr. Ming Wang
To visit Cannon County Senior Center
Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 2 pm
The community is invited to meet Dr. Wang.
For information or to RSVP please contact:
Cannon County Senior Center, 609 Lehman Street
Woodbury, Tennessee, 615-563-5304
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JULY 29, 2017 @ 10 AM
COOPER CEMETERY ANNUAL MEETING
The Cooper Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, July 29, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. All those interested in the preservation and upkeep of the cemetery are encouraged to attend. The meeting is held at the Cooper Cemetery in Pocahontas, Tennessee. In case of rain the meeting will be held in the community center. Donations may be mailed to: Cooper Cemetery Association, 1935 Sixteenth Model Road, Manchester,
Tennessee 37355.
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AUGUST EVENTS
SATURDAY MARKET, FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE, SUMMER PARTY
August 4th with Skyline Drive Bank
September 1st with Everyday People
For more information visit www.downtownmurfreesboro.com
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RED APPLE DAYS
AUGUST 4 & 5
Friday Evening • Gospel music
Saturday Evening • other music genres
Saturday Morning •The Red Apple at 7:00 a.m. Saturday • The Lions Club Fish Fry @ Auburntown Community Center.
For more information on other events and vendors, please contact Holly Sylvester at 615-598-5578.
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REVERSE RAFFLE & DINNER
Arts Center of Cannon County
August 5th; Dinner 6PM; Show @ 7PM
For more information on this event
615-563-2787
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TENPENNY FAMILY REUNION
AUGUST 5, 2017
LIONS CLUB BUILDING - 10:00 AM
Bring all the Tenpenny family and friends and join the fun and festivities. Covered dish meal at noon. Plates, drinks, etc., will be provided.
For more information, call Judy Basham at
615-563-8763.
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Senior Center Music Night schedule
The Cannon County Senior Center announces the following schedule for its Music Night. Admission is $5.00. Doors open at 6 p.m. On Aug, 11, 231 South will play. Aug. 18 features Ronnie Crownover and Silver Creek Band. Slick Nickel will play on Sept. 15, followed by Rode West on Sept. 22. The Gilley Brothers perform on Oct. 6 and Ronnie Crownover on Oct. 10, Rode West will be back on Nov. 3.
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DANIEL REUNION
Saturday August 12 2017
Cannon County Senior Center
Doughnuts at 10AM; Lunch at Noon
Questions Joe Davenport 615-563-5170; Franklin Daniel 615-563-8623, James Prater 615-563-5722, Mike West 615-713-0899, Kathy Winfree
615-939-3455
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GEORGE & TATE REUNION
SATURDAY AUGUST 12th • 11AM
Main Street, Gassaway Community Center
Bring your favorite food for Pot Luck Lunch
Forks, plates & Napkins furnished
Doors open at 11AM; lunch at noon
Relations and family friends are welcome.
Information David George 615-765-5249
Gerald Tate 615-563-5910
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AUGUST 19TH • 11:30 am
WOODBURY CHS CLASS OF 1959 REUNION
The Woodbury CHS Class of 1959 will celebrate 57th Class Reunion at the Senior Center. Join us at the Business Office entrance (Smaller room) at 11:30 for a noon lunch. Call 615-371-9817 to make reservations. Make your check of $15 per person payable to Class of 1959 and mail to 501 Baxter Lane, Nashville TN 37220. Deadlines for reservations is August 10th
August 4th with Skyline Drive Bank
September 1st with Everyday People
For more information visit www.downtownmurfreesboro.com
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RED APPLE DAYS
AUGUST 4 & 5
Friday Evening • Gospel music
Saturday Evening • other music genres
Saturday Morning •The Red Apple at 7:00 a.m. Saturday • The Lions Club Fish Fry @ Auburntown Community Center.
For more information on other events and vendors, please contact Holly Sylvester at 615-598-5578.
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REVERSE RAFFLE & DINNER
Arts Center of Cannon County
August 5th; Dinner 6PM; Show @ 7PM
For more information on this event
615-563-2787
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TENPENNY FAMILY REUNION
AUGUST 5, 2017
LIONS CLUB BUILDING - 10:00 AM
Bring all the Tenpenny family and friends and join the fun and festivities. Covered dish meal at noon. Plates, drinks, etc., will be provided.
