ONGOING AUTUMN ACTIVITIES

• Go Teams! – Support the PSSD’s and Henry County School System’s talented sports teams. Call individual schools for upto-date schedules. Don’t forget Saturday mornings are “kicking” with sports too! Paris Soccer at McNeil Park.
• Come Play Inside – The Paris Civic Center has an indoor pool, track, weight and fitness machines. Pay by the visit or become a member. Located on Volunteer Drive. Call 731-644-2517.
• Popcorn Anyone? – Enjoy a new movie at the Parisian Theatre with nightly shows on six screens and matinees also on Saturday and Sunday. For more information and movie schedules, call 731-642-7171.
• Or Maybe Fresh Veggies? Make your way to the Henry County Fairgrounds to the Farmers Market and Vendor Fair every Monday and Thursday afternoons from 3-5:30 pm through October for some local goodies.

AUGUST

• AUGUST 16 – Head over to KPAC for the “Coming Back Home Show” at 7 pm for a celebration of heritage and harmony. Tickets: $29 and $35. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• AUGUST 21 – Show your BIG RED PRIDE at the first home football game of the season at Henry County High School. HCHS vs. Haywood at 7 pm. For more information, call 731-642-9733.
• AUGUST 23 – Paris Academy for the Arts Open House is 1-3 pm. Meet the instructors, find a new class or learn a new hobby. Refreshments provided and free kids activities. For more information, call 731-642-3411.
• AUGUST 30 – Get out and hear the best of Motown music with a special focus on the music of the Platters at the KPAC. It’s “The Golden Sounds of the Platters” at 7pm. Tickets: $30 and $35. For more information, call 731-644-2517.

SEPTEMBER

• SEPTEMBER 1 – LABOR DAY! Hats off to our country’s workforce. No school for PSSD or Henry County School System.
• SEPTEMBER 4 – Give Blood and Save a Life! Lifeline Blood Mobile will visit First United Methodist Church from noon until 6 pm. For more information, call 731-642-4764.
• SEPTEMBER 6 & 7 – Looking for fun this weekend? Head to the Kentucky Lake for the 25th annual Paris Lakeway Kiwanis Club Arts and Crafts Festival from 10 am – 5 pm each day.
• SEPTEMBER 7- It’s Grandparent’s Day so hug your Nanny or Papaw!
• SEPTEMBER 13 – KPAC presents the “William Lee Martin: The Funny Life Tour” at 7 pm. Tickets are $20-45. For more information call, 731-644-2517.
• SEPTEMBER 21 – Join your friends for “Gospel Extravaganza” performing at KPAC, 6 pm. Willie Banks and the Messengers will sing popular gospel and worship selections. Call 731-644-2517 or 731-236-0174 for more information.
• SEPTEMBER 27 – Arts ‘Round the Square is in Downtown Paris from 9 am – 4 pm. This event will fill the lawn with artists creating and selling their pottery, woodcarvings, jewelry, mixed media, fiber art, photographs, sculptures and canvas art. For more information, log on to phcarts.com/arts.
• SEPTEMBER 27 – Head put to KPAC to experience a first-rate tribute to one of America’s prolific bands and hear “The Outlaw Eagles” at 7 pm. Tickets are $29 and $35. For more information, call 731-644-2517.

