Calendar 6-3-25

TWRA Free Fishing Day is Saturday
NASHVILLE — The 2025 Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 7 in Tennessee. All state residents and visitors of any age may fish for free without a license in Tennessee’s public waters. Additionally, youth ages 15 or younger may fish for free the entire week, beginning on Free Fishing Day (June 7) and continuing through the following Friday, June 13.
Every year since 1991, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has provided the annual free fishing opportunity in hopes of introducing children and families to fishing and outdoor recreation. Each year, the agency stocks several thousand pounds of fish across the state to ensure high-quality, exciting fishing for participants. Fishing is a great family activity and helps bring awareness to the natural environment.

Nights on Broadway Kicks Off This Week
McKENZIE — The annual Nights on Broadway series kicks off Thursday, June 5, 7 p.m. in downtown McKenzie with the music of the James Greer Band. The second event is Thursday, June 19 with the band 24/7. Crooked Creek performs July 17. Longshot performs August 5. Fajita Brothers performs September 4. Flashback performs September 18. The events are in downtown McKenzie. Please bring a lawn chair. The events are free of charge.

Carroll Arts, Inc. Upcoming Events
Carroll Arts, Inc. has a packed schedule of events for the summer of 2025.
An Evening with Carroll Arts is on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in McKenzie. It is a free event featuring live music and visual artists from Carroll County.
Creativity Camp: The Wonderland of Creativity is July 7-11 from 1-4 p.m. at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in McKenzie with a performance on Friday. Carroll County elementary and middle school students are encouraged to attend. The fee is $40 for supplies.
The Southern Fried Funnies are back and rehearsals start in June! If you have performed the in past, we want you back! Performances are set for Thursday, August 21 and Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the McKenzie Park Theatre.
Other upcoming events include: Storytelling during the Huntingdon Heritage Festival in September; A Mistletoe Christmas Program during McKenzie’s Christmas Celebration in December; the 15th Annual Trivia Bowl in January 2026; and a new event announcement coming later this year.
For more information, please email carrollartsinc@gmail.com.

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser for Killibrew Family
A pancake breakfast fundraiser for the Killibrew family is Saturday June 7 at the Clarksburg Church of Christ Activities Building from 7 a.m. until sold out. A $10 plate includes pancakes, bacon or sausage and a drink. There will also be a bake sale. Funds support the Killibrew family as they prepare for the birth of baby Cal, who was diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart complex. Cal will require open-heart surgery the first week after he is born.

Shooting Hunger in West Tennessee
Shooting Hunger Sporting Clays Fun Shoot is Friday, June 20 at 7:30 a.m. at the Carroll County Shooting Sports Park located at 680 McAdoo Cemetery Lane, Huntingdon.
The format is five-person teams shooting at multiple stations with a 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. start time.
The entry fee will include 50 targets on the course, lunch and a goody bag, plus provide eligibility for door prizes.
Corporate sponsorships are available and will be recognized through signage at the event and on the event website.
Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and fun games at 8 a.m.
Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m.
Prizes will be awarded for the top three teams and top individual shooter in both flights.
A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the top youth shooter in each flight. To be eligible, youth must be a current student in elementary, middle or high school or a 2024 high school graduate and plan to attend a two-year college, four-year university or trade school.
Mulligans will be available for purchase.
Shooters should bring their own shotgun, shells (7 1/2, 8, or 9 shot) and eye and ear protection.

Ribbon-Cutting at Lavender Kisses Farm
The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce hosts a ribbon-cutting at Lavender Kisses Farm Saturday, June 7 at 9 a.m. The farm is located at 307 Marlboro Road, Hollow Rock.

Ribbon-Cutting at Hospital Wing at Carroll County
A grand opening and ribbon-cutting for the official opening of Hospital Wing at the Carroll County Airport is Thursday, June 5 at 10 a.m. The airport is located at 456 Airport Lane, McKenzie.

McKenzie High School Decades Reunion
McKenzie High School is hosting the annual football Homecoming on Friday, September 19, 2025. The Rebels will play Camden Lions at Rebel Stadium. In conjunction, the MHS Alumni Association will host its second annual Decades Reunion. Any MHS class hosting a reunion should contact the MHS Alumni Association to help promote the class reunion.

Adult Education Classes
Huntingdon Location — Adult Education Building, 14155 Paris Street. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Classes are offered for one-on-one instruction on Mondays, 1-4 p.m. and Thursdays, 9 a.m.-NOON. For more information, phone 731-364-5481.

Carroll Humane Society Events
Cat Vouchers
We always have spay/neuter vouchers for cats at a cost of $60 and to be used at Paris Vet Clinic. If you need to pay with cash, come by the shelter to purchase. Otherwise, we have a NEW NUMBER to purchase using a credit/debit card. Please leave a message and the volunteer will return your call very soon, 731-514-0878.
Dog Vouchers
Dog vouchers are available for $60 each cash or card only. These must be purchased at the shelter during business hours Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Appointments will be made at the time of purchase. The participating vet clinic is Huntingdon Animal Clinic. You’ll be responsible for paying the clinic when you pick up your animal. We do recommend that you have your pet vaccinated due to exposure to other animals. Puppies must be a minimum of 4 months of age (older if small breed) at the time of surgery.

McKenzie Senior Center Events
Every Tuesday — Jam session with Steve Morris, 6 p.m. Open to the public.
Saturday, June 7 — The center hosts its third annual shrimp boil. From 5-6 p.m., shrimp is all-you-can-eat for $20. A block party is from 4-7 p.m. featuring live music, dancing and games. W.O. Warren Drive, adjacent to the center, will be blocked off for the event. Tickets for shrimp should be purchased by May 30. The shrimp boil is sponsored by Verne Plank of Jackson, son of member Mabel Plank. He donates and cooks the shrimp. The event is a fundraiser for the annual banquet held each summer.

McKenzie TOPS Meets Mondays
The McKenzie Chapter of TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Mondays at 3 p.m. at the McKenzie Church of Christ gym. Anyone interested in losing weight can join. The first meeting is free. For more information, call (731)- 352-7309. If no answer, leave a message.

Carroll Democratic Party Meets
The Carroll County Democratic Party meets the third Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at 12740 Lexington Street, Huntingdon.

Carroll Republican Party Meets
Carroll County Republican Party meets monthly each fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. in the Public Safety Building in Huntingdon.

Carroll Commission Meets Monthly
Carroll County Commission meets the second Monday of each month, 7 p.m., in the Conference Room of the Carroll County Office Complex, High Street, Huntingdon. There are no meetings in February and July.