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- July 24th - July 31st, 2025
July 24th - July 31st, 2025
Cookeville’s crawling with watermelons, buzzing with block parties, and gearing up for the grand County Fair 🐝
From welcoming a new Vol QB to scooping ice cream for a cause and hiking under the stars, there's a real sense of community spirit this week. Stuff a bus for students, groove to live tunes, and maybe even find a new furry friend.
This town is absolutely poppin'! 🍉🎒🏍️🎶🌃🏈
UPCOMING EVENTS
Joey Aguilar Meet & Greet Signing
Thursday, July 24 | 6:30 PM | FREE
620 S Jefferson Ave, Suite 208B, Cookeville
Well, howdy! Bring the whole family down to give a big ol' Vol Nation welcome to QB Joey Aguilar. It's a grand opportunity for y'all to meet the man himself and show some real Big Orange Love. What a treat!
Spanish Class, Ages 15 and UP
Friday, July 25 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | FREE
Putnam County Library - 50 E Broad St, Cookeville
Got a teen wanting to learn something new? This is a fantastic chance for them to learn some basic Spanish from a native speaker. It's a fun, free way to broaden their horizons right here at our local library, y'all.
2-25 Stuff the bus
Friday, July 25 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | FREE
Algood Walmart - 589 W Main St, Cookeville
Y'all come on and help us get these kids ready for a great school year! We're fixin' to stuff a whole bus full of supplies for local students. Every little bit helps make a huge difference in our community's future.
MMO (Mom’s morning out) Brunch
Saturday, July 26 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Price Varies
Midtown Social Cookeville - 656 S Jefferson Ave, Cookeville
Hey mamas! Take a well-deserved break and treat yourself to a lovely brunch with other moms from around town. It's a wonderful chance for y'all to relax, chat, and connect. I reckon it'll be a real good time!
White County Animal Shelter Adoptions
Saturday, July 26 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | FREE
PetSmart - 1265 Interstate Dr # 301, Cookeville
Bless their hearts! These sweet pups are lookin' for their forever families. Head on over and let the kids meet these lovable dogs. You might just find a new best friend to bring home, and that's a special kinda day.
Watermelon Crawl Festival
Saturday, July 26 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | FREE
1 East Depot Ave, Monterey
Get ready for a sweet time in Monterey! This annual festival is a hoot, with free watermelon slices for everyone. Bring the family for a day of tasty food, unique shopping, and good ol' fashioned fun. Y'all will love it!
Country Roads Harley-Davidson’s Block Party
Saturday, July 26 | 11:00 AM – End Time Not Specified | FREE
Country Roads Harley-Davidson - 1424 Interstate Dr, Cookeville
Hear that rumble? It's time for a block party, y'all! Bring the family for a day of awesome bikes, great music, and delicious food trucks. It’s a guaranteed good time for everyone, with so much to see and do.
Scoop for the sign day
Saturday, July 26 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | FREE
Cream City Ice Cream and Coffee House - 119 W Broad St, Cookeville
How about some ice cream for a good cause? Bring the whole family for a scoop of the best ice cream around! There's free face painting and balloon animals for the little ones. I reckon it's a sweet way to spend an afternoon.
Panera CHS Marching Cavaliers Support
Saturday, July 26 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Price Varies
Panera Bread - 1255 Interstate Dr, Cookeville
Let's support our talented young musicians! Grab a delicious dinner at Panera, and a portion of your sale will help the CHS Marching Cavaliers get new uniforms. It's an easy and tasty way for your family to support our local students.
Window Cliffs Night Hike
Monday, July 28 | 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM | FREE
Window Cliffs Park - 8400 Old Cane Creek Road, Baxter
Y'all ever seen the sunset from Window Cliffs? Now's your chance! This guided night hike is a real adventure for older kids and grown-ups. It's a unique way to experience the beauty of our local parks after dark. Unforgettable!
Essential Oil Perfume/Cologne Scent Bar
Tuesday, July 29 | 6:15 PM – 8:00 PM | $10
Wonderfill Refillery - 17 W Spring Street, Cookeville
Looking for something fun and different? Head on over and create your very own perfume or cologne from essential oils. It's a neat experience for a parent-teen outing, letting y'all craft a signature scent that's all your own.
Blood assurance Blood Drive
Tuesday, July 29 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | FREE
Putnam County Library Parking Lot - 50 E Broad St, Cookeville
Be a hero in our community, y'all! Swing by the library and give the gift of life. It’s a simple way to make a huge impact and teach the kids about the importance of helping our neighbors. Every donation saves lives.
2025 BNC School Supply Drive
Wednesday, July 30 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | FREE
Big Tony’s Pizzeria - 866 E 10th Street, Cookeville
Here's a fun way to help our schools! Gather up some school supplies and bring 'em to Big Tony's. You'll be helping local kids and get a chance to win water park tickets. Now that's what I call a win-win!
Putnam County Fair Day 1
Thursday, July 31 | 6:00 PM – End Time Not Specified | Price Varies
Putnam County Fairgrounds - 155 Fairgrounds St, Cookeville
It's finally here, y'all! The Putnam County Fair kicks off this week with rides, shows, and all the classic fair fun you can handle. Bring the whole family for a night of unforgettable memories and a real good time.
FOR LITTLE BEES:
Read, Play, Grow, Ages 0-3
Friday, July 25 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | FREE
Putnam County Library - 50 E Broad St, Cookeville
Bring your littlest bees down to the library for a special time of stories and play. It's a wonderful, free outing designed just for them. I reckon it's the perfect way for you and your little one to make new friends.
Kids Movie night: Cars
Friday, July 25 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE
Willow Avenue Church of Christ - 1150 South Willow Avenue, Cookeville
Ka-chow! Get ready for a free, fun-filled family night out. The church is showing Disney's 'Cars' and serving up dinner, too. It's a perfect evening for the kiddos to relax and have a real good time with their friends.
Story & a Craft: Summertime
Tuesday, July 29 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | FREE
Putnam County Library - 50 E Broad St, Cookeville
What better way to celebrate summer than with stories and a craft? Bring the little ones to the library for some creative fun. It's a great, free activity to get their imaginations working and make a cute keepsake to take home.
The Buzzworthy Lineup
Serial Chillers at Trackside
Friday, July 25 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE
Trackside - 172 W Broad St, Cookeville
Y'all fixin' to have a good time Friday night? Head to Trackside for some live tunes from Serial Chillers! With great music and a whole lineup of food trucks, it’s the perfect spot for a fun, casual family dinner outdoors.
Fort Knox Band
Saturday, July 26 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE
Red Silo Brewing Co - 118 W 1st Street, Cookeville
Get ready to rock, y'all! Fort Knox Band is bringing their awesome mix of tunes to Red Silo. It's a great spot for parents to enjoy some fantastic live music and a local brew. A real good time is guaranteed!
The Old Skool Band
Saturday, July 26 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE
Trackside - 172 W Broad St, Cookeville
Looking for some classic rock 'n roll? Trackside is the place to be Saturday! Bring the family, grab a bite from the food trucks, and enjoy the great outdoors. The Old Skool Band is sure to have y'all tapping your feet.
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Have a great week,
The Cookeville Buzz 🐝