OCTOBER

• OCTOBER 2 – Lifeline Blood Mobile is open from 12-6 pm at First United Methodist Church. Call 731-642-4764 for more information.
• OCTOBER 3 – It’s Noon on the Square sponsored by Commercial Bank, 11:30 am-1 pm. So, bring a lawn chair and a friend to beautiful Downtown Paris. Concessions available. For more information, call 731-642-3341.
• OCTOBER 4 – It’s Oktoberfest time at the Henry County Fairgrounds, brought to you by Holy Cross Catholic Church. The morning begins with a 5K Fun Run/Walk at 8 am. From 11 am- 6 pm, don’t miss a homestyle German meal or authentic Mexican food. Plus enjoy the outdoor vendor booths, games, face painting, funnel cakes, silent auction, petting zoo, bake sale, and new this year, Bingo! For more information, call 731-642-4681 or visit their Facebook page (Holy Cross Oktoberfest).
• OCTOBER 4 – Hungry? Make your way to the Blues, Brews & BBQ in beautiful Downtown Paris! You’ll find food, fun, beer and music. For more information, contact 731-642-3431.
• OCTOBER 6-27 – Learn a new skill by joining the Intro to American Sign Language, a 4-week course at the Paris Academy for the Arts each Monday from 6-7:30 pm. For more information, go to schoolforarts.org.
• OCTOBER 7 – Check out “Puppy Pals LIVE” as seen on “America’s Got Talent” at the KPAC for a night of family fun. Show begins at 6:30 pm. For tickets, go to kridercenter.com.
• OCTOBER 9 – “70’s Jukebox Countdown” live band will play some of your old favorites starting at 7 pm at KPAC. Admission: $30 and 35. Call 731-644-2517 for more information.
• OCTOBER 10 – Enjoy a little music at Noon on the Square, sponsored by Commercial Bank, 11:30 am-1 pm. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy this autumn tradition. Call 731-642-3341 for more information.
• OCTOBER 10 & 11 – Looking for something to do? Head over to the 35th Annual Hazel Day Celebration. Live music, food, arts & crafts, and on Friday, 12-6:30 pm. Family movie night at community center at 7 pm. Saturday at 10 am, Hazel Day parade! Plus a car show, cake walk, petting zoo, pony rides, bouncers, foam cannon, and sales galore at the local shops. Go to www.hazelcelebration.wixsite.com/hazel for information.
• OCTOBER 11 – Join the 90’s country music hitmaker Doug Stone on his Farewell Tour, 7 pm at the KPAC. Call 731-644-2517 for more information. 
• OCTOBER 11 – The 7th annual Kooky Spooky Extravaganza is at the KOA Campgrounds. Partake in the many vendors, dance and play games, ride the train and hayride, indulge in the chili cook-off, and of course, trick or treat around the park! For more information, call 731-642-6895.
• OCTOBER 13-17 – Take a break! It’s Fall Break for kids in the Henry County School System and the PSSD. For more information, call 731-642-9733 or 731-642-9322, respectively.
• OCTOBER 17 – Noon on the Square sponsored by Commercial Bank, 11:30 am-1 pm. Bring a lawn chair and a camera. For more information, call 731-642-3341.
• OCTOBER 23 – “Darcy Lynne & Friends LIVE” that you’ll recognize from “America’s Got Talent”, will be on stage at the KPAC at 7:30 pm. Ticket prices will range from $32-122. Call 731-644-2517 for information.
• OCTOBER 24 – Come out one last time for Noon on the Square from 11:30 am -1 pm on the courthouse lawn, sponsored by Commercial Bank. Concessions available. For more information, call 731-642-3341.
• OCTOBER 25 – Spooktacular! at Eiffel Tower Park, 1-4 pm. There’ll be a costume contest, candy, characters to meet, games and more.
• OCTOBER 31 – The Lodge at Paris Landing will be presenting a spooky “Halloween Murder Mystery”. Book before September 1 for a special rate that will include your room for the night, 2 tickets to the theatre event, 4 course dinner and brunch the next morning. For more information, contact The Lodge at 731-924-4301.
• OCTOBER 31 – Watch out for those wee little ghosts and goblins on your way home from work…it’s scary HALLOWEEN!

DINING

There’s no shortage of delicious local dining in our area Please peruse our restaurant guide and drop in for a meal. *Beer and/or other alcohol available.