For more information, call Judy Basham at
615-563-8763.
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Senior Center Music Night schedule
The Cannon County Senior Center announces the following schedule for its Music Night. Admission is $5.00. Doors open at 6 p.m. On Aug, 11, 231 South will play. Aug. 18 features Ronnie Crownover and Silver Creek Band. Slick Nickel will play on Sept. 15, followed by Rode West on Sept. 22. The Gilley Brothers perform on Oct. 6 and Ronnie Crownover on Oct. 10, Rode West will be back on Nov. 3.
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DANIEL REUNION
Saturday August 12 2017
Cannon County Senior Center
Doughnuts at 10AM; Lunch at Noon
Questions Joe Davenport 615-563-5170; Franklin Daniel 615-563-8623, James Prater 615-563-5722, Mike West 615-713-0899, Kathy Winfree
615-939-3455
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GEORGE & TATE REUNION
SATURDAY AUGUST 12th • 11AM
Main Street, Gassaway Community Center
Bring your favorite food for Pot Luck Lunch
Forks, plates & Napkins furnished
Doors open at 11AM; lunch at noon
Relations and family friends are welcome.
Information David George 615-765-5249
Gerald Tate 615-563-5910
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AUGUST 19TH • 11:30 am
WOODBURY CHS CLASS OF 1959 REUNION
The Woodbury CHS Class of 1959 will celebrate 57th Class Reunion at the Senior Center. Join us at the Business Office entrance (Smaller room) at 11:30 for a noon lunch. Call 615-371-9817 to make reservations. Make your check of $15 per person payable to Class of 1959 and mail to 501 Baxter Lane, Nashville TN 37220. Deadlines for reservations is August 10th
SEPTEMBER EVENTS
ANNUAL KITTRELL SCHOOL REUNION
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 16TH 10AM to 2PM
KITTRELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
All persons who graduated from Kittrell School, who attended Kittrell School, or who have an interest in Kittrell School are invited to attend. Jerry Robinson, Class of 1960, will serve a lunch from Slick Pig at noon at a charge of $7.00. The lunch will include a barbecue sandwich, two sides, drink and dessert. Following the lunch, the various classes will be recognized, starting with the class with the oldest graduate present.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 16TH 10AM to 2PM
KITTRELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
All persons who graduated from Kittrell School, who attended Kittrell School, or who have an interest in Kittrell School are invited to attend. Jerry Robinson, Class of 1960, will serve a lunch from Slick Pig at noon at a charge of $7.00. The lunch will include a barbecue sandwich, two sides, drink and dessert. Following the lunch, the various classes will be recognized, starting with the class with the oldest graduate present.
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FALL WAGON TRAIN RIDE
September 21, 22, 23
Sept. 21-22 & 23--The Fall Wagon Train Ride will be sponsored by The Middle Tn. Mule Skinners Assoc. Wagons will leave the fair grounds in Woodbury at 9 am each day ( over-night camping is allowed.) Contact Grady George Jr. at 615-849-6867 for further information.
FALL WAGON TRAIN RIDE
September 21, 22, 23
Sept. 21-22 & 23--The Fall Wagon Train Ride will be sponsored by The Middle Tn. Mule Skinners Assoc. Wagons will leave the fair grounds in Woodbury at 9 am each day ( over-night camping is allowed.) Contact Grady George Jr. at 615-849-6867 for further information.
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CANNON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER TRIP
SEPTEMBER 24 - 30 2017
Cannon County Senior Center Presents:
Virginia Beach, Colonial Williamsburg & Historic Norfolk thru Motorcoach Travel with Diamond Tours for September 24 - 30, 2017.
6 nights lodging including 4 nights OCEANFRONT HOTEL; 10 meals: 6 breakfasts and 4 dinners
$785 per person, double occupancy
For information and reservations contact
615-563-5304
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN CANNON COUNTY SCHOOLS
July 25--Marcus Mariota (Titans quarterback) visits Cannon County High School, 1:00 p.m. The public is invited to hear him speak. The CCHS gym doors will open at 12:00 noon to allow people to enter and be seated. No individual pictures or autographs will be allowed, but attendees may take pictures and/or videotape the session from their seating areas.
July 30--We Care Cannon school supply giveaway at WGS, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
August 2--In-service Day 1 for teachers