• ACE’S RESTAURANT * 1516 E. Wood Street, 731-644-0558
• BLUES LANDING RESTAURANT* 130 Tate Drive, Buchanan, 731-407-4926
• CARMELITA’S COMIDA MEXICANA * 15575 Hwy. 79N, Buchanan, 731-407-9173
• DAIRY DELIGHT 1324 E. Wood Street, 731-642-1795
• DEW DROP IN GROCERY * 125 Cypress Road, Buchanan, 731-232-8300
• EL VALLARTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT * 1113 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-642-3626
• EL VAQUERO MEXICAN RESTAURANT * 600 Spruce Street, 731-641-0404
• EAGLE’S NEST MARINA * (Seasonal) 500 Eagle Nest Road, Buchanan, 731-642-6192
• ESHA COUNTRY KITCHEN 14300 Hwy 79N, Buchanan, 731-642-4111
• FOURMANS 3615 Hwy. 79 N, 731-407-7191
• 4-WAY GRILL 6121 E. Antioch Road, Springville, 731-641-0100
• GOLDEN DRAGON CHINESE RESTAURANT 114 W. Washington Street, 731-644-3288
• HONG KONG CHINESE RESTAURANT * 1021 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-644-1810
• JACK’S JAVA URBAN CAFE 210 N. Poplar Street, 731-407-4410
• KENNY’S MEAT MARKET Highway 79 South, 731-644-1123
• LL’S BAR & GRILL* 334 E. Washington Street, 731-644-1888
• LAIRD’S BBQ 77 W. Main Street, Puryear, 731-247-3060
• MEO MIO’S SPORTSMAN GRILL * 14275 Hwy. 79N, Buchanan, 731-924-5060
• MISO JAPANESE RESTAURANT* 915 Mineral Wells Ave. 731-704-6030 / 731-407-6029
• MOUSTOS PASTA-GRILL* 1305 E. Wood Street, 731-407-9155
• OLD WEST STEAKHOUSE 1122 E. Wood Street, 731-924-5180
• OISHII JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAKHOUSE * 1055 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-642-7778
• THE OLIVE PIT * 905 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-642-5030
• PERRY’S BBQ AND CATERING 1055 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-407-9040
• PRATER’S TATERS 1055 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-642-7224
• SOUTHSIDE CAFE 1875 Highway 69 S, 731-407-4694
• SPANKY’S COUNTRY KITCHEN 9505 Hwy 641N, Puryear, 731-247-5527
• SWEET JORDAN’S 849 Volunteer Drive, Suite 123, 731-642-0161
• TAKE ME BACK CAFE 302 W. Wood Street, 731-642-1952
• THE BREAKERS MARINA & GRILL * (Seasonal) 526 Shamrock Road, Buchanan, 731-232-8299
• THE FAMILY TABLE 9 Dogwood Street, Henry, 731-243-5117
• THE FRESH MARKET RESTAURANT * 2255 E. Wood Street, 731-644-1900
• THE LODGE AT PARIS LANDING * 400 Lodge Rd, Buchanan, 731-924-4300
• THE POINT BBQ 510 Pleasant Grove Road, Springville, 731-225-4488
• THE LODGE AT PARIS LANDING * 400 Lodge Rd, Buchanan, (731) 924-4300
• THE SPOT BAR & GRILL 11180 Hwy. 79N, Springville, 731-227-2134
• TICKLED TUMMY 206B Tyson Avenue, 731-407-901
• T-N-T PIZZA 14244 Hwy. 79 N., Buchanan, 731-642-2246
• TOM’S PIZZA & STEAK HOUSE * 2501 E. Wood Street, 731-642-8842
• TROLINGER’S BBQ 2305 E. Wood Street, 731-642-8667
• UNCLE BILLY’S DOWNTOWN EATERY 200 S Market Street, 731-407-9277
• WESTSIDE MARKET & RESTAURANT 45 Hwy 69, 731-642-7796
• WOODY’S HAND-TOSSED PIZZA * 849 Volunteer Drive, Suite 10, 731-641-2222
• YODER’S COUNTRY STORE 75 Anderson Rd, (731) 644-7535